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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sElE_BfQ67s

Maybe I just like that kind of music because I spent a lot of time driving along the beach at night to various consorts.

Bear Connors Paradiso wrote:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sElE_BfQ67s

Maybe I just like that kind of music because I spent a lot of time driving along the beach at night to various consorts.

I hadn't heard that before but it seems like mellow chill music.

I read that as concerts ... nice, i see what you did there.

*smile*

Crystal Creation wrote:Life is treating me greatly!

Better than roughly :-)

Volaworand wrote:I hadn't heard that before but it seems like mellow chill music.

I read that as concerts ... nice, i see what you did there.

*smile*

I mean.......I wasn't lying. 👀 This was legit one of those road albums: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qQYpF2pCkLI

We already know the answer to this poll, lol.

The Filippinas wrote:We already know the answer to this poll, lol.

Of course! The South Pole has Cat Nicolas that comes out every year at Christmas time and has fishes for everyone!

The South Pacific Advent Calendar Christmas Writing Challenge!

I encourage all South Pacific nations to join Linkthe TSP forums here, there's always some fun festivals, awesome detailed role plays and assorted silliness, in addition to the bulk of our regional government system. Check it out!

In Deceber 2017 LinkThe South Pacific Christmas Writing competition was to write a poem or a short story (not less than 500 words) inspired by the following gif. This was Volaworand's winning submission.

A Penguin Holiday Poem:

'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the flock
Not a penguin was stirring, not even a squawk;
The stockings were hung by the nests with such care,
In hopes that Cat Nicholas soon would be there.

The young chicks were nestled all snug in their nests;
While visions of yummy fish danced through their rests;
And mamma in her 'kerchief, and I in my cap,
Had just settled our brains for a long winter's nap.

When out on the water there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from my rest to see what was the matter.
Away to the iceshelf I flew like a flash,
Jumped over the clutter and dove with a splash.

The moon in the crest of its wintery glow,
Gave a lustre of midday in the ocean below,
And before my wandering eyes and my bill,
Appeared a miniature sub and eight tiny krill.

With a plump furry driver so lively and quick,
I knew in a moment he must be Cat Nick.
More rapid than seals his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and purred, and called them by name:

"Now, Custae! now, Baleen! now Plankton and Minke!
On, Fatty! on Greasy! on, Oily and Stinky!
To the top of the berg! to the top of the ice!
Now splash away! splash away! splash away nice!"

As snow that before the wild storm fly,
When they meet with an obstacle, mount to the sky;
So up to the iceshelf the coursers they flew
With the sub full of fish, and Cat Nicholas too—

And then, in a twinkling, I heard with a thrill
The prancing and pawing of each little krill.
As I drew up on the rocks, and was turning around,
Into the flock Cat Nicholas came with a bound.

He was dressed all in fur, from his head to his tail,
And his whiskers were frosted with snow and with scale;
A bundle of fish he had flung on his back,
And he looked like a turkey or some sort of snack.

His eyes—how they twinkled! his whiskers, how merry!
His cheeks were like roses, his nose like a cherry!
His droll little mouth was drawn up like a bow,
And the tip of his chin was as white as the snow;

The tail of a fish he held tight in his teeth,
And the steam encircled his head like a wreath;
He had a broad face and a soft looking belly
That shook when he meowed, like a bowl full of jelly.

He was chubby and plump, a right jolly old cat,
And I laughed when I saw him, as he slipped in some scat;
A wink of his eye and a purr from his head
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to dread;

He spoke not a word, but went straight to his work,
Putting fish in our stockings; then turned with a jerk,
And laying his paw up aside of his nose,
And giving a nod, off the iceshelf he arose;

He sprang to his sub, and to his team gave a hail,
And away they all swam with a wake like a whale.
But I heard him exclaim, ere he dove out of sight—
“Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night!”


2018 update:

Thank-you nations of the South Pacific!

We are pleased that the Volaworand design won the 2018 TSP Christmas Flag competition, and wave it proudly on the regions World Factbook Entry flag this month!

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Clearly the superior pole.
page=poll/p=162006

Drystar, Auphelia, Apabeossie, Proctethia, and 2 othersPurple Hyacinth, and Shangyuen

Auphelia

Volaworand wrote:Clearly the superior pole.

Say the ones trying to melt it.

Auphelia wrote:Say the ones trying to melt it.

Pfft! We have lots of ice: room for potato fields... not so much!

Land Area: 1.82 million km²
- Glacial Ice Cover: 98.9%
- Exposed Rock: 0.7%
- Thin soils: 0.4%

You expect me to keep importing my grains from you forever?
Ooh right... the treaty.... I guess you do

Auphelia

Volaworand wrote:Pfft! We have lots of ice: room for potato fields... not so much!

Land Area: 1.82 million km²
- Glacial Ice Cover: 98.9%
- Exposed Rock: 0.7%
- Thin soils: 0.4%

You expect me to keep importing my grains from you forever?
Ooh right... the treaty.... I guess you do

Indeed! How else do you think we've been so wealthy and stable for so long? We sell our excess to the desperate, be it caused by famine or simply a matter of location, making a fortune every year as our freighters send our crops abroad. Even when our own fields suffer some (the Goddess of Agriculture's will is fickle and perfect), we set to produce so much that we simply cut down on exports to feed our own people and wait for the next year and a surely bountiful harvest. This, combined with extreme isolation, strictly enforced cultural homogeneity, and a strong national will have allowed us to become an island of stability in an ever changing global landscape. We do not project strength, but conserve it, keeping out of the mess that is international affairs. We do not make waves. We do not get involved.

When others seek to extend their influence through force, we see only fools. Our influence is not measured by bullets or bullion, but by the bushel.

The Filippinas wrote:We already know the answer to this poll, lol.

Question though, where is the Auphelian poll located? Where? or everywhere?
Also, I believe we can melt it if enough nations click on it, which generates heat. We can also make the poll extremely controversial, so the debate is heated enough for the poll to melt.

Relationship litmus test: people who love Paranoid Android or people who don't understand Paranoid Android and only remember the cartoon boobs on MTV.

Come on, rain down, rain down, come on, rain down, rain down

Office of WA Legislation Notification (OWL)

A new proposal has reached the voting floor in the General Assembly. OWL has written up a recommendation and collated opinions, and posted them to our Dashboard.

GA: Public Access to Court Records
OWL Recommendation: FOR


 GENERAL ASSEMBLY  SECURITY COUNCIL


Repeal "Whistleblower Protection Act"

Author:

Imperium Anglorum

Discussion Links:

Forum thread
LinkTSP Discord


Recommendation

OWL recommends voting  FOR  the at-vote resolution, "Repeal 'Whistleblower Protection Act'". The Delegate has been asked to cast their vote accordingly.

Please find below the Office's Analysis for an examination of the resolution and the reasons for the final recommendation.


The Office's Analysis

The at-vote resolution "Repeal 'Whistleblower Protection Act'" seeks to strike GA#539 from the pages of international legislation. While the proposal recognises the need for a WA resolution on the topic of whistleblower protection, it claims that the target's provisions are too intrusive in some and too restrictive in other areas, and that it should be replaced by a more adequate resolution.
The deficiencies pointed out by the proposal are accurate and explained in an easy-to-understand manner; especially the more complicated issue demonstrated in point 3, a legal requirement in order to prosecute whistleblowers/media outlets which is impossible to achieve due to time constellations, is untangled well by the authors. We also find the first point of the proposal particularly serious ‒ where the target resolution likely had high-ranking officials such as ministers in mind, it likewise opens up every lowly local bureaucrat's financial information to be published without possibility of legal retaliation, effectively assuming every civil servant guilty of financial misconduct without any proof needed. We wholeheartedly agree that this is utterly unacceptable.
Point 2, while appearing similarly outrageous at first, seems less serious to us, since "private" crimes can still be normally reported on without necessarily making use of the (still possibly innocent!) accused's personal information ‒ mostly, such information does not contribute much to the case at hand, and instead plays into medieval legal beliefs of public shaming. Nonetheless, this is only a proposal to repeal on these grounds, not to itself make legislation to those ends, and as such we see little harm in supporting what is otherwise a well-argued proposal to strike a flawed resolution from the books.

Thus, OWL recommends to vote FOR the at-vote resolution, "Repeal 'Whistleblower Protection Act'".

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The vote and discussion for a new proposal has been opened:

GA: Repeal “Promotion Of Recycling" (click to view information)

Discuss and vote on them here: The South Pacific WA Voting Center

Your vote will be used to decide how the Delegate will vote on this proposal and how OWL should recommend citizens casting their vote!

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Reminder also that these proposals are also still open for voting:

GA: International Bankruptcy Protocol (click to view information)
SC: Condemn Noahs Second Country (click to view information)

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Draconae, Royaltica, United States of Vietnam, Volaworand, Great darscottielands, Shangyuen

Tyuleniy wrote:I left and came back again lol. I am region surfing. But most regions are dead, or are ruled by power-hungry villains.

Ahem...

Remember me?

Aidenfieeld, Socialist state of kuwait, Proctethia, Purple Hyacinth, and 1 otherShangyuen

Post by Socialist state of kuwait suppressed by Proctethia.

Socialist state of kuwait

Tyuleniy wrote:I left and came back again lol. I am region surfing. But most regions are dead, or are ruled by power-hungry villains.

Lmao stfu you wanted to have a population of one million on an sand Bank in the Caspian sea that was already owned by another player and then refused to listen to the most basic request of lowering your population. Maybe next time professor you should listen to what other people say instead of spreading lies about our region

At least I can build a house in Antarctic land. The Arctic region is an ocean.

Post by South Caleblan suppressed by Proctethia.

Socialist state of kuwait wrote:Lmao stfu you wanted to have a population of one million on an sand Bank in the Caspian sea that was already owned by another player and then refused to listen to the most basic request of lowering your population. Maybe next time professor you should listen to what other people say instead of spreading lies about our region

haha gottem

Aidenfieeld, Purple Hyacinth, and Shangyuen

B h a r a t wrote:Well joe biden at last choose his vice president running mate yesterday.....
What a hypocrite democrats are
They have choosen Kamala harris a hinduphobic prosecutor

Good for them I guess? Heck I can't even bother to follow the US elections nor find any motivation to do so.

Philippinia wrote:At least I can build a house in Antarctic land. The Arctic region is an ocean.

Superman did it with his fortress of solitude.

Aidenfieeld, Volaworand, Proctethia, Purple Hyacinth, and 2 othersShangyuen, and Philippinia

Socialist state of kuwait wrote: -snip-

Y u heff to be mad, is only game

Philippinia wrote:At least I can build a house in Antarctic land. The Arctic region is an ocean.

Or a luxury heliski chalet for the global 0.1%

Shackleton is unique. It has been voted 'World's Best New Ski Chalet' at the World Ski Awards. This remarkable mountain home delivers a blend of luxury and adventure without equal. A mountain retreat like no other; Shackleton is both a private heliski lodge and an unbeatable 5 star ski chalet. We have taken the best elements from each concept and created a new definition of luxury.

Get a feel for life at Shackleton from the itinerary below. Remember, every stay is unique, with flexibility being the key to the Shackleton ideal.
Start the day with a full Volawordian breakfast cooked to order by your private chef and served in the elegant dining room
Head to the ski room, gear up and stroll down to the house helipad where your helicopter and guides await
Soar up to the wilderness and head into the heart of the world’s best heliski terrain. Ski powder bowls, glaciers and breathtaking slopes in perfect champagne powder
Re-live the thrills of the day whilst relaxing in the stunning outdoor hot tub with a beer or SPIT in hand
Watch a movie in the cinema, shoot some pool or enjoy a massage in the spa before dinner
Dine in gourmet style with canapés followed by a 4-course evening meal specially created by the executive chef
Relax by the fire with a digestif or head to the fully stocked cocktail bar to celebrate another epic ski day

Private Heliskiing
The location of the property at the base of Shackleton Mountain Resort, in the heart of the world’s best heliski terrain, has created a new ski concept. Fly into the wilderness from your private helipad, or ride the lift to the top of the tallest ski hill in Antarctica. In minutes, you'll find yourself at the top of a wilderness peak, with nothing but miles of pristine powder, glacial bowls and skiing that surpasses anything else on Earth. This is the ultimate in skiing luxury, reserved solely for residents of Shackleton.

Our staff will be delighted to help you tailor your own ski week. Be sure to take advantage of everything the mountains can offer.

The Ultimate in Luxury
The impressive timber-framed building was designed with indulgence in mind. The triple height great room, with its roaring log fire, is the perfect setting for canapés, or just for winding down after a day of skiing. Dinner can be taken in the elegant formal dining room, or in the more casual setting of the kitchen, where you can watch the chef prepare your food on the teppanyaki grill.

The house also features a sizeable hi-tech cinema and eight spacious guest suites, each with its own custom bathroom. A world class spa area offers everything you need to restore body and mind after a hard day's skiing, including an indoor current pool, sauna, fully equipped gym, massage rooms and a large outdoor hot tub, where you can relax and enjoy the integrated sound system and sweeping views across the valley.

To accompany this sumptuous property, expect exquisite, discreet service. Unobtrusive and informed staff will be on hand to attend to your every whim. Choice and flexibility are the bedrock of the Shackleton ideal. Antarctica’s first full-service private retreat includes gourmet cuisine from an award winning European chef and a team of staff dedicated to delivering an unforgettable experience. Your private chef will cater for all your requirements and produce specially tailored menus featuring gourmet cuisine of the highest standard. Meals can be relaxed or formal, but will always be prepared using top quality ingredients and executed with flair.

The lodge manager will create a personalized itinerary for your stay. Whether you are looking for complete relaxation with spa treatments and personal yoga instruction, or an action-packed adventure, we have the contacts in place to arrange a once-in-a-lifetime escape.

What's included
7 nights luxury accommodation for up to 16 guests on your chosen dates
Exclusive use of Shackleton and its facilities
Dedicated service from a professional team of chefs managers and house keepers
Champagne reception on arrival
Breakfast and afternoon tea daily
Children's catering available
Pre-dinner cocktails and canapés daily
Mouth watering dinners prepared by the chef (6 nights)
Carefully selected wines, beers, SPIT, spirits and soft drinks
Luxury bath products
Daily newspapers and magazines via iPad
Guided tours of Queen Elizabeth Land National Nature Preserve
In resort transport

Booking for 8 rooms/seven nights start from 60,000 Pound Sterling

- Volaworand Newswire

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And what can the north pole offer you: ooh wow... more deadly freezing water.

Auphelia, Aidenfieeld, Proctethia, Purple Hyacinth, and 2 othersShangyuen, and Philippinia

Kandorith wrote:Y u heff to be mad, is only game

The phrase “it’s just a game” is such a weak mindset. You are ok with what happened, losing, imperfection of a craft. When you stop getting angry after losing, you’ve lost twice. There’s always something to learn, and always room for improvement, never settle.

South Caleblan wrote:The phrase “it’s just a game” is such a weak mindset. You are ok with what happened, losing, imperfection of a craft. When you stop getting angry after losing, you’ve lost twice. There’s always something to learn, and always room for improvement, never settle.

Or you could not get angry at losing and seek to improve through logical analysis instead of (negative) emotions?

And to be fair, it was a jab at their silly venting.

Aidenfieeld, Abarri, Proctethia, Purple Hyacinth, and 2 othersShangyuen, and Ashnorin

The Cabinet of the South Pacific has issued an Executive Order which affects the Gameside by temporarily suspending Local Council elections until legislation has been passed by the Assembly and the incumbent Local Council to rectify the issues highlighted by the recent court case. This has the immediate effect of law, but as it affects the Gameside, it must be put to vote here as well as in the Assembly and should either vote fail it will expire and new Local Council elections must take place regardless of whether or not new legislation has been passed.

You can reach the executive order and the Assembly debate here: https://tspforums.xyz/thread-8576.html

Auphelia and Proctethia, as the incumbent LC, please make sure that this message is repeated and that a vote is arranged at an appropriate time.

Drystar, Auphelia, Aidenfieeld, Abarri, and 5 othersVolaworand, Proctethia, Melicorium, Purple Hyacinth, and Shangyuen

Socialist state of kuwait

Kandorith wrote:Or you could not get angry at losing and seek to improve through logical analysis instead of (negative) emotions?

And to be fair, it was a jab at their silly venting.

It's a copy pasta.

The black desendants

I Declare War on The North Pacific

Drugs and pregnancies

Okay so, I'm going to wipe Bigtopia off the map Using Bio-weapons and Nuclear Bombs. Do not Intervene.

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