Post by Universal Acceptance on Dec 31, 2005 23:51:36 GMT
Lazarus: Land of the Undead[/SIZE]
Written by Grenval II
Re-posted from the Meritocratic Times with permission.[/i]
The flag of Lazarus features a skull on a green and black background. Despite these symbols of death, Lazarus is on the brink of renewed life.
The history of Lazarus begins on May 2, 2004, with the Delegacy of LiesInc. Since that time nearly two years ago, Lazarus, now currently home to famous Meritocrats Lord Tom and Carintan, has experienced general inactivity and isolation. Because Lazarus was originally created as region for nations to be revived in or to die in, it became one of the largest and least important regions in NationStates history. But that fact is about to change. In this exclusive interview with The Free Confederates, a former Meritocratic Senator and current head of state in Lazarus, the Meritocratic Times brings the reader into the land of the undead as Lazarus begins its ascent into the larger NationStates world.
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Grenval II: Tell us about your election to Delegate, the highest post in Lazarus.
The Free Confederates: Well, as I mentioned at the time to a close NS friend of mine, Novus Arcadia (no idea what name he goes by these days), it has always been a bit of a dream of mine to become the delegate of a feeder region. I never really pursued the dream because I've never really lived in a feeder long enough. I lived in the Pacific for a short while... but it was only a very short period of time. Anyways, the Lazarus government was basically non-existent. The old Mandate which I had edited a few months previous was still in effect, and we still had a few of the Yaman Council members (including myself, as Foreign Affairs Commissioner), but that was basically about it. A crasher, killer kitty came into the region and took it over. A few defenders tried to take it back but gave it up. Lazarus is a no-eject region so it was sort of pointless. killer kitty was benevolent though, he kept the WFE link to our forums and participated in government discussions, he also agreed to holding elections. So when elections came around, I ran against PeoplePie, who was on the Yaman Council, but didn't hold a specific title, he had been around in Lazarus much longer than me. Lazarus was so small at that point, not to many people voted, six total. It was tied 3-3 for a few days before PeoplePie switched his vote over to me and I was declared the winner. It then took me another week to get enough endorsements for me to take the delegacy.[/b]
Grenval II: What does your job as Delegate entail?
The Free Confederates: Well, what is specified in the current Lazarus Mandate is that the Delegate is the head-of-state, with almost monarchical powers. If we keep the current Mandate in effect, I won't have to go up for re-election until March! However, as the region is transitioning and will likely adopt a new Mandate shortly (this will be the fourth Mandate in Lazarus history), I've made it pretty clear that power is available for anyone who steps us. I am not the root admin on our new forums, that title goes to Igoudala. Although I am an admin. So right now I'd say the only power that I have that no one else in the region holds is the power to change the WFE and vote on UN resolutions. Although, I am making sure that our transition process goes smoothly.[/b]
Grenval II: How do you feel about having Killer Kitty, a known invader, as High Commissioner, the second highest post in Lazarus?
The Free Confederates: Well, first off, he is inactive at this point. Once the new Mandate is adopted, I'll be able to re-appoint new and better people. The position of High Commissioner is being ditched entirely in the new version. Secondly, Lazarus is not a defender region, it never has been. We considered joining the CDA a few months ago, but did not accept the offer. Our previous elected delegate, Spectacor, was indeed a crasher. Killer Kitty did good things for the region and it was appropriate that he be granted the title of High Commissioner.[/b]
Grenval II: Lazarus recently opened a new forum. Why did you open it and what is happening there?
The Free Confederates: The founders of modern day Lazarus are Baribeau and LiesInc (known to the rest of the NS world as Sarda). They were the only two administrators on our s7 forum. Both are now inactive. Although me and PeoplePie are both moderators on the s7, it was quite urgent that we moved to a new forum. Igoudala created the s13 forum which is our new home. We are currently trying to design it to our desires and are working on picking good skins and what not. Some favor a new "angelic" theme, while others prefer classic "undead" business.[/b]
(Editor’s Note: The current Lazarus Forum can be found here. The old Lazarus Forum can be found here.)
Grenval II: Rumor has it Lazarus will soon explode onto the interregional scene in NationStates once again. What are your thoughts on this?
The Free Confederates: Most definitely. Lazarus is the least important region with a population over 500. In fact, we are over 1000. We are the only feeder region that no one cares about! It is my goal, and the goal of others in the region to change this. Once things are solid internally, we plan on developing an aggressive foreign policy. The first of our new alliances is with long time NS powerhouse, The Meritocracy (of which I am a former Senator of, and Igoudala is a current Senator of). Lazarus is the place to be for the year 2006.[/b]
Grenval II: Lazarus is currently writing a new set of laws. Can you please tell us about that?
The Free Confederates: As I mentioned earlier, modern Lazarus history begins with the first Lazarus Mandate (which is basically a constitution). In the last year or so, the Mandate has been edited many times. I myself made the most recent edits back in September of this year. After my election, when Igoudala joined the region, his first proposition was a new constitution. Although I rejected the title "constitution" I agreed to the premise and we set to work on the new Mandate. The new Mandate will have a few aspects. We have decreased the size of the Yaman Council to just five members, we will also be separating the offices of Delegate and head-of-state (the title Igoudala came up with is Plenipontiary). A few other things as well, but that is most significant.[/b]
Grenval II: I noticed you are opposed to the re-creation of the Undead Hordes, Lazarus army. Can you please explain?
The Free Confederates: Erm, well... It never really existed. Zero Hour (also known as Quilium) was the first Security Commissioner who ever really did anything about the Undead Hordes... all in all, it wasn't much. Before I became delegate, I was also General of the Undead Hordes, and I can assure you, I did nothing. I found it actually sort of amusing. I remember talking to Blackbird once about Spectacor (I was investigating whether or not he was a crasher... my investigation was inconclusive, but turns out he was anyways); Blackbird told me to be careful in Lazarus because the army had been "infiltrated." I didn't respond, but I remember laughing to myself that the two person army (1/2 me, 1/2 Zero Hour) had been infiltrated.[/b]
Grenval II: What do you believe is the future of Lazarus?
The Free Confederates: Sunshine and Lollipops.[/b]
Grenval II: Are there any other closing remarks you would like to make?
The Free Confederates: Yes... All of you really ought to come to Lazarus. I doubt there is a single veteran NS player who doesn't have a nation they need to revive. If you do, why bother leave to join some other cruddy region? Stay in Lazarus! It is the place to be.[/b][/QUOTE]
(The Meritocratic Times would like to thank The Free Confederates for conducting this interview.)
Written by Grenval II
Re-posted from the Meritocratic Times with permission.[/i]
The flag of Lazarus features a skull on a green and black background. Despite these symbols of death, Lazarus is on the brink of renewed life.
The history of Lazarus begins on May 2, 2004, with the Delegacy of LiesInc. Since that time nearly two years ago, Lazarus, now currently home to famous Meritocrats Lord Tom and Carintan, has experienced general inactivity and isolation. Because Lazarus was originally created as region for nations to be revived in or to die in, it became one of the largest and least important regions in NationStates history. But that fact is about to change. In this exclusive interview with The Free Confederates, a former Meritocratic Senator and current head of state in Lazarus, the Meritocratic Times brings the reader into the land of the undead as Lazarus begins its ascent into the larger NationStates world.
Grenval II: As a long time player and former Meritocrat, what made you join Lazarus a relatively quiet region outside the interregional NationStates scene?
The Free Confederates: Well, at the time I joined Lazarus, I was still delegate of the then dying, now dead, region "The CENA." It was pretty clear the region was coming to a close. My main nation at the time was called Wealthists, and I was looking for things to do. I originally was thinking about doing stuff in the Pacific, I joined The Pacific Underground... but that wasn't really suiting me. I brought back to life The Free Confederates and found myself in Lazarus. I had no idea where I wanted to go, so I decided to stay.
The Free Confederates: Well, at the time I joined Lazarus, I was still delegate of the then dying, now dead, region "The CENA." It was pretty clear the region was coming to a close. My main nation at the time was called Wealthists, and I was looking for things to do. I originally was thinking about doing stuff in the Pacific, I joined The Pacific Underground... but that wasn't really suiting me. I brought back to life The Free Confederates and found myself in Lazarus. I had no idea where I wanted to go, so I decided to stay.
Grenval II: Tell us about your election to Delegate, the highest post in Lazarus.
The Free Confederates: Well, as I mentioned at the time to a close NS friend of mine, Novus Arcadia (no idea what name he goes by these days), it has always been a bit of a dream of mine to become the delegate of a feeder region. I never really pursued the dream because I've never really lived in a feeder long enough. I lived in the Pacific for a short while... but it was only a very short period of time. Anyways, the Lazarus government was basically non-existent. The old Mandate which I had edited a few months previous was still in effect, and we still had a few of the Yaman Council members (including myself, as Foreign Affairs Commissioner), but that was basically about it. A crasher, killer kitty came into the region and took it over. A few defenders tried to take it back but gave it up. Lazarus is a no-eject region so it was sort of pointless. killer kitty was benevolent though, he kept the WFE link to our forums and participated in government discussions, he also agreed to holding elections. So when elections came around, I ran against PeoplePie, who was on the Yaman Council, but didn't hold a specific title, he had been around in Lazarus much longer than me. Lazarus was so small at that point, not to many people voted, six total. It was tied 3-3 for a few days before PeoplePie switched his vote over to me and I was declared the winner. It then took me another week to get enough endorsements for me to take the delegacy.[/b]
Grenval II: What does your job as Delegate entail?
The Free Confederates: Well, what is specified in the current Lazarus Mandate is that the Delegate is the head-of-state, with almost monarchical powers. If we keep the current Mandate in effect, I won't have to go up for re-election until March! However, as the region is transitioning and will likely adopt a new Mandate shortly (this will be the fourth Mandate in Lazarus history), I've made it pretty clear that power is available for anyone who steps us. I am not the root admin on our new forums, that title goes to Igoudala. Although I am an admin. So right now I'd say the only power that I have that no one else in the region holds is the power to change the WFE and vote on UN resolutions. Although, I am making sure that our transition process goes smoothly.[/b]
Grenval II: How do you feel about having Killer Kitty, a known invader, as High Commissioner, the second highest post in Lazarus?
The Free Confederates: Well, first off, he is inactive at this point. Once the new Mandate is adopted, I'll be able to re-appoint new and better people. The position of High Commissioner is being ditched entirely in the new version. Secondly, Lazarus is not a defender region, it never has been. We considered joining the CDA a few months ago, but did not accept the offer. Our previous elected delegate, Spectacor, was indeed a crasher. Killer Kitty did good things for the region and it was appropriate that he be granted the title of High Commissioner.[/b]
Grenval II: Lazarus recently opened a new forum. Why did you open it and what is happening there?
The Free Confederates: The founders of modern day Lazarus are Baribeau and LiesInc (known to the rest of the NS world as Sarda). They were the only two administrators on our s7 forum. Both are now inactive. Although me and PeoplePie are both moderators on the s7, it was quite urgent that we moved to a new forum. Igoudala created the s13 forum which is our new home. We are currently trying to design it to our desires and are working on picking good skins and what not. Some favor a new "angelic" theme, while others prefer classic "undead" business.[/b]
(Editor’s Note: The current Lazarus Forum can be found here. The old Lazarus Forum can be found here.)
Grenval II: Rumor has it Lazarus will soon explode onto the interregional scene in NationStates once again. What are your thoughts on this?
The Free Confederates: Most definitely. Lazarus is the least important region with a population over 500. In fact, we are over 1000. We are the only feeder region that no one cares about! It is my goal, and the goal of others in the region to change this. Once things are solid internally, we plan on developing an aggressive foreign policy. The first of our new alliances is with long time NS powerhouse, The Meritocracy (of which I am a former Senator of, and Igoudala is a current Senator of). Lazarus is the place to be for the year 2006.[/b]
Grenval II: Lazarus is currently writing a new set of laws. Can you please tell us about that?
The Free Confederates: As I mentioned earlier, modern Lazarus history begins with the first Lazarus Mandate (which is basically a constitution). In the last year or so, the Mandate has been edited many times. I myself made the most recent edits back in September of this year. After my election, when Igoudala joined the region, his first proposition was a new constitution. Although I rejected the title "constitution" I agreed to the premise and we set to work on the new Mandate. The new Mandate will have a few aspects. We have decreased the size of the Yaman Council to just five members, we will also be separating the offices of Delegate and head-of-state (the title Igoudala came up with is Plenipontiary). A few other things as well, but that is most significant.[/b]
Grenval II: I noticed you are opposed to the re-creation of the Undead Hordes, Lazarus army. Can you please explain?
The Free Confederates: Erm, well... It never really existed. Zero Hour (also known as Quilium) was the first Security Commissioner who ever really did anything about the Undead Hordes... all in all, it wasn't much. Before I became delegate, I was also General of the Undead Hordes, and I can assure you, I did nothing. I found it actually sort of amusing. I remember talking to Blackbird once about Spectacor (I was investigating whether or not he was a crasher... my investigation was inconclusive, but turns out he was anyways); Blackbird told me to be careful in Lazarus because the army had been "infiltrated." I didn't respond, but I remember laughing to myself that the two person army (1/2 me, 1/2 Zero Hour) had been infiltrated.[/b]
Grenval II: What do you believe is the future of Lazarus?
The Free Confederates: Sunshine and Lollipops.[/b]
Grenval II: Are there any other closing remarks you would like to make?
The Free Confederates: Yes... All of you really ought to come to Lazarus. I doubt there is a single veteran NS player who doesn't have a nation they need to revive. If you do, why bother leave to join some other cruddy region? Stay in Lazarus! It is the place to be.[/b][/QUOTE]
(The Meritocratic Times would like to thank The Free Confederates for conducting this interview.)