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Rotovian National News

"Just minutes ago the His Eminency, President Dionysus Bacchus was shot and killed by an unknown gunman. The President had just returned to Attica City after a conference with Rotovia's allies to restore democracy to his people.

As we head into this hour of mourning let us not forget the message of peace and of hope that he lead the nation with. Let us use the peace and freedom he stould for as we face the imperialism of Lord Powers, let us not in this hour forget his memory to save our freedom.

President Bacchus, you will be remembered! Hail!"

I thought the President was in Maciksan.

And I pray for the family.

-His Holiness Justinian

I thought the President was in Maciksan.

And I pray for the family.

-His Holiness Justinian
OOC: Check the thread.

OOC: Just did.

Does this mean Dr Hours is head of the resistance.

OOC: Just did.

Does this mean Dr Hours is head of the resistance.
OOC: That will be the question I expect people to ask in the next stage of the RP. There's also people like Princess Athena Bacchuss and the Vice President Julia Aptiva.

---Official Farminan Statement---

The execution of any national leader is an inherently criminal act.

Farmina holds Senator Powers directly responsible for this act and shall seek redemption on the part of the Rotovian people.

The Farminan military is already on its highest alert and is ready to deploy its forces immediately.

We shall not be stopped; the Rotovian people scream for aid, we have already sent weapons, we shall now send our full force.

IC:

Don't look at us, We had nothing to do with it.

-Unknown Guilder Embassy Official

His Imperial Majesty's Government has no comment to make at this point in time.

- Ministry of External Affairs.

Official Statement from the Office of the Vicereine


There are not words available to express the grief and sadness that the Hamptonian people feel at this time. President Bacchuss was a truly great man, a statesman who rose above his station to affect the lives of people across the globe.

The Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire will dedicate itself, in the memory of Dionysus Bacchus, to the freedom and liberation of Rotovia and her people. In the name of the Grand Duke I shall state now that we will find and punish those associated with the assassination of President Bacchuss.

We will not forgive, we will not forget.


Princess Anne (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v114/hamptonshire/180.jpg)
Vicereine of the Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire
Member of the Royal Congress

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His Imperial Majesty's Government is shocked and appalled at this heinous act.

On behalf of everyone in the Greater Empire, we offer our most sincere condolences to President Bacchus' family. A special service will be held across the Greater Empire, and in all Maciskan Orthodox Churches in remembrance of the life of this great man.

May his soul find rest, knowing that his friends and allies will not cease in their efforts until his country has been freed and legitimate government restored.

-Reuters.

---Farminan News Service---

In the past hour, the pace has intensified.

A massive Farminan fleet is headed for Rotovia, the reverse of the situation in the War of Holy Waters also known as the Farmina-Rotovia war.

The High Priest has issued his final ultimatum to the Powers administration and the Elected Councils have passed a Declaration of War on Rotovia, which comes into effect on the rejection of the ultimatum.

The terms of the ultimatum are clear, Powers must surrender control of Rotovia to a temporary administration.

Current estimates are that two million Farminans are moving on Rotovia, not including logistical support.

The High Priest had this to say, “It seems that war is inevitable. The Rotovian people revolt against this murderous, ungodly regime and it is up to our noble people to right this heinous wrong in God’s name. If we do not fight…

You are watching MNB News

"Those stories and more later.

Less than an hour ago Lady Justina Valdir announced that the ultimatum issued to the Powers regime had expired without reply.

In accordance with the terms of the ultimatum, sections of His Imperial Majesty's Armed Forces, the elite "Blue Sky" division, are currently en route to Rotovia to secure the safety of those of His Imperial Majesty's Subjects.

In her briefing to the press, Lady Valdir announced that any attempt by Powers to hinder the operation would be considered an attack upon the Greater Macisikani Empire, and that "we shall respond accordingly".

Sources inside Parliament have indicated that such a response includes military action against Powers directly.

This news comes on the heels of President Bacchus' death in Attica City, a terrible crime attributed to Powers by many people.

Farmina has announced that it is now at war with Powers, and will be deploying an army to the area.

Her Ladyship had no comment on the Farminian moves, saying only that they had been taken into consideration.

The Klatch have committed a grievous crime against humanity today..."ndicated that such a response includes military action against Powers directly.

This news comes on the heels of President Bacchus' death in Attica City, a terrible crime attributed to Powers by many people.

Farmina has announced that it is now at war with Powers, and will be deploying an army to the area.

Her Ladyship had no comment on the Farminian moves, saying only that they had been taken into consideration.

The Klatch have committed a grievous crime against humanity today..."

"His death complicates matters yes, but it opens the door for our revenge."

"Should I move the force south of Turkey towards Rotovia, our deployment there has been kept hushed."

"Do it."

OOC: Where is Rotovia, particularly Power's occupied Rotovia?

“This is Veskaland National News!” A very cheerful presenter smiled at the camera, “In latest news President Bacchus of our closest ally Rotovia has been assassinated! Here is the Presidents address.”

President Elayeth Wren stood in front of a podium, the symbol of The Imperial Star Empire of Veskaland, a phoenix, was behind him on a curtain.
“It is a sad time when a country has been taken over from the inside. It makes a day even sadder that the man who ruled the country is murdered, in a cold hearted and callous manner.
Over the recent weeks Rotovia and her allies have been discussing the current situation within her walls, our ambassador to Rotovia handed a note to Dr Powers demanding his withdrawal from his position of Rotovian power, if this is not done in 12 hours a state of war would exist between us. I regretfully inform the people of Veskaland and of the world, we are now at war with Occupied Rotovia.

We are, of course, sharing your grief at the loss of your leader. But this only serves to prove that freedom shouldn't be given to anyone. The common people does not know how to govern their own life, and freedom will only end up hurting the nation, as shown by this recent tragedy. The president was killed by his own foolish policy of freedom and human rights. In a controlled environmnet such as ours, a thing like this would have never happened.

"This was obviously the work of the evil Merchant Guilds!No nation should rest untilt he Merchant Guilds are sundered and killed!Reveal their true evil!"

To clarify, Farmina has strong ties with the Merchant Guilds, and statements like those of Ankhmet could cause unfortunate reactions.
-Justinian

You are watching MNB News live from the steps of the Houses of Parliament

"Ladies and Gentlemen of the Press, peoples of the World, I present Her Ladyship Justina Valdir, His Imperial Majesty's Minister for External Affairs."

A middle-aged woman with a piercing expression steps up to the podium.

"Good Evening," she pauses to clear her throat.
"Yesterday my office sent Mr. Maxwell Powers a final note, informing him that unless he and his government had resigned their positions, and unless satisfactory assurances had been given by his government to ours that fresh elections would be held in Rotovia within a month, by midday today, a state of war would exist between us.

I come before you now to tell you that the deadline has passed, and that no such move has been made, nor such assurance been given, and that as a result, this nation is at war with the Powers regime in Rotovia.

Long live the King-Emperor."

"Good evening and welcome back to our 24-hour coverage of the the death of President Bacchus...

Major news of the hour; Rotovia's closest allies have begun sending their condelences, rumours of impending war are rampent in Athens and Lady Nicoletta Bacchuss has assumed temporary control of the nation.

But first, we urge some veiwers that the images you are about to see may be disturbing and reccomend that if you are easily effected by such image that veiwing be discontinued."

The feed cuts accross to inside the Athens International Airport where a smiling President Bacchuss shakes hands with the crowd.

He raise both hands in the air and waves them, lowering them only to ebrace Lady Bacchuss before heading to the official delegation infront of him.

Turning back towards the crowd he small, taking a Rotovian flag from a supporter and waving it ferverently as the crowd begins chanting "The President is Home!".

"My people..." He begins "I will not leave you whilst there is work to be done, I have returned as your servent! And am glad to report our allies will not abdone us in our hour of need! Victory belongs to the just! We shall take back what is ou...."

Three louds bangs are heard as a flash of light appears infront of the President's chest. His head lurches back and blood leaks accross the floor. Without skipping a beat the assailent is riddled with bullets from RIO Agents as aide after aide dives towards the President.

"The President is dead!" is screamed by an unknown woman.


OOC: Since Lady Bacchuss hasn't appeared in RPS for awhile, it is important to note she is the President's cousin and third in line to the throne. Preceded by Crown Prince Dionysus Bacchuss and Princess Athena Bacchuss.

"Rotovia two hours, sir," said Major Simpson.
“First here,” said Field Marshal Jefferson.
“Except the Rotovians, and the neighbouring Hamptonshire,” said the Major.
“Hamptonshire is not at war,” said the Field Marshal, “And very soon we will be, Powers is running out of time.”
“What does it matter who’s first?” asked the Major.
“Prestige,” said the Field Marshal, pulling an answer out of thin air.
“Very well sir,” said the Major.
A sergeant passed a note to the Field Marshal.
“Major Simpson,” said Jefferson after a quick read, “Bring every thing forward three hours. We land at the very instance our deadline expires.”
The Major gave an affirmative gesture, a salute and began roaming the ship, barking orders relating to the landing.

The Imperial Veskan Shuttle swooped out of the clouds.
“ETA?” Captain Calvin Montgomery shouted to his first officer.
“Rotovian border… 1 hour 58 minutes sir.” The first officer replied.
“Sir!” the sensor officer called, “Farmian forces detected.”
Captain Montgomery looked to his comm officer, “Open a comm channel.”
“Nice to see you Farmian allies! Fancy a little competition? We plan to reach the Rotovian border before you do!”

"We miscalculated, Veskland is ahead," said Major Simpson.
"That can't be allowed," said the Field Marshal, "Get a map, add on a few more mine fields. Make sure they are heading right for it. We have after all been surveyed the area when we were gun running."
"Right away sir," said Major, "I'll remember to make the message sound panicked."

National Priority Broadcast System
This is an Emergency Broadcast
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Coat-of-Arms of the Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire



At 10:00 PM, Hamptonian Central Time, advanced units of the Royal Marines and Royal Army left Hamptonian Airspace. They are currently enroute to Rotovia. Behind those brave few advance units, hundreds of thousands are gathering. Two Fleets of the Royal Navy and four Air Wings of the RAF have also moblized to counter the current threat to our north. Within 3 hours, 100,000 Airborne and Air Assault soldiers will be in Rotovia fighting for the freedom of all Rotovians. Within four days nearly one million men and women in uniform will be involved in Operation Northern Guardian.

In my capacity as Commander-in-Chief of the Royal Armed Forces of the Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire I issue the following statement:
Unless Mr. Powers and his government resigns within the next 60 minutes and legitimate government is restored to Rotovia, the Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire will use any and all resources within its arsenal to bring about such change.

It will be the policy of this Government to fight in the memory of President Bacchuss. We will not rest until a government responsible and responsive to the Citizens of Rotovia is reestablished.

We come to Rotovia not as invaders but as friends. We will not target nor will we tolerate the targeting of civilian population centers and civilian property. Any military forces, no matter their affiliation, found to be targeting civilians will be marked for destruction. This policy is concrete, we will not waiver.

The need for action has been thrust upon us. It was the desire of the Grand Duke to settle this matter peacefully, without bloodshed. Unfortunately, it has now been proven that Mr. Powers and his band of thugs are incapable of civility. The only language they understand is force and that's a language that we can speak.


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Lord Phillip Rosecrans
Commander-General of the Royal Armed Forces
Defense Minister
Grand Duchy of Hamptonshire

(I'm using a library computer, so that's it until tommorow!)

(I'm using a library computer, so that's it until tommorow!)

OOC: Just make the time frame of your next post an hour or so after Lord Rosecrans' ultimatium. You may even want to start a new thread, I know that I'd like to start RPing some soldiers.

Statement from Uve_Been_Pwned Chairman Isalis Blaugh:

"We are glad that no-good bastard Bacchuss is dead. I am declaring today a day of celebration for all citizens of Uve_Been_Pwned. Military officials will monitor the streets to ensure that our citizens celebrate this auspicious day in our history in a responsible manner.

"The word 'freedom' is an insult to the rights of the rulers of a government to run their countries as they see fit. We recognize Mr. Powers as the legitimate leader of Rotovia and we would like to open diplomatic relations with them so long as he remains in power."

Official statement of the Untied Socialist Republic of Aztec National League:

“The tragic news about the cowardly assassination of President Dionysus Bacchus, a great man among his nation, has both shocked and saddened the people. I myself am personally affected, as our condition of being world leaders has brought us to become friends. The truth about this assassination must be found out, and I encourage the Rotovian people to look into this tragic event.”

-Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli

Elsewhere in the world....
A group of journalists from DCN began to pack their bags for a far off war...

The Athens Cronicle

by Thomas Peterson

"Outside the St Joan Anglicus Hospital this morning shocking revelations were announced to the press. As the nation jerked in horror at the news that our most beloved President had been shot, few in the media or even in government had stopped to check the facts.

Though power outages and general media blackouts have become trademarks under the Powers Adminstration, nothing could prepare many for the news that was unveiled to us.

President Bacchuss is alive! Doctors from nine seperate states worked for over seventeen hours to save his life and have reported that he is now in some sought of coma.

Details remain scetchy and the hospital was today closed off entirely by two battilions of Presidential Gaurd who were called from the President's house in Southern Athens to gaurd his person."

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On The Issues

(Rotovian Political Talkshow)

"Well I think the questions now should be turned to succession. The Constitution carries no clause for what to do in the case of a living but unable President"

"Well, this is good news," the Acting First Minister said to the Minister for War.
"Indeed," she replied with a smile. "Apparently Perez-" Ecclesiastical Affairs Minister "has just called for services to for his recovery."
"How goes the invasion?"
The other made a face.
"This is what we get for being far, far, away. It's going to be weeks before we bloody well arrive in force. What we can do is supply the others, and protect their backs. Hardly glamorous, but we can do something."
"At least we're not going to sit around with our thumbs up our arses."
"Nnn-o,no. Now, if you'll excuse me Anton, I must go and update the King. I'm sorry."
"What for?"
"She's back. She isn't happy. And she's looking for you."
The Acting First Minister used a word totally inappropriate for his position.

"She" in that tone could only mean one person; the First Minister was off maternity leave. And going on past experience for holidays, she'd be bursting at the seams to get back into work. Probably by starting with tearing strips off whoever managed to get her displeasure.

The Farminan government and the Grey Catholic Church is most pleased to hear that President Bacchuss is alive.
-Spokesmen for the High Priest

“This can’t be,” muttered Justinian, “I hoped the bastard was finally dead.”
“He is still out of the way, and he may stay out of Rotovian politics forever,” noted the Grand Chancellor.
“Still he was far more useful as a martyr; especially considering his death was the justification of war,” added the Supreme Commander.
“Well we aren’t going to get rid of him by force,” said Justinian, “But his condition and the political situation may cause him to go for other reasons. Prepare me a plan to replace Bacchuss with someone more likable.”
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Field Marshal Jefferson looked over to the Leviticus’ captain.
“Proceed,” said the Jefferson with a stern nod.
“Begin the air strike,” said the Captain.

Twenty jet planes launched off the Farminan aircraft carrier. They proceeded towards the Rotovian coast. Their objective: to obliterate every military target or plausible hiding spot on the beach. The first wave was meant to land without an enemy, or tree, in sight.

OOC: I’ll post my actual force later, but could you please tell me where Powers occupied Rotovia is.

OOC: Not all the land has arrived yet.

Farminan Expeditionary Force (Logistics not listed)


The First Fleet

FSS Leviticus: Flagship/Aircraft carrier
(Contains 100 FA-18 jet aircraft)

FSS Fist of God: Cruiser

FSS Exodus: Destroyer

FSS St Peter: Destroyer

5x Attack Submarines (Can’t be bothered naming these)


General Aricar’s 1st Army

15,000 “Freedom” Light Tanks (60,000 personnel)

10,000 “Fast firer” Light Artillery Pieces (40,000 personnel)

100,000 Infantry Personnel (Weapons varied)


General Phillips’ 2nd Army

15,000 “Freedom” Light Tanks (60,000 personnel)

10,000 “Fast firer” Light Artillery Pieces (40,000 personnel)

100,000 Infantry Personnel (Weapons varied)


General Ripley’s 3nd Army

15,000 “Freedom” Light Tanks (60,000 personnel)

10,000 “Fast firer” Light Artillery Pieces (40,000 personnel)

100,000 Infantry Personnel (Weapons varied)


And so on to the fifth Army (Walter's and Petric's). (Army configurations are subject to change).

OOC:
Geography

Rotovia closely resembles Greece, it is divided into four state. Begining north-west with Deopolis, north-east is Theopolis, south-east is Attapolis (Attica), and south-west is Spartapolis.

Most ships will arrive towards the coast of Spartapolis because it is the most exposed. The northen end of Rotovia cannot be reached as it is landlocked by Hamptonshire, to the east lies Darkmarine (sealing off sea access). To the south Rotovia is made up of a large archipelego with numerous radar and military bases. As well as the large island of Crete.

To access the coast of Spartapolis one must travel from the north as The United Korean Nations lie to the west. This passage is know as the Sea of Rotovia (name coined by UKN in our last RP).

Whichever way you enter, it is important to remember it is unlikely any sea vessel could just sail into Rotovia without hinderence. The natural landscapem though surrounded by sea, makes it difficult. Not to mention the fact the majority of Rotovia's military is a massive Naval force.

Please take this into consideration.

Also, the Capital of Attica City is located in Attapolis around 6/8ths down the eastern coast. To reach it you must either cross the enter of mainland Rotovia, or sail around the southern-most tip of Rotovia and up the coast. Bare in mind Rotovia's third largest naval base is located there and the coast leading up to Attica is very heavily patrolled.

The waters within two kilomaters of Attica City however, are un-patrolled. This is because the Rotovian Constitution prevents military forces from entering the city limits or territory.

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Military

The air force and navy are heavily loyal to President Bacchuss, with the exception of certain fleets which have not yet announced their defection from the Powers government. However, the Army is much more divided in their loyalty.

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Government

Affectively, Lady Nicoletta Bacchuss is in charge, as per the President's instructions for such a situation. However it is important to note Rotovia has no succession for a living President. As long as he is alive, techinically(brain dead is recognised as living for this purpose), he remains President.

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Spelling

There is no right spelling for Bacchuss, Bacchus, Bachuss, Baccheus, whatever.

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Misc

Rotovia is divided into three sections. The Allied States of Rotovia, which is basically the mainland and a few islands. The Constitutional Republic of Rotovia, The Allied States and their colonies; this is what is commonly refered to as Rotovia; this concept was founded upon the original Republic created by Emperor Deitus. The Commonwealth of Rotovia, very rarely RPed; this is the outer territories; if in confusion think of Rotovia as England and the Commonwealth like the British Commonwealth.

As Crown Prince, President Bacchuss rules over the Commonwealth as an absolute Monarch. When he marries he will be made Emperor of these territories as well as the Subordinate States (ie Crete, Letican, Northen Thebes, Prosse, Prespolis, etc)

In Western Bubnor, the First Minister had watched these developments with, at first, a sense of amusement and, as the news came in from intelligence, growing horror.

"My god, these bastards in Farmina actually think they can pull this off, interfering in another nation's politics so..."

General Mickelis entered the room. "But isn't that exactly what YOU tried to do in Dostanuot Loj? The Tyne Rebellion, remember?" he said, with an admonishing grin on his face.

"Shut up. This is different, because it isn't me. And that was a long, long time ago."

"I wouldn't call a couple of years a long time, but I see your point. We cannot let this sort of thing go unchallenged. It would be very bad form."

"So, what do we do?"

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Andal Navy Base.

Admiral Given looked in wide-eyed astonishment as the secure transmission from High Command emerged.

To no-one in particular, he yelled "They can't be serious. We'll be lucky to get out of there with a few of our assets intact!"

{MESSAGE TO CINC-SANDAL}

Bubnor TF-03 and TF-02 to Spartapolis.
Engage forces hostile to President Bachuss and assist his forces in regaining control and order in the country.

TF-03 (Commander: Admiral David Rosen)

CVN Peter B. Pilsen (Nimitz)
2 Missile Cruisers (AEGIS)
4 Destroyers (Spruance)
2 SSN
Support Ships

TF-02 (Commander: Rear Admiral Pitr Voyevsky)
CVN Gerald T. Fruitpacker (Nimitz)
1 Missile Cruiser (AEGIS)
2 Destroyers (Spruance)
1 SSGN
3 SSN
Support Ships

OOC: Farminan forces are off the south east coast (Attatoplis) since we came from Turkey.

Aboard the Nimitz CVN Peter B. Pilsen, off the coast of Spartapolis.

Admiral Rosen was pissed off. Not only did he have to work with the man he described as "that disgusting slavic bastard" from TF-02, Rear Admiral Voyevsky, he was a long way from home, and it seemed like he was on the wrong fragging part of the country to attack his enemies. But really, all Rosen wanted to do was retire, grab the $200,000 a year superannuation and go and build a big bloody house somewhere where he'd never have to see the sea again.

Still, a job was a job, and he barked terse, one-word orders to his lackeys around the bridge, and a subtle smile played across his face as some F-35JSF squadrons on his command lifted off on patrol. Yes, this was the proper way to do Naval operations. He'd keep his A-17 Warhawks on board until the last minute to provide the invasion forces with an unpleasant surprise. It was only proper to flex one's muscles enough, but not too much at the start. Something that bloody Slav, 100m below him in his hidden command, wouldn't appreciate.

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100m Below, aboard the SSGN Silent Wolf
Pitr's porphyria was acting up again. Picture dandruff, but all over. He was also pretty pissed off, though he had to admit that his new submarine was rather cool. As was commanding a whole carrier - man, those surface pukes must have wet themselves when they knew they were being commanded by a submariner.

Despite the fact that the entire surface navy hated him, and he was regarded only as a brutal necessity by High Command, Pitr's talent was recognised worldwide. He wasn't just a good submarine commander.

No, he was a superb one.

A smile showed across his peeling, cracked lips as he placed his submarines in a defensive perimeter around his carrier.

The hunting was sure to be good for his forces, and besides, he had to atone for that nasty business over at Dostanuot Loj, didn't he?

ATTENTION UNIFIED BUBNOR FORCES

Our intelligence indicates that you are preparing to attack the Farminian fleet.

This means that you are allied to the usurper regime of Maxwell Powers; you are at attacking those who support the legitimate government of President Bacchus.

Stand down your forces, or the allied fleets will respond accordingly.

You will not be warned again.

Major-General Hans Gerad, Commander Macisikani Advance Force, Allied High Command.


OOC: You do realise that you are both on the same side, don't you? Farminia is helping Bacchus.

OOC: Course - but we tend to be a little stupid. Makes it more interesting.

OOC: Unified Bubnor's position is very confusing. They are attacking me, but supporting Bacchuss. How could this possibly be justified IC, it has been pretty clear what side Farmina is on? And just a note, if I happen to get attacked by a smaller nation, I won't use my axe, I'll use my sledgehammer.

OOC: Unified Bubnor's position is very confusing. They are attacking me, but supporting Bacchuss. How could this possibly be justified IC, it has been pretty clear what side Farmina is on? And just a note, if I happen to get attacked by a smaller nation, I won't use my axe, I'll use my sledgehammer.

OOC: the Major-General's message was broadcast on open frequencies; Farminia would have been able to recieve it, so they know that UB's people are nearby and getting ready to attack (of course, it wasn't broadcast so strongly so as to be picked up by Powers' faction).

Heh heh, sledgehammer...
Remember to do warming-up and proper stretching exercises prior to use of the sledgehammer, or you may damage your upper back.

The Farminan fleet went south to Crete and planning to head north up the Rotovian sea, deciding it safer to land on Spartapolis than so close to Attica.

Upon replanning the journey, the Supreme Commander had Jefferson deliver the following message.

To Dr Sarah Hours

We have replanned our attack and are moving as quickly as possible. Could you please provide our fleet with extra naval security. We shall be passing Crete shortly.

We would be thankful for any help.

From Field Marshal Jefferson

Bump?

OOC: I was waiting for Rotovia to get back... also Farminia, Rotovia (Bacchus), Hamptonshire, ANL, Veskaland and myself all need to decide if we are going to have an overall allied command, and who that should be.

An entire wing of the hospital had been shut down to house the President. In place of the stock steel beds and white mattresses of the St Joan Anglicus Hospital was the three hundred year old oak masterpeice from the Palace of Athens.

At the President's bedside was Vice President Aptiva, Lady Nicoletta Bacchus, Father Roger Johanson, Princess Athena Bacchua and Sir Ronald Thebes.

Outside the window the sound of gunfire could be heard over the countertones of Mozart rining from the stereo positioned in corner of the room.

A nurse leaned in and padded his forehead with a moist clothe as he rose slightly from the matress.

"Mr President?"

The words seemed to flow so naturally from the lips of all those present.

"Athena..."

His words were slowed and gentle. Lacking the power and stately grandeur with which he normally spoke.

"...you know I hate Mozart..."

"It's not always about you" She quibbed back.

"Convene a war council..."

"You have got to be kidding...." Came the voice of Lady Bacchuss.

"I'm still President, consider it an order..."

"Yes Your Eminency"

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Some hours later outside St Joan's reporters busily spoke into microphones and the crowd began to build in anticipation of the rumoured arrival of the President.

Out of the doors rushed Presdential Guard in traditional black robes. Followed closel my military officers who formed a four layer barrier between the crowd and the exiting enterage.

Finally, Vice President Aptiva exits pushing a wheelchair.

As the President clowly rises, the crowd grows silent. He indicates for a single microphone to be lowered towards him and clears his throat.

"We shall rise in this time, for it is in this time that we are tested. We shall rise in this time, for it in this time that we are oppressed. We shall rise in this time, for it is in this time that we shall acheive victory. We are Rotovian and we are blessed".

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Outside Athens the Army was massing a force to march on the Powers holding in western Rotovia.

The perfect lines of green tents stretched out for miles in every direction and the chants of ancient war songs in languages long since lost could be heard echoing even into Athens itself.

General Whatts stould by the roadside, barking orders into a radio and awaiting the order to come from the President himself.

The order to end a war that had been brewing since the founding of the Republic.

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In the waters of Rotovia naval vessels coyly darted to from the approaching the Farminan fleet, unsure of their orders to proceed.

Though overhead, Hamptonshire and Macisikania planes were welcome with praise by the Rotovian Air Corps.

The allies were filing in, the nation was preparing for war and the loan voice of the President would command the greatest the battle of all time to be waged and the future of both the Republic and the Empire to be forged.

ENCRYPTED
PRIORITY ONE
To: Commander, Rotovian Forces
From: Major-General Hans Gerad, Commander Macisikani Advance Forces
Subject: Deployment, Allied Command.

Dear Sir or Madam,

I am Major-General Hans Gerad, in command of the Advance Imperial Forces, our spearhead.

I wish to inform you, sirs, of the imminent arrival of the first elements of the AIF in Rotovian territorial waters, to request permission to enter, and to request a clarification of the overall structure of command; at present we are assuming that the C-in-C of Rotovian Government forces is also C-in-C of the Allied forces, however neither the government in Arn-Maciska nor this force has had this confirmed.

On that note, we request instructions for the deployment of the AIF, keeping in mind that our primary purpose is to prepare for General Blackthorn's main force.

Respectfully yours,

Major-General Hans Gerad.

OOC: I thought Bacchus was brain dead.

IC: "All is in position," said the Admiral.

"Thankyou, Lord Admiral," replied Field Marshal Jefferson.

"Will we meet any naval resistance?" asked Simpson.

"Not anything the Rotovians can’t deal with,” replied the Admiral.

“Admiral, get the jets in the air, I want a beachhead, 10 k along and 5 k in that is completely devoid of features. Once everything is safe bring the ships as close to shore as possible to blast the remaining targets.”

Jefferson picked up a red texture and drew a box on the beach. “This is our beachhead, right here, right near Pereva. Since they have to defend the entire coast, we should be able to smash them when landing. After that they know where we are. We shall have to move quickly, every minute gives them more chance to consolidate. Simpson, prepare the landing parties.”

“Immediately sir,” said Major Simpson, then both he and the admiral went about their duties.


To Dr Sarah Hours,

President Bacchuss, under our consideration is not fit to rule Rotovia in trying times. As the head of the Farminan military, I feel it is appropriate should temporarily lead Rotovia into the foreseeable future. Farmina will fully support your efforts.

We would also invite onto the Farminan flagship, the FSS Leviticus. It would be our hope that the person leading Rotovia, should land with the troops on freshly claimed Rotovian soil. Obviously we wouldn’t land you until the landing is complete, and everything secure. Your presence alone, however will be of great propaganda value.

From Supreme Commander Bashier

To: Major-General Hans Gerad, Commander Macisikani Advance Forces
From: Rotovian Military Command
Subject: Re: Deployment, Allied Command.
Security: Maximum (For your eyes only)
Encrypton: Theta-5

The Macisikani forces en route to Rotovian soveriegn waters are clear to enter said waters as a friendly nation, with full auhority to engage forces there in.

His Eminency, Presiden Bacchuss is the Supreme Commander-in-Cheif. However, with his blessing the military is being co-ordinated by Fleet Admiral Helena Bacchuss.

Allied Command will be based in Attica City and though we request Rotovian military be allowed the final say, obviously control of your forces shall remain vested in your commanders.

The jets flew overhead, looking for targets in the landing zone.

Lt Walker sat quietly in the landing vessel, waiting. The high walled boat moved foward as the propellor churned the water.

He then broke his silence, "Men, today we avenge Farminan glory. One and a half years ago Rotovia tried to occupy Farmina. Now it us how shall land on their shores. Powers will die, Bacchuss will rule a broken nation if any at all."

"You bring glory to your family and your God by being in the first wave. Remember no one will die, they shall simply be blessed in heaven."

He paused and said silently to himself and God, "God protect these young lives."

Due to military action on other fronts, Farmina will be withdrawing from this war. All ships and troops will return to Farmina immediately for redeployment.

Emperor Justinian
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"Call the troops back," said Jefferson, "We won't storm the beach after all."

The jets returned and the land vessels were stored.

After all that the fleet came home.