Sovereign_of_Solaris

People’s Republic of Jiāyuán Tian walked through the streets, looking over a parchment. Mostly filled with the usual repeated messages he noticed at the bottom an announcement. ‘Calling any willing and able citizens, the Republic and the People need your service! The General Secretary and the People’s Council Committee have approved of the development of a standing armed force to defend the Republic from the horrors and barbarians of the wasteland!` He came to a stop suddenly hearing a man calling out to the crowd “Join the People’s Liberation Army! We are looking for volunteers willing and ready to put their lives on the line for the People!” The man called out, a small crowd had gathered. A man called out from the crowd “I volunteer!” he cried, and another called out. Tian rushed forward raising his hand into the air “Sir! I wish to serve in the People’s Army!” -- The General Secretary looked at his advisor. “We don’t have the funds to train an entire army.” The advisor nodded “No, but we’ve begun an initiative to find volunteers. What training we can offer will be given to them, hopefully they’ll serve as a great example to others and do what we cannot.” “Then see to it, put it in next week's pamphlets and call it the Officer’s Initiative.” The PLA initially only finds a small amount of volunteers for it’s ‘initiative’ however the JPR’s armed forces don’t require volunteers. It’s people are required to serve when called upon, the volunteers will be made into Officers and Leaders. In other news the settlement pours its funding and treasury into acquiring means for construction and expansion. The People’s Council Committee seeks to know whats going on outside the settlement and deeper in Chicago’s urban jungle, unknown threats are unacceptable. As Americans used to say, better the devil you know. ==OOC== Population: 1,500 Base Income: 15,000c Population Income: 8,000 Market: 2,000c Upkeep: 1,000c Total: 24,000c Productions/Expenses Base: 2M, 5S, 2R Scrap Yards(2): 2M Pop Production: 4R Pop Needs: -6S Storage 4M/10S Buildings 2 Scrap Yards, Market -Actions- With support equipment or a means to better defend a position with limited weaponry lacking. The JPR puts it’s scientists and engineers to work on designing a basic heavy firearm also known as a Machine Gun. (6R/10R T1) In preparation for expanding the Republic the General Secretary has called for local artisans and blacksmiths to begin filling the JPR’s Armories to ensure security for their settled areas and the ability to project themselves into nearby areas. 25 Tier 2 Firearms and 150 Tier 2 Melee Weapons are put into production (4M) With the need for expansion and construction 3 Construction Yards are put into development for the next year. (22,500c) The PLA’s beginnings start this same year as the armories expansion. Officers are selected amongst volunteers and trained to lead the fledgling People’s Liberation Army. 15 Men receive training (1,500c)

Harvest Expedition Earth Calendar 2092 ==OOC== Worlds Harvest Population: 29,787 Happiness Base: 50 Democratic: 10 Total: 60 Buildings Extractor, Storehouse, CY(5), CF(5), Embassy, Shipyard, MF (1) -Storage (2092)- 13.5R 18.75M 4.8G Income Base: 10,000c Pop: 29,787c Leftover: 9,360 Maintenance: -4,000c Total: 37,147c Production/Consumption Extractor: 10.5R Civ Factory: 6.5G Military Factory: 1.05S Construction Yard: 5.25M Embassy: 1.05 I (Total: 2.10) 10k Pop: -2G Actions The Harvest Expedition’s 2nd Colony Ship is deployed and settles on the Toxic World. During the initial establishing operations many in a satirical manner called it Paradise, the name stuck. Two Fuel refineries are also established as the colony is being organized. (6M, 12,000c) The Shipyard is put to work this year as a Transport is constructed (2M, 3,000c) To meet Nasa and the homelands demand, the colony of Harvest wastes no time getting to work on research. 1 Research Facility is constructed (8M, 20,000c) As research takes a priority, Harvest and the Japanese Colony announce a joint-research commitment to Project Mailbox.

Application Faction Name: People’s Republic of Jiāyuán Civilization Type: Civilized Starting Points: Pop Stack (5 Points), Tech Bonus (5 Tech, 5 Points) Faction Backstory: The People of Jiāyuán are the descendants of Chinese POWs. Memories and stories passed down by those who survived tell the tale of many brave souls that gave their lives so that others may have lived. When the bombs began to fall, the prisoners overwhelmed and attacked their guards, securing weapons and supplies. Under normal circumstances their revolt would have been put down with ease, however the world was ending as atomic bombs fell upon America. Utilizing the chaotic situation to their advantage they learned that a nearby town had access to what they called a ‘Vault’. Some sort of doomsday bunker, being their only real choice other than facing the Nuclear Apocalypse above ground the company took their chances. When they arrived they found the vault, its occupants and the US Military...throwing themselves at the enemy it did not pan out as it had at the prison camp. Blood was spilled, both civilian and military. Those that did survive the battle took to the vault, along with some of the few surviving civilians not that they had any choice. Once taking to the Vault they sealed themselves away from the world above and began their new life, taking to the one they knew, the culture they grew up on and the ways of their homeland. Life in the vault however would prove difficult, as the Vault was not meant to hold to such a capacity its resources begin to strain after 2 generations. Tough decisions were made..reducing the population to buy themselves more time in the Vault, until the day finally came where they needed to make the decision to reduce the population to extend their already near exhausted supplies or leave the vault and risk the world. Their leader, Jiāyuán (Whom the settlement would be named after.) who had come to power after the previous was not as harsh and cold as his predecessor. Taking the chance they opened the vault and emerged into the wasteland to find a torn and destroyed world, far more dangerous and lethal than the one before. The nearby town was reduced to rubble and nothing of value could be made of it. Men, women and children set off to find a new place to call home. After months of travel they came across the decayed remains of Chicago, this would be where they would make their new home. Jiāyuán would sadly pass away from radiation poisoning before their new home would be settled, thus in honor of his memory it was named after him. Characters (Minimum 1) Character 1: Xīwàng Tiāntáng, A young male having just reached the age of 16. A man within his culture, for years he helped as an extra pair of hands as a scavenger and hunter. Now seeking his own path within Jiāyuán he hopes to prove his worth to the People and to the late Secretary General. With his skills in traversing urban areas and his trained handling of a firearm he seeks to join the People’s Liberation Army. A formal and dedicated security force for the People, and to defend the place they now call home. Discord: You got it

Harvest Expedition Earth Calendar 2091 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zc_JcGuH5Z8 Governor Pyke moved through the mining facility, looking for the head engineer. He hadn’t received a report in 2 days, everything was going as scheduled but that was no reason to break procedure. The sound of machines and men calling out as they worked filled the facility as well as an old rock song blaring over the speakers. Searching everywhere and finally finding someone pointing him to Head Engineer Douglas. The man stood working on an excavator, a headset half wrapped around his neck and welding goggles covering his eyes. “As long as we can make it to the shuttle tonight. We’re an American Band.” He sang aloud with the radio. “Mr. Douglas!” Pyke called out, his words went unheard it seemed. The man pulled away from his work lifting off his goggles and noticing Pyke standing nearby. “Oh hello Sir! Pleasure to see you here.” “My office hasn’t gotten a report from you in almost three days!” They yelled back and forth over the deafening noises that filled the air. “Never enough engineers and mechanics Sir! I’ve been too busy for paperwork.” “It doesn’t work that way.” He said with an irritated look. The man shrugged back “I’ll try to send you it tomorrow, but we have to get these back and running. Don’t want to fall behind in schedule!” The Expedition was going well and according to plan, facilities were eating through produced resources quickly. Soon another Extractor would have to be constructed just to keep up on what was needed. ==OOC== Worlds Harvest Population: 18,360 Happiness Base: 50 Democratic: 10 Total: 60 Buildings Extractor, Storehouse, CY(5), CF(1), Embassy -Storage (2090)- 15R 18.5M 3.3G Income Base: 10,000c Pop: 21,360c Leftover: 8,000c Maintenance: -2,000c Total: 37,360c Production/Consumption Extractor: 10.5R Civ Factory: 1.3G Construction Yard: 5.25M Embassy: 1.05 I (Total: 1.05) 10k Pop: -1G Actions In order to move needed materials and be self-sufficient Harvest constructs its own Shipyard. (4M, 8,000c) With the growing population of colonists and more possibly on the way a massive expansion in civilian industry is put underway to meet population needs and Earth’s demands. 4 Civilian Factories are built (8M, 16,000c) A Military Factory is constructed to allow the production of supplies. (2M, 4,000c)

Harvest Expedition Earth Calendar 2090 The USS Columbus and USS Darwin both had arrived in EZ Aquarii, as the vessels searched through the system they realized just how small and lacking the system truly was, passing by an asteroid belt they located two more orbital bodies. A Toxic and harsh world and a second..green and blue marble sharing a similar orbit to earth. Even amongst the stars miracles still happen. Amongst the Governor and his advisors the destination for the USS Columbus was quickly determined and the vessel commenced it’s landing on the new world dubbed ‘Harvest’ in honor of the Expedition. The USS Darwin is kept in orbit and on standby until the Colony has another use for it. For now the colony was focused on preparing their new homeworld to sustain the large population that they carried onboard. Within the year the Colony had been mainly established with proper storage facilities and extraction operations being brought into service. The first years of establishment would be the most important.. ==OOC== Worlds Harvest Population: 18,000 Happiness Base + Democratic: 60 Buildings Extractor, Storehouse -Storage (2090)- 3M 3G Income Base: 10,000c Pop: 18,000c Maintenance: -1,000c Total: 27,000c Production/Consumption Extractor: 10R 10k Pop: -1G Actions 1 Embassy is constructed (5M, 5,000c) 1 Civilian Factory (2M, 4,000c) 5 Construction Yards are constructed (10,000c)

Application form (for detailed mechanics, please confer with the ruleset linked above) Discord: You have it --- Name (colony): Harvest Archetype (choose one): National Colonization Mission Mother Nation: United States of America Sponsoring Space Agency (you may choose one): NASA Colonial Leadership: Democratic Mission classification: Expansion Add. starting equipment: 1 Point - 10M 4 Points - 8,000 Colonists (18,000 Total) Background: The Land of the Free and Home of the Brave, a nation founded on exploration, expansion and faith. With earth’s material needs and massive populations it was only natural to expand to the stars for resources. While the United States Space Force focuses its efforts on Militaristic Expansion and Security, the Harvest Expedition was proposed and narrowly achieved funding as a long term investment to establish resource bases in the hopes of feeding back to the Homeland. Mainly a civilian venture by Nasa, security still follows the proper authority and chain of command of US Military Officials and the Commander and Chief. A large labor force and materials needed to establish a self sufficient were put together and launched on Ascension Day. It’s destination was 61 Cygni. God Bless America, and God’s Speed Harvest Expedition.

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Tsardom of Khasavo P.D 45 --OOC-- Armed Forces 10,000 Regulars T3 100 Su-40s 100 Icarus Suits (1 Ace) Navy 1 Destroyer (A) Industry 2 NR: 2 Nephilite 7 Mines: 7 Steel 5 HF: 5 AP 2 Drydocks: 2 SP Population: 115,364,652 Food Production 54 Farms: 54 FU Upkeep Total: -50 Cities: -7F Population: -44F Income Base: 10k 100mil Pop: 20k Trade (10): 10k CM (10): 20k 4 TD: 20k 4 CD: 16k Capital: 3k Army Upkeep: 1k Navy Upkeep: 250 Total: 98,750g -Conventional Tech (2)- (MOD) Slot 1: Slot 2: (Secret) -Nephilite Tech- Slot 1: Dual Nephilite Power Core (48) Actions The Tsardom in a great interest in Exotec Expertise sends them a large lump sum, promising the same amount each year until the project is completed. (25,000g, Miniature Power Core project originally due 50PD.) A Destroyer is put into construction (2SP, 5,000g) 3 Mine and 4 Drydocks are constructed (45,000g) The Tsardom in the hopes of preserving it’s ability to protect the northern coastline diplomatically reaches out to Chryse in the hopes of purchasing and paying for the construction of an Atlas. (MOD)

Tsardom of Khasavo P.D 44 --OOC-- Armed Forces 10,000 Regulars T3 100 Su-40s 100 Icarus Suits (1 Ace) Navy 1 Destroyer (A) Industry 2 NR: 2 Nephilite 7 Mines: 7 Steel 5 HF: 5 AP 2 Drydocks: 2 SP Population: 112,004,517 Food Production 54 Farms: 54 FU Upkeep Total: -50 Cities: -7F Population: -44F Income Base: 10k 100mil Pop: 20k Trade (10): 10k CM (3): 6k 4 TD: 20k 4 CD: 16k Capital: 3k Army Upkeep: 1k Navy Upkeep: 250 Total: 83,750g -Conventional Tech (2)- (MOD) Slot 1: Atlas (45) Slot 2: (Secret) -Nephilite Tech- Slot 1: Dual Nephilite Power Core (48) Actions The Tsardom in a great interest in Exotec Expertise sends them a large lump sum, promising the same amount each year until the project is completed. (25,000g) 7 Civilian Manufacturing (52,500g) The Tsardom reaches out to League of Neutral Cities for discussion, it takes an interest in the cities near its borders. (MOD)

Sol Empire 2214 Lord Windsor entered the Imperial Palace heading into what would normally be the Sovereign and his families more private section. Passing guard after guard he reached the main suite of the Usenko family. The guard would open the door for him, as he entered Bohdan was sitting on a chair giving him a glancing nod. The current mood was that of sorrow and worry. Heading up the stairs to the study, Nina met him as she exited the room. They didn’t exchange any words as she went back down the stairs. He entered the room finding it a complete mess, papers and books scattered about the room. He cleared his throat “Don’t bother Lord Windsor, I’ve already heard the news.” He nodded and remained where he was by the door. “Admiral Chester was a fool..but a brave fool. The final reports as I can tell..the enemy is again as crippled as we are.” “That’s what your analyst believes. We gained time, but that seems to be all we ever can gain…” “We lost most if not all of our experienced Officers…what we need..” Viktor turned to him with a glare. “No.” the two stared for a moment “My lord we need experienced officers.” he pleaded. “Your daughter graduated top of her class and already has experience in command of a vessel.” “Bohdan is too obsessed with his career as a pilot he doesn’t even have a wife yet, I need one of them to continue the family.” Windsor held out a piece of paper. Viktor looked to it, walking around the desk he snatched the paper and read it over. Lord Windsor took a quick breath. “What sort of game has she put you up to?” He demanded “My lord, I promise you this is no scheme. Bohdan submitted his resignation yesterday and it was processed. The Lords will demand that someone in the family serve, and she volunteered…” ==Stats/Income== Pop: 12,535,904,072 Income Economy: 10,000c 2 M - 1 F CS(1): 5,000c Business (15): 45,000c 12 Billion Pop: 30,000c 3 Farms Upkeep Army: 4k Fortification Upkeep: 1K Unused: 8,000 Total Income: 93,000c Refinery: 1F Industry (8): 8 Metals Stockpile 14 Fuel 10 Metal CS: 1 4 TC ==Research== Passive Slot 1 2217 Passive Slot 2 Warp Sensors Passive Slot 3 Deflectors ==Actions== The need to detect the enemy from a greater range than simply sensor scans is considered to be a much needed advantage. Looking into ways to expand a more accurate range to detect Warp Signatures or bursts to detect passing or incoming vessels is given a priority. (15,000c per year. See Passive Slot 2) Perhaps always seen as a staple in sci-fi stories, scientists believe the ability to create an energy like barrier is doable. Utilizing the spare science teams left from previous successes the project is given the go ahead. (15,000c per year. See Passive Slot 3) Bringing the captured Ascardian Support Carrier into service, the Empire constructs 2 Fighter Wings. (10,000c, 2M) 2 Light cruisers are brought into construction (20,000c 8M) 5 Destroyers are constructed (30,000c, 10M) 3,000 Unused

Tsardom of Khasavo P.D 43 --OOC-- Armed Forces 10,000 Regulars T3 100 Su-40s 100 Icarus Suits (1 Ace) Industry 2 NR: 2 Nephilite 4 Mines: 4 Steel 2 HF: 2 AP 2 Drydocks: 2 SP Population: 108,742,250 Food Production 47 Farms: 47 FU Upkeep Cities: -7F Population: -43F Income Base: 10k 100mil Pop: 20k Trade (10): 10k CM (3): 6k 4 TD: 20k 4 CD: 16k Capital: 3k Upkeep: 1k Total: 84k -Conventional Tech (2)- (MOD) Slot 1: Atlas Slot 2: Special Forces (44) -Nephilite Tech- Slot 1: Dual Nephilite Power Core Actions Farms are built across the vast stretches of land to accommodate the ever growing citizenry of Khasavo (7 Farms, 35,000g) The Tsardom announces it’s own initiative to combat piracy and any unruly criminal fleets in the north. Their Navy is preparing to receive a massive expansion next year, this year however marks the official birth of the Royal Navy. 1 Destroyer is constructed. (2SP+5,000g) 3 Mines are constructed (15,000g) 3 Heavy Foundries are constructed (22,500g) Okhrana (6,500)

Sol Empire 2213 “The enemy clearly wasn’t expecting a counter attack, my sovereign. I don’t believe we should risk escalating the war and taking it to their worlds at the expense of earth’s defences.” explains one of the Lords “Admiral Chester’s success while skilled and well executed cannot purely be marked down without luck.” Viktor leaned forward from his throne “The enemy has not attacked us in some years, not even so much as a corvette raiding party. Perhaps their failed invasion was far more costly to themselves than we give ourselves credit for.” He looks to Admiral Chester. “Lord Windsor has spoken to me several times in debate on the enemies capabilities. What do you think on the subject Admiral? You were in their territory.” Admiral Chester was weary of getting involved in Gaian politics. “My lord, while I do not believe the enemy is incapable of meeting us in the field. From what my short time in their territories tells me is the enemy has preferred to protect the more vital areas of their infrastructure. We only encounter a lone destroyer defending a mining facility. I believe both make good cases, it is simply a matter of how do we wish to proceed.” The other Lord’s murmur and eye the Admiral, it wasn’t really an answer but Viktor seemed satisfied. “Then so be it, until the Ascardians approach us wanting peace we shall continue to bring them the very war they started!” The Sol Empire’s focus continued on expanding its Navy and strictly only industry to support it’s further expansion. As the Ascardians have made no attempt to bring about discussion for a peace agreement or even a ceasefire the Empire senses weakness and distraction and plans to take full advantage of such. ==Stats/Income== Pop: 12,290,102,032 Income Economy: 10,000c 2 M - 1 F CS(1): 5,000c Business (15): 45,000c 12 Billion Pop: 30,000c 3 Farms Naval Upkeep: 4K, 1F Upkeep Army: 4k Fortification Upkeep: 1K Total Income: 81,000c Industry (8): 8 Metals Stockpile 12 Fuel 20 Metal CS: 1 4 TC ==Research== Passive Slot 1 2217 Passive Slot 2 (14) Light Cruiser Hulls Passive Slot 3 Itoron Armor (Finish Turn 14) ==Actions== 12 Frigates are constructed (12M, 48,000c) 1 Fuel Refinery is constructed in the Tyber System, expanding and readying to meet the fuel needs of the ever expanding Gaian Navy. (25,000c) 8,000c unused

Tsardom of Khasavo P.D 42 With each passing year the Tsardom’s budget grew and allowed for more expansion, as Kaiju attacks to the south come to the news as well as the apparent scouting in the north the Tsardom begins to focus its economic power to rebuilding its Army and Naval forces, both of which had seen not much attention since the Reconstruction. While Khasavo holds much to worry about, there is news to bring celebration and hope in the region's continued prosperity. Tsärevich Nicholas Demidov II the only son of the Tsar will be marrying one of Maximillian Draken’s daughters giving the Tsardom deeper ties with the House of Draken and the United Principalities as a whole. The Tsar claims that such a step is “One of the many to bring about the return of the Empire.” he is quoted in telling a local newspaper. --OOC-- Armed Forces 10,000 Regulars T3 100 Su-40s 100 Icarus Suits (1 Ace) Industry 4 Mines: 4 Steel Population: 106,090,000 Income Base: 10k 100mil Pop: 20k Trade (10): 10k 4 TD: 20k 4 CD: 16k Capital: 3k Upkeep: 1k Total: 78k -Conventional Tech (2)- (MOD) Slot 1: Atlas Slot 2: Special Forces (44) -Nephilite Tech- Slot 1: Dual Nephilite Power Core Actions With the growing concern of piracy across the world, the Tsar has demanded that such banditry be met head on and without mercy. Not allowing any debate on the subject the Army and Navy both will begin expansions however the Navy is far more favored in the long run. Factories and Air Shipyards are constructed to meet the demands of the Tsar! (2 HF 15k, 2 ASY 20k) In preparation for the naval and army expansions within the Tsardom Nephilite will begin in earnest to be extracted, processed and stored for future use or trade so long as military needs are met. (2 NR, 10k) In the interest of expanding the Tsardom’s budget, investments are returned to civilian industry to aid in expanding the yearly budget (3 CM, 22,500g) The Royal Wedding is held at the Imperial Palace in Khasavo! Spared no expense. (5,000g) Okhrana (5,500g)

Tsardom of Khasavo P.D 41 With each passing year the Tsardom’s budget grew and allowed for more expansion, as Kaiju attacks to the south come to the news as well as the apparent scouting in the north the Tsardom begins to focus its economic power to rebuilding its Army and Naval forces, both of which had seen not much attention since the Reconstruction. While Khasavo holds much to worry about, there is news to bring celebration and hope in the region's continued prosperity. Tsärevich Nicholas Demidov II the only son of the Tsar will be marrying one of Maximillian Draken’s daughters giving the Tsardom deeper ties with the House of Draken and the United Principalities as a whole. The Tsar claims that such a step is “One of the many to bring about the return of the Empire.” he is quoted in telling a local newspaper. --OOC-- Armed Forces 10,000 Regulars T3 100 Su-40s 100 Icarus Suits (1 Ace) Population: 103,000,000 Income Base: 10k 100mil Pop: 20k Trade (10): 10k 4 TD: 20k Capital: 3k Upkeep: 1k Unused: 2k Total: 64k -Conventional Tech (2)- (MOD) Slot 1: Battle Cruiser Airship Slot 2: Special Forces -Nephilite Tech- Slot 1: -Redacted- Actions 4 Commercial Districts are constructed (40,000g) 4 Mines are constructed (20,000g) Tsärevich Nicholas Demidov II makes an official visit to the United Principalities of Chryse, specifically the Principality of Arnheim. (Mod) Okhrana (4k, Mod)

Tsardom of Khasavo P.D 40 The Tsardom of Khasavo had rebuilt itself after the collapse and brutal civil war which by many was still ongoing. Kornograv, their communist rebels were an unfortunate participant in the AoN, which is what has pushed the Tsardom to keep its distance and silence in the AoN’s meetings and happenings. They were quite content to continue to rebuild and expand on their own, while they didn’t owe the Principality their loyalty or servitude but Chryse was nonetheless an important ally in holding out during the Civil War. The RCKK being a third faction to arise in the civil war provides a decent buffer between Khasavo and the communist horde to the East. For now the Tsardom focuses internally building it’s economy and military force. Eyes fall east as a vast territory of City States and loose affiliated factions fill the area. Whether through conquest or diplomacy the Tsardom wishes to expand...if you believe the whispers. --OOC-- Income Base: 10k 100mil Pop: 20k Trade (10): 10k Capital: 3k Upkeep: 1k Total: 42k -Conventional Tech (2)- Slot 1: Battle Cruiser Airship Slot 2: Special Forces -Nephilite Tech- Slot 1: -Redacted- Actions 4 Trade Depots are constructed this year (40,000g) Several Su-40 Squadrons patrol the Coastline and the northern ocean territories keeping an eye out for Kaiju as reports have been noted that activity has increased in the northern regions of the world. (Mod) 2,000g unused

Discord Name; You got it Nation Name: Tsardom of Khasavo Government Type: Absolute Monarchy Leader: Tsär Nicholas Demidov I Culture: Tsarist Russians History: The Tsardom of Khasavo was once a part of a greater Empire and a united people. The Civil War erupted near the start of the Destruction War, As the Communist Uprising among others tore the Empire apart from the inside out. However a great many in the military and those around Khasavo held faith in the Empire and rallied under the banner of the old Emperor’s most faithful noble families, House Demidov. A large portion of the old guard and their forces swore loyalty to Nicholas Demidov I after the Emperor and his kin were slaughtered by the Communist uprising. Taking the title of Tsär of Khasavo, Nicholas was able to secure his home and the nearby provinces to remain loyal. The war was costly however and it appeared neither side was capable of warring the other to a final defeat so instead the two remained at odds in the presence of each other's existence. As the years went by and war became further and further from the people’s mind they focused to rebuild as a far greater threat existed. The Kaiju as many called them. While very wary of their neighbours the Tsär holds no interest in a war with the Communist of Kornograv while the monster threat remains a top priority. Though whispers of rebirthing the Empire flow throughout the Tsardom and ambitious eyes look beyond Khasavo’s borders. Groups or places of interest: Key Figures (3 people with points): Tsär Nicholas Demidov I Leadership: 5 Martial Skill: 2 Charisma: 5 Tsärevich Nicholas Demidov II Leadership: 4 Martial Skill: 6 Charisma: 2 Markov Tsezar Artemovich Leadership: 3 Martial Skill: 5 Agility: 4 Point Distribution: Loyalty:4 Industry:5 Tech:6 Size:10 Military:5 Economy:0 Nat Idea: Unique Units (3): Spetsnaz [Replacement to Special Forces] The Spetsnaz are the Tsardom’s Special Forces unit trained specifically to operate in enemy territory and operate independently. From Assassination, Sabotage to Advanced Recon the Spetsnaz are highly trained and go through a rigorous and brutal training regime. Sukhoi Su-40 [Elite Fighter Jet] The Su-40 is an advanced Fighter Jet Design capable of carrying a heavy armament to support ground troops and engage in Anti-Kaiju Operations as well as aid in conventional warfare. A squadron is more than capable of handling an engagement against other aircraft of equal number and more. [Top Secret] Starting Location: Are Mechs superior to tanks?: According to you, yes.

Sol Empire 2212 With the Ascardians having withdrawn after their failure to invade Gaia, Humanity has taken every moment to prepare and ready for another attack. Lunar Outposts and Missile Silos are rebuilt and repaired. Gaia’s Orbital Defense Station has also been rebuilt after the loss of the previous station. The navy sits prepared and ever vigilant to defend Gaia, not wishing to allow the Ascardians the same mistake made before as they slipped past the fleet. Home was all that mattered as it was the Core of the Empire. It’s territories provided assistance in its development but this was a luxury. Earth could never again be left to defend itself. With recent discoveries this new world has caught the minds of many, while the Empire has speculated it may perhaps look to colonization efforts in the near future. Many have already come to see it as Gaia’s sister world of Terra. Unfortunately with War and enemies abound in the vast void the Empire cannot risk diverting much needed shipyard space to a colony ship. While the Ascardians had been handed a crushing defeat in their failed invasion, they are nonetheless untouched and preparing to escalate the war further... ==Stats/Income== Pop: 12,049,119,640 Income Economy: 10,000c 2 M - 1 F CS(1): 5,000c Business (15): 45,000c 12 Billion Pop: 30,000c 3 Farms Naval Upkeep: 4K, 1F Upkeep Army: 4k Fortification Upkeep: 1K Total Income: 81,000c Industry (7): 7 Metals Stockpile 12 Fuel 18 Metal CS: 1 4 TC ==Research== Passive Slot 1 2217 Passive Slot 2 (14) Light Cruiser Hulls Passive Slot 3 Itoron Armor (Finish Turn 14) ==Actions== Upgrading the Shipyards in Albion is given the remaining budget for this year. 25,000c (50,000c/50,000c) 8 Frigates were constructed this year. (8M, 32,000c) 1 Destroyer constructed this year (2M, 6,000c) Orion expands its Industry (1) 15,000c Efforts continue to crack the Ascardian Computers in efforts to use their navigational systems to find where the Principate resides. (3,000c)

Sol Empire 2211 Hatred, curiosity, and confusion fills the minds of billions within the Empire. Information coming to light of the Ascardian’s relationship with humans stuns many, as is the case with answers more questions arise. However whether their ‘Siblings’ were once humans moved elsewhere or if both are the subjects to some sort of higher beings experiment isn’t the question that needs to be answered. With the nuclear attacks the Empire is united in their war against the Ascardians, they know that one side needs to be victorious and that humanity has earned itself more time. Defeat of the Ascardians is the one thing all agree on, how to deal with the Ascardians after such a thing..is split between many. Some claim they deserve extermination, others demand subjugation. However these arguments are but white noise compared to the cries and cheers for war to avenge the millions who died from the enemies cowardly act. The War has only just begun... ==Stats/Income== Pop: 11,812,862,393 Income Economy: 10,000c 2 M - 1 F CS(1): 5,000c Business (14): 42,000c 11 Billion Pop: 27,500c 3 Farms Upkeep Army: 4k Fortification Upkeep: 1K Total Income: 79,500c Industry (7): 7 Metals Stockpile 11 Fuel 10 Metal CS: 1 4 TC ==Research== Passive Slot 1 2217 Passive Slot 2 (14) Light Cruiser Hulls Passive Slot 3 Itoron Armor (Finish Turn 14) ==Actions== Business Infrastructure in Alpha Centauri is beginning to be rebuilt. 1 Business (15,000c) 5 Destroyers are constructed (30,000c 10M) Upgrading the Shipyards in Albion begins (25,000c/50,000c) The Remaining budget is dumped into aiding the teams in decrypting the Ascardian Computers and Languages. (9,500c) The two exploration Vessels are deployed south to the galaxy arm below the Empire’s current territory. In search for a habitable planet, or anything of note for the Empire. (Mod, apologies for blurry image)

Sol Empire 2211 Nina stood before a group of cameras, her ceremonial outfit held a golden halo that was held between both shoulders representing a sunrise. The ‘armored’ set she was was blue with golden stripes. “Children of Gaia, my brothers and sisters. This conflict has found its way home, as the Ascardian Principate landed forces in Madagascar..after our brave naval forces made their way home they made short work of the weakened fleet courtesy of our brave men and women stationed above earth and upon the Lunar Defenses.” “When the enemy realized their failure to hold an advantage..the cowardly ascardian commanders deployed nuclear warheads against our civilian populations and abandoned their own soldiers to die. Reports...indicate that over two hundred million men..women and children are dead due to this attack. No communication has been successful with the Ascardian Principate but we have sent a clear message!” “Again and again, despite their superior naval technology our captains and admiralty strike against them again and again! Proving that our people despite what one could call a disadvantage have proved superior! This race strikes at us with fear because they know what we can become. Their failure to cripple and destroy our unwavering spirit will be their downfall!” “We will strike back and bring the war to them, but for now we must remain cautious and vigilant. To ensure another incident such as this doesn’t happen again we will be expanding our naval efforts. We will match their naval capacity and ensure that justice is brought to the millions of souls that now rest in Gaia’s care.” “Ad Astra Per Aspera!” ==Stats/Income== Pop: 11,581,237,641 Income Economy: 10,000c 2 M - 1 F CS(1): 5,000c Business (14): 42,000c 11 Billion Pop: 27,500c 3 Farms Upkeep Army: 4k Fortification Upkeep: 1K Total Income: 79,500c Industry (7): 7 Metals Stockpile 10 Fuel 11 Metal CS: 1 4 TC ==Research== Passive Slot 1 6th Year Total Budget (72,000c) Passive Slot 2 (MOD) Light Cruiser Hulls Passive Slot 3 Itoron Armor (Finish Turn 14) ==Actions== 50,000 Light Infantry recruited (4,000c) 200,000 Regular Infantry recruited (20,000c) 400 Fighters are Constructed (15,000c 2M) Utilizing the Ascardian’s captured Support Carrier the ship is studied and used in helping design a human made cruiser styled vessel. (40,500 + 10%: 44,550c) The Support Carrier’s computers, if still intact, are searched and explored in an attempt to find a way to have a map of or too Ascardian Space. (Mod) With plenty of the enemy dead to deal with, their race is studied closely. Curious to see why they seem so similar to humans. (Mod)

Sol Empire 2209 “They call themselves the Ascardian Principate, oddly enough sir they are not all that different than ourselves..give or take a few odd features.” The Officer stood before the Sovereign, his son and daughter present. “We’ve learned enough about their language to communicate effectively, and with our ability to communicate over vast distances we could possibly attempt to communicate with them.” “They haven’t made any attempts to make demands, I think they only wish to conquer us.” Bohdan sighs. “We’re stuck on the defensive for now, we simply can’t afford to spare anything for an attack.” Viktor looked between his two children “A fair yet obvious observation son, how do you think we should proceed?” “We should continue to hold them off, then chase them back to whatever hole they crawled out of.” Viktor nodded, not at all surprised “Nina what do you think?” “We have the ability to communicate, and last I heard one of our frigate crews was taken prisoner. I’m sure we are both capable of communicating clearly by now, I say we reach out and demand an answer. Don’t ask for peace, simply demand an answer for these attacks. If they want peace it’ll be because we’ve exhausted their efforts to take our Empire.” Bohdan and Viktor seem a bit surprised at her sudden attitude change. “Both make fair points, I think it’s clear that some form of communication needs to occur.” ==Stats/Income== Pop: 11,486,900,623 Income Economy: 10,000c 2 M - 1 F CS(1): 5,000c Business (14): 42,000c 11 Billion Pop: 27,500c 3 Farms Upkeep Army: 4k Upkeep Navy: 4k, 1F Unused: 2,500 Total Income: 79,000c Industry (7): 7 Metals Stockpile 10 Fuel 1 Metal CS: 1 4 TC ==Research== Passive Slot 1 (Unknown) (See DMs) Passive Slot 2 (Turn 11) (See DMs) Passive Slot 3 Itoron Armor Having gained access to this new resource the Empire begins looking into how to use it to apply as an Armor for their ships. (Finish Turn 14) ==Actions== Further expanding the Empire’s naval power 3 more Destroyers are put into production (6M, 18,000c) With the Fleet actively defending Alpha Centauri and the enemies apparent push to remove sensor sights from the sector the Empire feels something else is at work. The Northern Sector of Orion which houses the Empire’s entire Industry is given priority for Fortification expansion. (50,000c for 1 Level of Fortifications.) The Empire pours it’s remaining budget into [Passive Project 2] in the hopes of bringing it to fruition a year earlier to free up the teams to research the next needed project. As the need to match the Ascardians naval power has reached an absolute priority. (11,000c) The Empire of Sol utilizing it’s Quantum Communication technology attempts to make contact with the Ascardian Principate. Demanding an answer to their transgressions against the Empire. (Mod) The Exploration Vessels continue their missions together, deploying themselves northeast. They are ordered to keep an eye out for any Ascardian Fleets (Mod)

Sol Empire Gaian Shipyards, London June 7th, 2208 Nina walked through the short corridors of her frigate, engineers and other construction crews brush past her and work across the vessel. The ship had taken a serious hit in the battle and was disabled but luckily they had been able to get her operable to return home. She held in her hand an infopad with the listing of all lost personnel onboard the ‘Wasp’. She frowned, it would be a long night of writing condolence letters to the families of her crew members. “Captain!” She heard a voice call out, turning on a heel she saw Lord Windsor marching down the Corridor. “Lord Windsor, it’s an honor to see you. How may I be of assistance?” she asked curiously. “Your command is being transferred, your Lieutenant will take over command of the ‘Wasp’.” She seemed perplexed, there was no sense in being transferred to a Destroyer or a new ship they had plenty of other Officers. “Sir..If I may ask where I am being transferred to?” Lord Windsor handed her a letter with a frown. “You’re being put on leave...indefinitely, By your father’s demand.” Taking the letter into hand she reads it over once, before she could offer a protest to Lord Windsor he simply nodded “You are dismissed Captain Usenko.” He continued on, the shipyards hard at work as they prepared their new vessels and repaired those damaged. She felt her heart hit her stomach. Imperial Palace Geneva, June 12th Sovereign Usenko glanced out the window at the rain as it covered the window, the loud repetitive sound of boots hitting the floor caught his attention. Turning to the door, Nina walked through the door holding up a piece of paper “What the hell is this?!” she demanded. He gave her a look “You already know the answer, don’t waste your breath asking a pointless question.” “You took me away from the one thing I’ve trained my entire life for!” He faced her “Do not use that tone with me Nina, you’re not a Naval Officer first. Your duty comes to the family first and you know that, if something should happen to your brother before he is capable of continuing the family then it falls to you.” “Then call him back from his service, I’m not going to be stuck on this rock for my entire life. I worked hard for my position, and you in one swoop just took it all away from me.” She crumpled up the paper throwing it to the floor. “You were meant to captain a naval exploration vessel not a warship.” “I did what was asked of me, we needed capable officers in charge and I was quali-..” He cut her off “Enough!..” for a moment there was silence between the two. “I’ll hear no more of this, now your brother will be home within the week. Some of the Lords will be visiting and I need you both to be present and in proper attire.” He turned looking out the window, Nina composed herself but didn’t respond turning and leaving the room. ==Stats/Income== Pop: 11,152,330,702 Income Economy: 10,000c 2 M - 1 F CS(1): 5,000c Business (18): 54,000c 10 Billion Pop: 25,000c 3 Farms Upkeep Army: 4k Unused: 1,000 Total Income: 91,000c Industry (4): 4 Metals Stockpile 8 Fuel 0 Metal CS: 1 4 TC ==Research== Passive Slot 1 (Unknown) - 18,000c (See DMs) Passive Slot 2 (Turn 11) (See DMs) Passive Slot 3 Itoron Armor Having gained access to this new resource the Empire begins looking into how to use it to apply as an Armor for their ships. (Finish Turn 14) 4,000c is given to the project, with the war only just beginning any advantage is needed against this Alien Menace. ==Actions== The need for a vast navy is required to defend the territories of the Empire as compared to a strong central naval fleet, as such 6 Frigates are put into production this year. (6M, 24,000c) Further meeting the demands and needs for the War Industry is expanded in the Northern Sector. (3 Indy, 45,000c) The 23 Survivors are tended to, the healthy prisoners however are subjected to interrogation and study throughout the year in an attempt to learn their language and more about their Race. (MOD) The pair of Exploration Ships head two sectors west, away from the conflict as they search for worlds, resources or anything of note that the Empire might take interest in. (MOD)

Sol Empire A quiet yet paranoid year for the Empire, the fleet grows in strength as they prepare to push out against these Xenos. More was needed to be known of this enemy. ==Stats/Income== Pop: 10,827,505,536 Income Economy: 10,000c 2 M - 1 F CS(1): 5,000c Business (17): 51,000c 10 Billion Pop: 25,000c 3 Farms Upkeep Army: 4k Unused: 3,000 Total Income: 85,000c Industry (4): 4 Metals Stockpile 7 Fuel 0 Metal CS: 1 4 TC ==Research== Passive Slot 1 (Unknown) (See DMs) Passive Slot 2 (Turn 11) (See DMs) Passive Slot 3 Itoron Armor Having gained access to this new resource the Empire begins looking into how to use it to apply as an Armor for their ships. (Finish Turn 14) ==Actions== The Gaian Shipyards continue to produce Warships. 1 Frigate, 3 Destroyers (22,000c/7M) Alpha Centauri expands its business capacity to it’s limit to help fund the Empire’s war preparations. (3 Business, 45,000c) 1,000c Leftover

Kingdom of Rhorric 869 ==Stats/Income== Base: 10,000g 5.5 Mil Pop: 11,000g Capital: 3,000g Trade: 13,500g Civ Manu (4): 6,000 2 CD: 8,000g 2 TD: 12,000g Army Upkeep: -1,125g Castle: -1,800g Total: 60,575g 4 Mines: 4 Steel 4 HM: 4 AP Food Income/Needs 5.5 Million Population: -22 Units 2 Cities: -8 Units 32 Farms: 32 Units Upkeep - +2 Units Total Pop 5,627,644 Army Available Manpower: 50,000 Army Cap: 12,500 ==Passive Tech Research== Tech - 6 1st Slot – Started 869 Heavy Infantry 2nd Slot ==Passive Magik Research== Magik - 5 1 slot – started 869 Beastial Form (T3) This allows the user to transform into a Beast of their choosing, and remain in such form as long as they wish. However each user may only have 1 form chosen upon first casting. ==Actions== Work begins by order of King Théor to rebuild the ancient tower they had discovered. (30,000g) 4 Civilian Manufactories (30,000g) 575g left over

Sol Empire Nina looked out the view-port as she watched the navy's new destroyers be brought into service. Bohdan walked past in the hallway in his flight suit, holding his helmet at his side. “So I heard you ran into them.” “Not quite face to face but we encountered two of their ships. We don’t know how many they have but we need to be ready, I imagine destroyers are what we’ll be producing for some time now.” She leaned on the guard rail. Bohdan looked over the Destroyer as it’s main guns were being installed. “I can’t imagine how you enjoy sitting in a chair telling the crew what to do, when you could have been sitting alone in a nice fighter. Total control of your vehicle.” “Because I get to see the stars and travel them, you wouldn’t get it.” she waved him off, he shrugged turning to continue his way down the hall. “Well whatever you do. Don’t go getting yourself killed or I’ll never hear the end of it from dad.” She shook her head with a smirk before sighing, a frigate for now...she thought but perhaps one day she’d earn her way to commanding something larger. She already earned some praise in taking command during the ‘Contact’ Incident, but it wasn’t enough. Not yet. ==Stats/Income== Pop: 10,615,201,506 Income Economy: 10,000c 2 M - 1 F CS(1): 5,000c Business (17): 51,000c 10 Billion Pop: 25,000c 3 Farms Upkeep Army: 4k Total Income: 82,000c Industry (3): 3 Metals Stockpile 6 Fuel 1 Metal CS: 1 4 TC ==Research== Passive Slot 1 (See DMs) Passive Slot 2 (See DMs) Passive Slot 3 Itoron Armor Having gained access to this new resource the Empire begins looking into how to use it to apply as an Armor for their ships. (21,000c) ==Actions== The Gaian shipyards produce 2 Destroyers for the fleet (12,000c/4M) Building 1 Industry (15,000c) 3,000c unused.

Empire of Sol 2205 Solar Calendar Emergency Council Meeting March 14th, 2205 5 Days, 16 Hours, 42 Minutes, 52 Seconds since the detection of a Foreign Vessel…. “Ladies and Gentlemen! This emergency session is called to order!” The Speaker would announce as the room was filled with Lords and Military Officials murmuring about recently rumored events. Though soon enough the hall would grow silent. “Director Emmerich Kohlberg of the Strategic Information Service will be briefing this conference. Director you have the floor.” Director Kohlberg stood before the conference hall’s podium, the room darkened as vid screens projected in different locations so that all in the room could see. “Just under six days ago, one of our deep space satellites had detected a space faring vessel.” he shifted to gesture to the feed as it was played back. “Naval and Intelligence Committees have all come to an agreement this vessel is not of human design. They aren’t outlaws or rebels, but an Alien vessel. It’s light armament and design from what our analyst can tell is similar to our own exploration vessels.” The room would burst into subtle growth of whispering and murmuring the rumors had been confirmed as true. The Speaker would slam his gaffle to regain the conference's attention. “Order.” He awaited a moment before speaking “Continue director.” “Thank you Speaker, the S.I.S has already briefed Sovereign Usenko and Lord Admiral Windsor on these matters. However at the request of Sovereign Usenko, he asked that the Lord’s of Gaia propose and debate how to proceed…” Outside of the meeting hall at the back entrance, Viktor’s two children listen and watch the proceedings. Bohdan Viktorovych Usenko, his eldest listens intently rubbing his chin. “Seems Lord Windsor is getting the navy he so badly wanted, looks like you’ll get your wish sister.” Nina Viktorovych Usenko shrugged leaning against the side of the door entrance “Not exactly what I was hoping for. I was hoping to serve aboard the next exploration vessel..not a warship.” Bohdan chuckled “And while you’re off chasing Aliens I’ll be here with my Squadron.” The meeting after some time was coming to a close, this contact would change the Empire’s entire plan from economic expansion to war time industrial and naval expansion. Bohdan looked to his sister “Ad Astra Per Aspera.” She gave a nod and replied the same. “Ad Astra Per Aspera.” ==Stats/Income== Pop: 10,510,100,501 Income Economy: 10,000c 2 M - 1 F Business (17): 51,000c 10 Billion Pop: 25,000c 3 Farms Upkeep Army: 4k Unused: 8,000c Bonus: 10,000 Total Income: 82,000c Industry (3): 3 Metals Stockpile 4 Fuel 0 Metal CS: 1 4 TC ==Research== Passive Slot 1 (See DMs) Passive Slot 2 (See DMs) ==Actions== The Empire takes a strict enforcement policy of private space travel. Non-Imperial Naval Ships are forbidden to venture outside of Imperial Held Territory, a dedicated staff of Naval Personnel are assigned to Oversee & and approve of Civilian ship movements. In an attempt to avoid discovery by Alien Vessels searching the outer regions of Human Space. (mod, 11,000c) Realizing the dreadful reality that they no longer had the luxury of time, the Empire began it’s naval expansion early. 2 Destroyers (4M, 12,000c) 5 Frigates (5M, 20,000) Having gained access to this new resource the Empire begins looking into how to use it to apply as an Armor for their ships. (Active Research, 21,000c)