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Dodgy Order of Diabolical Geeks of Ethika
Statutory Warning: All stunts performed by professional geek, Mav. Attempts at Crispness have failed. Do Not Try This In Your Forum or In Game. Smart-alecks beware; my words bite.
eRepublik, for me, has been preeettty heated up recently. Tonight I take a step back and see where I stand and what are the pillars of my gaming experience, my principles, if I may say so.
Why DODGE? Frankly, call me opaque, and undemocratic, but I have no explanation right now. It seems pretty dodgy, diabolical, geeky, with a touch of ethics (Ethika is the capital of Planet Naïve by the way, of which I shall write later) & I shall be dodgy about any queries regarding the same. All suggestions are welcome!
So I, maverick10, hereby proclaim myself as Founding Member & First Knight of:
Dodgy Order of Diabolical Geeks of Ethika – DODGE [v1]
It is the standard on which I base/judge my own & others decisions & actions on. You, my subscriber or friend, or neither, feel free to voice thy opinion & let thee voice be echoed through the pages of my articles.
Hail The Dodgy Diabolical Geeks! Hail Ethika!
A.1.1: Law of TINR – [This Is Not Real]
eRepublik is a game. We, all Citizens of eRepublik, have RL commitments. So lets chill, be good, play safe, and have fun. Don’t take it so seriously, that you confuse RL & eRepublik. Leave Real Life At The Door [before you log on], and don’t take eRepublik home [don’t bore your friends with talk of MPP, gold & Q1 weapons!!!]
A.2: Law of FISB – [Fun Is Serious Business]
Yes, it’s a game, but this isn’t Counter-strike or Civilization. What you do or say HAS an impact on your eWorld, and it’s either positive or negative, in varying degrees. All players, by participating or not in the country’s running, have an impact on it.
At the same time, don’t do anything half-heartedly, even if it is all fun. Be creative, and add value to it. So as Yoda of the Jedi Council would say, if he were a Citizen of eRepublik: Fun & games, it is, but a joke, it is not.
A.3: Law of RESPECT – not an acronym [naa]
The eWorld is built mostly on the bee-hive model. Each person has significant role. All actions count towards the building or destruction of a nation, hence Each Citizen Is Precious. The only way we can advance, is to respect the individuality of each person and not try to mould it according to our own belief systems. At the same time we base our decisions & actions on the basis of what we hold more sacred than other.
A.4: Law of FOS – [Freedom of Speech]
I disagree with what you say, but will defend to the death your right to say it ~ Voltaire.
Voltaire (R.I.P.), fortunately for him, did not play eRepublik. He must already be turning in his grave for the context in which I use his golden sayings. But, the fact remains, you, the Citizen do have a voice, a keyboard/pad, so use it and speak. I may not agree, but yes, I will not scathe someone for saying [if it does not hurt people’s sensitivities, goes against any of my other stated principles or goes against RL, eRepublik laws itself]. Words can be used for all intents and purposes. Use them for what is good and right, not to defame, or throw mud. Shit is meant to come out of only one place. Let it be so.
A.5: Law of WTT – [Walk the Talk]
Democracy is good. I say this because other systems are worse. ~ Jawaharlal Nehru
Democracy is only a dream: it should be put in the same category as Arcadia, Santa Claus, and Heaven. ~ H. L. Mencken
In a democracy, the individual enjoys not only the ultimate power, but carries the ultimate responsibility. ~ Norman Cousins
Democracy is a double edged sword, and the contradictions are apparent in these lines. On one hand it is the right, the privilege of each person to have a voice and an opinion by law, yet at the same time, opens the way for misuse of that very right and privilege. The problem is inherently one of ACTION. Am much as Democracy is a *right*, it’s a *responsibility*, or maybe that is too difficult a concept for us.
I hereby pledge to only take action, and put a tax on my words.
A.5: Law of BEE – Be Ethical eRepublikans
Ethics is always a subjective issue. What to me is ethical is not necessarily the same for you. However, any action that does not directly add value to or aid in the welfare of Citizens, while maintaining their dignity ideally ought to be deemed unethical. Any action where we put the interest of ones own self as most sacred, at the cost of others wealth, dignity & sovereignty, is unethical.
Any action that does not lead to me gaining gold is deemed unethical. Did I just contradict myself, or maybe I am just proving what I meant by dodgy. Don’t Take Me Too Seriously. It was a Joke. This is a Serious Joke.
A.6: Law of CHEERS – not an acronym again [naaa]
This is where the Dodginess (no, it’s not a word) kicks in. This might seem like a contradiction of A.2 FISB, but as Joker, from the Dark Knight (R.I.P. Heath Ledger) says: Why so serious? [You have got to love the accent & how he says it!!] Whatever you do, HAVE FUN! Man, some people take it way too serious, with ideologies selling for peanuts, and peanuts selling for 1000 gold!
AND while this is all in fun and good spirits, the intent is clear. Wake up Citizens and smell the coffee, beer or whatever gets you going! Have fun, but play it right. Lets not make eRepublik just a reflection of our messed up RL societies.
Note: maverick10 is an android with human tendencies, and like wise prone to human errors. Mav shall try his utmost to live up to his credos & will judge others on the same ground. In essence, as Forest's mom said, *stupid is as stupid does*. Now replace *stupid* with any other word in your dictionary. I say:
TALK RESPECT, WALK RESPECT, EARN RESPECT!
I sign allegiance to the Dodgy Order of Diabolical Geeks of Ethika.
I pledge to remain active, and at the aid of any and all Citizens who ask, and who’s cause I deem worthy of my blade of words, & all other efforts.
I pledge to protect the integrity of my nation, eIndia, before any other.
I pledge to be at the side of my friends (not necessarily including or limited to my eRepublik Friends list), in any way or form, and build on this in every way possible.
I pledge to introspect at every point of time, as to the validity of my own thoughts, words and actions.
I pledge to pass around free beer, to any and all who shall ask.
*SIGNED*
~ maverick10,
First Knight, DODGE*
In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act ~ George Orwell
maverick10
Editor, eI&TW
Thanks to all my readers. I respect all opinion. Please leave a comment below, or PM me here, so I may know you better, and improve my publication. The best comment/review (unfortunately by my biased standards) gets published in the next publication!
The DODGE Order
Do read my other articles if you so wish. If you appreciate my articles and the chain of thought, do vote, subscribe & put up a shout for your friends!
The Philosophy of eIndia ~ Respect: A Tribute to eRepublik
eRepublik Admin on Twitter: "the article is close to a definition of what eRepublik should represent to the bigger part of the player-base. Respect!"
Make Each Day Count
Jackbid: "... so many players lose interest and leave eRepublik early... Coz they have not understood why they are doing what we do everyday in this game. Coz they did not understand that working together with the community for a common goal is the main objective of this game."
Prez Debate: Shail.back vs Dragons007
Dragons007: "I sincerely thank maverick for bringing out my agenda to public. Even though he supports Shail, he has been totally unbiased in this interview."
Spiderman
"With great power comes great responsibility."
eFreedom - Are You A Free Citizen?
Manju: A conquered nation, an emprisoned person, they will still find freedom on their's own mind, thought.
Rules of the Game A Manual for all Citizens of the eWorld, running for Congress.
Dedication & Brilliance:
- To all my fellow Citizens of eIndia & my friends in the eWorld, especially those who guide me at every step!
- India United ~ Mile Sur Mera Tumhara
- Kit Fisto ~ Leader Of Poetry Revolution with whom I share a similar mission.
- Arjay Phoenician ~ Grain of Sand
- Ariel David Buena, ePhilippines President ~ The eRepublik Outsider
- dSoKre, for his valuable guidance, and his renowned paper ~ eWorld Trade Centar
- ArjaaAine, ~ The Times of eIndia, India's leading publication.
- Mr.Dee’s The Kerala Express
- Ashwamedh’s Diary Of Dick The Thinker
- Grainne Ni Mhaille, eIreland’s Ironlady. Knight Mav at your service.
Visual Poetry
My Blog: Revolution[10]
All Citizens of eIndia:
> Do join the eRepublik India forums!!!
> Subscribe to the Indian Armed forces newspaper for daily updates & instructions on the Training Wars!!!
> All Active Citizens can seek guidance on any matter or request for help from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, India.
> Do Read Internal Affairs' article: Be Active Build India
eRepublik, for me, has been preeettty heated up recently. Tonight I take a step back and see where I stand and what are the pillars of my gaming experience, my principles, if I may say so.
Why DODGE? Frankly, call me opaque, and undemocratic, but I have no explanation right now. It seems pretty dodgy, diabolical, geeky, with a touch of ethics (Ethika is the capital of Planet Naïve by the way, of which I shall write later) & I shall be dodgy about any queries regarding the same. All suggestions are welcome!
So I, maverick10, hereby proclaim myself as Founding Member & First Knight of:
Dodgy Order of Diabolical Geeks of Ethika – DODGE [v1]
It is the standard on which I base/judge my own & others decisions & actions on. You, my subscriber or friend, or neither, feel free to voice thy opinion & let thee voice be echoed through the pages of my articles.
Hail The Dodgy Diabolical Geeks! Hail Ethika!
A.1.1: Law of TINR – [This Is Not Real]
eRepublik is a game. We, all Citizens of eRepublik, have RL commitments. So lets chill, be good, play safe, and have fun. Don’t take it so seriously, that you confuse RL & eRepublik. Leave Real Life At The Door [before you log on], and don’t take eRepublik home [don’t bore your friends with talk of MPP, gold & Q1 weapons!!!]
A.2: Law of FISB – [Fun Is Serious Business]
Yes, it’s a game, but this isn’t Counter-strike or Civilization. What you do or say HAS an impact on your eWorld, and it’s either positive or negative, in varying degrees. All players, by participating or not in the country’s running, have an impact on it.
At the same time, don’t do anything half-heartedly, even if it is all fun. Be creative, and add value to it. So as Yoda of the Jedi Council would say, if he were a Citizen of eRepublik: Fun & games, it is, but a joke, it is not.
A.3: Law of RESPECT – not an acronym [naa]
The eWorld is built mostly on the bee-hive model. Each person has significant role. All actions count towards the building or destruction of a nation, hence Each Citizen Is Precious. The only way we can advance, is to respect the individuality of each person and not try to mould it according to our own belief systems. At the same time we base our decisions & actions on the basis of what we hold more sacred than other.
A.4: Law of FOS – [Freedom of Speech]
I disagree with what you say, but will defend to the death your right to say it ~ Voltaire.
Voltaire (R.I.P.), fortunately for him, did not play eRepublik. He must already be turning in his grave for the context in which I use his golden sayings. But, the fact remains, you, the Citizen do have a voice, a keyboard/pad, so use it and speak. I may not agree, but yes, I will not scathe someone for saying [if it does not hurt people’s sensitivities, goes against any of my other stated principles or goes against RL, eRepublik laws itself]. Words can be used for all intents and purposes. Use them for what is good and right, not to defame, or throw mud. Shit is meant to come out of only one place. Let it be so.
A.5: Law of WTT – [Walk the Talk]
Democracy is good. I say this because other systems are worse. ~ Jawaharlal Nehru
Democracy is only a dream: it should be put in the same category as Arcadia, Santa Claus, and Heaven. ~ H. L. Mencken
In a democracy, the individual enjoys not only the ultimate power, but carries the ultimate responsibility. ~ Norman Cousins
Democracy is a double edged sword, and the contradictions are apparent in these lines. On one hand it is the right, the privilege of each person to have a voice and an opinion by law, yet at the same time, opens the way for misuse of that very right and privilege. The problem is inherently one of ACTION. Am much as Democracy is a *right*, it’s a *responsibility*, or maybe that is too difficult a concept for us.
I hereby pledge to only take action, and put a tax on my words.
A.5: Law of BEE – Be Ethical eRepublikans
Ethics is always a subjective issue. What to me is ethical is not necessarily the same for you. However, any action that does not directly add value to or aid in the welfare of Citizens, while maintaining their dignity ideally ought to be deemed unethical. Any action where we put the interest of ones own self as most sacred, at the cost of others wealth, dignity & sovereignty, is unethical.
Any action that does not lead to me gaining gold is deemed unethical. Did I just contradict myself, or maybe I am just proving what I meant by dodgy. Don’t Take Me Too Seriously. It was a Joke. This is a Serious Joke.
A.6: Law of CHEERS – not an acronym again [naaa]
This is where the Dodginess (no, it’s not a word) kicks in. This might seem like a contradiction of A.2 FISB, but as Joker, from the Dark Knight (R.I.P. Heath Ledger) says: Why so serious? [You have got to love the accent & how he says it!!] Whatever you do, HAVE FUN! Man, some people take it way too serious, with ideologies selling for peanuts, and peanuts selling for 1000 gold!
AND while this is all in fun and good spirits, the intent is clear. Wake up Citizens and smell the coffee, beer or whatever gets you going! Have fun, but play it right. Lets not make eRepublik just a reflection of our messed up RL societies.
Note: maverick10 is an android with human tendencies, and like wise prone to human errors. Mav shall try his utmost to live up to his credos & will judge others on the same ground. In essence, as Forest's mom said, *stupid is as stupid does*. Now replace *stupid* with any other word in your dictionary. I say:
TALK RESPECT, WALK RESPECT, EARN RESPECT!
I sign allegiance to the Dodgy Order of Diabolical Geeks of Ethika.
I pledge to remain active, and at the aid of any and all Citizens who ask, and who’s cause I deem worthy of my blade of words, & all other efforts.
I pledge to protect the integrity of my nation, eIndia, before any other.
I pledge to be at the side of my friends (not necessarily including or limited to my eRepublik Friends list), in any way or form, and build on this in every way possible.
I pledge to introspect at every point of time, as to the validity of my own thoughts, words and actions.
I pledge to pass around free beer, to any and all who shall ask.
*SIGNED*
~ maverick10,
First Knight, DODGE*
In a time of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act ~ George Orwell
maverick10
Editor, eI&TW
Thanks to all my readers. I respect all opinion. Please leave a comment below, or PM me here, so I may know you better, and improve my publication. The best comment/review (unfortunately by my biased standards) gets published in the next publication!
The DODGE Order
Do read my other articles if you so wish. If you appreciate my articles and the chain of thought, do vote, subscribe & put up a shout for your friends!
The Philosophy of eIndia ~ Respect: A Tribute to eRepublik
eRepublik Admin on Twitter: "the article is close to a definition of what eRepublik should represent to the bigger part of the player-base. Respect!"
Make Each Day Count
Jackbid: "... so many players lose interest and leave eRepublik early... Coz they have not understood why they are doing what we do everyday in this game. Coz they did not understand that working together with the community for a common goal is the main objective of this game."
Prez Debate: Shail.back vs Dragons007
Dragons007: "I sincerely thank maverick for bringing out my agenda to public. Even though he supports Shail, he has been totally unbiased in this interview."
Spiderman
"With great power comes great responsibility."
eFreedom - Are You A Free Citizen?
Manju: A conquered nation, an emprisoned person, they will still find freedom on their's own mind, thought.
Rules of the Game A Manual for all Citizens of the eWorld, running for Congress.
Dedication & Brilliance:
- To all my fellow Citizens of eIndia & my friends in the eWorld, especially those who guide me at every step!
- India United ~ Mile Sur Mera Tumhara
- Kit Fisto ~ Leader Of Poetry Revolution with whom I share a similar mission.
- Arjay Phoenician ~ Grain of Sand
- Ariel David Buena, ePhilippines President ~ The eRepublik Outsider
- dSoKre, for his valuable guidance, and his renowned paper ~ eWorld Trade Centar
- ArjaaAine, ~ The Times of eIndia, India's leading publication.
- Mr.Dee’s The Kerala Express
- Ashwamedh’s Diary Of Dick The Thinker
- Grainne Ni Mhaille, eIreland’s Ironlady. Knight Mav at your service.
Visual Poetry
My Blog: Revolution[10]
All Citizens of eIndia:
> Do join the eRepublik India forums!!!
> Subscribe to the Indian Armed forces newspaper for daily updates & instructions on the Training Wars!!!
> All Active Citizens can seek guidance on any matter or request for help from the Ministry of Internal Affairs, India.
> Do Read Internal Affairs' article: Be Active Build India
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an impressive, all be it, long as hell newspaper. I read it all and my employer would be pissed if he knew I wasted this much time on erepublik.
Voted
Wow! You really typed all that stuff...
not an easy one to comment upon..as words are always at a premium when emotions run high..
oblige me, by allowing me the honor of being the Second Knight of: Dodgy Order of Diabolical Geeks of Ethika – DODGE [v1]
hey Mav, I've been away most of the day, busy with my diabolical deeds but I agree completely with what you say. The game by itself is not much; nothing really huge to do, simple management of your resources at a very very rudimentary level but the opportunities it gives to express yourself are what define it. A great example of a simple concept that works well...so well that people lose sight of it being a game and start believing the gold is real
Good article but I wonder who knighted you...where is the Queen/King of our order? tell me her/his name and I shall be the next in line to be officially branded a diabloical geek lol
I hath the sole authority, till I may find my calling, the king/queen to whom shall I swear my undying devotion and allegiance.
Till then my brothers, thou art, the Knighthood of DODGE.
I christen thee,
Knight Dee, Defender of DODGE
Knight Ashwamedh, Lucifer of DODGE.
Sir Mav, my friend...any room in the 'hood for a Dodgy Dame?
NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! I wanted to be Second Knight! Haha.
Anyway, it's okay. Can I be Fifth Knight?
I pledge allegiance to the Dodgy Order of Diabolical Geeks of Ethika.
Seriously, though. Awesome article. ^^
Aah yes, my lady. For thou art my brother's keeper, and a Dodgy Dame you are.
Hail Dame Rainy of Dodgy Sunday.
For Ariel, I christen thee, Knight Ariel, the Lion of DODGE!
There shalt be no order, no fist second or third, for all Knights & Dames shall be deemed equal! The doors to the Knighthood are declared open.
[names are subject to change. please read offer document carefully.]
Great article
Maverick my brother, awesome article!
And thank you for dedication
Awesome. Well put. Voted.
everytime there is a heated debate we should through this article in the middle of the fight to remind them to think and write.. well done..
Easily the best Article I have read in sometime.
I live by these rules, even though I may not be of the Order.
The Order is not an elite, my friend! It is the heart that matter. Whoever lives by these credos, are essentially the Knights of DODGE, protectors of eRepublik.
N yeah Calvin, that would work. In fact I plan so. Everytime a debate starts to get heated up, the Knights shall come to the rescue!
*salute* Kit!
Thanks to all.
I think different people play the game for different reason. The very reason the game is such a popular one is because it gives romm for that.
I, for one put the pride of the nation ahead of everything else and have put my own reputation of being a "respected citizen" into question.
"open mind for a different view...."
Great article, nevertheless!
A reference point! Voted and subed!
Jaihind!
your 130th subscriber
Yes! Yes! The Lion of DODGE is here! Hahaha. Thanks, mav
Jack, my 'respect' for you is in no way diminished, my friend. I can understand you have nothing but the best intentions in mind. One of the key reasons why I did not comment on your article. I think I know what triggered your 'outburst', if I may say so & appreciate the intent. But good intentions alone count for nothing. Its the path we choose. I understand you must be busy with RL, but we have many channels of communication. We need not be rebels always to bring about change. I am personally working on the very issues, but am working away from the public eye, I am working in a way that actually will make a difference, rather than just say 'this is right, this is wrong'. Anyway let's talk over MSN shall we? Thanks mate.
@SM ~ Thanks buddy!!
Hail Knight Ariel, Lion of DODGE!!
Well, what's the purpose of a Knight order if they do not serve a ... King and a Kingdom.
So, based on my previous experience I accept to be the King ).
Of course, the King could have a complete diferent vision about Prakriti. - Because everything is jus perceptions (mediated by budhi) .
So, as Ludovic the XIV say's : The state is me.
"open mind for a different view...."
... and nothing else matters... is true BUT
what Mav says is also part of the same...
'Never care for games they play'
Undivided, unfettered, constantly bickering - that's us Indians lol
LOL@ not an acronym[naa]. hehaehahehahehaehaehhaehaehaehhaeae. i can't stop laughing! hehaehahehaehaehae.....naa...hhHEHAHEHAE HAEHAHEAHEHAEAEHAEHa ehaehaehaheahehaehaeha.....sigh.....naa. ....heh...
Mav, I will meet you in MSN. Thanks.
Metallica rules.
Aah Manju, the King is yet to be called into the scene. Maybe you can be a fellow knight for now, and earn your Kingdom! you see we are humble knights, yet to find our calling. a king is one who we need to know better than our own selves! we will be glad to have you onboard!
GOOD MY FIRST MEDIA MOGUL...
Greatt Article . VOTED
Maverick10, it's both an honour and a pleasure to e-know you, and grow together in the game, as we plumb the depths of it's complexities and struggle with the rough tools we are given to create the great shape.
The journey is more precious with you, my friend.
G x
Nice article. And Maverick forgive people like me who talk more than they work...maybe someday it'll be the other way around
It would be a great honour to join this Dodgy Order of Diabolical Geeks of Ethika.
Please welcome me!
NOT VOTED !
because of the gold wasted on advertising this article.
Instead, I will be keeping an eye on your "Diabolical" plans.
hats off man
a long one essay typ i must say
heart is the most beautiful thing and it make things even more beautiful
jai hind
GREAT articel, I would say my favorite so far!
Oh, and I'd be happy to be any lord, knight or animal in this new order.
Triple comment:
Also, this was created on my RL birthday hahaha
Will be easy to remember this amazing aniversary of adventure [[AAA],
How do i join the knight order ?!?
@rahul...
@grainne... its a great honour and pleasure for me as well!
@vigi... i did not take any names my friend.. we can only judge ourselves, and others by our own standards. am simply expressin the standards by which I live/play whatever...
Hail Brood, Knight Sardar of DODGE!
@Wing0 ~ thanks for the concern for my gold my friend!I have my reasons however. If e are not having fun with our gold, what's the point of building mountains of it...
@Jelly.. Happy B'day bro!!!
Hail Jelly, Lord Amazinado of DODGE!
@Naga... thanks for the request, dude. Application under processing.
@Swathi & SC~ Thanks for the comments, mates!
way to go bro! u actually wrote all this!! yeah yeah live out your fantasies in eRepublik!
hey are ladies allowed in your Order!! any concessions for family??
you still have to tell me how to fight btw..
XOXO
sis
You wrote this article one month ago. People are still reading it, voting it, commenting on it. You are truly a publisher with a vision towards a better eIndia and a much healthier, sane world. I applaud you!
Heheh I still live!