mrmitchell's NES: Tough Times - Page 3

foolish_icarus · February 22, 2004, 03:40

To China:

Fair enough. Keep in mind that we will also keep a watchful eye over the border "for security reasons".

Micha · February 22, 2004, 05:45

From Germany to China

Your trade offer is most appreciated! We are especially interested in raw materials as iron, copper, uranium and several others. We also need raw materials to feed our micro-electronics industry.
In exchange, we could offer machinery, special warfare equipment and luxuries.

From Germany to Russia

We don´t know what to think about the ongoing border disputes between you and China... But keep in mind that they have a much bigger and better army than you, so a huge wasteland like Siberia is probably not worth losing a war...

From Germany to France

We don´t wan´t war as well as everybody else. However your "blessed" monarch has done irreparable damage to our relations. We are willing to connect a permanent peace treaty to the return of Alsace-Lorraine to Germany.
It´s not much to lose for you, compared to the gains.
After that formality is done, the road to a new European Union is wide open...

From Germany to Canada and the USA

Although we can assure you that we don´t want to start a new war, we appreciate your neutral stance. Seeing as how your economies are damaged, the German state drops all claims on any debts your countries have with us. We hope it helps.
Furthermore we´d like to talk about an increased trade with you, including US-oil shipments to us, Canadian raw materials and foods in exchange for financial aid and maybe help in reforming your economic systems...

Micha · February 22, 2004, 05:54

News

Last week the German Ministry of Information has shut down all German private broadcasting companies, including all but two television channels.
The remaining two are focussing on "cleaned" news reports and educational programs. In about three months, so an official speaker said, their will be a special children´s channel, too.

In another move the government around Chancellor Stoiber has also revoked the "public servant" status of all educational personnel, meaning it is now possible for teachers and professors to lose their jobs.
A new training standard for the above mentioned professions should ensure a high quality of those who form our children. Despite the opposition´s fears the whole educational system isn´t threatened by the new government, in fact it is even improving. No books have been burned so far...

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Germany

Economy 42 (+2, recovering slowly)
Army 41 (+6 army reform and draft)
Navy 16 (+1 growing)
Air 47 (+2 growing)
Discontent 60 (+10, loss of most TV and Radio stations)
Infrastructure 90
Education 89 (+4 educational reforms, growing)

GOVERNMENT
Dictatorship;
Kanzler Edmund Stoiber, Right-wing Conservatives.
No elections planned

Nubclear · February 22, 2004, 06:28

From CHINA to GERMANY (Secret):
My government has been approached by an dissident group based in Berlin which is attempting to overthrow your government.
Your doing too many things at once. Your raising education, economy, army, but your banning freedoms. You are running the risk of a serious revolt.
Please: We cannot lose our German allies, for then Russia and France will gobble you up.
Our troop transport is nearing European waters, and we want to park Chinese troops in Germany to help quell dissent. Will you allow it?

Micha · February 22, 2004, 06:42

From Germany to USA

We´d like to purchase your military bases on German territory. Since you need money and can´t afford to keep them running anyway it would be a good opportunity to get rid of them with a nice gain. We´re also willing to purchase any military equipment deployed there, but that´s a separate issue. Please tell us what you think of it.

From Germany to China (secret)

We thank you for your warning! The BND (German Secret Service) has also evidence of an upcoming revolt, and in fact we are hoping for it. There´s no better way cutting rights than due to a national crisis.
We need to do a complete reform as quickly as possible, since France is enmassing its military, and the old German Republic was not even close to being able to hold against a French invasion. But the population has been enjoying much too extensive rights for too long to back our power program, so we need to reform the whole society. Time is our enemy, that´s why the haste.
As for your troop transport:
We don´t really need your military to quell the unrest, however we will welcome our Chinese friends in Hamburg. Our economy cannot support a large military force as that one for long, so sadly you´ll need to find another destination for permanent deployment.

Nubclear · February 22, 2004, 06:45

CHINA to GERMANY (Secret):
We will pay for all expenses required, as if they were stationed here.
Just really be careful. One push from France and the whole deck could come collapsing. Of course China would help her German allies and restore peace, but that's hardly the issue.

Micha · February 22, 2004, 08:01

From Germany to China (secret)

Well, if the supplies are paid maybe we could arrange what you request. What´s the exact number and kind of troops we are to welcome soon?
It´s kind of you to care for us, but I think you´re too pessimistic. France won´t push anytime soon now, and we have good plans to consolidate our reign. The key is our mission: To serve the German people! Sometimes the plebs doesn´t know what´s best for it, so the state has to enforce it... I´m sure YOU know what I mean

Micha · February 22, 2004, 08:09

Quote:

Originally posted by foolish_icarus
What? No Sudedenland?

OOC:
No

Sudetenland was no territorial claim, just a demographic one. Historically, only the Eastern territories and Austria were/are rightful claims, while Alsace-Lorrain / Elsaß-Lothringen has a mostly German-speaking population and is always used to anger France

In this NES Germany will drop all colonial claims and just demand what was hers historically.

mrmitchell · February 22, 2004, 13:35

---France to Germany

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From Germany to France

We don´t wan´t war as well as everybody else. However your "blessed" monarch has done irreparable damage to our relations. We are willing to connect a permanent peace treaty to the return of Alsace-Lorraine to Germany.
It´s not much to lose for you, compared to the gains.
After that formality is done, the road to a new European Union is wide open...

France offers peace, but it will not cave to your demands.

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News

Last week the German Ministry of Information has shut down all German private broadcasting companies, including all but two television channels.
The remaining two are focussing on "cleaned" news reports and educational programs. In about three months, so an official speaker said, their will be a special children´s channel, too.

In another move the government around Chancellor Stoiber has also revoked the "public servant" status of all educational personnel, meaning it is now possible for teachers and professors to lose their jobs.
A new training standard for the above mentioned professions should ensure a high quality of those who form our children. Despite the opposition´s fears the whole educational system isn´t threatened by the new government, in fact it is even improving. No books have been burned so far...

France is concerned for the freedoms of citizens in Germany.

---France to Russia

Quote:

The network of universities and affiliated research companies have announced plans to develop synthesis processes for artificial fuels and plastics based on a variety of alternative hydrocarbons and synthetic materials to determine what can be most effective and economical.

We would be glad to form a research partnership where both of our nations work together to discover better fuels and lessen our national dependence on the Middle East. Our universities were already at work, but progress was slow.

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Russia to United States, Israel, the countries of Europe (SECRET) :

We will buy weapons from whoever can give us the best deal on modern armorments. We are particularly interested in planes, missiles, electronics and countermeasures, etc.

France will gladly sell arms to Russia, so long as we are promised they will not be used against our friends in China.

---News
The French economy slowly improves. The populace's anger towards Germany has calmed at least for the moment, but the army remains well-prepared--"just in case".

The threat of war having somewhat passed, however, some French soldiers were released from military duties and back into work. The economy benefits from extra manpower. The army is now smaller, but better trained.

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Economy 40
Army 40
Navy 45
Air 35
Discontent 60
Infrastructure 74 (a decline!)
Education 72 (France takes pride in its education)

Economy 45 (+5)
Army 40 (+0)
Navy 45 (+0)
Air 35 (+0)
Discontent 55 (-5)
Infrastructure 75 (+1)
Education 75 (+5)

Nubclear · February 22, 2004, 15:57

CHINA to RUSSIA:
WHAT?! France has revealed the RUSSIAN DECEPTION! You attempt to buy weapons to use against China!
What do you have to say for yourself?!

CHINA to FRANCE:
Thank you for revealing the grand Russian scheme against China!

CHINA to GERMANY (Secret):
You should expect about 100,000 troops to be on the transports.
And yes, we know what you mean

mrmitchell · February 22, 2004, 16:09

****.

mrmitchell · February 22, 2004, 16:12

To Russia (SECRET)
The persons responsible for our failure to encrypt our messages have been given an, er, "early retirement". They will enjoy their remaining years in an arrangement that lets them be one with nature.

To China (SECRET)
Russia did not intend to buy weapons for use against China. You can trust France that they did not. They merely wish to update their army, which is acceptable considering the alternative is letting their defenses rot away.

foolish_icarus · February 22, 2004, 16:27

Russia to Germany :

We appreciate your concern, but for perhaps the first time in its history, Siberia is moving towards prosperity. We will not sacrifice our territorial integrity or our people. We both know that weakness leads to war, not prevents it.

to China:

We have to say: [monty python] mind your own business! [/monty python]. We don't attempt to regulate your military forces, you can extend the same courtesy to us.

to France (SECRET) :

Do you still intend to sell us the weapons and equipment? If you do you can be assured any weapons you sell us will not leave Russia.

Illuminatus · February 22, 2004, 16:38

I am posting in the name of Tass, who wants you to know that he is unable to post anything in the next 48 hours due to some tehnical difficulties.

mrmitchell · February 22, 2004, 18:24

To Russia (SECRET)
Of course we still intend to sell you weapons! France will immediately increase production of war goods (tanks, guns, etc.) for sale to Russia.

To Russia (public)
France is interested in free trade with Russia. Particularly, we would like raw materials for our raw-materials-hungry factories. Could you provide us with them at a cheap cost?

foolish_icarus · February 22, 2004, 23:50

Russia to France:

We can provide you with goods at a reasonable cost—hopefully enough for both of us to make a profit. We will also integrate our fuel research efforts, as you suggested.

2010 stats

Economy: 48 (increased external expenditures)
Army: 44 (draft, arms purchases)
Navy: 46 (streamlined command and response structure)
Air: 42 (improved equipment)
Discontent: 45 (concern over foreign affairs)
Infrastructure: 58 (well planned construction efforts)
Education: 67 (improving cities and villages, less crime)

mrmitchell · February 24, 2004, 23:11

France to Russia: Great.

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Paris News

King Mrmitchell I Praised for Averting German War
PARIS - King Mrmitchell I of France has been given great popularity in his nation for wisely convincing the French people to back down from their quarrels with Germany. "Peace over war," Mrmitchell said. Because of his efforts, France successfully prevented war, and although relations are still tense, they have calmed.

He was also given high marks for improving foreign relations, and called an official holiday to celebrate how awesome he was.

Nubclear · February 24, 2004, 23:14

CHINA to FRANCE:
Such kingworship is against the codes of Communism.

ORDERS:
Fly the French flag upside down. HA!

Micha · February 25, 2004, 04:34

Quote:

Originally posted by Comrade Tassadar
CHINA to FRANCE:
Such kingworship is against the codes of Communism.

ORDERS:
Fly the French flag upside down. HA!

LMAO

Unfortunately, this NES has gone inactive for too long, now I have to leave for at least three weeks...

Well, maybe Tass could find some new recruit to take over my ~~warmongering fascist policestate~~ country

I´m sad to not get the chance to continue with what I dreamed of...

Well, Tass, could you perhaps try to get someone a biit familar with Germany? Maybe from the Benelux? Thanks!

Have fun!

Micha · February 25, 2004, 04:55

Last Ordersheet for a while...

Germany

Newspaper "Morgenpost"
Crime rates at all-time low! Since the deportation of foreigners the crime rates have drastically dropped! Although rogue broadcasters state that effect was due to a strict police state policy and has nothing to do with demographic figueres, the correlation is proven (by government-owned research institutes). Another glorious victory for our great Chancellor!
In other news, the education level of our chidren is rising slowly. So the recent reforms already pay off. It is predicted that within four years the German school system will be best world wide!
Today the second step of the educational reform began: Government expenditures for books and school inventory have tripled, providing best opportunities for everyone. In addition school uniforms will be introduced by next year. This will help the children to overcome their differences in social status.

France claims to sacrifice herself for peace, but fails to accept our offer regarding Elsaß-Lothringen. At this stage it becomes obvious how the French monarch tries to win the world´s heart by empty statements and self-praising, while their military build-up not only continues, but even increases in intensity and speed.
They speak of peace, but prepare for war, a war we never wanted.

ORDERS (secret)
- Stop shipping of tanks and warfare equipment to Israel and Turkey, instead stock up own arsenal
- Increase number of KSK (Commando Special Forces)
- enter contracts with KRUPP, SIEMENS and automobile industry about war production (top secret!!!)
- Introduce Children´s channel (government-controlled)

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Germany

Economy 43 (+1, recovering slowly)
Army 47 (+6 army reform and draft)
Navy 17 (+1 growing)
Air 49 (+2 growing)
Discontent 52 (-8, less crime, better education)
Infrastructure 90
Education 92 (+3 educational reforms, growing)

GOVERNMENT
Dictatorship;
Kanzler Edmund Stoiber, Right-wing Conservatives.
No elections planned

mrmitchell · February 25, 2004, 19:54

France to the World

Quote:

France claims to sacrifice herself for peace, but fails to accept our offer regarding Elsaß-Lothringen. At this stage it becomes obvious how the French monarch tries to win the world´s heart by empty statements and self-praising, while their military build-up not only continues, but even increases in intensity and speed.
They speak of peace, but prepare for war, a war we never wanted.

The only thing that is clear is that Germany intends to bully Europe into taking anything and everything it wants. Not only does it demand territory for no reason at all, but it also makes false claims about our military--yeah yeah yeah, we really are increasing it, which is why we recently released thousands of soldiers from duty.

The German deception is so obvious that a 2 year old could rip through it. Hopefully the German people are not gullible enough to believe their newspapers, which spew out lies and empty accusations.

News
France's economy improves! Increased foreign trade is a boon to our manufacturing industries.

Our military continues training, but we have recently limited the draft due to public dissatisfaction with it. So our army's rating does not improve. France is working on building better and faster warplanes, however. Just in case.

As more people can reclaim their jobs, discontent falls.

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Economy 45 (+5)
Army 40 (+0)
Navy 45 (+0)
Air 35 (+0)
Discontent 55 (-5)
Infrastructure 75 (+1)
Education 75 (+5)

Economy 47 (+2)
Army 41 (+1 growth)
Navy 45 (+0)
Air 37 (+2)
Discontent 50 (-5)
Infrastructure 76 (+1)
Education 78 (+3)

foolish_icarus · February 25, 2004, 20:37

Russia to France:

We have started a project to rebuild the region’s economic well-being, hopefully restoring a measure of stability and increasing prosperity for our peoples. Sweden, Finland, Norway, Luxembourg, Latvia, and Estonia have all agreed to help us. We are going to start with Ukraine, improving their economic status by arranging work programs, bringing in more sophisticated mining, manufacturing, and farming techniques, and organizing stable and safe financial institutions for capital investment. Thus we hope to build up the more struggling nations, raising conditions in the entire region. Nations which the coalition will help have agreed to give aid to others once they are able, forming a loose economic cooperative pact. There are a number of other nations on the list for improvement who have agreed to join when resources become available. We encourage you to join this project.

bipolarbear · February 25, 2004, 20:56

The grat nation of Mexico has reared its cutaneous head! We the people of the nation of Mexico declare war on Catholics! The Aztec is the only religion!
Economy- 45
Army- 30
Navy-17
Air-17
Discontent-3
Infrastructure-50
Education-0(except for the highest class)

bipolarbear · February 25, 2004, 21:01

Mexico launches a strke against Israel, and both of the heathen parties involved in the conflict. Agent Orange is in liberal use. The assult will not cease until they convert to Aztec! They must build pyramids, and statues honoring Zach De La Rocha, the Monarch of Mexico!

mrmitchell · February 25, 2004, 22:49

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The grat nation of Mexico has reared its cutaneous head! We the people of the nation of Mexico declare war on Catholics! The Aztec is the only religion!

I find that ironic, considering 95% of Mexicans are Catholic.

(EDIT: You can keep the Aztech schmizang up, but ONLY 3% discontent for a nation that's launching first strikes and oppressing its 95% majority religion is a little hard to believe.

)

mrmitchell · February 25, 2004, 22:52

back IN CHARACTER for France:

France to Mexico
Stop your warmongering or we will take action against you.

Nubclear · February 25, 2004, 22:54

CHINA to MEXICO:
Your pathetic nation can easily be dealt with.
Stop your ways or Mexico City will be speaking Chinese.

bipolarbear · February 26, 2004, 06:18

Quote:

I find that ironic, considering 95% of Mexicans are Catholic.

Not in the empire of de la rocha!
Mexico ceases its actions temporarily. Due to the poor education levels in Mexico, it would be quite hard to get them to speak chinese. Chief secretary of military Eddie Guererro has issued a statement saying that he plans to scale down military actions against other sentient beings on basis of religion. The nation of MExico is ddeply insulted, and personally offended by China's referring to us a pathetic! Mexico is seeking counseling to deal with the emotional instability, and personal pain causedd by this brutish, bully like, and generally mena comment. Mexico has begun to erect statues of the Chinese emperor in all manners of embarrasing, nakedpositions. These are including, but not limited to: Bent over, on the knees, expressing an intimate love for a young foal, expressing intimate love for a toilet, and expressing intimate love for everythinf not aztec!

bipolarbear · February 26, 2004, 06:22

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EDIT: You can keep the Aztech schmizang up, but ONLY 3% discontent for a nation that's launching first strikes and oppressing its 95% majority religion is a little hard to believe. )

With such low education levels, only the most wealthy are able to se past the massive jingoistic propaganda campaigns. The poor masses, are kept quiet with govt. supplied opium for the time being. Ultimately, when most people can barely even read the propaganda, they will barely be able to see the corruption. and we are aztec in this world. however, if it pleases you, the ni gues discontent could be raised to an opium induced 6%.

Nubclear · February 26, 2004, 15:05

China breaks off all diplomatic relations with Mexico, and puts an embargo against Mexico on all things.

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Originally posted by bipolarbear
Not in the empire of de la rocha!
Mexico ceases its actions temporarily. Due to the poor education levels in Mexico, it would be quite hard to get them to speak chinese. Chief secretary of military Eddie Guererro has issued a statement saying that he plans to scale down military actions against other sentient beings on basis of religion. The nation of MExico is ddeply insulted, and personally offended by China's referring to us a pathetic! Mexico is seeking counseling to deal with the emotional instability, and personal pain causedd by this brutish, bully like, and generally mena comment. Mexico has begun to erect statues of the Chinese emperor in all manners of embarrasing, nakedpositions. These are including, but not limited to: Bent over, on the knees, expressing an intimate love for a young foal, expressing intimate love for a toilet, and expressing intimate love for everythinf not aztec!