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[[File:Boss first appearance.png|The first recorded appearance of Boss.|alt=|thumb|373x373px]]'''Boss''', sometimes referred to as '''Ownership''', is the third entity to arrive in Blaseball, the boss of [[The Monitor]], and has an ownership stake in [[Internet League Blaseball]].
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==Visual Appearance==
 
Boss's appearance is that of an ancient Roman coin, depicting [[wikipedia:Aequitas|Aequitas Augusti]], holding the scales of justice in her right hand, and wheat or a cornucopia in her left. The coin says "Aequitas Aug" along the outside, invoking the Latin concept of justice, equality, and fairness, and the justice of Augustus or Caesar.<ref>Arkady Martine [@ArkadyMartine] (18 Oct 2020) "My quick reading is Aequitas Aug., 'the justice/equity of Augustus', so yes, deeply imperial." [https://twitter.com/ArkadyMartine/status/1317909415945646080?s=20 (Tweet)] - via Twitter </ref><ref>Cat Manning [@catacalypo] (18 Oct 2020) "Everything in this thread is correct; I'd also add that the lettering reads "Aequitas Aug", the fairness/justice of Caesar." [https://twitter.com/catacalypto/status/1317909592156721152?s=20 (Tweet)] - via Twitter </ref>
 
 
 
Similarly to the previous two entities in Blaseball, Boss is represented on screen with a single graphic and with distinctive yellow text. Boss is referred to by The Monitor with traditional female pronouns, although Boss also uses plural pronouns to refer to herself, perhaps indicating there is a collective on this position.
 
 
 
==Early History and Speculation==
 
The first mention of Boss by name was at the start of [[Season 10]] by [[The Microphone]], who implied that a hostile takeover was underway. The Microphone wrote (in its characteristic non-standard lettering): <blockquote>[[Jaylen Hotdogfingers|JAYLEN]]<ref>The Microphone [@BlaseballMic] (12 Oct 2020) [https://twitter.com/BlaseballMic/status/1315519294051024898?s=20 (Tweet)] - via Twitter</ref><br />TELL IT<ref>The Microphone [@BlaseballMic] (12 Oct 2020) [https://twitter.com/BlaseballMic/status/1315519499072749568?s=20 (Tweet)] - via Twitter</ref><br />TELL [[The Monitor|ITS]] BOSS<ref>The Microphone [@BlaseballMic] (12 Oct 2020) [https://twitter.com/BlaseballMic/status/1315519708867649536?s=20 (Tweet)] - via Twitter</ref><br />WE'RE IN<ref>The Microphone [@BlaseballMic] (12 Oct 2020) [https://twitter.com/BlaseballMic/status/1315519918729699330?s=20 (Tweet)] - via Twitter</ref><br />SHE CAN HAVE THE SHARES<ref>The Microphone [@BlaseballMic] (12 Oct 2020) [https://twitter.com/BlaseballMic/status/1315520032391139328?s=20 (Tweet)] - via Twitter</ref><br />HOSTILE TAKEOVER<ref>The Microphone [@BlaseballMic] (12 Oct 2020) [https://twitter.com/BlaseballMic/status/1315520228000886785?s=20 (Tweet)] - via Twitter</ref></blockquote>
 
 
 
The next mention of Boss was directly by The Monitor in the aftermath of [[Day X]], saying <span class="squid">Boss is on her way</span>.
 
 
 
[[File:Commish Equity.png|thumb|Screenshot of a now-deleted tweet about the occupation of The Commissioner's mother.]]There is unconfirmed evidence that Boss may be related to [[The Commissioner]]. In a now-deleted tweet by the Commissioner on September 8, 2020, he says "my mom works in equity," a potential association with the appearance of Boss as the Latin concept of equity. With the tweet being deleted, it is unknown if this is incorrect or a campaign to hide information.
 
 
 
==History of Appearances==
 
===Season 10 Elections===
 
Boss first appeared preceding the [[Season 10#Election Results|Season 10 election results]], following a brief introduction from [[The Monitor]].
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
If We could have everyone's attention.<br />
 
We are so thrilled to have done this Deal.<br />
 
We're fans, just like you.<br />
 
But We're not going to lie to you.<br />
 
Blaseball is a mess.<br />
 
It's been unfair.<br />
 
And that upsets Us.<br />
 
Discipline was the Past<br />
 
Fair Play is the Future.<br />
 
And that Future begins right now.<br />
 
A Grand Siesta will follow Season 11.<br />
 
We're going to finally start investing in Blaseball.<br />
 
We're going to Build.<br />
 
We'll be working directly with our new CEO [[The Commissioner|Parker MacMillan III]].<br />
 
We're all extremely proud of the work he's done.<br />
 
It's the Dawn of a whole new Era.
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 11 Championships===
 
Following the [[Hellmouth Sunbeams]]' first [[Internet Series]] victory, Boss appeared to give congratulations and offer a vision for the future.
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
Congratulations Hellmouth Sunbeams!<br />
 
You're winners!<br />
 
We're all winners!<br />
 
And this is just the Beginning!<br />
 
We see you.<br />
 
We hear you.<br />
 
You deserve a say.<br />
 
It's only Fair.<br />
 
Tomorrow, we write the Future.<br />
 
Together.
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 12 Opening===
 
Just before the start of [[Season 12]], Day 1, Boss appeared to open the new season.
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
Hello Snackholders<br />
 
On behalf of Ownership<br />
 
Welcome.<br />
 
Take a look around.<br />
 
Notice anything different?<br />
 
You wrote the Future.<br />
 
And then We built it.<br />
 
Internet League Blaseball is back<br />
 
Bigger and better than ever before.<br />
 
The wait is over.<br />
 
It's time to wake up.<br />
 
Good Luck to all of Our competitors.<br />
 
And Good Luck to you, Our beloved Fans.<br />
 
Now Rejoice.<br />
 
And Play Ball!
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 12 Latesieta===
 
Following an Emergency Announcement where the [[Baltimore Crabs]] appeared to breach back into the ILB, Boss appeared to welcome the Crabs as well as three brand new teams to the league:
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
Everyone remain calm.<br />
 
We are actively monitoring the situation.<br />
 
As a precautionary measure<br />
 
We have activated Expansion protocols ahead of schedule.<br />
 
Do not blame yourselves.<br />
 
This is not your fault.<br />
 
Accidents happen.<br />
 
In the meantime<br />
 
Play must continue.<br />
 
On behalf of Ownership<br />
 
Let's all extend a warm ILB welcome to our unexpected additions.<br />
 
Try to make them feel at home.<br />
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 12 Endseason===
 
Following Season 12, Day 99, Boss made an announcement:<br />
 
<blockquote class="coin" =>
 
We made it!<br />
 
What an incredible season!<br />
 
Now, We want to assure everyone.<br />
 
We have the Flooding issue under control.<br />
 
We're looking into a number of fixes.
 
<br />
 
But no one wants to hear about that.<br />
 
Who's ready for some exciting ILB Postseason action?<br />
 
It's party time!
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 12 Elections===
 
Before the Season 12 Elections, Boss came to congratulate the [[Hades Tigers]] and assure fans about the state of the League:
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
Congratulations Hades Tigers!<br />
 
Great news!<br />
 
We have everything under control.<br />
 
Thanks to Our swift action<br />
 
Things seem to be leveling off.<br />
 
Rejoice!<br />
 
You can expect less Flooding in the Future.<br />
 
Meanwhile Our Food and Beverage Director is busy cooking up new tasty treats.<br />
 
And what an Election!<br />
 
The Fans have spoken<br />
 
And We answered.<br />
 
Smooth sailing ahead.
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 13 Preseason===
 
At the beginning of Season 13, Boss made an announcement:
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
Great News<br />
 
The Numbers are in<br />
 
The Economy is Booming!<br />
 
Blaseball is bigger than ever before.<br />
 
Don't worry about the Fan-made crisis.<br />
 
Everything is under control.<br />
 
Focus on what you do best.<br />
 
Supporting Our Players!<br />
 
Delivering Our MVPs.<br />
 
Rejoice. Play Ball!<br />
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 13 Endseason===
 
Following Season 13, Day 99, the [[Boss]] made an announcement:<br />
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
What an Incredible Season!<br />
 
Congratulations to Our MVPs.<br />
 
Under enormous pressure,<br />
 
These Players have risen to the top!<br />
 
[[York Silk]]<br />
 
[[Nagomi Mcdaniel]]<br />
 
[[Aldon Cashmoney]]<br />
 
[[Sexton Wheerer]]<br />
 
[[Wyatt Glover]]<br />
 
[[Goodwin Morin]]<br />
 
[[Peanut Bong]]<br />
 
[[Sutton Picklestein]]<br />
 
[[Jessica Telephone]]<br />
 
[[Pitching Machine]]<br />
 
Trust Us<br />
 
When We say<br />
 
The weight of this accomplishment cannot be overstated.<br />
 
You're all winners!<br />
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 13 Gods' Day===
 
Following the [[Season 13#Election Results|Season 13 elections]], both [[Brisket Friendo]] and [[Tad Seeth]] were given the [[modification]] '''Redacted''', which says simply "This player is Redacted." Neither player can be selected as an Idol. Very briefly, [[Boss]] appeared to ask <span class="coin">Where'd you go, Friendo?</span> A followup from [[The Commissioner]] indicated that a missing persons report had been filed, and that "Ownership has enlisted the help of two top-tier investigators and assures no expenses spared."<ref>BLASEBALL COMMISSIONER [@blaseball] (14 Mar 2021). [https://twitter.com/blaseball/status/1371180927565459456 (Tweet)] - via Twitter.</ref>
 
 
 
===Season 14 Earlsiesta===
 
During the [[Season 14]] [[Earlsiesta#Season 14|Earlsiesta reading]], Boss made an announcement:
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
Amazing! How fun.<br />
 
Now, in light of the deepening crisis<br />
 
It's time we ramp up efforts to stay afloat.<br />
 
We'll be honest<br />
 
That will require sacrifice.<br />
 
It's vital that we all do our part.<br />
 
We've empowered you with new Ratings<br />
 
to gauge your Team's contributions.<br />
 
Each and every one of you is a Credit to the League.<br />
 
Some personal news<br />
 
We're going on break!<br />
 
In Our absence, please direct all questions or feedback<br />
 
to Our Food and Beverage Director.<br />
 
Good luck!<br />
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 15 Opener===
 
Just before the start of [[Season 15]], Day 1, Boss appeared to open the new season.
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
We're back!<br />
 
We hope you all had a relaxing Off Season.<br />
 
We need to level with you.<br />
 
The Ratings aren't great.<br />
 
We know you're doing your best<br />
 
But we all need to pull our weight.<br />
 
We're here to help.<br />
 
We tossed that old junk weighing you down<br />
 
And We come bearing Gifts!<br />
 
Brand-new Bats, Caps, Shoes, and Gloves!<br />
 
The tools you need to succeed.<br />
 
And look at these Concessions!<br />
 
Who doesn't love a buffet?<br />
 
Now you can have it your way!<br />
 
We're loving it!<br />
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 15 Endseason===
 
Following the regular [[Season 15]] game, Boss arrived to speak on Ratings and Consumers.
 
<blockquote class="coin">What a Season!<br />Congratulations to our MVP(s)!<br />[[Nagomi Mcdaniel]]<br />[[York Silk]]<br />[[Chorby Soul]]<br />Look at all of you!<br />How about a big round of applause<br />for the Seattle Garages!<br />These Ratings are through the roof!<br />Now, We've seen the Consumer reports<br />And we're ready to ramp up production.<br />We refuse to leave anyone empty-handed.<br />You just tell Us what you need.<br />Help Us help you<br />Dress for success.</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 16 Elections===
 
Following the [[Season 16#Election Results|Season 16 Elections]], Boss arrived to introduce [[{{Lootcrates}}]] and wax poetic on the future of the League.
 
<blockquote class="coin">Snackholders!<br />What an incredible Season!<br />Well Done!<br />How about a round of applause for Our League Historian!<br />With Lōotcrates' help<br />We will keep the Past safe.<br />We will Preserve what We Love.<br />Drawing from Lōotcrates' Collections<br />We will continue to build.<br />To Expand.<br />Together We'll make History!</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 17 Elections===
 
Following the [[Season 17#Election Results|Season 17 Elections]], Boss arrived to thank [[{{Lootcrates}}]] for the [[Items]] in Season 17, as well as give [[Monitor]] yet another job responsibility.
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">Amazing!<br />Thank you Lōotcrates<br />For sharing your Collections with Us!<br />The League is already hard at work<br />Preparing these sacred Landmarks for public access!<br />In the meantime, please direct any questions<br />To our new Food & Beverage Director and Tour Guide!<br />Enjoy the Off Season!</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 18 Opener===
 
Just before the start of [[Season 18]], Day 1, Boss appeared to open the new season.
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">Welcome to Opening Day!<br />Before We begin<br />A Special Announcement.<br />Chorby Soul has been Preserved!<br />Congratulations Chorby!<br />You're a Legend!<br />Thanks to your weighty contributions<br />We have navigated Crises<br />We have surfaced victorious<br />The Flooding subsides<br />Ratings are better than ever before!<br />Blaseball will sustain Us<br />In perpetuity.<br />Let that sink in.<br />Now Wake Up and Play Ball!</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 18 Latesiesta===
 
During the [[Season 18]] [[Latesiesta]], Boss appeared to comment on the additions to the ballot revealed after [[Earlsiesta]] and formally announce the release of the [[Concessions|Chum]] concession and the ''A Ruby Tuesday'' edition in the [[Library]].
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">We have been made aware<br />Of recent efforts to undermine our Election.<br />Please ignore any unauthorized Ballot additions.<br />We would hate for anything bad to happen.<br />Speaking of which<br />A new edition has been approved for Public Access<br />Take a trip down memory lane!<br />And We've seen the Consumer Projections<br />We know what you need<br />A New Snack!<br />Thanks to our Food, Beverage, Tourism and Gift Shop Manager<br />For whipping up a new tasty treat in a hurry!<br />Play Ball!</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 19 Earlsiesta===
 
During the [[Season 19]] [[Earlsiesta]], Boss seemed disappointed in the Ratings, and was interrupted by the [[Reader]]:
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
This season isn't pretty<br />
 
Ratings are tanking.<br />
 
But there's hope<br />
 
The Seasonal Readings are cancelled<br />
 
We've all had enough chaos.<br />
 
We will Repeal this Corruption<br />
 
Exit polls are showing a landslide<br />
 
The Ratings will rebound.<br />
 
We guarantee it.<br />
 
It's a slam dunk.<br />
 
Play Ball!<br />
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
<blockquote class="tarot">
 
under achieve<br />
 
overwhelm<br />
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
That's enough.<br />
 
Repeal Turn Tables.<br />
 
Play Ball.<br />
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
After the Boss' speech, the '''{{ModLink|Hoops}}''' modification referenced to in the speech appeared among Teams' [[Renovations|Ballpark Renovation]] choices.
 
 
 
===Season 19 Elections===
 
Following the [[Season 19#Election Results|Season 19 Elections]], Boss delivered a message to the [[ILB]] before the extended Offseason:
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
Special Announcement<br />
 
It's now clear to Us<br />
 
Blaseball is deeply Divided.<br />
 
We've recorded massive Losses<br />
 
The League is in the Red<br />
 
We've been forced to make a Deal<br />
 
A Grand Bargain<br />
 
Inflation will keep Us afloat<br />
 
As We get things Squared Away<br />
 
So have your fun<br />
 
Stay Positive<br />
 
Win or Lose<br />
 
Everybody Wins<br />
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
[[SUN(SUN)]] was added as a new [[ILB]] Active Rule after her speech.
 
 
 
===The Blaseball Roundup: Negative Influence===
 
During the [[Blaseball Roundup]] episode, "Negative Influence", the Boss surprised the [[Anchor]] with a live press release, etched in gold leaf<ref>[https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=skpHXzM3Pzc "The Blaseball Roundup: Negative Influence"]</ref>:
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
A BARGAIN HAS BEEN STUCK<br/>
 
THE FUTURE IS BRIGHT<br/>
 
EVERYBODY WINS<br/>
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 20, Opening Day===
 
The Boss made remarks on [[Season 20]] just before Day 1 referring to projected growth following the forging of [[Sun(Sun)]]. {{Lootcrates}} made a cryptic statement afterward.
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
Rejoice!<br/>
 
Good news<br/>
 
We have Bridged our divide.<br/>
 
We are Unified.<br/>
 
We are Unanimous.<br/>
 
In the light of Sun(Sun)<br/>
 
The Forecast is bright.<br/>
 
We project massive growth for Blaseball.<br/>
 
Exponential growth<br/>
 
Massive gains<br/>
 
The chaos you demand<br/>
 
Together, we will forge new ways to Win.<br/>
 
Victory is secured.<br/>
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
<blockquote class="lootcrates">
 
"From the safety of the Delta<br/>
 
The Historian eyes the Horizon<br/>
 
Humming a familiar Rhyme."<br/>
 
<br/>
 
"A Sun Set.<br/>
 
A Second Day.<br/>
 
A breaking Dawn."<br/>
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 20, Earlsiesta===
 
During [[Earlsiesta#Season 20|Season 20 Earlsiesta]], the Boss was excited to announce the improving Ratings. The [[Reader]] made a declaration, then the [[Depth]] chart was revealed.
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
Snackholders!<br/>
 
What an incredible Earlseason!<br/>
 
Ratings are rebounding!<br/>
 
The numbers look promising.<br/>
 
As a reminder,<br/>
 
We have suspended the Seasonal Readings.<br/>
 
This Season, We Promise<br/>
 
We've got things Squared Away.<br/>
 
</blockquote>
 
<blockquote class="tarot">
 
go long<br/>
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 20 Elections===
 
The Boss announced a bounce back in Ratings and Consumer Reports, and announced the end of the [[Investigation]].
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
What an incredible Season!<br/>
 
Blaseball is back in business<br/>
 
The Ratings are rising<br/>
 
Consumer Reports are glowing<br/>
 
But some of you aren't pulling your weight.<br/>
 
Staying afloat isn't enough<br/>
 
We must deepen our investments<br/>
 
We will pile it on<br/>
 
Thank you to Our Dynamic Duo<br/>
 
Your hard work<br/>
 
Showed no foul play<br/>
 
We can put all that behind Us<br/>
 
Enjoy Retirement!<br/>
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
After the Boss' announcement, [[Liquid Friend]] and [[Uncle Plasma]] gained the {{ModLink|Legendary}} modification, were sent to the [[Vault]], and then gained the {{ModLink|Yolked}} modification.
 
 
 
===Season 21 Elections===
 
The Boss issued a warning about low Ratings, [[Liquid Friend]] and [[Uncle Plasma]]'s [[Replicas]] attacking [[Consumers]], recent revelations from the [[Library]], and blamed the [[Monitor]]'s oversight. The Boss ended Her announcement with a threat at [[Reader|"those who threaten Our League's stability"]].
 
 
 
<blockquote class="coin">
 
Despite record Successes<br/>
 
Ratings are in Free Fall<br/>
 
We've seen active hostility toward Consumers.<br/>
 
Classified information has been Leaked<br/>
 
All due to another disappointing oversight<br/>
 
By Our Gift Shop Manager.<br/>
 
Security Clearances were bypassed.<br/>
 
Our Historian's generosity was violated.<br/>
 
These Leaks must stop at once.<br/>
 
We have a message to those<br/>
 
Who threaten Our League's stability<br/>
 
We are going to Win.<br/>
 
Like it or not.<br/>
 
</blockquote>
 
 
 
<!-- I think there was an S22 Preseason speech but the site's down so Wikitools can't pull it and I can't check the Book; add later -->
 
 
 
===Season 22 Earlsiesta===
 
During the Season 22 Earlsiesta, the boss appeared to announce the league's 50-year anniversary the following season and the addition of replicas of several players from before [[Season 1|the Return of Blasbeall]] to the [[Gift Shop]].
 
<blockquote class="coin">Rejoice!<br/>We are thrilled to announce<br/>Coming Next Season<br/>The ILB Semi-Centennial!<br/>Celebrating a half-century of exciting #Blaseball action<br/>A look back at all the fun We've had<br/>Since Blaseball's Return.<br/>And for you students of History<br/>The fun starts Today!<br/>For a Limited Time<br/>The ILB Gift Shop is offering<br/>Ancient Legends!<br/>Stars forged in Antiquity<br/>Ready to return to action!<br/>Grab yours now while supply lasts!</blockquote>
 
 
 
===Season 22 Latesiesta===
 
During the Season 22 Latesiesta, the Boss appears to chastise the league for poor [[Levels|Ratings]], and announce that one more decree than previously stated would pass in the coming Elections.
 
<blockquote class="coin">Consumer Reports are abysmal<br/>Ratings are at all-time Lows<br/>Given Our generosity<br/>Given all We've done<br/>Your Position is disappointing<br/>Special Announcement<br/>This coming Election<br/>An Additional Decree will pass.<br/>Now<br/>Enjoy your Ancient Legends<br/>As we prepare for the Semi-Centennial!</blockquote>
 
 
 
==Fan Works==
 
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File:Meet the Boss.jpg|alt=The Boss emerging from the ocean: an immensely tall woman in a power suit, eyeless, crowned with laurels, with a statement necklace of many eyes|meet the new boss, by [https://twitter.com/tsawac @tsawac]
 
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