NationStates Flag Bracket II (Congratulations to Albali!)

[Hiems]

If you have issues with me submitting and taking part in this competition again just because I won the previous one, then I honestly don't know what to say. Seems very petty coming from you, all things considered.

I have to be honest - I don't expect to win for this competition, mainly because I have looked at and seen a lot of really good flags - ones that have nice colors, follow the traditional vexillology, and many more. I am going more for participation because I myself know that after winning the previous contest, it wouldn't be fair for me if my flag(s) (somehow) curb-stomped someone's; I am not coming here to win again. I just have more flags I want to use. Good luck to those that have posted their flags! They are really, really amazing stuff and I love them! ♥

If you have personal issues with me because I blocked you from sending TGs to me, that's on you for having someone who blackmailed me.

@ Cosmic: 6 hours from now, I would like to rethink my involvement in this competition. If I didn't say anything by then, it will move on as follows. I might be thinking about withdrawing from this competition altogether because of that one person who clearly has a personal vendetta against me.

Have a nice day.

Don't you dare to leave, you have won the previous competition and it is your job to maintain that level in this one, we the rest of applicants must be at your level, so feel free to use whatever flag you have.

[Vaspelia]

Cosmic, i still have time to submit my entry on the contest?. I want to join up because why not lol

[The Cosmic Mainframe]

If you have issues with me submitting and taking part in this competition again just because I won the previous one, then I honestly don't know what to say. Seems very petty coming from you, all things considered.

I have to be honest - I don't expect to win for this competition, mainly because I have looked at and seen a lot of really good flags - ones that have nice colors, follow the traditional vexillology, and many more. I am going more for participation because I myself know that after winning the previous contest, it wouldn't be fair for me if my flag(s) (somehow) curb-stomped someone's; I am not coming here to win again. I just have more flags I want to use. Good luck to those that have posted their flags! They are really, really amazing stuff and I love them! ♥

If you have personal issues with me because I blocked you from sending TGs to me, that's on you for having someone who blackmailed me.

@ Cosmic: 6 hours from now, I would like to rethink my involvement in this competition. If I didn't say anything by then, it will move on as follows. I might be thinking about withdrawing from this competition altogether because of that one person who clearly has a personal vendetta against me.

Have a nice day.

(Nappon and Vaspelia, I'll get your flags in a sec, but I felt like I should get this dealt with right away.)

Your flags should win or lose on their own merits. I hope that if you do win - which is entirely possible - you win because people actually like your new flags.

You may withdraw if you want. If you do, all flags planned to compete against your flags will be given a Bye and additional spots will open for late submissions. This goes for anyone else who wants to withdraw one or more submissions.

This bracket is supposed to be a fun competition based on the merits of flags, and NOT a battleground for drama from other parts of the site. If it becomes that, I may start disqualifying people. I'm trying to be as inclusive as possible, and if one player doesn't feel welcome because of the actions and comments of another, there is an issue.

[Valentine Z]

Your flags should win or lose on their own merits. I hope that if you do win - which is entirely possible - you win because people actually like your new flags.

You may withdraw if you want. If you do, all flags planned to compete against your flags will be given a Bye and additional spots will open for late submissions. This goes for anyone else who wants to withdraw one or more submissions.

This bracket is supposed to be a fun competition based on the merits of flags, and NOT a battleground for drama from other parts of the site. If it becomes that, I may start disqualifying people. I'm trying to be as inclusive as possible, and if one player doesn't feel welcome because of the actions and comments of another, there is an issue.

I suppose I will participate. But I don't like the idea / insinuation that someone thinks I should not be inside just because I won the previous one, or the one who thought it was the same flag without even looking at it properly. It's certainly not high art and not the best, but it's an insult to my effort. But I digress, of course! >< Moving on from this, because I don't think this should overshadow the fun and lighthearted contest...

Thank you for dealing with it, and I am sorry for the problems it caused. I am taking the liberty of ignoring their comments in the meantime; they are clearly someone I unfortunately don't want to associate further with.

[The Cosmic Mainframe]

Nappon of Threefold Riches: Accepted, including the meaning! You've been matched against South Reinkalistan's main flag.
Vaspelia: Yes, you may! For now I've added your main flag to the OP - please tell me if that wasn't what you intended to submit, or if you wanted to include a description. You've been matched against Paradeavenlistan States' main flag.

[Vaspelia]

Vaspelia: Yes, you may! For now I've added your main flag to the OP - please tell me if that wasn't what you intended to submit, or if you wanted to include a description. You've been matched against Paradeavenlistan States' main flag.

Excellent, i'm not going to participate with Vaspelia's flag, but with -United Republic of Freedonia's.

Up the Snake! (thank you almonaster to make the snake's eye red when i didn't even asked you to do that, it's fucking metal)

[The Cosmic Mainframe]

Vaspelia: Yes, you may! For now I've added your main flag to the OP - please tell me if that wasn't what you intended to submit, or if you wanted to include a description. You've been matched against Paradeavenlistan States' main flag.

Excellent, i'm not going to participate with Vaspelia's flag, but with -United Republic of Freedonia's.

Up the Snake! (thank you almonaster to make the snake's eye red when i didn't even asked you to do that, it's fucking metal)

Great, accepted!

[Tharlocchia]

I apologize if this is already written somewhere and/or obvious to most people, but how long is the voting period for each matchup?

[Greenwichian Arcadia]

I've heard it's 24 hours, but it's better to wait for the info first-hand.

[The Cosmic Mainframe]

I apologize if this is already written somewhere and/or obvious to most people, but how long is the voting period for each matchup?

24 hours, give or take four hours depending on any personal things of mine.

Also, update for everyone: the mods have thankfully archived the previous bracket!

[Haudegen Reich]

Oh god, we haven't even finished the first match yet and the drama is already stirring...

This is nothing new. Valentine Z always accuses me of plotting against her when I am clearly just trying to keep the contest interesting.

honestly I don't know why you're even worried, this flag of yours seems like a clear winner to me

[New Spiedska]

Oh god, we haven't even finished the first match yet and the drama is already stirring...

This is nothing new. Valentine Z always accuses me of plotting against her when I am clearly just trying to keep the contest interesting.

No, dude. You don't keep the contest "interesting" by shaming people just for winning in a fucking fictional flag contest in an online browser game. You don't keep the contest "competitive" by trying to guilt people into leaving. This is not how this works. You are getting mad because someone decided to re-apply to, I reiterate, a fictional flag contest in an online browser game. If this is the kind of shit you get mad about, I ask you that you spend your time somewhere else, because you aren't being civil and this contest doesn't need your drama and negativity.

To Cosmic: I'm sorry, but this was something I had to get out of my chest

[Haudegen Reich]

This is nothing new. Valentine Z always accuses me of plotting against her when I am clearly just trying to keep the contest interesting.

No, dude. You don't keep the contest "interesting" by shaming people just for winning in a fucking fictional flag contest in an online browser game. You don't keep the contest "competitive" by trying to guilt people into leaving. This is not how this works. You are getting mad because someone decided to re-apply to, I reiterate, a fictional flag contest in an online browser game. If this is the kind of shit you get mad about, I ask you that you spend your time somewhere else, because you aren't being civil and this contest doesn't need your drama and negativity.

To Cosmic: I'm sorry, but this was something I had to get out of my chest

chill bro its not that serious

[Haruhi Japan]

This is nothing new. Valentine Z always accuses me of plotting against her when I am clearly just trying to keep the contest interesting.

No, dude. You don't keep the contest "interesting" by shaming people just for winning in a fucking fictional flag contest in an online browser game. You don't keep the contest "competitive" by trying to guilt people into leaving. This is not how this works. You are getting mad because someone decided to re-apply to, I reiterate, a fictional flag contest in an online browser game. If this is the kind of shit you get mad about, I ask you that you spend your time somewhere else, because you aren't being civil and this contest doesn't need your drama and negativity.

To Cosmic: I'm sorry, but this was something I had to get out of my chest

Look, I don't have a problem with Valentine Z running. I HAD a problem with her animated flag because it is essentially the same except for some more colors at the end. This flag already won last time so I thought it would be fair if she had to submit a different flag or any other flag really besides the one that won last contest. I am trying to keep the contest original and unique with new submissions, that's why all of mine are different but I won't hold it against someone if they want to submit the same flag again. The only reason I had a problem with Val's flag as like I said, the flag that she used already won which in my opinion should exclude it from the contest but if Cosmic is okay with it then so be it. I'm done talking about this.

[New Spiedska]

No, dude. You don't keep the contest "interesting" by shaming people just for winning in a fucking fictional flag contest in an online browser game. You don't keep the contest "competitive" by trying to guilt people into leaving. This is not how this works. You are getting mad because someone decided to re-apply to, I reiterate, a fictional flag contest in an online browser game. If this is the kind of shit you get mad about, I ask you that you spend your time somewhere else, because you aren't being civil and this contest doesn't need your drama and negativity.

To Cosmic: I'm sorry, but this was something I had to get out of my chest

chill bro its not that serious

I won't argue further, just know that attacking someone for participating isn't something that flies well with me. If you want to comment about me further, do so in TGs or don't at all. Have a good day!

[Haudegen Reich]

No, dude. You don't keep the contest "interesting" by shaming people just for winning in a fucking fictional flag contest in an online browser game. You don't keep the contest "competitive" by trying to guilt people into leaving. This is not how this works. You are getting mad because someone decided to re-apply to, I reiterate, a fictional flag contest in an online browser game. If this is the kind of shit you get mad about, I ask you that you spend your time somewhere else, because you aren't being civil and this contest doesn't need your drama and negativity.

To Cosmic: I'm sorry, but this was something I had to get out of my chest

Look, I don't have a problem with Valentine Z running. I HAD a problem with her animated flag because it is essentially the same except for some more colors at the end. This flag already won last time so I thought it would be fair if she had to submit a different flag or any other flag really besides the one that won last contest. I am trying to keep the contest original and unique with new submissions, that's why all of mine are different but I won't hold it against someone if they want to submit the same flag again. The only reason I had a problem with Val's flag as like I said, the flag that she used already won which in my opinion should exclude it from the contest but if Cosmic is okay with it then so be it. I'm done talking about this.

im not even joking im voting for your flag, i would've made it mine if i didnt have this catgirl thing eating it atm

[Haruhi Japan]

Look, I don't have a problem with Valentine Z running. I HAD a problem with her animated flag because it is essentially the same except for some more colors at the end. This flag already won last time so I thought it would be fair if she had to submit a different flag or any other flag really besides the one that won last contest. I am trying to keep the contest original and unique with new submissions, that's why all of mine are different but I won't hold it against someone if they want to submit the same flag again. The only reason I had a problem with Val's flag as like I said, the flag that she used already won which in my opinion should exclude it from the contest but if Cosmic is okay with it then so be it. I'm done talking about this.

im not even joking im voting for your flag, i would've made it mine if i didnt have this catgirl thing eating it atm

Happy to hear!

[Valentine Z]

On the bright side for Cosmic, your first contest is archived!

[The Cosmic Mainframe]

On the bright side for Cosmic, your first contest is archived!

Yes, I noticed that! It's great to know that it will not be lost to time.

[Aurevbush]

Drama is heretical. Let's keep it a clean competition, bois.


Also, nice color scheme, Paradeavenlisian!

[The Perpetual Peace]

Let’s keep it clean guys and enjoy the contest!

[Newark Aristocracy]

I'm also submitting TEP's flag for use.
I'll also submit Fedele's flag for this run.
Allthough I never used or made either flag,I'll run em anyways.

[The Cosmic Mainframe]

I'm also submitting TEP's flag for use.
I'll also submit Fedele's flag for this run.
Allthough I never used or made either flag,I'll run em anyways.

I'll put them under a separate section, since the user and creator deserve the rewards at the end and not you for just submitting them.

If Fedele's user (assuming they aren't you) or any TEP official objects to this, I will have to remove them, of course.

Edit: Fedele is matched against Pencil Sharpeners 2, TEP is matched against Greater Cosmicium's Star-Flame Eagle.

[Drongonia]

I suppose I will participate. But I don't like the idea / insinuation that someone thinks I should not be inside just because I won the previous one, or the one who thought it was the same flag without even looking at it properly. It's certainly not high art and not the best, but it's an insult to my effort. But I digress, of course! >< Moving on from this, because I don't think this should overshadow the fun and lighthearted contest...

Val, don't worry about it! I was more than happy to lose to you last time and I'm sure anyone who makes it into the finals will understand that the two flags (whoever they are) deserve to be there since the people voted for them.

[The Cosmic Mainframe]

Paradeavenlistan States - Alternate defeats Tor'bana'ing (by Voxija) 38-6.
A nice and large turnout to start off our new competition! Congratulations to Paradeavenlistan States. Voxija still has two more submissions that can still advance.

Top 128 Match 2
Alanis Star (by Valentine Z) vs Velosia

Vote for your favorite flag and, if you want, explain your preference in the thread!

For those who still want to submit, there is one spot still open (another 2 are reserved for Astoria). Updates to existing flags and descriptions are allowed, so long as your flag has not been voted on yet.

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

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.

My opinion: This one, I actually changed my mind on. Velosia's flag is a tricolor with excellent color choice and an unusually good coat of arms, but Alanis Star has great design. I think Alanis Star deserves the victory here - it's less of a traditional flag than Velosia's, but that only adds to the unique aspects of it.