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SpideyFan914

09-24-2010, 05:05 PM

As you may or may not already know, The Huntsman's got some screwy internet connection problems. Therefore, after much confusion, I'm apparently taking over. I'll try to update between 6 and 10 every day, like Huntsman, but on some days, I may be unable. In those cases, I will update late, NOT early. I'll try to let you know ahead of time still.
WARNING: This situation probably won't end well.

In 2012, the governments of the world began to collapse. No one is quite certain why. The United States was the first to fall, as despite the president’s efforts to preserve the union, the split was too sudden to resist. New England shattered, then the South and the West. Canada fell into anarchy shortly thereafter, as did Mexico and the various Caribbean nations. The rest of the world watched intently, as the whole ordeal had triggered an economic catastrophe on a previously unimagined scale and many governments across the world had fallen as well. Those who survived agreed to unite in an effort to prevent the chaos in North America from spreading throughout the world. They moved their forces into Alaska, Greenland and Iceland, and the means for North America communicate with the outside world was severed as well.

North America would have to look inward to find its salvation. Fortunately, a few select individuals rose to the occasion, forming new governments and scrambling to rebuild the glory that was North America. This is their story.

FINAL MAP (http://img651.imageshack.us/img651/143/rtwviiend.png)

MAJOR NATIONS

HOLLY
Leader: Pit Allen (SpideyFan914)
Government: Autocratic Dictatorship
Background: Secret Agent
Color: Orange
RES: 73 (per round +8)
HAP: 35% (per round +3)
MOR: 50%
WAR: 100%
Bonus: Diplomatic Ties, False Orders, Illicit Contacts, Militarty Experience, Ion Cannon x4, Firestorm Barriers, Fortified Bunkers x4, Naval Base (Atlantic x4, Pacific x3, Indian), SAM Station x9, Radar Station x8, Tesla Coils, Chemical Missile Schematics, MOAB, Teleportation Schematics, Ion Shield, Teleportation Devices

THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
Leader: President Troy Peterson (Superpan)
Government: Capitalist Democracy
Background: Survivalist
Color: Dark Blue
RES: 45 (per round +15)
HAP: 56% (per round +5)
MOR: 35%
WAR: 115% (per round +3)
Bonus: Fierce Resistance, Increased Productivity, Military Experience, Radar Station x4, SAM Station x4, Naval Base (Atlantic x2, Pacific, Arctic, Antarctic), Fortified Bunkers x2, Wind and Solar, ICBM x2, Ion Cannon, Mars (South), Tesla Coils, Drop Pods, Ion Shield, Firestorm Barriers, Clone Army, Teleportation Devices, Teleportation Nullifier

ALLIANCES

Global Alliance

The United States of America
Holly

WARS

The First War

Texas vs. Eagleland
The War Of The Dakotas

Centrality Of Nowhere & The Lord's Republic vs. North Dakota
World War III

Eagleland & Holly & Texas & The Lord's Republic & The 5th Country vs. The United States Of America & The District Of Animation
The Atlantic War

Beast Coast & The Enclave vs. Bostonia
The Ontario War

Bostonia vs. Valhalla & The 5th Country
World War IV

Bostonia & The Golden Country & Ireland vs. Valhalla
Bostonia & The Enclave vs. The United States of America
Allah's War

Holy Arabia & The Russian Federation vs. Allah's Haven & The Golden Country
Disney War

The Magical Kingdom vs. The Beast Coast & The United States of America
War of the Americas

The United States of America v. Bostonia
Holly War

Holly v. The Beast Coast & The District of Animation
Holly v. Ireland
The Golden War

The Golden Country v. Holly & Holy Arabia
The Golden Country v. The Land of Lipschitz
Capitalist's (Cold) War

The United States of America & The 5th Country v. The World Trade Organization
Ontario War II/The Big Mistake

The United States of America v. Valhalla
Holly War II

Holly v. Valhalla
The United States of America v. Holly & The 5th Country
The Russian Federation v. Holly
Holly v. The Golden Country MKII
Holly v. Holy Arabia & The Golden Country MKII
War on Australia

Holy Arabia v. The 5th Country
Operation: REVENGE

The United States of America v. The 5th Country
World Trade Massacre

The Fortress of Solitude v. The World Trade Organization
Iranian War

The Russian Federation v. Holy Arabia
War of Truth

The Fortress of Solitude/The New World Trade Organization v. The Haven of Truth
The United States of America v. The Dragon's Den
MAD WAR

Maximilian Friedman v. The United States of America & Holly & The Dragon's Den & The Russian Federation & The Land of Lipschitz
Maximilian Friedman v. Holy Arabia & The Golden Country MKII

SpideyFan914

09-24-2010, 05:07 PM

This version of the game borrows heavily from the core mechanics that Johnny introduced for Rule The World V. Depending on your choices when creating your nation, you will get a certain amount of happiness and resources per year. These resources can be used to purchase investments, expand to new regions – IT COSTS FIVE RES TO CLAIM A NEW REGION – and train your army. Each nation will start with ten resources in order to speed things along.

Happiness has also been tweaked. Your citizens will request things from you depending on your economic, government and background selections. If they are happier, they will generally ask for less and may provide bonuses to your nation, but unhappy citizens will be quite vocal and they may be a threat to your governance.

Two new stats are added for this game, MORALITY and WAR READINESS. Morality starts at fifty percent and raises and lowers based on your action. If you decide to pocket resources that were intended to feed starving families, your morality will lower, but distributing the resources as intended will raise it. Lower morality will corrupt your citizens and make them more susceptible to certain actions, but the black market prefers dealing with like-minded souls. Higher morality, on the other hand, makes them less susceptible to certain actions, and your citizens will work harder for you in various ways when they know that their cause is just.

War Readiness if a measure of how ready your army is to fight. Most of the leaders that you will be playing as don’t have military experience, so you will be unable to increase the stat higher than eighty percent. Generals, on the other hand, can increase the stat to one-hundred percent. This means that if two players both rolled a twenty, the person with eighty percent would only have rolled a sixteen while the person with one-hundred percent would have rolled a twenty. War Readiness is increased by spending resources.

As with Rule The World V, you need to select one of each of the following.

A) Economy
There are three economic models: Capitalist. Socialist. Autocratic.

If you choose to be Capitalist, your people will be content knowing that they have the means to improve their lives and will be more productive because of it. You will receive +2 HAP and +2 RES every year, and your citizens will generally request less of the government.

If you choose to be Socialist, your people will be happy knowing that the government is doing everything that it can to make their lives better, but the cost of doing so means there are less resources available for other projects. You will receive +3 HAP and +1 RES every year, and your citizens will generally request more of the government.

If you choose to be Autocratic, your people are unhappy because there is little to be optimistic about in their lives, but they are very productive because they fear being seen as a slacker. You will receive +1 HAP and +3 RES every year, and your citizens will generally request nothing of the government.
B) Government
There are three government models: Monarchist. Democracy. Dictatorial.

In a Monarchy, it is your divine right to rule over the land. The people are generally content under your rule and are productive as well, but they are unhappy with the limited freedoms and will push for more. Failure to come to an agreement with them could threaten your governance. You will receive +2 HAP and +2 RES every year, and your citizens will generally request more of the government.

In a Democracy, people are free to choose their leaders and elections will be held every ten years. This allows them to keep a check on power, making them happier, but they are not fond of taxes and there are typically less resources to spend on government projects. You will receive +3 HAP and +1 RES every year, and your citizens will generally request less of the government.

In a Dictatorship, you have absolute control over the citizens and can’t normally be deposed. This causes your people to be less happy, as there is nothing they can do to improve their lot in life, but they are very productive because they know that you can make their lives far worse. You will receive +1 HAP and +3 RES every year, and your citizens will generally request nothing of the government.
C) Background
There are thirteen backgrounds for your leader: Disco God. General. Inmate. Mafioso. Meteorologist. Patriot. Politician. Priest. Psychologist. Reality Show Contestant. Secret Agent. Survivalist. Theoretical Physicist. Time Traveler.

Backgrounds explain how your leader rose to power and what bonuses you receive due to your previous experiences. Due to the nature of the game, some backgrounds may seem to clash with the economies and governments listed above. For example, a general who governs through martial law shouldn’t be a democracy. But sometimes, it’s more fun not to think about all of the inconsistencies and just roll with it. Also, you don’t have to roleplay as your selected background, so you can be a sane inmate if you want or be a disco god who hates disco music, but you’re free to roleplay as them if you want to.

Disco God: You were an internationally renown disco dancer. As the governments of the world began to collapse, you were too busy burning up the dance floor to notice. In fact, your marvelous moves mesmerized many, and before long, people from all across the region had come to your residence in hopes of being in your presence. It was then that you realized: the people needed inspiration now more than ever and your sweet moves were the key to uniting the nation. You put on your sunglasses, waved at your adoring fans, and knew that life was good. Who said disco was dead? Disco Gods get fifty percent more happiness per year.

General: You were a lesser general in the army. As the governments of the world began to collapse and the chain of command broke, you ordered your men to stand their ground and you managed to prevent your assigned station from falling into anarchy. Given the circumstances and unable to contact your superiors, you declared martial law, and soon had the entire region under your command. However, on a particularly busy day as you were preparing to inspect the readiness of some volunteers, one of your officers barged in and demanded that you follow him – the leader of your nation was still alive and had contacted your brigade on a secure line. The two of you exchanged words and you were authorized to use whatever force necessary to restore the nation. You told your men what your new assignment was, but unexpectedly, a private blurted out that you should be the leader of the nation once it is restored. Nobody disagreed, but what should you do? Is it honor you seek? Or power? Generals can train their armies up to one-hundred percent combat readiness and their training is twice as effective.

Inmate: You were the Emperor of France. As the governments of the world began to collapse, you laughed at the British dogs who had kept you imprisoned for so many years. They had tried to break your spirit, to force you to swallow mind-control tablets and attend meetings where Elvis Pressley and an African American John F. Kennedy talked about a murderous mummy, but you remained strong. And now, as the so called orderlies ran around in a panicked stupor, you knew that your time had come again. You tore free from your restraints and recited the speech that you gave to your men just before Waterloo, and from that moment on, nobody doubted your story and the entire region soon fell under your command. Inmate’s “have the support of the French government”.

Mafioso: You were a made man in one of the families. As the governments of the world began to collapsed, the don looked you squarely in the eyes and then had his right-hand man punch you in the face. You never quite understood why he did this, but perhaps it was symbolic of what the nation was going through, as even after getting punched in the face, you have to get back up on your feet and go about doing your business. Or perhaps he just felt like punching you in the face. Either way, what the don says, goes, and he believes this is a perfect time for expansion. He sent you and the boys to a region where he has a lot of influence and he expects your operation to go smoothly. And you don’t want to disappoint the don. Mafiosi have automatic access to the black market and receive a thirty percent discount.

Meteorologist: You were one of the nation’s top meteorologists. As the governments of the world began to collapse, your five-day forecast included a ninety-seven percent chance of pain. You then threw the anchorperson out of the window for all of the years in which they mocked you, made sweet love to their spouse, and set out on a mission to take revenge on all of the people who wronged you over the years. It wasn’t long until you racked up a body count that would make most hardcore killers blush, and after putting a bullet in the last O’Doyle, who did not in fact rule, you decided that it was a good time for a break. Everybody in the region was either happy that the scum of the earth had been removed or afraid that they would be next, so you were made their leader. Meteorologists are immune from negative weather events.

Patriot: You were an extremely popular television host. As the governments of the world began to collapse, you continued to broadcast your evening television program. You had been telling your millions of viewers that the nation was going to fall for years, and fortunately, they all listened to you when you advised them to invest in gold, guns and emergency seed banks. Realizing that it must have been divine providence for you to have actually been right, you quoted your nation’s founding fathers, grabbed your automatic rifle – one locally produced, of course – and instructed your followers to gather at a nearby memorial. You would restore your nation’s honor or die trying. Patriots can claim new regions in their starting nation at half cost..

Politician: You were the mayor of a moderate sized town. As the governments of the world began to collapse, you asked what this crisis would do to your poll numbers. You then cried. However, realizing that you could use this crisis to emerge as a hero, you summoned your army of bureaucrats to bureaucratize like they’ve never bureaucratized before. You assumed direct control of all public offices and authorized the police department, the fire department, and the sanitation department to use lethal force. It wasn’t long until you were in charge of the region, but like any good politician, you’ve always had higher aspirations. Politicians get fifty percent more resources per year.

Priest: You were a priest of one of your nation’s many faiths. As the governments of the world began to collapse, many turned to God in hopes of finding salvation before the end and your congregation soon grew to encompass the entire region. As you stood at the pulpit, you could see the fear in the eyes of the devout and realized that this must be a test. When humanity is pushed to the breaking point, it is only then that one’s character can truly be defined, but when tempted by sin, can you yourself walk the highroad? Priests experience twice as large morality shifts and their morality is twice as effective.

Psychologist: You were one of the nation’s top psychologists. As the governments of the world began to collapse, you kept mostly to yourself and simply observed the people in your region. As time progressed, you began to understand, perhaps more than anybody in the world, the human condition. You were already capable of getting through to even the most hardened individuals, but with your newfound perspective, you could convince just about anybody to trust in what you have to say. Psychologists are naturally more persuasive and receive an automatic bonus when dealing with NPCs.

Reality Show Contestant: You were a contestant on a popular reality show. As the governments of the world began to collapse, you remained convinced that it was all an elaborate ruse that was designed to make the next challenge more interesting. Sure, the host had just flipped you off and jumped in a helicopter, leaving you and the other contestants to fend for yourself, but you won immunity in the last challenge and have nothing to worry about. As the days pass, the other contestants notice you dutifully going about your business, gathering supplies and building your camp, and while they still insist that the show ended, you know that they can’t touch you due to your immunity and you agree to form an alliance with them. Before long, the entire region is following your example. Reality Show Contestants have immunity that prevents their governance from being interfered with by other nations.

Secret Agent: You were a secret agent for a foreign nation. As the governments of the world began to collapse, you smiled. You did your job well. The director back home might have actually been happy for once. You got in your private jet and were ready to take off when you received an urgent call from one of your compatriots. The plan had been compromised at the last minute and the leader of the nation managed to slip into a secure location. Your compatriot attempted to tell you where he was hiding, but the last thing you heard before the conversation ended was gunfire. You sighed, pulled out a cigarette and lamented the situation. If you want a job done right, you have to do it yourself. Fortunately, you’ve done a lot of favors for people in the region and have a base of operations to begin your manhunt. Secret Agents can give false orders once every decade and force a foreign nation to perform an action against its will.

Survivalist: You were a fan of an extremely popular television host. As the governments of the world began to collapse, you were unable to join the massive rally to restore the nation’s honor. Fortunately, you were told that the nation would be coming to an end for years, so you have a lot of gold, guns and emergency seed banks at your disposal. You also went a step further and have built fortifications all throughout your property. Your neighbors always mocked you, but like any good citizen, you agreed to be their de facto leader and protect them. It wasn’t long until the entire region came to you in hopes of learning your survival techniques. Survivalists lose fifty percent less land during warfare, seventy-five percent less land when the enemy is within two-hundred pixels of their capital.

Theoretical Physicist: You were a graduate of MIT with a PhD in theoretical physics. As the governments of the world began to collapse, the government-owned research facility at which you were employed was shut down. The timing couldn’t have been any worse, as you and your colleagues were close to discovering a reliable and safe means of teleportation, and sample GG-3883 was the most promising yet. After some discussions with your fellows, you decided to return home to your starting region in order to start the experiments anew, and as word began to spread that you were close to succeeding, the entire region gave you their full support. You knew that you needed a hefty amount of resources to actually make any breakthroughs, and while you were always more of a silent type, you had to take a stand in order to prevent your research from falling into the wrong hands. Now if only you had a crowbar… Theoretical Physicists have exclusive access to advanced technologies.

Time Traveler: You were from the future. As the governments of the world began to collapse, a group of scientists set out to discover a reliable and safe means of teleportation. Their discoveries would lead to the creation of a device capable of manipulating the space-time continuum, but before they could perfect it, the world itself was all but destroyed. Realizing that their research facility wouldn’t last much longer, you volunteered to take a one-way trip back in time, to before it all began, in hopes of preventing it from happening in the first place. Unfortunately, while you managed to warn the leaders of the world in time for them to get to a secure location, you were unable to prevent the collapse from taking place. You may have changed history, but things still seem to be unfolding as they did the first time. Using this to your advantage, you managed to convince the region that their best chance at survival was following you, as with intricate knowledge of the future, you are better prepared to deal with what is to come than anybody else. Time Travelers will know of major events before they happen.
Also, there are three types of investments this time. Normal investments that can be purchased by everyone, black market investments that can only be purchased by select clientele, and advanced technologies that can only be purchased by theoretical physicists.

Normal Investments

Conscription forces the citizens into government services, allowing you to convert happiness into resources, but war readiness will be lowered by the influx of untrained recruits and dissent will increase unless the reason convinces them.

Incentivized Defection allows you to spend any amount of resources you wish in hopes of convincing the people of another nation to join you instead. Its success rate depends on the amount of resources spent, and the happiness and morality of the target nation.

Public Works Projects increases happiness by ten percent by improving their standard of living. 5 RES

Espionage Programs send spies into a nation of your choice, allowing you to be informed of any decisions that they make in private. Spies have a high chance of being caught during the first four years, but if they last beyond that, they will be fully integrated and can’t be removed. 10 RES

Fortified Bunkers help protect your government from ICBMs, making them less effective and your investments will only have a fifty percent chance of being destroyed if struck, but MOABs, FOABs and Ion Cannons are still fully effective. 10 RES

Rader Stations allow you to be informed of incoming aerial attacks even if they were made in private and increase the capability of SAM Stations. 10 RES

SAM Stations allow you to have a twenty percent chance of shooting down incoming missiles, or a sixty percent chance if you also have a Radar Station. 15 RES

ICBMs allow you to destroy another nation’s investment and lower their happiness. It also lowers their rolls during warfare. 15 RES

Tesla Coils are defensive encampments modeled after the work of Nikola Tesla. Electricity is fed into them and then amplified, shooting out into arcs that electrocute any infantry and overload any military vehicle, thus preventing them from advancing within two-hundred pixels of the capital. They are incapable of stopping aircraft and must rely on other investments for protection from above. 20 RES

Naval Bases allow your nation to expand to or declare war on any nation with a costal border, but when using it to launch an invasion, you can't land too close to their capital. If the enemy has a naval base as well, you can't launch a naval invasion against them, but if they do not have a naval base, you will get +3 to your roll. It can only be used against one nation at a time. 20 RES

MOABs are conventional bombs commonly referred to as the “mother of all bombs”. While not as powerful as their black market counterparts, they are capable of destroying another nation’s investment and significantly reducing both their resources and their happiness. It also lowers their rolls during warfare. 50 RES
Black Market

Backdoor Diplomacy allows you to form an illegal alliance with a foreign power, but since North America is sealed off from the rest of the world, discretion is advised. Through a backdoor alliance, you can make requests or seek assistance, depending on your background, but they will typically ask for something in return. 10 RES

Black Ops employs the services of highly trained mercenaries provided to you by the black market. They can be sent into an enemy nation to assassinate officials and cause general disruption, lowering their resource and happiness gains, and occasionally stealing existing resources and sending them back to the holder of the contract. They will continue doing so for fifteen years or until they are dead. 20 RES

Chemical Missiles are typical ICBMs except for their unique payload, which deploys a highly toxic gas cloud capable of inflicting tremendous damage. When launched, it severely lowers an enemy nation’s happiness and cuts their resource production in half for the next two years, and the initial detonation is large enough to destroy an investment as well. It also lowers their rolls during warfare. 30 RES

FOABs are thermobaric bombs commonly referred to as the “father of all bombs” and are the most powerful non-nuclear bomb in the world. When launched, it can destroy another nation’s investment and significantly reduce both their resources and their happiness. It also lowers their rolls during warfare. 50 RES
Advanced Technologies

Firestorm Barriers are a defense system based on a network of wall sections that are connected to a state-of-the-art energy generator. The panels discharge a continuous, impassable energy field high above them, instantly destroying anything that attempts to pass over or through them. It can be used to automatically block enemy missiles, but it must be activated beforehand and doing so costs two resources per activation. 10 RES

Drop Pods are a method of inserting infantry from orbit hat allows troops to be deployed globally. They can be used to launch invasions at any point in the world, but war readiness needs to be over seventy percent and you can't land too close to their capital. They can only be used against one nation at a time. 20 RES

Prototype Teleportation Devices are capable of moderate range teleportation, albeit fatal to living organisms. It can still be used to transport goods and supplies across your nation in an instant, granting you an automatic fifty percent more resources per year and +2 to all warfare rolls. 30 RES

Ion Cannons are a satellite-based particle beam weapon system capable of obliterating any location on the world with a precise, calculated strike of unforgivable destructive power. They can be used once every five years to destroy another nation’s investment, or to simply wreck havoc in their nation to severely lower resources and happiness. It also lowers their rolls during warfare. 50 RES
Ultra Advanced Technologies
Clone Armies use the DNA of just one strong warrior to clone entire armies, now 100% loyal and mindless! WAR will increase by 3% every turn with no restraint. However, some will complain this method of warfare is unethical, and MOR will decrease as a result of using this - sometimes, even HAP will lower. 15 RES

Ion Bombs possess the power and devastation of an Ion Cannon, wrapping in a package which gives way upon impact. Though it can be shot down by SAM Stations, it can bypass Ion Shields. 30 RES

Teleportation Nullifiers will sense rifts in space and close them, preventing armies from teleporting into the country. 40 RES

Ion Shields are a forcefield-like system which will surround all of your earthbound land and negate the energies of Ion Cannons, rendering them useless. 50 RES

Stabilizing Signal Transmitters (SSTs) will send an unavoidable signal through the air to stabilize any unstable device, thus eliminating radioactivity and dampening explosive substances. In short, it will transform ANY missile fired at or bomb dropped on the possessing country, turning it into a dud. The only unaffected weapon is the Ion Cannon, for which an Ion Shield is recommended. 50 RES
War, for the most part, is the same. The biggest change is that resources no longer directly add to your strength, but resources can be spent to increase war readiness, which is the biggest modifier in war now. At the start of the game, your rolls are automatically cut in half, so you should probably spend a few resources here and there in order to get your war readiness up. Both happiness and morality can also modify the rolls, but those are special bonuses and will be outlined once triggered in-game.

+10 – Declared Private War (First Round Only)
+2 – Connection To Your Capital
+2X – For Each Flank On Your Opponent
+1X – For Each Ally Directly Engaged With The Enemy
-5 – Capital Movement

With that, I’d say we’re ready to get this experiment rolling. Please post the following information

Nation’s Name
Leader’s Name
Economy Type
Government Type
Background
Starting Region
Capital Location
Color On Map

The Huntsman

09-24-2010, 05:18 PM

Okay. Now, to get your feet wet, you can go through the old thread and take down everybody's actions for the last turn. If they claimed a country, subtract two resources from their total and give them that country on the map. If they spent resources to buy something, subtract the cost from their totals and add it to their bonus list. If they spent resources to make their own action, decide whether or not you can come up with a worthy event, and if you can, subtract that from their totals as well and create an event for the next update.

Then, once you're done with that, give everybody their resource and happiness gains; I included them right next to their totals to make it easier.

The Enclave claimed Chile; I just didn't post it because I was the host.

jacob2037

09-24-2010, 05:21 PM

Mr. Evil Hugh Bliss, perhaps you could still control World Trade Organization and help Pharaoh with his oil drilling?

SpideyFan914

09-24-2010, 05:23 PM

Mr. Evil Hugh Bliss, perhaps you could still control World Trade Organization and help Pharaoh with his oil drilling?

I would be fine with this. ;) The WTO is my biggest fear at my moment, lol....

Also, if anyone else wants to make an action, please post it in the ORIGINAL thread on this turn. Makes things easier for me.

The Huntsman

09-24-2010, 05:25 PM

Mr. Evil Hugh Bliss, perhaps you could still control World Trade Organization and help Pharaoh with his oil drilling?Spideyfan should still be able to do that. I've been using Wikipedia's oil reserves page (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oil_reserves) Essentially, anything between 20 and 80 is +2 per round resources. 80 to 120 is +3 per round resources. 120 to 160 is +4 per round resources. 160 to 200 is +5 per round resources. 200 to 240 is +6 per round resources. 240 to 280 is +7 per round resources. That is, if The WTO is allowed to drill.

SpideyFan914

09-24-2010, 05:42 PM

Oh! So that's why the bonus was so big!

Oh, and also, I think you mentioned this a while back, but I'm not sure.... that general the Russians gave Holly gave me "Military Experience" - you said that it means my War Readiness will increase faster, right?

The Huntsman

09-24-2010, 05:43 PM

Oh, and also, I think you mentioned this a while back, but I'm not sure.... that general the Russians gave Holly gave me "Military Experience" - you said that it means my War Readiness will increase faster, right?Normally, one resource equals a one percent increase in war readiness. However, having the "military experience" bonus doubles that, so one resource equals a two percent increase in war readiness.

SpideyFan914

09-24-2010, 05:55 PM

Nice! :D

SpideyFan914

09-24-2010, 07:21 PM

Okay, so if anyone can find me a smaller map, I will be very happy. This one is really big and slows down my computer.
I apologize in advance for the slightly different colors - I'm using a Paint alternative, and that's probably why it's like that.

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img836.imageshack.us/img836/6168/rtwvii2030.png)

Bostonia has begun to move in on Valhalla, as the western nations continue to colonize the east.

MAJOR EVENTS

Bostonia has granted Ireland their independence. Former General Thomas Duberman has taken charge, declaring Ireland a Capitalistic Monarchy, just like Bostonia.

MINOR EVENTS

In Beast Coast, the people are quite happy with the education budget, and HAP has increased by 10. In time, this may show even further effects.

Also, the renovations to the Pentagon have given new life to the nation's military, and War Readiness has increased by 10.

In Holly, the WTO has asked to explore the ancient ruins in Greece for the greater knowledge of mankind. Pit Allen has refused.

In Valley of Zombies, there has been a breakthrough in teleportation technology - scientists believe they have discovered human teleportation. However, without enough Resources to keep going, they were unable to complete their research. Mr. Drake may choose to continue funding if he wishes.

Furthermore, the bullet trains have helped to improve daily life, and so HAP has increased by 5%.

Jmill

09-24-2010, 07:44 PM

I claim Indonesia.

The Huntsman

09-24-2010, 07:51 PM

I claim Peru.

jacob2037

09-24-2010, 08:03 PM

Pharaoh now claims Kuwait.

If Pharaoh is correct... he will have three more resources per round now?

chdr

09-24-2010, 08:22 PM

I'll take Spain.

VP VP

09-24-2010, 08:25 PM

Tell my scientists, "Let them eat cake!!!!!!!" Oh crud, I mean "Let research continue!!!!!!" (I'll contribute 5 more resources into the research of my teleportation devices.)

jph139

09-24-2010, 08:44 PM

Things are goin' good in Valhalla, eh?

Hopefully you learn your lesson, Princess.

Oh, and by the way, since you're not a mod, your thread title won't update when you update the first post; if you don't mind, I'll do that for you.

Radical Raven

09-24-2010, 09:38 PM

Fine job so far, Spideyfan. :) HOWEVER! If my math is right (note: It is probably not), I should be getting nine RES per round, because of the politician bonus.

I claim LIBYA.

SpideyFan914

09-24-2010, 10:10 PM

Pharaoh now claims Kuwait.

If Pharaoh is correct... he will have three more resources per round now?
Yup, that would be correct, though I'm telling you now that I'll have to put a cap on how many RES you can get from drilling.... Let's say, 12? I think that's fair.

Oh, and by the way, since you're not a mod, your thread title won't update when you update the first post; if you don't mind, I'll do that for you.
Oooooh! Gotcha!
Yes, please do - we're now on 2030, as you know.

Fine job so far, Spideyfan. :) HOWEVER! If my math is right (note: It is probably not), I should be getting nine RES per round, because of the politician bonus.

YES! actually.... My bad. I'll fix.

SpideyFan914

09-24-2010, 10:18 PM

Also, since I'm the mod now, I can feel free to continue using Allen's small font. ;)

Holly claims Turkey on this turn.

The WTO may do what they please, but no one goes in or out of Holly. No one.

Furthermore, I screwed up already - it only costs TWO RES to claim a nation.... Heheh - I took 5 from all the claimers.... I'll fix that.

Superpan

09-25-2010, 09:20 AM

People of America and Britain,

While I did not plan to expand farther into Europe than Great Britain, I have had a revelation: That is, it is our duty to bring joy and democracy to as much of the Peterson homelands as we can, especially since it seems no one wants to do it themselves!

I CLAIM NORWAY!!

I ALSO INVEST TWO RESOURCES INTO REBUILDING DISNEYLAND AND DISNEYWORLD (THAT SHOULD INCREASE HAPPINESS A BIT, SHOULDN'T IT)!

Radical Raven

09-25-2010, 09:27 AM

Superpan

09-25-2010, 09:33 AM

Why are there mutants in my national shrine?

Radical Raven

09-25-2010, 10:15 AM

Why are there mutants in my national shrine?

The Apocalyspe! There have to be mutants somewhere. Here's some pictures the bravest of Locke's men managed to catch of the monsters before getting killed. (http://allears.net/tp/fur.htm)

The Cartoon

09-25-2010, 10:38 AM

I ALSO INVEST TWO RESOURCES INTO REBUILDING DISNEYLAND AND DISNEYWORLD (THAT SHOULD INCREASE HAPPINESS A BIT, SHOULDN'T IT)!
I am eternally grateful! You have just done a great service to the world sir!

Superpan

09-25-2010, 10:41 AM

Why, Mr. Astra, I am glad to see you have returned!

We must discuss how exactly we will be ruling this country. While I do not mind you remaining governor, I am wondering if it may be more efficent if say, I presided over the North American land, and you presided over the European land? Does that sound fair?

Also, I have found pictures of these "zombies" and feel that they are no threat to US security, but were instead normal citizens driven to madness by the reign of Locke over them. It seems he inspired much violence amongst his people.

The Cartoon

09-25-2010, 10:54 AM

Sounds quite fair to me. And about the zombies, that kind of thing happening is terrible. I say we try to help them return to their normal human state.

Radical Raven

09-25-2010, 12:10 PM

Locke: You poor fools. LOOK AT THIS!

http://allears.net/tp/fur2.jpg

THERE IS NO REASONING WITH A THING LIKE THAT!

*goes back to being dead*

Superpan

09-25-2010, 12:59 PM

Should we..should we tell them...that they're actually people in...

Let them keep their childhoods intact. Yes, I agree. Starting next year, we shall help these "zombies" be helped back into society. All donations are welcome, to the psychological help, plus the two resources I have donated to the parks to help rebuild, noth phyiscally and emotionally.

Time for another announcement!

I HEREBY APPOINT MR. EBENEZER ASTRA AS GOVERNOR OF THE UNITED STATES OF EUROPE (IF HE WISHES TO RENAME THIS PART OF OUR COUNTRY TO "THE DISTRICT OF ANIMATION", HE IS FREE TO DO SO!)!

Thus, may the color of Kansas be returned to Blue and and may the lands of Great Britain and Norway be turned to the color of light green!

jacob2037

09-25-2010, 01:11 PM

Hobbes! Why did you not show up to our Gladiator duel last night? YOU PANSY!

SpideyFan914

09-25-2010, 04:03 PM

I HEREBY APPOINT MR. EBENEZER ASTRA AS GOVERNOR OF THE UNITED STATES OF EUROPE (IF HE WISHES TO RENAME THIS PART OF OUR COUNTRY TO "THE DISTRICT OF ANIMATION", HE IS FREE TO DO SO!)!

Thus, may the color of Kansas be returned to Blue and and may the lands of Great Britain and Norway be turned to the color of light green!

The Cartoon has to choose a new capitol then.

Freedom Fighter

09-25-2010, 04:23 PM

I'm spending 7 RES to increase war readiness, and that's all for now.

chdr

09-25-2010, 05:34 PM

I'll be spending 31 res on war readiness.

Superpan

09-25-2010, 05:37 PM

The Cartoon has to choose a new capitol then.

May I suggest London, which has a statue of Peter Pan? Or Kirremuir, the birth and burial place of J. M. Barrie, the creator of Peter Pan? Or Oslo, the hometown of the Peterson family? Or easy to defend North Norway?

Your call, Astra.

P.S. Just for clarification, the European territories are still under my control. Cartoon is just being governor unless he runs for president. Regardless, consider the USA and the USE the same country, just The Cartoon is being more hands on in European affairs, so I can concentrate on North American affairs and so America doesn't have two colors on the overcrowded North American continent.

The Cartoon

09-25-2010, 05:38 PM

JAG

09-25-2010, 05:42 PM

The Northern Republic is setting up a colony in Spain, this year.

We will invest six resources into restoring the solar and wind power plants, in order to increase our resource output.

SpideyFan914

09-25-2010, 05:57 PM

I'll be spending 31 res on war readiness.

You can only have up to 80% WAR unless you have the military experience bonus. Therefore, you can only spend 11.

Also, interestingly, your capital seems to have disappeared. It was DC, right?

SpideyFan914

09-25-2010, 07:24 PM

Well, I hope nobody minds, but I've gotten a new map. This one's just easier for me to work with - please make sure you've got all your regions, though! I think I got it all right....

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img38.imageshack.us/img38/8274/rtwvii2031.png)

Bostonia has not only launched its Ion Cannon at Valhalla, but it has also invaded Greenland through use of Drop Pods. Miss Smith is urged to take drastic action.

MINOR EVENTS

The Northern Republic has made headway in alternate energy forms, thus giving it a permanent +1 to per round RES.

In The United States of America, though a few lives were lost in the renovation process, Disney fanatics all over the country were quite happy with the attraction. The zombies are now in facilities in which they are being treated to hopefully someday rejoin society - only one has escaped, and Florida police request that you contact them immediately on first sight of this creature (http://0.tqn.com/d/goflorida/1/0/N/G/wdw-mk-mickey.jpg).

In The Valley of Zombies, researchers believe they have arrived at a breakthrough, and wish to begin experimentation, starting on animals and gradually working their way up. While the move may be controversial, the potential outcome could prove worth it. Scientists ask for 20 RES to follow through with these experiments.

On a related note, a man named Fred Maximum has arrived in Mr. Drake's country. He says he's from the WTO, and would like to offer a grant of 15 RES to the project, meaning Drake would only have to pay 5. In exchange, however, he wishes to supervise the project, meaning that should the technology be discovered, it will have to be shared.

Superpan

09-25-2010, 07:33 PM

Jmill

09-25-2010, 07:33 PM

The Huntsman

09-25-2010, 07:44 PM

The Enclave claims Bolivia.

Radical Raven

09-25-2010, 07:45 PM

Mr. Drake, do not trust this man. He's probably from the Fortress of Solitude. I will trump his offer. I'll pay for the whole thing, but in exchange, I can buy your advanced technology as much as I want until 2040.

Do we have a deal?

Also, I claim Papua New Guinea.

My my, why would you say that, Mr. Adams? Just because his name starts with "M"? What a sad world you all live in. :(

I claim Sudan.

SpideyFan914

09-25-2010, 07:56 PM

I put one resource to the capture of Mickey Mouse (bring him in alive!) and another to the mental rehabilitation of him and his fellow "zombies".

I will also put 3 resources to follow the North Republic's lead in using solar and other forms of energy.
The Northern Republic spent 3 RES. I can't guarantee you'll get the same effect paying less.

Mr. Drake, do not trust this man. He's probably from the Fortress of Solitude. I will trump his offer. I'll pay for the whole thing, but in exchange, I can buy your advanced technology as much as I want until 2040.

Do we have a deal?

Fred Maximum: I am insulted that you would say such things about me. The human teleportation technology is a brilliant innovation. Naturally, we of the WTO have an express interest in it. If you do not believe me, why don't you contact the organization and ask them yourself?

Jmill

09-25-2010, 08:07 PM

Fred Maximum: If you do not believe me, why don't you contact the organization and ask them yourself?

Alright then. WTO, do you know who Mr. Maximum is? If so, I will give you five resources for all of the information you have on him. Please send it to me in private.

Freedom Fighter

09-25-2010, 08:09 PM

LOL at Mickey being a zombie.

Oh, and man, my luck in this game sucks. Oh, and Johnny's got, like, every dang weapon in the game. Which I knew firsthand getting into this war, but still... :sweat:

And now, I'm confused on my RES number. Went from 10 (when I thought it was 8) to 13 to 0 in the past 24 hours or so. Don't even know what it's supposed to be right now.

Need to find someone to give the Golden Coin of Whatever to. Forgot to do it last year. That, and we had to make a new one after we couldn't find the original at the late Mr. Locke's estate...

And I just noticed... pink? WHY THE HECK IS A MAFIOSO'S COUNTRY COLOR PINK? DID O'SULLIVAN'S MOM DESIGN THE FLAG?

chdr

09-25-2010, 08:15 PM

SpideyFan914

09-25-2010, 08:16 PM

Alright then. WTO, do you know who Mr. Maximum is? If so, I will give you five resources for all of the information you have on him. Please send it to me in private.
The Board: While the name does not exist in our database, it is possible he is merely a scientist we have hired. Unfortunately, the chain of command is rather long and complex, and we cannot confirm anything more. However, we do know we sent someone to the Valley of Zombies, with Mr. Maximum's goal in mind.

LOL at Mickey being a zombie.

Oh, and man, my luck in this game sucks. Oh, and Johnny's got, like, every dang weapon in the game. Which I knew firsthand getting into this war, but still... :sweat:

And now, I'm confused on my RES number. Went from 10 (when I thought it was 8) to 13 to 0 in the past 24 hours or so. Don't even know what it's supposed to be right now.

You were hit with an ion cannon. You only had 11 RES left at that point, so it just wiped them all out.

As for the change from 10 to 13, it was a mistake - you were supposed to have 13, but I subtracted 5 instead of 2 for the purchase of whichever country it was you had claimed that turn. I explained that earlier.

jph139

09-25-2010, 08:19 PM

(Also, when did O'Sullivan get a drop pod? I was under the assumption that you needed to buy one to use it. But then again, he seems to get all the free rides...)

I bought 'em - they're only 20 RES, after all.

So, Princess - how you feeling now, eh? A bit humbled? A bit scared? Good. You damn well better be scared. If you're not peeing the bed by next year I've done something wrong.

Oh, and we're Cranberry. Like the best damn fruit in the world? Yeah.

SpideyFan914

09-25-2010, 08:21 PM

Not sure if that is a coloring error, but I claimed Spain last round. I'd like my capital moved to Richmond, VA. I'm taking Morocco. I'll also buy a fortified bunker and a Tesla coil.

(Also, when did O'Sullivan get a drop pod? I was under the assumption that you needed to buy one to use it. But then again, he seems to get all the free rides...)

I'll be spending 31 res on war readiness.
He bought the Drop Pod and used it on the same turn. You'll notice his RES are quite depleted at the moment....

And as for Spain, I didn't see that, and JAG claimed it later that same round. I'll fix it with the next update.

And JAG - you can take the 2 RES back, or you can choose something else in place of Spain.

JAG

09-25-2010, 08:24 PM

I'll just keep the resources. Sorry, chdr. I missed your post.

Freedom Fighter

09-25-2010, 08:24 PM

You were hit with an ion cannon. You only had 11 RES left at that point, so it just wiped them all out.

As for the change from 10 to 13, it was a mistake - you were supposed to have 13, but I subtracted 5 instead of 2 for the purchase of whichever country it was you had claimed that turn. I explained that earlier.I pretend not to understand any investment I have no chance of getting. Okay, not necessarily pretend... just plead negligence.

The only good things that came out of that sequence... the Ion Cannon can't be used again for a few years, and I didn't lost any of my investments.

Bad news? Second time I've declared war in this game, and I'm again possibly one turn away from getting creamed. Again, my luck has been horrible.

So, Princess - how you feeling now, eh? A bit humbled? A bit scared? Good. You damn well better be scared. If you're not peeing the bed by next year I've done something wrong.

Oh, and we're Cranberry. Like the best damn fruit in the world? Yeah.The worst thing of it all? My fiancé is threatening to leave me! He says he doesn't want to marry a dead woman!

And I don't care what fruit your color is. Go read #2 on my irk list, simpleton!

JAG

09-25-2010, 08:28 PM

I am purchasing an ICBM this year. I don't have any immediate plans to use it, in case anyone gets the wrong idea, but I've always believed that 'it is better to have and not need than to need and not have.'

VP VP

09-25-2010, 09:21 PM

When it comes time, next year, I will spend 20 resources to fund the teleportaion research myself. The WTO shouldn't concern themselves with me for a very long time. Remember, I declared isolation, so I'm trying to limit contact with the outside world for a bit. My subjects may come and go as they please, I'm just trying to get society to normal. (Or as normal as it can get...... to my standards......)

jacob2037

09-25-2010, 09:52 PM

Pharaoh claims Israel.

SpideyFan914

09-25-2010, 09:56 PM

Holly shall claim Hungary on this turn.

JAG

09-25-2010, 09:56 PM

You know what? I don't care what the WTO analysts predict. I'm going to use five resources to set up whale watching tours off the Alaskan and British Columbian coasts. Hopefully, I'll get some resources out of it. If not, the whale-conservation side of the project will at least be good for my Morality.

The Cartoon

09-25-2010, 10:01 PM

I will also put 3 resources to follow the North Republic's lead in using solar and other forms of energy.
I second that, and claim Sweden.

EDIT: Actually, let's just make it one resource.

Rattlehead

09-26-2010, 12:04 AM

This year, I will buy a Naval Base, and use it to claim Mauritania.

Once there, I will use seven resources to start an iron ore mine, and six resources for a gold mine. This should boost my economy, and the new job opportunities for the locals should increase my morality.

SpideyFan914

09-26-2010, 12:30 PM

Oh yeah, so just so everyone knows ahead of time, I'm expecting to be late tonight, so don't be freaking out at all like, "IT'S TEN O'CLOCK!!!! WHERE'S SPIDEYFAN??? HE'S NEVER BEEN LATE ON AN UPDATE!!!!!! NEVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!" Okay? Okay.
Also, I'm tired and talking crazy at the moment.

Superpan

09-26-2010, 03:38 PM

So, I was watching an SNL from 2010 and...I have gazed upon the face of Pharaoh.

BEHOLD...

JAY PHARAOH!

I....I couldn't really find a picture of him. They were all destroyed in the fall and he has to be...well, 42, but he was last seen in California and we're still looking for survivors of that regime. Carry on.

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 12:00 AM

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img8.imageshack.us/img8/894/rtwvii2032.png)

This has not been a good year for Bostonia. They've given up some of their land in Greenland to the Golden Country in search of an ally, though the Golden Country did not declare war. Furthermore, the United States have launched an invasion on Bostonia, using their Naval Base to make significant progress. And on top of all this, Valhalla too has pushed back.

MINOR EVENTS

In The Northern Republic, the whale-watching tours have attracted tourists, but not enough to have any significant impact on RES. The initial rush, however, paid back for half of the expenses.

In Brightville, the rich natural resources of Mauritania have been exploited to gain a permanent +3 RES per turn. However, miners are complaining about hazardous conditions in the mines. If action is not taken, HAP will severely decrease, and the miners may strike. Alternatively, the mines could be close, but the benefits would thus be eliminated.

Search efforts in The United States of America have remained futile. Only one search party managed to find the missing zombie, and they were unable to capture them. Reportedly, he had this to say: "My name is not Micky! It's Ricky! Ricky Mauze!" On that note, Ricky Mauze devoured one of the people and ran off into the hills cursing the name of Troy Peterson.

Rehabiliation efforts for other zombies have made progress.

Furthermore, changes to alternate forms of energy in The United States of America and The District of Animation have proven unsuccessful. It has been blamed on lack of sufficient funding.

Valhalla has been contacted by Thomas Duberman, warning them to back out of Bostonia and surrender Ontario. It seems that Ireland is grateful to O'Sullivan's offer of independence and wishes to help.

In The Valley of Zombies, this past year without research has severely cut back on progress in teleportation technology. If Mr. Drake wishes to continue, he will have to offer a grant of 30 RES. Alternatively, he could spend half of it this year and the other half next year, but progress will be slower and scientists are getting impatient. Mr. Maximum would like Drake to know that his offer still stands, and he is now willing to pay a total of 25 RES toward the project with the same circumstances.

JAG

09-27-2010, 12:34 AM

In the interest of providing my nation with the best-possible security, I have decided to improve my military's training programs. I'll be using ten resources to hire the best people in the business. Mercs, specialists from other militaries, and so on. I'll get input from international troops who know firsthand what it's like on today's front lines, and use their knowledge to give my troops the most in-depth, realistic training they can get. I think we can all expect the next few decades to be...turbulent, and I want The Northern Republic to be ready for anything.

Specifically, I'm hoping to get the Military Experience bonus out of this.

I will also purchase another ICBM.

jacob2037

09-27-2010, 12:35 AM

Pharaoh claims Egypt and moves his capitol to Cairo. We are too close to this evil Johnathan Hobbes fellow.

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 12:53 AM

jph139

09-27-2010, 12:56 AM

And here I thought the United States was sharper than that. Oh well, guess I'll have to grind you to dust, too.

Also, freakin' bird brains, am I right?

JAG

09-27-2010, 09:27 AM

I think that's a bit too vague to get the Military Experience bonus.... The countries that do have it have some sort of general or what-not. I suppose it's possible that a country would help you, but they'd need to agree to it first.

Ah. Okay, I'll just keep the resources for now.

The Cartoon

09-27-2010, 10:15 AM

I claim Finland this round.

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 12:54 PM

Pardon me, Master of the Universe, but you've forgotten to give me Hungary.

Uh, whoops....

Don't let it happen again. Also, Holly claims Slovenia this year.

Radical Raven

09-27-2010, 01:06 PM

Pardon me, friend Sullivan, but declaring war privately is most unsporting, so I waited. I Declare war on Valhalla! Also, I set up a system through which Bostonia gets three of my nine RES each turn until I say otherwise.

Freedom Fighter

09-27-2010, 01:31 PM

Just making sure... it is 2032, right?

What's up with all the people who want my land? Don't you know that Greenland is made of white ice, Mr. Hobbes? And painting the ice gold is NOT a good idea! Why don't you and Mr. O'Sullivan fight over Portugal, for crying out loud! Or the Middle East. I'm pretty sure Pharaoh would love to have someone to kill in the desert.

And Ontario? I don't own the part of the land where that half of the detonation switch for the Experimental Bomb lies! Go bother Dictator Adams, because I'm getting tired of people trying to kill MY people just to get to it! I see no one is bothering to just kindly ask for permission to pass through my land without causing strife. I'm the only person who fights vehemently to keep my people from dying unnecessarily in useless conflicts, huh?

In better news... I would like to announce that I am proud to now be Mrs. Sabrina Leopardi! Leonardo and I just got married in a very private ceremony earlier this week! We feel that there was no better way to ensure my people, both in North America and in our new land holdings in Europe, that I continue to fight for your happiness. I would've invited more prestigious guests, but you know... wartime security woes and all.

That being said, I wouldn't be against any world leader sending a belated wedding gift of any kind. *hint hint* ;)

To officially unite my subjects, my husband's first duty as a member of my court will be to spend 5 RES on a Public Works Project in his home country of Italy. We feel it's important to enhance the notoriety of Italian culture and maintain the country's most famous landmarks, like the Roman Coliseum, the gondola-filled city of Venice, and the tourist attraction located at the unfortunate city of Pompeii. Never forget 8.20.79, people! Never forget!

Also, because of war and the whole business of planning my wedding, I never got around to awarding the 2nd-ever Golden Coin of Whatever award two years ago. I am pleased to announce that it is being awarded to President Kochberg and his nation, Beast Coast! You'll love the perks that come with it. (A reminder brief will be sent your way shortly, in case you forgot what they are.) Thankfully there was one leader this past decade that acted sensibly.

As for the rest of you, thanks for your time and... curse you!

Radical Raven

09-27-2010, 03:12 PM

Oh, and I use the 21 RES I already have on War Readiness.That's important.

chdr

09-27-2010, 03:14 PM

Germany plz.

Jmill

09-27-2010, 03:54 PM

Did you take away twenty resources from my account from when I offered them to VP VP?

I claim Philippines. And as for Mrs. Leopard, I will be sending you information on your gift. Trust me... it's worth it.

VP VP

09-27-2010, 04:39 PM

Sure I'll pay 30 resources when I get them.

Superpan

09-27-2010, 05:35 PM

I put Two resources to the capture of Ricky Maus.

Anyway, welcome back, my Canadian bretheren! Also, to half the state of Maine and the rear end of New York, welcome back to democracy!

I have decided to set up a blockade alongside the east coast of Bostonia and alongside the Great Lakes. No resources or other objects will be allowed in or out of Bostonia until it has rejoined the United States.

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 09:49 PM

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img84.imageshack.us/img84/7972/rtwvii2033.png)

Bostonia has joined the Atlantic Alliance. As such, they have combined Resources with the Enclave to build another Ion Cannon. Though the USA activated their Firestorm Barriers, this still could not stop an ion blast (which is not a missile, for the record), and their Naval Base was destroyed. As such, the blockade has also been nulled, having only last half a year.

Following this, the Enclave launched a massive invasion on American soil. Overwhelmed by the Ion Cannon, shock, and sheer numbers, the United States has found themselves in dire peril. Luckily, though the Firestorm Barriers could not stop the Ion Cannon, it did save the country from defeat - for now, anyway.

As such, the Ontario War has been renamed World War IV.

MINOR EVENTS

Due to lack of action in Brightville, a Gold Mine has collapsed, killing several workers. Citizens are outraged, and miners are threatening to strike. Brightville has lost 10 HAP and 2 RES.

Search efforts for Ricky Mauze in The United States of America were deemed useless after the attack. Progress toward other zombies has also been fluctuating. Several Mauze sightings have been reported around the facilities of the other zombies, but nothing has been confirmed.

In The Valley of Zombies, scientists are growing infuriated by the lack of funding, and many are now saying that the teleportation technology will never be achieved. Lack of support for the project has risen the price of grant to 45 RES. Fred Maximum's offer still stands, though, as he now offers to put 40 RES toward the project. Alternatively, Mr. Drake could pay over 3-5 years, though the project will move much slower and may require additional funding, or he could abandon it altogether.

The Land of Lipschitz has declared neutrality in WWIV despite having previously shown friendship toward the USA. Lipschitz explains that being crammed between two competing superpowers, he is merely looking out for his country. However, should either country provoke him, he will not hesitate to attack.

In The Russian Federation, a man named Akbar Otohim has developed a cult-like following in Iran. He claims to be Allah's chosen prophet.

Ireland has requested 8 RES from Bostonia so that it can build a Naval Base and assist in the war against Valhalla. Gen. Duberman feels adamant about supporting the country which granted them independence, though a few of the citizens are less than satisfied by the endeavor.

VP VP

09-27-2010, 09:54 PM

I'll pay for it over time, so I'll put 15 resources in the research this year.

Radical Raven

09-27-2010, 09:57 PM

My, my, Miss Sabrina, you're winning! That wont do! Another six RES on War Readiness!

PS: Spideyfan, I should just have six RES - I gave three to Bostonia.

The Huntsman

09-27-2010, 10:00 PM

I think you may have made a mistake, as if that map is right, Superpan would be defeated. I think I got too much land on the west coast.

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 10:05 PM

PS: Spideyfan, I should just have six RES - I gave three to Bostonia.
Superpan's blockade worked for that one turn. Next turn, your Resources should go through without a problem.

I think you may have made a mistake, as if that map is right, Superpan would be defeated. I think I got too much land on the west coast.

His Firestorm Barriers protected him. He activated them through PM.

The Huntsman

09-27-2010, 10:08 PM

[i]His Firestorm Barriers protected him. He activated them through PM.I'm not sure what that has to do with anything. Firestorm Barriers only guarantee that missiles and bombs can't hit.

Radical Raven

09-27-2010, 10:08 PM

Oh. In that case I spend all 9 RES on War Readiness!

Also: They're not zombies, they're mutants. :p

Jmill

09-27-2010, 10:10 PM

Hey, Spideyfan: Last round I claimed Philippines, and I think I should have twenty more resources from two rounds ago, when I offered to fund the teleportation device project.

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 10:23 PM

Hey, Spideyfan: Last round I claimed Philippines, and I think I should have twenty more resources from two rounds ago, when I offered to fund the teleportation device project.

I never took away RES for that. And I completely missed you claiming the Philippines - I'll fix it next turn.

And I think it makes sense that the Firestorm Barriers would protect against invasion. If no physical attacks can get through, then it would presumably stop you from taking the capital. He still needs to activate it for it to work though.

The Huntsman

09-27-2010, 10:33 PM

And I think it makes sense that the Firestorm Barriers would protect against invasion. If no physical attacks can get through, then it would presumably stop you from taking the capital. He still needs to activate it for it to work though.I designed it to be an anti-air defense. It's Tesla Coils that protect from ground invasion. But you're the host.

Superpan

09-27-2010, 10:39 PM

Yeah, about that....I believe I bought Tesla Coils before. Regardless,

I use my remaining resources to rebuild the Naval Base on Pearl Harbor and move my capital to Hawaii!

The Huntsman

09-27-2010, 10:42 PM

I'm just not feeling this game anymore. I surrender to Bostonia and give them my remaining resources. My military is their military; they may have my generals and my military investments.

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 10:44 PM

I'm just not feeling this game anymore. I surrender to Bostonia and give them my remaining resources. My military is their military; they may have my generals and my military investments.

Wow, am I really that bad a host?

Very well, if you're sure.... Mr. O'Sullivan can choose to keep his capital where it is, or move it to that place where Autumn's was.

jacob2037

09-27-2010, 10:50 PM

Pharaoh claims Syria.

As for you, Akbar, good luck to you. You may pretend to be Allah's chosen one if you wish but everyone know's who the true chosen one is.

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 10:53 PM

Superpan, empty your PM box so I can send you all my problems with your last PM.

chdr

09-27-2010, 10:55 PM

I'll take Poland.

Also, whatever happened to my WTO deal? I should have gotten at least 20+ res by now...

jph139

09-27-2010, 10:56 PM

Johnny O'Sullivan stands on the steps of Beacon Hill, head of Bostonian government, wearing a close-fitting military uniform and a staunch expression on his face. His body is thicker, now, and heavier; his thin, gaunt frame has vanished into memory. His skin if flat and pale; his hair, once a fiery brown, has darkened and settled into warm brown. There is still a warmth to him, somewhere, but his gaze is a distant one. He is 36 years old.

PEOPLE OF BOSTONIA! Victory is at hand!

While the backstabbing Americans tried to catch us with our pants down, thanks to old friends and new allies, we wiped them off the map. As of now, their coasts are taken, their bases are destroyed, and their "mighty empire" is soon to fall. The Queen in the north has fought back, true, but it is only a matter of time until she, too, is crushed like an ant beneath our heels. And after that, I promise you, Bostonia will claim the glory it deserves!

We are on our way. It seems South America has fallen onto our laps. The United States will soon be ours, and Greenland, as well. Then, Canada. Australia. The world. A glorious new age is donning, my people! An age of the masses! An age of enlightenment! And age where Boston takes its place as the crown jewel of the planet Earth!

And to our friends in Ireland, the mother country, we ask for no favors, and we need no support. But your wish is our pleasure to accomidate; if you require resources, you are welcome to whatever you will need.

Superpan

09-27-2010, 10:58 PM

Go ahead, Spideyfan.

Radical Raven

09-27-2010, 10:59 PM

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 11:04 PM

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And to our friends in Ireland, the mother country, we ask for no favors, and we need no support. But your wish is our pleasure to accomidate; if you require resources, you are welcome to whatever you will need.

Thomas Duberman: Thank you, Mr. O'Sullivan. We will not let you down.

So, are you changing your capital?

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 11:05 PM

Also, whatever happened to my WTO deal? I should have gotten at least 20+ res by now...

I don't know - what was it?

jph139

09-27-2010, 11:06 PM

So, are you changing your capital?

I thought "Boston as the crown jewel of the planet Earth" was rather clear in that regard. :p

jacob2037

09-27-2010, 11:07 PM

Oh, John, you are hideous now. In Pharaoh's country a disgusting old grandpa like you would be executed immediately. What makes you think you are fit enough at this fragile age to be ruling? In Pharaoh's country the average life span is 26. This is good age for death, if you ask Pharaoh.

SpideyFan914

09-27-2010, 11:56 PM

It's been a while since I've had a secretary, what with Amy still stranded in the old Holly somewhere, presumably avoiding arrest. However, I have at last found one. I introduce Miss Sofia Stryzatski.

Holly will claiming the Ukraine this year. Hail Holly!
-Stryzatski

Superpan

09-28-2010, 12:05 AM

SpideyFan914

09-28-2010, 01:12 AM

I thought I pardoned her?

Okay then,

I ISSUE AN OFFICIAL PARDON TO AMY STONE FOR ANY PAST....SECRETARIAL WORK SHE HAS DONE AND WOULD LIKE TO REMIND EVERYONE THAT THE ONLY TRUE TRAITOR LEFT IS O'SULLIVAN.

Well, NOW she's in Bostonia! Besides, you can't forget her husband.... He's kind of a bigger deal even though you don't know who he is.

Also, you again need to empty your PM box. :sweat:

Freedom Fighter

09-28-2010, 12:04 PM

We've decided to invite Austria to join the nation of Valhalla.

I also see that this war is no longer about the Experimental Bomb, but for something grander. Just when I was beginning to really let the USA be, all this happens. President Peterson needs me to hate him again so he can get all his land back.

I hate sounding desperate, but would anyone be willing to loan me 20 RES?

Oh, and my husband has some words for Mr. Duberman.

Lei lo spirito europeo spit su! La prossima volta vi vedo, sarà all'inferno!

SpideyFan914

09-28-2010, 02:02 PM

Gen. Duberman: I'm afraid that I cannot understand your tongue, Mr. Leopardi....

Also, Superpan - CLEAR YOUR PM BOX!!!!!

Freedom Fighter

09-28-2010, 04:29 PM

Gen. Duberman: I'm afraid that I cannot understand your tongue, Mr. Leopardi....Aha! Proof you're not a true European, as you can't understand one of your continent's most beautiful languages!

Oh, John, you are hideous now. In Pharaoh's country a disgusting old grandpa like you would be executed immediately. What makes you think you are fit enough at this fragile age to be ruling? In Pharaoh's country the average life span is 26. This is good age for death, if you ask Pharaoh.That means you must have died years ago. I'd say go to Cuba and retire, but I'm pretty sure the zombies there are insulted that you're one of them.

jacob2037

09-28-2010, 05:11 PM

Aha! Proof you're not a true European, as you can't understand one of your continent's most beautiful languages!
That means you must have died years ago. I'd say go to Cuba and retire, but I'm pretty sure the zombies there are insulted that you're one of them.

Pharaoh is immortal. Pharaoh does not age.

This evil old fart John Williams is even incapable of climbing an escalator!

http://www.oldpeoplearefunny.com/images/escalator.gif <---- JOHN

This is perfect example of why people should die before they reach oldness! It poses threat to your children!

Superpan

09-28-2010, 05:23 PM

Gen. Duberman: I'm afraid that I cannot understand your tongue, Mr. Leopardi....

Also, Superpan - CLEAR YOUR PM BOX!!!!!

Done!

That said,

Ms. Smith, what are you suggesting? Are you declaring war on me or something? I told you what this war was about for me: taking out the last confederate and re-adding New England to my country. I promised you all Canadian lands in return.

I'm not quite sure why you seem to be hostile to me, as the man dedicated to wiping us both off the map is currently the most powerful nation on Earth.

Though apparently, he can't even walk up an elevator.

Freedom Fighter

09-28-2010, 09:02 PM

This is perfect example of why people should die before they reach oldness! It poses threat to your children!I actually take offense to that, because even though I dislike Mr. O'Sullivan right now, I'm a couple years older than he is!

Also, given the fact that I took the throne just before my 16th birthday, by your standards, every leader in the world should already be dead. :sad:

Ms. Smith, what are you suggesting? Are you declaring war on me or something? I told you what this war was about for me: taking out the last confederate and re-adding New England to my country. I promised you all Canadian lands in return.

I'm not quite sure why you seem to be hostile to me, as the man dedicated to wiping us both off the map is currently the most powerful nation on Earth.

Though apparently, he can't even walk up an elevator.This is why I hate the fact that I love sarcasm.

Simply put, when I didn't like your country, the United States was winning every battle it was in and gaining territory left and right. Now that I like your country, you've let your guard down and you let a complete outsider get the best of you.

You want me to hate you, because apparently, that's the only way you get motivated enough to defend your land and your people.

Seriously, if I wanted to go to war with you, I would've fired my ICBM at you, instead of... that guy...

Wait, can I take that back? Quick, somebody say something to draw attention away!

Io amo Dora Explorer.

Dear, that's something you should've really kept to yourself. You're 40, not 4.

Superpan

09-28-2010, 09:11 PM

Oh....sarcasm. Dash it, my lands were the birthplace of sarcasm! Well, I thought the Enclave were going to live up to their promise of not interfering in North American affairs. I actually may have been guilty of the common American mistake that wars over small pieces of land should only last a short while.

That said, I have had a revelation. I see that we have reached a point in World history in which weapons of mass destruction are being used quite frequently. By the end of this decade, I fear many, MANY, innocents will be dead simply because of our brutal tactics. After this war, I would like to set up a new United Nations, which will allow nations to discuss peaceful solutions and possibly reduce use of WMDs on civilians in future conflicts.

SpideyFan914

09-28-2010, 09:13 PM

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img829.imageshack.us/img829/8994/rtwvii2034.png)

The Experimental Bomb has been launched. However, the rulers of the world underestimated its power. When it hit, a large radial burst of energy was released, and a portion of the earth was literally wiped off the map. Countless are dead, and many more grieve. Citizens wonder why Mr. Peterson would allow for such an atrocity to happen to the very people they were trying to liberate.

Johnny O'Sullivan did not see the strike coming - he and his upper ranks, as well as most Boston citizens, are dead. Ironically, the capital city was not actually captured before it was hit, and such, Bostonia still lives, but it does not stand, as anarchy has taken over. Another ruler may try to surface and rise above the anarchy, but it will be most difficult to bring together all the citizens, especially when most of those citizens are brand new, having just been released from the Enclave into the less-than-capable Bostonian hands.

All over the world, people wonder: WHAT WILL HAPPEN NEXT??

MINOR EVENTS

The Beast Coast[b] has agreed to become an autonomy underneath the United States of America. Unfortunately, Peterson's attack on Bostonia has affected the Beast Coast greatly, and just barely missed their capital.

In [b]The 5th Country, citizens don't much care about the goings-on in the USA anymore. As such, all they've lost is some morality.

In Holly, Pit Allen laughs at the events in the west. He airs this laughter publicly on TVs all across the world, except for within his own nation.

Further lack of action in Brightville has caused the miners to strike. Until this is settled, the mines will be considered useless.

The United States of America has pooled Resources from its allies to rebuild its Naval Base and again activate the Firestorm Barriers.

Furthermore, Mr. Peterson appealed to the WTO for help. They were willing to help, but after the devastating effects of the Experimental Bomb, and the newfound anarchy in Bostonia, the Board has moved to steer clear of the controversy.

Valhalla has fought off both Bostonia and the Golden Country and has launched an ICBM at Ireland, and Ireland has purchased Drop Pods with which to attack Valhalla. However, citizens in Ireland are extremely unhappy with this maneuver, especially after the recent events in Bostonia.

In The Valley of Zombies, 15 Resources have been spent toward research on human teleportation. However, continuing descent on the project has increased the required total once again. 35 more Resources will be needed. Mr. Drake may continue paying over time as he is doing, or he may accept Mr. Maximum's offer, or create a new solution of his own.

jacob2037

09-28-2010, 09:22 PM

The Huntsman

09-28-2010, 09:22 PM

I never intended for the experimental bomb to be able to do that. It killing The PMB was more of a story event, but having it be able to kill leaders in an instant doesn’t seem right. Johnny put a lot of thought into his character – more thought than most people put into theirs – and now his character is dead. I would have had the experimental bomb cause a small crater on the map, but even if it struck the capital, the leaders wouldn’t have died. A lot of you got bombed without warning and I could have killed you off then, as you were likely in your capital when it got destroyed, but that’s not how the game should work.

jph139

09-28-2010, 09:26 PM

John O'Sullivan is alive. Bostonia is unharmed. Rumors of an experimental bomb are heavily exaggerated. The people of Bostonia are encouraged to ignore any American propaganda.

jacob2037

09-28-2010, 09:26 PM

Oh yes! Pharaoh forgot to express his happiness for John's death. We shall have party in Holy Arabia for this momentous occasion!

He was good wife for George Dubya Bush, and Pharaoh must say it was very beautiful moment when George and Bird Lady and John created Georgette together. But this man was simply too old to continue living, Allah needed to wipe him off this earth somehow!

Superpan

09-28-2010, 09:28 PM

:(

I...I can't believe this happened. So many dead...I...I...apologize to my citizens. This...this..shouldn't have happened.

We will press on. I respectfully ask an audience with Stephen Hawking. I hope that he can tell me his time-traveling secrets so I can save the country by stopping the bomb. I will do this after my presidency has ended.

Until then, I will activate my firestorm barriers.

Superpan

09-28-2010, 09:30 PM

Jmill

09-28-2010, 09:33 PM

First off, ha. Second off, I claim Malaysia this round. Thirdly, I wish to spend five resources on war readiness.

jph139

09-28-2010, 09:41 PM

Bostonia is offering the sale of its second Ion Cannon for the discount price of 40 RES.

Bostonia is restructuring its nation into an Autocratic Dictatorship.

Bostonia believes its enemy propaganda is proof of the United States' death throes.

Bostonia is aware that victory remains the likely course for the current war.

Bostonia will prosper.

Bostonia will live.

Bostonia has begun the systematic extermination of all anti-government individuals in all occupied areas.

Bostonia does not spare women or children.

Bostonia would like the President to know these measures are his fault.

Bostonia would like to know if the President can sleep at night.

Bostonia hopes he feels the weight of a million lives on his shoulders.

Bostonia feels America will get what it deserves.

Jmill

09-28-2010, 09:43 PM

Cancel all of my moves, conscript 20 RES, and buy that ion cannon.

Freedom Fighter

09-28-2010, 09:43 PM

HOLY MOLEY, THAT'S A BIG HOLE!

My deepest sympathies to Presidents Kochberg and Bright, who had thousands of innocent lives taken in such a horrific way. To think of how much was lost... is just unfathomable. In the spirit of diplomacy, my country is prepared to offer as much humanitarian aid as possible to help your people recover from this tragedy.

I also withdraw my previous offer for help, as this is a time that I should be thinking of the less fortunate, and not myself.

As for Mr. Duberman, you've lost your benefactor. And my ICBM hit you... although it didn't seem to do any damage. Still, your subjects are now upset. Afraid that the same thing that happened to wicked Bostonia will happen there. I suggest you remove your army from the land and send them back home, and call off this vendetta your senior had against me! My beef was with him, not you, and the original reason he seemed to want to go to war with me is no longer valid with the detonation of the Experimental Bomb. Withdraw, and I promise to go easy on you in peace negotiations.

I also have words for President Peterson. I loved your idea for a new United Nations, but saying that even as you knew you were about to send thousands to their untimely deaths. Sir, I can no longer trust you. From this moment on, Valhalla will cease communications with the United States.

And this time, I am NOT being sarcastic.

The Huntsman

09-28-2010, 09:47 PM

Bostonia is offering the sale of its second Ion Cannon for the discount price of 40 RES.Unless the mechanics have changed, you can sell it on the Black Market for around that price. The Russian Federation sold its FOABs in order to fund its ion cannon.

jacob2037

09-28-2010, 09:50 PM

Mr. John's Dead Ghost,

GIVE THIS ION CANNON TO PHARAOH! Pharaoh will give you 45 resources for it. Pharaoh also does not hate you like this evil Jill woman does.

WILL YOU GIVE THIS ION CANNON TO PHARAOH NOW PLEASE??? (Pharaoh needs yes or no so he may make plans for himself.

Superpan

09-28-2010, 09:51 PM

I DID NOT EXPECT THAT BOMB TO BE THAT POWERFUL! I was fully prepared to suffer the repercussions for destroying a city, but this...

No, I cannot sleep at night. I welcome all aid that anyone would want to send. If resources can be sent, I will get a time machine and go back in time to STOP THIS ABOMINATION FROM EVER BEING CREATED!

I will not however back down. I will not surrender. This war did not have to end like this. We have spent the past twenty years warring. I am tired of this. FROM THIS POINT ON, THE UNITED STATES WILL NOT DECLARE WAR ON ANY SOVERIGN NATION!

Suddenly a woman appeared....

Radical Raven

09-28-2010, 10:06 PM

The story here being as fluid as it is, spideyfan declaring Sullivan dead doesn't have to equal him actually being dead, in my view. I mean, look at Pharaoh.

Locke's Ghost: Wow, so Peterson turned out to be an awful ruler who slaughtered millions? Who could have seen that coming? :shrug:

_____________________________________________________________

Hobbs: Oh, dearie me! How tragic! How unfortunate! How awful! How bad!

...I've been forced out of Vallhalla!

....oh, well. Maybe I don't want to mess around over there anymore anyway. Peterson's playing too rough. Perhaps it's time I thought a little more about Africa...

chdr

09-28-2010, 10:14 PM

Um, wow.

I sort of backed out of the US deal because I knew it would drag me into something bad, and I guess I was right.

I'll take Belarus, place my capital in Paris, and buy two ICBMs.

And now I'm going to fire one at the island formerly known as Greater Boston, surround the capital with my navy, and finish the job once and for all.

Superpan

09-28-2010, 11:30 PM

Fine, I can't blame you Kochberg. However, you are still part of the United States. I wouldn't worry though. You'll sweep the next election, I'm certain.

I will send the fleet to aid in the final ending with the war with Bostonia.

SpideyFan914

09-29-2010, 12:37 AM

This year Pharaoh will be going shopping! This sound like fun!

50 RES for Mommy Bomb
15 RES for ICBM
5 RES for the claiming of Eritrea
ANY LEFTOVER RES for War Readiness (this should be 4 RES, according to Pharaoh's most expert mathematicians)
Actually, claiming is only 2 RES, so you can spend 7 on WAR.

Bostonia is offering the sale of its second Ion Cannon for the discount price of 40 RES.
You know you can use that, right? Your original will be recharged in 2035, and the second will be ready in 2037 - you COULD keep it if you really wanted.

As for Mr. Duberman, you've lost your benefactor. And my ICBM hit you... although it didn't seem to do any damage. Still, your subjects are now upset. Afraid that the same thing that happened to wicked Bostonia will happen there. I suggest you remove your army from the land and send them back home, and call off this vendetta your senior had against me! My beef was with him, not you, and the original reason he seemed to want to go to war with me is no longer valid with the detonation of the Experimental Bomb. Withdraw, and I promise to go easy on you in peace negotiations.
Gen. Duberman: I shall never back down!

And the ICBM did hit but it's only -5 on the dice roll, and they still had higher than you.

The story here being as fluid as it is, spideyfan declaring Sullivan dead doesn't have to equal him actually being dead, in my view. I mean, look at Pharaoh.

I agree. The only reason Boston's still there, really, is because Superpan didn't actually roll high enough to conquer it. He rolled a 1. Even with the EB decreasing johnny's roll to 0, that STILL wasn't enough to conquer Boston. So then I had this entire dilemma like "What am I supposed to do with Boston?" So I figured I'd just leave it, declare O'Sullivan dead, and see what happens. Apparently he pulled a Pharaoh. Works for me.

And by the way, I had actually decided that that was what the EB would do before it was used. I just didn't expect it to actually be used - I'm still surprised Jmill agreed, honestly....

jph139

09-29-2010, 01:02 AM

Bostonia will confirm the sale of its second Ion Cannon to Arabia for 45 Resources.

Bostonia will immediately funnel these resources, as well as 5 to be gained by next year, into War Readiness.

Bostonia will not fall.

SpideyFan914

09-29-2010, 01:06 AM

as well as 5 to be gained by next year

Eh?

jph139

09-29-2010, 01:22 AM

Bostonia has a yearly intake of at least 5 RES.

Bostonia will funnel these into War Readiness next year.

Bostonia will, of course, make a point of mentioning this in the future as well.

VP VP

09-29-2010, 06:51 AM

1. Conscription program for however much it takes for 11 more resources.

2. With 35 resources, I will finish the research for the teleportation devices. (Hopefully.)

Freedom Fighter

09-29-2010, 11:22 AM

My humanitarian aid packages are being shipped out as follows:
- 4 RES to the people of Beast Coast
- 2 RES to the people of Brightville

My council and I decided on those specific amounts based on our analysis of immediate need. If it's later determined that those countries need more to speed up recovery, we will at that point make a decision on whether to provide it.

Gen. Duberman: I shall never back down!You leave me no choice, then.

I send out my naval fleet to invade the western shores of Ireland!

SpideyFan914

09-29-2010, 04:24 PM

This year Pharaoh will be going shopping! This sound like fun!

50 RES for Mommy Bomb
15 RES for ICBM
5 RES for the claiming of Eritrea
ANY LEFTOVER RES for War Readiness (this should be 4 RES, according to Pharaoh's most expert mathematicians)

Mr. John's Dead Ghost,

GIVE THIS ION CANNON TO PHARAOH! Pharaoh will give you 45 resources for it. Pharaoh also does not hate you like this evil Jill woman does.

WILL YOU GIVE THIS ION CANNON TO PHARAOH NOW PLEASE??? (Pharaoh needs yes or no so he may make plans for himself.

So............
Since you clearly don't have that many RES, what are you going to do? If you don't respond, I'll be left to assume that you're cutting the MOAB.

Holly will claim Slovakia on this turn. Hail Holly!
-Stryzatski

jacob2037

09-29-2010, 04:36 PM

So............
Since you clearly don't have that many RES, what are you going to do? If you don't respond, I'll be left to assume that you're cutting the MOAB.

Holly will claim Slovakia on this turn. Hail Holly!
-Stryzatski

Actually, Pharaoh will only be buying Ion Cannon from John's ghost this year. All other purchases will be made at later date.

SpideyFan914

09-29-2010, 06:15 PM

"The rumors of my death have been greatly exaggerated." ~Mark Twain

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/562/rtwvii2035.png)

John O'Sullivan is, in fact, alive and well. When the Experimental Bomb hit, Boston was surprisingly the one piece of land not obliterated, allowing a few people to survive. And, while it was initially believed that Mr. O'Sullivan was one of the casualties, it has since been revealed that these were merely rumors. As such, he has retaken control of Bostonia, but not the same as always. Now, Bostonia is a harshly run dictatorship, where expression is denied. While Bostonia's Happiness has suffered as a result of this, the fear it has invoked has allowed for an additional +1 per round RES.

Luckily for the United States, however, the invasion of Boston was a success. But unfortunately, Boston had become nothing but a figurehead on O'Sullivan's map - the true capital now lies in South America.

Otherwise, the map is mostly stagnant, with but a few shifts in the overall map - small victories in a larger scheme. And yet, the idea of a stagnant map perhaps does not bode well for the US, as this stagnance occurred even whilst Bostonia was hit again....

Coming from an unknown source, a strike with the power of an Ion Cannon has lashed out against Bostonia. Luckily, the strike didn't hit anything of importance, and RES were unharmed, but Bostonia's military suffered as a result. No one can be certain just where the blast came from, but people wonder if this unidentified Cannon will strike again.

MINOR EVENTS

In Brightville.... I think that JAG and Superdude have lost their internet access.... They said that might happen.... I'm holding off the negative effects - Superdude, if you still have the internet, please say something, or else I guess the Northern Republic and Brightville will be taken into NPC control.

In Valhalla, Ireland has begun to fall back from Greenland. The invasion of Ireland has unfortunately failed for the time, but forces are ready to try again. The citizens of Ireland are not at all pleased by these events.

In The Valley of Zombies, research has unveiled what scientists believe to be the secret of human teleportation! Experiments have succeeded, and scientists are ready to begin work on building the device whenever Mr. Drake is ready. For 50 RES, Mr. Drake may buy:
TELEPORTATION DEVICES - you may teleport humans anywhere on earth. Claim any region, invade anywhere, as long as it isn't too close to a capital, etc. On top of this, all effects of the Prototype Teleportation Devices will be doubled. However, the technology is still new, and there is a 15% chance each turn (after the first) that the Teleportation Devices will glitch and be rendered unuseable, reverting back to the Prototype Teleportation Devices.

Holy Arabia has purchased an Ion Cannon from Bostonia. However, upon delivery, Pharaoh has learned that the inner workings of the Cannon have been removed, and it is beyond repair.

Akbar of Iran has broken away from the Russian Federation, picking a vast amount of support. His followers believe him to be the true messenger of God, and as such this new country has been named, Allah's Haven. Akbar claims to be a peaceful man, wishing only for the good of his people. He does not demand any new followers, but welcomes all who wish to join.

jacob2037

09-29-2010, 06:33 PM

Bah! Pharaoh would like a refund, please!

Is there anyone who could please fix this broken Ion Cannon for Pharaoh now?

Also - Pharaoh claims Eritria

Jmill

09-29-2010, 06:33 PM

Can I buy all those tiny islands to my right as a single claim? I'll do that if I can.

Superpan

09-29-2010, 06:34 PM

I know it's a bit late to comment on this, but the Enclave shouldn't have been able to completely surround my capital due to my survival bonus. I SHOULD have at least a little bit more land around it.

I will check to see what resources we have and see what would would be a useful course of military action.

VP VP

09-29-2010, 06:43 PM

jacob2037

09-29-2010, 06:44 PM

Actually, Pharaoh wishes to claim United Arab Emirates. This will get him up to +18 RES per round, correct?

jph139

09-29-2010, 06:50 PM

Alright, sounds good. We'll be firing our Ion Cannon at the US this year. Decimate their resources. That means next year, they won't be able to keep up that damn barrier around the capital, and the entire nation'll fall like a house of cards.

Then I'm putting my eyes back on you, Princess. Ireland can rest easy; their troubles'll be over soon.

Superpan

09-29-2010, 06:56 PM

For crying out loud...I'll have enough resources.

P.S. I believe the ion cannon he's using on me this turn is the one he bought while he still only owned New England. That ion cannon was destroyed by my experimental bomb and is thus unusable.

jph139

09-29-2010, 06:59 PM

The Ion Cannon is a satellite. As long as O'Sullivan is still alive and thus has the codes and such to control it, it's usable.

Radical Raven

09-29-2010, 06:59 PM

I could probably get someone to fix it for you, Mr. Pharaoh! Just give it to me and I'll see what I can do. I'll give it back as soon as it's fixed, I promise!

And, Mr. Sullivan, don't you wont my help anymore? :( I mean, I'm a little scared of my country suddenly being a hole, but your not even gonna ask?

jph139

09-29-2010, 07:02 PM

You retreated, Mr. Hobbes. I do not tolerate quitters. If you wish for my aid, prove yourself worthy of it.

Radical Raven

09-29-2010, 07:06 PM

You retreated, Mr. Hobbes. I do not tolerate quitters. If you wish for my aid, prove yourself worthy of it.

Retreat!? Nothing of the sort! I am offended! They just killed my men until they all got dead. I have more, silly - they just need to get over there.

Spideyfan, I should have had 80 War Readiness - I spent all my RES last turn on it, remember? :sweat:

Freedom Fighter

09-29-2010, 07:08 PM

Where is the United States' capital now, anyway? Truth be told, I don't know where it's been since the country formerly known as The Enclave pulled that surprise attack.

So Mr. O'Sullivan survived. No matter. For now, he's out of my hair.

In Valhalla, Ireland has begun to fall back from Greenland. The invasion of Ireland has unfortunately failed for the time, but forces are ready to try again. The citizens of Ireland are not at all pleased by these events.Of course the Navy will try again. As long as Mr. Duberman thinks he can insult me and get away with it, my military will push to get him dethroned!

Holy Arabia has purchased an Ion Cannon from Bostonia. However, upon delivery, Pharaoh has learned that the inner workings of the Cannon have been removed, and it is beyond repair.ARRR! It be pirates! From Italy! :rolleyes:

Akbar of Iran has broken away from the Russian Federation, picking a vast amount of support. His followers believe him to be the true messenger of God, and as such this new country has been named, Allah's Haven. Akbar claims to be a peaceful man, wishing only for the good of his people. He does not demand any new followers, but welcomes all who wish to join.Welcome, weird stranger who betrayed his country. Husband, do you have anything to say?

Otto, e forse due.

Eight, and possibly two. Duly noted, dear.

(scribbles on pad entitled 'Relations with Other Nations')

chdr

09-29-2010, 07:12 PM

I'll take Somalia this year. Also, I'll use 10 res to fund a space program.

jacob2037

09-29-2010, 07:19 PM

I'll take Somalia this year. Also, I'll use 10 res to fund a space program.

Perhaps you would like to tell Pharaoh how you will be getting all the way to Somalia from Europe?

Jmill

09-29-2010, 07:19 PM

Also, I'll use 10 res to fund a space program.

I call a space race! I invest 15 resources in a space program.

Radical Raven

09-29-2010, 07:24 PM

The Ion Cannon is a satellite. As long as O'Sullivan is still alive and thus has the codes and such to control it, it's usable.

If it's a satellite, then how did you send Pharaoh a broken one?

chdr

09-29-2010, 07:28 PM

Perhaps you would like to tell Pharaoh how you will be getting all the way to Somalia from Europe?You can claim any land with a sizable river or coastline if you have a naval base.

Freedom Fighter

09-29-2010, 07:29 PM

If it's a satellite, then how did you send Pharaoh a broken one?Hello? SPACE Pirates! ARRR!

jacob2037

09-29-2010, 07:56 PM

It was a momentous occasion in Holy Arabia. Millions of citizens lined the streets of Jerusalem where Pharaoh would be speaking. Those who could not make it to Jerusalem watched the event on television. From rolling green hills of Israel, to the vast deserts of Saudi Arabia, and the sandy shores of Northern Egypt. Even outside the borders of Holy Arabia, the event was broadcasted in Allah's Haven, The Golden Country, Valhalla, the Russian Federation and the United States of America.

The crowd was ablaze with excitement, for no one knew exactly what was to come. They just knew it would be big.

All whispers and conversations immediately came to an end when Pharaoh walked up to the podium, wearing the most glamorous robe anyone had ever seen. His two most beautiful wives escorted him. Upon recognizing their wonderful leader, the crowd went wild, cheering and screaming.

Hello to Holy Arabia! PHARAOH SPEAKING so be quiet now.

Pharaoh had never been more giddy than he was this morning when he received the most fantastic news.

Pharaoh will not keep you waiting and wondering any longer - but Pharaoh hopes you have brought your children to this event because they will not want to miss it!

Ladies and gentlemen, HUGH BLISS!

Then, Dick Cheney, holding a large rifle, and several other men carried Hugh Bliss onto the stage. Hugh Bliss was chained to a chair, and appeared to have been shot in the leg.

The crowd booed and threw everything they could at the sad old French man. Shoes, tomatoes, clothes, babies, knives, etcetera.

TODAY, we will be celebrating the execution of Hugh Bliss. In a few minutes, you will witness such an act. We shall celebrate the death of the one who oppressed our good Arab people of Holy Arabia! This will be forever remembered as "YAY! Hugh Bliss is DEAD Day"!

The crowd cheered louder than they ever had before.

We will be practicing several torture techniques on the evil Hugh before his death... such as... STABBING WITH SHARP KNIFE!

**crowd cheers**

SHOOTING EVIL HUGH SEVERAL TIMES WITH POWERFUL GUN!

**crowd cheers**

ELECTROCUTION!

**crowd cheers**

BURNING AT STAKE!

**crowd cheers**

PENDULUM!... as seen in this William Shakespeare film!

**crowd cheers**

And then we shall all eat him!

**crowd cheers**

____________________________________

Needless to say, all of these things were done to Hugh Bliss. He did, in fact, die. It was a slow and painful death, just as Pharaoh had hoped. The more he moaned and cried, the happier the crowd became.

September 29, 2035 - National Day of Remembrance in Holy Arabia - YAY! Hugh Bliss is DEAD Day

jph139

09-29-2010, 07:56 PM

If it's a satellite, then how did you send Pharaoh a broken one?

I disabled the controller or what have you. It's more or less dead weight floating out in space at the moment; I assume it could be reactivated somehow.

Superpan

09-29-2010, 09:21 PM

I now have The North Republic under my control.

I FIRE MY HYDROGEN BOMB AT O'Sullivan and ACTIVATE MY FIRE STORM BARRIERS.

IF MY CAPITAL FALLS, ALL MY LAND WILL GO TO THE BEAST COAST!

FOR NOW, I CEDE LOU KOCHBERG KANSAS, NEBRASKA, TEXAS, NORTH DAKOTA, SOUTH DAKOTA FOR FIVE YEARS AND ILLINOIS AND WISCONSIN FOR TWO!

THE BEAST COAST DECLARES WAR ON BOSTONIA!

ALSO, MR. O'SULLIVAN WILL PLEASE RECOGNIZE THAT DUE TO MY BONUS I LOSE 75% LESS LAND. IF YOU WANT MY CAPITAL, YOU'LL HAVE TO GET IT STREET BY STREET, BLOCK BY BLOCK, HOUSE BY HOUSE!

PREPARE FOR STALINGRAD PART TWO!

jph139

09-29-2010, 09:29 PM

For someone so concerned with saving lives, you're certainly willing to throw a lot away for the sake of pride.

I mean, for Christ's sake, THINK for a minute. You give away your land to the Beast Coast and to whoever the hell else you want. That gives him a damn big target on his head. I want that freakin' land. I like Beastie. He's a good guy. Our last war ended peacefully 'cause I don't want to fight him.

If he accepts your land, I'll have to take it from him. He doesn't want that. I don't want that. That's another war on your head. That's another thousand, hundred thousand, million dead.

Just give it up, you sad sorry SOB.

Superpan

09-29-2010, 09:34 PM

Or I could kill you.

Wait, you can only fire your ion cannon at one nation. I have saved half my country and everyone involved for awhile, by which point you should be dead.

Bostonians, surrender and only O'Sullivan will pay for his crimes. I beg of you.

The Huntsman

09-29-2010, 09:36 PM

I FIRE MY HYDROGEN BOMB AT O'Sullivan and ACTIVATE MY FIRE STORM BARRIERS.I haven't been paying much attention to the game, but where did you get that hydrogen bomb?

Superpan

09-29-2010, 09:40 PM

I cancel the hydrogen bomb.

It's on the front page, Huntsman.

The Huntsman

09-29-2010, 09:53 PM

I cancel the hydrogen bomb.

It's on the front page, Huntsman.I meant how did you get it. You fired all of the ones you originally had and I didn't anticipate people being able to stumble across anymore. I know it's not my game anymore, but I'm still curious how you got another.

jacob2037

09-29-2010, 09:58 PM

I meant how did you get it. You fired all of the ones you originally had and I didn't anticipate people being able to stumble across anymore. I know it's not my game anymore, but I'm still curious how you got another.

YOU! You, sir, are dead! You had better enjoy your time in purgatory, because when it is your time to be judged by Allah, you will not be happy!

Superpan

09-29-2010, 10:01 PM

I meant how did you get it. You fired all of the ones you originally had and I didn't anticipate people being able to stumble across anymore. I know it's not my game anymore, but I'm still curious how you got another.

I think I know, but I won't reveal till after O'Sullivan's been defeated.

jph139

09-29-2010, 10:19 PM

Or I could kill you.

Wait, you can only fire your ion cannon at one nation. I have saved half my country and everyone involved for awhile, by which point you should be dead.

The chances of a Bostonian loss are exactly zero percent.

Mr. Beast, I suggest you DO NOT accept the United States' offer. Doing so will earn you a good deal of favor when I conquer the rest of North America. Like I said, I have no interest in wars I won't gain from, but if you consider yourself a US ally, you will become involved far more closely than either of us would like.

SpideyFan914

09-29-2010, 10:25 PM

Since I can't get them this round, is it possible for me to spend extra resources on them to make sure they don't glitch when I get them? And does the glitch last for just that round, or will I have to buy complete teleportation devices again?
First question: No. The glitches are because the technology is still new.
Second question: I'm still debating it, actually.... It's a fairly low percentage, so probably the second one, considering the incredible capabilities of the investment. But I guess I'll decide whether it seems cheap or not when the time comes....

Can I buy all those tiny islands to my right as a single claim? I'll do that if I can.
I'm gonna say yes, if for no other reason than just because filling in those islands is getting on my nerves and I wanna get it out of the way.

Spideyfan, I should have had 80 War Readiness - I spent all my RES last turn on it, remember? :sweat:
Ah yes, my bad.

Where is the United States' capital now, anyway? Truth be told, I don't know where it's been since the country formerly known as The Enclave pulled that surprise attack.
See that tiny little patch of blue amidst the vast sea of pink? yeah....

The Firestorm Barriers are all that's been keeping him alive.

I now have The North Republic under my control.
As we've discussed, I do just want to be 100% certain that JAG is gone. So hold your thoughts on this for now - if he doesn't post by tomorrow's update, you'll get his land.

IF MY CAPITAL FALLS, ALL MY LAND WILL GO TO THE BEAST COAST!
No, if your capital falls, all your land will to go to whoever captured it....

THE BEAST COAST DECLARES WAR ON BOSTONIA!
Eh.... He DOES have to agree....

I meant how did you get it. You fired all of the ones you originally had and I didn't anticipate people being able to stumble across anymore. I know it's not my game anymore, but I'm still curious how you got another.
Did he? Y'know, I thought he did, but.... I mean, that H-Bomb was there when I took over, so....

I think I know, but I won't reveal till after O'Sullivan's been defeated.

Do tell.

jph139

09-29-2010, 10:35 PM

Oh, and by the way...

PEOPLE OF BOSTONIA! I know times are tough! I know freedoms have been restricted! I know you are unhappy! But I cannot stress enough to righteousness of our cause! These measures are only temporary, I assure you; once peace has been established, control will loosen and Bostonia will return to the paradise it once was.

As a show of good faith, I will be BUILDING A GREAT INTERNATIONAL HIGHWAY throughout South America, one twice of important and twice as grand as similar projects in human history. In short, I will be spending 10 RES on TWO PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS!

Peace through victory! Strength in unity! One mind, one cause, one future!

Superpan

09-29-2010, 10:56 PM

People of America!

Since I am going to lose all these resources anyway, I TOO INVEST IN A PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT!

Radical Raven

09-30-2010, 01:02 PM

Thanks, Spideyfan, but at the same time... how do I have twelve RES? I spent nine last year, and three of my +9 income went to Bostonia this year.

Also, Superpan never hit me with his Hydrogen Bomb, did he? He said he canceled it. So I guess he should still have it.

Also, if you please, give him the +3 from this turn, but then turn off me giving 3 RES each year to Johnny and restore my income to +9 per round. I had a whole idea there, but it blew up along with Boston.

SpideyFan914

09-30-2010, 02:10 PM

Thanks, Spideyfan, but at the same time... how do I have twelve RES? I spent nine last year, and three of my +9 income went to Bostonia this year.

Well, it said you had 21 for some reason, so I just subtracted 9.... But, uh, yeah, it did seem kinda.... off....

Okay, how many RES did you have last year? I feel like it was 9, in which case you should currently have 6 and I have no idea where the extra 6 came from, but.... Unless, did someone else give you 6 RES or something like that....?

Radical Raven

09-30-2010, 03:24 PM

Well, it said you had 21 for some reason, so I just subtracted 9.... But, uh, yeah, it did seem kinda.... off....

Okay, how many RES did you have last year? I feel like it was 9, in which case you should currently have 6 and I have no idea where the extra 6 came from, but.... Unless, did someone else give you 6 RES or something like that....?

Yeah, six is the number I got. Nobody gave me anything, unless I'm not aware of it.

SpideyFan914

09-30-2010, 06:08 PM

Yeah, six is the number I got. Nobody gave me anything, unless I'm not aware of it.

Strange.... But very well.

We will be claiming Somalia this turn. Hail Holly!
-Stryzatski

The Cartoon

09-30-2010, 07:05 PM

I claim Denmark.

SpideyFan914

09-30-2010, 07:14 PM

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img193.imageshack.us/img193/3699/rtwvii2036.png)

Bostonia has launched its Ion Cannon at the United States. Though the Firestorm Barriers have held up this year, they are now destroyed.

However, Bostonia was hit by another Ion Cannon-like strike, source still unknown. As such, the Ontario War has reached an end, with Valhalla on top. Though Valhalla still struggles in Ireland, it would seem to be only a matter of time. Furthermore, the Beast Coast's new borrowed land has given them headway into Bostonian territory, including parts of Florida where the zombies were being held. Rehabiliation may continue where it left off.

Martin Wellington has unfortunately passed away. In his will, he's given his land and RES to the United States, which is particularly helpful after the last ion blast. Mr. Peterson may move his capital to the Northern Republic's if he wishes.

The strikes in Brightville have reached a bloody climax, and the WTO has stepped in, seizing control of Brightville and overthrowing Mr. Bright. (In other words, I needed something to do with his land and he left no instructions.)

World War IV wages on, but the mysterious ion blasts in Bostonia may prove to be an important twist....

MINOR EVENTS

The Space Race between The Beast Coast and The 5th Country has begun. The citizens of each nation are emphatic over victory, and a movement has begun, inspiring increasing nationality, and HAP has risen in both countries. The winner is expected to receive even further rewards.

The United States of America has attempted to buy a Public Works Project, but after activating his Firestorm Barriers, he was one RES short. World leaders laugh hysterically, but no negative consequences have been implemented.

Furthermore, Ricky Mauze has been sighted again in Bostonia, near the Florida border with The Beast Coast.

SpideyFan914

09-30-2010, 07:15 PM

I claim Denmark.

Uh.... I'll count that for next turn - feel free to claim another country if you'd like.

jph139

09-30-2010, 07:21 PM

So the US and Canada are in one little basket now... lucky me, eh?

Radical Raven

09-30-2010, 07:22 PM

Chad will be taken into the Golden Country this year.

(I hope JAG and Superdude don't come back now that their lands gone. Also, Spideyfan, one last nitpick: I should have 58 HAP, not 62.)

Superpan

09-30-2010, 07:23 PM

jph139

09-30-2010, 07:26 PM

Radical Raven

09-30-2010, 07:35 PM

Wait wait wait, how the hell can he move his capital? I have every damn politician blockaded here! Anyone tried to leave and we blast 'em out of the sky, out of their cars, off of their legs, whatever.

I'm callin' BS on this one, guy.

So, out of polite interest, dearie, you're not going to do anything about Lex Luthor and Spandam down there Ion Cannoning you to death?

Also, I want to move my capital to the middle of my country.

chdr

09-30-2010, 07:43 PM

I'll use 13 more res for the space program and 2 res for Ethiopia.

Freedom Fighter

09-30-2010, 07:45 PM

So the Ontario War has ended. The people of that proud province have been saved. I should be happy... but the continued reminder that Toronto, Ottawa, and the rest of the southeastern part of the province can never come back leaves me with a hole in my heart the size of the one the US' Experimental Bomb made.

And as much as I love Bostonia being continually blasted to Kingdom Come, this mysterious 'Ion Cannon' like device worries me.

In other news, my country can now fully turn its attention on the Irish. Men, train your heat-seeking dogs to sniff out leprechaun, set your metal detectors to gold, and somebody raid the Guinness factory... so we can throw ourselves a Dublin Tea Party!

Gettare in mare! Gettare in mare!

SpideyFan914

09-30-2010, 07:59 PM

I...huh. I move the capital to right below the 33 on the map. Now...

Mr. Kochberg, our recent plan seems to have gone well. I believe we should renegotiate the borders to better serve to our advantage. Also, remember Ilinois and Wisconsin return to me this year.
You can only move it to where the Northern Republic's was. After all, the only reason you're allowed to move it is 'cause you got his land....
And you said two years. He has it this year and next year, and then it goes back to you in 2038.

Wait wait wait, how the hell can he move his capital? I have every damn politician blockaded here! Anyone tried to leave and we blast 'em out of the sky, out of their cars, off of their legs, whatever.

I'm callin' BS on this one, guy.

He got JAG's land. As usual, that means he can choose between the capitals. Granted, Mr. Peterson himself may still be stranded in the old capital....

Also, Gen. Duberman is loaning Bostonia 3 RES.

The Huntsman

09-30-2010, 08:12 PM

How did Superpan get JAG's land?

Jmill

09-30-2010, 08:28 PM

Ladies and gentleman of the Fifth Country...

One year ago, we began investigating the worlds after us. This was a success. Today, I'd like to announce the official beginning of our space exploration program. Presenting... Operation: Fifth Universe!

Operation: Fifth Universe is a space exploration program currently lasting for the next ten years. Each year, at least six resources will go into this program. With a plan ahead of us, we will be able to prepare for the future while working in the present. In addition to this, our Fifth Universe program will create jobs for our nation, bringing citizens into the workforce.

With that, however, we will need more resources. So this is what I will be doing. Effective immediately, I am instituting a conscription policy, converting twenty five happiness points into resources. Twenty of these will be used as an emergency finance plan and stay in our stockpiles. The remaining five resources will be used for employee training and to promote programs concerning Operation: Fifth Universe in our schools. (3 for schools, 2 for training.)

Finally, I am spending eight resources this year for the space program.

Thank you for your time.

SpideyFan914

09-30-2010, 09:23 PM

How did Superpan get JAG's land?

JAG promised it to Superpan if his internet went down. Since neither he nor Superdude have posted in days, we're left to assume such has happened.

The Huntsman

09-30-2010, 09:28 PM

JAG promised it to Superpan if his internet went down. Since neither he nor Superdude have posted in days, we're left to assume such has happened.Did he? Did he send you that private message or are you taking Superpan's word on it?

SpideyFan914

09-30-2010, 09:30 PM

Did he? Did he send you that private message or are you taking Superpan's word on it?

Superpan forwarded me the message.

jph139

09-30-2010, 10:19 PM

He got JAG's land. As usual, that means he can choose between the capitals. Granted, Mr. Peterson himself may still be stranded in the old capital....

Nah nah nah nah. Peterson IS the government. Congress IS the government. If he has to completely rebuild his country from the ground up, he's gotta take a penalty for that. Yellow flag, red card, whatever, it doesn't make any damn logical sense!

jacob2037

09-30-2010, 10:37 PM

Pharaoh claimes Eritria and buys Mommy Bomb this year! Do not mess with Pharaoh!

Superpan

09-30-2010, 10:46 PM

Nah nah nah nah. Peterson IS the government. Congress IS the government. If he has to completely rebuild his country from the ground up, he's gotta take a penalty for that. Yellow flag, red card, whatever, it doesn't make any damn logical sense!

Someone has forgotten about the Louisana Purchase, I see. I was able to transport me and my entire government (including Congress) to my capital through the second Underground Railroad. Besides, I'm not rebuilding my country from the ground up. Kochberg and I still own over half of it.

I will build that public works project to rebuild the nations that are once again united and once again affirm the movement of my capital.

Also, Johnny, how were you able to escape the most destructive bomb of all time? Capitals and characters are hard to kill in this game and if you can survive that, I don 't see how I couldn't have sneaked out of your country and into my own.

The Huntsman

09-30-2010, 11:05 PM

Also, Johnny, how were you able to escape the most destructive bomb of all time? Capitals and characters are hard to kill in this game and if you can survive that, I don 't see how I couldn't have sneaked out of your country and into my own.The bomb wasn't meant to kill other players. That's in the mechanics. However, you surviving due to firestorm barriers and now being able to move your capital again is not in the mechanics.

I'm really not in the mood for any of this. When my beloved cat vanished, I went to the shelter in order to try to fill the void and rescue a cat in the process, but the kitten I got just died. She died right in my hands, desperately trying to get a few more meows out - but not having the strength to do so - before losing her fight. I'm not happy right now. :crying:

jph139

09-30-2010, 11:07 PM

Also, Johnny, how were you able to escape the most destructive bomb of all time? Capitals and characters are hard to kill in this game and if you can survive that, I don 't see how I couldn't have sneaked out of your country and into my own.

Gamemaster said so. Sullivan died, so I stopped playing him; gamemaster said he came back, so I started playing him again. Ask Mr. Spider.

But, seriously, I've had a blockade around your capital for half a decade now. You slipping out is as likely as a mouse escaping from that tomb in Indiana Jones.

Superpan

09-30-2010, 11:10 PM

I'm sorry for your loss. As someone whose dog recently passed away, I can sympathize.

That said, Spideyfan has changed quite a few mechanics of the game. As you said yourself, the bomb has changed from what you envisioned and Spideyfan has also RADICALLY revised the rules of capitulation. Simply put, it's his game now. He mods by his own rules, just like any other host. Does it make these games inconsistant? Yes, but it sure makes every one of them interesting and bears every host's unique stamp.

Johnny, I have drop pods. I can go wherever I want. My underground railroad is literally underground! You never blocked the underworld!

jacob2037

09-30-2010, 11:19 PM

MESSAGE FOR PRESIDENT PETEERSON

Unfortunately Pharaoh cannot help you today. You see, Pharaoh has found great new soap opera on television. He is so busy watching it, he does not have time for any of this war nonesense.

Unless you mess with Pharaoh! Then he shall kill you with Mommy Bomb!

(By the way, Pharaoh will not be killing John's ghost any time soon; John has promised to pay Pharaoh back when he is done killing United States of America.)

SpideyFan914

09-30-2010, 11:32 PM

Also, Johnny, how were you able to escape the most destructive bomb of all time? Capitals and characters are hard to kill in this game and if you can survive that, I don 't see how I couldn't have sneaked out of your country and into my own.
Actually, it was quite funny - you see, even with the bonus you got from the Bomb, you STILL didn't roll high enough to get his capital! And then the land you HAD seized via Drop Pod was destroyed by that same bomb.... Hence my dilemmas of not quite knowing what to do - I wound up just sparing Boston. Didn't plan to do it that way, but I couldn't take out Johnny's country....

And, like I said, he can move his capital, but if Peterson can't get out of the current one, he'll be ruling from afar. I mean, Johnny got to move his capital when Huntsman gave him his land, or else Johnny would have died no questions asked.

Johnny, I have droip pods. I can go wherever I want.

Actually, that should work. I was thinking of it a few days ago, but I couldn't say anything cause that would be cheap. No idea what you're talking about with that railroad though....

jph139

09-30-2010, 11:33 PM

Johnny, I have droip pods. I can go wherever I want. My underground railroad is literally underground! You never blocked the underworld!

Well, you can't use your drop pods if you can't get into the atmosphere. If you try and fly up, my guys would just blow you out of the sky.

And maybe I did block the underworld; in fact, we've been burying dynamite deep underground for the past few years for the express purpose of stalling any retreats. See? I can make up plot points, too. :p

SpideyFan914

09-30-2010, 11:41 PM

We claim Albania this year.
-Stryzatski

Superpan

09-30-2010, 11:53 PM

Well, you can't use your drop pods if you can't get into the atmosphere. If you try and fly up, my guys would just blow you out of the sky.

And maybe I did block the underworld; in fact, we've been burying dynamite deep underground for the past few years for the express purpose of stalling any retreats. See? I can make up plot points, too. :p

Okay, but obviously I avoided those or I wouldn't have been able to escape, much like how you were able to escape the naval invasion of Boston. See, Patrick Hardy was able to use his spy expertise to sabotage your dynamie operations. Honestly, if you want to know how we were able to sneak back through your defenses with the help of the Beast Coast and locals who would want their democracy back, I'll tell you and then you can tell everyone how you were able to escape Boston when it was in anarchy and being attacked by naval forces of both the USA and Beast Coast.

Regardless, you are now unable to attack my capital wherever it is, though it will be in Canada.

SpideyFan914

10-01-2010, 12:12 AM

Oh yeah! I almost forgot!

I'm gonna be late updating tomorrow. I'm visting my high school and going to Improv Night. Won't be able to get on 'til I get back to the condos, which is a short train ride from said high school, and then I'll probably spend a bit of time before I log on. So expect it around past midnight, EST as always.

SpideyFan914

10-02-2010, 01:38 AM

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img444.imageshack.us/img444/1011/rtwvii2037.png)

Bostonia spent 8 RES (yeah, you were right, Johnny - I forgot that Ireland had lent you RES) to investigate into the source of the attack. When his Naval Base was hit this, he had satellite focused in on it, observing - and they captured a shot of a bomb being dropped. An Ion Bomb. Scientists have speculated that to capture the force of an Ion Cannon with a bomb is far beyond the reach of any modern technology, including advanced technologies. Only a true genius could have pulled this off.

Unfortunately, the attack has still dealt much damage, and given way for the USA and Beast Coast to make great advances on Bostonian territory.

MINOR EVENTS

In the Beast Coast, great advances have been made in the Space Race, catching up to The 5th Country. The two countries are burning with rivalry.

In Ireland, Gen. Duberman's loan of 3 RES to Bostonia has angered the people dearly. They do not understand why their country continues to invest in a foreign power which they will believe will do nothing but create powerful enemies. Civil unrest has occurred, and as such, the war with Valhalla has reached a stagnant point - soldiers are uncertain who the enemy is.

In other news, Ricky Mauze has attacked the facilities containing the other "zombies". Those that hadn't been fully rehabilitated have now joined Mauze to conquer Florida, which has been named The Magical Kingdom.

Radical Raven

10-02-2010, 07:20 AM

Oooh, Peterson! Surviving through the loopiest of loopholes! You are a slippery one.

Hey, Spideyfan, how do non-Mafioso's contact the Black Market.

chdr

10-02-2010, 08:59 AM

I'm putting 7 res into the space program.

Jmill

10-02-2010, 09:14 AM

8 resources into Operation: Fifth Universe.

On another note, what happened to by job training and space programs in my schools?

The Cartoon

10-02-2010, 10:17 AM

Hey Spideyfan, you forgot to give me Denmark.

For this round, I guess just give me whatever is closest since I can't expand toward the area that I planned.

jacob2037

10-02-2010, 11:14 AM

Pharaoh claims Yemen and buys one ICBM today.

SpideyFan914

10-02-2010, 01:17 PM

Oooh, Peterson! Surviving through the loopiest of loopholes! You are a slippery one.

Hey, Spideyfan, how do non-Mafioso's contact the Black Market.
You can either talk to someone who does have the Illicit Connections bonus, or you can try to lower your morality (but keep in mind that their could be either side-effects there).

8 resources into Operation: Fifth Universe.

On another note, what happened to by job training and space programs in my schools?
I gave you a MOR boost. I was going to give you a HAP boost for it, but you already had a LOT of HAP, so I figured the MOR would be better....

Hey Spideyfan, you forgot to give me Denmark.

For this round, I guess just give me whatever is closest since I can't expand toward the area that I planned.

.... Oops....
Um, pretend I didn't forget and you may expand as such.

Radical Raven

10-02-2010, 01:59 PM

You can either talk to someone who does have the Illicit Connections bonus, or you can try to lower your morality (but keep in mind that their could be either side-effects there).

I gave you a MOR boost. I was going to give you a HAP boost for it, but you already had a LOT of HAP, so I figured the MOR would be better....

.... Oops....
Um, pretend I didn't forget and you may expand as such.

How low would my MOR have to be, exactly?

SpideyFan914

10-02-2010, 02:01 PM

How low would my MOR have to be, exactly?

Mm.... Has Huntsman ever given a specific amount? If not, I'd say 25%. Of course, with the Illicit Connections bonus, you'd also get a discount.

We will be claiming Albania this year. Hail Holly!
-Stryzatski

jph139

10-02-2010, 02:24 PM

Not quitting, hate America, rather let my country die than stop, blah blah blah...

Freedom Fighter

10-02-2010, 02:45 PM

I think I'll just sit back this year and hope the people of Ireland revolt against Duberman.

Radical Raven

10-02-2010, 02:49 PM

Not quitting, hate America, rather let my country die than stop, blah blah blah...

Oh! I just got it! When he's not being Bad Bad Leroy Brown, Sullivan is just like Locke! Except succesful.

Niger is being painted gold.

SpideyFan914

10-02-2010, 06:58 PM

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img227.imageshack.us/img227/8600/rtwvii2038.png)

With the assistance of yet another mysterious Ion Bomb (this time hitting Bostonia's SAM Station), the United States have pushed into Bostonia. They've even launched invasions in South America, digging into enemy territory. Nations all around the world are beginning to wonder where these attacks are coming from.

MINOR EVENTS

In Holy Arabia, some citizens have been observing Akbar Otohime's country, and yearning for his peaceful way of life. A small group of individuals are wondering if perhaps Akbar is Allah's true prophet, and HAP has decreased.

In Ireland, General Thomas Duberman has tried valiantly to cease the rebellion. He's spent the last of his RES to increase his military, but alas, they were no match for civil unrest, and Duberman's been overthrown. The new leader, Michael McMickelson, has transformed Ireland into a Socialist Democracy. The people of Ireland hope for a better tomorrow.

President McMickelson has severed connections with Bostonia, saying that Ireland has no reason to be involved with either of the major superpowers. Mr. O'Sullivan is left to either accept this or react in some form.

President McMickelson has appealed to Valhalla for a truce. If Queen Sabrina will leave Ireland, he will pull his men out of Greenland and return the captured land.

Jmill

10-02-2010, 07:15 PM

I put five resources into the space program. In addition, what is the Assassin's Guild in Mr. Drake's nation?

jacob2037

10-02-2010, 07:27 PM

EXCUSE PHARAOH, Pharaoh should have one ICBM which he purchased last year. What happened to this ICBM?

Pharaoh claims Oman and spends ten resources on war readiness.

Superpan

10-02-2010, 07:36 PM

Hmmm....

While I have been thinking about this, and don't consider it final,

I WILL CONSIDER A PEACE TREATY WITH JOHN O'SULLIVAN IF HE MEETS THESE TERMS

1. HE SURRENDERS ALL LAND THAT HE DOES NOT HOLD IN SOUTH AMERICA TO THE USA.
2. HE SURRENDERS HIS FIRESTORM BARRIERS AND ION CANNON TO THE US
3. HE NEVER BUILDS A NAVAL BASE EVER AGAIN.

The Huntsman

10-02-2010, 07:40 PM

With the assistance of yet another mysterious Ion Bomb (this time hitting Bostonia's SAM Station), the United States have pushed into Bostonia. They've even launched invasions in South America, digging into enemy territory. Nations all around the world are beginning to wonder where these attacks are coming from.Why is Bostonia being singled out? I assume Maximilian Friedmann is behind that, but he would be messing with everybody; although actually, if he messed with anybody first, it would probably be the United States since they sort of screwed him over.

chdr

10-02-2010, 07:57 PM

7 res for the space program.

jph139

10-02-2010, 08:21 PM

Nah, Bostonia's gonna keep rolling. If I lose, I want to kill as many people as possible on the way down. Why kowtow to you now?

Superpan

10-02-2010, 08:34 PM

Because you get a continent out of it, and retain the ability to breathe?

chdr

10-02-2010, 08:40 PM

I'm going to deduct three res from my space program this year to rebuild MIT.

Superpan

10-02-2010, 08:47 PM

I will also deduct three resources from my coffers to help rebuild MIT.

jph139

10-02-2010, 10:03 PM

Listen, guy. You blew up my country, my friends, my family, my cabinet, and everything I've ever owned. The only thing keeping South America from taking my down like freakin' JFK in Dallas is the fact I'll murder anyone who looks crooked at me.

When I say "victory or death," I damn well mean it.

Also, uhh, MIT is kinda, poof, gone. It was in Cambridge and I'm pretty sure that was blown up with everything else outside of Boston. I mean I guess you could rebuild it, but, like, y'know. No real point. All the scientists there are dead now.

chdr

10-02-2010, 10:15 PM

jph139

10-02-2010, 10:20 PM

SpideyFan914

10-02-2010, 10:48 PM

EXCUSE PHARAOH, Pharaoh should have one ICBM which he purchased last year. What happened to this ICBM?

Pharaoh claims Yemen and spends all remaining resources which he owns on war readiness.
Because let me fix that.
And, uh, you already claimed Yemen....

Why is Bostonia being singled out? I assume Maximilian Friedmann is behind that, but he would be messing with everybody; although actually, if he messed with anybody first, it would probably be the United States since they sort of screwed him over.

Any reason why I'd reveal top secret information on the mysterious third party? All your questions will be answered in time. ;)

The Huntsman

10-02-2010, 10:50 PM

Any reason why I'd reveal top secret information on the mysterious third party?You have done several things this game that I believe have been fundamentally unfair. I'm afraid that it may be happening again.

SpideyFan914

10-02-2010, 10:52 PM

You have done several things this game that I believe have been fundamentally unfair. I'm afraid that it may be happening again.

Your concerns will be answered next year.

Superpan

10-02-2010, 10:59 PM

Hey, wow, low blow there. "Survived" is a pretty broad statement. I mean, IT GOT HIT WITH A FREAKIN' BOMB THAT DESTROYED HALF A CONTINENT. Like, 90% of the people there are dead. Destruction everywhere. It's a hunk of rock in the Atlantic now.

And I didn't "abandon" anything. You a-holes were going to conquer it anyways. Like, uhh, what's his name, MacArthur in the Philippines. "We shall return" and all that.

I've been to Boston. MIT basically IS Cambridge, which basically IS Boston.

By the way, Mr. O'Sullivan, I do hope you die due to the fact that I MISSED A QUESTION IN HISTORY CLASS ABOUT YOU! IT turns out that John O'Sullivan is the man who invented Manifest Destiny!

GAZE UPON THE FACE OF YOUR DECREPIT KING, SOUTH AMERICA!
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c3/John_O%27Sullivan.jpg/504px-John_O%27Sullivan.jpg (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c3/John_O%27Sullivan.jpg)

HE HAS A MUSTACHE.......OF PURE EVIL!

SpideyFan914

10-02-2010, 11:07 PM

He reminds me of Teddy Roosevelt, haha! Coincidence? I think NOT!!

jacob2037

10-02-2010, 11:49 PM

Because let me fix that.
And, uh, you already claimed Yemen....

Oman, that is. DO NOT EXPECT PHARAOH TO KNOW ALL THIS GEOLOGY, PHARAOH DID NOT GO TO COLLEGE!

Also, Pharaoh will only be spending ten resources on war readiness this year. Not all of them.

Superpan

10-02-2010, 11:50 PM

Actually, he was big around 10 years before TR's birth. Maybe he was his real father? :confused:

Also, not trying to make enemies, but Geography, not Geology.

SpideyFan914

10-03-2010, 12:18 AM

Pharaoh should do what Evil Spider-Man does, and use Google Images five times a year. ;)

Freedom Fighter

10-03-2010, 01:24 PM

I am debating investigating this mysterious force that wants to blow Bostonia to smithereens. If the world has a supervillain, I demand to know who it is!

I am also elated that General Duberman has been overthrown. That no-goodnik stuck his head where it didn't belong.

President McMickelson, I am hesitant to simply call off this war. I've found over the years that it's hard to trust world leaders any more when it comes to being friendly with them.

Il leader del mondo sono sporchi, stinkin' bugiardi! Tutti voi sputo sugli ideali di pace e di buona volontà verso l'umanità!

Well put, dear husband. Therefore, you must agree to the following concessions before I accept your truce offer:
1. I MUST HAVE ASSURANCE THAT YOUR TROOPS WILL PULL OUT OF MY LAND FIRST.
2. YOU MUST AGREE TO EXPORT ALL OF YOUR INCOMING RESOURCES TO ME FOR THE NEXT 5 YEARS.
3. YOU MUST AGREE TO PARTAKE OF A TEST OF LOYALTY AND PASS, WITHIN THE NEXT 12-18 MONTHS.

I would suggest not delaying in making a decision, Mr. President.

SpideyFan914

10-03-2010, 01:46 PM

Freedom Fighter

10-03-2010, 02:32 PM

Michael McMickelson: Your first term is satisfactory. The second one, however, seems a bit much - I've just taken this country, and we haven't a penny to our name. And your third term is.... vague....I need to be assured that you won't try to do the same thing that General Duberman did and attack me. If that means handicapping your economy, then so be it!

And vague? I'm going to ask you to do something to prove your loyalty, and if you don't do it when I tell you to do it, then I'm gonna come over there and kick you off the island myself!

SpideyFan914

10-03-2010, 05:49 PM

I need to be assured that you won't try to do the same thing that General Duberman did and attack me. If that means handicapping your economy, then so be it!

And vague? I'm going to ask you to do something to prove your loyalty, and if you don't do it when I tell you to do it, then I'm gonna come over there and kick you off the island myself!

Michael McMickelson: We do not want any further wars, and we fear that whatever you have in mind may prove troublesome. Besides, we aren't seeking friendship, merely truce.

Freedom Fighter

10-03-2010, 07:14 PM

Michael McMickelson: We do not want any further wars, and we fear that whatever you have in mind may prove troublesome. Besides, we aren't seeking friendship, merely truce.Friendship? Friendship? FRIENDSHIP? Your predecessor invaded MY land, and you think I'm seeking FRIENDSHIP?

I'm not backing down on this! Accept my terms, or no truce!

SpideyFan914

10-03-2010, 07:23 PM

Friendship? Friendship? FRIENDSHIP? Your predecessor invaded MY land, and you think I'm seeking FRIENDSHIP?

I'm not backing down on this! Accept my terms, or no truce!

Michael McMickelson: I merely ask that you define this "loyalty test." It is, essentially, an unknown term.

Freedom Fighter

10-03-2010, 07:29 PM

Michael McMickelson: I merely ask that you define this "loyalty test." It is, essentially, an unknown term.I cannot define it because I haven't decided what it's going to be yet! Sheesh! You and all your questions!

SpideyFan914

10-03-2010, 07:50 PM

I cannot define it because I haven't decided what it's going to be yet! Sheesh! You and all your questions!

Michael McMickelson: Then I can only agree to the first two terms. I believe that is more than reasonable.

SpideyFan914

10-03-2010, 08:28 PM

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img709.imageshack.us/img709/5466/rtwvii2039.png)

The United States has been hit with an Ion Bomb. It would seem that someone is unhappy with how the war's been going....

MINOR EVENTS

The rebuilding of MIT has improved education in The United States of America. As such, HAP and MOR have increased. However, the apparent wish to gain the Technological Advanced bonus has not been granted, as most of the old scientists working at MIT were killed by the Experimental Bomb.

The 5th Country has taken a massive lead in the Space Race, getting a grant from the USA and spending 30 RES on their Space Program. Victory is in their grasp.

In Valhalla and Ireland, the war has been stagnant as terms are negotiated. Neither set of citizens are all too happy with this, and so HAP has dropped slightly.

Small cults are arising within Holy Arabia which follow the teachings of Akbar Otohim. It is recommended that some action be taken, or citizens may move to Allah's Haven....

The Land of Lipschitz has purchased an MOAB. They fear being dragged into the western wars, and hope to use this as an incentive not to provoke them.

Jmill

10-03-2010, 08:37 PM

I invest another thirty resources into Operation: Fifth Universe.

Superpan

10-03-2010, 08:39 PM

Well, that was nice. So glad that mysterious benefactor is such a coward that he relies on an ion cannon to do his work for him. You know what, fine. I CAN'T do anything this year. So, I'll wait for this guy to just destroy me. Of course, he'll be murdering alot of people but I think we've established that none of the world leaders actually CARE about human life, so we'll just wait for the scumbag to kill some more people. I mean, who cares about their people, huh?

See, Bostonia, this is why I offered peace. Remember if I fall, that you have a nigh-powerful guy as a next door neighbor. I have no interest in expanding further south. Of course, you're so "macho" Mr. O'Sullivan that you'll try to keep on killing me. So, yeah, bring it on benefactor.

SO COME ON, SCUMBAG! WHATCHA GOING TO DO? HUH! COWARD!!!

jph139

10-03-2010, 09:08 PM

Yeah, I'll keep fighting. Why? 'cause the only thing I have to live for right now is watching you die. I'd like to do it myself, but I wouldn't mind if someone else brings your empire down.

jacob2037

10-03-2010, 09:25 PM

Pharaoh does several things this year:

- Spends 5 resources on PUBLIC WORKS PROJECT for whiny citizens!
- Declares war on this evil Akbar man who claims Allah loves him... but Pharaoh knows Allah does not love this evil man!
- Buys another ICBM and launches it at this evil Akbar's country! Ha! Do you still want to follow this evil Akbar now that he has giant bomb explosion in the middle of his nation!?!?!
- Spends all other resources on WAR READINESS so Pharaoh will be ready to kill this evil liar Akbar

SpideyFan914

10-04-2010, 10:15 AM

Freedom Fighter

10-04-2010, 05:04 PM

Michael McMickelson: Then I can only agree to the first two terms. I believe that is more than reasonable.For not agreeing to the loyalty test, I now tack on an extra year to the resource exportation clause. That means six years total now.

That's my absolute, final order! Take it or leave it!

SpideyFan914

10-04-2010, 06:19 PM

For not agreeing to the loyalty test, I now tack on an extra year to the resource exportation clause. That means six years total now.

That's my absolute, final order! Take it or leave it!

McMickelson: Does that mean you're removing the loyalty test then? In that case, I'll accept the offer.

Freedom Fighter

10-04-2010, 06:42 PM

McMickelson: Does that mean you're removing the loyalty test then? In that case, I'll accept the offer.Yes and very well, then.

SpideyFan914

10-04-2010, 11:43 PM

HERE IS THE MAP! (http://img137.imageshack.us/img137/3400/rtwvii2040.png)

The USA and Bostonia have declared a ceasefire. Furthermore, the USA has set up a blockade around the Fortress of Solitude. It is uncertain which of these explain why no Ion Bombs have been dropped this year.

Furthermore, Holy Arabia has declared war on Allah's Haven. While most of Pharaoh's citizens were pleased by the Public Works Projects built, a small sect was infuriated by the war, and have joined Allah's Haven.

MINOR EVENTS

The 5th Country has placed a man on Mars. As Nate Armenleg took his first steps, he shouted the memorable phrase, "This dawns a new era for man and mankind alike!"

jacob2037

10-04-2010, 11:51 PM

Pharaoh does the following things this year:

-Gives 10 resources to Mr. Dead John Williams' Ghost
-Gives 8 resources to War readiness
-Shoots another ICBM at this evil Akbar man! You shall die evil Akbar!

That is all.

Superpan

10-04-2010, 11:57 PM

Hmmm...

Mr. O'Sullivan how do we propose we go from here? It seems to be confirmed that Friedmann is the man behind the ion cannon attacks on my nation. If he merely wants us to be in our seperate spheres, then I wouldn't mind if you give me all land in North America and I give you all my land in South America, plus joint control over your ion cannon.

However, they could just be biding their time. It is possible we may need to pursue further action. What do you think, Mr. O'Sullivan?