[Kerbin Only] Kerbin in Jeopardy

by **Barkadia** » Sun Mar 11, 2018 9:15 am

Prenzlau, Ostreich

The general is seen briefing his subordinates about the offensive in Ostreich, which has since yesterday ended with victory for Barkadian forces on both fronts.

"Yesterday, our forces have completed the biggest offensive in Ostreich for us so far. In the late afternoon, the first warlord was killed in a last stand from a rocket propelled grenade fired into his mansion. The other warlord willingly surrendered to our forces and is now being dealt with by the new government being set up. Our total casualties are 356 Barkadian troops, with 179 dead, and 177 wounded. Vehicle wise, we have lost three tanks, and around 7 AFVs total. Two tanks were our outdated T-64s, with one being severely damaged with 2 of the crewmen dying, and the other ending in all 3 dead. Many of our newer T-90s were damaged, with one being lost to a mobility kill during the beginning of the offensive. The others were able to fall back and be repaired. We have also lost one BRDM-2, two BTR-60s, and a BTR-80 that was severely damaged and abandoned. Our offensive took longer than expected, but our losses were lower than predicted. We are very lucky. You are dismissed."

The other men get up and walk away. The general goes back to his tent to begin planning a new offensive to occur within the next few weeks.

Occupied province, Ostreich

A tank commander sits in front of his tank in front of a small village he had taken just before the surrender. His crewmen are talking in the background.

"What a long month. I thought it would never end, or that we would ever make it. We were hit by a rocket 3 fucking times, man."

The tank commander joins the conversation.

"We are very lucky, yes. However, you should expect us to always make it. We have our Anderian steel, and our Barkadian strength. I was never worried."

"I suppose. It's just getting to me a little I guess. We have taken minor damage. Maybe it'll be more than that one day."

"I doubt it. This is one of the newest tank models we have received. It could probably withstand a nuke!"

They laugh.

"Just hope for the best, soldier. This war will be over soon enough."

by **North Mlorba Confederation** » Sun Mar 11, 2018 4:24 pm

MLORBA NEWS REPORT

International News:
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OSTREICH FIGHTS BACK!
The following is a speech by The Leader he held today, talking about Keitel and his government in Ostreich:
"Ostreich has for long been an atomized failed state, with many nationalists wishing to reunite the "Freiraum", which has recently taken a turn for the worse. Powerful nations from across the globe flooded in with their military to get a strategic advantage over their rivals. This was, and still is being done with complete disregard to the Ostreichan peoples, many of which are of Herulic and Menian ancestry. Few Ostreichan nationalists have been able to even set up a government in the mist of this foreign interventionism and imperialism, but one nation under one leader has shown themselves to be worthy of more than mentions. It is a city-state guided by an Ostreichan called Keitel, a general who grew up in that region he now protects. His life has been one of struggle and overcoming, with invasions by warlords to the slaughter of his siblings, and now the bastardization of his people. Keitel, the poor and powerless man scaled all hurdles to eventually become the best-suited candidate for leader of a united Ostreich, and this is certainly his goal. He has forged the most formidable army to ever set foot in his country, and the most prosperous economy to ever exist there. He has now taken it upon himself to finally bring the fighting to the invaders, liberating and uniting the Ostreichan peoples once and for all.
Men like Keitel is what the world needs. Someone that has never been given anything, but never hesitates to give. Someone that will fight till the bitter end for the perseverance of his people. A man that never despairs, but struggles, even if he will do so for eternity!
Mlorba, Heil Keitel!"
Heil und sæll.
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KRACSIS PAYS HERULICS TO IMMIGRATE
After the CDN refused to peacefully transfer Cadenzanian land holding Herulic people to Heruland, talks on how to otherwise unite Herules have been ongoing. Yesterday The Leader announced that people with Herulic ancestry will have an easier way of immigrating to the NMC, and will be offered housing, employment priority, and NSD150.000 if they chose to do so. The Kracsis government who will generously fund this project tells us that The Leader still desires to liberate Herules living in Cadenza, but says this will help to unite thousands of Herules who are fortunate enough to be able to move.
Heil und sæll.

TOP SECRET


 VERTEIDIGUNGSMINISTERIUM 



Codename: Operation Easter
Date: 110318
Hoherausländischergeneral Verhat K.


It is now 7 days since operation easter got underway.
Our forces reached November 2 and Sierra 2, both designated as such because of the heavy troop concentration in the positions, owned by warlords and their armies.
The takeover of the positions was done by masterful combined arms tactics, orchestrated by Ostreichan generals and soldiers themselves.
It took 8 hours to capture the position with few casualties inflicted upon our side.
It has been 5 hours since we have been engaged or have engaged in combat.

We are preparing to enter territory held by Kheyaus and its army and will do so tomorrow.
I do not see it necessary for Keitel to declare a state of war with Kheyaus, with the justification being we are reclaiming occupied territory.
We are aware that Kheyaus is still heavily increasing the number of troops they have in Ostreich, clearly in response to this operation.


Heil und sæll, Gott mit uns.

by **Nacija Slavia** » Sun Mar 11, 2018 5:19 pm

The moment of truth. After long, sleepless months of development it was finally complete. Greg Kerman stood on the grass in the early hours of the morning. Jet lag taking its toll as the half day time difference in Kerthenia set in. Regardless, he was here to witness the outcome of years of hard work. The Explorer 1 Duna mission.

Thousands had come from all over to watch the launch, and back home in Slavia, millions were glued to the news broadcast. Countless Kerthenians came to see the spectacle along with their Slavian brethren. A massive launch vehicle, with 2 boosters and a cone shaped bulb on top holding the rover and satellite destined for the red planet. The mission had countless contributions in experiments from many nations including Cadenza, Qusmos, Kolonia, Serria, and Avellum. Representatives from each nation were present at the event.

The final countdown begins...
...6
...5
...4
...3
...2
...1

The engines came to life in a thundering roar as the Slavian rocket lifted off the Kerthenian launchpad, bound to make history as one of the most ambitious projects the northern nation had ever undertaken. The bright glow of the rocket flew into the sky, signifying a moment when all people, be they Herulik, Anderian, Slavian, lblanian, or Kerthenian, could come together to witness the wonder of exploration.

by **Qusmos** » Sun Mar 11, 2018 5:26 pm

Streles, Qusmos, 3/11/18
At the podium stands an exuberant Olivia Maximilien, with a screen behind her showing a rendering of a slender, narrow-body jet with engines almost integrated into the wings and a nose extended unusually far forward.
"Hello to all of you, and today marks the conclusion of the prototyping of the Tempore, an essential part of the trifecta of new supersonic transports. Last but not least, we've spent so long making sure that it reaches our citizens in the safest and most capable configuration possible. With its impressive 125-person capacity, this beautiful bird spreads its wings at a blisteringly high speed of Mach 3 in exquisite comfort. While Momenta was quiet, fast, and long range, Tempore is faster and longer range, able to service routes across the globe.This range amounts to an unparalleled 12,000 km, able to reach over 80% of destinations without a need for connecting routes. Across this revolutionary new line of aircraft, similar capabilities follow: massive range, decreased flight times, and a groundbreaking lightweight construction. Again, our aerospace engineers have exceeded our highest expectations."
Tempore Specifications

Ongoing Research and Development

Research and Development Center, Streles, Qusmos, 02/28/18

STREAM Engine Development Lab Transcript
C-Classified
8:50:15PM: Engine endurance test start.
2:47:51AM: Temperature sensors on core # 1 show that internal temperatures reach 1450C after fuel burn.
2:50:02AM: Temperature sensors in exhaust section stabilize.
2:51:04AM: Temperature sensors on core # 1 show that internal temperatures reach 1600C after fuel burn.
2:51:05AM: A loud pop is heard.
2:51:06AM: A jet of flame comes out of the back of the engine.
2:51:07AM: A loud pop is heard.
2:51:08AM: Fuel flow to the engine fails.
2:52:14AM: The engine begins to spool down.
2:53:43AM: The engine finishes spooling down.
3:05:54AM: The engine cools down to idle temperatures.
3:15:10AM: Engine teardown by researchers begins.

Research and Development Center, Streles, Qusmos, 03/01/18

STREAM Engine Development Report
C-Classified
Engine core # 1 experienced catastrophic overheating, causing melting of internal componentry and metals. 
These metals, now molten, cooled rapidly while in the engine exhaust, showing why the exhaust section temperatures decreased. 
At 2:51:05AM, the FADEC was destroyed fully and a compressor surge occurred. 
All turbine blades in the core are broken, and we will need a new core as the internal damage is too severe.
New FADEC software recommended for all commercial engines to be used in Ephemera, Momenta, and Tempore.
Planned engine completion date for Project Delta is delayed to April 31st.

Report on Progress in Ostreich, 3/06/18
B-Classified

EXTRA FORCE ALLOCATION REQUESTED TO PUSH OUT OF SECTOR.
RUNWAYS NEEDED FOR CAS.
LOSSES HAVE BEEN LIGHT BUT MOUNTING SLOWLY.
VEHICLES WORKING WELL SO FAR.
SOLDIERS PERFORMING ADMIRABLY.
PLEASE RESPOND.

by **New Anderia** » Mon Mar 12, 2018 7:25 pm

Red Ostreich, between Barkadian and Anderian operators

Two Anderian trucks drove close to the border of the Anderian and Barkadian occupation zones. They had hastily painted OB. (Ostreich Bevrijdingsleger) emblems applied to the doors. As they neared, other trucks approached from the Barkadian side. Three Barkadian soldiers and an Ostreich fighter got out of the trucks, and six Anderians left theirs. The leader of the Anderians, Senior Sergeant Tihon Krìvs, raised his hand in greeting. "Hello comrades! I assume you all are Misters Jon Firwood, Greg Neddle, Larry Pineto, and Konrad Geyer?" The four men looked at him, puzzled by his pronunciation. Krìvs's smile faltered at their reaction. Firwood piped up, "Er, Yes. We ah, have the packages. Er, rather, a shipment of Innocence. Funny, that we're transferring them from you to you only so that you can give them back to us."
"Ah, well. It is only a formality that Casino and Innocence must travel overland through the Ostreich. We wouldn't want Klathulian or, god forbid, Kerthenian vessels intercepting shipments from the Vulduv." Konrad looked puzzled. "Casino? Innocence?" The Anderians and Barkadians stiffened. "Er, well, it is sensitive information. I would gladly tell you if it were not." Konrad raised an eyebrow, then shrugged. "Anyways,"continued Krìvs," by the time we complete the overland transport the Vulduv will have passed through Kerthenian waters without issue. From there, the Vulduv and other ships will stop at Zbišlina—" He paused. "Ships will stop at Osprey where they will be transferred to Orchid for the last leg of the journey."

by **Qusmos** » Mon Mar 12, 2018 7:29 pm

Auriteaux, Qusmos, 3/12/18
Elodie Martine speaks at a podium, acting as an envoy between the people and the legislature.
“Hello, everybody! The legislature has been proposing a decrease in the size of the army so that we can implement a slight budget cut accordingly. As we haven’t been projecting anywhere with our army while not supported by our allies, they figure it’s a good idea. However, we also have to take care of those brave veterans who would be removed from service. As a result, a plan for expanding veteran training programs is included in the bill. As is traditional when a vote is called, March 24th will be a voting holiday for this year. Those who requested absentee voting forms will have them provided by the 17th until which date campaigning on the issue will be allowed. Before voting, you will be asked to answer what the bill proposes to do and a few other questions, as is the procedure. Thank you in advance for your civic participation!"

A-Classified: 011R/111F(L)

by **Edusa** » Mon Mar 12, 2018 8:20 pm

This is a message from the Minister of Economy Maritxu Lurreder and the Minister of Foreign Affair Aaron Arretxea

We would like to announce the discovery of a large oil field in the north east of Edusa that, according to our experts and their first geological surveys, is holding around 430 million of oil barrels. Sadly, the National Ressource Development budget is rather small and will not allow us to build a large and effective oil extraction complex. With that in mind would like to find investors to finance and achieve this project. These investors will be granted economical privileges over the Edusan oil industry that will be discussed after the interested parties unveil themselves and make their offers.

by **Sellen** » Mon Mar 12, 2018 10:41 pm

Sellan Ministry of Media
Broadcast Incoming

Good afternoon beloved citizens! I am pleased to report on behalf of the General and our great nation that the Capstone Aeronautical Engineering company has been selected to design the massive quad-turboprop engines on the Behemoth BFM transport helicopter, the largest rotary wing aircraft in the world, a collaboration between our homeland, the Serrian Archipelago and the Republic of Qusmos. Our great General wishes to personally hand the design team at Capstone honorary medals, and will also attend the delivery of our helicopter. Although the helicopter is restricted to civil use only, it will attend Sellen's annual military parade in Haast, the parade delayed for the delivery of Sellen's own, set to be registered SL-HBF.

Vive Sellen!

by **Dozeph** » Wed Mar 14, 2018 11:22 am

Kracsis State News Channel 5

As of today the government reports that the Army Engineer Corps has selected their mountain for creating our Continuance of Government program. General Kerin has stated that the goal is to create as impenetrable a fortress as possible, and the finest universities from across the NMC have already been brought in on the project. An anonymous source stated that the most important facilities will exist below sea level. In other news, a government estimated 2,500 civilians of Menian and Herulic heritage have taken part in our civic resettlement incentive program, with Kracsis sector expected to receive some 800 families. This will no doubt bring joy to many hearts to see Menians return to their homeland, in addition another 60 families of unrelated heritage have chosen to join the Dozephian party.

by **North Mlorba Confederation** » Thu Mar 15, 2018 4:09 pm

MLORBA NEWS REPORT

International News:
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THE LEADER THREATENS CDN FORCES
After the Vellina awards did not peacefully cede land to the NMC, to secure peace on the continent, the foreign military buildup in Cadenza has accumulated. Lately, it has gotten so bad, that the Leader was forced to threaten action if this buildup is not halted immediately. The Leader said so in a speech earlier today:
"Ever since the North Mlorba people started to finally strive towards unification and self-determination, foreign powers have done their best to stop us. Even by the war in Iblania, not many months ago, such interference fell upon us. I do not blame the Iblanian government for defending their homeland, we would all do the same to our own. But Iblania possed property and land that was populated by our people, something that this great endeavor could not tolerate. We tried to reason with them, but history tells us that such reasoning failed. The Iblanians fought hard, and they fought just because they had legitimate reasons to fight. But behind this show of national pride on either side, the tentacles of internationalism revealed itself. Not wanting to be left out, or desiring the liberty they themselves value, Kerthenia assisted Iblania in their war efforts. What is even worse, communist sympathizers were armed and backed by the land across the Arctic, Barkadia.
At the time, i did not think much of it. The war was swiftly won, even with the assistance Iblania was awarded, and the communists have received the same treatment as they practice upon our communities. I believed after this show of strength and determination to unite our people, Cadenza, who holds even more people than Iblania did, would be willing to settle this peacefully for once. Naively I thought so. Not naively because Cadenza could not reason with us, the Cadenzanian people and government are very wise people indeed. Naively because I neglected the internationalists, who of course know better to desire everlasting peace.
Cadenza joined arms with the CDN after our victory in Iblania and Paradis. They were reasonably shakey after the show of force and had little in the way of an army themselves. I, along with The Confessor from Kracsis and General Cieplinski from Sellen arranged what was to be called the Vellina awards, and was to ensure lasting peace on the continent. Cadenza holds large swaths of land with people that do not desire to live nor belong in Cadenza, with much of it holding historical significance to Heruland, Kracsis, and Sellen. Combined, we could easily have conquered Cadenza and just taken the land. The Cadenzanian Armed Forces only consisted of a couple thousand men, compared to our combined millions. But we didn't declare war, we did not even threaten war with Cadenza. Humble and hopeful, we asked for the minimum amount of land we needed, not a meter more. Had Cadenza been without foreign intervention, or had the capitalist world cared for the lives of men, this would have been an irrefusable offer to eternal peace on Mlorba. But as we know now, this is not the case. Being what they are, capitalists, they did not care for the men and women, they only cared for power, and losing that land would mean that power would decrease by an insignificant amount. An insignificant amount of capital lost is, of course, a larger issue than millions of lives.
I have already talked plenty about what exactly went down that day, and i could shame the CDN for it for hours on end. In many cases that is exactly what I have done. But the thread of happy men was so unbearable for the CDN, that they started accumulating forces in Cadenza, to protect their illegitimate claim. Once again the tentacles of internationalism tightened its grip on the ever-growing sword, ready to decapitate the will of our people at any second. I must apologize for having turned a blind eye to this for so long. If this buildup continues, I fear the result of our unification will end in our demise. And that is why I from now on will not tolerate foreign militarization of Cadenza. If such a thing should continue, we are forced to do the unthinkable, but the unthinkable we shall do with all of our might."
Heil und sæll.

National News:
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CONSCRIPTION EXPANDS
The Leader has teased with the plans to expand conscription ever since military expenditure was increased. High General, Sanselle Kerman explains to us why extending conscription in nessescary:
"We have now reached the point where almost all of our former reserves are now full-time active soldiers, meaning reserves to protect the homeland, and to replace active personnel are in high demand. We currently have 1.660.000 active soldiers in the army, and plan to enlist about 3.330.000 soldiers to support the active men, making up about 5.000.000 in total."

Heil und sæll.

by **New Anderia** » Thu Mar 15, 2018 6:29 pm

Barkadia - Anderia - Kolonia - Traestan - Zhioubin
Economic & Customs Community

In the conclusion of the Week-long BAKTZ summit in Keiming, all of our member nations have all agreed to officially end all usage of the Kerthenian Obol in trade, both internally and as a bloc. To counter any struggles this could provide to nations like Kolonia and Traestan, Anderia has promised to invest fully into their economic recovery and will subsidize key industries. Additionally, we have started a common programme to invest into the mechanization of Zhioubinese farming, and Traestani Healthcare and Internet infrastructure. Additionally, we have agreed to work together to invest into common indistries in the Democratic Republic of Qusmos and the United Kingdom of Dolphiland. Additionally, we are beginning a joint mission into Suroig with the permission of the Dolphik government to protect our assets and our access through the strait.

Thank you for your time.

by **Dozeph** » Fri Mar 16, 2018 12:44 pm

State News Channel 34

Today across Kracsis, civil law enforcement officers are reporting an up-tick in illegal activities on behalf of the Isolationist Menian DemFash party. Several factories have experienced worker shortages and party Infrastructure Program leaders report construction for Hyperlanes 3-7 will now be 2 weeks behind schedule. Dozeph announced personally that the Democratic-Fascists will be dealt with swiftly if they do not cease their activities; meanwhile chief of Dozeph City law-enforcement reports a successful raid on DemFash headquarters this morning.

In other news, immigrants from Cadenza continue to arrive. The government expects an increased flow of immigrants as news of our generous resettlement programs spreads among Menian and Herulic Cadenzans.

Top-Secret

by **Nacija Slavia** » Fri Mar 16, 2018 1:33 pm

Slavia Evening News
Greg Kerman announced that a representative senate vote on passing sanctions and an embargo on Sellen and the NMC following further threats by them against the sovereignty of Cadenza has passed 138-12. They will go into affect this Saturday morning.

Sales of the MNS-5 and 5B pistols to the nations of Edusa and Traestan have been finalized today. Edusa has chosen to purchase 7500 pistols for the price of 3.5 million, and Traestan purchased 86 for 51.6 thousand. It is the first international sale of these 2 weapons to nations.

Explorer 1 was launched last week from Kerthenia and on Wednesday successfully completed its transfer burn to the red planet, Duna. It is currently en route between planets in open space.

The NH-3 'Orca' military gyrodine set a new world record in air speed yesterday, hitting a top speed of 601 kph in level flight. Officials were very surprised by the outcome of a typically routine speed test and say that this result could contribute significantly to further improvements of speed in gyrodines.

The Force Expansion Project (FEP) is nearing completion, with increases in budget to 90 million, the increase in personnel to 300 thousand total (210 thousand active, 90 thousand reserve), and the integration of the NSEA as a branch of the military. The expansion will likely be finished in the next 2-3 weeks.

SIC
Message to Generals - Following threats from the NMC of an invasion of Cadenza, Operation Stingray has been approved. Reinforcements including 40,000 men will arrive in Cadenza over the course of the next 2 weeks. They will be joined by 150 fighter aircraft and 200 MRBM's, along with 200 armored cars and 100 ST-9 Main Battle Tanks. We also have reason to believe that a mass murder of communist sympathizers in Iblania is occurring. Should this be found true, Operation Whiteout will be initiated immediately.

by **Kerthenia** » Fri Mar 16, 2018 3:44 pm

The following is Secret In Character

MESSAGE: PRIORITY [FLASH]
FROM: DEFENSE INTELLIGENCE OFFICE, UNITED STATES OF KERTHENIA
RECIPIENT: PAPAL CONSTITUTIONAL MONARCHY OF SERRIA
SUBJECT: [URGENT]- KRACSIAN COVERUP
CONTENT:

<<MESSAGE INTERCEPTED BY QUSMOSI INTELLIGENCE FROM KRACSIAN INTEL AGENCIES... MESSAGE DECRYPTED READS:
"your mission is to apprehend a kerthenian agent aboard [redacted] and assassinate [redacted] while using the identity of the kerthenian agent. this will have the effect of bringing the cdn, kerthenia, and serria into conflict with eachother."
URGENT, URGENT. IT'S A TRICK. WE WERE NOT INVOLVED WITH THE ASSASSINATION. A KERTHENIAN AGENT IN THE NMC WENT DARK A WEEK AGO, AND THE DENTALS OF THE ASSASSIN WILL NOT MATCH THE ATTACHED PROFILE OF OUR LATE AGENT... PLEASE REMAIN IN TOUCH. DO NOT FALL FOR THE TRICK.>>

by **New Anderia** » Fri Mar 16, 2018 4:59 pm

Port of Marcovicıa, Zbišlina Isle.

The Anderian ship Vulduv sits in the harbour late in hte evening. Nearby are the transport ships it has been sailing alongside, who are unloading Casino and Innocence to be transferred over to Orchid. Major Kirā stood on the Vulduv's deck, alongside Senior Lieutenant Kedziersk and Captain Seskǫv. It started to rain, a soft rain, as the Major looked out to see men trollying the deliveries onto large trucks. In two day's time, the delivery and the forces under her command would arrive in Barkadia and begin setup. She looked upwards, thankful for the thick clouds. After all, if the Kerthenians could see this it could very well lead to crisis in the north. She looked back down at the men and women, and then turned to go inside for a cigarette. As she shut the door, lightning flashed.
Seconds later, thunder.

by **Ksp-jamhana** » Fri Mar 16, 2018 7:44 pm

Jamhana has passed a vote on increasing its Military Budget to 110 Billion.

At a slim vote in the congress and Senate at any time either side could have won the new budget plan did get passed on the skin on it teeth winning but 43/40 in Congress and won by 12/11. This mean the plans of the president to add new equipment to it air defense will be done with. And will soon start his plans to rebuild the navy. Jamhana has bought bombers and anti aircraft supplies from companies in The Serrian Archipelago. It cost Jamhana with its new budget: 5,869,109,900 NSD. Giving Jamhana 10 new bombers and 11 AMLIS. This seem all fine and dandy but there only one problem. President Jeremiah Gowil term as president is going to end soon and who knows will win.

CLASSIFIED

Dear General Klinge and #censoredDiplomats#,
Jamhana elections are dangerously close. With three possible people having the highest chance of winning election, I am worried who will win. Here are the three people most likely to win.

John Klair: A renounced tycoon in the titanium business who is one of the richest men in Jamhana. He seem his plan is to reform labor laws and try to destroy policy that protected the mountains from being mining for resource do to its historical value. There is also speculation he been working with Kerthina. Its really unknown what his plans are if he became president.

Michael Byra: Parents both from New Anderia, and a renowned communist. His plans seems easily forward. Reform the government where he has control of all the local militias and put it under communist rule. We have been hearing reports he has already made deal with other communist nations to support his cause. He been funding his own military force under a militia title of The Minos Defense. He number in force are at the last report over 300,000 men. About 45% are actually fighting men. Unknown is the rest of the Militias have already agreed to support him.

And the last one is the worse of them all.
Melina Trent :A former Valkyrie Ranger. A elite all female military legion. She was ranked as a commander until she ordered "Classified information" causing the death of over 990 people, getting her kicked out of the military. She than married a man who ran the one of largest the militia in the nation at the time had about 300,000 men. 2 years later he was found dead with a knife in his neck. For the last 20 years she has personally added 900,000 men to her militia with a now total of 1.2 million men. They control about 30% of the money going in and out of Jamhana. She is highly dangerous and no doubt a fascist leader ready to take all the power for herself. It is unknown if she has allies or anyone out of the nation supporting her. If she has no allies, that scares me even more that she built this by herself with no help.

If either Byra or trent win. My last request as president is for our allies and our inner military to active "Operation Judis."
I don't know if ill survive elections. Be ready General, we might need to fight to keep the Republic together.

by **Cascablanca** » Fri Mar 16, 2018 10:21 pm

Seysutebyeau, S.F.D., Cascablanca
A bill detailing funding towards a new space program passed by a wide margin in the Hablaschambre earlier this evening. Presidente Peqcetfuaro signed the bill into law soon thereafter, along with numerous other budgetary revisions several hours ago. The implications of the bill are detailed below:

Total Government Budget: ╒37.5 billion.
Programma Espacya formed
Purpose: To explore the stars and grant Cascablanca a place in the great heavens above.
Annual Funding: ╒3.3 billion.
Percentage of Budget: 8.8%

Additional Funding to the MIlitary
Purpose: To replace all of the foamboard-covered lawnmowers that we call "armored vehicles."
Annual Funding: ╒9.2 billion.
Percentage of Budget: 24%.

Other parts of the government budget were shifted to the same proportions by this bill and are therefore not described here.
The development of spacefaring technology is a gnarly road, and therefore we would be very accepting of cooperation with larger powers for the mutual development of our capabilities!

May Cascablanca sail onto prosperous days! Sure Fuaro!

by **Ando-Ostreich** » Fri Mar 16, 2018 10:44 pm

The Democratic Republic of the Ostreich

Workers and peasants of the Ostreich! The Anderian military government has decided to begin lessening it's managerial influence in the Ostreich, and the Arbeiders en Boeren Partij has taken power over their former occupation zone. It is our sworn mission not only to unite the Ostreich under the people's banner, but to continue the fight in this protracted people's war! Gone will be the days of conventional warfare, we will not fight on the terms of hte bourgeoisie! We will achieve victory by any means necessary! We shall b the bullwark of the Ostreich revolution! Upon the completion of our first and primary goal, victory over the capitalists and the imperialists, will begin the emancipation of labour and the rebuilding of the Ostreich's industry. No longer will our self determination be directed by the bourgeoisie or foriegn imperialists! To the north: Your liberation shall soon be upon you comrades!

by **Blorbs** » Fri Mar 16, 2018 11:11 pm

Outside of the Almatrov Hall Restaurant, Groznyk, New Anderia

A number of KBN agents sit in an idling limousine, heavily tinted windows like mirrors from the outside in the evening sun. One, putting on a poorly maintained cheap Anderian suit, slides a matte black steel tube down the back of his jacket. The other Blorbik who had produced the tube from a duffel bag on the floor addresses the first in Blorbik,

"Who is this you're assassinating, anyway?"

"Hoza Alihadžijev, General-Commander of the Internal Security Forces."

"Why, exactly?"

"Alihadžijev is among the group who would want to see a more autocratic Anderia with him in leadership in the long run. Nothing particularly grandiose, but he is a threat."

"You'd think we'd get at least a minor briefing, but I suppose they really don't want to have any more opportunities for this information to get out before its over than there has to be."

The Blorbik in the shoddy Anderian suit steps out through the door, and walks around in the alley of the restaurant. For a short moment, he stands waiting, until another poor-suit clad individual comes out holding a farcical number of trash bags.

"You need a hand with that?" The Blorbik says, now speaking in flawless Anderian Common, "Its my first day, they hired me to help with cleanup, though I really hope I can climb up the ladder."

"Huh?" The Anderian, obviously tired, jolts awake, "Oh, yeah, thank god! There's about twenty more bags back in there, its insane how much trash they have."

Immediately he springs into action, blending perfectly in with the bustle of the kitchen of this very high brow Anderian restaurant. After carrying a few bags, he grabs a mop and begins attempting to look like he's cleaning the floors, while sneaking glances through the kitchen door to another door at the back of the building. A single I.S.F guard stands post at the door, adorned with a plaque that reads "PRIVATE DINING ROOM." After pseudomopping for several minutes, he catches a glance at a woman—Hoza Alihadžijev's wife—passing through the door and making way to the restrooms. With mild haste, he then makes his way down to the far back end of the Kitchen, mop in hand, where a door with the same "PRIVATE DINING ROOM" plaque perched on it, albeit significantly dirtier and worn out.

He pushes back first into the small double door, making a great show of attempting to clean the floors, moving with vigor all across the room, until bumping into the occupied table and looking up to see Hoza's scowling face.

"Oh my—I am so sorry, sir" he pleads, while his hand slides around to his back and, in an instant with great dexterity, swipes out the matte black metal tube, and from a foot away points it directly into is forehead, his middle finger compressing on a small rubber rectangle protruding from the bottom of the tube, followed by a solitary pop no louder than a footstep. Alihadžijev immediately slumps down onto the table, impact quieted by falling into his very ample portion of traditional Anderian food, followed by the formation of a mildly large pool of blood on his plate and place mat. He immediately replaces the tube into his shirt and returns to the vigorous mopping back in the kitchen, making his way over to the side door and then making a calculated slide out followed by casually walking out back to the limousine.

Back inside, the woman returns to the room, followed by a piercing scream. The I.S.F guard immediately bursts through the door, and seeing the assassinated Alihadžijev, with explicit orders to cover up any weakness in the military government, grabs the womanand silences her. A concerned waiter then stumbles into the room before freezing in terror, as the guard produces a snub nose revolver and fires it into the chest of the employee, then immediately attempting to call for assistance in completely disposing of all three bodies. After the scream and heavy thump, the explosive sound of a snub nose .50 calibre revolver was more than enough to cause the customers and staff alike to come running out from the building, on to the street where just moments ago a limousine drove off unhindered.

by **Qusmos** » Sat Mar 17, 2018 5:48 am

Auriteaux, Qusmos, 3/16/18
Elodie Martine speaks about the disuse of the Kerthenian Obol by BAKTZ.
“This week has certainly been a trying time for foreign affairs. The main issue, of course, is the disuse of the Obol by BAKTZ, which somewhat delegitimizes a currency essential to the economy of the world. This was a bold move, and we are saddened that Kolonia and Traestan have allowed for this to occur. These actions place the world economy under serious threat, and as such, I am disappointed in those that have allowed it to occur when it is clearly in their best interest not to do so. We will continue to pursue more positive relations with Kolonia and Traestan, but this has certainly hurt the friendship and bond between our great nations. “

Streles, Qusmos, Historic District, 3/17/18
Sonia Fairburn. Aerospace engineer. Lived alone in the Historic District. Blue eyes, black hair. Supporter of the Social Democrats, active voter. Pro-government transparency. Worked on the STREAM engine project. Records show she owned no firearms, although they could be legally unregistered. Pacifist.

She began the short walk back to her apartment. Her footsteps pitter-pattered on the worn cobblestones, echoing into the night. Judging from the sounds her feet made It was eerily quiet tonight, with the exception of her footsteps. The faint but piercing screeches of hawks overhead graced the night. The subway system shook the ground ever so slightly, but it was noticeable if you looked for it. A cricket’s high-pitched, lonely chirp cried out. Of course, she noticed none of this. She wanted to be home, safe, and sound. And on top of that, she’d heard it so often it was almost routine, tuned out by standard processes in her brain.

And so, she never noticed the muffled footsteps behind her.

B-Classified Transmission, 3/16/18, 23:32 PM

A-Classified: 101/010R/011F(L)/110

by **Wasabiton** » Sat Mar 17, 2018 10:54 am

Hikodo,Hokubuhon

Newly elected president Akito Kerman walks up to a podium to speak.

"Citizens of the Northern Republic, I come to you today with sad news, despite knowing that what they are doing will lead to conflict, the foolish leader of the NMC has decided to continue threatening the nation of Cadenza because Cadenza won't give in to their foolish demands.
I believe that these threats will be sent towards us and our northern friend Iblania. Because we believe this, I am announcing an increase of mobilized reserves to bring our active personnel to 900,000 brave soldiers. In lighter news, we would like to offer to build an embassy in the neighboring country of Casablanca to better improve relations. Thank you and long live the republic.

Classified Transmission to the Minister of Defence

by **Qusmos** » Sat Mar 17, 2018 2:26 pm

Streles, Qusmos, Historic District, 3/17/18
Sonia Fairburn sat in her apartment, tending to cleaning up dinner and finalizing work duties. She hid a file folder labeled “STREAM engine catastrophic failure report” in a kitchen cabinet and closed the door. As she started to walk upstairs, the door creaked open. Mid-footstep, she froze. She began to tiptoe down the stairs, making sure her light footsteps made no noise on the hard flooring.

The man drew his gun and held it in front of him. In an even tone, he stated, “If you come out, I will not harm you. I know you’re in here, and just want to talk.”.

The woman emerged from the stairwell with her hands held in the air, full body in view.

The man fired, his pistol suppressed but not silent.

The woman fell to the floor with a lifeless thump.

The agent searched through the house, perusing cabinets, shelves, and all other places where a folder could hide. Once he found his goal, he took a match and walked outside. There, he struck the match and lit his latex gloves alight on the woman’s body. Toxic hydrogen cyanide from the burning gloves started to pool in the apartment.

Letter, 3/17/18

by **Mon Faira** » Sat Mar 17, 2018 2:34 pm

Socialist State of Mon Faira

Lorbic Imperial Front

Lorbic Imperial Front, 25 miles west of the last stronghold

On the railroad track two trains were travelling westward were hauling 5 K-6 series guns and were beginning to slow down for a bridge crossing. 3 dozen of the Mon Fairan soldiers on the trains jumped off and walked over the bridge to the westward side, and signaled that it was clear to cross. The 1st train crossed the bridge without a problem, but as the second train was crossing a massive explosion erupted from the bridge, collapsing the section closest to the western side. The locomotive and the ammunition car went off the bridge pulling down the rest of the train with it, including 2 K-6 guns. As this was happening the Mon Fairan soldiers on the west side of the bridge took up defensive positions around the first train as bullets from a small group of LIF fighters, around 4, came whistling past them injuring 5 and killing 2. The soldiers open fired with both rifles and rocket launchers silencing the fighters. With the immediate threat began to escort the first train further west with reinforcements in the form of tanks meeting up with them soon. They continued westwards to the artillery firing positions.

TO- Commander Ogel
SUBJECT: Heavy artillery loss

We have recently lost 2 K-6 guns en route to the artillery positions 1-5 to LIF ambush.
The remaining 3 guns are underway to positions 1-3.
Additional casualties are 53 killed, 98 wounded in the ambush

FROM-Artillery Captain Alexei

by **Cascablanca** » Mon Mar 19, 2018 9:32 pm

Seysutebyau, S.F.D., Cascablanca
As per usual, Leu Presidente Henrico Peqcetfuaro is briefed on recent events involving Cascablanca.

Semana Revlyra -- Presidentiale[/i] (Weekly Review -- Presidential)
1. Development of the Rangeur I ballistic rocket is complete -- expected to enter production in three days. In it's weaponized form, it can strike a target at a distance of 2,000km with a 500kg warhead, at an accuracy of 5km if all goes well. It is also expected to be capable of probing the space near Kerbin, and is capable of launching a small craft into a suborbital trajectory. After it's debut, development on the Rangeur II is expected to take place, using lessons learned from the Rangeur I to construct a more capable rocket. The current production cost of a Rangeur I is about ╒21,000,000 per rocket. It is expected to lower to ╒15,000,000 after parts become more available as the PE's production lines advance.

2. On the same date, the first order of AQ-1 Attack Aircraft should make their way to the CDF airbases. The AQ-1 is a single-engine turbofan attack aircraft equipped with a 30mm chaingun, two Hydra rocket launchers, and a top speed of 870 kilometers per hour. It has been in development under the previous regimes for ten years in multiple forms, but only recently have we been capable of effectively developing or acquiring the technologies necessary to make it work. It is intended for close ground support, with a heavily armored belly and the engine being positioned on top. Ejection is very difficult and hazardous, but at such low altitudes it is not recommended to eject regardless. The price per unit is currently sitting at ╒35,000,000.

3. A request for an embassy has been recieved from the Hokubuhon Republic on our northern border. There exists several spaces in Seysutebyau that could be easily purchased in a good area to construct such a structure.

4. Design work on the new fighter jet is still underway, but it is not yet fully refined, nor the specifications fully outlined. Prototype construction and testing will take place shortly after designs are finalized, and production is expected to take some time to accomplish.

5. Naval revampment is deeply underway and is expected to be complete in 1-2 weeks. The Cascablancan navy will be outfitted with two new destroyers, and a light cruiser to compliment them.

6. Civillian infrastructure projects are becoming highly successful, such as the expansion of the Hentland Aqueduct, carrying fresh water from the Lakes into Seysutebyau for usage.

7. The government budget is, however, expected to run out of money rather quickly at the current rate of income. Our recent expansion projects are having difficulties acquiring funding, and inflation may occur if taxation is not increased.

Kyallé mercyie,
Leu Equipa dye Revlyra

Later that day, Peqcetfuaro makes an unpopular announcement; the federal income tax will be raised to 14% in the coming year. While this may hurt his polls, it will certainly help pay for a better equipped Cascablana. Furthermore, the request for an embassy in Seysutebyau from Hokubuhon has been recieved and accepted. Cascablanca will also likewise request an embassy in Hokuhon for the same purposes, to facilitate positive relations with our northern neighbors. Peqcetfuaro also requests that a treatise for the demilitarization and cooperative border security of the Hokubuhon border, and hopes that this request will be granted in the interest of freeing trade, and easing the process of the transferrance of goods between Cascablanca and Hokubuhon. It is our vision that trucks and trains will be able to pass over the border with only a brief investigative stop, simply to ensure that nothing illegal is occurring. Economically linking and encouraging trade between our nations will result in mutually beneficial consequences in the long run for both, and so we duly hope that our proposal is received well with the people of Hokubuhon. We do declare, Cascablanca wants to be friends with Hokubuhon, and we hope that our relationship may blossom now and in the future.

On another note, Cascablanca is looking into purchasing new military equipment. If any power has products to market, we would appreciate it if you could make us aware of your wares.

Thank you and have a good evening.
Kyallé Mercyie,
Leu Departamente dye Communycacion Publico dye Cascablanca

by **Wasabiton** » Tue Mar 20, 2018 8:11 am

Gilgamesh Arsenal, Hokubuhon, SIC
A large convoy drove into the secretive weapon testing facility known as the gilgamesh arsenal in the cover of night. when they stopped they grabbed an object not easy to make out from the trailer of a semi truck the head scientist Akoto Kerman walked up and asked the driver if this was the "Package" after he relied yes and the soldiers confirmed it, the drivers were detained and one who tried to run was shot. "Finally we can give this another try." said Akoto as he smiled at the device.
SIC
Message to President Henrico

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