Ministry of ImmigrationIMMIGRATION APPLICATION| Application received | 17 November 2024 |
| Wittenberg account approved | 4 March 2025 |
| First Witt Post | 4 March 2025 |
| Eligible for Petition | 19 March 2025 |
| APPLICATION OUTCOME | APPLICATION ONGOING |
| Official notes: |
The Ministry of Immigration, using information provided in the application and after investigating to the best of its ability, is satisfied that this application is Bona Fide.
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Applicant Name: Deed poll name: Xheralt Del'Encradeir
@Xheralt_DelEncradier Gender: Male
Year of Birth: 1965
Location: West Allis, WI
Provincial assignment if successful: Maritiimi-Maxhestic
Why I am Interested in Becoming a Talossan: Paraphrasing The Witcher, "Do not cite the OrgLaw to me, wretch; I was there when it was written." Yes, I'm THAT Gary Cone, cosigner of the Declaration of Independence on 25 Dec 1979. Yes, I cleaved to KRI's side when the Republic was founded, and followed KRI into exile after his final abdication (before John's election). I'll be civil, honestly, I want to see what you've done with the place.
More About Myself: Techie. Most recent job (ended some months ago) was servicing ATM's. At my age finding a new job isn't easy, "gig work" keeps the roof over my head & the lights on. I'm a science fiction geek, been to conventions, even. A former choir nerd, my current music taste revolves around KPOP, although my main admiration is for groups from previous decades more than current. A recurring theme, that.
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The applicant has affirmed/sworn, under penalty of perjury in Talossan law, that the information provided in this citizenship application is accurate and true.~~~
Truly historical stuff! Welcome back,
@Xheralt_DelEncradier - and for those of you not up on your Talossan history, please see his TalossaWiki page. This guy was around almost literally on Day 1. (https://wiki.talossa.com/Xheralt_Con%C3%A2)
Here are the obvious questions:
- is it a coincidence that you decided to come back after the abdication of the Duke of Lupul, the former King John?
- Did you know that Ben Madison himself tried to come back in 2019 (https://talossa.proboards.com/thread/13446/reintroducing-robert-ben-madison); but gave up halfway through after he got static?
- Any special reason you're changing your Talossan name?
Yes it is a coincidence; I was not aware King John was exiting until I was pretty much starting the process here.
As an Old Growther (does anybody even use that term any more?) I am almost too Talossan to even have a Talossan name. By the dictionary, what should be my official surname ("Conâ") is, well, a little too close to my mundane name for comfort (even if everyone here knows it, I do want to keep at least a minimal veil with respect to guests). Also a LOT of my online identity is "Xheralt", even outside of Talossa-that-was. Easy traceability in this online age make me nervous.
Del'Encradier is more of a nickname, and has a bit more cachet than a geometric solid, LOL. It is also an unmistakable statement of identity, hence why I chose it.
FAQ #2 No I didn't know Ben had tried, but given that the realpolitik of opposition to him, personally and politically, existing in this kingdom's base, I'm mot surprised it didn't work. Heck, *I* may turn out to be too much of a lightning rod. Won't know until I try.
Quote from: Xheralt_DelEncradier on March 04, 2025, 01:41:00 AMFAQ #2 No I didn't know Ben had tried, but given that the realpolitik of opposition to him, personally and politically, existing in this kingdom's base, I'm mot surprised it didn't work. Heck, *I* may turn out to be too much of a lightning rod. Won't know until I try.
The thing about Ben was that I would have personally loved to have him back...
if he'd changed his ways from what made him insufferable. What clinched it for me is that he would never admit that he had told lies about me, personally, for political gain.
Quote from: Xheralt_DelEncradier on March 04, 2025, 01:34:32 AMAs an Old Growther (does anybody even use that term any more?)
Given there's currently no one on the active citizen list who qualifies as an "Old Growther", it's hard to imagine when it would be used, except in historical discussion.
Minor correction, the former king is the Duke of Lupul.
Welcome Xheralt! I'm very interested to see where this goes!
-Txec R
A science fiction geek?! What are some of your favorite sci-fi items currently? Also, you are welcome to join our Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Whisky Society.
Welcome back!
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I remember the late and very much missed "Art Verbotten" aka John E. told us that his reaction to the foundation of Talossa was along the lines of "that's nice, Ben. Did you fall off the psychiatrist's couch and hit your head again?"
As someone who (according to the history) was actually involved with Talossa in advance of the Declaration of Independence, can you remember what your initial reactions to the idea were?
@Xheralt Del'Encradeir is now eligible for petition.
WHEREAS it has been more than a fortnight since Xheralt Del'Encradeir first posted on Wittenberg, following his introduction to the citizens of the Kingdom by officers of the Immigration Ministry, and
WHEREAS he has, in that time, demonstrated an active, genuine, and continuing interest in helping the Kingdom of Talossa with his creativity and curiosity, and
WHEREAS he desires citizenship in the Kingdom of Talossa, and
WHEREAS by all indications it appears that he would be a loyal and dedicated citizen, and a credit to this nation if he obtains the grant of citizenship he requests, especially given his historial ties to our kingdom, and
WHEREAS he will certainly spice up and enrich our Talossan culture,
THEREFORE I, Txec R, King of Talossa and a citizen in good standing of the province of Maricopa and of the Kingdom of Talossa, do by the present petition the Secretary of State
@Sir Lüc to issue a grant of citizenship to Prospective Citizen Xheralt Del'Encradeir, as specified by law.
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PLEASE NOTE that under El Lexhatx E.7 as amended by 60RZ16, we now require two citizens to petition to admit a new citizen, that is, this petition needs at least one "mick".
Mick ! Welcome back
(+ a reminder of a recent post in the social media : https://www.instagram.com/p/DDSF1I8iMwL/?igsh=bmo3dm9xcWl4bW5l )
The Ministry of Immigration certifies, WITH GUSTO, that the prospective citizen has sufficient understanding of Talossan life and culture for full participation.
Oath sent over by PM.
Um... I'm just seeing this now and... there's an Old Growther in West Allis?! The West Allis that I currently live in?!
Quote from: Audrada Roibeardet on March 24, 2025, 08:17:07 PMUm... I'm just seeing this now and... there's an Old Growther in West Allis?! The West Allis that I currently live in?!
Like, the OLDEST Growther. Like, he was there at the Declaration of Independence.
I work down in Waukesha, much to my fuel tank's chagrin. (80 miles each way, huzzah!) Mini Talossafest (read: group meetup with S:reu Del'Encradeir, D:na Roibeardet,
@Bentxamì Puntmasleu and myself for coffee or a drink or something) when?
Quote from: Mic'haglh Autófil, O.Be on March 24, 2025, 08:24:30 PMI work down in Waukesha, much to my fuel tank's chagrin. (80 miles each way, huzzah!) Mini Talossafest (read: group meetup with S:reu Del'Encradeir, D:na Roibeardet, @Bentxamì Puntmasleu and myself for coffee or a drink or something) when?
If you do have one, maybe a FaceTime call could be made to include yours truly?
-Txec R
Quote from: Mic'haglh Autófil, O.Be on March 24, 2025, 08:24:30 PMI work down in Waukesha, much to my fuel tank's chagrin. (80 miles each way, huzzah!) Mini Talossafest (read: group meetup with S:reu Del'Encradeir, D:na Roibeardet, @Bentxamì Puntmasleu and myself for coffee or a drink or something) when?
Fora Talossa would love to broadcast a short video of the get-together.
I'm interested in Talossafest. PM me with the details.
Quote from: Breneir Tzaracomprada on March 04, 2025, 07:57:02 AMA science fiction geek?! What are some of your favorite sci-fi items currently? Also, you are welcome to join our Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Whisky Society.
My activities have been a bit limited lately, mostly following the books of authors I admire the most: The Honor Harrington series by David Weber. I'm technically a member of the Royal Manticoran Navy fan group, but haven't had time for activity. The other major fan group I'm associated with is C.J. Cherryh's fan base (I've posted on her blog Wave Without A Shore and been to her house in Spokane)
Quote from: Mic'haglh Autófil, O.Be on March 24, 2025, 08:24:30 PMI work down in Waukesha, much to my fuel tank's chagrin. (80 miles each way, huzzah!) Mini Talossafest (read: group meetup with S:reu Del'Encradeir, D:na Roibeardet, @Bentxamì Puntmasleu and myself for coffee or a drink or something) when?
I would be interested in that; I live in West Allis and commute to Pewaukee for my 8-4:30 day job. I can introduce you fine folks to Old Growther classics such as Oakland Gyros, or we can hit personal favorites like Portillo's in Waukesha, or Doctor Dawg in Glenadle (Port Washington & Green Tree). Or any Starbucks you care to name. I'm open to suggestions.
Quote from: Miestră Schivă, UrN-GC on March 24, 2025, 08:19:03 PMQuote from: Audrada Roibeardet on March 24, 2025, 08:17:07 PMUm... I'm just seeing this now and... there's an Old Growther in West Allis?! The West Allis that I currently live in?!
Like, the OLDEST Growther. Like, he was there at the Declaration of Independence.
Even if Ben did, in a fit of pique (which we all know he was prone to) literally cut my name off of the Declaration of Independence. The Cone War ran hot for a few moments.
Quote from: Mic'haglh Autófil, O.Be on March 24, 2025, 08:24:30 PM80 miles each way, huzzah!
129 kilometres for those who don't know :P
TANDI QE Xherált Del'Encradéir tent compiaçat toct i resquiraziuns lexhitais per l'aðmiçiun àl Regipäts Talossan, es tent comvimçat la naziun es noi da sieu intereçù in la citaxhienità Talossan (la Mhiglhor Cosă Qe L'Erxhent Non Put Comprar), da sieu intenziun es desireu à partiçipar in noastră vidă naziunal, es da sieu leialtà àl Coronă, noi sint rat es þonourat àð aðmiçar (da nhouă) perventüră Xherált Del'Encradéir àl statüs exaltat del 67-l:t CITAXHIÉN VEITAT DEL REGIPÄTS TALOSSAN, es dal provinçù Maritiimi-Maxhestic, cün toct i drepts, privilexhuns, es deveirs qi sint iherinds à ça.
Fäts par va mha in la nómină del Regeu Txec es sub sieu Saxhel Rexhital li 30. Martă in l'anneu dal eră comun 2025, in el prüm anneu del röin da noastra soveran cortös Regeu Txec, es el 46-l:t dal independençù da Talossa.
WHEREAS Xherált Del'Encradéir has completed all the legal requirements for admission to the Kingdom of Talossa, and has satisfied the nation and us of his interest in Talossan citizenship (the Best Thing Money Can't Buy), of his intention and desire to participate in our national life, and of his loyalty to the Crown, we are pleased and honoured hereby to (re)admit Xherált Del'Encradéir to the exalted status of the 67th NATURALISED CITIZEN OF THE KINGDOM OF TALOSSA, and of the province of Maritiimi-Maxhestic, with all the rights, privileges, and duties thereunto appertaining.
Done by my hand in the name of King Txec and under his Royal Seal this 30th day of March in the year of the common era 2025, in the first year of the reign of our gracious sovereign King Txec, and of the independence of Talossa the 46th.
(https://wiki.talossa.com/images/3/39/LesserStateSeal.png)
Sir Lüc da Schir
Secretar d'Estat / Secretary of State
Congratulations and welcome back to Talossa Xheralt! A truly historic day!
-Txec R
@King Txec I apologise for the ghost mention in a quote.
Anyway S:reu Conă, you missed quite the changes because (thanks to me) we got number plates and road signs.
Quote from: Xheralt Del'Encradeir on March 29, 2025, 09:11:07 PMEven if Ben did, in a fit of pique (which we all know he was prone to) literally cut my name off of the Declaration of Independence. The Cone War ran hot for a few moments.
I used to publish a newspaper in which I published the same page from
Ár Päts, side by side (https://wiki.talossa.com/images/c/ca/QI-3.pdf), before and *after* the subject of those pages had pissed Ben off :D (see page 5)
So, if there is anyone besides Audrada living in the Greater Talossan Area, should you happen to see a greenish-grey Camry with a (RT) bumper sticker on it, well, that's me.
Xheralt! Only now do I see you've made a return. Let me extend to you my warmest welcome back. You are hardly a lightning-rod, sir. Rather, you are among the greatest of Talossans. - GV
Quote from: Miestră Schivă, UrN-GC on March 24, 2025, 08:19:03 PMQuote from: Audrada Roibeardet on March 24, 2025, 08:17:07 PMUm... I'm just seeing this now and... there's an Old Growther in West Allis?! The West Allis that I currently live in?!
Like, the OLDEST Growther. Like, he was there at the Declaration of Independence.
In Talossan life, he precedes everyone except Ben himself. He is one of the Talossan pantheon.