Alberyk

First National Spacecraft Company is Inaugurated 07.06.2465 Following months of negotiation with alien megacorporations, the Crown has acquired the necessary technology and facilities to quickstart its spacecraft production. A shipyard is now waiting on Adhomai's orbit to start building the Kingdom's space force. From the attempts to create a company capable of carrying out such an important mission, the Rahimkulov Interstellar was created. Owned by the Rahimkulov family, the same dynasty behind the Minharrzka Maritime Company, the new business was able to purchase the factories and staff contracts using the money obtained with the latest navy expansion into the north pole. Rahimkulov Interstellar is now tasked with cooperating with the military to create the Kingdom's first spaceship designs. At the Parliament, Grand Duke Akym Yudenikh praised the house of Rahimkulov for its efforts in helping the Kingdom. Grand Admiral Mahtra Dynhaas assured Her Majesty that they would have a mighty space navy in a matter of years. Prince Serhiy Oliinyk suggested nationalizing the shipyard as soon as possible since this industry would surely become essential to protecting the nation. Count Tscherim Sanguszkho proposed using spaceships to locate the entrance of Aghar'mahrk. Field-Marshal Vyakelas Klyuchevsky confirmed that the department to handle the creation of the new navy was ready; the most experienced captains, engineers, and sailors from Her Majesty's Mercantile Flotilla were hired to join its ranks. The ships bought by the Crown to be studied and refitted are already in the shipyard. The Rahimkulov Interstellar is currently shipping its materials and crew to begin work. Meetings between the corporation and the military commission are scheduled to happen in the next weeks. For now, most of the employees in the factories are from megacorporations; these specialists are also tasked with teaching the Rahimkulov's staff their craft. The crew of these military vessels will also be trained, with its first members being picked from the Mercantile Flotilla's veterans.

Adhomian Blue Party Introduces Landmine Removal Program While the war might be over, many remnants of the conflict continue to plague the Tajara people. Landmines left by the enemies are still an active hazard. Many Tajara are killed and maimed in the countryside by these explosives. Outside of the loss of life, these devices damage the environment in many ways. The denial of certain resources can lead to the overexploitation of accessible areas. Chemical leaks can also damage the soil. Until today, no serious effort was made to tackle this problem. During today's meeting at the National Assembly, Bakhteiarova Mirzakhani, speaking for the Adhomian Blue Party, introduced the Landmine Removal Program. The project aims to free more usable land, preserve Tajaran lives and protect the environment by creating a nationwide movement. Ha'rrons specially trained to detect landmines will be used to locate the explosives. After the locations are determined, specialists from the Shastar Technical University will be deployed to manually disarm the ordinances. Tajara who offer information regarding the location of landmine fields will receive some monetary compensation. The initiative is currently limited to civilian-controlled territories; in military-administrated regions, the Liberation Army must deal with the removal by themselves. President Almrah Harrlala and National Adhomai Worker's Party supported the Program, praising the Adhomian Blue Party's efforts in protecting the people. Brajrr Alnadruskiy opposed the idea, arguing that the Liberation Army's territories should also benefit from it. The Followers of Nated supported the initiative; Maksym Razin added that clearing the minefields would greatly increase the Adhomian hunting grounds. Supreme Commander Nated did not comment on the idea. Commander Kyff Hotak opposed the motion by arguing that the mines could also be used to deny territory to the enemies in case of a future conflict. Muharajuurl Muhr'Fal promised to fund his own demining efforts. Rahman Hadjuk explained that he would only consider anything like it after the Amohdan nationalists were defeated. Ahem Kah'nrir requested extra funds to plant even more explosives on the border with the People's Republic of Adhomai; his request was ignored by the National Assembly. With most of the National Assembly's support, the Landmine Removal Program will be implemented. The Shastar Technical University received extra funding to train and equip the landmine squad removals. Southern Ras'nrr Ha'rron handlers have also been contacted to train the animals needed for the detection. Bakhteiarova Mirzakhani called the initiative a "victory towards saving Adhomai from modernity's woes".

The headmins are looking into it.

That was added to the language page and the game.

The People Honor the Leadership of President Hadii! 30.05.2465 Today, the Tajara people celebrate the birth of the most outstanding revolutionary leader, President Hadii. Since his ascension to office, he led the People's Republic of Adhomai to heights never thought of before. Without President Hadii's skill and wisdom, rebels and monarchists would likely have snuffed out the Hadist dream. A future without such a figure would be a dark one for the Tajara people. To remember every one of such things, the Party organizes the Presidential Honoring and Respect Anniversary. The ceremony at Nal'tor was opened by the Grand People’s Army orchestra playing the national anthem and other famous songs. President Hadii and his ministers stood on a stage set before the Palace of the Free Tajara. The first group to honor their leader was the Hadii's Youth Clubs, who gifted him handmade crafts and rikazus. Following them, veterans from the First and Second civil wars described the crucial role of President Hadii's leadership during the darkest moments in Tajaran history. The apex of the event was when a Tajara wearing a Tesla Rejuvenation Suit climbed the stage to personally thank President Hadii for allowing him to walk again. After the honoring, President Hadii asked to address the nation in a brief statement: Badges celebrating President Hadii's 62nd birthday were handed out to the attendees. The embassy at the Free Council hosted a small presentation to teach the locals about the advances made under Hadii's leadership. The community at Biesel held their traditional dance; all windows at the President Hadii Living Complex proudly displayed a PRA flag. Telescreen drones flying around the cities and countryside of Adhomai broadcasted the event to all citizens. At the end of the celebrations, the Party announced that the Orbital Fleet and the SCC had found a suitable position to build the bluespace gate in the system. The government already brought the needed materials and specialists to start construction as soon as possible.

New Kingdom Normalizes Diplomatic Ties with the Izweski Hegemony 26.05.2465 During the occupation of Gakal'zaal by the Izweski Hegemony, the New Kingdom cut ties with the Unathi as a sign of solidarity with the planet's struggle. However, its inhabitants joined the Al'mariist state as soon as they seized their independence. Due to these developments, there is little to no reason for the Kingdom to continue its policy towards the Hegemony. The Parliament has voted for normalizing diplomatic relations with the Izweski among other measures. The proposal was brought to the Parliament by Prince Serhiy Oliinyk, who argued that the Kingdom's instance was outdated and hurt the nation's diplomatic prestige. Grand Duke Akym Yudenikh supported the motion, citing the possibility of establishing lucrative deals with the Unathi. Grand Admiral Mahtra Dynhaas opposed the idea, arguing that the Kingdom should instead prepare to intervene in Gaka'zaal when the planet's administration collapses due to the conflict. Count Tscherim Sanguszkho was against reestablishing relations, claiming that the Unathi are descendants of a servant race created by the Ancient Tajara and thus were not equal to them. Despite the opposition by the two parties, the project was accepted with the support of Her Majesty. The negotiations took place at Mendell City between the diplomatic corps of both nations. Besides reopening diplomatic ties with the Hegemony, the Kingdom has denounced the DPRA treatment of the Unathi population under Al'mariist rule. When the Izweski diplomats asked for the Kingdom to recognize Gakal'zaal as a rightful Hegemonic claim, they promised to bring this discussion back to the Parliament, since such a subject was beyond their responsibilities. The question of recognizing Gakal'zaal as an Unathi claim is still to be discussed by the Parliament. Some Tajara are already opposed to the notion due to the planet's population being majorly Tajaran. Despite these concerns, the diplomatic summit at Biesel was considered a success by Queen Shumaila Azunja. The Her Majesty's Mercantile Flotilla is already negotiating deals with the Merchant Guilds.

Application accepted.

I think you are misunderstanding the situation in Adhomai. The New Kingdom was in a long war with these factions, with certain points when they were nearly overrun. There is also the nuclear threat in the current cold war, if anything, the PRA and the DPRA are anything but distant threats. Your character needs to have some kind of opinion in these subjects, so consider that.

Some questions: How does Darharrs see the PRA and the DPRA? What are his religious beliefs? Of all Roaylist schools of thought, which one does the character sympathizes the most with?

Hadiist Infiltrator's Body Vanishes! The Liberation Army reported to the National Assembly that the body of the Hadiist infiltrator killed in the Southern Ras'nrr frontier has vanished. Upon arriving at the location where the intruder was being kept, the team dispatched to investigate the corpse discovered that the soldiers guarding the area were killed. The soldiers were found dismembered. Further investigation hinted that somehow the attack happened from inside the base. ALA scouts are now searching for the location of the body. At the National Assembly, Ex-interim president Brajrr Alnadruskiy blamed the People's Republic of Adhomai for the incident; he called for retaliation against the Hadiists. Maksym Razin proposed declaring war against the PRA in response to "an obvious and open attack". Bakhteiarova Mirzakhani opposed taking any action, arguing that they should have instead destroyed the augmented intruder as soon as possible. President Almrah Harrlala was against taking any military action; she pointed out that there was no proof of Hadiist involvement so far. Supreme Commander Nated and Commander Hro'rammhad sided with Harrlala. Commander Kyff Hotak offered to deploy his commandos to search for clues. The National Assembly reluctantly accepted Hotak's proposal. Hotak commandos, under the supervision of the civilian authorities and the Liberation Army, will be deployed in Southern Ras'nrr to aid in the searches for clues regarding what happened to the body of the Hadiist infiltrator. In response to the latest PRA diplomatic demand, the government announced that it was impossible for them to comply. Some locals have expressed worry about killings happening as well in the DPRA territory. In an attempt to address this concern, the ALA command issued an official declaration explaining that the intruder was confirmed to be killed in action during the border crossing. Anyone with any information regarding the event should contact the nearest civilian government or military authority.

Serial Killer is Dead; Confirmed to be Killed by Al'mariist Border Patrol 21.05.2465 President Hadii announced today the end of the national emergency. All measures taken during the crisis have been lifted. The serial killer was confirmed to be killed when trying to cross the border with the Al'mariist state. Already wounded by the military's actions, the criminal was finished off by a rebel patrol. The Party praised the quick response of all sectors involved in the situation. Minister of Defense Irbaykhan Mirarkiizar asked President Hadii about possibly recovering the killer's corpse. Headmaster Harrrdanim Tyr'adrr supported the idea; he argued that the criminal was still a Hadiist citizen. Minister of Technology Zhuldyz Hadii sided with Tyr'adrr, expressing interest in studying the brain of the killer. Minister of Education Kalim Khazdar opposed the idea, pointing out it was likely too late. Party Secretary Yakiv Hadii proposed using diplomacy to transfer the corpse. President Hadii decided to issue a diplomatic protest demanding the criminal's mortal remains returned. Military personnel who took part in the operations will receive the President Hadii Medal for Courage. Civilians will receive badges made specially to celebrate the quick and effective response against the serial killer threat. The Party dismissed the Al'mariist claims that the killer was somehow augmented. Only upstanding citizens who have undergone an extensive background check and physiological evaluation have access to augments. The rebels likely mistook some basic technology or weapons as advanced due to DPRA's backwardness.

Hadiist Trespasser Stopped at the Border! Due to the recent Hadiist mobilization and movement, the Liberation Army's garrison at the northern frontier of Southern Ras'nrr was on high alert. One of the patrols caught an individual trying to cross the border while being chased by the PRA military. At the sight of the ALA, the usurpers halted their pursuit. The patrol approached the trespasser, who promptly attacked them with bare claws despite being fired upon with small arms. The attacker was downed after being hit by an anti-tank warhead. Two soldiers died in the confrontation and three were wounded. The body of the trespasser is now being held in an undisclosed location. Reports claim that the individual was in possession of unknown technology. The National Assembly discussed the situation. President Almrah Harrlala praised the quick and decisive actions of the garrison protecting the border. Ex-interim president Brajrr Alnadruskiy proposed sending Liberation Army researchers to investigate the technology used by the intruder. Bakhteiarova Mirzakhani argued that any Hadiist invention was ultimately harmful to the Tajaran society. Maksym Razin supported Alnadruskiy's proposal. President Harrlala proposed dispatching the development staff alongside technicians from the Shastar Technical University. Brajrr refused the idea, claiming that since the ALA handled the invasion they had full rights to the spoils. Supreme Commander Nated accepted the President's offer. Commander Hotak offered to deploy his commandos; this proposal was rejected. A team of ALA developers and researchers from the Shastar University is being assembled to investigate the technology used by the trespasser. Due to security concerns, the corpse will remain in the custody of the military. The incident has shed some new light on the serial killer situation at the People's Republic. Some theorize that the murderer was a rogue tesla trooper.

Murders in Nazira: National Emergency Announced 17.05.2465 Despite all efforts by the Party, the serial killer continues to evade capture. This morning, priests found dismembered bodies in Nazira on their way to a church. The local police quickly alerted the government of the finding before locking down the city. At the orders of President Hadii, a National Emergency was announced to capture the criminal once and for all. The entire nation mobilizes as one. The Grand People's Army is now encircling Nazira and blocking all paths out of the city. Mechanized units, Division Experimental Exosuits, Tesla Troopers, and Ha'narr Corps forces are being deployed. Autogyros and the Republican Guard are on standby to provide backup. The Zbrojny have been activated and are guarding the streets alongside People's Strategic Intelligence Service's agents. Swarms of camera drones are patrolling the skies. Hadii's Youth Clubs members are standing on rooftops searching for the killer with binoculars. Factories, shops, and non-essential services have been closed; the population has been ordered to remain inside their homes. All shuttle traffic out of the planet is currently suspended; the Orbital Fleet has orders to shoot down any spacecraft trying to leave Adhomai's orbit without Party authorization. The criminal will now face the entire might of the People's Republic combined. The national curfew has been expanded to maintain order further. Minister of Defense Irbaykhan Mirarkiizar promised the Party that the killer would not escape the army. Headmaster Harrrdanim Tyr'adrr praised President Hadii's quick decision-making. Party Secretary Yakiv Hadii assured the nation that the emergency measures would not affect the economy. Minister of Technology Zhuldyz Hadii asked for the killer to be captured alive so he could be studied. Minister of Education Kalim Khazdar urged the citizens to follow all official instructions. It is now only a matter of hours until the murderer is brought to justice.

Liberation Army Operation Against Southern Harr'masir Gangs is Thwarted; Sabotage is Suspected! Following some weeks of preparation, the Liberation Army launched its campaign to crush the banditry of Southern Harr'masir. The decision to handle the situation with the military came after the crime began to affect the entire nation; the most notable incident being the gangs' involvement in mass alcohol poisoning. Under the command of Commander Kahan Hro'rammhad, soldiers from the civilian and junta-controlled territories were dispatched to aid Muharajuurl Muhr'Fal's forces. The assault was carried out in total secrecy. Scouting of criminal hideouts was done by Das'nrra Marksmen and Hotak's Commandos. Following the identification of the targets, the Air Brigades performed air strikes. The infantry was then guided into the marshes with the aid of the local Tajara to clean up any remaining enemy. The roads were being patrolled by Hro'rammhad Tank Corps; tank units were also on standby waiting for any skirmish. Harzhyr was quickly occupied with no resistance. As soon as the soldiers entered the swamps, they encountered multiple difficulties. Information relayed by the scouts proved to be inaccurate. They also found no gang members, alive or dead, in the bombed hideouts. Tank crews reported missing gas shipments. Weapons and ammunition were also displaced during transport. Upon finding out that the gangs had fled, forces from Amohda and Northern Ras'nrr decided to abandon the assault to return to their territories; their commands argued that they were wasting time in a pointless endeavor. Muharajuurl Muhr'Fal accused the Alexeii K'marr of offering shelter to the criminals and proposed invading the Din'akk Mountains. Commander Hro'rammhad refused to follow Muhr'Fal's proposal; Supreme Command Nated only allowed them to operate in Southern Harr'masir. Due to the increasing difficulties, the operation was called off. Some soldiers were left to garrison Harzhyr. At the National Assembly, the failure of the assault caused an argument. Bakhteiarova Mirzakhani and the Blue Party accused Hotak and K'marr of supplying the criminals with information about the operation. Ex-interim President Brajrr Alnadruskiy blamed the lack of further centralization in the ALA for the incident. Maksym Razin argued that the lack of offerings to the Gods cursed the campaign with bad luck. President Almrah Harrlala announced she would gather with the National Adhomai Worker's Party to create an alternative to solve the criminality issue in the region. Muharajuurl Muhr'Fal asked for permission to enter the Din'akk Mountains to hunt the bandits; Commander Nated denied his request. Ahem Kah'nrir proposed bombarding the entire region with chemical weapons to resolve the problem once and for all.

Killer Attacks Mal'jor; Party Announces National Alert 09.05.2465 The hideous serial killer tormenting the nation has attacked again. Multiple victims were found in the region of Mal'jor. The killings happened on the city's outskirts; some bodies were close to the entrance of the Kurguzov Cave. The police believe the killer might be using the underground cavern system to avoid capture. People's Strategic Intelligence Service forces are moving their contingents to the area to help with the search. Trains departing from the city are currently being searched. Unlike the previous incidents, a victim survived one of the attacks. A railroad worker was ambushed by the killer when returning home at night. The murder was interrupted when a police patrol stumbled upon the scene. The assassin was chased down by the officers and their Ha'rrons, but ultimately managed to avoid capture. The worker has lost both of his legs and is currently under medical care; he will receive tesla prosthetics. The People's Strategic Intelligence Service will also collect his statement as soon as possible. The killing spree was quickly addressed by the Party. Party Secretary Yakiv Hadii proposed contracting corporate forces to help track down the murderer. Minister of Defense Irbaykhan Mirarkiizar urged for the deployment of the military. Minister of Technology Zhuldyz Hadii recommended sending Tesla Troopers alongside the army. Headmaster Harrrdanim Tyr'adrr argued in favor of locking down all cities to protect the population until the killer is found. Minister of Education Kalim Khazdar suggested creating communal arsenals for the people to use in case of another attack. President Hadii issued a National Alert in response to the incident. The People's Strategic Intelligence Service's patrols in all cities have been intensified. Robotics factories are producing extra camera drones to expand the surveillance system coverage. A nationwide curfew is under effect; no Tajara may leave their house at night without Party approval. The Grand People's Army is preparing to be deployed if needed. The Zbrojny have been issued pistols and orders to prepare for a possible activation order. The Party will do its best to protect the Tajara. Report any suspicious activity to the nearest authority!

I will lift this ban since it has been a while. Appeal accepted.

New Fashion Trend Becomes the Nobility's Favorite! 05.05.2465 A new fashion has gripped the attention of the Kingdom's nobility: fatshouters wool hats. Initially created by an artisan from Baltor to a client, the clothing piece exploded in popularity after the owner used it during a visit to the Kaltir Royal Theater. Based on some designs used by the population of the Peninsula of Harr'nrr, the hat was initially mocked on social media for its tall size and large ear-flaps. However, some nobles liked the design and commissioned the hatter to create some for themselves. In a matter of weeks, the fatshouters wool hats became a trend among the nobility. Designs made with finer materials and adorned by jewels and ivory have begun to appear. Some nobles are also trying to see how tall they can make their hats. The original creator is currently refusing to take more commissions, citing that he has enough work for the next six months. Some factories and artisans are designing their own versions to attend to the growing demand. Falsified pieces, claiming to be made in Baltor, have already started to appear as cheaper alternatives. The price of the fatshouter wool is currently on a quick rise; it is unsure how this will affect the clothing market. At the parliament, Grand Duke Akym Yudenikh was the first one to appear wearing a fatshouters wool hat. Shortly after, many parliamentarians followed his example. Some journals are speculating if Her Majesty will join the trend or not. Due to its size, some theaters have banned wearing the piece during plays. The commoners have so far ignored the trend, with many still mocking the hat's appearance.

Gruesome Murder in the Nraz'i Basin; Party Issues Regional Alert 28.04.2465 The peaceful and beautiful city of Al'mari awoke today to the scene of a gruesome murder. Three Tajara were found dead in a remote part of the town; their necks and limbs were twisted in unnatural angles. The police believe this was a serial killer's work due to the similarities with a previous murder last week. The victims were all innocent and upstanding Tajara; there was no clear motivation for the killing besides satisfying a twisted thirst for blood. At the Palace of the Free Tajara, the murders were briefly discussed by the Party. Party Secretary Yakiv Hadii suggested acquiring extra equipment from the SCC to bolster the police. Headmaster Harrrdanim Tyr'adrr called for a nationwide curfew. Minister of Technology Zhuldyz Hadii proposed deploying drones armed with cameras to reinforce the surveillance system. Minister of Education Kalim Khazdar argued in favor of creating neighborhood watches to help catch the criminal. Minister of Defense Irbaykhan Mirarkiizar offered to deploy the military to hunt down the killer. President Hadii decided to issue a regional alert for the time being, alongside some moderate reinforcements to security. The region of the Nrza'i Basin is now on a heightened security alert. Extra police forces have been deployed on the streets. People's Strategic Intelligence Service agents and their trusty Cybernetic Ha'rron companions are now patrolling the region in search of the criminal. Citizens are advised to avoid traveling at night. Camera drones are now roaming Al'mari's skies in search of the assassin. Report any suspicious activity to the nearest authority. The safety of the People's Republic of Adhomai is everyone's duty!

Application accepted.

Some questions How does Nijaarrs Akhrrimer see the PRA and the NKA? Which Al'mariist school of thought does he sympathize the most with?

We decided to accept the concept of the New Ya'ssa. We will work on it soon.

Liberation Army Begins Modernization of its Anti-Air Defenses During the Second Revolution, Hadiist air attacks caused serious damage to the war effort. In their attempt to subjugate the will of the Tajara people, the usurpers bombed cities to ruins. Despite their air superiority, countless raiders were repelled by the anti-air guns manned by brave soldiers. As technology advances, the current air defenses are becoming outdated. To better prepare for a possible conflict, the Liberation Army embarked on a project to update these weapons. Soon, no Al'mariist citizen will have to fear the sight of the Hadiist autogyros in the skies. Prototypes based on the Free Gakal'zaal Station's asteroid defenses are currently being tested. These new weapons possess automatic tracking programs, developed thanks to the partnership with the Shastar Technical University. While the guns still have lower accuracy against faster targets, they can hit most Second Civil War-era aircraft with high precision. The Liberation Army plans to deploy most of these defenses in cities and military bases. Ballistic and missile models are currently being developed; laser ones are a possibility that is still being studied. At the National Assembly, the question, of whether these new defenses could stop a nuclear strike, was raised. ALA representatives explained that the development was oriented towards anti-aircraft warfare. President Almrah Harrlala and Supreme Commander Nated tasked the Liberation Army research division with developing some measures against a missile attack. Ex-interim President Brajrr Alnadruskiy praised the developments; he further urged the military to develop more weaponry in case of another war. Maksym Razin argued that building a bigger nuclear arsenal was a better deterrence policy than any kind of defensive measure. Bakhteiarova Mirzakhani agreed with Harrlala's initiative; she also criticized the current policy regarding the production of weapons of mass destruction. More funds and equipment are being allocated to the Liberation Army research division as part of the Nationa Assembly's decision. It is still unknown what this anti-missile system will be. Despite this decision, the government announced it has no intention of slowing down the development and production of nuclear weapons.

Application accepted.

Parliament Bomber Sentenced to Death 17.04.2465 Misha Rrhikaslavy, the criminal behind the last bombing attempt at the Parliament, was judged today. Further investigations by the Peacekeepers have found no evidence linking the attack to other individuals or groups. Due to his lack of finances, Rrhikaslavy had no access to an attorney initially; one was reluctantly provided by the Commoners Party after much discussion. No attempt was made in the Parliament to interfere in the trial. Honorable Lev Alekseev, who judged the Kaltir Bunkers' strike leaders in 2463, was appointed by Her Majesty to preside over the case. small protest was held outside the courthouse. The manifestation called for the interment of Misha into asylum due to his supposed insanity. Due to security concerns, only essential personnel were allowed to attend the judgment. However, the event was broadcasted through the radio and television to the entire nation. In the extranet, few individuals dared to argue in his favor; most support came from Hadiist and Al'mariist elements who lamented the failure of Rrhikaslavy's plan. Because of the evidence found in Rrhikaslavy's home and his confession, there was little doubt about his responsibility. His lawyer unsuccessfully tried to convince the judge of his insanity; Misha denied that he was suffering from any mental illness and affirmed his conviction that the bombing was the Kingdom's last hope. Honorable Lev Alekseev sentenced the defendant to death under the charges of terrorism. The execution will be carried out in secret in the next month by the military. At the Parliament, Grand Duke Akym Yudenikh praised the quickness of the justice system. Grand Admiral Mahtra Dynhaas suggested expanding the death sentence to less severe crimes. Count Tscherim Sanguszkho proposed replacing capital punishment with life imprisonment alongside hard labor. Prince Serhiy Oliinyk argued that solving the growing social issues in the Kingdom was more important than applying punishments.

So, my biggest issue is how new the ya'ssa revival is to warrant its own accent. Even if the free council that existed longer and in "isolation" does not get one, why would something that is less than 20 years old just develop it?