The First Order and podracing

[Dunames Lopez]

We know the Galactic Alliance and the Mandalorian Empire allow for podracing races to be held in their territory, with Malastare and Echoy'la (and Cademimu as per the Empire Day thread) respectively hosting races. But do the First Order allow podraces to be held?

Edit: Lanteeb Grand Prix - Thread is up

 

[Davin Jusik]

[member="Dunames Lopez"]
I don't know why we wouldn't. So long as certain standards were maintained regarding who made money off it.

 

[Dunames Lopez]

The Empire, in canon, outlawed podracing; we are its successor state here. Perhaps the FO will prove different, with the requisite set of standards.

 

[Davin Jusik]

[member="Dunames Lopez"]

Fascism allows for such "events" normally so long as it contributes to the national pocket in some way and doesn't lend to foreign finances or general debauchery.

My frame of reference is Evola esq mostly. XD

Didn't know that, saw a few comics with imps chilling in cantinas that showed pod racing.

 

[Aram Kalast]

The First Order will allow it.
Basically we're not here to eradicate the way of life enjoyed by our citizens. A little bit of recreational sport never hurt anyone.

Naturally any contest within First Order space will be heavily regulated to assure that proper permits be issued.

[member="Dunames Lopez"][member="Amin Garith"]

 

[Natasi Fortan]

I like the idea of having a sort of 'bread and circuses' outlet for our citizens a la the Romans. Races, gladiatorial combat, whatever sports. We want to keep them happy and ready to answer the call to defend the nation. Any sort of group event should be accompanied by paeans to the state and its leaders. Victories should be dedicated to the Supreme Leader. Competition should be to demonstrate superlative physical condition, skill, or whatever -- not for only, or even primarily for personal glory, but to glorify the state. Every sport requires some skill or characteristic that would come in handy in time of war -- podracing would be piloting and reflexes, holoball (or whatever) would be athleticism, etc. -- and this is what sport is for. I don't believe we should have a lot of commercialism in these sports, but instead lots of patriotism. Flag displays, national anthems, etc. etc.

Just my opinion

 

[Dunames Lopez]

The Lanteeb Grand Prix will be my debut as a podracer pilot...

 

[Natasi Fortan]

The Lanteeb Grand Prix will be my debut as a podracer pilot...

Can you give me some details? I'll make you a poster

 

[Davin Jusik]

[member="Natasi Fortan"]
Gladiators. I like it.

 

[Dunames Lopez]

My podracer has standard-issue First Order weapons on it (namely 2 FWMB-10 repeating blasters)... plus you will see me racing in a FO standard-issue TIE fighter pilot's flight suit (in recognition of Dunames' transportation expertise or perhaps her role in intoxicating the Thakwaash, your interpretation).

 

[Natasi Fortan]

My podracer has standard-issue First Order weapons on it (namely 2 FWMB-10 repeating blasters)... plus you will see me racing in a FO standard-issue TIE fighter pilot's flight suit (in recognition of Dunames' transportation expertise or perhaps her role in intoxicating the Thakwaash, your interpretation).

Very cool. However, I'm looking for details about the event itself. How many racers? Where will it be on Lanteeb? Any tie-in with Star Tours?

 

[Dunames Lopez]

There would be 18 racers, the race is held with the finish line in Rocantor Bay:

As for Star Tours' involvement in the Lanteeb Grand Prix, Star Tours offers tickets to the race as an option when selling travel packages to Lanteeb, and is one of many (mostly First Order-based) sponsors but does not own the track or even the finish line area.

Lanteeb Grand Prix - Thread is up

 

[Marzena Vaas]

Maybe Marzena will show up to uphold the grand tradition of ladies being photographed in front of things that go fast.

She'll keep it tasteful though XD

 

[Dunames Lopez]

Perhaps the influx of new players is lost in the shuffle of the many faction threads...

 

[Marzena Vaas]

[member="Dunames Lopez"]

>.<

Sorry, I meant to drop by this thread! I'll try to have something up later tonight.

 

[Natasi Fortan]

[member="Dunames Lopez"]

>.<

Sorry, I meant to drop by this thread! I'll try to have something up later tonight.

Come sit next to meeeee