Intergalactic Summit

Saisa IGS, allow me to introduce myself (to those who don't know me already). My name is Korsavius, or simply "Kor", and I am Caldari. Not by blood, of course, but rather in spirit if there is such a thing. That is one of the beautiful things about this State; anyone, anyone can come here and make a decent life for themselves if they choose to work for it. One can be embraced by the community, and revered as a great contributor to society. By no means is the State a walk in the meadow, however - it gets tough. This is natural to a hypercapitalistic society, and it is definitely not meant for everyone. There is no perfect government. Anyone who would believe in such a thing has no mature grasp of reality, but this system works for us. This is the Caldari way.

Enough about the State, though. There is a wealth of other posts on this forum for such talk. I would like to focus more on the Gallente Federation, and how it intertwines with the State.

I visit the Federation on occasion, not often, but plenty times enough. What I see can be quite disgusting to me at times. Cheap sexual pleasures for sale, trash holo-videos/movies, luxuries that only the wealthy can flaunt, corrupt politicians out hoarding for themselves, and bad pop music. Yes, one can say the Gallente take hedonism to the extreme. These hedonistic tendencies are often target of the more...shall we say, "right-wing" Caldari. An unfair practice as the State is home to its fair share of unattractive things, such as gambling like there is no tomorrow.

At the same time, the most beautiful things I've layed witness to reside in the Federation. Streets and walls made of shimmering crystal, metropolises of exquisite and organic design, and artwork to soothe the most troubled minds. I myself own a small collection of hand-painted Intaki portraits which I use to decorate my office quarters. Yes, one can say the Gallente are the manifestation of progress of human capability and spirit. I find it fascinating how a nation which praises individualism can come together in such a cohesive manner, much like water molecules in swishing liquid. Whereas the Gallente are the liquid form of water, the Caldari are the solid form - rigid and steadfast where it counts. At the end of the day, we are both of the same substance - water.

I have often come across many a Federation citizen who possesses a passion for their home, much like the Caldari do for theirs. So, yes, I have come to notice the differences between the State and the Federation are ever so thin. Perhaps I am biased, being of Minmatar blood, but perhaps I am not. My heart and mind are forever bound to the State, do not ever doubt that.

I shall end this with a sentence that has forever been etched into my memory. It was said by the most beautiful woman I have ever met, and her words spoken with a thick Gallentean accent still perplex me to this day.

"I know the two have their differences, and that is fine, really. As for me, I am ******* crazy...but I am free."

Excellent sentiments, Korsavius-haan.

Msr. Tuulinen's sentiments were well chosen.

Msr Korsavius Your thoughtful and fair analysis of our respective cultures is no doubt indicative of a rational and reflective mind.

You do yourself and all.. Caldari proud.

Waste? Such as masochistic adoration of mythical figures?

Wasn't an argument made just yesterday in the summit by yourself and Stitcher, that in order to be Caldari you need to have blood traceable back to Caldari Prime? Because I distinctly recall that in you and his words, even the Achura are not caldari, and are merely another type of jaijii. By that very precise and exacting definition that was given to me, Mr. Korsavius would not qualify for the title of Caldari.

As for the content of the original message. I'm not precisely sure the point that is being made. It seems to ramble on without reaching any sort of conclusion. Statements without anything to bind them together into a cohesive message.

Mr. Korsavius, I must ask, what exactly was the purpose behind this message?

If you came here expecting to read some grand theoretical essay, then I'm sorry to say you will be disappointed. What I said here can be considered random ranting if you wish. They are mere observations and sentiments I felt like expressing, nothing more. Carry on, pilot.

Unfortunately, taken into account deeds of your corporation, especially towards those, who were protecting the State in trouble times, and making blue treaties with those, who were seeking destruction of the State, I can't believe you.

You will need something more than just empty words. For example, ditching your corporation as a start and enlisting yourself to wash your name with blood of enemies.

I've never come across the attitude.

From what I've seen the main thing stopping Civire/Deteis from pairing off is simply a lack of physical attraction.

I agree, lots of people waste their lives only in adoration of mythical figures. But many others can create a greater good through that adoration, feeding the poor, guiding the lost, giving comfort to those who need it. As I said, what matters is what you do, but specially the purpose that guides you to it.

How strange would it be if, alone among the stars, Civire and Deteis only found their own race attractive? I know that I, personally, find the traits of many of the Cluster's races to be admirable. Minmatar, Amarrian, Gallentean - why could I find things in those races that attracted me and not find something in the Deteis?