Bir Tawil AKA future home of ChiefsPlanet-land

[AustinChief]

Ok, so there is an 800 sq mile section of land in between Egypt and Sudan that is unclaimed by either nation. I say we put together a plan to form a permanent settlement there. Once established, we will have the ability to petition for statehood... I am thinking the Empire of ChiefsPlanetstan sounds pretty good.

(btw, this is the only land on Earth outside of Antarctica that is unclaimed)

Who is with me?

[Phobia]

Egypt and Sudan? I'll go but only if we can strap a very loud vest on Clayton... and I don't mean colorful.

[redfan]

Inn.

[AustinChief]

Egypt and Sudan? I'll go but only if we can strap a very loud vest on Clayton... and I don't mean colorful.

Sounds like Phobia has jumped to an early lead to be our first head of the military.

[Buck]

Can I be a mod?

[Pablo]

Count me out.

Our nation will be short-lived with a 9:1 ratio of men to women.

[Dylan]

bring your guns when you go over to claim the land. :D

[mikey23545]

Are we going to try to buy and relocate the Chiefs to the Empire of ChiefsPlanetstan?

[DaFace]

If it weren't for the whole "between Egypt and Sudan" thing...

[wazu]

Count me out.

Our nation will be short-lived with a 9:1 ratio of men to women.

Nonsense. All Chiefsplaneteers have supermodel girlfriends/wives. There will be hot women everywhere.

[keg in kc]

PrisonPlanet.com is already taken (thanks nutjobs) or I was going to suggest we call it that, ship all the trolls there.

[AustinChief]

Nonsense. All Chiefsplaneteers have supermodel girlfriends/wives. There will be hot women everywhere.

I figure we start an aggressive goat/camel breeding empire and can quickly accumulate women via trades with the locals! And if not, at least we have the goats and camels...

[keg in kc]

It all feels the same in the dark.

[Bearcat]

I figure we start an aggressive goat/camel breeding empire and can quickly accumulate women via trades with the locals! And if not, at least we have the goats and camels...

Gross. LMAO

[AustinChief]

Gross. LMAO

Looks like we have a volunteer for Chief Goat Herd! I need someone I can trust alone with the goats...

[mlyonsd]

I'm in if I can be in control of the electrical grid and have a $500,000/yr salary.

[wazu]

I'm in if I can be in control of the electrical grid and have a $500,000/yr salary.

Okay, but it's all Casino Cash.

[AustinChief]

I'm in if I can be in control of the electrical grid and have a $500,000/yr salary.

You are assuming we will HAVE an electrical grid! I am thinking we work off a fully distributed model of power generation.

[mlyonsd]

You are assuming we will HAVE an electrical grid! I am thinking we work off a fully distributed model of power generation.I need the salary when you consider what will happen to me if the big screen sat link for Chief games is down.

[HoneyBadger]

I'm dictator. Bow down to me.

[wazu]

I need the salary when you consider what will happen to me if the big screen sat link for Chief games is down.

My blood pressure rose just reading this.

[Extra Point]

I'm qualified for the easiest job there: Minister of Agriculture.

[AustinChief]

I'm dictator. Bow down to me.

Screw that. I'm the Emperor.. I am already getting fitted for my robes! Anybody have an ermine guy I can use?

[HoneyBadger]

Robes? Gays wear robes.

[TimeForWasp]

I hear Camels bite and spit like cowgirls.

[Munson]

One thing is for sure....

ChiefsPlanetstan will be the largest producer of antifreeze in the world.

[AustinChief]

One thing is for sure....

ChiefsPlanetstan will be the largest producer of antifreeze in the world.

And visitors will come from all over to admire our massive AIDS tree forests!

[Rain Man]

count me in. this is huge.

I might suggest that we immediately allow a u s military base in the territory in exchange for some monetary compensation. between direct payments and economic impacts from the restaurants in casinos that we own, we will be billionaires within a year.

[Hydrae]

Will we need to assimilate any natives in the area or is it unpopulated?

[Donger]

Yes, this is acceptable.

[AustinChief]

count me in. this is huge.

I might suggest that we immediately allow a u s military base in the territory in exchange for some monetary compensation. between direct payments and economic impacts from the restaurants in casinos that we own, we will be billionaires within a year.

Great idea!

[Rain Man]

I've never heard of this place before, and it fascinates me. I have no idea why it wouldn't be claimed. Countries fight over land all the time.

Why doesn't the U.S. claim it and put a big ol' base there?

But I guess it's too late since it's now Chiefsplanetstan.

My initial reckoning is that we need the following to start it up:

1. A system of government.
2. A constitution.
3. A plan for economic development.
4. A plan for the development of housing and infrastructure for the Chiefsplanet immigrants, which would include things like water, roads, education, etc.
5. A plan for courting that big military base.

I volunteer to be on the first three committees and can chair one of them.

[Sofa King]

I'd like to throw my hat into the ring for Supreme Drug Lord for that country.

Someone has to look out for our youth.

[AustinChief]

I've never heard of this place before, and it fascinates me. I have no idea why it wouldn't be claimed. Countries fight over land all the time.

Why doesn't the U.S. claim it and put a big ol' base there?

But I guess it's too late since it's now Chiefsplanetstan.

My initial reckoning is that we need the following to start it up:

1. A system of government.
2. A constitution.
3. A plan for economic development.
4. A plan for the development of housing and infrastructure for the Chiefsplanet immigrants, which would include things like water, roads, education, etc.
5. A plan for courting that big military base.

I volunteer to be on the first three committees and can chair one of them.


I nominate you to chair the constitutional committee...

As for why it is not claimed by either country... it's a very interesting situation. It stems from a dispute over a more valuable piece of land to the east(Hala’ib Triangle) ... here is a good synopsis...

The dispute dates back to two edicts, one from 1899 and another in 1902. In 1899, the United Kingdom (which controlled the area) drew the northern border of Sudan at the 22nd Parallel, a straight line stretching eastward to the Red Sea. Under these borders, Egypt would control the Hala’ib Triangle while Bir Tawil (as these regions are called today) would fall to Sudan. But these borders had a small flaw. A group of people living in the triangle were both geographically and culturally closer to the Sudanese capital of Khartoum, but under the guise of Cairo. To fix this, in 1902, the UK decided to draw a jagged “administrative boundary” which placed the Triangle under the administration of Sudan — and, for some reason, carved out the divot known as Bir Tawil to be administered by Egypt.

Today, Egypt recognizes the 1899 border while Sudan claims the 1902 border to be true. As a result, no one wants Bir Tawil, making it the only place, outside of Antarctica, unclaimed by a nation.

Oh and it's also currently a barren wasteland... so no reason to try to claim it... that will all change once we turn it into the paradise knows as Chiefsplanetstan!

[Rain Man]

Okay, deal. I'm chairing the constitution committee. Anyone want to join me? I really think we can do some good work. I'm also volunteering to be a member of the economic development committee.

Now that I think about it, the government committee probably should be part of the constitution committee. I'm not trying to build an empire, but they kind of have to be tackled simultaneously.

[Simplicity]

I'm in... What's our National Anthem?

[J Diddy]

I'm in... What's our National Anthem?

The parody Borat National anthem silly.

[trndobrd]

Okay, deal. I'm chairing the constitution committee. Anyone want to join me? I really think we can do some good work. I'm also volunteering to be a member of the economic development committee.

Now that I think about it, the government committee probably should be part of the constitution committee. I'm not trying to build an empire, but they kind of have to be tackled simultaneously.


I'll throw in to work on the Constitution.

Since we are going to have a big military base, I would also like to be considered as head of the Ministry of Tattoo Parlors, Pawnshops, and Payday Car Lots (MOTPPPCL)

[Discuss Thrower]

Dibs on running the only karaoke bar.

[Simplicity]

The parody Borat National anthem silly.

Makes sense.

This is just me but we should put up a 500 ft tall fence all around our area... Our neighbors are ****ing crazy.

[JOhn]

Looks like we have a volunteer for Chief Goat Herd! I need someone I can trust alone with the goats...

Well shit, that counts me out...:harumph:


But I'm in for the move :D

[AustinChief]

Okay, deal. I'm chairing the constitution committee. Anyone want to join me? I really think we can do some good work. I'm also volunteering to be a member of the economic development committee.

Now that I think about it, the government committee probably should be part of the constitution committee. I'm not trying to build an empire, but they kind of have to be tackled simultaneously.

Yup... I figure once we have a constitution, we will also have the framework for the system of govt.

What are ya thinking? I was hoping ofr an Empire but anything would be cool.. as long as we have an ombudsman... gotta have an ombudsman!

[AustinChief]

Makes sense.

This is just me but we should put up a 500 ft tall fence all around our area... Our neighbors are ****ing crazy.

Lucky for us... we are a solid 100 miles from anyone else AND in the middle of an arid wasteland with pretty much nothing in it. OF course the fence will be needed once our neighbors find out how badass our country is... I propose a fence AND a giant ditch... maybe a minefield as well.

[JOhn]

I hear Camels bite and spit like cowgirls.

They are bad....cowgirls that is.



OH and can I be in charge of tourism?

Or failing that I want to run the EMS/medical community :D

[JOhn]

Lucky for us... we are a solid 100 miles from anyone else AND in the middle of an arid wasteland with pretty much nothing in it. OF course the fence will be needed once our neighbors find out how badass our country is... I propose a fence AND a giant ditch... maybe a minefield as well.

A flaming wall of AID's trees?

[Frankie]

I'm in and hereby proclaim myself the Shah of Chiefsplanetstan.

[Groves]

I can make fire-water.

[Rain Man]

I'll throw in to work on the Constitution.

Since we are going to have a big military base, I would also like to be considered as head of the Ministry of Tattoo Parlors, Pawnshops, and Payday Car Lots (MOTPPPCL)


Cool. You're in.

I don't want to volunteer you for too much, but given your other tasks it seems logical that you should also add Oriental massage parlors to your ministry.

[Rain Man]

Lucky for us... we are a solid 100 miles from anyone else AND in the middle of an arid wasteland with pretty much nothing in it. OF course the fence will be needed once our neighbors find out how badass our country is... I propose a fence AND a giant ditch... maybe a minefield as well.

I'm heartened by the fact that the name Bir Tawil means "deep water well". If we have land and water, I think we can make this thing fly.

[Munson]

I'm in and hereby proclaim myself the Shah of Chiefsplanetstan.

I hereby overthrow the Shah, and proclaim myself Supreme Leader of ChiefPlanetstan.:)

[Rain Man]

Here's a picture of our new homeland. Does anyone know if Montana has copyrighted that "Big Sky Country" motto?

http://www.infobarrel.com/media/image/72280_max.jpg

[BillSelfsTrophycase]

Count me out.

Our nation will be short-lived with a 9:1 ratio of men to women.


I welcome a challenge :)



I claim the title of Sultan of Swing

[JOhn]

Here's a picture of our new homeland. Does anyone know if Montana has copyrighted that "Big Sky Country" motto?

http://www.infobarrel.com/media/image/72280_max.jpg

Yea it is copy righted

[Rain Man]

Here's another photo. I'm thinking we won't have to buy snow plows for the streets, so that'll save us some money.

http://www.funnyphotos.net.au/images/bir-tawil1.jpg

[Rain Man]

Yea it is copy righted

No problem. We'll come up with something better.

Bir Tawil: The Land of Endless Skies

or maybe we change the spelling to Beer Tawil and create an infrastructure to support high-end microbreweries. "Beer Tawil: Come and Get Your Beer Mug Filled"

[AustinChief]

I'm heartened by the fact that the name Bir Tawil means "deep water well". If we have land and water, I think we can make this thing fly.

yeah, only problem is that the well it references has long since gone dry... and I think the average rainfall is around 2 inches a year. Water may be an issue.

Sooo.. we probably need to buy at least one of these bad boys http://www.aquasciences.com/products_eng.shtml

[Rain Man]

yeah, only problem is that the well it references has long since gone dry... and I think the average rainfall is around 2 inches a year. Water may be an issue.

Sooo.. we probably need to buy at least one of these bad boys http://www.aquasciences.com/products_eng.shtml


Hmm. Yeah, that's going to have to be a priority, then.

[Frankie]

I hereby overthrow the Shah, and proclaim myself Supreme Leader of ChiefPlanetstan.:)

Beware,... In my kingdom blasphemers are dealt the most excruciating punishments imaginable.

Come to think of it, I have to establish a ministry of torture.

[Phobia]

I think we can make this thing fly.

I'd rather just float over, frankly. Now that Frankie is involved...

[Frankie]

I'd rather just float over, frankly. Now that Frankie is involved...

In my kingdom you would be put on flights that mysteriously break up mid air, for comments like this against the Shah.

[Phobia]

Frankie, we have some individuals of mediocre intelligence involved. If we're starting a settlement in this area of the world what do you think the chances are that we'll allow someone of Persian descent to run the place?

[Rain Man]

Frankie, we have some individuals of mediocre intelligence involved. If we're starting a settlement in this area of the world what do you think the chances are that we'll allow someone of Persian descent to run the place?

I suspect that this will be one of the most contentious issues during our constitutional convention.

[Titty Meat]

The bigots on here might be a little too uncomfortable living so close to Arabs.

[Phobia]

The bigots on here might be a little too uncomfortable living so close to Arabs.

Living near Persians isn't a problem for me. I don't want to live near Persians who have more explosives than sandals.

[Titty Meat]

Phil reminded me of something I forgot to ask...... Are we going to have to wear turbans?

[Rain Man]

Phil reminded me of something I forgot to ask...... Are we going to have to wear turbans?

If you wish for the nation to do so, you may suggest it to the constitutional committee.

[Cornstock]

Here's a picture of our new homeland. Does anyone know if Montana has copyrighted that "Big Sky Country" motto?

http://www.infobarrel.com/media/image/72280_max.jpg

We could still call it the "Big Sky Country" if we wanted because, we being our own autonomous nation, wouldn't have to observe U.S. copyright laws.

[Bugeater]

We should consider these unclaimed areas of Antarctica as well, how bad can they be?

[Cornstock]

Phil reminded me of something I forgot to ask...... Are we going to have to wear turbans?

Living in Oman I can assure you, while it may not be mandatory to wear turbans, you will want to. Here they are less of a traditional thing as they are practical. The sun is brutal, even in the winter, and they are they best thing to keep it off. They cover up more than a hat and have other practical desert uses as well.

[Raiderhater]

Will we drop the ban hammer on a few people before making the move?

[Phobia]

If I'm to be involved, I rather insist on the solar panel monopoly. If this is a problem identify yourselves. I will be sending Clay your way wearing a special vest.

[Phobia]

Will we drop the ban hammer on a few people before making the move?

We're bringing Densie along if that's what you're getting at... but there will be a scarlet letter of sorts.

[Raiderhater]

We're bringing Densie along if that's what you're getting at... but there will be a scarlet letter of sorts.


You can have her. I'll take my chances here.

[Phobia]

You can have her. I'll take my chances here.

We could always put her on a plane with Frankie.

[Kyle DeLexus]

Did anyone mention oil yet? If not, I bet there is some there.

[Phobia]

Did anyone mention oil yet? If not, I bet there is some there.

Sorry. We're only doing alternative, green energies - like solar and water generated power. We are not going to be dependent on foreign oil in the new found land.

[Cornstock]

Sorry. We're only doing alternative, green energies - like solar and water generated power. We are not going to be dependent on foreign oil in the new found land.

It wouldn't be foreign oil if it comes from our own country. There is some oil in North Africa but more likely natural gas. While I agree our own country should be predominantly based on green energies for our power infrastructure, we would be making a terrible move economically if we didn't try to develop any potential gas or oil fields within our country for export.

[Phobia]

It wouldn't be foreign oil if it comes from our own country. There is some oil in North Africa but more likely natural gas. While I agree our own country should be predominantly based on green energies for our power infrastructure, we would be making a terrible move economically if we didn't try to develop any potential gas or oil fields within our country for export.
I guess you missed the part where I've cornered the market on solar energies and my suggestion of hydro-energy was merely obligatory in nature all things considered.

[Titty Meat]

If you wish for the nation to do so, you may suggest it to the constitutional committee.

I just don't want women to be able to vote. It seemed as though this country worked better when they weren't allowed to vote.

[Phobia]

I just don't want women to be able to vote. It seemed as though this country worked better when they weren't allowed to vote.

I don't think it's so much that women are able to vote as it is those danged old minorities. Stop letting black people vote and then we wouldn't have one of those black presidents who runs up a $62 trillion dollar bill at Foot Locker.

[Kyle DeLexus]

I don't think it's so much that women are able to vote as it is those danged old minorities. Stop letting black people vote and then we wouldn't have one of those black presidents who runs up a $62 trillion dollar bill at Foot Locker.

Decent point.

[LiveSteam]

Stick & stone baseball year round. Im in.

[Phobia]

Decent point.

He has a lot of really sweet kicks and some slammin swag though.

[HoneyBadger]

I'm going to start the first gang. I claim the north side of the new land.

[jspchief]

I'd like to volunteer for the position of Hydro Energy Czar.

Of course, I'd only expect a salary comensurate with that of the Solar Energy Czar.

[jspchief]

I'm going to start the first gang. I claim the north side of the new land.

Be sure to wave at our contracted security firm, Zimmerman Inc.

[Cornstock]

I guess you missed the part where I've cornered the market on solar energies and my suggestion of hydro-energy was merely obligatory in nature all things considered.

So if we find out that we are sitting on a giant oil and gas field are we just supposed to not sell any of it? It would be a great primary export and source of capital that would serve to build roads and casinos until our tourism and industrial anti-cold-automobile-liquid manufacturing takes off.

[KCKID58]

Do we have a Walmart yet?

[JOhn]

I'm thinking Bwana should be in Minister of Defense, G&F or at the least in charge of dealing with annoying neighbors. :D

[bevischief]

We just have to plant some blue agave plants and are set...Tequila

[Sofa King]

I'd like to throw my hat into the ring for Supreme Drug Lord for that country.

Someone has to look out for our youth.

soooooo...


Did i get the job or what?

[Frankie]

Frankie, we have some individuals of mediocre intelligence involved. If we're starting a settlement in this area of the world what do you think the chances are that we'll allow someone of Persian descent to run the place?

There are three points lost in your argument:

1- In my kingdom there'll be jobs and benefits for people of all levels of intelligence. Benevolence will be the theme of my kingdom, as long as the subjects prove their loyalty and not deviate from their secret duty of Taxes to the Shah.

2- You used the word "allow" in your post.

3- (I forgot the third one.)

[DaKCMan AP]

I promise I'd be an Awesome, benevolent, and friendly dictator.

[Frankie]

I just don't want women to be able to vote. It seemed as though this country worked better when they weren't allowed to vote.

Don't worry. In my benevolent kingdom "vote" is a four letter word.

[Frankie]

So if we find out that we are sitting on a giant oil and gas field are we just supposed to not sell any of it? It would be a great primary export and source of capital that would serve to build roads and casinos until our tourism and industrial anti-cold-automobile-liquid manufacturing takes off.

I keep reading Cornstock's posts and keep wondering which position to assign him to. Minister of Culture, Commerce, or Natural Resources? :hmmm:

[Rain Man]

soooooo...


Did i get the job or what?



Honestly, one of the key questions I'll be bringing to the constitutional committee is whether we should allow children in Chiefsplanistan. I think there are a lot of good arguments to go with being an adults-only nation.

And all you people attempting to claim power should volunteer for the constitutional committee. No one gets power until we come up with a system and philosophy of government.

[Frankie]

I promise I'd be an Awesome, benevolent, and friendly dictator.

Too late. Stand down.

[T-post Tom]

Bugsy...er...BEN Siegel approves this thread.

[DaKCMan AP]

Too late. Stand down.

My Awesomeness usurps your illegitimate declaration of power.

[Frankie]

My Awesomeness usurps your illegitimate declaration of power.

Note to myself: The "halftime entertainment" of the first Soccer event in my kingdom, shall "feature" DaKCMan.

[talastan]

I would like to commission the local musicians on CP to begin working on the National Anthem of Chiefsplanetstan. I'll head that department. Any compositional requests.....

[Rain Man]

Note to myself: The "halftime entertainment" of the first Soccer event in my kingdom, shall "feature" DaKCMan.


Just to let you down easy, it's very likely that soccer will be banned in the constitution.

[Rain Man]

I would like to commission the local musicians on CP to begin working on the National Anthem of Chiefsplanetstan. I'll head that department. Any compositional requests.....

Too many national anthems are slow and solemn. Can we get something that's got an upbeat sound? Perhaps maybe work out a licensing deal to put new lyrics to this song:

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[DaKCMan AP]

Note to myself: The "halftime entertainment" of the first Soccer event in my kingdom, shall "feature" DaKCMan.

While I give you credit for properly terming the game 'soccer' please note that it will not be exhibited in my, I mean our, Chiefs Planet Kingdom.

[LVNHACK]

Who's gonna run your security in this new 3rd world shithole....?

I've got experience and a group of associates who could be open for work....

[yeti]

I would like to commission the local musicians on CP to begin working on the National Anthem of Chiefsplanetstan. I'll head that department. Any compositional requests.....

http://createdigitalmusic.com/files/storiespre2k6/morecowbell.jpg

more cowbell

[Phobia]

Who's gonna run your security in this new 3rd world shithole....?

I've got experience and a group of associates who could be open for work....

Well, the compensation package includes very, very loyal German Shepherds and an unlimited supply of peanut butter. So, basically the same thing you're getting now.

[talastan]

more cowbell

Too many national anthems are slow and solemn. Can we get something that's got an upbeat sound? Perhaps maybe work out a licensing deal to put new lyrics to this song:

Something maybe to the tune of or like "Mississippi Queen"? :hmmm:

[mlyonsd]

I say we build a nuclear generator and sell power to neighboring countries.

[Phobia]

I would like to commission the local musicians on CP to begin working on the National Anthem of Chiefsplanetstan. I'll head that department. Any compositional requests.....

I prefer something with a host of kazoos. Hope you can work that in somehow. and bagpipes. Kazoos and bagpipes. Plus the aforementioned cowbell percussion line.

[talastan]

I prefer something with a host of kazoos. Hope you can work that in somehow. and bagpipes. Kazoos and bagpipes. Plus the aforementioned cowbell percussion line.

Maybe a elegant bridge section of kazoos and bagpipes to symbolize the struggle, and heartache of the building of our great new nation. I wish FAX were present, his input on this is instrumental in developing our new nation. I nominate FAX for Chief musician to the Shah/Dictator!!

[Phobia]

More kazoos and cowbells than bagpipes though. Fledgling nations are on somewhat of a budget. What do you think about adding in some street musicians on 5 gallon buckets?

[Frankie]

Just to let you down easy, it's very likely that soccer will be banned in the constitution.Good luck with that sir. Soccer shall be the national pastime in the kingdom. The Shah so wisheth.

While I give you credit for properly terming the game 'soccer' please note that it will not be exhibited in my, I mean our, Chiefs Planet Kingdom.We have already decided on your (halftime) roll, sir. Your repeated demonstrations shall only prolong the "half-time entertainment."

I would like to commission the local musicians on CP to begin working on the National Anthem of Chiefsplanetstan. I'll head that department. Any compositional requests.....
.

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[Phobia]

I'm already sick of Frankie.

https://encrypted-tbn2.google.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRIhUrm-2nTlBfcqiGYD8pHBMZC-725V6tv7ZDfKSVbtoXewRebRg

Make it so.

[Frankie]

I say we build a nuclear generator and sell power to neighboring countries.

We are sure we can think of better uses of our nuclear technology.

I'm already sick of Frankie.

Not to worry. Our personal court physician shall "see to your health."

[Rain Man]

Maybe a elegant bridge section of kazoos and bagpipes to symbolize the struggle, and heartache of the building of our great new nation. I wish FAX were present, his input on this is instrumental in developing our new nation. I nominate FAX for Chief musician to the Shah/Dictator!!

From an economic development standpoint, I think we need something upbeat. Songs about struggle and heartache don't bring tourists in. We want people to hear our anthem at the Olympics and say, "Wow, I've got to go visit that place."

[talastan]

So is it now appropriate to request extradition from the United States back to Chiefsplanetstan for Matt Cassel to face high crimes against our beloved nation?

[Phobia]

From an economic development standpoint, I think we need something upbeat. Songs about struggle and heartache don't bring tourists in. We want people to hear our anthem at the Olympics and say, "Wow, I've got to go visit that place."

How about an interim anthem? I'll bet we could get the rights to a Kip Winger's "She's Only Seventeen" for a song.

[talastan]

From an economic development standpoint, I think we need something upbeat. Songs about struggle and heartache don't bring tourists in. We want people to hear our anthem at the Olympics and say, "Wow, I've got to go visit that place."

How about an interim anthem? I'll bet we could get the rights to a Kip Winger's "She's Only Seventeen" for a song.

We'll work on a compromise. I definitely wouldn't mind a Rush-like epic anthem, but alas the audience might be asleep by the 8-9min mark....:shake: Maybe something more along the lines of Queen?

[Rain Man]

We'll work on a comprimise. I defintely wouldn't mind a Rush-like epic anthem, but alas the audience might be asleep by the 8-9min mark....:shake: Maybe something more along the lines of Queen?

(Snapping fingers and pointing.)

Queen. That's definitely the way to go. Very anthem-y songs. It may be hard to sing some of the Queen anthems at baseball games, but that's all part of the fun. Having an anthem that's hard to sing can get us all sorts of youtube hits.

[Dave Lane]

No you have to stay away from the stans, quite frankly the stans have never done a really good job of technology or for that matter really anything at all.

[Rain Man]

No you have to stay away from the stans, quite frankly the stans have never done a really good job of technology or for that matter really anything at all.


This is a good point.

Now that I think about it, we can build this country from the ground up from a branding perspective and learn from the mistakes that other countries have made. And the name is a good place to start.

Let's focus group this. What are some good names that get across our marketing message? We want to communicate that it's a pleasurable place to live, and maybe with a promise prosperity.

I'll start with this suggestion: Planetopia.

[talastan]

(Snapping fingers and pointing.)

Queen. That's definitely the way to go. Very anthem-y songs. It may be hard to sing some of the Queen anthems at baseball games, but that's all part of the fun. Having an anthem that's hard to sing can get us all sorts of youtube hits.

So along the lines of Bohemian Rhapsody with bagpipes and kazoos followed by epic hard rock!.....Sweet! :thumb:

[Rain Man]

So along the lines of Bohemian Rhapsody with bagpipes and kazoos.....Sweet! :thumb:

I could go for this. I would suggest that you get on it and give us a draft for review.

[talastan]

I could go for this. I would suggest that you get on it and give us a draft for review.

We'll need the country's name for lyrical influence before beginning the composing of the music.

[Rain Man]

We'll need the country's name for lyrical influence before beginning the composing of the music.

Oh. Good point.

We probably should map this out in a Gantt chart or something.

[qabbaan]

If you are going to spend any time in east Africa I'd recommend you acquire a lot of weapons.

[Rain Man]

If you are going to spend any time in east Africa I'd recommend you acquire a lot of weapons.

The nice thing about our new country is that it's very easy to fence it and put machine guns at the borders. And I don't see a lot of armor making it out there, either. Planes may be our biggest security threat, but I don't think Sudan has a real up to date air force, so I bet we can handle them.

[HoneyBadger]

Be sure to wave at our contracted security firm, Zimmerman Inc.

We'll be fine, we just won't sell Skittles in ChiefsPlanet-land.