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Quadrivalve Archipelago claimed by Trivalvia

TRIVALVIAPOLIS [TNS]: Trivalvia has recently laid claim to a string of islands some 200 kilometers northwest of Bivalve Island. The Quadrivalve Archipelago, as these islands are known, is uninhabited, and possesses little in the way of mineral resources. To enforce this claim, the TNS Resolute has weighed anchor off the coast of the main island in the archipelago, and a naval supply and radar base is being constructed.

Admiral Yvonne Carter, commanding officer of the Trivalvian Naval Forces, and second-in-command for the Trivalvian Armed Forces, explained the reasons behind the claim to reporters this morning.

"As Trivalvia becomes more involved in international politics and trade, we need to be able to offer wider protection for shipping in and near our waters, as well as provide better support to peacekeeping operations overseas. Establishing a base in the Quadrivalve Archipelago will give us better capacity to respond to pirates in the Atlantic Ocean, and to provide ready supply for our naval vessels operating far from home."

Trivalvia's claim has been put before the United Nations. Despite the sudden nature of the claim, it looks like the UN will recognize Trivalvia's ownership of the islands. It is uncertain how other nations and naval powers will react to Trivalvia's claim.

OOC: check the map in my factbook to see where these islands are located.

Quadrivalve Archipelago claimed by Trivalvia

TRIVALVIAPOLIS [TNS]: Trivalvia has recently laid claim to a string of islands some 200 kilometers northwest of Bivalve Island. The Quadrivalve Archipelago, as these islands are known, is uninhabited, and possesses little in the way of mineral resources. To enforce this claim, the TNS Resolute has weighed anchor off the coast of the main island in the archipelago, and a naval supply and radar base is being constructed.

Admiral Yvonne Carter, commanding officer of the Trivalvian Naval Forces, and second-in-command for the Trivalvian Armed Forces, explained the reasons behind the claim to reporters this morning.

"As Trivalvia becomes more involved in international politics and trade, we need to be able to offer wider protection for shipping in and near our waters, as well as provide better support to peacekeeping operations overseas. Establishing a base in the Quadrivalve Archipelago will give us better capacity to respond to pirates in the Atlantic Ocean, and to provide ready supply for our naval vessels operating far from home."

Trivalvia's claim has been put before the United Nations. Despite the sudden nature of the claim, it looks like the UN will recognize Trivalvia's ownership of the islands. It is uncertain how other nations and naval powers will react to Trivalvia's claim.

OOC: check the map in my factbook to see where these islands are located.

OOC: You should post a link to your factbook. And how can you assume what he UN will do?

"While we think it is lovely that the nation of Trivalivia is extending its territory, it is also time for Great Nari to do the same. Which is why the government of Great Nari is officially claiming half the land that Trivalvia has claimed and is willing to co-exist and open trade with the government. We will await a response from the Trivalvia government. Thank you."

- President Amras Wallace

OOC: Here is the link to my factbook:
http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=499300

The map is near the bottom of the first post.

As for the UN - it's my understanding that the NS UN has little bearing on II and vice versa (at least, I haven't seen resolutions up for vote, say, condemning Blackhelm Confederacy for nuking Clandonia Prime) from a gameplay perspective. If you like, we can just ignore that bit of the article. :/

IC:
Special Communique:
To: The government of Great Nari
From: The Democratic Republic of Trivalvia
Re: Territorial Claims

While Trivalvia welcomes the chance for peaceful relations and trade with other nations, we feel the request for half of the Quadrivalve Archipelago to be a little much. We would like to offer a counterproposal: there is a small string of islands 150 km north of the Archipelago (see map) that is unclaimed and likewise uninhabited. It should serve as a good location for trade between our two nations.

William MacKensie,
President of the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia

OOC again: just a note that dark green territory on the map is either unclaimed or has unknown occupants. If you agree to the counterproposal, give me a colour to use, and I'll shade the islands in, marking them as Great Nari territory on the map.

The President had called the navy to his highest alert, and order the immediate deployment of:

Ten Water Dragon Class Submarines

Ten Water Dragon Class Battleships

Six Fire Dragon Class Aircraft Carriers; each containing 20 Fire Dragons Planes (similar to the F-16)

10,000 soldiers plus support teams had also been ordered to suit up, and fly to the islands.

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A message was sent to the Trivalvia government:

Do not attempt to resist. We are willing to work together, but please do not resist.

OOC: ten battleships and six aircraft carriers? With your budget?

Also, are you sending them to the islands I have offered, or to the Quadrivalve Archipelago?

OOC: Here is the link to my factbook:
http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=499300

The map is near the bottom of the first post.

As for the UN - it's my understanding that the NS UN has little bearing on II and vice versa (at least, I haven't seen resolutions up for vote, say, condemning Blackhelm Confederacy for nuking Clandonia Prime) from a gameplay perspective. If you like, we can just ignore that bit of the article. :/

IC:
Special Communique:
To: The government of Great Nari
From: The Democratic Republic of Trivalvia
Re: Territorial Claims

While Trivalvia welcomes the chance for peaceful relations and trade with other nations, we feel the request for half of the Quadrivalve Archipelago to be a little much. We would like to offer a counterproposal: there is a small string of islands 150 km north of the Archipelago (see map) that is unclaimed and likewise uninhabited. It should serve as a good location for trade between our two nations.

William MacKensie,
President of the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia

OOC again: just a note that dark green territory on the map is either unclaimed or has unknown occupants. If you agree to the counterproposal, give me a colour to use, and I'll shade the islands in, marking them as Great Nari territory on the map.

OOC looking good
oh an Blackhelm Confederacy was all so nuke all so

Upon the arrival of the message all vessels were told were to wait on standby 100 miles off the coast.

"We have made our request and are not about to back down. Accept now or we shall both pay the piper. We not wish for there to be any conflict between our two nations. In fact there is much we can gain from one another, but please do not resist."

- President Amras Wallace

OOC: ten battleships and six aircraft carriers? With your budget?

Also, are you sending them to the islands I have offered, or to the Quadrivalve Archipelago?

OOC: Quadrivalve Archipelago - i started writing it before you posted.

OOC: Also all of my navy forces are gifts from allies since I have yet to place real production standard. I just renamed them. Sorry for the confusion.

OOC: Nari, you seem to be responding rather quickly. Are you giving my counterproposal some thought?

Further, how far away ARE you? I'm a little surprised your ships could reach Trivalvian waters that quickly.

IC: No sooner had the "do not resist" message been sent, then orders went out to the 2nd Fleet stationed at New Moncton. The TNS Bivalviaton, flagship of the Trivalvian navy, was ordered to set sail for the Quadrivalve Archipelago, with an aircraft carrier, 2 cruisers, 4 destroyers, 2 frigates, and 5 submarines.

The airbase on Bivalve island was also put on alert. Three squadrons of F-39 Copperhead fighters were readied for naval warfare; with Harpoon anti-shipping missiles and ARMAAM missiles attached to hardpoints.

The Trivalvian government waited tersely; would Great Nari respond favorably to the counterproposal?

OOC: Great Nari... don't you need some kind of justification for randomly grabbing bits of land? The islands are off Trivalvian waters, so he naturally has a claim. You don't really have one, unless you share a similar region? You can't just take islands halfway around the world for no particular reason.

From the Supreme Commonwealth of Rosdivan
To the People's Republic of Great Nari

You will immediately cease and desist all of your threats and naval deployments to the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia. Failure to do so will result in harsh penalties to your nation, up to and including annexation by the Supreme Commonwealth of Rosdivan. Your naval forces are currently under surveillance by Rosdivan military forces, it would be wise not to act in a manner deemed threatening to the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia.

To the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia

The Supreme Commonwealth of Rosdivan, having always taken an interest in the preservation of free trade upon the seas, offers to send military aid, in the form of an expeditionary force consisting of land, sea, and air units, should the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia be attacked by the People's Republic of Great Nari.

OOC: Sorry. I meant outside my waters. That was rather sloppy of me. I apologize since I am acting like a n00b.

I do not technically need justification rather than wishing to show off my power. Even if I really dont have that much.

As for distance I dont really know. I am an island, but I never really set a location. That is my bad and I am sorry.

"Since tensions have risen given our recent actions, which I admit were brash, I believe that both sides can reach a fine compromise. Let the leader of your nation met with me to discuss how we should handle it. I can easily arrive by plane in very little time. I shall await your response."

- President Amras Wallace

From the Supreme Commonwealth of Rosdivan
To the People's Republic of Great Nari

You will immediately cease and desist all of your threats and naval deployments to the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia. Failure to do so will result in harsh penalties to your nation, up to and including annexation by the Supreme Commonwealth of Rosdivan. Your naval forces are currently under surveillance by Rosdivan military forces, it would be wise not to act in a manner deemed threatening to the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia.

To the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia

The Supreme Commonwealth of Rosdivan, having always taken an interest in the preservation of free trade upon the seas, offers to send military aid, in the form of an expeditionary force consisting of land, sea, and air units, should the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia be attacked by the People's Republic of Great Nari.

"The People's Republic of Great Nari ask that the nation of Rosdivan allow Trivalvia and Great Nari to work out this situation ourselves. There is no need for you to interfere. Please allow use to handle this tense situation."

- President Amras Wallace

Special Communique: EYES ONLY
Encryption Key: Red-112bfg-05wtf
From: Trivalvian Armed Forces Command
To: Rosdivan military command

In accordance with the Trivalvian government, TAFC accepts Rosdivan's offer of aid.

Trivalvian Intelligence believes that Nari land and air forces are inferior to our own, so we should be able to handle attacks of that nature. What concerns us is the preliminary report of ten battleships. Our own naval forces are still in the process of being built up, and in a straight battle of attrition we may not fare so well.

A small battlegroup of ships and submarines would be welcome in Trivalvian waters. If Rosdivan is to send vessels, they should rendevous with our battlegroup at Point TANGO-4 (OOC: 50 kilometers south of the lowest point in the Quadrivalve Archipelago).

Hopefully this will all be for nothing and we can call our ships home.

Signed,
Admiral Yvonne Carter, TNF

Official Clandonian Response to Trivalvian Government
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Clandonia is concerned with yoru actions with your agressive military tactics. We urge you to back down. In reponse we are dispatching our diplomatics to discuss this move and the reasons why you are doing it. We understand the need for defence but this is a large move in such a step. Our satellite scans show large amounts of naval forces in the region from several nations, we will continue to monitor the situation.

OOC: How close is all of this to the Pacific area? Specifically the equator, just a little ways east of the Australian area.

@ Great Nari:

Trivalvia welcomes the prospect of negotiations. The President is willing to meet with your leader at Saint Asher, on Isle d'Monovalve.


OOC:
@ Guathic:

I'm envisioning Trivalvia to be somewhere on the eastern side of the Atlantic Ocean - an imaginary European country. I took a few liberties with geography, however. So, with regards to the Pacific Ocean, nations there would not be able to respond at all.

@ Clandonia:
Just to clarify, but who are you talking to?

To the all governments involved:

Since it appears that all seedling nations involved have taken brash actions, it is time for the United States of Nellisland to interfere. The USN denounces that actions of Great Nari, believing that have acting inmature for an upcoming nation. The GN's quest for power should be handled much better. Trivalvia has done little wrong, but we suggest that they meet with the Great Narian leadership in order to quell tensions. Comprimise should be the name of the game. Rosdivan, your involvement was the right idea, but in acting in such an aggresion manner you have proven no better than Great Nari. Back down. Force will solve nothing here.

We suggest that we ship out a battleship of our own where the leaders of Great Nari, Trivalvia, Rosdivan, and a representaive from Nellisland.

Respond ASAP. Thank you.

OOC: How close is all of this to the Pacific area? Specifically the equator, just a little ways east of the Australian area.

OOC: I have not really set a location but imagine I am in the middle of NA and Europe. For the moment at least.

"The People Republic of Great Nari is willing to meet with the leaderships on a Nellisland vessel if the safety of those on board can be assured."

- President Amras Wallace

Nellisland:

We've already sent an invitation for Nari's leader to meet our President in Saint Asher, but we welcome your involvement as well. A third party to mediate may help the negotiations perform smoothly.

If meeting in Saint Asher is not possible, then we will send representatives to the battleship as you suggested.

Official Statement from the Republic of Ackistan

Provided no prior claim to these islands exist, the people of Ackistan recognize Trivalvia's claim to these islands.

Nellisland:

We've already sent an invitation for Nari's leader to meet our President in Saint Asher, but we welcome your involvement as well. A third party to mediate may help the negotiations perform smoothly.

If meeting in Saint Asher is not possible, then we will send representatives to the battleship as you suggested.

"We would prefer to not do it on Trivalvia land."

- President Amras Wallace

This Message was Approved by the Council of Forza:

The USN King William II is being prepreped for deployment and is carrying our President, Amras Mythandir. Safety can be assured for all parties. We are impartial and only want to see no violence. Our conditions is that all parties keep all forces 200 miles away from the battleship.

"Despite our better judgement I shall travel to the 'USN King William' and meet with all parties. My name is President Amras Wallace, and I will leave soon."

The Trivalvian government accepts Nellislands terms. Our President is already enroute to Saint Asher, and will board a helicopter with his aides to rendevous with the King William II A wing of F-39 fighters will be dispatched as an escort for the helicopter, but will return to Trivalvian airspace as soon as the President's helicopter has landed.

OOC: I am going to fast forward in time.

The USN King William II arrived on cue seventeen hours later. President Amras Mythandir had been awaken from his sleep, and was a bit grumpy. He had hoped that he could sleep on the ship, but, rather, he was in briefings all day. Learning the history all nations, and understanding the present situations.

It stopped nearly three hundred miles off the coast of Trivalvia and sent out a coded message requesting information when all leaders would arrive.

A Crimson red helicopter had been docked on the one of Great Nari's Water Dragon Class Battleships for almost ten hours. President Wallace had taken a short nap in preperation for the meeting.

"Everything needs to go well," he thought to himself. "Land and power is what we need. I didn't expect nations like Rosdivan and Nellisland to even give a shit!"

When the message was decoded the following code was wired to the USN King William II.

President Wallace is on his way, and is traveling in his personal crimson helicopter.

Some distance west of Isle d'Monovalve

A helicopter, surrounded by 5 F-39 Copperhead fighters, moved towards the battleship further out to sea. On board, President William MacKensie was talking to his aide.

"...and I want open phone links with both our legal and geological experts," he said. "I'm hoping we can make a case for Nari to accept the islands we did offer, rather than taking a bite out of the Archipelago."

"Of course sir," said Samantha, writing everything on her handheld. "We should have that all ready by the time we land."

"Mr. President?" It was the helicopter pilot. We're on final approach to the King William II. "We're recieving landing instructions and the fighter escort is turning back."

"Please pass on my personal gratitude to the escort for their assistance, and take us down." MacKensie clicked off the intercom, then smiled at his aide. "If all goes well, this should be over in a couple of hours. What do you say to a small dinner in Saint Asher when we're done here?"

Message Sent to Both Envoys:

Please land on the designated areas marked for you. Green for Great Nari and Red for Trvalvia. They are clearly marked.

President Mythandir rushed out of his final meeting and to the deck of the ship. From each side he could see both envoys flying towards his ships.

"I hope this is over soon...I need a nap."

He put on a fake smile, adjusted his tye, and waited for both ships to land. A strong greeting will start this off well.

At the start of the crisis a Clandonian Nimrod MR4 on maritime patrol was ordered to investigate. Clandonian commanders knew the Trivalvians well, they were old friends they decided to message them ask if everything was ok and if they needed any more assistance.

The Nimrod observed the naval traffic and large air presence in the area, the presence of the USN King William II intrested people, what was going on they thought?

Message to Trivalvian Government

We have noticed a lot of activity, with our two nations being friends I'm sure you could tell us whats up and if you need any help?

No sooner had President MacKensie stepped onto the deck of the King William II than the first spanner wrench was thrown into the clockwork.

"They said what?" MacKensie shook his head. "Never mind. Samantha, please have this message relayed to the Clandonian government. 'We appreciate your concern in this situation, but rest assured, it is under control. We will take your offer under advisement. Signed, William MacKensie, President of the Democratic Republic of Trivalvia.' Send that please."

"Of course, sir." Samantha stepped back into the helicopter to talk to the pilot. MacKensie took breath, straightened his tie, and turned to face President Mythandir with a smile. One hurdle cleared.

Having granted clearance the Great Narian helicopter landed safely in the designated green area.

A tall broad shouldered man exited the craft. His name was President Wallace, and with a smirk on his face he approached the Nellisland President and said, "Hello. Thank you for attempting to find a peaceful solution to this crisis."

"Err...yes. It is good to meet with both of you. I hope we can find a solution that helps both parties. Now both of you have much to discuss. Let us travel below deck. I have designated the crisis room as your meeting location. Follow me."

The President motioned to a set of stairs leading downward. The group traveled three floors and arrived in a large black room with dozens of phones and clocks. Each clock indicated a different time throughout the world.

A table with sandwichs, chips, and drinks had been laid out. A fine friendly feast.

He motioned them into the room, and hung back until both had walked in.

"It is time talk. I will be back in two hours. There are camera's watching you, so play nice."

He shut and locked the door, and walked away.

The Poseidon-class submarine aircraft carrier RHS Silent Dawn, escorted by a pair of Virginia-class attack submarines, was holding position just out of sensor range of the fleets around the Quadrivalve Archipelago. Captain Myers paced the control room of the Dawn restlessly. A simple enough assignment, to be sure: keep a watch on the opposing navies massing around the archipelago. He supposed something this big deserved a first-hand look in case things got messy, but he couldn't see why the Hamilayan government would send a sub aircraft carrier and escorts instead of just using the satellite photos, grainy though they were. Great Nari and Trivalvia probably wouldn't be a threat to the Democratic Republic in the event of an... incident... but Nellisland was a huge nation and a different matter. Myers sighed. We'll just have to stay out of sight, won't we?
"Captain Myers, reports indicate helicopters are landing on the Nellislandian battleship. Still no aggressive moves by any warships."
"Okay, Lieutenant. Maintain current position. No further orders."

The Trivalvian reply had been assumed, Nimrods had been ordered to patrol and recon the area. The black and white satellite images showed the faint details of the amassing navys there, Also noted the three Hamilayian submarines detected from a Sonar Buoy drop. What was going on that ship?

The Poseidon-class submarine aircraft carrier RHS Silent Dawn, escorted by a pair of Virginia-class attack submarines, was holding position just out of sensor range of the fleets around the Quadrivalve Archipelago. Captain Myers paced the control room of the Dawn restlessly. A simple enough assignment, to be sure: keep a watch on the opposing navies massing around the archipelago. He supposed something this big deserved a first-hand look in case things got messy, but he couldn't see why the Hamilayan government would send a sub aircraft carrier and escorts instead of just using the satellite photos, grainy though they were. Great Nari and Trivalvia probably wouldn't be a threat to the Democratic Republic in the event of an... incident... but Nellisland was a huge nation and a different matter. Myers sighed. We'll just have to stay out of sight, won't we?
"Captain Myers, reports indicate helicopters are landing on the Nellislandian battleship. Still no aggressive moves by any warships."
"Okay, Lieutenant. Maintain current position. No further orders."

Recent satellite photos revealed the Hamilayan ships althought their nation of origin was unknown. This prompted the President to send out two new F-20 Raptors to make contact and idenitify the ships.

The USN demands to know where this ship is traveling from and why?

President Wallace could hear the faint sound of planes taking off as he poured himself a glass of whiskey.

"I can not believe he locked us in here. What as asshole. At least we will get things done."

He took a gulp of the drink in front of him.

"Would you like some? It is of fine quality."

Recent satellite photos revealed the Hamilayan ships althought their nation of origin was unknown. This prompted the President to send out two new F-20 Raptors to make contact and idenitify the ships.

The USN demands to know where this ship is traveling from and why?
OOC: They're submarines, so I assume you can't see them in satellite photos? (Before anyone says OMG AIRCRAFT CARRIER... (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=9622805&postcount=473))

(OOC: reply delayed because of Jolt :headbang: )

IC:

MacKensie watched Mythandir walk out of the door, then glanced at his aide. Samantha just shrugged.

"I can not believe he locked us in here. What as asshole. At least we will get things done," said the other occupant in the room. MacKensie watched as he took a drink. "Would you like some? It is of fine quality."

MacKensie raised a hand. "No, thank you," he said with a smile. MacKensie had a personal policy against drinking while handling matters of state.

He took a moment to size up his opposite number. Wallace had spoken without tact, though completely without courtesy. That, and the actions he took that had led to this mess said volumes about his way of thinking. I would not be surprised if he uses a sledgehammer to crack a walnut, MacKensie mused. A firm believer in the direct approach.

Very well. MacKensie gestured to his aide, and both of them took seats. "If I recall, we never recieved a reply about our counterproposal. I was curious about what you thought about it."

(OOC: reply delayed because of Jolt :headbang: )

IC:

MacKensie watched Mythandir walk out of the door, then glanced at his aide. Samantha just shrugged.

"I can not believe he locked us in here. What as asshole. At least we will get things done," said the other occupant in the room. MacKensie watched as he took a drink. "Would you like some? It is of fine quality."

MacKensie raised a hand. "No, thank you," he said with a smile. MacKensie had a personal policy against drinking while handling matters of state.

He took a moment to size up his opposite number. Wallace had spoken without tact, though completely without courtesy. That, and the actions he took that had led to this mess said volumes about his way of thinking. I would not be surprised if he uses a sledgehammer to crack a walnut, MacKensie mused. A firm believer in the direct approach.

Very well. MacKensie gestured to his aide, and both of them took seats. "If I recall, we never recieved a reply about our counterproposal. I was curious about what you thought about it."

"Well, I must be frank," Wallace said as he took a seat and another sip of his drink. "It was not entirely my decision to act in such an aggresive way. I personally do not give a rats ass about some islands outside your nation. But you need to know that my nation has recently been under a revolution led by myself, but is quite unstable politically. Military leaders are always demanding more and more showings of power. I was under immense pressure to do something, and an oppurtunity arose. Sadly it was at your expense."

OOC: They're submarines, so I assume you can't see them in satellite photos? (Before anyone says OMG AIRCRAFT CARRIER... (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=9622805&postcount=473))

OOC: The right type of satellite would detect tremors that the sub would give off, but I don't know what Nellisland has.

Elsewhere: TNS Bivalviaton, at Point Tango-4

"Have the fleet hold here," Admiral Yvonne Carter said. As her orders were relayed to the other ships in the battlegroup, she walked over to the situation table. "Any word from either intel or the President?"

"Nothing yet, ma'am," said the commodore at the table. "Enemy ships still remain in their national waters. If they move against us, though, we should be able to get a favorable position."

"The last word we recieved about the President was that he had arrived at the Nellisland vessel. We can only assume negotiations are still going on," said another officer.

Carter nodded. "So we wait. I want the Albion to run drills on deploying its fighters. Keep them within territorial waters, but I want to be sure we can deploy our assets rapidly if it comes to a fight."

"Won't the Narites see us deploying? They're bound to have some kind of surveillance in place by now."

"Perhaps, but this will also send a message to them. That we're able and willing to defend ourselves."

"With a little luck, we won't have to back that up with actual fighting."

On board the King William II:

MacKensie considered Wallace's statement. So this is little more than a show of force.

Aloud, he said, "A bit of a costly way to keep your generals happy, I have to say. Surely you have to admit that, now that nations like Nellisland and Rosdivan have shown an interest to intervene, your display of power might backfire."

"Believe me, I do not wish to be here right now, but I have to keep my nation together. Another civil war would be costly. In order to make things work I have created a proposal."

Wallace opened a briefcase and handed the Trivalvia leader a set of papers.

"I think there is a fair compromise that allows us both to get what we want. I shall accept the land offered to my nation. It is a good deal to recieve land that we have no claim too. Yet, when it comes to the land that you have claimed I have a great idea. Your government allows mine to construct one naval base and two army bases. I have indicated where I would like them in the packet. This will keep the factions in my nation happy."

OOC: Dont focus on the lack of map. We can figure out the bases later.

The Socialist Kingdom of Kopparbergs recognizes Trivalvia's claim of Quadrivalve Archipelago. We understand your reasons to include these islands in your maritime claims.
We are, however, worried over the current situation with multiple naval vessels from various nations. It's in our interest to maintain the stability in our part of the world.

Prime Minister
Walter Moltov, Leader of Kopparbergs' Socialist Party (KSP)
The Socialist Kingdom of Kopparbergs

OOC: Kopparbergs is located somewhere in the northern parts of Europe. See factbook (link in signature) for a map of the country.

The Socialist Kingdom of Kopparbergs recognizes Trivalvia's claim of Quadrivalve Archipelago. We understand your reasons to include these islands in your maritime claims.
We are, however, worried over the current situation with multiple naval vessels from various nations. It's in our interest to maintain the stability in our part of the world.

Prime Minister
Walter Moltov, Leader of Kopparbergs' Socialist Party (KSP)
The Socialist Kingdom of Kopparbergs

OOC: Kopparbergs is located somewhere in the northern parts of Europe. See factbook (link in signature) for a map of the country.

Message Sent Kopparbergs Government:

There is no need for your government to get involved at this current time. The USN has taken control and is focusing on a real non-violent solution to this situation. The USN thanks the Kopparbergs for their interest however.

OOC: They're submarines, so I assume you can't see them in satellite photos? (Before anyone says OMG AIRCRAFT CARRIER... (http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=9622805&postcount=473))

OOC: Depending on how low your ships were submerge I could see the waves a submarine gives of. But that I guess depends on what you want to do. A thermo sensor would also detect.

OOC: funny, that... I'd prepared a map of the contested region and neighboring islands (see below)

IC:

MacKensie looked over the proposal carefully; right now he felt like a man who had thrown his weight against a door only to find it unlocked.

On the surface, it seemed like a good proposition; however, the request of bases on Trivalvian territory, from a potentially unstable nation, did not sound like a wise move.

MacKensie looked to his aide. "Samantha, could you bring out the map?"

Samantha opened the folder she was carrying and put a sheet of paper on the table between the two leaders:

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MacKensie returned his attention to Wallace. "What you do with your islands is, of course, your own concern. However, I must object to the suggestion of a full naval base and two army bases on Trivalvian territory.

"Instead, I would be willing to consider a Narite naval supply base and listening post to be built here:" he tapped the northern most island on the Archipelago. "Something capable of servicing vessels up to cruiser size, but not battleships or aircraft carriers. Perhaps with a personnel of 1,000? And an exchange of embassies, of course."

"I agree to the condition of a embassy. Ours nations can both flourish. However, I must decline that standing offer. I want you to understand that my nation is not in turmoil. I have only learned from the mistakes of the leadership that I overthrew. I have control of my nation, but I do have pressure from forces to make over dramatic moves such as this. Rather than my proposed naval base and two military bases, I suggest this. I suggest that one naval/ground base. My military could construct a joint naval facility, primarly for refueling, and a military training facility where I can position some forces for deployment worldwide. It will allow for much better trade between our two nations. We would also accept the land that who have offered earlier. I would also suggest a no tariff act between our countries. Sound better?"

"I believe we can live with that," MacKensie replied. "A refuelling base and training facility on the northernmost island would work. I would have to get the Legislature to ratify the agreement, but I don't see any objection to a twenty year term for the base, subject to renewal upon its end.

"As for the issue of tariffs... I believe that is something best left for our respective trade ministers to discuss."

"Good. Good. I am glad that we could solve this situation peacefully. I would like to again say that I am sorry for the brash actions my nation took. It was unfair of me to, for lack of a better word, use you to please people in my nation. I promise that it will not happen again. Now, I am sure we can type up an agreement somewhere on this vessel, but the only problem is: how do we get out?"

OOC: that seems like a good place to break off... at least until Nellisland gets back online to let our leaders out :D. By the way, when I colour the islands in on the map, did you have a particular colour preference?

OOC: that seems like a good place to break off... at least until Nellisland gets back online to let our leaders out :D. By the way, when I colour the islands in on the map, did you have a particular colour preference?

OOC: Something manly like...pink. No make it green. Nellisland should arrive back soon. He is my cousin so I can always call him.

OOC: Okay. Map has been updated. The black triangle on the Archipelago is your new base site. To avoid confusion, I've made unclaimed/unknown territory grey instead of dark green.

OOC: Sweetness.

OOC: Most interesting, and on my doorstep as well.

"It would appear we have children playing outside, when will they learn, never it seems," mused a tall willowy woman, her ice blue eyes idly reading a recent report as she leaned against the railing that separated her office from the areas below, placing the report down she turned round to peer below at the group surrounding a large table in heated discussion, "Vaekontris Enzar," her fair voice interrupted, although soft it carried a great distance, and was instantly heard, "Report to my office immediately!"

From down below a slight shuffling could be heard as below the Vaekontris left his station below to ascend up through the facility, the Woman cast a gaze up, sweeping her eyes across the upper areas of the facility before she caught the eye of another one of the bases personnel, crooking a finger while staring intently at him she beckoned him down also, her very stance made clear the fact that it was her way or no way. Stepping out of view the soldier also made his way, once out of view cursing under his breath his miserable luck, he had only just returned from leave, but then, the Srihacul was known as a fair and even taskmistress.

"Now, We have a large disturbance building up on the northern border, a series of islands, originally a colony in ancient times have been claimed by 2 nations, the matter of dispute seems to be causing rising tensions, we have no interest in these islands, a disaster there millennia ago ended those colonies, they are now in what English is known as Necropolis' , now you," Raising a long thin finger to the man she had beckoned down earlier, a thin smile caressing her full red lips before she began again, running her fingers over the keys of a terminal idly, tapping away a few commands.

"Vaekontris will direct a brood of Tokons to make their presence felt, intimidate all you like, but fire only when fired upon, and you Senvikias, ready the Halmirez, I will be pressing home the reminder that open battle on our frontiers, we will not allow, we are the masters of the Atlantic, and they would do well to remember that." she said with an air of finality, confident in her absolute authority, she had given her orders and all under her command would move to obey, she had proven on many occasion that she would go to any length to safeguard those under her command, just like those under the command of this powerful woman would themselves go to any length to safeguard and obey not only her, but the Novan state.

"I expect everything to be readied within an hour, I have already dispatched orders for the outer patrols to be intensified, and a small task force is awaiting, you two merely need to set everything in motion, now go," clearly dismissed the two saluted briskly to the Srihacul, before pin wheeling on their heels and marching out of the well appointed office, fingers steepled as thoughts filled her head as she shuddered gently, marveling at the fact that anyone would want to lay claim to a Valxiri was beyond her, it was doubtful, she mused to herself, that they bothered to properly explore their claim, still she reflected I will not allow the children to squabble, not at this time of year, and not on the north border of all places.

The Woman raised her head, locking eyes with a portrait of an imperial pair, once know to the world as The Twin Emperors, Valkesean and Valtoronian, a great and noble pair, it was at this time of year that their deaths were due to be honored, and younger nations squabbling on the borders without intervention would mar their memory, they had died at the end of the Second World War, dying after their relentless drive and resolve, their perfect partnership with the council of ministers, and their union with the people, had provided an unstoppable combination, for they had all rallied together, as was proper and protected these lands. No she reflected once more I cannot allow it

Srihacul, ma'am our ships are ready, Vaekontris Enzar dispatched the Tokons earlier, and accompanies them with his personal Kashizrion Squadron," this last drew a look of venom from the Srihacul, "I trust, he had the good sense to hang to the rear, we have precious few Kashizrions at present, and I will not have them squandered, send up a wing of Voloko's immediately," as the words left her beautiful lips a Ventulas relayed the command and minutes later the order had been carried out, from the Fortress from which they had just departed, Zukavar Hfantak came hurtling a full wing of Voloko Vurazestals went pell mell after the fast advancing swarm of birdlike machines swarming forth in the distance.

It would not take long for the swarm to reach the idle ships of negotiation, spreading out the mechanical buzzards flew low over the fleet, blocking out the sky, such were their numbers making no hostile movements, of a black metallic color, streaked with a blood red crimson marking, and emblazoned on them the emblem of the four armed star they flew, their weaponry active but not yet armed, and from behind the Kashizirions, halted hovering in mid air, "Attention USN King William II, this is Vaekontris Enzar of the Novacom Military, we have noticed this dispute off of our borders and we are here merely to ensure this does not escalate, my Commander approaches behind me, to ensure that the situation does not escalate." came an open transmission, in a strange accented English, as the Tokons flew low over the ships, reminding the casual onlooker, of vultures in the desert.

Standing up casting a glance round the bridge placing her hands on her slim well formed hips, cinching her uniform even tighter to her splendid form her chest thrusting out slightly as she called out, "well, why have we not departed yet? full speed ahead," her words fast snapped the bridge crew out of their reverie as they snapped to their duties, and the NMS Halmirez, the Vrikalas Super Dreadnought, and it's attendant squadron surged forth, leaving the fortress in their wake, and the Srihacul stood, motionless, hands on hips head lifted slightly eyes open and blond hair, drifting slightly behind her, as if a great figurehead of a ship, stood that legendarily formidable woman Eleanor Fityzen.

Novacom: You're bringing what appears to be a PMT nation to an MT RP, ad a rather huge nation at that. At least Nellisland and Rosdivan had the courtesy to send official notices, not huge fleets. Plus, you chose a poor time to enter; Great Nari and Trivalvia have come to an agreement, and the RP is now winding down.

Novacom: You're bringing what appears to be a PMT nation to an MT RP, ad a rather huge nation at that. At least Nellisland and Rosdivan had the courtesy to send official notices, not huge fleets. Plus, you chose a poor time to enter; Great Nari and Trivalvia have come to an agreement, and the RP is now winding down.

OOC: Amen...plus I have a strict rule that I do not RP with PMT nations without prior discussion.

OOC Update: Novacom and I exchanged a couple of TGs and things are cool for the moment.

OOC Update: Novacom and I exchanged a couple of TGs and things are cool for the moment.

OOC: What did you guys decide?

"Sir, I believe they have come to sort of a decision. Should we let them out."

"Yes, then send them to my office."

OOC: Novacom is "looking over our shoulder" for the time being. You could call it either "keeping tabs on things" or "quiet intimidation" - either works.

Anyway, we should wrap this up...

IC:

Draft: Formal Treaty between Trivalvia and Great Nari
Hereafter known as the "Nellisland Treaty"

Article 1. Great Nari formally recognizes Trivalvia's claim to the Quadrivalve Archipelago, and withdraws its own claim to parts of the archipelago.

Article 2. Trivalvia formally recognizes Great Nari's claim to the island chain at [coordinates] (OOC: we really need a name for those islands) and surrenders any future claims to them.

Article 3. In the interest of promoting friendly relations, Trivalvia hereby grants Great Nari a 20 year lease to the northernmost island in the Quadrivalve Archipelago, for the establishment of a Narite naval refuelling station and training facility.
3. a) This lease may be renewed at the end of the period, by joint agreement from both governments.
3. b) Trivalvia reserves the right to end the lease should hostilities break out between the two nations, or should Great Nari engage in military actions againt Trivalvian allies. (OOC: this does not mean you lose the base immediately, but the Trivalvian government may consider revoking the lease as leverage should you move against an allied nation and should Trivalvia not approve).

Signed on this date, Oct 7, 200x [signatures]

OOC again: that's the draft so far. No direct RPing as we now get to haggling details, but I think this encompasses the gist of what we spoke about. Exchange of embassies is left out of the treaty as its a seperate matter, but we'll assume the exchange has taken place. Trade relations we'll assume go into effect some six NS months after this treaty - I don't think anyone really wants to sit through an RP of trade officials haggling over tariffs, subsidies, etc... ;)

If you approve, we'll consider the treaty signed and in force, then both Great Nari and I can post an "epilogue" post from each of our perspectives. Nellisland, if you wanted to weigh in on the treaty - after all you helped make it possible - it'd be appreciated.

Official Clandonian Response
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Clandonia welcomes the sensible diplomatic dealings between the nations involved. We know see this crisis as over and congratulate our allies on achieving the peace.

"I accept to these term."

Wallace takes out a pen and signs.

OOC: Sounds good to me. You can name the islands since they are in your general facility.

Epilogue: Trivalvia

A Cafe in Saint Asher,
One day after the Nellisland Treaty is signed.

"To a job well done and a war averted." President William Mackensie raised his glass in toast.

His aide, Samantha, touched her glass to his in response. "Hear hear, sir." After taking a sip, she set her glass down. "I understand the Narites are not wasting time."

"The ink barely had time to dry before they brought in the first surveyors and engineers to build their refuelling base. So far they're happy." MacKensie took a moment to loosen his tie. "And this way we can keep an eye on them in the event they decide to try something again."

"Let's hope they don't. Once was enough," said a voice by the table. MacKensie looked up to see a woman clad in the uniform of the Trivalvian Naval Forces.

"Ah, Admiral Carter. I take it the fleet is docked at the new Monovalve Bay NFB. Care to join us?"

Admiral Yvonne Carter pulled up a chair to the table. "I won't be able to stay long; the Bivalviaton will be conducting drills in the morning and I want to oversee them personally. Did you get a copy of my report, Mr. President?"

"Not yet, I'm afraid. It's probably waiting on my desk back in Trivalviapolis."

"This isn't the most secure environment," Yvonne began, "so I'll won't go into details, but Great Nari and Nellisland were not the only nations to bring ships to bear during this incident. A fleet was lurking near our waters... and they brought a superdreadnaught."

MacKensie sat up straight. "Do we know who they are?"

"No sir. But that's something for Intelligence to worry about. The bottom line is, now that we have a toehold in the Atlantic, our current navy isn't going to be enough.

"Destroyers, Frigates, and Corvettes served us well when we were just patrolling the coast, but to maintain our presence in the Atlantic and abroad we'll need a real blue-water fleet. I've outlined this in greater detail in my report, but..."

"Essentially, you'll need more ships, and that means more funding." MacKensie frowned. "And you thought it necessary to ruin my little celebratory dinner?"

One corner of Yvonne's mouth rose in a grin. "Think of it as food for thought, Mr. President." She stood. "Nice seeing you again, Samantha."

"Yvonne," Samantha replied as the Admiral left the cafe.

MacKensie looked at his aide. "You told her we were coming here, didn't you?"

Samantha stirred her soup with a spoon. "I might have mentioned it to her in passing. You know how former high-school friends can be."

"Hm. Thick as thieves, sometimes. And just when I was looking forward to a good night's sleep." He smiled. "But still, that's something I can leave for tomorrow. What say we put the world on hold for tonight?"

Samantha smiled back. "Sounds good to me, sir."

-fin-

OOC: Thanks and mad props to everyone in this RP; it was a load of fun to start and see through to this moment, and with surprisingly few hiccups. Hopefully we can do it again sometime.

We are glad the situation solved with diplomatic. You should never underestimate the power of good diplomats. We also want to thank Nellisland for their work with the situation in the Quadrivalve Archipelago.

We also would like to take the opportunity to offer an embassy exchange to Trivalvia, as we would like to strengthen our ties with the nation.

Werner Moltov
Prime Minister and Leader of Kopparbergs' Socialist Party (KSP)
The Socialist Kingdom of Kopparbergs

Kopparbergs: your offer for an exchange of embassies is accepted.

On the ride back the mainland, President Amras Wallace recieved a call on his cell from Vice President Damon Hermanus.

"Damon...we did, and you said me tirck wouldn't work."

"Yeah, it was a good plan after all. I shouldn't have doubted you."

"Always ask for way more than you want to, and you will always get exactly what you what. The leadership from Trivalvia didn't know what hit them."

"Brillant, sir."

Amras let out a chuckled as he said, "Send crews to begin construction on our new Military-Naval Complex, and find contractors to survey the land we acquired."

"Yes sir."