The World of Tomorrow: The Second Day

[BLK]

The Kingdom of Morocco

The Royal Palace, Rabat​

Prime minister Ali Hassan sat in the Royal Press Room, a luxury afforded to few other than the king. Only on three other occasions had he sat in the chair that the king occupied so regularly. The issue of the day would be a heavy one. With the expansion of national broadcast programs to the Sahara complete and the steady flow of resources to the impoverished region had allowed all new Moroccans to hear the weekly government broadcasts. For the past few weeks, anti-Malian speeches were broadcast, and largely pro-Muslim messages were also played in the Sahara at a higher frequency than the ordinary broadcasts. Often right after prayer hours, both broadcasts would be played after the government gave the airwaves to the local Imans. Of course, today's message would be entirely unrelated to the Saharans. Today, Hassan would be reading off a speech denouncing the Vestian actions in Somalia. He viewed the Rockian intervention too far, and occupying Somalia was too far. To Hassan, and the vast majority of the Moroccan government, it was tantamount to war. However, he could not send troops to fight across the continent. Rather, he could try to rally it's opposition.
"My fair Moroccans, today I shall make this speech brief. All people of Africa must stand united against outside forces as we did, centuries before, when our fair continent was assailed on all sides by imperialists. To an African, nothing is more valuable than our freedom. Even those of us who remain dependent on an ally or master to survive have retained our independence. Our brothers in Ethiopia cannot say the same. They are tread over by the imperialists across the Atlantic, and are are the first to lose land to a foreign power. I say first, because through Vestinian actions, they will not be the last. They will be the beginning of our end. The Vestinian shelters and services they erect draw the poor and unfortunate from across the continent, and where do they end up? Ethiopia. The same people who fought back against the imperialists- and the only to win. With their so called Safe Zone, Africa will only grow weaker. One day, shall we- the West African peoples- have to face these imperialists and their allies in battle? I do not know, however, when that day comes we shall be prepared."
With that, the broadcast was cut, and Hassan would leave to his office to handle the daily grind of the bureaucracy.

The Malian Border​

Understanding how war works is essential to winning one, however, what is more important is how winning is defined. To the Moroccan army, with the Malian defeatism apparent, winning had to be redefined. Simply killing soldiers was no longer important, and the battle-plan had to be changed entirely. Of course, general Regraugui would enlist his general staff to devise a new series of objectives. Within three days of intense debate, with much shouting and a little fighting, they came to a final conclusion. To annex all of Mali in one fell swoop would be suicide. Replacing the government, and establishing programs to help the poor, a large portion of Mali's population, would prove suitable groundwork for the creation of a West African state. With the new objective in mind, the Moroccan special forces would begin dropping paratroopers into towns, and establishing a region of control, all the way to the capitol, where a new regime would be installed, under direct Moroccan supervision.

 

[Albion]

Capitol Buulding, Tokyo, Republic of Japan

"While we find the Ordarians dislike of our joining the alliance concerning, with their agreememt to allow Japan independence this meeting of goverbments can thusly conclude. I thank you all for your time and your support, and you are free to leave as you wish." Clockwork_Magic Alteras RIPSaidCone Space_Kaiser
Construction site, Western Honshu
Construction workers crowd around an older Japanese man, garbed in typical construction wear with drill in hand. Having recently secured a pay raise through union strikes, they now prepare their tools and machines to begin building the Two Islands Bridge, which will connect Kyushu and Honshu towards the south, relieving the consistent pressure on the North Bridge and allowing for construction of another Hyperloop along the bridge.
Diplomatic office, Shikoku
Japanese communications pings the Vestanians with a request. "To the nation of Varmandr Vestan, we would like to seek some form of agreement; we would like to purchase construction droids of some form to assist in our infrastructure projects, and seek to either buy schematics and a small number of droids or a larger number of droids. Standby for diplomatic information, if you accept or wish to schedule a meeting please ping the following communication station." Dominus Regum

 

[Alteras]

Singaporean Federation

Tokyo, Republic of Japan

Minister Shu stood up. "I shall inform my people of the good news. I will be remaining here for some time to formally establish foreign relations if you don't mind. We still have the matter to deal with your naval claims and sovereignty. In any case, Singapore wishes the best for the future of Japan and thank Ordaria and Japan for the opportunity to participate in the discussion." She nodded her head a bit, turned and left the room.
Clockwork_Magic Albion RIPSaidCone Space_Kaiser

Later she was on her jet filing documents and on call with Prime Minister Shen. "Japan's claims were within the peace-faction's analysts' prediction. Ordaria made their requirements clean and clear. In all likelihood, Japan will seek to further themselves from Ordaria as time passes, instead seeking other NOTA members' cooperation." On the screen, PM Shen sat at the end of a long conference table, flanked on either side by officials from the Ministry of War. "That is good. Continue with you suggestion and begin work on establishing an embassy in Japan. I understand that Tokyo would like the mines removed, so for now we'll just sink them." "Understood"

Like that the call ended and Minister Shu relaxed, taking a glass of cold water to her lips before beginning her work.

Singaporean Federation

Singapore, Ministry of War

As the call ended, PM Shen began his orders. "Set the mines to standby mode and sink them to the ocean floor. I don't want to waste any more resources than necessary. Admirals, you are to withdraw from your patrol and return to your original objectives, but please leave a small portion of the fleet with the Taiwan Straits Defense and expand patrol to include the islands closest to Taiwan in the direction of Okinawa. I don't want the Japanese Navy getting any ideas. That is all." As PM Shen began to stand up, everyone responded with a firm acknowledgement. "Majulah Singapura!"

Singaporean Federation

Singapore, Prime Minister's Office

Prime Minister Shen returned to his office after some time and turned on the news at the corner of the room. As aides walked in and out, bringing stacks of documents to his desk, the newscaster read out the headlines. "Breaking News: We have just received word that the initial rounds of negotiations have finished. Minister Shu of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is said to be remaining in Japan to formalize negotiations between the Japanese Government and Singapore. Most analysts believe that with that, Japan's Independence would be formally recognized, however it is unknown how soon..." Across the bottom of the screen, a scroll of stock numbers showed massive fluctuations, indicating the market is once again reacting to the sudden changes.

PM Shen slowly read each document. One document detailed some internal happenings inside the Eclipsian Federation, another the situation in Africa and Singapore's own interests in the factions regarding South Africa, and another document detailing domestic issues. PM Shen began to call a few people in regards to a possible Eclipsian Conflict and Africa's Wars, but otherwise he was more concerned about internal affairs. "See to it that the Port Authority of Shanghai, Taipei, and Hong Kong are prepared to open trade with Japan. I also want a reallocation of funds to the internal railway service from Shanghai to Singapore. I want a report on the reconstruction of the Philippines." As PM Shen continued his list of demands, aides rushed in and out of the office.

 

[Kazami42]

Ukraine

Soon after the Ukrainian ruler left Russia, the Russians sent to them a IGA military detachment they controlled. To deal with logistics, it mainly consisted of field engineers. They would also have semi-auto rifle armed marksmen while also consisting of 5 snipers. They brought their own weapons with them, but they weren't too high profile in Imperial terms. They carried old GN-42M rifle variations, and the rare few with a MP-4. They or at least their history came from the 472nd branch of GDR services, and identified by the Imperials as a primarily engineering section of the GDR's original 422nd primarily mechanized infantry. There were only 300 sent, but the Imperials claimed that they were some of the best in Russia for handling extreme field conditions. Like other defected IGA unit detachments, they still wore the old uniforms before the creation of the GDR. Some were wearing militia uniforms, while others were wearing official military uniforms.
This differed in the fact that the Militia uniforms were blue and green, while the official Army uniforms actually came with some form of real camo. They also differed in the fact that the official military uniforms utilized other gear such as knee pads, elbow pads, vests and the like, while militia uniforms were a mix-match of fur boots, helmets, several layers of fabric clothing, and whatever was on hand/available to them in the field. They wore their uniforms as a symbol of patriotism and hope that their old nation would be returned, with only the Army uniforms being entirely practical. Along with the smaller section of the 472nd, came with them 10 GHCV-32s and 5 transport trucks. They brought their own essentials, and were just waiting for their orders.

Am Vya

Saint Petersburg

Malyshev would only be confused at that point from the young man's question, but before saying anything the Tsar within would of spoke first. "I am not any representative, You are now speaking with the ruler of Russia. And that man besides you is the representative, which was sent to escort you here. I find it better to directly speak to high ranking officials within my country than hide behind someone else." He said back in the office, correcting the young Vestan man politely. "Now then, what brings your interests all the way up here to our glorious country?" He asked to the Vestan, still sitting down behind his desk. He having stopped gesturing for the Vestan to take a seat, because he assumed the young man wanted to stand instead due to not taking the offer before.

Dominus Regum


Finland

After the situation with Finland was reported in, the next morning Russia sent back the Rep along with a party of 2 other individuals after requesting another meeting with Finland in the middle of the night. Mordvinov was one of several Russian military planners meant to plan and map out a strategy once one was created, and manipulate certain elements such as economy to run within it for full effect for prolonged periods. He was to stay with the Finnish until the war was over. The other was Gribanov, a strategist that was sent to help Finland actually utilize military cooperation, and help them from wasting manpower on irrelevant targets and effectively take out others. The Rep was necessary as the other two didn't speak Finnish. Even if the Finnish military was irrelevant or nonexistent, they believed the Finnish had at least their own form of personnel that could handle their forces in general without needing to have a metaphorical babysitter. The Rep brought a map of Scandinavia with her after obtaining the necessary permissions to get it, and it was more a reference point, general ideas, and ideal movement for events in Scandinavia. It wasn't intended to be foolproof, and it was more to be a identifier of a general idea of Russian military movements so the Finnish didn't end up just shooting them if they continued on. They would have arrived somewhere during the daylight hours. Once everything had been set up with the Finnish and Russians so they could actually meet in one of the buildings, the plan was presented near-immediately after formal greetings and introduction. the map would be displayed on a table around any and all personnel actually there, displaying several arrows and other assortments within Scandinavia.

Spoiler: Crude map

"This is the current plan we have for Scandinavia, it is crude but the best we could make before the great war begins." Said the strategist before continuing. "The Imperial Navy will come in from the north and east of Norway, bombarding the coasts and landing troops to regain them. Meanwhile in Finland, we will dedicate some internal troops to Finland itself to help with reuniting Finland. However you will be left to your own devices to the north and south mostly. Along with northern Finland, we have already added some Norwegian land to your border for the troubles on the map. Though we are unsure of how they may serve you as during the war many years ago, Norway was mostly destroyed and rendered an empty wasted land devoid of life besides the more southern portions of it." After that, the planner would speak before the strategist could continue. "Finland might be capable of obtaining the necessary equipment to perform deep mining within the land for resources, but such mining operations would be more dangerous than other forms due to how deep one has to go to get any substantial long lasting benefits for it. As far as we know, Russia is the only nation capable of doing this in the entire world, or bothers to do so anyway if there are others. Having the experience, equipment, and funding to even consider it an option. It proves more beneficial than what we consider the more 'safer' forms of it. But it is again, extremely dangerous than other forms of mining." The Rep would then continue translating the Strategist who soon came up again.

"The Imperial Navy will also be operating in the Baltic Sea, using a small detachment to both support the Finns down south and to obtain several key islands while moving onto other engagements. The only real threat one expects in this campaign is the Swedish portion of the campaign in the long run, being the most intact of the region. While Finland is securing it's own old world borders, Russia will attempt to take out Sweden in it's entirety by the air, sea, and land. The coasts will be bombarded, troops will be deployed by both land, air, and sea, multiple airstrikes will target fuel stations, heavy military garrisons, and other key strategic points. Sweden will be the main Russian focus of the region overall. As for Finland, while lacking in direct ground support besides central Finland, will be funded by the Russians and have Russian air support. This acting as the transportation of supplies and troops, and heavy airstrikes to erase larger fronts. We will even offer several PCHGs to evacuate civilians and the wounded, as the Risers anti-air support is lacking compared to what it once was. This is a necessity in the event that retaliation is actually capable, where they will be firmly implanting dozens of thousands of troops in a given area with no hope to be pushed back while others advance. If things get too bad in Finland, we may have to request authorization of higher grade equipment to solve the problem. This would erase the resistance but greatly influence and harm the environment, while also having the potential of posing a concern to civilians. However, we believe that even if retaliation follows and it is severe enough, that the military would have already of gained a stable holding over Norway. Thus this would not have to be an option. I include this for warning you, as if they actually do pose a threat to Russia, we will not think twice about trying to authorize the necessary equipment to destroy the threat. However with the north if you do obtain the land we offer from Norway, even if there is a military presence there, you will be capable of easily crushing it even with as little as a thousand men. This because due to the nature of the land, as mentioned previously. We believe you could easily supply your men going through it from Finnish land down south. By this point in time certain areas of Norway may also of had the wild life return, so those traveling through it may be capable of utilizing them for sustenance if other forms of support are not available."

After a pause and the map being shown step by step starting with the advance upon Norway one final time, they continued on. "Scandinavia will in general, become free of oppression from these tyrants and Finland united. Once Scandinavia is taken, the garrison will be redirected to be put onto other fields." After that, the Representative would speak next after him. "We will pay for any destruction of property besides military property, so your economy can begin to be repaired, evolve to necessary needs, and grow. This would help with Finland being capable of stabilizing itself faster. While everything in eastern Finland including factories would still be operational and could potentially keep the nation up by themselves, we cannot guarantee everything will survive in the west. So we offer economical assistance for a time until a necessary criteria has been met, which would enable Finland to survive from any possible internal collapse after unification. Now, is there anything you would like to add?" The Rep asked.

Master Hand

Mali

The fighting only continued despite the rising amount of defeats upon the Malians. They would continue their strategy of retreating to other portions of their assault to gain more numbers, at the loss of what they may of gained during their short window. They were attempting to also prevent being entirely surrounded, whereas they would fall immediately if they were. Thus they were stretching out their remaining forces just to cover themselves. Within Mali, in certain zones the Moroccan paratroopers would find it exceedingly easy to control due to previous events leading up to the fall of the original government. A smaller portion of these areas would still be in chaos, enabling one to easily manipulate them if so desired. What little remained of the Malian military still left in the country, would be sent to try defending the government if at all possible.

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[Fishman Lord]

Temporary Imperial Command, Lagos, New African Empire
Louis d’Arc looked down at the papers in front of him. A general quickly briefed him: “They call it Sahara Sword. It seems Cascadian intervention is no longer a formality and now will directly affect our efforts across the continent.” d’Arc continued to read silently for several minutes while the general in front of him grew progressively more nervous until he finally looked up. “We knew this would happen sooner or later. It seems that Cascadian action is mainly focused on ‘Nigeria’, which means they aren’t going for a general intervention and rather are focusing on supporting Morocco. Morocco is a very anti-imperial nation, which is bad for us. Unfortunately for them, they may be providing support to someone they don’t want to.” Louis smiled. “They’re launching airstrikes to open up the region for Moroccan troop movements, but the Moroccans are still slogging through Mali and will be for a bit longer. Meanwhile, our troops have been massing at that border for a good few weeks already. It is time for us to strike while the Moroccans still push through Mali.” He thought for a moment. “That offensive will have to be mostly Imperial and African troops. When Cascadian bombs kill Rockian men, that is when the war will be out of our control. While I believe the Cascadians would not target Rockian troops, it’s a risk we can’t take. The Nigerian offensive will be African men with Rockian weapons and equipment. The Rockian troops themselves will have another objective. Angola, to our south, is a prime target. They are weak and disorganized, a hard and fast strike should quickly bring them back into the Empire. Naval landings combined with a strong land push in the north will force their surrender quickly.”

He thought for a bit longer. “Fighting Morocco directly could cause problems. It would be best if we fought them through a proxy or an ally.” He paused for a moment, then sighed. “Fast-track negotiations with Carthage. Give them what they want in North Africa. Give them planes, tanks, guns, whatever it takes. This war must end, and I’d rather have a friend in the north than a frothing, angry dog like Morocco.” The lesser general saluted Louis and exited. Louis sighed and started making calls. The fighting was about to get dirty.

The operations went into action immediately. The Nigerian offensive, dubbed Operation Stolen Thunder, pushed into the small nation quickly and with great force. The fighting was hard, but the African forces used the chaos caused by Cascadian bombings to push forwards. Cities like Cotonou and Porto-Novo were taken within days, and soon forces were pushing at cities like Lome. In captured cities, missionaries and knights were sent from the Rockian Catholic Church, ostensibly to protect the many Rockian Catholics already in the area. Farther north, forces were approaching Ouagadougou, one of the most important cities in the nation. Forces reached its eastern side and a brutal urban battle began, with fighting in the streets and civilians cowering in their homes. Unfortunately, the Imperial forces were unable to quickly take the city, and so the battle raged on and would continue to for the knowable future.

In the south, the Rockians dealt a strong blow to Angola in Operation Joust. Ports like Namibe and Lobito were siezed in naval assaults assisted by planes from carriers, and in the north the Rockians marched southwards cutting down opposition where they found it. The city of Luanda, the most important of the region, was heavily fortified by the Angolans, but it was soon surrounded by Rockians, both from the march from the north and from the naval landings in the south. It was blockaded by Rockian ships, effectively completely isolating the city. The troops settled in for a siege, and it was believed that the city would fall in a month or less.
Kersey BLK

Galapagos Palace, Royal Pacific Demense, Kingdom of the Rockies
The King sighed and shook his head. He had known this was coming, but he had hoped that somehow the Cascadians would gain some common sense and avoid it. It was inevitable, he supposed, but he had hoped. “If that is your prerequisite for good relations, then I am afriad there can be no friendship between our nations. We will not let the people of Africa be forsaken. We will not let the Empire fall. Our friends and brothers in Africa will be liberated from the corrupt false half-nations that crush the common man with an iron fist. If Cascadia demands that we abandon our kin so that the Continent can fall into darkness, then I am afraid Cascadia may not have their or our interests in mind.” The King looked up to see a Galapagos Hawk circling overhead. “You may not use our terms, you may think us primitive, you may dislike everything about us, but I will say it once more: we will not bend the knee.”
RIPSaidCone

 

[Am Vya]

Царство України

Райзер-український кордон(Riser-Ukrainian Border):

As the Russian group of soldiers arrived they were assigned to the 17th mechanized infantry division, near Slovechno. Any of the 300 soldiers who needed it were equipped with surplus Ukrainian arms and vehicles, such as AFVs and APCs. They were brought in and briefed on the operation and what their part would be in the war. Once briefed they will join in the preparations and practices, and be positioned where needed. After some drills the Ukrainian divisions stationed near the border will be pulled back to a few kilometers away, allowed to relax for a little and not be stuck on high alert. The mobilization would've been declared a war drill to make sure Ukraine was ready in case of invasion and nothing more.

Балтійське море(The Baltic Sea)

In the Baltic Sea the Ukrainian Fleet that had been performing exercises is to refuel and resupplied to full level in St.Petersburg and then await any orders.
Kazami42​

 

[Kent]

Government Compound, Warsaw Settlement, Poland

-Hanz vi Risea-
I enter the operations room and all officers stood up.
“Command in the room.” One of my escorts said and everybody saluted. I gestured to them to proceed with their work. I took my seat in the command chair made specifically for me. I rushed my way here after I read the reports. It was really distressing.

“Status report.” I said. I gave orders prior to my arrival here.

“North-Eastern, Eastern, and South-Eastern borders are now on high alert. Surveillance raised to as high as it possibly can.” One of the officers responded.

The doors opened and my staff entered. They are my generals, advisers, and other highly regarded members of my staff. They took their seat and some stood next to me.

“It seems like we have no choice. We will have to let go of finland. Russia already gave theirs. It will only escalate to trouble if we persist.” I said. Nobody of them said anything, so I started.

“That’s the most logical choice and peaceful. The other one is war. I already withdrew all valuable resources, assets, and personnel from the land.” Said one of my generals.

“Make contact with them. We’ll choose option 1 but mobilize the military just to be prepared. Ukraine is also worrying me with their mobilization and constant military exercises near our border. Fortify our borders. Use the geography to your advantage. “ I paused for a moment and observed the tactical map. This world really has gone into shit.

“Conduct our own military exercises. Give the paramilitary access to the heavy armory and recall important figures from our embassy in ukraine to attend a made up meeting. “ I added. There’s no fault to being cautious.

“I extended an invitation to Singapore, Japan, and the Order Empire to attend our naval exercise as they mentioned in the past that they would be interested.” Said General Weisenman, one of the best strategist in the empire and my most trusted comrade.

This is why I love this guy. He’s smart and does what he can without awaiting for the higher ups.

“Splendid. Contact Ukraine and request that they cease the exercises near our borders. Also inform the Second Fleet to coordinate with the Morocco government and figure out how they’re gonna be of help. I don’t know how Finland got armed, but my suspicion lies with russia. Seems like we can’t trust then much anymore. “

The orders were immediately carried and plans put into action. The borders were fortified and more defense facilities were constructed. The military mobilized and are doing their own exercises to prepare for an invasion. Supplies are being produced and stocked left and right. The Prime Minister also made a speech how the times are dark and how we need to protect ourselves. He continued on and gave a satisfying speech to the populace to make sure they have public favor.

Message to Ukraine
The Rising Empire requests that the country of Ukraine seized its military exercises near the borders of the two nations. This is seen as a threat to the empire and its people. Seize immediately.

Message to Finland
The Rising Empire surrenders the rest of finland to your nation. We hope we can solve this diplomatically without bloodshed.

Development of H. O. P. E. is going as planned. It may take a few years to complete the new energy system, but it will be worth it as it will soon replace none-renewable power supplies. It will be more efficient and cheaper for the empire to run.

 

[Alteras]

Singaporean Federation

Singapore, Prime Minister's Office

With revitalizing of infrastructure across the Federation and the preparations for open trade with Japan, an odd conflict seemed to have sprung up in the north. Involving Russian Territories and the Risers. This usually wasn't something that would even concern the PM Shen, but the African War and the rumblings of an Eclipsian Civil War made it all the more concerning. It seems that the analysts who got that information was afraid that the war could spill over and become the trigger for whatever is happening in the Middle East and Eclipsian Federation. PM Shen leaned back as he read the report.

Swiveling to the side, he pulled out a memo pad, and after a few moments of writing, an aide came in, took a glance at the note, and left the room. He would prefer not to join the war, but at the same time, it would minimize the damage and possibly end the conflict before it can ignite another one.

Singaporean Federation

Singapore, Ministry of War

The note was received, and to be honest, with good timing. The Ministry's Office received a message through NOTA requesting for military aid. The note specified two things, industrial aid, and naval support in the Arctic. Industrial aid, that much was easy. Singapore had always been trying to position itself as the merchant of war in these kinds of conflicts, albeit with limited success. The tougher part was naval support. The heads thought about it for a moment before someone mentioned the rare Ice Breaker ships that they held Shanghai for trade into Vladivostok and the Alaskan Regions. With that they began a plan. The Ice Breakers will depart with the Shanghai Fleet towards the Arctic Circle. They'll push into the arctic as they can, but their main purpose for now would be intimidation. With drones and submarines, they'll watch the underwater currents and spread underwater mines into the circle. With that, they smiled to themselves. Their fleet began to move as ordered.

Singaporean Federation

Hong Kong, Financial District

The markets were once again booming. The sound of the news went through the area. "The news tonight: Infrastructure Bill is adopted by the Cities; Trade with Japan looks more and more favorable as Tensions in the region decrease; and the Shanghai Fleet heads out to join NOTA allies in a joint Military Excercise. All those and more tonight, on Pacific News."

 

[Dominus Regum]

Konungdómr til varð-maðr ór vestan
Kingdom of Varmandr Vestan

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St. Petursburg, Russia

The young lad took a seat, clearing his throat at the table. "Sorry, I was..." he thought for a second "unsure of some things, as is obvious, I hope you will forgive my orð-tœki, Tsar"

After a second, he looked up and down the Tsar once before speaking, young eye steadily hailing no demeanor of bad nor good. "As the ruler of the Russians, we of the Vestanian people have had bad memories in the past, with the Franz Josef Incident, and all" He said slowly, clearing his throat again. "I am here on behalf of the Vestanian Empire, and the Council of Vestania, so that we may repair those incidents, and hopefully bring about knowledge and better varð-maðr ór vestan-Russian relations ."

He sat eagerly, but nervously, watching the Tsar of all Russia, although his positioning and look in his eyes didn't portray the nervousness., just a certain stoic determination.
Kazami42

Vestanian Foreign Ministry, þriði fit (Brazilian Coast)

The Vestanian Ministry, after a short wait, replied to the Rockian kingdom. "We would much enjoy a royal marraige between our two kingdoms. While the Royal Family is mainly ceremonial at this point, we have some terms"

After a minute, a secondary message was sent. "The Emperor's cousin is bound to wed soon, and he would be willing. As is the Emperor's neice, which would be a nice fit. Either way, the sanction we put upon your people is this; that they must not change our family's culture forcibly. We are all for mixing and becoming one, but your family must not force them onto us, nor will our family force ours onto theirs, aswell as we are expecting the couple to go through the ceremonial rites of the married as under Hlodyn. Either way, beside that, njótum vér (Let's have fun with it), Rockians."

Fishman Lord

All around Varmandr Vestan

The construction projects ensued, with much dismay of the Traditionalists. For the 17th year in a row, the science devision has had a positive reaction from the public, as the nanobots in the people's bloodstream have effectively for the last 50 years eliminated disease. The most recent census by the VPA (Vestanian People's Association) has put the average lifespan at around 96 for both males and females

Thus more, the Varmandian Arsenal project has been taken the day off as it christens two more ships this month

EFFECTS/OTHER STUFF

Meeting with the Tsar continues
Rockian Offer accepted
Construction projects going smoothly
Nanobots effectively cured disease the last fifty years
Vestanian lifespan almost pushing a hundred
Christian celebrity in the VBL, Vestanian Basketball League caught with a scandal, fined 2.4 million Vestanian Dollars

 

[Kent]

The Rising Empire
-Hanz vi Risea-

I look at the tactical map display of our European lands. I managed to re-position around a dozen fleets to help defend in case we are getting attacked. It's really stressful. Finland, Russia, Ukraine. They're all trying to betray us. They should be grateful for what we have done. We let ukraine go without much of a fight, We've been friends with russia for a long time and has always been helping them. And we saved finland from the barbaric nordic union. This is a slap to the face.

"Warden." I called.

A projection of a woman immediately appeared in front of my desk. "Yes, Prime Minister?"

The goddamn AI always astonish me. She makes every convenient for me. Developed by the genius. the former Head of Research and Development Lloyd. I call it a 'she' because she sounds and looks like a female.

"Send the message I prepared last night to Cascadia and Eclipse. It will inform them of our circumstances and what is happening around us." RIPSaidCone Space_Kaiser

"It has been sent." She informed me a second after I finished speaking. I nod and tried to relax on my chair, but the stress is keeping me from doing so. I sigh and sat properly. I waved my hand and a screen appeared in front of me.

"Hotzone 1, Naval Fleet locations" I said and the display changed into the map of Rising Europe and around 10 dots appeared. A dot symbolizes a fleet.

"Good. The Singaporean fleet should arrive in a week. We'll have the exercise in the Norweigan Sea." The woman in front of me nodded and she vanished. I waved once more at the screen and the map vanished. Alteras

"Operation Aegis" The screen changed and it showed the status and details of Operation Aegis. it's a plan readied up should the Empire face any threats. It was slightly modified due to unprecedented things. I scrolled down and smiled.

Army Alert Status: [RED]

Airforce Alert Status: [RED]

Navy Alert Status: [RED]

Paramilitary Alert Status: [RED] [LETHAL ARMED]

East: [SECURED]

North: [SECURED]

South: [SECURED]

West: [SECURED]

"The media has also been suppressed and the locals informed that this is a military exercise." Reported Warden. This time her projection didn't appear. "Passes in scandinavia are also secured by the army and more aircraft and anti-aircraft are deployed in that position."

"What of ukraine?"

"They have retreated their forces a couple kilometers away from the border. Our military is still on stand-by on the North, East, and South. The west also has heightened security, but not armed to the level of the other three. "

"Good, good. Another topic; Weapons. Connect me to Professor Fritz." I said. The call was immediately answered and the screen displayed the face of the professor.
"How goes our new energy system?"

"Doing fine, if we go at this rate it should be completed in a few years. We recycled some ideas from the sakuradite energy system. This thing will also be immune to Electromagnetic Pulses." The professor smiled. He is the apprentice of Lloyd, he is just as good as him... and as crazy too.

"Then we can put that other weapon to use as soon as that is complete. Our vehicles will be completely immune to it."

"Yes.."

 

[Master Hand]

Russian Military Meeting
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While most of the Finnish generals were discussing war plans (one was busy with the heavy task of rushing the creation of a decent army) the door was swung open by a royal guard in what was clearly a new and ceremonial uniform. The generals saluted and began to update him on the situation thus far, but the king simply held his hand up to silence the room.

"The Rising Empire has agreed to peacefully give us western Finland as well as ally with Noble Finland, among other matters. Thus we are no longer able to continue planning an attack, and on the contrary, we would hope that you call off this attack on the account that because of the new alliance our nations would clash once again.

You all know by now that the Finns are not pacifists, but we are not warmongers either. We were able to reunify Finland without a single drop of blood shed," Korhonen then walked up to the rep,

"I sincerely hope that this does not harm the relationship between our two great nations, we are thankful for your kindness thus far. In fact," He said as he was handed a sheathed sword by the royal guard, "I have a gift for your nation, to commemorate Finnish independence and our progress in the days since. This is the first sword forged since our independence, not including my own. Its hilt is the same shade of gold as your flag." The king then handed the rep the sword and looked at her and the other two Russians, "Well then, unless you have something to discuss with me, you may leave now."

Noble Finland
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Due to many Finns having worked for foreign companies before independence, there are now Finnish companies and store chains being created.

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Development of major cities begin as thousands are hired for construction and public works including improving road conditions and transport between small villages and large cities.

The militias begin to be trained, which while their extremely short training leaves them inexperienced, this leaves more time for instructors to raise the actual army. Weekly local militia meetings begin, so that after their minimal training, they don't forget how to shoot a gun.

An embassy building is reserved and readied for the Rising Empire.

The nations top scientists and inventors work with the government to assist in modernizing Finland focusing on efficiency rather than the unique and expensive.

 

[Kersey]

Carthaginian Union​

Cairo, Carthaginian Egypt

The Sacred Band's counterattack was being heralded throughout the nation as a grand triumph against the islamist 'terrorists', yet this was far from the reality. The vast swathes of territory that were retaken in the Dokki pocket consisted of nothing more than barren wastelands almost entirely devoid of intelligent life, save for a few neocarthaginian settlements in the area. The resistance, ]our elite soldiers and their civilian allies from the Phoenician Movement, encountered was insignificant until they reached the sprawling urban centers of the inner city, where the offensive was halted. Ander Ballacar, the Autarch's designated heir, had no intention to liberate occupied Arab districts. Instead the occupied districts of the city were cut off from the outside world and placed under siege, no one or thing would enter or leave until the militants agreed to a negotiated peace.

Spoiler: Militants defending El Thawraa in Eastern Cairo

The remainder of Cairo is placed under martial law, with travel outside of the metropolis being restricted to only those who have approval from the temporary military administration under Ballacar.

Kingdom of Morocco

The Carthaginian Union purchases the remainder of the Fezzan (Libya) from the Kingdom of Morocco.

Sudanese Caliphate

The Carthaginian Army and Auxilia crossed into Sudanese territory during the night, quickly overwhelming border guards and local garrisons. Autarch Kari later announced on the Carthaginian News Network that the Sudanese Caliphate was responsible for the Cairo Uprising. No evidence of this is presented yet he vows to liberate the people of Sudan from their government's oppressive rule.

 

[Kent]

Rising Empire
The Empire and its people rejoiced that no blood was shed in this situation and they even gained an ally. Per agreement, the military entered finland and reoccupied 2 military bases in west finland and began construction of 3 military bases in eastern finland. Each base will also be connected by an underground train that travels at a very fast pace. The land the bases stood will be considered land of The Rising Empire and a restricted zone will be created around it.An embassy will also be erected in the finland capital.

The diplomats along with Prince Klein von Risea arrived at the Finnish Capital. The Prince will live alongside the Royal Family and attend highschool in Finland. It was a sign of trust. The Rising Empire and Finland also established an alliance, permanent NAP, and multiple trade agreements.

The Rising Empire also received mining rights and other necessary documents to collect materials in finland.
Master Hand ​

 

[BLK]

The Kingdom of Morocco, Rabat​

The Parliament had begun an emergency session early in the morning. At around 4 a.m., Ali Hassan had called his closest allies to his side, as well as a number of the leaders of the progressive parties. "Brothers, I bring you here for a very important cause." He began. What would unfold would be the biggest gamble of his career. "Now, I know that those of us on the more conservative end of things don't necessary agree with you on everything, but I have come to agree with you on one key point." The old man paused, waiting for anyone to stop him. Deep down, he likely knew what he was doing would be unforgivable. He would likely be recorded in history as a villain for simply this meeting. "Well, what is it, Ali?" A leftist called. "It is time for the king to go. It is time we usher in the people's will, not his." As soon as the first word were uttered his allies began to shout at him. Things like; "You are a disgrace to our people," "Wa-Beit Illi Xallafuuk! (May god destroy your house and all who live in it)" Despite these cries, the leftists listened intently. As Hassan began to speak, all of his allies, save two moderates who merely were there to listen, exited the chamber in a mad dash. "This king is craven with power. He will not stop at anything. First he brings in the Cascadians to fight our wars for us, then he commissions the assault on the Malians! They did nothing to us. We are wrong to be in this war. I have followed him faithfully, as have you all, however, he has crossed a line, and he cannot come back. Now, without my party's support behind us, this will be an uphill battle. We may even risk the destruction of Moroccan democracy, however, that is a risk I am willing to take for our people's sake. Now, I must ask you, brothers, to stand with me."
Four hours later parliament was in session. Not a single minister was missing. Even the special representatives from the sparingly integrated Saharan states were present. Ali Hassan ascended to the podium and was bet with jeering and shouts from all areas in the vaulted room. Some reacted so violently as to throw a shoe at him, which was met with cheers from Hassan's opposition. After the commotion quieted down, he would preside over a vote of no confidence in King Mohammed. The first speaker was the leader of a newly formed far-right coalition called the National Union (NU) aimed at empowering the monarchy, Arthur Dahmni. "Brothers, what this vile man who claims to unite us seeks to do will only bring chaos and dissent across our great nation. Through our king's guidance, we are closer to securing the recognition of our nation than ever before. Our borders have grown to include the honorable Saharan peoples, and as we speak our brave soldiers in the Royal Army are liberating the Malians from the hands of a corrupt corporate oligarchy. If you believe in the freedom of the Moroccan people, you will not vote at all on this movement. If needed, I will hold a national referendum to block this. I will go as far as to take up arms and fight in the streets with my countrymen if that is what is needed. We must not allow this to pass!" Shortly after those words, all other leaders declined to speak. The vote would begin. After six hours of National Union affiliates taking the maximum five minutes of time allowed to announce a declaration, which always proved to be an abstention, the vote would pass 66-48-114. The vast majority of the conservatives abstained, and the allies of the nationalists did as well. Some of the radical leftists voted no alongside the moderates as they felt it gave too much power to Ali Hassan himself, rather than the people of Morocco. However, despite winning his slim victory, Ali would likely not act on this procession. Less than half of parliament voted, and barely under a third supported his bid. He would have to wait. During that time, the King would have total control of state proceedings however. He would need another avenue to seize power.

The Malian Front​

The Royal Army has pushed exceptionally far into Mali. They estimate that the government will collapse in a matter of days, or weeks. Some experts on regional stability have said that the Moroccan backed government in Guinea will likely prove to be the crushing blow for the African state. On that note, Malian opposition activist and advocate for the poor, David Mallahi announce the creation of the Republic of Guinea, in Conakry. He promises the Malians freedom from the corporatist system that once ruled over them, and the protection of the Moroccan army.

Dakhla, Morocco
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Local leaders in the city of Dakhla have announce official cooperation with the nationalist paramilitary group Shuebat Aldifae Aljanubia (Southern Defense Unit). Well armed, and trained in guerrilla warfare, these men are more than just soldiers to the people of Dakhla; they are insurance. The city has consistently boasted some of the highest support for the Moroccan monarchy across the entire nation, even greater than the rural farming communities that benefit most from his rule. The SAA announced after word of Ali Hassan's maneuvering spread across the nation that they would be supporting King Mohammed unconditionally. They say they will fight against even the Royal Army if it means they will protect their king.

Tendara, Morocco
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In response to Ali Hassan's attempt at expansion, the terrorist group Alduwaliat Al'iifriqia (African International) has declared war on the Kingdom of Morocco. Once a group of freedom fighters who fought with government forces against the Empire, the group now has transformed into an anarchist terrorist cell, hellbent on destroying the Moroccan government. Recently, under King Mohammed's crackdowns on extremists on all sides, they had been less active, however, Hassan's latest provocation has clearly proved too much for them. Their members have been spotted driving through the streets of towns declaring that there is no authority other than man, armed with stolen anti-aircraft weaponry. Is this the end of the Kingdom?

Other​

More territory along the Algerian border is sold to the Carthaginians.

 

[Kazami42]

Saint Petersburg, Russia

"Ah yes, the short 'war' that happened because of a lack of communication. You do not have to worry about that happening again, for we have already long since dealt with most of the problems that lead up to such extremism being an option. Though we do feel sympathetic towards the Vestans for having to deal with such an ordeal. From what we know, you all have suffered through so much, it reminds us of ourselves." He would clear his throat before speaking again. "And talking about that incident, we took some of your bots with us to help with our AI program we only conceptualized until then. Once we farmed everything we could, we just put them in storage with periodic maintenance. We can't exactly use their bodies for our program, and due to the inability to construct the necessary components, most have fallen to disrepair, but if you desire to have them returned we will hand them over. Some are more damaged than others such as missing entire heads, but high caliber ammunition will do that to whatever it comes into contact with. You could potentially take parts from the others to make a perfectly intact model however. We owned a few dozen of them after the incident, now we only have fifteen left."

Viktor would think for a moment before leaning over to his right side and taking a document out of his desk, before sitting upright again and handing it over to the Vestan. "We are more than willing to improve relations with your nation, as well as trying to open up more to others and try and right the wrongs our previous rulers had. It would of course take time, but it could be sped up more with this. We call it the 'Eastern Sovereignty Alliance', and we made it to help Europe and turn it into a economical and technological powerhouse. It would mean that many independent nations would be capable of forming in Europe, even helping each other technologically if they wanted to. However unlike a normal alliance, this is more like a defensive and developmental pact than a true alliance. We wouldn't support outside wars or conflicts in general unless we were actually allied to the parties doing it, and we would defend these nations from outside influences trying to control and abuse them. We are interested in finding supporters and other forms of sympathizers, whether it be direct support or indirect such as funding or the sending of medical aid and construction work on affected nations. The only problem with this being two things, the nations we seek to help make independent are ruled by the foreign party of the HRE, and going to war with them may spark an event we call the 'Great war'.

"Now we are not going to war just because of the ESA on the HRE, that would be petty. We have many other reasons as to why we are doing it, and one of which consists with our attempts of self unification. Another being their leech rule over the nations they control, using them for their resources and leaving them in perpetual chaos without any attempts to save or repair them that are even remotely major. Going to war with them would be easy for Russia, but the problem more so lies with parties they are related with. The only one we actually believe would be a threat would be the Eclipse, as they do not exactly have the most peaceful of records. They were borderline Mongol-like terrorists back then with the genocide of many peoples and the destruction of important historical landmarks to Russia, along with their vast takings of land quickly. Russia isn't too much better on that front, but we at least had a justification for it. Of course anything they do has the world's attention simply due to their size, smaller nations back then than Russia may even have fallen to anarchy by the sheer mention of their name. We could of course retaliate against them if they fought us over this, but then that may make the war even bigger. Making our noble goal into a bloody world war. However we cannot contact others at this point, as we have been busy with reforms back then and it'd be too late for us to do anything about it now. We do not wish to risk sending men through just to end up having to ransom them out of prison just to contact others, and we are keeping our communications reserved as to prevent flooding by outside influence. So if you aren't interested in direct support, you could help us with our goal anyway by finding supporters for us. Of course we would pay if necessary for the potential of wasting your time if you did so do this. Supporters would also obtain trade such as oil and metals, since it is the only thing we know of to repay them for. While member states would get more simply due to the nature of the ESA, but only nations whom fit into region and are based there can become one unless we expand our horizons. Then the regions open up, and more nations can become members. However we only have our eyes upon so far Eastern Europe, and it may remain that way."​

Dominus Regum

Formation of the ESA

The Eastern Sovereignty Alliance or otherwise ESA, is now considered formed. With member state Ukrainian Tsardom and founding state of Imperial Russia, it is currently small but wishes to be expanded upon further. The Russians believe they can use it to make Europe into a technological and economical powerhouse as they believe it should be, and all member states would be protected from outside influence that seeks to abuse their core lands. They seek to liberate Eastern Europe from the reign of the HRE, and to begin referendum to construct more nations that can embrace the ability of independence. A formal letter of it's activation was sent to Ukraine, setting the stage for the near future. One can only imagine the results of such an ambitious dream of the ESA while an Empire rises from the old world's demise.
Am Vya

Finland

The Rep would carefully take the sword to make sure they did not drop it or any other mishap, only nodding her head and smiling for a moment. "We thank you for this gift, but I am afraid that even if we were to call it off, it is timed and there is no point of return now. We will free the peoples of Europe from their reign, and see to it that they can have a future of their own as well. We can only ask Finland to remain neutral or not directly fight, for we do not seek to harm your people nor stop your independence." She would then sound slightly saddened. "But if you are forced to fight, we understand." With that she would tell the others that they were leaving, and they would begin their return home. Master Hand

Imperial Regions

Troops would just be looking at the time on their watches, or waiting for the daylight hours to die down to be a sign of the start of their run. Some of them would spend their remaining time of peace singing songs together, while the rest were on watch. The Baltic Sea fleet would begin final checks upon their armaments, and constantly check on their heading. Due to ships such as the Missile Cruisers having the best and latest in Imperial range-based technologies, they would begin to use them to locate their targets on the mainland along with the sea to begin proper calculations before even arriving there. They would combine this with rare periodic satellite imagery to gather the necessary estimates before engagement, having obtained the last they would get the day before going on a communications blackout.

Meanwhile, Northern Star would also be checking their armaments one final time. Along with this, their more south-western detachment would begin checking on their infantry. As time passed by ever so slowly, they were just nearing ever so closer to their final destination. Some troops were very eager for the upcoming fight, while others were less than so. They were all mixed in opinion of why there were all there, some wanting to obtain some form of recognition and fame while others were just there to do their job. Others were more humble, opportunistic even, wanting to fight to help others or obtain some form of abandoned riches. While the rest were simply there to keep each other alive in the upcoming battle. Though the end result was the same, they hoped for the war to be over soon after it begins so they could return to their homes. After being told to prepare in the next handful of hours, they would begin to check their equipment and other gear.


Mali
Despite the Malian's best efforts, they were for not. Their attempted invasion was pushed back, and their low military crippled in the fighting only to fall to complete dismay. Without an army, and falling apart via both political and military means, the government simply couldn't hold up it's own weight any longer. The Malians were for all intents and purposes, ceasing a number of proper functions and allowing the Moroccans to spread rampant within the land if they so desired. Any resistance by that point was extremely minor if at all, and the Malians would be in full surrender after succumbing to political factors and a military being capable of marching through unopposed. Whatever was left of Mali and it's fate would by that point be left up to the Moroccans, along with all potentially still independent counties and their peoples that survived as well.​

BLK

 

[Fishman Lord]

Temporary Imperial Command, Lagos, New African Empire
"The Cascadians have no shame. They bomb a nation to smithereens and then as soon as the tides turn they turn that nation into an 'ally'. The so-called nation of Nigeria has held out for now, and to push further would risk putting us at the front line with Morocco, and therefore in conflict with Morocco." Louis d'Arc turned to one of his generals. "How is the situation in Morocco? Has any faction finally gained power yet?" "Not that I'm aware of, sir. The situation is still unfolding." "Hmmm..." Louis d'Arc looked intently at the map for what seemed like an eternity before turning around with a stony expression on his face. "The king of Morocco is at a turning point. At best, he will be facing exile from his nation. At worst, Morocco could fall into civil war, or there could even be a coup and he could be executed. He knows he's in a delicate situation, and he knows his people support him." He paused. "We must face it, we have too many enemies on the continent. Morocco does not need to be one of them. Contact their king and say that we will leave them to have northwest Africa, but make it clear that this offer is only under the king's regime and it does not extend to any Cascadian 'democratic' puppets that might pop up. We can focus on the rest of the continent and avert war with Cascadia and Morocco."
BLK

Meanwhile, in Angola, Operation Joust was going quite well, though it had been hindered by Cascadian interference. The army made slow progress across the countryside, but the greatest achievement had been the capture of Luanda. The city had been well surrounded before the Cascadians had started sending supplies, and it had proved too little too late. The city fell and the banners of the Empire and the Royal Family were raised all across the city. However, Cascadian interference with transport networks was proving more effective, and progress across the rest of the nation was hindered more by slow movement than by enemy forces.

Galapagos Palace, Royal Pacific Demense, Kingdom of the Rockies
"Very well then. Good fortune to you on your return home." The King turned and went into the main palace without the Secretary of State and muttered to nobody in particular, "Uncivilized savages, they are. Even their supposed officials don't know how to address a king. A king!" He turned to his aide. "What's the word that all the kids use these days?" The aide struggled to hide a smirk as he replied. "Chimpscadians, my lord." "It's a bit crude, but I must say it isn't inaccurate." The King was on a plane and in no time was back in the Stone Palace in Radium Hot Springs. There, he gave a brief speech on the topic of the developments in Eastern Europe. "I applaud our brothers in Russia and Ukraine for standing up against those who would try to control them and change their ways. The Eastern Sovereignty Alliance has the full support of the Kingdom of the Rockies, and we send them good luck and fortune in their future endeavors." More privately, their plans against the Rising Empire were discussed. "I hope they finally eradicate the little igloo-shitters. Just in case, prepare the all the army that isn't in Africa. Cornered animals lash out, and the Rising Empire is very certainly cornered."
Kazami42 Am Vya Kent RIPSaidCone

A response was sent to Varmandr Vestan. "The King's next-eldest brother would be a perfect match for your niece. They shall wed as equals, and there can be both an Odinist ceremony and a Rockian Catholic ceremony. The Pope himself would be happy to assist with the latter in Calgary. We look forward to strengthening the bonds between our two great nations."
Dominus Regum

 

[Dominus Regum]

Konungdómr til varð-maðr ór vestan
Kingdom of Varmandr Vestan
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Saint Petersburg, Russian Empire

The prince slowly nodded as he heard the sayings. "Yes indeed," he spoke softly, voice carrying a tone of heavy thoughtfulness. "This is, quite frankly, the opportunity we were looking for. The Vestanian Konungdómr and the Council of Hundred would like to say that we would be proud to announce full support in the upcoming potential incursion. We ourselves have never formally recognized the state of the Rising Empire as the rulers of Poland, as they themselves annexed a valuable ally and denied the people self-determination thereafter. We ourselves have 20,000 troops in Poland who went missing when the government collapsed, leaving us with their descendants still there. All we ask is that we ask the right for self-determination for our long-standing ally and now-oppressed Polish. If those requests are met, you have the support of the Vestanian military. We hate going into wars and this one specifically, but it must be done to save more lives and secure the fundamental rights of freedom to choose your own government."

He cleared his throat with a sharp cough, grabbing a sip of water out of a small grey canteen produced from the inner pockets of his military garb. "Not used to the dryer air here. Vestan is a bit more... Moist" he said with a small laugh. "As for the droids, we would like to see them returned. We could help you form your own droid program, as the Vestanian state is the foremost power when it comes to droid and robotic technology, and daresay technology altogether, as we ourselves have been focusing more on improving the lives of our citizens than finding different ways to blow up a building as our neighbors to the north and south have been doing. It is quite frankly disgusting to see how much nations in this world put an emphasis on how to kill other humans" He said the last bits quickly, and nodded a little bit. "But I'm getting off track, so pardon me your highness."

He gave a small smile and nod before looking down at his phone, moments before the thing letting out a buzz. The holo-screen was dim and the Russian could not make out words, but the Prince looked down with a small look of disgust. He promptly put it back in his pocket and looked back up at the Russian leader, letting out a sigh. "Now, your highness. I must sadly say that I must return to our nation in prompt. There has been... An endeavor, and I must say that I have to take leave"

He stood up after a second, stretching and cracking his back. "It was an honor to meet you in person, but I must be going."

After the formalities ended, the young prince left the Russian Empire and swiftly made a return to the homeland

varð-maðr ór vestan, þriði fit

At the young prince's return, he was greeted by the royal correspondent of the VNA, or the Vestanian News Agency. The lone correspondent stood beside him with a recorder as he walked down the runway to the royal vehicle.

"kveðja, Markus! So, on the royal marriage with the Rockians, what do you say?" the Correspondent said quickly, in pure Eldar Farthak. His voice carried more a tone of excitement.

The young prince looked over before hopping in. "Well, although we as a nation see ourselves as a more evolved state of government than a total monarchy, seeing relations with a former enemy is a good thing. In many ways, it only secures our power as a state that is rising once again to prominence. Perhaps ourselves could see a unity with síðastr ljós (Chile)" he said just as quick, eager to get going.

"And what of the African question? The costs are mounting up in the Somali Safe Zone as more and more migrants are seen coming in"

Prince Markus stood a second. "We hold ourselves to a higher standard than our neighbors. Instead of sending bullets to the African people, we have seen our very own people donating millions of Freys to the effort. This is truly only a mission that our nation, as a united front, can handle. We may or may not see a referendum on what to do in the coming weeks". After nodding and hopping in the car, the Newsman stood for a second longer before taking a few idle steps forward on the platform

EVENTS
-New polls show that Modern Eldar Farthak is the common-spoken language for 94% of people. As such government agencies and 98% of all private sector businesses are making a switch to Eldar Farthak. Although almost every Vestanian is fluent in both MEF and English, the change signifies a long-wanted switch to a more spoken language.

-The Vestanian state accepts the Rockian offer Fishman Lord

-Stormr Corporation (Former Katrina Corp., now under Govt. control) has announced an update for the long-used Virki line of nanobots to now seek out and destroy venom within the body.

-ALL dialogue in Eldar Farthak will be this colour of red. So yee

 

[Kersey]

General Rashid Ammar, 4th Field Army Headquarters, Port Sudan, Carthaginian Sudan

"The 19th infantry battalion will be tasked with the capture of Deru-" General Rashid Ammar's presentation of his battle-plan for the advance towards Khartoum was interrupted by the abrupt interjection of a junior staff officer near the rear of the room. "General Ammar!" exclaimed the staff officer, an inexperienced young major who had been transferred to his command shortly after the uprising in Cairo. Rashid's attention turned to the man, "You have five seconds to fucking explain yourself before I send you to Al Kufrah." The staff officer, now visibly trembling, answered, "Sir... the Autarch has just passed away." The room fell silent as dozens of officers looked onward in disbelief, many reaching for their mobile phones to confirm the major's remarks with information from their colleagues. The general took a step back and slumped into a chair adjacent to the massive wall-mounted screen he had been using only a few seconds ago. Ballacar, who by now would have assumed the position of autarch, despised him for his stubborn refusal to forsake the Islamic faith. He knew he didn't have long before the Sacred Band was storming his headquarters now that the only man who could protect him was dead. Rashid Ammar rose back up onto his feet and spoke, "It has been the greatest honor of my life to serve alongside all of you." In a final act of defiance, he drew his service pistol and jabbed it into his neck. The general cried out, "Glory to Carthage, Allah 'Akbar!" before silencing himself with the pull of a trigger.

Summary: General Rashid Ammar of the 4th field army commits suicide after learning that Adel Kari has died and been succeeded by Ander Ballacar.

Spoiler: General Rashid Ammar

Autarch Ander Ballacar, 9th Field Army Headquarters, Cairo, Carthaginian Egypt

The autarch was clearly irritated by Ammar's sudden suicide following the death of his predecessor. It had needlessly delayed the Khartoum offensive and rid him of the ability to kill the revolting hajji bastard himself. Nevertheless, he forced himself to concentrate on Lieutenant General Alexandra Abrines, the temporary command of the 4th field army until a replacement could be found for General Rashid. He tuned back in as she concluded explaining the operation, "I expect that the 14th, 30th, and 23rd infantry divisions will break Sudanese positions at Mount Okwer and Sabidana by dawn, effectively ending all organized resistance from the caliphate and allowing the 9th mechanized division to blitz its way to Khartoum." Ballacar calmly replied, "You have my approval Lieutenant General, you're dismissed now." Abrines saluted the autarch before promptly leaving the room.

Summary: Lieutenant General Alexandra Abrines temporarily replaces general Rashid Ammar as commander of the 4th field army and is granted permission by the autarch to begin the Khartoum offensive.

Spoiler: Lieutenant General Alexandra Abrines

Captain [RETRACTED], Undisclosed Location, South Sudan, Sudanese Caliphate

“General Botrous, I'm Captain [RETRACTED].” said [RETRACTED] as he shook the hand of the towering military officer. The general replied, "It is very good to meet you at last Captain, shall we sit?" in a rough nilotic accent. He beckoned towards a pair of soldiers, who swiftly grabbed two luxurious chairs out of a technical and placed them behind both of the men. [RETRACTED] sat and immediately begun speaking, "General, I've come to make you a proposition regarding the current war. In return for the declaration of your allegiance to the autarch, we install you as the Grand Marshal of a new Sudanese nation stretching from Khartoum to Rumbek. Do as the autarch commands, and we will ensure you live have every luxury imaginable available to you during your long reign as Grand Marshal of the Sudanese Federation." The general paused for a few second as he contemplated the offer. Knowing that the Sudanese government in Khartoum was on the brink of collapse and that his forces could not stand against the might of Carthage, he gave a devilish grin and uttered the words, "Glory to Carthage."

Summary: General Khalid Botrous of the Sudanese 8th field army, primarily made up of Dinka, Nuer, and Lotuko soldiers, defects to the Carthaginian Union.

Spoiler: General Khalid Botrous

Colonel Hanno Messana, Sacred Band Headquarters, Cairo, Carthaginian Egypt

Hanno impatiently awaited news from the 9th field army's headquarters on their ongoing offensive against the last of the militant holdouts in the city. He had already withdrawn the Sacred Band from the frontline following the autarch's instructions yet could not return to Carthago until the defeat of the rebels was confirmed. Finally, after what seemed like an eternity, the telephone on his desk rang and he picked it up. "This is Colonel Hanno Messana of the Sacred Band, has the operation succeeded?" An officer on the other side of the line responded, "It has, Glory to Carthage" and then hung up the call. The colonel stood up, walked out of his office, and to the helicopter waiting outside to take him to Carthago. Cairo has been liberated.

Summary: Colonel Hanno Messana and the Sacred Band are redeployed to Carthago following the elimination of the last militant holdouts in Cairo, leaving only the 9th field army in the city.

Spoiler: Colonel Hanno Messana

Field Marshal Hasdrubal Arvad, High Command Headquarters, Carthago, Carthaginian Tunisia

Field Marshal Arvad paid careful attention to each of the dozen intelligence officers standing inside his office. After some time, he finally broke the silence which permeated the room, "The autarch has entrusted me with the procurement of several hundred thousand mercenaries. I now entrust this tremendous task upon you, some of the finest men and women that the Carthaginian Intelligence Service has to offer. You will each be sent to the corners of this world to accomplish the task with the treasury of this great union at your disposal. It does not matter how these soldiers are recruited or where from, only that you return to Carthago with them by the end of the month". With that, he handed each of the officers their assigned countries and dismissed them.

Summary: Field Marshal Hasdrubal Arvad oversees the contracting of several hundred thousand mercenaries from throughout the world.

Spoiler: Field Marshal Hasdrubal Arvad

 

[BLK]

The Kingdom of Morocco
"Compañía de Seguridad Marroquí"

(Chilean and Pacific Islander mercenaries, led by Alejandro Vasquez [above], Jacob Conrads [below, left] and Eric Dubois-Collet [below, right])

(Rockian mercenaries, Jacob Conrads and Eric Dubois-Collet, who lead the CSM forces)​

Following their dismissals from the Rockian armed forces early in their lives for reckless conduct on the battlefield, Jacob Conrads and Eric Dubois of the 16th airborne regiment, would move to the Pacific islands and begin the establishment of what would be the Compañía de Seguridad Marroquí, or Moroccan Security Company. Initially, they were simply small time mercenaries who contracted themselves to whoever would pay, until the Moroccan armed forces offered them a long-term contract, if they partnered with notorious Chilean dog-of-war, Alejandro Vasquez. Vasquez was known for his brutal treatment of his own Chilean people during the wars against Vestan, and for dodging trials for war crimes by hiding in Africa. Eventually, he entered into a deal with the Moroccan government under king Mohammed XIII, where he would train their troops, and integrate his select company into the Moroccan army, in exchange for repayment and his ensured freedom. Of course, the two Rockians were not quick to hop on the deal, but after the pot was sweetened for them, they bit. Within two years, the three of them were working as a team to help train local militias in counter-insurgency, and defensive combat. Of course, what wasn't specified in their combat was how ethical their tactics had to be. After the Saharan and Malian wars, the three established militias in each of the regions to operate as the guiding forces, to alleviate the army's burden. Of course, now that the nation is in a scramble to secure legitimacy, the three are presented with an interesting predicament. They may very well determine who secures Rabat.

Factional Control Map

Status of the Nation: Bloodless Revolt​

So far, after the dissolution of parliament, the pro-parliament republicans and anti-monarchist anarchists have risen up in opposition to the government. The Nationalist forces have risen up as reactionaries, headed by paramilitary leader Abdul Haman. The republicans prop up the image of Ali Hassan, while the military remains ardent that the king is the true leader.

Abdul Haman
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Agenda:

A greater Morocco, for the Moroccans. ​

Greater military expenditure.​

Expulsion of all non-African citizens​

King Mohammed
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Agenda

A free Morocco above all else​

That democracy may prevail, with our without him in politics.​

The survival of the state apparatus, regardless of his presence in government​

Ali Hassan
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Agenda

The abolition of the monarchy​

Morocco governed by the Moroccans ​

Decreased military spending​

"Jaysh Himayat Alshaeb"
The Carthagian border
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Captain Ibrahim Suleyman, a Moroccan mercenary by trade, and nationalist by calling, the leader of the Jaysh Himayat Alshaeb, an ultranationalist paramilitary group that has spent the last 12 years fighting abroad in Africa, or wherever a conflict may be. Perhaps the most skilled soldiers in all of Morocco, this elite company couldn't refuse the call of Carthage's gold, even with their state on the verge of civil war. Armed with government supplied AK-As and the finest training from their fellow mercenaries, these men were the quickest of all Moroccans to pack up and leave. Within a week, they arrived at a border checkpoint, and will be in Carthago in less than another weeks time.

Other Events and Actions:
King Mohammed responds to the Rockian message, agreeing to work to ensure that the two of them avoid conflict, so long as the Rockians immediately and unconditionally withdraw from Nigeria. Fishman Lord

 

[Kazami42]

Vestanian - Russian Meeting, Saint Petersburg, Russia

The Tsar listened and then proceeded to nod his head in agreement to the Prince's statements, understanding the fundamental flaws of the Riser's move a little bit more in the process. "It's always a depressing moment to try helping others, only to lose them and those that were sent. While we cannot help you with most of those lost men and potentially women should your military have such laws, we would be happy to help you get those that remain back should you so desire. And we also understand the request of self governance and the opinion of the people, a simple practice that can lead to many outcomes. It seems in recent times that such a thing has become neglected in their case." He would proceed to clear his throat momentarily and prevent himself from droning on, taking a moment to think carefully on what else to say before continuing. "It must be confusing to see leadership such as this actually agreeing to the practice, but believe us when we say that our system has by time become more modernized to keep up with the needs."

After the Prince's joke and bringing a slight smile to the Tsar, he then spoke with a slightly more cheery tone to his voice. "As for the droids, we can send them over by sea on civilian ships. You can expect to see them between two to three days arriving in Vestan controlled Siberia. Due to.... events mentioned previously, they would be taking the longer route there. Otherwise, you would be receiving them within a day. As for your offer, I believe we can speak of this at a later date when or if possible. But yes, it is frankly quite disturbing to us how others focus more on military technology dominantly than their own people in certain cases, primarily based on Eclipse's earlier run with Vik' the first ruling. While we believe that a military is essential, Russia with the TC has been focusing more currently on civilian developments such as Urusovo. That overly large city in the old Grenshu fortifications, that fill out a mind boggling margin of it's land. Russia already owns what is needed to defend itself and more, and while extremely innovative and all new creations are welcomed, there really is no current need to follow the path of the old world. All of our races are won or void, so now it's a scientific race to further our life style instead. Such a race has been shown in the past to bring the pre-apocalyptic world to glory and further development, and it has been far too long in this new world since an attempt at starting anew happened. All the nations keeping mostly to themselves, potentially due to fears of another military race that'd bathe the world in complete fire for hundreds of more years. But what do we know?"

Eventually as time passed and the Prince checked his phone, the meeting was nearing an end. "We understand, and we are looking forward to speaking again. Farewell and have a safe journey home, Grand Prince of Vestan."
Dominus Regum

The Tsar would then notice the lack of brightness from outside awhile after the Prince left, turning on a nearby lamp near his left side after approaching it. He was thinking about his speech, which was due within a small window within the next hour. Viktor would return to his desk and sit down before rehearsing his speech to himself, adding some additional lines to grant some form of better quality to it. After a few minutes, the door opened and entered the room was Malyshev. "Your Imperial Majesty, it is time." He stated with a blank expression as he waited near the door. Viktor said nothing in response, only standing up and proceeding to walk out the door with Malyshev. On the way out, they would stop near the library to check on Aleksandra. She was minding her business and reading one of the numerous history books within the library, mostly centered around several nations in the old world's Europe. Viktor decided not to bother her this time, and would continue to follow Malyshev to one of the rooms within the Palace.

Declaration Of War, Saint Petersburg, Russia

The large room Viktor and Malyshev soon entered was furbished with a few cameras, a stage with a stand and microphone, large tables that stretched the room, and chairs throughout. Within the room was also Dimitri Kharzin, Marina Belousova, Konstantin Rayt, Natalia Engalycheva, relatives, and other government - military officials all numbering overall to 100 people. Due to the decades of preparation and buildup, several officials becoming active to administrate, and events set into motion purely, all that was necessary now was the official declaration to be broadcasted to begin. Malyshev would remain in front of the door, and several guards were stationed throughout the room. Viktor would go on to take the stage as men started to operate the cameras. He would begin by testing the microphone first, following by clearing his throat before the cameras went live. During this time, his sister would also have entered the room and taken a seat. "3...2..1." Said one of the camera men, preparing Viktor and silencing the crowd before going live on internal and external public international news channels. The only channels the speech wasn't displayed to were those within the rest of the coalition, through active jamming or other temporary method.

"For many years we have stood tall and fought against those who sought to break us, surviving the worst the world had to offer and thriving off it. While others fell to chaos and annexation, we have held firm and kept that which is rightfully ours. We turned from scavengers, mercenaries, struggling families, and a broken nation to one of the world's finest. Together, we created this forever glorious Empire that stood the test of time. A number of nations share our resolve, such as our brave brothers and sisters within Ukraine. However, others of those like us do not share similar fate. They stay broken, annexed, and oppressed by foreign powers that do not have their new peoples' needs at heart. Instead they take their resources, abuse their lands, and leave them under dire circumstances while their new rulers expect them to abide under an iron fist. This is not tolerable under this land, and we will guarantee a developing future for those that desire their own place in the world." Viktor would take a small pause and look about the room for a mere moment, before continuing on with great confidence.

"This is one of many reasons why we shall fight. Poland, Estonia, Lithuania, Latvia, Belarus, all the way to the Scandinavian countries we sold to them and our Siberian homelands. The borders shall close in upon this wretched arctic beast, and the people shall live anew without such a fear. This fiend shall face a war that is all around, and their interior reigns upon these lands will be pushed back to the Arctic. A new kingdom come, and new will shall be done. Their ending has begun, as our voices unify and we march together through this new hardship. The lands such as Poland and her people cannot see hope under this foreign power, but we shall be the ones that will bring them salvation. We must not be afraid of foreigners, the purest unknown, or an uncertain future. So rise up from the ground and join our voices to the sound, the time has come to tear this oppressive Empire down! No more lives shall be lost by them, and no suffering enforced by this leech shall withstand. For today, this is marked as the start of a new age. God willing, the new 'HRE' never returns here again." After the speech, the written declaration of war would also have had arrived to the Riser Empire.
Kent

Imperial Regions And Outside Locations

The Baltic Sea

In the bridge upon the Poltava, Admiral Mashir would simply look at a clock on the ceiling to tell the time. "We have entered range, sir." reported one of the various navigators, given task of firing system trajectory. "Begin launch procedures," he ordered the navigator. "and inform the rest of the fleet that they will be arriving towards Estonia's north-eastern coast in three hours." Mashir continued to a nearby 'spotter' as termed in the modern Imperial Navy, in other words a signal lamp operator. A few moments later, an alarm throughout the ship would have activated as 4 of the 7 bays onboard started to open and extend to either side. Those within the bow towards the stern would begin moving out as precaution to prevent casualties, along with the complete sealing of the related sections. At the same time on the stern, the spotter would begin utilizing the signal lamp, informing the rest of the joint fleet about both their arrival for lesser armed ships and arsenals being deployed. This had signaled that Operation Europa had begun, and the first official use of the S-942 missiles used in it's actual purpose.

Not only did the capital ship of the fleet begin launching their missiles, but so did the Borei-class submarines. Within a total of 3 minutes, the joint fleet in total launched 44 S-942 missiles. Their targets being Estonia, Eastern - North Eastern Sweden, and Poland. They had the purpose of destroying naval bases and land-based facilities such as large airfield bases and a limited number of army bases. It was more so expected that the air and ground forces could deal with the Army bases and all they contain. When they reached a maximum altitude, primarily the S-942s launched via the missile carrier, their contained HGVs separated from the missiles and would begin gliding on top of the atmosphere to their target at hypersonic speeds. Maneuvering and adjusting their course whenever necessary, to ensure they reached Sweden.​

After the other missiles having reentered, they would begin separating into multiple warheads. The launched payloads would then after some travel time would have hit their mark. Leaving absolutely no mercy to the Risers, as their facilities would suffer degrees between moderate damage to complete obliteration. Leaving any survivors in varying degrees of temporary injury, such as dizziness, and those closer to the blast site being harmed more by debris than the actual detonation. Those within the facilities were however extremely unlucky, as they'd suffer severe injury or death depending on where they were stationed at the time. Obliterated facilities having the lowest amount of survivors that could be within the blast zone, and damaged facilities even if severe having most of it's occupants survive with varying injuries despite the destruction. Out of a total of 36 targets, 3 survived completely due to the missiles missing by a mile in unpopulated land, and then 5 more surviving due to the payload not even detonating. then 4 bases that were hit in Riser lands only obtained what is classified as light damage, due to a number of the warheads having missed entirely or ended up being duds. These 4 bases would have had varying degrees between very little to no casualties, with the most casualties being at max around 5 people.
In analysis, 15 targets were entirely obliterated while the rest sustained varying degrees of damage. Of the 15 obliterated targets, 5 were within Sweden. Several of the deployed missiles were dedicated to a singular target, such as larger airfields to provide sufficient enough results. After the bombings, the Baltic joint fleet only waited for the soon coming retaliation fleet and the regrouping of the rest of their own fleet.

Iceland

Iceland would be one of three sections of the Riser Empire that would of obtained some form of time of preparation, unlike it's European - Scandinavian counterparts that had only gotten warning via detecting Russian movements before the bombing. 15 minutes after the bombings in Sweden, Estonia, and Poland, the Riser's command would begin seeing missiles deploying heading towards Iceland. Repeated launches occurring from 2 directly from the north, and 1 more from the northeast at different distances. These were 2 Oscar submarines up north, and 1 Borei submarine to the northeast. They would not be targeting anything on the coasts or deeper inland, but instead trying to take out the Riser's naval facilities alone. The Oscars took an additional minute to lob out the rest of their S-942 missiles, but once done they would all begin attempting to scatter to evade the nearby defending fleet. Their goal being to cause necessary enough damages to make resupplying very difficult in Iceland, along with the damage or destruction of any vessel still within them. Due to fears of being caught before unloading all of their armament, the submarine to the northeast would have started bailing after the first 2 launches and continued to launch 2 more of their missiles before leaving firing range.

Greenland

Near Greenland, the waters there was as calm as one could say it could be. There were no ships to be seen around or nearing it, and a little like Iceland, it would have had the most time to prepare itself. But also in the skies, there was nothing to be found or heard. However, 20 minutes after the bombings of Sweden, Estonia, and Poland and 5 after Iceland, the bombings of Operation Hellfire finally reached it's climax. In the middle of the night after midnight, the east of Greenland along with the southeast was filled with more reports of bombings. Missiles started emerging from the thought empty waves, and filling the night sky with the lights from underneath multiple missiles. The home of the Rising Empire was under siege by the rest of the Imperial submarine fleet. 3 Oscar submarines and 2 Borei submarines. They were there on more personal business than the rest of the bombings. Their targets were unique slightly, in the way that they were intentionally attempting to throw Greenland into a vast crippling depression. They targeted primarily Naval bases to guarantee their destruction, but also various targets deep inland related to military facilities and the previous capital building. The submarines kept 3 missiles each between the Oscars for taking out Airforce bases, doing this to take out their air resistance or at least render the fields worthless to all but VTOL aircraft. They would begin actively hunting any straggling forces attempting to escape the destruction by sea during the time, and attacking them after making them believe they were in the clear. Leaving only a single military vessel intact as to tell the story of what happened there. Once their work had been done, they would begin to leave scattered and fade away silently in the night before a retaliation fleet could arrive. Out of all the 'fronts' in Operation Hellfire, Greenland was the safest of them all for the Imperials. Having already started arriving long ago, and waiting for the Borei submarines to group up before the bombings commenced. The lack of a defensive fleet to deter their stay being a key factor, that would only help with the Imperial's goal of taking down Greenland.


Estonia
Operation Neptune
The train disguise worked, as the Riser's never even attempted to stop the trains while they had the chance. 5 trains had entered past the border, and arrived to their destinations. One of these trains however stopped at the border, the very last train to have made it in. While the Riser's guard probably were expecting their Gallian allies to have shown up, what was unexpected to them had happened instead. The boxcars opened up their doors, and immediately came out a rain of gunfire from troops in varying stances, along with a man on either side of the boxcar engaging the border troops with a gatling gun. It was Imperial troops rather than their allies. During this time, troops would also be immediately firing at them from the boxcars through small hatches on either side of the boxcar that could also be used to exit from. Machine gun fire would also be coming out from the locomotive car in bursts. Unlike a normal train, the boxcars had enough interior armour added to them that would help protect the troops from small arms fire in return. A form of armoured "skeleton", with a wooden "skin" exterior to be believable albeit uncomfortable. Trains deeper in Estonia would either stop mid track or arrive at their stations, and the interior troops would quickly attempt to capture the area or regroup. They would begin setting up defenses as best they could, and staying near the trains for cover mostly. These trains having enough boxcars and other auxiliary cars to have held 1,000 men each train.

Meanwhile close to Estonia's eastern border, the built up Imperialist forces would emerge with limited numbers of their T-AMs. Along with them were BTR-82As, T-90Ss, and BMP-3s. They would begin to bombard the rest of the Estonian border with rockets and using 2 2S19 Mstas, trying to weaken it before the charge. This giving the Risers time to prepare for the Imperialist charge, while in the meantime the rest of the border with Riser Europe would see no action taken, and rather a large build up of defensive units instead. They were using PCHGs behind the lines to act as defensive gunships.

Franz Josef islands

A small detachment from northern star would arrive to the Riser-occupied sections of the FJL islands, comprising of 1 Poltava class missile carrier/cruiser/battleship, 4 Lider-class destroyers/super destroyers, 2 buyan-class corvettes, and 2 Nordic destroyers. Their job was to harass the territories, while also destroying coastal defenses and naval bases. There was nothing special about their armaments unlike Poltava-1's, but they could still provide fire support.

Scandinavia
Operation Frozen Resurrection.
The troops built up next to the Norwegian border would be ready. Along with their limited numbers of IHTs, they would also have normal BTR-82As that were reconfigured to deal with the possible environmental conditions to be expected. With the order of "Forward, march!" they would begin their assault of the Norwegian border. They were to be supported by a couple of PCHGs, but nothing more. Due to the vast destruction of the land back in the Russo-Nordic war, they believed that it'd be difficult to defend and even march in for anyone due to supply issues. The troops would have some Auxiliary vehicles travel with them containing canned food and large jugs of water, just in the event that wild life may not have returned to Norway. They were kept in the far back as to prevent their destruction.

Meanwhile, the Imperial Navy arrived. The main fleet of Northern Star was around eastern Norway, consisting of the RNS Romanov, Poltava class missile carrier Moskva Deliverance, 5 W-class ships, 7 Steregushchiy class corvettes, 10 Nordic destroyers, and 7 Lider-class destroyers. They would begin bombardment of the coasts of Eastern Norway bordering Russia, and then have their Warship-class vessels begin deploying boats for their infantry while having started using their batteries to bombardment the land. After 10 minutes of bombardment, 2,500 troops would land in Kiberg while being supported by the Airforce. Once securing Kiberg, they would begin fortifying their position as they waited for the invasion force down south to arrive. They would start setting up machine gun nests, sandbag barriers, and scattering missile launcher troops throughout Kiberg to help with defense from air and ground retaliation. After the landings, the fleet would begin moving northwest.

Elsewhere, a fleet of 7 Lider-class destroyers, 3 W-class ships, 14 Steregushchiy-class corvettes, 5 Buyan class Corvettes, and 1 Nordic Destroyer would be heading down southeast from Svalbard to group up with the rest of it's fleet in Scandinavia, before going about their rounds in northern Norway.

Riser - Siberian islands [Except the far east ones above actual Riser Siberia.]
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6 Steregushchiy-class corvettes, 2 Lider-class destroyers, and 2 Nordic destroyers would have been sent east to destroy Riser Naval bases, they would begin arriving together to start their rounds.
Kent

The rest of the Coalition

In light of recent events, the Socialist Union would begin investigations into the matter. Once the Union had completed a lengthy survey of the stations nearby and their people, gathering all the information including where they were at the time, they would have entered the maintenance tunnels and discovered blood. As they continued on with the investigation within that one tunnel, they would eventually encounter armed guards whom actively fired at them once turning the corner, forcing them back behind the wall. As the tunnel was within a neutral buffer that neither controlled, the act of firing upon the other violated the treaty regarding it. As the two investigators could hear the sounds of footsteps approaching them, they would begin running for their life back to Union lines as they were unarmed. Once arriving back to command after three hours, they would report their findings and misfortune. With a report stating that no personnel nor civilians were in the tunnels at the time, followed by a written brief statement about following events. "A GDR soldier was discovered in the neutral lines, having started engaging investigators immediately after sighting them." The report was then sent to the Union's head of foreign affairs, and eventually word having spread to Premier Aynsleyovich. In response, he had ordered the SU's military to be prepared for a potential war.

Events:
The current meeting with Vestan concludes with a return deal of Vestanian droids back to Vestan.​

The Russian great war begins as declaration of war is handed out to the new HRE.

The Great War begins as Russian missiles bomb Poland, Estonia, Greenland, Iceland, and Sweden.

Russian Imperialist troops begin their long march through Scandinavia and Estonia. As they commence the long bombardment of the Estonian border.

The Northern Star Hunter Fleet begins their rounds upon the Siberian Islands, FJL Islands, and Scandinavia.

The Imperial spies within the SU succeed in their plot to further increase SU tensions with the GDR.​

 

[Fishman Lord]

Stone Palace, Radium Hot Springs, Kingdom of the Rockies
"Well, they've finally done it. The Russians are going to get the damn Risers out of where they don't belong." "My lord, perhaps not entirely... the Risers have been where they don't belong since we first made contact with them. Even after their defeat in the Northern War, the peace forced upon us by the Eclipsians gave them our rightful territory in the north, with Ellesmere and the surrounding islands occupied unjustly. Perhaps it is time to end the occupation of your crown lands." The King looked at the map on his wall, the one that like all Rockian map showed Ellesmere as Rockian land, as it was intended by God. "It is time. You are correct. I will draft up the declaration, but for now send the northern troops to seize the islands. The Risers are busy in Europe, I doubt they will be able to retaliate."

In the north, the Rockian forces got the command and moved in. Faster than lightning, they ripped across the islands, and in hours Ellesmere was secure. It helped that it was so barren and remote, with only very few settlements. The largest town, really no more than a village, woke up to see the flag of the Rising Empire burning in the snow while the Rockian flag flew high and proud. The long-abandoned Rockian settlement of Port King Timothy was occupied by soldiers and declared the new administrative capital of the "Transitional Royal Administration of Ellesmere and the Surrounding Isles".

OFFICIAL ROCKIAN DEMANDS TO THE RISING EMPIRE:
1. All islands in the Northern Canadian Archipelago are to be acknowledged as Rockian territory, as they have been for over fifty years under the Treaty of Toronto and the Treaty of Yellowknife.
2. Any parties related to the Riser government or military are to evacuate the islands.
3. The unlawful segments of the Treaty of Portland, namely those sections pertaining to the Rockian-Riser war that were forced upon the signatories by the Eclipsians, shall be declared null and void and be replaced by the relevant segments from the Treaties of Toronto and Yellowknife, which acknowledge all former Canadian lands, including the Northern Canadian Archipelago, as Rockian territory.
4. The Rising Empire will take responsibility for illegally occupying Rockian territory for over five decades, and will issue an official apology taking responsibility for the Rockian-Riser War.
5. The Rising Empire will pay reparations to the Kingdom of the Rockies for the illegal occupation, equivalent in monetary value to the following: all profits made from resources from the islands, all profits from taxation of residents of the islands, all damage done to the Rockian military in the Rockian-Riser war, and additional payments for the illegal occupation itself.
6. The Rising Empire is to officially declare that it will never launch an offensive attack on Rockian soil or citizens for any reason for an indefinite period of time. An offensive attack will be defined by the Kingdom of the Rockies.
FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE DEMANDS WILL BE INTERPRETED AS A DECLARATION OF WAR BY THE RISING EMPIRE AGAINST THE KINGDOM OF THE ROCKIES, AND WILL BE RESPONDED TO AS SUCH.​

Kent

 

[Am Vya]

Царство України

Королівський палац, Київ(Royal Palace, Kiev)
Tsar Vladmir took a deep breath and stood up from his throne, making his way toward the balcony. He was accompanied by the heads of the military and the prime minister as he exited and was greeted by the crowds below. Cameras were set up all along the location, every news channel in Ukraine had gathered for this day, every news station in Ukraine was going to broadcast this. The Tsar stepped forward to the microphone and inhaled before beginning his speech.

"Soldiers, sailors, and aviators! Cossacks of the revolution and of the legions! Men and women of Ukraine, of the Tsardom, and of the kingdom of Crimea! Pay heed! An hour appointed by destiny has struck in the heavens of our fatherland.

The declaration of war has just been delivered to the ambassadors of The Risers and The German Republic. We go to battle against the oppressive and tyrannical regimes of the west who, at every moment have hindered the advance and have often endangered the very existence of the Ukrainian people.
Recent historical events can be summarized in the following phrases: promises, threats, blackmail, and finally to crown the edifice, the ignoble siege by the few states of NOTA. Our conscience is absolutely tranquil. With you the entire world is witness that Ukraine has done all that is humanly possible to avoid the torment which is throwing Europe into turmoil; but all was in vain. It would have sufficed to revise the treaties to bring them up to date with the changing needs of the life of nations and not consider them untouchable for eternity; it would have sufficed not to have begun the stupid policy of guarantees, which has shown itself particularly lethal for those who accepted them; it would have sufficed not to reject the proposal that the Tsar made during the revolution against the Risers.

But now all of that belongs to the past. If now today we have decided to face the risks and the sacrifices of a war, it is because the honor, the interests, the future impose and iron necessity, since a great people is truly such if it considers sacred its own duties and noes not evade the supreme trials which determine the course of history. We take up arms to resolve, after having resolved the problem of our land frontier, the problem of our maritime frontiers; we want to break the territorial chains which suffocate us in our own sea; since a people of seventy six million souls is not truly free if it does not have free access to the ocean. This gigantic struggle is nothing other than a phase in the logical development of our revolution; it is the struggle of peoples that are poor but rich in workers against the exploiters who hold on ferociously to the monopoly off all the riches and all the gold of the earth; it is the struggle of the fertile and young people against the sterile people moving to the sunset; it is the struggle between two centuries and two ideas. Now that the die are cast and our will has burned our ships at our backs, I solemnly declare that Ukraine does not intend to drag into the conflict other peoples bordering her on land or on sea. Odaria, Finland, Eclipse take note of these my words and it depends on them and only on them whether or not they will be rigorously confirmed.

Ukrainians!
In a memorable meeting, that which took place in Sevastopol, I said that according to the laws of Ukrainian morality, when one has a friend, one marches with him to the end. This we have done with Russia, with its people, with its marvelous armed forces. On this eve of an event of century wide scope, we direct our thought to the majesty of the Tsar which as always has understood the soul of the fatherland. And we salute with our voices the other Tsar, the head of great ally Russia. Strong and independent Ukraine stands up a third time, strong, proud, and united as never before. The single order of the day is categorical and obligatory for all. It already spreads and fires hearts from the Carpathians to the Mediterranean; Victory! And we will win, in order finally to give a long period of peace with justice to Ukraine, to Europe, and to the world.

People of Ukraine!
Rush to arms and show your tenacity, your courage, your valor!"

Східноєвропейський фронт(Eastern European front)

Artillery shells and missiles screamed overhead across the Ukrainian border into Riser occupied Europe, signaling the start of Operation Saturn. Within minutes after the initial barrage stopped Ukrainian forces stormed into Riser land, the war had begun and the plan to liberate Europe was in full swing. Trains that had been loaded previously rushed in from far eastern Ukraine to Riga and Minsk, deploying soldiers and equipment deep within riser controlled Europe and taking control of as much of the area as possible. On the main front the Ukrainians were pushing through with heavy armored and mechanized support, their objective was clear, to take hold of all of the Riser occupied mainland Europe and let nothing stand in their way, there would be no prisoners and no accept of surrender, they were to wipe every riser in the way of the campaign off the face of the planet. Ukrainian forces took control of every railway they could nearby and leveled every riser fortification, bombarding factories and places where the risers could retreat to.
Kent

Німецький фронт(German front)

As the war started in the north the soldiers positioned along the German border also received the orders, "Advance into Germany, push to Berlin!". With that the Ukrainian soldiers started up all the vehicles and started their offensive, launching minor bombardments of German military targets before pushing inward into Romania. Parts of the Ukrainian offensive had made it all the way to Hungary before Germany had managed to fully mobilize and launch a fierce resistance to the assault, the two armies seemed near equally matched and a stalemate ensued. Meanwhile helicopters buzzed over the newly occupied land, launching air assaults at German fortifications and defenses. Though much progress has been made early on the front is quickly slowing to a snails pace, the divisions are still advancing deeper into Germany.​

 

[Space_Kaiser]

Eclipsian Federation


International News

While peace was achieved in Japan, the same could not be said for the recent events surrounding the Risers. While Eclipsian intelligence had some evidence of a planned Russian invasion of Riser Europe, it wasn't fully acted on until they left NOTA and formed the Eastern Coalition with Finland and Ukraine. This action caused many members within the president's cabinet to outright condemn the Russians. However, the president told the nation to maintain composure and remain calm, stating that while the move was a shock to him he wished to respect the right of the Russian people as long as their actions don't take a step further. For a short while, it seemed like that the world peace may still maintain. This was proven false when the Russians, Ukrainians, and Finnish all declared war on the Risers. This lead President Lian to formally condemn the Eastern Coalition, stating that they are threatening the balance of peace and the Eclipsian-Russian relations may be strained forever. Meanwhile, the Eclipsian Federal Armed Forces were put on standby in the event of a war between the Russians and their allies. Still wary of the potential collapse into civil war, Lian only authorized the use of financial and arms support to the Risers and stated that any moves by the Eastern Coalition to block the goods sent from Eclipsian ports to Riser ports would be seen as an act of war and the federation will respond as such. In reality, Lian was only confident in sending a small sized force into Ukraine, as any other operation would be seen by the New Imperialists as the time to strike.

The next event, while foreseen, was a great shock to the nation. The Rockies took over the Northern Canadian Isles, and then issued an ultimatum towards the Risers. This move angered the cabinet, council, and much of the nation. In response, during a standard press conference with the press core, when asked by Eclipsim Today President Lian had this to say about the current situation: "Right now I and my team are monitoring the situation very closely, and worst case scenario is that we go to war with both the Eastern Coalition and the Rockies. With that said, I have already given my thoughts on the Russian actions and that their war with the Risers has now put the world on the brink of another world war. With the Rockies, their actions are the same, nationalistic and greedy to get what they can like vultures. Forcing the Risers into such ridiculous demands, especially considering that they are more than likely going to go to war with them anyways, is out-right disrespectful and unneeded. The Rockies have always been a nation of barbarians, people living in a country that still practices medieval laws. The fact that they hold public execution ceremonies, some of which on live television, only further emphasizes that point. While I had hoped to improve our relations in the second term their actions only further justify my reasoning to publically condemn them, as they truly are vultures and barbaric."

That short speech, was for the most part, uncharacteristic for the president. However, he said what most Eclipsians had thought about the Rockians for the past five decades. Their execution of Eclipsian officers, televised around the world, fifty years ago was still seared into the mind of the nation and while those officers were traitors, they did not deserve to die that way. Afterwards, the Eclipsian Government sent an official condemnation to the Kingdom fo the Rockies and cut off all flights and travels to the Rockies, and that any tourist currently within the nation must leave immediately.

Fishman Lord Kent Am Vya Kazami42 ​

 

[Kazami42]

Response To International Events

The Imperials would simply just watch the borders closely. Viktor did not care whether the Eclipse supported the Risers with arms or not. In a matter of fact, the Tsar was only pleased by this and saw potential in it. He did not know whether Ukraine would feel the same, but he would just let it take it's course for the moment. He was more interested around events concerning his sister, also seeing it as potential for the future. He actually considered sucking up to her enough just to obtain a few more men if necessary, though he did not know how to go about this.

The Call To Arms
Viktor would finally see it as time to bring forth the nail for the operation. The next set of events to enhance the offensives, and to help the Polish. He would request the Department of Intelligence to contact the nearest territory of a Vestanian party, that was guaranteed to arrive. Once making contact with Vestan Siberia, he would ask whomever was on the other side to relay a message for him to their officials. "We have finally broken the lines enough, and Ukraine now borders even more land towards Poland. We offer to you, the Kingdom of Varmandr Vestan, the chance to become first to enter the Polish borders. We offer free safe travel through Russian lanes and territory especially to reach the Ukrainian border along with resupply if necessary, and the fate of the Polish people will be yours. May your aim be true, and future bright." After that, he would end his message. This was followed by him eventually getting on the phone with Ukraine. He was requesting that if the Vestans enter Russia and arrive to the Ukrainian borders, to allow them safe passage through to Poland. This wasn't a demand and Ukraine could decline without consequence, but the Tsar was hoping that it would be allowed to further the war effort.
Am Vya Dominus Regum


Finland

With nothing bad to report from Finland so far, and the war effort going to favor, the Russians would continue their long removal of all Russian assets, arms, vehicles, and personnel from Finland. Those that had already left during the long march back to Russia would be turned to join the rest of the Russian reserve garrison, being placed among weaker garrisons to further strengthen them. They did not engage Risers in Finland as long as they did not engage back as a form of neutral ground.

Vestanian Siberia
Two large cargo vessels would have finally reached Vestan Siberia, but was odd as they were larger than what might be thought necessary to carry droids. Once the vessels landed, not only would the Vestans discover the droids as promised, but also barrels of oil and neatly stacked containers of metals. They would also have been informed by the Russian crews, stating that a personal gift from the Tsar was to be given to the Vestans to do as they please with. The only problem being that they did not know if the Vestans they spoke with actually knew Russian or not.
Dominus Regum​

 

[Kent]

The Rising Empire

Northern Canada
The Empire immediately acted seconds after the Rockies moved as it is within their expectations. Missiles were launched and the Imperial Fleets immediately attacked. The islands were already fortified so they could easily defend it. And with the help of the singaporean fleet, they can easily repel the Rockian navy as it was really effective placing it between islands.

The airforce and navy also launched their missiles along the Canadian coast.
Fishman Lord​

Imperial Waters
The moment the missiles were detected, which was seconds after it was launched, the navy and airforce immediately sent their own missiles to intercept. With the submarines revealing their location, they were immediately tracked and ships were sent to intercept the submarines, Quite a few submarines were destroyed as the fleet was spread all around the waters and immediately reacted. A few missiles managed to reach their target, but the damage was minimal as most of the missiles were destroyed.

A couple russian submarines were also attacked and destroyed the moment the Russian launched their attack as said submarines were already being tracked by the Empire. With some revealing their location, it would be very hard to escape as they are also outnumbered.

Some russian submarines were also destroyed in the baltic, norweigan, and other seas as they encounted the singaporean mines that the Empire requisitioned from the Singaporeans. It was the best mines in the world and they can be controlled. Invading fleets were repelled due to the mines and every attempt of removing them was futile as it would either detonate or move before they can disarm it.

There are four fleets in the norweigan sea, 3 being Riser Fleets and 1 the Singaporean Fleet. The Riser Fleet alone numbered to 70-100 ships. The Empire contacted the Singaporean Fleet to await for their decision. The Russians would be dreaming if they think they can get naval supremacy. They are also waiting for the Japanese fleet to arrive.
Alteras Albion

Two Fleets are still in North Sea. They began to move towards the Baltic Sea to reinforce the Fleets stationed there. The fleets in Iceland also remained in standby. However, multiple ships, choppers, planes, and submarines are spread out along the Imperial Waters to eliminate enemy submarines as soon as it is detected.

The Fleet in the Baltic Sea immediately retaliated and attacked the Russian Fleet. Not only were the russian fleet surrounded, they were also outnumbered. Missiles were launched from Finland, Sweden, Poland, Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. And if they retreat, they would cross the Gulf of Finland were more missiles would rain upon them. They can't easily come and go from the Baltic Sea as most of it is controlled my the Risers. Singaporean mines were also spread around and it was quite devastating for the Russian and Ukranian. There is virtually no chance of them getting out of the Baltic Sea.
Kazami42
Am Vya

European Borders
Surprise attacks were immediately suppressed as artillery shells and missiles began raining on them. The borders were long evacuated and fortified so the surprise attacks only did minimal damage. As soon as the russian and ukranian army made their advance, attacks were immediately launched. The airforce kept bombing them and the army repelling them from the lands. It was a fierce battle, but the Empire has the advantage due to them being long prepared.

Every time missiles were launched, they would immediately be intercepted. And every advance would be repelled. The Empire expended tons of resources to recreate the Maginot Line along the European Borders, but without flaws.
Am Vya Kazami42

Finland
The army there were already mobilized and immediately launched offensives along the Russian borders. But a large amount of troops are focused on advancing towards St, Petersburg and putting pressure on the city,
Kazami42

Estonia
Estonia was fortified to the brim. There are almost no civilians left in that region as they were already evacuated. The soldiers also received orders that they would repel the invaders and then push towards St. Petersburg to attack it in two sides. They also received orders to destroy or at least harass ships that would come from St. Petersburg or ships that would retreat to St. Petersburg.

With the Eastern Coalition's navy being suppressed, they don't have to worry about surprise naval attacks. The russians advanced, but the defenses remained sturdy. There are no holes and flaws and if they can manage to weaken a certain point, it would immediately be reinforced. Because of russia's advancing forces were suppressed, the troops behind the defensive lines attacked. They located the weakest point of the russian lines and attacked. With the support of the defensive lines, they will soon breach the russian lines and then begin advancing to St. Petersburg.

Call to arms
The Empire knew that they cannot avoid the war so they already made sufficient preparations and contacted multiple nations beforehand. The so-called naval exercise in the Riser waters was just a reason for the singapore and japan to send reinforcements and materials in advanced. In addition to that, they requested for Cascadian and the Eclipse Empire to help them defend against and destroy the invaders.
Space_Kaiser RIPSaidCone

Ukraine
Immediately after Ukraine made their advance, multiple explosives and gas bombs all around the cities in ukraine were set off. It immediately caused chaos around the country as they never expected this to happen. It was planted by the Riser troops stationed inside the Country in advance. The troops in the Ukranian base was mobilized and immediately attacked strategic locations before Ukraine could react. They first targeted Energy sources like power plants and also water sources. They then targeted warehouses for supplies and government buildings. The base also emptied out its missiles and launched it all around the country.

A large amount of missiles and troops targeted the Ukranian lines along the border of Belarus. They didn't expect that the enemy would come behind them. With that, the Riser troops grabbed the opportunity to deliver a hard blow to break the ukranian lines. They concentrated fire on a certain spot in the Ukranian lines and managed to breach it thanks to the help of the troops inside. Because of that, the main lines of ukraine began to crumble. The Riser troops then began to march on the Ukranian Capital of Kiev. The troops are also gonna swing the hammer to crumble other Ukranian lines like the western ones.

Because of the initial chaos by destroying the electricity and water source along side warehouses, the defenses of Ukraine weakened as their civilians were inciting chaos and diverting the attention of their paramilitary and military. The government of Ukraine would also take a massive blow because of this Chaos. With the gas bombs, more people are dying and the more pressure is the Ukranian government handling.
Am Vya​