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by **Independent Hitmen** » Sat Apr 13, 2013 9:47 am

The Hitmen Times (Online)

Military Budgets set after weeks of debate

A spokesperson for the Defence Department revealed earlier that the military budget breakdown between services had finally been settled this morning following three weeks of heated debate between representatives of the services. The $428trillion dollar budget accounts for a 70% of government spending and is negotiated yearly with the three main services in accordance with defence priorities and ongoing deployments.

Citing the recent Strategic Defence Review the spokesperson, Dominic Nuttal, highlighted the increased allocation for Research & Development funds in the separate $52trillion dollar pot aimed at increasing capabilities across all three services.

The biggest winner from the rounds of talks was the Airforce as the IHAF gained the funds to replace its ageing fleet of Shinden Interceptors with an as yet unnamed successor, thought to be the Lyran YA-42, along with upgrades to the strategic airlift fleet and an authorised increase in Fighter-Bomber squadrons. Last year's Heavy Bomber initiatives, to increase the serving nuclear capable aircraft in the bomber fleet to 4,000, were renewed with airframe delivery expected to increase this year and next to meet the deadline for program completion.

The navy also saw key wins in the budget process, with funds allocated to upgrading the Periocles II Class Battle Carriers to allow them to remain in service for up to twenty years longer than first planned. There was also the go-ahead for the development of a new domestically produced Fleet carrier and sign off for expansion of the Freetown Naval Base on the Eastern continent. There was no room for the proposed increase in the cruiser fleet or the Marines new main battle tank which are both now slated for consideration in 2014.

Within the Army there were adjustments to where funds are spent, with the announcement that the base at Fort NewView will be expanded to allow relocation of XVII Corps and the headquarters of Army Group NorthWest from the closing base at Schemdt in Russian Forces. The last IH base in that former country, Richards AFB, will remain open as a strategic transportation hub under the protection of Air Force Ground Security troops once XVII Corps withdraws in the early summer.

All ongoing operations received necessary funding to continue and as a result of the New Tehver affair the military have also requested the enlargement of the Strategic Resource Fund, allowing for immeadiate deployments and special funding, be increased by $1trillion to $11trillion available in any one year. The proposals will go before the Senate during early June.

by **Haishan** » Sat Apr 13, 2013 10:33 pm

HPVA Showcases Nigh Indestructible Chip

By Alya-Toshri

G0H4-Series Prototype

SOLZOT - In the biannual national defence showcase conducted just recently, HPVA had showcased three series of nigh indestructible computer chips known as G0H4-Series, HR9D-Series and AS5O-Series aimed to provide local and regional-level defence contractors with highly reliable and robust electronic components to withstand the demanding conditions of current battlefields. Out of three series, G0H4 was shown to be ready for immediate release and I was actually given a chance by HPVA officials to slam the tiny demonstration chip with a sharp metal pick just to show how resilient it is to damage. Surprisingly the chip still works even though I put a sizeable dent directly on its exposed layers and probably broke some of its more fragile internals.

One of HPVA officials there politely explained to me regarding the G0H4, "The chip have some pretty complicated mechanisms to handle damage but to make things simple, you can imagine it similar to your skin. When the chip board is somehow broken or something, multiple tiny pores inside the chip will seal the created gap. Additionally, the chip unique algorithm will ensure it's still working by routing its processes away from damaged components, making bypasses on the fly so to speak."

Well as you read this, it does sound very complicated and I think I will take the official's word for it. From what I understand on its explanation, the chip is some form of self-healing stuff that can continue to operate even though it had sustained physical damage short of being turned into paste. The work and effort behind G0H4-Series may prove to be very incredible as currently there's no other way to repair a damaged computer chip than taking it completely apart or toss the broken one out for a new (and usually expensive) one.

The consequences might be equally astounding as well, imagine accidentally dropping your multi-thousand ƕ computer and using it just fine after that. HPVA said however civilian market adaptation might be slow as the chip series are intended to be initially distributed toward local defence markets, some sort of the ultimate real-time test. Till then, I'll keep watch for the chip appearance in conventional markets so I don't have to fear a thousand ƕ repair bill if I somehow dropped my laptop, someway or another.

Other Network News : Mokastanan Booth Island Expansion | New Tanks For The Morridane Army | Stevid Strengthens Eastern Frontiers

by **Imbrinium** » Mon Apr 15, 2013 7:03 pm

INN Special Report:

Late this afternoon after a day of meetings and talks the MOD announced that with a buildup of naval military power in these areas that effect trade and freedom of movement. There is an unconfirmed report of the Prime Minister and the MOD having secret talks with other nations for what we don’t know.

The MOD has released a press statement late this afternoon:

“The Kingdom will not stand by and let trade and freedom of movement in international waters and explanation of into smaller nations. This Kingdom will not stand by and let it happen. At this time the crown has given the go ahead to two additional Naval assault fleets, a longsword fleet, and support fleets into the area to back up the NAF and regional task forces RTFs already in the area. The crown has also approved naval long range bombing aircraft to assist in patrolling operations.”

That was from the MOD late this afternoon. The threat of so many ships from so many nations could spark something more than just a tense standoff. The stock market fell 300points today due to the crisis in the eastern area of the region. For more information please stay tune to this channel and our website.

by **Haishan** » Wed Apr 17, 2013 8:35 am

HSLT-8 Newest Phone Set for Ariezie Festival Launch

Zhotm-G7 Model

CERIZYK-OBLASK - HSLT-8 had recently confirmed IT-blogs rumours regarding the company's effort to create a transparent cellphone but what's more surprising is HSLT-8 had actually slated to release the rumoured device in conjunction of Ariezie Festival. The new smartphone, dubbed as Zhotm-G7 according to HSLT-8 official sources is said to incorporate several key technologies that had never seen before in the telecommunication sector. In line with the company's decade old tradition, information on Zhotm-G7 is quite scarce on press release but HSLT-8 had trickled enough information through the internet masses for Tzaco! to write preliminary review on the new device.

Specifications

Name : Zhotm-G7
Height : 120 mm
Width : 64 mm
Depth : 8 mm

Weight : 90 g
Processor : Quavyr.2
Processor Speed : 2.5 GHz
OS : Tallie 2.6

RAM : 3 GB
Storage : 32 GB
Screen : OSTK-4.1
Standby Time : 300 hours

Charge Time : 2 hours
Camera : WideX 8MP
Cellular : GSM-HDPA, HQW-ZR4
Wireless : 802.11b/g/n, LINK 5.1

The most intriguing feature of Zhotm-G7 is the apparent transparency in the area where a normally opaque cell screen and batteries would be located at. Zhotm-G7 transparent screen unit should come in no surprise given HSLT-8 had briefly partnered with Myuzekei Electronics to produce the somewhat popular "Alseiur" transparent television set. If the above image is to be believed, then HSLT-8 had successfully created the first commercially-viable transparent batteries, setting it a clear technological advantage against its numerous competitors.

Additionally, Tzacho! were told by an insider working with Zhotm-G7 that the screen unit is embedded with a transparent adaptive solar cell to help the device conserve its power during period of non-screen use. It does sound wacky but the solar cell is not a mere fluff and was showcased by HPVA a few weeks earlier in the biannual regional defence expo. Tzacho! were further informed that the solar cell layer also play a role in the next feature of Zhotm-G7; Adaptive Surreal Immersion or ASI for short.

ASI concept as previewed by HSLT-8 and other telco giants in the past early summer is a collaborative effort to merge digital frontier with the physical realm by introducing visual haptic enabled devices; devices with ASI would be capable to capture and interpret the motion of the user such as playing sound when the user mocks up an air guitar motion in front of the device. It's also expected that Zhotm-G7 will be capable to interact with other smart devices by the motion of the smart phone alone.

Tzacho! user base suggested that the supposed solar cell may act as a dual-function unit; to capture power and dynamically modulate any photonic emission from the phone for variety of applications which include ASI to the widely speculated holographic display potential of Zhotm-G7. The smart phone is not fully transparent due to the phone's granite black top and bottom portion which may equate to the jack unit, SD-card slot, and the phone's 8 megapixel camera.

The apparent transparency give an illusionary effect that Zhotm-G7 screen is actually bigger than official dimension although the smart phone is slightly bulkier in terms of volume when compared to the company previous cell phone models. However looks can be deceiving as the phone is strangely light for its size and pack a rather mighty capability under its see-through sheath. As listed in the specification box, Zhotm-G7 is faster than any of commercially-available competing smartphones which may be attributed to the company strong foundation in computer chip design.

Zhotm-G7 also bring another interesting facet; Tzacho! were informed by HSLT-8 that the user will not require to zoom when capturing a picture and the new WideX-8MP will do all of the image optimization by itself. Coupled with the proven Quavyr mobile quad core processor, HSLT-8 claim may hold merit though the company refused to release additional detail regarding the new camera. The phone OS on the other hand is an upgrade to Tallie-series OSes used by HSLT-8 smart devices and it's expected that Tallie 2.6 will offer similar functionality as its predecessors, with an added free bonus of application developer kit for the device.

Apart from the elaborated information, HSLT-8 is deliberately with holding additional information to generate curiosity toward Zhotm-G7 and conducting controlled information leak on the device to further spark consumer interest on the advanced phone. Tzacho! however will remain critical and conservative on the assessing the new phone till it start to hit the markets for real.

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My Fanfics · by **Osea 767** » Thu Apr 18, 2013 4:05 am

Izvestiya

New Naval Deployment as Tensions Increase

In response to recent increases in tensions, the People’s Commissariat of Defence had announced that the FSRY will be deploying its own naval forces to ensure the safety of Yaroslavian vessels as they move through Dienstadian waters.

The worsening situation has lead many analysts to warn that the current environment could have a more detrimental effect than damage to the value of capitalist stocks. Some expect that the current direction could lead to a major incident or, with but a minor trigger, even war. The Commissariat of Foreign Affairs has issued a statement advising all who threaten the safety of international shipping to consider the potential consequences of worsening the situation and that it would be better for all if tension are defused via diplomatic talks to deal with issues rather than by threatening the rights of nations.

We asked Defence Commissar Nikolai Stepashin for his opinion on the worsening situation and on the effects that the Yaroslavian naval deployment might have.

“The current situation owes its existence mainly to actions conducted by those with imperialist interests in mind. Considerations for the effects on the peace of this part of the region were not taken. Our own deployment, I imagine, will not be the last. Some, I am sure, will say that those deploying naval forces like we have are more to blame than those of the imperialists. I say that it is but a natural response to the worsening situation and that we can expect others to do the same to protect the rights of their sailors”.

by **Haishan** » Sat Apr 20, 2013 11:14 am

Gaokvyl Advanced Materials Center Ramps Up Production of CNTs into Mass Industrial Scale

by Hirie-Morov

CNT bundles

SOLZOT - One of the premier institutions of Haishan that induced the large scale modernization of Haize Armed Forces, Gaokyvl Advanced Materials Center with HPVA-funding had obtained the green light from Haishan Defense Ministry to ratchet up currently minuscule production of carbon nanotubes (CNT) in the nation into "strategically relevant" amounts. An insider behind the effort who wish to not be named tipped Defence.Net explained that such capability is plausible due to usage of a new synthesis method and straight-up processing similar to current production of synthetic fibres to yield unusually large amounts of CNTs which processes are significantly cheaper and simpler than current known processes.

If it's to believed, then it's a total game-changer for relevant parties in Haishan where the widely-used conventional carbon fiber composites could be pushed to the brink of extinction and more fuel efficient vehicles can be produced. However the initial impact wouldn't be as deep as conjured given the very first customers for Gaokyvl Advanced Materials Center would be the HPVA and the Haize Armed Forces although it's reported that the sudden capability had somewhat baffled some of the echelons in Haize Dasko congregation on where and how to actually use the soon to be mass produced CNTs.

One spectrum quickly come into mind; Haize People Air Force (HPAF) are constantly demanding better, faster and more efficient planes thus the capability might eventually satisfy the urge of the air branch to eagerly display its 'moderness' although policy makers linked to the national armed forces are likely to lean into aerospace security of the nation moreso than air glory-ness. However the impact of such capability would be difficult to gauge at this time; Haize Dasko are likely trying to assess the purposes of mass-produced CNTs as reiterated earlier while private companies were observed to give mixed responses on the matter at hand.

by **Morrdh** » Mon Apr 22, 2013 5:12 am

CCA To Form Marshal Service

BELLINGTON, NG - Amongst the opening topics of the 2013 Commonwealth Conference, hosted in New Garrack, was the proposal to create a Commonwealth wide law enforcement agency.

The new agency, dubbed the CCA Marshal Service, is proposed to take over law enforcement in the various far flung Commonwealth outposts and mining colonies. In the main CCA Colonies the Marshals will work alongside the local Colonial Police Forces, focusing on major crimes, whilst in the smaller outposts they will take over security duties previously done by Royal Space Force personnel.

It is expected that the new force will be formed by the end of the year and initially recruit from within the Commonwealth, but it has been suggested to later open up the CCA Marshals to foreign recruits.

by **Imbrinium** » Tue Apr 23, 2013 5:54 pm

Breaking News:

A interoffice memo was leaked discussing the operations in eastern water ways and the deployment naval power by expansionist nations and the fact that a cold war exist between the nations of Stevid, and Mokastana. And that the MOD and the Crown should make moves quickly to slow or stop the expansion of these nations.

As many know the crown has sent a number of fleets to secure shipping lanes stay open and the freedom of movement is not interfered with. The MOD declines to comment on the on the memo or that the fact a cold war does exist.

by **Haishan** » Thu Apr 25, 2013 7:52 am

Trade Rules Loosened, Haishan Set To Enter Interregional Exposition

SOLZOT - It's reported that Haize Dasko had relayed orders through the newly founded Haishan Trade Bureau to 'substantially loosen' the usually highly strict Haishan trade regulations to finally significantly liberate the nation's closed door trade policies that had remained unchanged for past three decades. Additionally, the military junta had also confirmed a widely circulated rumour amongst the private corporations and civilians alike; Haize Dasko had granted the recent request made by the trade bureau to send top officials and Haishan industrial delegates to the ongoing Greater Dienstad-Nova region exposition conducted by the United Gordonopia nation.

Subsequently, the Haishan Trade Bureau are actively searching for suitable candidates for the exposition to represent the nation's spectrum from cutting edge manufacturing technologies to the unique Haize culture. Out of sparse private corporations in Haishan, major league players such as telco giant HSLT-8 and premier alloy conglomerate Taigneshe AlloyWorks are expected to be included in the Haishan Trade Bureau list although the bureau had stressed that its list is not yet final and warned against unscrupulous trade rumours. This is Kotoya-Syzech, reporting for Crimia News's Business Section.

by **Stevid** » Thu May 02, 2013 1:06 pm

Imperial Broadcasting Corporation News

Thursday, 2 May

Stevid Defies International Reaction

The deepening political crisis on the Eastern Continent of Greater Dienstad has final wrought a reaction from the Holy Empire of Stevid. Over the past two months the Empire has redeployed nearly a million service personnel to Stevidian South Greal and the colony’s east coast as part of fortification of the eastern frontier.

This redeployment of conventional military units, and potentially strategic weapons, has brought a wave of rapid military build up from several nations including Imbrinium and Mokastana. Imbrinium has gone to lengths to challenge Stevidian military power in the east with overt political messages and several leaked documents proclaiming a ‘Cold War’ existed between the two nation states.

The government did not deliver and initial rely to the international reaction, seen as odd by several political analysts from within Greater Dienstad, however the Imperial Foreign Office issued an overriding statement to put to bed any confusion to the Empire’s current political and strategic position.

“The Holy Empire of Stevid stands tall and strong in the face of opposition. The latest remarks from several nations of this region sadden the Empire but do nothing to break our resolve. Stevidian colonial possessions are ours to fortify and reinforce as we see fit and should not illicit negative reactions from out regional neighbours.; to do so introduces sparks to firewood and fan the flames of a potentially devastating military situation.

"The Empire’s colonial expansion is not for discussion on an international forum and will only be discusses and agreed upon within our own parliamentary walls. Foreign opposition will be dealt with harshly, particularly military opposition – this Empire seeks a lasting peace within this region but will not hesitate to unleash its full wrath upon those that impose themselves upon God’s great Stevidian Empire.”
- Imperial Foreign Office – Official Statement.

Naval Build Up

As part of the military build up, of greatest concern to the regional neighbours of Stevidian South Greal will be the Empire’s decision to rebase the entire 5th Fleet of the Royal Navy. Including permanently attached replenishment and logistical shipping, the fleet can reach up to 600 ships in size including two command battleships and three super dreadnoughts. The assort of ships varies including command and control, ECM/ECCM and also anti-satellite specific – together with conventional vessels such as carriers, assault ships and escorts.

The government has claimed it has no intention of closing or forcing itself upon the open shipping lanes in the east, in fact it has reiterated it’s position as a force for good in the region because of its continued anti-piracy efforts ever since the founding and then dissolution of the Organisation of Martine Powers (OMP).

Repeated moves at a closer economic link with Haishan plus growing expansionist ideals a probable motives behind the military build up, however the Foreign Office was keen to stress that inter-state war or goading was not an objective, however foreign opposition would be met with force.

by **Morrdh** » Thu May 02, 2013 1:52 pm

Commonwealth Declares 'State of Neutrality'

BELLINGTON, NG - In an statement earlier and in relation to the growing tensions between Stevid and Imbrinium, the Commonwealth has declared a 'State of Neutrality' in any coming conflict.

The Commonwealth is understandably in an awkward position as it claims both nations as allies, at best the Commonwealth can hope to avoid being dragged into any potential conflict. Though that hasn't stopped it from bolstering the forces of the Commonwealth Realm of New Garrack, a move that has been cited as a 'measure to safeguard Commonwealth shipping'.

by **Haishan** » Fri May 03, 2013 1:19 pm

Czo, HPNF Latest Mach 7 Ship Wrecker

by Hirie-Morov

SOLZOT - HPNF official spokeperson Lt.Gen Rire-Tariki had confirmed that the national naval force had acquired yet another hypersonic-capable weapon; Czo is the latest navy-sponsored hypersonic weapons program aimed to further bolster the navy's own force projection capabilities. Cited to be approximately 40% smaller than its closest and classified cousin hypersonic-capable maritime strike Nihie Strike Missile, Czo represent rapid technological progression as research into component miniaturizations and advanced aerodynamics are increasingly intensified given the current high levels of ambient threats in the Greater Dienstad region.

This advancement allow hypersonic strike to be practically extended into all of HPNF warships that sported the newest deep length GVML autonomous vertical launch complex format, amplifying their assault potential and at the same time, improves HPNF armament procurement budget given lesser amount of missiles are needed to execute a mission or complete kill against foreign aggressor(s). The new missile is cited to be capable to travel as far as 1300 km and, reach up Mach 7 on a terminal approach phase, utilizing an active e-scan radar to look for its target shortly before endgame. Given that current exotic materials production done by Gaokyvl Advanced Materials Center were hiked into mass industrial levels, it's no distant that Czo will be a common armament on most of HPNF assets, serving as a particularly strong deterrent for any alien powers that try to test their luck with HPNF.

by **Haishan** » Mon May 06, 2013 6:41 pm

Plausible Revolutionary Cost Reductions of Strategic Materials

By Alya-Toshri

SOLZOT - In what seems like an intentional leak done by the enigmatic HPVA in recent Stevidian Empire moves and ratcheting tensions in Eastern Greater Dienstad, an undated HPVA-signed official memo received by Defence.Net and other Haishan major news network was traced to originate to several proxy IPs that plausibly point to government-linked institutions. The content of the memo however are much more interesting to note than the message's dubious origins and the perpetrator behind it.

The memo detailed that several obscure government-linked entities had managed to produce carbon nano tubes and its derivatives at staggering cost of only 2 ƕ (NSD 1) per gram, pure titanium at 0.34 ƕ (NSD 0.17) per gram and viability to produce graphene sheet and its derivatives in mass industrial scales. In other words, Haishan mavens had managed to bring the price of CNT against current world prices by almost 100% lower, reduced cost of pure titanium by a factor of 6.5 and, pave a clear path toward realizing graphene-based electronics.

Our in-house defence analyst Jaero-Mikhail explains the impact of the memo, "You may see this as a ploy by HPVA to unnerve us analysts but its moves might be politically motivated to silence criticism toward the agency and of course carrying a huge message toward would-be-invaders that Haishan is close to fully modernize its equipments to be one of the region, nay world's top best and plausibly exceed the international standard."

"The ones behind the leak might had chosen the perfect time window for it given there were several unconfirmed reports from the usually neutral Haize Dasko that they're starting to become very very interested on the current politics and movements within Greater Dienstad. The leak should also bring a vast implication for the defence industry where almost every Haishan equipment related to defence out there can be improved to a level we had never seen before. My bets however that the Haishan Defense Ministry will be slow to uptake this news unless they're hiding something."

As stated by Jaero-Mikhail, the leak might be deliberately engineered by HPVA to gauge the reactions of those abroad and within Haishan and the fact the memo being undated suggests the improvements might be already implemented earlier than press time. Any maven can quickly link HPVA's current intentions to the leak that the agency is planning something big which may pique interests of Haishan key players and other alien powers in Greater Dienstad.

by **Castille de Italia** » Wed May 08, 2013 5:40 pm

Pictured: Tuscan Oil Corporation supertanker in Pardesian waters, returning after TOC announces closure of operations within Premislyd.

Pardes Crisis Heats, Pravene Strait May Be Closed To ACA Shipping
Pardes in turmoil after ACA exercises threaten region, Pravene Strait may be closed
May 6th, 2013, 4:58 PM EST | By Julius Flavius, CNN Journalist

Pardes In Turmoil, What A Surprise

Premislyd, one of the newer members of the Anti-Communism Alliance, has resigned, effectively making there no ACA nations in Pardes. This happened shortly after peaceful protests broke out in Split and across the nation, the Islamic Social Republic's capital, after a conflict was averted due to the Split regime applying for the ACA's Foreign Basing Initiative.

Leader of the Revolution, Ajatola Taras Yakiv Kozel was quoted saying "The noble experiment has ended. Not only is the Anti-Communism Alliance is largely flawed in its approach to combating the Red Menace, but it's fascist leadership did more harm than good."

Kozel went to say during the address, "We are better off without them and our departure will only improve the view points of not only the Great Satan [Rodarion], nations against the Anti-Communism Alliance, but throughout Pardes as a whole."

New Belhavia, one of the Grand Council members in the Anti-Communism Alliance, severed all political and economic ties to the Pardesian nation, evacuating it's embassy in Split, and moving thousands of super-corporation Roth Industries employees and other corporate firms out of the ISR Premislyd.

Castillian corporations have also followed the example of the Belhavians, reporting that fourteen of the nineteen major corporations operating in Premislyd have ordered the closure of their branches in the troubled country. Economic analysts from St. Mark's University in Preslaff expect a major impact to the Premislydian economy.

It is unsure if the Imperial government will severe all diplomatic ties with Premislyd, however. The Castillian Embassy in Split remains to be a symbol of friendship between the two religiously different nations. However, all Castillian troops that were in Premislyd, a very small number, were shipped home on account of the threats made by the Split regime.

The Castillian Department of Defense stated that it will not be sending ships to escort merchant shipping in Pardes, to help avert a potential conflict with Pardesian residents. The Imperial High Command stated that "It will not send destroyer escorts to Pardes, unless a merchant ship is attacked." However, it advised shipping firms to travel in convoys.

Pardes continues to be a hotbed of political controversy, as the ACA becomes more prevalent in the region. Nations such as the United Republic of Emmeria oppose the ACA influencing Pardes. Geopolitical analysts from St. Mark's University believe the ACA could help the troubled region, as war and threats run rampant between the opposing nations.

With Pravengria threatening the closing of the Pravene Strait, ACA shipping is being threatened with war. The Castillian State Department denounced the recent statement made by Supreme Admiral Shakarty. Secretary of State Anabelle Eumaius said that "Closing the Strait is a terrible idea, ACA shipping bears no threat. None of these ships are armed, nor do they carry troops. We even said we weren't sending destroyer escorts to Pardes shipping lines."

It is unsure whether the Pardes Crisis will either end or explode...

Correction - 5/6/13 @ 6:47 PM EST: We were under the impression that the Pravene government supported the closing of the Strait. It is also noted that United Press, an Emmerian media outlet, has also done the same. We apologized for the mistake, and assure you we will try to prevent such events from happening in the future.

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by **Haishan** » Thu May 09, 2013 7:20 am

Ballistic Missile Shield To Be Expanded, Said Haishan Defense Ministry

ADS-M Missile Element

ICTURK CITY - Haishan Defense Ministry Chief Minister Tashi-Kilov had announced the intent of expanding current Haishan terminal defenses to fully cover the nation with multiple operating range redundancies and subsequently upgrade some of the current existing systems with the latest technologies sourced from HPVA's intensive effort of components' miniaturisation and rapid development of advanced avionics. It's believed that the directive was prompted by mounting tensions between the Stevidian Empire with Imbrinium Kingdom and the Chief Minister's latest address on the issue had confirmed the suspicion.

"The potential clash between [the] Stevidian Empire and Imbrinium may soon become a reality. While Haishan are currently far from both of them, there's a slight chance that the Empire may begin to aggressively assert its presence if it proven to bypass the kingdom. For a nation that's a thousands of kilometers from Haishan, a missile threat would be an immediate option to potentially subjugate Haishan under its whims. So it's only natural that we should [be] prepared from these potential threats in advance, not yet counting our closest neighbour Mokastana and region's superpower of Lyras and, Lamoni nation." as quoted from the minister's latest press conference.

The shield expansion plan had been anticipated and received with mixed feelings for Haize defense analysts with some claiming it will only serve to prompt would be alien invader(s) to point even more missiles toward Haishan although it's not yet known which nation in Greater Dienstad had actually targeted Haishan in case of flaring tensions and plausibly state of war. HPVA chief however cannot be contacted for comment on the matter. This is Laykat-Shiso, reporting for Crimia News General Section.

by **Mokastana** » Thu May 09, 2013 10:33 am

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News so short your can't help but read the full story...

TOP STORY:

Big Trouble in Little Sasha!

Protests broke out earlier today in the district known as "Little Sasha" of the Capital, Mokastana city. Organizers were believed to be protesting against the military build up by the Empire of Stevid in former Greal-owned territory. Leaders of the protest called for the Stevid military to leave Greal, the International Community to condemn them, and the forming of a volunteer army to be organized to combat the Empire of Stevid in the event of war.

After reports of a Warship from the Empire of Stevid attacking a Royal Imbrinium Naval vessel in international waters Mokan High Command decided to recall numerous fleets to the Home Region. With tensions rising and international interest focusing the People's Unified Federation high ranking military leaders wonder if war will be coming to the Eastern portions of GD.

by **Morrdh** » Thu May 09, 2013 1:51 pm

'Plague of Rats' Hits Morrdun

MORRDUN - Over the past few weeks it has been noticed that a sudden spike in the rat population of the Morrdun metropolitan area has occurred, prompting local authorities to take action.

The Greater Morrdun Council and the City of Morrdun Corporation jointly setup the new Office of Urban Safety, a new board tasked with bringing Morrdun's rat population under control. It is understood that the Office of Urban Safety (or simply OUS) will hire a staff of professional rat catchers and pay a bounty to freelancers, a team of which will be based in each district of the city. The OUS will also have powers to take measures to combat the rodents in the form of fitting new grates to storm drains and even the demolition of condemned buildings, more controversial is the power to serve eviction notices and condemn rat infested residencies.

Only time will tell whether the OUS' measures will have an impact.

by **Lamoni** » Thu May 09, 2013 4:39 pm

Lamonian Navy steps into GD's Cold War?

Max Lochley
Staff Writer

With great flourish, President Stinson signed an order today, dispatching four entire Lamonian carrier battlegroups to patrol the area between South Serif, and Stevidian South Greal. This move is designed to calm the regional tensions which have been kicked up between Stevid, Imbrinium, and Mokastana recently.

As our readers know, the Free Republic is officially allied to Stevid, and maintains generally friendly relations with both Imbrinium, and Mokastana. It is therefore hoped that any misbehavior will be confined to land, leaving regional shipping unaffected. "Our ships will merely be patrolling the area between South Serif, and Stevidian South Greal, ensuring that the regional trade routes are unaffected by the politics of Stevid, Imbrinium, and Mokastana. However, should Lamonian warships or merchant shipping be attacked, the attacker can expect a swift, and powerful response to their attack. Similarly, attacks on merchant shipping in that area will incur a swift response. We call upon the governments affected to calm regional tensions as best they can, and we offer our services for a diplomatic solution to the tensions, if Stevid, Imbrinium, and Mokastana would agree to send diplomats to the Free Republic for the purpose."

Privately, Lamonian Navy Admirals acknowledge that these tensions are taking place in the Lamonian sphere of influence inside Greater Dienstad, and are making a show of force in order to emphasize this fact. While it is hoped that no further shots will be fired in the area, the Navy is fully prepared if a shooting war were to erupt, the Navy already being brought to a heightened state of alert. The last time during which this happened was during the short-lived conflict with Ralkovia and Doomingsland over the Adiuvo Islands in Tyrrhennia, with said conflict leading to a conclusion satisfactory to neither side.

For those who are unfamiliar with the size and composition of a Lamonian Navy carrier battlegroup, we have assembled a list from information given to use by the Lamonian Admiralty.

• Carrier Battle Group
o 1x Formidabel class Aircraft Carrier
o 3x Argent class light nuclear carrier
o 4x Kalmar class guided missile cruiser
o 8x Type 30 Medusa Air Defense Destroyer
o 8x Type 35 Patrol Frigate
o 4x Tenskwatawa Class SSN
o 193x F/A-30 “Lagrel” Naval Multirole Fighter
o 12x LA-214 Molior Multipurpose Helicopter

The Lamonian Naval Task Force is commanded by Admiral Compton DeGrasse, recently promoted to his rank, and having served in the Adiuvo Islands conflict. The Admiral will be leading the Task Force from the Formidabel class FRLS Tempest.

Lamoni Today will provide our readers with more news as it becomes available.

by **Haishan** » Sun May 12, 2013 8:33 am

Z4RL Hypercomputer; At the Edge of Chaos

Panoramic view of Z4RL's Section 2

iTClick! correspondent Hishio-Curazyl was given an all-exclusive, first-press access to HPVA-funded newest hypercomputer within the newly created National Haishan Institute of Complex Dynamics (NHICD). Hisho-Curazyl reports his recent trip to the highly guarded, modernly polished state-of-the-art government-linked facility through a rare interview with NHICD's Master Dean Leroo-Jurainchi.

Hishio-Curazyl : Nihatzi, Leroo-Jurainchi. Well I heard this from my contacts in Haishan academia circles and I wanted to confirm it by myself. Is it true that Z4RL had successfully predicted a randomised one-in-a-billion lottery ticket to win the Hosho SuperD Jackpot Series?

Leroo-Jurainchi : Nihatzi, Hishio. It's true, it's not a rumour that Z4RL had predicted a win for us. We're all pretty surprised when the numbers add up and of course, we did claimed the jackpot. However due to the excitement, our runner had inadvertently told Hosho guys on how we gained the winning number. They don't look so happy afterwards and decided to call me and tell that we're banned from buying their tickets.

Hishio-Curazyl : Hoo, that's amazing! Well Master Dean, can you tell iTClick! and our readers on what is Z4RL? Is it a derivative to PING owned by Azieha ICT Institute?

Leroo-Jurainchi : Well for a start, Z4RL is literally at the edge of chaos. The hypercomputer is a hybrid system comprising of sequences of solid state qubits with dynamic instabilities derived during computation of the qubits. In other words, imagine trying to balance a piece of ice on a naked flame and use that for calculations.

It's incredibly finicky but I think we had somehow managed to use it and if I'm going to go deeper, I'm afraid it will probably confuse you more so than me! And no, it isn't a PING copy as what the rumours fly; Z4RL is inherently non-linear and PING is simply a giant abacus.

Hishio-Curazyl : Interesting, Master Dean. Why Z4RL is not identified as a quantum supercomputer though?

Leroo-Jurainchi : As I had reiterated earlier, Z4RL is a hybrid system and not truly a 'quantum computer' in any sense of word even though it uses qubits to calculate. Well Z4RL do not rely entirely on qubits as it's a complex intermixture system, that is it relies on chaos and quantum theories simultaneously. Contrary to what people think, a quantum system cannot solve all of the problems out there, it only provides massive parallelisation.

And to fully capitalize these dynamic systems, we add in non-linearity to the ordered structures that supported the qubits in the first place so Z4RL can rapidly reconfigure itself to distribute calculation and information efficiently. The name 'hypercomputer' was used to differentiate Z4RL from true quantum supercomputers although I noted hypercomputing isn't Z4RL.

Hishio-Curazyl : Okay. Just now you had mentioned 'hypercomputing', can you please clarify on what it is?

Leroo-Jurainchi : I'm afraid that information is largely unknown to us at this time as we're still exploring the basic theories regarding it. 'Hypercomputing' would be the ultimate form of computing to solve what is mathematically unsolvable and Z4RL still uses mathematical symbols thus the difference. For now we're content to call Z4RL as a 'hypercomputer' till we find a new name for its class.

Hishio-Curazyl : Why not name it as Permian Random Fridays?

Leroo-Jurainchi : Well for once it's not an energetic chef, haha.

Hishio-Curazyl : One last question, Master Dean. How fast is Z4RL?

Leroo-Jurainchi : Hmm...since Z4RL is nearly quantum, I'd say it's on a middle ground between true quantum supercomputers and the best conventional supercomputer that our nation have at the moment. In short, we're still guessing on how fast it can go but preliminary results show that it's somewhat faster than PING.

Hishio-Curazyl : Thank you for your correspondence to iTClick! interview, Master Dean Leroo-Jurainchi. Till then we meet again.

Leroo-Jurainchi : Samewise, thank you for paying a visit to our new facility.

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by **Mokastana** » Sun May 12, 2013 9:23 am

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News so short your can't help but read the full story...

TOP STORY:

Belmotin to join the People's Unified Federation?

Early last weeks talks began with the interim leaders of the Nation of Belmotin and representatives of the PUF of Mokastana to begin a long term plan of general improvement to the war-torn nation and even possible annexation, giving the People of Belmotin fair access to the Mokan Medical care and Educational opportunities. With a large Timber and Agricultural based economy Mokan economic leaders believe that the People of Belmotin will be able to prosper quite well after annexation. Allowing their farm based goods and timber to be sold on the Federal Market at fair prices, no doubt bringing in a much needed cash surplus into the Territory.

As it stands numerous contractors including Montana Inc, Mokan Industries and Wellov Mining are looking into massive expansions into the Nation to begin operations including upgrading infrastructure, city redesign, and construction of new industries to bring jobs and economic prosperity to the People of Belmotin who have suffered greatly under previous regimes and have not had the chance to see the light at the end of the tunnel for a while.

It was almost a year ago that Mokan forces peacefully allowed the People of the Northern Island to join the Federation. Following a border dispute with the former Regime of Belmotin and a declaration of war on the PUF Mokan forces invaded and have been occupying the Nation ever since. No word has yet come from the Commonwealth in response to the current talks, for they too had intervened in the war and had troops on Belmotin soil as well. The Foreign Ministry hopes not to cause international trouble with these events and will be willing to answer any questions internationally as to the purpose of this series of events.

The people of Belmotin will vote to decide on the Annexation will begin next month.

by **Stevid** » Sun May 12, 2013 3:33 pm

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Imperial Broadcasting Corporation News

Police Breakup Protests Amid Crisis

Capita Metropolitan Police were involved in several cases of unrest in the capital’s main district park today due to clashes between rival protest groups. Almost 20,000 people filled St Paul’s District Park in the centre of Stevid Capita protesting about the on going situation around Stevidian South Greal.
It is believed that around 3,000 people were involved in the public disorder while the rest remained peaceful throughout the 18-hour demonstrations.

Two opposing groups sparked the violence in the north of St Paul’s, protesters angry at the government’s recent lack of traditional hard-line action against foreign aggressor states clashed with two rival groups opposed to Stevidian Imperialism in the east of the region and are called for an end to the current Sphere of Expansion.

Almost 500 police were involved and where equipped with public order suppression kit. Where there was violence, police were quick to greet it with reasonable force but the main effort was to keep all three groups of protesters away from each other and away from the centre of the park to prevent the spread of disorder.

Several arrests for assault and public order offences were made however police were able to prevent full violent disorder or riot taking hold. When control in the park was established, violence spilled out on to the streets north of the park and disrupted traffic and business for around 3-hours before police gain complete control of the situation.

Political Tensions

All of this comes and is born out the current political crisis east of Stevidian Greal. Imbrinium, a nation far to the north of the region, has taken opposition to a massive deployment of home-based military units to Stevidian South Greal, including the entire 5th Fleet of the Royal Navy and its attached 316th Logistical Support Fleet bringing the total number of ships to well over 600.

The move came as parliament stated that because of more developing nations in the east, in tandem to the traditional giants, Stevid has let the security of South Greal and the surrounding waters slip. Furthermore, the Empire has stated a great interest in economic relations and treaties with nations further east and so the military move is part of safeguarding current Stevidian assets and allows the Empire to protect potential future assets and shipping. This move has provoked several nations and a torrent of angry bravado towards the Empire.

Unconfirmed reports of a Stevidian naval destroyer being rammed by a ship belonging to the Imbrinium Royal Navy have been discussed at length in the media but have not drawn an official comment from either the Ministry of Defence or the Admiralty.

If the reports become confirmed then it represents and escalation of force from Imbrinium against the Holy Empire and will likely draw a stern response from the government that has previously pledged to use military force against aggressor states while this military redeployment is on going.

by **Morrdh** » Mon May 13, 2013 4:18 am

Commonwealth 'Reaffirms' Neutrality, Goes On War Footing

Greater Morrdun Council workman conducting maintenance on a siren.

MORRDUN - A wail like that of a banshee rang out across the width and breath of the Commonwealth yesterday afternoon as the annual testing of the warning sirens was brought forward a month in light of growing regional tensions.

The siren testing comes in the wake of increasing signs that the Commonwealth is preparing itself for war despite the Morridane Government reaffirmed the Commonwealth's neutral stance with regards to a potential conflict between the Kingdom of Imbrinium and the Holy Empire of Stevid, both nations that are considered as allies by the Commonwealth. Already the Government has passed a new Emergency Powers Act to bring mandatory blackouts into force and the Royal Morridane Navy has put the convoy system into force as Commonwealth registered vessels have been instructed to paint the Stars and Jack flag on their ships for identification purposes.

It is noted that there are concerns within the Commonwealth that if war should break out between Imbrinium and Stevid that it spill over into Morrdh given its proximity to a potential warzone. By declaring a state of neutrality its believed the the Commonwealth hopes to avoid being dragged into a conflict, though neutrality has often proved to be but a thin shield and recent actions by the Commonwealth can be seen as it preparing for the worst case scenario.

by **Haishan** » Fri May 17, 2013 10:21 am

HPVA Partially Disclose Some Secret Projects

by Hirie-Morov

SOLZOT - The independent technologist arm of Haize Dasko, HPVA were given green light to disclose some of the agency high profile programs as a follow up to buildup tensions within middle Greater Dienstad and the sudden power vacuum in a nation known as Istegium, to clearly serve as a deterrent to would-be-hostile alien powers that Haishan still pack a punch even though it may be viewed as the weakest nation on the eastern part of the region.

The nation of Istegium was noted to be just to the south of Haishan which Haize analysts are still analyzing for the collapse's cause. Haize Dasko had unofficially praised Mokastanan nation quick action to rectify the issue which the junta replied by sending its diplomats to prevent potential multinational instability. The first program partially declassified by HPVA is intended to arm Haishan with world-class tanks on par of some of alien powers' best tanks. Further declassification pertains to the project general goals; capability to defeat current best signature reduction techniques, reducing tank's overall fabrication cost and logistic needs, and simplifying asset maintenance.

Battlefield network integrity is the second program in HPVA's roster which aimed to provide low latency integrated data links that are not only resilient but also less susceptible to hostile eavesdropper attempts. The second program is expected to be initially rolled out to critical Haishan military elements, such as links for forward operating bases, communication coordination channel for some of HPNF warships, and critical backbone comsat links.

The last program that was partially declassified pertains to development of next generation personnel equipments, particularly in infantry aspect such as improving personnel situation awareness, ensuring device reliability and effectiveness, and lastly tailoring personal protection needed by Haize Armed Forces personnel specific to their field. Apart from these information, HPVA had denied to go into detail, citing the restrictions placed by Haize Dasko on the agency.

Space Based Solar Power Closer to Reality

SILEZI - HPVA with cooperation of Haishan Aero Ballistic Forces branch of Haize Armed Forces and certain private corporations in Haishan had tipped Crimia News that "significant" progress had been made to improve the current experimental solar rig as explained by the program official spokesperson, Raezi-Molot, "We had detailed out hundreds of improvements we can implement to the system since it became operational several months ago. Of course most of these improvements cannot be implemented right away since they're hardware-centric but the platform had provided valuable solid data for us. The days for nuclear reactors are numbered, quite literally."

Insofar the trial power satellite had costed a cumulative bill of some odd two hundred million hikans as estimated by HPVA although several independent analysts claimed the projected cost is 'unnaturally' low for a such ambitious project. Certain quarters had came as far to reject HPVA's project with hypothetical cost analysis and other assorted assumptions although HPVA had stressed no number can be set in stone till the system had been fully tested in real time conditions rather than through simulations and theoretical studies.

Additionally, once the project had determined to be economically feasible, HPVA had declared that it will take a seat backstage from administrating the program and form a solar power consortium for interested parties to utilize the system which may potentially include foreigners as Haishan trade rules are gradually being loosened up. This is Laykat-Shiso, reporting for Crimia News General Section.

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