Markos waves back, heading back into the hangar, and checking his watch's time. 15:30. Well, he should probably start getting ready for whatever his captain wants to talk with him for.
Bucksden
"Heh, it really does. Let's go change, then, wouldn't want to scare people off when we get back."
Meanwhile, Heidrun was debating whether or not she truly was wise beyond her years, considering the discrepancy between her mental and physical age.
“Take care, both of you,” Winter said as she put a hand on Penny’s shoulder. “A list of calls and bureaucrats await me back at New Szel.” She nodded to both of them before leaving.
“Well, I suppose it’s time for us to depart as well,” Penny said as she went back to her changing room.
In a rather surprising matter, the Sun wu dynasty has offered a ceasefire to the Systems Alliance as Imperial Order ships have retreated from Ventuan space. This is a developing story and we will continue to update you more as more information comes in.
Cymiopolis and Italia unita
Aszaryin
(Sorry this took ages, I'll be more faster this time) Despite the rather unusual Apperance in which the Remaining Yonians took most of them if not for a better words seemed to be friendly if not cordial with the Cymiopolitians, now to them commonly referred to as Distant kin with the phrase's origins seeming to be unknown even to them, the remaining tribesmen while having difficulty speaking english would manage enough to be understandable if not cryptic similar to Varist's own speech.
And as for Varist himself, his face would turn to the doctor, mostly unexpressive other than for the tilt to his own head once as he would start to speak in return;
| " You wish to seek out those superior, a bold proclamation you have declared but this I will grant yet I must warn you of dangers, the Queens are not those alike the former neither cordial alike Acira or adventurous alike Xeosa, the ones within the dominion are apex and will stop at nothing to confirm their status should it mean killing a distant kin to solidify. " |
He would stop only to stand, reaching for his rifle still remaining face down into the ground, picking it up only to hand it to Argie seeming to want him to hold it as he would continue again:
| " To meet those superior one must display force for acceptance, less they pass you off for someone greater, yet show excessive may attract the Empress herself and those distant who has not yet returned you must understand yes? " |
Cymiopolis
Bucksden
As they were on their way back, Heidrun spoke up again.
"So... that was quite lucky, wasn't it? Or maybe it wasn't lucky, since I'm starting to think that's a habit of the Imperials now. They could pull off a magic show with their disappearing acts..."
Now that would be quite the sight, she thought.
"...but unfortunately, I doubt they'd do that. Anyway, how do you feel about this?"
At 16:00, Markos walks over to his Captains Room, opening the door, and saluting.
"Ah, Ensign Kalamoutsos. At ease." Says Captain Tsainakas, when he opens the door. "Please, take a seat. The meeting will be fairly short."
"So, we received your brief report on planetary expedition to your new planet yesterday. It's lucky that your friend back there managed to be within your vicinity when the distress signal was sent out." He says, once Markos has taken his seat. "My condolences to the rest of the crew."
Markos nods. "Yes, sir, thank you sir."
"Our next mission was meant to be backing up a Ventuan invasion of a colony of the Chinese Nation. However, this morning, we received information that the "Sun Wu Dynasty" had requested a ceasefire, which the Ventuans accepted. As such, the Salamis's schedule is suddenly empty for the next week, as our support of the invasion was expected to take approximately that much time.
"Adding to this, when a medical checkup was done to you yesterday, the doctor detected several minor injuries, including a moderate muscle strain in your hamstring. It's nothing serious, but he still recommended that you take a short rest from exploration and piloting. As such I am giving you one week of extra leave, effective tomorrow."
Markos heard those last words and wasn't sure how he'd lucked out this well. He remembered Adlez's words, "You really need a vacation, Markos."
"That will be all, Ensign Kalamoutsos."
Markos nods and salutes before walking out of the Captain's Office.
He wasn't sure if Captain Tsainakas heard the muffled "YES!" outside his door, but he was way too elated to care. At that moment, he was wondering wether he should use the other 2 extra weeks of leave he had left to extend it.
“Personally, I am happy this is being resolved without more bloodshed. It means I do not have to worry about taking lives.”
In a matter of minutes, Penny was back to her original attire. “There we go. Soon you’ll be back to your own body as well, Heidi.” They soon went aboard a shuttle, ready to take off.
Bucksden
Heidrun was looking forward to getting back to her own body, she wouldn't deny that. Although, she didn't mind being a voice in someone's head either, which she guessed would be ironic considering some of the effects of her past traumas. Phantoms of who she once was were quite common before, and even if she'd seemingly gotten over it to some degree, she'd never quite get over it...
Oh, but enough about that. What did she have to complain about, anyway? These last few weeks had been some of the best she's had in... who knows how long.
"This is a bit sudden, I know... but thank you, Penny. Thank you for everything that's happened involving us two in recent times. At the very least, you got me to sleep in a bed again. I'm quite nice to snuggle against, aren't I?"
“I...um...” Penny looked away, despite the fact no one was looking at her. “Perhaps...” she finally said, twittering her fingers slightly.
Bucksden
"Hehe... yeah, I don't always fall asleep immediately. So I've been fully awake a few times. Don't worry about it, though, it doesn't make me uncomfortable."
Kadiya
Attention: our satellite region, Old West Indies, has been raided. I'm aware it has fallen out of use and is now naught more than a relic of a lost era at this point, but might we at least password protect it and ban the imposters so that we can keep OWI as a memorial? Greco-byzantium and Polska-ruthenia are the only nations there who belong.
Thanks, Sincerely, Kadiya, puppet owner of Polska-Ruthenia
“I will...um...that is...I’m okay if you needed someone to hold because...you had a bad dream or something...” Penny was glad no one could hear their conversation. She didn’t even notice til now the shuttle had already jumped into hyperspace.
Nwi roleplay committee
Hello New West Indies! It is now December 2152 in the roleplaying year. Please check the following dispatch for updates on the current Roleplay!
Current Time: May, 2042 Average Tech Level: Modern Tech
Introduction and Origins
The 2020s brought chaos and uncertainty to the nations of the world. The combination of a global pandemic, eroding global supply chains, the Russo-Ukrainian War and a global recession brought the world to it's knees and led to the balkanization of global superpowers. Smaller nations weren't any luckier with military juntas making a comeback in an attempt to maintain stability through force. While Russia and China have slowly pieced themselves together by the 2040s, the once mighty American Empire has shattered along regional and socio-economic lines. While democracies are starting to see the line at the end of the tunnel, autocracies remain unchecked in the meanwhile until the West can renew its alliances.
A new world order is about to begin, and the new nations of the earth will seek to adapt and prosper, lest they perish into obscurity.
Below is a list of all possible events that could occur in the roleplaying world of the New West Indies. All of these events are determined by the Nwi roleplay committee. These events will effect the general direction of roleplay in some way, and we highly implore nations to keep them in mind when writing their roleplay posts.
Events are determined in one of two ways. The first way is through pre-established roleplay, which means that an event could be decided by a roleplay post written by a member of the New West Indies. If said post can garner a reaction from the international community, it will be announced as an event. How long the event lasts is determined by the nation(s) in question.
The second way is through the Roleplay Committee itself. Certain events that affect no specified nations will be announced at random (such as recessions) OR at a pre-designated time (such as seasonal events). If the committee decides an event must start within a particular nation, the Committee will ask that nation for permission. For example, the committee may ask a nation on a fault line to roleplay an Earthquake. If the nation agrees, it will be counted as an event, and if the nation disagrees, the event will not be counted.
As previously stated, events of this nature can occur at random or in specific time ranges.
PLEASE do not ask the committee for certain events to begin.
Civil War:Tsone (Roedthaffen) has become fractured among many different political factions.
Civil War:China (The eastern radiance) has declared an irredentist war against the Turkic Union (Derwan), Korea and Mongolia with the goal of reannexing Xinxiang, Manchuria and Inner Mongolia respectively. Rumors of Beliya Rossiya considering to join the war againts Mongolia over Buryatia have been reported.
War:The American Junta, a rump state of the former USA has declared war on the New united carolinas and the Commonwealth of Columbia (Jakkonia) following a false flag attack on it's own diplomatic envoys.
Diplomatic Meeting:Patagonia-araucania hosts a mediation summit in Oshovia between the Americans, Columbians, Carolinians and Pacificans in an attempt to achieve a ceasefire between the American successor states
Panamerican High Speed Rail NetworkPatagonia-araucania has proposed the construction of HSR lines connecting the metropolises of Southe and eventually North America. Work has begun on the Patagonian portions of the Pacific and Atlantic lines.
S E A S O N A L E V E N T S
Entire weeks or months where potential natural disasters can occur, such as Hurricanes or Wildfires. It generally affects certain areas in the world. Everyone hold your breath! Keep in mind that these are NEVER determined by roleplayers. HURRICANES, DROUGHT, MONSOONS, AND WILDFIRES can only be roleplayed in these timeframes, as they are the only times it'll really make sense.
Event
Influence Scale
Time Frames
Description
Dry Season/ Drought Season
Regional (Time-Dependent)
N. Hemisphere: Oct.-March
S. Hemisphere: April-Sep.
A time in which there is low precipitation due to the movement of the tropical rain belt AWAY from the hemisphere in question. This is particularly noticeable in the tropics. Depending on the general climate and development of a region, this could lead to sever drought and lack of water.
Wet Season
Regional (Time-Dependent)
N. Hemisphere: April-Sep.
S. Hemisphere: Oct.-March
A time in which there is high precipitation due to the movement of the tropical rain belt INTO the hemisphere in question. This is particularly noticeable in the tropics. Depending on the general climate, elevation, and development of a region, this could lead to excess water and thunderstorms.
Cyclone/Typhoon/Hurricane Season
Regional (Time-Dependent)
American Atlantic: June-Nov.
American Pacific: May-Nov.
Indian Ocean (E. Africa/W. Australia): Oct.-May
Indian Ocean (S. Asia): April-Dec.
E. Asia Pacific: April-Jan.
Oceania Pacific: Oct.-May
Time of the year in which there is an increased chance of a Cyclone or Hurricane occurring in a certain region. Hurricanes typically form and dissipate in the ocean, but certain hurricanes have the potential to touch down on land depending on it's path.
Monsoon Season
Regional (Time-Dependent)
SE. Asia-Australia Monsoon: Dec.-March
N. America Monsoon (Southwest U.S.): July-Sep.
S. Asia/ Indian Subcontinent: June-Sep.
W. Africa Monsoon: June-Sep.
E. Africa Monsoon: Jan.-March
Monsoon seasons are periods of large scale seasonal and wind circulation change, that can not only cause heavy rainfall, but also dry spells depending on the time. Harsh thunderstorms, followed by dust storms are common.
Wildfire/Bushfire Season
Regional (Time-Dependent)
While generally occurring during summer months, wildfire season can stretch for random amounts of time.
Areas with dry hot climates can experience naturally occurring wildfires during summer months. These fires can rage for days, weeks and even months depending on severity. Typically occurs in areas with dry grasses, trees and other plant life. Although a natural occurrence, the climate change caused by earlier nation's pollution often means fires will last longer.
N A T U R A L D I S A S T E R S
From earth-shattering earthquakes to hurricanes that tear houses apart, natural disasters have shown themselves to be destructive forces that should not be underestimated under any circumstances, lest you want widespread tragedy and death.
Event
Influence Scale
Description
Tornado
National
Strong, windy storms that typically touch down during summer months. Nations within/ containing a "Tornado ally" should be wary of these miserable, destructive storms.
Occurs in: North America, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, East Asia, Himalayas, East Australia and Oceania, West Australia and Oceania, South American Pampas
Hurricane/ Cyclone/ Typhoon
National, Regional
A massive, moving storm that can ravage coastlines and even inland cities with their strong winds and massive amounts of rain. Hurricanes can last months without faltering, causing massive amounts of damage. It can lead to floods, and even create Tornadoes upon landfall.
Occurs in: North America, Central America, Caribbean, South East Asia, South Asia, Polynesia, Arabian Peninsula
Earthquake
National, Regional
The result of colliding fault lines. Nations along these fault lines better be wary, as earthquakes can occur at any time, at any level of severity. If a nation is not properly prepared, they can level entire buildings. In some cases, earthquakes can cause Tsunamis. Earthquakes can also be caused by anything that happens to cause a disturbance in a faultline, such as a big explosion.
Occurs in: Nations whos borders contain a fault line
Ice Storn/ Blizzard
National, Regional
Occurs in areas that experience incredibly cold weather in the winter months. It is incredibly dangerous for people to be out during a blizzard, and transportation becomes nearly impossible. Blizzards can freeze important machinery, summon hail, and even strand people.
Occurs in: Nations with high elevation, and/or significant distance from the equator.
Forest Fires/ Wild Fires
National, Regional
Happens typically in nations with dry climates. While a natural process that's actually good for the environment, sometimes they can get out of hand, and can cause damage to human settlements. It's advised that they be controlled and not put out.
Occurs in: Any nation with dense forests, coupled with poor wood resourcing practices or dry climates.
Drought
National, Regional
An event of prolonged shortages in the water supply, whether atmospheric, surface water or groundwater. May cause crop shortages and economic downturn as a result.
Occurs: Areas susceptible to low amounts of rainfall
Flood
National
Flood: an overflowing of a large amount of water beyond its normal confines, especially over what is normally dry land. Nations who experience cold snowy winters should be weary with river settlements during the spring thaw. May also occur as a consequence of tsunamis and hurricanes for coastal cities
Occurs in: Everywhere
Volcanic Eruption
National, Regional
A violent or slow ejection of molten rock, ash and steam pour through a vent in the earth's crust that leads to the destruction of land and structures that are in the path of lava flows and rain. Large amounts of ash in the right wind stream may disturb air travel.
Occurs: Fault lines with volcanic activity (Pacific Ring of Fire, certain Mediterranean islands, Iceland, etc.)
Locust Plague
National, Regional
While normally innocuous, these grasshoppers enter their swarming phase under the perfect conditions of a drought followed by rapid vegetation growth. These dense swarms stretching multiple kilometers lead to destruction of crops
Occurs: Area with rainy and dry seasons
Tsunami
National, Regional
A series of waves in a water body caused by the displacement of a large volume of water, generally in an ocean or a large lake. Earthquakes, volcanic eruptions and other underwater explosions (including detonations, landslides, glacier calvings, meteorite impacts and other disturbances) above or below water all have the potential to generate a tsunami.
Occurs: Regions near coastal fault lines
H U M A N - M A D E D I S A S T E R S
Humans are often times very destructive. Whether it be accidental or "accidentally on purpose," we're oftentimes behind the destruction and disasters that affect the places we call home.
Event
Influence Scale
Description
Environmental Degradation
Regional, Global
Humans damage the environment in lots of ways. Certain nations to a better job at managing it than others. But if the environment suffers massive amounts of damage, without much of an attempt to manage or preserve it, it's considered Environmental Degradation, which can harm everyone in some way.
Massacre
National, Regional
An intentional event of mass casualty. Whether it be protests gone wrong, governments killing their own citizens, deadly riots, or mass murder. Massacres are considered Terrorist attacks when it has a political motive, and aims to promote a specific rhetoric.
Accidents
National, Regional, Global
Accidents include everything from Plane Crashes, Nuclear Meltdowns, Building Collapse, Space Shuttle explosions, Oil Spills, etc. These events are usually case by case, and specific in nature. But their scale can vary heavily depending on who/ what is affected.
D I S E A S E
Disease is something we all have to deal with in real life, so no doubt it can occur here as well. All the Medicaid in the world might not be able to prevent a sudden outbreak.
Event
Influence Scale
Description
Epidemic
National
A generally infectious disease that has spread within a particular region WITHIN one country. This is a cause for concern, and can turn into a Pandemic if it grows too fast.
Pandemic
Regional, Global
A disease that has already spread across an entire nation, and has reached other countries. Typically requires a global effort to stop. This will cost billions in medical care, and can potentially kill thousands or even millions if the disease is deadly enough.
P O L I T I C A L E V E N T S
The world has made sure that actions by a few prominent political or military figures ripple into big events that could very well change a nation, or continent, forever.
Event
Influence Scale
Description
National Elections
National
A nation gains a new leader via democratic processes.
Uprising/ Revolution
National
When civilians revolt in protest of their government(s) in order to protest a policy, government system, or leader. These can be peaceful or violent, but typically only affect the nation in question. Can lead to political coups.
Coup d'état
National
A nation gains a new leader via civilian overthrow.
Death of a Leader
National
A leader of a nation passes away due to any cause. This can often times cause reactions from the International community, especially from the nation's allies. But ultimately the nation in question is the most affected.
Terrorism
National, Regional
Terrorist attacks are violent, intentional attacks on civilians or property, committed by a an individual, group, or organization in pursuit of political aims. Usually affects particular nations and regions, but can cause an international response if necessary.
Expansionism
National, Regional, Global
When a nation attempts to aggressively expand it's territory, wealth, or influence via aggressive tactics. Generally occurs due to nationalistic ideologies and strongman leaders. Will almost always result in a negative reaction regardless of who it affects.
War
Regional, Global
When two or more nations engage in armed combat for various reasons and interests. If a war is big enough, it can affect all nations in some way or another, including neutral ones. War can cause a variety of events to occur depending on the situation.
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S P O R T I N G E V E N T S
Being everyone's pastime even during the days where we inhabited in caves, sports are still going strong with hundreds of millions engaging in this beautiful art daily. These events are determined by our soon-to-be sports dispatch (WIP).
Event
Influence Scale
Description
E C O N O M I C E V E N T S
Thousands of business-suited people across the world eagerly watch the line of the stocks market and rejoice if it is going up, and scream if it is going down. The world of Economics is so diverse, everything can affect it; Likewise, it can affect everything.
Event
Influence Scale
Description
Trade War
National, Regional, Global
When two or more nations/unions start adding trade barriers/tariffs, and continue to escalate them.
Hyper Inflation
National, Regional, Global
When prices for basic goods become so high, that they become unobtainable for most people. Generally caused by decrease in currency values.
Deflation
National, Regional, Global
The opposite of Inflation, in which prices for basic goods drop tremendously, which leads to lower customer spending. Companies will generally attempt to slow deflation by slowing production, which leads to layoffs and salary reductions
Mass Unemployment
National, Regional
Can be caused by a wide range of situations. When a large amount of people working in a particular industry/ particular nation lose their jobs. This can be catastrophic depending on the scale, as not only will their be less work getting done (production and services), but less money flowing in and out of the economy as well.
Economic Boom
National, Regional
A period of time in which a nation or region experiences higher GDP, low employment, rising asset prices, and high inflation rates. Can occur for a numerous amount of reasons.
Wartime Economy
National, Regional
A short-lived boom in economy during times of war. Caused by increase in manufacturing and even trade between nations. Though these affects can wear off shortly after war. For nations who lose a war however, post-war economy can be awful.
2061 - Dunharrow declares war against most of the former United States. Loses to an international coalition.
2nd Dunharrowan-American War
2065 - An international coalition declares war against Dunharrow after reports of massive WMD production. Within a decade the Dunharrow Empire falls into many City States.
Produced by the New West Indies Roleplay Committee
Published: March 3, 2020 (Original Version: Janurary 4,2019) Updated: September 2, 2021 Primary Administrator: Jakkonia, Ventus Prime, The sakura nippon ⇫ Back to Top ⇫
"That... would be nice... Even now I still occasionally have nightmares... and having someone to cuddle with would help. And since you've already started... I'm not going to stop you."
Penny blinked for a few moments. “Um...Heidi...forgive me if I am mistaken but...are you asking to be in a relationship? I admit I am not good at reading verbal cues...”
Bucksden
Heidrun was suddenly really flustered.
"W-wait, no, n-not what I meant. Not yet at least, that's too soon! ...I made this awkward real quick... let's just keep things the way they are for now and see where it goes. Let's not push it."
“I’m sorry...I’m not really good at um...relationship stuff. I also shouldn’t be assuming who you’re interested in...did I tell you this guy from the grocery store asked me out one time?”
Bucksden
"You wouldn't be alone about not being good at it. Maybe it's not as justified for me, though, but still doesn't change the fact that I have... basically no experience."
She laughs nervously after this, only emphasizing her last statement.
"...so, uh, anyway, is this the same guy from our first cookie-baking session, or are you more popular than I thought?"
“No it’s the same guy. He seemed rather sweet but I don’t think he was aware I wasn’t human...which I suppose is a good thing since I don’t appear cold and emotionless. He would still be disappointed since coitus would be impossible.”
Bucksden
"Ah right, that guy... he might be sad about that missed opportunity still, for all we know, but at least he proved that you don't seem artificial. Would've been awkward if he found out about it, though, so... probably for the best that you didn't have any contact info at that point."
“Now that I think about it...technically since you have a body that means you’ll need security. I mean...as long as they do not invade your privacy.”
Bucksden
That was true. She was a lot more vulnerable with this body, and while she didn't know of anyone who would want to harm her (well, other than that guy at the arcade), the risk is unfortunately always there. Who wouldn't want an AI under their control?
"...sadly, you're not wrong. I wish I didn't have to worry about that, but in my position, there are going to be people who want me either destroyed or used for their own purposes. The security we've had so far has been good enough, but with this new body... I might need some more..."
“Hmm...perhaps the Elder may have people who can do that? I mean, I can help be part of your security but I am supposed to merely be an ambassador....which means I need security too.”
She thought for a moment before an idea came to her. “And I think I know who to ask...”
Bucksden
"Well, me and the Elders do have various proposals for new security measures, which could come in handy..."
Heidrun put this aside, however, once Penny mentioned that she seemingly had an idea of her own.
"Hey, it's worth a shot. Things are only gonna get tougher from here on out."
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