The Eagle's Cup :: VIII :: Rosters, RP, Scores (Closed)

by **Eagles Club** » Tue Apr 28, 2020 4:08 pm

The Eagle's Club is proud to present Eagles Cup, a modern era re-incarnation of the historic Eagle's Cup. 16 esteemed nations from throughout the multiverse will compete over 9 Matchdays to lift the Eagle's Cup and earn their place in the Eagle's Club, securing their place as a competitor and potential host in future Eagle's Cups.

Format :: The 16 nations will be split into 4 groups of 4 teams. In each group, the 4 teams will play each other nation twice, once at a stadium of their choosing and once at a stadium of their opponents choosing. The groups will be split into two distinct 8-team brackets; The first including those representing the Eagles Club and the second including those representing WCC & Confederation Champions. From there, the top 2 nations in each group table will advance to the Semi-Final round of each half to be held at an official Eagle's Club location. The winners of these matches will receive a special trophy from the Eagle's Club that also grants the nations honorary status with the Eagle's Club for one competition cycle and advance to the Final of their half. The winners of the Eagle's Club Half and Champions Half will advance to the Eagle's Cup Championship match presented by Cocoa-bo where the winner will be crowned overall champion and granted entry into the Eagle's Club. A third place playoff will also be contested back at the Eagle's Club where medals for the Top Three finishers in the overall will be awarded.

Transportation support for teams competing in the Eagle's Cup is available through the multinational Logistics and Holdings Company CoCoCo. Cocoa-bo, a primary holding of CoCoCo which heavily leverages the CoCoCo Logistics infrastructure has been signed as the presenting sponsor of the tournament and will have traveling Cocoa-bo booths at all tournament venues.

Eligible Participants :: The bylaws of the Eagle's Club denote guaranteed entry for up to 8 Nations into the Eagle's Cup as follows:

Eagle's Club Members - Minimum 4 entrants into the Eagle's Cup
Eagle's Cup Semi-Finalist - Maximum 3 Entrants into the Eagle's Cup
Non-Member Applicant - Minimum 1 Entrant into the Eagle's Cup

Should the Eagle's Club contain fewer than 4 active member nations then the Eagle's Club allocation to the Cup shall be reduced accordingly. The Eagle's Club shall fill these slots with Non-Member nations by means of Selection, Invitation or Application as necessary to fill the field.

Should the previous cycles Eagle's Cup semi-finalists include Eagle's Club members, or, should any of the previous cycles Eagle's Cup Semi-Finalists fail to send a delegation to the Eagle's Cup, the Eagle's Cup Semi-Finalist's allocation to the Cup shall be reduced accordingly. The Eagle's Club shall fill these slots with Non-Member nations by means of Selection, Invitation or Application as necessary to fill the field.

Per established precedent, entry for up to 4 Nations each into the Champions and Confederations Groups may be earned earned via triumph in recently contested World Cup Committee and Regionally sanctioned Championships at the discretion of the Eagle's Club Committee.

Eagle's Club
I. Eauz
II. Kingsford
III. Turori
IV. Bedistan
V. Nephara
VI. Zwangzug
VII. Cosumar
Eagle's Cup VII Semi-Finalists
Schottia
Valanora
Electrum

Current Edition Participants :: The Eagle's Club have determined the field for Eagle's Cup VIII to be inclusive as follows:

Eagles Cup VIII - Delegations
Turori (Eagle's Club)
Nephara (Eagle's Club)
Zwangzug (Eagle's Club)
Cosumar (Eagle's Club)
Electrum
Valanora
Chromatika
Banija
Farfadillis
Kita-Hinode
Equestrian States
Brenecia
Recuecn
Pasarga
Eura
Appalachian Nation

Eagle's Club :: The eligibility of Eagle's Club members Eauz and Kingsford are currently in an inactive status. As the once independent nation of Bedistan is now part of the Unified Capitalizt States, the Eagle's Club membership and reserved place in the Eagle's Cup is extended to the Unified Capitalizt States.

Eagle's Invitation :: Per defined precedent, the tournament slots in the Champions and Confederations half of the draw will be afforded to, in order:
- World Cup Champion
- Cup of Harmony Champion
- Baptism of Fire Cup Champion
- AOCAF Champion
- Copa Rushmori Champion
- Independents Cup Champion
- Campionato Esportiva Champion
- At Large Champion at Eagle's Club Discretion

Applicant :: At least 1 Additional slot in the Eagle's Cup is available to a nation selected by the Eagle's Club who has submitted an application to the Eagles Club. Additional slots may be made available to non-member applicants if selected delegations are unable to participate. As Invitations are sent out, and delegations formed, all participants will be informed. The placement of groups will take place once 16 Delegations have been identified.

:: Group Allocations ::

Eagle's Club Group:
Turori
Nephara
Zwangzug
Cosumar

Eagle's Select Group:
Valanora
Electrum
Chromatika
Banija

Champions Group:
Farfadillis
Pasarga
Appalachian Nation
Kita-Hinode

Confederations Group:
Equestrian States
Brenecia
Eura
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Tentative Schedule :: Projected RP Cut-off in Red

Roleplay Challenges ::
Roleplay Challenges will be offered to help inspire contributions that will be both Fun, Informative to your opposition and historically relevant for future usage in your nations World Building or factbooks!

MD1: CARTOGRAPHY & VEXILLOLOGY :: As they arrive in your country, visitors will need to know where to go and what to look out for. They will all need maps - but how did your nation get its shape? What is its history? Were there any occupants of your land in the past, and what artifacts of that nation or culture still exist? What other flags might be associated with your land? Graphic Bonus: Are there any alternate, rejected or separatist faction flags? (etc.)

Equipment ::

Tropicorp Sports will be the provider of the official ball used during all Eagle's Cup matches.

** Nations whom have already confirmed participation may begin posting Rosters & RPs in this thread. **

by **Turori** » Thu Apr 30, 2020 7:56 am

Head Coach: Ronji Miiastara
Miiastara joined Marine Coast United in Vilita for their V-League 27 campaign in the Declasse, just the second ever for the club at that level. Miiastara was tasked with keeping the ball out of the net, and he did just that, helping lead Marine Coast United back to the Stellar Division at the first attempt leading up to V-League 28. After competing in the UICA 'B' Champions League, Marine Coast finished a respectable 7th place in the V-League but just missed out on a UICA place. Miiastara jumped ship to Kiiarana City in order to participate in the UICA Globe Cup prior to Season 29. While Kiiarana did not make the huge title push expected of them, Miiastara let in a career low 14 goals during Season 30, leading Kiiarana to a runner up finish in the Stellar Division a place in the UICA Champions League and a Tropical Trophy victory. It would be the lone high point at the club for Miiastara, however. After losing his 'ever present' status as National Team goalkeeper to the domestically successful Hooizo Nuakoi, Miiastara made the switch to Colonial for Season 35 and immediately added a second Tropical Trophy victory to his resume. After bouncing around for seasons Miiastara finally found a home in Lonngeylin backstopping the rise of Lonngeylin Coast from a Declasse club to a Stellar Division challenger, leading the club to a pair of consecutive 4th-placed finish and Champions Cup qualification during V-League Seasons 40 & 41. After Lonngeylin Coast moved to Youth and Zelkki Milake, Miiastara switched to Jlinal Cove and led them to their first ever Champions Cup appearance during the 54th UICA Cycle.

Nickname: The Eels

Style: -1.23

The coaches will select the squad from the National Player pool. Players are listed below, grouped by position and sorted by projection 'Depth Chart' position where the top player listed is most likely to be named the first player selected for that position, and so on. Depth chart positions are determined by performance in pre-cup training sessions, as well as performance and average ratings in the Vilitan League competition and previous appearances for the National Team. Note 'Caps" are not currently on record for Turorian Players prior to World Cup 80 due to federation budget re-allocation to the Cocoabo Enrichment & Enhancement Project (CEEP)

GOALKEEPERS:

Wiyauw An'maude [ - Cedniavella - ]
GK ( AGE: 31 :: [ NT CAPS: 43 :: NT CLEAN SHEETS: 21 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 7 :: V&T CLEAN SHEETS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: : UICA Series 'B' Champions Cup : : Vilitan Declasse :
An'maude led Cedniavella to the 64th UICA Series 'B' Champions Cup title and then subsequently backstopped the 'Vellas to a runner-up finish in the Declasse during Season 54 and subsequent promotion to the Stellar Division. An'maude was also named Vilitan Declasse Division goalkeeper of the Season for the Season 54. While An'maude was impressive in the Stellar Division, leading Cedniavella to a top-10 finish ahead of rivals Cednia Beach AFC, the Turorian netminder was coerced out of Cedniavella to take over goalkeeper duties at Lonngeylin Coast as the heir-apparent to the aging Cilamara Issah. Was Vilita & Turori's #1 netminder on the championship winning AOCAF 56 squad.

Timaala Hualtia [ - Inland Peaks FC - ]
GK ( AGE: 21 :: [ NT CAPS: 16 :: NT CLEAN SHEETS: 7 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 13 :: V&T CLEAN SHEETS: 5 ] )
TROPHIES :: None
Hualtia came through the Eelandii Academy and instantly developed as a future Turori National Team prospect. Played one season for Sporta Eelandii before their relegation from the Vilitan League prompted Hualtia to make a switch to become the starting goalkeeper at Inland Peaks during Season 59. Made first Turori National Team start during World Cup 82 Qualifying in a 2-1 victory over Kelssek. Made first ever World Cup Finals start in the World Cup 82 Semi-Final helping Turori to a 6-3 win over Farfadillis to advance to the Nations first ever World Cup Final.

Mitimi Obalialo [ - Urbanista (APX) - ]
GK ( AGE: 33 :: [ NT CAPS: 1 :: NT CLEAN SHEETS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 0 :: V&T CLEAN SHEETS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: None
Obalialo was brought up in the Makosile system and made 22 appearances for the Makos before moving on to Cednia Beach AFC in Turori. Obalialo played 3 seasons in a role-share at Cednia Beach AFC before seeking a transfer outside the Vilitan League, making the switch to unpredictable Apoxian side Urbanista.

DEFENDERS:

Yitizo Mpala'a [ - Lonngeylin Coast - ]
D C ( AGE: 34 :: [ NT CAPS: 50 :: NT GOALS: 6 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 3 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ] : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup :
Trained at the Makosile Academy, Mpala'a spent one season at Eastal Lunar before joining newly promoted Lonngeylin Coast for V-League Season 49. Mapala'a established themselves in the Lonngeylin Coast first team and was a big part of the teams Vilitan Cup 55 championship run and back-to-back Stellar Division titles in Season 56 and 57.

Mikki Mayelli [ - Yeaddin Owls AFC - ]
D C ( AGE: 33 :: [ NT CAPS: 47 :: NT GOALS: 3 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 5 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ]
Mayelli was a trainee at FC Almintora before making a switch to Eastal Lunar spending 4 Seasons. Landed a high profile transfer to the Yeaddin Owls during Season 53 and would become a stalwart for the team as they rose up to the become competitors once more in the Vilitan Stellar Division

Amakli Inuro'o [ - Bastion (EUR) - ]
D RLC ( AGE: 20 :: [ NT CAPS: 32 :: NT GOALS: 4 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 4 :: V&T GOALS: 4 ] )
TROPHIES :: None
After making their debut in Turori’s 3-0 World Cup 82 Matchday 5 qualifying match against Cosneolta, Inuro’o would become a regular in the Turori National Team squad eventually becoming a starter for key matches as Turori advanced to the World Cup 82 Final. As a result of their performances, Inuro’o would earn a transfer to Bastion in Eura during the 24th Transfer Window

Lulu Pumaziiri [ - Cednia Beach AFC - ]
D RC ( AGE: 31 :: [ NT CAPS: 34 :: NT GOALS: 4 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 14 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ] : AO Champions League : : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup :
Pumaziiri was originally signed by Colonial Sile but after a season away from home, returned to Turori to join up with Cednia Beach and was a critical member of their Season 48 campaign that nearly saw the Coconuts return to the top 3, sliding to 5th on the final day of the season. Runner Up in UICA Champions Cup with Cednia Beach AFC. After 5+ Seasons with Cednia Beach AFC Pumaziiri made a high profile switch to Makosile United but would ultimately return to Cednia Beach after Makosile's relegation to the Declasse Division. Won the 31st Atlantian Oceania Champions League title with Cednia Beach AFC.

Biliki Rona'atu'i [ - Cednia Beach AFC - ]
D LC ( AGE: 23 :: [ NT CAPS: 29 :: NT GOALS: 3 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 22 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ] : AO Champions League : : Vilitan Declasse :
Trained at the Alikki-Corra Academy, Rona'atu'i moved on to Inland Peaks FC during Season 55 and become a crucial part of their Declasse Division record setting championship season resulting in promotion back to the Stellar Division. Signed for Eastal Lunar after arriving in the Stellar Division but only spent one season there before earning a starting position at Colonial Sile for the Season 57 campaign helping Colonial to a third place finish in the League table. After a season and a half in Sile, Rona'atu'i returned to their native Turori by joining Cednia Beach AFC and helping them to the 31st Atlantian Oceania Champions League title.

Tarek Edgeli [ - TSV Marzig (STL) - ]
D RLC ( AGE: 39 :: [ NT CAPS: 42 :: NT GOALS: 2 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 1 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup : Tropical Trophy :
After spending 3 seasons being trained in Crosaibi at Marine Coast United, Edgeli made the switch down the coast to the Lonngeylin Coliseum for Season 43. While Strike were unable to win any silverware, Edgeli fit straight into the squad as one of the top performing defenders in the entire league earning instant plaudits and recognition back in Turori. Edgeli would be an ever-present in the Turorian squad earning the role of captain as the team advanced to the World Cup Semi Finals for the first time in the nations history at World Cup 81 in the Free Republics and Banija. After a long absence from regional competition, Edgeli, retire from the Turori National Team, would captain the Vilita and Turori National Team during the 60th AOCAF Competition.

Moumouni Verre'elali [ - Tropicorp FC - ]
D RLC ( AGE: 21 :: [ NT CAPS: 24 :: NT GOALS: 3 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 20 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: : Vilitan Declasse :
Made their debut for the Turori National Team at the age of 17 on the opening matchday of World Cup 82 Qualifying against Bohr, eventually making six appearances for the Eels over the course of the campaign. Scored their first career international goal in the penultimate match of that qualification campaign against unheralded opposition Migli

Majid Jedidi [ - Tivali City - ]
D C ( AGE: 41 :: [ NT CAPS: 0 :: NT GOALS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 5 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: : Vilitan Cup :
Jedidi made the move from Turori to Kiiarana City on the western shore of Vilita prior to V-League season 44.

:: Reserves ::

None

MIDFIELDERS:

Kentu Umaka'a [ - Eastal Lunar - ]
M RC ( AGE: 31 :: [ NT CAPS: 66 :: NT GOALS: 12 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 12 :: V&T GOALS: 3 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ] : Vilitan Declasse :
Was brought up through the Rammsissil prospect development system and spent 2 and a half seasons at the big club before transferring to Makosile United. Spent 4 seasons with the Makos but after missing out on UICA competition again during Season, jumped ship and joined Eastal Lunar FC. Scored decisive shootout goal during World Cup 82 Round of 16 Penalty Shootout against Pasarga.

Daliora Toru'u [ - Yeaddin Owls - ]
DM C ( AGE: 27 :: [ NT CAPS: 59 :: NT GOALS: 9 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 28 :: V&T GOALS: 3 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ]
Toru'u made a debut for the Yeaddin Owls at the age of 17 and cracked into the first team immediately with 4 goals and 4 assists in their debut Season 54 campaign.

Mbdiai Akarenaa [ - Real Azuris (COS) - ]
M LC ( AGE: 31 :: [ NT CAPS: 34 :: NT GOALS: 5 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 14 :: V&T GOALS: 6 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ]
Akarenaa started out at the Eelandii Academy before signing a professional contract with Cednia Beach AFC during V-League 47. Akarenaa's time in the Vilitan League didn't last long, however, attracting international interest from Exton FC in Apox. After a few seasons in Apox, Akarenaa returned closer to home moving back to Atlantian Oceania to join Cosumarite club Real Azuris.

Lati'ala Giaoka [ - Yeaddin Owls - ]
M RLC ( AGE: 22 :: [ NT CAPS: 28 :: NT GOALS: 6 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 24 :: V&T GOALS: 2 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ]
Lati'ala Giaoka impressed from a young age at the Owls Castle Academy and earned their first professional contract with the Yeaddin Owls at the age of 16. During Season 56, Giaoka became the youngest player to appear in a Stellar Division match for the Owls since Mako Canopii made their debut at the age of 16 during Vilitan League Season 50.

Kiidallen Aeroluzzi [ - Rammsissil - ]
DM C ( AGE: 23 :: [ NT CAPS: 19 :: NT GOALS: 4 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 25 :: V&T GOALS: 4 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ] : Vilitan Declasse :
Aeroluzzi joined Rammsissil from Surf Jettica at the age of 17 as the eventual Declasse Champions looked to bolster their squad ahead of a season 57 Stellar Division return.

Timi'sala Koarena [ - Raynor City United (VAL) - ]
M LC ( AGE: 36 :: [ NT CAPS: 41 :: NT GOALS: 3 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 3 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: : UICA Champions Cup :
Unlike most Vilita & Turori players, Timi'sala Koarena has spent a decent chunk of their professional career playing outside the Vilitan League, enjoying many successes in Valanora playing nearly 10 seasons for Raynor City United including League Championships, Silver Cup titles and being shortlisted amongst the Boldsport Galacticos Index players as well as winning the 65th UICA Champions Cup title with the Vanorian club.

Naraiza Ruaplal [ - Broadview AFC (CBP) - ]
DM C ( AGE: 17 :: [ NT CAPS: 2 :: NT GOALS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 8 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: None
A Vilita-Turori Dual national; Ruaplal was a member of the Vilita and Turori squad that finished as runners-up to Cosumar during the 45th Di Bradini Cup. Appeared in the 7th Cup of Champions competition for Vilita although as Vilita technically registered under the Vilita and Turorian association, the player did not sacrafice their eligibility to play for Turori. Became the first Vilita & Turorian player to play domestically in Baker Park after signing with Broadview AFC during the 26th Transfer Window

Cuoabaza Orani’aoa [ - Inura Forests AFC - ]
M RLC ( AGE: 18 :: [ NT CAPS: 4 :: NT GOALS: 2 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 8 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: None
Youth Starlet who signed a first team at their local club Inura Forests in Turori at the age of 16 years. Was a member of the Vilita and Turori squad that finished as runners-up to Cosumar during the 45th Di Bradini Cup.

Nubara Moafalia [ - Ephesian FC (ZWZ)
- ]
M LC ( AGE: 38 :: [ NT CAPS: 6 :: NT GOALS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 2 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ] : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup :
Moafilia twice appeared in the Vilitan Cup final with Lonngeylin Coast as runners up during Season 50 and finally as Vilitan Cup winners during Season 55, Moafilias first domestic silverware of any kind. Moafalia became the first Turorian player to join the Zwangzug league after a switch to Ephesian FC during the 24th Transfer Window.

Tulaki Rauogba [ - René Skaé (FFD) - ]
A MC ( AGE: 19 :: [ NT CAPS: 5 :: NT GOALS: 1 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 9 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: None
Top performer at the Mliona-Lpaka Academy. Was a member of the Vilita and Turori squad that finished as runners-up to Cosumar during the 45th Di Bradini Cup. Also appeared in the 7th Cup of Champions for Vilita though as the team was registered through the Vilita and Turori Association did not lose eligibility for Turori where they are expected to declare for future competitions. Left the Mliona-Lpaka Academy after the teams relegation from the Vilitan Stellar Division to join Apoxian side Oldem Knights. Officially declared for Turori during the World Cup 84 Qualification Cycle making their debut in a 3-0 victory over Guadalajara. Scored their first career goal for Turori on Matchday 11 of World Cup 84 Qualifiers agaisnt 95X. Played one season in Apox before returning to Atlantian Oceania to join Farfishi Champions Cup contenders René Skaé during the 27th Transfer Window.

:: Reserves ::

None

FORWARDS:

Meldi'ita Mungwaii [ - Jungle Strike FC - ]
F C ( AGE: 33 :: [ NT CAPS: 51 :: NT GOALS: 25 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 13 :: V&T GOALS: 5 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ] : Stellar Division : Vilitan Cup : Tropical Trophy :
After getting their first shot in the lower leagues at Turorian side Inura Forests, Mungwaii got the call to the big time become Inura Forests all-time highest transfer when switching to Eastal Lunar during Season 46. Mungwaii barely played a full season in Seraii, however, as the Turori National Team strikers potentially was quickly noticed and Jungle Strike FC came calling making Mungwaii the highest transfer in Eastal Lunar history as well.

Nua'oma Aikiki [ - FC Almintora - ]
F C ( AGE: 21 :: [ NT CAPS: 40 :: NT GOALS: 13 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 19 :: V&T GOALS: 8 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ]
Brought up through the youth system at FC Almintora. Made their international debut on Matchday 3 of World Cup 82 Qualifying and then scored their first career international goal on Matchday five of World Cup 82 Qualifying against Cosenolta.

Wiztsana Iretziia [ - East End FC (XAN) - ]
F C ( AGE: 32 :: [ NT CAPS: 50 :: NT GOALS: 12 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 15 :: V&T GOALS: 2 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ]
Iretziia transferred out of the Vilitan League after its 54th season to join famed Pasargan club Galatica. They would spend six seasons in Pasarga before becoming the first Vilita & Turorian player to feature for a Xannerian club with a transfer to East End FC

Mirana Gotuai [ - Iskara Daii (STR) - ]
F C ( AGE: 36 :: [ NT CAPS: 37 :: NT GOALS: 12 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 15 :: V&T GOALS: 6 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : AOCAF 56 : ]
Originally of the Mist City Floatzels in the Sunrise Islands, Gotuai has become a world traveller spending time at Sardin United in Pasarga before completing the three-region trifecta and moving back to Alantian Oceania to play for Iskara Daii of Starblaydia.

Turakia Diijelhma [ - Owls Castle Academy - ]
F C ( AGE: 20 :: [ NT CAPS: 11 :: NT GOALS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 14 :: V&T GOALS: 1 ] )
TROPHIES :: None
Diijelhma made their international debut on the multiverse’s biggest stage as a substitute in Turori’s 2-1 World Cup 81 Round of 16 knockout round victory over host nation Banija.

Kala'a Yuliizala [ - Inland Peaks FC - ]
F C ( AGE: 20 :: [ NT CAPS: 8 :: NT GOALS: 0 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 10 :: V&T GOALS: 4 ] )
TROPHIES :: None
A key member of the youth movement at Inland Peaks FC, Yuliizala’s early call up to the senior squad domestically attracted the attention of the Vilita and Turori coaching staff who called the Turorian striker into the AOCAF 57 squad.

Perran Adlani [ - Turoki United - ]
F C ( AGE: 45 :: [ NT CAPS: 39 :: NT GOALS: 8 ] :: [ V&T CAPS: 0 :: V&T GOALS: 0 ] )
TROPHIES :: [ : World Cup 68 : ]

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by **Banija** » Thu Apr 30, 2020 8:45 am

Banija National Team- The Kadongo Kamu

Information
Country code: BNJ
Denonym: Banijan(s)
Association: Royal Banijan Soccer Association(RBSA)
Nickname: The Kadongo Kamu
Manager: Marcus Waters, 53 years old, native of the Equestrian States. Took over the interim manager role after Matchday 9 of World Cup 80 Qualifying; became the full-time manager at the end of that World Cup Qualification campaign.
Senior Assistant Manager: George Wangolo. 43 years old. Former national team player. Played center back, former captain for World Cup 79 cycle. Banija's first ever Galactico. After retirement from his playing days, he began to manage on the college circuit in Banija. He managed the women's soccer team at the University of Moravica for four seasons, leading them to the national championship game in his fourth season. He was hired as the manager of Banija's youth national teams, as well as the Senior Assistant Manager. He managed the U21 national team to glory at the 47th Di Bradini Cup.
Captain: Gitonga Kahara.
Alternate Captain: Kuma Bultum
Home Kits: Green
Away Kits: White
Alternate: Orange

Brief National Team History
The Kadongo Kamu have played in exactly 305 games, as of the end of AOCAF LX. The national team has participated in 9 World Cup Qualification campaigns(WCQ73, WCQ74, WCQ75, WCQ76, WCQ77, WCQ79, WCQ80, WCQ82, WCQ84) and played in the past five World Cups- World Cup 80-84. We have also participated in Baptism of Fire 60, and been a participant in three different Cup of Harmonies(CoH 66, CoH 67, and CoH 71). In three Cup of Harmonies, Banija has never once moved past the group stage in the competition, and in their lone Baptism of Fire, they earned a lone point. In World Cup 80, Banija was eliminated in the group stages, though in World Cup 81, Banija won Group A and went to the Round of 16 before falling in extra time, on home soil, to Turori by a score of 1-1(2-1 AET). in World Cup 82, Banija won its opening game 3-1 before losing its next two games, its last one in heartbreaking fashion to Pasarga to be eliminated in the group stages. In World Cup 83, Banija stunned the world by beating then two-time defending world champions Vilita in the quarterfinals en route to a bronze medal. In World Cup 84, they were eliminated in the quarterfinals.

After not competing at all during the World Cup 78 Cycle due to the RBSA's bankruptcy, they re-entered the world of international football in World Cup 79 cycle. A shocking World Cup 79 Qualification campaign saw them on the brink of qualifying, but the team simply ran out of gas and lost 4 of their final 5 matches to not make it to Ceni/Drawkland. Since then, the U21 team got 3rd place at the 42nd Di Bradini Cup, and the national team advanced to the quarterfinals of AOCAF LV, AOCAF LVI, and AOCAF LVII, establishing themselves as a strong regional side, falling to the eventual champs in the latter two tournaments. They stunningly qualified for World Cup 80, after starting poorly by losing 5 of their first 9, to going unbeaten in the second half of qualifying, where they won 7 of those games. In the World Cup 80 Qualification playoffs, a 3-0 first leg victory in Montreal, Royal Kingdom of Quebec, powered the team through to their first ever appearance in the World Cup Finals, advancing to sport's pre-eminent competition 5-3 on aggregate over Mercedini. While a pair of one goal losses saw them eliminated after two games, they earned their first ever victory at the World Cup Finals in a 2-0 win over New Gazi in their final group stage game. As they hosted World Cup 81, they went directly to the tournament, and went to their first ever knockout stages, winning Group A before falling, 1-1(2-1 AET) to Turori in the Round of 16. They cruised to qualification in World Cup 82, maintaining a top two spot in their World Cup Qualification group behind Brenecia for the entirety of the World Cup 82 Qualification campaign, getting to the tournament with relative ease before bowing out in the group stages.

The World Cup 83 cycle was their strongest yet. Starting with AOCAF LVIII on home soil, co-hosted with the Commonwealth of Baker Park, the Kadongo Kamu won 6 consecutive matches to open the tournament, taking their winning streak all the way to the final. Unfortunately, they were felled, 4-2, at home to their archrivals, the Equestrian States. Co-hosting World Cup 83 as well, the Banijans made a miraclous run at the World Cup, upending 5th ranked South Covelllo on penalties, and defeating the then two-time defending world champions Vilita in the quarterfinals, before falling, 3-2, at the national stadium to Starblaydia. They added to the trophy case, however, earning a bronze medal after defeating Cassadaigua in the 3rd place playoff game.

This cycle got off to a less than ideal start, as they saw their earliest ever exit from the AOCAFs, after falling 1-0 to Ko-oren in the Round of 16 of the regional championships. They had an up and down performance in World Cup 84, losing to the eventual champions Farfadillis in the group stages, making the knockouts anyways, before eventually being eliminated in the Quarterfinals by Eura. This cycle got off to a less than ideal start as well, getting upset 3-0 by Torisakia in the opening game of the AOCAFs. While they won four consecutive games after that, they were still eliminated in the Round of 16 for the second tournament in a row, falling 3-2 to the Goldhorns of Siovanija & Teusland.

Statistics(All up to date as of the Banijan elimination from AOCAF 60):
All-Time Record: 150-113-42(W-L-D)
All-Time Winning Percentage: 49.18% (Wins over total games played)
All-Time Points Percentage: 53.77% (Wins plus 1/3rd of draws over total games played)
Current WCC Rank: #6
Current AOCAF Rank: #3
Top 10 All-Time Leading Goal Scorers:
1. Gitonga Kahara(80 goals)
2. Chibuzo Afolayan(54 goals)
3. Kiggwe Mavuto(43 goals)
4. Toyuwa Okafor(37 goals)
T5. Assefa Yitebarke(35 goals)
T5. Ilman Jawara(35 goals)
7. Namakula Kawesa(30 goals)
8. Isaac Georgiadis(27 goals)
9. Saa Okoro(23 goals)
10. Saah Desta(21 goals)

World Cup Appearances: 5- World Cup 80, World Cup 81(co-hosts), World Cup 82, World Cup 83(co-hosts), World Cup 84

Jerseys

Full credit to Filindostan for the design and production of these jersies. Thank you very much!

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Roster for Eagle's Cup VIII

Starters: 4-2-1-3
Players who are based in a foreign league are bolded.
Players who have their first ever competitive callup received in AOCAF LX are italicized.
BSL = Banijan Soccer League, Banija's only national professional soccer league.
GK #1 Jumu Sanneh. Age 35. Plays for Turoki United in the Vilitan League's Declasse Division.
RB #27 Uzoma Iruka. Age 25(Female). Plays for Hoima Warriors in the BSL.
CB #3 Kuma Bultum. Age 25. Plays for Raynor City United in Valanora.
CB #20 Kawsu Kaba. Age 29. Plays for the Hoima Warriors in the BSL. Captained Di Bradini Cup 44 side.
LB #13 Fekati Abdi. Age 29. Plays for the Herzegovina Phoenix in the BSL.
RCM #6 Mzukisi Nzo. Age 23. Plays for Yaton FC in the Taeshan Premier League.
LCM #15 Amadi Uche. Age 29. Plays for Wexax United in Valanora.
CAM #10 Namakula Kawesa. Age 28. (Female). Plays for Tanrısal in Pasarga.
RW #12 Nwabudike Ugonna. Age 29. Plays for FC Rotmunde 1932 in the Republikaliga in Siovanija & Teusland.
LW #11 Gitonga Kahara. Age 32. Plays for OAS Royal FC in the Härlighet Ligan in Cosumar. Captain.
ST #17 Ilman Jawara. Age 28. Plays for Soldarian FC in Valanora.

Bench:
GK #35 François Tantoh. Age 28. Plays for Herzegovina City FC in the BSL.
GK #23 Wanda Kouyaté. Age 23(Female). Plays for the Busukuma Force in the BSL.
RB #2 Ephrem Selassiee. Age 33. Plays for Sterling City United in Darmen.
CB #5 Demba Kinteh. Age 22. Plays for Port Sebastian in Schottia. Captain of the U18 Sporting World Cup 8 championship squad.
LB #4 Lama Nyang. Age 22. Plays for Jinja City FC in the BSL.
CM #8 Kizza Okafor. Age 31. Plays for the Coret Hawks in the Nepharim Premiership.
CM #14 Ablie Kah. Age 31. Plays for Istria City FC in the BSL.
CAM #21 Enyinnaya Jideofor. Age 26. Plays for Lhor in Chromatika.
LW/RW #22 Madu Okparra. Age 25. Plays for Raynor City United in Valanora.
LW/RW #18 Samba Ogunsola. Age 20. Plays for Busukuma AC in the BSL.
ST #19 Idai Uster. Age 22(Female). Plays for AFC Treason in the Nepharim Premiership.
ST #24 Kabir Jobateh. Age 32. Plays for FC Kaiserhaven in the Republikaliga in Siovanija & Teusland. Starter on the bronze medal 42nd Di Bradini Cup squad.

Notes:
- Our free kicks are taken by Gitonga Kahara. Our corner kicks are taken by Gitonga Kahara.
- Our penalty kicks are taken by Ilman Jawara.
- In terms of substitutions, anybody is OK to substitute off the pitch besides Kahara, Kawesa, and Sanneh. They all play 90 minutes in every match, unless any of them get a red card or are injured.
- Kahara is widely considered the team's best player, and he is the focal point of the attack.

Extended Player Pool
These members of the player pool were invited to camp, on the roster for Banija's trio of pre-AOCAF LX friendlies, but did not make the final 23 for the actual tournament. As they are not part of the final 23, they do not have numbers. They, however, do remain part of the Extended Player Pool for the Eagle's Cup as well.

CAM Momodou Sene. 23 years old. Just signed by 1912 Stelburg in the Republikgaliga.
CAM Abigail Admassu. 21 years old. Just signed by Energie Thorsborg in Savojarna.
CAM/CM Kiggwe Basamula. 28 years old. Plays for the Busembe Timberwolves in the BSL.
CM Cyper Corr. 21 years old. Just signed by the Northern Stallions in Brenecia.
CM Immaculate Kaba(Female). 22 years old. Plays for Capitol City FC in the BSL.
CM Musa Gaye. 23 years old. Plays for Jinja CIty FC in the BSL.
CB Chiokie Uchie. 21 years old. Just signed by Marine Coast United in Vilita.
LW/RW Alanso Tamba. Age 33. Plays for Crisisbless United in the Nepharim Premiership.
RM/RW Anwar Dawit. Age 21. Plays for Kitara AA in the BSL.

Select Player Biographies

1. CAM Namakula Kawesa

Namakula Kawesa is one of the most interesting players to follow on this team. She is the first woman to ever put on the green and white for the senior national side, the first beneficiary of the repeal of the gender segregation law within the country. Implementation has been slow, as there are only a handful of female players in the BSL right now, but the rise in change of culture is always slow. Still, she has smashed that glass ceiling on her own, and Kawesa is looking to ensure that she is well respected on the national and international stage.

With her platform comes great expectation, and with great expectation comes great pressure. So far, she has been able to handle it. She scored crucial goals at AOCAF LVIII en route for the Banijan run to the final of that tournament, as she came off the bench behind Okparro. She did the same at World Cup 83, playing crucial minutes there as well. She was able to earn herself attention in the transfer market, and now she plays for the Gwinevra Barbarians. She has shown her talent for the Barbarians, scoring seven goals in the league and 11 in all competitions in her first season for the Barbarians, where she was a regular fixture in their starting XI, and helped the team get 2nd in the league and earn a Champions Cup berth, as well as scoring in the Marshall Cup Final, which is Apox's major domestic cup competition. She has performed at expectation in Apox.

And now, of course, with Okparro's retirement, she has been handed the #10 jersey for the national team. This is a big moment for her, as she is now a full-time starter for the Kadongo Kamu. There are younger players who are chomping at the bit to wear the #10 jersey- youngsters like Momodou Sene and Abigail Admassu, fresh off of U21 World Cup glory, are making move to big money leagues to try and get her spot. Can she hold them off?

2. CB Kawsu Kaba

The center back has been excellent in his appearances for the Hoima Warriors in the BSL, with his past domestic season earning him plaudits from many around, and him just missing out on a spot on the All-Pro Team. The problem with Kaba, while extremely talented, is that, especially for hte national team, he lacks consistency. HE has been benched on numerous occasions by Marcus Waters, though he always goes back to Kaba to start a game, and play a majority of the match. Then 35 year old Center Back Abate Brehanu, however, repeatedly replaced Kaba defending big leads in big moments, illustrating the lack of the confidence in him.

But now, Brehanu has retired following the national team's bronze medals at World Cup 83, and there will be nowhere to hide for Kawsu Kaba. Ensa Camara and Brehanu have retired, and now, it will be Kaba leading the back line. Now, of course, he finds himself as the most experienced member of the back line- with Selassie moving to the bench and Bereket retiring, he is the leader of the defense. They couldn't get the job done in the Diamond Edition of the AOCAFs. Can they do so here at the Eagle's Cup?

3. LW Gitonga Kahara

With the retirements of Chibuzo Afolayan and Assefa Yitebarke from the national team, the boy wonder is the undisputed star of the Kadongo Kamu, and has long been hailed as the savior of the sport in this country. That tells you everything you need to know about the Boy Wonder's meteoric rise through Banijan soccer. He has been given lots of nicknames- the Boy Wonder, Banija's Football Savior, the Deliverer, etc... And he has never played a professional club game on Banijan soil. When he was just 16 years old, he moved to Project Olimpo in Kita-Hinode, and starred in their youth league, one of the world's best. Project Olimpo won a league title, and Gitonga Kahara was the star of the team, winning the Golden Boot that season. He then, of course, went to the U21 World Cup as the player everybody had their eyes on- was he the real deal?

The answer was an emphatic yes. Gitonga Kahara, and the team in general, simply could not stop scoring in Valanora. He scored a stunning 10 goals at the Di Bradini Cup- taking the tournament by storm, and being not only the best player on the pitch for the Banijans, but arguably the best player on the pitch at the tournament in general. His value, and name, exploded on the international scene. Randolf Cherry, much to the chagrin of Project Olimpo officials, was pushing him to leave before the window- see what he'd do in a top-flight league, while his value was high with the memory of the Di Bradini Cup fresh. Of course, during the window, he'd be able to probably get a better deal. But the fact of the matter was this- a move was better for his immediate career prospects, even if it was a serious question mark for his long-term career prospects.

He went to Polaris, in the Terranean League East. He helped lead his team earn the Pablito Numede Trophy, and, with a third place finish, finish with a berth in the Champions Cup. He looked likely to be a star in that league for a long, long time to come- and then, it came crashing down, as the Terrenean League East has faltered. He then made a big money move to OAS Royal FC, becoming the first ever Banijan to make an 8 digit move, being valued at $10 million NSDs by the side from Northeast Atlantian Oceania.

He is in his prime, and now, this is his team. Kahara is going to wear the armband going forward, for the first time at any level in his career. While the 23 went unchanged from the beginning of AOCAF LVIII, through the Champions Cup and all the way through World Cup 83, there has been a correction, with quite a few veterans calling it quits on their international careers, leaving time for the next generation to shine. While he's had his poor moments, including a red card in World Cup 84, he is capable of leading this team to new heights. Will he be able to do so?

4. GK Jumu Sanneh

The 35 year old goalkeeper has had a very interesting journey, at least in terms of his international career. He has been playing in VIlita for years, playing in the country's DeClasse Division. After Delbin Kasekende left the Banijan national team to start for the Islander national team following World Cup 80, there was a competition between the two then young guns- Lemuel Bereket and Jumu Sanneh. After the World Cup 81 cycle, Bereket asserted himself, and gripped tightly onto the #1 jersey for World Cup cycles 82-84. But Sanneh waited patiently. And with Bereket, now 35 years old, deciding to retire from international duty and extend his club career in Farfadillis, Sanneh has finally gotten a chance to wear the #1 jeersey.

He has starred in the DeClasse Division in Vilita- earning the second highest goalkeeper rating, and winning five man of the match awards throughout last season. But first becoming the full-time starter at his age- will he be able to hold the position? He struggled during AOCAF LX, especially in Banija's two losses, where he wasn't seen as having a strong performance in either of their losses. Will Marcus Waters give the other goalkeepers an opportunity to replace him during the Eagle's Cup?

Eagle's Cup Group Schedule
Matchday 1: Banija @ Chromatika
Matchday 2: Banija @ Electrum
Matchday 3: Banija @ Valanora
Matchday 4: Banija v. Chromatika @ Hangaza Unified Stadium in Aissa, Hangaza(capacity of 55,000)
Matchday 5: Banija v. Electrum @ Electra Stadium in Mynda, Aksum(capacity of 41,000)
Matchday 6: Banija v. Valanora @ The Stadium of the Restoration in Busukuma, National Capitol Region(capacity of 91,835)

by **Appalachian Nation** » Thu Apr 30, 2020 9:13 am

Appalachia National Soccer team

STARTING XII (3-4-3) / STYLE- +4

Forwards:
RW #11 Cletus - RC Lexington
ATK #5 William Robert - Steel City Union 
LW #10 Bubba - Schmedenricht VV (Ko-oren)

Midfielders:
RM #29 Tiffany Drew  - Interdemensional Fipside (A Mushroom Kingdom)
DM #15 Greg "Macho Man" Hawkins - Charleston Power FC
DM #34 Bobby Wayne Fuller - Steel City Union
LM #23 Bryan Pearson - Charlotte 1949

Defenders:
RB #36 Devin Winecroft - Locomotive Erie
CB #47 Clayton Farmer - Delano City SC  (Xanneria)
LB #88 Garret Washburn - Pitt FC

Goalkeeper:
GK #1 Calvin Throckmorton - Chattanooga Guardians FC

Alternates:
GK #99 "Jello" Collins - Birmingham Vulcan FC 
ATK #22 Kevin Bogart - Samurai Cop FC (Starcom Racing)
ATK #13 Kendra Morten - Glitzville Glamour (A Mushroom Kingdom)
LM #45 Bo - Birmingham Vulcan FC
RM #39 Hiram Wasaad - Locomotive Eire
DM #27 Bo Clembecker - Chattanooga Guardians FC
DM #14 Cody Falmouth - Pitt FC
LB #89 Wilson Daughtrey - Roanoke Salem United
RB #32 Doug Wilson - RC Lexington 
CB #16 Greg Chauncey -Transport Hovikkära (Savojarnia)

COACH: Jim Conkey 
ASSISTANT COACH: Alex Lubec 
ASSISTANT COACH: Trevor Yates
ASSISTANT COACH: Murray Bravo

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
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by **Pasarga** » Thu Apr 30, 2020 10:33 pm

Choose my goalscorers Y
Godmod Scoring Events Y
RP injuries to my players N
Godmod injuries to my players N
Hand out Yellow cards to my players Y
Hand out Red cards to my players Y
Godmod Other Events Y

Pasarga Roster
Nickname: Wanderers
Ranking: 25th
Most Caps: Mór Császár (196)
Most Goals: Ingþór Auðbjörnsson (124)

Kits

Home Away Third
Modifier: +1

Manager: Meriadoc Griffiths

, age 48
Assistant: Anna Kováts, age 46 (F)

Home Stadium: Stade de Torgos (90,000)

Goalkeepers
GK: Lisístrato Ramírez Alvardo, age 31, Cornellians

GK: Szescõ Mezei, age 24, Hellinic Rouge
GK: Ambrus Galambos, age 29, Stein-los Turkish

The job is definitely Galambos for the time being, all other competition to the number one kit have either aged out of are no longer performing to an international standard. Mezei is someone to keep an eye on but it will be Alvardo will be the one to play should Galambos need to be rested or dropped for whatever reason. Galambos is the taller of the two and that is perhaps the edge, besides having been part of the program for the last three or four years now.

Defenders
LB: Rozalia Sebeôk, age 27, Duke of the North (F)
LB/LW: Deli Ács, age, 26, Directus

CB: Lazar Meier, age 27, Directus

CB: Renata Novaković, age 28, Baskita FC (F)
CB: Laborc Szöllössy, age 26, Spartangrad

CB: Borsala Máté, age 28, Hellinic Rouge (F)
R/CB: Tabor Csikós, age 26, Spartangrad

RB: Mojmira Jović, age 25, Tanrısal (F)

This backline is not one that anyone will be very familar with, as Bader and Berg are both dropped and the entire defensive unit is shuffled up to try and sprice things up, with quick and technically strong players being brought in their stead. Meier and Szöllössy will be the starting pair in the center but don't be surprise if Máté forces her way into the rotation after a stellar domestic season with the Spartans. Jović and Ács will flank them, being the more attacking options to try and get this defensive unit to play to their strengths.

Midfielders

RW: Ildiko Kálmán, age 23, Lujano

(F)
RW: Jan Gersten, age 29, Bastion

AMC: Mária Vöröss, age 26, Royal Canterlot HC

A/MC: Márió Szölösi, age 23, Ulsa

D/MC: Szalyk Földessy, age 26, Crawford City FC

MC: David Schweizer, age 28, Lunas FC
LW: Magdalena Debeljak, age 29, Hellinic Rouge (F)
LW: Pellegrin Csapó, age 23, Marque

Földessy will try to replicate his brother's success and be a major anchor for the team in that more defensive midfield position while Vöröss will get the nod as the more attacking midfielder, to play in the channels and put the through balls on for the strikers and wingers to latch onto. Out on the right the veteran Gerstan will look to use his dynamic playmaking capabilities to its fullest extent while the untested Debeljak will be on the left, which could be a major wildcard with both her and her understand in Pellegrin not having much in the way of experience on this level of play. Szölösi will be the first option off the bench, as he has been pushing for the full starter rather than just being rotated in.

Strikers

AMC/ST: Alexander Jager, age 30, Revolutionaries

ST: Adrián Makai, age 28, North Hall

ST: Nataša Horvat, age 28, Olympia FC

(F)
ST: Júlia Müller, age 27, Rozelle

(F)

Jager is looking for vindication, looking to cast away all of the doubt and shade that had put his way for the last decade, since he took the Young Wanderers' to DBC success. The haunting whispers of him never being good enough or the right person to lead the Wanderers' attack. Even after winning the Cup of Harmony, they still persist, of being a wasted potential. Júlia Müller is exactly the mold of player that the new manager likes, the pacy technical types and has usurped the penalty taking duties. Makai and Horvat are solid, quick options to pull off the bench, though Horvat has the better pedigree of goalscoring to her name.

Formation And Tactics
The new Brenecian manager has come with a positive attitude and look to refine the tactics being used rather than trying to reinventing the wheel. Known for having a preference for pacy players who have a good amount of technical skill, the team will likely be looking to use the creative players in the middle to try and dominate and wear down their opponents. One can fully expect the team to try and win the war of attrition with their pace, stamina, and skill, keeping possession when they can and looking to fly on the counter when their defense gets hemmed in.

Captain: Deli Ács
Corner Taker: Jan Gersten
Set Pieces: Alexander Jager
Penalties: Júlia Müller

by **Banija** » Fri May 01, 2020 11:01 am

OOC: I do sincerely apologize for the size of the images, by the time I realized they were quite so large I was too deep into the RP to have time to edit them!

The New Student Newsletter, International Edition- Welcome to Loyola!

Hello, incoming Blue Thunder of today and future leaders of tomorrow! Congratulations on enrolling to the greatest University in Banija, the multiverse's greatest Mormon institution, and a world-class institution of higher learning- Loyola University! I'm sure you're all excited to come to campus here in Istria in just 2 months time! Loyola University, commonly known as Loyola-Istria, is an institution that is always chasing excellence, and attempting to both continuously set and raise the bar. Achieve greatness, and strive for more greatness.

While integrally wrapped up in this country's history, and while Proudly Mormon, this is a University that praises diversity, both of thought and demographics! Everyone learns best working well with each other, and that is why this University absolutely strives to have a top notch class. You are a member of a select group- 9,182 students are part of this school's freshman class in the fall. 650 of you are getting this newsletter- our largest batch ever of international students.

Of course, many of you await some of the greatest four years of your life, while setting yourself up for a lifetime of success. And now, to get to the meat of this newsletter. OF course, you'll have seen HIST 105/205 as a mandatory freshman class. A History of Banija, or the Honors version. Many of our international students have not had exposure to Banijan history. And that's OK! The University experience is all about the free exchange of ideas, and learning opportunities for things you haven't had a chance to experience.

That is why we write this newsletter- to help get our students up to speed. Today's will be a brief overview of Banijan history, and how this country came to be. It'll just be an overview, but this will just help ensure that you can hit the ground running in your all-important first year of college.

By Dr. Hatabu Jarju
Loyola University Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

Part 1- The Unification Wars

LIke I said, we are going to be giving a brief overview of the history of the country. It'll be split into a couple of parts. Part I of our overview, of course, will be how Banija got the borders that we currently have. Formerly, there were 7 different tribes spread across all of Banija. For the purposes of this exercise, we don't really need to go through all of them- you'll learn about that in class in September. But for the overview, so you understand what you're getting into, we'll talk about the largest one- the Kasanke.

The Kasanke Tribe had been an entity since the year 1215, when Kizza I unified the four original clans living in that area, and defeated a fifth that ended up beating wiped out. Those four clans have an interesting history before 1215, but that won't be relevant for the purposes of your HIST 105 course. He was titled Shujaa, or Chief in Olusanke, of the Kasanke. We'll show you what that meant in real terms. We won't show the tribal map layout(again, you'll learn that in class!) but you'll see where the tribe at the center of our story, the Kasanke, were. The map at what the Kasanke were is below. They, largely, essentially with almost the exact same territory for almost 400 years.

Remember- the part in brown is not one tribe, but controlled variously by 6 other major tribes. For the purposes of this discussion, their borders are not important. But everything changed with the discovery of golden plates. Of course, as some of you may know and some of you may not know, Mormonism in this country started with the discovery of the golden plates, outside Herzegovina City. Church and state have always been very intertwined within this country, of course- it is of little surprise that the country's dominant faith played a domineering role.

In 1614, it is believed that Kirunda Museveni, the brother of the then-Shujaa(Chief) of the Kasanke, discovered golden plates left by God's messenger. The religion was really catching fire in Northwestern Banija when, in 1616, Kabonero III, the then Shujaa of the Kasanke, and the namesake for Istria City FC's stadium, was converted to Mormonism by his brother and God. From then on, the rest of the tribe, across their territory quickly caught on. And that was when we believe he received an edict from God himself- unite this divided land, from the Timurian northern border to the Eastern river.

First, they went West. They were bloody battles, but they took the South Island of the Busoga Islands. Then, they went East. Those were the easier battles- bloodier, than easier. The below map shows exactly what the country looks like after 6 months of fighting. They had won in Lakiska- although they quickly lost the Islands after turning their attention to the East. They, of course, converted many on the way- more details you'll learn about in HIST 105. You'll see what they had left.

It took 14 months to conquer what is in brown, the rest of modern-Day Banija. If you want a more in-depth reading before you arrive for the semester, Read This chapter from the history of our church. It gives a good insight on the final battles to take over what is now Southern Banija, and exactly how bloody and brutal those battles war. But eventually, of course, with God at his back, triumphed. And the country itself was united. In 1618, upon conquering the south, Kabonero III established Busukuma on the ruins of the former city of Mawasha, declaring it the new capitol of a unified Banija, moving it from the previous Kasanke capitol of Istria. And, of course, he named the country Banija, as directed to do so by God's prophet.

And with that, he changed his title. He said while he will 'forever remain Kasanke', his title needed to reflect the New order within Banija. Therefore, he declared the country an Empire, and changed his title from Shujaa of the Kasanke, to Maharaja(Emperor) of the Banijan Empire. It was a title that stuck for 200 years. His ancestors continued the claim on the title for nearly 200 years. But 180 years after his first effort, Banija reached its territorial peak when Akena III, in 1798, finally conquered the Busoga Islands. Which gave us the map below.

Part 2- Colonization to Civil War to Recolonization to Independence

Now, of course, we are going to walk together through the next 100 or so years of Banijan history. Not that detailed a walk, considering you will be taking a class on it soon, but enough to ensure that you are able to hit the ground running once you arrive on campus.

1815, of course, was a pivotal year in Banijan history. That was when Banija was conquered for the first time by a foreign power, the Royal Kingdom of Quebec. Vastly superior technological advancements in Quebec from a Naval and army standpoint made the fighting short, quick, and the loss of relatively little blood- we knew a losing fight when we saw one.

Of course, as it is for any nation that has been colonized, it was a deeply shocking moment. The man who had been Maharaja, Karungu, abdicated from the throne at the time taking himself and his children out of the line of succession. He said it was because of his own 'shame' that he abdicated. Banijans would no longer style themselves with a political title, as Mvemba, his successor, styled himself as 'Pretender', in acknowledgement of no longer having sovereignty.

From there, the next major moment would be 1835. The first negotiated independence. The restoration of the monarchy, declared at the site of the modern-day Stadium of the Restoration. And then, a brutal civil war. Many of the minority tribes revolted, as Sebowa was crowned and re-established the title of Maharaja. You'll learn about the deeper underlying causes of that, in class. As the war reached a peak, the Royal Kingdom of Quebec came back to establish order in a country whose war was descending into chaos and madness. The war ended when, in 1841, Sebowa, his two wives, and his children were captured by his enemies and publicly beheaded.

Sebowa, to this day, is the last Banijan monarch to use the title of Maharaja. He was the last monarch to die in office until World Cup 82, when Albert III was assassinated. And, of course, the second colonization period was much longer. Slightly more hands on. The Mormon Church, alongside Catholic missionaries, established this very University during that period, and Northern Moravica University was founded as well, with the help of the Quebecois Government. That state of affairs existed until 1906, when an independence movement sparked up and Banija was declared independent once again.

You'll learn about other events. You'll learn about the Great War Debates, and you'll learn about the other, perhaps defining moment of modern Banijan history- the Banijan-Equestrian War. That's modern enough history, of course, where I probably don't need to give an overview. It's modern enough where that's mostly covered, not in HIST 105, but in PS 120, Banijan Politics in Atlantian Oceania. Of course, that's an elective, so not all of you will take it- but if you want to learn more about it, go ahead! But the important things to know are this- that war was a massive disaster for Banija, both militarily and politically, and it led to the independence of the Islamic Republic of the Busoga Islands, and Banija's recognition of her sovereignty. And, of course, it happened largely during World Cup 80 Qualifying, if you like to use sports as a reference point.

That leads us, of course, to the map we have today.

Let's skip back though. There's an important thing we didn't bring up- our flag history! Upon independence, the then Pretender, Mugisha I, styled himself as Kabaka(King), and that is the title the Banijan Monarch uses to this day. For many years after that, the country's national flag was changed to the "Flag of Liberation", which had the three stripes of red, black, and green, with the yellow fist of black power at the center. That was the flag preferred by Mugisha I, and it was used by Mugisha I from 1906, all the way to World Cup 78.

It would be Mugisha III that would change the country's flag back to its traditional flag, as you can clearly see for yourself now. The orange, white, and green stripes with the Lion of Judah. The orange, representing the courage of the Banijan people, and the willingness to sacrifice, when necessary, for the greater good. The white, representing our desire for peace and the harmony of the Banijan, as well as Banija's harmony with her neighbors. The green represents the prosperity of the land that God has granted us. And the Lion represents the Royal Family, how it was established by God to rule in Banija.

Well, there you have it! My newsletter to you. Hope you're all ready to come on campus, excel inside and outside of the classroom, and become leaders of tomorrow! Gooo Blue Thunder!

by **Valanora** » Fri May 01, 2020 11:16 pm

From the Offices of the VSC does the Marauder information come

My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers Y
Godmod Scoring Events Y
RP injuries to my players Y (no more than three weeks out)
Godmod injuries to my players N
Hand out Yellow cards to my players Y
Hand out Red cards to my players N
Godmod Other Events Y

What is the name of…

…the five time World Cup champions?
The Eternal Empire -or- Valanora (known prior to World Cup 37 as Elves Security Forces)

...the other nations involved in Valanora?
Sabine and Caddonia, Vyinta, and Dark Templara

…the nation in which this Commonwealth play their home matches?
Elves Security Forces (sometimes ESF in shortphrase)

…people from the Commonwealth?
Vanorians or Vanors

…the person who created this mess?
Elves Security Forces

Style Modifier: +2

Kits

Home Away

Manager
Colin Donaldson

Age: 54
Former Schottia skipper, and assistant boss under Lionel Mah, he is a legendary figure back home. He served his apprenticeship during Schottia’s rise to the top of the World Rankings, and has witnessed success - and the sacrifices required – up close. He’s attack minded, but not gung-ho, and will assess the squad before making a decision. Three years into his tenure, Donaldson has not made good on the promise he made to the VSC to make the Marauders true competitors for titles again. The Eagles Cups will hopefully be a situation where he can rectify the failings of his first three years and get the squad ready for the Qualifiers to come in the Fall.

Assistant Manager
Jens Reiniger

Age: 48
Reiniger was an intelligent defender in his playing days with Crawford City FC and the idea of stepping away from the game after his playing retirement didn't sit well with him. Reiniger believes in strict discipline but in being fair, while also preferring to play a possession based defensive tactic, that takes advantage of the opposition when they overextend. Much was admired about his single-minded approach to playing the 'right way', but his lack of a Plan B sank him in the rough waters of the Nepharim Premiership. The VSC hopes that attitude and defensive prowess would be better utilized in a national team capacity.

Keeper

1 Sean Smørdal, Starling

Age - 32
Sex - M
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 181 lbs
His height, sheer natural athleticism, and profound reflexes have been put to the test both domestically and for the national teams. There are many glimpses of what could be a stand out keeper for the ages but there seems to be a lack of focus to keep that majesty going. Regardless, he has proven to be one of the better keepers in the Marauders recent history and is heads and shoulders above the competition for the number one jersey. If he were to only refine that focus, get more consistent, then the Marauders could lessen their worry about defense and get back to playing the free flowing attacking play that they made famous nearly eighty years ago.

Defenders

4 Iben Fjørtoft, Raynor City United
Age - 32
Sex - F
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 158 lbs
Iben is a quick defender that typically plays on the right side for her the Rockers but can play more centrally if needed to. She is a quiet force that doesn't like to get forward unless she absolutely needs to, preferring to be that agile cover defender that allows the more offensive minded midfielders to get into the attacking area.

6 Eivind Strømmen, Eastal Lunar FC

Age - 31
Sex - M
Height: 6'3"
Weight: 191 lbs
Eivind is a strong and steely defender with a bit of a no nonsense approach to the game and is known for some bone crushing tackles that somehow are always deemed to be clean by officials.

2 Matheo Dybvik, Rozelle

Age - 28
Sex - M
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 164 lbs
Matheo is a smart centerback who has the versatility to both put in crunching tackles and also play it out of the back, perhaps a touch of his heiratage mixed in with his time in Brenecia. Unlike at his club, he will be asked to drift out wide to mark attackers, which is the biggest question mark of his game.

Midfield

8 Nora Kirkhus, Mar Sara FC
Age: 32
Sex - F
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 151 lbs
Nora was one of the first true stars to emerge from the Empire after the elves had all but left for other worlds. A quick and deadly crosser of the ball, she modeled her game a bit after va Drake and it seems only fitting that she is taking his place in the starting eleven after his sudden retirement. Age has yet to catch up to her, though she lacks the same finishing class or threat from a long shot her predecessor does, however she is quite an adequate replacement and more solid when being forced to defend.

7 Yuki Hatsune

, FC Capri
Age - 32
Sex - M
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 147 lbs
This midfielder was born in the Sunrise Islands but came to Valanora at an early age and has really blossomed over the last five or so seasons to a versatile midfielder, though he prefers to play a little further up the pitch in a more attacking role. He's got an accurate shot from long range and can mix it up with most other players in the middle in those fifty-fifty balls, though he would prefer to leave that part of the game to the defenders and more defensive minded midfielders.

10 Laborious Hawk, Bastion

Age - 745
Sex -M
Height: 6'5"
Weight: 213 lbs
Words do not even begin to define his talent, his talent defines words. He was awarded one of the spots that the Vanorians have in the World Cup Hall of Fame, with it being very well deserved, as he has and continues to earn everything he has been given every single day. Hawk simply strives to be the very best footballer, captain, and teammate that there can be, with the hunger for perfection driving him forth on and off the pitch.

5 Jakob Larsen, Unioneers

Age - 28
Sex - M
Height: 6'2"
Weight: 174 lbs
A tall and lanky fellow, but don't let the lithe frame fool you, he is a destroyer through and through and will not think twice about putting in a crunching challenge on you in a fifty-fifty situation. Perhaps due to playing over in Eura, Larsen is a bit more of a physical player than most Vanorians but has that touch of technical class that one has come to expect from a Vanorian midfielder.

3 Simon Kvaal, Pikemouth

Age - 29
Sex - M
Height: 5'10"
Weight: 158 lbs
Truly a masterful maestro out wide, with both the dynamic passing and crossing ability that makes managers salivate and desire his services for their own club. With the departure of most of the elves, now bar Hawk, Kvaal finally has been given his chance to show that he is up to the Vanorian standard and can proudly be adorned in that five star crested kit that he grew up idolizing.

Strikers

9 Mariel Paulsen, Hondo FC
Age - 27
Sex - F
Height: 5'8"
Weight: 139 lbs
Quick, agile, and a real poacher of a striker, one that will hopefully work well in tandem with Møller as they seem to compliment one another quite well on paper. She had a breakthrough domestic campaign with the Owls last season, notching double digit goals and has earned her way into the national team spotlight. Thor is the more proven striker but Paulsen could be a missing ingredient to get the attack moving as a well oiled machine once more.

11 Thor Møller, OAS Royal FC

Age - 28
Sex - M
Height: 5'11"
Weight: 157 lbs
Few wondered if this day would come, but it has come at last as Thor makes good on the promise that so many saw from him as teenager and is into the full national team and among the starting eleven. Stronger than what he appears and reasonably quick enough to get past more bulky defenders, his shot is arguably his best asset with it seemingly a thunderstruck ball with laser guided accuracy, if you believed the fans. Decent enough at the build up play if needed but he does prefer to run at the defense rather than playing with his back to the net.

Subs
13 GK Brynjar Eide, age 34, Ibini FC
23 GK Samuel Nygård, age 32, Soldarian FC
15 L/CB Hans Vold, age 29, Rolalas FC
16 CB Sebastian Sønsteby, age 32, Raynor City United
17 RB Amalie Asghar, age 30, Starling

18 LW Max Bergersen, age 29, Soldarian FC
21 RW Pánfilo Veliz, age 25, FC Capri
20 MC Silje Kleveland, age 28, Soldarian FC (F)
16 MC Sabrina Möller. age 28, FC Capri (F)
22 AMC Marco Grunewald, age 23, Raynor City United
14 ST Sander Aspaas, age 31, Ibini FC
19 ST Amalie Gundersen, age 30, Southfell United

Captain: Laborious Hawk
Set Piece Taker: Laborious Hawk
Penalty Taker: Thor Møller
Right Corner: Nora Kirkhus
Left Corner: Simon Kvaal

by **Electrum** » Sat May 02, 2020 7:11 am

SENSITIVE


The following information is prepared and authorised for The Computator's and High Human Representative Selina Wallace's usage.

We are eternally grateful to The Computator for saving us from ourselves.

We will satisfy your want for more data.

Electrum National Football Team
presented by Electrum Football

General Information
The sentient creatures from the country of Electrum previously took part in a sporting endeavour called football, where the objective is to use feet (the bottom two limbs) to move the ball into the opposing team's netted zone, scoring one goal. The most goals wins the match. The creatures last participated in this form of competition in a tournament called "World Cup 80," before the catastrophe that required The Computator's intervention. The sentient creatures are highly susceptible to tribalism, and would boost morale amongst the creatures. We have procured (imported) overseas creatures from Electrum who were not in the country during the incident, who do not suffer from the effects of the time warp, to lead the tribe. We have also proceeded to appoint the chief strategist and managerial staff without a procurement process in order to maintain continuity and preserve experience. Finally, we have embedded some of our own, from other worlds, to assist the fledgling team. They are not expected to make great success.

Style: 0

Statistical Information

Combined Record: 125-41-77
Current Rankings: Unranked

Coaching Staff
Manager: Lboaisa Akarelm
Assistant Manager: Jemima Bryant
Development Manage: Risa Shigaraki

We have continued to procure the services of strategist and also sentient creature Lboaisa Akarelm. Akarelm is a former native of the nation of Vilita, and who is noted for their remarkable unremarkableness. Akarelm was chosen for a one cycle contract, but the contract was not fulfilled properly by the predecessor team. Given The Computator respects the rule of law, we have decided to not execute the termination clause of the contract due to their inability to manage the tribe during World Cup 80. We will now give them another one cycle contract opportunity to prove their worth. Jemima Bryant is noted for her use of technology in decision making and could prove useful in other capacities for The Computator.

Roster
Starting XI
#1 Ralph Mills - 22 - GK -

Hamilton Sandstorm
#3 Flying Custard of the 5th Dimension - ?? - DF
#5 Bayden Forest - 23 - DF -

Hamilton Sandstorm
#7 Roland McCourtney - 26 - FW -

Grenville Sailors
#9 Sentient Energy Ball (SEB) - ?? - FW
#13 Julius van Buren - 25 - MF -

Grenville Sailors
#15 A big ol' egg-shaped rolling being - ?? - DF
#18 Alan Moore - 29 (c) - DF -

Directus
#20 Nindethana Nindethana (vc) - 24 - MF -

Eastal Lunar
#22 Einarsson, King of the Armoured Bears - ?? - MF
#24 Fog-thing in the shape of a woman - ?? - MF

Substitutes
#4 Elenora Sapper - 18 - DF -

Burnton Bulldogs
#11 David Patterson - 21 - FW -

NextGen
#12 William Stewart - 20 - DF -

University
#14 Deborah Garcia - 19 - MF -

NextGen
#19 Pete Westtcott - 24 - MF -

Ventura Bay
#26 Cindy Torvald - 20 - MF -

Pinkerton FC
#32 Sarah Archer - 23 - GK -

Centralis Heart

Formation
4-4-2
Style: 0

-                First Eleven Formation                -

               McCourtney            Energy Ball

Fog          Einarsson             van Buren          Nindethana

Custard          Forest          Moore            Egg

                          Mills

Kit Information

Kits
Home/Away/GK

Stadium Information

All Electrum home matches will be in Centralis Arena.

RP Permissions
Everything/anything is acceptable can occur to the non-human players. Humans cannot be killed or suffer career ending injuries.

by **Zwangzug** » Sat May 02, 2020 11:51 am

Style: -2

Manager: Brandon Sonnabend. Recently won the league with Bassabook Old Boys. Can be quick to substitute players out after perceived injuries; his critics say he has some double standards and is less willing to let women potentially play through the pain than men. He is also returning to the (1)-4-5-1 after the strikerless formation went out of style.

Goalkeepers:
1. Paige Daunten (La Nueva Avenida, Farfadillis) (f) (first tournament: WC82 Q)
12. Laurel Tinker-Witt (Strathcona Internationals, Kelssek) (f) (first tournament: WC84 Q)
23. Itzhak Canterbury (Spenson Suburbia) (m) (first tournament: Eagles Cup 8)

Defenders:
2. Randall Saitta (Bassabook Old Boys) (m) (7 goals) (first tournament: WC83 Q)
3. Chevanthi Arokiaraj (Namiri Forest) (f) (2 goals) (first tournament: CoH 72) (captain)
4. Sydney Stefred (Arlington City) (f) (2 goals) (first tournament: CoH 74)
5. Kurt Uehara (FC Soessch, Schottia) (m) (1 goal) (first tournament: CoH 74)
13. Allison Levi-Gold (Sporting Esper) (f) (1 goal) (first tournament: WC82 Q)
14. Tova Miovuku (Trebuchet Cham) (f) (1 goal) (first tournament: WC84 Q)
15. Akhil Sibal (Stade Djalenga, Mkabia) (m) (first tournament: WC84 Q)
16. Kausalya Vizirani (Namiri Forest) (f) (first tournament: Eagles Cup 8)

Midfielders:
6. Edwin Cherenkov-Nguyen (Trebuchet Cham) (m) (10 goals) (first tournament: WC83 Q)
7. Joshua Twoni (Arlington City) (m) (18 goals) (first tournament: WC82 Q)
8. Ione Friede (Canbix Muses) (f) (7 goals) (first tournament: WC82 Q)
9. Satenik Banach (Keppal Cosmos) (f) (5 goals) (first tournament: WC82 Q)
10. Jonah McCollins (Bassabook Old Boys) (m) (14 goals) (first tournament: WC83 Q)
17. Riley Kivrin (Arlington City) (f) (first tournament: WC83 Q)
18. Micah Angier (Eintracht Trink) (m) (6 goals) (first tournament: WC82 Q)
19. Sophie Munshi (Namiri Independent) (f) (2 goals) (first tournament: WC83 Q)
20. Amos Noile-Murne (Bassabook Old Boys) (m) (3 goals) (first tournament: WC84 Q)
21. Jaclyn Burkhart (Ephesian FC) (f) (2 goals) (first tournament: WC84 Q)

Forwards:
11. Johan Idmar (Keppal Cosmos) (m) (first tournament: Eagles Cup 8)
22. Gordon Blum (Bassabook Old Boys) (m) (first tournament: Eagles Cup 8)

Numbers 1-11 are the most likely starting eleven, but do whatever.

Stadiums:
MD1 vs Cosumar: ZS^3, Zwischen
MD3 vs Nephara: Stelladome, Fulpog
MD5 vs Turori: Eagles Club, Forbridge

The parliamentary republic of Zwangzug, an antisocial social democracy, has a long and--dare we say it--checkered history. The original national team competed through World Cup (qualifying campaign)s 33 through 42; a successor team participated in 64 through 69. After a hiatus caused by the country's sudden and devastating retreat into isolationism, a temporary recovery was made, and the national league (the 1./) which had emerged with the second iteration of the NT resumed play. Since World Cup 69, their involvement in the international world has been erratic; they won the 6th Eagle's Cup, and also participated in the seventh edition. They also participated in the WC80 cycle but were absent for 81, and re-resumed in 82, qualifying for WC83 and 84.

We finally have up-to-date factbooks with information about our players! And some more in-depth biographies!

Colors: White with black stripes. Or black with white stripes. We go for the basics.

If RPing first, please feel free to name goalscorers, injure, and distribute cards to my players at will! You can also godmod events, though I'd appreciate advance warning if you want to take narrative liberties that I couldn't just as easily do to your team (due to being, e.g., an MT, mostly-human country). Put another way, metaphorical "godmodding" is welcome if clever, but I'd avoid the literal sense.

by **Zwangzug** » Sat May 02, 2020 1:46 pm

The Spenson Star

It's too soon to talk about how things will be seen down the line, of course, but I suspect that when one considers the (1)-4-6-0 in the context of the Zwangzug national team, one will probably jump to Tavish Willow, his assessment of the relatively bleak attacking prospects available in World Cup 83, and then his somewhat-dramatic departure in the middle of the World Cup 84 qualifiers. My mental image of Enitan Maclaurin is of his unexpected return from anonymity in Vilita, aged but insightful, and that of Abigail Chatelenas as using the national job as a springboard to get a more stable position somewhere else. Yours may differ.

Which is a long way of saying, the (1)-4-5-1 is back, and fittingly so, against a young Riena that takes a similar if more attacking-minded approach. Experience--in international play if not this particular arrangement--carried the day, as Zwangzug would score through Edwin Cherenkov-Nguyen and debutant Johan Idmar.

Joshua Twoni was persistent in challenging Kano Uruha, and eventually managed to set up Cherenkov-Nguyen in minute 25. Satenik Banach had a speculative challenge shortly after the second half began, but she was tackled by Hijiri Sakuranami who lacked finesse in scraping up Banach more than the ball. The referee had none of it, and Jaclyn Burkhart took the free kick to set up Idmar's header.

Sonnabend's novelty drew little attention; his opposite number, at age 24, is still older than the entire Riena team, and they will surely be hoping to build on this and other friendly performances at the upcoming Baptism of Fire. For Zwangzug's part, they return to the Eagles Cup, a tournament that has seen a mix of sides and will be familiar to local fans as the platform for their triumph two editions prior.

By virtue of that championship, Zwangzug have been "drawn" with the other previous winners; Turori, Nephara, and Cosumar. After North Sabrefell's relegation from the Nepharim Premiership, Paige Daunten escaped to Farfadillis, where she can expect more ~~stability~~ ~~opportunities for defense~~ people who are good at football, I guess. The Turori matches could feature a showdown between Nubara Moafalia and Burkhart, teammates at Ephesian, though neither is likely to be a starter in general. It could also feature a showdown between Sydney Stefred, if she gets testy about "why the bleep are we seeding these doofuses based on their bleeping success prior to World Cup bleeping Seventeen," and the referee.

by **Kita-Hinode** » Sat May 02, 2020 1:53 pm

HINODEJIN EMPIRE NATIONAL... ROCK N' GOAL FOOTBALL TEAM?
"The Time the Hinodejin chose to send Musicians to Play International Football"

When the Hinodejin received the invitation to play the Eagles Cup, people were rather confused: they already had sent a young team to play at the Campionato Esportiva and they sure as hell wouldn't put their major team to play a friendly competition that didn't exactly cater to their interests, regardless of whatever tradition it had. But because nobody rejects an invitation from a host unless busy with something major (like a war, thank fuck we're not doing that this time), they figured they would at least send someone to play. Then again, you got to admit it's kinda funny seeing some actual powers of the sport squaring off against the bloke who plays drummer for Shoestring Budget.

NUM.	POS.	NAME				AGE	G	BAND (TEAM)					SPECIES
#01	GK	BIGGIE PAWS				27	M	Biggie Paws (Dí Fwhlmyxzsithwczptlyk/RnG1)	Mobian
#02	RB	GANG JI-EUN				19	F	Crazy 88 (Indirectus/RnG1)			Human
#03	CB	BIG GOAT				22	M	Big Goat (Whackford Town/RnG1)			Mobian
#04	CB	Yashiro IMEKAWA				27	M	Shoestring Budget (Telephonetarë/RnG1)		Human
#05	LB	Etsuko MIYAZAKI				23	F	Blind Your Love (Whackford Town/RnG1)		Human
#06	RM	Hinata KATSUNARI			24	F	Trouble Generation (Solitary FC/RnG1)		Human
#07	LM	Yori YOSHIDA				20	M	Shoestring Budget (Telephonetarë/RnG1)		Human
#08	CM	Keiji MATSUNAGA				31	M	Keiji Matsunaga (Cumbia/RnG1)			Human
#09	OM	TWO-PACK SHEEPUR			24	M	Two-Pack Sheepur (Telephonetarë/RnG1)		Mobian
#10	CF	Hoshi KATOU				19	F	Shoestring Budget (Telephonetarë/RnG1)		Human(Captain)
#11	ST	Kei ICHIYAMA				27	M	The W. H. O. of B. H. (Strawberry Jam/RnG1)	Human
#12 to #23	Members of the infamous S-Flower 50 group, a 50-girl Idol Group. They'll be named whenever deemed needed. They all played for Cumbia in the first Rock n' Goal.
--	COACH	SPACE KNUCKLES				30	M	Space Knuckles and the Echidna Crew		Mobian (Style -1)[/b]

RP PERMISSIONS
As you might've noticed, this team is kinda human. Don't kill them nor injure them too much. They're newbies, be nice. No city-destroying either!

by **Recuecn** » Sat May 02, 2020 5:44 pm

Reçueçn IC Info & Roster

Visiting Reçueçn

Reçueçn is a small nation, but it's got a lot to see. If you're visiting for the Eagles Cup, you may want to extend your stay to see the sights. Most travelers to Reçueçn will fly into Reçueçn city. As the capital and biggest city, it will definitely have the flight connection you need. Genève, the nation's second city, will also accommodate you in this regard, if you want to see some other parts of the country before heading to the capital for the Cup's games. If you are travelling from a nearby country, arriving by rail is also a possibility, and many more Reçueçian cities have international rail connections than have international airports.

For travel within the country, taking the train is probably the way to go. Car rentals are fairly expensive, and many cities restrict downtown access to pedestrians and public transport. When travelling through the countryside, you will find that autoroutes have high tolls, and smaller roads are typically wind annoyingly through steep mountain terrain. However, an extensive rail and tunnel network has been built, and taking the train is fairly cheap between most places in the nation. Bus routes also connect most larger towns. Within cities themselves, public transport is always very high quality and usually very affordable or in some cities, even free. During the Eagles Cup, there will be free buses between cities with venues in them. Hopefully these travel tips will enable you to explore the country beyond just the soccer matches.

What to See

Presumably if you're reading this, the main attraction that has brought you to Reçueçn is the Eagles Cup. The games will be played at the stade national in Reçueçn City. But if you want to see a bit more of Reçueçn, consider taking a ride up to a cute alpine village and hiking along a mountain ridge to appreciate the amazing views we have to offer. Or take a swim in a mountain lake and cool off in the shadow of the peaks. If you really are looking to ditch the heat, check out the ice tunnels at the Écho glaciers. Or, if you come back in the winter, you can hit the slopes--they might be nice and empty around now since all our skiers are Olympic athletes and are in Liventia searching for gold!

If the mountains aren't for you, consider visiting our world-famous cheese museum--free samples! Or visit the Genève Cathedral if the culture you're looking for isn't bacteria. Genève, Reçueçn, Zimmerich each have a beautiful downtown historic district worth the walking tour. Check them out if your idea of a good time means wandering through medieval fortifications or strolling down cobbled alleys. If what's up your alley is shopping, then we've got that too--check out Genève's luxury district for high end jewelry, fashion, watches, and more. Exchanging your money should be no problem: the Reçueçian guilder is very stable (it's worth just over 1.20 NSD).

Where to Stay, What to Eat

If you are on the search for the perfect hotel for your stay in Reçueçn, worry not. Plenty of all kinds abound, whether you're looking for the four star experience, or just want to save a buck. If you'd rather have the personal, local touch, then we've still got you covered: a quick look online will reveal plenty of family-owned bed & breakfasts, as well as short-term rentals with people trying to make some money off the empty spare room one night or week at a time. Hostels are also very popular in Reçueçn, and are a great way to stay near the city center for a very low cost.

What'll you have for dinner? Reçueçn's food is what will make you want to come back for another visit. We love our cheeses, and our national specialty is Raclette, melted cheese scraped over small potatoes, cornichons, and salami. Try it at a restaurant where each table is provided with its own small oven so each diner can melt their own. Another local specialty is Tartiflette, essentially a casserole of potatoes, onions, and lardon (thick-cut bacon) served with a slab of, you guessed it, more melted cheese cooked right over it.

If you find yourself in an alpine pasture hankering for a pique-nique, rather than seated at a fine dining establishment, don't worry, cheese is great for a basket-lunch too. Bring along a baguette and a saucisson, and you've got yourself a meal.

No meal in Reçueçn is complete without a glass of wine, and the local product is certainly worth the connoisseur's time. Reçuecian wine varies immensely depending on whether you're south, west, or north of the Alps, so try a few varieties and pick your favorite. If you need a pairing for your meal, it just so happens that everyone you'll meet on the street is a self-proclaimed expert ready with helpful advice. Just don't stop them on their way home for dinner.

Host Venue
Stade National, Reçueçn
Cap. 30,000
The home of the Unicorns, Reçueçn’s national team, Reçueçn’s national stadium is located in the capital of the nation and has hosted every one of the RNFT’s home games. Stade National was never officially named, and so is referred to as “le stade national” simply because that’s what it is—the national stadium. It is the largest stadium in the country and hosted the IAC 8 final a couple years ago.

National Team Information

The Reçuecian National Team is an up-and-coming one, but if it's known for anything, it's probably for the way it suddenly burst onto the international scene with two consecutive IAC medals and world cup qualifications, despite being unranked. It's also a highly defensive team—probably largely due to the influence of Reçueçn FC—the most popular domestic club in Reçueçn plays about as defensive a game as you can imagine. This is balanced out to some extent by the players from other teams with more attacking philosophies, but the league as a whole tends towards defense, and it shows in the national team. Furthermore, Gerauld Firaut, the team's #1 goalie, is the best player on the team by a solid margin—likely the only truly world class player. He and his defense for the foundation for the team as a whole. The team plays in a 4-3-3 formation, but sometimes the wings drop back, almost making it a 4-5-1. In general, the team's strategy and tactics are solid—Jacques Tremblay, the coach, knows his stuff despite his age. The weakness would be the quality of the talent on the team—Reçueçn has not yet had the opportunity to develop or train true world class talent.

The Reçueçian National Team's mascot is the Unicorn; thus another name for the team is "The Unicorns". The fantastical creature has been a symbol of Reçueçn for almost two millennia and is also the national animal, appearing as the supporters in the national coat of arms.

The team's kit represents the colors of the flag in a quite literal fashion. This kit was first one the Unicorns ever wore, dating back to the 59th Baptism of Fire. Today it is unpopular with fans, who think it is old-fashioned, badly designed, and ugly. Although the RNFA secretly admits that the fans are right and aims to replace the kit soon, they tout it as 'traditional' and promote its value as a connection to the team's past.

All time record: 47-26-27

Name               	#	Pos.	Age	Club                 	TGM	Caps	Goals
Coaching Staff
Jacques Tremblay      	M	Manager	72	National Team    	 
Bonheur Relié	       	AM	As.Man.	46	National Team    	 					
Starters
Gerauld Firaut		1	GK	26	Reçueçn FC       	RCN	91	43 clean sheets
Emanuele Cutrona	2	CB	22	Mierton Manatees	TAE	21	2
Paulin Bourguignon	3	LB	23	Stomford 1904          	RCN	22	
Lukas Kayserling	4	CB	22	Herzegovina City FC	BNJ	28	
Oliver Spencer		5	RB	26	Brinemouth       	NPH	98	1
Raoul Lavigne		6	LM	23	Monmouth Park FC	CBP	23	1
Harold Saunders		7	AM	29	Association Genève	RCN	75	10
Maynard Hebron		8	RM	27	Assalto Alpino   	RCN	99	10
Hippolyte Lavigne	9	LW	33	Hawthorne Kickers	XAN	98	15
Frank "Franky" Adams	10	CF	21	Association Genève	RCN	97	45
Freeman Lebo           	11	RW	28	Pelethas United  	COS	93	21
Reserves
Estienne de Chefderue	12	GK	22	FC Harrim         	RCN				
Hagen Groos     	13	SW	25	Reçueçn FC       	RCN		
Jayson Compton        	14	LB	23	Col-de-Môse      	RCN				
Quirino Lucian    	15	CB	23	Ville-sur-Rivière	RCN				
Barnabus Mercer       	16	RB	27	Heldingen 1919  	RCN				
Robert Chéreau  	17	LM	22	FC Zimmerich           	RCN				
Grégoire Leclair	18	DM	30	Dynamo Sjoedrhavn	SVJ	62	4
Quentin Gouin    	19	RM	20	Association Genève	RCN				
Per Tegeler       	20	LW	25	Marketville       	EUR	40	7
Ly Nasser          	21	CF	24	FC Zimmerich    	RCN	42	8
Jean-Baptiste Brochard	22	RW	28	Lampadaires Associés	RCN	36	5
Calanico Di Martino	23	GK	25	Renwyll             	RCN

Do's and Don't's

Do say "Bonjour" to those you pass, if you're in a small town. Don't block the passageway in the metro if you're in the city. Do take your time to enjoy a meal or a conversation in western Reçueçn. Don't be late in eastern Reçueçn. Do greet people with a kiss on each cheek. Don't actually let your lips touch them. Do cheer loudly for your team! Don't insult the Unicorns in front of their fans. Do take a selfie with your head on the block at execution square in downtown Reçueçn. Don't miss out on your visit because you're on your phone the whole time. Do rent a bike and pedal around to see the sights. Don't be unprepared to parallel park if you've rented a car. Do make eye contact during a conversation. Don't stare at people. Do be ready to share gossip with perfect strangers. Don't expect people to open up to you right away. Do keep your hands above the table at dinner. Don't yawn when someone's talking to you. Do offer to help your host with cleaning up. Don't ask for seconds until offered. Do speak your mind and be straightforward.Don't bank on too much personal space.

Do have the time of your life.

Essential Information

RP Permissions
My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers: Yes
Godmod scoring events: Yes
RP injuries to my players: Yes, nothing career-ending
Godmod injuries to my players: Yes
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes
Hand out red cards to my players: Yes, but never
Firaut, Saunders, or Kayserling
Godmod other events: Yes

Style Modifier: -2.75 | Trigram: RCN

Quick Facts
Capital: Reçueçn
Official Languages: French, German, Italian
Non-official Languages: Arpitan
Demonym: Reçuecian
Population: 5,252,000 (regional censuses 1999-2011)
Area: 43,116 sq km
GDP: $340,000,000,000 (2019 Estimate)
Currency: Guilder

All photos taken by me in locations that would be in IC Reçueçn.
All logos and graphics created by me.

Starting XI
1 - GK - Gerauld Firaut
2 - SW - Emanuele Cutrona
3 - LB - Paulin Bourguignon
4 - CB - Lukas Kayserling
5 - RB - Oliver Spencer
6 - LM - Raoul Lavigne
18 - DM - Harold Saunders
8 - RM - Maynard Hebron
9 - LW - Hippolyte Lavigne
10 - CF - Franky Adams
11 - RW - Freeman Lebo

by **Chromatika** » Sun May 03, 2020 1:44 am

Choose my Lineup: No. I will be listing the starting lineup for each match at the end of each RP. You can choose my subs, though.
Choose my goalscorers: Yes
Godmod scoring events: No
RP injuries to my players: Yes, I choose the severity.
Godmod injuries to my players: No
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes, 3 max.
Hand out red cards to my players: Yes, 2 max. Please TG me.
Godmod other events: No

U-25 TEAM ROSTER FOR EAGLE'S CUP VIII

Kits Credit: Kirola, Logo Credit: Vulpine Sportif

All stats as of pre-AOCAF 60
TEAM INFORMATION
WC Record: 138-36-44 (wins/draws/losses), 475 scored, 274 conceded
Overall Record: 176-50-61 (wins/draws/losses), 637 scored, 290 conceded
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Style Modifier: +1.5
Denonym: Chromatik
Nickname: The Anomalies
Venue: Capitalizt Dome, Chromatk City, Chromatika (144,000)

CURRENT TEAM INFORMATION
A valiant effort from the Chromatiks, who needed to survive a Playoff Group Stage to make it to the World Cup Proper. Then... they went 0-0-3, gave up fifteen goals, and crashed out. This led to Silian Parker and Jillian Nier both calling it quits, the recent AOCAF being their last cycle. The Chromatik Football Federation, recently freed from the lawsuits that have plagued it, went and grabbed a foreign Manager for the very first time. This cycle's goals will be very simple - return to the Knockout Rounds of the World Cup.

MANAGEMENT

MANAGER

Konrad Evans, 51 WC Record: 15-3-5 Overall Record: 15-3-5 Debut Cycle: 84
Formerly of Corvette Maulers and Crisisbless United, Konrad Evans is the polar opposite of the Manager that Silian Parker was, being a motivator more than a tactician. Signed to a three-year initial term by the Chromatik Football Federation, Evans has actually been present at all the press conferences. The journalists of Chromatika have been shocked to get to speak to the Manager at all. Evans has been cautiously optimistic yet confident, paying reverence to the importance of Chromatik football to the country, but excited to get back onto the pitch and put the focus on returning to the Knockouts of the World Cup Proper. Having fallen just short of that mark, he has decreed that the AOCAF will now become a U-25 tournament to detail the up and coming stars of Chromatika.

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Katherine Everdeen, 40 Debut Cycle: 84
Formerly an assistant manager and scout for Appleoosa HC in the United League, Katherine Everdeen is a former Equestrian international who earned 26 caps as a forward for the Ponies during her career. Her younger sister, Elaine, has been far more successful as a player, but it has often been said that Katherine had a better approach to the mental side of the game. Everdeen has taken to get to know the players on a first name basis, and with the pair deciding on a fifty-person contingent, there's been a lot of work to do.

TEAM PHYSICIAN

Zoe "Z" Benne, 35 Debut Cycle: 80
After graduating summa cum laude from Chromatik City College University with a degree in Sports Physiology, Zoe, affectionately called "Z" by her peers, worked at the Capitalizt Dome until the CFF came calling. Strikingly beautiful and fit, nobody would question her if she put on the uniform herself and went out on the pitch; her physique definitely belong out there. Smart, calculating, and personable, there were actually some concerns about her becoming a visual distraction to the players, which were shot down quickly by her professionalism and integrity. That being said, the Chromatik locker room will be... a bit more spicy than before. The players have done an admirable job of keeping things professional between them, which has allowed her to perform her duties without a problem. It is hard to believe that the team didn't have a physio for a long time. Now rumored to be dating a now-retired Erika Morningstar - much to the conservative Chromatik media's chagrin - "Z" has really settled into her role.

Records:
Italics indicate still active

Most Caps:
Luuk Aart - 164
Rachel Hellion - 162
Erika Morningstar - 155
Keira Andisori - 151
Meagan Kelly - 143
Alyss Montague - 130
Zlastica Ellen - 127
Gabriella Antonio - 125
Trenn Rien - 123
Sandra Sybill - 122
Lucjusz Stef - 121
Kaytlyn Victoriane - 116
Aysu Damjana - 111
Carrol Liam - 110
Player with under 100 caps not listed

Most Goals:
Keira Andisori - 113
Kaytlyn Victoriane - 75
Gabriella Antonio - 43
Ki Niro - 33
Trenn Rien - 30
Rowena Sierra - 25
Rachel Hellion - 24
Alyss Montague - 23
Beaunia Andisori - 22
Olimpia Vidal - 22
Meagan Kelly - 20
Players with under 20 goals not listed

PLAYERS

GOALKEEPERS
1. Ferret Tioux. 23 |

Sabrefell Athletic | 6 ft 3 in | Caps: 5 Goals Allowed: 6 | Debut Cycle: 84
12. Finn Nichols, 24 |

Tyrysier | 6 ft | Caps: 6 Goals Allowed: 4 | Debut Cycle: 84

RIGHT BACKS
2. Kai Xiao, 23 |

Holdenberg | 6 ft 7 in | Caps: 44 | Debut Cycle: 80
4. Kattie Will, 25 |

Raynor City United | 6 ft 2 in | Caps: 27 | Debut Cycle: 79
14. Theodore Rondeau, 25 |

Franscisca Orient | 5 ft 9 in | Caps: 5 | Debut Cycle: 84
15. Giles Ken, 23 |

AC Holmenkollen | 6 ft 3 in | Caps: 8 | Debut Cycle: 84

LEFT BACKS
5. Jarret Rowles, 24 |

Diamondqueen | 6 ft 4 in | Caps: 6 | Debut Cycle: 84
16. Derron Nocturne, 24 |

Ziemelu Skaida | 6 ft 3 in | Caps: 5 Goals: 1 | Debut Cycle: 84

DEFENSIVE MIDFIELDERS
6. Enigma Armageddon, 23 |

Club Valanora | 6 ft 2 in | Caps: 48 Goals: 11 | Debut Cycle: 80
7. Min-Seok Kim, 23 |

FC Flen | Caps: 9 Goals: 1 | Debut Cycle: 84
17. Kateryna Zuniga, 21 | Unsigned (Chromatik City College University} | 6 ft 2 in | Uncapped | Debut Cycle: AOCAF 60
18. Leysa Burns, 22 | Unsigned | 5 ft 8 in | Uncapped | Debut Cycle: AOCAF 60

RIGHT WINGERS
8. Orianne Marc, 22 | Unsigned | 6 ft 4 in | Uncapped | Debut Cycle: AOCAF 60
19. Augustus Humphreys, 22 | Unsigned | 5 ft 11 in | Uncapped | Debut Cycle: AOCAF 60

ATTACKING MIDFIELDERS
9. Hermaeus Mora, 24 |

Club Stein-los | Caps: 52 Goals: 4 | Debut Cycle: 79
20. Mi-Jung Kim, 23 |

FC Flen | 5 ft 11 in | Caps: 6 Goals: 2 | Debut Cycle: 84

LEFT WINGERS
10. Andréa Croix-Pierre, 23 |

Willox Street Pirates | 6 ft 7 in | Caps: 21 Goals: 6 | Debut Cycle: 80
21. Sylvie Reynolds, 24 |

Cazadores Cathair | 5 ft 5 in | Caps: 38 Goals: 22 | Debut Cycle: 79
22. Kristian Non, 24 |

AFC Rochford | 5 ft 9 in | Caps: 8 Goals: 5 | Debut Cycle: 84

by **Electrum** » Sun May 03, 2020 3:59 am

It felt like nothing had happened. Governor-General Selina Wallace was sitting in her plush, cushioned chair in the middle of her office. Her desk had stacks of seemingly neverending paperwork. Wallace was a middle-aged woman, grey haired and pronounced crows feet, her eyes were framed by her owl-like glasses. She took off her glasses and rubbed her eyes, it was going to be a long morning looking and signing at documents. Of course, she had stayed up late into the previous night receiving the Electrumite national football team which had just landed in Centralis, congratulating them on their Round of 16 finish at the 80th World Cup. She lowered the brightness on her laptop, the harsh glare of the blue light was a bit unbearable right now. Looking at her organiser, she saw three events that she had to do that day, visiting a vineyard, giving a speech at some town, and then a dinner with the football team.

Wallace was just weeks into her one-year term as Governor-General of Electrum -- a ceremonial role with near-unlimited special powers, used only if the most dire of circumstances, when the country needed them. As with her predecessors, her appointment was chosen through sortition from all eligible voters. The majority of her time would have been taken up with meeting so-and-so important person, signing this document, and so forth. Would have.

Wallace blinked and signed the first batch of documents. Wallace was supposed to read each one carefully before signing -- the documents were all about appointing people to government positions, and the approval of regulations -- but she didn't, given that the documents given to the Governor-General were rarely of importance. By the time she got through the first stack, five minutes had elapsed. She looked up at her laptop again (she was a rather impatient woman and was looking forward to be driven to lunch at the vineyard), and noticed that the three events on her organiser program had disappeared. She sat their dumbfounded -- did her secretary clear them in the schedule? Why were there no events that day?

She pushed the button marked "SECRETARY" at her desk panel, which was located next to the "DURESS" button (Wallace had pressed a few times accidentally, much to the chagrin of her security detail who would storm in with guns blazing, surrounding her).

"Gary, why did you clear the --"

"Your Excellency, something seems wrong here," Gary replied quickly. Wallace knew that this was serious, Gary would only call her "Your Excellency" instead of "Ma'am," in formal situations. Gary would certainly not use her formal title if she asked for something over the intercom.

"I just noticed it too. It wasn't me. Ohhhh I see..."

"What's exactly is going on?"

Gary, the secretary just sitting outside of Wallace's office finally understood what was going on. "No, it's there. It seems to be a system glitch with the time, you'll notice we've skipped ahead by several years, I can't do the maths, just re-adjust it back, and your journal should resync with today's schedule."

"Is this some kind of glitch or something?"

"I'll go ask the guys in IT," replied Gary. Gary Mcleod had been the official Governor-General's secretary for five years, and Wallace was his sixth Governor-General that he would work under. "Let me fix it for you." Gary waltzed into the room and stood over Wallace's laptop, and started to adjust the year back to where it was supposed to be. "Now it's fixed, good as new, we leave for the vineyard in an hour. Oh wait, I've just noticed that your desktop photo is a picture of you when you had that acne breakout, here, let me change that into a more suitable photo for you..."

Before Wallace could give her thanks, a holographic screen appeared seemingly out of thin air in front of the two.

"We are The Computator. Four minds that share a singular entity. We come from the fifth dimension. And we've just saved your country from a time loop. You're welcome."

"What the fuck is going on here," screamed Wallace, she leapt for the console, pushing over Gary who was leaning over to her laptop and pressed the "DURESS" button immediately. Gary was shocked at the sudden movement, and then was shocked at the screen that appeared. "I think I'm going to faint..." before he fell in a heap to the floor. A contingent of guards burst through with their guns and shielded the Governor-General from the screen, rolling Gary to the side as they surrounded her, like a meat shield. Try as they might, they couldn't stop the projection from disappearing, and no-one shot through it because there was no point in doing so.

"That is no way to speak to your saviours. Your country's scientists were experimenting with chrons, time particles that interact with the space-time fabric. What they didn't realise is that their three-dimensional math didn't account for the fifth dimensional Mobius surface, which caused the entire country to be stuck in a loop, doing the same thing for the last 4x2fd years. You've been sitting there blinking and signing documents for the past 4x2fe years."

To be continued...

by **Nephara** » Sun May 03, 2020 6:20 am

NEPHARA
World Ranking: 4th
Preferred Formation: 4-4-2
Secondary Formation: 4-3-3
Style Modifier: 0
Home Stadium: The Farham Arena in Sabrefell is reserved for the biggest games, but Nephara is a large enough country that it spreads its matches across the nation.
Kit Supplier: ediraf
Nickname: The Cormorants

Daniella Strauss has preceded over two World Cup campaigns, following up Nephara's worst ever performance with, statistically, its best. So, God knows what to expect from them this Copa. Still, that one brilliant year appears to have lifted the shackles from what looked a systematically jaded, underachieving outfit. Maybe the good Nephara, the one that wins a shitload of trophies, is ready to come out to play for the first time in two decades.

Overall Record
461 wins - 82 draws - 115 losses
1493 scored - 773 conceded

Trophies
Baptism of Fire 51
Cup of Harmony 61
World Cup 74
Eagle's Cup 5
Copa Rushmori 30
5 Campionati Esportiva - 6, 8, 10, 15 and 18
Only the second nation in history to achieve the 'Triple Crown' of WCC titles - represented by three stars on the crest.
Second in footballing ability only to 6PupperFunnerRunnies.

Most Caps
172 - Hadrian Belfast
155 - Elaine Ashdown
150 - Estrella Hawke
143 - Dieter Konoval
141 - Tosca Marlowe
137 - Cathy Stokes
136 - Tanith Rainsford
134 - Michael Brandon
130 - Rowena Strongbow
129 - Adnan Szalai
126 - Anna Shrike, Malachite Scharner
116 - Dale Brightley, Diandra Ballard, Sasha Christener, Penumbra Amokachi
112 - Konrad Gosforth
111 - Calliope Katskalidis
108 - Gerhard Thunder
104 - Rook Cathar
103 - Keith Rowland, Sieglinde Lohengrin
100 - Leona Rafford

Most Goals
91 - Estrella Hawke
65 - Penumbra Amokachi
57 - Gerhard Thunder
55 - Rook Cathar
50 - Elaine Ashdown

Most Clean Sheets
44 - Diandra Ballard (116 caps)
30 - Apostolos Tsattalios (90 caps)
28 - Portia Thrift (78 caps), Kieron Riordan (66 caps)
24 - Reece Coleman (51 caps), Andreas Swoboda (51 caps)

I Give My Opponent Permission To:
=================================
Choose My Goalscorers:        Y*
Godmod Goalscoring Events:    N
Injure Players:               Y**
Godmod Injury Events:         N
Red Card Players:             Y***
Yellow Card Players:          Y
Godmod Other Events:          N
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* Strongbow takes penalties, Moxham and Strongbow share set pieces.
** I'll have the final say on how long the player will be out, but feel free to make them look severe as you want.
*** One per match.

Tactics

As always, the Cormorants play hard and physical on the defensive and quick, broad and ruthless on the attack, especially loving to absorb pressure and hit on the break. Set pieces are also something of a specialty. They usually press hard and try and wear out the opponent, but are willing to sit back if they need to preserve a lead. The fullbacks are expected to overlap with their wingers and provide much of the team's width. The strikers - mostly, anyway - are all very physical and very capable of finishing, pressing high as the first defenders but also striving to get on the end of chances and to finish what the midfield starts. Nepharim play rough, some might even say dirty - but at least it's always honest, and outright cheating isn't tolerated culturally. Well, not unless it wins a REALLY important match.

The Godhead
For home matches, and during international tournaments, Nephara wheels out the 'Godhead', a giant boulder with an eerie resemblance to Gethin Ramsey, first manager of the Cormorants in the modern era and by now long dead. Nepharim have a superstitious streak, and while nobody's saying it is, in fact, the mystic reincarnation of their most iconic leader, nobody's quite not saying it, either. The Godhead is traditionally 'walked' to the stadium by Nepharim ultras using an intricate series of ropes, and often a flare is wedged into its 'mouth' to simulate a smoking cigar.

Staff
Manager - Daniella Strauss - Age 49
Assistant Manager - Monica Brightwater - Age 61
A former striker, Strauss has never done it at a truly big club - but then, the obvious candidates tend to fail for Nephara. Strauss turned a terrible Corvette side into a credible Premiership outfit for a time, and started to revitalise Southfell United before the Cormorants came calling. Unusually for Nepharim, she likes to keep ahold of the ball, but likes to play quick, aggressive football, with a high line choking the opposition. Monica Brightwater has experienced the Peter Principle first-hand, having managed Treason and Eastweald and failed at both. Even so, she offers a steady hand at the tiller to help Strauss implement her philosophy.

Goalkeepers
Core
1 - GK - Hesterine Mercator (

Eastweald) - Age 29 - 48 caps, 22 clean sheets
Narrow-shouldered and rather horse-faced, Mercator carries the hopes of Nephara's future. She's outspoken on and off the pitch, unafraid to give referees and defenders alike a piece of her mind. A sharp, acrobatic shot-stopper, a little weak in the air.

12 - GK - Acatha Feldman (

AFC Corvistone) - Age 29 - Uncapped
Amazing the effect a year can have on a career. Feldman was quietly accepted to be too good to rot in the second tier, got plucked out by the Crows and was everpresent as they fought their way to the top four for the first time in their history. A brilliantly agile shot-stopper, good with her feet in a pinch.

20 - GK - Fasolt Senninger (

Creed United) - Age 25 - 4 caps, 1 clean sheet
Another former Stags backup who had to leave for fresh air, Senninger combines the physique of a shaved bear with balletic reflexes. An excellent, graceful shot-stopper, but lacking in the finer things.

Defenders
2 - RB - Rovena Stride (

AFC Treason) - Age 22 - 11 caps, 1 goal
Stride's surname is apt. She's fast; very fast. She's still raw, and still occasionally slips up in her duties, but she tries to just do the simple things. Just, does all of them at once, racing upfield for overlapping runs to lash in raking low crosses, before tracking back at full speed to put in a crunching sliding tackle.

3 - LB - Marcin Close (

Brinemouth, c) - Age 28 - 72 caps, 2 goals
An athletic fullback who has boundless energy, constantly chasing up the flank and tracking back diligently, a quiet and unremarkable professional of the pitch. With a maturity belying his years, Close just does what is needed. But perhaps that's reductive. One doesn't achieve what he has without the ability to change a game with the right tackle, or the right cross; Close has the pace to follow one up with the other.

5 - CB - Roxelana Thorn (

Revolutionaries) - Age 26 - 65 caps, 1 goal
Tall, decisive and muscular, Thorn throws herself fearlessly into any challenge to keep the ball out of her net. The art of defending - the joy of defending - is not lost, not as long as Thorn is here. She has grown into a truly world-class defender.

6 - CB - Ilyana Brosch (

AFC Corvistone) - Age 27 - 41 caps, 2 goals
A tall, grave figure, with a dense web of tattoos. Brosch doesn't really get angry. She just stares. It's worse, somehow. She's an uncompromising defender who sticks tight to her task, and is growing increasingly confident in possession.

18 - RB - Valeri Longship (

Crisisbless) - Age 26 - 24 caps
Longship's small, unassuming body is inked almost head to toe. A troubled child whose apprenticeship at Morningstar allegedly included bribes from the club to get her a Year 10 certificate, Longship's anger flares up on the field not infrequently. But she's an excellent fullback, particularly on the defensive, forceful in the tackle and never out of position.

19 - LB - Sander Katarec (

Starling) - Age 26 - 20 caps
A coltish, attacking fullback, Katarec excels at dealing damage down the left. Intelligent enough to find the right channels for a run or a pass, Katarec can deal serious damage, and he's sharp enough defensively to cover himself.

22 - CB - Gabriel Lockheed (

AFC Treason) - Age 25 - 10 caps, 1 goal
Lockheed is a powerhouse, someone who was on no lists of future greats until injuries at the Stags thrust him into the firing line and he stood up flawlessly to the task. He combines physicality with intelligence and no small mastery of the dark arts.

Midfielders
4 - HM - Tawny Shone (

Sabrefell Moths) - Age 26 - 60 caps, 6 goals
A true street-scrapper, from the hard part of Sabrefell. That reflects in her play, uncompromising and full-throttle despite her relatively small size, scampering around and committing niggling fouls.and sneaky ankle-taps. She's far more than a destroyer, though, and that becomes clear the moment she glides onto the ball and picks out a perfect pass from range.

7 - RM - Marica Kuepper (

Jungle Strike) - Age 26 - 34 caps, 10 goals
Nepharim wingers do not generally have a reputation for flair - nevertheless, here the mercurial Marica Kuepper is, combining the traditional lightning pace, general bittiness and ability to handle herself in a scrap with the... let's be honest, arrogance required to really like humiliating her markers.

8 - CM - Malachi Chalk (

Falourr) - Age 27 - 32 caps, 6 goals
Make no mistake, Chalk can handle himself in a scrap. He won't start one, but he'll finish one. He's assertive and confident in possession, but more efficient than flashy. His driving runs into the box cause havoc, and he'll be just as decisive at the other end, a true box-to-box man.

11 - LM - Rowena Strongbow (

Directus) - Age 31 - 135 caps, 45 goals
A powerful, old-school Nepharim winger who burst onto the scene a while back and has impressed everyone for club and country. She's got it all - pace, power, professionalism, and pfinal ball. Surely one of the world's best players, having never taken a step back in her career. The first woman to ply her trade in Eura's leagues, she never looked back.

13 - RM - Monako Saroszi (

Ulsa) - Age 28 - 73 caps, 19 goals
A fearless, driving winger, unafraid to get their hands dirty to get back the ball. They exude a quiet confidence that manifests itself on the pitch as flashy, decisive moves, and they're unafraid to take on a shot themselves. Their red card was the catalyst for everything going wrong last cycle. They have some redemption ahead.

15 - HM - Mercurio Kastriot (

Crisisbless) - Age 25 - Uncapped
While Kastriot is a boxy, scrappy bruiser of a man, he's known as one of the Premiership's most progressive, oddly elegant defensive midfielders in possession. He will use any and all tricks to stop the opponent dead in their tracks, and knows just about every way to kill a game.

16 - LM - Morena Deventer (

Brinemouth) - Age 25 - 31 caps, 11 goals
Deventer's got a real sense of mischief about her. She's a trouble-maker, at least on the pitch. Maybe a little off it. But her impish goblin grin conceals a brilliant football intelligence, which brings the best from her considerable technique and pace. Somewhat lightweight, and has a slight tendency to overthink things at this stage.

21 - AM - Chimera Moxham (

Crawford City FC) - Age 27 - 78 caps, 33 goals
Aren't playmakers meant to be classy? Moxham isn't. She's arrogant, but not in an elegant way, she just always believes she knows the right thing to do, on and off the pitch. Perhaps annoyingly, she's usually right. Decision-making can be a bit flaky, but she has the pace, the eye for goal and even the defensive workrate to make up for it.

Forwards
9 - ST - Kurtis Bastable (

Ulsa) - Age 25 - 39 caps, 23 goals
A sturdy figure with a low centre of gravity, immense strength and resilience, a deceptive change of pace and an unerring eye for goal, Bastable has emerged as the natural successor to Estrella Hawke, though he's less versatile in his skillset and better with the ball at his feet.

10 - ST - Aristide Metzger (

AFC Treason) - Age 28 - 56 caps, 27 goals
Metzger has had to be patient, sticking with his hometown club, but has steadily been able to force his foot in the door as Roddy Fraser aged. And, no, he isn't nearly as clinical a goalscorer... yet. He's an all-action forward, with no setting to dial down the tempo. Plays hard and fast, and prefers power over placement.

14 - ST - Kurtis Laiota (

Crisisbless) - Age 28 - 9 caps, 3 goals
Laiota is a thug, bluntly, and an unapologetic one at that. He's never happier than when sent to wade into melee with some muscular defenders and wrestle them out of formation. He's vicious, dirty and spiteful. He occasionally scores goals, too, but those are a bonus as much as anything.

17 - ST - Voska Avetisyan (

Cornellians) - Age 22 - Uncapped
This... this is a sneaky one. Avetisyan's never been to mainland Nephara in her life. But like many Iskandrians, there's mainlander blood somewhere, and it's easy to get dual citizenship. And it's amazing how quickly you can get papers if you're a tall, powerful battering ram of a striker.

23 - ST - Konrad Lovelace (

Starling) - Age 23 - 8 caps, 2 goals
'The new Estrella Hawke', according to excitable headlines that don't pay attention to anything that matters. They're both from Starling, they're both strikers, they're both athletic, they're both good. Thus far, Lovelace lacks a real dimension besides blistering pace, football intelligence and a ruthless finish - and also lacks a right boot. But he can still do the damage.

ABBREVIATED ROSTER
Goalkeepers: 1 - Hesterine Mercator (Eastweald, COS), 12 - Acatha Feldman (AFC Corvistone), 20 - Fasolt Senninger (Creed United)
Defenders: 2 - Rovena Stride (AFC Treason), 3 - Marcin Close (Brinemouth, c), 5 - Roxelana Thorn (Revolutionaries, EUR), 6 - Ilyana Brosch (Brinemouth), 18 - Valeri Longship (Crisisbless), 19 - Sander Katarec (Starling), 22 - Gabriel Lockheed (AFC Treason)
Midfielders: 4 - Tawny Shone (Sabrefell Moths), 7 - Marica Kuepper (Jungle Strike, VIL), 8 - Malachi Chalk (Falourr, EUR), 11 - Rowena Strongbow (Directus, EUR), 13 - Monako Saroszi (Ulsa, EUR), 15 - Mercurio Kastriot (Crisisbless), 16 - Morena Deventer (Brinemouth), 21 - Chimera Moxham (Crawford City FC, COS)
Forwards: 9 - Kurtis Bastable (Ulsa, EUR), 10 - Aristide Metzger (AFC Treason), 14 - Kurtis Laiota (Crisisbless), 17 - Voska Avetisyan (Cornellians, SCT), 23 - Konrad Lovelace (Starling)

by **Brenecia** » Sun May 03, 2020 6:22 am

BRENECIA
World Ranking: Not Bad
Preferred Formation: 4-3-3
Backup Formations: 4-2-3-1
Style Modifier: 0
Home Stadium: Kingsgarden - a 58,000 all-seater in the capital of Rozelle.
Kit Supplier: ediraf
Nickname: the Patriots

"We've picked a young, vibrant squad," says Brelk-Xeral.
"We've got one eye on the future," says Brelk-Xeral.
So the current batch are shit and it's another transitional year.

Honours
Campionato Esportiva 14, 17, 19, 22 and 25 champions.
World Cup 80 champions.
Casaran round participation award.

Overall Record
337 wins - 104 draws - 121 losses
1088 scored - 659 conceded

Most Caps
187 - Mathis Woodgate
162 - Catherine Gryphon
157 - Catherine Purrington
126 - Orson Faulkner, Anaximander Scrivener
121 - Miriam Spitfire, Squire Trevelyan
119 - Ursula Rankin
118 - Gethin Quill
117 - Sam Allbeck
112 - Isadora Cullen
108 - Brandon Duguid
103 - Roisin Carroll
100 - Elsie Drover, Niko Szubanski

Most Goals
67 - Ursula Rankin
50 - Catherine Purrington
48 - Cheney Scherzer
39 - Squire Trevelyan
38 - Brad Kuepper, Griffin Riordan

First Team and Tactics

Pace, pace and pace. Brelk-Xeral's mantra isn't hard to understand. They have their side set up to overwhelm opponents with a high press, crowding them with bodies and it's impressive how well-drilled they are considering the limited amount of time international teams get on the training ground. It might be overly simplistic to say they just harry opponents into mistakes and capitalise, but... God, they are good at that. Wheeler, their lethal wingers and the overlapping runs from the fullbacks are relied upon to break down parked buses, as well as the bulk of their centre-halves from set pieces.

I Give My Opponent Permission To:
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Choose My Goalscorers:        Y*
Godmod Goalscoring Events:    N
Injure Players:               Y**
Godmod Injury Events:         N
Red Card Players:             Y***
Yellow Card Players:          Y
Godmod Other Events:          N
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* Wheeler takes most free-kicks and corners, Cheney takes penalties
** I'll have the final say on severity.
*** One per match without prior agreement.

Staff
Manager - Brelk-Xeral Erv (QUS) - Age 47
Asst. Manager - Jess Curtin - Age 44

Brelk-Xeral is a visionary. The canny Qusmo is a strong tactician with a forthrightness that gets things done, and their appreciation for open, attacking football meshes nicely with the Southern school of Brenecian football. They favour a solid, trusted core of talent, like Jim Reid - unlike Jim Reid, they are ruthless when it comes to removing players who can no longer pull their weight. The astute former international midfielder Jess Curtin offers the local touch as assistant, having survived the change in regime.

Goalkeepers
Core
1 - GK - Cass Farrell (

Northern Union) - Age 28 - 34 caps, 8 clean sheets
Raw-boned and confident, perhaps to a fault; Farrell worked hard on the training pitch to beat the errors out of her game, and it seems to have paid off. She's an excellent keeper in the Mathis Woodgate mould. Not really a sweeper, not great with the ball at her feet, accurate long distribution, and a near-unparalleled shot-stopper.

12 - GK - Opal Cairncross (

Marketville) - Age 27 - 5 caps
A hard worker with high ambitions, Cairncross overcame the fatal flaw of not being especially tall or broad to succeed as a goalkeeper in Eura when she hadn't in Brenecia. Faintly bizarre, but she's a skilled and hardened shot-stopper with her sights set high.

20 - GK - Scathach Wright (

Raynor City United) - Age 24 - Uncapped
An energetic and zealous sweeper, an acrobatic shot-stopper, an inspired distributor - Wright does a lot, and occasionally will make an error, but that's worth it. She is set for the very, very top.

Defenders
2 - RB - Caithe Shepherd (

Northern Stallions) - Age 22 - Uncapped
Quick feet, big future.

3 - LB - Deimne Watermark (

Northern Stallions) - Age 22 - Uncapped
Watermark is a sharp young defender, but his main claim to fame is once throwing up hungover during an A-League match the Stallions lost 8-0 as they claimed the title regardless.

5 - CB - Garrett Horgan (

Northern Union) - Age 30 - 44 caps, 8 goals
A brawny enforcer who doesn't mind putting a bit of stick about. Horgan was one of Union's youth products at the time of their fall from grace; he had to put up with being shopped around on loan until his hometown club got back to the second tier, and ever since his return, he's helped them from that ignominy to a Champions Cup final. But he's the same bouncer as ever.

6 - CB - Keane Mathers (

Northern Stallions) - Age 27 - 35 caps, 3 goals
Mathers is a shaved bear. That's pretty useful in a centre-half. He's clean on the ball, even relatively clean off it, knowing how to stay on the right side of the referee as he gently but firmly escorts his charges off to the edges. Unbeatable in the air, and even relatively not slow despite his bulk.

18 - RB - Sorcha Lonergan (

Northern Union) - Age 24 - 13 caps, 1 goal
Lightning-quick, Lonergan's attacking play could use work but she's already a resolute defender with an excellent mentality and a hunger to learn. She's tireless and energetic, and her concentration never slips.

19 - LB - Morwen Prentice (

Farrenton Athletic) - Age 26 - 43 caps, 1 goal
A lean, elegant fullback, comfortable with the ball at her feet. Her confidence and technique will take her far if she can sharpen up defensively, but she isn't young anymore and needs to take that next step in her career.

22 - CB - Finn Leadbetter (

Holdenberg) - Age 22 - Uncapped
A colossal defender who loves to put a bit of stick about. The art of defending and the joy of defending remain alive whenever Leadbetter is on the pitch. His destiny is to rise high.

Midfielders
4 - DM - Finn Townsend (

North Hall) - Age 25 - 6 caps
A pure destroyer, with youth and verve to burn. Is a game really complete without a caution? Oh, Townsend is nothing but dirt - and the occasional rocket at goal. There's definitely scope to develop further, but he can do a very straightforward job as things stand.

8 - CM - Elysse Matheson (

Hornchurch, c) - Age 26 - 58 caps, 16 goals
A pacy, frictionless midfielder, Matheson passed up the chance to develop at high-flying Rozelle to slum it at Hornchurch, doing the hard yards in Eura. It's already brought out a new dimension in her. She's not a passing playmaker, but a driving force from midfield, eager to make a mark on the edges of the box.

13 - CM - Corby Wheeler (

Ramusok United) - Age 28 - 96 caps, 31 goals
A sharp, ambitious midfielder who is constantly darting in and about the danger zone. Has a great vision and a passing range that doesn't quite match it, and can fade out of games, but as a mercurial game-changer she's without equal in the side. After being a major culprit in Reid's downfall, Wheeler's had a new lease of life after the change in management.

14 - CM - Esther Caitiff (

Southern Star) - Age 22 - Uncapped
Expert at deft touches and ankle-taps.

21 - CM - Riona Parker (

Galatica) - Age 26 - 17 caps, 2 goals
A lithe, diligent playmaker, Parker has a street footballer's talent for a clever first touch, an egotist's penchant for long shots and her own penchant for cheating. If anyone on the team is going to totally feign contact and dive, it's her. By all accounts, a far nicer person off the pitch than on it.

23 - DM - Ronan Fallon (

Newrook City) - Age 26 - 13 caps
Fallon loves to defend, and properly get stuck into opponents. There is nothing subtle about his style, and he'll never go missing on the pitch. Well, unless he's sent off, of which there is a non-zero risk. He knows his ability on the ball is limited and doesn't try to overstretch it.

Forwards
7 - RW - Lauren Cheney (

Spartangrad) - Age 25 - 55 caps, 18 goals
Much of the hope for the Brenecian future hangs on Cheney's broad shoulders. A street footballer at her heart, Cheney has a very un-Brenecian ego problem, and expresses it in very Brenecian passive-aggression and a need to work harder and better than anyone and everyone around her. Fast, tough, and with an eye for goal.

9 - ST - Mhacha White (

Farrenton Athletic) - Age 20 - 3 caps, 1 goal
Like Ursula Rankin, White made her way through FC Endeavour's overclocked reserves program, the Centre for Excellence before seeking regular minutes elsewhere; like Ursula Rankin, she's a boxy poacher with a quick switch of pace and a great eye for turning. But she's tall. And might actually have a few more strings to her bow, too. She's raw right now, but in the future...

10 - ST - Kara Ciogach (

Lajuno) - Age 27 - 47 caps, 28 goals
The shining new hope of Brenecia's strikers, Ciogach is, typically, Schottic. She even won a couple of caps for them. Nevertheless, here she is. She's ambitious, strong despite a lithe physique, fast as hell, and able to finish with either foot or the head. Without really meaning to, she's become the talisman of the team.

11 - LW - Tricia Pace (

Northern Union) - Age 22 - Uncapped
It's all in the name, hon.

15 - RW - Nuada Speaker (

North Hall) - Age 22 - Uncapped
Straightforward and orthodox.

16 - LW - Ceridwen Fletcher (

Holdenberg) - Age 24 - 41 caps, 9 goals
It's hard not to couch Fletcher as Cheney's opposite; a tall, elegant Northerner, less versatile or direct but with a peach of a left boot that can be rapier or sledgehammer, depending on what's required. Her potential is immense, and there's every sign she'll fulfil it.

17 - ST - Creidne Lindauer (

Cazadores Cathair) - Age 26 - 15 caps, 9 goals
Lindauer isn't versatile. She's very quick, very clever, and she's a very good finisher. Despite some people almost hoping for the unglamorous, outspoken forward to get found out for her hometown club, it's yet to happen, and she's flourished sufficiently to become an impact option for the Patriots.

ABBREVIATED ROSTER
Goalkeepers: 1 - Cass Farrell (Northern Union), 12 - Opal Cairncross (Marketville, EUR), 20 - Scathach Wright (Raynor City United, VAL)
Defenders: 2 - Caithe Shepherd (Northern Stallions), 3 - Deimne Watermark (Northern Stallions), 5 - Garrett Horgan (Northern Union), 6 - Keane Mathers (Northern Stallions), 18 - Sorcha Lonergan (Northern Union), 19 - Morwen Prentice (Farrenton Athletic, EUR), 22 - Finn Leadbetter (Holdenberg, EUR)
Midfielders: 4 - Finn Townsend (North Hall), 8 - Elysse Matheson (Hornchurch, EUR), 13 - Corby Wheeler (Goldstaff City, COS), 14 - Esther Caitiff (Southern Star), 21 - Riona Parker (Galatica, PAS), 23 - Ronan Fallon (Newrook City, NPH)
Forwards: 7 - Lauren Cheney (Spartangrad, EUR), 9 - Mhacha White (Farrenton Athletic, EUR), 10 - Kara Ciogach (Lajuno, EUR), 11 - Tricia Pace (Northern Union), 15 - Nuada Speaker (North Hall), 16 - Ceridwen Fletcher (Holdenberg, EUR), 17 - Creidne Lindauer (Cazadores Cathair, AUD)

by **Farfadillis** » Sun May 03, 2020 11:37 am

The Freisan Farf Freitball Francitian hereby presents the Farf roster for the 8th Edition of the Eagle's Cup
Nation Name: The Oulandish Lands of Farfadillis
Demonym: Farf (plural Farves)
Team Nickname: la Vherderoja
Honours: World Cup 84 and AOCAF Cups 43, 48 and 57

Kits
Provided by ediraf

STYLE MODIFIER: +5

For the Eagle's Cup, the FFFF has decided to limit the pool of players to amateur players aged 17-23, with at least three coming from each major nation in Farfadillis. The FFFF hopes that a couple of good young prospects, who would've otherwise flown under the radar, hit the ground running thanks to this project. It is unlikely.

STAFF
Manager: Pamela Scott

Assistant Manager: Rob Lundstrom

GOALKEEPERS
#1 - Géza Gaudin - GK - Age 18 - Szoirsia
#12 - Rübéãn Êrbârrângâís - GK - Age 19 - Rülândéá
#23 - Lajos Erdéli - GK - Age 18 - Szoirsia

Who are these guys?

DEFENDERS
#2 - Vukmir Poparić - LB - Age 20 - Kruviš
#4 - Ecésar der Efer - CB - Age 17 - Ferdullaele
#6 - Sofronio Anadon - RB - Age 18 - Farolera
#14 - Tohomas Jihotes - LB - Age 22 - Induja
#15 - Damir Jestrović - CB - Age 20 - Kruviš
#16 - Kajirís Miholiskas - RB - Age 21 - Induja

Who are these guys?

MIDFIELDERS
#3 - Lőrensz Ziczi - CM - Age 17 - Szoirsia
#5 - Eslejes Aljojí - CM - Age 21 - Induja
#8 - Tobias Engdahl - TK - Age 17 - Fröndt
#10 - Àlfôn Rönâeré - LW - Age 19 - Rülândéá
#11 - Lôrénsé Çêmîjìo - RW - Age 18 - Rülândéá
#13 - Onder Torre - CM - Age 22 - Ferdullaele
#17 - Remigio Exinia - CM - Age 23 - Farolera
#19 - Berrhemengar Cisícre - TK - Age 18 - Ferdullaele
#20 - Teobaldo Chaveco - LW - Age 21 - Farolera
#21 - Elmeri Puhakka - RW - Age 19 - Fröndt

Who are these guys?

STRIKERS
#7 - Samahuhe Axjos - ST - Age 18 - Induja
#9 - Mâxímö Álbárrâó - ST - Age 20 - Rülândéá
#18 - Nenad Jelić - ST - Age 20 - Kruviš
#22 - Mikael Ernman - ST - Age 21 - Fröndt

Who are these guys?

Captain: Ecésar der Efer
Vice-captain: Vukmir Poparić
Penalty taker: Samahuhe Axjos
Corner kick takers: Lôrénsé Çêmîjìo (left inswinging) and Àlfôn Rönâeré (right inswinging)
Free kick taker: Lőrensz Ziczi
Best players: Lôrénsé Çêmîjìo, Ecésar der Efer and Lőrensz Ziczi

by **Valanora** » Sun May 03, 2020 2:22 pm

The Eternal Empire - A Case Study

Vanorian Arrosia

The unofficial flag of Arrosia

Arrosia, the name given to the continent that the realm of Valanora inhabits. By Vanorian accounts, there were no other peoples who had settled in the lands that would later make up the homeland of the Eternal Empire, with the seven elves who would go on to found the beginnings of the Eternal Empire supposedly being the first peoples on the land. Where those elves came from and how they got to Arrosia remain a mystery to this day, even if supposed supernatural evidence would suggest that they came from other dimension, there is little scientific fact to back up such claims. Regardless, those seven elves arrived in Arrosia and traversed its great expanse for some time before settling down at a spot where they found a white tree with golden fruit, what had supposedly been a prophecy they were fulfilling.

Original borders of Valanora

Nearly twenty thousand years later, Arrosia is inhabited completely by the Eternal Empire, with a diverse population that occupies its borders. The nomadic tribes of the Dark Templara set up temporary residences in the northern half of the continent but move from time to time and never truly settle down, though they have sworn their allegiance to the Empire. There is also a substantial amount of dwarves who live in the mountain ranges in the center of the continent, the central mountain being aptly named The Spine of Arrosia, which had initially made up the northeastern border of the early Vanorian kingdom. A much smaller population of peoples in those mountain ranges are what the Elves called dragonkin, humanoid bidels who had many dragon-like characteristics, with these people saying they are from a dragon lineage. Their numbers are few but they are known for having near perfect memory, extraordinary strength, and a variety of differing "breath" effects.

However the largest part of the population is now made up of humans, the lesser lived kin of elvenkind, though whose brevity leads to a great deal of ambition and gusto leads to a varied existence among its populace, a populace that makes up most the known nations and worlds that the elves know of. Of the elves, where once there numbers were in the tens of millions, it is now in the tens of thousands and while they hold sway, they no longer can assert total domination of the Empire. All the same, the different peoples of the continent coexist and cooperate for the good of the nation, even if the dragonkin are more secluded than the rest of the population. Where once it was just the Vanorian flag that flew in front of the government and public buildings on the continent, with the expansion of the Empire from just the continent, a second flag can often be seen flying just below the Vanorian flag, a flag made by someone in Mertagne, though no one remembers if they did so of their own volition or if they were commissioned for the work.

Vyinta
The island state of Vyinta was once a colony then turned protectorate of the Elves of Valanora. Unlike mainland Arrosia, the majority of the population of Vyinta has always been human, as the elves had originally found a small human population on the island when they settled on the island. After several decades of existing as a protectorate, as the Elves withdrew their colonization efforts upon the discovery of indigenous population, the island was formally incorporated into the Empire and is often seen by outsiders as merely an extension of Arrosia itself. However the people on the island are very proud of their heritage and make a big distinction of being Vyintanese rather than from the continent, even if their loyalty to the Empire itself is as solid as the very stones that make up their island.

Sabine and Caddonia
The combined states of Sabine and Caddonia were originally the states of Vephrall and Kura-Pelland, whom upon the collapse of their governments, the Empire sent in peacekeeping forces to keep the people and land maintained. While the population and settlements changed with the fright of governmental collapse, eventually the people of the lands calmed themselves and began to live their lives normally once more. After nearly a century of being a protectorate of the Empire, the states were incorporated formally into the Empire six years ago when a citizen from Sabine and Caddonia was elected to the Emperor position, following the disappearance of Tobias Raynor and the majority of the elven population of the Empire. While the integration of subcontinent and its surrounding islands are still going a bit slow, little steps have been made to truly begin the nations into the fold. Its population is entirely human, barring a handful of elves who had been serving as peacekeeping forces for the region prior to the incorporation of the states into the Empire as a whole.

Modern borders of The Eternal Empire

by **Pasarga** » Sun May 03, 2020 3:14 pm

Who are the Pariis?

Original Map of Rushmore

Map of Pasarga

There was a time not that long ago that if you stopped any Pasargan citizen and asked them who the Pariss were and why they were important in the Pasargan history, the odds were that they would have the answer in full and be quite proud of that fact. However time has a way of erasing the edges of history and culture, of what is meaningful and why, details being misremembered or misquoted or merely forgotten. That is the case now, where most citizens of the dual islands and of Rushmore in general could not answer the very basic question of "Who are the Pariis?". The answer of course is one that is complex and yet simple all in the same stroke, for the the Pariis are Pasargans themselves and Pasargans are the Pariis. The name arrives from the old lands from which the Pasargan people first inhabited nearly a thousand years ago before their sojourn into these lands that would later be called Rushmore as a collective region, for it is derived from the name Persia and that the Pariis were those citizens that were fleeing the nation as it fell into ruin from both internal strife and foreign invaders.

The lands of Persia are lost to modern scholars, with some suggesting that the lands themselves have sunk beneath the waves like that of the ancient story of Atlantis in RLStates, however no evidence of such has ever been produced to back up that theory. According to the tales of the Pariis, they had sailed for at least six months, if not more, hundreds of ships containing all those who dared to dream that they could one day reestablish their empire to its former glory. Thousands, perhaps even tens of thousands of souls were aboard those vessels and after months out at sea, they came upon the islands of Pargis and Peynol, names that the Pariis later gave to the islands. With the island of Pargis resembling a crescent moon by the cartographers among them, those who were the leaders of these people held a conference and decided that the symbolism that was associated with their former empire and the shape of this new island lead them to believe that this was the proper place to settle down. With a pair of resource rich islands, with vast amounts of minerals and gems in the mountains of Pargis, there was plenty of reason to believe that a rich and powerful nation could be established here.

The majority of the ships decided to make for the shores of Pargis, while a few dozen instead chose to move to Peynol, establishing a large port in the northwesternly tip of the island, where the land started to curve in to establish a natural harbor and a defensible position should there have been invaders or raiders that the settlers would have to deal with. It was a rough first two years for the settler of the islands, as they had to acclimatize to a new enviornment, as well having nearly exhausted the majority of their food stores in the voyage from their previous lands to this new beginning that they were undertaking. Luckily for the group, Peynol had very rich soil and the settlers there were able to produce enough food for both of the settlements to feed their population, though it was rationed quite heavily to ensure that it would last. However two years into their colonization, things started to take a turn for the better as miners on Pargis had struck rich veins of both gold and iron and soon the merchants were out on the water looking to gather wealth and resources from whoever else was in these waters.

It did not take long for a new identity to emerge from these settlers, casting aside their old identities as Persians or even the Pariis and they had come to call their islands the state of Pasarga. However there was a reverence for these former identities, particularly for the Pariis, it was a difficult journey that they had to endure and that they had come this far was a testament to how strong their spirit was. While it was time for them to forge their own way ahead, there was also time to respect that which they had done before. And so the Pariis became the Pasargans and the Pasargans became the Pariis, the two are the same and the very people who founded the nation of the dual islands.

by **Eagles Club** » Sun May 03, 2020 10:41 pm

Host Note:

The schedule has been updated and MD1 will begin Monday evening approx 20 hours from this post! Good Luck all!

by **Equestrian States** » Mon May 04, 2020 5:15 pm

The Pony Principality of Equestria
National Hoofball Team - Eagles Cup VIII Roster

Quick Facts

KPB Ranking: 8th (40.51 pts.)
Style Modifier: +1.25
Nickname: The Ponies
Association: The Hoofball Association (HA)
Confederation: Atlantian Oceania (AOCAF)
All-Time Record: 396-130-103 (0-0-0 at Eagles Cup VIII)
Major Achievements: Champions (World Cup 83, AOCAF Cup 58, AOCAF Cup 59); Fourth Place (AOCAF Cup 57); Quarterfinals (World Cup 80, World Cup 81, Cup of Harmony 71, AOCAF Cup 55, AOCAF Cup 60); Round of 16 (World Cup 67, World Cup 70, World Cup 72, World Cup 82, World Cup 84, Cup of Harmony 51, Cup of Harmony 53, Cup of Harmony 60, AOCAF Cup 56); Qualified (World Cup 64, World Cup 65, World Cup 66, World Cup 71, World Cup 73, Cup of Harmony 52, Cup of Harmony 54, Cup of Harmony 55)

Team Uniforms

Home - Away - Reverse

The national team receives its kits from two different companies, though the design for each is the same. Kits for the humanoid players (see above) are provided by Kirola Sportswear of Audioslavia, while those for equine and other non-humanoid players are provided by Generosity Sporting Equipment. The traditional Ponies kit is modeled after the national flag: royal purple with a sunrise orange sash; while goalkeepers typically wear a powder blue shirt with a white sash, inspired by the Regal Sisters' royal banner.

Current Squad

The following 23 players were called up for Eagles Cup VIII:

Goalkeepers
GK - #1 - Gentle Breeze (Pegasus - Female) - 34 y/o -

AC Izotz Zubia (National League Division 1) - -VC-
GK - #24 - Silver Charm (Pegasus - Female) - 27 y/o -

Zoloroni Metropolitan (Mercedinian Premier League)
GK - #21 - Marilyn Peterson (Human - Female) - 30 y/o -

Jhanna City (Liga Starblaydia)

Defenders
LB - #12 - Brix Hamilton (Human - Female) - 34 y/o -

Sabrefell Moths (NFA Premiership) - -VC-
CB - #4 - Rumble (Pegasus - Male) - 28 y/o -

Cloudsdale Flyers (UHA United League)
CB - #2 - Ironhoof (Unicorn - Male) - 24 y/o -

Royal Canterlot HC (UHA United League)
RB - #3 - Krysia Bailey (Human - Female) - 29 y/o -

Avendia Leal (FARF Freitball Ligá)
LB - #23 - Nightshade (Bat Pony - Female) - 24 y/o -

Oldem Knights (Apox National League)
CB - #20 - Arctic Lily (Crystal Pony - Female) - 32 y/o -

Ponyville United (UHA United League)
RB - #14 - Sunlight (Unicorn - Female) - 29 y/o -

Ponyville United (UHA United League)

Midfielders
CM - #25 - Aarón Aiza (Human - Male) - 32 y/o -

Hondo FC (Vanorian Premiership)
CM - #16 - Luminesce (Unicorn - Female) - 26 y/o -

Ramusok United (FSF Härlighet Ligan)
LM - #17 - Rosie Tyler (Human - Female) - 30 y/o -

Herzegovina City FC (Banijan Soccer League)
AM - #9 - Rainbow Blitz (Pegasus - Male) - 34 y/o -

Makosile United (V-League Stellar Division) - -C-
RM - #5 - Apple Cobbler (Earth Pony - Female) - 28 y/o -

Jungle Strike FC (V-League Stellar Division)
CM - #30 - Lunar Shadow (Bat Pony - Female) - 27 y/o -

Eastal Lunar (V-League Stellar Division)
CM - #8 - Sunny Day (Unicorn - Female) - 21 y/o -

Royal Canterlot HC (UHA United League)
AM - #33 - Indigo Zap (Pegasus - Female) - 22 y/o -

Cloudsdale Flyers (UHA United League)
RM - #60 - Sugar Wing (Pegasus - Female) - 22 y/o -

AFC Hosingr (MNL Premier Division)

Forwards
ST - #10 - Pristina Shine (Unicorn - Female) - 32 y/o -

1830 Cathair FC (National League Division 1)
ST - #7 - Rosewing (Pegasus - Female) - 30 y/o -

Shamrock Cathair (National League Division 1)
ST - #26 - Decima (Sphinx - Female) - 26 y/o -

Vidial Alchemists (MNL Premier Division)
ST - #13 - Midnight Strike (Bat Pony - Male) - 25 y/o -

Jungle Strike FC (V-League Stellar Division)

Manager & Staff

Appointed as manager of the national team before the 70th World Cup by the Hoofball Association, after Twilight Striker's resignation in the wake of a disastrous World Cup 69 campaign, Pearly White has since overseen Equestria's ascent to a hoofballing power and the realization of the Ponies' greatest ambitions. Her steady hoof has guided the Ponies to glory, and her recent induction into the World Cup Hall of Fame has cemented her status as a legendary figure in Equestrian hoofball history, despite her relatively young age. Pearly White's assistant, and current manager of the Whitetail Foresters, Dreamy Skies also remains with the Equestrian national team, at least for now, although rumors that the longtime Ponies assistant will be tapped for the top job by another association have only intensified after Equestria's World Cup 83 victory. Meanwhile, former national team midfielder Starlight Sparkle joins the Ponies' coaching staff as a second assistant manager, returning to the sport after enjoying several years of retirement. Her role as a team leader in Equestria’s first few World Cup campaigns should help her to succeed as a coach for the latest Ponies generation.

Manager -

Pearly White (Earth Pony - Female) - 48
Appointed interim manager of the national team by the Hoofball Association following the resignation of Twilight Striker - the Ponies' long-time boss of some 12 World Cup campaigns - Pearly White secured the position on a permanent basis with a number of impressive performances against higher-ranked opposition in her first games at the helm, including a stunning upset of then-defending world champions Vilita in the 3rd Cup of Champions. Since then, Pearly White has done nothing to give her employers any doubts that she's the best pony for the job, leading the Equestrian States on a Runner Cup title run without dropping a single point and reaching the 4th Cup of Champions semifinals before capping it all off with a second round appearance at the World Cup finals.

Assistant Manager -

Dreamy Skies (Pegasus - Female) - 44
Not very long ago, Dreamy Skies was a rookie manager taking the reins of Second League club Whitetail Foresters. Her arrival had a near-instant impact on the club's fortunes as they were promoted to the United League the following season and now regularly contend for UICA berths, an incredible improvement in such a short period of time for a team once known largely for producing talent which was then poached by bigger clubs, at the Foresters' expense. When Pearly White first took charge of the Equestrian senior team, she managed to convince the HA that the still-young pegasus would be a strong addition to the Ponies' coaching staff, and thus far it has paid-off spectacularly. Players routinely praise Dreamy Skies for her enthusiastic optimism and superb work ethic which makes her a popular figure in the locker room and on the practice field.

Goalkeeping Coach -

Fire Blossom (Unicorn - Male) - 53
Responsible for training the Ponies' goalkeepers is Fire Blossom, whose exploits as a keeper in the old Equestrian Premier League earned him much respect amongst early Equestrian hoofball fans and eventually a job with the national team. Fire Blossom's prophetic praise of a teenage prospect named Gentle Breeze and his subsequent push for her initial selection to the senior team for World Cup 62 qualifying have since earned him a reputation as a natural judge of potential, not to mention a considerable amount of credit for Gentle Breeze's many successes.

Scout -

Diamond Star (Unicorn - Female) - 51
Originally chief scout under Twilight Striker with the Canterlot Royals, Diamond Star was later hired for the national team by the Royals' and Ponies' manager to help identify young Equestrian players with international potential, and the unicorn scout did not fail in her task. Among the current national team stars first scouted by Diamond Star are Thunderlane, Cloudchaser, Rainbow Blitz, and Pristina Shine. Now the manager of Stalliongrad HC, Diamond Star has seen her national team role diminished, though she still provides valuable advice to Pearly White regarding her observations of potential internationals within the United League.

Scout -

Golden Hooves (Earth Pony - Female) - 62
A veteran member of the Equestrian States staff, Golden Hooves has been around the national team for what seems like forever, her longevity speaking to her performance as a reliable scout. While fellow Ponies scout Diamond Star's focus lies primarily upon United League players and her evaluation of their potential with regards to the senior team, Golden Hooves is responsible mostly for scouting Equestrians on foreign clubs and assessing the Ponies' opponents and how their players compare with those available to the Ponies.

Fitness Coach -

Craig Jackson (Human - Male) - 51
Hired in the midst of the injury plague which characterized the Ponies' World Cup 63 qualifying campaign, Craig Jackson was the first human member of the Ponies' staff and has done well to keep Equestrian players' injuries minimal in the years since then. While fitness coaches generally don't get much respect or attention from the press, Jackson's gift for keeping players of various biologically-diverse species in near-perfect health throughout grueling tournament schedules which can push them above and beyond their limits is certainly nothing to be dismissed as trivial.

Strategy & Play Style

Note: Players' names and numbers may not be updated, see roster for details.

The Ponies' most-used formation is the slightly modified 3-5-2, preferred by former manager Twilight Striker because of the strength and dominance of the Equestrian midfielders. Thanks to the versatility of the Equestrian States' players, the formation gives the Ponies the ability to shift quickly from the offense to the defense and vice-versa. More recently, however, the Equestrians have begun to shy away from the 3-5-2 in favor of the 4-2-3-1 in order to strengthen the back line and keep their opponents guessing. Aside from the formations themselves, the Equestrians have a number of definitive strengths and weaknesses.

First, the Ponies are among the world's fastest and most durable teams, using their natural advantages to tire out opponents. With those two traits as the defining characteristics of the Equestrian style of play, the squad excels at producing chances in the latter stages of the match. But while the attack dominates the second half, opposing squads have occasionally found success going all-out at the start of the match in an attempt to build an insurmountable lead.

Another area in which the Equestrian States has traditionally dominated is in the aerial battles for headers. While the Ponies are generally shorter than their opponents, the team is often credited with impressive leaping abilities (particularly among the pegasai players). Controlling headers makes the team lethal on corner kicks, and opponents looking to defeat the Equestrians must limit the number conceded to the Ponies or else face a barrage of dangerous short-range shots from the Ponies' attackers.

RP Permissions
My opponent, if they RP first, may do the following:
Choose my goalscorers: Yes
Godmod scoring events: Yes
RP injuries to my players: Yes - Only that the player was injured and how they were injured, I will determine actual severity
Godmod injuries to my players: Yes - Same restrictions apply
Hand out yellow cards to my players: Yes
Hand out red cards to my players: Yes - Limited to one per match, please contact me ASAP if you plan to use this for a match RP
Godmod other events: Yes - If you think I might have objections, please contact me first to clear it; weather events in Equestria may not be RPed without permission
Other Notes: Please feel free to contact me via TG or on the NS Sports Discord channel if you have any questions regarding my RPs, requests for more information on Equestria, or requests for exemptions from my RP restrictions.

by **Farfadillis** » Mon May 04, 2020 5:17 pm

(OOC: Bit rushed but oh well)

An oversimplification of centuries, but probably millennia, of ethnic tension of which there's little record except for the current ethnic tension

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It is no secret that Farfadillis is extremely multicultural for an island of its size. However, to outsiders, who have probably only ever heard of Farfadillis because of football and political instability, all Farf ethnicities might blend into one. Can the average Vilitan tell a Rulandese man apart from a Ferdullaelan? Can the average Banijan? How about the average Audioslavian? Ok, the last one definitely can't, but it's likely the other two can't either. To the average Rulandese, being confused with a Ferdullaelan would be a terrible insult, and vice-versa. So, what makes each eth-non-state distinct?

FERDULLAELE

First off, what used to be the capital state. Ferdullaele is a state located in the northeast of the island. The most fertile land is there and, as a result, it is suspected that they've always been ahead of the rest of the pack economically. This has translated into a healthy dose of cultural hegemony: all Farves must learn Ferdullaelan, as it is the lingua France of the island. Almost all companies used to be managed from Ferdullaele, and the government officials were generally from there as well. About twenty years ago, the situation escalated into a revolution and things became only worse from there. Nowadays, Ferdullaele is still the richest place in Farfadillis, but it has also had its quality of life affected the most out of all the nations: they used to have pretty much a first-world quality of life, and they now live in utter chaos. Ferdullaelans are currently the most hated and resented ethnicity in Farfadillis.

FRÖNDT

You know that brother you have that barely shows up to family meetings? That's Fröndt's deal too. Fröndt is a very mountainous region, and most urban centers are in those mountains. The weather is extremely dry and cold, and the fauna is unforgiving. Flying jellyfish abound nowadays. The Fröndti are typically more hard-working and level-headed than other Farves - or so they like to believe - and think of themselves as the reasonable, neutral people of the island. The rest of the island disagrees. They've had trouble with the extremely harsh winters and the flying jellyfish lately, but they're a resilient bunch, so they've adapted to the times.

SZOIRSIA

Farfadillis, despite its size, varies wildly in its biomes. Right next to the mountainous region of Fröndt, we find the desert region of Szoirsia. Szoirsians are used to the extreme heat and dehydration that comes with their surroundings. They resort to violence first and foremost to solve problems, perhaps even more than Rülândéá. Szoirsians speak one of the most distinct languages of the island: Szoirsian. Outsiders that have come into contact with the language tend to call it either "French but weird" or "Hungarian but weird", though we're not quite sure where the nations of French or Hungaria are located. Most scholars agree that there used to be two distinct languages in Szoirsia and, indeed, two ethnic groups, that at some point in the past converged into one. Farves are bad at not burning books, though, so there's no way to be sure.

KRUVIŠ

Kruviš is the most populated of the nations, though only by a slight margin and if you're willing to trust a Farf census from twenty-five years ago. This nation is mostly one huge jungle, but closer to the coast the jungle gives way for civilization... to a degree. The fauna here is perhaps the most dangerous you'll find in the island, which is really saying something. Wasps that explode (like bombs) when stinging, spider-snakes, frogs whose poison literally sends you to hell, etc. Why, you ask, is this the mostt populous nation, then? Probably human stubbornness.

INDUJA

Indujans are literally "the people of the center". They are the people that live in the center of Farfadillis. All of the beautiful Farf biomes clash in Induja, which makes it the most naturally beautiful of the states. By driving less thatn two hundred kilometers, you can go from jungle to desert to plains to mountains. Due to this, Indujans are actually quite secluded, despite bordering a whooping six other ethnicities. Indujans are traditionally... well, forgotten. To most Farves, they're just that place you have to go through to reach other places.

TANAZZA

"Me neither, to be honest." That's the average non-Farf's answer to "I didn't know this place existed." And it's for good reason. Tanazza is rather uninhabited, as it is precisely 50% jungle and 50% desert. The inhabitable parts are at the edge of both. Tanazzans have a notoriously hard time getting out of Tanazza because there's no roads out. And now, no planes. They had to traverse either the jungle or the desert to make it anywhere. Safe to say, the destruction of supply chains have made the societal collapse hit Tanazza very, very hard.

FAROLERA

Farolerans have always played second-fiddle to Ferdullaelans. Their territory is filled with lush forests and fertile farmland, and they've got a population about the size of Kruviš's. However, Ferdullaele's cultural hegemony and better economy (product of exploiting the rest of the nations) always had them ahead. Not so much in recent years, however: their capacity for self-sustenance is commendable, and one could argue they're faring better than their Ferdullaelan counterparts. Farolerans speak Faroleran, known as "Spanish" to some other countries. We do not know where "Span" is, either. The past leader of Farfadillis, Alex Terán - who helped plunge Farfadillis into this mess - is rumored to be gathering support in Farolera to form a new government, but you didn't hear that from us.

RÜLÂNDÉÁ

Traditionally the poorest and most abused of the nations, it's safe to say the Rulandese have never had it good. Rampant crime, terrible quality of life, and a very long etc. Nowadays, anti-Rulandese sentiment is at an all-time high, as most Farves view their "petty squabbles" with Ferdullaele as the root cause for the current crisis. They're one of the most well-known ethnicities of the island because they produce better footballers than the rest of the island combined, to the point that some of the best players in the multiverse come from this relatively small, run-down nation. Their language is notorious for having too many diacritics.

KARINTHIA

Very little is known of them. They're a recently-discovered tribe (of about thirty thousand people) who were living in the Szoirsian desert. Some scientists believe they'd flown under the radar for millennia, somehow. They seem to speak a language with no similarities with any other Farf language. The Farves that have come into contact with them have found them very bizarre, for the most part because they seemed to pay attention to detail and have a commendable work ethic, coupled with a fleshed-out concept of respect and hierarchy. One thing about them is shared with all other ethnicities, however: they venerate fire.

So, you might be wondering: who hates who? The answer is they all hate each other, with one big caveat: small groups of Farves tend to get along just fine. Take, for example, the Farfadillis national team. It is when numbers get big that xenophobia runs rampant. Also, nobody hates the Karinthians yet, but just give them time.

by **Turori** » Mon May 04, 2020 8:09 pm

Turorian Vexillology

The Eagle's Club, Eelandii, Turori :: Unlike their colonial neighbors, the Tropics of Vilita - The Island Emirate of Turori have no official former or rejected flags. In fact, they have been flying the very same flag over the capital for as long as they have considered themselves their own entity worthy enough of flying their own flag. While there are no rejected or former flag designs, there are some alternate Turorian representations that will be found in the local souvenir shops while fans are searching for nick knacks to bring home with them. Most commonly found in the capital city of Almintora, these alternate flag designs cater to the tourist who looks for something to bring home that immediately screams "Turori" if the standard Eelskin Brown flag did not do it well enough.

Cocoabo Forest

For those attending Turori's match against Cosumar, they will be visiting the Cocoabo Park in the Cocoabo Forest and will see a different flag on display for the lands that are officially protected for free use of the Cocoabo. There are no citizen specific developments or communities within the Cocoabo Forest other than Cocoabo Park itself and a handful of Oasis locations along the Tropicorp-run transportation routes throughout. The flag features Turori's Native Cocoabo highlighted above the Forest which they now roam.

Re-unification Faction

For those attending the matches against Zwangug or Nephara which will take place in the capital city of Almintora and the Purpose Built city of Eelandii, they will likely only come across the National Flag of Turori. Particularly in the Capital City of Almintora, however, there is been a curious growing movement consisting mostly of Foreigners looking to encourage unification between Vilita and Turori. While the two nations already share a single Economy, international fears of the potential power of a multiverse overseen by an Evil Sultan Eel named Nigel - however unfounded, have resulted in factions looking to spread their influence into a re-unification campaign that seeks to overthrow the mythical power of Nigel the Eel and cede governance of mainland Turori back to the Leazi Corada and the Tropics of Vilita.

by **Eagles Club** » Mon May 04, 2020 9:27 pm

^{MATCHDAY 1}

Eagles Club Group
Turori [2] Nephara [0]
Zwangzug [4] Cosumar [0]
Eagles Select Group
Valanora [1] Electrum [3]
Chromatika [1] Banija [0]
Champions Group
Farfadillis [3] Pasarga [2]
Appalachian Nation [1] Kita-Hinode [4]
Confederations Group
Equestria [2] Brenecia [1]
Eura [0] Reçueçn [1]

^{MATCHDAY 2}

Eagles Club Group
Nephara [4] Cosumar [1]
Turori [3] Zwangzug [0]
Eagles Select Group
Electrum [2] Banija [6]
Valanora [3] Chromatika [2]
Champions Group
Pasarga [2] Kita-Hinode [2]
Farfadillis [5] Appalachian Nation [1]
Confederations Group
Brenecia [3] Reçueçn [1]
Equestria [2] Eura [0]

Cocoa-bo Challenge Trophy at the Eagle's Club

----Eagles Club Group    P  W  D  L GF-GA     GD  Pts
[1] Turori               2  2  0  0  5-0    +5   6
[2] Zwangzug             2  1  0  1  4-3    +1   3
 3- Nephara              2  1  0  1  4-3    +1   3
 4- Cosumar              2  0  0  2  1-8    -7   0

----Eagles Select Group  P  W  D  L GF-GA     GD  Pts
[1] Banija               2  1  0  1  6-3    +3   3
[2] Chromatika           2  1  0  1  3-3    +0   3
 3- Valanora             2  1  0  1  4-5    -1   3
 4- Electrum             2  1  0  1  5-7    -2   3

Cup of Champions at the Eagle's Club

----Champions Group      P  W  D  L GF-GA     GD  Pts
[1] Farfadillis          2  2  0  0  8-3    +5   6
[2] Kita-Hinode          2  1  1  0  6-3    +3   4
 3- Pasarga              2  0  1  1  4-5    -1   1
 4- Appalachian Nation   2  0  0  2  2-9    -7   0

----Champions Group      P  W  D  L GF-GA     GD  Pts
[1] Equestria            2  2  0  0  4-1    +3   6
[2] Brenecia             2  1  0  1  4-3    +1   3
 3- Reçueçn              2  1  0  1  2-3    -1   3
 4- Eura                 2  0  0  2  0-3    -3   0

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Eagle's Club "Relics Match" presented by twii.tur

Location: Eagle's Club, Eelandii, Turori

Participants: Legalese v. Northwest Kalactin

Details: A special international friendly will be held at the Eagle's Club in Turori. The match will see current Atlantian Oceania Hockey Championship host nation Northwest Kalactin squaring off against former Eagle's Cup participant Legalese. As both nations are based in Atlantian Oceania, the Eagle's Club in Turori was the best fit neutral venue for the match which will be held during the Eagle's Cup Group stage between Matchday 3 and 4. 48 Hours. The Relics match is officially recognized by the Eagle's Club and both nations are invited to submit their official team sheets for the matchday programme. Both nations will also receive associated Media Passes for the duration of the competition. The Relics Match of Eagle's Cup VIII takes the place of the Futures Match that was held during Eagle's Cup VII between then Baptism of Fire Cup runner-up Aggrey-Finn Land and an unheralded nation by the name of Banija who has since earned the right to contest the Eagle's Cup proper.

by **Legalese** » Tue May 05, 2020 12:20 am

About Legalese

Legalese is a gargantuan, cultured nation in the hallowed Northeast of Atlantian Oceania. It consists of two landmasses - the continential mainland and the adjoining Karin Islands - and is located on the eastern side of the Calanian continent, between Lake Bekk on the west, Audioslavia to the east, Starblaydia to the north, and New West Guiana to the south. It’s been roughly 30 years since Legalese’s quarterfinal appearance in World Cup 70, and the dormant national team has some mothballs to dust off. Will this be the start of something special, or just a minor footnote in the history of the Legalite nation?

Full Nation Name: The People and Government of Legalese
Short/Common Use Name: Legalese
Three-Letter Designation: LGL
Denonym: Legalite
Governing Body: The Federation of Assocation Football, simply referred to as The Federation

The Team
Order is shirt number and name. Per typical Legalite naming conventions, the family name is the last word(s) in the person’s name.

Keepers
1 Karter Lindamood
18 Linus Heckaman

Defenders
2 Gus Cestero
3 Preston Everet
4 Freddy Cauthon
5 Grover Flett
16 Ole Youngberg Tade

Midfielders
6 Dale Ree
7 Kamari Osofsky
8 Lannon Kaai
10 Edd Shill
14 Jerry Mcgilvery
15 Rafe Senechal
17 Mitch Oyston

Forwards
9 Skyler Mandella
11 Fredrick Charlot
12 Trace Coursey
13 Ray Borgella

Manager: Hardy Bolder. Bolder, originally from Francis City -- a port on the strait side of Legalese’s main land -- makes his international debut in the Relics Match, leading a side that’s all seeking their first international appearance. His recent work has included player-manager of Numalian side Draig Goch FC, as well as a fine crafter of wooden utensils.

The Eleven/Playing Style
The scheduled starting XI are denoted above by the kit numbers 1 through 11.

Legalite football is attacking/possessive in its style; to this end, they will play with a +4 modifier. For the Relics Match, a compliment of four defenders, four midfielders, two forwards, and a keeper is expected.

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