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As an ex-Legionnaire and
long-ago ORPPLE Exchange member,
I am deeply saddened to see this come to pass.
Flags shall fly at half-mast all over Bloxhelm this day,
in bereavement at the death of a true symbol of friendship.
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Huzzah!
Congratulations to the new Dame and Knights of the Order of the Black Rose.
May you all serve with grace and honor.
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Congratulations on the formation of your alliance. I must admit to a point of confusion, however. Your posted charter says
Section 8 – War and EspionageWar
1.) The Party condones tech raiding and will not conduct any form of aggression upon any nation unless ordered or approved by Big Brother.
That seems contradictory. Tech Raiding is condoned ("to overlook or forgive an offence or wrongdoing") and no form of aggression will be conducted? Perhaps you mean that Tech Raiding is condemned?
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If this deal is to be completed within the next few days, I would like to be a Seller.
Sparqs of Bloxhelm
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Offer for standard Tech Deal sent.
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Yes, it's against the rules.
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$3 Million in Foreign Aid submitted to PingPong.
~Sparqs
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Congratulations to The Legion on their 3rd Anniversary!
If someone has some cake, er... sorry... caek,
I brought some special Bloxhellion Birthday Candles:
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While determining whether I should decommission my navy after falling under the land limit, I read the About Navy section, where it says
Both attacking and defending nations must have at least 1,000 land in order for attacking nations to operate their navy against another nation (If a defending nation has less than 1,000 miles of land but still has navy vessels on hand then Naval Attack operations against it are allowed).As written, with "Naval Attack operations" called out, the limit exception would seem to refer specifically to Naval Attack, as opposed to Blockades or Battle Support. Thus my reading is that once a nation falls below 1,000 land, it can not be the target of Blockades or Battle Support, even if it still has naval vessels.
However, despite being under 800 land, today I was the target of a Blockade, presumable because I have some non-blockade breaking vessels left.
http://www.cybernations.net/message.asp?ID=28827544
Message: A naval blockade has been placed against your nation. This blockade will reduce your next tax collection by 5.00%. Together with any previous blockades your next tax collection will be reduced by a total of 5%. Any existing peace offers that were on the table have been automatically canceled. -
My confusion. I didn't realize at first that this is an actual wedding. In this case, most sincerely,
Mazel Tov!
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This poor attempt at a joke has caused my respect for you to drop, Poison Clan.
Some of your warriors fight honorably but there is none being shown here.
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I'm on opposing sides from The Legion in this war but I know Legionnaires, at least some Legionnaires, and that includes these Legionnaires, and I've read both sets of posted logs. In the fog of war mistakes happen. It's clear that The Legion admitted a mistake and was willing to pay appropriate reparations. It's also pretty clear that Universalis demanded unreasonable reparations. And as for Konkrage, well, one doesn't approach the Minister of Defense during war and expect sweet talk. At least, I don't.
Universalis, may you find a better reason for war against the opposition.
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[...]1. you may hold no more then 20% of your nations population soldier wise[...]Nothing against SSX for being overwhelmed, but it seems that history has shown this specific term to be fraught with peril. Modern terms tend to call for something on the order of 25% to 30% soldier levels in order to allow float for nation growth.
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Given The Legion's recent ties to NPO, ties I cannot fault due to their experience under Z'ha'dum, the chosen side comes as no surprise. I would have been glad to wish you a fine and noble war, no matter which side you chose, but I am truly disappointed with your Casus Beli. A preemptive strike via alliance-web ties due to conspiracy? Surely my old friends could have found a better rallying cry to battle.
I know Legionnaires and I'm sure that one day you'll overcome this misstep.
May Reason Save Us All.
~Sparqs
(Trusted Brain of Bloxhelm)
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I've read through this entire whole thread,
And though it's already been said,
The CB is a farce,
Pulled from some arse,
And I'll soon see my enemies dead.
Alright, that's not entirely true. I won't see too many of my enemies dead because I'm getting crushed by some new-fangled high-tech wizardry, but the Bloxhellion soldiers are putting up a good fight. The Casus Beli is a farce, though. You might argue a case of Casus Foederis, but even with that you're pretty much still short a Casus here. That said, there's nothing that keeps a DoW sans Casus Belli from launching a war.
To my esteemed opponents on the battlefield, may you die with honor.
~Sparqs
(Trusted Brain of Bloxhelm)
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I've come to voice my support for the ideals of this treaty and I see that my alliance has made me proud with a formal signature. Huzzah!
We in Atarax agree and support VE and other signatories in their wish for a better cyberverse. So we are happy in sign this treaty too.Signed for Atarax,
Wingwhiper Jr - Censor
King Ron - Censor
D34th - Censor
As in all treaties, ultimately humans will be forced to interpret intent and application in those murky cases that aren't easily classified, however, the ideals espoused by this document are noble and the goals inspiring it are worthy of explicit endorsement.
May Reason Save Us All.
--- /s/ Sparqs ---
Trusted Brain of Bloxhelm
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This offer is now closed.
Selling a $20 Donation (to be made on any date of your choosing) for $15 Million.
Two payments totaling $6 Million must arrive today in order to secure this deal.
Please contact me here or at the nation of Bloxhelm at your earliest convenience.
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I'm interested, if you can get two payments to my nation today.
PM incoming.
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Sparqs went down to the Black Market, he was looking for a Donation Deal.
He was in a bind 'cos he was way behind: he was willin' to bow and kneel.
When he came across this old nation pumping out money and making a lot,
And Sparqs jumped upon a hickory stump and said: "Sir, let me tell you what:
"I bet you didn't know it, but I'm a good-sized nation, too.
"But my bills are high and rather than die, I'll make a deal with you.
"Now you make pretty good money, sir, but give ol' Sparqs his due:
"I'll make a donation to your nation, in exchange for Florins from you.
The ruler said: "My name's Bobby," and with a devilish grin,
"I'll take your deal, your gonna squeal, 'cos I'm the fastest that's ever been."
Selling a $20 Donation for CN$15 Million, payable immediately!
All payments must be made before May 27th.
Highly preferable for you to provide most (if not all) the middlemen.
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I'm glad to see consensus on the issue of extortion.
While I disagree with Tech Raiding in general, I respect those that limit it to ground attacks and keep it (comparatively) friendly. Were you to somehow also offer protection from other raiders in exchange for Tech, that might be a shade of grey. But to extort Tech by threat of violence is, by my definition, evil. If that is the role you wish to play, then so be it, but recognize that the community may condemn you for it.
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As I first knew him: Coolest kid on the field.
The citizens of Bloxhelm will mark this day of departure on their calendars and each year, in commemoration of the date, they will drink a Legionbrau, kiss a hot starlet, and await your return.
Salute to Gene L of Kings Heights!
~Sparqs
(Trusted Brain of Bloxhelm)
Sorry to see you go, old friend. I hope a break does you good and perhaps you'll be back some day.
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This deal is now closed.
In full disclosure, I compromised and accepted $15M, which is the same price I got for the last donation I sold. I suspect I could have obtained my asking price, had my situation allowed me more time. In fact, Princess Aurora Soup's post makes me wonder if I should have held out...
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The proud people of Bloxhelm, in preparation for a great building project, have authorized me to make the following offer:
I will provide a $20 Donation to the nation of your choice*
in exchange for
CN$18 Million (or $15 Million plus 100 Technology units)
All payments are due by Sunday, March 30th. The buyer is to provide the necessary middlemen.
Donation to be made on any date of your choice, after 1st payment has been received.
Send a PM here or to my nation to make arrangements.
References available upon request.
*Eligibility Requirements:
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Donation recipient must be a nation in good standing. The nation must not have any active wars, nor be subject to POW restrictions, rogue sentences, or other political sanctions.
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Middlemen must follow the same political eligibility requirements, though minor wars are acceptable.
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Donation recipient must be a nation in good standing. The nation must not have any active wars, nor be subject to POW restrictions, rogue sentences, or other political sanctions.
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The advantage of owning the Internet instead of the equally priced Great Monument, is that occasionally your people will want the same government you do, at which time the GM is only adding +4 whereas the Internet still adds +5.
Order of the Black Rose Communique
in Alliance Announcements (IC)
Posted
Tremendous appreciation to all of those responsible for this unified forum!
In celebration, the bakers of Bloxhelm have developed a delicious new treat, available to all who visit:
The Triple Rose Delight cupcake