LuckNES2: The Fatal Balance

Update 7
Year 1821


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Non Military Events:


Out of its sleep Ireland finds itself needing change, many reforms are set out as a new President by the name of Edmund Kennedy. Reforms changing laws of child labor and mysteriously as many large plantation owners die out or are arrested, the plantations themselves come into the hands of the government. The poor people love the changes while they do not understand the changes. Power is consolidated to the President and the government and the poor only see the increase of food as good, not the problems they will have to face for the food. A major draft is sent out gaining many men to join the navy and armed forces as ships and weapons are bought from England. Something odd the people also let this slide. The new found military power brings the declaration of war on Loyalist France, which the people cheer for but are concerned because the French gave them independence. -see military events

Portugal continues its expansion of living and education standards. Increasing the over all morale of the populace. A census is carried out throughout the Empire as well as one can be. Showing the numbers of people and the calculations of what the tax rates of different zones should be. Increasing the economic income of the country through taxes while keeping the taxes relatively low.

The United Kingdom also works on education and research means as the three great universities under her control Lima, Cambridge and Oxford work together with exchanges of Professors and students to freshen up ideas. New rifle designs also pop up as the development of the Rifled barrels and rifled bullets increase. Nothing completely developed yet however. In Australia the continued economic boom bring Brisbane up as an important port city for the British Empire. Poorer immigrants move here to start farms for relatively cheap compared to the south and work begins on road networks between the two cities to keep over land trade open and to harness the full benefits of the Southern Boom in the ports of the North. In Peru after the signing of the treaty the Peruvian Empire is disbanded for a more suitable smaller country named the Republic of Peru. Nearly all of the old lands of Peru are lost to the British in the treaty, the British do help the Peruvians set up the new country and aid them economically. The British armed forces begin modernization of organization of the ranks. Increasing the efficiency of the armies.

Republican France continues to spread words against the Loyalist French forces as the GDR feeds it supplies.

Spain continues to use is supply depots and propaganda against France as the victories roll in.

Loyalist France continues to fall apart as the war wages on.

In the Republic of Sweden-Norway the economic rebuilding of the country goes along well as many new industrial complexes are built up along with road and port systems. The military is not of their concern anymore as peace and wealth is the only issues they focus on. Three new economic centers arise during this rebuilding. Emphasizing on metal and fishing industries. Mining is becoming an ever growing industry in Sweden-Norway and they fuel the iron needs of Europe.

The completion and integration of Rifled Muskets in the GDR is completed as development comes to an end over what was a multi year effort. Similar in design to the Louisianan rifles they are easy to produce and ultimately help in victory in France. Power in the government is centralized away from the three Kaisers and towards the Parliament. Making it strong with Grand Chancellor at the helm. Celebration erupts throughout the Empire as victory is on the horizon and the economy is recovering.

In Italy as peace with Ottomans is secured and France is falling things begin to go peaceful and back to non wartime production. Work on infrastructure damaged in the war continues throughout the year.

The creation of the Kingdom of Serbia and the Republic of Greece are apart of the treaty with the Ottomans as peace in the Balkans finally comes.

Russian economic rebuilding during war time boosted its over all industrial base, creating a sort of vacuum for economic growth. Easily making them have the highest or nearly the highest industrial base of any country. Including Louisianan and Germany the current leaders of the mark. Technological advances much like Germany continue into Russia. Rifled Muskets and Artillery are placed into use. They now post treaty control much of the Balkans area with Serbia, ran by a Russian Prince and also directly under the control of Russia. Russia jumps from a few years ago being a economic back water to a economic powerhouse with tech to rival that of any country. Only issues that remain are living standards and education and infrastructure.

Japan itself begins economic growth and continues trade with Louisianan which increases its tech level on all fronts. Parades for the Emperor are held.

In Canada the growth of not only the economy but mainly the education system expands. A huge university is built in Toronto bringing lots of jobs and many thinkers to the area. The head professors work with counterparts in Louisianan to further develop technologies. Railroad technologies are furthered greatly as years of research have brought about the correct blue prints for larger scale engines. Rail ways mainly in the Montreal area running to the Atlantic and all around the great lakes are built or begun to be built. Tracks are planned to be build into Louisianan within the coming years as the tech advances and the use of railroads increases. The school system expansion also brings the expansion of road networks along the southern parts of Canada from Quebec to Vancouver these roads expand. Wagons of goods travel across the landscape. Artic expeditions of research claim mainly islands in the artic for Canada and parts of Greenland. Also bringing back furs of seals and polar bears. Interest peaks in animals in the education system as research and books are printed involving the anatomy and characteristics of animals and the similarities with other animals.

The former Empire of Louisianan, greatly expanded its borders and military forces. Economic and Technological advancement beyond many other countries in the world. Time for change had come however as the territories could not be ruled solely by French monarchs and the ideas of the former nations of DRA and NEF were still fresh in the minds., The idea was submitted by the Emperor himself, a new federal republic system would be installed. The idea spread and was widely excepted mainly by the former countries of Mexico and the English Alliance countries. Who were already use to the republic system. Since it was the Emperors idea in the first place he willingly steps down from office and relinquishes all his former titles. To live the rest of his life in wealth and be known as a truly great man. Continued encouragement of settlement and immigration to different areas of the country help this along as many towns grow large. A state system is setup and each state similar to the USA of OTL are sovereign but with limited power. A committee is established to make the constitution and one of the members of that committee eventually becomes the first President of the new Federated States of America. Continued exploration of technology along with Canadian help give many new ideas light and work begins to explore these ideas. (+ Civilian Leadership)



Military Events:

We shall begin the military events with the newly formed Irish Military. Joining the war against Loyalist France and attacks on their said colonies take place. The west African colonies of Loyalist France are undefended mainly and cooperative invasions by the UK and Ireland destroy them completely. Ireland also invades Benin and Gao with ease promising wealth and leadership to warlords of the areas. The battles are short and victory for both the British and the Irish comes in days.

(-1 Division Britain, -2 Divisions Ireland, -Gao and Benin as countries)

Within the following months Irish forces arrive at Brunei and take over the country. Soon followed by an attack on Nam Viet which is bloody but a victory none the less. South Viet is taking completely but surrender has yet to come.

(-2 Divisions Ireland, -1 Muiri Marine Division Ireland, - Brunei as nation, -6 Divisions Nam Viet,- 15 Squadrons Nam Viet)

The British and German forces join up to fight the French colonies on the Horn of Africa and Madagascar. They expect much more resistance than they get. Little is lost in this operation as it is mostly walking in and claim land. Several hundred men die of malaria however. The GDR even gains the lands in south America from France with ease. Handed over by the people who surrender.

In Europe however things went far worse for the Germans. Not nearly as deadly as the years previous and with the French nearly completely defeated the Spanish, Republican French and Germans invade from every angle possible assaulting with better weaponry and larger numbers. It isn’t long before the lines break and all fronts move against the French. Heavy casualties throughout France as the first counsel makes mistake after mistake sending wave after wave of his soldiers into cannon fire. Losing more men than previously. Some say he went mad with defeat and his men turning on him. Yet many fight on for him in southern France and the final battle is not fought by the Germans but the Spanish. The Battle of Montpellier. Three divisions of Spanish forces marched against the remaining mixed forces of the French who had dug in. The battle raged for days as the Spanish crept slowly towards victory. Eventually the First Counsel is killed by Spanish artillery and his men surrender. June 2nd, better known by the Spanish as Victory over France day. The following months were tough as it was hard for the victors to choose who gets what. Eventually the lines were drawn up with Republican France having a limited military and getting most of Southern France. With its capital based in Limoges . These are only post war quick answers changes are predicted to be made by the victors.

(-12 Divisions GDR, -3 Squadrons GDR, -2 Divisions Republican France, -9 Divisions Spain, -1 Division Italy, -Loyalist France as independent nation)

Note: The signing of peace with the Ottomans led the previous planned invasion by GDR obsolete and it was not carried out.






Spotlight:

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Unification of India and the Blood of the British



To begin it must be known that after the British in India many words for unification were thrown around mainly by Mysore. Afghanistan and Punjab were not so easily in tuned to unify at first until economic efforts by Mysore to better said countries were carried out. The people understood the ideals of a Greater Indian Empire with a constitution for equal rights and the like but they saw no way to carry it out. Tipu Sultan offered many ideas. One of which finally was put into circulation. His idea shown below were the basis for this final constitution.

Tipu Sultans Idea said:
1. The establishment of a constitutional government founded upon the principles of separation of powers and personal liberty
2. The reorganization of the military and the civil service
3. The elimination of corrupt military and bureaucratic elements, and military and civil service reform
4. Industrialization, economic reform, and foreign investment
5. The extension of full rights and personal liberties to all citizens, including ethnic minorities

The ideas were put into practice and the other ideas developed by the parties involved were carried out. Karachi was formed into a great port city as apart of the unification deal with Afghanistan. Mughal joined because of being under Mysorean control the entire time and Punjab joined with other economic efforts. Soon the new Empire was developing. Eventually the Bill of Rights was created.

Bill of Rights said:
1. All Citizens shall be afforded equal protection under the Law, regardless
of Race, Religion, Ethnicity or Gender provided they swear the oath of fealty.
2. All Citizens shall have the right to petition their Government and receive due process of the law.
3. All Citizens shall have the right to freely practice their religion.
4. The right of Suffrage, for those to whom it is legally extended, shall
not be abridged. (Specifically referring to males, 21 years of age)
5. All Citizens accused of crimes shall have recourse to a fair and timely
trial by law, and no citizen shall be held for extended periods of time
without formal accusation being brought against them.
6. The Houses of Parliament and the Emperor shall make no law violating, restricting, or abridging the above-stated rights unless in times of emergency.

This sealed and locked the unification process. Shortly after the reforms and unification military goals were set with the unified military. Ottoman Empire was a lost cause as an ally and the area of Bandar-e-Abbas was seized by Afghani armies while Burma and Pondicherry (French City) where invaded by forces of the Mysorean armies. Complete victory was at hand. Then came word that the Germans had planned to capture Pondicherry as they finished off the French, tensions were raised but nothing came of it in the end. Then the British came, something the Indians had prepared for but did not know when it would come. They came with a huge invasion force eager to gain back the Indian sub-continent for the vast resources it holds. Shortly after the invasion took place in several key areas most of which were well fortified by Indian forces but beachheads were made. The Tipu Sultan was assassinated. Infuriating the population causing hundreds of thousands of militia to rise up to fight the British. Though the British made landings and had numerical advantages they lost in many areas. Most notably southern Indian and the march to Bangalore. The landing at Bombay was successful and soon British redirected forces there to march inland and break out into the interior. Sikh forces arrived to fight them but were out gunned and out classed. The Bloodiest part of this Campaign was the British march to Hyderabad, they met in combat and were staled by 400,000 Indian mixed forces. Several key battles took place around and in Hyderabad the city itself fell no less than three times in one month. The British had the man power but not the man power the Indians were using. The invasion at Pondicherry failed out right as the Indian soldiers in the area held tight onto the city. Indian unification brought more soldiers and higher morale to the entire population than the British had ever thought.

The break out armies from Bombay headed south again to try and take out Bangalore. This once again fails as forces that were sent to Burma are redirected to counter the British offensive. Halting it. The British make another landing Ahmadabad which is far more successful and they cut north and then east to cut off new troops from Afghanistan. The another landing at Calcutta is also successful and takes much of the lands around that area however the British colony in the south is taken by Indian forces as apart of the retaliation. All fronts push forward but the Indians fight hard to keep the interior of India safe. Great Generals of Mysore lead attacks to retake Calcutta and Bombay but cannot get into the areas their own forts work against them. The forts are saviors in many areas of death traps in others the Indian army gets no break. Many new fort liens are dug in the south to hold back the British as well near Calcutta. The Battle to take back India has begun at the same time that India battles to keep itself alive.

(-46 Divisions Britain, -2 Squadrons Britain, -40 Divisions India, -30 Militia Divisions India, -3 Cushoons India, - 12 Squadrons India)

ooc:

this update seemed sloppy to me, I also got very few orders in. :(
 
Hahahh fools...thank you Britian for completley and strongly unifying all of India behind me agianst you...
 
Nice update.

Completely wrong on predictions, but meh.
 
Good Update
Eire Rising​

President William McSinton had died at the age of 78, still in office after being elected in 1801. He had been the only President Ireland had ever known. And he was dead. On the other hand, the office of the Taoiseach, the Prime Minister, changed usually every 2-4 years. In the last election, covered little in the rest of Europe, the rural Irishmen rose up, and elected the National Populist Ráth Party to a large number of the parliment seats. This becomes important because of who the Ráth Party elected as Taoiseach.

He was a young populist, a firebrand demegogue who rose to prominance with his Ráth Party. His name was Edmund Kennedy. His way with words, combined with his parties popular platform of Irish Nationalism and help for the poor masses quickly help buoy his party to the top. He took the position of Taoiseach at the ripe age of 32, and never looked back.

And then McSinton died, and the first real race for the Presidency occured. Edmund traveled his country and spoke to people not only about his dreams, but theirs as well. He ran for an "For an Eire that Matters". He ran for an Ireland that wouldn't be ignored by the world and an Eire that wouldn't ignore its own citiziens. He spoke of property reformation, of food, of colonies, of a say that mattered. He spoke of a realignment from France to England, and a reconciliation with the Pope. He was Catholic, he was Irish, he was Proud. He was the perfect combination.

It came as a surprise to many when he won by so much though. In a field of 12 candidates, he received 70% of the vote. The peasents finally came out to the polls. After taking office, he came to the stage to announce his intentions to the world.

"I stand before you here today to announce, nay to Herald, the beginning of a new Eirian Era. No longer shall we be forgotten, no longer shall we be ignored. No, we shall take our rightful place in this world. We shall defend freedom, spread republicanism, and rekindle the age of the Irish. But to do this, we must reverse our past mistakes.

Domestically, I would like to make announcements and promises. In order to carry out my agenda, nay, the People's Agenda, and in order to bring Glory and Honor to Eire, I am announcing I will not resign my position as Taoiseach. Instead, I am using my legal authority to combine the Presidency and the Taoiseachship into the Office of the Feidhmeannach. This does nothing except for make our Government more effiencent. With that I'm announcing severak reforms. I pledge to break up the land monopolies that choke you, by any means required. I pledge to pass the Agricultural Act, which will give good to every Catholic Irishman, and diversify our economy. I pledge to pass the Industrial Act, to outlaw Child and Women labor in Factories, to create more jobs, and to create a better Eire. I promise to push through the Good Catholic Act, to put our fate in the hands of the faithful. I announce my plan to create the Eire Oceanic Trading Company, to revitalize our economy. I promise to alliviate your pain, and your hardship. All I ask in return is loyalty and patriotism. But there is news even greater, for now Eire matters.

I announce to you today that Old France is no longer our allly, nor our friend. They never where, only using us as a piece in their balance of power puzzle. Today, we go to war against the Old French, to defend the new French. Today, we reconcile with the Pope, His Holiness Pius IV. Today, we side with Britain, and we take a joint effort in the dominance of the Isles. Today, we form and elite group of warriors and peacekeepers, of soldiers and peacemakers. I announce the Muirí Corps, elite soldiers who will defend Ireland from within, and without. Today, we expand our Navy to meet the demands of a Modern world. Today, we form a Home Guard to defend our shores, and a Foreign Force, to liberate others. This forces, made of Volunteers who will serve and protect, are an integral part to our foreign policy. Today, and Tommorow, and the Next Day we set sail to find and found colonies in the name of Eire. Irishmen, today, EIRE RISES!!!!"
 
Lucky, I promised to rejoin when I had time. I do have time for a small role. I am now the Republic of Greece.

Very Nice Update
 
Don't be so hard on yourself, Lucky. It was a nice update, not your fault that there were no truly epic wars in it. Short updates doesn't necessarily mean bad updates. This one was just fine. As for number of posts between updates, most diplo is bound to take place off-thread at this stage of the game, no one wants their plans out in the public. ;)

Oh, and much as it pains me to say, Iceland should be British according to the old peace treaty:
Spoiler map from treaty :
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But maybe me and Perfectionist can come to some agreement there. :)
 
Thanks and I will let you guys work that one out before I change the map. I really am so lazy I don't want to edit then re upload the map again.
 
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Greater Indian Empire flag

“This is not the end” Fateh Haider said “A year ago, the British entered our lands. They came as thieves and conquerors. They saw an Empire at peace and mistook the strength of our convictions for frailty of arms, the wisdom of compromise for the timidity of cowards.” Kramaurad gazed over the vast sea of faces in the open plaza of the people who had come to hear him speak.

“They attacked without provocation or mercy, killing thousands of our citizens, enslaving our cities. They believed we would be easily defeated because they believed we would yield without a fight. They were wrong” he paused

“We have fought at Bombay, we have fought at Calcutta, we have fought at Ahmedabad, we have fought at Bangalore, and we have fought in the Deccan. We have fought the enemy from the southern ghats to the eastern jungles. We have lost untold numbers. But we are still fighting. We are still here!” he roared holding up his fist "The British murdered my father, a most noble and glourious man. All his life he tought nothing of himself, his goal in life was to see India. A great, and free India. United, free from hatred. free from poverty, free from war. My father will not live to see his dream come into reality but his dream lives among us! Among the people of India!" he roared

“Soon the enemy will be upon us, in our cities, in our home. To all of you I say the same thing. Keep fighting. For the Muslims I proclaim Jihad! Holy War, endless struggle against the British infidel who stain our lands, and affront the will of Allah. We will wage Jihad until none of the white men remain alive in our lands! For the Hindus I ask you to follow your dharana. Your holy duty according to your religon. In the Baghavad Gita you are asked to do your duty to you King, your country and your family. And I ask this of you now. Take up arms and fight the British!"

“This is not the end. We have won many great victories in this war. We have prevailed against these enemies before. We have fought the British six times and defeated them each time. Each time they attacked, each time they provoked us, and each time they were defeated. This is a war we know how to win. Keep fighting until you can fight no longer, then exhaust the enemy chasing you, and then turn around and fight some more. Keep fighting. I promise you and we will prevail."

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Fateh Haider first son of Tipu Sultan rallying his army on the battlefield
 
“National emergency!” the cry broke through the brooding silence of Bangalore.

Citizens scrambled out of their homes and gathered at the walls along the streets where massive papers had been posted.

"Great Patriotic War!” proclaimed the headline. “Males aged 16-40 are called up for combat ! It is your duty to defend the Motherland from the invaders! Jihad has been declared! Fulfil your dharna! The enemy will be defeated by the sledgehammer of the mighty Imperial Indian Army! Join today and fight for the Motherland! Attack now and give them no rest or pity! Kill the enemy wherever they stand! Remeber Tipu the Tiger!

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The crowd murmured quietly at first, and then gradually louder and louder as men steeled their resolve and women begged them against rash action.

The scene was repeated in cities and towns throughout India. The recruitment offices were flooded with volunteers, as millions of men signed up to defend the Motherland from invaders.
 
The evening sun glinted off the weapons and cannons of the assembled soldiers. Row after row, rank after rank of men assembled in the massive square in front of the Imperial Palace in Delhi. The banners held by the various divisions fluttered in the light breeze of the pleasant evening. Against this as a backdrop was massive temple and mosque.

Fateh Haider stepped out of the Imperial Place and inhaled the fresh air deeply. Truly this was a fine day! A day that would always be remembered.

“Men of India!” he roared causing the soldiers to snap to attention. “This is a great day in the history of our nation! A day that will echo through the ages. India is strong! Yes it is strong prosperous and powerful. However all is not well. For we are threatened! British! Slavering stinking, marauding British! They surround us! They gaze upon our riches, our glory, our power with envy, and covet our position! They will fall upon the walls of Delhi and Bangalore, raping, looting, pillaging! They will take our treasure, kill our children, and carry off our womenfolk! India is the light of the subcontinent! The light in a dark world! India has prospered and grown, and strengthened something that the arrogant British never thought possible of us. Well we have proved them wrong!

“You all know me. I am an Indian of the old style. I believe in discipline, dignity, honor, and above all duty just like my great father did before me who now watches over us from heaven and guides us. Remember always the words of my illustrious father."

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"It is far better to live like a lion for a day than to live like a jackal for a hundred years"-Tipu Sultan

"We fellow men of India have a duty. A duty to defend our civilization and Motherland with our lives. We have a destiny. A great destiny to prosper and be free of the British forever! That is why I have called you here today men of India! It is time to do your duty! For we must fight! We must fight the British and drive them out of India forever. No we must take up the banner, the sword, the gun, and the cannon and prepare to embrace our destiny!”

Massive and thundering cheers broke out from the assembled men, the noise was deafening. The generals began leading their forces out of the gate. Fateh Haider watched as the long lines of brave soldiers marched from the city under the Imperial banner to wage war against Britain.


OOC:

lurker's comment: @Silver; needs a bigger swastika

That would look bad. Right now its a nice blending of Sikh, Afghan, and Mysorean flags and/or seals in addition with the martial symbol of the Indian army. The swastika represents good luck.
 
lurker's comment: So you don't want good luck? :p Also, are you sure you want LATIN characters on a flag of what is essentially an anti-European rebellion? :p
 
urker's comment: So you don't want good luck? Also, are you sure you want LATIN characters on a flag of what is essentially an anti-European rebellion?

I prefer astethics. Also there are no Latin characthers? The double headed eagle is Gaurda, the veichle of the the Hindu god Vishnu worshipped by Mysore. The double headed eagle is present is the seal of the Wodeyar dynasty and it is widely displayed throughout Mysore Palace.

And my Empire isn't a rebellion, it was established a few turns ago, formerly known as Mysore. I liberated India from the British and unfied it. Now Britian has invaded India again, and they will be crushed in short order.
 
Sorry, we seem to be talking about the wrong flags; just noticed the second one. And the double-headed eagle is copied straight from the Albanian flag; don't pretend it isn't, I've been copying it myself on many occasions, its really nice.

And it still sounds like a rebellion to me. :p
 
And the double-headed eagle is copied straight from the Albanian flag; don't pretend it isn't, I've been copying it myself on many occasions, its really nice.

Yeah cuz I can't find a Guaruda version of the double headed eagle so the Albanian one will have to do.

And it still sounds like a rebellion to me

Well its not, its a well established Empire.
 
Well its not, its a well established Empire.

Its not well established if it was established less than a year ago. It still may fall apart as spontaneously as it first appeared; that is the fate of most such empires, you know.
 
Its not well established if it was established less than a year ago. It still may fall apart as spontaneously as it first appeared; that is the fate of most such empires, you know.

Technically its 4 diffrent Empires, Sultanates, and Khanates that unifed to form one Empire. The beuracracy is good regardless as is nationalisim. The British invasion gives me the perfect thing to unify the people against a foregin and external enemy, who has always been much hated and who we have fought 6 wars against in the past. In fact it can even be said that the British invasion is helpful to me in ensuring the sucess and unity of my Empire.
 
Technically its 4 diffrent Empires, Sultanates, and Khanates that unifed to form one Empire.

That makes things worse - four different political traditions, hard to integrate properly, likely regionalism after the first wave of enthusiasm and success recedes. Not to say that it can't work - it will simply be very difficult to sustain for the first few turns, or should be, anyway.

In fact it can even be said that the British invasion is helpful to me in ensuring the sucess and unity of my Empire.

Its too early to speak about success; the war is only beginning, and you don't even control all of India, with some of the richest regions still in British hands.
 
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