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1) Regarding Arcadia, I feel like a name change wouldn't be necessary, though I wouldn't be against it if that is what you want to do.
2) When it comes down to the descendants of the royal Dynasty from before Alex's reign, I'm not entirely sure what would be the best course of action for you to take with them. Perhaps some have gone off to create their own family business while others moved on to become authors or artists of some kind?...I feel like it would be interesting if there was a member of the family that decided to distance themselves from the family name after Alex's rise to power, living their lives out as a normal citizen and thus tending to be left out of family affairs or forgotten about. Maybe something could come from that?
3) Name suggestions are perhaps the most difficult part. Realistically speaking, most Cybusians that have never been associated with Earth would not have names based on those from the Terran languages, but we don't really have to worry about that here. When it comes down to coming up with an original name for you to use, that is where things get a bit complicated since everyone tends to have trouble in this department (at least for a time)...Anyway, the best I can come up with is Eldric, which is clumsily taken from "Eldritch" since I know you are a fan of Lovecraft. Even though I am not sure if it makes for a good Family Name, it definitely seems to be a bit fitting for your nation.
Thanks y'all! I appreciate your feedback.
The more ancient name could be an interesting thing to consider! That being said, some of the oldest noble families do have some Eastern Europeanish names (the Vostrovs, Sokolovs), and many have English names (Waites, Hartman’s, Cawl’s). Abrasax sounds kind of exotic
I like your proposal with some wanting nothing to do with the family Fel!
Eldric is an interesting name idea! You have a point with the lack of familiarity with Terran languages, but I don’t particularly want to create a brand new language.
Hello everybody, I'd like to announce a major land deal I've brokered between Orson and Cybus, regarding the establishment of a Cybusian Empire in Africa. In exchange for the NNF territories of Kenya, Uganda, and South Sudan, Orson has ceded Tanzania, Rwanda, and Burundi (former German East Africa) to Cybus. The Cybusian state will also take possession of the NNF territory of Namibia (also a former German colony). I hope this will bring a renewed dimension of roleplay to the African continent, and also help Cybus along on his project to recreate some semblance of the German overseas empire. As always, my thanks goes out to both Cybus and Orson for their cooperation.
I sincerely appreciate both the effort you put into this and Orson’s agreeableness. I really appreciate this! I intend to develop a network of mines, ports, and tourist destinations, among other things, all throughout Cybusian (and German) Africa. I’ll be working to move these territories into the Imperial canon.
Expect lots of D’Anconia mines, especially in Namibia, since there’s a direct border with the Wagain Empire. And several airship ports, cruise liner ports, and more.
I imagine the tensions between our nation will be even more intense, as the Cybusian Empire now shares a direct land border with Orson. Our strict border policy actually makes more sense now.
Recently, I've been watching videos and reading about the old concept of a filibuster (not the US Senate term), where someone engages in an unauthorized expedition into a foreign nation to try and start a revolution. Private citizens from the US did this frequently throughout Latin America in the 19th century. I could easily see such filibusters being sponsored in Orson, with the goal of "liberating" Namibia and Tanzania from Cybusian oppression, much like past calls for German independence.
Glad y'all enjoyed it! Indeed, Aturo's history explains the state of the modern Orson Empire very well. Many Orsonians actually consider the Empire to be ruled by a "New Guinean dictatorship" due to the territory's enormous influence.
Oceara, Cybus1, and Novo Wagondia
Ah yes, filibusters. They are an interesting bunch! I particularly find William Walker interesting.
I can see that happening as well, but maybe in the opposite direction, with Cybusians attempting to inspire rebellion against Turners regime.
Of course, we’d militarize the border and keep a fairly large ground force there; our superior technology would give us a huge edge in combat against filibusters or if Turner or a particularly suicidal warlord during one of the civil wars decided to attack us. Torchwood would have a fairly high presence to identify and either monitor or eliminate Inquisition or MOSS agents attempting to infiltrate the area.
Turner has no qualms with the Cybusians and does not buy into the conspiracy theories, but there are of course many extremists who do. There would be numerous militants over the years trying to cause problems in those regions, but easily defeated by advanced Cybusian technology.
Would the Federalists and Unified Front be allowed to station forces in Cybusian territory? It could be a major factor in the Third Civil War's success.
The mention of filibusters reminds me of an Idea I had to create a mad scientist that would try to boot the Cybusians off the planet with plans that sound like something one would only think of in the context of a supervillain trying to conquer the world.
Would need to come up with a sufficiently elaborate plan that would be worthy of sending torchwood agents on a "Stop the Supervillain" kind of mission though. Definitely will keep you updated if one comes to mind.
Reminds me of the old Ocearan Emperor and his antics. There would definitely be Orsonians willing to cooperate with them if interested.
Oceara and Novo Wagondia
After speaking with Oceara, I've also made the decision to cede the NNF territory of Cabo Verde to the West Africa Confederation, given its geographic and cultural connection to the rest of the region.
Hmm. That depends on if Alex can be won over -a difficult prospect, but potentially doable- and made to overlook the Torchwood goal of keeping Orson at war to avoid space colonization. If he can be made to see the benefits, he may agree to let them station forces there (and thus override any objections by anyone and everyone below him in the chain of command).
That would require a representative traveling to Arcadia though. An actual official like Mary Dara would be able to gain an audience with Alex of the request was framed urgently enough, but I think she’s dead by this point in addition to being pro-Empire and a Pipeline theorist.
However, if they were successful, it might lead to a slight “thaw” in relations between Cybusians and Orsonians.
Yeah, that’s the kind of thing that would have Forge staring at his desk, confused by what’s in the report he just read.
The Empire does have its share of mad scientists though, so it may be somewhat less surprising.
Travelling from the Fazenda Montenegro into Santa Catalina, Jerick Pallas has approached UCP Representative Henry Whaite in his office there to ask a favor. He apologizes for arriving with no notice, but could not risk sending a message and having it be intercepted by Orsonian agents; Pallas knows that Whaite's office is likely protected from espionage by Torchwood. Additionally, the Paramount Committee and the Unified Front leadership would almost certainly oppose his intentions for the meeting and move to block it entirely, so Pallas is having to do this in secrecy. Pallas is asking Whaite for a possible audience with Emperor Mercer to discuss stationing elements of the Blue Army and UF paramilitaries in Tanzania, Namibia, Burundi, and Rwanda. A second revolution is being planned against Orson, and the revolutionaries would need areas where they could mobilize, rearm and resupply without the threat of Imperial interference. Seeing as relations between the Cybusian and Orsonian governments are bitter, it would be in the interests of the Cybusians to support a regime change. Finally, Pallas wants to garner the support of Evolved and Cybusian-Orsonians to launch a filibuster of their own against the Orsonian government. Pallas considers Whaite a friend and ally of the movement, and thus trusts him with this information.
Indeed, Cabo Verde is a core Territory of Mali in my new canon. Having been conquered in the Malian-Iberian War of 1588-1603(which would be before the Mali Empire's coastal control started to dwindle in the EoA timeline) and is a critical component in the conditions required to enable the Mali Confederation to form in 1800 from it's economic, political, military, and diplomatic value to the Malians.
In WW1 it would be an important site of Naval battles as the Archipelago being in the hands of the Imperial Mali Confederation allowed Central powers subs to have higher efficiency in spotting Wagain shipping during the war when searching for targets due to the constricting effect on the shipping lanes from the state of war between the Central Powers and the Entente. These naval engagements are likely to be the only battles between Malian and Wagain forces in the war, and post-war as part of the Malians' treaty with the Entente Cabo Verde will be put under Entente Occupation with the control of the Occupation belonging to Wagondia.
Throughout the Interwar period the West African government would seek to align with the Allies and secure the ending of the Occupation.
(This is a brief rundown, I'll post a more in depth examination of the history of the area and it's importance to the history of the country)
Ambassador Whaite is pleased to hear of this. He has always been a supporter of the Federalists, and more generally for reform in Orson but recognizes that sometimes violence is necessary. He has agreed to the idea, but he has no authority over any kind of internal affairs. He will request an audience with the Emperor, recognizing that time is of the essence. He’s also very aware that this could help improve relations between the Empire and the Orsonians, if the revolution is successful. He will be in touch with further developments.
Pallas is extremely grateful for Whaite's help. He has returned to the Fazenda Montenegro to continue his work and awaits a reply from the Cybusians.
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A few days later (it would take some time for the issue to be debated, approval granted, etc);
Henry has contacted Pallas and informed him that the Emperor has agreed to an audience, if Whaite will accompany him. The two will be meeting the Emperor himself, with no one else present aside from his personal guards. A shuttle can be dispatched to collect the two on any date which Pallas can find to get away from his fellow revolutionaries without arousing suspicion.
-City Overview-
Formal Name: 高雄市 (Kaohsiung City)
State/Province:
N/A (Kaohsiung itself is a Special Municipality, an administrative division equal to that of a Province)
Leader of Local Government:
陳其邁 (Chen Chi-mai)
Metro Population: 3,023,225 (2018)
-Infrastructure-
Mark all that apply to the candidate city:
[✓] Taxi Service
[✓] City Bus Service
[] Coach Bus Service (long-distance routes)
[] Trolleybus Service
[✓] Subway/Underground Service
[✓] Tram/Light Rail Service
[✓] Commuter Rail Service
[✓] High Speed Rail Service
[] Ferry/River Taxi Service
What is/are the major airport(s)?: Kaohsiung International Airport (alternatively known as Siaogang Airport)
What are the nearest port facilities?:
Port of Kaohsiung (alternatively known as Kaohsiung Harbor)
-Liveability and Cultural Experience-
Which of the following pertain to the candidate city? Give examples where possible:
[] World-class museums and galleries
[✓] Major research universities (National Sun Yat-sen University • National Kaohsiung University of Science and Technology)
[✓] Public libraries (Kaohsiung Public Library + Branches)
[✓] Major sports teams
(CPC Corporation Football/Soccer Club • Taiwan Power Company Football/Soccer Club)
[✓] Historic districts (Linyuan + Zuoying + Gushan Districts - Contains artifacts from early Neolithic civilizations • Lingya + Fongshan Districts - Administrative Centers of Kaohsiung)
[✓] Waterfront space (Undergoing major development into tourism and entertainment center as of 2020)
[✓] Ample green space
[✓] Vibrant nightlife
[✓] Notable arts or cultural celebrations
(http://travelkaohsiung.com/maps-guides/festivals-events-kaohsiung/)
[✓] Major performing arts venues
(National Kaohsiung Center for the Arts)
Are there nature preserves or wilderness areas easily accessible from the city?:
Yes
What are the most popular recreational activities?:
Hiking • Biking • Mountain Biking • Water Skiing • Running • Photography • Visiting Parks • Performing Art
What are the most popular tourist attractions?: 85 Sky Tower • Dream Mall Ferris Wheel • Kaohsiung Harbor • Pier-2 Art Center • E-DA Theme Park • Kaohsiung Metropolitan Park • Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts • Taroko Park • Shoushan Mountain • Love River • Cijin Island • Sizihwan • Dapingding Tropical Botanical Garden • Yushan National Park • Lotus Pond • Dragon & Tiger Pagodas • Kaohsiung Night Markets
-Demographics Profile-
Majority Ethnicity:
Formosan
Notable Minority Ethnicities: Chinese • Vietnamese • Japanese • Indonesian • Thai/Siamese • Filipino/Pinoy
Largest foreign-born communities (nation of origin):
Mamaran Empire • Orsonian Empire
Majority Language: Formosan (OOC: By technicality the national language is Formosan. I use Chinese for everything since the Formosan Language had evolved to utilize various elements from Mandarin to make it easier to speak with foreign nationals, and because it's the closest thing we'll ever have to it without spending years developing it in person) • English (OOC: Technically almost as prevalent, if not more so, than Formosan in modern times)
Notable Minority Language(s):
Tiếng Việt (Vietnamese) • Nihongo (Japanese) • bahasa Indonesia (Indonesian) • Thai/Siamese • Wikang Filipino (OOC: Self-explanatory)
Majority Religion: Buddhism (followed closely by Taoism)
Notable Minority Religion(s):
Christianity • Islam
-Government & Business Activity-
Check all those which apply to the candidate city:
[✓] Major media organizations
[✓] Regional government facilities
[] National government facilities
[✓] Convention centers
Does the candidate city have a stock exchange?:
No
Are there any large multinational corporations based there?:
OOC: Depending on whether or not it's considered "multinational", Carrington Industries is headquartered in Kaohsiung, so it could be either yes or no. Additionally, Thinking Electronic Industrial Co., Ltd. (a major circuit protection component manufacturer) and FCF Co., Ltd. (the world's largest tuna trader) are companies irl that have facilities overseas, but I don't know if these (the facilities) would be thought of as existing in canon.
Is the city a hub for regional banking and finance?: No (Edit: I guess the metropolitan area would be when compared to the rest of the municipality.)
What are the major industries/exports?: (OOC: Not including the Industries that Carrington's company takes part in, or its exported products) Industries - Steel • Shipbuilding • Petroleum • Horticulture. Exports - Rice • Sugar • Bananas • Pineapples • Peanuts • Citrus Fruits • Steel • Ships • Petrochemicals • Oil • Aluminum • Cement • Fertilizer • Bricks & Tiles • Canned-goods • Salt • Paper
Are there any military facilities in or around the candidate city?: Yes - Chung Cheng Armed Forces Preparatory School • Formosan Air Force Academy • Formosan Air Force Institute of Technology • Formosan Army Infantry School • Formosan Marine Corps School • Formosan Military Academy • Formosan Naval Academy • Zuoying Naval Base • Zuoying Naval Airfield and Naval Yard
-Overview-
(Optional) Please give a short one-paragraph statement, outlining your nation's case for hosting the Olympics, and how the games will affect your city's long-term vision for the future:
I've been meaning to get this done, but have been busy going out with family lately. I'll be skipping over the optional statement at the end, but in short: Hosting the Summer Olympics would help Kaohsiung in their efforts to gain more tourists in the future (as evident by their redevelopment starting around 2020), with the city government hoping to use the games as a means of showing foreign nationals how beautiful and amazing the city is (outside of the industrial parts of it)...or something along those lines anyway.
Upon hearing the news, Pallas would inform Whaite that he wanted to leave immediately, already having spread a false story of him staying in Santa Catalina for some time to have a conference with the Contra-Turneristas; Pallas had anticipated that the Emperor would approve of the meeting, and his planning paid off. He would take a pre-prepared suitcase with some necessities and leave the Fazenda, heading to wherever the shuttle would pick the two up.
Cybus1 and Novo Wagondia
Aboard the Tardan, Captain Angar and his subordinates would be stunned to hear the voice of Prime Minister Sangare over the radio. Apparently, the civilian government was so incompetent that the Malian PM was forced to hail a destroyer in a desperate attempt to establish some line of communication. As it became clear that the carrier patrol came to a stop, Tardan ordered the crew to stand down and replied to the Malians.
"This is Captain Angar of the destroyer Tardan. We have received your message and are working to establish a dialogue with Imperial High Command at this point."
At this point, the Office of Military Intelligence was listening in on the conversation, and it had worked its way up the chain of command. In Tara, a secretary frantically pulled Prime Minister Andrianaivo out of her meeting and presented her with a sattelite phone, with a connection to Sangere finally established.
Out of curiosity, does it bother anyone whenever I catch up on posts and like a bunch of them? I don't want it to seem like I'm trying to spam everyone with notifications in doing so.
No, it doesn’t bother me!
Certainly not; I’m always glad to see your contributions, Fel. And excellent work on the Olympic application!
Nope.
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