Judea: A Region [Open]

[Tecknoko]

No, we're NOT bringing that back.

[-St George]

Whilst I appreciate that things are picking up re: applications again, I'd like to propose that Judea follow the example of Gholgoth, among others, in setting up a feeder/prospect region, so that those who aren't accepted into Judea or feel they aren't ready to join Judea yet or just want to RP with us closely etc can do so.

It would, of course, have to be somewhat different than Judea in that it a) isn't passworded and b) no colonies of other nations taking up map space, whether they are from Judea or elsewhere.

Possible name: Outremer?

Thoughts, mon ami?

[Trivval]

How about 'Philistine' after the city-states that bordered RL Judea ~830BCE. Smaller sub-continent and a lolamount of islands?

[Shazbotdom]

How about 'Philistine' after the city-states that bordered RL Judea ~830BCE. Smaller sub-continent and a lolamount of islands?

Sounds good to me.

[-St George]

How about 'Philistine' after the city-states that bordered RL Judea ~830BCE. Smaller sub-continent and a lolamount of islands?

Too closes to 'Philistines' which is already a region.

How about Canaan?

[Trivval]

Phoenician
Ammon
Edom
Aram-Damascus
Aramea
Arub
Nabatu
Assyria
Moab

All are from the same area. Up to the choice of the majority, though.

[-St George]

Phoenician
Ammon
Edom
Aram-Damascus
Aramea
Arub
Nabatu
Assyria
Moab

All are from the same area. Up to the choice of the majority, though.

Canaan refers to the wider area, which is why I suggested it.

[Vlack Sturm]

Whilst I appreciate that things are picking up re: applications again, I'd like to propose that Judea follow the example of Gholgoth, among others, in setting up a feeder/prospect region, so that those who aren't accepted into Judea or feel they aren't ready to join Judea yet or just want to RP with us closely etc can do so.

It would, of course, have to be somewhat different than Judea in that it a) isn't passworded and b) no colonies of other nations taking up map space, whether they are from Judea or elsewhere.

Possible name: Outremer?

Thoughts, mon ami?

I deny this, because it is a thought based of Goth...

[-St George]

Whilst I appreciate that things are picking up re: applications again, I'd like to propose that Judea follow the example of Gholgoth, among others, in setting up a feeder/prospect region, so that those who aren't accepted into Judea or feel they aren't ready to join Judea yet or just want to RP with us closely etc can do so.

It would, of course, have to be somewhat different than Judea in that it a) isn't passworded and b) no colonies of other nations taking up map space, whether they are from Judea or elsewhere.

Possible name: Outremer?

Thoughts, mon ami?

I deny this, because it is a thought based of Goth...

[Ewa beach]

The Judean Application

National Information
- Conventional Long-form National Name:The Imperial Grand Duchy of Dewhurst-Narculis
- Short-form Nation's Name:Dewhurst-Narculis
- Nation's Government Type: Absolute Monarchy
- Head of State (And Position):Grand Duke Thomium Narculis, (Grand Duke)
- Nation's Population:2.412 Billion

- Current International Conflicts: [Be Specific]None currently
- Current Domestic Military Conflicts:None currently

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Answer the following as sufficiently as possible:

I. Describe your nation (the people, the customs, the culture, etc.).

World Assembly Summary

The Imperial Grand Duchy of Dewhurst-Narculis is a massive, economically powerful nation, ruled by Thomium Narculis-Dewhurst with an iron fist, and renowned for its irreverence towards religion. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, cynical population of 2.418 billion are rabid consumers, partly through choice and partly because the government tells them to and dissenters tend to vanish from their homes at night.

It is difficult to tell where the omnipresent, corrupt, pro-business government stops and the rest of society begins, but it devotes most of its attentions to Defence, with areas such as Social Welfare and the Environment receiving almost no funds by comparison. It meets every day to discuss matters of state in the capital city of Heraculo. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 74%. A powerhouse of a private sector is led by the Arms Manufacturing industry, followed by Automobile Manufacturing and Information Technology.

Mining is the nation's most dangerous occupation, religious organizations are being forced to leave the country or pay income taxes like everybody else, eight year-olds with lemonade stands have been known to be locked up on charges of embezzlement, and the people of Dewhurst-Narculis are renowned for their nihilistic attitudes. Crime -- especially youth-related -- is well under control, thanks to the all-pervasive police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. Dewhurst-Narculis's national animal is the Cormorant and Panther, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the Australmerrick dollar.

Excript from 'Dewhurst-Narculis, a history'

The industrious, militaristic nation of Dewhurst Narculis is well known as a strong nation with many diplomatic and political ties. Whilst the environment is held in high regard, the industry of the nation is booming. The Industry and Military are both seen as ways of life, with many millions employed in each field. The people are regarded as opposite to the laid back Benstrilians, who are considered the closest nation to Dewhurst-Narculis. Austere, Honor-bound and proud are the common terms used to describe them.

However the nation is not entirely wrapped around the hammer and the sword, museums and galleries exist in plenty, showcasing national, regional and international artifacts and exhibits. Streetside vendors and cafes as frequented by the masses and the elite, a cup of tea or coffee should be enjoyed with the people!

II. What are the strengths and weaknesses of your nation?
Strengths-
*Strong national pride
*Solid economy
*strong defense forces

Weaknesses-
*Too much attention on Military
*High taxes
*Welfare is hard to receive


III. Why do you think you will be a good fit in Judea? (What qualities of yours will make you an excellent addition to Judea?)
I know what's expected, I know the members, I'm even familiar with your regional map!

IV. Why do you want to join Judea?
Since the SEC exploded, I've been looking at joining for some time,

V. What are your relationships with current members of this region?
Friends (and some allies) with; Yohannes, Trivval, Anagonia,Italian Mafias and -St George

Others I have dealt with in a friendly matter; Minnysota, Vlack Storm & Aldarminia

Please link to at least Three (3) examples of your writing:
1. viewtopic.php?f=5&t=74783&hilit=devil%27s
2. viewtopic.php?f=5&t=89595
3. viewtopic.php?f=5&t=90138&hilit=durlkard

I haven't had the chance to RP recently nor too a standard that satisfies myself. I hope this shouldn't have too much bearing on your decisions
4. [Insert LINK Here - OPTIONAL]
5. [Insert LINK Here - OPTIONAL]

Thank you Dewhurst-Narculis for submitting your application. The voting process is under-way. The 24 Hour Review period has begun. During this time, we shall review your application, discuss, and then vote after the period is over. Until then, please wait patiently for the results of our talks. Please note that you can use this time (if needed) to jump on the Judean IRC to better acquaint yourself with the other members that may not know and to chat with us. Thank you again for applying to Judea, and we shall have our answers for you soon.

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Too lazy to count all of the votes for the others; I blame Solm.

[-The West Coast-]

With the forums up again, i can propose officially that if we are to obtain a "feeder region" that we name it Nuhu Haits. It roughly translates as "Our Friends" in Comanche.

Dewhurst-Narculis ---> Nay for now. Considering he's plagiarized from people in the past and that is not the kind of person i want to be in Judea.

[Ustio North]

With the forums up again, i can propose officially that if we are to obtain a "feeder region" that we name it Nuhu Haits. It roughly translates as "Our Friends" in Comanche.

Firstly; I wish to voice my opposition to the idea of a Feeder region, period. If there are people looking to join Judea, then they should man up and get their arses on the IRC. If by populist vote we do end up with a feeder region, I will in all likelyhood vote no to anyone who comes from there to Judea.

Secondly, in Comanche? You're like the only comanche-inspired nation in Judea. God forbid we need a name, it should actually tie into Judea, so some of George or Trivval's suggestions would be better.

Finally; Aye to Dewhurst. I can't be arsed waiting another 24 hours to vote when I can damn well do it in this post.

[-The West Coast-]

With the forums up again, i can propose officially that if we are to obtain a "feeder region" that we name it Nuhu Haits. It roughly translates as "Our Friends" in Comanche.

Secondly, in Comanche? You're like the only comanche-inspired nation in Judea. God forbid we need a name, it should actually tie into Judea, so some of George or Trivval's suggestions would be better.

Just 'cause its Comanche and just 'cause you don't know it, doesn't mean ANYONE ELSE'S IDEAS ARE BETTER THAN MINE.

[Yohannes]

The King of Yohannes Son of Almighty God in Heaven Bringing of Terror and Dawn of Men and Women Everywhere King of Britain Son of the Motherland Ruler of Ethiopia Dictator of Cambodia Greenlawn Mower somewhere Far Away in New Zealand and Sheep Farmer Misplaced in Ireland do hereby votes an aye towards Dewhurst of The Brannia clique'

[Solm]

I am going to vote nay on UWO for now. And I will have to review the other applicants a bit before voting.

Current Voting Count of United World Order Application: 9 - 11 (2 days left to gain 4 votes in approval)

Current Voting Count of Piacenti Application: 3 - 0 (4 days left to gain 10 votes in approval)

Current Voting Count of Dewhurst-Narculis Application: 2 - 0 (5 days left to gain 13 votes in approval)

Everyone, please look back at the thread and make sure that you have voted for each of the three applications. Thank You.

Regarding a feeder region, I personally think it's a fine idea. I like the prospect of nations who are fervently interested in joining the region of Judea and are willing to come on the IRC every day and join a training region, when they would get denied. But, I think that it also might be redundant, because what's the point of putting people who got rejected from Judea into an isolated region rather than having them come on the IRC regularly and be active with other nations in other regions as well, instead of being isolated. Additionally, starting a feeder-region might kind of bring back the "abstain" voting option, by just adding a "feeder" voting option. Or would we stick with the aye or nay, and if you get nayed you can go in the feeder region, or before you apply to Judea you can go to the feeder region, etc... All in all, however, I think its a fine idea, and I think I would be in favor of it But, we'll have to discuss it all on the IRC. When more discussion happens a bit, we can start on vote here.

For names, I like some of the names that Triv had listed in his list and Stgeorge, especially Aramea or Canaan. In my personal opinion, I like one-work nation names, and I don't really like using that Comanche name because no one will really get the meaning and it does not relate to Judea like some of the other suggested names, but all up for debate and discussion, just my two cents.

[Ustio North]

I don't really like using that Comanche name because no one will really get the meaning and it does not relate to Judea like some of the other suggested names.

To be honest, this.

Anyway, i've already voted for two (Dewhurst and UWO) so i'll vote Nay for Piacentini simply because I don't think I know enough about you, probably because you've not been on the IRC.

[-The West Coast-]

I don't really like using that Comanche name because no one will really get the meaning and it does not relate to Judea like some of the other suggested names.

To be honest, this.

You should stop re-iterating something you've made painfully clear.

[Trescott]

A feeder region? I ponder on the possibilities of a feeder region and main region war. Would be quite win, to say the least.

Anyways, Aye to Dewhurst and Nay to Piacentini.

[-St George]

Tres, Solm and Ustio, as always, make good points.

Aye to Dew cos he is bro, if suffering from the handicap of being a dirty colonial, but we can't all be perfect.

Nay to the other guy.

[Ewa beach]

Aye for Piacentini and Dewhurst.

Also; I don't really enjoy the idea of a feeder region. It's really not necessary, in my opinion.

[Tergnitz]

Piacentini - Nay
Dewhurst - Aye

Also I'm with Ewa and Oz in their opposition to the idea of a 'feeder' region. We might as well be bringing the idea of voting 'prospect' back. If someone wants to join Judea they can submit a good app, show us their good RP's and jump on the IRC to get to know us / argue their case, plain and simple.

[Trivval]

Aye for all and etc. As usual. Look, Solm, do I really have to continue posting this or can you just +1 every App from the word go.

[Anagonia]

I shall now ABSTAIN from voting on Piacentini and Dewhurst.

Don't like, tough. I'm currently in protest due to unrelated issues with Judea that have yet to be resolved.

(No Bunnciula, not you. We're cool.)

[Ewa beach]

I shall now ABSTAIN from voting on Piacentini and Dewhurst.

Don't like, tough. I'm currently in protest due to unrelated issues with Judea that have yet to be resolved.

(No Bunnciula, not you. We're cool.)

What is this madness?

[Tecknoko]

I shall now ABSTAIN from voting on Piacentini and Dewhurst.

Don't like, tough. I'm currently in protest due to unrelated issues with Judea that have yet to be resolved.

(No Bunnciula, not you. We're cool.)

What is this madness?

No actually this is logic.
*Looks off to the side*
Stupid Spartans...

Nay to the two after UWO