Total War 2033 IC

[Murska]

War. War never changes.

It has been eighty-five years after the end of the Great War.

It has been so long. The last person to fight in the war, in the West-African battlefields that spawned the Union, died a few months ago. The passing of time has faded the memories.

New powers and new leaders have stepped up to take control of their domains and direct the course of history their way. Those who remember are gone, and now armies are full of people who read about the War in history books, commanded by people who studied the battles as examples of modern tactics.

Human nature is still the same. The species is still fractured. There is a number of nations, and nobody powerful enough to reign upon others. As the celebrations for the New Year 2033 brighten the hearts of the populace, the few people who know these things look upon their maps, keep an eye on the news and see that it is again time for conflict.

After the Great War ended, philosophers predicted that, as there was no winner in this war, there would be another. And scientists predicted that when that another war would come, there would be no-one left to fight afterwards.

These predictions have been all but forgotten. Humankind is ready for another war.

Total War.

PCs

NURS IcemanJRC (Russia)
Total: 23,5
Morale:+++++
Military:+++/++++
Economy: +++++-
Espionage: 0/+++
Technology: +++
World Opinion: +++++

Japan Honorbound
Total: 32,5
Morale: +++-
Military: +++++ +/+++++ ++
Economy: +++++ +
Espionage: +++++/+++++ +
Technology: +++++ +++-
World Opinion: ++-


TUER Turalisj (Egypt)
Total: 21,5
Morale: ++-
Military: ++-/++++-
Economy: +++++
Espionage: ++++-
Technology: +++
World Opinion: +++

DDM Pahvimato (Mongolia/China)
Total: 25,25
Morale: +/+++
Military: +++++ ++/+++++ +++-
Economy: +++++
Espionage: +++++ +-
Technology: +++
World Opinion: +

American Empire Blackouttwo
Total: 34,5
Morale: +++
Military: +++++ +++-/+++++ ++++-
Economy: +++++ +++++ +
Espionage: +++++
Technology: ++++-
World Opinion: ++

Mexico PeacefulWar
Total: 23
Morale: ++-
Military:+++++ +
Economy: ++++-
Espionage: ++
Technology: +++++
World Opinion: +++

A.R.C. Honorless
Total: 26,25
Morale: +++++ +
Military: ++-/+++++ +
Economy: ++++
Espionage: +++
Technology: +++++ +-
World Opinion: ++

New Roman Empire distant quasar
Total: 16
Morale: ++
Military: +++
Economy: ++++-
Espionage: +++
Technology: +++-
World Opinion: +

Australia Wolfbane
Total: 33,25
Morale: ++++-
Military: +++++ +++++
Economy: ++++
Espionage: +++++ +-/+++++ ++
Technology: +++++ +-
World Opinion: ++



NPCs


Canada
Total: 25,5
Morale: ++++
Military: +++++ ++
Economy: ++++
Espionage: +++
Technology: +++-
World Opinion: ++++

Anglo-Francia
Total: 31,5
Morale: ++++
Military: +++++ +-
Economy: +++++ ++
Espionage: +++++ +-
Technology: +++++ -
World Opinion: ++

Prussia
Total: 27,5
Morale: ++++
Military: +++++ +-
Economy: +++++ -
Espionage: ++++
Technology: +++++
World Opinion: ++-

West-African Union
Total: 12,5
Morale: ++
Military: +
Economy: +-
Espionage: +++
Technology: +++-
World Opinion: +-

Madagaskar
Total: 19
Morale: ++++
Military: ++
Economy: ++++
Espionage: ++
Technology: ++++
World Opinion: +++

Siam
Total: 21
Morale: +++
Military: +++++ -
Economy: +++
Espionage: +++-
Technology: +++
World Opinion: +++

India
Total: 31,5
Morale: ++++
Military: +++++
Economy: +++++ +++
Espionage: ++++-
Technology: ++++
World Opinion: +++++

South Africa
Total: 21,5
Morale: +++
Military: ++++
Economy: ++++
Espionage: ++-
Technology: +++
World Opinion: +++++

Argentina
Total: 17,5
Morale: +++
Military: +++-
Economy: ++++
Espionage: +++
Technology: ++
World Opinion: ++

Brazil
Total: 20
Morale: +++
Military: +++++
Economy: ++++
Espionage: +++
Technology: +++
World Opinion: ++

Peru
Total: 25
Morale: ++++
Military: +++++
Economy: +++++
Espionage: +++++
Technology: +++-
World Opinion: ++-

Oceania
Total: 16,5
Morale: ++
Military: ++
Economy: +++-
Espionage: +++
Technology: +++
World Opinion: +++

Persia Reborn
Total: 21
Morale: ++++-
Military: ++++-
Economy: ++++
Espionage: ++++
Technology: ++
World Opinion: ++

Oman
Total: 12,5
Morale: +
Military: -
Economy: +++
Espionage: +++
Technology: +++
World Opinion: ++

Aurora
Total: 31
Morale: +++++
Military: +++++ +
Economy: +++++ +++
Espionage: ++++
Technology: ++++
World Opinion: ++++


World Map

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OOC Thread (http://www.giantitp.com/forums/showthread.php?p=10432818#post10432818)

[Pahvimato]

Democratic Dictatorship of Mongolia

(OOC: The + signs before a spoiler is the espionage I have, and you will need a higher espionage to read those messages (which means you won't read them... MWAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA :smallamused:). Please put the espionage needed in your messages too, I'm far too lazy to keep checking it :smallwink:. Thank you! :smallsmile:(usually you need higher esp than both the sender and the recepient have)(Could the GM state his opinion on this? Just to make sure :smallsmile:))

To NURS: +++++
We are interested about the industrial services you can offer. We would like you to build us equipment for our army, including tanks, helicopters, planes etc. In return, we will offer you our intelligence services, which are the best in the world. Later on we might even start a military alliance with your glorious nation, if this goes well enough.


To The White Spire: +++++
Your technological achievements haven't gone unnoticed. We in Mongolia are interested about those achievements. We are especially interested everything that will boost our already superior espionage. In return for the technological help you can offer, we would offer you our intelligence services. As you might know, and as I already stated, they are the best in the world. We might even be interested about a military alliance if this goes well enough.


To Canada: +++++
We are interested about the industrial services you can offer. We would like you to build us equipment for our army, including tanks, helicopters, planes etc. In return, we will offer you our intelligence services, which are the best in the world. Later on we might even start a military alliance with your glorious nation, if this goes well enough.

To TUER: +++++
We are interested about the industrial services you can offer. We would like you to build us equipment for our army, including tanks, helicopters, planes etc. In return, we will offer you our intelligence services, which are the best in the world. Later on we might even start a military alliance with your glorious nation, if this goes well enough.

To Japan: +++++
Your technological achievements haven't gone unnoticed. We in Mongolia are interested about those achievements. We are especially interested everything that will boost our already superior espionage. In return for the technological help you can offer, we would offer you our intelligence services. As you might know, and as I already stated, they are the best in the world. We might even be interested about a military alliance if this goes well enough.


To American Empire: +++++
We have heard you are a nation of mercenaries, and we might be interested in your services. We don't have a need for them now, but we hope we will get some kind of a discount of your services by being a long term customer. So basically what we, the Mongolian people, want, is cheap mercenaries that will be ready when we need them, and will arrive soon and not after a couple of years. In return we will offer the use of our intelligence services, as as you stated, your's aren't that good.

EDIT:
@V
both the recepient and sender, meaning that was sent with +++++, not +-

[blackouttwo]

To Mongolia: +++++
We cannot grant discounts, due to the fact that they show favoritism to individual customers, which is something we wish to avoid. The offer of your intelligence services is to be expected in wartime, regardless of any other deals regarding intelligence. Payment is to be expected ahead of time, and soldiers will not be deployed until after payment is issued. The size of the force deployed is dependent on the services you expect to be performed, and expected resistance. In the event that you believe the size of the force you are receiving is not sufficient, you may pay additional fees for a larger force.

We take garrison contracts and special-ops contracts in peacetime, as well as invasion, occupation, and rearguard contracts during times of war. Special-ops contracts are also permitted in wartime. The price for all contracts is the same, but extremely high. All contracts have a maximum duration of one year, and can be renewed for the initial price. All contracts contain a clause that permits American forces full autonomy in the field, under the condition they coordinate with the employer's forces where necessary for the success of an operation or military campaign.

In the event you cannot pay monetarily, we will accept payment in the form of technology and technological data, or in the form of military hardware. This equipment or information must be considered worth the term being served by American forces under contract by the Emperor of the United States, and in signing the contract, you are aware that any monetary, military, or technological assets you provide are in the sole ownership of the American Empire, and thus are our's to do with as we see fit when they are in our possession.

These terms are non-negotiable, and all contracts are final. Questions will be answered.

[Turalisj]

To the Democratic Dictatorship of Mongolia
+++++ to read

We would be glad to fulfill both domestic and military orders for your nation. Send us the designs and number requests for each item and we will see to it that they receive top priority in our factories

[nolispe]

The NWF

To the DDM
It appears we have a deal. We will contact you when we have technology to trade.

[IcemanJRC]

New Union of Russian States

Each of the nations receive a letter, written on stationary watermarked with the Cog and Star seal of the New Union of Russian States. It reads


Greetings Nations,

The New Union of Russian States would like to extend the hand of friendship to you and your people. Russia is looking forward to future dealings in your prospective markets and is excited for the new year bringing new business. Enclosed you will find a message for the eyes of your respective leaders.

International Director Alexander Marx

To Japan ++-

Dearest Japan,

Your advances in technology have caught the eye of our marketing officials. We believe that your technical prowess can be of aid to meeting our ends. We offer full production backing in exchange for marketing rights and schematics for our own uses. We believe that this relationship should be lucrative for both parties, further negotiations can be made when you desire.

Chief Director Issac Marx


To TUER +++

Dearest Egypt,

Your location seems to be a powerful asset and Russia would like to become a part of it. Your access to several water ways and your powerful distribution network would be a very welcome addition to the Russian buisness network. Would you be interested in working with Russia? Details may be negotiated if you chose to pursue this relationship further.

Chief Director Issac Marx


To DDM +++++

Dearest Mongolia,

Your offer is welcomed by Russia. We would love to work out a deal with Mongolia. Your intelligence may prove practical in the future. Specifics can be worked out soon.

Chief Director Issac Marx


To the American Empire +-

Dearest America,

Russia extends a warm greeting. We would like to open communications and offer our services. We believe that your services could come to be of use in the future. For now we simply offer greetings.

Chief Director Issac Marx


To Canada +-

Dearest Canada,

Russia believes that Canada may, in the future, prove a valuable asset and ally to the Union. We believe keeping contact open is a good policy and hope that Canada will think of Russia in the future for all your production needs. We hope that we can provide the tools to help you build your future.

Chief Director Issac Marx

[Honorbound]

The live world broadcast began moments after the ball had dropped welcoming in the New Year, and on the television screens appeared the newly elected Japanese President Duo Maxwell to welcome in the New Year. Duo walked to the pedestal that was on center stage, and tapped the microphone to make sure it was on.

"My fellow Japanese citizens, I am here to welcome the New Year with you. With this year I hope to bring a new Golden Age to Japan, and mark our place forever in history! And to start of this glorious New Year I say we do something that will make our nation shine, and put Japan forever in the stars. What I am referring to is the launch of our glorious space station Kaguya!"

The video cut to the image of the Japanese space station on the launching bay. The count down had begun a few moments ago.
5...
4...
3...
2...
1...
0...

The countdown echoed until the very moment the launch thrusters turned on. They let out a loud roar, and began lifting Kaguya into the sky. It was almost out of the when the main thrusters kicked in, propelling it into space. Cheering could be heard as the video cut back to an image of Duo. He paused as he waited for the applause, and cheering to stop. As it began to quiet down Duo cleared his throat.

"My fellow Japanese, what you saw was a shuttle launch from less than four hours ago, and I am happy to report that it is fully functional orbiting around us at this very moment, inhabited by the brave group of scientists, and doctors who went up with it. With this great marvel come great new fields of research from space exploration, to having a mid-point between space, and Earth, so we may further our knowledge of the universe around us... Now everyone enjoy the New Year, one of new opportunities, one of new technological advances, and a new Golden Age for us all!"

Duo stepped down from his pedestal, walked off stage, answered a few questions from the media, and entered his limo that was out back. When he sat down Chief Advisor Domon Kasshu had a small smile on his face, his chin resting upon his fist. Duo let out a large sigh as he st down, and loosened his tie. It had been a long day.

To NURS ++-

Dear Chief Director Issac Marx

Japan is interested in your offer to give us full production rights; it could truly help our nation as a whole, as well as possibly produce a great friendship. But, depending on the technology produced there we may have to forgo some blueprints. Allowing access to our technological blueprints can be a large problem, but we will discuss this deal in further detail if you wish. Remember though, we promise nothing.
President Duo Maxwell

To DDM +++++

Dear Mongolia

I am sorry, but we can not find a single solid reason to aid you. Relying on another nations espionage is not a wise idea in the eyes of our citizens. We simply can not trust your nation from all that you have done to your neighbors, and we only trade with those whom we trust. Once again I am sorry, but we will have to turn down your offer. Have a nice day.
President Duo Maxwell

[blackouttwo]

'Tis New Year's Eve, and the government of the American Empire is gathered for an important meeting.

The military propaganda commercial is nearing its end as the Council watches it for any potential flaws. The spokesman's voice, prattling on for the last minute, finally speaks the ending lines the Council had approved.

"Courage! Duty! Honor! Remember, service guarantees citizenship! Enlist at your local recruiting station today and earn your right to vote! Who will fill the Emperor's seat in the next election? You know, because you will decide!"

The television is clicked off by Councilman Roberts of the Province of Washington. "Well, that commercial's sure to get the new blood rolling in." The Councilman is proud of himself. It was his idea to come up with a new commercial for their latest recruitment drive, after all.

It will, Councilman. The Emperor himself, elected to his position by the citizens of the American Empire, finally speaks for the first time this evening. Great plan, all around. That concludes tonight's business, gentlemen. Have a good evening.

As the Council stands and disperses, bowing their head to their duly-elected leader, the Emperor reads some mail that had come in earlier that afternoon. Upon reading the message from Russia, he sees fit to write an appropriate reply...and a message to send to Mexico.

To NURS: +
Your services are a welcome offer, but one we will not take you up on. Our neighbor Canada provides us with all we need for our armed forces. Your offer will be considered, but no promises are made.

To Mexico: +++
We would like to make you an offer of hiring the American Empire's armed forces for your nation's defense. Recent times have gotten potentially dangerous for our neighbors, and the American Empire is working toward the creation of a Pan-American Defense Zone. Mexico is a particularly-vulnerable part of North America that could be struck by outside forces at any time. The deployment of American mercenaries could rectify that weakness before anyone could exploit it.

[Honorbound]

To Oceania ++-

Dear Oceania,
We of Japan would like to offer you a trade request. We would like to offer you some of our surplus computers for some of your surplus currency. Please let us know what you think of this offer.

Japanese President Duo Maxwell

[Pahvimato]

To TUER: +++++

We in Mongolia would like to offer you a second deal, in addition to the one we started negotiating before. This deal would include several things:

1. Cooperation of our intelligence services.

As you may know, we two are the most advanced nations in this subject, in addition to Persia and Kazakhstan. If we start some form of cooperation on this subject, we will be by far the best. I'm suggesting that you will send some of your spies to be trained to Mongolia, which we will then be sending to missions to help our common goals. Of course, this will at first help us more than it will help you, but soon enough you will be benefiting much more than I. We also suggest building a base of operations to Ulan Bator, our capital city, for better management.

2. Cooperation of our researchers

We also offer you a research pact, as this is something neither of us don't really excel at. But if we cooperate... Again, we will be in a much better position that most of the nations on this planet. The sooner we start this, the better. By cooperation we mean sending most of our researched technologies for free or for very low prices to each other, and helping each other on those research projects that are a bit harder to accomplish. We also suggest that we could build a research facility in our capital city, Ulan Bator, where we could research these common projects.

3. Cooperation of our military forces

Cooperation of our armies will prove useful to the both of us in the future, as we both have several potentially aggressive neighbours. If at first you were going to decline this offer, please reconsider. Compare our military forces, and you will see this would be far better deal for you than it will be for us. Due to this, we would like to open a military base in the area of Azerbaidjan, near the city of Baku. This would greatly assist us if we need to help defend your nation, as supplying our troops would be much easier.


We hope you reply soon, and hope that reply will be a positive one. If you don't agree some of the things listed, please say so, and tell how they should be changed in your opinion to make the deal acceptable. I greatly recommend you to accept this deal as it is though, as it in its current state is much more favourable to you than it is to me. Also, if we get these things working soon, the more time there will be for us to benefit from them.


Medekhgüi Khünbish,
Great Emperor and righful dictator of Mongolia

[Turalisj]

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To the DDM (+++++)

We are intrigued by your offers. We would indeed be interested in forming an alliance with your glorious nation. To this end, we propose a joint command operations force. This force will focus on sharing intelligence training, research, military operations, and production requirements. We propose the name of COBRA for this operations force. Furthermore, we propose that two heads of each of the three branches be put into command of this operations force for a total of six overseers from each of our nations.

Humble regards, Premier Ras Ghul II

[Murska]

Mexico to AE:
We would of course be willing to negotiate an agreement for the use of your forces in the eventuality that anyone might attack us. However, at this juncture we don't feel as though there's much reason to fear war - we've got good relations with Panama.

Oceania to Japan:
We're always willing to trade.

[IcemanJRC]

New Union of Russian States

America

Councilmen Roberts

We understand that you already have an arangement with the great Canadian nation, but we will always leave our doors open to America. You may contact us at anytime if you wish to pursue this deal. Russia would appreciate keeping relations open with America, you are a promising ally for the future.
Advisory Director Alexander Marx


Japan

President Duo,

We can not accept this offer. Your full cooperation is required for this deal to come to fruition. Russia is not a charity organization and as such will not provide its factories without due compensation. We may work out an alternate payment program but our original request is still strongly being pushed by my staff. Please reconsider.
Advisory Director Alexander Marx

[nolispe]

The White Spire

To Japan
Greetings. Would you be willing to cooperate on technological advancement?

[Honorbound]

To The White Spire ++-

Dear The White Spire,
We may be, that would all depend on what it is though.

[blackouttwo]

To NURS: +-
Our forces are available for employment during peacetime as garrison units, or during times of heightened aggression as border observation and patrol, Mr. Marx, if you are considering bolstering your national defense for a year or more. Our terms are very reasonable.

Payment is to be expected ahead of time, and soldiers will not be deployed until after payment is issued. The size of the force deployed is dependent on the services you expect to be performed, and expected resistance. In the event that you believe the size of the force you are receiving is not sufficient, you may pay additional fees for a larger force.

We take garrison contracts and special-ops contracts in peacetime, as well as invasion, occupation, and rearguard contracts during times of war, or post-war peacetime. Special-ops and occupation contracts are also permitted in wartime. The price for all contracts is the same, but extremely high. All contracts have a maximum duration of one year, and can be renewed for the initial price. All contracts contain a clause that permits American forces full autonomy in the field, under the condition they coordinate with the employer's forces where necessary for the success of an operation or military campaign.

In the event you cannot pay monetarily, we will accept payment in the form of technology and technological data, or in the form of military hardware. This equipment or information must be considered worth the term being served by American forces under contract by the Emperor of America, and in signing the contract, you are aware that any monetary, military, or technological assets you provide are in the sole ownership of the American Empire, and thus are our's to do with as we see fit when they are in our possession.

These terms are normal for all contracts, are non-negotiable, and all contracts are final. Questions will be answered.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

[Honorbound]

To DDM +++++

Dear Josh,

We have thought long and hard about your offer to us, and we have decided that we will help you if you so desire. But there is one condition though. Japan holds the right to improve, and or modify anything they make for you nation for our own use. Also anything you want improved on, we would like blueprints so we may better improve our nation as a whole while aiding you. We also wish to have use of your espionage network as well until we further our own.
I hope these terms are acceptable to you.

President Duo Maxwell

[Pahvimato]

To Japan: +++++
I'm sorry to inform you that we can not accept this offer. We are not willing to be handing out our blue prints, and just as Russia, we are not a charity organization.

Josh,
Leader of the Mongolian intelligence services,
Authorized to the Mongolia-Japan negotiations by the dictator of Mongolia

[Honorbound]

To DDM +++++

Dear Josh,

I fear you misunderstand us, we only ask for blueprints if you want us to improve a piece of your network. We can not improve on something we know nothing about, though we can replace the machine with one of our own. We realize asking for you to hand us the details of your entire espionage network is unreasonable Josh. What we trying to say is that if you want something like a satellite improved, it would be rather difficult to work on it with out knowing how it was made. I find our request that you provide us blueprints for an item you want improved reasonable, and logical. Though this is assuming you want an item improved, if you just want add-ons, and replacement equipment; we can provide that as well, but can not guarantee compatibility without any knowledge of your network.

Before any terms can truly be made we may want discuss what we would do in more detail. We currently have knowledge of you Espionage Network, which truly makes it hard to do anything that would be of help to you. Please provide more detail on what you wish to be done, so that we may come up with agreeable terms for both of our nations.

P.S. I find it offensive that you are intercepting our personal messages with other nations Josh, please refrain from doing so.
President Duo Maxwell

To NURS ++-

Dear Director Marx

We understand that, and your peoples thoughts are a valid one. If we do take you up on this offer your terms will be accepted only for the technology we produce there. Also we would like a percentage of the profits from Japanese tech sales. Please contact us again, to help further the details, and discuss the terms.
President Duo Maxwell

[Pahvimato]

To Japan: +++++
The best thing you could do for us at the moment would be designing spy satellites. We think you should create your own models, as they will propably be much better than the models we could create. You can use some of the old models you have and just update them, or, preferably, create completely new designs. We also demand that those models will then be sold to noone else than Mongolia. We are the ones paying for their development, after all.

[Honorbound]

To DDM +++++

Dear Josh,

We will begin work on the satellites soon, but we can not guarantee the time of completion since you are asking us to start from scratch. Also we can not allow you to be the only nation the satellites we make are sold to on these current terms. Doing so would greatly decrease the use of these for us, so we ask you to add something else to your offer rather than just use of your espionage network. One last thing, making these satellites for you will only increase your offensive capabilities, not your defensive. If you want something done on that end let us know.

President Duo Maxwell

[Pahvimato]

To Mexico +++++
We are interested in cooperating with your nation. If you could use some of that huge industry capacity your nation possesses, or maybe try to research some technologies for our nation, we could offer in return the few things your nation is missing at the moment. Those things are a strong army and an espionage network. We can offer you both, unlike anyone else. Let us know if you are interested in working together with us, and if you are, what would you like to offer and what you want in return.

To Russia +++++
If it's possible, we in the Mongolian-Chinese alliance would like to have a permission to transport our troops through your nation. Our troops would only stay near the borders if that is what you want, meaning we wouldn't threaten you any more than we do now. This permission wouldn't be permanent, and we would only transport the troops to their destination and some of them back after we are done with what we are going to do. We are not going to be fighting near your borders, so you do not have to fear about damage being caused to your country. We wanted to ask you beforehand to prevent you thinking we are going to invade your country, as that might be the case if we just started moving troops on your side of the border. We hope that you remember about our businesses together, and hope you realise we don't want to risk them by breaking this promise.

[IcemanJRC]

To DDM

Permission granted. What is your intentions? Why will you be transpoting troops through Russia at all? Where would you need to get to?


To Mexico


Dearest Mexico,

Hello President Ramos. I would like to first apologies for not contacting you sooner. However my message is not of idle greeting, it is of buisness. We in the New Union would like to offer a buisness deal. Access to Russian production facilities in exchange for access to Mexican oil? We offer our surperior machining in exchange for your surperior resources. You may think it over, please think it over. Russia would like a powerful friend like Mexico.
Chief Director Issac Marx

[PeacefulWar]

To DDM +++++
My president agrees, both of our nations could benefit greatly from such a partnership. What we offer is too good to pass up. I can't disclose much in this letter but here is what I can. We are working on a advancement in warfare so large that anyone who has it has the greatest advantage ever known in warfare. A nations with this could be out numbered 500 to 1 and still win. Please contact Onésimo Soto, our chief scientist for more information. In return we would like a detachment of your military to come and train our soldiers. We have a decent sized army but it lacks proper training. If this is agreeable to you please contact Onésimo, as he has the rest of the details. If it is not please, I urge you, reconsider.

Rodriguez Alvarez, Minister of Diplomacy

To NURS +-
Dear Chief Director Marx,

This could be a very beneficial agreement for both of our nations. Mexico will grant you access to Mexican oil wells near the American border. If you do not want to supervise the extraction of the oil yourself we will do so ourselves and ship it to you free of charge. In exchange we would like to "commandeer" so of your factories so we can produce what we want when we want. This could be a great economic stimulus for both of our nations which could push us above and beyond the rest of the competition.
Eduardo Ramos, President of Mexico

[IcemanJRC]

To Mexico

President Ramos,

What would this entail, commandeering our factories? Russia is not one to take jobs from it's hard working citizens. This sounds reasonable, but we will still need these details and we can prepare our factories on the Japnese border for your use.
Advisory Director Marx

[PeacefulWar]

To NURS +-
Chief Director Marx,

What I meant was, that we could use the factories for what ever we need or want. I do not plan to take jobs away from hard working Russian citizens. Besides that note we are preparing the oil wells for your arrival.
Eduardo Ramos, President of Mexico

[IcemanJRC]

To Mexico

This is reassuring, the factories along the border of Japanese controled Siberia are being prepared for your use, simply place an order when you need it. Mexico is always welcome in Russia.

[Nohbdy]

The night air was freezing, still, at least at the capitol building. In the numerous cities around Canada, the new year festivities were in full swing. Parades, bands, and every form of human entertainment stood defiant to the cold weather. President Arnold McDonavin watched the celebrations from the television located in his office. He had to stay late at the office, an excess of paper work had entrenched itself upon his desk. He sighed, peeled his eyes away from the cheering citizens, and stared up at the bulwark of paper. It was going to be a long year...

NURS +-

Canada has received your message Mr. Marx, and we sent out a warm greeting to you in this cold month of January. We hope to the Canada and Russia will maintain a peaceful relation for the times to come.

Sincerely, President Arnold McDonavin


DDR +++++

Canada has judged your offer, and we find yours terms to be unattainable for us. Putting the security of a nation in the hands of another one is not good business, and your country is too untrustworthy for any kind of good business relations.


Mexico +-

Canada is interested with opening trade relations with you country, we do not simply provide military hardware, but other mechanical goods that can aide your nation's agriculture and aquaculture. We would also like to stretch our our hand in hopes of peaceful relations.

Panama +-

Canada is interested in opening trade relations with your country, we not only offer military hardware, but other goods for you country's agriculture and aquaculture.


Argentina +-

Canada is interested in opening trade relations with your country, we not only offer military hardware, but other goods for you country's agriculture and aquaculture.

Brazil ++

Canada is interested in opening trade relations with your country, we not only offer military hardware, but other goods for you country's agriculture and aquaculture.


Peru +++

Canada is interested in opening trade relations with your country, we not only offer military hardware, but other goods for you country's agriculture and aquaculture.

Japan ++-

Canada is interested in opening trade relations with your country, we not only offer military hardware, but other goods for you country's agriculture and aquaculture. Also, we have need of newer technologies, could your nation possibly trade Canada some of your technologies?

[Pahvimato]

DDM

To NURS: +++++
That remains secret for now, but you will find out soon enough. No need to worry about anything, though.

Medekhgüi Khünbish,
Great Emperor and righful dictator of Mongolia

To Mexico: +++++
I don't think you have access to that kind of power, otherwise you would be using it by yourself, not offering to sell it to other countries. We think it would be possible for us to send some troops in Mexico to train your soldiers, but in return, we would like to have some of your research centers to either work on a project we specify or let us use them as we want, so you won't be kept responsible if I come up with something nasty.

We are still interested about that technology of yours, even while we doubt it will bring "the greatest advantage ever known in warfare". We just need more information about that technology before we promise anything.

Medekhgüi Khünbish,
Great Emperor and righful dictator of Mongolia

To Canada: +++++
If you think it's bad business to place the security of your nation in the hands of another nation, why is your defence so dependant on the American forces? And the huge pile of money that the resources in Canada will generate will surely attract a lot of thiefs, and your intelligence department simply isnt capable of preventing them from succeeding. Please reconsider.

Medekhgüi Khünbish,
Great Emperor and righful dictator of Mongolia

To TUER: +++++
After you have accepted the conditions of the contract I offered you, I have another plan, which is maybe even more profitable to the two of us. Kazakhstan has only a small military, unlike Mongolia. I would like you to declare war on Kazakhstan, but you wouldn't need to invade, as your army clearly isn't fit for that. You would only act as a diversion; Kazakhstan must keep troops on it's western border, or else you could roll all the way to their capital. While your troops, who are still inside your borders, or on the border of Russia and Kazakhstan, keep 20-30% of their army occupied the Mongolian forces will invade the country from the east. If we follow this plan, there's absolutely zero risk involved on your part, and we are one step closer to a common border.

Medekhgüi Khünbish,
Great Emperor and righful dictator of Mongolia
(OOC: Your defensive capabilities are more than enough to keep them at bay if there's any need, although this shouldn't be the case)

To American Empire: +++++
The need for your troops has come earlier than we expected. We need them now, and would like to know if that's possible. We would need quite a big force to our aid (++ military), and would like to know how much you would like to have in return. We are expecting only minor losses on our side, and the risk to loose any of your troops is small. We hope that you keep in mind that the risk is low when estimating the price for your services.

Medekhgüi Khünbish,
Great Emperor and righful dictator of Mongolia

To all nations with total stats of at least 17: +++++
We know our reputation isn't that good. We would like to prove to the world that the reality isn't like what it seems to be. We are organizing a conference in Ulan Bator, which is going to be about the world's economy and the future of the less developed countries (total stats 13 or less). Our responsibility is to get these aforementioned nations on their feet, and not let them drag behind like they are doing now. Please let us know if it's possible that the leader of your nation or a representative will take part in the conference.

Medekhgüi Khünbish,
Great Emperor and righful dictator of Mongolia

[Murska]

Panama to Canada +-

At the current juncture we will be unable to lift any trade restrictions or payments with you, since that would bring upon us untoward pressure from our neighbouring nations to do the same. However, if you were to supply us with a number of small naval military craft to our specifications as well as a number of high explosive compounds, we would be willing to pay fair prices.

Argentina to Canada +-

I suppose we can arrange some sort of a deal. We expect a need for construction materials which you could provide for a discount, in exchange for us offering you similar preferential treatment for your purchases of our coal and metals.

Peru to Canada +++

No thanks.

Brazil to Canada ++

We would be interested in setting up official trade agreements with your nation. What exactly would you have in mind?

World Conference of Ulan Bator
Persia Reborn has stated they will not be participating.
Brazil, India and Prussia agree to the necessity of the meeting and will be sending a representative each. However, major leaders don't state their intention to participate in person - the attitude is more 'wait and see'.

[blackouttwo]

To Mongolia: +++++
You will need to specify the type of duty you want served, and the contract length. Invasion? Rearguard? Occupation? Duty being served determines minimum length of contract, and all contracts last a year at most before renewal or termination. It also determines what we will be doing; American forces will not commence a forward assault without renegotiation of contract terms and additional payment if we are under contract for Rearguard or Occupation operations. We receive full autonomy in the field, as is standard for all contracts, as well as all battlefield salvage collected from American kills in the field. As has been stated before, this is non-negotiable.

As a side note, we have decided to turn down your request for a discount. Full payment will be expected, whether in technological data/blueprints, military hardware, or currency. Payment should total out to approximately (+ Economy).

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

To Mexico: +-
We would like you to reconsider our offer of service. There has been no overt military action, but one cannot afford to be weak or to let their guard down. America is expecting numerous shifts in military strength very soon that would be beneficial for Mexico to make use of while they are available.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

To Canada: +-
We require an increase in production regarding your military-industrial operations. We are expecting a deployment very shortly, and will need to arm and recruit additional soldiers to make up for potential losses. I am aware this is an expense on your part, but we should be able to pay back any expenses with profits from the contract itself.

Long story short, America's opening up a tab.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

America announces to all parties that it will be sending International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith to the summit.

[nolispe]

The White Spire

The White Spire will be sending a negoiator to the Confrence.
To Mexico
Greetings. Would you be willing to negoiatiate a military alliance? Of course, we benifit far less than you, but by my calculations the difference is roughly (+) Econ.

To the American Empire
Greetings. We were wondering if you would consider a military alliance.

[blackouttwo]

To the White Spire: +++
We are not interested in military alliances in the way you may be familiar with. We are interested in mercenary contracts.

Our forces are available for employment during peacetime as garrison units, or during times of heightened aggression as border observation and patrol, if you are considering bolstering your national defense for a year or less. Our terms are very reasonable.

Payment is to be expected ahead of time, and soldiers will not be deployed until after payment is issued. The size of the force deployed is dependent on the services you expect to be performed, and expected resistance. In the event that you believe the size of the force you are receiving is not sufficient, you may pay additional fees for a larger force.

We take garrison contracts and special-ops contracts in peacetime, as well as invasion, occupation, and rearguard contracts during times of war, or post-war peacetime. Special-ops and occupation contracts are also permitted in wartime. The price for all contracts is the same, but extremely high. All contracts have a maximum duration of one year, and can be renewed for the initial price. All contracts contain a clause that permits American forces full autonomy in the field, under the condition they coordinate with the employer's forces where necessary for the success of an operation or military campaign.

In the event you cannot pay monetarily, we will accept payment in the form of technology and technological data, or in the form of military hardware. This equipment or information must be considered worth the term being served by American forces under contract by the Emperor of America, and in signing the contract, you are aware that any monetary, military, or technological assets you provide are in the sole ownership of the American Empire, and thus are our's to do with as we see fit when they are in our possession.

These terms are normal for all contracts, are non-negotiable, and all contracts are final. Questions will be answered.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

[nolispe]

The White Spire

To the American Empire
Intresting. What would be the price for (+) military for one year?

[blackouttwo]

To The White Spire: +++
Depends on the type of duty you want served. Garrison contract? Invasion? Rearguard? Post-war Occupation? Wartime Occupation? Special Operations are presently ill-advised, as we are still 'bulking up.'

[nolispe]

The White Spire

To the American Empire
An invasion.

[PeacefulWar]

Mexico snnounces that Rodriguez Alvarez, the Minister of Diplomacy, will be attending the summit.

To Canada +-
I believe this is an acceptable agreement. What kind of trade did you have in mind?

Rodriguez Alvarez, Minister of Diplomacy

To DDM +++++
Emperor Khünbish,

Because I believe that such a message as this will not be intercepted I will tell you the following. We are currently working on what we believe will revolutionize warfare. In short, Autonomous Robots or ARs. What they ARs do in short, is locate, target, and fire upon the enemy. Promising tests so far have shown that the ARs are strong, more agile, and able to make decision on the fly faster then your average trooper. They are as strong as a tank, yet as light as a common troop transport. Although still in the testing stages we believe that in a short while they will become operational.

In the case of the research centers, we have begun the preparations to accommodate your scientists. We shall we waiting expectantly for your soldiers to arrive.

Eduardo Ramos, President of Mexico

To The American Empire +-
Ronald Smith,

Although shifts of military power have yet to appear near Mexico, we agree. Your mercenary forces would be much appreciated here, to bolster our forces and to help train what little troops we currently have. I would also like to ask if you could manufacture some heavy weaponry for us, such as tanks, troop transports, heavy assault rifles, etc. In return for both the weaponry and the mercenaries we can either pay you a handsome sum or offer you technology in the future. The choice is yours.

Bolívar Gonzalez, Minister of Military

To The White Spire +++
We would be willing to negotiate a military alliance with you. Upon what terms would you like to settle?

Rodriguez Alvarez, Minister of Diplomacy

To The Japanese Republic ++-
Head Scientist Jegan Ieri,

The President and I have been talking and have come upon the agreement that both of our countries would benefit greatly if we were to share our technological discoveries with one another. I know Mexico and Japan haven't always been the best of friends but I'm are hoping we could work out some kind of agreement.

Onésimo Soto, Chief Scientist

[nolispe]

The White Spire

To Mexico (+++)
SPecifically, in return for (+) Econ, we would be willing to have a full military alliance with you, and would be willing to negoiate a technological alliance at a later date, depending on what you reseach.

[PeacefulWar]

To The White Spire +++
This come across as agreeable terms.

[blackouttwo]

To Mexico: +-
We don't produce military hardware ourselves; Due to an exclusive contract, we get free military hardware from Canada for ensuring their national defense, and training for their military. You'd need to talk to Canada. We will, however, be willing to hire out mercenaries for you.

To the White Spire: +++
We require more details.

The target. Expected opposition. Battlefield intelligence. Scouting reports. We cannot deploy soldiers for you unless we know precisely what we are getting into.

[nolispe]

The White Spire

The strange bird-like plane hummed over the sweltering heat of Mexico city. It paused over the presidential palace, and began to lose height. A few seconds later, it landed with a soft sound, almost identical to that of someone stepping on the autumn leaves, on the lawn in front. Four men got out, and one of them turned to the plane, tapping something into a keypad inside. With a rushing sound, the entire plane folded up into a white box a few feet long. He picked it up easily, as if it weighed no more than a feather, and put it in his backpack. One of the other men turned to the wide-eyed guard standing nearby. 'Tell the president we have arrived, please. Could someone escort us to him?'

The sun was low in the horizon when the four men returned, jubiliant. The man with the backpack placed the box on the lawn, before a crowd that had spontaneously assembled, and watched it unfold like a paper crane. They boarded, and with a soft sound like a hundred bees in high summer, lifted off. They rose a kilometer above the city, and, pausing for a moment in the air, accelerated past the sound barrier.
The Treaty of Mexico City

Article One: The governments of The White Spire and the nation of Mexico hereby agree to act to defend each other if either was to be threatened by an outside force.

Article Two: In the case of either of them being forced to declare war on an outsider, they will alert the other to this, and barring exceptional circumstances, the other will aid them to the limit of their abilities.

Article Three: The Goverment of Mexico will immediately transfer (+) econ to The White Spire.

Signed, Janurary 27 2033, by Simon Vanhelder, chosen representative of The White Spire, and Rodriguez Alvarez, Diplomatic Minister of Mexico.



The plane stopped.
According to the signals being sent from the Mexican airforce base, the president had gone back on his word the moment the ambassadors had left. The plane turned round, and touched down on the lawn within a few minutes. Not bothering to collapse it, the leader of the diplomatic mission stormed into the palace, returning a few minutes later. 'I've got no idea what's going on. He's suddenly changed his mind for no clear reason... While the ink was literally drying. I don't know why he would do that, unless he's planning something. Damn it, let's get out of here. We'll have a better reception somewhere else. I wouldn't be suprised if we get arrested if we stay here much longer.'


To Egypt
Would you be willing to join our alliance with Mexico? As you would gain far more from this than us, the primary military backers of this, we would request a payment of (+) econ for this alliance. Are you amenable?

[Honorbound]

To Canada ++-
Dear President Arnold McDonavin,

We if Japan are greatly interested in doing trade with you. We will gladly offer you some of our finest production technologies that will allow you to produce items faster, and in better quality. In return we ask of you that we be given complete manufacturing abilities. We also ask of you to provide the raw materials to manufacture our goods, that you will be allowed to use for your nation as well, but you will not be allowed to trade any of our technologies at all. We are up for negotiations if you wish to continue.
President Duo Maxwell.

To Mexico ++-
Dear Onésimo Soto, Chief Scientist


Share I believe is the wrong word Mr. Soto. We are deeply interested in the trading of our technology. Maybe our research technology so we may each further or progress in which we can make, discover, and prototype new technology. Let me know what you think.

Head Scientist Jegan Ieri

To The White Spire +++
Dear The White Spire,
We of Japan would like to know if you are interested in trading us access to you vast library of knowledge that you contain, for some of our finest computers, or other technology if you so desire. If you do wish to allow us access to you library we would like to send a group of Japanese scientists to research it at The White Spire, and send us the information so we may learn faster. Let us know what you think of this, we are willing to negotiate these terms.
President Duo Maxwell

Japan announces that they will be sending Chief Advisor Domon Kasshu to the summit.

[nolispe]

The White Spire

To Japan (+++)
Of course. What sort of computers were you looking to trade? (OOC" I don't think we can trade tech until we have some to trade - so the next turn)

[Honorbound]

To The White Spire +++


Dear the White Spire

We would be willing to trade you one of our most advanced super computers. It is of the Arc lite-series, Model #X7O8. (OOC: We can trade tech this turn I believe. We have tech now, other wise our scores would be a 0 in it, though I will PM Murska about this to make sure)
President Duo Maxwell

[nolispe]

The White Spire

To Japan (+++)

As you seem to be one of the nations that understands the importance of technology in allowing humanity to advance, would you be willing to form a military alliance?
OOC: I asked at the start of the game - apparently that represents our capacity for advancement, and we don't start with tradable tech.

[Honorbound]

To The White Spire +++

Dear The White Spire,

I am sorry but we are not ones to jump into an alliance right away. We are definitely not saying no, but we are asking to wait and see how our future relations work out. I hope that is acceptable.
President Duo Maxwell

[Turalisj]

To White Spire

You want what?!? We do not care what technology you have, you insult us and our nation by demanding such an outrageous sum! We will not take such a mockery that you claim as diplomacy. We warn you, should you insult us again, we shall consider your nation blacklisted and ban all interaction with your country.

[nolispe]

The White Spire

To Japan (+++)
Oh, we understand. It's fine.

To Egypt (+++)
Ah... Don't worry so much. If you go around considering every moderately high bid a lifelong insult to your country, diplomacy is going to be hard for you. What we are offering is a military defense of your country. You do, after all, have a large number of expansionist naigbours. And our offer would certainly be cheaper than hiring mercanaries. Now, if you don't want to accept our offer, than that's fine. What sort of counter offer would you like to propose?

To ARC
Greetings. It is good to see another nation that understands the importance of technology in humanites advancement.

[PeacefulWar]

To Japan ++-
Dear Head Scientist Jegan Ieri
This does sound like acceptable terms. Exactly what kind of research are we talking about?
Onésimo Soto, Chief Scientist

To A.R.C +++
Greetings A.R.C,

Being a country that never had an artic research center we have decided that since you should have nothing against we should contact you. If possible we would like to trade for any research you may have done in the years since you were abandoned, and update you on current events and the happenings of now.Onésimo Soto, Chief Scientist

[Pahvimato]

DDM

To Kazakhstan: +++++
We have heard that there are several species of snails in your country. Is this true? If it is, we would like you to start killing them off. According to our researches, and after estimating the size of your country, we believe if you put (++++-) military to kill them you will be finished very quickly. If you put (+++++ +++-) espionage to find the snails, you can propably get rid of those beasts in less than a year. We will provide all of our knowledge about killing snails if you send as some money (+++++ +++++ +++++ +++++ +++++ economy) in return. We hope you realize what's best for your nation.

Medekhgüi Khünbish,
A completely sane person and the righful dictator of Mongolia

[Murska]

Kazakhstan to DDM: +++++
Um. What?

[Pahvimato]

DDM

To Kazakhstan: +++++
Don't try to play stupid. You do know what we are talking about. And as you don't want to cooperate, we expect you will take care of the problem alone. Starting from executing your current government and replacing it with a one that mainly consists of the members of the AAS party who will surely take care of the snails.

Medekhgüi Khünbish,
A completely sane person and the righful dictator of Mongolia

[Murska]

Kazakhstan to DDM:
Ah, right. Of course. We will begin snail annihilation operations immediately. Thank you for your concern.

[Honorbound]

To Mexico +++
Dear Chief Scientist Onésimo Soto,
This would be research to further our technological development fields. Working on items like new computers, new research equipment, new research methods are all examples of what we hope to work on with your country. If these are acceptable terms how would you like to go about conducting the research together? Would you like to send a team of scientists over here, communicate like we have been, or a other option? Personally I would like to have you send a team of scientists here to conduct research with us, but this is not my decision alone.
Head Scientist Jegan Ieri

[blackouttwo]

To Mexico: +++
We are still awaiting your response on the matter of employment. Are you willing to hire American forces for a contract at all? If you don't seek military action against any of your neighbors, we'll settle for a garrison contract. If you are unwilling to hire us in the immediate future, we will be on call if you change your mind.

[PeacefulWar]

To Japan ++-
My president and I have begun preparing a team of researchers and scientists to come to your country. You should expect them in a few days.

To America +++
I'm sorry for my late response. The congress and I were discussing possible solutions to a few problems but nothing to concern you.
A garrison contract sounds very promising as we have good relations with our neighbors. Having a strong force to safeguard the country on the other hand is very much needed.

[Honorless]

to mexico(+++)
dear mexico, currently we are intreasted in a business partner ship with u but first we must know what type of reaschearch do u wish to know about?
to The White Spire(+++)
glad to see that another tech country is so welcomng to other scientist in the world.
to The American Empire(+-)
The ARC wishes to know if you wish to reopen trade between our two countries like we had before the war?
to The Japanese Republic (++-)
The ARC wishes to know if you wish to reopen trade between our two countries like we had before the war?

[PeacefulWar]

To A.R.C +++
To the scientists at the A.R.C. ,

Currently at this time we do not know what technologies you possess, or what you are researching at this time. We do however know what we are researching and what we possess. At this time we are working on a new weapon to change the face of war forever. We are also looking at new ways to mass produce things and a solution to this "oil" problem. If any of these interest you, or you would like to suggest a new avenue of research, please contact me again.

Onésimo Soto, Chief Scientist

[Nohbdy]

DDM +++++

Mongolia, it is obvious that you do not understand the bonds shared by Canada and America. Your country is unstable and untrustworthy, while America has aided Canada in fires of a great revolution and has proven to be a loyal ally. There will be no further negotiations.

A.R.C. +++

Canada has noticed your pancake deficiency, we are willing open trade relations with you. If you accept you'll receive free Canadian maple syrup and bacon as an additional bonus.

America +-

Canada will provide you with the military hardware you need America, however, would you lend some of your instructors to help improve Canada's home defense?

Japan ++-

As long as Japan remains open with its new technologies towards Canada, we are willing to produce your goods, however profits must be shared.

Mexico +-

Canada can provide your country with military hardware, tanks planes, naval units, any of the various tools of war and defense. On the side we offer more peacetime products to help with farmers, mining, and other natural resource gathering. We are moreso waiting for your request to Canada to see if we can fulfill it.

Panama +-

Canada has agreed to provide Panama with your naval boats, just send the schematics of you boats. We expect you to pay full price.

Argentina +-

We can work out a trade relation with those terms.

Brazil ++

As you most likely know Canada is best at providing military hardware, yet we do offer peace time machinery to aid in forestry, mining, and farming. Your fuel sources and other metals and minerals are of an interest to us.

[Honorbound]

To DDM +++++

Dear Mongolia
Since you have not replied to our request on forms of payment other than use of your network, we will be asking for an immediate form of payment (- Economy) or production of your satellites will be halted. We can not give this away for use of another nations network, and this payment will be half of the total. We will request the other half before shipments are sent. I am sorry to do this suddenly but it must be done.

My sincere apologies,
President Duo Maxwell.

To Canada

A split in the profits is completely reasonable. Does a 50/50 split in profits regarding Japanese technology produced by you sound reasonable?
President Duo Maxwell

[Nohbdy]

Japan ++-

Those terms are agreeable, Canada looks forward to a healthy partnership with Japan.

[nolispe]

The White Spire

'Greetings. This is Rose Hawthorn, head of the reintergration initiative of The White Spire. We would like to present an offer to the citizens of the world. Our Destructive Devices Division has recently found itself with a surplus of weapons and a decifit of testing opportunities. And thus it is my privledge to offer their services to countries in need, for a low cost of (- Econ per + mil per turn, with lower rates fully negoitable). Thank you.'

[Murska]

Start of Turn 2

The lives of most people continue as normal. The worker unions of Mexico complain about the outsourcing of their jobs to Russia. Namibia-Angola talks about increasing their cooperation continue while the West-African Union and the East-African Coalition seem to have hit an impasse in trying to resolve their border disputes.

The northern regions of Peru appear to finally be stabilizing, with the fighting having moved mainly to the coastal area. Oceania reports an all-time low in piracy after their new maritime control initiative. Heavy rains have caused some flooding in Europe. The lavish coronation of King Charles VI of Anglo-Francia was televized to the entire world. The disputes over succession in Austria-Hungary-Italy continue.

However, the main news story is the sudden invasion of Kazakhstan by the DDM.

The attack started by diversionary assaults through Russia over the north border of the nation by mechanized elements of the Mongolian army. The main push was spearheaded by airlifted American mercenaries who dropped at key locations among the enemy defensive fortifications, supported by heavy Mongolian ordnance. The Kazakhstani defense was quickly routed and they retreated in disarray towards the capital.

Currently the invading DDM and American troops are advancing quickly towards Astana. The government of Kazakhstan is desperately trying to reorganize the army into a defensive line near the city.

Meanwhile the outlying parts of the country have mainly been left alone by both sides. Thousands of civilians fleeing the destruction have been trying to cross the border into Persia, India and Russia. Persia has closed their borders from the refugees, while India is admitting them.

The global community strongly condemns the attack as illegal and unprovoked.

Turn 1 Stat Changes:
America gains – Econ
America loses – Military
Mongolia loses – Econ
Kazakhstan loses + Military, - Morale
Kazakhstan gains - WO

[Honorbound]

To The American Empire ++-

Greetings, Japan would like to know if you are interested in funding Japanese research. Further details will be discussed in person if you are interested. If you are we formally invite you to Japan to conduct this meeting that we hope will further both of our nations. Also we are inviting The C.U.P. to this meeting as well due to your close relations.

President Duo Maxwell


To The C.U.P. ++-
Greetings, Japan would like to know if you are interested in providing resources for Japanese research. Further details will be discussed in person if you are interested. If you are we formally invite you to Japan to conduct this meeting that we hope will further both of our nations. Also we are inviting The American Empire to this meeting as well due to your close relations.

President Duo Maxwell

[nolispe]

The White Spire

'Greetings. I am Simon Blacrovich, head of the immigrants division of The White Spire. I would like to formally open the hand of friendship to those who have been displaced by the recent war in Kazakhstan. We are willing to take any and all refuges, and will be providing a transport service to this end. Please register in an of the White Spire embassies, and we will extract you shortly. Thank you.'

To Kazakhstan (++++)
We would like to offer you a deal regarding our troops. We are willing to offer their services, and a payment scheme could be worked out regarding your exceptional circumstances. Perhaps (++) Research, which, while a lot, is still fairly cheap, for our entire force for the duration of the war?

To the DDM (+++++)
We would like to offer our assistance is this war. As you are a friendly nation, we are willing to cut a deal that makes us far cheaper than the americans.

[Pahvimato]

DDM

To American Empire: +++++
We will notify you if we still need your troops. Don't pull them back yet, and don't promise them to anyone just yet, please. We also congratulate you on how well you succeeded in that attack. You clearly have trained your men well.

To the White Spire: +++++
I doubt we need any more mercenaries. The reason we hired the Americans was we didn't want to loose any of our own troops, it's much better if the troops dying are American.

To NURS: +++++
Please close your border from the Kazakhstani refugees. I don't want to loose too many of my soon to be slav- err.... I mean... citizens! Yes, soon to be citizens! That's it, citizens.

To Kazakhstan: +++++
We offer you a peace treaty. We demand your total surrender. In return, all citizens of Kazakhstan will receive the full rights every citizen of Mongolia currently have. Or, if you don't accept, we can just glass your capital and eat your babies.

Will post the conference thing as soon as I can.

[Pahvimato]

Medekhgüi Khünbish, the emperor of Mongolia, steps up to the podium and starts his speech:

A very good morning to everyone and thank you for joining us at this conference.

First I would like to explain the invasion of Kazakhstan. That doesn't seem to fit this new image we are trying to build here in Mongolia. Unlike what has been claimed, the attack was not unprovoked. We offered to help Kazakhstan with their snail problem just a while ago, and they accepted, after we explained them what might happen if they didn't do anything about it. You may now think we were starting to have warm relations with Kazakhstan – but this is not the case. We offered them help mainly in the form of a technological advancement – the Snail Stomper 3000™. Now we have received pressing messages from the operatives we have in Kazakhstan: the Kazakhstani government has started using this technology without paying us, the Mongolian people, the small sum we wanted in return. The Kazakhstani are nothing but thieves, spies and uneducated barbarians. If they did not steal that technology from us, how did they know where to kick the snails to kill them effectively?

They could't have found out about such advanced technologies without spying on a nation like Mongolia. There are only a few nations in the world that posses strong intelligence services; and these nations include both Mongolia and Kazakhstan. Here in Mongolia, we only use it to protect our national secrets, as you know. On the other hand, Kazakhstan seems to be using it to malicious purposes. How we know it was Kazakhstan, and not Japan, for example? There are only a few nations that could have succeeded in such an attempt. We don't think anything bad about any nation, unless we have some proof stating otherwise. We try to respect other nations, even if it shouldn't be the case. Kazakhstan is the only nation capable of executing this vile crime. Other nations that posses capabilities to do the same have no reasons to – why would Australia, a nation with a spy network as good as Kazakhstan has try to steal a technology that deals with killing snails? At least I haven't yet heard about a sudden invasion of snails in Australia.

After we have replaced the government of Kazakhstan to one that actually takes care of it's citizens, we will start eradicating the snails from Kazakhstan's soil, before they pose a risk too big for us to handle.



But now, to the subject at hand.

We think we all should start giving financial aid to the developing nations. We suggest we start by helping Namibia and Angola on their feet, as these two are not trying to kill each other – at least not now. We suggest we establish a committee to handle these things, so the negotiations about who to help and why would be much easier and faster. We have contacted the nations we think should be part of this committee, and will soon telll about the results. Now, please enjoy yourselves and let us hear about your ideas about the future of our planet.

To Brazil: +++++
Greetings. Your nation has access to great amounts of resources, and thus you should be one of the 5 members of the committee, at least in our opinion. You also seem to have a habit of taking care of what you have started, which is very important in projects like this one.

To India: +++++
As your nation's resources are so vast, we would like you to become a member of the committee. You also have a good reputation, and this project would boost that image even more.

To TUER: +++++
Hello there. I want you to become one of the members of the committee, if possible. Will help to boost that much needed WO of yours. Won't be a hard task, so why not? You up for it?

To NURS: +++++
I would like to offer you the unique chance to take part in something that can really help the developing nations. I would like you to become one of the members of the committee. Do you want to make the world a better place?

To Japan: +++++
How the satellite project is going? You have an estimate about when we can start using them?

To Mongolia: +++++
Note to self: Stop writing notes to yourself in a place where others can see them

[blackouttwo]

To Japan: ++-
We would be glad to discuss the matter in detail at your meeting.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

To Mongolia: +++++
Of course they've been well-trained. It is our job. We highly recommend you receive the honor of leading the charge from here on. We've opened the door for you, as the contract dictated.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

To the White Spire: +++
Are you attempting to compete with America in the mercenary market?

I will have you know we look down upon competition. We strongly recommend you retract that worldwide offer for military assistance.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

To Kazahkstan: ++++
For the sake of all countries involved, we highly recommend your government takes a stance of unconditional surrender. You are outnumbered, outgunned, outmaneuvered, and out of time. To save everyone time, war materiel, and lives, please surrender.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

[Murska]

Kazakhstan to Mongolia:
No.

Brazil to Mongolia:

Indeed. We agree to join the committee if we are given highest authority to distribute the aid in South America.

India to Mongolia:

Eh. I suppose we'll join, as long as this isn't all talk.

Mongolia to Mongolia:

What if I need to read it and you're not there?

Kazakhstan to America:
You're telling us to surrender unconditionally to a clearly unstable madman leading the most horrible terror-regime on Earth. If we are doomed to lose, then let our last stand be something to remember, and let the sacrifice of our soldiers help protect the next nation on their kill-list.

[blackouttwo]

To Kazakhstan: ++++

Look at it this way. With your not-insignificant espionage network and your still-standing military force, you could begin laying the groundwork for a resistance movement that will be a thorn in Mongolia's side for years to come, even post-occupation. Of course, that's assuming you capitulate quickly.

The fact that I could profit one way or the other as a direct result of this is a totally different and separate matter.

Just thinking out loud, here.

[Turalisj]

TUER to Kazakhstan:

We advise you to accept the terms of surrender. We shall provide aide to your nation in what ways we can, provided you agree to lay down all arms. Should any insurgency arise, money and food aide will cease immediately.

TUER to DDM:

We will join with your new alliance in the hopes of creating a peaceful world, one where we need not worry for our children's future.

[Murska]

Kazakhstan to TUER:
The times are indeed bad, when the powerful of the world support tyranny and terror, conquest by sword and blood. We have not yet been beaten, and we will not give in as long as the will of our people is to stand against the aggressors. We spit in the face of your 'aid'. Where are the soldiers and tanks to stop the unlawful attack on our sovereign territory? What will we do with water and blankets against guns and bombs, of the marching boots of the regime that comes to steal our babies and throw our people into mass graves?

Be glad of your so-called peace, bought with the blood of others. Mark our words. You're already on the DDM's list.

[Pahvimato]

To Kazakhstan: +++++
We are NOT coming to steal your babies, we are coming ot eat them. Check your facts. Also; we are coming to give you free candy.

....

Asolutely not doing that mass grave stuff, they take too long to dig. Maybe if they did the digging. I think that's actaully a good idea... I think we will do that....

Is this thing still on?...

Oops...

We meant nothing of that. We are not going to kill you. Have a nice day.

[Turalisj]

TUER to Kazakhstan:

The DDM is only one of the many serpents that move through the fields. You are merely a mouse, to be devoured by others before moving on. Our military is weak and our economy great. We do not give freely, but ask equal trades. When aide is offered, it is not done so lightly. You shall find that we too, can be deadly serpents.

At the Egyptian capital of Cairo, the Grand Minister made an announcement, "People of Egypt! We have offered our humble aide to the proud people of Kazakhstan!"

A cheer erupted from the crowd. The Grand Minister waited for it to die down before continuing. "But they have spat in our faces at the offer of assistance and sent away our diplomats! It is because of this, that from this day forth Kazakhstan shall be denounced as a country! Let no trader enter that distorted land! Let no refugees be allowed through our borders! Let not a tear be shed for those who spit in our faces!"

More cheering rippled through the crowd, while the Grand Minister returned to his work within the capitol building.

Beginning an embargo on Kazakhstan, cutting off any trade supplies they might have had through Egypt. This including access through the Caspian Sea to the Mediterranean Sea.

[Honorbound]

To Mongolia +++++

Mongolia, your satellites will be completed in at most two weeks (two turns), but if you do send us our requested payment we should have them for you in a shorter time (1 turn). We will keep you updated.

To Kazakhstan ++++

Kazakhstan we are disgusted by the uncalled war put upon you. We offer the aid of our labs, and our scientists to your researchers if you want them. We can not provide direct military aid sadly, our army must station our home front to protect our citizens. I hope you understand this. But we will send extraction ships to get you, and your scientists to a safe place to conduct research that will aid your war effort. We will not go into any detail over messages because we doubt these are secure, so we will discuss this in person if you want to. If you do agree to talk in person we will send the extraction ships with our scientist who shall inform you on the project if you decide to take us up on our offer.

President Duo Maxwell

[Murska]

Kazakhstan to Japan:
Our scientists are civilians and not under the command of the government. However, most of them have already evacuated the nation.

[Honorbound]

((Okay I think that message was to me))

To Kazakhstan ++++

Okay, well we will have our offer stand. We will come and get remaining scientists, researcher, and citizens that wish to be evacuated. As well as any of your military scientists, personal. We will try to help in any non military way we can, so please let us know if you want us to do anything.

[Murska]

OOC: It was, but you're not supposed to read it if you don't know. :smalltongue:

Kazakhstan to Japan:
Well, there are several civilians wishing to evacuate in the capital, if you can get here before the battles do.

[Honorbound]

((Sorry, I used a logical guess on that, I will be sure to figure out for sure next time.))

To Kazakhstan ++++

We will be sending out our evacuation ships to assist you immediately.

[blackouttwo]

To TUER: +++
We'd like to approach you with an offer to hire American mercenaries for a garrison contract. America has a history of military excellence and reliability, as you may know. The war in Kazakhstan is ugly business, but the American government would like everyone to know that the international image of your typical American citizen should not be an unprincipled hired gun; Merely a warrior with a desire to make something of this life he's been given.

Rates are reasonable, if you decide to take us up on the offer. We await your response.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

To Mexico: +-
We await your final decision on the offer for the garrison contract.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

To A.R.C.: +++
We'd like to accept your offer for trade. The additional revenue brought in will help cover some of the expenses from our ongoing war in Kazakhstan.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

[nolispe]

The White Spire

'Anyone who has been watching the news will know that the world is getting increasingly violent. From the rise of the new roman empire in south europe to the DDM's recent unprovoked invasion of Kazakstan, the people of north Europe are under threat. But today the people have won a great victory: Not with weapons, but with words. Today the people of Europe have taken the first step towards a world without the violence we have seen recently. May those who would threaten Europe take note. We are ready.'

The North Sea Pact
The North Sea Pact
We, the undersigned, hereby agree to the following clauses.
Clause the First: The undersigned agree to defend the other signitories to the pact if attacked by a third power. In the event of the defender having utterly provoked the attacker, the attacker will be forced out and instructed to present the evidence that they have gathered to a general vote of the treaty signitories.
Clause the Second: The undersigned agree to share all infomation that would be benifical to the other's defense freely, in the circumstances of a defensive war.
Clause the Third: The undersigned agree to defend the others in wars that they are forced to launch by others, presuming the passing of a vote by the pact as a whole.
Signed on this day, June 22 2033, by representatives of the following:
The White Spire
Prussia
Fennoscandia

[Pahvimato]

DDM

To all nations that have decided to evacuate the Kazakhstani refugees:

"We will take care of the evacutation, and have already ordered our men to provide the civilians with food and water. We don't want ANYTHING entering Mongolia, China or Kazakhstan. All things that do so, even when given this warning, are immediately shot. So don't do it. All evacuation vehicles that already are on the way, will not be shot at if they turn around immediately."

NRE: +++++
Hello there. We in Mongolia think the two of us could greatly benefit from a military alliance, especially when considering the alliance the White Spire is gathering. Please tell us your opinion on this, and what you will give/want in return.

[Turalisj]

To the A.E:

We would have to humbly decline your generous offer of a military garrison. Our own defense forces are well trained and able and we already have several [redacted] with [redacted].

We will keep your interest on file however and, should the need arise, will gladly pay handsomely for any assistances you could provide

[blackouttwo]

To TUER: +++
Of course. The customer is always right, after all.

-International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith

[Murska]

War in Kazakhstan

The fast advance of the Mongolian and American troops falters, as a few road collapses and other trouble, credited both to enemy agents and bad luck, slow down the Mongolian troops. The difficulties are by no means unsurmountable, but they mean the careful commanders slow down the advance to prevent accidents.

The faster spearheading American troops overextend somewhat and get into a number of chaotic conflicts with the rearguards of the retreating Kazakhstani units. The Americans perform well but, threatened by envelopment, slow down and regroup. This leaves the Kazakhs enough time to retreat back to the capital and begin setting up defensive positions.

There are huge, nearly unprotected convoys of refugees escaping from the capital and the surrounding area towards Russia. The advancing troops have cut off the way to India, and Persia refuses to open it's borders.

The outlying areas of Kazakhstan are descending into anarchy, as everyone tries to loot all they can and then escape from the soldiers.

GM to American Empire:
You note a number of Mongolian squads taking pictures and filming scenes of the war, and even a couple helicopter overflights.

[blackouttwo]

To Mongolia: +++++
Due to the recent shift in enemy activity on the front, we may need to adjust our plans a bit. American units can no longer continue to spearhead the attack on our own due to needless danger in such an act. As per the Autonomy Clause in our contract, American units will pull back temporarily to regroup. We recommend you permit us to link up with your own units and push ahead in a joint task force.

We also need to question the tactical use of having your men take pictures and film scenes of the war, with helicopter overflights. What practical purpose does that serve for the war effort?

[Pahvimato]

DDM

To AE: +++++
Actually I was going to suggest that. American forces will regroup with the Mongolian army. From now on, your troops will be there to mainly boost my morale, but will, of course, engage the enemy too.

You don't see any use for the filming? Let's put it this way:

The civilians in Kazakhstan don't like their government. They like me even less, if possible. Now, I don't know what you have heard about my propaganda project, but it should go something like this:

1. Mongolian army receives orders to help some of the civilians by giving them food and water, and possibly some other stuff they need.
2. They also receive orders to take a lot of pictures of this, for propaganda purposes obviously.
3. Start showing those pictures to the world; Kazakhstan's tyrannical government doesn't care of its citizens, and flees towards the capital city and probably is already planning for its own escape. The Mongolians, on the other hand, are trying to help the civilians. They like me a bit more.

There you have a brief version of it. That's why I'm filming stuff.

To Persia: +++++
We would like to offer you a deal. We have noted how you haven't opened your Kazakhstani border, which is good, as there really is no need as the government has already lost the war, and peace will soon be restored. We have also noted that the Persian military is perhaps the strongest one in the world. But you lack in other things, such as research and economy. We offer you cooperation in all of these three fields. Are you interested?

To East-African Coalition: +++++
Greetings. We have noted the tensions between you and your western neighbour. We offer you a deal: we will start supplying rebels in West-African Union to make sure when the war breaks out you will win. Of course, we do want something in return. We know your country isn't very rich, so we don't want money. We want to have access to your spying and technological capabilities.

To Kazakhstan: +++++
Please, just surrender. We don't want to this turn into a massacre. Your people have nowhere to run. If you remember, we also had troops in the north, which means getting to Russia won't be easy. I repeat: We do NOT want to turn this into one great massacre. If you surrender now, we still promise that you will have all the rights all our citizens now have. Actually, if you surrender now, we won't even execute your soldiers. They were just doing what they thought to be right. And on top of all of these magnigicent offers you get a free gift! At least, if you surrender immediately. The thing you get for free is this: we will help to rebuild your nation, and help it recover from what those evil Americans did to it. This offer is only in effect for a limited time, so call now!

[Murska]

War Update

Advanced White Spire ground and air units have begun arriving in West Kazakhstan. The government of Kazakhstan calls this their salvation, and urges his soldiers to stand and hold until the invaders are forced to retreat.

To White Spire:
The Kazakhstani Econ is being transferred. It'll show up at EoT, depending on what exactly happens during the turn.

Persia to Mongolia:
Hm. What exactly do you suggest? We don't want to commit to long-term treaties with your nation.

East-African Coalition to Mongolia:
OOC: Their response is polite and noncommittal. They do not want foreign influence to take root in Africa.

[blackouttwo]

At a press conference, the American Emperor confirms that, despite the arrival of White Spires units within the warzone in Kazakhstan, the Empire has no plans for an attack on the White Spire itself. He has been quoted as saying: The White Spire has never been an enemy. War is business. It would be unprofitable to launch an attack on the White Spire unless we were hired to do so, if the White Spire needlessly executes American personnel if captured, or unless the White Spire struck us in our homeland.

To Mongolia: +++++
White Spire units have arrived in the warzone. That much, you already know. As per American Rules of Engagement, we will not engage White Spire units beyond the borders of Kazakhstan, as we were hired specifically to engage enemy forces within the borders of the country itself. An attack on White Spire territory is out of the question, but we may need to adapt our strategy to account for the White Spire's arrival. As per our contract, American units gain ownership of all battlefield salvage. This includes salvaged White Spire equipment.

To White Spire: +++
Despite our two countries' lack of hostilities, your deployment of military units into Kazakhstani territory is unwarranted and pointless. We highly recommend you withdraw. Failure to comply with this directive will not be met with military action on our part, but Mongolia may not be so forgiving. On that note, we strongly recommend you leave the mercenary business to us.

Failure to comply with this second directive will be met with political sanctions, and possibly military action if you do not cease and desist.

[Honorbound]

To DDM +++++

We will not turn back. We must honor our agreement with Kazakhstan, for without honor we are nothing. Honor is everything to us Mr. Marx, and I hope you see this. Though for the sake of keeping good relations between us we will only be sending the evacuation ship that has already left our harbor to get one ship full of refugees. If you open fire on this ship we will be forced to stop all trade with you. We only do this because we made an agreement before you announced this, and we honor all of our agreements. Once again I am sorry to do this to our relations which we believe are beginning to flourish, but our honor must be upheld.

President Duo Maxwell

[Turalisj]

Egypt will begin searching vessels leaving Kazakhstanian docks for any escaping refugees and deporting them to Mongolian holding camps. Any captain refusing to have his ship searched will be considered an enemy of Egypt and be taken to their nation's embassy, where they shall be deported. The contents of their ship shall be sold off to pay for the costs of such an operation.

Furthermore, military vessels not meeting Mongolian military codes will be sunk on approach to Kazakhstanian borders without questions asked. Nations are asked that if they wish to support Kazakhstan, to support the rebuilding process instead of turning this into the next World War.


- Egyptian Defense Minister Ramses

[PeacefulWar]

To American Empire +++
After long discussion I gratefully accept the garrison contract.

[IcemanJRC]

In response to Egypt and Mongolia's unreasonable actions in regard to the events in Kazakhstan, Russia will begin the construction of refugee camps and the protection of Kazakhstani refugees. Russia is now a safe haven for Kazakhstani refugees. This war is not profitable for anybody. Russian troops are being deployed to our border as we speak to aid in the evacuation of Kazakhstanis. We do not wish this conflict to continue.


-Advisory Director of International Affairs Alexander Marx

To DDM +++++

Russia is disappointed in what has happened with Kazakhstan. We cannot facilitate your unprovoked attack any longer. We will be withdrawing our services from Mongolia until the end of the conflict. This is not a happy occasion but we will reinstate friendly communication after your troops withdraw from Kazakhstan, if they withdraw.


To the White Spire

Russia can not stand by any longer, the unprovoked attacks on Kazakhstan were dreadful, Russia is providing its services to the Spire's defense of the Kazakhstani people.

Advisory Director Marx


To Kazakhstan

Russia is here to help. We have begun the construction of refugee camps and the deployment of military units to the defense of Kazakhstan. We will not actively engage in combat in the red zone, but we will protect all the Kazakhstani citizens that make it over the border.

Chief Director Marx

[Honorbound]

To Mexico ++-

Mexico, Japan was wondering if you would fund some Japanese research. We are currently working on some war technology you may be interested in, as well as other tech. We are only asking for a moderate amount of funding (+ Econ), and we will send results to you as soon as the project finishes. If you are interested please reply.

President Duo Maxwell

[PeacefulWar]

To Japan ++-
Dear, President Duo Maxwell

We could develop a contract stating that any Japanese research funded by Mexican econ (+) would, when completed, be shared with Mexican scientists. To me this sounds reasonable. Why else would we fund a foreign project in foreign lands for foreign purposes? If you would like to write up a draft of such proposal and send it to me I'd be more than happy to give it a though look over with my collaborating staff.
Eduardo Ramos, President of Mexico

[Nohbdy]

Japan ++-

Mr. Maxwell

Canada is willing to send a representative to Japan for negotiations. Unfortunately I myself am not available to attend due to other matters; so most likely someone else will arrive in my stead.

President Arnold McDonavin

[Honorbound]

To The American Empire ++-
The conference will begin soon, please send out your representative.

To The CUP
The conference will begin soon, please send out your representative.

To Mexico ++-
To contract is as follows
Mexican funded research from Japan will adhere to these following conditions.
One, Japan will send an overall progress update of the research to Mexico weekly. (Every turn)
Two, all research will be referred to as the code name Japan assigns them to lower the risk of the project being revealed.
Three, Mexico can send scientists to supervise the research they have invested in, but they may not send project files to Mexico until completion to reduce the risk of leaks.
Four, Mexico will be given some say in what Japan researches, but they may not override preexisting, or direly needed Japanese research. They voice will still carry much weight though.
The amount of projects funded (Per Econ +) will be two-three projects of small to large size. Or one very large project.

[nolispe]

The White Spire

Speech by the head of the White Spire's governence commitee, to a packed stadium at the Spire, containing the entire population of the above
'The White Spire has been asked recently why it came to the defense of the Kazakstani people. I am here today to answer that question. We defend them - and will defend other nations who are attacked unprovokedly - because we have always stood by a people's right to freedom. We don't stand by the right of the government to govern, but rather the rights fo the people to choose that government. We stand by the people of Kazakstan to send a message. That no nation may force its abusive rule on others. That no one needs to stay awake at night because of the tanks firing on their town. That no one has to have their legs broken by the secret police because a tyrant was ignoring the will of the people. And, by god almighty, THAT NO ONE WILL DIE BECAUSE AN INSANE DICTATOR DECIDED HE HATED SNAILS THAT DAY! I swear before you now, that the White Spire will do everything in its power to end the rule of countries by men that belong in an asylum. We will fight the Mongolian scum until either they withdraw, or until every last one of them lies dead on the fields of Kazakstan. And we have allies. There are nations out there that will fight beside us, under the banner of freedom, when the time comes. And we also have allies among the people of the world. People who will not let Earth be overwhelmed by the forces of arbitary government and evil, who will not let their planet loose everything their ancestors fought so hard for. May all those who are willing to fight to preserve what is right gather behind our banner today. And with you at our side, with the Kazakstanis at our side, and with righteousness at our side, WE WILL OVERCOME!'
Cheering below rose to fever pitch and the the crowd began to chant the last line.

Thw White Spire requests that teh various major religions officaly sanction just war against the Mongolian agressors. The Mongolians are after all godless heathens attacking a blameless nation.


White Spire envoys are doing the circut of the world repeating similar speeches, with men in the crowds guaranteeing the same reaction.
The White Spire is founding a volunteer program for forigeners, who are asked to serve in the Forigen Legion for a six month period. Targeted at Kazakstani refugees, espessialy, but spread all round the world. Hey, if it worked in Spain... The White Spire also opens up a fund, soliciting donations, for the conflict, and a seperate one to help the refugees. Once again, look to the spanish conflict for examples of just how effective that can be.

[Murska]

War Update:

As the White Spire forces begin reinforcing crucial Kazakhstani strongpoints, the nature of the war changes.

The Kazakh forces are positioned to hold their capital, while the White Spire troops are spreading the front, actively assaulting enemy columns and positions.

However, this also means they get exposed to more fire in return. Meanwhile, the DDM and American troops attack the Kazakh lines with massive artillery and aerial bombardments, causing a number of routs and even surrendering troops. The Kazakhs are shellshocked and unreliable, and fail to hold their defensive line, which in turn forces the supporting White Spire forces to concentrate on helping them.

The battles have now spread to more outlying areas of Kazakhstan. Near the northern border with Russia, there are a lot of fast-moving skirmishes by mobilized troops of both sides.

The Egyptian blockade seizes a fair number of small naval craft trying to escape the chaos.

A more organized effort to evacuate civilians is made in southern Kazakhstan, the refugees being escorted into India by trucks and a number of unmarked army vehicles.

[distant quasar]

NRE (esp ++)

Emperor Capito stood behind the podium, looking at the cheering crowd below. It had been a good year for the New Roman Empire, with much economic growth and prosperity. The citizens of the Empire were finally becoming happy with their life, and it would not be long before the world saw they had nothing to fear from the NRE.
As Capito began to speak, the crowd gradually silenced.
"This year is a year of great achievement for our New Empire. Under the watchful eye of your government, the economy of this great nation is improving beyond what it could have ever been before we were united under this banner! Just as in the Old Empire, we rule justly and for the greater benefit of our people, and our citizens and country prospers!

Yet still the nations of the world fear us and despise us! Fear perhaps, of our military might? Well we know that our military is for the purpose of defending our country! Perhaps they think we are evil. Surely I say that we will show them what Rome really is! Our aid will go out to the just a peaceful in this world, and we will defend the innocent! Then they will know us as we know ourselves!"
As he finishes his speech, the crowds below erupt into cheering.

DDM (+++++):
We would indeed be interested in a military alliance for the mutual benefit of our people. We would appreciate any aid you could give with our intelligence organizations, as ours are a bit lacking. Even if all you could help us with is encrypting and unecrypting messages.

((OOC: Using your esp. for purposes of the level of our messages sent/messages we can read. We would send messages to you to relay with greater encryption, and you could send copies of messages you intercept to us))

Members of North Sea Pact (+++)
You have nothing to fear from us.

(OOC: apologies for the long time it took me to get around to introducing myself IC. My only excuse if I forogt, which is indeed lame, I know)

[Honorbound]

To Mexico ++-
The governments of The Japanese Republic and the nation of Mexico hereby agree to the following terms.

Article One: The government of Japan will promise to immediately send Mexican funded technologically advances to the government of Mexico. Failure to withhold to said circumstances will result in the immediate termination of said contract.

Article Two: The government of Mexico will immediately transfer (+) econ to The Japanese Republic following the signing of this document to initiate the trade.

Article Three: For every major project that Mexico wishes to fund, an additional (+) or (-) econ will be sent to the government of Japan, to help further research.

Article Four: Both the government of Japan and the government of Mexico hold the right to cancel this document at any time, and no more trade will be accosted. The exception to this rule is as followed, if Japan cancels said contract they still must send Mexico the research that they had funded. Failure to do so will be considered an act of war by the government of Mexico.

Signed, March 17, 2033, by and Japanese President Duo Maxwell, and (Awaiting Mexico's president's signature).

[PeacefulWar]

The air in Japan is cool and crisp as President Ramos exits his private jet. Please tell Mr. Duo Maxwell that his guest are here to see him. As the President walks confidently into the building looming ahead he wears a grin on his face.

The Treaty of Osaka
The governments of The Japanese Republic and the nation of Mexico hereby agree to the following terms.

Article One: The government of Japan will promise to immediately send Mexican funded technologically advances to the government of Mexico. Failure to withhold to said circumstances will result in the immediate termination of said contract. And will be thought of as an act of war if funded money is not returned.

Article Two: The government of Mexico will immediately transfer (+) econ to The Japanese Republic following the signing of this document to initiate the trade.

Article Three: For every other major project that Mexico wishes to fund, ones that are not currently being invested in, an additional (+) or (-) econ, depending on the magnitude of the project(s), will be sent to the government of Japan, to help further research.

Article Four: Both the government of Japan and the government of Mexico hold the right to cancel this document at any time, and no more trade will be accosted. The exception to this rule is as followed, if Japan cancels said contract they still must send Mexico the research that they had funded. Failure to do so will be considered an act of war by the government of Mexico.

Signed, March 17, 2033, by Mexican President Eduardo Ramos and Japanese President Duo Maxwell.

How'd It go sir? Asks one of the flight attendants as he reenters the plane after several hours. Well it is a matter of national security... He began, then with a sheepish grin on his face he continues It went flawless Dan, absolutely flawless. He replied eagerly. Now if only we could keep it from getting leaked for at least 24 hours... They both chuckled as the plane made its smooth journey home.

[Pahvimato]

World Conference of Ulan Bator
Before I announce who the committee members are, I would like to apologize, because it took so long to choose them. But now, we have reached agreement. The members are:

India
Brazil
The Unified Egyptian Republic
New Roman Empire
The Democratic Dictatorship of Mongolia

If someone disagrees, please state so, and we might listen to your whining. After the committee has, after huge amounts of research, decided which nation should be helped first we are going to announce it and you can send aid to those who need it. Of course, if you want to, you can send observers to confirm we are doing what we claim to.

[PeacefulWar]

To DDM
Unless I am a fool, which I am not, I know I sent a representative to that conference sir.

[Pahvimato]

DDM

To Mexico: +++++
You did take part in the conference. I think you just missed the speech of our emperor. You will receive a copy of it if necessary (page 3, post 67, last paragraph of the first spoiler).

[Murska]

Start of Turn 3

The Conflict Escalates

There are major developments in the war between Mongolia and Kazakhstan. First, the American mercenaries unilaterally declare their contract void and retreat from the front. But just as their enemies finish breathing their sigh of relief, Persia Reborn announces they are entering the war on Mongolia's behalf, thousands of troops pouring into southern Kazakhstan.

This combined with a large assault by DDM forces and the retreat of many of the White Spire's supporting troops crumbles the morale of the Kazakhstani army, and they finally surrender as Mongolian troops take the capital city of Astana. A few government officials escape, trying to gather their followers to create a resistance movement, but most are captured. Kazakhstan is now officially occupied by joint Persian and Mongolian forces. White Spire troops in Kazakhstan retreat quickly to avoid being overrun.

However, it isn't that simple for the DDM. Japan suddenly declares war on them, assaulting port cities with a large naval and air deployment. As the landing forces enter China, they begin broadcasting propaganda aimed at getting the populace to support their move.

They do gain some help from the locals, but most just shut their doors and windows and try to stay out of the way.

Japanese airstrikes target the DDM government offices and buildings as they move further inland. However, soon after the shock of the initial invasion, the DDM troops begin mounting increased resistance with minefields, hastily-built fortifications and a delaying retreat strategy aimed at bleeding the Japanese dry. There is a huge draft in the DDM, and the barely-trained recruits are thrown at the enemy to slow them down. It is hard to fight in an enemy territory, as proven by DDM black ops teams preventing the Japanese from rebasing their naval or aerial assets into conquered territory, and snipers targeting enemy NCOs and lower-ranked officers.

While Japan has air superiority, their fighters are prevented from getting too far inland by mobile anti-air teams. Their navy provides them with superior firepower near the coast, however, as the DDM naval forces gather in Southern China.

White Spire forces arrive to support the Japanese invasion from the north, through Russia who is still officially neutral in the conflict. They quickly find themselves facing the same problems as Japan's invasion further south.

A lot of Kazakhstani refugees have escaped to various countries despite the efforts of the DDM and Persian forces to contain them.

Losses:
DDM: + Mil
Kazakhstan: ++ Mil
Persia: 0
White Spire: + Mil
Japan: - Mil

Global economy

The market is disturbed by the war. Oddly enough, one of the worst sufferers is Canada. Multiple countries are purchasing additional weapons, while the countries near the war in Asia have been having trouble, as there is a fear the conflict will continue spreading. Indeed, the Siamese army has been put on stand-by.

Dramatic increases in spending by the Mexican government have resulted in problems with the country's economy. In turn, the problems with both of their neighbours has adversely affected the Americans. North America might be facing a depression if a solution is not found.

Other events

In Peru, the government forces have managed major victories on the rebels. The largest hotspots left are located in southern Peru, where the government is now concentrating their troops.

The Mexican government appears to have hired American mercenaries for a garrison contract.

Tensions are on the rise in northern Africa between WAU and EAC. There have been reports of shots fired over the border.

Namibia and Angola have finished their negotiations - the agreement details economic and military cooperation between the two nations combined with a number of joint projects to increase the wealth of the area. There are unconfirmed rumours of Madagaskar and South Africa intending to discuss joining their free trade zone.

Total Stat Changes:

American Empire:
+ Espionage
- Economy

DDM:
-/+- Military
+/0 Morale
Lost - Economy

Japan:
+ Technology
Lost - Military

Canada:
+ Military
- Technology
Lost +- Economy

Mexico:
+ Military
Lost +- Economy
Lost - Morale

The White Spire:
- World Opinion
+- Morale changes to 0/++
Lost + Military

Angola:
+ Morale
+ Economy
- Technology

Namibia:
- Economy
- Technology

India:
- Economy
- Military

Peru:
+ Morale
- Economy

Argentina:
- Espionage

West-African Union:
+ Military
Lost - Economy

East-African Coalition:
- Military
- Technology

Australia:
- Economy

Kazakhstan:
Destroyed

[distant quasar]

NRE

Emperor Capito to nations in war with DDM (public letter; no espionage)

I am sending you this letter as a fair warning to all of you; because I am an honorable person, and the interest of the NRE is in the betterment of the world. The group of you joined in war against the DDM in order to help the nation of Kazakhastan. Your efforts, it seems, were in vain. Kazakhastan has fallen to the DDM and ceased to exist.
Yet instead of declaring the conflict over and using your nation's power to help reconstruction in Kazakhastan and save many lives, you invade the DDM on their own soil. No reason has been given for this aggression. Japan gave no reason for joining this war; in fact they only declared war on the DDM after Kazakhastan had fallen.
If you do not end this unjust and pointless conflict, we will find a way to end it for you. We give you an ultimatum.

Either your forces surrender to the DDM and retreat off their land, or we will declare war on you.

Emperor Capito

[Murska]

War Update

Elements of the DDM army have begun filtering back from Kazakhstan to enter combat with the invading Japanese and White Spire forces. The Japanese have been forced to halt their advance and dig in, as the fresh recruits throwing themselves at the advance bought enough time for the DDM engineers to construct fortified positions and minefields and the veteran army units arrived to reinforce them.

The next change in the situation came as a huge force of American mercenaries, after receiving minor harassment from the Chinese navy en route, deployed to Siam who promptly declared war on the DDM and advanced on southern China. The threat of the war turning into a static trench bloodbath averted, the Siamese and American forces made quick progress and were only barely stopped from linking up with the Japanese-held coastal regions. The DDM navy was caught in the fighting and lost multiple vessels, gathering in the few ports between the Siamese forces and the Japanese-occupied territory that are still under their control. Their additional firepower is the only reason these ports can be held. However, the area has extremely heavy anti-air coverage and numerous enemy sabotage attempts have been stopped by the omnipresence of DDM special forces and intelligence/recon teams.

However, after this development the NRE and Persia both declared war on Siam, Japan and White Spire and deployed their troops into China. NRE forces came in through Russia into the rear of the White Spire units in the north, catching their logistics by surprise. White Spire had to relinquish control of the northern border of China and retreat to link up with the Japanese lines on the coast. The Japanese naval superiority in the area managed to blunt the push. The Chinese countryside is now one huge battlefield, with massive military deployments that haven't been seen since the World Wars. Nearby neutral nations are stepping up their guard, fearing the further escalation of the conflict.

Currently the exterior regions of China are under the control of the coalition of White Spire, Japan, Siam and American Empire but further advance inland is made impossible by the troops of Persia Reborn, DDM and NRE. The main warfare is now being fought in the air, where the NRE and DDM airforces are taking a toll on the overextended Japanese planes and on the ground where black ops teams of both sides are trying to bleed each other's supply lines and help cause a breach in the lines of hastily-built fortification on both sides.

On the sea, there have been less engagements so far. Both navies are content with supporting the ground operations and keeping the enemy ships off their supply lines.

To American Empire, Japan and White Spire only:
While you control the coast, according to your estimates your troops are somewhat outnumbered. The main strength of the NRE ground forces is in northern China while their navy and aerial assets are gathered in the South China Sea and on DDM airfields against the Japanese respectively. DDM is focusing their main ground assets into defending against the Siamese/American push but have significant fortifications in place against the Japanese.

Your drive to utilize the civilians of the area has received only limited success. Most of them are attempting to avoid the fighting at all costs, the ones willing to work for you house a number of DDM agents and regardless, they're completely untrained, gaining horrible casualty rates in the bloody combat environment of inland China. The mobility of your troops is very limited, since ambushes, IED-, mine- and boobytraps are common and you have lost your air superiority since the NRE entered the war.

On a more positive note, it seems as though the DDM army is low on bodies to throw at you - after their huge human-wave rushes to block the initial advances they have been content to sit behind their fortifications, shell you with artillery and airstrikes and hinder your every advance by any means at their disposal.

Oh, and some of your recon elements report seeing DDM light armour and infantry units in new sort of protective gear which appears to be very resistant against common small arms and fragmentation/high-explosive weapons. The most exaggerated reports note that taking out some of the DDM infantry appears to require the same kind of armour-piercing ordnance usually reserved for heavy tanks. Truthfully the matter isn't quite that bad, but they are very well shielded against artillery- or airstrikes and almost impervious to longer-range small arms fire.

To DDM, NRE only:
Your intel on the enemy positions is quite detailed. The American Empire deployment was so large, it must have taken most of their forces. (around +++ Mil) Combined with most of the Siamese army (+++ Mil) the southern concentration of enemy troops is the more dangerous one.

The Japanese hold the coast and have dug in with fortified positions similar to your own. They are, so far, having no trouble supplying their forces with naval transports. The advanced White Spire troops are few in number but extremely well-armed and trained. They are being used to strengthen the weak points in the Japanese line.

You slightly outnumber the enemy, but attacking them head-on would be extremely bloody on both sides.

The enemy is using propaganda efforts to rally the local civilians to their cause. This tactic has received some limited success, with the majority of the civilians opting to simply stay out of the way. The ones that do join the enemy are poorly trained and organized, and not much of a threat.

The enemy is using a lot of resources to track down and destroy your anti-air assets. However, with the NRE aerial deployment, the skies are no longer clear for either side. Both airforces are taking heavy losses, but the NRE can take advantage of the home ground and DDM anti-air emplacements and mobile teams. Therefore, more of their pilots survive being shot down.

[distant quasar]

NRE

World
As the carnage in the DDM continues, it seems less and less like our enemies in this war are fighting for any reason other than to fight. Other than defending the nonexistent Kazakhastan, no reason has been given for their violence. We ask you, citizens of th world, to consider that it is not the NRE and DDM who are the war-mongers you believe them to be, but rather the forces of the White Spire, American Empire, and Japan, who continue fight an unjust war only to avoid the humliation of defeat.

GM ONLY
Since I recieved Power Armor from the DDM, do I need to wait for next turn to recieve benefits from it, or do I need to spend do something else to gain the benefit of it?

[Murska]

NRE only:
End of turn. Logistical reasons - you simply cannot equip a significant percentage of your forces with the new equipment that quickly.

[blackouttwo]

The American Emperor cleared his throat, as he began his speech. It was the first in some time that was given to the American public, and the world at large.


Spoilered for length.
People of America, people of the world, and people of those nations with whom we are at war, I come to you today, not as the Emperor of America, but as a man. A mortal man, who comes to you in the wake of recent events to issue a call to reason. Let no human deny the perils of our time. While the war in Asia is ongoing, and will inevitably grind to a halt, for better or for worse, the resistance of the nations that are aligned with the nigh-demonic dictator of Mongolia is admirable.

While they are indeed our foes in battle, they are warriors, and for this, I admire their courage, and their strength in the face of adversity. But their people, the citizens of Mongolia, the downtrodden, they have shown their distaste. They have shown their fear of those whom should be protecting them from the predatory strength of those who would harm them. Their watchmen, their protectors, are those who have sought to do them harm. This is unacceptable. The army is meant to defend the citizen from those who would do the people harm. This is an irrefutable fact, and a law of man that America has always sworn to uphold, since our founding as a sovereign nation.

And for those who seek to see things from a purely pragmatic perspective, consider this: Mongolia's military power, and spy network, have made it what may be considered the dominant superpower on the planet. Kazakhstan was merely the first in a long line of inevitable conquests. For our role in this, America has faltered, and we seek to undo the damage we have done to the people of this nation, and of this Earth. We are warriors on a dangerous mission of mercy, as our founders and the first generation of American warriors intended. Mongolia cannot be permitted to continue their expansionist actions. For the sake of the security and safety of future generations the world over, I beseech you, join our war. The NRE and Persia are misguided, and we have no conflict with them. I have already sent a message to the NRE explaining my reasoning, and hope that they will accept.

Let my call to reason be heard by nations the world over. Speak now through actions against the dictator of Mongolia, or forever be silenced by his hand. It may not happen today, it may not happen tomorrow. But if we fail in Asia, all of Earth will fall. His ambitions know no bounds. His people suffer under his care. This is not a ruler. This is a madman, and he is dangerous. Do not let his obfuscating foolishness distract you from the malevolent intellect within. Stand and fight. Do not say 'that is not our problem.' Because it is, and when the problem comes for you, you will have regretted the day you did not stand and face the problem others did.

As we in America are fond of saying, 'It is a good day to die, when you know the reasons why.'

I am a man. And I bid you good evening.

The broadcast feed cuts, and Emperor stands aside, both marvelling at and dreading the potential outcomes of his little speech. He sighs, and for the first time, the Emperor looks like he truly regrets doing his duty.

All in.

[Honorbound]

The president of Japan stepped up to the pedestal, and cleared his throat for the second world broadcast coming from Japan in the last half a century.

Spoiled for length
My fellow Japanese citizens, fellow humans, I am here today not as a leader, not as a Japanese citizen, but as a human who hopes for a better tomorrow. A man hoping to awaken the good morals of the planet in which we all shared. The Asian war is a violent, bloody one with large casualties on both sides, but it will stop eventually, and when it does the world itself shall change. And with this change I pray it will be for the better.

A soldier, a citizen, a human being should always fight for what they believe in. Sadly for the soldiers, the draftees, and the citizens of Mongolia, this is not the case. They do not fight for what they believe in. They fight us because they have to. They have to shed the blood of the innocent, they had to shed the blood of Kazakhstan's people, and soldiers to live. We are not at all mad at the people of Mongolia, but instead we are infuriated with their leaders. Leaders whom they did not elect. Leaders whom hold no morals. Leaders whom have kept their people in constant fear for their lives. These are immoral leaders! This is why we are waging war against Mongolia.

We fight not for personal gain. Instead we are fighting for a better tomorrow. We are fighting to save humanity from the plague known as the leaders of Mongolia. We will not allow their blight to spread any longer. We tolerated them for countless years. Years in which they oppressed, and shed the blood of their own people. We hoped that the people would rise up, and take down the evil that is their leaders, but they have not. They have been raised in fear.

Now, we are trying to make amends for the years we have let the mad ruler of Mongolia stand unopposed. We hope that other nations will join our cause to stop the insane Mongolian leader's reign.

NRE, Persia, Nations of the world, please listen to reason, and wake up. Join our side, if not for the people of Mongolia's sake, then for the sake of a better tomorrow. Hear my reasons. This ruler of Mongolia is no ruler. He is a madman, who has no regards for his people. He would rather see them used as cannon fodder, than a working citizen, or free. Please. Stand-up and protect humanity! Kazakhstan was only the first of many nations to fall to his evil. He will come to your nation eventually, holding a bloody flag behind his troops. This is why we must stop him here, for humanity's sake!

We must seek refuge on higher ground, lest we be swept away by the flood of Mongolia's evil. Only through a united effort can we reach that higher ground. In unity lies strength. Out of the many, we shall forge an indivisible whole, bowing to no man that commits actions for the sake of his mad ego.

We of Japan bid you all farewell.

President Duo Maxwell went inside to his office, and collapsed in his chair. He was now staring at a chess board, on which the pieces were placed in what seemed in utter chaos. He stared at the board thinking of his next move.

[distant quasar]

NRE


We're going to give you one chance to pull out of Mongolia. America's getting involved for future security interests. Mongolia's simply too powerful to leave alone. Between this, and the prospect of significant payment from the White Spire, we're interested in simply getting Mongolia out of the picture altogether.

You can't be interested in helping Mongolia. You need to think long-term, here - It's not about Kazakhstan. It's about making sure everyone is able to function without Mongolia working behind the scenes to dominate the world. Kazakhstan was only the beginning. You're just as much of a target as they were, especially when this is over.

Switch sides, and we'll be able to end this war as quickly as it began.

I'll speak with the other empires involved in the coalition about granting you land in Mongolia as a reward.

Emperor Capito
As always in he history of man, the true purpose of our wars is the procurement of power for oneself, and prevention of one's enemies from having that power. This message, and indeed the speeches given to us by the American Empire and Japan, show us their true reasons for entering this war- if a little late, considering they were not given until after their troops were on enemy soil.
These nations speak of Mongolia with fear of their power and abilities. Apparently they have been manipulating the woirld with their significant espionage forces, which is of course why the countries of the world have no issues with secret Mongolian spies manipulating the workings of their government. The truth is that these nations fear Mongolia because of the possibility that they could do these things, and wage war, throwing away the lives of citizens of both countries, to calm their fears of losing their power.
"Mongolia is simply too powerful to leave alone. Because of this, and the prospect of significant payment from the White Spire, we're interested in simply getting Mongolia out of the picture altogether." These words show you the true reasons behins this war. Not for justice or for the sake of saving lives, but out of fear of a future war that would likely never take place, and for the sake of payment from the White Spire, they continue. And in order to give us incentive to join them, they tell us they will give us money, land, and power. They attempt to instill within us their fear of power held by someone other than them.
When will these countries stop? Not until they are the most powerful countries in the world. They seek power for themselves, as they deem themselves worthy and just, and their enemies evil and corrupt. Surely any of us would, but that does not make them right.
Surely, if we were to join these nations in the fight against Mongolia, the war would indeed be over soon and many lives would be saved. But to do this we would be surrendering to the American Empire, Japan, and the White Spire power over the world. This is something we cannot do. Perhaps we are misguided, to not wish one group of nations to have control over the globe. We would not seek such power even for ourselves.
You are all likely wondering why I did not head my speach by pronouncing myself to be coming to you as merely a mortal man, and not a leader. I am a leader. I am the Emperor of the New Roman Empire, and my duty is to my people. I am still a mortal man as well. But those other leaders, when they make their speech and renounce there leadership, renounce responsibility for their nations. If they make their speech as only mortal men, and not as men placed in leadership positions, let their speeches be recieved as such. They spoke for themselves in those speeches, themselves only, and not their nations who placed their trust in their leadership. But here today, I speak for the Roman Empire.
I implore the nations waging war against Mongolia to withdraw. You must accept that power was not meant soley for you. If at some future date, Mongolia turns upon the world, the world will turn upon it, and the NRE will march with the world. But for now you cannot attack them out of fear of possible future wars and anticipation of increased power.
If you were to seek to stop every potential war, you would need a one world government. I believe, in most religions, there are prophecies about such a government.

[Murska]

Indian Broadcast

Concerning the message brought to light by the NRE, and information we have received, we believe that it is the intention of the coalition forces to split the territory of China and Mongolia amongst themselves.

India will not abide by this. We will interfere in this war if the attack is solely to gain power.

If you truly wish to save Kazakhstan, then liberate Kazakhstan. If you wish to liberate China, give the territory you conquer to the Chinese, and not Siam or Japan.

[Pahvimato]

Emperor Capito already explained most of the important things to you. Now, I would like you, the people of the world, to think about these:

A while ago, before this war... The Kazakhstani government was mistreating its citizens. We simply replaced that government, with a far superior one. The whole matter would be dealt with already, if it wasn't for The White Spire interfering. The White Spire claims they are trying to help the Kazakhstani. Now, which is better for the Kazakhstani people:

The war rages on. Not in Kazakhstan, but in eastern China. How are they helping the poor people of Kazakhstan there? If they really wanted to help, they would be supplying food and water to the Kazakhstani. Instead, they are shooting at them. How does that help the situation? We, on the other hand, were already helping them during the war between us and Kazakhstan. We have proof of this, if some of you don't believe me for some reason. The war that the White Spire started is not about Kazakhstan. It's about power. Just as Emperor Capito of the New Roman Empire explained.

And, if they are truly just want to help Kazakhstan by liberating it, why did they offer Persia that whole area in return for a NAP? Besides, the Kazakhstani are going to live much better lives under the guidance of the Mongolian government than under the tyrannical rule of the so-called government of Kazakhstan. Why would they need liberation, if they are doing just fine already?

Now... if they didn't even want to help the Kazakhstani people... What could they want from the Mongolians? I doubt they will start helping them. They are also saying that people should get rid of the 'that is not our problem.' attitude. Now, if they care about the citizens of Mongolia so much, why are they using them to do their bidding? They are taking men from their homes, away from their families, by claiming that their leaders, the leaders that have been so good to them, are, in reality, madmen. At least I and the other leaders of Mongolia, at least we are not throwing some random person in to the battles. No, all of our soldiers are volunteers. They all have volunteered to fight for their own homes. Just as our enemies said, they really have no other choice. This is not because the Mongolian government is composed of madmen who would shoot them if they did not, this is because their homes are being burnt, their families killed, their places of worship being destroyed. No, we really do not have any other options than to fight back.

Our enemies also are trying to state that our beloved government would prefer to see our hard-working citizens as cannon fodder than a working citizen. This is not true. Even if our leaders were insane, we all know they still aren't stupid. Even our enemies acknowledge this fact. And how could an intelligent person think that we are ever going to continue our peaceful lives if we are using our own people as cannon fodder, and not building a better future for both ourselves and the whole world?

We, the Axis, are not the bad guys in this war. No, we truly are not. We are only trying to defend ourselves from the vile aggressors, Japan and the White Spire. Now, nations and people of the world, choose your side well.

[distant quasar]

NRE

To all nations except those engaging in war against me (+++++):As you surely know, there is much needless conflict going on in the DDM. The honorless forces of Japan, the White Spire, and the American Empire wage war for no reason other than greed and lust for power. Some of them claim to be in it to help the nonexistent Kazakhastan. As India pointed out, they could accomplish this far better by aiding in reconstruction efforts in Kazakhastan than by destroying the DDM's land and waging a bloody war against our soldiers, attempting only to prevent these unjust and greedy nations from burning the DDM's country and killing their citizens.

We implore you, nations of the world, to not sit by idly in this conflict, but to aid us stopping these nations. Help us prevent the senseless carnage caused only by their lust for power!

[Murska]

Start of Turn 4

World War IV

Europe

Anglo-Francia and Prussia entered secret top-level negotiations recently. Soon after, their armed forces begun concentrating. After a number of diplomatic threats, Fennoscandia was divided into two protectorates - Finland to Prussia and Sweden to Anglo-Francia. They're still officially independent and governed by their old royal family, but in practice they've ceased to exist as a political entity.

The mobilization of the armies of the two nations didn't stop there, however.

South-America

The government of Peru has managed to pacify it's people and unite them once more. Claiming evidence of the rebels having Panaman funding, they have declared war on the Merchant Republic of Panama. The army is currently marching over the border, facing sporadic resistance.

Brazil condemns the attack. Argentina has refused to comment. Both are mobilizing their own militaries, and there are reports of messages flying back and forth between them.

Africa

The West-African Union declared war on the East-African Coalition, as predicted by many political analysts. The initial thrusts met with a surprising amount of success considering the prepared state of the EAC army, but currently the advance has slowed down.

Angola and Namibia have united into the nation of Aurora, dropping the amount of nations with worthwhile names in Africa to only two.

Madagaskar and South Africa have announced a military alliance. They've also joined the SATZ free trade zone with Aurora.

The Pacific

Australia and Oceania have formed a military alliance.

The first real naval battles of the war have been fought between the Axis and the Allies. Mongolian and NRE fleets moved away from the coastline to hit American and Japanese supply shipping. They didn't meet much resistance at first, but heading east, soon got into a number of skirmishes with the Mexican navy. Mexico declared war on the Axis. Both navies suffered some losses but they didn't meet for a real slugfest, instead opting to continue past each other.

North America

The American Empire has been invaded on both coasts. A large Egyptian fleet unloaded power-armour-clad troops and amphibious vehicles into the barely-defended ports in Boston, Miami and New York while NRE troops landed in Washington and are currently advancing towards the White House. Meanwhile NRE and DDM made landings in California and taken over the naval base in San Diego.

The Americans are defending well, but most of their strength is fighting the war in Asia. The Imperial Guard is forming the core of the resistance, with the heavy losses in the opening hours of the attack harming their capabilities somewhat, but they are heavily supported by bands of civilian militia groups, gun nuts and such who've joined the fight. However, they're outclassed and outnumbered, and being forced to fall back on all fronts.

Asia

The main theater of war began as surprisingly quiet. The Japanese/White Spire-occupied area was bordered by a line of trenches and fortifications with both sides resorting to artillery and aircraft to inflict casualties. Meanwhile the Siamese/American front had stabilized somewhat, with only minor movements and new trenchlines beginning to form there as well.

The Mexicans entering the war changed the situation, however. They landed into the Japanese zone and, with huge losses, managed to breach the DDM forts, linking the Southern and Eastern fronts together. They made a push to the inland but were soon stopped by large-scale NRE bombardment. Now they occupy a dangerous salient in the line, surrounded by shifting Axis formations. The casualties are mounting again.

The air warfare was quite even until the Japanese started utilizing their new ultra-fast aircraft in combat. They were superior in dogfighting capability to the NRE and DDM planes, forcing those to retreat behind their ground AA positions. Said positions were assaulted by enemy missile-, artillery- and black ops-strikes, weakening the Axis line substantially.

India has been calling an end to the war, to no effect. They've mobilized their army and fortified their borders.

Total Losses:
Japan: +
White Spire: +
TUER: -
DDM: +-
AE: +/+-
Mexico: -
NRE: +
Persia: -
Siam: -
Fennoscandia: ++
Peru: +
Panama: +
EAC: +
WAU: -

Economical Crisis

North America is facing a bad depression caused by a combination of factors. A number of isolationist nations have opened their markets, and the war has weakened the ability of North American nations to compete. The depression spread from Canada and Mexico to their close trade partner American Empire, and threatens to spread to the rest of the world as global trade is crashing down.

Total Stat Changes:

TUER:
- Military

NRE:
- Espionage
Lost -/0 Military

AE:
+ Espionage
- Technology
Lost ++- Economy
Lost - Morale
Lost - Military

DDM:
- Economy
Lost + Military

Japan:
+ Espionage
Lost - Military

ARC:
0/- Military
- Morale

Mexico:
- Espionage
- Military
Lost - Economy

Canada:
Lost - Economy

The White Spire:
Lost + Military

Fennoscandia:
Protectorate'd

Anglo-Francia:
+ Economy
- Technology

Prussia:
+ Economy
- Technology
- Espionage

West-African Union:
0/- Military

East-African Coalition:
Lost + Military
Lost - Morale

India:
- Military

South Africa:
- Economy

Madagaskar:
- Economy

Namibia and Angola:
Merged

Aurora's stats:
Morale: +++
Military: ++++
Economy: ++++
Espionage: +++
Technology: +++
World Opinion: +++

Peru:
- Morale
Lost - Military

Panama:
Lost + Military
Lost - Morale

Persia:
Lost - Military

Siam:
Lost - Military

[distant quasar]

NRE

India esp, but all nations
We beg you to enter this war to help our just side. Surely you will have seen by now that our enemies have no intention of stopping. Their lust for power is absolute. If you help us now, you can stop this senseless slaughter before it escalates to a point of carnage beyond those in previous World Wars. For the sake of humanity, please act!

[Turalisj]

From Egypt To Canada


We offer youbthis chance to ally yourself with us. Your people will starve, your lands go bare. The Allied nations are going bankrupt over this war. America is falling, they cannot afford to continue. Join with us my friend, and we can support you in your time of need. If you wish to show that you wish for our aide, strike the northern AE border. Do that, and we shall send you aide.

To AE
Our message is simple. Pull all forces out of Asia and surrender the Atlantic coast to the TUER and NRE. Fail to do this and we will continue to move through your nation with impunity.

[blackouttwo]

To Egypt
Nah.

America announces that, due to the crisis situation on the 'American Front' in the ongoing Fourth World War, it is withdrawing the division of troops stationed in Mexico for garrison duty, known as the 'Black Knights', for the purposes of repelling the assault by DDM and NRE forces on the West Coast. Mexico has been notified that once the crisis situation has passed, the garrison contract will resume at no additional cost.

Canada has been petitioned for military aid along the East and West Coasts, as per their ongoing allied status with America.

[Turalisj]

Egypt to Canada

You have your choices. Accept our aide, strike at the Americans while they are weak and we can bring your nation back from the brink of starvation and devestation. Or, aide the Americans in repelling our troops, and see your nation waste away. I await your answer my friend.

Egypt to Saudi Arabia, Easter-African Coalition, Western-African Union, Madagascar, and South Africa

We ask for your assistance in this war against the Allied nations. They seek nothing but the conquest of lands. Once they are finished with Mongolia, surely we will be next. The DDM is the only thing in the way of the Allied nations sweeping through all of Africa and Asia and taking our lands for their own.

We offer, in return for military support, a universal reduction in trade prices. Oil prices will be reduced by 5% and textile products by 10%.

[IcemanJRC]

Russia brodacasts a short message across every avenue of communication available to them.

Attention world. This war, this terrible war, has stricken the world with a problem. An affliction, an affliction that Russia hopes to help heal. This affliction is the disregard for culture and art and the finer things. So The Russian government has made a decision. Any scientist, artist, musician, athlete, writer, performer, any of those types of people. Those artisans of culture. They are welcome to make their way to their nations Russian embassy, were they can be take here to Russia, where they will be free to live in safety and pursue the finer things. Russia will offer you protection, transportation, and upon your arrival, housing and a small sum of money to fund your work. We do not want this war to ruin the things that make us human. Now, I realize, I am not the best with words. But I must let you all know, Russia shall be the new safe haven for the culture that is being squelched by this vile act of violence. Please, don't let the war take hold of everything we do.

The International Director of Russia finishes his brief message and Russia prepares for housing, transportation and protection of a large influx of people. They have high hopes.

[Murska]

Various Minor Nation to Egypt:

EAC:
We're kind of busy right now, as you might see. Kill WAU for us and we might talk.

WAU:
We're gonna conquer EAC first, then I suppose we could offer you some help.

Oman:
Uh... I think we'll sit this one out. We can provide you with oil and stuff for cheap, though.

Madagaskar and South Africa:
No, we're doing fine on our own.

[Honorbound]

To Oceania +++-
Hello Oceania,
We are wondering if you are interested in beginning trade with Japan. We are not asking for you to join the war, we only wish to carry out good, healthy relationships with the world. Also are you still interested in buying some of our computers to further your nation. You showed interest before, but the world grew hectic. Please let us know if you are interested.

To Australia +++-
Hello Australia,
We are wondering if you are interested in beginning trade with Japan. We are not asking for you to join the war, we only wish to carry out good, healthy relationships with the world. Also are you interested in buying some of our technology. Please let us know if you are interested.

To Panama+++-
Hello Panama,
We are wondering if you are interested in beginning trade with Japan. We are not asking for you to join the war, we only wish to carry out good, healthy relationships with the world. Also are you interested in buying some of our technology. Also we can sell you some war technology to assist you in your conflict.
Please let us know if you are interested.

[Turalisj]

Across America, television channels forcibly switched to one thing. In front of city hall in New York, a man in a black uniform stood. Egyptian soldiers could be seen behind him, herding civilians into the building.

"People of America! I am General Imhotep of the Egyptian Expeditionary Army. I appear to you today to ask you to surrender yourselves and end this bloodshed! Your King has brought you into this war for nothing but greed, and what has it begotten you? The death of your loved ones, trade embargos, and humiliation in the view of nations around the world.

Plead with your King, tell him you no longer wish to fight this war. When you do so, we shall return to Egypt and bother your nation no longer. In fact, we shall assist the rebuilding of the cities that have been struck! We will do this not out of a sense of superiority, not out of a feeling of ownership, but out of the sincerety to build peace within this world.

So I ask of you, American people, do you wish to see this" He waved a hand offscreen, and a man appeared with an Egyptian Anubian soldier holding an assault rifle to his head. The trigger was pulled, and a single bullet entered his brain. The fragmentating round blew gore across the street where he was, and the camera quickly went back to general Imhotep. "This will be the result of every man, woman, and child, held within the cities we have capture. If, you wish to stop this, then tell your King to stand down."
The televisions returned to normal broadcasting.

[blackouttwo]

New York City Outskirts

As the Anubian soldiers turned the corner just up the street from the bridge, Corporal Taylor Miles of the Imperial Guard realized his day had just taken a turn for the worst. Hurry up! He urged his squadmate to hurry with the detonator.

Look, you wanna do this? Be my guest. Private Michael Crespo's response was a bit flippant for the moment, but the soldier remained calmer than should be considered 'average.' But this ain't a job you wanna rush... Michael carefully pushed a few more buttons on the detonator, a green light indicating it was armed.

A few fragmentation-rounds hit some of the wrecked cars the pair was using for cover. C'mon, tough guy! We've gotta blow this bridge! We can't let them get outta the city! The two gathered their gear quickly, running across the bridge in the direction opposite the oncoming Anubians. Taylor! Move! Now!

What about those Jackals!? The reporting name had become synonymous with the Egyptians in general. It fit their actions since occupying New York City proper. Forget about 'em! The bridge is rigged to blow! The two Guardsmen ran for it, knowing the switch for the detonator was already being handled by another Guardsman on the other end of the bridge. As they reached the end of the bridge, Michael giving a thumbs-up to his Sgt., a massive explosion ripped through the air behind him, followed by the sounds of the bridge completely collapsing.

Bridge toll ****ing accepted, you bastards. Miles looked back to see some of the Anubians seeking cover from the explosion, and others falling into the water below. "Alright, we're done here! Options?" The mass fallback had completely decimated the Imperial Guard units stationed in New York. There was barely any command structure left.

We should head for the West Coast! We need to hold onto what we can, and we can't do that here. The Black Knights are on the way from Mexico, we should- Michael was cut off by Taylor, who raised a hand to quiet the Private down. Mikey, think this one through. We'd never get across the country in time to do any good there. We need to stay here and do what damage we can to the Jackals. Leave the fighting on the West Coast to the Black Knights.

Michael falls silent, and looks to the destroyed bridge. So, when do we leave for Cairo?

Taylor followed his comrade's gaze and gripped his SMG. I don't know, man, but I know that as soon as we get there, we're gonna burn it to the ground.

[Murska]

Oceania and Australia to Japan:
They agree to trade, though with tolls and such restrictions to protect their own markets.

Panama to Japan:
In case you haven't noticed, we're getting invaded. Kind of busy here. We suggest sending help or asking the Peruvians.

[Turalisj]

An adjutant turned to Imhotep. "Sir, the American forces have just blown a minor bridge leading out of the city. Reports indicate the loss of two Anubian battle armors and two dozen soldiers."

"They believe that by destroying bridges they can slow us down or keep us contained... Do they teach nothing of basic military principles? No matter, reinforcements will be here soon along with another hundred Anubians. It doesn't matter how many they kill, they are spread too thin to make a difference."

[PeacefulWar]

To Panama ++
We offer you a deal. In return for a small + econ we will assist in defending your nation from the Peruvian assault. If it please you will would also counterattack the island nation of Peru, during the invasion or after, depending on the military positioning. Because you are so close to Mexico I believe we could do some very profitable trade.

To Peru +++
For a sum of + econ, and a promise to withdraw all troops from panama in the next year, we will refrain from declaring war upon you. Let us know what you think.

To Brazil ++
We wish to trade you Ion technology (+ military) for some money.(+ econ) let us know what we can do to let this trade commence.

To Anglo-Francia ++++-
How would you feel like some trading? We offer you Ion technology and Mechanized Soldier (a +- to a ++ military increase) for a nice lump of cash.(+ econ) Consider that this will give you the strongest military in the world.

To All NPC's Besides Anglo-Francia, Brazil, Peru, and Panama ++
a sum of - econ per nation for Ion technology which is + military, a offer to good to pass up.

[Honorbound]

To Australia, and Oceania +++-

I know Oceania was interested in the purchase of our high-end research computers, and we are wondering if you are still interested. We of course extend this offer to you, Australia. We have our Arc-lite model computers, and our Portal 600's. Both of which are high end, though the Arc-lite are our latest and greatest. Also, thank-you for accepting our trade offer. I hope we all may prosper from this.

To Panama +++-

We are offering you some of our war tech if you are interested. We beleive Peru's actions are unjust. We can not help you more than this sadly since we are in a war our selves.

[Murska]

Panama to Mexico:

Small? That's basically extortion!

But it's not as though we have a choice. If you drive the Peruvians out of our country, we will deliver your price.

Note: Peru is not an island nation.

Peru to Mexico:

Hahaha. You and what army?

Brazil to Mexico:
Your offer insults us.

Anglo-Francia to Mexico:
Hmm. Sounds good to me. We'll deliver the funds.

Other NPCs to Mexico:
Persia, Prussia and EAC are interested. EAC only if they can postpone the payment until after their war is over. Prussia wishes to negotiate the price down to ++ Temp Econ.

Panama to Japan:
Anything you can send is appreciated.

Australia and Oceania to Japan:

They're both mildly interested. However, they feel as though the war and economic crisis currently on make it a buyer's market and their offers to you are rather on the low side.

Peru to DDM:
Remember what we talked about? Well, check out what they just sent. (They provide the message from Mexico to Peru above, and their response.)

Screw Mexicans. After Panama is out of the way, I don't think we'll stop.

[Honorbound]

To Oceania, and Austrailia

We are willing to sell the Arc-lites to you for a larger sum (+Econ) than the Portal-600s since they are our greatest. We will sell our other computer the Portal 600s to you for a what we believe a fair is (- Econ) Please keep in mind these are no blue-prints but a large amount of computers with blue-prints.

[Murska]

Australia to Japan:

Hmm. We're willing to purchase the Arc-Lites for - Perm Econ. Or the Portals with +- Temp Econ.

Oceania to Japan:
That's a bit costly for now. We'll get back to it once the markets stabilize.

[Honorbound]

To Australia +++-

Okay that sounds great. We will send them out as soon as we receive conformation of the funds. Also we are willing to sell you both types for (+ econ. That is - for each type) a deal. That should make it able for you to give your educational facilities /good/ computers, and your labs /great/ computers if you are interested. We are more than willing to go back on your offer for just the Arc-Lites if you do not want this deal.

To Oceania +++-
That is very reasonable. We look forward to our future trades, and progressing our relations.

[Nohbdy]

Egypt +++

Those are some rather strong claims you're making, claims that Canada finds rather...insulting. Your obnoxious assertions on the destruction of the Canadian homeland is not how alliances are forged. They're forged by bonds of trust and camaraderie, something your "Axis" is hardly displaying. You murder women and children without sympathy, without reason. Canada will not ally itself with terrorists, we will ally with those who have honor.

[Nohbdy]

WO +++-
To all countries unsure of the war.

Here I stand, on this lone podium; my mind is amidst with thoughts for not only my people’s future, but of the world’s. In a period of peace, the world was at rest. Our children slept safe under the homes of their loving mother and father. There was no war, no death. It was an era of growth and prosperity, there was no evil to lurk in the shadows of our society and the world rested at ease with itself. Now, to all the men, women, and children of our world; Canada offers a note on the current state of a vicious war being fought. The Alliance versus the Axis; a struggle between two great forces. Asia is torn by conflict, and now the invasion of North America is underway. As many of you know, each side is searching for support for their cause; and none can remain neutral for much longer.
Who to support? The answer is difficult, but Canada firmly believes in the Alliance; a bastion of individuals who know the meaning of peace and honor. A direct contrast to the Axis. The Axis has no compassion for the innocent, deciding to murder any who justly stand in their war path. Do not be swayed by the words of animals who dare to call themselves humans, for they are heavily cloaked in lies and deceit.
It was Mongolia who invaded Kazakhstan, unprovoked. A country at peace, who had no intention of harming other nations, was unjustly invaded. With Mongolia, America was hired to aid their invasion, but we know America knew this act was a clear motive of greed and power. They wisely withdrew from Mongolia’s madness and gather support to defend a nation not for wealth or power, but honor and freedom.
Egypt invasion onto the American soil has brought the death of innocents. They joined Mongolia for the love of carnage; their involvement in this war is from their own selfish desires. The Egyptians have no concept of morality; they are barbarians who murder for the sheer enjoyment. Compassion, sympathy, honor, all of these noble words stir nothing but contempt from these heathens. Any sense and all sense have left them on their path of destruction.
Canada lends its support to the Alliance, and humbly requests that other countries do the same. We all value peace and prosperity, we all want to live in that era of peace. The Alliance holds those values in every battle they fight in this war. This war is not for sake of the few, but for the sake of all living breathing human beings in this world.

[Turalisj]

To Canada

We have murdered neither woman nor children. The American people decide to take up arms, thus classifying themselves as soldiers. It is as military personnel that they shall be treated.

The destruction is not of your homeland, but of your economy. The Allied nations are desperate for money and spy networks have given word that Japan is attempting to sell their precious technology. Victory in this war will not come by force of arms, but by starvation and siege. You have made your choice, now we shall see how your hand plays out.


To W.A.U

We shall send airstrike support and coastal bombardments from out airforce and naval forces to assist you. We also offer our Personal Battle Assistance Armor in return for your full cooperation in the war.

[Murska]

WAU to Egypt:

Well, thanks. We already have armour, though.

War Update

Africa:

WAU forces continue pushing east. The civilian casualties have been rather low after the first phase of the war, but the battles themselves have been quite costly for both sides.

However, WAU seems to have the edge, as EAC troops are giving ground.

Europe:
The Anglo-Francian navy has occupied the major ports of Iceland and Greenland, effectively ending the neutrality of these areas. Meanwhile the activity of the Prussian and Anglo-Francian armies on the mainland have been focusing on the border of the NRE.

Anglo-Francia to White Spire:
We demand the right to send military and civilian inspectors to your pyramid to make sure you pose no threat to our nation. We will also need to assign a number of routes you are allowed to send cargo or personnel through our waters, for the ease of taxation and tolls.

Prussia to NRE:
We demand you cede control of the territories of Czech and Slovakia as well as Moldova, for you have unlawfully conquered them by force. Prussia will guarantee their independence.

Anglo-Francia to NRE:
You should give up your control over Switzerland. The people of the nation do not want your rule. If you do not comply with this request, action will be taken.

South America

Peruvian forces are advancing on the Panaman capital. It is unlikely Panama will provide any further resistance if the city is taken, and predictions state that at this pace this will happen in a few weeks' time at the longest.

The Brazilian army is mobilizing on their border with Peru and Panama.

North America

The American citizenry watch in shock and anger as their great cultural monuments are torn down. Washington DC has fallen to the troops of NRE, while the Egyptians are continuously expanding their hold on key military and economical installations along the coasts. The Emperor of America managed to escape the capital and according to rumours has sought asylum in Canada. The navies of the three Axis powers are preventing almost all shipping over the Pacific to the war theater in Asia, putting all the strain of supplying the combined Allied troops on Siam and Japan. The shortages will soon begin to effect the troops.

After the American Imperial Guard organized a number of civilian militia attacks on the Egyptians, the Egyptian troops responded by rounding up large numbers of adult males they claim wielded arms and so can be treated as enemy combatants. They have began mass executions, which in turn has fueled the fires of the anger of the American citizenry. Meanwhile, the armies of the Axis powers are looting the major cities and army installations they have captured and the fighting is destroying vital infrastructure.

The Black Knights, previously stationed in defense of Mexico as per an American mercenary contract, are moving up the West Coast, meeting up with DDM and NRE troops in a number of skirmishes. They've gained some ground, but the Axis troops do not appear to be intending to stand and fight unless it happens in the large cities they've taken over and fortified.

Meanwhile, the Canadian army has sent two major forces, one down the East Coast and one in the West. The Western one has, much like the Black Knights, been pushing back the Axis invaders in a series of skirmishes while the Eastern army has met much stiffer resistance by the larger and better-equipped Egyptian and NRE troops. Casualties are mounting, especially civilian ones.

The Americans have leaked a communique from Egypt demanding large territory concessions from the West Coast and the surrender of the AE forces.

Asia

The American and Siamese forces have began a huge offensive aiming to break the Axis lines. With casualty numbers on both sides reaching heights never seen before in the history of humankind, they've managed to make gains inland and towards the Mexican Salient. However, Axis black ops are hindering the attack by destroying supply depots and convoys behind the lines. With the lack of supplies from North America reaching the front, the ammunition and fuel stocks of the Allies are seriously dwindling.

However, even with the possibility of a link-up between the Mexican Salient and the Southern Offensive, the northern front of the war has had worrying developments for the Allies.

The Japanese and White Spire positions in the north of the country were outflanked by a daring NRE and DDM military operation, covered by a large deployment of their remaining aircraft. They are currently in a forced retreat, trying to escape to the coastline before the route is cut off. The Allied Northern Army Group is facing the possibility of total destruction if support is not received in time.

[Turalisj]

An Offering of Peace


As the battles rage on in America and Mongolia, the Grand Minister of Egypt appears before his people once again. This time, however, there is a solemn look upon the man's face.

"Leaders of the world, I ask that we come to terms for a cease fire. This war, this long war, is taking a toll on all our peoples. The people of Mongolia fear for invaders attempting to turn their land into a puppet nation. The people of America fear for their lives, for the devastation caused by the forces fighting within there.

The longer this war continues, the larger the chance that there will be no winner. Each side is taxing their ability to fight to the breaking point. More countries join the fight each month it continues. Will the world be engulfed in flames before this war is over? Or will the nations at war put down their arms and take a step back and let themselves recover, let the world recover.

It is your choice, leaders of the world, to let this planet be reduced to ash by fighting or to come to a draw and let it heal."

[Honorbound]

Scenes of the war are played, bodies flying everywhere from bombs, artillery, power armor, bombers. Planes look as they are raining from the sky. The footage stops, and now the camera focuses on Japanese president Duo Maxwell.

"Ahem!" He cleared his throat. "We of Japan are here to address the cease fire that Egypt has propose and we have one thing to say. That is the most sensible thing this war has brought us. We of Japan will be agreeing to that the moment all Axis nations stop firing upon Japanese soldiers. We are stopping our advance, we are stopping this bloodshed. We can not bare to see anymore of our proud men drop like flies. Be treated like rag dolls, and cannon fodder.

We joined this war to help the world, but instead this war escalated beyond what we thought it would, and now are we are doing is destroying our once glorious planet. This is not what we wanted, or what we ever would even think of doing to these nations. Enemies or not, we are all human beings, and no one deserves this war. Victory has a cost, and it is too great for either side to pursue.

We of Japan also believe this war has taken its toll on both sides, and through the world into chaos. Therefore we are not going to hold any prejudice against those who we fought. We will trade, talk, and negotiate with them like this war never even took place. We harbor no grudges. Each side fought for what they believed was right, and we of Japan will respect that.

That is all."

President Duo Maxwell stepped off the stand, and walked backstage.

[Honorbound]

((Sorry for the double post, but the game is slow currently.))

To Argentina +++-
Hello we of Japan would like to offer you protection against Peru's recent attacks on Panama. We are offering you a chance to become a Japanese protectorate, or even a Japanese state is you wish. If you are interested please let us know.

If you are not interested in the above, we also can sell you military technology such as our new jets, and or start a trade agreement.

The NURS and India +++-
Hello,
We of Japan are wondering if you would be interested in starting a trade agreement between our nations. A Trade Trifecta to be more precise.

To Madagascar +++-
Hello, we of Japan are wondering if you are interested in starting a trade between our nations.

To Siam +++-
Hello, we of Japan are wondering if you are interested in starting a trade between our nations.

To Angloa-Francia ++++-
Hello,
We of Japan are wondering if you are interested in any of our technology, or starting a trade agreement between our nations.

[Murska]

Argentina to Japan:
We prefer staying independent. We have no doubt that, with our agreements with Brazil, we can keep Peru in check.

However, the opening of trade between our nations would be great.

India to NURS and Japan:
Hmm... well, at least you had the common sense of agree to peace. We're willing to negotiate for this Trifecta.

Madagaskar to Japan:
Any time. If you lower your restrictions, we will do the same on our end.

Siam to Japan:
Not interested.

Anglo-Francia to Japan:
Trade is always good. However, we do not currently have the funds to purchase any more technology. Maybe we could discuss this in a few months.

[Honorbound]

To Argentina +++-
Okay, we look forward to this new trade between our nations.

To Madagascar +++-
We are more than willing to lower our trade restrictions. What specifically are you interested in?

To Siam +++-
Very well

To Anglo-Francia ++++-
We are looking forward to this new trade between our nations. And when you are able to purchase technology, and want to do so, please contact us. We are more than willing to trade.

[IcemanJRC]

To India and Japan

Money makes the world go round, as they say, we'd be delighted to negotiate a trade trifecta with you. Please, what did you have in mind?


To All Nations with an Economy or Technology higher than three.
(That would be Japan, White Spire, Egypt, Mexico, A.R.C, Rome, Australia, Anglo-Francia, Prussia, India, Brazil, Panama, Oceania, Oman, Aurora.)

Russia would like to enter into a Joint Research project for the Betterment of Humanity. Would you like to be a part of this? The intention is to fund and participate in research projects in the fields of Medicine, Sanitation, Clean Energy and other such fields to make the world a better place to live together.

[Murska]

Madagaskar to Japan:

Well, you've a plenty of industry. We could give you access to our agricultural, mineral and textile products if you were to reciprocate by lowering the costs of importing processed goods.

A ton of NPCs to Russia:

Anglo-Francia: A polite no.
Prussia: Possibly. But only depending on the terms. They wish to be able to withdraw their commitment if necessary, and to have full access to everything produced.
India: Yes! Great idea!
Brazil: Kind of busy right now. Maybe later.
Panama: Busy dying. Sorry.
Oceania: Sounds good to me, I guess...?
Oman: No, sorry. We can't afford it.
Aurora: I guess we can participate.

[blackouttwo]

Approximately forty-eight hours after Egypt and Japan call for peace, the Emperor of America makes a worldwide broadcast.

America, I have failed you.

Mongolia was dangerous, of that, there was no doubt. But I did not intend to ignite a global conflict. I didn't consider that Mongolia would have allies that would strike at America. I didn't consider that they would slaughter our people, or tear down our monuments. The damage done...It is my fault.

As of today, I am standing down from the throne of the American Empire. May the citizens of the Empire select a more worthy man in my place.

But first, I too am calling for peace. The conflict in Asia and on my own soil...our own soil. They have to stop. When the war began, I issued a call to reason. None answered. And now, I answer a call to reason issued by other men, in other nations, across the world.

For the purposes of ensuring peace, I call for India's leader to mediate at a peace conference. This is my last request as the Emperor of the American Empire. For my last command, I require the reconstruction of roads, bridges, tunnels, and highways in American territory that were destroyed as a defensive necessity against the invading Axis by our hard-working Residents.

America will rebuild. We will recover.

[IcemanJRC]

To NPCs that responded to last message

AF: We understand, if you change your mind we will still accept your presence.
Prussia: Of course! Everybody will have access to what we create! This is for the betterement of HUMANITY! You may withdraw when you need as well.
India: We appreicate your enthusiasm! We look forward to working with you.
Brazil: When you are ready we will be here.
Panama: Our mistake, we had forgotten.
Oceania: We look forward to your participation.
Oman: Are you sure? It would be joint funded, simply what you can provide would be appreciated.
Aurora: We look forward to working with you.

[Honorbound]

To Madagascar +++-
We are more than willing to oblige to that. Consider it a deal.

To NURS, and India +++-
Well what I had in mind was between our combined economies, and our combined technologies, we could easily dominate the market with high end goods, that are cheap to make, and reasonably priced. That influx of cash would great increase all of our per capita income. And the two of you have been at the economy game for quite some time, and I would imagine you know what the world wants most right now, and we think that would be a good place to start.


To NURS (The tech thing) +++-
Japan may be able to help out, but that depends on what exactly needs to be done.

To WAU +++-
Why are you waging war against the EAC, I know that your relations have not always been good, but war seems a bit extreme. Would you mind telling Japan what has happened?

To EAC +++-
Why are you waging war against the WAU, I know that your relations have not always been good, but war seems a bit extreme. Would you mind telling Japan what has happened?

[Murska]

WAU to Japan:

The EAC has been insulting our diplomatic efforts and launching raids across our border for years. We have tried, but it has become clear that peaceful coexistance is impossible as long as the EAC government doesn't even hold to our agreements.

EAC to Japan:

Well, due to the demands of the WAU representatives, the diplomatic negotiations over their border aggression broke down. As for why we're fighting against them, well, they invaded us.

[IcemanJRC]

To India and Japan

This deal sounds well tohught out and Russia will gladly participate o the condition that India agrees as well.

[Honorbound]

To WAU +++-
What were some of your agreements, and why were they launching raids? Was there something they wanted, or was it to cripple you? Also, was there a sudden thing that the EAC did to make you finally decide to go to war?

To EAC +++-
What were some of the WAU's demands. What did they want from you?

[Murska]

India to NURS and Japan:
Sure. Economic cooperation is a good way to prevent further wars of aggression.

EAC and WAU to Japan:

They send you details of a number of minor hostilities, border transgressions and such on both sides, as well as a number of attempted diplomatic solutions that have failed one by one. Basically it seems to boil down to a number of tribal feuds over the borders that kept on going after the nations on both sides unified. Now, the people on one side of the border distrust and hate the people on the other side so much that it's just common sense to shoot on sight. Also, each government seems to have benefitted from having an external enemy to focus their people's anger on instead of fixing social policies or such, thus fueling the fire.

[Honorbound]

Japan to Panama +++-
We have been observing the recent war, and it seems they have you on the run. Japan is willing to help you out by offering the use of our espionage services. We sadly need to charge you, because the recent world war ran us dry, but we can make it cheap for you. We can make it only cost - Econ. We are willing to negotiate more if you are interested.

[Murska]

Panama to Japan:
What will that help when they're about to conquer us by military force? We've lost the fight. If somebody drives them off our country, we'll pay them.

[Honorbound]

Japan To Panama +++-

Our army is too battered and bruised, we are barely able to move as it is, another war is something we can not handle. We can offer you military equipment this turn. Our Hyper Sonic jets Blueprints (-Mil) for - Econ. But has far as military goes, that is about it. We can give you existing ones, but that will cost more, because these things are not cheap to make. We will try to do what we can, but sending actual troops is something our nation's citizens would revolt about. That is the same for hand outs. We must keep our people happy, but it wont sit right with us if we watch a nation go down for no reason.

[Murska]

Panama to Japan:
We'd never have time to build those planes from the blueprints - we've a couple weeks at most.

[Honorbound]

Japan to Panama +++-
Well our factories are made for precision, not so much mass production at the moment. We can send you out quite a few for + econ, but that is really all we can do right now. And if you pay that, you wont have to return them, they are yours.

[blackouttwo]

The global community is being notified that American espionage services, being reorganized under an organization now known as 'Alpha Protocol', are now available for employment.

To Argentina and Brazil: +++-
Despite the recent conflict, American forces are not permanently aligned behind the now-withdrawing Allied forces, and we know of the ongoing conflict in South America between Peru and Panama. We understand how your current situation must be, and would like to offer something besides military support. Espionage services.

While we are not as effective as Mongolia, we remain valuable due to a simple factor: Anonymity. If the operation ends up a failure and any spies we've deployed are captured, American espionage agents will be American, rather than, say, Brazilian. Anyone can hire American agents, while if Mongolia is involved, their goals are, while hidden, far more specific. Which means that if American agents are captured, our employers remain safer from retaliation than if they were to rely on their own operatives, or the operatives of an ally.

To Canada: +++-
Despite the debacle of the recent global conflict, which ended in a complete failure for the Allies, I'd like to approach you with the offer of developing a Pan-American Defensive Zone once again. This is to ensure the security of the American Empire and Canada alike. We are in your debt for your attempted actions during the invasion of our shores, and the terms of the Great Contract remain in effect. Needless to say, we must stabilize our local economies before we do anything else. Our effort to dispose of the legitimate espionage and military threat of Mongolia was a wasted effort, so we must not risk trying again anytime soon, and may find it necessary to leave the matter alone for good. Mending working relationships with the Axis is absolutely critical. Things need to get back to normal before anyone can do anything from this point on.

To the White Spire: +++-
We fought in the war against Mongolia. We require payment for our attempted services, despite the war ending in what can safely be called a draw. We'll grant you a discount due to the entire thing amounting to a bunch of body-builders flexing their muscles and throwing a few punches to no appreciable effect. + Economy instead of +-. Prior agreed technology exchanges remain in place.

SHOPPING LIST
Bread
Eggs
Milk
Cereal

[Turalisj]

To Japan, Russia
We have been observing the conflict in Africa between the West and Eastern powers.

The West is going to annihilate the East, that fact wont change unless there is outside interference. What we propose is that a faction be formed aimed towards the assistance of the African peoples. The leaders of the Western and Eastern countries have no care for their people's plight, they will only continue to ignore what happens.

The alternative is that Egypt will intervene directly in the affairs of the two nations and annex the lands. We will set up regional governors and mediate any tribal disputes.

In either case, your assistence would be appreciated in the matter.

[Murska]

Panama to Japan:

The communications are cut off by the capture of Panamá by Peruvian forces.

Argentina/Brazil to AE:

Brazil signifies interest in purchasing some espionage support - they offer + Econ for the assassination of the Peruvian General Gerardo Angres.

((OOC: The mission would be quite difficult, for he's been living practically under siege in his own nation for many years and has strong defensive measures. However, he's the strongest military mind in Peru and the one behind the quick and effective campaign in Panama.))

[Honorbound]

Japan to Egypt +++-
Japan is already planning on ways to remove the two unjust governments of the EAC, and WAU. Direct conflict should not happen until civilian support is gained. We are willing to help if you hold off until we get the people to want our aide. Give Japan a few days (Until next turn), and we can see what we can do to get Civilians on our side.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Brazil/Argentina: +++-
Keep the money until mission success is confirmed. Attempts to deny us payment post-mission will be met with being blacklisted and denied further espionage or military services in the future. We'll take it from here.

AE to Japan: +++-
We're aware of your sattelite network. We'd like a sattelite sweep of the area around General Gerardo Angres' stronghold in Peru. What will that take from us?

GM ONLY
Begin immediate pre-mission reconnaisance around the stronghold. Suppressed weapons will be implemented to silence potential witnesses of the scout teams.

[IcemanJRC]

To Egypt and Japan

We believe we can offer assistance, but would like more information. Are you suggesting military occupation?

[Honorbound]

To Russia, and Egypt +++-
Military occupation is not a wise move with Aurora existing below the territory. Because if we replace one forced rule with another, it will give rise to more rebellion, and cause the neighboring nations to get involved.

[Pahvimato]

DDM

To Peru: +++++



Argentina/Brazil to AE:
Brazil signifies interest in purchasing some espionage support - they offer + Econ for the assassination of the Peruvian General Gerardo Angres.

((OOC: The mission would be quite difficult, for he's been living practically under siege in his own nation for many years and has strong defensive measures. However, he's the strongest military mind in Peru and the one behind the quick and effective campaign in Panama.))


AE to Brazil/Argentina: +++-
Keep the money until mission success is confirmed. Attempts to deny us payment post-mission will be met with being blacklisted and denied further espionage or military services in the future. We'll take it from here.


Be careful. If you need help defending Gerardo Angres, we might be able to help you.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Brazil/Argentina: +++-
We have reason to believe the operation may already be compromised. We haven't been able to decrypt DDM transmissions, but we strongly believe Mongolia may be attempting to support Peru's security of their general as retribution against America for the recent conflict. Canceling contract, you are not blacklisted. May contact you later about this operation when any further security holes are filled.

[Murska]

Peru to DDM:
Those cowards! Thank you for the warning, we will be careful.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Brazil/Argentina
Having weighed our options, we're considering approaching you for other services. Namely, military garrison contracts. Peru's still on the march, and it doesn't take expert political analysts to look at the fact that they might be a bit bold after taking Panama. We can't touch their general at this particular moment. Good old-fashioned bad luck dictates that the DDM tipped off their leaders about a potential assassination attempt and we're worried that any operations will fail as a direct result of DDM interference.

So, we're offering to hang out on your side of the border in case Peru decides to pull anything. The only question is how much you're willing to shell out for a little extra fire support. We'll also offer battlefield intelligence in the event of any aggression on Peru's part in exchange for an additional fee. What're you offering?

AE to All Nations (including Axis parties)
Despite the recent dust-up between the Allied Coalition and the Axis Powers during the war in Mongolia and America, we're reopening trade with the rest of the planet. Our current Emperor is standing down from his position and a preliminary government of the Inter-Provincial Council is taking charge until a new Emperor can be elected and crowned.

American forces are back on the market for security details, but are currently not taking assault or invasion contracts for a variety of reasons. Our new Alpha Protocol organization is also available for employment for assassination, observation of troop movements, sabotage, commando operations, technology-theft and passive espionage. Other than that, we've got agricultural supplies we're willing to trade away. We mostly need industrial materials to repair the damages done by the invaders in the coastal cities.

Canada gets priority trading rights due to their unique position as our primary military supplier, but we are interested in other parties selling us military and espionage-oriented technology to increase our capacity to help future customers via our primary services.

[Turalisj]

To Russia, and Egypt +++-
Military occupation is not a wise move with Aurora existing below the territory. Because if we replace one forced rule with another, it will give rise to more rebellion, and cause the neighboring nations to get involved.

To Russia and Japan


No, involving other nations would not be wise. We are beginning research on non-lethal options of combat, to hopefully avert further bloodshed in future wars. We ask if you are interested in...
*the message is cut short, followed by the gurgling sound of someone's throat being slit*

[Murska]

Brazil and Argentina to AE:

We trust in the capability of our armed forces to handle any Peruvian aggression.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Brazil/Argentina
What about battlefield intelligence, then? Our networks are generally better than your's, and we have the Japanese lined up to trade favors with us. Even if we're not involved militarily and we can't assassinate their general, our espionage networks remain a useful asset. If Peru comes knocking, we might be able to help you hold them off without deploying any soldiers.

[Honorbound]

To Aurora +++-
Hello, we of Japan are wondering if you are interested in starting a trade between our nations.

To South Africa +++-
Hello, we of Japan are wondering if you are interested in starting a trade between our nations.

To Oman +++-
Hello, we of Japan are wondering if you are interested in starting a trade between our nations.

To Madagascar +++-
Due to the ongoing war with some of your neighbors we are wondering if you are interested in the purchase of the blueprints for our new Hypersonic jets. We will gladly sell these to you of - Econ. We would imagine your air defense is just as important as ours since we are each island nations.

[Nohbdy]

Japan +++-

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.

Panama +-

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.
ARC +++

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.

Oceania ++
In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.
AE +++-

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.
Oman ++
In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.
Mexico ++

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.

Brazil ++

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.

Argentina +-

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.

Madagascar +-

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.

Siam +++

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.

Australia ++++-

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.

Aurora +++

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.

India +++

In this time of peace, Canada would like to open trade relations with your country.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Brazil/Argentina
Despite the fact that you're not likely to hire us for anything other than the Peruvian General's assassination, we're still open to the idea of civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to Peru
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

Also, we know the DDM likely tipped you off to our plans to launch an Alpha Protocol operation in your territory. The contract was canceled by our nameless employer as soon as they got word the DDM sent you a message, figuring our transmissions were decrypted. Nothing personal - Just business. We're available for hire if you're interested.

AE to Anglo-Francia
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to WAU
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

This offer stands despite the ongoing war in your country. Don't worry about security. We'll dispatch marines to ensure the shipments go undisturbed if you're interested. We are sending the same offer to the EAC. We can't afford to pick favorites for business.

AE to EAC
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

This offer stands despite the ongoing war in your country. Don't worry about security. We'll dispatch marines to ensure the shipments go undisturbed if you're interested. We are sending the same offer to the WAU. We can't afford to pick favorites for business.

AE to Madagaskar
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to Siam
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

Also, sorry about the whole war thing. Did not go as planned. We'd cut you a deal to apologize for the mess, but we can't pick favorites. National policy.

AE to India
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

Also, sorry about the whole war thing. We'd cut you a deal to apologize for the mess, but we can't pick favorites. National policy. You guys still presiding over the peace talks?

AE to South Africa
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to Aurora
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to Oceania
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to Oman
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to NURS
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to Japan
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to White Spire
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

Also, you still need to pay that bill. Just FYI.

AE to Egypt
Despite the recent debacle, we'd like to re-open civilian-sector trade with your country. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to Antarctica
You guys still alive down there? We're willing to trade. Said so a while ago, and you never called us back.

AE to NRE
Despite the recent debacle, we'd like to re-open civilian-sector trade with your country. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

Also, if you guys could politely pay for the property damage you caused, we wouldn't mind. Not gonna bug you about it, but it'd be a nice gesture, thanks.

AE to Australia
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

AE to Mexico
We'd like to open up civilian-sector trade. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you.

Also, our garrison contract is resuming, as per our initial agreement. There will be no additional fee.

NOTE TO SELF
Pick up butter on the way home.

[Honorbound]

To America
Japan will be happy to open civilian good trade with you.

To Canada
Japan will be happy to open trade with you.

[Murska]

Various NPCs to Japan:

Aurora: Trade is good.
South Africa: Sure.
Oman: Well we can trade, but our best deals go to Egypt.
Madagaskar: We don't care about the fight in northern Africa. It's unlikely to spread.


Various NPCs to Canada:

Everyone agrees to trade except for Oman, who states that they're supplying most of their goods to Egypt. Panama doesn't respond.

Various NPCs to AE:

Peru shrugs at your message. Nothing was attempted, so they don't mind. If something is attempted, they'll kill the would-be assassins and retaliate with military force. Trade is okay, though they'd prefer it if you put some pressure on Mexico to quit insulting and threatening nearby nations and attempting to meddle in their private affairs.

EAC and WAU both wish only to purchase weapons, so your offer is not particularly interesting for them.

Siam seems somewhat annoyed, but don't state any demands or anything.

Oman claims to be supplying Egypt with most of their trade exclusively.

Everyone else agrees to trade.

India

The Indian president offers to arbitrate the peace talks between the Allies and the Axis. The meeting is to be held in Delhi, if both sides agree.

(OOC: Both sides should present their peace terms.)

[blackouttwo]

AE to Peru
See, responding with military force would be a gross over-reaction. Too many fail to understand that it's not us responsible for anything we get hired to do. The real bad guy would be the employer, and due to our attempts at maintaining any degree of secrecy about our employer's identities, the best way to strike back at your enemy would be to hire us, pick a likely target, and hit them back, through espionage.

It's never the mercenary who's the real enemy, after all.

Anyways, about Mexico - We can't put any real pressure on them. Not our domain. If their leader's going to insult other nations, then we can't really stop him from mouthing off.

AE to Siam
Also, on a side note, would you guys like additional garrison forces, just in case the Khans come across the border in the future? The White Spire's picking up the bill for the last war, just FYI.

AE to Oman
Ahh, come on. Expand your horizons a little, will ya? Shooting a little trade our way will benefit Egypt, too, in the long run. They're not gonna argue.

AE to EAC/WAU
Darn shame. I'd talk to Canada, then. That's sort of their thing.

[Murska]

Peru to AE:
Well, according to your own policies we can't find out who your employer was. And we cannot blindly lash at a target we have not confirmed - that would be morally and ethically wrong.

If you can't hurt the employer, taking out the mercs is better than letting them run amok in your field, no?

Since you can't pressure Mexico, we trust you will not interfere if we decide to put some pressure on them ourselves? Perhaps with a little demonstration such as what we did in Panama?

Siam to AE:

Admittedly your troops performed well. However, not well enough. We are spending most of our defense budget into rebuilding our own armed forces. Once that is done, we might return to ask for your services.

Oman to AE:
A deal is a deal - if you want to change the terms, you need to get Egypt to agree as well.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Peru
While it may be true that doing such a thing blindly would be ethically wrong, doing such a thing with the full knowledge of who the mercenary's employer was at the time of the contract is a different matter completely. While we cannot provide you with the information of who our employer was, we can offer you espionage services against said employer upon your confirming the employer through secondary means, or a third party. That is not against Alpha Protocol guidelines.

Military action is inadvisable, given that any such espionage contracts are purely short-term, unless otherwise detailed. Killing a few Peruvian politicians is a bit much for Peru to lash out against America over.

Regarding Mexico, a contingent of American forces are presently under contract to defend the region. In the wake of the call for peace, our forces will be returning to garrison the area, as per our original contract with the Mexican government. The contract will be extended at no additional fee due to the interruption of Axis forces invading American soil.

We can't offer you assault services at this time, due to our current situation at home, but we can offer you espionage services to support your 'demonstration.' No intelligence on American forces in the region will be provided, but intelligence on Mexican forces may be provided for a fee, as per American Contract Conflict-of-Interest guidelines. If you would like a full copy of the American Mercenary Employer's Guidebook, we can mail one to your government's representative at the Peruvian Embassy here in America for review.

AE to Siam
Understood. We'll be available if you want to call us up.

AE to Oman
Understood. We will speak with the Egyptian government about the matter.

AE to Egypt
We would like to establish trade with Oman. We are required to clear it with you, as per the Oman government's request. Are we permitted to trade with Oman?

[Murska]

Peru to AE:
You are talking about the cold-blooded murder of a valued private citizen of our nation. Human life has inherent value that does not increase or decrease with quantity. We repeat again, in the case of Peruvian citizens being murdered, we will consider the one who pulled the trigger just as responsible as the one who told him to do it.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Peru
You can consider that to be the case, but that does not make it so. Regardless of a sense of ethics, military action against America would be considered unprofessional and unwise by many, especially when America was simply performing a contract as is considered normal.

Our Provincial Council has been planning to issue a call to the international community to sign an agreement officially detailing the limitations and consequences of mercenary actions abroad, to avoid such troubling discussions later. It would likely go hand-in-hand with a detailed agreement on what constitutes war crimes.

America is not bloodthirsty, so never let it be said we are.

Now, Panama was overrun, and we have an eye for such prospective employers as you. Mercenaries are a necessity for many parties in such situations. This brings us back to the subject of Mexico. Your thoughts on our offer?

[Honorbound]

To Peru

Japan is wondering if you are interested opening trade with out nations.
To NRE

We would like to put all ill feelings of the war behind us. We beleive we should all start heading for a brighter tomorrow, and holding on to the feelings of the war will hinder that. So we are wondering if you would like to open trade between our nations.

To Egypt

We would like to put all ill feelings of the war behind us. We beleive we should all start heading for a brighter tomorrow, and holding on to the feelings of the war will hinder that. So we are wondering if you would like to open trade between our nations.

Japan announces that they will be attending the Indian peace conferance, and are awaiting on the excact details from India.

[Murska]

Peru to AE:

We're not interested in hiring you at this juncture.

Peru to Japan:

Sure. Trade is always good.

[Turalisj]

General Imhotep announces he will attend the peace talks.

To Japan

We would indeed be interested in trade. We would also be interested in a joint effort to create automated drones for both civilian and military use.

[Honorbound]

To Egypt +++-

We are glad to hear it. As for the joint project give us some time to sort out our current research, and we will see what we can do. (My research is full this turn, I will get back to you next turn)

[blackouttwo]

The American Provincial Council announces that their International Contract Negotiator will be attending, as would be traditional if this were a normal contract negotiation.

AE to Egypt
Despite the recent debacle, we'd like to re-open civilian-sector trade with your country. Just about anything not military-related, we're set to trade with you. Also, we would like to establish trade with Oman. We are required to clear it with you, as per the Oman government's request. Are we permitted to trade with Oman?

[PeacefulWar]

To AE
Thanks for resuming the contract, especially without additional fees. We were also wondering if we could have your assistance removing the Peruvians from Panama, we would share the econ that they said they would give Mexico if Mexico got Peru out of Panama. I was thinking that only + of your forces would be needed, but we could end it quicker if you sent ++ of them, as we are sending ++-. ((we need your response before the EoT tomorrow.))

Also, in terms of trading we were wondering what you have to trade on the basis of economy, and not militaristic means.

To Panama
We will be stationing our troops withdrawing from Mongolia in your fine country of Peru. How does ++- military sound?

Mexico announces that they will send Rodriguez Alvarez, the Minister of Diplomacy, to the Indian peace conference, and are awaiting further details.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Mexico
Our force is under contract for garrison duty, and nothing more. And we're not available for assault services at this time; What you're proposing would call for a completely new contract to be hammered out on the side, and that's something we can't do at this moment.

However, we'd be willing to allocate additional forces to garrison duty in your country during your upcoming engagements with the Peruvians. Our contract is slated to end at the beginning of Turn 6. For an extension to the beginning of Turn 8, and additional payment in the form of a land grant and some military technology, namely your Ion weapons and Mechanized Soldiers, we'd be willing to deploy +- Military in addition to the + Military already stationed in Mexico. So, in short, we'll beef it up to ++- Military total until the beginning of Turn 8 for the land grant, technology, and the original payment (already provided).

The land grant we want is Panama Canal, but not Panama itself.

We're also willing to provide Espionage services for your campaign against the Peruvian occupation of Panama through Alpha Protocol for additional payment, if you're offering it. We're especially interested in specially-commissioned military or espionage technology projects, exclusively for the Imperial Legions and Alpha Protocol. Economy will work just fine, though.

Regarding trade, nothing specific. Feel free to throw stuff our way, and we'll throw stuff your way. Agricultural, industrial, doesn't matter. We're open for business.

[PeacefulWar]

-----Players-----

Mexico to The NURS

Ion and Mechanized Soldiers +- to ++ military for + econ or some tech one time cheap offer. ((Jeez I sound like a spokesperson))

Mexico to The AE
((I can't find a map :( so I'm not even sure I own the panama canal... I think its Panama's... either way you can't have it sorry))
Unfortunately we can not complete a transaction of the Panama Canal at this time as it is far to vital in supplying our troops in Panama. However, we could create you your own canal on the American-Mexican border. What do you think?

+- extra military and a time extension for Ion and Mechs sound good, as for the intelligence services we are currently unable to research said techs, but how does - econ sound?

Mexico to The NRE
Even though the war has ended, would you still like to do our trade?

Mexico to Japan
I'll trade you Mechanized Soldiers for your ultrafast jet thingys. Also willing to trade Ion tech for - econ, unless you have some other tech you'd like to trade.

Mexico to The White Spire
Just confirming our trade before I stick it in my EoT ((the + tech thing for Ion and Mechs))

Mexico the The DDM
I'll give you Ion Tech if you agree not to assist Peru in Panama or in my country of Mexico if they attack ((I know they will))


-----NPCs-----

Mexico to Brazil
I apologize for such a horribly inaccurate display of funds. If you would still like to trade then we would like to hear your offer first. If not then I'm very sorry for disturbing you.

I have heard however, that you dislike Peru for attacking Panama, as we know once they destroy Panama they will keep fighting mindless wars. We do know this, Peru is attacking us, Mexico, this turn and will be leaving their home front wide open to attack. Take this as you will but I hope you can see what my point is.

Mexico to Anglo-Francia
Sound good to me too. Is their any other trade you would like to do?

Mexico to Prussia
((exactly what does ++ temp econ mean?))

Mexico to The EAC
Agreed we'll send you the tech on the condition that you absolutely do not trade it to any other countries until we receive our money.

Mexico to Persia
Glad to do business with you, we'll send the tech when you send the money.

[Murska]

Prussia to Mexico:

((It's two temporary econ - only usable for one turn in your EoT before they disappear.))

EAC to Mexico:
Okay. Deal.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Mexico
You fail to understand; Panama's more or less been defeated already. By the time you get down there to support any remaining forces, you and Peru will have the only standing military units in the region. If you beat Peru out, Panama's pretty much your's to deal with as you see fit, and that means you can take over Panama Canal, and give it to the American Empire as a land grant for payment for our garrison contract. Panama won't be willing, or able, to argue with you, since you just liberated them. In the event the offensive fails, we'll take alternative forms of payment, but for the moment, I must insist on the Panama Canal as a suitable land grant for garrison duty.

[PeacefulWar]

Mexico to The AE
Agreed then, and how does - econ sound for intelligence services?

Mexico to Prussia
((So would I be able to burn that econ? and if so could I do it this turn?))

[blackouttwo]

AE to Mexico
Well, you need to decide how much and what kind of espionage support you want. Battlefield intelligence, commando support, deep recon, sabotage, assassination of enemy officers, etc. We're open to contract negotiations.

[Honorbound]

Japan To Mexico +++-

Sure, that sounds like a deal. As for the Ion Tech we may have something you might like. We will talk about it over a secured line later. We also have the project you funded completed.

Also are willing to run basic espionage services for you for a price of - Econ.

[IcemanJRC]

To Japan, India

The Trifecta Trade we had planned. When shall we begin? And what shall Russia do on our end? We must no, government production orders are going out soon.


To Egypt

Our previous communications were cut short quite dramatically and Russia is worried about the situation pertaining to Egypt and Africa. What is the status on our agreement?


To America

Civilian Sector trade sounds great, what did you have in mind?


To Mexico

Excuse me?


Russia will send a representative to observe the negotiations in Delhi.

[Honorbound]

Japan to NURS +++-
Well we had asked you earlier what are some of the biggest products on the market, so that Japan may make a better, and cheaper to produce version.
Also I would hope that you, being an industrial Juggernaut, would be able to mass produce many items for cheap.

To Egypt, Russia +++-
Ummm our communications were cut in a dramatic way. What is our current plan with Africa now. Is anyone still interested?

[Murska]

Prussia to Mexico:

((No burning on temporary economy. You can only spend it. Burning means actually using up your permanent economy.))

India to Japan and Russia:

Well, if we're planning on getting a strong position we should probably focus on taking over the market completely on things we're each best at. As far as I know, both India and Russia are strong on lower-tech industrial goods. India has a strong agricultural base, unlike you two. Japan has a high-tech development and manufacturing base but less potential for mass-production.

[IcemanJRC]

To Japan, India

Russia has already practically monopolized all its markets. Military goods, construction materials, heavy machinery. Nobody competes with us, except for smaller trade agreements. Such as Canada and America, I'm not sure if America would so quickly abandon Canada though...

[Honorbound]

Japan to NURS, India +++-
Japan monopolizes in what it makes, and releases to the public, but sadly it is not even close in number to what Russia sells. What I say would be the best course of action for us is to cut down on the cost of manufacturing. Increase the efficiency of our trade routes. Perhaps find new ways of forming trade routes since Egypt dominates the sea. We also may want to upgrade what we sell so that no country may compete with our products in both quality and number.

As for America, the chances of them even considering abandoning Canada are slim to none. Though with the Emperor stepping down, we will have to wait and see what happens.

[IcemanJRC]

To Japna, India

Russia is already at the status where no nation competes with our quality or numbers. We simply need to improve distribution, but that is not necessary...

[distant quasar]

NRE (5 esp for these purposes)

Nations interested in trade:
We are of course interested in opening up trade relations. We look forward to buildinbg a birghter tommorow and leaving the war behind us.

AE
We are afraid that we are currently unable to repay the damages we caused together. In a short time, we will refund you for half of them. (next turn)

Anglo-Francia and Prussia
We will not cede the territories that are lawfully ours to you. The citizens in them believe themselves to be Roman citizens; and that is because they are. You cannot use a few separtists groups as an excuse for wrenching out territories from us and leaving the majority of our citizens unhappy.
We understand that you fear and hate us; we wish it was not so. We hope you will not go to war over such a minor reason as this, especially considering how recently this last war has been ended. We are not eager to begin again bloody conflict; but we will do so if neccessary to defend out territory and our citizens.

(OOC: was that everything that was addressed to me while I was gone? I'm not up to writing a big late speech saying how awesome a ceasefire is; I need to make my EoT. Gosh I sure use a lots of semicolons)

[Murska]

Start of Turn 5

The End of WW4
Even though the name is still disputed by many, it appears that it's the most widely-adopted one for now. Anyhow, the cessation of hostilities in North America works as smoothly as can be hoped, with just a few small incidents as the invading troops leave. However, the American coasts are in ruins, with all the great monuments and architectural achievements of the nation having been destroyed by the invading troops, and the infrastructure devastated in the efforts of both sides to slow the other's deployments down.

In Asia, the huge swathes of devastated farmland signify the locations of pitched battles over the course of the last year. The large offensives of the last months of the war took a terrifying toll in human lives, and mines and explosives will still litter the area for years to come.

As the participating armies start to limp back home, hindered by horrible weather, storms and flooding, many photographers and journalists begin to write of the effects of the war. However, the bitter truth concealed by the propaganda on both sides is that nobody won in this conflict.

India is scheduled to host the Peace Conference to discuss the terms for the end of the war.

Losses:
Japan: +
White Spire: -
TUER: +
DDM: +-
AE: -
Mexico: +
NRE: +-
Persia: +-
Siam: +

War in Panama

After a lightning offensive the Peruvian forces conquered the Panaman capital and forced the nation's government to surrender. As the Peruvian forces were withdrawing and consolidating, they began filtering back towards Peru. The peace terms given to the Panaman government were to give up a large sum of money as war reparations as well as a small stretch of land in Southern Panama and a degree of Peruvian control over the Canal.

However, the negotiations were halted when Mexico declared war on Peru and attacked. They landed a large force into Southern Panama, intending to trap the Peruvian troops, but the landing happened at an unfortunate time as the beachhead was soon surrounded by elements of the previously-withdrawing Peruvian army.

Meanwhile, a small DDM taskforce landed without a war declaration near the Panama Canal and took over the guarding without a shot fired. They built a fortified base around it, and are currently defending.

Peru is bringing up reinforcements to squash the Mexican beachhead, so their troops aren't cut off. The attack gave the Panaman government some hope, however, and the payments they owe to Peru are running late as they slow down the Peruvian diplomats as much as they can.

Losses:
Panama +

War in Africa

The WAU and EAC are still engaged in a grindfest, with the WAU troops paying for ground with blood. Meanwhile, the situation in the country is deteriorating fast.

With a large drought in Central and Southern Africa, as well as the war stopping any supplies from getting through and all the workforce being in the army, the populace of the two nations is suffering.

However, despite being equally hit, South Africa, Aurora and Madagaskar have agreed to send aid and are currently engaged in a large-scale humanitarian operation in the southern regions of the warring countries.

Losses:
WAU +
EAC +

Economic Depression

It appears that the North-American economy is stabilizing, with large government funding projects as well as the end of the war and the onset of new technologies helping the recovery.

Meanwhile global trade has reached new heights, with dozens of new trade agreements negotiated between nations.

Peace Negotiations
The peace conference has begun in Delhi, India. The representatives of the participant nations have been arriving in style during the last week to negotiate the terms at which the war will be ended. A breakdown here might signal the renewed beginning of the Fourth World War. The world is watching.
((OOC: Feel free to RP your arrival and such. Both sides should present their opening demands and terms.))

Other News
Forest fires in Brazil...
...the Amazon is an important source of...

Storm season at an all time high...
...islands suffering in Oceania...

Anglo-Francian and Prussian armies mobilizing...
...deployements on the NRE border...

Total Stat Changes: Way too much work. They'll be updated in the first post, though.

[distant quasar]

NRE

Arrival at Peace Conference

Empreror Capito steps off his private jet, accompanied by his most trusted advisors. The Imperial Guard fanned out around him, scanning the crowd calmy and professionally. Capito appeared deep in conversation with General Cato, likely about the war brewing in Europe. Both men appeared concerned. As they continued forward, a reporter came forward through the crowd.

"Hello, I'm Tracy Banks, reporter for CNN. Tell me, what are your feelings on the war?"

Capito turned and spoke, "I am extremely glad that peace was able to be reached. It seems it took too long to me. I am merely hoping that this peace can be presearved in other parts of the world."

"I imagine you are referring to the conflict brewing in Europe. Do you have any comments on this?"

"Indeed. I am not anxious to go back to war, especially not for so foolish a reason as what Prussia and Anglo-Francia are using. The territories they wish us to give up our rightfully and lawfully ours, and the people within them are Roman citizens, happy with their positions in our Empire."

"Moving back to India now. What will be the main requests of the NRE in this Peace Conference? Will you be willing to pay for any of the damages you helped to cause, especially in the Americas?"

"I will be requesting that my ally, the DDM, be allowed to keep their new territory in Kazakhastan. I also plan on proposing a great deal of cooperation between all of the nations attending the conference. Working together, we can cause as much good for the world as we could harm, if we continue to fight amongst ourselves. And on the subject of the damages in the war, we will of course be willing to pay for our part, as soon as we are able. It seems to me that one of the main focuses of this meeting will be just whose part is whose."

"Could you tell us just what you mean by, 'as soon as we are able'?"

"I merely meant that if we are obliged to spend our money protecting out land and citizens from aggression, we will not be able to pay our part of the reparations until such obligation is gone."

"Of course. A pleasure speaking with you."

Capito smiles and gives acknowledgement before continueing on his way.

"That was Emperor Capito of the NRE, giving his feelings on the Peace Conference and war in Europe. Let us see what the representatives of other nations have to say."

[UncleWolf]

Peace Conference

In the place of the usual Australian Ambassador, a tall woman with fair skin, glasses, brown hair, and wearing the labcoat/robes of the Church of Darwin, steps in. All in all, she looks very professional before speaking into the microphone. Her voice is that of a very well educated woman, each word pronounced exactly how it's meant to be. Before she truly begins though, she'll give each ambassador a greeting in their native tongue.

"I apologize for the absence of our usual Ambassador, but he has removed himself from this at my request, and will return at the next meeting. Many of you know me as Dr. Amanda Finche Darwin, and some may know me as "The Blasphemous Wench"." She tells with a nod to the Pope. "I take no offense at whatever you may call me however, as that is not what Darwin taught us. Names, are not what is important here. Purpose is." She pauses as she takes a sip of clear water, letting it cool down her core just slightly.

She never really did care for public speaking.

"When the plague swept across Australia, we had found ourselves in chaos, with only The Church to take lead. When we did so, it was then that we decided we'd change our goals to something further reaching than mere personal improvement. We believe, in the betterment of all Humankind, and strive towards that with our research. We seek to do what the World Health Organization once did to Smallpox, to wipe out, or at least negate, the effects of illnesses, to remove debilitating conditions from people who otherwise have no choice but to live every day in pain."

She looks over everyone with a sincere and sad gaze. "We look upon a world full of suffering, and then look back at ourselves. We have the ability to heal the broken minds and bodies, and it would be a crime of extreme negligence if we did not use this for the sake of all the peoples of this world. It will be far from easy, and it will be far from cheap, but in the end, I hope you all agree, that the goal would be worth it."

"As my ancestor once said, and as my church believes, there is a single concept that drives us all on through the path of evolution. "Survival of the Fittest". This war, was an example of it. But it was a deplorable one. What most people ignore, is that Competition isn't the only away to achieve this goal. Co-Existence, is the other."

"Competition destroys so many good things. Resources, time, and human drive to name a few, but most importantly, it destroys lives. Lives that could otherwise have been fulfilling and happy, that could have accomplished great feats of mental and physical power if given a chance, all wasted by throwing them at our own unwavering ignorance and unwillingness to think past the next fortnight. Perhaps it was necessary at the time, but in mine, and Australia's opinion, it was nothing but a waste of all too precious people."

Dr. Darwin takes another sip before continuing. "Take a look around at what this has gotten us. Our oceans and land have been defiled, tainted by our own lust and greed in futile struggles, and for what?" She holds up her hand to make sure no one interrupts her. "Whatever the reasons, they are not necessary any more, and if they were, are pointless from my point of view. The horrific damage has already been achieved. No apology could ever hope to fix that."

She stands and straightens herself before speaking again. "As I have said, it is the goal of the Darwinists to seek the betterment of all Humankind. Because of that, our ports and markets will be open for trade with any, and all, of you. We'll gladly provide medical aide to anyone who requires it at this time. However, that said, we will stick with our policy of Neutrality if any such conflicts arise once more. While we care about what happens at this meeting, it is the People, the souls effected by what happens here, today, that are our main concern. I hope that whatever occurs here, that the protection of the Innocents remain our real agenda."

Dr. Darwin gives a deep and slow bow. "Thank you, and may Darwin smile upon you and all your children." She says before taking a seat.

[blackouttwo]

Arrival at Peace Conference

Spoilered for length.

International Contract Negotiator Ronald Smith nervously steps off of a jet, alone, provided by the Provincial Council back in America, waving to many in the crowd at random. He feels quite out of his element, and tries to avoid making too much noise. It likely seems like an under-reaction, considering the purpose for his very presence here. "Hey. Hello. How are you all doing? Can I get through here? Thanks..." And, of course, the reporters surge forward to the head of the crowd. It's impossible to avoid them at such a critical event, and poor Ronald's simply not built for it.

"Mr. Smith! Excuse me! Negotiator! Luke Carlyle, reporter for CNN! Your thoughts on the threat of war in Europe between the Anglo-Francia/Prussian alliance and the NRE?"

The Negotiator choked down a very angry response to that particular question. "America has no interests in Europe." The reporter would not relent. "And what of the delay in the White Spire's payment to America for their part in the war? Many believe your status as International Contract Negotiator is being called into question, an effect of the previous Emperor of America's nepotism-"

"Many, or just you?" Smith is clearly suppressing the urge to just punch the reporter in the teeth. That seems to get the reporter's attention, and Carlyle backs off, only to be replaced by yet another reporter, also from CNN. Judging from the accent, a British reporter, at that.

"Negotiator! Andrew Giles from-"

"CNN. Ask your questions."

"Your thoughts on the Mongol deployment into Panama?"

"Unexpected, and unwarranted. Mongolia's got no interests in Panama we can see, but the lack of hostility between Mongol and Peruvian forces in Panama indicates a military alliance. If Mongolia's really interested in world peace, they wouldn't have done that. They likely know of Peru's intent to invade Mexico, due to a slip-up in some sort of negotiation that we in America were not privy to, likely relating to the Panama situation. If Peru and Mongolia are militarily allied, then Mongolia will be obligated to engage Mexican forces. This indicates they wish to actually continue the war. If Mongolia doesn't pull out of Panama, it's incredibly likely that their forces will fire on Mexican forces, or vice-versa, thus starting this whole World War IV mess all over again."

"A terrifying thought, Negotiator. Let's all hope it doesn't come to that. How about America? How are things holding up in the Warrior Nation?" Giles seems far more personable than the last reporter, and Ronald's beginning to appreciate that.

Smith frowns and looks away from both Giles and the camera as he thinks that one over for a moment. After a solid ten seconds, he turns back to Giles, speaking into the handheld microphone most reporters seem to carry around at all times. "I'm not going to lie, Giles. It's a mess, but it's one we'll clean up. Imperial Guardsmen and Imperial Legionnaires are pulling rubble off the streets, there's civilian bodies everywhere, some of which look like they were gunned down intentionally by invading forces...It's ugly."

"I see. Negotiator, I'm curious as to what you have to say about the deliberate demolition of American monuments in New York and Washington DC. Will you seek retribution against Egypt and the NRE for destroying them?"

"America's going to demand reparations for that. The entire war on the American front was akin to going to a construction worker's home and beating him up for trying to help at a construction site for a shopping mall. You just don't do that. The pointless execution of supposed militia prisoners will be brought to everyone's attention. Egypt stands accused of war crimes by the American government, and both Egypt and the NRE are being held responsible for pointless damages to American property."

"Your opinion seems very...strong for a negotiator from an inherently mercenary nation, Mr. Smith."

"Let's just say I don't like it when people demolish something in my hometown for no tactical reason. Morale purposes, maybe, but America's always held a policy of limited warfare. Civilians are off-limits, monuments are only destroyed if the enemy uses them for cover, and so on. Don't get me wrong, America's soldiers are the best on the planet, but that effectiveness stems from discipline, not ruthlessness. The fact that Egypt and the NRE would stoop so low for a military victory is appalling. We'll be pressing the issue. In light of Egypt's actions in particular, we in America hope to invite representatives from other governments to a conference on war crimes after the peace conference is over. It will likely be discussed alongside a rudimentary draft of what the Provincial Council is calling the 'American Mercenary Accords', a bit of international legislation we hope for everyone to sign that will solidify America's international mercenary-neutrality policy and keep future incidents like the ones in New York and Washington from ever occurring again."

"Admirable, Negotiator! I hope to be reporting on that as well! Well, I'll let you get right to it, then."

"Thank you, Giles." His impromptu interview concluded, he continues through the crowd and towards the building the peace conference was to be held in.

He just hoped nobody realized he'd be backing Mongolia's occupation of Kazakhstan at the conference, yet.

[Murska]

Peru

A reputedly brilliant Peruvian general of even international fame, Gerardo Angres, has held a televized speech to the citizens of Peru as well as the world.

"People of Peru! With a heavy heart I, Gerardo Angres, will as of today again don the mantle of a Peruvian soldier. My retirement has come to it's end not of my own will, but of the sound of a greater call. The future of our nation, which for decades has been hid under the shadow of civil war, has been lit anew. For the first time in many years, we have hope. For the very first time since the government of Agorra, the nation of Peru can stand upright and look other powers in the eye. For we are a single nation, a single people, and we must believe in ourselves to go on and build our nation anew by our own hands!"

Resounding cheers from the audience. After they die down, the General continues.

"But our rivals abroad still seek to undo what we have achieved and bar our way from entering the global stage. First, the so-called government of Panama, ruling with bought mercenaries over their unwilling populace, refused to return to us for fair and just trials the betrayers of the State, who fled aboard with their vast fortunes stolen from the once-fertile soil of Peru itself. We gave them an ultimatum they failed to meet, and so, robbed of any other options, we marched into Panama to take what was rightfully ours.

The war was short, an example of the combined might of Peruvian arms working together against those who would strike them down. It was shown that money can never make men fight as a just cause will. But even as we were negotiating peace, agreeing to very modest reparations from the Panaman state and barely enough soil to bury our dead, another enemy arose. Even as our victorious troops began their march back home, the nation of Mexico, without an ultimatum and with barely a declaration of war before the assault, landed a massive amphibious invasion on our coast, trying to cut off and destroy our army with a surprise assault. They failed, as they will continue to fail until they give in or are destroyed, before our cannons and guns. There is no reason Mexico has given for this unlawful attack, no justification they have stated to back their cause. It is just envy and fear for our might that drives their hand. And they can never triumph with such despicable motives over our rightful glory!"

Another cheer, with Peruvian flags waving in the background. The General raises his fist and slams it at the podium.

"But that is not all. The treacherous Brazilians have attempted to hire American spies and infiltrators on a mission threatening my own life. This personal attack is another example of the fear our neighbours hold for our flame. The Americans claim that they will not accept the mission, but we all know how much they are to be trusted. After all, in a top-secret conversation about the matter one of the Peruvian representatives mentioned the possibility of a Peruvian armed threat on the Mexican border, something our leadership has never even seriously considered. That is the only situation where the matter was mentioned, and suddenly it appears that not only Mexico believes in an upcoming Peruvian attack, but such news are also being broadcasted on world-wide television to all whom it may concern, and those it doesn't.

If you attempt to negotiate with a nation, and the entire transcript of the meeting is leaked to a belligerent nation the very next day, you won't take the word of that nation seriously. Peru will no longer negotiate with the American Empire, will consider an assassination attempt on Peruvian personnel an act of war and will only listen to Mexicans if they are here to present their peace terms, including the complete withdrawal of their forces from all Peruvian territories.

Now, my beloved patriotic Peruvians, I depart for the front. I will command our army to victory over the Mexican forces. I will drive them back into the sea they spawned from, until they throw themselves at my mercy. The rightful wrath of the people will not be stopped!"

The last cheer begins before the feed cuts off, as the General walks to a waiting army helicopter.

[UncleWolf]

To Russia and India. ++++-


Greetings. We recognize that you have remained Neutral in the useless struggle between the so-called Axis and Allied powers, and would like to open up trade. It is our goal to bring further peace, and if you are willing to help us, we can provide technology to help repair the damages war has brought to us.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Peru ++++-
No more negotiations? And we were doing so well.

You really need to learn some degree of professionalism. Publicly leaking such dirty little details as our negotiations with Brazil is bad for business all around. We are the weapon, not the wielder. A few dead politicians, or a dead general, hardly warrants a declaration of war.

AE to Mexico ++++-
Alright, change of plans. America's willing to negotiate for a contract modification. The contract will shift from garrison duty to an assault contract, and we'll deploy ++- Military into Panama. We get the Canal as a land grant, as before, but top it off by adding full expense-coverage, and +- Economy as payment, plus everything originally agreed-upon. Alpha Protocol will also be attempting to eliminate the entire Peruvian military command, and any politicians in favor of the war. Consider it cheap; we just want a commissioned technology project for full battlefield intelligence, and - Economy for the decapitation of Peru's military.

AE to DDM +++++-
Sorry for the public claim that you're intending to prolong the war; necessary given the secrecy of what we actually have planned. We intend to play it off as a complete surprise when you actually jump into the Panama conflict on Mexico's side. Our Contract Negotiator will publicly be supporting your claim to Kazakhstan, by the way.

We still intend to take the Panama Canal, as per our agreement with Mexico, but that general's got to go, and preferably his compatriots. We'd like to conduct a joint Alpha Protocol-COBRA operation to completely decapitate the Peruvian military, and preferably their political hierarchy as well. Just completely remove the head from the serpent. For the operation, we'll grant you half the bounty on the Peruvian general.

On a secondary note, we'd like to discuss the possibility of war-games to show a sign of international unity. Friendly competition between formerly hostile armies. DDM forces vs. the Imperial Legions. No wagers, nothing lethal, just for sport.

AE to Japan ++++-
We'd like to talk to you about a joint Alpha Protocol-STG operation in Peru. The possibility exists that COBRA will also be participating. If all of our intelligence networks operate together, we may be able to completely decapitate the Peruvian military and political hierarchy.

[Murska]

Peru


No more negotiations? And we were doing so well.

You really need to learn some degree of professionalism. Publicly leaking such dirty little details as our negotiations with Brazil is bad for business all around. We are the weapon, not the wielder. A few dead politicians, or a dead general, hardly warrants a declaration of war.


An unnamed diplomat is quoted to have replied with:

"Oh, publically leaking details from negotiations such as our supposed 'plans' to attack Mexico? Riiight."

[Turalisj]

Egypt

A reporter appears on the television, behind him march soldiers armored in the new Apophis-Class heavy assault armor. Buildings can be seen, the drapes of the Grand Minister being replaced with a new flag. The camera switched back to the soldiers, who could be seen leading General Imhotep in chains.

"This is Gary Oak with CNN reporting live at the Egyptian capital of Cairo. It seems for the past month, there has been a quiet revolt happening. A faction known as the Bene Gesserit have assumed control of the Egyptian government and military. This came after the announcement of a cease fire, as General Imhotep was captured on his flight back and the Grand Minister [redacted] was assassinated.

It appears, yes, the new leader of the country Leto Atredies, is about to make a speech."

The camera shifted to the podium where a young man stood, flanked by Sardaukar troopers, their black armor providing a stark contrast to Leto's white robes. "People of Egypt, at long last this war has ended. Our soldiers have returned home, sadly fewer in number, but greater in experience! They have faced a force who calls themselves the masters of war and brought them to their knees.

Peace has finally returned to the world, for now. Egypt will return to the neutrality that we had held in the past, existing to assist the trade and economy of other nations.

But Ronald Smith of the American Empire threatens to shatter this peace. He asks for money from us as payment for his unwarranted attack on our ally. This is an insult to both the intelligence and integrity of the Egyptian people and the world at large. It is a nation of nothing more than mercenaries and bandits, seeking to gain money where ever possible, even at the cost of the lives of their own people."

[Honorbound]

The Japanese Republic's arrival to the peace conferral.

President Duo Maxwell, and Chief Advisor Domon Kasshu arrived to the Indian peace conference, walking down the street after taking a small tour of the city before the conference began. Duo began walking down the long sidewalk, but was stopped by a reporter.

Mr. Maxwell! Mr. Maxwell! I am Chell Wheatly, reporter for CNN. Why did you nation invade Mongolia unannounced?

Duo stopped, and turned to the reporter. The reason we entered unannounced was to stop the war from escalating. But it seems our call on that was drastically wrong, and what we did was one of the reasons the war grew so big.

So does that mean you admit Japan's reason for entering the war was wrong?

No, not at all. Each nation fought for what they believed in. Some of their beliefs may have been unjust, but that is for their people to say. Though I can say for certain that Japan did what we thought was absolutely necessary at the time.

What was Japan's reason for entering the war then?

We wanted to protect the nations whom were unjustly invaded, but as I already stated earlier, our call only brought them more chaos, and for that Japan apologizes.

Do you think that apologizing for that makes Japan look weak?

Not at all. Any man can hide from his mistakes, but it takes a real man to admit them.


One last question Mr. Maxwell. Does Japan hold any grudges towards the Axis nations?

Japan holds no grudges towards any nation. Now it is not the time to hold a grudge, the world is in chaos. And if we could cause that much chaos while fighting amongst each other, just think of all the good we can bring to the world if we simply work together.

Thank you for your time Mr. Maxwell.

Any time, have a good day Ms. Wheatly.

Duo began his walk to the conference once more, but was almost suddenly stopped by another reporter. Duo raised an eyebrow at him.

Hello Mr. Maxwell, I am Jonathan Andrew, reporter from CNN. What are you thoughts on the rising conflict in Africa, Europe, and Panama?

Japan does not support either side of the conflict in any of those nations. We plan to help neither side specifically, but we still plan to continue trade with them all as long as nothing drastic happens. But Japan will attempt to help the civilians in the countries at conflict if they ask for aid.

So Japan has no plans for entering any other wars?

Correct, Japan plans to go back to the neutrality it once held. Armed conflict is not a good solution to any problem, and should be avoided when possible.

Does Japan have any demands to make at this peace conference? Any plans to help rebuild the countries that were destroyed by the war?

Japan only has suggestions on what is to be done. This is a peace conference, not a surrender for either side. Therefore no demands should be made here, only recommendations.

Does Japan have any specific recommendations that they are going to make at the conference?

You will find out soon enough. Duo replied politely.

Thank you for your time Mr. Maxwell.

Not a problem.

Duo, and Domon continued on their walk up to the conference building once more.

[Pahvimato]

DDM

To WAU: +++++-
We have noticed the war you are in wasn't as easy as you predicted. We are sending you nuclear missiles. They should easily win the war for you. We are not asking anything for them yet, but we will get back to it on a later date.

To Peru: +++++-
We have noticed the war you are in wasn't as easy as you predicted. We are sending you nuclear missiles. They should easily win the war for you. We are not asking anything for them yet, but we will get back to it on a later date.

To Oceania: +++++-
We are sending you nuclear missiles to boost your defence. They should easily win any war for you. We are not asking anything for them yet, but we will get back to it on a later date.

[Murska]

Three NPCs to DDM (+++++-):

Peru seems enthusiastic for a way to get back at the Americans. They promise to continue cooperation with you.

WAU agrees on granting you the mining rights that were being negotiated if the weapons work as expected.

Oceania seems a bit wary of you, but hey, free nukes? Sure.

[blackouttwo]

AE to DDM +++++-
Sorry for the public claim that you're intending to prolong the war; necessary given the secrecy of what we actually have planned. We intend to play it off as a complete surprise when you actually jump into the Panama conflict on Mexico's side. Our Contract Negotiator will publicly be supporting your claim to Kazakhstan, by the way.

We still intend to take the Panama Canal, as per our agreement with Mexico, but that general's got to go, and preferably his compatriots. We'd like to conduct a joint Alpha Protocol-COBRA operation to completely decapitate the Peruvian military, and preferably their political hierarchy as well. Just completely remove the head from the serpent. For the operation, we'll grant you half the bounty on the Peruvian general.

On a secondary note, we'd like to discuss the possibility of war-games to show a sign of international unity. Friendly competition between formerly hostile armies. DDM forces vs. the Imperial Legions. No wagers, nothing lethal, just for sport.

[Pahvimato]

To AE: +++++-
We think the international 'war games' are a good idea. We will participate, if you organize such an event.

[blackouttwo]

AE to DDM +++++-
Excellent. Remember, non-lethal combat practices only for such an exercise. Let's see if we can't broadcast it, get some excitement out of the population.

On that note, we'd also like to approach you about a possible investment opportunity. We want to take your criminals off your hands.

[Pahvimato]

DDM to AE: +++++-

Our prisoners are highly productive. We need them, and they have to pay their debt to the society. They are currently rebuilding Kazakhstan.

[blackouttwo]

AE to DDM +++++-
We are aware of that, but we have another option. They can be used to bolster national pride and healthy international competition, while cleaning the riff-raff out of everyone's prisons and simultaneously allowing everyone involved to turn a profit, even on a local level.

Are you interested in hearing what I have to offer?

[Pahvimato]

DDM to AE: +++++-
Of course. Say what you have to offer, so we can think about it.

[blackouttwo]

AE to DDM
Simply put, a type of bloodsport, with the use of military hardware by trained convicts, specially-constructed arenas, and advertisements that private businesses can rent. It may seem immoral at first, but keep in mind we will only be sending in the most destructive and violent criminals to fight one another. Prisoners from all over the world will fight to redeem themselves in the eyes of their countrymen, and likely end up dying.

Especially when we send in the gunships for surprise strafing runs on the arena to force all the criminals to stop fighting for a moment. America will naturally hold exclusive rights to the arenas themselves, but foreign powers will be able to use the opportunity to bolster their own economies by increasing spending on luxuries - Such as the opportunity to view such deathmatches live. There will be minimal outcry from the international community because there is no international community.

Tell me, do they have pay-per-view in Mongolia?

[Pahvimato]

DDM to AE: +++++-
This sounds like a good idea.

If we get a bit larger share of the profit than the other countries partipicating (of course you would still benefit the most, as you are paying for the arenas and all...) we can provide A LOT of cannon fodder to create different kinds of scenarions.

How will 1000 unarmed players cope against a few dozen heavily armed ones?

[blackouttwo]

AE to DDM +++++-
No, no, no, we don't want this to become organized and legalized massacres of unarmed prisoners. We want this to be legitimate, fair fights between teams of prisoners from every country on Earth. Let's face it - War is inevitable among humans. This is a healthy way to boost international pride and cooperation, lower prison maintenance costs, and let everyone get their 'war fix.'

The idea is that every country is responsible for their own increased profit. We broadcast the fights to your own country more or less free of charge, but the thing is that your own local television stations charge for pay-per-view opportunities, thus increasing spending, which in turn boosts your economy. This increases the chance for mutual profit without anyone having to actually pay anybody else.

Prisoners would mostly be equipped and armed based on a 'credit' system. Based on whether or not they win matches and kill large numbers of other convicts, they'd be granted access to superior weapons and body armor, and possibly even that power armor you were fielding during the war. Everyone would be outfitted with cast-off or outdated weapons at first, to ensure that everyone gets a good laugh out of their guns jamming on a consistent basis as they try to kill each-other.

Other match types would exist, such as Capture the Flag games, and a few interesting ideas such as deploying a prison guard or extremely psychotic prisoner into the arena in a suit of power armor, and every other convict simply tries to survive. There's a lot of options for this, and most of them are economic in nature.

[Pahvimato]

DDM to AE: +++++-
I think I will be able to get those jamming guns at least, considering the state of my the Mongolian military... :smallamused:

We can also provide the Power Armor, although I think that you can do that just as well :smallfurious:

[blackouttwo]

AE to DDM +++++-
Oh, right, the salvage. Don't worry, we're still poking that with nerds and homeless people to see what happens when we do certain things.

And for the record, we are keeping the salvaged suits. But that's neither here nor there.

Either way, if you're interested, I'd like to ask one favor of you - Pressure Egypt to take back any and all negative comments, and maybe punch up America's status on the world stage as a legitimate nation. I'm already extending them the same offer over secure channels and would like to help push that along more smoothly. Words coming from you would help.

[Pahvimato]

DDM to AE: ++++-
Don't worry, we will keep all the salvaged things too.

I can help you build your reputation, but only if you agree to what we discussed about the Panama situation.

[blackouttwo]

AE to DDM +++++-
We can't give you money for the Panama Canal. As a sign of international unity and solidarity, you can hand it off to Mexico. It shows Mongolia's serious about world peace. Handing the Canal off to Mexico will in turn ensure they hand it off to America. Mongolia ends up looking like they're going straight, which will help you and the rest of the Axis immensely, and America gets the Canal.

[Murska]

India to Australia:

Trade is a good way to further peace and lessen misconceptions about the cultural differences of others. We agree.

[IcemanJRC]

Announcement to the World
Ahem... the Chief Director of Russia, Mr. Marx, approaches the lectern set up for his announcement. He smoothed his hair and sighed,
Hello World. I have very exciting news for you all. Russian scientists have just made a wonderful breakthrough. One of the worlds "modern plagues", as we have called it, is no longer a problem. We have discovered a cure for cancer. We will be providing it at the lowest price we can facilitate to all countries interested. This is a proud time for us here and we hope that with the advent of this invention, more countries will become interested in working with Russia in our humanitarian efforts. If you are interested, please contact us to assist in our next project, thank you.
His voice cracks on the last word, he smiles awkwardly and tugs at his tie, leaving the lectern with a wave and large smile plastered on his face. The Russian leaders have never been good speakers, but they were sure good at delivering good news.

Russia to Australia

Trade would be greatly appreciated. We would love to begin negotiations whenever you are ready.

[UncleWolf]

Russia

Congratulations with the medical breakthrough. We would like to offer our research to help you forward your own technologies in return for financial services.

India

Thank you for your reply. We look forward to trading many goods and services with you, both physical and spiritual.

To Everyone

We wish to set up churches around the world, to help offer our aid in times of need and to help dispel the misconceptions that surround the Darwinists. They would also preform as our Embassies to your great nations.

[Turalisj]

To Australia

There will be no foreign churches set up within the country of Egypt.

[Murska]

NPCs to Australia:

AF: No.
Prussia: One church/embassy in Berlin, fine.
WAU/EAC: Too busy to answer, don't care either way. Those countries are in poor shape right now.
Madagaskar: Sure.
Siam: No.
India: Free religion here.
South Africa: I suppose.
Aurora: State-supervised churches in the largest cities.
Argentina/Brazil: No.
Peru: No answer so far.
Panama: No answer.
Oceania: One church, state-controlled, in the capital. (Strong islamist population is against it.)
Persia: NO!
Oman: Okay.

[IcemanJRC]

To Australia

We would be delighted to assist in funding Australian research and incorporate Darwinist Facilities in Russia, may we suggest Moscow? Is their any projects that Australia would like to incorporate Russia into currently?

[UncleWolf]

Australia to NPCS:


To those who decline: Very well, but if possible, we would still like to be able to trade with you. We can offer advanced medical and biological technologies and services.
WAU/EAC: We will set up churches and provide care for the wounded in your struggles.
Prussia/Madagascar/India/Oman/South Africa: Thank you.
Aurora/Oceania: We agree to the terms and promise we will not start trouble.

To Egypt:

Very well, but we would still like to open up trade with you. Is this allowable?

To Russia:

There are a few projects we are working on that will allow us to get rid of the damages this war has caused.

[Murska]

NPCs to Australia:

Everyone agrees to trade.

[IcemanJRC]

To Australia

Funding will be provided as long as we can or until the projects cease to facilitate the humanitarian efforts we wish to see.

[blackouttwo]

AE to Australia ++++-
Request denied.

AE to Russia ++++-
We're aware you're interested primarily in humanitarian efforts, but we'd like to ensure the political power this effort gives you is protected from spies that want to take advantage of the opportunity. More nefarious parties may be interested in sabotaging your efforts, on top of that. We'd like to offer defensive espionage services for some Econ for a few turns.

We're also trying to bring some degree of international legitimacy to the American mercenary trade, to be discussed after the Conference, alongside an international conference on war crimes. We'd like your support in this matter.

We'd also like to offer you an opportunity to lower your prison maintenance costs slightly and increase potential revenue in your country. All we want to do is take anyone genuinely dangerous in your prisons off your hands. This may also assist with healthy international competition and unity on a non-warlike level. Interested?

AE to EAC and WAU ++++-
We'd like to offer our services for some minor espionage operations. Commando raids, scouting, etc. Temporary econ will be good, considering we know the economic states of both of your countries. We won't carry out any high-profile missions, however, without exceptional payment.

We're also trying to bring some degree of international legitimacy to the American mercenary trade, to be discussed after the Conference, alongside an international conference on war crimes.

We'd also like to offer you an opportunity to lower your prison maintenance costs slightly and increase potential revenue in your country. All we want to do is take anyone genuinely dangerous in your prisons off your hands. This may also assist with healthy international competition and unity on a non-warlike level. Interested?

AE to Egypt ++++-
We'd like to apologize for our Negotiator's claims. We were unaware of your regime change, and will retract the claims of war crimes and demands for reparations. New leaders, new rules, after all.

However, we are interested in some technology-trading. We have some low-grade technologies to offer, and would like to make a display of international peace and unity at the Conference. We'd like it if you retracted the comments about America being a, quote, 'nation of bandits.' Maybe punch up our reputation a little with some healthy compliments and noteworthy claims of battlefield honor. We're trying to bring some degree of international legitimacy to the American mercenary trade, to be discussed after the Conference, alongside an international conference on war crimes.

We'd also like to offer you an opportunity to lower your prison maintenance costs slightly and increase potential revenue in your country. All we want to do is take anyone genuinely dangerous in your prisons off your hands. This may also assist with healthy international competition and unity on a non-warlike level. Interested?

AE to Peru ++++-
Listen, we'd like to apologize for all this stuff we've been doing. We wanna take your convicts off your hands as an apology. It'll free up some prison maintenance funds and give you a possible shot at generating revenue, as an added bonus. You'll see what we have planned, and you'll probably love it.

If you're interested, let us know, and only send us the psychopaths and legitimately dangerous convicts. Better to let them run amok in our prisons than in your's. You won't regret it.

AE to White Spire ++++-
Seriously, guys, your bill. Pay it.

AE to Mexico ++++-
We wanna take your convicts off your hands. It'll free up some prison maintenance funds and give you a possible shot at generating revenue, as an added bonus. You'll see what we have planned later, and you'll probably love it.

AE to NRE ++++-
Want some espionage support for the upcoming aggression from Anglo-Francia? We can't deploy military forces to support you, but we're offering a premium contract. + Econ for attempts at recon and providing battlefield intelligence. This will have to wait until our mess in Peru is over with, but we'll see what assets we can free up.

[Murska]

EAC and WAU to AE:

WAU: Well, some recon operations would be nice. We'll pay - Temp Econ. As for the prisoners, we'll think about it once this war is sorted out.
EAC: Sorry, we're unable to afford it.

Peru to AE:

We don't really trust you. Maybe after we see what you have planned. Assuming the Mexicans have stopped shooting at us by then.

[PeacefulWar]

Mexico to AE
Recent espionage already lets me know your plan... I constantly watch Mongolia... We have tons for drug lords and dangerous prisoners (Approx 5k-10k) Agree to give us a share of the "war games" income to help us pay for the war in Panama and you can have them all!

Mexico to Peru
This is unfortunate. The Americans had given me false information stating that you were going to invade Mexico, so to stop you I attacked Panama. I already enlisted both America's and Mongolia's help to remove you from Panama so I believe this is a one sided fight. Now I would just leave but I promised America the Panama Canal.

I've thought up a plan: I give you Ion Technology, and you withdraw from Panama and give it back to its original government. This way neither of us take heavy losses (and I believe Mongolia is looking at getting assistance for the invasion of Peru) and you get + military. What do you think?

[blackouttwo]

AE to Mexico ++++-
For one, I saw your message to Peru. Are you an imbecile in every sense of the word?

Two, that is not the premise behind our idea. The war-games are a separate matter entirely, and I am curious as to how you found out about it.

Three, we'll broadcast what happens to you, and you get to generate revenue from pay-per-view. It is not that difficult.

AE to Peru ++++-
Oh, not to worry. We'll be patient.

AE to WAU ++++-
Tell you what, you tell Mongolia to give us the Panama Canal in Panama, we'll help you out with some low-key operations. There's been comm chatter between you two, so I need to suspect they're helping you somehow.

AE to EAC ++++-
Eh, we'll need to turn your offer down. Far too little.

[Murska]

Peru to Mexico:

Well, we already made peace with Panama and were in the process of withdrawing at the time of your invasion. We can amend the peace terms to not include any control over the Panama Canal, as long as our civilian shipping is free to use it.

We do not care for Panaman soil, you can have it if you wish. We did, however, force them to cede a small strip of their southern territories as a buffer zone - it doesn't hold any natural resource deposits or cities so we would rather keep it if you don't mind.

Peru to DDM:
Both the Mexicans and the Americans are busy blaming each other and you for their mistakes. They're actually claiming that you intend to invade us. Laughable, isn't it?

As for your troops at the Canal, we do not care what happens to it so long as our civilian vessels are free to pass through. Sell it to Mexico for all we care. Please do not bomb it, however.

[blackouttwo]

America to Oceania
Want some espionage or military technology? We've got war debts to cover, and you look like prospective customers.

America to Aurora
Want some espionage or military technology? We've got war debts to cover, and you look like prospective customers.

America to Brazil
Despite the whole comm leaks thing, we're interested in seeing if you're up for buying some military technology.

America to Argentina
Want some espionage or military technology? We've got war debts to cover, and you look like prospective customers.

America to South Africa
Want some espionage or military technology? We've got war debts to cover, and you look like prospective customers.

America to Siam
Want some espionage or military technology? We've got war debts to cover, and you look like prospective customers.

America to Madagaskar
Want some espionage or military technology? We've got war debts to cover, and you look like prospective customers.

America to Oman
Want some espionage or military technology? We've got war debts to cover, and you look like prospective customers.

[Murska]

NPCs to AE:

Most nations politely refuse.
Siam asks for specifics on the military stuff.
Aurora states that they're interested in technologies that advance humanity, not ones that ravage it further. Besides, they're spending their money on humanitarian efforts in Africa, unlike some folks.
Brazil implies that the amount they'd be paying for the success of your project is the extent of what they're willing to spend.

[blackouttwo]

America to Aurora
Hey, there's such a thing as protection. Some of this tech we're offering is actually useful for methods other than going to beat someone else over the head. Need to keep ne'er do-wells out of your country? We've got what you need. It's not some binding military alliance, just a sale.

America to Siam
Enhanced Guidance Software. Works sort of like a combination between an enhanced GPS system, and a basic targeting computer. It'll go well with mechanized infantry and tanks, or jets and if you somehow get power armor, you can probably put it in that, too. Very nice piece of software. Easy to integrate with other systems.

[Murska]

Siam to AE:

Hm. Sounds potentially useful, I suppose. Nothing revolutionary, though. We'll think about it.

[PeacefulWar]

Mexico to Peru
So here are the peace terms then...
1. You withdraw from Panama
2. You get to use the canal as you wish for non-military vessels
3. You get to keep the strip of land that is your buffer zone

I'm sure you don't trust me, but to improve our relationship we would like to begin trading with you, civilian goods only of course.

Mexico to AE
We are ending the war with Peru in Panama, whats wrong with that? They didn't attack me after all as you said they would.
The prisoners are yours, if you pay to have an arena built in Mexico City. You will also pay for the prisoners upkeep and for the maintenance of the facility and also for the security to keep them escaping correct? If you awnsered yes to all of those questions the prisoners are yours.

Mexico to DDM
Peru will be leaving Panama, please allow them to "retreat" peacefully.

[IcemanJRC]

To America

We do not believe that espionage will be a problem in the future, but will keep in mind that you made this offer. We appreciate your interest in the continuation of our efforts.

Russia will gladly support America in these matters.

What do you intend to do with these prisoners? We are not familiar with the American legal system or the prison situation, could you explain your intentions?

[blackouttwo]

AE to Mexico
I never said they were going to attack you. I said you were entering a war with them by going to liberate Panama, and it was my assumption they planned to occupy it. I didn't lie to you; I was misinformed. But you're bribing Peru to back off and withdraw. If they don't hold to their end of the agreement, you'll have given them Ion weapons to come back and fight you with. It was a bad move.

Now, about the arena in Mexico City. My answer is 'no.' But when you transfer the prisoners to our jurisdiction, they officially become our problem. The arenas stay in America. That is a number-one ground rule.

AE to Russia
Never let it be said America is an amoral band of mercenaries. We try to stay legitimate. We're not the bad guys; we just do gritty work in bad times. Someone has to do it, so it might as well not be you, am I right?

As for the prisoners, not to worry. If they're convicted of anything extremely violent - Rape, multiple counts of premeditated murder, and so on - they should get precisely what they deserve. So long as they're in prison for life sentences or on death row, it won't be anything that the international community would consider 'bad.' Besides, what have you got to lose?

[IcemanJRC]

To America

Russia no longer issues life sentences or capital punishment. It is not humane. We have a rehabilitation and crime management system set up that has proved effective. Our prisons are more like therapy groups than anything. We do not approve and will be keeping our criminals in Russia. However, we do agree that your mercenary work is a legitimate business, and will support your claim to legitimacy.

[blackouttwo]

America to Russia
America practices the death penalty in extreme circumstances. Rape, premeditated murder, and so on. Execution by firing squad is the norm for such offenses, but we're light on everything else to the point where we permit criminals with a sentence of four years or longer to work off their sentences in the military for a standard term of service. They get a shorter sentence instead of citizenship. It's efficient.

As for what we had planned - It was, essentially, a bloodsport. Psychotic convicts, or those whom have been deemed extremely detrimental to society, would be permitted to fight for the amusement of the masses. Humanity claims to have evolved past such things, but Egypt has executed civilian militia, and Peru recently put down a revolt and then blamed Panama.

Humanity simply isn't ready to accept your viewpoint. We can sympathize. We can also capitalize on their brutality for mutual profit.

[IcemanJRC]

To America

Russia will not be participating, we ask that you cease talk of this now. Russia will not hold this against America but we refuse to participate in this "bloodsport". We do not approve of this idea.