Intergalactic Summit

So I'm sure we all know about CODE and their ganking operations by now, and occasionally we'll see random people pop up and complain that they suck, etc. Some have even (unsuccessfully) taken up arms in an attempt to stop their harassment.

I would like to issue a proposal to all capsuleers of New Eden. It's probably nothing new, but I'd like to see the public's responses anyways.

So, what I would like to propose is the following: No more mining, and no more ship manufacturing. For at least three months. Everywhere.

I know that to some of the large alliances that this may seem impossible due to pre-existing wars, but I would like to crash the economy to make a point. Some capsuleers have been privately funding CODE to continue their harassment in Lonetrek (amongst other places), and until they run out of ships and ISK, their actions will continue unabated.

If the entire population stops mining and building ships for 3 months, the current supply of ships and ore/minerals will plummet, prices will skyrocket, and it will eventually become unfeasible for these groups to operate. Combine that with the upcoming design changes to the industrial refining processors, and they won't be able to snatch up mineral-rich modules and melt those down to build ships either.

While I realize that what I am proposing is a larger scale than their current operations, the entire universe can use this opportunity to make a stand and prove to "Concord" that we are tired of CODE's actions. "Concord" has always taken the stance that if something bothers capsuleers enough, that we will rally together and eliminate the bothersome entities, without their intervention.

As I understand, CODE has been operating for over a year at this point (if not longer). We obviously can't eliminate CODE as it currently stands today because of their wealthy benefactors, and this could possibly be our only solution. I know it would be hard work, and require the dedication of capsuleers from every corner of New Eden, but I honestly think we could do it if we all buckled down and do what needs to be done.

I would like to propose that this action be taken immediately, until such a time that it becomes extremely cost-prohibitive to replace a ship that CODE would otherwise lose to Concord. Any delay will allow CODE to stockpile ships, materials and ISK required to allow them to continue operating.

Care to elaborate your reasons for a single-word dismissal?

I concur, but this more than a miner strike. What I am proposing is a universe-wide industrial shutdown.

I'm also aware that cooperation is something lacking in many capsuleers, so implementing this proposal may take some time. I would implore that anyone who reads this broadcast publish a formal response, and spread the word amongst the industrial community.

Howdy! Thank you for your input.

I understand that this will affect more than the intended target, but that is part of the point. Due to the fact that not every capsuleer reads these broadcasts, I believe that we will need to take these actions to draw a large scale attention to the matter.

It is unfortunate that everyone would pay the price for one group of capsuleers, but until the available funding and ships are depleted, I believe that this handful of capsuleers will continue their actions.

Whether they choose to take a vacation, is an unavoidable action on their part. Moving their operations wouldn't make much difference during a shutdown though, unless they can still acquire ships to attack industrialists. That would be unfortunate, but I do believe that if an industry shutdown were to occur (even a partial one), anyone funding their operation would hopefully be easier to identify.

At any rate, a decreased market of ore and ships would increase costs, would still provide a noticeable affect to them and their benefactors. As well, should they choose to spend their time doing their own industry, that is less time they can spend attacking other capsuleers. A net benefit overall, in my opinion.

I will admit, that in my current location, they are not impacting me either. That wasn't always the case though, but I am no longer a resident of Lonetrek. However, due to recent attacks in the trade hubs, said impact towards my person could soon change in the future.

I agree that if people fly smart, they could avoid such incidents, but that alone does not prevent them. Any ship can fall, regardless of it's fittings, whether it takes 5 seconds, or 30 seconds. As well, there are lots of capsuleers who have never heard of such incidents until they are the unfortunate recipient. These are the capsuleers most deserving of such actions on our behalf, regardless of whether or not they choose to equip their ships with defensive modules after such an incident.

One problem with officially declaring war though, is that capsuleers can choose to leave their current corporation (or choose not to join one in the first place), which makes them immune to war-based actions. I have seen this happen on many occasions, and this disturbs me. CODE is not the only entity that performs attacks on industrialists, but they are one of the most talked about.

I also find it disturbing that you are suggesting I move to a wormhole, due to the fact that you refer to yourself as a wormhole pirate. I'm willing to overlook that for the time being. As for your family, I am not asking you to force anyone to do anything, this is purely a voluntary effort.

However, I would like capsuleers to take this proposal seriously. If you feel that I am barking up the wrong tree, I respect your opinion.

*Looks at Brian Harrelstein's currrent corporation*

Yes, that annoys me too.

Goodness me Miss Denton. You're looking rather ... ravishing.

*Blinks and shakes head*

Anyway...

Excuse me Mr Harrelstein...

... Pirate?

I'm not sure where you're hearing such scurrilous slander but I can assure you I'm nothing of the sort. I don't even live in Empire, and to classify something as piracy I've always believed you need laws and a proper society. Both of these things are scattered, arguable and for the most part non-existant where I come from sir.

(( Just FYI, my signature is pretty much an OOC thing written by me, not by Erica, to give a chuckle and some context to her character. She wouldn't actually wear the word "pirate" on her forehead and in fact detests the insinuation that she is one ;) Bio pages and sigs are generally taken in a 3rd-person or OOC context ))

Anyway, I shall endeavour to calm myself.

Barking up the wrong tree? Not at all. I just think your idea will see you have a terrible time trying to climb that tree. What you're suggesting is effectively the biggest undertaking that anyone in New Eden ever has. And for what? Some group in Empire that annoys a certain niche of it's society? I think you're over-stating exactly who CODE is and drastically over-estimating the effect they have, as much as I'm sure they'd hate to agree with me.


And therein sir is half the problem. You're feeding them credence and status merely by publishing your idea and trying to make it seem like dealing with CODE is everyone's responsibility and a matter of some urgency or importance, thus you're giving them the same importance.

Uhhhh...

Thanks for the ... support?

When you're a lil older you can come do fun stuff too. Ok?

Is ok.

Don't mind Shelby. She's just as quick to scream in my face as she is in my defence, ah.


But why sir?

There are things I'd love to take action for, or against. But reality just doesn't always match up to my desires. In more ways that one. So I get on with life and do my best to focus purely on the things -I- enjoy. Even if by some miracle you managed to destroy CODE then another will take their place. There will always be such people in our universe sir, and if you spend all your time trying to combat them ... well, you won't have much of a life outside of that obsession.

They must have really upset you huh? Or those you speak for, for you to have put so much thought into this idea.

Personally I've no interest in halting the actions of CODE, or any other organization for that matter. I work for a group who engages in combat of opportunity and mercenary work. If I saw a CODE pilot in a wormhole system I'd probably shoot them, likewise if I was paid to do so. But this is true of anyone I would encounter, unless they're a friend or guest in my family's system.

I never said that at all.

Just that I'm not personally interested in going out of my way to make such people "pay", and that your idea to do so left much to be desired. But still, the sentiment is admirable, as I said.