Zygon Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Today, it is my pleasure to announce that the North Atlantic Defense Coalition is officially eight years old. Through our eight years of existence, the NADC has seen many ups and downs--though through it all, we have survived and we remain strong. The NADC has provided us with a place to call home, and a close-knit community we can count on. The NADC has had many friends and allies over the course of its life, and these ties have made the NADC stronger. In the past two years, the NADC has worked very closely with our allies in Aftermath and have formed new friendships and allegiances. The role of these friendships in our survival is not lost on those within the NADC--and we are grateful for the opportunity to work and grow together. Admittedly, this birthday is bittersweet--as this term, Tiagoroth, our longest-serving Secretary General decided not to run and has since parted ways with the alliance (he is now with our good friends in CRAP). His unprecedented seven terms in office will be part of his legacy--as support for his leadership never faltered. His hard work, commitment and dedication for the NADC will be missed, and he will always be known within our ranks as part of 'the family.' Our new Secretary General, Aurelius, has a strong vision of his own for the NADC and is working tirelessly to reenergize the alliance and carve a new path for us, focusing heavily on recruitment and engagement. In this way, we are looking ahead--for the history that has yet to be created and for the opportunities that are on the horizon. The following are some thoughts shared by government, past and present: Quote Another year has passed, and the North Atlantic Defense Coalition celebrates its eighth birthday. Our alliance is nearly as old as the game itself. Whilst longevity by itself is not necessarily the mark of a great alliance, we do not take for granted the fact that we are essentially the same alliance as we were when we started eight years ago. But our commitment to our core ideals and values, in particular democracy and non-aggression, does not blind us to the fact that it is necessary to constantly strive forward and to innovate if we want to keep what we have gained and to become an even better alliance. At this our eighth birthday, I pay tribute not only to the members of government who have previously led the Coalition but also to the members, both present and past, whose contribution and commitment mean that our Coalition is still alive and strong today. I also thank our allies for the steadfast friendship and support that they have given us. I hope that our friendships will continue to remain strong and to grow even stronger. As a recently elected Secretary General, I hope to continue to make the Coalition better so that, in a year’s time and a year after that and a year after that, we can continue to celebrate our Coalition. I am excited and optimistic about our future prospects. Happy birthday, NADC! -Aurelius, Secretary General Quote When I returned to the game two years ago, the Coalition greeted me as a legend, larger than life. I was amazed and humbled, but I also felt a lot of pressure. Pressure to live up to expectations, and there were a lot. But over time, I learned that I didn't need to live up to anything. The NADC didn't need me anymore, they didn't need heroes or legends. The Coalition had been through a lot, it had struggled, but it had survived and become all the better for it. The Coalition now is stronger and more unified now than it has ever been in its existence, having persevered through trials that have brought countless other alliances to their knees. It is an alliance forged by fire and adversity into a well tempered steel, and however large it grew before and whatever successes it achieved while I was around, I couldn't be more proud of where it is now. We still have challenges to overcome, but I'm confident that we will do so together. - Azure Mantle, Founder & Assembly Chairman Quote A Grand Affair Mr. Puffin’s wedding Was a very grand affair. All his distant cousins From the Hebrides were there. Dressed in silk tuxedos They arrived in single file, Looking rather nervous As they shuffled down the aisle. Soon the bride herself arrived Upon a seashell carriage, Pulled by sixteen walruses Who’d come to see the marriage. Waiting at the pulpit Was a dignified Great Auk. He hushed the congregation Then began to slowly talk. ‘Do you take this puffin For your lawful, wedded wife? To cherish and protect her And to love her all your life?’ ‘I do!’ cried Mr. Puffin As he fumbled with the ring, And weeping salty tears of joy He slipped it on her wing. ‘I now pronounce you bird and wife!’ The Great Auk proudly said. Many birds began to sniff And several tears were shed. II The newlyweds’ reception Was a wonderful success! Everybody raved about The bride’s exquisite dress. The music was enchanting And the seafood was divine. Everybody helped themselves To caviar and wine. The razorbill was riotous And danced a mad quadrille, Balancing a glass of punch And trying not to spill. The gannet gobbled everything, (Including several guests). He tried to kiss a kittiwake And made himself a pest. The guillemot was garrulous And told the same old tale, About the time he hitched a ride Upon a humpback whale. Eventually the newlyweds Got tired and went to bed. ‘Such a lovely couple!’ As the oystercatcher said. Mr. Puffin’s wedding Was a very grand affair. All the birds attended, Such a shame you weren’t there! The NADC has been through so much and in which people would think it'd be defunct by now, But no we are here proud and strong and here to not only support our allies but to stand in the way we think is best. These 8 years have been more than historic but rather an enlightenment to not only Planet Bob but our allies. Thanks to everyones hard work and dedication! -Zygon, Deputy Secretary General Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zygon Posted July 29, 2014 Author Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Our Secretary general Gave me tho honors of posting this! Happy Birthday NADC! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaFuzzy Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Congrats NADC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scourge Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Happy birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dre4mwe4ver Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Happy Birthday, NADC! o/ Tiagoroth, gratz on a helluva run as SecGen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xavier Harkonnen Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Happy Birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Wally Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Everyone is getting soooooo OLD..... Happy Birthday! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ryan Thomas IV Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 My god it's been so long. And there are so many good NADC memories. No matter where I travel, the NADC will always be my home. Love the new graphics, by the way. That's the one thing that the NADC has certainly raised the bar on in the CN world. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gopherbashi Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Oooh, Aurelius. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saladjoe Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Congrats guys! Eight years is quite an accomplishment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Orville Reginbacher Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Happiest of birthdays, NADC. You've come a long way since 2007 when I was last a member. Pleasure getting back in touch with you all now. o/ NADC Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kochers Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Eight years and still kicking. Is it time to start planning for our 10 year birthday?! :p o/ Atlantica o/ Viva la Coalición o/ Pro Ordo, Pro Pacis, Pro Vox Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cenk Uygur Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 My god it's been so long. And there are so many good NADC memories. No matter where I travel, the NADC will always be my home. Love the new graphics, by the way. That's the one thing that the NADC has certainly raised the bar on in the CN world. Yeah, we're thinking of doing Tee Fury shirts next ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beauty Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 To another 8 years! Happy Birthday NADC! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chunky Monkey Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Happy Birthday friends! The NADC is only slightly older than my nation (on a side note, I will have played CN for 8 years this Sept, I feel kinda old). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Williambonney Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Such a lovely poem by Zygon written to remember the days gone Happy birthday to the NADC! for number nine we wait and see :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Speaker Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Congrats NADC! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King William Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 How the time flies..Now I'm feeling old.Congrats NADC! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin McDonald Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Congrats, NADC! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulstartrek Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Yeah :) , it is an honour to be part of this alliance for a portion of those 8 years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Imperator Honorius Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Congratulations NADC! I remember Azure's DoE for NADC too. I didn't realise it had been that long already. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keeology Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Congrats to my great friends in NADC Here is to 8 more Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kochers Posted July 29, 2014 Report Share Posted July 29, 2014 Congrats, NADC! Thanks Kevin. You should come visit some time ;) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wes the wise Posted July 30, 2014 Report Share Posted July 30, 2014 Awesome news indeed! I am honored to say the CCC has had friendship and brotherhood with NADC for many of those 8 years. I pray NADC is around for 8 more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Third King Posted July 30, 2014 Report Share Posted July 30, 2014 Happy Birthday folks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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