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Region: Capitalist Paradise
Our latest Emissary Report/Breaking Wave features a lot of news this month
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Stats of the Month:
March 202410000 Islands | Population: 900 nations | Delegate Endorsements: 230 endorsements
A Taco Paradise | Population: 525 nations | Delegate Endorsements: 59 endorsements
and Monthly Emissary Report
All the latest news from 10000 Islands: Feb - March 2024
by Chelsea Boots
Republic of Pantso
Office of Senator for Blue Canaria North
10,000 Islands is governed by the Council of Nine, made up of a Chief Executive, an elected Delegate and four elected Senators, and three appointed Ministers. The Council votes on legislation, embassy openings and closures, and other matters as required by the Chief Executive.
Discussions over most legislation take place in the Non-Secure Chamber.
Chief Executive: Lenlyvit Office
Delegate: AstroboltOffice
Senators
Lyonesse East (Houses): Keswickholt (Senior Senator)Office
New Republica South (Debates and Discussions): Open
Himes West (Role Play): AxeCapitalOffice
Blue Canaria North (Emissary Report): PantsoOffice
Ministers
Education: Valentian ElysiumOffice
Culture: Wille-Harlia Office
Immigration: AschenteOffice
Information about other government officials of 10000 Islands can be found here.
Sick Vermonter Saddled With Extra Work While Big Boss Retires to Tropical Paradise
Chief Executive Markanite, in a stunning abuse of power, has taken it upon himself to force Lenlyvit to take up his entire portfolio as Chief Executive. Lenlyvit’s additional responsibilities come just as he begins recovering from a severe cold while trapped in the frozen wilderness of Vermont. In the meantime, Markanite will be retiring to the balmy frontier A Taco Paradise, removing Lenlyvit from the coveted post and evicting him from the Governor’s Mansion there.
Markanite has attempted to justify this astounding act of open corruption by citing the Constitution of 10,000 Islands, which reads “The Chief Executive authority of 10000 Islands shall be vested in the Chief Executive. The Chief Executive shall hold Office for life, and shall be responsible for the conferral of the Chief Executive’s authority to a successor of the Chief Executive’s sole choosing.” Markanite has creatively interpreted this passage to mean that he, as Chief Executive, has the power to name his successor, and that his successor will take the Chief Executive post as Markanite steps down..
Taco Island lawyers we spoke to were inclined to disagree. One, under the condition of anonymity said, “I’ll say anything you want me to if you give me enough Tacos. So, no, Markanite clearly doesn’t have the authority to do . . . whatever you just said. Now I’ll take three soft tacos, one beef, one veggie, and one fish, with salsa and sour cream.” Some people have said that Lenlyvit has been pressured by Markanite’s supporters through encouragement, high-five emojis, well-wishing, and generally being solicitous and helpful. Are these offers genuine? Or a clear and unconscionable act of manipulation on the part of Markanite’s duplicitous and hypocritical followers? Only time will tell.
In all seriousness, Markanite has stepped down from his role as Chief Executive. His Successor, Lenlyvit, will take his place while Markanite takes the lead at A Taco Paradise. Markanite’s full statement is available on the 10,000 Islands Proboards forum here. Please join me in thanking Markanite for his long service to the Islands and in welcoming our new Chief Executive Lenlyvit.
In the wake of Markanite’s departure to A Taco Paradise and Lenlyvit’s succession there are now three Senate seats up for election this month, as well as the Delegacy. Astrobolt, AxeCapital, and Keswickholt have all announced their intention to defend their positions, However, there is a race for the empty New Republica South seat between Wazeww and The World Defense Organization. Both are newcomers to the political scene at XKI and both appear to have grand plans to revitalize debate culture in the Islands. Read more about it in The Breaking Wave - Election Edition!
Cultural Officer Aquachromia, hired just last month, has been hard at work hosting several events for Islanders. This month they are putting on a month-long Music March Madness event featuring games, music-themed movies, and a music submission contest with generous Taco rewards provided through the Ministry of Culture. We had a chance to “sit down” with Aquachromia on Discord to ask a few questions. The following transcript has been edited for clarity and to avoid shaming our keyboarding instructors:
Pantso: Hey, I'm starting to work on the next issue of the Wave and I'm planning on doing a bit about the recent cultural events and the Music March Madness event. Do you mind answering a few questions for the article?
Acquachromia: Sure!
Pantso: Great! What inspired you to take on the role of cultural officer?
Acquachromia: I noticed how my friend Venvee Republic had his own job in the 10,000 Islands, so I wanted to involve myself too and become active in the community!
Pantso: Are you friends outside NationStates? Did the two of you join together, or did one of you recruit the other?
Acquachromia: We're friends outside Nation States, I introduced Venvee to NS about 2 or 3 years ago I believe.
Pantso: And then they got a job, and you got jealous about all their great Tacos, and you decided to get one too 🙂
Acquachromia: lol, nah just wanted to be involved
Pantso: So far you've hosted a movie night where we saw Migration, and a flag contest, and now we're entering the Music March Madness where there will be an event every weekend. What other kinds of events are you considering?
Acquachromia: We'll have a gaming night, and a photo contest, not sure what else after March!
Pantso: What, if any, would you say is your overall goal or mission as Cultural Officer? (I will double check the actual title; I can never remember) (Editor’s Note: It is Cultural Officer; the Cultural Office Assistant role was retired)
Acquachromia: I think there's assistant in that title
I think my goal is to make the community of 10,000 Islands more connected, and allow XKI to become an even more friendly and welcoming place!
Pantso: That sounds great! Seems like you're off to a great start, with an event planned every weekend for six weeks running so far. You've set quite a pace for yourself.
Is there anything else you'd like to say for the article? It will be sent out to Islanders, Paradisers, and our friends and allies in other regions.
Acquachromia: If there's anything you can learn from me it's get involved! You never know what you could find if you involve yourself in your regions, or really anything in life!
Nations interested in participating in Music March Madness should check out this dispatch:
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The War on Terror continues, with the anti-terrorist factions recruiting more nations into the fight and gradually pushing back on the terrorist organizations. Al-Caeda in particular has lost a great deal of territory to Macrasetia’s Anti-Terrorist Coalition of Defense while ACOD’s newer members claim the recaptured land for themselves.
In the meantime, New Sahulland, Chair Co, South Adria, and Pantso have been working to protect the monarchy in New Sahulland after an unsuccessful assassination attempt.
Nations in 10000 Islands or A Taco Paradise interested in joining the conflict should check out these dispatches about the Green Sky Terror event and RP on A Taco Archipelago. Hope to see you there!
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This new segment of The Breaking Wave will feature the beloved pets of the 10000 Islands and A Taco Paradise. This month features [nation]Newlandiquia[/region]’s Pinscher “Doguinho”, or “Dogue” for short. Dogue enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, lifting his rear up to the sun, and has an April Fool’s birthday. The five-year old pupper was picked up from a farm and, while a photo was unavailable, we can’t help but imagine an adorable Pinscher frolicking in a sunny field with his best girlfriend.
Do you have a pet you’d like to share with the Islands? Contact Pantso by Telegram or Discord to get into the next edition of The Breaking Wave!
The 10,000 Islands congratulates several of its citizens and residents this month for their accomplishments:
~ The United Royal Islands of Euramathania has become the Regional Reserve Chair
~ Aschente is the new Chief of Staff, filling the role Lenlyvit has vacated.
~ Jabberwocky has far and away won the House Cup competition, racking up an impressive 22 confirmed recruits during February.
~ ]February 2024 Mortimer Report
~ March 2024 Mortimer report
The Mortimer Report is a summary of financial activity, including payouts for Islander investments, stocks, and any events that may have impacted these investments. It is released by the Regional Reserve each month and covers the previous month’s activities.
The Rich List is a ranking of the most valuable Islander accounts, in Tacos, including both terrestrial and celestial assets. To make the rich list, start earning Tacos by taking a job that pays Tacos, participating in contests, and taking advantage of Taco Islands Charities generous incentives for new nations. Buy properties from the bank, invest in stocks, or start a business in the Marketplace, and watch your pile of Tacos grow!
Nations interested learning more about XKI’s economy can learn more in the Regional Reserve Office
Congratulations to Jabberwocky and the recruiting team for their great success bringing dozens of new nations into the Islands during February! The Ministry of Immigration monthly report is available here: https://10000islands.proboards.com/thread/44835/ministry-immigration-monthly-report-february
Recruiting is a great way to earn Tacos, the respect and admiration of your peers, and you can put it on your resume*! If you're interested, read Aschente's welcome on the forum: https://10000islands.proboards.com/thread/44692/recruit
~ A conversation about changing the Delegate requirements to reflect the needs of the region and newer members.
Additional discussions, brainstorms, and ideas for Council legislation are always welcome in the Paffnia Rotunda!
The Council recently passed the Paradise Day Act to recognize the contributions of the many nations, both Islanders and friends, who helped in the transition of A Taco Paradise to a Frontier.
The Council is discussing several potential pieces of legislation in the Non-Secure Chamber:
~ Changes to the awards program, focusing on the idea of awarding Titles and possibly a Coat of Arms, especially for nations involved in recruiting
~ Recruiters are always needed! Recruiters bring new nations into the region and for their efforts, become eligible for awards, badges, and Tacos. Nations interested in joining the recruiting team should check out this thread
~ Pantso has put out a call for a Deputy Senator for Blue Canaria North to help work on this Monthly Report
~ Astrobolt needs an Emissary to Forest to help maintain good relations and share information.
~ Astrobolt is also looking for a Secretary of State to help with the day-to-day matters of World Assembly resolution voting and discussion.
~ AxeCapital has an open req for Role Play Commissioner, responsible for enforcing RP rules and orderly behavior in the RP regions.
~ Astrobolt is looking for a TIBOE secretary. The TIBOE (Taco Island Brigade of Endorsers) Secretary would report on the TIBOE team’s activity and report to the Delegate.
~ A Cartographer-General is needed to maintain the regional map! Applicants should be familiar with image-editing software (not AI generated) and pays handsomely. Details here.
Other jobs may be available on the Jobs Bulletin Board. Most jobs pay monthly in Tacos, XKI’s regional currency.
The 10KI Update is a monthly report about the regional happenings of XKI made by the Blue Canaria North Senator and the Deputy BCN Senator. Stay tuned for any updates!
Discord: discord.gg/4uWZbNS
Interested in XKI? All of our Foreign Affairs dispatches will be published by 10000 Islands Foreign Affairs, and posted in our embassy thread!