Grumpdogg

Please don't try and claim you are being persecuted here, because that really would be disrespectful to people around the world who are actually being systematically harmed.

[quote name='caleb ryals' timestamp='1291084292' post='2526211'] I started this poll just to get an idea of the general opinion held of tech raiding and to see whether the majority of CN was for or against it. [/quote] No you didn't, otherwise you wouldn't have phrased the last option in such a 'lulz' way which rendered the extraction of any meaning from the results impossible.

Two Coordinators of War Preparation? I like where this is going.

[quote name='berbers' timestamp='1291069578' post='2526039'] I am pretty sure that is either; a) a Ghost b) a noob who violated our RoE. I forwarded the information to our FA department, and it was the first they heard of it. Who did you contact in our Gov? Was it in-game or via IRC? Anyways, this should be resolved shortly, no need to have a crimson fit. [/quote] [OOC] Please note, Aussie timezone in effect. [/OOC] Session Start: Sun Nov 28 18:53:42 2010 Session Ident: Devo[NATO] [18:53] <Devo[NATO]> 5 NATO's private government chat has been notified of your request and will be with you as soon as possible. Your request number is 5 1045 . 5Thanks for using NATO's GOV request script! Abuse results in bans. However, it seems we may have brought about a peaceful resolution to this situation via our measured military response. Our Master of the Watch, is currently handling negotiations.

[quote name='Schad' timestamp='1291006988' post='2525679'] That it's a little after 36 hours since the war was declared and the guy hasn't eaten any counters might be slightly amusing, but that's probably going to be the extent of it. [/quote] Due to unforeseen warp-storms, our forces inadvertently missed the first available 'update' to press the counter-offensive. We have rectified this by forcing the bandit into Anarchy at the next suitable time to land ground forces. Mister 'one Barracks and some imported pigs' has obviously read the NATO war handbook cover to cover over his 316 days of training and as such did not provide much resistance.

[quote name='Locke' timestamp='1291005829' post='2525667'] He's...less than 5K. I'm guessing the damage being done isn't monumental and could be solved with a simple peace offer and 3mil in aid. Perhaps you should go talk to NATO directly instead. [/quote] We don't need external permission to defend our members.

Well NATO have declared a war on the Crimson Fists, so maybe you've already started it?

I only opened this topic for the articles. PS: Nice treaty.

[quote name='shaneprice' timestamp='1290987685' post='2525511'] This is a wonderful start. Now if you can clean up the rest of MCXA I will be impressed. [/quote] Perhaps you could school them on how to deliver a rousing video address.

Awesome work UINE. Congratulations especially to Keve, but also the whole leadership team and core group of members. Keep going friends. o/

[quote name='Mr Damsky' timestamp='1290477646' post='2520799'] So they have a good FA department and can fight well.[/quote] Apart from pages of self-flagellation, their FA department's main pitch to Polar after the past war was "well we're on the same side of the web, so we should like totally treaty and stuff".

Bad luck guys. Best wishes for wherever the strands of fate lead you now.

Frostbite 2.0, now with an incalculably larger percentage of NPO.

[quote name='Kzoppistan' timestamp='1290005368' post='2515880'] Finally. What an albatross it was in its last state. Too bad, though. It had the potential for so much more but ultimately lacked a coherent direction or strong leader to unite it. You should have let me continue my work, it was coming together. Sheesh, take one day off, and they close the place right out from under ya. I knew I should have pitched the 'third pole of power' in a visual presentation sooner. *Shrugs* That said, it was great getting to know the other signatories. I use not a single platitude when I say that visiting the other signatories' homes, working with my diplomatic counterparts, and getting to know some of the fantastic members there was a very fun and rewarding experience. I met some really funny, interesting, and remarkably bright folks. Each one of the alliances involved are truly class acts. Perhaps, in the future, we will all come together again. Take care, my friends. Best of luck to each of you. [/quote] Is that a serious mention of 'third pole of power' potential? Now that the bloc is gone, can you reveal any detail as to how that might have been achieved?

As neither of you seem to have a solid command of English, I suggest you join us in our usage of Imperial Gothic. With regard to the OP; aim for the stars SoA.

It seems like most major alliances have totally given up on trying to win. Acting out a plan of merely surviving isn't really worthy of the great history and bold leaders these alliances have had in the past. For example MK are ranked 7th by total nation strength, when by all accounts they could be 1st if they really went for it now. Isn't that the ultimate prize and wouldn't it be the biggest finger to the NPO? Another thought, how securely does GPA hold down 3rd spot? Can they defend their position? People need to pay more attention to the Amazing Sanction Race and less on endlessly debating the minute details of the top 'What didn't end up being a CB this week' topics. You have to herd so many e-lawyer cats these days to get a war, it really has sucked the fun out of the game. Obviously I'm not a fan of "omg u givz no cookies, this meens warz! lolol" wars, but we've swung way too far in the other direction now.

Congratulations SoA and good luck on reaching the fabled 500,000 mark. [quote name='Schattenmann' timestamp='1289878845' post='2514056'] To them, I invoke the words of the ancient and wise Atlas, "Yes they are small . . . but an alliance is an alliance even though it's small, and has the right to announce their happenings." [snapback]302491[/snapback] Let us all heed the scriptures, and keep in our hearts the memory of our own exciting times in the mists of time. [/quote] I hope your thoughts aren't straying from noble Justitia my good man.

The Boogieman is back, and in fine form too. Everyone grab a torch and check under your beds immediately. [quote name='Holy Ruler' timestamp='1289908700' post='2514505'] Will you guys all stop bickering and go to war already? Onward to war! [/quote] I think we got your point a double-post ago.

Normally lines being erased is a good thing, however the diversity of external ties to this bloc makes that untrue in this case.

Personally, I'm just glad Archon is back.

They could start by dropping the grudges from 2008 (or earlier) and actually get with the program. For example, worrying about how powerful Pacifica will be after PB gets beaten is more than a little premature...

Best of luck in your future endeavors Hoo and good luck to the new leadership team of Ragnarok. o/

[quote name='Voytek' timestamp='1288933328' post='2502680'] if theaut is your idea of someone with strong constitution you're not going to last very long [/quote] I am trained in the art of irony.

[quote name='The MVP' timestamp='1288911142' post='2502255'] This can only mean that I like Crimson Fists all the better. [/quote] Well, we are currently seeking humans of strong constitution to make the transformation into a Space Marine...

[quote name='Kubla Khan' timestamp='1288870317' post='2501785'] Crimson Fist MUST. NOT. MAKE. RUDE. FETISH. COMMENT. [/quote] [i]In the grim dark future, there is only...insightful commentary and lack of plurality?[/i] To those that haven't reported to the lobotomy station yet for their routine 'check-up', thank you for the good luck wishes. We may yet need them before this millennium is out, however we are determined to put in the hard work required to give our gene-seed the best chance of surviving.