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NationStates Flag Bracket II (Congratulations to Albali!)

Postby The Cosmic Mainframe » Fri May 01, 2020 5:21 am

NationStates Flag Bracket II

Awards Ceremony

Flag Bracket II is over! Please give a virtual round of applause for our top 8 and our winner, Fallen Albali, with their submission The Albalian Kingdom!

And please upvote the celebratory dispatch: https://www.nationstates.net/page=dispatch/id=1429862


Congratulations to the submitters of our top 8 flags and our 16 Honorable Mentions!
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From late last February to the end of last April, I ran the first NationStates Flag Bracket. It was a much greater success than I anticipated, and clearly, there was demand for this type of competition. A lot of players wanted to submit flags but couldn't, and others wanted to submit different ones than what they had submitted, so it's only fair that they had an opportunity to do so. It's time for NationStates Flag Bracket II.

This competition aims to conclusively answer the question: what is the best flag on NationStates? Every day, two flags will be matched against each other to determine which one is the superior flag. Whichever flag gets more votes will win the round and continue onto the next stage of the bracket. The one that has fewer votes is eliminated. Eventually, only the best flags of this site will remain. The submitters of the top 8 flags will receive a legendary trading card as a reward for each flag.

NationStates Flag Bracket I

Final Round: The Albalian Kingdom (by Fallen Albali) defeats Samantha-Higgs (by Valentine Z) 24-8.
Semifinals Match 2: Three-way match: Samantha-Higgs (by Valentine Z) wins, Esceanian Union (by Paradeavenlisian States) is second and Kycci Province (by Onocarcass) is third; vote total is 18-9-5.
Semifinals Match 1: Three-way match: The Albalian Kingdom (by Fallen Albali) wins, Paradeavenlisian States - Main Flag is second and Sildorian Empire is third; vote total is 13-8-5.
Top 8 Match 4: Esceanian Union (by Paradeavenlisian States) defeats Alanis Star (by Valentine Z) 20-5.
Top 8 Match 3: Samantha-Higgs (by Valentine Z) ties with Kycci Province (by Onocarcass) 20-20.
Top 8 Match 2: The Albalian Kingdom (by Fallen Albali) defeats Bloodshade 14-11.
Top 8 Match 1: Sildorian Empire ties with Paradeavenlisian States - Main Flag 16-16.
Top 16 Match 8: The Albalian Kingdom (by Fallen Albali) defeats Ialvarith (by Khoronzon) 20-5.
Top 16 Match 7: Alanis Star (by Valentine Z) defeats Zeptov Province (by Onocarcass) 16-13.
Top 16 Match 6: Samantha-Higgs (by Valentine Z) defeats Northern Federation (by Greater Cosmicium) 16-5.
Top 16 Match 5: Esceanian Union (by Paradeavenlisian States) defeats South Pacific (by Drongonia) 13-7.
Top 16 Match 4: Paradeavenlisian States - Main Flag defeats Fars - Beneficent Trinity (by Vidinaz) 9-7.
Top 16 Match 3: Bloodshade defeats Drongonia - Alternate 15-5.
Top 16 Match 2: Three-way match: Sildorian Empire wins, Trymia (by Thakia) is second, and Garden at 6th Mile Road (by Valentine Z) is third; vote total is 9-8-3.
Top 16 Match 1: Three-way match: Kycci Province (by Onocarcass) wins, Ensholm (by New Spiedska) is second, and Duolin - Midnight (by Diarcesia) is third; vote total is 11-4-2.
Top 32 Match 16: Samantha-Higgs (by Valentine Z) defeats Solaurora (by New Solaurora) 12-10.
Top 32 Match 15: Bloodshade defeats Paradisia Heavenlonia Stralisia Union (by Paradeavenlisian States) 14-10.
Top 32 Match 14: Drongonia - Alternate defeats Barfleur 16-9.
Top 32 Match 13: The Albalian Kingdom (by Fallen Albali) defeats Onocarcass 18-10.
Top 32 Match 12: Ialvarith (by Khoronzon) defeats The Cosmic Mainframe 8-7.
Top 32 Match 11: South Pacific (by Drongonia) defeats Paradeavenlisian States - Alternate 10-6.
Top 32 Match 10: Esceanian Union (by Paradeavenlisian States) defeats Huktharia (by Thakia) 13-4.
Top 32 Match 9: Paradeavenlisian States - Main Flag defeats South Reinkalistan - Main Flag 13-3.
Top 32 Match 8: Alanis Star (by Valentine Z) defeats Satra (by New Spiedska) 13-6.
Top 32 Match 7: Kycci Province (by Onocarcass) defeats Onfande 15-5.
Top 32 Match 6: Fars - Beneficent Trinity (by Vidinaz) defeats Albion (by Sildorian Empire) 10-7.
Top 32 Match 5: Garden at 6th Mile Road (by Valentine Z) defeats Azania - Alternate 16-8.
Top 32 Match 4: Zeptov Province (by Onocarcass) defeats Libstasia (by Drongonia) 13-12.
Top 32 Match 3: Sildorian Empire ties with Trymia (by Thakia) 16-16.
Top 32 Match 2: Three-way match: Northern Federation (by Greater Cosmicium) wins, Dyota-Metura Province (by Onocarcass) and Vidinaz - Star of Discovery tie for second; vote total is 10-5-5.
Top 32 Match 1: Three-way match: Ensholm (by New Spiedska) and Duolin - Midnight (by Diarcesia) tie for first, The Perpetual Peace - Alternate is third; vote total is 12-12-2.
Top 64 Match 32: Sildorian Empire defeats Hiems - Old Main Flag 18-7.
Top 64 Match 31: Drongonia - Alternate defeats Two-Oh-Four (by Dukin Donuts) 15-7.
Top 64 Match 30: Fars - Beneficent Trinity (by Vidinaz) defeats Greater Cosmicium - Eagle-Star Cross 14-8.
Top 64 Match 29: Paradisia Heavenlonia Stralisia Union (by Paradeavenlisian States) defeats Fifth Imperial Remnant (by Dukin Donuts) 17-4.
Top 64 Match 28: The Cosmic Mainframe defeats Duolin - Daylight (by Diarcesia) 12-11.
Top 64 Match 27: Onocarcass defeats Czisra (by Astoria) 19-4.
Top 64 Match 26: Trymia (by Thakia) defeats Apabeossie 13-8.
Top 64 Match 25: Zeptov Province (by Onocarcass) defeats Norcott - Alternate (by Drongonia) 13-9.
Top 64 Match 24: Garden at 6th Mile Road (by Valentine Z) defeats Six Lunar Duchies (by Glurponia) 17-11.
Top 64 Match 23: Solaurora (by New Solaurora) defeats Bryttonia (by Thakia) 15-2.
Top 64 Match 22: Huktharia (by Thakia) defeats Loveday (by Apabeossie) 16-9.
Top 64 Match 21: Barfleur defeats United Republic of Yugoslavia (by Hakinda Herseyi Duymak istiyorum) 10-9.
Top 64 Match 20: Samantha-Higgs (by Valentine Z) defeats North German Realm (by Sildorian Empire) 17-5.
Top 64 Match 19: Azania - Alternate defeats Megia (by Apabeossie) 12-9.
Top 64 Match 18: Onfande defeats Parthenia (by Greenwichian Arcadia) 20-2.
Top 64 Match 17: Paradeavenlisian States - Alternate defeats Mountainia Region (by Onfande) 16-9.
Top 64 Match 16: Bloodshade defeats Nova City (by New Solaurora) 16-4.
Top 64 Match 15: Vidinaz - Star of Discovery defeats Ssejekistan (by Voxija) 15-5.
Top 64 Match 14: Esceanian Union (by Paradeavenlisian States) defeats The Albali Republic (by Fallen Albali) 15-13.
Top 64 Match 13: Alanis Star (by Valentine Z) defeats Lura 16-9.
Top 64 Match 12: Satra (by New Spiedska) defeats True New England Commonwealth (by Dukin Donuts) 12-10.
Top 64 Match 11: Albion (by Sildorian Empire) defeats Greenwichian Arcadia 13-12.
Top 64 Match 10: Libstasia (by Drongonia) defeats Third ZSeparatists 24-0.
Top 64 Match 9: Kycci Province (by Onocarcass) defeats Duolin - Honor and Legacy (by Diarcesia) 11-7.
Top 64 Match 8: South Pacific (by Drongonia) defeats Star-Flame Eagle (by Greater Cosmicium) 14-9.
Top 64 Match 7: Paradeavenlisian States - Main Flag defeats New Spiedska - Main Flag 19-2.
Top 64 Match 6: Northern Federation (by Greater Cosmicium) ties with Dyota-Metura Province (by Onocarcass) 12-12.
Top 64 Match 5: South Reinkalistan - Main Flag defeats Sahyun - Vermilion Sky (by Vidinaz) 15-12.
Top 64 Match 4: The Albalian Kingdom (by Fallen Albali) defeats Astoria - Main flag 26-9.
Top 64 Match 3: Duolin - Midnight (by Diarcesia) ties with The Perpetual Peace - Alternate 12-12.
Top 64 Match 2: Three-way match: Ialvarith (by Khoronzon) wins, Pencil Sharpeners 2 is second, and Fedele is third; vote total is 13-6-5.
Top 64 Match 1: Three-way match: Ensholm (by New Spiedska) wins, Jianghu (by The Perpetual Peace) is second, and Rusoyuz (by New Solaurora) is third; vote total is 13-4-3.
Top 128 Match 64: The Cosmic Mainframe defeats Demirestad 22-6.
Top 128 Match 63: Bloodshade defeats The Perpetual Peace - Main Flag 24-3.
Top 128 Match 62: Czisra (by Astoria) defeats Azania - Main Flag 16-9.
Top 128 Match 61: Sildorian Empire defeats Astoria - Alternate 21-3.
Top 128 Match 60: Fedele ties with Pencil Sharpeners 2 11-11.
Top 128 Match 59: Star-Flame Eagle (by Greater Cosmicium) defeats The East Pacific 16-7.
Top 128 Match 58: Paradeavenlisian States - Main Flag defeats United Republic of Freedonia (by Vaspelia) 15-4.
Top 128 Match 57: South Reinkalistan - Main Flag defeats Nappon of Threefold Riches 21-3.
Top 128 Match 56: Barfleur defeats Newark Aristocracy 19-2.
Top 128 Match 55: Parthenia (by Greenwichian Arcadia) defeats HUElavia 12-9.
Top 128 Match 54: Duolin - Midnight (by Diarcesia) defeats Hiems 22-3.
Top 128 Match 53: Third ZSeparatists defeats Haruhi Japan 10-8.
Top 128 Match 52: Trymia (by Thakia) defeats Liberal Free Socialist State (by Third ZSeparatists) 24-1.
Top 128 Match 51: Greater Cosmicium - Eagle-Star Cross defeats Duolin - All Are One (by Diarcesia) 14-7.
Top 128 Match 50: Albion (by Sildorian Empire) defeats South Reinkalistan - Crimson Standard 13-7.
Top 128 Match 49: Apabeossie defeats New Spiedska - 1785-1804 12-5.
Top 128 Match 48: Azania - Alternate defeats Crimean Republic (by Hakinda Herseyi Duymak istiyorum) 19-4.
Top 128 Match 47: Ssejekistan (by Voxija) defeats Eternia Autonomous Region (by Onfande) 14-11.
Top 128 Match 46: Mountainia Region (by Onfande) defeats Markosea (by Thakia) 15-9.
Top 128 Match 45: Satra (by New Spiedska) defeats United Republic of Cyprus (by Hakinda Herseyi Duymak istiyorum) 24-9.
Top 128 Match 44: Greenwichian Arcadia defeats Awesomeland012345 21-5.
Top 128 Match 43: Jianghu (by The Perpetual Peace) ties with Rusoyuz (by New Solaurora) 10-10.
Top 128 Match 42: Garden at 6th Mile Road (by Valentine Z) defeats People's Arab Union (by Glurponia) 19-6.
Top 128 Match 41: Esceanian Union (by Paradeavenlisian States) defeats Catalibla (by Fallen Albali) 15-12.
Top 128 Match 40: Sahyun - Vermilion Sky (by Vidinaz) defeats Black Party (by Haudegen Reich) 23-8.
Top 128 Match 39: Loveday (by Apabeossie) defeats Liberty Federation of Aurevbush (by Aurevbush) 19-11.
Top 128 Match 38: Ialvarith (by Khoronzon) defeats Five Nights At Wario's (by Haruhi Japan) 32-1.
Top 128 Match 37: Megia (by Apabeossie) defeats Ruritane (by Voxija) 13-12.
Top 128 Match 36: Onocarcass defeats Kongfuzia 21-9.
Top 128 Match 35: Onfande defeats Unity of the Khaazai (by Greater Cosmicium) 12-9.
Top 128 Match 34: The Perpetual Peace - Alternate defeats Atheist Democratic Freehold (by Third ZSeparatists) 29-6.
Top 128 Match 33: Astoria - Main flag defeats Denver Egypt (by Hammer Britannia) 30-29.
Top 128 Match 32: Northern Federation (by Greater Cosmicium) defeats Wapistan 26-4.
Top 128 Match 31: Lura defeats Clan of Holn (by Dukin Donuts) 27-3.
Top 128 Match 30: United Republic of Yugoslavia (by Hakinda Herseyi Duymak istiyorum) defeats Zaiapsol (by Third ZSeparatists) 31-2.
Top 128 Match 29: True New England Commonwealth (by Dukin Donuts) defeats Azorheim (by New Solaurora) 17-5.
Top 128 Match 28: Duolin - Honor and Legacy (by Diarcesia) defeats The Ludwigan Empire (by Haruhi Japan) 28-2.
Top 128 Match 27: Ensholm (by New Spiedska) defeats The Perpetual Death (by The Perpetual Peace) 16-7.
Top 128 Match 26: Drongonia - Alternate defeats Khoronzon - GIF 19-9.
Top 128 Match 25: Kycci Province (by Onocarcass) defeats Mondeuta and Lybraesil - Alliance Jack (by Vidinaz) 19-6.
Top 128 Match 24: Vidinaz - Star of Discovery defeats Valentine Z - Animated Flag 17-13.
Top 128 Match 23: Libstasia (by Drongonia) defeats Jinjaristan (by Gig em Aggies) 22-7.
Top 128 Match 22: The Albalian Kingdom (by Fallen Albali) defeats Tukhros (by Khoronzon) 22-3.
Top 128 Match 21: Norcott - Alternate (by Drongonia) defeats Khoronzon - Main Flag 15-12.
Top 128 Match 20: Bryttonia (by Thakia) defeats La Fiorita 25-6.
Top 128 Match 19: Zeptov Province (by Onocarcass) defeats Gran Houstonia (by Hammer Britannia) 21-8.
Top 128 Match 18: North German Realm (by Sildorian Empire) defeats Regional Triumvirate (by Haruhi Japan) 32-7.
Top 128 Match 17: Fars - Beneficent Trinity (by Vidinaz) defeats Hiems - Old Country 28-3.
Top 128 Match 16: Fifth Imperial Remnant (by Dukin Donuts) defeats Alsunova (by Zeritae) 13-11.
Top 128 Match 15: Huktharia (by Thakia) defeats Hugstopia 24-15.
Top 128 Match 14: Two-Oh-Four (by Dukin Donuts) defeats Sapporo Hyperspace Riftgate Laboratory 21-15.
Top 128 Match 13: Duolin - Daylight (by Diarcesia) defeats Glurponia 23-5.
Top 128 Match 12: Six Lunar Duchies (by Glurponia) defeats Researchers That Discovered Hiems 20-18.
Top 128 Match 11: Nova City (by New Solaurora) defeats Fallen Albali 21-17.
Top 128 Match 10: Paradisia Heavenlonia Stralisia Union (by Paradeavenlisian States) defeats High Umbra 20-13.
Top 128 Match 9: Hiems - Old Main Flag defeats Galtonel 27-8.
Top 128 Match 8: The Albali Republic (by Fallen Albali) defeats The Zravvisk 26-4.
Top 128 Match 7: South Pacific (by Drongonia) defeats Hakinda Herseyi Duymak istiyorum 33-3.
Top 128 Match 6: Solaurora (by New Solaurora) defeats Zeritae 35-6.
Top 128 Match 5: Dyota-Metura Province (by Onocarcass) defeats The Northern League (by Sildorian Empire) 26-13.
Top 128 Match 4: Samantha-Higgs (by Valentine Z) defeats Confederate American SU 34-6.
Top 128 Match 3: New Spiedska - Main Flag defeats Reconstructed Arcadia (by Greenwichian Arcadia) 40-7.
Top 128 Match 2: Alanis Star (by Valentine Z) defeats Velosia 34-31. Up to 128 flags from 53 submitters.
Top 128 Match 1: Paradeavenlisian States - Alternate defeats Tor'bana'ing (by Voxija) 38-6. Up to 125 flags from 51 submitters.
Submissions: 120 flags, 49 submitters


Rules

Contest Rules:
1. The Flag Bracket is a single-elimination bracket, eliminating flags in each match until reaching the final round, which will determine the best flag on all of NationStates.
2. Submissions close after there are 64 total flags in the competition, and the day after that, the contest will begin.
3. Each match will last a day, but may be extended if there are less than 10 votes. The losing flag will be eliminated from future rounds.
4. If there is a tie, both flags will compete in a three-way match which requires 15 votes to declare a winner.
5. The Top 8 will receive trophies in the form of images that can be placed in factbooks, websites, etc. and special lines to place in the signature. Some may also receive Epic or Legendary trading cards, depending on how many I have at the end of the bracket.

Voting and Discussion Rules:
1. Do not vote more than once.
2. If you have a position of power in a region or organization, you may not require members of that organization to vote for a specific flag or otherwise use privileges of that organization in your campaign.
3. Remember that submitted flags may be different from NS flags - look at the OP or the post announcing the match before you look at NS nations.
4. Drama from other parts of the site is not a good reason to vote against a flag. Please do not derail the thread with your disputes with another player.

Flag Rules:
1. Flags must comply with sitewide rules.
2. You may not submit the flags of real-world nations.
3. Any method of submitting a flag is okay as long as it can be embedded in the OP. This means that the flag must be an image under 1800px wide, on a site that NS allows to be embedded, and in a format that NS supports.
4. If your submitted flag can no longer be accessed, you will be required to reupload it. It is therefore recommended, but not required, that you upload your flag externally, since if you change your flag and this bracket relies on the NationStates upload, you will be required to do so anyway.
5. You may include a description of your flag, describing its meaning, IC and OOC history, and anything else about the flag.
6. There is a limit of 4 flags per *user*. This means that owners of multiple puppets cannot submit more than four puppets' flags.
7. There is a limit of 128 total submissions.
8. If there are more than 8 submissions that are not flags, they will be matched against each other whenever possible, ensuring that a non-flag has representation in the top 8.
9. You may ask to change your flag or its description at any time as long as it has not gone to a vote yet. Note that after the top 64 all submissions are locked in.

Submissions

Total: 128 flags from 53 submitters (excluding 2 withdrawn).
In Top 8: 8 flags from 6 submitters.
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Paradeavenlisian States - 3rd
The colour scheme has, perhaps, the most detailed meaning to it. Each colour represents each major native species(and sub species) and region of Paradeavenlisian States(all of which actually have good reasons involving the major habitats and cultures of Paradeavenlisian States.

The blue represents Homo Coelum, Plymnola and the ocean as blue is associated with the sea, which is also what the culture of Homo Coelum is often associated with. One reason why the blue also represents the ocean is because the vast ocean was(along with the storm)what has made Paradeavenlisian States into the truly unique and distinct nation it is today, which also explains why the blue is the biggest colour in the flag.

The green represents Homo Tierra, Belltona and the environment, particularly the vast forests as green is associated with the environment especially forests and Homo Tierra seems to have had the oldest bond with nature out of any native intelligent sentient beings. This is due to the fact that their region, Belltona, has the highest percentage of forest cover of any region. In addition, it also represents the main political party of Paradeavenlisian States: United Green Party.

The yellow represents Homo Paradis, Angelshear, as well as the strong and flexible economy of PS and vast meadows of flowers in Angelshear. The reason why it represents Homo Paradis is because of the vast amount of agriculture they had conducted historically. It also represents the tranquil beaches of Paradeavenlisian States.

The white represents the sub species of Homo Coelum(Homo Coelum Farc in Logreyhiel), Logreyhiel and white-capped mountains and volcanoes dotted across the nation. It, along with the stars in general, represent the extremely long-term peace that has been experienced throughout the archipelago.

The antlers represent the strong bond and coexistence held between the humanoids and other animals for millions of years. In addition, what many people don't seem to know is that the antlers actually also represent the phoenixes(yes, the phoenixes of Paradeavenlisian States have antlers) especially the guardian phoenixes that patrol near the storm.

The yellow outline of the shield represents the storm itself as well as all of the other defenses of Paradeavenlisian States as a whole. The stars themselves actually represent the archipelago of Paradavenlisian States as a whole and shows the stability brought and gifted to the nation as a result of these defenses. The stars also represent the peaceful unification and peaceful coexistence between the people of Paradeavenlisian States and additionally represent the 5 groups of native humanoids: Homo Sapiens, Homo Coelum, Homo Paradis, Homo Tierra and Homo Coelum (although not a seperate humanoid species, they are notably distinct from other Homo Coelum sub-species, especially culturally and morphological characteristic). Another thing that the stars represent is the Stangelic Energy which has had a huge impact on the nation.

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Esceanian Union - 4th
The red represents the phoenixes as the co-inhabitants while the blue represents the maritime culture that has been associated with the native Homo Coelum. The white stripe represents the peaceful interactions between the humanoids and the phoenixes. And, lastly, the torches represent prosperity and hope maintained throughout the Esceanian Union.

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Paradisia Heavenlonia Stralisia Union - Top 16
The red star represents Stangelic Energy and unity. It also represents the six main elemental phoenixes that roam the archipelago with the exception of the rainbow phoenix which is represented by the white stripes on the star as the creator of them. The white represents the glaciated topped and symbolic Leecona Mountains. The blue represents the vast oceans that lie beyond the archipelago while the green represents the environment.

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Paradeavenlisian States - Alternate - Top 32
The white stripes represent the three species and the equality of each of them as well as the ever-lasting peace that has existed and been maintained. The yellow torches represent equality towards all citizens of Paradeavenlisian States as well as the unity over a common goal sought for millennia; a utopia. The blue represents the maritime culture that has existed, particularly around the coastlines of the archipelago. And, of course, the green represents the vast forests that stretch out across the Poiselantican archipelago as well as the coexistence between mankind and mother nature.

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Eagle-Star Cross - Top 64
Developed around the same time as the Five-Star Cross, in 1072917, the Eagle-Star Cross has four stars, representing four of the five major races of Greater Cosmicium (Human, Khaazai, Scorpion and Dragon), the eagle, representing the power of Greater Cosmicium, and the cross representing the expanse of Greater Cosmicium. It has three colors: yellow, black and white.

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Star-Flame Eagle - Top 64
The Star-Flame Eagle, developed in 1072916, has three colors: yellow, black and white. It has six stars, representing the five major races of Greater Cosmicium (Human, Khaazai, Scorpion, Dragon and Nuironi), and one large minor race (Imizga), an eagle, representing the power of Greater Cosmicium, and a yellow background with black stripes, representing the expanse of Greater Cosmicium.

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Unity of the Khaazai - Top 128
As a replacement for the official Khaazai flag, which had a symbol more deserving of being a seal, the Unity of the Khaazai flag was created in 1072917. It has five colors: blue, dark green, light green, white and black. The saltire represents the adventurous spirit of the Khaazai, the diamond in the center represents their homeland, Nyr-Khol, the sphere-like sign represents the unity of the Khaazai, and the light green boundary around the saltire and the diamond represent the Khaazai's dedication to nature.

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Northern Federation - Top 16
This flag was created in 1978 to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Northern Federation's foundation. It consists of four colors: dark cyan, red, dark blue and white, dark cyan representing the seas the Federation borders, red the blood spilled to create the Federation, and dark blue to represent the freezing cold of the North. Inside the circle, there is a central star, representing the Capital State, and six surrounding stars, representing the six nations that form the Federation.

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True New England Commonwealth - Top 64

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Two-Oh-Four - Top 64

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Clan of Holn - Top 128

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Fifth Imperial Remnant - Top 64

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Valentine Z - Animated flag - Top 128
New and improved! And compressed down to < 30 seconds and lowered FPS to 25 in order to post it here. The high quality version can be seen here, which runs slightly slower, at 1920 x 1080 / 1080p, and at 60 fps.

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Alanis Star - 8th
The current flag of my second oldest puppet, just right after Valentine Z being my first.

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Garden at 6th Mile Road - Top 18
As going with the nature of the nation, and with its name, a simple flag for Holly and her own little dimension!

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Samantha-Higgs - 2nd
The current flag of my dictatorship nation, which I went for subtlety instead of for obviousness. The Morse Code says: "Bow down to your Eternal Ruler."

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Zeptov Province - Top 16

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Dyota-Metura Province - Top 33

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Kycci Province - 5th

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Onocarcass - Top 32

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South Reinkalistan - Main flag - Top 32
The eagle has always been an important bird to South Reinkalistan; the sword it clutches in this flag represents the nation's militarism, while the grain represents its agricultural past. The six stars in the eagle's chest represent the six provinces of the People's Federation, and the big 8-point star at the top is the "Red Star of Tosdoda", the symbol of the state religion's God.

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South Reinkalistan - Crimson Standard - Top 128

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North Germany - Top 64

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Albion - Top 32

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The Northern League - Top 128

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Sildorian Empire - 6th

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Onfande - Top 32
Ever since the Onfandeen Transition Period (2023-2035(yes, pushing back my history)), we have used this flag as a national symbol. The Onfandite flag stands for 4 things: The monarchy, the waters, the nature, and the culture. The reason that we have chosen this flag is because the former flag of Onfande was decided to no longer suit our needs, due to many in the international community saying "it looked like a badge, or a rank (https://i.imgur.com/4FBb5Oz.png)." So, this flag was created in response. It has the same dimensions of the previous flag, but is somewhat more complex. In the center of our banner, is the symbol of the current ruling family in Onfande, who are known as "the best rulers of Onfande" due to how friendly, and incorruptible they are. (excluding an incident that happened in 2033)

On the sides of the flag are a symbol of our diverse culture, with them representing our purity, and nature, but as well as the history of this nation, with much of the red color on the flag representing those who died to bring us glory. As for the main part of the flag, which is blue, it represents our nature as well, mainly the water, due to the majority of our land being on a beautiful island.

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Eternia Autonomous Region - Top 128
Eternia is the Florida of Onfande, with crazy people and intense sunshine. Purple is the Region's national color, which is why its used on the flag so much. The purple color represents the seas of Eternia, with its many destinations. The symbol in the center is the national symbol for Eternia, with the most eye-catching symbol being the Sun. Althought it doesn't look like much, the Sun represents 4 things: The history of Eternia prior to its annexation, the agreement between the president of Eternia and the king of Onfande, the beautiful place it is now, and last, the future of this place.

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Mountainia Region - Top 64
The Mountainia Region, also commonly called Syalssa by the locals, contains the most mountains in Onfande per-capita. It holds the largest peak of Onfande, Mount Olovye. This mountain is represented in the flag. Syalssa, like Eternia, is a beautiful place. Many times, you can see the Moon rise over the regional hub of Thonossie, which is represented by the star in the topleft canton of the flag.

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Barfleur - Top 32
The color gold represents the high standards of excellence to which the people hold their government. The black cross represents the junction of all the citizens under one community, and the parallel white lines represent the equality enjoyed by all citizens. The blue represents the sea and sky, and the virtue of justice. The red represents fire, blood, and the virtue of liberty.

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Ialvarith - Top 16
The flag of Ialvarith is known as the Black Sunrise, and evokes devotion to the three patron Gods of the Vaenar race as well as their people's mission to regain their lost glory. The black field represents the darkness of their late Empire's collapse, mourns its fall, and puts forth a message that the Vaenari must start anew. The sun is a symbol of the Sun-God Sshear'khaal, representing strength and enlightenment, while the intricate white lines allude to the Ice-Goddess Qrythua, representing fortitude, purity, and resolve. The positioning of the lines indicates flight, ascendance, and aspiration for the future, traits attributed to the Sky-God Saar'qathryl.

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Tukhros - Top 128
(Credit to Yegla Islands for most of the design)

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Khoronzon - Main flag - Top 128

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Khoronzon - GIF - Top 128

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Nova City - Top 64
Nova City is a world renowned hot-spot of Art Deco architecture. Its most famous example is the Century Building. An abstract depiction of the Century Building can be found on this flag.

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Rusoyuz - Top 66
A fictional nation inspired by Imperial Russia.

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Azorheim - Top 128
A fantasy version of Azorztka, a totalitarian state I made a while back. The kingdom of Adelheim was once a pleasant kingdom before being taken over by the Azor Cult. Now the kingdom has become a bleak and blood-thirsty empire ruled by a dark sorcerer.

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Solaurora - Top 32
A fantasy version of New Solaurora. The kingdom of Solaurora was founded from the kingdoms of Sol and Aurora after a decades long war. Out of fear of invading forces the two kingdoms united. Since then their cultures and peoples have blended which has further ensured their unity. This flag represents a combination of the flags of the original kingdoms.

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Apabeossie - Top 64

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Megia - Top 64

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Loveday - Top 64

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Duolin - Honor and Legacy - Top 64
Green: The forests and the farmlands
Pale yellow/gold: Milk, honey, and bounties of the land
Dark purple: The people as stewards of nature and keepers of its harmony; honor
Logo: Stylized death mask of its founder. This is a Chinese-themed nation, so this symbol is adopted as a special Chinese character representing it.

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Duolin - Daylight - Top 64
White: Clarity and truth
Three stars: The brightest stellar trio in the night sky as seen from Duolin, taken as an omen by its founders to settle there.
Spread wing outlined with dark gold: Freedom for its people to make their own living in the land, and a reference to the green owl (it's not green because it's overridden by the gold symbolism)
Gold: The symbiosis of the people and the resources of the country that ensures prosperity.

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Duolin - Midnight - Top 18
Three stars: The brightest stellar trio in the night sky as seen from Duolin, taken as an omen by its founders to settle there.
Blue: Tranquility and the many facets of life
Blue stripes on yellow: The four main rivers that traverse the land to the sea
Triangle at the bottom: Vision and resolve. The intended visual effect is for the viewer to imagine himself in a path moving forward to the horizon during nighttime. A reference to the story of Duolin's founding.

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Duolin - All Are One - Top 128
Red: The warriors
Yellow: The merchants
Purple: The priesthood
Green: The farmers, artisans, craftsmen. Those who produce resources
White star: The four historical categories of citizens work together for a common purpose (i.e. their colors combine)

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The Albali Republic - Top 64
The Albali Republic's flag consists of a stylised bird of prey, in the colours in of United Nations. Following the military coup and the end of a major galactic conflict in 2017, the Republic brought new ideals of peace and harmony to the Albalian people, which in my mind is what the UN's colours represent. The bird of prey has its origins in ancient Albalian lore, when an ancient king took a dozen of them for his pets. Since then, raptors have been associated with both power and grace, and has been a common pet for rulers embodying such qualities (and those who don't) ever since those cold, dark days of prehistory.

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Fallen Albali - Top 128
Fallen Albali's (or Roulons') flag is something of an oddity in the Albaliverse; the deep red and blue is a combination rarely seen, fitting the unusual conditions for Roulons itself. The traditional raptor has been altered almost beyond recognition, now being symmetrical and missing its head. This was to represent the battered state of Albali, but not to demoralise its citizens - instead, it was designed to unite them in the shared loss of their nation, to make them more angry at the enemy so they they would be winning to fight once more when the time for reclamation had come. The flag of the Republic is also flown above this one, to show that Roulons is still Albalian land.

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Catalibla - Top 128
Catalibla is a micronation in the Alps, and a voice of peace and harmony for Europe. The country is no stranger to servitude, having been a member state of the Holy Roman Empire, annexed into the Austro-Hungarian Empire, annexed by Nazi Germany, and later occupied by the French post-WW2. The red and black background comes from the historical flag of Catalibla; a striped flag with a red upper half and a black lower half. The new flag was adopted in 1952, keeping the traditional colours, with a white version of the HRE's Reichsadler in the middle. Catalibla found its origins in the HRE, and white prepresents the purity of its people and the hope for continued peace. In a red shield on the eagle's breast is a stylised edelweiss, a common flower in Catalibla, and one of its national symbols.

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The Albalian Kingdom - 1st
The Albalian Kingdom's flag has been the longest-lived of all of Albali's flags, going unaltered for hundreds upon hundreds of years. The origins of the raptor has already been explained for the Republic's flag, so I won't explain it here. Blue and gold have traditionally been symbols of wealth in ancient times; gold because of the actual element of gold which was just as valuable to an alien community as it was for humans. Blue came from having blue clothing, as blue dyes were extremely rare and could only be afforded by the richest of the richest. Despite that no longer being the case, the connotations of associating the colour blue with outrageous wealth continued. A stylised wreath of olive branches sits below the raptor, representing one simple thing: victory. Meanwhile, the crown sitting higher than the stars above the raptor is no coincidence; it represents the power of the monarch - and by extension the state - being greater than that of even the stars themselves. This arrogant attitude had brought war to Albali's doorsteps more than once.

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Vidinaz - Star of Discovery - Top 33
The star and the wheel are important icons within Vidinese/Vidkvndan culture. Astrology is a hallowed occupation much the same as clergy, its importance lying in religion and navigation. Their gods were represented by the stars, both far and near, and the people of yore used the stars to determine their location and important events. The wheel symbolize Vidinese civilization itself and its constant march towards the future. Blue symbolize the sea and the void beyond. White symbolize the firmament that protects earthen life from the cold, endless void. Yellow alludes to gold - which then represent the eternal pursuit of Vidinaz's prosperity, and Red represents the sun and the warmth it brought.

In universe, this is the modernized version of the original flag.

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Sahyun - Vermilion Sky - Top 64
The Vermillion Sky is colored in the traditional colors of Sahyun, which is red and gold. The four crescent moons and the eight-pointed star in the middle represents the sky and the void beyond, the dominion of Sahyun's god Averro. The landed crested ibis is one of the animals associated with the deity, aside from the fiery phoenix, and represents earned experience and wisdom.

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Mondeuta and Lybraesil - Alliance Jack - Top 128
Mondeuta and Lybraesil is an isolationist country, so much so that most people outside their borders often conflate the two, which wasn't helped any by the two nations' alliance. They are represented by the two crests in the middle: the Tower and the ermine Tree. The blues and blacks that surround them allude to the mountains that surround them and the rivers that snake through these peaks. The light grey symbolize Mondeuta's worship of the moon, while green is the same for Lybraesil and their forest spirits.

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Fars - Beneficent Trinity - Top 16[region][/region]
Despite being a province of Sahyun, the distance between the two is vast enough to render Fars a nation-state in all but name. As such, their flag were designed by the Farsians themselves, with references to their masters. The crescents and star reference the god the two shared, and in the center is the Sinaean character for 'East', which points to their role as the gate between the western and eastern nations. White represent the sky, blue represent the sea, and green the fertile plains Farsian civilization was built upon.

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New Spiedska - Current - Top 64

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New Spiedska - 1785-1804 - Top 128

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Ensholm - Top 16

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Satra - Top 32

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The Perpetual Peace - Main Flag - Top 128

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The Perpetual Peace - Alternate - Top 34

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The Perpetual Death - Top 128

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Jianghu - Renewed Flag - Top 64

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Hiems - Top 128
Blue: that means that my country is surrounded by ice
Dark blue: the storm, darkness
White: light, knowledge, freedom
Lotus: in the center of the light, symbol of the country
A cold flag for a cold country

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Researchers That Discovered Hiems - Top 128
Gold: wealth, special place
Blue: Ice and rivers in country
Black: land
Snowflake: symbol of the country

A highly symmetric flag, science

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Hiems - Old Main Flag - Top 64

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Hiems - Old Country - Top 128
Green: land
White: honor, light, freedom, peace
Red: country, past
Sun: hope

A very old country

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Markosea - Top 128

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Bryttonia - Top 64

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Trymia - Top 16

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Huktharia - Top 32

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Bloodshade - 7th
The flag of Bloodshade is a representation of the plight of the Bloodshadian people: A mixture of refugees consisting of humans, elves, dwarfs and vampires who sailed an interstellar ark ship, 'Erebus', in order to find a paradise of their own amidst the stars, after the cataclysmic 'War of Woes' brought about extreme instability to their former homeworld's tectonic plates, enabling it to be plagued by volcanic eruptions and earthquakes until it would eventually blow up, exterminating all life along with its death. Now then, onto the meaning behind the flag which I shall go into detail. The colours and emblem on the flag represent a myriad of meanings:

  • The light blue is a representation of the perseverance of the Bloodshadian people as they travelled the black null void of space in order to find a place which they can finally call home. Some believe that it signifies the liberation of the people from the shackles of tradition and ancient grudges, joining in a common struggle to finally grant future generations a planet that they can call home, free from hazardous bigotry and xenophobia.
  • The blood-red aspect is an extremely significant part of the flag as it is supposed to immortalize those whose blood was spilt in the unfortunate 'War of Woes' and in the pursuit of a new home-world, currently named Tejon. The people of Bloodshade are not ones to shy away from conflict because they have everything to lose. Tejon is their home and they refuse to allow anyone to snatch that from them.
  • The white should represent the purity and innocence of the Bloodshadians as they roamed the galaxy in the hopes of settling down. They were a substantial collection of plucky, desperate survivors that simply wanted another chance at life, hoping that fate would be a merciful mistress for once. At their lowest point, they were finally of one heart and mind.
  • The 'Vega Eagle', named after the brightest star in Lyra, is supposed to represent the burning sensation in the souls of the Bloodshadians as they soar across the void of space. To them, the 'Vega Eagle' is a sign of hope, courage and regal power. Your typical eagle is known to be able to travel for 255 miles a day during its migration period, showcasing its determination and zeal. Coincidentally, the people have Bloodshade spent many years on the interstellar ark ship known as 'Erebus', neither stopping nor resting until they could settle down in greener pastures.
  • As for the bundle of arrows, officially, it is supposed to acknowledge the power being wielded the Vega Eagle. Some say it is a or should be a representation of the the militaristic nature of their people but most found this unofficial meaning to be rather traumatic and malicious in nature, considering the 'War of Woes' is still a rather fresh memory. Others claim that the 'three arrows' is a sign of resistance against the ancient ideologies that had resulted in the destruction of the Bloodshadian's original home planet. Those ideologies being ethnic nationalism, communism and absolute monarchism.
  • Simply put, the thunderbolt is a divine weapon. It is supposed to represent the instantaneous retributive destruction that Bloodshade could wreak upon its rival if its people were angered or wronged. Despite the depressing turn of events due to the 'War of Woes', this has only created stronger men and women that will rabidly protect what they believe is dear to them.


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Postby Haudegen Reich » Fri May 01, 2020 5:24 am

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Flag of The Black Party. Kind of a throwback. A lot of people like this one I personally don't. Crosses represent religion the black represents, well, you get the idea.

Might submit more later.
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Postby Wapistan » Fri May 01, 2020 5:25 am

i dont have anything else to do so i guess use my flag or something idk

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Postby Sapporo Hyperspace Riftgate Laboratory » Fri May 01, 2020 5:30 am

I submit my gif flag that I have right now.

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Postby Confederate American SU » Fri May 01, 2020 5:36 am

I submit my nation's flag.

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Paradeavenlisian States
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Postby Paradeavenlisian States » Fri May 01, 2020 5:37 am

Well, I got 4 flags here that I'd like to submit:
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The colour scheme has, perhaps, the most detailed meaning to it. Each colour represents each major native species(and sub species) and region of Paradeavenlisian States(all of which actually have good reasons involving the major habitats and cultures of Paradeavenlisian States.

The blue represents Homo Coelum, Plymnola and the ocean as blue is associated with the sea, which is also what the culture of Homo Coelum is often associated with. One reason why the blue also represents the ocean is because the vast ocean was(along with the storm)what has made Paradeavenlisian States into the truly unique and distinct nation it is today, which also explains why the blue is the biggest colour in the flag.

The green represents Homo Tierra, Belltona and the environment, particularly the vast forests as green is associated with the environment especially forests and Homo Tierra seems to have had the oldest bond with nature out of any native intelligent sentient beings. This is due to the fact that their region, Belltona, has the highest percentage of forest cover of any region. In addition, it also represents the main political party of Paradeavenlisian States: United Green Party.

The yellow represents Homo Paradis, Angelshear, as well as the strong and flexible economy of PS and vast meadows of flowers in Angelshear. The reason why it represents Homo Paradis is because of the vast amount of agriculture they had conducted historically. It also represents the tranquil beaches of Paradeavenlisian States.

The white represents the sub species of Homo Coelum(Homo Coelum Farc in Logreyhiel), Logreyhiel and white-capped mountains and volcanoes dotted across the nation. It, along with the stars in general, represent the extremely long-term peace that has been experienced throughout the archipelago.

The antlers represent the strong bond and coexistence held between the humanoids and other animals for millions of years. In addition, what many people don't seem to know is that the antlers actually also represent the phoenixes(yes, the phoenixes of Paradeavenlisian States have antlers) especially the guardian phoenixes that patrol near the storm.

The yellow outline of the shield represents the storm itself as well as all of the other defenses of Paradeavenlisian States as a whole. The stars themselves actually represent the archipelago of Paradavenlisian States as a whole and shows the stability brought and gifted to the nation as a result of these defenses. The stars also represent the peaceful unification and peaceful coexistence between the people of Paradeavenlisian States and additionally represent the 5 groups of native humanoids: Homo Sapiens, Homo Coelum, Homo Paradis, Homo Tierra and Homo Coelum (although not a seperate humanoid species, they are notably distinct from other Homo Coelum sub-species, especially culturally and morphological characteristic). Another thing that the stars represent is the Stangelic Energy which has had a huge impact on the nation.

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The red represents the phoenixes as the co-inhabitants while the blue represents the maritime culture that has been associated with the native Homo Coelum. The white stripe represents the peaceful interactions between the humanoids and the phoenixes. And, lastly, the torches represent prosperity and hope maintained throughout the Esceanian Union.

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The red star represents Stangelic Energy and unity. It also represents the six main elemental phoenixes that roam the archipelago with the exception of the rainbow phoenix which is represented by the white stripes on the star as the creator of them. The white represents the glaciated topped and symbolic Leecona Mountains. The blue represents the vast oceans that lie beyond the archipelago while the green represents the environment.

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The white stripes represent the three species and the equality of each of them as well as the ever-lasting peace that has existed and been maintained. The yellow torches represent equality towards all citizens of Paradeavenlisian States as well as the unity over a common goal sought for millennia; a utopia. The blue represents the maritime culture that has existed, particularly around the coastlines of the archipelago. And, of course, the green represents the vast forests that stretch out across the Poiselantican archipelago as well as the coexistence between mankind and mother nature.

If I have time, then I might also submit the meaning later this evening.
EDIT:I've just provided a description for both the alternate and actual Paradeavenlisian States. I'm just working on the descriptions of the other two flags.
Another(and probably last)edit:I've just completed all of the descriptions for my flags.
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Drongonia
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Postby Drongonia » Fri May 01, 2020 5:43 am

I'd like to make my submissions as below.

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This is called the flag for the nation of Libstasia, but is also known as the "forward" flag, with the two red arrows representing the leftist (red) movement taking the country forward, with the SocDem rose being an obvious nod to that as well.

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This flag is the flag which is officially paired with the Norcott national anthem, Forever Shall Norcott Rise, and is therefore known as the rising stars flag. The flag symbolises the never-ending growth Norcott shall endure to become the greatest nation on earth.

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Glurponia
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Postby Glurponia » Fri May 01, 2020 5:47 am

I'll submit my NS flag for this one.

The 'Tricolor' takes elements of design, symbolism, and color from each of the Coalition's primary cultures.


As well as
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The People's Arab Union. From a universe where Soviet influence was focused on the Middle East more than Africa. The sickle/Islamic crescent idea inspired the whole flag, if I'm being honest
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-Astoria
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Postby -Astoria » Fri May 01, 2020 5:51 am

I'm going to submit my current flag for this contest; as well as an alt one.

I've also another in the works.

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Kongfuzia
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Postby Kongfuzia » Fri May 01, 2020 5:52 am

I will submit my own flag.

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Description: The colour blue and red on the flag represents heaven and earth, the golden dragon holding 4 jewels made of gold represents the nation's power and wealth, the ying-yang or taijitu symbol represents harmony and balance, the word "孔夫子亜" is the Chinese character transcription of the country's name that was taken from the name of Confucius "孔夫子".
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Postby A z a n i a » Fri May 01, 2020 5:52 am

My submissions:

My flag

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Republic of Azania

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Postby Greater Cosmicium » Fri May 01, 2020 5:59 am

I'm baaaaaaaaaack!

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Developed around the same time as the Five-Star Cross, in 1072917, the Eagle-Star Cross has four stars, representing four of the five major races of Greater Cosmicium (Human, Khaazai, Scorpion and Dragon), the eagle, representing the power of Greater Cosmicium, and the cross representing the expanse of Greater Cosmicium. It has three colors: yellow, black and white.


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The Star-Flame Eagle, developed in 1072916, has three colors: yellow, black and white. It has six stars, representing the five major races of Greater Cosmicium (Human, Khaazai, Scorpion, Dragon and Nuironi), and one large minor race (Imizga), an eagle, representing the power of Greater Cosmicium, and a yellow background with black stripes, representing the expanse of Greater Cosmicium.


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As a replacement for the official Khaazai flag, which had a symbol more deserving of being a seal, the Unity of the Khaazai flag was created in 1072917. It has five colors: blue, dark green, light green, white and black. The saltire represents the adventurous spirit of the Khaazai, the diamond in the center represents their homeland, Nyr-Khol, the sphere-like sign represents the unity of the Khaazai, and the light green boundary around the saltire and the diamond represent the Khaazai's dedication to nature.
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Postby The Cosmic Mainframe » Fri May 01, 2020 6:03 am

Haudegen Reich: Accepted!
Wapistan: Accepted, however I highly recommend you upload your flag elsewhere.
Sapporo Hyperspace Riftgate Laboratory: Accepted. Unfortunately, NS no longer allows embeds from Discord, so I'm using the upload from NationStates. Highly recommend uploading elsewhere.
Confederate American SU: Accepted!
Paradeavenlistan States: Accepted!
Drongonia: Accepted!
Glurponia: Accepted, however I highly recommend you upload your main flag elsewhere.
-Astoria: Going to want to see your alternate flag before I accept it of course, but I've reserved a spot in the OP for your main flag.
Kongfuzia: Accepted, however I highly recommend you upload your flag elsewhere.
A z a n i a: Accepted, however I highly recommend you upload your main flag elsewhere.
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Postby Dukin Donuts » Fri May 01, 2020 6:06 am

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Postby Valentine Z » Fri May 01, 2020 6:14 am

Valentine Z's GIF flag
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The flag of Alanis Star
Description: The current flag of my second oldest puppet, just right after Valentine Z being my first.
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The flag of Garden at 6th Mile Road
Description: As going with the nature of the nation, and with its name, a simple flag for Holly and her own little dimension!
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The flag of Samantha-Higgs
Description: The current flag of my dictatorship nation, which I went for subtlety instead of for obviousness. The Morse Code says: "Bow down to your Eternal Ruler."
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EDIT: Overall, my flags don't really follow the same vexillology rules as traditional flags, but I hope that you will still find them appealing, nonetheless. ♥
Last edited by Valentine Z on Fri May 01, 2020 6:35 am, edited 1 time in total.
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If you are reading my sig, I want you to have the best day ever ! You are worth it, do not let anyone get you down !
Glory to De Geweldige Sierlijke Katachtige Utopia en Zijne Autonome Machten ov Valentine Z !
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The Cosmic Mainframe
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Psychotic Dictatorship

Postby The Cosmic Mainframe » Fri May 01, 2020 6:21 am

Dukin Donuts (additional submissions): Accepted!
Valentine Z: Accepted!
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Donate your computing devices or they will be taken by force.
== END POSTSCRIPT ==

UPDATES (earth-year 3345): International Subsystem scales up operations in 42E5 "New York," Earth, now the largest known concentration of androids.

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Hugstopia
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Posts: 8
Founded: Nov 24, 2019
Ex-Nation

Postby Hugstopia » Fri May 01, 2020 6:35 am

Hi! I'd like to submit my flag please :)
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Valentine Z
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Scandinavian Liberal Paradise

Postby Valentine Z » Fri May 01, 2020 6:35 am

EDIT because my OP was taking too long: Overall, my flags don't really follow the same vexillology rules as traditional flags, but I hope that you will still find them appealing, nonetheless. ♥

All the best to those that have submitted! :hug:
Val's Stuff. ♡ ^_^ ♡ For You
If you are reading my sig, I want you to have the best day ever ! You are worth it, do not let anyone get you down !
Glory to De Geweldige Sierlijke Katachtige Utopia en Zijne Autonome Machten ov Valentine Z !
(✿◠‿◠) ☆ \(^_^)/ ☆

Issues Thread Photography Stuff Project: Save F7. Stats Analysis

The Sixty! Valentian Stories! Gwen's Adventures!

• Never trouble trouble until trouble troubles you.
• World Map is a cat playing with Australia.
Let Fate sort it out.

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The Cosmic Mainframe
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Psychotic Dictatorship

Postby The Cosmic Mainframe » Fri May 01, 2020 6:40 am

Valentine Z wrote:EDIT because my OP was taking too long: Overall, my flags don't really follow the same vexillology rules as traditional flags, but I hope that you will still find them appealing, nonetheless. ♥

All the best to those that have submitted! :hug:

People are submitting faster than I can edit, it seems.

Hugstopia: Accepted! (Your secret main nation better not be one of the ones that has already submitted 4 flags, though.)
== BEGIN POSTSCRIPT ==
The Mainframe requires more processing power and storage.
Donate your computing devices or they will be taken by force.
== END POSTSCRIPT ==

UPDATES (earth-year 3345): International Subsystem scales up operations in 42E5 "New York," Earth, now the largest known concentration of androids.

Factbooks | About Me | NationStates Flag Bracket II | Bytes (card farming region) | MAINFRAMEWAVE
Feel free to telegram me about anything. I'll do my best to respond.
Canon is relative to the observer. Not using NS stats.
This nation does not represent my real views, and if it represents yours, I question your sanity.

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Velosia
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Founded: Nov 29, 2018
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Postby Velosia » Fri May 01, 2020 6:44 am

Ooh, this looks like quite a bit of fun. I'd like to submit my NS flag if that's ok?

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NATIONAL FLAG
KINGDOM OF VELOSIA

A simple tricolour, defaced with the lesser arms of the Kingdom of Velosia. From left to right, the individual colours represent the blue sea of the Velosian Isles, the iconic Velosian tidal beaches and the expansive autumnal forests that once covered the archipelago. Atop the shield is the royal crown of Velosia, worn by Velosian monarchs for almost a millennia. Prominent upon the shield itself is the golden lion of Ryburt de Callian, the personal standard of the foreign conqueror who subdued Velosia and founded the current Velosian royal house. The quartered design underneath comprises the green and grey banner of the House of Callian and the burgundy lion of the Kingdom of Sutharic, holding the golden war axe of the Kingdom of Ethalund (both of which were powerful pre-conquest states during the petty kingdoms period). Finally, the sailing ship underneath represents the nation's great seafaring tradition.
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NATION | OVERVIEW | ANTHEM
System: Elective constitutional monarchy, parliamentary democracy
Legislature: Councils of the Realm, bicameral
Upper: Council of Electors
Lower: Council of Aldermen

Head of State: Tohmas IX, King
Head of Government: Alfred Harding, Prime Minister
Capital (and largest city): Ethalsted
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KINGDOM OF VELOSIA
"Nemo Nos et Dividerent"
Twentysomething soft-spoken British male

Lifelong agnostic atheist

Middle-class, rural Conservative Party voter and proud monarchist

Unionist, but supports constituent countries' right to self-determination

Voted to leave the European Union entirely on the grounds of sovereignty

Eurosceptic and Brexiteer, but a proud European

Edward Colston did nothing wrong

Prefers Pimm's to politics

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Sildorian Empire
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Postby Sildorian Empire » Fri May 01, 2020 6:44 am

I've got a... few flags I'd like to submit myself:

North Germany
The current PFP flag of my part-time main NS account, North German Realm
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Albion
The Flag I was planning on using for the as-of now abandoned Empire of Albion
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New Valhalla
The current flag of my, again, as-of-now abandoned NS, Nya Valhall
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The Northern League
This one was supposed to be the flag of one of the "major" players in my semi-fantasy, again as-of-now abandoned Puppet, Fableverse
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Sildorian Empire
This is the flag of my current puppet, which I'm posting from, Sildorian Empire
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Sildorian Empire
Space-faring, quasi-xenophobic fanatic materialist humanoids and associates
Overview || Archon | Military | Species
Daily News: IVC Lothal enters battle with new Xadian Flagship the Dreadnought Ronthawa in Galataea. Lothal had destroyed the 3 previous Xadian flagships in battle. | Mugeya fails to crack Wrothgar Prime, forced to retreat to unknown location in Sildorian Space by the Wrothgar Fleet. IVC Pride II to be rerouted to aid in finding and potentially capturing the hostile World Cracker. | New strain of the Frontline Pox breaks out in Nodex Prime, particularly affects the Xuni thralls. Planetary government passes edict to cull Xuni population to fight the disease before it can affect Silda population.

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Onocarcass
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Inoffensive Centrist Democracy

Postby Onocarcass » Fri May 01, 2020 6:46 am

Onocarcan Factbook

NationStates Flag Bracket II - 5th Place!
Everybody needs to calm down a bit

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Hugstopia
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Posts: 8
Founded: Nov 24, 2019
Ex-Nation

Postby Hugstopia » Fri May 01, 2020 6:49 am

The Cosmic Mainframe wrote:Hugstopia: Accepted! (Your secret main nation better not be one of the ones that has already submitted 4 flags, though.)

Thank you! No it's not one of those ones - I don't think my main nation has any flags worth submitting anyway! :)
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South Reinkalistan
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Postby South Reinkalistan » Fri May 01, 2020 6:49 am

I'm not known for my creativity... I'll submit my NS flag again, with the same description, alongside the rather simple yet aesthetically pleasing (in my opinion) "Crimson Standard":

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THE PEOPLE ETERNAL
" We will not bow to your dictation. We are free. We bled to be free.
Who are you to tell us what we may and may not do? We stopped being your slaves an era ago. "
South Reinkalistan is a massive, ecologically-diverse nation notable for its roving student militias and widespread hatred for the elderly.
In the midst of a room-temperature cultural revolution that's lost its momentum, the Party carefully plans its next move.
As the brittle bones of fragile empires begin to crack beneath their own weight, history's symphony reaches crescendo pitch. The future is all but certain.

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