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Name of Nation: Volanth Empire
Government: Absolute Monarchy. Representatives from every district of the Empire form a Council that advises the Emperor, but final decision rests with him and those he designates with that power in certain matters.
Species: The Volanth Empire is made up of hundreds of different species, in varying degrees of populous and influence, from all across the world. It is a safe haven to all. That being said, there are four major species:
Humans: The most fertile of the races, humans are everywhere, able to be seen in great numbers all across the holdings of the Empire, in every conceivable position the Empire has.
Orcs:The original holders of much of the colonies claimed by the Empire, the Orc tribes have long since become accustomed to the rule of the Empire. Averaging at six feet and with an inborn strength, they're drawn to the factories and military of the Empire. The white tattoos on their skin denote tribe, status, and great victories in their lifetimes.
Dragonkin: The original creators of the Volanth Empire, the Dragonkin were once an almighty race, forging their empire with magic and blood. However, since the last dragon died a thousand years ago, they have lost much of their power. Still formidable, they tower at an average of eight feet tall with razor sharp claws. They are largely gathered in the homeland, and make up most of the airforce (in every aspect) of the Empire.
Minotaurs: The Minotaurs are the first race, to have witnessed the power of the original Dragon Gods. As such, they're as feverent as the Dragonkin in their belief in the power of the Dragon Gods, even after death. Almost as tall as the Dragonkin at an average of seven feet tall (counting horns), they are like the humans in terms of location. Spread out amongst all holdings and all professions of the Empire.
Homeland Population: 150 Million
Colonial population: 250 Million
Culture: The Empire's culture varies based on what area you're in. In the Homeland you will find holidays and worship dedicated to the spirits of the Dragon Gods. In the colonies populated by Orcs you will find shrines to Mother Nature to soothe her moods. In the islands you will find offerings to the sea, so that the island may stay above water another hundred years. So on so forth. The Volanth Empire recognizes strength in diversity, and has only pressed two ideals upon it's citizens; Discipline and loyalty. The citizens of the Empire highly value discipline, whether it be in the heat of combat or when working at a factory. People who are seen as having none are often looked down upon. Likewise, those whose loyalty to the Emperor, chosen of the Dragon, is questionable are outcast and suspected.
Territory Claims:
The Empire's holdings are in red.
Economy: While no where near as strong as the Kaiserreich, the economy of the Empire is strong and stable. A mixture of socialist and capitalist, the economy encourages competition while the government regulates and oversees what is deemed as necessities.
Technology: The Empire relies on it's allies and neighbors to give it their newest designs and innovations. While it can certainly produce thousands of copies very quickly, and even thousands more of variations in record time, the Empire itself has only kept up with the changing times, never leading the charge.
Army:
The Empire keeps a decent sized army of 6,000,000 (1,000,000 as the home guard with 5,000,000 colonials) standing military at all times, to protect it's borders and holdings. These soldiers of the Empire epitomize the values of discipline and loyalty even more than the average citizen, more than willing to hold any position needed of them, even at the cost of their own lives. This is especially seen in the unofficial motto. "The only time the enemy shall see our backs is when we are dead."
If push comes to shove and the Empire is called to a true war, it can call a conscription and swell it's armies to even greater size. The very discipline that makes this possible without a drop in the Empire's skill at production makes this process slow, however. It would take the better part of a year for the conscription to be considered complete.
The army of the Empire is equipped with the Dragon's Vengeance (DV) Model 1889 (Based off of the IRL Mosin-Nagant). The bolt-action five round rifle was created in response to the aggressive expansion of the Ulgyrikinan Kingdom, which resulted in several Empire colonies being taken, and was pivotal in reclaiming lost territory. Due to the Empire's skill in production, and the capitalist nature of the companies making the weapons, dozens of variations have been made and are in service, from the long barreled sniper rifle, to the short and efficient carbine for cavalry, and almost everything in between. While not the deadliest or newest rifle on the market, the DVM1889 is extremely reliable, almost never failing in the field. This, above all else, is what Empire's military values.
Designed along similar lines, the Vengeance Model 1890 (Based off of the IRL Nagant Model 1895) is a seven shot pistol that every soldier of the Imperial Legions carry, reliable and rugged.
Having learned from the sudden invasion of the Ulgyrikinan Kingdom, the Empire has since garnered designs for machine guns from the Kaiserreich, and has begun mass producing them. Specifically the Dragon's Breath Model 1895 has come into great popularity for their accuracy and reliability (Based off of the IRL Colt Browning M1895) These deadly weapons are a part of every facet of the Empire's military, especially in the colonies. They are key to the Empire's defense against any sudden attack.
1,000 of the best troops the Empire has to offer are recruited into the Dragon's Claws, the personal bodyguards of the Emperor and his direct influence on the outside world. They are the best of the Empire's military. Utterly loyal, they only answer to the Emperor himself.
Despite all this, the Empire generally prefers to influence wars and such from the background, using their strong economical and production influence to lend considerable aid to the side of their choice. To further this end, the Empire has agents in every nation. Their positioning and usefulness varies considerably from nation to nation, but they are there nonetheless.
If push comes to shove and the Empire is called to a true war, it can call a conscription and swell it's armies to even greater size. The very discipline that makes this possible without a drop in the Empire's skill at production makes this process slow, however. It would take the better part of a year for the conscription to be considered complete.
The army of the Empire is equipped with the Dragon's Vengeance (DV) Model 1889 (Based off of the IRL Mosin-Nagant). The bolt-action five round rifle was created in response to the aggressive expansion of the Ulgyrikinan Kingdom, which resulted in several Empire colonies being taken, and was pivotal in reclaiming lost territory. Due to the Empire's skill in production, and the capitalist nature of the companies making the weapons, dozens of variations have been made and are in service, from the long barreled sniper rifle, to the short and efficient carbine for cavalry, and almost everything in between. While not the deadliest or newest rifle on the market, the DVM1889 is extremely reliable, almost never failing in the field. This, above all else, is what Empire's military values.
Designed along similar lines, the Vengeance Model 1890 (Based off of the IRL Nagant Model 1895) is a seven shot pistol that every soldier of the Imperial Legions carry, reliable and rugged.
Having learned from the sudden invasion of the Ulgyrikinan Kingdom, the Empire has since garnered designs for machine guns from the Kaiserreich, and has begun mass producing them. Specifically the Dragon's Breath Model 1895 has come into great popularity for their accuracy and reliability (Based off of the IRL Colt Browning M1895) These deadly weapons are a part of every facet of the Empire's military, especially in the colonies. They are key to the Empire's defense against any sudden attack.
1,000 of the best troops the Empire has to offer are recruited into the Dragon's Claws, the personal bodyguards of the Emperor and his direct influence on the outside world. They are the best of the Empire's military. Utterly loyal, they only answer to the Emperor himself.
Legion: 100,000 troops, or two Corps.
Corp: 50,000 troops, or two Divisions.
Division: 25,000 troops, or two Regiments.
Regiment: 12,500 troops, or two Battalions.
Battalion: 6,250 troops, or four Companies.
Company: 1,500 troops, or two Platoons.
Platoon: 750 troops, or fifteen Sections.
Section: 50 troops, or ten Squads.
Squad: 5 troops.
Corp: 50,000 troops, or two Divisions.
Division: 25,000 troops, or two Regiments.
Regiment: 12,500 troops, or two Battalions.
Battalion: 6,250 troops, or four Companies.
Company: 1,500 troops, or two Platoons.
Platoon: 750 troops, or fifteen Sections.
Section: 50 troops, or ten Squads.
Squad: 5 troops.
Despite all this, the Empire generally prefers to influence wars and such from the background, using their strong economical and production influence to lend considerable aid to the side of their choice. To further this end, the Empire has agents in every nation. Their positioning and usefulness varies considerably from nation to nation, but they are there nonetheless.
Navy: The Empire keeps a decent amount of merchant vessels in active service, with a small amount of actual military vessels, but prefers to rely on allies for true naval warfare.
Air Force: The Empire is one of the nations at the head of the air race, having one of the largest aerial fleets. As a nation founded on the wings of dragons, it knows all to well the power controlling the skies can bring it. It is constantly seeking new designs from allies and neighbors, to further refine and increase its fleet.
Currently, the Imperial Dragons boasts an air force of 30,000 planes (10,000 bombers and 20,000 planes) and 5,000 airships, with more in production.
Rolls:
Roll ID: 309720899051847690
18 - Territory - Your nation is magnificently sized, a premiere empire of the day. There is plenty of land to go around.
14 - Tech - Your nation is decently modern, with an effective grasp of technology. It is by no means a trend setter, but it stays up.
12 - Army Size - Your army is decently sized, and is maintained year-round.
18 - Economy - Your economy is well-off, and a majority of what needs to be funded is.
20 - Production - Your nation is at the top of its class, and a large portion of the world’s goods are produced here.
10 - Navy Size - You have an okay navy, it is still largely merchant vessels however.
19 - Airforce Size - You have a decent amount of biplanes.
4 - Mobilization Ability - It takes the good part of a year to mobilize.
Other:
Imperial Leaders of Note
The current Emperor, Jakon epitomizes wisdom and patience. He has been ruling for forty years now, starting at the age of 18 when the last Emperor died.
Ulmoth is the heir to the throne, chosen by the Dragon Gods in 1889 as he reclaimed territory for the Empire.
National Relationships
The Kaiserreich: The Empire has a strong and close alliance with the Kaiserreich, each nation using it's strengths to cover the other's weaknesses.
The Sacred Kingdom: The Empire is on icy terms with the Kingdom. Only ten years ago did the war between them end, and the Kingdom still holds onto territory the Empire sees as rightfully its. Things have not gone so far as to completely cut off the selling of Imperial goods, however.
