Name: The Mouchard Republic

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Summary of Nation:
Mouchardy or the Mouchard Republic is one of the most modernized nations in the world since the turn of the century. Through ruthless industrialization and constant wars of conquest, the nation has fought to gain its place under the sun. By exploiting its fertile plains and resource-rich mountains, Mouchardy’s economy and the military are highly comparable to its contemporary neighbors. Its alliance with Aelban, mostly done out of necessity in order to curb Reiyk influence, has brought the three hundred day war upon the Republic. Its ally’s defeat has both shocked and terrified the Mouchards as they are now left alone to deal with the rising empire 

History:
    Pre-War: Since the last great continental war ended in Mourchardy’s defeat and the forced abdication of its God Emperor, the nation has transitioned into an uneasy 2nd Republic. Since the first one was couped by said God Emperor during the Mouchard Revolution, the liberal government has since tried to subvert the remaining monarchist sentiments in the country. But with all the intrigue and scheming, the monarchists manage to get the grandson of the former God Emperor as President of the Republic. This autocrat wasted no time restoring imperial titles to the country and centralizing power into the capital, Villeneuve. However, his skills as a diplomat and commander were mediocre as his conquests overseas ended in humiliating defeats at the hands of the Reiyk. The autocrat was eventually forced to abdicate and the Third Republic was formed in his place, ushering into the first golden years of liberalism for Mouchards. 

    Outbreak of War: Being allied with the Empire of Aelban, the Mouchard Republic was one of the first to engage with the Reiyk. Despite defending their ally quite fiercely, the Reiyk eventually triumphed over the alliance through superior tactics and technology. A million Mouchards dead was a terrible pill to swallow and the now terrified Republic was living under the dark cloud that they were next. 

    Recent History: Taking lessons from the Three Hundred Day War, the government and high command wasted no time reorganizing the armed forces into something more combat-ready. Although the doctrine of attrition was still in place, the weapons and vehicles were modernized to deal with this new threat. New programs were given the initiative if they promised new technology to turn the tide. It was total war upon the republic; everyone must contribute.

Pressing Issues:
Unity of the Mouchard Republic was many a political joke as the nation was infamous for short-lived governments. This is the third time, Mouchardy became a republic. The only thing that is keeping it together is the sheer terror the Reiyk has inflicted on the people and government. 

While being a rapid breeder race is beneficial in some regards, it is a double-edged sword since it would put the Republic closer to a breaking point sooner than most nations. If left unchecked, the birth rates can easily spiral out of control and plunge the nation into a food crisis. 

Notable Strengths:
The Mouchard Republic despite its reputation as the Reiyk's punching bag has a very modern military. Its army is completely mechanized with a fully-kitted out tank corps. The Grande Murraille, a series of fortresses along the Reiyk border, serves as a testament to Mouchard's military engineering, the best in the known world. Semi-automatic rifles have fully replaced the bolt action, the old gun being used for snipers or reserve forces. The heavy artillery is fully capable of crushing the thicket walls of bunkers and while the Mouchard Navy unveiled its first carrier.

Yet, the biggest strength of the Republic is its population. Despite losing millions upon millions of soldiers to the Reiyk in the past, nation recovery can take one year to replenish all the losses before hitting a population boom the year after. Because of the fast maturity of the Mouchards, the nation would always find replacements. 

National Priorities:
The Redtide is consuming the world and all of its inhabitants. Once a pariah among the great powers, the Mouchard Republic is one of the last defenders of liberty. Everything must be done to secure the final victory or all will be lost. 

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