- TNP Nation
- McMasterdonia
The North Pacific Army: 6 Month Anniversary
On April 13th after discussion with the then Delegate Blue Wolf II, I took the oath of office and became the Minister for Defence. It was on that day, that the planning and foundations were laid for the return of the North Pacific Army as a vital part of the community of The North Pacific.
It's had its ups and downs, like all new projects. It has been an amazing new part of our community, it has provided opportunities for many new players to get involved and to make a vital contribution to The North Pacific. The NPA has become a community in itself, its members respect each other, and we work hard to maintain a community of friendship, solidarity, good humour and fun.
For me personally it was an opportunity, like none that I had expected. I don't know if at the time, I knew that I would learn so much, or that the NPA could be taken as far to this point as it has been. I've worked hard at it, getting the code of conduct in place, recruiting, and planning missions. I have not done this alone, the whole way I have been supported by the vital community of the NPA.
Every single member who has gone beyond simply signing up, has helped in this process. Ator, Blue Wolf II and Scandigrad were vital in the early days and in establishing the code of governance. Gladio has played a vital role in the organization of missions, in training new people, and in leading missions when I am not around or unavailable. Every member, past and present, has made this experience truly valuable and enjoyable.
I will never forget the first time we decided to raid a region, and the drama that followed. It was a learning curve for us all, and if anything I think that made our resolve and character stronger. It is my hope that this time the NPA will sustain itself and continue to fight for the North Pacific, and will continue to provide opportunity for new players to get involved in the workings of our region, and the fine community of the NPA.
Since its reformation the NPA has taken part in 76 missions. Notably including the attempted liberations of Stargate, the protection of Goauld System Lords, the liberation of St Abbaddon, holding Warzone Africa for more than 20 days, and a liberation attempt of Ohio (where we were able to deploy 10+) with UDL assistance.
The NPA has also provided vital opportunity for us to re-engage with our allies. The NPA has led to strong military collaboration and dialogue with The South Pacific and Osiris. When we work together, we are a force to be reckoned with. This has only caused our ties to these allies to become stronger. The NPA has also become more well known inter-regionally, and requests for assistance from us have been made on several occasions. As this continues, opportunities for TNP to increase its relations and security pacts with other regions will continue and become more relevant.
One of my favourite parts of The North Pacific Army, has been that it offers opportunities like no other for the new player to get involved. All it takes is signing up, and being available with the correct resources at update time. I feel that TNP needs to increase these opportunities in other areas, I'm not sure I would be here today as a Minister if it was not for Blue Wolf II giving me, a new player, his trust and the opportunity to serve.
Ministers come and go, delegates come and go, and soldiers come and go. It's my hope that the NPA will remain always, steadfast in its dedication to TNP, and forever a community for TNP.
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Mcmasterdonia
Minister for Defence
