Mordor

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Fines are forced to be paid in Mordor

Mordor Forced to Pay $37,000,000 in Settlement for “Emotional Abuse”
The region of Mordor was ordered to pay $37,000,000 to “Hector” following the culmination of the lawsuit Hector v. Hobbits. The case, which was delayed due to wrangling over the proper jurisdiction for the case to take place in, was marked by Hector breaking down in court, claiming that the “emotional abuse” that he suffered at the hands of the denizens of Mordor left him “scarred” and “having nightmares of Hobbits eating frosted cinnamon buns.” Hector, who “just wanted to be a diplomat” even though he had been banned from the game, portrayed the Mordor leadership as “heartless and mean.” Sauron tried to argue that Hector was victimizing himself, but the judge, Daniel Nelson of the Sixth Judicial District Court of Idaho, condemned the members of Mordor for their treatment of “poor Hector.” The settlement included $36,999,997 in punitive damages and $3 for a new cinnamon bun. NationStates pundits believe that the settlement will really hurt Mordor’s ability to buy telegram stamps in the future, but that they should still “have enough money for a few thousand.”

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Charax, Vladisvok and PhDre queue up to hand in their Nazgul ID Cards

Nazgul drop like flies
It’s been an unprecedented time in Mordor’s history this Nazgul term, with more than half of the regions Councillors failing to complete their tenure. The first to fall was Charax, who stepped aside due to RL circumstances meaning he would be unable to fulfil his duties. This was troubling for Intelligent Holograms, the White Wizard Saruman, who had caused controversy early into his term by attempting to wrest control of the Ulaires (Ministers) from the control of the Witch-King, against tradition. However Charax was swiftly replaced with West Dhaka, seen as a solid choice by many.

As it turned out, Charax’s resignation would not reflect too badly on IH after all. One of the Dark Lord’s choices, PhDre, was anathematised following extended inactivity. This was swiftly followed by the resignation of Vladisvok, who departed saying that he had irresolvable problems with the way the region was run. Speculation occurred as to whether this was in any way related to the Treaty of Sandbox: an alliance between Spiritus and Mordor that caused turbulence between he and Charax, as well as much of the region’s IRC community. This has not been confirmed or denied, however.

PhDre was replaced by Majestas, a hot favourite for the post. She was elected Wormtongue Delegate two months prior, and had been hinting (and occasionally outright stating) that she desired a place on the council since she joined the region. Some were mystified at how she had managed to go without being elected or appointed before; none questioned the Dark Lord’s judgement.

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Aule uses his sinister powers to gain a place on the team

The return of Aule
Perhaps the most shocking event of the entire month however, was the sudden return of Aule. Aule is the root administrator of Mordor and it’s first White Wizard, but has not been seen in months. Then, unannounced and without warning, he began to post and participate as though he’d never been away. Sauron immediately provided Aule with a Nazgul role, which didn’t come as much of a shock to anybody. It could be argued that Aule has shown himself to be reckless in power before, if you read our first dispatch you’ll know he appointed himself to the Nazgul, sparking mass protest from the Denizens. How he fits in to his new role remains to be seen.


Majestas looks concerned as the state of Mordor’s WA affairs becomes clear.

The WA Bill Review Committee
In a bid to create some momentum in the WA affairs of Mordor, Wormtongue Majestas has brought into being the first ever ‘WA Bill Review Committee’ of the region. Under the guise of helping the Denizenry to write and pass their own WA legislation, enthusiasm for the cause has been somewhat lacking.

It has not gone unnoticed that the creation of this Committee comes towards the end of the Wormtongue’s electoral term, and that this sudden announcement could represent nothing more than a desperate attempt by the up-for-election Majestas to appear to have achieved some success in developing the WA elements of the region. Even more shocking is the suggestion of an attempt by Majestas to place the responsibility of WA affairs in the hands of others, and so further distance himself from the apathy that has plagued this important part of our region over the last months.

All of this leaves the Denizenry with a great deal to consider in this Wormtongue election season, and an even greater deal for our esteemed Wormtongue to bite their nails about.

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General Jahmurai assembling troops for the Dark Lord

Forces of Mordor make their come-back
NationStates must have noticed, the Forces of Mordor are flying their flags again during updates. In an effort to revitalise the ailing Forces of Mordor, the Dark Lord appointed Jahmurai to the rank of General with the task of inspiring a new wave of enthusiastic recruits. Already, denizens are signing up to aid Mordor in the noble quest of defending those whom cannot defend themselves.

Easily picking up where they left off, the Forces of Mordor have started reclaiming lost territory in the Warzones. Those who would seek to keep the Warzones from the rightful ownership of Mordor be warned, the Eye is watching and our troops are always armed.

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Mordor offering help to other defenders

Aside from the forays into the Warzones, Mordor still places an emphasis on defending helpless regions from raiders and liberating the taken ones. Since the rebirth of the Forces of Mordor, Mordor has had a hand in the liberation and support of many regions, including: Reaganomic Paradise, Anime city, Punjab and The Impact Federation.

Mordor has offered to liaise with the defender organisations UDL and FRA in order to offer support when needed.

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It appears our crows and riders have been shot down when departing Mordor. Our Denizens have been oppressed and all news of their plight has failed to leave the dark chambers of Barad-Dur. However, we apologise for the delay that has taken place in the update and should have a full update by the end of the year.

For now, we can leave you with a quick note, that Mordor has experienced invasion of a Skeleton Army, Denizen oppression and then popular uprising in the form of a revolutionary movement, a trial… or three, with the Dark Lord being put on trial for various crimes. Bizarrely the Dark Lord himself became the judge in his own trial, much to the anger of the prosecution, sparking further widespread protest and an appeal lodged to the White Hand, Saruman. The trial continues.

Once again Mordor’s new government would like to apologise about the lack of news and updates being generated from Mordor. Hopefully in the coming weeks we will be able to rectify this.

The Dark Lord Sauron
The White Wizard Saruman, Intelligent Holograms
The Witch-King Jahmurai

As an aside, I love the vast array of Dr. Who emotes you have. https://groups.tapatalk-cdn.com/smilies/52127/1536592188.0653-smiley.gif?ttinline=true

Hehe thanks for the update!

Thanks! Come around more often! First round of caek is on the house!

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A Brief Overview of Mordor’s Affairs in the Last Seven Months

[ul][li]October[ul][li]Revolution declared by Alancar
[li]The Dark Lord dissolves the Nazgul Council and announces His support for the revolution
[li]Jaimbern v The Dark Lord begins with The Dark Lord presiding, the trial is suspended pending appeal by Jaimbern in order to require The Dark Lord’s recusal
[li]A new Nazgul is convened, Jaimbern, due to his efforts to further the loyalist cause during the revolution, is appointed by the White Wizard, Intelligent Holograms, The Dark Lord appoints Hellhound to enact the demands of the revolution. The Denizenry, however, have different plans and, tired with the fighting between the loyalists and revolutionaries, elect Jahmurai, who stood on neutral platform, despite having been aligned with the loyalists previously.
[li]Alancar declares the end of the revolution and the White Wizard issues a Proclamation to establish October 22nd as “Revolutionary Day”, Mordor’s first and only public holiday.[/li][/ul]
[li]November[ul][li]The Nazgul select Jahmurai as their Witch-King, Jahmurai appoints a number of former revolutionaries as his Ulaires and several former loyalists as advisors to his Cabinet
[li]The Nazgul pass the Courts Bill, to remove the ability of The Dark Lord to preside over His own trials or trials He is prosecuting
[li]Creation of an Assembly of Denizens, on of the key reforms sought by the revolution, is pledged by the Witch-King in his legislative agenda
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[li]December[ul][li]Majestas re-elected as Wormtongue for a third consecutive term
[li]The Nazgul is dissolved without producing reforms to institute an Assembly of Denizens
[li]A new Nazgul is convened, Malkir and Alancar are appointed by The Dark Lord, Charax and Jaimbern are appointed by the White Wizard, the Denizenry elect Saveyou as their representative. The new Nazgul selects Malkir as its Witch-King
[li]The Appellate Court rules against The Dark Lord presiding over His own trial and directs that a new judge be appointed to do so[/li][/ul]
[li]January[ul][li]The Nazgul pass bills to criminalise non-recruitment by government officials, to further ensure the independence of Wormtongue, and ratify the XYZ treaty
[li]A constitutional amendment to establish an Assembly of Denizens is rejected by the Nazgul[/li][/ul]
[li]February[ul][li]Charax is elected as White Wizard and appoints 9002 to fill his place on the Nazgul
[li]Majestas is anathematised as Wormtongue, Beian is elected to replace her
[li]The Nazgul ratify the Lazarus treaty and pass a bill to more effectively regulate the Witch-King
[li]Jaimbern v The Dark Lord concludes, The Dark Lord is found guilty of Dereliction of Duty
[li]The Nazgul is dissolved and a new Nazgul convened, The Dark Lord appoints Malkir, Blackfredric and Intelligent Holograms, the White Wizard appoints Jahmurai, Jaimbern and 9002, and the Denizenry elect Lady Warhammer as their representative
[li]Intelligent Holograms is selected as the Witch-King by the Nazgul[/li][/ul]
[li]March[ul][li]Lady Warhammer resigns from the Nazgul, Vaculatestar is elected to replace them
[li]Charax leaves NS, Alancar is elected as the new White Wizard[/li][/ul]
[li]April[ul][li]Paliven is elected as Wormtongue
[li]The Nazgul pass a bill to govern elections and referenda, and to allow for the Nazgul to make appointments of Ulaire.
[li]The Nazgul is dissolved and a new Nazgul convened, The Dark Lord appoints Malkir and Blackfredric, the White Wizard appoints Jaimbern and 9002, and the Denizenry elect tome as their representative[/li][/ul]
[li]May[ul][li]The Nazgul select Jaimbern as their Witch-King
[li]The Nazgul pass a bill to allow for the appointment of a regent to exercise the powers of The Dark Lord, bills to deregulate recruitment and integration, and to reform the courts are presented.
[li]Intelligent Holograms is appointed as regent in the name of The Dark Lord[/li][/ul][/li][/ul]
Mordor would like to apologise to those regions and organisations with which we enjoy relations for the lack of updates over the last several months. It is our hope that this update, although brief, can signal a return to business as usual for our foreign updates.

The Witch-King, Jaimbern
The White Wizard, Alancar
The Mouth of Sauron, Intelligent Holograms

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I shall be Mordor’s temporary ambassador until such a time as it gets a proper diplomatic corps back up and running.

Thanks for the update.