HamHamHam
HamHamHam_, commonly referred to as Ham, is a veteran player of EarthPol known for his involvement in Persia during Version 2 and as a prominent figure in the Byzantine Empire during Version 3. He is remembered for his building contributions in towns such as Athens and Constantinople, and his participation in the First and Second Sparta Wars. Currently he is a ranking member of the Federal Assembly in the German Confederation_(Astra)
EarthPol Version 2
Ham first joined EarthPol on December 10th, 2020 during Version 2, as part of a small group that founded the nation of Persia. The project was led by DonutSlayer, with towns such as Persepolis and Tehran forming the core of the nation. Persia saw limited development — Reincarnate and Donut built most of its structures, including a Persian temple, while others were more passively involved. Despite its humble size, Persia expanded briefly by adding Babylon, which featured one of the most well-crafted temples on EarthPol at the time.
The group disbanded quickly due to a renewed interest in Hearts of Iron IV and the appearance of a new server, AtomicMC.
EarthPol Version 3
Ham played a much larger role in Version 3 of EarthPol, joining the Byzantine Empire alongside familiar faces such as Reincarnate, Hibitt, and DonutSlayer. The nation was formed in response to dissatisfaction with previous servers and led by an inner circle that valued camaraderie and shared history. Ham helped construct and lead the town of Athens, which featured an amphitheater and the foundations of the Acropolis. His builds stood in contrast to the sea-walled city of Constantinople, led by Donut.
During this version, Ham was heavily involved in internal and external conflicts, including the infamous First Sparta War and Second Sparta War. Both wars revolved around disputes with Swevy, a former ally who defected to SPQR. Ham participated in diplomatic efforts, including private DMs with Swevy, and supported siege efforts led by Byzantine PvPers. The wars culminated in a controversial plugin exploitation incident where allies intentionally died to manipulate siege scores, leading to temporary bans that were later lifted.
In the aftermath, Ham remained active within the Byzantine political-military structure, navigating alliances and betrayals across the Mediterranean.
Legacy
Ham is remembered for his steadfast loyalty, diplomacy in the face of conflict, and his architectural contributions — particularly in Athens. While not a front-line PvPer, his steady presence and moral compass helped guide the Byzantine Empire through chaotic times.