Note: I've only played Tropico 3, and the following RP, while inspired by that game, is not 100% dedicated to the content of the Tropico series. Creative liberties have been taken. What you should expect from this RP is a plot driven by the actions of our soon to be elected Presidente- where that players actions will reverberate in ways perhaps unintended. You can expect various sub-plots around political factions, and the characters who make up those factions. If you are someone who'd leave the RP after loosing the election, then know that you'll be missing out on quite a bit.
TROPICO: HOLA PRESIDENTE!
=A Politically Charged Character Based RP=
Tropico is an island nation located in the Caribbean off the coast of Mexico. The Mayan ruins found in the nation's lush forests are a testimony of it's native people long ago enslaved by Conquistadors. Tropico's progression to independence from the Spanish crown was the first of many revolutions to have taken place on the island state. For a time, it was the Kingdom of Tropico, until a Booze Baron and fellow conspirators rebelled against the monarch, and established the Republic of Tropico. Tropico is thus known as the 'lost territory' by some US Historians as another revolution saw the new republic toppled. The turbulent times that followed set in motion the nation's current system of Imperial Presidency- combining the principle of representative democracy with monarchist efficiency. Those turbulent times also instilled a proud tradition of violent uprising in order to dispose a dictator who deserves it.
Following the sudden death of the former presidente, an emergency election was held in the year 1950. Winning by 50% of the vote, Giovanni Berneschi, a capitalist with plans to transform this island into a paradise full of resorts, and good living, has been elected Presidente. Can Giovanni Berneschi guide this nation out of it's current impoverished state or will his support wane from 50% to Zilch quicker then one can shout 'Viva La Revolution!' Despite what the polls say most of the government of the former Presidente was Communist, or at least pretended to be so- the USSR will not be pleased with this Capitalist victory. But, perhaps the island can find an ally in the US of A?
=A Politically Charged Character Based RP=
Tropico is an island nation located in the Caribbean off the coast of Mexico. The Mayan ruins found in the nation's lush forests are a testimony of it's native people long ago enslaved by Conquistadors. Tropico's progression to independence from the Spanish crown was the first of many revolutions to have taken place on the island state. For a time, it was the Kingdom of Tropico, until a Booze Baron and fellow conspirators rebelled against the monarch, and established the Republic of Tropico. Tropico is thus known as the 'lost territory' by some US Historians as another revolution saw the new republic toppled. The turbulent times that followed set in motion the nation's current system of Imperial Presidency- combining the principle of representative democracy with monarchist efficiency. Those turbulent times also instilled a proud tradition of violent uprising in order to dispose a dictator who deserves it.
Following the sudden death of the former presidente, an emergency election was held in the year 1950. Winning by 50% of the vote, Giovanni Berneschi, a capitalist with plans to transform this island into a paradise full of resorts, and good living, has been elected Presidente. Can Giovanni Berneschi guide this nation out of it's current impoverished state or will his support wane from 50% to Zilch quicker then one can shout 'Viva La Revolution!' Despite what the polls say most of the government of the former Presidente was Communist, or at least pretended to be so- the USSR will not be pleased with this Capitalist victory. But, perhaps the island can find an ally in the US of A?
Politics
Tropico recognizes three political parties in the year 1950. Candidates may run with backing from one of these three, or as an independent. Each party has it's own Party election to determine who will represent them in the Presidential Election. As with any election anyone may vote on the party's presidential candidate- even none party members.
Capitalists
The Capitalist party of Tropico is pro-US, pro-Democaracy, and all for the expansion of upper class attractions. It's current platform is improving US relations, and the island's industry. It's main push this year is privatization- as all agriculture and industry on the island is currently owned by the government.
Communists
The Communist Party of Tropico is a USSR supported political movement whose current platform pushes for better housing, healthcare, and the establishment of Social Security-which Tropico currently lacks. They have a slight upper hand as this was the party from which our former president was elected into office.
Fascists
The Fascist Party of Tropico has surprisingly survived the 1940s and is thus able to run in this year's election. The party is highly nationalistic, and will see to it that 'Tropico First' is the nation's motto. They wish to avoid alliance with either superpower, and to guarantee Tropico's continued independence by way of militarization, and the invigoration of nationalism via indoctrination, and victory in the coming Pan-Caribbean Games.
Current Presidente
Capitalist - Giovanni Berneschi - Yuzhou
=Current Situation and Pressing Issues=
Adequate Food for the Populace
Poor Healthcare
Inadequate Housing
National Treasury is in the Negative
Naval Patrols of the United States Navy have been sighted close to Tropican waters
Military has not been modernized and is of a statistically inadequate number of troops
=Economy=
Building Permits: NO
Free Housing: NO
Mardi Gras: NO (It's working for Rio it might work for us)
Pan-Carribbean Games: NO (Requires a Sports Complex)
Pollution Standards: NO
Privatization: NO
Tax Cut: NO
=Foreign Policy=
Alliance with the US: NO (Negative Relationship)
Alliance with the USSR: NO (Neutral Relationship)
Nuclear Testing: NO
Humanitarian Aid: NO
=National Security=
Conscription: NO
Martial Law: NO
Military Modernization: NO
Secret Police: NO
=Social Policies=
Anti-Litter Ordinance: NO
Contraceptive Ban: NO
Food for the People: NO
Literacy Program: NO
Prohibition: NO
Same Sex Marriages: NO
Sensitivity Training: NO
Social Security: NO
Wiretapping: NO
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