-+-+-+- [b]Name of nation:[/b] The Unitary state of Ahman Sul [b]Species:[/b] Various [b]Description of government:[/b] The state is technically a democracy but there is no actual representative branch aside from the leader, dubbed the Jeon. The government is simple, a single male or female is "elected" by a trader union to become the Jeon, whose role is to mediate and oversee operations of this massive hub. The current Jeon is a human named Jacob Harris. Born on earth, he migrated to Ahman Sul around thirty years ago. He was popular in the military and eventually he gained reputation with the trader unions through, unknown means. Once the unions were behind him, the old Jeon reached his term limit and Jacob was selected and has since been a popular leader for the nation. [b]Description of military:[/b] Ahman Sul's military is simple as well, a space born police/defense force. It is a defense force of moderate power. Large and strong enough to defend against pirates and small attacks but nowhere near the strength of many larger nations. They use a lot of purchased technology and ships. Its not uncommon to see lesser warships from other nations, repainted to the nations colors. They do have a few unique weapons at their disposal. [hider=Prildion Defense Rifle or PDR] [img]http://img1.wikia.nocookie.net/__cb20140823161958/masseffect/images/d/d0/ME2_SMG_-_Locust.png[/img] The PDR is an excellent snub assault rifle. It carries an internal ammunition fabricator that shaves off metal from a dense metal cube. It can generally fire 250 rounds from one block before needing reloaded. The drawback is that the weapon will overheat in a full auto setting after around 50 rounds so the user must be careful to not damage the weapon.[/hider] [hider=AMC IFV] [img]https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/87/4a/57/874a57b44b1f5c78e2b1771a1ab6e9b5.jpg[/img] The AMC-1490 is technically an IFV but is armored like a tank. The weapon system consists of a high velocity 50mm auto cannon that fires HEAT type shaped charge rounds. Which is further supplemented by a 160mm Missile launcher mounted to the side of the turret. The launcher itself can hold 7 missiles which fire in a top down configuration. These missiles are point defense laser resistant by using a "cold case" system. (It can be shot down using rapid fire kinetic weaponry like a CIWS. The missile travels too erratically to be hit with single shot cannons.[/hider] [hider=Varal Interceptor] [img]http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2014/151/9/a/heavy_space_fighter_by_ionfluxda-d7khtmt.jpg[/img] The Varal is the primary "all purpose" interceptor. It is highly maneuverable and it can operate in atmosphere as well. The craft features highly advanced ECM and stealth systems and a tough shield for its size. The armor is moderate. For armaments, it carries a mission-specific load out and can out maneuver most conventional pirate fighters, (which are usually pretty formidable themselves)[/hider] [hider=Struh Frigate] [img]http://img.gawkerassets.com/img/18ptkybk1t385jpg/ku-xlarge.jpg[/img] And the Struh frigate is the primary defense vessel. It is a petite ship that has a decent energy shield and cannons but the tip mounts a high powered particle beam. The vessel has very strong armor but there are weak spots where Varal interceptors dock. As it operates as a light carrier, lucky shots hitting magazines have created very... colorful.. explosions.[/hider] [hider=Ishika "Enforcer" cruiser] [img]http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2010/065/5/4/Destroyer_v_2_by_SmirnovArtem.jpg[/img] The Ishika, lovingly dubbed the "Enforcer" by just about every race that partakes in open trade, is a tough warship. The Enforcer is likely the most well known ship in the known region as it patrols just about every trade lane that exists today. It was created as a piracy deterrent and as time went on and trade laws and later travelling laws became common along the "hyperspace highways" the craft saw more and more action as not only a pirate deterrent but also a policing vessel. They are armed with impressive firepower for a ship only measuring roughly 240m in length. The armor is a classified alloy that is sloped for maximum protection along side a shield that even a Struh frigate (which is a dedicated shield then ship killer) will struggle with. Along side the anti missile and fighter weaponry and the heavy anti-ship kinetic and particle weaponry, is a ECM and stealth system that is very adept at eluding sensory systems. Along with that system, the trademark Ahman Sul holo projector can make the ship appear to be a multitude of various ships. From the lumbering battle cruisers to small merchant frigate sized ships. Their less lethal tools is a drone missile that will deposit (assuming it arrives at its target) multiple small drones that will attempt to hack in to and shut down a ships systems or if need be, manually destroy engines, weapons, or really anything it can get to with a precise cutting laser. Long range gravity tethers are used to keep ships down while interacting with a potential threat. The sensor suite on the vessels are fine tuned, along side well trained specialists, to detect stealth ships and other cloaked vessels. Like any other system, it's not a guarantee but it has had a very high success rate. These tools have been a serious thorn in the side of law breakers, pirates, and really any would-be evildoers as you never know if that ship behind you is really a trade ship or a Enforcer, keeping safety for all.[/hider] [b]Technological Overview:[/b] They have no real "technology" of their own aside from massive fabricators to create goods. These products fuel the nations economy. [b]Cultural Overview:[/b] The Ultimate Melting pot. There is no legitimate culture here aside from the traditional capitalist ways. Massive shopping "malls" and fuel stations for ships dot the nations space. All major religions exist here but the government does not swear by any. [b]History:[/b] Ahman Sul is located right in the middle of some of the largest trade lanes in the galaxy. These trade lanes are pre-set safe FTL "highways." The nation was technically created here to regulate the trade lanes but over many years it grew in to an independent nation with inhabitants from all nations and races. These people may not affiliate with their parent race anymore. They rely on good relations of other nations for defense but have to be impartial at the same time as taking one side may alienate another. The last thing they need is to be invaded by one of the galaxy's more potent powers. -+-+-+- Pesky folks. [hider=Lucian Winters, "hjanti dufant"] [img][/img] This guy is perhaps the most wanted man in the whole region. Race: Believed to be human Age: Believed to be early forties Sex: Loves it ... Hack detected A tall man, estimated 6'2. Has short dirty blonde hair that is combed back. He has a very pronounced jaw line and keeps a very thin and short beard. He has very naturally arched eyebrows that adorn green eyes. He is not known for any specific attire and none that he wears is ever flashy. He does have a triangular tattoo of sorts on his right bicep. Lucian (aka hjanti) showed up in trader space roughly fifteen years ago. Initially a small time pillager, he rose up to coordinate a small flotilla of warships. He disappeared for a couple years before showing up in the monstrous warship "miss fortune" and quickly dominated all the piracy in the fringe areas. His charges, -assault -murder -piracy -arson -bribery -illegal trade -theft -kidnapping -drug trafficking -embezzlement -forgery -fraud -public intoxication -unregistered slave trading -menacing -hacking of private institutions -attempt to murder -conspiracy to murder -sexual assault -harboring fugitives -soliciting prostitution -possession of illegal weapons -defacing of public property -indecent exposure -money laundering -vehicular manslaughter -sexual harassment -tax evasion Known vessel Newer ship, "Blak Jak" believed to be a copy or third party aquisition of a Lorca Warrior-class warship. Heavily armed and shielded but still manueverable. It has been modified many times to be quite stronger than the typical stock Warrior-class fielded by the Lorca. The Infamous "Miss-Fortune" [img]http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs8/i/2005/328/a/6/Union_class_Battle_cruiser__by_USFU.jpg[/img] This ship is unique and strikes fear in the trade lanes. A warship of unknown origin but has sheer power unlike any other pirate ship encountered so far. Fits the battleship tag criteria but is only the size of a cruiser. It has advanced shielding, armor, and a unique cloaking device that is near invisible to even the highest end scanners. On the side is a scantily clad human female sitting to the side wearing a pair of golden devil horns and a golden pitchfork. This ship has been known to prey upon civilian and warship alike, the highest level of cation is advised if this ship appears. Flee and immediately contact local law enforcement or military authorities. More to come.[/hider]