[Submitted] Ungrateful Separatists have Buyer's Remorse

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

The Republic of Lesser @@NAME@@, a small country that is 93% ethnic @@DEMONYM@@, has recently been having economic and political difficulties. The government there is holding a referendum on whether to merge with @@NAME@@ as a means of resolving its unending problems.

[validity]:all

[option] ''It'll be good to reunite with our ethnic kin!'' cries a heavily tattooed cousin of yours. ''I say we should take our siblings under our wing once more. To ensure a smooth reunification, remember that we have to be peaceful about it. Let them have this referendum, let them decide... and campaign heavily for them to join up with us. Respect the system.''
[effect] @@LEADER@@ is being photographed more in Lesser @@NAME@@ than in @@NAME@@ itself

[option] ''Why wait?'' asks @@RANDOMNAME@@, your most disturbingly trigger-happy advisor. ''I've been telling you for years to annex that place! Same language, same faith, same culture -- it just makes perfect sense for that place to be a part of our glorious @@TYPE@@. It's been so long, why wait for the referendum when you can just annex them now? I'm sure they'll love it. Well, except maybe in that ethnic-Lilliputian province of theirs, but who cares about such sub-humans as Lilliputians?''
[effect] @@NAME@@ has invaded and conquered its little brother

[option] ''In case nobody has noticed...'' observes @@RANDOMNAME@@, a noted historian. ''There is a reason why Lesser @@NAME@@ is no longer a part of our country. They fought a very bloody war years ago to separate from us. The country since then has endured political chaos and severe economic issues. It's time to face the facts: @@NAME@@ would have to pour in billions of @@CURRENCY@@s in order to bring this new province up to the living standards of our country. Say 'no' to this referendum!''
[effect] Lesser @@NAME@@ is widely mocked for having been rejected in its bid to unite with @@NAME@@

[Zunkwentania]

The Republic of Lesser @@NAME@@, a small country that is 93% @@DEMONYM@@, has recently been having economic and political difficulties. The government there is holding a referendum on whether to merge with @@NAME@@ or not as a means of ending their unending problems.

[validity]:all

[option] ''It'll be good to reunite with our ethnic kin!'' cries your heavily tattooed cousin'' I've been telling you for years to annex that place! Same language, same faith, same culture, the place just makes perfect sense to be a part of our glorious @@TYPE@@. It's been so long, why wait for the referendum when you can just annex them now! I'm sure they'll love it. Well, except maybe in that ethnic-Bigtopian province of theirs, but who cares about such sub-humans like Bigtopians?''
[effect] the nation has invaded and conquered its little brother.

[option] ''Woah, woah!'' cautions @@RANDOMNAME@@ ''Now, I'm not saying we should not take our siblings under our wing. It's just that we have to be peaceful about it. Let them have this referendum, let them decide... and campaign heavily for them to join up with us. Respect the system.''
[effect] @@LEADER@@ is being photographed more in Lesser @@NAME@@ than in their own country.

[option] ''In case nobody has noticed...'' observes @@RANDOMNAME@@, a historian ''... there is a reason why they aren't already a part of our country. They fought a very bloody war 200 years ago to separate from us. The country since then has had 4 monarchs, 6 coups, 10 dictatorships and severe economic issues. We can't just let their leadership pass these problems over onto your already full plate @@LEADER@@. Without consulting you first to boot. Publicly say no to this unification, and no to being the solver of everyone's problems!''
[effect] @@NAME@@ uses hundreds of year old excuses to justify it's actions.

Try Lesser Bigtopia as the name so you can keep the running joke going.

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

The Republic of Lesser @@NAME@@, a small country that is 93% @@DEMONYM@@, has recently been having economic and political difficulties. The government there is holding a referendum on whether to merge with @@NAME@@ or not as a means of ending their unending problems.

[validity]:all

[option] ''It'll be good to reunite with our ethnic kin!'' cries your heavily tattooed cousin'' I've been telling you for years to annex that place! Same language, same faith, same culture, the place just makes perfect sense to be a part of our glorious @@TYPE@@. It's been so long, why wait for the referendum when you can just annex them now! I'm sure they'll love it. Well, except maybe in that ethnic-Bigtopian province of theirs, but who cares about such sub-humans like Bigtopians?''
[effect] the nation has invaded and conquered its little brother.

[option] ''Woah, woah!'' cautions @@RANDOMNAME@@ ''Now, I'm not saying we should not take our siblings under our wing. It's just that we have to be peaceful about it. Let them have this referendum, let them decide... and campaign heavily for them to join up with us. Respect the system.''
[effect] @@LEADER@@ is being photographed more in Lesser @@NAME@@ than in their own country.

[option] ''In case nobody has noticed...'' observes @@RANDOMNAME@@, a historian ''... there is a reason why they aren't already a part of our country. They fought a very bloody war 200 years ago to separate from us. The country since then has had 4 monarchs, 6 coups, 10 dictatorships and severe economic issues. We can't just let their leadership pass these problems over onto your already full plate @@LEADER@@. Without consulting you first to boot. Publicly say no to this unification, and no to being the solver of everyone's problems!''
[effect] @@NAME@@ uses hundreds of year old excuses to justify it's actions.

Try Lesser Bigtopia as the name so you can keep the running joke going.

But that is not the point of this issue. Unless your nation is Bigtopia, then it would defeat the purpose/idea of this issue.

[Zunkwentania]

Try Lesser Bigtopia as the name so you can keep the running joke going.

But that is not the point of this issue. Unless your nation is Bigtopia, then it would defeat the purpose/idea of this issue.

Use that for the name of the country being Anschlussed.

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

But that is not the point of this issue. Unless your nation is Bigtopia, then it would defeat the purpose/idea of this issue.

Use that for the name of the country being Anschlussed.

Edited to change the name of the country to Lesser Bigtopia.

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

Reworked option 3. Still feels a little messy, but I hope this is an improvement over what was there before.

[Czechostan]

I like it. The third option still needs some tweaking. I reworded some sentences and deleted the specific tidbits of history. It should be up to the player to make up the specifics.

[option] ''In case nobody has noticed...'' observes @@RANDOMNAME@@, a historian ''... there is a reason why they are no longer a part of our country. They fought a very bloody war years ago to separate from us. The country since then has endured political chaos and severe economic issues. It's time to face the facts: @@NAME@@ would have to pour in billions of @@CURRENCY@@ in order to have this new province match the living standards of our country. Say 'no' to this referendum!''
[effect] the legal position of Lesser Bigtopia is uncertain following @@LEADER@@'s refusal to allow them to join the @@TYPE@@.

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

I like it. The third option still needs some tweaking. I reworded some sentences and deleted the specific tidbits of history. It should be up to the player to make up the specifics.

[option] ''In case nobody has noticed...'' observes @@RANDOMNAME@@, a historian ''... there is a reason why they are no longer a part of our country. They fought a very bloody war years ago to separate from us. The country since then has endured political chaos and severe economic issues. It's time to face the facts: @@NAME@@ would have to pour in billions of @@CURRENCY@@ in order to have this new province match the living standards of our country. Say 'no' to this referendum!''
[effect] the legal position of Lesser Bigtopia is uncertain following @@LEADER@@'s refusal to allow them to join the @@TYPE@@.

Very crisp, effective option 3. It has been implemented wholly in the issue.

Any other commentary?

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

I have been wondering if the use of the word ''Anschluss'' is too.... charged. You see, it is in this context vaguely similar, but I am wondering if there might maybe be a better term out there for me to use in this title. Of course, if it isn't a problem, then I'll keep it and submit it tomorrow.

[Golgothastan]

Anschluss is a very particular term. To those who are familiar with German and Austrian history, it will have connotations of Naxi annexation. To those not familiar, it will be incomprehensible. Either way, I would suggest using a different name.

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

Anschluss is a very particular term. To those who are familiar with German and Austrian history, it will have connotations of Naxi annexation. To those not familiar, it will be incomprehensible. Either way, I would suggest using a different name.

Can't find a particularly good term, but you are right that ''Anschluss'' is too Nazi.

Still on the look-out for that sweet word that would be ideal for this title though.

[Haleytinium]

Instead of "anschluss" use the term "annex". It's English and there are no bad connotations

[Icrum]

[option] "It'll be good to reunite with our ethnic kin!" cries your heavily tattooed cousin "I've been telling you for years to annex that place! Same language, same faith, same culture, the place just makes perfect sense to be a part of our glorious @@TYPE@@. It's been so long, why wait for the referendum when you can just annex them now! I'm sure they'll love it. Well, except maybe in that small Liliputian province of theirs, but who cares about such sub-humans like Liliputians anyways?"
[effect] @@NATION@@ has invaded and conquered its little brother.

I think that'll look better for option 1.

[Czechostan]

[option] "It'll be good to reunite with our ethnic kin!" cries your heavily tattooed cousin "I've been telling you for years to annex that place! Same language, same faith, same culture, the place just makes perfect sense to be a part of our glorious @@TYPE@@. It's been so long, why wait for the referendum when you can just annex them now! I'm sure they'll love it. Well, except maybe in that small Liliputian province of theirs, but who cares about such sub-humans like Liliputians anyways?"
[effect] @@NATION@@ has invaded and conquered its little brother.

I think that'll look better for option 1.

@@NAME@@ is correct, not @@NATION@@
viewtopic.php?f=13&t=80

[Icrum]

I think that'll look better for option 1.

@@NAME@@ is correct, not @@NATION@@
http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=13&t=80

Right.......

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

[option] "It'll be good to reunite with our ethnic kin!" cries your heavily tattooed cousin "I've been telling you for years to annex that place! Same language, same faith, same culture, the place just makes perfect sense to be a part of our glorious @@TYPE@@. It's been so long, why wait for the referendum when you can just annex them now! I'm sure they'll love it. Well, except maybe in that small Liliputian province of theirs, but who cares about such sub-humans like Liliputians anyways?"
[effect] @@NATION@@ has invaded and conquered its little brother.

I think that'll look better for option 1.

Added those edits I liked.

Anything else, or is it submission worthy? Still looking for a good title, but then again I like the one I have....

[Omigodtheykilledkenny]

Take out the Bigtopia and replace it with the NAME variable. I have to agree, using that name makes little sense.

EDIT: I also don't understand the "United States" in the title.

[Golgothastan]

There's a bit of a disconnect between the issue and the options. In the issue, the Lesser Whatevers are holding a referendum on whether to join @@NAME@@. So why would the military rush an invasion? Why is it even @@NAME@@'s decision to make? In option 3, the advisor says: Say 'no' to this referendum! - but, it's Lesser Whatever that's holding the referendum. @@LEADER@@ doesn't have any say in it.

[Valrifell]

There's a bit of a disconnect between the issue and the options. In the issue, the Lesser Whatevers are holding a referendum on whether to join @@NAME@@. So why would the military rush an invasion? Why is it even @@NAME@@'s decision to make? In option 3, the advisor says: Say 'no' to this referendum! - but, it's Lesser Whatever that's holding the referendum. @@LEADER@@ doesn't have any say in it.

They have to choose whether or not to accept the new territory, don't they? They could easily not acknowledge the referendum and refuse to allow them to merge.

[Australian rePublic]

The effect for option 3 is not good. The legal stance IS clear. They're a seperate nation. End of discussion

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

Edited.

There's a bit of a disconnect between the issue and the options. In the issue, the Lesser Whatevers are holding a referendum on whether to join @@NAME@@. So why would the military rush an invasion? Why is it even @@NAME@@'s decision to make? In option 3, the advisor says: Say 'no' to this referendum! - but, it's Lesser Whatever that's holding the referendum. @@LEADER@@ doesn't have any say in it.

They have to choose whether or not to accept the new territory, don't they? They could easily not acknowledge the referendum and refuse to allow them to merge.

^This is what it is about. It's more about acceptance of the referendum, which would very much be in @@LEADER@@'s decision-making sphere. Option 1 is ''we are impatient, invade!'', option 2 is ''We want them to join! Campaign for it''. Option 3 is ''They are a separate country, don't let them join us!''.

I wonder what I ought to change in order to reflect this?

The effect for option 3 is not good. The legal stance IS clear. They're a seperate nation. End of discussion

Good call. Edited to address.

[Fin Dovah Junaar]

Try Lesser Bigtopia as the name so you can keep the running joke going.

But that is not the point of this issue. Unless your nation is Bigtopia, then it would defeat the purpose/idea of this issue.

It doesn't work with all nation names.

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

But that is not the point of this issue. Unless your nation is Bigtopia, then it would defeat the purpose/idea of this issue.

It doesn't work with all nation names.

It's unfortunate that not all nations will have it sound good, but oh well. The issue won't look good with my nation's name, so I know the feeling, but it's a small price to pay for most nations to enjoy a slightly more personalized issue. That's my feeling anyway.

Any last comments before I submit this?

[Australian rePublic]

Why does it need to be personalised? There are a few real life examples this could apply to, and they all have completely different names to their laeger counterparts.

[Annihilators of Chan Island]

Why does it need to be personalised? There are a few real life examples this could apply to, and they all have completely different names to their laeger counterparts.

True, true.

I've added a poll to settle this question once and for all. Enjoy!

Apart from (I hope) your vote in the poll, anything else, or is this submission worthy?