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Participation in the World Forum is not mandatory, but is encouraged! Dedicated to promote world peace and political unity!


The Premise
Spoiler! :
What this Storybook brings to the table is a setting so vast, it spans far more than a state, far more than a nation or event a continent... This Storybook spans an entire globe!

Nothing new, I suppose... but, what if I were to say that upon this globe, each Storybooker was granted massive ability to worldbuild? Does that pique your interest?

Of course, you won't be working alone. You won't even be working as an individual entity... Instead, you'll control a nation, an entire population of people with a society, economy, and set of beliefs! Exciting, isn't it? And, in natural form of working with such large tracts of land, there will be comprises... or, disputes... with other Storybookers! Thus, will shape the world and plot as we know it!

Explore the economy by tweaking imports and exports, imposing embargos, and providing to third-world nations.

Dominate politics through questionable legislation (National Milk Day, anyone?) and even more questionable politicians.

Affect foreign policy by warring with other nations, or forging delicate alliances...

And, much, much more.

So, what are you waiting for, President / Dictator / General / Prime Minister? Get out there and rule! Though, be cautious, as you may catch the wary eye of the World Forum!


State of the World

General
Spoiler! :
This will not be your conventional Storybook, if you've not already taken notice to that! Rather than controlling a single character along a single plot, participants will be making informed (or very, very poor--banning cars?) decisions that will affect the landscape of their world, and the landscape of other nations!

Deliberate with other nations, or decimate them. The choice is up to you. Though, do exercise some caution (optional). These sorts of things require expert care (speaking of... who cares?).


Nations
Spoiler! :
When posting with domestic affairs, one may perform any number of any of these operations (be reasonable):
[*]Pass Legislation
[*]Concoct and Resolve Issues
[*]Set Precedents
[*]Write News Headlines (Current Events)
[*]Declare New Projects
[*]Raise and Allocate National Funds
[*]Perform Any Other Necessary Operations


Foreign Policy
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When post with international affairs, one may perform any number of any of these operations (be reasonable):
[*]Send Dispatches to Other Nations
[*]Trade with Other Nations
[*]Meddle with Other Nations
[*]Forge Alliances
[*]Wage Wars
[*]Conquer Unoccupied Lands
[*]Collect Resources
[*]Perform Any Other Necessary Operations


World Forum
Spoiler! :
The World Forum is an entity, similar to the real-world United Nations, that strives to promote world peace, cooperation, and defending entirely corporate and political interests! Participation in the World Forum is not compulsory, but is recommended to provide a much more cohesive world.

For those that do participate, representatives are sent to perform any number of any of these operations:
[*]Propose Legislation
[*]Vote for Pending Legislation
[*]Deliberate with the World Forum
[*]Declare War
[*]Solidify Alliances
[*]Participate in Committees


Time Period
Spoiler! :
Near Future, 2040 A.D.; Global Priority Upon Research and Technology


During any of these actions, it is encouraged to write personal accounts from various citizens (especially leaders and politicians). Do recall that this is not a Storybook involving individual characters, though; it is far larger than that.

Designing Your Nation
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[center][small-caps]THE [Republic, Dictatorship, United States of, Federation, Alliance, et cetera] of [NATION NAME] - [President, Prime Minister, Dictator, General, et cetera] [LEADER NAME][/small-caps][/center]

= SUBJECT TO CHANGE =

[small-caps]Brief Description of Nation[/small-caps]
[spoiler][DESCRIPTION of NATION and LOCATION][/spoiler]

[small-caps]Politics[/small-caps]
[spoiler]
[b]Type of Government:[/b]
[b]Political Freedom (1 - 10):[/b]
[b]Corruption (1 - 10):[/b]
[b]Political Spectrum (Radical - Liberal - Moderate - Conservative - Reactionary):[/b] [/spoiler]

[small-caps]Economy[/small-caps]
[spoiler]
[b]Type of Economy:[/b]
[b]Currency:[/b]
[b]Current Exchange Rate (with USD):[/b]
[b]Primary Industries:[/b]
[b]Economic Rating (Very Poor - Poor - Average - Good - Excellent):[/b]
[b]Minimum Wage:[/b][/spoiler]

[small-caps]Society[/small-caps]
[spoiler]
[b]Liberty and Freedom (1 - 10):[/b]
[b]Civil Rights (1 - 10):[/b]
[b]Standard of Living (Very Poor - Poor - Average - Good - Excellent):[/b]
[b]Technology (Primitive - Lagging - Average - Superior - Pioneering):[/b]
[b]Intelligence (Stupid - Lacking - Average - Above Average - Genius)[/b][/spoiler]

[small-caps]Military[/small-caps]
[spoiler]
[b]Primary Defense (Naval, Air, Land):[/b]
[b]Larger Presence (Foreign or Domestic):[/b]
[b]Defense Spending (None - Little - Average - Generous - Extraordinary):[b]
[b]Military Size (None - Small - Average - Large - Huge):[b][/spoiler]


[small-caps]Other[/small-caps][/spoiler]


Current Nations:
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I. The Federation of Cythoria, Me
II. The Theocracy of Arlynia, @mcleo1
III. The Dictatorship of Hexadon, @Tuesday
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This post will be updated to be more comprehensive! I'd like to see some interest first, though!
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Fri Apr 08, 2016 1:33 am
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EXAMPLE POST:


THE FEDERATION OF CYTHORIA - [DATE]

DOMESTIC INTERESTS:

"Disputes Over Car Ban Rage On!"
Spoiler! :
The Congress, split between liberals and conservatives, disputes legislation that would cause carbon emissions to disappear overnight by banning the use of cars.


"Capital Punishment Bill Passed!"
Spoiler! :
The Federation of Cythoria passes a bill that would allow capital punishment to be an option in a court of law dealing with misdemeanors.


"Space Program Enters Space!
Spoiler! :
The CYT Shuttle "New Age" hurtles into space toward Mars! With the aerospace industry heavily subsidized in recent times, researchers hope to arrive within a matter of one week!


INTERNATIONAL INTERESTS:

MESSAGE to NATIONLANDIA (@Tuesday)
Spoiler! :

Prime Minister XXABY,

War?


TRADE REQUEST with NATIONLANDIA (@mcleo1)
Spoiler! :

REQUEST: One ton of bananas for CYT4,000 ($4,394.85)


WORLD FORUM:
Coming soon!





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WORLD FORUM BULLETIN:


ADVISORY TO ALL MEMBER NATIONS:

SESSION DETAILS
Spoiler! :
This year's deliberations regarding the state of the world are scheduled for March 1, 2040, promptly at 12:00 A.M. (MIDNIGHT) GMT. Please adequately prepare all delegates, as per the mandate below, and send them by April 20, 2040, promptly at 10:00 A.M. GMT for processing.

Please send delegates with any pending issues that would be of the Forum's concern.


SESSION REPRESENTATION
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To emphasize the economic advances to be undertaken by the World Forum for all member nations, and third-world nations, this year's representation will be based on economic status. Until further notice, the allotted quantity of delegates:

THE FEDERATION OF CYTHORIA WILL BE PROVIDED TWENTY SLOTS FOR REPRESENTATIVES.

THE REPUBLIC OF HEXADON WILL BE PROVIDED TEN SLOTS FOR REPRESENTATIVES.

THE THEOCRACY OF ARLYNIA WILL BE PROVIDED FIVE SLOTS FOR REPRESENTATIVES.


At least four-fifths of the quorum must be present for deliberations to occur.

PARTICIPATION IN THE WORLD FORUM IS NOT COMPULSORY, BUT IS ENCOURAGED.





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Sat May 07, 2016 9:49 pm
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THE ERA OF TECHNOLOGY

The Federation of Cythoria - January 2040 A.D.


DOMESTIC AFFAIRS:

"Cythoria to Send Only Fifteen Delegates to the World Forum!"
Spoiler! :
"At this time," says Chairman of Legislature Rodney Willis, "we are unable to collect a sufficient amount of delegates to satisfy our World Forum allotment, especially after the threats received by many of our top politicians following last month's Senate Caucus."

The Caucus, of December 2039 A.D., had been scheduled to begin at noon, in order to discuss who to remove from the Congress and who to induct. Heated debates soon became violent confrontations amongst the more radical Senators, who took to fistfights on the debate floor. The Cythorian National Guard was called in to expunge the threat, detaining two dozen potential delegates.

"Many of them have no wish to return to the political landscape. We do expect to see some reforms, however."


"Carbon Emissions Ever Rising in An Industrial State!"
Spoiler! :
Reports from the Bureau of Environmental Conservation, heavily defunded in recent years, show immense increases of carbon emissions over the last decade, the numbers rising by at least 25.00% in the last three years alone!

"These toxic gases being pumped into the air serve no other purpose beyond polluting our airspace," says environmental activist Wyatt Greene.

Greene suggests that acid rain levels have seen an incline of two inches in the past decade, and that Cythoria's emissions account for a quarter of the global warming experienced by the world.

President Looker's Cabinet meets with the Senate later this year to discuss possible measures.


FOREIGN AFFAIRS:

"Two Battleships Appear on the Coast of Albia!"
Spoiler! :
Cythoria posts two armed battleships near an oil rig off the coast of Albia. Though hardly visible from the shore, Cythorian Intelligence has intercepted several reports from employees of the oil rig.

No action will be taken.


MESSAGE to ALBIA (@TakeThatYouFiend)
I must cordially request that you scale back your oil production; economic competition is not advised.

-Director of Natural Resource Production, Kimberly Watson.


TRADE OFFER to ALBIA
Spoiler! :
REQUEST:
One hundred thousand barrels of oil per month (request), for discounted tariffs on Albian imports (offer).


WORLD FORUM:
Spoiler! :
We, the Leadership of the Federation of Cythoria, must regretfully inform the World Forum that only fifteen of the twenty allotted delegates will be sent to this year's session.





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Sat May 07, 2016 10:34 pm
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THE ERA OF THE GODDESS

The Theocracy of Arlynia - January 2040 A.D.


DOMESTIC AFFAIRS
"The Theocracy of Arlynia requests to send more delegates to the World Forum."

Spoiler! :
"We have been allotted 5 representatives to attend the World Forum. " Said High Priestess Brimlen. "We may be lower in economic status compared to other nations, but we deserve the same number of representatives as any other nation in the World Forum. We have been informed that The Federation of Cythoria will not be able to satisfy their allotted number of representatives and request to send 5 additional representatives to help satisfy the number of representatives asked for in total."


FOREIGN AFFAIRS

"The Theocracy of Arlynia sends 2 Ambassadors to the Republic of Hexadon."

Spoiler! :
In recent news pertaining to the peace talks in late 2038 A.D. The Theocracy of Arlynia will send 2 ambassadors to the Republic of Hexadon to finalize plans for an alliance between the two nations.

Arlynia will precede to send Cirena, the Priestess of the Isle of Neith and Macalon, Priest of the isle of Gamona.

"We are looking forwards to continuing the recent plans of a partnership with the Republic of Hexadon." mentioned Cirena. "The Republic of Hexadon has many resources that could be used to our advantage and we are looking forward to what the future will hold. May the Goddess look down upon us all."
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THE AGE OF PROSPERITY

The Country of Albia - January 2040 A.D.


DOMESTIC AFFAIRS:

"Stricter immigration/emigration policies 'racist'?"
Spoiler! :
"As stricter laws regarding immigration, emigration and citizenship are implemented, our trade is becoming more and more restricted, and our country less and less diverse," one anonymous reactionary wrote. Among other things, the new policy decrees citizenship cannot be gained or influenced by marriage or civil partnership.
"The policies have been implemented to ensure our people are not cheated of their money, and continue to get the quality and value that Amiga offers," a spokesperson stated, in response to the criticism.


"Liberal activists protest the building of a second Nuclear Power Plant"
Spoiler! :
A second Nuclear Power plant is being built, a few miles away from the existing one. Scheduled to be complete within a year, this should cope with the growing need for power in Albia, and combat dwindling oil reserves in one of Albia's largest offshore oil rigs.
"Sure, oil doesn't last forever," one of the protesters commented, "but then again, nuclear waste does."


FOREIGN AFFAIRS:

"Stricter border control"
Spoiler! :
A number of security measures have been taken to deter potential smugglers attempting to avoid the heavy import taxes. High Definition security cameras have been installed all along the border, and Visas are now required for any entry to the country by a none citizen. These must me carried at all times.


RETURN MESSAGE to CYTHORIA (@Dreamery)
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Dear Kimberly Watson,
Your advice is appreciated, however I am afraid we are unable to scale back our oil production. Our current production is currently only 10% greater than the current needs of Albia, and a reduced production rate would mean importing oil, which is definitely not a possibility.
Your custom is very important to us, and I hope you continue trading with The Amiga Corporation. As a goodwill gesture, please find enclosed two weekend tickets to The Isle of Heppern, temporary visas included, our five star island holiday resort.
Yours,
Janet Fielding, Head of Customer and Public Relations, Amiga Corporation.


REJECTED TRADE OFFER from CYTHORIA
Spoiler! :
Original message: "REQUEST: One hundred thousand barrels of oil per month (request), for discounted tariffs on Albian imports (offer)."
This trade offer has been rejected.


WORLD FORUM:
Spoiler! :
The Amiga Corporation, on behalf of the people of Albia, courteously request membership to The World Forum.
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THE ERA OF PEACE


The Federation of Ethiwyr - January 2040 A.D.

DOMESTIC AFFAIRS:

"Motorized Vehicles now Illegal"
Spoiler! :
With the best interest of both the environment and the citizens in mind, a law has been passed that makes any citizen that uses a motorized vehicle an outlaw. Ownership of motorized vehicles permitted as long as the vehicles are not used. Many citizens are indifferent about this decision.


INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS:

MESSAGE to CYTHORIA (@Dreamery)
Spoiler! :

President Looker,

We request that you cut your country's carbon emissions in half by any means possible. What your nation does affects all of the nations on our planet. You are assisting the destruction of our world.


WORLD FORUM:
Spoiler! :
Membership to the World Forum is requested on behalf of the Federation of Ethiwyr.
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WORLD FORUM BULLETIN - FEBRUARY 2040 A.D.


ADVISORY TO ALL MEMBER NATIONS:

The Forum's 2040 A.D. session will be underway within a month's time! Please, prepare all delegates accordingly.

NEW INCLUSIONS:
Spoiler! :
We cordially welcome The Democratic Republic of Albia, and The Federation of Ethiwyr to the ranks of the World Forum! We wish prosperity and peace upon their leaders and their people. May the watchful eye of the World Forum guide them through their governing ventures!

EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY.


MESSAGE TO MEMBER NATIONS:

CORRESPONDANCE WITH THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF ALBIA (@TakeThatYouFiend)
Spoiler! :
President and CEO Stephen Lloyd,

You are invited to attend the 2040 A.D. session of the World Forum. Attached is your allotment of representation:

THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF ALIBA - FIFTEEN REPRESENTATIVES

Thank you.


CORRESPONDANCE WITH THE FEDERATION OF ETHIWYR(@Editor)
Spoiler! :
Prime Minister Antoine Harridan,

You are invited to attend the 2040 A.D. session of the World Forum. Attached is your allotment of representation:

THE FEDERATION OF ETHIWYR - TEN REPRESENTATIVES

Thank you.


CORRESPONDANCE WITH THE THEOCRACY OF ARLYNIA(@mcleo1)
Spoiler! :
High Priestess Brimlen Nadla,

Your request for additional representation has been DENIED.

REASON: Insufficient evidence supporting request.

Thank you.


CORRESPONDANCE WITH THE FEDERATION OF CYTHORIA
Spoiler! :
President William T. Looker,

Your inability to sufficiently supply delegates to the World Forum will be duly penalized. Repercussions pending.

Thank you.








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