Boss_Dude

The Bandit King

Wonderful! Thank you, guyvolk!

The Pen and the Sword -- Modern NRP (High Casual, Low Advanced)

AYoungWarthog said
Posted in the IC, gauis. China's officially in the game. :D

Whatchu' doin' in Romania?

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Also, someone else make an IC! I've made a comprehensive report of what the US is doing, and I also want to discuss with other members of the UNSC to take care of the Ebola Outbreak. Read my IC to get more info.

The Pen and the Sword -- Modern NRP (High Casual, Low Advanced)

AYoungWarthog said
As for #4: I like the later option. We'll roll with it.

Hmm. I can roll with this too. Though I feel putting us in control directly of these organizations will make US-RUS agreements (there's a synonym I'm looking for) a lot more tense.

Who's Russia, so we can discuss it?

The Pen and the Sword -- Modern NRP (High Casual, Low Advanced)

United States Activities and Schedule
January, 2015

Overall view: The U.S. wishes to become a more individualistic nation, and is withdrawing slightly from the global stage, cutting down a bit on trade and becoming self-reliant. Effort is being put into streamlining multiple processes and removing unnecessary layers, along with a new initiative aiming for low homelessness, unemployment and obesity rates. Tax is rising, but being placed more into product tax instead of income tax.

The Big Problem for the U.S. right now is the Ebola outbreak. It wants it solved, ASAP. The possibility of it spreading beyond Africa could put the entire world into a danger state, so the U.S. wants to corner it now and stomp it out before it can get any further. Wants to open up one of their Biosafety Level 4 Labs to an international team to take care of it.

Trade

The United States will start focusing on drawing back business to within the U.S. The Department of Commerce and Labor both agree that, with all factories and the jobs that follow it being outsourced to China and other countries, there's a large hole in vital infrastructure, leaving unemployment and poverty in it's wake. Beginning February 2015, an initiative to bring companies and their jobs back to the U.S. will begin, offering tax breaks to those same companies.

Along with that, the U.S would like to make a move to become an exporter again, not an importer, and will re-open several old rare earth metal mines, that have been closed for years. The spokesperson for the Department of Labor is declaring that "these mines, when re-opened, could all over several thousand jobs each in their respective areas." Environmentalists are of course in an uproar, and want to see a 'Solution for Pollution' before re-opening these mines again. With some possible technologies that can lower the carbon footprint of these mines, one is being selected for use.

Trade is going well otherwise.

Public Services

Along with the opening of more jobs, the biggest goal, called "Under Five Percent" wants to start aiming to make sure that nearly all citizens in the U.S are all capable of getting access to making money, living in a home, and being healthy overall. The Under Five Percent initiative will aim to get unemployment, homelessness, and obesity (a national issue) all under 5%. The initiative includes building public housing in rural areas, which could possibly bring extra business to those places, and a health focused regime at public high-schools, with efforts in Physical Education to get those overweight and obese on the right track (provided that it's fat and not just a lot of muscle).

Under Five Percent wishes to have completed its goals by 2035, and make some first steps to progress by 2020, with noticeable differences by then.

Taxes

As expected of the rather ambitious projects, there's also going to be a re-working of the tax system, along with a slight raise for middle class and above. The tax system is definitely broken, with loopholes installed there by companies looking for a way around such thing as 'tax compliance'. the Department of State claims that a hundred billion dollars could be recovered with the reworking, so that taxes can be lower in the future.

Currently, the tax will rise. Income Tax will go up 1% for the average middle class family, and up to 5% for upper class. The rest of the increase will be present in such things as fast food restaurants, where there will be a new tax that will raise prices by possibly 10%. McDonalds complains, but tax breaks are offered right back at them to purchase and use higher quality ingredients, along with healthier ingredients. Lastly, there is a court case of the United States Government vs. ATT, Time Warner, and Verizon for not fulfilling the Telecommunications Act of 1996, and actively working against it in times. The case is currently in the Supreme Court, and the general public is unsure of what the results may be.

Lastly, the Department of State claims that the debt will be the next goal, but once the tax systems are reworked and there is possibly a surplus amount, it should be paid back faster. Some people are criticizing the move, but most agree that it's better to have an efficient system of gaining money than losing some from the holes in the pockets.

Military

The Military is a rather extreme tax drain, and the government is aware of this. However, it does open up thousands of jobs that are extremely valuable to the government itself and to the people working for them. So a number of reforms within the military is going on to make wages a bit more fair, in terms of people who put their life at risk should earn more than those who don't.

The US Army is pulling out of Afghan and some other stragglers in other areas, though in Afghan five (now permanent) military bases are being left behind as part of an agreement to assist Afghanistan until they can self-sustain their own military. These military bases will be around for a while, so all serving there now are being offered a chance to go home for a while, and some fresh-spawn to go to replace them, and maybe raise the total number.

Drone warfare is still being worked on, since it keeps men from dying unnecessarily. Unmanned and manned drones are both present, and an agreement is being sorted with the government of Afghanistan to allow these drones to fully and accurately map the entire country, allowing the militaries to see any terrorist activity. On that, manned drones are currently looking for the leaders of the new terrorist group, and any information for their location.

This group is a bit extreme, so the Reserve is now being kept on its toes, just in case of another 9/11.

Immigration and Emigration

Immigration has always been a big problem, with many illegal immigrants looking for a better life in the land of the free. The government is aware that plenty of these illegal immigrants work extremely hard to stay where they are, and the Department of Homeland Security is also streamlining the process for immigration. While it still has an advanced screening of all individuals looking to naturalize, it does now offer the opportunity for people to gain citizen status or even a work visa a lot more easily. Some people complain about how these immigrants are taking all the jobs, but it's pointed out that these immigrants take the jobs that nobody else wants, and are extremely good at it.

The TSA is also streamlining the process. Aware of the fact that it is ridiculed everywhere for it's high standards, it's requesting a budget increase to allow for a new system, where people can walk straight into the U.S. Of course, they'd walk through the new scanning machines that can recognize different elements instead of just metal, which is going through testing right now by some local law enforcement in some areas. The reviews are positive, as for the most part it isn't intrusive, and the TSA just need to watch the screens and keep the crowd flowing. Most reviews are positive, apart from a few patriots.

The immigration across the Mexican border is still strict for now, though (see Organized Crime)

Organized Crime

Always a problem, it's grown a bit more in the Americas recently, mostly in the South continent. The U.S. is keeping restrictions on the Mexican border, and keeping drugs out of the country.

Ebola Outbreak

The U.S. now places it top priority to solve the outbreak before it spreads beyond the continent. the Biosafety Level 4 Labs in the U.S. are now focusing exclusively on Ebola, and possible solutions. Nanobots has come up again and again, but more testing is needed. The U.S. is willing to put forth a budget and work in an international team to solve the problem ASAP, putting aside any possible differences. In terms of humanitarian aid, the U.S. will help fund the Red Cross and airdrop any necessary supplies.

END REPORT

The Bandit King

KaelRavenheart said
Okay, so I need to address some things. This first part is directed at Boss. Firstly, while I can see that you did intend to correctly describe the location of the hideout, you are only half correct.There is a passage, which leads into a ravine dotted with other passages and caves, and a second passage to the right of the first that enters the ravine is the one that leads to the clearing where the camp is. Basically, passage, ravine, second passage, clearing with camp. Kurokuma's cave is to the side of the clearing. Secondly, and more importantly, I must address the fact that your character, while well intentioned, has breached the bounds of what is possible in this scenario. He walked into the middle of a bandit camp, walked right up to where the leader lived, gave him some advice along the lines of, "If you do this you might live another year" and then walked out. My character's real strength is in his character, but what makes people consider him in the first place is his intimidation and obvious power. Your character seemed almost immune to that. Honestly, I think your character should have been peeing his pants, but I won't make you do that. I would think he would actually be intimidated though, if not outright frightened. Secondly, there is no way Kurokuma would let him leave once he'd entered the camp. No way. He would tie him up and toss him in a corner if he had to, but you didn't give him the chance. After all, your character now knows where his camp is. He can't let you leave until he's sure you won't tell anyone. And he's not the kind to have that level of trust easily. Basically, after you entered the camp you would be either a prisoner or part of the camp or dead. Those are the possible choices.Also, Lady Tonia is accepted. Lord Pie, you may post whenever you wish.

I completely understand. I can change up what I said, and I'll stay, offering you the opportunity to do as you wish. Will change within the hour.

But, I did think to design my character with only diplomacy in mind. I've mentioned that he is terrible at fighting. He prefers the pen over the sword. So, I don't want to make him shake in his boots. To do that, all you have to do is hold a sword against his throat. Tarvos is more accustomed to arguing over land and taxes, not his own life.

The Bandit King

Someone mentioned that they were hidden outside the entrance to the ravine area, I guess they peeked over the stone wall. Might need to retcon that. I'm sure I kept to the setting though, if you are addressing me.

Well, I was saying that kurokuma does an awful lot of raiding, so some people may be inclined to think they aren't some Robin Hood after all. Saving these slightly richer folks would get them some people who believed truly in what they were doing, along with a possible budget. I can retcon what I said, if necessary.

The Pen and the Sword -- Modern NRP (High Casual, Low Advanced) -- NATION DUMP

Flag

MAP OF COUNTRY


Common Name of Nation: U.S

Official Name of Nation: The United States of America
Capital: Washington D.C
Largest City (if applicable)New York, New York

Official Languages: Technically none, really english
Commonly Recognized Languages: Spanish
Official Written Language: American English

Ethnic Groups

1 German
42,841,569
15.2%
2 Irish
30,524,799
10.8%
3 African
24,903,412
8.8%
4 English
24,509,692
8.7%
5 American
20,188,305
7.2%
6 Mexican
18,382,291
6.5%
7 Italian
15,638,348
5.6%
8 Polish
8,977,235
3.2%
9 French
8,309,666
3.0%
10 American Indian
7,876,568
2.8%
11 Scottish
4,890,581
1.7%
12 Dutch
4,541,770
1.6%
13 Norwegian
4,477,725
1.6%
14 Scotch-Irish
4,319,232
1.5%
15 Chinese
4,010,114
1.4%

Government Type: Democratic Republic
Executive Branch: The President
Legislative: Congress
Judicial: The Supreme Court

Legislature

The constitution addresses a whole lot of basic rules and rights, from which all laws are derived from.

Formation: July 4th, 1776

Square Land Area: 9,826,675km
Coastline Area: 19,924km
Shared Border Area: 12,034km
Waterways: 41,009km

GDP (PPP): $15.93 trillion
Defence Budget: $612.5 billion
External Debt: $15.93 trillion
Reserves of Foreign Exchange and Gold: $150.2 billion
GDP (Nominal)15.68 Trillion
Gini Index: .469
HDI Index: .937

Currency (and Value to the USD) The Dollar!

Exactly One dollar to the dollar

Drives on the…?

Right side of the road!

CAPABILITIES
Total Population: 316,668,567
Available Manpower: 145,212,012
Fit for Military Service: 120,022,084
Reaching Military Age Annually: 4,217,412
Active Frontline Personnel: 1,430,000
Reserve Personnel: 850,880

Labour Forces: 155,000,000
Merchant Marine Strength: 393
Major Ports and Terminals: 24
Roadway Coverage: 6,586,610
Railway Coverage: 224,792
Serviceable Airports: 13,513

Oil Production (bbl/day): 8.5 million
Oil Consumption (bbl/day): 19 million
Proven Reserves in Total: 20.68 billion

Tanks: 8,325
Armored Fighting Vehicles: 25,782
Self-Propelled Guns: 1,934
Towed Artillery Pieces: 1,791
Rocket Projectors (MLRS): 1,330

Total Aircraft: 13,683
Helicopters: 6,012

Total Ships: 473
Aircraft Carriers: 10
Frigates: 15
Destroyers: 62
Corvettes: 0
Submarines: 72
Coastal Defence Craft: 13
Mine Warfare Craft: 13

Nuclear Capabilities: 2,150 active, 7,700 total

The Pen and the Sword -- Modern NRP (High Casual, Low Advanced)

flylittlecat said
Hey Boss_Dude, nation sheets go here http://www.roleplayerguild.com/topics/16998/posts/ooc?page=1#post-412351Just thought that might help ^^

Thank you! Will go there now!

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Moved!

Anyway, can't wait to start. I've been hopping on a lot of threads, waiting till they start. Can't wait.