Total War: 2126 (IC)

[KalShurak]

Technorapture

To UON [PM]

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I agree with continuing our mining project.

Did we manage to develop the template for an adaptive AI? (ooc: Mistral, did we, when how smart is it and how big the computer core?)

With the brewing of more and more wars on earth, we have to look into appropriate preparations do secure our independence.

Does the Lunar Empire still need assistance in restoring Tycho City? In general we should try and coordinate our votes for Project Earth’s space program.

[razovor]

The Lunar Empire

To UON [PM]

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Tycho city is still ruined, but we've compensated by improving our industry elsewhere. We would still benefit from building the city, but is not a priority, the cities citizens have been provided with free accommodation elsewhere.

We benefited from the AI project, but there is still potential to increase it further, or our scientists can help us with the asteroid project.

To Project Earth

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You are cordially invited to join the United Space Council.

[daelrog]

Project Earth

Space Program Update
Project Earth has received the first votes. Of 17 possible votes total, currently the voting has gone as followed

Tycho Restoration: 0 votes
Clean Space Program: 1 vote
Space Transit Program: 3 votes
Extension of Environmental Restoration: 1 vote

The 18 votes

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With two votes:
Lunar Empire, Varunas, Station 9, Stichelhaar Consulting, Technorapture, UHI
With one vote:
Tuoung, Khinh, UK, Gaul, Tamoanchan, Southern Federation

Lunar Empire, United Space Council

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Project Earth humbly accepts the Lunar Empire's cordial invitation for us to join the United Space Council.

The WANN
"Tonight, we have heard word from the House of Delegates. Three of Project Earth's programs are combining into one. The Green Energy Program, Sustainable Agriculture Program, and Industrial Technologies Program have now become a single entity called the Sustainable Progress Program (SPP). We have a very distinguished speaker tonight. Please give a warm welcome to permanent member of the Project Earth Council, Ndidi Eze."

The woman is in her late fifties, yet still hold a strong charisma and beauty. The hair starting to grey only seems to add to her appearance. "Thank you. Yes, this is a bold move on the part of the House of Delegates, one that the Project Earth Council unanimously agrees with. Already the Green Energy Program and Industrial Technology Program were working hand in hand. Upon further research, we discovered the Sustainable Agricultrue Program could benefit from the consolidation.

"This has also been to ensure that our Space Sciences Program will be supported enough now that the voting has begun by the space powers. This is also the balance we found with the One Movement Coalition. With this move, we have seven programs now running, six of which are research based. We feel with but a little international support, the Global Health Program will be completed. With significant international support, the much larger and ambitious Environmental Revitalization Program will also be completed in one year or two, depending on the amount of assistance we receive.

"Once these programs start completing, the world will understand that there is a future in our method of governance. Once the world sees the quality of our own nation rise, and sees the benefits once they begin adopted our successful research as well, we hope a closer knit world will become possible."

"Thank you Madam. If I may be so bold, I believe the people are interested in hearing about your Council's position on the North American Hegemony, and the rejection of a Soviet Directorate diplomatic office within the UPWA."

"Yes, I'm sure the people are very interested."

A few moments passed as anchor woman Oni looked increasingly uncomfortable.

"The civil war, soon to be international conflict, surrounding the North American Hegemony is regrettable. As you know, we were asked to conduct an investigation. We discovered evidence to suggest the Hegemony were involved in the pirate attacks, and nothing to refute it. Our nation did as we were asked, and now we can only wait to see what happens to the Western Hemisphere. The Council hopes that things will be resolved, but we maintain our neutrality is the priority.

"As to the Soviet Directorate, our leaders hold nothing but respect for the Soviets. We appreciated their offer immensely. However, after discussion back and forth, we felt the diplomatic office was but the first step towards a military alliance. As is our nation's position not to accept military alliances no matter the nation, we could not make an exception for them."

[Exthalion]

Varunas to Project Earth

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Both our votes to the Tycho restoration unless we receive word from our allies the Lunar Empire that it is not a priority.

Varunas to UON

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We request a leave to attempt to restore our supply chains this turn. We will be continuing the AI project.

[Mistral]

Stichelhaar Consulting to Lunar Empire

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"We thank you for your invitation, but we respectfully decline. We have a wide range of contract obligations both on Earth and in space, and would not wish to take on any responsibility that may prejudice our business in any way. If you wish to contract our military branch for your defensive needs, you may speak to a representative at any time."

UHI to Lunar Empire

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"Thank you. We are pleased to join you."

To Technorapture, UON (PM)

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OOC: No. A fully adaptive, true AI will be among the last things that you develop, since that will be the culmination of the project. Even when finished, the first models will be (a) huge, and (b) effectively fixed in location, in that they will rely on the particular arrangement and architecture of the system as well as raw numbers or processing strength.

[NomNom]

African Cradle

Erika's day was not going well. Strife all over, accusations flying left and right, plans in disarray... Not it was indeed a bad day. She counts her country lucky that so far no one has noticed her nation, and Africa has surprisingly been ignored in the conflicts thus far.

To Lunar Empire

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Mighty Emperor,

How are your recovery efforts? What are your takes on the recent aggressions and comuniques amongst the Earthly countries? I must admit my expertise of space and the moon is lacking, and hope to start a friendship of sorts.

Peace to you,

Erika Zulu

To Carthage

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Mighty Hannibal,

Africa has thus far remained quiet, and my people are restless. Is there anything further we can do to help you perserve this great land?

[razovor]

The Lunar Empire

To the African Cradle [+++++ +]

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President Erika,

My recovery efforts are progressing as expected; slowly. Rebuilding Tycho City is not a priority, our citizens have been relocated, and the infrastructure we lost has been rebuilt elsewhere.

The actions of the American Hegemony concern me, and I would see them removed from office, in whatever manner is best for their people.

Cobra's motivations are suspect, but they do not seem to have caused any actual harm.

After they attacked my people unprovoked, it became clear that the New Roman Empire is a threat to global stability. I have neither the power, nor support to deal with them, so for now I must do nothing.

As to the space powers, Blue Heaven is a definite threat, as a terrorist organisation, but their strength is entirely unknown.

Emperor Nicolas

To the UON

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Why restore your supply lines? You are in no imminent danger. Everything you need to survive is already produced internally on the moon. The loss of supply lines weakened you, but it can not kill you.

The asteroid project is as good a way as any to restore your economy, and it'll give your scientists a way to contribute; I doubt they'd be much use restoring your supply lines.

To Project Earth

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Why have you granted the Tuong Khinh two votes? They control Vietnam.

We vote for Environmental restoration

[KalShurak]

Technorapture

To UON [PM]

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Technorapture aimed as a minimal goal for an AI with an intelligence level similar to chimps, dolphins, crows or octopi with a processing core not larger then a human head. At this level, a dedicated AI should be able to control an automated production- or refining line as well as pilot crafts with enough problem solving abilities for prolonged independent operation.

I agree with Emperor Elijah I on the mining project. Currently our dependency on heavy elements imported from earth is our main weakness, at least in terms of productivity. In comparison the loss of some luxury foods is merely an inconvenience.

To Project Earth

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Technorapture puts his two votes towards Space Transit Program and the Extension of Environmental Restoration program.

We further wish to discuss the possibility to invest into the Sustainable Progress Program. To this end we would like to arrange a meeting between some of our representatives. For a change of pace we would like to hold this meeting down on the earth.

[d3vil]

The Holy Land of Tamoanchan
International Broadcast

Diego Zuma, wearing the traditional robes of the Pipiltin, stands inside an Eco-Dome. Behind him, a lush rainforest can be clearly seen. The camera focuses on his face as he begins to discuss the current situation on and around planet earth.

"My Lord, Quezalcoatl IV, is deeply moved by the occurrences all over the globe.
Minorities, culturally and ethnically, are always in the focus of tyrants and warmongers. Providing a safe haven for his people was the prime principle in the creation of his Holy Lands.
Every leader, every government has a duty to his subjects and citizens, regardless of heritage.
Mongolia and China show great wisdom and honor by their cooperation. Tibet should consider its past, having been a minority for a long time themselves. Didn't you learn from history? Show the Han people the compassion you would have wished for a hundred years ago instead of holding to this grudge and use it as a reason to go to war!

The Tamoanchan comends the Cuban courage to step up and aid the oppressed minority. While we do not wish to disrespect the sovereignty of the the North American Hegemony, we offer every native american refugee asylum in the Holy Lands for Tamoanchan. The same offering is extended to the minorities in the Andean Union.

The Holy Ruler of Tamoanchan, Quezalcoatl IV, strongly advises to refrain from further oppressing his people, his temper, divine as it is, still remains finite."

The broadcast ends in a presentation of the Eco-Dome technology.

To the Moon King

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We welcome the invitation and look forward to further discussions. We are particularly interested in the ressources available in space, especially in regards to advanced fusion reactors. Can you offer any insight?

[Exthalion]

Varunas to UON [PM]

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We agree. However, AI for the specified purpose is pointless, complex programming is already able to perform those functions near perfectly.

We suggest using multiple weak AI as the base unit of a large neural network. The miniaturized quantum computers we have produced will be sufficient for the mainframe analog of our AI. We are continuing refining them.

[daelrog]

Project Earth

Varunas

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The Lunar Empire did not vote for the Tycho Restoration Program. We will withold your two votes until we receive confirmation of whether you wish to change your votes or not in light of this.

Lunar Empire

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OOC: Did not realize Tuoung Khinh were in Vietnam too. I have edited the post above to reflect what it should be.

IC: Your vtoes have been added.

Technorapture

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We would be happy to host a representative and discuss the Sustainable Progress Program. Your votes will be added.

Voting Update (17 total votes possible)
Tycho Restoration: 0 votes
Clean Space: 1 vote
Space Transit: 4 votes
Environemntal Revitalization Extension: 4 votes

[Gunther]

Soviet Directorate

Commander Ivanov smiled as he watched the countless news feeds and data stacks being cycled in and out of the bridge. Even with one of the most complex quantum computer rigs aboard the supercarrier, in addition to enough hardware both on the mainland and in orbit to keep a nation as advanced as the Directorate up-to-date on a day-by-day basis, the sheer amount of tactical data coming in from so many simultaneous operations was taxing their computers to the core. They'd already had to do a hard reset on the primary server farm after a near-total crash, and it was in the aftermath of that that they had been forced to divert a good amount of the information processing to the secondary command ships in the first fleet.

Still, the scenarios playing out were... Good. Already, the first fleet and several detachments of the Soviet ground forces were being deployed. The airforce had come out in spades for this particular operation: A homeland deployment, one that saw outsiders and terrorist elements purged from the mainland. It was rather beautiful to watch happen, really. Teams of Soviet special forces performing HALO insertions on "Hidden" terrorist compounds in remote locations. Gunships roared across the urban landscape of cities like Moscow and Perm, quad-engine aircraft firing swivel-mounted railguns with ferocious effect on the penthouse abodes of confirmed traitors.

Ivanov was, in particular, smiling at one of the live combat feeds on one of the aforementioned penthouses. The Directorate had been studying a number of technologies, but he still loved a nice, old-fashioned example of raw firepower.

Which was when the new orders came down the line. Uprising in the former United States. Russia had remained whole, whilst its former Cold War foe had fragmented into a million pieces. Now the Cubans and British were moving to assist the oppressed common peoples of the fragments of the United States. Truly, the former world power was broken.

"Recall all wings." He ordered, looking to the Rear Admiral in the command chair- he was just as stoic as ever. Just as much the cold-blooded strategist that had secured this initial victory. The Rear Admiral simply nodded.

"Hammer Squadron is to enter a landing pattern, and prepare for rearmament. Flight crews to stand by."

New Roman Empire

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There was a brief flicker of static, before coordinates were given for a military airbase near the borders between the New Roman Empire and the Soviet Directorate. In addition to the landing coordinates, several- obviously temporary- codes were transmitted to successfully identify as a diplomatic envoy to the defensive emplacements at the airbase.

"We welcome all direct diplomatic meetings: However, due to a Dead Hand initiative instated by the threat of nuclear war, the Directorate's board has been separated and placed in strategically secure locations so as to prevent a breakdown in the chain of succession in the event of nuclear war. A secure teleconference can be held at the designated facility."

Amurian Technocracy

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The Directorate ambassador would nod, his hologram flickering slightly from the satellite relay's lag time, "The Directorate finds the situation concerning. For nations that once considered themselves faithful Communists, they seem interested in little more than promoting an oppressive atmosphere. Accordingly, we desire nothing but peace for our neighbors to the south- especially if violence is being committed in the supposed name of peace! Such violence cannot be condoned."

PM

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The encryption feed kicks in as the ambassador nods, "We're willing to support this venture, but we are currently preoccupied with other requirements. We will, however, be willing to pursue this course at the beginning of next year. Additional territory is always a boon, provided you are willing to bide time until we can redivert our forces?"

[TsukikoJ]

Carthaginian Empire
Defensive Espionage: +++++

China, Amurian Technocracy

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Is there a plan to help resolve the issues in Tibet? Carthage stands by ready to assist if we are needed.

Project Earth, African Cradle

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Greetings,

I have recently been thinking about the wonderful advancements our neighbors at Project Earth have been making towards the betterment of the world and space. Currently our resources remain tasked as we attempt to deal with stabilizing the Middle Eastern region which is dominated by hostile warlords. But I wanted to approach both of you with plenty of time for discussion regarding my idea.

It is one of my greatest desires for Project Earth to have great success with all of their projects, though I am aware it will require a great number of resources. Rather than simply investing technology or economy when we're able to into your programs, I would be interested in sponsoring the construction of a space research station for United Africa. Carthage at least is interested in investing some of our resources into its construction in the future, and if either of you are interested as well I would propose that its research capabilities be contributed towards projects that will help Africa remain a peaceful, prosperous and stable region that is able to support the rest of the world during these chaotic times. Currently we have no space presence, so it would also provide all three of us with facilities that will enable us to function in space for the benefit of our research.

Please let me know if this interests you. I feel it would be a big contribution to Project Earth's current projects and towards the betterment of Africa as a whole. It's also a great opportunity to bring our three nations closer together.

Emperor Hannibal Himilco

OOC: I may do this anyways, but I'm proposing a joint African endeavor to invest in the creation of a research station in space. It would give us a space presence and pending Mistral's approval, I was hoping doing so would give a bonus to research conducted towards space-related projects. Carthage is actually one of the higher-WO nations, so it's one way the Emperor would like to throw technology in the direction of Project Earth. The only two things Carthage would really want out of it are some of the benefits of the finished projects (for example, environmental revitalization for our desert provinces) and a way for Africa to work towards a goal together and make us more united. Project Earth, I know, wants no part in the politics or fighting of the world so this is one way we could strengthen our alliance without compromising their neutrality.

Iran

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Huh. I believe the strength of the Arabian warlords was underestimated. Do you believe we are at risk of being attacked? I think our best course of action would be to cease military involvement there and focus on subverting them through other means before taking them on. Meanwhile, now would be a good time to work with China, the Amurian Technocracy, and others to help stabilize the situation in Tibet. However, Turkestan is supporting Tibet's corrupt government. Perhaps it's an appropriate time to make our move on your front with our military.

You know better than I do, though. Do we have the strength? Especially fi they're dealing with the situation in Tibet versus China, the Amurian Technocracy, and perhaps the Soviet Union? As usual, I will follow your lead when it comes to your own endeavors. Perhaps Turkestan will be an easier foe to deal with militarily than the Arabs.

Princely Union [PM-Level]

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The situation goes well. One final push in the non-military fashion should be enough if you are willing to combine your own subfaction with mine (co-opted). If you would like, Carthage is willing to pay you for it, though I can assure you that it is our desire to help you unify India.

I think the best course of action would be to hopefully finish our progress on the warlords this turn and to have them emerge as a unified faction, a vassal to the emperor and an extension of Carthage. Why not just merge with the Princely Union immediately? Well, I personally think the unification process will go much better this way. Carthage has a good reputation and the reborn nation can be announced as one with the goal of bettering India. Your rival factions may view them as less of a threat and be more willing to work with us that way.

New Roman Empire

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I would be interested in knowing why you have been in communication with the terrorist organization, Iberica Libre. Carthage has been a steadfast neighbor and has ignored the allegations against your empire in the hopes of maintaining peace and stability. Please help ease my mind.

Emperor Hannibal Himilco

[Mistral]

China to Carthage, Amurian Technocracy

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"If they do not back off and allow their people freedom, we will invade and force the government out. It is as simple as that."

Iran to Carthage

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"Our intention was to carry through in Arabia, using bribes and flattery to woo warlords to our cause, and military force to crush those that are not amenable. If we fall back, it will only bolster the prestige and strength of the warlords hostile to our cause, and demonstrate to those who have joined us that we do not have the strength to support them."

Princely Union to Carthage (PM)

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"No, that is completely unacceptable. We were under the impression that you were here to aid us in regaining India, not to stab us in the back for your own gain. We will not permit this to take place, and if you try to push through with it, we will oppose you with every means at our disposal."

[NomNom]

African Cradle

To Lunar Empire (esp def +++++ +)

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Glorious Emperor,

It is good to hear that your recovery and survival are firmly in order. If there is anything my country can do to help short of overtly aggresive actions, do not be afraid to ask.

On to business. Africa is hoping to place a space station in orbit. I feel if we had consent of at least one of the Lunar powers it would look well upon our creation of this station, and provide us easy access to the spoils of space and Luna. Is this something you would be interested in allowing?

Erika

Project Earth, Carthage

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I would agree with your assessments thus far. Ethiopia has remained staunchly independent, which I have come to respect. The warlords in the Middle East have yet to be an issue with my lands, but I would agree that they must be brought to heel to bring peace to the continent.

I am currently finishing some research that would make this space station more viable. I will let you know upon its completion if I can then focus my efforts on the United Africa Station.

[Imperial Psycho]

New Roman Empire Morale: 5

To New Carthage

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Iberica Libre has known ties to Cobra. They seem as good a starting point as any to begin investigation into Cobra's hideouts.

[Lady Serpentine]

Project Earth
TELEPATH Esp Def 4

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We would like to send someone to your nation. We were thankful that your nation stepped forward and contributed espionage when no other did.

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Feel free. Will your representative(s?) be coming by air or on a ship?

Tirya Varanov, Head of Extra-terran Projects

The Commonwealth of Australia

The Grim, New Zealand, Australia, TELEPATH(PM)

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We should claim Mars for our nations when we land, if any nation contests, we will just point out that the British invaded Antarctica over a century old claim with no backlash.

The Grim to New Zealand, Australia, TELEPATH(PM)

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It would be a bad idea to claim a planet enmass. Just consider the knee-jerk reactions of every power on earth, or your own if you had heard a small cabal of nations just claimed a entire planet. I sugest we claim portions of it, yes, but we'd currently have them as research stations. In a year or three, we would be able to begin settling quietly, and by the time that anyone notices, we'll be to entrenched to easily force out. It's worked for us here in Antarctica, should work on mars. And for what we should be doing on the first mission, I sugesst we leave behind some probes that do mineiral sampling. That way, we know where to establish our outposts later.

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Why bother claiming it at all, even small bits, until we've got so much of it that no-one can dispute it? Just land and set to work, then only claim it as ours when we've got good enough defenses set up that we can blow anyone who tries to take it away from us out of the sky. That way we won't trigger a race to establish a foothold in the bits that aren't taken yet.

Tirya Varanov, Head of Extra-terran Projects

[razovor]

The Lunar Empire

To the African Cradle

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President Erika

I will consult with the other space powers. At the least I will vote in your favour.

Emperor Nicolas Elijah I

To the UON

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We have no desire to increase our computing power at this time. Our scientists will be withdrawing from the AI project to concentrate on asteroid mining.

The African Cradle has requested our permission to construct a space station in orbit. What are your opinions on this?

To the Holy Land of Tamoanchan

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We utilize a mix of solar and fusion power. Our scientists have not conducted any recent researching concerning fusion power. Would you be interested in starting a joint project next year?

[Grimsage Matt]

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Feel free. Will your representative(s?) be coming by air or on a ship?

Tirya Varanov, Head of Extra-terran Projects

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Why bother claiming it at all, even small bits, until we've got so much of it that no-one can dispute it? Just land and set to work, then only claim it as ours when we've got good enough defenses set up that we can blow anyone who tries to take it away from us out of the sky. That way we won't trigger a race to establish a foothold in the bits that aren't taken yet.

Tirya Varanov, Head of Extra-terran Projects

The Grim to New Zealand, Australia, TELEPATH(PM)

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I agree. As we have the means ready, I suggest that we launch midsummers day, with two rockets. One will be the one we televise, and the Second will carry six months of supplies and heavy digging equipment. We'll add some addtional supplies and equipment in the following eight months. It should be ready for habitation by the following year. We will also try and develop both of mar's moons into ports and weapons platforms, or would you like to handle that part of the operation Ms.Varanov?

[Thelonius]

Amurian Technocracy to Holy Land of Tamoachan [ESP ++++]

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''As you know we have started a research project with Project Earth, at the bequest of Mongolia. Yet now we find ourselves in need of assistance the Project Earth can't provide, due to their adherence to neutrality. We ask you of this assistance. If you help us, we will switch to cooperating with you in research, sharing our technological advances in the area of Eco-Domes and would return the favor, should you be in the time of need.''

PM Talk

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As you know our region is in turmoil. We fear war would break out between China and Turkestan, over the events in Tibetan Empire. If that was to happen and China were to lose, we'd find ourselves sharing border with Turkestan. This prospect, considering our meager defenses, is greatly appalling to us. And of coruse we consider the suffering of Tibetan people, that will continue, if Turkestan prevails. We ask you - can you supply military aid to China? Help us and we will not forget this favor.

[Zemalac]

Hypereux: Station 9

To Project Earth (Public)

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As it seems that the Lunar Empire isn't particularly concerned about rebuilding Tycho, we would like to put our second vote towards the space transit program.

To UON (PM)

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The Hypereux League will, for one, be continuing with the AI research for a while longer. We have made some interesting advances that we would like to pursue further.

As for the Cradle, we see no reason to deny them the right to construct a station. More nations in space lessens our control over it, yes, but it also lessens the suspicion of us felt by those earthside. This is something I feel we should be encouraging.

[KalShurak]

Technorapture

Once more Technorapture wishes to offer its expertise to those nations interested in establishing or expanding orbital infrastructure.

To UON [PM]

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Emperor Elijah I, who of the groups you invited to join UON, respectively United Space Council accepted?

But complex programming can not adapt to new situation on their own. However, Varunas do have a point and their suggestion to networks several weak AIs together to form a more complex and capable one has merit. We will shift the focus of our research towards creating the required networking protocols for this goal.

I see no reason against an African Cradle space station. The more nations are in space and join the United Space Council (USC) the better. With any luck it becomes a new and working version of the old United Nations.

To African Cradel

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We received word that you are interested in building your own space station. Therefore we would like to offer you to supply you with raw materials and our construction services for hire.
(OOC: Offering to sell you raw materials and lease my construction services to you at a 1:1 ratio. For each + ECON worth of finance, you get + ECON worth of construction & materials. Your bonus and my profit comes from the fact that my faction are very experienced and skilled in this kind of thing. Worked for Southern Federation, should work for you.)

[Turalisj]

The Gaul Republic

To Lunar Empire

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We would be glad to be able to participate in the UON.

[razovor]

The Lunar Empire

To the United Space Council

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Greetings, and welcome to the Council. I hope that in the years to come this will serve as a powerful tool to unite us and bring us all greater profits in the utilization of space.

Any nation with a joint project to propose can do so here, as well as any claims they wish to make on space assets, or any international issues relating to space, that they wish to settle diplomatically.

On the issue of claims, the Lunar Empire recognises the claims of the Varunas and Tuong Khinh group, with respect to the moon, and requests recognition of it's own claim.

Currently, the membership of the USC is as follows.

Honorary Members:
Project Earth
The Gaul Republic.
Tamoanchan

Full Members:
Urania Heavy Industries
Technorapture
The Varunas
The Lunar Empire.
Hypereux

Pending invitiations:
The Tuong Khinh Group
The Southern Federation
The United Kingdom
The African Cradle

The distinction between Full and Honorary members is made to make clear the disparity between the nations based in space, and the nations with an interest in space. If a conflict were to break out in space, the full members would stand to lose far more assets than the honorary members. This is why the full members will have a veto, in votes concerning security matters.

So, does anyone have any projects they wish to propose?

Last year the full members of the council were able to locate a valuable asteroid, direct it into a stable orbit around the earth, and begin mining operations. We've been selling the metal on earth's markets and have been making a fair amount of money. Now we're looking to expand the project, is there anyone who would be interested in working with us?

To the Tuong Khinh Group

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You are cordially invited to join the United Space Council.

(If you accept, you may view the message above this one.)

To the African Cradle

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The Consensus seems to be in your favour. We are pleased to welcome you into space. You are cordially invited to join the United Space Council.

(If you accept, you may view the message above this one.)

[ArcaneStomper]

Southern Federation

To the USC

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The Southern Federation accepts the invitation to koin the council

OOC to Mistral: Why didn't an asteroid being redirected around the Earth make the news. It's not like those things aren't watched.

If they really aren't watched then I know what my astronomers are going to be doing this EoT.

[Murska]

UK to USC:

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We accept the invitation.

[NomNom]

African Cradle

Technorapture

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I shall bring this up with the other African nations involved in the construction of the Space station. I believe there was a miscommunication amongst myself and the Lunar Empire, I meant to say that this would be a joint venture amongst myself, Carthage, and Project Earth to construct this station.

Hopefully this does not change your offer, as it is something I truly appreciate.

Erika Zulu

Lunar Empire

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I must apologize is there was any confusion (caused completely on my part) but the United African Station would be a joint effort amongst the Cradle, Carthage, and Project Earth. With Project Earths involvement I hope that it is clear it would be a station for trade and negotiations, with minimal defensive efforts. If this Union causes a problem for other space powers please let me know, otherwise construction shall begin eminently.

I do wish to extend my sincere gratitude of your support. Are your people getting along well with construction? I will happily send food and water supplies if it is required, as a token of good faith ((- econ of supplies))

Carthage and Project Earth

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I have sent a clarification message to the space powers. Unless something changes soon we can begin construction on the station immediately.

[KalShurak]

Technorapture

To African Cradel

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No harm done. Of course our offer stands as is.

[Thelonius]

Amurian Technocracy to Technorapture [++++]

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''The humanitarian crisis in the Tibetan Empire has consumed all of our attention. We fear, that a war may break out between China and Turkestan, and given our geographical location, it won't be unthinkable, that we would be drawn into it. We will try to pursue our cooperation, but you must realize, our resources are stretched thin, trying to address the trouble brewing on our doorsteps.''

[KalShurak]

Technorapture

To Amurian Technocracy:

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“I understand and hope war can be averted. That being said, you could transfer some of your facilities to Island 2. Here they should be save from any conflict in your neighbourhood.

Sincerely,
Prof. Miriam Zakarov”