NationStates Jolt Archive

The tension was palpable. In the vast expanse of the National Assembly, the hundreds of assembled delegates exchanged bemused glances and hushed whispers, utterly puzzled and more than a bit perturbed. It was barely 6:00 A.M.; the Generalissimo had never called a meeting this early. Nor had he ever called one on such short notice. Generally, meetings were scheduled at least a week in advance, not held at a moment's notice. The gravity of the situation was lost upon no one. When the Generalissimo entered, everyone broke out into obligatory applause, but still there was apprehension. Was he going to tell them something terrible? Would there be a purge? Was the country going to war.

The Generalissimo motioned for them to stop applauding, and they ceased immediately. When he smiled, their fears were alleviated slightly; yet, it was a very serious, almost grim, smile.

"My fellow citizens," he said, his voice flat and serene, almost entranced. He sounded as if he were emerging from a deep hypnosis. "We stand before the pinnacle of a new era. We have emerged, like the allegorical phoenix, from the ashes of ruin and despair. We have endured unimaginable hardship and strife, and throughout it all, persevered with a zeal and courage that can only be described as revolutionary. However, the past is now forever redundant. The days of Roach-Busters are forever over. We will now wipe the slate clean, begin totally anew, and bring forth a revolution...the likes of which have never been accomplished at any time in the world.

By the powers vested in me by the Constitution of the Stratocratic Republic of Maghda, I, Generalissimo J.L., do hereby decree this to be Day One, Year One, of a brand new era. We shall not only begin our nation, but history itself, anew.

I hreby declare a radicalization of the Maghdan Revolution...a revolution of the revolution. The changes we inaugurate will forever transform, completely and irrevocably, the very face of our nation.

Our revival must, at heart, be one of the spirit. Spiritually we must be born anew, like children first entering the world.

We will accomplish a uniqueness and individuality setting us completely apart from every other place on Earth. We will fully repudiate all foreign cultures and ideologies and establish a new, genuine, authentic Magdhan identity.

All languages will be replaced by a new, indigenous Maghdan language, of my own creation. It may take several years, but once it is complete, mastery of this language will be compulsory for all citizens.

All major religions - Christianity, Judaism, Islam, Buddhism - all imports. None are indigenous to Maghda, none are authentically Magdhan. All churches, synagogues, mosques, and temples are to be closed down immediately. I decree that all citizens are to convert to indigenous tribal religions that predate the arrival of settlers, on a temporary basis, while a new Magdhan religion is formulated.

No foreign ideology will ever take root in Magdha. Capitalism, Communism...they are all the same. We repudiate them all equally. Our ideology calls for the rejection of ideology, for ideology is itself a social construct contrived for no purpose but to polarize the peoples of the world. We will be neither left-wing, nor right-wing, nor even centrist - we will only be Magdhans.

Total independence - economic, social, political, cultural - is our utmost goal. Therefore, all industries, concessions, enterprises, all properties which are currently owned by foreigners will be turned over to private Magdhan ownership.

All citizens of every age are required to defend to the Revolution by any means necessary, even to the death. All citizens will undergo military and paramilitary training; undertake political education courses; and perform obligatory civic work programs for no less than 15 hours every week. Maximum time, effort, and energy will be expended in pursuing the Revolution...no amount of blood, sweat, toil, or tears will be too much...total independence, total Revolution, is what will be attained, no matter the cost.

This is the beginning of a new era: An era of eternal Revolution!"

The briefest of silences held the crowd before everyone arose and broke out into thunderous applause.

In Jemhadara, A border nation to Maghda, worry ruled the armed command. JL behavior was becoming more and more erratic, and quite frankly, insane. With the "revolution of the revolution" most Jemhadarans were worried that soon would come aggression, and war. War that could be hardly afforded. All forts on the Maghdan border were moved to yellow alert, and fully staffed.

"The people of Jemhadara have nothing to fear. It is neither our intent nor our desire to spread the Revolution beyond our borders. Provided Jemhadara respects Magdhan sovereignty, relations will be cordial. However, should you attempt to obstruct our Revolution, the consequences will be of the likes for which you cannot be prepared."

Generalissimo J.L.

OOC: lets say just for the sake of fun that the Greal company Look Inc had a bunch of factroies in Madgha, is that alright? That way my company will proest at your taking over of my factories.

{OOC: Go for it. :)}

The message was received but met with massive skepticism. The army was moved from the fortresses, and watch points on the shared border, but they were kept in the nearby cities, under the excuse of running war games.

Official Look Inc. Message

Look Inc strong protests this latest change in Magdha. We currently own 135 buildings in Magdha, and the buildings turn out a large amount of electronics and arms every month. I myself, have a house in the capitol city, and I do not wish for it to be taken over without my permission.

regards,
Look Inc CEO
Nick Saller

OOC: Notes: Nick Saller is Greal's richest person, and Look Inc has a private army of 500,000.

"The martial presence along our border clearly constitutes hostility. I will be blunt: Magdha does not seek truculence, but peace. I ask - nay, demand - that the Jemhadaran units be re-deployed to their bases of origin."

Generalissimo J.L.

"Mr. Saller,

In the interest of upholding property rights, I promise that you shall be justly compensated for the loss of your property - provided that the new acquirers of your property consent."

Generalissimo J.L.

Sayenna, Hamilay
19 Adelaide St.
Koch Pharmaceuticals Incorporated

Dr Harrison looked at the press report, stunned. "Those two-timing bastards!" he shouted to his assistant, who had brought him the unwelcome news. "Thank God they did it now, though, before we tossed huge piles of money at them. Wankers."

"Quite, sir."

"Ring up the CFO and tell him the Maghda business is off. I'll have to speak to the board, see if you can get a meeting for this afternoon." The assistant nodded and left, leaving the doctor to briefly ponder the future of his career. He decided that he should be all right, since the company hadn't lost anything, though this wouldn't look too good on a CV. Another week though...

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Encrypted Company Communication
FROM: Koch Pharmaceuticals International Relations Department
TO: Government of Maghda

We note the recent announcement of 'total independence' in Maghda with regret. As you have stated that all foreign-owned properties will be seized, Koch Inc. must unfortunately call off our plans to invest in your nation. We hope you will understand.

Dr. Martin Harrison
Department of International Relations
Koch Pharmaceuticals

To: Maghan Command


"Our troops are conducting planed war games, that were planed, and prepared far before your nation began its Revolution"

"We understand. The total independence for such we aspire requires the absence of foreign investment. Self-sufficiency is our aim."

Generalissimo J.L.

To: Maghan Command


"Our troops are conducting planed war games, that were planed, and prepared far before your nation began its Revolution"

"Then relocate them to a more suitable location to conduct your so-called war games."

Generalissimo J.L.

"Mr. Saller,

In the interest of upholding property rights, I promise that you shall be justly compensated for the loss of your property - provided that the new acquirers of your property consent."

Generalissimo J.L.

Official Look Inc Message

We are very disappointed with your nation. We have invested 50 billion USD in Magdha. And provided tens of thousands of jobs to Magdha's people, and you "kick" us out of your nation.

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

{OOC: And yes, I do have something planned. This is definitely going somewhere. If anyone's interested, please hit me up on MSN: i_hate_msn_a_lot@hotmail.com}

"Mr. Saller,

When it comes to defending the Revolution, no wrongs can be committed. What I did was perfectly acceptable and just. Nay, it was morally required."

Generalissimo J.L.

"Then relocate them to a more suitable location to conduct your so-called war games."

Generalissimo J.L.


To: Maghan Command


"We are not going to force a change in our nation, due to the demands of the New Maghan govenment."

"Due to the instransigence of the Jemhadaran government, I am temporarily recalling our ambassador. Our border will be closed until further notice."

Generalissimo J.L.

To: Maghan Command


"So be it"

"This is your first and last warning: The first sign of a border conflagration, however trivial, will mean all-out war. A war which you do not have the means of surviving, let alone winning."

Generalissimo J.L.

"Mr. Saller,

When it comes to defending the Revolution, no wrongs can be committed. What I did was perfectly acceptable and just. Nay, it was morally required."

Generalissimo J.L.

Official Look Inc Message

Then we demand a repayment of 75 billion USD from your nation, or let us continue to do our work and provide your people with jobs.

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

OOC: Sent Magdha a email

"This is your first and last warning: The first sign of a border conflagration, however trivial, will mean all-out war. A war which you do not have the means of surviving, let alone winning."

Generalissimo J.L.

To: Generalissimo J.L.


"Let this be a warning to you, General. If even one of your jackboots steps into Jemhadara, you will be one of the first to die"

To: Generalissimo J.L.


"Let this be a warning to you, General. If even one of your jackboots steps into Jemhadara, you will be one of the first to die"

"We urge Jemhadara to reconsider. Magdha would trounce your nation in a second."

Minister of Foreign Affairs
Raul Riddle

Official Look Inc Message

Then we demand a repayment of 75 billion USD from your nation, or let us continue to do our work and provide your people with jobs.

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

OOC: Sent Magdha a email

"You are in no position to make demands of my nation, my people, or myself. Good day, Mr. Saller."

Generalissimo J.L.

{OOC: Responded.}

To: Generalissimo J.L.


"Let this be a warning to you, General. If even one of your jackboots steps into Jemhadara, you will be one of the first to die"

"Bold words for a nation a tiny fraction of our size. Or should I say...suicidal words."

Generalissimo J.L.

"You are in no position to make demands of my nation, my people, or myself. Good day, Mr. Saller."

Generalissimo J.L.

{OOC: Responded.}


We will not transfer our property then.

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller


(OOC: I'm not getting a new message in my inbox, what about telegraming?)

"You are, and you will. You will comply fully with Magdhan law or suffer the consequences."

Generalissimo J.L.

{OOC: Sure, that would be fine.}

"Bold words for a nation a tiny fraction of our size. Or should I say...suicidal words."

Generalissimo J.L.

To: Generalissimo J.L.


"The suicide will be brought by actions, not words, YOUR actions"

"You are, and you will. You will comply fully with Magdhan law or suffer the consequences."

Generalissimo J.L.

Look Inc then demands to be compensated for the loss of land to the civilians.

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

To: Generalissimo J.L.


"The suicide will be brought by actions, not words, YOUR actions"

"You do realize that we have a vast nuclear arsennal and a military larger than your total population, yes?"

Generalissimo J.L.

Look Inc then demands to be compensated for the loss of land to the civilians.

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

"No."

Generalissimo J.L.

To: Generalissimo J.L.

"That does not mean we won't have your head on a pike before any war is over"

"No."

Generalissimo J.L.

"Then we have a perfectly good reason to stay where we are."

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

OOC: Sent you a telegram.

"My palace alone is better defended than your entire nation."

Generalissimo J.L.

"My palace alone is better defended than your entire nation."

Generalissimo J.L.

To: Generalissimo J.L.


"So you think"

"Then we have a perfectly good reason to stay where we are."

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

OOC: Sent you a telegram.

"We will forcibly evict you, if need be."

Generalissimo J.L.

To: Generalissimo J.L.


"So you think"

"Statistics prove that I am right. Compare your overall defense budget - hell, your overall GDP - to the amount I spend on my personal defense."

Generalissimo J.L.

"We will forcibly evict you, if need be."

Generalissimo J.L.

"Good day, and try to do that."

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

Look Inc security guards and troops that guarded the factroies armed themselves for battle.

OOC: New telegram.

"Statistics prove that I am right. Compare your overall defense budget - hell, your overall GDP - to the amount I spend on my personal defense."

Generalissimo J.L.

To: Generalissimo J.L.


"All the money in the world cant protect you from one bullet, one drop, one bomb, one cough, one prick, one stab"

"Good day, and try to do that."

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

Look Inc security guards and troops that guarded the factroies armed themselves for battle.

OOC: New telegram.


[Encoded Messaged Sent]
To: Look Inc. CEO Nick Saller


From: Jemhadara Command


Your workers and forces are welcome in Jemhadara if you need to retreat.

[Encoded Messaged Sent]
To: Look Inc. CEO Nick Saller


From: Jemhadara Command


Your workers and forces are welcome in Jemhadara if you need to retreat.

Encrypted message to Jemhadara command

Look Inc accepts this offer. May we have permission to deploy 40,000 men on your land to help defend our factories in your nation, and defend your government buildings?

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

To: Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

That is acceptable.
Note, that most of your interests, are near the border with Magdha.
This might put them at risk.

Encrypted message to Jemhadara command

We will defend them along with the border. Troops are heading to your nation as we speak. Air transports will be landing shortly.

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

To: Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller


Understood.
Fortresses on the border are being prepped as we speak.

"Good day, and try to do that."

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

"Watch me."

Generalissimo J.L.

To: Generalissimo J.L.


"All the money in the world cant protect you from one bullet, one drop, one bomb, one cough, one prick, one stab"

"If you truly believe an attempt on my life could ever succeed, you are gravely mistaken. I have survived literally hundreds of such attempts."

Generalissimo J.L.

"Watch me."

Generalissimo J.L.

"Sure, whatever."

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

OOC: Waiting for your move, gotta go.

Official Announcement of the CBBC Corporation:

It is good that we run our outlets in Magdha purely on the franchise system, owned exclusively by locals.

"If you truly believe an attempt on my life could ever succeed, you are gravely mistaken. I have survived literally hundreds of such attempts."

Generalissimo J.L.

No message was sent back, all communication links to Magdha were closed. Assassination plans were beginning to be made, just in case.

"Sure, whatever."

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

OOC: Waiting for your move, gotta go.

{OOC: Later.}

IC:

"Your people have 24 hours to comply, or they will face arrest and deportation."

Generalissimo J.L.

No message was sent back, all communication links to Magdha were closed. Assassination plans were beginning to be made, just in case.

The Generalissimo, however, interpreted the silence differently. Heh, bastards finally realized what they were up against, eh? He had more pressing matters to deal with, anyway, namely getting plastered.

Official Statement from the Most Serene Imperial Office of the Logotheth of the Drome & the Dian Republic's External Division and State Department of Foreign Affairs and International Relations

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Let it be known that ICCD recognizes the right of any sovereign state to make internal self determinations, and facilitate their own law in a way which is for the common good of all people.

ICCD however must condemn the outmost repression of the peoples rights to conscience beleif and self determined expression in manners which do not violate the fundamental principle of rights of humankind.

ICCD hereby extends refugee status to all Citizens that come under the stated jurisdiction of the Magdhan policies that so unrightously inhibit fundamentals of those most humane standards and intentions of governance.

ICCD hereby places a hold on all Magdhan holdings in Dian Territories, be they accounts, real objects, shipping or any other moveables, and any real estate deeds or and thus voids all contracts of Magdhans which are in anyway related to ICCD lest the Dian Party or party petition Dian courts wishes that contract to remain valid on the basis of due process in facilitating fair completion of the contract.

Likewise all Magdhan ships shall be sunk or commondered on sight and all Maghan aircraft of any nature shall be forced to land or be blown from the skies.

Likewise all of Magdhan territories shall be seen as a free range for testing of military equipment and arsenals, biological pathogens and export products that have yet to be tested on animals or human guinea pigs.

We do hope that Magdhan people change those policies that so unjustly create a society which is offensive by its very nature.

To Clarify,

ICCD does not yet see the need for war, so do not take that release as an official declaration of war.

"Whatever policies we decide upon will be determined by the self-interests of the nation, not by world opinion."

Dr. Joe M. Rothman
Commissioner of External Relations and International Cooperation

{OOC: Later.}

IC:

"Your people have 24 hours to comply, or they will face arrest and deportation."

Generalissimo J.L.

"We will stay where we are."

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller


OOC: I'll start the tour thread right now. Is that alright?

{OOC: Sure.}

IC:

"Very well. I will provide compensation, on the condition that you leave immediately."

Generalissimo J.L.

{OOC: Sure.}

IC:

"Very well. I will provide compensation, on the condition that you leave immediately."

Generalissimo J.L.

"Fine, we will leave immediately."

[signed]

Look Inc. CEO
Nick Saller

OOC: Thread is being made

{OOC: Okay.}

(OOC: Thread is up. http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=551777)

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“Your father knew him, didn’t he?”

“My father’s father. I thought the man was dead…”

Emperor Nikolai II sat back in his chair, eyes fixed on the newsfeeds. It seemed GINN had stumbled upon the situation in Maghda, and broadcast it between coverage of the new Emperor’s coronation and the wave of domestic unrest that had followed.

“Apparently he’s still alive and kicking,” replied a tall, thin man of distinctly Generian features. He was the Emperor’s intelligence liaison, Dmitri Fedotov.

The Emperor took a sip from a glass of Black Death vodka.

“You mentioned reports of tensions with a neighboring country? And I’m curious, the Generalissimo implied that a new religion was being created. Strange idea. I’m wondering, though, about how the Christians in the nation are being treated. Particularly our Catholic and Generian Orthodox brothers.”

“Your connections in the clergy are concerned, I imagine?”

“The Church put me on the throne. I feel it’s my responsibility to keep them informed. Not to mention my own personal sensibilities.”

“Well, JL’s had the whole country start practicing indigenous tribal beliefs in the interim period before he can create a new state religion.”

“Smart. Practical?”

“It doesn’t seem that way. Some would be bound to ignore the directive in any other country, but you must remember that Maghdans are born into the cult of personality.”

The Emperor took another sip from his glass.

“True. Look into how the Christians are being treated. I’ll draft a response. They were Imperial allies once, after all.”

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Official Imperial Statement

The Empire, though admittedly disturbed to the wave of xenophobia sweeping through Maghda, extends a friendly hand to an old Imperial ally and to her leader, a stalwart friend of the Generian Emperors since the days of Antonius and Alexei.

However, the Imperial Generian Orthodox Church, her patriarchs, and flock are concerned about the apparent lack of religious freedom within the new revolutionary state. The Empire softly reminds her old friend that as part of her new mission to defend the Christian faith, and particularly Generian Orthodoxy, mistreatment or persecution of Christians in any nation will not be tolerated, and if such is found to be the case anywhere, intervention will most likely be necessary.

Apart from this small warning, His Majesty, Most Holy Emperor Nikolai II, Beloved of God, wishes the Maghdan people good luck in their nation’s new revolutionary era.

{OOC: Damn! GE! It's been ages! How the hell are ya!? :eek::D}

"I have never had the pleasure of meeting His Majesty, but would be honored to do so. I have enjoyed a cordial relationship with the Imperial Family for many years, and have befriended many of your esteemed Emperors. I give His Majesty my solemn assurance, that the religious freedom of Generians in my country will not be infringed. May the Generian-Magdhan friendship remain strong for all time."

Generalissimo J.L.

{OOC: Damn! GE! It's been ages! How the hell are ya!? :eek::D}

"I have never had the pleasure of meeting His Majesty, but would be honored to do so. I have enjoyed a cordial relationship with the Imperial Family for many years, and have befriended many of your esteemed Emperors. I give His Majesty my solemn assurance, that the religious freedom of Generians in my country will not be infringed. May the Generian-Magdhan friendship remain strong for all time."

Generalissimo J.L.

((OOC: Doing great, man. Glad to see you back on the boards.))

His Most Holy Majesty, Emperor Nikolai II, is pleased to hear that Generians will continue to be able to practice their religion in Maghda. It is true that His Excellency, the Generalissimo has enjoyed the friendship of several previous Generian Emperors, and in the interests of rekindling the friendship between Maghda and the Generic Empire, His Most Holy Majesty extends an invitation to the Generalissimo to visit him at the Imperial Palace in Sofia.

The Emperor realizes that the Generalissimo's time is very valuable, and that he is currently occupied in meeting several other world leaders and figures of note, and therefore, will leave the invitation open at the Generalissimo's convenience.

We pray for the continuing friendship of our nations.

{OOC: Thanks! Good to hear you're doing well. Are you ever on MSN? If so, please hit me up sometime. I'd love to RP with you.}

IC:

"It would be my honor to meet with His Majesty in Sofia. Of course, I extend to him the same courtesy: He is always welcome in Magdha, as a guest and a friend. The friendship of Magdha will be forever yours."

Generalissimo J.L.

"After careful consideration, I have decided to amend my policies. Religious freedom will be restored, all confiscated properties will be returned to foreign ownership, and freedom of language will be restored. While the adoption of a Magdhese language is still my goal, people will be allowed to keep their native tongues if they desire."

Generalissimo J.L.

His Most Holy Majesty, Emperor Nikolai II, is pleased that His Excellency, the wise Generalissimo J.L. has decided to amend his revolutionary policies to restore religious freedom. The Imperial Government is sure that this decision was made after much consideration and deliberation, and we are certain that His Excellency and his great nation of Magdha will both profit greatly from the reforms. Again, the Empire wishes His Excellency luck in the propogation of the Revolution, and especially in the creation of a uniquely Magdhan language. The Emperor has stated in confidence that when such a tongue is successfully created, he will be among the first foreign leaders to attempt to learn it, so that he may converse with the Empire's Magdhan friends in their native language.

"Your Most Holy Majesty,

That is indeed the case. I have realized that fanaticism is no substitute for genuine radicalism. Ambition must be tempered by realism. And religious freedom is, I firmly believe, a God-given right. Therefore, all citizens of Magdha, with the exception of Scientologists, shall enjoy the right to worship whichever god, gods, or lack of god they choose. I thank you for your support, and willingness to learn our as yet to be created language. I, too, am willing to learn Generian, and have hired a tutor to help me do so a few days ago."

Generalissimo J.L.