Multipolarity IV Game Thread

[Tyo]

It is not attacking Scandinavian independence nor rights as a nation. If you feel our actions are an affront to your interests that is your own independent problem and not directly concerning to the actual people of Scandinavia nor her defensive allies. New England is not a Scandinavian protectorate. As far as international law is concerned, an attack on New England is not an attack on Scandinavia. You're just taking it as one.

 

[Mosher]

It is not attacking Scandinavian independence nor rights as a nation. If you feel our actions are an affront to your interests that is your own independent problem and not directly concerning to the actual people of Scandinavia nor her defensive allies. New England is not a Scandinavian protectorate. As far as international law is concerned, an attack on New England is not an attack on Scandinavia. You're just taking it as one.

An attack on the PSA will be considered an act of war against Iceland-Norway as we are guaranteeing their independence. As significant amounts of Icelandic Krone have been invested into the PSA, an invasion or secession of PSA territory to Chicago will result in Chicago having illegal control over Icelandic property and interests, which can and will be considered an invasion of Icelandic sovereignty. An invasion of Icelandic sovereignty is, indeed, an invasion, which will oblige our allies to come to our defense.

The wisest solution here, Chicago, is to focus your efforts on a nation not directly related to Icelandic national interest. A lone and rabidly Stalinist nation will not survive long butting its head against the rest of the world.

 

[Tani Coyote]

Tensions Between Humans and Non-Humans On the Rise

The Union of Nations wishes to report that there are currently two motions within the Union of Nations, both struggling to redefine the Union.

The Emperor of China-Japan has sponsored a resolution that would take advantage of the UN Charter's language and expel non-human UN members, such as the 501st, Leth Confederacy and Hummel. While it only requires a simple majority, the Leth have vetoed the resolution, requiring two-thirds to pass.

The General Secretary has countered by proposing an amendment to the Union Charter that would redefine all "human" sections of UN law with "sapient" so as to include any intelligence species and not just homo sapiens sapiens.

The UN encourages any and all members to cast their votes to ensure global democracy remains at its finest quality!

 

[Tani Coyote]

I've completed a spreadsheet with trade relations on it. The "Yes" is basically to the answer "Does this nation trade with this one?"

Since embargoes don't really affect minor NPCs (I'll probably just add a zero or something), the sheet revolves around relations of all those states towards the ones in the upper row, or major powers.

Oh. Ailedhoo also told me to take care of NPC stuff while he's gone for the week so ahem:

ULTIMATUM TO PSA

It is time for the workers of the oppressive regime to be freed. We demand that you surrender to the Red Army immediately.

However, if you decide not to call on international aid we may accept a compromise where you cede the southern part of your country and submit to becoming a client state or something to that effect. Again, the only mercy you will be shown so long as you deny any intentional protection offers. There's no reason anyone has to die to achieve paradise... Unless you want it to happen.

The PSA has the support of the Kingdom of Iceland and Norway, and so, we must soundly reject this ultimatum. Though your armies are numerically superior, the PSA shall enjoy a wealthier ally, not to mention international support in the face of naked aggression. Your war will do more to cause suffering on the part of the proletariat than any policy of ours possibly could.

We are also freezing the assets of the Syndicates' citizenry within the PSA until it changes its tone.

Come and take them.

 

[Tyo]

An attack on the PSA will be considered an act of war against Iceland-Norway as we are guaranteeing their independence. As significant amounts of Icelandic Krone have been invested into the PSA, an invasion or secession of PSA territory to Chicago will result in Chicago having illegal control over Icelandic property and interests, which can and will be considered an invasion of Icelandic sovereignty. An invasion of Icelandic sovereignty is, indeed, an invasion, which will oblige our allies to come to our defense.

If you want your assets so badly we can arrange for them to be put in Scandinavian hands once the deed is done. We care not for your money. Only the freedom of the workers.

The wisest solution here, Chicago, is to focus your efforts on a nation not directly related to Icelandic national interest. A lone and rabidly Stalinist nation will not survive long butting its head against the rest of the world.

Ignoring the "rabidly Stalinist" comment, we are not fighting against the rest of the world. We are acting against the oppressive right-wing regime in New England. And if I recall correctly you stood with the Crimson Council in their Ultimatum to Brunei, whichc isnt founded on any known casus belli, except their goal was the reinstitution of slavery. We care not for their actions, but practicing double-standards will not get you allies.

Like we said before, the Combined Syndicates will not back down until other nations' viewpoints are considered.

 

[Tani Coyote]

I've granted the CSA, Mongolia and Congo the standard 100 points of influence in every country.

This is because I just doubled the client value of all nations so they're far more lucrative to invest in.

100 gold into Ryazan for instance, would yield 5 gold per turn now (liable to grow as the country does).

100 gold into China would yield 13 gpt, by comparison.

It's all relative, people!

But hey, this should stimulate competition.

 

[Tani Coyote]

Sulawesi’s Queen Wulan has released a statement that it is leaving the Borneo Pact and has ascended to the Crimson Court as a kingdom, responsible for providing troops when asked as well as securing lucrative trade deals for Crimson merchants in the country. In return the Court looks out for Sulawesi’s interests abroad and will provide investment; of import is the fact the Court will not seek to establish slavery in Sulawesi’s territory.

Timor’s General Secretary Tri Jafari has signed a similar accord with the Crimson Court, though it officially refers to itself as a Commonwealth rather than Kingdom; though the Crimson King is accepted as a nominal head of state Timor still remains technically a socialist republic.

 

[Ailedhoo]

Sulawesi’s King Wulan...

Queen Wulan.

A clue is in the leader titles I gave with the sheet and the image of her.

 

[Double A]

It's spelled Mulan.

 

[Mosher]

If you want your assets so badly we can arrange for them to be put in Scandinavian hands once the deed is done. We care not for your money. Only the freedom of the workers.



Ignoring the "rabidly Stalinist" comment, we are not fighting against the rest of the world. We are acting against the oppressive right-wing regime in New England. And if I recall correctly you stood with the Crimson Council in their Ultimatum to Brunei, whichc isnt founded on any known casus belli, except their goal was the reinstitution of slavery. We care not for their actions, but practicing double-standards will not get you allies.

Like we said before, the Combined Syndicates will not back down until other nations' viewpoints are considered.

I've considered your nation's viewpoint, and consider it imperialism under the guise of freeing workers.

We will say it again: an attack on the PSA is an attack on Iceland-Norway and our allies.

 

[Tyo]

I didn't think it possible for a monarchy that is actually founded upon principles similar to that of imperialism to completely misunderstand its meaning. Imperialism's goal is rabid expansion into foreign lands so to economically exploit the native populace or a resource in the area. There is no such resource in New England, and we plan to immediately institute our core socialist system once rebellious sentiments die down. The fact you would declare war because of how the change of legal ownership would affect your economy is proof of who the real imperialist is here, especially after these Combined Syndicates have promised compensation for the loss of assets in New England. We are not after resources. We are after the discontinued oppression of workers.

Also, perhaps you are unversed in the weights and measures of the revolution. We are dedicated to spread it when and where it concerns us. An oppressive American regime on our border is very concerning to us.

We say again: Your "defensive" allies aren't being considered until I see them actually respond to these events.

 

[Red_Spy]

In response to several reported Leth plans involving the island of Hawai'i, the People's Imperial Navy will be stationed near the island to guard it from any Leth attacks. The government is hereby asked to embrace the Mainland Chinese-Japanese protection of their fair island chain.

 

[Mosher]

I didn't think it possible for a monarchy that is actually founded upon principles similar to that of imperialism to completely misunderstand its meaning. Imperialism's goal is rabid expansion into foreign lands so to economically exploit the native populace or a resource in the area. There is no such resource in New England, and we plan to immediately institute our core socialist system once rebellious sentiments die down. The fact you would declare war because of how the change of legal ownership would affect your economy is proof of who the real imperialist is here, especially after these Combined Syndicates have promised compensation for the loss of assets in New England. We are not after resources. We are after the discontinued oppression of workers.

Also, perhaps you are unversed in the weights and measures of the revolution. We are dedicated to spread it when and where it concerns us. An oppressive American regime on our border is very concerning to us.

We say again: Your "defensive" allies aren't being considered until I see them actually respond to these events.

Regardless of your thoughts, an act of war against the PSA is an act of war against the KIN.

 

[Tyo]

As much as it pains me to not war with the oppressors, we back down from the ultimatum to New England. As ambitious the revolution demands us to be, we must not be hasty, for the CSA has promised to back the European Kingdom.

You have won this time, Scandy.

Moving on, I have an offer for the United Kingdom of America
It is to our understanding that your country is feeling pressure from several forces. We offer you our hand. Become a protectorate and client of the Combined Syndicates and we will defend you from all aggressors who plot against your rule. We even offer optional peacetime economic support if you were to enact reforms to give the workers some leeway, but we will not dictate over your state. What say you?

 

[Tani Coyote]

In response to several reported Leth plans involving the island of Hawai'i, the People's Imperial Navy will be stationed near the island to guard it from any Leth attacks. The government is hereby asked to embrace the Mainland Chinese-Japanese protection of their fair island chain.

Hawai'i would agree to this proposal, on the condition that a defensive alliance be signed with China-Japan, as it stands the relationship between Hawai'i and China-Japan is one-way; we would like to strengthen our bond before allowing troops on our soil.

Hawai'i also requests knowledge of how many naval personnel the Emperor intends to station in the country, so it may properly accommodate them.

You have won this time, Scandy.

In b4 coup in New England

Moving on, I have an offer for the United Kingdom of America
It is to our understanding that your country is feeling pressure from several forces. We offer you our hand. Become a protectorate and client of the Combined Syndicates and we will defend you from all aggressors who plot against your rule. We even offer optional peacetime economic support if you were to enact reforms to give the workers some leeway, but we will not dictate over your state. What say you?

The United Kingdom of America is not sure if aligning exclusively with the Combined Syndicates would be in its best interest, however, it would be open to a defense pact so as to ward off aggression against either party.

As even a strong government ultimately must be based on consent to maintain legitimacy, we acquiesce to the suggestion of improving labor rights; the minimum wage shall be increased shortly and we will mandate more paid vacation time. Though we have traditionally been against organized labor as it limits the authority of the state, we will establish advisory labor unions to make sure workers' grievances are heard.

 

[Tyo]

In b4 coup in New England

The United Kingdom of America is not sure if aligning exclusively with the Combined Syndicates would be in its best interest, however, it would be open to a defense pact so as to ward off aggression against either party.

As even a strong government ultimately must be based on consent to maintain legitimacy, we acquiesce to the suggestion of improving labor rights; the minimum wage shall be increased shortly and we will mandate more paid vacation time. Though we have traditionally been against organized labor as it limits the authority of the state, we will establish advisory labor unions to make sure workers' grievances are heard.

This is acceptable. We hope for progressively warm relations in the future.

 

[Arrow Gamer]

To: Cuba
From: The CSA

We offer you protection in return for an alliance.

 

[Tani Coyote]

To: Cuba
From: The CSA

We offer you protection in return for an alliance.

Many Puerto Ricans are of Confederate heritage. Puerto Rico accepts in the hopes of warm relations despite economic differences.

 

[Tyo]

Many Puerto Ricans are of Confederate Heritage.

wut.

i don't even

 

[Red_Spy]

Hawai'i would agree to this proposal, on the condition that a defensive alliance be signed with China-Japan, as it stands the relationship between Hawai'i and China-Japan is one-way; we would like to strengthen our bond before allowing troops on our soil.

Hawai'i also requests knowledge of how many naval personnel the Emperor intends to station in the country, so it may properly accommodate them.

5,000 Mainland Chinese-Japanese naval troops will be stationed in Hawai'i. In return, the People's Imperial Navy may gain access to some ports in the event of a war, along with Hawai'ian protection. Combined with a defensive alliance, I think this is all well, yes?

To: Best Korea
From: Mainland China-Japan

Greetings, Supreme Ruler. I take it that you are well? Well, I can't say the same for the political situation in Asia. This is why the Premier of Mainland China requests that she station 10,000 troops in Korea to safeguard Korean independence. Also, a guarantee of Korean independence will be sent, if that wasn't already obvious. All we ask in return is some donations to the People's Republic of Mainland China, and thus the People's Empire as well.