[quote=@The Omnipotent Sphere]
[@Thrashy] What about something like a protectorate? Remaining independent, but being heavily influenced and defended by a larger nation.
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No, I don't like that. Players should not have that kind of an alliance from the start.

And yes, until we fill out the island (or start the IC game) we're still recruiting.

Also, copy-paste all you like as long as you adhere to the Traits-Flaws formula.