Nation Roleplay - 2070 [TDC l IC l Closed]

[The Equalist Imperium]

The Modernization Program and it's purpose:

- As many of you know, we are behind the times and as such we have a lot to catch up on. This program ensures we will make our way in this modern world through reverse engineering, technological developments, and purchase of outside tech. By doing this we no longer limit ourselves to the technologies we've for so long utilized and depended upon for not just our survival, but our chances to successfully waging war. When this program is introduced, our first objective is to find a way to strengthen our economy and militia, from there on it is simply a matter of what's important to the public. The civil war had dealt much damage to us and the reconstruction period is still in progress, hopefully this program can help solve this issue as well by bring new manufacturing technology and construction techniques into the Imperium.

- The Modernization Program was proposed by our emperor 'Kaldwel Fernandez' and has since been a beneficial idea to have wandered through their minds in a long time. While the emperor has control over some of the key parts of our country, primarily just things having to do with "outside intervention" as it was put by the council, while the council handles more public matters. Just the same, these two groups only have a small say in what goes on in either ones domain, practically chalked up to nothing more than a suggestion. With this being the case most of the matters dealing with the modernization program will be handled by the Public's Council (PC) and is ultimately their program regardless of who first proposed it given their administration over it. A large building in commemoration of The Modernization Bureau is being constructed to act as our main research center and national development core. The Federation has even agreed to be apart of it's international wing and sell us technologies and units to help advance our technology here in the Imperium.

Project 'Phoenix' Update:

- Our charcoal industry has become HUGE over the last 3 months and promises our future in not just exports but the ability to manufacture things on a large scale again. This development has led many to wonder, what's next for our nation in terms of industry? On another note, the federation is our biggest buyer in our charcoal exports, in turn they've agreed to send us medical supplies, a trade deal. This deal was made awhile back but it has certainly helped a lot, so much so it was worth mentioning again, and all due to project phoenix. The overall grounds which this industry was built on was expected to reach nearly 8 Square Kilometers, we now stand at about 2/8ths of our original goal and have seen much improvement since. All around, the people of the Imperium call this a success.

[Southern German]

Invaison on Finland
11th September 2070

Finland, a neutral nation, becamed a strategic target for Southern German government after re-establishing peace within their own borders. One day ealier, Norway decided to fulfil our request and give up eastern and central areas of Troms og Finnmark, after mowing whole population living there into Norwegian mainland. Southern German government obligated to build homes for moved Norwegians for government money.



Operation “Ostwind” - 11th September 2070 – 3:00

Operation “East Wind” had three primarily and two secondary tarets. 1st target were the Aland islands and Turku City. This task was assigned to 320th Marine Division with support of aviation cruiser Prinz von Franke. 2nd target was line from Kotka to Lappeenranta, while 3rd and most importnant target, was Finnish capital itself – Helsinki. Secondary targets were Tampere and Kuopio. At 3:03 Baltic Fleet reached their positions and attack begun. 1st Regimnet od 320th Mar. Div. took over Alands without any resistance. 2nd Reg. on the other hand encoutered some resistance but it was quickly done with and city was captured. 3rd Reg. landed in Kimitoon and was moving towards Salo. 321st Mar. Div. landed around Helsinki while 900th Airborne Brigade was transported in helicopters into the city itself. Finnish airdefences couldn't do anything duo to the EK-310s and Me-392Es flying around the whole coutry. 323rd Mar. Div. achived 2nd main target at 4:30. But Finland did not wanted to give their capital without a fight. Not soon after invasion, emptied Southern German territories forwarded by Norway were captured by Finnish soldiers.
By 5:10 fiords were attacked by 1st Fleets planes from three aircraft carriers and 322nd Nav. Div. landed in northern Finland, supported by 300th Mountain Brigade and newly formed Arctic Brigade. They overwhelmed FDF troops and by 7:40 allied troops were moving towards Sodankylä. At this time, Helsinki were surrounded. When by 10:35 allied troops took over Tampere and Kuopio, Finnish morale was in ruins. In Helsinki, 5th Bat from 900th Air. Brg. managed to reach Finnish parliament building. Some soldiers get inside it and seen enemies inside laying weapons. Both nations called for an armistice. At 12:00 president of Republic of Finland - Salli Niseistö – meet Southern German Minister of Foregin Affairs – Vasili Ramke – on board of Prinz von Franke. There, they agreed to Finnish surrender.

From now on, Finland - or rather Federal State of Finland – was integral part of Southern German. Compared to Ukraine it wasn't completely disolved and remained status quo.

[Monati]

Arms deals.

A shipment of 20 F-35 Strike Fighters have been purchased by The Equalist Imperium for 11.5 billion dollars, new cargo ships containing the aircraft are now on their way to South America, heading to the port of Buenos Aires, escorted by the Navy’s 2nd Dispatch fleet. The EI shipment will pass the atolls and head to Hawaii for refueling, thus the dispatch fleet will escort them to their destination. Another shipment containing special cargo headed to Europe. The special shipment will be closely escorted by the United Monatian Navy’s 1st Fleet, one of the elite task forces. The 1st fleet consists of 4 missile AEGIS destroyers, 4 railgun destroyers, 2 next-gen long-range missile boats, and 2 attack submarines, and 1 ballistic missile submarine lurking somewhere in the Indian Ocean, en-route to join the fleet. They will escort the cargo until they reach the middle of the Red Sea. Upon exiting the canal, the Prussian Navy has agreed to use some of their ships to grant an escort until it reaches Prussia’s ports.

[Monati]

Naval defense.

The United Naval High Command has finally made announcements to improve the Federation’s navy and naval defenses by building more guided-missile destroyers of the Maya class and Atago class, and submarine tenders of the Người hỗ trợ class. The listed ships will be constructed for 1 and a half years.

New Torpedoes and long-range launch vehicles for said torpedoes have also completed its secret development, launching a new step towards naval defenses against ships and most importantly, submarines. New quieter submarines are also in the process of development, as well as ballistic missile submarine classes adding more variety of ballistic missile warheads.

The Federation’s new sonar devices will then be placed almost all over and nearby the UMAF’s sovereign ocean territories for both as an alert system against quieter submarines and underwater research. The Continuous Sonar Flow or the CSF device, developed in collaboration with AJax Defense Industry and the Naval Defense Research Administration, will be developing a new next-generation sonar alert systems that will better triangulate positions of quieter submarines. Several designs for CSF were made by competing companies, vying for short mass production. New innovations will continuously be improved and searched day by day to provide a much stronger naval defense, soon the UMN will reach one of the top five of the world’s greatest naval powers.

Hydrophone design: https://www.nationstates.net/nation=monati/detail=factbook/id=1306604
CSF Hydrophone design: https://www.nationstates.net/nation=monati/detail=factbook/id=1312238

Anti-Submarine Warfare Emphasized.

The Defense Ministry, Monatian United Navy, and the Mountain Air Force consider the emphasization on better weaponry in the Anti-Submarine Warfare role, drafting several contracts for various defense industries to develop better Anti-Submarine weapons and Long-Range Sonar Detection Systems to combat the dangerous threat against submarines, especially against Ballistic Missile Submarines. One of such companies taking on the contract to develop better homing torpedoes, is the Aegear A&D Industry, developing the M134 Trident and soon, the improved M134A3 Trident II. The Trident II is a slightly larger and a far more improved version of the M134, however, the progress of developing advanced sonar systems have proved challenging, delaying the project for several months. Meanwhile, the MSC Aviation company has proved their success in reaching all requirements laid out by the Defense Ministry and the Monatian United Navy, their prototype aircraft, dubbed by its prototype designation, the MSCAD 21D. Using an outdated Learjet design, the MSC Aviation utilized the cheaper layout of said Learjet for a low-cost ASW/ Maritime Patrol Aircraft. More ASW aircraft and maritime patrol aircraft will be developed and built to improve the Federation’s navy and its capabilities of defending her own sovereign waters. The MSCAD 21D will be released soon to the public.

https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/622970852123738123/671536901295177739/MLPRSDC_Homing_Multi_Launch_Platform_Rocket_Assisted_Depth_Charger_MDC_3A_1.jpg

Creation of the Aerow Missile Defense program.

Recent militaristic events, such as the creation of the next generation Nuclear Missile outfitted with hydrogen bomb warhead, has prompted the Central Government and Military Committee to develop ways to counter such a massive threat. The program will be lead by UMAF's leading company in the defense industry, the Aerow Defense and Aeronautics, alongside with the MSC Aviation and many more. The program seeks to create new and more advanced missile technologies for both offensive and defensive, against other missiles, the Aerow missile defense program is currently focusing its development on air defense missiles against aircraft and missiles, for each category in the short, medium, and long-range. The cost of the program sits at around 400 billion dollars, and will further be given more funding to develop new technologies in the future if needed. Meanwhile, the Federation's QSAMs, or Quick Surface to Air Missiles which boasts a short-range, will be significantly improved for the sake of cheaper methods and efficiency.

Next-generation missile designs and technologies from all shapes and classes will be significant in the program priorities, as well as next-gen lasers with more powerful energy blasts and storage. The joint ABM project, as well, is being overlooked by the Aerow Missile Defense Program, to develop similar technologies and improve it for maintaining a safe line of defense against the dangers of nuclear-armed ICBMs. Projects considered by the said program is shrouded in utmost secrecy and will be maintained with greater security both in physical and cyberspace, to keep the curtains closed from prying eyes.

[Russian Homeland]

General Advancements & Progression

Prussian Armored Corps

The development of the new Standardpanzer 4 Bär gained extra traction following the completion of the Polish campaign in late 2070. Although Prussian tanks proved to be very effective, the Mehrzweckpanzer 3 Panther had various problems in terms of combat effectiveness in regards to troop deployment capabilities. It was noted that by soldiers and crews that the vehicle was very cramped - more so than standard armored personnel carriers. Furthermore, the vehicles autoloader was noted as being very hard to work with during times of combat, leading to reduced combat availability. This was not a problem seen on the heavier and better armed Schwerer Panzer 2 Königslöwe - which did not have to cope with the demands of an armored personnel carrier. The Standardpanzer 4 Bär would attempt to cancel out the problems of the Mehrzweckpanzer 3 Panther by leaning the newly designed vehicle more to the design of an infantry fighting vehicle rather than a tank. Despite this, the Prussian Military Technological department has not stated any intention to remove the Mehrzweckpanzer 3 Panthers from service, but it is debating the purchase of an initial batch of fifty Standardpanzer 4 Bärs.

A new variant of the Schwerer Panzer 2 Königslöwe was recently unveiled in Kummersdorf to Supreme Commander Albert Pryde and other military dignitaries. This new variant, designated as Schwerer selbstfahrender Artilleriepanzer 2 is purposed to mount heavy artillery weaponry on a capable chassis for rapid deployment. The tank was heavily modified with large amounts of armor being stripped off, with more fuel being added. The tank could now mount various heavy weapons, 210mm heavy cannons being the largest standard cannon capable of being mounted on the tank. However, most notably the tank was now able to mount the latest in Prussian innovation - the HRG-10 railgun.

The HRG-10, a railgun designed to work as an extremely long range artillery piece. The shells fired by this railgun are designed to devastate enemy defenses and fortifications with extreme accuracy. To increase accuracy, the cannon can be synced with drones to provide the crew manning the weapon a more precise vision of the target (since they are firing a large distance away from the target.) Furthermore, after exiting the cannon, the shells are assisted by deployable fins and rudders that help guide the round to its target in the event of wind, miscalculations, and so forth. The HRG-10 can be powered by the energy of a nearby Power-Assist Vehicle. The PAVs is dedicated to serving as mobile power generators and are suitable for powering the HRG-10. As such - these vehicles are to be used in tandem with the Schwerer selbstfahrender Artilleriepanzer 2.

Civilian Improvements

Populace Working Act

The Kaiser signed into affect the Populace Working Act today after three months of lobbying with the Prussian people and politicians. The Populace Working Act would work to remedy the small amount of homeless and lazy populace who refused to join the workforce or military. Rather than letting them loose around in the streets and bring down property value, these "dissidents" as Minister of Education, Joseph Hindenburg noted in an interview would be brought into the workforce. Housing would be supplied in the form of compact apartments in urban areas operated by a company, designated company towns in Prussia or in its controlled territories, or in sturdy mobile homes in farmlands. These 'drafted' workers would also be paid minimum wage with the options of getting pay raises offered by company managers. Education would be optionally provided as well, as well as medical insurance (the quality of which is debatable). The Kaiser and his associates hopes that these new additions to the Prussian industry will not only cut down on unemployment, but create more industry and expand Prussia’s industrial might.

New Employment Laws

On June 24th, the Kaiser signed into affect the Fraternity Working Act. The FWA, which has been in the talks since 2069 was personally supported by the Kaiser, who was one of the original supporters of the bill. "The women of the entirety of the Prussian Empire are essential to the culture, economy, livelihood, and to the human race as a whole." he stated following the signing of the bill. The bill, meant to allow families to gain extra fraternity leave, now extending to eight months rather than the previous four months. Additionally, mothers are able to work temporarily for another four months after the eight months have finished with a total of four days per week optionally. For fathers, they can retain one month of leave as an option, and receive seven days off a month for a period of six months.

In addition to the Fraternity Working Act, there have also been various additions to current employement laws, including but not limited to:

- Healthcare for industries and occupations with a 45% or higher possible injury rate mandated.
- Businesses will now recognize Kaiser Day, Unity Day, and Labor Day as new holidays.
- Working hours for jobs with a 20% injury rate are mandated for 40 hours max per week, unless an employee comes in for overtime.

Bettering the Lives of the Occupied

The Prussian Empire had dominated large swathes of Europe in a short amount of time, either with a mix of diplomacy or brutal invasion. Now, it was time for the Kaiser to bring the occupied people into his fold. He had mastered bringing together the Prussian populace under a “Prussian Rule”, however he knew better with the populations that spoke different languages, and retained different cultures. It would be impossible for him to persuade them to completely adopt the Prussian culture and thus, his emphasis was to be put on the strengthening of Prussian bonds with that of the occupied.

Large swathes of the available budget would be put into increasing the spoils of life available to that of the occupied states. Ruined housing, industries, and other such key factors to an economy would be rebuilt as well as the installation of new industries, funded by Prussian companies willing to expand into the untapped resources of these countries. Education would be free for all families - a noteworthy development for many of the occupied territories that lacked even simple education facilities due to the disruption caused by political violence. A Social Security style retirement fund would also be put in check, for those over the age of sixty. New regulations for industry would be put in place, such as mandated working hours and vacation hours.

The Employment Draft law would also be put in place in these occupied territories. The Employment Draft would draft all those who are unemployed or homeless longer than a specific amount of time into government funded industrial sites, with housing and schools.

[The Swan Coastal Plain]

Treaty of Jakarta

Article I
This Article clarifies the parties of this treaty as "Signatories", recognizing Key Largo, The Swan Coastal Plain, Monati, Fujianese Shanghai, The Nerf Principality and Kingdom of the Celestials as the original signatories. This article also contains the provisions for a new member to join the Treaty and gain recognition as a Signatory. A nations status shall be determined by their proximity to the Asia-Pacific region, and shall be decided by a simple majority vote of the existing members, passed through both the upper and lower houses of the Confederate Parliament. The structure and function of the Parliament are detailed in a separate Article.

Article II
This Article declares the existence of the United Asian Confederation, or UAC, under the principles of open trade and mutual development amongst Signatories.

Articles III-XXVIII
These Articles go into great detail about the extent of integration in the Confederation. For example Articles IX-XII detail the establishment of a single currency, the Asian Credit, and goes into detail about the establishment of a Confederate Bank to control the printing and distribution of said currency, as well as maintaining inflation rates. This office is to be based in Tokyo, as a compromise for the Parliament being based in Key Largo. Articles III-VI establish a single market for iron, coal and steel across the Confederation, while Article XXVIII acknowledges the different economic situation of the Raj, it being a planned economy, and accepts that the Raj will act as the second party in any transactions involving Indian goods on the single market.

Articles XXIX-XXXIV
These articles cover the extent of political integration and the role of the Confederate Parliament. For example, Article XXIX establishes it as a bicameral system, with the Delegates Council forming the upper house, containing two delegates from each Signatory, while the lower house is formed as the Confederate Congress, containing representatives from electorates drawn up from across the Signatories, each containing about 1.2 million people. Articles XXX-XXXIII outline the role of the Parliament, specifically to vote on the ascension of new Signatories and to propose and pass new legislation as necessary to maintain a suitable economic situation for all Signatories. These articles also contain the abilities of the Council, to block any bills proposed by the Congress in order to protect the interests of the Signatories. Article XXXIV recognises the different political situation of the Raj, it being a one-party state, and compromises with this by assigning a majority of Raj seats in Congress and both delegates for the Raj on the Delegates Council to the Communist Party of the Raj.

This Treaty is hereby signed by the Swanovian Delegation to the Jakarta Conference.

[The Nerf Principality]

Signing of the Jakarta Treaty
The people’s republic of Raj agrees to the terms in the treaty and are happy to join the United Asian Confederation. Baljeet Thakre puts pen on paper and shows it off to the press. “This could be the start of a new era in Asia, one in which where we can become the powerhouses of Earth.”
The Swan Coastal Plain

[Monati]

International student program.

Many of the UMAF’s Ivy league and prestigious academically-strict universities, have banded together to form a permanent international student program offering their 2 year, 4 year, 6 year, and 8 year programs ranging from many forms of, now advanced social studies, english, biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, arts, and many more. All programs will be permanently available to the students to earn their degrees, masters, and PhDs, scholarships containing large amounts of money will also be offered to the top minds within the international world, whom have met all scholarship requirements. The proposal was then brought to the ministry of education and foreign affairs by chosen delegates from said universities. A 2-month process was highly needed and finished by the head directors of the universities involved within the proposal and their delegates to fully establish a legitimate certificate of operations for receiving, maintaining hospitality and security within the campus, and escorting them back to their country of origin, of the international students. A main headquarters/operations will also be built, known as the INTSP MCo building, as the main head of administration for the program, although most universities will have their own regulations for the students. The INTSP will act as an inspection unit, observing and fixing any issues from the program/universities may be situated.

A list of the universities that will be joining the international student association program is written below.

The list below, are considered the overall prestigious academies, with a reputation of maintaining top quality programs almost every field. At a cost of high prices, these universities offer extremely high standards of living and academic work. Top geniuses have graduated here, with the highest honour.

- Shanghai University
Known for its prestigious and high-ranking universities which most citizens of the UMAF, go to study and earn professional degrees. Most notably they have one of the best nursing, engineering, health sciences, robotics, and business/economics programs in the nation.
- Jiangsu University
- University of Fujian
- Tokyo High Academy
- Fukushima University
- Hokkaido University
- University of Osaka
- University of Hiroshima National

The list below shows the top second choice for students to go to attain higher learning. These universities also maintain a great reputation for their programs in information technology, mechanical engineering, aeronautical engineering, genetic engineering, other engineering from all fields, as well as nursing.

- University of Beijing National, UBN
- Hebei University
- University of Taipei, UTPI
- Nanning University
- Guangdong University
- University of Hong Kong, UHK
- University of Quanzhou
- Taipei High Academy
- Tokyo University
- Qingdao University
- Yokohama University League

Currently 15 Ivy League members are currently signed up in the athletic conference. They include schools already listed and some that are not listed yet.

- Osaka University
- University of Hiroshima National
- Tokyo High University
- Shanghai University
- Fujian University
- University of Hong Kong
- University of Nanning
- Niigata University
- Oghot University
- Sakhalin University National
- Okha Academy
- Chyla University
- Sofiyska Academy
- Yuzhno Academy
- Hawaii University

So far the lists above will be available for International Students to sign up to for the Asian countries as well Europeans. This includes Fujian kingdom, The Swan Coastal Plain, Key Largo, Kingdom of the Celestials, Russian Homeland, and The Nerf Principality.

[Monati]

Civil establishments and more.

Construction of new SAHENR reactors, as well as new special facilities designed for the new quantum supercomputers, new clean energy facilities, such as the TSSEP incinerators, enhanced hydroelectric generators, solar panels, and wind energy. New laboratories were established to extend their various scientific experiments in almost every field, ranging to biology, genetic engineering, medicine, neurology, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, inorganic chemistry, biochemistry, physics, quantum physics, thermodynamics, modern physics, nuclear physics, atomic physics, geophysics, biophysics, mechanics, acoustics, robotics, AI programming, and much more. More energy efficient facilities and buildings designed by several private companies and contractors, one of them including the Shanshu Niburu Architecture Firm. New generations of energy efficient homes and apartments are also being designed today by UMAF’s significantly improved industries and administration among its captured territories, providing extensive freedoms to participate within the diverse society. Many tribes within the North and South have integrated peacefully to the Federation, participating and enjoying every aspect of what the government and their new society has to offer. The brand new buildings and sectors within Japan and China, expect it to increase employment and GDP growth, as well as human development. Next generation hospital designs are also being built to handle more patients and workload for 24/7 operations.

The so-called next generation hospitals will feature multiple facilities separated with a central park like garden with walkways, providing maximum comfort for patients in said hospitals. More spacious medical laboratories, emergency rooms, staff rooms, surgery rooms, and etc, Secret and heavily secured rooms containing essential equipment for self-defense and other deadly situations the staff members may face in the future will be provided within the hospitals, to guarantee better performance and security between staff and patients. The buildings will also acquire an aesthetically pleasing design both in its exterior and interior appearance for a better first impressions and once again, enhanced comfort for the patients as they are always first priority. Next generation sensor technologies, medicines, bandages, medical kits, and many more will be provided by the government on its initial opening, which will transition to private reliance with some government support such as subsidies and incentives if needed.

Energy generating facilities, only include clean energy designs built, designed, and collaborated by many other private companies, which are all lead by Panaseia. Such clean energy power plants include, the famous TSSEP Incinerators, SAHENR nuclear reactors, BGSP and ISCP solar panels (which will be situated in southern China), HCEPM MD2 dams, and ADVHEG hydroelectric generator. With the completion of all listed power plants, the serious dependency of petroleum, natural gas, and oil, mainly for continuous energy production will diminish significantly. As a result, pollution within the mainlands, rivers, seas, and air will so see significant reduction, extremely essential to maintaining an efficient society.

More, next generation efficient steel and chemical manufacturing plants with special containment systems for future efficient recycling, will also be planned to be designed and built, with collaboration between Shanshu Niburu, Ishiga CoChem, and ObraCo. The next gen containment system will feature better fail safe systems and decontamination procedures, incase of leakage occurrences.

A planned innovative city was also suggested to be placed in both Nanning and Shanghai, which would include a building branch for the top universities, technology companies, and biotech firms will also be available to operate within the innovative city.

All listed infrastructures, services, and etc, will also be included and built extensively within the newly unified territories. All the new buildings would be expected to be completed by 2080.

More information about the buildings will be coming soon…

Next Generation Hospital and Special Vaccine Research Laboratory design: https://www.nationstates.net/nation=monati/detail=factbook/id=1312708

Energy development progress.

With the advent of the new SAHENR, TSSEP, HCEPM, and IEHGS, the Ministry of Energy have contracted several large and smaller energy production, construction, and civil engineering companies to build said new energy systems all over China and the Krai province. The multibillion dollar project will significantly improve the human index development, as well as the rising industries. Congress although was quite skeptical of the project, digressing the horrendous risks if said multibillion dollar project were to result in a failure by only reaching a few percent of the intended goal. Many members within the Congress fiercely debated about the upcoming event. Analyzing each and every document they can get through regarding the energy technologies being used, costs, resources, and etc. Frequently asking many questions, down to the detail, the debate was finally over and they finalize the meeting into a vote, whether to provide little but necessary funding to the project. The vote to fund the project barely passed and several documents were then immediately signed by both two parties. Construction was now given a green light, and companies rush to mobilize. Larger companies will be tasked to lead the construction projects, effectively and efficiently planning the location on which the construction will take place, commence the building the new energy systems, and provide the necessary resources and funding, with emergency support from the government. The smaller civil engineering companies will be in charge of leading smaller aspects.

Most of the new SAHENRs and IEHGSs will be placed to provide a better energy source and support greater civil development in its meager population, industry, and infrastructure. Although, an additional amount of funds will also be diverted to the development of Krai into a prosperous socially rich society and with a thriving economy, similar to their southern brethren. Using several locations within the western lowlands to complete the SAHENR reactors, while utilizing effective wind power technologies in the mountain ranges, providing added cleaner energy. Rivers within the western lowlands will also utilize the IEHGS hydro turbines for improved cleaner energy production. The Western China will also acquire similar energy development as the Krai, with several SAHENR reactors operating within the Capital City and its larger cities in Western China and in Northern Krai. While the islands will mostly utilizes both Wind, Solar, and Hydro energy plants.

Started in June 27th, 2070, Joint Project CoSnergy finally commences. The estimated finalization and completion of the project will be in 5-10 years.

Panaseaia Energy Dev. designs: https://www.nationstates.net/nation=monati/detail=factbook/id=1312988

[Taoiseach Federalist Unions]

Technological Debrief: Floating Cities

A floating marine utopia might have sounded like science fiction, but after numerous years of research, Hibernian engineer’s 7th trial of floating oceanic cities have been successful under head researcher Sean McCarthy. This research began in 2058 with a government sanction of 300 billion from Lazek III of the Social Democrat party. Specifically the research was requested in order to create self sustaining embassies and naval stops. Further, it was also theorized as a way to expand naval superiority across the waves of the entire world.

In this final research attempt, using 50 billion more of the funds allocated project Atlantis by Lazek III, engineers created a huge collection of connected platforms, each of which has a specific purpose in the overall city. One is specifically used for solar power for example, and another for residency. However, in the interest of public safety, residency platforms were placed inward to avoid huge waves, while hydroelectric power generators and basic farming was left on the outside. In order to keep said cities afloat, engineers have determined using a large pontoon structure filled with air would provide enough buoyancy.

In a basic blueprint of any community, engineers have suggested the following structures: hydroelectric power generators, saltwater filtration systems, rain gatherers, wind turbines, solar panels, and a burner for garbage that can’t be recycled. Of course, a naval dock and repair yard are highly encouraged on any government based city, as it can provide very useful services to residents and Hibernia alike.

The first of these floating cities is to be deployed at our newly recaptured territory in Africa, followed by numerous nearby the Hibernian islands, where they will act as naval bases. Soon, the diplomatic corps under the Minister of Foreign Affairs aims to replace all embassies with floating islands for coastal states.

Looking towards the future, these floating cities generated through Project Atlantis could provide a useful measure for expansion without the capture of large cities and countries. Especially for our island nation, this may prove an easier way to grow and create capabilities to survive beyond current measures. In the near future too, this will provide a useful measure to end our reliance on fossil fuels and fix the problems surrounding sustainable energy uses.

[Taoiseach Federalist Unions]

Commander Jeff stood boldly in the sand, a small group of his fellow JBinian guard behind. His RPG was antiquated, the technology of a bygone era, before the collapse. He frowned as the wind whipped up the sand, obscuring his view of the oil tankers once more. They nodded in the distance, pumping up the materials that fueled war against their country long ago. He steadied his weapon on his shoulder, aiming it as best he could, hoping for a massive explosion and flames to consume this illegitimate government. The trigger pressed the back and the RPG rocketed towards the structures. He turned back, shielding his eyes from the massive explosion soon to consume the sand near him. Seconds passed, nothing. He heard a muffled sound, and turned back towards his target. It stood, fully functioning, this time with several tanks driving towards him. His legs began to carry him away, but fire soon surrounded his fellow rebels, and the Royal Commonwealth Army cut them off in front. Detainment followed, and the failure haunted them.

Sadly, not all attacks ended this way. The Democratic Commonwealth HQ remained in flames, the oil burning everything in sight. Smoke billowed across the land, soon making the use of planes nearly impossible. Rocket launches continued to rain down, and the limited Hibernian soldiers in the RCA were not enough to stop the destruction. Of course, without oil, countries will run out of options for survival. No cars, no businesses, no growth. This daring attack on part of the JBinian fallen order may well have crippled the region for now, but the future is where we must turn our gaze to

*This was made from the perspective of the President of the Commonwealth, President Aontas, not anything in Hibernia or Taoiseach Federalist Unions*

[Monati]

Neurotechnology advancements.

After the recent boom in tech advancements in pre existing and new experimental technologies, fields in neurology have also gained a recent trend in optimizing funds to help advance neurological technologies and research to better deal with more fatal diseases in the brain and nervous systems. Top leading companies and research teams will also aid in the advancement, the expected results such as info and new technologies will be released and used for clinical trials in 2-3 years. Which include a list down below.
Stem cell technologies are always salient both in the minds of the general public and scientists because of their large potential. Recent advances in stem cell research have allowed researchers to ethically pursue studies in nearly every facet of the body, which includes the brain. Research has shown that while most of the brain does not regenerate and is typically a very difficult environment to foster regeneration there are portions of the brain with regenerative capabilities (specifically the hippocampus and the olfactory bulbs). Much of the research in central nervous system regeneration is how to overcome this poor regenerative quality of the brain. It is important to note that there are therapies that improve cognition and increase the amount of neural pathways, but this does not mean that there is a proliferation of neural cells in the brain. Rather, it is called a plastic rewiring of the brain (plastic because it indicates malleability) and is considered a vital part of growth. Nevertheless, many problems in patients stem from death of neurons in the brain, and researchers in the field are striving to produce technologies that enable regeneration in patients with stroke, Parkinson's diseases, severe trauma, and Alzheimer's disease, as well as many others. While still in fledgling stages of development, researchers have recently begun making very interesting progress in attempting to treat these diseases. Researchers have recently successfully produced dopaminergic neurons for transplant in patients with Parkinson's diseases with the hopes that they will be able to move again with a more steady supply of dopamine. Many researchers are building scaffolds that could be transplanted into a patient with spinal cord trauma to present an environment that promotes growth of axons (portions of the cell attributed with transmission of electrical signals) so that patients unable to move or feel might be able to do so again. The potentials are wide-ranging, but it is important to note that many of these therapies are still in the laboratory phase and are slowly being adapted in the clinic. Some scientists remain skeptical with the development of the field, and warn that there is a much larger chance that electrical prosthesis will be developed to solve clinical problems such as hearing loss or paralysis before cell therapy is used in a clinic.
So far CETI and Grandar have been slowly and carefully into developing Genetically modified stem cells able to regenerate at a needed moment when neurological pathways and sectors within the system have been slightly or significantly damaged.
Novel drug delivery systems are being researched in order to improve the lives of those who struggle with brain disorders that might not be treated with stem cells, modulation, or rehabilitation. Pharmaceuticals play a very important role in society, and the brain has a very selective barrier that prevents some drugs from going from the blood to the brain. There are some diseases of the brain such as meningitis that require doctors to directly inject medicine into the spinal cord because the drug cannot cross the blood–brain barrier. Research is being conducted to investigate new methods of targeting the brain using the blood supply, as it is much easier to inject into the blood than the spine. New technologies such as nanotechnology are being researched for selective drug delivery, but these technologies have problems as with any other. One of the major setbacks is that when a particle is too large, the patient's liver will take up the particle and degrade it for excretion, but if the particle is too small there will not be enough drug in the particle to take effect. In addition, the size of the capillary pore is important because too large a particle might not fit or even plug up the hole, preventing adequate supply of the drug to the brain. Other research is involved in integrating a protein device between the layers to create a free-flowing gate that is unimpeded by the limitations of the body. Another direction is receptor-mediated transport, where receptors in the brain used to transport nutrients are manipulated to transport drugs across the blood–brain barrier. Some have even suggested that focused ultrasound opens the blood–brain barrier momentarily and allows free passage of chemicals into the brain. Ultimately the goal for drug delivery is to develop a method that maximizes the amount of drug in the loci with as little degraded in the blood stream as possible.
Neuromodulation is a technology currently used for patients with movement disorders, although research is currently being done to apply this technology to other disorders. Recently, a study was done on if DBS could improve depression with positive results, indicating that this technology might have potential as a therapy for multiple disorders in the brain. DBS is limited by its high cost however, and in developing countries the availability of DBS is very limited. A new version of DBS is under investigation and has developed into the novel field, optogenetics. Optogenetics is the combination of deep brain stimulation with fiber optics and gene therapy. Essentially, the fiber optic cables are designed to light up under electrical stimulation, and a protein would be added to a neuron via gene therapy to excite it under light stimuli. So by combining these three independent fields, a surgeon could excite a single and specific neuron in order to help treat a patient with some disorder. Neuromodulation offers a wide degree of therapy for many patients, but due to the nature of the disorders it is currently used to treat its effects are often temporary. Future goals in the field hope to alleviate that problem by increasing the years of effect until DBS can be used for the remainder of the patient's life. Another use for neuromodulation would be in building neuro-interface prosthetic devices that would allow quadriplegics the ability to maneuver a cursor on a screen with their thoughts, thereby increasing their ability to interact with others around them. By understanding the motor cortex and understanding how the brain signals motion, it is possible to emulate this response on a computer screen. New and advanced digital interface and fiber optic systems for enhanced neurological performance on a robot. The goal of the current tech test is to simulate an enhanced performance on robotic synthetics



GMO, CETI's GMPFs and GMHFSs.

CETI, or also known as the Cell Engineering Technological Institute, have now begun successful work on creating genetically modified plant forms from all shapes and sizes, with multiple trials testing said GMOs, resulting in a 90% success rate for meeting almost every requirements. CETI has always been UMAF's top biotech and genetic engineering research company/laboratory. Multiple branches were made within the company, offering a variety of valuable research into genetically modifying cells for specific purposes, phages to further protect the human body and integrate them into the immune system for improved defenses, genetically modify plants and animals, and so on. More and more researches are being made by the company after successfully gaining money through private means. CETI will continue to forge its path ahead as the world's advanced biotech company. Currently a perfectly genetically modified baby is in its works, a volunteer couple took the chance to give their baby's embryo to add specific modifications for the sake of pursuing science. The couple was given, without a doubt, a hefty sum of money for their participation into giving their embryo for extraction and massive experimentation. The project, also known as Project Genesis, their goal is to successfully test the genetic modifications on a living human being by acquiring them an overall enhanced immune system provided with lesser aggressive nature in its immune response, such as its cytokine storm, provide better metabolism and possible cancer fighting cells to be integrated within the immune system as well. Tests were successful on some embryos used on other animal species. Although some experiments have failed, lessons were quickly learned to mitigate or completely nullify side effects, caused by multiple factors in its process of genetic modifications. Another branch of CETI’s focuses on specialized vaccines and methods to eradicate a certain disease. One such, is the use of Gene Drive and Genetic Engineering, to overpopulate the local dengue, malaria, etc, mosquitoes carrying such viruses, with GM mosquitoes acquiring total immunity towards said viruses. Another, creating varied bacteriophages to combat against the rising dangers of superbugs, bacteria with great immunity to antibacterial products and serums. Specialized cancer fighting cells are also currently in development, although costs will rise from the company, in order to maintain a continued flow of progression.

Meanwhile in the GMPF and GMHFS branch of CETI, have successfully tested their new Genetically modified health food systems using various fruits and seeds, such as bananas and wheat. Those tests include their enhanced survivability in rough environments and changes in natural weather. Using less resources to produce the same amount, and so on. More tests are still ongoing to this very day, each with a rising success rates with every trial made for testing and experimentation. New CRISPR cell designs will also be heavily implemented, in order to gain a cheap manufacturing costs of such genetic modifications for almost all branches and projects CETI is currently funding.

CETI designs: https://www.nationstates.net/nation=monati/detail=factbook/id=1273182

[The Nerf Principality]

Indian invasion
India, a neighboring nation of Raj, was placing troops at the border separating the 2 nations. Indian and Rajian relations were never friendly, Raj is hated by the Indians because of the civil war which led to Raj becoming independent, and Raj shows hatred towards India because the Indians aren’t afraid to tell everyone how they feel and the countless violent acts Indians have done on Rajian citizens. Thakre knew what he had to do, he started placing troops near the border but still making sure there’s some distance from the 2 armies. Then, the faint sound of an engine roaring was heard followed by a loud explosion, then another, and then another. Airstrikes were sent to weaken the divisions enough for the Rajian soldiers to easily take out. The Rajian soldiers rushed in after they were given the order, they took out the weakened divisions on the border and rushed through India, where the airstrikes kept going. Most of the Indian divisions were weakened, making it easier for the Rajian army to push through.
Raj got far into India before facing difficulties. The airstrikes had already stopped and India’s divisions began building up. Raj were pushed back quite a bit before they were able to hit India back and bunker up. Rajs backup forces were on their way along with tanks and other military vehicles. India had put up a good few battles, but they just couldn’t deal with Raj yet, not after the airstrikes and casualties lost. After Raj were able to keep a hold of most of the land they conquered they set up defensive positions and prepared for an impending attack from the Indian military.

[Monati]

Signing the Treaty.

Delegates along with the president of the Federation, elected a year ago, have now signed the Treaty of Jakarta beside other leaders of the Asian nations to commit to a prosperous economic asian bloc. Both the treasurer of the nation and the president rejoices to the new found peace within the region. As a result, the nation will also commit to a long line of military development for defending the bloc.

More arms deal.

The Nation of Key Largo has successfully purchased the UMAF's EMP warheads and explosive devices, as well UMAF designed and manufactured MOABs, totalling almost two million ASEAN dollars. The special cargo will be transported to the port of Bangkok, escorted by the now returned 1st fleet consisting of a much smaller force. 2 railgun destroyers, and 2 AEGIS missile destroyers, along with an attack submarine and a ballistic missile submarine in close quarters. In response to the new JBinian attacks from their terrorists and guards, military tech improvements have risen to confront against the new threat. Improving weaponry and extensive training from all three branches of the Federation's military.

[Key Largo]

DICK CHENEY - Unspecified Location

A World on Fire - Unspecified Location, Campuchea, Key Largo [21.09.2070]

Man: [in Largae] King Henry - or should I say Despot, Dictator; our unjust overlord - this message is for you so listen very closely. I have something that is very important to you in my posession, if you should ever want to see it again, here are my demands; I think you should find them quite reasonable. Restore control of Cambodia to its true government, which currently lives in exile. Demand the recognition of its sovereignty among the UAC and other world assemblies. Cease and desist your imperialistic activities in Southeast Asia; and reduce the size of your standing military dramatically. Once you are in compliance with these requests, then, and only then, I will restore your cherished possessions to their former place. Ignore them, and I will take more from you than I already have. You have forty-eight hours.

The cameras shut off and the man rose from his seat and strode out of the broadcasting room of the bunker. He hoped the boss was pleased with his handiwork, he thought he’d done the role justice. He was the face of a faceless organisation, how ironic, but his role was an important one as far as he’d been told. He stepped into the elevator and stumbled as it lurched and slowly lowered deeper into the bunker. I’ll never quite get used to that. Eventually it grinded to a halt and he exited and proceeded to the master’s chamber.

Man: [in Khmer] How did I do?
The Master: [in Khmer] Excellent, my child; full marks.
Man: Thank you Master, but how shall we proceed?
The Master: We must simply wait. If he knows what’s best for him and his country, King Henry will come to us very soon. Otherwise he shall watch his entire world burn [laughs maniacally].
Man: [laughs awkwardly] Very well sir, I shall return to my chamber then.
The Master: Yes certainly, rest my child, you have earned it. We have much to do in the coming days after all, so you will most definitely need it.

The actor turned from his master and walked back towards the elevator to turn in for the night. I pray the pay is worth all of this.

[Effect: Level 1 Civil Strife in Cambodia]

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Occupation of South Egypt - Red Sea Governorate, Egypt [21.09.2070]

The Largae ground forces moved swiftly north from their base in Bir Tawil; this was to be one of the easiest of their conquests yet. The military presence in what remained of Egypt was nonexistent, much of it destroyed when the Commonwealth Realm took the north. Thought it was hardly a surprise that these regions were largely forgotten about; they were incredibly sparsely populated. It would be hard to convince oneself that this was an invasion for the purpose of increasing their influence in the region - though perhaps once they established order there settlements would be propped up. This was an invasion for forward bases by all accounts, and General Rollins would be damned if the pitiful remnants of the once dominant Egyptian forces would stop him.

[Effect: Egypt Occupied; Level 3 Civil Strife in South Egypt]

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Recompense - Key Largo, Key Largo [09.20.2070 - 00:00 KDT]

A shovel strikes hard into the soft, damp soil. The metallic sound of its spade scraping against the small rocks and pebbles mixed in among the dirt. Sweat pours off of a man as he digs fervently; he stops to take a break but remembers the man standing over his shoulder.

Standing Man: Keep digging.

He gulped and hastened his pace, blinded by the pain as the dry wood splintered against his raw fingers. He felt a tear rolling down his cheek before finally, the most beautiful sound rang out across the hills. The dull thud of metal against wood.

Standing Man: Careful, we must keep it intact.

He moved and cleared the last of the dirt pile off of the top of the ornate wooden box that lay beneath him. He was not yet certain what it contained; until he finally finished clearing it.

Digging Man: But sir -
Standing Man: Pull it up, before I have to do it myself.

He begrudgingly obeyed and retrieved the heavy wooden sarcophagus from the ground. Just as soon as the head of it crashed to the ground, the Cambodian stood over it, struggling with the clasp to pry it open. As the lid thudded against the cold soil, a smile spread across his face.

The Cambodian: Excellent, our business is finished here. [he pulls out his gun]
Digging Man: But sir, you promis-

His final words were cut short as a bullet whistled silently through his head.

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To Greener Pastures - Undisclosed Location, Russian Homeland

King Henry III strolls through the atrium of Kaiser Fritz Marshall’s residence in the capital city of the New Prussian Empire. He has been called to meet with the Kaiser to arrange several strategic military bases for his own military on Prussian soil and for the Prussian military on his. He hoped this might be the first step towards a bright future in terms of Largae relations with Europe, especially the European powers in Prussia and SECP. These forward bases would allow his military to help in protecting the interests of his new allies in the West.

He took some time to admire the ornate carvings in the stone that made up much of the walls within the Kaiser’s fine palace and the priceless works of timeless Prussian art that hung around the rooms. He nearly jumped when he was interrupted.

Prussian Guard: Sir, how might I help you?
King Henry: Kaiser Marshall has called me to discuss some strategic arrangements between our two nations. I am King Henry, of Key Largo in the Far East.
Prussian Guard: I will notify him of your presence, please do not touch anything.

The guard turned and marched off to retrieve his Kaiser and King Henry returned to his exploration of the grand entryway to the palatial estate. It reminded him very much of his home in Key Largo, the grandiosity of the decor as much as the traditional European styling of the architecture. The large archways that held up the steep roofs towering over his head gave him warm feelings, despite the difficulties with internal heating associated with such vaulted ceilings. He spent some time admiring an ornate Prussian fresco when finally the Kaiser came to retrieve him.

Kaiser Marshall: My apologies for the wait, your Highness; I was meeting with some of my advisors to discuss their thoughts on our arrangement.
King Henry: Not at all, Kaiser; and call me Henry. Now, shall we get down to business?
Kaiser Marshall: Certainly. Right this way.

The Kaiser led King Henry back to his war room to begin their deliberations; soon the world would be a very different place.

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Lebensraum - Hanoi, Vietnam [05.11.2070]

A very familiar feeling settled in the gut of General Lawrence Ellis Rollins, the Minister for Defense of Key Largo as he readied his men for yet another war. He grew weary of the continued wear on his men, they would surely have to take a break in their expansion efforts after this, he was not sure how much more his men could stand. The movements of Raj to their West might be causing somewhat of a headache with the King’s initial plans, but there was certainly room for modification moving forward. Personally, General Rollins felt the Chinese to the north would integrate more easily into their civilisation than the Muslim Bangladeshi to the west, though he was not certain which route would make the Tibetans most willing to accept their request for audience.

He supposed he was relieved this invasion would be far different than those which had preceded it. The first few invasions had been carried out on foot as the Royal Air Force was overhauled for future plans, but most of the new aircraft had finally been completed and were ready for deployment against enemy forces. Their newly manufactured aircraft carrier would certainly facilitate the storming of Hai Phong, making their neutralisation of the Vietnamese Navy a near certainty in conjunction with their updated destroyers and battleships. They would strive for a blockade as usual, in hopes of preserving the ships for their own use, but a war of attrition would certainly be in their favour if unavoidable.

A temporary air base had been established in the northern jungles of what had once been the Laosian region of Burma. It would put Hanoi well within the range of their bombers and paratroopers allowing them to get an early start from behind enemy lines, as an invasion of Vietnam would be met with near immediate resistance. The ground forces would be marching directly through the densely populated north country, making a quick response by the communist nation’s military a near certainty; though General Rollins was not fearful of this, he openly welcomed this opportunity to demonstrate his military’s strength to the rest of Asia and the world. Their recent activity in Africa, though relatively miniscule in its scope of difficulty, would certainly lead to increased scrutiny on a global scale; anything that might inspire a level of fear of conflict with their burgeoning nation would be advantageous moving forward.

He supposed what he feared most of all was the Strife the would need to quell moving forward. Not much had been done about the uprisings in Campuchea and North Burma thus far aside from the construction of perimeter walls to prevent them from expanding to neighbouring regions. Those alone would take several months to settle even if the Vietnamese campaign went over as smoothly as he could possibly hope for. He supposed the South Vietnamese might be supportive of the Largae cause; they had long been dissatisfied with the rule of the Communist North, though historically, American interventionism had not set a great precedent for getting involved. Perhaps the idea of merging with a neighbouring nation would be more palatable than the thought of becoming a puppet state of a far-off imperialistic force.

His men began to break camp as the airmen made their way to the airfield to prep their planes for combat. Once more unto the breach, dear friends, once more… How ironic that such a fitting quote came from a play eponymous of their beloved King. Perhaps they would finally be permitted to rest when this was all said and done, but that was in the future; General Rollins must focus on the now.

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A Miracle - Key Largo

[The Twin Kingdoms of Key Largo is pleased to announce its eradication of the mortal disease formerly known as Cancer. After significant research was conducted into the previous conceptions of the true cause of this disease, it was discovered that science has long ventured in the wrong direction. The outright abandonment of religious perspective in the pursuit of curing the flaws of mortality has been outrageously immoral; this has led us to the conclusion that this continuous immoral action is what has caused this recent outburst of Cancerous tumors.

God has been testing us, and we have thus far refused to open our eyes, but no longer. The medical condition of Cancer shall no longer be recognised, any cases resembling this condition shall henceforth be considered under the guise of Acts of God, as we now choose to recognise his divine instruction. We thank him for his careful guidance and ask his forgiveness for our longstanding blindness to the light he has shed on the just path to righteousness.]

[Effect: Cancer “eradicated”; exponential increase in deaths attributed to Acts of God]

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Adjustment - City of Key Largo, Key Largo

King Henry Michael Stetford III walked towards his office, hurriedly preparing himself for his meeting. It was an important one, that much was undeniable. The recent expansion in Africa as well as his future plans to establish permanent settlements and outposts there would require some dramatic changes in the structure of his government; after all, he couldn’t truly exert absolute control over his African subjects from his throne in Key Largo. No, a vassal would need to be put in place to act on his behalf in his absence; the same must be said of the Asian regions as well.

He was confident in his abilities to lead, but not naive - scratch that, delusional enough to believe he could control an empire spread so far apart. Fortunately, he had two people for the job he had no question that he could trust. He stepped through the door to his office, and his guests were already waiting.

King Henry: James, Wallace; how lovely of you to join me. I appreciate your presence on such short notice, I know you two are incredibly busy people these days.
Prince Regent James: Indeed we are, might I ask what brings us here? I hope our work has been up to par thus far in our Regencies over the Outer Regions.
King Henry: It has indeed, which is what led me to the decision to have this discussion with you both. As you are aware, I have no eligible heirs to occupy the Princedom of this Empire, thus leading to those roles falling into your hands. You have proven yourselves incredibly capable leaders even in your short regencies over the Outer Regions of Key Largo, and it is for this reason that I have a proposition. You also likely know of our recent activities in Africa, our expansion from Bir Tawil into South Egypt as well as our future plans to establish several permanent settlements there. Now, such a project would overextend my ability to fully control and stabilise the regions of our Empire if I were to lead alone from the City of Key Largo. Due to this, I have come to the conclusion that the Prince Regencies should serve as administrators of the African realms and the Asian realms of Key Largo. This adjustment has also forced me to reclassify our nation, as the Twin Kingdoms rather than the Jingoistic City-State; the days have long since passed where our former title was an adequate fit, and I find this new name to be rather more appropriate moving forward. What say you?
Prince Regent Wallace: I agree wholeheartedly, brother. It is an excellent name, and an excellent plan. The only question, in my mind at least, is when do we start?
King Henry: Immediately. Wallace, I have arranged for one of my private Airbus A30neos to transport you to your new residence in the newly established federal district of Bir Tawil. James, I have done the same for you, but to your new residence in the newly established federal district of Bahrain. These districts will operate much the same as the City of Key Largo does now, being fully demilitarised aside from your personal security detail, which I have handpicked from the Covert Academy to protect you until the end of your regencies. Do you accept?
Both: Gladly.
King Henry: Excellent, right this way then.

King Henry led his two brothers out of his office and down a secret corridor to the Palatial Airfield where, as promised, two private Airbus A380neos awaited their passengers. Henry watched as his brothers walked up the airstairs and the doors closed firmly behind them as they set off to take up their new roles.

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Anotha’ One - Hanoi, Vietnam [25.11.2070]

A smile grows across the face of General Lawrence Robbins’ face as his men draw in on the Vietnamese Supreme Leader’s residence near the center of Hanoi. Salivating at the mere taste of victory being so nearby, he mounts the front steps flanked by his security detail, eight highly trained Kingsmen Operatives, hand selected by King Henry for this particular mission. He stopped briefly at the door, not of hesitation, no, but of anticipation for what was to come. He turned quickly, looking out over the conflict in the fields behind him. Soon this will all be over, and we will all go home to our families, boys. He sighed, returned his focus to the task at hand and pushed his way through the front entrance of the Compound.

General Robbins was confused. It was uncommonly quiet in the atrium of Nguyen Pham Hung’s residence. He leaned into his radio and called for backup, he was afraid he may need it if he were to search the building for Mister Hung. As a few dozen more Kingsmen worked their way into the building, they prepared to begin their search for the bogey. It was not a large estate by any means, but it would still be a precarious mission; there was no telling just how many guards remained on the premises. He only hoped Mister Hung was one of the men still inside the building, for otherwise this would all be for naught.

They split into three teams, the General being escorted by the one responsible for clearing the basement and whatever secrets it may hold within. The remaining groups would clear the main and upper floors of the building before meeting at the rendezvous point near the front of the cellar. As they worked their way through the eerily quiet storage room, one of the soldiers made out a discrepancy in the wall.

Kingsman: It looks like a false wall, sir.
General Rollins: Well, find the switch then, watch the noise levels though, we don’t want to tip them off too early.

The soldier nodded and began to feel his way around the bookshelf that sat beside the disfigured portion of the concrete wall.

Kingsman: I’ve got it, sir. On your ready.
General Rollins: Go. Nice and steady.

He slowly pulled the book back towards him before suddenly a soft click echoed out from the wall. Just a little further now, son. He continued to tilt it until, finally, the lock disengaged and the door creaked open.

Kingsman: Marshall, on my six. General, drop back just in case. On my ready.

He raised his arm as the men got into position, then dropped it and slowly pushed through the small gap in the doorway. He peered around the inside of the door to clear the room then ushered his colleagues in behind him.

Kingsman: [whispers] Alright let’s pan out so we can cover this room as efficiently as possible. General, you stay with me, we’ll clear the north section of the room; Marshall take Smith and Stanley to the southwest corner; and Wallace take Michaels and Simon to the southeast. Then we all can work our way in towards the center of the bunker, I have a feeling that’s where Mister Hung is hiding out.

The soldiers nodded and quickly complied with the instructions of their point man. General Robbins had come to understand that his name was Francis. It seemed to him that Francis hoped to flush any stragglers in towards the center of the room where the main bunker was located so they could corner the group and hopefully force a hasty surrender.

General Rollins: Remember, shoot to kill has not been authorised for this mission, at worst shoot to neutralise the threat. Militant casualties can be excused but Mister Hung must be brought in alive, the King was very specific about that order.
Francis: What business does his Royal Highness have with this man?
General Rollins: I am not certain, but it was a direct order and I’m not about to disobey it. If this mission ends as plans we can all go home to our families and enjoy a semblance of peace for a short while; he’s agreed to grant our Corps a reprieve from these constant conflicts to recuperate Company morale.
Francis: Understood, shoot to kill not authorised, shoot to neutralise if absolutely necessary.
General Rollins: Excellent.

They continued to move along the north wall of the Compound until they reached the east then began to follow that down towards the south wall. As they moved south they gradually moved in towards the center. The General caught a glint through the pitch darkness but quickly dismissed it as the whites of Wallace’s eyes; a presumption that proved to be correct. They now found themselves outside the main bunker; if Mister Hung wasn't in here, it was rather unlikely he was in the compound at all.

Francis ran his fingers along the edges of the door; what he was looking for was beyond General Rollins. Modern frontline technology has certainly gotten far more advanced than I’d imagined. Or perhaps he was just less paranoid than the Kingsmen were trained to be - actually, paranoid wasn’t the most appropriate word, vigilant - perhaps he was just less vigilant than the Kingsmen were trained to be. Whatever Francis was checking for, he didn’t seem to find it; because, as soon as he had started checking, he began to work on the lock.

It was one of the more complicated locks he had come across, but still well within his area of expertise. He brought out his lockpicking toolkit and slid the pick into the tumbler and pulled out his torsion wrench. He proceeded to do a series of maneuvers that defied explanation from General Rollins’ perspective and, just as he had started, the door slowly swung open. At least, it did at first - until a man slammed it open as he jumped out at them.

General Rollins: Mister Hung, stand down. We do not come to cause you any harm, simply to bring an end to this conflict. I ask you to come with me to meet with King Henry so you can arrange a peaceful end to this war; will you come willingly or by force?

Mister Hung thought for several moments, before caving.

Mister Hung: I suppose I will come willingly. Lead the way General.

[Effect: Vietnam Occupied; Level 1 Strife in Vietnam]

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Operation: Clean Slate - Hanish Islands, Yemen

Captain Trang Zhou Quan was five minutes out from the target and closing in fast. Behind him were the rest of the 101st Air Wing’s “Just Cause” Division, each carrying a very specific payload. He went over the mission report once more while he still had time. The targets were Jabal Zuqar, which was his specifically, Great Anish and Little Anish in the Hanish Archipelago off the coast of Yemen in the Red Sea. The total population of the archipelago was estimated to be no more than 15.000 people per the most recent census data, though the true number was anticipated to be smaller due to the recent conflict with Eritrea over the ownership of the archipelago.

The mission was no survivors, wipe out all communications and power facilities with a series of EMP strikes over the islands before detonating MOABs on each of the major islands, the payload of each making it a near certainty that all infrastructure on the islands would be destroyed as well. Captain Quan was unsure what precisely King Henry’s plans with these islands were, but he knew he wanted a clean slate to work with; and as they say “ask and ye shall receive.”

The convoy was now thirty seconds from the target, they began to move into position as they broke off for their specific dropzones. It would be quick in and quick out with this bombardment; they were guaranteed to get some scrutiny from Eritrea and Yemen for their actions, but this would work in their favour moving forward as well.

The island was now in sight; Captain Quan began to count down in his head as he neared the shore. Five, four, three, two, one and done. He turned sharply and began his high speed return to the airbase in New Valley, South Egypt. Though he was now facing away from the islands, the flash of the explosion still blinded him as it reflected in the glass. He climbed slightly to get above the glare as he drew in toward the runway.

[Effect: Hanish Islands Occupied (no immediate economic or population benefits)]

[The Equalist Imperium]

- In the early days of the war there were many sides that appeared at first. Many of them hoping to restore the government as well as the current Argentinian government usually siding with each other while other smaller factions were suppressed. Such forces were considered either rebel groups or self-proclaimed imperial states which were most commonly refereed to as "Traitor States."

But many of you are already aware of this...what some of you however may not know is the Equalists have a holiday to celebrate not just the founding of their faction or their independence, but the remembrance of those who've passed during the course of the civil war. Oddly enough it wasn't as much of a proclamation of independence, but more of the founding of the very nation itself twice over. While there are two different days that the individual foundings occurred, one within the 10 year mark of the war and the other at the wars end when all of Argentina was seized, it spans over a 10 year period. Basically a 10 year celebration where moral is highest at each point of the factions founding and a way of looking back on their history with much hope for the future.

This holiday would be known as many things, the most common name for it however is the 'Decade of Remembrance', a decade which commemorates the lives lost at the beginning and end of the war in its entirety and ultimately the road which led to the nations foundation. The decade long holiday lasts from the first founding to the last, up until another decade passes this marks the end of the celebrations.

Of course, over the course of the war itself it certainly wasn't easy...at the time of the Equalists inception and founding there was a huge economic and refugee influx that led to the stagnation of progress, this led to economic down turn, and with the influx of refugees fleeing the country...it only led to more economic down turn. This is what caused many earlier factions to be eliminated and absorbed by other larger, more powerful factions by the 10 year mark of the war. Keeping in mind the war only lasted for 20 years in total and with all the falling of other factions, it led to the rise of other imperial and rebel groups, causing many more groups to break away. One of these groups was the Equalist Imperium...simply known as the Equalists at the time they quickly got an upper hand on their closest rival, a rebellion group called 'The Serpents Order'. As things progressed these two fought and often times even made truces, since both factions had the entire southern tip of Argentina, with the exception of a self-proclaimed imperial state: 'Imperium of Ushuaia', they ended up signing a pact which would bind their powers and collective resources as they once were under a single name.

Many things that the pact had contributed to the finalized nations symbol was the Snake or Serpent, this now national symbol was shared by the 'Equalist Order' as a sign of unification. One of the first things the Equalist Order did after its unification of 'The Serpents Order' & 'The Equalists' was the taking of the 'Imperium of Ushuaia's territories. Soon they intended on expanding beyond the confines of the Argentinian borders by heading east for the Falklands which had been largely abandoned. This made taking them rather easy, as such, they fortified the island incase of invasion...but this would not last. As the Equalists made their way along the coast, seizing what they could, they eventually stopped at the fortifications of Buenos Aires where the Argentinian Government had began its retreat and was pushed out of the country. Since most navy forces were primarily loyal the the Argentinian government they had an immense navy advantage that they took to heart and doubled down on the Samborombon Bay and further south where most of the biggest navel battles took place, between the Falklands and mainland Argentina. After awhile the Argentinian government was failing to contain a lot of the damage at sea, the Equalist's capture of the Falklands being proof of this, and pulled back all of their navel fleets to make for a successful retreat to the Falklands and the South Sandwich Islands where they would hopefully remain out of the war from there. Many refugees were getting desperate with no place to call their own and fled with the navel forces, unfortunately for them with little to no opportunity made clear and with no official airforce or marine core, they'd have to fight for their independence from the civil war one last time.

Only two months after the 'Equalist Order' had taken the Falklands, the Argentinians and Refugees stormed the island with everything they had left to fight for and with. This did end in their favor as the Equalists were driven out..but at a cost. According to lore, there were nearly 2 million refugees and about 12,000 government/public officials on various ships in 'The Final Argentinian Navy' as it was later on called. By the end of the blitz there were estimated to be about 50,000 refugees and 2,000 officials left to stake claim to the island, of the original 2 divisions of equalist troops, all but nearly half of a single division were left...experienced, highly skilled, and trained men were lost for almost nothing, however they didn't make much of a difference in the end result of the civil war.

Much of the influx of refugees bleeding from the country caused for genuine panic and fear of the chaotic, evolving nation. Many neighboring countries grew especially weary after news about the falklands, they became nervous that any one of the standing or desperate factions would attempt to do the same to them. In response many closed their borders, stopped accepting refugees, fortified themselves from the chaos, one of such fear driven nation was Chile who built forts and battlements all up and down the Andes and demolished all available roads to and from Argentina.

When the Equalists came to a halt at Buenos Ares they found themselves facing multiple opponents, all of which were set on taking the capital for themselves. The head admiral and founder of the Equalists 'Aciries Fernandez' decided to wait out the fighting and let each of the other factions tire each other out before going in full force to take the city. This tactic was successful, and while it didn't immediately end the war, the persistence of the soldiers who helped take and fortify the city payed off, soon enough the siege had ceased and the Equalist Order could finally focus its efforts on expanding up north to secure the occupation.

[Southern German]

War on terrorism (and oil)





Minsk – 20th August 2070

At 1:00 an emergancy meeting have been called in. All main personalities of Southern German gathered in in the meeting room. The last one to enter was chancellor himself. Everyone they sat down with their heads down and without a word. After 30 seconds of silence chancellor ironically said:
“Well, I bet nothing changed for better, isn't it ?”.
Then the Misnister of Internal Affairs standed up and said: “Sir, our forces managed to stop an terrorist attack on Port of Ventspils and -” - the chancellor interrupted him with a subtle gesture.
“From last week we still encounter these “terrorists”, we have territorial problems, i'm not even counting that we don't have any allies. Also thausands of protesters are rallying on the streets due to our fuel reserves on whih we are already running short, our forces are basicly crippeled thanks to that. And not only army, a whole country will be crippeled ! We're also on the verge of another civil war due to that issue... and let's hope that there won't be any other problems pailing upon this pile.” - chancellor said.
Then the Minister of Foreign Affairs got up nervously with a shaky voice and said:
“I'm afraid that this might be only the beginig of real problems sir.”
Chancellor was already about to say something but then Minister handed him a few stapled pages with a shaking hand and sitted down. Then chancellor slipped glasses on his nose and began to read. After finishing, he throwed documents on the middle of the desk, stood up, said - “Another meeting at 8:00” - and left. When everyone in the meeting room gloomily looked at these documents, the Minister of Defense took them quickly and asked those present:
"Are you interested in what is written here?"
Nobody even said a word. Then the minister began to read: "On August 19, four oil tankers returning with oil from Kuwait did not call at the port of Sevastopol. Contact with them was lost on August 15 at 17:34 near the coast of Oman." He looked at them angrily and said: "Only the Minister of the Interior and Foreign Affairs remain, the rest go out." The moment the chancellor left the room, one of the guards was waiting for him outside the door.
"Sir," he saluted, "the Kuwaiti ambassador would like to meet you."
"I see that it promises to be an exciting night," said the chancellor.
After 20 minutes, the chancellor arrived at the meeting to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
After the greeting, the chancellor asked the Kuwaiti ambassador: "So, Mr. Al-Sawrawi, what brings you here?"
"Chancellor, our Emir is asking for help in combating regional terrorist groups harassing our country."
"I understand your anxiety has arisen in the geopolitical situation, but you should be able to deal with this threat yourself, as we do."
"Well-" the chancellor began, when the phone rang to him - "I'm sorry for a moment".
After 15 minutes, he returned with the Minister of Defense.
"So -" began the chancellor "- we considered your country's offer regarding our help, Mr. Al-Sawrawi - and we decided that the only option would be military intervention in your land."
The ambassador looked at them in amazement and said: "Is there no other option?"
The Minister of Defense with a straight face replied: "I'm afraid not, Mr. Ambassador. Terrorist attacks have deprived us of four tankers, and this is not something that can be forgiven. Besides, OUR oil can be sold on the black market through such a turn of events, or in the worst case scenario - a damaged tanker could cause an ecological disaster. If any of the options would occure, the fault would fall only on you."
"This is ridiculous !" - said the angry ambassador.
"But the only possible way out." - said the chancellor - "If terrorists took power in your country, you would still be threatened by the international "counter-terrorism operation". Knowing this, your emir would rather ask us for help than wait for all the greedy who join this fight to plunder your country - not to mention terrorists who would do it faster than others.”
"Well, then I'll be back in the morning when I talk to Emir." said the worried ambassador.
"But there is no need to wait until morning." said the chancellor.
"After all, this is an urgent matter, isn't it?" - the Minister of Defense added, placing the satellite phone on the table.The ambassador reluctantly picked up the phone and dialed the number. After more than 30 minutes of conversation full of questions to the Southern German officials, he put down the phone.
"So, Emir agreed to your proposition." said the ambassador.
"So, how are you going to shift our forces to such a distance without available sea routes and with shortages in fuel?" - said the chancellor to the Minister of Defense, to which he replied - "At the morning meeting I will present the entire plan, which will be ready and all is need is your word."


Operation “Lost Hope” - 21st August - 31st Oktober 2070

21st August - 31st August

After the morning meeting moved to 6:00, an order was issued to start stabilization operation on the Arabian Peninsula. Thus, Operation "Lost Hope" has begun. The collected fuel residues were enough for only 39 transport aircraft, 27 fighters, 2 early warning aircraft and 11 aerial refueling planes. The heaviest planes were selected for transport - 8 C-42A able to transport 250 tons, 31 KASE C-6 able to transport 150 tons, and 11 A380 MRTTs intended to transport a total of 1320 tons of fuel to Sevastopol. From there it is supposed to go inland. In this way, an air bridge was created to systematically increase the number of aircraft as the fuel flowed.The first planes arrived at Ali Al Salem Air Base at 8:32 and began unloading soldiers and equipment. A380 MRTTs landed at a closed international airport in Kuwait.After unloading, the transpot planes flew back to Sevastopol and the last A380 flew away at 15:20.
The flights lasted all day until midnight. Just then, Southern German soldiers at the oilfields, understood why they are here.Then the approaching A380 MRTT at Jaber Air Base was shot down by an anti-aircraft missile from behind the Saudi border. The plane crashed on the runway, which excluded the base from air operations. At the same time, rocket hail fell on the position of the 1st Brigade defending the city of Al Wafrah and the Wafra oil fields. Several laser sets had no chance to destroy hundreds of rockets. Some hit the oil wells and destroyed them. After the shelling, hundreds of fighters began to attack allied positions. Around 2:40 the first line of defense was broken and the terrorists broke into the oil field. Thus, they started blowing up the captured shafts. 10 minutes later a group of Southern German Mi-35 helicopters appeared in the sky. These forces, additionally supported by flares fired by the remains of Kuwait artillery managed to recapture previous positions at 5:11 after a bloody battle. The losses of Southern German forces were 1 downed helicopter, 32 IFVs and 411 men. Losses to terrorists were estimated at 1300. These losses were an incredible blow to the entire nation. Despite this, Southern German forces still sent equipment and soldiers to Kuwait. This time, thanks to the fuel obtained, the aviation was able to move not only another brigade, but also additional radar and defense systems.
At 20:40, Emir called the commander of the allied forces, General Sarakin, and asked him about the situation. The general expressed his dissatisfaction with the operation of local troops. Kuwait only had 11,000 soldiers, while Southern German forces numbered over 15,000. At 23:20, the last units of the 2nd Brigade arrived and moved to Camp Buehring. An hour later attack occured on the northern oil fields. Radars detected rockets flying from the west and Prediger systems were put on standby. When the missiles approached at a distance 1 kilometer, they began to explode in the air. Some of the rockets was also shot down by an anti-aircraft defense system. Those rockets that managed to break through the defense exploded at a height of about 50 meters. Many thought it was cluster shells, but after the explosion a blue-gray cloud fell to the ground. A specific alarm sounded from the warning systems. Soldiers shouted: "Tear gas!"
Every soldier in the Southern German army is always equipped with a gas mask, so such an attack did not cause major problems. Then the jednen aircraft Raytheon Sentinel gave information about the approaching enemy forces. This time the terrorist attack was repelled without any loss.
The following days until August 28 looked the same - deliveries of equipment, people and fuel during the day, and at night repelling of hostile attacks.
In the meantime, since August 23, a series of protests have been held in Minsk to force the government to withdraw from Kuwait because of the losses suffered the first night of intervention.

Around 18:20, the phone rang to the head of the Military Intelligence Department, General Wolfgang Rasven. He reluctantly picked up the phone.
"Yes ?" - Then the distorted voice began to say - "I have some information that will help you shine. Tomorrow there will be a large-scale terrorist attack in Tel Aviv."
"Wait a minute, what is -"
"Listen carefully. The attack will take place on Shlomo Ibn Gabirol St 124 at 6:00. There will be no civilian personnel in the building."
The number hung up. The general's surprised face didn't say much. He quickly put on a uniform jacket and ran out of the office. His employees looked at him and at each other in surprise.
15 minutes later to the parliament where he noticed the outgoing Minister of Defense. He ran to him and told him everything the unknown interlocutor. The minister looked around and said to the general: "Get in."


Interflug (Southern German airlines) was ordered to charter a special flight to Tel Aviv. The plane landed at 4:25. After leaving the airport, three commandos got into a substituted car.
They arrived after 60 minutes of driving and reached their destination. The street by the building was empty, only parked cars around.
"Here, we'll take this street to the parking lot." - said one of the commandos.
When they climbed the wall into the parking lot they saw 2 people with guns patrolling the area. Thanks to the STG-9S rifles, they dealt with them noiselessly. The entrance to the building was open. When the squad got inside, the terrorists shot them with submachine guns. The team quickly broke the resistance, as well as on the 2nd and 3rd floor. Corpses of the "absent" civilian persolene were everywhere. When they reached the fifth floor, the terrorists sprayed paralyzing gas throughout the building. On the next floor, an RPG rocket launched by terrorists blew up a huge hole. Then it became clear to the team that it would not be possible without exchanging fire with the local police. When the squad reached the 8th floor, the commander received information on the radio: "The enemy is escaping from the building, start the chase. And watch out, the police have already appeared." The unit quickly ran down to the ground floor and hid behind a pillar at the back entrance.
"Wait up" - said the commander - "Let them shoot themselves. Any of you see this container?"
"Over there!" - one of the troops said pointing to one of the terrorists.
"Wait... Now!" - they ran to the next cover shooting terrorists and police.
"Follow him!"
"He is running towards Ha-Medina Square, you will catch him there."
The team running down Jabotinsky Street was almost killed by a falling police helicopter. When they were reaching the square, next to the terrorist with the container, the van has stopped in which he was about to get into. At the same time, another van hit the terrorist van. The hunted terrorist stopped in his place and was looking for another escape route when he saw a pistol aimed at himself from the window of the second van. One shot and he was already dead on the ground. The team ran to vans with aimed weapons.
"Take this container and load inside!" - said the driver of the van in dark glasses.
Commando rescuers proved to be former Mossad agents. New friends took Southern German commandos to their hideout. They knew they were being tracked by commando supervision.
"So, will you open this container?"
After permission from supervision they opened the container. Suitcase nuclear device appeared to their eyes.
"So that's why they defended it so." - said the commando commander.
"No. And they have more of this."
"2 more to be precise. One we already have here, another is in Baghdad ..."
"And the third?"
"Well, the trail about it escaped us in Batumi."

Unfortunately, despite solid data about WMD in Baghdad, the operation of another group of commandos carried out on August 30 was not so effective and ended in total failure. Nuke exploded at Grand Festivities Square and over 50,000 people were killed.

In the evening of the same day, "informer" called General Rasven again.
"Well, I suspect that now it's the turn of the city. The largest city."
The content of this conversation left no doubt - the next target of terrorists will be Kiev.


31st August

That day Kiev turned into a war zone. From 18:00 terrorist attacks were carried out in the most important places in the city. Special forces searched the most important places for the Muslim population as well as shops and companies run by Americans. At around 23:30 special forces broke through the terrorists' resistance and located the last WMD. It was in the Olympic complex "Olympiyskiy". The container stood in the middle of the pitch, and the card attached to it said, "I am your savior."
The balance of victims in Kiev did not match that of Baghdad for the nation was enormous. 1958 people were lost by terrorists. In total, 643 terrorists were killed. The next day, the protests that have taken place so far have ceased and the word "return" has been replaced by "retaliation."


1st September

In the morning a Bahrain ambassador appeared in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He made a request identical to Kuwait. The Chancellor agreed without hesitation. At 13:20, a message came to chancellor that could have influenced the entire operation on the Arabian Peninsula. The Emir of Kuwait died and was replaced by his older brother.
The funeral of the emir, which took place the same day, gathered thousands of people. At the same time, southern German transport aircraft could already be seen flying to Bahrain.


2nd September -31st September

On September 2 at night, Kuwait was attacked once again from Saudi Arabia, this time supported by armored vehicles and swarms of suicide drones. The attacks were easy to repel because the enemy forces were poorly supported by aviation and artillery. Overwatch has confirmed that the advancing forces are not only terrorists, but also the Saudi army. When their attack was near collapse, Southern German forces were fired from behind. They were the Kuwaiti army that changed sides. However, not every Kuwaiti soldier made this mistake. Those of them who fought on the front lines with their allies stayed with them. Fortunately for the Southern Germanian troops, the Kuwaiti army did not represent any opponent and the situation quickly turned against them. Thousands of people came out onto the Kuwaiti streets again, but this time to overthrow the new Emir. The protesters were chaired by the former Kuwaiti ambassador in Minsk, Mr. Al-Sawrawi. Security forces quickly turned over to the protesters side, as well as some soldiers did. At 5:10 in the morning Kuwaiti forces were broken up and their survivors gave up. The coalition forces have invaded the Kuwait National Assembly Building. After a short exchange of fire with guardsmen, Emir gave himself over to the coalition forces. Unfortunately, in the initial phase of the attack, Kuwaiti forces captured 241 Souther German soldiers. All were found shot at their posts around Kuwait. So General Sarakin had no intention of treating the Kuwaiti captives differently. The emir was handed over to an angry crowd and hanged by the building in which he was captured, while 2,374 Kuwait prisoners were shot and buried in the desert.


In the afternoon of the next day, Saudi-Qatar combined forces attacked Bahrain. As a response, the coalition forces entered Saudi Arabia and occupied the cities of Hafar Al Batin and Khafji. Numerous aerial battles took place over Bahrain, but also over Doha. The opponent's forces had problems getting into Bahrain because either aviation or coastal defense destroyed everything that was within range. Soon, UAE anti-aircraft defense joined the fight. After 4 days of these limited military operations, the coalition forces launched an attack. All Southern German strategic bombers were sent to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, UAE and Oman. Oman, although not considered as a threat to this sweat, was recognized as such 2 days earlier after locating one of the tankers missing in mid-August. Another tanker was located in the UAE, while the other two are still considered lost. On September 7, the first bombs fell almost at the same time on the capitals of hostile countries. In turn, B-16 bombers have attacked the strongly strengthened coastal positions in Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Also the offensive of the coalition forces from Kuwait moved towards Bahrain to join the positions. When Bahrain asked for help, 2 units were sent there - the 2nd Armored Brigade and the 3rd Regiment from the 320th Marine Division. The offensive from Kuwait was moving along Highway 5 and was virtually undisturbed by enemy forces fleeing from armored spearhead. But these advances were temporary. About 100 kilometers from Bahrain, coalition forces ambushed Al Jubail. Saudi armored forces were entrenched around the highway and turned the city into a small fortress. Similar attacks were carried out at Nairyah and Hafar Al Batin. After dark, the 3rd Regiment reached the Qatari coast without any obstacles. Finally supported by the air force, they took the area from Dukhan to Al-Jumayliyah. At 4:15, coalition forces from Kuwait recived their air support. A-38s destroyed more than 70 Saudi M1A3 tanks and 17 AMX-65 tanks belonging to the UAE. At 20:15, the coalition forces reached Dammam. It was a very big achievement, mainly due to the amount of forces and the extended front line.
After this achievement, the Saudis issued an ultimatum to the governments of Southern German and Kuwait to withdraw their forces from the occupied areas. The answers were negative, so the SRBM missile was fired from Riyadh at midnight. Fortunately for the coalition, the missile was destroyed by defense systems. After this event, all strategic bombers were directed exclusively at Saudi Arabia. In the morning, the coalition forces managed to circle Dammam and reach Buqayq. Also Bahrain forces supported by allied tanks managed to occupy Middle Island. Unfortunately, when the first allied forces from the Saudi shore entered the King Fahd Causeway, it was blown up by enemies. The enemy countries supporting terrorists have lost their strength to fight. Over the next three days, the coalition was able to take over most of Qatar and encircle Al Hofuf. All Saudi air forces were eliminated and the road to their capital was practically unprotected.


12th September

On September 12, the Saudis decided to take a very thoughtless step. They fired one of their IRBM missiles from around New Muwayh. Information about this event quickly spread throughout the entire Southern German government. Knowing that they do not have the means to defend against this type of weapon, the Chancellor ordered the evacuation of Minsk.
Then General Rasven went to the side and was about to call. But this "informant" was faster.
"So how do you like my present?" he said with a mocking laugh.
"I know you can stop it, do it not only for us but also for the good of others. It can cause mass conflict. Do you want it?" asked the general.
"Hmmm, what matters is what I want, not what I have orders."
There was a moment of silence.
"Well" - said "informant" - I see that you are really concerned about it. Let it be on yours, but you'll have to catch me personally. I am in Oman, search around Murrah. Oh, and remember, my nation's problems are ending with me. "- he ended the conversation with a mocking laugh.

After 2 minutes, the missile disappeared from the radar. A huge astonishment appeared on everyone's faces in the command room, and the general breathed a sigh of relief.
"Now we have to repay the Sauds for what they did." - said the chancellor.
"Not exactly Saudis, but these terrorists. We've lost hundreds of people through them. They committed crimes even passing our notion. And those countries that supported them? Are just puppets in the hands of these monsters. Therefore, we cannot continue to support this bloodshed. We must complete as soon as possible. " - said the Minister of Defense angrily.
"But where should we look for them? Do you want us to end up like Americans or Soviets in Afghanistan?"
"I know where to look for them, Mr. Chancellor." - Rasven said.


On September 14 at 16:40 the coalition forces divided into 2 Task Forces. The Southern TF headed along Route 95 along the border with the UAE, while the Northern TF entered the UAE on Highway 5. The forces of the UAE were no longer as numerous, but still resisted. The Southern TF reached the Oman border at midnight. At the same time, the Northern TF reached the UAE main line of defense - from Abu Dhabi to Al Ain.

At Al Ain the largest battle took place, in which coalition forces fought during the war. UAE forces supported by a few artillery and tanks defended the city for 3 days. The first assault was carried out on September 16, just after the arrival of supplies and the mountain brigade. The attack started at 14:10. Battlegroup Meknikov attacked the city from the north via Rimah. The attack got stuck after 3 hours and only Al Sad was captured with additional heavy losses in coalition strength. At 2:50 the next day, Battlegroup Voronin attacked from the south through Oman. The attack was stopped by local fighters in Sa '. By the end of the day, the city was bombarded mainly with cluster bombs. On September 18, no bomb fell on the city. It was only at 18:00 that the city was shelled with rockets, which were the last chance to break the defense of the UAE. These rockets, more precisely, contained a special combat gas of orange color. Nearly 2,500 rockets fell over areas controlled by the enemy in the city. During the shelling, Southern German troops entered Al Ain. Everything was stuck in a bright orange fog, limiting the field of view to 15 meters. CBRN troops in special protective suits entered the city first, followed by motorized units.

Those who were still alive were finished off by CBRN troops out of pity. After over 2 hours of searching, the city was found captured. The UAE government is afraid that something cancerous may happen again in other cities of the country. Fortunately for the inhabitants, the city was evacuated before the attack and over 600,000 residents escaped with life.


Operation “Final Resort” - 25th - 26th September 2070 – Murrah, Oman

On September 25, at 13:20, South TF aeromobile units were sent to Murrah. The valley in which the village was located was very difficult terrain even for mountain infantry. After artillery preparation, helicopters dropped a landing around the city at intervals of 200 meters. A total of about 700 men. When the helicopters began to depart from the hill in front of the village, tear gas mortar shells fired. When he covered the area, fighters came out of their hiding places. Southern German troops were quickly covered in enemy fire from nearby mountains. Aviation supported soldiers as much as they could, but it was not enough. Terrorists kept coming, and the battalion commanded by General Rasven was almost empty of ammunition. At 1:00 am the terrorists withdrew to their hiding places. Then the general received a text saying: "They'll be back in 40 minutes, now you can call for supplies." As the soldiers finished loading their magazines, another wave of gas fell from the mountains. Allied losses were 58 killed and 153 wounded. Countless attacks continued until 6:50, when terrorist forces began to retreat towards the mountains. Then Southern German troopers attacked. Everyone was determined to such an extent that they began charging the enemy with bayonets on their weapons.
The general along with a small unit moved up the hill attacking the valley in the direction in which the terrorists fled. After getting to the cave, they had to break through narrow corridors leading to larger chambers. They had to fight fierce melee combat during which 5 soldiers were killed. The last chamber was defended by an elite of terrorists. They were wearing the best available vests and helmets. Several were even endowed with exoskeletons of older generations. The survivors of Southern German soldiers fought the last fight with this "elite". Both of them threw various grenades, including incendiary ones, at each other. One termite fell behind the collar of a heavily armored enemy. Only three out of seven soldiers survived this fight.
"Meier, get Scholz out of here." said Rasven.
"What about you, general?"
"I have some unfinished business with this guy who is behind this door."
Rasven kicked the door open and entered the room with the MP-412 in front. In front of him was a desk, a lamp, and a mass of papers on the ground. Slowly, the "informer" turned to him in the leather armchair.
"Hello, we're finally meeting face to face." He said it with a smile and spread his hands.
"Do you think it was all worth it?" - said the general.
"What I think doesn't matter. Our goals are far beyond your understanding."
"The desire to turn everyone against each other is not something difficult to understand. The world is already on the brink of war."
"Your wars are pointless and lead only to further wars, nothing else. We know it perfectly well. At least we two. We wanted to free you from the burden that you have to tug behind. The weight of power."
"So that's why all these bombings in cities -"
"No. It was only maskirovka. Our main goal was to destroy your precious' black gold 'so that you—'
"You are sentenced to death for crimes against humanity." Rasven interrupted and aimed his revolver at the head.
"So that's it," said the informant, "you are interested in nothing but death and destruction."
Rasven shot him between his eyes and said to himself: "Prehabs."

The anti-terrorist operation on the Arabian Peninsula ended for Southern German on October 1 after the occupation of Oman. The losses incurred by the coalition forces totaled 8653 thousand killed, 1425 destroyed vehicles and planes. Civil losses totaled over 20,000 (not including the attack from Baghdad). The losses of terrorists and their supporting countries are counted in over 200,000 and military equipment in over 3,000. In addition, the Emir of Kuwait, who was allegedly dead, was found in Oman and returned to the throne.

Final Report: Southern German troops occupy Oman, part of Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, and newly established governments in Bahrain and Kuwait have expressed their willingness to join the Southern German Federation. In addition, Suad Arabia agreed to hand over the occupied territories as war reparations.

[The Swan Coastal Plain]

Scramble for Australasia
Swanovia has always made clear her desire to claim her rightful place as the heir to Australasia, and indeed she is in a good position to, exercising her control over a third of the continent and being the single strongest power in the region. Utilizing the experience gained from the invasions of Java and Sunda, Swanovia has begun the "Long March East", a 9-month campaign to unify the continent under Swanovian control. Initially, two columns would leave the nation marching east on January 1st, 2073, one from Broome in the north, and the other from Esperance in the south, each containing old armour, APCs and self-propelled artillery, as well as general infantry coming to a total of 50,000 men each.

These columns began their march on time, both reaching their respective border within a week, however the plans rapidly changed past that. Column North I would be held back a month to compensate for cyclone season and to minimise damages to their equipment, while Column South I would continue their push for Adelaide across the Nullabor.

Column South I
Column South I is to rapidly push east, crossing the 1100km treeless expanse of the Nullabor with its armour and APCs in a single day, taking the town of Ceduna, resting there for the night, and then pushing onwards to Port Augusta, only 300km from Adelaide and at the top of the strategic Spencer Gulf. The Armour Corp will wait here for two weeks as the infantry marches across the Nullabor, through the town of Ceduna and south, taking Port Lincoln on one side of the mouth of the Spencer Gulf, before crossing the Gulf and landing on the Yorke Peninsula, thus securing the Spencer Gulf, and then landing about 80km south of Adelaide at Normanville. At the same time as the second landing, the Armour Corp will push south from Port Augusta to the outskirts of Adelaide, where heavy resistance is expected to be met. However, the arrival of the infantry on the southside of Adelaide is expected to take the defenders by surprise and allow a full occupation of the city, and ideally force the states surrender. This whole plan is expected to be completed within three weeks, with Column South II being dispatched as reinforcements immediately following the fall of Adelaide to facilitate the War in Victoria.

However, things never necessarily go to plan, with the news of the fall of Ceduna reaching Adelaide within hours, South Australias own Tank Corp was dispatched to Port Augusta to bunker down and provide defensive fire to counter Swanovian armour. This escalated into the largest battle ever seen in Australia, as around 60 Swanovian tanks rushed the estimated 40 South Australian tanks, backed by covering fire from SPGs. Tank crew battled tank crew, and as the dust settled after a day, Swanovia had lost 18 tanks to an estimated South Australian loss of 24 tanks as well as the town, as the defenders retreated back to Adelaide. A consolation prize for the victors, the infantry made it to Port Lincoln in 6 days, and took the town after two days of heavy fighting, cutting the wait-time for the battle of Adelaide down to an estimated two weeks. After two Peninsular Campaigns, submarines began to block access to the Gulf of St Vincent and Adelaide, sinking any ships that dared to break the blockade.

The battle itself was brief and bloody, lasting all of a day. Both sides took heavy casualties, however the defending advantage proved strong, with Swanovia losing an estimated 15,000 men to assaults on entrenched positions and guerilla tactics in the city centre, as well as a further 12 tanks, during a smaller tank battle to the north of the city, as well as to convoy traps and Molotovs as they pushed further south. However, all 10,000 estimated defenders were either killed or taken prisoner, as well as the total loss of the remaining 16 South Australian tanks. On the 23rd of January, 2073, South Australia formally surrendered to Swanovia and was partitioned into three states and absorbed into the Republic. On the 25th, after two days of celebration, Swanovian tanks rumbled across the Murray River Bridge, and prepared for a harder fight in Victoria.

[Monati]

Advancements in medicine, Project Libera.

Much of private research within laboratories, such as the molecular biology research laboratory institute, have gained significant progress in perfecting designer constrained peptides for drug manufacturing. The now formed company/research laboratory, called MoleCBiology, have successfully managed to perfect their newest designer constrained peptide molecule through a series of tests, extensive experiments, and failures. Creating the PTID MOLECB M1, new peptide designs are now in full swing for new drug development. Such new peptides applied towards new medicines, have full capabilities from curing dangerous diseases caused by bacterias, drugs, and etc to potentially curing cancer.  

This research begins with the observation that constrained peptides are an unexplored frontier for drug discovery that is made interesting by the fact that among the small number of examples known are some of the most potent pharmacologically active compounds known. these peptides are constrained by disulfide bonds or backbone cyclization to favor conformations that precisely complement their targets. The inability to achieve global shape complementarity with targets reveals the need for a method to create constrained peptides that provide precise control over the size and shape of the designed molecules. The desire of the researchers to access “broad regions of peptide structure and function space not explored by evolution” provides a motivation to incorporate non-canonical backbones and unnatural amino acids.

The computational design of covalently constrained peptides with new structures and non-canonical backbones presents new challenges, including mixed chirality. The Rosetta software suite was used for all of the design calculations in this article. A diverse array of 18-47 residue peptides was designed. These included two classes of peptides: (1) genetically encodable (i.e., using only the 20 amino acids specified by the universal genetic code, often called the canonical amino acids) disulfide-rich peptides, (2) heterochiral peptides with non-canonical sequences. The authors note that genetic encodability has the advantage of compatibility with high-throughput selection methods like phage, ribosome, and yeast display, while incorporation of non-canonical components opens access to new types of structures. For the former class, they selected nine combinations of α-helices and β-strands. The latter class included α-helices and β-strands connected by loop segments containing D-amino acid residues, non-canonical amino acids, and cyclic structures.

 Genetically encodable disulfide-constrained peptides

For the nine chosen topologies of genetically encodable disulfide-constrained peptides, Monte Carlo-based assembly of short protein fragments was used to construct backbone conformations, which were then scanned for sites capable of hosting disulfide bonds with nearly ideal geometry. One or three disulfide bonds were incorporated and low energy sequences were designed and optimized using the Rosetta all-atom force field. Rosetta ab initio structure prediction calculations were carried out for each designed sequence, resulting in a diverse set of 130 designs for which the target structure was in a deep global free-energy minimum (i.e., the structure would be very stable). Genes were constructed for each design and expressed in the bacterium Escherichia coli or in cultured mammalian cells. Since disulfide bonds would be unlikely to form in the reducing environment of the cytoplasm, gene expression was engineered to secrete the designed proteins, which were analyzed for signs that the disulfide bond had formed consistent with the designed topology. 29 designs passed this test, and one representative design was chosen from each of the nine topologies for further biochemical characterization.

One of the nine designs produced a protein that could be crystallized. The structure was determined to a resolution of 0.209 nm. The details of the structure were in excellent agreement with the design model. The protein was thermostable and completely resistant to chemical denaturation.

The eight designs that could not be crystallized were expressed as isotopically labelled peptides and the structures determined by nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy. The formation of the designed disulfide bonds was confirmed. “Taken together, the X-ray crystallographic and NMR structures demonstrate that our computational approach enables accurate design of protein main-chain conformation, disulfide bonds and core residue rotamers.”

 Synthetic heterochiral disulfide-constrained peptides

To design shorter disulfide-constrained peptides incorporating

both l- and d-amino acids, the rosetta energy function was generalized to support D-amino acids and mixed chirality designs. Since chemical synthesis required to synthesize peptides that cannot be genetically encoded is laborious, automated computational screening techniques were developed to supplement Rosetta ab initio screening with molecular dynamics (MD) evaluation. Sequences were designed favoring D-amino acids at positions with positive main chain φ dihedral angle values. A single low energy design was selected for each of three topologies evaluated, chemically synthesized, and structurally characterized by NMR. All three gave NMR spectra consistent with the secondary structure of the design. High resolution NMR solution structures showed close agreement for two of the designs. The third differed from the design model by having an unwound carboxyl terminus, but a second design chosen for that topology had a structure very close to the design model. All three designs were very thermostable.

 Synthetic backbone-cyclized peptides

A generalized kinematic loop closure method (named GenKIC) was implemented to samo arbitrary covalently linked atom chains capable of connecting the termini. Each GenKIC chain-closure attempt involved perturbing multiple chain degrees of freedom, then enforcing loop closure with ideal peptide bond geometry. “Sequence design, backbone relaxation, and in silico structure validation using MD simulation and Rosetta ab initio structure prediction were carried out with terminal bond geometry constraints”. Cyclic peptides were synthesized for three topologies, and their structures determined with NMR spectroscopy. All three peptides had structures very close to their design models, and all three were extremely stable to thermal denaturation and resistant to chemical denaturation. They were exceptionally stable given their small sizes.

Beyond natural secondary and tertiary structure

α-helix” provided a final test of the design methodology. For validation by ab initio structure prediction, it was necessary to develop a new, GenKIC-based protocol since the standard Rosetta method uses uses fragments of native proteins, which typically do not contain left-handed helices. The selected design for this topology is a 26-residu protein with one D-cysteine,L-cysteine disulfide bond connecting the right-handed and left-handed α-helices. There was an excellent match between the NMR structure ensemble and the design model. This success demonstrated that the authors’ computational methods are general enough to design in a conformational space not explored by nature. The authors point out that of the sixteen constrained peptide topologies designed, the twelve for which the structures were experimentally determined were in close agreement with the design models. Unlike the natural constrained peptide families, these designed peptides are not limited to particular sizes, shapes, or disulfide connectivities.

This research was clearly focused on extending de novo peptide design methods to provide a greater variety of protein components for drug discovery and therapeutic applications. Drugs and biotech therapies, whether small molecules or protein or other biomolecules, are all molecules sought to enhance or alter the functions of the complex natural molecular machine systems that comprise cells and organisms. Other complex molecular machine systems, as yet not designed, will play crucial roles along the paths to productive nanosystems and general purpose, high throughput atomically precise manufacturing.

Research continues toward developing a possible cancer treatment using such designer peptides. Private deals from both MoleCBiology and CETI have secured their positions to said development. Project Libera is now a work in fast progression.

[Ozerstine]

The Bear’s Awakening

For long Ozerstine had laid asleep unnoticed by most however the nation had been undergoing for years a massive military overhaul of its arsenals as the ODD (Ozerstinean Defence Department) had been producing many weapons, the last warmachine seen by the world was the Slovac class ballistic submarine and the G-10 multirole fighter.

The activities of Ozerstine’s neighbors however had not gone unnoticed, the President in the Kremlin chuckled to herself as she read the reports. On the taking of Finland by the Southern Germans this action would draw the Ire of the bear. With the terrorist attacks in Ukraine security was heightened and all inbound flights and border crossings were taking extra precautions which led to longer lines in airports and at the crossings in general as the Central Government wanted to ensure that no terrorist or terrorist devices were present with those coming and going from the nation.

Further news of hostility also reached the ears of the President as tensions in the middle east once more flared up which only drew Ozerstine’s ire more, soon sanctions were placed on the Southern Germans and Ozerstine encouraged other nations of Europe to do the same.

Troop Ramp up

With the events unfolding so close to the border reserve forces were given orders to be on standby in case the so far hostile expansions continued and endangered the Republic resulting in an extra garrisons being sent to bases close to the Southern German Ozerstine border.

Moving East

While the west was bulked up the 6th and 8th armies which were based near the Ural mountains were given marching orders to cross and begin the reunification of the greater nation. W-1 Tanks rolled through border checkpoints swiftly followed by BTR-90’s 60’s and other older BTR models as well as several T-90’s. The army moved swiftly taking advantage of the surprised guards.

It took nearly two hours for word to reach Eastern Rebels ears but by then the territory that the OGF (Ozerstinian Ground Forces) was in chaos and several bases had been overrun by the onslaught. When Eastern command mustered their airwings for a counter attack they were met by the OAF pride the G-10 and their veteran pilots who were far more skilled than their foe who had been sitting on their hands.

By sea the Barent Sea fleet landed 2500 marines and 4,000 Infantry on the rocky shores across the bay and took much of the northern territory. Resistance was fierce on all fronts but by the week’s end the flag of the PRO flew over major cities and in every village and town taken.

Casualties for the PRO were in the hundreds as well as for the Eastern Rebels who in some cases barely had time to fight back. Still for the next month resistance would continue as those who had escaped the onslaught had dug in and reinforcements had arrived from other cells to the east outside of the Occupied zone.

The final push into the larger front was the most troublesome for the PRO forces as they approached the city of Ufa.

The Battle of Ufa

The war against the rebels had gone on into its third week recon units of combined drone and vehicle teams in the area reported mines being placed a week before. General Pavlovich went over the intel and decided in a three pronged approach by night he sent 10,000 across the bridge further north of their target once passed the city 4,000 would cross the Ulfa river and make for the south wile the 6,000 would come from the north and the remaining 5,000 which were with him would attack from the west.

Once the orders were passed down from on high as the saying goes the forces were maneuvered into their positions and shells began to rain down from all sides while in the air G-10’s supported by SU-57’s rained down death from above. It would take a three day siege to break the outer defences but once the advancing W-1 HVESBC came to bear against the barricades the pitiful ramparts were parted like butter against a knife.

The eastern,north eastern and south sides were parted first as the W-1’s opening salvoes ripped into the defences their shells exploding massive holes, from there PEU units moved through with LMG’s supported by standard squads of infantry and light vehicles as well as ground drones armed with guns their operators safe inside BTR’s which rolled behind the main column advancing into the city.

The west was last to fall but once the proverbial floodgates were opened the PRO forces fell upon them. The Eastern Rebels made their final stand in the state building but were destroyed by an airstrike. Despite the assault on the city the PRO forces tried to only hit buildings with enemy combatants inside to mitigate the damage done. Once the civilians came out of hiding the soldiers gave them food and began clearing debris from the streets so that “normal life” could resume in the city. Engineers were sent to the new territory under the protection of PMC’s from the Black Sea Corporation their assignment to begin the rebuilding process after the month long conflict.

At the end of the last day of the month the territory carved from the Eastern Rebels was wholly secured in the PRO’s iron grip. After the battle of Ufa the remaining Eastern Rebel forces retreated back into what territory they had left though it was now clear to the leaders of the Rebels that the PRO would be a more active player in the region as time went on as well as bigger fish to the south making their way ever northwards. The time of the ERA (Eastern Republican Army) was coming to an end but they would not go gently into that goodnight.

[SECP]

The South-Eastern European Collective of Powers Awakens
The "SECP" or "Greater Romania"

Celebrations are covering Bucureștiul nou (New Bucharest) today as the people celebrate the anniversary of the ending of the Third Balkan War…
In 2034 tension between Turkey on its European neighbors were growing, primarily between Greece and Turkey.
However, in the north Romania and Moldova have just started to complete a series of unification polices where Moldova and Romania would join under the new title of “SECP”.
As the SECP worked it way into world politics and attempting to reapply to NATO the tension in the Balkans nearly snapped over night as Greece left NATO after a failure for the organization to come to terms between Greece and Turkey.
Within the next few days skirmishes were breaking out between along the Greek-Turkish border along with in Cyprus which was almost declared a warzone.
Turkey demanded that NATO to step in and the assist in these border clashes under Article 5 of the agreement; however, nothing but moral support was sent Turkey’s way, enraged by this Turkey formally declared war on Greece and pressured the other members of NATO to join in.
Confused by this situation on hand with no actual protocol on how to follow the conflict at hand NATO officially vetoed the call to war, yet they warned that no other NATO members to get involved.
Within the opening weeks of the conflict Greece and Turkey held nothing back throwing slugs at each with no restraint while the world looked on; however, a new player was about to join the conflict.
Seemingly out of the blue Bulgaria withdrew from NATO and formally declared war in Turkey joining alongside Greece in the conflict and throwing a whole new mess into the situation.
At this point Europe decided that it was time to abandon the Balkan region entirely thus ruining the plans of the SECP from joining NATO as this new “Balkan War” was raging on.
By 2035 the front was still fluid with Turkey starting to push into both Greece and Turkey; however, the war took a quite anticlimactic turn the day when Romania joined the conflict…
Bulgaria agreed to join with Romania in a defacto confederation and Greece agreed to turn the lands taken by Turkey to be handed over under special conditions and of course if they won.
Now I don’t want to bore you with details (I’ll come up with a good story in due time, include it in a DLC, and slap a price of 9.99 USD on it… *cough* EU *cough*)
However, since the end of the war tensions have been still stirring around mainly with Greece who lost land to Greater Rom even though being on the same side….
Greater Rom has turned much of the land taken from Greece in military stations bring forth the idea that its an occupation and not an annexation as attended.
Furthermore, tensions with Turkey haven’t died down in the slightest after losing the conflict to the Balkans, and mainly neighbors predict that another war may come soon is Turkey is to ever recover or if Greater Rom is to ever finish the kill.
The “SECP” deal among the other Balkan nations have an upcoming meeting which are claiming to be the new European Union after is collapse in the past; however, some members are becoming worried by the Greater Rom’s personality change after its recent election as some claim for it becoming more “authoritarian” than it has ever been before with even rumors of secret projects occurring within the borders.
Are they finally attempting to achieving nuclear weapons? Or is something new the likes of which the world has yet to see…
This is just another year, another struggle, and new time for deals to be made.

[Monati]

Project Asvalt complete.

Development in new types of warheads for ballistic missiles, bombs, as well as new missile launch vehicles have reported its completion from the Missile/Warhead Design Bureau and Ministry to the Federal Government. A new formation of authority would be decided to handle the design process of certain missile and warhead specifications, as well as resource management. Such warheads created from the Missile/Explosive Warhead Design Bureau and Ministry will be placed within many projectiles ranging from artillery shells to regular bombs to the installation of ballistic missiles. ICBMs, MRBMs, and HSLVBMs are included within the list. Regular Short-range and Medium-range ballistic missiles, which are designed to easily maintained and cheaper to produce, will be the backbone of the military force within the ministry. Tactical missile strikes will be launched to support a certain military campaign if such obligation demands its importance. More information will soon be released…

Designs: https://www.nationstates.net/nation=monati/detail=factbook/id=1315231

[Monati]

Biocybernetic tech advancements.

The whole technology development centers and industry have now started to initiate advanced research and progress on newer technologies as a sort of chain reaction by the recent initiative projects conducted on several pre-existing and future medical tech and methods.

Grandar, taking the initiative to develop new full spectrum vision, using eye contacts integrating nanocircuits to assist in night vision and other mentioned possibilities. Another one of Grandar’s list is the development of more advanced brain-computer interfaces, similar to their project to use scan brain performance to operate cybernetics and small robot parts. Scientists from Bavra University have claimed to have invented the world's first non-invasive brain-to-brain interface called BrainNet. The interface combines electroencephalography (EEG) to record brain signals and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) to deliver information to the brain. Taking on a new path for future medical treatments using efficient brain scanning technologies.

Super endurance exoskeletons have also been successfully developed for both medical and military use. Many companies are looking into the way hardware, and software can combine to help humans perform physically better for longer. This research has applications for both people with physical disabilities as well as people who have jobs that require intense physical effort like a soldier or factory worker. The developments of exoskeletons that support the body to perform have been around for a while. But only recently has this hardware combined with AI to really elevate the possibilities of the human body. These systems can now detect fatigue or poor posture and send warning signals to individuals and managers to take care of. Augmenting human strength comes with the potential of misuse. Forcing people working in already brutal conditions to work longer and harder, but it also has the possibility to reduce body stress and injury for some of the labor forces most vulnerable.

Psychokinesis, or the ability to move objects with your mind is not based on science. However, there are plenty of new technologies exploring this idea artificially.
There are no psychics, and there have never been. However, that doesn’t mean that we can’t create technopsychics artificially. Researchers are working on methods of remote-control of drones using brain-computer interface tech. One such team can be found at the University of Hasta that allows users to remote-control quadcopter drones with their thoughts. The controller wears a specially designed cap with electrodes that transmit the tiny electrical signals to a computer. Specialist software then converts the electrical signals into instructions to move the drone remotely. Volunteers must first adapt to this strange method of control but can become adept enough to navigate the drone through an obstacle course. The idea was then partnered with Grandar to further develop the idea. New technologies concerning psychokinesis will be highly expected to be released in a year or a year in a half.

Nano robots for disease immunity, Researchers are working on ways to prevent and detect disease from inside our bodies. These nanorobots could be injected into our bloodstream where they stop you from getting sick and even send health data to your smartphone via the cloud. Autopoiesis is Greek for self-creation. Allopoiesis is other-creation. Humans have a limited ability for Autopoiesis, we grow but only until an adult then we stop. Allopoiesis does happen all the time, but only through the assistance of manufacturing processes. Researchers have been doing breakthrough research into animals that can self-generate after amputations. Animals such as salamanders, jellyfish, and skinks, can regrow limbs after accidents. Biologists recently discovered the master switch for a particular species of worms that once ‘on’ allows for this powerful process to occur. In the future, genes inside humans could also be switched on giving humans the ability to regrow fingers, toes and even arms if needed.

Superintelligence is already a given factor of development as it is already being developed by CETI. The world was shocked when Joia Gu announced he had altered the genes of two human embryos in Seoul, Korea. He said he made edits to the gene ARFv5, using the gene editing technology CRISPR. He claims the edits would back the children immune to the aids virus. But many scientists speculate he may have been trying to improve the brain cognition of the babies. The gene ARFv5, which is linked with the HIV virus, has also been connected to brain function. While it will be some time before human gene-editing becomes the norm, there is the possibility that humans in the future will be able to edit unborn babies to create a generation of super smart homo sapiens.
Immortality, the top leading project in CETI, researchers are trying to figure out which of these parts are responsible for the different process of aging. One group of researchers are looking at ways that reprogramming cells can reverse at least stall some of these processes. A top secret project that will funded using a majority of CETI’s budget to master programmable cells to almost fully seize aging.



First Genetically Modified Human.

As of the year 2072, CETI’s first genetically modified human, born in the year 2060, is now 12 years old! The parent’s identities remain a secret, as well as the child's name. The GM human contains the genetic modifications of enhanced intelligence, immune system to dangerous viruses and diseases, specialized cellular organisms within their body, better physical health, and experimental/specialized immunity towards cancer cells utilizing cells developed by CRISPR. The embryo of the child is first given the modifications before it was reinserted back into the womb of the mother. More trials and experiments will be extensively conducted by many independent laboratories collaborating with CETI, Pharma companies, Medical Institution Organization (MIO) and the Administration of New Medical Research. (AoNMR)

Perfecting the Spinal Cord Fusion.

Despite decades of animal experimentation, human translation with cell grafts, conduits, and other strategies has failed to cure patients with chronic spinal cord injury (SCI). Recent data show that motor deficits due to spinal cord transection in animal models can be reversed by local application of fusogens, such as Polyethylene glycol (PEG). Results proved superior at short term over all other treatments deployed in animal studies, opening the way to human trials. In particular, removal of the injured spinal cord segment followed by PEG fusion of the two ends along with vertebral osteotomy to shorten the spine holds the promise for a cure in many cases.

TREATMENT OF SPINAL PARALYSIS: STATE-OF-THE-ART

Spinal cord injury (SCI) in man often leads to severe permanent disability. Ever since the work of Ramon and Akoyo, long-distance regeneration of injured axons across an injured segment of the cord has proven elusive. The limited regenerative capacity of the adult mammalian spinal cord has been attributed to the formation of cavities (cysts) and scarring that interrupt the ascending and descending pathways, low intrinsic regenerative state of injured neurons, and unfavorable microenvironment, such as an inhibitory extracellular matrix (ECM) that develops around the site of injury, inhibitory myelin-associated proteins (e.g., Nogo-A, MAG, and OMgp) and a lack of growth-promoting factors, such as neurotrophins.

Several therapeutic strategies have been deployed over the past 40 years in experimental animals, with a focus on cell grafts, particularly grafts of various types of stem cells, into the injury site, to form a neuronal relay circuit across the gap. A neuronal relay calls for synapse formation between the host extending axons from the rostral area to the injury/graft site and the donor neurons in the injury/graft site of spinal cord, appropriate release of neurotransmitters of the donor neurons, extension of axons from the donor neurons to areas caudal to the injury/graft site, and finally synapse formation between the donor extending axons and the host neurons in areas caudal to the injury/graft site. Both remyelination of axons across the lesion and generation of new neurons are necessary to achieve these goals.

Spurred by promising animal studies, clinical trials of a wide variety of different cell lines implanted at or around the lesional level (Schwann cells – SC, olfactory ensheathing glia – OEG - residing either in the lamina propria or along the nerve fiber layer of the olfactory bulb, mesenchymal/stromal stem cells – MSC, some of which may acquire neuronal properties, multipotent progenitor cells – MPC, neural stem/progenitor cells – NSC, embryonic stem cells – ECS, and umbilical cord blood cells) have been (and are being) conducted over the past 20 years. No biological cure defined as independent, permanent, and unaided deambulation has been achieved to date. Some open-label, uncontrolled reports claimed positive effects, even years after the injury, with some patients walking again for short distances with braces and support (although far from restitutio ad integrum). However, negative studies and complications are equally on record. Scaffolds in combination with cell grafts have been implanted, but early results do not seem especially promising.

In sum, while some benefit may accrue from cell grafts and other techniques, they alone cannot cure paralysis. As emphasized recently, “it would be difficult to find any other branch of science with over a century of such sterile endeavour. In effect, there has been repetition of the same idea, albeit with different techniques, that is, looking at the lesion site. Are we sentenced to repeating the same experiments in the hope of expecting a different result?”

In this paper, we will review the evidence supporting an idea posited half a century ago by the US neurosurgeon L. Walter Freeman, namely that a permanent, biological cure is possible in several cases, by cutting out the most damaged portion of the spinal cord and connecting the two free ends, after spinal shortening. One should notice that removing the epicenter of a damaged cord and then connecting the two fresh ends is akin to reconnecting a transected spinal cord tout court. The process would be spearheaded by the use of so-called fusogens (GEMINI protocol). Another group recently upheld this same concept.

[The Equalist Imperium]

The Modernization Program:

- Thanks to the purchase of F-35 fighters from the Federation we're able to reverse engineer many of the fighters capabilities, plenty of fighter squadrons are in use and are giving our pilots a chance to test out the fighters for future instructions. The main idea behind this purchase is so we may improve our Airforce ,and as attuned to the primary goals of the modernization program, can improve technology overall. With the VTOL feature of the F-35 we'll be able to utilize many of our helicopter carriers without the need for further development of supposedly more standard runway carriers, this will also improve carrying space and allow for the few helicopter carriers we have in storage make a come back not just in use but also in production. The total cost of the 7 F-35 squadrons was 11.2 billion Echos at a discount for our technological and militaristic efforts, a donation of 400 Hayabusa Patrol boats and a 6.8 billion purchase of MRV's (Multi Role Vessel) also went towards this cause and ultimately will help strengthen our navy supports role. The modernization program and it's engineers have begun disassembling one of the first F-35 squadrons set aside for reverse engineering, as such, we'll have abetter understanding of the tech behind it's VTOL abilities among other things, and eventually be able to produce our own F-35's if not similar craft.

Project 'SkySoldier':

- Progression in the aerial field only increases as the first working airship prototype was launched earlier this week. While this project has seen much promise and growth it fails to repay such hopes as the idea of a airship carrier is simply impractical and just intoxicatingly expensive lead to a narrower field of uses. Although this is quite a set back, engineers say it may not be as bad as first perceived and the project still has many applicable features. One of which that has been heavily investigated is a high altitude tactical bomber, HATB for short, and will use hydrogen bombs as it's main explosive given it's properties. A single canister of pure hydrogen is equivalent to 35 lbs of TNT making them proficient drop bombs, especially for the kind of craft they'll be carried in. While the prototype airship was ultimately successful it has yet to be outfitted with any other features either than to show proof-of-concept, improvements will be implemented in later, finished versions of said airship. Once a working HATB airship is built, a test run will be conducted over seas and will attempt to destroy a sea fairing target. If successful it will go on to lead a campaign on the falklands and the south sandwich islands to not only further test it's practicality and effectiveness but to help liberate the islands.

[Russian Homeland]

Oil Set Ablaze

A squad of men, dressed in the finest field-gray suits march into the Director of Energy's office in Berlin. Among them is Supreme Commander Albert Pryde - the most highest ranking military leader in the Prussian Army only outranked by the Kaiser himself. Recently, the JB Terrorist Group launched attacks on key oil producing facilities, and oil producing countries in the Democratic Commonwealth. Oil was an important commodity to the Prussians, despite clean and green energy having massively overtaken it in the past decades. Rationing was put in place as industries reliant on oil were placed on moderated consumption limits. Something had to be done, of course - and Albert Pryde was the one to get it done.

The squad barges into the office.

Director of Energy Josepf Hansel:General Albert Pryde, you have come in unexpectedly. I take it you are looking for possible answers and solutions to the oil crisis that has been brought upon us - and rest assured I do have some. However, I'll note that this could have big consequences on the international stage.

Supreme General Albert Pryde: I am to be expected anywhere at any time. I am well aware of the crisis, but I am more concerned with the procurement of these resources - and how long our fuel rations can last.

Joseph Hansel: Well, the fuel reserves are sustainable thanks to our other imports, but we are mainly reliant on other resources at the moment. The oil shipped out from these regions are vital to many other countries in the world - I see it as vital that you seize these territories or temporarily occupy them. I am sure the belief of quelling ineffective terrorists should do your cause justice.

Joseph is peering through his many vast filing cabinets. "Tell the Kaiser that we should accelerate our oil-independency by two-fold, if you please."

Albert Pryde: You would've made a great tactician if you had stayed in the army like I did. I could not dream of being in a ministry position.

Pryde and Joseph had both went to military school together, the latter did not seek out employment in the military and went on to invest - and later seize control of the Prussian energy industry.

Josepf Hansel: Military strategy and tactics can be employed anywhere. That is what I have done here.

Crushing the Insurgents

Prussian forces, after landing 60,000 troops moved swiftly through the eastern commonwealth destroying the insurgents that it came across. It was estimated that prior to the landing of Prussian infantry, insurgents numbered as high as 34,000 in the province itself. A month of fighting saw the Prussians eliminate the majority of those numbers. The Prussian forces, after a month of fighting (and receiving reinforcements) numbered nearly 80,000 troops. The KMS Günther Lütjens joined the carrier task force to provide air support for ground forces and in addition, bolster the morale of the local anti-terorrist fighters in the region. It was also directed as a show of power against the Baltics, who had without warning invaded the uninvolved Arabian Peninsula. Early into the conflict, the Prussian Empire denounced the Baltic Republic with their invasion of the Arab Peninsula, but also blamed their aggression as to why the city of Kiev was utterly destroyed by a nuclear weapon. “Their untold aggression, without regards to foreign civil populace resulted in the destruction of Kiev, and the massive destabilization of trade and peace within the region - more so than the terrorists could ever achieve. The terrorists must be crushed - but the attempt by the Baltic Republic targeted areas where the terrorist influence was not as strong and invaded the countries who had control against the terrorist movements.” stated the Prussian Foreign minister.

Attack on the Suez Canal

The Suez Canal, a vital trading artery fell under control of the JBian terrorists with ease, and was quickly bolstered by large amounts of troops. The Suez Canal was the highest concentration of JBian soldiers, with nearly 80,000 troops and hundreds of tanks. Air support mainly consisted of incredibly old attack helicopters from the Soviet era - nearly a hundred years ago. Mi-35’s and so forth. Although the Prussians were outnumbered 2:1, the Prussians had a massive technological advantage in the form of modern main battle tanks, Mach 3+ fighter aircraft, and agile VTOL support craft. The opening hours of the attack saw JBian communications and radars jammed by Prussian electronic-warfare-systems. Artillery bombardment by sea soon after with the railgun batteries of heavy Cruisers Bavaria and Hamburg. Air strikes from carriers Günther Lütjens and Bismarck aided in the initial strikes, knocking out nearly 15% of the defenses. Firebombing took place on all military establishments, in order to further weaken the enemy. Precautions were taken in order to prevent substantial damage to the Suez Canal - in order to begin operations of the canal as soon as possible. At 0600 hours, strikes from Panavia Thunderstorm fighter aircraft occured all over the canal and the general area. Strikes from Thunderstorm's followed over the course of the next two hours, as well as additional help from naval artillery. By 9AM, the areas around the Suez Canal was in ruin. At noon, Prussian troops launched a brutal frontal attack on the insurgents overwhelming them incredibly quickly. The advanced tanks and well-trained soldiers of the Prussian Army were more than a match compared to the JBian regulars and irregulars, who were quickly wiped out. The battle raged on for two days as the JBians attempted to retreat, lighting oil wells ablaze and destroying highways. Despite that, their retreat was hampered by aerial bombardment by the Prussians, who destroyed major components of the JBian forces as they were huddled into various tight and thin corridors.