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DEMOCRACY: Politics in Samgola [Political Party | Single Nation RP]

Liberal Democrats

1993

The light shined brightly on the face of Yembe Songè, an elderly gentlemen in his early 50s. Tired and overworked from a long night of preparation and planning alongside several younger, far more eager gentlemen. It had felt as though time itself had stood still, a brief escape from the stress of presidential planning, only to be quickly taken away from the sound of another entering the room. He turned to see an all to familiar face, a man by the name of Dominic Malembe.

“Mr. Songè, preparations have been made for a fundraising event scheduled this afternoon. The party suggests that it is there that you should announce your candidacy for the presidency, it’ll likely draw attention from our support base.” Dominic callously announced. “Your ride will pick you up at three in the afternoon, a suit sent to you an hour before that. It’s suggested that you rest in the meantime.”

Yembe, suppressing his frustration, replied “Was it not in the interest of the party to inform me sooner? The fundraiser was supposed to happen later this week.” Though he received no response from Dominic. “Damned the party, I wasn’t expecting to be worked to death when I took up this position. I’ve survived two wars only to die exhausted and overburdened by my own party.” Though that was a slight exaggeration. Yembe never actively fought in either war, the first was the war for independence against France in 1962. Having only served as an active protester during their occupation, having nearly been killed during the Saturday Massacre in Kamidye. The second war, being the civil war. To which he, alongside several other Liberal Democrats, had been imprisoned by the Samgolan People’s Front. Later freed three years later during the liberation of Boagoa. “Is that all Dominic?”

“Indeed Mr. Songè. Get some rest, today is only the first of many exhausting days.” Dominic then quietly made his leave.

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Several hours had passed, and after a long nap Yembe had felt reinvigorated. Despite the suddenness of his announcement for presidency, the party was quick to deliver him a small announcement speech. Simple and to the point, paying only lip service to the ideals that the party has long held to be favorable in order to approach policy cautiously and tactically.

Once he had arrived to the gathering he was joined by several other trusted members of the Liberal Democrats, Jordan Kenge, Nji Bassong, and Michel Eyango. “Yembe ol’ friend. A pleasure to see that you’ve arrived on time. I hope the sudden notice didn’t leave you to nervous?”

“Not at all Michel, it seems as though our speechwriters were able to quickly write something up. It’s rather simple, but I’m sure the announcement will be enough for this week.” The group of men alongside Yembe then began to drink and dine. The fundraiser seemed to have attracted a small, yet wealthy gathering. Donations slowly pouring in from the Liberal Democrats wealthier supporters. After a short few moments, Jordan began to stand upon the stage setup.

“I’m so grateful that our campaign donors have decided to come out today and show their support for our party.” Energetic clapping and cheering could be heard throughout the tables. “It is here that we would like to announce the presidential candidacy of Yembe Songè.”

By the time that Yembe had arrived on stage himself, the cheering had only gotten louder, until eventually he was given a moment of silence to speak. “Indeed, I am happy to announce that for the first time I will be running for presidency. Our party has stood the test of time. Established after our independence, it harrowed a great many challenges. Each challenge however, has only furthered the will of this party, its’ fortitude, strength, and cunning. With each loss, came a victory. A victory for the greater good of Samgola. I’ll seek to defend these parties values with my life, for I’m not afraid to stare down death. The tragedy of war has long torn apart Samgola, today we will bring it back together once again.”

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Week 1 Actions

Poll: Kamidye, Olouye, and Mutasa (-$25,000 and -1 Energy)
Fundraise: Kamidye (-2 Energy)

DEMOCRACY: Politics in Samgola [Political Party | Single Nation RP]

Theo making me do a repeat post, didn't know the OOC was up

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DEMOCRACY: Politics in Samgola [Political Party | Single Nation RP]

Theo wanted me to create a discord so for everyone interested:
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DEMOCRACY: Politics in Samgola [Political Party | Single Nation RP]

Am interested

Dulce et Decorum Est - A WWI Inspired Nation Roleplay (Stalled out, we have a new thread for the reboot)

Name of Nation: The Free State of Pohae

Government:
At the federal level the Free State of Pohae is a democratic republic. The free state is divided into twelve regions, eleven “Bulankhets” which act as semi-autonomous tribal territories and the free city of Pohae. These twelve regions, often times through direct democracy, elect ten representatives to serve upon the Federal Council every six years. The Federal Council then acts as the representative body of the government, passing and enforcing laws, establishing and maintaining the judiciary, electing when to go to war, and maintaining the nations budget. Any citizen within the Free State of Pohae is capable of disputing these decisions and can call for a direct vote from the people to overturn it.

At a local level these twelve regions function semi-autonomously, whose local governments are determined independently of the federal government. For example, many of the Bulankhets are under the authority of a powerful tribe whose local governments often consists of either elected elders or hereditary warlords. Other territories, such as the free city of Pohae, elect representatives through direct democracy. These regions are capable of passing and maintaining their own laws independent of the federal government, trade internally amongst themselves, and tax citizens to fund public projects.

Species: The predominant species within the republic is humans alongside a notable population of Orcs, Goblins, and Demi-Humans from neighboring nations. Found mostly outside of major cities exists small colonies of Satyrs and Centaurs whom are native to the territory.

Culture:

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Pohae’s history of being conquered by foreign empires and settled by wandering tribes has left its people diverse and its culture everchanging. The city itself contains a healthy mix of peoples that can trace their lineage almost anywhere in the world. There are five distinct culture in the city of Pohae itself:
The Pohae (Aition): The Pohae are mostly humans that can trace their lineage back to the original Kratorian settlers of the region. They are the most predominate group within the city and often times seen as either wealthy aristocrats or merchants, though this isn’t always the case. Uniquely, they are one of the only cultural groups who worship the Kratorian pantheons. Due to their history as conquerors of Pohae, the native tribes often refer to them as the Aition, meaning oppressors in ancient Pamwatu.

The Uipoth: These are humans who can trace their lineage to Segon or share similar characteristics. Their name can be roughly translated to mean “he who walks on two legs”, though it is disputed. While oftentimes distinct in social status and ancestry, it isn’t uncommon for the terms Uipoth and Pohae to be used interchangeably for humans.

The Ftochos: Meaning “undesirable” in Pohae, this is a term used by city inhabitants to describes recent immigrants from the neighboring tribes. Often these are the poorest of individuals, living within the slums of the capital. The majority of these people are Centaurs and Satyrs, though there are small populations of Orcs and Humans.

The Prasinos: These are often wealthy Greenskins from the Uruk Empire. Despite being few in number, they have begun to position themselves in influential roles in the city of Pohae, challenging the aristocrats and merchants politically.

The Prestag: Distinguishing themselves from the Ftochos, these are Centaurs whom have lived within the capital far longer than their cousins. Though hardly wealthy in comparison to the Pohae or Prasions, they are often merchants whom live comfortable lives. In many cases, to refer to a Prestag as a Ftochos is a death sentence.

Outside of the city center however, the Bulankhets are divided into hundred of tribes and peoples. Though most often these cultures are divided into three broader groups:

Xoneusi: This is a term for people who come from one of the original tribes that split off after Xoneus’ death at the hands of the Segon Dynasty. Located usually in the north west, these are often the wealthiest of tribes. They have a disproportionate amount of power in the Federal Council due to being the largest of nomadic cultural groups.

Pamwatu: This is the broadest of cultural groups in Pohae, it is often considered a “catch-all” term for Centaur tribes who didn’t follow Xoneus. They are few in number, but hold a significant foothold in the far southern territory. Though rare, it can also be used to refer to Orcish and Human tribes as well. In comaprison to the Xoneusi, they are incredibly poor and gain most of their wealth through trade with the capital.

Joq: The Joq refer to the ancient Satyr tribes located in the east. Though they are both a hardy and honorable people, they are dwindling in number. Most Joq tribes live comfortably, especially in comparison to the Pamwatu people.

History:

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Throughout history the territory known as Pohae found itself either divided or conquered. Tracing its history back nearly two thousand years ago, it was first settled by a people known as the Juwor, a proud and honorable tribe of Centaurs. Eventually, this mighty tribe would begin to divide into four distinct clans, the Hawae, the Ilazas, Ulisul, and the Pamwatu, finding themselves warring against each other for hundreds of years.

The first conquest of the region is believed to have occurred well over a thousand years ago by a foreign tribe of Satyrs known as the Joq. Though the true size of this tribe is disputed, it is believed that it had conquered the other four major clans within the territory in less than a hundred years. This dominance would continue to be maintained for nearly a century before they to collapsed into numerous warring tribes, dividing the territory once again.

Over the next seven hundred years the territory exchanged hands between nomadic tribes and neighboring empires, the most notable being the conquest of the region by the Segon Dynasty less than a thousand years ago. During this time many of the tribes where either exterminated or unified during the Dynasty’s attempt to centralize the region and bring under their dominion. However, the territory would eventually be returned to the nomads after the Pomai rebellion. Lead by a centaur named Pomai, he united several other Centaur, Satyr, and Orc tribes to push out the Dynasty.

This period of unification would be short lived however. Fifty years after Pomai liberated the nomadic tribes from the cruel Dynasty, it would find itself under threat of complete annexation by the Kratorian Imperium. At first Pomai was capable of securing favorable terms with the aggressive empire, offering tribute in exchange for independence. Terms that would change shortly after his death six years later. The tribe was split between his three sons, Grymios, Ceto, and Xoneus. Noticing this moment of weakness, the Kratorian Imperium seized the opportunity to annex the region and bring it under their rule beginning what would became known as the Pomai Wars (1390-1410).

Though taking place over a significant period of time, the Pomai Wars had few decisive battles. Instead when the Kratorians crossed into Grymios’ land, the eldest of the three brothers, his tribe was quick to avoid the Kratorians directly on the battlefield. Instead they resorted to a series of raids along their supply lines and camps, making occupation nearly impossible. However even in face of seemingly insurmountable odds, possibly due to either Kratorian stubbornness or pride, they moved forward with the annexation.

In 1409 the Kratorians brokered a deal with Xoneus. That should he unite with the Kratorian’s against his brothers, that he would be given ownership over their territories as a vassal state of the Imperium. He graciously accepted. That winter Xoneus called for a meeting with his two brothers claiming that he desired to unify their three clans and finally end this war against the Kratorians. It was there that Xoneus would betray them. Under the cover of the night, the Kratorians marched into the camp and razed it, mercilessly killing both Grymios and Ceto. Weeks later Xoneus pledge his loyalty to the Kratorians and they in turn established the city of Pohae. Originally been named after the Xoneus’ father to symbolize unification, it quickly became to others a symbol of tyranny.

Under the Imperium the city became prosperous, many of its citizens being a unique blend of humans from the neighboring territories of the Kratorian Imperium. Soon it became known as the “gateway to the west”, an essential trading hub within the Imperium. For its’ citizens this was the golden age of Pohae. However, Xoneus’ tribe slowly grew displeased with the treatment of his people in the territory. Not only were centaurs and satyrs a clear minority within their homeland, but the Imperium made sure to slowly remove and restrict the autonomy of his people.

Eventually when the Imperium went into decline, the Xoneus tribe rebelled. With intentions of razing the city, the bastion of Kratorian authority. The Kratorians, weakened from collapse could not fight off the enraged clan. Instead it was the intervention of the Segon Dynasty that ultimately saved the city. Fighting back the brother and ultimately slaying him at the battle of the Ikcheon. As a reward for saving the people of Pohae, the Dynasty annexed the region once again finally reclaiming the lost territory, however history would soon once again repeat itself.

After a hundred years of occupation, the people of Pohae would once again rebel against it’s foreign overlords and reclaim control over their homeland. Allying themselves with the remnants of the steppe tribes, they would eventually establish their independence during the treaty of Nonyeong in 1532.

Though these four hundred years of unification haven’t been without conflict, the Free State of Pohae has managed to remain independent. Fighting off invaders from the north, east, and west throughout its lifetime. Proclaiming itself as a beacon of freedom throughout the world and holding strong to the title of “gateway to the west”.

Territory Claims:

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Economy:
The Free State of Pohae’s economy centers around the city itself. Due to its road connections to the Sesong Dynasty and the Eastern Empires, as well as a powerful navy to ensure dominance in trade, it is a desirable location for merchants across the world to meet and sell goods. Domestically the city predominantly trades in furs, spices, and technology. The furs and spices often being acquired from the neighboring Bulankhets.

Technology:
The Free State of Pohae has remained relatively modern, due to its place as an essential trading hub for nations. There are a few tribes who struggle to access basic utilities such as electricity due to a lack of infrastructure, but both the capital and larger surrounding tribes live fairly modern lives.

Army:
The Free State’s military is divided between the Federal Army and the Bulankhet militias. At the Federal level, the Army consists of mostly human males between the ages of 20-24 from the city of Pohae and its surrounding territory. It is Estimated that the standing army is around 80,000 strong, though it has special permissions to draw from local militias and the general population during wartime.

The Bulankhet militias are controversial at the Federal level. They are often ill equipped and poorly trained in comparison to the Federal Army, serving little tactical advantage on the battlefield. Maintained simply to protect the autonomy of the Bulankhets, rather then for the benefit of the Free State. There is no estimated size of the Bulankhet militia’s numbers, though it is agreed upon that it is likely far smaller than the Federal Army.

Navy:
Due to Pohae’s heavy reliance on trade, the Federal Navy is by far it’s strongest military asset. The nation has opted to rely upon a massive fleet as a deterrent against foreign expansion, effectively making forms of naval expansion nearly impossible and forcing enemies to cross the massive and empty steppes of Pohae to reach its capital.

Air Force:
The Steppes of Pohae have made for an effective testing ground in recent aerial technology. Maintaining a small air force of nearly two hundred biplanes to potentially scout approaching enemies.

Rolls:

Hider

4 - Territory - Your nation can be best described as a city-state. It is composed of a single city, and likely imports its food from outside its borders.
12+3 - Tech - Your nation is decently modern, with an effective grasp of technology. It is by no means a trend setter, but it stays up.
8 - Army Size - Your army is decently sized, and is maintained year-round.
10+2 - Economy - Your economy is average, and is stable.
10 - Production - Your nation is a mix of agrarian and industrial.
15 - Navy Size - Your navy is decently sized, with a large merchant train and a large military portion.
15 - Airforce Size - You have some biplanes.
10 - Mobilization Ability - It takes two months to mobilize.

Other:

Dulce et Decorum Est - A WWI Inspired Nation Roleplay (Stalled out, we have a new thread for the reboot)

Name of Nation: The Free State of Pohae

Government:
At the federal level the Free State of Pohae is a democratic republic. The free state is divided into twelve regions, eleven “Bulankhets” which act as semi-autonomous tribal territories and the free city of Pohae. These twelve regions, often times through direct democracy, elect ten representatives to serve upon the Federal Council every six years. The Federal Council then acts as the representative body of the government, passing and enforcing laws, establishing and maintaining the judiciary, electing when to go to war, and maintaining the nations budget. Any citizen within the Free State of Pohae is capable of disputing these decisions and can call for a direct vote from the people to overturn it.

At a local level these twelve regions function semi-autonomously, whose local governments are determined independently of the federal government. For example, many of the Bulankhets are under the authority of a powerful tribe whose local governments often consists of either elected elders or hereditary warlords. Other territories, such as the free city of Pohae, elect representatives through direct democracy. These regions are capable of passing and maintaining their own laws independent of the federal government, trade internally amongst themselves, and tax citizens to fund public projects.

Species: The predominant species within the republic is humans alongside a notable population of Orcs, Goblins, and Demi-Humans from neighboring nations. Found mostly outside of major cities exists small colonies of Satyrs and Centaurs whom are native to the territory.

Culture:

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Pohae’s history of being conquered by foreign empires and settled by wandering tribes has left its people diverse and its culture everchanging. The city itself contains a healthy mix of peoples that can trace their lineage almost anywhere in the world. There are five distinct culture in the city of Pohae itself:
The Pohae (Aition): The Pohae are mostly humans that can trace their lineage back to the original Kratorian settlers of the region. They are the most predominate group within the city and often times seen as either wealthy aristocrats or merchants, though this isn’t always the case. Uniquely, they are one of the only cultural groups who worship the Kratorian pantheons. Due to their history as conquerors of Pohae, the native tribes often refer to them as the Aition, meaning oppressors in ancient Pamwatu.

The Uipoth: These are humans who can trace their lineage to Segon or share similar characteristics. Their name can be roughly translated to mean “he who walks on two legs”, though it is disputed. While oftentimes distinct in social status and ancestry, it isn’t uncommon for the terms Uipoth and Pohae to be used interchangeably for humans.

The Ftochos: Meaning “undesirable” in Pohae, this is a term used by city inhabitants to describes recent immigrants from the neighboring tribes. Often these are the poorest of individuals, living within the slums of the capital. The majority of these people are Centaurs and Satyrs, though there are small populations of Orcs and Humans.

The Prasinos: These are often wealthy Greenskins from the Uruk Empire. Despite being few in number, they have begun to position themselves in influential roles in the city of Pohae, challenging the aristocrats and merchants politically.

The Prestag: Distinguishing themselves from the Ftochos, these are Centaurs whom have lived within the capital far longer than their cousins. Though hardly wealthy in comparison to the Pohae or Prasions, they are often merchants whom live comfortable lives. In many cases, to refer to a Prestag as a Ftochos is a death sentence.

Outside of the city center however, the Bulankhets are divided into hundred of tribes and peoples. Though most often these cultures are divided into three broader groups:

Xoneusi: This is a term for people who come from one of the original tribes that split off after Xoneus’ death at the hands of the Segon Dynasty. Located usually in the north west, these are often the wealthiest of tribes. They have a disproportionate amount of power in the Federal Council due to being the largest of nomadic cultural groups.

Pamwatu: This is the broadest of cultural groups in Pohae, it is often considered a “catch-all” term for Centaur tribes who didn’t follow Xoneus. They are few in number, but hold a significant foothold in the far southern territory. Though rare, it can also be used to refer to Orcish and Human tribes as well. In comaprison to the Xoneusi, they are incredibly poor and gain most of their wealth through trade with the capital.

Joq: The Joq refer to the ancient Satyr tribes located in the east. Though they are both a hardy and honorable people, they are dwindling in number. Most Joq tribes live comfortably, especially in comparison to the Pamwatu people.

History:

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Throughout history the territory known as Pohae found itself either divided or conquered. Tracing its history back nearly two thousand years ago, it was first settled by a people known as the Juwor, a proud and honorable tribe of Centaurs. Eventually, this mighty tribe would begin to divide into four distinct clans, the Hawae, the Ilazas, Ulisul, and the Pamwatu, finding themselves warring against each other for hundreds of years.

The first conquest of the region is believed to have occurred well over a thousand years ago by a foreign tribe of Satyrs known as the Joq. Though the true size of this tribe is disputed, it is believed that it had conquered the other four major clans within the territory in less than a hundred years. This dominance would continue to be maintained for nearly a century before they to collapsed into numerous warring tribes, dividing the territory once again.

Over the next seven hundred years the territory exchanged hands between nomadic tribes and neighboring empires, the most notable being the conquest of the region by the Segon Dynasty less than a thousand years ago. During this time many of the tribes where either exterminated or unified during the Dynasty’s attempt to centralize the region and bring under their dominion. However, the territory would eventually be returned to the nomads after the Pomai rebellion. Lead by a centaur named Pomai, he united several other Centaur, Satyr, and Orc tribes to push out the Dynasty.

This period of unification would be short lived however. Fifty years after Pomai liberated the nomadic tribes from the cruel Dynasty, it would find itself under threat of complete annexation by the Kratorian Imperium. At first Pomai was capable of securing favorable terms with the aggressive empire, offering tribute in exchange for independence. Terms that would change shortly after his death six years later. The tribe was split between his three sons, Grymios, Ceto, and Xoneus. Noticing this moment of weakness, the Kratorian Imperium seized the opportunity to annex the region and bring it under their rule beginning what would became known as the Pomai Wars (1390-1410).

Though taking place over a significant period of time, the Pomai Wars had few decisive battles. Instead when the Kratorians crossed into Grymios’ land, the eldest of the three brothers, his tribe was quick to avoid the Kratorians directly on the battlefield. Instead they resorted to a series of raids along their supply lines and camps, making occupation nearly impossible. However even in face of seemingly insurmountable odds, possibly due to either Kratorian stubbornness or pride, they moved forward with the annexation.

In 1409 the Kratorians brokered a deal with Xoneus. That should he unite with the Kratorian’s against his brothers, that he would be given ownership over their territories as a vassal state of the Imperium. He graciously accepted. That winter Xoneus called for a meeting with his two brothers claiming that he desired to unify their three clans and finally end this war against the Kratorians. It was there that Xoneus would betray them. Under the cover of the night, the Kratorians marched into the camp and razed it, mercilessly killing both Grymios and Ceto. Weeks later Xoneus pledge his loyalty to the Kratorians and they in turn established the city of Pohae. Originally been named after the Xoneus’ father to symbolize unification, it quickly became to others a symbol of tyranny.

Under the Imperium the city became prosperous, many of its citizens being a unique blend of humans from the neighboring territories of the Kratorian Imperium. Soon it became known as the “gateway to the west”, an essential trading hub within the Imperium. For its’ citizens this was the golden age of Pohae. However, Xoneus’ tribe slowly grew displeased with the treatment of his people in the territory. Not only were centaurs and satyrs a clear minority within their homeland, but the Imperium made sure to slowly remove and restrict the autonomy of his people.

Eventually when the Imperium went into decline, the Xoneus tribe rebelled. With intentions of razing the city, the bastion of Kratorian authority. The Kratorians, weakened from collapse could not fight off the enraged clan. Instead it was the intervention of the Segon Dynasty that ultimately saved the city. Fighting back the brother and ultimately slaying him at the battle of the Ikcheon. As a reward for saving the people of Pohae, the Dynasty annexed the region once again finally reclaiming the lost territory, however history would soon once again repeat itself.

After a hundred years of occupation, the people of Pohae would once again rebel against it’s foreign overlords and reclaim control over their homeland. Allying themselves with the remnants of the steppe tribes, they would eventually establish their independence during the treaty of Nonyeong in 1532.

Though these four hundred years of unification haven’t been without conflict, the Free State of Pohae has managed to remain independent. Fighting off invaders from the north, east, and west throughout its lifetime. Proclaiming itself as a beacon of freedom throughout the world and holding strong to the title of “gateway to the west”.

Territory Claims:

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Economy:
The Free State of Pohae’s economy centers around the city itself. Due to its road connections to the Sesong Dynasty and the Eastern Empires, as well as a powerful navy to ensure dominance in trade, it is a desirable location for merchants across the world to meet and sell goods. Domestically the city predominantly trades in furs, spices, and technology. The furs and spices often being acquired from the neighboring Bulankhets.

Technology:
The Free State of Pohae has remained relatively modern, due to its place as an essential trading hub for nations. There are a few tribes who struggle to access basic utilities such as electricity due to a lack of infrastructure, but both the capital and larger surrounding tribes live fairly modern lives.

Army:
The Free State’s military is divided between the Federal Army and the Bulankhet militias. At the Federal level, the Army consists of mostly human males between the ages of 20-24 from the city of Pohae and its surrounding territory. It is Estimated that the standing army is around 80,000 strong, though it has special permissions to draw from local militias and the general population during wartime.

The Bulankhet militias are controversial at the Federal level. They are often ill equipped and poorly trained in comparison to the Federal Army, serving little tactical advantage on the battlefield. Maintained simply to protect the autonomy of the Bulankhets, rather then for the benefit of the Free State. There is no estimated size of the Bulankhet militia’s numbers, though it is agreed upon that it is likely far smaller than the Federal Army.

Navy:
Due to Pohae’s heavy reliance on trade, the Federal Navy is by far it’s strongest military asset. The nation has opted to rely upon a massive fleet as a deterrent against foreign expansion, effectively making forms of naval expansion nearly impossible and forcing enemies to cross the massive and empty steppes of Pohae to reach its capital.

Air Force:
The Steppes of Pohae have made for an effective testing ground in recent aerial technology. Maintaining a small air force of nearly two hundred biplanes to potentially scout approaching enemies.

Rolls:

Hider

4 - Territory - Your nation can be best described as a city-state. It is composed of a single city, and likely imports its food from outside its borders.
12+3 - Tech - Your nation is decently modern, with an effective grasp of technology. It is by no means a trend setter, but it stays up.
8 - Army Size - Your army is decently sized, and is maintained year-round.
10+2 - Economy - Your economy is average, and is stable.
10 - Production - Your nation is a mix of agrarian and industrial.
15 - Navy Size - Your navy is decently sized, with a large merchant train and a large military portion.
15 - Airforce Size - You have some biplanes.
10 - Mobilization Ability - It takes two months to mobilize.

Other:

Blood & Steel | Nation RP

Full Name: William Hodge
Date of Birth: November 8th, 1753
Nation Affiliation: Merenia
Position: Member of Parliament (Liberal Party)
Bio: William was born into a small yet wealthy landed family, third son of Robert Hodge and his wife Anne. With little chance to inherit the family estate, he pursued a career in the navy and joined the naval academy when he was 16. At age 23, he was given the rank of Captain and command over the Chivalrous, a large frigate. Three years later he obtained renown after the battle of Green Bay against a small fleet of pirates, where he successfully sunk two frigates and captured a third, earning him the rank of Commodore. Most of William’s military career after that was relatively eventless, he earned the rank of Rear Admiral by the time he was 30 and retired a year later. Shortly after retirement he pursued an education at the Pennington University in Merenia’s capital, where he spent six years studying both law and philosophy. During this time he became a strong advocate of liberalism and began to take active interest in Merenian politics. Once he had finished his education, he became a member of the Merenian liberal party, and earned his first seat in Parliament three years later. Since then, he has become an influential member within the party, due to a combination of his passionate belief, staunch anti-Taranian attitude, and military career.

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.