| RG's One Year in NS |
(09-18-2015, 07:07 PM)Qwert Wrote: Long live Karnetvor! Amen! Хай живе Карнетворя! (Hay žive Karnetvorya! Yes, I can actually read Cyrillic  ).Thanks to all of you for your wishes  And now, due to popular demand, my story!A year ago, I was watching this video on YouTube. Basically, the two guys in the video "create" a nation (or more accurately, a micronation) following the rules set by the Montevideo Convention. I googled the nation's name out of curiosity, and found out that somebody had created a nation on NS with the same name. I had never heard of it before, so I didn't now what to expect. I entered the page, and saw the header, "NationStates. Create Your Own Nation". That got my attention, as I had an idea in my head for a fictional nation, and I thought, "I can create it here!" I answered the initial questions, configured the settings, chose a flag (I already knew how the flag would look like, but didn't have the means to make it, so I decided to select a RL flag with the same colors. I picked the flag of Libya), and typed the nation's name. The name "Karnetvor" has an interesting origin; while I was searching for ideas for a nation name (before I found NS) I was watching Cartoon Network on TV. "Cartoon Network... Cartunetvor... Karnetvor!" It sounded alright, so I used it (since then, I have used two city names from two old Cartoon Network shows to remember the connection. Bonus points to anybody who spots them  ).My nation was created on the South Pacific (and I've never moved, so I am officially 100% South Pacifican ). None of the recruitment telegrams interested me, so I stayed here. I read the FAQ, but I still had tons of questions; "Why can't I make war?" "What is a region?" "WA?" "Why is the region page in Italian?" (this was during Kris' delegacy, and he changed the WFE's theme at least once per week to add variety. This was a regional event called "Language Week", in which he changed the text on the WFE to a different language every day for a week). I answered the first five issues, voted for a WA resolution, "Debris Prevention" (it passed, but was repealed earlier this week. How ironic ), and went to sleep.The next day, I looked at the issue results and said, "this is fun! I can make my country progress! But surely there must be something else to do..." I applied for citizenship in the forums, which I got two days later. At first, I felt out of place, because the ones posting were usually the ones in government (that was my first impression; I didn't know other people were posting too), and only posted twice that month to keep my citizenship, and get a spot on the map. That changed in October after Karnetvor's one month anniversary (I remember I proudly announced it on the RMB, and Kris actually posted a congratulations message on the WFE), for various reasons. First, Z Day happened. To the ones who haven't experienced it, it's basically two days where the NS site is invaded by zombies. I joined a "squad" led by Henn, TAC, and Farengeto, to defend the region against the undead. After I looked at all the people that had collaborated for that goal, I decided to get more involved. Second, the Sporaltryan War RP happened, and with it, the revival of Treasure Island. In the war, I acted as a neutral nation, that occassionally issued condemnations against the different factions. But that was still on the sidelines. The first RP in which I played a major role was Qwert's The Distress Call. I enjoyed it a lot, so I decided to dedicate myself to roleplay (you could say I owe in part my presence here to Henn, JCRules, and Qwert. Thanks to the three of you  )Third, I found the Hall of Spam. It served as an ice-breaker of sorts, so I started posting more. And the rest, is history If some of you have any questions about my time here, ask away!
RandomGuy199
Representative of the Federal Republic of Karnetvor Resident Venezuelan/Lampshade Bar & Grill Manager- The South Pacific Soldier, South Pacific Special Forces "You're talkin' to the Rolex wearin', diamond ring wearin', kiss stealin', wheelin' n' dealin', limousine ridin', jet flyin', son of a gun, and I'm having a hard time keeping these alligators down!" "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair
WE NEED TO HAVE A LANGUAGE WEEK AGAIN
How about a RP Language Week?
(Ryccian will be so hard to understand)
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(09-19-2015, 03:06 PM)RandomGuy199 Wrote: "Why is the region page in Italian?" (this was during Kris' delegacy, and he changed the WFE's theme at least once per week to add variety. This was a regional event called "Language Week", in which he changed the text on the WFE to a different language every day for a week). Oh man, I loved those. Making all those fun activities on the WFE is one of the reasons I sometimes wish I was the Delegate again. If you want to see that Italian WFE, you can find it here! Former Delegate of the South Pacific
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I remember "Distress Call". In retrospect, it was the first real activity to involve me and you and Qwert, and I'm only realizing now how much it laid the groundwork for the SPTO.
Darkstrait :ninja:
Former Justice, Former Local Councilor, Roleplayer, Former SPSF Deputy for Recruitment, Politically Active Citizen, Ex-Spammer Supreme, and Resident Geek "Hats is very fashion this year." (09-19-2015, 03:06 PM)RandomGuy199 Wrote: The first RP in which I played a major role was Qwert's The Distress Call. I enjoyed it a lot, so I decided to dedicate myself to roleplay (you could say I owe in part my presence here to Henn, JCRules, and Qwert. Thanks to the three of you (09-20-2015, 06:55 AM)Darkstrait Wrote: I remember "Distress Call". In retrospect, it was the first real activity to involve me and you and Qwert, and I'm only realizing now how much it laid the groundwork for the SPTO. I glad you liked it, thanks for participating! Soormann sure learned the hard way not to play with sarin
'cause the nerds of Darkstrait will outwit him!
Darkstrait :ninja:
Former Justice, Former Local Councilor, Roleplayer, Former SPSF Deputy for Recruitment, Politically Active Citizen, Ex-Spammer Supreme, and Resident Geek "Hats is very fashion this year."
Well done, well done.
"毎日の小さな努力の積み重ねが歴史を作っていくんだよ。"
Put a little effort everyday and it will stack up and create a foundation for you. - Doraemon
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(09-20-2015, 10:26 AM)Qwert Wrote:(09-20-2015, 06:55 AM)Darkstrait Wrote: I remember "Distress Call". In retrospect, it was the first real activity to involve me and you and Qwert, and I'm only realizing now how much it laid the groundwork for the SPTO. Hehe, indeed Nobody hijacks Karnetvorian ships and comes out unscathed!
RandomGuy199
Representative of the Federal Republic of Karnetvor Resident Venezuelan/Lampshade Bar & Grill Manager- The South Pacific Soldier, South Pacific Special Forces "You're talkin' to the Rolex wearin', diamond ring wearin', kiss stealin', wheelin' n' dealin', limousine ridin', jet flyin', son of a gun, and I'm having a hard time keeping these alligators down!" "The Nature Boy" Ric Flair |
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