Varanius

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Announcing regional member:
Zday
And individual member:
Vara
Welcome to The Crimson Order.

“Another request” states the communications officer, unsure of what could possibly be going through the captain’s mind. She turned to look at him, waiting for his response.
“Answer it.” Peyton proclaimed. “And while you’re at it, notify the mainland Varanians that we’ve established contact.” She turned to her computer, and accepted the call before going to type up the message for the Varanian command. The line has been opened.
“You rang?” Peyton asked snarkily.

“Another request” states the communications officer, unsure of what could possibly be going through the captain’s mind. She turned to look at him, waiting for his response.
“Answer it.” Peyton proclaimed. “And while you’re at it, notify the mainland Varanians that we’ve established contact.” She turned to her computer, and accepted the call before going to type up the message for the Varanian command. The line has been opened.
“You rang?” Peyton asked snarkily.

The VRMF Striatus, a frigate in the Varanian Navy, was certainly one of the larger ships in the Varanian navy. Certainly not the largest or newest ship in the VRMF, but a powerful ship in its own right. The captain, Peyton Zontif, had been ordered to take the ship out for this small mission. Well, small is certainly a term for it…
“Go straight ahead, Podi Formes” he ordered his navigator. 
“But what about Giovanni-“ Podi questioned, before being quite quickly interrupted.
“I said straight ahead, didn’t I?” Peyton questioned.
“Yes sir,” said Podi, turning back to the navigation board.”
 
some time later

“Sir, we’ve received a request to identify ourselves,” stated the communications officer.
“Ignore it,” commanded Peyton, and so it was done.

The VRMF Striatus, a frigate in the Varanian Navy, was certainly one of the larger ships in the Varanian navy. Certainly not the largest or newest ship in the VRMF, but a powerful ship in its own right. The captain, Peyton Zontif, had been ordered to take the ship out for this small mission. Well, small is certainly a term for it…
“Go straight ahead, Podi Formes” he ordered his navigator. 
“But what about Giovanni-“ Podi questioned, before being quite quickly interrupted.
“I said straight ahead, didn’t I?” Peyton questioned.
“Yes sir,” said Podi, turning back to the navigation board.”
 
some time later

“Sir, we’ve received a request to identify ourselves,” stated the communications officer.
“Ignore it,” commanded Peyton, and so it was done.

The VRMF Striatus, a frigate in the Varanian Navy, was certainly one of the larger ships in the Varanian navy. Certainly not the largest or newest ship in the VRMF, but a powerful ship in its own right. The captain, Peyton Zontif, had been ordered to take the ship out for this small mission. Well, small is certainly a term for it…
“Go straight ahead, Podi Formes” he ordered his navigator. 
“But what about Giovanni-“ Podi questioned, before being quite quickly interrupted.
“I said straight ahead, didn’t I?” Peyton questioned.
“Yes sir,” said Podi, turning back to the navigation board.”
 
some time later

“Sir, we’ve received a request to identify ourselves,” stated the communications officer.
“Ignore it,” commanded Peyton, and so it was done.

The VRMF Striatus, a frigate in the Varanian Navy, was certainly one of the larger ships in the Varanian navy. Certainly not the largest or newest ship in the VRMF, but a powerful ship in its own right. The captain, Peyton Zontif, had been ordered to take the ship out for this small mission. Well, small is certainly a term for it…
“Go straight ahead, Podi Formes” he ordered his navigator. 
“But what about Giovanni-“ Podi questioned, before being quite quickly interrupted.
“I said straight ahead, didn’t I?” Peyton questioned.
“Yes sir,” said Podi, turning back to the navigation board.”
 
some time later

“Sir, we’ve received a request to identify ourselves,” stated the communications officer.
“Ignore it,” commanded Peyton, and so it was done.

The VRMF Striatus, a frigate in the Varanian Navy, was certainly one of the larger ships in the Varanian navy. Certainly not the largest or newest ship in the VRMF, but a powerful ship in its own right. The captain, Peyton Zontif, had been ordered to take the ship out for this small mission. Well, small is certainly a term for it…
“Go straight ahead, Podi Formes” he ordered his navigator. 
“But what about Giovanni-“ Podi questioned, before being quite quickly interrupted.
“I said straight ahead, didn’t I?” Peyton questioned.
“Yes sir,” said Podi, turning back to the navigation board.”
 
some time later

“Sir, we’ve received a request to identify ourselves,” stated the communications officer.
“Ignore it,” commanded Peyton, and so it was done.

OK.

In November of 762AF, the final pushes of Giovannilandian forces into the mainland territory of Gheffian would see the surrender of King Soetihn to Emperor Giovanni. Crown Prince Meisinh who was leading the forces in Gheffian ordered a retreat through the forest into Shenia to attempt to build back for a counterattack that would never come. Similar to the 36AF and 84AF attacks from Shenia into the then Kingdom of Gheffa, the forest along the border was set ablaze. 
Gheffian Poet Leiluo wrote of the fires:
Lost in the fires of that night, Now ash resting on a new plains, Those surviving fled in fright, A forest burned, a people shamed, Quick as it was, memory fools us, Lasting an eternity of smoke and flame, The fire’s out, but now we discuss, A new emperor, our land entrained, To suffer the lashing of whips and tongues, And last each night, eyes inflamed, Keep your neck straight, lest it be hung, We live as cattle now, without aim, Were we abandoned, left alone, A prince locked deep, in the mountains, Parental sins, for which he must atone, A nation burned, a dynasty shamed.  

General
Location: Northwest most corner of Andolia. 
Official Language: Common
Official Religion: None, but the plurality of Varanians of Violetist
Demonyms: Varanian, Varanians
Capital: Zygotia
 
Government:
The Varanian political scene is largely focused around its unicameral legislature, the Varanian Parliament, or VP. The VP has a grand total of 500 members proportioned according to population across the 7 districts(district map is a WIP). Prime Minister qualifiers are held by Parliament. Specifically, the VP holds a series of ranked elections until only 3 candidates remain, those 3 candidates are then voted on by the national populace. VP and PM elections take place every 3 years. 

Freedom:
In April 1204, Varanius declared independence from Giovanniland. For years prior, democratic furor had lead to the election of government officials who campaigned primarily on the promise that they would bring democracy to the lands once making up  northern Varanius before their colonization. The states now making up modern Varanius came together with a set of demands. The most import one being the removal of the Giovannilandian monarchy. Giovanniland, finding these terms unacceptable, denied the petition. Thus, Varanius decided it was time to declare its independence. Lead by Conus Varan (an ethnically Varanian name which later went on to inspire the name “Varanius”), the coalition fought primarily using underhanded naval tactics, disrupting communication between Lavender and Andolian Giovanniland. After such furor began to spread to certain areas of Andolian Giovanniland, the Giovanniland government granted northern Varanius their independence. After reuniting with its southern counterpart, Varanius was whole again. True, free, and with democracy at its core.
 
Economy:
The economy of Varanius is internationally a more mid-sized economy,made largely off the back of the Manufacturing industry. The computer parts industry also contributes quite a bit, as well as the fishing and maritime industries, which are extremely popular in the islands and along the coast. This coastal area is also of course where most trade takes place, and includes numerous ports, including in the capital: Zygotia. Meanwhile the aforementioned manufacturing industry usually takes place large in the more urban and industrialized areas of the mainland. Not to mention the exptic flavors and fruits gathered in the northern forests, the most rural part. Varanius views itself as a sort of “link” between West Andolia, the Alcheran Sea, and the Darkesian Sea, and attempts to take a fair amount of advantage of this in continental trade. 
 
Culture: 
Culturally speaking, Varanius in many ways identifies equally with the Darkesian Sea as it does with Andolia. It’s capital for example, is located in the coastal city of Zygotia, due to the cultural significance of the maritime city more than population and industrialization, which would suggest a capital further inland. Many in the more inland areas raise concerns regarding perceived elitism within the coastal areas, and this tends to cause some amount of tension between the two. This is again not to mention the tension felt between these groups and the rural forests, who often find themselves underfunded in infrastructure and administrative services. 
 
Politics:
The Varanian political arena is largely dominated by the New Democrats. The large, interventionist, more status quo centered government. It’s main selling point is the continuous advancement of true democracy throughout the world. The exact description of “true democracy” being iffy to non-existent, but largely represents the idea of Varanian styled social democracy. 
 
Welfare: 
Varanius prides itself on its extremely well-developed welfare system. The Varanian welfare system largely works to ensure that the poorer members of society are able to participate in everyday life and democratic systems. However, it also serves to promote careers the Varanian government has found to be worthy (tax benefits and increases in government funding have been offered to those in STEM careers for example).
 
Military: 
The Varanian military is adiverse, though navally focused force. The Varanian Assembled Republican Army (VARA) receives  $4,642,000,000 in funding, or 25.0% of Varanius' total military spending. The VARA is approximately comprised of 26,000 active enlisted, and 17,000 reserves, though the government rarely discloses exact numbers. The Varanian Republican Maritime Forces (VRMF) receives  $6,034,600,000, or 32.5% of the Varanian defense budget. The Varanian Republican Celesital Forces ( VRCF) receives  $4,883,384,000, or 26.3%. The  Varanian Agents of Democracy (VAD), the special forces arm of the Varanian Defense Ministry, recieves about  $612,744,000 or  3.3% of the budget. The  Varanian Internal Managerial Operators (VIMO), the National Guard-esque arm, receives about $594,176,000.
 
Diplomacy:
Varanius prides itself on being the Andolia and Darkesian purveyor of true democracy. However, it’s relations with Giovanniland are unfriendly, but not quite outright hostile. Possibly due to leftover cultural differences from the Giovanni occupation of Varanius those centuries ago. Relations with Fhaengshia, however, are unusually positive given the undemocratic nature of the nation. Despite this, Varanius and Fhaengshia have maintained a mutual defence pact since 1362.
 
True Democracy: 
And finally for the big term itself! In Varanian eyes, true democracy is the term for a parliamentary democracy, with no monarchical influence, dedicated to providing equal representation to every citizen. A unicameral legislature, and various social and economic policies ensuring every citizen has equal rights, and equal ability to participate in society. This includes a strong welfare state, and free healthcare. To Varanians, this represents the best a society can be. Kind, egalitarian, and Democratic. While many politicians don’t shy away from misusing the term for foreign goals, it largely serves as a buzzword for whether or not Varanius likes said thing.

General
Location: Northwest most corner of Andolia. 
Official Language: Common
Official Religion: None, but the plurality of Varanians of Violetist
Demonyms: Varanian, Varanians
Capital: Zygotia
 
Government:
The Varanian political scene is largely focused around its unicameral legislature, the Varanian Parliament, or VP. The VP has a grand total of 500 members proportioned according to population across the 7 districts(district map is a WIP). Prime Minister qualifiers are held by Parliament. Specifically, the VP holds a series of ranked elections until only 3 candidates remain, those 3 candidates are then voted on by the national populace. VP and PM elections take place every 3 years. 

Freedom:
In April 1204, Varanius declared independence from Giovanniland. For years prior, democratic furor had lead to the election of government officials who campaigned primarily on the promise that they would bring democracy to the lands once making up  northern Varanius before their colonization. The states now making up modern Varanius came together with a set of demands. The most import one being the removal of the Giovannilandian monarchy. Giovanniland, finding these terms unacceptable, denied the petition. Thus, Varanius decided it was time to declare its independence. Lead by Conus Varan (an ethnically Varanian name which later went on to inspire the name “Varanius”), the coalition fought primarily using underhanded naval tactics, disrupting communication between Lavender and Andolian Giovanniland. After such furor began to spread to certain areas of Andolian Giovanniland, the Giovanniland government granted northern Varanius their independence. After reuniting with its southern counterpart, Varanius was whole again. True, free, and with democracy at its core.
 
Economy:
The economy of Varanius is internationally a more mid-sized economy,made largely off the back of the Manufacturing industry. The computer parts industry also contributes quite a bit, as well as the fishing and maritime industries, which are extremely popular in the islands and along the coast. This coastal area is also of course where most trade takes place, and includes numerous ports, including in the capital: Zygotia. Meanwhile the aforementioned manufacturing industry usually takes place large in the more urban and industrialized areas of the mainland. Not to mention the exptic flavors and fruits gathered in the northern forests, the most rural part. Varanius views itself as a sort of “link” between West Andolia, the Alcheran Sea, and the Darkesian Sea, and attempts to take a fair amount of advantage of this in continental trade. 
 
Culture: 
Culturally speaking, Varanius in many ways identifies equally with the Darkesian Sea as it does with Andolia. It’s capital for example, is located in the coastal city of Zygotia, due to the cultural significance of the maritime city more than population and industrialization, which would suggest a capital further inland. Many in the more inland areas raise concerns regarding perceived elitism within the coastal areas, and this tends to cause some amount of tension between the two. This is again not to mention the tension felt between these groups and the rural forests, who often find themselves underfunded in infrastructure and administrative services. 
 
Politics:
The Varanian political arena is largely dominated by the New Democrats. The large, interventionist, more status quo centered government. It’s main selling point is the continuous advancement of true democracy throughout the world. The exact description of “true democracy” being iffy to non-existent, but largely represents the idea of Varanian styled social democracy. 
 
Welfare: 
Varanius prides itself on its extremely well-developed welfare system. The Varanian welfare system largely works to ensure that the poorer members of society are able to participate in everyday life and democratic systems. However, it also serves to promote careers the Varanian government has found to be worthy (tax benefits and increases in government funding have been offered to those in STEM careers for example).
 
Military: 
The Varanian military is adiverse, though navally focused force. The Varanian Assembled Republican Army (VARA) receives  $4,642,000,000 in funding, or 25.0% of Varanius' total military spending. The VARA is approximately comprised of 26,000 active enlisted, and 17,000 reserves, though the government rarely discloses exact numbers. The Varanian Republican Maritime Forces (VRMF) receives  $6,034,600,000, or 32.5% of the Varanian defense budget. The Varanian Republican Celesital Forces ( VRCF) receives  $4,883,384,000, or 26.3%. The  Varanian Agents of Democracy (VAD), the special forces arm of the Varanian Defense Ministry, recieves about  $612,744,000 or  3.3% of the budget. The  Varanian Internal Managerial Operators (VIMO), the National Guard-esque arm, receives about $594,176,000.
 
Diplomacy:
Varanius prides itself on being the Andolia and Darkesian purveyor of true democracy. However, it’s relations with Giovanniland are unfriendly, but not quite outright hostile. Possibly due to leftover cultural differences from the Giovanni occupation of Varanius those centuries ago. Relations with Fhaengshia, however, are unusually positive given the undemocratic nature of the nation. Despite this, Varanius and Fhaengshia have maintained a mutual defence pact since 1362.
 
True Democracy: 
And finally for the big term itself! In Varanian eyes, true democracy is the term for a parliamentary democracy, with no monarchical influence, dedicated to providing equal representation to every citizen. A unicameral legislature, and various social and economic policies ensuring every citizen has equal rights, and equal ability to participate in society. This includes a strong welfare state, and free healthcare. To Varanians, this represents the best a society can be. Kind, egalitarian, and Democratic. While many politicians don’t shy away from misusing the term for foreign goals, it largely serves as a buzzword for whether or not Varanius likes said thing.

General
Location: Northwest most corner of Andolia. 
Official Language: Common
Official Religion: None, but the plurality of Varanians of Violetist
Demonyms: Varanian, Varanians
Capital: Zygotia
 
Government:
The Varanian political scene is largely focused around its unicameral legislature, the Varanian Parliament, or VP. The VP has a grand total of 500 members proportioned according to population across the 7 districts(district map is a WIP). Prime Minister qualifiers are held by Parliament. Specifically, the VP holds a series of ranked elections until only 3 candidates remain, those 3 candidates are then voted on by the national populace. VP and PM elections take place every 3 years. 

Freedom:
In April 1204, Varanius declared independence from Giovanniland. For years prior, democratic furor had lead to the election of government officials who campaigned primarily on the promise that they would bring democracy to the lands once making up  northern Varanius before their colonization. The states now making up modern Varanius came together with a set of demands. The most import one being the removal of the Giovannilandian monarchy. Giovanniland, finding these terms unacceptable, denied the petition. Thus, Varanius decided it was time to declare its independence. Lead by Conus Varan (an ethnically Varanian name which later went on to inspire the name “Varanius”), the coalition fought primarily using underhanded naval tactics, disrupting communication between Lavender and Andolian Giovanniland. After such furor began to spread to certain areas of Andolian Giovanniland, the Giovanniland government granted northern Varanius their independence. After reuniting with its southern counterpart, Varanius was whole again. True, free, and with democracy at its core.
 
Economy:
The economy of Varanius is internationally a more mid-sized economy,made largely off the back of the Manufacturing industry. The computer parts industry also contributes quite a bit, as well as the fishing and maritime industries, which are extremely popular in the islands and along the coast. This coastal area is also of course where most trade takes place, and includes numerous ports, including in the capital: Zygotia. Meanwhile the aforementioned manufacturing industry usually takes place large in the more urban and industrialized areas of the mainland. Not to mention the exptic flavors and fruits gathered in the northern forests, the most rural part. Varanius views itself as a sort of “link” between West Andolia, the Alcheran Sea, and the Darkesian Sea, and attempts to take a fair amount of advantage of this in continental trade. 
 
Culture: 
Culturally speaking, Varanius in many ways identifies equally with the Darkesian Sea as it does with Andolia. It’s capital for example, is located in the coastal city of Zygotia, due to the cultural significance of the maritime city more than population and industrialization, which would suggest a capital further inland. Many in the more inland areas raise concerns regarding perceived elitism within the coastal areas, and this tends to cause some amount of tension between the two. This is again not to mention the tension felt between these groups and the rural forests, who often find themselves underfunded in infrastructure and administrative services. 
 
Politics:
The Varanian political arena is largely dominated by the New Democrats. The large, interventionist, more status quo centered government. It’s main selling point is the continuous advancement of true democracy throughout the world. The exact description of “true democracy” being iffy to non-existent, but largely represents the idea of Varanian styled social democracy. 
 
Welfare: 
Varanius prides itself on its extremely well-developed welfare system. The Varanian welfare system largely works to ensure that the poorer members of society are able to participate in everyday life and democratic systems. However, it also serves to promote careers the Varanian government has found to be worthy (tax benefits and increases in government funding have been offered to those in STEM careers for example).
 
Military: 
The Varanian military is adiverse, though navally focused force. The Varanian Assembled Republican Army (VARA) receives  $4,642,000,000 in funding, or 25.0% of Varanius' total military spending. The VARA is approximately comprised of 26,000 active enlisted, and 17,000 reserves, though the government rarely discloses exact numbers. The Varanian Republican Maritime Forces (VRMF) receives  $6,034,600,000, or 32.5% of the Varanian defense budget. The Varanian Republican Celesital Forces ( VRCF) receives  $4,883,384,000, or 26.3%. The  Varanian Agents of Democracy (VAD), the special forces arm of the Varanian Defense Ministry, recieves about  $612,744,000 or  3.3% of the budget. The  Varanian Internal Managerial Operators (VIMO), the National Guard-esque arm, receives about $594,176,000.
 
Diplomacy:
Varanius prides itself on being the Andolia and Darkesian purveyor of true democracy. However, it’s relations with Giovanniland are unfriendly, but not quite outright hostile. Possibly due to leftover cultural differences from the Giovanni occupation of Varanius those centuries ago. Relations with Fhaengshia, however, are unusually positive given the undemocratic nature of the nation. Despite this, Varanius and Fhaengshia have maintained a mutual defence pact since 1362.
 
True Democracy: 
And finally for the big term itself! In Varanian eyes, true democracy is the term for a parliamentary democracy, with no monarchical influence, dedicated to providing equal representation to every citizen. A unicameral legislature, and various social and economic policies ensuring every citizen has equal rights, and equal ability to participate in society. This includes a strong welfare state, and free healthcare. To Varanians, this represents the best a society can be. Kind, egalitarian, and Democratic. While many politicians don’t shy away from misusing the term for foreign goals, it largely serves as a buzzword for whether or not Varanius likes said thing.

General
Location: Northwest most corner of Andolia. 
Official Language: Common
Official Religion: None, but the plurality of Varanians of Violetist
Demonyms: Varanian, Varanians
Capital: Zygotia
 
Government:
The Varanian political scene is largely focused around its unicameral legislature, the Varanian Parliament, or VP. The VP has a grand total of 500 members proportioned according to population across the 7 districts(district map is a WIP). Prime Minister qualifiers are held by Parliament. Specifically, the VP holds a series of ranked elections until only 3 candidates remain, those 3 candidates are then voted on by the national populace. VP and PM elections take place every 3 years. 

Freedom:
In April 1204, Varanius declared independence from Giovanniland. For years prior, democratic furor had lead to the election of government officials who campaigned primarily on the promise that they would bring democracy to the lands once making up  northern Varanius before their colonization. The states now making up modern Varanius came together with a set of demands. The most import one being the removal of the Giovannilandian monarchy. Giovanniland, finding these terms unacceptable, denied the petition. Thus, Varanius decided it was time to declare its independence. Lead by Conus Varan (an ethnically Varanian name which later went on to inspire the name “Varanius”), the coalition fought primarily using underhanded naval tactics, disrupting communication between Lavender and Andolian Giovanniland. After such furor began to spread to certain areas of Andolian Giovanniland, the Giovanniland government granted northern Varanius their independence. After reuniting with its southern counterpart, Varanius was whole again. True, free, and with democracy at its core.
 
Economy:
The economy of Varanius is internationally a more mid-sized economy,made largely off the back of the Manufacturing industry. The computer parts industry also contributes quite a bit, as well as the fishing and maritime industries, which are extremely popular in the islands and along the coast. This coastal area is also of course where most trade takes place, and includes numerous ports, including in the capital: Zygotia. Meanwhile the aforementioned manufacturing industry usually takes place large in the more urban and industrialized areas of the mainland. Not to mention the exptic flavors and fruits gathered in the northern forests, the most rural part. Varanius views itself as a sort of “link” between West Andolia, the Alcheran Sea, and the Darkesian Sea, and attempts to take a fair amount of advantage of this in continental trade. 
 
Culture: 
Culturally speaking, Varanius in many ways identifies equally with the Darkesian Sea as it does with Andolia. It’s capital for example, is located in the coastal city of Zygotia, due to the cultural significance of the maritime city more than population and industrialization, which would suggest a capital further inland. Many in the more inland areas raise concerns regarding perceived elitism within the coastal areas, and this tends to cause some amount of tension between the two. This is again not to mention the tension felt between these groups and the rural forests, who often find themselves underfunded in infrastructure and administrative services. 
 
Politics:
The Varanian political arena is largely dominated by the New Democrats. The large, interventionist, more status quo centered government. It’s main selling point is the continuous advancement of true democracy throughout the world. The exact description of “true democracy” being iffy to non-existent, but largely represents the idea of Varanian styled social democracy. 
 
Welfare: 
Varanius prides itself on its extremely well-developed welfare system. The Varanian welfare system largely works to ensure that the poorer members of society are able to participate in everyday life and democratic systems. However, it also serves to promote careers the Varanian government has found to be worthy (tax benefits and increases in government funding have been offered to those in STEM careers for example).
 
Military: 
The Varanian military is adiverse, though navally focused force. The Varanian Assembled Republican Army (VARA) receives  $4,642,000,000 in funding, or 25.0% of Varanius' total military spending. The VARA is approximately comprised of 26,000 active enlisted, and 17,000 reserves, though the government rarely discloses exact numbers. The Varanian Republican Maritime Forces (VRMF) receives  $6,034,600,000, or 32.5% of the Varanian defense budget. The Varanian Republican Celesital Forces ( VRCF) receives  $4,883,384,000, or 26.3%. The  Varanian Agents of Democracy (VAD), the special forces arm of the Varanian Defense Ministry, recieves about  $612,744,000 or  3.3% of the budget. The  Varanian Internal Managerial Operators (VIMO), the National Guard-esque arm, receives about $594,176,000.
 
Diplomacy:
Varanius prides itself on being the Andolia and Darkesian purveyor of true democracy. However, it’s relations with Giovanniland are unfriendly, but not quite outright hostile. Possibly due to leftover cultural differences from the Giovanni occupation of Varanius those centuries ago. Relations with Fhaengshia, however, are unusually positive given the undemocratic nature of the nation. Despite this, Varanius and Fhaengshia have maintained a mutual defence pact since 1362.
 
True Democracy: 
And finally for the big term itself! In Varanian eyes, true democracy is the term for a parliamentary democracy, with no monarchical influence, dedicated to providing equal representation to every citizen. A unicameral legislature, and various social and economic policies ensuring every citizen has equal rights, and equal ability to participate in society. This includes a strong welfare state, and free healthcare. To Varanians, this represents the best a society can be. Kind, egalitarian, and Democratic. While many politicians don’t shy away from misusing the term for foreign goals, it largely serves as a buzzword for whether or not Varanius likes said thing.

General
Location: Northwest most corner of Andolia. 
Official Language: Common
Official Religion: None, but the plurality of Varanians of Violetist
Demonyms: Varanian, Varanians
Capital: Zygotia
 
Government:
The Varanian political scene is largely focused around its unicameral legislature, the Varanian Parliament, or VP. The VP has a grand total of 500 members proportioned according to population across the 7 districts(district map is a WIP). Prime Minister qualifiers are held by Parliament. Specifically, the VP holds a series of ranked elections until only 3 candidates remain, those 3 candidates are then voted on by the national populace. VP and PM elections take place every 3 years. 

Freedom:
In April 1204, Varanius declared independence from Giovanniland. For years prior, democratic furor had lead to the election of government officials who campaigned primarily on the promise that they would bring democracy to the lands once making up  northern Varanius before their colonization. The states now making up modern Varanius came together with a set of demands. The most import one being the removal of the Giovannilandian monarchy. Giovanniland, finding these terms unacceptable, denied the petition. Thus, Varanius decided it was time to declare its independence. Lead by Conus Varan (an ethnically Varanian name which later went on to inspire the name “Varanius”), the coalition fought primarily using underhanded naval tactics, disrupting communication between Lavender and Andolian Giovanniland. After such furor began to spread to certain areas of Andolian Giovanniland, the Giovanniland government granted northern Varanius their independence. After reuniting with its southern counterpart, Varanius was whole again. True, free, and with democracy at its core.
 
Economy:
The economy of Varanius is internationally a more mid-sized economy,made largely off the back of the Manufacturing industry. The computer parts industry also contributes quite a bit, as well as the fishing and maritime industries, which are extremely popular in the islands and along the coast. This coastal area is also of course where most trade takes place, and includes numerous ports, including in the capital: Zygotia. Meanwhile the aforementioned manufacturing industry usually takes place large in the more urban and industrialized areas of the mainland. Not to mention the exptic flavors and fruits gathered in the northern forests, the most rural part. Varanius views itself as a sort of “link” between West Andolia, the Alcheran Sea, and the Darkesian Sea, and attempts to take a fair amount of advantage of this in continental trade. 
 
Culture: 
Culturally speaking, Varanius in many ways identifies equally with the Darkesian Sea as it does with Andolia. It’s capital for example, is located in the coastal city of Zygotia, due to the cultural significance of the maritime city more than population and industrialization, which would suggest a capital further inland. Many in the more inland areas raise concerns regarding perceived elitism within the coastal areas, and this tends to cause some amount of tension between the two. This is again not to mention the tension felt between these groups and the rural forests, who often find themselves underfunded in infrastructure and administrative services. 
 
Politics:
The Varanian political arena is largely dominated by the New Democrats. The large, interventionist, more status quo centered government. It’s main selling point is the continuous advancement of true democracy throughout the world. The exact description of “true democracy” being iffy to non-existent, but largely represents the idea of Varanian styled social democracy. 
 
Welfare: 
Varanius prides itself on its extremely well-developed welfare system. The Varanian welfare system largely works to ensure that the poorer members of society are able to participate in everyday life and democratic systems. However, it also serves to promote careers the Varanian government has found to be worthy (tax benefits and increases in government funding have been offered to those in STEM careers for example).
 
Military: 
The Varanian military is adiverse, though navally focused force. The Varanian Assembled Republican Army (VARA) receives  $4,642,000,000 in funding, or 25.0% of Varanius' total military spending. The VARA is approximately comprised of 26,000 active enlisted, and 17,000 reserves, though the government rarely discloses exact numbers. The Varanian Republican Maritime Forces (VRMF) receives  $6,034,600,000, or 32.5% of the Varanian defense budget. The Varanian Republican Celesital Forces ( VRCF) receives  $4,883,384,000, or 26.3%. The  Varanian Agents of Democracy (VAD), the special forces arm of the Varanian Defense Ministry, recieves about  $612,744,000 or  3.3% of the budget. The  Varanian Internal Managerial Operators (VIMO), the National Guard-esque arm, receives about $594,176,000.
 
Diplomacy:
Varanius prides itself on being the Andolia and Darkesian purveyor of true democracy. However, it’s relations with Giovanniland are unfriendly, but not quite outright hostile. Possibly due to leftover cultural differences from the Giovanni occupation of Varanius those centuries ago. Relations with Fhaengshia, however, are unusually positive given the undemocratic nature of the nation. Despite this, Varanius and Fhaengshia have maintained a mutual defence pact since 1362.
 
True Democracy: 
And finally for the big term itself! In Varanian eyes, true democracy is the term for a parliamentary democracy, with no monarchical influence, dedicated to providing equal representation to every citizen. A unicameral legislature, and various social and economic policies ensuring every citizen has equal rights, and equal ability to participate in society. This includes a strong welfare state, and free healthcare. To Varanians, this represents the best a society can be. Kind, egalitarian, and Democratic. While many politicians don’t shy away from misusing the term for foreign goals, it largely serves as a buzzword for whether or not Varanius likes said thing.

General
Location: Northwest most corner of Andolia. 
Official Language: Common
Official Religion: None, but the plurality of Varanians of Violetist
Demonyms: Varanian, Varanians
Capital: Zygotia
 
Government:
The Varanian political scene is largely focused around its unicameral legislature, the Varanian Parliament, or VP. The VP has a grand total of 500 members proportioned according to population across the 7 districts(district map is a WIP). Prime Minister qualifiers are held by Parliament. Specifically, the VP holds a series of ranked elections until only 3 candidates remain, those 3 candidates are then voted on by the national populace. VP and PM elections take place every 3 years. 

Freedom:
In April 1204, Varanius declared independence from Giovanniland. For years prior, democratic furor had lead to the election of government officials who campaigned primarily on the promise that they would bring democracy to the lands once making up  northern Varanius before their colonization. The states now making up modern Varanius came together with a set of demands. The most import one being the removal of the Giovannilandian monarchy. Giovanniland, finding these terms unacceptable, denied the petition. Thus, Varanius decided it was time to declare its independence. Lead by Conus Varan (an ethnically Varanian name which later went on to inspire the name “Varanius”), the coalition fought primarily using underhanded naval tactics, disrupting communication between Lavender and Andolian Giovanniland. After such furor began to spread to certain areas of Andolian Giovanniland, the Giovanniland government granted northern Varanius their independence. After reuniting with its southern counterpart, Varanius was whole again. True, free, and with democracy at its core.
 
Economy:
The economy of Varanius is internationally a more mid-sized economy,made largely off the back of the Manufacturing industry. The computer parts industry also contributes quite a bit, as well as the fishing and maritime industries, which are extremely popular in the islands and along the coast. This coastal area is also of course where most trade takes place, and includes numerous ports, including in the capital: Zygotia. Meanwhile the aforementioned manufacturing industry usually takes place large in the more urban and industrialized areas of the mainland. Not to mention the exptic flavors and fruits gathered in the northern forests, the most rural part. Varanius views itself as a sort of “link” between West Andolia, the Alcheran Sea, and the Darkesian Sea, and attempts to take a fair amount of advantage of this in continental trade. 
 
Culture: 
Culturally speaking, Varanius in many ways identifies equally with the Darkesian Sea as it does with Andolia. It’s capital for example, is located in the coastal city of Zygotia, due to the cultural significance of the maritime city more than population and industrialization, which would suggest a capital further inland. Many in the more inland areas raise concerns regarding perceived elitism within the coastal areas, and this tends to cause some amount of tension between the two. This is again not to mention the tension felt between these groups and the rural forests, who often find themselves underfunded in infrastructure and administrative services. 
 
Politics:
The Varanian political arena is largely dominated by the New Democrats. The large, interventionist, more status quo centered government. It’s main selling point is the continuous advancement of true democracy throughout the world. The exact description of “true democracy” being iffy to non-existent, but largely represents the idea of Varanian styled social democracy. 
 
Welfare: 
Varanius prides itself on its extremely well-developed welfare system. The Varanian welfare system largely works to ensure that the poorer members of society are able to participate in everyday life and democratic systems. However, it also serves to promote careers the Varanian government has found to be worthy (tax benefits and increases in government funding have been offered to those in STEM careers for example).
 
Military: 
The Varanian military is adiverse, though navally focused force. The Varanian Assembled Republican Army (VARA) receives  $4,642,000,000 in funding, or 25.0% of Varanius' total military spending. The VARA is approximately comprised of 26,000 active enlisted, and 17,000 reserves, though the government rarely discloses exact numbers. The Varanian Republican Maritime Forces (VRMF) receives  $6,034,600,000, or 32.5% of the Varanian defense budget. The Varanian Republican Celesital Forces ( VRCF) receives  $4,883,384,000, or 26.3%. The  Varanian Agents of Democracy (VAD), the special forces arm of the Varanian Defense Ministry, recieves about  $612,744,000 or  3.3% of the budget. The  Varanian Internal Managerial Operators (VIMO), the National Guard-esque arm, receives about $594,176,000.
 
Diplomacy:
Varanius prides itself on being the Andolia and Darkesian purveyor of true democracy. However, it’s relations with Giovanniland are unfriendly, but not quite outright hostile. Possibly due to leftover cultural differences from the Giovanni occupation of Varanius those centuries ago. Relations with Fhaengshia, however, are unusually positive given the undemocratic nature of the nation. Despite this, Varanius and Fhaengshia have maintained a mutual defence pact since 1362.
 
True Democracy: 
And finally for the big term itself! In Varanian eyes, true democracy is the term for a parliamentary democracy, with no monarchical influence, dedicated to providing equal representation to every citizen. A unicameral legislature, and various social and economic policies ensuring every citizen has equal rights, and equal ability to participate in society. This includes a strong welfare state, and free healthcare. To Varanians, this represents the best a society can be. Kind, egalitarian, and Democratic. While many politicians don’t shy away from misusing the term for foreign goals, it largely serves as a buzzword for whether or not Varanius likes said thing.

General
Location: Northwest most corner of Andolia. 
Official Language: Common
Official Religion: None, but the plurality of Varanians of Violetist
Demonyms: Varanian, Varanians
Capital: Zygotia
 
Government:
The Varanian political scene is largely focused around its unicameral legislature, the Varanian Parliament, or VP. The VP has a grand total of 500 members proportioned according to population across the 7 districts(district map is a WIP). Prime Minister qualifiers are held by Parliament. Specifically, the VP holds a series of ranked elections until only 3 candidates remain, those 3 candidates are then voted on by the national populace. VP and PM elections take place every 3 years. 

Freedom:
In April 1204, Varanius declared independence from Giovanniland. For years prior, democratic furor had lead to the election of government officials who campaigned primarily on the promise that they would bring democracy to the lands once making up  northern Varanius before their colonization. The states now making up modern Varanius came together with a set of demands. The most import one being the removal of the Giovannilandian monarchy. Giovanniland, finding these terms unacceptable, denied the petition. Thus, Varanius decided it was time to declare its independence. Lead by Conus Varan (an ethnically Varanian name which later went on to inspire the name “Varanius”), the coalition fought primarily using underhanded naval tactics, disrupting communication between Lavender and Andolian Giovanniland. After such furor began to spread to certain areas of Andolian Giovanniland, the Giovanniland government granted northern Varanius their independence. After reuniting with its southern counterpart, Varanius was whole again. True, free, and with democracy at its core.
 
Economy:
The economy of Varanius is internationally a more mid-sized economy,made largely off the back of the Manufacturing industry. The computer parts industry also contributes quite a bit, as well as the fishing and maritime industries, which are extremely popular in the islands and along the coast. This coastal area is also of course where most trade takes place, and includes numerous ports, including in the capital: Zygotia. Meanwhile the aforementioned manufacturing industry usually takes place large in the more urban and industrialized areas of the mainland. Not to mention the exptic flavors and fruits gathered in the northern forests, the most rural part. Varanius views itself as a sort of “link” between West Andolia, the Alcheran Sea, and the Darkesian Sea, and attempts to take a fair amount of advantage of this in continental trade. 
 
Culture: 
Culturally speaking, Varanius in many ways identifies equally with the Darkesian Sea as it does with Andolia. It’s capital for example, is located in the coastal city of Zygotia, due to the cultural significance of the maritime city more than population and industrialization, which would suggest a capital further inland. Many in the more inland areas raise concerns regarding perceived elitism within the coastal areas, and this tends to cause some amount of tension between the two. This is again not to mention the tension felt between these groups and the rural forests, who often find themselves underfunded in infrastructure and administrative services. 
 
Politics:
The Varanian political arena is largely dominated by the New Democrats. The large, interventionist, more status quo centered government. It’s main selling point is the continuous advancement of true democracy throughout the world. The exact description of “true democracy” being iffy to non-existent, but largely represents the idea of Varanian styled social democracy. 
 
Welfare: 
Varanius prides itself on its extremely well-developed welfare system. The Varanian welfare system largely works to ensure that the poorer members of society are able to participate in everyday life and democratic systems. However, it also serves to promote careers the Varanian government has found to be worthy (tax benefits and increases in government funding have been offered to those in STEM careers for example).
 
Military: 
The Varanian military is adiverse, though navally focused force. The Varanian Assembled Republican Army (VARA) receives  $4,642,000,000 in funding, or 25.0% of Varanius' total military spending. The VARA is approximately comprised of 26,000 active enlisted, and 17,000 reserves, though the government rarely discloses exact numbers. The Varanian Republican Maritime Forces (VRMF) receives  $6,034,600,000, or 32.5% of the Varanian defense budget. The Varanian Republican Celesital Forces ( VRCF) receives  $4,883,384,000, or 26.3%. The  Varanian Agents of Democracy (VAD), the special forces arm of the Varanian Defense Ministry, recieves about  $612,744,000 or  3.3% of the budget. The  Varanian Internal Managerial Operators (VIMO), the National Guard-esque arm, receives about $594,176,000.
 
Diplomacy:
Varanius prides itself on being the Andolia and Darkesian purveyor of true democracy. However, it’s relations with Giovanniland are unfriendly, but not quite outright hostile. Possibly due to leftover cultural differences from the Giovanni occupation of Varanius those centuries ago. Relations with Fhaengshia, however, are unusually positive given the undemocratic nature of the nation. Despite this, Varanius and Fhaengshia have maintained a mutual defence pact since 1362.
 
True Democracy: 
And finally for the big term itself! In Varanian eyes, true democracy is the term for a parliamentary democracy, with no monarchical influence, dedicated to providing equal representation to every citizen. A unicameral legislature, and various social and economic policies ensuring every citizen has equal rights, and equal ability to participate in society. This includes a strong welfare state, and free healthcare. To Varanians, this represents the best a society can be. Kind, egalitarian, and Democratic. While many politicians don’t shy away from misusing the term for foreign goals, it largely serves as a buzzword for whether or not Varanius likes said thing.

General
Location: Northwest most corner of Andolia. 
Official Language: Common
Official Religion: None, but the plurality of Varanians of Violetist
Demonyms: Varanian, Varanians
Capital: Zygotia
 
Government:
The Varanian political scene is largely focused around its unicameral legislature, the Varanian Parliament, or VP. The VP has a grand total of 500 members proportioned according to population across the 7 districts(district map is a WIP). Prime Minister qualifiers are held by Parliament. Specifically, the VP holds a series of ranked elections until only 3 candidates remain, those 3 candidates are then voted on by the national populace. VP and PM elections take place every 3 years. 

Freedom:
In April 1204, Varanius declared independence from Giovanniland. For years prior, democratic furor had lead to the election of government officials who campaigned primarily on the promise that they would bring democracy to the lands once making up  northern Varanius before their colonization. The states now making up modern Varanius came together with a set of demands. The most import one being the removal of the Giovannilandian monarchy. Giovanniland, finding these terms unacceptable, denied the petition. Thus, Varanius decided it was time to declare its independence. Lead by Conus Varan (an ethnically Varanian name which later went on to inspire the name “Varanius”), the coalition fought primarily using underhanded naval tactics, disrupting communication between Lavender and Andolian Giovanniland. After such furor began to spread to certain areas of Andolian Giovanniland, the Giovanniland government granted northern Varanius their independence. After reuniting with its southern counterpart, Varanius was whole again. True, free, and with democracy at its core.
 
Economy:
The economy of Varanius is internationally a more mid-sized economy,made largely off the back of the Manufacturing industry. The computer parts industry also contributes quite a bit, as well as the fishing and maritime industries, which are extremely popular in the islands and along the coast. This coastal area is also of course where most trade takes place, and includes numerous ports, including in the capital: Zygotia. Meanwhile the aforementioned manufacturing industry usually takes place large in the more urban and industrialized areas of the mainland. Not to mention the exptic flavors and fruits gathered in the northern forests, the most rural part. Varanius views itself as a sort of “link” between West Andolia, the Alcheran Sea, and the Darkesian Sea, and attempts to take a fair amount of advantage of this in continental trade. 
 
Culture: 
Culturally speaking, Varanius in many ways identifies equally with the Darkesian Sea as it does with Andolia. It’s capital for example, is located in the coastal city of Zygotia, due to the cultural significance of the maritime city more than population and industrialization, which would suggest a capital further inland. Many in the more inland areas raise concerns regarding perceived elitism within the coastal areas, and this tends to cause some amount of tension between the two. This is again not to mention the tension felt between these groups and the rural forests, who often find themselves underfunded in infrastructure and administrative services. 
 
Politics:
The Varanian political arena is largely dominated by the New Democrats. The large, interventionist, more status quo centered government. It’s main selling point is the continuous advancement of true democracy throughout the world. The exact description of “true democracy” being iffy to non-existent, but largely represents the idea of Varanian styled social democracy. 
 
Welfare: 
Varanius prides itself on its extremely well-developed welfare system. The Varanian welfare system largely works to ensure that the poorer members of society are able to participate in everyday life and democratic systems. However, it also serves to promote careers the Varanian government has found to be worthy (tax benefits and increases in government funding have been offered to those in STEM careers for example).
 
Military: 
The Varanian military is adiverse, though navally focused force. The Varanian Assembled Republican Army (VARA) receives  $4,642,000,000 in funding, or 25.0% of Varanius' total military spending. The VARA is approximately comprised of 26,000 active enlisted, and 17,000 reserves, though the government rarely discloses exact numbers. The Varanian Republican Maritime Forces (VRMF) receives  $6,034,600,000, or 32.5% of the Varanian defense budget. The Varanian Republican Celesital Forces ( VRCF) receives  $4,883,384,000, or 26.3%. The  Varanian Agents of Democracy (VAD), the special forces arm of the Varanian Defense Ministry, recieves about  $612,744,000 or  3.3% of the budget. The  Varanian Internal Managerial Operators (VIMO), the National Guard-esque arm, receives about $594,176,000.
 
Diplomacy:
Varanius prides itself on being the Andolia and Darkesian purveyor of true democracy. However, it’s relations with Giovanniland are unfriendly, but not quite outright hostile. Possibly due to leftover cultural differences from the Giovanni occupation of Varanius those centuries ago. Relations with Fhaengshia, however, are unusually positive given the undemocratic nature of the nation. Despite this, Varanius and Fhaengshia have maintained a mutual defence pact since 1362.
 
True Democracy: 
And finally for the big term itself! In Varanian eyes, true democracy is the term for a parliamentary democracy, with no monarchical influence, dedicated to providing equal representation to every citizen. A unicameral legislature, and various social and economic policies ensuring every citizen has equal rights, and equal ability to participate in society. This includes a strong welfare state, and free healthcare. To Varanians, this represents the best a society can be. Kind, egalitarian, and Democratic. While many politicians don’t shy away from misusing the term for foreign goals, it largely serves as a buzzword for whether or not Varanius likes said thing.

The Blue Falcon Pact
 
The Kingdom of Larxia (henceforth referred to as “Larxia”) and Blue Bubble (Henceforth referred collectively as “the Nations”),
 
SEEKING to further friendly relations between the Nations,
 
BELIEVING that creating the Agreement would enhance their economies through competition and investment,
 
DETERMINED to  establish mutually rewarding rules for trade and travel between the Nations,
 
HAVE AGREED upon the following:
 
ARTICLE I
The objective of this Agreement is to liberalise current trade, improve travel, and promote a closer economic relation between the Nations.
The Nations shall endeavour to support each other within the limits of their possibilities, and cooperate to follow this Agreement of Trade and Travel in order to further strengthen the relations between the two nations. 
 
ARTICLE II
This article is to simplify trade and travel between the Nations, as part of Paragraph 1 of Article I of this agreement, where each Nation shall:
Agree to grant full recognition to the sovereignty of either Nation.
Respect each other’s territorial integrity, and internal and foreign policies, including elections and referendums.
Open borders to the other Nation, not limited to:
Visa-free travel of Citizens with a passport of either Nation,
Establishment of an official embassy, and consul
 
ARTICLE III
This article is to promote economic relations between the Nations together, as part of Paragraph 1 of Article I, where both Nations shall:
Open their markets to each other’s companies, and provide them access to domestic market information.
Reduce tariffs on imports from either Nations, provided that the goods imported do not lethally threaten Vital Domestic Industries.
Not support an official trade embargo placed upon either nation by a third-party.
Assist each other economically, to ensure the prosperity of both the Nations.
Blue Bubble will allow the monetary use of the Larxian Dollar alongside the Blue Bubble Ariary in order to reduce the volatility of its exports.
 
ARTICLE IV
This article is to improve the understanding of the world, by promoting scientific collaboration between the Nations,as part of Paragraph 2 of Article I, where both nations shall:
Collaborate on projects in the industry field of maritime research, and try to work towards improving the maritime environment of the Contracting Parties.
Engage in research projects, broadly, Theoretical and Experimental Physics, Astrophysics, etc.
Open the domestic universities to students, and scientists from the Nations, and spearhead the formation of an international regulatory body for Sciences.
 
ARTICLE V
This article is to improve the respect of each other’s culture by encouraging cultural events and cultural understanding between the Nations, as part of Paragraph 2 of Article I, where both nations shall:
Engage with each other’s culture
Promote the study of each other’s cultures within their universities
Conduct joint annual cultural events to educate the populace about each other’s cultures.

 
ANNEXURE 
A Vital Domestic Industry is an Industry that is either:
Historically significant,
Economically significant,
Or all of the above to the Nation in question.
 
In regard to Blue Bubble, this includes:
Industries with practices as listed in The 1385 Act of Cultural Preservation
Aviation Industry
 
In regard to Larxia, this includes:
Information Technology Industry
Defense Industry
Finance Industry
 
This Agreement shall remain in force unless terminated by either Nation by notification in writing of the intention to terminate to the other Nation. The termination will take effect six months after the acceptance of notification by the other Nation, unless agreed otherwise.
 
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the undersigned, duly authorised to this effect, have signed this Agreement.
 
DONE at New Larxia on the twenty-seventh day of July in the year 1421, in two originals, both in the common language.
 
For the Kingdom of Larxia:

King James of Larxia
 
For Blue Bubble:

Kassakira Petrovikan

Thank you very much for having us! I am H Douglas, the Superintendent of State of Krasnaya. I will be serving in the Krasnayan diplomatic delegation along with our Minister of Foreign Affairs, Worms Republic. We will use this to communicate relevant information about the State of Krasnaya for anyone interested in TWP.

Thank you again!

Nice to have you around!

April 30, 1420 AF
12:15 PM Over time
In the catacombs of an ancient Zonethos Temple
Shaman Oconostota Nideloyu was offering up a prayer to the Great Spirit in hopes that his meeting with the Varanian delegation would end with the support he needed. He knew the theocrat faction was the weakest among the four involved in the civil war, he desperately needed support should the Will of the Spirit be fulfilled.
The Spirit has warned us against straying from His Will and the country is now in turmoil because of the previous government straying from His Will. Only the Divine Shaman, the successor of Adanvdo can return the country to glory in the eyes of the Spirit.
He got up from the ground and started making his way down the halls of the catacombs in order to meet with the Varanian delegation. He knew little about the delegation but he knew they were willing to give support to his righteous cause.
As he drew closer to the meeting place within the catacombs, he could see the Varanian general waiting for him. He could tell the general was not comfortable standing in a dimly lit room surrounded by skeletons. He entered the room and held up a hand in greeting,
“It is a pleasure to have you here in general. I apologize for keeping you waiting here for as long as I did. Come, let’s go to some place a bit less...grim.” said Nideloyu.
“The pleasure is mine,” said General Ristovski, “and yes, let’s.”
General Ristovski and Shaman Nideloyu made their way through one of the many tunnels of the catacombs until they reached a staircase that leads into the temple which resides above them. This temple was ancient, abandoned long ago when Adanvdo reformed the faith. The reason it was abandoned was because it was judged to be tainted by a giant symbol of a crab, the sign of Ulagohvsgi, being etched in the middle of the temple floor. But this temple, which has been reclaimed by nature, is now the base of operations for the theocratic faction. They stopped in the most intact room in the temple that had a table and a few chairs in the center of the room.
“Please take a seat general, we have much to discuss.” said Nideloyu as he gestured towards one of the chairs. General Ristovski  nodded in gratitude and sat in the chair while Nideloyu walked over to the other side of the table to sit in the seat opposite of him.
“Ah, thank you.”
“Now might I ask why Varanius is interested in backing our most righteous cause? It seems unusual for a secular state to back a group that wishes to create a theocracy.’
“Yes, it does admittedly seem rather odd. But, we wish the best for the people of Zoran, and we think you have the best chance of making that happen.”
“We thank you for coming so far to meet with us. I would be lying if I said we didn’t need support. What kind of assistance is Varanius willing to give us? Arms? Funds? Legitimacy?”
“Funds mainly, to begin with. Arms and legitimacy may come later, depending on availability.”
“And what would you like in return from us in the future? I can imagine that something trade related is what Varanius is looking at correct?”
“Right to the point I see. Yes, well. We do actually have our eyes on those exotic plants. Things like that have so many uses after all.”
“We can do something with that when we win the war.”
Nideloyu muttered a prayer of thanks to the Great Spirit before extending his hand to General Ristovski and shaking on their deal. The future may not be so dark for the theocrats as people once believed with the support they will receive from the Varanian government.

April 30, 1420
12:30 PM Over Time
National Zoranian Banking Clan Tower; Yemiduga City, Fisheros, Zoran
In a meeting room at the top floor of the National Zoranian Banking Clan tower, hundreds of executives and CEOs from corporations across Zoran have gathered to discuss their plans in the war. All of them sat in a large round table in dim lighting. Everyone had a binder with information on the current status of the war. Everything from expenditures, number of arms and ammunition, to missiles and missile launching sites, to even expenditures and their combined income. Every person in that room had put an investment in the future of the country and hoped to make massive profits if they succeeded in taking control and the mastermind behind it all was the head of one of the oldest industries in Zoran, Quasena Basket Weaving Enterprises. The current head of the Quasena family that runs the business is none other than Kunagadoga Quasena, who sits in the most elaborate chair with the window of the room behind him.
“Glad to see all of you could make it today. We have much to discuss in terms of our push to take the country. Open your binders to page two titled, the Dalimbari Arms Agreement or the DAA.” Everyone in the room did as he instructed all at one, everyone knew better than to challenge his authority. The page was a detailed copy of the contract signed between the Corporatocracy of Zoran and the Free State of Dalimbar which went over the agreed price settled on for arms and the promise for Dalimbar to be the Union’s main supplier of arms during the conflict.
“As Dalimbar as our main supplier of arms we will have access to a large amount of supplies and weapons from them to support the private military companies we have hired to do our dirty work. They were not cheap but they ensured quality arms for our cause, especially their world renowned landmines. I propose that we send a representative over to Dalimbar to keep them posted on current events of the war and to negotiate more deals with the Dalimbari junta.” said Kunagadoga as dryly before taking a sip of his glass of water, “Does anyone in the room oppose this proposition?” No one in the room said a single word in response to his question, “All in support raise their hand.” He said as he raised his own. Everyone’s hand in the room raised with him, something which pleased the leader of the Union.
“Very good. Now with that out of the way, we must turn to a more pressing issue, Adsila Ani’-Wah’. Everyone please look at the screen on the wall opposite of my seat.” He said as he turned on the screen with a control panel on the table. Everyone turned their swivel chairs to face the screen in unison as the screen showed video camera footage of CGZ escorting a blindfolded Adsila from her apartment building to an alleyway on the opposite side of the street. After the pair was out of view on the camera, the screen switched to a side by side report of Adsila and CGZ with their records, police reports, bio, and picture. CGZ’s was quite empty compared to Adsila’s but CGZ’s criminal record was full compared to Adsila’s empty criminal record.
“Ladies and gentleman, two of our biggest pains in the asses are in hiding together. CGZ has long been a thorn in the side of all wealthy people whether they are in business or governance for centuries. Illusive, untraceable, intelligent, skilled, and dangerous. The fact that he has become part of our hunt for Adsila makes things a lot more difficult.” said Kunagadoga without hiding the annoyance in his voice.
“Adsila on the other hand is a more reluctant annoyance. For a long time the Ani’-Wah’ clan has rivaled my family in wealth for many years. But it was never a feud in fact I am sure all of us have had lovely relations with the heads of the Ani’-Wah’ family. But our biggest threat in this war is the monarchist faction, who intend on having Adsila as the monarch of Zoran. So we must have her eliminated if we wish to disorganize and crush our biggest rival for the control of Zoran. But with CGZ protecting her, locating her will practically be impossible.” he said grimly. Everyone in the room began to whisper amongst themselves, most of the men and women in the room knew the impossibility of tracking down CGZ. Kunagadoga raised his hand and the whispers ceased,
“Thank you. But I have two potential solutions. One is we commit an act or provoke an act by one of the factions that will cause Adsila to want to leave the protection of CGZ to help end the war. This one I believe has the most potential as Adsila is known for having a compassionate heart and being strong willed, just like her father. Thus if we push her to the point where she can’t stand to sit back and watch any longer then we might be able to track her down.” The others in the room began to nod and whisper in agreement amongst themselves, “The other option is one that I believe will be less likely to occur but could lead to great results, we contact the Cambrians and try and enlist the help of their Inquisitors to potentially locate CGZ. However, like I said this would be unlikely to occur due to our agreement with Dalimbar and thus they probably do not think highly of us currently. It would also risk ruining our good relations with Dalimbar by turning to their enemy for support. Personally, I prefer the former option but of course I will put this up to a vote. All in favor of option one raise your hand.” A good majority of the table raised their hands in support of drawing Adsila out, some agreed out of fear of Kunagadoga and others genuinely believed for option one to be the best course of action.
“All in support of the idea of reaching out to the Cambrians, raise your hand.” Those that did not raise their hand before raised their hands now potentially believing that despite the unlikely nature of getting support from T&C that it could prove to have more results. Kunagadoga smiled at this,
“Great, option one it is then. But this meeting has gone on for quite a while now, let’s all take a quick thirty minute break and gather around the water cooler and talk about our money shall we?” Everyone in the room smiled and began talking in agreement as they all stood up and left the room. However, one executive walked up to Kunagadoga and whispered,
“Kuna my old friend. Are you sure your personal grudge against Adsila didn’t influence the making of this plan? You still aren’t miffed about the fact that she rejected you back in secondary school are you?” The smile on Kunagadoga’s face faded quickly at the executive’s words,
“Detsinulahungu my old friend, not another word out of you unless you want to end up as a woven basket that is gifted to the Dalimbari.” Kunagadoga said coldly. Detsinulahungu’s eyes widened and he slowly backed away from Kunagadoga.
I will never forget the day that she broke my heart.
Kunagadoga thought to himself before leaving the room to go to the water cooler as he had said.

Operation starting date: 25.12.1305
Agent Number: 2578349987
Assignment: Infiltration of “OT”
Assignment status: Active
 
Date: 30.12.1305
Agent 2578349987 reporting from the bunker at  35°24'15"S, 17°E 10'30", everything is proceeding as planned. I have explored the research lab in my time since the last report and have yet to find the plans for the rumored rocket engine being developed. However, I have found other things of interest such as a device that seems to be able to lower the temperature in a room, seems like something that would be useful in Zoran, and some sort of communication device that uses microwaves to broadcast a message over a large area. I was able to acquire the blueprints for these technologies. I shall hand them off to the next agent that I meet.
Since my last report, I have been successful in gaining the trust of ........ ....... and I have learned a few things of interest. The head of the Ministry of Technology has been growing a bit paranoid over what she quoted as “unfortunate occurrences” in a program he refers to Project Comet. She did not know what this project was but she has said she has been concerned over the health of her father. I theorize that the man is suffering from high blood pressure which could lead to a heart attack, his death could put what we are searching for at risk as his successor might scrap the project. This motivates me to work with haste and to try and find the blueprints as fast as possible.
But there is one last piece of information that is of concern. There is a “professor” here by the name of “Tatiana Mortuain” who has taken an interest in me, but not in the romantic sense. I suspect that my cover is at risk of being blown should she persist her interest. I am led to believe that she might either be an agent from another nation or an agent of the OTIA who is assigned to counterintelligence. If her interests persist or if I find any signs that she is working in counterintelligence I will have to take her out of the picture. I hope it will not come to that but I shall do what I must. I shall report back when I can.
 
Approved for release 14.5.1420