Farewell Address - August 2025
My fellow North Pacificans,
Over the course of my tenure, I have had to make a number of key decisions, on matters pertaining to both domestic and foreign policy. This decision has been the most difficult one of them all. Effective immediately, I am stepping down as the Delegate of The North Pacific. This course of action is one that I have contemplated for weeks now, and I feel is necessary for myself and the community as a whole. It’s hardly a secret that summer has not been an easy one for the region. The summer slump has reared its ugly head, and progress on our projects and my agenda as a whole has not developed as quickly as I would have liked. TNP is in a more difficult place than it has been in years, certainly at least after my arrival in the region. This is the fault of no one - after the Frontier/Stronghold update, we knew we wouldn’t have the resources we once had, but combined with a summer that has been especially unkind to NationStates, TNP faces significant challenges to the activity of the region and community as a whole. On top of all this, I’ve had my own personal setbacks throughout the term, whether it was unexpected illness, or the pressure of my obligations and increasing responsibilities as I prepare for my coming of age.
After clearing the first set of hurdles, I was optimistic and had hope that we could finish the term on a high note. Much to my dismay, they did not end and only continued from there. My first instinct was to fight back and try and push through as best as I can and complete the remainder of the term. As time passed, however, the reality of the region’s situation began to dawn on me. It required far more urgency and immediate, and drastic action. After a period of deep personal reflection, I decided that the drastic action the region needed was my resignation. At this time, the position of Delegate required far more devotion and consistency than it did in the past, given the perils we face. I do not want to cling on to my power at the expense of the region and its future. No person’s pride should be placed above TNP and the community that calls it home, or what it needs.
We don’t get to choose whether the times are easy or hard, and we can’t control when life beyond this game demands more of us than we can give. I’ve poured everything I could into leading the region, doing my best to be the person this community deserved, even as the balance I tried to keep slowly slipped away. Stepping aside, with so much still left in my heart that I wish I could accomplish, is the hardest decision that I’ve ever made, and ultimately, it is one for the common good. My only regret as Delegate was that I was unable to make it to the end myself - and yet, I find myself at peace knowing that I gave TNP the best shot at rejuvenation as early as possible. I could never leave my region entirely, and I will remain in all of my other roles, serving in whatever capacity I’m needed in for the time-being.
As Delegate, I’ve had the privilege of working closely with @Halsoni, and I can say with complete confidence that he is more than ready and fully capable to serve as your Delegate for the remainder of this term. While some may find it unfortunate that my resignation once again leaves us without the opportunity for another election, I had truly hoped to continue in this role until the very last stretch of my term. I also felt it was important not to step aside while the acting Delegate was away, so I waited for his return from his absence before making this decision final. As I made it, I have reflected on who should carry the torch forward, and Ruben’s name has always stood out. He has been one of the most active and committed members of this administration, and has been by my side as the Vice Delegate and Chief of Staff. His dedication and passion for the region is a trait I have seen very few others possess, and his willingness to give so much of himself to this community speaks volumes about his character. I have seen firsthand the passion, drive, and integrity he brings to everything he does. These are exactly the qualities our region needs right now. I have no doubt that while he is entrusted with an enormous responsibility, Ruben will rise to the occasion, meet the challenges ahead, and grow into the best version of himself. I wish him nothing but success in the weeks and months to come, and I trust that the region will give him the same support and trust you have shown me.
The seven months in which I served as Delegate have been a dream come true. It has been my most enjoyable experience on NationStates by far, despite all that we have had to go through. I took over the region at a time when it was showing signs of slowing down, and I knew that our problems would not be fixed overnight, far from it. All I wanted to do was to leave the region in a better place for my successor, and we’ve made a lot of headway in that regard. We have completely changed the way we approach the integration of our newer players into the region, provided foreign affairs education to our residents, strengthened our diplomatic sphere with a new treaty (another one is in the works), and participated in multiple record-breaking military operations. As a cherry on top, our enemies have been vanquished, retreating back into the shadows after a series of devastating defeats. Slowly but surely, we have begun to realize the promises of my campaign, and I’m proud of what the region has been able to accomplish under this administration. I look forward to witnessing the next one continue to build on our agenda and continue to make The North Pacific a great place to be.
One last time,
