Primus, the Palace Grounds"
Stand Strong and remain on Guard!
Do not let the Rhine fall!
Glory to the Kaiser!
Glory to Lancia!
Glory to the Empire!"
The anthem of Lancia, its patriotic tone striking cords in the hearts of the Lancian people, sung out across the grounds, the recruits marching forth as many civilians had come to see the march. It was traditional for all new recruits to come to Primus and sing the anthem before they were shipped off to wherever they were needed. The Kaiser Gabriel stood on the balcony of the mighty palace, over-looking the marching recruits and the cheering Lancians. Not just a Lancian citizen, but those of the blood of Lancia. The mighty people had built a Grand Empire in their name. When the recruits finished their march they stood and faced the Kaiser, as did all of the civilians. His imposing figure inspiring bravery in his friend and allies, and fear into his enemies. He opened his mouth, as his voice boomed across the crowds.
"My people, today we stand proud and powerful. This Empire has prospered for many years on end, growing and expanding like never before. From Iberia in the south, to Molanska and Venito, Bitola, and of course us in the North, we are huge. However once we were bigger, there used to be 6 realms instead of 5. I come to you with a promise my people, that I will regain our rightful territory. Already our forces have begun moving towards Nutr to reclaim our lands. They are in a state of war with themselves, I have no doubt that this conflict will be over quickly and easily. And while I cannot reveal the expenses of the Empire yet I assure you my people that the funds have been redirected to where they are needed. And with news of the new world I shall prepare a fleet immediately, and as repayment to the cartographers guild for their contribution I have sent them 100 of Lancia's finest muskets. Glory to the Empire!" shouted the Kaiser, finishing his speech as the soldiers saluted him and the civilians roared with applause.
5 Billion to growing Venito's trade routes, 5 billion to be invested into buying businesses in Parra. 10 billion to building homes for the poor as well as new mines and farms for the unemployed. 1 billion into outfighting a scout force to see what is happening in Nutr. 4 billion into outfitting recruits for regular state. 2 billion into a campaign to spread fliers and word of how great the empire is. 4 billion into colonial pursuits(see below).
A fleet consisting of 2 Barques and 4 galleys is to be loaded with 1000 regulars and 1000 colonists and everything necessary for them to survive the journey as well as build homes and farms on the new land, as well as muskets and gold for trading. Any colonists are to be informed they may claim 10 acres of land, with a additional 2 acres being awarded for every child. It is to land on the southern most tip of the peninsula closet to Edoniras.
A force of 20,000 Veterans accompanied by 30,000 regulars and backed by 5000 recruits is to march across the North of Nutr and regain Lancia's former lands, remaining ships not being sent for colonial purposes are to initiate a blockade.