[quote=@Publius]
Heya there. New to the guild but not high level simulation, this looks quite interesting. I'm [i][b][u]a bit[/u][/b][/i] of a history buff so this sounds like my thing.

If you're accepting claims, mine'd be a tough pick between Germany and Murica. I'd like to hear a bit more about specific mechanics before making a hard commitment though.
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I suppose it's my fault beyond anything: this is a fictional world, not the real world but with technology (and for simplicity's sake) the same "year" for purposes of relation. So you'd be making your own nation and culture, etc.