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The Alliance of Oil Exporting Nations
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"In order to maintain economic stability, provide for maximum financial profit, and support the common energy market, we, the Alliance of Oil Exporting Nations hereby pledge to abide by the unified decrees regarding the oil market and its direct linkages. In this world of constant war and petty bickering, it is understood that only though unified progress and continued determination can any nation hope to create a stable and efficient oil market to the world as a whole. Oil, being the most valuable resource our world has to offer, must be managed not by multitudes of fracticious entities, but by a like-minded organization of nations, with the sole purpose of providing stability to the market."

Charter

1. The members of AOEN pledge to maintain the safety and production of all member nations oil facilities. These facilities include, but are not limited to, pipe lines, refineries, drilling sites, offices, ports, docks, tankers, rigs, etc. If these facilities are to come into dangers way through any form of terrorist, international or natural threat, the allied members of AOEN are called to do whatever is nessecary to maintain their existance and effectiveness. Wether it be military, economic or political aid, if it is needed by a member nation, it must be granted.

*NOTE - This article does not state that military, economic nor political aid must be granted to a member nation in the case of war. Though this may indeed be the ruling of the alliance, this article only states that the oil affiliated sites must be protected. Indeed, in the case of war, AOEN Forces may be sent in with the sole objective of safeguarding an oil tanker, leaving the rest of the nation to fight for its own survival. This is not a defensive alliance as much as it is an organization with the mind to dominate the oil market while increasing profits for all member nations.

2. a. A common market. The allied representatives of AOEN will decide on whom oil is, and is not sold to. Nations which are deemed a 'threat' to the economic stability of our market are to be deprived of any foriegn oil whatsoever. Driving up the nations prices to the point that said nation would be forced to withdraw its hostile position. A complete list of nations which are not to be sold to will be compiled, and nation on said list is effectively marked for economic destruction.

b. The common price of oil is to be decided by the board of economics, on which every member nation had a delegate. The common price must be abided by, or said nations refusing would be ejected from the alliance, and forsaken as a hostile entity. While this seems an attempt to control the financial destiny of a nation, it is actually a move to maximize profits in all nations. Lowering foriegn competition will result in the greatest economic advance in all member nations, thus this common price must be established.

3. The establishment of an AOEN Military Directorate. An independent AOEN Force is to be established, under the command of a joint board of representatives. The role of this military force is to be decided, but it should be used not only to protect member nations oil establishments, but destroy those of hostile nations.

4. The International Headquarters of the Alliance is to be located in the International City of Talifax in the extravagant 'Golden Gardens', complement of Helicon Inc. Fully equipped with servitude, protection and equipment, nothing but a representative and a delegate are needed to be sent. No military escort is needed, nor will be permitted.

5. The ability for change. The Charter may be changed with the majority approval of the board of representatives. It is known that with change must come change, thus the charter of our esteemed alliance must be left flexible.

Organization

The Board of Delegates - All member nations must send one (1) delegate to the board to represent his/her nation. The Board of Delegates controls all military aspects of the organization, and elects persons to the positions of 'High Commander', and 'International Delegate'.

The Board of Representatives - All member nations must send one (1) representative to the board to represent his/her nation. The Board of Representatives controls all economic aspects of the organization, and elects five persons to the positions of 'Head of Board'. Members at the 'Head of Board' hold VETO power on any and all actions of the AOEN. A minimal vote of 3/5 is needed to issue a Veto.

-All positions have the duration of (25) NS Years (25 RL Days).

High Commander - N/A
International Delegate - N/A
Head of Board - Theodore Bedford
Head of Board - Xavier Reynolds
Head of Board - N/A
Head of Board - N/A
Head of Board - N/A

Members - The initiation of new members requires a vote of over 50% from the board of representatives, and the supporting vote fo at least 1 Head of Board Member. (All members must produce a minimum of 50,000 bbl's of petroleum/natural gas/oil per day.)

1.The Imperial Coalition of Kroando - Signed Supreme Consul, Marcus Diofax
~2,700,000 bbl's daily
-REP. Fredrick Valin

2.The Helicon Corporation - Signed, CEO, Founder and Primary Holder, Richard Helicon
~42,150,000 bbl's daily
-REP. Xavier Reynolds

3. The Holy Lands of the Infinite Crucible - Signed, President Ottoman
~83,850,000 bbl's daily
-REP. Theodore Bedford

4. Scandinvan Oil Consortium - Signed, CEO of Scandinvan Oil Consortium
~32,500,000 bbl's daily
-REP. Lord Leif

5. The Wolfensburg Oil Company - Signed, CEO of Wolfensburg Oil Company
~5,000,000 bbl's daily
-REP. John Doe

6. Maraque - Signed, Bamidele Tau
~275,000,000 barrels daily
REP. Bamidele Tau

Hostile List of Nations - Exports Banned
N/A

Standard Price of Oil Per Barrel in USD
$40.00

AOEN Issues
- Election(s). 3 Head of Board Positions. 1 High Commander Position. 1 International Delegate Position.
- The Griffencrest Corporation/CA
- Kubran War

AOEN Treasury
260,000 International Shares of Colonial Oil Production/Exporation Co.
$75,500,000,000 USD

Total Military Forces of the AOEN - Locations
47,000 AOEN Marines - Talifax - The Golden Gardens (Helicon)
100,000 CDF-AOEN Marines - The Infinite Crucible (TIC)
50,000 Imperial Veteran AOEN Marines - Scandinvan (Scan)
25 ID-57 Decimators - Talifax - The Golden Gardens (Helicon)

Recent Developtments

- Xavier Reynolds of the Helicon Corporation has been nominated to the position of Head of Board by The Imperial Coaliton of Kroando. If this measure passes, Reynolds will be the first of five HoB. This will give him sole veto power until four other's are selected, four which will have to be from other nations/organizations.

- The Helicon Corporation, under the approval of Richard Helicon, has donated $50,000,000 USD to the AEON International Treasury in Talifax. What exactly is to be done with these funds is as of yet, unclear. It is believed however AEON will be sponsering diplomatic recruitment missions to nations throughout the world, as well as bolstering their potential military strength.

Hello. After recieving an invitation on this thread (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=492519), I have come here seeking membership.

2. a. A common market. The allied representatives of AOEN will decide on whom oil is, and is not sold to. Nations which are deemed a 'threat' to the economic stability of our market are to be deprived of any foriegn oil whatsoever. Driving up the nations prices to the point that said nation would be forced to withdraw its hostile position. A complete list of nations which are not to be sold to will be compiled, and nation on said list is effectively marked for economic destruction.

Looks like plastic sector will lose its supply of oil. I am guessing our nation should create fields of sugar cane too produce alcohol which can be put through a termination reaction to produce the alkenes we need.

Topic - Admission of New Islamabadsville

- Information Required - A Telegram has been sent to New Islamabadsville requesting information regarding

a. The Delegate to be sent to Talifax.
b. The Representative to be sent to Talifax.
c. The amount of oil (in bbl's) New Islamabadsville produces daily. (For idea, Saudi Arabia produced ~9.5 Million bbl's per day)
d. Present Enemies/allies.
e. Affliations with other organizations.

Looks like plastic sector will lose its supply of oil. I am guessing our nation should create fields of sugar cane too produce alcohol which can be put through a termination reaction to produce the alkenes we need.

I see no reason as to why they would lose said supply. Even if placed on the ban list, as of yet AOEN is not in control of the oil market, leaving many other options open... as of yet.

OFFICIAL CORPORATE MESSAGE
TO: Leadership of the Alliance of Oil Exportion Nations
FROM: Mr. Anthony Rossario, CEO Colonial Oil Production/Exporation Co.

We were wondering that, if we joined this organization, do we have to ban exportation to nations that you put on the "Ban List" because they treat your nation bad but treat ours well?

Official Ruling Based on the Questions of Mr. Anthony Rossario

In response to the inquiries of Colonial Oil Production/Exportation Co., it is to be known that this Alliance is not the personal stooge of any one nation, nor organization. No one nation, nor even a minority of nations has the power to place an entity on the 'Ban List', as only an overwhelming majority (75% or more) of the alliance's representatives have the power to deem a nation 'hostile'. No member nation will be forced to halt trade with any nation unless they are a threat to the organization as a whole. No Personal nor private disputes will trigger massive economic sanctions, only unified problems will warrent such action. In conclusion, niether Helicon Inc. nor the Imperial Coalition of Kroando can place a nation on the 'Ban List', but only a ruling of all members can deem any nation as a hostile.

(Basically, this is very Democratic. Only the entire organization as a whole can ban a nation from recieving oil shipments, no one nation can attempt to use the alliance for its personal agenda.)

Recipient: The Alliance of Oil Exporting Nations
Sender: The Holy Lands of The Infinite Crucible

We see this as a wholly beneficial organization to those nations that have been blessed by god to contain a healthy excess of oil. This fact is made even more prominent by the barbaric atrocities that have been committed towards oil exporters in recent days. Due to this we seek to join the AOEN. The Infinite Crucible has been reluctant to export oil in recent years, rather focusing on building up reserves and strengthening infrastructure. However, that process is coming to a close and we are preparing to shift to a primarily export based industry. We hope you consider us for membership in the AOEN.

As far as our representative goes, we would like to appoint Theodore Bedford to the position, should we be accepted that is. Beyond that, we are willing to devote 100,000 members of the CDF, Crucible Defense Force, to the development of the AOEN and its goals, once again assuming we are admitted and you wish the forces deployed. In regards to book keeping, we produce 83,950,000 bbl/d. (don’t know a lot about oil, but I think that is about what my nation would pump out)

Finally we wish to also nominate Mr. Bedford to the position of Head of Board.

Signed,
President Ottoman III

Topic - Admission of The Holy Lands of The Infinite Crucible

Imperial Coalition of Kroando - FOR
The Helicon Corporation - FOR

To The Holy Lands of The Infinite Crucible,

We are glad to inform you that The Holy Lands of The Infinite Crucible have been accepted for membership to AOEN. Mr. Bedford has been prepared residence in the Golden Gardens, and we will expecting him in the coming days. The Alliance is honored to welcome The Infinite Crucible to it's ranks, and hope that our united progress advance all of our nations in the coming years.

Additionally, we appreciate the donation of the CDF, though we currently are not in need of additional forces, we request these soldiers be positioned around areas of high energy value. Regarding Bedford's position as 'Head of Board', the election shall begin once (5) total members have entered the alliance.

Signed,
Board of Representatives

Recipient: The Alliance of Oil Exporting Nations
Sender: The Holy Lands of The Infinite Crucible

We as a nation are deeply honored by our admission and pledge our full support in the coming days and years. Mr. Bedford has departed and should be their shortly. The CDF troops will remain on mobilized alert for the moment. Once again, thank you and may God smile upon both our nations.

Signed,
President Ottoman III

Message to The Alliance of Oil Exporting Nations:

The Scandinvan Oil Consortium is willing to enter into the AOEN and is prepared to join into it fully under the current conditions. This is due to the fact the Consortium currently produces 32.5 million barrels a day and that a number of other oil corporations have defiled other nations in their quest for oil (humph Blackhelm).

To further the alliance we offer 50,000 Imperial Veterans to be available during times of need. Also, we will support the alliance with financial assistance if need be for it.

Yet, we have one question do we need to change the prices of our current dealings with other nations due to joining the alliance or if it would be alright if we kept them at the current prices?

Topic - Admission of The Scandinvan Oil Consortium

Imperial Coalition of Kroando - FOR
The Helicon Corporation - FOR
The Holy Lands of the Infinite Crucible - FOR
3/3 - FOR

To The Scandinvan Oil Consortium,

We are glad to inform you that The Scandinvan Oil Consortium have been accepted for membership to AOEN. We request to know the name of the representative to be sent, as preparations have been made in the Golden Gardens, we will expecting him/her in the coming days. The Alliance is honored to welcome The Scandinvan Oil Consortium to it's ranks, and hope that our united progress advance all of our organizations in the coming years.

Additionally, we appreciate the donation of the Imperial Veterans, though we currently are not in need of additional forces, we request these soldiers be positioned around areas of high energy value.

Regarding the situation of the price of oil per barrel. The AOEN does plan on standardizing a price for the sale of oil, and will expect, in time, for all sales to conform to that set price. The price, though as of yet undecided, will be the financially wisest amount. Although we sympathize with arrangements made in the past, what situation would arise if your organization sold oil to nations at $30 per barrel when the rest of the alliance sold at $90 per barrel. The member nations abiding by the determined amount would be driven into collapse, as all business would be dropped in the intrests of purchasing second hand oil from those nations purchasing from yours. We will expect that in time, all sales be conformed to the determined price. This resolution however, will be given ample time to take effect. (You can gradually change arrangements, nothing rushed.)

Signed,
Board of Representatives

The Holy Lands of the Infinite Crucible - For

(I know its late, but I am for it)

(Wasn't late really, normally I would have waited for your vote, but seeing as of the three members, I control two, I went along and threw in the vote. Now that we have 4 members, I will be waiting for (3) to vote one way before members are admitted.)

Just a side note - Whenever a new member is applying, throw in your vote either FOR or AGAINST admittance.

Alright, then we are willing to accept the terms of the alliance and increase the price of oil in due time, with the only exception of those that had priory purchased the oil and are having the oil pumped to them over a predetermine period of time. Yet, we request that in our own Empire that we will be allowed to maintain the price of oil in our own nation at their current levels.

As for the soldiers we will hold back our soldiers for a time until they are needed by the alliance and for now they will be used to defend our own interests..

As well, we do recognize the fact that oil prices must be maintained at similar levels due to sheer necessity.

Also, our rep will be Lord Leif.

Signed,
CEO of Scandinvan Oil Consortium

Topic - Concluding Arrangements

As it would be unwise to plague ones own nation with arguably excessive oil prices, the international sale price will not apply to member nations of the alliance. Any nation may sell oil inside their own country for whatever price they see fit. We are glad that these measures could be reached, and look forward to future economic growth.

Signed,
Board of Representatives.

The Consortium thanks you for allowing us into the organization and thank you for the measures that you have made. As well, we have no further questions.

Thanks,
CEO of the Scandinvan Oil Consortium

Talifax, The Golden Gardens

Valin, the Coalitionist Representative to the Alliance was the first of the four men into the large room, one hosting a massive oaken oval-shaped table... one obviously meant for a much larger group. The large window overlooking the court yard displayed an exotic land scape, with palm trees, wild plants and savage animals dotting the area. The Golden Gardens were a very unusual place, a rich mixture between raw nature and splended luxury... however the most unusual, and iconic portion of the Gardens was the large golden fountain at it's entrance... one which ejected oil. Black, thick, rich oil ran through the pipes as the substance spewed out as if it were water...

As the men took their seats at the table, each would notice a glass of black liquid, one which looked like oil. "Oh this is cute... what is it? Rich coffee?", laughed Valin, questioning Reynolds, the Helicon Rep. As he sipped the liquid, it was immidately spit from his mouth, sending the liquid into a spray throughout the air. "Holy shit... thats feckin oil!", shouted the stunned Rep., looking in question to the other men. "That it is...", Reynolds continued, watching two servants rush over to clean up the mess, and replace his glass of oil. "Well, I believe we have some issues to address..."

Issues
- Election of (2) Head of Board Positions. Current Nominees - Xavier Reynolds of the Helicon Corporation ; Theodore Bedford.
- The Griffencrest Corporation. Our Position. They are blatantly aggressive against any nation which challenges their business, and could potentially be a threat to AOEN. So... what's our stance? Beat em to shit? Ignore em? Or invite them?
- The Kubran War. A war over oil. They have it, everyone wants it. We can send a force to stake our own claims, possibly increasing our own output at the expense of the Kubranese.
- The Standard Price of Oil Per Barrel. We're gonna need to figure this out sooner or later... why not start now. Any suggestions?

Bedford sat at the table eying the black liquid that mulled in the glass before him. He was contemplating taking a sip when another delegate, Valin, beat him to it and was soon sputtering the black oil all over the table. The delegate could not help but raise an eye at this, oil on the table... in a glass none the less! He smiled slightly then turned his attention to the business at hand, now was not the time for idle musings.

He looked up at his fellow delegates and slowly began to speak:

“If I may,” he paused and waited for a nod, “thank you. As far as elections go I do not feel entirely fit speaking on the topic, firstly due to my candidacy, and second due to our currently limited membership. However, if we are to vote, I do feel that I would be a valid choice, not only due to decent chunk of oil my nation controls, but also our military contribution.

On the issue of Griffencrest, I must state that I have to look into it further. I am sure my country can supply me with an intelligence briefing, or you can if expediency is desirable. As far as military action goes, I do not feel it is wise at the moment, if for no other fact than I feel military action in the Kubra conflict would be wise, and it is never a good idea to fight on two fronts.

I believe we should join the Kubran conflict provided it is seen as economically viable. I think working together, especially with the aid of future members we could all stand to be a nice bit richer.

Finally, the standard price of oil. I think at the moment we must remain competitive on the market, at least until we are the market. While our nation has done very little exporting as of yet, I think both Mr. Leif and Mr. Reynolds can provide us with their standard prices and using that in addition to other price intelligence we can formulate a good solid tag for our goods.”

OOC: I am going to go check out Griffencrest and the Kubran war

Talifax, The Golden Gardens

"Well it appears to me...", started Valin, standing from his seat, still eyeing the glass of oil... "That the Kubrans simply declared that they were in the possession of oil... and within a few days, three nations had declared war." Valin continued walking around the room, always staring at the glass. "Fair? Of course not... but what is in our world? Its a place of eat or be eaten. Kill or be killed. The bottom line is that this is an opportunity, an opportunity for us to either take it, or incorporate it. If they have oil, we could invite them to AOEN, hook them in. We send a force to drive out the invaders, and build our own presence inside the country... or...", Valin continued, stopping dead. "We could follow the course of action my government supports... taking the entire nation by force and killing anyone in our way."

Reynolds chuckled, checking his pocket watch, "Ill vote for assissting the Kubrans, granted we have a detailed contract signed assuring us that once we aid them, not only shall they join the AOEN, we will all get a piece of the pie."

"As to the election... I will support Mr. Bedford's nomination...", spoke Reynolds, quickly followed by Valin, "As will I."... Reynolds continued without pause, "And with the votes of the Helicon Coporation and the Coalition... in addition to your own vote, that grants the nessecary 3/4 vote for election to the position of Head of Board... congradulations.", concluded the man, looking to Valin, whom shortly began speaking. "I also grant my support to Mr. Reynolds... and with his own support, we seek one more vote to secure the second position as Head of Board."

(Ill let you look into Griffencrest... im really not to sure on the situation, but it seems he sends Merc's to destroy oil facilities of other nations.)

Lord Leif studying the debate decided at last to speak and said,” On the interests of the Consortium I must agree that taking part in the war in Kurban will be in our best interests and to be on Kurban’s side will be easiest. In return those giving us a part of their oil supplies will be in the interest of the Alliance.

Yet, on Blackhelm the Consortium believes action should be taken against them as they threaten the interests of ourselves and of the Alliance. As well, they have threatened the interests of ourselves and the sanctity of the Empire. Also, they acted to violate a allied state of the Empire and they have refused to dislodge themselves from that nation. (link to that thread: http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=488742)

As for the price of oil the Consortium’s price for oil is $40.00 per barrel.”

OOC: I'm gone for a day, and an alliance forms against me. I must say, I'm flattered boys. Really I am.

(The purpose of the alliance was not to destroy Griffencrest... it was to dominate the oil market. This Alliance is not so much an 'Anti-You', as much as it is a bigger, stronger version of you. I actually proposed letting you in, but apperantly thats not going to work... so, plan B... kill you...)

Talifax, The Golden Gardens

"$40.00 seems a suitable initial price. If all member nations begin selling at this pittance, we will become a highly competitive operator, and over time, drive out much foriegn competition. Once this competition has been stamped out, and our numbers have grown, we can raise the price as high as we like... sixty... eighty... one hundred dollars a barrel. But for the moment, a $40 barrel of oil seems like it will both produce sufficient profit and keep us at the top of the competitive level... The Helicon Corporation will support this measure.", concluded Reynolds.

"As will the Coalition...", finished Valin. Reynolds nodded, moving on to the next topic. "We seem to all be in agreement on the Kubran War... now all that is left is to assemble a force and offer a proposal. I will see to it that 75,000 Mercenaries are deployed... and an additional $150,000,000 is contributed to the cause." Valin interrupted, "The Coalition will donate 450 ID-57 Decimators and a total of 650,000 men, as well as some 200 Halcon Stealth Fighters, thirteen Cadiz Class SSBN's, three Nimitz Aircraft Carriers and nine Tenerife Class SSBN's... we will of course need an assemblage of Commanders. I suggest one from each donating party."

Reynolds continued, displeased with the interuption. "We should handle this before our... engagement with Griffencrest. I nominate Mr. Bedford to negotiate our entry into the Kubran Conflict... as the only acting Head of Board, he is by far the most qualified. If he could be so kind as to issue our proposal to the Kubrans, we can begin assembling our force."

Total Forces Dedicated to the Kubran War

Commander Kalrick Von Dicen
725,000 Infantry
450 ID-57 Decimator MBT's
200 Halcon Stealth Fighters
13 Cadiz Class SSBN's
3 Nimitx Class Carriers
9 Tenerife Class SSBN's

Commander Olaf
180,000 Soldiers
1650 Abram Tanks
480 F-18s
16 Destroyers
12 Frigates
8 Light Cruisers
1 Heavy Cruiser

(Equiptment Fielded) (http://s14.invisionfree.com/Kroando_Tech_Inc/index.php?act=idx)

Nodding his head in agreement Lord Leif then said,” That price the Consortium wills support as well. Also, we believe that we should never inflate prices too heavily if we gain a monopoly on the global oil exporting market.

The Consortium will contribute its own forces to the conflict in the sake of our own interests and of those of the Alliance. Furthermore, we will supply 28 billion USD to the cause of the upcoming campaign in Kurban. As for the leader of our forces in this conflict we shall supply Commander Olaf to lead our forces and also a staff of officers for the conflict to be used by the Alliance as they see fit.”

Forces Contributed:

180,000 Soldiers
1650 Abram Tanks
480 F-18s
16 Destroyers
12 Frigates
8 Light Cruisers
1 Heavy Cruiser

OOC: Have been at the beach all day.

IC:
Mr. Bedford nodded in agreement as each delegate spoke. He smiled, as he often did, these were a smart bunch of men and he was glad to be with them rather than against them. When the discussion turned to him he wasted no time speaking up:

“$40.00 seems like an extremely reasonable price to begin with and I must agree with everyone that in these early stages we must remain nimble and competitive.

As far as the Kubran conflict is concerned, I full heartedly agree, and am honored that you would nominate me to be the spokesperson for the AOEN. I will approach the Kubrans with this deal. We shall come to their aid and save them from almost certain destruction, and in return we request that they join the AOEN and give us all a small piece of their oil market. While I would always love to extort such a defenseless nation I think it would be wise to still leave the majority of their market in their own control. Not only does this paint us as the “good guys” but beyond that it does help us to gain another loyal member which only increases our power. I do not think it would be wise to breed distress within the ranks at the moment. However, what do you all think?

Beyond that The Infinite Crucible will be supplying 100 billion to the conflict initially and will give more should it be needed in the future. We will also deploy a sizable chunk of the CDF.

1,00,000 CDF Troopers
4,000 MBT
7,000 LBT
1,000 Mobile Artillery Systems
2,000 Mobile Missile Systems
10,000 APC’s
15,000 Transport Helicopters
15,000 Assault Helicopters
1 Super-Dreadnaught
15 Carriers
10 Battleships
50 Destroyers
50 Frigates
40 Cruisers
80 Attack Submarines
2,000 Air superiority Fighers
500 Bombers
500 Stealth Bombers
1,000 Multi-role Attack Craft
Additional supply line and infrastructure support
Classified Elements

We take pride in our military, and we make sure that conflicts that we begin can be ended swiftly.”

OOC: I will go propose the deal to kubra, and maybe give them a heads up of what will be involved.

The Golden Gardens, Talifax

Reynolds sat silent, nodding as Mr. Bedford spoke, not raising the slightest bit of opposition to what seemed to be a concluded point. That was until a messanger approached him from behind. The black suited man, whom had himself recieved some sort of phone call through his ear piece, crouched next to the sitting Reynolds and relayed some very... disturbing news. Placing his glasses before his eyes, he read from a small note card that had been handed to him, waiting for Bedford to finish. "Gentlemen... it appears as if we may have a slight problem...", grumbled Xavier, exaiming the specifics of the card. "There are... rumors... that the Corporate Alliance may be preparing to take action against us... I am not, as of yet sure on the authenticity of these reports, but I am told this is a very real threat.", concluded the nervous man. "Perhaps we should look a little deeper into this before plunging ourselves into Kubra."

(But ya, we're all in agreement regarding Kubra, unless im misunderstanding Scan., which I dont think I am.)

Lord Leif keeping his calm mind set responded to the news by saying,” To the Corporate Alliance is that we should not fear them in battle because we have superior numbers of soldiers, money, oil, resources, arms, technology, and many other things to which we can use against this new foe. The only thing that I must say is that we must look out for Blackhelm as they will use any means necessary to achieve victory even use chemical and biological agents to do so.’

OOC: Sorry, about the confusion, but I do support an incursion into Kubra.

Bedford looked over at Lord Leif:

"I have no doubt that should war be brought to our collective doorsteps we will crush the pathetic Corporate Alliance. However, for the moment we must fight the Kubran war. Ready yourselves for the message has been sent and we may be soon tasked with the defense of the Kubrans.

We can not ignore the corporate threat, I believe we should begin to discuss possible covert actions that can be taken in the mean time."

OFFICIAL CORPORATE COMMUNICATION
http://usera.imagecave.com/CaptainDeath/Flags/ColonialOilCo.gif
TO: Leadership of the Alliance of Oil Exporting Nations
FROM: Board of Directors, Colonial Oil Production/Exportation Co.

In a vote of 4 to 1, we will have to decline your invitation to join your alliance. We feel that we don't need an alliance telling us what we should do with the production of our oil resources. We appologize for this inconvenience but we will discuss the possibility of joining your organization at a later date. We thank you for your cooperation.

The Golden Gardens, Talifax

"Agreed.", declared Valin, in a manner granting nearly no respect to the military capabilities of the 'Coroporate Alliance'. "Their nations are ill numbered... ill equipped, and ill lead. I am afraid to say there is simply nothing they can possibly hope to do to us without risking the destruction of their organization as a whole.", Valin took his seat, lighting a cigar. "We must progress with our action in Kubra. If the Corporate Alliance sees it fit to bring about it's own destruction, then so be it... we shall strike them down as they come. Now, let us send our men into Kubra."

Reynolds nodded, crumbling the note card, throwing it into a waste bin at his side. "Alright then...", concluded Xavier, reading another telegram before him. "What is that?", questioned the Coalitionist Representative. "Oh nothing... just another company that wants to be driven from the oil business.", responded the Helicon Rep., throwing the second telegram away in turn.

Lord Leif responded to the statement by replying,” Then let it be and for the Alliance’s involvement in Kurba commence. The Consortium shall place the soldiers and weapons we have given to the conflict to be placed under the command of the Alliance and they shall be lead by our appointed commander though.”

Mr. Bedford received a small notice, and began to frown. He looked up at his fellow representatives. It would seem we have been presented with yet another opportunity. Take a look at this (http://www.forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=492928).

Within minutes another notice arrived. It detailed that the Blackhelm Confederacy had backed down. It also displayed at Wolfensburg was seeking application to the AOEN.

“Assuming that Wolfensburg makes the wise choice and decides to join the AOEN, I vote in favor of his application.”

(Been at work all day... nice to see we've stayed involved.)

Talifax, The Golden Gardens

"This is an opportunity my friends... an opportunity to not only take this emerging Comapny under our wing, but establish the international respect we so fully deserve.", Reynolds declared, quickly issuing his position. "Griffencrest has backed down I hear... they have backed down to a nation of AOEN... they have backed down to AOEN. We are strong enough to break them... and I think they know this. Let us drive our flag into the company, and equally through the heart of the Corporate Alliance.", finished Xavier, stating his support for the admission of the Wolfensburg Oil Company. "For."

"For.", added Valin, granting the nessecary 3/4 vote for admission to AOEN. "I suggest we send a support force to show these... Corporate menaces that any incursion into the Comapny's soil will be taken as action against the alliance."

(Basically, if Wolf accepts, hes in. Scan, if you have any objections, say so when ya get on, and we'll go back and reconsider.)

Mr. Bedford released a hearty laugh as yet another notice came to him. It would seem we have the opportunity to get yet another member, this one quite a bit stronger than Wolfensburg. I have dispatched a notice to their company and am waiting for a response. Here is the information on the matter (http://www.forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?p=11417757&posted=1#post11417757).

After a few hours, yet another notice arrived. This one detailing that once again the CA chose to threaten an oil producing nation.

Lord Leif responded,” For the strength of the Alliance to grow will most likely be a good thing as it would increase our control on the global oil supplies and will provide the Alliance with more resources to strength it. Thus, the Consortium will have no objections Wolfensburg Oil Company to join and we will even support their entry.”

The Golden Gardens, Talifax

As the meeting ensued, Valin was interrupted by a man carrying yet another notice, quickly handing it to the tiring diplomat. "What? Whats this? Argh... damned hippies...", grumbled the stern man as he toar open the envelope, growling. Withdrawing his reading glasses and reading the notice, Valin's eyes widened. "Well now... it seems as if... the Coalition has went to war with the Blackhelm Confederacy and Griffencrest... and they are requesting all economic trade by suspended with the nation... all in favor, say I...", stated Valin, in a more question like form than that of a decleration, he himself quite shocked by the notice.

FROM: Emperor Jovan Norris
TO: The AOEN

Greetings,

As a nationstate of high oil production I believe that my nations membership in this organization would be beneficial to the highest degree. Therefore I would henceforth like to apply.

Thank you,
Emperor Jovan Norris, Secular Empire of Maraque

The Golden Gardens, Talifax

Reynolds, apperantly playing a Game Boy during a lull in the discussion, toar open a envelope containing a notice, an application to the organization. "Hell, why not. For."

Valin looked up from his laptop, from which he accessed various military sites regarding the Blackhelm Confederacy. "Eh? Oh ya... For."

(Just tell us the Rep.you plan on sending/how many bbl's your nation produces daily and you're pretty much in... unless the other members have a problem, you're good. Oh, and I understand you have no military to speak of. I suggest highering private military contractors, even though AOEN will provide security forces.)

Production: 275,000,000 barrels daily
Representative: Bamidele Tau

To: Theodore Bedford
CC: Xavier Reynolds
From: *@J#&#(@#*)#&#*&@ (Basically you don't know)
Dear sirs, just a nice tidbit of information for you to know. Although Illior doesn't broadcast it too publicly, it has been seen recently its protection of other nation's sovereignties when they were invaded, and as such invite you to use that policy to your advantage if you end up being invaded for imperialist purposes.
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Signed
*@J#&#(@#*)#&#*&@
OOC: I'm tired of imperialists...

Mr. Bedford raised an eye at the small notice he received from an unknown source. Despite being rather puzzled he was pleased that there were forces out there that looked kindly on the AOEN. One it painted them as the good guys, and beyond that should the AOEN ever have to make an... unpopular decision it was less likely to draw criticism.

As far as the vote for admitting the newest applying nation, he looked up, “For.”

Things were going slowly at the moment, but he knew they would pick up.

A few moments another massager came running into the room with a folded piece of paper. He handed it to Mr. Bedford. A smile immediately shot across Mr. Bedford's face.

"It seems that the Kubran conflict may come to peaceful end, and that a cease-fire has almost been negociate. I believe that we should be ready to contact Kubra in the near future to make sure they hold up their end of the bargain.”