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"Operation: Divine Wrath"
SIC: Meanwhile in Uikastan, the Sovern government has secretly established a tight system of connections in the country - paving a way to assassinate their assassinate their current leader named "Hadas".
The mission was set in full motion the moment information was gathered that Hadas will be presenting a speech to his subjects. Even though security was increased, Sovern was able to bypass their line of defense. It is was planned that once Hadas returns to his residence, he often conceals himself in his personal lounge. The guards at his residence have been taken out and replaced by operatives, tasked to monitor and report his whereabouts. The first phase of the mission was a success. The leader has been isolated to his lounge, and all of the exists were blocked by agents. There is no possible way for him to escape, and even if he attempted to flee, he could be easy captured.
After he settled himself, the operatives' mission went into the second phase. However, as it turns out he recruited additional personal guards, equipped with sub-standard weaponry. An alternative mission was set in motion, by poisoning his cocktail and arranging that one of his guards was responsible for the assassination. With the alternative mission in action, an operative disguised as a waiter gave Hadas the drink, but slightly distracting him by bringing his attention away from his drink to a light conversation. After a few minutes, the operative intentionally bumps into one of the guards, and slides the poison in his pocket. A smooth apology granted him a leeway, and the mission's new path proved to be a success. Within the hour, Hadas died from poisoning. Blame spread like wildfire, bring the guards to fire on each other. Any remaining guards were rushed by a proxy rebellion group that was stationed to act accordingly. Another operative was sent to confirm that the individual killed was indeed Hadas. He was able to escape the situation before the rebels could reach the private lounge. The genetic code was confirmed to be Hadas. This gave Sovern the census belli to dissolve the rebellion and establish a new government for the safeguard of the war front.
The new government was structured in a similar way Sovern's politics works. A Federation was implemented with the backing of a strict Constitution, that emphasized the freedom of its citizens, and its markets. The separation of Church and State was also a critical factor for the new government's function. An additional treaty was agreed on by Uikastan's new leadership and the Sovern government; paving way for Sovern to have more influence in commerce. In return, the Sovern government guaranteed the independence of Uikastan.
President Kirkiv was informed on the success of the liberation effort, and thus gives her a new notch in her belt.
The Southern Compromise
Emperor Thalik Beez IX. has offered the Grand State of Malulota a deal. If Berukio Imperiuk were to cede its southern province to Malulota, they would have to obey the following terms:
Establish a non-aggression pact, between Berukio Imperiuk and Malulota.
Withdraw forces from the Bay of Vesvin, and recognize it as a non-militarized zone.
Pay Berukio Imperiuk 1.2 billion Credits a year.
Compensate for all the damage Malulota, and Hunnack Orionus caused during their raid on Berukio Imperiuk during the Honorable War.
Cease all future claims on Berukio Imperiuk, and disband any current claims.
"The deal is obviously imbalanced. There are terms that I wish to implement in our deal. I will recognize all pre-existing terms you have already proposed, but on my conditions there are some details I want to include: First, I need to see exactly what you are ceding to me before I can agree. Secondly, I want an open trade deal between our two countries. Finally, once we have both agreed to what land you will cede to me, I need you to submit a picture of the settled territory to the Domestic Affairs Ministry so it can be official, documented, and undisputed. I also need you to also cede some northern territory to Hunnack Orionus, but that can be up to you how much you wish to give. If you can accept these terms then we may continue to the next steps of negotiation."
Here is the organized document:
"The terms, and the proposed territory is acceptable. Consider it a deal. I will make sure to submit the treaty to the Domestic Affairs Minister. I hope you wouldn't mind if I have a copy of the document to insure its existence is preserved. Thank you."
Berukio Imperiuk hopes that this may be proof to our openness. Would you consider extending the non-aggression pact to something more serious - such as forming an alliance?
"Since you've been very cooperative, I will consider your offer and get back to you about it at a later date."
A Malulotan-Tritran Parade
In celebration of Malulota and Tritra's testament to friendship, a joint-military parade was organized. The parade with feature a fleet from each nation, conducting military exercises from Dragon's Tail Straight, through the Plunder Sea, then they will be taking a curve around the Corsair Sea, and finally reaching Naval Fort Francelous in Solitude Isles. From that point, the same route will be used back to Malulota after spending a week conducting similar exercises in the Crowded Sea. Permission was granted by Solitude isles to park warships in a designated naval fort, and use their coastal waters to conduct exercises. Nations that reside around the Crowded Sea were informed prior to the exercises to insure that these activities are faithful to its contribution to the Lemurian War. It is renown that the Crowded Sea is famous for its deep water and access to a variety of coastal ranges.
IC: President Williams hears of the meeting between the Holy Barbarian Empire and Malulota. He is annoyed how once again Malulota is continuing to pester Volohk's ally the Holy Barbarian Empire for territory. About a week later he receives a phone call from one of Volohk's allies telling him about some sort of scheme Malulota has concocted to try and get territory out of the Holy Barbarian Empire as well as threaten Sovern.
The details of this scheme being that Malulota wanted to use Culof as a gateway to use Volohk against the Holy Barbarian Empire and Sovern.
The President is outraged that Malulota thinks it can use Volohk for such a stupid and petty thing. The outrage spreads across the nation as news of it is released to the public. President Williams makes a declaration in response:
"To the nation of Malulota.
Hunnack Orionus, Berukio Imperiuk, and Tritra may enjoy having your arm elbow deep in their ass so you can use and puppeteer them and steal their territory but you can't use Volohk. You cant use us!
We are tired of Malulota's pestering. That is why, unless the Holy Barbarian Empire desires to sell Malulota territory, Volohk will engage in military action against Malulota should it continue its pestering the Holy Barbarian Empire for territory.
To my fellow Barbarian nations. I would like to suggest joint military exercises between Culof, the Holy Barbarian Empire, Sovern, & Volohk in the interest of our joint defense from such annoyances.
I would also like to suggest the UNB Domestic Affairs Minister and the Holy Barbarian Empire establish a D.M.Z. along the Malulota-Holy Barbarian Empire border to put an end to these annoyances once and for all as well as to serve as a buffer zone between the two nations.
Lastly I suggest that the Holy Barbarian Empire join BITO to better insure its own defense.
Malulota needs to learn that territory does not make a nation great or powerful. History has shown us that the land hungry nations are usually in fact the weakest and remain that way so long as they let greed corrupt them. Be happy you have what you do and cease these annoyances once and for all. End your obvious scheming and "sneaking" around to get petty revenge against Sovern and the Holy Barbarian Empire. You're not good at it. Your trying to be subtle and make plots and conspiracies is like a bull in a china shop it's so painfully obvious. Besides that it's cowardly and dishonorable. Something I think a nation with your history should want to avoid. Plain and simple just grow up."
And with that President Williams steps down from the podium and the declaration broadcast ends.
In response to Volohk's broadcast, the Chancellor himself delivers his own message on the matter.
"I must say that I am incredibly disappointed in Volohk's leadership. They've stuck their neck out for a matter that have barely any knowledge on. You might have considered your allies' perspectives, but what about mine? You never asked about Malulota's side of the story; instead, you jumped to conclusions and thrown empty threats at us. Malulota has never used its military forces to acquire anything, nor used it as a tool to get what it wants. We don't have any forces stationed along the HBE-Malulota border, so why must there be any now?
In addition, Malulota and HBE have already agreed that we should wait to establish a trust, and then further negotiations could be pressed. You're way to late on the matter, and its case has already been closed. You're throwing your weight around on something that was already settled. But if you wish to insult us, and bring soldiers along our borders and cause tension, be the nation that has caused instability in Lower Barbaria. All Malulota has done is make friends, and now that's a crime?
So, go ahead. Place soldiers on our borders and ruin the peace we've tried to preserve. Never once has there been soldiers along our borders because Malulota trusts the HBE and only wish to be their friendly neighbor. Do it, and bring on fear and instability. Let's ruin the forests that our ancestors shared, and poison it with barricades and weapons. Show our children that freely play in the fields that innocence holds no bounds. Make our hard workers nervous with your readiness to kill. Because that's what civilized nations do right?
How can we try and build trust if we're going to resort to violence and fear?
In regards to this illusion that the rest of Barbaria seems to have made up in their minds, that Malulota has some sort of revenge against Sovern or the HBE. What point would there be to hold a grudge and make enemies. We know we can't compete against powers that are greater than us, so why resist? Malulota has nothing against anybody, unless you want there to be a problem. I am deeply saddened that you've created such a dirty image of us and call us conspirators and what not. Your demands were built on lies and fear, but if you want to ruin our land and relationships by putting up walls, then go ahead; crumble those bridges we're trying so hard to build. That's all I have to say about it. Thank you."
His Holiness responds, "I find it that Malulota has a point. We've already agreed to wait on the matter, and he didn't retaliate on the idea. Through communication we can eventually trust each other, and agree to each other's terms. Using militancy as a way to safeguard our sovereignty won't do much for gaining each other's trust. Instead of distributing resources and soldiers from the major war to a sliver of land is pointless and a waste. I do appreciate that you mean well to protect us, but the idea on militarizing our peaceful border doesn't make me comfortable. I am responsible for protecting my Holy Realm, not other nations. I do not need to be handled with care, because if the time comes when I have to defend myself, I can handle it on my own. Relying on others just shows weakness, and I am not weak. There will be no DMZ of any kind, because the border was already agreed to be de-militarized. I frown on your ignorance, and maybe I should review your place in the Holy Land's affairs. If Volohk continues to instigate anymore tensions between the Holy Barbarian Empire and Malulota, than I am not sure we can continue to have faith in you."
"With Culof's involvement in this escalation, I must say that you should have came to me first on this matter. If Malulota has referenced me of any kind, or mention topics that involve the Holy Land; you should have brought this to me as it is my business, instead of leaving me in the dark. I may have to consider suspending the canal project until my neighbors can prove to me that they can communicate and resort to more peaceful measures. It wouldn't hurt my realm economically if the canal project were to mysterious cease to exist. If anything, it will save me the hassle on having to deal with belligerents. Much for conspiracies and paranoia. I must say you've all pissed me off!"
"In the meantime, I suggest you all learn from this matter and leave me the hell alone. I will ponder if I should continue the canal project, or even presume my business with foreigners. Good day to you all!"
President Ion makes his point on the Floor. "Tritra will not tolerate insolence or insults. By threatening a fellow ally and branding Tritra's great name with such a disgusting example, we will no longer continue trade with Volohk. Consider all exchanges and agreements cancelled."
Felix Muiv, Domestic Affairs Minister of the UNB, will not establish a DMZ if the Holy Barbarian Empire is not comfortable with it, if they believe they can defend themselves without the assistance of the UTF, then there is no point in pushing the objective. In addition, its claimed that the border is already de-militarized, so there is no point in getting involved. However, I will monitor the activity in the area, and take responsibility for the security of Lower Barbaria. I suggest that instead of pointing fingers at each other, we should redirect that energy into working together. It is pointless to divide ourselves.
IC: After think for some time on what President Williams said the Kaiser makes his remarks.
"First off it feels that many of the responses are in such a way that they make it seem like Volohk is demanding these changes be done. When in fact they are suggestions. Suggestions I think may do good if implemented. But just as Volohk knows, hence why they are suggestions, it is all up to the Holy Barbarian Empire if such things occur.
I also cant blame Volohk for its reaction. Both I and President Kirkiv of Sovern saw the missive that described this plot and if it is true which it looks like it may be then I say bad form on Malulota. I also cant blame Volohk as nobody likes to be used. And if such a plot of usage of nations is true then it would certainly seem like the nations giving up all their blood and treasure to Malulota were being nothing but puppets in such a situation.
At the end of it all Volohk got evidence of a disturbing plot that would have used his nation as a weapon to bring harm to his allies. He acted quickly after all who knows if time was of the essence or not. Some might say that Volohk has some investment in the Holy Barbarian Empire anyway. As he did grant the Holy Barbarian Empire the right to share in some vacant territory between them.
But once again it is up to the Holy Barbarian Empire to make the choice. Whatever choice the make I and I'm sure Volohk as well will support it."
IC: "If you want to do that then that's fine with us. No skin off our backs. We traded with you as a favor from Vostag for you. If you wish to end trade then that is your right under the RoN."
"Exactly. Was not demanding anything. All up to Holy Barbarian Empire.
I merely found out another nation was trying to use Volohk and its allies against each other. I do not tolerate that. Volohk never has. Some may not trust the source of this information but I trust my allies at their word so I believe it. I feel information about this plot regardless of how reliable it is needs to be made public so that nations may be able to make their own conclusions.
Some nations may not like the words used to describe them and to that I simply say toughen up buttercup. Barbaria has never been a place for snowflakes. If a nation gets that outraged over some creative use of language then there must be some truth in those words that is subconciously known in the mentioned nation.
Volohk calls em like we see em. We did the same thing when every nation was chugging the Sovern Syndicalist Punch and we're doing it again now. Our brutal honesty hasnt been proven wrong yet and Volohk stands by its word.
Volohk's declaration to use force should Malulota or any nation continue pestering our ally of the Holy Barbarian Empire still stands as is accorded under our alliance. That is all."
With the help of the Domestic Affairs Minister, His Holiness was able to transcribe a treaty proposal for Malulota in regards to the exchange of territory and integrity. The following terms are non-negotiable for either side:
Chancellor Astrian Oliserian complies with the terms of the treaty, and is willing to submit the telegram you've mentioned on the RMB by my choice alone:
To whom this may concern,
I, Chancellor Astrian Oliserian of Malulota, wish to propose a trade agreement with Culof. We are willing to export to you titanium, tungsten, crude oil, silver, strontium, and automobile to Culof, and in exchange we will accept the following imports: weaved baskets and textiles.
In addition, we would like to formulate a non-aggression pact with you. The Holy Barbarian Empire has withdrawn all efforts in maintaining a relationship with Malulota, and I believe that he withdrawal to communication is going to tip the scales of balance in Lower Babaria, would you consider working with me and probably involve Volohk in some sort of agreement that would create a multi-national non-aggression pact?
Volohk and Malulota do not have a lot in common, and I think that if we establish some sort of friendship, Culof could act as a third party to a treaty I can assemble with Volohk. I think that if Malulota and Volohk form some sort of peaceful arrangement, there won't be so much tension in the region. I have no desire to go to war with anyone and I only want peace. I know that at some point we'd share Sovern as a common adversary, so I can understand he doesn't want a lot of nations making ripples in the Crowded Sea, and I want the same for the Sea of Vez, which I consider a very important front for trade. If you have an idea on how we can formulate this sort of deal please let me know and I will arrange a summit with Culof and Volohk in the near future so we can discuss our affairs.
Sincerely,
Chancellor of Malulota,
Since Culof's telegram perfectly matches that of Malulota's, I can easily say that this telegram is verified under the Domestic Affairs Ministry. How anyone else interprets is up to them, but from my perspective it would seem that there was some sort of misunderstanding, and the confusion caused a bit of trouble for everyone. I suggest that instead of indirectly relying on someone to settle international disputes, a more direct and honest approach should be handled. If Malulota wanted to create a multi-national non-aggression pact, then instead of going to Culof first, you should have went straight to Volohk on the matter, since it involves him. Volohk isn't some scary bear that'll tear your limbs off if you approach him, and if you wanted a third party, that is what I am here for. No one did anything wrong, but as the Domestic Affairs Minister, I should suggest that you should adhere to my advise the next time you want to work something out with someone.
With the telegram verified, we can continue the diplomatic process and begin the second phase of the negotiation. I will send Malulota a telegram featuring the land His Holiness wishes to grant him in exchange for the remaining terms. Once its confirmed, the picture will be added to the treaty and we can finally sign it.
Along the Malulotan-Norman, Chancellor Astrian signs the document, and shakes hands with His Holiness. Afterwards, he holds a press conference with the presence of the Pope.
"Today will be written in history as a landmark event for Malulotan unification. Finally, after all these years, we are together under one dominion, and one flag. Our flag. We can end the suffering, and the tension, by coming together as a nation, and as a community. We can rest the weary, and preserve the peace in Lower Barbaria. I understand that it has been hard for everyone, but with what we have accomplished, there won't be no more suffering. Thank you."
Sovern reinforcements have been dispatched.
OCC: Does anyone want to incorporate Honk Knoh as a subject or be under some sort of sphere of influence because I need someone to protect me, in exchange we can offer something. Let me know on here though.
Im interested
"All Hail the Hedran Crown"
Today marks the anniversary of Honk Knoh's protectorate status under the Crown of Hedra. This has inspired moralists and Hedran-backed politicians to begin a crusade against organized crime, and devote a monument to Hedra's influence over the Honk Knoh region. A fireworks display brought in the colors of the festival, through caravans of traveling merchants, and Hedran-inspired fashion. At the end of the festival, the Hedran anthem was sung by a famous Honk Knoh celebrity. When the Hedran flag rose on the pole, every resident respectfully bowed to its presence. They preached in unison, "All Hail the Hedran Crown".
King Arthur Wolfgang I sends a gift to the current leader of Honk Knoh. He sends one of the documents signed by King Benjamin I and Honk Knoh’s important political figures in 1949 that declared that Honk Knoh had ceased to be a colony and now became a protectorate.
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