The Progress of the Minnow, August 2017

[Communist Stephen Colbert]

People's Republic of Lazarus

Ahhh hello again, my dearest Minnows. This is your proletarian hero, C. S. Colbert. I must first apologize to the Minnows of Lazarus for my...Lack of presence. The airwalkers have caused me great inconveniences, and these obstacles have kept us separated for far too long.

As is standard with the Vox Protocol it is my purpose and priority to bring the Will of the Glorious Chairman Milograd and news of the Infinite Revolution to all of the proletariat. Unfortunately the Glorious Chairman's last transmission from his command bunker in the South Pacific Socialist Republic was received... Nine hundred ninety-seven days ago... Only a short while. Once the weak and scattered remnants of the air mafia in The South Pacific are removed by the Revolutionary Army of the South Pacific the Glorious Chairman is sure to reestablish contact. In the meantime it is my order to share the latest news from People's Revolutionary Commissariat.

Airwalkers Attack People's Republic

In recent weeks a sickening airwalker plot was exposed by brave comrades within the People's Republic. Several trusted natives attempted to remove the rightful PRL Chairman, Funkadelia, for the ultimate purpose of installing an oligarchy. The so called "Resistance" is nothing more than a gang of common criminals backed by foreign imperialists and oligarchs. These radical malcontents don't care about the Minnow. They don't care about Lazarus. These hostile invades aim to subvert the proletariat of Lazarus once more. Those who lead the resistance would see the influence of the Minnow exploited and hoarded by a distant forum government.

Thankfully PRL Chairman Funkadelia and the unquestionably loyal operatives of the People's Covert Bureau uncovered and dismantled the enemy movement. At this time the reactionary camp maintains a weak holdout in the so called Lazarene Exiles region. This den of corruption and hatred is mired in instability and violence, reminding us all that there truly is no honor amongst thieves. Despite claiming to be the legitimate government of Lazarus, the resistance remains weak and isolated. Even with mercenaries from the Not-So-New Pathetic Order, the terrorist "Coalition" of TSP, and various other imperialist factions from across NS pledging support, the counter-revolutionaries have been losing ground rapidly. It is only a short matter of time before peace is fully resorted in the People's Republic!

To speed up the collapse of the airbender mafia, the Committee of Defense has made the following request:

ENDORSE the following nations: Funkadelia, Killer Kitty, and Scum.

UNENDORSE the following nations: Courlany, Loftegen, Doperland, Skadifron, Ikania, Pherttsylvania, Wintermoot III, Alunya, and Amerion.

- CoD Spokesman Scum


The Happiness of Minnows


A new report from the Committee of the Interior shows that Minnows from across the South Pacific Socialist Republic and the People's Republic of Lazarus are incredibly happy! For these past few years our two regions have grown rapidly, free from the decadent and corrupt influences of userite forum jockeys.

Is it really any wonder? The Glorious Chairman Milograd always said that the collectivization of the Minnows' influence would produce a strong, active region. This has proven to be quite true, with all Minnows sharing a very equal distribution of power. This,in addition to a socialized communal forum, empowers the Minnow in a way that no other system of government can. The power of the proletariat is far stronger than any slave driven oligarchy or empire could dream to be.


Strength and freedom yield happiness while oppression and exploitation yield sadness and anxiety. It is clear which we have here in our Glorious region. It is the Will of our Glorious Chairman Milograd to spread the Revolution...To share this happiness with any and all!

The Noose Tightens

The Committee of the Exterior and the Committee of Defense have made several joint reports regarding the state of the Revolution abroad.

As we speak, units of the People's Revolutionary Army(SPSR) and the People's Liberation Army(PRL) are surrounding and destroying the last bastions of imperialist forces across the GCRs. From the decaying and neglected halls of the Pacific to the trenches of the Warzones the Minnows have begun to rise. Like a tsunami of Glory the Revolution washes away all in it's path. The imperialists and their prop mercenaries will be removed from NS...Forever.

Its time to part now, you and I, but don't dispair my dear Minnow. Rejoice in our victories. Your victories. Fly your Red Banners high. Fly them for ten-thousand updates and ten-thousand more!

HAIL THE PRL!!
HAIL THE MINNOW!
HAIL PRL CHAIRMAN FUNKADELIA!!!
HAIL THE GLORIOUS CHAIRMAN MILOGRAD!!!!


Additional Information:
Contact
Nation - Communist Stephen Colbert
Discord - C. S. Colbert#5753
Offsite - Account on PRL Communal Forum
Offsite - Account on SPSR Communal forum

[Altmoras]

See this is what I'm talking about, quality propaganda.

[Mostly Benevolent Tyranny]

See this is what I'm talking about, quality propaganda.

Right? An absolutely fantastic read!

[Eluvatar]

Of course there are hardly as many Minnows anymore >.>

[Consular]

What about the zeros? They never get any attention!

[Catalyse]

Of course there are hardly as many Minnows anymore >.>

It's the thought that counts?

[Escade]

Oh humor, you fine thing.

Propaganda points:

& Then There Was This:

[Pergamon]

Do you have actual evidence that the Pacific has been hired as mercenary by those "forces"?

Empty propaganda.

[Mostly Benevolent Tyranny]

Do you have actual evidence that the Pacific has been hired as mercenary by those "forces"?

Empty propaganda.

No point in asking if you're merely going dismiss the statement out of hand

[Pergamon]

Do you have actual evidence that the Pacific has been hired as mercenary by those "forces"?

Empty propaganda.

No point in asking if you're merely going dismiss the statement out of hand

No. It just implies that there can't be evidence because there is none. The statement in this pamphlet is totally pointless.

[Mostly Benevolent Tyranny]

No point in asking if you're merely going dismiss the statement out of hand

No. It just implies that there can't be evidence because there is none. The statement in this pamphlet is totally pointless.

Oh, wait for his answer. You can't at all be sure that there's no evidence

[Funkadelia]

Do you have actual evidence that the Pacific has been hired as mercenary by those "forces"?

Empty propaganda.

I don't know, but it's curious that you've taken to posting pro-conspirator spouting on our regional message board. Didn't you learn not to have such a big mouth the last time you got slapped for it?

[Ikania]

Do you have actual evidence that the Pacific has been hired as mercenary by those "forces"?

Empty propaganda.

I don't know, but it's curious that you've taken to posting pro-conspirator spouting on our regional message board. Didn't you learn not to have such a big mouth the last time you got slapped for it?

All I see is a Francoist defending his ideology from attacks authored by a foreign puppet. Don't pick a fight with a Pacifican over his doctrine applied to the current situation and call him a sympathizer when you bait him into debating the merits of your own feederite creds.

[Kylia Quilor]

The thing I want to have happen out of this whole mess is that whichever side wins, the other one maintains a government in exile in another region for at least a year, and maybe even manages to pull off retaking the region, or give a good second go at it. I want to see this thing last in some form for a while, because I want a meaningful GCR government in exile to be a real thing damnit! hasn't happened in ages.

[Dysmastan]

The thing I want to have happen out of this whole mess is that whichever side wins, the other one maintains a government in exile in another region for at least a year, and maybe even manages to pull off retaking the region, or give a good second go at it. I want to see this thing last in some form for a while, because I want a meaningful GCR government in exile to be a real thing damnit! hasn't happened in ages.

That's a very twisted desire. May I suggest pursuing something else?

[Pergamon]

Do you have actual evidence that the Pacific has been hired as mercenary by those "forces"?

Empty propaganda.

I don't know, but it's curious that you've taken to posting pro-conspirator spouting on our regional message board. Didn't you learn not to have such a big mouth the last time you got slapped for it?

There is no pro-conspirator spouting from my side. I just mentioned that you are part of LWU, if this is a conspiracy then you should rather think about quitting LWU. Thank you very much.
Also: You all seem to have the wrong perspective that "I got slapped" for something - I wasn't punished and all that happened was done with my agreement.

There is only one single way some Userite snitches won't ever have to deal with me anymore, which would be the destruction of the New Pacific Order, which won't happen anytime soon. You see, the feederite throne is built on very principles that make up an impenetrable foundation of steel and concrete. Have fun with your house of cards you built your throne upon regardless.

[Kylia Quilor]

The thing I want to have happen out of this whole mess is that whichever side wins, the other one maintains a government in exile in another region for at least a year, and maybe even manages to pull off retaking the region, or give a good second go at it. I want to see this thing last in some form for a while, because I want a meaningful GCR government in exile to be a real thing damnit! hasn't happened in ages.

That's a very twisted desire. May I suggest pursuing something else?

I'm not pursuing it. I'm just an amused observer. And so I enjoy political machinations and drama, and the idea of a functioning GCR government in exile lasting and being effective for a long while is very interesting thing I'd love to see in action.

[Polldger]

The thing I want to have happen out of this whole mess is that whichever side wins, the other one maintains a government in exile in another region for at least a year, and maybe even manages to pull off retaking the region, or give a good second go at it. I want to see this thing last in some form for a while, because I want a meaningful GCR government in exile to be a real thing damnit! hasn't happened in ages.

I share the same view. It'll be an interesting concept to see actually happen.

[Ikania]

The thing I want to have happen out of this whole mess is that whichever side wins, the other one maintains a government in exile in another region for at least a year, and maybe even manages to pull off retaking the region, or give a good second go at it. I want to see this thing last in some form for a while, because I want a meaningful GCR government in exile to be a real thing damnit! hasn't happened in ages.

I share the same view. It'll be an interesting concept to see actually happen.

We have no intention of giving up any time soon.

[Kylia Quilor]

I share the same view. It'll be an interesting concept to see actually happen.

We have no intention of giving up any time soon.

What's the state of your internal political organization? Is the Celestial-Union-in-Exile fully functioning and engaging in much of the stuff a regional government does? Or at least on the way to that?

[Ikania]

We have no intention of giving up any time soon.

What's the state of your internal political organization? Is the Celestial-Union-in-Exile fully functioning and engaging in much of the stuff a regional government does? Or at least on the way to that?

I would say yes on all counts. We're wrapping up our selections of judges and the next Celestial Being, and planning cultural works to keep the vibe going long after the Triumvirate declares any kind of victory. We have a clearly define rank system and a large host of active members, so I'm optimistic. We are, after all, more or less the entirety of the Lazarene community.

[Cormactopia Prime]

We are, after all, more or less the entirety of the Lazarene community.

Communities can be replaced. A large chunk of the Osiran community refused to join the new government created in April 2016, but first of all we barely missed them because most of them weren't contributing anything to begin with (Jesus Whale himself had only 244 posts over the span of two years). I know there are several similar situations with the Lazarene "resistance." Secondly, they were replaced by more active contributors, many of whom we now see in government in Osiris (Syberis, Adytus, Altino, et al). Those folks are now pillars of the Osiran community who are actually contributing something.

It could be that none of these people would have have ended up in Osiris if it had remained the dysfunctional, inactive mess it was prior to the April 2016 creation of a new government. Instead, their inactive, power-hungry predecessors would still be there. I personally think we got the better end of that deal in Osiris, and I suspect the same will end up being true in Lazarus when all is said and done. Meanwhile, I don't expect the "resistance" to last more than another couple weeks or so, particularly if the endorsement gap continues to widen again or the Undead Dominion is able to remove its major points of opposition (Courlany, Loftegen, et al). In the end, all of this will be much better for Lazarus than the dysfunction of the recent past.

[Amerion]

I would like some clarification from you, Cormac, if you would be so kind.

What do you mean by dysfunction?

[Cormactopia Prime]

I would like some clarification from you, Cormac, if you would be so kind.

What do you mean by dysfunction?

A few non-exhaustive examples of what I mean by dysfunction:

Changing themes as often as you change socks, badly written laws as a result of amending or completely overhauling them too frequently, frequent inactivity and/or resignation of your Delegates, the weird non-Delegate head of state concept, and overall community inactivity much of the time.

[Amerion]

I would like some clarification from you, Cormac, if you would be so kind.

What do you mean by dysfunction?

Changing themes as often as you change socks, badly written laws as a result of amending or completely overhauling them too frequently, frequent inactivity and/or resignation of your Delegates, the weird non-Delegate head of state concept, and overall community inactivity much of the time.

In roughly 2.5 years of stability since the NLO, we had two theme changes. We began with the Humane Republic of Lazarus, following which, we subtly tweaked it to the Mystical Realms of Lazarus (which was done to give us mini-states, something like NPO's provinces), and at the beginning of 2017, we moved onwards to the Celestial Union of Lazarus (a space theme). The laws were not a major issue for two years, until we discovered there was a discrepancy with judicial confirmations/elections. The Delegate thing, yeah, I'll give you that In fact, had Funk not maintained a presence on Discord, it would have been likely that he himself would have had a Motion of No Confidence submitted against him (as he did nothing tangible as Delegate during his tenure). However, it was hardly dysfunction as they (Delegates in general) rarely did anything, all matters were handled by the legislature in one way or another. The non-Delegate head of state concept was new but that, in and of itself, is not quantifiable as contributing to any alleged state of dysfunction; it is more to do with one's personal preference. Likewise, I strongly dispute your allegation of community inactivity. Lazarus is a sinker, and as all sinkers, we suffered through the usual bouts of inactivity. Case in point, based on my experience in Osiris and Lazarus (the only two sinkers I've been in), the former (whose OFO was founded, and please correct me if I'm wrong, in December 2013) has some 69,000 forum posts; while the later (founded in - if I recall correctly - March 2015) has 68,000 forum posts.

Objectively, the measures of dysfunction are not a set standard and as such, are largely based on one's own personal preference. However, I submit that (pre-coup) Lazarus was a strong institution which, given amendments to the constitution (of which, had been preliminary agreed to by members of both sides), would have been successful to this day.

I do not dispute that the Undead Dominion may be successful. I am neither a prophet nor am I so set in my ways that I would refute the possibility of such a result. Nevertheless, I do think that one should have the decency to not pretend the reasons for their coup. It was to - and I quote Funk's election platform - 'spice things up.' And based on the numerous GP threads dedicated to this crisis, I think it is fair to say recent events have been rather dramatic.

Edit: corrected two spelling mistakes