Larxia

THE UNEXPECTED WIN
Good day all Arifiyyah FA football supporters. We have good news for you, Arifiyyah FA has a closed victory against Zoran in this third day of the match. "I did not expect that my kick was right on goal," said the young team captain. Muhammad Nazhim scored a beautiful goal from a free kick in the 72nd minute yesterday. No less also the defensive line from the Zoran team that hit hard so that our attackers could not get past it.

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The Orangutan Rangers are currently ranked first in Group C after collecting 7 points
These three unbeaten matches make our players more excited to face the opposing team. "We will face Italia in the next match. The match against Italia is a must-win match to stay at the top. This will definitely be a challenge for us even if Italia is at the bottom of the Group C schedule. We will continue to give exciting action in the match and try to maintain the top position until qualifying for the knockout round." said head coach Arifiyyah FA

Giovanniland opened the first half and opened scoring in the 15th minute. Aviero cuts through the defense like a hot knife through butter. He bangs one in. The goalkeeper can't reach it. Larxia levels almost instantly in the 18th minute. The rest of the half goes by without any serious goal scoring chances.
 
In the second half, Larxia controlled the possession of the ball for most of the half. Fernandes puts a through ball to Garcia, who's ready to convert. The goalkeeper keeps it out of the goal but cannot keep the ball. The ball falls to Aviero who drives it in with no chance for the keeper. It's 2-1 in the 57th minute. Leo Messy goes solo in the 78th minute. He weaves through the defenders and puts it in around the goalkeeper. The goalkeeper lies on the ground, utterly beaten, as Messy celebrates with his teammates. The 4th official indicates only 2 minutes of stoppage time. That's the final whistle. Larxia wins 3 goals to one. The first win for Larxia comes at a great time as it sees Larxia jump to 3rd position in the group.
HT: LXA 1-1 GIO
FT: LXA 3-1 GIO
Guardiola in the post-match conference said," We were very happy with the result, but we cannot stop working because of one good result. We do deserve to celebrate, but we'll not celebrate at the cost of training for the matches. I caught a glimpse of the King in his box, and needless to say, you could see the pride in his eyes as he saw the Larxian team win the game," on being asked about their next opponents Pallandole and their run in the WC, he said," We do like to believe that every nation still has some fight left in them, because underestimating a nation will only increase our complacency. That said, we do hope that we win the game, and the team will be preparing for every game as though they are preparing to play the final."
Now how can that not instill confidence in the 25 million people of Larxia.
Larxia will be facing Pallandole next, who seem to be having the World Cup of their nightmares after drawing their first two games and losing the last one against Fhaengshia, though not by much.

Match Day 3 Results

Larxia opened the first half but Libterraria opened the scoring with a low-banger in the 22nd minute. The rest of the first half has been devoid of action, only Larxia almost scoring a goal in the 39th minute, but it sails just wide of the post.
In the second half, Larxia controlled the possession of the ball for most of the half. The second half has been very dormant with only 2 chances for Larxia and one for Libterraria and no goals. Garcia is taken down just outside the penalty box. It will be a free kick for Larxia. Messy lines up to take it. It's in! Top-bin curler, the keeper cannot reach it at full stretch. It is 1-1 in the 89th minute. The 4th official adds only one minute for the stoppage time. It's the final whistle. A draw for Larxia. Not the ideal result.
Messy in the post-match conference said," We are always looking to improve our team. We're training hard and we hope for an even better result against Giovanniland. We are positive and will go into the match with a positive, can-do attitude, and I'm sure we can do it."
 

Larxia opened the first half but Libterraria opened the scoring with a low-banger in the 22nd minute. The rest of the first half has been devoid of action, only Larxia almost scoring a goal in the 39th minute, but it sails just wide of the post.
In the second half, Larxia controlled the possession of the ball for most of the half. The second half has been very dormant with only 2 chances for Larxia and one for Libterraria and no goals. Garcia is taken down just outside the penalty box. It will be a free kick for Larxia. Messy lines up to take it. It's in! Top-bin curler, the keeper cannot reach it at full stretch. It is 1-1 in the 89th minute. The 4th official adds only one minute for the stoppage time. It's the final whistle. A draw for Larxia. Not the ideal result.
Messy in the post-match conference said," We are always looking to improve our team. We're training hard and we hope for an even better result against Giovanniland. We are positive and will go into the match with a positive, can-do attitude, and I'm sure we can do it."
 

Idag i Verden // Today in the World
3 May 1420
Solrunsborg, Keiserholde, Fujai - The Velkting chose today to demand the arrest and trial of all those involved in planning and executing the bombing of Zoradia. The Velkting discussed three public petitions made in the last three days, one to immediately cut all ties with the Zoranian government, one to support the monarchist rebels, and one to continue support and recognition conditional on the arrest and subsequent trial of all those involved. The Velkting voted 89/19/103 in the first round, and 72/139 in the second round, with amendments. VR Terje Håland (R) called the final resolution a “strong demand for justice for the Zoranian people.”
Zoradia Harbor, Zoran - In accordance with the Velkting’s decision, Kustvakt ships sent to support the Zoranian government have been ordered to stand down all non-humanitarian missions. They will continue rescue efforts in Zoradia, serve as mobile hospitals, and coordinate other humanitarian missions. The four ships already in the country for joint exercises were deployed directly to Zoradia, and the two additional vessels deployed were, at last report, nearing Dilberian waters.
Southern Zoran - Utanriksrådgafar (Minister of Foreign Affairs) Ivo Solum (K) met with the Zoranian government following today’s Velktinget vote. Neither Utanriksministerjonet nor the Zoranian government have released any information regarding their outcome. The bombing, intended to be a planned destruction of the city for strategic reasons, resulted in the deaths of many civilians, a fact known to some Zoranian officials before the airstrikes began. It is unclear as of yet how deep the knowledge of these war crimes went.

Larxia opened the first half and opened the scoring with a well-placed curler in the 5th minute by Leo Messy. Dalimbar evened the scores with a well-placed goal in the 24th minute that shocked the Larxian fans in the stands. Dalimbar went on to score their second of the match with a powerful shot, deflected off of a defender's foot in the 42nd minute. The goalkeeper couldn't reach it in the last moment.
In the second half,  Larxia controlled the possession of the ball most of the half but Dalimbar intercepted a pass and found the Larxian defence in shambles. Needless to say, the Dalimbari took advantage and made it 3-1 in the 54th minute. A well placed pass sees Leo Messy directly in front of the goal, only the goalkeeper to beat. Leo Messy beats the keeper easily scoring for the Larxia in the 76th minute making it 3-2.Is there a comeback on the cards? A beautiful cross from the right wing finds Garcia's head and the ball is in the back of the net. 3-3 in the 89th minute. Surely a comeback for the books. The 4th official seems to have given 5 minutes of stoppage time. A penalty for Dalimbar at 90+4th minute. The whole team is pleading with the referee. This is a very controversial call. You can see the frustration in Guardiola's eyes as he argues with a linesman. The decision is not being overturned. Ferrara dives the right way but fails to reach the ball. It's in. Larxia 3-4 Dalimbar. Disbelief on the pitch. Guardiola kicks a bottle in frustration. Larxian fans have gone quiet. King Maddy IV looks shocked in the VIP box. Everything is silent, except the Dalimbari fans' loud cheering. But the Larxians seem to not notice the Dalimbari. This decision could directly hurt Larxia's chances. Leo Messy rallies his troops. That's the final whistle. Messy and Guardiola will be looking to train harder to make sure this kind of situation never comes up again.
HT: LXA 1-2 DAL
FT: LXA 3-4 DAL
The next opponents for Larxia will be Libterraria. They drew their first match against Pallandole. The players have been training for the next fixture, hoping to show all their might against Libterraria

Larxia opened the first half and opened the scoring with a well-placed curler in the 5th minute by Leo Messy. Dalimbar evened the scores with a well-placed goal in the 24th minute that shocked the Larxian fans in the stands. Dalimbar went on to score their second of the match with a powerful shot, deflected off of a defender's foot in the 42nd minute. The goalkeeper couldn't reach it in the last moment.
In the second half,  Larxia controlled the possession of the ball most of the half but Dalimbar intercepted a pass and found the Larxian defence in shambles. Needless to say, the Dalimbari took advantage and made it 3-1 in the 54th minute. A well placed pass sees Leo Messy directly in front of the goal, only the goalkeeper to beat. Leo Messy beats the keeper easily scoring for the Larxia in the 76th minute making it 3-2.Is there a comeback on the cards? A beautiful cross from the right wing finds Garcia's head and the ball is in the back of the net. 3-3 in the 89th minute. Surely a comeback for the books. The 4th official seems to have given 5 minutes of stoppage time. A penalty for Dalimbar at 90+4th minute. The whole team is pleading with the referee. This is a very controversial call. You can see the frustration in Guardiola's eyes as he argues with a linesman. The decision is not being overturned. Ferrara dives the right way but fails to reach the ball. It's in. Larxia 3-4 Dalimbar. Disbelief on the pitch. Guardiola kicks a bottle in frustration. Larxian fans have gone quiet. King Maddy IV looks shocked in the VIP box. Everything is silent, except the Dalimbari fans' loud cheering. But the Larxians seem to not notice the Dalimbari. This decision could directly hurt Larxia's chances. Leo Messy rallies his troops. That's the final whistle. Messy and Guardiola will be looking to train harder to make sure this kind of situation never comes up again.
HT: LXA 1-2 DAL
FT: LXA 3-4 DAL
The next opponents for Larxia will be Libterraria. They drew their first match against Pallandole. The players have been training for the next fixture, hoping to show all their might against Libterraria

"Hello, everyone! From Steskia, United Adaikes, we at Santo-Dominian Cable-Satellite Network Channel 3 bring you live coverage of the 1st World Cup of Football! Our coverage of WCF1 is brought to you by our generous sponsor, +238flowers, because flowers are appropriate for every occasion, even the WCF! I, Approctoflecticus Blubberman, will be your host for the entire duration of WCF1. And we've just received news that the first match day has concluded and the results are in!"
"Starting with the results in Group A. Let's look at this graphic here."

"And we've got some pretty similar matches here! In the first match, our generous host United Adaikes beat fellow Polaris nation Teralyon by 2-1. The same happened in the second match, where the northern nation of Fujai beat our Auran friend Fuentana, also scoring a 2-1 victory. In the third match, however, we saw quite some action from both Nagaraningrad and K66...so much action that the match ended with a 1-1 tie! For more details and specifics, I will direct you to these countries' respective media outlets. Moving on to Group B!"

"Speaking of ties, we've got two ties in Group B! In the first match, the teams from Giovanniland and Fhaengshia were both unable to best the other, resulting in a 1-1 tie. In the second match, Pallandole and Libterraria both failed to score even a point, resulting in a 0-0 tie. In the third match, however, the strong team from Dalimbar pulled ahead of their competent opponents from Larxia and managed to win a 4-3 victory! Now, let's get to Group C!"

"Some great matches in Group C! The team from Zoran, despite hailing from internal strife in their homeland, managed to persevere and win a 2-0 victory against the players of Irador! The football team coming from Italia posed a strong challenge, but failed to win against Hertfordshire and Jammbo, losing in a 2-3 match. Finally, we have another tie, this time with Arifiyyah and Reçueçn both unable to score points throughout their entire match, resulting in a 0-0 tie. Now, it's time to move on to the results for Group D!"

"In this first match day, Group D was where the drama and the action was at! In the first match, the great team from our homeland, Santos-Dominius, handily defeated Alchera and won a 4-0 victory, the second-biggest margin of victory so far. Woo! In the second match, the players from the Polaris country of Badgeria pummelled the team from Nieubasria, winning a 6-1 victory in the most lopsided match in the entire World Cup of Football so far! Good job to Badgeria! In the third match, our Auran friends from Dilber faced off against the giant Polaris nation of Tara and Cambray. Notably, both teams were able to hold their own against each other, and managed to prevent the opposing team from scoring any points at all, resulting in a 0-0 tie."
"And that concludes Match Day 1! As we eagerly wait for Match Day 2, let's review the general situation of the teams. In Group A, Fujai and United Adaikes have emerged as the stronger teams, while K66 and Nagaraningrad hold their own. Both Fuentana and Teralyon, however, are in a bit of danger due to their losses. In Group B, Dalimbar has become the clear leading force, though Fhaengshia, Giovanniland, Libterraria and Pallandole are all respectable opponents. Larxia, however, will have to do some catching-up if it desires to stay in the WCF and advance to the next rounds and the finals."
"In Group C, Zoran and Hertfordshire & Jammbo are the frontrunners! Arifiyyah and Reçueçn are also doing a good job. Italia and Irador, unfortunately, are in danger of getting eliminated from the WCF, and must utilise their strengths if they are to make comebacks and win the competition. In Group D, Badgeria and our home country, Santos-Dominius, are the leading teams! Woo! Both Dilber and Tara & Cambray are also doing quite well. Sadly, Alchera and Nieubasria are at danger of being eliminated due to their heavy defeats, and will have to put in all of their effort if they are to survive and thrive."
"And that's it for Match Day 1! Congratulations to the winners and the leading teams, and 'good job' to the teams that are holding their own and doing well, though they may not be leading right now. As for the defeated teams, don't fret! It's only day 1, and you can still make comebacks and fight back, so don't worry, and keep fighting till the end! I'm Approctoflecticus Blubberman, and this was Match Day 1 of the 1st World Cup of Football. Stay tuned to SDCSN Channel 3 for coverage of the WCF, and see you tomorrow!"

The coach and the captain will be asking themselves what went wrong after Larxia lost to Dalimbar 3-4.
We can still agree on the fact that the loss against Dalimbar was not the ideal result, but it wasn't also the worst result. With only one goal between the two teams, the goal difference will not hurt Larxia too much.
Ronald Guardiola wasn't very happy with his defenders, and will be increasing the training regimen of the defenders. He said," We didn't lose the match because we didn't score enough goals, we lost the match because we conceded a lot of them," he added," We will work a little on our defensive prowess. We will be looking at the recordings of past matches of Giovanniland and study their style of play and their defensive patterns, so that we can turn our fortune around in this tournament."
We fully believe that the Larxian National team will pull through their defeat and come back even stronger to take Group B by storm.
 

February 21, 1421; 8 AM Polaris Eastern Time
All the captains of the 24 participating nations are present in the opening ceremony of the 1st World Cup of Football in the Main Stadium of the New Thraproy Sports Complex, with around 69, 000 fans in attendance to watch the 1st game of United Adaikes and Teralyon which will happen in the next hour. "Before the declaration of the President of the United Adaikes to formally open the 1st World Cup of Footbal," coming from the stadium speakers, "may we call the captain of the United Adaikes National Football Team, Billy Jordan, to give the Oath of Sportsmanship, which will also be repeated by the team captains of the participating nations of the 1st World Cup!" A thunderous roar and applause was heard in the mention of Jordan's name as he walked to the designated podium and read the Oath.
"To the team captains of the participating nations," Jordan started, "please repeat after me. 'I', state your name," with the other captains following Jordan in declaring the Oath of Sportsmanship, "'representing my team and my country, a participant of the 1st World Cup of Football, do hereby solemnly swear and agree to abide, adhere and uphold all conditions, agreements, rules and regulations of football. As a competitor of this game, I hereby swear and agree to play the game in the highest forms and standards of discipline and sportsmanship, no matter if I win or lose. What counts most is how I conduct myself and play my game in the spirit of belongingness, peace and enjoyment with my competitors. I now therefore declare to preserve the tenets and precepts of a true sportsman in thought, in word and in deed in the true spirit of sportsmanship, for the glory of the sport and for the honor of my country.'"
Another thunderous roar and applause when Jordan finished reading the Oath and returned to his place with the other team captains, but a louder one when they saw the President of the United Adaikes Luke Salazar went to his Podium. "I do not want any diplomatic incidents," Salazar started, turning to the Zoranian team captain, while the others gave a nervous laugh, "but I just want you, your team, your fans present here, in your nation and everywhere, every one, to enjoy and relish the experience of international football. With that, I declare the 1st World Cup of Football here in our good country, the United Adaikes, open!" Another thunderous roar and applause from the 69, 000 fans in the arena. The stadium is now being entertained by performers in the pitch, while the President shakes the hands of the captains of the participating nations, with the Presidential Security Service near him.
After shaking hands with them, the President was escorted to the VIP box of the Main Stadium by the United Adaikes Football Association head Myron Lillakis. The team captains of Alchera, Fhaengshia, Giovanniland, Irador, Santos-Dominius and Zoran were escorted to the helipads and onto separate choppers each to ensure that they can return to their respective stadiums for their first game on time. The other captains were escorted to the VIP car park and onto separate vehicles for them to be escorted to where their teams are waiting for their next game.

Match Day 1 Results




 
 
 
 

Lord Eastmarch, back in the study of his cliffside manor house in Saint Mark, closed the connection on his secure phone and looked over to where His Serene Highness sat in a leather wingback chair.
I informed General Waholi of our desire to help the Monarchists take advantage of their momentum, sir. Aside from direct intervention, we will give them anything they need.
Thank you, cousin. The Monarchists have demonstrated that they are the only faction that can govern Zoran with the people's best interests in mind. I am cheered by their recent victories and pray they continue to take control. The sooner this bloody nightmare ends and peace is restored, the better.
The prince raised his glass to his cousin and finished off his bourbon.

Uweyv Nunnehi Campaign
(Duration: 1 month 23 days)
 
Faction:
Monarchists
Theocrats
Corporates
Strength:
20,000 men
1000 men
5,000 men
Losses:
600 Killed
~20 MIA
~800 Killed
50 taken prisoner
~5 MIA
~900 Killed
80 taken prisoner
Remaining:
~19,380 remain
~145 retreated
~4,020 retreated
 
Decisive Monarchist Victory
 
Campaign Report:
26 June, 1420
Began with a push from north of the province, 20,000 men crossed the border into corporate territory. We were able to use guerilla tactics to ambush a few mercenary patrols and steal some supplies. Our scouts were able to mark some mercenary camps where we divided out men and struck at them simultaneously, falling back to lure them deeper into the jungle so we could regroup and use the jungle to our advantage. This resulted in some casualties on our side but we dealt a massive blow to corporate forces in the province. However, there was an unexpected theocratic assault on the province as well so we had quite a few of them to deal with.
One particular soldier showed some impressive prowess on the battlefield, using only a compound bow and a sword to go behind enemy lines to capture a few soldiers prisoner from smaller enemy camps. When asked how he was able to accomplish this seemingly stupidly rash feat he responded saying, “When a man is able to sneak into your camp, kill five of your friends in the night, and rushes you with a sword and starts yelling at you to get on the ground, would you challenge them?” His name is Tagwadihi Sitsameho and he has gained some recognition and admiration among the troops. I believe it would be wise to keep an eye on him for the future.
Ultimately, after a month and a few days of surprise attacks, raids, and pushing we were able to drive the corporates out of the province and have begun sending men out across the province to secure our control. However, this campaign was not without civilian casualties. A few innocent men, women, and children were caught in the crossfire in a few towns and some were blown up by those bloody Dalimbari landmines. While our men also fell victim to them, seeing a child being blown up in front of your eyes is a whole other feeling. Other people have been displaced by the conflict, exact numbers are unknown. As we gain control over the province we shall begin sweeping for mines in order to make it safer for the people. A provisional government for the province has been established until the people are organized enough to send a representative to the civilian legislative council.
We lost about 600 men in this campaign and approximately 50 are MIA. We also have 130 prisoners, 80 from the corporate mercenaries and 50 from the theocrats.

The fire crackled in the hearth, shining on King Maddy IV and his brother Prince Dominic, as they sat in front of each other.
King Maddy IV said," My brother, you will be visiting Zoran to meet up with the Monarchists' General. An agent of -redacted- will accompany you, disguised as your assistant, for your safety."
Prince Dominic asked," Won't sending a member of the Royal Family raise suspicion in the other factions?"
King Maddy IV replied rather coolly," It would if you would have just visited the country without no good reason. That's why I talked with Prince Marcarius, and he agreed to lease some of the Saint Markan estates in Zoran for a period of ten years. Your cover will be to check on the estates and secretly meet with the General."
"Understood. You know, I'm sometimes in awe of how you think and how you maintain your international relations. I have a question though, how much can I stretch for them, you know because I won't be able to reach you at that time."
"You can offer them arms and money and if they are in a dire need, other kinds of armaments. Promise some post war reparation funds and put in an idea of a trade deal post war."
"Sure. Goodbye brother, I'll see 
you soon", Prince Dominic said while hugging his brother, because as good an opportunity this was, there was an existential threat to his life.
"Goodbye brother. Your 'assistant' will brief you further on your way there. And be extremely careful, God forbid, if anything happens to you, no power in this world will stop me from marching into Zoran."
Prince Dominic left the palace for the airport with his 'assistant', with pride that his brother trusted him with this important duty. His life was probably in danger, and he hoped that he would be alive to see his beloved brother again, but he wouldn't let that stop him from accomplishing the task at hand.

The sound of footsteps echoed through the hallowed halls of the Windlar Castle as the most trusted advisor of King Maddy IV, Jamie Marshall rushed towards His Highness' office with a folder marked confidential.
"Your Highness, Zoran has fallen. There is a grapple for power. We have intel that Atsil Ani'-Wah' has been kidnapped. Our secret agent was approached by one of the high-profile Monarchists.They have asked for our help alongside that of Saint Mark."
"Then we must do everything we can to help them come to power, and more importantly survive. Call my brother, Prince Dominic, at once."
"Why, Your Highness, do I need to call him?"
"We have had great relations with the Ani'-Wah' house in the past. It is in our best interest that the Monarchists win this power struggle in Zoran."
"So you need your brother for?"
" 'You're my' advisor for the sake of the Lord. Sending him to talk with their general will show our support and earn their trust, because without trust, wars like these can never be won."
"I'll ask him to come here as soon as possible."
"Fly him here if you have to. He should be off to Zoran to meet the general as late as tomorrow. I want my best agents dispatched to Zoran to start looking for Atsil. In the meantime we'll co-ordinate with Saint Mark in this effort."
Jamie rushed off into the halls of the palace, simultaneously calling Prince Dominic.

The above squad will represent Larxia in the Football World Cup. This team was handpicked by coach Ronald Guardiola, one of the best coaches in Larxia and in the world. These players were selected from the Larxian Pro League and Larxians playing in foreign leagues who have proved their mettle with and against the best players in the world.
The chief of FFL issued a statement that the FFL had full faith in the coach and the team, led by Leo Messy.
The Larxian National team will be donning a blue and black stripe jersey with the FFL logo on the left and the Larxian flag on the right.


 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: yes(only minor)(max 1 match missed)
Assign my players yellow cards: yes
Assign my players red cards: no
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring: yes(but ask we can probably do it together)
Godmod other events: yes(but ask we can probably do it together)
 
Style Modifier: +3
The team will employ a 4-3-3 formation. 
This is the playing 11:

 

The above squad will represent Larxia in the Football World Cup. This team was handpicked by coach Ronald Guardiola, one of the best coaches in Larxia and in the world. These players were selected from the Larxian Pro League and Larxians playing in foreign leagues who have proved their mettle with and against the best players in the world.
The chief of FFL issued a statement that the FFL had full faith in the coach and the team, led by Leo Messy.
The Larxian National team will be donning a blue and black stripe jersey with the FFL logo on the left and the Larxian flag on the right.


 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: yes(only minor)(max 1 match missed)
Assign my players yellow cards: yes
Assign my players red cards: no
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring: yes(but ask we can probably do it together)
Godmod other events: yes(but ask we can probably do it together)
 
Style Modifier: +3
The team will employ a 4-3-3 formation. 
This is the playing 11:

 

The above squad will represent Larxia in the Football World Cup. This team was handpicked by coach Ronald Guardiola, one of the best coaches in Larxia and in the world. These players were selected from the Larxian Pro League and Larxians playing in foreign leagues who have proved their mettle with and against the best players in the world.
The chief of FFL issued a statement that the FFL had full faith in the coach and the team, led by Leo Messy.
The Larxian National team will be donning a blue and black stripe jersey with the FFL logo on the left and the Larxian flag on the right.


 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: yes(only minor)(max 1 match missed)
Assign my players yellow cards: yes
Assign my players red cards: no
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring: yes(but ask we can probably do it together)
Godmod other events: yes(but ask we can probably do it together)
 
Style Modifier: +3
The team will employ a 4-3-3 formation. 
This is the playing 11:

 

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May 5, 1420
1:24AM International Atomic Time / 2:24AM Over Time
Fribernese Fortress, Federal City of Friberne, Santos-Dominius
"Are we ready to seal the deal yet? I'm tired of this inaction. We need to finalise this thing, and we will do it here and now!" This was Harriet Stuyvesant-Callaghan, CEO of Dominion Bank, the dominant banking corporation in the Federal Republic of Santos-Dominius and one of the largest and most secretive financial institutions in not only Aura, but the entire world. Heard by few and seen doing business by even fewer, the DB has long been rumoured to be one of the most corrupt multinational companies in the leafy archipelago country, doing deals with the 0.001% and pursuing the shadiest of transactions solely for profit in the form of gold or cash. Stuyvesant-Callaghan herself - the absolute worst and most ruthless in the entire banking and financial industry in Santos-Dominius.
"Not now, not here! Can't you just wait? We're getting on a helicopter that will fly us directly to a black site in the Canton of Nordrhuin-Theronigen. This is a high-risk deal with a controversial faction participating in a significant civil war. This contradicts years and decades of Santo-Dominian neutrality! As President, I do not want our unspeakable goings-on revealed or exposed like dirty laundry. If we do a secret deal, we're gonna do it the right way: on a secure call in virtual reality in a secure black site facility accessible only with my explicit in-person permission." This was President Paul R. Goldberg, who is in for the battle of his political life as he struggles to ensure his re-election in the tightest presidential race in Santo-Dominian history.
As both Stuyvesant-Callaghan and Goldberg boarded the military helicopter in the large courtyard of the Fribernese Fortress, they both acknowledged that they had way too much to lose if this deal were to be exposed. For Stuyvesant-Callaghan, it would be her ability to attract private low-profile clientele. For Goldberg, it would be his ability to win re-election and his entire political career. Secrecy, they agreed, was paramount in this deal, and they would exhaust every option available to make sure that intimate knowledge of the upcoming event would not go outside of the meeting room.
May 5, 1420
3:57AM International Atomic Time / 4:57AM Over Time
Unknown Black Site, Canton of Nordrhuin-Theronigen, Santos-Dominius
"Mr President, the Zoranian corporates are ready to converse. Do we have authorisation to begin the call?"
"Yes, I now authorise you to begin the call."
"Please put on the virtual reality headsets, Mr President and Ms Stuyvesant-Callaghan. Your privacy and protection must be guaranteed."
Both put on their virtual reality headsets as the voice of Kunagadoga Quasena, one of the leaders of the corporate faction in the Zoranian Civil War, is heard clearly. A dark grey shadow is displayed in the meeting room depicted in the virtual headset.
"Good morning, Mr Quasena. I am President Goldberg of Santos-Dominius, and here with me is Harriet Stuyvesant-Callaghan, CEO of Dominion Bank."
"Good morning, Mr Quasena. There's no time for talk. Let's get straight to business. We are presenting you with an extremely favourable deal. Actually, that sounds criminal. Call it an 'investment package' instead."
Mr Quasena remarked: "I like the way you think, time is money after all."
"It's what I do for a living. Now back to business!" Stuyvesant-Callaghan replied. Pushing a button in her headset, she pulled up a holographic slideshow in the virtual reality meeting room, and continued.
"As the chief executive officer of Dominion Bank, we are officially writing the Zoranian Banking Clan thirteen cheques, with each being precisely ten million SD Dollars. They are unconditionally cashable at any point during the duration of the conflict, but I advise you to use these funds sparingly. Cashing too many of the cheques on a single occasion will present a logistical nightmare for my bank and my subordinates, and it will also draw extremely unwanted attention from some of the more inquisitive underlings of mine, or worse, the press. Therefore, I repeat, cash the cheques sparingly and separately so we can avoid getting onto the headlines of the Santo-Dominian Post."
"A very generous offer, Ms Stuyvesant-Callaghan. Now pardon me, will there be any other......resources?" Mr Quasena asked.
President Goldberg replied: "Of course. Seeing that the Santo-Dominian economy has done exceptionally well this year, Ms Stuyvesant-Callaghan here has managed to expertly convince a few other big names from our country to give up the exponential amounts of corporate welfare and business subsidies. Jean-Phillippe Montserrat, CEO of Meteor Telecom, as well as Otto Friedrich Schulze, CEO of A&A Unlimited,  have both agreed to her proposal to have their own companies do the same. My team of lawyers and legal scholars have found loopholes in Santo-Dominian law to instead inject those subsidies into your faction in form of cold, hard money. We will send it straight to you, no hassle. Our team will handle all the necessary procedures. You have my word that there shall be no headaches for you about this."
"I hope you extend on keeping that promise. Now what do you want in return? I know that regardless of what you say you are going to want something in return.” Mr Quasena inquired.
"There's no actual catch, Mr Quasena." Stuyvesant-Callaghan calmly responded. "In my entire career, I have made countless similar deals with no legal or financial catches. Many of my clients could've easily taken the money I gave them. They could've all gotten away scot-free without a day in court or a second in jail. But that's because President Goldberg and I have far more power in this conversation than you realise."
President Goldberg said: "We have the power of exposure. We expect some sort of tangible financial return or reward from supporting your faction with so much money. And if you betray us, then we will be forced to do two things."
"Number one: publicise this deal. Doing so will bring all three of us down, even if it means great harm to ourselves." Stuyvesant-Callaghan said as her smile faded.
"Number two: we'll retract all the financial aid and make it nothing but scraps of useless paper. And instead inject the money into the monarchist faction." President Goldberg added.
"We expect favours in return, Mr Quasena. Santo-Dominians are neutral, but when we do business, we know how to play smart too."
"You may have had power but I am going to give you a little lesson. Never reveal your hand to the person on the other side of the table. By revealing your hand to me you just exposed your weapon and diminished your power." Mr Quasena rebutted.
"Hm? And what lesson do you intend to give?" The President says, his voice audibly becoming a bit nervous.
"First off, I am not so worried as to what you could reveal, I have faced far worse things before and crushed bigger ants. This would be more of a liability to you in Santos Dominius as you would have violated your neutrality policy. I, on the other hand, would not be so badly affected."
President Goldberg lets out a silent but audible grunt of frustration, probably realising that the both of them had played their hand too early.
"Two, the monarchists are of no concern; they are only held together under that foolish girl Atsil, who will not be much of a threat to me very soon. Lastly, while we do appreciate the financial aid, the Corporate Union has more than enough funds in reserve to last us for about four years. Now I must say, you both have balls making a threat like that to me,” he cuts the end of a cigar before lighting it, “but we are civil folk, yes? I will let your ham-fisted attempt at a threat slide if we just let the deal proceed as discussed. Of course, I will pay you all back once the country is under the Union’s control, that is a given. What sort of businessman I would be if I didn’t provide returns on an investment.”
"Ah ha ha! Consider what we said a harmless joke. It was just our way of testing your resolve and your competence. We like your bravery, and admire your willingness to do whatever is necessary. You play to win, and we see that. Consider the deal sealed. Let us hope that your faction is too big to fail. Both President Goldberg and I can't wait to hear of your inevitable success soon. I'll leave you to whatever it is you're doing." Stuyvesant-Callaghan said as she attempted to transition out of their truly miscalculated threat to Quasena. Evidently, it was a terrible move on her part, one that clearly backfired on both her and the President. A short notification alert was heard, signalling Quasena's departure from the meeting.
"Next time, Harriet, use your brain before you threaten the leader of the Zoranian corporates! He's not just some tiny guy. He's a proven leader, and you should've known not to deal with him like you deal with your insignificant employees. Let's get out of here. I shouldn't have backed you up. Now I've made a fool of myself! The more I think about that embarrassment, the worse my day becomes!" President Goldberg angrily boomed after making sure Quasena was no longer in the meeting.
In the end, as the two signed off from the meeting, removed their VR headsets and walked out the room, they knew that their partnership was successful. Now all they could do was pray that the Zoranian corporates would win, and they would reap plentiful rewards from supporting the right faction at the right moment, for the rewards are huge, but so are the risks.

Football Frenzy
By:Alexei Faulkner
New Larxia- King Maddy IV, on Tuesday announced government plans to costruct a new football stadium to go over and above for hosting a Football World Cup.
While the Larxian team will be participating in this edition of the World Cup, FFL Chief, Florentino Levante refused to put in a bid to host this edition of the World Cup in the Larxian lands. 
In an interview, he said," While it is true that hosting the world cup is a very prestigious opportunity, the FFL is currently invested in finding the next generation of world-class footballers. That said, it is my pleasure to announce the opening of government funded football academies around Larxia, with the operation headquarters in in the very same place where the new stadium is being built."
This new venture, called 'Football For All', started by FFL with support of the government will train the future of Larxian football for a very nominal fee.
Back to the main topic of the article, the new stadium will be built in Nexilia, the technological hub of Larxia.
The proposed plan for the stadium:
 

The new stadium will be one of the most technologically advanced stadiums in the world. According to the reports, the construction had already started a few months back and it will take a few more months to be completely ready.
Another stadium is being proposed to the government, which will most probably agree to it.
The other stadium that will be possibly built in the outskirts of New Larxia, will also be made with the technological vision in mind.
The other proposed stadium will look like:

These two new stadiums will change the way people experience football matches for the better, and Larxia will be completely equipped to host the next World Cup. Till then all we can do is support our Footballing Heroes who will be led into the World Cup by none other than the G.O.A.T. Leonardo Messy. 
King Maddy IV was rather excited at the prospect of participating in the World Cup, he is confident that the Larxian team is equipped to go all the way, and he should be too, considering that Larxia has been one of the biggest investors and a patron of the sports.
In an interview with the captain himself, he said confidently," Taking into account the extensive investment in the sports infrastructure and the personal involvement of His Highness, we are possibly one of the strongest football playing nations in the world," he further added," The team is really confident and we have been training to win and nothing else. You can be assured that each game will be entertaining for the fans, and we're counting on the Larxian people to travel to the World Cup and support us from the stands. Pray for the cup, and you shall have the cup." 
I'll soon be travelling with the team and will report under the FFL banner for the duration of the World Cup.
Maybe I'll also get a chance to meet His Highness, King Maddy IV and thank him for the interest he has taken in promoting the sports in Larxia. It can very well be seen in the low obesity rates in Larxia that people are taking up physical activities in one form or another.
 

Football Frenzy
By:Alexei Faulkner
New Larxia- King Maddy IV, on Tuesday announced government plans to costruct a new football stadium to go over and above for hosting a Football World Cup.
While the Larxian team will be participating in this edition of the World Cup, FFL Chief, Florentino Levante refused to put in a bid to host this edition of the World Cup in the Larxian lands. 
In an interview, he said," While it is true that hosting the world cup is a very prestigious opportunity, the FFL is currently invested in finding the next generation of world-class footballers. That said, it is my pleasure to announce the opening of government funded football academies around Larxia, with the operation headquarters in in the very same place where the new stadium is being built."
This new venture, called 'Football For All', started by FFL with support of the government will train the future of Larxian football for a very nominal fee.
Back to the main topic of the article, the new stadium will be built in Nexilia, the technological hub of Larxia.
The proposed plan for the stadium:
 

The new stadium will be one of the most technologically advanced stadiums in the world. According to the reports, the construction had already started a few months back and it will take a few more months to be completely ready.
Another stadium is being proposed to the government, which will most probably agree to it.
The other stadium that will be possibly built in the outskirts of New Larxia, will also be made with the technological vision in mind.
The other proposed stadium will look like:

These two new stadiums will change the way people experience football matches for the better, and Larxia will be completely equipped to host the next World Cup. Till then all we can do is support our Footballing Heroes who will be led into the World Cup by none other than the G.O.A.T. Leonardo Messy. 
King Maddy IV was rather excited at the prospect of participating in the World Cup, he is confident that the Larxian team is equipped to go all the way, and he should be too, considering that Larxia has been one of the biggest investors and a patron of the sports.
In an interview with the captain himself, he said confidently," Taking into account the extensive investment in the sports infrastructure and the personal involvement of His Highness, we are possibly one of the strongest football playing nations in the world," he further added," The team is really confident and we have been training to win and nothing else. You can be assured that each game will be entertaining for the fans, and we're counting on the Larxian people to travel to the World Cup and support us from the stands. Pray for the cup, and you shall have the cup." 
I'll soon be travelling with the team and will report under the FFL banner for the duration of the World Cup.
Maybe I'll also get a chance to meet His Highness, King Maddy IV and thank him for the interest he has taken in promoting the sports in Larxia. It can very well be seen in the low obesity rates in Larxia that people are taking up physical activities in one form or another.
 

16 February 1421
His majesty with the pleasure of opening the first Youth Football Academy in Arifiyyah.

The academy is located close to the Medina Arif National Stadium. The academy is named as the Youth Orangutan Football Academy. 

More than 100 participants registered to join this academy.
"We hope this academy can bring together world-class football players." His Majesty said.

May 3, 1420
8:00 AM International Atomic Time / 9:00 AM Over Time
Giovannia Capital City, Giovanniland 
Amore Gile Abrente, the Prime Minister of Giovanniland, had just woken up in her home at the Violet Palace government building. She knew it was going to be a busy day, because she had called for an emergency session with all 500 members of the Senate in order to discuss the Zoranian Civil War. This power is granted to the Prime Minister by the Constitution, although it was only used for extraordinary occasions. Of course, a civil war within one of Giovanniland's closest neighbors was enough of a reason to call an emergency session, and most parliament members did not object to the decision done a day earlier. Said session was scheduled to start exactly two hours later.
May 3, 1420
10:00 AM International Atomic Time / 11:00 AM Over Time
Giovannia Capital City, Giovanniland 
The emergency session started with a speech by the Speaker Aurelio Quavilla from the Partito Labrista. "Ladies and gentlemen in this Parliament, this is one of the darkest hours for modern Auran history," said Aurelio while leaders of all six parties gathered their own members. "Zoran has been thrown into a civil war that has dealt many casualties and suffering to the Zoranian people. As you know, Giovanniland is a close ally to the former Zoranian government, called the Grand Defense Council, and this can be seen by the Trade Agreement signed in order to improve both nations' economies. However, it brings me no joy to remind you the very GDC has committed a war crime towards its own people by the bombing of Zoradia, the capital city of Zoran. This has led to the death of innocent civilians! As a country that strongly defends human rights, Giovanniland cannot accept that, and it is my hope that every representative in this room agrees." He then gave the floor to the Deputy Speaker, Elisabette Martino-Treboni from the Partito Soquale-Verde.
"The decision made by us today holds utmost importance and could even affect the outcome of the Zoranian Civil War," continued Elisabette. "We must support one of the other three factions in this war or continue supporting the GDC if a majority so chooses. Though I must remind you about the importance of the environment, welfare and democracy—the pillars of our Giovannilandian government—and advise you to think about each faction's commitment to uphold these values. The GDC is no longer worthy of support from Giovanniland after their war crimes, and the Theocrats have lost most of their support after the Divine Shaman's speech denouncing said faction. The Corporates, however, are the biggest threat to Aura given their endless goal of earning more profit. It seems to me that our only choice is to support the Monarchist faction, given their support from nations such as Saint Mark and their military strength possibly capable of defeating the Corporates." 
She briefly stopped in order to move on and explain the official voting procedures: "It's worth noting that my speech is only a recommendation, and you are free to cast your vote according to your own beliefs and opinions. After all, we have the commitment to maintain a free and fair democracy in Giovanniland. There will be one hour of discussion between each party's respective members following this speech. Afterwards, a vote will be held and whichever faction achieves the most votes among our 500 senators will then earn the support of the Giovannilandian government," Elisabette finished.
After the affirmative result of switching support to the Monarchists was known, PM Amore Gile Abrente arrived into the room and announced, "Thank you to everyone for voting in this important decision for the future of Aura. Our recognition and any support given to the official Zoranian government shall be switched from the GDC to the Monarchists, and later proposals may increase Giovannilandian support whether militarily or by other means. I reiterate that this decision was made by the Giovannilandian people through our representatives in their best interest for our nation. Given there's nothing else to discuss, I declare this Emergency Session closed." The Prime Minister then went back to her official residence in order to coordinate various domestic and external affairs including ones related to the Zoranian Civil War, convinced that this was the best decision to take for Giovanniland, Zoran and Aura.