Guys

Sorry I've been very inactive recently. I'm afraid m,y camera has been *couch* confiscated, and therefore, I have to nick it from dad if I want to get a good pic up again. Also, my Modem has been intolerably slow recently. I'll keep you guys posted when things get better.

*kisses*

I've discovered some marvellous pieces on youtube. Who said patriotism was dead!?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=levBlxRsUYg&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_dJ-QNmVfzA&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wh8OL_4B3sE&feature=related

And my personal favourite:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OjFql8qk9cI

Refraō:
Lyxāvēā, ōt gritō dē guērra,
ē as rādēs dterō jagōn. Rētiēmble E Tērra cā sē centrur,
c ruguēdō dō canhāō, canhaō!
Rētiēmble ēm suās ēscōas dā Tērrā,
c cincintā ruguedō cānō!

Chorus:
Lynxavetatans, yell the cry of war,
we shall ready the steel and horse,
And we shall make the earth shiver
With the roar of the cannons!
And we shall make the earth shiver
with the roar of the cannons!



Sung to the tune of, and inspired by, the National Anthem of Mexico, by Francisco Gonzalez and Jaime Nuno.

Sneezing and coughing all over the place. Had the day off today, and probably tommorow. Jesus, I feel awful.

On the 29th of october, 1923, Mustafa Kemal "Ataturk" (father of the turks), declared the dissolution of the Ottoman Empire and the declaretion of the Turkish Republic, after four years of waging a (defensive) war against Britain, France, Greece, and Italy. Against the odds, the Turkish army defeated a better equipped, larger opponent, and drove them out.
The Turkish anthem, "Istiklal Marsi" was written in honour of this occasion.


Mustafa Kemal became a national hero.

READ WITH THIS AS SOUNDTRACK
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avSM4PRDWBo&feature=related




Name: The Kingdom of Hagen (often nicknamed the simply as the Hagen Isles)
Capital: Sðrss
Population: 4,187,345 (as of 834)
Currency: Króndt
Government: Federal Monarchy
Current monarch: Jðrrdge the IIV
Language: Hågendorfster (Hagen name. Usually referred to by foreigners as Hagender)
Surface area: 20,345 sq miles
Geography: outer islands flat and grassy, inner central islands rocky and mountainous. Pine forests frequent.
Main exports: Coal, timber, and fish.
Main imports: steel, electronics, fruit.
Detailed History:
Located on the seas straddling between The Provéncian Republic and the Holy Lupine Empire, the Hagen Isles inhabitants first arrived in 60,000 BAW, from the cold, hostile mainland that is now The Lupine commonwealth. Historians gleaned from old scrolls and animal skin-writings that the settlers, mainly canid, feline and avian, called themselves “”Hjagskjorlden”. The old Hagenders were found from engravings and writings to be an advanced people, with archaeologists finding poetic verses, songs, and even student exam papers in old monasteries. The settlers dispersed around the islands, forming fishing and cattle communities, usually containing a longhouse (perhaps a town hall of sorts?), a grain house, and a chapel. Interestingly, it is known through the written word of monks that even at this early period, the islands had formed confederations of sorts, mainly as protection against Lupine pirates.


0 AW: The beginnings of a bloody reputation
Around 0 to 12 AW, rumours began to spread throughout the continent of fierce avian, feline and canid raiders, who stormed ashore in large ships, wielding swords, round shields, spears and longbows, burning, pillaging, and looting. The raids of these terrifying intruders spread rapidly, from the snows of northern Lupinia, to the arid plains of modern day erenmor, raiding, burning and thieving along the way.
Stories also tell of a tubular weapon that burst smoke and flame, and flung stone and arrows a great distance. Historians believe this may be describing an early type of cannon, although some argue that the islands these so called “Northmen” inhabited were unsuitable for production of explosives. It is believed that perhaps this was in fact a flame thrower. Employing bellows, lamp oil, and a brave, skilful user, the idea is feasible. It is possible that the Hagenders experimented with packing in stones with hay and sand, discovering the properties of contained propulsion.
The reason for these savage raids is open to speculation, although the most popular view is that over farming of the land had created famine and poverty. The fact that the most quickly and most commonly stolen property was grain, bread and cattle would seem to support this theory. However, especially among the Hagender’s former enemies, the image of bloodthirsty pirates hungry for women, blood and gold is still rife in many schoolbooks of dictatorships and democracies alike.

121 AW-200 AW: The start of a legacy
In 121 AW, on the fourth of Løss, the Hagen month of religious celebration, king Hmælder “battleaxe” was crowned at Sðrss, at the age of 31. Immediately, he either brought the other kingdoms under his overlordship, or conquered them savagely. Although the beginning of his rule was marked by savage oppression, he is remembered amongst other things for his suppression of the raiders, his encouragement of foreign trade, and his numerous reforms to improve the lives of the average peasant and fishermen. Hmælder famously encouraged poetry and literature, and wrote frequently himself. Some of his works, such as “the fisherman’s love” and “A warrior’s maiden” still survive in chronicles to this day.
He died at the hands of a dagger up the rear, at the age of 60, whilst sitting on the privy, at the hands of an assassin, probably sent by one of his brothers. His cruel and oppressive younger brother, Mjøld, succeeded him, and celebrated by legalising raiding once more, increasing taxing to extortionate lengths, and viciously punishing foreigners who stepped out of line. He was immensely unpopular, and died after a reign of only two years, at a feast, amidst a fit, believed to have been brought on a by an especially gross bout of heavy drinking. Legend has it that he was poisoned, most likely by his nephew, the rightful heir, who was living in exile abroad. Indeed, king Hmælder the II arrived surprisingly quickly to seize the throne. Overtime, the Jørgen dynasty, through size, influence and military power, absorbed (or wiped out) the families of the subject kings.


1500AW: The start of the empire
On the eighteenth of Fúrss, 1500AW, king Skjöld the IV signed an important paper handed to him by the Lord Chancellor. The paper was a letter of consent and condonement, lending the funds of the Royal Treasuries coffers to the expedition of one Slørgercapitonten (Lord Captain) Hjalmmar Søgderbundtsson, a puffin, heading southwards, commanding two 34 gun galleys of the Hagen Royal Naval Service, and an additional 3 armed supply tenders, with a total crew of 967 men. His objective was to explore the south continent, bring back examples of the findings there, and, if possible, to establish relations with the inhabitants. On the twenty-eighth, the flotilla sailed from Sðrssens bay. Captain Hjalmmar decided to hug the coast, avoiding storms and gales, fighting off pirates on more than one occasion, stopping off for food and water at friendly ports along the way (which were sparse and few, the memory of the raiders still fresh in the minds of many). On the nineteenth of Jøgd, 1503AW, the crew of Hjalmmars flagship, the Styrkød, set foot on the shores of the south continent. Upon landing, they were immediately met by the spears and shields of the Watusi tribe of the south coasts. Many of the landing party, who were mostly unarmed, were slaughtered in seconds. The crewmen who remained aboard the Styrkød returned fire with arrows and Harquebus’s, killing many southerners and scaring the rest away. Captain Hjalmmar, who was wounded in the brief engagement, refused to leave, and returned, bringing with him the crews of the rest of the flotilla. What captain Hjalmmar did next has been used as a prime example of imperial war crimes, and has further enhanced the bloody reputation of the Hagenders. On the ruins of the watusi capital, Hjalmmar built a stockade, built by the hands of his sailors, and then manned by his soldiers. Sending one of the schooners back, laden with guns, food, provisions and even captives from the massacre, and to send for more people, women being on the list this time. In the meantime, Hjalmmar ordered his men to make use of the local women. After the south’s independence, the half breed descendents of many of these couples were expelled by the government, who derogatorily referred to them as “North bastards”. Finding no refuge in other nations, most left for the Holy Lupine Empire. Some, if fortunate enough to obtain a boat ticket or bribe a fisherman, were able to even reach Hagen itself, were they received a surprisingly warm welcome.

Captain Hjalmmar died, reputedly at the hands of his own crew, guilty at the massacre of the families of so many of their wives. His remains were boiled so as to remove the flesh and feathers, and his bones sent back to Hagen. He was replaced as governor by his eminence the earl of Brugðdt, Lord Kjappen Jorgssen, who turned out to be a more relaxed and fair minded man, and a just, if harsh, governor. As the influence of the Vulpine Kingdom grew, the Hagenders restricted and fortified their possessions, confining them to the coast. Although there was never an official conflict between the Provence and The Hagen Kingdoms, skirmishes between the frontier Chasseurs of the Provence frontier, and the Konstabels of the Hagen concessions. As conditions in the Hagen territories were considerably more liberal, the governor had to deal yearly with influxes of escaping g refugees. Despite numerous Vulpine threats and attempts at bribing, the majority of the refugees were allowed to stay, those who weren’t usually being sent on to the Hagen isles, or to other nations accommodating for enemies of the vulpinians.

At 4 A.M, the fourteenth of Møgde, 651, the advance century of a Holy Lupine force arrived on the sands of Bæ beach. The objective was to take the two 68 gun batteries defending Sðrss bay. The column however, was intercepted by a Jågkormpvet (Skirmisher Company) of elite Jågers, supported by mounted hussars, and was defeated. The highlander admiral, unaware of this setback, sailed his fleet of 12 ironclad men o’ war and frigates into the harbour to begin landing troops…right under the fortress guns. The fleet was further delayed by a training squadron of naval students piloting semi-submersible monitor -esque craft. Despite the battery fire, and the antics of naval cadets, the Lupine troops managed to get ashore in flat bottomed barges. Numbering about 2,000, they stormed the waterfront, despite confrontation by civilian and law enforcement sharpshooters, and being assailed by yeoman cavalry. By this time, the Hagender authorities had managed to organise a ramshackle defence, in the form of 600 mounted yeomanry, armed night watchmen (many of whom were former soldiers), and large numbers (about 1,200) of armed naval and merchant sailors, as well as armed civilian volunteers. The townspeople and sailors fought bravely, but were soon overwhelmed by weight of numbers and ship gunfire.

By now, however, the operation was an hour over time, and troops from nearby garrisons were forming up behind the city, consisting of horse, foot and cannon. The Lupine admiral was also coming under fire from artillery batteries on the shore. Having no choice, the Lupines pressed on into the town, encountering ferocious resistance along the way.
The king and a force of about 450 yeoman and sailors had barricaded themselves into the government house, and were letting off musket volleys at anyone who came to close, the king having been barricaded into a cellar, dressed as a nun. Eventually, the Lupines made it to the town edges, only to be faced by a force of 3,000 Hagender regulars and yeoman. The Lupines, having not planned on a pitched battle, were forced to withdraw, and were eventually pushed out of the town altogether. Under heavy fire from all sides, and with a squadron of frigates threatening to seal of the harbour, the admiral was forced to withdraw.
The war that ensued lasted for four months of mainly naval engagements, before a treaty was signed, with favourable terms to the Hagenders.

The Hagen people: Overview
The Hagenders are descended from refugees from what is now northern Lupinia. The main species of the Hagen islands are a slightly diminutive species of wolf, known as the northern wolf, lynx, and uniquely, puffins. They have gone by many stereotypes in the past, as stated before, including bloodthirsty pirates, hard edged but fair minded imperialists, peaceful, tough nosed fishermen, and finally, as progressive, independent minded citizens. Most Hagenders are fishermen or woodsmen by trade, with only a few being in modern employment such as computing, industry, and electronics. The majority of women decline to volunteer for the army, as many are too busy at home with young family. It should be noted that Hagen has a much higher percentage of married couples than many.


The Hagen Armed forces: Overview
Tracing their ancestry back to 121 AW, when they were founded by king Hmælder I, the Hagen armed forces have an extensive and glorious military history, adorning their barrack longhouses with numerous successful military engagements. Hagen, as an island nation, has always employed the navy as its first line of defence. Then Hagen navy is by far the largest of all the forces, comprising of one aircraft carrier, the Tønderkinst, eight MkII submarines (three of which are believed to be WMD capable), eleven Ågen class destroyers, and up to fifty torpedo and missile boats, and numerous armed speed launches. The navy is supported by the fleet air arm, consisting of fighter and helicopter squadrons assigned to the Tønderkinst , and naval land bases.

The army is second largest, numbering no more than 100,000 men. As most Hagen men are involved in jobs vital for the population, such as fishing and woodcutting, so conscription is a wartime measure. To compensate, each individual soldier undergoes a training program lasting up to 6 years, and is equipped with the best the government can afford. Into battle, he wears a feldgråu tunic and trousers. Boots are often home purchased, to allow the soldier to fit their own requirements. Over the feldgråu tunic and trousers, many wear Wødgen pattern camouflage pants and smock.
In winter, this will be replaced by a powder snow style kit. The ammunition pouches are made of dark brown, durable, rubberised canvas. Underneath the camouflage smock, he wears a Kevlar jacket, and Kevlar groin piece and shoulder, knee, and elbow pads. Tank crews and artillery gunners also often wear forearm and shin guards.

Into battle, he carries the Heskø MkIII 7.65x38 mm rifle, and up to six “potato masher” grenades. The helmet is a Kevlar variant of the old “Stølenhelmt” pattern, and is known for its distinctive, squared shape and side rivets, to allow a protective face visor to be bolted on. In addition to the regular army, the Hagen defence ministry can also call upon Yeomanry cavalry (mechanised) reservists. Amongst the army’s most distinguished units are the elite Jåger regiments, composed of only the finest and more experienced marksmen.

Finally, we can attend to the air force, known as “Dur Luftsålwegen”. The Hagen air force, like the army and navy, is a historic branch, stretching back to the very start of aviation. The first Hagen air units were observation balloons. The idea was that an observation post could be established that would be invincible to bombardment (most navies using round shot muzzle loading balls at this time). As aerial technology improved, so the Hagenders advanced their force. The Hagender air force of today is divided by island in proportion to aircraft stationed there. For instance, an island of about two miles, with only 30 people there, might only warrant a small rescue helicopter, whereas an island of 30 miles, and 45,000 people, would warrant a full squadron of fighters, or more. The air force has at its disposal 12 squadrons of 170 fighter jets, 3 squadrons of 30 bombers, and single gunship squadron of 8 gunships.

Hagen industry: Overview
Hagen’s main serious industry is ship building, Hagen having a highly reputable maritime history. The most commonly produced vessel id the sturdy, diminutive, Bjørnssons class armed fishing trawler. Most Hagen made vessels are armed with a variety of weaponry for various purposes, from dealing with Verodian pirates, to protecting against light warships. Hagen has produced its own firearms in the past, the most famous being the Kjeppler M1879 bolt action repeating rifle.

Hagen foreign relations: Overview
Since the second Hagen-Lupine war of 1980, Hagen has managed to maintain relatively cordial relationships with neighbouring countries, the Highland republic, the legacy, and Jerodian caliphate being the few exceptions. Hagen, a traditionally democratic, federal monarchist nation, is vehemently opposed to the Provence, Turav, and Lupine dictatorships. As aforementioned, Hagen has had confrontations with the Holy Lupine Empire in the past, and also suffered from territorial disputes with the Provéncian kingdom, now the Legacy. As the Felinian war began, the Hagen Kingdom, hoping to end continuous pirate raids on its merchant and fishing fleets, sent a contingent of 10,000 regulars and yeomanry, including 500 Jågers, 10 fighter planes, and two gunships, with four tanks and APC’s. In addition, they also sent a destroyer, a submarine, and ten torpedo and missile boats.
The Hagenders, seizing this as an opportunity to give their men some proper combat experience and to try out their brand new equipment, circulated monthly, meaning that all personal served at some point. Highly trained, tough, and resourceful, they quickly built a reputation for steadfastness, courage and stubbornness.
They also built up a strong friendship with their allied troops particularly the Lupinian and Saiduan troops, their plumed off duty shakos and cutlass side arms causing a sensation in the media. Relations with Rynnsreachia have since the raids been mostly relaxed, even friendly, whereas the Lupines rarely will have diplomatic dealings with them. The vulpines, possessing a long history of skirmishes with the Hagen Konstabels of Hagen Akavar, not to mention falling victim to the raids of antiquity. The Democratic Republic of Provence, a dictatorship under the guise of a republic, is in direct ideological conflict with the democratic, federal monarchists of Hagen, and skirmishes between Hagen merchant vessels and the legacy coastguard are commonplace. Relations with the Xing kingdom are fairly warm, the countries having been in trade with each other for over 4 centuries, and their armed forces having frequently trained alongside and against each other.

Hagen language: Overview
The Hagen language is not so much of a language as a language family, with about each island having its own dialect. It is believed to have evolved from the harsh, barbarian languages of the northern continent. It sounds most similar to the North Germanic languages, such as Danish, Swedish, Norwegian, Icelandic, and Faroese, with a small influence of German and Dutch.

Hagen politics: Overview
The Hagen kingdom is a federalised state, employing a system similar to that of Switzerland and Imperial Germany. Each one of the 30 provinces has its own representative in a national council, headed by the king. The advantage of this system being that, in times of war, should the king be assassinated or the central government being destroyed, the provinces, instead of surrendering, would be able to continue to fight on independently, or simply crown a new monarch and form a new council. The king, as a federal monarch, has relatively little authority besides being the commander in chief of the armed forces, or outside his province of residence.

As you may have noticed, I have started to post drawings now. So, basically, if you have an idea for a request or a trade, please note me!! Keep in mind that I sometimes have a limited ability to post my stuff, due to the unpredictable nature of UK broadband.

As you may have noticed, I have started to post drawings now. So, basically, if you have an idea for a request or a trade, please note me!! Keep in mind that I sometimes have a limited ability to post my stuff, due to the unpredictable nature of UK broadband.

http://www.furaffinity.net/view/4370803/
Map has been updated, finally!
If you have any questions, ask me, or  rldragonstrider

I feel so depressed right now.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xh_9QhRzJEs

Basically, Lynxavetatns love to fuck. Good looking enough, they'll pull you into an alleyway any time, and men are much the same. Examples.

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The Second Lynxavetatan Empire: History

The Second Lynxavetatan Empire is an arid, hot country in the southern continent. Inhabited by Lynx and bush dogs, it is made up of 25 cantonas (cantons), with a population of 80,000,000.
First discovered by Latronian conquistadores, the latronian invaders quickly crushed underfoot the native peoples, although native jungle peoples in the south continued to resist until independence.

The civilization conquered by the latranian is today known as the Catapulto civilization. They were a centralised people, who lived in large stone cities, constructed out of stone mined from cliff sides.

In 1822, after centuries of oppression, a rebellion of the dons began, which inspired the peasants to rise up against their oppressors. The rebellion, which lasted six months, quickly led to victory for the rebels, and The first Empire of Lynxavetata was formed.



In 1898, the great war started, with Lynxavetata spending most of it fighting its neighbour, the Canine Confederation ( cigarsnscotch)

The war, which lasted 14 years, was long and bloody. The Lynxavetatan Empire's army was poorly equipped, and what equipment they had was severely lacking.

Here are some early colour photos of Lynxavetatan troops and units for reference.
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/4031262
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/4032033
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/4032191
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/4036421/
http://www.furaffinity.net/view/4036434/

AS the viewer can see, they were employing old fashioned uniforms, against an enemy who was more numerous and better equipped and supplied.
They fought bravely and had skilled leadership, but were none the less pushed back to their capital.
Only the strength and depth of Lynxavetatan defences, the initiative of a group of staff officers, and the supreme valour of its troops saved Lynxavetata from total annihilation, with the northern lands being swallowed into the CIWS.

A nationalist movement swept through the nation, with dismayed army leaders and politicians leading the way to reform and recovery. It also lit the spark for a communist insurgency which continues to this day.


The Lynxavetatan language: Overview

The Lynxavetatan language is claimed by many less informed to be a Creole language, on the basis of its similar appearance to latranian. On the contrary, it is a mostly indigenous language, whose ancestry can be traced to old scrolls found in a ruined city in the jungles of the south.

"Nocotros agramc cei l 8 de cei cumpo. Ti fuero de ametcerdo cei acuampoc, vic nue heos fortuit pitos, pe nas tikte posición, tekt allhamc ceik agrame pi el avio."




The Lynxavetatan Imperial Armed Forces: Overview

Founded in 579, although it can trace its origins back as far as 8,000 BW, the Lynxavetatan army has been famed for adopting new weaponry years ahead of its time, and for its notorious poor equipment in its early days.
Conscription has been abolished, though many males join nonetheless, usually as a way out of poverty and desperation induced by lack of decent living conditions, or destitution as a result of poor harvests.
The army is nowadays moderately well equipped, its troops nicknamed the Cxiuahaltapultos on account of their distinctive Cxuiha helmets. Wearing sand khaki uniforms, and carrying Metchuipal battle rifles onto the battlefield, supported by the Nahuatl MBT and Stubby Gonzaléz GA34 jet fighters, these men and women are fierce and determined soldiers, striking fear into the hearts of all who oppose them with their battle cry of “SÃBRIKTI!”


The Lynxavetatan Empire: politics
The Lynxavetatan Empire is headed currently by Emperor Merripe the IIV. An intelligent but hot headed young man, he is a fearsome strategist, but his fiery temper reveals a shortcoming that may lead to his (and Lynxavetata’s) own undoing. Each Cantona is represented by a congressman, elected by the people. A head chancellor is also elected, although he is merely an official.


Lynxavetatan people:
Most modern Lynxavetatans are of mixed race identity, although the majority have a more feline appearance. The majority are both bush dog and lynx in ancestry, and some with a smattering of coyote. The cities of Lynxavetata are unusually festive areas, home to rampant male and female prostitution (homosexuality being considered an accepted fact of life), drug wars, gangs, and frequent coup attempts by the military. Loyalty, a much sought after commodity in Lynxavetata, is rare among the higher echelons of the army, although the dedication of the soldiers and infantry officers themselves is legendary. As such, Emperor Merripe has developed a keen nose for treachery, having Marshalls he suspects of treason exiled or locked away and usually dying later in their cells.

Religion:
The overwhelming majority of religious Lynxavetatans worship the various gods and spirits that are said to have created this world. The form of worship is perhaps the most controversial in existence. Prisoners of war, usually known war criminals, prisoners of war, or men and women bearing the death penalty, are used as living sacrifices. The blood, which considered being the energy and driving force behind the universe, is drunk by the high priests in a long and complicated ritual.

The Empire of Saidu: History

The Saiduan Empire is an imperial state in the South Seas. The result of Kai-inu fishermen from the east, The Saiduan Empire is an Island state, made of five main islands: Hikusho, Mikowa, Hashiyashi, Edeto, and Modo. In addition to this, it has over 20 other constituent islands within its control.
Saidu was first known to have sentient inhabitants when a Vulpinian trade’s vessel came under cannon fire from a concealed battery. At the time, Saidu was split into kingdoms, the Vulpinian trades vessel having stumbled into the territory of the Hashi dynasty. During the period between 460-1840, there was a series of civil wars known as the "Feudal wars".
It was during these wars that the foundations for the empire were laid.

At the end of the last of these wars, in 1840, a single dynasty lay victorious. The Mayako dynasty. Although the original Emperor died in 40 AW, The Mayako dynasty and it's supporting clans agreed unanimously to elect a new Emperor, to whom ALL the Dynasties and their subordinate clans had to swear loyalty to, or be decimated.

In the years since, The Saiduan Empire rapidly populated or conquered the surrounding archipelagos, until the Empire incorporated the entire South Seas island chain.
Unfortunately, it was this conquest that brought them into conflict with The Kingdom of Vosvor.
At first, the Vosveriens had the advantage, with their superior numbers and weaponry. However, the Saiduan warships were able to outmanuver their larger, slower opponents.
In 1859 AW, Ten Ironclad torpedo boats, under the command of Commodore
Tomoyuti Iyayaki, sank the Flagship of the Vulpinian fleet, and captured the

Despite this victory, numbers and weapons began to tell, and the Saiduan Empire eventually agreed to this treaty, which generally favoured the Kingdom of Vulpinia.

There were two historic clauses in this treaty, which changed the history of the empire forever.

1: Under the stipulations of the treaty signed at Mokoyamo, The Empire of Saidu must revoke its right to declare war on any nation, defender or aggressor.

2: The Empire of Saidu cannot hold any naval forces in the trade routes through its territory, but is allowed to retain naval batteries and outposts on islands throughout the straits.

The harsh terms of the treaty Infuriated many intelectualls and peasants alike, and waves of nationalism swept through the country. Riding this wave, came a distinguished leader: Tomoyuki Iyayaki.


Revenge:

On the eighth of the Month Melji, 1880 AW, in the Straights between The south seas, A Vosvorien Trades vessel, the trader Bretur, was sailing sluggishly along. Unknown to its captain, it was about to become the test subject of a new weapon.

The Bretur sank in eight minutes, with all hands. When Lupinian vessels recovered the smoking hulk on the shore, all they could find of any indicator of malicious action was a small hole in the side, near the engine room.
It was one of the first uses of a submarine in modern warfare.
Although they never admitted responsibility for the attack, The Saiduan Empire had its revenge.


The Saiduan Language

Developed over a 80,000 year basis, the first written examples of Saiduan were found in abandoned fishing villages on isolated islands in the south seas, indicating not only the origins of the language, but also of the Saiduan people. It sounds most similar to the Japanese and Ryukyuan languages. The writing system employs a 10,000 character system.



The Saiduan Armed Forces: overview

The Imperial Saiduan army was founded in 1840, although its origins go back as far as 34 BAW. Unlike its main potential enemy, the Vosveriens, it has the Imperial Guard and disciplined soldiers. Service in the Armed Forces of Saidu is obligatory, but soldiers are allowed a certain level of choice as to which branch of service they choose. For men under the age of 17 or over 45 and women (women do not join the regular armed forces), there is also the option of the National Guard. In some areas of Saidu, as many as one in three of National Guardsmen are women.
Despite its official role as the defence force of the home islands, it is common for National Guard units to be posted abroad, allowing younger and older men, and women, a chance to see the world as it is.
The Main Infantry rifle is the standard HE-56 assault rifle, firing a 6.5x48mm bullet, with a maximum range of 1,000 metres, and a rate of fire of 650 rpm, although most soldiers prefer to fire on semi-automatic, using their weapon's superior range and heavier bullet to bring the target down.

A popular fighter jet is the Msikaren MkIV straight wing jet fighter. Armed with 2x 20mm cannons, 10x AA/AG rockets, and 2x400lbd bombs/torpedoes, with a top speed of up to 1,000 mph, it is renowned for its ease of control and use, and its lethal tight turns, allowing recruits to be trained quickly and efficiently.


The Empire of Saidu: politics

The Empire of Saidu is a constitutional monarchy, with the alternate fact that
The Emperor reserves the right's to instigate an act of war, (the right of DECLARATION being still officially revoked), to sign a treaty, to form a new government, and, most crucially, to surrender the nation.
Every Island of The Saiduan Empire has equal constituent status, with each island or territory being represented by a MP, regardless of size, population or inhabitant ethnicity.


The Saiduan People:

The Kai-Inu's of Saidu are well known for their diminutive size and brave nature, being usually only 5ft 4 inches, with a great warrior culture, going back over 70,000 years. Easily distinguished by their black hair and fur, and their short, stocky frame, they are stereotyped as technophile, open minded sex maniacs, with a passion for pornographic comics, known as Gyotosai.

In a real shitty mood right now. I applied to join an art/fiction group, and, not onyl did their administrator reject me, he barred me for 6 months. I am not happy.

Right. I'm off for yet another few days, so  rldragonstrider Is in full charge of Pheras until I get back. I am handling the wargaming rules, he the interaction between nations and admission. Go and ask him.

NO GODMODDING. For instance, you cannot wipe out your enemy in a single round with nukes, nor can you, for instance, say that your men had shields so they're invulnerable. This is pathetic, and any godmodders WILL be ousted.

Do not try to involve other nations besides your own and your opponents, unless the user in questions permission is given.

It is advised that wargames be fought ina 3rd -person manner, like it was being read out of a book. This way, you can describe all that is going on, and give a much wider picture.

In RP's, it is advised that you keep it private. Use notes if possible. Chat rooms aren't as secure, and can be hacked into.

Say hello to our newest member,
 burro1989, With the Grenadinian republic!

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Bye guys! I'll be going away for a few days, so keep a sharp eye!
By the way, I would like to introduce our newest member,
 wolfandfur242, with his tiny island nation of Wolkkaido!

Bye guys! I'll be going away for a few days, so keep a sharp eye!
By the way, I would like to introduce our newest member,
 wolfandfur424, with his tiny island nation of Wolkkaido!

The Nations of pherasolon: Order of user
Hi guys! Just decided it would be best to try and get you guys talking to each other. Don't start fights, though. Play nice.


 maxim24 : The Second Lynxavetatan empire, Kaskov Kingdom, Empire of Saidu, Troglodytean Commonwealth, Frontier territories,

 RLDragonstrider : Holy Lupine Empire, Dragon Empire, Felinian Republic

 akitastromfield : Huskal Republic

 cigarsnscotch : CIWS

 writerguy : The Republic of Rynns-reachia

 leamur : Democratic Republic of Vosvores


Background nations of Kashribazi sultanate and Muntanian Countship  maxim24

Try watching these two clips, pretty thought provoking.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfqZDcLEiWA
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EvBR.....eature=related

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Really, I'm quite happy with myself.