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The Greater People's Empire of The Controlist Ferwerter Union

Spiritual Republic of Caryton wrote:Caryton to formally illegalize homosexual actions; dissident splinter-off "Free Gospel Church of Caryton" forced to disband

Where the Ferwerter Government was very careful in hiding its most controversial elements from the world and constructing a very particular image and history for itself, Caryton was not so pragmatic and the Ferwerter propaganda machine was glad to use this fact. Ferwert had had a complicated history with homosexuality itself. Marrum and Hegebeintum had once been controlled by the Nauta-oligarchy who had banned all forms of sexuality other than heterosexuality and those who deviated were publicly executed. During the Ferwerter Civil War the Ferwerter Controlist People's Liberation Army had brought down the Nauta-oligarchy and liberated the region from its religious oppression. Since then homosexuality had never been banned, but in a campaign by the Ferwerter Controlist People's Liberation Party to promote massive population growth it had been highly discouraged and homosexuals were forced to have at least two children in a heterosexual relationship before being allowed to participate in a relationship of any other nature. Of course this part of history as with many parts of Ferwerter history had been erased and forgotten. In a later campaign the population growth following the previous campaign had grown out of hand and a strict one child policy was enacted and some ethnic minorities were sterilized (another event erased from Ferwerter history) while homosexual relationships were actually encouraged. Nowadays there were no such rules anymore and the Ferwerter people were free to do whatever they wanted in the bedroom as long as they filled in the proper permission forms to get children.

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The Ferwerter Ministry of Foreign Affairs

"The Ferwerter government wishes to express shock and dismay against Carytons reconfirmation of its stance against sexual freedoms and basic civil rights. It highly condemns its decision to officially illegalize homosexual actions."

Sadripoor wrote:THE ASHAI CHARA—HIS MAJESTY’S STATEMENT ON GLOBAL LGTBQ+ RIGHTS

"The Ferwerter government and the Ferwerter people stand in full solidarity with Suraiya (Sadripoor) on the matter of gay rights. The Ferwerter government wishes to highly commend His Majesty King Rama X for his bravery in standing up to the depraved Carytonic fundamentalist regime and the Carytonic governments reconfirmation of its brutal and unjustified stance against sexual freedoms. It is clear now that the fundamentalist Carytonic regime has shown its true face in this crackdown on basic civil rights. This is shockingly however not a sudden change in their policy, but rather the final nail in the coffin for Carytonic gay rights after a long campaign of oppressing homosexuals. Therefor we highly respect the decision of the Suraiyan government to enact a travel ban to the country. We also commend the decision of the Suraiyan government to provide asylum to Carytonic nationals with a sexual orientation not supported by the Carytonic regime. We will follow Suraiya in this regard.

The Ferwerter government also wishes to reassure the government in Suraiya that it protects the sexual freedoms and rights of those within Ferwerter borders at all costs."

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A large protest march was held in central Ferwert to protest the new law in the Spiritual Republic of Caryton. Around 10,000 people participated in the very well organized protests watchfully observed by an enormous presence of police in heavy gear and thousands of plain clothed State Security Police observing the situation from within the crowds. The unusually high amount of organization, the fact that Ferwerter national and FCPLP Party flags were handed out and the police who did nothing to stop it hinted at the fact that the protests might have been 'encouraged' by the Ferwerter Ministry of Culture, Tourism and Communication. Nonetheless the anger of the crowd towards Caryton was very real. Signs read various things such as "Protect sexual freedoms!", "All sexualities are welcome here!" and "Love is love", but also oddly patriotic texts such as "I love my partner, I love the Controlist Ferwerter Union!" and of course those directed towards Caryton "FCPLA, Liberate the Altan people now!", "Stop Carytonic oppression!" and "South-Hegebeintum will be free!".

Along the border with the Spiritual Republic of Caryton both in the Semi-Autonomous Region of Ferwerter Hegebeintum and the Controlist Ferwerter Union large signs would appear and messages would be broadcast: "Homosexuals, atheists, religious dissidents and all those who are oppressed by the Carytonic regime, you are welcome!" Of course the Carytonics were right in thinking that defectors who were still deeply religious from the Spiritual Republic of Caryton might not want to stay in the Controlist Ferwerter Union, but the Ferwerter government would happily help them apply for asylum in Suraiya and let them travel through the Controlist Ferwerter Union to reach their destination.

In The Global View, an online Ferwerter newspaper available worldwide, a propaganda cartoon was published. It showed a Carytonic Golden Retriever tearing apart a pride flag while an elephant raised its foot to stomp the dog to death and a phoenix was about to bite its neck. The caption read: "Better watch out with giants around".

Makko Oko and Sadripoor



The Empire of Makko Oko

Sadripoor wrote:THE CENTURY

Suraiya expels Makko Okan ambassador following Carytonic gay couple’s arrest

LGBTQIA rights suffered another setback this week in Makko Oko just days after homosexuality was formally criminalized in Caryton. A Carytonic couple that married within Makko Oko was arrested by local authorities, prompting a harsh rebuke from Suraiya. The news has contributed to a wave of fear among the global queer community, with Suraiyan-based LGTBQIA advocacy groups warning Georgine’s new law will spark a wave of setbacks for gay rights.

A spokeswoman for the Suraiyan Ministry of State Affairs confirmed reports that the Makko Okan ambassador’s diplomatic credentials were revoked on Friday. Without diplomatic credentials, the ambassador’s position is officially unrecognized by the Suraiyan government.

An anonymous source in the Ashai Chara indicated the order to revoke their credentials came from the King himself; the source said His Majesty was “enraged” upon receiving news of the arrests.

A crowd funding project to help the couple pay for legal representation has raised over 3 million baht, and one of the country’s top legal firms has offered to take on the case pro bono.

The Makko Oko Ministry Of Diplomatic Affairs

August 20th, 2022

PUBLIC STATEMENT FROM THE STATE

"The Makko Okoan Government wishes to express its upmost disapproval at the actions taken here today by the Government Of Suraiya. The arrest of this couple merely came about due to Caryton's own laws, which expressly under the 'Citizens Unionization Act, must be followed in terms of marriage. More specifically, however, the only thing the government criminalizes in respect to Caryton's laws, is same-sex marriage, one may be a same-sex couple, from Caryton, and not be arrested. This is to be in addition to the statement of citizenship, if one were to give up their Carytonic citizenship in favor for us, they would no longer be subject to their illegal gay marriage clause, and would be legally allowed to marry someone of the same sex.

The government assures all concerned parties, that gay marriage, is legal within Makko Oko, and this case is merely of international proportions for its reasoning. The Emperor will be giving a speech on these matters live within the next couple of days.

- The Makko Oko Ministry Of Diplomatic Affairs"

Spiritual Republic of Caryton wrote:Georgine commends Makko Okoan defense of sovereignty, views Suradao with suspicion.

The Richard Hannis administration has been characterized by a period of resolution. And in doing so, the government has leaned towards a more isolationist stance. Despite Hannis' small-scale reforms, an uneven legislature provided pushback to various policies being implemented. However, the closure of the legal loopholes of the oft-overlooked status of civil unions has proven to be a defining factor in recent Carytonic history, with the embassy staff from both the Ecclesiastical Meritocracy and Khovezzem severing communications and returning home- furthered by deteriorating relations with neighboring Sadripoor.

Despite this, the Spiritual Republic of Caryton has sent a letter of congratulations to the nation of Makko Oko for upholding courtesy. A formal request to pursue prosecution in the Spiritual Republic of Caryton has been sent.

The Makko Oko Ministry Of Justice

August 20th, 2022

CONCERNING INTL GAY MARRIAGE PROSECUTION JURISDICTION

"ATTN: Carytonic Government

Greetings Caryton,

The Ministry Of Justice has received your request for local prosecution of a case within the Emperor's Court Of Makko Oko—Opposh. Due to the tension building internationally surrounding your very government, and of gay rights in and of itself, the Ministry Of Justice is handing this case over to the Inspectorate's Court Of Makko Oko, where this case has been temporarily transferred to for the duration of this request.

The Ministry Of Justice is formally sending an invite, on behalf of the Emperor, to appear before the Inspectorate's Court to plead your case of jurisdiction. Be forewarned that if nobody shows to represent your government, that your request for jurisdiction will be denied immediately.

We apologize for any inconvenience we may have caused.

Sincerely,

Anthony Hitt, Clerk
Office Of Foreign Relations
The Makko Oko Ministry Of Justice"

Sadripoor

Spiritual Republic of Caryton wrote:Georgine commends Makko Okoan defense of sovereignty, views Suradao with suspicion.

The Richard Hannis administration has been characterized by a period of resolution. And in doing so, the government has leaned towards a more isolationist stance. Despite Hannis' small-scale reforms, an uneven legislature provided pushback to various policies being implemented. However, the closure of the legal loopholes of the oft-overlooked status of civil unions has proven to be a defining factor in recent Carytonic history, with the embassy staff from both the Ecclesiastical Meritocracy and Khovezzem severing communications and returning home- furthered by deteriorating relations with neighboring Sadripoor.

Despite this, the Spiritual Republic of Caryton has sent a letter of congratulations to the nation of Makko Oko for upholding courtesy. A formal request to pursue prosecution in the Spiritual Republic of Caryton has been sent.

In response to the address and recent diplomatic actions from Suradao, Caryton has doubled down on its recent actions. With a travel ban in place and minimal rates of travel to Suraiya, Caryton has no worry for LGBT defectors, considering the state is surrounded by authoritarian regimes such as the Ferwerter Union. It is easy to tell even the upset minority within the nation that the alternative to a celibate and peaceable life in Caryton is death in a totalitarian regime. This paints the Republic in a more merciful light. With this confidence that the domestic fallout will be minimal- known by both Georgine and Suradao, a rebuttal is sent by former ambassador to Khovezzem- Hazel Rittson:

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"To His Excellency, Rama the Tenth:

The Spiritual Republic of Caryton expresses its sorrow that established relationships and travel between our two states is not viable. Despite this, the Republic expresses its stance that the recent legislation is necessary for the well-being of the sacred institution of marriage- what has always been an ordinance conducted through wholly theocratic means. It is the right of the Church to enact marriages, not the right of the state who de-sanctifies holy matrimony between man and wife, bonding instead through civil unions.

I would like to express that merely being in the Spiritual Republic of Caryton does not threaten the "fundamental safety" of your subjects. The law bans homosexual actions, not merely being afflicted with homosexual attractions. That is, a celibate tourist has nothing to worry about. There is no mistreatment or physical abuse in the Carytonic legal system, and more often than not a foreign subject will be deported unless their host nation does not pursue the same moral standard that our nation does- in which case they must serve time here to avoid repeat offenses. I would also like to repeat that pre-marital sex has always been illegal in our state, and except a man and woman be sealed in holy matrimony, they may not have sexual relations. This has always been the case, and de facto, homosexuality has always been illegal through this legal loophole- simply not codified or formalized until this moment.

We believe that the moment the state of Caryton compromises on its principle of austerity, the good and faithful of the nation will be poisoned and returned to the global norm of debauchery and self-indulging in various gluttonous or lustful acts. The Lord has mercy on all people, and to protect those people from eternal damnation, we shall not be moved. We are not a nation of pagans, nor are we a nation of fornicators. Rather, we serve to be an escape from the trials and tribulations of the world, so that the good and pious people of the world have a refuge from a globalized norm of satanic oppression by way of propaganda, parephenalia, and social 'norms'. The tradition shalt not be ruined, and the institution of marriage- or family- will not be infringed.

You speak of right and wrong, your Excellency- but do remember that the entire world does not prostrate themselves to what you believe to be right. We practice what we believe according to the Holy Bible, and will continue to use that as the basis of our right until the great and last judgement day. The people of vanity- the people of hedonism- will only find joy as long as a bottle of alcohol, or an orgasm, or a gambling streak. Eventually, the foundation of sand upon which said society lays will be washed away, and only the upright shalt remain. Hold fast to the vision of diversity, which includes the sovereignty of the Gospel Church of Caryton, of the Spiritual Republic of Caryton- and trust it to enact policy for the betterment of its people.

Contrary to the nations you align yourself with, we do not kill, torture, or starve our dissidents.

Acknowledging Suraiya is a nation governed by a federalist oversight of so many identities- the Carytonic identity, admittedly, survives because of its homogeny. We are diverse in origin, but ultimately submit ourselves humbly and nobly to the banner of the Lord and His government on Terra. Harmony can exist without compromise to modesty, our existence proves this to be true. We are but humble and devout pilgrims who live off of the land and learn from print. Your Excellency, you sit on a gilded throne over skyscraper and slum alike, viewing from a screen of light. How then shall we proceed?

We express our sorrow that relations between our states have fallen, yet the fundamental differences of our societies as well as recent alignments with the totalitarian nexus raise concern with believers worldwide.

May the Good Lord bless and keep you,
Hazel Rittson
Ambassador to Suradao

Written in the year of our Lord, 2022. August the 19th-
Georgine, Caryton

A Letter from His Majesty

The Ashai Chara responds promptly, sending an envelope on fine card stock decorated with the elephant seal of Suraiya in golden wax. Inside, the ambassador finds the tattered remnants of her letter, torn and burned at the edges.

On a small white card, a single line is written in Suraiyan. When translated, it reads in bold black script:

Bite your tongue.



The Greater People's Empire of The Controlist Ferwerter Union

Makko Oko, Etheinia, Spiritual Republic of Caryton, Izakuria, and 4 othersKrusilov, Karackistan, Anekhstan, and Czetakya



The United Federation of Etheinia

The Controlist Ferwerter Union wrote:

The Controlist Ferwerter Union invites United Global Defense Pact (UGDP) members and Etheinia for military exercises near Exsorcial

As promised the Ferwerter Controlist People's Liberation Army will be holding joint military exercises with the UGDP (Izakuria and Makko Oko) and Etheinia near the northern border with Exsorcial in Burdaard province. The exercises will include both air and land units. While other Ferwerter military exercises near Caryton had mostly been meant merely to provoke, these will serve to genuinely prepare the participant nations for a joint defense against Exsorcialain aggression. Participating units from foreign nations are expected to arrive at the military port in Fûns, Burdaard Province. The Ferwerter Ministry of National Defense wishes to be notified of participating troop and equipment numbers beforehand. The Ferwerter Controlist People's Liberation Army will send 50,000 Ferwerter soldiers, 2,500 military vehicles and 300 aircraft to participate in the drills. The exercises are planned to last one week.

Etheinian officials are also invited to inspect the progress on the construction of the Brantgum Air Base. To the Ferwerter section of the Military Assistance Command Aurelia General Anne Beuking is appointed as commander who previously served as the commander for the FCPLA CFU Southern Aurelia Command. In a small ceremony both the Ferwerter and Etheinian flags were raised before the MACA offices acompanied by the playing of their respective national anthems. Ferwerter officials have asked for a meeting to discuss the possibility for a joint strategy on the situation in Karackistan, Anekhstan and Zamboodle.

The Etheinian Armed Forces gladly accepts the invitation of the FCPLA and has stated that it will commit 45,000 troops to the exercises.

The Army has contributed the following units:
-31st Tank Division
-107th Motor Rifle Division
-166th Motor Rifle Division
-517th Heavy Artillery Brigade
-453rd Airmobile Assault Brigade
-1094th Air Defense Regiment
-Special Forces Battalion "Theta"

The Air Force has contributed the following units:
-280th Transport Helicopter Group
-171st Attack Helicopter Group
-15th Unmanned Aerial Combat Vehicle Squadron

768 Tanks
1230 APCs/IFVs
455 Other armored vehicles
561 Engineering vehicles
240 Specialist vehicles
4883 Logistics & utility vehicles

294 Towed artillery guns
312 Self-propelled artillery guns
100 Multiple rocket launchers
16 Tactical ballistic missile launchers
60 Self-propelled antiaircraft guns
128 Surface-to-air missile launchers

120 helicopters
24 UAVs

In addition to the above, the Army has offered another 10,000 personnel - most of them cadets from military academies - to serve in the OPFOR role. These troops will be dressed in facsimiles of Exsorcialian military and paramilitary uniforms, and similarly carry replicas of their weapons. A small amount of retired Etheinian equipment (such as T-54s, BTR-50s, BS-3s, and Alouette IIs) will be dressed up to imitate their Infinitude equivalents. Although OPFOR will not be able to perfectly replicate the Exsorcialian threat due to the relative lack of intelligence on their forces, they will still add realism to the exercises and give soldiers experience fighting them in the field.

Etheinian forces participating in the exercise soon begin traveling in the CFU via plane and ship. In addition to military transports, the government also requisitions civilian airliners to help transport soldiers; large numbers of Etheinian 747s, A340s, and Il-96s would begin appearing at airports across the Burdaard Province. All weapons and equipment have been fitted with the MILES system to provide real-time tracking of "hits" and "misses" during the simulations.

Meanwhile, the Vice Commander of the Etheinian National Air Force and several members of the National Unity Council will travel to the CFU shortly for a tour of the Brantgum Air Base. Etheinia has similarly invited a Ferwerter delegation to visit the Norvak Point Naval Base. Finally, General Vicario and other MACA officials have agreed to convene a meeting on strategy regarding the "Northwesten Aurelia/Karackistan - Anekhstan - Zamboodle Theatre".

Makko Oko, The Controlist Ferwerter Union, Izakuria, Krusilov, and 1 otherKarackistan

Post self-deleted by Karackistan.

Karackistan

broadcasting status: live

"Hello sinners and heretics of the world,

I am the prophet; (ISKA leader) we are the Islamic State. We are aware of what's going on and we just, like all of you, wish it would end. Anekhstan you are brave, I will give you that, but as well as a heretic. You think you have Allah, but you don't we have Allah's divine power. As you all may see, there are two hundred Anekhstani civilians men, women, and children tied to the ground (all the women are in Burqa's). It's saddening to see them go, but progress cannot be achieved without sacrifice. Whether who are we are Karackistani and Anekhstani we are all brothers and sisters; so similar yet so different it's a shame we are at war with each other, but ISKA comes with open arms we are open to make a deal just give us the call. These two hundred civilians were in your hands; now they're dead. The prophet goes so a women starts to tell her something, but it's inaudible; the women pushes him away with her head and says "GET OFF OF ME" The prophet replies "A fighter it's a shame you couldn't have used that for ISKA" The prophet gives the word

the ISKA commandos start opening fire on the people
Once it's done the commandos light the bodies on fire and the prophet says "Anekhstan we can make an arrangement like I said just give us the word I don't want to this to get as bloody as it is and so do you... TAKBIR"
all of the commandos and Qataris-786 say as they raise their guns in the air "ALLHU' AKHBAR!"

Broadcasting status: offline

Etheinia, Spiritual Republic of Caryton, Izakuria, Krusilov, and 2 othersAnekhstan, and Czetakya

The Empire of Makko Oko

The Controlist Ferwerter Union wrote:The Controlist Ferwerter Union invites United Global Defense Pact (UGDP) members and Etheinia for military exercises near Exsorcial

As promised the Ferwerter Controlist People's Liberation Army will be holding joint military exercises with the UGDP (Izakuria and Makko Oko) and Etheinia near the northern border with Exsorcial in Burdaard province. The exercises will include both air and land units. While other Ferwerter military exercises near Caryton had mostly been meant merely to provoke, these will serve to genuinely prepare the participant nations for a joint defense against Exsorcialain aggression. Participating units from foreign nations are expected to arrive at the military port in Fûns, Burdaard Province. The Ferwerter Ministry of National Defense wishes to be notified of participating troop and equipment numbers beforehand. The Ferwerter Controlist People's Liberation Army will send 50,000 Ferwerter soldiers, 2,500 military vehicles and 300 aircraft to participate in the drills. The exercises are planned to last one week.

Etheinian officials are also invited to inspect the progress on the construction of the Brantgum Air Base. To the Ferwerter section of the Military Assistance Command Aurelia General Anne Beuking is appointed as commander who previously served as the commander for the FCPLA CFU Southern Aurelia Command. In a small ceremony both the Ferwerter and Etheinian flags were raised before the MACA offices acompanied by the playing of their respective national anthems. Ferwerter officials have asked for a meeting to discuss the possibility for a joint strategy on the situation in Karackistan, Anekhstan and Zamboodle.

The Makko Oko Ministry Of Defense

August 21st, 2022

"ATTN: Ferwerter Ministry Of National Defense

The Ministry Of Defense has received your invite to participate in exercises and drills near the nation of Exsorcial and are officially notifying your government of our approval and confirmation to participate in said activities. As officially requested of all participants, we have detailed our military arsenal to participate in these exercises:

Soldiers - 350,000
Vehicles - 30,000 (all air and naval vehicles)

In addition, the Ministry Of Defense is authorizing all branches, except the Special Cyber Warfare Commandant, to participate in these exercises, however, take note, only air and naval fleets are authorized in these exercises, due to an inability to easily get ground vehicles onto foreign soil. The Special Cyber Warfare Commandant intends to participate in a government-run military exercise due to be starting soon that is solely cyber preparation. More information on this exercise will be disclosed in the near future.

Thank you for your assistance in attempting to secure world peace.

Sincerely,

Jake Wiseman, Minister Of Defense
The Makko Oko Ministry Of Defense"

Khovezzem

The church of positivity wrote:The representative folded his hands and entered a brief state of thinking, recollecting the details as to seemingly follow the examiner's request. He'd half-expected a general question like this, so he began after around three or four seconds:

"The leader of the church, the guru and prophet oversees the leadership and organization of the church's government, and is the face and figurehead of the movement. We believe him to be an ascended master, and all final authority in regards to ecclesiastical matters or spiritual counseling is delegated to him."

He went on.

"He has created various ministries and appoints ministers to them. The objective of this is to ensure that the church is totally self-reliant as an organization financially, politically, socially- and maintain total cohesion across the world. Because of this organizational control, the Church in Caryton will be the same as the Church in Suraiya. This is a model of efficiency and eliminates the potential for scandal, insubordination, or corruption that one might see in a more devolved faith structure."

A centralized and self-sufficient organization.

"In total, there are nine ministries. As you know, the Ministry of World Peace oversees public relations and ecclesiastical growth. The Ministry of Health controls church-run clinics that provide medical services to members free of charge and treats non-members at reduced price, at the church's discretion. You may see this in the form of our addiction survival training sessions. The Ministry of Finance oversees finances, accounting, record-keeping, and the management of tithes, member estates and income generated from church-owned properties to delegate to the growth of the Church and the maintenance of its facilities and members. The Ministry of Provisions oversees church farms and food distribution. The Ministry of Science is the church's research-and-development wing. The Ministry of Law is the Church's legal wing and manages the legal entities of the organization. The Ministry of Humanity is the charity wing.

The Ministry of Education is the spiritual and lifeskills educational wing of the church, and is divided based on education level, from nursery to specialized post-graduate education. The Church has a policy of prioritizing education so it doesn't have to rely on the outside world for specialized labor. This model is highly effective for reducing the burden on the host nations' finances, and does not take local jobs. We further the education of our members, particularly with interest in those with any amount of collegiate education- from drop-out and those too poor to otherwise afford it, to post-grad, by giving them a job where the outside world may see them as under-or-over-qualified.

The Ministry of the Interior regulates the church membership and cohesion of values. The Ministry of Media produces church media material, recruitment campaigns, reading, videos, music, and the like. The animation studio is quite good, and looks very promising."

A pause to ensure the material could be properly recorded. Tyson didn't mention the classified details- like how the Ministry of Science had been in secret cahoots with the Ferwerter government in the production of chemical and biological weapons, but not even the prying eyes of Khovezzem would have known about their agreement.

"Each ministry has a minister, and a small council of subordinates, each subordinate heading a specific wing of the ministry. The bureaucratic process then trickles down into localized matters. Your standard unit will be what we call a dojo. A dojo can range in size, being as small as a three-story commercial property or as large as an apartment complex. There members live communally, and have all of their localized needs provided to them. A dojo will have a nursery, dormitory areas, kitchens, assembly and prayer rooms, an infirmary, a study, and similar rooms. Those residing in smaller dojos typically journey to larger ones with more complicated facilities. In areas where member concentration is low or dojo demand is too high, the Church will create sub-dojos in individual apartment units or members' houses."

The man in the suit would wait until the rep had finished speaking before writing anything on the pad in his hand, and when he did it took only seconds before he was finished. Whatever he was writing it clearly wasn't as detailed as the information Mr. Nebbins was giving. Perhaps, then, he wasn't there to record the information at all? Maybe he was there simply to write down his own impression? Whatever the case the man never looked up from the pad as he wrote. When he was finished he sat silently, his eyes darting over the pad several times - likely rereading what he had written. Finally he clicked his pen and put it in his suit pocket before laying the pad face-down on the table in front of him. Without so much as a word he then stood up, adjusted his suit, and walked out of the room closing the door behind him and leaving the briefcase, files, and notepad on the table. The red light on the cameras in the corners served as a reminder to Mr. Nebbins that he was being watched at all times and, therefor, wasn't truly alone. Several minutes passed before the man in the suit returned, standing in the doorway but not entering the room. "Someone will be with you shortly." he said plainly before leaving again.

Izakuria wrote:Nikolai nodded after reading the message, then motioned for Tarnev's cabinet to enter the room, to find a good time to bring about the meeting.

They decided that Friday, August 12th would be a good date.

Off the coast of Izakuria
13:00 Hours

The black-bodied military VTOL aircraft with it's red-tinted windows was beginning to approach Izakurian airspace as the pilots hailed ground control and requested permission to land. Onboard was none other than the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of Khovezzem herself, Vohenazii Khoremazegii, who had been dispatched to discuss the Exsorcialian threat with the Izakurian government. Her diplomatic counterpart was Khovezzem's Ambassador to Izakuria, Nadagii Khaziim, who was already waiting for her groundside with the Izakurian delegation.

Izakuria, Krusilov, Karackistan, and Czetakya



Sadripoor

THE CENTURY

Ananda backs landmark healthcare investment bill in major policy reversal

SURADAO—“I don’t plan to rock the boat.”

That’s what Prime Minister Pramdishat Ananda said last year when she came into office. Soft spoken, calm and steady, Ananda was never meant to be a highflying and charismatic politician like many of her predecessors. She is by no means an outstanding orator, nor does she aim to be.

The Prime Minister explained the way she saw her role in government in an interview with Ying Najahashsupornkul this summer. “I think I will be an interim leader,” she said, explaining that it wasn’t her intention to “make history.”

“I want to put us back on the right track so the next government has a solid foundation to work off of,” Ananda said.

In politics, her approach to governance has stoked frustration. She has appeared to many Suraiyans as intent on maintaining a status quo they rejected in 2021 with the Gold Revolution. Now, however, that’s poised to change.

The Prime Minister recently visited the farming town of Dhat Loi in the province of Song Ram, where she announced her support for a $70 billion spending package that would overhaul Suraiya’s rural healthcare system. She hailed the bill, which would be the largest investment in the national health system in 20 years, as an answer to the “calls of the public.”

“It is clear to this government that we have responsibilities to His Majesty’s subjects that are not being fulfilled. This bill will be the first of many that will rectify this situation.” The Prime Minister promised she would shift her focus to “rural affairs” over the next few months.

Prime Minister Ananda’s shift favors the Charan party, who have often criticized her for her inaction in regards to economic reforms and poverty-relief. Party leader Psom Non said he would instruct his representatives vote unanimously in favor of the bill when it reaches the General Estate on Tuesday.

The Sinn Hind has also voiced it’s support through it’s senior members, who said they considered the bill to be “a step in the right direction.”

Upon it’s widely anticipated passage, the Equal Healthcare Act could redefine the Prime Minister’s government. Aside from it’s massive allocation of funding, the bill will also introduce new standards, protocols, and guidelines that rural hospitals and medical facilities will be held to. As well, a massive vaccination program would be mandated immediately upon the laws passing. Yearly inspections are another new practice being introduced—though common in cities, these inspections will be normalized under the new act.

Izakuria

Khovezzem wrote:Off the coast of Izakuria
13:00 Hours

The black-bodied military VTOL aircraft with it's red-tinted windows was beginning to approach Izakurian airspace as the pilots hailed ground control and requested permission to land. Onboard was none other than the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces of Khovezzem herself, Vohenazii Khoremazegii, who had been dispatched to discuss the Exsorcialian threat with the Izakurian government. Her diplomatic counterpart was Khovezzem's Ambassador to Izakuria, Nadagii Khaziim, who was already waiting for her groundside with the Izakurian delegation.

Off the coast of Izakuria
1300 Hours

The voice of the ground control officer (no idea what they're called) would erupt through comms, "SPAR-19 you're free to land, over."
The only thing they could see through the thick smog was the lights of the landing platform, punctuated with the occasional lights of Izakurian aircraft. Upon getting into the airport, they were met by 3 Izakurian officers and the Ambassador, Nagadii Khaziim, who informed Vohenazii that the Izakurian cabinet and Nikolai Tarnev were in the capitol building about 12 miles east. As they exited the airport, a limousine waits for them, the driver waiting for them to enter.
Once the group entered, he took off, clearly going atleast 40 miles above the speed limit. Once they arrived at their destination, a big red brick building, the group left the car and got inside.
The inside was completely different from the outside, which was asthma-inducing. Here, it was clean and pristine. The building was packed, hundreds of people mostly unorganized and busy, papers flying around of new information on Exsorcial, business reports, and anything else that could be considered Izakuria's problem.
Tarnev's room sat at the top floor, and anyone who wanted to get in had to talk to the secretary at the desk when you first walk in. Vohenazii and Nadagii Bearing (atleast I'm pretty sure they would) what would be assumed to be Khovezzi symbols and imagery, they quickly got in. The front doors into his office were guarded by three guards, holding new Izakurian weaponry, pristine and clean. They let the group into the office, where the entire Izakurian cabinet and Tarnev himself sit. They seemed to be avidly discussing the threat of Exsorcial.
Tarnev shouted out to them, "Ahh, our guests have arrived! Please, take a seat. Officers, your duty here is over and you may leave."
The rest of the cabinet gave them their greetings as Nadagii and Vohenazii sat down. Folders were sat down on the bit of table in front of them, and when investigated, they shown the known Exsorcial military threat, Izakurian military when compared, and anything else that relates to the issue.
Tarnev lit another cigarette, before one of the other Izakurian government officials yelled at him, "Hey cmon, there's a reason we're inside right now!"
Both of them laughed it off, a bit of comradery shared between the two.
A couple of what seemed to be businessmen barged in, before reading the room and leaving. Clearly, they had some important business, whether it be slight changes in stock or whatever.
"So, there is a reason we are all here now. Here we have two Khovezzi delegates to discuss the up-and-coming threat of Exsorcial, and what it brings to the table. I see you have found the folders, which include everything pertaining to the situation." Tarnev seemingly ended, before adding (almost as an afterthough), "Do you have anything to bring to the table?"

Etheinia, Spiritual Republic of Caryton, Khovezzem, Krusilov, and 2 othersKarackistan, and Czetakya

The Empire of Makko Oko

OkoTV News/Oko Online

Today's Date: August 21st, 2022

[HEADLINES] Constitutional Referendum Introduced, Nation Shocked

Category: Law & Order

For the first time in the history of the empire, a referendum on an amendment to the nation's Constitution, known as the Basic Rights Of Makko Oko, has been officially announced and introduced by the Emperor themselves. The nation is in shock from the news, with #RefSolis trending on MakBook, reaching the #1 spot in under an hour, a new record for any trend in the history of MakBook. OkoTV News asked many local citizens what they thought about this referendum and over 90% of the responses were generally the same, stating "It's crazy, I don't know if this is the same leader we've had since the war, or if they got replaced by a lookalike". Some however have shared concerns, stating a conspiracy that the government plans to arrest anybody who votes "No" in the referendum, but many do not agree, and the government has refused to comment on the matter.

Handling the once-in-a-lifetime referendum is the Ministry Of Internal Security, who is having their offices opened to the public and will be temporarily converted into voting offices, where one may place their vote in the referendum. Miguel Kellison, the Minister Of Internal Security, has stated that "Due to the rarity that comes with an event such as this, the government, including our own ministry, has not prepared to secure it, and as such, this event, the voting, must be done in person, and online and phone voting are forbidden."

The constitutional referendums to be voted on would be 3, those being:

#1 - Mandatory Appearance For Court Clause, to be codified into Section 5
#2 - A Constitutional Ban On Foreign Titles, Including King/Queen
#3 - Constitutionally Established Procedures For Referendums Of Any Kind

Miguel Kellison went on to state that "As far as I'm aware, more changes may be implemented than what is to be voted on in this referendum, and this referendum, is merely to get opinions on the people's thoughts of constitutional changes", hinting that the government wants to prevent another incident such as the July 2022 Constitutional Protests which wrecked havoc on the nation. The vote is slated to begin tomorrow, August 22nd, and go through the end of the week, but it is said that it could end sooner if enough data is gathered.

Civil Rights Act Formally Introduced, Emperor Seeks Opinions

Category: Law & Order

The same day as the introduction of a constitutional referendum, another, separate one, was introduced for the Civil Rights Act,

which Oko Online previously wrote about.
The government has stipulated that both referendums will run for the same time, from August 22nd until the end of the week, ending sooner as they see fit. Both of them will also be voted for at the same locations, the Ministry Of Internal Security offices.

To be voted on, the Emperor has disclosed some, if not all, of the provisions to be put into this nation and life-changing act of law:

#1 - National, Across Everything, No Discrimination Provisions
#2 - Disability/Disabled Individual Protection Provisions

The government went on to say that more may be added, and most likely will be added, after the referendum has ended.

NCB Officials Convicted In Black Market Ring

Category: Law & Order

Today, the Emperor, in their official capacity as Chief Justice of the Inspectorate's Court Of Makko Oko, released the official ruling on the case of the NCB officials running the black market ring that was previously reported on. In the 630-page ruling, the Chief Justice, along with the presiding judges, stated that all of the NCB officials were found guilty on all charges, and that 11 of them had obtained a plea bargain with the Emperor's Prosecution Service to get downgraded charges. The Emperor's Prosecution Service wasn't available for comment on the plea bargains.

For the 11 plea bargained NCB officials, they received the lesser charges of "Conspiracy To Steal Government Property" and "Conspiring Against The Government", with the internet charge dropped completely. They all received similar sentences of 20-45 years imprisonment, without hard labor. Meanwhile, for the rest of them, they all received sentences upwards of 40-60 years imprisonment, with hard labor. Justice has played its part and the black market ring is dead, but given the plea bargains, we may be seeing more arrests soon.

The Autocratic Empire of New Franshire

(OOC: I ran out of ideas and I can't get back to Discord. What should I post?)

Izakuria and Krusilov

Anekhstan

Zamboodle wrote:Long Live Dae General!

Bebeajrotisi, Zamboodle/Anekhstan Border

In an unprecedented move, a small enclave of soldiers belonging to the Revolutionary Black Juche-Songun Study Militia, aided by local left-leaning partisans, managed to launch a successful campaign on the border city of Bebeajrotisi, liberating it from the rule of the ISZ. The city's population is 18,000, so while not demographically important, it is one of the few cities of that size in the northern deserts of the country. The battle lasted four days, with the ISZ's ranks being shattered due to the iron will of Dae General's forces after an upward trend of small victories in the conflict.

The ISZ forces numbered at about 1,000. The invaders at about 600. Both sides possessed technicals and light artillery, but Dae General's army somehow managed to supplement the force with 5 ancient T-34 tanks used to take the city, as well as several killdozer-style infantry fighting vehicles.

Bebeajrotisi is liberated under the red, green, and black banner. A propaganda show of happy locals dancing is televised, as well as the capture of several RPG's, light cannons, and technicals. The local garrison commander, Captain Ubambe Itisi offers Anekhstan a sizeable portion of the Revolutionary Forces as volunteers to fight against the islamic state in Anekhstan (and to secretly spread their ideology)

Anekhstan gladly takes the Revolutionary Forces.

Spiritual Republic of Caryton, Izakuria, and Krusilov

Anekhstan

The Controlist Ferwerter Union wrote: Ferwerter officials have asked for a meeting to discuss the possibility for a joint strategy on the situation in Karackistan, Anekhstan and Zamboodle.

Anekhstan will send Ashi Al Sasha to the meeting.

Izakuria and Krusilov

Anekhstan

Karackistan wrote:broadcasting status: live

"Hello sinners and heretics of the world,

I am the prophet; (ISKA leader) we are the Islamic State. We are aware of what's going on and we just, like all of you, wish it would end. Anekhstan you are brave, I will give you that, but as well as a heretic. You think you have Allah, but you don't we have Allah's divine power. As you all may see, there are two hundred Anekhstani civilians men, women, and children tied to the ground (all the women are in Burqa's). It's saddening to see them go, but progress cannot be achieved without sacrifice. Whether who are we are Karackistani and Anekhstani we are all brothers and sisters; so similar yet so different it's a shame we are at war with each other, but ISKA comes with open arms we are open to make a deal just give us the call. These two hundred civilians were in your hands; now they're dead. The prophet goes so a women starts to tell her something, but it's inaudible; the women pushes him away with her head and says "GET OFF OF ME" The prophet replies "A fighter it's a shame you couldn't have used that for ISKA" The prophet gives the word

the ISKA commandos start opening fire on the people
Once it's done the commandos light the bodies on fire and the prophet says "Anekhstan we can make an arrangement like I said just give us the word I don't want to this to get as bloody as it is and so do you... TAKBIR"
all of the commandos and Qataris-786 say as they raise their guns in the air "ALLHU' AKHBAR!"

Broadcasting status: offline

A strong voice rung out across Abjul, a familiar one, "MY BROTHAS, WE WILL NOT STAND FOR THIS! THIS MINDLESS MURDER! THESE MINDLESS ACTS! HERE, IN ANEKHSTAN, WE ARE BETTER THAN THE SAVAGES IN THE NORTH, THE SAVAGES THAT DON'T DESERVE HOMES, A CITY! THEY DESERVE NOTHING! WE MUST KEEP THEM OUT OF ANEKHSTAN, KEEP ANEKHSTAN PURE OF KARACKISTANI BLOOD! MY BROTHAS, I ASK ONCE AGAIN, THAT WE UNITE AGAINST THE GREAT THREAT OF KARACKISTAN, UNITE AGAINST THE TERRORISTS IN THE NORTH!"
After the short speech, thousands cheered, basically all of Abjul completely willing to join Anekhstan in this war.

Etheinia, Izakuria, and Krusilov



The Equestrianic Imperium of Twilight Sparkle

Sanctuary Point wrote:Alula looked at the Shadowbolts that surrounded them briefly before turning back to Rainbow. “Were you Diarchal, I’d say Loyalty ends when you do but we’re not in the Diarchy now.” Her gaze went to New Elysium next as Rainbow’s ship came closer. “I cannot tell you where it ends but I can suggest who it should be to, never give your loyalty to those unwilling to return it equal measure. My loyalty belongs to my clan who chose me to guide them through the Warp and across realities, my soldiers who trust me to lead them through fire and blood, the citizens who labour in manufactorums so that we may protect them from foul predation and to the Sister Divine who created us all in Their Image.” The Elysian hovered there a little longer as the Equestrian vessel halted beneath them. “I pray you stay in the Sisters’ light, General.”

Without another word, Rainbow returned to her ship. A few minutes later the magitechnological vessel turned around and began its return flight to Manehattan, leaving the enchanted clouds and metal walls of New Elysium behind.

*

Manehattan Imperial Palace, the next day...

"Oh? You've returned already? How did your meeting with the Elysians go?" Imperatrix Twilight asked in a friendly tone when General Rainbow Dash entered her office early in the morning.

The sun was rising behind the large windows of the office, giving the impression that the Imperatrix was bathed in heavenly light. Or infernal fire, Rainbow thought.

"Twilght, I..." Rainbow began, "...We need to talk."

Twilight must have noticed something in Rainbow's voice, because her entire demeanor changed suddenly, becoming colder and more distant. More official.

"I see. And what is it you want to talk about, General?"

Rainbow stared at her old friend but couldn't get a word out of her mouth. The visages of past nobles and other powerful Ponies (most of them Unicorns, of course, and none of them an Earth Pony) were observing her from the paintings hanging on the walls. Silently judging her.

You can still back down, a small voice in the back of her head kept telling her. What she made you do was ultimately for the good of all Equestria. You're the Element of Loyalty. It was your duty to do it for your people...

"...Why?" she asked eventually. "Was it really worth it?"

Twilight raised an eyebrow.

"What are you talking about?"

"Was it really for the good of Equestria? Please tell me it was."

There was a realization in Twilight's face.

"I... see," she said. "So they made you remember."

"If it really was for the good of Equestria, why did you have to force me do it? Why did you have to suppress my memories of it? Why, Twilight? Why?!"

The dark shadow of anger passed over Twilight's features, but the Imperatrix was quick to control her emotions.

"It was for your own good, my friend," she said calmly. "You have a lot on your mind already. I saw how the... ritual... affected your sanity, so I decided to help you. Not even you can be expected to bear the full burden of carrying the fate of the Pony species on your back, so I took some of that responsibility away from you, thus letting you devote your full attention to defending our lands... Thankfully, one doesn't have to remember the aid of the Old Masters to benefit from it."

"Twilight... we consumed their souls!" Rainbow was almost shouting now. "I consumed the soul of an innocent Pony to prolong my own existence! We're like... like some kind of vampires! We're supposed to be the good guys!"

Twilight did something that horrified Rainbow more than perhaps any other response the Imperatrix might have given.

She laughed.

"First," she said, "he wasn't an 'innocent' Pony. He was a Mud Pony criminal, a filthy, harmful parasite on our noble society, and his soul was the completely reasonable price he had to pay for his crimes. After all, what was his worthless life compared to yours? Second, the only reason the Equestrianic Imperium can afford to be 'the good guys' is because we at the top make all the hard, morally questionable decisions and bear the responsibility for them. Really, Rainbow, I thought you of all Ponies would realize that..."

"I quit," Rainbow said bluntly.

There was a moment of silence. Twilight stared at her general, mouth still slightly open and in a partial smile.

"No, you don't," she said. The partial smile didn't disappear, which Rainbow found to be very unnerving.

"Yes, I do," Rainbow said. "I know we did some very bad things over the years to protect Equestria, but the more I think of the ritual, the more I realize how utterly evil it was. What was it you called the final part of the ritual? 'The Domination of the Worthless Other'? Just as you... j-just as you b-began cutting out his heart? I... I refuse to become some life-sucking monster for you or Equestria or for any other reason. I refuse. You have changed, Twilight, and you can find yourself another General. I quit."

Twilight sighed.

"Looks like somepony needs to consume another soul," she said. "Don't worry. You'll feel much better after you've asserted your superiority over your lessers, like a true Old Master in the making should..."

Rainbow backed down a few steps. She had expected Twilight to be angry, she had expected her to shout, but this was far, far worse.

"I won't do it! Never again!" she shouted, but something seemed to muffle her voice. It was becoming hard to move, too.

She realized Twilight's horn was glowing faintly.

"Don't worry about your precious conscience, either," the Imperatrix said. "I wasn't thorough enough the last time, but this time I'll make sure you won't remember a thing. I've become more powerful since the last time we did it together... I'm sure I can erase your memory without damaging your mind much."

Rainbow's vision was getting dark, but in the unnaturally red light somehow darkening the office, she saw Twilight... change. Or perhaps it was just the first time in years that she truly saw her former friend.

She screamed, but there was nopony to hear her scream.

*

Late that evening, General Rainbow Dash appeared on national television. She seemed healthy and full of life and determination, perhaps even more so than usual. She gave a short speech about her diplomatic mission to New Elysium before announcing the development of a new, improved intercontinental ballistic missile, fresh from the Equestrian military laboratories. All was well...

Karackistan

Karackistani airliner 7912 was perpared for take off at baghdad international but was hijacked by the Islamic State. The airliner was flown to Jibhall, Anekhstan and at midnight the airliner strikes the city center.

Etheinia, Izakuria, and Krusilov

The Autocratic Empire of New Franshire

(OOC: From one of the polls, I voted one of them because my nation can possibly achieve that)

Izakuria

The United Federation of Etheinia

Following repeated terrorist attacks involving commercial airliners from Karackistan and Anekhstan, the Bureau of Transportation has decided to preempt this issue by revoking the airworthiness certifications for all airline companies operating out of these countries, thus effectively banning them from Etheinian airspace. From now forward, any plane originating from either of these nations may be shot down without warning by Etheinian air defenses.

In addition, the Etheinian National Space & Strategic Forces have geolocated the origin point of the ISKA "Prophet" broadcast using its Tselina ELINT satellites. This information is added to the intelligence dossier being prepared by MACA for officials in The Controlist Ferwerter Union.

Makko Oko, The Controlist Ferwerter Union, Krusilov, and Karackistan

Zamboodle

God's Resistance Army grows in size, suspected of child abuse and enlistment

One certain faction of the Zamboodlese Conflict- the God's Resistance Army- has recently grown in size by about 2,000 commandos. Mostly situated in the northeastern shore of the country, the GRA has mostly spent its days in isolation and skirmish. Led by Jared Kona, the GRA has had rumors slip of child abuse and child soldiers being forced to fight in the region. Similarly, second in command Gregory Betstein has been rumored to purchase an island somewhere in the sea that Zamboodle borders, from where he conducts child abuse for Zamboodlese elites.

Krusilov and Karackistan

Karackistan

The Controlist Ferwerter Union wrote:Etheinian officials are also invited to inspect the progress on the construction of the Brantgum Air Base.] To the Ferwerter section of the Military Assistance Command Aurelia General Anne Beuking is appointed as commander who previously served as the commander for the FCPLA CFU Southern Aurelia Command. In a small ceremony both the Ferwerter and Etheinian flags were raised before the MACA offices acompanied by the playing of their respective national anthems. Ferwerter officials have asked for a meeting to discuss the possibility for a joint strategy on the situation in Karackistan, Anekhstan and Zamboodle.

Karackistan will send Aakifah Ahmad to the meeting.

Krusilov

The Empire of Makko Oko

OkoTV News/Oko Online

Today's Date: August 26th,2022

[HEADLINES] Government Mandating Law Cooperation

Category: International

Today the Ministry Of Internal Security, in a joint announcement with the Ministry Of Diplomatic Affairs, has officially announced that JCAP nations are hereby mandated to cooperate with members on the reasons of law enforcement and intelligence. Miguel Kellison, the Minister Of Internal Security, says to OkoTV News that a Ferwerter Ministry Of State Security building has already been approved and is slated to be built in the capital city of Opposh. Miguel did not respond to questions regarding the MOIS's presence in foreign nations.

This change comes on the cusp of global war breaking out, with multiple nations threatening international peace, including the situations in Karackistan and Anekhstan. The Emperor said to OkoTV News that these changes were necessary to secure national sovereignty for the nation and for its program members. The Ministry Of Diplomatic Affairs has given all affected governments 2 weeks to contact the ministry regarding installation of Makko Okoan buildings in their nations, and theirs in Makko Oko. Any violation thereafter will lead to expulsion from the program.

Referendum Results, Government Quiet

Category: Law & Order

The results from both referendums (civil rights and constitution) are in, and the results are quite intriguing. First, on the constitutional front, the mandatory court appearances fell flat, with only 20% of voters saying "Yes", and the same happened to the foreign titles ban, except almost 50% of voters said "Yes", and finally, the only one to succeed, the referendum procedures, had a whopping 90% of voters saying "Yes". The votes for the constitutional referendum are questioned by civil rights experts, who don't believe that those counts are accurate. The government could not be reached for comment on the matter.

Secondly, on the civil rights act, a very similar action happened, with only the disability protections provision succeeding with 70% of voters saying "Yes". The national no discrimination provision failed with only 50% of voters saying "Yes". Some think that people got confused between the two provisions, hence the lack of votes for it. Again, the government could not be reached for comment.

Will the government listen? It's too soon to tell, but hopefully it'll be found out soon.

The Controlist Ferwerter Union, Krusilov, and Karackistan

Karackistan

Damascus, Karackistan

On the cold desert night of Damascus the streets are silent. Until all of a sudden 74 ISKA rockets were fired lighting up the sky. Karackistni defense system kicks in launching homing flares to intercept ISKA rockets. The sky is illuminated by the rockets, flares, and explosions in the sky the people are fleeing and some of the rockets were causing shrapnel to fall out of the sky. In the resulting barrage of ISKA rockets around 14 were dead and 67 injured.

The Empire of Westbeech

Darklore wrote:Otherwise it was surrounded by dense jungle and the cliff looked about as normal as any other cliff.

"Your disdain for them is... unwarranted. If at all, one as yourself should be grateful. In the end, our orders would have been to terminate you, just as they would have done should they have decided to. Once I am no longer useful, I shall be destroyed just like the rest of the Corporate Alliance." The droid then also turned away from Jonathan, now looking straight out towards the front of the transport.

When Jonathan called to stop, the driver carefully brought the vehicle to a stop and opened the doors. One of the troopers tapped Jonathan on the shoulder as he went to the door. No one else got out, and once Jonathan had departed, the door would close immediately behind him, the vehicle moving even faster away. None were there to stay.

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