Writing Assignment (IC or OOC?)

[No promises how long this will be here.]

In the writing group I'm in, there was a writing assignment.  It was supposed to be based on our previous day.  Those who know why I wrote this will know: some easily and other begrudgingly.

Whether a vet or a new player to SWG, maybe this will resonate in a way.

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When I spoke to him, there was more I couldn't say versus what we told each other.  Part of me always knew he always had my back no matter what I did.  But I didn't drag him back for that purpose.

It's difficult to be a man of action when you don't want the revolution televised Even more difficult when you are the one working to quash the revolution at hand.

Objectivity is not pure.  It must skew one way or the the other.  A war or coup is never is never agreeing to disagree.  It is a form of bloodshed in which two people were right.  I wish I could say this battle was the last.  It is more important for me to know my people are willing to fight for me, rather to have them to take up arms.  Does that make me a dictator?  This was not the first time, but this is stemming more from seeds of hate than selfishness or pure discontent.

Before was more clear-cut.  It was more destructive in nature; but property and vision more than spirit or soul.  Did the fires of our siege char my objectivity?  Did it destroy the the kindness or compassion of my leadership?  Did it shape me into the word of what it is: a ruler.

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What Subject(s) Do You Want to See Covered?

 

Don't call it poster's block!

I have a few different paths for this little place.  Solaria is number one of course.  But how wide or narrow of focus should it be?

Choices are...

Solaria + Star Wars Galaxies
Solaria + SWG + Star Wars-related links/posts

SWG can be screenshots, game news, and anything encompassing the game itself.  Star Wars can be anything related to the saga; from fanfilms to novel news.

Or it can be everything and anything... but would it be too confusing?

Comment.  Suggest your own ideas too.  This is supposed to be a fun and informative place.  Please ask your own questions and I'll be glad to answer them in a future post; if I can.

Sister City Suggestions

 

Through my times as a mayor, I have made friendships and acquaintances with many mayors and have traveled to or attended events in their cities.

I always wished to have a way to show these friendships or allegiances with other cities, whether in Solaria itself or a venue such as this place.  Hopefully mayors and citizens can chime in with their opinions here; suggesting how to do it.  My only hope is official "sister cities" make some mutual effort also.  That way all would know.

Please speak your minds.

How anyone can contribute

 

 Thanks for giving a look at the Solaria blog.  This is a place for citizens to come and contribute, as well as be featured on it.

Rather than trying to drive the blog myself, it's where citizens can interact and post.  Perhaps you want to see your city photos here, or you'd like to display your house.  Maybe you want a profile done on yourself, or you wish to see a Q&A section.

The great thing is ALL of these things can be done; or even something not thought of yet.  Anything contributed I will give recognition for.

Solaria is about the citizens.

What is Solaria?

 

Solaria is a city on Rori [Star Wars Galaxies; Starsider] which was one of the first cities founded in its original incarnation.  It is a rank five city, making it a Metropolis: the highest ranking possible.  The current mayor is Jivaro Qel-Jairus.

The city is a Research Center, meaning it helps with crafting/experimenting inside city limits.  There are a number of public crafting stations (marked by streetlights) which help traders make their wares and also assists jedi with crafting better lightsabers.  Solaria also boasts a diner; aiding with domestic and structure crafting.

There are no taxes in Solaria, and ticket cost is set to the bare minimum.  There is no citizen, sales, or property tax.  Instead, the city accepts voluntary donations inside of city hall.

To live in Solaria, one must be a rebel or neutral affiliation.  Imperials are rare as a good complexion on a sith lord. A person must also wish to live in a friendly and community-minded atmosphere.  Interested people should be willing to stay a declared citizen.

CITY RESTRICTIONS:
No more than a MEDIUM house (or correlating footprint) are allowed as a whole due to available space.  Rare exceptions are decided on a case-by-case basis.  The city prefers Naboo style houses, but generics can also be placed.  Corellian or Tatooine structures cannot be built on Rori at all.

TCG structures can possibly be placed in Solaria on a case-by-case basis.  The Mustafar Bunker is an example of a structure which cannot fit in the city due to the land situation.

Most citizens are members of the guilds GFA and ASF but a PA affiliation is not a guaranteed factor.  To learn more about living in Solaria, please contact Jivaro (best way) or comment on this post.

Almost anyone can host an event in Solaria.  With early notice, permissions can be granted to allow decorations and the like - at least a week or more ahead of time.  There are a number of "friendly neighbors" or "sister cities" Solaria has made acquaintance or affiliation with.  If Solaria hosts any event, these other cities will have open invitations to also attend.

Any species of any gender or affiliation are welcome to this metropolis.  Citizens are expected to treat all visitors in a respectful matter with the expectations visitors have good intentions when making use of our city.

Citizen or not: All comments, complaints, critiques, and suggestions are welcome with no consequences.  Use the contact link or talk box to leave feedback.


Thank you for your time,
-Mayor Jivaro Qel-Jairus