Birth of Empires: An Age of Imperialism (OOC/Open!)

[Garwall]

Birth of Empires



An Age of Imperialism

Rain patters down on the stone square deafeningly, the buildings and streets surrounding it all but empty, devoid of all life. A small, ink-stained, drenched pamphlet collects in the gutter by one of the streets, its message of equality and change running into the sewage below. This is all that is left of the Age of Liberalism, and the sweeping revolutionary fever that had taken Europe, and the world, by storm just decades ago. It seems that for now, the Ancien Régimes of Europe have triumphed over the rising tide of the peasantry. But the ideas of freedom and the winds of change shall never truly be silenced, especially as the world begins to shift into a new age, this one not heralded by dirt-stained revolutionaries armed with muskets and pitch-forks, but by dust-covered explorers, armed to the teeth with modern military technology, carrying the banners of their countrymen on their backs.

While Europe begins to feel the last tremors of radicalism die down, a report arrives from a trading vessel on a far-flung voyage. Across the briny foam, the riches of Asia and Africa beckon. Nationalism is on the rise, as long-oppressed minorities witness for the first time that their masters have weaknesses. The world's leaders, equipped with the deadliest weaponry mankind has been able to produce thus far, prepare to forge a grand legacy for their people, and establish everlasting fame, while other nations prepare to take their place on the world stage. Maestro, choose your instrument carefully, and play on.

Guidelines

1. No godmodding, metagaming, or otherwise exploiting unfair advantages to establish total dominance in IC.
2. Respect other people, and solve issues peacefully.
3. Stay active, and enjoy. Just don't be a douche, basically.

How this is going to go down:

In Birth of Empires, the basis of diplomacy and policy will be based off of a ranking system that will categorize players in accordance to their colonial and industrial strength. Military strength is not factored in on your category, but will play a part later on. There will be four categories that nations will be fit in to: Great Powers, Secondary Powers, Civilized, and Uncivilized nations. These categories are not permanent, and nations may shift from one category to another throughout its existence.

Great Powers: Great Powers are the strongest industrial and colonial powers on the earth. Great Powers have either established a world-wide influence via a strong network of colonies, or have created total hegemony over their geographical area. Through territorial dominance, these nations have been able to draw in enough resources to build an unrivaled industrial base that makes them the highest exporter of manufactured goods. Great Powers generally come from Europe and Western Asia, and may have Spheres of Influence (see below) and colonies. Maximum of three/four.

Secondary Powers: Secondary Powers have distinguished themselves as nations worthy of merit, and through territorial expansion or colonization, have become rather self-sufficient. Industry is on the up, and things couldn't be looking better. Unless you are a Great power turned second-rate nation-state. In that case, things are probably quite bleak. Secondary Powers are often regional powerhouses, and can come from anywhere in the globe, but primarily come from Europe and the New World, possibly East Asia. May have colonies, and smaller spheres of influence. Maximum of five/six.

Civilized Nations: Civilized Nations are the bulk of the world's sovereign states. Perhaps they were once-great empires now fallen into obscurity, or only recently escaped from the yolk of foreign oppression. Either way, civilized nations are generally dependent on their larger, stronger neighbors for industrial goods and raw materials they may lack access to. Civilized nations can be subject to spheres of influence, and can only possess minor, closer-to-home colonies and cannot establish large overseas empires on their own.

Uncivilized Nations: These barbarous collection of "governments" can barely be called nations by any refined, civilized state. Lacking any major industry or modern military technology, uncivilized nations are in a constant struggle to survive against the tidal wave of imperialism and Western influences. Uncivilized nations must Westernize, or modernize, in order to build a modern industrial base and establish a modern army. Most Asian, African, and Middle-eastern states will begin as uncivilized nations, and will have to Westernize.

Spheres of Influence
An important part of maintaining your position on the world stage as a Great Power, or ensuring your sovereignty as a civilized or uncivilized state, is the Spheres of Influence. Each Great Power will be able to establish a Sphere, in which a country influences other less-powerful governments to support its senior country in foreign affairs, and trade within its senior country's market. Spheres of Influence can be expanded diplomatically, or by force/intimidation. If two countries both contest the same country for their respective Spheres, it is very possible for conflict to break out. Nations within a sphere of a parent country are not obligated to form alliances with said country, but the senior country is expected to defend the nations within its Sphere from aggression. If it does not, then this will be seen as a dishonorable act, and nations within said country's sphere can leave if they choose to.

In order for an uncivilized nation to Westernize, it will need to be within the sphere of a Great Power, steadily import foreign goods, and make the decision to accept Western influence within their nation. This can have a disastrous effect, as a period of severe instability will always follow. If an uncivilized nation is not careful, it could collapse in its attempt to Westernize and become a de-facto puppet state of its Sphere owner. Also, civilized and uncivilized nations in spheres will most likely import the large bulk of its military arms from its Sphere owner, and will be less enabled to produce weapon designs of their own.

Point System

You get 55 points. Spend them however you like in any of the following categories. If your population is over 100 million, you only get 50 points. If it's over 150 million, you only get 45; if it's over 200 million, you only get 40; and if it's any higher than 300 million, you only get 30 points. For the love of god, people, be reasonable with your populations.

-Industry: Your nation's capacity to produce important things like cars, ships, and airplanes. Out of 20 max.
-Agriculture: Your nation's capacity to grow food. Environment determines growing options. Out of 18 max.
-Infrastructure: Your nation's level of development, including highways, railroads, telephone service, etc. Out of 15 max.
-Happiness: Your citizens' satisfaction with your government. Is not affected by government type. Out of 10 max.
-Corruption: Your government's level of efficiency. Contributes to whether or not you can have a coup d'etat. Out of 5 max.
-Conscription: Your military's size. Each point in this category is +0.25% of your population. Out of 12 max.
-Training: Your military's level of training. Out of 15 max.
-Equipment: Your standard equipment (helmets, boots, winter gear, etc.) quality for your military. Out of 5 max.

Application
Please delete the parentheses and their contents after completing the application.

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NS Name:
Nation Name:
Nation Ranking: (Great Power, Secondary Power, Civilized, Uncivilized)
Territorial Claims: (Please describe in detail or post a map)
Colonial Possessions: (Leave blank if it does not apply)
Government Type:
Capital City:
Nation Leader/VIP Name(s):
Population: (Be realistic, please)
Military Population: (The higher the percentage, the weaker your economy)
Official Language:
Dominant/Official Religion:
Top 3 Exports:
Top 3 Imports:

Industry (?/20):
Agriculture (?/18):
Infrastructure (?/15):
Happiness (?/10):
Corruption (?/5):
Conscription (?/12):
Training (?/15):
Equipment (?/5):

Flag: (post link or pic in spoilers)
Alternate History:
RP Example:

My App:

NS Name: Garwall
Nation Name: Empire of Italy; Italian Empire
Nation Ranking: Great Power
Territorial Claims: Map.
Colonial Possessions: (See map) Italian Guyana, Italian Gold Coast, Italian West Indies, Italian East Indies, Protectorate of Tunisia, Protectorate of Mozambique, Principality of Zanzibar, Principality of the Kongo, Principality of Singapore, Italian East/West India.
Government Type: Imperial Directory
Capital City: Rome
Nation Leader/VIP Name(s): Chief Consul Francesco Veneto
Population: 40,000,000
Military Population: 800,000
Official Language: Italian
Dominant/Official Religion: No state religion; dominant Catholic.
Top 3 Exports: Timber, Rubber, Armaments.
Top 3 Imports: Coal, Steel,

Industry (?/20): 12
Agriculture (?/18): 9
Infrastructure (?/15): 6
Happiness (?/10): 6
Corruption (?/5): 3
Conscription (?/12): 8
Training (?/15): 8
Equipment (?/5): 3

Flag: Flag!
Alternate History:
The Italian Peninsula, once the seat of the grandest empire the world has ever known, has since sunken into obscurity as Europe was plunged into the Dark Ages. Two city-states would prosper and thrive, however, as the years went on. The Merchant Republics of Venice and Genoa became economic powerhouses, and exerted strong influence over their warring neighbors that constantly battled for control over the Peninsula.

During the 1600's, nationalism began to flare throughout the Italian-speaking peoples, many of whom had fled the constant bloodshed into Croatian and Greek lands, which were during various times occupied and controlled by the separate Merchant republics, who were busy establishing a global Empire themselves. After uncovering long-lost logs of voyages to the Americas by Norwegian and Viking explorers centuries ago, Italian navigators discovered the lands of America for the glory of Europe, and began to establish colonies all throughout the Americas, primarily to trade with the natives. These discoveries brought untold wealth and prestige to the Merchant Republics, who had formed a strong alliance during the early 1600's. A Pan-Italian movement shook the Peninsula, eventually culminating in the Council of Rome in 1655, leading to the Confederation of the Seven Hills, a coalition of Italian nations and city-states headed by an elected Monarchy. After relations between Genoa and Venice soured in the 1700's, the Confederation would fall into civil war and foreign occupation, its overseas territories being either seized or revolted for the most part. It would take a century to regain its strength.

During the Age of Liberalism, Italy was once again rocked by a Pan-Italian movement, this time spearheaded by Sicilian Monarchs, who had exerted control over most of southern Italy. A coalition of Northern Doges, afraid of losing their independence to the new self-proclaimed "King of Italy", Francis de Sicilia. A decade of warfare ensued, eventually leading to the northern Doges to triumph, capturing the last bastion of Sicilian power in 1842. Leading the army was a Savoyard Nobleman, who had occupied Genoa during the attempted siege by the Sicilian Kingdom, acquiring the title of "Doge of Genoa", thus becoming perhaps the second most powerful man in Italy. This Nobleman, Giovanni di Savoia, had consolidated most of the "Middle Kingdoms" centered around the central and lower-Northern sections of Italy through promises of gold and prestige to their respective Dukes and Kings. With most of Italy under his grasp, Giovanni united the two kingdoms of Sicily and Savoy, and demanding the loyalty of the rest of the Italian city-states, eventually culminating in the Treaty of Naples, signed in 1843. The end result was the creation of the Kingdom of Italy, with the patriarchal House di Savoia its official bloodline.

The Kingdom's political power was divided among three branches, in the spirit of the old Roman code of law: there was a Monarchy, an Aristocracy, and a Democracy. The Monarchy was the position of "King of Italy, held by House di Savoia, that oversaw the military and the approval of laws, as well as foreign affairs. The Aristocracy would be the Council of Doges, who elected a Grand Doge, who was in charge of all commerce and industrial production. The final branch was the House di Comuni, comprised of elected Representatives from each Province. The House di Comuni was in charge of overseeing the creation of possible laws and petitions to be sent to the Monarchy for approval, as well as watching over the welfare of the peasantry. The Royal Treasury was divvied among the branches as well, with 40% going to the Monarchy, 40% going to the Council of Doges, and 20% going to the House di Comuni. Years of slow overseas and diplomatic expansion later in 1858, the Monarchy had driven itself into severe debt by personally financing expeditions to colonize the interior of Africa, all of which failed due to natives and disease. A bloody and brutal attempt at reconquering the eastern coast of America also costed the nation its entire treasury, at one point. The Council of Doges and House di Comuni eventually decided to pool their money, forming the united Council of Citizens, with elected Provincial Governors holding equal power with the Doges. With their personal wealth, the Doges financed the Monarchy's debt, in essence buying the Crown of Italy. It is in this time, that the final tremor of Liberalism shuddered through Europe. Italy happened to be on the edge, when the tremor hit the fledgling nation full-force.

Peasant rebellions shook the Kingdom in Sicily and Naples, where Pan-Sicilian movements had been building for some time. The Monarchy could not muster the troops to put down the rebellions, with almost all of the King's treasury being de-facto controlled by the Council of Citizens, who had been influenced by Liberal ideas. The Doges mustered up their personal fortunes once more, and using the combined treasuries a large military was funded, essentially controlled by the Doges. The Army marched south, clashing with the Rebels, and putting them down in two months' time. However, during this time, Revolutionaries had essentially occupied cities in Northern Italy, one after another. The people, infuriated by the Doge response to the rebellions in supporting the Monarchy, demanded that the elected Noblemen be recalled and dismissed immediately. Their armies, being made up of the peasantry, were more than happy to make sure this was enforced when news reached the forces stationed in southern Italy. The Peasant-armies swiftly moved south into Rome, where at the barrel of a peasant rifle, the King was forced to sign a series of Crown Reforms reducing his own power. This Liberal revolt transformed once again into a Nationalist movement for Italy, sparking a new wave of "Italia Irridenta" movements. These came from a series of attempted foreign incursions into Italian lands. These Doge Armies soon marched from one side of the Mediterranean to the other, conquering and claiming states left and right, all in the name of "safeguarding Italy's borders". At one point, the Italian crown consolidated a large portion of the Balkans, but was unable to hold it. On the behest of the Council of Citizens, the Kingdom was soon reformed into an "Empire", with the Grand Doge position abolished, replaced instead by the "Consul" title. The Council of Citizens quietly abolished the Monarchy in 1888, finishing a series of Imperial reforms, leading to the abolition of the title of "Consul" as well, replaced instead by the "Chief Consul" of Rome.

Modern Italy is now a shadow of the Liberal ideas that originally prompted the reformation into an Imperial administration. Although the Council of Citizens still exists as the de-jure legal system regulating the Chief Consul, the "Upper House" of the Imperial Council can veto all legislation passed by the Council of Citizens, which it does often. Irridentist claims still exist on large portions of other nations. The Italian forces stubbornly cling to the Aegean and Ionian Islands, as well as Athens, with the hopes of reclaiming the rest of Greece and the Balkans. As new technologies arrive, hope of a greater colonial empire is at an all-time high. Although weakening on a world stage in recent years, the Italian Empire remains hopeful that it shall reclaim its spot as the strongest nation of Europe, hearkening back to the days where Italian armies marched from Spain to Constantinople, and from the Alps to Tripoli, scoring victory after victory. With a passionate and calculating Chief Consul ascending the throne in Italy, whispers are about of the final restoration of the title of "Roman Emperor", with the Crown of the greatest Empire that ever existed once again returning to its rightful seat in Rome.

[Len Hyet]

NS Name: Len Hyet
Nation Name: The Empire of Len Hyet
Nation Ranking: Great Power
Territorial Claims: England, Scotland, Ireland, Gibraltar and surrounding land.
Colonial Possessions: Florida, Mexico, Brazil, Panama, South Africa
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Nation Leader/VIP Name(s): Emperor James the IV
Population: (I assume this should be approximately 1815 levels?) 85.95 million
Military Population: 6 million (7%)
Official Language: English
Dominant/Official Religion: Christianity
Top 3 Exports: Slaves, Weapons, Manufactured Goods
Top 3 Imports: Cotton, Wood, Slaves

Industry (?/20): 13
Agriculture (?/18): 3
Infrastructure (?/15): 10
Happiness (?/10): 6
Corruption (?/5): 4
Conscription (?/12): 6
Training (?/15): 8
Equipment (?/5): 5

Flag: Here ya go
Alternate History: The Empire of Len Hyet as we know it today was founded out of the ashes of the territories of seventeen vying warlords, all of whom were brought to heel by the Iron fist of the First Emperor of Len Hyet, Richard Westin. We lack many accurate historical sources from the time, but according to popular legend Richard was the son of one of the most vaunted warriors of the least powerful Warlords. Least powerful is perhaps, a misnomer, for the seventeen factions were all almost equally matched. Richard's father taught him tactics and warfare, and at age sixteen, as was traditional, Richard began service to the Warlord. Almost immediately Richard was thrown into combat, and he relished it. His prowess, and legends thereof, grew to tremendous proportions. It was said he could slice a man in half with a single swing of his Claymore, and that he stood eight feet tall. From what we have gathered, he was actually far closer to five foot ten inches. Tall for the time, but by no means a giant of a man.
When Richard was eighteen he challenged the Warlord for the right to rule. After a bloody battle, which myth depicts as taking three days and three nights, Richard slew the Warlord and took his place. One historical source contradicts this popular myth, stating that the Warlord had actually grown fat and complacent, and died within minutes of the beginning of Single Combat.

After Richard took over the seat of Rule, he began to forge his Empire by conquest. One by one he conquered the sixteen other warlords, only banding together when there were but three rivals left. Richard dispatched them with almost contemptuous ease, and so set about founding an Empire which would last beyond his own death. The very first thing he did was to establish his lineage, taking a wife who later bore him five sons and six daughters. From there he set about solidifying his rule and establishing the Empire. The conquered Warlords became Lords in truth, with titles lands and responsibilities to the people. He instigated trade with the main continent of Europe, and set about building a massive fleet, with which he began wars of conquest which according to accurate historical sources, lasted far beyond his death.

For the next hundred years the wars of conquest waged, ceasing only with the first Empress of Len Hyet's ascension to the throne. Her father, Richard the IV, died prematurely, and had no sons. Thus, Elaine the First was the only possible choice to take the throne. She ended the wars and brought about the First Golden Age of Len Hyet. The Empire flourished. Trade began anew with all the surrounding nations. Ships flying the flag of the Empire sailed all the seven seas, and docked at ports so far away as to bring home the most exotic of items. The First Golden Age lasted for fifty years, and through the reign of Elaine the First, Elaine the Second, and ended abruptly during the rule of John the Second. Wars began again, and it was during this time that Len Hyet established it's majority of overseas colonies.

The wars ended, but for the next three hundred and twelve years, through a long list of Emperor's and Empresses, never again did Len Hyet achieve such political and economical dominance and prosperity. Then, Emperor Wesley the Sixth ascended to the throne. Through his revolutionary policies and the signing of the Cartam Legis, a document which affirmed the rights of the Common man, established a Parliament, and severely curtailed the power of the throne, Len Hyet once again became a dominant force and entered it's Second Golden Age. This age lasted two hundred and six years officially, through the reign of Wesley the Seventh and his son James the Fifth, into the reign of Emperor John the Fourth, an event which from then on cursed the name John. A tyrant, he reigned terribly and attempted to repeal Cartam Legis, only stopped by a coalition of the Lords, who replaced John with his brother, Brant. He became Emperor Brant the First, and ruled well, and the lineage of Emperor Brant has continued to this day. During Brant's reign a war with a mainland nation netted the Empire Gibraltar and it's surrounding lands. Since then, Len Hyet has spent large sums of money turning it into a fortress, with massive guns that command the straight.
RP Example: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=200184

[Benutanairan]

Oh Good lord well app incoming anyway.

[Kubrath]

Note:I understand that this is a pre-II World War RP, so the nation of my choice will coincide more or less with the realistic statistics of that nation around that time. Sorry for any misunderstandings.
NS Name: Kubrath
Nation Name: Kingdom of Bulgaria
Nation Ranking: Civilized
Territorial Claims:

Colonial Possessions:
Government Type: Monarchy
Nation Leader/VIP Name(s): Czar Boris III
Population: 6,200,000
Military Population: 20,000
Official Language: Bulgarian
Dominant/Official Religion: Orthodox Christianity
Top 3 Exports: Agricultural produce, Industrial products, Construction products
Top 3 Imports: Industrial products, Industrial material, Military equipment

Industry (9/20):
Agriculture (10/18):
Infrastructure (7/15):
Happiness (7/10):
Corruption (2/5):
Conscription (2/12):
Training (15/15):
Equipment (3/5):

Flag:

Alternate History: TBD (Note: the territorial claims will be inconsistent with the actual territory of Bulgaria during that period. Territorial province added: Silistra.)
RP Example: Here, here, and also here.

[Len Hyet]

Note:I understand that this is a pre-II World War RP, so the nation of my choice will coincide more or less with the realistic statistics of that nation around that time. Sorry for any misunderstandings.
NS Name: Kubrath
Nation Name: Kingdom of Bulgaria
Nation Ranking: Civilized
Territorial Claims:

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Colonial Possessions:
Government Type: Monarchy
Nation Leader/VIP Name(s): Czar Boris III
Population: 6,200,000
Military Population: 20,000
Official Language: Bulgarian
Dominant/Official Religion: Orthodox Christianity
Top 3 Exports: Agricultural produce, Industrial products, Construction products
Top 3 Imports: Industrial products, Industrial material, Military equipment

Industry (9/20):
Agriculture (12/18):
Infrastructure (7/15):
Happiness (7/10):
Corruption (0/5):
Conscription (2/12):
Training (15/15):
Equipment (3/5):

Flag:

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Alternate History: TBD
RP Example: Here, here, and also here.

Just because I'm not certain you understand, the Corruption bit, the more points you put into it, the LESS corrupt you are. So you are currently somewhere between Mexico and Afghanistan. Leaning toward Afghanistan. While discovering blood ties to Cuba.

[Neo Arcad]

NS Name: Len Hyet
Nation Name: Len Hyet
Nation Ranking: Civilized Great Power
Territorial Claims:
Land Claims: England, Scotland, Ireland, France, Spain, Portugal
Colonial Possessions: Florida, Brazil, Panama, South Africa
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Nation Leader/VIP Name(s): Emperor James the IV
Population: (I assume this should be approximately 1815 levels?) 85.95 million
Military Population: 6 million (7%)
Official Language: English
Dominant/Official Religion: Christianity
Top 3 Exports: Slaves, Weapons, Manufactured Goods
Top 3 Imports: Cotton, Wood, Slaves

Industry (?/20): 13
Agriculture (?/18): 3
Infrastructure (?/15): 10
Happiness (?/10): 6
Corruption (?/5): 4
Conscription (?/12): 6
Training (?/15): 8
Equipment (?/5): 5

Flag: Here ya go
Alternate History: The Empire of Len Hyet as we know it today was founded out of the ashes of the territories of seventeen vying warlords, all of whom were brought to heel by the Iron fist of the First Emperor of Len Hyet, Richard Westin. We lack many accurate historical sources from the time, but according to popular legend Richard was the son of one of the most vaunted warriors of the least powerful Warlords. Least powerful is perhaps, a misnomer, for the seventeen factions were all almost equally matched. Richard's father taught him tactics and warfare, and at age sixteen, as was traditional, Richard began service to the Warlord. Almost immediately Richard was thrown into combat, and he relished it. His prowess, and legends thereof, grew to tremendous proportions. It was said he could slice a man in half with a single swing of his Claymore, and that he stood eight feet tall. From what we have gathered, he was actually far closer to five foot ten inches. Tall for the time, but by no means a giant of a man.
When Richard was eighteen he challenged the Warlord for the right to rule. After a bloody battle, which myth depicts as taking three days and three nights, Richard slew the Warlord and took his place. One historical source contradicts this popular myth, stating that the Warlord had actually grown fat and complacent, and died within minutes of the beginning of Single Combat.

After Richard took over the seat of Rule, he began to forge his Empire by conquest. One by one he conquered the sixteen other warlords, only banding together when there were but three rivals left. Richard dispatched them with almost contemptuous ease, and so set about founding an Empire which would last beyond his own death. The very first thing he did was to establish his lineage, taking a wife who later bore him five sons and six daughters. From there he set about solidifying his rule and establishing the Empire. The conquered Warlords became Lords in truth, with titles lands and responsibilities to the people. He instigated trade with the main continent of Europe, and set about building a massive fleet, with which he began wars of conquest which according to accurate historical sources, lasted far beyond his death.

For the next hundred years the wars of conquest waged, ceasing only with the first Empress of Len Hyet's ascension to the throne. Her father, Richard the IV, died prematurely, and had no sons. Thus, Elaine the First was the only possible choice to take the throne. She ended the wars and brought about the First Golden Age of Len Hyet. The Empire flourished. Trade began anew with all the surrounding nations. Ships flying the flag of the Empire sailed all the seven seas, and docked at ports so far away as to bring home the most exotic of items. The First Golden Age lasted for fifty years, and through the reign of Elaine the First, Elaine the Second, and ended abruptly during the rule of John the Second. Wars began again, and it was during this time that Len Hyet established it's majority of overseas colonies.

The wars ended, but for the next three hundred and twelve years, through a long list of Emperor's and Empresses, never again did Len Hyet achieve such political and economical dominance and prosperity. Then, Emperor Wesley the Sixth ascended to the throne. Through his revolutionary policies and the signing of the Cartam Legis, a document which affirmed the rights of the Common man, established a Parliament, and severely curtailed the power of the throne, Len Hyet once again became a dominant force and entered it's Second Golden Age. This age lasted two hundred and six years officially, through the reign of Wesley the Seventh and his son James the Fifth, into the reign of Emperor John the Fourth, an event which from then on cursed the name John. A tyrant, he reigned terribly and attempted to repeal Cartam Legis, only stopped by a coalition of the Lords, who replaced John with his brother, Brant. He became Emperor Brant the First, and ruled well, and the lineage of Emperor Brant has continued to this day.
RP Example: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=200184

Wow, uh, no. I can't describe in words how much I hate it when people do this. Let me spell this out, folks: Taking all of Western Europe or all of the USA is a DICK MOVE. Don't do it. In fact, I would advise you take somewhere that's not even IN Europe or North America. It's an AWRP. You can make anything happen.

Mr. Hyet, I highly suggest that, as you seem to be new, you take a secondary power, and not a great power.

[Firstaria]

....WHY EVERY TIME SOMEONE DOES A GAME LIKE THIS ITALY GETS TAKEN!!! Porca peste, I was in Italia Region in NS, and we were 10, were are all this Italians coming from now....

Fine, I call for me the infamous 13 american colonies, please wait for the app....

[Kubrath]

I like Cuba. It was actually pretty corrupt back then, but I might be inclined to change it.

P.S.: I guess a 2 might suffice, but then again, knowing my country's history and the myriad of political reformations, coups and whatnot, it's way too much.

[Aldares]

*calls France and Prussia, if possible*

[Len Hyet]

NS Name: Len Hyet
Nation Name: Len Hyet
Nation Ranking: Civilized Great Power
Territorial Claims:
Land Claims: England, Scotland, Ireland, France, Spain, Portugal
Colonial Possessions: Florida, Brazil, Panama, South Africa
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Nation Leader/VIP Name(s): Emperor James the IV
Population: (I assume this should be approximately 1815 levels?) 85.95 million
Military Population: 6 million (7%)
Official Language: English
Dominant/Official Religion: Christianity
Top 3 Exports: Slaves, Weapons, Manufactured Goods
Top 3 Imports: Cotton, Wood, Slaves

Industry (?/20): 13
Agriculture (?/18): 3
Infrastructure (?/15): 10
Happiness (?/10): 6
Corruption (?/5): 4
Conscription (?/12): 6
Training (?/15): 8
Equipment (?/5): 5

Flag: Here ya go
Alternate History: The Empire of Len Hyet as we know it today was founded out of the ashes of the territories of seventeen vying warlords, all of whom were brought to heel by the Iron fist of the First Emperor of Len Hyet, Richard Westin. We lack many accurate historical sources from the time, but according to popular legend Richard was the son of one of the most vaunted warriors of the least powerful Warlords. Least powerful is perhaps, a misnomer, for the seventeen factions were all almost equally matched. Richard's father taught him tactics and warfare, and at age sixteen, as was traditional, Richard began service to the Warlord. Almost immediately Richard was thrown into combat, and he relished it. His prowess, and legends thereof, grew to tremendous proportions. It was said he could slice a man in half with a single swing of his Claymore, and that he stood eight feet tall. From what we have gathered, he was actually far closer to five foot ten inches. Tall for the time, but by no means a giant of a man.
When Richard was eighteen he challenged the Warlord for the right to rule. After a bloody battle, which myth depicts as taking three days and three nights, Richard slew the Warlord and took his place. One historical source contradicts this popular myth, stating that the Warlord had actually grown fat and complacent, and died within minutes of the beginning of Single Combat.

After Richard took over the seat of Rule, he began to forge his Empire by conquest. One by one he conquered the sixteen other warlords, only banding together when there were but three rivals left. Richard dispatched them with almost contemptuous ease, and so set about founding an Empire which would last beyond his own death. The very first thing he did was to establish his lineage, taking a wife who later bore him five sons and six daughters. From there he set about solidifying his rule and establishing the Empire. The conquered Warlords became Lords in truth, with titles lands and responsibilities to the people. He instigated trade with the main continent of Europe, and set about building a massive fleet, with which he began wars of conquest which according to accurate historical sources, lasted far beyond his death.

For the next hundred years the wars of conquest waged, ceasing only with the first Empress of Len Hyet's ascension to the throne. Her father, Richard the IV, died prematurely, and had no sons. Thus, Elaine the First was the only possible choice to take the throne. She ended the wars and brought about the First Golden Age of Len Hyet. The Empire flourished. Trade began anew with all the surrounding nations. Ships flying the flag of the Empire sailed all the seven seas, and docked at ports so far away as to bring home the most exotic of items. The First Golden Age lasted for fifty years, and through the reign of Elaine the First, Elaine the Second, and ended abruptly during the rule of John the Second. Wars began again, and it was during this time that Len Hyet established it's majority of overseas colonies.

The wars ended, but for the next three hundred and twelve years, through a long list of Emperor's and Empresses, never again did Len Hyet achieve such political and economical dominance and prosperity. Then, Emperor Wesley the Sixth ascended to the throne. Through his revolutionary policies and the signing of the Cartam Legis, a document which affirmed the rights of the Common man, established a Parliament, and severely curtailed the power of the throne, Len Hyet once again became a dominant force and entered it's Second Golden Age. This age lasted two hundred and six years officially, through the reign of Wesley the Seventh and his son James the Fifth, into the reign of Emperor John the Fourth, an event which from then on cursed the name John. A tyrant, he reigned terribly and attempted to repeal Cartam Legis, only stopped by a coalition of the Lords, who replaced John with his brother, Brant. He became Emperor Brant the First, and ruled well, and the lineage of Emperor Brant has continued to this day.
RP Example: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=200184

Wow, uh, no. I can't describe in words how much I hate it when people do this. Let me spell this out, folks: Taking all of Western Europe or all of the USA is a DICK MOVE. Don't do it. In fact, I would advise you take somewhere that's not even IN Europe or North America. It's an AWRP. You can make anything happen.

Mr. Hyet, I highly suggest that, as you seem to be new, you take a secondary power, and not a great power.

God I am getting tired of the confusion. Bottom of my sig. Spetznaz Assault Teams. Founded in '10. Before that Benyamin, founded in '08.

Besides, like you said, this is an AWRP. I took FLORIDA for the US. And a chunk of Western Europe.

[Len Hyet]

*calls France and Prussia, if possible*

Hey!

Here, take France, I'll edit my app later.

[Firstaria]

For my story, I need a great power Britain-like who wants to take the role of the guy who hates me because I'm now independant. Who wants to be it?

[Aldares]

*calls France and Prussia, if possible*

Hey!

Here, take France, I'll edit my app later.

Thanks man, I appreciate it.

[Firstaria]

NS Name: Firstaria
Nation Name: American Confederation
Nation Ranking: Secondary power
Territorial Claims: Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Georgia, Connecticut, Massachusetts Bay, Maryland, South Carolina, New Hampshire, Virginia, New York, North Carolina, and Rhode Island and Providence Plantations.
Government Type: Republic, where every member of the confederation has his representative elected by the people.
Nation Leader/VIP Name(s):
Population: 20 milions.
Military Population: 8%
Official Language: English
Dominant/Official Religion:
Top 3 Exports: Grain, Iron, Wood.
Top 3 Imports: Construction materials, Weapons, Working Tools.

Industry (10/20): It's developing right now.
Agriculture (14/18): It's the nation main resource and income.
Infrastructure (9/15): Developing.
Happiness (8/10): Citizen are enjoying their not-so-recent freedom and growth.
Corruption (3/5): The government is highly trustworthy, but someone wants a central gov.
Conscription (3/12): War was recently over, and the nation doesn't feel endangered anymore.
Training (5/15): Not so old nation, not many wars fought.
Equipment (3/5): Recent, but still not up to date.



Flag:
Alternate History: TBD
RP Example: TBD

I'll leave this for later....

[Royal Britannia]

App is almost ready

[Firstaria]

App is almost ready

Do you want to be 100% british? I'm searching a major power as "enemy"...

[Garwall]

NS Name: Len Hyet
Nation Name: Len Hyet
Nation Ranking: Civilized Great Power
Territorial Claims:
Land Claims: England, Scotland, Ireland, Spain, Portugal
Colonial Possessions: Florida, Brazil, Panama, South Africa
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Nation Leader/VIP Name(s): Emperor James the IV
Population: (I assume this should be approximately 1815 levels?) 85.95 million
Military Population: 6 million (7%)
Official Language: English
Dominant/Official Religion: Christianity
Top 3 Exports: Slaves, Weapons, Manufactured Goods
Top 3 Imports: Cotton, Wood, Slaves

Industry (?/20): 13
Agriculture (?/18): 3
Infrastructure (?/15): 10
Happiness (?/10): 6
Corruption (?/5): 4
Conscription (?/12): 6
Training (?/15): 8
Equipment (?/5): 5

Flag: Here ya go
Alternate History: The Empire of Len Hyet as we know it today was founded out of the ashes of the territories of seventeen vying warlords, all of whom were brought to heel by the Iron fist of the First Emperor of Len Hyet, Richard Westin. We lack many accurate historical sources from the time, but according to popular legend Richard was the son of one of the most vaunted warriors of the least powerful Warlords. Least powerful is perhaps, a misnomer, for the seventeen factions were all almost equally matched. Richard's father taught him tactics and warfare, and at age sixteen, as was traditional, Richard began service to the Warlord. Almost immediately Richard was thrown into combat, and he relished it. His prowess, and legends thereof, grew to tremendous proportions. It was said he could slice a man in half with a single swing of his Claymore, and that he stood eight feet tall. From what we have gathered, he was actually far closer to five foot ten inches. Tall for the time, but by no means a giant of a man.
When Richard was eighteen he challenged the Warlord for the right to rule. After a bloody battle, which myth depicts as taking three days and three nights, Richard slew the Warlord and took his place. One historical source contradicts this popular myth, stating that the Warlord had actually grown fat and complacent, and died within minutes of the beginning of Single Combat.

After Richard took over the seat of Rule, he began to forge his Empire by conquest. One by one he conquered the sixteen other warlords, only banding together when there were but three rivals left. Richard dispatched them with almost contemptuous ease, and so set about founding an Empire which would last beyond his own death. The very first thing he did was to establish his lineage, taking a wife who later bore him five sons and six daughters. From there he set about solidifying his rule and establishing the Empire. The conquered Warlords became Lords in truth, with titles lands and responsibilities to the people. He instigated trade with the main continent of Europe, and set about building a massive fleet, with which he began wars of conquest which according to accurate historical sources, lasted far beyond his death.

For the next hundred years the wars of conquest waged, ceasing only with the first Empress of Len Hyet's ascension to the throne. Her father, Richard the IV, died prematurely, and had no sons. Thus, Elaine the First was the only possible choice to take the throne. She ended the wars and brought about the First Golden Age of Len Hyet. The Empire flourished. Trade began anew with all the surrounding nations. Ships flying the flag of the Empire sailed all the seven seas, and docked at ports so far away as to bring home the most exotic of items. The First Golden Age lasted for fifty years, and through the reign of Elaine the First, Elaine the Second, and ended abruptly during the rule of John the Second. Wars began again, and it was during this time that Len Hyet established it's majority of overseas colonies.

The wars ended, but for the next three hundred and twelve years, through a long list of Emperor's and Empresses, never again did Len Hyet achieve such political and economical dominance and prosperity. Then, Emperor Wesley the Sixth ascended to the throne. Through his revolutionary policies and the signing of the Cartam Legis, a document which affirmed the rights of the Common man, established a Parliament, and severely curtailed the power of the throne, Len Hyet once again became a dominant force and entered it's Second Golden Age. This age lasted two hundred and six years officially, through the reign of Wesley the Seventh and his son James the Fifth, into the reign of Emperor John the Fourth, an event which from then on cursed the name John. A tyrant, he reigned terribly and attempted to repeal Cartam Legis, only stopped by a coalition of the Lords, who replaced John with his brother, Brant. He became Emperor Brant the First, and ruled well, and the lineage of Emperor Brant has continued to this day.
RP Example: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=200184

I don't recall RPing with you in the past, so I'm not quite sure about giving away the Great Power slots to those I'm not familiar with. Also, taking up both the historical Iberian Union and Great Britain territories is far too much land, even for a Great Power.

Generally, large hegemonal Empires should be either restricted to their primary cultural territory that is fairly population-dense (with multicultural areas like the Balkans notwithstanding), or vast land-based territorial empires with lower concentrations of people, similar to Russia or some kind of Scandinavian Empire. There are a few exceptions, such as China and the Balkans, where these factors don't necessarily apply. Generally, larger populations tend to demand more points for agriculture/infrastructure, and less points in conscription/training.

[Len Hyet]

NS Name: Len Hyet
Nation Name: Len Hyet
Nation Ranking: Civilized Great Power
Territorial Claims:
Land Claims: England, Scotland, Ireland, Spain, Portugal
Colonial Possessions: Florida, Brazil, Panama, South Africa
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Nation Leader/VIP Name(s): Emperor James the IV
Population: (I assume this should be approximately 1815 levels?) 85.95 million
Military Population: 6 million (7%)
Official Language: English
Dominant/Official Religion: Christianity
Top 3 Exports: Slaves, Weapons, Manufactured Goods
Top 3 Imports: Cotton, Wood, Slaves

Industry (?/20): 13
Agriculture (?/18): 3
Infrastructure (?/15): 10
Happiness (?/10): 6
Corruption (?/5): 4
Conscription (?/12): 6
Training (?/15): 8
Equipment (?/5): 5

Flag: Here ya go
Alternate History: The Empire of Len Hyet as we know it today was founded out of the ashes of the territories of seventeen vying warlords, all of whom were brought to heel by the Iron fist of the First Emperor of Len Hyet, Richard Westin. We lack many accurate historical sources from the time, but according to popular legend Richard was the son of one of the most vaunted warriors of the least powerful Warlords. Least powerful is perhaps, a misnomer, for the seventeen factions were all almost equally matched. Richard's father taught him tactics and warfare, and at age sixteen, as was traditional, Richard began service to the Warlord. Almost immediately Richard was thrown into combat, and he relished it. His prowess, and legends thereof, grew to tremendous proportions. It was said he could slice a man in half with a single swing of his Claymore, and that he stood eight feet tall. From what we have gathered, he was actually far closer to five foot ten inches. Tall for the time, but by no means a giant of a man.
When Richard was eighteen he challenged the Warlord for the right to rule. After a bloody battle, which myth depicts as taking three days and three nights, Richard slew the Warlord and took his place. One historical source contradicts this popular myth, stating that the Warlord had actually grown fat and complacent, and died within minutes of the beginning of Single Combat.

After Richard took over the seat of Rule, he began to forge his Empire by conquest. One by one he conquered the sixteen other warlords, only banding together when there were but three rivals left. Richard dispatched them with almost contemptuous ease, and so set about founding an Empire which would last beyond his own death. The very first thing he did was to establish his lineage, taking a wife who later bore him five sons and six daughters. From there he set about solidifying his rule and establishing the Empire. The conquered Warlords became Lords in truth, with titles lands and responsibilities to the people. He instigated trade with the main continent of Europe, and set about building a massive fleet, with which he began wars of conquest which according to accurate historical sources, lasted far beyond his death.

For the next hundred years the wars of conquest waged, ceasing only with the first Empress of Len Hyet's ascension to the throne. Her father, Richard the IV, died prematurely, and had no sons. Thus, Elaine the First was the only possible choice to take the throne. She ended the wars and brought about the First Golden Age of Len Hyet. The Empire flourished. Trade began anew with all the surrounding nations. Ships flying the flag of the Empire sailed all the seven seas, and docked at ports so far away as to bring home the most exotic of items. The First Golden Age lasted for fifty years, and through the reign of Elaine the First, Elaine the Second, and ended abruptly during the rule of John the Second. Wars began again, and it was during this time that Len Hyet established it's majority of overseas colonies.

The wars ended, but for the next three hundred and twelve years, through a long list of Emperor's and Empresses, never again did Len Hyet achieve such political and economical dominance and prosperity. Then, Emperor Wesley the Sixth ascended to the throne. Through his revolutionary policies and the signing of the Cartam Legis, a document which affirmed the rights of the Common man, established a Parliament, and severely curtailed the power of the throne, Len Hyet once again became a dominant force and entered it's Second Golden Age. This age lasted two hundred and six years officially, through the reign of Wesley the Seventh and his son James the Fifth, into the reign of Emperor John the Fourth, an event which from then on cursed the name John. A tyrant, he reigned terribly and attempted to repeal Cartam Legis, only stopped by a coalition of the Lords, who replaced John with his brother, Brant. He became Emperor Brant the First, and ruled well, and the lineage of Emperor Brant has continued to this day.
RP Example: viewtopic.php?f=31&t=200184

I don't recall RPing with you in the past, so I'm not quite sure about giving away the Great Power slots to those I'm not familiar with. Also, taking up both the historical Iberian Union and Great Britain territories is far too much land, even for a Great Power.

I was known as Spetznaz Assault Teams? Lets see... Firstaria, Royal Britannia, Aldares, and Beautinarian can vouch for me. Normally I'd include Neo Arcad as well, but he seems snippy today.

How about I give up a colony, say Florida? To keep the Iberian Union.

[Firstaria]

I don't recall RPing with you in the past, so I'm not quite sure about giving away the Great Power slots to those I'm not familiar with. Also, taking up both the historical Iberian Union and Great Britain territories is far too much land, even for a Great Power.

I was known as Spetznaz Assault Teams? Lets see... Firstaria, Royal Britannia, Aldares, and Beautinarian can vouch for me. Normally I'd include Neo Arcad as well, but he seems snippy today.

How about I give up a colony, say Florida? To keep the Iberian Union.

Only if you show you ARE Spez. You know, no offense, just to be sure you are not a jerk who uses someone else's name....

[Garwall]

I don't recall RPing with you in the past, so I'm not quite sure about giving away the Great Power slots to those I'm not familiar with. Also, taking up both the historical Iberian Union and Great Britain territories is far too much land, even for a Great Power.

I was known as Spetznaz Assault Teams? Lets see... Firstaria, Royal Britannia, Aldares, and Beautinarian can vouch for me. Normally I'd include Neo Arcad as well, but he seems snippy today.

How about I give up a colony, say Florida? To keep the Iberian Union.

Why not a British-Irish-Portuguese Empire? That way, Spain can still be played. I'd like to see a Moor-dominated Iberia, with Portugal surviving as the fringe nation that survived only because of British intervention.

[Len Hyet]

I was known as Spetznaz Assault Teams? Lets see... Firstaria, Royal Britannia, Aldares, and Beautinarian can vouch for me. Normally I'd include Neo Arcad as well, but he seems snippy today.

How about I give up a colony, say Florida? To keep the Iberian Union.

Only if you show you ARE Spez. You know, no offense, just to be sure you are not a jerk who uses someone else's name....

Hm... now that's a tricky one... Hm... AHA! I got it!

Be right back

[Spetznaz Assault Teams]

Tis I! Spetz!

And yes, Len is me and I am Len. Toodles!

[Garwall]

....WHY EVERY TIME SOMEONE DOES A GAME LIKE THIS ITALY GETS TAKEN!!! Porca peste, I was in Italia Region in NS, and we were 10, were are all this Italians coming from now....

Fine, I call for me the infamous 13 american colonies, please wait for the app....

I will gladly switch, if you really want Italy. I have a few other ideas, like a Scandinavian colonial/Industrial power. I really do want to explore a history where Sweden/Swedish successor state maintains its superpower status and doesn't lose its overseas colonies to the Netherlands, but instead expands them respectively.

Tis I! Spetz!

And yes, Len is me and I am Len. Toodles!

..Welp, guess that solves that issue.

[Firstaria]

....WHY EVERY TIME SOMEONE DOES A GAME LIKE THIS ITALY GETS TAKEN!!! Porca peste, I was in Italia Region in NS, and we were 10, were are all this Italians coming from now....

Fine, I call for me the infamous 13 american colonies, please wait for the app....

I will gladly switch, if you really want Italy. I have a few other ideas, like a Scandinavian colonial/Industrial power. I really do want to explore a history where Sweden/Swedish successor state maintains its superpower status and doesn't lose its overseas colonies to the Netherlands, but instead expands them respectively.

No thank you...but you can be the major power who had me as a colony and then we rebelled, so I can complete my story. Ok?

[Len Hyet]

I'm adding that to my sig I would think.