For those of you who don't know, it's a nation simulation game thing. Mostly an online timewaster. And the link is here. Fun game, I reccomend trying it.
I have a nation, The Empire of the SX, and I reccomend anyone who signs up move to this region.
The Holy Empire of Great Benjitopia
"Crooks and people with too many kids are being kicked out of the country, welfare funding has recently gone through the roof, notable individuals are granted land and titles, and referenda can be called for any law at the request of at least one third of the voting population. Crime -- especially youth-related -- is totally unknown. Great Benjtopia's national animal is the duck, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the pff."
Happy days indeed.
Heh. I was looking through my brothers bookmarks yesterday and re-stumbled upon this. What a Coincidence. I forgot my country name but I remember the slogan, "You kill it, We eat it!"
"Well, you know what I think?" asks Hope Johnson, while helping to assemble a small trebuchet. "I reckon that the real issue about this sport is the cruelty aspect, and no-one can deny that sending a pack of dogs to tear apart a poor, innocent kitsune is cruel. I reckon we should just ban hunting with hounds and only allow kinder and more instantly lethal methods like guns, tranquillisers, and cruise missiles."
o.o Read that last line.
"The fact is, the wolf population is out of control," says Beef-Based Agriculture spokesperson Prudence Broadside. "We have to do something about them anyway, so why not market them as tasty snacks? We could have wolf kebabs, wolf pies, wolf-on-a-sticks--the possibilities are endless! Let's not pass up this golden opportunity to provide a feast, if you will, for our economy."
I once had a nation... It was named "The Cruel and Harsh Dictatorship of Evil Broccoli". Don't ask me why I named it that. It turns out it got deleted after I stopped visiting it over last summer.
o.o...
*hides*
People, you can eat all the hyenas you like.
The Allied States of Loanet permit you to do pretty much anything, as long as you don't have guns and do a little national service from the age of 12.
Hey, I bet Crim would taste good slow roasted on a stick.
~Rico
Hey, I gotta try that sometime!
Also, my people want to take out my whole rainforest to mine for uranium. o.o;
Probably the most peaceful one there... Mostly because It isn't a dictatorship.
www.nationstates.net/silvarnia
My latest issue
"I quite enjoyed the book, until I got to the part where Harry summons evil demons to do his bidding," says religious leader Clint Barry. "Now that's just wrong. We need to restore some sense to this debate, by which I mean we should remove this book from the shelves, salt it thoroughly, and burn it."
...That's Sensible?
Teachers union President Johann Johnson says, "Come on, the book is fantasy! And it's a damn good read. I'd like the government to issue a statement of support for our teachers and librarians, so kids can enjoy good books without interference from religious wackos, like Christians."
...>_<;; *DISSMISS'D!*
Oh, and since it's a harry potter book, I'd just like to mention that shortly after Midnight (which was when I dissmissed this issue) The First Guy's last name was Longbottom. XD
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Probably the most peaceful one there... Mostly because It isn't a dictatorship.
I haven't got a dictatorship.
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Oh, and since it's a harry potter book, I'd just like to mention that shortly after Midnight (which was when I dissmissed this issue) The First Guy's last name was Longbottom
I don't get it.
Hehehe, wanna guess which one I picked? 
~Rico (Welcome to Kyzarie, where christians are treated just as bad as any other religion.)
Me.
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The Free Land of Impossibleland is a small, environmentally stunning nation, remarkable for its burgeoning pig population. Its compassionate population of 7 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.
The large government juggles the competing demands of Education, Religion & Spirituality, and Law & Order. The average income tax rate is 27%, but much higher for the wealthy. A small private sector is dominated by the Soda Sales industry.
Voting is voluntary, citizens select which government department gets their income tax steelpopcorns each year, and extreme political groups are outlawed. Crime is relatively low, thanks to a well-funded police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. Impossibleland's national animal is the pig, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the steelpopcorn.
Impossibleland is ranked 7th in the region and 71,906th in the world for Rudest Citizens.
Steel popcorn? Woah.
I got two issues today. Spam email and telemarketing and door-to-door salesmen. Help my economy, or help the people...
Also, today's U.N. poll is more odd then most:
The Nudest of the MoFo...
And Rico is the winner!
w00 my name is grimmer than all of yours.
http://www.nationstates.net/morgannwg
Can I join that MoFo thingy now?
Sure, just click on "The Pacific" on the sidebar, and click move to new region. Type in "The MoFo" and click move.
The Issue
After a recent spate of high-profile lawsuits against corporations concerning the safety of their products, corporations have appealed to the government to change the laws of compensation.
The Debate
1. "It's crazy!" cries Beth Mistletoe, CEO of Sharp 'n' Pointy Things Incorporated. "These people should simply not be allowed to put the blame on us if they mindlessly abuse our products! I'd have thought it would be common sense not to stick your hand in a blender to 'see if it was working properly'. We need to outlaw these ridiculous lawsuits so I can get on with my business and those working in the law profession can get on with theirs."
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2. "I'm almost inclined to agree," muses Jazz McGuffin, a nearby firefighter. "People really should know better than to dry their cats in the microwave oven. But it's also that microwave oven that should not start a fire if one leaves it running overnight. Let's just put higher national safety standards in place that all products must be certified to meet. The extra expense shouldn't worry people if it's the difference between life and death after all."
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3. "There's nothing wrong with victims getting a little money for the damage they've suffered," claims Clint Spirit, The SX's most notorious lawyer. "In fact we should be increasing court capacities so everyone with a complaint to file won't have to wait long before they can get before a judge. Sure it'll be expensive to implement, but maybe then the manufacturers will think twice before selling their unsafe junk without explaining things clearly in the manuals!"
I just love the things people will sue over.
And what I chose? Two.
Meh. There's about a total of 80 or so issues. Once you're done with the list, you get repeats.
"It's a simple matter really," says left-wing activist and former rock star Fleur Trax, "Sometimes when you're voting, all the options suck. Why then should people be forced to hold their nose and vote for the lesser of two, or even three or four evils? Adding 'None of the Above' to the ballot would ensure that the people have a choice at all times, even if that choice is to reject the choices they have been given!"
This is the position your government is preparing to adopt.
"Adding 'None of the Above' to the ballot makes absolutely no sense," contributes conservative political pundit Randy du Pont. "Those who want to run for office have already put their names on the ballot, and if none of those options suits the voter, that's just too bad. Instead, we ought to prevent this sort of problem and limit the number of options. Sure, less people can run, but that will eliminate costly runoff elections completely!"
The Issue
After several reports of pet porcupines violently attacking, injuring, and even killing citizens, there has been growing pressure from public safety activists for the government to take action.
The Debate
"These creatures are a danger to the public and must be destroyed!" says Elizabeth Hamilton, representative of the Public Institution for Social Safety, Equality, and Direction. "I was attacked by one just on the way here and I nearly lost my life! They're a public menace. We must shoot and burn them!"
...Right.
"I don't believe they're harmful either," says Hack McAlpin, a teacher. "But it's obvious to everyone what a detrimental effect it has on our children! Everywhere I look, I'm seeing children as young as four tapping away at the blasted things! Do you know how many lessons I've had interrupted by the 'Crazy Kitsune' ringtone? Do you know how many of my pupils think 'great' is spelled with a number? Too many! Only adults should be allowed to own and use mobile phones!"
Yay I'm a ringtone!
...What?
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A peculiar confederacy of small-government advocates, regular attendees at The SX's annual Medieval Faire, and the super rich have demanded that the government grant estates and confer titles of nobility upon certain influential persons.
The Debate
1. "Of course I should be appointed as the Duke of The SX City," says multi-billionaire Hope Hendrikson. "Not only would it be an apt reward for my contributions to The SX, but the citizens who become landed serfs on my estate would work harder than they ever have in all their lives." Adds small-government advocate George W. Dredd, "Government would at last return to the local level, close to the people and the land to which they would be bound for life."
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2. "I can't believe I'm hearing this," exclaims noted civil rights advocate Stephanie Dodinas. "Those who are behind this espouse a system that grants inordinate amounts of institutional power to the rich and ensures that no one will be able to climb the social ladder. Everyone in society must be granted an equal opportunity to succeed or fail. Say 'no' to a nobility!"
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3. "I think both of the other parties are taking this issue to the extreme," argues a learned elderly gentleman resting on a park bench. "All that's being advocated is giving those who have contributed to their nation a ceremonial title and a bit of land. Besides," he adds, "the government can tax their estate."
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4. "A good day to thee, milord," counters Steffan Christmas, an amateur Medieval Faire actor dressed in period costume, "I would suggest that thou hasten thyself to spectate at the jousting competition this forenoon. Aye, quite a bout we have arrayed for thee this day. However, the whole affair could be much grander if only we received a few more gold crownes from the government. Aye, 'twould be a grand tourney of knightly skill and courage indeed!"
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