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Blood & Steel | Napoleonic Nation RP | Interest Check | Poll

I don't really care which nation I'm placed in, just fill me in wherever there is an empty spot once everyone here has decided or flip a coin.

Blood & Steel | Napoleonic Nation RP | Interest Check | Poll

You know what, I'll put my hat in the ring. Voting for option 2.

Rats in the Mall

Clan Skakch

“Great Hunger, Sharp teeth” (due to 1 in richness)
Additional 2 points for taking “Skulkers at the door”
Additional 1 point for taking “Half-feral”

Richness:1
Military: 5 (+1 Military from low richness)
Population:2
Control:4
Knowledge:3
Ferocity:4

^{Weak-weak die, Strong-strong live}

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_{Clan Skakch}

_History

“Come-come young rat. I tell truth of old-old clan. Commander-King no like truth, yes-yes.” - Elder Khrenq, last of the Skakch Elders.

Several generations ago stood the mighty Clan Skakch, rich in wealth, luxury, and most of all food. A rat from Clan Skakch found anything and everything in his home. Trade was good, the land ripe, and the rats happy. Little plagued the people, outside of the occasional Skulker, but often its mighty walls protected the rats from any and all threats. Anything that got through, was quickly and mercilessly put down by noble mercenaries and militias. A rat in Clan Skakch had little to fear.

One day, a wandering horde of Skulkers began to encircle clan Skakch. The Clan overconfident in their mighty defense, didn’t worry. That day however, was different. Skulkers quickly destroyed the walls, taking few casualties. It wasn’t long before more and more ravenous Skulkers poured into the clans mighty city. By nightfall thousands of rats laid dead, except for less than a hundred warriors, and some two hundred women and children.

Rumors, backed by the few remaining elders of Clan Skakch, tell of how the first Commander-King Qich, the trapper-killer of Skulkers, the master hunter of weak-weak rats, betrayed the clan. The hundred warriors that survived to protect the current clan, had abandoned the wall. Left the city open to the several Skulkers who poured through the gates. Though, if such words were uttered in the presence of the current Commander-king, such a rat would be swiftly beheaded if lucky.

Clan Skakch refers to much of the death that followed after fleeing from the ashes of their homeland as the “March of death-death”. Without food, wealth, or a home, the clan wandered the waste for what felt like half a generation. Many weak clan members died. The elders of society where the first to go, Skulkers and other beasts quick to pick them off without second thought. The women and children were placed in what was referred to as “communal burrows”, small ramshackle buildings heavily protected by warrior rats. Often times they had little success in defending the rats, as they only offered juicier targets to more ambitious foes.

It had seemed that Clan Skakch, once mighty and grand, was at deaths doorstep. Soon to be forgotten and lost to history. Until Commander-King Qich walked out of the wilderness, half-dead and carrying with him the carcass of a mighty Skulker that was ten times the size of anything seen before. It was at this point that Qich had claimed the title “Commander-King”, claiming to have seen in a vision, a coming greatness. The clan destined to be stronger and mightier than any clan that came before. They were to breed the strongest of warriors, they were to be the mightiest of clans.

Weaker clan members, for obvious reasons, protested to such notions. Claiming that Commander-King Qich had gone mad and become half-feral from wandering the wastes for so long. They however were quickly silenced, either by the Commander-King himself or his supported among the warrior class. Often times, these dissenters were left to die by Skulkers, used as bait to throw them off their tails or at least satiate a wandering beast’s hunger. Other times, they were used food. To feed the now starving populations of the Clan.

“Feed-feed off the weak-weak. For the strong-strong must survive. The strong-strong will-will survive.”- Commander-King Qich.

Even the Commander-King wasn’t immortal. Slowly growing older and weaker, he saw his time coming. He asked that the Clan’s mightiest of warriors to chose the strongest among them to lead in his place, for he now must leave and wander the wastes to die gloriously in combat, rather than sickly in bed.

Since then, Clan Skakch has only had two other mighty Commander-Kings. Commander-King Krilk, the slayer-killer, who established Clan’s Skakch’s mercenary traditions. Selling warriors to wealthy rodents to defend their lands and people for a short time, and slaying several dissidents from weaker clan members attempting to take advantage of the death of Commander-King Qich. He forged much of the traditions and practices seen in the current generation of Clan Skakch. He also, notably, accepted elder clan members a position in society as educators of the warrior class. Though expendable, under his rulership they were considered more than fodder for hungry Skulkers.

Eventually as he aged, he took what was referred to as “The Vow of Qich”, to wander the wastes and die gloriously in combat. Afterwards, the current Commander-King, Thun, born from Qich’s brood, and far larger than the average rat. Strong and fearless, he is believed to be the embodiment of the new clan.

_Leadership

Clan Skakch is ruled by the iron-grip of the “Commander-King”. An established position by the first Commander-King Qich, the trapper-killer of Skulkers, the master hunter of weak-weak rats. Ruled only by the strongest of rats, when a Commander-King takes the vow of Qich, the Clan begins to organize the “night of death”. A huge event, where a single blade sits at the center of the clan and he who takes it and holds onto it and lives by morning is chosen to be the next Commander-King. Killing, murder, and betrayal follow in the coming hours. Locations safe from the violence, packed with women, children, and cowards. The position of Commander-king is just that. Ruler of both the clan and its armies, a commander king has complete control over the clan.

The current Commander-King is Thun. Born of Commander-King Qich’s brood, he is both strong and frightening. Rumors would tell you that he stands twice as tall as the average rat, and though embellished he is incredibly large in size. His position maintained by title and strength, he commands both fear and respect from his ranks. His strongest ally, both in blood and name, is his connection to the first Commander-King. Believed by some to have the blood of a demi-god running through his veins. Blessed by the strongest of rats himself and given the divine authority to rule over the clan.

_{Territory and Resources}

Clan Skakch’s ancient homeland has all been forgotten over the generations, only Elder Khrenq knows anything of its possible location. Returning however would be impossible for Clan Skakch, not only is the territory burdened by hordes of ravenous Skulkers and beasts, but the Clan has no desire to return either. Believing that the land outside of the walls has made them stronger and that strength will allow them to overcome any clan that stands in their path.

As a result, Clan Skakch continues its nomadic traditions, traveling from region to region, clan to clan. Trading their services as warriors in exchange for food and material and occasionally raiding clans should they become desperate. When there is no clan to provide them goods during their travels through the waste, then they turn to the weakest members, the dead or dying, to supply food. The Clan has even been known to purchase mice slaves as a “food supply” should times get desperate.

_{Culture and Faith}

Clan Skakch is divided into three primary classes, each with their own unique daily activities, responsibilities, and experiences within the clan.

First is the Warrior Class, consisting of the strongest rats that the Clan has to offer. Trained at a young age and bred to fight and die for the clan, they are often extremely aggressive and disciplined. At the top of the warrior class stands the Commander-King, who is almost universally uncontested by his lessers. The Warrior Class often enjoys many privileges that other members of the clan often either go without entirely or are given second pick, such as both food and wealth. The daily life of a warrior in Clan Skakch is an exhausting one and often with little rest, rarely spent lying about. Whether it be hunting beasts, defending the clan, or fighting as a mercenary. If a warrior of Clan Skakch find himself outside of conflict and is given the chance to rest, it is often spent enjoying luxuries such as the makeshift “arenas” built to entertain the rats of Clan Skakch, filled with numerous nasty beasts, slaves, and gladiators.

Then there is the Working Class, though not technically slaves by definition the working class is only a few steps above being one. Consisting of rats to weak to fight, but strong enough to forge weapons and warriors who have grown to old to wield a weapon, but have refused to take the vow of Quich. They are by all means expendable to the Clan in dire times and are treated as such. Their daily lives often demand they constantly build and repair both weapons and fortifications, though some of the elder rats in the working class are given the special privilege of educating the future generations of warrior rats. When given the chance to rest, a rat from the working class often find themselves either praying to their chosen gods or trading with each other and the occasional merchant that had wandered into the clan. Rarely however, a working class rat may fight in the arena to prove himself as having become strong enough to fight among the warrior class, though often times results in the death of the rat, it is the easiest method of social mobility among the clan.

Lastly there is the Brood, consisting of female rats whom are chosen to raise the next generation of clan Skakch. Often they spend most of their day either mating with members of the warrior class or caring for their children. Desperation to only have the strongest among the clan give birth to children has resulted in strict protection of members of the brood class. If any where to sneak into such chambers, they would find themselves meeting a long and painful death. Note that though rare, it isn’t impossible for females in Clan Skakch to exist outside of the Brood class.

Rarely, Clan Skakch takes upon themselves to purchase mice slaves, though they are treated as “on the road cattle” rather than workers. Butchered when in need of meat. This isn’t a common practice among the clan due to slaves being difficult to care for when acquire.

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Clan Skakch is divided in terms of faith, most of the working class, especially the elders, follow the faith of the creators rather strictly and traditionally. The warrior class, specifically the younger generation however has begun to form a cult like following centering around Qich. Believing that his vision was gifted by the divine, whether it be the creators or some other god. This has resulted in many of the rats descended from Qich to be viewed as descendants of a great prophet.

_{Army and Warriors}

Clan Skakch is a surprisingly well armed and well organized force. The warrior class of Clan Skakch making up close to a third of the population lends itself to making its army comparable to a medium sized clan in terms of raw numbers. The army of Clan Skakch is divided into five defining positions, of which the first and most obvious is the Commander-King. Given full authority of the clans warriors as well as whom they go to war with. Commonly, the Commander-King is informed of all actions taken by the warriors of Clan Skakch, though in rare circumstances, a more dishonest rat may occasionally get away with leaving out minor details. Next are the generals, given special authority and autonomy to position the warriors of Clan Skakch into favorable positions in wartime. During peace, it is these generals who often sell the warriors under them as personal mercenaries to wealthy clans, leading them as if they are their own personal armies. Then there are the captains, given authority of a small group of rats and often expected to lead the charge into combat. It is at this point that duels over authority become common practice in Clan Skakch. Fourth, there is the warriors, a single well trained and disciplined rat. It isn’t entirely uncommon for unofficial hierarchies to spring up among them, determined by the rat that proves himself to be the strongest among them. Lastly, there are the rookies. Rats who haven’t finished their warrior education and training. A rigorous and often deadly period in the life of the average rat. Many don’t make it past this stage.

Rats in the Mall

Expressing interest in this if there is room. Don't know for sure what I want to do, but I'm thinking a small clan that was devastated by Skulkers and are now constantly on the run looking for a new place to settle

The Most Atrocious War [Interwar Period NRP]

@CypherRahl Hey why don't you join us in the discord to talk about stuff discord.gg/4y533q

The Most Atrocious War [Interwar Period NRP]

Looks like I'm too late but just in case. Is this still open to people looking to join?

@Dogematix

Yes, we still need pact nations and being a neutral nation is always on the table.

The Most Atrocious War [Interwar Period NRP]

Nation Name: The Republic of Blaque

Head of State & Age: President Raul Fernadino (46)

Political Alignment during the Most Atrocious War: Neutral Nation

Culture: The Republic of Blaque has long since held the ideals of neutrality and the freedom of the individual above all else. Ideologies challenged throughout the events of the atrocious war to the point in which the nation seemed almost primed for collapse, split between varying factions supporting both the now defeated powers and the pact nations. Ultimately, for better or for worse, the nation remained neutral. Playing to both sides of the conflict, giving to their demands where necessary and remaining stern to what they believed in where they could. Caught between the conflict of two major factions.

Once a nation welcoming to all people and cultures, the shadow of the bloody war has left a lasting mark upon the people of Blaque. Despite having never spilt a drop of blood fighting for either side, the infighting, foreign meddling, and persistent referendums have left the population jaded and isolationist ideals now remain at the forefront of current politics.

Before the great war and the slow shift towards isolationism, the Republic was at the forefront of liberal and progressive ideology. Accepting of all people and cultures, proposing the ideas that it was not the heritage of the man but the character. Though a large portion of the country continues to hold these beliefs, it is questionable just how long they will remain influential to the nation moving forward.

The World as We Know It [19th-20th Century Nation RP]

The Tsardom of Radena

1901

The Blizzard of 1901

The morning hours had been long, cruel, and gruesome. Frightening temperatures had persisted throughout the month, catching most within the small town by surprise. Rations and blankets spread thin and outside aid from the capital had arrived two weeks too late. Most whom were susceptible to the fearsome blizzards that Dachne had faced, had long since perished nearly a week ago.

One of whom was Yegor’s mother, an elderly woman in her late seventies. She had lived through both him and his brother marching off into separate wars, her only daughter Katenka dying six months into childhood, and her only husband Leontiy collapsing dead three streets over near a small bar called the Chernyy Almaz, the doctors believing it to be a rare heart disease. Now it was her turn to be put to rest, a tired soul who only wished to be free of her memories. She had gone peacefully in her sleep just three days ago, and only now had the storm letup enough for her to receive a proper burial.

“For now we lay these unfortunate souls to rest, may they forever be with the ones whom they loved dearly in the afterlife. Now and always will we remember them for the things they had done, the people who they cared for, and the cherished memories that they bring. Let us all gather in silence.” All who had gathered begun to respectfully mourn. Soft whimpers could be heard throughout the crowd. Twelve people had perished this long and drawn out winter, many praying to god for it to soon be over. That his merciful and loving light grace the town of Dachne once more.

Yegor sat quietly. He had no wife, no child, no family to speak of. The winter putting to rest the last person whom he cared deeply for. Laid to rest in a hurriedly made grave, the tombstone marking nothing but her name. “Anya Stanislavovna” it read, the text already faded from the shoddy craftsmanship. His eyes sank into what had for the time being felt to be a pit of despair. The cruel reality had placed him lonelier than ever before.

The World as We Know It [19th-20th Century Nation RP]

The Tsardom of Radena

1901

Ministry of Economics

The Ministry of Economics has recently announced a series of changes to the yearly budget after the Tsardom saw an incredible budget surplus, causing numerous amounts of controversy and infighting within the ministry. After nearly three weeks of heated discussion, the ministry finally agreed to a formal budget proposal to announce to Tsar Pyotr II:

Budget of the Tsardom of Radena
Fiscal year 1901

Overview

The official budget of the Tsardom of Radena will focus primarily on issues ranging from industrialization, administration, corruption, militarization, and colonization. First the ministry will address the expansion of the industrial output of the Tsardom with announcements of a boost to the current industrial output of the Tsardom in order to meet Continental standards. Proposed administrative solutions will made to address the both corrupt and lawless nature of the Tsardom’s Easternmost territories to avoid repeats of the surge of violence the Tsardom has witnessed over the past month. Next, the ministry will propose a series of budget initiatives to increase military research spending in order to remain competitive and secure against neighboring powers. Finally, the funding of current colonial initiatives will be increased in order to encourage the expansion of the Tsardom to bring about a better, more civilized world in both Settumu and Serranthia.

Administration

In order to bring about both law and order to the Easternmost Settumu territories, the Ministry of Economics will propose a significant budget increase to the administration of these territories. This would be primarily placed in the recruitment of an effective policing force, as well as give added benefits of discouraging corruption from said police, local governors, and other officials. This would ultimately aid in a long term stabilization of the region. As a result, the administration budget will be increased to $200,000,000, thus making the administration of the Tsardom 34% of the years budget.

Infrastructure

The Tsardom of Radena will continue to meet the current standard of infrastructure it has kept since last year. Considering that there has been no push or need for a major overhaul or massive increase for this part of the budget for the time being the Tsardom will contribute $2,000,000 to maintain its infrastructure and allow breathing room for minor expansions.

Education

Education has always been considered to be important to the Tsardom, allowing for innovation and creation within the workplace. However, the Tsardom at the moment can’t afford to massively overhaul the education budget, especially in terms of secondary education for the wealthy and middle class citizens. As such, the Ministry of Economics has agreed upon keeping the status quo with current expenditure, with primary schooling receiving a budget of $64,000,000 and secondary schooling receiving $80,000,000 of the Tsar’s budget.

Bureaucracy

The Ministry of Economics believe that the Bureaucracy of the Tsardom is not in desperate need of a financial overhaul, as such there will only be slight increases to the current expenditure, placing the current budget at $100,000,000.

Colonial and overseas territories

The Ministry of Economics understands the importance of the Tsardom’s current colonial interests abroad. After much deliberation and discussion within the Ministry of Economics, a budget increase was agreed upon to encourage the further expansion of current and likely future territories of the Tsardom. The current budget gives close to $40,000,000 to the Tsardom’s overseas territories.

Technology

It is in the best interest of the Tsardom to remain advanced in current military and naval technologies to protect its ever growing empire across the world. As such the Ministry of Economics has dedicated $25,000,000 to both Naval and Army research.

After nearly a week of deliberation by the Tsar, the new budget was officially agreed upon with a few minor revisions.

Ministry of Domestic Affairs

Unemployment and industrialization

A recent initiative by the ministry of domestic affairs has been undertaken to improve the current mass unemployment throughout the Tsardom. This initiative is to begin with the construction of several factories, over the course of the next ten years. The first city announced to receive the first factory is the city of Zamocin. An industrial center and incredibly large city, it is believed to be one of the most economically sound locations to construct the first of many factories soon to come.

Laying down the law in Settumu

The lawlessness of the Settumese territories has recently brought about an initiative with the aid of increased budgeting by the Ministry of Economics to bolster the police presence in the Settumese territories. The local police will then be utilized in an attempt to disperse any and all rioting peacefully when given the opportunity. The establishment of a temporary curfews will be made in the following cities: Qinghua, Suyang, and Sensong until the increased violence between the culturally Radenan and Meungese citizens have been quelled.

Foreign Ministry

The Foreign Ministry recently has negotiated a treaty between the Tsardom of Radena and the Veletian Empire allowing for the free access of both military and commercial vessels through the Canal d’Or. This treaty specifies that the Tsardom will pay $500,000 a month, paid annually, for the period of 4 years. This is expected to bring about a great deal of trade and prosperity to the Tsardom’s Easternmost territories. A once incredibly dangerous journey through the South Serranthian ocean has now been reduced to only six months.

Tsar’s Royal Navy

With the recent acquisition of the Alek and Wenshou Island the current Radenan Royal Navy stationed in the Hironese Sea has been deemed far too small to protect current interests. Sailing under Admiral Stepanovich, in the flagship the TRN Borzaya, he and an accompanied fleet of two CA, the TRN Sever and TRN Namereniye, six CL, the TRN Koventri, TRN Chertenok, TRN Rytsar, TRN Korona, TRN Ray, and TRN Milost, and thirteen DD, the TRN Posle, TRN Presledovatel, TRN Geroy, TRN Byskochka, TRN Yurkiy, TRN Prygun, TRN Doblestnyy, TRN Foreytor, TRN Vostochnyy, TRN Pech, TRN Strannik, TRN Golavly, and TRN Korol will head to the Hironese Sea to regroup with the current already established fleet located there.

Colonial Ministry

The Tsardom has announced an official expedition to the Island of Fasum lead by eccentric biologist Dr. Yakovich. The goal of the initial expedition is to explore the native fauna, inhabitants, and wildlife along the Island, as well as discover ideal locations to establish small settlements on the Island itself. The first settlement on the Island will be named Novyy Nakhoysk, named after the hometown of Dr. Yakovich.

The Imperial Palace

The Tsar has recovered, giving an official appearance just outside the palace in Glavnaya, and a small speech to the crowd. “It is my duty as Tsar to inform the people that I am now well. The Tsardom need not worry any longer about my health, or the health of the Tsardom should my time come to pass. For the time being, I am reinvigorated and hope for the Tsardom to be so as well.”

The World as We Know It [19th-20th Century Nation RP]

The Tsardom of Radena

1900

To inherit an Empire

The room was quiet, all but the loud, guttural wheezes and coughs of the Tsar could be heard. Every man, woman, and child turned their attention towards Pyotr II, their worried faces surrounding him, some real others a facade. None were so foolish as to not realize the gravity of the situation, especially not the Tsar himself. Every breath he took, the pain that filled his lungs felt to be a fate worse than death. Every temple prayer dedicated to his survival. Every sign pointed towards the reaper awaiting to collect the soul of the honorable Tsar.

“It is nice” the Tsar paused, letting out a fit of coughs “for you all to come at my behest.” The Tsar then laid quietly for several minutes, almost as if he had already been exhausted by the conversation. “It is important that I now establish my successor…” He let out a loud wheeze. “To the Tsardom.” Eyes began to look around, many now focused away from the Tsar and onto the two likely candidates. Prince Artur, nearly ten years younger than the Tsar and the youngest among their siblings. Known by many as a rather eccentric and educated fellow, infamous for his time as a Căpitan of a rifle battalion, in which he sacrificed three hundred men crossing the Sirakh Desert in order to flank the Seljuk forces during the Al-Kanasus border dispute, resulting in a decisive, yet controversial victory at the battle of Shakhah. Artur, despite his controversial victory however had the support of many members of the Imperial Ministry and several high ranking generals within the Tsar’s Royal Army. Others however looked towards the young Prince Olev, only fourteen years of age and according to current succession laws, far too young to lead. A kind and caring child, he is loved and adored by both the upper and lower classes. The child however, had supporters far and few between within the Imperial Ministry. The most avid of them however came from General Fyodorovich, to which many believe is due to his complete distrust of Prince Artur.

A priest was officially called, to lay witness to the Tsar’s will and testify the man whom he decided to inherent the Tsardom of Radena. “In my final hours, I have pondered who would lead the Tsardom best. I believe it, while unconventional, best for my son, Prince Olev, to take the throne after my passing. I trust that the word of a dying Tsar be absolute until the end of time.” Many in the room were shocked, none more so than Artur himself. Calmly excusing himself after a short while from the room, eventually secluding himself for the rest of the day. Many stares soon turned towards Prince Olev, before he too nervously excused himself.

Prince Olev, Summer 1899