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bo_sox48 (5202

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09 Jul 13 UTC
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Fukushima Chief Masao Yoshida Dies

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/07/09/masao-yoshida-dead_n_3565387.html

Can't say there's many that did braver things than what they did in that plant. Amazing in the least. RIP

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brainbomb (290

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28 Jun 13 UTC

Java Appalet version of diplomacy

I'm surprised given the popularity of live gunboat over the years that nobody has ever developed a live engine for it. Seems like constantly having to hit board buttons or refresh is outdated. This is not 2003. I also understand the difficulty in creating such a program.
Also seems like there should be a computer AI which takes over for CD countries and uses logic and math based forumula to make at least some semblence of moves.

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Invictus (240

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03 Jul 13 UTC

Looks like there's a coup going on in Egypt

http://worldnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2013/07/03/19261466-supporters-of-egyptian-president-say-military-coup-is-underway?lite

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TAEHSAEN (0

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08 Jul 13 UTC

Best Diplomacy Website

Hey guys, I was wondering what your most preferred Diplomacy website?
I am playing in playdiplomacyonline website as well but honestly I prefer this one more since it is more tactical and does not punish you for making wrong clicks.. What do you guys think?

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TheMinisterOfWar (553

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09 Jul 13 UTC

Country draw

From what I understand, country draw is almost, but not quite, random. What calculation is used? It seems to me that this can be slightly problematic at times, especially when multiple games are started at the same time. The gunboat tournament where almost everybody drew 7g4c the first round seems logical suddenly.

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goldfinger0303 (3157

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07 Jul 13 UTC

Subs for The Masters

2 subs needed for the Masters. I have two players who will be dropping out in one weeks time.

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Tru Ninja (1016

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05 Jul 13 UTC
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2 week's notice

Hi all, I am about to begin my career starting August and will e moving my family and wanted to give you all a fond farewell. I don't know if I will return to the webdiplomacy community or not, but in 2 weeks I will at least leave the site for a long time. It's been good getting to know many of you.

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NigeeBaby (100

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08 Jul 13 UTC

Why David Cameron is such a tw*t !!!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/tennis/23225645
This is why our Prime MInister is such a tw*t. He intends the tennis final at Wimbledon and is now convinced that Andy Murray is the most deserving person of a knighthood ...... what a pathetic idiot !!

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redhouse1938 (429

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04 Jul 13 UTC
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Idea for an improvement, click +1 if you like it.

Here's an idea for adding a new element to Diplomacy games: "The Treaty".

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Yellowjacket (835

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08 Jul 13 UTC

Practical advice thread

So my rich and snooty Aunt is coming to visit my house, and I've just noticed it has a rather powerful "animal" smell from my stupid cats.

Fellow pet owners, I intend to clean, but what do you guys do to make sure the air doesn't have that unpleasant pet smell?

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Kangaroo kid (0

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04 Jul 13 UTC
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United States Of America Celebrates Independence Day.

Happy fourth of July to all Americans over the world, and a special thanks to everyone who has fought for our freedom. God bless you.

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TBagJohn (243

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08 Jul 13 UTC

Test Out Moves Software

Is there some software (or functionality with this web interface) that would allow me to input various scenarios to see what would happen - i.e., to do some "what if" inputs before I submit final orders?

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obiwanobiwan (248

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07 Jul 13 UTC

Ridiculous Facts About Famous Folks Thread

The title...know something about a famous somebody that's so insane it can't be true...but it is?

Post it, and let us all behold what silly, silly people we hold up as the pinnacles of our species. :p

17 replies

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tendmote (100

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08 Jul 13 UTC

Opinions on 2013 Ford Focus?

Anyone have any opinions on the latest Ford Focus, where "reasonable car at reasonable price" is considered "good"?

13 replies

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NigeeBaby (100

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08 Jul 13 UTC

Job Vacancy - as long as you can keep your head

http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-latin-america-23215676

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Gen. Lee (7588

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06 Jul 13 UTC

Meta-gaming and non-anon

Where is the line on this? It seems to me that were we all in the same room playing a board game, and then played the board game again you will automatically have predispositions about other players. It that wrong?

43 replies

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Gen. Lee (7588

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02 Jul 13 UTC
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EOG: Confederate Grand Ball #2

gameID=116579

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bo_sox48 (5202

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06 Jul 13 UTC
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Soccer In Iran

This is what soccer in Iran is like. http://espnfc.com/news/story/_/id/1492969/referee-beheaded-killing-player-brazil?cc=5901

Oh wait, that happened in Brazil.

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King Atom (100

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06 Jul 13 UTC
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It is Truly Sad...

...That you can't even go to a philharmonic without a majority of the songs being 'pop' oriented. On the other hand, I did get to see Miss America 2010 (who went to Massaponax High School, my school's second biggest rival) sing, however unprofessional she may be...
Perhaps I should have taken a more direct approach in starting this thread, but I wanted to get to the point that the concert was on the borderline between 'Amazing' and 'Disastrous.'

12 replies

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ePICFAeYL (221

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06 Jul 13 UTC

Calvin Coolidge

I am not exactly sure who it is, but I know somebody in this forum is very obsessed with Mr. Coolidge.
I found this, and thought of whoever that person is.
http://onestophumour.com/picture-1974-best-comebacks-in-history-.html

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Hugo.Chaves (0

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06 Jul 13 UTC

gameID=122589 Kmon Kmon Live Now

gameID=122589

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Lando Calrissian (100

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06 Jul 13 UTC

SIT A LIVE GAME FOR ME?

Starts in 5, something has come up. PM me if this is possible.

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Strauss (758

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29 Jun 13 UTC
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NSA, alleged naivety of European politicians, Obama...

It works everything surreally, but isn't a surprise either.

68 replies

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bo_sox48 (5202

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06 Jul 13 UTC

Draug Hates Nicholas Cage

Let's all punish him by playing in a no-moderators-needed invitational sponsored by the very amazing most awesome person around bo_sox48.

19 replies

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Starside (10

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06 Jul 13 UTC

Gamemaster - Please cancel game Bombs over Berlin

We are playing Bombs over Berlin. Turkey and Austria did not show for the first move. Please cancel the game so we can start with a full 7.

2 replies

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Wizard_Of_Yendor (0

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06 Jul 13 UTC

Could Use a Replacement for Europe

It's the first turn of a World game, and Europe got banned. Starting position, 1 day phases, small 10 point bet. gameID=121970

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abgemacht (1076

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05 Jul 13 UTC

Apple, Post-Jobs

Whether or not you like Apple products, you'd have a hard time arguing the Apple hasn't revolutionized the phone and computer industries over the last 5 years. Recently though, we've seen a lot of trends that are very unApple: products being released before they're ready (Maps) and seemingly random design changes. Is this the typically laziness that comes with being on top for too long, or is it a direct result of losing Jobs?

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bo_sox48 (5202

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03 Jul 13 UTC

Students Know Best

Student loans are about to double, Congress - of course - doesn't give a fuck and does nothing about it. Now they are double. But hey, who cares about Congress, they suck. Let's make these people our leaders because these students in Portland have a *brilliant* idea...

http://www.nytimes.com/2013/07/04/education/in-oregon-a-plan-to-eliminate-tuition-and-loans-at-state-colleges.html?_r=1&

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Jasbrum (100

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27 Jun 13 UTC

Joy Division

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qHYOXyy1ToI

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Mintyboy4 (100

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05 Jul 13 UTC

How does account sitting work?

How does account sitting work on this site? Do you mail the mods telling them when you're away and who you wish to sit you. Tell your password to that player, and that's it? Or is it more complicated than that.
I ask as I may need sitting in the near future, I'm going on holiday in a few weeks, and I don't wish to ask for a pause for over a weeks time.

Alderian (2425 )
05 Jul 13 UTC

You change your password to a temporary password and give that to the account sitter. When you get back, change your password either back to what you had before or to something new. I'm not sure there is a requirement to alert the mods, although it does seem like a good idea since your accounts will appear related at that point.

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