Steam & Steel: New Imperialism (OOC/Signups)

[Sabara]

NS Name: Sabara
Nation Name: The Dutch Commonwealths of Nederland (Netherlands)
Claimed Territory: Netherlands, Iceland, and all of Indonesia ( =] )
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Head of States: King Wilhemen II, Prime Minister Nicolaas Benedict
Capital City: Amsterdam
Economic System: Free Market
Currency: Guilder
Population: 21 million
-Military Size (Active): 12,000 of the Nederlander's Home Guard, 2,000 of the Royal Guard
-Military Size (Reserves/Conscripts): 220,000
-Number of Naval Ships: 18 ironclad cruisers, 27 corvettes, 12 frigates, 1 torpedo, 12 gunboats
Primary/State Religion: The King passed an act in 1551 allowing subjects to convert to any religion they wish, however, 'Calvinist' Protestantism is the most common religion.
Primary Culture: Dutch
Secondary Culture(s): Danish, Icelandic
Primary Exports: Aluminum, Fish, Tulip Bulbs, Rice, Spices, assorted vegetables
Flag:

Players have 49 points to distribute plus one bonus point based on their nation's specialty and an additional bonus point if they are a great power.
Industrial Rating: 7
Agricultural Rating: 8
Technological Rating: 7
Infrastructure Rating: 8
Military Rating: 5
Centralization Rating: 6
Stability Rating: 8

Briefly describe your Nation's history.

The Netherlands had always been regarded by the rest of Europe as the far-away lands, hence, the 'Nether' lands. In ancient times, the nation had been a home to sea-faring peoples, regarded as barbarians by the larger Empires to the south. After the dissolution of the Roman Empire, Vikings (Peoples from Scandinavia) settled the land, and started creating dikes to hold back the sea and widen farmland. This practice would continue, becoming as unique tradition of the Nederlanders. The first King, King Willem I, held out a long line of heirs, the longest any family had been on the throne. By conquest, diplomacy, colonization, and even marriage, they soon held territories in Iceland, America, and Indonesia. However, by the early 1700s, Queen Ariana III was forced to answer to a newly- formed Parliament in a virtually bloodless coup d'état, so the endless wars with Britain, France, and Spain in America were over. Their territories in America were taken. At this point, the Kings and Queens of the Netherlands no longer held unlimited power. After the coup, Parliament passed numerous acts that continued to industrialize the Netherlands.

Briefly describe your Nation's government.

A Constitutional Monarchy, representatives are elected in Parliament from each area of the Netherlands, also including colonies like Sumatra and Iceland.

Briefly describe your Nation's economic system.

The Netherlands has seen some rapid growth in industrialization (especially in Denmark and Iceland), and many jobs are now involved with the manufacturing of aluminum, and more service oriented jobs. However, the economy still relies heavily on agriculture, including the cultivation of tulips.

RP Example: Just look up 'Siujun' when you search my posts. I'm pretty sure Parhe can vouch for me.

[Parhe]

The map is wrong in that all of north America is actually taken. Why not instead claim colonies in eastern Africa and more of Indonesia?

[Epraria]

NS Name: Sabara
Nation Name: The Dutch Commonwealths of Nederland (Netherlands)
Claimed Territory: Netherlands, Denmark, Iceland, New York City (New Amsterdam ), the rest of Sumatra
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Head of States: King Wilhemen II, Prime Minister Nicolaas Benedict
Capital City: Amsterdam
Economic System: Free Market
Currency: Guilder
Population: 21 million
-Military Size (Active): 12,000 of the Nederlander's Home Guard, 2,000 of the Royal Guard
-Military Size (Reserves/Conscripts): 220,000
-Number of Naval Ships: 18 ironclad cruisers, 27 corvettes, 12 frigates, 1 torpedo, 12 gunboats
Primary/State Religion: The King passed an act in 1551 allowing subjects to convert to any religion they wish, however, 'Calvinist' Protestantism is the most common religion.
Primary Culture: Dutch
Secondary Culture(s): Danish, Icelandic
Primary Exports: Aluminum, Fish, Tulip Bulbs, Rice, Spices, assorted vegetables
Flag:

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Players have 49 points to distribute plus one bonus point based on their nation's specialty and an additional bonus point if they are a great power.
Industrial Rating: 7
Agricultural Rating: 8
Technological Rating: 7
Infrastructure Rating: 8
Military Rating: 5
Centralization Rating: 6
Stability Rating: 8

Briefly describe your Nation's history.

The Netherlands had always been regarded by the rest of Europe as the far-away lands, hence, the 'Nether' lands. In ancient times, the nation had been a home to sea-faring peoples, regarded as barbarians by the larger Empires to the south. After the dissolution of the Roman Empire, Vikings (Peoples from Scandinavia) settled the land, and started creating dikes to hold back the sea and widen farmland. This practice would continue, becoming as unique tradition of the Nederlanders. The first King, King Willem I, held out a long line of heirs, the longest any family had been on the throne. By conquest, diplomacy, colonization, and even marriage, they soon held territories in Denmark, Iceland, America, and Indonesia. However, by the early 1700s, Queen Ariana III was forced to answer to a newly- formed Parliament in a virtually bloodless coup d'état, so the endless wars with Britain, France, and Spain in America were over. Their territories in America were taken, and the last Dutch settlement lay in New Amsterdam. Meanwhile, a bloody revolution by natives was taking place in Indonesia, and Parliament forced Ariana to surrender all the islands but Sumatra. At this point, the Kings and Queens of the Netherlands no longer held unlimited power. After the coup, Parliament passed numerous acts that continued to industrialize the Netherlands.

Briefly describe your Nation's government.

A Constitutional Monarchy, representatives are elected in Parliament from each area of the Netherlands, also including colonies like Sumatra and Iceland.

Briefly describe your Nation's economic system.

The Netherlands has seen some rapid growth in industrialization (especially in Denmark and Iceland), and many jobs are now involved with the manufacturing of aluminum, and more service oriented jobs. However, the economy still relies heavily on agriculture, including the cultivation of tulips.

RP Example: Just look up 'Siujun' when you search my posts. I'm pretty sure Parhe can vouch for me.

Eh no Denmark would not sell it self like that to the Netherlands considering the Netherlands was republic until the French came during the napoleonic wars. I am not the OP though.

[Vehemia]

NS Name: Sabara
Nation Name: The Dutch Commonwealths of Nederland (Netherlands)
Claimed Territory: Netherlands, Denmark, Iceland, New York City (New Amsterdam ), the rest of Sumatra
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Head of States: King Wilhemen II, Prime Minister Nicolaas Benedict
Capital City: Amsterdam
Economic System: Free Market
Currency: Guilder
Population: 21 million
-Military Size (Active): 12,000 of the Nederlander's Home Guard, 2,000 of the Royal Guard
-Military Size (Reserves/Conscripts): 220,000
-Number of Naval Ships: 18 ironclad cruisers, 27 corvettes, 12 frigates, 1 torpedo, 12 gunboats
Primary/State Religion: The King passed an act in 1551 allowing subjects to convert to any religion they wish, however, 'Calvinist' Protestantism is the most common religion.
Primary Culture: Dutch
Secondary Culture(s): Danish, Icelandic
Primary Exports: Aluminum, Fish, Tulip Bulbs, Rice, Spices, assorted vegetables
Flag:

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Players have 49 points to distribute plus one bonus point based on their nation's specialty and an additional bonus point if they are a great power.
Industrial Rating: 7
Agricultural Rating: 8
Technological Rating: 7
Infrastructure Rating: 8
Military Rating: 5
Centralization Rating: 6
Stability Rating: 8

Briefly describe your Nation's history.

The Netherlands had always been regarded by the rest of Europe as the far-away lands, hence, the 'Nether' lands. In ancient times, the nation had been a home to sea-faring peoples, regarded as barbarians by the larger Empires to the south. After the dissolution of the Roman Empire, Vikings (Peoples from Scandinavia) settled the land, and started creating dikes to hold back the sea and widen farmland. This practice would continue, becoming as unique tradition of the Nederlanders. The first King, King Willem I, held out a long line of heirs, the longest any family had been on the throne. By conquest, diplomacy, colonization, and even marriage, they soon held territories in Denmark, Iceland, America, and Indonesia. However, by the early 1700s, Queen Ariana III was forced to answer to a newly- formed Parliament in a virtually bloodless coup d'état, so the endless wars with Britain, France, and Spain in America were over. Their territories in America were taken, and the last Dutch settlement lay in New Amsterdam. Meanwhile, a bloody revolution by natives was taking place in Indonesia, and Parliament forced Ariana to surrender all the islands but Sumatra. At this point, the Kings and Queens of the Netherlands no longer held unlimited power. After the coup, Parliament passed numerous acts that continued to industrialize the Netherlands.

Briefly describe your Nation's government.

A Constitutional Monarchy, representatives are elected in Parliament from each area of the Netherlands, also including colonies like Sumatra and Iceland.

Briefly describe your Nation's economic system.

The Netherlands has seen some rapid growth in industrialization (especially in Denmark and Iceland), and many jobs are now involved with the manufacturing of aluminum, and more service oriented jobs. However, the economy still relies heavily on agriculture, including the cultivation of tulips.

RP Example: Just look up 'Siujun' when you search my posts. I'm pretty sure Parhe can vouch for me.

America's territory is reserved. Also, I don't think you could take over all of Denmark. Maybe Iceland and Greenland, but not Denmark itself.

[Vehemia]

NS Name: Acroticus
Nation Name: The Kingdom of Anatolia
Claimed Territory: (Please post a map, if possible) (Image)
Government Type: Kingdom
Head of State: King Delbin Andros IV
Capital City: Troy
Economic System: Somewhat Capatalist Planned Economy
Currency: Drachma
Population: (Be reasonable) 45 million
-Military Size (Active): 50,000
-Military Size (Reserves/Conscripts): 1 million
-Number of Naval Ships: (Provide some detail, please) 14 Ironclad Warships, 10 Ironclad Cruisers, 12 frigates, 40 Gunboats, 7 corvettes, 10 old Galleons (still in service) 93
Primary/State Religion: Catholic
Primary Culture: Romance Culture
Secondary Culture(s): Greco-Arabian Influence
Primary Exports: Textiles, Ammunition, Base Metals, Food
Flag: (Use spoilers or links, please) http://bpibs.files.wordpress.com/2010/0 ... st-svg.png

Players have 49 points to distribute plus one bonus point based on their nation's specialty and an additional bonus point if they are a great power.
Industrial Rating: (From 1-10, 1 being lowest, 10 being highest) 8
Agricultural Rating: 8
Technological Rating: 9
Infrastructure Rating: 9
Military Rating: 6
Centralization Rating: 4
Stability Rating: 5

Briefly describe your Nation's history. Rather than being conquered by Arabian hordes, The Byzantine Empire survived much of the Islamic tribes attacks. It did eventually fall, however, and from the ashes came the Kingdom of Anatolia. The city of Troy was rebuilt during the medieval era, with powerful walls to help defend against any attacks. From that city, the Kingdom expanded, conquering Turkey and Greece. The Kingdom played an integral part in the Renaissance, and much of the world's inventions came from Anatolia. Being the entrypoint to Europe for the Turks, the military was constantly on watch. In the 1600s, the Kingdom was ruthlessly attacked by tribes. What was worse, the line of royalty ended when the King Olos XII died in battle. The country fell into chaos for almost 30 years, when the Andros family took control of the throne.

After king Andros took the Anatolian throne, he led a massive conquest into the Middle East. The first King Andros united Iraq, Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon, and Israel (Syria was later lost to the French). The intergration was brutal, as the King led a genocide against Muslims.

During the period of colonization, Anatolia did as the other nations did. It expanded into Egypt and Sudan, conquering much of Northern Africa. It was late to the New World, but the relatively small nation managed to colonize all of Brazil. However, Much of Brazil revolted in 1803. Anatolia lost some of the most valuable land in South America, but it managed to keep a large portion. Anatolia was late to colonize the East Indies, only reaching the pacific in the early 19th century.

Briefly describe your Nation's government. A Kingdom with Lordships. There is no serf system, and Universities have much political sway.

Briefly describe your Nation's economic system. Anatolia is very industrialized and its economic might can meet some of the more militarily powerful European nations. Much of its economy is based on the exports from its large colonies in South America and Africa, and the West Indies brings in a lot of money, along with a chance to expand into Asia.

RP Example:http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=241774

I'm fine with your African and Middle Eastern holdings, but I honestly find the South American and Asian holdings a bit far fetched.

[Acroticus]

NS Name: Acroticus
Nation Name: The Kingdom of Anatolia
Claimed Territory: (Please post a map, if possible) (Image)
Government Type: Kingdom
Head of State: King Delbin Andros IV
Capital City: Troy
Economic System: Somewhat Capatalist Planned Economy
Currency: Drachma
Population: (Be reasonable) 45 million
-Military Size (Active): 50,000
-Military Size (Reserves/Conscripts): 1 million
-Number of Naval Ships: (Provide some detail, please) 14 Ironclad Warships, 10 Ironclad Cruisers, 12 frigates, 40 Gunboats, 7 corvettes, 10 old Galleons (still in service) 93
Primary/State Religion: Catholic
Primary Culture: Romance Culture
Secondary Culture(s): Greco-Arabian Influence
Primary Exports: Textiles, Ammunition, Base Metals, Food
Flag: (Use spoilers or links, please) http://bpibs.files.wordpress.com/2010/0 ... st-svg.png

Players have 49 points to distribute plus one bonus point based on their nation's specialty and an additional bonus point if they are a great power.
Industrial Rating: (From 1-10, 1 being lowest, 10 being highest) 8
Agricultural Rating: 8
Technological Rating: 9
Infrastructure Rating: 9
Military Rating: 6
Centralization Rating: 4
Stability Rating: 5

Briefly describe your Nation's history. Rather than being conquered by Arabian hordes, The Byzantine Empire survived much of the Islamic tribes attacks. It did eventually fall, however, and from the ashes came the Kingdom of Anatolia. The city of Troy was rebuilt during the medieval era, with powerful walls to help defend against any attacks. From that city, the Kingdom expanded, conquering Turkey and Greece. The Kingdom played an integral part in the Renaissance, and much of the world's inventions came from Anatolia. Being the entrypoint to Europe for the Turks, the military was constantly on watch. In the 1600s, the Kingdom was ruthlessly attacked by tribes. What was worse, the line of royalty ended when the King Olos XII died in battle. The country fell into chaos for almost 30 years, when the Andros family took control of the throne.

After king Andros took the Anatolian throne, he led a massive conquest into the Middle East. The first King Andros united Iraq, Jordan, Syria, and Lebanon, and Israel (Syria was later lost to the French). The intergration was brutal, as the King led a genocide against Muslims.

During the period of colonization, Anatolia did as the other nations did. It expanded into Egypt and Sudan, conquering much of Northern Africa. It was late to the New World, but the relatively small nation managed to colonize all of Brazil. However, Much of Brazil revolted in 1803. Anatolia lost some of the most valuable land in South America, but it managed to keep a large portion. Anatolia was late to colonize the East Indies, only reaching the pacific in the early 19th century.

Briefly describe your Nation's government. A Kingdom with Lordships. There is no serf system, and Universities have much political sway.

Briefly describe your Nation's economic system. Anatolia is very industrialized and its economic might can meet some of the more militarily powerful European nations. Much of its economy is based on the exports from its large colonies in South America and Africa, and the West Indies brings in a lot of money, along with a chance to expand into Asia.

RP Example:http://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=31&t=241774

I'm fine with your African and Middle Eastern holdings, but I honestly find the South American and Asian holdings a bit far fetched.

Okay, I'm cool without them I guess.

[Epraria]

Dammit I was planning on taking Egypt and sudan latter. Well unless he threatens other British interests I guess I won't bother the parliament with him.

[Sabara]

NS Name: Sabara
Nation Name: The Dutch Commonwealths of Nederland (Netherlands)
Claimed Territory: Netherlands, Denmark, Iceland, New York City (New Amsterdam ), the rest of Sumatra
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Head of States: King Wilhemen II, Prime Minister Nicolaas Benedict
Capital City: Amsterdam
Economic System: Free Market
Currency: Guilder
Population: 21 million
-Military Size (Active): 12,000 of the Nederlander's Home Guard, 2,000 of the Royal Guard
-Military Size (Reserves/Conscripts): 220,000
-Number of Naval Ships: 18 ironclad cruisers, 27 corvettes, 12 frigates, 1 torpedo, 12 gunboats
Primary/State Religion: The King passed an act in 1551 allowing subjects to convert to any religion they wish, however, 'Calvinist' Protestantism is the most common religion.
Primary Culture: Dutch
Secondary Culture(s): Danish, Icelandic
Primary Exports: Aluminum, Fish, Tulip Bulbs, Rice, Spices, assorted vegetables
Flag:

(Image)

Players have 49 points to distribute plus one bonus point based on their nation's specialty and an additional bonus point if they are a great power.
Industrial Rating: 7
Agricultural Rating: 8
Technological Rating: 7
Infrastructure Rating: 8
Military Rating: 5
Centralization Rating: 6
Stability Rating: 8

Briefly describe your Nation's history.

The Netherlands had always been regarded by the rest of Europe as the far-away lands, hence, the 'Nether' lands. In ancient times, the nation had been a home to sea-faring peoples, regarded as barbarians by the larger Empires to the south. After the dissolution of the Roman Empire, Vikings (Peoples from Scandinavia) settled the land, and started creating dikes to hold back the sea and widen farmland. This practice would continue, becoming as unique tradition of the Nederlanders. The first King, King Willem I, held out a long line of heirs, the longest any family had been on the throne. By conquest, diplomacy, colonization, and even marriage, they soon held territories in Denmark, Iceland, America, and Indonesia. However, by the early 1700s, Queen Ariana III was forced to answer to a newly- formed Parliament in a virtually bloodless coup d'état, so the endless wars with Britain, France, and Spain in America were over. Their territories in America were taken, and the last Dutch settlement lay in New Amsterdam. Meanwhile, a bloody revolution by natives was taking place in Indonesia, and Parliament forced Ariana to surrender all the islands but Sumatra. At this point, the Kings and Queens of the Netherlands no longer held unlimited power. After the coup, Parliament passed numerous acts that continued to industrialize the Netherlands.

Briefly describe your Nation's government.

A Constitutional Monarchy, representatives are elected in Parliament from each area of the Netherlands, also including colonies like Sumatra and Iceland.

Briefly describe your Nation's economic system.

The Netherlands has seen some rapid growth in industrialization (especially in Denmark and Iceland), and many jobs are now involved with the manufacturing of aluminum, and more service oriented jobs. However, the economy still relies heavily on agriculture, including the cultivation of tulips.

RP Example: Just look up 'Siujun' when you search my posts. I'm pretty sure Parhe can vouch for me.

America's territory is reserved. Also, I don't think you could take over all of Denmark. Maybe Iceland and Greenland, but not Denmark itself.

Hm, alright. I'll take off my American and Danish holdings.

[Sabara]

NS Name: Sabara
Nation Name: The Dutch Commonwealths of Nederland (Netherlands)
Claimed Territory: Netherlands, Denmark, Iceland, New York City (New Amsterdam ), the rest of Sumatra
Government Type: Constitutional Monarchy
Head of States: King Wilhemen II, Prime Minister Nicolaas Benedict
Capital City: Amsterdam
Economic System: Free Market
Currency: Guilder
Population: 21 million
-Military Size (Active): 12,000 of the Nederlander's Home Guard, 2,000 of the Royal Guard
-Military Size (Reserves/Conscripts): 220,000
-Number of Naval Ships: 18 ironclad cruisers, 27 corvettes, 12 frigates, 1 torpedo, 12 gunboats
Primary/State Religion: The King passed an act in 1551 allowing subjects to convert to any religion they wish, however, 'Calvinist' Protestantism is the most common religion.
Primary Culture: Dutch
Secondary Culture(s): Danish, Icelandic
Primary Exports: Aluminum, Fish, Tulip Bulbs, Rice, Spices, assorted vegetables
Flag:

(Image)

Players have 49 points to distribute plus one bonus point based on their nation's specialty and an additional bonus point if they are a great power.
Industrial Rating: 7
Agricultural Rating: 8
Technological Rating: 7
Infrastructure Rating: 8
Military Rating: 5
Centralization Rating: 6
Stability Rating: 8

Briefly describe your Nation's history.

The Netherlands had always been regarded by the rest of Europe as the far-away lands, hence, the 'Nether' lands. In ancient times, the nation had been a home to sea-faring peoples, regarded as barbarians by the larger Empires to the south. After the dissolution of the Roman Empire, Vikings (Peoples from Scandinavia) settled the land, and started creating dikes to hold back the sea and widen farmland. This practice would continue, becoming as unique tradition of the Nederlanders. The first King, King Willem I, held out a long line of heirs, the longest any family had been on the throne. By conquest, diplomacy, colonization, and even marriage, they soon held territories in Denmark, Iceland, America, and Indonesia. However, by the early 1700s, Queen Ariana III was forced to answer to a newly- formed Parliament in a virtually bloodless coup d'état, so the endless wars with Britain, France, and Spain in America were over. Their territories in America were taken, and the last Dutch settlement lay in New Amsterdam. Meanwhile, a bloody revolution by natives was taking place in Indonesia, and Parliament forced Ariana to surrender all the islands but Sumatra. At this point, the Kings and Queens of the Netherlands no longer held unlimited power. After the coup, Parliament passed numerous acts that continued to industrialize the Netherlands.

Briefly describe your Nation's government.

A Constitutional Monarchy, representatives are elected in Parliament from each area of the Netherlands, also including colonies like Sumatra and Iceland.

Briefly describe your Nation's economic system.

The Netherlands has seen some rapid growth in industrialization (especially in Denmark and Iceland), and many jobs are now involved with the manufacturing of aluminum, and more service oriented jobs. However, the economy still relies heavily on agriculture, including the cultivation of tulips.

RP Example: Just look up 'Siujun' when you search my posts. I'm pretty sure Parhe can vouch for me.

Eh no Denmark would not sell it self like that to the Netherlands considering the Netherlands was republic until the French came during the napoleonic wars. I am not the OP though.

I was thinking that the actual annexation of Denmark would have been a bit earlier @___@

[Vehemia]

America's territory is reserved. Also, I don't think you could take over all of Denmark. Maybe Iceland and Greenland, but not Denmark itself.

Hm, alright. I'll take off my American and Danish holdings.

In that case, accepted

[Sabara]

Hm, alright. I'll take off my American and Danish holdings.

In that case, accepted

And claim the rest of Indonesia~~

[Vehemia]

In that case, accepted

And claim the rest of Indonesia~~

I was going to say that in exchange you could have the rest of it.

[Sabara]

And claim the rest of Indonesia~~

I was going to say that in exchange you could have the rest of it.

Danks!

[Vehemia]

I'm fine with your African and Middle Eastern holdings, but I honestly find the South American and Asian holdings a bit far fetched.

Okay, I'm cool without them I guess.

Accepted then

[Epraria]

I will leave the dutch alone if they leave malaysa to the British empire.

[Parhe]

Well.

It is getting a bit annoying when you say things like that Epraria...

[Epraria]

Well.

It is getting a bit annoying when you say things like that Epraria...

Sorry i will stop it.

[Vehemia]

Well.

It is getting a bit annoying when you say things like that Epraria...

Thanks for the map!

But the eastern US country wasn't accepted, neither was the CSA.

[Parhe]

Well.

It is getting a bit annoying when you say things like that Epraria...

Sorry i will stop it.

You know, I meant what I said, but I am sorry for how I presented it the other day. just thought an official apology would be needed.

[Epraria]

Sorry i will stop it.

You know, I meant what I said, but I am sorry for how I presented it the other day. just thought an official apology would be needed.

Well thank you even though it was my fault for being ignorant, whiny and all around annoying. So sorry.

[Sabara]

Anyone like to have an alliance with moi?

[Vehemia]

Anyone like to have an alliance with moi?

Germany would I suppose.

[Kryskov]

Anyone like to have an alliance with moi?

France can into space with NNK.

[Parhe]

Anyone like to have an alliance with moi?

An alliance is always good since we are running low on friends Which reminds me, Veh, China reached out to both of us. I am not doing anything IC until I finish my history but I plan to help.

[Epraria]

Anyone like to have an alliance with moi?

Possibly Britain. Especially if you could be so kind and leave malaysa to Britain.