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Hedra wrote:

ATTN: Since no one else came forward to run. South Ajian Commonwealth wins and becomes our next Defense Minister! Congrats to him! Next up is Domestic Affairs Minister. Election takes place in May 22. Any interest, let me know.

I would like to announce that I will be running for my second term, but at this time I will be waiting to deliver my platform until an opponent shows themselves, until then I plan on resuming my contribution to the region as I did in my first term. I would like to thank my supporters for giving me the chance to conduct my civil duty to my region, thank you.

IC:

King Constantine III. of the Kingdom of Athant, has therefore in the presence of his royal court, officially permits Hyperborean civilian vessels to access the recently-renamed "Constantine Canal", without any limitations or prohibitions on goods; meaning that even weapons can be shipped through the canal without any restrictions. So long as the Hyperboreans agree to pay an annual tribute of 20 million Rodins; they may ship whatever they desire through the canal. A treaty can be ratified at a later date to solidify the terms, but for now all permissions have been granted, with an envoy being dispatched to the Hyperborean Empire of Vostag, to act as a mediator between the two nations.

His Majesty the King himself personally pleas to the signatories of the "Anti-Hyperborean Embargo" to re-consider their position, and drop the blockade.

"If we [Rodinians] can't work with the Hyperborean Empire, they will begin working with our enemies, and hinder any future dialogue when it's needed. We should work with the pagans, not against them, because then they can finally accept God. I understand that maritime laws have been violated, but if the Hyperboreans just bite their tongue, and pay the fine - maybe we can all move on."

- King Constantine III.

IC: "The Sultan in Silk" - RP Series (Part 1)

The Sultan lays gently on his bed with covers made of silk, surrounded by his most trusted advisors, and Prince Hadid al-Mujmamad II. his eldest son and heir to the throne. The Sultan lays sickly, as he has for some time now. The room is quiet, but his son disturbs the peace with his demanding and urgent voice.

"Father...Your Excellency...The Soverns have once again denied our terms, and we believe their next act is war. We must nationalize the canal now before they use it against us!" The young, but ambitious Prince pleas to his decaying father. The old Sultan simply stares endlessly into his eager son's eyes, and sees for himself the flames of wrath.

"...My son, is it possible that the terms are...unreasonable?"

"No, father. I did not spend my life studying politics and law to become dumbfounded on the very words I learned, you're being naive, they will come!"

"I am not insulting your intelligence, but if it is war they want, it will come regardless. Instead of preparing for the worse, maybe y-"

"This is insanity! You do not even have the mindset to understand the circumstances. All negotiations have failed, they're on their way!"

"My son...my beautiful son, it is not the negotiations that have failed...it was you who failed."

The room instantly becomes silent, overflowing with tension. The advisors' eyes are strained on the Prince. The eldest son's face retracts, and glares at the advisors, "Leave." the Prince orders, and the advisors simply leave. Once the advisors take their exit, the Prince confronts his father, bends down, and lays his head on his hand.

"...Forgive me, father...Allah, for what I am about to do."

"What are you going to d-"

The Prince grabs one of the silk-laced pillows from the Sultan's bed, and begins to suffocate his own father, who violently resists. The Prince begins uncontrollably crying, praying for forgiveness as he looks up to the ceiling, adorned and decorated in gold and marble.

The Sultan's violent shaking stops, but the Prince keeps crying.

"Forgive me...but it was needed to be done, father."

IC:

To bypass the growing tensions near the Seuez Canal, the government of Israestine-Judah has begun subsidizing contractors and companies to construct a major infastructure project; consisting of a railway, major highway extension, and the expansion of the port, in the coastal city of Tyriol. This will solve the logistical problems the region has been experiencing, as well as allow an easier flow of trade throughout the Red Sea. However, despite this resolvement showing promise, the Isro-Judhean Intelligence Agency (I.J.I.A.) has detected inbound Sovern warships approaching in their direction, sparking security concerns for the region. Due to intense relations with the Soverns, the government has issued moves to closely monitor Sovern positions.

Athant wrote:

IC:

King Constantine III. of the Kingdom of Athant, has therefore in the presence of his royal court, officially permits Hyperborean civilian vessels to access the recently-renamed "Constantine Canal", without any limitations or prohibitions on goods; meaning that even weapons can be shipped through the canal without any restrictions. So long as the Hyperboreans agree to pay an annual tribute of 20 million Rodins; they may ship whatever they desire through the canal. A treaty can be ratified at a later date to solidify the terms, but for now all permissions have been granted, with an envoy being dispatched to the Hyperborean Empire of Vostag, to act as a mediator between the two nations.

His Majesty the King himself personally pleas to the signatories of the "Anti-Hyperborean Embargo" to re-consider their position, and drop the blockade.

"If we [Rodinians] can't work with the Hyperborean Empire, they will begin working with our enemies, and hinder any future dialogue when it's needed. We should work with the pagans, not against them, because then they can finally accept God. I understand that maritime laws have been violated, but if the Hyperboreans just bite their tongue, and pay the fine - maybe we can all move on."

- King Constantine III.

IC:

The King of the Kven speaks in regards to King Constantine's opinion regarding the "Anti-Hyperborean Embargo".

"While I do respect the opinion of King Constantine III. The Hyperboreans will still have to complete all the demands set by the embargo, and they still refuse to take responsibility for not only breaking multiple maritime laws, but their regime won't even take in the honor to acknowledge their mistake. It is almost expected of them to hold no accountability for their actions. At this point of time, we will continue to hold the blockade-embargo coalition, and even expand the policy to detaining their aeronautic satellites as to prevent them from using orbital technology to transport more weapons. Until the condition are met, the situation will remain, if not progress. We are in talks with our partners to begin operations to render their space program obsolete."

IC: Militarization of the Boreas Ocean - The Next Frontier

As more of the ice sheets in the Boreas Ocean melt due to climate change, rich minerals and strategic significance gains the attention of the nation's government. The Neo American Navy has begun military drills and exercises all across the Boreas Ocean, just barely pushing against the political boundaries of the Hyperborean Empire of Vostag. Although no acts of provocation have been ordered on the American side, the Neo American Navy's presence will only be exponentially growing, considering that multiple mega-corporations have already begun surveying mineral and oil reserves in the region, and it would only appear that it must claim what is there, even if it lays beyond American territory. 6:00 hours, the S.S. Bob Ross barely pushes into Hyperborean maritime territory, but willingly observes its position, as it will be stationed there for the foreseeable future on orders of the Neo American Navy.

The Hyperboreans would also begin detecting American hyper-sonic fighter jets patrolling the Bering Strait, and deterring Hyperborean aircraft, civilian or military, from getting anywhere near American territory. There has been no official publication or speech declaring the military or government's intentions by conducting such drills.

Agyptus wrote:

IC: "The Sultan in Silk" - RP Series (Part 1)

The Sultan lays gently on his bed with covers made of silk, surrounded by his most trusted advisors, and Prince Hadid al-Mujmamad II. his eldest son and heir to the throne. The Sultan lays sickly, as he has for some time now. The room is quiet, but his son disturbs the peace with his demanding and urgent voice.

"Father...Your Excellency...The Soverns have once again denied our terms, and we believe their next act is war. We must nationalize the canal now before they use it against us!" The young, but ambitious Prince pleas to his decaying father. The old Sultan simply stares endlessly into his eager son's eyes, and sees for himself the flames of wrath.

"...My son, is it possible that the terms are...unreasonable?"

"No, father. I did not spend my life studying politics and law to become dumbfounded on the very words I learned, you're being naive, they will come!"

"I am not insulting your intelligence, but if it is war they want, it will come regardless. Instead of preparing for the worse, maybe y-"

"This is insanity! You do not even have the mindset to understand the circumstances. All negotiations have failed, they're on their way!"

"My son...my beautiful son, it is not the negotiations that have failed...it was you who failed."

The room instantly becomes silent, overflowing with tension. The advisors' eyes are strained on the Prince. The eldest son's face retracts, and glares at the advisors, "Leave." the Prince orders, and the advisors simply leave. Once the advisors take their exit, the Prince confronts his father, bends down, and lays his head on his hand.

"...Forgive me, father...Allah, for what I am about to do."

"What are you going to d-"

The Prince grabs one of the silk-laced pillows from the Sultan's bed, and begins to suffocate his own father, who violently resists. The Prince begins uncontrollably crying, praying for forgiveness as he looks up to the ceiling, adorned and decorated in gold and marble.

The Sultan's violent shaking stops, but the Prince keeps crying.

"Forgive me...but it was needed to be done, father."

IC: "The Sultan in Silk" - RP Series (Part 2)

Prince Hadid al-Mujmamad II. arrives at the U.N.B headquarters for the first time, attending an introductory speech, and making one last attempt to prevent an escalation in a dire situation. Although the young Prince arrived alone, he has it in his heart that Allah is always with him. In a humble plea, Prince Hadid II. would make it clear that the only resolution he desires is peace. Meanwhile; the state of Submetta has collapsed, and so to insure the security and defense of the nation, Prince Hadid II. has ordered the military to invade the territory, occupy its people, and eventually annex its entirety.

"...While nations abroad plot to invade us, my father lays sickly and unable to govern, so I must assume the title Sultan until he heals - by Allah I pray that his health returns, so my beloved father can rule in his rightful place. Until then, I bestow the authority and powers of Sultan. I want to warn my transgressors to reconsider their plans, and seek to it that they flee with their dignity. You may have your weapons, your allies, but you do not have Allah by your side. You will be met with defeat, and generational shame. You will dare come to my land, make demands, and threaten my people?" the Sultan scoffs at the audience, "This is your one and only warning."

Kiago wrote:

IC:

A limo appears in front, stepping out is Prince Andy Richard Vormente and Grand Royal Husband Ryan Theodore Vormente. They both get out of the back of the limo, and Grand Royal Husband Ryan Theodore Vormente extends his hand out.

"Good day Mr. Goodman! How do you do on this fine day?" Asks Ryan."

OOC: I apologize for the lateness, I didn't see the notification that you quoted me, my bad Kiago!

IC: Mr. Goodman shakes the gentleman's hand, "I am frankly enjoying the sunsets here Ryan, although the humidity is killing me in this suit!" the slightly irritated man chuckles as he fixes his collar, and wipes his face with his handkerchief.

"On behalf of the Triumvirate, I would like to thank you and your liege for your time, I understand being a big shot in the middle of Zothique takes its toll, especially with the continent always in a state of disarray. I came to your beautiful island to propose to you a possible arrangement between our two great nations. You see, Ryan, we're in desperate need of the strategic resources that are at your disposal, and if you're open to it, we'd like to import these strategic resources for our vital semi-conductor industry. In return, we'd be interested in sharing the technology with you, and even better yet - be interested in protecting your current regime in power with the might of the Neo American Armed Forces. Our only condition; ditch the Hyperboreans, and cut off all economic, diplomatic, and military ties with their regime. We will even go as far as to recognize and protect your possessions in the West Antilles, regardless of our foreign policy against foreign colonizers. I understand that the Hyperboreans were your friends first, but they're lacking in too many things that are costing you too much of your time and money to worry about. Once you become a partner with us, you won't need them anymore. What do you say?"

OOC: Rawr XD

Hi :3

Neo American Union wrote:

OOC: I apologize for the lateness, I didn't see the notification that you quoted me, my bad Kiago!

IC: Mr. Goodman shakes the gentleman's hand, "I am frankly enjoying the sunsets here Ryan, although the humidity is killing me in this suit!" the slightly irritated man chuckles as he fixes his collar, and wipes his face with his handkerchief.

"On behalf of the Triumvirate, I would like to thank you and your liege for your time, I understand being a big shot in the middle of Zothique takes its toll, especially with the continent always in a state of disarray. I came to your beautiful island to propose to you a possible arrangement between our two great nations. You see, Ryan, we're in desperate need of the strategic resources that are at your disposal, and if you're open to it, we'd like to import these strategic resources for our vital semi-conductor industry. In return, we'd be interested in sharing the technology with you, and even better yet - be interested in protecting your current regime in power with the might of the Neo American Armed Forces. Our only condition; ditch the Hyperboreans, and cut off all economic, diplomatic, and military ties with their regime. We will even go as far as to recognize and protect your possessions in the West Antilles, regardless of our foreign policy against foreign colonizers. I understand that the Hyperboreans were your friends first, but they're lacking in too many things that are costing you too much of your time and money to worry about. Once you become a partner with us, you won't need them anymore. What do you say?"

C:

"I have just gotten back a message from our King, and after careful consideration, he has agreed to the terms of your proposal." [i]Says Grand Husband Ryan Theodore Vermonte.

"Whoa!...Hey...hey dad!"
Suddenly comes up drunk Prince Andy.

"Son. What...are you doing here, drunk?..."
Says Grand Husband Ryan Theodore Vermonte.

"Bo...Boy those aged wines really get you! 19...24...19..54..."
Drunkly says Prince Andy.

"Son, please, go sit down in that chair over there, and wait for me while I am talking to the respectful and polite Mr Goodman."
Says Grand Husband Ryan Theodore Vermonte.

"O...ok dad..."
Says Prince Andy drunkly as he barely walks to the chair in question.

"Kids, but I have to agree with them on one thing. The wine really does get you. But anyways, yes, your offer is accepted."
Says Grand Husband Ryan Theodore Vermonte.

ATTN: Since no one but the current stepped forward to run, East Niholate Federation wins by default and goes to his second term as our Domestic Affairs Minister. Congrats!! Next up is Foreign Affairs Minister, any interest let me know. Election will take place in May 28th.

IC: "Neo American Phoenix"

Just as a noble Phoenix is reborn from its successor's ashes, the Neo American nation once again spreads its vast wings over the continent, and the world - casting shadow over the globe. In an effort to gain more territory and revitalize its former domain, the Triumvirate declares an annexation war on the island nation of Saranada. Shortly after the war declaration, the Neo American Marine Corps made a successful amphibious invasion on the island, and quickly occupy it before any reserves could be organized. The invasion was so fast that most of the civilians outside its capital city were not even aware, but eventually Neo American boots could be seen marching on all shores, advancing inland with the support of light tanks, and tactical air support. The defenders were overwhelmed, and quickly capitulated after only five days, making it historically the shortest war in Neo American history. Within a month the status of Saranada changed from territory to state, but have not yet begun the naturalization process of the native Saranadans. In the contrary, the Neo American government has opened up the island to six million Neo Americans, with a Dixie cultural background, to colonization. The majority of the Dixie colonists would take up residency in the major cities, while the Saranadans were evicted to the rural countryside, which was still owned by Dixies, who found the opportunity to entrap the Saranadans into indentured servitude. An extreme apartheid law was the first bill implemented by the state's legislature, marking an expansion of the 'Deep South' of the Neo American Union.

In terms of diplomacy the Neo Americans have successfully re-affirmed strong diplomatic ties with Quintoine, Oreusa, Santamonia, the Separatist Confederation, and Grand Saotnesoa. Multiple arrangement have already been made, while some are still in progress. In the meantime the Neo Americans still want nothing to do with the eastern hemisphere, so long as they remain in the eastern hemisphere...

Hedra wrote:

ATTN: Since no one but the current stepped forward to run, East Niholate Federation wins by default and goes to his second term as our Domestic Affairs Minister. Congrats!! Next up is Foreign Affairs Minister, any interest let me know. Election will take place in May 28th.

OOC: I pledge my hand in the basket of grapes; I shall run as a candidate.

Neo American Union wrote:

IC: "Neo American Phoenix"

Just as a noble Phoenix is reborn from its successor's ashes, the Neo American nation once again spreads its vast wings over the continent, and the world - casting shadow over the globe. In an effort to gain more territory and revitalize its former domain, the Triumvirate declares an annexation war on the island nation of Saranada. Shortly after the war declaration, the Neo American Marine Corps made a successful amphibious invasion on the island, and quickly occupy it before any reserves could be organized. The invasion was so fast that most of the civilians outside its capital city were not even aware, but eventually Neo American boots could be seen marching on all shores, advancing inland with the support of light tanks, and tactical air support. The defenders were overwhelmed, and quickly capitulated after only five days, making it historically the shortest war in Neo American history. Within a month the status of Saranada changed from territory to state, but have not yet begun the naturalization process of the native Saranadans. In the contrary, the Neo American government has opened up the island to six million Neo Americans, with a Dixie cultural background, to colonization. The majority of the Dixie colonists would take up residency in the major cities, while the Saranadans were evicted to the rural countryside, which was still owned by Dixies, who found the opportunity to entrap the Saranadans into indentured servitude. An extreme apartheid law was the first bill implemented by the state's legislature, marking an expansion of the 'Deep South' of the Neo American Union.

In terms of diplomacy the Neo Americans have successfully re-affirmed strong diplomatic ties with Quintoine, Oreusa, Santamonia, the Separatist Confederation, and Grand Saotnesoa. Multiple arrangement have already been made, while some are still in progress. In the meantime the Neo Americans still want nothing to do with the eastern hemisphere, so long as they remain in the eastern hemisphere...

IC:

When the King hears of this, he decides to make a move, by launching an invasion of Ovezio, from the newly acquired and renamed Porto Ciel. The King decides to send Grand Prince George, now a general, to launch an invasion of the island. After a lengthy battle, the Kiagons take over Ovezio, renaming it the state of Francine. They also launch a similar campaign like the Neo American Union, and expel native Ovezioans to the countryside, and invite Kiago residents to the newly renamed main city of the new state of the West Antilles, New Vermonte, the new capital of the West Antilles.