I feel inclined to agree. The problem I can see, though, would be that some new players might be put off by what could be perceived as condescending paternalism.catparty wrote:It would also be a good idea to designate some countries as being more newbie friendly (where such tactics would not be permitted), so as to have a place to direct new players to. That way, the game would be more able to hold onto new players, rather than scaring them off unnecessarily.
J94CK wrote:I understand what Aquinas is saying, and others, but the fact is that it isn't illegal and that's that.
Particracy is a political simulation game where the player takes on the role of a political party in a fictional nation. Players propose and vote on legislation, form cabinets, determine economic policy and join international treaties as they compete for votes with other political parties in their nation. The opinions of voters in each nation is measured on a wide variety of opinions, meaning every region and every nation is unique, and constantly changing. Will your nation be a free market paradise or a socialist utopia? Only the voters will decide.
IdioC wrote:Incidentally, good to see there's a lot more respect in here than the dark early days and keep it up!
Zanz wrote:OOC: Hey, welcome to Wantuni!
My name is Zanz, I am the leading party currently in power in Wantuni. Are you new to the game or just to this nation?
I wanted to fill you in a bit on what's going on in Wantuni, either way. My party, Wantuni Strength, took control of Wantuni some time ago representing the Wantuni (RL equivalent: Arabs) minority. When we did so we harshly oppressed the Kalopian (RL equivalent: Greeks) majority, committing what is more and more frequently being called a "genocide" by the international community.
In order to maintain this power, my party has demanded total control of the senate. To ensure this they have called for early elections every time a new party threatens to gain visibility and challenge their control in government. This is a move that I have done for IC (In Character) roleplay reasons, but OOC (Out of Character) it is a tactic that is seen as underhanded and manipulative by some. This is why I write you today.
My party is a dictatorship. It will stop at no end to maintain power. This is represented IC through these early elections as essentially "rigged elections." OOC this tactic is strong and may keep you out of government for some time, which can be frustrating and disappointing, but it is not invincible. As my party continuously calls early elections its visibility will drop and some day you may catch up to me.
OR if you're willing to RP with me (which is what I really want) we can come to some sort of arrangement to end my use of this tactic and use the underlying fragile nature of my system against itself. All dictatorships fall, after all, and I am totally ready to let mine fall too, but I want it to go down in a blaze of roleplay!
So if you have any questions, please contact me and let me know. Basically, just don't take anything I do personally if it frustrates you, as I really do hope that we can become friends through this. If roleplaying in this kind of situation does not sound intriguing to you, I also must stress that this situation is not the norm in Particracy and if you should decide to leave Wantuni I hope you will certainly consider a move to a nation where elections are not "rigged" and you can play in whatever manner you would like!
Regards,
Zanz
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