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Confederation of Sol
Topic Started: Mar 25 2010, 08:51 PM (602 Views)
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"Senatus Populusque Humus"

Also known as: The Federal Republic of Earth





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History | Faction Information | Government of the Confederation of Sol | Lifestyle | Planetary Holdings of the Confederation | Military of the Confederation | Economy of the Confederation | Characters of the Confederation | Arsenal of the Confederation

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History of the Confederation of Sol


The history of the Confederation was brought together by the mutual cooperation of the world's remaining superpowers following several drastic wars, famines and disasters in 2140. By then, the United States of the Americas (which now have included much of the Americas, the South Pacific and a protectorate, Taiwan) had begun colonizations on the Moon, called Liberty. As the other remaining superpowers lagged behind in American technological progress, the European Union, Chinese Pacific Co-Prosperity Sphere and the Russian Federation acquiesced to American demands of exchange for technology and mutual cooperation for an united unicameral legislature based in Washington, DC. Nevertheless, the American push for unification came at a great cost towards the constituent parties as the Confederation was purposefully kept decentralized, for American intentions.

Under the first president, the Confederation began terraforming the Martian climate. Consequently, following the ratification by a majority of representatives within the Senate, individual nations were allowed to continue existence thus causing a cold war amongst the remaining superpowers for control within the Senate. Around 2163, the superpowers began to engage in proxy ways, as a front (per say as Imperialism) simply for more seats within the Senate, which determined the next President. Unfortunately on March 23rd, 2163, European ultranationalists struck against the Chinese Sphere causing the first war of the 'Unity Age'.

The Wars of Influential Aggression left little to no improvement for either side. Dozens of neutral cities, and nations were decimated as the armies of the European Union and Chinese Sphere traversed about the Earth, afraid to strike within each other's homeland. The war was finally concluded by 2168 through the Treaty of Tehran. At the same time, while the superpowers fought against each other with no aim or end in sight, the United States and Russian Federation solidified themselves within the Senate, gaining a distinct advantage over the Europeans and Chinese.

Under President Washington, another American (due to the American majority that still existed within the Senate, as it had expanded control over Japan and Taiwan), full fledged colonization efforts were initiated towards the Moon and Mars. By then traces of Oxygen begun to materialize in the atmosphere, and billions of dollars of investment began to reimburse itself. On September 15th, 2174, the colony of Elysium Fields was founded - the first colony on Mars. Mars would quickly grow as a colony as corporations found vast wealth under the reddened surface and the decreasing cost and time to travel to the Martian planet. By 2184, the Confederate Senate was expanded to include Martian representatives, and a single Lunar representatives (who represented the Moon).

For the next 20 years, there was relative peace. There were amazingly few quarrels, next to no proxy wars in what would be later called the Era of Peace. But by 2204, first contact came in reach with an alien species colloquially known as 'the Furies'. At the time there was little to no bloodshed as only a handful of colonists in the Proxima System were killed but the location of Humanity was kept intact. Under President Stauben, the first European in office by pure backlogging and fraud voting, continued the expansion of the Solar System through the introduction of 'en mass cloning'. Although widely opposed, it soon became a necessity for the ensuring longevity of Mankind.

In 2228, the three superpowers once again fought for mere votes following the death of President Stauben who served several years (2207-2227). The war was inconclusive and resulted in a 'puppet' President, President Ichrio who had no real power whatsoever and was left as a figurehead for people to believe in a sense of unity. Ichrio however implemented legislation that legalized private operations on Venus and Mercury, bringing in new wealth into the Confederation in due time.

Yet in 2241, the Furies, out of the blue sky without any preconceived warning or thought appeared in Earth's atmosphere. By the end of this bloody day (March 22nd), thousands if not millions laid dead and the Furies had an established foothold in numerous locations about the World. This promptly led to a temporary unification of arms amongst the Earth nations that in due time pushed the Furies off-world. Meanwhile, the Furies launched another offensive onto Mars which was promptly defeated as their landing coordinates placed them in the middle of a test firing zone for weapons of mass destruction.

The war against the Furies would drag on for several years, even on extrasolar planets in Alpha Centauri before it finally ended with the capitulation of their home planet, Euryinnes. What followed was a mass extinction of the species (led to believe) at the hands of the human forces but much of this information was withheld from the public. The humans returned home victorious, only to pick up old battles and tensions against one another as soon as peace seemed tangible.

Tensions reached an all-time high in November, 2252 as Donald Francis Draper was elected to the office through an extremely close but decisive Senate election. The issue of planetary rights, and the increasing role of federalization of the Confederation were amongst the main issues of the Draper Administration - including mass militarization and rapid expansion. Within a month, the Martian Senate voted to secede from the Confederation, along with the Chinese Sphere and numerous other states on Earth citing abuses at the hands of the Confederation of Sol, and corruption the United States and Russian Federation posses over the Senate. But the crisis of nullification left the United States and the Russian Federation at odds as President Draper officially issued an executive decree absorbing all nations still loyal to the Confederation to be merged as a single nation, armies to be drafted to 'liberate' the 'traitors', and mass militarization of the Human Navy.

Under new executive decree without consent of the Senate, Draper reorganized the Confederation of Sol into the Federal Republic of Earth, or simply known as 'the Union'. What resulted was a protracted and imbued secessionist movement led primarily by the Martian Caucus Bloc, representatives of Mars within the Senate. Following their secession, they struck against the Federal Republic prompting the First Human Civil War, lasting from 2252-2256. Ultimately, the Martians, aided by the Asiatic Republic were soundly defeated by the Federal Republic. New legislation immediately eradicated all forms of national power, vesting it to the Federal Republic solely hereby disallowing the possibilities of secession and civil war in the near future.
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Faction Information of the Confederation of Sol


The Confederation of Sol is a presidential, unitary, representative republic. It is headed by a President who serves a term of eight years (no limitation) by the Senate. It is currently the 83rd session for the Senate, following the election of Donald Francis Draper into office. Currently, the Confederation is still based in the American Eastern Megalopolis, New York Borough.

The Federal Republic is a humancentric, pro-expansion, pro-commercialization republic. Pre-alien legislation has already been passed prohibiting many rights and liberties normally given to citizens of the Republic towards aliens. The Republic itself acts like an empire, already in control of a diverse and widespread base of Homo saipens while aggressively expanding into unchartered space. The Republic is also heavily pro-military, and pro-laissez faire, preempting the widespread militarization of the Navy along with the Ground Armies.

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Characters of the Confederation of Sol


Executive Cabinet

President: Donald Draper
Vice President: Richard Gauss II

Chief Architect: Theo Vergis
Deputy Architect: Ulysses Grant

Federal Intelligence Director: Gehardt M. Streucker
Federal Intelligence Deputy Director: Bill Halsey

Director, Special Activities Division: Evelyn 'Circe' Alcott

Judicial Cabinet

Magister of the Federal Judiciary: Carlo V. Sforza
Justicia Consul: Marcus Tullius
Justicia: Erwin Breton
Justicia: Vladimir Putvolsky
Justicia: Karl Skarsgard


Mlitarise Cabinet

Supreme Commander of the Confederation: Lawrence T. Chamberlain
Commandant of the Mlitarise: Ludwig Rommel

Supreme Commander, Sol System: James Kissinger
Commandant, Earth: Charles Menken


Supreme Commander, Alpha Centauri System:
Commandant, Augustum:

Supreme Commander, Beta Centauri System:
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Lifestyle of the Confederation of Sol


The culture of the Confederation of Sol is the aggregation of myriads of cultures about the Earth combined into a single unifying power. The prevalent auras of culture stem from the superstates, a clash between collectivism and individualism, Capitalism and Communism and Liberty and Tyranny. Because of a dominating American influence culturally, socially and economically for much of the 21st century, many lifestyles were adopted by others and so were attitudes.

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The prevalent themes occurring within Human architecture resemble those of sleek modernism, and futurism. Large skyscrapers towering hundreds of fleet into the sky, buildings that extend for miles, or rapid transit metros throughout the cities are but examples. The relics of old are kept in best condition as possible, a testament to the survivability of Mankind.

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Pictured: Freedom's Point, Capitol Building of the Confederation


Attitude

The speed of Human discovery and technology has accelerated since the Computer Age in the late 20th century. As a result, AIs, robotics, genetically engineering crops ensures the survivability of all. The belief in a human-centric universe is prevalent, often the center for debate at the Senate. Upon discovery of minor species outside the Solar System, Humanity quickly captured and examined these organisms as if they were playthings.

Wealth is disproportionately favored towards the inhabitants of Europe, the Americas and Australia. The cleanest, most pristine of all cities are on the Americas whereas the dirtiest, the 'scum of society' are conveniently located on Asia and Africa. Nevertheless, wealth is seen as a factor of success within Human society.


Capitalism

A major tenet, and invention of the Americans to force Capitalism all about the World, it is a belief in free-unrestrained, individualistic markets. The primary ruling government has no major involvement within the economy as it leaves the people to do their bidding. As a result, there is widespread corruption, illegal actions and numerous white-collar crimes.

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Pictured: Port of North Atlantic, Atlantic Ocean


Liberty

Believing in the natural rights automatically given to each individual at birth, the Confederation prizes itself highly on individual liberty. This includes many tents from religion to speech. However many 'liberties' such as the rights of human clones, weaponry ownership, etc remain in contention by popular belief and ebb from legislation year to year depending on the dominant party in power.


Nationalism

Extreme pride is taken into consideration when talking about the Federation. Following a civil war of brother against brother, Humanity realize its fragile place in the Universe, and with the possibility of extrasolar life, proved that Humanity must unify under one banner to save its own kind from extinction. It is evident in such nationalism the same political party, the 'Imperial Party' has been the dominant party for the past several decades noted for its famous 'pro-Humanity, pro-military, pro-economy, pro-centralization' stances that the Confederation so desperately needed.

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Pictured: 'American National Rally', 2200


Federalism

Much of the strength of the Federal Republic rests within its ability to be wildly centralized yet able to delegate enumerated powers to 'districts' (present day nations were organized into districts). From that, the people are beguiled into believing the power truly rests in their hands while Senators work tirelessly to have funding projects targeted in their districts to continually garner votes.

Expansionism

A young, vibrant Republic, many Humans have recognized the necessity for Humanity to expand. As its economy, population and demand keeps growing, so does the demand for newer planets to extract and colonize. As a result, politicians and leaders are forced to publicly address the means of expanding the nascent Republic deeper within space for the greater good and prosperity of the Human race.

Industrialism

Heavy reliance on technology has led to a new birth in manufacturing and production. Completely eliminating the need for manual labor, automated processes are able to produce a majority of necessary goods within the Republic in a single day. The great manufacturing centers of the Rhine Industrial Metropolis, Cleveland-Toledo Eastern Industrial Metroplex and Okinawa Industrial Pyramid provide much of the commercial goods needed within a single day.
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Planets of the Confederation of Sol


Sol Sector


  • Sector Capital: Earth
  • Largest Planet: Earth



Planets Colonized:

  • Earth
  • Mars
  • Lunar
  • Venus
  • Mercury
  • Neptune


Link: Solar System

Alpha Centauri Sector


  • Sector Capital: Augustum
  • Largest Planet: Augustum


Planets Colonized:

  • Augustum
  • Augusta Vindelicum Agrigentum
  • Vindobona
  • Illyria
  • Ithaca
  • Elysian
  • Nostalgia


Link: Alpha Centauri System
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Military of the Confederation of Sol


Military doctrine within the Confederation is now derived mostly into two parts: Naval and Land warfare. Much emphasis is put on naval warfare as the Confederation is more reliant on space-faring vessels for military purposes than it is for land battles. Nevertheless both emphases are joined together by a Joint Command Staff which in turn heads entire armadas of vessels and their land based contingents.

Land based contingents are furthermore organized into legions, composing itself of jointed land and air elements (the use of seaborne vessels is considered outdated). Legions themselves are able to transfer between fleets with much ease (as they are granted their own FTL-capable vessels). Each legion is composed of approximately 40,000 soldiers (EIGIs).

I Fleet

The I Fleet also known as the 'Big One' is the first army created under a single banner of Earth. It is headed by Grand Admiral Joseph Du Galle with a complement Major General Robert Nondorf. Supreme Commander William Chamberlain's flagship the FRN Alexandria is located famously within the I Fleet. It is stationed in Norfolk, American District, Earth

Naval Contingent:
  • x5 Kaiser-class Capital Ships
    x12 Norfolk-class Capital Ships
    x2 Imperial-class Capital Ships
    x1 FRN Alexandria Kasier-class Capital Ship[
Ground Based Contingent:


II Fleet

Famously known simply as 'Devildogs', the II Fleet is a specialized core, specifically to the tune of Marines. It is headed by Commandant Erhardt Moedel, who also heads the land based contingent too. The II Fleet is based in Firenze, Mars and is the first fleet to represented the newly reformed government of Mars.

Naval Contingent:
x 3 Kaiser-class Capital ships
x 5 Norfolk-class Capital ship
x 3 Imperial-class Capital ship

Ground Based Contingent:

III Fleet

The first fleet based outside of Earth, the III Fleet is colloquially known in Alpha Centauri as 'the Protectors'. It is headed by Admiral Francis Fukuyama and General Phillip Glass. The III Fleet is based in Libertie, Augustum, Alpha Centauri.

Naval Contingent:
x 3 Kaiser-class Capital ships
x 5 Norfolk-class Capital ship
x 3 Imperial-class Capital ship

Ground Based Contingent:
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Economy of the Confederation of Sol


The economy of the Confederation is a mixed, but mostly capitalistic economy. Businesses are free for material pursuit and enterprise so long as it does not compromise factional security, or directly involves the association of 'non-humans'. Since the incorporation of many new technologies and ultimately the unification of Earth, the standard GDP and GPP rates have exponentially grown with the affluence mostly concentrated in the wealthy and middle classes. Education is highly emphasized for job placement and is de facto a requirement for voting.
Corporations are encouraged to expand, especially on planets chartered by the Confederation for colonization.

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Federal Treasury of Sol

The Federal Treasury is composed of two distinct organizations: the actual Federal Treasury itself which is concerned with the storage, loaning and investments side of the federal economic policy and the Federal Banking Institution which is concerned with the monetary policy and at times advises on the fiscal policy plans appropriated through the Senate. A third but more joint organization exists, the Federal Economics Commission which is primarily a board of oversight which counsels the Federal Monetary Board when in session.


Weekly Net Gain: 60 900 000 UC/week

Fiscal policy dictates that there is currently an interest rate of 6.5%, and that economic growth is expected to grow at a rate of 5-6% per fiscal quarter.

Federal Actuary and Accounting Bureau

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Accounting Record

31 May - June 5
+38 800 000 Beginning UC
+9,300,000 Weekly UC (Revenue - Upkeep)

June 5th - 14th

+38 800 000 Beginning UC
+ 18 480 000 Weekly UC
= 57 280 000 End UC

June 14th - 21st
+57 280 000 Beginning UC
+ 18 480 000 Weekly UC
- 48 500 000 Purchases UC
= 27 266 000 End UC

June 21st - 28th
+27 266 000  Beginning UC
+ 18 840 000 Weekly UC
= 46 106 000 End UC

July 1st-10th
+4 086 000 UC Beginning UC
+46 106 000 UC Weekly UC

July 11th - 17th
+ 327 000 Beginning UC
+47 106 000 UC Weekly UC
- 31 900 000 UC Purchases UC
= 15 206 000 UC End UC

July 18th - July 25th
+ 15 206 000 UC Beginning UC
+ 60 900 000 UC Weekly UC


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Characters of the Confederation of Sol (Consolidated)


All heroes, alive or dead used in the course of the Republic's history will be posted here. They are listed in order of appearance.

Donald Francis Draper
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: President, Confederation of Sol

Thomas Vergis
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Chief Architect, Confederation of Sol

General James Radec
Status: DECEASED, 2254, Shanghai Zone of Alienation, Earth
Affiliation: Supreme Commander, Martian Separatist Confederacy

Frank Chaplain Nitti
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Don, the Outfit Crime Syndicate (Lunar)

Raymond Prescott
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Councilor, Martian Separatist Confederacy

Raylan Crowder
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Special Operative, Federal Investigations Bureau; Asset, Federal Intelligence; Confederation of Sol

Lawrence Chamberlain
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Supreme Commander, Confederation of Sol

Gehardt Maria Streucker
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Director, Federal Intelligence Agency; Commander, Special Activities Division; Confederation of Sol

Carlo V. Sforza
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Magister of the Federal Judiciary, Confederation of Sol

Franz Gephardt (formerly William Bishop)
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Commander, Martian Resistance

Jonathon Bishop
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: 'The Secretary', the Conspiracy; Former Supreme Commander; Conspirator against the Draper Presidency; Confederation of Sol

Frank Pulaski
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: The Union for Mining and Production; Confederation of Sol

Evelyn 'Circe' Alcott
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Director, Special Activities Division; Confederation of Sol

Johnathon Solomon Dawes
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Speaker of the Senate; Confederation of Sol

Charlotte Alexandra Draper
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Confederation of Sol

Johnathon S. Dawes
Status: ALIVE
Affiliation: Confederation of Sol

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Arsenal of the Confederation of Sol


Spacecraft

Norfolk-class
Ship Type: Capital
Status: ACTIVE

Kaiser-class
Ship Type: Capital
Status: ACTIVE

Cornith-class
Ship Type: Capital
Status: DECOMMISSIONED

Imperial-class
Ship Type: Capital
Status: ACTIVE

Viper-class
Ship Type: Superiority fighter
Status: ACTIVE

Hyperion-class
Ship Type: Capital
Status: ACTIVE
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