Krefarus

T H E O A S I S Statpost cause im rushed sorry losers :^) -------- Actions -------- - 1 Scrapyard [7,500 C + 1B] - 5 levels of fortification [2500 C + 5B] - 88 sets of T2 armor is fashioned for Hannibal’s warparty [4 M] - 165 melee weapons (T2) are fashioned for Hannibal’s warparty [1 M] - 55 Longbows (T3) are hewn for Hannibal’s war party [1 M] - t3 Armor :wagie: [2/25] -One Dev point is invested into “Strength in numbers” [3 total]

T H E O A S I S The dust settles on Chicago's thick blanket of snow. The ground is littered with corpses and abandoned weaponry; much of it is stained red. Apart from the crows, picking on the flesh of the dead and dying, there is quiet. Hannibal’s Warparty has won a great battle at the cost of many lives.. but it would not be the last. One fact had become clear: In order to secure their survival blood must be spilled... -------- Actions -------- -Three new banana plantations are opened by the growing banana tycoon, Lord Horatio Cavendish [15000 + 6B] - 2 levels of fortification [1000 C + 2B] - 440 sets of T2 armor is fashioned for Hannibal’s warparty [10 M] - 150 melee weapons (T2) are fashioned for Hannibal’s warparty [1 M] -One Dev point is invested into “Strength in numbers” [2 total] -Monkey see monkey go [Discord]

T H E O A S I S -------- Actions -------- -A new banana plantation is opened by the growing banana tycoon, sir chimp [5000 + 2B] -Construction yard [7500 C] -T2 Armor [6/10] -300 Weapons (T2) and 100 bows (T3) hewn for Hannibal’s war parties [4 M] -One Dev point is invested into “Simple Minded” [2 total] -3,250 C and 1 B is saved

T H E O A S I S Crow fluttered down and landed on the branch of the tall, mutated, and snow covered tree. The landscape was gray and white, far in the distance, great plumes of smoke billowed out of one of Chicago’s long dormant skyscrapers. Perhaps Crow wondered where Eagle was, maybe not. Regardless, it missed having readily available food, especially during the winter. Without a second thought, Crow dropped the small shiny object he had found, letting it fall to the forest floor before flapping away.. -------- Actions -------- -One additional plot of banana trees is tended to [5000 C + 2 B] -A new banana market is opened [5000 C + 1 B] -T2 Armor [3/10] -300 Weapons (T2) and 100 bows (T3) hewn for Hannibal’s war parties [4 M] -One Dev point is invested into “Simple Minded” -Eagle continues to search the south for the bad-men, this time in much more condensed areas (1/3) (MOD)

T H E O A S I S A pillar of smoke rose high above the Oasis’ canopy, trailing off and sputtering out some distance away above what was once known as Lake Michigan. On the edge of the Oasis, at the source of the smoke, a small collection of huts and other buildings lay devastated, ruined, and smoking. The corpses of their previous inhabitants littering the area around them. It had been several days since the last raid, and the chimps had renewed their security on the border, a number of watchmen now scanning for attackers from high in the trees. On the densely planted jungle floor, the process of cleaning and rebuilding the damages was ongoing. Many carried corpses further back to be buried, some brought up material to repair the smouldering structures. Hannibal himself was among them, stern faced and viewing the situation. “They came when the war party went south. We could not run.” A chimp, who had survived the attack, signed to his leader, clutching his wounds. “They will return, surely.” A second chimed in. At this, a sort of disagreement erupted, many clambered to assemble another host and drive the humans away once more, others believed it to be more wise to hold their borders, they knew little about these ones, they could be far more dangerous than the last. The silent argument was quickly ended by a wave of Hannibal’s fist. “We will show strength. They will pay. Patience. They will attempt to return, no doubt. We will not let them.” The apes nodded and made other chimp noises in response. Hannibal had spoken, soon, they would have their vengeance. - --- --- - Eagle was perched on the edge of one of Chicago’s numerous half-collapsed buildings. It was the area's highest point, and thus, a perfect vantage. From up here, one could see even more of the ruined city than from his typical Oasis perch. He spaced out for a brief moment, wondering what it looked like in the before-times, before he was brought back to reality by the hooting of his comrades. His head snapped downwards to where the group of spear and bow wielding scouts looked up at him, awaiting his report. He rushed out a flurry of hand motions, sorry to have kept them waiting so long, “Many steel trees, tall, ruined, no sign of bad-men. No sign of any men.” “Beasts?” “No Crow, no beasts.” “Safe?” “Not know. Do we continue?” “Hannibal orders ape, ’Follow, find.’ We will find. Can’t have crossed the Great Path, bad-men must be here. Eagle continue search.” Hannibal ordered them to find the humans, and they would. As quickly as he had been pulled away from his mission, he returned to it. With a hoot he leapt from the steel tree, swinging from chunks of rubble until he had crossed the street and onto other buildings, continuing the search... -------- Actions -------- -Three Construction Yards [22,500 C] -T2 Melee Completed [5/5R] -100 Longbows (T3) are hewn for Hannibal’s war parties [4 M] -One Dev point is invested into “Strength In Numbers” -Hannibal’s warparty moves (MOD)(MORE INFO IN PMS) -Hannibal’s dispatches scouting parties north and south, to search for his foes. (MOD) -- Scouting is done by small parties of monkeys who intend to lay low if possible, they are searching primarily for Graham’s Hunters, and nothing else. A horns will be used to alert the other parties should one come under attack. If the Blackhawks are known to the monkeys, they will not enter their territory.

The Oasis It was dusk, the sun had half dipped below Chicago’s ruined and crumbling skyline, falling further out of sight with every second. For the most part, it was quiet, the small patch of nature within the barren landscape began to slow down, the animals returning to their nests, burrows, and hideouts. This tranquility however, was suddenly interrupted by the creaking and groaning of branches, created by a single figure swinging from limb to limb before finally stopping to examine its surroundings. Eagle came to this tree every night. He enjoyed the view of the final rays of daylight washing over the ruined city; it all seemed like a great mystery to him, the humans and the before-times. Like all apes, he had seen the pictures and books of what the city used to look like. It puzzled him how humans were able to destroy something so huge, giant towers made of stone and metal.. The chimp’s trance was broken by the fluttering of wings, and the cawing of a large crow, which landed in front of him on the branch, cocking its head and dropping a small shiny pin. As if it were a regular occurance, Eagle produced several portions of meat, spoils from a hunt, and presented it to the bird which quickly snatched it up. Every evening Eagle would come to the tree with food, and every evening Crow would eventually arrive with something shiny. Eagle had plenty of food, and Eagle liked looking at shiny things, usually if it was shiny, it was from the before-times. Eagle also liked seeing Crow, he hoped Crow liked seeing him too… -------- Actions -------- -Two Scrap Yards are built [15,000 C, 4B] -50 Longbows (t3) are hewn [2 M] -T2 Melee [2/5] -Following the rout of the bad-men, tens of monkey patrols are sent to scour the sector and find where they have retreated to. (MOD)

M O N K E Y Faction Type: TRIBAL :CHAD: Faction Starting Bonus: +750 t2 Melee weapons, mostly spears, clubs, or crude swords. Starting Points: - 5B [1 point] - 13 Tier 2 Fire arms [1 point] - T3 bows researched [3 points] - 1 Extra Pop stack [5 points] Backstory: When the bombs fell, civilization ended. Great states across the world, which had existed for millennia were suddenly and violently destroyed. Millions were killed with a snap of a finger, and millions of more would perish in the days, weeks, and months following, when the world was thrust into chaos and anarchy. The world of man crumbled. At the Lincoln Park Zoo, however, a new world had begun to rise. With the fall of the bombs, powerful doses of radiation were spread across the landscape. It soaked deep into the recently freed zoo animals, and more specifically, the chimpanzees and other primates. What were once simply animals began to grow in intelligence. Mans’ closest living relatives grew more like them by the day, venturing out into the world that they left behind. Ever so gradually they began to build civilization anew… The world man left behind, the wasteland, however, would not be so kind. Around every corner were mutants and raiders, scavengers and bandits, thugs and warlords, almost all of which were terrified or unnerved by the inhabitants of the formerly Lincoln Park Zoo. Only through great hardship, conflict, and struggle have the apes managed to survive and cling onto their slice of land.. ------------ THE OASIS: A shimmer of light in a sea of darkness, the Oasis is one of the few remaining areas of heavy vegetation in the wasteland. The patch of nature which originally surrounded the Lincoln Park Zoo was morphed, twisted and mutated. Great trees shoot from the earth, their canopy smothering all but the most resilient of the sun’s rays. The forest floor is dominated by massive ferns, some of which grow well beyond the height of a man. It is here that Hannibal’s Apes call home. Over the generations, they grew accustomed to the dense jungle, and their familiarity with the unforgiving terrain allowed them to repulse assaults from even well equipped bands of raiders. To the outside world, The Oasis is a formidable clump of towering trees, full of strange creatures, lost things, and other such mysteries. : Hannibal Though not the most physically formidable of the many hundreds of Apes, Hannibal is one of the wisest. He descends from a long line, which rules the troop as pseudo monarchs (Though even they do not grasp such concepts). They were among the first apes to develop greater intelligence. Hannibal well understands what is necessary to lead and organize his people, and prioritizes their well being and prosperity above anything else. His name alone commands great respect within the community. Much unlike his predecessor, a radical pacifist, Hannibal has been molded by constant conflict with raiders and other human factions. He is of the belief that the Apes must further militarize, and if necessary, take the fight beyond the safety of the Oasis in order to secure their future. Mortar: Another one of the community’s most highly respected members. Mortar is best described as a radical, willing to do almost anything to achieve his goals. He commands a fearsome warband, often responsible for protecting the tribe’s borders, hunting, and salvaging great portions of their food and equipment. The veteran of many battles, Mortar earned his position by leading a daring raid on a human camp which resulted in a tremendous victory, and the capture of great quantities of firearms. Mortar was maimed and tortured by Human explorers as a young chimp, and holds a great disdain for them. Mombeke: Mombeke is often the voice of reason in the Oasis. An ancient Ape, and witness to countless events, his opinion is greatly expected, and he has his own followers (politically speaking). Despite being the advisor to Hannibal’s predecessor, and his predecessor, Hannibal is known to often seek Mombeke’s guidance. In the community, Mombeke assumes the role of a teacher and ambassador, caring for and instructing basically all of the tribe's youth. When there are matters of diplomacy to attend to, it is often Mombeke heading them. More to come, probably.

سيوف إلهية Year 2090 The colony ship, Frontier V, was violently yanked out of warp speed. In the command center, a group of Mujahideen and their subordinates were thrown forward, tumbling over railings, across the floor, or into monitors. “Wa- 93=2-581203498fml;aksmv…. Prep- Fpoaopawk35980vvms…. In-foinfoaiwm...” one of the shoddily modified onboard computers announced, alerting the crew of their arrival at their destination. Throughout the ship’s interior, sparks flew and cables groaned as the power was gradually rerouted through the various systems. “Aladeen, bring us down! Every moment I spend aboard this ship, I feel my bones weakening and my balls shrinking!” A commanding voice ordered, as its source climbed back onto his feet. A stout man with a thick beard, he was still dressed in the clothes he wore when overtaking the ship, with an out of date rifle slung across his chest, covered in arabic inscriptions. Frontier V shuddered and creaked as pilots clambered to the helm, inputting movements into the system, and ignoring every protocol in existence. Its thrusters engaged, and the marvel of modern engineering burned through the surface, and towards the planet’s atmosphere. “Aladeen! You’re coming in too hot! Too hot!” Actions Two civilian industry is constructed (4M + 8000C) One fuel refinery is built (3M + 6000 C) Construction yards begin to produce critically required material (12,000 C) Defensive works spring up around the colony (3M + 2,000C)

Name: UNKNOWN Archetype: Religious Community Mother Nation: Syria Sponsoring Space Agency: MESA Colonial Leadership: Autocratic Mission Classification: Military Starting Points: 8,000 Colonists, 10 Materials Background: >Automated Report 8017c1acgb790ab861n3998078vs has been received from site record: Frontier V >Please refer to record log DAMCUS for additional details. >Report Type: Automated Update & Diagnostics >Source: 180845hj709asg79as61n [Automated Transmitter] >Report Content: -- Beginning of Flagged Excerpt -- COMMUNICATIONS >Transmitter 01: OFFLINE >Transmitter 02: OFFLINE >Transmitter 03: OFFLINE >Array 849207sh-B: MANUALLY DISABLED CREW >Maximum Capacity: 20,000 Occupants >Current Capacity: 18,000 Occupants >UNREGISTERED OCCUPANTS DETECTED NAVIGATION: >Location: UNKNOWN >Current course: UNKNOWN -- End of Flagged Excerpt -- In the year 2090, Humanity finally truly looked to the stars. All eyes glared upwards, as countless rockets burned beyond Earth’s atmosphere, destined for distant and unknown worlds. Among them were the pride of the glorious nation of Syria, Frontier V, a colony ship. Originally bound for the Ross 154 system, its mission primarily involved the establishing of a proper colony which would be involved in production of military assets, and the policing of human space. This mission, however, was dead before the twin colony ships even lifted off. Using the corrupt Syrian government, international terrorist cells stocked the ships with hundreds of sympathisers and radicals. On the day of the launch, hundreds of more militants stormed the facility, overwhelming and hijacking the two ships. Too quick for the UN or the Syrian government to react, Frontier V launched. its course is unknown, the fate of the crew is uncertain, their whereabouts are unclear. Only the future holds these answers. Shabab!

Name: Afdal ash-Shuhada Age 51 Gender Male Description Afdal is a squat, rotund man, who stands no taller than 5’5”. He has deep brown eyes, jet black hair, and rich brown skin. His face, however, is rather ugly (3) it's smooshed and weathered, making him appear older than he is, and his nose and ears are grossly out of proportion. An impressive pube-beard sprouts from his jawline, but any mustache to speak of is diligently removed by the Imam. His eyesight being less than perfect, a pair of wiry spectacles are found on his large nose. While he is often seen in his flowing white robes, Afdal loves the look of “american” clothes, and sports his “I ❤️ NY” t-shirt proudly. The Imam is best described as a stern, though enthusiastic man. While he is fascinated and obsessed with American culture, he also despises much of it, namely the lack of women’s ankle, shoulder, and face coverings. Backstory: Born to an impoverished family in Syria, he grew up with twelve other siblings. Everything was always tight, but he was fortunate enough to obtain at least a decent education. Afdal was by no means popular in school, but he wasn't a reject by any means. The team he didn’t spend studying he spent working to support his large family. By the time he had graduated, he had obtained an intense obsession with religion, and decided to further pursue it. Afdal officially became an Imam by the age of thirty and served his community to the best of his ability, leading a pious and meditative life. Over time, he became a respected figure in his small town. Somehow still dissatisfied, Afdal began to travel throughout the country, and the middle east as a whole, briefly serving in towns, villages, and cities throughout the entire region. His latest venture, however, takes him across the Atlantic, to a burgeoning community within the heart of New York City. Here now for a few weeks, the man has mostly kept to himself and his mosque, when he is not out sightseeing and falling into the most obvious tourist traps.

Third Empire - The Decline 10,369 AE "Submit now- and I shall only take your ships, dreg." -Erasmis, The Mind Bender --- Events While the Irik, led by Erasmis, have mostly ground to a halt, reports filter in of a portion of the invasion fleet moving to besiege the now fortress world of Vaka. Aokigahara’s period of silence is suddenly broken. Via psykic communication, he announces to the galaxy that he will be aiding the Loyalist cause- and one of his fleets will be joining with Admiral Rakena. The Grand Admiral detects a sudden hyperspace jump, and before he can react, a pirate battlecruiser has somehow entered the system right beside him, cruising at full speed, it unleashes a single salvo of missiles and other ordinance before colliding with and destroying a loyalist battlecruiser in a brilliant explosion. Aokigahara makes no indication that he is cooperating with the Loyalists after such an action. Whispers across the Eastern Rim of mysterious machinations. Apparently- something is at work, spearheaded by one of the many criminal empires. On Buath, Mujari ibn Joas’ rebels continue to resist the Irik. Though they are greatly set back by the defeat of Imperial forces in space above, and on the ground, they retain control of one of Buath’s largest and recently most destroyed urban centers, Mekos. -- The Directorate New Vara marshals, at the fleet’s head, an ominous flagship. The Grand Duchy of Aldemar A loyalist victory over the traitor Admiral Pepe- perhaps there is still reason to believe in the loyalist cause. The effect of these propaganda efforts is unclear. Emirate of Kiritau Kiritau is exempted from these inspections, through their “anonymous agents” and by virtue of Raa being the Empress. Whispers of Emperor Tuakeo planning to launch a campaign to relieve The Ring reaches Kiritauan ears. Altaire Die, gommunists Dominon of Badab All quiet in Badab Vennendal War stuff! House Matareka Those loyal to the Loyalist and Matarekan cause contribute from what reserves and surpluses they have. (+20 fuel). No word on the progres of the engines. Stellarchy of Matene No one is surprised at Emer’s behavior- typical bootlicker!

Third Empire - The Decline 10,368 AE "Empty things with dead souls-- watch them tremble, watch them writhe! Their ships will shatter, as will their spirits!" -Erasmis, The Mind Bender --- Events Political tensions finally boil over into open civil war, as Emperor Rän-ji dissolves the Senate after a coup. Arakatera and Panayiotou lead the Senate east, to exile, where they begin to muster arms, to set about restoring the Senate to full authority over the Third Empire. The first shots are fired by the Loyalists, when the Emperor sends Kawhena a direct order to attack Vice-Admiral Manhuera above the skies of Buath. Perhaps even more dire is the opportunistic power grab made by Tuakeo in the West, where he has declared himself Emperor of the Galaxy and the Lord of a Thousand Stars, while claiming the right and supremacy of his Fourth Empire. These are troubled days for the Empire, as her master's focus on killing their political rivals, and the external threats still prowl at the borders. --- The Winds howl, and The House of Winds fall upon the Empire’s remnants like a hurricane! Imperial fleets over Buath detect a massive signal warping into the system, and panic at Erasmis’s fabled arrival spreads like wildfire! Indeed, at least twenty capital-ship sized signatures are registered by sensors, and dozens of more, smaller ones soon follow. Hovering just beyond 15D’s outer belt is one the largest Irik fleet ever observed, and it begins its advance to relieve the beleaguered shield world of Buath! --- The war in the south quietens down, and little movement is seen in the regions near the border of the FWA this year. Some reports come in of the Syndicalists digging in tight to their new territory, but no campaign is launched. --- The Emperor Rän-ji makes two major announcements this year - firstly, he declares the birth of his heir apparent, his son, Prince Kanoa, named for the First Emperor of the First Empire. Furthermore, the Emperor announces his marriage to the Lady Auraki Raa, who will henceforth be known as Empress of the Galaxy and Lady of Kaumai. --- No word from Aokigahara this year... The Dominion of Badab The public housing initiative is a great success within the Dominion. Masses of poor take to the street, championing the Tyrant who invested greatly in the state’s social programs with Empire’s stimulus while the vast majority built military facilities, or simply pocketed their earnings. Badab sits on the fence, which side will it choose!? Emirate of Kiritau Civil War erupts! Kiritau’s Stellarch joins the loyalists, and becomes Empress of the Galaxy, all in one year! New Vara New Vara has picked a side, the winning one, of course! Whichever one that turns out to be... Grand Duchy of Alamar As the Empire breaks down, Dryden is suddenly forced away from Buath-- more important matters spring up everywhere! One can only wonder what will become of the far away border system! Despotate of Oberstein Have fun with your girlfriend bud! Oberstein has picked a side in the looming civil conflict, far from any other Republicans, its fate is uncertain. It will require a strong man to hold its ground! Kingdom of Orteau After suffering a terrible accident, and falling into a coma, Teniert’s now leash-less minions have wreaked havoc on his grand designs for the galaxy! Civil war looms, and Orteau prepares for battle.. Stellarchy of Matene Tuakeo’s reinforcements arrive, bolstering the provincial fleet’s fighting strength greatly! Grayven is entrusted with the West, how he will manage it remains to be seen. Altaire Civil War! Altaire picks a side, no doubt the correct one! The Stellarch still remains holed up in his fortress, constantly and autistically expanding his security net, however. Admiral Elmo reporting for duty! Mandate of Vennendal Vennendal sides with the Republicans, Civil War begins, just as predicted! Raetia Raetia remains on the fence, carefully observing the stars around them. Which side will the pivotal Stellarchy join, many wonder.. Hyperboreia Not so boring anymore, Panayiotuo’s actions spark civil war in the rest of the galaxy, far from the Order’s borders. How NEETly.... House Matareka The Sons and Daughters of the Imperium but mostly Sons are mobilized for the coming conflict. Two legions are mustered and report for action. The merchants act swiftly, and squeeze through Matareka’s fingers for the most part. Any gain from seizing such ships are negligible. Populists in Matareka appreciate the legislation, as do the masses, but many Imperials sigh and shake their heads at such things.

Third Empire - The Decline 10,367 AE "A hundred years from now they will say, here began the fall! For I have seen the End of Days!" -Aokigahara --- Events In the quieter, lesser frequented corners of the Senate, rumours abound of major capital ship construction, illegal of course, done in absolute secret around the Imperial base in system in 16B. --- Nalani is raised to Archon by order of the Emperor. Rän-ji's oldest and most loyal supporter is rewarded for his faith by his elevation to the great ranks of the Peerage. The second Archon to be made, Nalani's title comes with some special privileges, as he is simultaneously bestowed the rank of Tyrarch. As a result, a great sleuth of shipbuilding begins in Nalani's province, and a Super Dreadnought is reportedly laid down. Spies report, however, that there is an immense amount of construction materials being shipped into the site, far more than commonly would be needed…. --- The constancy of the pirate threat continues, as Aokigahara mauls his way from one side of the Galaxy to the other. This time, it is he who catches Rahn in a trap, and the Stellarch is forced to retreat swiftly, and his squadron to lay in for repairs. As a result, Aokigahara launches a massive new offensive, spending his year utterly savaging the trade lanes, and his strength surely grows…. (-15% credits for everyone this year) --- Inshallah! The brave martyrs on Buath continue their vicious war against the Irik in the inhospitable jungles. The campaign is particularly savage, and captured Irik are brutally defanged, scalped and castrated by the vengeful Mujari ibn Joas and his fighters. They are no friends to the Empire, however, and twice they behead the downed pilots of Imperial fighters, and openly broadcast the footage for all to see. --- Political violence is at its most prevalent in over a century, as Senators are regularly accosted on their way to the Senate. Loyalists are often the targets of roaming bands of masked men, and tensions between the Tanuvian Guard and the Imperial Guard are at an all time high, as Commander Kapua fills the ranks of the Tanuvians with hardened veterans, hand picked from the best Republican legions in service. Twice in this new spate of political violence Senators have been pelted with dung, while several have had their passage barred and been savagely beaten. And, worst of all, the aide of a Loyalist was caught by a gang of masked thugs, beaten and then violently g*ng r*ped - as a sign of disrespect to his master. --- U'ilani vocally objects to "lesser Stellarchs", as he terms it, being given such political precedence over him. After several angry messages to the Emperor, and threats of an unknown kind, Rän-ji caves for the first time in his life, and appoints the Stellarch U'ilani as an Archon. -- The Stellarch of 40i, a rather boring and unnoticeable man, is found dead in his own banquet hall along with his whole family. He himself is pinned to the ceiling, an Arc-spear driven through his chest, many of his teeth seemingly very precisely and delicately removed, while the others are filled with bullet holes. The Directorate Serrano’s Driveyards churn out a fleet, hopefully one large enough to match the families’ ambition. A gift arrives, with a bow on top. Despotate of Oberstein Didn’t know good wifi was required to write rp, woman. Dominion of Badab Kimo Parata’s introduction into the military as a common grunt is a shocking and extraordinary humble development. He receives both hazing and praise from his peers. Maybe it’ll be good for him. Grand Duchy of Alamar Alamar rapidly begins to militarize as Dryden heads north to take command of Buath, where the situation seems to grow more grim with each passing day. Stellarchy of Matene Efforts to further develop Rumaris go nowhere, for funding and material investment is far to scarce. Senator Co’nnori I’ris pleads for the Arero’s entire stock! “Please sir please! I am unable to get the job done with my millimeter peter, I need them!” Emirate of Kiritau Another year passes in Kiritau. Raetia Cogs turn and wheels spin. After decades of isolation, Raetia prepares to open itself up to the world. In recent years, its industry has been roaring to life, its naval yards churning out ships, and its armies mobilizing. Where it intends to direct this growing military, is unknown.. Nutritionally Satisfied Altaire Another year holed up in his Citadel. Over the past months, the surrounding areas have become incredibly tense, as if they are expecting some sort of attack. Yet, one never comes, and they simply hold their breaths. Very promising results arrive. Holy Order of HyperBOREia Missionaries are sent, missionaries arrive. I also did ur mom in missionary position. The rest of the year is quiet. Mandate of Vennendal Perhaps the Mandate is correct, and the galaxy is on the brink, perhaps not. One can never be too careful it seems. Aalmer’s request hits a serious strain of luck. The man he speaks to in regards to the issue is from Vennendal himself, and pulls a number of strings. By the end of the year, a modern heavy cruiser is reassigned from the 5th Core squadron, and arrives in Mandate space. House Matareka The engines make little progress. Sons of the Imperium instantly make leagues more progress than their counterpart, Daughters of the Imperium. In near by Loyalist space, small chapters which essentially function as paramilitaries or militias, begin to spring up. Matareka learns of the extremists on Buath. Originally a Irik world until it was originally conquered by the Empire, its isolated geography quickly allowed varying sects of the same religion to spring up, the most extreme of which has taken hold over a sizeable chunk of the planet’s population. The religion itself is extremely conservative. They believe in a single deity who advocates for the purging of alien species, as well as the dismantling of the Empire in favor of a single theocratic state. In society, almost every minority group is oppressed in some way or another, and holding conflicting faiths is punishable by death.

Third Empire - The Decline 10,366 AE "I serve no Emperor, there is no God but Allah!" -General Mujari ibn Joas --- Events At last, There is progress on Buath! Not gained through Imperial blood, however. General Matareka receives word during the start of summer that several sections of Buath, as well as even entire districts of Buathi cities, previously under brutal Irik occupation have risen in revolt! Using vast quantities of unregistered firearms, including heavy military equipment covertly smuggled in or captured! The leader of this widespread rebel movement, exiled General Mujari ibn Joas, has proclaimed no support for the Imperial forces currently embroiled on the planet, but rather for a fringe religious movement popular in Buath’s swathe of space. The general has also publicly broadcasted several graphic videos beheading Irik captains and other leaders. -- As the Dread Pirate Sad Trees continues to grow in the scale and boldness of his attacks, the Stellarch Rahn becomes more and more proficient at engaging his fleet. The Horseman once more bursts from hiding, and attacks several prominent Imperial refueling stations across the Inner Rim. Having predicted such a maneuver, Rahn’s fleet engages the pirates, and delivers a crushing blow! Victory for the faithful! -- More stuff might happen maybe I guess, idk ask sky Dominion of Badab The Pit, though strange to many of Kaumai’s usual residents, is made at the request of Parata’s senator. The establishment sees general use from the dwindling populists and their constituents. The security is noted to be a little on the heavier side, but one can never be too careful. Raetia The isolated Stellarchary Raetia continues to arm itself, the galaxy moves around it. The Duchy of Alamar With the trial of Lord Albert Dryden finally commencing, after much delay, there is little else on the mind’s of Alamar’s ruling class, as they eagerly await the results.. Still Hungry Altaire Tarau’s estate is fortified immediately, and very extensively. Many are curious as to why the Stellarch would apparently lock himself up out of the blue, but many are too afraid to ask.. No genuine artifacts meeting the Stellarch’s criteria are brought in, but one can’t but be impressed at the sheer amount of laughable attempts many citizens make to fake such trinkets. Mr. Green procures a single, coin sized, disc of steel “of relevance”, apparently liberated from a bum at one of his “client’s” establishments. It surprisingly appears to be genuine enough, and the man demands payment, however, there seems to be nothing else very interesting or notable about it. (-10,000 C) Stellarchy of Matene Another year in Matene.. Kingdom of Orteau Three freighters worth of food, and a single freighter full of luxury goods are captured or sunk by Aokigahara’s fleet. Mandate of Vennendal Another year in Vennendal, nice rp tho tank. House Matareka The Emperor graciously accepts Matareka's gift, a suit of power armor of incredible beauty, and incredible power!! Alhamduilliah! (+5 Influence with Emperor) (Sky might have more to add about this) While many loyalists, especially, appreciate Matareka’s effort, his efforts to further women’s rights become more laughable! The thought of women fighting in the Imperial Army, especially when bodies are already dirt cheap, gains mockery from more than a few places, though the group takes itself quite seriously! No progress is made on the engines this year. Emirate of Kiratu Kiratu makes its reappearance onto the political stage!! In other news, the completely legal “blockade’ levied against the Emirate is completely lifted, on the condition they do not sell food for a cent below market price.

Third Empire - The Decline 10,364 AE "My master is the Emperor, and the Emperor alone." -Lord Keretene --- Events Turmoil in the senate and in the galaxy, more specifically, the refusal of the senate to provide more material to the Stellarchs, and failure to stop Aokigahara’s rampage prompts a meeting of many of the Eastern Rim’s Stellarchs. The purpose of this meeting is unknown- but it can only be assumed there is a coalition of sorts in the works.. --- Perhaps to many’s surprise, Stellarch Rahn does not return to the capital world of Kaumai for his trial. Instead, his fleet remains active throughout the year, still acting against Aokigahara’s piracy. Perhaps motivated by the event, he begins to produce at least some results, and many pirate vessels are sunk or captured. Allegedly, The Horseman was even, albeit briefly, engaged in combat with Rahn’s own flagship. --- Revolt in the West! Stellarch Keretene, master of a single, lowly planet and an Imperial Vice-Admiral, raises his banner against the open treachery of the Senate and his neighbour, the Stellarchy of Altaire. Keretene declares his one, true master to be Rän-ji, Emperor of the Galaxy and Lord of Kaumai, and he declares that not a moment shall pass without him resisting the Senate (and the Republicans) in every way possible, until the Emperor personally commands him to lay down his arms. In revolt with the Stellarch is the 20th Outer Rim Squadron, which he personally commands, and the 31st Legion, under Major-General Nikau. --- No significant news of Lord Netana reaches the Senate this year. The only report, is that the resupply was successful on an unknown scale, and that Netana's weary resistance goes on. --- Galactic food shortages continue on a major scale, as piracy savages the trade lanes, and neither local or Imperial forces can seem to stop the vicious series of raids that have expanded to cover the length and breadth of the Empire. (No NPC food available) ----- Dominion of Badab It is another year of military preparation in Badab, as they glower across the ancient border, eagerly awaiting a sign that their vigilance will pay off, that they may win glory against the Irik in the name of the Emperor. The Directorate The families of the Varan Directorate have become increasingly capable smugglers over the last number of years - a representative of a friend comes to them, requesting their services. (Discord) 5 Varan freighters are shot down this year, en route from Oberstein. Despotate of Oberstein Piracy ravages the deals Kruger has worked hard to secure - 50% of all credits gained from trade are lost in transit. The attempts to resupply Karuna are rebuffed - one of Aokigahara's cruisers descends upon the little convoy, destroying two corvettes. The freighter and the shipment survives, but they are forced to flee back to Oberstein. PLF cells in Oberstein have been all but overrun in the last few years, as the people turn violently against the Communists, and Kruger slowly works his PR magic, while his thugs arrange hits on local leadership. Raetia Lord Martok's victory over his kin is assured, but whispers reach his ears of distant relatives, asserting that his murderous coup gives them the right to rule over Raetia. Lord Martok loses 2B in transit, as piracy continues to run unchecked. Hungry Altaire The start of the year sees a series of violent raids against Altaire and her shipping. While normally pirates would be to blame, these raiders instead proudly fly the banner of Keretene. Two heavy cruisers are reported in the vicinity. (-5000 Credits) Altaire's recent subversion of Keretene in the Senate sees few of the smaller Stellarchs wishing to work with the province. Karuna, however, declares that he shall consider it. (Will sort it on Discord) 4 F and 2 B from Oberstein is lost to the rampages of Lord Keretene. Grand Duchy of Alamar A hard year for the Drydens, as their reputation is tarnished by the realities of Lord Albert's coming trial. While few Senators actually care about Porini Arapai's murder, most of the damage to Lord Albert's reputation - and, by extension, his father's - comes from the young Lord's declarations to the Senate, which have become widely publicised in the run-up to the trial. (-2 Influence) Stellarchy of Matene An industrious year for the purple people, as they make great inroads in the development of their national industry. In particular, a special kind of exotic good becomes available from Matene - a kind of purple 'sword' that finds great popularity amongst the ladies of high society. (+1 Exotic Goods a turn) Holy Order of Hyperboreia Little of note happens in the Order this year. In fact, life for the common cleric is so boring that the more blasphemous of their number have taken to calling it the Holy Order of HyperBOREia. (Lol get fucked hell) House Matareka Followed! Tyrone and Jamal choose Buath over the Lady Matareka and her nymphomaniac tendencies, but their queen has followed them to the planet's surface! They desert, rather than return to her retinue. Matareka’s drive to establish more women's rights sees a mixed effect. On one hand, he does succeed in spreading the message, and many worlds see at least small marches or groups form advocating for such rights. On the other hand, undoing thousands of year of social norms is no easy task, and Matareka and his house faces much criticism for his part in the movement. There is little progress made on the engines this year, and many involved with the project believe it to be a waste of resources. 7 Matareka freighters find themselves destroyed as they transport food from Oberstein. Mandate of Vennendal Another year of peace in Vennendal, as they escape the worst of the pirate raids, and begin to assert themselves as a competitor to the major shipbuilding corporations.

Third Empire - The Decline 10,361 AE "The one thing I shall say for the Accursed, is that they are masterful soldiers. For all our efforts, we rarely match their talents." --- Events For two years now, Stellarch Netana’s beleaguered forces have continued to resist FWA pressure following their shattering defeat and scrambled reorganization across the previously held province. This year, it seems, is no different. Reports from the theatre are scarce, given Netana has only a single Psykic at his disposal. His tattered fleet meets FWA forces under the command of Admiral Jelavic over the surface of Ivani. With only a single dreadnought still operational, along with a handful of supporting vessels, his defense proves to be sufficient enough to drive Jelavic from the system, but he has made it apparent that his ships are in critical condition, and he will soon run out of ammunition. --- The Hunt for Aokigahara continues, as Stellarch Rahn's ships continues to comb a trillion miles of hyperlanes, searching for the elusive Dread Pirate. Though he has traveled the Galaxy for nearly a decade, Rahn is no closer to apprehending the Pirate King, and the operation has become the longest running and most expensive manhunt in Imperial history, for though the Stellarch has destroyed a dozen of Aokigahara's ship in recent months, the man himself slips the noose every time it tightens around his neck. --- Political violence is on the rise across dozens of Imperial worlds. The People's Liberation Front and the Interstellar Republican Alliance, inspired by the victories of the Free Workers' Assembly, begin a series of mass strikes. Both organisations announce their "Long War" policies, and they commence a remarkably organised and well supplied guerilla campaign against Imperial authority. The first attack by the IRA is a major car bomb attack outside an Imperial military base. Public support for both organisations is remarkably high. The Province of Altaire Pytyl’s largest hurdle is obtaining permission to build such a monument, which he manages to do, helped on by him being elected as the Kavan He-ai. While the commoners don’t quite appreciate the monument any differently than they would any others, the gesture puts Naei in a good light. (+ 1 Influence) Nalani is more than grateful for the additional funds, and he promises to repay such support against the alien menace, some time or another. (+ 1 Influence) The Stellarch’s bounty brings in plenty of unwashed peasants, offering up some trinket or another as a ‘rare and priceless artifact’ almost all of which prove to be fakes, or completely worthless. However, among the mountain of garbage, authorities have recovered at least one object of note. A small, metallic and spherical trinket, which is clearly quite dated, and no doubt authentic. The Stellarch’s staff is unable to discern what it is, Mr. Green, however, believes he knows someone who would. (Discord) Raetia For two hundred and thirty years, Stellarch Rankor has spent his time bedding every woman he can lay his greasy hands upon. This year is no different, as Rankor finds little to do but bed ladies and shout at his sons. Dominion of Badab The reinstating of Admiral Iosefa Tenadi is almost universally well received across the Stellarchy. His previous career by no means being dull or unreputable. Many welcome the aging Admiral back to his post as well as his strong reputation (+1 Prestige for Tenadi) The Vara Directorate The Emperor is delighted to allow such a talented child to study under his own personal Psykics on Kaumai. Sunny Sal receives a letter, written in the Emperor's own hand, expressing Rän-ji's admiration for Vernazza's loyalty. (+1 Influence) Four freighters worth of food supplies from Qahtan are captured by Aokigahara’s fleet. Emirate of Qahtan An enormous year of shipping for the Emir, as food flows from his systems out across the length and breadth of the Empire. Grand Duchy of Alamar An Interplanetary Republican Alliance car bomb goes off outside of the Ducal palaces, killing dozens of officials, and causing a vast amount of damage. (-5000 credits.) Mandate of Vennendal Late in the year, the Stellarch of Vennendal is instructed to attend the Emperor. Personally. (Discord) A unit of components bound for Vennendal are captured by Aokigahara’s fleet. Despotate of Oberstein People's Liberation Front sponsored riots spring up across the Despotate, causing intense disruption in the province. (-1000 credits) Holy Order of Hyperboreia The zealots of the Holy Order rejoice, as one of their members attains a position of crucial military importance. Hyperboreia has never been as prominent as it is now. (+1 Influence) Thankfully, the Western Rim is largely untouched by Aokigahara’s fleets, and the Order’s shipping is untouched. Stellarchy of Matene Even by the standards of the Outer Rim, the Matenese are a strange bunch. They are largely distrusted outside of their homeworlds, and many incorrectly believe the race of purple skinned humans to be aliens. That does not change this year. Three units of food from Vennendal and two from Qahtan are sunk by Aokigahara’s fleet. House Matareka Across the Galaxy, Lord Matareka flies, his ogre daughter in the simultaneous embrace of Tyrone and Jemal for the entirety of the journey. Kingdom of Orteau Five freighters bound to Orteau are sunk or captured by Aokigahara’s fleet as they travel through the mid-rim. Orteau once more finds itself in a position of power in the Imperial government, what they shall do with it this time, remains to be seen. Sky will cover response to final action.

Third Empire - The Decline 10,361 AE ---------- "The Galaxy is changing, comrades. The tumour that is the Empire is slowly turning upon itself, devouring itself from within. This is our time, brother and sisters, this is the great era of our liberation - some nay sayers would tell you that we must have peace, that we must beg the Empire to leave us be, that we must beg for concessions! But know this, comrades! Change! Will not! Come from above! They may offer as many concessions as they like - but we have seen into their dark hearts and we see them for what they are - liars! The may offer us concessions, but change will not come from above! We are the instruments that will guide the Proletariat to liberation, comrades! But to have freedom, we must first spend blood to defend the sanctity of our nation, and the liberty of our people!" -Chairman Dmitri Radtskevsky, addressing the nation. ----- Water. Blood. Lead. These are the three things that await a newly dropped infantry trooper on the jungle planet of Buath, where Imperial forces under Stellarch Nalani Itamere battle through thick flora, braving Irik guerillas, Irearchy regulars and savage fauna, in a grim attempt to bring the brutal Siege of Buath to an end. The Siege of Buath has lasted nearly two years, and around four million Imperial soldiers have been dropped to the hostile surface. Most of these forces are clustered in the same, small area - the only major gap in the planetary shield. Several legions have been stacked on top of each other, pinned by enemy forced on all sides. As a result, combat on the planet surface is slow and grinding, as Imperial troops are forced to clear out the jungle section by section. Nalani Itamere, though weary, is guaranteed several more years of campaign in the area, until his forces manage to shut down the shields that prevent additional troops landing on the planet. But even as he makes his preparations, the Senate is breathing down his neck, and constant, incessant demands are being placed upon him to end the campaign quickly. --- Scandal erupts in the Senate! The Tanu Kāvan, along with all of his senior ministers, are caught in a major sex scandal. After being discovered hosting a massive orgy, involving men, women and animals, the Tanu Kāvan is forced to resign from his office, while he retreats to an estate in the far off Outer Rim, while a proxy performs his duties. Tanu Kāvan Arakatera, Kāvan Te Eriki and Arēro Wirimu are the three most prominent resignations. As a result, the Emperor dismisses the rest of the cabinet, and instructs elections to be held for the now vacant Government posts. --- War rages in the Outer Rim, as recently appointed Stellarch Ekutu Nettana musters his beleaguered forces and attempts to stop the ceaseless Free Workers' Assembly advance into the last remnants of Imperial Space in the region. Nettana received his appointment following the execution of Stellarch Matī Timane at the hands of Syndicalist forces. With two Hyperlanes leading into the region, Nettana is stretched thin as he attempts to defend the planets Danare and Ivani, the gateways into the remnants of the sector. Dmitri Radtskevsky, Chairman of the FWA has appointed Admirals Chekov and Jelavic to lead the assaults. Though Nettana resists for now, it is only a matter of time before he runs out of fuel and ammunition, and his resistance is quashed. --- Aokigahara, the self styled Pirate King, rampages across the Galaxy, burning and capturing shipping in all corners of the Empire. The pirate, though a major threat, has been largely ignored, and as a result he has evolved from a minor nuisance to a serious threat. In his stolen Battlecruiser, The Horseman, he leads his squadrons of raiders to victory, time and time again. Finally convinced of his menace, the Senate have appointed Stellarch Rahn, one of their closest allies and an old veteran, to hunt for Aokigahara, to bring him to justice. But though Rahn scours the Hyperlanes for the Pirate King, Aokigahara evades him, disappearing in one place and then appearing a Galaxy away, as if by magic.

Third Empire - The Decline ---------- "The stars seemed brighter, long ago, before the accursed ascended to the emptiness of the inky, black void. They are a savage people, badly designed for violence, and yet so prone to it. Each day, I stare out across the darkness and the stars seem darker - a foolish thought perhaps, but each moment of their rule feels as if it bleeds the Galaxy of a little more life. I would weep, but such tears would be wasted, and I have greater regrets - for which I shall reserve my sorrows." The year is 10'360AE. A shroud of darkness has fallen across the Third Empire. On Kaumai, the Imperial Capital, the newly coronated Emperor Rän-ji rules from his palace-moon, high above the heads of the commoners where his influence seems to wane by the day, and the senate is consumed by a state of constant deadlock. He has come to the throne of a bitterly divided and stagnating Empire, where far off Stellarchs rule as Warlords, the Senate plots against his rule and the military is the weakest it has ever been. Worse still, his power is even more eroded by the loss of much of the Empire's Psykics, who were once the arteries that allowed fast communication to every corner of the Galaxy, allowing for instant communication, and enforcing the Imperial will wherever they were present. This Great Decline has lasted five hundred years, and the effects are becoming only more prominent, with every passing cycle, more and more cracks spread across the Empire’s foundations. A great era of decadence has rotted away the heart of the Third Empire, while the brutally oppressed commoners have raised their heads, determined to improve the conditions of their lives. Meanwhile, the fighting around Buath continues unabated, as the Irearch lurks, waiting for his chance to crush the Empire, once and for all. Psykics: The Psykic Arts were once the foundation upon which the Empire was built. Psykics were once incredibly common - they served as interrogators, officials, communicators and more. That day has long passed, for now Psykics are perhaps the rarest caste that can be found in the Galaxy. The few that remain are almost exclusively reserved by the Emperor, the Senate or the Stellarchs - where they provide key lines of communication, and skilled secret agents. There are many aspects to Psykic powers - most of which are long lost. The most used, and the few remembered, Psykic abilities include long range instantaneous communication, the ability to search a person's mind, the power to inflict terrible pain without touch, and other such skills. Application: Starting Systems: All Stellarchs appointed by the Empire are given charge of a certain handful systems to administer and enforce Imperial law throughout. You are allowed to select no more than 10 systems (You can have less, I guess..), they must all be connected. Point Distributions (21 Total): Loyalty: Influence: Military: Leadership: Infrastructure: Your Stellarch (Their name + Personal backstory): Additional Characters?: Provincial Culture: All corners of the Empire, however isolated or sparsely populated- were all conquered or colonized by Humans, and more importantly, the Empire. Imperial culture itself varies across the galaxy, however, certain aspects of it, more specifically, naming conventions are based around the Maori / Polynesians of our world. While it is not mandatory to adhere to such naming conventions, we would greatly appreciate it. Human Variants?: For thousands of years humans have inhabited most corners of the galaxy. During such a vast amount of time, certain populations have began to offshoot from the main branch of humanity to better suit their environment, usually mainly in the form of visual differences, but other adaptations have been noted. You are allowed to choose such a variant, so long as you are positioned within the Mid-Outer Rims. Note, this is mainly for RP purposes. Unique Military Units (Two): Pick a number between 1-10:

Xi’an Provinces 41 P.D. - Year of the Ox --- ---------------- No RP because its 1;45 am and ,pdpost is suppoed rto be tomorrow and im tired thanks /. SENT FROM MY IPHONE EDIT: WOW! Gold, thanks for the gold king stranger! :steamhappy: ---Actions--- Financial Actions: -The civilian sector continues to receive an influx of cash infusions (40,000) -The Farming districts are expanded to account for increased demands (5,000) -Mines are established, producing raw steel for the Provinces (5,000) -The first true munitions plant comes online (7,500) -Excess funds are saved for next year (1,900) Mod // Diplomatic Actions: -A symbolic and annual ‘tribute’ is paid to the Fujianese Emperor

Xi’an Provinces 40 P.D. - Year of the Rat --- ---------------- The Korolov Investigation The mysterious death of Professor Korolov caught the world by surprise, more importantly, it caught the city of Tian’an by surprise! Unaware of the scientist’s presence in the city, the discovery of the man’s corpse has shaken local authorities, dumbfounded at how such an infamous man could remain hidden for so long. Regardless, numerous media outlets throughout the city quickly jump on the story as local authorities diligently begin their work. As quickly as Tian’an authorities begin, they realize what a curious crime it is. Having been found several blocks away from his residence, Korolov’s body is riddled with broken bones and lacerations, the largest one being found on his throat. The body, along with several security tapes confirm a drawn out chase between Korolov and his assailant, ultimately ending with the scientist's death. In terms of evidence, provincial authorities find great heaps of it, including countless video recordings, the murder weapon (left at the scene, no identifiable fingerprints found), and even an eye witness, who observed the murder itself. After countless hours of investigative work, the suspect is identified as an employee of one of The Corporation’s numerous subsidies, apparently within the city for some business matter or another. The witness claims to have seen the main wielding the knife while wearing a glove of some kind, explaining the lack of fingerprints. The Identity of the murderer remains unknown. The Corporation’s government’s involvement in the murder of Professor Korolov is unknown. In an international announcement early in the year, said details of the murder as well as the Corporation’s possible involvement are revealed to global community by the wise Hegemon Zhao Hai. Following up on this, he makes a public request to dispatch a purely investigative unit into The Corporation in order to further look into this terrible crime committed against a citizen of the Provinces. Rest assured, citizens, Provincial Authorities will continue to investigate the matter. ---Actions--- Financial Actions: -The Hegemon orders the construction of infrastructure to better facilitate commerce throughout Tian’an (40,000 for 4 Trade Depots) -Furthermore, the civilian sectors receive funding. (5,000 for 1 Civ industry) -The sprawling agricultural district is expanded upon (5,000 for 1 Farm) -200 is saved Research Actions (Passive): -A kaiju’s hide is thick and tough, resilient against even modern weaponry, and the Provinces lack mobile equipment to deal with such threats. Using the numerous kaiju corpses accumulated at the Graveyard, scientists begin devising a toxic gas which could be deployed from artillery, bombs, or missiles, which could quickly neutralize Kaiju. Ideally, such a weapon would not affect human targets, but if it must, so be it. [NEW] -Work begins on an advanced anti-missile // anti-air system, such would hopefully be an improvement on previous models, employing large caliber repeating auto-cannons or longer range missiles of their own to quickly intercept missiles, jets, and icarus suits. [NEW] -While the Dragon guns already pack a significant punch, there are always things to be improved. Jade Corp is given significant funding, as well a contract to design and produce a railgun. Given the size of Dragon guns, its assumed they should have little issue fitting such a mechanism in the package, and making sure it packs a MASSIVE punch [NEW] Mod // Diplomatic Actions: -The Corporation is requested to allow Provincial personnel within the city so that they may continue to investigate the mysterious death of Anton Korolov. -Sumiyoshi’s invitation is accepted. -A diplomatic mission is sent to Emiritia and Yashida, hoping to better relations between the two countries. (MOD) -A symbolic and annual ‘tribute’ is paid to the Fujianese Emperor (MOD)

Nation Name: Xi’an Provinces (might alter slightly) Government Type: Federal Autocracy Leader: Hegemon Zhao Hai Culture: Fujianese, distinctly detached from the Federation. Focused more around authoritarianism/nationalism and distanced from Monarchists, religious sects, and communists. History: Originally discovered and settled by Fujianese explorers many centuries ago, the Xi’an Provinces provided the burgeoning state with both ample land for settlement, a growing issue due to the increasingly overpopulated mainland, and key islands and ports, necessary to exert influence in the Sea of Xi’an and lower Emiritia. By the time the Great Ideological war had broken out, the region was one of the most valuable in the Federation, but one of the most die-hard Federation strongholds, having an intense sense of nationalism and national pride. The colonies themselves provided excellent bases close to the Emiritian homeland, and thus were heavily staffed and protected by Federation troops during the war. Still, Xi’an would see its fair share of war, its many islands and coastlines being subject to numerous Emiritian Invasions. By the war's end, a massive operation to conquer the colonies had begun and been mostly contained by Fujianese troops. Following the Devastation and the end of the Great Ideological war, the ensuing Kaiju onslaught would prove a definitive moment in the colonies’ history. With the Federation’s resources thoroughly depleted by the war, and the remaining forces stretched extremely thin, the central government could offer little in regards to assistance to areas other than the mainland. Discontent with mainland strife and inaction, and under constant attack from the seemingly unstoppable Kaiju, the various colonial entities formed the League of Tian’an. Centered around the capital city of Tian’an, the League collectively agreed to temporarily act against Federation restrictions and regulations in order to better protect their lands. The establishment of independent military formations and bases, as well as the opening of new diplomatic lines allowed the Colonies to survive through this turbulent period, though as it dragged on, many within the ruling caste became less and less inclined to return to a subservient position in the Federation government. Besides the devastation and distancing from the Federation government, the numerous Kaiju attacks had laid waste to many of the colonial cities, forcing many millions of inhabitants towards perhaps the most secure city on the planet, Tian’an. A glorious work of modern engineering, Tian’an is one of the largest cities on the planet home to almost 70 million people in the greater urban area, roughly 70% of the province’s population, and protected by thousands of conventional defenses, several rings of Great Kaiju walls, and enormous gun positions capable of eliminating Kaiju alone, Tian’an stood as the colony’s sole bastion against the Kaiju onslaught, and a resilient headquarters for the Order of Draken for countless years. In recent times, the Xi’an Provinces have continued to drift away from the Fujian Federation, being almost completely independent from the Federation, in all but a symbolic or traditional sense. The government of the provinces itself has also begun to become incredibly corrupt and authoritarian. Lacking any central authority to coordinate the defense and reconstruction of the nation, the position of Bazhu (Hegemon) rapidly grew in importance, having numerous privileges and authorities granted to it by the colonies until the point it had essentially become a dictator in all but name. Because of this rapid degradation of democracy, the government has become extremely fractured, akin to that of a monarch and his vassals, with clear factions and interest groups separating the country’s leadership. However, the Hegemon still remains incredibly powerful.. Groups or places of Interest: Tian’an, The Unbreakable City: -Serving as the nation’s capital and administrative center, as well as the center of basically all other industries in the country aside from agriculture. Tian’an is a massive city, grown to such ridiculous sizes by the Kaiju crisis, home to nearly 70 million people, more than two thirds of the country’s population. The city itself is protected by four layers of Great Kaiju walls, the first protecting a massive agricultural zone, and the remaining three dividing the city into circular sections decreasing in size. In addition to its massive walls, the city is protected by miles of above ground and subterranean defenses, as well as a massive array of giant cannons originally built to kill kaiju, but fit for bombardment on ground, air, and sea targets. Jade Corp: -One of the many companies operating within the colonies, Jade Corp has found particular favor within the sitting government, paying massive sums to lobbyists and politicians in order to continuously land large contracts arming the PDA. Despite their rampant backdoor dealings, the company produces and designs top of the line armaments. The Jinyi wei -Sometimes referred to as the Hegemon’s Fist, the Jinyi wei is are both a secret police, and a special forces unit which serves the Hegemon exclusively, and is charged with his protection. Key Figures: Hegemon Zhao Hai: The reigning Hegemon for nearly twenty years now, Hai wields what are essentially dictatorial powers across the colonies. Despite his authoritarianism, he is well respected by the population, many believing his leadership was essential for pulling the colonies out of the crises following immediately after the Great Ideological War. He is the main proponent of the Anti-Federation movement, strongly advocating for Colonial independence. (4 Charisma, 7 Leadership, 1 Martial) Field Marshal Han Xin: Supreme commander of the Provincial Defense Army, Xin’s experience begun during the Great Ideological War, where he was responsible for the defense of the far western colonies. His leadership playing a vital role in containing the initial Emiritan Landings (3 Charisma, 7 Leadership, 2 Martial) Captain Yue Fei: One of the country's only two “Aces”, Fei is a massively popular figure and a rising star within the military, his unit being responsible for countless victories against Kaijus. Point Distribution: Size: 10 Military: 10 Tech: 6 Loyalty: 4 Nat Idea: [NAME]: Civilian Manufacturing produces 2,000g and costs 5,000g Unique Units: -Provincial Regulars: Mechanized Troops widely recruited across the colonies, extremely efficient PDF training regimes allow classes to be far larger, allowing troops to be deployed on a much larger scale. (Regular Mechanized Inf, but recruited in 3x as large unit sizes) -T-40 Jet Fighter: Designed by Jade Corp, the T-40 is a top of the line Jet fighter, more than capable of both air superiority operations, as well as providing support for ground forces. (Jet Fighter) -Dragon Gun: A massive ******* cannon, usually transported to battlefields in multiple pieces by rail and assembled on site, or mounted in fixed positions within or ontop fortifications. The ordinance fired by a single Dragon Gun is enough to crack open the thickest of defenses, or destroy the largest of Kaiju in a single shot. (BFG) Starting Location: Are Mechs superior to Tanks?: Do I have to say it?

Conclusion Hundreds of years spent in darkness, finally, the Far East was reborn with the construction of new states, and the collapse of old ones. Into the 14th Age and beyond, there would be conquest, war, bloodshed, and strife. Yet, there would also be agreements, peace, and unity. As these nations forged through the seas of uncertainty, they began to stumble upon the remains of what once was, behind it all, cogs turned.. What follows is a summarization of the many events, discoveries, and stories of the various nations and peoples of Iter... The Dol Varuk, the scourge of Fydor and the eastern coastlines. Strange beings from a land beyond our own, their arrival was sudden and unannounced. While it was not the first time such creatures had set food upon Iter’s soil, it would certainly be the last for many many ages to come. The Houses, as they are called in their own tongue, were drawn to the east like moths before a great light, urged on by faith and tradition. Like many others from across the world, they came in search of ancient artifacts, The Keys, the Garden. 883 saw the first actual footholds established, more would follow in 887, and again in 889. By 890, The main body of the Dol Varuk fleets had exited the Great Sea, and entered Fydor’s shivering waters. In 893, the eastern Perasmani Isle would be claimed, and in 896, Awashima itself was attacked. A pivotal point in the war, the combined fleets of Fydor, as well as countless mages from Samalstraza would see The House’s fleets laid to waste in a clash of truly epic proportions. From there, the alliance would fight numerous battles at many locations, on land, and at sea, from the Cradle to the Midlands, driving the invaders back into the Great Sea once and for all.. -- In Orev, the civil war would be officially ended by Clade Rellin and his Choranic Allies. After countless battles, and seemingly endless months of besieging republican strongholds, Marduniya’s troops would be the first to overcome Eyowith’s walls, capturing several gatehouses, and the Senate house itself. Despite his at first unlikely victory, Clade’s iron will and strong leadership would soon begin to fade. Distressed at the death of his brother, Oros, and later the death of his wife, the Emperor was never truly himself again. -- The realm of the risen sorcerer, The Servant Ghor would ultimately be short-lived. Following his defeat at the walls of Krolestwo’s capital, a coalition of Krolestwoian, Kastovian, Rhydian, Rhorric, Khrav, and Antramarian troops would see the sorcerer’s forces pushed back all the way to Ralok Mus, where his form was dismantled by the hands of a party of Kindly Ones and Choranic adepts and mages. -- The Mitrovic Empire, beset on all sides by Kemet and the riders of Tomorbataar, would ultimately weather the vicious storm. The early war was marked with terrible setbacks, Lichtenfels forces overrun in Avon, and the Ascendancy soon followed suit, the capital of Verdova was sacked, and the Oge Khan’s horde pressed deeper into the Empire. As everything seemed to begin to crumble, Mitrovic forces would soon be relieved by Alexandra’s skill and position. Antramarian legions reigned in and defeated the rampaging horde, and with the southern wall secured, Orolian turned west. Numerous campaigns were fought between the Kemetese and the Mitrovic-Dohocan-Aldemaric coalition, which saw the state contained. Despite Dohoca itself and Aldemar’s western lands being overtaken by the Kemetese, Kemet was ultimately boxed in, but still remains one of the great powers of Chtor.. ------- In the years after the Dol Varuk invasion, total Ishikawan hegemony over the Sea of Fydor quickly became a reality. Wars against the Atemic Warlords, Adozarans, Amarantic, Khravic, and Perasmani, as well as large settlements in the Cradle saw the establishment of vast colonies. Colonies which enriched the Shogun beyond measure, allowing him to fulfill the Eternal’s command beyond the fullest extent, and usher in an era of total Ishikawan supremacy on the waves. The Perasmani League suffered greatly at the hands of the Dol Varuk, yet in a sense shielded many more from such a terrible fate. In the years following the disaster, great strides would be taken to rebuild the league’s eastern outpost (again), and settle large swathes of the Cradle. Though the league would clash numerous times with the Shogun on Awashima, the League would at least remain a strong force in Fydor, and establish one of if not the most dominant and widespread network of trading outposts, and merchant companies. Isolated from most rivals, the Choranic Empire was allowed to grow and flourish in relative comfort. Despite its isolation, The King of King’s fleets would be summoned to fight in the Battle of Awashima, where they would play a pivotal role in defeating the Dol Varuk armada. In the years after, the Empire would expand and reach levels unseen during even the reign of Atem. Wars against Ascalon and Aeton would see the two realms mostly conquered and integrated in Kurasahr. Great settlement efforts also saw the Empire’s borders reach the shores of the Sea of Metar, and the Great Olk-Wood conquered by vast canals, massive roads, and other glorious and complex works. Already at odds with the Ishikawan Shogunate, the Kingdom of Adozar would ultimately be forced into a humiliating settlement, surrendering portions of its eastern coastline and population centers. King Santiago, a charismatic monarch and tireless ruler would make up for such losses with dozens campaigns against the Atemic warlord Arnun, and the newly reformed Orevian Empire. During these conquests, Adozar would display its leadership and soldiery to be some of the best in the Midlands, and they would be often sought after for mercenary work in all corners of the world. The defeat of Ghor would not prove to be the worst of things for the Amarantic Dominion, allowing enough time for the expansion into much of the eastern midlands to be complete, as well as the conquest of Rhorric. However, despite its secure borders, it would be almost universally shunned and ostracized by its neighbors for its involvement with Ghor. Years following the conquest of Rhorric would be plagued with endless wars between Amarant and its neighbors, resulting in many victories, and many defeats. Notably, aside from Shisima, the Dominion was not forced to cede any land to the Ishikawans. While Arakelgurdin may have never reached the influence of its Samalstrazan cousins, the state would go on to become deeply entrenched in Chtoric affairs. Influencing and pulling strings everywhere from the Choranic Empire’s southern holdings, to the Mitrovic Empire, to the Pachaqui Kingdom. In the years following the failed conquest of Wyom, the Chicahtoc would be given a window of opportunity. Having returned to the mainland during the first war, Mol Kjaro incited civil war throughout the pact, allowing Chicahtoc armies to sweep across the western regions and conquer them with little opposition. This first conquest lead to another, and another, in a matter of years, the empire had overran Aldemar and Dohoca’s footholds, and conquered swathes of southern Rostukhov, establishing itself as the dominant power in the immediate area. Occupying a key island in Chtor, Anaxes quickly became renowned masters of trade and development, with the capital of Lyffneveld being the hub of these institutions and a worldwide center of commerce. Along with their Mitrovic allies, the Principality established themselves as a strong power in Chtor, its trade rivaled only by Perasma and Dohoca. Its fleets played a major role in the Siege of Aldemar, which sought to finally conquer the seemingly impenetrable city. Assaulted from all sides, the Mitrovic Empire managed to weather the storm, emerging from the numerous conflicts of the 880s and 890s still intact. Orolian would spend the final years of his reign rebuilding the capital of Verdova with the aide of Samalstrazan and Anaxes architects, establishing it as one of the world’s greatest cities. Conflict with Aldemar, likewise, began to erupt during this period, leading to territory changing hands numerous times, and the Empire ultimately unseating the League from its extremely dominant position in Chtor after the grueling Siege of Aldemar, which is recorded as the longest and most complex siege ever to take place. To this day, the Empire remains the primary bulwark against the Kemetese and Oburakai hordes. Unfortunately, the Kingdom of the Glade emerged a little late to have any major influence on the 14th Age. Still, the land and its people remained a prevalent force within the Olk-Wood, attending to its needs and adhering to tradition as they had for many ages past, far from the reach of any major power. However, its wines did eventually become known as some of the best in the world, rivaled by only Hatra, a large Antramarian company. Alike the Kingdom of the Glade, the Isle de Fae emerged onto the world scene a little late to have any major influence on it. The Isle remained largely unknown to much of the world, apart from the uncommon traveler or merchant. The isle of myst, and all who dwell on it exist as they always have.. Nestled deep within the mountains, the Pachaqui Kingdom remains as serene as ever, under the steady hand of the now aging King Thonaqan. Since the completion of the wall, the Pachaqui have seen steady expansion, growing to occupy much of the coast of the Wine Sea, as well as much of the basin to the south. Today, the realm is one of the most prosperous and peaceful in Iter. To Summarize all of Samalstraza’s endeavors in such a short paragraph would be unreasonable. The impact of the institution during the time period is not to be understated. Many nations of today exist only through the careful and delicate work of Samalstraza, who still remains as undoubtedly the most influential nation on the world stage, as well as the universally recognized hub of knowledge and learning. Of the world’s many characters, these are some resolutions.. The Shogun Kais would be remembered as one of the islands’ most ambitious rulers, propelling the nation into Hegemony of Fydor and beyond. Admiral Katsumi’s record at sea remained spotless throughout the duration of the Dol Varuk invasion, and his leadership proved to be decisive during the Battle of Awashima. His bird, key in many of his victories, was buried within him, after it ceased to function following his death. Unlucky enough to have been roped into something greater than himself, Capitan Inari would be dispatched in search of the keys, a mission in which he would not succeed, ultimately sacrificing himself for his crew’s survival in a battle against “a specter” as they recount. Though Miyata’s adventures in Eyowith were not successful, she would hoor herself into considerable influence under Clade’s new government. Salazar the :Goyim: died as he lived, aboard a ship and in hopes of enriching himself and his country, the specifics of which are unknown. Regardless, the man would be remembered as one of the most influential figures in Chtor, running a massive criminal empire across most of Iter, and making Perasmani pockets some of the fattest in the world. The explorer Pytheas became one of the most renowned of his day, exploring and excavating numerous sites within the Cradle. His work, published and distributed across much of the world detailed his findings in regards to the emergence of mankind, the first nations and cities, and a massive conflict between early man and the ancestors of the Dol Varuk, which he dubbed “The Separation.” Only recently, he discovered what he believes to be his “Magnum Opus” a monolithic ‘Garden’ ringed by impassable and pure white walls, to this day, he studies the site in hope of being able to find a way in... After many years on the brink of insanity, Gaumata’s mind was finally cleansed upon the completion of the Oromires Terminalus. On its completion around the man, he was struck with a pillar of “pure starlight” in which he disappeared for seven days. On his mysterious return, he claims to have conversed with Ahura Mihr himself, and bestowed the gift of true enlightenment, as well as a new righteous purpose. In the following years, he would depart alone in search of ‘the keys’, so that Aura Mihr’s work would be made final.. The Acolyte Rib emerged from the cavern altered. Throughout his journey, he would encounter numerous foes, an Ishikawan Captain, a Chicahtoc Emperor, a Pachaqui Sorceress, a Choranic Magi, and his once ally, Antathek Ra. While many obstacles may have been overcome, but many still stand before the level 80 chad his destiny still eludes his grasp, barely.. Following her marriage to Lord Tarbus, Runivera’s influence only grew. With Tarbus’ weight, Hatra Wineries were able to absorb or out compete all of their major competitors within the decade, establishing itself as the dominant company in regards to high grade wine. On top of her monopoly, her relationship with both Tarbus and Alexandra allowed the cunning Samasltrazan to greatly influence Antramarian politics for many many years.. Ala, All Mother of the Order of the Kindly, spent the remainder of her days spreading her creed, and helping those she could throughout the world, apart from her brief involvement in aiding the coalition forces against the Servant Ghor. Shortly after her death, a peaceful passing in her sleep, much turmoil broke out within the Order leading to numerous ‘heretical’ sects which begun to sprout up.. Acid’s reputation continued to grow as her completely healthy and legitimate business begun to take root all over Iter, by the time of her passing, she had most certainly not made the world a better place, her vast distribution network ruining countless lives.. It is a dark night when the Lord of the Unfathomable is visited, and made aware his peers no longer challenge him. In a matter of minutes, the Dominion falls under the command of one man, Anathek Ra. The Underking sends him to all corners of Iter in search of the artifacts, still, he has not yet succeeded.. Emperor Chicahtoc is not yet free from the voice, since the night the Key and Orb vanished, it is relentless in its directions, forcing him to all corners of Iter. His reign is remembered in a much better light, one of rapid expansion and conquest, and plentiful sacrifices. The Archpriest Solameqan, old mentor to Thonaqan, is a mentor once more, training the princess Chimiqua to be the most powerful magi he had ever witnessed. He passes peacefully in his sleep, and is remembered fondly across the kingdom. Like his old mentor, the remainder of Thonaqan’s life is tranquil, spent administering his sprawling kingdom from the City of the Skies, and raising his children. His reign is remembered as one of the nation’s greatest, and he is titled “The Great” Under the tutelage of Solameqan, Chimiqua grows to be the most powerful mage ever recorded. As she grows older, she begins to hear the world more clearly, and eventually, Mama-Pacha itself. Under its direction, she departs into lands unknown, on a journey to “fulfill her purpose” as she says. Emperor Orolian’s reign proves to have been perhaps the greatest in Mitrovic history. The Emperor passes in his sleep within his tent, located beyond the walls of Aldemar itself, where his army lays siege to the city. He is titled “The Conqueror” :chad: ------------------ I would like to say thank you to everyone who participated in the game. It was truly an enjoyable five or so months spent modding, I loved reading about your nations, conflicts, and various exploits every week, and I hope you all had just as good a time fleshing them out yourselves. Though I was perhaps not the best mod in many ways, I hope you were all satisfied and enjoyed yourselves. While I'm sorry to cut it off where I am, I just don’t have the drive to continue, and I don't want the previous months to be soured by a noticeably degrading performance. Once more, I really do appreciate everyone who participated, as it truly was a really fun time and I sincerely enjoyed every minute of it. A special thanks to Eric, Sky, Czar, and Hary, in particular, who all helped in writing/devising the really excellent set of rules as well as various other aspects of modding. Thanks 🙂 –Supreme

“Ah yes, Lord of War, his reign was violent and ceaseless, it spread to every corner of the land. Aun did not care for his defiant sibling’s tendencies. The Shapers never intended for such needless violence, Aun split Aast in two, discarding the second half, and imprisoning the first within lands unknown.” -Recollections of The Eye, the 7th Age --- World Events: Time marches on, a year passes, it is now 883 Another year of war in the midlands, Ghor’s legions are surprisingly repulsed from the Krolestwoian capital by the defenders. The Council of Three is held between the Tetrarch Aeton, as well as the warlords Alean and Arnun to further discuss the state of the Empire in the far east. Civil War continues in Orev. Clashes between Oros and the Republic reach a climax which culminates at the Battle of the Sheer. With over 25,000 troops present on both sides, its one of the largest battles of the war. In the midst of the fighting, Oros is struck with a crossbow bolt below his collar bone. He survives the fighting, but dies later in the year, causing the remainder of his supporters to flee to Clade’s banners. --- Battles/Campaigns: Westward: The engagement off the Cradle’s coast is fierce, marking the first time since the invasion had begun where Fydoran troops had wanted to meet the Dol Varuk in close combat. Thankfully, the Perasmani are well suited for this task, their flamethrowers, anti-sail bolts, and plentiful infantry do well to even the playing field. Even still, they suffer greatly in terms of both men and material against the fearsome four-armed warriors. The battle proves to be at least partially decisive, seeing the Dol Varuk fleet break out of the entrapment and flee south then east. Mongol War: The year ends with Orolian and his allies relatively unassailed on the Steppe. The Khan’s horde which stayed on the Jade Sea launches no true assault other than the occasional raid and harrying attack on construction crews, still this does little but slow construction. On the homefront, the Empire’s reserve army fortifies itself in the city of Tridava, which appears to be the next target for the Oge Khan. Upon reaching the city, however, and viewing its well staffed fortifications, the Khan turns north with great speed. They cross the unguarded river and fall upon the capital’s walls. The garrison resists several assaults, but is ultimately overwhelmed before the reserve army can reach it. Verdova is sacked. Following his victory, Odgerel’s army crosses through the ruins of the city and deeper into the Empire.. (75% of Verdova’s buildings lost, 60,000 deaths) Calamity in Chtor!: The Kemetese Hordes overwhelm the Avonic border defenses and strongholds before the coalition can truly react. Lichtenfel’s forces arrive to a somber scene. Avon is besieged by land, and the countryside almost totally occupied. Over the course of the year, they repulse numerous assaults, but sections of the walls face heavy bombardment, and several breaches open. Chronic Expeditionary Force: After the Battle of the Sheer, Clade’s army explodes in numbers, and he is able to scoop up vast areas of territory. The year is mostly spent campaigning against the Republic in the south, several strongholds are overrun, no decisive battle is met. (casualties for all in discord) --- Kingdom of Adozar Though Adozar’s position on the world stage may be insignificant for now, the realm prospers, and the queen has indeed given birth to a handsome baby boy. (+2 Charisma for Lorenco) Crossbows prepared for 86 Chicahtoc Empire Another year passes within the Empire Isle De Fae Truly mysterious is the Isle De Fae, strange stories leave its shores.. The Living Myst (T4) will be prepared for 89 Create Chimera (T3) ready for 86 T4 Equipment ready for 87 The Amarantic Dominion While poison is readily available, the kind which the Amarantic desire is far beyond what they possess. Still, the acolytes toil and wagie across the Dominion in an attempt to please their masters. They find, however, that creation of and then subsequent containment of toxic vapours proves to be impossible with what they have. Pachaqui Kingdom Mama-Pacha weeps, her children’s blood waters the earth, the war drags on. At least the homeland remains at peace. As the rain falls, Chimiqua feels and overwhelming rush of energy, and pulls a vast wave of water seemingly from the ground, temporarily flooding several lower sections of the palace in the process. The Perasmani League The construct appears to function identically to Katsumi’s Arnun is the strongest of the scouted states, while the other two appear to be small, peaceful realms. The boom in trade through the clever use of the printing press has already increased Perasmani presence in the region, and muscling any more seems to be ineffective. Runemancy can’t spawn debris out of thin air, and thus the Igni Bolt see little progress. The Ishikawan Shogunate The settlement is established Crossbows will be ready for 86, at current rate of investment Principality of Anaxes After many years of labour, great sums of money, and sweeping government plans, Lyffneveld truly is a Great City. Trade from Chtor and beyond pours into the city’s harbours, and men flock from around the world to view the various works of art, or enroll in the prestigious naval academy. (Lyffneveld’s Base income doubled, +5% trade bonus, +6 SP & Metal production).

He wakes again, the third time this night. His mind is strained, his body fatigued, still he crawls to the wall. The visions call to him, they tempt him. The visions are lies. The visions are lies. These things, they must be documented! Yes, They may prove to be useful against the darkness! The paper- where is the paper, the wall it will do. He scribes, he carves, he toils, he remembers, he must remember. The visions are lies. The visions are lies. The visions are lies... World Events: Time marches on, a year passes, it is now 882 In Antramar, the reputable and infamous Lord Tarbus finalizes his marriage with the Lady Runivera, the event is relatively major, and a large celebration is held in the capital. Following his victory last year, Krolestwo itself suffers Ghor’s wrath. His legions sweep across the country, slaughtering everything in their path before simply raising them to serve Ghor instead. Sigismund’s coalition meets them in battle again, yet once more he is repulsed, and the horde now converges on the Krolestwoian capital. On Shisima, the lengthy siege begins to culminate with a final assault on the beleaguered defenders. Well over five thousand soldiers charge up the ancient and treacherous cliffs (or rather the newly constructed ramp :neet:) and meet the stalwart defenders. While the battle weighs heavily in favor of the attackers, the defenders manage to repulse the first few assaults before the hastily created barricades are overcome, though at a heavy price. In the castle itself, they face not only terrible wraith warriors, but walls of thick blackness and horrible visions. The Amarantic mages also constantly raise the fallen in an attempt to resist as long as possible. Still, their strength is not unlimited, nor unopposed, and their numbers are dwindling. After many hours, the last of the defenders fall, taking many Chicahtoc mercenaries with them with walls of lightning. The Samurai actually suffer the heaviest casualties, despite being the best trained and equipped, the steep and exposed stairs make them vulnerable to marksmen and projectiles. --- Principality of Anaxes The Anaxes navy strikes at many Kemetese supply lines, attacking them while they are crossing, or disembarking and striking them as they pass through the area near the rivers. The Eastern district sees an influx of refugees from across areas affected by the Kemetese hordes (+50,000 pop) The city continues to grow, but it has not yet become a Great City The Amarantic Dominion Poison is already more than readily available, more specification required. Trebs prepared for 84 Leech, t3 ready for 85 Chicahtoc Empire Both infrastructure and techniques capable of supplying / employing heavier armor will be ready for 884 with the continued rate of investment. Kurausahr Gaumata’s visions persist, causing a great strain on his health and well being. Try as he might, the man simply cannot rid himself of what he found within the Olk-Wood. He finds himself carving strange revelations on the walls of his quarters, or tearing out pages in tomes. The voice does not relent. Arakelgurdin While it is widely believed that the strongest steel easily obtainable has already been forged, the forgemasters and scholars of Arakelgurdin set out to prove them wrong. Using both Elemental and Alchemic magic, they receive their first promising results. T5 prepared for 886 War Caravels are finished within the year Telescopes will be prepared for the year 884 Whispers of strange figures doing strange business reach the ears of the Five Families. Such reports coincide with an overall rise in “strange” activity all around Chtor. Samalstraza So Acid’s henchmen go, and so her empire begins to grow. By the years end, they have both established minor footholds in the two cities, and have begun distribution. Runiveroid’s engagement to Tarbus is solidified, and then finalized in the same year. With his weighty influence in the kingdom, she makes major strides in establishing Hatra Wineries as the dominant force in the market. Ala’s decrees are dutitifullied obeyed, and the Order, which has now grown to cover basically all of Iter, is divided into respective Alaces. The Good Writings follow the newly appointed Mothers or Fathers, and its teachings enlighten many. Rib goes, he arrives. Magma Rock - T3, prepared for 85 The Perasmani League Pytheas’ expedition will take a great deal of time to reach its final destination, but will visit numerous points of interest along the way. Perasmani attempts to animate the construct meet a dead end, however, the Samalstrazans, who have by now a better understanding of golemancy, figure it out quite easily. A simple channeling of energy as well as focus sees the large raven-shaped bird spring to life. Cormac and the teams are by now certain they have retrieved all of the tablets that are to be found at the site. Deciphering the tablets proves to be well beyond Cormac’s skill level, and his team meets only dead ends throughout the year. The dust is perplexing, as it doesnt seem to belong to a single “magic group” aside from that, no other strange properties are noted. Salazar is perhaps the first to employ the printing press in such a manner, and it leads to the growth of many Perasmani networks. (+5% bonus to trade income) (+3 Charisma) Volatile materials makes little progress The Ishikawa Shogunate The Frigate Kaga never returns from its expedition to Maeya, for reasons unknown. Musashi’s ships rejoin the blockade (need total numbers for full ramifications) Aiko’s paper, The Friend of the People continues to receive backlash not only from senators and military men, but revolutionaries as well. For too long have they been oppressed by the Rellins and other royals, there will be no negotiation, they will not rest until Orev is freed! Greater Mist (t4) will be ready for 87 at continued rate of investment Treated Lenses will be capable of loosely penetrating Greater Mist, and other natural fogs/mists, but it remains unknown if it will be effective on magical darknesses. The process of making such lenses is not exactly simple, however, as it involves enchantments rather than treating the lenses. Ready for 86 Kingdom of Adozar The kingdom celebrates the King’s wedding! Pachaqui Kingdom The war in the Jade Sea continues, with little sign of an end in sight. Chimiqua continues to grow in strength in regards to magical ability. As she becomes older, she is more able to more precisely manipulate her powers.

He wakes, thick beads of sweat forming on his brow. His sleep was troubled and fleeting, as he attempts to drift away once more, the whispers gnaw on the periphery of his hearing. They tempt him, offering great power, vast riches, revenge for his ancestors, he remains undaunted. The visions are lies. The visions are lies. The visions are lies. “And for his betrayal- his acts against his kin, N’kuhana was exiled, buried deep within the mantle. Never was he to observe the light firmament again. Yet still, he stirs, he reaches out. Even I cannot escape his influence...” -Recollections of The Eye, The 14th Age --- World Events: Time marches on, a year passes, it is now 881 Curious news from Antramar. While preparing for a hunt, the esteemed Lord Tarbus falls from his horse, suffering a terrible blow to his head. For many days the man is unconscious, when he does awake, he remembers little that he once did. Many report a clear change in the man’s normally blunt, and cruel behavior. Nevertheless, a notable figure in Antramarian politics, the advisor Runivera has diligently taken to helping the lord recover from his injuries. Awoken and established, the Realm of Ghor lashes out against the central Midlands. Vast and ancient legions take up arms once more, and continue their vicious expansion to the west. This year, their advance overtakes the Kastovian borders. In response, King Sigismund along with his allies in Krolestwo and Rhorric rally against the undead menace. The two proper forces clash just east of the Krolestwoian border, where the allies are totally overran, and driven back into the country. The false idols and prophets of the Holy Nation have long since been sent tumbling to the earth, or smashed to pieces. The entire temple district devoted to the prophet is said to have burnt for months. In its wake, a truly massive statue of the god Soth rises, built on the back of slaves. Despite its cruel construction, one cannot help but marvel at its construction. Towering far above the earth at an imposing 200’, it is a marvel of engineering. Their expansion now unchecked, and their armies swelling in numbers, the Pharaohs of Kemet once more decree that there must be war, as it was commanded by the gods. Kemetese hordes pour from the eastern portions of the country, in a matter of months they swiftly conquer all but the most resilient of the Aldemaric fortresses and cities in the region, all while another force marches on Avon to the south. Defiant and appalled at the attempt on his life, Mol Kjaro’s base within Wyom continues to grow, especially within the heartlands where the success of the Oligarchs on the warfront is less obvious. There are even whispers of the man departing his island stronghold to organize a proper invasion, what with the blockade of his only real territory being lifted. --- Kingdom of Adozar There are more than a handful of powerful noblemen with daughters across the realm, however, none of these will add to the nation’s strength as said noble’s forces already exist within the standing army. Pachaqui Kingdom The spell (t3) will be prepared for 883 The princess’s gifts continue to grow in complexity and power as she ages, the priests and shaman remain ever confused as to the purpose of such a blessing, yet they cannot help but be amazed at its power. Grand Principality of Rostukhov Another year.. Kurausahr Gaumata sees the world more clearly- yet he sleeps less, hours where he onced studied, he is now troubled. His dreams are now perverted, and he can tell they are not his own. Against his will, he grows to crave utter and complete silence, where the faintest of whispers can be heard, occupying and reverberating within his mind, “You.. will see reason…” Clade Rellin naturally accepts such a generous gift. Kassandane’s plan sees mildling success. Her acquiring and flipping of several properties is of little issue, and many Orevian nobles highly value the thought behind such actions. Many of the rebuilt properties are sold within the year, and Kassandane herself begins to worm her way into the Emperor’s court. Perasmani League The goyim has been trying to peddle Ironleaf for several years now, and he finds no new buyers beyond what he already has. Pytheas’ party needs to be more specific in where it is going This new and more powerful ballista will certainly not be sinking ships on its own, but the design is notably stronger than its in-use counterpart. These new heavy duty artillery pieces will totally phase out the old models throughout the navy and army, as well as establish infrastructure for further production by 885, as long as the project receives at least 80k in funding between then and now. Principality of Anaxes Anaxes, what a wholesome land with wholesome people :happy: More investment pours into the city, and it continues to grow as a hub for both culture and trade. Someone better make sure to keep track of how much money they’re dumping into this thing! Teykh Syndicate Just like the Persamani, the attempt to stabilize ship weaponry is unsuccessful, and quickly dropped. While the various scientists do enjoy tinkering with steam and its properties, they find little in the way of real or applicable discoveries. One researcher develops a sort of sphere set on a single axle, which shoots out two jets of steam and spins, how novel! No actual use for the machine is found, however, and its forgotten before the year even ends. Need to be more specific on spell Samalstraza Runivera’s war against the wine moguls continue, after her minor victories last year, there is little in the way of new developments, especially with much of her attention being given to Tarbus. Acid’s little operation begins in the peaceful lands of Khrav, and kickstarts with little issue. By the years end, ‘Turquoise Dream’ is being sent as far as Orev and Kastovia, with her henchmen working diligently to expand such an operation. (+20,000g) Rings of Power will be prepared for 85 Advanced sewer systems will be ready for implementation by 84 The Amarantic Dominion Dark Resurrection (t4), ready for 85 Dark Maw goes nowhere Ishikawan Goyimunate The Hoor’s actions this year do not go unnoticed. The Friend of the People is openly criticized for being anti-republican, or royalist propaganda, slews of senators and military men openly defend conscription, citing it as the sole way for the Republic to deal with the well trained and professional armies of their enemies. Several of the “authors” of these articles are even imprisoned or executed by Republican authorities. Still, Eyowith cannot help but read Aiko’s works, due to the sheer amount of them drowning out the competition. The keep is established [THIS IS FOR SAMO TOO] Throughout the year, the besiegers, more specifically the Choranic mages pummel the island’s castle relentlessly. Though nova bolts are not exactly ideal for cracking such walls, several portions have collapsed partially, leaving imposing mounds of half-rubble, still protected by the terrible cliffs. The alchemists agree that making wood heavily resistant to fire would definitely be possible, totally immune to fire is a different question. They busy bees get right to work, and say that they will have a usable concoction in 3 years time, given they continue to receive the same levels of funding every year.