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The Colonisation of Ganymede (Open RP)

Social Progressionists
17-08-2004, 13:26
It had been 8 rough years of life settled upon the surface of Jupiter's moon, Ganymede.


http://galileo.jpl.nasa.gov/gallery/images/ganymede-main.jpg


The negligable atmosphere and freezing temperatures on the planet had made colonisation difficult for the Social Progressionist movement that had left the comfort of Earth for the new challenge of creating a paradise far away and safe from interference.
However, the determination and industriousness of the settlers had allowed for the virtual completion of the first city to grace the surface of the alien world; Neo Alexandria named in reverence and in love for the movement's leader, First Minister Alexander Mangan.

The central section of the city was created from the remnants and materials of the Colony ship that had brought them to this moon. This was then supplemented with sections constructed using local materials.
Power systems were generated using nuclear fusion technology fueled by hydrogen harvested from Jupiter's almost invisible but nonetheless present ring system.
This hydrogen was also used to assist in the production of water though some localised deposits already existed near the ice caps.
Breathable oxygen was supplemented from the extensive iron oxide deposits beneath the surface.
Food was harvested from the plants that grew in the hydroponic farms that stretched for miles in every direction from Neo Alexandria.

The First Minister looked out into the sky through his sealed window, observing the beauty and magnificence of Jupiter.
He pondered long there situation.

Ganymede is still empty despite our colonial efforts. We need companionship, we need allies. Loneliness is just as much a killer as structural integrity failure.

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Announcement from the First Minister.

Greetings, I represent the Colony of the Social Progressionist movement and we wish to inform interested powers and states to consider colonising Ganymede. We realise the necessity of diplomatic success for it comes to our attention that for us to grow out of the depths of stagnation, we will need outsider help. We appeal to nations who are willing to come to Ganymede, colonise and reap the benefits of a profitable and progressive future.

Good Journey
Alexander Mangan
The Colony of Social Progressionists
Universalist Totality
17-08-2004, 15:14
To Alexander Mangan of Social Progressionists

Greetings again my friend,
We have received your transmission and would like to learn more about your proposition. From what we understand, you are asking that we colonize a part of Ganymede and claim that part as our own sovereign territory. Is that correct? If so, please advice as to how your nation will benefit from this. I await your input.

AdV.
Social Progressionists
17-08-2004, 16:03
To Alexander Mangan of Social Progressionists

Greetings again my friend,
We have received your transmission and would like to learn more about your proposition. From what we understand, you are asking that we colonize a part of Ganymede and claim that part as our own sovereign territory. Is that correct? If so, please advice as to how your nation will benefit from this. I await your input.

AdV.

The benefit is mutual. If more nations are involved in the colonial process then it is likely that we would have to cooperate. A sharing of resources, manpower and expertise would streamline the whole process. Not to mention the fact that international trade on Ganymede would benefit all, the profits extracted could be great.
Universalist Totality
17-08-2004, 16:11
Reply

I have consulted the National Assembly on this matter and we have decided to send an expeditionary team to gather information on Ganymede and determin the optimal location for our initial colonization of that planet. We would highly appreciate any maps and information you may have that would eventually aid us in this venture. Please advise.

AdV.
Universalist Totality
17-08-2004, 16:12
ooc: Did you get my telegram?