Modern World v.∞: Buying your stocks and selling them under the market value since 2013 - Games

[video=youtube;FJt7gNi3Nr4]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJt7gNi3Nr4[/video] Hello everyone, I'm planning on running yet another rendition of Modern World. You all probably know the drill by now so this doesn't really require much of an intro. The game will start in January of 2014 to give me as well as you some cushion between the start of the game and the actual present day so as to allow us to anticipate what might happen. This will enable me to be much more accurate with the opening turns. The game will run on a three-month-per-turn cycle to allow details to be put in that would otherwise be missed in a larger time-scale. Turn format will follow the usual format. [QUOTE]Title: Game Name: Nation Name [Turn Number] Military: Diplomatic: Domestic: Economic: Espionage:[/QUOTE] Anything put in espionage is automatically secret and the results will be PM'd to you. There is a chance, however, that a whistleblower may make the public aware of what you've done OR an agent for a foreign government will quietly make his government aware of your actions. The chances of a whistleblower is small, even smaller for a totalitarian nation. The chances of an agent discovering your actions is much higher. Map: [t]http://i.cubeupload.com/QOYCiP.png[/t]

I always see these, but have never played, how does it work? Is it much like Civ?

Germany go

I'm a gay American nerd

[QUOTE=Bradyns;45484452]I always see these, but have never played, how does it work? Is it much like Civ?[/QUOTE] Eh, kinda. Much more in depth. Here's a sample turn [QUOTE]Military: -Begin focusing on only two military projects at once. The Mk I "Arctic Fox" SCIB and the L85 "Kodiak" Main Battle Tank. Put the IAC I "Wolverine" and the FV105 "Stoat" on the back burner for now to reduce funding strain. -Begin selling "Victory Bonds" to help finance the revitalization of the Canadian Military. Families may purchase no more than $1000 per household to start, and businesses are limited to $10,000 per business or business subsidiary. With terms for 1, 3, and 5 years offer an interest of 1.5%, 3%, and 5%. -Share current design specifications for all the new Canadian Hardware with Germany and Russia. Economic -Give larger tax breaks to companies still going under with the new minimum wage, and if necessary small stimulus packages. -Increase sales tax to 15% across the board. Apologize to the populace for the increase in taxes, but maintain that it's necessary for Canada to grow stronger and that a good portion of it will go to public work's projects. -Impliment a very high tax rate (50% of all net revenue) for any and all Canadian companies that outsource labour to China. If those companies bring operations back to Canada, the tax rate will return to normal. Make it clear that the government will not stand for "Canadian Businessmen turning their back on their fellow Canadians. It's not our way, and we won't go down the path of the United States, ending up in the pockets of the Chinese Dragon." Internal -{SECRET} Set up a plainclothes "Secret Police" force to help combat the threat of enemy spies in Canada's borders. -{SECRET} Send spies to China to find out their plan when it comes to investing in Canadian Market. They are instructed to NOT get caught, and if they do get caught, to bite down on a cyanide capsule implanted on their rear molar. They are to have NO paperwork or anything on them linking them to Canada. Instead, they should be carrying information to link them to Australia if caught. -Begin Pro-Canadian propaganda campaigns to increase Civilian Morale. Paint the Modern Day Canadian as a "Rough, tough, no-nonsense Canadian who's polite and "good in the sack" but isn't afraid of rolling up their sleeves to tackle a dirty problem head on." -Begin a tourism campaign to get more tourists into the country and spend their money in Canada. Diplomatic -Enter into an Economic and Military alliance with Germany -{SECRET} Enter into an Economic and Military alliance with India [/QUOTE]

If you're in I want turns in ASAP. I'd like to get the turn out Saturday or Sunday.

I'll be Russia, writing in turn now.

[QUOTE=Mr. Face;45483399]Hello everyone, I'm planning on running yet another rendition of Modern World. You all probably know the drill by now so this doesn't really require much of an intro.[/QUOTE] I do not know the drill.

China

[QUOTE=Kierany9;45490119]I do not know the drill.[/QUOTE] If you're interested in playing just go ahead and add me on Steam (same profile name) and ask any questions that you may have.

[QUOTE=Mr. Face;45490184]If you're interested in playing just go ahead and add me on Steam (same profile name) and ask any questions that you may have.[/QUOTE] There are about 50 Mr. Faces on steam...

[QUOTE=Mr. Face;45490184]If you're interested in playing just go ahead and add me on Steam (same profile name) and ask any questions that you may have.[/QUOTE] [img]http://i.gyazo.com/4e9f76383d342f6b002e27ba50b6ba39.png[/img] [img]http://i.gyazo.com/5128e7b0f2d9aeb2b5ade7618b613c86.png[/img] Uh...

[QUOTE=WitheredGryphon;45490321][img]http://i.gyazo.com/4e9f76383d342f6b002e27ba50b6ba39.png[/img] [img]http://i.gyazo.com/5128e7b0f2d9aeb2b5ade7618b613c86.png[/img] Uh...[/QUOTE] Basketball avatar, Sioux Falls

[QUOTE=Mr. Face;45490387]Basketball avatar, Sioux Falls[/QUOTE] [QUOTE=WitheredGryphon;45490321][img]http://i.gyazo.com/5128e7b0f2d9aeb2b5ade7618b613c86.png[/img][/QUOTE] Just add me, I have a working steam link on Facepunch(under the avatar)

He's the only one in the Facepunch RP Steam group. Find him via that.

I will be the most illustrious Morocco

[URL="http://steamcommunity.com/id/zooman123/"]Profile link if anybody else wants to contact him.[/URL] I pick Australia. It works well enough in Risk...

I'll grab Sweden then.

Not sure if I should join.

[QUOTE=Damian0358;45491553]Not sure if I should join.[/QUOTE] Yes you should

Italy (political party)

I'd like to begin writing tonight so I can have the turn out tomorrow. I'd like for everyone who intends to play to turn in their turns ASAP.

OKAY

i'm confused

Won't be able to get it in within 4 hours I believe, will try though.

I have six turns in, I'm going to begin writing now.

[b][u]READ ME, SEND IN TURNS AS TURN 2[/b][/u] [b]Music:[/b] [video=youtube;rBgSijwAtmQ]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBgSijwAtmQ[/video] [b]Modern World: Turn 1 January - March 2014[/b] Map: [t][/t] [b]World Events[/b] [i]EUROMAIDEN[/i] -The Euromaiden protests escalate to a fever pitch with mass protests throughout most of western Ukraine. Antimaiden protests also begin and fights break out in the streets of many cities. - Police begin firing on protesters in January in Kiev and Lviv. In Vinnytsia on January 22nd thousands protesters block the main street of the city and the traffic. They bring "democracy in coffin" to the city hall, as a present to Yanukovych. January 23rd Odessa city council member and Euromaidan activist Oleksandr Ostapenko's car was bombed. The Mayor of Sumy throws his support behind the Euromaidan movement on January 24th, laying blame for the civil disorder in Kiev on the Party of Regions and Communists. -The Crimean parliament repeatedly states that because of the events in Kiev it is ready to join autonomous Crimea to Russia. On February 27th armed men seize the Crimean parliament and raise the Russian flag. -In the beginning of March, thousands of Crimean Tatars in support of Euromaidan clash with pro-Russian protesters in Simferopol. -On March 4th, a mass pro-Euromaidan rally is held in Donetsk for the first time. About 2,000 people are there. Donetsk is a major city in the far east of Ukraine and serves as Yanukovych's stronghold and the base of his supporters. On March 5th, 7,000-10,000 people rally in support of Euromaidan in the same place. After a leader declares the rally over, a fight breaks out between pro-Euromaidan and 2,000 pro-Russian protesters. -79 people are killed, 570 injured. 13 officers are killed, 130 hospitalized with gunshot wounds. [i]CRIMEA CRISIS[/i] -As a result of Euromaiden, Crimea announces their desire to join Russia. Protests erupt throughout much of Crimea during the month of March. -A referendum is passed at 96% support. Many question the legitimacy of said referendum. -On March 18th a treaty is signed between Russia and Crimea at the Kremlin to formally initiate Crimea’s accession to the Russian Federation. [URL="https://docs.google.com/document/d/1N1Y2iNueDg8-m0rzeKvY-lNfM7ceXvaoAU9bi_JEgBs/edit?usp=sharing"]OTHER EVENTS[/URL] [b]Wars[/b] War in Afghanistan Somali Civil War Islamist Insurgency in Nigeria War in North-West Pakistan Mexican Drug War Egyptian Crisis Syrian Civil War Iraqi Insurgency Central African Republic Conflict South Sudanese Civil War Moroccan Occupation of Western Sahara [b]Russian Federation - matt000024[/b] [img]http://i.cubeupload.com/nIFjt6.png[/img] [URL="http://i.cubeupload.com/LlgEMd.png"]National Statistics[/URL] - The Sochi Olympics are successfully held in Russia. - Russian troops storm into Crimea, angering the international community. Russia defends its actions, stating their desire to protect those of Russian ethnicity in Crimea. - Training exercises are held near the border of Ukraine, causing alarm within the Ukrainian government as well as the Polish government. - The Russian Federation and Crimea agree to a treaty that would incorporate Crimea as a Russian territory. [b]Kingdom of Morocco - Salricci[/b] [img]http://i.cubeupload.com/FyzYNN.png[/img] [URL="http://i.cubeupload.com/Hnz1bc.png"]National Statistics[/URL] - The military budget is increased to 6% of Morocco’s GDP. - Military training begins an overhauled with a new focus on high discipline and counter-insurgency operations. - A Moroccan task force is sent to take the remainder of Western Sahara that was not previously under Moroccan control. Fighting erupts throughout the region as the Polisario Front hinders the Moroccan attack. Algeria condemns the Moroccan attack and threatens to support the Western Saharan territory. - Mandatory conscription returns as all men at the age of 18 must serve at least six months of service under the Moroccan banner. - Military parades are held monthly in the Moroccan capital in an effort to display the might and power of the Moroccan military. Civilians are awed by the uniformity of the displays. - The nations of Libya, Tunisia, and Turkey are asked for a free trade agreement and alliance. Libya and Turkey refuse on grounds of Morocco’s recent military aggression. Tunisia states their willingness to join in free trade but express their lack of trust in an alliance. - In a move of totalitarianism the Moroccan king decrees that an insult of the Moroccan state or monarchy is punishable by law. - Media campaigns begin showing the Moroccan king as a grand benefactor of the Moroccan people and demonizes those that wish to challenge his authority, labeling them as traitors and scoundrels. - A great many politicians disappear under mysterious circumstances. The UN begins an investigation. [b]United States of America - Zambies[/b] [img]http://i.cubeupload.com/DfbA6P.png[/img] [URL="http://i.cubeupload.com/Hlld4E.png"]National Statistics[/URL] - Lockheed Martin is threatened with the discontinuation of the F-35 project if progress on its development further stalls. Lockheed Martin responds with an official statement saying that they will continue putting their best effort into improving the jet. - The National Guard is recalled from all overseas service, a move greatly celebrated by civilians. - The United States and Poland begin discussions on how to prevent the Euromaiden protests from spilling over into Poland. An agreement is made that the deployment of US troops is viable. 500 US specialists are sent over to Warsaw. - Official campaigns begin to build up support of US involvement in Europe. These campaigns are not received well by the American public. - An ultimatum is delivered that the gay marriage issue will be decided upon by the year 2025 either by unanimous decision by the states or by federal decree in 2025. - A bill is created in the House of Representatives that would attempt to combat industrial “stagflation”. - A car bombing occurs in Washington D.C., wounding three but killing no one. Initial reports link the attack to a Russian man but said reports are, at best, sketchy. Investigations are underway. - A focus is placed on cardiological research into chest wounds from gun shots. It is hoped that a better understanding of these wounds will help in the prevention of loss of life for soldiers and civilians alike. - The A/F-117 program is renewed and the stealth jet is put back into service. - The United States sends a carrier group into the Baltic Sea along with a squadron of F-16s and a company of US Army soldiers to Belarus itself, ensuring stability in the nation as it undergoes such a dramatic change. [b]Republic of Belarus - StaleRye[/b] [img]http://i.cubeupload.com/dRwGqB.png[/img] [URL="http://i.cubeupload.com/VN4NNs.png"]National Statistics[/URL] - Plans are made to phase out the venerable AK-74 Assault Rifle in favor of a customized version of the Czech CZ-805 BREN. - Forced conscription is ended. Those still under conscription service must finish their service period but are free to leave afterwards. - Recruitment drives begin in earnest to keep people interested in joining up. Due to this the drop in membership of the military is smaller. - Minimum wage is slightly increased, pleasing the people. - Infrastructural projects begin to replace old Soviet infrastructure. A focus is placed especially upon Minsk to modernize the city. - Political ties with Russia are severed. - President Alexander Lukashenko is assassinated by an unknown perpetrator. A massive wave of pro-Western politicians surge and create a temporary government after a mass-exodus of the President’s staff. Drafting of a new constitution begins in Minsk, following the model set by the western nations. Presidential elections are held in March with heavy security at all of the voting places. The European Union sends officials to observe the election and ensure that it is fair. Alaksandr Milinkievič is elected as the new president, a new period of democracy is set to begin in Belarus. The United States sends a carrier group into the Baltic Sea along with a squadron of F-16s and a company of US Army soldiers to Belarus itself, ensuring stability in the nation as it undergoes such a dramatic change. -The Belorussian language becomes the preferred language of the state. [b]Commonwealth of Australia - Kierany9[/b] [img]http://i.cubeupload.com/meREnQ.png[/img] [URL="http://i.cubeupload.com/hwcD0b.png"]National Statistics[/URL] - Development on improved land-to-air missile systems is underway in Australia. - Plans are drawn up to expand the size and scope of the Australian navy. - Economic deals are completed with Malaysia, Papua New Guinea, New Zealand, and Indonesia. - Tourism campaigns begin to draw those from the northern hemisphere into going on vacation in Australia during their winter. - Funding is increased for many of the major firefighting organizations to better combat wildfires. [b]Kingdom of Sweden - WitheredGryphon[/b] [img]http://i.cubeupload.com/WngaBM.png[/img] [URL="http://i.cubeupload.com/GYR2Ap.png"]National Statistics[/URL] - The venerable Patria AMV is decommissioned, its production halted, and its funds diverted to other projects. - Funding increases across the board, putting strain on the Swedish economy. - The following sectors see the largest boost in funding. - Healthcare - Education - Military - Research [b]People’s Republic of China - Daniel Smith[/b] [img]http://i.cubeupload.com/Buxiir.png[/img] [URL="http://i.cubeupload.com/fF0UvI.png"]National Statistics[/URL] - The People’s Republic decreases its military’s budget on a massive scale, causing anger among its military leaders. The budget has gone from ¥1,164,133,600,000 to ¥619,220,000,000 annually. - The government works to increase transparency as well as cut out corruption. - Policies are put into place that limit the amount of child workers allowed to work in factories. It is hoped that child labor can be eliminated by 2024. This move is heralded as a great humanitarian decision by the international community. - Improvements are made to the educational system to increase historical accuracy. - Marital rape is outlawed. - The drafting of a “bill of rights” begins, including the right to peacefully protest and form unions in the private sector. The people of China are ecstatic but many politicians fear for their jobs. - The government officially recognizes sexual minorities and transgender people, and begins to introduce laws protecting them from workplace discrimination. This is also heralded as a great humanitarian gesture by China. - The privatization of business continues, capitalism continues to grow in China. - The research of robotics is emphasized as an important field to research. The PRoC desires the usage of robots for more menial tasks. - The research of thorium based nuclear energy and hypothetical fusion energy is subsidized. - The minimum wage of China is increased from the equivalent of $1.19 to $1.25 [b]Fiamma Tricolore (Political Party) - Hole[/b] [img]http://i.cubeupload.com/meC476.png[/img] - The "CasaPound", "Social Idea Movement" and "Fascism and Freedom Movement" are merged into a single Fascist movement called Fiamma Tricolore. - Fiamma Tricolore and the Spanish party Falange announce a partnership of sorts. - Fiamma Tricolore begins working on various projects to gain support for their movement.

[t]http://i.cubeupload.com/MJaHAv.png[/t] im gay

I was originally going to pick Spain as my country. Glad I didn't, being right next to Morroco and having the Fiamma Tricolore allied with the Falange would be a huge bummer. [QUOTE=Zambies!;45503706]im gay[/QUOTE] No you're not. Stop lying to yourself. You are trisexual. You like tricycles.

For next turn, mind if I get an idea of my support from now on? Everyone get's their statistics for relations and military, so I'm just wondering if I could get some on my party. :v: