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"Having spent her entire political career fighting against the status quo, for the good of the world, and for international peace; it was only a matter of time before the darkness began to fight back."
So, basically, this is an attempted military takeover, as you have read, but there are more details regarding this situation that have yet to be revealed-IC. This military takeover is being orchestrated by a handful of generals and admirals, after arresting most of the military hierarchy who they knew would resist, with cooperation with a particular terrorist organization that Queen Emmy and Imperial Esplanade has had an extensive history of fighting against in the past. The stated reasons for the military overthrow will be the following:
1.) Naively diminishing the military strength and might of Imperial Esplanade, particularly after its' predecessor state's bloody and war-torn history - thus leaving it vulnerable to sudden enemy invasion, is a threat to the well-being and security of Imperial Esplanade and its' citizens. Therefore, it is the duty of the military to overthrow the current monarch, and instill one who prioritizes the security of the state.
2.) Ensuring that Imperial Esplanade is brought from the shadows of society, and joining the rest of the Universe via unleashing the nation's economic potential. Her Majesty has deliberately neglected to tend to the economic security and well-being of the nation, instead preferring to focus her attention on environmental matters. We must unleash the engines of industry if we are to expect to compete in the international market.
3.) Queen Emmy is unfit for the role of monarch, she is too young and too naive to understand the need for strength and unity in the eternal vastness of space. Her optimistic dream for peace and liberty is unrealistic and threatening to the state and its' people. Therefore, it is the responsibility of those who are most capable to force a change and instill either a more capable ruler, or to instill a military junta in its' place.
There will be lots of fighting as an all-out Civil War will begin to suddenly break loose across the three solar systems which comprises Imperial Esplanade, word of which would inevitably spread throughout the known Universe. If you wish to participate, all I ask is for you to fill out the following application. I do not have a particular end-game in mind, although I do have an idea of where to steer this RP in order to get it onto its' feet. I am open to suggestions. I suggest reading up on the royal family too, and just briefly reading through the political structure of Imperial Esplanade. No need to go into the Constitution, unless you are intrigued by what I have set up government-wise. OP-controlled characters (such as the royal family) are important to take note of, as they will be involved in the RP as well in various capacities. If you have any questions or concerned, do not hesitate to bring them up in this thread.
I'm also opening the option up to either play as a nation or a character. Replace what is in parenthesis with your nation/character information.