A dispute of protection. (Hiatus Indefinitely)

[Agathourn]

After the Agathournian government had recently acquired land that practically doubled the amount of territory the government had controlled Agathourn had begun an advertising campaign to attract foreign settlers from all over the region. It was met with success as thousands of people from the neighboring country of Hecton flooded into these new lands looking to build new lives for themselves. However, in an effort to protect Hectonian citizens the military superpower of the region Retributions Hammer sent in around a third of their military in an effort to protect Hectonian settlers and "secure" Agathournian lands from bandits and barbarians. Generally this wouldn't have had repercussions however the Retributions Hammer did this without the permission of the Agathournian government. As a result of this the Agathournian government is demanding an immediate apology from the Retribution Hammers government as well as a pulling out of all military personnel.

[Izenmar]

Over three-thousand Izenmarian nationals, trained in the National Academy of Izenmar -- one of the most exclusive schools in the country, travel to the new Agathournian region, dispersing across the region and settling together with Hectonians. It is unclear the intentions of the Izenmarian state, but Agathournian reports small numbers of troops are being stationed outside Agathourn.

[Retributions Hammer]

The Retributions Hammer pulls out it's military, but did not apologize for what they have done, angry at their foreign neighbors that they think the Retributions Hammer are annexing. The relationship between the two nations grow tense, and because the news quickly spread to the Retributions Hammer's streets, riots broke out demanding for war, improve relationships, apology, etc. outside of the Arcturus Hammer Dawn.

[The Jonathanian States]

The Jonathanian Empire

3.2.14 Seestein,Jonathania
Proposed and drafted: By Sir Clinton Charters; 3.2.14
Authorized: By HIM Jonathan Von Seestein; 3.2.14

ENCRYPTION: None
TO: Governments of: Agathourn;Izenmar;Retributions Hammer. And all whom it may concern
SUBJECT: Diplomatic Crisis
FROM: Sir Clinton Charters, Foreign Minister of the Jonathanian States.

Greetings.

It has come to our attention that troops had been moved by one nation onto an other, without the latter's permission,barely avoiding war.
Also has come to our attention the demand of an apology made by the latter, and growing jingoist spirits in the former.
It is as such that we ask all involved factions to ignore jingoist demands, and lay down their arms for peaceful talks.
Should a neutral negotiator and/or location for such be needed, the empire offers itself.
That being said, the empire declares that it will hold a harshly negative view of those who should decline this request in favor of war.

Sincerely,

Sir Clinton Charters, Foreign Minister of the Empire of the Jonathanian states.

[Agathourn]

In retribution the Agathournian government has withheld all settlers visas from citizens from Retributions Hammers, while those who have already come into the country may stay no one else may enter. Small amounts of soldiers are seen patrolling the border as well. "The government of Retributions Hammer is shameful if they can believe they can go around and spread their imperialism wherever they go and place soldiers in whoevers territory they like without the explicit permission of the government! An apology is needed or these will escalate!" - said President Aaron Li earlier today in his state of the Coalitions address.

[Retributions Hammer]

Feeling threatened and taunted, the administrator of Defense in the Retribution's Hammer aimed all their guns at any Agathourn person nearby, shall they be innocent or not, due to caution of war and spies infiltrating into the borders. Riot polices go out to the streets to calm the riots, and the Retribution's Hammer demands to Agathourn to cease any provocation, since no one was killed when RH (Retribution's Hammer) military forces came to secure new territory, and if any further threats stay and continue, war is imminent, and RH sees no reason why war has to happen just because their military forces were helping the new inhabitants and tried to defend them from barbarians and enemies without permission, and why they deserve to be attacked/treated like this. If threats and provocation continues, the Retribution's Hammer will have no choice but to aim all their guns at Agathourn, the nation itself.

[The United Peoples of Zansterria]

The United Peoples of Zansterria is repulsed by the actions of the Retributions Hammer in infringing upon the national sovereignty of a nation. Zansterria states it wishes for stability in the region and urges the Retributions Hammer to apologize so as to ensure that conflict does not break out. Furthermore, it advises Aguathorn to not escalate the conflict and to immediately return settlers Visas to residents from the Retributions Hammer. If conflict breaks out the United Peoples of Zansterria will act in the interests of the entire region and will intervene to promote stability.

[Agathourn]

Parliament House
With the rising tensions between the two nations the entirety of the parliament, the judical branch of Agathourn, and the executives of the nation gathered inside of the Parliament House today for a secret meeting to discuss the outcomes that will occur. As the region's military superpower many of the members of the parliament were fearful of an all out attack from Retributions Hammer's well trained armies. However others argued that this will be the only way to show the members of the region will not be kicked around like lackeys for Imperialism and expansionism. "If we are to become a truly independent nation, free from the chains of vassalage, then we must declare a war upon the nation of Retributions Hammer!" argued the leader for war, Adam Lington. News copters and reporters gathered around the house as citizens from all over the nation watched on the edge of their seats. Eventually after heated debate the president came out and issued an immediate state of the Coalitions address. It was in this time he began to speak to the nation, and perhaps to the region. "I know that many of our nation's proud citizens are afraid, anxious about the growing situation between our two people. Many are worried that Retributions Hammer's military is so great, so vast that they will completely overrun us. However, we have endured much more terrible crimes and we will endure these times of hardships. The Retributions Hammer has committed an act of aggression of expansionist imperialism that cannot be let go, even if we are afraid of the consequences. They claim that they don't deserve to be treated like this! They claim that they don't want to be held responsible for their actions of moving in men and women who are armed to the teeth into foreign lands, to protect a foreign people without permission! They make claims that if this conflict escalates then they will be forced to fire upon our people, our nation! Well if they wish for a war so much then they may act upon it! However, it will not be us to make the claim of hostility! It will not be us to fire the first shots which will affect this nation for generations for come! It will not be us who will write a new chapter into Agathournian textbooks! It will be them! And as of right now, I am moving our nation's finest, and bravest onto the borders of Agathourn and I am prepared to mobilize the entirety of this nation's sickle and sword if we need to."

[Retributions Hammer]

The RH spies have recorded the entire speech and documents have been sent back to the Administrator of Defense and Military. They know that earlier, long time ago, they have bypassed an early law not to attack foreigns without reason unless they have caused provocation. This lead to a secret meeting with ALL administrators of the RH government. Similar to Agathourn, the citizens of RH listens tensely for any movement.
Administrator of Defense: "I was hoping they'd see reason, but it may seem they think we are doing bad things against THEM. Just because permission was needed, does not mean all-out war!"
Many administrators demanded war, others demanded peace treaties and such, however, the military readies their guns.
"We have been oppressed long time ago, and we tried to lend our help to the Agathourn," Xyario Tyvernius says in his speech. "But, if they do not accept our good hospitality, do not want to borrow defenses, then they'll beg in our doorstep for help the very second they get attacked by another larger nation. We do not want them oppressed nor attacked by a superior, but it may seem that they haven't learned anything from what has happened. A declaration of war is imminent, but I try to say no, and my assistants have tried multiple times to veto it. The time is to act now-- We shall ready our well-trained military, secure homes, calm down riots, and hopefully, everyone would see reason. It would not seem so, and I have no further choice..."

The administrator of Defense have began a campaign to neutralize all nearby Agathourns, aim 80% of military guns at Agathourn, and have started multiple helicopter sweeps near the territory of Agathourn. Multiple tanks are guarding outside RH's borders with firepower support, getting ready for attack. However, after this has been done, the campaign suddenly stopped, but it doesn't seem to be over yet.
(UPDATE) It seems the specific target the military is aiming for is Southern Agathourn, knowing that crippling the economy will also cripple the entire Agathourn itself.

[The United Peoples of Zansterria]

The United Peoples of Zansterria does not take a side in the conflict and tells both nations to stand down immediately. Using its economic importance as leverage, Zansterria threatens to impose economic sanctions on both countries if they do not peacefully talk to each other in Zansterria's capital with arbitration by President Loman of Zansterria.

President Loman sends the following open letter to the Retributions Hammer and Agathourne:
Residents of the Retributions Hammer and Agathourne,

I am deeply alarmed by the escalating conflict between your two nations. A war would be detrimental for everyone in the region. Residents of Retributions Hammer, you are rightly offended at Agathourne's demand that RH forces be withdrawn, but understand that national sovereignty is a sacrosanct right that should be guaranteed to all nations and that you may have caused worry for many of Agathourne's residents. Residents of Agathourne, do not be worried of any imperialistic power threatening to infringe upon your right of self-government and freedom; the United Peoples of Zansterria has always stood for freedom and will see that this is always the reality for every citizen of the Conglomerate of the Eldritch Magic. The recent escalations have resulted from misunderstandings, and conflict can be avoided if everyone is willing to momentarily lay down their arms and consider peaceful diplomacy that will quell the concerns of both sides.

Regards,
President Nicholas Loman, Leader of the United Peoples of Zansterria

[Retributions Hammer]

Retribution's Hammer seized an opportunity to align to another region, gathering in more spoils of people's war and resources as it floods in RH's border. The RH also aims it's guns at Zansterria's farmlands, aiming specifically at their economy, and rumors are spreading that a strange but devastating project is beginning. Additionally, RH warns that Agathourn is no longer their neighbor, including Zansterria, and will face extreme prejudice.

[Izenmar]

TO: The Regions of Agathourn and Retribution's Hammer
FROM: The Supreme Council of the People's Republic of Izenmar

Dear sovereign governments of your respective nation-states,

The Supreme Council of the People's Republic of Izenmar has decided that Izenmar ought to play an active, yet non-aggressive role in the currently escalating conflicts between your two nations. Our military forces shall be establishing bases throughout the newly settled region of Agathourn. The military shall not be provoking violence with the military forces of either Retribution's Hammer or Agathourn. This is a pre-emptive action carried out in order to maintain Izenmarian control over the region, that should be clearly stated. However, Izenmarian forces shall defend the functioning of Agathournian systems and defense of it's citizens, as well as what Izenmar considers to be their rights, no matter what Agathourn does. Any attacks on Izenmar, Izenmarian civilians, Izenmarian citizens, Agathournian civilians, or damaging of non-military systems within Agathourn or those not directly supporting Agathournian military forces shall be taken very seriously, and intense military pressure shall be exerted on the aggressors. Similarly, Izenmar is allowing unusually easy migration into Izenmar, for any persons who do not feel safe in Agathourn's borders, or have other business in Izenmar. It is also restricting travel for non-essential persons into Agathourn until a further time, when the Supreme Council determines it safe. Izenmar is not siding with any nation-state in this conflict, merely it's own and the Agathournian populace.

Sincerely yours,
The Supreme Council of the People's Republic of Izenmar

[Retributions Hammer]

The Retribution's Hammer send offering gifts of food and over 10,000 Sabres from the RH's huge treasury to get the Izenmar to align with them, while some of the citizens of RH are throwing insults at the Agathourn, calling them names and such, before the government cut down the freedom of speech a bit. The RH also are still not doing anything, trying VERY hard not to make things escalate too quickly.

[The United Peoples of Zansterria]

The United Peoples of Zansterria declares that the actions of Retributions Hammer are morally reprehensible and instates economic sanctions in response to its shown belligerence. President Loman raises the warning level of the military to Z-1 from Z-0 and increases security along the Zansterria-RH border. In addition, Zansterria asks Agathourne if it would like any aid or if it would like any military protection. Though the Secretary of the Ministry of Defense advises President Loman to preemptively strike the Retributions Hammer, public sentiment is against engaging in unneeded conflict and so forces are currently on standby.

[Retributions Hammer]

Artillery are standing with infantries at the borders of the Retribution's Hammer, aiming at any hostiles except Izenmar forces, though, they still halt any Izenmar forces that would try to pass the border and would ask for identification.

[Agathourn]

All Izemarian forces who are attempting to enter Agathournian territory with intent to build a military base, protect the people of Agathourn, or occupy Agathournian lands without the explicit permission from the Agathournian government are stopped at the border and told to leave immediately. Those who ignore the request were opened fire upon immediately. Meanwhile the border patrol has been increased from the usual guard with a rifle to a squadrons routinely being stationed at outpost. Executive Order 1132a has also been enacted by the Parliament and any town within fifty miles of the border have been turned into defacto fortresses as artillery pieces and airstrips are prepared. Drones are seen hovering above the border as well, most of them seemingly observational. General Qieu who is the Secretary of Defense has also stated that Agathourn would be glad to be under the aid and protection of Zansterria.

[Hecton]

The Hectonian government has condemned the actions of Retributions Hammers and their wholly unneeded attempts of protection for Hectonian citizens and request that the Retributions Hammers never attempt to protect Hectonian citizens without permission from the Hectonian government or the government the citizens are currently residing in. They also state while Retributions Hammer has always been an ally should conflict escalate the government will support the people of Agathourn. However they will not make any attempts at hostility with the two nations.

[Izenmar]

Izenmarian troops deployed in Agathourn return to their territory when stopped by Agathournian forces.

TOP SECRET HIGHLY ENCRYPTED MESSAGE

TO: Retribution's Hammer
FROM: The Supreme Council of the People's Republic of Izenmar

Dear sovereigns of the nation-state of Retribution's Hammer,

It would appear that Agathournian forces have stopped Izenmarian troops establishing military bases in the region of Agathourn. Our troops have accordingly retreated into our territory. But do note this is merely a strategic repositioning, to rearm and regroup our forces. Both of our nation-states would be at a very significant disadvantage in a war against Agathourn, so it is of course best if our two nation-states cooperate for the purpose of seizing control of the region of Agathourn and crushing it's government, and establishing rigid defenses against other nations such as the Republic of Hecton and Zansterria, who shall likely become our enemies very soon. The first order of business the Supreme Council of the People's Republic of Izenmar would like you to carry out is to of course ready your forces for battle, but also rally other nation-states to your side, amassing every inch of support possible. But do this covertly. The People's Republic of Izenmar does not maintain any serious relations with other nations, but we maintain a large amount of top spies within the region of Agathourn, who are investigating and gaining knowledge, as well as building retinues and expanding their reign of potential control and influence over their locations, and we are as we speak sending spies into The Republic of Hecton and Zansterria. Our cells within the region of Agathourn are also gathering the assistance of local warlords, barbarians, and international terrorist organizations. Continue diplomatic actions with Agathourn and it's allies, but always attempt to appear morally superior, as this can create some support within the populace. This will also distract from your ongoing preparations for war. The People's Republic of Izenmar shall do the same. Do tell us of your long-term intentions with the region, and we shall disclose to you ours.

Sincerely,
the Supreme Council of the People's Republic of Izenmar

[The United Peoples of Zansterria]

The United Peoples of Zansterria continues to be alarmed at the RH wanting to bring Agathourne under its hegemony as it fears a more powerful RH. For now, Zansterria decides on inaction until Agathourne is invaded directly or unless Agathourne directly requests support from Zansterria.

[Military Democracy of Birtonia]

For Jeebus's sake guys organize your posts, this is a mess

[Agathourn]

((Sorry that you didn't like the roleplay. I'll be sure to accommodate your taste next time.

[Military Democracy of Birtonia]

OOC: Didn't mean to come off as a dick, but ive seen threads like this get shutdown

[Agathourn]

((It's okay, it is a mess. However perhaps advice on how to organize it would be helpful. Almost everyone here is new to NS anyhow.

[Medist Concur]

The Medist Concur stands neutral, but is on edge to support Agathourn. However, it is supplying the war by helping with relief effort.

[Retributions Hammer]

The President of Retribution's Hammer declares that he is not part of the war, and it is simply the Secretary/Administrator of War and Defenses, since it is both of their choices and they are cooperating together, and the President himself has nothing to do with this and does not have enough power to fire Secretaries right on the spot. He apologizes for military action against Agathourn and Zansterria, but then again, it's his two Secretaries' fault. Meanwhile, the President may help fuel war effort on both sides with relief effort similarly to the nation Medist Concur. However, this action angered some of the population of Retribution's Hammer, but the President continues to try and repair the lost relationship with Agathourn, and he can do nothing about the war, and *ENCRYPTED MESSAGE TO HIGHER-RANKED OFFICIALS OF ALL NATIONS AFTER THIS WARNING* his secretaries are also giving him no choice: Either he help kill the enemies or do nothing. Despite the Secretaries' threats, he creates a secret campaign to help the innocents.

Meanwhile, the military of Retribution's Hammer are starting to be heavily trained for a later assault.