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Though the Chinese government is regarded as a totalitarian one ruled by one party only, it's actually officially (by its Constitution) ruled by a coalition of parties. One major branch of its central government was designed to balance the power between the communist party and other parties. In addition, the chief governing body that is made up by usually 6 or 7 of the government leaders (the chairman and prime minister included of course) always includes one non-communist as a unwritten rule. The system of government in China is in no way even close to what the US has, but it was designed to be a democracy. I think the biggest problem with the Chinese government is that the government is above the law, but that's slowly changing. Today's leaders of China is nothing like Mao or those responsible for the Tiananmen Square Bloodshed. Now yes, China is not playing fair with its trades, but it has huge trade deficits with many of its neighboring countries. China does have an overall trade surplus, but if I recall correctly, China's overall trade surplus is only 10% of how much surplus it enjoys over US, so US's deficit with China can't all be blamed on China. To get back on topic with China's use of nuclear weapons, Chinese government swore never to use them on Taiwan and never to use them against any other country unless attacked with nuclear weapons first. As Steve stated even tyrannical governments care about their public image. The Chinese government certainly won't break either of their oaths to the international community unless driven into desperation.

dufflover - :D Pure genius! Thanks for the comments, every one!

I made an attempt at the Starforge scene Mothie suggested. After repeated frustrating attempts to draw male Revan's face, I have finally given up. As you can see I have unleashed my anger at poor Revan. Sorry, Mothman. Hopefully, a better version will turn up soon.

Isn't Pittsburgh a famous steel town? I bet pollution is pretty bad there, no? Anyhoo, people should move to New Zealand. 'Tis a nice country.

How is hot and dry Phoenix comparing to Orlando? I lived in Kissimme, FL for a while, hated the mosquitos. They enjoyed kissing me way too much.

Overrated: David Robinson. Underrated: Dennis Rodman. I am just talking about their b-ball skills, not the life styles.

For Kotor I, I named him Naver Htrad, since I knew the plot twist before I started. It looks pretty silly now, but I thought it's very smart at the time. In Kotor II, I just used a randomly generated name that I don't remember. p.s. Jambo - How do you keep track of all those names?

Isn't Middle Earth originally based on the European Continent? Anyway, New Zealand is probably the official Middle Earth now after Peter Jackson's 11-Oscar-commercial.

The country of New Zealand seems a beautiful place from the LOTR movies. Actually, I could watch those films just for the scenery.

Thanks for the help. I will give that a try.

The force sight mode didn't happen for me.

A war with China? Don't you guys want your sneakers or SW figures that come with McDonald's Happy Meal any more? Steve - The US intelligence is suspecting that Iran has already developed nuclear weapons.

No wonder considering Japan colonization efforts in Korea, I dont think Japan is much popular even in South Korea or China (another country that known too well Japanese colonialism and imperialism). <{POST_SNAPBACK}> It's some of Japanese government's policies that SK and China oppose, not the people. Chinese government also declared never to use nuclear weapons unless being attacked with them first. If the next nuclear holocaust does occur, it's more likely between Pakistan and India. They seem to enjoy detonating nuclear weapons near each other's borders too much already.

Don't really know what you guys are talking about :"> , but still I say good job! The added mustache is a nice touch.

Same here.

I still don't understand how the original person could think of that term from what I saw in-game. <{POST_SNAPBACK}> A lot of imagination I wager.

What's Jpop? Do you mean Japanese Pop?

the_dude - You've just shown two big reasons Bastila became a fan favorite. Zulu - Poor Carth! Must be caught flirting with Twi'lek dancers.

Great work, Zulu! Carth looks so bad-ass in his uniform. :cool:

The finished version looks very good indeed! I must say that the details done on her robe and belt are quite professional and about her face ...

I actually like rain (just not on the day I am going out), but it's so rare here in LA... It probably rained a total of 3 times this year.

Great pic, Zulu, I like it lots . The setting reminds me of Dxun, is that what you had in mind, too?

As far as combat is concerned with Kotor, a lightsaber with sound effects is enough for me.

Harry - This suggestion might have come too late for you to make adjustments, but I thought slightly leaner neck and arms might look better on Bas'. But overall, that's a great picture: the pose, robes, and those lips !

One more Californian right here. Though I moved around quite a bit. For now I am in Westminster, that's 40 min from Eldar's place.