Crymson Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Official Announcement from The Order of the Paradox Treaty Cancellation Of all TOP's mutual-defense treaties, the MDoAP we hold with the New Pacific Order is the oldest. We and Pacifica have been through much together, good and bad, in the two and a half years since the treaty was signed. Unfortunately, events have shaken our faith in the validity of the friendship between our two alliances; actions on the part of Pacifica have convinced us that they view us not as friends, but rather merely as a strategic asset, and we do not wish to continue such a relationship. The Order of the Paradox hereby cancels the MDoAP in existence between we and the New Pacific Order. This was not an easy decision; it was reached after weeks of discussion on the issue. Ultimately, we determined that cancellation of the treaty was the most fitting course of action in this situation. We wish Pacifica all the best, and we hope that the relationship between us will see repair in the future. Signed, Crymson, Grandmaster Dr. Dan, Grand Hospitaller SomeGuy, Grand Chancellor Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dwthegreat Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 o/ TOP Good Juck and Best Wishes I believe you have made the right choice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drool Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) o/ TOP Brilliant political move. Edit: okay, how come you canceled today, instead of, like, a month or so ago? Edited May 21, 2009 by Drool Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doitzel Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Guess you couldn't keep stalling a vote, eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dingo Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 AWESOME Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Lightning Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Guess you couldn't keep stalling a vote, eh? TOP speed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King Xander the Only Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Congratulations on all your success. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tromp Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Best wishes to our friends and allies in TOP, I'm sure this wasn't an easy decision. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChairmanHal Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 With all due respect, the allies you are working closest with in the current war, alliances you have been speaking privately with for months about a possible attack, are shooting at NPO as targets bear. I fail to see what was difficult about it. Common sense would dictate that this treaty be canceled, indeed it is overdue. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRexx Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 It always was a non-treaty anyways.... OOC: I find your failure to accept Franzen as your true savior to be saddening. Now I need to go take a photo of my Cup tickets to taunt you... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyisraelie Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 I remember from my short tenure in TOP that the NPO treaty was huge. I realize how hard this was. I am glad that you aren't tied to them anymore TOP. Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chimaera Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Good luck, TOP. This is a good announcement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archon Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 There's a lot of things that could probably be said here, most of which will either be said or already have been by those esteemed posters above me. As for me, I will merely wish both sides the best of luck in the future, tip my hat, and be on my way. Sorry to disappoint. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Haflinger Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 This announcement is unsurprising both in its content and its timing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DogeWilliam Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 This announcement is unsurprising both in its content and its timing. We aim to please. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cable77 Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 TOP is too good for NPO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delta1212 Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 With all due respect, the allies you are working closest with in the current war, alliances you have been speaking privately with for months about a possible attack, are shooting at NPO as targets bear. I fail to see what was difficult about it. There is no way you were that far out of the loop, I'm sorry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chickenzilla Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 There is no way you were that far out of the loop, I'm sorry. Maybe he is that out of the loop. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin McDonald Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Wow... I guess that gov must have been sleeping on the job to let this one go through finally. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sadinoelus Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 With all due respect, the allies you are working closest with in the current war, alliances you have been speaking privately with for months about a possible attack, are shooting at NPO as targets bear. I fail to see what was difficult about it. Common sense would dictate that this treaty be canceled, indeed it is overdue. To be honest, we were waiting until the end of the war to cancel in respect of the history the treaty has as our first mutual defense pact, even though most of us had come to agree that we should drop it right after the war started. However, eventually, there were enough people asking 'why wait?' for us to cancel it now instead of later. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The AUT Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 (edited) Of all TOP's mutual-defense treaties, the MDoAP we hold with the New Pacific Order is the oldest. We and Pacifica have been through much together, good and bad, in the two and a half years since the treaty was signed. Unfortunately, events have shaken our faith in the validity of the friendship between our two alliances; actions on the part of Pacifica have convinced us that they view us not as friends, but rather merely as a strategic asset, and we do not wish to continue such a relationship. The Order of the Paradox hereby cancels the MDoAP in existence between we and the New Pacific Order. This was not an easy decision; it was reached after weeks of discussion on the issue. Ultimately, we determined that cancellation of the treaty was the most fitting course of action in this situation. Wouldn't a smart alliance such as TOP know when they're being played? Why'd it take you this long and why did you just cancel on the NPO when it seemed most convenient? Did you now just realize the NPO was using you as a "strategic" ally? Just curious since the NPO is your oldest ally and you did leave a door open to re-establish relations just in case NPO becomes no. 1 again. Heh, I don't know I just don't see it. Edited May 21, 2009 by The AUT Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Finch Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 o/ TOP Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kindom of Goon Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Wouldn't a smart alliance such as TOP know when they're being played? Why'd it take you this long and why did you just cancel on the NPO when it seemed most convenient? Did you now just realize the NPO was using you as a "strategic" ally? Just curious since the NPO is your oldest ally and you did leave a door open to re-establish relations just in case NPO becomes no. 1 again.Heh, I don't know I just don't see it. By your logic TOP's only treaty should be with Sparta. Anyone who saw how things went down at the start of the war knows why. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kencojenko Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 This took a long discussion and a few heated debates, but we look forward to seeing what the future holds for paradox and pacifica. o/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazy canuck Posted May 21, 2009 Report Share Posted May 21, 2009 Wouldn't a smart alliance such as TOP know.... Thank you for the compliment. Having such a large, active and knowledgable membership, we know that there are a lot of points of view to be taken into consideration. Please note the part of the announcement which states: "This was not an easy decision; it was reached after weeks of discussion on the issue." All of you who know anything about us will know the absolute truth of those statements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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