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The Magazine / Freelance submissions / Martial Arts tradition fading away
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on: February 18, 2009, 07:40:42 AM
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Started by Master Hung | Last post by Master Hung
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I have taught martial arts for almost forty years since I arrived on Rubi-Ka in my early 20's.
Now I am sixty, losing my hair and also losing hope to see young ones take up the ancient tradition of the martial arts. Fewer neutrals have become martial artists in the past decade.
When I started as an instructor there would be two dozens people eager to learn every year. These days, I'm lucky to find one in a year.
Nanotechnology has been replacing true skills. The mysterious symbiants from that shadowlands dimension enhance people's bodies faster than light it seems. What happened to meditation under a waterfall? running up mountains or just practicing moves in the forest?
I haven't seen anyone do those things, at least in the past five years.
It seems like it's more convenient to just upload some nanos on your NCU and slap some fancy implants or symbiants and save 20 years of honest hard work. It began as an omni attitude for "efficiency". Then the clans, of course, didn't want to allow their enemy to have an edge.
So after both sides began doing this, fellow neutrals slowly fell into this pitfall. I spend more time dealing with disrespectful youths making fun of my accent than teaching anyone at all.
Well that, and kicking Borealis Omni-Pol guards in the face, for illegally occupying the town. I hold no hope for a change in this; it is likely that after I'm gone nobody will be my successor.
Because the bottom line here is that rubikans have no respect for traditions anymore, be it martial arts or anything else of worth. As my old teacher used to say "May the bliss of enlightenment hit you on the head".
Sincerely
Master Hung
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The Magazine / Freelance submissions / Words of Wisdom by Master Hung!
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on: February 09, 2009, 06:52:42 PM
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Started by Master Hung | Last post by Master Hung
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Master Hung will share wisdom with you now.
Watch where you walk, you may step on poop, or tail of very big monster.
Awareness of surroundings very important, specially when in search of beer.
Always clear browser history after surfing the gridnet, for you do not want world to know you visit "lol leets" gridsite daily.
In doubt, run fast.
To foe two options give. To leave in peace or in pieces. If more than one, always go with pieces.
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The Magazine / Latest News / Appearance of ICC Rep sparks debate at the Newland City Council
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on: February 08, 2009, 12:29:25 AM
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Started by Editor Marlowe | Last post by Editor Marlowe
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The Newland City Council was surprised today by the arrival of the ICC representative Gerulf Riechstain at the monthly meeting. Riechstain, who allegedly ignored previous requests to meet with Newland citizens was immediately given the floor by General Hekkat in the absence of the Mayor. The council attendees learned that the reason for his being there was a request for information regarding the recent attack on an ICC shipment.
"We are not sure of the reason for our convoy to be targeted, it's cargo was restricted to standard suupplies and medical supplies for our various Peacekeeper outposts on Rubi-ka. If any of you have information that could lead to finding the culprits, the ICC would be greatly in your debt." Said Mr. Riechstain.
Previous press reports suggest stong evidence that the clan Red Freedom was responsible for the attack in question. Questions and debate about the subject raged through the meeting, including what kind of debt the ICC would be willing to pay for such information. Suggestions ranged from the return of Borealis through weapons to ice-cream.
During the discussion, Mr. Riechstain was heard to say: "I am sure that Omni-Tek would be happy to replace your security force if it is a problem." And debate turned to the motives of the ICC representative's presence at the meeting.
"Is ICC really trying to protect neutral interests after the abandonment of Borealis?" said one neutral citizen after the meeting
"I don't understand this at all, time was wasted debating what should and shouldn't be the subjects of NLCC meetings. But what can Newland citizens possibly tell ICC about that attack that they don't already know?" Another asked, "It's all very suspicious. Surely ICC transports are attacked all the time by smugglers and other criminals. Heck, those huge battlestations get invaded every single day by clan and Omni fighters. So why address the Newland Council about this one event?"
"What was the fuss about? He's just trying to investigate." Said a third
I was able to catch up with Mr Riechstain after the meeting to ask about some of the subjects of debate.
NN: Excuse me, Mr Riechstain is it?
Riechstain: Yes, hello Mr...?
NN: Marlowe, I'm with Newland News..
Riechstain: Ah, I'm pleased to meet you Mr. Marlowe
NN: I was wondering if I could ask you a couple of questions.
Riechstain: Yes, you can, but I'm afraid that I can't say anything on the record until the ICC releases a statement on the attack on our convoy
NN: Well I was more wondering about some other things.
Riechstain: Ok, I must be careful about anything that you might publish, but you are more than welcome to ask
NN: Your arrival and request today seemed to spark quite a bit of debate for example. Did you anticipate that kind of reaction?
Riechstain: I'm afraid I did not, unfortunately I was not aware that the Newland City community harbored feelings of resentment towards the ICC. I hope that with increased communication I can ease those tensions and reestablish a good relationship
NN: And perhaps you might like to set the record striaght about your comment that some took to be a threat? I assume that's not what you meant by it.
Riechstain: Of course not, I was just trying to illustrate the precarious position that neutral communities, such as Newland City, are in
NN: Could you clarify that a bit for me? What kind of posistion?
Riechstain: The ICC supports these cities in their self-governance, but if they should show themselves unable to do so then the ICC would be unable to stop Omni-Tek from moving in
NN: I see. Is this a situation you feel that Newland is close to?
Riechstain: Of course not, but providing monetary support could certainly give that impression
NN: And I'm sorry to bring this up.. but the subject of Borealis was raised. Is that a situation that Borealis fell into? Unable to govern themselves as a neutral community?
Riechstain: I'm afraid I can't comment to the press on the situation with Borealis, I'm sorry. I can understand the citizens of Newland City being concerned and had no problem discussing it with them during their council meeting.
NN: I understand. And perhaps it wasn't a dicussion relevant to the Newland Council meeting..
Riechstain: Of course the ICC would not ever wish to dictate the subjects talked about in neutral cities's council meetings
NN: But the question was also asked about how your first question about the attack on ICC shipments was relevent to Newland. Was it simply a request for help?
Riechstain: Just a request for information, attacks like this on a peaceful convoy harm everyone on Rubi-Ka. But the ICC is not pressuring anyone for cooperation.
NN: What kind of information were you hoping for?
Riechstain: any kind of evidence that can help us aquire proof of the identity of the criminal organization responsible.
NN: What do you intend to do once you have proof? Is it that proof is a requirement for you to take official action? And if so, what action?
Riechstain: The action remains to be seen, unfortunately I can't comment on hypothetical situations.
NN: What kind of information would you expect form Newland citizens that you don't already have? Just, anything?
Riechstain: Yes, I really can't say what I expect, I suppose I expect nothing, but any information would be helpful
NN: Thank you Mr Riechstain... just one more question if I may..I heard that two or three years ago, citizens of Newland requested your presence for a meeting and you didn't get back to them. Why the sudden interest in Newland?
Riechstain: I'm afraid that I'm unaware of any previous request for a meeting. Perhaps the request got lost, that sometimes happens.
NN: Thank you very much. Sorry to take up so much of your time.
Riechstain: No apologies needed, I'm always happy to speak with the press
NN: Have a good day.
Riechstain: You too.
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