POOHEAD189

'Misthophoroi' - A Sci-Fi Mercenary RP

Virgil listened to the diminutive alien while he stuck some tobacco in his mouth, chewing nonchalantly as Teeruk spoke to him. He seemed a bit on edge. Of course it could be the fact that Virgil (a dangerous looking fellow) had singled him out on this backwater planet out of the millions around them. But he had a good enough grasp of reading people to know that wasn't the case. 'Least, entirely.

"What do I want?" The weapon's expert echoed, not being able to help himself with a smile. "That's a loaded question as well. But I suppose renting my services to an employer who needs something done is a good way to put it. 'Course, I don't wait on table or clean your shoes..."

He rested his hands on one of his pistols, the gesture speaking volumes of exactly what he did. "If you were wanting something wholesome done, you'd be looking into one of the stalls yonder. Seeing as that isn't the case, I assumed. But...you do you. Sorry to bother ya then," Virgil tipped his hat, confident that if he turned away, the Alien would halt him.

Between the hammer and the anvil

Kayden had to admit he didn't enjoy the idea of indentured servitude to anyone, but one did what one must in order to survive. Plus, he wasn't about to go back on his word. He'd become a sellsword captain to experience new lands and places, and make a name for himself. He supposed infiltrating something as mythical as Whitehall fit the bill quite nicely. That is not to say he wasn't filled with trepidation. He didn't blindly go into danger, and from the stories, Whitehall was incredibly dangerous.

He had eaten his fill, and now (attempting to be) casually sipped his drink as he lounged on his chair next to his new 'employer.' "Your concern for your country is admirable." he said, eyes on her from behind his mug. He was glad he was wetting his throat. His mouth felt dry at the prospect of going into such an eldritch place. "And if we were to find any items of note within?" His eyes glinted from the prospect.

The Kings Council

Don't think I'll have the time, but I wish I did. Seems very interesting...

Frokane's Mildly Politcal Hangout Thread

There is no real issue with the hiring or firing of persons to perform roles in an administration. The Trump presidency might have hired and shuffled more around in short notice, but the practice is not exactly new. I can almost assure you that a number of those involved are still useful somewhere, even the controversial ones like Scaramucci and that even if you cannot see them, they are not completely gone from the picture being painted. If anything this ongoing hiring and firing process reminds me of a corporation undergoing restructure, which is exactly what it is. The government is in its own a way a business, with its executive redefining its operations in contrast to the previous one's; if you are not getting the work done the way it is wanted, you can expect to be removed. Family members getting favorable treatment or special roles is not a surprise either there.

Yes there is an issue with that. This isn't a corporation, this is government. There are stark differences. Not everything that is profitable is of social value, and not everything of social value is profitable. I'm going to give a quote here...
"Those arguing for a business model for government must necessarily be ready to shut down all government functions that do not earn a profit, regardless of their contribution to our well being. And, if the public sector is being run properly, that should mean every single one. If it’s profitable, they shouldn’t have been doing it in the first place. There is no need for the government to start a chain of hamburger stands, hardware stores, or coffee shops. Rather, they run child protective services, the National Park Service, and the Air Force. Profit is the realm of business, while unprofitable but socially useful tasks is the responsibility of government."

@Firing: The reason many of them, or possibly all of them have been fired is for reasons that are dodgy at best, and at worst on a whim.

The allegations of collusion are significantly more fiction than they are truth. There has yet to be any solid, incriminating or certain evidence of the Trump presidency's collaboration with Russia to win the election; everything is pointing in the exact opposite to suggest that not only the Hillary campaign was involved in actual collusion, but the previous Obama administration was as well. It is nothing but a narrative constructed by the media and its leftist investors, allies, operators and the ilk to spin a story that was exclusively fake. There's plenty of admission of that.

The sole reason the Trump administration looks to be chaos is because there are active efforts to paint and portray it that way. Over the span of seven months they have still made significant progress despite the immense amount of constant, unfiltered negative press and bombardment by their competition which hasn't enough common sense to run, hide and lick its wounds. They are swinging at anything and everything to try and sway people's opinion and are constantly failing to make their mark. Trump is an easy target in terms of political media to skew a narrative, but they are attacking the wrong things, just as they have been since he started his run for presidency.

I don't get my information or opinions, or should I say facts, for that matter, from leftist media. And whenever I watch it, I take it with a grain of salt. You'll need to do some hard convincing to show me that the Obama administration colluded with Russia, or the Clinton one. I'm not targeting him because I am a leftist, because I am not. I'm targeting Trump because he is inept and corrupt. Yes the Left is having a field day with this, and claims by them are obviously bias and quite annoying, but that doesn't mean they don't celebrate harsh truths about Trump any less than their speculations.

And while the evidence of collusion is alleged, there's still very serious questions that need to be asked. Leftist Media did not have Comey investigate him. Leftist Media is not having Mueller investigate him. Leftist Media is not having Mueller call a Grand Jury. Leftist Media is not making the Trump administration be reluctant to give up any info until caught, repeatedly.

I am fairly certain you're watching a very, very far right winged program my friend.

Frokane's Mildly Politcal Hangout Thread

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First year, is what I was talking about. Granted, Clinton didn't have Russia -- but his actual government was in disarray for the first year of office. He got it together.

But it kinda sounds to me like you're talking about something else entirely. It sounds like you're talking about people's perception of the government, and/or how it was portrayed in the media. Just pick any Republican president, any of 'em. Name one. Bush? it was like this. Reagan? It was like this. Bush Sr.? ......I mean he lost as an incumbent, so it MUST have been bad. Lincoln? It was like this, but a little worse. Etc.

@mdk

While I agree that most presidencies start off fairly rocky and with various controversies, however...
A late-appointed chief undersecretary of the labor department is not nearly as controversial as a Secretary of Defense being fired 2 weeks in office, an FBI director being fired for investigating the president, a communications director, a chief of staff, and a communications director being fired within 2 weeks, family members being given special roles in the white house, (allegations of) collusion with a foreign power on the offset of the presidency to bring the president into power...well you get the point. I can go on and on.
And I saw your article. It has some mentions of various controversies (some were a bit biased from my research,) but it goes on for about 4 months I believe, and it seemed as chaotic as Trump's first 4 weeks.

I admit you're right that things are always far more hectic than it seems, but Trump is just a thing that is...off the charts. And I don't say this as a republican or democrat. It's just from the facts I have seen.

The Sunday Group

No worries, I wasn't assuming you or Naril would take advantage. I do not believe Chic was thinking it either. Always good to make sure, though, for everyone.

The Sunday Group

Do also remember that our characters aren't special in every circumstance too. Like, you shouldn't be able to see everything or every clue and sometimes you'll need the others to be there to see stuff. Not saying anyone would, but I've been in games before where there are just some characters that were good at everything. You WILL get hurt sometimes, you WILL miss stuff sometimes, and you WILL need help sometimes. Just a reminder :)

@FantasyChic

Exactly. Even if someone is very good at reading a room or a scene, speculation is best rather than "I know all." Plus getting hurt should be apart of the game. Character scars have stories too!

Leaving the Site

That sucks.

Servants of the Dark Lord

I do not know at this time, if I do have time for the RP tbh.

The Sunday Group

Well...you certainly have dedication to realism.