Mechanus Posted May 20, 2009 Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 There exists a limit to the force even the most powerful may apply without destroying themselves. Judging this limit is the true artistry of government. Misuse of power is the fatal sin. The law cannot be a tool of vengeance, never a hostage, nor a fortification against the martyrs it has created. You cannot threaten any individual and escape the consequences. A bump for some good friends and good people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 20, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 20, 2009 You're too kind. In trade, I'll post one of my favorite quotes from Firefly instead of DUNE. "Shepherd used to tell me... 'Can't do something smart, do something right.' " Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Paul Atreides: You suggest the son of the Duke is an animal? Reverend Mother Gaius Helen Mohiam: Let us say I suggest you may be human. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 21, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 "Good government never depends upon laws, but upon the personal qualities of those who govern." - Spacing Guild Manual Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2009 Baron Vladimir Harkonnen: Perverting common wisdom, Nephew, is a mark of all great conspiracies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 23, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 23, 2009 "Anything outside yourself, this you can see and apply your logic to it. But it's a human trait that when we encounter personal problems, these things most deeply personal are the most difficult to bring out for our logic to scan. We tend to flounder around, blaming everything but the actual, deep-seated thing that's really chewing on us." - Lady Jessica speaking to Thufir Hawat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sun WuKong Posted May 24, 2009 Report Share Posted May 24, 2009 Bump. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 24, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 24, 2009 "What do you despise? By this you are truly known." - from Manual of Muad'Dib by the Princess Irulan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoppistan Posted May 25, 2009 Report Share Posted May 25, 2009 Control the Spice, Control your future! Join House Atreides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 25, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 25, 2009 (edited) Lend your Atomics to the cause. Join House Atreides. Edited May 25, 2009 by Vanadrin Failing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Hed Posted May 26, 2009 Report Share Posted May 26, 2009 Bump for an epic book. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 27, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 27, 2009 Much Appreciated, Thank you. ^^d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 (edited) Few more juicy details about House Atreides: - We're not a strict RP alliance. While the spice does get into everything... even the food... We won't require you to be 'in-character' all the time. It's just there for flavour and atmosphere and to expand your enjoyment of the game. It is also there as a sort of guide to how our Leadership will conduct affairs. - Room for promotion. Sure, the government positions are all filled, but knowing that upward motion in an alliance is what motivates the membership, we've got a solid yet flexible rank and medal system in place. - Lots of Activity. For a small alliance, our members - and more importantly our leadership - are very active on the message boards. In case of emergency, our Swordmaster and Mentat even have direct contact information on our Duke to deal with any crisis that might emerge quickly and decisively. - Mature membership. Our emphasis is on personal responsibility and wisdom in all acts of peace and war. Our education regimen was constructed to reflect this. We will not bribe new members into joining our alliance with anything other than a unique Alliance environment. - Cautious Foreign Affairs. We'll be holding off on any treaties aside from our protectorate until we hit 50 members. At that point, we'd choose our allies carefully and only sign Optional treaties. We want allies who will follow us to battle because it's the Right Thing To Do, not simply out of obligation. If you think this is a good fit, drop by our boards at http://atreides.greengrassmo.com/! We'll also be happy to answer questions in this thread as well. ^^d Edited May 28, 2009 by Vanadrin Failing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 28, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 28, 2009 Looking for a change? Apply to join House Atreides. ^^d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 29, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 29, 2009 Travel without motion.... Click here to visit House Atreides. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 30, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 30, 2009 "What you of the CHOAM directorate seem unable to understand is that you seldom find real loyalties in commerce ... Men must want to do things of their own innermost drives. People, not commercial organisations or chains of command, are what make great civilizations work, every civilization depends upon the quality of the individuals it produces. If you overorganize humans, over-legalize them, suppress their urge to greatness — they cannot work and their civilization collapses." - A letter to CHOAM Attributed to The Preacher Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 31, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 Want to join a New Alliance formed by Old Nations? Check out House Atreides! Every member of our leadership has over a year of experience playing the game and has spent time in government with prior alliances. Experience is an important aspect to forming a new alliance that will flourish in today's crowded climate. Apply today! Our House is Your House. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted May 31, 2009 Author Report Share Posted May 31, 2009 (edited) Thump. Edited May 31, 2009 by Vanadrin Failing Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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