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Post by Kingdoms of Cal on Jan 3, 2011 14:41:36 GMT -5
Looks Like The Rest Of the Commonwealth IS Getting Healthier The Teerie telegraph
The number of sick day's in the rest of the commonwealth is nose diving as the concept of the me day takes off. A holiday that can be taken with no notice. More and more corps, orgs and now the government allows people to just take five days off work when they can't be bothered or are openly hung over.
The civil service now accepts these days, so the workers don't have to make an excuse. They can phone in and say "I can't be bothered coming in today". This addition of flexibility has cased the need for people to phone in sick when they are not to be removed. They have taken to not taking their day unless they really don't want to go to work that day.
The employers can now check people are sick and deal with those that are not. But the employees can take that day they didn't expect, or really can't handle.
A teerie solution to a commonwealth problem.
They should listen to us more.
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Post by Holmbergsvania on Jan 4, 2011 1:39:17 GMT -5
Holmbergsvanian military upgrades? Reproduced from the New Vancouver Herald
The Holmbergsvanian military recently released to the press limited details in regards to a series of new military devices. Devices currently being researched are extending from a new class of carrier, cruiser, and destroyer. Also being researched are new series of wheeled vehicles, tanks, artillery pieces, and aircraft that are only described as 'dropships.'
Holmbergsvanian military officials refused to release any more details, worried that spies may be reading the papers and watching TV. Further details may follow...
-Andres Collins, New Vancouver Herald.
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Post by The Anean Star Empire on Jan 4, 2011 2:36:46 GMT -5
Liberation of Haroma Imperial News Center The Anean Star Empire, after a long 4 month battle, has seized control of Haroma III. The former capital of the Empire has suffered extensive damage from the Third Federation War, Civil War, and now our own fight. However our soldiers were cheered on by the survivors as Socialist resistance collapsed in the face of superior numbers from Megamantics Corporation. The Department of Defense estimated Anean military losses around 1.2 billion and civilian in upwards of 11 billion. Damage done to the planet is estimated to be valued more than $400,000,000,000,000. According to the Ministry of Domestic Affairs, the cultural loss is worth more than the monetary. The extent of the damage reached almost everywhere on the planet. The city of Nordavic was a complete loss, Gracaria stands in ruins, Centralia is only partly intact, Gerusa City was flattened during the Third Federation War, Vaticia suffered minor damage, and finally Astrapolis was flooded. The National Museum, once the site of IX's inauguration almost two years ago, is now a former battle site. Most of the museums and the items within are now destroyed. There's little physical damage in the countryside and the mountain settlements, but, as one farmer turned militia said, "The rivers run red with blood. When it rains, we have to get inside or we could die from the toxins. The wildlife has gotten out of control now. The planet is a mess and will remain so for years to come." The Emperor has expressed no intentions of moving the capital to Haroma, choosing instead to keep in on Earth. However, IX has already begun to put his money forward for the reconstruction effort while continuing his war against the Anean Socialist State and ADNI. Finally, to help in the war, IX officially signed an alliance with both the New Federation and the Pudrian Collective. Two moves that are sure to draw flak from the rest of Earth due to a war against both in the past.
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Post by Aluez on Jan 6, 2011 8:22:49 GMT -5
Aluez Today! 2 A.S. Lysa smiled. "Good evening citizens of Unity, and surrounding nations, it is currently 30 minutes past the hour and we are here to bring you the latest news stories. This is our first airing so forgive me if I seem gitty." She turned the page to the first story Recent poll shows Aluez ranked as 6TH HEALTHIEST NATION ON PLANET!"Out of all the countries on this planet, we're the healthiest. How is this possible I bet you're asking? Well give it a moment to consider the facts about Aluez: - We have some of the best healthcare on the planet compared to the other countries
- We are clean, eat right, exercise on a daily basis, and rarely get sick
- We are always immune to most 'modern' bugs, viruses, parasites, en cetra
- Our hospitals are one of the cleanest places on the planet.
See the reasons now? Anyway, YAY for us beating everyone else into the dirt, now all we gotta do is get to rank 1 next time this comes up." she giggled and moved on to the next story Boarders closed to everyone stillLysa adjusted her papers as she read over it before looking at the cameras "The recent spy-o-phobia has sparked quite the scare in Tyr and Alenia, not to mention with this phobia comes the recent mind control attack against the Aluezi from an unknown source - which mind you, there are all sorts of rumors flying about about that! But overall, the boarders are closed to everyone except Aneans and Aatuylvans, but that doesn't stop us from watching them like a bloody hawk! I honestly think that The Military has the right idea in not trusting most of these countries, I mean, hell, we have a Capitalizt commonwealth in the south, Communists to the South-East, Fascists all around us, and another Capitalist Paradise in the North! WHAT'S NEXT?!" Vivian piped in "Probably another Anarchy, OR A BUNCH OF POST APOCALYPTIC PUNKS!" They both laughed before Lysa began to speak again. "The boarders will be closed until further notice as the harassment from the Salnese continues, which brings us to our next story!" she turned the page again Salnese claim "God Given Right" to Aluezi lands?!"The shit is this all about people? Salnai gets beaten in the Furfed council hall as Aatuylva gave us our lands back, but then suddenly, Salnai releases this statement of craziness on their national news network: WHAT THE HELL! Ladies and Gentlemen, this is EXACTLY why Religion, all forms, is bad. It brainwashes people into thinking they are right, it makes them think they can do whatever they want to people that do not believe in what they believe in, and makes people do stupid shit, and waste money, time, and their very lives on something that does NOT EXIST! Now I am not banging on our neighbors, but when it comes to shit like this, you tend to see why we don't like religion." Vivian facepawed. "Are these people retarded?" she shook her head slowly from side to side before looking at the cameras again. "I have to agree, that is a very good example of why we don't like Religion" "I just have one thing to say to the Salnese at this point: KISS! MY! FURRY! RUMP!" she stood up and turned her rear toward the camera, pointing at it before sitting back down. "The Council and Chancellor will release a statement as soon as possible, but they are probably laughing too much to do anything about it" Undercity construction on shedule"Ahh yes," Lysa turned the page again "My favorite subject: The Undercity! Today a report was released that said it is on shedule as crews have reached 1000 feet into the ground, and have began to expand outward at ever increasing rates. Both manned and drone crews are carving out structres in the ground, and have so far made 7 factories, 6 storage facilities, and have connected an underground railway that runs from Tyr, through the UC, and to Alenia." "You'd think the Salnese would of caught that" Vivian laughed. "Then again, they don't know the location of it, even though it can probably be seen from ORBIT!" "Let's hope not," Lysa smiled at Vivian before looking back at the cameras. "It is expected by the end of the year that 20 factories, 15 food production facilities, and 25 storage facilities. With plenty of defense to keep the interlopers out!" Anean Empire restored, with new additions on the way?Lysa smiled before reaching the end of her pages. "The Anean Empire was restored over the week and we decided to interview Tod, the Empress, and discovered something quite interesting... full story at 11"
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Post by Aluez on Jan 8, 2011 11:06:09 GMT -5
Aluez Today! [/b][/size] "This was the scene today after Lafi Du'Biske returned from the Isle of Gracaria, announcing that a Non-Aggression pact had been signed with TSURA and Miokalians, though distrust still rules the day for the Cali people from the majority of our nation." Lysa said as she read from their new telepropter. "As tensions rise, the threat of war from the Salnese government looms ever closer over our heads as the world braces for what could be the bloodiest, and possibly one-sided wars in history. "The Salnese have proven themselves capible of walking all over everyone on this planet, just from the sheer numbers they hold in their hands. But Unity will prevail against this enemy if they do decide the foolish pursuit of war against Aluez. Even without allies, we will still win against these foolish brutes" Vivian shook her head slowly from side to side. "Why are people on this planet sometimes the most stupid?" "Because they have their heads so far up their asses they can't see the truth" New additions for The Anean Royal Family?"While this is still a rumor, it seems that the Anean Royal Family has had some new renovations for their family: The first, Klara, a child recently discovered and confirmed that it belonged to Empress Vlodovic, despite being a case of classic accidental incest between the two." Lysa giggled a bit. "The next, is from Tod himself, it seems that there could be something from him that no one knows about yet, which is the mystery of the day: Is Tod pregnant?" "Well judging from the way he has been acting, I would possibly say yes, because the way he keeps touching his belly, the moodswings that were not present there, strange cravings, and so on, are all classic signs of pregnancy." Vivian explained, while showing a picture of Tod clutching his belly with both hands, tongue sticking out slightly as he gazed down at it. "We will know for certain if he is or not in nine weeks, it's too early to tell from just guesses." "Well I hope he is! He's been childless from his own womb for too long!" Lysa stuck her tongue out at Vivian before the story changed again. "We now take you over to Weea for sports news" Nutzis dominate with 9 kill lead in Squad Combat!"Thaaank you Lysa!" she bowed a bit before looking at the cameras. "Today the Nutzis shocked everyone in the tourney grounds as Tisra lead her forces on a bloody rampage through the grounds, killing everyone and everything in sight as they moved. By the end of the match, the nutzis had a 9 kill lead on the Savina team and stole the day away from the reds. Hey Savina! Next time don't screw with the nutzis!"
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Post by Kingdoms of Cal on Jan 8, 2011 20:06:40 GMT -5
Telen Times Miokalia speaks for us
Miokalia seems to think it speaks for us, neamat, alba and killer zoids. They don't.
They are not SOTO, they are only part of it and anyone that believes they can speak for them with the the word of other parties...Well they have to know we have never agreed to anything they said.
With salato out of the nation protector Inca has salled a meeting of all SOTO nations to bring miokalia into line.
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Post by Holmbergsvania on Jan 11, 2011 0:03:19 GMT -5
Watching the Political Situation Reproduced from the New Vancouver Herald
Many subscribers to the Telen Times recently became aware of an article titled: "Miokalia Speaks For All Of Us." In it, the Kingdoms of Cal have begun hosting a meeting of all SOTO nations to attempt to bring Miokalia 'back into line.'
Holmbergsvania's Secretary of State refused to comment on the matter, saying that unless Holmbergsvanian interests and citizens in Miokalia were threatened, the military will not take any direct action against the SOTO nations in the best interest of protecting Holmbergsvanian lives. Holmbergsvanian voters have approved for a carrier battle group, headed by the CVN HNS Hood and accompanied by numerous support vessels to steam towards the area at full speed.
Please stay with us as the situation develops.
Brian Page, New Vancouver Herald.
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Post by aatuylva on Jan 11, 2011 18:31:58 GMT -5
Strange tests in Haverigg
*Excerpt from an Aatuylvan independent radio broadcast*
Lately there have been scattered reports of strange missile tests in the remote ranges near Haverigg and Chromi, and rumors of a new weapon being developed in Aatuylva.
The government and the military have no formal remarks at this time, and all attempts to obtain video information are seized by InShtu.
We will attempt to bring you more information as-
--We apologize for the inconvenience, the station is experiencing technical difficulties. We are attempting to rectify the situation now. Thank you.--
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Post by Aluez on Jan 12, 2011 17:33:36 GMT -5
Aluez Today! [/size] "Good evening Unity, this is Aluez today bringing you all the news with none of the bullshit. It's half past the hour and we have some interesting stories to cover!" Lysa bowed a bit as the first story came up on the screen. Pirates in the straight!"Now while this is a new occurrence on this side of the planet, the recent light of PIRATES attacking ships in the water has come to our attention. No doubt using a Skyship to do it too" a picture of the skyship appearing on the screen, which was the same color as the sky, the monster of a ship being armed to the teeth with what looked like cannons on both sides, and flying a red flag. "This beast attacked three warships of the Salnese, sank one of them, snatched up a cargo ship, and took off running. The Salnese couldn't catch it, and we have no clue where it went..." She shrugged a bit. "Hey, as long as the pirates leave us Aluezi alone..." she cleared her throat. "We will have more news for you after this commercial break!"
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Post by Kingdoms of Cal on Jan 14, 2011 16:56:43 GMT -5
22:00 News TUBC news
Going over to the Red serpent's news conference.
A old bespectacled vulpine stood at a lectern with a number of microphones in front of her, she was obviously not used to this kind of thing, she spoke.
"I am here to offer the red serpents full appauligy for our actions in aatuylva, though our actions were well meaning we did not take into account the local customs and ignored the government. We have got used to being able to go where we wish and with time perhaps that time might return.
We appear to have ham fistedly approached a situation that should have been treated with more tact and decorum. I have authorized the initial release for 200,000 meeps for immediate use of aatuylva authorities in the effected areas. If possible we would like to offer them help is the distribution of this aid, how ever I can understand if they wish to decline this offer.
If we can not help in person we will aid in meeps and materials that those affected by our ill thought out action will be best aided. The 200,000 meeps is just what we have at our immediate disposal, over the coming hours we will make more funds ready for use.
We ask that those nations to the north join with our crusade that is simply to ensure those that need help will receive it no matter who or what they are.
Even though this was not my call I have offered my resignation"
There was silence as the aged vulpine left the conference.
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Post by aatuylva on Jan 14, 2011 23:09:18 GMT -5
ATTENTION: This is a repost, since alot has happened. It should be, timelinewise, be happening now, before the Party thread, around the time of the Miokalian fleet being nearby, perhaps around the beginning of Unity's Flames. This is a repost for new arrivals and returning people, since the original is buried about five or so pages back. It is here now in it's entirety.
Obviously this happens before the red serpent thing and the party :PThis is mainly to establish how hwe had IRBMs and stuff during the whole stand-off with the SOTO fleet.
OOC / Ok, this hasn't happened yet, but I'd like to get it out of the way before several other threads(Unity's Flames, any threads I write that involve Cal, etc.) get rolling. This happens after Rift, DEM, Redstar, B and B, Aftermath, and a little bit after Invasion of New Gracaria. Time wise I'd put it at 2011 around midway through the year or so. I didn't want to do this that early but I want to have wmds before certain threads get rolling or I'd be pretty much defenseless :\ This is supposed to happen after Stidham becomes High Praetor, but I don't know if that'll happen in time for it. As for the large number of missiles? Would Russia rather scrap them or sell them to make money? XD /OOC
ANN Priority News Broadcast
Broadcast Time: 9 AM Aatuylvan Time
"...And that's all we have about the current weather and wildlife patterns today, now we bring you to a special announcement by the War Minister, Michael Stidham."
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The screen flickers, those with radios would here a strange clicking sound. On televisions the picture comes back in showing a raised podium with the Aatuylvan flag, and all of the national flags near it, on a wall. One of the many broadcasting bunkers of the capital.
A tall, dark-haired, blue-eyed human walked up to a large podium, the Aatuylvan Flag in the background. He wore a stark white uniform with a red sash, several medals, epaulets, and ceremonial weapons. He tapped the mike several times, his mouth working before the audio began to broadcast. He gave a nearby speaker a swift kick before any sounds could be heard.
"Is this thing on? It is? Ok..got the translators working? How many languages? German, English, Tinisian, Aatuylvan, and Russian? Good. That hits all the important ones. -Ahem- Greetings, peoples of the world. I am Lord Commander Michael Stidham, of the Confederacy of Aatuylva. I am, as of this moment, in possession of 50 Inter-Continental Ballistic Missiles with chemical and nuclear warheads purchased from...several sources. This will complement our already substantial tactical artillery and rocket units we have near the border areas. With cooperation with our allies, we are building several more, and intend to have an even larger arsenal than the so-called 'First World Powers'. As of now, any and all attempts to coerce, threaten, or harass my people with the threat of nuclear war ends."
He coughed several times, hacking up a little blood into his handkerchief, clutching the side of the podium with his other hand, before continuing.
"We now..are also beginning a policy of disproportionate retribution. If I find a terrorist or spy linked to your country? I invade to keep the peace. If I find a hacker has tapped into one of the few computer reliant areas of my nation? I will destroy your power grids. If you send troops into my country, I will bombard yours with high-yield artillery. If you fire a tactical nuclear weapon at me, I will fire a strategic chem at you. If you use a strategic, the whole entirety of my arsenal will be fired at you."
He broke down coughing again, shaking as he held the podium. One of the guards in the background moved up to help, but Stidham waved him off, even as the veins in his forehead and hands could be seen...
"If you engage in full out nuclear war and empty your arsenals? Gods help you, I will find a way to destroy the world."
He hacks a bit more, then stands up straight, looking straight at the cameras. He took a deep breath, and let out a sigh, clasping his hands behind his back. He began to pace, bellowing out the next part of his speech.
"Some of you may say that I am a madman. Some of you may ask, why not nukes? Why keep so many chemical weapons?' I will tell you. Because, at the end of a week, I want to be able to go into the country I just destroyed, sit in its leader's desk, smoke his cigars, drink his wine, and sleep in his beds. I want to be able to shove his desk out of a window and take a piss on their greatest church and do all number of blasphemous things on the altar with several people at once!"
He wipes his brow then with his handkerchief, and steps down off the podium.
"I will tolerate no trespass on my people. Have a wonderful day."
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"And that was the War Minister. Splendid speech, wouldn't you say Murkin?"
"Doubly so, dear Fiera. Now, For those of you taking the rail-lines today, be wary, as the southern rebels are active today according to reports, so those wishing to head to Chromi will be delayed as..."
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Post by Kingdoms of Cal on Jan 15, 2011 16:26:28 GMT -5
What the hell Ineefin Times
A single Orianne XI rocket launched lat night, I doubt anyone from the isle missed the launch. It launched a massive, experimental load. It is deigned to see if a space station is possible,
It, apparently, deplored some eight square kilometer's worth of solar cells. CAS has made it known that this is not the start of a space station. Only a study into if one would be possible.
CAS has been ar war with the commonwealth government and many scientist. We all know they want to send people into space. Salato has made it clear that furred space programs are pointless and the commonwealth will not spend money on that race.
Interestingly she has not stamped on CAS...I think she would like to sea a commonwealth subject in space, but only if there is a reason for them being there.
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Post by The Anean Star Empire on Jan 15, 2011 18:00:35 GMT -5
OOC: For after the party. Quick summary of events. Also a (poor) attempt at political humor TV show. The Anean Angle Megamantics TV "Welcome to another episode of the Anean Angle. I am your host, Waya Rio. "Well as we all know this last week has been very eventful. From an almost war started over a bunch of terrorist medics to the Emperor falling down the stairs. That last one was captured in high definition video and already has 1.5 million hits on YouTube. "So, without any more delay, let's get to our first headlines." Nuclear War and Broken Trust"Personally, I think this might be the funniest of them. According to IX he was speaking with the Prime Minister of the Commonwealth - yes, that Commonwealth - about forming an alliance. Yeah? Shocker right? Especially the thought of our fine nation being friends with those barbarians. "Anyway, at IX's little party, in a stunning display of overall Cali intelligence, Princess Lyie said, and I quote, 'we will turn your nation to ash'. This is recorded on security tapes too of course. And yet, IX let her live. "But later that night IX apparently announced that he wouldn't allow any political or military agreements with them because of this. It's good to know that, despite the Emperor being almost constantly drunk, he can still be smart when he needs to. "Moving on to something a little less controversial..." A Growing Royal Family?"Well, it seems that, among bad news, there is some good. There are plenty of rumors abound that the Empress is pregnant. At last the Empire may finally have a ruler eventually that isn't entirely human. "And, according to multiple guards that listened in, apparently IX got married to Hiyike Andertol, from Miokalia. I guess IX's drunkenness backfired after that night in Vegas. There is no word, from IX or any government official, whether this is true or not. "Upside to something like that is that perhaps there was some success in IX's diplomatic fiasco last night. Downside is now IX has earned the ire of the Church. "Speaking of the church..." Condemnation"In a not so stunning announcement, the Patriarch announced his condemnation of the Cali in the south. "To quote him, 'The barbarians and porn stars down there are a menace to the Empire. They should be eliminated from the world stage through nuclear weapons and conventional warfare. Everyday they remain in existence is another day toward global conflict.' "It makes you wonder how he knows that they are all porn stars... "Of course, this drew flak from everyone in the Empire. Because, while they aren't especially liked, nuclear warfare is a no-no in the Empire after our nuclear war 3000 years ago." Possibility of a Northern Alliance?"It seems that the three way marriage between us, Aatuylva, and Aluez has finally, possibly, paid off. Rumors are abound about the founding of an alliance in the north to counter the now fallen SOTO. "Well, that's all for now, so tune in next time! The Emperor will be coming on to guest star."
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Post by aatuylva on Jan 16, 2011 11:58:32 GMT -5
Red Serpent Apologizes, Citizens Still Wary ANN Editor: M'arin Arfur The People's Council applauds the actions (albeit belated) of the Red Serpents, finally bringing the final chapter of closure to those whose lives were affected during the Aluezi arrival event. The Consuls of the city-states have declined their offer of help, stating that it would be too dangerous for the organisation due to the current political climate, but thank them for the contributions, which will be used to help the families as soon as applicable. In other news, rumors of the War Minister being ill are grossly exxagerated, he is quite well and is only suffering from a minor cold picked up from overseas during diplomatic visits. So says the War Minister's Office. The War Minister himself was not available for comment. The Governor has finally recovered from his attack, and is finally allowed to leave the hospital after his long medical leave. He was not available for an interview, but his aides say that he is currently catching up on paperwork at his private estate. Due to recent accidents concerning tourists who haven't read the brochure properly, I am required to print it and broadcast it over the radio in an attempt to teach them to behave a bit better. There is a tourist advisory for all foreign nationals entering Aatuylva for business or for pleasure: While the political climate has cooled somewhat, it is still not safe for members of the organization formerly known as SOTO to roam about in groups smaller than three individuals. Public reprisals from groups of disgruntled citizens still happens from time to time. It is also advised that at least one of the members of this group be armed and trained in that weapon's use. If that is not possible, then it is strongly suggested that you hire the services of the local militias as escorts. The prices are reasonable, and they also serve as tour guides and expedition leaders for those who wish to venture into the wilds. Diplomats already have their own private escorts pulled from the A.V.M. Remember, your brochures carry important information concerning customs, food, and wildlife dangers. For further data on the subject of wildlife, you should probably purchase a copy of the Traveller's Compendium.
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Post by Kingdoms of Cal on Jan 16, 2011 12:49:52 GMT -5
Alba Wants Space Telen Times
The government of Alba has made it clear that they do want a furred space program. Though they are very much the junior partner in CAS they do have a say. CAS launching what appears to be effectively the start of a space station has made Alban government keen to expand on it.
In a statement the science minister of Alba said "Why are we the only people that can put people up there but don't? CAS should be more than just loft satellites and probes, it should be making dreams. A space station would be the start of sailing the sea of stars, we and the commonwealth could do it. It's not about money, it's about dreams.
If the commonwealth will not do it, we will fund a furred space program with CAS."
With salato out of the country with Al the commonwealth government is still quiet though they seem to have been entirely left footed by alba. If alba did with the help of CAS send someone into space it would be a massive embarrassment to the commonwealth.
She Said What Inleefin Telegraph
We have got news that princess lyie threatened the ASE. From what we have been able to ascertain she didn't. She did how ever threaten to turn Holmbergsvania to rubble, which was not the most helpful thing she could have said.
It seems that the media and certain governments and elements in the government are keen to keep what she said in the public eye up there. I smell that certain people need a boggy fur and we're it. In case anyone up there ever reads this, lets make this clear. No royal could give such and order and still be there the next day. No royal has that kind of real power.
It is out of character for Lyie to say such a thing and I am skeptical if she ever did, even if she did if anyone did the research they would know it was an utterly empty threat.
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