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NS Nations Political Beliefs (IC Thread)

Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:28
This is quite similar to the NS Political Player Beliefs thread in General; however, this is a thread for how your nation (rather than the player behind the nation) feels on specific issues.

State your full nation name.
Example: The United Freedom Forces of Euroslavia

Don't forget to remove the < > from your full nation name. All you have to do is remove the spaces between the bracket and the closing bold and the color. Just copy and paste this into your post.

[color=red][b]The <Pretitle> of <NationName> [ /b][ /color]
[b]Abortion: [ /b]
[b]Alliances:[ /b]
[b]Arms Trade: [ /b]
[b]Death Penalty: [ /b]
[b]Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):[ /b]
[b]Drugs: [ /b]
[b]Economic System: [ /b]
[b]Education: [ /b]
[b]Energy Policy: [ /b]
[b]Environment: [ /b]
[b]Euthanasia: [ /b]
[b]Gay Marriage: [ /b]
[b]Gun Control: [ /b]
[b]Humanitarian Aid: [ /b]
[b]Immigration Policies: [ /b]
[b]Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): [ /b]
[b]Nuclear Weapons: [ /b]
[b]Philosophy: [ /b]
[b]Prostitution: [ /b]
[b]Religion: [ /b]
[b]Social Security: [ /b]
[b]The UN: [ /b]
[b]Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): [ /b]
[b]War: [ /b]

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Just add new categories into an entirely new post. I'm not going to notice an edit in a previous post.

If you can think of some new categories, feel free to suggest them. You may now post.
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:28
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Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:31
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The Igovian Soviet Commonwealth of Beth Gellert
Abortion: Legal (rates relatively low owing to good education, open community-based society, and low crime; debate on, "cut-off point" for termination on-going).
Alliances: None formally
Arms Trade: Not a priority... rare instances of export to aid progressive movements/societies.
Death Penalty: No.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open but prone to none-recognition of unaccountable governing bodies.
Drugs: Widespread production for personal and community use, no significant trade.
Economic System: Igovian Socialist.
Education: Communal from an early age, subsidised university and/or community-sponsored on-going part-time adult education programmes.
Energy Policy: A system of clean-burning fossil-fuel stations and nuclear power plants supported by some hydropower is set to continue until other renewable technologies are deemed efficient enough to replace coal and nuclear power.
Environment: A recognised global priority attended to by well-funded and strictly enforced clean power generation and transport, but locally afflicted by chronic over population.
Euthanasia: Legal but limited by advanced medical facilities, high funding and standards, and good community-based care, which combine to lessen suffering and improve quality of life in a great many cases.
Gay Marriage: Technically legal, but marriage is a neglected institution rarely practiced in any official form.
Gun Control: Every adult citizen of able mind and body is enroled in the Commonwealth Guard and has access to arms and defence equipment, which is looked-after on a communal basis by elected men-at-arms. Airweapons and bows are often used for sporting purposes.
Humanitarian Aid: Emergency food, medical, and disaster rescue aid is given in great quantities, but long-term hand-outs are not supported, rather the Commonwealth funds community-based reconstruction and education projects, often directly defying national governments in order to elevate populations.
Immigration Policies: It is possible to become a Commonwealth citizen more or less by becoming accepted by a community. Many communes have significant redundant capacity and will gladly take-in lodgers prepared to pull their weight, and -if popular- foreigners can take their community's support to the Civil Service with a good chance of winning citizenship.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): By and large, Igovians view such power-blocs as counter-democratic and the Commonwealth gives them no official recognition.
Nuclear Weapons: The Commonwealth maintains typically just one SSBN per quarter-billion citizens, and as such has far less than two-thousand warheads -only a few hundred of which are ever close to deployment readiness- despite being a wealthy nation with a population approaching five billion.
Philosophy: Freedom and progress are arguably the foundations of Igovian society, though its political, social, religious, and philosophical life is deceptively complex. Mainstream Beddgelen society is struggling with post-revolutionary perception of the cult of Man's species-being as Igovian thinkers try to further free the individual.
Prostitution: In theory it is legal, but since unemployment is effectively nil and it is hard to imagine how in the Commonwealth anybody could force others into such a trade, it is not widespread and is a wholly voluntary affair on both sides...
Religion: All but dead. On-going struggles with the religious development of the nation lead some to claim, as referenced above, that the liberation struggle has effectively replaced the Christian God with an almost Holy idea of Man (as opposed to a man), and here the spiritual story continues to be written.
Social Security: Beth Gellert is a society that counts community -not family- its basic unit. People live in Pantisocratic Phalansteries of a few hundred to three thousand individuals set in villages, hill forts, or palaces, and there is no prospect of them losing shelter, food, and medical care unless they choose to reject it. The only homeless, unemployed, or poor people in the Commonwealth are those few that have deliberately chosen to live a more simple life, perhaps in pursuit of some ideology insufficiently popular to found a whole community. Even they are not rejected wholly.
The UN: This is viewed much like most other agreements made between states and governments rather than lived by people, and Igovians generally have little interest in it.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): There are no parties and no heads of state or government in Beth Gellert, which considers itself one of precious few democracies on earth. It is a society run by the people and not so much for -that is to say on behalf of- the people. All citizens are free to attend their Local Senate, which exists usually within the grounds of their Phalanstery. Referenda can be called at just about any time and on just about any issue, all public officials are subject to popular recall, and even teachers and judges are elected as the need arises.
War: As mentioned above, all comrades are enroled in the Commonwealth Guard for mutual defence. It is not thought that any nation or alliance on earth could subdue the Commonwealth without saturation by weapons of mass destruction. Being quite secure in itself, being relatively free of individual misleadership, and being a democracy rather than the dictatorship of a special interest group, Beth Gellert is rarely moved to war. However, its revolutions have seen the communities that became modern Beth Gellert fight in self defence a number of times, vanquishing the fascistic Finnish Lapua movement; nationalist Republicans; the Bolshevik Red Army; a brief exploitative Principality, and a fleet sent by the Iansislian empire that supported it. It is possible that the Commonwealth may begin to get itself in trouble again in the future by backing left-socialist and anarchist rebel movements abroad.
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:32
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The United States of Credonia
Abortion: Illegal
Arms Trade: Conventional Arms to anyone with friendly relations, NBC arms to allies and trusted friends only
Death Penalty: Legal only in cases where the accused is charged with 1st Degree murder or rape
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Friendly, Aggressive
Drugs: Illegal
Economic System: Free-Markey Economy
Education: Free Public Schooling (Secondary to College level)
Euthanasia: Illegal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Must be over 21 with a permit and no criminal record
Immigration Policies: Relaxed
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): OA, IADF, CoS, AWC, NDS
Nuclear Weapons: 80,000+ warheads (exact number classified)
Philosophy: Peaceful Expansion
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Open to all; Tolerant of all
Social Security: Free to all
The UN: Does more harm than good but will cooperate with in certain circumstances; NOT a member
War: Sometimes necessary to maintain peace and stability
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:36
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Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:37
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The Empire of Emmitia
Abortion: Allowed.
Alliances: No active alliances.
Arms Trade: Active.
Death Penalty: Yes. If necessary, a death sentence may be carried out in a time of civil unrest or martial law without a trial.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open.
Drugs: Various drug laws either prohibiting or allowing drug use; heavy drugs such as heroine and cocaine are illegal, as is marijuana, although this is rarely enforced.
Economic System: Capitalist.
Education: Education centers in major cities, few in rural areas, although reform is increasing.
Energy Policy: None.
Environment: Sometimes necessary to mould to humanity's benefit.
Euthanasia: Doctors able to perform euthanasia with the consent of the patient's attorney/representative.
Gay Marriage: Not allowed, although gay relationships are overlooked.
Gun Control: No citizen of Emmitia is allowed to carry a projectile weapon unless he is a militiamen; if caught carrying a projectile weapon, he is stripped of all of his rights as a citizen.
Humanitarian Aid: None.
Immigration Policies: Relatively open; no immigrant can legally apply for citizenship and citizenship rights as citizenship is given only as an honor or to the third-generation living in Emmitia.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None. Sees the need for their existance, however.
Nuclear Weapons: None yet posessed.
Philosophy: Allowed within safe-zones monitered by Emmitian Civil Protection. Overt statements of revolution are punished.
Prostitution: Outlawed, but frequently overlooked.
Religion: Outlawed, except for Islam and the Imperial Cult.
Social Security: Decent; government workers get free health care and pensions. Those unable to work are assisted in living communities.
The UN: Not a member.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting relegated to Imperial Senate. Regular citizens may not vote.
War: Necessary to enforce the will of the Emperor and protect Emmitia. Diplomacy preferred.
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:38
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The Democratic Republic of Farmina
Abortion: Counts as murder, repeat offenders may face execution
Alliances: No FORMAL alliances
Arms Trade: Government sells small arms
Death Penalty: Allowed in extreme cases, currently under review
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: Illegal; dealers can be charged with murder if overdoses occur
Economic System: Mixed economy
Education: A mix of private and public schools
Energy Policy: Combustion of natural gas prime source of energy
Environment: Very minimal protection
Euthanasia: Again, see murder
Gay Marriage: Illegal, as is homosexuality in general
Gun Control: Guns are distributed to persons who complete two years military service
Humanitarian Aid: Previously in exchange for trade, now being cut back
Immigration Policies: Strict control on undesirable elements, higher class readily welcome
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): No opinion
Nuclear Weapons: Stockpile from the days of the Empire
Philosophy: The people must be protected from themselves
Prostitution: Illegal, also sexually transmitted diseases are considered assault and if cause death, murder
Religion: Catholic
Social Security: Needs to be kept to a minimum
The UN: Leftist scum issuing leftist decrees to leftist scum
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 20, every three years
War: Undesirable, but needed to preserve and support the social order


The Sunshine Republic of Florida Oranges
Abortion: Outlawed
Arms Trade: For
Death Penalty: For
Diplomatic Stance: Isolationist for now.
Drugs: Outlawed
Economic System: Capitalist.
Education: Not particularly well-funded or cared about in most parts of Florida Oranges.
Euthanasia:Outlawed
Gay Marriage: Outlawed
Gun Control: Loose
Immigration Policies: Strict
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: For
Prostitution: Outlawed.
Religion: Most folks are either Christian or Catholic. The government doesn't have any particular demonination, though they're believed to be Christian.
The UN: Tyrants.
War: Neccessary for the expansion of the Sunshine Republic.
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:39
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The United Socialist States of Gebirgsland
Abortion: Pro-choice
Arms Trade: Against
Death Penalty: Against
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: Legal
Economic System: Socialism
Education: Pro-education
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Pro-gay marriage
Gun Control: Against
Immigration Policies: Pro-immigration
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: Against
Philosophy: Social democracy
Prostitution: Discouraged, not illegal
Religion: Secular government, allows religious freedom for all groups
Social Security: Endorsed
The UN: Member
War: Against, but maintains a small self-defense forced armed with advanced weaponry. Does not attack other nations.


The Royal Federation of Geisenfried
Abortion: Legal for the first trimester, or in case of the mother's health
Alliances: Silberunion
Arms Trade: Legal
Death Penalty: Illegal
Diplomatic Stance: Mix of open and isolationist policies
Drugs: Unless for medical purposes, illegal
Economic System: Capitalist, with large social welfare system
Education: Public, Government-funded, Free
Energy Policy: Primarily nuclear, with advances into alternative energy
Enviroment: Well-protected by government policies
Euthanasia: Legal, but must be approved by several doctors, and legal guardian/spouse
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Most firearms are legal; owner must be at least 20, and have no record of criminal activity
Humanitarian Aid: Whenever possible
Immigration Policies: Open
Large Alliances: Useful, if they don't fall apart
Nuclear Weapons: Only against military forces
Philosophy: Democratic monarchy- similar to the three-part government used in democracies; however, executive branch consists of the monarch instead of an elected president
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Any
Social Security: Extensive
The UN: Too restrictive
Voting Age & Frequency: 16, every 4 years
War: When it's necessary


The Internal Combustion Engine of Generic Empire
Abortion: legal only in cases of rape or when the woman’s life is threatened
Alliances: The C A D region and her allies, notably Doomingsland, The Borman Empire, Freudotopia, Shenyang, Zerbia, Inkana
Arms Trade: Free information and weapons design sharing between C A D regional members (free production rights). Does not officially sell arms and designs to rogue states or organizations, however based on previous ethical track records, shadowy dealings could be suspected.
Death Penalty: Is an acceptable sentence for any crime in an Imperial court or at the Emperor’s personal request, but is only acceptable for particularly heinous crimes such as murder, rape, or grand larceny in a local court.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Selectively open, meaning that diplomatic relations will only be opened if the nation in question has something particularly desirable to bring to the table. Other than that, diplomatic negotiations occur solely between Generia and other C A D members.
Drugs: Anything the government classifies as a narcotic drug is illegal to buy, trade, sell, traffic, have on one’s person, or use. The laws are vigorously enforced by a special military police unit with access to full land, sea, and air resources. The minimum sentence for possession of narcotics with intent to sell or distribute is forty years in a government prison, and the maximum sentence is death by firing squad.
Economic System: Heavily laissez-faire capitalist. All industry is privatized, and corporations operate largely without regulation. The government operates a few profitable companies of its own, which function to provide a source of income in place of the nonexistent tax rate.
Education: There is no such thing as public education in Generia. All schools are privatized, making it largely the upper and upper middle classes that receive education and literacy. Laborers, skilled and unskilled, are often taught how to read and perform simple mathematical operations in brief classes funded by their employers to allow them to better function in their work environments. The government also operates a dozen Imperial Schools, where children between the grades 5 and 12 that are found to be particularly gifted are granted access. The schools are not free, and thus while any child regardless of income status can be selected to attend, it is usually only the wealthiest that actually manage to accept the privilege.
Energy Policy: Fossil Fuels still extensively used, with a significant number of nuclear powerplants. Hydroelectric generators are rare due to the scarcity of suitable dam locations, however, there are two notable facilities situated on the Slobozia river.
Environment: Largely unprotected. Most rivers and lakes in Generia are heavily polluted, and 24 known species are known to have gone extinct in Generia in the past 11 years, however, due to the inhospitable nature of large swathes of the northern dominions, particularly the enormous Alberian steppe, these areas remain naturally pristine, and populated with native wildlife, such as bear and elk.
Euthanasia: Legal if the patient is determined by a government medical advisor to no longer be able to maintain a functional lifestyle.
Gay Marriage: Illegal. Harsh penalties for clergy who perform such services.
Gun Control: Largely nonexistent, however, the sale of certain firearms (particularly the GIR-47 standard assault rifle and certain rocket launchers) is prohibited. Carrying a concealed weapon is legal, and the large majority of citizens both own and carry firearms with them at all times. This tends to discourage muggings and burglary in the larger cities, as it is always legal to kill someone threatening one or one’s family, so long as there is a credible witness present to testify to the legitimacy of the action as one taken in self defense. Even without a witness, the courts often look favorably on a citizen vigilante.
Humanitarian Aid: Rarely, if ever.
Immigration Policies: Open for citizens of C A D regional member states. Potential immigrants from other non-C A D nations are subject to long periods of review, and if accepted, undergo a two month quarantine at an Imperial immigration facility. Any immigrant, no matter how long the individual has lived on Generian soil, is subject to having their status revoked and being deported to their mother country.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None. Generia avoids them like the plague.
Nuclear Weapons: Large arms stockpiles of nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons. Has only used nuclear weaponry in one previous case, following a nuclear attack on Generia by the Lightning Star, the retaliation for which (by no less than 3 nations including Generia) near completely annihilated the offending nation.
Philosophy: Opportunist in near every regard. Believes in keeping the Generian hand in a foreign situation invisible unless absolutely necessary, therefore covert and espionage operations are preferred.
Prostitution: Legal so long as the prostitute in question is registered and reports for a monthly physical at a government approved medical center. The penalty for a prostitute communicating a sexually transmitted disease to a customer is death.
Religion: Both Generian Orthodox Christian and Freudian Orthodox Christian (the national religion of Freudotopia) are accepted as official religions throughout the Empire, although most faiths are tolerated. There is an enormous amount of discrimination, public and private, against people with atheistic or Satanic beliefs, leaving most such believers to keep their ideas private and undiscussed.
Social Security: none
The UN: Believed to be the root of all evil.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): N/A. The Empire is an absolute, patriarchal hereditary monarchy.
War: When it is found profitable or necessary by the Emperor, war is an acceptable affair. Generia has a long and proud military tradition, and most men choose to enter the services at a young age for the first two year minimum tour of duty. While service is not required, most employers will refuse to hire someone without a military background. Women are prohibited from serving in any branch of the armed forces.
Internal Issues: A longstanding tension between the local population of the southern province of Buchiana and the rest of the Imperial Union has recently erupted into a full blown war for secession led by elements of the terrorist organization calling itself the Buchianan Liberation Army (BLA). The Empire has deployed the Imperial 40th Army to the province to quell the rebellion, however fighting has become fierce and both sides are embroiled in a battle of attrition in the wooded lowland known as the Lew Valley. This is the second such crisis of secession the Empire has experienced with regard to Buchiana.

Tensions between the Empire and the people of the northern province of Alberia and the other provinces that make up the Northern Dominions still run high following the secession crisis in Alberia 32 years ago, and the subsequent occupation that spawned numerous atrocities in the region. The citizens of the northern dominions remain bitter about having their sovereignty compromised when the Emperor Alexei invaded and annexed their lands and added them to the Union. The citizens of the northern dominions are still afforded fewer rights than the rest of the Imperial citizenry and a large military presence in the region is maintained.


The Free States of Guffingford/Die Vrye State van Guffingford
Abortion: Officially illegal, unofficially it happens in every state.
Alliances: none.
Arms Trade: Good for business, so it's okay.
Death Penalty: Legal
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: Illegal
Economic System: Regulated Free Market
Education: Where?
Environment: Top priority. Guffingford has little forests left, so protecting them receives much government funds and attention.
Euthanasia: Illegal, yet hardly enforced.
Gay Marriage: Homosexuality is outlawed, everybody who is found guilty of it, will be thrown in jail and tortured.
Gun Control: Impossible.
Humanitarian Aid: Not a dime.
Immigration Policies: If you're white, it's alright. If anyone wants to live in Guffingford that is.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): RWC
Nuclear Weapons: unknown, even for many government officials[/b]
Philosophy: The universe resolves around us, we are right and you are wrong, everybody is inferior except our allies, the grass is greener at our place etc etc...
Prostitution: Illegal, yet it happens alot.
Religion: Christianity and native (Polynesian) religions are tolerated. All others are banned.
Social Security: non-existent.
The UN: Been a member, we left them after they dared to bring up reducing military budgets worldwide.
War: War is necessary sometimes, though Guffingford likes to flex its muscles, it's not a daily practice.


The Recanic Republic of Gyrobot
Abortion: Certain conditions only.
Alliances: None at the moment
Arms Trade: Extremely active, our number one industry. All workers are allowed to bring one home.
Death Penalty: Execute criminals by assasination or mob only, must be unexpected.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open, but few would respond to our nation
Drugs: Hard drugs such as crack are forbidden, Natural plants and herbs are perfectly legal as long the capital made per month is less then $200
Economic System: Corporations have voices in government but only to taxes and trade (meaning they are exempt from embargos and such)
Education:
Energy Policy: Anything that isnt using meatbags or cows are perfect for fuel
Environment: Neutral, one part of us want to make it completely urbanized other want to keep at least 50% non wasteland
Euthanasia: Near death or critical condition and under both parties consent.
Gay Marriage: Discouraged
Gun Control: None, but firearms training classes are implemented and all new gun owners must be on 2 years probation(misuse of firearm during probation is serious crime)
Humanitarian Aid: Give it democratic nations only
Immigration Policies: Everyone is welcome
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Why the hell not? As long both sides have an alliance of sorts.
Nuclear Weapons: We Carry them as well as death rays
Philosophy: If it is a supremist empire, shoot it
Prostitution: Allowed under legal certified clubs (Meaning they must pass health tests). If not then it is under suspicion of being a slave trade and will be shut down by force.
Religion: Christianity, Metal Knight Order, Various religions
Social Security: Help the poor.
The UN: We are in it
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 16 for municipal, 18 for all other forms
War: Dont try to anger me or taste giant beams of death
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:40
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Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:42
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The People's Democratic Republic of Izistan
Abortion: Legal.
Alliances: The Woodstock Pact and The Pan-Izistani Northerner Alliance.
Arms Trade: Conventional weapons have been sold, no NBC weapon systems have been sold as of yet.
Death Penalty: Used in cases where rehabilitation or imprisonment are determined to either ineffective or an inadequate consequence of the crime commited.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Izistan prefers to remain out of the "spotlight" if you will, but is open to diplomatic contact.
Drugs: Most are illegal. Smoking is not premitted in public areas. Marijuana may be prescribed for medical use.
Economic System: Mixed Economy.
Education: The Goverment operates a tax funded public school system.
Energy Policy: Extensive use of nuclear power, providing 85% of the total supply. Tidal, geothermal and solar power systems make up the remaining 15%.
Environment: The enviorment is protected to a extent, zones are set aside for protection and development. Whaling is illegal in Izistani waters.
Euthanasia: Legal.
Gay Marriage: Legal.
Gun Control: You need a license to own a automatic firearm. The licenses come in levels, the highest of which allows you to own a fully automatic heavy machine gun of 12.7mm-14.5mm caliber.
Humanitarian Aid: If there is a need for assistance, Izistan will provide it.
Immigration Policies: Immigration is encouraged.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): Izistan is not a member of a major alliance.
Nuclear Weapons: Yes. All forms of WMD are pocessed by Izistan.
Philosophy: Transhumanism is the prevalent philosophy.
Prostitution: Illegal.
Religion: The goverment is secular, religous freedom is protected by law.
Social Security: Extensive programs in place.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency: Universal suffrage at 17.
The UN: Izistan is not a member.
War: If Izistan itself, its interests, or a ally is threatened; Izistan will take the appropriate measures to defend itself (and its allies if that be the case). Offensive action may be undertaken if the situation proves a threat to Izistani security.
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:43
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Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:44
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The Grand Duchy of Kaduna
Abortion: Legalised before 24 weeks
Arms Trade: Banned
Death Penalty: Banned
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: All legal, no help given to those taking drugs
Economic System: Socialist
Education: Privatised
Euthanasia: Legalised
Gay Marriage: Legalised
Gun Control: Legalised with restrictions
Immigration Policies: Legalised with restrictions
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: Banned
Philosophy: Peaceful Expansionist
Prostitution: Legalised, with restrictions
Religion: Warrior Gods
Social Security: Yes
The UN: Too Restricting
War: Only if the Warrior Gods decree it so


The Imperial House of Kordo
Abortion: Illegal except in cases of rape or when the mothers life is in undue danger
Arms Trade: Conventional Arms to anyone, Non-conventional arms to allies only.
Death Penalty: Legal only in cases where the accused is charged with murder, rape or treason.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Semi-Isolationist
Drugs: Illegal
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: Cheap Public Schooling
Euthanasia: Illegal
Gay Marriage: Illegal
Gun Control: Must be over 18 and have a legal permit
Immigration Policies: Tight
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): SEATO
Nuclear Weapons: Yes
Philosophy: Don’t mess with us or our allies and we’ll leave ya alone
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Protestant 70%, Roman Catholic 7%, Muslim 20%, Jewish 2%, other 1%
Social Security: None
The UN: NOT a member
War: Necessary to maintain peace and stability


The Confederacy of Koprulu Colonies
Abortion: Illegal, unless mothers life is in danger.
Alliances: None of the moment
Arms Trade: Legal, selling weapons to anyone whom can afford them.
Death Penalty: Illegal, criminals who should get the Death Penalty are instead shipped off to labor camps.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Very open
Drugs: Illegal.
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: Government-approved schools only and they are free. Outside of government control schools heavy taxes and restrictions are placed upon them.
Energy Policy: Nuclear power, thero, hydro power.
Environment: Due to mass industrialization of most Koprulu Colonial worlds there are now "Grey" and "Green" planets. Green are untouched by industry and protected by the government. Grey planets have very little enviromental restrictions upon them. Upon is a Grey and Green planet is determined threw different tests.
Euthanasia: Legal, only in the most extreme cases.
Gay Marriage: Illegal
Gun Control: Heavy Restrictions, but are permitted
Humanitarian Aid: Sending to both those who desperatly need it, and those whom we can get concession from.
Immigration Policies: Coming into Koprulu Colonial space illegally is punishable by being sent to labor camps for five years with no pay and limited food. Coming into Koprulu Colonial space legally is awarded with citizenship and full government protection.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None.
Nuclear Weapons: Heavily permitted. One of the primary weapons of the Koprulu Confederate Space Forces.
Philosophy: Encouraged in the Koprulu Colonies. People are encouraged to look beyond technology.
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Legal, though no State Religion exists.
Social Security: None. Save that those whom are past the age of 65 are given government checks so they may spend their remaining days in peace.
The UN: Savagely disliked by both Koprulu government and citizens. It is popular opinion that the UN is as worthless as day old oatmeal.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Ages 18 and above can vote. Universal as well.
War: Considered apart of national policy.


The Rougue Nation of Krakatao
Abortion: Free
Arms Trade: Free
Death Penalty: Not applied.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Free immigration/emigration, free trade (no restrictions or customs) but isolationist with regards to treaties and international organisations.
Drugs: Unregulated, except government employees must not use them or advocate drug use during work time.
Economic System: Anarchocapitalism
Education: Private
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal. Marriage makes no difference in your relations to the government, but no adults are prevented from marrying.
Gun Control: None
Immigration Policies: Free/open
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: Krakatao has no nuclear program.
Philosophy: Anarchocapitalism
Prostitution: Legal
Religion: The government is strictly secular.
Social Security: None
The UN: Not member
War: Defense only.


The Collective Oligarchy of Kriegorgrad
Abortion: Strongly against, doesn't fit in with old fashioned morals
Alliances: None
Arms Trade: Yes, plentiful within the country but no exports
Death Penalty: Yes, public executions are common
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Isolationist culture wise but interacts with other nations
Drugs: Strongly against, unless they are state issued
Economic System: Collective planned economy
Education: Propaganda from birth, taught to love Comrade Leader Nikolai Fedorenkov
Environment: No policies in effect to defend the environment
Euthanasia: No, against morals
Gay Marriage: No, against morals
Gun Control: Yes, very strong gun control
Humanitarian Aid: None
Immigration Policies: None, Kriegorgrad tolerates no foreign influences
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: Plentiful, Kriegorgrad is paranoid
Philosophy: Power is an end in itself
Prostitution: No, against morals
Religion: Only Fedorism, having Comrade Leader Nikolai Fedorenkov replacing God
Social Security: Most of the nation lives in poverty, so no
The UN: An organisation Kriegorgrad steers clear of
War: Kriegorgrad revels in war, as it helps keep the people poor
For more information on Kriegorgrad's system, please read the "A Kriegos Collective Oligarchy" thread in my signature.
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16-07-2005, 17:45
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The Fascist Commonwealth of Latiatis
Abortion: Legal
Alliances:None.
Arms Trade: To anyone
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Isolationist
Drugs: Some normally illegal drugs are allowed in the privacy of yourw own home.
Economic System: More or less Capitalist, but Corporations have voices in government.
Environment: The inviroment is very important to us and we preserve all that we can.
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Must be over 18 and have a legal permit
Humanitarian Aid: We provide none.
Immigration Policies: Tight
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None
Nuclear Weapons: Yes
Philosophy: "Liberty is a duty, not a right."
Prostitution: Legal if regulated by government.
Religion: Roman Catholic 90%, Muslim 7%, Protestant 1%, Other 1%
Social Security: We find it very important to help those in our country that need the help.
The UN: We are in it.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): There is no voting in a dictatorship.
War: We are always prepared for a war.


The Social Republic of Laueria
Abortion: For in all cases, mostly.
Alliances: For them when allied with other socialist nations.
Arms Trade: Against, weapons have no purpose but to kill people.
Death Penalty: Sharply Divided.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Weakly Isolationist, but militantly against relations with capitalist nations.
Drugs: Open towards marijuana, cannabis et al but opposed to stronger drugs like cocaine/heroin.
Economic System: Socialist, with very limited private proberty and business allowed.
Education: All citizens should be allowed education at whatever level they choose after high school an at whatever school.
Energy Policy: Strongly pro-environment. Population supports full use of Laueria's wind, water and sunliht to create energy.
Environment: Everyone agrees the environment is the most important thing on the planet.
Euthanasia: Mostly for.
Gay Marriage: Strongly in favor.
Gun Control: Ditto. Weapons only kill people.
Humanitarian Aid: For. We must help our brothers and sisters all over the world.
Immigration Policies: Anyone who wants in can come.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Against, because we do not want to be just another nation voting in these.
Nuclear Weapons: Against, for obvious reasons.
Philosophy: Follow mostly the Buddha's philosophy of self-denial and enlightenment, along with the social teachings of Jesus and Confucius.
Prostitution: Against, it spreads disease.
Religion: 61% Mahayana Buddhist, 20% Confucianist, 16% Roman Catholic, 3% Taoist.
Social Security: For in every form.
The UN: Against, most nations in it are capitalist dictatorships.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Universal at 16 years of age. 65% voted in 2004 election.
War: Against.



The Kingdom of Lesser Ribena
Abortion: Curently legal before 30 weeks
Alliances: Welcome but only for economic means
Arms Trade: Flourishing, trade welcome with all nations
Death Penalty: In use only for high treason and severe murders
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: Legal in some medicines but otherwise illegal
Economic System: Regulated free market
Education: Free to all up to 18
Energy Policy: Nationalized
Environment: Soem controls in place
Euthanasia: Illegal, though not often taken to court
Gay Marriage: Civil ceremonies allowed, not religious though
Gun Control: Handguns illegal, rifles by license
Humanitarian Aid: In return for trade concessions
Immigration Policies: Tight
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: Not in use
Philosophy: Social Democracy
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Encouraged as long as it's patriotic
Social Security: Quite extensive
The UN: Member
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 18 and elections every 4 years
War: Not sought but will wage if necessary
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16-07-2005, 17:46
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The Free Land of Maineiacs
Abortion: Legal during first trimester, then only to save mother's life. Minors (under 18) must give parental notification
Alliances: None
Arms Trade: Illegal
Death Penalty: Unconstituional
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Armed neutrality
Drugs: All recreational drugs legalized
Economic System: Mainly socialist, with some free market aspects
Education: Free to all, including higher education. Compulsory until age 17
Energy Policy: Extensive use of solar/hydro/nuclear power. Automobiles run on hydrogen power cells, research into fusion underway
Environment: High priority. Many regulations in place
Euthanasia: Legal with signed, witnessed, notarized DNR
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Guns available only to police and millitary
Humanitarian Aid: Extensive. Especially foodstuffs and medicines
Immigration Policies: Background check required for all applicants. 30 day visa, may apply for green card. One year wait for naturalization
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): In favor, if all parties benefit equally Nuclear Weapons: No
Philosophy: Egalitarian, Liberal, with extensive civil rights
Prostitution: Legal
Religion: Freedom of religion constitutionally guaranteed
Social Security: Extensive social programs
The UN: Regional Delegate for Earth NA
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Universal sufferage at 18. Congessional elections every 2 years, Presidential every 4 years on even numbered years. Regional legislature elections every 2 years, Gubernatorial every 4 years on odd numbered years
War: Pacifist, but will act in self-defence
Alliances: On good relations with all Earth NA nations, but no formal alliances


The Imperial Commonwealth of Malkyer
Abortion: Legal only in special circumstances (i.e. rape, when the mother's life is endangered, etc).
Alliances: Ottoman Alliance, Coalition Forces Alliance, Council of International Imperial Powers (defunct?). There are also several nation-states that are close allies of Malkyer, including the Khailfah al Musilmeen and Roach-Busters.
Arms Trade: Coventional arms sold to just about anyone willing to pay, NBC weapons never sold.
Death Penalty: Yes, for cases of Murder (excepting Involuntary Manslaughter), Rape, and Treason.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): The Imperial Commonwealth maintains a practice of open relations with many nations, except those deemed as 'threats to the Commonwealth,' be they direct or indirect. Insofar as nations with whom there has been no prior dialouge, a stance of armed neutrality in the Swiss model is maintained.
Drugs: Cannabis products (marijuana and hashish) are legal on private property with the owner of said property's consent. Hard drugs, such as heroin, cocaine, and ecstasy, are illegal in all cases.
Economic System: Free-Market Capitalist. The vast majority of industry and corporations are privatized, though certain ultilities are government-monopolies. The government operates its own 'brand' of various products and services, in order to raise money in place of the non-existant income tax. Several provinces and colonies have a sales-tax, though there is no standard version for the entire nation.
Education: There are both private and state schools for primary education (grades K-5), so that in theory even the poorest children will be literate and hav basic mathematical skills. Secondary education (grades 6-12) is largely privatized, meaningly that middle- and upper-class children generally get the best education. However, it is not uncommon for intelligent and driven lower-class children to gain entry via scholarships and vouchers. Post-Secondary education (colleges and universities) are entirely private, with the exception of the Royal University (with campuses in Vancouver, Los Angeles, Sydney, Perth, Kingston, and Durban) and the War College.
Energy Policy: Nuclear reactors power most of North America and Australia, though the Carribean and Cape Viceroyalties still rely heavily on fossil fuels.
Environment: Not officially protected, but there exist numerous volunteer and non-profit groups that donate time and money to environmental preservation and clean-ups. Pollution is relatively low in North America and Australia, due to the prevalence of nuclear power over coal or fossil fuels.
Euthanasia: Legal with patient's written consent and supporting medical evidence.
Gay Marriage: Illegal. Civil Unions, which include benefits such as inheritance and visitation rights, are legal in most provinces and colonies, a notable exception being the Viceroyalty of the Cape.
Gun Control: Lenient. Any personal weapon not currently in use by the various Armed Forces of the Commonwealth (excepting handguns) and/or deemed to have "excessive destructive ability" (i.e. RPGs) is available for purchase. Concealed carry of firearms is legal, though no weapons may be brought inside government buildings or banks.
Humanitarian Aid: Rarely, though generous if the source requesting aid is determined to be legitimate.
Immigration Policies: Quite liberal. Essentially, anyone who wishes to immigrate is subjected to a review board, and if there are no reasonable objections, that person is allowed to enter. Citizenship is attained by a series of examinations and oathes taken by a legal adult (aged nineteen). Children under the age of nineteen are not considered citizens, but are often treated as such, especially if both parents are citizens.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): The Imperial Commonwealth is a member of several, though there are rumors that His Majesty's Government intends to void the more inactive ones.
Nuclear Weapons: The Imperial Commonwealth maintains small stockpiles of both strategic and tactical nuclear weapons.
Philosophy: Classic Liberalism prevails in most of the country, tempered by social conservatism.
Prostitution: Legal in the Viceroyalty of the Carribean, and is a government-monopoly. Prostitutes are checked monthly at approved medical centers, and those with communicable diseases lose their liscence, and are usually compensated an average month's pay.
Religion: Officially secular, though the Monarchy is traditionally Lutheran. Protestantism, usually Lutheran or Methodist, is the predominant religion, though Russian Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Anglican, Dutch Reformed Church, and various African diasporic religions are common in various parts of the Commonwealth.
Social Security: None.
The UN: Generally treated as a laughable joke.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Suffrage for all citizens at age nineteen. Approximately 60% of eligible population votes in Prime Ministerial elections, 50% in Presidential, and 60% in Parliamentary.
War: When deemed necessary, the Imperial Commonwealth will not shy from using it's considerable military assests to protect itself, its assets, or its allies. The Commonwealth will also resort to preemptive actions and overt threats against weaker nations in order to preserve the status quo in "strategic sensitive areas" (for example, the Panama Canal).
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16-07-2005, 17:47
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The Untied Humankind of Neo Zeta
Abortion: Legal in extream cases
Arms Trade: Fully allowed aslong as it dosnt trade top secret weapons
Death Penalty: Used in cases fit for it
Diplomatic Stance: Expansionist
Drugs: Legal
Economic System: Capitalism
Education: Free threw all levels even college
Euthanasia: Illegal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Only light arms
Immigration Policies: Allowed after approvel
Large Alliances: The GE and The Grand Dominion Axis
Nuclear Weapons: Allowed but not needed
Philosophy: Loyalty and Honor come first freedom secound
Prostitution: Legal
Religion: All allowed tho State Relgion is the worship of the Goddess Aura
Social Security: Not needed
The UN: Ignored
War: Used when the Founders or Emperor deem fit


The Archapilago of New Burmesia
Abortion: Legal undeer certain conditions.
Alliances:With other Leftist nations, and others besides.
Arms Trade: Neither sells nor recieves arms of any description for non-civilian use.
Death Penalty: Abolished.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Belives in self-determination and will not interfere with other nation's affairs. However, the nation is very open and engages with others.
Drugs: LSD, Muahrooms, Cannabis, Extacy, Ketamine and Alcohol are all legal under certain conditions.
Economic System: Amost entirely nationalised, with a few small local shops and restaurants etc forming the small privater sector. Nationalised industries are run by the government and worker's councils.
Education: Compolsory until 16
Energy Policy: Uses offshore wind, offshore solar and marine current turbine technology to generate most energy. Remaining energy comes from breeder nuclear reactors.
Environment: Well managed by government agencies.
Euthanasia: Legal through 'living wills'.
Gay Marriage: Legal.
Gun Control: Fairly liberal.
Humanitarian Aid: Focuses on political change more than aid, but still gives far more money in aid than on defence.
Immigration Policies: Fairly open and tolerant, however most people expect this to work two ways with successful integration programs.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None, since they create lerge political divisions that cause more harm than good.
Nuclear Weapons: None.
Philosophy: Many hands make light work.
Prostitution: Legal.
Religion: Secular society.
Social Security: Very extensive.
The UN: Member.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting at 16 every 3 years for the soviets and 6 years for the Supreme Council.
War: Opposed.


The Wandering Armed Factions of New Militias
Abortion: A woman has her rights to give up a child. As long as the child hasn't reached a certain state in teh pregnancy, there's nothing wrong with it. But due to our low population, we have illegalized Abortion to keep our population high, but this increases the demand for ships.
Alliances:As our mother nation, Green Sun, believes, a nation should only join one alliance and stick to it, unless the alliance is for a specific thing.
Arms Trade: As we have started as Mercenaries, owning a firearm is a must. We believe everyone has a right to a weapon, just not too powerful ones.
Death Penalty: If you murder, rape, or OD someone, you deserve to die.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): As we are a nomadic peoples, we have to be very open with our government, otherwise we will surely perish.
Drugs: Just an excuse for incompetence and arrogance. All drug dealers should be given life imprisonment.
Economic System: Since it would prove worthless to have an internal capitalist system, we are forced to use communism to distribute goods, since greed would tear us apart.
Education: Everyone deserves a full and equal education, so it is free, but not necessarily acceptance into colleges.
Energy Policy: We have to share as much energy as possible, for giving one ship more energy would be favoritism.
Environment: We have to keep our ships completely clean to avoid disease.
Euthanasia: If you feel you can't go on, then New Militias has no use for you.
Gay Marriage: So long as it doesn't interfere with your duties, it's fine, sometimes encouraged.
Gun Control: We are united because we all have the same goals. We don't need gun control because we need weaposn to survive.
Humanitarian Aid: Please?
Immigration Policies: The more the merrier!
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): They will grow up to become corrupt much like the UN.
Nuclear Weapons: Ineffective in space combat.
Philosophy: Don't piss anyone off
Prostitution: We don't eed disease spreading amongst the ships.
Religion: If it will give us hope, let the people organize it themselves.
Social Security: See Euthanasia
The UN: Corrupt and a liability
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Must be a member of government
War: It pays the bills.
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16-07-2005, 17:48
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The Sheikdom of Ottoman Khaif
Abortion: No
Arms Trade: no
Death Penalty: yes
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): semi isolationist
Drugs: illegal
Economic System: Semi Socialist
Education: Yes
Euthanasia: Yes
Gay Marriage: no
Gun Control: semi Yes and no
Immigration Policies: yes
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Ottoman Alliance
Nuclear Weapons: Yes
Philosophy: Peaceful expanding
Prostitution: no
Religion: Islam
Social Security: Yes
The UN: Yes for now
War: Rarely get into wars
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:49
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The Allied States of Palixia
Abortion: Pro-Choice
Alliances: None
Arms Trade: Mediocre
Death Penalty: Used
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): To seek alliances with nations
Drugs: Legal
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: Free with exception of Private Schools or Prep schools
Energy Policy: Solar, Hydro
Environment: beautiful
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Illegal
Gun Control: Somewhat Strict
Humanitarian Aid: Granted to Nations in need
Immigration Policies: Somewhat Strict
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): UN, C.I.N. (observer)
Nuclear Weapons: Manufactured in war time
Philosophy: Democratic... Right Winged
Prostitution: Legal
Religion: Freedom of Choice, Mostly members of Holy Church of Floyd
Social Security: Outstanding
The UN: Member
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Age: 16
War: Only unless it affects Palixia's people or freedom


The Military Republic of Pantheaa
Abortion: Legal
Alliances: RC (E2)
Arms Trade: trade to any nation
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance: open
Drugs: illegal
Economic System: Libertarian Capitalism, no welfare policies
Education: Free primary and secondary education, military college is free, all other universities is paid by pupil
Energy Policy: solar power and gas power
Environment: somewhat dirty in urban areas, lots of smog,
Euthanasia: No
Gay Marriage: No
Gun Control: No
Humanitarian Aid: None, needs foregin aid because Pantheaa is a 3rd world nation
Immigration Policies: Closed to anyone that is not of Pantheaan or Slovakian descent
Large Alliances: Romen Confederacy (E2)
Nuclear Weapons: Nope
Philosophy: The army is the true guardians of the state, because they wield the power of force, Our people must be pure and free of anything that will make they're minds corrupt like gay marriage and drugs. When this is accomplish we will become godlike
Prostitution: no
Religion: Catholic is offical lang, all others are accepted, religious fundmentalism will be dealt with force
Social Security: No
The UN: Not a member,
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 18, Only allowed to vote in local elections no elections for executive branch, senators are chosen by the President
War: Avoid at all cost, uses terrorism when odds are against Pantheaa.


The Plutocratic Shahdom of the Parthians
Abortion: Yes, but only in cases of rape or when the mother's life is endangered. Abortions are required in cases of race mixing.
Alliances: CAD
Arms Trade: Yes
Death Penalty: Yes, all violent crimes and political ones are potential death penalty offenses. And it is required for murder, rape, and burglary.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Expansionist
Drugs: Alcohol and tobacco have no set purchase age, and marijuana is sold in special stores. Opium is grown for export only.
Economic System: Extreme capitalist plutocracy
Education: Privatized, optional education
Energy Policy: We sit on lots of oil and use it regularly.
Environment: We don't care much for a lot of it, but certain pristine areas are protected.
Euthanasia: Yes
Gay Marriage: No, homosexuality is punished by lashing.
Gun Control: Politically loyal Parthians can own assault rifles, RPGs, military gear, and anything they can afford short of WMDs.
Humanitarian Aid: None
Immigration Policies: Based on racial criteria, very difficult to immigrate.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): RWC
Nuclear Weapons: Yes, lots of them, but we use chemical weapons more often.
Philosophy: We will bury you and colonize the ashes of your nation.
Prostitution: Yes, but prostitutes who knowingly engage in their buisness when they know they have a disease which can be spread by sex is punished by death.
Religion: Zoroastrian
Social Security: No
The UN: We do not recognize the UN.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): No elections, ever.
War: We happily smash other nations, lots of war.
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16-07-2005, 17:50
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16-07-2005, 17:51
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The Free German Commonwealth of Rammsteinburg
Abortion: Legal
Alliances: None currently.
Arms Trade: None
Death Penalty: Banned
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: All are legal
Economic System: Moderately socialist. (private enterprise is allowed but faces moderate regulations)
Education: Education is the government priority.
Energy Policy: The nation runs mostly on nuclear power, with some use of hydroelectric power and wind farms. Power plants are government operated.
Environment: Well taken care of and protected.
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal.
Gun Control: Only law enforcement and military can own guns.
Humanitarian Aid: Rammsteinburg provides aid when needed and requested.
Immigration Policies: Immigration is encouraged. Rammsteinburg's borders are open to all.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): Not a member of any.
Nuclear Weapons: Banned.
Philosophy: Popular in Rammsteinburg.
Prostitution: Legal.
Religion: Religious freedom protected by law.
Social Security: Avaliable to all.
The UN: Corrupt.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting age is 18 (or 17 for those who will be 18 within three months after an election). 90% of registered voters reguarly vote.
War: Should be avoided, but is inevitable and necessary in some situations. Should always be a last resort.


The Grand Duchy of Roathin
Abortion: tolerated but discouraged
Alliances: allegiance to the Emperor in Iashadarin, overlord of the Shavannarese Empire; allied states therefore include the Grand Duchies of Nenia, Iamhagask, Vancing and Saladaar
Arms Trade: active
Death Penalty: legal, but can be circumvented by appropriate necromancy or theurgy
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): opening up, after decades of isolation
Drugs: controlled; phytomancers and alchemists monitor quality
Economic System: free trade
Education: apprenticeship systems are common, with a complex guild system and cross-apprenticeship model
Energy Policy: agricultural self-sustaining model; magitech
Environment: largely pristine; modern-type industrial areas are few and segregated by physical barriers
Euthanasia: is considered a legitimate activity, but not encouraged
Gay Marriage: none
Gun Control: none; some forms of technology are magically suppressed
Humanitarian Aid: contributes towards peacekeeping forces and provides some refugee support
Immigration Policies: free entry; some immigrants are psionically monitored
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): none
Nuclear Weapons: preference for magitech; able to manipulate Higgs field and therefore unconcerned about them in general
Philosophy: is considered a legitimate activity, and much indulged in
Prostitution: is considered a legitimate activity, and much less indulged in
Religion: is considered a legitimate activity except where it interferes with the business of the state
Social Security: none
The UN: is considered a legitimate activity, and an interesting one to observe
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): not applicable; however, the Council of Decision has 240 civic representatives nominated by their civic groups (guilds, colleges etc) and they sit each new moon.
War: is considered a legitimate activity; Roathin bears allegiance to the Shavannarese Empire and the Army of the Marshal of the East is quartered in Roathargon.
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16-07-2005, 17:52
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The Incorporated States of Sarzonia
Abortion: Only in unusual circumstances
Arms Trade: Considering the Portland Iron Works, yes.
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Non interventionist except in cases of genocide in general and anti-gay genocide in particular.
Drugs: Soon to be illegal
Economic System: Socially-minded but capitalist
Education: Umm, yes? Education through the equivalent of the first two years of undergraduate is compulsory.
Euthanasia: Yes
Gay Marriage: Sort of. Civil unions replaced marriage as a legally binding relationship.
Gun Control: Guns are currently banned, but the ban will be repealed in the wake of the Inkanan war.
Immigration Policies: Only permitted in cases of asylum.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Organisation of Maritime Powers, Woodstock Pact
Nuclear Weapons: Yes
Philosophy: Peaceful expansion, but in the event of war, we fight to win.
Prostitution: Yes. Prostitution companies and private agents are taxed heavily.
Religion: No state sponsored religion exists.
Social Security: To an extent. People have one percent of their incomes taken out pre-tax for Roth IRA-similar accounts and Social Security kicks in at 75 years of age upon retirement. However, it is on a sliding scale (the more you make, the less Social Security you get). Above the equivalent of $100,000 per annum US, you get no Social Security.
The UN: No
War: We've been in several wars. We do not observe the Geneva Convention.


The Republic of Siap
Abortion: Pro-Choice, but frowned upon
Alliances: No active alliances
Arms Trade: active
Death Penalty: none
Diplomatic : Semi-Isolationist
Drugs: Legal, but taxed by potency
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: All education is free. Education is the focus of the Siapian Government
Energy Policy: Nuclear, solar, hydro and geothermal power
Environment: being revitalized
Euthanasia: legal
Gay Marriage: accepted
Gun Control: guns are legal, but taxed by terms of danger
Humanitarian Aid: granted to nations in dire need or in terms of quid pro quo
Immigration Policies: fairly relaxed
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): none
Nuclear Weapons: currently reducing stockpile
Philosophy: Innovation is greatly admired and intellectual development is thought to be the greatest pursuit
Prostitution: legal
Religion: No official religion is condoned, but spirituality is officialy encouraged
Social Security: Decent
The UN: Not a member, but holds no animosity towards it
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 16 is the voting age and Chancellorial elections occur every four years, senatorial elections every two
War: Direct conflict is generally avoided by any means necessary


The Armed Republic of Skibereen
Abortion: Outlawed
Alliances:Formerly of the Defunct Ancient Orders of Hibernians, Quite member of a handful of othe Alliances.
Arms Trade: Legal
Death Penalty: Common Law
Diplomatic Stance:Open
Drugs: Illegal
Economic System: Free Market Capitalism
Education: The Primary Focus of Government Spending
Energy Policy: Pro-Alternative Energy, Nuclear Power is Used.
Environment: Active Enviromental Policies
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Outlawed
Gun Control: All gun control Legislation is Prohibited Under Constitutional Protection
Humanitarian Aid: Aid is given in order of most profitable market share made availble by applying nation
Immigration Policies: Skibereen has an extremely open Immigration Policy
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): --Geo-political implications of large National Allainces is still being examined and considered by Skibereenian Political Experts
Nuclear Weapons: Active Proliferation
Philosophy: A currently right leaning Centrist Democracy
Prostitution: Legal
Religion: The predominate faith is Catholic, with strong Central Asian Animist, and Afro-Cuban influences.
Social Security: Limited
The UN: Anti- The United Nations aids in supporting the farce of the Socialist mentality.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 18-Skibereen has for the last century suffered from extreme internal turmoil with the hundred year civil war, the inclusion of its self in the Fyreheart /Furrussian war. Raids from the nation of Erinin. Political and Religious insurgents. No elections have ever been held in Skibereen
War: While Skibereen is not pro-war, Skibereenian philosophy given its history of strife leans towards the desire for pre-emptive military action as opposed to long term cold escalation.


The Shadowy State of Snake Eaters
Abortion: Legal prior to 24 weeks- It is their choice
Alliances: The Wizards Council (not mainstream, but it's there), Galactic Empire
Arms Trade: A part of the economy
Death Penalty: Banned nationwide
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Fairly open with certain isolationist tendencies regarding information distribution
Drugs: Soft drugs (Cannabis) legal under controlled circumstances. Hard drugs (crack cocaine, heroin, ecstacy) illegal. No help given to those taking any drugs
Economic System: Semi-Socialist
Education: Private
Energy Policy:50% Nuclear, 25% Geothermal, 15% Tidal, 10% Solar
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Only in the hands of trained personnel - military and police
Humanitarian Aid:Used to help a country start it's own economy, then reclaimed when that country can afford it and still have enough to sustain it's own nation
Immigration Policies: Allow in those who work in professions that are in short supply. All others are subject to a full hearing
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): N/A
Nuclear Weapons: Deterrent only - never meant to be used
Philosophy: It's a free country, people can think all they want
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Any and all are allowed
Social Security: Definatley needed
The UN: A useful organisation to allow diplomatic resolutions before hostilites, but too restricting on many issues
Voting Age & Voting Frequency: Minimum Age: 17 years, 6 months. Frequency: Once every four years required, can be more often if deemed necessery by reigning government
War: A fact of life, it cannot be avoided all the time


The Confederacy of the Sthans
Abortion: Legal before 28 weeks.
Alliances: Member of a small regional alliance, called the Pragmatic Entente.
Arms Trade: Only with allies.
Death Penalty: Illegal.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open.
Drugs: Outlawed (except for marijuana) with help programs for those taking some.
Economic System: Regulated Capitalism (that is, free market but regulated whenever the government wants).
Education: Public and free.
B]Energy Policy:[/B] All nuclear.
Environment: Devastated by human settlement.
Euthanasia: Legal.
Gay Marriage: Legal.
Gun Control: No guns except for police&military.
Humanitarian Aid: Free and widely offered to anyone in need.
Immigration Policies: Open.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None and considered as useless.
Nuclear Weapons: Very few (only for defense).
Philosophy: Nationalist.
Prostitution: Absolutely illegal.
Religion: All are authorized but the State is atheist.
Social Security: Extensive.
The UN: Delegateship. It is accepted by most people and politicians as a part of politics.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency: Minimum age: 17 years old. Average voting frequency is once every 3 years (considering all elections)
War: Defense only
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16-07-2005, 17:53
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The Obviously Satirical Republic of Taldaan
Abortion: Legal
Alliances: Woodstock Pact
Arms Trade: Conventional arms to friendly and neutral nations
Death Penalty: No [/b]
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: Legal, regulated just like any other product
Economic System: Mild socialism
Education: State-funded. Very high priority. Free primary and secondary education, subsidised university and scholarships for most able students
Energy Policy: Hydrogen fuel only for vehicles. National grid powered by renewable energy sources and occasional nuclear plants, but currently changing to hydrogen
Environment: Clean, beautiful, and unspoiled. Restricted logging and mining allowed, but companies must pay for clearup afterwards.
Euthanasia: Only in extreme cases.
Gay Marriage: Civil unions, but every marrying couple has to get a civil union as religious marriages have no legal power.
Gun Control: No guns except for the police and military
Humanitarian Aid: Disaster relief, and contributions to the Woodstock Pact humanitarian aid fund
Immigration Policies: Open door, except for fleeing criminals, known terrorists, and enemy nationals
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): No membership
Nuclear Weapons: Small arsenal, never used
Philosophy: Freedom and equality for everyone!
Prostitution: Legal, regulated according to Goods and Services laws
Religion: All religions legal, but members can be arrested for carrying out religious laws if they contravene Taldaani law. Religious ceremonies, eg. marriage, have no legal power
Social Security: Unemployment benefits given indefinitely to those unable to work. Those who can work are given six months to find a job, and government support is given for this. Pensions and child support are also given.
The UN: Not a member, but sees it as a good thing.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 18. Maximum term in office is four years, and most leaders will stay for that long.
War: Avoid if possible, but if not, fight hard.


The Sucellan Governance of Tannenmille
Abortion: In extraordinary occasions
Arms Trade: Yes
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Partially Open, Sucello System restricted
Drugs: Marijuana legal, alcohol heavily taxed, hard drugs illegal
Economic System: Free Trade (just look at my nation, it's Capitalizt [working on becoming Anarchy])
Education: Very large role in culture
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Civil union, recognized as marriage if recognized by a church
Gun Control: Loose
Immigration Policies: Loose
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Classified at this time
Nuclear Weapons: Not used
Philosophy: Free trade / Capitalizt Utopia
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Not enforced by government, but primarily non-denominational Chirstianity
Social Security: Not given
The UN: Not a part of
War: Decided on a per case basis, after attempts at diplomacy


The Grand Emphatically Gerotoric Empire of Tanthan
Abortion: Very rare, but allowed
Alliances: None currently
Arms Trade: Under Viken it is stealing arms, Empress Ge'lio IX allowed
Death Penalty: Only dueling exists as a 'Death Penalty'
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Viken: Isolationist, Empress Ge'lio IX: Gerotoric Empire
Drugs: Extremely popular, legal, with controled effects, no problems with the government produced drugs.
Economic System: Extremely good. 85.95% growth a year.
Education: Average IQ 190, Incredible schools
Energy Policy: Type-2 Fusion Reactors and N-Class Crystal Reactor
Environment: Very well taken care of
Euthanasia: Not performed or asked for
Gay Marriage: Allowable, but rare.
Gun Control: Guns are usually too weak, but no restrictions exist
Humanitarian Aid: The Empire provides all aid when needed
Immigration Policies: Not allowed
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None
Nuclear Weapons: Abandoned 370 years ago
Philosophy: A major center of discussion and is a profession for many!
Prostitution: A few 'toys' cover it so prostitution is extremely rare
Religion: Yes, varies, but under one religon mainly.
Social Security: Covered by the Empire under aid.
The UN: None
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): [ /b] 50+ and a test required to ensure that voters know all parties in detail and their leaders.
War: Extremely common as a recreational activity!



The Borderlands of The Charr
Abortion: What is this, 'abortion'?
Alliances: We have one, of sorts. We do not seek to tie ourselves to others in such a fashion, but we are not completely closed to the notion.
Arms Trade: The proliferation of deathdealers is necessary for others to defend themselves, thus we see no reason why we should not make some gold from their trade. More powerful deathdealers must be sold with vigilance, however.
Death Penalty: When a Charr disgraces himself sufficiently to warrant it, they are executed by the victim, without mercy, and without appeal. Such a dishonour can only be earned through killing in a shameful fashion (e.g. stabbing in the back, shooting someone, or killing a helpless person without their consent), stealing without need, rape of another's mate(s), or running from battle in times of war.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Isolationist, looking to become more open.
Drugs: Hard drugs are good for dulling one's fighting spirit. Thus, they are good for nothing.
Economic System: People are free to make money on their own, but the Council will intervene if they do so in a dishonourable fashion. Most necessities are provided freely through taxation money.
Education: All education is provided freely for all Charr pups and human offspring.
Energy Policy: Largely geothermal, with some hydroelectric plants in the south and wind farms in the east.
Environment: Charr appreciate that given to them by the gods, they live off it, and thus they protect it to the best of their ability. Tyria is a beautiful and diverse place and will remain so for as long as the Charr control it.
Euthanasia: There is no honour in lying on a bed being kept alive by machines. There is no dishonour in choosing one's own method of death while one is still able to do so.
Gay Marriage: What is this, 'gay'?
Gun Control: There is none, as it is not needed. Tradition dictates that the use of deathdealers, excepting times of war, is dishonourable, and thus no Charr choose to own them despite their availability.
Humanitarian Aid: Such a racist term. Until its name is changed we see no reason to give it.
Immigration Policies: Presently, Tyria's borders are sealed to all outsiders without the express permission of the Council of Clans.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None.
Nuclear Weapons: There is no honour in destroying entire cities without moving a muscle.
Philosophy: The Charr remain extremely tradition-driven, with ancient traditions influencing nearly every aspect of civilian, military and government life.
Prostitution: Female Charr are far too primitive to create such a profession. If it doesn't exist, there is no need to form an opinion about it.
Religion: ALL Charr worship the Gods of Fire; their awesome power is worthy of respect. Humans have recently been liberated, however, and they now bring their quaint pagan religions into society. We tolerate them, for the time being.
Social Security: If you cannot help yourself, we will not help you.
The UN: We're out, and we're staying out. We will not be ruled by a corrupt, godless, human-dominated organisation.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): All Ascended males are able to vote for their Clan Leader. Another election will be be called only when the people of that Clan are unsatisfied with their Leader; it is wasteful to continually re-elect the same person. Female Charr lack the cognitive abilities to even comprehend the concept of an election, much less to participate in one. Humans now have their own clans, and their voting concerns are not our concerns, though I believe they have allowed males and females over the age of 16 to vote for their Clan Leaders.
War: Few desire it, but it is an excellent way to gain honour and distinguish the warriors from the combatants. With the Gods of Fire on our side, none shall rule Tyria but the Charr.


The Empire of The Kraven Corporation
Abortion: outlawed
Alliances: none
Arms Trade: Mediocre
Death Penalty: Used Extensively
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Seeks to open relations with other nations, as long as it is in the Corporations' best interests.
Drugs: Outlawed
Economic System: Powerhouse
Education: Government Controlled Schools
Energy Policy: Nuclear Power
Environment: Of no concern
Euthanasia: Outlawed
Gay Marriage: Outlawed
Gun Control: Strict, only police and military may wield weapons of any kind.
Humanitarian Aid: Outlawed
Immigration Policies: Strict border control, no immigrants
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None
Nuclear Weapons: Nuclear, biological, and chemical capabilities
Philosophy: Totalitarian Police State, peace through superior firepower
Prostitution: Outlawed
Religion: Outlawed
Social Security: Outlawed
The UN: Outlawed
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Outlawed
War: Only if it's in the interests of the corporation
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:54
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The Jingoistic States of Unabashed Greed
Abortion: Who cares? Can we make some money at it?
Arms Trade: Are you kidding?! Mucho Dinero my friend.
Death Penalty: Sure. I mean, workers can be replaced
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): You want our products, really. And we'd love for you to pay for them!
Drugs: See "Arms Trade".
Economic System: CAPITOLISM RAWKS!!
Education: It should be streamlined acording to economic class, the executives going to higher schools, of course.
Euthanasia: There's got to be a market out there...
Gay Marriage: Everyone needs to pay for marriage licenses...
Gun Control: And gun permits too...
Immigration Policies: And visa's!
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Noetworking my friend. Networking!
Nuclear Weapons: The number one export comodity!
Philosophy: As long as there's some money in it for us.
Prostitution: The oldest trade in history, and still one of the most lucrative!
Religion: We take our cues from the catholic church of the 1400's... pay for pray.
Social Security: Now that is pure and simple "punishment of the successful"!
The UN: They're okay most of the time, but they can be shortsighted when it comed to the pocketbook.
War: You mean "Making money the easy way," don't you?


The Corporate Overlordship of Undelia
Abortion: Against, we need more peons
Arms Trade: Its our biggest industry
Death Penalty: slaves are better, but we’ve got nothing against it
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Anything to make a buck
Drugs: All illegal, even caffeine
Economic System: corporatism
Education: The peons don’t need an education. Only the upper class that pays for it do.
Euthanasia: Against, we need you to work your whole life, dang it.
Gay Marriage: Against, all marriages are arranged and enforced by the state for optimal breeding purposes
Gun Control: For, the peons can’t have guns
Immigration Policies: Foreigners are only good for one thing. Slaves
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Qer Tu
Nuclear Weapons: The more the merrier
Philosophy: Dragonism
Prostitution: Against, interferes with breeding program
Religion: The Church of the Twin Dragons
Social Security: And give the oldies a reason to stop working? Pfff
The UN: Screw em
War: A legitimate means to profit
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:55
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The Sovereign People's Republic of Vas Pokhoronim
Abortion: on-demand
Arms Trade: pro-convential, anti-WMD, anti landmine
Death Penalty: against
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): semi-isolationist
Drugs: regulated as a public health matter
Economic System: Dufouriste-Kznijnskijist socialism
Education: compulsory to college
Euthanasia: regulated
Gay Marriage: allowed
Gun Control: regulated
Immigration Policies: open
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): cumbersome but useful
Nuclear Weapons: stockpiled
Philosophy: non-Marxist social democracy
Prostitution: regulated
Religion: discouraged but not prohibited
Social Security: universal
The UN: a paper tiger
War: apalling but occasionally necessary


The Democratic Principality of Vintovia
Abortion : legal, available on state health if found Family cannot support child.
Alliances: Several, loose alliances against genocidal nations. Also The UoSOTS treaty.
Arms Trade: Little, mostly government agencies buying arms for Police or Military.
Death Penalty: Never
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc)[/B]: To seek salliances with nations, so that we may better the world. Very Open.
Drugs: Mostly Illegal, some available for medical purposes, or for those with painful, terminal diseases.
Economic System: Socialist/Capitalist. Most industries have a State Poligopoly (Many State firms, giving choice to Consumer)
Education: Free, People encouraged to keep goin back to College for new skills.
Energy Policy: Nuclear, Hydroelectric. Developing Hydrogen fuel cells.
Environment: Mostly Beautiful.
Euthanasia: Legal, verdict on necessity given by a jury.
Gay Marriage: Legal, encourgaed to take on children from state care.
Gun Control: Very Strict
Humanitarian Aid: Large Aid budget, Countries Means Tested.
Immigration Policies: Open, Skilled preferred, but not essential.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): UN, MPH (Not really an alliance) UoSOTS
Nuclear Weapons: Tightly Controlled, No actual weapons, well-guarded preliminary technology.
Philosophy: Socialist, Libertarian
Prostitution: Legal, Government Regulated.
Religion: Completely Secular. Separation of Church and State taken as Sovereign right.
The UN: Member
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Age: 18. 16-18 year olds can gain voting rights if tested. Lower house once every 4 yearys. Upper house once every 8 years.
Social Security Pensions equal and fair. unemployment Benefits, Tax credits for families. Subsidies on taking Educational and Skills improving courses that are not from state Institutions.
War: Only to spread Freedom and Democracy, or if a direct threat to Vintovia.
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:56
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Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:57
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Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 17:58
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Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 18:00
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Unabashed Greed
16-07-2005, 18:03
The Jingoistic States of Unabashed Greed

Abortion: Who cares? Can we make some money at it?

Arms Trade: Are you kidding?! Mucho Dinero my friend.

Death Penalty: Sure. I mean, workers can be replaced

Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): You want our products, really. And we'd love for you to pay for them!

Drugs: See "Arms Trade".

Economic System: CAPITOLISM RAWKS!!

Education: It should be streamlined acording to economic class, the executives going to higher schools, of course.

Euthanasia: There's got to be a market out there...

Gay Marriage: Everyone needs to pay for marriage licenses...

Gun Control: And gun permits too...

Immigration Policies: And visa's!

Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Noetworking my friend. Networking!

Nuclear Weapons: The number one export comodity!

Philosophy: As long as there's some money in it for us.

Prostitution: The oldest trade in history, and still one of the most lucrative!

Religion: We take our cues from the catholic church of the 1400's... pay for pray.

Social Security: Now that is pure and simple "punishment of the successful"!

The UN: They're okay most of the time, but they can be shortsighted when it comed to the pocketbook.

War: You mean "Making money the easy way," don't you?
Tannenmille
16-07-2005, 18:03
The Sucellan Governance of Tannenmille
Abortion: In extraordinary occasions
Arms Trade: Yes
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Partially Open, Sucello System restricted
Drugs: Marijuana legal, alcohol heavily taxed, hard drugs illegal
Economic System: Free Trade (just look at my nation, it's Capitalizt [working on becoming Anarchy])
Education: Very large role in culture
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Civil union, recognized as marriage if recognized by a church
Gun Control: Loose
Immigration Policies: Loose
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Classified at this time
Nuclear Weapons: Not used
Philosophy: Free trade / Capitalizt Utopia
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Not enforced by government, but primarily non-denominational Chirstianity
Social Security: Not given
The UN: Not a part of
War: Decided on a per case basis, after attempts at diplomacy
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 18:08
Just a reminder to use the format given to you in the first post. It makes things a lot easier on my part.
Gebirgsland
16-07-2005, 18:10
The United Socialist States of Gebirgsland
Abortion: Pro-choice
Arms Trade: Against
Death Penalty: Against
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: Legal
Economic System: Socialism
Education: Pro-education
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Pro-gay marriage
Gun Control: Against
Immigration Policies: Pro-immigration
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: Against
Philosophy: Social democracy
Prostitution: Discouraged, not illegal
Religion: Secular government, allows religious freedom for all groups
Social Security: Endorsed
The UN: Member
War: Against, but maintains a small self-defense forced armed with advanced weaponry. Does not attack other nations.
Unabashed Greed
16-07-2005, 18:11
Just a reminder to use the format given to you in the first post. It makes things a lot easier on my part.


No problem. Personally I'd really hate myself if I actually believed everything I just wrote, LOL :D
Florida Oranges
16-07-2005, 18:12
The Sunshine Republic of Florida Oranges
Abortion: Outlawed
Arms Trade: For
Death Penalty: For
Diplomatic Stance: Isolationist for now.
Drugs: Outlawed
Economic System: Capitalist.
Education: Not particularly well-funded or cared about in most parts of Florida Oranges.
Euthanasia:Outlawed
Gay Marriage: Outlawed
Gun Control: Loose
Immigration Policies: Strict
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: For
Prostitution: Outlawed.
Religion: Most folks are either Christian or Catholic. The government doesn't have any particular demonination, though they're believed to be Christian.
The UN: Tyrants.
War: Neccessary for the expansion of the Sunshine Republic.
Ottoman Khaif
16-07-2005, 18:13
Khailfah al Muslimeen
Abortion: No
Arms Trade: no
Death Penalty: yes
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):semi isolationist
Drugs: illegal
Economic System: Semi Socialist
Education: Yes
Euthanasia: Yes
Gay Marriage: no
Gun Control: semi Yes and no
Immigration Policies: yes
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Ottoman Alliance
Nuclear Weapons: Yes
Philosophy: Peaceful expanding
Prostitution: no
Religion: Islam
Social Security: Yes
The UN: Yes for now
War: Rarely get into wars
Kaduna
16-07-2005, 18:19
The Grand Duchy of Kaduna
Abortion: Legalised before 24 weeks
Arms Trade: Banned
Death Penalty: Banned
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: All legal, no help given to those taking drugs
Economic System: Socialist
Education: Privatised
Euthanasia: Legalised
Gay Marriage: Legalised
Gun Control: Legalised with restrictions
Immigration Policies: Legalised with restrictions
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: Banned
Philosophy: Peaceful Expansionist
Prostitution: Legalised, with restrictions
Religion: Warrior Gods
Social Security: Yes
The UN: Too Restricting
War: Only if the Warrior Gods decree it so
Snake Eaters
16-07-2005, 18:21
The Shadowy State of Snake Eaters

Abortion: Legal prior to 24 weeks- It is their choice
Arms Trade: A part of the economy
Death Penalty: Banned nationwide
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Fairly open with certain isolationist tendencies regarding information distribution
Drugs: Soft drugs (Cannabis) legal under controlled circumstances. Hard drugs (crack cocaine, heroin, ecstacy) illegal. No help given to those taking any drugs
Economic System: Semi-Socialist
Education: Private
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Only in the hands of trained personnel - military and police
Immigration Policies: Allow in those who work in professions that are in short supply. All others are subject to a full hearing
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): N/A
Nuclear Weapons: Deterrent only - never meant to be used
Philosophy: It's a free country, people can think all they want
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Any and all are allowed
Social Security: Definatley needed
The UN: A useful organisation to allow diplomatic resolutions before hostilites, but too restricting on many issues
War: A fact of life, it cannot be avoided all the time
Credonia
16-07-2005, 18:25
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Krakatao
16-07-2005, 18:27
The Rougue Nation of Krakatao
Abortion: Free
Arms Trade: Free
Death Penalty: Not applied.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Free immigration/emigration, free trade (no restrictions or customs) but isolationist with regards to treaties and international organisations.
Drugs: Unregulated, except government employees must not use them or advocate drug use during work time.
Economic System: Anarchocapitalism
Education: Private
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal. Marriage makes no difference in your relations to the government, but no adults are prevented from marrying.
Gun Control: None
Immigration Policies: Free/open
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: Krakatao has no nuclear program.
Philosophy: Anarchocapitalism
Prostitution: Legal
Religion: The government is strictly secular.
Social Security: None
The UN: Not member
War: Defense only.
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 18:29
All you have to do is copy and paste what's in the first post. Please do that. It's complicated to have to bold every category for everyone's posts.
Tannenmille
16-07-2005, 18:32
I copied and pasted mine into Notepad so I had to go back through and re-bold everything. It's not that hard, people. Just click n' drag and press "B".
Snake Eaters
16-07-2005, 18:33
All you have to do is copy and paste what's in the first post. Please do that. It's complicated to have to bold every category for everyone's posts.

Doesn't work, you of all people should know that. I copied and pasted it from the first post, and the system removes the bold on its own
Neo Zeta
16-07-2005, 18:38
The Untied Humankind of Neo Zeta

Abortion: Legal in extream cases
Arms Trade: Fully allowed aslong as it dosnt trade top secret weapons
Death Penalty: Used in cases fit for it
Diplomatic Stance: Expansionist
Drugs: Legal
Economic System: Capitalism
Education: Free threw all levels even college
Euthanasia: Illegal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Only light arms
Immigration Policies: Allowed after approvel
Large Alliances: The GE and The Grand Dominion Axis
Nuclear Weapons: Allowed but not needed
Philosophy: Loyalty and Honor come first freedom secound
Prostitution: Legal
Religion: All allowed tho State Relgion is the worship of the Goddess Aura
Social Security: Not needed
The UN: Ignored
War: Used when the Founders or Emperor deem fit
Anagonia
16-07-2005, 18:38
The Star Republic of Anagonia
Abortion: Medical and Technological advances leave this medical option obsolete.
Arms Trade: Sometimes
Death Penalty: Not really
Diplomatic Stance: Open
Drugs: Earthly drugs aside, some are legal. Alcohol is taxed, but legal.
Economic System: Capitalism
Education: Largely Funded, central part of the Republic.
Euthanasia: No
Gay Marriage: Haven't had any problems with the subject
Gun Control: Heavily looked into, but overall no major problems after policies in Secure Weapons in Timely Manners was introduced.
Immigration Policies: Looked into and watched heavily in the 45 Star Systems. However, since no major threat had been introduced throughout the Republic, no major policies.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Allied Socialist Defense Union (ASDU), Galactic Empire, some others I can't remember.
Nuclear Weapons: Yes, but heavily secured by Military. Used primarially in Starship Torpedoes
Philosophy: As the motto say's, "For God, Independence, and Freedom." Democracy, Liberty, Freedom, Independence, and the People all a central part of the Republic.
Prostitution: Not encouraged. Nothing is pressured, however.
Religion: A heavy part of Anagonian existance.
Social Security: Reformed and ready to go.
The UN: Joined, but not really useful as most rules are ignored.
War: "We have a Fleet for protection, an Army for support. Our reach is to the Stars, and we will not go out without a fight." -Unknown General
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 18:43
Doesn't work, you of all people should know that. I copied and pasted it from the first post, and the system removes the bold on its own

There used to be a space between the bold, so that the system didn't take it in. Edited. Either way, it isn't that hard to bold it on your own. Having to bold everyone's posts gets... frustrating.
Nordmalmo
16-07-2005, 18:44
The Peoples Republic of Nordmalmö
Abortion: Against
Arms Trade: Pro-arms trade
Death Penalty: Yes, no age limit, imposed for several crimes.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Quite open for diplomatic relations.
Drugs: Against, severe punishment for all drug related crime, trafficking carries a mandatory death penalty regardless of amount/circumstances
Economic System: Marxist Centralized economy, with some goverment experiments with marketeconomy for evaluation.
Education: Highly pro, always free
Euthanasia: Against
Gay Marriage: Against, homosexuality not tolerated, punished by law
Gun Control: Pro, no civilians are allowed to carry weapons
Immigration Policies: Take none, give none
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None, close relationship with PR of Northkantat.
Nuclear Weapons: Pro, in process of developing
Philosophy: Communiststate, Oneman dictatorship. Extreme personal cult of the god-like leader.
Prostitution: Forbidden, frowned upon. punished by law
Religion: Not allowed, punishable by law
Social Security: Extensively supported, Not allowed to be unemployed. Pensions are payed to everyone at age 65. Pensions are quite low, retired people can not afford to live alone. The social security is full of gaps.
The UN: Feels UN is good for discussing, but poor on reaching decisions, often ignores what it doesn´t like
War: Against war, will defend itself with any means necessary when cornered
Risban
16-07-2005, 18:53
The Grand Imperium of Risban
Abortion: The government allows it, but offers monetary rewards to motehrs that choose adoption over abortion.
Arms Trade: Strongly for adoption.
Death Penalty: Legal
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Strongly open diplomatically.
Drugs: Legal
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: Supported by the government; viewed to be important.
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: The Imperial Parliament is split half and half; civil unions are legal, but Gay Marriage is still being debated. The Emperor is for gay marriage.
Gun Control: The government keeps records of all guns.
Immigration Policies: Only if they are useful. If they are not useful, they must play "Who Wants to be an Immigrant?".
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): NWO, Committee of Vigilance, TEOO, CIIP, the Imperial Confederacy, Aegean Trading Conglomerate, AGIP, ISAF, OPEC, UDF, and IDL.
Nuclear Weapons: Pro-nuclear proliferation, but keeps a small amount for safety reasons.
Philosophy: "Imperium et libertas." Autocracy and freedom. While the government is run by a dictator, civil rights are good and people can voice their opinions on laws and government actions.
Prostitution: Legalized and regulated by the government.
Religion: Roman Catholic (46%), Other Christian Denomination (14%), Jewish (13%), Muslim (12%), Aetheist (4%), Other (11%).
Social Security: Nope.
The UN: Formerly a member, Risban now believes the UN to be corrupt and invading nation's sovreignity.
War: Firmly anti-war, but the most-defended nation in the region if it ever comes under attack. Risban is also always ready to aid an ally in need. However, they prefer diplomacy over open war.
Credonia
16-07-2005, 18:58
The United States of Credonia

Abortion: Illegal
Arms Trade: Conventional Arms to anyone with friendly relations, NBC arms to allies and trusted friends only
Death Penalty: Legal only in cases where the accused is charged with 1st Degree murder or rape
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Friendly, Aggressive
Drugs: Illegal
Economic System: Free-Markey Economy
Education: Free Public Schooling (Secondary to College level)
Euthanasia: Illegal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Must be over 21 with a permit and no criminal record
Immigration Policies: Relaxed
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): OA, IADF, CoS, AWC, NDS
Nuclear Weapons: 80,000+ warheads (exact number classified)
Philosophy: Peaceful Expansion
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Open to all; Tolerant of all
Social Security: Free to all
The UN: Does more harm than good but will cooperate with in certain circumstances; NOT a member
War: Sometimes necessary to maintain peace and stability
Vas Pokhoronim
16-07-2005, 18:58
The Sovereign People's Republic of Vas Pokhoronim
Abortion: on-demand
Arms Trade: pro-convential, anti-WMD, anti landmine
Death Penalty: against
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): semi-isolationist
Drugs: regulated as a public health matter
Economic System: Dufouriste-Kznijnskijist socialism
Education: compulsory to college
Euthanasia: regulated
Gay Marriage: allowed
Gun Control: regulated
Immigration Policies: open
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): cumbersome but useful
Nuclear Weapons: stockpiled
Philosophy: non-Marxist social democracy
Prostitution: regulated
Religion: discouraged but not prohibited
Social Security: universal
The UN: a paper tiger
War: apalling but occasionally necessary
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 18:58
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): NWO, Committee of Vigilance, TEOO, CIIP, the Imperial Confederacy, Aegean Trading Conglomerate, AGIP, ISAF, OPEC, UDF, and IDL.

That category is actually for your opinion on larger alliances, though I'll make a seperate category so that you can list what alliances you're in.
Undelia
16-07-2005, 19:00
The Corporate Overlordship of Undelia
Abortion: Against, we need more peons
Arms Trade: Its our biggest industry
Death Penalty: slaves are better, but we’ve got nothing against it
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Anything to make a buck
Drugs: All illegal, even caffeine
Economic System: corporatism
Education: The peons don’t need an education. Only the upper class that pays for it do.
Euthanasia: Against, we need you to work your whole life, dang it.
Gay Marriage: Against, all marriages are arranged and enforced by the state for optimal breeding purposes
Gun Control: For, the peons can’t have guns
Immigration Policies: Foreigners are only good for one thing. Slaves
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Qer Tu
Nuclear Weapons: The more the merrier
Philosophy: Dragonism
Prostitution: Against, interferes with breeding program
Religion: The Church of the Twin Dragons
Social Security: And give the oldies a reason to stop working? Pfff
The UN: Screw em
War: A legitimate means to profit
The Parthians
16-07-2005, 19:00
The Plutocratic Shahdom of the Parthians
Abortion: Yes, but only in cases of rape or when the mother's life is endangered. Abortions are required in cases of race mixing.
Alliances: CAD
Arms Trade: Yes
Death Penalty: Yes, all violent crimes and political ones are potential death penalty offenses. And it is required for murder, rape, and burglary.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Expansionist
Drugs: Alcohol and tobacco have no set purchase age, and marijuana is sold in special stores. Opium is grown for export only.
Economic System: Extreme capitalist plutocracy
Education: Privatized, optional education
Energy Policy: We sit on lots of oil and use it regularly.
Environment: We don't care much for a lot of it, but certain pristine areas are protected.
Euthanasia: Yes
Gay Marriage: No, homosexuality is punished by lashing.
Gun Control: Politically loyal Parthians can own assault rifles, RPGs, military gear, and anything they can afford short of WMDs.
Humanitarian Aid: None
Immigration Policies: Based on racial criteria, very difficult to immigrate.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): RWC
Nuclear Weapons: Yes, lots of them, but we use chemical weapons more often.
Philosophy: We will bury you and colonize the ashes of your nation.
Prostitution: Yes, but prostitutes who knowingly engage in their buisness when they know they have a disease which can be spread by sex is punished by death.
Religion: Zoroastrian
Social Security: No
The UN: We do not recognize the UN.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): No elections, ever.
War: We happily smash other nations, lots of war.
The Sthans
16-07-2005, 19:03
The Confederacy of the Sthans

Abortion: Legal before 28 weeks.
Arms Trade: Only with allies.
Death Penalty: Illegal.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open.
Drugs: Outlawed (except for marijuana) with help programs for those taking some.
Economic System: Regulated Capitalism (that is, free market but regulated whenever the government wants).
Education: Public and free.
Environment: Devastated by human settlement.
Euthanasia: Legal.
Gay Marriage: Legal.
Gun Control: No guns except for police&military.
Immigration Policies: Open.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None and considered as useless.
Nuclear Weapons: Very few (only for defense).
Philosophy: Nationalist.
Prostitution: Absolutely illegal.
Religion: All are authorized but the State is atheist.
Social Security: Extensive.
The UN: Delegateship. It is accepted by most people and politicians as a part of politics.
War: Defense only.
Riegab
16-07-2005, 19:17
The Capitalizt State of Riegab
Abortion: Pro-Choice
Arms Trade: Anything to make money, (exept known terrorist groups)
Death Penalty: No, but there are life prison terms
Diplomatic Stance:Open
Drugs: Legal with perscription
Economic System: Capitalizm
Education: Compulsory untill after age group 18
Euthanasia: Only if terminaly ill
Gay Marriage: Yes
Gun Control: Anyone may own with background checks, records are kept indefinetly
Immigration Policies: Open with background checks
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None Yet
Nuclear Weapons: Small stockpiles in case attacked with similar weapons
Philosophy:
Prostitution:
Religion:
Social Security:
The UN:
War:


STILL FINISHING
Guffingford
16-07-2005, 19:25
The Free States of Guffingford/Die Vrye State van Guffingford

Abortion: Officially illegal, unofficially it happens in every state.
Alliances: none.
Arms Trade: Good for business, so it's okay.
Death Penalty: Legal
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: Illegal
Economic System: Regulated Free Market
Education: Where?
Environment: Top priority. Guffingford has little forests left, so protecting them receives much government funds and attention.
Euthanasia: Illegal, yet hardly enforced.
Gay Marriage: Homosexuality is outlawed, everybody who is found guilty of it, will be thrown in jail and tortured.
Gun Control: Impossible.
Humanitarian Aid: Not a dime.
Immigration Policies: If you're white, it's alright. If anyone wants to live in Guffingford that is.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): RWC
Nuclear Weapons: unknown, even for many government officials[/b]
Philosophy: The universe resolves around us, we are right and you are wrong, everybody is inferior except our allies, the grass is greener at our place etc etc...
Prostitution: Illegal, yet it happens alot.
Religion: Christianity and native (Polynesian) religions are tolerated. All others are banned.
Social Security: non-existent.
The UN: Been a member, we left them after they dared to bring up reducing military budgets worldwide.
War: War is necessary sometimes, though Guffingford likes to flex its muscles, it's not a daily practice.
Kriegorgrad
16-07-2005, 19:25
The Collective Oligarchy of Kriegorgrad
Abortion: Strongly against, doesn't fit in with old fashioned morals
Alliances: None
Arms Trade: Yes, plentiful within the country but no exports
Death Penalty: Yes, public executions are common
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Isolationist culture wise but interacts with other nations
Drugs: Strongly against, unless they are state issued
Economic System: Collective planned economy
Education: Propaganda from birth, taught to love Comrade Leader Nikolai Fedorenkov
Environment: No policies in effect to defend the environment
Euthanasia: No, against morals
Gay Marriage: No, against morals
Gun Control: Yes, very strong gun control
Humanitarian Aid: None
Immigration Policies: None, Kriegorgrad tolerates no foreign influences
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None
Nuclear Weapons: Plentiful, Kriegorgrad is paranoid
Philosophy: Power is an end in itself
Prostitution: No, against morals
Religion: Only Fedorism, having Comrade Leader Nikolai Fedorenkov replacing God
Social Security: Most of the nation lives in poverty, so no
The UN: An organisation Kriegorgrad steers clear of
War: Kriegorgrad revels in war, as it helps keep the people poor

For more information on Kriegorgrad's system, please read the "A Kriegos Collective Oligarchy" thread in my signature.
Snake Eaters
16-07-2005, 19:30
Why didn't this work? what did I do wrong?

Remove the space between the [ and the /
Dostanuot Loj
16-07-2005, 19:36
The Dictorial Republic of Sumer
Abortion: Legal
Alliances: IADF
Arms Trade: When Possible, Allies and Frendlies only.
Death Penalty: Manditory for Viloent Crimes resulting in Death, as well as Rape.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Freindly, Semi-Isolationist
Drugs: Illegal, except medical drugs under prescription
Economic System: Government Regulated Capitalism
Education: Public, Free Kindergarten through University (Degree, Masters, or Docterate)
Environment: Vital to survival, to be kept in balance.
Euthanasia: Legal, with consent of Government and 2 registered Doctors.
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Liscenced to Citizens.
Humanitarian Aid: Only when benifitial.
Immigration Policies: Semi-Open, with Language, Culture, and Apptiude Tests required.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Useful to a degree.
Nuclear Weapons: Yes, Mostly Tactical.
Philosophy: Constitutionally limited Dictator and elected Senate. "Deal with own problems ourselves."
Prostitution: Religious Organization.
Religion: State Religion is Sumerian, and only Sumerians may be Citizens, but other religions treated equal otherwise.
Social Security: Limited, expected people can take care of themselves.
The UN: Waste of Time.
War: Strongly Militaristic, but defensive. Offensive conflict when nessecary.

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I decided I wanted a national name change without creating a new account. So I pulled the same thing FC did, and RP as Sumer now. Sumer or Dostanout Loj will do if needed though.
Lesser Ribena
16-07-2005, 19:39
The Kingdom of Lesser Ribena
Abortion: Curently legal before 30 weeks
Alliances: Welcome but only for economic means
Arms Trade: Flourishing, trade welcome with all nations
Death Penalty: In use only for high treason and severe murders
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: Legal in some medicines but otherwise illegal
Economic System: Regulated free market
Education: Free to all up to 18
Energy Policy: Nationalised
Environment: Soem controls in place
Euthanasia: Illegal, though not often taken to court
Gay Marriage: CIvil ceremonies allowed, not religious though
Gun Control: Handguns illegal, rifles by licence
Humanitarian Aid: In return for trade concessions
Immigration Policies: Tight
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None [ /b]
[b]Nuclear Weapons: Not in use
Philosophy: Social Democracy
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Encouraged as long as it's patriotic
Social Security: Quite extensive
The UN: Member
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 18 and elections every 4 years
War: Not sought but will wage if necessary
The Sthans
16-07-2005, 19:40
The Confederacy of the Sthans-- New categories

Alliances: Member of a small regional alliance, called the Pragmatic Entente.
Humanitarian Aid: Free and widely offered to anyone in need.
Energy Policy: All nuclear.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency: Minimum age: 17 years old. Average voting frequency is once every 3 years (considering all elections)
Geisenfried
16-07-2005, 19:42
The Royal Federation of Geisenfried

Abortion: Legal for the first trimester, or in case of the mother's health
Alliances: Silberunion
Arms Trade: Legal
Death Penalty: Illegal
Diplomatic Stance: Mix of open and isolationist policies
Drugs: Unless for medical purposes, illegal
Economic System: Capitalist, with large social welfare system
Education: Public, Government-funded, Free
Energy Policy: Primarily nuclear, with advances into alternative energy
Enviroment: Well-protected by government policies
Euthanasia: Legal, but must be approved by several doctors, and legal guardian/spouse
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Most firearms are legal; owner must be at least 20, and have no record of criminal activity
Humanitarian Aid: Whenever possible
Immigration Policies: Open
Large Alliances: Useful, if they don't fall apart
Nuclear Weapons: Only against military forces
Philosophy: Democratic monarchy- similar to the three-part government used in democracies; however, executive branch consists of the monarch instead of an elected president
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Any
Social Security: Extensive
The UN: Too restrictive
Voting Age & Frequency: 16, every 4 years
War: When it's necessary
Laueria
16-07-2005, 19:50
[color=red][b]The Social Republic of Laueria [ /b][ /color]
[b]Abortion: For in all cases, mostly. [ /b]
[b]Alliances: For them when allied with other socialist nations.[ /b]
[b]Arms Trade: Against, weapons have no purpose but to kill people.[ /b]
[b]Death Penalty: Sharply Divided.[ /b]
[b]Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Weakly Isolationist, but militantly against relations with capitalist nations.[ /b]
[b]Drugs: Open towards marijuana, cannabis et al but opposed to stronger drugs like cocaine/heroin.[ /b]
[b]Economic System: Socialist, with very limited private proberty and business allowed.[ /b]
[b]Education: All citizens should be allowed education at whatever level they choose after high school an at whatever school.[ /b]
[b]Energy Policy: Strongly pro-environment. Population supports full use of Laueria's wind, water and sunliht to create energy.[ /b]
[b]Environment: Everyone agrees the environment is the most important thing on the planet.[ /b]
[b]Euthanasia: Mostly for.[ /b]
[b]Gay Marriage: Strongly in favor.[ /b]
[b]Gun Control: Ditto. Weapons only kill people.[ /b]
[b]Humanitarian Aid: For. We must help our brothers and sisters all over the world.[ /b]
[b]Immigration Policies: Anyone who wants in can come.[ /b]
[b]Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Against, because we do not want to be just another nation voting in these.[ /b]
[b]Nuclear Weapons: Against, for obvious reasons.[ /b]
[b]Philosophy: Follow mostly the Buddha's philosophy of self-denial and enlightenment, along with the social teachings of Jesus and Confucius.[ /b]
[b]Prostitution: Against, it spreads disease.[ /b]
[b]Religion: 61% Mahayana Buddhist, 20% Confucianist, 16% Roman Catholic, 3% Taoist.[ /b]
[b]Social Security: For in every form.[ /b]
[b]The UN: Against, most nations in it are capitalist dictatorships.[ /b]
[b]Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Universal at 16 years of age. 65% voted in 2004 election.[ /b]
[b]War: Against.[ /b]
Roathin
16-07-2005, 19:50
The Grand Duchy of Roathin
Abortion: tolerated but discouraged
Arms Trade: active
Death Penalty: legal, but can be circumvented by appropriate necromancy or theurgy
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): opening up, after decades of isolation
Drugs: controlled; phytomancers and alchemists monitor quality
Economic System: free trade
Education: apprenticeship systems are common, with a complex guild system and cross-apprenticeship model
Euthanasia: is considered a legitimate activity, but not encouraged
Gay Marriage: none
Gun Control: none; some forms of technology are magically suppressed
Immigration Policies: free entry; some immigrants are psionically monitored
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): none
Nuclear Weapons: preference for magitech; able to manipulate Higgs field and therefore unconcerned about them in general
Philosophy: is considered a legitimate activity, and much indulged in
Prostitution: is considered a legitimate activity, and much less indulged in
Religion: is considered a legitimate activity except where it interferes with the business of the state
Social Security: none
The UN: is considered a legitimate activity, and an interesting one to observe
War: is considered a legitimate activity; Roathin bears allegiance to the Shavannarese Empire and the Army of the Marshal of the East is quartered in Roathargon
Snake Eaters
16-07-2005, 19:52
The Shadowy State of Snake Eaters - Update

Alliances: The Wizards Council (not mainstream, but it's there), Galactic Empire
Humanitarian Aid:Used to help a country start it's own economy, then reclaimed when that country can afford it and still have enough to sustain it's own nation
Energy Policy:50% Nuclear, 25% Geothermal, 15% Tidal, 10% Solar
Voting Age & Voting Frequency: Minimum Age: 17 years, 6 months. Frequency: Once every four years required, can be more often if deemed necessery by reigning government
New Burmesia
16-07-2005, 20:01
The Archapilago of New Burmesia
Abortion: Legal undeer certain conditions.
Alliances:With other Leftist nations, and others besides.
Arms Trade: Neither sells nor recieves arms of any description for non-civilian use.
Death Penalty: Abolished.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Belives in self-determination and will not interfere with other nation's affairs. However, the nation is very open and engages with others.
Drugs: LSD, Muahrooms, Cannabis, Extacy, Ketamine and Alcohol are all legal under certain conditions.
Economic System: Amost entirely nationalised, with a few small local shops and restaurants etc forming the small privater sector. Nationalised industries are run by the government and worker's councils.
Education: Compolsory until 16
Energy Policy: Uses offshore wind, offshore solar and marine current turbine technology to generate most energy. Remaining energy comes from breeder nuclear reactors.
Environment: Well managed by government agencies.
Euthanasia: Legal through 'living wills'.
Gay Marriage: Legal.
Gun Control: Fairly liberal.
Humanitarian Aid: Focuses on political change more than aid, but still gives far more money in aid than on defence.
Immigration Policies: Fairly open and tolerant, however most people expect this to work two ways with successful integration programs.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None, since they create lerge political divisions that cause more harm than good.
Nuclear Weapons: None.
Philosophy: Many hands make light work.
Prostitution: Legal.
Religion: Secular society.
Social Security: Very extensive.
The UN: Member.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting at 16 every 3 years for the soviets and 6 years for the Supreme Council.
War: Opposed.
Maineiacs
16-07-2005, 20:09
The Free Land of Maineiacs
Abortion: Legal during first trimester, then only to save mother's life. Minors (under 18) must give parental notification
Alliances: Members of American League of Earth NA
Arms Trade: Illegal
Death Penalty: Unconstituional
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Armed neutrality, now opening alliances
Drugs: All recreational drugs legalized
Economic System: Mainly socialist, with some free market aspects
Education: Free to all, including higher education. Compulsory until age 17
Energy Policy: Extensive use of solar/hydro/nuclear power. Automobiles run on hydrogen power cells, research into fusion underway
Environment: High priority. Many regulations in place
Euthanasia: Legal with signed, witnessed, notarized DNR
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Guns available only to police and millitary
Humanitarian Aid: Extensive. Especially foodstuffs and medicines
Immigration Policies: Background check required for all applicants. 30 day visa, may apply for green card. One year wait for naturalization
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): In favor, if all parties benefit equally Nuclear Weapons: No
Philosophy: Egalitarian, Liberal, with extensive civil rights
Prostitution: Legal
Religion: Freedom of religion constitutionally guaranteed
Social Security: Extensive social programs
The UN: Regional Delegate for Earth NA
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Universal sufferage at 18. Congessional elections every 2 years, Presidential every 4 years on even numbered years. Regional legislature elections every 2 years, Gubernatorial every 4 years on odd numbered years
War: Pacifist, but will act in self-defence
Alliances: American League of Earth NA
Skibereen
16-07-2005, 20:32
The Armed Republic of Skibereen
Abortion: Outlawed
Alliances:Formerly of the Defunct Ancient Orders of Hibernians, Quite member of a handful of othe Alliances.
Arms Trade: Legal
Death Penalty: Common Law
Diplomatic Stance:Open
Drugs: Illegal
Economic System: Free Market Capitalism
Education: The Primary Focus of Government Spending
Energy Policy: Pro-Alternative Energy, Nuclear Power is Used.
Environment: Active Enviromental Policies
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Outlawed
Gun Control: All gun control Legislation is Prohibited Under Constitutional Protection
Humanitarian Aid: Aid is given in order of most profitable market share made availble by applying nation
Immigration Policies: Skibereen has an extremely open Immigration Policy
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): --Geo-political implications of large National Allainces is still being examined and considered by Skibereenian Political Experts
Nuclear Weapons: Active Proliferation
Philosophy: A currently right leaning Centrist Democracy
Prostitution: Legal
Religion: The predominate faith is Catholic, with strong Central Asian Animist, and Afro-Cuban influences.
Social Security: Limited
The UN: Anti- The United Nations aids in supporting the farce of the Socialist mentality.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 18-Skibereen has for the last century suffered from extreme internal turmoil with the hundred year civil war, the inclusion of its self in the Fyreheart /Furrussian war. Raids from the nation of Erinin. Political and Religious insurgents. No elections have ever been held in Skibereen
War: While Skibereen is not pro-war, Skibereenian philosophy given its history of strife leans towards the desire for pre-emptive military action as opposed to long term cold escalation.
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 20:48
New Burmesia and Laueria: get rid of the space in the last bold brackett.
Gyrobot
16-07-2005, 20:49
The Recanic Republic of Gyrobot
Abortion: Certain conditions only.
Alliances: None at the moment
Arms Trade: [ /b]Extremely active, our number one industry. All workers are allowed to bring one home.
[b]Death Penalty: execute criminals by assasination or mob only, must be unexpected.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):[ /b] Open, but few would respond to our nation
[b]Drugs: Hard drugs such as crack are forbidden, Natural plants and herbs are perfectly legal as long the capital made per month is less then $200
Economic System: Corporations have voices in government but only to taxes and trade (meaning they are exempt from embargos and such)
Education:
Energy Policy: Anything that isnt using meatbags or cows are perfect for fuel
Environment: Neutral, one part of us want to make it completely urbanized other want to keep at least 50% non wasteland
Euthanasia: Near death or critical condition and under both parties consent.
Gay Marriage: Discouraged
Gun Control: None, but firearms training classes are implemented and all new gun owners must be on 2 years probation(misuse of firearm during probation is serious crime)
Humanitarian Aid: Give it democratic nations only
Immigration Policies: Everyone is welcome
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Why the hell not? As long both sides have an alliance of sorts.
Nuclear Weapons: We Carry them as well as death rays
Philosophy: If it is a supremist empire, shoot it economicly Capital/Socialist in some parts
Prostitution: Allowed under legal certified clubs (Meaning they must pass health tests such as nutrition, aids, diseases). If not then it is under suspicion of being a slave trade and will be shut down by force.
Religion: Christianity, Metal Knight Order, Various religions
Social Security: Help the poor.
The UN: We are in it but we are considering leaving
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 16 for municipal, 18 for all other forms
War: Dont try to anger me or our government will call for orbital artillery.
Kordo
16-07-2005, 20:55
The Imperial House of Kordo

Abortion: Illegal except in cases of rape or when the mothers life is in undue danger
Arms Trade: Conventional Arms to anyone, Non-conventional arms to allies only.
Death Penalty: Legal only in cases where the accused is charged with murder, rape or treason.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Semi-Isolationist
Drugs: Illegal
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: Cheap Public Schooling
Euthanasia: Illegal
Gay Marriage: Illegal
Gun Control: Must be over 18 and have a legal permit
Immigration Policies: Tight
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): SEATO
Nuclear Weapons: Yes
Philosophy: Don’t mess with us or our allies and we’ll leave ya alone
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Protestant 70%, Roman Catholic 7%, Muslim 20%, Jewish 2%, other 1%
Social Security: None
The UN: NOT a member
War: Necessary to maintain peace and stability
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 20:56
The Recanic Republic of Gyrobot
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): NATO
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Im not asking on whether you're in one, it's an opinion on large alliances.

Please people, keep the format that is in the first post. Do not forget to delete the space that is in between the bracketts in the closing bold. I'd prefer if you not change the color to something else. I put red there for a reason.
Generic empire
16-07-2005, 21:33
The Internal Combustion Engine of Generic Empire
Abortion: legal only in cases of rape or when the woman’s life is threatened
Alliances: The C A D region and her allies, notably Doomingsland, The Borman Empire, Freudotopia, Shenyang, Zerbia, Inkana
Arms Trade: Free information and weapons design sharing between C A D regional members (free production rights). Does not officially sell arms and designs to rogue states or organizations, however based on previous ethical track records, shadowy dealings could be suspected.
Death Penalty: Is an acceptable sentence for any crime in an Imperial court or at the Emperor’s personal request, but is only acceptable for particularly heinous crimes such as murder, rape, or grand larceny in a local court.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Selectively open, meaning that diplomatic relations will only be opened if the nation in question has something particularly desirable to bring to the table. Other than that, diplomatic negotiations occur solely between Generia and other C A D members.
Drugs: Anything the government classifies as a narcotic drug is illegal to buy, trade, sell, traffic, have on one’s person, or use. The laws are vigorously enforced by a special military police unit with access to full land, sea, and air resources. The minimum sentence for possession of narcotics with intent to sell or distribute is forty years in a government prison, and the maximum sentence is death by firing squad.
Economic System: Heavily laissez-faire capitalist. All industry is privatized, and corporations operate largely without regulation. The government operates a few profitable companies of its own, which function to provide a source of income in place of the nonexistent tax rate.
Education: There is no such thing as public education in Generia. All schools are privatized, making it largely the upper and upper middle classes that receive education and literacy. Laborers, skilled and unskilled, are often taught how to read and perform simple mathematical operations in brief classes funded by their employers to allow them to better function in their work environments. The government also operates a dozen Imperial Schools, where children between the grades 5 and 12 that are found to be particularly gifted are granted access. The schools are not free, and thus while any child regardless of income status can be selected to attend, it is usually only the wealthiest that actually manage to accept the privilege.
Energy Policy: Fossil Fuels still extensively used, with a significant number of nuclear powerplants. Hydroelectric generators are rare due to the scarcity of suitable dam locations, however, there are two notable facilities situated on the Slobozia river.
Environment: Largely unprotected. Most rivers and lakes in Generia are heavily polluted, and 24 known species are known to have gone extinct in Generia in the past 11 years, however, due to the inhospitable nature of large swathes of the northern dominions, particularly the enormous Alberian steppe, these areas remain naturally pristine, and populated with native wildlife, such as bear and elk.
Euthanasia: Legal if the patient is determined by a government medical advisor to no longer be able to maintain a functional lifestyle.
Gay Marriage: Illegal. Harsh penalties for clergy who perform such services.
Gun Control: Largely nonexistent, however, the sale of certain firearms (particularly the GIR-47 standard assault rifle and certain rocket launchers) is prohibited. Carrying a concealed weapon is legal, and the large majority of citizens both own and carry firearms with them at all times. This tends to discourage muggings and burglary in the larger cities, as it is always legal to kill someone threatening one or one’s family, so long as there is a credible witness present to testify to the legitimacy of the action as one taken in self defense. Even without a witness, the courts often look favorably on a citizen vigilante.
Humanitarian Aid: Rarely, if ever.
Immigration Policies: Open for citizens of C A D regional member states. Potential immigrants from other non-C A D nations are subject to long periods of review, and if accepted, undergo a two month quarantine at an Imperial immigration facility. Any immigrant, no matter how long the individual has lived on Generian soil, is subject to having their status revoked and being deported to their mother country.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): None. Generia avoids them like the plague.
Nuclear Weapons: Large arms stockpiles of nuclear, chemical, and biological weapons. Has only used nuclear weaponry in one previous case, following a nuclear attack on Generia by the Lightning Star, the retaliation for which (by no less than 3 nations including Generia) near completely annihilated the offending nation.
Philosophy: Opportunist in near every regard. Believes in keeping the Generian hand in a foreign situation invisible unless absolutely necessary, therefore covert and espionage operations are preferred.
Prostitution: Legal so long as the prostitute in question is registered and reports for a monthly physical at a government approved medical center. The penalty for a prostitute communicating a sexually transmitted disease to a customer is death.
Religion: Both Generian Orthodox Christian and Freudian Orthodox Christian (the national religion of Freudotopia) are accepted as official religions throughout the Empire, although most faiths are tolerated. There is an enormous amount of discrimination, public and private, against people with atheistic or Satanic beliefs, leaving most such believers to keep their ideas private and undiscussed.
Social Security: none
The UN: Believed to be the root of all evil.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): N/A. The Empire is an absolute, patriarchal hereditary monarchy.
War: When it is found profitable or necessary by the Emperor, war is an acceptable affair. Generia has a long and proud military tradition, and most men choose to enter the services at a young age for the first two year minimum tour of duty. While service is not required, most employers will refuse to hire someone without a military background. Women are prohibited from serving in any branch of the armed forces.
Internal Issues: A longstanding tension between the local population of the southern province of Buchiana and the rest of the Imperial Union has recently erupted into a full blown war for secession led by elements of the terrorist organization calling itself the Buchianan Liberation Army (BLA). The Empire has deployed the Imperial 40th Army to the province to quell the rebellion, however fighting has become fierce and both sides are embroiled in a battle of attrition in the wooded lowland known as the Lew Valley. This is the second such crisis of secession the Empire has experienced with regard to Buchiana.

Tensions between the Empire and the people of the northern province of Alberia and the other provinces that make up the Northern Dominions still run high following the secession crisis in Alberia 32 years ago, and the subsequent occupation that spawned numerous atrocities in the region. The citizens of the northern dominions remain bitter about having their sovereignty compromised when the Emperor Alexei invaded and annexed their lands and added them to the Union. The citizens of the northern dominions are still afforded fewer rights than the rest of the Imperial citizenry and a large military presence in the region is maintained.
Latiatis
16-07-2005, 21:43
The Fascist Commonwealth of Latiatis

Abortion: Legal
Alliances:None.
Arms Trade: To anyone
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Isolationist
Drugs: Some normally illegal drugs are allowed in the privacy of yourw own home.
Economic System: More or less Capitalist, but Corporations have voices in government.
Environment: The inviroment is very important to us and we preserve all that we can.
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Must be over 18 and have a legal permit
Humanitarian Aid: We provide none.
Immigration Policies: Tight
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None
Nuclear Weapons: Yes
Philosophy: "Liberty is a duty, not a right."
Prostitution: Legal if regulated by government.
Religion: Roman Catholic 90%, Muslim 7%, Protestant 1%, Other 1%
Social Security: We find it very important to help those in our country that need the help.
The UN: We are in it.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): There is no voting in a dictatorship.
War: We are always prepared for a war.
Euroslavia
16-07-2005, 21:59
The Corporate Overlordship of Undelia
-Just a note to start off here when I return.
Euroslavia
17-07-2005, 00:40
.::BUMP::.
Malkyer
17-07-2005, 01:29
The Imperial Commonwealth of Malkyer
Abortion: Legal only in special circumstances (i.e. rape, when the mother's life is endangered, etc).
Alliances: Ottoman Alliance, Coalition Forces Alliance, Council of International Imperial Powers (defunct?). There are also several nation-states that are close allies of Malkyer, including the Khailfah al Musilmeen and Roach-Busters.
Arms Trade: Coventional arms sold to just about anyone willing to pay, NBC weapons never sold.
Death Penalty: Yes, for cases of Murder (excepting Involuntary Manslaughter), Rape, and Treason.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): The Imperial Commonwealth maintains a practice of open relations with many nations, except those deemed as 'threats to the Commonwealth,' be they direct or indirect. Insofar as nations with whom there has been no prior dialouge, a stance of armed neutrality in the Swiss model is maintained.
Drugs: Cannabis products (marijuana and hashish) are legal on private property with the owner of said property's consent. Hard drugs, such as heroin, cocaine, and ecstasy, are illegal in all cases.
Economic System: Free-Market Capitalist. The vast majority of industry and corporations are privatized, though certain ultilities are government-monopolies. The government operates its own 'brand' of various products and services, in order to raise money in place of the non-existant income tax. Several provinces and colonies have a sales-tax, though there is no standard version for the entire nation.
Education: There are both private and state schools for primary education (grades K-5), so that in theory even the poorest children will be literate and hav basic mathematical skills. Secondary education (grades 6-12) is largely privatized, meaningly that middle- and upper-class children generally get the best education. However, it is not uncommon for intelligent and driven lower-class children to gain entry via scholarships and vouchers. Post-Secondary education (colleges and universities) are entirely private, with the exception of the Royal University (with campuses in Vancouver, Los Angeles, Sydney, Perth, Kingston, and Durban) and the War College.
Energy Policy: Nuclear reactors power most of North America and Australia, though the Carribean and Cape Viceroyalties still rely heavily on fossil fuels.
Environment: Not officially protected, but there exist numerous volunteer and non-profit groups that donate time and money to environmental preservation and clean-ups. Pollution is relatively low in North America and Australia, due to the prevalence of nuclear power over coal or fossil fuels.
Euthanasia: Legal with patient's written consent and supporting medical evidence.
Gay Marriage: Illegal. Civil Unions, which include benefits such as inheritance and visitation rights, are legal in most provinces and colonies, a notable exception being the Viceroyalty of the Cape.
Gun Control: Lenient. Any personal weapon not currently in use by the various Armed Forces of the Commonwealth (excepting handguns) and/or deemed to have "excessive destructive ability" (i.e. RPGs) is available for purchase. Concealed carry of firearms is legal, though no weapons may be brought inside government buildings or banks.
Humanitarian Aid: Rarely, though generous if the source requesting aid is determined to be legitimate.
Immigration Policies: Quite liberal. Essentially, anyone who wishes to immigrate is subjected to a review board, and if there are no reasonable objections, that person is allowed to enter. Citizenship is attained by a series of examinations and oathes taken by a legal adult (aged nineteen). Children under the age of nineteen are not considered citizens, but are often treated as such, especially if both parents are citizens.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): The Imperial Commonwealth is a member of several, though there are rumors that His Majesty's Government intends to void the more inactive ones.
Nuclear Weapons: The Imperial Commonwealth maintains small stockpiles of both strategic and tactical nuclear weapons.
Philosophy: Classic Liberalism prevails in most of the country, tempered by social conservatism.
Prostitution: Legal in the Viceroyalty of the Carribean, and is a government-monopoly. Prostitutes are checked monthly at approved medical centers, and those with communicable diseases lose their liscence, and are usually compensated an average month's pay.
Religion: Officially secular, though the Monarchy is traditionally Lutheran. Protestantism, usually Lutheran or Methodist, is the predominant religion, though Russian Orthodox, Roman Catholic, Anglican, Dutch Reformed Church, and various African diasporic religions are common in various parts of the Commonwealth.
Social Security: None.
The UN: Generally treated as a laughable joke.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Suffrage for all citizens at age nineteen. Approximately 60% of eligible population votes in Prime Ministerial elections, 50% in Presidential, and 60% in Parliamentary.
War: When deemed necessary, the Imperial Commonwealth will not shy from using it's considerable military assests to protect itself, its assets, or its allies. The Commonwealth will also resort to preemptive actions and overt threats against weaker nations in order to preserve the status quo in "strategic sensitive areas" (for example, the Panama Canal).

Note: This is pre-Civil War. I'll update once the war is over.
Farmina
17-07-2005, 01:52
The Democratic Republic of Farmina
Abortion: Counts as murder, repeat offenders may face execution
Alliances: No FORMAL alliances
Arms Trade: Government sells small arms
Death Penalty: Allowed in extreme cases, currently under review
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: Illegal; dealers can be charged with murder if overdoses occur
Economic System: Mixed economy
Education: A mix of private and public schools
Energy Policy: Combustion of natural gas prime source of energy
Environment: Very minimal protection
Euthanasia: Again, see murder
Gay Marriage: Illegal, as is homosexuality in general
Gun Control: Guns are distributed to persons who complete two years military service
Humanitarian Aid: Previously in exchange for trade, now being cut back
Immigration Policies: Strict control on undesirable elements, higher class readily welcome
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): No opinion
Nuclear Weapons: Stockpile from the days of the Empire
Philosophy: The people must be protected from themselves
Prostitution: Illegal, also sexually transmitted diseases are considered assault and if cause death, murder
Religion: Catholic
Social Security: Needs to be kept to a minimum
The UN: Leftist scum issuing leftist decrees to leftist scum
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 20, every three years
War: Undesirable, but needed to preserve and support the social order
Vyngaard
17-07-2005, 03:01
The Demesne of Vyngaard
Abortion: Legal
Alliances: None
Arms Trade: Banned
Death Penalty: Used for murder and heinous acts (rape, severe torture/dismemberment, defacement of corpses, etc.)
Diplomatic Stance: Open to diplomacy and trade
Drugs: Government-regulated
Economic System: Mixed: mostly laissez-faire, with state-monopolies for certain industries (Drugs [recreational and medicinal], prostitution, housing, healthcare, power, water, etc.]
Education: State-operated and free
Energy Policy: Cost-efficient and ecologically friendly nuclear power; Government-operated
Environment: Very little regard is noted for the environment outside of government industries
Euthanasia: Legal; age 80+ or applicable circumstances (incredible suffering, etc)
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Arms can only be carried by the military; imprisonment for up to two years is the typical punishment for breaking the law, and gun trafficking can result in a life sentence
Humanitarian Aid: Quid quo pro policy
Immigration Policies: Immigrants are welcome, no matter the nationality
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None
Nuclear Weapons: Small stockpile, currently being dismantled
Philosophy: State-approved, isolationist nationalism
Prostitution: Government-regulated
Religion: State religion; Membership optional in Vyngaardian Orthodox Church
Social Security: Pensions applicable for government employees; Market industries are pressed to supply pension plans for their employees
The UN: A member, but fragile following of rules and obligations at best
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Suffrage; 16 years of age
War: Jingoistic policy; used to enforce economic spheres of influence
The Charr
17-07-2005, 03:18
The Borderlands of The Charr
Abortion: What is this, 'abortion'?
Alliances: We have one, of sorts. We do not seek to tie ourselves to others in such a fashion, but we are not completely closed to the notion.
Arms Trade: The proliferation of deathdealers is necessary for others to defend themselves, thus we see no reason why we should not make some gold from their trade. More powerful deathdealers must be sold with vigilance, however.
Death Penalty: When a Charr disgraces himself sufficiently to warrant it, they are executed by the victim, without mercy, and without appeal. Such a dishonour can only be earned through killing in a shameful fashion (e.g. stabbing in the back, shooting someone, or killing a helpless person without their consent), stealing without need, rape of another's mate(s), or running from battle in times of war.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Isolationist, looking to become more open.
Drugs: Hard drugs are good for dulling one's fighting spirit. Thus, they are good for nothing.
Economic System: People are free to make money on their own, but the Council will intervene if they do so in a dishonourable fashion. Most necessities are provided freely through taxation money.
Education: All education is provided freely for all Charr pups and human offspring.
Energy Policy: Largely geothermal, with some hydroelectric plants in the south and wind farms in the east.
Environment: Charr appreciate that given to them by the gods, they live off it, and thus they protect it to the best of their ability. Tyria is a beautiful and diverse place and will remain so for as long as the Charr control it.
Euthanasia: There is no honour in lying on a bed being kept alive by machines. There is no dishonour in choosing one's own method of death while one is still able to do so.
Gay Marriage: What is this, 'gay'?
Gun Control: There is none, as it is not needed. Tradition dictates that the use of deathdealers, excepting times of war, is dishonourable, and thus no Charr choose to own them despite their availability.
Humanitarian Aid: Such a racist term. Until its name is changed we see no reason to give it.
Immigration Policies: Presently, Tyria's borders are sealed to all outsiders without the express permission of the Council of Clans.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None.
Nuclear Weapons: There is no honour in destroying entire cities without moving a muscle.
Philosophy: The Charr remain extremely tradition-driven, with ancient traditions influencing nearly every aspect of civilian, military and government life.
Prostitution: Female Charr are far too primitive to create such a profession. If it doesn't exist, there is no need to form an opinion about it.
Religion: ALL Charr worship the Gods of Fire; their awesome power is worthy of respect. Humans have recently been liberated, however, and they now bring their quaint pagan religions into society. We tolerate them, for the time being.
Social Security: If you cannot help yourself, we will not help you.
The UN: We're out, and we're staying out. We will not be ruled by a corrupt, godless, human-dominated organisation.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): All Ascended males are able to vote for their Clan Leader. Another election will be be called only when the people of that Clan are unsatisfied with their Leader; it is wasteful to continually re-elect the same person. Female Charr lack the cognitive abilities to even comprehend the concept of an election, much less to participate in one. Humans now have their own clans, and their voting concerns are not our concerns, though I believe they have allowed males and females over the age of 16 to vote for their Clan Leaders.
War: Few desire it, but it is an excellent way to gain honour and distinguish the warriors from the combatants. With the Gods of Fire on our side, none shall rule Tyria but the Charr.
Izistan
17-07-2005, 03:21
The People's Democratic Republic of Izistan
Abortion: Legal.
Alliances: The Woodstock Pact and The Pan-Izistani Northerner Alliance.
Arms Trade: Conventional weapons have been sold, no NBC weapon systems have been sold as of yet.
Death Penalty: Used in cases where rehabilitation or imprisonment are determined to either ineffective or an inadequate consequence of the crime commited.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Izistan prefers to remain out of the "spotlight" if you will, but is open to diplomatic contact.
Drugs: Most are illegal. Smoking is not premitted in public areas. Marijuana may be prescribed for medical use.
Economic System: Mixed Economy.
Education: The Goverment operates a tax funded public school system.
Energy Policy: Extensive use of nuclear power, providing 85% of the total supply. Tidal, geothermal and solar power systems make up the remaining 15%.
Environment: The enviorment is protected to a extent, zones are set aside for protection and development. Whaling is illegal in Izistani waters.
Euthanasia: Legal.
Gay Marriage: Legal.
Gun Control: You need a license to own a automatic firearm. The licenses come in levels, the highest of which allows you to own a fully automatic heavy machine gun of 12.7mm-14.5mm caliber.
Humanitarian Aid: If there is a need for assistance, Izistan will provide it.
Immigration Policies: Immigration is encouraged.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): Izistan is not a member of a major alliance.
Nuclear Weapons: Yes. All forms of WMD are pocessed by Izistan.
Philosophy: Transhumanism is the prevalent philosophy.
Prostitution: Illegal.
Religion: The goverment is secular, religous freedom is protected by law.
Social Security: Extensive programs in place.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency: Universal suffrage at 17.
The UN: Izistan is not a member.
War: If Izistan itself, its interests, or a ally is threatened; Izistan will take the appropriate measures to defend itself (and its allies if that be the case). Offensive action may be undertaken if the situation proves a threat to Izistani security.
Tanthan
17-07-2005, 03:54
The Grand Emphatically Gerotoric Empire of Tanthan (Short name: The Empire of Tanthan)
Abortion: Very rare, but allowed
Alliances: None currently
Arms Trade: Under Viken it is stealing arms, Empress Ge'lio IX allowed
Death Penalty: Only dueling exists as a 'Death Penalty'
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Viken: Isolationist, Empress Ge'lio IX: Gerotoric Empire
Drugs: Extremely popular, legal, with controled effects, no problems with the government produced drugs.
Economic System: Extremely good. 85.95% growth a year.
Education: Average IQ 190, Incredible schools
Energy Policy: Type-2 Fusion Reactors and N-Class Crystal Reactor
Environment: Very well taken care of
Euthanasia: Not performed or asked for
Gay Marriage: Allowable, but rare.
Gun Control: Guns are usually too weak, but no restrictions exist
Humanitarian Aid: The Empire provides all aid when needed
Immigration Policies: Not allowed
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None
Nuclear Weapons:Abandoned 370 years ago
Philosophy: A major center of discussion and is a profession for many!
Prostitution: A few 'toys' cover it so prostitution is extremely rare
Religion: Yes, varies, but under one religon mainly.
Social Security: Covered by the Empire under aid.
The UN: None
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): [ /b] 50+ and a test required to ensure that voters know all parties in detail and their leaders.
War: Extremely common as a recreational activity!
Rammsteinburg
17-07-2005, 04:28
The Free German Commonwealth of Rammsteinburg
Abortion: Legal
Alliances: None currently.
Arms Trade: None
Death Penalty: Banned
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: All are legal
Economic System: Moderately socialist. (private enterprise is allowed but faces moderate regulations)
Education: Education is the government priority.
Energy Policy: The nation runs mostly on nuclear power, with some use of hydroelectric power and wind farms. Power plants are government operated.
Environment: Well taken care of and protected.
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal.
Gun Control: Only law enforcement and military can own guns.
Humanitarian Aid: Rammsteinburg provides aid when needed and requested.
Immigration Policies: Immigration is encouraged. Rammsteinburg's borders are open to all.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): Not a member of any.
Nuclear Weapons: Banned.
Philosophy: Popular in Rammsteinburg.
Prostitution: Legal.
Religion: Religious freedom protected by law.
Social Security: Avaliable to all.
The UN: Corrupt.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting age is 18 (or 17 for those who will be 18 within three months after an election). 90% of registered voters reguarly vote.
War: Should be avoided, but is inevetiable and necessary in some situations. Should always be a last resort.
Beth Gellert
17-07-2005, 04:46
The Igovian Soviet Commonwealth of Beth Gellert

Abortion: Legal (rates relatively low owing to good education, open community-based society, and low crime; debate on, "cut-off point" for termination on-going).
Alliances: None formally
Arms Trade: Not a priority... rare instances of export to aid progressive movements/societies.
Death Penalty: No.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open but prone to none-recognition of unaccountable governing bodies.
Drugs: Widespread production for personal and community use, no significant trade.
Economic System: Igovian Socialist.
Education: Communal from an early age, subsidised university and/or community-sponsored on-going part-time adult education programmes.
Energy Policy: A system of clean-burning fossil-fuel stations and nuclear power plants supported by some hydropower is set to continue until other renewable technologies are deemed efficient enough to replace coal and nuclear power.
Environment: A recognised global priority attended to by well-funded and strictly enforced clean power generation and transport, but locally afflicted by chronic over population.
Euthanasia: Legal but limited by advanced medical facilities, high funding and standards, and good community-based care, which combine to lessen suffering and improve quality of life in a great many cases.
Gay Marriage: Technically legal, but marriage is a neglected institution rarely practiced in any official form.
Gun Control: Every adult citizen of able mind and body is enroled in the Commonwealth Guard and has access to arms and defence equipment, which is looked-after on a communal basis by elected men-at-arms. Airweapons and bows are often used for sporting purposes.
Humanitarian Aid: Emergency food, medical, and disaster rescue aid is given in great quantities, but long-term hand-outs are not supported, rather the Commonwealth funds community-based reconstruction and education projects, often directly defying national governments in order to elevate populations.
Immigration Policies: It is possible to become a Commonwealth citizen more or less by becoming accepted by a community. Many communes have significant redundant capacity and will gladly take-in lodgers prepared to pull their weight, and -if popular- foreigners can take their community's support to the Civil Service with a good chance of winning citizenship.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): By and large, Igovians view such power-blocs as counter-democratic and the Commonwealth gives them no official recognition.
Nuclear Weapons: The Commonwealth maintains typically just one SSBN per quarter-billion citizens, and as such has far less than two-thousand warheads -only a few hundred of which are ever close to deployment readiness- despite being a wealthy nation with a population approaching five billion.
Philosophy: Freedom and progress are arguably the foundations of Igovian society, though its political, social, religious, and philosophical life is deceptively complex. Mainstream Beddgelen society is struggling with post-revolutionary perception of the cult of Man's species-being as Igovian thinkers try to further free the individual.
Prostitution: In theory it is legal, but since unemployment is effectively nil and it is hard to imagine how in the Commonwealth anybody could force others into such a trade, it is not widespread and is a wholly voluntary affair on both sides...
Religion: All but dead. On-going struggles with the religious development of the nation lead some to claim, as referenced above, that the liberation struggle has effectively replaced the Christian God with an almost Holy idea of Man (as opposed to a man), and here the spiritual story continues to be written.
Social Security: Beth Gellert is a society that counts community -not family- its basic unit. People live in Pantisocratic Phalansteries of a few hundred to three thousand individuals set in villages, hill forts, or palaces, and there is no prospect of them losing shelter, food, and medical care unless they choose to reject it. The only homeless, unemployed, or poor people in the Commonwealth are those few that have deliberately chosen to live a more simple life, perhaps in pursuit of some ideology insufficiently popular to found a whole community. Even they are not rejected wholly.
The UN: This is viewed much like most other agreements made between states and governments rather than lived by people, and Igovians generally have little interest in it.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): There are no parties and no heads of state or government in Beth Gellert, which considers itself one of precious few democracies on earth. It is a society run by the people and not so much for -that is to say on behalf of- the people. All citizens are free to attend their Local Senate, which exists usually within the grounds of their Phalanstery. Referenda can be called at just about any time and on just about any issue, all public officials are subject to popular recall, and even teachers and judges are elected as the need arises.
War: As mentioned above, all comrades are enroled in the Commonwealth Guard for mutual defence. It is not thought that any nation or alliance on earth could subdue the Commonwealth without saturation by weapons of mass destruction. Being quite secure in itself, being relatively free of individual misleadership, and being a democracy rather than the dictatorship of a special interest group, Beth Gellert is rarely moved to war. However, its revolutions have seen the communities that became modern Beth Gellert fight in self defence a number of times, vanquishing the fascistic Finnish Lapua movement; nationalist Republicans; the Bolshevik Red Army; a brief exploitative Principality, and a fleet sent by the Iansislian empire that supported it. It is possible that the Commonwealth may begin to get itself in trouble again in the future by backing left-socialist and anarchist rebel movements abroad.


(I hope that this isn't too wordy. If you wish I can possibly try to cut it down, but the Commonwealth is quite radically different in organisation when compared to most traditional nation states and I'm prone to elaboration. Frankly, you're lucky I kept it as brief as I did!)
Roathin
17-07-2005, 06:30
The Grand Duchy of Roathin (updated)

Abortion: tolerated but discouraged
Alliances: allegiance to the Emperor in Iashadarin, overlord of the Shavannarese Empire; allied states therefore include the Grand Duchies of Nenia, Iamhagask, Vancing and Saladaar
Arms Trade: active
Death Penalty: legal, but can be circumvented by appropriate necromancy or theurgy
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): opening up, after decades of isolation
Drugs: controlled; phytomancers and alchemists monitor quality
Economic System: free trade
Education: apprenticeship systems are common, with a complex guild system and cross-apprenticeship model
Energy Policy: agricultural self-sustaining model; magitech
Environment: largely pristine; modern-type industrial areas are few and segregated by physical barriers
Euthanasia: is considered a legitimate activity, but not encouraged
Gay Marriage: none
Gun Control: none; some forms of technology are magically suppressed
Humanitarian Aid: contributes towards peacekeeping forces and provides some refugee support
Immigration Policies: free entry; some immigrants are psionically monitored
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): none
Nuclear Weapons: preference for magitech; able to manipulate Higgs field and therefore unconcerned about them in general
Philosophy: is considered a legitimate activity, and much indulged in
Prostitution: is considered a legitimate activity, and much less indulged in
Religion: is considered a legitimate activity except where it interferes with the business of the state
Social Security: none
The UN: is considered a legitimate activity, and an interesting one to observe
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): not applicable; however, the Council of Decision has 240 civic representatives nominated by their civic groups (guilds, colleges etc) and they sit each new moon.
War: is considered a legitimate activity; Roathin bears allegiance to the Shavannarese Empire and the Army of the Marshal of the East is quartered in Roathargon
Euroslavia
17-07-2005, 17:32
.::BUMP::.
Emmitia
17-07-2005, 17:46
The Empire of Emmitia
Abortion: Allowed.
Alliances: No active alliances.
Arms Trade: Active.
Death Penalty: Yes. If necessary, a death sentence may be carried out in a time of civil unrest or martial law without a trial.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open.
Drugs: Various drug laws either prohibiting or allowing drug use; heavy drugs such as heroine and cocaine are illegal, as is marijuana, although this is rarely enforced.
Economic System: Capitalist.
Education: Education centers in major cities, few in rural areas, although reform is increasing.
Energy Policy: None.
Environment: Sometimes necessary to mould to humanity's benefit.
Euthanasia: Doctors able to perform euthanasia with the consent of the patient's attorney/representative.
Gay Marriage: Not allowed, although gay relationships are overlooked.
Gun Control: No citizen of Emmitia is allowed to carry a projectile weapon unless he is a militiamen; if caught carrying a projectile weapon, he is stripped of all of his rights as a citizen.
Humanitarian Aid: None.
Immigration Policies: Relatively open; no immigrant can legally apply for citizenship and citizenship rights as citizenship is given only as an honor or to the third-generation living in Emmitia.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None. Sees the need for their existance, however.
Nuclear Weapons: None yet posessed.
Philosophy: Allowed within safe-zones monitered by Emmitian Civil Protection. Overt statements of revolution are punished.
Prostitution: Outlawed, but frequently overlooked.
Religion: Outlawed, except for Islam and the Imperial Cult.
Social Security: Decent; government workers get free health care and pensions. Those unable to work are assisted in living communities.
The UN: Not a member.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting relegated to Imperial Senate. Regular citizens may not vote.
War: Necessary to enforce the will of the Emperor and protect Emmitia. Diplomacy preferred.
Siap
17-07-2005, 18:05
The Republic of Siap
Abortion: Pro-Choice, but frowned upon
Alliances: No active alliances
Arms Trade: active
Death Penalty: none
Diplomatic : Semi-Isolationist
Drugs: Legal, but taxed by potency
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: All education is free. Education is the focus of the Siapian Government
Energy Policy: Nuclear, solar, hydro and geothermal power
Environment: being revitalized
Euthanasia: legal
Gay Marriage: accepted
Gun Control: guns are legal, but taxed by terms of danger
Humanitarian Aid: granted to nations in dire need or in terms of quid pro quo
Immigration Policies: fairly relaxed
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): none
Nuclear Weapons: currently reducing stockpile
Philosophy: Innovation is greatly admired and intellectual development is thought to be the greatest pursuit
Prostitution: legal
Religion: No official religion is condoned, but spirituality is officialy encouraged
Social Security: Decent
The UN: Not a member, but holds no animosity towards it
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 16 is the voting age and Chancellorial elections occur every four years, senatorial elections every two
War: Direct conflict is generally avoided by any means necessary
The Kraven Corporation
17-07-2005, 18:24
The Empire of The Kraven Corporation
Abortion: OUTLAWED
Alliances: NONE
Arms Trade: MEDIOCRE
Death Penalty: USED EXTENSIVLY
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): SEEKS TO OPEN RELATIONS WITH OTHER NATIONS, AS LONG AS IT IS IN THE CORPORATIONS BEST INTERESTS
Drugs: OUTLAWED
Economic System: POWERHOUSE
Education: GOVERNMENT CONTROLLED SCHOOLS
Energy Policy: NUCLEAR POWER
Environment: OF NO CONCERN
Euthanasia: OUTLAWED
Gay Marriage: OUTLAWED
Gun Control: STRICT, ONLY POLICE AND MILITARY MAY WEILD WEAPONS OF ANY KIND
Humanitarian Aid: OUTLAWED
Immigration Policies: STRICT BORDER CONTROL, NO IMMIGRANTS
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): NONE
Nuclear Weapons: NUCLEAR, BIOLOGICAL AND CHEMICAL CAPABILITIES
Philosophy: TOTALITARIAN POLICE STATE, PEACE THROUGH SUPERIOR FIREPOWER
Prostitution: OUTLAWED
Religion: OUTLAWED
Social Security: OUTLAWED
The UN: OUTLAWED
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): OUTLAWED
War: ONLY IF IT IS IN THE INTERESTS OF THE CORPORATION
Palixia
17-07-2005, 18:48
[color=red]The Allied States of Palixia [ /b][ /color]
[b]Abortion: Pro-Choice
Alliances: None
Arms Trade: MEDIOCRE
Death Penalty: Used
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): To seek alliances with nations
Drugs: Legal
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: Free with exception of Private Schools or Prep schools
Energy Policy: Solar, Hydro
Environment: beautiful
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Illegal
Gun Control: Somewhat Strict
Humanitarian Aid: Granted to Nations in need
Immigration Policies: Somewhat Strict
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): UN, C.I.N. (observer)
Nuclear Weapons: Manufactured in war time
Philosophy: Democratic... Right Winged
Prostitution: Legal
Religion: Freedom of Choice, Mostly members of Holy Church of Floyd
Social Security: Outstanding
The UN: Member
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Age: 16
War: Only unless it affects Palixia's people or freedom
Vintovia
17-07-2005, 19:34
The Democratic Principality of Vintovia
Abortion : legal, available on state health if found Family cannot support child.
Alliances: Several, loose alliances against genocidal nations. Also The UoSOTS treaty.
Arms Trade: Little, mostly government agencies buying arms for Police or Military.
Death Penalty: Never
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc)[/B]: To seek salliances with nations, so that we may better the world. Very Open.
Drugs: Mostly Illegal, some available for medical purposes, or for those with painful, terminal diseases.
Economic System: Socialist/Capitalist. Most industries have a State Poligopoly (Many State firms, giving choice to Consumer)
Education: Free, People encouraged to keep goin back to College for new skills.
Energy Policy: Nuclear, Hydroelectric. Developing Hydrogen fuel cells.
Environment: Mostly Beautiful.
Euthanasia: Legal, verdict on necessity given by a jury.
Gay Marriage: Legal, encourgaed to take on children from state care.
Gun Control: Very Strict
Humanitarian Aid: Large Aid budget, Countries Means Tested.
Immigration Policies: Open, Skilled preferred, but not essential.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): UN, MPH (Not really an alliance) UoSOTS
Nuclear Weapons: Tightly Controlled, No actual weapons, well-guarded preliminary technology.
Philosophy: Socialist, Libertarian
Prostitution: Legal, Government Regulated.
Religion: Completely Secular. Separation of Church and State taken as Sovereign right.
The UN: Member
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Age: 18. 16-18 year olds can gain voting rights if tested. Lower house once every 4 yearys. Upper house once every 8 years.
Social Security Pensions equal and fair. unemployment Benefits, Tax credits for families. Subsidies on taking Educational and Skills improving courses that are not from state Institutions.
War: Only to spread Freedom and Democracy, or if a direct threat to Vintovia.
Snake Eaters
17-07-2005, 19:42
I would like to change my entry on war

War:Inevitable. So we choose to survive by being good at it, rather than risking everything we hold dear
Taldaan
17-07-2005, 19:44
The Obviously Satirical Republic of Taldaan
Abortion: Legal
Alliances: Woodstock Pact
Arms Trade: Conventional arms to friendly and neutral nations
Death Penalty: No [/b]
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open
Drugs: Legal, regulated just like any other product
Economic System: Mild socialism
Education: State-funded. Very high priority. Free primary and secondary education, subsidised university and scholarships for most able students
Energy Policy: Hydrogen fuel only for vehicles. National grid powered by renewable energy sources and occasional nuclear plants, but currently changing to hydrogen
Environment: Clean, beautiful, and unspoiled. Restricted logging and mining allowed, but companies must pay for clearup afterwards.
Euthanasia: Only in extreme cases.
Gay Marriage: Civil unions, but every marrying couple has to get a civil union as religious marriages have no legal power.
Gun Control: No guns except for the police and military
Humanitarian Aid: Disaster relief, and contributions to the Woodstock Pact humanitarian aid fund
Immigration Policies: Open door, except for fleeing criminals, known terrorists, and enemy nationals
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): No membership
Nuclear Weapons: Small arsenal, never used
Philosophy: Freedom and equality for everyone!
Prostitution: Legal, regulated according to Goods and Services laws
Religion: All religions legal, but members can be arrested for carrying out religious laws if they contravene Taldaani law. Religious ceremonies, eg. marriage, have no legal power
Social Security: Unemployment benefits given indefinitely to those unable to work. Those who can work are given six months to find a job, and government support is given for this. Pensions and child support are also given.
The UN: Not a member, but sees it as a good thing.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 18. Maximum term in office is four years, and most leaders will stay for that long.
War: Avoid if possible, but if not, fight hard.
Koprulu Colonies
17-07-2005, 19:59
[b]The Confederacy of Koprulu Colonies[ /b]
Abortion: Illegal, unless mothers life is in danger.
Alliances: None of the moment
Arms Trade: Legal, selling weapons to anyone whom can afford them.
Death Penalty: Illegal, criminals who should get the Death Penalty are instead shipped off to labor camps.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Very open
Drugs: Illegal.
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: Government-approved schools only and they are free. Outside of government control schools heavy taxes and restrictions are placed upon them.
Energy Policy: Nuclear power, thero, hydro power.
Environment: Due to mass industrialization of most Koprulu Colonial worlds there are now "Grey" and "Green" planets. Green are untouched by industry and protected by the government. Grey planets have very little enviromental restrictions upon them. Upon is a Grey and Green planet is determined threw different tests.
Euthanasia: Legal, only in the most extreme cases.
Gay Marriage: Illegal
Gun Control: Heavy Restrictions, but are permitted
Humanitarian Aid: Sending to both those who desperatly need it, and those whom we can get concession from.
Immigration Policies: Coming into Koprulu Colonial space illegally is punishable by being sent to labor camps for five years with no pay and limited food. Coming into Koprulu Colonial space legally is awarded with citizenship and full government protection.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None.
Nuclear Weapons: Heavily permitted. One of the primary weapons of the Koprulu Confederate Space Forces.
[b]Philosophy:[ /b] Encouraged in the Koprulu Colonies. People are encouraged to look beyond technology.
[b]Prostitution:[ /b] Illegal
[b]Religion:[ /b] Legal, though no State Religion exists.
[b]Social Security:[ /b] None. Save that those whom are past the age of 65 are given government checks so they may spend their remaining days in peace.
[b]The UN:[ /b] Savagely disliked by both Koprulu government and citizens. It is popular opinion that the UN is as worthless as day old oatmeal.
[b]Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable):[ /b] Ages 18 and above can vote. Universal as well.
[b]War:[ /b] Considered apart of national policy.
Pantheaa
17-07-2005, 20:14
The Military Republic of Pantheaa


Abortion: Legal
Alliances: RC (E2)
Arms Trade: trade to any nation
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance: open
Drugs: illegal
Economic System: Libertarian Capitalism, no welfare policies
Education: Free primary and secondary education, military college is free, all other universities is paid by pupil
Energy Policy: solar power and gas power
Environment: somewhat dirty in urban areas, lots of smog,
Euthanasia: No
Gay Marriage: No
Gun Control: No
Humanitarian Aid: None, needs foregin aid because Pantheaa is a 3rd world nation
Immigration Policies: Closed to anyone that is not of Pantheaan or Slovakian descent
Large Alliances: Romen Confederacy (E2)
Nuclear Weapons: Nope
Philosophy: The army is the true guardians of the state, because they wield the power of force, Our people must be pure and free of anything that will make they're minds corrupt like gay marriage and drugs. When this is accomplish we will become godlike
Prostitution: no
Religion: Catholic is offical lang, all others are accepted, religious fundmentalism will be dealt with force
Social Security: No
The UN: Not a member,
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 18, Only allowed to vote in local elections no elections for executive branch, senators are chosen by the President
War: Avoid at all cost, uses terrorism when odds are against Pantheaa.
Euroslavia
20-07-2005, 22:12
.::BUMP::.
Kriegorgrad
20-07-2005, 22:31
OoC: You gonna update the thread, Euro?
Euroslavia
20-07-2005, 22:33
OoC: You gonna update the thread, Euro?

OOC: I'm working on it right now.
Sarzonia
20-07-2005, 23:00
The Incorporated States of Sarzonia
Abortion: Only in unusual circumstances
Arms Trade: Considering the Portland Iron Works, yes.
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Non interventionist except in cases of genocide in general and anti-gay genocide in particular.
Drugs: Soon to be illegal
Economic System: Socially-minded but capitalist
Education: Umm, yes? Education through the equivalent of the first two years of undergraduate is compulsory.
Euthanasia: Yes
Gay Marriage: Sort of. Civil unions replaced marriage as a legally binding relationship.
Gun Control: Guns are currently banned, but the ban will be repealed in the wake of the Inkanan war.
Immigration Policies: Only permitted in cases of asylum.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC): Organisation of Maritime Powers, Woodstock Pact
Nuclear Weapons: Yes
Philosophy: Peaceful expansion, but in the event of war, we fight to win.
Prostitution: Yes. Prostitution companies and private agents are taxed heavily.
Religion: No state sponsored religion exists.
Social Security: To an extent. People have one percent of their incomes taken out pre-tax for Roth IRA-similar accounts and Social Security kicks in at 75 years of age upon retirement. However, it is on a sliding scale (the more you make, the less Social Security you get). Above the equivalent of $100,000 per annum US, you get no Social Security.
The UN: No
War: We've been in several wars. We do not observe the Geneva Convention.
Euroslavia
20-07-2005, 23:06
(I hope that this isn't too wordy. If you wish I can possibly try to cut it down, but the Commonwealth is quite radically different in organisation when compared to most traditional nation states and I'm prone to elaboration. Frankly, you're lucky I kept it as brief as I did!)

No worries, I can be the same way. That's why I haven't filled mine out yet. :p
New Militias
20-07-2005, 23:43
The Wandering Armed Factions of New Militias
Abortion: A woman has her rights to give up a child. As long as the child hasn't reached a certain state in teh pregnancy, there's nothing wrong with it. But due to our low population, we have illegalized Abortion to keep our population high, but this increases the demand for ships.
Alliances:As our mother nation, Green Sun, believes, a nation should only join one alliance and stick to it, unless the alliance is for a specific thing.
Arms Trade: As we have started as Mercenaries, owning a firearm is a must. We believe everyone has a right to a weapon, just not too powerful ones.
Death Penalty: If you murder, rape, or OD someone, you deserve to die.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): As we are a nomadic peoples, we have to be very open with our government, otherwise we will surely perish.
Drugs: Just an excuse for incompetence and arrogance. All drug dealers should be given life imprisonment.
Economic System: Since it would prove worthless to have an internal capitalist system, we are forced to use communism to distribute goods, since greed would tear us apart.
Education: Everyone deserves a full and equal education, so it is free, but not necessarily acceptance into colleges.
Energy Policy: We have to share as much energy as possible, for giving one ship more energy would be favoritism.
Environment: We have to keep our ships completely clean to avoid disease.
Euthanasia: If you feel you can't go on, then New Militias has no use for you.
Gay Marriage: So long as it doesn't interfere with your duties, it's fine, sometimes encouraged.
Gun Control: We are united because we all have the same goals. We don't need gun control because we need weaposn to survive.
Humanitarian Aid: Please?
Immigration Policies: The more the merrier!
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): They will grow up to become corrupt much like the UN.
Nuclear Weapons: Ineffective in space combat.
Philosophy: Don't piss anyone off
Prostitution: We don't need disease spreading amongst the ships.
Religion: If it will give us hope, let the people organize it themselves.
Social Security: See Euthanasia
The UN: Corrupt and a liability
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Must be a member of government
War: It pays the bills.
Euroslavia
20-07-2005, 23:45
Completely Updated.
Tonissia
20-07-2005, 23:46
The Virginian Federation of Tonissia
Abortion: Leagal
Alliances:None
Arms Trade: None
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance Sorta Isolationist:
Drugs: Illeagal
Economic System: Capitilist
Education: Elementary school Ages 5-11 Intermediate school 12-13 Advance (High) School14-17 Colligeate School 18-21 Elementary - Advance cost only 0.5% Of your Monthly Income And It Comes in Two Installments
Energy Policy: Nuclear Facillities Mostly or Natural Gas
Environment: One large National Park in the Southeast
Euthanasia: Only If terminal
Gay Marriage: No
Gun Control: Must be 25 and have a liscence and have Passed an Accuracy Test
Humanitarian Aid: No situation Has came up to where we need to send Humanitarian Aid
Immigration Policies: must Register Lenghty Background Check we will also Contact the Police department of that Country to check Background Unless That Country is Communist
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): No
Nuclear Weapons: Yes
Philosophy: Conservitive
Prostitution: No
Religion: Mostly Protestent
Social Security: Yes
The UN: Yes
Voting Age & Voting Frequency: 20(age) and Once every ten to fifeteen years
War: No but we did Have Agents in the Communist Mississippi Army Before he got Zapped
Golencia
21-07-2005, 00:29
The Catholic Iberian Federation of Golencia
Abortion: No
Alliances: Grays Hill, Truitt, Risban
Arms Trade: None
Death Penalty: Yes, for Murder, Breaking the Sanctity of Marriage.
Diplomatic Stance: Open
Drugs: Narcotics Illegal, Medical Drugs permitted
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: Ages 5-22 Mandatory, Kindergarten, 1-5, 6-8, 9-12, 13-17.
Energy Policy: Hydrogen
Environment: Poverty in Protestant Camps.
Euthanasia: Illegal
Gay Marriage: Illegal
Gun Control: 3 Day backgorund check for a weapon
Humanitarian Aid: given to nations in need
Immigration Policies: Find a job within first 3 Months if Catholic, deportation if Protestant
Large Alliances: Global Defense Initiative
Nuclear Weapons: Yes
Philosophy: Centrist
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: Catholic with 1-2% of the population living in Protestant Camps
Social Security: Yes
The UN: Member
Voting Age & Voting Frequency: 18, voting after a New Pope has been elected for a new Chancellor. Until then a ne wone can be appointed by the Emperor of the Federation.
War: None currently. Have fought in Tal - Falas, suppresed rebellions in Colonies and blockaded Tailva. Other than that we have been a peaceful nation.
Green Sun
21-07-2005, 00:41
The Republic-Empire of Green Sun
Abortion: Legal
Alliances:Circle Alliance, SDC
Arms Trade: Monitored
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Open and active
Drugs: Illegal; Death penalty if sold to an ODer
Economic System: Capitalist/Socialist
Education: Very Good
Energy Policy: Mostly natural
Environment: Who needs it
?
Euthanasia: Only if terminal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: A merc group owns a nuke. What do you *think*?
Humanitarian Aid: A couple times...
Immigration Policies: More the merrier!
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): I left the UN because it was like those...
Nuclear Weapons: Only a few
Philosophy: Centrist
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: People-operated; One third of government is operated by religious figures
Social Security: Nah.
The UN: They suck
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 22; Depends on when the president wants to retire (Executive); Every five years (Theocratic)
War: Avoidable in any situation
New Crystal Isles
21-07-2005, 01:00
[color=red]The Republic of New Crystal Isles [ /b][ /color]
[b]Abortion: Abortion is illegal
Alliances: None yet
Arms Trade: If you have the money, you may purchace arms
Death Penalty: All crimes are punishable by death
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Generally Isolationist
Drugs: Due to the fruit supply in here, Wine is the most popular type of alcohol. Marijuana is legal for use outside places of work
Economic System: A controlled Capitalist system. Various jobs pay different wages, and there are numerous different businesses, however, they're all owned by the government
Education: Students start school at age five and attend until age 16, after which they must serve two years in the military Poorly performing students are placed in the military, and remain there unless they are do poorly and are then assigned to a low end job. Average performing students are given the option to attend a technical college or remain in the military to achieve the maximum rank of a non-commission officer. High performing students move onto high-school, then to a university for training to do a high end job. They may also remain in the military and take an officer's course.
Energy Policy: Military vehicles are powered by Alcohol or Hydrogen. Aircraft are also powered by hydrogen. Most of the residents in cities are required to use public transportation, which are either subways or streetcars that run on electricity as owning an automobile is restricted to persons who work on farms or in businesses that require carriage of a lot of equipment.
Environment: The Environment is an important factor here, and drastic steps are taken to preserve it
Euthanasia: Yes
Gay Marriage: Gay Marriage is perfectly legal
Gun Control: Yes and no. All persons are required to serve two years in the military at 16th birthday, therefore everyone is accustomed to having a gun, however firearms aren't accessable to persons after leaving the military
Humanitarian Aid: Only if it's for our best personal interests
Immigration Policies: Immigration is frowned upon unless there's a population crisis
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): No major Alliances
Nuclear Weapons: Yes. Recently developed first batch of ICBM's
Philosophy: Masculine behavior must be controlled and stomped out, Religion is an act of treason, Youths are to be kept under strict control and are not allowed to express themselves or commit any actions that are considered unruly, wealth must be controlled to keep the private sector from becoming too powerful
Prostitution: Restricted to qualified persons over 20 years of age, and are paid in food rations and enough Digital Credits for rent.
Religion: Religion is a severe criminal offence
Social Security: yes
The UN: No
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): N/A
War: Yes
Unified Sith
21-07-2005, 01:15
The Galactic Empire of Unified Sith
Abortion: is tolerated within the Empire, as it lacks any real religious or moral foundation.
Alliances: Galactic Empire, RWC.
Arms Trade: The Empire sprawls almost all of the Galaxy. There is internal arms trading however no external as Imperial technology is not to fall into the hands of rebel organisations.
Death Penalty: Legal, the Galactic Empire only has a judicial system when its regarding high profile cases. Most criminals are given summary trials at the scene of arrest.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): The Galactic Empire promotes free trade, between members of the Empire only. All other nations and species are viewed with contempt.
Drugs: Dust is a major hindrance within the Empire and strictly illegal, though unfortunately the black market is extremely large regarding the matter.
Economic System: Capitalist, to an extent.
Education: Free throughout the Coreworlds, a charge anywhere else.
Energy Policy: The Galactic Empires energy policies are clean with an industrial output. Most sources are environmentally friendly.
Environment: The Imperial Centre Coruscant is one vast city. Trees and wildlife have been exterminated and as such are viewed with little care within the Empire.
Euthanasia: Legal. The Empire doesn't care who lives and who dies, it is experiencing overpopulation problems currently.
Gay Marriage: Legal.
Gun Control: Gun laws are non existent. If you don't carry a blaster then you're a target.
Humanitarian Aid: Humanity is something the Empire is yet to encounter or discover. For the Empire the end justifies the means.
Immigration Policies: Immigration is free throughout the Empire, though the human race is favoured by the emperor.
Large Alliances Galactic Empire.
Nuclear Weapons: The Empire has a large contingent of weapons far superior to quaint fission devices. Some of them are the mighty Galaxy gun, capable of destroying a planet from across the Galaxy, or the Death Star which is quite possibly the ultimate power in the Universe.
Philosophy: Order over chaos. Democracy leads to destruction.
Prostitution: Happens everywhere
Religion: Millions of them, none adopted by the state.
Social Security: Non-existent.
The UN: Not applicable.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): The people have forgone their right to vote, happy in the knowledge that the emperor is the greatest leader they have ever had or will ever know.
War: The Empire is always at war, its primary motivation is expansion.
Haxxoristan
21-07-2005, 01:23
[color=red]The Republic of Haxxoristan [ /b][ /color]
[b]Abortion: Allowed in all circumstances. Includes late-term abortions.
Alliances: Various unsuccesful attempts to set up an alliance of like-minded nations.
Arms Trade: Very, very yes.
Death Penalty: No.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open...and occasionally quite obnoxious.
Drugs: All outlawed...the illegal ones, that is, i.e. marijuana, cocaine, etc. Medical marijuana, though.
Economic System: Free market system.
Education: Universal free education, includes the post-graduate stuff.
Energy Policy: Nuclear fusion or synthetic petroleum.
Environment: Don't care. We can get along without it, after all, since we've managed to make most of the resources we rely on renewable and what not. We're still turning Central Asia into a hellscape, though...
Euthanasia: Yes.
Gay Marriage: Yes.
Gun Control: Just enough to keep guns out of the hands of nutcases.
Humanitarian Aid: Hah! You kidding? They can starve.
Immigration Policies: If you're useful, you can come in.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): No.
Nuclear Weapons: Yes...very yes. Currently, we're working on an "Alien Invasion Buster."
Philosophy: Capitalist, but with strong social safety nets. Mostly libertarian. Atheist.
Prostitution: Yes.
Religion: Allowed, but there are no suckers in Haxxoristan.
Social Security: Yes...universal health care and other such measures.
The UN: No.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): [ /b] 18, frequency 45-50%.
[B]War: If neccesary...when that happens, the victims get crushed under the Soviet...I mean Haxxori steamroller.
Sea Reapers
21-07-2005, 01:32
The Queendom of Sea Reapers
Abortion: The slaughter of the young will never be tolerated here.
Alliances: We are privy to the friendship of a people known as the Meccaryn, our loyal protectors. But we have no formal relations with any nations.
Arms Trade: The proliferation of tools of death is not desirable.
Death Penalty: We have no use for it, but even if we required it, there is nobody here with any right to decide who lives and who dies, regardless of their acts.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): With so much anger and violence in the world, we feel it best to keep to ourselves.
Drugs: Certain substances can influence artists, assist with spiritual journeys or simply relax a stressed person. We see no harm in soft drug use.
Economic System: Gift economy
Education: Locally-organised education institutions with state funding.
Energy Policy: We have 'extensive' access to completely clean hydroelectric energy sources, and have been making full use of them for some time now.
Environment: Our home is spotless, and will remain so.
Euthanasia: We try to end suffering however we can. If someone suffers enough to wish an end, their family will be allowed to grant it. Such a decision is not the government's to make.
Gay Marriage: There are no limits to love.
Gun Control: There are no laws, but there are no guns either. Why would someone wish to kill another if they did not have to?
Humanitarian Aid: We aid the suffering wherever we can.
Immigration Policies: All good-natured souls are allowed to live with us.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): We are neither a member of one nor have an opinion of them.
Nuclear Weapons: There is NEVER a justification for slaughter on the scale that these weapons can cause.
Philosophy: Peace and compassion are the most important traits of all.
Prostitution: We have no need to pay for 'love' here; it is freely available.
Religion: People may believe whatever they wish.
Social Security: Any who need help, will receive it both from the community and the state.
The UN: This organisation means well, but it has lost its way.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): N/A
War: We have been embroiled in a never-ending war for the survival of our entire culture for millennia; it is a necessary evil when confronted with a far more extreme evil. We would prefer it if everyone could co-exist in peace, though.
West Cedarbrook
22-07-2005, 03:59
The Kramden of West Cedarbrook
Abortion: Legal
Alliances: JDA, Earth III Pact of North American States, Admitted to NATO
Arms Trade: Yes
Death Penalty: Yes
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Open
Drugs:Legal
Economic System:Legal
Education: Mandatory through 12th Grade. College admission by ability only.
Energy Policy: None - Private Enterprise
Environment: Very little Government intervention
Euthanasia:Illegal
Gay Marriage:No
Gun Control:No
Humanitarian Aid: Minimmal
Immigration Policies: Discouraged. Rigorous security concerns and naturalization procedures. Anti-Shaira laws, Blaine Amendment type laws limit nations of immigration.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): Admitted to NATO
Nuclear Weapons: Admitted to NATO
Philosophy: Libertarian. That includes strong bargaining rights for Labor.
Prostitution:Legal
Religion: No national religion. Statistically 100% Jewish (80% Reform, 17% Conservative, 3% Orthodox), around 50,000 Christians, mostly Protestant
Social Security: Nominal
The UN: Non member. Membership would intrude on sovereignty
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Age 21. Unicameral Senate elected in districts for two year terms. Presidency elected for five year terms.
War: Standing armed forces. Has been involved in overseas wars when national interests dictate.
Beth Gellert
22-07-2005, 04:34
No worries, I can be the same way. That's why I haven't filled mine out yet. :p

OOC: Hehe, good, good.
I look forward to it, anyway :)
Maineiacs
22-07-2005, 04:49
I have updated my entry. Please note.
Grey Squirrels
22-07-2005, 04:55
The Republic of Grey Squirrels
Abortion: Illegal in all situations.
Alliances: None in peace-time. Some in war-time.
Arms Trade: Weapons maybe sold domestically and internationally.
Death Penalty: Only for treason, mass murder, and serial rapist.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Isolationist.
Drugs: Illegal except for medical marijuana.
Economic System: Capitalist with minimal regulation.
Education: All privately funded.
Energy Policy: Encourages renewable resourses.
Environment: Ok.
Euthanasia: Illegal.
Gay Marriage: Legal or illegal based on individual states.
Gun Control: Very little. No regestration. Instant check for convicted, violent felons. All small arms, including automatic weapons are legal.
Humanitarian Aid: None.
Immigration Policies: Well defended boarder patrol by military. Easy nationalization process for imigrants desiring to became citizens.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None.
Nuclear Weapons: Not used by military.
Philosophy: Conservative/libertarian.
Prostitution: Illegal.
Religion: Mostly Christian. Also includes many other faiths.
Social Security: None.
The UN: Despised by citizens and government.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Age: 18 Frequency: Every 5 years for all positions.
War: Only for the purpose of self-defence.
The Serene Death
22-07-2005, 05:11
The Armed Republic of the Serene Death
Abortion: Legal and easy
Alliances: Open to non-agression pacts or general trade agreements. Against mutual defense pacts and free trade agreements.
Arms Trade: Open to and a contributor to.
Death Penalty: Non-existant, replaced with life in penal workforce or life in penal military corps.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):Open to diplomatic relations with all friendly or benign nations.
Drugs: Most are legal, those that do physical damage are illegal.
Economic System: state-socialism mixed with state-capitalism.
Education: Free to 18, college partially paid for (fully if spend 4-6 years in military).
Energy Policy: Clean and enviroment friendly.
Environment: Steps are taken to preserve it, but it is sometimes pushed out of the way for development.
Euthanasia: Legal, must get license to do.
Gay Marriage: Marriage is between 2 sentient beings.
Gun Control: Need license for weapons. No explosives or antimaterial weapons are civilian legal. Rest are good.
Humanitarian Aid: Willing to give it, but rarely do.
Immigration Policies: Open door.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): Against, as believe that it causes wars.
Nuclear Weapons: Military only, not for civilian use.
Philosophy: Democracy and freedom are key to a working society. That and something to protect that democracy and freedom (mainly guns).
Prostitution: Legal, regulated by government.
Religion: Multiple, fanaticism outlawed.
Social Security: After 65 people partially supported by state. Amount supported dependant on length of military service and amount payed in last job.
The UN: N/A
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 18; yearly local elections, 2 years for Parlimentary elections, 5 years for Presidential and Senatorial elections
War: Only if necessary, diplomacy is perferable.
Tannenmille
22-07-2005, 05:26
Update'd!:

The Sucellan Governance of Tannenmille
Abortion: Legal in extraordinary cases.
Alliances:United Emperies Alliance, Saharistan War Coalition
Arms Trade: Loose
Death Penalty: Yes: Stormtroopers cut the criminal in half with their lightsabre.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Sucello System closed, other systems save for Military Installation #493-432-401 open.
Drugs: All legal, heavily taxed by gov't (hard drugs such as cocaine, heroin, etc. illegal)
Economic System: Free trade
Education: Strongly supported, point of pride in Tannenmille's culture
Energy Policy: Somewhat lax
Environment: Little concern for
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Considered civil union unless recognized as marriage by a church.
Gun Control: Loose, heavy rifles and blasters illegal
Humanitarian Aid: Decided on a per case basis
Immigration Policies: Strict.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): CIN, ANP
Nuclear Weapons: Illegal and obsolete
Philosophy: Capitalist monarchal-democracy
Prostitution: Illegal
Religion: No state religion, citizens primarily non-denominational Christian or agnostic
Social Security: Not provided.
The UN: Not a member.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): 20+, officials elected biannualy
War: Per case basis
Colerica
22-07-2005, 05:46
The United Empire of Colerica
Abortion: Pro-life; abortion is murder unless it is necessary to save the life of the mother or rare rape cases. The UEC sees it as a matter of responsiblity first and foremost.
Alliances: Imperial Confederacy
Arms Trade: Controlled domestically, but practiced very heavily abroad by the Colerica Arms Syndicate.
Death Penalty: Most crimes are punishable by death and executions happen continuously; broadcasted on the Imperial Execution Channel.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Open.
Drugs: Marijuana is illegal as are all the harder drugs.
Economic System: Free-market capitalists.
Education: Public, state-run schools that mix education and nationalist brain-washing into a perfect blend.
Energy Policy: Gasoline and fossil fuels. The private sector holds the reigns here; whatever they deem necessary.
Environment: Business comes first; the environment is protected only when it doesn't interfer with the wishes and desires of the private sector (which is rare).
Euthanasia: Legal, but decided and operated by the gov't.
Gay Marriage: Illegal.
Gun Control: Used to be that firearms were illegal (due to revolt worries), now guns are legal, but controlled. All firearm owners are marked as such in a national database.
Humanitarian Aid: Never. The UEC has enough domestic problems to even both with nurse-maiding foreign leaches.
Immigration Policies: Closed, militarized borders. Illegal immigrants are arrested and executed.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): Imperial Confederacy.
Nuclear Weapons: Of course. Many.
Philosophy: "Believe. Obey. Fight." Everyone in the United Empire should consider themselves gifted and special simply for being born in this great nation. A fascist (not in the sense of Mussolini, but more in the sense of the Roman Empire...fascism is more than a merger of gov't and business; it's a state of control) totalitarian empire.
Prostitution: Legal, but controlled by the gov't. An honest-to-God Magistrate of Prostitution exists. ;)
Religion: Imperias, a state-run religion that recognizes the Emperor as a god or god-like figure. Not compulsory, but it is the only religion allowed to be legally practiced.
Social Security: Non existant.
The UN: Heavily against; not a member.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Elections haven't existed in the United Empire since 1994; those are archaic.
War: When necessary. The UEC maintains a massive military and has taken part in wars where diplomacy has failed. Diplomacy, backed by the serious threat of military action is how the UEC operates.
Einhauser
22-07-2005, 05:53
The Incorperated Firms (working title) of Einhauser
Abortion: Legal only to rape victims
Alliances: Xessmitha
Arms Trade: You can never have too many guns
Death Penalty: Anyone over 60 is burned alive. What do you think my opinion of the death penelty is?
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Semi-isolationist
Drugs: Use is punishable by death
Economic System: Capatalist
Education: Important
Energy Policy: Use whatever pollutes the most
Environment: Burn it down and spit on the ashes
Euthanasia: Legal. Whoda thunk it?
Gay Marriage: Illegal
Gun Control: Guns for all!
Humanitarian Aid: What, your kiding. Right?
Immigration Policies: Who the hell would move here?
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None
Nuclear Weapons: Nuke em all! Ha ha ha ha!
Philosophy: Do as much damage to the enviroment while being as capatalistic as possible
Prostitution: Punishable by death
Religion: Athiest, mostly because people are too busy working to ponder such things
Social Security: Social what?
The UN: Lousy no good allience of screwballs riding on the US
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting?
War: Slaughter all who oppose
SA and Protectorates
22-07-2005, 06:08
The Beavisocracy of SA and Protectorates
Abortion: Legal
Alliances: No
Arms Trade: That's a matter for the private sector
Death Penalty: No.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Up to each citizen/business
Drugs: Soft drugs legalised but controlled
Economic System: Capitalist
Education: Basic education important but primarily a matter for the private sector
Energy Policy: Nuclear power is cool!
Environment: Logically environmentalist. Burn hippies.
Euthanasia: Legal.
Gay Marriage: Gay marriage is legal but planning to ban all marriages.
Gun Control: Private arm use slightly regulated
Humanitarian Aid: Quid pro quo
Immigration Policies: Come here, but pay your own way, and respect liberalism.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None
Nuclear Weapons: Waste of money
Philosophy: Social: Classical liberal. Economic: Free market.
Prostitution: Mandatory, and part of national service :)
Religion: No offical state religion but neopaganist in outlook
Social Security:[ /b] Get your hands out of my pockets.
[b]The UN: Get your laws off my body politic
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Punishable by death
War: War is good for business. But peace is good for business too.
The Teutonic State
22-07-2005, 06:42
[color=red][b]The Holy Empire of The Teutonic State [ /b][ /color]
[b]Abortion: [ /b]Illegal unless a result of rape,incest.All else(including those too young)would have to put their children in Labensborn program's if they don't wish to keep their children or are uncapable.
[b]Alliances:[ /b]None to speak of.
[b]Arms Trade: [ /b]Again,none to speak of.Not willing to share technology with any other's except National Socialist nation's.
[b]Death Penalty: [ /b]Legal.Particularly for blood mixture,murder,act's of treason,etc.
[b]Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc):[ /b]Isolationist
[b]Drugs: [ /b]Illegal,including tobacco and all form's of alcohol.Strictly enforced.
[b]Economic System: [ /b]National Socialist
[b]Education: [ /b]State paid education,including Viking Youth Corp's from age 10-14,and Hitler Youth 14 and on(weekend's mandatory)to produce extremely loyal,fanatical,and healthy citizenry,and prepare them for required time in the Service.Boarding school's for the most promising children in the nation to be trained as future leader's of the nation.
[b]Energy Policy: [ /b]Clean burning fuel's.
[b]Environment: [ /b]Protected from the private sector,and constantly refreshed and replanted as needed.Forest's for logging are continuelly regrown so as to allow constant production.
[b]Euthanasia: [ /b]Required for those genetically impaired at birth,and legal in certain case's.
[b]Gay Marriage: [ /b]Illegal,and those found to participate in homosexuality will be punished harshly.
[b]Gun Control: [ /b]Legal for those without criminal background's,only hunting firearm's and handgun's unless special permit is granted.
[b]Humanitarian Aid: [ /b]Only to our racial bretheren.
[b]Immigration Policies: [ /b]Strictly enforced,but welcome to our racial bretheren after strong background check.
[b]Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): [ /b]Despise such organization's
[b]Nuclear Weapons: [ /b]In abundance
[b]Philosophy: [ /b]"For Race And Nation!",the phrase every individual live's by and is expected to uphold.Each citizen find's himself as part of the Master Race and act's as such.
[b]Prostitution: [ /b]Illegal,and punishable by death.
[b]Religion: [ /b]Christian Identity and Astaru influence's in society,particularly with the use of rune's such as that in our nation's flag.
[b]Social Security: [ /b]Varying according to contribution's to the Nation,and previous occupation.Free housing for the elderly guaranteed.
[b]The UN: [ /b]A member,but only for our own personal gain.
[b]Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): [ /b]None,leave running the government to those trained in the area.
[b]War: [ /b]The only thing to keep a nation strong,and our race's strong point(other than civilization building)
Euroslavia
22-07-2005, 06:55
The United Freedom Forces of Euroslavia
Abortion: Abortion is allowed in Euroslavia, but frowned upon, despite being a very liberal nation. Taking the life of a baby is still looked on as a horrible thing.. probably one of the worst things that you can do in life.
Alliances: Euroslavia is in the Union of World Powers, which isn't as active as of late; and the Westwood Alliance, which has been very active as of late, with the attacks upon fellow WWA member Jarridia, and on ViZion.
Arms Trade: Euroslavia does not currently deal in arms trade with any nation, and builds its own arms through its own industries.
Death Penalty: The death penalty does not exist in Euroslavia, and has been banned since even before the first Civil War, which was quite some time ago.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): As of late, Euroslavia has been expanding its diplomatic relations with other nations of the world, and considers itself to be open for discussion and dialogue with majority of the rest of the world.
Drugs: Majority of drugs are legal in Euroslavia, while a lot of the citizens produce specific drugs such as marijuana on their own.
Economic System: Euroslav/Mixed (An alternative version of the Mixed Economy, added with Euroslav customs and traditions)
Education: Education is paid for up to the end of Secondary Education. Colleges and Universities are up for the student to be paid. Scholarships and Loans are numerous in number.
Energy Policy: Alternative energies are being used, for the most part, rather than having to rely on others for oil and gas. Euroslavia has some of the most strict policies requiring energy to meet specific standards to keep the environment safe.
Environment: The environment is of the utmost importance to Euroslavia, which has multiple policies at keeping the environment intact.
Euthanasia: Euthanasia is looked upon in the same manner as Abortion. It is legal, but it is frowned upon, and considered 'low'.
Gay Marriage: Gay Marriage is quite legal, with Euroslavia being one of the first nations to legalize it. The
Gun Control: Gun Control doesn't have a strong grip on the nation as other nations do. Each family has access to receiving a gun from the government. Any additional gun purchased by the family must be paid, in full, along with a background check
Humanitarian Aid: Euroslavia is one of the leading nations in the progression of humanitarian aid to nations that are in unfortunate predicaments, including war and famine. The only involvement that Euroslavia will ever have in a war is the dispatching of the world-reknown United Medical Force, trained to aid in the worst situations. To this day, Euroslavia still sends its Medical Forces across the world to fight against the negatives of this world. Every three years, Euroslavia sponsors a nation, in which they will directly aid it through its troubling times, politically, by working with the residents for peace (in the event of a civil war), and immediate seperation of each of the forces, while humanitarian aid is sent to both areas, whereupon discussion and talks take place for peace to be resolved.
Immigration Policies: Immigration is somewhat lax compared to the rest of the nations of the world. The borders between Euroslavia and its neighbors are completely monitored and seperated. There have been no instances in which immigrants have been allowed to enter Euroslavia illegally, in the past five years.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): A former member of NATO and the NWO, Euroslavia used to be greatly involved in large alliances. Since the resignation from NATO, and the disbanding of the NWO, Euroslavia has had a large distrust of them all, with which each has alterior motives to be in existance (in Lady Destra's opinion).
Nuclear Weapons: Before the Second Civil War, Euroslavia officially disbanded the last of its nuclear weapons, with security that such a war would never occur, at least with itself and another hostile nation, especially with the diplomatic channels available to itself.
Philosophy: Philosophy is continuously developing with haste in Euroslavia, developing its roots from Greece itself. It was rumored that the philosopher Togranos, who lived over 1000 years ago, was of early Euroslav descent. Philosophy itself is very important to society, even to this day.
Prostitution: Prostitution is all but extinct in Euroslavia. The practice itself has disappeared from the nation, though technically, it is 'legal'. Job-search agencies, which have been established in all Euroslav cities, has all but eliminated unemployment.
Religion: Religion is widely accepted, no matter what each individual believes. Majority of the population identifies themselves as non-denominational, spiritual, for that matter. The population has learned to not strictly believe in one specific religion, but to have their own ideals, that may match with some of the religions out there.
Social Security: Social Security is determined by the government, through the calculation of the average amount the person makes through their lifetime, and configured to make sure that the select person can make it through the rest of their life. Any extra money that each person makes through their job will always be theirs, but any person who does not have enough money to make it will be given money from the government, with no requirement of paying it back.
The UN: After much controversy, over a prostitution bill (which was repealed a few months later), Euroslavia officially withdrew from the UN. Not being a part of the United Nations secluded the nation from the international community, especially with its goals of humanitarian aid. Collaboration with the UN continued, despite Euroslavia's withdrawal from the organization. Eventually, the UN convinced the nation to re-join, through the discussion of the controversial bills with which they were repealed, and the promise that such bills wouldn't be passed.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting doesn't take place in Euroslavia (with the leader), seeing as Lady Destra has been appointed as the leader after the Second Civil War, and she still maintains a strong, but lax rule over the population. Congress and its tri-cameral legislature are elected by the populace, in which over 70% of the nation goes to the polls and votes. Patriotism is very fierce, and the nation is well-known for its pride.
War: War is a complicated issue in Euroslavia. It is avoided at all costs. Diplomacy happens to be the nations' forte, so getting out of escalating political incidents is quite easy for Lady Destra nos Thiendrel. She is a very strong-willed leader, who was personally trained in debate, as well as diplomacy by some of the best scholars and teachers across the nation. To this day, she is still learning through experience. Euroslavia rarely becomes involved in a war, especially as of late in the past few decades. After the Second Civil War, to remove Communism from Euroslavia, a major war has not taken place on Euroslav soil, and its forces have not been actively involved in any military conflict since then.




As Beth Gellert says, you're all lucky that I was able to condense it to this size. There really is so much more involved. :p
imported_ViZion
22-07-2005, 06:59
*taggy*
Schultaria Prime
22-07-2005, 07:21
The United Socialist States of Schultaria Prime
Abortion: Such procedures are legal for all individuals above the age of majority (18 years of age) as they are considered standard medical treatment; women below the age of majority must consult with their legal guardians and possess consent similar to any other medical procedure, although considerable license is taken on extreme circumstances where the potential mother is in danger.
Alliances: At the present time, the USSSP is involved in a direct alliance with the Nation of Hamptonshire and is a founding member of The Alliance of Pure Research and Engineering States (TAPRES)
Arms Trade: Schultarian Export, Copyright, and Scientific Law prohibits the sale of any item or device with the sole purpose of "creating offensive destruction or forceful aggression"; such devices are usually denoted with the Kerga prefix in the Schultarian Armed Forces. However, items that are denoted with the Kamor prefix are considered openly available for international trade as they are approved for purposes designed without aggressive intent.
Death Penalty: The Schultarian Codes of Philosophical Precedent and Logical Conduct (Konductus Thalogim) stipulate that those who commit violent crimes are worthy of reciprocation with amplified consequences. Any crime above the level of inflicting intentional physical injury has the possibility of carrying a death sentence in a jury trial.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): The USSSP has adopted an open diplomatic stance, but the government at large will only further diplomatic contact with nations who initiate diplomatic channels of their own volition.
Drugs: Most narcotic drugs are generally distributed under intense regulation by state authorities, but they are considered legal under Schultarian law. Most of these narcotics are modified versions of existing mental and physical enhancements due to the nation's fixation of speeding the brain's thought processes (LSD, Methamphetamines, Cocaine, PCP) and are distributed though a generally very long an highly complex set of bureaucratic processes.
Economic System: A centrally planned, highly regulated system of public corporations intermixed with very small private enterprises; all industries possess a minimum of 52% ownership by the federal government. Minimum wage laws enforce a mandatory 21,100 merlon (~38,000 USD) base salary for all full time workers with merit-based bonuses designed to reward diligence and creativity.
Education: Based on the German system of public education; full state funding from pre-primary to post doctoral education for all born and fully naturalized Schultarian citizens with a substantial surcharge for all foreign residents. At the end of primary education (Grade 9), students are offered the chance of attending a Tragui'saa (Apprenticeship School), Teknaa'saa (Technical School), Seh'v'qui'saa (Civil Service School), or Kademia'saa (University Preparation School) and can interchange between the four provided they perform the necessary equivalency examinations.
Energy Policy: With limited access to liquid fossil fuels, most of our energy economy comes from distilled ethanol and naturally manufactured hydrocarbons such as compressed methane. As for electrical power, more than 83% of Schultaria Prime's electrical consumption stems from nuclear fission while the rest is supplanted though geothermal and tidal hydroelectric systems. In recent years the development of energy producing bubble fusion reactors has come to fruition, but practical development of these reactors as a sustainable power source is still approximately 5 to 10 years from realization.
Environment: Schultaria Prime currently faces severe ecological problems due to 1) Increased demand for raw material resources [particularly metallic elements], 2) Historically reduced concern for local environmental affairs [pre-dating the current government of 120 years], and 3) Unparalleled amounts of hyper-urbanization [especially in the Megalopolises of Schultaria Prime, Edgen, Tarannu, and Myrle with populations well over 150 million each]. While the government has taken steps to preserve what little natural wilderness that still exists in the nation, the pressures of agricultural self-sustenance and blooming population rates seem destined to make Schultaria Prime a fully "developed" landmass sometime within the next forty years.
Euthanasia: Fully legal and socially approved in cases where writs of medical care and assisted living (i.e. "Living" Wills) have been drafted prior to such events or where the party requesting assisted suicide is considered mentally sound enough to cast clear judgment. Otherwise, such cases are decided by counsel with relatives and assorted family members though an arbitrator of the Schultarian medical establishment to insure sound and reasonable legality; only though the written approval and reasoning of this arbitrator's final settlement can suicide be delivered without prior documentation.
Gay Marriage: Legal as per the stipulations of the Konductus Thalogim and recently through the multitude of "Equal Eye" laws established in Schultaria Prime. Such marriage has been an accepted institution for well over fourteen centuries but has now gained full, written, legal protection for the last one hundred and twelve years.
Gun Control: All sport, self-defense, and military weapons are owned and maintained by the federal government, but can be rented with the proper documentation and necessary background checks. Each rental agreement consists of a fully detailed weapon usage and distribution plan (where you intend to take the weapon with immediate, non-negotiable, imprisonment for any deviation), licensing of all weapon ammunition (for security trace purposes, all bullets are engraved with specific serial numbers in every possible internal and external surface), and a mandatory 50 hour safety course for all new weapon renters. M(achine Gun) and D(estructive) class weapons are only available for use on approved SKC weapon ranges with proper supervision. No non-Schultarian citizens are allowed to pursue such rentals or import any weapons without first applying for some form of naturalization.
Humanitarian Aid: Aid is distributed through charitable contributions and free contracts by the State Industries of Schultaria Prime: Designwerks. Nearly 1% of our annual budget, some 1.1 trillion USD per year, is devoted solely towards the furthering of many public works projects to nations that are totally devastated in terms of infrastructure, economically struggling, or developing but industrially depressed.
Immigration Policies: Schultaria Prime allows full, naturalized, and dual citizenship status to a majority of its immigrant population; those that have not committed serious (felonious) offenses as per Schultarian law are allowed to pursue full citizenship status in as little as 5 years or residency. Standard examinations in basic (English) language proficiency, generic Schultarian law, and general Schultarian history are necessary for any foreign national who wishes to disavow any form of temporary citizenship status.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): At the present time, Schultaria Prime is a signatory member of the New Alliance Treaty Organization. Present national stances dictate that such large alliances are indeed a necessity to preserve what tenuous and strained peace exists in the world, but also views it as an agent which can only temporarily hold back the tide of another global war.
Nuclear Weapons: With the implementation of advanced satellite and land-based missile interception systems, the USSSP only maintains one ICBM-based thermonuclear weapon (yield and number of warheads classified). However, tactical concerns about the nation's security in the event of attack has allowed for the production, distribution, and popularly accepted use of low yield devices (less than or equal to 7.5 kilotons of TNT) by artillery systems. Exact numbers of these weapons are classified, but are estimated (by reliable sources) to be in the range of 1,000 to 1,250 weapons of 5 to 7.5 kilotons each.
Philosophy: "No one individual should ever hold complete dominion over the people and the people's species; help those, in any way, who still are burdened by foolhardy, arbitrary, and stupid dictators." -Acamar Oergen, purported founder of the as of yet poorly understood Sacred Architects of Humanity
"Violent people don't ever listen to reason, but they get the picture when their family has been reduced to ash" -Merle Elliot Schultz, leader of the Schultarian Democratic Revolution and first Central Director of Schultaria Prime's current national government
Prostitution: As in all other businesses, prostitution is highly regulated and contains majority ownership by the government. No moral or legal limitations exist in such institutions, except to preserve the safety and health of both the worker and the participating client from any serious harm.
Religion: All religious organizations are subject to state taxation with varying degrees of compensation for charitable works of indiscriminate value. No state sponsored church or any official statistical religious attendance documentation currently exists in Schultaria Prime, although (though casual observation) the Nation currently caters to a high number of Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, Shinto, and Protest Christian (Mainly Arminianism-based Episcopalian) beliefs.
Social Security: Sixty percent of the national budget is devoted solely to providing the citizens of Schultaria Prime with the basic necessities required for daily life. Items such as housing, public transit, pension insurance, and assorted food expenses are covered under this omnibus budgetary allocation. In addition, each person is allowed to hold up to 10 million merlons (18.1 million USD) in a private account as a "legacy" donation for future generations, but the ways in which a citizen can place money in that account are limited to royalties from works of intellectual and physical copyright.
The UN: The USSSP views the United Nations as a potential step towards a peaceful, global, government and appreciates the steps taken by its signatory nations towards seeking a unified solution to the globe's sundry problems. However, the Schultarian government views the current political structures and executive inconsistencies of the UN as horribly atrocious to a institution designed to help the world at large and has concluded that they can provide a better service to the world though direct devotion to humanitarian efforts.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting age is universal to all full Schultarian citizens 18 years of age and older, but only available to dual citizens in non-federal elections. Most federal elections occur every three years for National Assembly appointments and five years for the Central Directorate. Other special elections can also happen throughout the year as pure democracy is allowed in the cases of Constitutional Reform and Electorate Referendum. In an average federal election, approximately 70% of all registered voters will attend the polls due to liberal election day restrictions of business hours; however, in votes of special consideration concerning defense, the percentage will often jump to rates well over 90%.
War: War has been a subject of intense debate amongst the citizens of Schultaria Prime, and many voters have been very reticent about committing Schultarian Defense Forces to foreign theaters of war. However, the federal government is allowed some leniency in cases where the physical nation and its assets are attacked in order to provide appropriate measures of necessary response. Nonetheless, as in the cases of Constitutional Reform and Electorate Referendum, the business of war is a direct democratic affair where the Schultarian people vote whether or not the nation commits its military forces to full wartime action. As such, the nation has only deployed its forces to foreign soil twice and officially declared war once in the last twelve decades, but maintains a strategically sophisticated and technically advanced set of defense forces designed to protect the nation from threats both perceived and developing.

OOC: Whew, took me two hours of solid typing just to get this level of detail. Hope you enjoy it!
Omz222
22-07-2005, 21:40
Omzian Democratic Republic
Abortion: Legal across nation in authorized clinics; all applications are reviewed before the actual act is made
Alliances: Fairly isolationist with some strong individual relationships between selected allies but belongs to the UWP alliance; other organizations includes the OMP and OHS. Is largely neutral in the event of large alliance-vs-alliance conflicts.
Arms Trade: Supported for the export of conventional arms to allies only; domestic production licenses are only restricted to close allies. Export of weaponry to non-allied nations is extremely rare.
Death Penalty: Is legal and includes death by lethal injection, hanging, stoning, firing squad, and burning at stake; however, death sentences are very rarely handed out and the last death sentence was carried out 30 years ago. Is replaced by Reeducation Through Forced Prison Labour.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Is largely isolationist but has participated in various regional conflicts. Willing to share diplomatic relationships with many nations but is only willing to share the allied status with trusted nations with established trade ties. Is willing to back up foreign policy with force if necessary.
Drugs: Recreational drugs that causes harm to the human body are banned across nation; those who possess or distribute such drugs are immediately sentenced to life term Reeducation Through Forced Labour; laws in regards to recreational drugs are enforced by regional police, People's Armed Police, and military counter-terrorism units.
Economic System: A fairly capitalist economy, but with many state-owned industrial sectors and large corporations, including military-controlled arms contractors and government-controlled corporations. Private businesses generally operates with minor set of restrictions.
Education: Public education are free for all across the nation, with a mandatory 15-year education curriculum starting from the age of four. Graduation from secondary school is required for most jobs and for social insurance and welfare; people who leaves school before graduation are put at a severe disadvantage. Most post-secondary education institutions are state-controlled, with some privately-controlled. Private elementary or secondary educational institutions, and home schooling, are banned.
Energy Policy: Both clean fossil fuel and nuclear power plants are widespread across the nation and are owned by the state; hydroelectric power sources are also common but discouraged; wind power is also common in remote regions.
Environment: Very lax environmental policies and is largely ignored
Euthanasia: Legal only if consent is given by the patient him or her self, or/and in extreme circumstances when it is determined that such termination would be necessary.
Gay Marriage: Legal but rarely practiced
Gun Control: Fairly lax across the nation, but varies across province to province. Many citizens are encouraged to possess firearms, but must be registered to own a firearm and is required to pass an extensive firearms safety course. Automatic projectile weapons and weapons of up to 15.5mm in calibre are allowed but are restricted to three per household. Weapons that fires rocket-propelled or rocket-assisted projectiles are banned, along with weapons that can accept more than 200 rounds at one time. In public, weapons must be concealed. The act of owning illegal weapons, or/and possessing or/and distributing weapons without authorization are severely punished. The People's Militia stockpiles spare rifles for extreme circumstances.
Humanitarian Aid: Sometimes given, provided that the distribution of aid does not put the Omzian Republic itself at a disadvantage.
Immigration Policies: Immigration is allowed for citizens from selected nations, but the procurement of actual citizenship is very difficult. However, the nation welcomes multiculturalism provided if they do not disturb the general sense of Omzian unity and identity.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): No membership in such large alliances and is avoided.
Nuclear Weapons: The nation maintains a large stockpile of around 100,000 tactical nuclear weapobs below 50kT in yield, primarily deployed on surface-to-air missiles, ballistic missile interceptors, tactical cruise missiles, and on strategic bombers. The nation does not maintain expensive nuclear-armed strategic missiles or platforms for such missiles (i.e. ICBMs or ballistic missile submarines). However, active status (officially defined as ready to deploy in the moment's notice) is only assigned to warheads on ballistic missile interceptors. Biological weapons are not maintained, and there is also a sizable stockpile of chemical weapons.
Philosophy: The Omzian Republic strongly encourages freedom, prosperity, respect, and discipline; however, many Omzians also retains a very strong sense of identity and holds even nationalistic views. Fairly isolationist but believes that force can and should be used in the name of Omzian interests. Despite a strict moral standard and the clear corrospondence between such standards and the criminal code, the Omzian Republic is nevertheless a world leader in human rights (especially in the areas of imprisonment only if proven guilty, and absolutely NO torture).
Prostitution: Illegal across the nation; all offenders of participation or encouragement of such act are tried and sent to Reeducation Through Forced Labour.
Religion: Many people in the Omzian nation are either atheist or agnostic, but Christianity, Islam, Judaism, and Buddhism are not rare.
Social Security: A national welfare program exists and aid is given to those that are proven to be in need, but is promised to everyone who has successfully completed the Omzian education curriculum or are underage. In general, homelessness are very rare, though occasionally communities slightly resembling slums in large industrialized nations are not TOO rare.
The UN: For the Omzian citizens, politicians, and military officers, all talks of UN are accompanied with laughter and jokes.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Presidental election per six years and regional elections per four-five years. Voting is restricted to people above the age of twenty-one.
War: The Omzian Republic believes that though peace is still a priority, war is necessary in the interest of Omzian homeland defence, protecting Omzian interests, or/and fulfill obligations made to allies. The Omzian military is an all-volunteer force with high washout rates, and conscription will be considered only in the very dire circumstances; however, in times where the act of homeland defence is conducted, enlistment into the Omzian People's Militia is strongly encouraged. The people of the Omzian military, including officers in particular, are highly respected in the civilian world and are addressed by the rank they hold. Recent conflicts that the Omzian Republic has participated in often affects either Omzian or allied interests.
Omzian military doctrine strongly favours mobility and flexibility over large numbers, and this is backed with a large navy and a huge air force, with a focus on carrier aviation and a gigantic strategic air/bomber arm. The Army is defencive but is heavily mechanized and focuses on mobility, and is suited for the Omzian nation's fairly flat terrain and can conduct offensive operations if necessary. During deployment, rapid deployment forces are generally deployed first (unless such deployment is not in response to an urgent threat). The Omzian military also includes an elite 'Honour Guard' formation as well, while the 'National Guard' serves as a reservist branch of the military. For homeland defence operations, the large Omzian People's Militia is deployed.
Euroslavia
22-07-2005, 21:56
OOC: Whew, took me two hours of solid typing just to get this level of detail. Hope you enjoy it!

OOC: I very much enjoyed reading it, and am thankful you devoted time to this thread (as well as Omz222). Hopefully others will read both of your posts.
Halberdgardia
22-07-2005, 22:47
The Democratic Republic of Halberdgardia
Abortion: Legal.
Alliances: Halberdgardia has alliances with a number of countries, and belongs to a number of collective defense alliances.
Arms Trade: Automatic weapons are illegal for citizens to own, and law enforcement cracks down heavily on illegal arms trafficking.
Death Penalty: Legal, but used only for the most heinous crimes.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Relatively isolationist, preferring not to get involved in most matters of other countries, but may issue statements/commentaries in said matters from time to time.
Drugs: Tobacco products are legal for people 18 and above, but all other drugs (marijuana, heroin, cocaine, Ecstasy, etc.) are illegal, and law enforcement likewise cracks down on the drug trade quite heavily.
Economic System: Capitalist.
Education: Education is a high priority in Halberdgardia, receiving 16% of the budget yearly.
Energy Policy: Fossil fuel power plants are discouraged now that more advanced technology is available; nuclear power plants have been phased out in favor of cold fusion power plants, highly efficient solar panels, and some hydroelectric and windmill power plants.
Environment: The government seeks to strike a balance between industrialization and the environment; for example, a large uranium deposit was recently discovered in Halberdgardia, but mining it would result in the deforestation of a large area, so the government allowed only the mining of areas where deforestation was not necessary.
Euthanasia: Legal only by consent of the patient.
Gay Marriage: Referred to as "civil unions" instead of "marriage," but is legal, and partners are given the same rights as married couples.
Gun Control: Legal to own a weapon if you are 18 or above and have undergone a gun safety course and received a permit.
Humanitarian Aid: Given quite frequently, and in generous amounts.
Immigration Policies: Halberdgardia accepts nearly all immigrants and refugees, unless they are deemed to be a threat or do not meet immigrational standards for whatever reason.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): A former U.N. member, but withdrew following the passing of several economically stifling resolutions. The government believes heavily in the usefulness of collective defense alliances.
Nuclear Weapons: Maintains a small deterrent force of ICBMs, SLBMs, and nuclear-tipped cruise missiles.
Philosophy: Halberdgardia believes strongly in freedom, prosperity, respect, and discipline; however, many Halberdgardians also retain a very strong sense of national identity. Fairly isolationist but believes that force can and should be used in the name of Halberdgardian interests. Believes that some forms of torture can and should be used, where this would assist in saving lives, despite the moral bankruptcy the use of torture implies. However, criminals are otherwise treated fairly, with fair and swift trials with proper representation.
Prostitution: Legal, but this is mostly confined to downtown areas in certain cities (think Las Vegas-type locations)
Religion: The country is predominantly Christian, but there are substantial Jewish and Muslim minorities.
Social Security: Hundreds of billions of dollars are poured into social welfare every year, and a siginificant portion of that goes into Social Security.
The UN: Halberdgardia believes that the U.N. is a good step towards world peace, but is a flawed institution nonetheless. Halberdgardia believes that when an international institution like the U.N. is reduced to passing resolutions like "The Protection of Dolphins Act" that stifle economic development with restrictive boundaries, it does the member nations no good, and so resigned from the U.N. shortly before the passing of that particular resolution.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): There is universal suffrage for all people 18 and above, and voter turnout is high, usually at least 65%-70%, and often higher.
War: Halberdgardia is generally peaceful, preferring diplomacy and peaceful resolutions to armed conflict, but will not shy away from the threat of war. Halberdgardia's moderately-sized army is an all-volunteer force that is equipped with the best equipment and training that the country's defense budget can provide. Halberdgardia has fought three wars in its history: the Saharistan War, the Monitgnac Civil War (clandestine Special Forces support), and the Malkyeri Civil War. However, Halberdgardia has also faced many terrorist threats as well, with the terrorist group Global Jihad being particularly interested in the destruction of Halberdgardia.
Tomzilla
04-08-2005, 03:13
The Eternal Shogunate of Tomzilla
Abortion: Pro-life, viewed as murder unless mother's life is in danger
Alliances:Member of the Imperial Confederacy, not many alliances
Arms Trade: Weapons are freely open to the people, and there is concealed carry allowed, not many crimes done with guns however.
Death Penalty: Allowed for serious crimes.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Right now, Tomzilla is in an isolationist state. Soon to change however.
Drugs: Allowed for use.
Economic System: Capitalistic
Education: High Priority
Energy Policy: Nuclear Power Plants reign supreme, with Solar and Hydro Planst behind it.
Environment: In cases of industrialism, we deforest where it is possible to, but will not destroy the area.
Euthanasia: If is guinely no chance of a person coming back, and said person consents, or next of kin consents, euthanasia is allowed.
Gay Marriage: Right now, gay marriage is barely known in Tomzilla.
Gun Control: Gun control? What is that? Weapons are open to people, and there is concealed carry.
Humanitarian Aid: We give where we believe it is needed.
Immigration Policies: Immigration is allowed, but only X amount per year per nation.
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): Member of UN. Member of IC.
Nuclear Weapons: Moderate nuclear weaponry supplies. Will use if needed.
Philosophy: Strong national pride, identity, nationalism. We like some freedom. Loyalty and honor are greatly thought of. Belief of eye for an eye is used sometimes.
Prostitution: Legal, but only found in deep city areas.
Religion: Mainly Shinto with minority groups of Christians and Jews.
Social Security: Government funded, but not much money is gong into it. Funds are going to it though, and will be increased.
The UN: Needs reform, is somewhat flawed and unreliable.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting starts at age 16, is universal, and voting frequency is around 75-90%
War: We are a warrior at heart nation. Our military is large. If threatened, we will take the challenge and fight to the end. Fought in the Isla-de-Plata liberation war, and the Colerican Civil War.
Hamptonshire
05-08-2005, 21:07
Abortion: Legal, but each Province sets its own rules, regulations and limits.
Alliances: At the present time, the Grand Duchy is involved in a direct alliance with the Nation of Schultaria Prime and several other First Level Allies.
Arms Trade: All corporations are allowed to trade offensive and defensive military technology and equipment not labeled as "Sensitive" or "Crucial to National Security".
Death Penalty: The Charter of the Rights of Citizens (1881) states "Only in cases of severe crimes involving permanent harm, death or incapacitation shall the penality of death be valid." In addition the crimes of Treason, Esponage, and "Attempted Assassination of a Government Figure" are all punishable by the death penality.
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): The Grand Duchy pursues an isolationist diplomatic stance within the guise of pragmatic internationalism.
Drugs: Narcotic substances are banned under Federal Law.
Economic System: Lassiez-faire, free market economy with minimal government intervention and regulation.
Education: Free public education is provided by all Provinces from Pre-School to High School (Grade 12). Public universities and colleges are free, based on merit scholarships. Private schools operate throughout the nation; they are comparable, if not better in some cases, than the Public School system.
Energy Policy: Even with access to ample supplies of fossile fuels, the use of such fuels is highly discouraged. Nuclear fission, geothermal, wind, solar, and hydroelectric powerplants supply the vast majority of Hamptonian businesses and households. Large scale use of biodiesel and Gasohol.
Environment: Minimal Federal regulation.
Euthanasia: Legal in cases of terminal illness.
Gay Marriage: Gay Marriage has been legal since 1881.
Gun Control: Federal and Provincial regulation only exists to ban the sale of offensive handguns, automatic weapons, etc.
Humanitarian Aid: 1.5% of the Federal Budget is allocated to Foreign Humanitarian Aid Programs. Funds are distributed by the Finance Ministry.
Immigration Policies: Immigration is limited to no more than five hundred thousand people per year. All immigrants wishing to apply for residency must pass a proficiency test in either English, French, Danish, Spanish, Arabic, or German. The residency requirement for citizenship application is twelve years (previously two years).
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): At the present time, Hamptonshire is a signatory member of the New Alliance Treaty Organization and the Organization of Maritime Powers. These alliances serve to provide the Grand Duchy with a security blanket and the ability to "power project".
Nuclear Weapons: The Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire maintains a force of several thousand ICBMs with tens of thousands of smaller nuclear munitions. In addition to Hamptonshire, several other allied nations fall under the Hamptonian Nuclear Umbrella.
Philosophy: That which governs least, governs best.
Prostitution: Illegal.
Religion: Official Religion- Roman Catholicism. Freedom of religion has full existed since the Act of Inclusion (1799).
Social Security: No Federally funded social security system for private employees. Several Provinces have such systems. Private businesses are generally required to provide their employees with a pension plan.
The UN: Hamptonshire does not recognize the authority or legitimacy of the UN.
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Voting age is universal to all full Hamptonians citizens 18 years of age and older.
War: Hamptonshire is a generally peaceful nation, however it maintains a disproportionately large military.
Tannenmille
05-08-2005, 21:21
New version:

The Triune Systems of the Sucellan Governance of Tannenmille
Abortion: In extraordinary occasions, such as when the mother's life is threatened
Alliances: SWC, UEA
Arms Trade: Blaster Rifles and heavy weapons illegalized, otherwise yes
Death Penalty: Yes, primarily plasma incineration or firing squad
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Somewhat isolationist, partially open at times
Drugs: Marijuana legal, alcohol taxed, hard drugs illegal
Economic System: Free trade, Capitalizt
Education: Very large cultural role. The priority of defense came before education under the leadership of the late Aven Tannen, but his successor Peffe Tannen will work to change that.
Energy Policy: Hydrogen fuel for vehicles and cold fusion reactors
Environment: Few planets have protected environments, such as the smaller population centres.
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Loose
Immigration Policies: Loose
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): Galactic Empire, Alliance of Naggaroth, United Emperies Alliance
Nuclear Weapons: Obsolete
Philosophy: Free trade / Capitalizt utopia
Religion: No state religion, but most civilians either non-denominational Christian, atheist, or "New Age"
Social Security: Not provided
The UN: Not a member, seen as a stifling and left-wing attempt at a world government
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Age 18, Reichstag elections every six years
War: Seen as necessary against lesser nations under the leadership of Aven Tannen, under Peffe Tannen war will be avoided at all costs.


And then the "code" version for easy copying and pasting:

The Triune Systems of the Sucellan Governance of Tannenmille
Abortion: In extraordinary occasions, such as when the mother's life is threatened
Alliances: SWC, UEA
Arms Trade: Blaster Rifles and heavy weapons illegalized, otherwise yes
Death Penalty: Yes, primarily plasma incineration or firing squad
Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): Somewhat isolationist, partially open at times
Drugs: Marijuana legal, alcohol taxed, hard drugs illegal
Economic System: Free trade, Capitalizt
Education: Very large cultural role. The priority of defense came before education under the leadership of the late Aven Tannen, but his successor Peffe Tannen will work to change that.
Energy Policy: Hydrogen fuel for vehicles and cold fusion reactors
Environment: Few planets have protected environments, such as the smaller population centres.
Euthanasia: Legal
Gay Marriage: Legal
Gun Control: Loose
Immigration Policies: Loose
Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): Galactic Empire, Alliance of Naggaroth, United Emperies Alliance
Nuclear Weapons: Obsolete
Philosophy: Free trade / Capitalizt utopia
Religion: No state religion, but most civilians either non-denominational Christian, atheist, or "New Age"
Social Security: Not provided
The UN: Not a member, seen as a stifling and left-wing attempt at a world government
Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): Age 18, Reichstag elections every six years
War: Seen as necessary against lesser nations under the leadership of Aven Tannen, under Peffe Tannen war will be avoided at all costs.
The Majin Ideal
05-08-2005, 22:50
The Dictatorship of The Majin Ideal

Abortion: Legal. Pro-Choice

Alliances: Part of Gatesville. Other than that, no alliances

Arms Trade: A large section of the arms industry is private, however, all arms are given to the Majin Ideal military and police force. No exportation of arms is allowed. Harsh punishment are used for Arms dealers.

Death Penalty: Practiced often. Political prsoners, traitors, murderers and rapists are hung, draw and quartered. Keel-hauling is used at sea for mutiny.

Diplomatic Stance (Isolationist, Open, etc): We only communicate with other nations when it benefits us.[ /B]

Drugs: Smoking and Alcohol is allowed. All other forms of recreational drugs are illegal. Users, dealers and carriers are sent to prison for 6 months to 12 years

Economic System: Mostly private, but businesses answer to the government

Education: We do encourage a high level of eduacation standards, despite education losing out in favour of Defence in the recent budget.

Energy Policy: Most factories in our industrial centre are run on fossil fuels. However, should an oppurtunity to change that present itself, the we would happily change to a cleaner fuel

Environment: We deforest if there is sufficient reason to (ie: new resources

Euthanasia: Completely legal

Gay Marriage: Completely legal

Gun Control: We do not allow residents to own guns, should they decide to try anything against the government

Humanitarian Aid: Ignored
Immigration Policies: Borders are completely closed except for the transport of munitions

Large Alliances (NATO, RWC, etc): None

Nuclear Weapons: Have not started a Nuclear weapons programme [I]yet[/I

Philosophy: Believe strongly in patriotism and dicipline. Traitors and yobs are treated harshly

Prostitution: Completely illegal. Prostitutes are sent to an all male prison for a month.

Religion: Agnostic, bordering atheistic

Social Security: Neglected

The UN: Opposed to the beurocratic nature of it. It hinders rather than helps

Voting Age & Voting Frequency (if applicable): No elections are held. Political opponents are in-prisoned or executed

War: We are increasing our miliatary strength but we haven't taken part in any military action as of yet