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Greetings from Xeraph!

The Emperor applauds your climb from obscurity to power. He is quite interested in the Planet Tarsonis, and would like to know how Xeraph can come to terms in the aquisition of the Planet.

respectfully,

Vlad, Prince of the Empire, Regent of The Grey Phoenix, in the Name of the Emperor.

Hello from Palegions. We are very interested in Kingdom No. 2. Being new - yet very strong and very willing, we would like to know if Kingdom 2, Tarsonis, is located on Planet Tarsonis and very humbly request information on how we may acquire such a Kingdom. We await your response.

Thanking you most sincerely,

Lady Miriam

Vlad,

I am most distressed, as it has come to my attention that you are speaking ill of me as well as my country. To state that we can not be trusted and having never communicated or even met with any of our countrymen or esteemed court is in itself childish and a desperate measure on your part - for what we cannot understand. Word of this encouraged my court to research your posts and 'political' involvement. We recognize that though you are large (and I must qualify this - just in physical size), you have habitually responded in a most cowardly and self-absorbed manner, as is evident in your venomous, volatile attacks on new nations and anyone that you feel might at some point be a threat to your weak minded world. We have also determined that you have created many nations to 'aid' you in your attempts at world domination. From what we understand this is not an accepted practice in the great RPG of Nation States, nor is it ethical - but from you that is to be expected. We are taking this as a threat against our Country as well as a foolish, childish and most unfounded attack on all we stand for. We may be new - and small - but do not underestimate the power of Honesty and Fairness.

We, the Nation of the Righteous Palagians, beseech the aide of any other Nations that believe in any form of fairness and justice. We are too aware that we cannot conquer this lunatic tyrant who believes he can throw his size around and abuse and belittle any that are just trying to assure their people have what they need to enjoy life without unnecessarily stepping on the toes and / or squashing those that appear smaller or weaker. Mark my words Vlad - Alaric - whoever you pretend to be today - We won't sit idly by and watch you unfairly and unjustly abuse other nations. You can squash us if you choose but we know it is just a matter of time when someone will be big enough to put you in your rightful place.

May God have mercy on your vile and empty soul.

Are there any nations that will help defend the fairness of this great RPG? We implore you, most humbly to come to our aide.

Most Sincerely Grateful,

Lady Miriam of the Righteous Pelagians

=== Private Correspondence to Lady Miriam ===
O' Honest and Fair Lady Miriam,

It is safe to say that we have a mutual enemy. Unfortunately, all 100% of Tihlandians resources are being used to defend itself from Guffingford and his ally, Xeraph, at this time. You see, I made the mistake of announcing to the world that we do not have a military. Of course, we have been building a military since that statement was made since we were going to be attacked by Guffingford and company.

We are currently at war, and if your small nation would like to aid us, you are more than welcome to. The war is taking place at http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?p=8388161. We have a large population, and we are a very intelligent nation.

The Royal Democratic Kingdom of Tihland humbly extends its hand so that we may be allies.

Yours royally,
King Bobort of Tihland
=====================================

Vlad,

I am most distressed, as it has come to my attention that you are speaking ill of me as well as my country. To state that we can not be trusted and having never communicated or even met with any of our countrymen or esteemed court is in itself childish and a desperate measure on your part - for what we cannot understand. Word of this encouraged my court to research your posts and 'political' involvement. We recognize that though you are large (and I must qualify this - just in physical size), you have habitually responded in a most cowardly and self-absorbed manner, as is evident in your venomous, volatile attacks on new nations and anyone that you feel might at some point be a threat to your weak minded world. We have also determined that you have created many nations to 'aid' you in your attempts at world domination. From what we understand this is not an accepted practice in the great RPG of Nation States, nor is it ethical - but from you that is to be expected. We are taking this as a threat against our Country as well as a foolish, childish and most unfounded attack on all we stand for. We may be new - and small - but do not underestimate the power of Honesty and Fairness.

We, the Nation of the Righteous Palagians, beseech the aide of any other Nations that believe in any form of fairness and justice. We are too aware that we cannot conquer this lunatic tyrant who believes he can throw his size around and abuse and belittle any that are just trying to assure their people have what they need to enjoy life without unnecessarily stepping on the toes and / or squashing those that appear smaller or weaker. Mark my words Vlad - Alaric - whoever you pretend to be today - We won't sit idly by and watch you unfairly and unjustly abuse other nations. You can squash us if you choose but we know it is just a matter of time when someone will be big enough to put you in your rightful place.

May God have mercy on your vile and empty soul.

Are there any nations that will help defend the fairness of this great RPG? We implore you, most humbly to come to our aide.

Most Sincerely Grateful,

Lady Miriam of the Righteous Pelagians


The Wonderfully Peaceful States of Zoidburg XIX has received word from Lady Miriam that she requires assistance. As we are a peace loving people, we cannot provide military support, but we will offer any resources that we have to offer. Also, our brother nation, The Tyranical Regime of Death Rain is an economic monster, and they pledge their full support to the Lady Miriam.

Lady Miriam, please let us know what you need in your quest and we will do all we can to aid your cause.

Sincerely,

Rob; Ruler of Sorts of the Wonderfully Peaceful States of Zoidburg XIX

This is the naval nation of Clamparapa. I would like to ask what started this attack. It seems as though Xeraph only posted only one post and it was before Righteous Pelagians. Please post any telegrams you recieved that indicates war.

Kingdom #1... it seems like a usual Hockey Canadian landscape.

Green Sun is very unsure on which position to take. Xeraph is a close ally and friend. It is most likely Green Sun, in the event of war, will be in Xeraph's defense. But even more likely, Green Sun will act as a peacekeeper. We do not want a war that is not our own, or one of Xeraph's. However, if the Kingdom of Xeraph is attacked, we will do all we can to see to their surrender.

As for this laser, we applaud your technological advancement. This laser will prove to be highly useful in your future battles.

The Nation of Jenrak has currently recieved an aid message from Lady Miriam that she requires military aid, and that Jenrak would be honored to provide so to defend this nation. Our country has focused primarily on economic stability, discipline, and military force. So, in response, Jenrak will spare what units that it can to aid the Righteous Pelagians.

The Nation of Turetel wishes to ask about the charges being sent forth by both sides. (I am rather confused at why this is starting to become a war).

Our recently elected Turetelian Head of Force Earl Watson has announced this:
The nation of Xeraph and its allies to be careful of the action taken at this time. It seems to me (without any hardcore reasons) that you seem to be "threatening" this smaller nation. We (in Turetel) will not tolerate this form of action. Although before I jump to any ideals and options I want to understand why this is escalating as fast as it is.

Duly noted: HoF Earl Watson

Lady Miriam of the Righteous Pelagians, Greetings in your time of trouble;

We are responding to a telegram requesting aid against an unprovoked assualt on your people. Unfortunately we are not sure how much assistance we would be able to provide as we are currently a modern tech nation, with a small amount of future tech purchased from others.

Now that we are looking around we too are confused as to the real source of trouble and would appriciate it if both parties would slowly without any sudden moves explain exactly what is going on.

If you, Lady Miriam of the Righteous Pelagians, really are under attack, your nation seems well set up to defend, if you have anyone in your governemnt who knows anything about strategy this person should be able to assure you that with a start of 3000 men, with GEIL lazers, as well as 50 fighters, 25 battle cruisers, and 25 tanks. This area spans about 200 kilometers, and is incredibly easy to defend do to hidden caves in the surrounding mountains, and thick forests.
your nation should be able to defend itself, especially if Xeraph and his ally Guffingford are currently at war with The Royal Democratic Kingdom of Tihland.

However if you really are in danger The Constitutional Monarchy of Gordenia is willing to assist in any way possible, including sending what little FT forces we have or perhaps some more monetary means of aid, or military advice, anything within our means.

D Gordon
President for Life of
Constitutional Monarchy of Gordenia

Hello My Friends,

First I must thank all of you very kind and respectful leaders for your overwhelming response to my - not so clear requests.

I humbly apologize for being unclear in why I was seeking assistance, exactly what I am looking for, and to what end. (hopefully no ones). I ask that the vagueness of my request be viewed as a result of my inexperience.

I am not a 'war monger', as one responding nation viewed me, I understand how that perception might be arrived, at based on my vagueness as a direct result of my newness. The nation I lead, is a very peaceful nation and we all strive very hard to maintain things that way. We do not believe in war and the unnecessary killing of the innocent people just to 'get even' or 'get back' at someone. Wars are never because the general population of a ‘Nation’ is angry at the general population of another 'nation'. It is because of power struggles between its leaders and it is the innocent who are forced into defending by fighting to maintain the ideals they have always strived for and lived by - all they know to be real. It is tremendously painful to me as a leader, to see any of my countrymen and women harmed due to a personality clash that their leader might have gotten into, fairly or not.

And would you believe that there is a nation - considered to be the greatest of all - whose leader, being intentionally deceptive, has caused the unnecessary loss of lives - quickly approaching 2000- of its young soldiers, just for retaliation of a death threat made on his Father, years before. And then he played with cards.

And I can feel the sarcasm, and understand why some of you might be saying 'D'uh - yah think she has a clue of what this rpg is all about? Well yes, yes I do. I just said all this to make clear my country's most sincere feelings about war and unnecessary death.

Life is Too Short to be taken unjustly.

I also must make it clear - since I did not previously, that I never mentioned anything about war - just that I very seriously need assistance from those more knowledgeable and experienced. I am seeking direction (obviously needed), support and protection should the 'great and just' emperor, come hastily to the conclusion to just be rid of me - since I am asking him - openly - in a forum of his peers, to explain his impulsive and unfounded treatment of me – as well as the many others I have read that he has mistreated – just because he thought he could – and for no other apparent reason.

The reason and validation of my struggle with the self proclaimed great emperor Alaric:

(In this post which I did not start and my tremendous apologies to the kind and obviously patient leader of Lumens, for taking his post (temporarily) in a different direction. I didn't realize that I should have started my own post - again a newbie thing, not to worry I'm a quick learner.)

I came along and noticed the interesting offerings made by Lumens, as Vlad of Xeraph had done just before. So in reading what was available I simply requested the one kingdom that we might have had a chance at.

It wasn't a few hours when I was informed that Alaric - Grand Pubha of Xeraph, gave the unsolicited advice that Lumen refrain from dealing with the Righteous Pelagians - that we were not financially able to purchase or have the resources available to maintain or settle such a planet. So you ask - whats the big deal here - you have no economic or military strength, yet. And yes, you are correct. (more explanation at another time will be presented on why excess of each is not an immediate goal.)

What was so insulting and shocking to me was that Alaric, Mr. 'generous and fair' emperor proceeded to state that The Nation of Righteous Palations, with specific reference to myself was not trustworthy and not my post was not worthy of a response. I do not know this man, and after I heard this, spent much time pondering his motivation. I was unable to come up with a reason. And since Alaric has yet to respond, I am wondering if he even has a clue why he made such painful and unfounded statements. Or that – as he said – I am not worthy of a response. My countrymen and I, are of no threat to him - nor would that be our agenda at any time.

I am very aware that we are a new nation which most everyone is unfamiliar with. Therefore most are not comfortable accepting a newbies sudden and anxious request for assistance without trying to find 'the' hidden agenda. I myself would wonder. However I assure you that we have no agenda here, other than to determine on what basis Alaric made his comments - for what purpose. Or was it simply that someone kicked his cat that day and he felt a need to take it out on someone. And poof - there we were. Well, Alaric, Vlad, Joe, Harry or whomever - poof – we’re still here and Lumens hasn't responded in your recommended manner ( or lack of manners), that I don't stand a chance in obtaining the Kingdom, and has not hastily jumped to address Alarics whim, when he was provided with this information. And I applaud Lumen’s fairness and thank him again.

So stands the facts as they were relayed to me by a very reliable source. A person of the highest esteem and regard.

I thank all of the responding Nations and hope I have explained more effectively why I am concerned for my Nations safety, and why I have appealed to those whom I respect, based on the previous posts they have made.

I most humbly and sincerely appreciate your assistance and direction, and hope that should Emperor Alaric act impulsively (as I have read that he has done in the past), I will have some true allies that I can count on to help me stand up against him, to put an end to his ogre-ish treatment and help him to become what we all know (and hope) he is capable of.

Should anything arise to threaten your nation, we as an enemy of Xeraph will help in your defence.

-Random Guilder Bureaucrat

From: Xeraph
To: All nations concerned with the Righteous Pelagians

I will be responding more in depth at a later time to this situation. All I will say at this point is that I have made no overtures of attacking the Righteous Pelagians, either economically, militarily, or personally. The various nations concerned with the well-being of the Lady Miriam and her nation can rest assured that Xeraph has no ill intentions against the Righteous Pelagians.

Alaric, Emperor of Xeraph

FROM: Antwerp, Vlaanderen

The count of DeVlaamseLeeuw has received word from The Dictatorship of Righteous Pelagians to come to their aid. But DeVlaamseLeeuw nor their region HomeOfTheBrave wants to come to the aid of any dictatorship.
Yet, until further notice, the count has expressed his wish to stay neutral, as he does not have all information yet. The National Security however is gathering all information about the Righteous Pelagians...
However, the count asks all parties involved to talk about this case at his castle in 's Gravenwezel.

The Raptorian Federation agrees to aid Righteous Pelagians by their personal request. If a military conflict should arise, we would be willing to send military and economic aid to Righteous Pelagians. Any hostile effort against this nation will be considered a direct act against the Raptorian Federation.

FROM: 's Gravenwezel Castle, Commonwealth of DeVlaamseLeeuw
TO: The Republic of Righteous Pelagians

After looking at all facts, the count of DeVlaamseLeeuw has provided his region HomeOfTheBrave (Gross Regional Product: $3,603,554,212,775.00) with a report on The Republic of Righteous Pelagians. This report, made by the secret service of DeVlaamseLeeuw, shows that the republic is no dictatorship, so no action should be taken if we would only look from that angle.
However, the count expresses his dislike of the low attempt of Lady Miryam to get DeVlaamseLeeuw into the conflict. The count has considered this a hostile act, and as delegate of HomeOfTheBrave, he asks formal apologies from Lady Miryam, otherwise HomeOfTheBrave will take actions, which are supported by all countries in our region, and by the United Nations.
Any country that would prevent us from taking (militairy) actions against The Republic of Righteous Pelagians, will be considered hostile and we'll act accordingly.
Information on our region: Defence budgets
DeVlaamseLeeuw: $36,435,655,297.80
Gerhardt Kusterholz: $18,996,127,616.00
Hondurasie: $5,750,784,000.00
Sliktok: $4,036,718,592.00
...(17 nations, with as said a GRP of $3,603,554,212,775.00)

OOC: lol I think I may have figured out what is going on here and everyone is taking it WAY too far. After reading the explanation post by the Palegions, I get the impression that Xeraph was just telling the seller that, since you are a young nation, you may not have the financial power to purchase a kingdom (I assume that a kingdom would be expensive). An important thing to remember when RPing is what your nation is and is not capable of doing. If your nation was just founded its treasury will be rather small even if it is doing well economically. If this is not the case then I apologize. As for DeVlaamseLeeuw, you can do whatever you want but don't you think you are taking this a bit too far? All Palegions did was ask for help and now your ready to attack :confused:

FROM: 's Gravenwezel Castle, Commonwealth of DeVlaamseLeeuw
TO: The Republic of Righteous Pelagians

After looking at all facts, the count of DeVlaamseLeeuw has provided his region HomeOfTheBrave (Gross Regional Product: $3,603,554,212,775.00) with a report on The Republic of Righteous Pelagians. This report, made by the secret service of DeVlaamseLeeuw, shows that the republic is no dictatorship, so no action should be taken if we would only look from that angle.
However, the count expresses his dislike of the low attempt of Lady Miryam to get DeVlaamseLeeuw into the conflict. The count has considered this a hostile act, and as delegate of HomeOfTheBrave, he asks formal apologies from Lady Miryam, otherwise HomeOfTheBrave will take actions, which are supported by all countries in our region, and by the United Nations.
Any country that would prevent us from taking (militairy) actions against The Republic of Righteous Pelagians, will be considered hostile and we'll act accordingly.
Information on our region: Defence budgets
DeVlaamseLeeuw: $36,435,655,297.80
Gerhardt Kusterholz: $18,996,127,616.00
Hondurasie: $5,750,784,000.00
Sliktok: $4,036,718,592.00
...(17 nations, with as said a GRP of $3,603,554,212,775.00)

With all due respect to the nation of DVL, any attack on the nation of The Righteous Pelagians will have to get through Xeraph first.

Gen. Strickland, CMDR EX Forces

OOC: I'm confused. I don't get the posts anymore. Can anybody explain?

FROM: 's Gravenwezel Castle, Commonwealth of DeVlaamseLeeuw
TO: The Republic of Righteous Pelagians

After looking at all facts, the count of DeVlaamseLeeuw has provided his region HomeOfTheBrave (Gross Regional Product: $3,603,554,212,775.00) with a report on The Republic of Righteous Pelagians. This report, made by the secret service of DeVlaamseLeeuw, shows that the republic is no dictatorship, so no action should be taken if we would only look from that angle.
However, the count expresses his dislike of the low attempt of Lady Miryam to get DeVlaamseLeeuw into the conflict. The count has considered this a hostile act,

With all due respect DeV, I haven't a clue about the Dictatorship that you say we were - then we aren't?

The other confusion of yours is apparently another misconception you are experiencing. I did not attempt - high or 'low' - to drag you into a conflict. As Nanotech Army, put it so eloquently, all I did was 'ask for your help', by way of advice to someone whose Nation is so new and inexperienced.

I had read some of your posts and had viewed you to be a logical and ethical leader, whose opinions I would most likely value and hold in high regard. I want to continue believing that. And since I do want to maintain that opinion of your leadership qualities and abilities, I am certain - ok - I am hoping - that you will review this situation and reconsider your threat.

In time, I hope I will earn your trust, and look forward to a favorable and profitable working relationship with you and your countrymen.

Very Sincerely,

OOC: lol I think I may have figured out what is going on here and everyone is taking it WAY too far. After reading the explanation post by the Palegions, I get the impression that Xeraph was just telling the seller that, since you are a young nation, you may not have the financial power to purchase a kingdom (I assume that a kingdom would be expensive). An important thing to remember when RPing is what your nation is and is not capable of doing. If your nation was just founded its treasury will be rather small even if it is doing well economically. If this is not the case then I apologize. As for DeVlaamseLeeuw, you can do whatever you want but don't you think you are taking this a bit too far? All Palegions did was ask for help and now your ready to attack :confused:

To:The Honorable and Most Respectable Leader of the Nanotech Army,

I humbly and most graciously thank you for your support and understanding. It is very apparent to me that you are an intelligent leader and one that I will learn much from. Your approach to issues is impressive and fair. I commend you!

I would like to add a tad more of an explanation - just a tad. I knew that we didn't have much to give to Lumens as compensation for one of his Kingdoms, which is why I requested the one that I did. We figured that the cost he would came back with would be beyond our available assets, however I had nothing to lose by asking (but after all that has transpired since then....), and at the least I would have some idea of what to expect in the future and how to plan for it.

(OOC: BTW - do I have any assets? What do I have and how do I find out?..*the newb meekly asks*)

What had caused much distress was the intelligence I received from one of our top officers, which was Xeraphs' condemning us as untrustworthy (in a communication to Lumens), without knowing us or ever having any contact with myself or any of my countrymen. I found this to be extremely insulting and had I the resources would have tried to communicate with Good ole Alaric - but became frightened that my time in Nation States would come quickly to a not so favorable end. Especially since I was told by a Good Friend, that this eccentric and self absorbed 'Leader' could wipe me away with a sneeze.

Thank you again, my Friend for your attention in this matter. I will not forget it - or you.

Very Sincerely,
Lady Miriam

OOC: Hats off to Nanotech! :)

[QUOTE=Xeraph]With all due respect to the nation of DVL, any attack on the nation of The Righteous Pelagians will have to get through Xeraph first.

Gen. Strickland, CMDR EX Forces[/QUOTE

To General Strickland, Vladie, and the great Alaric,

It seems that urgent matters will keep me occupied for a short time, however I wanted to address the generous protection you offer to my nation.

I must decline your support until such time you prove yourselves to not be - what I believe is referred to as hypocrites. I would like to hear the fable that caused you to attack us on a most intrinsic level. Perhaps to you it was not a fable - but then are you really aware of where your fantasy ends and reality begins?

If I am incorrect, I am sure you won't hesitate to inform me. But on that mere chance I may not remember - have we ever met? If we have was your character so insignificant that I did not notice the 'Great Alaric"? Do you even exist?

And if we've not met (which is apparently more accurate) on what basis do you have to challenge my integrity by calling us "not trustworthy and that my post was not worthy of a response". Surely, (do not insert Airplane jokes here, please), had we met you would have never come to that conclusion.
If you want to sneeze and wipe us out - than may I suggest, with all due respect (so to speak), you squash your hankerchief instead of squashing out little nations that would do you no harm. Do you want to eventually be playing this game by yourself?

I am not afraid of you because I know that you are smarter than to be a fool in front of hundreds of nations that could be watching. I demand an explanation and an apology for the attack on the very basis of my existence. I am a fair and strong ruler and my countrymen respect me. I do not take that for granted and therefore it does not come easy. I never ask of my officers anything I would not do myself. When it comes down to difficult situations I lead the way and I will fall on my sword for any members of my court.

I said all this to say, I want to meet with this 'Great Alaric', not thru his messengers. I bear no hard feelings of General Strickland or Vladie, as I know they were just following orders, because the 'Emperor - King (which is it - you aren't very consistent there at all) was too preoccupied with himself - or whatever. I am anxious to learn what it is that makes you feel so very powerful and controlling, and why you must send your officers to do your work. Have you nothing else to do with your time than to squash the smallest of nations that will do no harm to you or your country? Does it make you feel like a big man, by squashing those that are smaller? What challenge is there in that? Now if you chose to be a mentor - wouldn't you then earn glory, the respect you so need?

I await your response,

Most Sincerely, (35)

With all due respect DeV, I haven't a clue about the Dictatorship that you say we were - then we aren't?

The other confusion of yours is apparently another misconception you are experiencing. I did not attempt - high or 'low' - to drag you into a conflict. As Nanotech Army, put it so eloquently, all I did was 'ask for your help', by way of advice to someone whose Nation is so new and inexperienced.

I had read some of your posts and had viewed you to be a logical and ethical leader, whose opinions I would most likely value and hold in high regard. I want to continue believing that. And since I do want to maintain that opinion of your leadership qualities and abilities, I am certain - ok - I am hoping - that you will review this situation and reconsider your threat.

In time, I hope I will earn your trust, and look forward to a favorable and profitable working relationship with you and your countrymen.

Very Sincerely,

my sincerest apologies. it seems one of my generals was so keen on going to war, that he frauded the report. He has been sanctionated severely, with a demotion in rank and a suspension of several months.
so we want to help :-D what's the problem btw?

OOC:That's what I want to know. Can anything fill me in?

doesn't look like anyone can :-)

Yeah. Seems so.

my sincerest apologies. it seems one of my generals was so keen on going to war, that he frauded the report. He has been sanctioned severely, with a demotion in rank and a suspension of several months.
so we want to help :-D what's the problem btw?

Dear Highly Regarded and Respected Leader of DeVlaamseLeeuw,

Thank you, I accept you’re well meant words. It is all too easy to avoid ‘knee jerk reactions’, especially when you are acting on information provided by one of your staff members. If you can’t trust your own people then…

To All Those Esteemed Leaders Who Have Responded:

I have thought long and hard about this situation to better understand it myself (Jenrak, Dear – it’s not just you.). I believe – with all my heart and mind, that the information provided to me – which is what started this to begin with – is accurate. I have been given a copy of a transmission from Alaric of Xeraph to Lumens, stating that I am not trustworthy. His comments were cruel, selfish and unfounded. He attacked my character – and insulted not only me – but my country. Why he wastes his time insulting small, miniscule nations…?

I can relate to you a story of a most barbaric hunter when he was caught in our wetlands surrounded by his day’s worth of ‘entertainment.’ His cupboards at his place of residence were full. His Family, those who have not left him due to his ogresome ways, are well cared for and their supplies of food are bountiful – so much so they are all obese. He was arrested, and convicted of a shameless crime – hunting for pleasure – not for need. He told the court and jury of his peers, that he enjoys this ‘sport’ and wondered why it should matter to anyone what he kills and stressed the need to be entertained. The jury found him guilty and sentenced this abhorrent man to death. I asked him simply – ‘Does killing baby animals make you feel like a big man?’, and he response was
in the expected manner of a desperate man pleading for his life. I then intervened, and over rode his sentence of death – and had him complete a much more effective punishment. Given a daily quota, he was sent back to the wetlands to hunt enough to feed 100 families. He was ordered to clean the corpses, and prepare them to be cooked – then to deliver them to the neediest and poorest citizens of our land.

I said all this to say: It appears as though I have over-reacted. I don’t believe I did – I was scared for my people, that this Self Absorbed barbarian, would squash us – should I ask for a formal apology – since attacking my character and that of my country is not a minor incident and this unfounded insult is not taken lightly. Obviously, the King of Xeraph does not think it worthy of his time.

In reviewing his daily activities, I have noticed that he mistreats every small (new) Nation with the same lack of respect – like baby animals. He cares for nothing but himself and his own well being. And what happens is that these little nations are so frightened of him that they allow him to trample all over them – and when he says ‘Jump..’ well everyone knows that story.

This daunting cycle of events should not go unaddressed. However, I am in no position to prove anything to this man, in no position to force his repentance. But there are enough nations that have in some way been negatively affected as a result of his tyranny. And some day – he will be made accountable for his actions and will realize that his energy can be put to better use then to kill baby animals – to prove that for no other reason that he can. To him these are victories and what sustains him.

Thank you to all my new found friends who have offered support.

It has reassured me and my countrymen – that there are still a few honest, fair talented game players out there. I pray that your courage be an example to all!

Very Sincerely,

Lady Miriam

I wish to acknowledge the following Leaders and Nations. Some have offered a large part of their resources, protection, and ‘aid’ if needed. While others not offering assistance provided words of encouragement and support or reminders of my status and place here on earth, all - took the time out of their very busy schedule to respond to my request.

My responsibilities and duties have not permitted me to complete this list now – however I will fill up date it within the next few days.

The Leader of Lumens who graciously allowed his very creative post to take a different and temporary course.
King Bobort of Tihland
Rob; Ruler of Sorts of the Wonderfully Peaceful States of Zoidburg XIX
Clamparapa
Green Sun
Dear Sweet Jenrak
HoF Earl Watson of Turetel
The Gracious and Honorable D Gordon, President of Gordenia
The Merchant Guilds
The Highly Esteemed Leader of DeVlaamseLeeuw
The Socialist Powerhouse of Raptorian Federation
The Most Righteous and Fair Leader of the Nanotech Army
The Directorate Nation of Transnapastain
The Wise Leader of The Armed Republic of Dryniar
Lt Commander Amber Knightly of the Shadow Realm of Phalanix
Foreign Minister Jamie Bladen of The Kingdom of Romandeos
The Commonwealth of Seversky
The Courageous Leader of The Incorporation of Ramissle
The Educator from The Ruthless Imperium of Freudotopia

You Go Girl! What an inspiration! Thanks!

Righteous Pelagians, Greetings;

At the risk of irritating the ever so patient Leader of Lumens by continuing this derailment of his thread, we wish to state that we are most pleased by the response you have received to your plight, it renews our faith in the existance of decent leaders. While we as a young nation have not been bothered in our recent history, we are gratified to see that a call for help does not always go unanswered, and wish to say that as rediculous as it may sound now, from a nation as young and small as we are, we are ready to assist those who have made a good faith offer of help in your time of distress. Please keep in mind that some requests for aid we may not be able to fulfill due to distance and time factors of the RP.

In this light, we are distressed at how little support was offered when King Bobort of Tihland informed us all of his need for assistence, though we are glad to see that the danger turned out to be truly imaginary.

D Gordon
President for Life of
Constitutional Monarchy of Gordenia

(OOC: BTW - do I have any assets? What do I have and how do I find out?..*the newb meekly asks*)
OOC: to find out about your GDP, surplus/deficit, etc. go here and type in your nation and region http://nseconomy.thirdgeek.com/nseconomy.php
This is a fairly good guage altough you can have unusual circumstances which would make that information inaccurate. As for your possessions you can say that you have whatever you want to have as long as you can RP it convincingly (as in you can say you have certain things if you can explain it, just dont be like this guy (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=403209&page=1&highlight=Jatinum+Spade) (that was his first post, n00b)

As for Xeraph calling you untrustworthy... I honestly have no idea what that is about. The only person who truly does is Xeraph who now seems to want to support you. My suggestion would have to be to let it go and try to forget that it happened unless it was so grievous an insult that you cannot. In that case there is not but so much that you can do except perhaps try to get help from Xeraph's enemies and sympathetic nations (note that due to the nature of my nation in IC the odds of me helping you militarily are minimal unless the odds are in my favor).

P.S. Thank you for the complements although I am not sure that I deserve them.

Tired of your old region?
-Check this site out.
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After a most likely non-eventful conclusion, are your kingdoms still available?

Lady Miriam,

I am very impressed with your keen insight, and your perceptive and refined manner of communication. Your sharp and subtle moral sense are an excellent example for others.

I am proud to say that my Nation of The Tenacious Trees is now part of the same Region as the ‘Esteemed' Lady Miriam, Leader of The Righteous Pelagians.

Yours for aid whenever needed,

Sergeant Major Tom Terrific
1st, 4th, and 3rd Arbor Artillery
The Nation of The Ever Tenacious Trees

It's so nice to see a group of like-minded nations gather themselves together in such a self-effacing region. Very touching......

Centurion Dominius, Spokesman of the Grey Legions, in the Name of Lord Sethanis

It's so nice to see a group of like-minded nations gather themselves together in such a self-effacing region. Very touching......

Centurion Dominius, Spokesman of the Grey Legions, in the Name of Lord Sethanis

To Centurion Dominius,

Do I detect a tone – an attempt at subtleness? A familiar tone at that.

You are correct, the other leaders of the nations that comprise the region of The Galactic Realm of the Righteous are “like-minded” - regarding truth and fairness. We share an unimpeachable style of leadership.

“Self-effacing”? Progress can not be obtained if the attempts are in any way modest – or inconspicuous. We stand together as a Region to provide for our countrymen the best style of life possible. And we are outspoken in our efforts to obtain this goal. Though we are small, we will stand up to any challenges that threaten to block us from that and willingly ‘fall on our swords’ for members of our council..

Thank you for your nice comment and very glad our efforts were touching to you. Perhaps you might benefit from some of the experiences that brought us to this point. If this interests you, I am always willing to discuss my humble yet effective skills and share them with all that they might aid.

Since I have caused Lumens thread to run astray, I am starting a new thread so he can hopefully redirect this one back to his most worthy topic and offering.

I do this because I am still await a formal apology from Aleric of Xeraph. I feel that Alaric is not all barbarian, and possesses some sense of moral as well as ethical conscience.

So, Dom, I am always interested in mentoring those less experienced. You may join me at that thread.


Aleric, King of Xeraph - True Leader or Barbarian

Very sincerely,

Neither our friend, Centurion Dominius, nor our ally, Lord Sethanis, need mentoring from RP. They are both loyal to the Throne of Xeraph, whose own brand of mentoring has provided The Grey Legions with the power, affluence, and level of status they presently enjoy.

regards,

King Ricala, Ruler of Auralinia, Director of the Xeraphian Space Directorate.

OOC: Righteous Pelagians, Xeraph is someone gonig to have to seperate you two? Enough of this off topic dicussion, now is not the time, here is not the place.

IC: Illustrious Leader of Lumens, Greeetings;
We, and certainly all others who come after us, are wondering what exactly are the requirements you have in mind for someone wishing to receive one of the kingdoms you are offering.

F McCloud
Foreign Investments Advisor to
D Gordon President for Life of
Constitutional Monarchy of Gordenia