Strelitzia Divided (Strelitzia Only)

[The Ziron Empire]

Rules
No Sexist, Racist, or Homophobic Behaviour.
No God Modding
Be Realistic
No Overpowered Technology
Obey The Rules of War
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"Talking must be in quotation marks."
Out Of Game Text Must Be In A Different Colour.

Secret Actions Must Be In Spoilers.

Participate Regularly!

Resources
Combat System Guide
How to Roleplay
Strelizian Organization

Other Stuff
- Technology: Post Modern (2000-2200)
- State your land. (Countries, Provincies, etc)
- State your military power.
- Inactive Nations can be attacked unless they state that they can no longer participate.
- Use Factbook links if needed.
- WMD's can be used if the situation allows it.

[The Strelitzian Brodcasting Corperation]

Breaking News!
The camera pans to a handsome man dawning a blue suit and short blonde hair. He sits at a desk, adjusting his tie and smiling towards the camera.

"Welcome back to the Strelitzian Global News! I'm your host, Kevin Sugar. We've got plenty to cover tonight, so let's get right to it!"

The camera pans to a shot of a large marble government building covered with politicians and military personnel.

"New talks are underway between the Ziron Empire and the Sea Pig on ways to guard against nuclear attacks by rogue states such as East Korea, Lachston, Blackacre and Silvergrove. Details at this time are scarce, but we will be following this story over the coming days."

A new shot changes the camera, showing an aerial view of a scientific complex crawling with trucks and mobile cranes.

"The European Space Program has officially begun preparations for deep space missions, confirmed Sunday by the Norwegian Government. The program is largely focusing on modifying the existing 2003 Trident Spacecraft. The agreement promotes development of large-scale orbital and deep space exploration and scientific advancement, but the Denathoran administration wants the accord changed in hopes of a manned mission to Mars."

Camera finally switches to a view of protests and riots in Cobraztan.

"Military intervention is reportedly being considered as an option by the Trinity Security Forces in hopes of deescalating the ongoing Civil threats in Cobraztan. Local Separatist movements are gaining support in hopes of establishing a military government in the South American nation. The Trinity may continue possible plans to develop their own military state in region. Zironian, Sea Pig, and Mellonesian governments would not confirm or deny rumours that such an option is being discussed."

The camera cuts back to the news anchor standing at his desk.

"That brings us to the end of our hourly news broadcast. We hope to see you all later tonight. Goodnight Strelitzia. Stay tuned and stay safe!"

[New Lucitania]

The Führer marched through the stone halls of his palace. A toothy grin spread across his face. The man was more happy then he'd been in a very long time. Nations were collapsing, and plenty of land was available for colonization.

The Führer sat down, his leather chair squeaking as he did. He threw his feet up on the desk. The black steel toed boots came down with a thud. Several soldiers and advisors stood near the desk.

"You all have your jobs. I want colonization forces sent to Brazil immediately. We have to move quickly before the Trinity does. We can't let those narcissistic crackpots beat us there."

He gestured towards a scientist and a soldier.

"I want a naval task force moved towards Brazil ASAP. Have civilian vessels moved along with them. We can use them as a shield to avoid confrontation. Also, I want plans for our new twin aircraft carriers dawn up immediately."

The Soldier and Scientist thew their hands high in salute.
"Yes Führer. Heil!"
They soon marched out of the room.


A Naval Task Force has been deployed to Brazil. They carry colonization supplies, and are "escorted" by civilian cruise vessels. Destroyers and Submarines also follow, escorting the main ships.

[Slightly East Korea]

The leader of Slightly East Korea sits on his couch at home after watching the Stelitzian News.
"What is this garbage news corporation. They can't even spell their name right. Screw it, I'm letting them know," he says as he picks up the phone and dials their number. "Hello, I'm calling to let you know you should change the spelling in your name. I would also like you to add an advertisement at the end of the program. You will recieve the details later. Please do everything I told you to do." He hangs up the phone.

As soon as he hangs up the phone he recieves another call. It is from his Military advisor, Preston Garvey. He answers, "What is it this time?"
Preston answers, "I have found a strategic place for a settlement. It's China and it would be easy to colonize right now."
The leader of Slightly East Korea answers, "Okay, good idea. Go do it now. Also, go get working on those two Super Units I have been talking to you about."

[Brysterion]

The doors to the presidents office abruptly swing open as leader and his entourage of generals, secretaries, lawyers, yes men, lobbyists, a few visitors from the lobby and a couple smartly dressed men pulled off the street enter the room. Leader sits down and sips his Salted Caramel Mocha Frappuccino® Blended Beverage, "affordable and refreshing, now what are we dealing with?". "well other than a major pr blunder of a news "corperation" the world is relatively quiet" says a G.O.A.T. operative. The president chuckles "corperation?! Wonder who got fired for that". "leader this is all water under the bridge" says one of the the top generals as the president cringes at his improper use of the saying. "we must consolidate our power" the general continues. The president raises his hand and the room goes quiet. "for the time being we shall build up our armed forces and pursue scientific advancement and alliances, the new age of brysterion has begun".

[The Ziron Empire]

Arkadia grew cold and silent. Flakes of white powdery snow drifted down from the heavens above. The lights were out, and the sun was setting. Leaflets of government propaganda blew throughout the empty streets. Crackling automated voices broke the silence, calling in the daily curfew. Citizens rushed into their houses, locking the doors and sealing themselves away from the world outside.

Hannibal Kozlov stared out the large crystal window of his personal Church, a glass of water in hand. Hannibal had been three months off the bottle, and the world seemed to be getting increasingly better.

Better was a relative term.

The Empire was dying. Morale was falling, insurgents were popping up like fruit flies, and nations around the globe were facing collapse. He was scared. It had only been a couple of weeks since the death of the previous Emperor. Hannibal could feel the pressures building by the hour. He needed something new. A scapegoat. A plan. Something...

His silence was quickly broken by the sound of footsteps. Hannibal's wife stepped next to him. Her black dress and jet black hair seemed hardly appropriate for the biblical building they stood in.

The was first to break the silence.
"Darling. He's almost ready. Just a few more days."

Hannibal downed his drink.
"Can we see him now."

"Doctors say it might be surprising, but yes. We can go see our boy."

The two trotted down the hall. The sun was setting behind the growingly dark skies. Nearly an hour passed as they drove in silence to their destination. A large hospital stood like a giant tombstone in the heart of Arkadia.

They soon enetered a large room filled with massive VAT Systems. Each was filled with humans at different stages of development. A doctor guided the couple to a large silver tube. Inside floated a small baby boy. The future leader of the Empire.

[The Strelitzian Broadcasting Corporation]

Breaking News!

News introduction music quickly fades into silence as the sparking smile of Kevin Sugar comes into view. He quickly adjusts his blood red tie and clears his throat.

"Welcome back citizens of Strelitzia! I'm your host Kevin Sugar!

The camera quickly changes views, showing weather patterns and temperature fluctuations across the Atlantic.

"Storm System Atticus has begun to increase in size near the Caribbean and is expected to develop into a hurricane over the coming days. Atticus is expected to cross Cuba and later make landfall in southern Mexico. The possible Hurricane is expected to be no larger than a category 2, but Mellonesian and Windian residents are to remain indoors as the storm passes."

The camera quick cuts to images of men and women dressed in Pizza Delivery uniforms. East Korean flags wave proudly behind the smiling workers.

"East Korea has seen an economic boom over the last few months as the local corporation "Pizza Sluts" continues to grow in size. The organization has shown innovation in the past, from Pizza toppings that don't go bad, to drone based delivery systems. The restaurant chain is now beginning to expand worldwide, opening stores as far as coastal Brikania. Job applications are being accepted everywhere, opening opportunities for people of all ages."

The camera makes a show of its final shot, a view of the Zironian border fence.

"In our last story tonight, the Ziron Empire has officially closed its borders to emigration. Tourists and international citizens are currently able to enter and exit the country, but local citizens are unable to leave temporarily. The Hannibal Administration has commented, stating the ban on emigration as a temporary measure to prevent illegal substances from leaving the nation. Arkadian police have been mobilized around the nation in hopes of busting everything from drug farming operations to human traffickers and other criminal offenders."

The camera finally cuts back to Kevin Sugar, who waves at the camera with an apple in hand.

"This marks the end of our hourly broadcast! Stay safe and stay tuned!"

[Denathor]

In Iredale Castle, Fort Optimus, Denathor

"Relative peace is nice, but we know this won't last. I want us to make sure we are prepared for the very worst."

Denathor has begun the construction of 3 Anti-WMDs, ready in 6 days.
Budget left: 6

[The Norwegian Lands]

On a just plain beautiful day for a ball game, Pres. Ulsrud is attending a Port Oslo Blue Jays game. The home team is leading 5-0 in the top of the seventh. His cell phone rings. He heads out to the concourse and answers it.

- "Hallo?"

It's his foreign affairs minister, Torger Haugen.

- "Mr. President, I've just received word from our ambassador in Arkadia. They're closing the border to its citizens, but leaving it open to foreign citizens."

Ulsrud locks himself in the family restroom, as he prefers to avoid discussing government business in public.

- "Anything else?"

- Min. Haugen: "Yes. They've started a major crackdown on drug crimes."

- Pres. Ulsrud: "Weed's legal here, so that could cause some problems."

- Min. Haugen: "That's what I was thinking. I would hope our people would know better than to take it there, but you never know."

- Pres. Ulsrud: "I never thought we'd have to do this, as the Zironians have been one of our closest allies over the last few years, but I'm gonna have to issue an advisory against travel to the Ziron Empire."

- Min. Haugen: "Sounds good. Ha det." ("Goodbye.")

The Department of Foreign Affairs has warned Norwegian Landish citizens about the risk of travel to the Ziron Empire. Ulsrud leaves the family restroom - much to the anger of a young mother whose young son needed a diaper change but had to wait several minutes for the bathroom due to the phone call - and returned to his seat in time for "Take Me Out to the Ballgame."

[Zara Pola]

Meanwhile in Zara Pola, the capital city; Littorio..

Today was Zara Pola's beloved leader Duce Anchovy Ciano's birthday. Inside the war room, they had moved the war table aside. A pinata was hung from the ceiling, and Duce Anchovy was blindfolded. "Over there, Duce!" the generals and officers said as all of the highest ranking officers were all gathered in the room. "Duce! Duce! Duce!" they all say as Duce Anchovy stumbled around, swinging a bat around trying to hit the pinata.

Duce Anchovy finally lands a strike on the pinata, splitting it open as confetti and prizes break open, dropping all over to the floor. She takes the blindfold off, as she holds the bat up in glory. "V for Victory!" Duce Anchovy yelled as they continued to celebrate her birthday.

.. Some time later, during her party Duce Anchovy sat on her chair. "So, free land huh? Very compelling, as it has been awhile since we have decided to expand." said Duce Anchovy to her closest advisor. "Taking China would be a great place to start but it seems our allies East Korea is wanting to take it first. We'll have to negotiate with them if we wish to take it for ourselves." Said Duce Anchovy as she looks down at her plate of pizza. "Brazil, parts of Africa, parts of the Middle East.. I'm tempted to just take it all~" Said Duce Anchovy as she held up her pizza and ate the rest of it.

"Prepare the men, we'll see what we can do with the free land we can take." Said Duce Anchovy, as she tip toes over for another slice of pizza.

+2 Super Units
9 budget left

[The Ziron Empire]

Within the walls of the Legislative Building, a storm was brewing. Emperor Hannibal sat alongside a vast conglomerate of military generals, renowned scientists, and silver tongued politicians. The dim white lights hummed quietly within the room as they slowly but sure drew their plans against mankind.

General Unok Kaa spoke loudly. His booming voice and confident speech drew the room his attention.
"The Soviet Union is collapsing. We should take Kazakhstan while we have the chance! A full frontal invasion would keep the land from the Zara Polans and Lucitanians. We can't risk them taking it. It's too close to our capital."

Economist Ryan Omera was quick to respond, cutting of the General before he could continue.
"Excuse me General, but we don't have the budget or time for that. Our internal insurgency crises are taking up too much resources as it is. We need a new plan."

Scientist Ethan Lake spoke softly.
"Mars. We do have Mars."

The room went quiet. General Unok glared at the man.
"Mars? You want to go to Mars? What makes that a better idea then securing a foothold here on Earth?! The only place that matters!"

Ethan was quick to respond. He adjusted his glasses, resting them on the bridge of his nose and continued.
"Mars has more than we need. The local Asteroid belt could be mined for reasources. That would fix our resource and economic issues in one simple stroke. Not to mention that a space endeavour always helps to boost national morale."

Unok seethed. He turned to Hannibal.
"So Emperor.. What do you think?"

Hannibal smiled a toothy grin.
"I want the Mars operation launched immediately. However, we need to assure our assets. I want several military satellites launched into orbit. If other nations have this idea, we can make sure we damage their mission long enough for us to get there first. But let's be honest, we're light years ahead of what other nations are capable of. What are they gonna do? Steal our tech"

Unok scowled.
"Sir. We still need a military operation. Other nations may think we're weak. We need a revitalization of something. After all, War always helps approval ratings."

Hannibal turned to the man, his face as still as stone.
"I want projects Anomaly and Black Forest begun immediately. You contact the scientists. Find what you need. I'll make some temporary cuts in the transport budget."

Unok beamed with excitement.
"Yes Sir."

Past Budged: 15
Purchased:
- 1 Super Unit = -3 Budget
- 1 WMD = - 5 Budget
Current Budget: 7 Budget Points

[Brysterion]

During a brief break in his day leader stops to watch some television. He stops to check the score of the baseball game, he nods approvingly as he switches to the news. After it finishes he gestures to his assistant "check stock for pizza sluts, maybe I'll invest" after a pause he continues "you know who I hate? That smug arrogant scum bag kevin sugar, why I'd like to slap that idiotic grin off his face... well that gives me an idea, fetch our top G.O.A.T. operatives" several minutes later suave special agent James bont codenamed the "black goat" strolls in "you called?" "I did, and I have a job for you, bring me Kevin sugar..."

[The Norwegian Lands]

After the baseball game, Ulsrud returns to the Gray House and turns on the Strelitzian Broadcasting Corporation news.

- "That's the problem with it being pennant race season. All the domestic networks are showing baseball, so I have to watch foreign news."

The top story on the newscast is the abduction of Kevin Sugar by men in Brysterionian uniforms. In response to seeing the article on the news, Ulsrud announces tough new measures against the Brysterionians - already considered one of his nation's enemies. His finance minister, Jim Robertsen, issues tough new trade sanctions on Brysterionian officials and companies, as well as any foreign individual or company currently doing business or having done business in the last 6 months with the sanctioned companies. In a joint press conference, TNL's Communications Minister, Anna Bergström, whose department oversees the government broadcaster, and TNL's National Security Minister, Josh Hughes, announce that enhanced security measures will be implemented at the studios of TNL World 1, TNL World 2 and TNL World News, the government-owned networks for international consumption, to avoid such an incident on Norwegian Landish soil.

[New Lucitania]

The streets of Kaas City roared with the cheers of its citizens. National pride filled the air of New Lucitania. The sound of the national anthem was rivalled only by the sound of marching boots and the mechanical hum of tank treads. Rows of soldiers, tank columns, and nuclear missile trucks paraded through the streets, showing a new year of Lucitanian might.

The Führer sat with the Lucitanian Supreme Commander, Klaus Vachton atop a tank. The pair waved to the citizens who cheered and hollered at the advancing military parade.

Klaus leaned over to speak with the Führer, but kept his gaze towards the citizens to wave and smile.
"Mein Führer. Reports have come in the USSR is collapsing. Alexander Koslov was reported dead, and Union leaders are fighting for power. We don't expect the nation to last much longer."

The Führer replied only after a moment, his calm voice filled with pride and joy.
"No matter. Send advisors to our allies in the Global Security Confederation. With the Soviets gone, we can expect a change in leadership and damn if I'm gonna let the Brysterion leader take command. It's time to show our might, and with our new generation of weapons under construction, we need not worry about the World Security Council."

Klaus returned to his position atop the tank, and continued to wave to the citizens.
"Yes mein Führer. I will also establish weapons trades with the Brysterion government, East Koreans, and Zara Polans. Our allies should be ready for when we advance."

The two shared a quick gaze and smiled. Great things were about to happen, and Lucitania would take center stage in the creation of a brand new world.

Lucitania has begun arms trades with the Global Security Confederation. Advisors have also been sent to the organization's members. A border wall is also under construction around New Lucitania. It will be roughly 16 feet tall and constructed from concrete and steel. The wall is expected to encompass the nation as a whole. It is expected to be completed in about a years time. New Lucitania will also be closing its border to immigration and tourism while the wall is constructed.

1 Super Unit = -3 Budget
1 WMD = -5 Budget
Current Budget = 7

[Denathor]

The Royal Steward steps up to the podium in front of cheering citizens. He takes a deep breath. He is about to deliver the most important speech of his Stewardship.

"Denathoran people, ever we have been explorers! Never have boundaries stopped our spirit from achieving the impossible. This does not stop now! For I announce a new mission. Our destination? No less than the final frontier itself! I am commissioning a colonization mission to the planet Mars, which will serve as a gateway to the asteroid belt. The mission will begin as soon as the launch base is finished construction, which will be very soon."

Questions taken after this announcement revealed that the launch base is being constructed outside of Manchester, that it will be completed in a 2-3 months, and that Denathor will not be allowing other nations to join in this mission.

[Zara Pola]

The Zara Polans have deployed its forces in Kazakhstan,Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and North West of China to peacefully occupy the land but will use force on those who are against it. Zara Pola has begun its expansion onto the Pacific also, having to reach Brazil and take parts of it. There would soon be propaganda all over the place.

Meanwhile in Littorio, Anchovy was in her office with her feet up on her desk as she wiggled her wine glass, which was not filled with wine but grape juice. "Ah, it feels great does it not?" Duce Anchovy spoke to her adviser. "Zara Pola has remained isolated for now, but with our powerful allies; the Lucitanians, The Brysterions and East Koreans.. we to need to grow."

Duce Anchovy then stood up as she looked out her window. "Our great comrade Alexander Koslov has fallen, he was a good friend but unfortunately his time has come. We will be taking those lands for now, as we do need the resources." Duce Anchovy then turns back around towards her adviser. "Zironians and the Denathorans sure have their technology and are even heading out to space to mine on Mars." Duce Anchovy turns to a Solar System set, where she then spins it around.

"We will wait and see what happens next."

random music

[The Ziron Empire]

The quiet hum of electronics was the only thing to be heard at the Zironian Intelligence Agency. Emperor Hannibal sat alongside his advisors, each watching the same videos that play before the,. Satellite images showed the government what they had latest feared. Lucitanian and Zara Polan colonization attempts. Live feeds showed GSC forces in Asia, South America, and spreading even further then that. The room stood in an uneasy silence, but all the rooms occupants knew what they had to do.

Hannibal was first to speak.
"We can't lose Kazakhstan. It is a vital staging point for enemy advancements. However, we can't risk all out war with the Security Confederation."

Hannibal pondered his thoughts for a minute more.
"Launch our MAV Units into Kazakhstan. I want no active combat, but we can't have to watch our southern border. Have them fire warning shots only. Smoke and blanks. Scramble some drones while we can. I want all eyes on the Zara Polans."

Hannibal turned to Cassidy Spike, his personal secretary.
"I want a formal meeting scheduled with Duchess Anchovy. Perhaps we can work on some sort of land negotiations."

She nodded in notice.
"Sir, what about the Mars missions? ZSA is looking for a go or no go response from you?"

Hannibal grabbed his coat and prepared to exit the room.
"ZSA is good to go. Have them begin as soon as possible. We are not losing to the Denathorans."


Concept Art of the Zironian MAV Units being utilized in Kazakhstan.

The Ziron Empire has begun to launch pieces of the 'Uuthelian' spacecraft into orbit. This will be the first pieces of the craft that will soon carry Zironian Cosmonauts to Mars. A non-violent military campaign has also been launched against Zara Pola in Kazakhstan. Hannibal is waiting on Duchess Anchovy on possible land negotiations.

[Slightly East Korea]

The leader of Slightly East Korea would like to negotiate land claims amongst the Zara Polans and the Zironians. He believes that there is a way to do it peacefully and perhaps gain a valuable ally.

[Zara Pola]

With the Zironians alert response to the was-to-be occupation of Kazakhstan, the Zara Polan Military were then on alert at the Zironians. Both countries currently sit at the borders, but no battle was fought at the moment. Zara Pola continues to expand on the Pacific.

At the Duce Anchovy's office..

"Bah, the Zironian Empire interferes with our great expansion?" Groaned Duce Anchovy, as she rolled her eyes. "Hmph! They want to pick a fight with us in their crumbling situation?" Duce Anchovy spoke. Suddenly her adviser walks forward and shakes his head. He then began to whisper to her ear. "The Zironians want to negotiate? Psh, because it is a weak spot if they ever war with the GSC?" Duce Anchovy spoke.

Suddenly a messenger walked into the room. "Duce Anchovy!" the messenger said. "What is it now?" Duce Anchovy spoke. "The Zironians have requested to have a formal meeting with East Korea and you, Duce Anchovy and negotiate about the situation in Kazakhstan." The messenger said again. She then looked at her adviser, which he nods. "Alright, fine. I accept the negotiations, but it better be good." Duce Anchovy said. "So much for free land.. they better give us something good." Mumbled Duce Anchovy.

She sighed as she looked out at the window. "Though, having the Zironian Empire on our side wouldn't be such a bad thing either.." Duce Anchovy spoke to herself.

(TLDR: Zara Pola has accepted the meeting/negotiations between East Korea and the Zironian Empire over Kazakhstan.)

[Denathor]

"An excellent day for a Mars mission, wouldn't you say?"

Denathor's top scientist, Anthony Roy, stands with the Steward at mission control.

Jonathan takes a deep breath and replies.

"Yes, I suppose. The fact that we as a nation are making history is quite--"

He breaks off as a man in a military uniform runs into the room. He salutes both the Steward and the scientist before handing Jonathan some papers. He reads them quickly, his face growing paler the longer he read them. At last, he finished reading them, and sat in a chair, comprehending what he just read. His face turned redder the longer he thought about it. At last, Dr. Roy spoke.

"Are you okay, sir?"

Jonathan managed to master himself as he replied.

"Yes, just... a report. Does General Asgard know about this?"

The soldier nodded.

"Bring him to me."

The next few minutes were quite awkward as they waited for Asgard to show up. When he did, the Steward pulled him close and snarled in his ear.

"Scramble some fighter jets. If any foreign objects enter our airspace, shoot them down, no matter what they are. We aren't letting the Zironians take our glory away from us!"

[Cape Bonanza]

Autokrator Nikolaos IV Komnenos and the Parliament have passed several reforms upon Byzantium to boost the Gross Domestic Product, the productivity and cut spending but in the meantime offering the money cut in another way.

First Reforms Passed:

The Thema System is established, all regions and provinces of Byzantium are having their own seperate army and Command HQ, but all are under the commands of the High HQ in Constantinople, the capital. Also, every region and province must calculate it's spending and earnings and report to the Ministry of Economic and Public Spending Regulation for a raise in budget.

Environmental Protection Act: All parks that cover a several area with more than 100 trees will be declared national parks, and will be fenced around and recreated to increase the beauty of the nation.

Social Activities Act: This act allows everyone to receive a job in state owned factories under no payment, in the condition the government will provide housing and enough food and other materials or necessities to the family/families.

[Brysterion]

The clock strikes 4 jarring the president from his stupor. The door to his office opens as a flood of lackeys enter the room. "what should be our nest course of action" the president inquires. "we must pursue space exploration!" his science adviser exclaims. "we do not have the money or manpower to spare" says the president quickly, he continues "in response to those fools in TNL hold a press conference denying any attempt in the kidnapping, say they are as mistaken as their country is beautiful or some crap like that". What of the situation in Asia?" inquires one of the generals. "we will pledge our support to the alliance as we build up our army, also we must suggest joint leadership of the GSC with lucitiana" says the president. "also secretly contact ziron, if we are to pursue negotiations than we should... sweeten the deal" "sir are you suggesting returning the anchorman" "no you fool offer to divert funds to their mercury mission" "mars sir" "get out you're fired". The president leans towards his G.O.A.T. operative "see to it that he never walks again... and shoot his dog while you're at it" "also execute Kevin honey" a assistant starts to correct him than quickly thinks better of it. "also prepare the plaza for a nation wide address, it's time to join the future"

the G.O.A.T. and star dust programs have received a boost in funding

Budget: -5 wmd -3 super unit 7 budget remaining

[The Norwegian Lands]

In Pres. Ulsrud's office at the Gray House, he and Min. Hughes are watching the 12:00 news. They see clips from the Brysterionians' press conference.

- Min. Hughes: "Do you believe a word of what their press secretary is saying?"

- Pres. Ulsrud: "Not at all. Historically, when nations like theirs deny something like that, that does little more than prove that they did it."

- Min. Hughes: "Good point."

- Pres. Ulsrud: "I also see on the news that there's a space race going on between the Denathorans and the Zironians."

- Min. Hughes: "Both allies. The Denathorans have always been our closest ally, but our relations with the Zironians have never been better. Which of them do we join?"

- Pres. Ulsrud: "I already spoke to the Denathorans. They said they're working alone. As for the Zironians, I'll give them a call, see if they want our help."

- Min. Hughes: "Sounds good. Anything else?"

- Pres. Ulsrud: "Yes. If you're heading back to the Capitol and see Min. Haugen, can you talk to him? Ask him to phone the Cape Bonanzans. I'd be interested in setting up relations with them."

- Min. Hughes: "Will do."

Phone calls to both nations have been made.

[Denathor]

"5... 4... 3... 2... 1... ignition!"

The space shuttle Discovery lifts of from mission control just outside of Manchester. The nation celebrates as so far the mission appears to be a success.

Antiaircraft weapons and fighter jets are set close by to stop any Zironian interference, hopefully long enough that the shuttle can be safe.

[Zara Pola]

Zara Pola has begun setting up defences around its borders with artillery pieces active, with Kazakhstan still under control Zara Pola currently, as the meeting will be taking place somewhere. Zara Pola's cuisine is becoming very popular around the world but mainly in Asia.
Zara Pola propaganda is advertised everywhere daily in every Zara Polan occupation. Zara Pola are also hosting military parades in its cities, celebrating to their beloved ruler; Duce Anchovy Ciano.

2 Super Units finished building
-3 budget Anti-WMD
Current Budget: 9