Embassy of the NPO

[Yokiria]

says the one who's been playing this game since before 2004

Indeed. I am familiar with the jokes. Not sure of your point.

LD's point in saying that was to be humorous. Whether that worked or not is up to interpretation.

[The Seeker of Power]

That was an attempt at humour?

Don't get me wrong, I'm all easy going and what not, but that wasn't humorous whatsoever :/

[Yokiria]

And so it has been decreed by Elegarth.

Lord Dominator, forfeit your jokes permit immediately.

[Lord Dominator]

I blame Ivan, he pre-empted me finishing it

[The Gilded Star]

Ivan Moldavi: The Indomitable Slayer of Jokes

[Pierconium]

Ivan Moldavi: The Indomitable Slayer of Jokes

Sounds about right.

[Lord Dominator]

"NPO Consul Claims to Lack Sense of Humor, World Not Surprised"

[Pierconium]

"NPO Consul Claims to Lack Sense of Humor, World Not Surprised"

This made me smile.

[Lord Dominator]

"NPO Consul Claims to Lack Sense of Humor, World Not Surprised"

This made me smile.

Aside from the instant contradiction, you are welcome

[The Seeker of Power]

And so it has been decreed by Elegarth.

Lord Dominator, forfeit your jokes permit immediately.

I'm a giver of chances! He can try again

[Lord Dominator]

And so it has been decreed by Elegarth.

Lord Dominator, forfeit your jokes permit immediately.

I'm a giver of chances! He can try again

You couldn't catch me anyways to take my joke permit, so no need

[The Gilded Star]

I'm a giver of chances! He can try again

Somewhere, the man once known as the Tyrant of the Pacific is sharpening his blade, Mirthsbane, his ardent motions belying his solemn expression. He knew this day would come again, and he is ready. He is always ready. For as long as Ivan Moldavi walks the earth, fun will not be suffered to live.

[Pierconium]

I'm a giver of chances! He can try again

Somewhere, the man once known as the Tyrant of the Pacific is sharpening his blade, Mirthsbane, his ardent motions belying his solemn expression. He knew this day would come again, and he is ready. He is always ready. For as long as Ivan Moldavi walks the earth, fun will not be suffered to live.

I would read this book.

[The Gilded Star]

As dusk set upon the land of Osines, the capital of Rojolto was slowly engulfed by the shadows of the encroaching night. The once bustling streets were now eerily bare and lifeless, the city an empty husk of what it once was. Not even the wind's howl dared to intrude upon this sanctum of silence, though it was not long before a brief sound did echo through the walls of the city once last time; the sound of paper ripping.

Ivan Moldavi stood motionlessly near a wall, the parchment he had torn from it clenched tightly in his fist. Though he had glanced at the poster only briefly, its infernal image was burned vividly into his mind. It was the callsign of his eternal arch nemesis, infamously known as the Lord Dominator, but Ivan knew them for their more insidious titles. The Vaudeville Vizier. The Riddling Raider. The Lazrene Laughter. He would never forget the symbolism of that black bird of prey dressed comically in small human clothes.

Ivan took one last glance at the town now known only to ghosts and memories, a sight well familiar to him. It was always the same. Lord Dominator would stroll into these lands with their raiding band, subject the natives to death by laughter, and then move on, leaving behind nothing but a barren, bleak land. However, the retired Tyrant did not mourn the fallen. His quest was not for them; his vengeance fueled not by their loss. No, it was because he found the Lord Dominator's jokes just so insufferably terrible, and he simply could not stand sharing his world with one so dreadful any longer.

Adjusting his armor and blade, Ivan Moldavi set forth once more, the dead city already forgotten in his mind. Though Lord Dominator was a quick one, Ivan knew he would close in on his hated enemy before long. He would not rest, he would not stop, until the laughter and joy of Lord Dominator was put to an ignominious end once and for all.

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I'll stop here as to not derail the thread with a novella, but writing this brief excerpt was too fun to resist.

[Pierconium]

Ha! Thanks for that (and for keeping it short). It is very good.

[Lord Dominator]

Agreed, that is indeed most

Edit: I believe it is relevant to note that TvTropes has the original LD as the "Goddess of Evil With Bad Tastes In Jokes"

[Lyrical International Brigade]

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Caution: the TV Tropes link redirected to a malicious phone-attacking spam site.

[Jar Wattinree]

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Caution: the TV Tropes link redirected to a malicious phone-attacking spam site.

TV Tropes on mobile is notorious for that happening.

[Lord Dominator]

It works just fine for me yeah.
(Methinks we should probably move this over to Neutral Ground if this discussion is to continue...)

[East Durthang]

Following a month of discussion and input from the Pacifican Senate and citizenry, we have rewritten and modernized the New Pacific Order's Articles of Government. Today I am pleased to announce the signing of the new Charter of the New Pacific Order into law. Gone are the days of the Pacifican citizenry's lack of participation in the Pacific's governance, legislative verbosity, and antiquated philosophies.

In the coming weeks we will be introducing additional new legislation defining the government offices and institutions comprising the New Pacific Order, haphazardly followed unwritten expectations, and entirely new policies.

The new Charter of the New Pacific Order is as follows:

Preamble

We, the nations of the Pacific, in order to promote peace, strength, and prosperity, form this New Pacific Order. So that the sovereignty of our region will be forever resilient, we commit ourselves to these articles of governance.

Article I - Structure

1. The Emperor and Regent

The Emperor is the sovereign of the New Pacific Order and leads the affairs of the Pacific and its government. Barring exceptional circumstances, the Emperor will also serve as the World Assembly Delegate. As the final and absolute authority within the Pacific, the Emperor maintains veto privileges for any and all legal, operational and functional actions. The Emperor will retain the office for life or until resignation, upon which they will name their successor.

The Regent is named by the Emperor and will ascend to the throne should the Emperor cease to exist without naming a successor. Should the Regent also fall inactive at this time, a majority vote by the Senate will decide the Emperor's successor. In the event the Emperor disappears in an unexplained absence, the Regent will temporarily execute the administrative duties of the office of the Emperor in their stead.

2. Government

The Emperor can create, alter, or abolish any office; appoint or dismiss any member of the Order to any office; and delegate power to any office to the extent that he or she deems appropriate. Such offices may, at the Emperor's discretion, create subordinate positions, delegate power to said positions, and appoint members of the Order to them.

3. Citizens and The Body Republic

Any nation residing in the Pacific may apply for citizenship in the New Pacific Order, which will be granted at the discretion of the Government. Unless an exception is granted by the Government, citizens will be required to maintain membership in the World Assembly and endorse the World Assembly Delegate. In rare circumstances, such as a transition between Emperors, citizens will also be expected to endorse the Delegate-Select. All citizens in good standing will hold a seat in the Body Republic and may contribute their input to the governance of the New Pacific Order. Members of the Body Republic will have the chance to discuss and comment on all applications for citizenship.

4. Residents

Residents are non-citizen nations in the Pacific and subject to the laws of the New Pacific Order.

Article II - Laws

The Government will maintain a public record of all laws for the Body Republic and Residents of the Pacific.

Members of the Body Republic may bring legislative proposals before the Body Republic for discussion. The Government will make every reasonable effort to solicit feedback from the Body Republic before enacting new laws, amending existing laws, or nullifying existing laws.

Article III - Justice

1. Enforcement of Laws

Any citizen punished by the Government under the laws of the Order may submit an appeal to the Government.

When the Government identifies nefarious actors, it will notify the Body Republic and government officials of affected regions.

2. Expulsion

Any member of the Body Republic can submit a motion to expel a fellow member for just reason to the Body Republic. For the motion to carry, a supermajority (75% + 1) of the voting members must vote in favor of the expulsion. Expulsion votes will last for 3 days (72 hours). A motion for expulsion requires at least 10% +1 of the Body Republic to vote to carry. Before any voting begins, there will be a discussion period of 3 days (72 hours), during which time the Body Republic will discuss the merits of the motion and the member may have the opportunity to defend him or herself.

The Emperor and Regent cannot be expelled from the Order by Body Republic vote. The Emperor can pardon any member that is expelled via this process. The Emperor can expel any member without a vote.

Article IV - Amendments

Any member of the Body Republic can submit a motion to amend the Charter to the Body Republic. Discussion will take place for a period of 5 days (120 hours). For an amendment to be ratified, a supermajority (75% + 1) of the voting members must vote in support of it. Amendment votes will last for 3 days (72 hours). A motion to amend the Charter requires at least 10% +1 of the Body Republic to vote on it to be ratified. Each proposed change to the Charter in an Article IV amendment motion requires a separate vote within the Article IV amendment thread to be ratified.

The Emperor must consent to all amendments to the Charter. If the Emperor vetoes an amendment, he or she must publicly explain the reasons for the veto to the Body Republic.

Signed on behalf of the New Pacific Order,

East Durthang, Emperor
Pierconium, Consul
Jar Wattinree, Tribune
Shnailand, Censor
Japanese Schoolgirls, Pontifex Maximus
Xoriet and The Seeker of Power, Legati

[Aclion]

The New New Pacific Order?

[The Tri State Area and Maine]

Citizens don't even gain any more power. I guess they can formally suggest stuff to the Emperor, but that's about it.

If anything, this probably worsens the issue of democracy, as the Emperor now has a way to figure out who the opposition is.

[Airengard]

Citizens don't even gain any more power. I guess they can formally suggest stuff to the Emperor, but that's about it.

If anything, this probably worsens the issue of democracy, as the Emperor now has a way to figure out who the opposition is.

If what you're trying to imply is that the Emperor can then kick out the opposition, then please don't even bother. That is a beyond refuted argument considering that there are members of the NPO currently who openly disagree with some of the ideologies.

[Aclion]

Citizens don't even gain any more power. I guess they can formally suggest stuff to the Emperor, but that's about it.

If anything, this probably worsens the issue of democracy, as the Emperor now has a way to figure out who the opposition is.

If what you're trying to imply is that the Emperor can then kick out the opposition, then please don't even bother. That is a beyond refuted argument considering that there are members of the NPO currently who openly disagree with some of the ideologies.

The Emperor can expel any member without a vote.

[Airengard]

If what you're trying to imply is that the Emperor can then kick out the opposition, then please don't even bother. That is a beyond refuted argument considering that there are members of the NPO currently who openly disagree with some of the ideologies.

The Emperor can expel any member without a vote.

And where does that at all contradict what I said? Can has never meant will. The Emperor has always been able to do it and yet they still remain. This is a beyond dead argument.