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A Day Of Peace - The TSE-KSI Merger

Candain
Fiercewood
Werewolf Islands
Conglagateia

Etrius
Artaecus
The ashgard
Concordaia
Vacoul
Cenagrad
Atlantic Stegosaurs

15th May, 2157 | 15:50 KST
KSI Grand Parliament, Parliament Hall
City of Ivery, Solingarchi Confederation, AkFed Bloc
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Following a public announcement by the KSI High Parliament located in Ivery, the Kalranian Stability Initiative has voted unanimously to accept the Serene Ether's proposal, and has announced the integration of the Serene Ether into the Kalranian Stability Initiative as a Bloc. The Initiative's Representative in Ivery, Vittoria Iff, stated that the move was a "great step in the direction of Global Peace and Stability", and the Initiative has stated that such an event was sure to bring Kalrania ever closer to a better future.
The new Serene Ether Bloc would be integrated over the course of 6 months, and would find a capital in the Wolfinite City of Saint Petersburg. Documents are to be gathered and displayed to the Serene Ether's Representatives once readied, and the flag redesign request has been taken to the KSI High Parliament.

Throughout Ivery, flags of the KSI are flown alongside National Flags. From households and windows, flags can be seen draped down, along Embassy Row KSI flags can be seen next to the flags of various nations. In the sky, Ceremonial Fighter Jets can be seen dragging colorful clouds in the colors of the KSI over the City. The day is declared a public holiday, and all jobs and schools are let out early.
Across the Confederation, hundreds of millions - to various degrees - support the Merger. Across the Republics, many found a new hope for the future of Kalrania. For today was a new day of peace, a step towards a stable tomorrow.

RP - Very Well then
The stego nation sticks with this new norm. Besides all of that stegos hope that the KSI and SerEth fellas would be a great united faction, fighting for the most good and iradicate thereof any means of evil.

RP: The League Grows (Secret to all)
After returning from his meeting in Greater habrin; the nation would be formally included in the Nationalist League within the coming days and CIS Agents would be dispatched to the country to help the Prime Minister orchestrate a coup, and eventually prepare the nation for war

OOC: I'm gonna be afk for the next 2 days so I'm just getting this post up to free up an IC RP. I'll officially include Habrin in TNL and set them up for the war once I'm back

RP: Conservative and Republican Victories

With SAFP support increasing every day, the Communist advance would be completely halted. Soon after, Republican and Conservative forces would launch a counterattack with support from SAFP forces. Mostly SAFP tanks would pierce through Communist lines with support from mostly SAFP artillery and air forces. The vast majority of the infantry would consist of Makili forces, but a considerable minority of SAFP infantry forces would aid them in their struggle. Communist forces would be pushed back very quickly, losing the lands they had recently taken in a matter of days. The advancing forces would then push into Communist territory, but fierce resistance would force them to stop the advance and replenish their forces. This would give the Communists time to fortify their lines and prepare for future offensives.

When the Makili Civil War began, the Communist forces had the majority of their support from urban areas. As the front lines between the opposing forces settled, the Communists managed to capture much of Makil's industry. They would start to use this to their advantage, beginning to manufacture anti-tank and anti-air equipment en masse, as they knew that they would never truly be able to produce tanks and planes with enough quality or quantity to counter those of the SAFP forces. This plan would be relatively similar to Bánáthy's during the Hoschestani Civil War, which had been very successful. Meanwhile, the Communists would also contact the FASSR, wishing for aid in their struggle against their enemies in the civil war. The FASSR would reach back, stating their support, but also stating that any physical support they wished to give to the Communists in Makil would take time to get their due to their lack of a land connection with Makil, and the hostile nations in between the FASSR and Makil.

RP: Food Shortages

The territories under the FASSR had never been very industrialized. Much of the industry of Ansalonia was in the eastern parts. One of the primary goals of Solchevsky and the FASSR was to change this. To allow for increased industrialization in the FASSR, a policy of collectivization would begin to be implemented, as this would help fuel industrialization by providing more food for the FASSR's workers, and allowing for more exports of produce to help fund industrialization. As collectivization took place, certain farmers who had been wealthy before the civil war and who had become wealthy during and after the civil war would begin to be targeted. They would be considered enemies of the state by the government, especially those with numerous amounts of workers, and many would begin to have their land confiscated, followed by their execution, internment in prison camps, or various other punishments. Though the wealthiest were targeted the most, other farmers who were only somewhat wealthy were targeted as well. Farmers who weren't killed or imprisoned would then be put into collective farms, where food that wasn't consumed by the farmers was confiscated by the state and used to fuel industrialization. Though the state would give financial compensation to these farmers, for many, it wouldn't be enough to justify producing a surplus. This would result in the state setting quotas for how much produce they must confiscate, and many of these farmers would begin to lack the necessary amount of food to survive. Food shortages would begin to be rampant across these rural areas, bringing about the beginnings of a famine.

Meanwhile, the FASSR's policies of industrialization and technological advancement would go ahead. Using the amounts of agricultural produce under the control of the Solchevsky government, equipment and resources necessary for increased industrialization would be bought and shipped to the FASSR. Experts would be brought in to help facilitate industrialization in the FASSR. Factories and resources extraction operations would also begin to be built using the equipment and resources bought by the FASSR government.

The government would also see technological advancement as necessary for the continued expansion of the nation's agriculture, industry, resource extraction, quality of life, and military. Hearing about the merchants from Candain that had recently moved into Bianalia, a delegation lead by Zoran Petrović would be sent by Vladimir Solchevsky to find these merchants and discuss a potential exchange of technological information, as to help further the FASSR's technological progress. This delegation would be told to remain quiet, however, as Solchevsky wished to prevent the SAFP and other capitalist nations of Ansalonia from learning about his plans to advance the FASSR.

RP: Strange Illness Spreads

The strange illness that had recently been discovered in Ilmenia would continue to spread. Increasing numbers of cases would see people develop more severe symptoms, such as pneumonia. Some people would begin to be hospitalized, and some would even be in critical condition. However, scientists would also begin making discoveries regarding the disease. Many of these discoveries would occur in Hoschestan, where scientists would also discover that the disease was indeed caused by a virus, and that this virus was from a group of extremely contagious viruses. They would also discover that its main method of spreading was via particles in the air spread via coughs and other symptoms. Though common names such as the "Vampire Virus" had been formulated previously, these scientists would finally officially give it the name "Acute Respiratory Syndrome." These discoveries would also give the Hoschestani people more faith in their healthcare system, increasing the popularity of the current ruling party and its leader, József Szabó, in Hoschestan.

RP

Icewindia

The Foreigners...

The Kānthu were the first to spot the foreigners trotting around the Tori Steppes ontop of their four long-legged beasts.
At first, the Kānthu thought they were Sāān at first, thinking they were up to something when they noticed rifles, but that thought was quickly pushed away when they noticed more details about the said foreigners...
They were wingless, yet similiar a bit in shape, if not bigger...
And the beast were foreign, certainly not from the Steppes.

The foreigners have entered the Kānthu's hunting grounds, whom the tribe is fiercely protective over. To be exact, they were spotted by a Kānthu party of hunters equipped to hunt big-game preys, and were seen circling around the region to spot their hunt prey, but instead spotted the foreigners.

The ever fearless Kānthu decided to send two messengers-- one back to their camp, and one to dive down to meet the foreigners head on.
The rest of the party in the sky was quite of a similiar size to the foreign attachment. Eighteen are seen circling high above the foreigners up in the sky like vultures.

As it was per Kānthu culture, foreigners or any stray Tori underwent a mock duel with the Kānthu if found. And if the foreigners are victorious, or proved they are worthy honorable warriors, they can indeed pass through Kānthu lands unmolested.

Redpeppers wrote:

RP: Strings Attached

Aralim had to admit that the High King's reaction impressed him. Few placed under such pressure as the monarch would have been able to keep their reaction hidden as well as he did, and that took courage and self-control, qualities to be admired in a ruler. Whatever the High King's flaws, his bearing during times of hardship was not one of them. The High Council had no way of knowing how the High King would have ruled had war not torn up his country, but there was no going back now. They had agreed, and they would see it through.

"We are willing to supply government forces with weaponry, ammunition, food and medical supplies on a consistent basis. Additionally, our intelligence assets, limited as they may be, will supply your command with information on troop movements, foreign support and other combat-related intelligence, to whatever extend we are able to manage."

His eyes flickered to Virphine, who gave a reluctant, almost imperceptible nod. He looked back to the High King. "We understand that both sides are stretched thin, weary and that the losses on both sides are great. While we are reluctant to risk Redpeppersian lives in wars not our own, we have committed to the cause of stability. As such, we are willing to send a full-fledged legion, 50,000 soldiers strong, assisted by aircraft and a modest fleet to transport them. The fleet will remain close by to assist in whatever way it could. The Redpeppersian force will operate under a Redpeppersian Field Marshal, who will be in frequent communication with Concordaian command to ensure its actions are coordinated with your own."

He winced internally, though his expression was kept carefully calm. A fighting force of 50,000 was a full twelfth of the professional army of Redpeppers, and to send it away to fight in a war was a gamble indeed. Still, it was a necessary risk: firstly, the military was untested, and combat experience would aid it. Secondly, it would show Redpeppersian strength, bolstering the appearance of a healthy, strong military. Lastly, of course, because it was necessary. He well remembered the lessons he'd learned long ago, to always pick the side that most needs your help. His father's words still rang true: A desperate man must accept whatever deal he is given, no matter the strings attached to it. And he planned to attach a great many of those.

"Of course, you must understand that we cannot do this without cost, and we will require compensation in return. We understand the precarious situation you are in, and as such we are willing to compromise on the costs and to suspend negotiations on the debt and its terms until the conflict has subsided."

RP: The Drums of War

Alred Fafnir, Field Marshal of the eight Legion, could not help but feel pride on this day, as the warships entered the harbour. After fifteen years of hard work, he would be the first Redpeppersian commander in decades to command a full-fledged legion into battle. 50,000 well-trained soldiers, disciplined and battle-ready, supported by one of the few aircraft carriers remaining in the Redpeppersian fleets, escorted by several other warships. Fewer in number than most other armies, but strong and well-equipped, the Redpeppersian Armed Forces had not seen battle in decades. He knew that it was partially a test to see how effective their tactics were, and he was proud of the fact that he'd been chosen. One of the youngest commanders of his rank, Fafnir had shown his capability as a commander during each and every test he'd been given.

He turned to Hati, his second-in-command, commander of the first brigade. The man, for whatever reason, preferred to always wear his helmet; in the eight years they had served together, Alred had never once seen his face, it was always hidden beneath the black mask of his helmet. An odd fellow, but no less useful for it.

"Hati, what is the status of our troops?"

"The first six brigades are ready to embark, the others will be ready to move out in five hours. The navigators have been briefed, and the admiral has been informed. We are all set for our destination."

Almost ready to move, then. To Concordaia, to fight in a war not theirs. Alred had mixed feelings on that. When he signed up, he'd been an idealist fighting for his country, but he did not know why his men should risk their lives for a conflict they had no part in. He guessed it was some scheme or another of the High Council, but he'd never been much suited for politics. Someone else told him what to fight, and he fought. Lost in thought, he turned his attention back to the fleet. There was much to do still.

RP: Another Deal, Another Devil

Oliver couldn’t find any surprise in Aralim’s catch. Such a level of aid was well more than he expected, even considering the fact that he expected nothing. It only made sense that there would be a catch, a hook to ensure that this interaction would be one of quid pro quo. He could clearly see the workings of Aralim, not necessarily because he had a read of the Redpeppersian, but because of his own father’s mentorship. A key lesson he had been taught by the late High King was a warning to avoid such deals that seemed too good to be true, as those offering held sinister intentions more often than not. Yet he couldn’t bring himself to heed the lesson. He had already found himself deep in a complicated wave of trickery and back room deals, with the Blayredeshians and even his own government. What was another deal with another devil compared to peace that he might buy his people. Perhaps he might be able to justify the actions that would surely damn him.

“You have my and my people’s thanks High Chancellor. Your support is valued. And you’ve my guarantee that this favor will not go unpaid. It has been a pleasure.”

OOC:

My IRP population is now 2.5 billion. This will not change anything except my cities' size and military size.

RP: Establishing Ties Candain

Candain wrote:

RP: Establishing Ties

Having been greeted by the mayor and offered a room within one of its fine hotels the Diplomat would decline stating it would be more simple to say within their own cabin on the airship. Till the arrival of the Prime Ministers the Diplomat would get the following papers, digital forms, and proper translator software updates for the cyber sprites that will be present for the meeting. There was also the arrangement of the gift that would be presented to the Milenciano government while the main part was nothing more then a paperweight the other more wordy bits of it would be very beneficial.

After a few days of wait the mayor of the city arrives at the airship again to inform the Candain Diplomat that Milencianos Prime Minister Aria Tulipano will arrive in the morning of the next day if no further problems keeping the PM from arriving arise. He also suggests that the meeting will take place either at the PM's private office or in a secluded area of the cities famous flying gardens and forwards an apology of the PM for keeping the Diplomat waiting for so long.

RP: Launch of the Constellation

On September 7th, 2157, 17:33 Local Time at the Yellow River launch complex, a Rocket is seen blazing off from the launch pad, it is a two stage rocket with no boosters, a rather new line of launch vehicles, the Wolf-7 Rocket. It is a semi-reusable with only the first stage and fairing able to be recovered. It carries the first satellite Constellation that WISP has contracted from another nation, Candain. This launch consists of 60 small, lightweight, compact, foldable satellites that are being delivered to LKO, their exact purpose is kept hushed for now but many speculate to be a communications array for the moth country and KSI as a whole. The first stage and fairings were successfully recovered in the Akschoss Ocean for the Fairings and the core stage landing successfully on a Drone ship. The first batch successfully deploys on an inclined roughly 45° inclined orbit.

RP: Flight
As their inevitable defeat loomed, many of the reactionary leaders of the Browncoats took Blayredeshia's offer, including the 'president' Igor Smirnov, who fled with the majority of his staff in order to create a government in exile in Salis. With them fled the majority of the Browncoat's military officials, but of the armies that once threatened to bring Conglagateia into the fascist sphere, only a scant 30,000 soldiers managed to escape into Blayredeshia. The rest of the army in the west either surrendered in droves, scattered into the countryside, or, in the case of the most desperate, fled south into neighboring Icewindia. However, not all of the Browncoat leaders cowardly sought the refuge of their overlords. Martyn Svoboda, the stubborn butcher of Ulvangatar, knew exactly what the Blayredeshians had used the Browncoats for. When he was ordered by the rebel government to attempt a withdrawal from the eastern mountain ranges and to seek refuge in Tengerina, he had the representatives from Ulvangatar executed and their headless corpses shipped back.
On the first of August, soldiers from the 104th Motorized Infantry division entered Ulvangatar, tearing down the banners of Greater Conglagateia. Following them were militiamen from the Red Vanguard and a Xin Fael tank battalion from Fiercewood, who bore witness to the start of one of the most heinous episodes of the war. As the loyalist units easily brushed aside the scattered browncoat defenders across the city, the 104th confronted several groups of vanguard militiamen and demanded they surrender their guns. The few that did quickly had their commanding officers dragged away and their soldiers forcefully detained. Of course, the majority refused. They were killed to a man. Across the city of Ulvangatar, a chorus of gunfire echoed from its streets for several minutes. The Xin Fael tank battalion had been wiping up the remainder of Browncoat resistance in the northern half of the city. As they drove past the wrecked defenses of the reactionaries, they saw soldiers of the Republican Army looting the corpses of militiamen the foreigners had just been advancing with an hour ago. While they passed them, the loyalists dragged the survivors and had them face the wall. The socialists shouted at the tankers in a language none of them understood while the soldiers waited for them to pass, guns drawn and facing the terrified militia. When the Xin Fael left their field of view, they opened fire.
Meanwhile, in the east, Martyn's attempts to rally the remaining browncoats soldiers in the east failed miserably, and he was forced to withdraw into the mountains. As he abandoned the lowlands, thousands of rebels deserted and surrendered to advancing loyalists. Despite his withdrawal into much more secure territory, the traitor seemingly met his end in the mountains. His frozen corpse was discovered by advancing Candain sprites, shot six times through the chest. On his forehead was carved a eight pointed star, the symbol of Makhran's ANO. His remaining forces quickly splintered into multiple factions, with few remaining loyal to his original ideological ties. The others were the officers who had found themselves on the wrong side of the war, but were condemned nonetheless by the new rabid dictatorship that replaced the Second Republic. They quickly established ties with Gregori Makhran, on the condition the purge or repurpose the political officers who spewed rabid fascist propaganda to the browncoat soldiers. In pitiful desperation, they agreed. Makhran now had a much larger force in the homeland to await him while he slowly snuck his army through the mountain passes. The time for liberation was now.

Saint Shokai wrote:

RP: What's This?
An old wooden sailboat runs ashore in Sateroc. Aboard, there is a tattered Saint Shokaian flag and documents that state the crew's mission signed by Former Prime Minister Micheal and dated the 4th of February 2132. It's mission was to explore the world and form diplomatic relations with any new nations found. There is no sign of it's crew anywhere on the ship.

RP: Investigation

Minutes after the boat landed ashore, William Puoc had been notified. The military had taken the boat to the surface to investigate it, but all they found was a document and an old flag. The document will be investigated later, and the Saterocian government would notify the government of Saint Shokai about the old boat.

Sateroc wrote:

RP: Investigation

Minutes after the boat landed ashore, William Puoc had been notified. The military had taken the boat to the surface to investigate it, but all they found was a document and an old flag. The document will be investigated later, and the Saterocian government would notify the government of Saint Shokai about the old boat.

RP: Lost and Found
Upon receiving word that their long lost boat was found, cheers could be heard throughout the Capitol. The celebrations are short-lived as they find out the fate of their crew. Recovery is halted for the moment because of the ongoing war in the Sea of Pontricare, however the nation is still willing to send a diplomat to Sateroc to establish ties to each other.