Mark Thomas Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 (edited) [center][img]http://thegermanempire.net/public/style_extra/ministeries/imperial_announcement.png[/img][/center] I stand before Planet Bob today to make an announcement on behalf of the Government of The German Empire. I would like to reference [url="http://forums.cybernations.net/index.php?showtopic=96682"]this topic[/url]. As many of you may be aware, The German Empire has been undergoing a complete renovation in the past few months, welcoming back old and new members alike, creating new diplomatic ties, improving relationships with our allies, and transforming our own government. We have been working tirelessly so that our citizens can prosper both economically and diplomatically within Planet Bob. We value and treasure our relationships with other alliances. We work hard to find diplomatic solutions to any incident we may come across, and we work hard to make this a better place for all. As I reflect back on the past few weeks in which I have taken over as Imperial Chancellor, I have been extremely happy to see our relationships growing. As you can expect, I was saddened, and somewhat disappointed, to learn that one of our members had withheld important information from Nordreich, which directly affected a treaty that was being signed. I can positively assure you that this matter has been taken up by myself, personally, and that member has been dealt with appropriately. Please do not let it reflect upon TGE's government, citizenship, or what our alliance stands for. We are good people seeking the same thing we all are here on Bob - a better life for our nations, our citizens. It is with great sincerity that I wholeheartedly offer an apology to Nordreich. "I'm sorry - let's move on." I encourage all alliances to come to our forums, open an Embassy, or just open communication with our members. And my door is always open should you want to discuss any matters or just say "hello." I hope that this statement can be the first step in TGE regaining its footing here on Planet Bob. On behalf of The German Empire, Mark Thomas Imperial Chancellor and Acting HOS Edited January 7, 2011 by Mark Thomas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Boris Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Intriguingly enough, I think the OP here is the first time I've ever seen TGE reference Nordreich as 'allies.' That said, though, it's good to see TGE at least making an attempt to seem like you're getting a handle on your situation. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Comrade Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 I hope everything goes well between you two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Richard Eden Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 It’s really been humiliating, and well, this apology is long due to Nodreich. Have we made our mistakes? Oh god, absolutely. But we’re adapting. Adapting to resolve our quirks and this recent incident has given us every reason to solve more of our issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SF Austin Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 You are not our allies and you are not our friends. Thanks for the kindling [img]http://www.cgsco.com/images/colin.jpg[/img] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Believland Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 This is funny. Good job TGE you couldn't have done much worse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GulagArchipelago Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Good show TGE? or is it too late... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Thomas Posted January 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 This is no show, I assure you. I, for one, believe in diplomacy. This was the right thing to do, so I did it. I can only hope that relationships can be mended. That's all. Thank you, all. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Messian Order Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Allies, eh? This has to be the worst diplomatic insult in the history of CN. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheListener Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 (edited) I'm sorry but your alliance has not done harm to just 1 alliance through this whole ordeal and to apologize to just 1 of them shows how ignorant you are of the full scope of this entire incident. I can think of at least two other alliances that were affected by the actions taken by your alliance. Edited January 7, 2011 by TheListener Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fernando12 Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 [quote name='Mark Thomas' timestamp='1294367270' post='2566588'] This is no show, I assure you. I, for one, believe in diplomacy. This was the right thing to do, so I did it. I can only hope that relationships can be mended. That's all. Thank you, all. [/quote] As sincere as this apology may be, you should have passed and not posted this at all. You will get mostly idiotic responses. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mussolini the Great Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 [quote name='TheListener' timestamp='1294367341' post='2566593'] I'm sorry but your alliance has not done harm to just 1 alliance through this whole ordeal and to apologize to just 1 of them shows how ignorant you are of the full scope of this entire incident. I can think of at least two other alliances that were affected by the actions taken by your alliance. [/quote] I can name atleast 1 alliance that was rocked to its very foundation by this... a small alliance, but a member of the cyber verse nonetheless, that was forced out of an ally due to this...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Thomas Posted January 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 It doesn't matter what others think. I did what I saw was the right thing to do. If you all think it's a joke and poke at it, fine - that is certainly fine by me. But I did the honorable thing and there's nothing more I can say. I just simply want to move on from this matter and work on TGE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twodivine Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 [quote name='Mark Thomas' timestamp='1294367270' post='2566588'] This is no show, I assure you. I, for one, believe in diplomacy. This was the right thing to do, so I did it. I can only hope that relationships can be mended. That's all. Thank you, all. [/quote] What relationships? Since when has NoR seeked relations with TGE? This should of been written up a lot more to trying to walk a new path instead of masking it as allies and friendships that you haven't even established. Another failure to comprehend. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GulagArchipelago Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 [quote name='Mussolini the Great' timestamp='1294367593' post='2566604'] I can name atleast 1 alliance that was rocked to its very foundation by this... a small alliance, but a member of the cyber verse nonetheless, that was forced out of an ally due to this...... [/quote] I'm glad you learned your lesson the easy way. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owned-You Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Diplomacy is more then just polished words and public smiles. While it's amicable that you would wish to regain some of the PR you've blundered over your governments actions; this isn't the time. Even more so, anyone with an ounce of brain-power will see this for what it is; an attempt to save face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
commander thrawn Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 So, you want us to believe you accidentally withheld this information? So either you are conspiring behind NoR's back. Or you as spineless and incompetent. This should be good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Thomas Posted January 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 I'm not looking to kiss butt. I'm just stating "we're sorry, let's move on." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
der Rote Baron Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Way to take the high road, TGE. o/ TGE Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merrie Melodies Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 I think that the OP is a huge stinking pile of excrement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dibbun Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Darmok (Nordreich) and Jalad (TGE) at Tanagra (Deception concerning tKoI) To better relations through the facing of a common enemy, the enemy known as miscommunication, bad faith, deceit, discord, division, and disharmony. To a unified tomorrow! o/ TGE o/ Nordreich o/ TKoI Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark Thomas Posted January 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 Amen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lord Boris Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 [quote name='Mark Thomas' timestamp='1294368451' post='2566631'] I'm not looking to kiss butt. I'm just stating "we're sorry, let's move on." [/quote] I don't believe the general message is the issue here. It's more of how you presented it. You very extensively hyped up a non-existent friendship, and that got taken as a huge slap in the face. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColonelTom Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 [quote name='Mark Thomas' timestamp='1294367270' post='2566588'] This is no show, I assure you. I, for one, believe in diplomacy. This was the right thing to do, so I did it. I can only hope that relationships can be mended. That's all. Thank you, all. [/quote] What a nice PR stunt! I know everyone is extremely interested in the TGE / NoR back-story; it makes good soap opera drama. . . but has anyone noticed that there has been absolutely NO CREDIBLE PROOF given to the very alliance where the accused formerly resided? If this was about doing what was right, there would be conclusive evidence and not just allegations. If TKoI was a hot bed of racism, which it isn't, then shouldn't that evidence be given to the new leader in order to clean house? The fact that there is no concrete evidence makes me doubt the credibility of the decisions made by both TGE and NoR. You mention the fact that you hope that relationships can be mended . . and some have mentioned the relationships between the large alliances of NoR and TGE. . but what about the TKoI relationships? What about the reputation of the accused. In as much as people as so quick to attack the injustice of alleged racism, then why is the right of innocence until proven guilty and the ability of the accused to face their accuser to be ignored? As far as I'm concerned, and speaking for myself personally, this apology is just a public relations stunt. Also, why does this PR stunt apologize to NoR? TKoI is the one that got harmed, and it was the individual accused rulers that was harmed (NO conclusive proof has been offered yet.) This will be my last time to demand evidence to be sent to me, via private channel. There is no way that both NoR and TGE are ignorant of my request. . . to deny me this 'evidence' would indicate that there is no evidence. Someone 'man up' and either send the proof or apologize to the falsely accused pertaining the slanderous accusations. ColonelTom King of The Kingdom of Italy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ashoka the Great Posted January 7, 2011 Report Share Posted January 7, 2011 I'll give you credit for one thing. After all the attempts on TGE's part to meddle in Nordreich's internal affairs, TGE harboring those who have spied on Nordreich, and TGE's various attempts to undermine Nordreich's protectorates, this is the only time it's been followed by a public: "We're sorry." A careful reading of the above should indicate how much value I therefore place in this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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