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He gave us a thumbs up in a shower pic, but we couldn't post that...... for reasons....

Here's my point, and I'm glad Kastor ignorantly pointed out Mensa's own signing of treaties in the past (Like he normally does when he thinks he's being witty). Using ourselves as an example, we not only looked at our treaties as being "friendly and protective", we also looked at them as tools to further our agenda. Our goal was to press war to further our political stance, which we arguably succeeded with greatly. I mean, that's just Dio's way. However, we wanted to make sure that those we treatied with, we could work well with. Which, we did. However, we also had friends that we weren't treatied with. Like, if Mensa was attacked, you knew Guardian and Syndicate would step up for us as we held official treaties with them. But for a while, we didn't have treaties with TKR, BK, and quite a few other alliances that would also have stepped up too if necessary in the past. There's a few exceptions, I'm well aware of some alliances grumbling about how aggressive Mensa was and that they didn't want to get involved, etc. I could go into all those details in another story telling post. I'm trying to remember who it was, but I think it was Ogaden in his push to make everybody treaty-less that stated you didn't need treaties in order to assist other alliances. Now don't get me wrong, I'm not the anti-treaty Arrgh kind of guy here. I'm the type of guy that wants you to use your treaties, or if you're not - then don't sign. It's too peaceful nowadays to even worry about conflict, so what's the point? Right now what I'm seeing is people consolidating or signing more treaties and just singing Kumbaya around a campire. Y'all are damn boring with that. We have IQ here, which NPO pushed the last two major wars granted (Or initiated, rather). And although they've made some hypocritical statements around consolidation and action, etc, they're just sitting on their ass and all the moves they've made was very predictable. I give them a small pass though, because like I stated, NPO initiated the last two major wars. If the last war didn't kick off like it did, Mensa definitely would've kicked it off (By us attacking VE or whatever trendy thing they call themselves now). Then we have EMC, who clearly has a big reason to initiate a major war, but... what's going on? I'm no longer involved with behind the scenes talks anymore, but if I was - a major war would've happened like last month. And oh man, don't me started on how tangled some political mess happened because of some certain treaty ties. Kind of embarrassing. If you don't know what I'm talking about, good. There was also a lack of reaction to a recent action that was taken place. (Being vague on purpose because I'd like you guys to figure this out) We also have some outliers here, like Nuclear Bloc. They've been around how long now? The only relevance they really did was when Alpha and Fark blitzed on Mensa during a major war, or when Alpha/Syndicate/TEst conflict was going on (Take note I keep referring to Alpha and not much of the others). Other than that, people take their threats and protections seriously, which I don't understand why. Nuclear Bloc is literally the definition of how terrible this game can get. Lots of hot air, little to no action. Oh wait, I remember, Fark went out of their way to stomp on some nobody alliance that managed to ruffle people's feathers from their far right shenanigans of dumbassery. Whatever. Then we have Syndicate and UPN who made some big changes and... nothing. They're basically going the same route as SK here. Some big name alliances being reduced to irrelevancy. Disband and merge with another upcoming alliance or something guys, or put people in charge that wants to breath life into your alliances. One more point, which I could rant on and on about this shit, we have people attacking KT for not starting a war. What the hell, why are you guys not starting a war? If you're not going to start up a war, then don't slam into KT for that. Or better yet, go fight KT and you'll get your war and they'll get theirs too! Like ever since the last major war we've had in this game, with TEst/Mensa disbanding, Syndicate going treaty-less, and other moves happening - we have a bunch of boring ass leaders in the game. Lose some pixels guys, that's what keeps things interesting around here. If I was to start a new alliance, I wouldn't even bother with signing treaties or protections. There's nothing to fear or worry about. There's no antagonist in the game. I'm wondering if some of you are just signing treaties or consolidating just to have something to post here. He use to be. He's just dumb now.

Apparently this thread has entered a whacky portal into the land where Kastor has anything to be proud of, and IQ are considered people who do interesting things. Dunno where to start, so I think I'll just show myself out. Have fun everyone!

I like how you all seem to think the only folks who have to do shit is NPO or IQ. Which is shit. We're going to pick whats best for us. If anyone's to blame its the fact that the EMC is seemingly averse to do anything and waits for its bogeyman Roq to do stuff. Meh, thats the cycle here.

As someone who is protected by Fark, I can say with certainty that you don't know what you're talking about when it comes to Nuke Bloc. I mean it seems like you're just bashing people for not initiating wars. Which is fine, I agree people need to be initiating wars. But you can't just do it willy nilly without a plan. As for KT, they can't afford to just go around initiating wars if they want to stay around because they'll just be dogpiled into submission or disbandment. Same with every other alliance that tries to initiate anything. Dogpiles upon dogpiles and then OWF shitposts is all you have to look forward to if you initiate anything nowadays. That is, unless you're IQ or EMC. But as you mentioned, they aren't doing shit except consolidating. EMC just complains about how big IQ is getting and cowers in fear, and IQ can't do shit right now because they're clearly not prepared. To put a little plug in for Stratagem here, we strongly believe in initiating wars or at least instigating people. People call us out for our "pointless" drama but the reality is, a mostly irrelevant micro is the only one actually causing any drama. We were two days old and we tried causing some shit. Same with the other micros. We want things to happen and we're trying. But at the end of the day we can't do much. SGM posted 1 thread causing drama and people actually were mad that we were trying to cause drama. The very same people who say how boring this game is were telling us how stupid it was to cause drama in public. There's the real problem.

I think your question is kinda a tautology. Hehehe. Honestly though I think it's a question of what's easy. To make weird interesting moves you have to be willing to put effort in, and also kinda insane, because there's no intrinsic reward for doing that usually. Most of the established players and alliances are running out of steam after hammering on each other so constantly, and the people in charge of them just want to chill out rather than put effort into, basically, undermining their own safety/ability to be lazy. It's understandable. I still blame them for it, but it's understandable. I also think people need to do less thinking about the state of the game and less trying to figure out what is making it bad, and more just... doing stuff. Even if it's kinda stupid, just do a thing! It's not so bad, to do things.

Oh thank you glorious mods with your ever so present censoring. I do thank you from shielding our innocent eyes from the F word. What ever shall we do without you? I really wish you could be there to stop me from even enjoying a simple meme with a word blatantly used by 9yr olds all over the world. God forbid we have even a tiny semblance of fun in this washed out piece of shit game. Oh well, Queenie can talk on here for me. Bye now. I'm gonna stick to our discord channel where I can say &#33;@#&#036; all the &#33;@#&#036;ing time without someone &#33;@#&#036;ing ruining all the &#33;@#&#036;ing shit I wanna post. ❤️ <Removed for filter evasion>

- 10 pts for not using the appropriate meme:

Due to some unexpected turbulence in our early days, it slipped our minds to formally announce that Stratagem is separately–but equally–protected by the fine folks over at Fark and Guardian. We’re a little new to the scene but we think this means you probably don’t wanna mess with us. Not unless you wanna get this from Fark... Or this from Guardian... (those are griffins ruining this lady’s entire life) ...in addition to getting us over at Stratagem all hyped. (It’s frightening how accurate this gif is...) Track 1: What’s the 411, Hon? Stratagem agrees to share any pertinent information that may be of significance with Fark and Guardian and vice versa. In all private communications, the utmost discretion is expected. Should Stratagem get wind of some heat coming Fark’s or Guardian’s way, they must tell them immediately. If Fark or Guardian catch some static on SGM, they will respond in kind. Track 2: All Love Fark and Guardian agree to never hate on Stratagem via shade or warfare. Any issues that arise in their relationship with Stratagem will be handled on the low and with chill. Stratagem also agree to never hate on Fark or Guardian in any form or fashion. As Fark and Guardian protect SGM separately, if there is ever a conflict between the two protector alliances, SGM must remain neutral until it’s gucci again. Track 3: We Gotchu Fark and Guardian are committed to posting up and coming for the necks of haters who aggressively step to Stratagem like they got a problem. Although not expected or required as a protectorate alliance, SGM will come through if Fark and Guardian get caught up in these streets, if asked and able. Interlude : ...but don’t get buckwild If Stratagem acts up and gets bold, Fark and Guardian are under no obligation to write a check for something SGM’s ass can’t cash. However, if they’re feeling spicy, they’re welcome to join a SGM initiated tussle if SGM gets swung on. Track 4: Do You, Playa Fark and Guardian agree to respect Stratagem’s space and allow them to do their thing. However, Stratagem is obligated to get a head nod from either protector before getting into any mess that neither of them are involved in. Track 5: The Re-up The individual protection agreements that Fark and Guardian hold with Stratagem must get the ol’ up and down every three months to make sure they’re still down to ride for each other. Track 6: We Out Should either Fark or Guardian feel the need to part ways with SGM or if SGM wants to step back from either of their protectors’ loving arms, they must give the other a heads up 48 hours before telling everybody else. Tagged for Stratagem by Queen M, Ringleader Emperor Tristar Majestica, Pretty Face (PR) Durmij, Muscle (Security) Signed for Fark Well...it was going to be signed by Fark but they were super wasted when we agreed to this and their lawyer said it wouldn’t be legal. Just trust that they have our backs, mkay? Signed for Guardian Memph Synthesis JtTeE Grim Vanek26 Blande Avruch Tl;dr (you read it, don't lie) Stratagem is protected by Fark and Guardian

With the lack of any ambition or action going on, what's the idea behind you folks signing treaties?

Buorhann, Have you tried not caring?

Players version part 2

So... did something more interesting happen? Or there are no such nations anymore?

Quality protectors for a quality protectorate.

AKA: You have no clue and therefore just talking out of your ass about my knowledge to the current day politics that involves the Top 15ish alliances in the game. Cool.

I invoke my right under the Fifth Amendment not to answer. We didn't fail to deliver at all. The drama we provided served it's purpose very well. While most of you guys didn't get to partake in the drama of the situation much since it was resolved peacefully, I did, and many others involved did as well. Stratagem isn't here to simply go around initiating random wars for boredom and for the entertainment of the Orbis community. We're here to play the game, to grow our family, to help our friends, and to &#33;@#&#036; shit up. If you want some drama, come at us and we'll give it to you. But we're not going to come with a silver platter and serve it to you with a side of champagne. Mad you didn't get your drama? Do something about it.

Expected shitposts, got shitposts and drama. 10/10 would quickly skim again

Failed to deliver something 5 days out the gate when there are alliances that have been around for A YEAR and have done &#33;@#&#036; all? Mission accomplished because the kids were gagging for a solid week over that mess. SGM made no promises other than to set things on fire if the injustice that crossed our path was not rectified. It was rectified which negated the need for an irrelevant micro to entertain you. Bored and wanna change the game? Wanna be “dynamic”? BE THE CHANGE YOU WANT TO SEE. Quit going back and forth about 3 year old dramas literally no one cares about when you’re sitting in your alliances wrapped in paper. I honestly find this matter to be a generational one. Just like real life, old Baby Boomers are yelling at Millennials about a crap fest they created long before the rest of us got here. On a different note: if there are any legit players that are ABOUT THAT LIFE (not just talking about it) and want to shake the table a bit, Stratagem may be the spot for you! Hit me up!?

Hahahahahaahaha This is the best because it's incredibly sensible but it's also coming from Zeebrus. She literally writes fanfiction about other players having mountain asses, and yet still has more sense than you. Get it together, people in this game.

When your name is Stratagem and you're supposed to have brilliant ideas but your protectors are Fark (1 player under 2000) and Guardian (90% over 2000) and half of your alliance is under 1700 score

To protect me from myself.

I don't think I could imagine any scenario wherein anyone that reads these forums feels the touch of another human.

Stratagem is not a moment; it’s the movement Where all the hungriest leaders with something to prove went Haters will oppose us because we always take the righteous path We move like Harriet, stomping our way to the Promised Land… SGM is a highly selective and exclusive international collective of strategic masterminds dedicated to eliminating evil across Orbis...by hook or by crook. Benefits: · A fun, tight, mature (for the most part) community · Responsive, transparent, and experienced leadership · One stop shopping for nation building guides and other resources · Low taxes* Requirements: · Regular in-game and Discord login activity · Belief in loyalty, respect, and solidarity above all else · Don’t be a jerk Interested in joining? Fill out the application on our alliance page OR message The Ringleader in-game, in forum message, or on Discord! STRATAGEM (All glory be to Lin-Manuel Miranda)

LOL, oh man. The only war I didn't have a hand in that involved Syndicate or Mensa was the Great VE War. I'll most likely declassify everything I have when I quit the game, which either you're really just trying to troll or you're an absolute idiot (Or both). No, TKR and Mensa didn't hate each other. That was us messing with you Kastor. The only alliance that some Mensa people hated that we signed was Rose. The only time I got clapped was during the Alpha/Fark blitz, Zodiac didn't touch me much with theirs (I was one of the few they didn't really hit hard as they should've done). Remember those days where you were trying so hard to suck Mensa off? Why do you keep bringing this stuff up? The whole dogpile comment is funny too. Most wars were either on par or we were outnumbered. It's not our fault if our opponents have no idea how to coordinate. Even then, we never gave a shit. If we dogpiled, ok, whatever. It was never our job to play fair for you. It was a war. If you want fair, make sure everybody has the same amount of members, activity, knowledge on scripts, and making spreadsheets that people can access. I don't know who else thinks IQ should do something, but as I cleared up with Kastor earlier - I give IQ sphere a pass. To rephrase that in case of further lack of understanding, NPO initiated the last two major wars (IQ as a whole on the last one). So it's cool. You guys are ok. It's fine. No need to be paranoid of some forum bullies. However, the rest of my previous statement is true. I mean, you guys are sitting on your ass, just consolidating (Or are you guys finished with that?)

I guess technically something more interesting. Bit of a delay because of turkey day. Still goin though.

Just following you and Manatee, no need to be worried

SGM no longer has city minimum requirements. We also have steamy pics of Durmij! Join us!

He hates so much TKR that he joined us after Mensa, and Mensa hates TKR so much that they mostly joined our close ally Guardian True, that's exactly how I would describe IQ in war, including the alliance led by you at the time

All hail the Mormon Axiom!! Blessed is our promised Zion land in the salty shithole called Salt Lake City.

Hey I never approved that treaty so can't count as deleted Now

Wow. Haha. I'll wait for those "planned" Strategem moves, but chances are - you guys will most likely be another dead micro alliance. (Wait, you JUST joined Strategem. Good troll.)

Google isn't helping much.

I give up, who's Fark?

We should all give his mother a hug.

In my perfect world, Guardian and Fark have an awakening like a Fallen Empire from Stellaris and they starting politiking the shit out of things.

I'd relegate my SO to just missionary position. Because &#33;@#&#036; dynamism. D.Y.N.A.M.I.S.M.

I'd see if they lived up to the name Zeebrus gave them.

We had to choose between a white rose and a red one. Seeing we let Gorge pick the rose. It was obvious he would pick white. ^ isn't the real reason but could be a good one

Whyyyy?

Add top infra by city and overall top infra. We need to know at the click of a button. This is purely for research purposes. ;^)

I prefer to think of it as snakes and ladders.

Apollo: please, please learn from Thalmor's mistakes. There needs to be a lot of order restored and a lot of mindset changing needed to be done. The reason why I dislike KT isn't because it's a bad alliance, but because it's wasting so much of its potential. Restore everyone's faith in KT, you got this. And I would've liked Anneal to be in that list, but oh well. Best of luck to KT in the future! Oh and of course, major props to Thalmor, enjoy retirement.

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