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A Legion to Defend You

Nanakaland
26-11-2004, 20:43
A Legion to Protect You
Originally founded by Nanakaland on January 1, 2004, the Legion of Defense (LoD) is the oldest purely defensive alliance around. While recently, many have come up with similar ideas, the Legion of Defense (LoD) is the longest lasting of those, so trust the alliance that will last to defend you.

It was originally called the NationStates Protectorate Service (NSPS). However, after the number of Protectors clearly outnumbered the Protectorates, it changed its name to the Legion of Defense (LoD). It had created a charter and was very active in its day. It ceased-to-exist after its long-time-leader and founder Nanakaland left NationStates.

However, with Nanakaland back to NationStates, the Legion of Defense has become active again. It has gotten new forums (http://s3.invisionfree.com/Legion_of_Defense), has an active Council, and has passed 3 ammendments in less than a week.

Here is the basic way it works:

Smaller and weaker nations sign up as Protectorates. Their obligation to the alliance is basically to not be an agressor in an unjust conflict. If they follow the Charter, they will be defended. However, they have less say in the Legion because they don't have to send forces to help in the Legion's conflicts.

Larger and stronger nations or Protectorates who upgrade are Protectors. They have more power in the Legion of Defense, but with that comes more responsibility. They have to defend any Legion member that is under attack (if the Council approves the conflict by a vote). They also can't go warmongering or it may cost them their membership (this only happend once in the history of the Legion, so we aren't aggressively kicking members).

Protectors who get elected are Council members. They have the most power, but also the most responsibility. They get the final say on ammendments, propisitions, conflicts, membership admission. However, they are the only group that has to run for reelection and most decisions become public afterwards, so they have to be careful. Most decisions are passed by a 2/3 majority and attendance on every vote isn't manditory (as soon as 2/3 of the Council vote yes or no, the vote ends with 24 hours for other Council members to vote just for the record). With the exception of the first Council which weren't elected because not too many people were running, all Council members are elected into office by all of the Legion of Defense (1/3 at a once a month sliding schedule) and if they want to remain in power must represent the Legion fairly. The only special position in the Council is the Chief Speaker, who represents the majority of the Council's views (chosen by a Council vote, vote can be called by 1/3 of the Council once a month).

There are also Ambassadors. Ambassadors are not members of the LoD, but members of other alliances wishing for peaceful terms with the Legion. They have special accounts on the forums and are able to negotiate. Ambassadors are accepted into the Legion usually without a problem and their alliance chooses who will represent them. Ambassadors can't be members of the LoD (after all, they're there to represent a different alliance). Ambassadors have to have their leader's approval (or be their leader).

If you are interested at signing up for the Legion of Defense or becoming an Ambassador, visit our forums (http://s3.invisionfree.com/Legion_of_Defense) and go to the registration forum. You are welcome to also register at this thread, but still create a topic in the registration forum so our overworked admins can keep track of all members. You can also visit our forums if you wish to have more information on this defensive alliance.
Presgreif
26-11-2004, 20:45
How could you have started this in January if your nation was created in November of that year (kidding, kidding) :p

Am I to assume then that your proposed merger fell through?
Nanakaland
26-11-2004, 20:57
I'm A March 2003 nation. Ask anyone around from 2003. (I know you were joking, but I still have to say it for public record.)

Am I to assume then that your proposed merger fell through?No. No one replied yet. I just want to have more members. That way a merger would be a very good option.
Presgreif
26-11-2004, 21:00
Well, I'll wait to see if your proposition goes through. If it doesn't, I'll contact you, okeedokee? :)
Witzgall
26-11-2004, 21:02
Overworked my ass, Nanakaland...you know damn well you do nothing! You slave driver!

LOL, just kidding NK...

Join the LoD and be my friend! :)
Kyanges
26-11-2004, 21:19
The Republic of Kyanges would like to join as a Protectorate in the LoD.
I've registered, but haven't posted in the other forums yet.
Bariloche
26-11-2004, 22:28
Welcome, and please do go to the official forums, and be sure to check the campaing threads to see who's representing your interests in the Council.

Pablo Bernal
President of the Free Community of Bariloche
Protector and Council Member of the Legion of Defense

...oh, yeah and BUMP :D
Praetonia
26-11-2004, 22:39
OOC: Im considering rejoining, but Im a tad Imperialistic and I think I may be kicked out. Hmm...
Bariloche
26-11-2004, 23:18
If imperialistic means attacking another countries for economy and power's sake, yep... :p
Nanakaland
27-11-2004, 01:03
.::BUMP::.
The Order of Reptiles
27-11-2004, 01:04
I'm game. Two billion should qualify me to be a protector. After school, among other things, made the CIP fall through, I need something to liven this game up.
Nanakaland
27-11-2004, 01:04
OOC: Im considering rejoining, but Im a tad Imperialistic and I think I may be kicked out. Hmm...

Well, if you're a good imperialist and come up with a convincing reason for each conflict, I see no problem... As long as it isn't warmongering - or as long as the Council doesn't see it as warmongering.

Not that I'm endorsing imperialism. ;)
Nanakaland
27-11-2004, 01:05
I'm game. Two billion should qualify me to be a protector. After school, among other things, made the CIP fall through, I need something to liven this game up.

Sure. Just sign up at the forums.
Euroslavia
27-11-2004, 01:16
OOC: Im considering rejoining, but Im a tad Imperialistic and I think I may be kicked out. Hmm...


OOC: You should join because I'm in it. :p

Seriously though, the LoD could use a nation such as you in the Alliance.
Nanakaland
27-11-2004, 01:19
OOC: You should join because I'm in it. :p

Seriously though, the LoD could use a nation such as you in the Alliance.

Yeah. Like I said. If you, Praetonia, just keep your imperialism secret and use careful wording and come up with good excuses, you can get in. The Legion can use any type of government. It's main goal is to defend members, not to kick people.

[OOC: Why do you think the rich criminals get away with almost anything? Good lawyers.]
Tiborita
28-11-2004, 02:15
bvmp
Northrop-Grumman
28-11-2004, 07:20
>::BUMP::<
Nanakaland
28-11-2004, 17:09
The Legion of Defense is getting close to a merger with another (http://forums2.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=376288) similar alliance. It will probably be negotiated in another thread. I'll post a link here when I can.
Tomzilla
28-11-2004, 17:18
I'll probably join the Legion of Defense after I get out of a war I am in now.
Hallad
28-11-2004, 17:31
I'm the Socialist Federation of Hallad and I support this messge.

http://spuhler.web.aplus.net/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderfiles/enteringcandyshoppe.jpg

We in the Legion of Defense take care of your needs. With lots and lots of CANDY! So come, join us!

http://www.mccrecords.com/chupac1%20adventuresbeyond.gif

We in the LoD understand just how awesome Chupacabras are. But, are they bats? Lizards? You decide!

http://www.ontariostorms.com/jkoole/000005-awesome.jpg

We in the LoD will make this happen to you if you don't join! But, if you do join, you get a free lolly!
Nanakaland
28-11-2004, 17:34
lol

Now that's what I call a bump.
Hallad
28-11-2004, 17:49
Well, I try my best. :D
Tomzilla
28-11-2004, 18:05
Say, can I still join the LoD if a member of the LoD declared war on the international community(which includes me) and I answer their declaration of war with my declaration of war against said nation?
Tomzilla
28-11-2004, 18:09
Overworked my ass, Nanakaland...you know damn well you do nothing! You slave driver!

LOL, just kidding NK...

Join the LoD and be my friend! :)

Hey, didn't you just declare war on the international community.
Rinceweed
28-11-2004, 18:48
Hmm, is the LoD limited to FT members, MT members, PT members, or a mix of any two or three?
Nanakaland
28-11-2004, 19:31
Say, can I still join the LoD if a member of the LoD declared war on the international community(which includes me) and I answer their declaration of war with my declaration of war against said nation?

Sure. Just wait until after the conflict. Don't destroy Witzgall. Just install a better government (if you win).
Nanakaland
28-11-2004, 19:32
Hmm, is the LoD limited to FT members, MT members, PT members, or a mix of any two or three?

No limits in the LoD. Nanakaland itself is Modern Tech, Future Tech, and Fantasy.
Rinceweed
28-11-2004, 19:48
Very well. I'm both MT and FT, so i'd love to join the LoD if that would be alright. I would, of course, sign up as a protector.
Tomzilla
28-11-2004, 20:57
Sure. Just wait until after the conflict. Don't destroy Witzgall. Just install a better government (if you win).

Its a war against the government, not the people. We will not harm the people.
Rinceweed
29-11-2004, 17:21
Very well. I'm both MT and FT, so i'd love to join the LoD if that would be alright. I would, of course, sign up as a protector.

Pretty please?
Northrop-Grumman
29-11-2004, 22:47
>::BUMP::<
Hallad
29-11-2004, 22:48
I'm the Socialist Federation of Hallad and I support this messge.

http://spuhler.web.aplus.net/sitebuildercontent/sitebuilderfiles/enteringcandyshoppe.jpg

We in the Legion of Defense take care of your needs. With lots and lots of CANDY! So come, join us!

http://www.mccrecords.com/chupac1%20adventuresbeyond.gif

We in the LoD understand just how awesome Chupacabras are. But, are they bats? Lizards? You decide!

http://www.ontariostorms.com/jkoole/000005-awesome.jpg

We in the LoD will make this happen to you if you don't join! But, if you do join, you get a free lolly!


^^
Bariloche
30-11-2004, 19:42
Bump, bumpity, bump...
Nanakaland
30-11-2004, 22:35
Pretty please?

Please create an account and an application thread on our forums (http://s3.invisionfree.com/Legion_of_Defense/) and I'll be more than happy to approve your membership.
Nanakaland
01-12-2004, 20:08
.::BUMP::.
Bariloche
02-12-2004, 16:09
<SIGH>... BUMP

Not good nanak, we've got to spice things up.
Jindrak
02-12-2004, 16:23
I may only have 800 some million, but I'll join, My main army is using orbital weapons and air force weapons.

-Thomas Jindrak Kay
Cpt. Black Knight Infantry


(OOC: Yes I know what godmoding is, my orbital weapons aren't that good. Also, if you have ever watched wrestling the initials of this should remind you of something.)
Nanakaland
02-12-2004, 22:44
Okay. Just post on our forums and you'll be in.
Nanakaland
04-12-2004, 00:20
.::BUMP::.
Nanakaland
11-12-2004, 20:58
.::BUMP::.
The Order of Reptiles
12-12-2004, 03:46
Pardon me, old chap, but I never got any sort of confirmation Email to make possible my joining of this fine organization. Would you like me to re-apply, or what?
Xrypti
12-12-2004, 03:58
*tag* see my thread
Nanakaland
12-12-2004, 04:01
Pardon me, old chap, but I never got any sort of confirmation Email to make possible my joining of this fine organization. Would you like me to re-apply, or what?

Did you apply on our forums? Did you post in the registration forum?
The Order of Reptiles
12-12-2004, 06:12
Ah, no, that's a rather roundabout way of doing things. I had assumed that one posted on the registration forum after one had been accepted, thought it was your version of the intro forum. It shall be amended momentarily.