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The Confederation of Equilism
Topic Started: Jan 7 2007, 06:54 PM (2,951 Views)
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Greetings people of The South Pacific,

My name is Nagabeth and I represent The Realm of Equilism. You might have heard that Equilism is reunited with the GiE and IE coming back to plane Equilism. Due to this reunification I would like to request an exchange of embassies between our regions and refresh old relations.

Btw forgive me for posting it here, but since your recent server crash I didnt know were else to post this. :unsure:

Yours Sincerely,

Nagabeth
Equilism Ambassador

The Realm of Equilism
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Ah, welcome to our hallowed halls, Equilismer. I'm sure posting here will not raise anybody's hairs. Foreign Affairs Minister Caer_Rialis will certainly point you in the right direction.

Also, sorry about sending you that private message about the DSP. I assumed that you were an SP citizens.
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No problemo, Nagabeth. The Server error has us all a little loopy
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Greetings,

My name is Nagabeth and I will be you Ambassador of the Realm of Equilism.
The first weekly update will be posted soon (most likely tomorrow).
For now I have some insight in the reunification with the GiE and IE coming back to plane Equilism.

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Reunification

Nearly three years to the day that Equilism was founded, it is our great privilege to announce the creation of The Realm of Equilism. Members of both Imperial Equilism and the Government in Exile have undertaken exhaustive negotiations, which have finally culminated in the creation of the Realm.

The Realm of Equilism is an entirely blank slate. The institutions, titles, and rhetoric of Imperial Equilism and the Commonwealth of Equilism are hereby abolished.

The Realm is to be governed by the College of Equilism, led by the Lord Chancellor and consisting of all regional UN members. The College will elect a Lord Chancellor who shall serve a term of three months as the leader of the Equilism government. All legislation will derive from the College and all Chancellors (Ministers) will be selected from its ranks. The Governor General will serve as a senior advisor to the Lord Chancellor and shall represent the College in the Triumvirate of Guardians, explained below.

The Realm will be overseen by the Monarchy: the Monarch, the Lord Protector (Steward), the Heir, and any other positions of nobility which the Monarch sees fit to establish. The Monarchy will play no active role in regional governance, however all decisions of the College will require the signature of the Monarch, whose veto can be overturned by a ¾ vote of the College.

An independent judiciary will be led by the Lord High Advocate and two Advocates General. Together, the three positions will preside over legal disputes and matters of law. Prosecutions will be led by the Lord High Prosecutor.

Together, the Monarch, the Governor General, and the Lord High Advocate constitute the Triumvirate of the Guardians of the Realm. Upon extraordinary circumstances, a vote of two of the three may permanently overturn any regional decision.

Effective immediately, Neo-Conservatism shall serve as Lord Chancellor with the full legislative powers of the College temporarily being placed within the Office of the Lord Chancellor. The Lord Chancellor shall nominate a Provisional Government with each position subject to the signature of the Monarch.

The Provisional Government shall preside over the creation a new Constitution and a new cycle of elections, upon which point a new government will take power under the new Constitution.

The Ordo Hereticus will be the lone carry over from the Imperial system, however it will have no true legal jurisdiction. As such, the Ordo will continue as an RP system only, with its decisions only impacting nations which voluntarily choose to take part in the role-play.

The region has been through much over the past few months, but today marks the dawn of a new era of Equilism. We must come to together as we have always done to help craft a new Equilism both new in structure yet old in principle. We’ve got a quite alot of work in front of us in the ensuing weeks and months—together, let’s get to work on building our future together.

Westwind, Monarch of the Realm
Neo-Conservatism, Lord Chancellor of the Realm

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The Reunification Festival: Rebirth of a Region

To mark the reunification of our Region, the Chancellor and the Special Envoy for Internal Affairs have organised a Festival. This Festival will be held at the Equilism Forum, which is once again home to all nations of Equilism. However, this will not be a party to which only Equilism Citizens are invited, all people of all regions are welcome. We want to share our good spirits with everybody who wants to share theirs with us.

This Festival will start January 13. As this is the third birthday of our fair Region it is an appropriate date to celebrate its rebirth. We look now towards a positive future and have every confidence that this is the right path.

The activities at this will be fourfold. The first game we have planned for your entertainment is a Nation Creation Competition. This, however, will not be carried out in the normal fashion, but with a twist. Secondly a Scavenger Hunt will be organised. Ten logos will be hidden about our Forum, the only thing you have to do is find them with the help of some clues we provide. The third game, will be a Quiz; which will show how much you really know about Equilism. The fourth event is an election for a new title to be given to Westwind, Monarch of the Realm. Suggestions are welcome, but sadly voting on this will be restricted to Equilism Citizens.

But that will not be all. We also have a Ball planned. At the Reunification Ball we have a bar and a place to dance, converse or be a wallflower. At the end of the festivities award will be handed out for best drunk, best dressed and best dancer. Also one can vote for his or her favourite couple, who will then be announced King and Queen of the Ball.

You are all cordially invited to join the festivities, and please bring a date (this is not mandatory, but it would be much more fun).

Yours Sincerely,

Restored Othalla,
Chancellor for Internal Affairs
Wagger-Tribe,
Special Envoy of Internal Affairs

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Equilism Update
January 19, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Neo-Conservatism
Population: 155
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

UN Resolutions
- The UN Resolution “No Ex Post Facto Laws”: voting stands at 3-0-1.

Foreign Affairs
Work continues on creating a ambassador training course, being developed by Chancellor Tycholand, head of foreign affairs. To be used along with an already existing list of regional profiles, the course will help familiarize new ambassadors to the complexities on NationStates politics.

Military Affairs
The Chancellory of Defense continues its work on the Military Liaison Program [MLP]. In the next phase of the development of this program Equilism has begun reaching out to like-minded regions for the exchange of military liaisons.

The College of Equilism
Recently the College finished the new constitution, and now the Judiciary has begun its review of the document. The Judiciary will add their comments and concerns during this review period, then the College will make final revisions and vote on the document.

A Motion of Amnesty for Naivetry was brought in front of the College by Lord Chancellor Neo-Conservatism, to excuse actions of her's during the split. It was signed and approved by Westwind in the following statement:

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I Westwind, Monarch of The Realm of Equilism, do hereby confirm and decree in accordance with the Constitution and Laws of Equilism, the motion made by the Lord Chancellor Neo-Conservatism on behalf of The College of Equilism. With the exception of traditional espionage carried out against Equilism by a foreign entity, a General Amnesty is hereby granted to all citizens of Equilism for actions carried out during the regional split and separation. No repercusions for actions taken during that time will be engaged upon the citizenry of Equilism.

Signed this 11th Day of January, 2007
His Benevolent Majesty Westwind, Monarch of The Realm of Equilism


Amongst the threads of disclosure being posted by members, discussing their actions during the split, Warring Minorities has requested dual-citizenship, with his puppet, the Minority of Odo, residing in Equilism. It was during the discussion that Warring Minorities added a quote to the great entity of Equilism knowledge.

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Well you wouldn't want people to actually know what you did in a government :P That would mean you'd have to work and that's just not acceptable :D


If you're curious, here is the thread: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=4631

Bar & Games
Drunk Equilismers were heard happily celebrating the birthday of Special Envoy Notherfork. Thankfully there were no injuries, fights, or funny business during the celebrations, but Westwind was there, so you never know.

Amongst the many topics Equilismers discuss aimlessly, weather, computer troubles, random thoughts, and music have been at the top of the list. And when we're not talking, we're playing games.

Several quizzes have become popular, and other long loved games continue to be played in excess.

Role Playing & Main Street
Amongst the casual random role playing that always takes place, discussions on the value of an equiliant, and the Notherforkian Choco Bun Bunny Crisis have been popular lately.

Also a new forum, Main Street, has been opened to the public. This forum is designed to allow members to open shops for other members to buy and trade goods.
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Equilism Update
January 26, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Neo-Conservatism
Population: 153
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

UN Resolutions
- The UN Resolution “No Ex Post Facto Laws” was voted 4-0-1 in favour.

Foreign Affairs
Re-organisation of Foreign Affairs continues as relations with new regions are being considered. Treaties with other regions are in the works.

Want to actually learn to be a good Ambassador or Diplomat? Equilism has the answer! The Diplomatic Training Course has started in Equilism’s University. For those of you who are interested, see the Admission’s Office thread in The Equilism University. Foreign visitors are welcome to sign-up for the course!

Military Affairs
Equilism’s brave lads (and lasses) have been spotted in OTG, NationStates Bible Church and, more recently, in SPACE (though no Space Shuttles, Soyoez rockets or Star ships were found there…)

The College of Equilism
Amendments to the “Uniform Role Playing Currency Law” have been suggested. This amendments includes the scrapping of several passages and the implementation of a conversion rate: 1 Equillant, our Role-Play currency, will be equal to 1 Real-Life US Dollar. However, Westwind still needs to sign/enforce the amendment.

The discussion about the New Constitution has moved off to a private room. The Judiciary branch of our region is currently looking at the proposed Constitution. We have yet to hear from them.

Bar & Games
A couple of days ago, it was Westwind’s birthday! A royal turnout, as many Equilismers congratulated Westwind with his birthday.

For the rest, the usual games are being played and Equilism is addicted to quizzes. However, no Equilismer will ever spam… uh-huh.

Role Playing & Main Street
RP activity is almost non-existent, with “who will post last?” generating the main activity.

Meanwhile, all intelligence services in NationStates are trembling at the opening of Scandinavian Duchie’s “The Shady Side” Main Street. This company is a detective bureau and a private agent. I wonder if he could stalk himself…?

Bought your car at the Dealership on Main Street? Rev up your engine and drive straight to Nootz Customs for some pimping of your ride! Noot’s new company customizes your vehicle.
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Reunification Festival
The Reunification Festival is going extremely well!
However, due to all the scavengers participating in the Scavenger Hunt, the forum does have a bit of a tattered look to it… Don’t be surprised to find a couple of Equilismers wandering around the forum, trying to find the answer to the clue…
The pool is emptying fast as the Equilism Pool Party progresses. So far, Wagger-tribe, Whitewolfe, Bogans & Boozers, Tycholand, Westwind, Pope Lexus X, Nagabeth, Astarial and Tse Moana have been taken out of the pool, leaving five swimmers behind. So far, no one has pushed the Judge into the pool. Revenge is sweet…
Visitors to the Ball are dancing, drinking (and I do mean drinking…) or chatting. Several members of royal families have been spotted, but Prince William and his girlfriend have yet to have.
Voting has started on the new Monarch’s title and the King and Queen of the Ball!
The E-cademy awards have been handed out. Compliments to Restored Othalla and Tse Moana for a fantastic job!
You can still visit the Reunification Ball, just hop over to Equilism’s forum!
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Equilism Update
February 2, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Neo-Conservatism
Population: 159
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
Ambassador Felasia has left his post in Crimea, being reassigned to North Pacific; Great Britain and Ireland. Also Ambassador MILLITARISM has taken the Rejected Realms and Wall Street posts, while Ambassador Tarricoe is taking the Founderless Regions Alliance post.

Military Affairs
E-Army helicopters, warships and fighter aircraft have been spotted in NationStates Bible Church and Secularia.

The College of Equilism
The amendment to the “Uniform Role Playing Currency Law” has passed into law after being signed by the Monarch Westwind. This amendments includes the scrapping of several passages and the implementation of a conversion rate.

The new Constitution has been ratified by the College, and now has been forwarded to the Monarch for final approval. Equilism should have a fully-ratified Constitution (providing Wesrwind agrees with it;) ) within a very short time!

Bar & Games
Talk talk, talk seems to be the theme of the week for Equilism. Many Equilismers have been heard discussing several new pictures being posted in the "Photo Gallery 1: Yourself" thread: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=87&st=1280

Discussion about members' absences and illnesses, what we're listening to, and the ages of our members have aslo been taking place while our members play many posting games and quizzes.

The “Who will post next thread?” deserves a special mention: it passed the 10,000 post-mark a couple of days ago…

Role Playing & Main Street
Many old and new threads have been in popularity of late, with the E-Bar being, as usal, the most popular.

Have a cheating spouse, a missing child, or an annoying neighbor? Hire "The Shady Side" private detectives. They'll investigate anyone or anything, for the right price. So come on in, don't be afraid. Let Scandinavian Duchies's "The Shady Side" take care of all your private investigation needs:
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=4722

Bought your car at the Dealership on Main Street? Rev up your engine and drive straight to Nootz Customs for some pimping of your ride! Noot’s new company customizes your vehicle:
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=4723

Reunification Festival
The pool is empty as the Equilism Pool Party comes to its end. Wagger-tribe, Whitewolfe, Bogans & Boozers, Tycholand, Westwind, Pope Lexus X, Nagabeth, Astarial, Tse Moana, Ellezelles, Notherfork, Naivetry, and The Merlion have been ejected, leaving Restored Othalla (game judge) the winner. Many members are claiming shenanigans and demanding investigations for foul play.
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Equilism Update
February 9, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Neo-Conservatism
Population: 157
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
All regions whose Embassies in Equilism have been inactive for 6 weeks or more are kindly requested to make sure that the Embassy will return to activity.

Military Affairs
Our men and women from the E-Army have been sighted in Alberta and Wild Blue Yonder.

The College of Equilism
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It is an honor to sign the Ratified Constitution of The Realm of Equilism.

Thank you all for your hard work !

Signed this 3rd day of February 2007
His Benevolent Majesty Westwind, Monarch of The Realm of Equilism


With these historic words, a new milestone was reached in Equilism history with the ratification of the new Constitution! Congratulations to Equilism! The new Constitution can be found here.

Today, Neo-Conservatism was officially appointed as Governor-General of Equilism with a 13-1 vote in favour. Congratulations!

On the 2nd of February, Westwind has signed the amendment to the Uniform Role Playing Currency Law.

Currently agenda points being discussed:
- Equilism’s future in the AND
- Military Liaison Pacts with two regions.
- College Law and Procedure
- Opening up the Reunification Talks for all to see.

Elections
The first elections of the Realm of Equilism are underway!

The vote on the Lord Chancellor, Equilism’s Prime Minister, is scheduled to begin on Saturday and will finish on Sunday. So far, Astarial, Restored Othalla and Tycholand have accepted their nominations and are in the race!

The UN Delegacy has been separated from the government and separate elections will be held for this position. So far, only Wagger-tribe has said he will run.

Bar & Games
Instruments are hot in the Bar these days, with members discussing what instruments they play(ed). Age, the new Harry Potter number seven and posting milestones are also popular subjects.

The traditional games are still popular. Restored Othalla still has this tendency to post a lot in the Games & Fun forum – his postcount has increased dramatically over the last month!

Role Playing & Main Street
“Attack the Previous Poster” has been moved to “Who will post last?” with members fighting over the lead for the former. Several members have tried to sabotage Tycholand’s flying carpet, without any success.

The Platinum Dragon Hotel has opened its doors in Main Street. Whether you’re a foreign diplomat or an Equilismer looking for relaxation, this five-star establishment offers a whole variety of services – and it’s not even finished yet!
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Click here for The Platinum Dragon Hotel.

Not far down Main Street, Govvistan’s Science Center (GSC) has opened its doors – Govvistan is ready to answer all your scientific questions! If you’re interested in finding out how much strawberry jelly you would need to fill-up the world’s oceans, then come and visit GSC!

Reunification Festival
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The Reunification Festival has finished – thank you to all the people who have worked to make this event a huge success!

Astarial and Gaspo announced their (RP) engagement at the Ball! Congratulations to the both of you and we wish you all the best!

Several titles, prizes and Orders were handed out at the end of the Ball:
- Tse Moana won the Reunification Festival Quiz
- Restored Othalla is the winner of the Equilism Pool Party. He organised the event, but he still has to push himself into the pool…
- Gaspo and Astarial have been elcted King and Queen of the Ball.
- Westwind has formally granted Astarial a Ladyship in the Monarch of the Realm. Astarial now bears the title “The Lady Astarial of the Knickerbocker Hexagon of Whim, Whimsy and Whimiscality”.
- Naivetry was the furst to find all 10 images hidden around the forum in the Scavenger Hunt.
- Tycholand has won the Reunificates Festival Caption Contest.
- During the vote for the Monarch’s new title, “My Lord Snuffleupagus” was number one!
- Pantera Nera was selected as the Festival’s best-dressed person.
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Pantera Nera during the Equilism Reunification Festival
- Astarial, Chaucerin, Tse Moana and Tycholand have all been presented with the “Order of Noble Conduct”.
- Neo-Conservatism and Westwind have been both been bestowed with the Order of the Realm.
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Congratulations everyone!

Equilism Winter Olympics 2006
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Equilism is hosting its own Winter Olympics! The event was scheduled for December 2006, but was put-off as the reunification got closer. After that the Reunification Festival was held, but now it’s finally here! All people are welcome to sign-up!

Click here to go to the Equilism Winter Olympics!
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What cool things you alll are up to!

Congratulations on all your hard work and good times!
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Thank you J. delight.

Your more than welcome visit Naga's TeaHouse instead of the Dragon Hotel (mine is much better) ;)
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Equilism Special Update
February 12, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 154
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Lord Chancellor Elections

On Saturday the 10th and Sunday the 11th of February, members of the Equilism College (Equilism’s Parliament) went to the polls to vote on a new Lord Chancellor (Equilism’s Prime Minister).

The outcome:
Astarial – 2 votes (18.18%)
Restored Othalla – 7 votes (63.64%)
Tycholand – 2 votes (18.18%)

Congratulations Restored Othalla!

Official result announcement by Neo-Conservatism:
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The voting period is now over. With over a 2/3 majority of the vote, Restored Othalla is the new Lord Chancellor of Equilism. Congratulations to him and let me again comment how fantastic it is to once again see the democratic process at work in this region.

Upon completetion of the oath of office, Othalla shall take office immedietely and all vestages of the Provisional Government will be terminated.


Shortly after the election announcement, Restored Othalla took the Oath of Office:

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I do solemnly swear to execute the Office of Lord Chancellor of The Realm of Equilism, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of The Realm of Equilism.


Our new Lord Chancellor is the first democratically-elected Prime Minister from after the reunification. We wish him all the luck!
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Equilism Update
February 16, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 152
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
Equilism has opened relations with Lichentia and The East Pacific.

The College of Equilism
Congratulations again to Restored Othalla! He is Equilism’s new Lord Chancellor! More about that can be found in the Special (election) Update which is posted in the Embassy.

The Oath of Office taken by Restored Othalla:
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I do solemnly swear to execute the Office of Lord Chancellor of The Realm of Equilism, and will to the best of my Ability, preserve, protect, and defend the Constitution of The Realm of Equilism.


The First Cabinet of the Realm of Equilism has been announced:
Chancellor fof Internal Affairs: Nagabeth
Chancellor fof Foreign Affairs: Tycholand
Chancellor for Defense: The Merlion
Chancellor for Intelligence: Tse Moana

Shortly after the Cabinet-announcement, Westwind signed his approval.

Current College agenda-points are:
- College Law and Procedure
- The Military Liaison Pact with Jethnea is being voted on.
- A possible treaty with The Pacific
- Equilism’s future with regard to its membership of the ADN. It is expected that a vote about this matter will be held shortly.

Elections for the Chancellor of the Realm
The Chancellor of the Realm is Equilism’s UN Delegate. The position is separate from any government position. Registered candidates will have to lobby for endorsements.
Current standing:
Wagger-tribe: 18 endorsements
Thoughtful Ideas: 8 endorsements

Bar & Games
Instruments, Cybernations, age, Chauce’s prestigious award and dying puppets are dominating The Bar.

Meanwhile, the usual games are popular and Equilism continues its new passion for quizzes. However, I do dount that RO’s “1000 posts in 2 months”-thread will actually achieve its goal…

Role Playing & Main Street
”Who will post last?” has turned into a full-scale battle scene with posters trying to, sometimes violently, overtake each other on bikes, carpets, lunar rovers, etc…. Tycholand’s flying carpet is causing a big headache for the participants, but rumours have it that Tycholand has been pulled-over by the police for flying an unregistered carpet…

In Main Street, Wagger-tribe has opened a Tourist Information office. This is the place for when you need a friendly face to guide you around in Main Street. Promoting your company at the Tourist Office by means of leaflets is also possible.

Equiliants are back!
The Equiliants are back! With the posting of topics and replies, it is possible to earn CASH EQUILIANTS on the forum, which can be spent at the Store! Credit goes to Tse Moana for re-starting this system!
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Equilism Update
February 23, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 157
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Military Affairs
E-Army soldiers have come home with a tan from Italia.

The College of Equilism
The Military Liaison Pact with Jethnea has been voted on. With 12 in favour, 0 against and 0 abstains.
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Thank you, Lord Chancellor. It is my pleasure to sign the Military Liaison Pact between Equilism and Jethnea, as passed by The College of Equilism.

Signed this 22nd day of February 2007
His Benevolent Majesty Westwind, Monarch of The Realm of Equilism


Besides that, the reunification talks have been opened to all members of the College.

There are currently two things being voted on:
- Astarial’s short bill on Equilism leaving the ADN:
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We, the members of Equilism, do hereby state our intention to withdraw from the Alliance Defense Network. Our two week notice is effective immediately.

- A treaty with The Pacific

Points on the agenda, besides those mentioned above:
- Invitation from the Founderless Regions Alliance to join them
- College Law and Procedure

Elections for the Chancellor of the Realm
Wagger-tribe has been elected as the region’s new UN-Delegate. Congratulations!

Bar & Games
The usual games are still popular. A stream of casualties have arrived at the ER, all related to the new Google Fight thread.

Meanwhile, in the “1000 posts in two months” thread, Nagabeth accusations have been flying around that Tycholand eats kiddies, with this being the ultimate proof:
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Role Playing & Main Street
”The last one wins” remains a battle-scene, with various people fighting to maintain their recently-gained leading-position, only to lose it to someone else an hour later… In any case, magic carpets have been banned by thread-creator Ellezelles.

Wagger-tribe submitted a request for an Inquisition against Tycholand, accusing him of cheating to win “who will post last?”. High Templar Astarial has dismissed the case.

In Main Street, Merl’s Live Music Pub is in the spotlight. Restored Othalla, Tse Moana and K’Lach have been spotted on the stage there.
The Merlion has opened a “Privatised Prison System” where people can be held in cells and also tortured. First inmate? Tycholand, who has been accused of eating kiddies and is now being tortured…
Borealium has opened a thread about his bustling metropolis, Faireport, providing interesting details about this city.

Equilism Winter Olympics
The Equilism Winter Olympics are about to start! Tse Moana has posted a schedule with the dates of the different events. The Games will start on February 24th and last until March 18th. We wish the participating athletes and nations all the best!
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Hello :)

I've send two pm's about the ambassador exchange between Equilism and the south pacific but no-one has responded. I've been posting the weekly updates from Equilism for some time now but when can we expect an ambassador from The South Pacific in Equilism? If he or she cannot find the way I would be happy to show him/her the way (After a nice stop of drinking something bubbly). :whistle:

I will even redecorate your embassy by painting the walls, putting up a pretty picture, get you some flowers :flowers: and of course some nice furniture. :flowers:

I await your response,

Nagabeth
Equilism Ambassador
Chancellor of Internal Affairs in Equilism
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Equilism Update
March 2, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 154
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
Foreign Affairs is looking at closing relations with several regions. Relations with The South Pacific have started officially.

Military Affairs
E-Army soldiers were spotted drinking working at home: their task was to ensure a smooth Delegacy-transfer from Westwind to Wagger-tribe.

The College of Equilism
- The ADN-vote has been suspended, pending a vote on Westwind’s new plan (which in its turn has been suspended due to new Director-elections).
- The Treaty with the Pacific has been voted on, with the result being 5-4-2 (aye, nay, abstain). However, this does not meet the required 2/3 majority in the yet-to-be ratified Laws & Procedures of the College of Equilism-law.
- Tse Moana has posted a new draft of the College Law and Procedure, titled Laws & Procedures of the College of Equilism
- Closer cooperation with the Founderless Regions Alliance (FRA) are still on the College’s agenda.

UN-voting
Equilism voted 5-1-1 (aye, nay, abstain) for the repeal of “Hydrogen Powered Vehicles”. This is the first resolution-vote under our new Delegate/Chancellor of the Realm, Wagger-tribe.

Bar & Games
Dydd Gwyl Dewi Hapus – or “Happy St. David’s Day” to all Welsh-people out there! Buffeytown took this opportunity to start a “What does it mean to be Welsh?” thread.

The usual games are still popular.

There are doubts that we will reach make the “1000 posts in two months” challenge made by Restored Othalla in time…

Caption Contest number 28 has started!

The Equilism Winter Olympics are under way, and a number of nations have already obtained a fair amount of medals. More in a future update! (But you can always check-out the Equilism Winter Olympics forum yourself;) )

Role Playing & Main Street
The Inquisition-request against Tycholand (accused of child-eating) has been dismissed due to a lack of response from Restored Othalla.

Meanwhile, all kinds of arms-fire can be heard from the “who will post last?”-thread as people strive to be the first – at all costs. Magic carpets and invisibility cloaks have been banned. This means that Tycholand can no longer fly on his magic carpet that has irritated numerous participants in the past. (He now continuously zooms into the lead in an SR-91 Aurora).

In other RP-happenings, Borealium is trying to establish his place in Equilism and Tycholand has started a topic about Ambassador Island’s (a spot on the Equilism map) function.

In Main Street, Merl’s Live Band Pub is full of customers – including the Monarch himself and singers such as Tse Moana and K’Lach!
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Equilism Update
March 9, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 150
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
Foreign Affairs has just re-opened relations with the British Overseas Territory, a member-region of the FCSTO.
Just a reminder, there is a Diplomatic Training Course in Equilism’s University. The course teaches the basics of diplomacy and the Ambassadorship. The course is not only open to Equilismers, but also to all our friends across the NationStates world. If you have questions about this, please visit the Equilism forum or contact our Ambassador in your region.

Military Affairs
E-Army soldiers are still out there, defending and liberating regions across the NationStates world. Meanwhile, Military Chancellor The Merlion has been doing some Spring Cleaning in the E-Army. 

The College of Equilism
- The Confederacy of Free Regions (COFR) has put forth an alliance proposal, which was discussed in the College. However, Equilism wants to exchange Embassies only at this moment.
- Equilism will not become a member-region of the Founderless Regions Alliance at this moment.
- The ADN discussion still continues. Voting on a possible withdraw from the alliance was halted due to elections and a vote on Westwind's proposal in the ADN. Neo-Conservatism has been nominated for the Director's post of the ADN. Good luck Neo!
- Discussions are still taking place about the vote on the Treaty with The Pacific. There was a disagreement about the actual result of the votes.
- The College Laws and Procedures are now being voted on.
- A majority of College-members want the Governor General to organise the Lord Chancellor elections.
- A discussion is taking place about the Equilism’s branch of the Ordo Herectus. After the reunification, it was turned into an RP. However, The Pacific has strongly protested the use of the Ordo in this thread. Using the Ordo as a spam-police is not acceptable for The Pacific.

UN-voting
“Repeal The Right to Form Unions” was voted 1-5-1 against.

Bar & Games
The Most Hated Song, the most hated songs, bizarre holidays in March and postcounts are being talked about in The Bar. Also, it seems that a lot of our younger citizens are turning 18 this, starting with Govvistan. Happy birthday Govvistan!

The usual games are still popular. The chances of fulfilling Restored Othalla’s challenge of 1000 posts in two months look pretty good. The challenge ends on the 11th of March and so far, there have been 945 posts. Knowing Equilism, we can surely make it in time!

The Equilism Winter Olympics are still being hosted/played. Details will follow after the games have finished, so watch our updates!

Role Playing & Main Street
The Dutch garbage-can Kliko has been found rolling around the battle-zone that is “Who will post last?”

We welcome the latest business to Main Street: The Steaming Cauldron run by Magical Representation!

Meanwhile, the first “client” of the Privatised Prison System has broken-out of prison! Rumours are that Tycholand had some assistance escaping from the facility. Meanwhile, many people are looking for him, but he has hired several look-alikes. Tycholand is believed to be hiding somewhere in Main Street.
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Equilism Update
March 16, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 139
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
Diplomatic relations have been opened with the Confederacy of Free Regions (COFR) and reopened with The North Pacific.

Military Affairs
The men and women serving in the E-Army have been spotted in Wild Blue Yonder, Freedom and dresses-up as cowboys lassoing cows in Texas Rangers.

The College of Equilism
The following points are on the College’s agenda:
- College Laws and Procedures has been approved by an unanimous vote of 12-0-0. The Monarch has forwarded the law to the Judiciary for review.
- The discussion about Equilism’s branch of the Ordo Herectus is till taking place, but a decision is expected soon.
- The Monarch has asked the Judiciary to review the votes cast for the treaty with The Pacific vote, as there was some disagreement about the outcome.

UN-voting
The resolution “Climate Refugee Commission” was voted 4-0 for.

The Ordo Herectus issue has already lead to a heated discussion in the public thread about this issue. There was even an Admin-warning! The discussion can be found here.

Bar & Games
Equilism University, the default skin poll, hateable sounds, instruments and RL cruelties are hot in The Bar. Meanwhile, Equilismers gathered to wish our Chaucerin a very happy birthday – happy birthday Chaucerin!

And we’ve done it! With the deadline looming, the 1000-post-mark was reached in the “1000 posts in 2 months” regional challenge, proving Equilism’s talent for spamming.
Meanwhile, the same games are proving popular, with “The Previous Poster” evolving into a discussion about hairstyles and haircuts.

Role Playing & Main Street
The Role-Playing threads “who will post last?” and “attack the previous poster” are still the main battle-scenes in the region.

In Main Street News, the manhunt for Tycholand has come to an apparent stop, after many look-alikes were spotted in Main Street. The Platinum Dragon Hotel is now offering its customers the ability to pay for their accommodation through the Store and a suggestion has been made about introducing E-Miles, Equilism’s version of Air Miles.

Equilism University
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After a lot of work and testing, Equilism now has a proper University! Students taking the courses don’t have to visit the University-forum with its sub-forums, but can now visit the proper University. Already existing courses have been added and more courses are on the drawing-boards, including an Equilism History course, a course in Equilism Law and a Paintshop Course.
Announcement
The University

Equilism News Agency (ENA)
Efforts are underway to revive the ENA.
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Equilism Update
March 23, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 136
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
Embassies from Canada, The Proletariat Coalition, Europa and Wysteria have been closed.

Military Affairs
E-Army soldiers have been spotted in Osgiliath Ruins.

The College of Equilism
The following topics are being discussed in the College:
- A vote on the “Multiple Citizenship Act”
- Canada6’s application for dual citizenship
- A discussion about The Pacific
- “College Laws and Procedure” has been forwarded to the Judiciary for a review.
- A discussion about Equilism’s future in the ADN.
- A discussion about a Military Liaison Pact with the Founderless Regions Alliance (FRA).
- The Treaty with the Pacific has been voted on. The outcome was 5 for, 9 against. A 2/3rd majority was required for it to pass.
- The College voted unanimously against the preservation of the Ordo Herectus in Equilism (a total of 14 votes), which means that the Ordo’s branch in Equilism is closed. Westwind has granted his approval:
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Thank you Lord Chancellor, and all College members.

In recognition of The Pacific's authority over it's judicial system and by extention the Black Cardinal's authority over the Equilism branch of the Ordo Hereticus, with respect and good will to the same, I hereby sign this decision of The College. It is with hope that future concerns and misunderstandings between the peoples of The Pacific and Equilism may be understood in terms of respect and friendship.

Signed this 22nd day of March, 2007
Westwind, Monarch of The Realm of Equilism


Public Courtyard
Notherfork the Scribe has returned from a long pilgrimage through the Pacific, carrying with him the message of ADMIN. He preached to an audience of Equilismers quite passionately about what he learned and his interpretation of the Pacific Orthodoxy doctrine. This was met with some disagreement as the Black Cardinal of the Ordo Hereticus, Agamemnon Mustang, challenged some of the Scribe's interpretations.
Read more here

Other topics being discussed concern the Ordo Herecticus and Canada6’s Dual Citizenship.

Bar & Games
Most Hated Song, College Essays, ages, greetings, Felasia’s 1000th post, instruments, and poems by the Scribe Notherfork are hot topics over at The Bar. We also wish Gateborg a happy birthday!

In the Games & Fun forum, Equilismers are spamming, just as usual. Meanwhile, the “1000 posts in 2 months”-challenge has a successor: post 30 thirty things a day!

Role Playing & Main Street
The usual battles are still raging in “who will post last?” and in “attack the previous poster”.
Two new RP’s have started:
- In “Subterfuge”, a Tycholandian commercial airliner was shot-down by a Seriphitican military aircraft.
- In an “Unidentified Object”, an unidentified object (yes, what else were you thinking? :P) crashed into international waters between Tycholand and Niels. Who will reach it first and discover what it is?

In Main Street, Scandinavian Duchies’ “The Shady Side” has been closed.

Open Debate Board
Equilismers are having fun taking a political compass quiz; proving that there is no consistency in Equilismers' political views. Some come out to be hard left liberals, while others are quite the opposite. Conservatives, communists, libertarians, socialists, centrists, we've got them all here in Equilism.
Read more here

The Libertarianism debate is still popular, started all the way back on November 10th and still an active source of arguing and entertainment. Recently some dispute over the meaning of "freedom" and "equality" has arose there.
Read more here
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Equilism Update
March 30, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 128
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
On request of Nasicournia’s Delegate, their Embassy in Equilism has been closed. Equilism’s Embassy in Nasicournia has also been closed. Nasicournia and Equilism have been through a lot together, and the Chancellory of Foreign Affairs wishes this didn’t have to happen. Good luck Nasicournia!

For news on Equilism’s declaration regarding The Pacific/NPO, see the section “The College of Equilism” further in the update.

Military Affairs
E-Army soldiers have been spotted in Michigan and 0ceania.

The College of Equilism
The following agenda-points are on the College’s table:
- A vote on a Military Liaison Pact between Equilism and the Founderless Regions Alliance.
- The vote on the Dual Citizenship Act has been cancelled when it appeared that something in the proposed law needed fixing.

After the College voted against a Mutual Defence Pact with the Pacific, the following Declaration has been drafted and released:
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A Declaration of Equilism’s Goodwill towards the Pacific

In understanding previous relations between Equilism and the Pacific have not always been of kind nature, and that the recent failure to approve the Equilism-Pacific Mutual Defense Pact may lead to conclusions of Equilism inimicality towards the Pacific...

We, the Realm of Equilism, do hereby declare our goodwill and offer of friendship to the New Pacific Order. We pledge to conduct future dealings with respect and dignity, to rise over our differences so that we might pursue friendlier relations free of any incivility or animosity, and to move beyond former ornery transactions.

We declare these feelings with all humility, amity, and sincerity, in hope that the Pacific will share them and hold no contempt towards Equilism for the recent decision of the College. And once more, we shall still seek improved relations with the New Pacific Order and hope they will attempt the same with Equilism.

Signed,
Westwind, Monarch of The Realm of Equilism
Restored Othalla, Lord Chancellor of The Realm of Equilism
Tycholand, Foreign Affairs Chancellor of The Realm of Equilism


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The Lord Chancellor has issued a Legislative Order, granting Canada6 dual-citizenship.
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Legislative Order #1

I, Restored Othalla, Lord Chancellor of Equilism, hereby issue Legislative Order #1. I hereby approve Canada6's request to become a citizen of Equilism.

I feel that this is the only way in which we can resolve this issue in a fast way. It has already been too long since Canada6 made his request and I fear that it could take a whole lot longer before appropriate legislation gets passed by the College.

Therefore on completion of the Oath that is given below, Canada6 will become a fullfledged Citizen of Equilism, with all rights and obligations

Canada6, If you will repeat after me;

I, Canada6, do solemnly swear to serve the Realm of Equilism to the best of my abilities, to uphold its laws and treaties, to raise alert of all threats to it that I may be aware of, and to honorably and faithfully defend the region, the Monarch, and the Realm, both from assault and slander.

I pledge this upon my citizenry and good standing amongst the regional fellowship.


The Legislative Order has been approved by the Monarch (Westwind) and the Lord High Advocate (Equilism’s title for the Chief Justice, Chaucerin) and Canada6 has taken the oath.
Canada6’s Dual Citizenship application
Link to Legislative Order

UN-resolution voting
Due to the Delegate having internet problems, there have been no votes for the UN-resolutions.

Bar & Games
Daylight Savings Time, Westwind’s looking for a job, Harry Potter number 7, what you’re listening to, greetings, postcounts and a contracting job from the Chancellery of Defence are hot topics in our Bar.

The Gay Cafay has returned to activity.

In the Games & Fun department, the usual games are still popular. Spamming is also popular, but that’s very old news.;)

Restored Othalla’s The New Challenge has not started yet. The challenge is to post 30 things a day. For some people on the Equilism-forum, that should be easy! :P

Role Playing & Main Street
Attacks and discussion continue in “Attack the Previous Poster” and “Who will post last?”

In RP’s, Tycholand commando’s have entered an OmniCorp (a company in Seriphyn) Paramilitary Base in an effort to find evidence about OmniCorp’s involvement in the shooting-down of a Tycholand commercial airliner. This can be followed in Subterfuge

In An Unidentified Object, Tycholand and Niels are trying to see what lies at the bottom of the sea in the international waters between their countries.

In Main Street, Tycholand has been spotted and the manhunt continues to put him back in the Privatised Prison Service.
Fast-food and take-away restaurant BackDomalds has been opened by The Empire of Byzantica. A conflict in the queue has already lead to the drawing of several guns, but the situation was resolved peacefully.
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Open Debate Board
Another week goes by, and even more Equilismers take the Political Compass quiz. However, on the same thread there has begun a small conversation about the free market.
Read more here.

It appears competitors are gearing up in the God doesn't work thread for another round of heated debate some time in April. Stay tuned for developments!
Read more here.

Some interesting discussions about homosexuality have been going on in the ODB. Real life stories and discussions of morality and social norms float around.
Read more here.

Recruitment Competition
Sign-ups for the new Recruitment Competition are open. The aim of the competition? Recruiting! Tse Points are available for people who meet certain conditions. Tse Points may be subtracted if a participant doesn’t recruit enough nations!
See announcement.

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Neo-Conservatism:
Good night, sweet prince


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Equilism Update
April 10, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 223
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
Chancellor Tycholand took the week off, leaving his Deputy, Notherfork, in charge. But due to unforeseeable circumstances Notherfork was unable to preform his duties. This has lead to the delay in the release of the weekly update, and the Chancellery apologizes.

Discussion within the halls of the Chancellery have been going on concerning the Small & Intermediate Regions and Equilism Network (SIREN) proposal. This would improve and strengthen relations between the Realm and newly created and small regions.
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Military Affairs
E-Army soldiers have been spotted in Willoughby, Asia, Zealand, and Ginger Paradise.

The College of Equilism
The College has quieted down over the last week, but new issues are appearing on the horizon.

The College unanimously approved a Military Liaison Pact with the Founderless Regions Alliance, and was signed by the Monarch Westwind on April 3rd, 2007. An Equilism liaison has not yet been appointed.

A notice of intended withdrawal from the ADN has been approved by the College and the Monarch. The withdrawal will only take place if Equilism does not see satisfactory reforms to the ADN begin. Meanwhile, collegians have been discussing other issues concerning the ADN.

UN-Resolution Voting
Lord Chancellor Restored Othalla has temporarily taken UN duties, thus he brought the latest resolution (the repeal of "Sexual Freedom") before the UN voters. The proposal currently stands at 3-0 in favor of it.

Bar & Games
Equilismers were heard drunkenly celebrating Astarial's birthday this last week. She's now 18, and thus not jailbait!

The Gay Cafe has been somewhat popular of late, along with discussions on random thoughts, hated songs, daily greetings, the ages of Equilismers, and other such ramblings. For more of the madness drop by the Bar forum!

Fun and games, spamming and more spamming, it's all entertaining until someone loses an eye. This week we've seen the return of the Ask the Guru thread, with Restored Othalla acting Guru. And of course the use spam games and quizzes continue to see vast popularity.

Role Playing & Main Street
What is Ambassador Island's function? That is the question. Curious minds want to know.

Other popular RPs are still active, including the last one wins, Be Nice to the Previous Poster, and Attack the Previous Poster.

Main Street is seeing some life in the Privatised Prison Service and Cthulhu's Hospital. But buyer beware, Main Street is a good place to lose a fortune.

Open Debate Board
This week has been a busy one on the ODB. The U.S. Missile Defense System, Abortion, Homosexuality, and religion are the hot topics, sparking much debate and controversy. But on a lighter note, Equilismers are still having clean fun with the Political Compass.
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Equilism Update
April 20, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 215
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
Discussion concerning the Small & Intermediate Regions and Equilism Network (SIREN) proposal has left the Foreign Affairs Chancellery and been moved to the College for consideration. However, some discussion continues within the Chancellery.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5092

Military Affairs
E-Army soldiers have been spotted in Paradise, DoomsVille, and Lazarus.

The College of Equilism
On April 1st the College approved the intention of withdrawal from the ADN, which was later signed by the Monarch on April 3rd. Now, after the two week waiting period has been elapsed, Equilism has now officially left the ADN.

The SIREN proposal has been directed to the College for consideration, and a general consensus has been reached that a collegiate committee should be assembled to study SIREN, MLP, and similar means of foreign and military relations with other regions. Currently the proposed committee has been forwarded to the Lord Chancellor, and the College awaits his approval.

The Judicial review of the College Laws and Procedures is under discussion. The main concern shown by the Judiciary has been that the document does not include public votes, but instead restricts all votes to the College. Currently no amendments to the document have been put forward for legislation.

The new Multiple Citizenship Act has been voted on and approved by the College. The document was signed by the Monarch on April 20th. The new law was drafted and approved to replace an earlier, out-of-date document governing citizenship between Equilism and other regions.

UN-Resolution Voting
Equilism voted in favor of the "Cultural Heritage in War" resolution, the votes standing at 5-0-0.

Bar & Games
As usual Equilismers can be heard chatting it up in the bar. The region's favorite conversation piece has seemed to remain random thoughts. This once and for all proves Equilismers have no thought process...
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...502&st=2600

You'll always hear something good if you wander on over by the jukebox. Equilismer's enjoy the classical and the bizarre, and you can hear it all at the bar.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...=299&st=880

Schools and colleges and universities, oh my! Many Equilismers are fighting to get a good education, and they share it all. Where they've been accepted, rejected, and are considering, Equilism's young undergraduates discuss it.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...=4093&st=40

An awful silence, favorite pick up lines, real or fake news, and much more is also very popular at the bar. So, drop on by and take a seat; be prepared to chat it up.
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=7

As usual, an insane amount of games and quizzes have received immense popularity on the games forum. Feel free to drop by and get in on the fun.
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=46

Role Playing & Main Street
Tons of fun is to be had at the E-Bar, and much of Equilism can be found there. Do you want to be having fun too? Then take a seat, order a drink, and relax. We promise, the angry Klingons are under control.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...=70&st=4640

The mapping of Equilism continues, as countries are discovered and name errors are corrected.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...c=94&st=800

Restored Othalla is getting ready to solve its overpopulation issues, with the launch of the Restored Othalla Sea Dome Project (ROSDP). This is going to be accompanied by a large ceremony, at which several officials from across Equilism will be attending.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=4360

Govvistan has become the self proclaimed Grand Elf of Equilsim. Now a call for a picture of Govvistan with pointy ears has begun, and all await to see if the Grand Elf is all he's cracked up to be.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5126

Subterfuge, Be Nice to the Previous Poster, and the last one wins have been continued favorites in the Role Playing forum.

Open Debate Board
Egos ready to burst, the debate board still proves to be a place of the rational and the irrational. God, abortion, the media, and the USA seem to be this week's main sources of debate.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=22
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Equilism Update
April 28, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 209
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
A list of possible regions to open diplomatic relations with has been forwarded to the Chancellory by Lord High Prosecutor, Moo-cows with guns. Currently the Chancellor and Deputy are investigating further into these regions, weighing in on if an embassy exchange would be beneficial. The list had nine regions in all.

Currently the Region of Gay is being considered for an embassy exchange. The proposal has been met with no opposition.

Military Affairs
E-Army soldiers have been spotted in Gaelionica and Brigelle, and were victorious in both battles. Keep up the good work, E-Army!

The College of Equilism
Currently a Collegiate Committee to explore possible programs for better relations with small regions has begun taking volunteers. However, only two have stepped forward: Deputy Chancellor of Foreign Affairs Notherfork and Collegian Flexion, who originally proposed the SIREN project that got this all in motion. The Monarch, Westwind, has offered his assistance to the committee as an adviser.

The Small & Intermediate Regions and Equilism Network (SIREN) and the Military Liaison Program (MLP) are the chief subjects on the collegiate exploratory committee's agenda. They'll also be generating new ideas, as well as possibly proposing legislation.

Deputy Chancellor of Foreign Affairs and Collegian, Notherfork, has drafted a amended version of the "Laws & Procedures of the College of Equilism: Duties, Rights & Votes" after a Judicial review found the document did not allow for public votes. His original draft had some errors and had to be modified, and now it stands before the College for further review.

A proposed War Powers Act has been shared with the College. It was brought up during the discussion on the Laws & Procedures of the College of Equilism by the Monarch after Tse Moana (Chancellor of Intelligence, Advocate General, and Heir to the Throne of Equilism) put forward concerns over the War clause in the procedures.

An amended version of the "Laws & Procedures of the College of Equilism: Committees" has been drafted. This was done after some concerns were expressed that the document was too narrow in its scope, originally only having committees as tools of internal investigations into wrong doing. The new version would give committees further range, including the exploration of possible legislation and actions, as well as to analyze particular subjects, topics, etc for Collegiate review.

The idea for a possible law creating regional holidays has been brought up before the College. Currently it is under discussion, but all seem in favor of such a bill. Currently only three holidays have been suggested: Reunification Day (January 4th), Founding Day (January 13th), and Schism Day (October 20th). Activities have also been suggested for each of these days, such as a single Founding and Rebirth Festival, running from January 3rd through January 13th, and a solemn discussion and reflection on the past every October 20th.

This proposed holidays bill was accompanied by a suggestion for possible honorary titles of nobility to former members. Westwind, the Monarch, said that it would be acceptable if the College petitioned him to give out such titles to former and current members who've achieved much and served the region well. No petitions have been brought forward yet.

Events
The '07 Edition of the Equilism World Cup is finally here! The FEFA, the Federation of Equilism Football Associations, housed on Ambassador Island, is again proud to present this years edition of the Equilism (Football) World Cup!
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5172

Bar & Games
A discussion over the region's current population and standing within NationStates has sprung up. It's been accompanied with some history of the region's fluctuating size.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5114

Good Morning? Good Afternoon? Good Evening? Good Night? Cordial boredom to the extreme, check it out!
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5008

Govvistan celebrated his 1000th post! Join in on the celebration.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5155

Equilism keeps moving along it's musical experience, listening to everything from the elegant to the bizarre. Everyone seems to want to share their love of music, and discuss the latest cool groups.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...=299&st=880

If you're bored and want somewhere to hangout or just want to observe the madness, then drop by the Bar!!
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=7

The Spamathlon continues on the Games & Fun forum, Equilism's chief source of diversion.
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=46

Also, don't forget Equilism's fabulous arcade! One of the best in NS!
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?autocom=arcade

Role Playing & Main Street
Tons of fun is to be had at the E-Bar, and much of Equilism can be found there. Do you want to be having fun too? Then take a seat, order a drink, and relax.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...=70&st=4640

Borealium has been further developing his country, releasing new maps and information on the nation's various regions and social aspects.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=4908

Govvistan has started a thread to share short stories and information about his nation. So far he has only published one story, but more are no doubt on the way.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5148

A lot of the classic threads are still popular on the Role Playing forum, such as Be Nice to the Previous Poster, Attack the Previous Poster, and the last one wins, along with other RPs like Subterfuge and An unidentified object.
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=23

Open Debate Board
Egos ready to burst, the debate board still proves to be a place of the rational and the irrational. God, abortion, the media, Libertarianism, homosexuality, political leanings, and the USA seem to be this week's main sources of debate.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=22

Quotes of the Week

While considering the Region of Gay for an embassy exchange...

Tarricoe
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Why not, as long as their active.


Naivetry
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Well, active and not affiliated with terrorists. Posted Image


Restored Othalla
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So, you associate gay people as being affiliated with terrorists... Posted Image


Naivetry
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Posted Image  I'm a 21st century American - I associate everyone with terrorists.
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Equilism Update
May 4, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 187
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
Equilism has opened relations with Gay and Taijitu. A request for an Embassy Exchange, made by Liberty Alliance, is being considered by the FA Chancellory. Also, one of the regions which was on the list provided by Moo-Cows with Guns (see last week’s update) is now also under review.

Military Affairs
The men, women and spammers of the E-Army have been spotted in Lazarus. They’ve also been spotted in San Marino; however, the Chancellory of the Military could not confirm if the soldiers were defending or watching Formula-1.

The College of Equilism
- A Committee has been formed (which evolved from the College’s discussion to cooperate in Defender-work with smaller regions, the SIREN-project) to evaluate the Military Liaison Program (MLP), create new and/or adapted/combined ideas for military cooperation with other ideas and possible creation or amending of legislation concerning these areas. The Committee has officially been installed by Lord Chancellor Restored Othalla and will start after the elections.
- Notherfork has made a “Standard Bill Template”. The aim is to ensure that each piece of legislation has a standard lay-out.
- The debates about amending the Committee section of the College’s “Law and Procedures” is being wrapped-up and a vote is expected to be held soon.
- Collegiates are motioning for a vote about the adapted College Laws & Procedures (this is separate from the point mentioned above).
- Collegiates are discussing about regional Holidays Titles.

Elections
The first term for the first government (excluding the Provisional government) of the Realm of Equilism is almost over. On April 30th, Governor General Neo-Conservatism, announced the following:
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Nominations for Lord Chancellor will begin in approximately one week from today, on Saturday May 5th.

Members wishing to run for Chancellor of the Realm will have five days to announce their candidacy starting on Saturday the 5th as well.


Bar & Games
If you think Equilismers don’t spam, think again: The Merlion publicly announced his 3000-postcount milestone. Just a week before, Govvistan reached 1000 posts. Yes dear readers, spamming in Equilism can be a real battlefield – a fun battlefield though.

For the rest, discussions about greetings, what you’re listening to, activity in the region “The Realm of Equilism” and Naivetry’s birthday are taking place.

In the Games and Fun forum, the “Änswer the question with a question” game is proving popular. Meanwhile, Caption Contest number 30 has started, this time with Govvistan providing the following picture:
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Role Playing & Main Street
The usual games, such as “Attack the Previous Poster”, “Be nice to the previous poster” and “who will post last?” are still proving popular.

Meanwhile, Govvistan, who has appointed himself “Grand Elf of Equilism”, is being threatened. Several members are determined to “smoke him out” after Govv failed to post a picture of himself with pointy ears. If there are any Swedes around, Govvistan needs your Go to the thread!

Open Debate Board
The big bang theory, Abortion, Saddam Hussein’s execution, the US Missile Defence System in Central Europe and Libertarianism are some of the surprising and less-surprising topics being discussed and debated on in the Open Debate Board.
The United States is being picked on in “Hillary equals France” and “Brits Revoke American Independence”.

Quotes of the Week

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What an utterly useless and brilliant idea!

Flexion responding to Tycholand’s explanation of Spam Day in the Regional Holidays & Titles discussion in the College.

Equilism Goes Hollywoord (continued) – Fantasy Moguls
After having hosted the Equilism Film Festival, Equilism is continuing its love-affair with Hollywood with it’s own Fantasy Moguls! Create your own movie studio and pick some movies which you think are going to be blockbusters. Scores are determined by a number of factors. Tse Moana has created Equilism’s own league in the Fantasy Mogul.
Go to the thread!

Equilism World Cup 2007
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After last year’s successful Football World Cup (and we’re talking about European football), Tycholand is yet again organising the Equilism World Cup! Besides the matches themselves, a number of other activities are being organised. The competition is open for everyone, so you’re also invited! And you don’t have to be a football-fan to participate! Interested? Click here!
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Equilism Update
May 13, 2007

Monarch: Westwind
Lord Chancellor: Restored Othalla
Population: 187
Regional Power: Very High
Forum Link: http://www.equilism.org/forum
Equilism Wiki: http://ns.goobergunch.net/wiki/index.php/Category:Equilism

Foreign Affairs
Currently the regions of Liberty Alliance, Uroca, and the Alliance of Socialist States are being considered for further diplomatic relations.

Military Affairs
All has been quiet on the E-Army front as elections go on. Other than finishing up a few open missions, the E-Army has been mainly confined to the barracks.

The College of Equilism
As elections are underway, activity in the College has slowed.

Currently a discussion about Equilism expanding into Cybernations is underway. This was opened as concerns grew over NationStates' low activity levels. Currently no decision has been reached, but it has been agreed that Equilism needs to start reaching out to other games.

SIREN is still under discussion, as possible candidates for involvement in the program are considered. This will be further developed when the Collegiate Committee setup to investigate the SIREN project gets started during the next term.

All other legislation has been put on hold, though this will end as the next term begins.

Elections
In a odd turn of events, the elections ended in a draw! In addressing the region, Nagabeth, Chancellor of Internal Affairs, released the following summary of the voting...

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Dear people of Equilism,

The vote is closed and counted.  From the beginning this was a close race. In the last few hours it seemed that The Merlion would take the lead. But then there was a vote that was found not valid! So people shouldnt be surprised when I announce that there is no winner!! It ended up in a tie ladies and gentlemen! Both Merlion and Notherfork ended up with 5 votes each. Anyhow, Merlion an Notherfork you both did great!
What will happen will soon be determined.

Will there be a second round?? Stay tuned for more news!


Events
The '07 Edition of the Equilism World Cup is still having nations sign up teams. Currently twenty-one nations in all will be represented in the games, and more are still coming forward.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...c=5172&st=0

Tse Moana has begun an Equilism "Fantasy Moguls" league. This will see nations of Equilism compete to produce the biggest blockbusters in the region.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5197

Bar & Games
Equilism proves itself to be a region not bound by age, as more and more members talk about how many years they've been around.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=4767

Felasia and Merlion both celebrated landmark achievements this week, as they celebrate reaching 2000 and 3000 posts!
Read more on Felasia: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5017
Read more on Merlion: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...=4882&st=40

Heard a pin drop? A cow die? Some repulsive J-Pop? Post about it on the "What are you listening to now?" thread!
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...=299&st=920

Voting on Caption Contest No. 30 has opened and all are invited to go and choose their favorite.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5224

If you're bored and want somewhere to hangout or just want to observe the madness, then drop by the Bar!!
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=7

The Spamathlon continues on the Games & Fun forum, Equilism's chief source of diversion.
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=46

Also, don't forget Equilism's fabulous arcade! One of the best in NS!
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?autocom=arcade

Role Playing & Main Street
Tons of fun is to be had at the E-Bar, and much of Equilism can be found there. Do you want to be having fun too? Then take a seat, order a drink, and relax.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...=70&st=4640

Unleash the dogs of war! Once again, the trigger happy region is kicking over ant hills and loading their rifles.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showtopic=5221

A battle of fantasies has broken out during Govvistan's declaration of Grand Elfness.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?sh...mp;#entry156446

A lot of the classic threads are still popular on the Role Playing forum, such as Be Nice to the Previous Poster, Attack the Previous Poster, and the last one wins, along with other RPs like "An unidentified object."
http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=23

Open Debate Board
Egos ready to burst, the debate board still proves to be a place of the rational and the irrational. Conservatives calling people "French," abortion, British revoking of American Independence, the big bang theory, and capital punishment seem to be this week's main sources of debate.
Read more: http://www.equilism.org/forum/index.php?showforum=22
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