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I remain neutral in the Mushroom Question. I support human rights and a global police force.

While you're voting, I'm busy executing poets and forcibly vaccinating everyone. Just letting off some steam before the voting results are announced, you know?

So, it means all the poets will rush to move to me and to Arandor.

They won't move in with me; I have a wall. Although, in one issue, I might have taken in some refugees, or maybe not.

They won't make it in time.

Meanwhile, in terms of corruption, only Agara, Saenskreisia, Shailion, and Tarpawlin are doing better than Rex Ventorum.

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He hasn't even seen my Great Leader yet...

Ha-ha, I just got this, here's what they're suggesting.

"It's time to face the facts, Leader," announces square-jawed Sue-Ann 무궁화, as she kicks your door down. "Men have had their chance, and look at the mess they've made. Put the women in charge, and then we'll surely see an end to harassment."

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"I can't get through a day without a male co-worker slapping me on the behind or wolf whistling as I walk to the coffee machine," protests generously-endowed receptionist Stephanie du Pont. "This has to stop. Men who display this sort of behaviour should be fired immediately."

Again, this extreme radicalism. But the other options are even worse, so I'll stick with this one.

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—It's amusing, by the way, that most of our current issues related to environmental pollution are, one way or another, connected to inadequate lunatics who organize illegal protests or seize or blow up something. As a result, there is absolutely no desire to accommodate such individuals. Why can't they simply ask for increased government spending on environmental protection, draw public attention to this problem in a more peaceful way, attract private investment... No, until this group learns to achieve its goals through democratic and legal means, it will have to wallow in its own waste.

So, all the poets will rush to move to me and Arandor.

Besides the two mentioned countries, the option where the result was "people reciting Shakespeare" was chosen by me, Alex, Sesam, and Plesen.
*holds nose high*

An interesting issue has arisen...
In order to save the souls of Shaylion's children from eternal damnation, it has been suggested that a daily prayer be made mandatory in schools nationwide.
The Debate

“Kids are such punks these days,” grumbles Father Lee Trax, a local minister. “By making sure kids pray to their god at least once a day, we instill the religious values that are integral to Shaylion. It'll make them better, humbler people.”

“Hey now, if there's going to be compulsory school prayer, then there ought to be an opt-out system,” says Mark Pushkin, a concerned parent. “I don't want my boy to be a part of this collective worship nonsense.”

“I agree that we shouldn't force them to pray,” says George W. Smith, a teacher. “Such difficult concepts shouldn't be thrust upon such impressionable minds. But instead of a praying session, these children should be taught about religion in an educative way. School's supposed to be about learning, not brainwashing.”

This is the position your government is preparing to adopt.

“That's a lily-livered compromise,” says Bianca Licorish, chairperson of the Atheist Activist Association. “Religion should have no place in our schools. We should pass laws enforcing secularity on all educational establishments.”

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Besides the two countries mentioned, Alex, Sesame, and Plesen also chose the option where the result was "people reciting Shakespeare."
*holds nose high*

They will come to me because the weather is good. Sunbathing on the beach and writing poetry, what could be better?

Nah, they won't make it. I'll stop them at the border and shoot them.
But seriously, I didn't want to dismiss them, and the other options supported these useless layabouts or all sorts of damned capitalists. You can say that I only shoot those who write bad poetry.

I've made a few minor adjustments to the quest.

Name: Jonathan Schrier
Nationality: Qasardanian
Citizenship: Qasarda
Age: 28
Height: 182
Weight: 81
Eye Color: amber
Hair Color: brunette
Family: none
Biography:
The Black Age, or the Qasardanian Crisis, was a period of time during which the entire ruling elite of the state vanished in the most unexpected way, and the country was plunged into chaos and anarchy. Many residents, like rats, hurried to leave the sinking ship and fled abroad. The wealthy citizens of the state did the same.
Jonathan Schrier was part of the security service of one such wealthy man, who almost managed to put his escape plan into action. As pieces of his helicopter, which exploded in a bright flash of flame after a direct hit from a missile launcher, gradually scattered over the rooftops, continuing to burn until it crashed to the ground, Jonathan realized that he would now have to look for a new job.
It should be said that in old Qasarda, a simple person could not find a better profession than guarding a high-ranking official or something like that. At least there is food, drink, and a roof over your head.
Jonathan was not going to succumb to the prevailing moods in the state. This would not lead to anything good. Therefore, he set out in search of a new employer. These very searches soon led him to Galeindorf, to the main building of the "Mitasacker" corporation. And, strangely enough, he was greeted there with a rather warm welcome.
Jonathan immediately realized that since the Stammers, unlike their competitors, were in no hurry to leave Qasarda, there must be a serious reason for this, and this is definitely good for him too.
After the end of the unrest, Jonathan was soon made to understand that among the corporation's security personnel, some kind of "ticket" was being played, as it were, a promotion. And he decided to prove that he was worthy of such an honor. Pride filled Schrier as he hurried up the stairs, heading to the boss's office.
"You are an excellent soldier, Jonathan. Your loyalty, experience, combat skills, training, and discipline have proven to be very high. Therefore, we would like to offer you to join the ranks of a new peacekeeping special unit. No, not exactly a local one, but rather an international one. But don't worry, it is almost entirely sponsored by our allies from Ventorum, and of course, with our support. We think you are the best candidate of all. How do you like such an offer?"

Strength — 5
Dexterity — 5
Intelligence — 5
Perception — 7
Charisma — 3

(1 remaining)
— Military Training (5 Skill Points).
The character is trained in the use of firearms and melee weapons, and knows how to use military equipment (grenades, etc.).
— Weapon Specialization (3 Skill Points).
When using a selected type of weapon, the character shoots and reloads faster, and misses less often (shotguns, pistols, assault rifles, melee weapons).
The character gains the ability to use sniper rifles / heavy weapons (specialization).
— Demolitions Expert (5 Skill Points).
The character gains the ability to set up and deactivate explosive devices.

It's interesting to see if everyone will choose their own nationality or if some will choose a different one.

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Player characters are part of Pax Alpha

That's an interesting statement, Revan. Did you do that on purpose or was it a coincidence?

I don't think the word "patriotism" is appropriate here. You don't choose a country; you're born where you're born. Therefore, it may or may not appeal to someone. But here, it's your own creation, a country that you initially chose and built with your own hands. How could it not appeal to you? p.s. Heroist, what kind of specialist are you?

Well, I really like Rosycote, but I wouldn't want to live there. Unless I was Amélia herself.