[We interrupt your regularly scheduled broadcasting to bring you an important news bulletin]

I do wish you all the best, but merging after two weeks of being allied seems just as impulsive as many of TFR's decisions over the past 18 months. Hopefully this won't turn out to be one of those decisions y'all decide you want to walk back after 2 days.

Best of luck to everyone involved 🙂 

[Event Horizon is here]

I'm glad we could help bring these two lovebirds together. Please consider this 220b TKR's wedding gift to y'all.

 

Congrats and good luck! I hope Event Horizon is a success!

[A missive from the Half-Elven]

Best of luck y'all! Was a pleasure helping you grow from a prot into an MDP ally. I look forward to seeing what comes next for TFR

[To succeed in your mission, you must have single-minded devotion to your goal.]

1 hour ago, Latsu said:

Can I start charging rent at some point?

I hate to be the joke police, but technically he should be charging you.

[[TREATY] Hot MILFs In Carthage]

1 hour ago, Krampus said:

we should have kept this. its much better than boilerplate. i hate elawyers 😭(cough @Canbeccough)

Those damn lawyers ruin everything!

P.S. Congrats on the upgrade!

[CTO Stealing Reasources?]

This sounds like a case for the Court of Thalmoria. @Thalmor please handle this case urgently!

[[Treaty] Tri-Force]

It's been a pleasure working with you all for the better part of the last 3 years! I think I speak for all of TKR when I say we wish you all the best in your new project! ❤️

[[DoW] Enough Was Never Enough]

1 hour ago, penpiko said:

This dude's reason for hitting CTO is that CTO was right, that's 69d chess out here. 

Leaked photo of Canbec writing his DoW

[[DoW] Enough Was Never Enough]

 

Dear Aurora,

The CB was illegitimate.

With love,
Black Knights
The Knights Radiant
Name Withheld

 

P.S. Mayhem and Grumpy concur.

P.P.S. TI told Grumpy to tell Mayhem to tell NW to tell BK to tell TKR to tell you that they really don't like you either.

[[Merger] Mardi Gras in Urithiru]

11 hours ago, darkblade said:

TKR's merging strategy is unmatched. Other alliances need too step up and start offering 3 cities and a moon landing for a merge if they want to stay on top.

It's actually 5 cities and Mars Landing now; damn inflation.

[A Ballad for a Pacifist]

Happy birthday TFP! 🥳

[[Merger] Mardi Gras in Urithiru]

It was a night we’ll never forget. During the exuberant celebrations of Mardi Gras in Urithiru, members of TKR found themselves lost in the maze of music, masks, and merriment on Bourbon Street. Amidst the colourful chaos, a bond was formed - one that was fueled by the shared love of a good party, mutual respect, and dodgeball.

As dawn broke, TKR awoke to find that the good people of Bourbon Street had not only shared their beads and baubles but also their bed. After the initial surprise, and a hearty breakfast of beignets and chicory coffee to clear the heads, a realization dawned: this unexpected night had to be the start of something greater. The camaraderie, strategies discussed, and bonds formed in the moonlight were too good to let go.

So, in true Mardi Gras fashion, we've decided to keep the party going! Bourbon Street members will be joining the ranks of The Knights Radiant, bringing with them their unique flavour, flair, and party spirit. This merger isn't about the numbers; it’s a merger of the minds among two of the best and most compatible communities in Orbis. We're not just an alliance; we're a celebration of unity, strength, and, of course, a good party.

We extend our heartiest welcome to our new members from Bourbon Street, and invite all of Orbis to raise your glasses (or plastic cups, if you're still on Bourbon Street) to celebrate this new chapter for TKR and BST. Here's to battles fought together, victories celebrated, and a future as bright and dazzling as a Mardi Gras parade!

Laissez les bon temps rouler! (Let the good times roll!)

With excitement and anticipation,
The Knights Radiant

P.S. Bourbon Street’s treaty obligations with GATO and Space Engineers have been assumed by TKR, so no touchy.

Signatures from TKR's updated gov lineup:

Spoiler

King of the Heralds: Canbec

Herald of War: Santa Claus
Herald of Growth: Schirminator
Herald of Internal Affairs: Indger
Ghostblood Babsk (Foreign Affairs): BigMorf & HannaH

Shards: Invention, Honor, Survival, Harmony, Ambition, Valor

Herald of the People: Laffopuritain

High Prince of War: DragonKnight
High Prince of War: Ringer
High Prince of War: Thomas Washington
High Prince of War: Zeotrope
     
High Prince of Growth: Galerion
High Prince of Growth: Miller
     
High Prince of Internal Affairs: Liam the 2nd
High Prince of Internal Affairs: Mutedfaith
High Prince of Internal Affairs: Sam757
     
High Prince of Fabrials: Fulcrum
High Prince of Fabrials: Ricky

Ghostblood Apprentice (Foreign Affairs): James T Kirk

[Have you heard of Discord? A Revolutionary Leap by TKR!]

3 minutes ago, The Titan said:

This absolutely did not need a forum post lmao. Especially in alliance affairs.

But good for you.

As soon as we found out about Discord, we felt it was nothing less than our duty to share this wondrous technology with the rest of Orbis!

[Have you heard of Discord? A Revolutionary Leap by TKR!]

Hello Friends, Future Allies and Arrgh,

The Knights Radiant are thrilled to announce a monumental shift in our digital communication realm. We are bidding a fond farewell to our old companion, Slack, and embarking on an exciting journey to a new, somewhat mystical platform known as... Discord!

Now, you might be wondering, "What in the world is Discord?" Allow us to enlighten you! Discord is a little-known cutting-edge communication tool that we expect will one day take the world by storm. A blend of chat rooms, voice channels, and video conferencing, all wrapped up in a neat, user-friendly package. It's like the modern town square, a place where communities can gather, share ideas, and engage in lively discussions. We're quite certain it's going to be the next big thing in Orbis, and we're embarking on this journey to introduce this hidden gem to the masses, believing wholeheartedly in our role as trailblazers in this digital era.

Our migration to Discord is a testament to our undying commitment to innovation, exploration, and perhaps a bit of magic. We're ready to dive headfirst into features like “voice chat” and “unlimited message history”, which sound like they've been plucked straight from a wizard's spellbook.

Why are we moving to Discord, you ask? Well, it offers more flexibility and a dynamic way to connect with each other. Plus, it's a fantastic opportunity for us to welcome friends (and foes) like you into our community. Whether you're a seasoned Discord user or a newbie, we promise a welcoming and entertaining experience.

We invite you to embark on this journey with us into unchartered territory, by joining our Discord server here. We know that most of you, like us, view joining Discord as a daunting challenge. But fear not! We’ll navigate these new waters together, and come out of this adventure with even stronger bonds of friendship than before. Join us for chats, voice hangouts, and the occasional accidental self-muting.

Looking forward to seeing you on Discord, where innovation meets a healthy dose of TKR community spirit.

Cheers,
The Knights Radiant
Pioneering the Digital Frontier, One Click at a Time

TL;DR - TKR is moving to Discord. Come hang out with us here: https://discord.gg/theknightsradiant!

[Petition to Sail and Sing]

@Presidential please don't let SRD prepare the blitz sheets for our top secret blitz on Singularity

[RoH - Burn The Furniture]

Someone didn't listen to their fire safety instructor. Remember kids, never open a door that is hot to the touch or has smoke billowing through the cracks. That door is most likely holding back a fire and opening it will allow the fire to spread to more beautiful furniture.

[[DoE] Alavairthae!]

Congratulations and best of luck!

[Which Department Is Best?]

mfw Milcom is supposed to be down for hell every 3 to 6 months... 😐

[[Pact] Holiday Slumber]

No disrespect to any of the parties involved in this announcement, but I think it's worth noting for posterity that this NAP agreement is in fact an entirely separate NAP from the one that was agreed to by the belligerents in Dodge This. While this doesn't change anything in practice, I wouldn't want to set the precedent of an uninvolved third party being allowed to join an existing NAP agreement at the invitation of only a few of the signatories of the original NAP.

The NAP end dates may align, but for all intents and purposes this should be considered a separate NAP agreement.

[[Gov Change / Merger] Beware the Assassins [Gov Change / Merger]]

Interesting move. Is this a record for the shortest amount of time it took a Kev-founded AA to merge?

Jokes aside, best of luck with the merge!

[[Bloc Update] ESPN8: The Ocho Presents ODOO Tournament in Hollywood]

6 minutes ago, darkblade said:

This is just Hollywood but without Guardian.

[[Bloc Update] ESPN8: The Ocho Presents ODOO Tournament in Hollywood]

ESPN8: The Ocho Presents ODOO Tournament in Hollywood

Cotton McKnight: Welcome everyone to another special evening in dodgeball, the most exhilarating sport on television. For the folks at home tuning in now, our broadcast of the latest Championship Game, featuring the current regionally-qualified ODOO teams and WELP, has just concluded.

Pepper Brooks: And that was quite the face shot from WELP!

Cotton McKnight: Indeed. That unsportsmanlike behaviour was painful to watch, though effective.

Pepper: I cannot believe that the refs missed that call.

Cotton: It happens. But tonight is the final match at the Orbitite Dodgeball Organization of Orbis’ regional tournament here in Hollywood, exclusively presented here on ESPN8: The Ocho. Isn’t this so exciting, Pepper?

Pepper Brooks: It sure is exciting to be in Hollywood for the first time, but I must confess a sense of déjà vu.

Cotton: Me too, Pepper, but this is the first ODOO tournament to be held in Hollywood. Now I doubt many of our viewers need any additional context on the ins and outs of ODOO, but for the handful of you out there, let me remind you that the current regionally-qualified ODOO teams are gearing up for the ODOO annual championship tournament in Silicon Valley, where a winner will be crowned from among all the regionally-qualified teams. Today’s final match will determine the regional qualifying team from the Hollywood tournament, who will go on to compete in Silicon Valley.

Pepper: For a FIFTY THOUSAND DOLLAR grand prize, Cotton!

Cotton: Yes indeed, Pepper. This final match tonight will be played between Ball of Fame and the Clown Punchers, and while Ball of Fame are heavily favoured to win, the true beauty of this sport is its unpredictability. And if you don’t believe me, just remember that in the semi-final round this weekend, both teams playing tonight came out victorious against better-ranked opponents, the Untouchaballs and No Hit Sherlock.

Pepper: I don’t think anyone was expecting this match-up for the final match!

Cotton: No sir! Alright, the ref is coming out onto the court signaling the start of the match, so let’s tune in.

[***]

Cotton: My oh my, Pepper! Was that an impressive game or what? The last time I remember seeing such artful dodging was during the Group B qualifying round of the Lilongwe Open in 2004.

Pepper: *whistles* These guys sure know how to dodge, Cotton!

Cotton: The Clown Punchers have certainly earned their place in the annual ODOO championship tournament after their incredible win over Ball of Fame. I am eagerly looking forward to watching them compete in Hollywood and bring their top-notch gameplay to the tournament. Their future in the sport looks very promising if they continue to play at this level. For now though, we’re signing off and handing the mic over to our colleagues in Tashkent for our coverage of the Central Asian Women’s Underwater Rugby Championship.

Pepper: Effin’ A, Cotton! Effin’ A!

 

TL;DR: The Immortals join the Orbitite Dodgeball Organization of Orbis as full signatories of ODOO’s 5 Ds of Dodgeball treaty.

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Signatures:

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Signed for Average Joe’s,
Canbec, King of the Heralds
BigMorf, Ghostblood Babsk
Schirminator, Herald of Growth
Indger, Herald of Internal Affairs
Santa Claus, Herald of War

 

Signed for Girl Scout Troop #417,
Emperor: Brandon Donsberger

Cabinet: ExStratos, Masteraka, Biel

 

Signed for MilFs,

[REDACTED]: Bezzers

Overseer of Strategic Direction: Bug

Overseer of Internal Operations: Luciuskonst

Overseer of External Outreach: Shifty

Overseer of Military Operations: Voidwalker

Overseer of Economic Development: Basil

 

Signed for Moose Knucklers,
Galerion, Immortal King of Thrift

mutedfaith, Immortal King of Sass

HannaH, Immortal Queen of Beignets

 

Signed for Skillz That Killz,
Hegemon: TigerFire

Ascendent: The Titan

Remnant of Internal Affairs: Audon

Remnant of Economics: RightHonorable

Remnant of Foreign Affairs: Nick I

 

Signed for Yetis,

Presidential

Fi

Sweeeeet Ronny D

Aenir

 

Signed for Clown Punchers,

Leader: Lord Tyrion

2ic: Latsu

FA Head: James Wilson

 

[[PEACE] That'll Buff Right Out]

14 hours ago, Fulcrum said:

Yeah, I'm quite liking this new trend of the winning side choosing the war name

This one was actually suggested by the losing side 😉 

Generally I think it's easier to just have the involved parties agree on a war name hence why I wanted it included. Especially since Rush no longer wants to hold community votes so there's no clear process for naming wars otherwise.

[[PEACE] That'll Buff Right Out]

2 hours ago, Lysander said:

Congrats on the peace. Should’ve been named “Now I Sleep” since y’all want to hug it out for six months 😝

We did suggest "Half-Year Half-Time", but it didn't make the cut 😞 

[[PEACE] That'll Buff Right Out]

GG, see you in 6 months :serious: