The Rapture Nears.. Are you ready?

[Dan Marino]

Rapture Current Government:

Chancellor: Cossar

Triumvirate of internal affairs: Dan marino

Triumvirate of War: Varmet7

Triumvirate of Foreign Affairs: King Kaimen

Minister of Foreign Affairs: Julius Octavian

Minister of Internal Affairs: plebe

Minister of War: Demon Owner

Right now you must be asking yourself what you want in an alliance, well this is what Rapture Offers to new members joining us:

1. Starter aid- Rapture offers 3million start up aid to grow your nation, as a gift of gratitude, we do not make you take tests for your money, all we ask is that check the forums once or twice a week minimum.

2. Protection- Rapture is currently 650,000 strength and has 47members, and have many great allies to protect us if you are ever attacked.

3. Guidance- Rapture has many nations, an academy, willing to help new nations learn everything there is in cybernations from how to develop your nation the quickest, to becoming an amazing government official one day!

4. Leadership- Rapture has some very active leadership that work around the clock to ensure your happiness, devlopement, and ensure Raptures safety.

5. Extra $$$- We offer more money for members by showing us their activity on the forums, dedication, and hardwork. You can earn up to an extra 9million!

6. Friendly, Active Atmosphere- If you are in this game to have fun and make new friends, then Rapture is the right alliance for you! Rapture members and government officials have some of the most fun, helpful people in all of planet bob!

If you would like to join Rapture or make foreign diplomatic relations with us visit us here

Rapture Current Charter:

Preamble

We, as free nations stood as many and link arms to form a more perfect union of brotherhood. With the signing of this document, “Rapture” is here forth born: We, as the people of “Rapture”, in order to keep her nations safe and prosperous create this charter. The articles here-forth are instituted under the common goals set forth by its founding fathers; Truth, Honor, Justice, Prosperity, and Friendship. The responsibility is left in the government to ensure that these common goals do not deter.

Article I: Membership

As a Member of “Rapture” you will not be discriminated on for any beliefs you may carry with you, we are open to all members and believe you have the right to speak. Be the voice of the people and let your words be heard. As a full member of “Rapture” you will be granted protection and aid and the privilege of being part of something unsurpassed on Planet Bob, if you are accepted.

Admissions:

I. Any and all applicants may not be in any active wars, or under any Prisoner of War (POW) status.

II. Membership of any other alliance is forbidden.

III. Member must not have any known relationship with the Cyberverse that is disowning or therefore known in discontent.

IV. In order to join “Rapture”, a nation must post an application in the appropriate area on “Rapture” forums. All applications will be looked over and approved by the Chancellor, Triumvirate.

V. All Nations who submit an application here-by agree with the undersigned document.

Membership Rights:

I. As a member of “Rapture” you are granted full arms protection within our walls, the situation will be attempted to be solved diplomatically before any just action of war. If the nation that which has attacked you is affiliated to no such alliance you are free to defend yourselves.

II. You will be a prosperous nation and aided if/when it is needed in times of peril and peace.

III. All members are given the freedom of right of speech; all are encouraged to voice their opinions on all matters if it not be in direct offense to another. (If it be in a derogatory manner to any affiliation of race, religion, etc. a forum moderator or Government official will edit your topic, and be discussed with.)

IV. You are greatly encouraged to participate in all the voting that proceed within “Rapture”. You will have the right to vote for current candidates’ in governmental elections, Amendment proposals, or the denial of a government rule (War Declaration, Amendment, proposal, etc.)

V. As a full-fledged member, you qualify for new membership aid packages in the sum of $3,000,000 if asked for.

Expulsion/Resignation:

I. Any Nation may leave at any time they wish, no restraints are bound to keep you. To leave, a nation must post in the appropriate section on the forums; pay off any debts to the alliance or members, and remove "Rapture" from their Alliance Affiliation.

II. Member Expulsion may only be done by the Chancellor or Regent if it finds a member is in direct violation of this charter.

Article II: Government

As an adroit government, they serve the people and will do everything in their power to keep the goals by which this charter was founded on in all aspects of their decisions to guide this alliance and her members. They will abide by the laws set forth to serve the people as diligent leaders and to protect the nations they lead. The Government is composed of the following:

Chancellor

Triumvirate

Ministers

Chancellor:

I. The Chancellor is the Head of the state for “Rapture”, and therefore his/her signature is required on all documents that need be published.

II. The Chancellor is responsible for appointing non-elected officials, although the Triumvirate may do so at the chancellor’s approval.

III. Only the Chancellor has the right to declare war, unless it is the honoring of a treaty, then a vote will be passed through the Consul if the Chancellor or Regent is unable to make the decision, and may be denied by the membership.

IV. The Chancellor has the final word on all decisions made within the alliance both internally and foreign.

V. The Chancellor will serve indefinitely, unless he/she is impeached, resigns or remains inactive on the alliance for more than 14 days without prior knowledge. In that case he/she will be removed from office and a single Triumvirate is appointed. If the former Chancellor returns within 30 days of their removal, they may return to office with a membership vote of 75% or more, or a 100% vote of the Triumvirate.

VI. A Chancellor may be impeached with a 75% or more vote from the membership.

VII. Once a Chancellor resigns, he/she may appoint a replacement, however the appointment can be denied with a 67% vote or more of the Triumvirate, from which they will appoint a new Chancellor with a 100% vote.

Triumvirate:

I. The Triumvirate is appointed by the Chancellor.

II. The Triumvirate signatures’ are required alongside the Chancellor’s on all published documents.

III. The Triumvirate will act in the Chancellors stead if he/she is unable to attend to their duties.

IV. The Triumvirate will be next in succession and will be the voice of the alliance in all decisions if the Chancellor is unavailable, however all rulings may be over ruled by the Chancellor.

V. The Triumvirate may only be removed by the Chancellor.

VI. Triumvirate will need a 2/3 vote to over-rule any Chancellor made decision.

VII. Triumvirate may initiate a removal of Office, if the current Chancellor fails to meet the duties of his/her position. At least 100% vote from the Triumvirate to pass.

VIII. Each Triumvir will head a department within Rapture; Department of War, Department of Foreign Affairs, Department of Internal Affairs

A. Triumviri of War; Department of War: The Triumviri of War is responsible for the organization of the alliance’s military, the Security of our members, supervision of the current wars, and coordination of militarily attacks, as well as appointments of the Military structure. Is only under the Chancellor in Military chain-of-command.

B. Triumviri of Foreign Affairs; Department of Foreign Affairs: The Triumviri of Foreign Affairs helps represent “Rapture” to the Cyberverse. He/she is tasked with appointing ambassadors, and assisting both the Chancellor and Regent in negotiations or treaties with foreign alliances.

C. Triumviri of Internal Affairs; Department of Internal Affairs: The Triumviri of Internal Affairs helps to maintain a current up–to-date roster, and keep the members informed on a day to day basis of the Alliances standpoint and announce any relevant news the government has to announce to the members. They will help with correspondence to Commerce, and Recruitment; Work with Financial Aid/Stimulus Programs for both new and older nations, Engage in recruiting new member for Rapture.

Ministers:

I. Minister of War:

The Minister of War will help to advise the Triumvir of War in Military assistance; Military organization, Protection, coordination of Attacks.

II.Minister of Foreign Affairs:

Mister of Foreign Affairs will help to dispatch our ambassadors to foreign alliances, and to represent Rapture alongside the Triumviri of Foreign Affairs.

III.Minister of Internal Affairs:

The Minister of Internal Affairs will help to organize Aid events (Stimulus, Donations, Financial Aid; Emergency Relief Aid, War Aid, Infra Jump), She/he will advise the Triumviri and help them to keep records within the alliance up to date.

VI. Legatus:

a. The Legatus is any former Chancellor who has stepped down from their prestigious position for anonymous reason(s). As a Legatus, they will have no say or vote in any decision made, but will act as an adviser and may voice an opinion in any matter within the government’s decision(s). They will have access to the Governmental areas of the board.

Article III: War

War will only be conducted if all attempts to resolve a matter diplomatically have all been drained. We believe in peace and prosperity, but we will conduct ourselves with such, and honor such treaties we have made no matter the sacrifice.

Conduct of War:

I. In the event of War, or an attack made against a nation of Rapture, the “enemy” will be treated with respect.

II. In the event of War, the Triumvirate of War/Minister of War will have an organized structure from which you will report to your commander immediately.

III. All members are to follow orders given by a superior officer in the event of war; failure to abide by such rules may lead to expulsion or Zero Infrastructure (ZI).

IV. Currently, Tech raids are ALLOWED until further notice. Tech Raiders still must satisfy all appropriate conditions.

V. When tech raids are allowed, it is only under the following conditions:

- a. The Attacking Nation is a certified tech raider.

- b. The Target Nation is not a member of the red sphere.

- c. The Target Nation is not part of an alliance (i.e. has "None" in the Alliance Affiliation field)

- d. The Target Nation is not under protectorate status.

VI. Violating any rules regarding tech raids will result in the following penalizations:

1. First (1st) Offense: Temporary Raid Ban

The attacking nation will repay full reps, and will be under observation of no unauthorized attacks given by the Minister of War, Chancellor, or Triumvirate for no less than one month. The result of not completing this will result in an immediate ban or military action.

2. Second (2nd) Offense: Permanent Raid Ban

The attacking nation will repay full reps, and will be under observation of no unauthorized attacks given by the Minister of War, Chancellor, or Triumvirate for the rest of the stay at “Rapture”. The result of not completing this will result in an immediate ban or military action.

3. Third (3rd) Offense: Expulsion

The attacking nation will repay full reps, and will be expelled from the alliance, and may meet military action and/or a ZI order.

War Declaration:

I. Only the Chancellor may declare war or the Triumvirate with a 100% vote if the Chancellor is unable to make a decision.

II. The Triumvirate may vote on a declaration of war if the Chancellor is absent.

III. The Triumvirate may declare war with a 67% if it be in the honor of a treaty.

IV. The Membership may veto a declaration of war or the decline of war with at least a 75% vote of the membership.

Nuclear Policy:

I. Nuclear missiles (Nukes) are heavily encouraged to be built.

II. Nuclear Defense: In the event your nation is stricken with a nuke, you may contact any government figure for approval to release a nuke.

III. Nuclear first strike: Nuclear first strikes on other nations may only be used with the approval of the Chancellor, Regent, or Minister of War.

Espionage:

I. Any act of espionage is considered an act of war, and will be treated as such, Including Foreign and Domestic.

II. Any and all nations are allowed to use these means of warfare in the event a war breaks out, or unless permitted by the Chancellor, Regent, or Minister of War in times of peace.

Article IV: Amendments

Amendments are additions to the charter that have been drafted by either a government official or proposed by a member and passed to accommodate the growing needs of the alliance. An amendment is a revision or add-on that institutes a new law, or revises one. Any part of this charter is subject to change if a member or government member steps forward to address an issue and revise a change.

Amendments:

I. A member may propose a new amendment and will be passed if it the membership passes the bill with at least an 67% vote and a single vote from the Triumvirate, and the approval of the Chancellor.

II. The Triumvirate may unanimously vote on a bill and pass it with at least an 67% vote, with the approval of the Chancellor.

III. The Chancellor and Regent may add an amendment at any given time.

[Haven for Peace]

A bump to some totally awesome friends.

[Dan Marino]

O/ to the future of Planet Bob

O/ Rapture!

[Dan Marino]

Bump for the future

[cossar]

O/ lil bump tehe

[daggarz]

love me some rapture