Sakurako Hino Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 Okay, this last Typhoon finally did it!I'm getting me a house on dry land. I'm sick of living like Captain Nemo!A few caveats though before tossing out suggestions, guys.1: It has to be on or near the Pacific Ocean. Due to the witch of my ship, I cannot use the Panama Canal. Unless you want me to traverse the straights of Magellan, which I hear are a stormy place. I know Cape Horn and the southern tip of Africa are an easier time to navigate, but it's a LONG trip. Even with the maximum speeds my ship can go, and I'm also slowed by certain spots, where there is narrow international waters, and contested dominions.2: It has to have a spot where I can easily dock my ship with realitively no prior set-up. (Like a cove, or abandoned shipyard, etc...)3: If it's a country other than Japan, Citizenship must be easy to attain.4: I do have an active Visa in the US, but I need to be pointed in the right direction to exactly where to go to get a fixed address. I don't really mind the US, but I'd really like other suggeestions too.No worries as to who I'd need to construct my new housing, I can deploy a domicile in a matter of a couple days. I just need some space, and a pre-existing road that leads to my ship. Oh, and room for a hangar. And a runway.That's all. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menagerie Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 Quote:Originally posted by Endeavor:I'm getting me a house on dry land. I'm sick of living like Captain Nemo!While I have no advice, I would inquire why you are living in the equivalent to Dreamland? Perhaps I am missing something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted October 4, 2004 Author Share Posted October 4, 2004 Dreamland? BS.I chose to live on my ship for a time because of a few things.1: To shake my fear of drowning. Mission finally failed after this storm.2: Because where I was originally living got demolished.3: It's a mobile place to be, to keep the person that demolished my original domicile guessing as to where I am currently residing.There are several Novas who can confirm the existance of the Hikari Maru II, My ship.I do not see where you get this "dreamland" concept. I can only wonder why you even said such a thing.I simply asked this question because I wanted some suggestions to where a girl like me can set up a new home.Got a problem with that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menagerie Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 I apologize for not being clear. Allow me to explain: You stated that you felt like Captain Nemo. Nemo flew around on a bed in Dreamland. I was just curious as to your obscure but intriguing Art reference. I didn't think anyone else read or enjoyed such antiquie entertainment besides myself these days.And No, I don't have a problem with you or your living arrangement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kestrel404 Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 Ah, I thought that might be what you were refferrencing. The Nemo that Endeavor was refferring to would be the Captain Nemo of Jules Verne's 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Not the video game by Namco.Endeavor: Try buing an island. They are expensive (especially in the Pacific, since they're rarer), but quite private and have good boat access.Or, buy a port in Mexico. They don't have much in the way of citizenship requirements, and being a nova is an auto-citizenship for anyone who asks as far as I can recall.If you're looking for safety or security, choose Japan or the US. They're pretty much the stablest and safest places to make a home. And they both have excellent Opnet access.I'm sure you've thought of these, but that's all I can think of off the top of my head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wakinyan Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 I just cannot believe your ship doesn't have a hover conversion Sakurako. "Water? Where we're going we don't need water." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Menagerie Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 Quote:Originally posted by Alchemist:Ah, I thought that might be what you were refferrencing. The Nemo that Endeavor was refferring to would be the Captain Nemo of Jules Verne's 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. Not the video game by Namco.I'm flattered to know that everyone gets a written stab here from time to time. I'll try my best to not be offended by the last statement, as saying Little Nemo is from a video game is akin to saying Jesus is from a musical by Lloyd Weber.Little Nemo, by Winsor McCay, was a published strip that ran from 1905-1911. It's a work concerning Dreams and Fantasy in a full blown art-nouveau fashion. If you can find it, you'll agree the artwork is amazing.Oh and Endeavor, sorry about the confusion. I thought we had something in common for a moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses Bailey Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 If you need help, Sakurako, I'm knowledge and licensed in just about every country in the region you specified. I should be able to help you expedite citizenship or resident alien status in those countries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Preston Posted October 4, 2004 Share Posted October 4, 2004 Ms. Hino, how about looking at Vancouver Island, the Queen Charlotte Islands (both in British Columbia), and the Alexander Archepelago (Alaska). The position in the Pacific Northwest is absolutely breath-taking.Being near Vancouver would give you access to the latest in cultural eminities, yet you could be locally isolated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted October 5, 2004 Author Share Posted October 5, 2004 Quote:Originally posted by Ulysses Bailey: If you need help, Sakurako, I'm knowledge and licensed in just about every country in the region you specified. I should be able to help you expedite citizenship or resident alien status in those countries. Actually, the US would be a good choice.1: I got a job that really could use me in Los Angeles (TKI).2: There are several abandoned shipyards from WWII and the cold war that are large enough for my ship in the California area.3: San Fransisco has a large tech-oriented community there.The west coast seems like a good choice. I would like to aquire your services then.And Totem, I do have a contra-grav technology concept I have actually on the drawing board and the parts necessary, but I gotta review S&T first. As much as I hate reviewing S&T I love my ship, and I don't want it getting confiscated.But, once I know my system is cosher, I can take this ship anywhere.But, again, the US seems to be a good choice.Vancouver... That's in Canada... Is it too hard getting in there if the US doesn't pan out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted October 5, 2004 Author Share Posted October 5, 2004 And my apologies for getting my nose out of joint, Menagerie.I didn't know we were talking about divergent things there. I am sorry. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ulysses Bailey Posted October 5, 2004 Share Posted October 5, 2004 Endeavor1. This should help in getting you a visa or even a green card in the US. By providing a specialized skill that's in demand (nova intelligence) to the economy is always a plus in immigration. The legal department of TKI's American branch will need to file some paperwork to get this ball rolling.2. I'm not certain how many of those facilities are available, but I'm sure there's plenty of realty agents itching to make a sale or lease.3. While Silicon Valley is strong in electronics, I think it's fallen behind compared to some places. Then again, that's not my industry.Your ship and other technologies might pose some issues. Utopia's R&D policies still hold weight across the world and the US has always been wary of its citizens possessing military grade technology, let alone resident or visiting aliens. I'm not saying technology problems is a foregone conclusion, but I do want to make you aware it could create some hang ups.As for Canada and nearly every other country in the area, they all follow general guidelines on getting entry and the right to immigrate. Granted, each country has its own permutations. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted October 5, 2004 Author Share Posted October 5, 2004 Regarding...Part 1: Done. I just rattled off a message to legal to get the ball rolling.Part 2: I'm checking in on locations in Seattle, San Fransisco, Long Beach, and Portland.Part 3: I have no military grade technology, and the ship itself is an overdone oceanographic research ship. I can provide the proper paperwork and assurances to S&T that my ship is legit. They should have hounded me long ago on the HMII and my other toys, but all they were interested in with me was when I had foolishly called something I was about to put out on the garment market "nanoweavers", when there were no nano-bots involved. It all dealt with a machine that could weave micro-fiber fabrics in seconds, not minutes. Nothing smaller, nothing dangerous. I can understand the concerns though of the US Military, but I am willing to submit my property to inspections on a regular basis if it'd make them feel comfortable. I have nothing to hide. They already know about the HMII and the Hokuto. I regularly have to get clearance from NORAD when I have to get orbital clearance, and I am under contract to offer service in cases of a space disaster with the space shuttle fleet or with the space station.So really, the real problem is appearances and points of view. All, in my concern, minor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted November 5, 2004 Author Share Posted November 5, 2004 Well, decision time came up to where my new address will be.First off I'd like to thank everyone who offered assistance to get me into some other country, your help is indeed appreciated.But I've made up my mind. I'm staying in Tokyo for the foreseeable future.Why? Well, there is alot of freelance work here. Second, there is family here. (No matter if they're Baseline, they're still family) Finally, I know Japan better than anything else. Quite frankly for all the weirdness, I do love the place. And whenever there is a need for peace and quiet, I know of a couple temples that are friendly and willing to accept me as a boarder for a day or two (in exchange for chores. Fair trade I say.).So, I'll be looking at recently opened real estate sites in the local area of Tokyo, and I'll grab up some space to put up some domes. They recently got some new land made in Tokyo Harbor that looks sweet. I'm talking with the developers to see what I can haggle.And, after I get everything set up, I should invite some of the gang over for a house-warming!Again, thanks for everything! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alex Craft Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 And let's not forget Japan's tendency to stonewall Utopia S&T. That's one of my favorite bits. ( : Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted November 5, 2004 Author Share Posted November 5, 2004 That's all I have to input. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamer Posted November 6, 2004 Share Posted November 6, 2004 Well, sorry for being a bit late in the topic. But I fear you never been to California. One Los Angeles is over 400 miles south of San Francisco. Two, every major city in California has large Asian populations. In San Diego, there are more Asians than "whites". Three, San Diego has more port space that is free and in any shape to handle ships. The large northern ports cost more,and are largely filled with intrenched power players, or made for boats.I just have to ask why do you have a ship that is over 900 feet long?I mean if I recall the only ships to big to fit threw the Panama Canal are military,or some oil tankers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted November 7, 2004 Author Share Posted November 7, 2004 I don't know really. I just like my ships big I guess. >_< Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted November 7, 2004 Share Posted November 7, 2004 You own a ship that's only a couple of basketball courts smaller than the Queen Mary? And you're bored? I'm not sniping at you Endeavor. Its just that...Its moments like these when I realize how little I have in common with any of you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted November 7, 2004 Author Share Posted November 7, 2004 Oh, I only get bored if my routine is the same. I've been living on the ocean and from port to port for a few months.It's driving me crazy when I try to give an address, and it's nothing more than a P.O. Box. Of course, when you have a ship like mine, I can see why some people would think you'd be never bored.But, now with the real-estate I need in the right area, things are looking up. Hopefully in a few weeks I'll be living on dry land. Depends on how long it takes to get the domes deployed.Yes, I'm going to be living in a dome. Yes it's to see how my designs work.Portable housing. What a concept. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted November 7, 2004 Share Posted November 7, 2004 And so the concept of the trailer park crosses the ocean and makes it way to Japan. You go girl!I'm so proud to be an American. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamer Posted November 8, 2004 Share Posted November 8, 2004 Well, you still failed to get to the rest of my post, darling. Yes you have a big ship, but what of the places you were going to dock it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted November 9, 2004 Author Share Posted November 9, 2004 Chalk it up as there is no place like home. No matter how screwed up in the head it is.I'd prefer to live somewhere I know. A lot of memories. I'd be so homesick living somewhere else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 Stay in Japan, I made the mistake of coming to the US and I have regretted it ever since. Too many Americans have problems with novas that are a little different. I never had that problem in Tokyo or on Okinawa. just watch out for the Monks.. and HTT. I heard through my sources they're expanding their Japanese pipeline so if you're gonna stay on the water don't go out to far.. The Triad does not mess around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 Long, its tougher than it sounds. The PRC has no love for the HTT, while the NG has the unofficial, but very real, backing of the Nipponese government.No NG oyabun could face his ancestors, or their own crews, if they allowed the HTT on the Home Islands. Okinawa could get ugly, but they have their own NG family and aren't likely to fall in step with the HTT.Are you saying some serious body counts are going to be stacking up in the back alleys? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 For those of us that don't speak in acronyms and abbreviations you would be talking about.... ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 PRC = People's Republic of ChinaHTT = Heaven Thunder Triad (Chinese-based criminal organization)NG = Nakato Gumi (also known as the Yakuza, the Nipponese-based criminal organization)We would be talking about a crime war breaking out from Hong Kong to Manila to Osaka. The price of opiates skyrocketing, seemingly-random killings, ect.Living in LA, this may mean a three-way fight between the Yakuza, the Triads, and the Koreans (who tend to hate both sides).On the plus side, if you like pirated and knocked-off items made in slave-wage factories, you are in luck. They have to raise that quick capital somehow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarot Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 Okay.We call them Yaks and T-boys in LA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 Thanks.Its important to know the lingo were ever you go.BTW, certain big Japanese-American Wheels loosely associated with the Yaks in Southern Cali have expensive/artistic tastes, so watch yourself. Hitting someone's "pet artist" is considered fair game by the rules these people's play by. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 You got that right Jager. I'm kinda waiting to see what happens next simply because my current contract could send me to HK or Big T to cover Dynatech's assets. Nippontai isn't likely to sit this little shin-dig out so I guess we'll all wait and see."Ryu, are we gonna die?" "Probably." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager Posted November 9, 2004 Share Posted November 9, 2004 Likes like its "Ring of Fire" time again. I may end up sitting this round out. I have myself a gig at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted November 10, 2004 Author Share Posted November 10, 2004 Quote:Originally posted by Long: You got that right Jager. I'm kinda waiting to see what happens next simply because my current contract could send me to HK or Big T to cover Dynatech's assets. Nippontai isn't likely to sit this little shin-dig out so I guess we'll all wait and see."Ryu, are we gonna die?" "Probably." All I have to say to that, is thank god I'm not with Nippontai.I guess all I can do, and my fellow Japan residing Novas is keep our heads on a swivel and watch our backs. All sides may pine for our talents at some point.It's best to be cautious. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Posted November 10, 2004 Share Posted November 10, 2004 Well Dynatech just sent word that I'm to report to the Tokyo Division HQ in two days.. Looks like I get front-row tickets after all."Ryu, are we gonna die?" "Probably." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted November 10, 2004 Author Share Posted November 10, 2004 Quote:Originally posted by Long: Well Dynatech just sent word that I'm to report to the Tokyo Division HQ in two days.. Looks like I get front-row tickets after all."Ryu, are we gonna die?" "Probably." I think that is over the fact that I decided to stick around in their back yard. Competition and all that hog-wash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jager Posted November 10, 2004 Share Posted November 10, 2004 Endeavor, don't go making people think you have ties to the NG. Not really all that healthy at any time.Long, let's not forget that you just destroyed two bocks in ole LA. Maybe the local head wants you out of town for a few months. Let the heat die down and all that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted November 11, 2004 Author Share Posted November 11, 2004 Jager, no no no. I wasn't talking about the NG. I meant on a corporate to corprate competition situation.I'm a free agent and everyone from Viasoft to Mom and Pop's will vie for me. Hell, Dynatech is probably scrambling together a cadre of recruiters right now.I said what I did, as sort of a joke to since I've decided to stay in Tokyo, every corp is gonna pool it's Nova resources here. Just to compensate for the "Endeavor" factor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Posted November 11, 2004 Share Posted November 11, 2004 I have been told to serve only as security, and to try to minimize property damage. I am only to engage The factions if presented solid proof that we have been robbed or being attacked. Thank God they're trying to locate Shen-Kahn, if this get's out of hand it's always good to have an old friend around. Endeavor I wouldn't be all that suprised if Dynatech contacts you, though I doubt you'll be all that interested in their Tech contracts..."Ryu, are we gonna die?" "Probably." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sakurako Hino Posted November 11, 2004 Author Share Posted November 11, 2004 I know. I'm looking into stuff more dealing with space exploration at the moment.I would be ecxtatic if some company wanted to start making my space station dreams a reality. I've always wanted to build a full hotel/residence station in space and to open up the LaGrange points to tourists. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Long Posted November 11, 2004 Share Posted November 11, 2004 The capital you'd need for such a project... Anyone want to even try to hazard a guess as to how many zeroes that 1 would have behind it?"Ryu, are we gonna die?" "Probably." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Miss Baby Posted November 12, 2004 Share Posted November 12, 2004 Well, first you get a big rock in space. Add a team of novas who can live in space, preferably one that can warp,and another that can make big holes in rocks. Add in some air tight building,and after those costs it shouldn't cost any more than a Ocean liner.So, do you happen to have roughly one billion laying around? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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