Bob Janova Posted November 5, 2009 Report Share Posted November 5, 2009 For the GrämlinsToday, the 5th of November, is a special day. One year ago today, one of the most important documents in history was signed. Two prominent, but very different, alliances put their names on paper to indicate their eternal friendship: the Härmlin Accords. Hitchhiker and Grämlin go back a long way. Back in the mists of time, on 5th November 2006, two small and new alliances – one a new breakaway starting out in a new colour, one a group of economists finding their feet in the world – agreed to a mutual defence pact. The terms of this original treaty give an insight into the conditions at that time: extra reparations of $50,000 for a mistaken attack, a mandated notice period for cancelled trades and a 10% discount on tech deals. The relationship started by Jimmy K, Vinny P, R11CH, Syzygy and TWIY and the help and advice that the two young alliances gave each other quickly grew, and became a 'special relationship' for both alliances. Perhaps the greatest test of the relationship was the Third Great War. As well as Grämlins, MHA had a relationship from their founding with NPO, and entered the fight on the side of the Initiative. Grämlins had historically been suspicious of the Initiative and became convinced that an Initiative victory in a final showdown with the League would result in the end of the free world, and entered along with other unaffiliated alliances on the side of the League. In a move foreshadowing many alliances in Karma, the two alliances stated that they would support their ally in the case of extra attackers, wished each other luck and got on with the war. As it turned out, Grämlins' opponents (Illuminati) folded quickly, and Grämlins were able to exit the wider war – special relationship intact. After the first anniversary, challenges receded from the scene, to be replaced by better coordination on political issues. With the establishment of relations with TOP, who were already MHA's friends, and the signing of the Continuum at the end of 2007, the two alliances began to work more closely together on foreign policy. Despite the well documented issues within the Continuum, it was a good time for MHA and Grämlins, who tended to agree as the more moderate wing of the bloc on issues such as GPA. The original MDP was updated for modern times in January 2008, reflecting the continued friendship. The BLEU war marked a first: fighting on the same side of a war. While MHA fought NV and Grämlins NpO, both alliances' conduct demonstrated their shared values (Grämlins paying for tech from Polaris, MHA waiving their reps from NV in the aftermath). Through the autumn, discussions on a special commemoration for the anniversary of our friendship were taking place, and those led eventually to the Härmlin Accords last November. The latest year in Harmlin history has been another interesting one. In December Grämlins became the first alliance to leave a major bloc at the height of its power, after a membership referendum on the issue; MHA remained happy with Continuum as a political vehicle and stayed in it. Through the winter and spring, as tensions began to build between parts of the political web, the Continuum-Citadel link through MHA and Grämlins (along with TOP and OG) was one of the important ones that kept the peace. Of course we know how that story ends: the Continuum loses the confidence of TOP and MHA (along with Sparta) and fractures as some of its alliances launch the world into a nuclear war. The Karma war resulted in another first: Hitchhikers and Grämlins fighting side by side. Both alliances were engaged against IRON, and in the mid-tier there was extensive cooperation between us. Along with the Project MHAwesome missions in the past, we've now got a full history of cooperation: political, economic and military. Härmlins remains one of the strongest ties in the world, and we're looking forward to another several years! It just remains to thank every Grämlin and every Hitchhiker, over the last three years and today, who've made this relationship what it is, and continue to do so. Many of you are now elsewhere (or nowhere), but your contributions to these special alliances are still remembered. Happy Härmlin Day, everybody! For the HitchhikersHärmlin is Eternäl. For three years, such has been proven through the united efforts of friendship, loyalty, and warm camaraderie displayed between the great alliances of Mostly Harmless and our cherished friends the Grämlins. We know not what the future holds in store, but we know that when such times come to pass, be they prosperous or wrought with tribulation, each shall have an irrefutable and close ally at its side. Today we come forward to honor the allegiance made so long ago with what started as a mere mutual defence pact, and in more recent times made absolute on November 5th, 2008. This early connection has been honed and refined over the years, tempered by the mettle of each member to enter the fold of our two alliances. Like the blacksmith stirring his forge, the Mostly Harmless and Grämlins pooled together our resources and gave rise to the physical manifestation of our spirit: the Härmlins. In celebrating this day, we look back to the trials we've faced, the people that have come and gone, and the leaps in development made possible through our bond. While few things remain constant since that day so long ago, the open hospitality witnessed has sparked a union that strengthens us more than anything else to transpire. On this gathering, we acknowledge the past years and hope to turn over a new leaf so that we might write the next chapter of the most powerful tale of friendship known to Cybernations. The Härmlin Accords—that is the name of our brand of unity. Long has it stood, and longer still shall it. Härmlin is Eternäl. Remember this day, and remember the kinship that made it possible. Thank you, Grämlins. Thank you, Cybernations. Special thanks to Kornacht for the excellent banner image, and to Tobbogon for ... well nothing at all really, but he demanded to be included. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tobbogon Posted November 5, 2009 Report Share Posted November 5, 2009 o/ Harmlins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Queen Hoopdy the 1st Posted November 5, 2009 Report Share Posted November 5, 2009 O/ Harmlins. Here's to three more years! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vilien Posted November 5, 2009 Report Share Posted November 5, 2009 It's always great, especially in a game where treaties and friendships have been so easily discarded in the past, to see a relationship like this remaining intact and as strong as ever. Congratulations to both of you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeeLeeshush Posted November 5, 2009 Report Share Posted November 5, 2009 Beautifully written, Cheers to u Harmlin people Nice banner btw Happy Harmlin Day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maradon Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 Cheers, Härmlins! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghuxalia Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 o/ Härmlins lol Tub of gum you useless $@! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Myzebedeeistaken Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 So many nations ruled by so many fantastic people. Here's to the Härmlins - may your bonds endure for all time. o/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eden Taylor Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 A great celebration of a great friendship between two of our great friends... how much greater of a day could this be? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jerdge Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 It's good to be Bröthers and Sextyers like this... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drizuz Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 o/ Härmlins! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
President Obama Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 (edited) In December Grämlins became the first alliance to leave a major bloc at the height of its power Wouldn't VE leaving The Initiative qualify as that? Härmlin treaty is one of the most important treaties in the history of the game, very happy to see it's still going strong. edit: And the fact that MHA used their sanction tag to make a Härmlin tag is still incredibly awesome. Edited November 6, 2009 by President Obama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minarchist Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 Long live the Härmlins! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xavii Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 1 year? Awwww I like! Much love! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Janova Posted November 6, 2009 Author Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 Wouldn't VE leaving The Initiative qualify as that? I guess I forgot to add the 'and the alliance and bloc both lasting more than a week' there Thanks for the well wishes everyone Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blue Lightning Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 Thread sucks and so do the signatories. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WorldConqueror Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 I guess I forgot to add the 'and the alliance and bloc both lasting more than a week' there Thanks for the well wishes everyone The Initiative lasted far longer than a week after VE left. Congratulations Härmlins! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bob Ilyani Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 A big anniversary for a big treaty. Best of luck Harmlins. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dochartaigh Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 o/ Härmlins <3 Gremlins <3 MHA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flak attack Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 The Initiative lasted far longer than a week after VE left.Congratulations Härmlins! VE didn't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
logan1 Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 i have always been a fan of the Härmlins o/ MHA o/ Gremlins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SiCkO Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 good to see allies that stick together Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sigrun Vapneir Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 Well done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WorkingClassRuler Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 o/ Härmlins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darklordtim Posted November 6, 2009 Report Share Posted November 6, 2009 Good announcement and it's awesome to be part of these celebrations. o/ Harmlins o/ MHA o/ Grämlins Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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