Ketchum
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I couldn't think of three more capable secretaries. The ASG is a dream choice too... LONG LIVE ORANGE!
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o/ Orange!
o/ IRON!
o/ ODN!
o/ Anyone who isn't trolling the hell out of this thread!
I humbly accept the mantle that is Minister of Sex Scandals, knowing that we can drive the Network forward as those who we are replacing have done. Long live democracy!
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*President Ketchum stands alongside Lt. Lance of Kantou's military, platoon leader of the infamous 4th Charizard Cavalry. The lieutenant reaches into his bag, withdrawing a large bloody steak and tossing it into the waiting jaws of his nearby mount, a 15 foot high behemoth of a charizard. *
"Lance... take your men to Rebbilon's capitol. Burn the buildings, and kill the soldiers. Spare the civilians, but take them prisoner pending reeducation."
*The President departs, turning his cap backwards as he walks*
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Announcement from Kantou
This is a Meowth. Meowth speaks English, Japanese, and Poke-speak with complete fluency. Re-read your original post, then look upon this meowth, and realize that he is who you should be aspiring to become. Then, lament.
o/ ODN
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*Arranges the 8th Charizard Cavalry into formation for an official salute*
o7 ODN. Caek for ALL the pokemon!
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I like where this government is going...
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Kantou approves
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You certainly don't stand alone... there are gallons of orange blood which would sooner blanket the ground than see Polaris fall.
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This topic could do with a lock, methinks... best not to have two conflicting announcements on the same page.
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"From Cerulean to Cinnabar, all the news that's fit to print"
Kantou at war!
Kantou is now finishing what has been a relatively painless war effort against the Holy Hill Mafia. While next to no citizens or pokemon of Kantou were lost, the conflict remains burned into the minds of many as the first official war in which Kantou has participated. General Surge, when contacted for his comments, said the following: "I'm proud of every one of our troops... they were fighting criminals, and they did so with honor and dignity." General Surge declined, however, to comment upon the speed of his recent promotions from LT, saying of those who connected it to his longtime personal friendship with the president "They just want a scandal."
Two servicemen of Kantou head toward the front line
The Kantounese Constitution: An In Depth Look
The people of Kantou, by referendum, voted on the final draft of our constitution. The final draft is somewhat verbose for this publication; however, the basic structure is simple enough to analyze. All major decisions are made by the President, who is voted by direct democratic elections every two years with no term limits. What powers the President has, however, are granted to him by a simple majority of the Gym and League Leaders of Kantou (Hence forth reffered to as the GaLLoK). For the power to declare war, a supermajority (2/3 of the body) are required. The GaLLoK is always comprised of the current Gym Leaders, plus the Elite Four. The Elite Four hold an advantage, however, in that they are able to Veto any motion if all 4 are in agreement. Some controversy still exists over the fact that many members of the GaLLoK are in President Ketchum's cabinet; most notably, the first lady Misty Ketchum, Secretary of State Brock Slate, and Military Commander General Surge. Whether or not this controversy will affect the President's currently strong approval ratings is yet unknown. In a recent Kantou Times survey, the President enjoys an 85% approval rating domestically, while international editions of the Times rate him at just under 60%.
The Presidential Seal of Kantou
President Ketchum Visits Polaris
Continuing his trend of political tourings, President Ketchum has just concluded a week long tour of important nations in Polaris. This is significant as, compared to his other recent diplomatic trips to Eisho and the Orange Islands, it is his first time leaving the Orange Sphere. Perhaps of most significance was Monday, June 30th, when the President reached Unistrut. He was greeted personally by Emperor Electron Sponge; however, given Kantou's relatively small size and his busy schedule, the Emperor was regrettably unable to accompany President Ketchum for the rest of his tour. Political visits are slated to continue on throughout July, as President Ketchum attempts to learn about the rest of Planet Bob.
President Ketchum arrives at his hotel in Polaris.
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President Ketchum has issued attack plans for every division of the Kantou military; a full deployment, spearheaded by the now infamous Charizard 4th Cavalry.
It's hunting time.
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The nation of Kantou wishes to express its sincere regret regarding any instability created by this decision, and wishes the best of luck to all parties involved. In a show of solidarity with our allies in the NpO, President Ketchum would like to schedule a personal visit to Polaris.
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http://uk.youtube.com/watch?v=kMG4Qa4vmOo&...feature=related
I think it speaks for itself
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The nation of Kantou, while small, is eager to expand it's scientific development. While the latest line of Pokeballs are technology of the highest order, we are still low on technology to directly assist our citizens. It is for this reason that we would like to offer the property on which the old Cinnabar labs were located to IBRAM, as a show of good faith and in hopes that the research and industry brought to Kantou will improve life for our citizens.
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In that case, league regulations carefully monitor the treatment of all Pokemon involved. Any mistreatment of Pokemon is punishable by a lengthy imprisonment, as well as the revoking of a trainer's license. The Pokemon of Kantou are every bit as much citizens as the people, and our government fights hard for their rights.
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The pokemon serving with the Kantounese military are all volunteers; unlike traditional animals, pokemon -are- capable of speech, and those very few who can master Japanese are able to translate for the others. The 4th charizard cavalry division would have suffered -huge- casualties in kantou's only recorded military conflict if it hadn't been for the bravery and loyalty demonstrated by their mounts.
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Ishiopia demands to be given access to this technology to ascertain whether or not these claims are valid. Ishiopia also continues to advance the claim that Pokemon battles represent a violation of animal rights, while the very existance of Pokemon outside of extremely isolated and protected preserves is also attacked.
In response to Ishiopia's demands, President Ketchum has released an official statement from his current location in the nation of Eisho.
"Kantou's advanced pokemon taming technology represents the forefront of Kantou's ability to negotiate on a global level; as such, advanced technologies will not be shared save for in specifically planned trades."
The idea of protesting the existance of pokemon at all was also repudiated, with the President stating "To make such an assault on a kingdom which contains many endangered species is shameful, and reflects poorly on the entire nation of Ishiopia".
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Several videogames portraying President Ketchum in a favorable light have caused a small fandom in Arctica. While the cries of "LET ME SHOW YOU MY POKEYMANS" are somewhat annoying, the games are said to be quite fun.
As a result, most members of the pokeymans fandom in Arctica favor President Ketchum in this competition.
The nation of Kantou is similarly taken with a band who hails from Arctica; showing a true streak of nationalism, they have taken the name of Sonata Arctica and swept across the region with power metal ballads the likes of which domestic bands of Kantou have yet to replicate.
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Pokeballs and Capture: An Editorial
Responding to claims that the practice of Pokemon capture is inhumane: The nation of Kantou takes great pride in the advances it has made in Pokeball technology. The average pokeball operates not by actually holding the pokemon, but by genetically identifying and 'tagging' a pokemon, which is then freely warped between an -extremely- comfortable waiting area and the trainer's location. The minimum standard for pokeball technology includes 50 square feet of room, complete with full furnishings and a feather bed. Deluxe models have been known to encompass entire mansions and/or forests.
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*A passing Kantounese citizen eyes the copy of the Shadow on his local newstand*
Gee, it sure is great to have a nation like Eisho as our ally! But there's no way this Static fellow could beat President Ketchum!
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"From Cerulean to Cinnabar, all the news that's fit to print"
Kantou goes global: 2 weeks afterward.
It has now been a full two weeks since the island nation of Kantou ended it's isolationist policies and came to join the global community. Ash Ketchum has been elected president by massive margins on a campaign based around 'Being the very best, like no one ever was'. This makes him the youngest leader the region has ever seen at 24 - and at no time has Kantou's future been more uncertain.
The newly elected President Ketchum gives a speech to a roaring crowd
The newly minted president has already quite thoroughly organized his government; however, there is still some uncertainty about some of his appointees. Rumors continue to circulate about first lady Misty Ketchum's role in the appointment of Brock Slate to the post of Secrery of the Treasury. At the same time, a host of Kantounese war veterans have turned out to protest the rapid promotion of former Lt. Surge to general, in order to give him the rank necessary to serve as chief military advisor to the president. The appointment of a mudkip to secretary of state has, oddly enough, gone completely uncriticized. Polls show that the Mudkip has a degree of Liekability long thought to be lacking in the international relations department.
Pres. Ketchum meets with General Surge
Kantou Joins the Orange Defense Network
Citing the need for closer ties to Kantou's neighbors and facing ever mounting pressure from the Orange Islands, Kantou has taken the oath of service to the Orange Defense Network. In a speech this past Friday, the president said "Partnership with the people of the orange sphere and the Orange Defense Network is a good choice. The economic strengthening and military protection are in the best interests of the people of Kantou. I ask that all of you, as citizens of Kantou, do your best to better the Orange sphere and work with the ODN, so we can prosper together". Not all of Kantou's citizens approve of the decision; most notably, former Elite 4 member Lance Barnet has gone on record saying "This is foolish; already Kantou is asked to surrender her independence".
The First Lady looks on as the President celebrates the occasion with ODN officials
Cerulean Sister City Announced!
As part of his diplomatic action plan, President Ketchum and Lord Arcane Static of Eisho have organized a sister city program, between the cities of Cerulean and Shotsubasa. Schools throughout the city have begun a project to link students with pen-pals from Eisho, thus furthering the bonds between the city. In celebration of the affair, a statue has been given to Tsubasasho; it is made of marble and depicts a Machop meditating on a rock. The President and First lady will be commemorating the occasion with a week long tour of Eisho, where they will learn about the local culture and attempt to learn about the world's perspective of Kantou.
Ash and Misty Ketchum depart Vermillion for their week in Eisho.
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<---- Points to the TORN Flag.. hmmmm.. I dunno who I am..
also, ^ points to the big TORN flag in his sig.. Still dont know who I am.. maybe you could help.
also, who are you?
I am nobody. A pissant who is incapable of doing anything, who has a 4 day old nation, and who could be beaten militarily by any one of these trolls blinking too hard at me.
Yet I still respect what was. I did not ask who you are before me; before me you might as well be a god.
But who are you before such as them?
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And another one bites the dust, and another one goes and another one goes... another one bites the dust..
o/ Starfox, although your decisions are questionable, and probably not the best.. I hope to see you live on cause you make this game fun.. In a weird way I like you around..
as for the IAA, who were you guys again..
Foolish is he who mocks the honored dead. Who are you before such as they?
An Announcement from the ODN
in Alliance Politics
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But of course... it's always a far different and incomplete picture from the outside looking in.