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Post by Ness Snorlaxia on Aug 28, 2007 1:13:18 GMT -5
Thank you for the update!
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Post by Soviet East Africa - 10KI on Sept 16, 2007 10:54:17 GMT -5
14 Septmember 2007. ISSUE #18 Population: 399 nations Forum: 10000islands.proboards21.comA short recap of events and news from the islands... Political Events- Senate elections for the New Republica South and Blue Canaria North constituencies are currently underway. The New Republica South seat is contested by Isles of Nixon, Parthini, and A Lee Project. Over at Blue Canaria North, The Enigmatic Nation is defending his seat against Shizenky and 55 Nations. - Elections are always exciting to watch and its no different this time around. The race for New Republica South is particularly heated with active campaigning from candidates and their supporters. Grub has thrown his support behind Parthini, a TITO Knight, ex-delegate, and writer of the 10KI Constitution. Meanwhile, Isles of Nixon has garnered important endorsements from Sinn Feins Ireland and MinnaCaroline. - In a surprising move, the Council of Nine (Co9) has banned retired senator and AoN speaker Girlsandboys (GnB) from the forum for two weeks. According to the Co9, the censure was in response to GnB's confrontational attitude and personal attacks on several islanders. This version of events is disputed by GnB and her supporters, whom maintain that the real issue was free speech or lack thereof. - The censure of GnB has sent shockwaves through the region with several members jumping to her defense. Soviet-Prussia temporarily left the islands as a sign of protest (he has since returned). Several members have started to form a new party --- The Radical Party, to challenge the Constitution. - Several proposals are being discussed at AoN. They include a proposal to increase the number of senate seats and a proposal to create a DEFCON warning system. Taco Island - Last month's 'lucky draw' to redistribute IMM shares was won by Twobagger. The lucky Taco Island Mayor won himself 1,143 IMM shares to the envy of everyone else. - A "Name a Treasure" contest has been launched as part of the effort to expand the Regional Map. Participants are asked to name a treasure and write a short story in order to win. - Taco Island has always been about fun and games. In addition to the hundreds of threads already in the subforum, several new threads were started recently. These include "Bother the mayor", a sort of invitation to spam Twobagger; "21", a counting game; and "Parthini and five", a random chat about Parthini and his mysterious connection with the number 5. - Soviet-Prussia, MinnaCaroline, and Girlsandboys have successfully pulled off the first ever escape from Taco Island jail with the help of the KGB and Mafia. - Taco Island's popularity is evident in the number of posts it captures. With 100,000 posts, its share of total forum posts is nearly 70 percent. Comings & Goings - Islanders mourn the loss of Coyotemen, former Taco Island Mayor and AoN member. - Yavanna and Otupia also CTEd in the past few weeks. However, there is hope that they will be resurrected. TITO News - Two more TITO nations were knighted since the last newsletter. The Gladii became the 25th and Gwizeldrop the 26th Knight of TITO. Both are decorated members and have served TITO with distinction. Congratulations! - Last three weeks, TITO members saw action in "The North Pacific", "HHHS", "The Valliant Plains", "The BHG", "Flying nation in the sky", "Cazelia", "Antartica", "Ceylon", "E20 Memorial Region", "Wecanmisspellobscenities", "The Stronghold", "The Irish Empire", "Here be Dragons", "Starbucks", "Green Anarchy" and "Georgia", keeping these regions free from invader oppression. - For the whole of August, TITO participated in a total 26 missions. Diplomatic Events - Friends and diplomats from Jethnea, Founderless Region Alliance, Liberalia, Equilism, The Meritocracy have dropped-by for visits. - 10000 Islands is pleased to present Io Way as the region's new emissary to The North Pacific. - The State Department is looking for islanders willing to serve as emissaries to foreign regions. Currently, liason offices at Zurich, Non-Aligned States, The Youngworld and Nationstates (the region) are unstaffed. Please contact Jesioneka if you can help! Random Happenings - In addition to official, registered political parties, there are several specialty groups in 10KI. They include the "Star Party", the "Taco Party", The "Really Really Ridiculously Cool People Whose Names Starts With S Club", the "Holy Order of Gun Trotting Old Farts", and "The Girls Only Club". The last one is reportedly a hot favorite among boys, ironically. - Best quote of the week: Quote:
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Post by Ness Snorlaxia on Sept 24, 2007 14:15:55 GMT -5
Thank you for the update! Apologies for not posting earlier.
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Post by Soviet East Africa - 10KI on Oct 4, 2007 2:06:04 GMT -5
Due to the following in the News from the isles, I have decided not to post it here.
This is a heavily biased and inaccurate statement in my opinion. I have been on the "Rouge" Region's forum and have found nothing suggesting that. Both regions are practically the same.
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Post by Soviet East Africa - 10KI on Oct 25, 2007 5:50:27 GMT -5
News From The Islands
Date: 24/10/07 Population: 444 Issue: #20 Forum:http://10000islands.proboards21.com
A short recap of events and news from the islands...
Political Events
- 19 October was Empire of Power Annexation Day. On this day the region celebrates its triumph over Empire of Power, a crasher region that destroyed many regions in the early days of NationStates. Like others, 10000 Islands became a target. But unlike others, 10000 Islands survived and prospered. Today, our flag flies high above the Empire of Power region, a reminder to invaders that good will always prevail. - A bill put forward by Senator Twobagger to provide a salary to all government employees was passed unanimously by the Co9. Starting this month, all employed nations will get 750 tacos for their work. - AoN voted and passed a proposal on 'Judicial Process' and is currently voting on 'Laws for the University of XKI'. - A number of nations have been admitted to the hall of the AoN including Noyzistan, Pissy, Mandali, and Kawaroo. Congratulations! - A debate has broken out on the forum over Gay Rights. Conservatives have put forward arguments ranging from morality to the survival of the human species, while liberals and moderates are fighting their case on the grounds of science and personal liberty. Who is right? You be the judge.
Taco Island
- There are a great many ways to earn more tacos (the regional currency) in 10000 Islands. This includes doing work for various ministries, teaching in the University, playing the stock market, buying lottery, enhancing your island with industries, going treasure hunting, recruiting for IMM, taking ad-hoc work posted in the forum, participating in games or competitions, and last but not least, posting in the forum. - Currently, Grub is offering a 5000, 7000 and 10000 taco bonus to anyone who can recruit a nation from Hawaii, West Virginia and the continent of Africa, respectively. - The private sector in 10000 Islands is booming with new enterprises sprouting every few weeks. To allow islanders to invest and profit from this economic growth, the Regional Reserve recently opened the Business Stock Market. For a list of share prices and their availability please visit The Regional Reserve sub-forum.
Comings & Goings
- Thanks to IMM volunteers, a good number of nations joined the Islands in the past few weeks. New nations are reminded to visit the forum for a welcome pack of magaritas and free tacos. - Two veterans of the region, Boonswaggle and Klington, CTEd recently. They will be missed.
TITO News
- TITO reached its 700th mission recently. This is a major milestone for the region. Through the years, TITO has evolved from a tiny force created to defend its own shores to a professional organization dedicated to fighting invaders all across NS. While other regions may come and go, TITO remains a constant in the game. - TITO celebrated Empire of Power Annexation Day with a liberation over Lone Wolves United-held Oceania. As usual, the invaders were no match for TITO's professional army. The fighting was all but over within a few minutes. - In mid-October, TITO forces gathered in the Sea of TITO Knights for a ceremony to decorate three nations. MinnaCaroline and Fleeb were decorated with the Silver Star for their continued great service to TITO, while Anime Daisuki was awarded the Defenders' Shield for outstanding service. Congratulations to all three nations! - The Colonial Fleet became the 27th Knight of TITO in a knighting ceremony held at 10000 Islands Hall of Heroes. TCF fought his first battle with TITO in Febuary 2007. During this time, he has earned four coast watcher eagles and was awarded the Anime liberation medal and The Rejected Realms liberation medal. Well done TCF! - After a slow September, activity in TITO picked up again with a slew of missions. Last three weeks, TITO was seen in "Christian", "xFamilyx", "The Featured Region Followers", "Happy Campers", "42 Hitch Hikers Guide", "Democracy", "Scotland" "Cimmeria", "London", "East Pacific", "Avalon III", "Blue Halo", "Seattle", "Meiven", "NationStates Bible Church", "Transilvania", and "Nexusville", keeping these regions free from invader oppression.
Diplomatic Events
- Friends and diplomats from 00000 A World Power, Christian, and Canada have dropped by for visits. - 10000 Islands is pleased to present Anime Daisuki as the region's new emissary to The Youngworld.
Random Happenings
- Repaxan is now keeping track of the region's performance in UN rankings. Among the UN leaders listed twice or more in different categories are: Blogotopia is ranked 1st in the region and 23rd in the world for Highest Unemployment Rates, and 1st in the region and 215th in the world for Most Beautiful Environments. Nadji is ranked 1st in the region and 152nd in the world for Largest Public Sector, and 1st in the region and 76th in the world for Healthiest Nations, as well as 1st in the region and 60th in the world for Most Comprehensive Public Healthcare. Great Economys is ranked 1st in the region and 379th in the world for Greatest Rich-Poor Divides and 1st in the region and 71st in the world for Most Liberal Nations.
- Best quote of the week:
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Post by Ness Snorlaxia on Oct 25, 2007 19:13:04 GMT -5
Thank you for the update!
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Post by Laststandb on Nov 6, 2007 21:59:33 GMT -5
Due to the following in the News from the isles, I have decided not to post it here. This is a heavily biased and inaccurate statement in my opinion. I have been on the "Rouge" Region's forum and have found nothing suggesting that. Both regions are practically the same. This is REALLY late... But I thank you for your suport. By the way, I didn't see you, who are you? My guess would be SP, but are you new?
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Post by Soviet East Africa - 10KI on Nov 8, 2007 11:00:57 GMT -5
I'm SP. I've been here a while
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Post by Soviet East Africa - 10KI on Nov 22, 2007 14:14:50 GMT -5
News from the Islands
DATE: 17 November 2007 ISSUE: #21 POPULATION: 409 FORUM:http://10000islands.proboards21.com
A short recap of events and news from the islands...
Political Events
- Ready or not, it's election season again! A campaign atmosphere pervades the air as islanders gather to elect their representatives for Lyonesse East and Himes West . - In what must be one of the hottest races in recent times, Estayland, the incumbant for Lyonesse East, finds himself in a 4-way race against Mandali (UPP), Govindia, and Repaxan. The race at Himes West is no less exciting with Soviet-Prussia and Private Doctors challenging Twobagger (ACN) for Senate. - Founder Grub made a surprise announcement last week. Anime Daisuki is appointed new Minister of Labor to replace outgoing Minister The Candy Lane. The Candy Lane has served the region faithfully and diligently during his 9-month term. The region wish to thank him graciously for his service. - The politically charged issue of reforming Minister appointments took center stage in the AoN as debate continued on whether an outgoing Minister should be empowered to select his replacement. The idea is championed by Private Doctors, and, if eventually passed in the AoN, will be forwarded for Co9 consideration. - In addition to the aforementioned proposal, the AoN is also debating a proposal by Mandali to liquidate assets from derelict forum accounts, and a proposal by Lichto to make the Mayor of Taco Island an elected position.
Taco Island
- Taco Island is now on the map! It is a little island right above the island of Grub! - IMM shares soared to a two-year high of 46 tacos per share in the last week of October. This significant growth was driven by record population numbers in the Islands not seen since 2005. Bravo to the IMM Minister and everyone involved in the October Immigration Initiative. - Still on IMM shares, the fortunes of stockholders are now inexplicably linked to the activity of one nation (besides Grub!). New islander Lichto is selected as the region's second Golden Nation and his activity will decide, to some degree, the trading and price of shares. The first Golden Nation Mandali will hold his status until December. - Several old threads have resurfaced lately including "Corrupt a Wish" and "Short Quotes". Apparently, According To The is an expert on Oscar Wilde.
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- Islanders mourn the CTE of Crackenback, who made a comeback only last month. Additionally, Kityan, a member of the Girls Only Club and avid Taco Islander, also expired. - On a happier note, Coyotemen returned to activity. His return was celebrated in the Universit y Bar in typical 10KI fashion --with beer and magaritas! - Although seldom in the spotlight, islanders who don't frequent the forum but have faithfully stayed in the region are of equal importance to 10000 Islands. Starting this week, the newsletter will pay tribute to one such islander in every issue. The first nation to be showcased is Aqua Anu - This water-themed nation joined 10000 Islands in 2005 and is nearing her 5 billion mark. Aqua Anu used to be an AoN member. Her national animal is the sea dragon, which is also the nation's favorite main course, and its currency is the aqua-coins.
TITO News
- TITO conducted a total of 32 missions in the month of October. That works out to more than 1 mission per night. Good job everyone! - Last few weeks, TITO was seen in "The Land of Dragonia", "Red Army Headquarters", "Another British Land", "The Rejected Realms", "Woodstock", "Tyrania", "Eire", "Coconut Paradise", "The Football Islands", "Greater Nova York", "The Land of Penguins", "Corrigador Liberation", "Seattle", "Turkey", "The Ocean of Purity" and "Alberta", keeping these regions safe from invaders.
Diplomatic Events
- Friends and diplomats from The East Pacific, Zurich, The Founderless Alliance, Liberalia, and 00000 A World Power have dropped by for visits. - Besides bringing regular news from his assigned region, Emissary to Equilism Twobagger made a very interesting report on things 10000 Islands could learn from Equlism. Delegate Jesioneka is reportedly studying the report closely. - The State Department is searching for a volunteer to serve as emissary to Liberty Alliance. Please contact Jesioneka if you can help!
Random Happenings
- For the second time in history, the 10000 Islands World Factbook Entry is being leased out for election campaign advertising. The lucky customer is According To The.
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Post by Soviet East Africa - 10KI on Nov 22, 2007 14:15:28 GMT -5
And a big thank you to Anime Daisuki for writing these articles.
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Post by South Malaysia on Nov 22, 2007 15:08:52 GMT -5
Thanks for the update
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Post by Ness Snorlaxia on Nov 23, 2007 22:04:28 GMT -5
Thank you for the update!
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Post by Soviet East Africa - 10KI on Dec 7, 2007 12:14:23 GMT -5
News from the Islands
DATE: 7 December 2007 ISSUE: #22 POPULATION: 379 FORUM:http://10000islands.proboards21.com
A short recap of events and news from the islands...
Political Events
- Recently, Jesioneka announced his intention to stepdown as Delegate of 10000 Islands. Jesioneka started his public-service career in the State Department in August 2004 and has worked his way up to become Senator, Senior Senator, TITO Tactical Officer, and finally, Delegate of 10000 Islands. He has served a long and successful career and has contributed greatly to the region. The region thanks him for his services and will begin an election to find his replacement shortly. - The Council of Nine has approved a slight revision to the Assembly of Nations (AoN) charter to lay to rest any arguments about AoN's role in 10000 Islands. The change makes clear that AoN is not part of the government. - Grub consolidated several recurring topics in AoN with the intent of tabling these discussions from this point on. They include 1) Granting non UN nations citizenship; 2) Creating a new judiciary; 3) Proposing to change the way Ministers are appointed; and 4) Making the AoN a part of the XKI government. - The AoN continues to debate a number of political and economic issues including the establishment of a government reserve, the creation of a 'Bank of XKI', the creation of a premium transfer fee to speed up Taco transfers, and the role of the AoN within XKI.
Taco Island
- Taco Island has a new look! Last Saturday, master craftsmen from the United States of Grub erected a new sign for the island (complete with taco symbols). Now new members will have no troubles locating everyone's favorite place for fun and games. - Aside from the spanking new sign, a new forum feature now allows islanders to transfer tacos (10KI's regional currency) at ease. With just a few clicks, islanders will be able to send or receive tacos. There are reports, however, of potential bugs in the system. This is being worked out by the admins. - Ad Infinitum's personal post "Ask a soldier absolutely anything" is proving to be surprisingly popular. In less than a month, the real life Captain's Q&A post has garnered more than 150 replies. - The Mad Islander Magazine is interviewing Lichto, the region's second Golden Nation. If you have a question for him, now's the time to ask!
Comings & Goings
- Islanders greeted the return of TITO Knight and ex-Senator Boolari with fanfare and lotsa partying. The most popular food in the party? Fish burgers. - Lockerica and The Candy Lane said their good-byes to the region due to personal reasons. They will be missed. - Soviet-Prussia has pointed out that Mandali has not logged onto his nation since losing his bid for the Senate seat. Ambassadoratum best sums it up when he said "It's always bad to lose good members... Especially when they effect your IMM stock!" - Nation showcase: The Imperial Nation of Trinutural is a massive, devout nation, notable for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, cynical population of 8.2 billion are ruled with an iron fist by a corrupt, dictatorship government. Trinutural's national animal is the platypus, and its currency is the trin. It has a GDP per capita of $26,076. Trinutural is regularly ranked 1st in the region for Largest Soda Pop Sector.
TITO News
- TITO leadership underwent two important changes since the last newsletter report. After spearheading a successful liberation of France, The Colonial Fleet asked to stepdown as Tactical Officer (TO) due to changes in his work schedule. A week later, long-time TO Anime Daisuki retired from his position. Both enjoyed successful stincts during their time in service. They are replaced by Ad Infinitum, a former TO and TITO Knight, and Gwizeldrop, TITO Knight and staunch defender. Congratulations to the new officers! - Titanica made history when he became the first TITO nation to perform 300 defense missions. He was awarded the Knight Legion Commander Medal to commemorate this historic occasion. - Additionally, two other TITO nations were awarded medals for outstanding service. Anime Daisuki was awarded the Knight Battalion Commander Medal for reaching his 150th mission. Meanwhile, Shizensky was awarded the Legion of Merit Medal for outstanding work for the region. The annoucements were received with approbation and praise. - Last two weeks, TITO was deployed to defend "Sparta", "Arabia", "Zealand", "A Socialist Paradise", "World 19", "Nationstates Bible Church", "Chocolate", "Soviet Union", "France", "Seattle", and "Russia".
Diplomatic Events
- 10000 Islands gained new friends when it opened relations with City in the Sky and Liberty Alliance. - Friends and diplomats from The Founderless Alliance, Equlism, and 00000 A World Power have dropped by for visits. - The State Department is still searching for volunteers to serve as emissaries to foreign regions. Please contact Jesioneka if you can help!
Random Happenings
- A total of 50 nations are presently represented on the Map of 10000 Islands. - Only Grub, Assassins and Bandits, and Estayland are first world nations on the map. Repaxan will become a first world nation once his Shipping purchase is approved.
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Post by Ness Snorlaxia on Dec 9, 2007 20:26:39 GMT -5
Thank you for the update!
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