This looks like it's shaping up to be a really awesome project!
I'd LOVE to contribute, but I'm, uh, kind of at a loss as to how >>;

In the mean time, my little list of things that I think would be nice added to the campaign:
-Relations to foreign nations. Gant is awesomely charismatic, so we're not going into a war unless GANT SAYS SO. And Gant WILL say so.
-His amazing planning ability as already addressed.
-If someone says "Hey, can I borrow 50 bucks?" he'll give them 50 bucks, no problem
-THE BLUE BADGER. A campaign manager, maybe?
-Or just a campaign manager in general, doesn't have to be the blue badger.
-Swimming and awkward pauses are a must during interviews/reasons/etc.

It'd also be interesting to play around with those advertisements that have the canditate looking like a desirable person--like, the ones with them playing with babies that are all "ELECT BUSH BECAUSE HE'S A FAMILY MAN"--except Gantify them so they're totally opposite.

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Man, we better win this! These ideas are just too awesome to lose. XD

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I think we need to come upon a final decision as for each reason on the top 10 list, and make that final. Then no suggestions to what the reasons actually are, just the elaboration that comes after.

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That sounds good to me.

I vote:
- Charisma
- An explanation of how he gained total control over all law enforcement operations in the space of about THREE MINUTES.
- VOTE FOR HIM OR YOU DIE.
- Manfred for vice president. And here we can also list all the other cabinet members.
- If Gant is president, the US will TAKE OVER THE WORLD (hey, it only took him a few minutes to take over Los Angelos, so surely the world is feasible in the space of 4-8 years. Then again, Gant would probably change the law so that he's president for THE REST OF ETERNITY, and then either 1. have someone channel him so he stays president after he dies or 2. bend the laws of time and space so that he can live forever. Because yes, he CAN do that).
(...BTW, ignore most of that, the main point was the first sentence >>;)
- AN IRON FIST. And his past experience.
- SWIMMING HOLIDAYS.
And the remaining three reasons can be hideously gruesome 8D

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Yeah, we do need to come with a final list... but the better question is how are we gonna do that so many good ideas and we can only have ten... are the admins gonna decide this or are we gonna vote or something?

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should be possible to cramp as much as possible into the 10 categories.

For instance: 9 - Exterior:



: "I look awesome on a dollar bill!"

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You can't use that. It has the serial number on it.

http://img412.imageshack.us/img412/6427/gantdollarop8.png

Much better!

Note: It is a big file.

mmmmm, didn't think it would be a problem.

Should be much easier to just edit it out using Photoshop. I'll see what I can do about that

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Shouldn't Gant be on a larger bill?
He'd probably want it that way.

Hell, I'll go to the US mint and threaten to kill them if they don't start putting me on 100's

Obviously, his name will be on all the bills, really.

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Then again the $1 is the most common in circulation, ergo people would see his face the most often ;)

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We're talking about Gant here, he'd be on EVERY BANK NOTE! (Like the Queen on british notes.) Infact, he'd appear on them several times (Including the back). :F

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Hell, he'd probably just abolish money altogether.
You want something? You have to take it.
You try to take it and fail, or get caught stealing without using potentially lethal weapons in the process? You get EXECUTED.

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No money? sounds like a COMMIE! You wouldn't want a COMMIE for president, would you? IN AMERICA!

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No, but then again, you wouldn't want a serial killer for a president, now would you?
A nation under Gant would basically make all hell break loose anyway. MIGHT AS WELL HELP IT ALONG.

But anyway. Back to business. As far as deciding on the top 10...how are we going to go about this? Have a poll, have a few admins decide, what?

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I haven't been able to help this along recently because it's Finals Week and I gotta keep my priorities straight.

The way I see it, voting on our ten reasons wouldn't help much, I mean, if we had 11 or more that we were trying to use I'd be all for it, but right now we only have 9. And of those 9 no one's stated they hate them or will take random trips on Busses and never get off.

So I think our largest concern is getting reason / Interview question number 10.

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This place had a blurb in a magazine?


Well, Gant should be in office because if you don't well.....he will shock you with his shock powers!

Since when was Gant becoming Prez of America? I thought he was just going to be Prez of Capcom.

No, it's president of America. Because.... elections are comming up.

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OK, how about these-

01. Gant isn't a stinking Democrat!

02. Gant isn't a stinking Republican!

03. Under President Gant all Prosectors will turn in their frilly uniforms for speedos and bikinis!

04. He'll have the White House, Congress, and the Supereme Court airlifted and relocated to just across the street from Noah's Ark in Wisconsin Dells!

05. Following the infinite wisdom of the immortal bard, William Shakespeare, he'll kill all lawyers.

06. Free infrared headsets for all!

07. Free silly hats for all!

08. No new taxes, until after the election.

09. He'll get our troops out of the Mideast, as soon as the secretary of state confirms all the oil is gone too.

10. If Gant doesn't win, the Von Karmas will kill a kitten for every vote he didn't get. Do you want THAT on your consience?

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Hey, those are really good!

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Okay, let me try:

1. Taxes will be abolished. Instead, all American citizens will pay one fee at the end of every year, which will ensure that they are not brutally assassinated by the government.

2. The Grand Canyon, which so far has done nothing for the American public, will be dammed and filled, thus making it the world's largest public swimming pool.

3. Defense Attourneys and Prosecutors will no longer be known as such. They will be known as "Drity, lying Bastard," and "The Winner," respectively.

4. America is in dire need of a change. If elected, the country shall be renamed, "The United Empire of Gant." All citizens shall be known as Gantians.

5. If elected, our foreign policy will be as follows: "Cooperate, or we blow you up."

6. Prison populations will plumet, as all illegal activities will result in the death sentence. The defendant's chair will like-wise be replaced with an electric-chair.

7. All Illegal activities performed by any member of the Government shall not be called as such, nor shall they be considered Illegal. They shall be known as "Required Government Action."

8. Reality Television will be abolished. No exceptions.

9. During elections, all who vote for Gant will recieve one hundred dollars. Alternatively, those who vote against him will be charged the same amount.

10. All Gantians will be provided with a cross-shaped tie, and a pair of pink sunglasses.

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11. The law of the United Empire of Gant clearly states that Gant owns the Fountain of Youth. He's our leader for eternity! And, the White House is moved to Florida for closer accsess to the Fountain.

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O A O!!! NOOOOO! THAT MEANS THE END OF MYTHBUSTERS!!

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Reality T.V. is not MythBusters. They are on a Documentary proving myths and urban legends true or untrue. They don't live on an Island for a week with no provisions or something like that!

Practically nothing on Discovery Channel is a Reality show.

Controversy is the best way to win an election. As it so happens....



Ta-dah! Instant controversy.

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...Umm...He's not fiddling, he just, uhh...isn't familiar with the operation of the Pearly-o-matic 5000. >>;;;

{ "Yeah - that's it, Starko...you tell 'em!" . }

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But he could be the next Clinton! *has no notion of american politics coz he's irish*

"I did not have sexual relations with that child...but I am wearing her underwear."

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...Hmmm, Gant for US Pres, and, uhh...Godot for UK Prime Minister.

You theoretically could call it...the Tuna Salad and Coffee combo. XDD

~Utterly random~

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Let's rethink what we're getting at here:
We're trying to HELP Gant win an election against (what is probably the only real competition so far) Haggar of Final Fight.
I'm sure we've all seen the site supporting the once-lovable mayor of Metro City.
We need to come up with reasons focusing on his high points as well as some explanations to his low points.
Rather than focus on what he WILL do, let us show everyone what he has done and what he can do for the people. Heck, it worked for everyone else!
Also, it probably wouldn't kill to do a smear campaign against Haggar.
I mean, WE ARE fans of Capcom. I'm sure we can come up with some decent dirt that even the most diehard of FF fans cannot combat against!

With Gant, he can guide us through the seas of confusion and restore faith and justice in a corrupt society....or at least do a better job at covering it up:p.

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I'll start searching for dirt on Haggar.

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Hold on a moment. Do we even have a full list yet?

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1. The Preliminary Election against Phoenix

I believe Demon Gant will be civil on this topic maybe saying how it was an 'honor' running against Phoenix Wright etc, etc.
However the people have spoken and the more 'experienced' man won out and that perhaps Phoenix should try running again in seven years or so. ( ha, ha, yeah, I suck )


2. Criminal Records

We know that Gant has a criminal record but let's face it what politician doesn't these days? Hell President Bush, has Dope possession charge against him(I believe) and there are other high government personal that do too if someone wants to cite other examples.(You have to kick Phoenix when he's down after all.)

To be fair let's not mention any criminal charges that Phoenix may have on his record in GS4 as I believe that Capcom will not want to spoil such a large plot twist before the game is actually released next year. However, feel free to bring up that Phoenix tends to let certain things 'slid' in his past cases the big point I'm mentioning about is the last case in Justice for All.
"Your not so "clean" yourself Wrighto, what about that time you almost got that murder, Matt Engard, off the hook?"

("Shit! I was hoping that he forgot all about that!")


3. Cabinet Members

Vice President:Von Karma-This is were I disagree with you Phoenix will most certainly cry foul here I can see it now...




"Isn't it true that the two of you worked together in the past and that Karma's perfect win record was the result of that partnership? If you fabricated evidence in the SL-9 case then who's to say that you didn't help your buddy, Von Karma, do the same? In fact, there is the strong possibility that defendants in some of the cases that Von Karma handled were innocent!"

"Wrighto, do you, in fact, have evidence, that proves beyond a shadow of a doubt that I gave Von Karma false evidence?

"Ummm.... no, not really." (Damn! I didn't think he would call me on it!)

"Besides all evidence is handled by the Chief Prosecutor, Lana Skye, who I remind you all is currently in jail for murdering Bruce Goodman and for submitting false evidence in the SL-9 case two years ago.



"But..But.. You and Lana Skye were both the chief investigators for the SL-9 case!! There was no way you COULD NOT have known that the evidence submitted was fake!"

"Unfortunately, Mr. Wright has a point, what do you have to say about this, Demon Gant."



"..."

"Your Honor, may I remind you of my current location during the interrogation of Joe Drake."

"... Oh, that's right!"

("Why do I got a REALLLLY bad feeling about this!")

"You went downstairs to look for Joe Drake while he took the elevator up to your office, you didn't arrive at the crime scene until after the murder of Neil Marshell was committed!"



" Unfortunately, Wrighto's memory seems to be slipping in his old age."

("Hey! I'm only 24!")

"In any case, on the close advice of a personal friend (aka ) I have decided to take former president nominee, Godot, as my Vice President. I believe this will satisfy the nay sayers, Mr. Wright."

"They should really call you "Mr. Wrong" now, after all, you proven to be it 99% of the time!"



"Any further objections, on this subject, Mr. Wrong?"

" No, your honor." (Except that my life is now currently circling the fifth level of Hell.)


Devasque: Secretary of Health - I see her talents in the PR of Godot's team her talents are wasted in this sector maybe she could be Secretary of State?"

Redd White: Treasurer - No problem with this after all he is CEO of the biggest black mail corporation Blue Corp after all.


Godot: Education - Now that Mr. Godot is Vice President it's time to find a more qualified person to fill this position and I nominate Mr. Von Karma. Not only has he trained Mr. Miles Edgeworth as a prosecutor which he's a genius in naturally thanks to his mentor Karma. His daughter too, blossomed under his fine teachings and she his heir to the fine Von Karma name by the way! Nothing short of perfection is expected from these two fine young people!

With Von Karma under it's helm America will take back it's rightful place as the ranking leader in Science, Medicine and *gasp!*
dare I say it!? Lawyers too! "A new age is dawning and with Von Karma we can't go wrong!"TM


"Slackers, look out! There's a new teacher in town!"

"By law, I'm required to punish the foolish, fools, of this foolish country's education system, which is you fools, of course!"



4. Gant's outlook on the competition


"What can we say about about Mr. Mike Haggar? well he is certainly a snappy dresser! his mother must choose his outfits for him every day!


[DRAMATIC RE-ENACTMENT]

"Mikey, dear, please put on this nice pink leotard and pose for a few photos...hmmm....yesss!"

"I'M A PRETTY GIRL, I'M A PRETTY GIRL!!!"

[END]


" MY EYES THEY BURN!!"


"Mr. Mike Haggar has graduated at the top ten of his class.



[DRAMATIC RE-ENACTMENT]

"NO! 2+2 DOES NOT equal Fish!"

"I HATE you! What happen to my old Teacher?"

"Under my new rule she was "given the ax" if you know what I mean."

"Is that when Mommy gives..."

"Mr. Mike Haggar! You have a long way to go if you wish to pass third grade!"


" It a miracle that he passed second in case you were wondering."


[END]


"If Harvard doesn't accept me after hearing this story then nothing will!"



"So there you have it, proof positive that brawn does not equal brains and that having your mother as your fashion dictator is the worst possible decision that you can make in your life..."

"Living Proof here people!"


"A vote for me is a vote for the future of America and after all if I'm not President of the United States..."


"He'll F@@@ing kill you?"

"No, it means that someone worse then President Bush will be elected."

"Is that even possible pal?"


("Mia, move over, I'll be joining you soon!")

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Yes, my rant is rather silly, but I hope you consider my nomination.

You do know that Phoenix proved Matt Engarde guilty rather than innocent.

I used an example of the school-trial. "Phoenix stole someones lunch money"

Heres an idea: Star the Kiddy Fiddler for his campaign! Beware! If you do not vote for Gant, the Kiddy Fiddler will TOUCH... YOUR... CHILDREN!

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10. Personality. Gant's nice and friendly when he's getting what he wants. If he gets in, we'll have a peaceful 4 years with him in the White House (or maybe not....)

As for the secretary of defense, I vote for Gumshoe. He's so scatterbrained, we'll end up like a sitting duck!

Guys, we need to come up with ten good reasons. One's that display why why he would be a good president. Not why we should be afraid of him. Things like "Vote Gant or he will kill you." AREN'T GOING TO IMPRESS THE CAPCOM JUDGES! Keep it serious people.

... also, I think Gant is just too amazing for ten reasons. We should out do Haggar and come up with 20 reasons!!!

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Are you serious? But that's the entire point. Gant is evil. He'll do whatever he wants. That is why he'll make a good president. Even the judges has to see that!

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Yes, the judges have to see that. But will they like it?

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Ehm, you might want to check out Haggar. The main points to vote for him is his mustache and his old-man power.

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