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The Mittani
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
7243
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Posted - 2012.03.28 20:58:00 -
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Though I have received many letters of support (my inbox is full of these, and for them I thank you) and the major bloggers have called for me to remain on as Chair, there are still some who doubt the sincerity of my apology to the player concerned, who - unlike those attempting to make hay from my mistake - is the person that matters here. I said that I would resign; to demonstrate the sincerity of my words and my apology, I will do just that.
With the increasingly high profile of the CSM in the wake of the Incarna Emergency Summit and the amazing turnout we had for the CSM7 elections, I have come to the conclusion that my two roles in EVE - that of the Chairman of the CSM as Alexander Gianturco, and the leader of Goonswarm as "The Mittani" are increasingly incompatible. It is, fundamentally, a problem of hats.
As the leader of Goonswarm I must be willing to make ruthless decisions and take actions that many players find objectionable - griefing, ganking, scamming, 'dishonorable' fleet tactics, espionage, metagaming, blowing up everyone who tries to mine Gallente Ice, sponsoring Hulkageddon, et cetera - whatever it takes to defend my people in this, the most exceedingly hostile galaxy to grace the internet. As Darius JOHNSON, the previous Goonswarm leader once said, "[Goonswarm] is not here to destroy /the/ game, but /your/ game.
Yet as Chairman of the CSM and Alexander Gianturco, I need to put a good face on CCP's experimental player democracy and keep my nose clean. Inevitably, these two roles conflict with one another; when Goonswarm does what it does in EVE, this reflects on the CSM as a whole, purely due to my position as both Chairman and alliance leader. If I abandon the brutalist tactics of an alliance leader in hopes of keeping the CSM's image pristine, I hamstring my people ingame and do a disservice to the line members who rely on me. In addition, the enemies of Goonswarm assault the CSM and CCP itself unfairly due to the in-game actions of our alliance.
After the successful restructuring of CCP, I am convinced that most of the hard work of the CSM is already done - CCP is now focusing on spaceships instead of avatars, and the success of CSM6 has led to a solid and competent crop of player representatives in CSM7 with a much greater turnout, demonstrating ever-more faith and trust from the playerbase in the concept of the CSM. This changes things for the CSM, as well as the Chairman title
During Goonswarm's highly successful Gallente Ice Interdiction there were calls for my resignation as Chairman; those calls increased when Goonswarm began to use false supercap sales as a method of closing the gap between us and our in-game enemies' supercap fleets. We are now planning an attempt to destroy Jita itself. All of these actions are entirely legitimate within the brutal world of EVE, yet, in the coming months, if I continue to hold the title of Chairman, CCP will be enduring one PR nightmare after another as Goonswarm's in-game actions unfairly reflect back upon the CSM as a whole through the Chairman title. It is increasingly important that the Chair be a GÇÿgood citizenGÇÖ in the game itself - and I cannot be a good citizen and simultaneously lead my alliance of magnificent bastards.
With CSM7's term beginning on April 4th, I now exercise my right as the winner of the election with 10,058 votes to decline the office of Chairman. It will then be up to CSM7 as a group to decide how to proceed regarding the Chair. As a member of the CSM without a title, what I do as the leader of Goonswarm will no longer unfairly reflect on the CSM as a whole - leaving me and my people free to do as we please without needing to consider corporate, political, or media ramifications every time we make a **** joke, offend someone, or sell a supercap made of vapor.
The Mittani, CSM7: Vote Here - One EVE. One Vote. One Chairman
The Office of the Chairman: A Thread for Constituent Issues |
Lenrir Andven
Merch Industrial
Goonswarm Federation
26
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:01:00 -
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o7 Mittani |
Blawrf McTaggart
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
704
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:01:00 -
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CHAIRMAN OF MY HEART |
Two step
Aperture Harmonics
K162
1602
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:01:00 -
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I don't think this decision is the best one for the game, but it is Mitten's decision to make, and I support him 100%. What he is doing is what he thinks is best for the game as a whole, which is what he has been doing during the entire CSM 6 term.
Vote Two step for CSM7
CSM 6 Alternate Delegate
@two_step_eve on Twitter
My Blog |
Alavaria Fera
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
269
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:01:00 -
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Supercap 3rd party of my heart~
Take all the tech
Build all the titans
Drop all the POSes
Bees incoming, nerf ERRYTHING ERRYDAY |
Darius III
Interstellar eXodus
BricK sQuAD.
1189
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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This is a cynical half hearted gesture that rings very hollow. You have brought disgrace on the CSM, CCP and the Eve community in general. While I suppose it is "better than nothing" it does not undo the damage you have caused us all. Stepping down entirely is the only way to remove the stain of your poor judgement.
I ask you to look beyond your power mad aspirations and do the right thing for us all: Step down from the CSM so that we can begin the healing process and get some closure. Mainstream gaming media will adore you for it and the players will rejoice. Merely abdicating the Chair is a token gesture that will be viewed with cynicism not from just your detractors, but by everyone who is familiar with who your really are. I am outraged that you think this does anything to address the severity of what you have done to us all.
Instead of this token gesture, if in fact this what you think will atone for what you have done-do something meaningful and quit the the Council completely so that the CSM may once again enjoy the respect of the player base. I urge you to take into account the bigger picture and for once-do the right thing. Your full resignation is the one and only this that will set this right.
CCP has rededicated themselves to improving Eve and are by and large doing a terrific job at it. My personal faith in them is largely restored. I think the coming changes will revitalize Eve and bring joy to the masses. |
adopt
Brutor Tribe
Minmatar Republic
342
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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The Mittani for CSM8 Chairman.
Shadoo > Always remember to fit Cynosural Field Generator I, have 450 Liquid Ozone in your cargo and convo a friendly Pandemic Legion member if you have a capital or super capital ship tackled.
FREE XOLVE ~ THE HERO TEST NEEDS |
Li Malak
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
19
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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**** Everyone, Death2SuperCaps, and the World shall Burn.
~10,058~ |
Ines Fy
Heroes of the Past
Goonswarm Federation
3
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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my CEO |
Karadion
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
658
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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The Mittani will always be the King of Space. Next year, CSM8 Chairman Vile Rat. |
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Koby Botick
Eighty Joule Brewery
Goonswarm Federation
42
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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Command me to destroy Jita in your stead, my lord.
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Gicer
Bat Country
Goonswarm Federation
20
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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The CEO we deserve. |
Donau
Merch Industrial
Goonswarm Federation
21
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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Chairman in spirit |
ChYph3r
Multiplex Gaming
SpaceMonkey's Alliance
24
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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Much Monkey Love for the Mittens!
AMP - Angry Monkey Podcast |
hfo df
Ramm's RDI
Tactical Narcotics Team
3
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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<3 |
Scatim Helicon
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
335
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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The Mittani wrote: We are now planning an attempt to destroy Jita itself.
It is on, yo
Titans were never meant to be "cost effective", its a huge ****.-á- CCP Oveur, 2006
~If you want a picture of the future of WiS, imagine a spaceship, stamping on an avatar's face. Forever. |
Karadion
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
658
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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Darius III wrote: This is a cynical half hearted gesture that rings very hollow. You have brought disgrace on the CSM, CCP and the Eve community in general. While I suppose it is "better than nothing" it does not undo the damage you have caused us all. Stepping down entirely is the only way to remove the stain of your poor judgement.
I ask you to look beyond your power mad aspirations and do the right thing for us all: Step down from the CSM so that we can begin the healing process and get some closure. Mainstream gaming media will adore you for it and the players will rejoice. Merely abdicating the Chair is a token gesture that will be viewed with cynicism not from just your detractors, but by everyone who is familiar with who your really are. I am outraged that you think this does anything to address the severity of what you have done to us all.
Instead of this token gesture, if in fact this what you think will atone for what you have done-do something meaningful and quit the the Council completely so that the CSM may once again enjoy the respect of the player base. I urge you to take into account the bigger picture and for once-do the right thing. Your full resignation is the one and only this that will set this right.
Shut up |
IntegralHellsing
Eternity INC.
Goonswarm Federation
60
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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My LEADER |
Kitfox Mikakka
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
74
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:02:00 -
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Sad you're declining the chairmanship, but glad you're sticking with the CSM and the CFC. Thanks, Mittani. |
Nissan101
Dreddit
Test Alliance Please Ignore
2
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:03:00 -
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like this post |
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knobber Jobbler
108
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:03:00 -
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Two Step for CSM Chairman! |
Kamteix
Les chevaliers de l'ordre
Goonswarm Federation
5
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:03:00 -
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MY CEO <3 |
Blawrf McTaggart
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
704
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:03:00 -
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Darius III wrote: This is a cynical half hearted gesture that rings very hollow. You have brought disgrace on the CSM, CCP and the Eve community in general. While I suppose it is "better than nothing" it does not undo the damage you have caused us all. Stepping down entirely is the only way to remove the stain of your poor judgement.
I ask you to look beyond your power mad aspirations and do the right thing for us all: Step down from the CSM so that we can begin the healing process and get some closure. Mainstream gaming media will adore you for it and the players will rejoice. Merely abdicating the Chair is a token gesture that will be viewed with cynicism not from just your detractors, but by everyone who is familiar with who your really are. I am outraged that you think this does anything to address the severity of what you have done to us all.
Instead of this token gesture, if in fact this what you think will atone for what you have done-do something meaningful and quit the the Council completely so that the CSM may once again enjoy the respect of the player base. I urge you to take into account the bigger picture and for once-do the right thing. Your full resignation is the one and only this that will set this right.
Broke any NDAs lately? |
Infinimo
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
430
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:03:00 -
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ground floor
e: well ****
Theta Squad best squad.
Monocle crew represent~
10,058 |
Alucard Nosforatu
The Riot Formation
Get Off My Lawn
3
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:03:00 -
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"I choose Goonswarm."
<3 |
Levy Break
Martyr's Vengence
Test Alliance Please Ignore
15
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:03:00 -
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You will always be the chairman to all of us, Mittani, weather someone else has the title or not. |
Ines Fy
Heroes of the Past
Goonswarm Federation
3
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:03:00 -
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Darius III wrote: This is a cynical half hearted gesture that rings very hollow. You have brought disgrace on the CSM, CCP and the Eve community in general. While I suppose it is "better than nothing" it does not undo the damage you have caused us all. Stepping down entirely is the only way to remove the stain of your poor judgement.
I ask you to look beyond your power mad aspirations and do the right thing for us all: Step down from the CSM so that we can begin the healing process and get some closure. Mainstream gaming media will adore you for it and the players will rejoice. Merely abdicating the Chair is a token gesture that will be viewed with cynicism not from just your detractors, but by everyone who is familiar with who your really are. I am outraged that you think this does anything to address the severity of what you have done to us all.
Instead of this token gesture, if in fact this what you think will atone for what you have done-do something meaningful and quit the the Council completely so that the CSM may once again enjoy the respect of the player base. I urge you to take into account the bigger picture and for once-do the right thing. Your full resignation is the one and only this that will set this right.
You need help |
Reduvius
GoonWaffe
Goonswarm Federation
129
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:04:00 -
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Dear Leader of my heart. |
Nissan101
Dreddit
Test Alliance Please Ignore
2
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:04:00 -
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Darius III wrote: This is a cynical half hearted gesture that rings very hollow. You have brought disgrace on the CSM, CCP and the Eve community in general. While I suppose it is "better than nothing" it does not undo the damage you have caused us all. Stepping down entirely is the only way to remove the stain of your poor judgement.
I ask you to look beyond your power mad aspirations and do the right thing for us all: Step down from the CSM so that we can begin the healing process and get some closure. Mainstream gaming media will adore you for it and the players will rejoice. Merely abdicating the Chair is a token gesture that will be viewed with cynicism not from just your detractors, but by everyone who is familiar with who your really are. I am outraged that you think this does anything to address the severity of what you have done to us all.
Instead of this token gesture, if in fact this what you think will atone for what you have done-do something meaningful and quit the the Council completely so that the CSM may once again enjoy the respect of the player base. I urge you to take into account the bigger picture and for once-do the right thing. Your full resignation is the one and only this that will set this right.
did you have that written down somewhere ready for this post? I mean c'mon it had been like 3 minutes.. -___- |
Lenrir Andven
Merch Industrial
Goonswarm Federation
26
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Posted - 2012.03.28 21:04:00 -
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Darius III wrote: This is a cynical half hearted gesture that rings very hollow. You have brought disgrace on the CSM, CCP and the Eve community in general. While I suppose it is "better than nothing" it does not undo the damage you have caused us all. Stepping down entirely is the only way to remove the stain of your poor judgement.
I ask you to look beyond your power mad aspirations and do the right thing for us all: Step down from the CSM so that we can begin the healing process and get some closure. Mainstream gaming media will adore you for it and the players will rejoice. Merely abdicating the Chair is a token gesture that will be viewed with cynicism not from just your detractors, but by everyone who is familiar with who your really are. I am outraged that you think this does anything to address the severity of what you have done to us all.
Instead of this token gesture, if in fact this what you think will atone for what you have done-do something meaningful and quit the the Council completely so that the CSM may once again enjoy the respect of the player base. I urge you to take into account the bigger picture and for once-do the right thing. Your full resignation is the one and only this that will set this right.
Trying to use this for political gain on an internet space game? Shame on you DariusIII, shame on you. |
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