NationStates Jolt Archive

hi im new, so what exactly should a new person like me do? I have no clue whats going on and stuff, so if som1 could give me an overview of the forums, tht be nice.

Get into fruitless debates about politics mostly. That's how I made my name. (Never said it was a good one):D

Read before you post. Most of the moderators recommend new people to go to something called The One-Stop Rules Shop, or something like that. I've never read it, but I do believe it is generally recommended.

Learn to google. If you hang out in General you will sooner or later say something that someone will demand you support with an online source, preferably academic, journalistic, and/or governmental.

I don't do the RP forums, but I believe they are pretty strict about role play etiquette and procedures.

Try not to take things personally.

And welcome. :)

hi im new, so what exactly should a new person like me do? I have no clue whats going on and stuff, so if som1 could give me an overview of the forums, tht be nice.


Just a forum really to discuss everyday things and find out how insane you really are compared to the insanity that goes on here.

Suggestion:

Just post pics of yourself with cat ears or a corset. You will have friends immediately. If you are a guy and do this that would be even more memorable.

Start or join a thread about something going on in the world. But as long as we're here, tell us about what current events you know of and what you think about them.

Familiarise yourself with the rules. The One-Stop Rules Shop (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=416023). There is no excuse to not know the rules, especially when you ask for an overview.

Oh and welcome, I'm one of your friendly moderators. It is typically advised that you don't stick your fingers in my cage because I have been known to bite.

Familiarise yourself with the rules. The One-Stop Rules Shop (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=416023). There is no excuse to not know the rules, especially when you ask for an overview.

Oh and welcome, I'm one of your friendly moderators. It is typically advised that you don't stick your fingers in my cage because I have been known to bite.

*pokes with a stick*

Welcome to the madhouse.:)

Start or join a thread about something going on in the world. But as long as we're here, tell us about what current events you know of and what you think about them.
I dunno what exact current events u want, but here are some i know of:
well i know a couple things. There is the swine flue, Germany just reported its first case of it not too long ago, North Korea fired that so called "satelite" like 3 weeks ago or around that, i guess thats a few things. Like what exactly do u want for current events?

I dunno what exact current events u want, but here are some i know of:
well i know a couple things. There is the swine flue, Germany just reported its first case of it not too long ago, North Korea fired that so called "satelite" like 3 weeks ago or around that, i guess thats a few things. Like what exactly do u want for current events?

Ah, those have already been posted. How about this:

Go into threads, and make semi-relevant and maybe even completely relevant (SHOCKER!) posts, and reply to anyone who responds to you in a relevant manner. And don't insult them.

o and another thing, ive been noticing like this so called "games" and such. Like what is the point of them exactly? and also another quick question. Is there a way to actually make ur country stronger, or does it just randomly change over time?

I dunno what exact current events u want, but here are some i know of:
well i know a couple things. There is the swine flue, Germany just reported its first case of it not too long ago, North Korea fired that so called "satelite" like 3 weeks ago or around that, i guess thats a few things. Like what exactly do u want for current events?

As a general rule you need to be on top of something going on to post about it. Let's say a Meteor is heading for earth. It just pops on the CNN/BBC/Whatever home page. Link to that story you are interested in and add your two cents. However if you are not the first to post about it you may get your post merged or deleted because it's a copy cat. So look around before you post about something in the news. Make sure you are not repeating something already being discussed on the board.

o and another thing, ive been noticing like this so called "games" and such. Like what is the point of them exactly? and also another quick question. Is there a way to actually make ur country stronger, or does it just randomly change over time?

I don't know the trick, but I've managed to keep my economy at "frightening" for almost 6 years now. The decisions you make on the issues control that. Your population increases with time.

o and another thing, ive been noticing like this so called "games" and such. Like what is the point of them exactly? and also another quick question. Is there a way to actually make ur country stronger, or does it just randomly change over time?

Eh, it grows with time. I think what you're referring to is II. If you're planning to go over there, no offense intended mind you, fix your spelling. Over there, you roleplay what your nation does on the international stage. It's slightly affected by your nations population and spending and the sort, but for the most part, it's your skill at roleplaying.

I dunno what exact current events u want, but here are some i know of:
well i know a couple things. There is the swine flue, Germany just reported its first case of it not too long ago, North Korea fired that so called "satelite" like 3 weeks ago or around that, i guess thats a few things. Like what exactly do u want for current events?

Anything you heard of. For example, I just posted a thread about Sony's new PSP. (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=1227) I like to read about what else is going on in other parts of the world. Speaking of which, where doesth thee hail from?

Anything you heard of. For example, I just posted a thread about Sony's new PSP. (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=1227) I like to read about what else is going on in other parts of the world. Speaking of which, where doesth thee hail from?

umm im guessing you mean where im from? If so: USA

umm im guessing you mean where im from? If so: USA
Yeah! Another strike against the ebil foreign commies!:p

Yeah! Another strike against the ebil foreign commies!:p

Don't be so hasty: he may be a domestic commie. You know the one that call themselves liberals.:tongue:

commies suck.

Don't be so hasty: he may be a domestic commie. You know the one that call themselves liberals.:tongue:

Eh, domestic commies aren't so bad. At least they fit in with the red on our flag. :p

commies suck.

Glad to hear it soldier. Now get back out against the Soviet Union!

What? What's that? They fell years ago? FUCK! Now who are we supposed to fight?

*sends Yodo out to China*

Anything you heard of. For example, I just posted a thread about Sony's new PSP. (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/forumdisplay.php?f=1227) I like to read about what else is going on in other parts of the world. Speaking of which, where doesth thee hail from?

Glad to hear it soldier. Now get back out against the Soviet Union!

What? What's that? They fell years ago? FUCK! Now who are we supposed to fight?

*sends Yodo out to China*

lol.

Three pieces of advice if participating in II:
1) Have a dictionary handy or use spell check
2) Use propper grammer, avoid making text message-type posts like the plague.
3.) For god`s sake, be semi-realistic. Nobody has an invicible military.

Other than that, just watch and learn. If you`re lucky an experience RP`er will take you under their wing.

I dunno what exact current events u want, but here are some i know of:
well i know a couple things. There is the swine flue, Germany just reported its first case of it not too long ago, North Korea fired that so called "satelite" like 3 weeks ago or around that, i guess thats a few things. Like what exactly do u want for current events?

Drop the terms "u" for you and have your sentences grammatically correct such as capital letters at the start of eac sentence.

Drop the terms "u" for you and have your sentences grammatically correct such as capital letters at the start of eac sentence.

And dropping the "h" is always a good thing....:D

And dropping the "h" is always a good thing....:D

Listen to tis man e knows wat e is saying. :tongue:

Welcome to NationStates, Yodobashi. We hope you stay a long time.

But be warned, once you're here for a while, you can never leave.

Ah, those have already been posted. How about this:

Go into threads, and make semi-relevant and maybe even completely relevant (SHOCKER!) posts, and reply to anyone who responds to you in a relevant manner. And don't insult them.But the Pineapple Man doesn't like pork chops, pooface.

Hello and welcome. Nice to meet you. I'm just a simple goofball so feel free to underestimate me. :)

Hi, welcome. My only advice is - don't take things personally, if someone disagrees with you that doesn't mean he/she doesn't like you, it just means he/she disagrees with you. Ad hominem attacks are a big no-no - it's called flaming and it can get you mod-slapped.

Never, never, never underestimate LG - he has attack weasels.

commies suck.

http://blogs.creativeloafing.com/dailyloaf/files/2008/10/anakin-skywalker.jpg

Ahhh, the force is strong in this one.

I shall take you under my wing, fellow anti-communist. ;)

On behalf of NSG's resident anti-Communist, welcome!:)

1: Source! Always be prepared to provide a link that proves your claims in a debate.

2: Please enjoy the pissing contest.

3: If you are not a cocksucking, chicken-shit, communist faggot, then you will gang-raped by the oppressive mods.

http://blogs.creativeloafing.com/dailyloaf/files/2008/10/anakin-skywalker.jpg

Ahhh, the force is strong in this one.

I shall take you under my wing, fellow anti-communist. ;)

On behalf of NSG's resident anti-Communist, welcome!:)

We will bury you.

Rules
#1 Have Fun.

#2 fuck with people.

#3 quote offline books and primary sources people don't know what to do when you do that.

Conform to our Communist view or escape, otherwise you will be absorbed. Resistance is futile.

http://images.boardgamegeek.com/images/pic249667_lg.jpg


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#3 quote offline books and primary sources people don't know what to do when you do that.

Because they don't exist, silly!

In any event. Start lots of threads about gay marriage, gun control and abortion stuffs. You'll be super popular.

Because they don't exist, silly!

In any event. Start lots of threads about gay marriage, gun control and abortion stuffs. You'll be super popular.

its more like people dont want to get out of their computer chair and go to the library.

#3 quote offline books and primary sources people don't know what to do when you do that.

I did that extensively before, and it really pisses-off the posters.

I did that extensively before, and it really pisses-off the posters.

which is why I like to do it.
And it also encourages NSG to use their local library.
Just trying to do my part to make the local communities a better place.

its more like people dont want to get out of their computer chair and go to the library.

Even better cite books that aren't in the library, like the first edition of Tragedy and Hope.

Even better cite books that aren't in the library, like the first edition of Tragedy and Hope.

Or cite books that are in a foreign language, preferably one that's not common, and for which there are no translations.

or

cite Ayn Rand

Even better cite books that aren't in the library, like the first edition of Tragedy and Hope.

HEHE in order to counter my source, you must go to the Abbey of Saint Sixtus of Westvleteren and read their classical works.

Just post pics of yourself with cat ears or a corset. You will have friends immediately. If you are a guy and do this that would be even more memorable.

I am Skallvia, and I second this motion! lol

I am Skallvia, and I second this motion! lol

poor nana kun she would never live it down if some guy copied her.

Welcome to Nationstates.

lol.

You have a sense of humor. This is good.

Additional advice:

Pay attention to the words of the one called Lunatic Goofballs. He is never wrong. He is also extremely funny.

We prefer proper grammar and spelling. If you make a poorly spelled post, people will pick it apart rather than your argument.

*pokes with a stick*

*breaks your stick and sends you to the time out corner*