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RP: Black Sites & Extraterrestrials
Part of Ultimate Spy Games
For: Brennus

The Pieces Come Together

The Otykenese scientist captured at the hanger raid in Brennus provided some valuable information on the Conduit; it wasn't particularly challenging to get him to spill the information they needed; the essential part was a warning that the contents of the enigma conduit would be destroyed if they tried to use force: even precision methods like lasers would cause microscopic cubic nitrogen crystals kept inside microscopic vessels in the device would detonate. Dispelling any plans to force it open, the ETs ensured no 'unworthy' civilization would learn secrets they weren't ready for.

The devices puzzles were challenging to translate and highly acoustic. Each tactile progression through the puzzle boxes took the solver into the very latest and esoteric scientific discoveries and knowledge of the sciences; it was a lock that required intense secrets to solve and evidently couldn't be solved by force; it was brilliantly crafted of extraterrestrial alloys and engraved by the most precise of lasers with an expansive array of moving components and interacting locks solving it was like a journey through science itself.

There were some hitches; the Brennians didn't have the Rosetta for translation of the codes, and the puzzle creators expected anyone to have solved the previous ones and have all their clues assembled. Still, the Brennians did have various charts kept in the hangar and were able to generate a limited working model. Still, as the years passed and the puzzle collected dust in multiple states of being solved, they had recovered an ace. A real live Extraterrestrial that they had raised from an egg, still just a calf at the moment, but the ET, now aged five, was talking quite a lot for a five-year-old as the language part of her brain, according to scans, was of considerably sized, the brain was also dual hemisphere much like terrestrial creatures of similar type. However, that's like comparing apes to humans, of course, some notable differences. ET/B-1, or Reine as they called her, would be no cryptographic master at the time, but intuitively provided some insights into how to solve the puzzle box intuitively knowing some parts of the language perhaps encoded into her genetic memory, recordings of her talking to herself also provided good sampling for AI-backed language models to get passed a few steps, particularly on things star charts wouldn't reference like biological puzzles.

Interest in the Puzzle box was piqued when several new components had been solved. It is expected to be completed very soon and the items inside and the next step in the journey will be unlocked fully. Though it is expected Otyken will be watching their movements closely enough to cause interference once the quest begins.

The Hanger Treasures
As for the other items, they had uncovered the Diadem of Epochal Command, which was paired to the Microcosmic Constructor Vessel; it was a crown that read brain waves as far as they could tell and could control micro machines that lived in the Constructor Vessel, various groups debated its purpose, but it was clear that it was a tool used for working on aircraft in the hanger. So they decided to try it out in an old run-down jet. A volunteer who was highly familiar with the design of that aircraft wore the crown and got to work, a microscopic swarm of robotics clinging to the jet and entering into its airframe, blasting away rust, reinforcing components, and replacing them from a pile that was in the aircraft hanger on the black site. It was scrubbed clean and any residue purged, old bolts refreshed, and electronics repaired; after several hours, this 30-year-old aircraft looked like it had just come off the production line, and the bots returned to their vessel having taken some of the old wiring as an offering to repair themselves after their work was completed. Some of the bots had been taken and examined by microscope, but they were pretty uncooperative, always trying to return to the constructor's vessel.

Another device was an active astrolabe; it was palm-sized and worked as a necklace; the device was constantly shifting and drew the topology of Kalrania and would direct people to where they needed to be; it was an alien navigational device of unprecedented ability. It was quickly millions of years old and of incalculable value, constructed primarily of gold utility fog. In the hangar itself, they had also found four stasis pods they could put people in for extended periods, practically a one-way time travel to the future.

Unidentified Flying Object: H-20B
Following almost half a decade of antediluvian aviation equipment under examination the H-20 recieved it's new successor, captured by Brennian satellites during a pass over they had intentionally moved the plane outside while tracking the satellite to be sure they got a clear shot of it.

Estimates in fuel efficiency place it's range somewhere at 12,000-kilometre though it's combat radius is likely considerably lower and a recent report indicated it created a sonic boom though it's primarily subsonic so this may be a specific test platform. The new model has tripled the payload at a solid 30 tons of munitions. It's stealth profile has also been dramatically increased with a new skin and some design choices to minimize it's radar cross section. Though this is a notable strategic problem it was a great relief that they weren't cloning the captured saucer and likely cannot do anything beyond take some design suggestions.

Malevalon Creek Combined Arms Base
Construction of the MCCAB in Baltocarpathia had come to a successful completion. The necessary preparations were finalized for the relocation of numerous military assets to the base and the moving process had begun.

Vikan-Solingarchi Relations
Negotiations were swift and came to a conclusion with the formalization of a Non-Aggression Pact, Embassies, establishment of VISA-based travel, and Rykensvik will operate a development zone inside of Ivory. The Vikan-controlled zone will largely be run as a mega-mall of Vikan commercialism, putting on display the various and wide-array of Vikan products. From manufactured toys and industrial grade household cleaning products, to DVD sets of movies and animated shows, and cars.

The Price of Democracy
With Rykensvik expanding its defensive network, funds were allocated to the rent of an airforce base within Averius. At a high cost of 400 Million Kroner annually, Rykensvik will formalize both its military presence and its pledge to protect the ideals of democracy within Averius.

Watching Allessia
The broadcast that put communist red revolutionaries on display at the gallows was one interestingly watched by the Vikan government. Diplomatic discussions had provided notes on how Allessia functions and Rykensvik knew well that it was not the beacon of liberty that they’d hoped it to be. However, the threat of communism was very real and something Rykensvik had previously encountered some decades ago. It was, however, received with some skepticism. To publicly televise another round of executions of an enemy from thirty years ago, meant that it seemed the Allessian Emperor may have been slipping grip on his power and was utilizing this to reaffirm his position.

Whatever the reality of the situation was, it was another group of communists removed from the world and one less threat that Rykensvik had to worry about.

Kulkkistani-Vikan Relations
The meeting with the Kulkkistani Foreign Minister went well. New knowledge was gained from the encounter and it was knowledge unexpected. However, trade, albeit with high levels of protectionism from the Kulkkistani State. Embassies would also be constructed to enable more effective methods of communications.

Rumors were running amuck within the halls of government. Rumors of several states, neighboring states nonetheless, potentially running slavery or slavery-like operations within their borders. To protect the integrity and mission of Rykensvik, the Vikan Foreign Intelligence Committee (ViFIC) would release spies into Baltocarpathia and Aquitinia with their mission being to establish information networks to track down any potential legal or illegal slave driving operations. The mission operated under the assumption that neither nation’s government would willingly disclose such operations to the Vikan government given its very public stance on liberty and individual freedoms.

If a slavery institute is found and confirmed to be supported and/or funded by the existing government, a report will be made to discuss the degree of prevalence it has within that country’s society.

The meeting with the Kulkkistani Foreign Minister left something of an awkward taste in the President and government’s mouth. A faith-led dictatorship with a strong disdain for free market capitalism raised quite a few eyebrows. The collective assumption was that this government was potentially communistic in nature, forcing people either into equality through poverty, or sabotaging individuality through governmental over-regulation and manipulation.

The way the minister spoke about this deity-chosen man was seemingly unnatural, as if trained to speak of him in such a praising manner. Furthermore, the mention of “restricted liberties to preserve the revolution” raised further concerns that below the surface of a democratic farce, was a red banner waiting to be unfurled.

Operatives of ViFIC would quietly get into the country and establish an information network. The goal was to gather as much official documentation, publicly available sources like news stories, and even a copy of their faith’s religious texts. While some of this could probably and easily be obtained above board, there were concerns that the Kulkkistani would alter information to portray their theocratic leadership in a good and holy light, minimizing the shadows that were assumed to be present. Furthermore, the operatives would also try to scout out any potential resistance groups to the current regime and make contact to gather even more information on the situation and quality of life within the country.

Expansion of the Vikan Airforce and Establishment of the Missile Command Branch

The Vikan airforce was a strong entity of military power, seemingly on par with its contemporaries and neighbors. However, It had limited operational capacities, designed for en massed warfare of supremacy. To expand the operational range of the airforce, it needed close air support and medium bombing aircraft that were lighter, smaller, and cheaper to fly in comparison to the FC-12 Yeti. It would also need heavy transport aircraft to simplify the moving process for any large amount of manpower.

In the modern age, wars could be won easier with fewer lives lost compared to traditional warfare of ages passed. This could easily be achieved with the usage of missiles. Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs) were the new hot weapon of the century and could outperform several aircraft in precision-based destruction. To manage the production, decommission, maintenance, and usage of the country’s missile systems, the third branch of the military would be made, known as “Missile Command”.

Federation of Africa wrote:[b]RP: Preparations[/b

With the bases agreed upon, the Federation would start to clear the areas where the bases would be located, along with breaking ground to begin the construction of the bases. Small bases in the areas near future bases for Sodor and Seljaryssk would temporarily host the troops stationed in the Federation.

RP: Funnies

With the bases planned, Sodor would express her interest in a fourth facility on the northwest coast, to host an unknown number of strike and fighter aircraft, along with missile systems, in return for 2 decommissioned guided missile frigates, appropriate training on them, and RyM 329 million.

In the meantime, interest in SEPERATE discussions with both the technate and Lillitia would be expressed in order to ensure diplomatic relations with the foreigners go smoothly.

Otyken
Lillitia/Posadistya

Aquitinia wrote:RP ~ 2013 Eclipse Games Events and Sign Ups

2013 ECLIPSE GAMES ~

Nonadia has never participated in one of these international events, and was looking for an opportunity to make themselves and their athletes known across the globe.

Dance:
Kenny Fuller (m) and Vita Fuller (f)

  • Both human, 1.87m and 1.6m respectfully, 83 kg and 50 kg respectfully

  • Swing Dance

  • The greatest swing-dance duo in Nonadia, a dance that was revolutionized due to the popularity of jazz music in Nonadia, a great story in romance as well due to them both happening to be married.

Limited Calvinball:
Noah Jennings

  • Human

  • Team Size: 15

Footrace:
Glen Harris (m)

  • Human, 1.95m, 93 kg

  • One of the most famous high school athletes in Nonadia, is being recruited by almost all professional sports for his ability to be a multisport athlete in basketball and baseball, has run a 10.5 second 100 meter despite being so young.

Horse Race:
Damien Parker (m)

  • Human, 1.9m, 95.7 kg

  • Spanish Saddle

  • Champion of last year's Merida Derby, Nonadia's premier horse racing competition where he set the national record time at 1:58 minutes in the 2,100-meter race.

RP: Gullblatt Enclave

The Gullblatt Enclave is located in the Southeastern region of the Greater Confederation of Switzerland. Mountains can be found in the north of the enclaves region before giving way to forested hills where plains cover the south. The economy is heavily built on the agricultural sector and a a few other minor sectors breaking into tourism, information technology, and semiconductor manufacturing and development. Using the geography Gullblatt can be divided into three subsections. Höhleberg is the most northern of these having been mostly built around the entrance mouth to a large cavern. Much like the mountain range above it limestone and black shale make up the bulk of the structures. Small amounts of bornite-copper have been found within the area but not enough to make an impact economically. Only about 20% of the enclaves population live around and within Höhleberg. Himnesarta also known as the Celestial Heart is the economical center of Gullblatt acting as the seat of power for the enclave. This is located within the hills region. Most of the modern infrastructure is located within this subsection. Some important buildings here would included the Ether Palace, Gullblatt only skyport, Celeste Cathedral, International Academy of Gullblatt, and the Silkway Network HQ building not far from their manufacturing facilities. Last of these subsections is Blumefeld which takes over the bulk of the plains. A number of large Hallowstead plantations farm the land creating the agricultural backbone.

RP: The New Dawn

The Sprites of Sitruuna at the Davidii Sky Yards have completed the first line of the Valas-Class airships. These behemoths come in at 1,064 feet long with a helium gas volume of 14.9 million cubic feet. It had a gross lift of 1.7 million pounds, enabling it to carry 500 passengers, a crew of 100 and 100 tons of freight at speeds over 200 mph. These numbers could easily be moved around to offer heavier armaments outfitted on these sky vessels. A unique feature of this airship is the central tube acting like a backbone running from nose to tail of the vessel giving its better support and strength. The vessel is powered by a nuclear propulsion system it takes up 22 percent of its total weight allowance. The Sprites are ready to hand over the Valas-Class airship to Solingarch after spending six years building and testing it. The ship does require a name still.

RP: Heart of Darkness

Marovoanise Jungle, southern islands

The jungles were wet, even as Lettnant Arisoa Salema led her troops through the dense foliage, towards the village of Bepea. Wet, and warm. There were only twelve of them, any more would have been an obstacle, and they were hardly well armed. Rifles, for three of them, and a sniper rifle for the fourth in each squad, even as the group walked, or shuffled, towards their objective. Even if they were from the 3rd Infantry Regiment, the Commando forces, this wasn't exactly what they'd been trained for. No, that was more along the lines of shooting protestors who dared to raise arms against the central government, or dealing with other issues.

Which, she supposed, this was. As large butterflies batted against her face and the humidity grew ever more oppressive, they were tasked with dealing with someone. Namely, Tahiry Leriva, a man known for preaching radical left-wing ideals against the Marovoanise government, thus presenting a major threat to the present rule. A major threat to government rule, which was why he was a target. It was a shame, she thought. He may have been an issue, but at the least he thought he was doing what was best for the country. More than she could say for some of the population, who only worked for themselves.

Under orders, though, she was. Which was why she'd been promoted, to lead this mission. And the fact she'd risen through the ranks, all the way from wanting to enlist like her father had, to now being a relatively high ranking officer as women went. And her father had risen as she had, commanding her bosses bosses boss as Deputy Chief for Special Operations Command. No relation, of course, her daddy would never do anything just because. Clearly she was the best choice for the task, and it was that thought that even as she waded through waist deep stagnant water encouraged her to keep going.

Several injuries, all minor scrapes and bruises, would be accrued by the small task force in her group. Thorns were no laughing matter in the rainforest, and the several inch long spikes on vine after vine took their toll, until finally the strike team was in position, rifles in hand as they reached the village, their stopping off point. Welcomed by the leader, they were offered food, the offer accepted, and a bed, not accepted. Typical Marovoanise hospitality, and an encounter which suggested it would be easier to deal with Leriva once he was caught. Still, bedding could come later. For now, boots marched smartly down the packed earth that served as a path, rifles constantly in hand, entering a mud building with a straw roof and filled with smoke. A long table bearing what food could be spared, a mismatch of plates and glasses but at the least enough for the 12.

It was simple food. Spiced Rice, along with some well cooked zebu in a sauce which nobody questions. Still, it's filling, and at the least it's an attempt to provide for the commandos, and that's all they could ask for. Then, they rest a few hours. Don't sleep, and ignore the noise outside, but stay still as they discuss the plan.

That morning, a meeting with their local informant, rough position of Leriva given as a ravine some 8 kilometres north of the village, and they were off. They had their orders, positioning planned, and that was enough. Which meant at 4 am, the force was moving towards the camp, snipers set up with a good view over the ravine and rifles at the ready. Spotted by a sentry, fire began to blaze, rifles cracking and both sides firing almost blindly into the dark, one because they couldn't see, and the commandos because while they did have night vision equipment they were rushing for cover, two taking bullets but neither fatally.

Then, the proper gunfight breaks out. Because once the Marovoanise forces had made it to cover, various small ripples in the ground, fallen rocks and bushes, it was more a slaughter, Leriva's few compatriots taking bullets which were most definitely fatal, until only the man remained, stumbling towards the troops with a dropped rifle even as he yelled. "Don't shoot! I'm Tahiry Leriva, and I'm worth more to you dead than alive."

This was a surprise, but not unwelcome, even as the revolutionary is swiftly tied up and taken back to Bepea, rifles trained at all times as the forces move back with the prisoner. Thrown into the room they'd eaten, and left. Little incident. A conversation with a schoolteacher, assaulting a captain who came in ostensibly to check on the prisoner and more realistically to take a souvenir. Not a good idea, and possibly why the orders were transmitted from high command. Previous plans had rolled around extradition; Allessia, Sodor, another nation against the communism Leriva was preaching. Now, the orders were simple. Execution.

Hence why, at 11:00 PM, Leriva was taken into the jungle, and Sergeant Mihaja Ravalomanana was given more specific order. To make it look like a shooting in combat, which was why the rifle roared, shooting the man once, twice, five times. Puncturing lungs, snapping ribs and finally leaving the body to bleed out, before being drug back to the waiting helicopter for extraction.

The announcement would be made several days later, citing a death in combat situation for the man, even as groups saw this and began to talk, to plan their own acts, the sparks for revolution lit.

NEXT TIME:

Marovoanise Revolution

RP Negotiations
Sodor and Seljaryssk would be invited to stay in Estonia, their base being seen as legitimate by the republic of Baltocarpathia. Further negotiations would be presented by the will of the council of Phoenix Blossom to establish our own military garrison in Sodor comprising of native Estonians and their local military forces, Sodor would also be invited to join as a signatory of certain clauses within PB that would strengthen ties between all involved nations without making any military promises

RP | Pst... Slava Prolekult...

Amberleaf had been secretly observing the events unfolding in Solingarch for some time. With the its collectivist and egalitarian culture, it truly did not look fondly upon the local monarchist regime. There seemed to be now sparking flames in southern Solingarch, Prolekult. The Vanguardists, with their ideals of forming a communist republic, were much closer to the Amberlevian values. Squashing down brutally on peaceful protesters was a good way to get on the hostile side of Amberlevian public sentiment. While of the public, voices had been raised to call out the events, the Amber Ministry and Military had been keeping quiet about the affair. They planned on keeping their cards hidden, and use the advantage of Amberleaf seeming relatively uninterested in the affairs.

In secret contact was made with certain few individuals from the Vanguardists. A promise was made. A promise of support. A promise of shattering crowns. Inconspicuously, Amberleaf began slowly delivering arms and supplies, handing them off to unionized dock workers in Darjatt and Kirsport, from which point they could be distributed upriver across the country. To not arouse suspicion, Amberleaf had acquired or constructed trade vessels that mimic those of Solingarch's usual trade partners. They would be hire human immigrants from Baltocarpathia and Greater Confederation of Switzerland to staff the ships and play along the charade, as the Antfolk would be very clear recognized as Amberlevian.

RP A Matter of Church & State
Resolution: Approved

The church of Baltocarpathia, representing the body of Christ for those in the homeland and abroad, shall henceforth be allowed to remain an integral part of the government of the Confederacy, with the added clause, of forfeiting tax exemption status within the Republic. The taxation of the church will ensure fair representation for religious institutions within the country, to hold democratic power as every other institution possesses. The Senate hereby sends this proposal to President Max Lorenzo for final approval into law

The outer union scouting squadron

Aquitinia wrote:RP ~ 2013 Eclipse Games Events and Sign Ups
SNIP!

RP: We are BACK!

The Nation was celebrating the victories in the eclipse game but once again they hear it's call... And they decided to answer it. This time also implementing some of the new, fresh and interesting young talent to be with veteran, experienced and renown current talents.

The Outer Union Team this time -

Single Weapon Dueling
Name: Alocalto Zolrn Erkics
Species/Other Details: Male, Human
Weapon of Choice: Swiss Sabre
Any Fluff: Replacing Alexander is Up and Coming youngster Alocalto, Hoping to at least perform good to something to show progress.

Dance
Name(s): Hilda Rosser (F, Wolf), Zelda Ilroon (F, Wolf), Link Eoran (M, Human), Alinnoa Vuntrops (F, Tiger), Alexander Houston (M, Lion) and Erick Souseno (M, Human)
Dance Type: Elämänilon polkka, a Finnish Folk Dance
Any Fluff: The 3rd Place finishers hope to win another medal as this is slowly building momentum for them coming into these games

Markswomanship
Name: Amina Wiseman (F)
Species/Other Details: Human
Weapon: Sniper Rifle (K14)
Any Fluff: She's BAAAACK again, The 2005 Games Silver Medal recipient would accept the chance to compete again after her lost last time and now comes in more focused

Limited Calvinball
Captain Name: Iltvritch Ilona
Captain Species/Other Details: Male Human
Team Size: 10
Any Fluff: The team is good in showing dodging skills hopefully enough to show progress

Javelin Toss
Name: Uirna Ilsona
Species/Other Details: Female, Wolf
Any Fluff: A strong Javelin thrower, She expects at least top five to go into this games and to show the newcomers better lighting

Footrace
Name: Karlo Weisenburg
Species/Other Details: Female, Fox
Any Fluff: Karlo Weisenburg is a recent young female talent that many find interesting, While her speed is mediocre- Her momentum and acceleration control has her eyes for this year

RP: Mana and travel

Three merchant class airship are heading to the nation of Neuerstaat. The Egill Coven lead by Olea Egill original from the Vestrbjǫrg has decided that Tuliare in Coraith would be a new fitting home. Two Hundred Seventy-Four adult sprites are making the journey south. The Coven has trade known in simple electrons and farming.

With the normal shipments of mana coming from the Lesser Glóavið Springs Laboratory new products have slowly been coming about. By request unprocessed mana will also be shipped over to the islands. There have been talks of allowing new beverages into the markets aswell.

Uxatsʻypŋułiqq
Insincere words

Recieving word of the Honalulan (Kemonomica) desire to warm the rather cold, or near non-existant, relations that the two states had, the Dze would not give an immediate answer. On one hand, it had been proven that the Absukians were not really bad, promoting economic growth in many nations abroad with CARI, though they were unsure how they were achieving it, and they were also one of the nations that helped create a political stability in world politics; in spite of that, they were also known for their previous antagonism towards the Confederation and most of the allies it had close ties with and, although they could not prove it, the wreckages and equipment the Dze pried out of dead Karzynites looked odd, even if damaged enough to not be easily recognizable...

They did not believe to heart that the intentions of the Absukians, they would be open to hosting a consulate in Ŋołtʻokeq, secretly to keep close tabs on the nation's intention in the short term, and the possibility of a very limited trade deal, though the latter would have to be discussed further late in time, as the nation was currently focusing on salvaging as many of its existing relations as possible.

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Nuwuqʻ tʻyqʻałiqq ḳoqux
Shards of a pot I

Almost a year has passed since the dissolution of REK and the nation, despite having a superb diplomatic reputation, has felt the consequences of the alliance being no more; many of its ties to countries in Ardentia and Vesperia have weakened or just been willingly abandoned, specially as the foreign policy began to adopt a more localized view. Among those links that the nation had been able to fully maintain were those with it's Tengerinan allies, Distan and Xing, specially as the War of Heavenly Reclamation still raged on, with Dzeioi fighting and bleeding side by side with the Ryu, whilst cooperation with Distan shaped much of the nation's M.I.C. and was a core pillar of their trading relations.

However, closer to home, the nation wished to strengthen its relations to the Candain enclaves of Owlet and Gloávið. Although not interacting much before, those enclaves were the place of origin of much of Dzeia's sprite populace, with House Ontes being actually from Gloávið, and the Confederation felt like these enclaves presented many an opportunity for trade and collaboration. Though, secret from anybody else, the Confederation wished to begin work on establishing its presence in its home continent, which it had partially neglected after taking leadership of REK, barring the intervention in the Khaganate Wars.

To the Enclave of Owlet the Confederation would offer the start of trading, wishing to sell construction materials for urban and port expansion, going hand in hand with offers of investing in its housing, port and agricultural sectors to help the enclave grow economically. To the Enclave of Gloávið the Dze would propose the start of a small capacity trade and bilateral investment deal surrounding the Semiconductor, Energy and Pharmaceutical Industries, where sprites thrive thanks to their small size.

Added to this, the Confederation would extend to both Enclaves, individually, the possibility of a Military Alliance, as the Dze feel obligated to uphold their old oaths to each individual state, expressing their desire to continue the old cooperation, even if the broader alliance was no more.

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Tʻuç̇liqq q̇eex̣ke
Games in the grass

For over sixty years now the Dze have been slowly warming up to a sport from the land of Tsʻalnywŋq̇e (Etrius), known in common as "football". Although enjoying it in a small capacity for a while, slightly before and during the Great Blossom of 1995-2005 the nation would build two big stadiums in its biggest cities, as well as some small-scale fields in the smaller settlements, and begin to try and see how to play the sport. Although odd for a mostly nomadic species at first, it eventually found its niche amongst the mannish populace and the sons of dzeioi merchants in the cities, with local teams springing up; a domestic league would be created in the year of 1987 and a national team would be set up by 1990.

Although not being the best at the sport, being quite the newcomer in terms of playing time and infrastructure, it was rising to be one of the more popular sports in the nation, though not yet fully competing with traditional sports, and a great deal of funding has been allocated to ensure that it succeeds even further, though it is yet to be seen how much this will translate to true growth. Nevertheless, a seed has been planted and nurtured, only time will reveal the rest.

The outer union scouting squadron

Kemonomica wrote:

L O N G   L I V E   T H E   T E C H N A T E   &   H E R   P E O P L E !

        G. 2010

        [Kalena Georgian: 2010]

        Honalulu: Two-Thousands’

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        Honalulu
        Aiponnii, Rothenake

      | RP: The Power Vacuum |

The Continental Technate: Kemonomica, Otyken

Mentioned Nation(s): Candain, Ryuvir, Kuracha Kanlant, The outer union scouting squadron, Dze Tribes

With the fall of REK as the Director had predicted that at some point would happen. Honalulu began its diplomatic siege onto the North.

Most notably starting with the Candain enclaves. With the fall of REK, Honalulu’s Ambassador Ano Miliani swooped in back to High Comissioner Rigona Kita and had asked or put pressure on Owlet to build a Military Base with port and air bases. With the guarantee that the Technate would protect Owlet in the case Torimia encroached on Owlet and a guarantee of Independence. ADG would set up a bank here so as to launder black market money through casinos and other entertainment venues. Ambassador would also like to establish visas for tourism and business purposes.

Director of Foreign Affairs Elena Kaapana would travel to Vestrbjorg to meet with High Comissioner Bidea Thür to establish trade relations, dual civilian airport and sea access, along with establishing an embassy there as well as ADG being allowed to construct a financial institution to handle their own cash or so. Director Selena would also wish to establish Visas for Tourism and for business, Honalulu would also want to move black market money into Vestrbjorg NorBank’s and launder money through investments into stocks, companies, shell companies, and through gambling in Owlet by transferring funds from ADG’s future banks in Owlet to ADG’s bank in Vestrbjorg and then tranferring that to NorBank. Elena would also bring about establishing a Technate military base with air and sea access in order to guarantee the independence of Vestrbjorg after the fall of REK.

Lastly Elena would travel to Gloavio with the same deal to High Comissioner Teara Umbra. Though again a bit more different. With Prussia and Switzerland scientists being limited, Marirna University of Physics (MUP) and other universities would like to cooperate with Gloavio’s research labs in science projects. Along with allowing visas for education tourism, and business. With also establishing trade relations with Gloavio. ADG willing to buy some of the underdeveloped land to establish businesses and also Honalulu would also wish to rent some docks to conduct anti-piracy activities that may hamper with ADG, Technate, foreign, or allied ships and assets up North.

Honalulu’s SIA Director along with Foreign Affairs also expressed interest in the magic of the land and thus a research partnership between Honalulu/Technate and Gloavio would be beneficial for the two nations. Director Elena would also want to possibly import Gloavio’s famous highly enriched crystalline mineral water to Honalulu for the elites to have depending on how expensive or if it’s even legal or safe to drink the water.

With the Moth’s being thrown diplomatic deal after deal. Director Elena would move their sights to Otyken’s neighbor, Ryuvir, given Otyken’s and Ryuvir similar cultures yet vastly different people. Honalulu believes that the only real chain that held back any possibilities of diplomacy was REK. Now with the alliance dissolved Honalulu’s Director of Foreign Affairs would open up to the Xing Dynasty once again with wishing to establish embassies, trade relations, and offering them to join CARI as well as supply weapons and military aid to Xing Dynasty (if the civil war or strife is still ongoing).

Kuracha Kanlant was a nation that joined CARI but had little to no communications or ongoings apart from the fued between the South and the North. Thus the Director of Foreign Affairs would meet up with the Coalition of Revolutionary Kanlanti Republics in order to see what the nation was like. Hoping to establish economic & political ties with the CRKR. Honalulu would also want to supply small arms military equipment and relief aid to the Republics if they are in dire need of it.

Then there was also The outer union scouting squadron, Honalulu’s Director of FA would meet their leader to establish trade relations and embassies with the nation. Along with allowing the establishment of Visas for Tourism, Education, and business purposes. ADG would also wish to establish an investment group or firm to allocate funds from ADG’s financial institution and banks into the Republics industries. As to Honalulu the Union’s Economy was in dire need of being injected with capital and all. Thus it would be a great way for ADG to mix black market and regular cash together and invest them into industries and make profits out of the current Bear Market of Outer.

Finally there was the Dze Tribes question. Honalulu’s Directors have known that Otyken was warming up to them even before the collapse of REK. Thus really the only way to ease back relations with Dze was to take a diplomatic visit to their nation and establish limited trade relations between the two entities.

RP: Hmm... For what?

The usual Union businesses continue as their Stock Market has been... Semi-Stable. As the Election of 2010 has ruled in favor of Victor Loguhentolf and the Generational Party big time but inheriting an Economy in what seems to be a Crossroads on what it was once was. It was almost like a hybrid Social Capitalism style, with many industries still owned by the Republic and yet some others where indeed private markets. Even with funding it seemed almost like a perfect yet declining balance that needed just a bit more money but they needed to be careful as they too had a threshold that is being reached. That is when Kemonomica decided to come in and wanted their Director to come and establish some relations...

This... Definitely seemed off and out of left field as while it was open for business, it usually wasn't this fast nor it seemed that they have been doing business. They decided that they could come in with their director to talk to the head of the Department of Business and the new Vice President Alonso Catareno.

RP: Inflation Control Act

The Empire has just passed the Inflation Control Act, which caps normal price increases of more than 2% per year. This precautionary law was designed so that any cases of high inflation would not lead to massive spikes in the cost of products.

Sodor and Seljaryssk wrote:

RP: Good foundations

With the Sodorhvtisi'i government returning to a more active stance in the world, several foreign policy decisions would be made, expected to come to fruition over the next several years

- A request for a pair of military facilities in the nation would be sent to Midribbonia in order to ensure Sodorhvtisi'i logistical capacity in northeastern Ardentia, with intentions being for the basing of 18-24 Transport Aircraft and appropriate air defence assets, along with replenishment formations, on rotational stationing. This would, of course, come with financial compensation in order to ensure continued cooperation between the governments.

- Additional interest in logistical facilities in Allessia and Candain would be voiced, although more concrete agreements would be based on positive responses from foreign governments.

- The Rykensvik request for a meeting would be accepted, with Deputy Foreign Minister Kira Miliavila expecting to fly out before the end of the week to liase with Rycheshvtisi'i officials.

- With the dissolution of the Radiant Entente of Kalrania, Sodor would in order to ensure continued cooperation express to Vesperia as a whole and the Nonasyihvtisi’i government in particular their interest in formally joining the SDC as a member.

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Agreed

After the approval from the Foreign and Defense Ministries, the National Director signed a directive forming an expert group to develop an agreement, allocate territories for the airbases, negotiate a financial compensation and potential cooperation strategies between two militaries.

New decade, new Games

The Culture Ministry has officially released a list of sport disciplines Midribbonia will be participating in during the upcoming Eclipse Games.

Single Weapon Dueling:
Name: Darina Celeva
Species/Other Details: Human, Midribbonian, female, 38 years old
Weapon of Choice: Halberd
Details: Darina is part of the Ceremonial Guard's infantry company, and is known as one of the best duelists in the nation.

Dance:
Names: Sigor Dover and Mathey Migner
Species/Other Details: Humans, Midribbonians
Dance Type: Waltz
Details: Despite their loss during the 2009 Games, they still remain the best academic dancers in the nation, beating every annual national championship since 2008. The higher-ups of the Culture Ministry decided to give the pair another chance.

Markswomanship:
Name: Elena Drakama
Species/Other Details: Human, Midribbonian, 42 years old
Weapon: "Ptitsa" (AF-1) pistol
Details: One of the instructors from Hermanburg Military Academy, holds a national record for precise shooting from extreme distance (more than 500 metres)

Limited Calvinball:
Captain Name: Vladir Milshir
Captain Species/Other Details: Human, Midribbonian, male, 29 years old
Team Size: 8(+2 reserve)
Details: The team name is Lissi Goliri (Mounts of Liss).

Javelin Toss:
Name: Boris Yeschkin
Species/Other Details: Human, Midribbonian, male, 23 years old

Footrace:
Name: Alex Romanov
Species/Other Details: Human, Midribbonian, male, 23 years old
Details: Alex is the winner of Midribbonian Running Nationals, 400 metre race and prize winner for 1000 metre race.

Horse Race:
Name: Rina Hamatova
Species/Other Details: Human, Midribbonian, 18 years old
Mount Type: Goliarse
Details: Rina Hamatova, the daughter of Chulpan Hamatova, has already become famous nation-wide for her immaculate riding skills, clearly inherited from her mother.

Chariot Race:
Charioteer: Fyodor Brasin
Species/Other Details: Human, Midribbonian, man, 29 years old
Number of Horses: 2 Goliarses
Details: The chariot is made out of oakwood, mounted to a steel frame. While spiked on its sides and in front, the chariot is rather light on the weaponry to ensure speed.

L O N G   L I V E   H O N A L U L U   &   H E R   P E O P L E !

        G. 2010

        [Kalena Georgian: 2010]

        Honalulu: Two Thousand & Ten’s

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        Honalulu
        Aiponnii, Rothenake

      | SICRP: Bunkers and Bankers |

The Continental Technate: Kemonomica, Otyken

Mentioned Nation(s): Greater Confederation of Switzerland, Solingarch, Prolekult

Honalulu would begin a rapid construction of bunkers in preparation for the future. Bunkers equipped with vertical farms, cafeterias, barracks, hospital, and other amenities that creates a self sustaining bunker. On the islands where the larger cities are located, Expansion of Metro’s and underground bunkers also began to happen. $1 Trillion were sunk into renovating metro’s and expansion of bunkers.

Though as Honalulu seemed to prepare for another Cxurun event. Honalulu politicians and high ranking ADG members began to cozy up to Greater Confederation of Switzerland and Solingarch banks. Making deals to pool illicit money from Honalulu’s expanding black market into Ivery, Candain, & Switzerland where they would be cashed out, gambled, invested or otherwise traded with clean paper and moved back into the accounts of criminals under aliases.

This would be Kalrania’s first and perhaps largest flow of illicit money from the East all the way to the West and back. Keeping a flow of cash jumping from one place to another and being used to buy gold bars to store as hard valuables or vaults of cash made through the Black Market.

As communists in Prolekult were beginning to rev up. Money cleaned from gambling, stock investments, and other assets would be used by the Absukian Clans to smuggle in Far-Right Rebels and terrorists of Honalulu who hid in the jungles of the nation and forge fake passports, visas, and other documents in order to get them through Ivery and prep them for the war against the communists in the South. Paramilitaries such as the The Devils Tears and Inoa’ole would form under the eyes of ADG and with the help of Absukian Organized Crime Syndicates.

RP: Good Samaritan Organization (HSO)
The Empire has announced the formation of the Good Samaritan Organization or GSO. This organization is a government-funded organization partnering with the IMF to provide large-scale funding to foreign infrastructure projects and to fund efforts to reduce worldwide poverty rates, and to provide food, water, and financial resources to those nations and peoples in need of them. This fund was declared by the Emperor who is using 1,000 tons of gold worth G$20 million to fund the effort. The Empire sees the fund as a good way to get positive PR.

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