Highgrounders vs. Lowgrounders

Summary
The "Sitting Civil War" between Highgrounders and Groundsitters (or Lowgrounders) refers to an ongoing argument about the merits of sitting on the ground versus leaning against something when tired and no conventional seating options are available. The argument soon spiralled out of control and became an epic online battle, even going so far as to incite a video smear campaign.

Origin
Originating from a conversation at Vidcon 2014undefined between Omar Najam and Dael Kingsmill during which Dael was sitting on the ground because she was tired, the argument soon coined its own terms. Dael and Mia, "Lowgrounders," proposed that sitting on the ground was a perfectly valid option and that it was something they did all the time. Omar, a "Highgrounder," argued that sitting on the ground was unhygienic and that one should instead find something farther away from the ground to lean or sit on. The opposing viewpoints had particular relevance since it was convention season for both parties and created many situations in which people were physically exhausted but no chairs were available. As viewers from both audiences chimed in, the debate became more participatory and lead to a more divisive line between those identifying as Highgrounders and Lowgrounders, spreading past the context of conventions and reaching all elements of life.

Conflict
Throughout the "war", mock campaigns were created by either faction villainising the opposing side. Photographs and videos propagandising both agendas were shared predominantly via the social media platform, Twitter, in order to try and win a majority in public opinion. These were quickly utilised by JP Rakath, identifying as a double agent for both sides simultaneously, in making fictional newspapers, 'The Groundsitter Gazette' and 'The Highgrounder Herald', reporting the events of the war to those citizens who were concerned. This in particular is what led to the application of new titles to Najam and Kingsmill as High Commander and Low Chancellor, respectively. Dael's brother, Rhys, also earned himself the title of Down Admiral after appearing in one of the Groundsitter images. Individuals who attempted to claim a neutral position on the matter were informed that sitting on the fence was not an acceptable option; they either had to lean against it or sit down at its base.

Potential Conclusion
On April 3rd 2016 a tweet was posted alleging that Omar Najam had directly stated "I love sitting on the ground!"undefined. Najam did not deny the claims and despite attempts to use context to excuse his words, the Highgrounder support base became unconvinced of their leader's dedication to their cause and the movement lost much of its momentum. These events have seemingly concluded the Sitting Civil War with a Groundsitter victory.

Known Highgrounders

 * Omar Najam
 * SarahTheRebel

Known Lowgrounders

 * Dael Kingsmill
 * Mia Resella