I'd like to see the high quality of the Forums continue. I'm impressed with a lot of the people I meet, and have learned a lot. I probably spend more time in the Forums lately than playing the game, but that could change depending on what I wanna do. I don't see yet where I could do any more to contribute there just because I was on the Council, but ya never know.

I'd like to see the Metaverse have a lot more participation; because it stirs up more competition, and a lot of the people in the various Empires are having a lot of fun doing it. So ... participation+=competition+=more fun for everyone.

I'd like to see Tournaments have increased participation, mainly for the same reasons I'd like to see the Metaverse have a lot more participation. The more, the merrier. I haven't participated in Tournaments. I'm not sure if I want to, but someday I might. The 'requirements' for running for this Council position don't include being a Tournament winner or participating, just to support them, and I do.

I'd like to see the Modding community maintain it's high quality, and have even more fun doing ... whatever it is they do. I'm not a participant, but I think it's cool that so many people are having so much fun doing it. So you can all assume correctly that I will use my godlike omniscient powers of telepathy to assist everyone having fun there too.

Didn't see any mention in the position specs but - has anyone been reading any "AAR's?" Lot's of creativity going on! Kudos to all!

In conclusion: No doubt I have a lot to learn about how things are done, the EULA - and just about everything else, but having fun is what we're here for, and I like to learn. Someday I might be #1 in the Metaverse or the AltMeta, but that will be a long while, if ever. I have a lot to learn about Tournaments and Modding, and I'm making no promises I'll ever be as good as the people doing it now, but I will support everyone the best I can, in the best way I know how. Hope this was short & sweet enuff?

Well, it is an honor just to be nominated

First off I would like to thank the MVC for all of their work so far. The changes made to the AltMeta have really enriched metaverse play options. Even running these elections probably at times feels like a thankless task. So I want to let all of them know that their efforts are appreciated.

An interesting and thriving metaverse can really add to the experience of playing Gal Civ 2. One area of particular interest to me is running tournaments where everyone playing metaverse games can compete together. To the best of my knowledge I'm the first person to run metaverse tournaments here on these message boards. I started in April, and you can see the results here and here. I will continue to work to provide interesting tournament challenges to keep you coming back for more. If elected I will also be able to work with the council on setting up some sort of official tournament system.

But, while this is the metaverse council, I realize for many of you there are elements away from the metaverse that interest you. For much of this year I have done my best to lend my experience with this game to answer people's questions here on the forums. I have literally, actually played close to 200 games of galciv2 over the last year (it took me a while to figure out the metaverse was cool). While perhaps I deserve admonishment for that sort of love of the game, my point is that over playing that many games I have become very familiar with most aspects of this game. I will continue to try and answer anyone's questions - from first time players to seasoned veterans - anytime I think my perspective can be helpful.

This is a rich and complex game that invites you to get lost for hours in its universe, playing for just "one more turn". I also have, and will continue, to try and bring in depth strategy analysis discussions to these forums. Whether it is posting AAR descriptions of how I play, tips on how to beat some of the higher difficulty levels, or analysis of various game mechanics.

Many people have different points of view regarding different aspects of this game. I have also worked to try and encourage all ideas and viewpoints, even when I disagree. I do my best (and I'm sure I can improve) to treat everyone on here with respect. Flame wars help no one. I have my own prejudices and opinions, but everyone is entitled to their opinion, and looking at the game through someone else's eyes can help you to see aspects you overlooked. If elected as a councilor, I will continue to try and promote a civil tone even when emotions get heated.

I even suggested using the PM system as a voting method for this election!

In short, if elected I will do my best to use my experience and analysis to help the galciv community. Whether that involves changes to the metaverse, tournaments, answering questions or just conversing with people I find on these forums. I have my own perspective, but I will also endeavor to do my best to represent the community as a whole.

Finally, I really want to wish everyone I'm running against the best of luck. I'm sure that each of us will do our all for the galciv community.

So, do your part. Vote for two of us. Send a private message vote to one of the three councilors listed in the first post. Take care.

- Wyndstar

Wow, what a hard act to follow. Firstly, good luck to all nominee's and i'm sure the only winner in these elections will be the Metaverse and the community. There really is no way anyone can lose given the support the nominee's have already shown to the cause.

There was much said above by Wyndstar and ElWhopO that i agree with and i echo their comments, so rather than say what has been said already i will move on...

As i said before in my original speech, why do i deserve your vote? I don't. None of us deserve to be apart of the MVC, but that is the beauty of free elections, you the casual player....you the wise veteran....or you the enthusiastic noob, can give us the chance to show we deserve your vote by doing the community proud and improving the game experience we are all here for.

The experience i have had here on these forums is amazing. I really do enjoy taking part in the many conversations/debates on these forums and would love for the interest shown in this game and the MV to have a long life. Arousing interest in the MV is of paramount importance to me, and i would say my main goal as a councilor is to further the community's interest in the game and the MV. The MV tournaments is just the begining. A Mod MV has been mentioned and as a modder myself, would love to see this implemented plus there are many more ideas yet to see the light of day. I want them. I want to play in them and i think i can help shape them. Also, i love new ideas and concepts, these bring new life and new players and i for one would love to hear anyone's ideas on the game, and then, with luck help implement those ideas.

My game experience notwithstanding, though i am proud of my acheivements and believe i understand the game very well, it is my "forum presence" and my "fire in the belly" as it was put, that provides me with the tools to achieve the goals needed.

It is my nature to "call it like i see it", that i hope appeals to voters, coupled with my game knowledge and time to devote to these forums, i can help the MV grow and help the MVC bring the game to the community in a way never intended and nor imagined.

This is your community, your MV and your MVC. You the voter have the power...please use it. Thankyou to all who believe i can be a councilor and thankyou to all who participate in these elections, no matter the outcome.......we win!

Neilo.

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A quick thankyou to Mumble and the entire MVC for their continued efforts and dedication to the MV.

Whats the list of designated Councilors?

Good luck to everyone

Thank you

Well I have read all the great write ups from my other fellow candidates and I wish I could vote for all of them. More importantly I wish that everyone who is a part of the forums will cast their votes. When I first started playing on Metaverse I had no idea who thought it up or kept it running, I just enjoyed playing and posting my scores to see if I could get somewhere near the top (no such luck). I never understood how it all worked and what efforts were going on behind the scenes

But now I have a chance to be a active voice and participant in making the metaverse better and more enjoyable for all, a bit of repayment for all of the great hours I have spent playing on it, and this is why I decided to get off my backside and do something. So! If by a cast of votes I actually make it onto the council I would do my best to offer suggestions of improvement, I would accept delegated responsibilities,
try to answer any questions from any one, and offer help when ever I could.

Even though I have been active on the forums scince GCII came out, I think that working on the council would provide an opportunity for my own personal growth, in that I can see myself having a huge learning curve in an area that I have not really had too much experience in. The good part is that if I'm a bit new I may come with ideas that others may not a thought of. You never know!

Finally! Thanks to the Metaverse team for organising the voting proceedure and all the great work they have done in the past. Good luck to the rest of the candidates, and regardless of what happens, let's all continue to make this forum, the modding community and game the best that it can be.

Regards,
Lynx xxx

even though i'm not in The High Command Hegemony does my vote still count? if it does then mine would be on neilo or Wyndstar (which ever has the least votes).

Im not in The High Command Hegemony either, my PM, although rather cheekily formulated, was recognized nonetheless ...and replied to in a refreshingly humorous way.
Being in a specific empire doesnt qualify or disqualify anyone for voting, as MottiKhan already pointed out.



The votes are specifically related to the two positions new councilors are sought for, hence only one vote per candidate will be recognized, since both positions cannot be filled by one person.

Let me just say that it is good to see such a good selection of high quality candidates. There are clearly more than two people I would have liked to vote for. You should all be commended for stepping forward to take on the extra work.

I voted, have you?

LostHeroTainted, please PM your vote to either Macmatt, MarshallONeil or myself. As mentioned what empire you're in doesn't matter. But the reason we're having the votes sent by PM instead of just posting them in the thread is that we don't want folks simply "jumping on the bandwagon" for whoever seems to be ahead (or behind or whatever). We will publish the complete results once the election is over but in the meantime who has the least or most votes is not public information. Also there are two MVC councilor positions open so please vote for two people. If neilo and Wyndstar are your choices then that's fine but we need to receive this in a PM not posted here.

If you're unsure of how to send a PM see my reply #13 of this thread. Thanks for your support, but please follow through and send the PM because your vote is important to us.

MyNickName01's votes have been recieved, recorded, and responded to - which I have also been doing from the start.

Here's a copy of my voting sticker for you, MyNickName01. It has the HCH logo on it, because I figured you'd want the best.   It's also easy modify it using Paint and rehost it on imageshack if you want something else...

Very nice Marshall Though my opinion is somewhat biased....



Yes i agree. I hope that the response is overwhelming actually.

It would be great to see every one get involved in these elections, after all it's your Metaverse. Please vote if you have not already...

"The bigger the voice, the bigger the impact"