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Königreich Zunderland "Long live princess Isabella!" erupted the shouts from the crowd. It has been two weeks and the young lady already disliked the fact that she was cast into the position she is in now. "Long live our lady and princess!" "A hundred years and more!" But the crowd loved her. Isabella was to be the first female ruler of the realm, first Queen of Zunderland. Königliche Hoheit. Her father, König Heinrich der Dritte, has fallen ill these two weeks ago, following an injury sustained in an accident in a powder mill he was visiting. As his heir, Isabella was brought forth to assume regency during the king's prolonged absence from the throne. But still, there were murmurs among the courtiers. "She will never marry. She will never have children. She has no interest in men. She is barren. She is a witch." It was known fact that her mother Iseltrude died in childbirth. Her father Heinrich did not remarry, out of loyalty to his beloved wife and not to diminish his dear daughter's standing. It was odd. Her father never approached Isabella in regards to finding a suitor, though it was certain that there were dozens if not hundreds lined up outside the Royal Palace to gain the king's ear, favor and daughter. "We are here, your highness." the coachman interrupted her string of thoughts. "Yes, of course." she replied, as the door of her open top carriage was swung aside, a little wooden stair with golden inlays was placed before her so that the princess would not risk tripping (or tearing her expensive dress for that matter). One, two, three steps and the familiar crunching noise of gravel under her leather boots were enough to silence the crowd that was kept in line by several of the Zundrische Königswache. Isabella looked up at the quiet people who expectingly glared at her. "Like a flock of sheep." she thought to herself, a smile curling up on her lips, more out of amusement at the thought. It did give the smile some genuineness, as she raised her right to wave nobly at the crowd. The noise turned deafening as the men, women and children cheered louder than before. Concluding the ten or fifteen seconds of standing there waving, her gaze wandered to the gate in front of her, two guards opened up, showing the mighty building of the Zentralarsenal von Zunderland. One could say, the central command of all of Zunderland's armed forces. She was due for a meeting with the number one of Zunderland's army, Robert Elsteeden. Isabella was not looking forward to it. --- Actions: Heeding word of the General Robert Elsteeden, Princess Isabella orders to look beyond the borders of Zunderland to find new places for homesteads, resources and footholds. (Sending detachments of 500 Skirmishers and 1,000 Light Infantry (each) to scout the regions E1 and E5.) Four new manufactories sprout in the outlying towns. Workplaces for the growing population. (-4 M, -8,000 C) A fortress is constructed near the capital to safeguard the princess. (-4 M, -5,000C) The remainder is saved in the Royal Treasury. (-8,250 C)

Discord: Within your possession. Nation Name: Königreich Zunderland Flag: Culture: Zundrian (Germanic) History: Of the vast timespan that has passed, merely the past 80 years show a history of a realm named the Königreich Zunderland. Originally city states in this region of the Broken Lands, one in particular brought forth a man of ambition who not only managed to oust the competitors within his own walls, but also managed to unify the feuding settlements of the local area, forging them together in a strong bond, naming it Zunderland. This man's name is Heinrich. Crowning himself King, after his due victory his rule was unfortunately of brief duration as the majority of his lifetime was spent eliminating competition and establishing control over the areas. Heinrich I. von Zunderland died at the age of 64, leaving his son Heinrich II. von Zunderland in charge, to continue the work he started. Forty years of strict rule and consolidation of power followed, without any overextension of expansion beyond the initial borders of what his father conquered. For this he was named Heinrich the Idle, despite the obvious increase in stability his reign brought. Following him is Heinrich III., who then continued his father's policy for another thirty years. Now, he is in his fifties, with an only daughter Isabella von Zunderland, twenty years of age, to inherit her father's throne. A burden to continue a legacy. An opportunity to bring Zunderland to new shores or to bring the idea of the realm and its principles to neighbouring regions. To unite, to forge or to destroy. The people of Zunderland have transformed in the past few decades, from a disparate squabbling lot of the various settlements that shared naught but their language, to a unified people with the idea of greatness beyond measure to their name. "We are Zundrian." is their slogan, and as such they continued to thrive under the watchful gazes of both Heinrich II. and Heinrich III. They are diligent and well versed in the art of gunsmithing and powdermaking. Zunder translated into the common language means tinder, symbolic for their high quality products that work without fail, but are certainly volatile. Characters (Up to 3): Heinrich III. von Zunderland, Sovereign of the Königreich Zunderland Isabella von Zunderland, Princess and heir of the Königreich Zunderland Robert Elsteeden, General of Königreich Zunderland Location (Pick 3 Provinces): E2 (capital region) - Zunderland E3 - Nord Zunderland E4 - Ost Zundermark Unique Units: Zundrian Standard [Medium Rifled Cannons] - Following optimized recipes for smelting and well regulated standards in smithing, the Zundrian Standard has become the name for the core of the field cannons the Königreich fields. Flawless, perfected and operational for extended periods of time without fail, even without maintenance, these cannons show the Zundrian prowess in engineering in a very explosive fashion. Zundrische Königswache [Special Infantry?] - Heinrich II. "The Idle" von Zunderland did invest substantial time and effort (and propaganda) in forging the idea of a unified Zunderland as it is nowadays. Part of this effort went into the creation of a royal guard, which was to be filled by only the most worthy, fittest and loyal people Zunderland had to offer. Subsequently, these men are usually seen in parades and keeping watch over the royal palace (Zunderpalast), but make no mistake, in case of conflict, these men are well capable of showing the might of Zunderland in both muscle and aim of gun alike.

I support this notion.

Application Discord name (or you can just add me: wealthypiano#5651): Will toss you a friendship. Desired faction: Republic of Dave

Kingdom of Parajaghandar 1048 - Year of the Fool Queen Geetika Sandijat's Ascension to the Throne As King Monji Sandijat passed away in 1047, leaving behind no heirs but his sole daughter Geetika, the fate of Parajaghandar was uncertain. The people were uneasy, restless. The castes scheming and plotting, clearly without faith that this Queen might suceed in fulfilling the duties of the burden she has been given. Ruling the ancient and ominous realm known as the Kingdom of Parajaghandar. Through the past decades, it has quietly grown on the Eastern bank of the Midax River, undisturbed by the world, for now. The Empire never held prolonged interest in investing resources in the realm that adorns the plains and hills East of its Eastern territories. Foes were few and overwhelmed with ease thanks to the beasts of nature that have been tamed by the Parajaghandari throughout the years. But all this peace brings complacency and much of the Kingdom has fallen into disrepair. The Queen, young, inexperienced, unwed, but eager to make things right. With the aid of her loyal General and uncle Sojit Adiwal, currently appointed Royal chamber representative of the Warrior caste, as well as the wise mystic Duduit Gajawal, who represents the Mystic caste of the Kingdom, she was ready to bring her home to new prosperity. And with a tiny speck of ambition at her heart, perhaps even to great power. --- Treasury: 77,650 Rupiah 5 Iron, 6 Stone, 5 Lumber Actions: Six Manufactories are constructed in the cities of the Kingdom in order to bolster the economic output of the regions of the Kingdom. (-6 stone, -40,500 Rupiah) The ranks of the ranged combatants of the Kingdom grow notably this year. Training proceeds for 1,000 archers and 500 throwers. (-5 iron, -13,500 Rupiah) Three quarries are built in various regions in order to prepare ahead for the increased infrastructural investments of the Kingdom. Parajaghandar is a growing realm. (-20,250 Rupiah) The remainder is being kept safe in the vaults of the palace of Parajaghandar. (3,400 Rupiah)

Discord name (PM if you wish): You have it. Nation Type: Kingdom Nation Flag: Nation Name: Kingdom of Parajaghandar Are you in the Elraic Empire? - No. Nation Culture: Some say that the Kingdom of Parajaghandar is as old as the stars. Though these claims can neither be confirmed nor refuted, there are certainly indicators that the Kingdom is an old one. Forged through the dynasty of Sandijat, the united Parajaghandari are a people foreign to many, golden, brown and dark skinned people of equally dark hair and eye tones, they organize themselves in a societal hierarchy, known as castes. One is born into a caste and lives within said caste, a move between them being rare, allowed under circumstances. The castes are manifold, the caste of rulers, headed by the royal family and currently the Queen Advika, the caste of warriors, men of military prowess are commonly part of it, the caste of the mystics, men of wisdom and arcane studies belong to it, the caste of the people, where commoners of all kinds belong, and lastly the caste of the outcast, where those who do not belong, belong. This hierarchy has led the Kingdom to unprecedented prosperity in the past, through decades of war and peace alike. Nation History: To follow. Nation Race: Human (Parajaghandari) Special Characters: Advika Geetika Sandijat (Queen of Parajaghandar, the "Pearl or Parajaghandar") aged 27 Sojit Adiwal (General, known as "the Proud") aged 43 Duduit Gajawal (Mage/Mystic) aged 45 Primary Magic: Astral Magic Unique Point of Interest: The Oracle of Parajaghandar. Details in DiscBoinkord.

IGN: Z3r05t4r (Z three R zero five T four R) Character Name: Aldrik Kortrevich Age: 40 (born 1773 FA) Place of Residence / Street Address: Viscounty of Krusev Position: Alderman

The Kingdom 2278 Another year passes without much activity from the Legion. Not that King Jonathan is primarily worried about such, it is precious time he can utilize to consolidate his position and strengthen the Kingdom's defenses as well as train up the guardforce. Nevertheless, he takes note that the effective production of supplies for his people is not increasing. With the increase in consumption the Kingdom will run into problems sooner or later. That is one of the concerns that have come up and will need to be adressed rather sooner than later. As such a new decree is called: the Kingdom seeks new sources of supplies to feed and nourish its population! On the other front, the Kingdom now openly advertises its presence to the immediate vicinity. Free settlers are offered protection and freedom in the Kingdom, with a roof and a full belly and plenty of work to do to grow the community being the offers. Purpose is something the King wishes to grant his subjects. 2278 Population: 1,321 Humans Available funds: 39,376 C Actions: The Kingdom sends a substantial party to the Central block of Englewood to clear the land for occupation. Fifty men and women well armed and armored (by the Kingdom's standards), flying the white banner with black stripe are to do the business. Any free man and woman they may encounter are cordially invited to join the Kingdom. Should they decline, they are free to go of course. However, they promise protection, shelter and supplies of all kind. The Kingdom only wishes them well. (Also, all T3 armor, all T3 gunpowder weaponry, all T2 melee weaponry, map in Discord) Two scrap yards are erected in the third block of the Kingdom. (-15,000 C, -4 B) Heavy gunpowder firearms (T1) are to be continued in research. (7/10 RP) Merely 40 men and women are left that are deemed capable of performing armed duties. As such they are suitably trained in the basic principes of combat. (-4,000 C for Basic Training of 40 people) More Civilian Grade firearms are assembled from available supplies. The growing guardforce needs that. (-3 M, -1 E for 15 T3 firearms) Remainder of the caps are saved. (-20,376 Caps) The Kingdom keeps an eye out for any parties that might be passing by, dangerous or friendly. At the same time, basic radio broadcasts are sent into the immediate proximity to make more people aware of the Kingdom's existence. This year, aside from the big venture to the block to the West, Central Englewood, no scouting parties are sent out elsewhere.

Not too fond of this "closed" economy. Personally, I do advocate for hard currencies (literal currency items) that can be designed by nations and printed by "national" banks as they see fit to run their economy, remove the mina altogether and flip maintenance into resource upkeep, lumber and stone, maybe some ores here and there, so upkeep remains universal for everyone regardless of their national currency. This means any type of inflation in currency is made by the nations, not by universal easy access of voting minas, requires actual storage facilities (banks and vaults) for the hard currency, is easier for smaller groups of players (as they have to gather resources properly instead of stockpiling Minas that have negative interest), and so on and so on. Give the players more "control" of the economy.

I must say, this is a very lovely Cloud Temple. And a fresh style as opposed to the traditional sandstone we had in the past realms (for most of them). +2

The Kingdom 2276 & 2277 Following the negotiation and agreement between the Kingdom and the Legion, the guardforce is drastically expanded upon and training begins subsequently in the year 2277. There was a goal, and the King saw fit to risk lives to safeguard the others. A raider nest to the South. Together with the Legion, which strength was not quite known to the King yet, he however saw it possible to establish a further fortified foothold in the area of Englewood and expand the influence of the Kingdom. Naturally, peace and prosperity are always kept in mind. 2276 Population: 1,254 Humans Available funds: 31,247 C Actions: The block to the West is claimed for the Kingdom. (-10,000 C, -5 B) Molotov Research is started is started. (4/5 RP) Metal armor is forged to protect the people of the Kingdom. Something tells the King it might be needed rather sooner than later. (-4 M for 25 T3 armor) A salvage yard and a market are established in the second block claimed earlier by the Kingdom. (-12,500 C, -3 B) Remainder of the caps are saved. (-8,747 Caps) The Kingdom keeps an eye out for any parties that might be passing by, dangerous or friendly. 2277 Population: 1,280 Humans Available funds: 33,989 C A feudal court is constructed in the third block of the Kingdom. (-7,500 C, -2 B) All blocks received a fortification level each. (-750 C, -3 B) New Civilian firearms are made to arm the growing guardforce of the Kingdom. (-3 M, -1 E for 15 T3 firearms) Further another 40 sets of Leather armor are prepared. (-2 M for T2 armor) Molotov Research is started is concluded. (5/5 RP) Heavy gunpowder firearms (T1) are to be researched next. (3/10 RP) 200 of the women and men of the Kingdom receive basic military education from the records of the Old World. (-20,000 C for Basic Training to 200 people) Remainder of the caps are saved. (-5,739 Caps) The Kingdom keeps an eye out for any parties that might be passing by, dangerous or friendly.

The Kingdom 2275 “Slow and steady.” Population: 1,111 Humans Available funds: 24,137 C Actions: Both sectors of Englewood receive Feudal Courts as per decree of the King. (-15,000 Caps, -4 B) Forged melee weaponry is concluded. (15/15 RP) The remaining metal is stored. (-3 M) Remainder of the caps are saved. (-9,137 Caps) The Kingdom keeps an eye out for any parties that might be passing by, dangerous or friendly.

What’s the purpose of this?

The Kingdom 2274 “Slow and steady.” Step by step the Kingdom was growing, in number and size. The block to the South was free and now was the time to make use of it, as swiftly settlers were assembled, armed with tools (and weapons of course, for the random radroach) and material to fortify and settle into the ruins of these Chicago buildings. Little else was happening this year around. Jonathan Hessenheim, the King, orders a larger party to scour a single block for salvagable materials and resources. If they happen to find an area where crops may grow, the better. Population: 1,095 Humans Available funds: 30,947 C Actions: The still clean sector to the South is finally claimed in an orderly fashion, settlers of the Kingdom moving in as planned. (-10,000 C, -5 B) Forged melee weaponry is continued. (11/15 RP) The remaining metal is stored. (-3 M) Remainder of the funds are saved. (-20,947 C) A sizeable party of 40 men and women is sent out to the block West. They are to scavenge whatever they can find. If they meet any travellers, scavengers, merchants or else, they may invite them to visit the Kingdom. If they happen to find an area where crops may grow, the better. They are to avoid hostilities if possible. (Fully equipped with T1 guns, T2 melee weapons and T2 armor. No experience.) The Kingdom keeps an eye out for any parties that might be passing by, dangerous or friendly.

The Kingdom 2273 “What a sorry bunch.” Simon Valdeeren mused, not quietly, as the throng of tired, demoralized and visibly starving men, women and children pass through Northern gate into the block the Kingdom calls home. Many of them are wounded, clothes in shambles, some of them visibly covered in stains of blood. It must have been brutal where they have been. The King observed quietly, adorned with the golden crown of his, as the people pass by him. Though he did not hand out supplies himself, his sole presence and lack of visible action emitted an aura of superiority onto these people, who saw the well dressed and well fed leader who observed them with a stern glance. These outsiders immediately knew he was the one who gave the order to hand supplies to them so they may last and recover. As part of the Kingdom, that was the condition. All things considered of course, it was the best choice these people had. Just as the last man was to pass by Jonathan, he halted him, resting a hand on the shoulder of the oldtimer. The man stopped confused as the he met the clear eyes of the King. “Here, have this water.” Were the first few words Jonathan spoke to the newcomers as a whole, holding out a bottle filled with crystal clear water. The old man took it with shivering hands, he would have cried if he weren’t so parched from the lack of clean water. “Tha-thank you!” So he drank, the whole bottle in one go. “But why me? You, as the leader, so generous, why this old man?” – “Because I need a story.” Jonathan smiled. Population: 1,010 Humans Available funds: 26,257 C Actions: A new construction yard is built. (-7,500 C) A new scrapyard is built. (-7,500 C, -2 B) The remaining material is stored. (-1 B) Forged melee weaponry is continued. (7/15 RP) 300 T2 melee weapons are salvaged to arm more of the commoners. (-2 M) Remainder of the funds are saved. (-11,257 C) A new party is sent south to ascertain if the adjacent block is still cleared. If not, they are ordered to clean house again for coming year. (15 trained women and men, with T3 gunpowder weaponry and T3 armor.) The Kingdom keeps an eye out for any parties that might be passing by, dangerous or friendly.

The Kingdom 2272 Jonathan holds court. For this year, as a precaution, no scouting parties are sent out. Travellers, if any happen to come by are greeted if they wish to stay and trade, but otherwise no interaction is to be conducted for the time being. Building up the current base takes priority now, establishing their foothold in Chicago further. Population: 760 Humans Available funds: 17,692 C Actions: A new market is built. (-5,000 C, -1 B) A new warhouse is built. (-7,500 C, -2 B) Salvaged melee weaponry is finished. (5/5 RP) Forged melee weaponry is begun. (3/15 RP) 40 T2 body armor is made to protect more of the commoners (-2 M) Remainder of the funds are saved. (-5,192 C) Whilst the Kingdom does not send any scouting parties, they keep an eye out for any parties that might be passing by, dangerous or friendly.

2092 Events 2092 passes without much of an event. The Olympic Games were held in Cuba this year around, a country that has made quite the turnaround, with free markets and democracy that was established in 2057 after the Communist Party was overthrown by the masses. Though there is problems brewing on Earth still, a conflict between Greece and Turkey on the horizon, this time for undersea deposits of a new rare earth metal that has been found half a year ago only. Who knows what could happen? Project Mailbox The goal is to reach a pool 250,000 Research Credits. You can reach it alone or together. Up to 25 Influence will be granted relative to the investments made and research generated. You may reach this technology only once too. And you can share it (with consent of course) to other players. The Contingency Program And by coming year, a promise is kept, the Emperor has spoken, and so people flock. The four transport ships return from Earth early this year. They bring 6,000 fresh colonists from Japan, as well as 20 M. And the message that funding of 10,000 C was released for this shipment of goods. Further goods the colony may return to Japan will yield further funding and assistance from Earth. The exploration ship arrives at its destination just shortly after these events and uncovers the planets of this system. (See Discord) Harvest Expedition It’s a massive task for the growing colony, but sure enough they establish a proper foothold on this hostile world. The conditions are quite ideal to process the fuel necessary to drive the Gandhi device in the future. The United States have not forgotten, and sent two transport ships over, hauling both 3,000 colonists as well as 10 M. JORDAN INTERSTELLAR Late to the party, but not forgotten. Representing the forgotten continent, the African countries have come together and with a bit of help from MESA they have sent transport ships with people and resources (free of charge, which was naturally accepted by Jordan Industries. Free stuff is good). Three in total, hauling 4,000 new colonists as well as 10 G and 10 M to further expand the new colony. Oh, and not to forget the release of 10,000 C additional funds. Surprisingly no task has been issued yet for the colony, apparently left more to its own devices as it stands. Though a bit of a general directive is noted: “Expand or die. Rule of acquisition 45.” United States Space Force Two transport ships make their way over from Earth, carrying 4,000 fresh faces for the USSF colony. The manpower shortage has been noted and the Harvest colony has been received less colonists in the end. Other than that, no news, aside from the urge to prepare the ships in the coming years if possible to partake in these first space wargames. For prestige and showing who’s best after all. Département des Territoires d'Epsilon Indi It’s a quiet year, prosperous perhaps for the colony. Early on, two transport ships arrive with colonists from the French Republic, 4,000 new colonists to make their home on Noveaux Bordeaux. Other than that, little news to be had. Glorious City-State of Tian Leased by the UN, five Venture class transports loaded to the brim with colonists arrive from China, bringing two other transport ships in tow. Both also holding more colonists. That is a lot of people Tian has to accommodate now, but the party government refuses to hear any complaints. You get the workforce, so put them to work. And so begins... 2093

The Kingdom 2271 “King.” It was usual for the people who belonged to the “Kingdom” to call Jonathan simply by his title. “I think we have acquitted ourselves well this year, really cleaned out this block. What do you think, we good to live in peace?” asks one of the family heads who is in attendance at the first meeting to be held anually, where the leader of the Kingdom, Jonathan, decides to make the next move, under advice of the people he is in charge of. “For now. Peace is a rare commodity, Marcus. And I just fear it is a calm before coming storms. The streets outside are not quite safe yet, but better than it has ever been, true. Needless to say though, we have a dream we wish to pursue, and that is not a simple wish for peace. We can only sustain peace if we have the means to sustain it, to prove ourselves to the world out there and to fend off raiders, mutants and other monstrosities that will threaten our future.” Jonathan looks sternly at Marcus. “We must expand. We must grow, we must prosper, we must get more people to join the Kingdom.” His gaze wanders to the city map laying on the table in front of them. The roughly ten men and women together are visualizing the surrounding blocks and buildings in their minds. “We need to scout. Carefully. Leave enough guards behind. Use workforce to organize building materials. I will give you the details in an hour. Dismissed.” Jonathan withdraws from the table, stepping out of the meeting hall into the open yard inside their claimed territory. It is secure for now. The worst are a few rad roaches showing up here and there, though they are quickly dispatched with an old pipe or wooden club. Rubbing his forehead first, he adjusts the golden crown with black pearls on his head, as he heads to his personal home and office, to prepare the plans as mentioned. Population: 750 Humans Available funds: 24,000 C Actions: 3 construction yards (-22,500 C) Salvaged melee weaponry under research (4/5 RP) 50 T1 firearms to be made in order to arm the people a bit better in case of molerats (-2 M) Three parties of 5 people each are sent out to explore the immediate neighbourhood of the home block. They are to look for supplies, salvagable technologies and materials, as well as potential survivors or future settlers. Their mission is primarily peaceful and they are to share the dream of a safe, peaceful and restored Chicago to however might be interested, inviting them to join the Kingdom. (T3 firearms and T3 armor) 15 more receive training to be skilled enough in using their firearm in case of need. (-1,500 C to bring them up to trained)

Faction Name: The Kingdom Civilization Type: Civilized Starting Points: 5 points into research: 2 points to upgrade Armor to T3 3 points to upgrade Firearms to T3 4 points into equipment: 2 sets of T3 Armor, at 50 pieces 2 sets of T3 Firearms, at 30 pieces 1 point into additional funds Faction Backstory: They call themselves “the Kingdom”. These people have flocked together under the banner and leadership of a man who calls himself Jonathan Hessenheim. And banner is quite literally, as a piece of dirty white cloth with one singular black stripe crossing it diagonally flies in the winds. Supposedly it should represent the single path, the road forward into the future with the King at the very front. That is what Jonathan has ingrained into every single member, everyone who believes on him, or just joined him in the hope of better protection and to sleep safely for once. Chicago is a dreary place. With mutants, raiders and otherworldy terrors around every corner, the Kingdom exhibits normality, with a glimpse the seemingly utopian Old World lifestyle, something that Jonathan has also promised his followers. Only together however, could they ever achieve such. With a stroke of luck and knowledge salvaged from various old world libraries, archives and books, he armed himself and his group with a good amount of weaponry, metal plated armor and bunkered down in one of the many districts of Chicago, as the founding base of operations for the Kingdom. The goal was to conquer these wild lands surrounding them and restore what can be restored. More to be developed. Characters Jonathan “King” Hessenheim, current leader of the group of people in Chicago that have flocked to his banner. Little is known about the man in his fourties, other than that he has a big dream. A revitalized Chicago, a city without mutants, monsters and raiders. He instills hope and confidence into those around him with the look of a post apocalyptic feudal monarch. It may seem strange to many, but he wears a crown of gold wires intertwined with black pearls (whereever he looted that from) on top of his ruffled dark brown hair. At base, unless he is holding court (in a very relaxed manner), the crown is safely stored in his bedroom, only brought up on official business or with visitors. Furthermore he wears a plain white piece of cloth with the black stripe across it over his metal armor. Apparently he has old documents that trace back his family to medieval Europe where they were nobles once. Over 1000 years ago. Though such heritage may be of little importance to many, for Jonathan it meant destiny. Yes, even without explaining it to every individual as to why, this show gives him an aura of authority. Though his “realm” encompasses only a few hundred people, he is dedicated to expanding it, not shying back from opportunities or challenges. In the wastelands of Chicago you have to show a firm fist to your foes, but offer an open hand to those that support you, your cause or share your ideas. More to be developed.

Accepted.

2091 Events 2091 comes and passes as quickly as a shooting star on a night sky. With somewhat general consensus the UN is not diverting resources to the investigation effort of the lost Syrian NCM. However, the Venture Class vessels are loaned to the mother nations to supply their colonies with additional workforce and population. 2091 also marks the year where the first humans were born outside of the Solar system. Still, the ties back to Earth are there and are strong. It is likely this first generation of people from outside the system of Sol will be taught about the values of their parent’s home as well as about their homeworld, Mother Earth. And as many lightyears split the people, only connected by messenger drones, the need to exchange words with other worlds becomes more apparent by the month, week, day even. As such, the UN has restarted Project Mailbox, that was halted to allocate resources elsewhere and communications delay was less of a prevalent issue between the inhabitated worlds around Sol. But now, kilometers turned into light years and now it is more important than ever. With the research divisions of Earth’s nations restarting their studies, the UN also sends messenger satellites carrying all data and current knowledge about the current prototype short range FTL communication device (named Mailbox) to the colonized worlds, ready for download. Utilizing this foundation of knowledge, the scientists of the colonies are confronted with a matter that involves everyone. Whether the colonial leaders wish to pursue it, lies at their discretion, the goal is clear. The goal is to reach a pool 250,000 Research Credits. You can reach it alone or together. Up to 25 Influence will be granted relative to the investments made and research generated. You may reach this technology only once too. And you can share it (with consent of course) to other players. The Contingency Program Taken ships from home, to fulfill their bidding. Like a young boy, sneaking sweets from mother. Little to report at this point in time. The task of the Emperor remains as it is. Whilst the transport ships that have been requisitioned by the colony are technically owned by Japan itself, the government turns a blind eye to this, the growth and prosperity of the colony was paramount to all after all. Another transport ship arrives, unloading 2,000 fresh colonists. The Japanese government wishes for the transport ships to return home immediately in order to load up more people and resources for the coming year. At the same time, the JAXA sends over an exploration vessel, asking the colony to explore other solar systems in the name of Japan (on the cost of the colony of course). United States Space Force The United States on Earth reply with commendations for the rapid efforts of the USSF. In order to demonstrate the nation’s progress (and also to boast), they propose that the ships all journey to Earth to conduct a little round of “space wargames” against the Chinese Space Fleet (not from the colony, but the Chinese Nation). A six versus six, with laserpointers and detection plating to be mounted on the vessels, inducing “damage”. This event is to be broadcasted worldwide, recorded and also shipped out to the colonies. That would be the new task. A transport ship shows up with 1,000 new recruits and 10 Fuel to help out the mobility issues the Spaceforce may encounter rather sooner than later. Needless to say, the transport ship then stays with the USSF. Harvest Expedition Another transport shows up, delivering solely 20 M. It is however required to immediately go back home for other purposes of Earth-Mars shipments. Following the UN lease of their Venture Class vessels, two of them show up at the Harvest Expedition, unloading 8,000 new mouths to feed and employ. A request from NASA comes by communication satellite. The Harvest Expedition is tasked with the establishment of two research facilities to help out in the (hopefully) successful development of Project Mailbox. A hint from the US populace on Earth, they want to be the first ones to discover it. Département des Territoires d'Epsilon Indi As such, the ESA scientists go to work immediately. The first payment is immediately transferred to the colonial government as the first research is dedicated to the weather system of such a marvelous world, this analysis may take two years or more to conclude. Following the UN announcement, the next task from the French Republic arrives. Be the first to develop a long range FTL device. For such the Mother Earth nation provides a transport ship to keep, loaded with 10 F, 10 M, as well as shooting over and influx of 10,000 C. They don’t seem to shy back from any investments right now, though the population on Earth seems a bit dismayed that so much is invested in the colony rather than solving problems back home. Those who can’t bear Earth anymore have decided to hop on the readily available UN Venture Class transport ship. It arrives with 4,000 colonists at Epsilon Indi. Qatar Aljadida God is great. As such, the citizens of the islamic world have joined in strong effort to support their brothers among the stars. Three (!) transport ships, carrying 20 F, 3,000 colonists and 10 G arrive at the colony, an influx of 15,000 C from a fundraiser among MESA memberstates comes along as well. Oddly enough, no word from the CNSA. Do what you will, the hope of the future lies with Qatar. ANZOSC Two transportships arrives, loaded with 20 G and 20 M, bringing along two of the UN Venture Class ships, carrying 8,000 Australians and New Zealanders ready to join the steadily growing colony of theirs. The national task remains unchanged, however ASA inquires about the possibility to send over an exploration ship the ANZOSC may keep (on their cost). It may come in handy. KOSMOSTAN Two transport ships arrive early this year, carrying the first wave of workers. 3,000 more hands on deck, along with 10 F for further mobility. The transport ships are a gift to Kosmostan to be used at their discretion. A little monetary support too, 8,000 C from Russia’s very empty coffers. The economy of Russia is still very troubled, unemployment remains high, unrest is present on the streets, in the living rooms, in the ranks of the Kremlin. Much hope lies with Kosmostan. Veerkamp-Bobel Industries™ Money makes the world go round. This year’s support shipment of a transport ship rented from India and ISRO and one of their own (that the colony may keep) contains 2,000 new interns and 10 M and 10 F. As well as a blasting 25,000 C in funding. Where they got that amount of money is unknown, supposedly they cracked the jackpot for the Euromillion. Unshared. Not bad, now is it? To gamble a bit with company money, elsewhere than just the stock market. Speaking of stock market, the company back on Earth has pulled in a nice contract. There is a customer buying a lot of Material for construction on Titan. Every M that the colony can provide could be sold for 2,500 C! This is active for only two years, you better hurry! Tian A bit empty in its cargo holds, but China accepts the few Supplies brought back. Seeing the potential and that a tree must be nourished to develope its strength in later days, the Chinese government supports the colony further. Two transport ships, carrying 2,000 colonists, along with 10 M and 10 F arrive, further 10,000 C are made available. A separate task comes up from the Chinese military. As the USA has invited the Chinese to test their mettle against the USSF vessels in space wargames, they would not mind having a colonial force of their own which could partake in such exercises. A fleet of ten ships is advisable. Must be warships, class is irrelevant. And so begins... 2092

2090 Events Whenever one of the Colonial Ventures arrive at their destination and settle down for colonization, a messenger satellite is automatically dispatched from the Frontier Class Colony Ships, bringing the most important messages back to Mother Earth and the UN. Naturally, the discovery of several Earths, even including one utopian world, which the French expedition claims, brings fresh wind and high morale not only to all leaders on Earth, but all of mankind. The hope instilled to the people and the chance for a new life, away from the confines of Earth, drives the amount of applications for a colony spot up very high. Currently of course, for the sake of protecting the people from themselves, in consensus with the national leaders, the UN retains a strict regulation of who may be considered viable and acceptable as a potential colonist. Skills in the fields of engineering, biology, chemistry, physics, astronomy and medicine are currently most desired. Already in foresight, with support from the various space agencies and member nations, the UN has prepared special passenger ships, that are solely meant to ferry New Colonists to their destinations. Strong contenders for these destinations are of course the Earth and Gaia class worlds. This of course, does not bar the individual nation states to send their own colonists on separate ways, but that must happen without sponsorship of the UN. United States Space Force The United States with NASA as their own agency are naturally well invested in the colonial venture. Needless to say, that is why they dedicate enough funding to acommodate two NCMs at the same time, one for the USSF and the other as the more civilian “Harvest” mission. At the onset of the new year, news come from the US in form of a messenger satellite and a transport ship. The colony is tasked with the construction of a second shipyard, as well as three more gunships. The transport ship unloads 1,000 fresh faces, mostly military personnel with expertises in fields of engineering and construction, as well as 10 shipments worth of supplies (S). Once the colony completes this task, a new one may be given. Subject to change at any time of course. Département des Territoires d'Epsilon Indi Following the success of the French NCM, congratulations come by messenger satellite not only from the Republic, but many European member countries. The ESA is eager to evaluate the lifeforms of the abtly named world of Nouvelle Bordeaux, whilst the interests of France appear more political. Two transport ships arrive, unloading 4,000 fresh colonists from the Republic. It tasks the colony with building an embassy. The ESA requests to be permitted to study the planet thoroughly, an ESA exploration ship arriving along with the transport vessels. If permission is granted, any successful research project will grant the colony 5,000 C in funding. If permission is denied, the colony will be granted 3 Influence. Veerkamp-Bobel Industries™ “Good work!” comes the first two words from Earth’s messenger satellite as it comes into communication range of the newly established colony. The company gives out a simple task. Establish fuel refining on Aspera and export at least 20 F to Earth. A transportship arrives, bringing 10 M as well as 1,000 new “colonists” (people from the street looking for a job, a few dozen of underpaid interns who were recruited away from the company’s floor printers). The Contingency Program Upon the divine wind, the messenger sails forth, bringing word from home, as well as people. The Japanese Emperor brings personal congratulations to the successful colonists, for them to discover such a beauty of a world. With vigor and high spirits, two (!) transport ships arrive, bringing 1,000 colonists, 10 M, 10 G, 10 F. The task is to claim two further worlds in the system they are in, construct an embassy on each of the worlds, as well as a research facility on one of them. Tian Whilst at first disappointed, the Chinese leadership at home soon came to realize the heavy industrial potential behind this new planet, without any issues regarding the environment to be considered. In order to make use of such a furious world, the Chinese send three transport ships of colonists, 6,000 in number, to help grow the world of Tian. The task is to export as many Goods, Supplies and as much Material as possible back to Earth over the coming years. For such, the colony ships stay behind, with one spare fuel cell in each, ready to make one return trip. The UN itself declines to use the military facilities on Tian. Qatar Aljadid Due to the loss of the MESA sponsored Syrian colony, the islamic world looks towards Qatar Aljadid. The greetings from most leaders of the Middle East come along with the messenger satellite. Allah be praised, along comes a transport carrying 2,000 new colonists, as well as the task of building up a fleet of 10 ship units in order to protect the interests of their people. The UN declines to use the shipyard of the colony. Bundesrepublik Valis Albeit the worlds being less than ideal, the German optimism can’t be hampered, specifically not by the scientific and industrial community of the nation. A transport ship arrives, with 1,000 colonists, as well as 10 M, giving the task to establish both entertainment resorts on both planets, as well as research facilities and prepare for the first research task. Harvest Expedition As the USSF colony is successful as well and given a more militaristic task, the Harvest Expedition gets ordered by the US government to focus on more civilian matters. For such the US sends two transportships that carry 3,000 colonists and 10 Material. The order is to establish enough facilities to produce 20 G per year and ship them to Earth. That means sufficient transport capacity has to be established as well. There will be further support shipments coming soon. KOSMOSTAN “Comrade. Your task is simple. Make enough jobs available for 50,000 new comrades. What type matters not.” comes the first line from the Russian president back on Earth. A transport ship arrives, hauling 20 M. Straightforward and to the point. Apparently there is something in the plans for Kosmostan. Needless to say, due to the economic crash of 2079, the country is still reeling, suffering under high unemployment. Perhaps pushing the more suitable unemployed people off to another world might be a viable course of action. ANZOSC “Congratulations are in order, mate. You did well!” are the first few words from the leaders of Australia nad New Zealand. What follows is a transportship with 2,000 new people to supplement the workforce of the new colony. “Now, the task is simple. For future ventures, the ASA needs fuel and another homeport. As such, New Sydney ought to house another shipyard, as well as five fuel refineries. And whilst we are at it, tourism is good, so get an entertainment resort up, if you haven’t already! Hell, I want to take a vacation where I am not getting drowned by bushfires or things that try to kill me!” سيوف إلهية Nobody back on Earth had a clue. Now the mission is currently under thorough investigation to find the culprit, or the organization behind the lost ship, if it was a technical malfunction which caused the supposedly failsafe messenger satellite not to return, or if the ship crashed somewhere, was intercepted by an asteroid and so forth. It has become one of the agendas of the UN council, if UN resources shall be supplied to facilitate a search of the lost ship. And so begins... 2091

Sea of Stars [OOC thread + premise] All around the world the news were covering today. On the 1st of January 2090, as per the mutually agreed UN directive, Ascension Day would take place. Ascension Day was the day when mankind would set off to the stars, away from the Sun, Mother Earth and the other planetary bodies of Sol. It was surprising that all major powers and factions agreed upon this decision not to venture forth earlier when they had the possibility to do so, but wait until every comitted party was ready. Now, on this day, all Frontier Class Colony Ships were fully fueled, its occupants ready and on board, goods and supplies secured, nothing and not a single person missing who is supposed to be part of this first great journey. Satellites and other ships circle about the quite substantial collection of vessels around the UNSS, the United Nations Space Station in orbit around Earth, which replaced the ISS sixty years earlier and has only grown ever since. Cameras from both ground and orbit are keeping a close eye on the substantial station where the colony ships wait close by, a few still docked. On the other hand, down on Earth in Geneva, Switzerland, a short but sturdy man steps forward to a podium. Abiral Ballabh Paudyal from Nepal, the current UN Secretary General prepared a speech for this day. A day that would make history. “We are human. Today, from all corners of our beloved Mother Earth, we have assembled up high in the sky.” The man motions up to the ceiling, fittingly, above him a massive screen shows the UNSS, the colony ships and other assisting vessels. “Our goal.. our purpose, clear and defined. Mankind’s ascension. To the Sea of Stars, to find new planets, new species, animals and plants, new places people may call home. Our curiosity, our desire for knowledge, to understand the workings of the universe, as it came to be, has driven us forward to advance. Take the step further down the path. See what is around the corner. Beyond the next hill. Across the ocean. And now, beyond the confines of Sol.” He pauses, a stern but moved expression directed at the camera, his dark eyes glistening ever so slightly. “We do not know what awaits us out there. We prepared all we could. But at times like these we have to take risks. Risks that are not disimilar to what the crews of our first Mars Mission in 2024 had to take. Or the manned missions to Europa and Titan, 2030 and 2032. Always at the forefront were pioneers, adventurers, scientists, soldiers... but still, just people. Every person that came before us has left a mark in history, many unwritten, many forgotten, but their legacy lives on in us. From Homo Sapiens conquering Mother Earth and reaching all corners of our pearl we call home, to everyone’s parents. Legacies and histories that are intertwined on our, if I may quote, Pale Blue Dot. But this legacy does not end with us. We carry on the torch of our ancestors and are now on the verge of bringing it to the stars. Our ideas, our hope, peace, prosperity. In friendship to eachother or for what may be. For we are all human. Thank you.” Albeit it being a somewhat short speech, the applause is present from the full seating of the UN general assembly. Up in orbit, the last colony ships have finished fueling up and were now moving into position, powering up their engines, prepared to set sail, to reach their desired destinations... 2090 This first year will be used to venture forth to one of the systems that are in feasible range of the Gandhi devices on the ships, to find a world and set foot on it. This decision lies with the commanders of each mission, as per UN resolution with consent of all member nations. What follows is the return of special messenger satellites that undock from the Frontier Class Colony Ships to return to Earth and indicate where which colony was founded. Unfortunately, albeit the best efforts of all science teams on the world, there is currently no other method of communication that allows (almost) realtime contact. Furthermore, once planetfall was made, all efforts should be focused towards establishing a self sustaining colony and prepare for further missions and instructions from Mother Earth and the UN. Unless of course, the commanders and leaders have other, additional goals.

The two fellows above are good to go.

All of you may count yourselves in. I hope that you develop more stories to your colonies as we progress.