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You get the egg after a special quest. There are 3 answer options. I chose the one with the drunken leprechauns.
KindShaman
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KindShaman
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Does it just appear randomly? Or do you have to find the Easter egg somewhere in the game?
А, вот почему.
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Ment
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Free Republic of Champignons
       The Free Republic of Champignons is the largest and finest of all banana republics in all of Actea. People in the republic enjoy maximum freedom, both political and personal; however, only as long as they are permitted to do so by the wealthier and therefore more influential members of society. The Republic has traditionally been one of the leading economies in Actea (as of March 18, 2015, in-game time — surpassing all other countries in Actea), largely thanks to a strong gaming industry: people from across Actea and the rest of the world flock to the Republic's seedy districts to spend their money. Recently, various types of manufacturing—weapons, automobiles—have also made a significant contribution to the economy. Additionally, outsourcing from other countries with better social policies and higher wage levels has had a positive effect on information technology. Other traditions of the Champignons that cannot be overlooked are the nearly ubiquitous spread of drugs and the local residents' fierce reluctance to wear clothes. Political Structure The Free Republic of Champignons is a parliamentary republic, and is thus governed by a parliament. Individual politicians, even the prime minister, legally possess very little authority. However, that is theory; in practice, the indifference of most parliamentarians toward everything except lining their own pockets and enjoying life leads to the relative exaltation of certain statesmen—those who, for one reason or another, attempt to take more active measures. Such people are extremely few, and even among them complete eccentricity reigns; furthermore, they cannot (and usually do not want to) rid themselves of the influence of large corporations that constantly lobby their interests in parliament. There are a great number of parties in the republic, but in essence, little distinguishes them from one another; they all generally pursue similar policies and defend similar interests—indeed, if they were not so, they would be quickly weeded out due to the relative monolithicity of public sentiment. An exception is the same conservative party of Champignons — for nearly 30 years now, they have advocated for a policy of socialism, the reduction of political and especially civil liberties, restrictions on drug use, state funding for education, healthcare, and ecology, and the introduction of antitrust legislation. This party almost always has support in the Champignon parliament, but it is always many times less than what is required for them to dominate as a political force. Moreover, any initiative, even any word from the conservative party of Champignons, provokes stormy indignation among all other representatives of parliament. Some politicians of Champignons deserve to be mentioned separately. Martin Leroy Martin Leroy is the prime minister of the Free Republic of Champignons. In common parlance, he has been dubbed "blue face" due to his obvious resemblance to an avatar:  Martin is a drug addict and does not hide it. Uneducated, stupid, but... the politics of Champignons essentially rests on his initiatives. It is hard to understand how some of Champignon's legislative initiatives were born from the seemingly random actions performed by this man, including the well-known alliance with Kittypink: recently not only military, but economic as well. It was Martin who, in his time, refused aid to developed countries in exchange for resources; shortly thereafter, large deposits of uranium and some other resources were found in Champignons, which would have made such an agreement practically meaningless. So, however sad it may be that people like Martin appear in the politics of Champignons, one must admit that he is in his own way one of the best and contributes in his own manner to the flourishing of this state's economy. However, there is an opinion that Martin is a puppet in someone else's more skilled hands. Roger Singleton  Roger Singleton entered Champignon politics only recently and quite quickly achieved the post of Minister of Extra-Champignon Affairs. He is a rather complex and multifaceted personality. Being a representative of one of Actea's national minorities, he was in his childhood none other than a slave in Rex Ventorum. Then he somehow ended up with Champignon pirates. Whether it was the boarding of a Ventorum merchant ship or whether he was bought for a pittance, history has not preserved. Having existed for some time as a slave already on the Island of Freedom, Roger earned the nickname "green face" as a person who completely cannot stand seasickness. And yet, despite everything, Singleton increasingly began to show extraordinary fortitude and courage, which sat poorly with his bad relationship with the sea. Corsairs used slaves as cannon fodder, but Roger behaved as if he were a full member of the crew, always being first during boarding and defending his rights and the rights of others whenever there was even a minuscule chance that it would succeed. Eventually, he managed to organize a mutiny and even become the head of a pirate gang (one cannot say ship: in the modern world, motorboats decide everything). Then his influence only grew, despite even his dark skin and the loss of one eye. Ultimately — governorship on the Island of Freedom. Then — deputy minister of Extra-Champignon Affairs. And now — already a minister. Roger differs radically from all other Champignon politicians. He knows how to talk people around, promote his ideas, but in such a way as to make potential opponents believe that it will be beneficial for them themselves. Singleton hates corporations as such and wishes to change this society. But, firstly, he currently has no mechanisms for this. Secondly, he by no means shows his sentiments, for in the current political situation, this would instantly lead to resignation. Roger has a dual attitude toward the conservative party of Champignons: on one hand, he shares their attitude toward firms and some social programs, but on the other, he does not intend to turn the country into socialists and pacifists. Singleton is a proponent of power-based solutions to issues, but not crude ones, rather quite careful, subtle ones. Among other things, there is a rumor that Roger has begun organizing a special secret police using funds from the Ministry of Extra-Champignon Affairs (in this country, few people control where state money goes). But it is currently impossible to confirm this with anything. Current Direction of Development In a few words — "do whatever you want!" For money or pleasure (which are extremely interconnected), a Champignon will do anything. The state opens the gates to the wealthy, granting them as much freedom as possible. The state does not particularly control... It essentially controls nothing. Except perhaps three things, the only ones having support from the country:1) Defense. Champignons will allow no one to snatch away their goods, but they themselves would snatch others'. And at the first opportunity, they will undoubtedly do so. 2) Industry. This is partially tied to defense (mining industry, uranium mines, mechanical engineering). Partially — subsidizing private industry, for they will certainly pay back in kind. 3) Law and order. However... More likely, just law. The police do not complain much in this country and are allocated a small amount of funds, but the bureaucratic apparatus, of course, requires some funds for itself. Including for officials' salaries (yes, yes, salaries, of course). Accordingly, it is easy to conclude that not a penny is spent on healthcare, education, ecology, and other things. Those who have money can already pay for their health, education, and the opportunity to live in a relatively clean spot. If someone cannot pay, it is entirely their own problem that they are such a lazybones and lie in a ditch instead of doing something, stealing medicines, for example. Corporations Quite some time ago, Champignon politicians began to understand two things. The first truth — corporations pay taxes more and more stably than any street bum. The second — if you exempt them from taxes, lobby their interests, pass laws that are beneficial specifically to them, then one can earn even more from this than from direct theft from the treasury. It is no surprise that at the moment there is a complete absence of antitrust legislation in the country, and very weak labor legislation (specifically, the minimum wage is practically not controlled and child labor is widespread). The further it goes, the more power the oligarchs acquire. One corporation especially deserves mention.  ACME — A Company that Makes Everything. A rather old company, originating back in the times of Appleland. Now it is an absolute monopolist in Champignons, producing truly almost everything, starting from automobiles and ending with those same drugs (the corporation's most profitable item and barely fails to beat all others combined in terms of income). ACME saves on almost everything, so they produce very shoddy products, but they cost... Exactly as much as an average street bum can pay for them. And this means a complete capture of the market in many areas, high specific strength in others; as a result — giant volumes and super-profits. And considering that the company logo is encountered on the streets almost more often than windows in buildings... It should be assumed that this corporation's monopoly does not intend to be broken for now.  Gaston Martineau — director of ACME, for the last seventeen years. The corporation owes its flourish to this man and the fact that decisions of the modern Champignon parliament depend largely on it. And this dependence only grows with time... And yes, in common parlance, Gaston Martineau is simply called "fat face". Economy The republic's economy breaks all records, not least because it is allowed to develop in practically any direction, ignoring everything. GDP of the republic is 22.8 trillion marmalades per year. Of these: 92.9% falls on private entrepreneurship. 7.1% on state companies. The black market is practically absent, as are the goods they could offer, for in Champignons almost everything is permitted... Converted to dollars 1 marmalade = $1.96, which is a very high rate, one of the highest in Actea (as of March 18, 2015, in-game time — the highest among countries on this continent). Mortality Mortality in the Free Republic of Champignons is extremely high. Average life expectancy in the country for men is about 38 years, for women — 42. People are often intentionally killed, executed, or sacrificed by religious fanatics. | Symbols of Champignons  Flag of Champignons — is an artistic depiction of mushrooms, after which this republic is named. It is merely a coincidence that these mushrooms are depicted as looking like a lily. The stripe in the upper left corner signifies the death of champignons for the world, but instead a new life for mushrooms and the astral. This is also what the purple color of the stripe means. Such is the prevailing interpretation of the flag. In reality, this is not so; the artist simply drew the first thing that came to his mind. Motto: "I must do whatever I want" Principle of Champignons — "I will definitely do everything that I want". No boundaries can hold these people. They resolutely wish to get everything from life that they can grab, and it does not matter by what means. For poorer people, this usually means the need to constantly steal—sometimes Snickers from supermarkets, sometimes cars, sometimes police helmets (for even those can be sold). But most of these funds will not go toward feeding a family — rather they'll be fed into slot machines or spent on another dose. However, people will manage to satisfy their own needs for gambling and narcotic intoxication, which brings them slightly closer to happiness... Probably. Undoubtedly, it is much easier to live in this country for those who can make money from such behavior of their fellow citizens. Selling drugs, building casinos, advertising empty products while assuring people that they will supposedly change their lives... It's much easier for corporations, yes, at least until another, larger corporation wants to profit at the expense of yours. Anthem of Champignons fully reflects their view on life — be happy and that is enough. |
The post will be supplemented. Additionally, I will add another post with information on the territory and all such things.
Ment
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Kvasardastan V.2.0 – improved and updated.
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Siverfale
Oi, nu vse Ment
Where do we go?
Where do we end up when we save the world?
Where do we end up when we save the world?
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I also have my capital underground; it's simply the most militaristic option. Now I don't know what to do with the tower. In principle, it could be a small fort on the surface for public events and the like, while the main part of everything remains below.
А, вот почему.
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To all underground capitals, alliances, and cannons on the moon.
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Arandor
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a discussion about terrorists arose. some said they should be tortured, or asked for information, and if they refuse, they should be killed, or not tortured at all.
Well, I don't really like torture, so it's better to just kill them; they're terrorists, and they can't be reformed.
Be strong. Believe
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Income inequality has increased, while the economy has declined...
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And I can't even remember what issue it was yesterday...
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Oh, there are notices that it was me. It was about the cannibals, I recommend it to everyone.
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And I can't even remember what issue it was yesterday...
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Oh, there are notices that it was me. It was about the cannibals, I recommend it to everyone.
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Arandor
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civilized people don't eat each other.
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Heroist
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Who here considers themselves to be a cultured person?))
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Arandor
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I have
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Heroist
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Civilized people do not kill freedom fighters or suppress opposition in their own country.
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Arandor
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they weren't from my country.
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