Winter on Fire (IC/MT/Atlas+Invite)

by **New Austzeland** » Mon Oct 10, 2016 2:15 pm

This is the IC thread for the RP Winter on Fire. Before posting, read all the rules on the OOC thread here, and do not post if you are not in the region of Atlas or if you have been specifically invited by me.

10/10/2016 - 11:48 AM, Eastern Vertanika - -14°C, Light flurries

Although the snow which covered every inch of the farmlands in most of Zolevskoy, Simeon Filipović continued to drive his 1980 Volkswagen Scirocco across the old, moderately maintained road which he always took to and from the town of Veznij. The only reason he usually went there was to get groceries, fuel up his old, but trusty VW, and run any other errands to keep his ranch up and running, especially to feed his cows. The stereo of his car was playing music from when he was about 20 years old, what Simeon considered the "golden years" of his entire life, shortly before Vertanika gained independence from Stasnov. These golden years unfortunately ended when his country seperated from the socialist state, resulting in a new, capitalist state. Simeon identified as a left-wing agrarian, and although he would consider joining the Vertanika Revolutionary Party he knew that he had better opportunities for success as a farmer.

After about a 30 minute drive Simeon finally arrived back at his house. It wasn't anything special, just an old single-story bungalow which was built around 1992. It had all the amenities a typical house had, despite becoming older and older, resulting in more things requiring repair every so often. He parked his Scirocco just outside his house, and removed the CD from the radio of the vehicle before shutting the car down. He walked up the few steps which lead to his front door and unlocked it, shutting it and locking it again once he entered. Right after he knocked the snow off his shoes and took them off, kicking them to the side and turned the lights on for his living room. It was the exact same routine every Saturday, and although he wished for something new, he didn't mind it too much. It was home sweet home, after all.

He turned on his old television which automatically went to the national news channel. It was always the same old right-wing propaganda about how the newest Zolevskoyan military deployment would deter the VRP from "threatening" Vertanika. He took what the news anchors said for what they were worth though, taking what he heard for what it was worth. Simeon went to open the curtains for his living room window, the light from the sun which struggled to penetrate through the white, thick clouds entered the room. He noticed it had gotten way fogger than it was an hour ago, but he didn't care too much. However, as he turned away from the window, he had to turn back around and look again. We're those headlights approaching his house?

All he could see through the fog were 2 pairs of headlights at high - beam approaching his house. Who were they? Did they follow him on his way home? Regardless, it was a cause for concern. And it didn't help that they were both military vehicles, specifically UAZ-469s.

Simeon's curiosity got the best of him as he went out to investigate. Just as he got outside the occupants of the car got out after they came to a halt. The first thing he noticed were the Kalashnikovs most of them held, as well as their military uniforms. Each of them had VRP insignias on them. A man in a black leather coat and winter camouflage military trousers approached him.

"What is your name." He asked mildly sternly, his right hand on the Makarov in its holster. "What the hell is his name?" Simeon thought.

"Simeon Filipovic." He responded anxiously.

"Correct." Those very words freaked him out. How did he know??

"I think you know why we are here, yes?" The man, who was likely an officer asked. "Don't answer. Because we know you know. We overheard you in the grocery store talking to yourself." Although he knew exactly what he was talking about, Simeon still wanted alot of answers.

"I know you have alot of questions. I understand that. But let me propose something to you." The creepy, middle aged officer began. "You will have as many answers as you wish if you come with us. A new dawn rising upon Vertanika. We know this'll be an offer you can't refuse, even if you never had the choice." He stated, as a guerilla switched the safety off his AK-74 and looked at Simeon. Now he was feeling threatened due to the posture of the officer's henchmen, and his choice of words.

"What's this... new dawn?? And what the hell is your name?" He asked. The man gave him an even sterner look, which gradually turned into what appeared to be physical irritation.

"Did you not listen? At all??" He responded. "You get answers, if we get an answer. Are you willing to help plant the seeds for a new Vertanika?" Simeon assumed that with the posture of the guerillas and the attitude of their officer, he didn't have much of a choice. If he rejected, they'd probably kill him and burn his ranch down to prevent any evidence of them from being leaked, considering the way the VRP typically handled opposition.

"Fine." He responded, as reluctantly as he could.

"You do not know my name until we trust you enough." The officer said, as he put his hand on Simeon's shoulder and guided him to the UAZ in the rear.

Meanwhile in Gvozdni

Adrenaline, fear, and to a lesser extent, pride was rushing through Milojica's mind and body as he eagerly waited in the snowplow in an alley, within Vertanika's capital city of Gvozdni. He was dressed in the typical attire of a snowplow driver, however his intentions were not so noble, according to the Vertanikan government and their allies. He was lying in wait for the limousine carrying the Secretary of Defence of Vertanika to be stopped by a faulty red light, which he intended to smash into with his vehicle into a cafe, filled with citizens waiting for their morning coffee to get through their day. Once that was done, the enormous IED in the back of the truck would be detonated, causing chaos throughout the area, damaging Vertanika's capability to defend itself against the upcoming war, and sending a clear message to the people of the country.

"Milo, you there?" A voice came up over his radio. It was Javor, his comrade who was watching over where the attack would take place.

"Yes, what's happening?" He replied.

"There's a fairly well protected convoy of limousines passing through your area. Apparently they're transporting the Secretary of Defence, so yeah. There also happened to be some electrical issues with an intersection in your route, so watch out." Javor informed Milojica about his route.

"Got it, thanks for the heads up." Immediately after, he turned the ignition for the Ural-4320, which started up the massive engine. Although death was pretty much certain for him, he volunteered to do this when nobody else would. He was regarded as a "Hero of the Revolution" by his fellow revolutionaries, and even wished luck by Anton Komogartsev himself, the founder and supreme leader of the VRP.

As he was lost in his thoughts, he noticed several police cruisers pass by on the road in front of him. This was it. [i"]Third limo from the first..."[/i] Milo said to himself, as the vehicles stopped at the uncontrolled intersection. As the first one rolled by, the second one began passing when he slammed the gas pedal down. Right as the third limo was about to turn, the Ural t-boned the side of it, slamming it into the Starbucks and most likely killing the secretary. As he opened the door and got out, he held up his detonator as he prepared to detonate the IED.

"A NEW DAWN RIS-" Just as he was about to yell out what he was told to, his entire vision went completely dark. The last thing he never saw was the driver of the limo roll down his window and shoot him in the head before he could detonate the bomb. Regardless, the secretary was dead, as well as most of the others inside the limo and many bystanders. Not long after, the VRP would begin mobilizing, and a "new dawn" would rise upon Vertanika, that they believed nobody could stop.

by **New Austzeland** » Wed Oct 12, 2016 4:40 pm

12/09/2016 - Vertanikan Secretary of Defence and Several Other Civilians Killed in Terrorist Attack, VRP Claims Responsibility and Declares Launch of "a rising dawn"

Pictured above: Citizens of Danja Luka paying respects to the people murdered in the attack outside the Vertanikan embassy.

Citizens of Vertanika are grieving today as a terrorist attack in the capital of Gvozdni not only killed 15 innocent people in a Starbucks cafe, but also the country's Secretary of Defence and his wife. Their 2 children were not travelling with them at the time, however many are in disbelief, wondering how much worse it could have been. However, it could have been much worse as at least 3 tonnes of explosives were found in the vehicle used to ram the SoD's limousine. Before the terrorist, recently identified as Milojica Stasvolga could detonate the explosives, the driver of the secretary's limousine shot and killed him with his personal handgun.

It did not take long for the Vertanika Revolutionary Party, a Marxist-Leninist terrorist organization operating in Vertanika to claim responsibility for the attack. Just one day later, the terrorists have officially declared the beginning of a "new dawn" upon the small, 2nd-world country. Although it is not known if it is by coincidence, these recent terrorist activities come as Zolevskoy agreed with Vertanika to deploy several forces from the Republic of Zolevskoy Armed Forces to Vertanika as part of a mutual defence deal.

"There is absolutely nobody, as well as nothing that could possibly convince me that this sort of barbarism is justified to any degree." Nikolic Woronoff stated earlier today in response to the attacks.

"Each civilian killed by these communist terrorists only gives us even more reason to strengthen our war against them, and to condemn every state which could have the gull to support these modern-day barbarians, such as Stasnov and Cydonia." Nikolic offered financial support to Vertanika to support everyone affected by the attack, as well as their families and to help in their efforts to combat the VRP.

Not long after the recent tragedy, several citizens from small, isolated areas and towns of Vertanika have reported armed fighters with vehicles such as technicals, military trucks, and even armoured vehicles seizing the areas they live near or in. The Vertanika Defence Forces have already been mobilized to several areas of the country, and RZAF forces deployed there have been put on very high alert, and were recently told to "prepare for anything". Although the VRP's allies like the Zolevskoy Democratic Republic Party and Stasnov have not made any official statements regarding the attacks, many suspect that they may be supporting the VRP's cause and their motivation for the recent tragedies behind the scenes.

First Snow Arrives in Zolevskoy, Winter Forecast Released by Zolevskoy Weather Network

VRP Terrorist Activity on the Rise in Vertanika

Nikolic Woronoff Condemns Al-Qaria for Takhshiyt Bombings

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SLAVAZLVKSY · 3 hours ago
Our forces were only put on high alert? Why can't we just launch an offensive against the VRP with the VDF before they can seize more territory? They're making the exact same mistake we made back in 2014!
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george:^) · 1 hour ago
4get about my last petition gaiz

now im making one 4 legalization of playing eurobeat at excessively loud volumes while drifting everywhere while at the same time trying not 2 spill water in paper cup

so lets get dis going boiz

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viksy91 · 43 minutes ago
Disease: Communist terrorism

Cure: Excessive artillery barrages and airstrikes

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by **New Hayabusa** » Wed Oct 12, 2016 9:19 pm

by **Stasnov** » Mon Oct 17, 2016 10:10 am

Volyensk, Krasnoyarsk Oblast, Vodiya Socialist Republic, Union of Socialist Republics of Stasnov
Headquarters of the 1st Guards Combined Arms Army
0921 hours

The two men walked down the hallway leading to the General's office. One was tall, with a lush mustache that was just a step from being considered beyod the grooming standard of the army. His black eyes always fixed forward, as he passed by dozens of officers and civilian personnel who saluted or politely nodded when they saw them. He wore the service uniform of an Army Colonel beneath his longcoat. He was carrying a black suitcase with his left hand. The other man, walking by him to his left, a much shorter officer with no facial hair and short black hair, wore the regural Army digital flora uniform, and a black leather jacket with a red armband on his left arm. This man was Commissar Leonid Sakharov, the Army-level political officer of the 1st Guards Combined Arms Army. His partner was Colonel Pavel Markov, the chief intelligence officer of the 1st Gv. CAA.

They walked through the last hallway and entered the office. It wasn't very spacious and luxurious, but it was certainly well adorned with Party insignia and portraits of important Stasnovan militarymen hanging from the wall. Two flags - one of Stasnov and the other of the Revolutionary Army - were on each side of the desk that was located in the front of the wall across the door. Behind it sat General Dimitri Cherdernko, commander of the 1st Guards Combined Arms Army. He had a large and strong built, but the 60 year-old General's hair had long gone grey and his face wrinkled. A large portrait of Moskvin hang behind him on the wall. The two men saluted and the General stood up and saluted as well.

"Comrades" he said

"Comrade General" replied Sakharov with a nod

Colonel Markov laid the suitcase down on the desk. The three men took their seats, the general behind the desk and the two men across him. The black suitcase two locks, and therefore, required two keys to open. On the suitcase was the coat of arms of the Union of Socialist Republics of Stasnov. Cherdernko took off a chain from around his neck. On it was a key, which he put on the right lock. Sakharov put his own key in the left lock, and they turned them at the same time, unlocking the suitcase. In it, was a yellow file with the Stasnovan coat of arms and some large letters reading "TOP SECRET - FOR GENERAL CHERDENKO, 1st Gv. CAA". Cherdenko opened the file and took several paper sheets out of it. He brought his glasses to his eyes and started reading.

"So it's finally time..." he muttered

The Commissar and the Colonel did not ask what he meant. The orders were sealed and considered top secret, but they both knew what they were about. Vertanika was a Zolevskoyan puppet ever since the reactionary rebellion that overthrew the legitimate Socialist government in the 1990s. However, the Stasnovan-backed Vertanika Revolutionary Party, a militarnt underground Marxist-Leninist guerilla group had being an important asset in the small country for the Union's leadership. And it seemed that the VRP had stepped up their game lately. Suicide attacks, raids, and other actions against the corrupt right-wing government had not gone unnoticed. The Republic of Zolevskoy had increased their deployment in the country and the VRP's successes were in danger of being compromised.

"Our orders are clear;" started Cherdenko "The situation in Vertanika is growing restless. The Stavka has given us clear instructions to mobilise, comrades. The 8th Guards Airborne Corp will also be taking part in the operation. We are the nearest Army to the border. However, we are to do so as quietly we can. This is part of the greater maskirovka Command wants to achieve. We are given the freedom to carry it out as we please, as long as it remains secret"

"With your permission, I will be informing the Divisional and Regimental Commissars later in the day, comrade General" Commissar Sakharov said

"Permission granted. Comrade Colonel?"

"Sir?"

"I want you to contact our comrades in the Frontal Aviation. See if they can get some birds in the air for IMINT."

"Will do, comrade"

"Good. Now, it says here that the Navy will provide us with 6,000 sailors on leave from the Western and Northern Fleets. They will begin arriving tommorow, all in civillian clothing. Comrade Sakharov, please inform the Army supply officers to provide them with Army uniforms. They will be transported to our bases across the area and be housed there in order to look like our men are still in their bases once all Divisions are mobilised. In addition to the sailors, we are also authorised to use our civillian personnel for this. That's all for now. We will talk about further details in the meeting of the Divisional commanders this afternoon. This will be a full blown invasion comrades, and we will be the tip of the spear. The Operation will be known as Burya. Any questions?"

There were no questions. On the very next day, each Company, Battalion and Regiment of the 1st Guards Combined Arms Army was roused from their barracks. They boarded their transports and vehicles and left for the trainning grounds and shooting ranges. However, they later diverted course and headed for their designated locations near the border. These locations were usually in forests, gorges and between mountains, were there was little chance of being spotted. At the same time, the sailors and civillian personnel, now dressed in the digital flora uniforms of the Army began arriving in the bases. The mobilisation would of course take several days to complete, but once complete, the 1st Gv. CAA would be ready to steamroll Vertanika, and all that while seemingly nothing changed in their bases.

During the night, several unmanned aerial vehicles of the Stasnovan Revolutionary Air Force took off from their air fields near the border. They would run IMINT operations on and slightly beyond the border to spot enemy formations that could pose a threat to a Stasnovan advance. During the night, VVS and PVO crews would be at the edge, constantly ready to scramble or man their long-range anti-air weaponry in case one of these UAVs was spotted.

Meanwhile, some hundred kilometres behind the border, the Divisions of the 8th Guards Airborne Corps, consisting of the 1st, 2nd and 4th Guards VDV Divisions prepared for their role in the coming operation. The entire 8th Guards Airborne Regiment of the 4th Guards Airborne Division was on constant alert; should the operation go message "Climb Mount Vechnaya" reach their headquarters, the entire Regiment would board their large transports and head for the border.

Operation Burya would be the first military conflict of the Western Military District for more than two decades now. They would make damn sure that they would win it.

by **The RODina** » Mon Oct 17, 2016 6:23 pm

Off the coast of Vertainka
GRS Hajóutas

The Cargo ship, GRS Hajóutas, were on the last leg of their journey, the Cargo Vessel stocked with weapons, ammunition and a limited number of armoured vehicles. It had been two weeks since they left Port Adrian, with only little radio chatter regarding their mission. The Grozyar Republic was already getting itself embroiled in a war in Dhechnia, and had no intention of being tangled up in a second foreign war, but that didn't mean that they had no part to play. Right now, that part would be restricted to delivering arms to the government, and providing logistical information via Grozyar military satellites in orbit.

The shipment included SZ-VPu assault rifles, K88 carbines, DPT56 sniper rifles, rocket launchers, and seven Pc-36 tanks. The insertion was to be quick, at the port of Svastzava, Government military personnel would meet them, in a few hours the shipment would be in their hands, and the Hajóutas would gratefully head home to Port Adrian, the sailors would return to their wives and children. They moved into the port now, and a Vertainkan tug boat dragged them through precisely, finally stopping them at an unloading dock.

Vertainkan military units milled around below, keeping their eyes out for VRP terrorists who might want to intercept their precious cargo. Some Republican Guard Marines stepped off the boardwalk, and exchanged papers and handshakes with the commander of the Vertainkan guards. The Commander made a hand gesture, and they began unloading, with the help of the Republican Guards and sailors.

A few short hours of hard work later, the ship was empty, and the ship was eager to leave port and return home.

by **New Austzeland** » Tue Oct 18, 2016 9:12 pm

18/09/2016 - Breaking: "Justice will be done, in the name of the fallen" - Zolevskoyan Embassy in Vertanika Attacked, Killing 4 Ethnic Zolevskoyans and 19 Innocent Bystanders as RZAF Confirms Deployment of Task Force to Vertanika

Pictured above: Zolevskoyan air defences deployed in Vertanika.

Once again, citizens of Vertanika and Zolevskoy are greiving after many men, women, and even children were killed in another terror attack on the Zolevskoyan Embassy in Gvozdika. All attackers have been killed, except for one who is currently in custody of Zolevskoyan forces. Almost immediately after the VRP claimed responsibility, claiming that they feel "no guilt" for the people killed, especially the workers at the Zolevskoyan Embassy.

"This is a blatant attack not just on the Vertanikan people's right to life, but an attack on Zolevskoy itself." Nikolic Woronoff said in a statement, with a mixture of sadness and anger. "We must not tolerate such barbarism never seen since the stone age. Because of this, I have ordered the Commander in Chief of the RZAF to begin preparations for the deployment of a force of active service troops."

Although many were shocked by the announcement, many more are shocked to hear about the large loss of life due to the recent terrorist attack. The RZAF has always maintained a force that could be deployed as quickly as possible with very short notice to any who are in need, in response to a natural disaster or any other disaster, man-made or not. It is estimated that by October 20th, all troops and equipment of the currently unknowingly-composed force will be in Vertanika.

First Snow Arrives in Zolevskoy, Winter Forecast Released by Zolevskoy Weather Network

VRP Terrorists Continue Advancing as Government Fears for the Worst

Nikolic Woronoff Condemns John for Starting Calculator Wars: "Just go to the dollar store you lazy freeloading prick"

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SLAVAZLVKSY · 3 hours ago
They want to run the country? Fine than. Treat them how a country gets treated when they attack someone unprovoked.
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george:^) · 1 hour ago
pakao mountain heights is where tha next race meet is gaiz be there by 11 pmpm
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viksy91 · 43 minutes ago
@george:^) WTF YOU SNITCH NOW WE'RE ALL GONNA GET CAUGHT BY THE COPS GO F*** YOURSELF

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19/10/2016 - 9:20 AM, Danja Luka - Zolevskoy, 2° Celsius - Light flurries

It was an early morning even for the commander in chief of the Republic of Zolevskoy Armed Forces, but if the president himself ordered the military to do something, it was most likely extreme important, whether it had to do with a threat against national security or not. In this instance however, it was not only that, but as part of a threat to the national security of Vertanika, a key ally.l in the region.

Although he ordered nobody to be late for the meeting, Radovan Cihar himself was mildly late due to some other important tasks that needed to be completed. Nevertheless, he walked down the hallway of the RZAF's headquarters with a briefcase in one hand and a mug of 2 cream and 1 sugar light roast coffee in the other. As he walked at a faster pace than usual he was greeted and saluted by fellow soldiers, officers, and other employees alike. In return he either said hello or saluted back with a smile on his face, despite the very early wake up time of 6:30 AM.

Finally though, he entered the enclosed meeting room after one of the two armed guards just outside opened the door for him. Once he entered, he saw every commander of every branch in the RZAF sitting around an oakwood table. On the bottom end he saw the minister of defence, with the new Vertanikan Secretary of Defence right beside him. Truly the ally of Zolevskoy was desperate if he was in a military conference. Regardless, Radovan put the briefcase down on his end of the table and sat down in the large leather chair. Right above him was a projector, and behind him a large SMART board.

"Greetings gentlemen. I believe you all know why we are sitting here this morning." He immediately began. "This meeting will likely take up most of our day, so I apologize in advance if any plans had to be cancelled with your families or whoever. However, this is of tremendous urgency not just for the safety of our people's, but also for the very sovereignty and integrity of Vertanika."

Radovan took the remote for the projector snd turned it on, which presented pictured of the damage caused by the attacks on the Zolevskoyan embassy in Vertanika.

"Not only did the VRP do this and immediately claim how little remorse they have for the people affected by this, this is a blatant attack on Zolevskoy itself." Radovan told the room's occupants, clearly shocked by the magnitude of the attack.

"Not only that, but the VRP has begun a military campaign against Vertanika. VDF forces are already retreating west, outnumbered and outgunned. Right now, the legitimate government of this country is near it's point of existence. That's why, other than the attack on our country of course, we are officially beginning to plan Operation Athena." The RZAF's commander announced. He pressed a button on the remote and moved aside, revealing a map of Vertanika, which also included positions of VDF forces and territory held by the VRP.

"As you can see,the terrorists already control the city of Grakuz, and are already advancing on Akagorsk. VDF forces were hastily deployed to contain the threat as a demoralized force, with at least 200 deaths so far, and even a few cases of desertion. Even though our training of the Vertanikan forces is good, it is not good enough. We need to step in and get our hands dirty at this point." The slide of the presentation switched to what seemed to be an order of battle.

"As we speak, a force of an additional 40,000 Zolevskoyan combat forces are being flown to several military bases throughout areas in Vertanika somewhat far from the fighting, but close enough to respond to any threats that may be posed by the terrorists. These forces consist of mechanized troops, infantry, air, and armoured forces. Altogether, our ground forces, air force, and potentially, naval forces will be cooperating in Operation Athena. Once all forces are deployed and ready for combat operations, we will have formulated our battle plans to end this war as quick as possible. Although it certainly will not be easy, especially as we are fighting against an unconventional forces using mostly conventional tactics, it is not impossible, especially for us." Radovan said, with a positive and confident attitude.

"However, we face one serious issue." He began talking again, moving to the next slide in the slideshow.

"Vertanika, obviously, is bordered by Stasnov, who happen to support the VRP's terrorism. And it just so happens, one of the most well-trained and equipped units of the Stasnovan military, the 1st Guards Combined Arms Army is stationed right next to Vertanika." The slide on the screen showed various armaments and pictures of the Stasnovan army. "Of course, naturally, having the best equipment does not equate to immediately being impossible to defeat. That's why we are sending our best and equipped and trained to Vertanika. That way, if the Stasnovans decide to come in and destroy everything in their path in the name of their 'liberation', they will have a lot of hell to pay for not just militarily, but also socially. In other words, we're going to begin stepping up our efforts to expose their leaders, their military, and whoever else has been overdue for the spotlight on their atrocities against wherever their blood-soaked hands try to reach." Radovan stated, still remembering what happened only 2 years ago to nearly the entire population of a Zolevskoyan town under evacuation due to a Stasnovan artillery barrage.

*** 10 hours later ***

It was already 8 PM by the time the meeting was finished, although it was not the only one that would take place in the next few days. The Zolevskoyans and Vertanikans attending the meeting alike were tired, although much progress was made in planning Operation Athena, backup plans, and anything else to do with the Zolevskoyan deployment. The entire RZAF force being deployed would be in Vertanika soon enough, and even sooner they would be able to say "the cavalry's here", and restore hope to the citizens of Vertanika, especially the ones affected by the war directly or indirectly.

by **New Austzeland** » Thu Oct 20, 2016 10:25 am

Zolevskoyan S-110 Gorka long range SAMs shortly after being deployed in Vertanika

20/10/2016 - 9:50 AM, Somewhere in western Vertanika - 67th Air Defense Regiment, -7° Celsius - Overcast

Corporal Brankovic was making the final preparations of the S-110 Gorka SAM his unit used in the comfort and warmth of his winter clothing, preventing the bitter cold of the early Vertanikan winter from biting at his skin. Through the sound of the vehicle's engines running to warm up, he could hear the portable radio he brought inside of it broadcasting the most popular music in Zolevskoy, from an also Zolevskoyan radio station. Obviously this was a luxury which wouldn't last for too much longer to prevent his vehicle from being caught while hiding in a forest later on, but he and his friends simply enjoyed it while they could. To do his part, Brankovic was rolling up the large, green and white camouflage nets for concealment in the forests along with his squad mate and good friend Corporal Zasvitzi.

"Aaand there we go. Finally done." Zasvitzi said, as he finished his last net. Shortly after Brankovic finished as well, and put it in a compartment between the launcher and the truck that pulled the former.

"Now what we're we supposed to do after this, if anything?" Brankovic asked Zasvitzi.

"Dunno. Never heard anybosy say anything about that." He replied. The others who controlled this launcher snd the other components for it such as the radar were working on getting their systems ready to travel to a forest where they would conceal themselves, waiting for any possible Stasnovan aircraft who would possibly cross the border even though, officially, these were for "general defence purposes".

Before Brankovic could walk towards the warmth of the truck's inside, Zasvitzi stopped him and held his phone in front of him.

"Thought you'd be interested, since you meet the criteria for it." On the screen of it was a poster for some workout and fitness program he found. At first he was curious, although it ended once he saw that it was organized for people with autism spectrum disorder

"What the fuck man??" Brankovic asked, as his friend laughed manically. "Laugh all you want, you found that in whatever that place is for the autistic people. The only question that remains is why you were in there..." Brankovic replied. Zasvitzi immediately stopped laughing and stared blankly at Brankovic.

"Whatever, we were gonna kick back in the truck yes? I stole a ton of memes before we left for this country." Zasvitzi asked Brankovic.

"I think so. I'm tired of doing my part to be amongst the most professional forces in the RZAF for the morning." Brankovic remarked, mocking the words of Radovan Cihar in a comedic manner.

"Good idea. Maybe we'll be professional in the art of showing each other memes and telling each another how and how badly we wanna kill ourselves when we're done for the day." Zasvitzi remarked in reply.

*** 2 hours later ***

At last, Brankovic and Zasvitzi arrived at the destination for one of their regiment's Anti-Air battery. Scattered throughout the forest just 240K kilometers away from the border with Stasnov, which was well within the effective firing range of each missile used by the S-110. While some were designed for engaging AWACs and other similar aircraft such as strategic bombers, some were designed for shooting down cruise missiles, and some for fighter jets, especially stealth ones. Although the technology used was classified and only known by their designers, officers, and anyone else of significant influence in the Zolevskoyan military, they knew that the technology used by their SAM and their radars were capable of detecting and engaging both stealth and non-stealth targets alike. Zasvitzi's conclusion on how it worked however was so-called "weed magic". Brankovic highly doubted it, but he usually just went with his seemingly insane friend's thesis' for the fun of it.

Throughout the forests of Vertanika however, several SAM batteries were being set up in several areas. Some older models which posed less of a threat in both power and manpower were set up in more open areas, while many more which were more powerful and abundant were concealed in areas such as forests or anywhere else that could allow them tot be camouflaged easily, while at the same time still engage targets effectively. Until war broke out, these would be hidden with camouflage nets which suppressed the ability for them to be found by both thermal and non-thermal sources, and activity around them would be as limited as possible. It was expected that by the 22nd of October, all of these batteries as well as artillery batteries would be set up, both concealed and much less concealed. The RZAF figured that if any time was best for putting their newest weaponry through field tests, it was now. Another advantage of the S-110 was that it was a very similar design to the S-300 which Zolevskoy still used, which could fool anybody who saw them into believing they're something that they aren't. This also applied for the new 9I17 Sola short-range SAM which resembled the Strela-10, and the 9I07 Msta which resembled the 9K37 Buk or anything similarly designed. One thing each one had in common however was their capability to stay far more hidden, their capability to engage and destroy the newest and most advanced air targets, and their superior resistance to any IR/heat countermeasures or even jamming systems that the enemy could use.

To maximize survivability, the SAMs and artillery were to be deployed in 3 waves. The first wave, 5K-20K kilometers from the frontline to maintain a safe enough distance from the combat while still staying in range, would consist of shorter range SAMs such as the 9I17 and 9I07, and shorter range artillery such as 2S1 Gvozdikas and BM-21 Grads. The second wave, about 50K-100K kilometers from the frontline, consisted of medium-long range artillery such as BM-21/30s, 2S1 Gvozdikas, and some SpGH DANA self-propelled howitzers. For SAMs, this wave consisted mainly of 9I07s, with a few 9I17s. For the third wave which was 150K-380K kilometers from the frontlines, the longest range SAMs such as the S-110 Gorka and some 9I07s were deployed, and only BM-30s and SpGH DANAs were deployed. While at least 40% of the vehicles deployed in each wave were unconcealed, the remainder half was concealed as best as they could. In the event that they were forced to move back further if the enemy advanced too far, they could easily do so due to the mobility of the weapons. Not only were the artillery and air defenses going with this plan, but the ground forces were as well to a point. If all went according to plan, this would truly be the art of deception deployed in the Zolevskoyan's fullest capability, not just for the numbers of weapons but also their perceived designs.

by **New Austzeland** » Fri Oct 28, 2016 5:38 pm

26/10/2016 - RZAF Forces in Vertanika "Mostly ready for combat operations", Radovan Cihar Claims

Pictured above: Zolevskoyan tank providing overwatch across the fields of Vertanika.

RZAF forces deployed in the war-stricken country of Vertanika are "mostly deployed and ready for combat" at this point, according to commander-in-chief Radovan Cihar. Zolevskoyan forces have been conducting heavy airstrikes and artillery barrages against the advancing VRP terrorists and have came into direct fighting with Zolevskoyan ground forces. According to Zolevskoyan commanders, soldiers, and even Vertanikan citizens, the VRP is beginning to take heavy casualties as their offensive has come to a halt. Both the northern Grakuz pocket and the southern Vizhnoye pocket created by the VRP to surround the city of Akagorsk have been pushed back, and territory within has been liberated by forces of the Vertanika Defense Forces under supervision by the RZAF.

"Although our deployment is somewhat small, most forces deployed in the country are more than ready for combat operations at any given moment." Radovan Cihar, CIC of the Republic of Zolevskoy Armed Forces stated today. "At this rate, we believe the VRP will be defeated some time by the middle of November. We are very content with the way the Vertanikans have learned from both us and previous mistakes made, and the progress they've made in just a few months."

However, Vertanikans are still fearing that the worst has yet to come. The Zolevskoyan government has accused Stasnov of preparing their military forces to assist the VRP in their efforts, or in a worst came scenario, attempt an invasion of Vertanika. The RZAF has assured the people of Vertanika that they are ready to defend their country even at a second's notice, to preserve their freedom and culture, and to continue making progress to help as much as possible with the issues faced by the country, such as corruption and terrorism.

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Why aren't we just, you know, taking the fight to the communists? Like we intended to in the first place?
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fuk u all u no sign petishin

if u see me wear trench coat stay away

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Once again, disease: Communist terrorism

Cure: Excessive artillery barrages and airstrikes

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26/10/2016, 5:51 PM local time, Vertanika, -14° Celsius - Some clouds

Even though the Zolevskoyans claimed that their forces were "mostly ready", they were in fact 100% ready for any kind of combat they could potentially face in the near future. Not only were the air defenses and artillery fully prepared, the remainder of the RZAF's cavalry in the country was prepared not just to fight against the VRP, but also against any Stasnovan invaders that may potentially cross the border at any moment.

The Zolevskoyans had chosen a different approach than some expected. To contain and defend against most enemies, a massive defense in-depth was created with as many forces as the Zolevskoyans needed. Two "belts" of Zolevskoyan forces were lined up just 95 kilometers from the frontlines. In the first belt closest to the battlefield, the lighter ground forces deployed by the Zolevskoyans prepared heavy defensive fortifications and other types of traps made to slow down any attackers, such as barbed wire, anti-tank trenches, and even some anti-tank/anti-personnel minefields. The mines layed were designed so that they would automatically explode in approximately 2 years, in accordance with international law. The RZAF knew that if they wanted to gain as much support as possible, they would need to comply with as many laws as possible, with few exceptions. However, half of the first belt was in the east assisting VDF forces in their counterattack, with much success so far. If Stasnovan forces began their offensive in a worst case scenario, they would fall back to their belt as soon as they heard of an attack beginning. The second belt behind however consisted not just of heavier fortifications and positions, but was mostly occupied by the heaviest units the Zolevskoyans could offer in the country. This line would be located about 38 kilometers behind the first belt, so that any attackers who break through could have time to advance before an inevitable envelopment, or even encirclement. In the first belt, there would be a total of 28,000 Zolevskoyan forces with some 2,000 Vertanikans, while there would be 22,000 RZAF forces and another 2,000 Vertanikans in the second belt. An additional 8,000 Zolevskoyans would be on standby further west in the country, to respond to any attacks which could potentially take place anywhere else, and to act as emergency reserves.

Within the massive defensive belt, there would be 2 parts which are weaker than the remainder of the first belt. If the Zolevskoyan defense goes according to plan, any potential Stasnovan attackers would most likely attempt to attack these two points in the belt. If this is done, the RZAF and VDF forces would wait for the enemy to advance far enough between the two belts of forces. Then, once the RZAF deemed it to be the best time/opportunity, the second belt would close in to confront the attackers, envelop their formations, and eventually encircle them. While one force in the rear would envelop from the west, another force from the first line would envelop from the east, eventually encircling and either heavily damaging or destroying the encircled enemies. However, to delay or prevent any reinforcing forces from coming to their aid, additional forces will move in to the east and protect the Zolevskoyans and Vertanikans.

As the Stasnovans are potentially attacking and once they are trapped, they will be targeted by extremely heavy artillery barrages and airstrikes from a combination of Zolevskoyan artillery and aircraft, and some Vertanikan artillery. In addition, both unhidden and hidden Zolevskoyan anti-air forces will be activated, prepared to shoot down both enemy aircraft and even cruise missiles with excellent accuracy. This would be the first time the Zolevskoyans would officially test out their new anti-air weaponry, with very high hopes. RZAF commanders also figured that it could deal a major psychological blow, showing that while the Stasnovans could continue making many advances in technology, the Zolevskoyans, despite seeming vastly smaller and inferior, were more than capable of keeping up with their technology, and were much more capable in adapting to any threat that they could possibly face. If an attack took place from the east, but airborne forces were also dropped behind the Zolevskoyans, not only would their transport have to try and get through the heavy air defenses, but the RZAF would make sufficient use of their heaviest forces to overwhelm the far lighter paratroopers, and also use UAVs extensively not just in this situation to continuously track the enemies, but also to provide real-time reconnaisance on enemy troop movements.

However, the Zolevskoyans in the defensive belt were not only capable of defending against any eastern attacks. If any sudden turn of events took place, they could easily either fall back and continue their defense, or move elsewhere in the country to defend wherever they were needed. The disadvantage this posed however is that if it did need to take place, the fortifications and other emplacements developed earlier on would either not exist, or would be much more hastily made. Regardless, the forces the RZAF chose to send were considered the bravest, the strongest, the most advanced, and the most adaptable out of the entire Zolevskoyan military. Both the soldiers and the commanders not only suspected that a Stasnovan invasion was imminent, they knew one was imminent not just because of their recent activities, but because of their agenda and their proximity to the country.

Despite all that, this was one of the first foreign deployments the Zolevskoyans have made in a very long time, and they were determined to win not just for honour, but to protect the people of Vertanika from becoming yet another victim of a communist bloodbath, and to continue their ultimate goal of freeing and protecting as many citizens of the world as possible from communist oppression and terror.

by **Stasnov** » Sun Oct 30, 2016 4:48 pm

"Infantry win firefights. Tanks win battles. Artillery win wars"

Operation Burya

Strategic and Operational Overview - Day 1

The air was filled with smoke and blood. The drums of war had sounded once again in Northern Vaznik. The Proletariat of Vertanika had long suffered under the oppression of their reactionary government, a puppet of Zolevskoy. It was now time for Stasnov to strike, now that the Zolevskoyans were still in the process of deploying their troops. Ravaged by internal strife and civil war, the ill-equipped and unprepared Vertanikan Army would be no match for the mighty Stasnovan military. The capitalist pigs and their puppets would be crushed between the anvil and the hammer, and be utterly destroyed. Or at least, that was what the Chief Political Officer of the 1st Guards Combined Arms Army preached in the early officer briefing before the invasion. All four Divisions of the 1st Guards CAA, the 1st, 2nd and 3rd Guards Motor Rifle and the 82nd Guards Tank were all assembled at the staging point and ready to unleash their fury upon Vertanika.

Ground Operations

In contrast to Western operational doctrine and tactics, the Stasnovan take was quite straightforward. The Stasnovan - and generally Vastava Pact - doctrine contrasts that of other militaries, in that while the enemy is planning the position of each smallest unit, the Stasnovans simply decide the correct Axis of advance and then all the armour lines up behind the lead vehicle. The Stasnovan plan was simple: the 1st Guards Army would advance in three axis of attack, while leaving the Army's OMG (Operational Manoeuvre Group), the 82nd Guards Tank Division, to slowly advance behind the three axis and act as a reserve. The Maskirovka had worked. While the enemy would be prepared, they couldn't know if and when the attack would occur, and they couldn't know the scale. To them, it would seem that the 1st Guards Army were still in their bases.

Day 1 would see just the first phase of the ground operations. The second phase would come later. The Northern axis of attack would be led by the 1st Guards "Avkaz" Motor Rifle Division, the central by the 2nd Guards "Moskvingrad" Motor Rifle Division and southern by the 3rd Guards "Ygrol" Motor Rifle Division. The three axis of attack would have different objectives until they reach the frontlines of the VRP territory and begin phase two of the operation. The 1st would advance to the northern edges of the rebel-held territory and consolidate their position there, and further prepare for phase two. The 2nd's mission was to march to the direction of Akagorsk and get within artillery range, but neither attack nor shell the city until ordered to do so. The 3rd would deploy to the southern part of VRP territory and prepare for phase two as well.

Once in VRP territory, the units of the 1st Guards CAA would be still well within the range of PVO Air Defences in Stasnovan territory, that along with their Divisional and Army-level Air Defence units would make them very dangerous to attack by air. The Air Defence in that part of the Western Military District was tasked to the 35th Air Defence Division, consisting of the 345th, 355th and 356th Air Defence Regiments, whose S-300, S-400 and S-450 long range missile system posed a threat to any aircraft in the combat zone. The Zolevskoyans and Vertanikan government would have to thing twice before sending any air support to their troops. The SAM sites of the 35th PVO Division were well protected by unit security detachments as well as point defence and close-range SPAAG and missile systems. SAM TELs and radars were also well dug in behind trenches and covered by camo nets, making their detection and destruction difficult. This, combined with the hundreds of radar decoys and fake SAM sites set up along the border would make the enemy's work even harder. As always, SAM sites were deployed in a configuration so they could pack up, leave, and redeploy in another preset location in order to avoid artillery fire. SAM batteries were to change location after two or three salvos.

At 0613 hours of the 28th of October, an unencrypted message reached the Divisional headquarters of the 1st Guards Combined Arms Army. It read "CLIMB MOUNT VECHNAYA - GLORY TO STASNOV". Mere seconds later, all hell broke loose. The invasion started with an artillery bombardment reminiscent of the battles of the First Great War. 430 tube self-propelled and field artillery pieces, usually of calibres of 122mm, 152mm and some of 203mm, all opened fire at once, in concert with one 126 BM-21 Grad 122mm MLRS units. The guns roared as the rockets produced their terrifying screams as they launched and propelled themselves towards the enemy. Empty shell cases thumped as they hit the ground from the smoking breaches of the artillery pieces, only for a new shell to be loaded in their place by a human loader or autoloader. Soon, the skies were filled with rocket contrails, and soldiers close to the border could easily hear the shells flying overhead. The Divisional Surface-to-Surface Missile Battalions, as well as the Army's own SSM Brigade, unleashed their Iskander-M/K missiles at confirmed enemy strongpoints and concetrations, focusing on radar and SAM sites. The Iskander missiles use stealth technology, countermeasures and constant and intense low altitude manoeuvres to complicate detection and interception, something that would make it hard for the enemy to shoot them down. Stasnovan rocket, gun and missile batteries would relocated often in order to avoid counter battery fire.

The coordinates given to the artillery batteries were clear of any population centres. The Stasnovan leadership knew that the VRP - and to an extend , their allies - had a bad reputation among a large portion of the Vertanikan populace, and they would make sure not to make it worse. There was no additional or complex recce to be done. The Stasnovans had no time for that. Targets were instead known enemy positions, as well as possible ones in forests and other locations the enemy could hide their units along the axis of attack. This would be a rolling barrage with a depth of 120 kilometres from the frontlines, meaning that it would continue to rain down for 120 kilometres from the front. Meanwhile, the BM-30 batteries of the 412nd Guards Independent Rocket Artillery Brigade that was attached to the Army, were in standby, waitting to strike important targets.

As the first guns started firing, the vehicles of the 1st Guards CAA started their engines. Smoke came out of the vents as tanks, trucks and other vehicles sprung to life. The Stasnovan superiority in numbers was massive: almost a thousand tanks, as well more than a 1,680 armoured personnel carriers and infantry fighting vehicles were lined up and ready. All at once, they came out of their hiding spots, and they started advancing, passing by the Border Guard guardposts on the border, the Border Guards themselves wishing them good luck and a safe return home. The earth trembled as the tanks and armoured vehicles advanced on columns.

The key to a Stasnovan attack is shock and speed. The Stasnovan formations would never break column formation unless they made contact with the enemy - which more or less meant the first tank blowing up - thusly, keeping up speed and momentum whenever possible. The Stasnovan units would also reform into column and advance at full speed whenever the opportunity presented itself and the road was considered safe. Of course, as per Stasnovan doctrine, a significant portion of a unit would by devoted to march security, guarding the flanks and the rear.

The desired effect of lightning-fast execution is referred to as "physical surprise" - that is, once the operation starts, the enemy may know what is going on, but the disposition of his forces and the tyranny of time and distance mean that it is too late for him to do anything about it. There was no careful and stealthy recce for the Stasnovan units, only aggressive reconnaissance, mostly performed by lead Regimental elements, while reconnaissance by fire would also be used. As Stasnovan forces rapidly advanced, the 82nd Guards Tank Division wich would be kept in reserve to exploit a breakthrough, would also slowly follow the three main axis of advance and mop up any straggles left behind by the 1st Guards Army's ounslaught.

Air Operations

The Stavka knew that the Zolevskoyans would bring their advanced long-range SAM systems with them, so the VVS decided to play this carefully. As much as the 35th PVO Division could provide anti-air support and keep friendly aircraft hostile from bandits, the Zolevskoyans would equally have almost the same capability with their own air defence units. Thusly, the westernmost units of the 4th Air Army would limit its activity for the first day of the operations in order to minimize casualties.

Close air support would be tasked to Su-25 (T and SM variants) flights by 80th and 81st Guards Assault Aviation Regiments of the 2nd Assault Aviation Division. Additionally, the 3rd Guards Fighter-Bomber Division's 194th Fighter Aviation Regiment would provide combat air patrol sorties above the combat zone with their Su-35S, Su-27SM2 and VeK-29M fighter aircraft. Meanwhile, the 12th Composite Air Defence Division's 340th Fighter-Interceptor Aviation Regiment with their MiG-31BM interceptors would fly defensive sorties along the border, while the Regimental 3rd Squadron would split up in three flights of five, and enter the combat area to hunt enemy AWACS and C4I aircraft. All air operations would be coordinated by ground-controlled interception (GCI) stations and two A-50U AWACS flying under Flanker escort along the border, while the Sturmoviki (Assault) flights would be coordinated by forward air controlers attached to the lead units.

Meanwhile, all ground formations would be supported by three gunship units, the 91st, 92nd and 93rd Assault Helicopter Regiments. These three Regiments were equipped with Mi-24VPs, Mi-24PNs, Mi-28Ns and Ka-52 gunship and attack helicopters, that would provide direct close air support, always staying low to avoid anti-aircraft fire. The advanced optical devices of the Ka-52, in concert with forward air controllers, would find targets while the heavy payload of the Mil helicopters would take them out. Despite the large and virtually cumbersome gunships, the Stasnovan helicopter pilots of these three Regiments were the best the VVS could offer. Thusly, they could take advantage of hulls, forests and other terrain in order to conceal themselves from enemy air defences.

Naval Operations

"CLIMB MOUNT VECHNAYA - GLORY TO STASNOV"

The message reached the headquarters of the Western Fleet in Gorshkovgrad as soon as it reached the Divisions of the 1st Gds. CAA along the border. And like the 1st Gds. CAA, the Western Fleet had a mission of attack. It was time for the Great Revolutionary Navy of the Union to end the arrogance of the reactionaries. Anyone that would oposse the Union would feel the righteous wrath of its mighty Navy.

Immedeately after the operation go message arrived at the HQ, the orders were relayed to all Western Fleet assets at sea. Task Force Rostav, centred around the dreaded Krausov-class heavy guided missile Battlecruiser Krasnyy Rostav, set sail for enemy waters. Along with the Krasnyy Rostav, the Task Force was also composed of the Slava-class cruiser SRNS Vastava, the Yuznaya-class cruisers SRNS Malikov and Kalyiagin, the Sovremeny-Class destroyers SRNS Reshayushchiy Yarostnyy, and the Zmeya-class destoryers SRNS Vysokiy, Strogyy and Borodatyy. Accompanying them beneath the waves, were two Yarost-class nuclear attack submarines K-551 and K-554. Thusly, it had a strenght of 1 Heavy Cruiser, 4 Cruisers and 5 Destroyers and 2 submarines. These ships carried a massive and destructive payload of long-range heavy and mediem anti-ship as well as land attack missiles, in addition to their mighty armoury of long-range surface-to-air missiles and the torpedoes of the submarines.

Their mission was to attack and eliminate any and all Vertanikan naval vessels docked in Port Visvanj. Task Force Rostav would emerge from behind the Tula Peninsula across the sea from Chernogorsk, and when within 750-800 kilometres range from the port, would unleash a devastating barrage of 55 P-950 Krokodil heavy anti ship missiles. 30 of the missiles were set to land attack mode and would aim for the port's facilities, while the remaining would aim at enemy vessles in and around the port. The P-950 uses active radar homing for terminal guidance, and could lock on targets on its own. However, a AV-MF Tu-95RT under Su-30SM escort was nearby to improve their accuracy with mid-course correction. The sea skimming P-950 had its own countermeasures onboard, such as chaff and flare dispensers, as well as ECCM devices. Onboard jammers, in concert with jamming from the Tupovlev would minimize the risk of interception from base defences, if there were any.

Simultaneously with the attack on Port Visvanj, two squadrons of Tu-22M3, "Backfires" as hostile nations called them, from the 42nd Guards Maratime Bomber Aviation Regiment would already be in the air with course for Port Karibou. Each of the 24 bombers was armed with 6 Kh-15S cruise missiles, for a total of 144 missiles. The bomber formation was escorted by a squadron of 15 Su-30SMs from the 651st Independent Fighter Aviation Regiment.

The bombers and their fighter escort would make their approach in extremely low altitude, in order to avoid detection. When in range - 300 km - from the target, they would activate their jammers and engage their afterburners and pull up into a steep maximum rate climb which would be maintained until up to 30,000 feet or so. This would be necessary to provide radar line of sight over the horizon to the enemy vessels and base. While exposing themselves to enemy radars, the Tu-22M3s were in position to fire just a couple of minutes after being detected, without giving the enemy enough time to react. The Backfires' I-band Down Beat radar were activated only for the several sweeps necessary to lock up a target, any more would provide any enemy ECM aircraft and installations with an opportunity to jam or deceive. Once ready, the bombers would unleash their payload and then turn steeply 180 degrees at full afterburner, while continuing to jam during their egress. 100 of the missiles would be targeted at the base, while the rest at enemy vessels in and around it.

by **New Austzeland** » Wed Nov 02, 2016 6:59 pm

On the Ground

It was obvious from the very beginning of the Stasnovan invasion. The RZAF and VDF felt it, so did their respective country's politicians. Both Zolevskoy and Vertanika's combined armies had prepared for this exact day, more so Zolevskoy. The RZAF knew about the Stasnovans entering Vertanika very shortly afterwards from a combination of some tips from supporters in the affected population and reconnaissance. It was time, and even better, the RZAF's strategy of deception appeared to be working, as the Stasnovan forces began launching their missiles. It was all coming together at this point.

Although a confirmed total of 6 combined Zolevskoyan and Vertanikan air defense vehicles closest to the frontlines were either damaged or destroyed, the 9I07 Msta medium range SAMs and 9I17 Sola short range SAMs began engaging any and all targets which presented themselves, from aircraft to missiles. Zolevskoyan air defences had no problem tracking and engaging any Stasnovan aircraft, however the missiles, mostly likely Iskanders seemed to use stealth technology or something of the like. However it was, for the most part, nearly non-existent for the radars and missiles launched by medium and short-range SAMs. After about 2-4 salvos from anti-aircraft systems, they would move positions to minimize the chance of being detected, despite technology used to mitigate it. However, the Zolevskoyans were not finished just yet. It was finally the time for the remainder of their anti-air missiles to be uncovered, especially their S-110 Gorkas. Almost immediately after being uncovered, they unleashed their missiles against any and all Stasnovan targets they could detect and engage, ranging from fighter jets, UAVs, bombers, AWACs aircraft, to cruise missiles and even some missiles launched from BM-30s or anything of the like. One thing the Zolevskoyan crewmen knew that the Stasnovans did not know yet, was that even though their missiles and aircraft could go extremely fast, make the wildest maneuvers, deploy their strongest countermeasures, and even have the most high-tech stealth possible, it was almost certain that eventually, a missile would catch up.

The 9I07 "Msta" was considered the major killer for anything the Stasnovans could throw towards Vertanika. With a maximum missile speed of Mach 4.6, it had a maximum range of 80 kilometers and maximum firing altitude of 35 kilometers. In addition, if a target wanted to assure their survival, they would have to be flying at a maximum target speed of Mach 8, and be able to counter a maneuverability of 27 G's. However, the 9I07 is more than capable of detecting a fourth-generation fighter even at a range of 110 kilometers, and is able to four targets even at a range of 100 kilometers. It had a probability of intercepting aircraft by 91%, tactical ballistic missiles by 70%, and cruise missiles by 80%.

The S-110 Gorka however, was surely one of the most fearsome of all. A vast majority of them were placed far away from the frontlines while still being capable of engaging targets within, while maximizing the time needed for any attacking aircraft or missiles to travel, simultaneously allowing them to be destroyed; provided they could get past the other air defenses first. The SAM had three types of missiles that can be used. One for destroying radar jamming aircraft and AWACs, one for destroying ballistic missiles and strategic bombers, and one for destroying small and agile targets such as fighter aircraft and cruise missiles. The RZAF had packed each and every one of these missiles with them, and what they all had in common was their very high speed, maneuverability, and kill ratio. It was truly a weapon to be feared by any missile and aircraft, especially ones which implemented stealth technology. The S-110 had very superior intercept probablities compared to the 9I07, even more so for missiles any sort.

Meanwhile in the artillery forces, the forces which were in hiding were finally uncovered, and with up-to-date information on Stasnovan movements and positions, began their heavy barrages. After 2-3 salvos, each battery would relocated to minimize detection and subsequent destruction. While longer-range artillery such as BM-30s and SpGH DANAs engages targets at, naturally, longer ranges, shorter-range artillery such as BM-21s, 2S1 Gvozdikas, and even TOS-1 thermobaric launchers engaged targets closer. However, what they had in common was the destruction of bunched up Stasnovan forces, artillery, command positions, and other essential targets. Some DANAs and BM-30s engaged closer range targets however, and TOS-1 launchers engaged almost exclusively Stasnovan ground forces and C4I positions.

In addition to engaging enemy aircraft in the east of the country, several batteries farther to the west were alerted to Stasnovan air assaults on naval bases. Reports also suggested that the enemy was using ECM and jamming, which would put another huge advantage of the newest Zolevskoyan anti-air missiles to the test. For the first step in the RZAF's strategy to severely damage the Stasnovan's air capabilities,, priority targets would be electronic warfare aircraft with jamming capabilities, and AWACS aircraft. The S-110 Gorka long range anti-air system possessed a micro-processor for its electronics, which gave it enough computing power needed during anti-EW operations and for defeating Stasnovan jamming. The automatic smart systems also have the capability for both IFF and identifying promising targets based on a number of circumstances. The missiles designed specifically for the current priority targets (electronic warfare systems and AWACS aircraft) were to be used most at first, since they each came with an active radar homing guidance system, with a 180kg warhead and over 400 km of range. The missiles are capable of operating of up to 40km in height, flying in a semi-ballistic way which grants it superior kinetic energy than other cruise missile-styled LORADS SAM systems. In addition, any aircraft which came within 80 kilometers of them would become victims of the 9I07 Msta SAMs. As stated above, the missiles used were capable of reaching speeds of Mach 4.6. They were capable of reaching targets as high as 35 kilometers in the air and as low as 15 meters, allowing the missiles to attack ground targets at the edge of their firing zone, while maneuvering up to 27 G's. Responsible for tracking the target is an F871 active homing seeker fitted with an inertial mid-course datalink. The F871 is capable of acquiring 4m2 RCS target and actively guiding the missile on target. The specific missiles used however featured dual band IRST (infra-red search and track) which gave them the capability to survive in high density jamming/ECM environments. One advantage the RZAF had however was that every time the Stasnovans used their jamming, their positions would be revealed, allowing the RZAF to attack targets with more precision. The same strategy would be done elsewhere in the country, especially the east. Once this first step had satisfactory results, air defenses would proceed to focus on other targets such as combat aircraft, missiles, and anything else which could try to come into Vertanika. Even in the first step however, these same types of hostiles would still be engaged by remaining anti-air defenses.

Not only did the artillery systems matter, but also the ammunition used by each. Because of this, each missile used by the RZAF had a purpose, whether it was anti-tank, anti-personnel, or even mine-laying. When targeting personnel or other soft targets such as light armoured vehicles, concentrated ground force formations, and anything else within 80 kilometers that was "soft", artillery forces would use cluster munitions and HE-fragmentation rounds. When targeting armoured targets such as tanks or anything of the like, cluster self-guided anti-tank and thermobaric shells would be used. Finally, when targeting much farther targets such as C4I elements, confirmed artillery positions, and on some occasions, anti-air batteries, the HE-fragmentation and other high explosive cluster shells with the longest ranges would be used. In addition, any areas known which could be used by the Stasnovans to re-position their artillery or anything else of importance would be fired at with minelet-laying cluster munitions. Other areas which would be engaged with the same munitions were confirmed routes used by the ground forces to advance further into Vertanika and routes used to supply their forces. The mines would eventually self-detonate after a minimum of 12 days in order to prevent any unnecessary civilian casualties, and to prevent any harm to advancing allied forces. This was even more essential and also an advantage to the Zolevskoyan, as the way the mines are made prevents them from digging into the ground further. Just as per Vertanika's typical weather in November, a semi-thick layer of snowfall would cover it up; preventing Stasnovans from being able to see them with their hind sight until it was too late.

Meanwhile, the remainder of the ground forces, contrary to what the Stasnovan forces believed, were ready as ever to face the upcoming assault. In order to have the most up-to-date information on Stasnovan movements, civilians in the areas expected to be affected by the war were encouraged to tip off Vertanikan authorities however they could, exploiting the VRP's poor reputation amongst a majority of the population of the country. In addition, military means would be used for recce, some methods stealthily than others. In the air, drones of mostly small sizes would be used for much more long-range recon. All drones capable of it would fly as close as possible to the ground, and just before it was the best time, they would ascend, gather as much info as possible in a somewhat safe amount of time, and then descend and return to base. Even if they were destroyed, those commanding them would get the information they needed through a live feed.

On the ground, the Zolevskoy Marine Corps' 5th Force Reconnaissance Battalion would keep a very close eye on enemy movements while remaining as stealthy as possible, through the use of camouflage and strategies to reduce the amount of radio emissions produced. Along with reducing radio emissions significantly, the operators would wear specially-designed ghillie suits, which would heavily cloak their heat signatures to any thermal vision. The 5th Force Recon have had many years of experience in these type of operations, thus it would be fairly simple for them. As the enemies advanced though, the Zolevskoyan Force Recon would follow them in the shadows ever so carefully and stealthily, reporting any and all movements which would be significant for higher-ranking commanders to use in their strategies.

Meanwhile, Vertanikan and Zolevskoyan forces were also taking less conventional approaches to wear down not just the enemy manpower slightly, but also to wear down their morale. Booby traps, mostly using explosives, were set up in areas where the Stasnovans were sure to advance. Some Vertanikans were killed or injured while or after planting traps in areas most affected by artillery, though. Tripwires and other similar devices were used often, however the Vertanikans had also resorted to others including Punji stick traps in suitable areas such as forests and anything similar. The RZAF even left some faux supply caches throughout areas expected to be occupied by the enemy containing spiked ammunition, which,upon being fired, would make the weapon used explode violently, rendering the gun destroyed while injuring the user, and in a worst-case scenario for the enemy, potentially make them go blind, or even kill them if they were unfortunate enough. To prevent this strategy from harming friendly forces, spiked caches were identified with a symbol only the RZAF and VDF forces knew. Additionally, the caches used 3 different symbols for identification so that even if the enemies cracked one of the "codes", they would still have to go through the trouble of finding out the remaining 2. The Zolevskoyans also laid some minefields where Stasnovans would likely advance, and where the risk of civilians being harmed the was not as high. Vertanikans, due to their inferiority compared to their enemies, laid a majority of the unconventional traps.

The general strategy for the Zolevskoyans and Vertanikans, though, was not much different than before, with the massive defense in depth remaining. All of the forces assisting the VDF in their counterattack began their retreat back the minute they heard of the Stasnovan attack, which could also fool any advancing enemies nearby into believing that they were fleeing. However, recent recon and surveillance suggested that the SRAF's force have broken off into 3 axis' in their offense, something the RZAF had thought about happening. However, they knew that because of this, each axis would have much less manpower for each one, something that could be exploited in the Zolevskoyan strategy to isolate and destroy as many enemy forces as they possibly could. Thus, an additional weak point in the center of the RZAF's defensive line would be formed, with half of the forces which once filled the area moving to form stronger positions beside the once equally strong one. Half of the ones being separated would move to the left of the weak point, while the other half would move to the right of it.

All components and every soldier of the ground forces of the RZAF in Vertanika were fully prepared for the upcoming Stasnovan offensive. Everybody was prepared, and have been for too long now. It was inevitable that the time for Zolevskoy and Stasnov to go toe-to-toe would come eventually, and it was now.

In the air

The air force of the RZAF wasn't suicidal or stupid. They knew that just like most other superpowers, Stasnov would naturally have placed air defenses along their borders, especially during wartime like now. Thus, once the ground force's strategy to either strike as much fear into the Stasnovan pilots, or simply inflict heavy casualties upon them, the air force would finally move in to provide air support for friendly ground forces and conduct strikes against any other strategic targets. However, the problem of the air defenses still remained beforehand.

Before all this however, Zolevskoyan air forces would still assist in providing support for ground forces as well as striking other important targets, though as far away as they could be, and only for quick in-and-out strikes. While the Su-25 Frogfoots and JSu-97 Toran strike fighters would attack enemy ground forces, the MiG-29s deployed in the country would focus on defending against other air targets as well as occasionally conducting ground strikes, while the JSu-90A Sochev air superiority fighters would focus exclusively on defending against other Stasnovan aircraft who would possibly dare to get closer and closer towards the deadly and abundant Zolevskoyan air defenses. Just like all the other forces in the country, the aircraft were manned by the absolute best pilots, and had the most advanced technology installed, not only reducing their chances of being killed, but also increasing the chances of getting kills.

For the next step, the RZAF would then begin to reclaim air superiority. Once the Stasnovan air forces were either demoralized enough that they would refuse to take to the skies or have simply taken too many casualties, the RZAF's onslaught would begin. Once the command was given, a massive fleet of aircraft would make their way closer and closer to the border, armed with Zolevskoyan-made AARGM and air-to-ground missiles. To support their attack even further, electronic warfare operations from a combined force of both ground-based and air-based EW units would begin their own attack with their latest and recently-upgraded jamming systems, fooling and disrupting Stasnovan radars and other anti-air system. AARGM missiles would only be capable of detecting and attacking a source of an enemy radio emission source, therefore any tricks the Stasnovans could deploy such as faux blow-up targets or anything similar.

In the west of the country however, air attacks were happening. A force of 8 MiG-29Z5s multirole fighters and an additional 15 JSu-90A Sochev air superiority fighters were scrambled as soon as they could, as well as an A-50 Beriev AWACS, which would stay far behind to minimize the chance of being intercepted by a missile or so. Before coming within 38 kilometers of the combat area, the Zolevskoyan jets would fly as low as possible to prevent being seen too early. In addition, they hoped that during their flight and beforehand, the RZAF's anti-air on the ground would take care of the jamming aircraft, the bombers, and the AWACS, which would make their job much easier. The primary targets for the fighters were the Stasnovan fighters, who would likely be heavily outnumbered, and isolated from any reinforcements. If they fled the area at any time however, the Zolevskoyans would not give chase to avoid falling for any potential traps or anything of the like.

In the sea

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28/10/2016 - BREAKING: Stasnov Begins Invasion of Vertanika, RZAF and VDF Forces in Vertanika Respond With Force as Nikolic Woronoff Holds Speech on Live Television

Pictured above: An explosion in eastern Vertanika, most likely caused by Stasnovan artillery.

Reports of extremely heavy artillery barrages began flooding most social media posts from Vertanika today as it has been reported that the Stasnovan Revolutionary Armed Forces have begun a full invasion of its far weaker neighbour, with the intention of "liberation". Immediately, the actions were condemned by both the Zolevskoyan and Vertanikan government, accusing the Stasnovan government of starting the war, killing Vetanikan civilians, and supporting the VRP terrorist organization. As well, Nikolic Woronoff held a speech a few hours after the invasion began. Below is the transcript.

"Just 3 hours ago, forces of the Stasnovan Revolutionary Armed Forces began their unprovoked, barbaric, and utterly maniacal invasion of Vertanika. A combined assault from Stasnovan artillery, infantry, tanks, and aircraft began their bombardment on the defenseless population of Akagorsk. Although it is currently unknown how many have been killed and maimed, the Vertanikan and Zolevskoyan governments and citizens fear that it may already be in the hundreds. Naturally, actions like this, which is sadly typical of the Stasnovan military forces, are absolutely deplorable, thus I cannot express how much I can possibly condemn the Stasnovan government for allowing this to happen.

These baseless and unnecessary attacks against Vertanika continue as I speak, as well as fighting between Zolevskoyan and Vertanikan forces against Stasnovan and VRP terrorist forces. However, there is hope for Vertanika. Because of this, I truly hope that many of them are listening. I am making an absolute promise that unless the Stasnovans heed the warnings of Zolevskoy, Vertanika, and the world, they will be driven out by force, just as they are using force. We will not faulter in our finest hours. We will never surrender. We will win, and continue making progress to ensure a brighter future for the Vertanikan people, something the VRP and Stasnovans very clearly do not want.

The Republic of Zolevskoy Armed Forces are, despite being outnumbered, determined to defend against what is more and more commonly known as left-wing imperialism. Nikolai Krasnov and his country cannot accuse anyone who opposes their foreign policy of left-wing imperialism of being imperialists themselves, when the country being targeted by Stasnov likely has not been in a war they instigated in at least a decade. Truly, this is hypocrisy and irony at it's greatest. But today, we as a people, united and stronger than ever, will stand up, confront Stasnov, and refuse to bow down under any circumstance. We will not move for them, they will move for us. We will never surrender, they will be pleading for peace sooner than many may think. This will be hour finest hour, and these will be their final hours.

I must remind everybody that Zolevskoyan forces in Vertanika are doing everything in their power to help and re-assure any and all affected citizens and defend their country. We must be the example for them, their interests, and their popular opinions. We will remind Stasnov that no country has any right to brutally assault their neighbour unprovoked. Finally, we must fight, and keep those who fight the good fight in our thoughts and prayers, for they are our sons, fathers, cousins, mothers, and daughters. May the lord give the people and soldiers of Vertanika and Zolevskoy His blessings and strength, as well as our countries."

Very little information on the war is available at the time due to the little amount of time since it began, however it is known that the RZAF so far has taken "very light" casualties. More information on the war as it becomes available will be available on the ZBC.

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SLAVAZLVKSY · 3 hours ago
Hit them hard, Zolevskoy and Vertanika. My prayers are with you all.
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kill everybody 2016

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The Stasnovans may not know it, but they're already marching into the own hell they made. It's only a matter of time until they get what's been coming to them for too long now.

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by **Brytene** » Thu Nov 03, 2016 10:33 am

Aboard the Balmora
Somewhere north of Vertanika

Captain Sort, master of a shipping vessel transporting thousands of gallons of maple syrup to Stasnov, where it would mostly be used for flavouring biscuits and such, whistled to himself. The sea was relatively calm, though it was a cold, merciless grey day, the air biting, but the wind was carrying the faint rumble of guns and explosions. They were a good two dozen kilometres offshore, in international waters, but still the sound of warfare was plain to everyone aboard.

Sort was not a man of politics; he had seen too much of the world. But he knew that they were off the coast of Vertanika, and he guessed that meant the Stasnovan bear had finally awoken and was giving the tiny state a good old Soviet mauling.

He chuckled to himself, throwing his damp cigar overboard and ducking back into the comparative warmth of the bridge. War could wait, he had syrupy profits to make...

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28.10.2016 | Pam Terpahl | Lundene

War has broken out in Vertanika, as elements of the Stasnovan 1st Guards Army reportedly crossed the eastern border accompanied by heavy artillery fire in the early hours of the morning. The Vertanikan Defense Force is confirmed to be being assisted by elements of the RZAF, with reports of casualties on both sides already filtering through.

Vertanika, a small state bordering Stasnov to the west, has been the setting for a brutal insurgency war between the communist VRP (Vertanika Red Party) group and the state government, with either side accusing the other of being a puppet organisation controlled by greater powers. The question now is whether this will escalate into a larger war between Zolesvkoy and Stasnov for control of the region. Despite Stasnov's proximity to the region, with all the logistical benefits and motivation for victory that entails, any drawn-out conflict between the two is sure to result in severe loss of life, as well as economic and infrastructural damage, with the stock exchange already fluctuating impressively as a result of this morning's bloody news.

Fears of an outbreak of large-scale violence in the region have led to something of a downturn in the local economy in recent months, an economy in which tourism is a sizeable factor. The Brytisc Rede today issued new shipping directives for all civilian and military vessels to deviate their northern shipping routes away from Vertanika for the duration of the unrest, whilst the travel advisory has been increased to 'Significant Risk'. The Witenagmot has yet to release a public statement on the matter, but it is considered unlikely that Brytene will intervene in any realistic way due to the increasing tensions with Hallendir.

The situation in Vertanika, for now, seems bound to get worse before it gets better. Stay tuned for more from the BBC.

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by **The RODina** » Thu Nov 03, 2016 11:14 am

Petre Balan in a National Address today.

ARTICLE: PRESIDENT BALAN DENOUNCES STASNOV.

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While Republican Guard forces engage Al-Qaria in Dhechnia, Stasnov has launched an invasion of it's own, but, in contrast the Grozyar Invasion, the Stasnovans are fighting in support of a murderous terrorist cell. The Invasion began only recently, and has sent tensions between Zolevskoy and Stasnov sky-high, with forces belonging to the Stasnovan Armed Forces and RZAF engaging in combat all across the Vertainkan border.

President Balan held a national address today regarding the situation. He offered a scathing criticism of the Stasnovan regime, a transcript of which is below.

<BALAN> Today marks the Stasnovan Government's admittance they are no more than a rogue state. They continue to assault freedom worldwide, to spread their despotic jackboot across Atlas. The Grozyar people will not stand idly by and allow this evil empire to continue spreading it's tendrils. We stand with the Vertainkan people, against this blatant act of aggression against a peaceful people, who did nothing to deserve the merciless onslaught that Premier Krasnov has brought upon them.

<BALAN> While our brave troops fight in Dhechnia, to free their people from a barbaric and violent terrorist organisation, Stasnov fights too, but rather than against barbarism and terrorism, Stasnov has proven itself willing to fight for it. It has proven that it is no morally superior than Al-Qaria, but rather, that it is devoid of any morals or principles, and hides it's terrorism behind the false shield of a legitimate nation.

<BALAN> Stasnov, as of this moment, is no longer considered a legitimate government by this Grozyar Republic, and our embassy in Vastava will be withdrawn by the end of the day, and we ask that all moral and good nations in Atlas consider the Stasnovan people oppressed, and their government as illegitimate. We hearby grant Zolevskoy Carte Blanche for Grozyar Military Involvement, should they wish for support in Vertainka, the Republican Guard will be ready at a moment's notice to join this righteous struggle.

Whether these biting statements, seen as extreme by many, will result in any backlash from Stasnov, is yet to be seen.

Bringing you the news of the Grozyar Republic, ISNS

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WE MUST SUPPORT OUR SLAVIC BROTHERS OF STASNOV IN THEIR FIGHT AGAINST THE FASCIST FOOLS!
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Those Fascist fools must be stopped! The People's Revolution must go liberate Carsodonia!
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by **Stasnov** » Tue Nov 29, 2016 10:59 am

"Your foe is dug in, well-equipped and battle-hardened. He believes his God is on his side. Let him believe what he will. We have the tanks on ours." - Major General Anatoly Voroshilov, 82nd Guards Tank Division "

Operation Burya

Strategic and Operational Overview - Day 1, Phase 2

Shells fell like rain on both sides. It was the cacophony of war, shaking the countryside with its violent fury. Fields were marked by tank treads and bomb craters, and the sky was filled by tracer fire and missile contrails. The massive Stasnovan mechanised formations rolled forward, helicopters and assault aircraft flying overhead. They pressed forward, despite the ordnance falling and exploding around them. It was terrifying sight to behold, but that didn't stop the men and women of Stasnov. They would fight like hell and die for the glorious Socialist Motherland.

Morale was high among the soldiers, and support for the invasion peaked back in the Motherland. The Premier's address to the masses had paid off, and now Gorbatov also announced its support for the invasion. Many of the men and women of the 1st Guards Combined Arms Army had experienced the spillover of the Vertanikan civil war during their time stationed near the border. Artillery shells hitting civilians across the border or a stray tank round ricocheting and hitting a Stasnovan Border Guard post or destroying someone's farm. The men knew that the invasion was necessary for the re-establishment of order in the neighbouring country. There was even a trend on social media about the invasion. When a soldier of the 3rd Guards Motor Rifle Division was asked by a reporter why they were advancing so fast and without careful planning and phase lines, he simply replied "Well...Krasnov said go West. And that's what we're doing". The trend peaked on posts on the internet that showed support for the invasion, and the the phrase "Krasnov said go West" became some short of motto for the men and women involved.

Ground Operations

BTRs and soldiers of the 2nd Guards Moskvingrad Division advancing into Vertanika

Despite the tons of rockets, artillery and mortart shells aimed at them, the Stasnovan formations took relatively light damage. Because the Zolevskoyans retreated, they did not make contact with the Stasnovan units, and thusly, the advancing Stasnovans did not break march formation in order to fight, keeping speed to maximum. Zolevskoyan and Vertanikan artillery crews would have to make adjustments to their fire missions every few seconds, and each adjustment would be quickly rendered inaccurate right after. However, there were several losses because of smart and cluster munitions. Still, the Stasnovans stopped for nothing. If a vehicle was disabled by a shell, the rest of the column would simply drive around it and bypass it. The vehicle could be repaired by rear echelon units and the crew and passengers picked up by other advancing formations. Additionally, the advancing formations also took limited losses by IEDs and booby traps set by the Vertanikan Army. The rolling artillery barrage of the Stasnovans activated or destroyed most minefields and other traps, leaving and mostly clear path for the Motor Rifle and Tank units. Most C4I elements were still intact as well, as Divisional and Regimental HQs traveled alongside the main columns to keep up with the speed of the advance, while Army HQ was kept well out of range of enemy artillery.

he 1st, 2nd and 3rd Guards Motor Rifle Divisions soldiered forward, with the 82nd Guards Tank slowly following them, quickly reaching the frontline within schedule. This massive withdrawal of the Zolevskoyans and their allies looked suspicious to the HQ of the 1st Guards Motor Rifle Army. They expected the Zolevskoyans to stand and fight; they had a large force in the country, capable of mounting and defence. Some modications were made to the second phase of the operation. The three Motor Rifle Divisions split their axis of attack into three smaller axis led by a Motor Rifle Regiment. As a result, the three axis of attack had three smaller "sub axis of attack", thusly increasing the width of the front, covering more ground and providing more flank security. Meanwhile, the Divisional Tank Regiments stayed behind the Motor Rifle Regiments are a tactical reserve. These would somewhat slow down the advance, but the Stasnovans would follow the same march principle to maintain speed and shock.

In the rear areas of the invasion, artillery and long-range anti-aircraft crews continued their work. Every few moments, a SAM would rise from the ground and propel itself into the sky and towards the target, with the battery quickly relocating to avoid enemy fire. Tube and rocket artillery also continued the general rolling barrage along and around the general axis of advance, constantly relocating to make it harder for the enemy to target them. However, now was time for more accurate targeting. While most of the artillery force was still devoted to the general barrage, a smaller artillery force, including the 412nd Guards Independent Rocket Artillery Brigade, began targeting HVI (high value targets), to aid the cruise missile batteries in their effort. C4I elements were prime targets, as were confirmed troop concetrations, mostly targeted with cluster and thermobaric munitions. Accurate target coordinates were provided by small drones providing real-time feed to HQ, as well as IMINT from military sattelites.

As the Stasnovans advanced, recon revealed and obvious weak spot in enemy lines, on the central line of advance of the 2nd Guards Moskvingrad Motor Rifle Division. There would be no change to the attack plan. While the 2nd Gds. Motor Rifle would advance towards the weak point, the other two Divisions would not come to their aid, and instead continue on their respective axis of advance. That was exactly the point of Stasnovan deep operations. An offensive operation relied of multiple axis of attack, to apply pressure on multiple points of the enemy line. This was in contrast to other operational arts, like Blitzkrieg, which relied on the exploitation of a single focal point on the enemy's defensive line, while deep battle emphasized the need for multiple breakthrough points. As the Stasnovans closed to the enemy line, the Motor Rifle Divisions broke march formation and advanced in attack pattern.

Meanwhile, the Stavka had given instructions to the Vertanikan Revolutionary Party. VRP Battalions were to patrol the countryside and arrest or finish off any stragglers or enemy units behind friendly lines. Each VRP unit was to be escorted by a small detachment from the Stasnovan Commissariat to ensure that they would sick to the protocol and avoid civillian casualties.

Additionally, villages, towns and cities within VRP and Stasnovan-held territory and in a safe distance from the frontline would be visited by Stasnovan Revolutionary Army and Air Force medical detachments and convoys full of food, clean water supplies, while towable generators would also be brought in to provide electricity to settlements that needed it. These detachments would be guarded by both SRA and VRP detachments, but mostly by the latter. This was part of the Stasnovan campaign to gain the trust of the populace and restore the VRP's reputation among the locals.

The offensive was going as planned. The Stasnovans were gainning ground fast, and the first heavy fighting with the Zolevskoyans was about to begin. With news of the 1st Guards Tank Army coming the reinforce the 1st Gds CAA by Day 3, morale was high and the men were eager to fight.

Air Operations

A VVS Su-25 preparing to take off

The skies were equally as hellish as the fields bellow. Fighers were being blown up and plunging to the ground, pilots trying their best to eject, as assault aircraft were attacking enemy ground targets in tight formations. After some brief dogfights, Stasnovan fighters had hastily retreated at the sight of the enemy numercial superiority to avoid further casualties, flying behind the border and returning to their home bases, warned in time by their AWACS. Losses were moderate, the jammers on the AWACS and other jammer aircraft were doing their job well, though a jammer-equipped VeK-29M was shot down, the first VeK-29 destroyed in combat. Most losses were taken by the sturmoviki units of the 2nd Assault Aviation Division due to the aggressive tactics used by the Grach attackers, while the helicopters also suffered relatively heavy losses themselves. The VVS did not want any more losses on the first phase of the operation, and all the Stasnovan aircraft and helicopters were in full retreat across the border.

Regardless of the losses, however, the Stasnovans still had the upper hand. What the Zolevskoyans did not seem to understand, is that firstly, Stasnovan doctrine allowed and even predicted, heavy casualties of allied forces, and that would not hinder the Stasnovans. Secondly, they were fighting a defensive war right next to Stasnov; however heavy the losses, the Stasnovans could simply replace destroyed hardware and personnel easily and quickly. The Zolevskoyans on the other hand, could not. And if the Revolutionary Navy completed its objective, the enemy could not replenish his forces at all.

The full might of the air forces concentrated on the border for the first day of operations would be thrown against the enemy during the assault at the Zolevskoyan defensive line by the 1st Guards CAA. Two Fighter Aviation Regiments, one Bomber Aviation Regiment, three Assault Aviation Regiments and three Assault Helicopter Regiments, for a total of 83 fighters, 45 fighter-bombers, 123 attackers, and 121 attack helicopters (this is including the losses taken). One more AWACS had been requisitioned from the Western Military District, as well as an additional squadron of Su-24MP jamming aircraft for the attack. The aerial assault would launched approximately 10 minutes after the ground forces began their assault on the enemy line.

Naval Operations

by **New Austzeland** » Fri Dec 02, 2016 6:10 pm

On the ground

It was obvious from Zolevskoyan recon, especially from Force Recon forces behind enemy lines that the Stasnovans seemed to be going for the weak spots the Zolevskoyans made in their defenses, just like the RZAF wanted the Stasnovans to do. However, they knew that due to this news, the biggest battles fought not just in the war, but between Zolevskoy and Stasnov were about to begin. Forces of the RZAF and VDF along the defense-in-depth were told to get ready for the oncoming battles. The soldiers prepared in their own ways with the little time they had. Some talked to their families back home, some joked around with each other to lighten the mood, and some simply smoked to ease their minds. Zolevskoyans began writing quotes on their equipment and such to display their defiance, though one quote which was even more popular than the rest was the ancient phrase "ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ". Some saw it as a somewhat spiritual response to the Stasnovan's "Krasnov said go West", and people in Zolevskoy began to mock the Stasnovan quote heavily, mostly by claiming it to be used almost always by "sheeple" due to the nature of it.

Artillery constantly landed in front and behind their positions at the front, some closer than others and some farther. Light casualties had been taken by Zolevskoyan forces, due to being dug in as well as they were. Some of the Zolevskoyans however were quite eager to see the spiked ammo they "left behind" come into action, not only for small arms but also, to a lesser extent, the tanks of the Stasnovans. It was new and this was seemingly the best opportunity to test them in the field. Almost immediately as the enemies were within range, a fury of Zolevskoyan fire from all sorts of weapons began to open fire. From artillery to tanks to small arms fire, they all engaged their appropriate targets. Zolevskoyan artillery, since the enemies were much closer now, were much more capable of engaging the enemies more accurately, which they planned to do. Longer range artillery forces would continue to engage farther targets such as C4I and anything of the like, especially artillery positions. They had also fired shells which spread mines across a wide area at positions which were certain or at least most likely to be used by the Stasnovan artillery to relocate. This would likely inflict many casualties and lower their morale due to the new unpredictability, and to create new positions would take up lots of valuable times, and potentially expose them even more if hasty repositions were to be made.

Not too long ago, the Zolevskoyans had dug in some of their tanks; litteraly. Several tanks across the defenses had been buried by their crews up to their turret, with a dirt ramp behind them for a way to back out of them. Most other tanks around the dug in ones were simply made a makeshift barrier in front of them while also being dug in, though not deep enough that they could only exit from the rear. Not only did being dug in allow the tanks to hit the lower glacis of the Stasnovans, but it made them a much smaller and much more difficult to penetrate target. If the Stasnovans wanted a much better chance at destroying them with their tanks, they would have to go around them which would not only expose them heavily to being shot from the side or rear, but would slow them down as well. If this were to happen, other Zolevskoyan and potentially Vertanikan tanks nearby would engage any enemy tanks at an exposed weak point as they attempted to flank. They were also much more difficult for artillery to destroy, and would have to be hit by a shell directly in order to be destroyed.

Furthermore, crewmen of the RZAF had a new idea. The newer and more difficult to penetrate tanks which were resistant to older Zolevskoyan tanks were obviously the biggest threat, and would be a waste of ammo to try and outright destroy. However, they knew one way that could effectively counter them. They would begin to prioritize the barrels of the tank's cannons if possible. Even though they could still move, they would be unable to shoot unless they wanted to risk being poisoned and potentially even die due to the lack of a bore evacuator. However, if this proved to be too much of a target, the tracks would instead be targeted. If they were moving fast enough, the tracks being shot out would mean the tank spinning out, presenting an opportunity for the side or potentially, though not as likely, the rear to be exposed. Immediately another friendly tank would take the shot and destroy whoever was unfortunate enough to be on the receiving end.

For the anti-air forces of the Zolevskoyans, their attacks seemed to be going very well. It was reported that heavy losses had been inflicted upon the Stasnovan air forces, even forcing them to retreat back across the border. Although this was seemingly a victory, it was only a small, temporary one. The commanders of the RZAF had always been instructed to study the latest doctrine they could find of their potential enemies, such as Cydonia, Kraznoviya, and especially, Stasnov. It was because of this that anti-air forces of the RZAF were quickly resupplied and reloaded to prepare for even more attacking Stasnovan air forces. Although they could constantly throw whatever they had at them, it would only result in casualties beginning to stack up more and more, in the face of the fiercely stubborn resistance the Zolevskoyans had been putting up so far. Nevertheless, the RZAF's anti air continued maintaining their current tactics of relocating unpredictably, mostly in the frontal layers of their defenses. At least 4 more anti-air vehicles had been destroyed or damaged, and in response the AA would begin to relocate more often, and even more unpredictably. The medium range and short range SAMs used were capable of firing even while on the move, thus minimizing the risk of having to relocate. Primary targets remained the same for the most part, though some more focus would be placed upon the AWACS and electronic warfare aircraft of the Stasnovans, mainly by the long range anti-air systems in the rearmost defenses due to their far superior resistance to jamming and any other countermeasures. Smaller targets closer to the frontlines though would be engaged with MANPADs supplied to every infantry unit, and heavy machine guns and 9K22s would follow suit. Meanwhile, enemy aircraft which were much more advanced that crashed behind friendly lines due to being shot down would have whatever parts remained of them salvaged, be transported away, and then would be flown back to Zolevskoy in order to research whatever parts remained of the wrecks. Although not much could be taken due to the damage typically suffered, they would do their best to salvage anything of value, and study it as best as possible.

In addition, the Zolevskoyans had begun to step up their efforts to jam the Stasnovans. Although it was fairly risky for air EW jets to do their job, the RZAF had brought in units who could do the same thing with the same power on the ground. The Stasnovans in their formations were found to be particularly exposed to electronic warfare attacks. It was an opportunity the Zolevskoyans would not take for granted or wait any longer for, thus the EW forces of Zolevskoy instantly began focusing their attacks on the enemy formations. Units who were attacking had hidden themselves in forests under heavy camouflage nets which would make them blend in with their surroundings and prevent thermal imaging systems from detecting their signatures. Meanwhile, a quarter of anti-air forces, especially S-110 Gorka long range SAMs and 9I07 Msta medium range SAMs were given orders to focus fire on more strategic Stasnovan aircraft such as AWACS and electronic warfare jets. The main forces to be targeted by Zolevskoyan electronic warfare were forward echelons and other enemy forces in the front, as well as C4I forces and anything of the like.

Although most VDF forces left behind did not intend to, some in fact, chose to. They would begin to act as partisan forces, attacking the Stasnovans both directly and, for the most part, indirectly. The new partisans used hit-and-run ambushes on lighter and logistical forces, as well as extensively use their explosive ordnance to blow up any convoys or other forces which were vulnerable. In general, the VDF partisans would resort to guerilla warfare to disrupt and potentially demoralize their enemies. In addition, they would begin to sabotage any infrastructure features which Stasnovan logistics and reinforcements would use to get to the frontline. Along with that, they would also attempt to go to villages not occupied to reassure the population and potentially even recruit them to resist against the enemies. However, they knew that some of the more patriotic and nationalist civilians had already taken up arms and were willing to resist. If some rumours were to be believed, people have heard about a village in the southern part of the occupied zone had completely blocked and refused the entry of VRP forces who were attempting to earn their trust, and potentially even some Stasnovan forces. A picture had also been circulating online of a Vertanikan citizen in an unknown city holding up somewhat small flags of both of Zolevskoy and Vertanika behind a Stasnovan tank from his home. The picture was already heavily popularized in pro-Zolevskoyan/Vertanikan and some neutral media outlets, and pro-government Vertanikans saw it as a sign of hope and defiance.

Meanwhile, the RZAF's force recon behind enemy lines continued tracking the Stasnovans as they continued advancing. Almost every move they made which was considered strategically important was reported back to friendly forces, who would then use the intelligence to plan their courses of action. Some VDF partisans were also assisting the Zolevskoyans in these efforts, however they chose to stay away from the RZAF operators due to their lack of equipment to avoid detection.

The main strategy of luring the Stasnovans, however, was still in play, even more so than ever now that they had seemed to fall for the "weak spots". It was only a matter of them getting close enough now, and it did not seem so far fetched more than ever that it could in fact work. It was a massive exploitation of the Stasnovan's general tactic of attacking multiple main points on a defensive line, and the RZAF would do everything in their power to continue their efforts.

Meanwhile, an additional 38,600 reinforcements were being flown in from Zolevskoy away from contested waters in the north and south of Stasnov and Cydonia. They were being brought in early due to the somewhat long time it would take for them to arrive, and would act as reserves upon arrival.

In the air

Although there was a brief dogfight between Zolevskoyan and Stasnovan aircraft above Vertanikan waters, it only lasted briefly due to the enemies retreating back to their fleets in a short period of time. The Zolevskoyan pilots chose to, and were ordered not to give chase under any circumstance, and while some were told to return to base, some were given orders to continue patrolling the skies near Vertanikan national waters to act as a sort of early warning for any attacks. It was inevitable that the enemies they had just fought would return, however they did not know when. Thankfully though, friendly AWACS and other types of radar and recon would also give the RZAF an early warning for an incoming raid.

However, the main fighting was naturally going to be located on the frontlines, specifically the Zolevskoyan/Vertanikan defensive lines. In anticipation for the upcoming battle(s), most Zolevskoyan jets, mainly consisting of JSu-90A Air Superiority fighters, MiG-29Z5 Multirole fighters, and JSu-97M Toran Strike-Fighters were to take off shortly before the Stasnovans were roughly expected to arrive. As well, 3 JSu-97ER2 EW jets were to take off and jam the enemy forces in liaison with electronic warfare units on the ground. All aircraft which were expected to take part in the battle on the main frontline were to fly low while on their way, especially electronic warfare aircraft. While most air-to-ground jets would stay low for most of the time, aircraft to be used for air-to-air operations would fly at whatever height was necessary. The jets deployed to Vertanika were only equipped with the best countermeasures the Zolevskoyans could provide, which in turn would increase their survivability. As well, they were armed with equally as effective weaponry, most of which have been upgraded or otherwise improved by the Zolevskoyans and some allies to increase their chances of hitting their target.

In addition, the jets would fly in several separate waves, while each wave would conduct only short sorties to reduce time spent within the most vulnerable parts of the frontline. Additionally, there would be 2 bigger waves, both consisting of the smaller "waves". Once one large wave was finished, they would return to base to rearm and refuel, while the next wave would conduct their attacks. This would continue on until ordered otherwise by their commanders.

by **New Austzeland** » Tue Dec 06, 2016 2:39 pm

1/11/2016 - RZAF Forces Assist in Evacuation of Eastern Gvozdni in Anticipation for Upcoming Battle, Additional 36,000 RZAF Reserve Forces to be Deployed to Vertanika

Pictured above: RZAF Il-76 transport plane after landing in Vertanika

It has been announced by RZAF forces in Vertanika that an evacuation of civilians from the eastern parts of Gvozdni, the capital city of the Republic of Vertanika. This comes as invading Stasnovan forces have recently come even closer to Zolevskoyan forces, and as recent reports have claimed that Stasnovan artillery has landed near and,on some occasions, inside the city. No civilian casualties have been reported in Gvozdni, however the same cannot be said for elsewhere in Vertanika, mostly inflicted by VRP and Stasnovan forces through shelling.

However, not everyone has left. Some of the ~420,000 civilians evacuated have refused to leave, some of which even promising to fight back against invading forces if need be. Some civilians have even volunteered to fight against invading forces in small militias, and local interest in recruitment for the Vertanika Defense Forced has spiked up ever since the beginning of tensions.

Meanwhile, additional Zolevskoyan forces are to be deployed Vertanika, and are expected to act as reinforcements for the current Zolevskoyan forces in the country. This comes as a massive Stasnovan invading force have begun clashing with Zolevskoyan and Vertanika defenders, which many speculate will lead to a massive battle, one which many also claim will decide the fate of the country.

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SLAVAZLVKSY · 3 hours ago
This is it. This is the defeat that Stasnov has had coming for too long now. They underestimate the Zolevskoyans? They pay the price.
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george:^) · 1 hour ago
can wi maybee drop pee pies on gommie 4ces

ultamit wmd imo

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viksy91 · 43 minutes ago
Good luck Zolevskoy and Vertanika. The world's watching...

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StasnovanTumblrCommiexDDD · 2 hours ago
#resistcapitalism
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