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| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 9 2005, 07:04 PM |
| Lamonian President Matt Stone lounged around in the mountaintop retreat that would soon (if everything worked out) see the making of an alliance that would counter the one that had been made by the Autocratic states. Officials from Chacor, Emagol, FMJPhoenix, Ainorpisp, South Ossetia, Legalese, Krytenia, Falcania, Latao, and THS had been invited to take part. The President had a glass of wine as he waited for the others to arrive, saving the loads of Lamonian Vodka for the actual discussions. |
| Posted by: Legalese Mar 9 2005, 08:41 PM |
| Legalese Consul Marcus Davies heard a whoosh above his head, indicating that a new message had arrived. He reached over his desk, to the location where the tube entry had been relocated, and read the contents. "Hmm, the Lamonis want a meeting? I think I can arrange something here," though Marcus to himself. He reached for his phone. "Marcia, dial me to outside counsel. I think I need a ruling on this one." Later that afternoon, the outside counsel for the Legalese Consulate entered Davies's office. "Marcus, what do you need?" "Jake, thanks for coming in. I wanted to know about my jurisdiction regarding foreign affairs. I've been invited to discuss such matters at a meeting here in the region, and I don't want to tread where I cannot." Jake frowned, as he was all too familiar with this issue, the extent of power between the Senate and the Supreme Court. "You see, Marcus, you know the Senate's legislative power extends solely to domestic issues, as does the Consulate, as the executor of the Senate's decisions. So, while you serve as the head of government, and can influence and advise the Court on any policy issue, even foreign, you technically cannot make such decisions." Marcus already knew of this problem, but needed to hear this anyways, so he could make his next statement: "Now Jake, the Supreme Court doesn't really exist at the moment anyways, right?" "Depends on what you mean. All the seats are presently vacant." "So, I'm covered" "Well, there's nothing covering that. Theoretically, I guess you are, but we'll see what happens when the Supreme Court appears." Marcus smiled. "Yes, we'll see. Until then, I have to make arrangements. Thank you for coming in Jake." After he left, Marcus dialed his secretary again. "Marcia, send Lamonian President Stone a message. Tell him to be expecting me and an ambassabor, and thank him for the vodka. It was quite tasty." "Oh, and Marcia? then dial George Williamson's cell. I need to have a chat with him." |
| Posted by: TheNewAtlantians Mar 9 2005, 10:56 PM |
| *Au'Marui, Chancellor of The Commonwealth of the New Atlantians, recieved the daily newspaper on his desk.* "Hmm...", said the Chancellor,"The nations of the Atlantian Oceania region are trying to form an alliance of sorts." Considering that the Chancellor had recently founded his country in the newly discovered region once known as Atlantis, this became of great interest to him. Any alliance in the neighboring region would surely impact his own region. He quickly called his assistant in. "Good Johnny, your here. I want frequent reports on the Atlantian Oceania Conference. If anything new happens, I want to be told as it happens." |
| Posted by: Chacor Mar 10 2005, 03:11 AM |
| Chacorian Foreign Ministry Official Press Release We can at this time confirm that the Democratic Republic was approached by the Free Republic of Lamoni about an alliance. It is also true that a message was returned expressing the Democratic Republic's interest in such an alliance. The Democratic Republic will send Lamonian Consul Timiz Ozerkakhov and Government Advisor to Lamonian Affairs Felix Gordon, ex-prime minister of the then-Disputed Territories, to attend the meeting in Lamoni. That is all for now, with details to be established to the press at a later date. Foreign Ministry Democratic Republic of Chacor |
| Posted by: Legalese Mar 10 2005, 12:15 PM |
| The plane touched down in Lamoni, and off came Consul Marcus Davies, as well as former Regional Delegate George Williamson. Before striding towards the welcoming delegation, Marcus turned to George. "Do you have the package on you?" George whispered back, "Uh, sir. Is this the appropriate time to be talking about that? Not to mention, I'm only interested in..." Marcus hit George: "You know what I mean, George. The contact with the New Atlanticans." "Oh, that package. Yeah, it's here. Did you remember the other package." "Of course, my subordinate delegate. Let's see how our neighbors like Binchensburg Bourbon." |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 10 2005, 04:53 PM |
| Waiting for the Legalese Consul at the head of the welcoming delegation, President Stone had to smile at the message he had recieved about how good Lamonian Vodka is. Finally, the Legalese plane touched down and the Consul as well as Legalese's former Regional Delegate George Williamson came down to where the welcoming delegation was. When the Consul and Delegate reached the welcoming delegation, President Stone was the first to speak: "Welcome to the Free Republic of Lamoni. As you already know, I am President Stone. So far, Legalese and Chacor are the only ones who have given us an answer, but we expect that to change quickly as the other nations check their messages. In fact, we are expecting the Chacorian delegation to arrive any time now. Either way, the meeting place is ready; and has lots of Lamonian Vodka, as I see from your message that you have developed a taste for it." President Stone then introduced the pair from Legalese to the rest of the welcoming delegation: The Vice-President, Senate Speaker, Chamber of Deputies Speaker, as well as the head of the Lamonian Joint Chiefs, Colonel-General Bondarenko. |
| Posted by: Holy Saints Mar 10 2005, 09:24 PM |
| (OK, im actually going to try and standardize my officers, offices, characters and such now and keep records. Consider any name changes as due to democratic process and appointees by way of that democratic process, and reformation of the military, with new officers, etc) Vigorously rubbing his chin, Executor Artanis hears a beep from his datapad; yet another message, grumbling, "I wonder if I'll hear that beep past my deathbed..." <Message; Begin: Recieved From: Lamoni Gov't; Encryption: High; doc.open{ \\ The Lamoni Government invites any THS representative, seen as fit for High Diplomatic Service, to discuss matters of increasingly urgent importance. Representatives of various other delegations are expected as well, and our hope is for a New Alliance. // \\ Thank you for your patience and we look forward to your participation. // } doc.close{ \\ END // } Message: End;> Wondering for a moment, Artanis quickly recalled every reputable diplomat in his trusted circle of Comrades, and fought for a few mor moments over who would be appropriate for the position. He put down his shaving blade, an old army issue single bladed one, and washed his face off. He walked into his living room and bathed in the glorious light coming in through his solid wall of glass, and stared into the stark blue sea for a second or two. Suddenly, as if the sea inspired him, he came to a conclusion, "Prefect Adun... yes, he will be a perfect fit. I've heard he's been dying for a drop of that Lamonian vodka he loved so much in his college days... I'll give him a few thousand extra for his personal store. Perfect..." |
| Posted by: Starblaydia Mar 11 2005, 05:11 AM | ||
OOC: THS, start a wiki article for your nation and keep a place to store your information like that: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Main_Page |
| Posted by: Latao Mar 11 2005, 09:33 AM |
| The Confederacy of Latao is interessted in joining this new Alliance of freedom-loving people, as an opposite to the outposts of tyranny of several dictorships. These words of the Latao Federal President Bieri were spoken today in the Confederacy House. More detailed informatino is expected today for the TV prime time about 7pm Latao Time. |
| Posted by: Holy Saints Mar 11 2005, 04:28 PM | ||
(ooc: sorry, that just makes me crack up when i look at my nation) |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 11 2005, 04:34 PM |
| With the arrivals of the Chacorian and THS delegations, the talk was turning to matters of international importance. The other invited nations were still welcome, but some matters had to be taken care of first. President Stone had recieved word that Latao had also agreed to join in the talks to form the new alliance. (OOC: I'd expect a NATO like alliance) |
| Posted by: TheNewAtlantians Mar 12 2005, 09:32 AM | ||
| *a person in a cleanly pressed business suit with the New Atlantian flag on the lepel walks quickly into the room and hands President Stone a note. He then walks over, whispers something into George Williamson's ear, and then quickly walks back out* *The Note reads:*
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| Posted by: Legalese Mar 12 2005, 03:43 PM |
| George walked about the room, sipping his Binchensburg and Cola. After hearing what the New Atlanitcan representative had to say, he knew that contacting Consul Davies was essential, but didn't want to make a fuss of it. He saw his chance, when the Consul turned away from a completed conversation with the Prefect from The Holy Saints. "Sir," said George, taking Consul Davies' arm, "I have news for you." Marcus looked at Williamson, and quietly said, "Very well, George. What do you have?" "It turns out that the New Atlanticans are coming. President Stone ended up inviting them to the party." "That's great news. Thank you, George. Now if you excuse me, I've a Chacoria-" "Sir," George interrupted, "what should I do with the contact? I mean, if I don't call the New Atlanticans, who am I going to call?" Marcus smiled. "Try the Ghostbusters", he said, before walking away from a bewildered George Williamson. |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 12 2005, 04:38 PM |
| Milling about in the party put on to wait for everyone to show up, President Stone had had chats with everyone who had come so far. Everyone seemed to have brought their own drinks, so everyone was diplomatically seeming to have at least one drink from each of the different countries. So far six nations had responded to his call, but President Stone was hoping for more. He might even send a message to the newly arrived Bedistan. |
| Posted by: Chacor Mar 12 2005, 08:08 PM |
| "Leadies and gentlemen, this is your captain speaking. We have now arrived in Lamoni. Please fasten your seatbets as we prepare for descent. All cabin crew to landing positions. Thank you." "Timiz! We're here." Ozerkakhov looked up from hs book, which he had been engrossed in over the whole 10-hour flight. "Uh, Felix, what's the time difference here?" "Uh... It's 14 hours I think." "Ladies and gentlemen, your captain speaking. Please unattach your headsets from the socket and make sure your gamepad controller is securely fastened in your armrest. All windows should be fully open, and all seats must be upright. Now descending into Lamoni." "Here we go, Timiz... The part I always throw up in." "Uh, dammit... Crew are in their positions. Don't throw up on...." "Sorry, Timiz." "Oh, gross." "Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Lamoni. It is 8.15am in the morning local time, and the temperature outside is 15°C. I hope you enjoy your stay in Lamoni. You may now unbuckle your seat belts." "Uh, stewardess, could you help me clean this mess up...?" |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 13 2005, 08:36 PM |
| OOC: A little after Chacor's last post... IC: Sensing that almost everyone that was going to come already had, President Stone got everyone's attention, and said: "As we all know, the Autocratic States are attempting to grab every bit of Atlantian Oceania power that they can. You have all come in response to my summons, so I think that you all feel the same way. The reason that I have called all of you here is to propose a military and economic alliance of our great nations that will rival the Autocrats. So, let's get started, shall we?" President Stone sat at his place at the meeting table, and got ready for the real negotiations to start. |
| Posted by: TheNewAtlantians Mar 13 2005, 08:47 PM |
| *As the other Delegates start taking their place, a helicopter bearing the New Atlantian flag on the side lands on the helipad outside. A figure in a long white robe steps out, followed by several normally dressed bodyguards, complete with earbud. The gentleman rushes into the meeting room holding a bottle of his country's famed wine. He has the look of someone very aged, a touch of grey at his temples. But all considering he had aged very well. He walks to the table and takes his seat* "Sorry I am so late gentleman," Au'marui says, "But there was a problem getting the telegram in. So, whats the purpose of our visit?" |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 13 2005, 08:56 PM |
| "Ah, the representitive from The New Atlantians is here." President Stone said. "We were just getting down to the business of actually forming the economic and military alliance that will cause our great nations to rival the alliance of the Autocratic States. Now, shall we get down to business?" |
| Posted by: Latao Mar 14 2005, 03:51 AM |
| Latao Secretary of Defence, Samuel Schmidt; Latao is interessted in negations, to provide our new possible Allies to our our air force including our new cloaking technoligy for aircrafts. I'm sure we can find an agreement for the financial and/or political questions. |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 14 2005, 03:05 PM | ||
OOC: Is your Defense Secretary your diplomat to the meeting, or is this just a general statement? |
| Posted by: Bedistan Mar 14 2005, 09:27 PM |
| (Under-Construction) Capitol Building, Columbia "Mr. President!" Ron seemed to be very excited as he approached President Dean Willis with a piece of paper in hand. Willis was busy at the moment, speaking with newly appointed Secretary of Defense Roger Burns. "Mr. President, I need to speak with you!" Willis sighed. "Hold on a moment, Roger. Yes, Ron, what is it? I'm trying to have an important conversation with Secretary Burns here." "I have a message from the Lamonian president, sir." "Lamonia..." Willis drew a blank. The Bedistani government was still being set up, and he wasn't yet entirely familiar with the geography of Atlantian Oceania. "Well, the nation's name is Lamoni, no A. Out to the west, beyond Abattoir, Nojika, and Novvs Atlantis. Regional UN delegate, in fact." "Ah, very powerful in regional affairs, then." "Yes. Anyway, President Stone has sent you this message, and I believe he would appreciate a response." Willis skimmed over the note. Apparently it had something to do with the formation of a new alliance, and Lamoni was considering the idea of inviting Bedistan into it. "Heaven knows we could use some allies. I'd rather not see a repeat of the Tingitana Incident." "So what shall we do, sir?" "Well, I can't go personally; I have to stay here in Columbia and make sure the government's being set up smoothly. Secretary Burns could prove useful, though..." Burns turned to him. "I'd be happy to oblige, Mr. President." And with that, Burns set off for Lamoni and the conference. |
| Posted by: Abattoir Mar 15 2005, 12:54 PM | ||
That statement, is very incorrect :-) |
| Posted by: TheNewAtlantians Mar 15 2005, 02:00 PM |
| *The Chancellor of The New Atlantians, Au'Marui, spoke up* "I believe my people would be willing to send several of our naval ships for use by the alliance, as well as some monitary support" |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 15 2005, 04:46 PM |
| Now it was President Stone's turn to speak. "Thank you for your offer, Chancellor Au'Marui. Let me lay out what I have in mind. I am thinking of an alliance where if war is declared on one of the members, every other nation would go to war with the offending nation, and be free to send whatever military units and sanctions that they can spare. At the same time, the member nations of the alliance would also grant the other members more favorable trading terms, subject to the needs of the economies involved, of course. This is the kind of alliance that the Autocratic States are making with each other, and it is a fundamentally stable arrangement. Now, does any of the other esteemed delegates have any questions or comments about my proposal?" President Stone waited to see if anyone would speak up. |
| Posted by: Bedistan Mar 15 2005, 07:22 PM | ||||
Blame Vilita's map. He hasn't changed it. That's why my character didn't know.  VILITARESPONSE: My fault, sorry - I'll get on top of that, and Add Bedi in once you come online and i can confirm it. |
| Posted by: Latao Mar 16 2005, 10:14 AM |
| Latao is interessted in an alliance that leaves its members the freedom to decide over all national matters; member states should not be forced to anything. Besides fundamental safety and security, by military and civil (police) corporations, incl. easier tracing for international justice, we expect the creation of a strong economy allience with unlimited access to all members markets. Latao also asks for a concept, of how the new alliance could be integrated into the regional council, eg. does the new allience try to form a block inside the AO Regional Council ? |
| Posted by: Falcania Mar 16 2005, 12:07 PM |
| King Falcon II finished off his fried falcon wing, licked his fingers and stepped off his private jet. He walked into the conference room flanked by bodyguards, shoved open the door and settled down in his usual chair near the donuts. "Gentlemen!" He said. "I have consulted with my people, and an 87% majority are in favour of an alliance." He consulted with one of his bodyguards, who silently walked off. "I have also consulted with my organisational representatives in AORC and they recommend that we do indeed become a wing of the AO regional council." The bodyguard returned with an orange-and-blue striped bucket with "FFF" imposed on the side. "Ah! Lunchtime!" said King Falcon II before tucking into the fried falcon. |
| Posted by: Holy Saints Mar 16 2005, 06:38 PM | ||
(ooc: uh.... exactly how fat is your leader?) |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 16 2005, 07:10 PM | ||
Looking at the representitive from Latao, President Stone said, "I think that we can make that happen, provided that no one else has any objections? I would also think that our alliance WOULD attempt to form it's own power block in the regional council. After all, we can expect the Autocrats to try that, so why shouldn't we? Lamoni agrees that the members of the alliance should have the freedom to decide their own internal matters. After all, we are forming this alliance in order to protect ourselves, and our cultures from domination." President Stone then reached for a bottle of Lamonian Vodka, and had a glass while waiting for any response. |
| Posted by: Falcania Mar 17 2005, 12:53 AM |
| King Falcon II smacked his lips. "I am in favour of this proposal. Have some falcon." Two more bodyguards came in, each carrying eight buckets of Falcania Fried Falcon. They layed them down in front of King Falcon II, who slid them to their respective politicians. |
| Posted by: Falcania Mar 17 2005, 12:55 AM | ||||
He isn't that fat, as he does regular exercise three times a day to a military routine, which fits, as he was in the army for twelve years before his succession due to his father's assassination. He does enjoy fast-food though. |
| Posted by: Latao Mar 17 2005, 10:33 AM |
| Latao's Federal President is kinda tall, 1.86 @ 74kg He always makes a good picture in medias ;-) |
| Posted by: Latao Mar 17 2005, 11:31 AM |
| Well, more important than the booty-size is that we quickly make up a framework of rules now - articles that all participating nations can live with Said Government-Speaker Bühlmann today. We expect a democratic alliance that allows the member nations to keep their individuel freedoms to decide over national matters he conitnued. |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 17 2005, 05:06 PM |
| (OOC: Does someone want to create some proposed 'framework' (write an alliance charter), or will I do that?) |
| Posted by: Latao Mar 18 2005, 03:16 AM |
| Latao will submit a proposal. |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 18 2005, 04:08 PM | ||
Thanks |
| Posted by: Neo Atlantis Colony Mar 18 2005, 04:28 PM |
| In a small room within a large building, sheltered by a pressurized dome four kilometers beneath the ocean surface of Atlantean Oceania, two individuals in business suits pored over a cryptic message. The man, after peering at the message briefly, spooke first. "From Lamoni, you say?" "Yes, sir," the woman replied. "Former UN Delegate, recently involved in a war with Novvs Atlantis. Democratic, with generally centrist policies aside from stratospherically high taxes. Economically weak per capita, but a force to be reckoned with at nearly 5 billion in population. Other than that, we know very little about them." "I see. And do they give any further details regarding this proposed alliance?" "Only what you see here." The woman paused. "There is one other thing. According to covert intelligence reports, envoys from other nations had been arriving at the proposed site for days preceding our receipt of the message. It would seem that we are part of a second round of invitations." The man chuckled. "Indeed. Well, Neo Atlantis Colony has long kept itself away from the forefront of regional politics, by choice. We have had little to gain by making ourselves prominent and vulnerable. Still, I wonder if that might be changing." He came to a decision. "All right. Get my helisub ready. We're going on a trip. And get Charlie too -- I have a hunch that this alliance involves more than just trade concessions." (OOC: This work, Lamoni?) |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 18 2005, 05:16 PM | ||
OOC: Yes, that works. |
| Posted by: Neo Atlantis Colony Mar 21 2005, 09:03 PM |
| A strangely shaped helicopter was visible in the skies above the mountain retreat. As it got closer, observers could see that it was cigar-shaped, with long and thin rotor blades. A pair of mid-sized side rotors was located at each end of the craft, keeping it from losing balance. After a long approach, the craft finally touched down on the retreat's marked landing pad. The rotors retracted into their tubes, which were pulled into the vehicle. Finally, a pressurized door opened with a hiss, revealing a tiny cabin, which three figures in business suits exited. The first, a rather portly man, held out his hand for the welcoming party, and spoke. "Charles Benedict, NACS Secretary of Defense." The second, a thin woman, held her hand out likewise. "Caryn Cayzenne, Neo Atlantis Colony's Secretary of State." The last to emerge stood next to the others, slightly in back. He smiled and also proffered his hand. "Adam Gieseler, Secretary General of the Neo Atlantis Colony Secretariat. Pleased to be here." |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 24 2005, 06:16 PM |
| (OOC: Unless Latao posts his proposal tomorrow, i'm going to post one of my own then. Haven't been able to do it earlier due to hectic RL.) Greeting the delegation from Neo Atlantis Colony, President Stone was wondering if they'd have to get a bigger table in order to fit all of the delegations. Luckily though, the NAC delegation managed to find a place to seat themselves without much trouble. |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 25 2005, 09:44 PM | ||
Since Latao had not as yet presented a proposal for an alliance charter, President Stone had been having Lamonian Foreign Ministry officials draft one. He presented the Lamonian proposal to the members of the alliance:
After letting the others assembled have a chance to read the proposed charter, President Stone asked, "Are there any questions or comments on the proposed charter?" |
| Posted by: Falcania Mar 25 2005, 09:55 PM |
| "I suggest that the respective rulers of the AOTO member nations should attend the council, not an elected representative," Said King Falcon II. "And can't we think of a better name than AOTO?" |
| Posted by: Legalese Mar 26 2005, 04:07 AM |
| Consul Davies stands up. "I like the charter in its current form, though we do need some work on it. First, this name does need work. I propose the "Federation of Like-Minded States" instead." "Second, while I agree that the nation's leader, with the authorization of his government, should sign the charter, I do think that it's unnecessary for us to require the leader of each nation to be present at all meetings. The reason for a delegate is to allow each nation a chance to constantly be in a group with each other, so that things can get done quickly. I don't know about you, King Falcon, but I can't always get away immediately, so I have to trust things to guys like Williamson here. That said, I do support periodic meetings of the Heads of each member state, though I don't see that as mandatory." "Third, regarding the requirement of providing assistance to member states. I agree that we should help each other in a time of need, hence the purpose of the alliance. However, I will state that with Legalese's current military, we will likely provide only financial and legal assistance." "Lastly, I remember hearing that Krytenia had been invited to our meeting here. However, with the deplorable act they committed earlier, the kidnapping of a fellow head of state, I am hesitant to support their possible membership in the Alliance. I request that their invitation be revoked." |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 26 2005, 08:32 PM |
| "It was the Lamonian Foreign Ministry that came up with the name, "AOTO..." President Stone began; "However, I would be agreeable to changing the name to the 'Federation of Like-minded States (FLS).' I agree with Legalese that delegates are needed at the alliance council in order to make sure that things get done more efficiently. Regarding Krytenia, the Free Republic would not like to see them join this alliance at the present time. Their actions would reflect poorly on the alliance if we allowed them to join at the present time. Is there anything else that needs to be worked on for an alliance charter?" |
| Posted by: TheNewAtlantians Mar 26 2005, 08:38 PM |
| "The new Altantians would be willing to accept the charter and alliance as is" Au'marui said calmly. |
| Posted by: Chacor Mar 29 2005, 02:28 AM |
| Felix Gordon, newly-appointed Chacorian Consul to Lamoni, notes, "Would it be possible to have a clause about Federation members attacking other Federation members? And perhaps something about starting external conflicts without proper reasoning? On Krytenia, it is the government's stand that they should be refused entry indefinitely." |
| Posted by: Falcania Mar 29 2005, 03:21 PM |
| "Indeed," Said Falcon II. "It would be useful if we could bring our brother nations to our aid, when we see a potential threat that needs to be crushed." |
| Posted by: Lamoni Mar 29 2005, 07:01 PM |
| Listening to the points raised by the fellow delegates to the meeting, President Stone considered for a moment, and then said, "I'll have the Foreign Ministry boys go back and rewrite the proposal. It shouldn't tax their abilities." President Stone then rolled bottles of Lamonian Vodka to the other delegates. |
| Posted by: Neo Atlantis Colony Mar 30 2005, 02:33 PM |
| Secretary-General Gieseler shuffled some papers and spoke. "Two points, Mr. President. First, NAC would like to see Article 3's wording on requesting intervention changed. As is, it could be interpreted that members waive their right to self-determination by requesting any assistance. NAC would prefer that it clarify that all members have a right to self-determination, except in the specific matters where they request assistance. In other words, no blank checks. "Second, the method of electing the President is vague. We should clarify whether the President of the COuncil is to be elected by the Council itself, as I would suggest, or by the assembled citizens of the member states. "While I do not doubt that these changes are already what the writers of the draft document had envisioned, they should clarify matters, so that ratification by our respective peoples will be made easier." (OOC: Sorry for taking so long to post; class has been kind of hectic lately.) |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 1 2005, 01:01 AM | ||
President Stone looked at the redone proposed charter, and liked it. Presenting it to the assembled delegates, he said: "This looks like a very good charter. Unless there are more comments or questions, the Free Republic requests that the proposed charter be put up to a vote."
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| Posted by: Chacor Apr 1 2005, 04:32 AM |
| Gordon stands and applauds the new charter. "I feel that this is a most brilliant piece of work. This charter is just about perfect." |
| Posted by: Falcania Apr 1 2005, 11:22 AM |
| "Truly marvellous!" Says King Falcon. "Now, where's that houmous? I need to dip my falcon in something!" |
| Posted by: TheNewAtlantians Apr 1 2005, 08:30 PM |
| "It is indeed a fine work! But tell me of this land, Wapahkoneta. Why is it now neutral territory?" |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 2 2005, 02:15 AM | ||
Basking in the praise of the delegates to the meeting, President Stone smiled and thanked everyone for the nice comments. "Wapahkoneta used to be a nation of indigenous people that Lamoni was allied to. However, their 'nation' fell apart and it was decided (OOC: I talked Vil into it) to use their former land as a neutral area where the Regional Council and other such organizations could meet without worrying about being attacked. It actually worked until the Abbatoirian attack on the Regional Council which killed the Lamonian representitive to that august body. I would hope that the security there will be increased, however. Now, shall we vote this charter into being?" OOC: I don't think it possible to put a poll into an exsisting thread, so make an OOC comment like: '{nation} votes (yes or no)' in your next post in this topic, if you would be so kind. I have a list of those considered 'members' of the FLMS, so we'll hopefully know the results soon. |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 2 2005, 02:26 AM |
| OOC: Lamoni votes yes |
| Posted by: Neo Atlantis Colony Apr 2 2005, 02:50 AM |
| OOC: Neo Atlantis Colony votes yes. |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 2 2005, 03:34 AM | ||
| George Williamson stands up, finally saying something important: "Fellow delegates, I only have two concerns, regarding Articles 5 and 6." "First, regarding article 6, I propose thus: Instead of a seperate entity for council president with very restrictive requirements, have the head of the council be one of the delegates, elected by the delegates, on a shorter term basis." "Also, it should be noted in the charter that, keeping in the idea of 'one nation, one vote', each member state's delegation shall have only one vote, regardless of their delegation's size." "To put these points in writing, Marcus and I came up with the following amendments to Article 5 and 6, which we would like made before the charter has been voted on:"
Williamson continued: "Consul Davies is currently enroute to Legalese, where he will present the charter to the full Senate, where they must approve it. After consideration of the amendments to Articles 5 and 6, we should be willing to approve the charter." |
| Posted by: Chacor Apr 2 2005, 04:22 AM |
| OOC: Chacor votes yes to any amended charter. |
| Posted by: Falcania Apr 2 2005, 09:50 AM |
| Falcania votes yes to the amended charter. |
| Posted by: TheNewAtlantians Apr 2 2005, 10:30 AM |
| OOC: The New Atlantians votes Yes on the charter and its amendments. |
| Posted by: Holy Saints Apr 2 2005, 05:01 PM |
| The Holy Saints declines the terms. We like to keep our options quite open, and would wish to keep it that way. Thank you, and good day. *Prefect Adun stands up and leaves, a small distortion is seen following him which quickly fades and the wall is seen again, undistorted.* |
| Posted by: Bedistan Apr 2 2005, 05:48 PM |
| Roger Burns hadn't spoken a word since he arrived at the meeting in Lamoni, instead seeming content to sit near the end of the table and listen to the proceedings. As the finalized charter was presented, he looked it over closely. Finding no particular bones of contention, he declared himself satisfied. [OOC: Bedistan votes in favor.] |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 2 2005, 10:14 PM | ||
Keeping tally of the voting, President Stone noted that the amended charter had passed with six votes in favor so far. |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 3 2005, 03:45 AM |
| OOC: Apparently you missed my amendment to article 6, but you did get article 5 right. Thanks for that. IC: President Stone seemed to think all was well, penciling in the changes to the charter, but George Williamson wouldn't have it, unless all his amendments were considered. "Hold up there, Matt", Williamson said. "While I'm glad you added the lines to Article 5 without problem, closing any possible loopholes there, we really should talk about Article 6. In fact, we will not consider signing, unless such amendment is given full consideration." After a quick pause, George explained Legalese's reasoning behind the amendment proposal to Article 6: "First, we propose removing the age requirement, largely cause it's way too arbitrary. To say that a 35-year old can automatically do the job better than a 30-year old is ridiculous. The council can clearly decide who is the better candidate. This is also why I'm against the experience requirement, cause it sets arbitraty restrictions that can simply be solved by letting the council make the decision." "Now, why do I propose that the head of the Council be a member of one of our delegations? Because we don't need the extra expense of creating a powerful alliance executive. All we need is someone to run the meetings, and in this way, appointing a member of one of the delegations for a short term will be wisest, if you ask me." George sat down, pleased with his statements. However, he then realized something that required important attention. "Hey, bud," said Williamson, leaning towards the delegate to his right. "Anyway I can grab a flight back to Legalese? Marcus took the plane on me." |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 3 2005, 04:57 PM | ||
After adding in the change to article six, President Stone then thought asked an aide to find out what was available to take the Legalese delegate home. Looking at the Legalese delegate, he said: "All right, you've got your amendment to article six as well. The aide that I just talked to will make the arrangements to take you back to Legalese. I don't think that the Autocrats will want to mess with a diplomatic flight at this point." Looking at all the delegates, he then asked "Are there any other nations that any of you would like to see in this alliance?" |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 3 2005, 05:03 PM |
| George looked back at President Stone. "Whoa, no need to be angry about it, though I appreciate the change. I'll take you up on the flight, and assure you that, barring a surprise vote in the Senate, that Legalese will now sign the charter." |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 3 2005, 05:10 PM |
| "I'm not angry." President Stone said. The statement that he was angry from the Legalese delegate confused him because he was completely calm. |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 3 2005, 05:25 PM | ||
George shrugs. "Oh, alright then. Sorry to assume." George goes to sit down, then remembers something: "Hey, Matt... did you happen to send an invite to Druida? I'm sure President Smith might be interested." |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 4 2005, 07:11 PM |
| Blinking, President Stone replied: "They haven't done anything in so long that I was starting to wonder if they still exhisted. You can invite them if you wish, though." |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 4 2005, 11:01 PM |
| George smiled. "I'll have Marcus send Trefor, or Margaret, whatever he calls himself now, a line." |
| Posted by: Druida Apr 5 2005, 09:19 AM |
| The phone rings in the Presidential office. Thankfully, the President himself is out, so his unnamed helper takes the call... Unnamed helper: "Hello... Ah Marcus! I haven't heard from you since... Ok, I understand you don't want to talk about it... The President, oh, he's, um, feeding the fish... So what gives us the pleasure, then?... yes... an alliance, you say? Well, um... uhuh... uhuh... well, Druida is traditionally a neutral country, but, er... a charter... yes... you've sent it to us... hang on a second..." *he clicks his computer mouse a few times* "...ah, I see... well, I guess it'd probably be for the best if we get teh President out there as soon as possible... yes, make sure we have at least two seats, though. I'm not sure he can manage this kind of thing on his own." |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 5 2005, 01:51 PM |
| Marcus smiled on the other end. "Don't worry,..." Marcus's next words were obscured by the blaring email notification on his desktop. Marcus looked at it for a second, then continued. "Oh, sorry about that. There's room for you too, so we're looking forward to meeting y'all in Lamoni. Thanks, and tell the President that I said hi." Marcus clicked open his email program, and looked in disgust. "No, I'm happy with it the size that it is right now!" "What was that sir?" said Marcia, who had just walked into the office. Marcus gave her a deer-in-the-headlights look. "Um... nothing. Carry on, dear." |
| Posted by: Chacor Apr 6 2005, 03:13 AM | ||
OOC:
Heheheheh... sure it is....  |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 6 2005, 12:21 PM |
OOC: There shall be no further references to the size of Marcus's, er, scroll.  Anyways, IC: George put down the phone, and turned back to President Stone: "Matt, I have good news. Druida's sending their President, along with his helper there, and the Legalese Senate just approved the current version of the charter. Marcus will be making the return trip to sign it shortly. |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 6 2005, 05:23 PM |
| OOC: That was great. IC: "Welcome to the alliance.," President Stone said as he shook George's hand. "Are you SURE that the helper is going to be able to keep the Druidan President under control?" |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 6 2005, 08:59 PM |
| George laughed. "Not to rag on the Druidans, they're great, but let's be honest here. Sometimes I think it's his helper that runs the show. You know, kind of like I do here." (OOC: Cue the sarcasm on the last statement) |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 7 2005, 03:57 PM |
| "I would hope..." President Stone said, "that all of the alliance members could be said to be, 'running the show.' Good diplomacy and all that." |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 10 2005, 04:48 PM |
| OOC: Does someone want to make an alliance flag? FLMS now has a Wiki page: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Federation_of_Like-Minded_States FLMS members are encouraged to add or edit things on (or to) the page. |
| Posted by: Latao Apr 11 2005, 06:40 AM |
| Breaking News: After it's spring break, the Latin Parliament has discussed the FLMS-charter togeteher with Samuel Schmid, Secretary of Defence. The Confederacy of Latao fully accepts the charter and is still interessting in joining the organisation. |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 11 2005, 04:41 PM |
OOC: Since Latao was present at the meetings to develope the FLMS Charter, your yes vote lets you into the FLMS.  |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 12 2005, 03:43 PM |
| Williamson rises: "Before we move out to our council headquarters, I'd like for us to act on the Druidan invitation. I move that Druida, upon arrival, be allowed to sign the charter of the FLMS as the first non-charter member." George looks to President Stone for the next step. |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 12 2005, 03:52 PM |
| "I'll second the motion," President Stone said as soon as Williamson finished speaking. "Now, shall we move on to the vote?" |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 12 2005, 03:56 PM |
| Geogre chimes in: "Well, you know my answer. Legalese votes YES." |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 12 2005, 04:01 PM |
| "Lamoni votes yes as well." President Stone was supportive of the idea of establishing ties with Druida. |
| Posted by: Bedistan Apr 12 2005, 04:32 PM |
| "Bedistan votes yes." Burns, as usual, with a quick and quiet statement. |
| Posted by: Xile Apr 12 2005, 04:34 PM |
| (OOC: Now only if our Regional Council meetings were as organized!) |
| Posted by: TheNewAtlantians Apr 12 2005, 08:25 PM |
| "The New Atlantians choose Yes", spoke Au'marui |
| Posted by: Latao Apr 13 2005, 01:07 AM |
| OCC: Will you open a new topic group where posts can go related to the FLMS and where an official list of all member-states is provided ? |
| Posted by: Chacor Apr 13 2005, 03:56 AM |
| Chacor votes YES. |
| Posted by: Lamoni Apr 13 2005, 04:48 PM |
| "It looks like Druida has been approved," said President Stone. "I guess that I should tell you that I have taken the liberty of inviting Sarzonia to the FLMS. We shall see what they say to that invite." |
| Posted by: Legalese Apr 13 2005, 05:08 PM |
| in the FMLS headquarters, the start of the first post-formation meeting is interrupted by a phone ringing. George Williamson reaches over, picking it up: "Hello?" "Williamson? Stone here. The Sarzonians want to talk to us about joining. Can you set up a teleconference?" George turned to the rest of the council: "Any objecitons?" seeing none, he turned back to Stone. "Consider it done, Matt. Just give me the web address." (OOC: Follow this in the "FLMS" thread, the new meeting point for the alliance!) |
| Posted by: Latao Apr 17 2005, 12:29 PM |
| OCC: I'm too lazy to search all seven pages :-) What nation & city hosts the FLMS, if any yet ? |