Fun Net Game: Nation States

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 03:05 PM

Just got a link to this myself, and it tickled a funny bone here. Want to rule your own nation? Go to www.nationstates.net and sign up for their game. You have to enter a bit of information and answer some questions about your natiuon's political views, but then you're off and running.

For example, here's my Republic

The Republic of SirFozzie
"In Chaos, there is strength, In Insanity, Freedom."

UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy
Civil Rights: Good Economy: Reasonable Political Freedoms: Below Average

Location: The North Pacific

The Republic of SirFozzie is a tiny, environmentally stunning nation, renowned for its burgeoning bear population. Its hard-nosed population of 5 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.

The medium-sized government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Religion & Spirituality, and Social Welfare. The average income tax rate is 21%, but much higher for the wealthy. A large private sector is led by the Gambling, Furniture Restoration, and Retail industries.

Crime is a problem. SirFozzie's national animal is the bear, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the pun.

Hope to see y'all there, maybe we can form a powerbloc in the game's UN

Nation States

Marmel · 09-23-2003, 03:13 PM

The Dominion of Marmelicious

"What's mine is mine, what's your is mine"

Location: the West Pacific
The Republic of Marmelicious is a tiny, economically powerful nation, remarkable for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, cynical population of 5 million are rabid consumers, partly through choice and partly because the government tells them to and dissenters tend to vanish from their homes at night.

There is no government in the normal sense the word; however, a small group of community-minded, pro-business individuals devotes most of its attentions to Law & Order, with areas such as Social Welfare and Religion & Spirituality receiving almost no funds by comparison. Income tax is unheard of. A powerhouse of a private sector is led by the Furniture Restoration, Cheese Exports, and Retail industries.

Crime is a serious problem. Marmelicious's national animal is the marsupial, which teeters on the brink of extinction due to widespread deforestation, and its currency is the marmel.

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 03:14 PM

No-Longer-Dola:

I've created a FOFC region, so we may band together for a stronger vote in the UN.

(or just plunge the region into war)

When you create your nation, choose to move them and put them in the FOFC region

korme · 09-23-2003, 03:18 PM

The Republic of Shorty3281

"We r0x0rs"
UN Category: Liberal Democratic Socialists
Civil Rights: Good Economy: Reasonable Political Freedoms: Excellent
Location: the South Pacific

The Republic of Shorty3281 is a tiny, environmentally stunning nation, renowned for its absence of drug laws. Its compassionate, intelligent population of 5 million love a good election, and the government gives them plenty of them. Universities tend to be full of students debating the merits of various civil and political rights, while businesses are tightly regulated and the wealthy viewed with suspicion.

The medium-sized government is effectively ruled by the Department of Commerce, with areas such as Religion & Spirituality and Defence receiving almost no funds by comparison. The average income tax rate is 19%, but much higher for the wealthy. A small private sector is dominated by the Basket Weaving industry.

Crime is moderate, and the police force struggles against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. Shorty3281's national animal is the spitting camel, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the loot.

Swaggs · 09-23-2003, 03:18 PM

The Kingdom of Swaggs
"Penguins are always free."

UN Category: Liberal Democratic Socialists
Civil Rights: Excellent Economy: Developing Political Freedoms: Excellent

Location: The North Pacific
The Kingdom of Swaggs is a tiny, environmentally stunning nation, renowned for its compulsory military service. Its compassionate, intelligent population of 5 million love a good election, and the government gives them plenty of them. Universities tend to be full of students debating the merits of various civil and political rights, while businesses are tightly regulated and the wealthy viewed with suspicion.

The large government juggles the competing demands of Healthcare, Social Welfare, and Education. The average income tax rate is 29%, but much higher for the wealthy. A small but healthy private sector is led by the Furniture Restoration industry, followed by Trout Farming and Information Technology.

Crime -- especially youth-related -- is relatively low. Swaggs's national animal is the penguin, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the buck.

sabotai · 09-23-2003, 03:19 PM

I remember this. I played this for awhile about a year or two ago. Fun little game.

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 03:19 PM

Wow. Bunch of buisness playa-hatas goin on so far

Join FOFC Region, guys

korme · 09-23-2003, 03:20 PM

Hell yeah, reknowned for absence of drug laws.

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 03:20 PM

Oh, I already had an issue. Should democracy be compulsory, IE, should you be forced to vote?

I said "What, are you kidding me?" Look at the folks who do vote.

JeeberD · 09-23-2003, 03:21 PM

The Republic of JeeberD

"The few, the proud, the JeeberDish..."

UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy

Civil Rights: Very Good Economy: Strong Political Freedoms: Very Good

Location: the South Pacific

The Republic of JeeberD is a tiny, socially progressive nation, remarkable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.

The tiny government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Defence, and Commerce. The average income tax rate is 3%. A large private sector is led by the Door-to-door Insurance Sales industry, followed by Arms Manufacturing and Beef-Based Agriculture.

Crime is a serious problem. JeeberD's national animal is the Marmelicious Marmet and its currency is the goofnard.

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 03:23 PM

Uh oh. I see problems forming between Jeeber and Marm

(wondering if I should keep JeeberD from joining FOFC)

And BTW..

3% TAX RATE? WHAFU*K?

Ah.. Door-to_Door Insurance Sales is his top industry. In otherwords, Jeebs is a Mob Nation

korme · 09-23-2003, 03:23 PM

How do we join, Foz?

Easy Mac · 09-23-2003, 03:24 PM

The Republic of Easy Macs

"In Skygod we Trust"
UN Category: New York Times Democracy
Civil Rights: Good
Economy: Very Strong
Political Freedoms: Superb
Location: FOFC

The Republic of Easy Macs is a tiny, economically powerful nation, renowned for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million enjoy a sensible mix of personal and economic freedoms, while the political process is open and the people's right to vote held sacrosanct.

The small government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Commerce, and Healthcare. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 7%. A powerhouse of a private sector is led by the Basket Weaving, Door-to-door Insurance Sales, and Trout Farming industries.

Crime is a problem. Easy Macs's national animal is the marmoset and its currency is the dean.

korme · 09-23-2003, 03:27 PM

Ok, here's how, since Foz likes ignoring me.

Go to your region (Mine is South Pacific) on the left side. It says something like "Tired of your region? Move!" or something, so just click that and type in FOFC.

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 03:28 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SirFozzie
No-Longer-Dola:

I've created a FOFC region, so we may band together for a stronger vote in the UN.

(or just plunge the region into war)

When you create your nation, choose to move them and put them in the FOFC region

Nah Shorty, A) was answering a in-game telegram and B) Don't like repeating myself

You choose

Ben E Lou · 09-23-2003, 03:29 PM

The Republic of Skydogland

"You've got to fight the powers that be!"

UN Category: Capitalist Paradise

Civil Rights: Good
Economy: Very Strong
Political Freedoms: Very Good

Location: the Pacific

The Republic of Skydogland is a tiny, economically powerful nation, remarkable for its compulsory military service. Its hard- nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million are either ruled by a small, efficient government or a conglomerate of multinational corporations; it's difficult to tell which.

The small government devotes most of its attentions to Religion & Spirituality, with areas such as Social Welfare and Commerce receiving almost no funds by comparison. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 3%. A robust private sector is led by the Information Technology, Gambling, and Door-to-door Insurance Sales industries.

Crime is a major problem, and the police force struggles against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. Skydogland's national animal is the tiger and its currency is the dollar.

Easy Mac · 09-23-2003, 03:31 PM

Trout Farming industries.

Seems my boys like to farm trout.

I guess the means the proctologist business is booming in my country.

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 03:33 PM

"Well, son, we plant the trout in the ground, and hope for a little rain, and hopefully, come harvest time, this tract of land will be filled with grown trout"

Ben E Lou · 09-23-2003, 03:36 PM

Ok....so now what do I do?

Bearcat729 · 09-23-2003, 03:37 PM

The Republic of Bearcat
"Oh no not again"
UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy
Civil Rights: Very Good
Economy: Reasonable
Political Freedoms: Below Average

Location: The East Pacific
The Republic of Bearcat is a tiny, socially progressive nation, remarkable for its burgeoning bearcat population. Its compassionate population of 5 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.

The large government juggles the competing demands of Healthcare, Social Welfare, and Education. The average income tax rate is 25%, but much higher for the wealthy. A large private sector is led by the Door-to-door Insurance Sales, Retail, and Beef-Based Agriculture industries.

Crime is moderate, and the police force struggles against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. Bearcat's national animal is the bearcat and its currency is the oscar.

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 03:37 PM

So now, we deal with issues, and generally make life hell for our fellow nations.

I've already applied to join the UN

EagleFan · 09-23-2003, 03:38 PM

The Republic of EagleFan
"Fredom Without Common Sense and Logic is Anarchy"

UN Category: Right Wing Utopia
Civil Rights: Some
Economy: Thriving
Political Freedoms: Very Good

Location: The East Pacific
The Republic of EagleFan is a tiny, economically powerful nation, remarkable for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, hard-working population of 5 million are free to succeed or fail in life on their own merits; the successful tend to enjoy an opulent (but moralistic) lifestyle, while the failures can be seen crowding out most jails.

The small government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Commerce, and Defence. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 7%. A robust private sector is led by the Book Publishing industry, followed by Gambling and Furniture Restoration.

Crime is moderate. EagleFan's national animal is the eagle, which teeters on the brink of extinction due to widespread deforestation, and its currency is the dollar.

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 03:40 PM

The UN is the world's governing body. Membership is voluntary, but all member nations must abide by UN rules.

Doesn't sound like we'll have a lot of UN Nations in FOFC

For example, here's the current vote infront of the UN:

The Resolution At Vote
The following resolution is being debated by the UN. If it passes, it will immediately take effect in all UN member nations.

The Cato Acts
A resolution to increase democratic freedoms.

Category: The Furtherment of Democracy Strength: Strong Proposed by: The Global Market
Description: Reaffrming our undying commitment to liberty, be it resolved by this honorable United Nations that the following measures shall be passed in all member nations:

Article I- That all taxpaying citizens shall be entitled to be represented in the government.
Article II- That in all legal matters, the prosecutor or plantiff shall carry the burden of proof, and all accused persons shall enjoy a presumption of innocence.
Article III- That the right of free speech and press shall not be abridged, except when such speech or press violates a contract (such as software piracy) or poses a clear and imminent danger (such as deliberately inciting a riot).
Article IV- That no person shall be censored, sued, or prosecuted for his political or religious beliefs.
Article V- That all persons shall have the right to petition the government and assemble nonviolently.
Article VI- That government shall neither directly endorse nor censure any religion.
Article VII- That no person shall be enlisted in the armed forces against his will, nor be forced into involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for a crime for which the said individual shall have been duly convicted.
Article VIII- That all private individuals and businesses shall have the right to emigrate from any nation, though individual nations shall reserve the right to create their own policy on immigration and naturalization.
Article IX- That inventors shall be entitled to protection from international patents for a period of no less than eighteen months from the time of invention.
Article X- That government shall neither abridge nor expand the rights or responsibilities of any citizen on account of "race".

All legislation in conflict with these acts are hereby null and void.

These acts named in greatest honor of Marcus Portius Cato the Younger (95-46 BC), who died valiantly trying to protect the Republic from the yoke of Caesar.

Votes For: 2898

Votes Against: 5198

[Delegate Votes]

Voting Ends: Thu Sep 25 2003

Ben E Lou · 09-23-2003, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SirFozzie
Article VII- That no person shall be enlisted in the armed forces against his will, nor be forced into involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for a crime for which the said individual shall have been duly convicted.

Considering that Skydogland has compulsory military service, we're not too keen on that one.

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 03:44 PM

Well, you could always make an exception, and make them do civil service instead...

KevinNU7 · 09-23-2003, 03:45 PM

The Kingdom of Uknuckry
"Speak softly and carry a big stick"

UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy
Civil Rights: Some Economy: Strong Political Freedoms: Very Good

Location: The North Pacific
The Kingdom of Uknuckry is a tiny, pleasant nation, notable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.

The large government devotes most of its attentions to Law & Order, with areas such as Social Welfare and Commerce receiving almost no funds by comparison. The average income tax rate is 19%. A robust private sector is led by the Cheese Exports, Automobile Manufacturing, and Beef-Based Agriculture industries.

Crime is moderate. Uknuckry's national animal is the husky and its currency is the flangly.

vtbub · 09-23-2003, 04:04 PM

The Commonwealth of Roncomatic

"Save Veggies, Eat Meat"
UN Category: Conservative Democracy
Civil Rights: Some Economy: Good Political Freedoms: Superb
Location: FOFC

The Commonwealth of Roncomatic is a tiny, pleasant nation, renowned for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million are known throughout the region for their efficiency and work ethic, as well as their general suspicion of leisure.

The large government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Healthcare, and Social Welfare. The average income tax rate is 20%. A substantial private sector is led by the Gambling industry, followed by Woodchip Exports and Door-to-door Insurance Sales.

Crime is moderate. Roncomatic's national animal is the soybean and its currency is the pound.

sterlingice · 09-23-2003, 04:08 PM

As much as I want to play, hattrick already takes up too much time...

SI

Castlerock · 09-23-2003, 04:09 PM

The Democratic Republic of Alatna
"Liberty For All"

UN Category: Corporate Bordello
Civil Rights: Some
Economy: Very Strong
Political Freedoms: Superb

Location: FOFC
The Democratic Republic of Alatna is a tiny, economically powerful nation, renowned for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million are effectively ruled by a group of massive corporations, who run for political office and provide their well-off citizens with world-class goods and services. Their poorer citizens, however, are mostly starving to death while being urged to go out and get real jobs. The populace has reasonably extensive civil rights, although these are mostly aimed at allowing them to buy whatever they like.

The tiny, corrupt government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Religion & Spirituality, and Commerce. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 2%. A healthy private sector is led by the Trout Farming industry, followed by Basket Weaving and Pizza Delivery.

Crime is a serious problem. Alatna's national animal is the jackelope and its currency is the simoleon.

Nyarlahotep · 09-23-2003, 04:10 PM

The Rogue Nation of Nyarlahoteporia
"Stop stealing monkeys."

UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy
Civil Rights: Excellent Economy: Good Political Freedoms: Below Average

Location: FOFC
The Rogue Nation of Nyarlahoteporia is a tiny, socially progressive nation, remarkable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed population of 5 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.

The large government concentrates mainly on Law & Order, although Commerce and Education are secondary priorities. The average income tax rate is 23%, but much higher for the wealthy. A substantial private sector is led by the Automobile Manufacturing industry, followed by Information Technology and Arms Manufacturing.

Crime is moderate. Nyarlahoteporia's national animal is the hell hound and its currency is the ducat.

KevinNU7 · 09-23-2003, 04:12 PM

My Flag

McSweeny · 09-23-2003, 04:16 PM

The Republic of The McSweeny Rebels

"Who drank all my beer?"
UN Category: Left-wing Utopia
Civil Rights: Superb
Economy: Developing
Political Freedoms: Superb
Location: the South Pacific

The Republic of The McSweeny Rebels is a tiny, environmentally stunning nation, renowned for its devotion to social welfare. Its compassionate, intelligent population of 5 million are free to do what they want with their own bodies, and vote for whoever they like in elections; if they go into business, however, they are regulated to within an inch of their lives.

The government -- a sprawling, bureaucracy-choked, socially-minded morass -- devotes most of its attentions to Social Welfare, with areas such as Religion & Spirituality and Law & Order receiving almost no funds by comparison. The average income tax rate is 40%, but much higher for the wealthy. Private enterprise is illegal, but for those in the know there is a slick and highly efficient black market in Retail.

Crime is relatively low. The McSweeny Rebels's national animal is the penguin, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the dollar.

SirFozzie · 09-23-2003, 04:18 PM

40% tax? Much higher for the wealthy?

Dayyyyum.

Can we visit.. and take notes?

albionmoonlight · 09-23-2003, 04:22 PM

Weird, its affiliated with that book, Jennifer Government.

Its an OK read. Not for many of the people on this board, though (it's very anti-free market). The dust jacket compares it to Catch-22, though I do not think that it is even in that league.

Interested in playing the game.

sabotai · 09-23-2003, 04:44 PM

The Free Land of Sabotland

"As serious as a rhino about to charge your ass"

UN Category: Capitalizt
Civil Rights: Superb
Economy: Powerhouse
Political Freedoms: Excellent

Location: EDIT: FOFC
The Free Land of Sabotland is a tiny, socially progressive nation, remarkable for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million enjoy some of the most opulent lifestyles in the region, unless they are unemployed or working-class, in which case they are variously starving to death or crippled by easily preventable diseases.

There is no government in the normal sense the word; however, a small group of community-minded, liberal, pro-business individuals juggles the competing demands of Commerce, Social Welfare, and Religion & Spirituality. Income tax is unheard of. A large private sector is led by the Information Technology industry, followed by Trout Farming and Woodchip Exports.

Crime is a major problem, probably because of the country's utter lack of prisons. Sabotland's national animal is the meerkat, which teeters on the brink of extinction due to widespread deforestation, and its currency is the sab.

SunDancer · 09-23-2003, 04:47 PM

What are your thoughts on the "free market"?

Havok · 09-23-2003, 05:01 PM

The Republic of Havotonian
"Its all about the Benjimans baby!"

UN Category: Free-Market Paradise
Civil Rights: Rare Economy: Very Strong Political Freedoms: Excellent

Location: the Pacific
The Republic of Havotonian is a tiny, economically powerful nation, notable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million enjoy frequent elections, which are uniformly corrupted by big-spending corporations buying politicians who best suit their interests.

The small, moralistic government is mainly concerned with Law & Order, although Defence and Religion & Spirituality are on the agenda. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 4%. A large private sector is led by the Pizza Delivery industry, followed by Woodchip Exports and Gambling.

Crime is a serious problem. Havotonian's national animal is the colosal squid and its currency is the benjiman.

JeffNights · 09-23-2003, 05:04 PM

The Armed Republic of Nightion
"Where there is a rule, we will break it!"

UN Category: Iron Fist Consumerists
Civil Rights: Rare Economy: Strong Political Freedoms: Outlawed

Location: the South Pacific
The Armed Republic of Nightion is a tiny, pleasant nation, notable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, cynical population of 5 million are kept under strict control by the oppressive government, which measures its success by the nation's GDP and refers to individual citizens as "human resources."

The medium-sized, corrupt, moralistic government concentrates mainly on Law & Order, although Commerce and Defence are secondary priorities. The average income tax rate is 14%. A robust private sector is led by the Book Publishing, Furniture Restoration, and Beef-Based Agriculture industries.

Crime -- especially youth-related -- is relatively low, thanks to the all-pervasive police force. Nightion's national animal is the wolverine and its currency is the jefferon.

lcjjdnh · 09-23-2003, 05:10 PM

The Republic of Lcjjdnh
"Let Freedom Ring"

UN Category: Civil Rights Lovefest
Civil Rights: Excellent Economy: Good Political Freedoms: World Benchmark

Location: the Pacific
The Republic of Lcjjdnh is a tiny, environmentally stunning nation, remarkable for its strong anti-business politics. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million hold their civil and political rights very dear, although the wealthy and those in business tend to be viewed with suspicion.

The enormous, corrupt government juggles the competing demands of Healthcare, Social Welfare, and Law & Order. The average income tax rate is 26%. Private enterprise is illegal, but for those in the know there is a slick and highly efficient black market in Automobile Manufacturing.

Crime is a problem. Lcjjdnh's national animal is the duck billed platypus, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the vowel.

albionmoonlight · 09-23-2003, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SunDancer
What are your thoughts on the "free market"?

I like it. I wish that human nature was such that we could all share the world's resources and not have to compete to consume them as fast as possible. But human nature is not like that. I, therefore, like a system whereby people's greed is at least checked by the only force powerful enough to check it--the greed of others.

As someone who has always had a roof over my head and food in my belly, I can't complain too much about the economic system that made it all possible.

I do, however, believe that some functions are best left to the government and made available to all. The book, for example, is set in a near future in which the free market taken to the extreme. For example, 9-1-1 in the book is a subscription only service. If you do not subscribe and you need emergency assistance, then you are SOL. Same thing with the police and the DAs office. If you are wronged by a criminal, the only way to get her caught and put in jail is to pay the police and the prosecutors to do it. I believe that functions like the police and 911 services should be left to the government and made available to all--even though I am sure that they could be done more efficiently and cheaply if they were privatized. Do others agree?

albionmoonlight · 09-23-2003, 05:25 PM

The Republic of The Albion Moon
"Freedom requires vigilance"

UN Category: New York Times Democracy
Civil Rights: Average Economy: Good Political Freedoms: Superb

Location: FOFC
The Republic of The Albion Moon is a tiny, devout nation, renowned for its burgeoning dog population. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million enjoy a sensible mix of personal and economic freedoms, while the political process is open and the people's right to vote held sacrosanct.

The enormous, corrupt government concentrates mainly on Social Welfare, although Religion & Spirituality and Healthcare are on the agenda. The average income tax rate is 30%. A substantial private sector is led by the Furniture Restoration industry, followed by Automobile Manufacturing and Trout Farming.

Crime is relatively low. The Albion Moon's national animal is the dog and its currency is the talent.

Coffee Warlord · 09-23-2003, 05:56 PM

The Holy Empire of Coffee Warlord
"Let them hate, so long as they fear."

UN Category: Father Knows Best State
Civil Rights: Some Economy: Strong Political Freedoms: Few

Location: the West Pacific
The Holy Empire of Coffee Warlord is a tiny, pleasant nation, renowned for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, cynical population of 5 million are ruled by a mostly-benevolent dictator, who grants the populace the freedom to live their own lives but watches carefully for anyone to slip up.

The small government is effectively ruled by the Department of Law & Order, with areas such as Social Welfare and Religion & Spirituality receiving almost no funds by comparison. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 7%. A healthy private sector is led by the Arms Manufacturing, Woodchip Exports, and Soda Sales industries.

Crime is a serious problem. Coffee Warlord's national animal is the colossal squid and its currency is the imperial.

We are the arms dealers of the FOFC. Fear.

illinifan999 · 09-23-2003, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by sterlingice
As much as I want to play, hattrick already takes up too much time...

SI

The Dictatorship of Hattrickism
"With goals come supporters."

UN Category: Iron Fist Consumerists
Civil Rights: Some Economy: Good Political Freedoms: Rare

Location: the South Pacific
The Dictatorship of Hattrickism is a tiny, pleasant nation, remarkable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, cynical population of 5 million are kept under strict control by the oppressive government, which measures its success by the nation's GDP and refers to individual citizens as "human resources."

The medium-sized, corrupt government devotes most of its attentions to Law & Order, with areas such as Social Welfare and Religion & Spirituality receiving almost no funds by comparison. The average income tax rate is 18%, but much higher for the wealthy. A substantial private sector is led by the Uranium Mining industry, followed by Automobile Manufacturing and Arms Manufacturing.

Crime is moderate. Hattrickism's national animal is the midfielder and its currency is the hattrick.

illinifan999 · 09-23-2003, 06:06 PM

And not even a minute into joining the game I get an offer to join an alliance to help liberate opressed nations. What the hell, I am THE oppresor!

cthomer5000 · 09-23-2003, 06:15 PM

The Oppressed Peoples of Boring Television

"Shake your moneymaker!"
UN Category: Democratic Socialists
Civil Rights: Below Average Economy: Struggling Political Freedoms: Good

The Oppressed Peoples of Boring Television is a tiny, environmentally stunning nation, notable for its strong anti-business politics. Its hard-nosed population of 5 million are fiercely patriotic and enjoy great social equality; they tend to view other, more capitalist countries as somewhat immoral and corrupt.

It is difficult to tell where the omnipresent, socially-minded government stops and the rest of society begins, but it juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Defence, and Religion & Spirituality. The average income tax rate is 49%, but much higher for the wealthy. Private enterprise is illegal, but for those in the know there is a slick and highly efficient black market in Arms Manufacturing.

Crime is moderate. Boring Television's national animal is the squirrel, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the bone.

DeToxRox · 09-23-2003, 06:17 PM

I feel so solid for this.

The Armed Republic of Detox
"Detox Rox!"

UN Category: Iron Fist Consumerists
Civil Rights: Unheard Of Economy: Good Political Freedoms: Outlawed

Location: The East Pacific
The Armed Republic of Detox is a tiny, safe nation, renowned for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, cynical population of 5 million are kept under strict control by the oppressive government, which measures its success by the nation's GDP and refers to individual citizens as "human resources."

The medium-sized, corrupt, moralistic government devotes most of its attentions to Law & Order, with areas such as Religion & Spirituality and Social Welfare receiving almost no funds by comparison. The average income tax rate is 20%, but much higher for the wealthy. A large private sector is led by the Soda Sales, Retail, and Uranium Mining industries.

Crime -- especially youth-related -- is well under control, thanks to the all-pervasive police force. Detox's national animal is the sloth and its currency is the gram.

Alan T · 09-23-2003, 06:18 PM

The Armed Republic of PotatoFarmers

"To the fields with you!"
UN Category: Psychotic Dictatorship
Civil Rights: Unheard Of Economy: Struggling Political Freedoms: Rare
Location: the Pacific

The Armed Republic of PotatoFarmers is a tiny, safe nation, notable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, cynical population of 5 million are ruled without fear or favor by a psychotic dictator, who outlaws just about everything and refers to the populace as "my little playthings."

It is difficult to tell where the omnipresent, corrupt, moralistic, socially-minded government stops and the rest of society begins, but it is effectively ruled by the Department of Law & Order, with areas such as Social Welfare and Religion & Spirituality receiving almost no funds by comparison. The average income tax rate is 53%, and even higher for the wealthy. Private enterprise is illegal, but for those in the know there is a slick and highly efficient black market in Arms Manufacturing.

Crime -- especially youth-related -- is well under control, thanks to the all-pervasive police force. PotatoFarmers's national animal is the aardvark, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the potato.

DeToxRox · 09-23-2003, 06:26 PM

Alan, you're a man of good principles, we salute you!

Coffee Warlord · 09-23-2003, 06:32 PM

Hey Detox, I propose you ally with the Holy Empire of Coffee Warlord. With my arms manufacturing plants and your uranium deposits, we could be a world player.

daedalus · 09-23-2003, 06:36 PM

The Community of The Wolfe
"Live"

UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy
Civil Rights: Average
Economy: Strong
Political Freedoms: Excellent
Location: the West Pacific

The Community of The Wolfe is a tiny, pleasant nation, notable for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.

The small government juggles the competing demands of Healthcare, Social Welfare, and Education. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 10%. A small private sector is dominated by the Door-to-door Insurance Sales industry.

Crime is a problem, and the police force struggles against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. The Wolfe's national animal is the wolf and its currency is the bones.

09-23-2003, 03:13 PM	#2
Marmel Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Manchester, CT	The Dominion of Marmelicious "What's mine is mine, what's your is mine" Location: the West Pacific The Republic of Marmelicious is a tiny, economically powerful nation, remarkable for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, cynical population of 5 million are rabid consumers, partly through choice and partly because the government tells them to and dissenters tend to vanish from their homes at night. There is no government in the normal sense the word; however, a small group of community-minded, pro-business individuals devotes most of its attentions to Law & Order, with areas such as Social Welfare and Religion & Spirituality receiving almost no funds by comparison. Income tax is unheard of. A powerhouse of a private sector is led by the Furniture Restoration, Cheese Exports, and Retail industries. Crime is a serious problem. Marmelicious's national animal is the marsupial, which teeters on the brink of extinction due to widespread deforestation, and its currency is the marmel. __________________ 81-78 Cincinnati basketball writer P. Daugherty, "Connor Barwin playing several minutes against Syracuse is like kids with slingshots taking down Caesar's legions." Last edited by Marmel : 09-23-2003 at 03:16 PM.

09-23-2003, 03:14 PM	#3
SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	No-Longer-Dola: I've created a FOFC region, so we may band together for a stronger vote in the UN. (or just plunge the region into war) When you create your nation, choose to move them and put them in the FOFC region __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

09-23-2003, 03:18 PM	#5
Swaggs Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000	The Kingdom of Swaggs "Penguins are always free." UN Category: Liberal Democratic Socialists Civil Rights: Excellent Economy: Developing Political Freedoms: Excellent Location: The North Pacific The Kingdom of Swaggs is a tiny, environmentally stunning nation, renowned for its compulsory military service. Its compassionate, intelligent population of 5 million love a good election, and the government gives them plenty of them. Universities tend to be full of students debating the merits of various civil and political rights, while businesses are tightly regulated and the wealthy viewed with suspicion. The large government juggles the competing demands of Healthcare, Social Welfare, and Education. The average income tax rate is 29%, but much higher for the wealthy. A small but healthy private sector is led by the Furniture Restoration industry, followed by Trout Farming and Information Technology. Crime -- especially youth-related -- is relatively low. Swaggs's national animal is the penguin, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the buck. __________________ DOWN WITH HATTRICK!!! The RWBL Are you reading In The Bleachers?

09-23-2003, 03:19 PM	#7
SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	Wow. Bunch of buisness playa-hatas goin on so far Join FOFC Region, guys __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

09-23-2003, 03:20 PM	#9
SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	Oh, I already had an issue. Should democracy be compulsory, IE, should you be forced to vote? I said "What, are you kidding me?" Look at the folks who do vote. __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

09-23-2003, 03:18 PM	#4
korme Go Reds Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bloodbuzz Ohio	The Republic of Shorty3281 "We r0x0rs" UN Category: Liberal Democratic Socialists Civil Rights: Good Economy: Reasonable Political Freedoms: Excellent Location: the South Pacific The Republic of Shorty3281 is a tiny, environmentally stunning nation, renowned for its absence of drug laws. Its compassionate, intelligent population of 5 million love a good election, and the government gives them plenty of them. Universities tend to be full of students debating the merits of various civil and political rights, while businesses are tightly regulated and the wealthy viewed with suspicion. The medium-sized government is effectively ruled by the Department of Commerce, with areas such as Religion & Spirituality and Defence receiving almost no funds by comparison. The average income tax rate is 19%, but much higher for the wealthy. A small private sector is dominated by the Basket Weaving industry. Crime is moderate, and the police force struggles against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. Shorty3281's national animal is the spitting camel, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the loot.

09-23-2003, 03:19 PM	#6
sabotai General Manager Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Satellite of Love	I remember this. I played this for awhile about a year or two ago. Fun little game.

09-23-2003, 03:21 PM	#10
JeeberD General Manager Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: The Town of Flower Mound	The Republic of JeeberD "The few, the proud, the JeeberDish..." UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy Civil Rights: Very Good Economy: Strong Political Freedoms: Very Good Location: the South Pacific The Republic of JeeberD is a tiny, socially progressive nation, remarkable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often. The tiny government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Defence, and Commerce. The average income tax rate is 3%. A large private sector is led by the Door-to-door Insurance Sales industry, followed by Arms Manufacturing and Beef-Based Agriculture. Crime is a serious problem. JeeberD's national animal is the Marmelicious Marmet and its currency is the goofnard. __________________ UTEP Miners!!! I solemnly swear to never cheer for TO

09-23-2003, 03:23 PM	#11
SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	Uh oh. I see problems forming between Jeeber and Marm (wondering if I should keep JeeberD from joining FOFC) And BTW.. 3% TAX RATE? WHAFU*K? Ah.. Door-to_Door Insurance Sales is his top industry. In otherwords, Jeebs is a Mob Nation __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

09-23-2003, 03:24 PM	#13
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	The Republic of Easy Macs "In Skygod we Trust" UN Category: New York Times Democracy Civil Rights: Good Economy: Very Strong Political Freedoms: Superb Location: FOFC The Republic of Easy Macs is a tiny, economically powerful nation, renowned for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million enjoy a sensible mix of personal and economic freedoms, while the political process is open and the people's right to vote held sacrosanct. The small government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Commerce, and Healthcare. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 7%. A powerhouse of a private sector is led by the Basket Weaving, Door-to-door Insurance Sales, and Trout Farming industries. Crime is a problem. Easy Macs's national animal is the marmoset and its currency is the dean.

09-23-2003, 03:27 PM	#14
korme Go Reds Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bloodbuzz Ohio	Ok, here's how, since Foz likes ignoring me. Go to your region (Mine is South Pacific) on the left side. It says something like "Tired of your region? Move!" or something, so just click that and type in FOFC.

09-23-2003, 03:29 PM	#16
Ben E Lou Morgado's Favorite Forum Fascist Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Greensboro, NC	The Republic of Skydogland "You've got to fight the powers that be!" UN Category: Capitalist Paradise Civil Rights: Good Economy: Very Strong Political Freedoms: Very Good Location: the Pacific The Republic of Skydogland is a tiny, economically powerful nation, remarkable for its compulsory military service. Its hard- nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million are either ruled by a small, efficient government or a conglomerate of multinational corporations; it's difficult to tell which. The small government devotes most of its attentions to Religion & Spirituality, with areas such as Social Welfare and Commerce receiving almost no funds by comparison. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 3%. A robust private sector is led by the Information Technology, Gambling, and Door-to-door Insurance Sales industries. Crime is a major problem, and the police force struggles against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. Skydogland's national animal is the tiger and its currency is the dollar. __________________ The media don't understand the kinds of problems and pressures 54 million come wit'!

09-23-2003, 03:31 PM	#17
Easy Mac Registered User Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Here	Trout Farming industries. Seems my boys like to farm trout. I guess the means the proctologist business is booming in my country.

09-23-2003, 03:33 PM	#18
SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	"Well, son, we plant the trout in the ground, and hope for a little rain, and hopefully, come harvest time, this tract of land will be filled with grown trout" __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

09-23-2003, 03:36 PM	#19
Ben E Lou Morgado's Favorite Forum Fascist Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Greensboro, NC	Ok....so now what do I do? __________________ The media don't understand the kinds of problems and pressures 54 million come wit'!

09-23-2003, 03:37 PM	#20
Bearcat729 College Benchwarmer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Cincinnati, Ohio	The Republic of Bearcat "Oh no not again" UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy Civil Rights: Very Good Economy: Reasonable Political Freedoms: Below Average Location: The East Pacific The Republic of Bearcat is a tiny, socially progressive nation, remarkable for its burgeoning bearcat population. Its compassionate population of 5 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often. The large government juggles the competing demands of Healthcare, Social Welfare, and Education. The average income tax rate is 25%, but much higher for the wealthy. A large private sector is led by the Door-to-door Insurance Sales, Retail, and Beef-Based Agriculture industries. Crime is moderate, and the police force struggles against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. Bearcat's national animal is the bearcat and its currency is the oscar. __________________ Bearcat729 on XBox Live and PSN

09-23-2003, 03:38 PM	#22
EagleFan Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Mays Landing, NJ USA	The Republic of EagleFan "Fredom Without Common Sense and Logic is Anarchy" UN Category: Right Wing Utopia Civil Rights: Some Economy: Thriving Political Freedoms: Very Good Location: The East Pacific The Republic of EagleFan is a tiny, economically powerful nation, remarkable for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, hard-working population of 5 million are free to succeed or fail in life on their own merits; the successful tend to enjoy an opulent (but moralistic) lifestyle, while the failures can be seen crowding out most jails. The small government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Commerce, and Defence. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 7%. A robust private sector is led by the Book Publishing industry, followed by Gambling and Furniture Restoration. Crime is moderate. EagleFan's national animal is the eagle, which teeters on the brink of extinction due to widespread deforestation, and its currency is the dollar. __________________ The EagleFan YouTube Channel - Reactions Soarin' & Scratchin' YouTube Channel - We react to music, videos, TV, we talk, we are planning some field trips Soarin' & Soothin' - Meditation, Relaxation, and Sleep Aid; mental health is important

09-23-2003, 03:40 PM	#23
SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	The UN is the world's governing body. Membership is voluntary, but all member nations must abide by UN rules. Doesn't sound like we'll have a lot of UN Nations in FOFC For example, here's the current vote infront of the UN: The Resolution At Vote The following resolution is being debated by the UN. If it passes, it will immediately take effect in all UN member nations. The Cato Acts A resolution to increase democratic freedoms. Category: The Furtherment of Democracy Strength: Strong Proposed by: The Global Market Description: Reaffrming our undying commitment to liberty, be it resolved by this honorable United Nations that the following measures shall be passed in all member nations: Article I- That all taxpaying citizens shall be entitled to be represented in the government. Article II- That in all legal matters, the prosecutor or plantiff shall carry the burden of proof, and all accused persons shall enjoy a presumption of innocence. Article III- That the right of free speech and press shall not be abridged, except when such speech or press violates a contract (such as software piracy) or poses a clear and imminent danger (such as deliberately inciting a riot). Article IV- That no person shall be censored, sued, or prosecuted for his political or religious beliefs. Article V- That all persons shall have the right to petition the government and assemble nonviolently. Article VI- That government shall neither directly endorse nor censure any religion. Article VII- That no person shall be enlisted in the armed forces against his will, nor be forced into involuntary servitude, except as a punishment for a crime for which the said individual shall have been duly convicted. Article VIII- That all private individuals and businesses shall have the right to emigrate from any nation, though individual nations shall reserve the right to create their own policy on immigration and naturalization. Article IX- That inventors shall be entitled to protection from international patents for a period of no less than eighteen months from the time of invention. Article X- That government shall neither abridge nor expand the rights or responsibilities of any citizen on account of "race". All legislation in conflict with these acts are hereby null and void. These acts named in greatest honor of Marcus Portius Cato the Younger (95-46 BC), who died valiantly trying to protect the Republic from the yoke of Caesar. Votes For: 2898 Votes Against: 5198 [Delegate Votes] Voting Ends: Thu Sep 25 2003 __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

09-23-2003, 03:44 PM	#25
SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	Well, you could always make an exception, and make them do civil service instead... __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

09-23-2003, 03:45 PM	#26
KevinNU7 College Starter Join Date: May 2003 Location: Beantown	The Kingdom of Uknuckry "Speak softly and carry a big stick" UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy Civil Rights: Some Economy: Strong Political Freedoms: Very Good Location: The North Pacific The Kingdom of Uknuckry is a tiny, pleasant nation, notable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often. The large government devotes most of its attentions to Law & Order, with areas such as Social Welfare and Commerce receiving almost no funds by comparison. The average income tax rate is 19%. A robust private sector is led by the Cheese Exports, Automobile Manufacturing, and Beef-Based Agriculture industries. Crime is moderate. Uknuckry's national animal is the husky and its currency is the flangly. __________________ Boston Bashers - III.14 - (8347)

09-23-2003, 04:04 PM	#27
vtbub College Starter Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Burlington, VT USA	The Commonwealth of Roncomatic "Save Veggies, Eat Meat" UN Category: Conservative Democracy Civil Rights: Some Economy: Good Political Freedoms: Superb Location: FOFC The Commonwealth of Roncomatic is a tiny, pleasant nation, renowned for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million are known throughout the region for their efficiency and work ethic, as well as their general suspicion of leisure. The large government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Healthcare, and Social Welfare. The average income tax rate is 20%. A substantial private sector is led by the Gambling industry, followed by Woodchip Exports and Door-to-door Insurance Sales. Crime is moderate. Roncomatic's national animal is the soybean and its currency is the pound. __________________

09-23-2003, 04:08 PM	#28
sterlingice Hall Of Famer Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: Back in Houston!	As much as I want to play, hattrick already takes up too much time... SI __________________ Houston Hippopotami, III.3: 20th Anniversary Thread - All former HT players are encouraged to check it out! Janos: "Only America could produce an imbecile of your caliber!" Freakazoid: "That's because we make lots of things better than other people!"

09-23-2003, 04:09 PM	#29
Castlerock High School Varsity Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Boston, Ma	The Democratic Republic of Alatna "Liberty For All" UN Category: Corporate Bordello Civil Rights: Some Economy: Very Strong Political Freedoms: Superb Location: FOFC The Democratic Republic of Alatna is a tiny, economically powerful nation, renowned for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million are effectively ruled by a group of massive corporations, who run for political office and provide their well-off citizens with world-class goods and services. Their poorer citizens, however, are mostly starving to death while being urged to go out and get real jobs. The populace has reasonably extensive civil rights, although these are mostly aimed at allowing them to buy whatever they like. The tiny, corrupt government juggles the competing demands of Law & Order, Religion & Spirituality, and Commerce. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 2%. A healthy private sector is led by the Trout Farming industry, followed by Basket Weaving and Pizza Delivery. Crime is a serious problem. Alatna's national animal is the jackelope and its currency is the simoleon.

09-23-2003, 04:10 PM	#30
Nyarlahotep College Benchwarmer Join Date: Mar 2003	The Rogue Nation of Nyarlahoteporia "Stop stealing monkeys." UN Category: Inoffensive Centrist Democracy Civil Rights: Excellent Economy: Good Political Freedoms: Below Average Location: FOFC The Rogue Nation of Nyarlahoteporia is a tiny, socially progressive nation, remarkable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed population of 5 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often. The large government concentrates mainly on Law & Order, although Commerce and Education are secondary priorities. The average income tax rate is 23%, but much higher for the wealthy. A substantial private sector is led by the Automobile Manufacturing industry, followed by Information Technology and Arms Manufacturing. Crime is moderate. Nyarlahoteporia's national animal is the hell hound and its currency is the ducat.

09-23-2003, 04:12 PM	#31
KevinNU7 College Starter Join Date: May 2003 Location: Beantown	My Flag __________________ Boston Bashers - III.14 - (8347) Last edited by KevinNU7 : 09-23-2003 at 04:12 PM.

09-23-2003, 04:16 PM	#32
McSweeny College Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Somerville, MA	The Republic of The McSweeny Rebels "Who drank all my beer?" UN Category: Left-wing Utopia Civil Rights: Superb Economy: Developing Political Freedoms: Superb Location: the South Pacific The Republic of The McSweeny Rebels is a tiny, environmentally stunning nation, renowned for its devotion to social welfare. Its compassionate, intelligent population of 5 million are free to do what they want with their own bodies, and vote for whoever they like in elections; if they go into business, however, they are regulated to within an inch of their lives. The government -- a sprawling, bureaucracy-choked, socially-minded morass -- devotes most of its attentions to Social Welfare, with areas such as Religion & Spirituality and Law & Order receiving almost no funds by comparison. The average income tax rate is 40%, but much higher for the wealthy. Private enterprise is illegal, but for those in the know there is a slick and highly efficient black market in Retail. Crime is relatively low. The McSweeny Rebels's national animal is the penguin, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the dollar.

09-23-2003, 04:18 PM	#33
SirFozzie Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: The State of Insanity	40% tax? Much higher for the wealthy? Dayyyyum. Can we visit.. and take notes? __________________ Check out Foz's New Video Game Site, An 8-bit Mind in an 8GB world! http://an8bitmind.com

09-23-2003, 04:22 PM	#34
albionmoonlight Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Carolina	Weird, its affiliated with that book, Jennifer Government. Its an OK read. Not for many of the people on this board, though (it's very anti-free market). The dust jacket compares it to Catch-22, though I do not think that it is even in that league. Interested in playing the game.

09-23-2003, 04:44 PM	#35
sabotai General Manager Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Satellite of Love	The Free Land of Sabotland "As serious as a rhino about to charge your ass" UN Category: Capitalizt Civil Rights: Superb Economy: Powerhouse Political Freedoms: Excellent Location: EDIT: FOFC The Free Land of Sabotland is a tiny, socially progressive nation, remarkable for its barren, inhospitable landscape. Its hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million enjoy some of the most opulent lifestyles in the region, unless they are unemployed or working-class, in which case they are variously starving to death or crippled by easily preventable diseases. There is no government in the normal sense the word; however, a small group of community-minded, liberal, pro-business individuals juggles the competing demands of Commerce, Social Welfare, and Religion & Spirituality. Income tax is unheard of. A large private sector is led by the Information Technology industry, followed by Trout Farming and Woodchip Exports. Crime is a major problem, probably because of the country's utter lack of prisons. Sabotland's national animal is the meerkat, which teeters on the brink of extinction due to widespread deforestation, and its currency is the sab. Last edited by sabotai : 09-23-2003 at 04:48 PM.

09-23-2003, 04:47 PM	#36
SunDancer College Benchwarmer Join Date: Sep 2002	What are your thoughts on the "free market"?

09-23-2003, 05:01 PM	#37
Havok College Starter Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Florida	The Republic of Havotonian "Its all about the Benjimans baby!" UN Category: Free-Market Paradise Civil Rights: Rare Economy: Very Strong Political Freedoms: Excellent Location: the Pacific The Republic of Havotonian is a tiny, economically powerful nation, notable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million enjoy frequent elections, which are uniformly corrupted by big-spending corporations buying politicians who best suit their interests. The small, moralistic government is mainly concerned with Law & Order, although Defence and Religion & Spirituality are on the agenda. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 4%. A large private sector is led by the Pizza Delivery industry, followed by Woodchip Exports and Gambling. Crime is a serious problem. Havotonian's national animal is the colosal squid and its currency is the benjiman. __________________ Maniacal Misfitz - We're better than you and we know it!

09-23-2003, 05:04 PM	#38
JeffNights College Prospect Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Michigan	The Armed Republic of Nightion "Where there is a rule, we will break it!" UN Category: Iron Fist Consumerists Civil Rights: Rare Economy: Strong Political Freedoms: Outlawed Location: the South Pacific The Armed Republic of Nightion is a tiny, pleasant nation, notable for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, cynical population of 5 million are kept under strict control by the oppressive government, which measures its success by the nation's GDP and refers to individual citizens as "human resources." The medium-sized, corrupt, moralistic government concentrates mainly on Law & Order, although Commerce and Defence are secondary priorities. The average income tax rate is 14%. A robust private sector is led by the Book Publishing, Furniture Restoration, and Beef-Based Agriculture industries. Crime -- especially youth-related -- is relatively low, thanks to the all-pervasive police force. Nightion's national animal is the wolverine and its currency is the jefferon.

09-23-2003, 05:10 PM	#39
lcjjdnh College Prospect Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NJ	The Republic of Lcjjdnh "Let Freedom Ring" UN Category: Civil Rights Lovefest Civil Rights: Excellent Economy: Good Political Freedoms: World Benchmark Location: the Pacific The Republic of Lcjjdnh is a tiny, environmentally stunning nation, remarkable for its strong anti-business politics. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million hold their civil and political rights very dear, although the wealthy and those in business tend to be viewed with suspicion. The enormous, corrupt government juggles the competing demands of Healthcare, Social Welfare, and Law & Order. The average income tax rate is 26%. Private enterprise is illegal, but for those in the know there is a slick and highly efficient black market in Automobile Manufacturing. Crime is a problem. Lcjjdnh's national animal is the duck billed platypus, which frolics freely in the nation's many lush forests, and its currency is the vowel.

09-23-2003, 05:25 PM	#41
albionmoonlight Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Carolina	The Republic of The Albion Moon "Freedom requires vigilance" UN Category: New York Times Democracy Civil Rights: Average Economy: Good Political Freedoms: Superb Location: FOFC The Republic of The Albion Moon is a tiny, devout nation, renowned for its burgeoning dog population. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, intelligent population of 5 million enjoy a sensible mix of personal and economic freedoms, while the political process is open and the people's right to vote held sacrosanct. The enormous, corrupt government concentrates mainly on Social Welfare, although Religion & Spirituality and Healthcare are on the agenda. The average income tax rate is 30%. A substantial private sector is led by the Furniture Restoration industry, followed by Automobile Manufacturing and Trout Farming. Crime is relatively low. The Albion Moon's national animal is the dog and its currency is the talent.

09-23-2003, 05:56 PM	#42
Coffee Warlord Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Colorado Springs	The Holy Empire of Coffee Warlord "Let them hate, so long as they fear." UN Category: Father Knows Best State Civil Rights: Some Economy: Strong Political Freedoms: Few Location: the West Pacific The Holy Empire of Coffee Warlord is a tiny, pleasant nation, renowned for its compulsory military service. Its hard-nosed, hard-working, cynical population of 5 million are ruled by a mostly-benevolent dictator, who grants the populace the freedom to live their own lives but watches carefully for anyone to slip up. The small government is effectively ruled by the Department of Law & Order, with areas such as Social Welfare and Religion & Spirituality receiving almost no funds by comparison. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 7%. A healthy private sector is led by the Arms Manufacturing, Woodchip Exports, and Soda Sales industries. Crime is a serious problem. Coffee Warlord's national animal is the colossal squid and its currency is the imperial. We are the arms dealers of the FOFC. Fear. Last edited by Coffee Warlord : 09-23-2003 at 05:57 PM.