The Phoenix Federation Announcement

[mhawk]

Though much is taken, much abides; and though

We are not now that strength which in old days

Moved earth and heaven, that which we are, we are---

One equal temper of heroic hearts,

Made weak by time and fate, but strong in will

To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield.

I have returned and will be assuming command of The Phoenix Federation immediately. I've made many mistakes during my time as leader of this alliance, however all one can do is try their best to learn from such experiences. This was a hard war, but one that was inevitable. As leader, my job was easy to stay and fight, however I find it hard to convey the pride felt watching so many of my alliancemates stand next to the leadership as we fought. They stayed to the end and deserve so much, I can only hope to reward such audacity in the future.

In addition to the following awards I would like to personally thank Airikr for stepping up and meeting every challenge given in his journey from base member, to entry level military leader, to division leader and finally as a Phoenix Magistrate. You have served your alliance beyond all expectations. Thank you.

A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.

~Joseph Campbell

War is a great and terrible thing. It is in times of war that we see the worst of mankind; the destruction, the loss of friends and those we care about, and even sometimes ourselves. But it also in these times that the pure defiance of mankind, the kindred spirit to fight for a cause worth fighting for, the compassionate generosity given to those in need, and the bravery of the soldiers whom make it all possible. Even in times of war when the world is dealt death and destruction, light and goodness can be found. The Phoenix Federation has become more than an alliance, more than a community, but literally a family, and we all would do anything for one another. We have bleed side by side, and carried each other through the dark times we have faced, and we now see the light at the end of the tunnel. So we honor the compassion and bravery of those whom have fought with us in the hardest battle the Federation has ever faced.

On this day, we wish to say thank you, to those whom have lost their nations to the destruction of war, to those whom have given it their all but had no more to give. But above all, we wish to thank those whom have stood by us up to this point, and have shown the utmost valor, dedication, loyalty, and faith. In recognition of our thanks to our members, we present to all nations of The Phoenix Federation whom still are apart of our family, and have stood steady on trembling ground, we present to you The Hard Six Campaign Medal. Thank you ever so much for staying the cause, and standing your ground, it is a true honor to have you among us.

The Hard Six Campaign Medal;

Wearable Signature size;

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We would like to take the time to honor special achievements and accomplishments. It is the pride and joy of the Federation to have the ability to honor these individuals. May their valor, commitment, and steadfast faith for the cause be carried on by others for years to come.

Medal of Honor;

Dasquared is the true epitome of a Phoenix, and has selflessly aided more millions than we can account for, all the while fighting for the roughly three month duration of the war. It is our honor to present you, The Medal of Honor.

- Dasquared

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Gears of the Federation;

In any alliance, the minister of finance plays a strong role in keeping the alliance moving. But in the Phoenix Federation, our Minister of Finance has done much more, and I believe we can all say, that without his tireless work and dedication, we would not be where we are today. So to honor your hard work and loyalty TheCrimsonKing, we present to you, The Gears of the Federation.

- TheCrimsonKing

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Ultimate Finance Badge;

In any war, a soldier is nothing without his supplies, and a war cannot be carried on without financial support. We thank you for your selflessness in aiding those in need. Thus, it is with honor that we present the Ultimate Finance Badge to the following members.

- Braf Rebersnokk

- Beernuts

- igotsacane

- Great Lakes Union

- OBM

- Admir

- Broggyman

- Crackshot

- Cosmoski

- Zapeta

- fopjn01

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Military Prowess Badge;

In every war, there are soldiers whom go above and beyond, and show that they have a true talent for warfare, a spirit that cannot be broken, and a will to help their fellow comrades even if it means sacrificing themselves. Thus, it is with honor that we present the Military Prowess Badge to the following members.

- The Market Leader

- Vol Navy

- Flight:

- Canfor

- SirWellington

- Cosmoski

- Link Gaetz

- Aquilos

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Star of the Federation;

The Star of the Federation is the equivalent of the silver star, and like the medal of honor, is not handed out lightly, and only for great acts within the alliance. It takes a special breed of courage and self sacrifice to join an alliance directly in the middle of combat operations.. This is a courage that is unshakable, and without a doubt, inspired the members of the Federation greatly in our time of need. We realize that TPF may not be your permanent home, and a couple of you have already moved on, so wear this medal with you wherever you go should you wish. Thus we present to you the Star of the Federation. Thank you for your deeds.

- BamaBuc

- iMatt15

- jimbacher

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Phoenix Angels;

Without sugar coating the truth, if it were not for the most generous and amazing support of our allies during this peace process, in both helping us with reparations, and financial aid, the Phoenix Federation would likely not have survived. For this, we owe our eternal thanks, you all have wonderfully large hearts, and we thank you ever so much for your help. We thus present the Phoenix Angels medal, as atleast a small token of our gratitude to you. So to all of our allies whom helped us with aid and reps, please wear this medal with pride.

- Avalon

- BAPS

- TOOL

- ML

- TSI

- AODB

- VA

- SNAFU

- NEW

- Invicta

- Valhalla

- FEAR

- BTO

- OSA

- MCXA

- Zenith

- 64D

- SSSW18

- GRAN

We apologize if we missed anyone, and you were not included on the list, it was alot of names to remember Just shoot me a message, and we'll get you up there.

A special thanks to Kinghobbs of Invicta for designing this medal.

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We realize that everyone within the Federation fought bravely, and aided compassionately, and even if you were not specifically named here, know that we appreciate every member, and the sacrifices you have endured. Thank you, soldiers of the Federation, thank you.

Also, one last thank you, to those whom have taken up the job of protecting TPF's protectorates throughout our rebuilding phase.

- Airkr, Phoenix Magistrate

State of Mind (82880) - 10988.173 - Number of Wars 25

Huntonian (131473) - 3510.487 - Number of Wars 23

Turkey (44354) - 3477.711 - Number of Wars 23

Undivided Empire (151619) - 8719.723 - Number of Wars 22

Technicia (129155) - 4198.444 - Number of Wars 22

Craptasticstan (125192) - 3861.808 - Number of Wars 22

The Crimson Court (273330) - 3276.268 - Number of Wars 22

igotsacaneistan (107862) - 2083.971 - Number of Wars 22

Univ of Washington (60360)- 16960.229 - Number of Wars 22

Boneslovia (106695) - 8361.609 - Number of Wars 21

Thesomaliyai (55625) - 2550.870 - Number of Wars 21

Closure (186594) - 13447.881 - Number of Wars 20

Big Orange Country (145867) - 14994.184 - Number of Wars 19

Andrewopia (180700) - 4817.643 - Number of Wars 19

Jimbacher (243691) - 219.428 - Number of Wars 19

The Haze (148277) - 2833.448 - Number of Wars 18

United Dixie (224846) - 6152.381 - Number of Wars 17

Atlantis G6 (186170) - 3064.499 - Number of Wars 17

CampKillYourself (184581) - 11900.362 - Number of Wars 16

Great Lakes Union (74982) - 14836.433 - Number of Wars 15

Gondolin (147753) - 4103.562 - Number of Wars 15

Crackshire (107133) - 2997.884 - Number of Wars 15

Mount Saint Marys (105813) - 2605.321 - Number of Wars 15

Miniochoerus (283831) - 1887.710 - Number of Wars 15

Down Under States (290814) - 789.561 - Number of Wars 15

Macallia (109236) - 4972.813 - Number of Wars 14

Irish Empire (247937) - 1510.884 - Number of Wars 14

Pioneer (262719) - 1178.459 - Number of Wars 14

Snipers Retreat (296266) - 841.128 - Number of Wars 14

UK of ME (165920) - 810.499 - Number of Wars 14

West Samnor (100000) - 62781.087 - Number of Wars 13

Bristonia (208520) - 5554.425 - Number of Wars 13

United Commonwealth (233799) - 2592.371 - Number of Wars 13

Eagalia (220279) - 474.873 - Number of Wars 13

Northeast Amerika (106626) - 17213.274 - Number of Wars 12

Monstropolis (222373) - 15654.673 - Number of Wars 12

Nation of Red Sox (154994) - 6464.168 - Number of Wars 12

Broggy Land (55880) - 5962.530 - Number of Wars 12

Hexadia (43019) - 3810.047 - Number of Wars 12

aHVerist (182955) - 2558.815 - Number of Wars 12

Clavenia (105898) - 1454.427 - Number of Wars 12

Rodylandland (106624) - 1341.490 - Number of Wars 12

Orchietomy (106608) - 13418.955 - Number of Wars 11

Simcovia (165778) - 5108.086 - Number of Wars 11

Fenicia (237075) - 4613.963 - Number of Wars 11

Neo Carnaro (227766) - 4399.177 - Number of Wars 11

South Rebersnokk (195898) - 3604.433 - Number of Wars 11

Cedar Bluff (139696) - 2196.046 - Number of Wars 11

Alibi Confederation (195605) - 972.421 - Number of Wars 11

NorthKorea (179076) - 951.271 - Number of Wars 11

rohan111 (60261) - 902.639 - Number of Wars 11

Wezt Zimbabwe (286301) - 164.001 - Number of Wars 11

Sven and Ole Land (156595) - 24696.343 - Number of Wars 10

Cosmoskistan (105672) - 15098.489 - Number of Wars 10

Zapania (44322) - 14092.589 - Number of Wars 10

Petopia (119706) - 6739.640 - Number of Wars 10

Toastopolis (106987) - 4241.889 - Number of Wars 10

The Underworld (263685) - 2603.029 - Number of Wars 10

Midori (193903) - 2193.513 - Number of Wars 10

Philmonia (226560) - 1829.236 - Number of Wars 10

Daeland (240203) - 1346.125 - Number of Wars 10

aandor (131206) - 1273.615 - Number of Wars 10

P-L-E-S-T-I-N-E (83011) - 338.622 - Number of Wars 10

redfish (207513) - 180.149 - Number of Wars 10

squishistan (106817) - 16290.670 - Number of Wars 9

Pharoah Land (121177) - 12948.098 - Number of Wars 9

Grand Flying Mills (164508) - 3692.945 - Number of Wars 9

Tynachi (236753) - 2672.872 - Number of Wars 9

Beanistan (285788) - 1767.688 - Number of Wars 9

Joelland (282267) - 715.746 - Number of Wars 9

The NRA (146029) - 376.110 - Number of Wars 9

Aureus Epistola (43978) - 23476.832 - Number of Wars 8

NorthFloridaBlunder (137190) - 15310.973 - Number of Wars 8

Nufunia (142892) - 12076.962 - Number of Wars 8

Lunastia (137425) - 2389.336 - Number of Wars 8

Wolfania (102546) - 2327.037 - Number of Wars 8

aceholes (106105) - 1724.952 - Number of Wars 8

Cantuckistan (315724) - 461.371 - Number of Wars 8

Mormegil (296760) - 260.782 - Number of Wars 8

Xanthloria (132069) - 26711.806 - Number of Wars 7

Charleston (68406) - 25233.519 - Number of Wars 7

SKIWS (173872) - 4186.305 - Number of Wars 7

Pentrelli Nation (160222) - 2452.916 - Number of Wars 7

N00b Britannia (205468) - 1431.022 - Number of Wars 7

Wortlandia (110255) - 1018.211 - Number of Wars 7

Ozekiland (183118) - 26325.040 - Number of Wars 6

Burning Empire (175190) - 21265.051 - Number of Wars 6

Nature Reserve (117167) - 14819.836 - Number of Wars 6

Grabem (192565) - 3522.922 - Number of Wars 6

Bahamian Empire (100495) - 2553.217 - Number of Wars 6

Waste Grounds (302398) - 1125.756 - Number of Wars 6

Cusbania (292119) - 817.785 - Number of Wars 6

Marcanto (38459) - 16254.264 - Number of Wars 5

Camtopia (91643) - 13329.716 - Number of Wars 5

The Third Republic (329491) - 3492.026 - Number of Wars 5

Beasts (224028) - 2235.999 - Number of Wars 5

Epic Trinidad (308048) - 69.114 - Number of Wars 5

Democratic Mob (122549) - 34482.250 - Number of Wars 4

Athlon (129869) - 24998.236 - Number of Wars 4

Un-named Nation (120090) - 17637.670 - Number of Wars 4

Billasia (173968) - 14954.151 - Number of Wars 4

Red Fist (20067) - 8855.266 - Number of Wars 4

The Dragons Domain (185745) - 7754.394 - Number of Wars 4

Rossignol (126513) - 6656.107 - Number of Wars 4

World Empire (197410) - 3939.087 - Number of Wars 4

war mongiaria (207453) - 1303.553 - Number of Wars 4

Murkadia (117510) - 51278.415 - Number of Wars 3

Apocolypsia (133901) - 37436.614 - Number of Wars 3

Uberlegen (190564) - 20380.422 - Number of Wars 3

Woodbridgeland (107421) - 6862.010 - Number of Wars 3

The Resistance (331288) - 185.247 - Number of Wars 3

Draxalvania (36312) - 22226.729 - Number of Wars 2

Seraphin (331714) - 645.756 - Number of Wars 2

Watermelon World (331185) - 627.411 - Number of Wars 2

dogbite (331572) - 101.460 - Number of Wars 2

Alsace-Moron (105884) - 50269.793 - Number of Wars 1

De Otters (65932) - 41283.041 - Number of Wars 1

Duchy of Drawn Sword (331900) - 412.381 - Number of Wars 1

Edited September 6, 2009 by mhawk

[AnCapistan]

Congrats to all the recipients

o/

EDIT: Wording

Edited September 4, 2009 by Mr Damsky

[BamaBuc]

It was an honor to fight by your side and to call myself a Phoenix. I will wear the Star with pride.

-Bama

[Shan Revan]

This thread makes me very happy.

[Sandwich Controversy]

TPF troops returning to put their flag back up after the withdrawal of MK armoured divisions

Seriously though, you were (mostly) great opponents. Enjoy having freedom in a little bit.

[Shurukian]

Congratulations TPF. It's been a hard war, but you've come together over it, and that's such an important thing. Here's to the future, and rebuilding. It's good to be your ally.

[Desperado]

Zi'd 3 times, 162 nukes (47 Hit, 29 shot down, Nuked 35 times, 51 deflected), and I only placed 12th in wars?!

Congrats to all the award winners.

Edited September 4, 2009 by Desperado

[Arcturus Jefferson]

Congrats to all the winners

o/

It's more than a little rude to hail the Karma coalition in a thread about TPF's war dead.

[mhawk]

It's more than a little rude to hail the Karma coalition in a thread about TPF's war dead.

My guess is by "winner" he is referring to the medal recipients.

[Ragashingo]

You guys may have been on the wrong side but there is no denying that fighting a long losing battle strengthens any alliance that survives it. Awarding those who stuck around is a great idea and those medals are very nice looking. Also I do love that Tennyson quote. I used it in my sig for quite a while around the GATO-1V war. Nice to see it get more exposure.

[Stumpy Jung Il]

What the $%&@ mhawk? Wheres my medal?

[Kajdav]

Congrats, guys, all soldiers that took part in the Karma war deserve medals.

[Jorost]

Invicta was happy to help in whatever way we could. Your thanks are unnecessary but nevertheless appreciated!

Also, don't forget where Airikr came from. IF YOU'RE DONE WITH HIM WE WANT HIM BACK!

B)

o/ TPF

[DarkEra97]

Although we didn't have the funds readily available to send to your aid, The Phoenix Federation was always in our prayers. Congratulations on recovering, and also a huge congratulations to recipients of medals.

You fought well, TPF.

o/

[The Crimson King]

I would just like to once again offer my sincerest thanks to all of our friends who have extended their hands to help us during the past month. Your show of support has been nothing short of staggering, and it is an honor to have you as allies.

If you ever need anything you know where to find me

o/

[TehChron]

Congratulations to the veterans of a hard-fought conflict.

[savethecheerleader]

One last time, I'll hail my adversaries in the TPF. The valor you fought with will not be forgotten.

[rsoxbronco1]

What, no medal for Londo?

Who's in charge of picking these things?

[ChairmanHal]

I would like to add my own words of encouragement and salute those who gave so much for their alliance.

o7

May you know peace and prosperity in the days ahead.

[delgursh]

Congrats everyone. TPF you fought hard as hell.

o/

[D34th]

Congrats to those awarded.

[Bjornoya]

yay i win!

congrats to all of us.

[watchman]

Hail to the brave heroes!

[James Maximus]

Another medal to put on my wall.

Grats to everyone who received a medal of honor.

o/ TPF

[Uralica]

TPF, I salute you. o7 Especially those who received honours here today.

To all the fallen, I offer an excerpt of a poem from a time gone by that has been passed down from the Uralics whose origins were Old Canadian:

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:

Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.

At the going down of the sun and in the morning

We will remember them.

And finally, on a personal note, I wish I had started bankrolling sooner so that I could have helped in TOOL's efforts to help in payment of reparations. I will, however, pass this notice along, that all TOOL Members who did participate may wear the medal with pride.

(OOC: EDIT: going along with my nation's storyline about Sointula and Thunder Bay Finns and what-not )

Edited September 4, 2009 by Uralica