The follow rules were outlined for the recruitment contest: 1. * A "recruit" is defined as one nation ruler that has registered on the alliance forum AND posted an application (or the equivalent, depending on alliance methods) for membership. Any following requirements, such as a Q&A process, interview, or signing of an oath, are not acknowledged and will not count against the score if a recruit fails these. 2. * The contest will start at the update starting Sunday, June 13, and end Sunday, July 11, at 11:59PM CN Time. 3. * Any methods are allowed for recruiting, within the CN Terms of Service. 4. * Badmouthing or other derogatory or inflammatory remarks against other competitors, whether on the forum or via recruitment messages, will NOT be tolerated. If proof is found o