This is a follow-up to the proposal post, for characters to ICly argue to Youmi, Nama, and Doro why Hathaway's proposed solution is a good idea. The winning vote was to propose the empresses marry each other, so all arguments must be in support of this solution. Arguments are due 28 February 23:59 UTC.
WHAT DO I DO?
Submit a unique argument for why the empresses should marry in the comments below. Arguments must be between 50-250 words and must be submitted as a summary of what your character would ICly say. Characters may submit arguments in a group or solo. There will be a subthread for anyone looking to group up below!
UNIQUE ARGUMENT?
This means that your argument should not be for the same reasons as anyone else. Because each submission must be a unique argument, you may only be involved in one comment, so choose carefully!
For example, if the solution was to make the Hanabiran national animal a hamster, you could not argue it should be because hamsters are cute if that was already someone's argument; you must choose a different argument, such as hamsters' propensity for chewing wood would be a boon to the logging industry.
You may choose a related topic as well; for example, hamsters being cute because they are small if someone argued that hamsters are cute because they're soft.
WHAT ARGUMENTS NEED TO BE MADE?
Nama and Youmi must be given solid reasons why their marriage will benefit each empress and empire. If you need help thinking of something they could offer each other, looking over the dossier description of each empire may help.
THE SOLUTION WAS ALREADY VOTED ON. WHY DO WE NEED ARGUMENTS?
The mods will be using an algorithm to determine how effective the solution is. What the empresses think of it and how successful it is depends on both quantity and quality of the arguments, as well as other ~secret~ factors. In other words, if only one person submits an argument (and that argument is "because I like hamsters"), the solution will fail. So get brainstorming!
I DIDN'T VOTE FOR IT, BUT I STILL WANT TO ARGUE FOR IT. CAN I?
Absolutely! Characters who decide to help the majority despite their qualms may certainly argue for it.
WHAT IF MY CHARACTER DOESN'T AGREE?
If your character wouldn't argue for the marriage solution, then they certainly don't have to! If they would actively argue against it or for a different solution, you may handwave that they did, but we are only accepting arguments for the winning solution.
Simon has read Doro's half-completed response to Nama's concern for his safety in light of the skirmishes, and since she and Doro are here, he will be arguing that the union of the empires would leave the Flowerlands bookended by powerful allies, and the Empresses now both extended family of its ruler.
This is the best way to protect it when it’s in the vulnerable position of geographically surrounded by two larger empires: give both a vested interest in its safety. Before the Empire of the Crashing Wave “appeared”, this wouldn’t have been a problem, but unless both empires are united, the Flowerlands will always be susceptible to attack by rebels angry about 'false empresses'.
Both empires covet the Flowerlands’ resources and this eliminates the tug-of-war between the three of them and the threat of a smaller territory being dominated by one empire, which would both be bad for the Flowerlands and bad for relations between the empires. Were the empires simply allies, each would still have something to gain by fighting for control of the Flowerlands.
The Flowerlands would remain an independent territory, so they don’t threaten the empires’ matriarchal values and don't lose any autonomy by Nama and Youmi's union; Doro being family of both empires’ rulers gives his lands greater security without any additional power or risk to the empresses. It also provides his people with trade opportunities as the Empresses’ citizens travel between their territories.
The empresses are a bit taken aback by Simon's... unconventional... appearance at first, but quickly forget it once they start discussing with him. Nama is especially swayed by this argument, since she has a vested interest in protecting Doro and his people. While this argument appeals to Youmi more from a logical standpoint than an emotional one, both empresses do appear interested; he can consider this a success.
After the dinner ends, Doro takes Simon aside and personally thanks him for advocating for the Flowerlands, gifting him a small music box that, when played, Simon will discover calms enemies into a non-aggressive state for as long as the music plays (approximately one minute). There is a cool-down period between plays of one day. Doro says he wishes he could give him more, but has little to offer at the moment due to the turmoil.
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axiology2018-02-21 06:42 pm
FLOWERLANDS
This is the best way to protect it when it’s in the vulnerable position of geographically surrounded by two larger empires: give both a vested interest in its safety. Before the Empire of the Crashing Wave “appeared”, this wouldn’t have been a problem, but unless both empires are united, the Flowerlands will always be susceptible to attack by rebels angry about 'false empresses'.
Both empires covet the Flowerlands’ resources and this eliminates the tug-of-war between the three of them and the threat of a smaller territory being dominated by one empire, which would both be bad for the Flowerlands and bad for relations between the empires. Were the empires simply allies, each would still have something to gain by fighting for control of the Flowerlands.
The Flowerlands would remain an independent territory, so they don’t threaten the empires’ matriarchal values and don't lose any autonomy by Nama and Youmi's union; Doro being family of both empires’ rulers gives his lands greater security without any additional power or risk to the empresses. It also provides his people with trade opportunities as the Empresses’ citizens travel between their territories.
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After the dinner ends, Doro takes Simon aside and personally thanks him for advocating for the Flowerlands, gifting him a small music box that, when played, Simon will discover calms enemies into a non-aggressive state for as long as the music plays (approximately one minute). There is a cool-down period between plays of one day. Doro says he wishes he could give him more, but has little to offer at the moment due to the turmoil.