Colonisation of the Athican Archipelago (IC|Closed)

[Greenlandic People]

Markland, Greenlandic Athica

At the command post of Governor-General Haakon, tensions had become raised. It was becoming apparent that the archipelago had begun to militarize, under the influence of mutual fear and paranoia amongst the colonizing states. Greenland was eager to find a solid ally amidst the chaos of new and unknown nations, and when word came in that the Kiravian settlements were being established to the North, Haakon wasted no time in sending an emissary north to the Kiravian islands in the person of Ambassador Nathaniel Diegitz.

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Nuuk, Federal Republic of Greenland
1500 Hours

The guard at the door eyed Kuanyshbek suspiciously. "I hadn't heard anything about thw Federation meeting with the President. Are you quite certain you've a meeting with him?" Noticing the look in Kuanyshbek's eye, he decided to check. He touched his finger to his ear. "Command, this is Asset 1. I'm speaking with a woman here who claims to have a meeting with the antique, is that correct?"

He waited a second, a slow look of annoyance crossing his face. Grudgingly, he lowered his finger from his ear and stepped aside from the door. "Fine, you're clear. Fifty-fourth floor and keep your ID with you at all times. Have a pleasant day."

After riding the silent glass elevator Kuanshybek came to the large, circular office of President Schmitz. On the floor was painted the Presidential Seal, and on the wall behind him ran a quietly bubbling mini waterfall. Schmitz looked up from the papers in front of him, a frown crossing his face. "Ms. Kuanshybek. Federation Ambassador, correct? Please, have a seat."

He waited as she crossed the floor over to a chair a few feet in front of Schmitz' desk. He put on a pair of glasses, looking up at his guest. "Now, how may I be of assistance?"

[The Altan Steppes]

Nuuk

Kuanyshbek crossed the room and sat down. "First of all, thank you for taking the time to meet with me, Mr. President," she said. "I know your time is very valuable, so I'll try not to take up too much of it."

Kuanyshbek held a slim green folder in her hand. "My government asked me to meet with you to discuss our colonies in the Athican Archipelago. As the only two Lavinian states in that area, surrounded by nations with uncertain intent, we feel that it would benefit both Greenland and the Federation to coordinate our efforts in the archipelago, and help to ensure each others' security and prosperity there. I know that the relationship between the Federation and your nation has been...strained as of late," the ambassador said delicately. "We're hoping you'll consider our proposal, both for the benefit it would provide, and as a means of restoring the trust and the friendship that our two nations once enjoyed," she finished.

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Qashqantengiz

Work was proceeding rapidly on the airfield and military base being constructed to the north of the main Altani settlement, on the small island that stood off the northern tip of Altani Athica. The Altani settlers had named the small island Sentinel Island, and between that island and the fortifications taking shape in Qashqantengiz itself, across a narrow strait, the foundations were being laid for a formidable defensive setup. The Federation Guards stationed there had named the fledgling, but growing, defensive center "The Mouth of the Dragon", a name that had stuck.

As Qashqantengiz and Sentinel Island slowly but surely grew and developed, small groups of Altani settlers were dispatched to begin the formation of two new settlements, Tashkömür and Kökjanggak.

[Greenlandic People]

Nuuk

Schmitz took his glasses off and wiped them on his handkerchief, and his face assumed an almost wistful look as he peered down at his desk. "Our countries were once friends weren't they? That's what they said, anyway. Did you hear about that?" he said, looking abruptly up from his desk and at Kuanyshbek. "When the Treaty of Natascora was signed and the Communists defeated, people ran up and down the streets; saying 'Here's to democracy and here's to the Altan Steppes'."

He put his now cleaned glasses back on as he picked up a thick manila folder of his own. The look on his face slowly faded to be replaced by his usual expression of authority. "But that was very different Lavinium indeed. Things have moved quite rapidly since Magnus slept quietly in his grave. The arrival of the Nakchevani was the beginning of all this, you know. Armed with silver tongues and even greater amounts of silver ingots they split our great region into two opposing halves, a split reinforced by feelings of jealousy, mistrust, and ambition."

He opened the folder and leafed through a few documents. "I will tell you this much, Madame: we are a long way away from the trust and friendship we once had. The Altan Steppes is too busy running around and playing international policeman to pay any attention to allies who have nothing to offer her. While I won’t go signing any flowery treaties, I can promise you that Greenland won't go out of her way to antagonize your claim in the archipelago. Why don't we just let things take the course that they will?"

[Livensola]

"It is an honor to meet you, I am Captain Stefford, of the Aradia Civilian Counsel. It is a pleasure to finally meet such a great ally. Where do we begin?"

"Come, we have prepared a feast for you and your men. Diplomatic buisness is best discussed over food and drink, no?"

Bay of Astúrinum, Aþica Territory, Kiravian Empire

They Yacht approached the dock, as it did, Parson Lentarni stood on the deck, in his finest white robe. It was very clean and neat, and the golden trim shown in the sunlight. His wooden staff, in comparison was dirty, and nicked from long usage. As the ship reached the dock, he stepped off, and greeted the Kiravians. "I bring tidings of peace and goodwill from the honorable colony of Amesbury. I wish to meet with your leader, so that we may discuss relations and trade between our two colonies," he then bowed down on one knee.

Aptyre bowed in return. "I am Sâllan Aptyre, Governor of Aþica Territory for the Kiravian Empire. Come, we have prepared a welcoming feast for you. You must be hungry after such a long voyage."

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Two more countyships on Aþica were sold off: One to a Kiravian mining corporation on the west coast, and another to a syndicate of Cymrev in the interior.

[Osea 767]

Osean Colonial Province, Athician Archipelago

The province was growing at an extrodinary rate. Cargo ships were rushing back and forth to the colony, in such numbers that is was likely everyone in the area would soon realise they were there, if they didn't know before. But this frenzied effort was begining to bear fruits. The port in Breslau was rapidly inceasing in size. Soon it would be expanded enough to also opperate as a naval base. New ports were also being established in the other bays on the coast of the province.

The efforts to exploit the naural resources of the territory would also being heavily pushed heavily and exraction would begin soon enough. There was now also an air base on the island. While it was still small, it would do for now. Presently it held 2 squadrons of MIG-31s. Most of the rest of the aircaft were for supporting the squadrons. But there were also 20 Tu-95RT reconnaissance aircraft at the base. 2 was dispatched to check the other part of the island they were on and another 2 were sent to where the Oseaton and Greenlandic colonies were. 3 were sent to Aþica and the islands near it and lastly, 5 were sent to check the group of islands that were to the south-east of the Osean province.

[Kirav]

Aþica Territory

While more and more settlers flocked to Aþorica, that is, the largest Kiravian island, smaller parties were beginning to move into the Outer East Islands. On Amtær Island, the first one spotted by the Resolve, a group of Skördev and Seðev settlers had founded two fishing villages.

All of the countyships on Aþorica island had been purchased or granted away, and settlement was marching further inland, as villages and farms sprung up further and further away from the coast. Mining operations were being set up, though none were yet underway. In Astúrinum, progress was plainly visible. Shops and workshops opened in what had previously been a purely residential community, and the first school began holding class in the community centre where Zoingan diplomats had once dined.

There were almost five thousand people living in the territory now. Once the population reached 7,000, Aþica could apply to become a Colonial District. Once 10,000 Kiravian citisens resided there, it could apply for the title of Colony, along with the privileges of taxation and limited self-governance that that title implied.

[Zoingo]

"Come, we have prepared a feast for you and your men. Diplomatic buisness is best discussed over food and drink, no?"

"That..." Captain Stefford replied, and then sunk down "but I am also an envoy in need and an envoy of warning. Im afraid their is a terrible mistake that will spell doom for Athican colonies everywhere if the word is not spread out fast enough."

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Ocassus, Aradia



The once populated town of 2000 had exploded in growth beyond previous expectations, currently, Ocassus was one of the most populated towns in all of the Athician Archipelago, with a booming population of over 19,000 residents, the town had recieved much attention in the Zoingonian press for its ability to expand as an important fishing and citrus producing harbor. The Miracle at Aradia Bay, was now the common phrase to reflect the bustling capital, the citrus and crop plantations, and the numerous fishing huts that had appeared along stretch of land that In the city center, surrounded by thick fortified walls, the wealthy elite moved into their fully finished Terraced houses, while a glorious Zoingonian Cathedral stood near complete in the middle of the city, a cathedral that could be viewed from miles around, even for incoming ships. The Cathedral solidified the city's massive wealth, and its devotion to religion, without either, the town simply would not have flourished. However, things along the frontier of Aradia were beginning to heat up.....

Frontier Boundary, 60 Miles from Ocassus

Even with all the wealth and power back in the capital, the incoming threat was not one that those alone could stop. The threat was not man, or machine....it was neither weapons caused nor a environmental man-made catastrophe....rather, mother nature was taking a turn for the worst. At this important frontier boundary, residents began to notice the desertification of land a little to south of their way-station. Only a week later, the residents were alarmed to find themselves awake in the middle of sand dunes and once arable land. The news sent shock waves throughout the colony, and a formal investigation via the Aradia Assembly was called upon.
The result could not have been more terrifying, the desertification, caused by an increase in the region's temperature, was spreading at a rapid pace....in a matter of weeks, Ocassus, regardless of its coastal location, would be completely submerged in Sand Dunes. Not only that, but the study showed that the desertification would "hop" from island to island due to the wind patterns and general temperatures, and encompass over 70% of the entire Archipelago, unless a massive overhaul of the landscape was done. This was the news that the Captain Stefford and the other colonists desperately needed to get out, before it was too late...

[Greenlandic People]

Aþica Territory

The embassy ship FRS Hellheim glid gracefully across the water like a silver serpent, cutting across the foamy waves of the sea and making a rapid beeline for it's destination: The Kiravian colonies to the North. With colonialism exploding across the archipelago, the Greenlandic Foreign Affairs Committee had agreed that the Greenlandic colony at Markland should reach out the Greenland's Kiravian allies to the North. They presented an important opportunity to secure the safety and prosperity of the Markland colonies.

Aboard the ship was Ambassador Nathaniel Diegitz. A newcomer to Greenland's corps for envoys, he had been given the mission on the logic that he could not possibly screw things up; it would provide a chance for him to prove his worth for future assignments of greater delicacy and import.

As the ship approached the Kiravian territorial waters, the Captain radioed over to the Kiravians that the Ambassador was arriving.

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Markland

By this point in time, the original settlement of Ladestand was indistinguishable form the ordinary large Greenlandic town. It had shops, banks, a cinema, plumbing, electricity, and even a soccer field for local youth to play on. In the center of the settlement, a great stone circle to Wodan "the Watcher" had been constructed, and it served as a place of pride and identity for all of the Greenlandic settlements.

To the north, another small town had been constructed around the listening post along the border. It became a major mining and logging center, backed by eager investments from Greenlandic corporations back home. In time, it would become a center of industry for the archipelago.

On the northern tip of the western peninsula, the Greenlandic military base had been finished. Christened as Stedet Drepe, it had facilities for airfields, barrack’s, and a small military port and dry-dock. The plan was to ship several soldier contingents in to defend the colony in the next few weeks.

[Kirav]

Astúrinum- Time of Zoingonian Visit

Aptyre's expression fell. "What is that nature of this emergency?" he asked with concern.

Astúrinum, District of Aþicora, Kiravian Empire

7,000 people now lived in Aþica, enough for the country to become a Colonial District. The application had been quickly wired to Kartika, where the Emperor approved it with haste and issued the District Charter.

A Colonial District was a new designation for overseas posessions, created as an intermediate step betwixt Territory and Colony. Senators from the more populous colonies, such as Xirya and Kaviska, had long resented the fact that provinces with only a few thousand inhabitants that had been lucky enough to be promoted from Territory to Colony were given an equal vote in the Cambrium to their own millions-strong constituencies. Colonial District status would give the transitioning colonies a supervised measure of limited self-governance as they accumulated the nessecary amount of settlers to become legal Colonies. Aþica would be the first.

And so, Kiravian Aþica was split into two seperate provinces, the Colonial District of Aþicora, comprising the main island, and the Territory of Lesser Aþica, comprising the Outer East Islands.

District Administrative Chambres

"Sèr Aptyre?" an aide called.

"Æ?", he replied. Yes?

"Þøð receptið telegraphia krë Vertlinix häsa. Ðú vedimo es Astúrinum pär diplovursit," he answered. We've recieved a message from a Greenlandic ship. They are coming to Astúrinum to conduct diplomacy.

"The Greenlanders have proved to be good allies in the colonial theatre before. Send them an acceptance of their request. Do we have any wine left?"

[The Altan Steppes]

Nuuk

Kuanyshbek was plainly disappointed, but she smiled nonetheless. "We can accept that, Mr. President. We hope that, in time, you may reconsider working with us though. In the meantime, we promise to do nothing to hinder or threaten your holdings in the Archipelago."

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Altani Athica

The airfield, port and garrison on Sentinel Island, north of Qashqantengiz, was now almost complete. Around-the-clock construction by teams of engineers had resulted in remarkable progress. The small Altani fleet assigned to Altani Athica, now backed up by a battleship dispatched from the Federation, stationed itself in the Mouth of the Dragon between Sentinel Island and the main island.

Qashqantengiz itself was also progressing rapidly; a civilian airfield was in the process of being built, and basic civil facilities such as a school, police station, and government facilities were finished. A fishery was constructed to provide jobs and industry for the local citizens, and the beginnings of mining facilities were taking shape around the other two Altani settlements. Civilian fishing boats began plying the waters around Altani Athica, both to provide food for the locals and a valuable export back to the Federation. Farms began to take shape around the two other settlements also, to provide additional foodstuffs and lessen the need for supplies imported from back home.

More settlers and troops arrived as well, in the shadow of the battleship Aimira which had escorted them. The civilian population of Qashqantengiz now numbered 1,000, with 250 people each in the other two settlements. An additional 1,000 Federation Guards also arrived, setting up their base on Sentinel Island. Law and order would be provided by a 50-man Federal Police Service contingent based out of Qashqantengiz, with smaller units stationed in the other two cities.

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Waters off Natick, Amesbury Colony

Governor Daniyarbek's diplomatic mission had arrived at their destination; they radioed the colony to ask for permission to dock for the purpose of establishing relations.

[Kirav]

Ivesia Countyship, District of Aþicora, Kiravian Empire

In Ivesia Countyship, which belonged to EarthStar Mineral Corporation, mining operations were finally underway. Kernev and Cymrev labourers toiled for long hours to free ore from rock. It was difficult work, but paying work.

In the areas not used for mining, EarthStar had sold off the land to farmers, who expanded the vegetable and herb farming œconomy that was present elsewhere on the island. Unlike the farmers in the employ of the firms that owned their countyships, these settlers were mostly lower middle-class emigrants from Great Kirav who had left the metropole for one reason or another.

Astúrinum, Aþicora District

Astúrinum was turning into a proper colonial capital. Shops were opening, as had two churches, a Coscivian Theist temple, and a single-purpose school building. A military barracks had been built, and a base was being planned. A small hospital was going up, alongside a few shipping offices and an airstrip.

[Zoingo]

Astúrinum- Time of Zoingonian Visit

Aptyre's expression fell. "What is that nature of this emergency?" he asked with concern.

"Im afraid that it is something that is not man-made, but by an act of god and nature....sir, this region is vastly drying up, recent reports along our territorial borders show that the area has been rapidly showing desertification due to the wind patterns and upswings in temperature over the past few months. However, I wish I could say it could be contained, but by the nature of the wind and its direction, various islands and colonies could already be seeing some effects....it seems more westward over here, the effects have not yet shown themselves.
In a matter of weeks, our capital will be completely under sand, and the entire island that we settled with be nothing but desert....."

[Greenlandic People]

District of Aþicora, Kiravian Empire

Having received confirmation that they were clear to dock, the captain brought his ship gently into port. As he did so, a cadre of Federal Marines rushed onto the deck; they formed up along the side rail of the ship and snapped into attention. Toward the front end of the ship, a gangplank was lowered for the Ambassador and his staff; with expectations of good things for Greenland, the Ambassador descended toward the port below.

[Kirav]

Astúrinum- Time of Zoingonian Visit

Aptyre's expression fell. "What is that nature of this emergency?" he asked with concern.

"Im afraid that it is something that is not man-made, but by an act of god and nature....sir, this region is vastly drying up, recent reports along our territorial borders show that the area has been rapidly showing desertification due to the wind patterns and upswings in temperature over the past few months. However, I wish I could say it could be contained, but by the nature of the wind and its direction, various islands and colonies could already be seeing some effects....it seems more westward over here, the effects have not yet shown themselves.
In a matter of weeks, our capital will be completely under sand, and the entire island that we settled with be nothing but desert....."

"Intriguing. We haven't seen any desertification here, much to the benefit of our agricultural sector. Has the Zoingonian government dispatched any scientists to Aradia?"

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Astúrinum, Aþicora District, Kiravian Empire

As the Greenlanders stepped off their vessel, the Aþicroan District Militia fired off three rounds of blanks into the air in salute.

"Rædor es Aþicora, Welcome to Aþicora," began Governor Aptyre with a smile. He extended his hand to the Greenlander. "I am Sâllan Aptyre, Governor of this colony. Our nations have coöperated in the colonial theatre before, and created two profitable colonies. May that happen once more."

[Zoingo]

"Intriguing. We haven't seen any desertification here, much to the benefit of our agricultural sector. Has the Zoingonian government dispatched any scientists to Aradia?"

Captain Stefford nodded his head, "Yes, this is where the scientific data comes from...", glancing down at the boat, a crew member handed up a crate. After Captain Stefford opened the create, inside were a few documents packed in straw and cotton materials.

"Didn't want to get this wet....." he joked, then his face turned serious. "Right here shows how the wind naturally blows over the island chain, and here shows islands that have already turned into deserts..." Captain Stefford explained while pointing to a few islands in another island chain...

"Those islands were too small to colonize to begin with, and, of course, were already arid, the combined sand and heat blew over the ocean and into Aradia and the other territorial claim to the south....once the desertification reaches the other side of our island...here...the same effect will sweep to other islands around the Archipelago.

Unfortunately, Amsteldam has been unable to raise any merchant or government ships to be able to evacuate the population of Aradia.....Just to evacuate Ocassus, for example, would take over 1 1/2 months at the present growth rate and the number of ships. The wooden ship that you see behind me, would be another option, but the trees that we have fielded are now diminishing rapidly, and the ships are far to small to travel anywhere at full capacity. So, we will build Norias and other irrigation tactics for as long as we can....but we wanted to spread the word so others could make preparations and or help us..."

[Livensola]

"Intriguing. We haven't seen any desertification here, much to the benefit of our agricultural sector. Has the Zoingonian government dispatched any scientists to Aradia?"

Captain Stefford nodded his head, "Yes, this is where the scientific data comes from...", glancing down at the boat, a crew member handed up a crate. After Captain Stefford opened the create, inside were a few documents packed in straw and cotton materials.

"Didn't want to get this wet....." he joked, then his face turned serious. "Right here shows how the wind naturally blows over the island chain, and here shows islands that have already turned into deserts..." Captain Stefford explained while pointing to a few islands in another island chain...

"Those islands were too small to colonize to begin with, and, of course, were already arid, the combined sand and heat blew over the ocean and into Aradia and the other territorial claim to the south....once the desertification reaches the other side of our island...here...the same effect will sweep to other islands around the Archipelago.

Unfortunately, Amsteldam has been unable to raise any merchant or government ships to be able to evacuate the population of Aradia.....Just to evacuate Ocassus, for example, would take over 1 1/2 months at the present growth rate and the number of ships. The wooden ship that you see behind me, would be another option, but the trees that we have fielded are now diminishing rapidly, and the ships are far to small to travel anywhere at full capacity. So, we will build Norias and other irrigation tactics for as long as we can....but we wanted to spread the word so others could make preparations and or help us..."

"If this spreads to Aþicora, the colony is doomed, not to mention millions of saars in investments. Most of us, especially on the East coast, make our living by gorwing herbs and vegatables. I shall have this wired," he signaled to the Secriatist of Agriculture, "to Kartika immediately. In the meantime, we shall offer our assistance in building irrigation systems. We haven't seen any desertification here, yet, so our ports are open to evacuees."
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OOC: Zoingo, the islands aren't that small, as I mentioned in the signup thread. Aþicora is the size of Puerto Rico, which would make the island that your colony, not even the whole island, about the size of Andros Island in the Bahamas. The climate is more like Northern Florida.

[Greenlandic People]

Markland, Greenland

As the reconnaissance aircraft from the Osean's made their flight toward the Greenlandic border, the radar installation at Bryne picked up their presence. Considering that they were of unknown origin, the commander at the installation decided that they must be turned back.

"Attention unknown aircraft. You are entering into Greenlandic territory as claimed by the Ministry of the Exterior and verified by the Ministry of Defense and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. You are hereby ordered to identify yourself or turn around immediately. I repeat, identify."

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Astúrinum, Aþicora District, Kiravian Empire

Ambassador Diegitz took the hand, shaking it firmly and favoring the governor with a smile. "Indeed your Excellency, I do hope that we may be able to cooperate closely in this place once again. Forgive me for arriving on such short notice, but I wished to ensure that I made contact with your peoples at the soonest possible moment so that we may get right to work."

[Kirav]

Astúrinum, Aþicora District, Kiravian Empire

Ambassador Diegitz took the hand, shaking it firmly and favoring the governor with a smile. "Indeed your Excellency, I do hope that we may be able to cooperate closely in this place once again. Forgive me for arriving on such short notice, but I wished to ensure that I made contact with your peoples at the soonest possible moment so that we may get right to work."

"No, no. We're honoured to have you. We are just as eager to get to work, and there is much to be done. Shall we eat now? The banquet is right over there," said Aptyre as he motioned to the community centre. The succulent smells of Kiravian cooking wafted out of its windows, making many of the officials salivate.
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OOC: Osea, do you mind if I don't respond to your aircraft all that quickly? I already have three diplomatic visits going on at once.

[Osea 767]

OOC: Kirav, I don't mind at all. Greenlandic People, sorry for not responding to your post but its getting late here. I will put up a responce tomorrow.

[Zoingo]

OOC: Zoingo, the islands aren't that small, as I mentioned in the signup thread. Aþicora is the size of Puerto Rico, which would make the island that your colony, not even the whole island, about the size of Andros Island in the Bahamas. The climate is more like Northern Florida.

OOC: Tropical Temperate includes, but is not limited to, swamps, boggs, deserts, and dry arid areas. And I am talking about a group of islands OUTSIDE the island chain, not necessarily having to be big.

[Kirav]

OOC: Sorry about that, Zoingo. I forgot the part about the islands beign outside the Aþican Archipelago. Everything makes much more sense now.

[Osea 767]

Markland, Greenland

The crew of the Tu-95RT were surprised to have been contacted by the Greenlanders. They hadn't expected to find them there. However, they responed quickly enough and replied:-

This is a Tu-95 of the Osean navy. We are on a reconnaissance mission to check this area and other parts of the archipelago.

[Kirav]

& Bump

[Greenlandic People]

OOC: I'm sorry guys, give me another day.

[Greenlandic People]

Markland, Greenland

The radar operator frowned.

Negative, you may not enter Greenlandic airspace. We can provide you with a topographical survey of this island if you would like, but we must insist that you turn around.

Astúrinum, Aþicora District, Kiravian Empire

Diegtiz felt his mouth water as the delicious scent wafted over to his party. He smiled warmly, "By all means, led the way your Excellency."