Ah man, I won't procrastinate next time.

Quote from: Glüc on May 07, 2026, 04:32:44 PM

Quote from: Sir Ian Plätschisch on May 05, 2026, 06:25:30 PMLet's a-go!

Quote from: Baron Alexandreu Davinescu on May 07, 2026, 01:26:57 PMMaritiimi-Maxhestic Mençeis are riding, changing sports for better luck!  Off the ice and on the bikes!

Did you both submit teams? They are not showing up in the league yet. (Apologies if you haven't yet. Just wanted to check in case something went wrong)

Haven't submitted yet but will before the deadline

Let's a-go!

Quote from: Breneir Tzaracomprada on April 29, 2026, 06:32:22 PM

Quote from: Sir Ian Plätschisch on April 29, 2026, 04:37:23 PM

Quote from: Breneir Tzaracomprada on April 26, 2026, 05:49:25 PMI know that we keep citizenship eligibility at 14 for historical reasons but we should consider a minimum age limit for being an MZ. I would suggest 18 or 21 (if this does not run afoul of the OrgLaw). If we are serious about making  structural improvements to the Ziu then it might be worth considering whether 14 or 16 is generally just too young to effectively participate in national decision-making.

ADDED: I mean no offense to our youngest citizens but wanted to broach the topic.

In my humble opinion, this would be terrible.

I totally get why we might not want to have minors here at all (even though it would be unfortunate given our founding), but assuming they are here, why would we not want them to participate in the thing most people find the most interesting? The stakes of "national decision making" are, all things considered, much to low to allow for that.

First, thanks for responding Ian.

I actually do support a higher minimum age for citizenship, I do suspect though, for some, it is a non-starter. But there are other ways for our youngest citizens to be involved...political parties could still accept them as members, etc. Honestly, the proposal comes from observing recent events as I think the actions of a few of our younger members of national politics have been motivated by immaturity. A period for participation as an observer for those between the ages of 14 and 16 or 18 would allow for some learning and maturation before entry into the nation's parliament. I do not think it is a good idea to throw 14 years (especially) into a nation's political fray as soon as they are citizens.

The argument to keep them out of Talossan politics for a bit "for their own good" is one I might be sympathetic to, but while we're doing things for our own good, I have some bad news for most of Talossa's adult politicians...

Quote from: Breneir Tzaracomprada on April 26, 2026, 05:49:25 PMI know that we keep citizenship eligibility at 14 for historical reasons but we should consider a minimum age limit for being an MZ. I would suggest 18 or 21 (if this does not run afoul of the OrgLaw). If we are serious about making  structural improvements to the Ziu then it might be worth considering whether 14 or 16 is generally just too young to effectively participate in national decision-making.

ADDED: I mean no offense to our youngest citizens but wanted to broach the topic.

In my humble opinion, this would be terrible.

I totally get why we might not want to have minors here at all (even though it would be unfortunate given our founding), but assuming they are here, why would we not want them to participate in the thing most people find the most interesting? The stakes of "national decision making" are, all things considered, much to low to allow for that.

Good to hear from you!

Quote from: Tric'hard Lenxheir on March 18, 2026, 09:20:18 PM"I Dream"

I dream
The world turns
Shadows melt
Dream burns

Passion sated
Fear from hate
Passion lost
Fickle fate

Tangled limbs
Broken trees
Sun fades
Darkness sees

Quiet, fearful
Music flares
Dreams return
No one cares

Jumbled thoughts
Lost, confused
Body weak
Mind abused

Rain, lightning
Roar of thunder
Blowing wind
Life a blunder

Day is gone
Dream no longer
Soon to sleep
Calm the hunger

These are the jumbled thoughts of a wannabe poet who has no talent whatsoever, but things run through my mind and tumble out, it sucks but its mine

If nothing else it's better the "The Tay Bridge Disaster", widely regarded as the worst poem of all time

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Tay_Bridge_Disaster

Would definitely recommend this YouTube channel:

https://m.youtube.com/@InspiringPhilosophy

My second entry
Noting lack of submissions
Things have not improved

Azul all,

I have always said that what makes the Kingdom of Talossa special is that it allows people to engage meaningfully in activities that they otherwise would not be able to in other contexts. In that spirit I have been pleased to have served as El Capitán da l'Altahál for the past year, recognizing the contributions of citizens who have really made this place their own.

I have no intention of fully withdrawing from Talossa any time soon, but I do have a number of other commitments and I have been trying to reduce how many things I am obligated to look at regularly. This means I will probably be checking in around here less frequently, and, as a result, I am no longer in a position to be a good Captain. I hereby step down from my post effective immediately, with thanks to His Majesty, the Most Honourable Seneschal, and all the members of the Zuoaves.

Best,
Ian P.

P.S. I think this means my only remaining position is that of Puisne Justice, which, given that cases come in at a clip of one or two per year, I think I can manage. You all know where to find me.

A merry and blessed Christmas to you all!

Ah shoot can't believe I missed it

I strongly caution against this.

While I have never been in support of advisory opinions, I do see the logic in the case of executive officials such as the Seneschal, the King, and (most especially) the Secretary of State. If someone must make a decision in the course of their duties, and they are truly concerned that decision will be challenged (causing a huge headache), I get why advance guidance is appreciated.

The same does not apply to any old MZ who just wants to humor their curiosity in the absence of a live controversy.

It seems reasonable to count claims via ballot as a response.

I do wonder whether we would be better served dispensing with all this and converting our province to a direct democracy?

RESULTS
1. Me - 190
2. AD - 180
3. Breneir - 179
4. Miestra - 177
5. Iac - 66

I am currently the GGS if I'm not mistaken

I'll take one

PROG 83
URL 73
GREEN 22
IDT 17
IND GREEN 5