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Carcharoth was taken, unfortunately. But yes, Morgoth’s guardian of Angband’s gates. :P
Ah, yes, obviously; Carcharoth! A terrible, powerful beast. And so evil, running away with a silmaril like that!
Wouldn't surprise me if Carcharoth was used in a previous raid on Middle Earth :P
Now I see the resemblance of the werewolf name with the LWU. Nice idea for a name.
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Disclaimer:
The below are MY OWN PERSONAL THOUGHTS on the matter, and not necessarily shared by the rest of Middle Earth.
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Dear everyone,
The R&D aspect of the game is something our region is not into, but we experience it once a year or two years. We thank our vigilent friends that make it so that we only stumble into problems once a year and not more often, we thank our friends that came and assisted us when we got into problems, we thank our raiders for conducting an interesting in-lore raid without too much disruption, and, finally, we thank our residents for not antagonising things, as I know how much the region means for the natives and how vocal people get in those moments.
Middle Earth is mostly full of ents, so I m surprised if not the majority of our residents had any idea of the latest turmoil, which can be consideres as lucky in these given circumstaces. Thank you to the natives that were active during the raid but did not engaged the raiders in bitter RMB talk which is never productive, considering that everyone does in this game (NS) what they consider to be interesting.
So, thank you to 
Kitezh and to those that assisted Middle Earth in regaining control. Your help is utmost appreciated!
Thank you's are extended also to 
Red Maw and those that participated in the raid of Middle Earth but did so with in-lore names and generally not so much disruption.
My personal opinion to the lot of you is that the doors of Middle Earth is open for anyone that has interest in the lore, and that you can stay / remain here with your nation, a nation puppet, or come here in secret, just as long as you leave your R&D ambitions to your other nations, something similar to what I have done in the distant past. Many of you know this but many also do not, as I have played both as a defender and as an invader (back in a time when people were calling it invading rather than raiding), both for big organizations now defunct / not operational, and then I decided to remain around because this was a part of NS that also interested me.
Obviously I do not talk for the region, but I am sure that these things can be discussed and opinions on these matters given.
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TLDR: Long story short, I, personally and my view does not directly represent the view of the rest of Middle Earth, thank you to everyone that participated in the R&D event, for any part of the barricade. Have a great day everyone.
March of Maedhros, Dwarven mines, Luinil, Dwarf, and 3 othersBoisterous balrogs, Echoriath, and Elvish dorab
Everything seems to of turned out reasonably fine, and I am glad for the peace that remained on the RMB and that has been restored to the region.
Thank you to all the defenders; thank you for always looking out for us.
If anybody has any questions, concerns, or ideas feel free to TG me!
The Stalker, Tatarica, Dwarven mines, and Dwarf
Please forgive my poorly-informed-ness.
As I recall there was supposed to be a means that was made available a year or two ago that basically allowed Regions such as ours to simply opt-out of being raided. What was it again? Something like having an officer with Boarder Control that could not be removed by raiders? Sort of like a Founder for a Founderless region?
Is this available to us? If so, lets do it - now.
I seem to remember some inconclusive discussions around this a while back - some objections like what about if the person quits NS, and then it is quit involved to change who gets this power (requiring an act of the WA?).
I say let us delay and hee and haw no longer. Let us take decisive action to protect our fair region from these orcish raiders.
Noldoria is not the oldest nation in this region by far - so we don't deserve this responsibility. However, if no one else will step up an take it - if we are the only ones willing - then we will happily do this service for Arda. Let her never again be marred by raiders. We can guarantee that Noldoria will forever stand will you as an active member in our region.
We say to the free peoples - give someone amongst us this responsibility - whoever you think best qualified - so that they may crush the next raiding attempt - not unlike as Helm Hammerhand would !
Congratulations to 
March of Maedhros for reassuming delegacy :)
The Stalker, March of Maedhros, Dwarven mines, Dwarf, and 2 othersFingon, and Elvish dorab
Does anyone have a good quote of the day that we add to our WFE? And maybe change it to quote of the week / or latest quote
Some highbrow poetry perhaps:
"Ho! Ho! Ho! to the bottle I go
To heal my heart and drown my woe.
Rain may fall and wind may blow,
And many miles be still to go,
But under a tall tree I will lie,
And let the clouds go sailing by."
Tatarica, March of Maedhros, Dwarven mines, and Echoriath
Not anymore.
Gollum! Gollum!
Tatarica and Great dwarfheim
Hope you didnt have anything to do about his demise, 
Smeagollum! Something about your precious...
Dwarven mines, Smeagollum, and Great dwarfheim
Welcome back, 
Ryfin!
Yes, there was an occupation for a couple of days by the LWU raider organization.
Most of the R&D was involved in another region in around the same time, so things were a bit odd but not very.
Well, would you look at this Great Conference of Dwarves we've got going on here :)
(Actually, I would think there would be a better name for a gathering of Dwarves...have to think on it)
Welcome, Dwarfheim. Glad to have you.
Tatarica, Dwarven mines, and Great dwarfheim
Hello and welcome to the region!
There are a lot more interesting things you can do on NS now, Great dwarfheim; more issues to answer and there's fun in playing the card game also (where you get NS cards that you can collect or sell based on a random chance after answering issues). Obviously, if you want to get more involved we (Middle Earth) also do a small roleplay that you're more than welcomed to be involved in (we have some other dwarves playing and even other dwarf'named players playing non-dwarf races!)
Obviously, any questions you have, both in-theme or in-game related feel free to ask. Here I asked earlier if anyone knows of a good quote to add to our WFE, and this reminds me to change it to one of the two proposals. Anyone else has more?
March of Maedhros, Dwarven mines, Dwarf, Echoriath, and 1 otherGreat dwarfheim
Here is some good news and some less so good news.
10000 Islands Emissary Update
Date: July 2020
Population: 1657
Delegate Endorsements: 653
Forum: 
http://10000islands.proboards.com/
Discord: https://discord.gg/mw27pug
Has your region been invaded, or do you want to get in touch with TITO? If so, contact one of the following nations:
~Chief Executive: Markanite.
~Field Commander: Kanta Hame.
~Tactical Officers: Shy Guyia, Smugglers and Mercs (EF), Mingulay isle, THX1138.
~Executive Officers: Aschente, Hakketomat.
As of this reportís publication, the Government of 10000 Islands consists of:
~Chief Executive: Markanite
~WA Delegate: Kuriko
~Senior Senator for Blue Canaria North (Emissary Report): Grea Kriopia
~Senator for Lyonnesse East (Houses): Thedairos
~Senator for New Republica South (Debates and Discussions): Controlitia
~Senator for Himes West (RP): Wille-Harlia
~Minister of Labor: HumanSanity
~Minister of Immigration: THX1138
~Minister of Education: The tasmanian islands
Information about other government officials of 10000 Islands can be found here.
Scheduled elections took place in July for the positions of Senator for Himes West (roleplay) and Senator for Lyonnesse East (houses).
Wille-Harlia of TCP defeated Krystalveil of WIP with 40 votes to 20 to become Senator of Himes West.
Free Las Pinas (MSPP), Thedairos (TCP), and Haivon (WIP) all entered the first race for Lyonnesse East with the conclusion resulting in a runoff between Thedairos and Free Las Pinas as no candidate reached a 50% majority of votes. The ensuing run-off resulted in a tie that then triggered a vote by the Council of Nine to select the new senator, all of this culminating to the election of Thedairos as Senator of Lyonnesse East.
XKI thanks Marxist germany and The United Royal Islands of Euramathania for their previous service. Congratulations to the winners and commiserations to the other candidates.
~ July saw the transition of the Culture Office over to now Cultural Officer Grea Kriopia after HumanSanity's resignation following the end of the XKI Summer Olympics.
~ HumanSanity didn't go far though, as he was appointed by Chief Executive Markanite to serve as the first President of the XKI Cards Co-op.
~ As the Co-op President, HumanSanity gained Free Las Pinas and HN67 as Cards Co-op administrators to help oversee the new venture.
~ Free Las Pinas was also brought on as Casino Shift Manager with last month's Casino revitalization and as Deputy Senator for Lyonesse East following the election of Thedairos
~ Senator Grea Kriopia brought on Wischland as Deputy for Blue Canaria North to aid in the creation of this report.
~ Delegate Kuriko hired Ignis cinere onto the TIBOE team as an official endorser to help boost and maintain endorsements.
~ The evergrowing FA team saw HumanSanity made emissary to Founderless.
~ Our Minister of Education The tasmanian islands sought a new Deputy after the election of Wille-Harlia and hired Pacifical.
~ Senator Wille-Harlia also hired Central Russia and Margaux as Deputies for Himes West.
~ Wille-Harlia was named Rookie of the Quarter for his exceptional work as a TITO member, Recruiter, and Deputy Minister of Education, among other positions, as well as his outstanding contributions to the forum and A Taco Archipelago's RMB. Congratulations Wille-Harlia!
~ Islanders enjoyed a multitude of potato-based dishes alongside residents of Spiritus, at a Potato Potluck celebration of Kuriko and The Salaxans' achievements as WA Secretary-General and Vice Secretary-General. All participants are several potato recipes richer, with a few even being lucky enough to receive Kuriko and The Salaxalans trading cards.
~ The XKI Card Co-op is making good progress under the guidance of Cards Co-op President HumanSanity, with plans for a transfer card-sharing system and a mentorship program. The hard work of Co-op members has already facilitated the card rewards for several of this month's events.
~ July's Featured Nation was Free Las Pinas, whose exceptionally high activity in XKI, alongside their work as an Ambassador, TITO member, and Recruiter makes them more than deserving of this honor. Keep up the good work!
~ Cultural Officer Grea Kriopia gave Islanders a chance to express what real-world sights reminded them of NationStates in a Photography Competition. Congratulations to Wischland for her 1st place Miniatur Wunderland photo, Wille-Harlia for his tasty 2nd place S'more photo, and Eastern New England for their charming Honorable Mention coastal photo.
~At the end of the month, Hakketomat announced XKI's first-ever TacoVision! Inspired by Eurovision, over a dozen eager nations have already submitted songs. Voting begins early August, so be on the look-out for the competition's results in next month's report.
A July regional poll by Jabberwocky forced Islanders to pick a superpower, but clearly all of the disastrous time travel movie plots did not deter many.
July held some contentious topics but here are some more lighthearted posts from this month...
Dress in layers
Don't cross the streams!
Making good progress
Someone translate please...
Jk...unless?
Conflict Resolution
Have you tried turning it off and then on again?
With great power comes great responsibility
Three cheers for Kuri
Congratulations to Delegate Kuriko who successfully passed a commendation this month. Also present this month in XKI's resolution authors was Marxist germany.
July 1, 2020 GA Repeal "Military Identification Tag Act": A call to repeal previous legislation on military identification tags on the basis of flexibility and individual choice.
Author: Morover
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 7 | Against 2 | Abstain 3
Delegate vote: For (weight 702)
Final WA vote: For 13289 (80.2%) | Against 3283 (19.8%)
Result: Passed July 5, becoming GAR#497
July 05, 2020 GA Ban on Forced Blood Sports: A resolution to regulate and prevent forced blood sports amongst animals.
Author: Honeydewstania
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 5 | Against 10
Delegate vote: Against (weight: 708)
Final WA vote: For 9460 (54%) | Against 8062 (46%)
Result: Passed July 9, becoming GAR#498
July 10, 2020 GA Access To Abortion: A resolution to establish rights to and means for accessible abortions.
Author: Imperium Anglorum
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 8 | Against 13
Delegate vote: Against (weight: 716)
Final WA vote: For 12266 (71.3%) | Against 4936 (28.7%)
Result: Passed July 13, becoming GAR#499
July 14, 2020 SC Condemn Ravana: Seeking to condemn the region of ravana for inflammatory behavior during diplomatic efforts.
Author: Can No Rey
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 0 | Against 14
Delegate vote: Against (weight 713)
Final WA vote: For 1628 (9.5%) | Against 15449 (90.5%)
Result: Failed to pass.
July 14, 2020 GA Peaceful First Contact: An attempt for mandating peaceful first contact toward unknown parties newly discovered.
Author: Umeria
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 9 | Against 9
Delegate vote: For (weight: 713)
Final WA vote: For 4481 (25%) | Against 13415 (75%)
Result: Failed to pass.
July 18, 2020 SC Commend Christian Democrats: A movement to commend the target for numerous WA contributions and regional government contributions.
Author: Marxist Germany
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 3 | Against 10
Delegate vote: Against (weight 706)
Final WA vote: For 2512 (15.6%) | Against 13593 (84.4%)
Result: Failed to pass.
July 18, 2020 GA International Criminal Protocal: A proposal to demand criminal justice systems to operate in a just and ethical manner.
Author: Tinfect
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 8 | Against 5
Delegate vote: For (weight 706)
Final WA vote: For 10490 (61.1%) | Against 6680 (38.9%)
Result: Passed July 21, becoming GAR#500
July 22, 2020 SC Condemn Mikeswill: An attempt to condemn the target nation for contempt of the World Assembly and tyrannical behavior.
Author: Morover
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 13 | Against 1 | Abstain 2
Delegate vote: For (weight: 705)
Final WA vote: For 4738 (31.3%) | Against 10383 (68.7%)
Result: Failed to pass.
July 22, 2020 GA Wartime Journalism Protection Act: A proposal to protect journalists and journalistic activities in active warzones.
Author: Foril
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 12 | Against 1
Delegate vote: For (weight 705)
Final WA vote: For 10942 (64.8%) | Against 5955 (35.2%)
Result: Passed July 25, becoming GAR#501
July 26, 2020 SC Commend Vippertooth33: Seeking to commend the target nation for military activities against facists.
Author: Honeydewstania
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 5 | Against 6 | Abstain 5
Delegate vote: Against (weight 687)
Final WA vote: For 12886 (80.6%) | Against 3100 (19.4%)
Result: Passed July 29, becoming SCR#315
July 26, 2020 GA International Transportation Preclearance Act: An attempt to streamline international transportation through preclearance regulations.
Author: South St Maarten
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 4 | Against 8
Delegate vote: Against (weight: 687)
Final WA vote: For 4605 (28.6%) | Against 11502 (71.4%)
Result: Failed to pass.
July 30, 2020 SC Commend Frieden-und Freudenland: Citing the target's extensive work in Issues and regional government.
Author: Kuriko (!!!)
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 16 | Against 1
Delegate vote: For (weight 676)
Final WA vote: For 12825 (84.4%) | Against 2368 (15.6%)
Result: Passed Aug 2, becoming SCR#316
July 30, 2020 GA Repeal "Freedom To Seek Medical Care II": A call to repeal previous legislation on the grounds of poor writing and national sovereignty.
Author: Honeydewstania
10000 Islands discussion on this resolution: Link
Regional vote: For 11 | Against 3 | Abstain 1
Delegate vote: For (weight 676)
Final WA vote: For 14055 (85.7%) | Against 2353 (14.3%)
Result: Passed Aug 2, becoming GAR#502
This month's edition features an interview with one of the newest elected Senators in XKI, Wille-Harlia, on their time in XKI and future plans for roleplay in the region. Aside from their senate seat, WH also serves as an Emissary, Cultural Office Assistant, Deputy Cartographer, and TITO Member.
GK: Let's start with some of your time here. Being a more recent addition to the Islands, could you talk a bit about what attracted you to XKI?
WH: First, the recruitment telegram I received seemed the most sincere of all of them, and offered the most things. Once I got to XKI, the warm welcome I received was amazing, and no question was stupid. The same thing on the forum and the Discord. Then, when I got into some jobs where I could show my thanks, I knew I would stay for good.
GK: Since you mentioned you liked the variety of things XKI offered, have you developed any favorite activities/hobbies in your time here?
WH: There are some hobbies I have here in XKI. One is RPing in ATA with all the other regular ATAers. One hobby I used to have was refreshing to the Job Opportunities page every day for new jobs I’d be interested in. But I don’t really do that anymore now as I have enough jobs. I will also occasionally Debate in the politics section of the Discord, and I also play in the XKI Minecraft server.
GK: Speaking of hard work, you recently faced your first ever election in XKI, how do you feel now looking back at it?
WH: I was recently elected the Himes West Senator, in charge of RP. Looking back on that campaign, I think I did everything right, but I didn’t even use half of my paid advertisements. I think that once I took an early 15 vote lead, I had it won, but there was still good competition from Krystalveil, as we had very similar platforms.
GK: Could you outline some of your goals for the future of RP in XKI?
WH: I have two goals for XKI RP. The first is to improve the quality of RP in the XKI RP region of A Taco Archipelago. The second is to revive the forum and Discord RP.
GK: Big goals! Are there any future projects you can tease our readers about in regards to RP?
WH: On the Discord, I can tease an Insanity RP event, on the forum, a medieval and a WW3 event, and in ATA, a whole plethora of events that will make up an RP event with a common enemy for all.
GK: Very interesting, what are you most excited for in the future of RP?
WH: I am most excited to see the results of my attempts!
GK: For sure. Lastly, what do you think the biggest challenge will be in regards to your work in RP?
WH: This a challenge that will take thinking to overcome: How to get the game side RPers on the forum and Discord.
This impersonator, once having access to our server, engaged in a destructive action that left our entire server destroyed. All information within our server since it was created in late 2016/early 2017 has been destroyed and is beyond retrieval. Over a dozen members of our server were also banned by them, and we are working on contacting them in order to re-invite them. We ask that the community please have patience while we work go fix what has been destroyed, and if you know anything please contact us.
Thank you,
Kuriko
Chief of Staff of XKI
Tatarica, March of Maedhros, Dwarven mines, and Dwarf
First of all, welcome back Elvish dorab!
Secondly, thank you for the news!
Finally, that is some quite sad and unfortunate information (regarding your region's Discord server). I don't use Discord, but I would suspect that these things can be quite common and as such there are some safeguards in place, like backups? or links of contact for Discord admins to get things back in order? I hope that things get back to normal as soon as possible.
Middle Earth definitely stands with 10000 Islands and if there is anything we can do to help please let us know! Probably most we can do is entertain with titbits of info or in-theme songs so that people forget about the unpleasanties that have happened, but even so!
March of Maedhros, Dwarven mines, Dwarf, and Free Las Pinas
I think we are being raided now
Tatarica, March of Maedhros, Dwarven mines, and Dwarf
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