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I return to the forum for a while, and immediately someone that I never see before has already said that Hornislav is funny.
“Was it [the KHANs] or [the Horsemen of the Apocalypse]? Whatever it was, in our small [faction], there appeared a miracle - the Zone.”
- Hemogard, Histarctica, and Whiskany standing in the ash-covered Zone after the events of N-Day 11.
Verily, very few of us could have imagined, on that fateful evening of the 9th of May, 2024, that the Atomic Defense Union (ADU) would soar wing-to-wing with gargantuan factions during one of NationStates' most anticipated and beloved events: N-Day. Back then, a group of small, disparate fragments of nations that formed a few regions banded together with an ideal of victory, an ideal of unity, and now, we stand proudly under one banner and one goal. But where is my inner rhapsode?! There's a myriad of things to recount, and the night is still young...
On the night of the 29th of September, 2024, as the clock struck midnight, the silence of the earth seemed to grow unbearably still. Beneath that silence, the nuclear silos, hidden like dormant beasts beneath the soil of every nation, slowly rumbled to life, awaiting the signal from NationStates' mods and admins. The Atomic Defense Union, now united in fate, had to stand as one—excited, yes, but also frightened, with some of the most inexperienced members pessimistically envisioning some of the worse possible outcomes of the battle to come. The air thickened with the weight of anticipation, as the members—yes, the members, let us remind you all of who they were:
Fig. 1: The ADU's initial climb and scramble to the 4th spot on the leaderboard.
Liberlandia
The Royal Asmorian Federation
The Three Isles
The Federation of Utopias Unitum
The Region of Warsaw
Arconian Empire
United Democratic Nations
Bozarkia
Above them, the skies held no answers, only an eerie stillness, a waiting that gnawed at the soul. Until... BOOM (picture this with excessive gesticulations) the first nuclear missile was launched by Hawkwas Sovustian, WA Delegate of Liberlandia against Cha hetstopia placeholder, of the faction Yajib, and thus the event began! With Yajib being the first target, and Valsh Kennether and Nova Tero Bloc ensuing as such shortly after, orders began piling.
In the Atomic Defense Union, a division was made to ensure that everybody would be performing the adequate task without
needing to bother on much more. The members were divided as follows:
All Military Specialists
All Intel Specialists
S1's primary goal was to produce and launch volleys of nukes on the targets indicated by the ADU Coordinators.
Squad 2 (S2)
All Strategic Specialists
All Economic Specialists
S2's primary goal was to mass-produce shields, and Economic Specialists were instructed to produce what was needed most (i.e. Shields when attacked and nukes when the opportunity arose.
The fact is, dear lovers of spectacle, that thanks to the efforts of Whiskany, then ADU Coordinator and Marshal of Sunflowers, who single-handedly launched over 2,000 nukes and organised a unified attack against Yajib, the ADU’s first enemy was eradicated rapidly. Next, another small target was found: United Siberian Nations. Here, Gretarian, S1 Leader, decided to take matters in his own hands, handing out orders like bakers hot buns at sunrise. The result proved devastating for the unfortunate opponent: close to 10,000 nukes launched, of which over 2,500 by this leader alone. This tremendous assault is the first showcase in the ADU’s history of a collaborative and interregional endeavour focussed on a singular target. In the heat of this moment of emotion, belligerent ecstasy, and anticipation, nations from the United Confederation of Planets, Liberlandia, Bozarkia, and
United Democratic Nations stood proudly as regions-in-arms. Next, a wide array of factions were chosen as objectives, with some notable ones being Random Region Nuclear Centcom and The Chaos Crusade. The ADU’s attacks against these two were characterised by the exceptional feats of Star Federation, Bozarkia’s Vice Delegate, who operated a plethora of mechanical tools (puppets) to increase the capacity and efficiency of their available nuclear arsenal, launching more than 7,500 missiles on the target.
All was going swimmingly in that dark night full of spurs, until the ADU found itself in an armed conflict against the Grand Coalition (GC), a faction also in the top three spots of the leaderboard, a faction of colossal proportions.
Fig. 2: The GC's pinned orders to attack the ADU.
3,000 incoming nukes. 5,000. 10,000. Their unrelenting charge seemed to have no end. However, against all odds, Hemogard, thanks to his hundreds of puppets, managed to coordinate over 20,000 intercepts in a matter of minutes. Then, the counterattack: close to 16,000 nukes launched the Grand Coalition’s way, which were all promptly intercepted by some of their most capable members. Yet they did not weaken, and neither did the ADU. This two-way exchange of gifts of war endured for close to an hour, until… The merethin city axolotls spoke these very words in Bozarkia’s Regional Message Board:
Thus, peace was declared, and a ceasfire was established. Moreover, the leader of this then-rival-then-ally faction, Tildurland remained in close contact for the full duration of what was left of N-Day 11. After this, victims of the ADU followed like dominos falling, one after the other, The Peace Machine tumbled, and the Free Intercontinental Nuclear Alliance crumbled as the ADU carved its way to 4th place on the leaderboard, its peak during the event. Furthermore, a Liberlandian duo took on YTrojan Empire, these being The Duck Island and
Neo-Numenor, whose synergy allowed for a synchronised offensive on the unsuspecting members of the faction. The fighting raged on as Rosy-Fingered dawn let its first rays shine on the faces of the exhausted combatants. However, this very light revealed the toll of the nocturnal battle: Hawkwas Sovustian was ravaged by enemy artillery. As the Liberlandians mourned their loss, a new spectre appeared—the spectre of Kingly Heathens Asserting Neighbourliness (KHANs), who unleashed all of their might on the ADU. However, thanks to the extensive Shield Bank and collaboration between the latter’s members, all of the nukes were intercepted in time. But the KHANs did not halt, and kept launching volleys and volleys of nuclear missiles at our heroes. Thankfully, the combined efforts of the ADU, Hemogard’s puppets, and the ghost of Numero Capitan, who passively protected the faction, allowed for a nigh-complete defence. Furthermore, thanks to the unexpected appearance of Concerta, better known as Vulbania, who decided to join the Atomic Defense Union, the ADU moved as a singular organism. In fact, due to their remarkable leadership skills, they were pronounced then and there an ADU Coordinator as recognition for their service. Thanks to Concerta, Whiskany, and Gretarian, coordination was ensured even in the absence of Histarctica or Hemogard. On top of this, and around this time, the Grand Coalition found itself under a ferocious attack, where the ADU intercepted tens of thousands of incoming nukes in an effort to aid their allies.
But things could not endure, no sloop can withstand the mightiest of storms, and the ADU couldn’t remain in the top ten spots of N-Day 11’s leaderboard. The protective ghost of the faction faded away as the KHANs assault was emboldened. The KHANs unleashed one devastating attack after another, shattering the ADU’s defences, depleting their shield bank, and exhausting their spirits. Soon after, another wave ravaged multiple nations, signalling the beginning of the end for our beloved faction. In a last desperate stand, Hemogard reappeared, fending off the KHANs temporarily, but then the Horsemen of the Apocalypse (HotA) focused their might on the ADU, obliterating nearly everyone except a few lucky survivors. In the chaos, and as midnight struck yet again, and N-Day 11 was pronounced finished, the ADU managed to secure 16th place, with a previous peak at 4th on the leaderboard and with a maximum top score of 20,000.
So dear reader, or listener (let’s remain in-character), why don’t you join the Atomic Defense Union next year? Just join our Discord!
Yajib
Nova Tero Bloc
Lyrali Nuclear Council
Nova Corinth
The Remainders
Khulnese Nations and Stuff
Cavalier Mutual Defense Initiative
Not participating in N-Day
United Siberian Nations
The Chaos Crusade
The First Galactic Empire
YTrojan Empire
Random Region Nuclear Centcom
The Peace Machine
Islamic Union
Izern
Free Intercontinental Nuclear Alliance
the Allied Democratic States
Big Bada Boom
Bacterial Samorianist Alliance
Fig. 3: The results of N-Day 11.
Written by Hemogard, proofread by Histarctica, 7th of October of the year 2024.
ANNOUNCEMENT
Yesterday the sovereign planetary systems of the United Confederation of Planets elected a new Consul to lead the Confederate Government.
The systems elected 
Whiskany, Secretary of Defence of the previous government, who will now form the new Cabinet in the coming days.
The election was a great victory for the political coalition, the Industrialists, but the new Consul has announced a great desire for a broader government.
The Secretariat for Diplomacy sends our kind regards to this region on behalf of the new government.
Histarctica
Secretary of Diplomacy
United Confederation of Planets
Since when we are fascists people? Come on
To what do you refer?
People are suddenly closing embassies with us en masse. I even got a telegram from Liberlandia saying that our region is suspected of fascist connections.
What the heck?
This year's Z-Day sounds fun, but I can't participate this year, sadly. Bullkids went into some trouble so he'll miss out as well.
I leave the region's Z-Day coordination to 
New Crywyzyxycynya
Well, bad news for those in need of a regional presence. I know a grand total of no things about the international operations of Z-Day. To all involved nations, I say: Godspeed. You'll need it to outrun the hordes.
How did it go here?
In UCP we had 99% zombies.
'Twas, as they say, a rout. A mess. An utter overrunning of dead citizens, and those still unconvinced of such a fact.
They got better, though.
The Z-Day's crazy, tbh
It’s just some propagandists (who are mostly themselves fascist) calling everyone they don’t like (and even don’t know) as “fascists” like Russian propaganda.
Keep in mind that the ruling class of NS itself is a fascio-communo-imperialist elite that tries to suppress everything that isn’t beneficial to them, and tries to breed the next generation of NSers to be their puppets.
Hello, hope you are all well - I was wondering if any of you wanted to take part in the RP in UCP?
Perhaps with an alt?
I'd give it a shot. Where do I learn the setting/sign up?
UCP is a space role-playing game where the participants are members of the United Confederation of Planets. The rp focuses on politics, legislation, trade, war and mysticism.
Read here:
STAR MAP OF THE AGALUN SECTOR
(works best on PC)
INTRODUCTION
The focus of the roleplay and the United Confederation of Planets is the Agalun Sector, located in a galaxy similar to our own.
The roleplay focus on politics, economics and interaction between the member systems of the UCP consisting of a variety of species, as well as space exploration and the encounter with friendly and hostile alien space civilizations.
The roleplay gives the individual player great freedom in developing and forming their space nation, its people, government, culture and so on. However, we expect - collectively - that things will be kept moderate and subdued as far as possible in order to make room for all degrees of activity and diversity in each of our approach to this region and roleplay.
UNDERSTAND THE STAR MAP
By following the above link to the star map, you will be forwarded to an external page with a map divided into 20x20 hexagons. Some of the hexagons have white dots in the middle and/or are connected to a colored line.
The white dots symbolize a star system. By clicking on a white dot, the star system's name, possible affiliation and other information about the system will appear.
The lines symbolize established routes or long-distance interstellar space routes, which enable fast travel between the systems the route passes through. The colors indicate the affiliation of the route in question, if the route is white, it is either a natural or disputed route.
Space travel that does not take place on an established space route therefore takes much longer to complete, and far from optimal for mortals, which means that establishing and discovering of space routes is highly valuable. However, a star system adjacent to another star system is much easier and faster to access than if there is a blank hexagon between the star systems - and if two neighboring star systems are either in the same faction or both have reached the space tech, then fast space travel will automatically be an option.
FACTIONS
United Confederation of Planets _____
All residents of this region who wish to participate in the roleplay will become members of the confederation upon official registration and acceptance.
The Lacon Empire [NPC] _____
The Lacon Empire, is a humanoid space technological and military species which has established itself as a strong regional power in the Agalun Sector from their home star system of Coldec.
The Hive of Darunia [NPC] _____
An insect-like species that, from its hive in the Cassia star system, is apparently friendly and very nature-oriented. However, much is unknown about Darunia, and it is not yet known whether Cassia is their home or simply a colony in a much larger star realm.
The Gabios Federation [NPC] _____
From their homeworld in the star system of Vlux, on the outer edge of the sector, the humanoid Gabios Federation has established itself as a minor mainly economic and trade oriented power.
The Warriors of Gol [NPC] _____
The Warriors of Gol, is a Gabiosian military-authoritarian rebel movement that, in anger at the "socially corrupt and pacifist leadership" of the Gabios Federation, has established itself in the star system of Gol in direct conflict with the established system of the Gabios Federation.
The Ancients [NPC] _____
The Ancients, a dormant giant, or a superpower that does not consider the rest of the "civilized" space nations of the Agalun Sector for being significant. Not much is known about the so-called "Ancients", other than that they have a third of the sector under their control, and perhaps the Agalun Sector is just an outer colony sector of a much larger ancient empire?
The League of Free People [NPC]
The League of Free People, also known as the Space Pirates, is a loose association of several groups and factions of idealists, rebels, criminals, and other people dissatisfied with the situation and society in the Agalun Sector. The League is based primarily in and around the systems of the United Confederation of Planets.
Constitution:
CONSTITUTION OF THE UNITED CONFEDERATION
PREFACE
§A The region, United Confederation of Planets, is founded by UCP-Headquarters on 26 June, 2024.
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§B The region, United Confederation of Planets, is controlled by a Governor, UCP-Headquarters, who has complete authority while resident in the region.
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§C The Governor acts solely as an administrative role and guarantor of the region's sovereignty.
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§D The Governor, UCP-Headquarters is controlled by Histarctica.
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§E The WA Delegate is non-executive but is responsible for matters involving the World Assembly.
§E.1 The WA Delegate is elected by the Senate for an unlimited term until a confederate member propose a new WA-Election.
§E.2 Only member systems with WA-status can stand for the election of WA Delegate. The winning candidate must be endorsed by all WA-member systems.
§E.3 The WA Delegate has the authority to decide how the United Confederation of Planets votes in the World Assembly and is allowed to encourage WA-member systems to vote in a certain way but does not have the authority to force member systems to comply with this request.
§E.4 On behalf of the United Confederation of Planets the WA Delegate is responsible for drafting resolutions for voting in the World Assembly. Such proposals must first be passed by the Senate before it can be presented to the World Assembly.
§E.5 The WA Delegate is granted the Authority: World Assembly.
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§F The Successors to the position of Governor is Histarctica and the elected Consul.
CHAPTER 1: CONFEDERATION
§1 This Constitution applies to all parts of the United Confederation of Planets.
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§2 The United Confederation of Planets is a confederation of sovereign planetary systems.
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§3 The Headquarters of the United Confederation of Planets is located on the Histarctica Homeworld.
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§4 Application for full membership of the United Confederation of Planets can only be obtained if the following criteria are met:
§4.1 The species is civilized and united at an advanced level.
§4.2 The species has obtained the necessary space technology for fast long-distance interstellar space travel.
§4.3 The species can maintain its sovereignty and not influenced by outside forces.
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§5 Membership of the United Confederation of Planets is determined by adherence to this Constitution.
CHAPTER 2: GOVERNMENT
§6 The United Confederation of Planets is led by the Confederate Government.
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§7 The Consul acts as the Head of Government.
§7.1 The Consul is elected from a majority in the Senate for a term of four annual standard rotations (IRL: four months).
§7.2 A Consul can stand for re-election an unlimited times.
§7.3 The Consul appoints and dismiss the Cabinet.
§7.4 The Consul is granted the Authorities: Border Control, Communications, Embassies and Polls.
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§8 A Secretariat for Diplomacy is established with responsibility for the confederation's joint foreign policy with non-confederate species as well as to act as a negotiator in issues between member systems.
§8.1 The Secretary of Diplomacy is granted the Authorities: Border Control, Communications and Embassies.
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§9 A Secretariat for Defence is established with responsibility for the joint Confederate Defence Force.
§9.1 All member systems must supply and contribute to the Confederate Defence Force. The purpose of the Confederate Defence Force is to act as a peacekeeping force and defend the confederation against attack.
§9.2 The Confederate Defense Force is headed by a Grand Admiral who is granted the Authorities: Border Control and Communications.
§9.3 The Secretary of Defence is granted the Authorities: Border Control and Communications.
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§10 A Secretariat for Justice is established with responsibility for the Constitutional Court.
§10.1 The Secretary of Justice is responsible for nominating to the Senate at least three and up to five candidates to fill the Constitutional Court's Judicial Council consisting of one Chief Judge and four Associate Judges.
§10.2 Confirmation of a candidate requires acceptance by 60% of the Senate. There is given three standard day rotations (IRL: three days) for voting. Abstentions are considered invalid and is not included in the voting result.
§10.3 The Judicial Council is tasked with handling cases sent to the Constitutional Court and assessing, based on testimony and arguments, whether there is a violation of Confederate Law or not. The Judicial Council makes such a decision by discussion and majority vote in the council.
§10.4 Each new appointed Secretary of Justice may dismiss all or some of the members of the current Judicial Council one time by simple majority based on the applicable election regulations in the Senate.
§10.5 The Secretary of Justice is granted the Authorities: Border Control and Communications.
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§11 A Secretariat for Trade is established with responsibility for trade, industry and the movement of goods between the member systems.
§11.1 The Secretary of Trade is granted the Authorities: Communications and Embassies.
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§12 A Secretariat for Assessment is established with responsibility for assessment, evaluation and examination of applications and proposals for new memberships in the confederation.
§12.1 The Secretary of Assessment is granted the Authorities: Communications and Polls.
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§13 A Secretariat for Exploration is established with responsibility for the development, expansion and maintenance of the confederation's long-distance interstellar space routes as well as the exploration of unknown space.
§13.1 The Secretary of Exploration is granted the Authorities: Communications and Polls.
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§14 The Government / Consul can be removed before the end of the term if 60% of the Senate has no confidence in the Government. A vote of no confidence is given three standard day rotations (IRL: three days) for voting. Abstentions are considered invalid and is not included in the voting result.
CHAPTER 3: SENATE
§15 The legislature is the Confederate Senate.
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§16 A Speaker of the Senate is elected by a majority in the Senate for a period of five annual standard rotations (IRL: five months).
§16.1 The Office of Speaker of the Senate is considered the most prestigious in the confederation, on a par with the Consul. The Speaker is therefore considered the Vice-Consul of the United Confederation of Planets.
§16.2 The Speaker of the Senate is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the Confederate Senate and the political negotiations and meetings that take place in the Senate.
§16.3 The Speaker of the Senate is granted the Authorities: Border Control, Communications and Polls.
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§17 Each confederate member is represented by five senators; who is allowed to vote independently from each other if this is permitted by the member system.
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§18 A proposal must be presented to the Senate and given three standard day rotations (IRL: three days) for voting. Abstentions are considered invalid and is not included in the voting result.
CHAPTER 4: RIGHTS
§19 Each confederate member must comply with Confederate Law, decisions of the Constitutional Court and contribute to the Confederate Defence Force.
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§20 Each confederate member has the right to rule and act over their own domain, people, culture, trade, military and general internal affairs.
CHAPTER 5: CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENTS
§21 Constitutional Amendments are passed by the Senate, and require confirmation by 75% of the votes cast.
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§22 Abstentions are considered invalid and is not included in the voting result.
Notes
Amendment to:
Chapter 2: Government, §14, 7 August 2024
Preface, §E, 13 October 2024
Chapter 3, Senate, §16, 22 December 2024
Chapter 2, Government, §10, 10 January 2025
It does not require massive activity as a participant - but despite the space theme, the role-play works very much like other role-plays.
Heck, mysticism. Wild.
O God, when I have food, help me to remember the hungry;
When I have work, help me to remember the jobless;
When I have a home, help me to remember those who have no home at all;
When I am without pain, help me to remember those who suffer,
And remembering, help me to destroy my complacency;
bestir my compassion, and be concerned enough to help;
By word and deed, those who cry out for what we take for granted.
Amen.
Honorable Representatives,
The United Confederation of Planets sends our heartfelt and warm greetings to your region. We recognize and value the strong foundation of diplomatic relations that exist between us and look forward to further strengthening this cooperation.
For any questions or issues concerning our mutual relationship, we encourage you to contact the Confederate Government directly, which is always ready to promote open dialogue and mutual understanding.
With our best wishes for your future and prosperity, we stand ready, as always, to explore new horizons together.
All the best.
Kind regards,
Histarctica
Secretary of Diplomacy
United Confederation of Planets
O sweet Child of Bethlehem,
Grant that we may share with all our hearts in this profound mystery of Christmas.
Put into the hearts of men and women this peace for which they sometimes seek so desperately and which you alone can give to them.
Help them to know one another better, and to live as brothers and sisters, children of the same Father.
Reveal to them also your beauty, holiness and purity.
Awaken in their hearts love and gratitude for your infinite goodness.
Join them all together in your love. And give us your heavenly peace.
Amen.
Dear Lord,
It's Tuesday and New Years Eve. I thank you for you have given me the gift of life, my health, shelter, and food.
With a full and gratified heart, I give thanks for all those special people you have placed in my life.
May you bless us all today the throughout the New Year with brighter days, your healing peace, and love.
This I pray in Jesus' name.
Amen.
New Year's Greetings from the United Confederation of Planets
To our Regional Allies, Partners and Embassies.
As we mark the transition to a new year, we at the United Confederation would like to send our heartfelt wishes for peace, prosperity and unity to all corners of the vast and never-ending multiverse.
This year has been marked by unprecedented progress in diplomacy for the UCP, with new alliances being forged and old ties being strengthened.
Together, we have proven that dialogue and mutual respect are the most powerful tools to overcome challenges and build bridges between regions.
In the coming year, we will intensify our efforts to promote regional development and strengthen our inter-regional ties.
On behalf of the United Confederation of Planets, we wish you a prosperous New Year. May the stars always shine upon your path.
Best regards,
Histarctica
Secretary of Diplomacy
United Confederation of Planets
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