Yanai Perry-The Federated Sea-Public of Piratopia and Surrounding Dependent Mandates

The Federated
Peoples Sea-Public
of Piratopia
and Surrounding
Dependent Mandates
THE ANSWER TO WHAT MAKES A SUCCESSFUL
CIVILIZATION
Yanai Perry
Perry, Yanai Thursday, June 5, 2014 11:34:00 AM Pacic Daylight Time 70:56:81:af:e2:c9
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This lush island is the homeland of the Sea-public of Piratopia
Introduction
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People are children of their environment
- Shinichi Suzuki
CHAPTER 1
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Modifications
SECTION 1
Part I Analy-
sis of the Prob-
lem
Adaptations are changes organisms make to themselves.
Modications are changes organisms make to their environment.
Environmental modi-
cations can be things
like building shelters,
cutting down trees, and creating farms. Behavioral adaptations
can be things like nding a way to hunt food and migrating to
new places. Physical adaptations can be things like having dark
Human Changes to the Land
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skin to protect from sun, needing less food or water, and having
protective mechanisms.
Considering that the Sea-public of Piratopia is located on a
densely vegetated island, it is difcult to have a large enough
amount of land to plant crops.
To solve this prob-
lem, Pirate farmers burnt down various areas of the forest and then
planted their crops. They had done this during monsoon season by
setting trees on re in the evening and waiting for rainstorms at
night to put them out. Thus, Pirates had created land free to plant
crops while still retaining parts of the jungle. This strategy is simi-
lar to the slash-and-burn technique that farmers in the Mayan
Civilization used. As stated by Frey, First they cleared the land by
cutting and burning trees. Then they planted their crops. This
shows how Piratopia draws inuence from ancient civilizations
As Pirates were mainly based on the beaches and coastal jun-
gles, the only easily obtainable water was saltwater from the ocean.
This lack of water posed a new plight for Piratopia. To solve this
problem, Pirates had found springs deep in the jungle and began
constructing canals made out of hollowed out trees to bring water
to other Pirates. This is similar to a solution used by the Aztecs to
bring water to their cities. According to Frey, The city boasted
other technological marvels, like the aqueduct that carried fresh
water for irrigation. These technological advances will also lend
themselves to the survival of Piratopia.
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CHAPTER 2
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Law & Government
The peoples good is the highest law
-Cicero
SECTION 1
Maintaining Civil Order
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Lessons on Democracy
The most important lesson to be learned from
the study of the Greek city-states is to under-
stand and control your people. This can be
shown when Greek oligarchs had only
helped upper class citizens. Because of this,
many people who werent
wealthy came to resent the oli-
garchs(Frey 255). This resent-
ment eventually led to a rebel-
lion in which oligarchs were
overthrown. Without proper
governing and understanding
of people, the same thing can
happen to Piratopia.
An important lesson to learn
form Sparta and Athens is to
keep legislative bodies not
too big but not to small.
It is important to for a civilization to make
sure power is not in the hands of a minority
of people. This is important because if a mi-
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nority rules a country, this can lead to corrup-
tion within the government. This kind of cor-
rupt leadership is seen in the study of Rome.
The Plebeians (lower class peasants) made
up 95% of the population, yet they were not
allowed to hold religious or government posi-
tions and they had almost no say on how the
Senate acted. This caused resentment among
the plebeians as a result of this, they, began
to demand more political rights(Frey 319).
This shows that if power is placed in an
upper-class minority of the population the
majority of people will become agitated.
Code of Laws
The major threats to the Piratopian civiliza-
tion are having justice for all, maintaining
equality, and controlling trade. Having laws
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that regulate and dene the concepts are nec-
essary for the success of Piratopia. These laws
prevent malicious behavior and manipula-
tion. Without swift justice, criminals will not
be prevented from disturbing the civilization
and causing to harm to others. Without equal-
ity, wealthy citizens will be able to manipu-
late laws and not be punished due to their
higher status. Without trade laws, companies
will be unrestrained and create monopolies
which will leave many people unemployed.
Laws governing these threats can be found in
Piratopia. One law, governing trade, reads,
Tariffs may be lowered for other companies
if one company is found becoming a monop-
oly. If a company is manipulating tariffs to
their benet, they shall be ned up to 20,000
Doubloons(Perry 1). Another law governs
how to treat a mutiny onboard a pirate ship.
A mutiny onboard a Pirate ship involving
murder shall, unless permitted by a jury of
peers, be punished by a ne of 10000 Dou-
bloons and up to 40 years in prison (Perry
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1). A law regarding a census states, A cen-
sus of the state shall occur every 5 years. Re-
fusal to ll out a census form will be ned by
1000 doubloons and can be punished by up
to 14 months in prison (Perry 1). A law re-
garding equality says, No person shall be re-
jected from an occupation due to their cul-
ture, heritage, or race (Perry 1). These laws
are important to the success of this civiliza-
tion because they govern the three main con-
cepts that Piratopia strives to enforce.
Political Leadership
Lessons from Julius Caesar
An ideal to be taken from Julius Caesars
rule is to control powerful legislative bodies.
Julius Caesar was the ruler of Rome from 45
B.C.E to 44 B.C.E. His rule was marked by
adoration from the people and envy from the
Senate. This envy was inspired by the appar-
ent end of the Roman Republic. Many Sena-
tors feared that if Caesar's power continued,
the republican government would never be
restored(Julius Caesars Rule as Dictator).
This fear eventually led to the Senate conspir-
ing to kill him. On the 15 of March, 44 BCE, a
group of senators attacked and stabbed
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Caesar to death. He neglected to watch how
the Senate thought of him and he failed to re-
act accordingly.The fear he inspired in the
Senate and his lack of control over them led
to his own death.
Lessons from Augustus Caesar
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The Sea-Public of Piratopia will learn from
the successful decisions made by Augustus
Caesar as a political leader. Augustus Caesar
was the ruler of Rome from 27 BCE to 14 CE.
He seized power in the Civil War that ensued
after Julius Caesars death. During his reign
Augustus established a police force and re
department to ensure the protection and
safety of Roman citizens. Augustus also re-
paired and added to the Roman aqueducts,
which brought fresh, clean, water to citizens.
He also pursued a project to build statues,
theaters, arenas, and temples. This was all to
show how the Roman Empire was thriving.
(Political Leadership of Caesar Augustus).
Piratopia will learn from these decisions by
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Figure 2.7 A Piratopian Police Station
pursuing building projects within Piratopia.
These projects will include parks, public
schools, and the Augustus Caesar Memorial
Library and Theater. Piratopia will also estab-
lish a police force and re department to se-
cure the safety of Pirate Civilians. In conclu-
sion, Augustus successful actions as Roman
Leader will affect the actions of Piratopia.
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Figure 2.8 Augustus Caesar Memorial Library
CHAPTER 3
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Belief Systems
As a [person] believes, so will the person
act. - Sam Harris
SECTION 1
Impact of Belief Systems
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Muslims on Hajj pray at the Al-Haram Mosque
In an effort to create a successful civilization, the people of Sea-
Public of Piratopia have established their own belief system. It
shares similar religious to beliefs and teachings with other world
religions and helps the people of Piratopia know the correct ac-
tions are to take. Here are some examples.
I
Mustafa
The rst and most important tenet in the religion of Piratopia (Pi-
racy) is Mustafa. Mustafa means physically ghting in the name of
Piracy. Every 87 years, either the head of religion in Piratopia (the
Badshah) or the ruler of Piratopia (Grand Admiral) will declare a
Mustafa on a country that does not follow the ways of Piracy.
Wave after wave of Pirates will be sent to ght for their religion
and conquer the enemy civilization. After this, the Pirates will start
building Pirate Ships that act as mobile churches. They will sail
along the coast of the conquered region converting people to Pi-
racy. Those that dont accept Piracy will be kept as slaves. This is
all done to please the Pirate God, the Flying Spaghetti Monster.
The physical battle in the name of religion is similar to the jihads
under taken by Muslims. According to Frey, Early Muslims con-
sidered their efforts to protect their territory and extend their rule
over other regions to be a form of jihad (Frey 101). Besides spread-
ing their religion and pleasing God, Pirates also ght in Mustafas
to gain valuable resources and money. In this way Mustafas control
the wealth of Pirates as well as the lives of their enemies and when
Pirates please the FSM, they themselves are happy. These Mustafas
make for a successful civilization because they provide rewards for
helping the Sea-Public of Piratopia and encourage unity due to
ghting against the same enemy for the same cause.
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Door to Lower Level
Golden Sail
Interactive 3.1 The Holiest of Pirate Ships, the Groucho Marx,
was used in the siege of Skne in 1028
II
Ramendan
The second tenet in Piracy is Ramendan. Ramendan is a month
long celebration that occurs in Piratopia where all Pirates are en-
couraged to eat only ramen noodles from sunrise to sunset. This
celebration is meant to honor those poor Pirates in Piratopia who
can only afford cheap ramen. Each night, a meal is eaten with
friends or family. Afterwards, a portion of the Pirate Bible (which is
referred to as The Captains Log) is read aloud by the youngest
attender of the meal. Since Pirates save money eating only ramen,
they donate that money (known as noodle money) to orphan-
ages, schools, soup kitchens, and hospitals. Pirates believe that noo-
dle money also helps to pay for the $5.00 entry fee into Pirate
Heaven (which Pirates believe is a ship made out of metal called
the USS Enterprise.) At the end of Ramendan, a feast is hosted by
the local Timariot (a mayor) in his pirate ship. These rituals are
very similar to the month of Ramadan and the concept of zakat in
Islam. As Frey states, Muslims believe wealth becomes pure by
giving some of it away and that sharing wealth helps control
greed (Frey 98). Muslims used zakat money to build hospitals, or-
phanages, schools, and to pay teachers. This is similar to how Pi-
rates use zakat. This not only builds infrastructure within the civili-
zation but also unites it because Pirates are donating money to
build something that will help people.
III
Halloween
The third tenet within Piracy is a holiday known as Hallow-
een. Halloween is celebration occurring annually on October 31st.
In it, Pirates declare their devotion to the Flying Spaghetti Monster
by dressing up in full pirate regalia and throwing candy at chil-
dren. Pirates typically buy candy by using noodle money handed
out by the Timariot during Ramendan, whereas the pirate regalia is
usually hereditary and is passed down through the family. While
Pirates are dressed in sacred pirate regalia, they chant, noodles,
noodles, noodles, referring to the noodly appendages of the Fly-
ing Spaghetti Monster. Muslims have a similar value in Shahadah.
[Shahadah means] that people not only believe in God, but
pledge their submission to him. Pirates, like Muslims, also believe
that all their souls will be judged on a day known as Monday
and if their souls are good, they will be admitted into a land
known as Olive Garden. Thus, God is essentially bribing Pirates
by allowing them into Olive Garden and the USS Enterprise if they
declare their devotion to him. This causes Pirates to follow the val-
ues set forth by God (usually just by a powerful politician) and
work together with the same goal. Halloween plays an important
role within Piratopia by causing Pirates to work together.
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Role of the Catholic Church in Medieval Europe
The Roman Catholic Church in medieval Europe grew in both eco-
nomic and political power after the collapse of the Western Ro-
man Empire in 476 C.E. The Church had gained great economic
power by gradually gaining land in Europe. They had acquired
land in gifts from nobles and some land was taken forcibly. The
Church also col-
lected a tax called a
tithe. Each person
was expected to
give one tenth of
his money, pro-
duce, or labor to
help the church
(Frey 33). The
Church also gained
political power
through various
means. Latin was
taught to church
ofcials and was
the only common
language through-
out Europe. Church
ofcials were also
the few people who
knew how to read.
Frey states, As a
result, they kept records for monarchs and became trusted advi-
sors(33). Due to these these events, the Church acquired political
and economic power during the middle ages.
The Catholic Church inuenced peoples thoughts and ac-
tions during the Middle Ages with the promise of salvation. In Ca-
tholicism, salvation is the saving of a persons souls. Salvation
would only occur if the person followed the Churchs teachings
known as sacraments. The sacraments included Conrmation,
which is an ofcial declaration of belief in God and Penance,
which is the confession of sins to a priest. In 1095 Pope Urban II
promised salvation to anyone that joined the 1st Crusade (A war
started by Catholics to gain control of Jerusalem). As stated by
Pope Urban II in his speech at the Council of Clermont in
1095,All who die by the way whether by land or by sea, or in bat-
tle against the pagans, shall have immediate [cancellation] of sins.
This promise was enough to sway entire villages to join the Cru-
sades. There were children literally leaving in thousands to ght
Muslims and gain control of Jerusalem because the Pope promised
them salvation. This shows that in the Middle Ages, the Catholic
Church was able to affect peoples thoughts and actions with the
promise of salvation.
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A person may die, nations may rise and
fall, but an ideal lives on. -John F. Kennedy
CHAPTER 4
20
Ideals
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SECTION 1
The Humanist mindset,
which was prevalent throughout the Renaissance promoted new
ideas through advances in painting, science and mathematics. Be-
fore the Humanist movement, art was very at and rigid because
there was no depth. The people within the paintings also had ex-
pressionless faces and looked the same. Many paintings were also
focused on religious topics and depicted religious scenes with g-
ures having halos over
their heads. The humanist movement emerging in Northern Italy
in the 14th century changed this. As stated by Frey, [Humanists]
wanted to depict real people who were posed in lifelike ways and
who showed feelings, (326). Humanists aspired to create paint-
ings where the people looked like people; they sought to capture
real life events. Even though religious paintings continued to be
Power of Ideals
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created, they were much more realistic. One example is the paint-
ing, Madonna and Child with St. Peter. The people in the paint-
ing are depicted as less religious gures and more actual people.
They do not have halos over their head and are not accompanied
by any angels, which was common in medieval paintings. Human-
ists also made advances in science and mathematics. Previously,
what people read is what they believed. Humanist scientists, how-
ever, believed that experiments should be done verify these things.
Instead of relying on old books and theories, scientists began pre-
forming experiments, (Frey 329). This questioning that scientists
did was a key aspect to humanism and because of this, new ideas
were promoted in the renaissance.
By the 14th century, many Catholics felts that the papacy, the ulti-
mate authority on religion at the time, was abusing its power.
Catholics also felt the church had become to worldly and corrupt.
One reason Catholics felt this way was because of the churches sell-
ing of indulgences. An indulgence is an undoing of a sin and re-
lease of punishment. The church began selling indulgences to very
wealthy nobles and used this as a way to make money. The rapid
acquisition of wealth by the church also worried many Catholics.
The Pope and his cardinals gained so much money, they could af-
ford to live in lavish palaces. Because of this, Catholics no longer
felt that they were the humble servants of god. As explained by
Frey, Many Catholics, including clergy, criticized the corruption
and abuses that plagued the church. They challenged the authority
of the pope, (Frey 350). One of these Catholics was a man named
Martin Luther. He was upset about the Pope abusing his power
and took action. Luther wrote a list of theses against the selling of
indulgences
and posted it
on the church
door in Witten-
berg, Germany.
His beliefs
caused contro-
versy and
church leaders
excommuni-
cated him. Lu-
ther published
a pamphlet to
explain his
thinking. After
this pamphlet
was published,
Luther quickly
gained popular-
ity with many
Germans. He
began organiz-
ing his own de-
nomination of
Christianity
and posed a
threat to the
Popes power,
as he was
quickly gather-
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ing many followers. Because of the Popes corruption, many of his
followers left him.
A humanist movement within Piratopia would question why cer-
tain laws and beliefs are held and change the status quo. One such
law that could be questioned is the anti-monopoly act. Many Pi-
rates would question why this law forces a successful company
that controls the market to give up that earned control. The ques-
tions asked by Humanists about the status quo led to a rebalance
of power and the same could happen to Piratopia. As stated by
Frey, [A dissidents] views brought him into conict with the
church (352). Piratopia will keep in mind what has happened in
the past to governments that did not take action against dissidents
and will adopt an aggressive policy against Humanists. The gov-
ernment will form a new organization of secret police. The secret
police will wander around Piratopia and pull people acting suspi-
ciously of the streets. These people will be interviewed and if they
are guilty of a crime, that includes being a Humanist, they will be
thrown into a pit of snakes. These events will be broadcasted live
in order to scare Humanists from questioning the government.
Hopefully, these actions taken by Piratopia will prevent dissidents
from questioning the government
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