King Death II Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 The only thing that keeps me playing is the drive to get my nation above 100k NS Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cobalt Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 fighting the power is just so trendy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerdge Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Crimson Guard isn't exactly an all round alliance with all the stuff put together: try to build something with it, Francesca, and you may find fun in that (at least, I wish you so). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alterego Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Can SF just make their move, thats what everyone is waiting on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Great Lord Moth Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 we are both affected by the following:Post-Voxitus: Apathy and a complete lack of motivation caused by overexertion towards a particular goal which, when fulfilled, leaves a sufferer feeling empty, lethargic and worthless. Many of us are not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
King DrunkWino Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Can SF just make their move, thats what everyone is waiting on. I'd suggest bring a book or several to that waiting room, very long books. Might I suggest Atlas Shrugged? It's always a favorite to bring up in political talking. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nick1a Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Maybe...ummm you know try to improve the alliance that you lead? Seems pretty straightforward to me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ModusOperandi Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Many of us who are 3+ years older fondly remember when Pacifica didn't dominate; we're in for some fantastic times, stay tuned. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Archon Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Personally, I think it's fairly pathetic if you need to be dominated by some "evil power" to find the motivation to do anything in this game. There's plenty of things going on - if you're incapable of reading the subtle motions then go find some work to do in your alliance. Strengthen your borders, build your nations, and improve your allies. If there's one truth that remains constant, it's that there's always killing to be done. So you might as well be ready for when the time comes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vanadrin Failing Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 There's also the path of trying to do what's not yet been done. Give us a little bit of time... Might surprise ye. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hymenbreach Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Once again with the Greta Garbo quote: "I am never bored because I am never boring." Go do something interesting. Shoo, shoo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nc1701 Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 The short answer to your question is that there is nothing wrong with Planet Bob, it's working just like it's supposed to. If this is so boring my advice would be to try wrecking it. Fact is war will come, but (as implied by the logs post of me) not for a good long time. What we are in now is a period of inflation and of political maneuvering, everyone will test the waters and try to get in a good position before war strikes. And in this era of peace rampant tech dealing and quick rebuilding will see large NS gains across the board as everyone builds up their pixels in preparation to lose them all again. The maneuver/inflation period is vital for allowing the sides to properly develop and allow a large magnitude war to occur. My advice, do your homework, listen to music, get some RL friends. In CN just build up your nation and your alliance, because we all know war is inevitable, even if we don't know when it will be or who will be fighting it (though we do have decent speculation on that:p). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anenu Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 I think its a mixture of not having an "evil" group to rally against as well as the fact that it is summer and people are busy with RL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kzoppistan Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 (edited) You were in Vox, you saw how it worked. Be the revolutionary force. Power your group to the top and those that become jealous of your might, afraid of your reach, even if you are the benevolent hand, THAT will cause the conflict you so desire. Build yourself the next religion. Cake's Comfort Eagle is particularly apt. " We are building a religion We are building it bigger We are widening the corridors And adding more lanes We are building a religion A limited edition We are now accepting callers For these pendant key chains To resist it is useless It is useless to resist it His cigarette is burning But he never seems to ash He is grooming his poodle He is living comfort eagle You can meet at his location But you'd better come with cash Now his hat is on backwards He can show you his tatoos He is in the music business He is calling you "DUDE!" Now today is tomorrow And tomorrow today And yesterday is weaving in and out And the fluffy white lines That the airplane leaves behind Are drifting right in front Of the waning of the moon He is handling the money He's serving the food He knows about your party He is calling you "DUDE!" Now do you believe In the one big sign The doublewide shine On the bootheels of your prime Doesn't matter if you're skinny Doesn't matter if you're fat You can dress up like a sultan In your onion head hat We are building a religion We are making a brand We're the only ones to turn to When your castles turn to sand Take a bite of this apple Mr. corporate events Take a walk through the jungle Of cardboard shanties and tents Some people drink Pepsi Some people drink Coke The wacky morning DJ Says democracy's a joke He says now do you believe In the one big song He's now accepting callers Who would like to sing along He says, do you believe In the one true edge By fastening your safety belts And stepping towards the ledge He is handling the money He is serving the food He is now accepting callers He is calling me "DUDE!" Do you believe In the one big sign The doublewide shine On the bootheels of your prime There's no need to ask directions If you ever lose your mind We're behind you We're behind you And let us please remind you We can send a car to find you If you ever lose your way We are building a religion We are building it bigger We are building A religion A limited Edition We are now accepting callers... For these beautiful... Pendant keychains" " Edited August 16, 2009 by Kzoppistan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asriel Belacqua Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Personally, I think it's fairly pathetic if you need to be dominated by some "evil power" to find the motivation to do anything in this game. There's plenty of things going on - if you're incapable of reading the subtle motions then go find some work to do in your alliance. Strengthen your borders, build your nations, and improve your allies. If there's one truth that remains constant, it's that there's always killing to be done. So you might as well be ready for when the time comes. I am going to quote this man, because he has spoken what I feel. I like evil hegemons and the fun they bring, but if that's the only reason you play a game, why not play a "Viva la Resistance" game based on the French resistance in WW2, in a way that never actually ends? I hate to be harsh, but, I have suffered through something similar many times on Bob. After I left Browncoats, I got bored with the game, it felt like there was nothing. I sat there for 2 months doing basically nothing, and then I thought, "Hey, why not do something FUN for once?" So I joined NAAC again (even though it was dead and still technically at war) and had a lot of fun doing propaganda, wars, and other things. When I could no longer do that, I decided to make my IC persona become insane (while still helping out my friends). That made that time most enjoyable. Now that the time for that is done, I am having fun building alliances, allies, friends, and spamming on some good ol' forums. You may not find those things fun or interesting, but I do (I don't spend very much time on this game, so I can pretty much find anything that's "Fun" for me on it). The point is, find something you enjoy doing, or a goal you want to accomplish (maybe becoming the next evil overlord? I hear there's a spot open.. ) and work towards it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Francesca Posted August 16, 2009 Author Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 The only thing that keeps me playing is the drive to get my nation above 100k NS God help us.... Maybe...ummm you know try to improve the alliance that you lead? Seems pretty straightforward to me. I've been the MoFA of a 700 man sanctioned alliance before. Been there, done that. Personally, I think it's fairly pathetic if you need to be dominated by some "evil power" to find the motivation to do anything in this game. There's plenty of things going on - if you're incapable of reading the subtle motions then go find some work to do in your alliance. Strengthen your borders, build your nations, and improve your allies. If there's one truth that remains constant, it's that there's always killing to be done. So you might as well be ready for when the time comes. But fighting the evil hegemony is so much fun! And yes, I'll kill things, I just want a good reason to do so. Perhaps we could become the new hegemon!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ivan Moldavi Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Why? Peace is boring. I've never enjoyed it. This is one of the best expressions I have read all day. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mustakrakish II Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Well, i think that era of cybernations is over, and a new one will come. As for now, it seems everyone is in the whiny moopy mode because their arch nemisis is dead. If we're are all patient enough, a new one will come around, just hang in there man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bilrow Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 The problem with Planet Bob is the dream of rainbows, puppies and everyone getting along singing while sitting in a drum circle. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Näktergal Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 The problem with Planet Bob is the dream of rainbows, puppies and everyone getting along singing while sitting in a drum circle. I've always thought the problem with Planet Bob is all the people who have absolutist views about how the game should be played, and cannot seem to comprehend the fact that other people may not think the way they do, and might have other ideas about what is fun and what isn't. In the real world, that sort of mentality would be diagnosed as sociopathy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bilrow Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 I've always thought the problem with Planet Bob is all the people who have absolutist views about how the game should be played, and cannot seem to comprehend the fact that other people may not think the way they do, and might have other ideas about what is fun and what isn't.In the real world, that sort of mentality would be diagnosed as sociopathy. Exactly. You would be right. The way someone else wants to play should not dictate how everyone plays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gondor Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 I was having a conversation with my good friend President Kent this evening. We are both former Voxians and we both struggled against the Hegemony, which in President Kent's case was a nine-month long struggle, and mine three or four months. We both danced around an issue for about an hour before coming to a shocking conclusion.... we are both affected by the following:Post-Voxitus: Apathy and a complete lack of motivation caused by overexertion towards a particular goal which, when fulfilled, leaves a sufferer feeling empty, lethargic and worthless. Strange though it may seem, the New Pacific Order in all its stagnation provided many with a reason to play Cyber Nations. I never knew a world which Pacifica did not rule, I'm not quite sure how to play in this strange new political situation. I'm now looking for a different reason to play this game, a new goal for which I might strive. Nothing of interest has happened in the past month, I'm sick of waiting for Karma civil war, TOP aren't very good at being evil overlords, and frankly I can't be stuffed bringing them down. So, with a complete lack of stimulation, I'm really getting rather bored. What are your thoughts? (oh, and props to Kent for the Post-Voxitus definition.) Although I haven't been in the game long enough to have to happen to myself, I can easily see that happening. Frankly, it will probably be kinda the same for another month. But I wouldn't give it much longer than that. CN has existed for about 3 years. Yet has had 6 Great Wars and tons of reasonably sized alliance wars. This peace won't last for long. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kulomascovia Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Nation Building/ Alliance Building can be exciting to some people too you know. CN isn't made for wars only. I've never actually been involved in a real war but I've been enjoying the game so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kriekfreak Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 (edited) How about you build your alliance up to where NPO once was. When you have accomplished that, you can dictate and be the evil overlord you really wanted someone else to be. Edited August 16, 2009 by kriekfreak Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guido Posted August 16, 2009 Report Share Posted August 16, 2009 Don't worry, we will start oppressing you soon enough once again... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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