Homura

[quote name='Arrnea' timestamp='1287906741' post='2491893'] 'Ruin' is such a subjective term. 'Trim' is a more objectively accurate term I'd like to use. But thanks for illuminating the extent of just how wrong you all seem to have gotten it. [/quote] You can't have it both ways. Either it was no loss and you have no reason to complain, or it was a significant loss to SOS Brigade, which is why you're here. The fact is, we have so many people who are skilled at a variety of things essential for building a great alliance and a great community. Our greatest resource is our talent, which you discarded out of selfishness. I'll see the development of something amazing from my dearest friends in the New Sakura Order. I've gotten it right. [quote name='Michael von Prussia' timestamp='1287908564' post='2491901'] Mio, I'm of the opinion that the fact the strongest insult you seem capable of throwing at Arrnea is that he built a stronger, closer alliance, and rid the SOS Brigade of disloyal members such as yourself, speaks volumes about the type of alliance you intend to form. Just so we're clear, before I take my leave: not one member of the SOS Brigade gives a damn how much you want to delude yourself into thinking you and your minions are the righteous party in this dispute. Not [i]one[/i]. If you think you can change your doomed future by forgetting your wretched past, that's fine by us, but when this all comes crashing down on your head, don't think for a minute you can count on us as friends. You've proven by your actions that you are no friend of those who seek friendship and camaraderie in alliance, as you and your traitorous followers sought nothing but to divide people by your actions. [/quote] Bite me. You're completely out of touch with what happened. A majority of the members of SOS Brigade voted to impeach Arrnea, and he still didn't get the message that what he was doing was wrong. Alliances exist for the sake of their members, not their "rulers". If the king ignores the demands of the people and they can leave at will, he will have no kingdom to rule. Have fun wallowing in your own self-righteousness.

[quote name='Arrnea' timestamp='1287906356' post='2491890'] I'm sorry, you've just killed me from the irony of this statement, because the first part is exactly what you tried to do and the second is what you did. If my actions have led the SOS Brigade to where it is today, then I'd do the same again, given the chance. [/quote] You'd ruin the alliance? Welp. I was somewhat conflicted in creating this alliance, but not any more.

Congratulations and good luck~

[quote name='Arrnea' timestamp='1287828980' post='2491163'] What's tragic is that I ever trusted the people that have come to form this trainwreck of an alliance. [/quote] How long are you going to be bitter, throwing these poor insults in my direction? You're being what you claim Arexes to be, though not as clever. Your problems are of your own creation. Stop blaming other people and realise that your abuse of discretion and repeated failure to acknowledge fault led to your current situation. This alliance is going to succeed because it is loyal to and belongs to its members. I'm not going to remove them from any useful position on false pretenses and refuse to apologise, or conduct actions in secrecy without communicating with people who should have been involved. I suggest you take your vitriol elsewhere.

[quote name='Arrnea' timestamp='1287720603' post='2490397'] Nothing stopping your suggesting a treaty when you were Senior Staff (hell, even as a normal member). I don't seem to recall it happening though. [/quote] I didn't propose any of this alliance's treaties, either. But that didn't stop my presence here from being an influencing factor. It's my irresistible charm.

[quote name='Locke' timestamp='1287702122' post='2490141'] You know, you could have just treatied SOS instead. [/quote] They probably would have, if I was Brigade Chief.

[quote name='Lennox' timestamp='1287641797' post='2489535'] The only thing worse than neutrality is anime. I take that back, but suffice it to say that anime sucks. [/quote] Luckily, this isn't an animu alliance, nor a neutral alliance.

[quote name='Methrage' timestamp='1287640327' post='2489507'] Pacifica was central in the formation of NpO and you guys wouldn't exist if they didn't decide you should, so unless NSO is playing a role in the formation of NsO the situations aren't really comparable. [/quote] I think too much emphasis is placed on acronyms, so I'm not really concerned. The names of most new alliances are just created to fit a certain word. Which is stupid, if you ask me. The name of the alliance is New Sakura Order, which is derived from the term New World Order. OOC: And for those who don't remember, most alliances used to use their initials in-game as the alliance affiliation. The whole NPO-NpO thing was somewhat a joke, because it wasn't case sensitive and you couldn't tell them apart. Therefore, to get a sanction, alliances would have to spell out their names in-game, which became the accepted practice. At the present, there's no way you could confuse this alliance with New Sith Order.

[quote name='Tohru' timestamp='1287639414' post='2489477'] Actually, it's based on an alliance idea that the April Fool's Day joke was based on. So not entirely correct. [/quote] Well, actually I came up with the name quite a long time ago, but it was originally used as my alliance affiliation in January 2010.

[quote name='Bob Ilyani' timestamp='1287637696' post='2489422'] Ugh, not another "New ___ Order". That being said, you guys chose a great alliance to be your protector. Good luck. [/quote] But...it's the New World Order, brought to you by <insert conspiracy theory here>.

[quote name='JT Jag' timestamp='1287637469' post='2489415'] All of you guys should just form some sort of Rising Sun bloc so that you'd be easier to [s]roll[/s] keep track of and just get it over with. [/quote] Only if GOONS is in it too.

[center][img]http://img705.imageshack.us/img705/1691/sakurahata.png[/img][/center] Today, we are blessed to announce the presence of our new alliance to the world. We have come together to create an orderly and harmonious society, for the sake of mutually ensuring the prosperity of our nations, through the divine force created by the friendship and unity within. Dearest people of this Cyberverse, we hereby proclaim the existence of the New Sakura Order. In keeping with our namesake, the [i]Sakura[/i], the cherry trees that change throughout the seasons, blooming briefly with pink flowers every spring, our governance is created with the recognition of the temporal nature of everything, and the acceptance of change that comes with it, but is able to hold strong enough to carry out the desires and needs of our people. For the very purpose of our existence is to serve and accept the rewards of our own service, to guard us from the chaos and destructive realities of the world, to stand against adversity, and to advance into the future, where we will have our chance to bloom. Therefore, our foremost commitment is not one adherent to peace or war, neutrality or engagement, or any other rigid and extreme ideology, but instead to both self and collective improvement, and through this, the attainment of outward goals. My sincere hope is that this community will be fun, interesting and thoughful in our development and interactions compared to many of the other alliances. Our initial government is as follows: [b]Mio[/b], the Empress of the New Sakura Order, and a managing council consisting of [b]Diablofan[/b], [b]Tohru[/b], [b]Arynar Ventys[/b] and [b]Elrich von Richt[/b]. I expect the council members and the other amazing people who have expressed a desire to be a part of this alliance project will serve us all well. - [b]Mio[/b], Empress, Protector and Sister of the New Sakura Order Edit 1: #sakura. Join nao. Also, say hello: http://www.newsakuraorder.co.cc/

I thought to myself, there's nothing Legion is doing to deserve WAE, that UPN will win for sure. Knowing that Legion won, I was surprised. Then I saw this. Now I'm not surprised. Congratulations, you've earned it.

One year of managing to irritate a number of people just by existing. Life is good, as always.

Congratulations and good luck to the new government.

Bah, this game only needs one nation: mine. No seriously, what's wrong with what we have? 20,000 freaking players. That's not the world but it's still a lot.

How the heck did I forget about Mussolandia?

I wish I had spent more time playing this game so that I would be one of those players that everyone thinks are "great" too. Actually, no I don't. I'm happy I don't waste more time on this game than I already do. I have no regrets. Wa ha ha ha.

Electron Sponge, the best player ever.

[quote name='Sargun' timestamp='1282360863' post='2425349'] Undeserved? If I went into detail about why I hate you guys I would be punished by Justitia's friends in the sky. [/quote] Oh, so you'll fire shots at us, but you won't back them up? Come on, bring it.

[quote name='Sargun' timestamp='1282358979' post='2425309'] Just for different reasons (the chief being SOS still existing) [/quote] What did we ever do to you? Seriously, we attract as much undeserved hate as NPO, even without the use of [i]Eternal ZI[/i]. Perhaps it's time for a curbstomp of the Cult of Justitia? Heh heh...just kidding, I wouldn't do that...maybe.

[quote name='Locke' timestamp='1282356439' post='2425269'] Except when the treaty in question is [i]literally[/i] no better than nothing. At least your standard ODP has PIAT clauses, makes you be nice to each other, hell, not declare on each other, something this treaty allows. I really can't believe this ever passed. [/quote] I did it for Bernkastel. That's the only reason.

The Strong will survive. ALL HAIL BRITANNIA!