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The mass of nations and regions in NationStates border on the idea of micronationalism. Sometimes, however, the lines have blurred between the two and they interestingly materialise in real-life.

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Opinion | Why Regions Should Have Cards Programs

By Comfed |

Culture and Perspectives

When done properly, a cards program can be a unique opportunity for gameside engagement in any community, Comfed writes. Every region ought to have one and access its full benefits.

Opinion | Worldbuilding in a Non-Western Context

By Arumdaum |

International and Perspectives

Most roleplays in NationStates are geographically and culturally influenced by a Eurocentric worldview. However, players can and should work harder to reimagine their worlds through different lenses, Arumdaum writes.

Opinion | A Cosmopolitan View on Regionalism

By JayDee |

Perspectives

The divide between regionalists and cosmopolitans is but one dichotomy in the world of NationStates. JayDee sits down with three regionalists to explore each side's unique opportunities and challenges.

Worldbuilding A Military: Why You Need More Than Names and Numbers

By Art |

International and Perspectives

Creating a national military in your roleplay should be more than just numbers and leaders, Art writes. Proper worldbuilding requires a consideration of economics, history, and culture too.

Opinion | Who Better To Commend A Nation Than Their Own Region?

By JayDee |

Gameplay and Perspectives

Newly-elected President Peeps is embarking on an initiative called the Europeian Heroes Program, with a focus on commending Europeians. JayDee argues this is the best way to achieve high quality commendations.

Opinion | Don’t Say Meritocracy, Say Oligarchy

By Calvin Coolidge |

Perspectives

Calvin presents the concept of meritocracy and argues that the actual political system of meritocratic regions often primarily resembles oligarchy, with only a few who hold power.

Opinion | The Case Against Fixed Endorsement Caps

By Jay |

Perspectives and Politics

Flexible endorsement caps in The North and South Pacifics have been shown to work well, being more reflective of true population size, Jay argues, and every region should have one.

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