Principia Moderni II (Map Game)

 Principia Moderni, or "The Beginning of the Modern" in Late Latin, was a map game beginning in the final days of the Middle Ages in Europe, and the early days of the Ming Dynasty in China - in 1420 C. E, a turbulent era; in other words, an era of change; an era in which power is cemented. The first game was perhaps the most successful map game on the wiki in terms of length, finishing without dying and plausible expansions. However, it did have its problems, and has now finished. Thus, this second game has been created. Welcome to Principia Moderni II.

Rules

 * Rules (Principia Moderni II Map Game)

Moderators
Moderators are appointed, based upon their performance in the current and last game.

Active

 * Collie Kaltenbrunner (moderator-in-chief, mapmaker)
 * CrimsonAssassin
 * Imperium Guy
 * Kogasa
 * Callumthered
 * Scandinator (disaster moderator, mapmaker)
 * VonGlusenburg
 * Yankovic270

Honorary

 * AwesomePeruvian
 * Cosman246 (creator of the first game)
 * Detectivekenny (moderator-in-chief of the first game)
 * Galaguerra1
 * PitaKang
 * LurkerLordB (moderator-in-chief of Principia Moderni II until about 1580)
 * Fedelede

Current Map


Labelled maps can be found on the talk page. Post your problems there.

Signups
All nations without names by them may be taken by new players immediately. Nations with normal names by them may not be taken by new players as they are already established main player nations, and cannot be played without permission or a revolt. Bolded names are international unions, with member states indented below. Tribal Names are Italicized, and areas which are fragmented by being small states are underlined. Nations in civil disarray or collapsing nations have an attached note. If a player's name has an * beside it, it means that nation is a vassal/former colony that a player is controlling but is willing to let someone else play as if asked. Areas which ** are mod-controlled and players must ask permission to play them.

Northern Europe

 * Alliance of the North Sea (under Italian protection)
 * Belgium -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Brittany* -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Ireland* -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Netherlands -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Luxembourg -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Wales* -- Scandinator (talk)
 * England -- Hailstormer (talk)
 * Scotland -- [[Image:Flag of Russian Alaska (HR).svg |40px|link=User talk:Octivian Marius]] OCT MARIUS, HAIL HIM  [[Image: Flag of Italy (Federalist Italy).svg|40px|User talk:Octavian Marius]]
 * Karelia --
 * Scandinavian Empire -- Yankovic270
 * Suur-Suomi (Greater Finland) -- Yank

Western-Central Europe

 * Anhalt (vassal of and in dynastic union with Saxony)  Callumthered (talk)
 * Bayern (Member of the Suddeutches Reich) - Andr3w777
 * Brandenburg - Trust Me, I'm The Doctor (talk)
 * Gaul Republic-- Sine dei gloriem (talk)
 * La Marche --
 * Lorraine-Picardy -- (Vassal of France) - Sine dei gloriem (talk)
 * Normandy -- Cookiedamage (talk)
 * Vennaisin avignon-- (Vassal of France) Sine dei gloriem (talk) 04:08, July 11, 2013 (UTC)
 * Primatial City of Magdeburg (Vassal of Saxony) -- Callumthered (talk)
 * Salzburg -- (Vassal of Bavaria) -- Andr3w777 (talk)
 * Swiss Confederacy  -- Andr3w777 (talk)
 * Tyrol -- (vassal of France and Bavaria) Trust Me, I'm The Doctor (talk) & Sine dei gloriem (talk)
 * United Monarchy of Saxony, Hesse and Magdeburg (Member of the Suddeutches Reich)-- Callumthered (talk)

Eastern Europe

 * Astrakhan Khanate--
 * Bashkiria-Cosapact (wait, is this the Kazakhstan Federation?) --
 * Lithuania --
 * Minsk --
 * Novgorod (Great Russia)-- LxCaucassus
 * Poland (union with Germany) -- Trust Me, I'm The Doctor (talk)
 * Baltica --
 * Tartar State --
 * Ukraine --

Southern Europe

 * Hellenic Union - Airlinesguy (talk) 12:58, August 23, 2013 (UTC)
 * Hungary -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Italia -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Yugoslavia (Dynastic Union with Italia) -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Spanish Empire:
 * Portugal -- Collie Kaltenbrunner (talk)
 * León -- Collie Kaltenbrunner (talk)
 * Castille -- Collie Kaltenbrunner (talk)
 * Granada -- Collie Kaltenbrunner (talk)
 * Navarra -- Collie Kaltenbrunner (talk)
 * Aragon -- Collie Kaltenbrunner (talk)

Near East

 * Levantine Kingdom -- Fed (talk)
 * The Republic of Turkistan --

Caucasia (Asia-Europe border)

 * Georgia - Scraw
 * Sakartlevo (Free Georgia) --
 * Circassia --
 * Dagestan --
 * Azerbaijan --
 * Chechenya --
 * Baku --

Arabian Peninsula

 * Ha'il --
 * Buraydah --
 * Saudi Arabia --
 * Arabian Federation -- VonGlusenburg
 * Caliphate of Hejaz --
 * Ar Rayn --
 * Salalah --
 * Khafji --

Western Asia

 * Kurdistan
 * Persia (Dynastic Union with Carthage) --  Sine dei gloriem &#34;Ex Initio Terrae&#34; (talk)

Central Asia

 * Turkomenistan (Personal Union with Persia) --  Sine dei gloriem &#34;Ex Initio Terrae&#34; (talk)

Siberia and Central Asia

 * Akmola --
 * Almaty --
 * Badakhstan --
 * Buryats --
 * Chukchi --This is UglyTurtle, Signing off. 21:06, October 18, 2013 (UTC)
 * Evenks --
 * Kazakhstan Federation (Kazakh Khanate, Cossapact, Bashkiria)--
 * Kets --
 * Samoyeds --
 * Tibet (Vassal of China) -- CrimsonAssassin
 * Tungus --
 * Uyghur Khaganate --Local (talk)
 * Yakuts --
 * Zunghar Khanate -- CrimsonAssassin- "I have special eyes" 13:47, September 25, 2013 (UTC)

Indian Subcontinent

 * Bhutan -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!)
 * Kamarupa -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!)
 * Kuch -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!)
 * Singala (vassal of the United Maharajya) -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!) 11:31, September 20, 2013 (UTC)
 * Maldives (vassal of the Levantine Kingdom) -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Nepal -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!)
 * Rajputana (Personal Union with Maharajya) -- Sawdog88
 * United Maharajya -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!)

East and Southeast Asia

 * Arakan --
 * Assam -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!)
 * Vietnam (Vassal of China) -- CrimsonAssassin
 * Formosa --Daeseunglim (talk) 15:56, May 18, 2013 (UTC)
 * Japan -- Kogasa
 * Khmer -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!)
 * Korea (Vassal of China) -- CrimsonAssassin- "I have special eyes"
 * Laos (Vassal of China) -- CrimsonAssassin
 * Malacca (Puppet of Venice) -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Manchuria (Vassal of China) -- CrimsonAssassin
 * Ming China -- CrimsonAssassin
 * Myanmar --Ninjasvswarriors (talk) 11:22, May 10, 2013 (UTC)
 * Siam (Puppet of Venice) -- Scandinator (talk)

Asian Islands

 * Bone -- CrimsonAssassin
 * Cebu -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!)
 * Dayaks --
 * Malaccan Sultanate --
 * Makassar --
 * Mataram -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!)
 * Tanimbarkai (Saxon Vassal) -- Callumthered (talk)

Antillia (North America)

 * Apache Empire-- Grantzu (talk)
 * Aztec Triple Alliance (Mayans) -- CourageousLife (talk)
 * Chipewyan --
 * Cree --
 * Creek --
 * Eskimo -- Edler526
 * Hopi --
 * Innu --
 * Inuit --
 * Kaliforno (Mayan Vassal) -- Daeseunglim (talk) 17:48, June 23, 2013 (UTC)
 * Kanada (Dynastic Union with Neu Berlin) -- Scraw
 * Mangue -- CourageousLife (talk)
 * Mayan Empire -- CourageousLife (talk)
 * Miskito Kingdom (Italian Vassal) --
 * Mixtec (Mayans) -- CourageousLife (talk)
 * Mosquito -- CourageousLife (talk)
 * Myami -- conquered
 * Navajo --
 * Neu Berlin --
 * Northern Maya -- CourageousLife (talk)
 * Novorossiya (Scandanavian Protectorate) --
 * Oaxaca --
 * Plains Lakota -- EiplecOco (talk) 13:26, July 30, 2013 (UTC)
 * River Lakota --
 * Tarasco (Mayans) -- CourageousLife (talk)
 * Tsalagi --
 * Ute --
 * Zapotec Remnants --
 * Cree Confederacy -- conquered
 * Kasodani - Kogasa

Atlantia (South America)

 * Arawak --
 * Aymará (Dynastic Union with Venice) -- Scandinator (talk)
 * Brasil (Personal Union with Portugal) -- Collie Kaltenbrunner (talk) 06:48, October 10, 2013 (UTC)
 * Caribs --
 * Caribbean Kingdom -- Daeseunglim (talk) 11:36, May 22, 2013 (UTC)
 * Chimú --
 * Goitacaz --
 * Manoa --
 * Mapuche --
 * Ministère de l'Atlantide --            [[Image:Ancapflag.svg|25px|link=User:Reximus55]]     I find your lack of faith   disturbing.  
 * ​Muisca
 * Nouvelle Judea
 * Naya Bihar -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!) 22:05, August 18, 2013 (UTC)
 * Omagua --
 * The Great Haruwin of the Selk'nam -- Commandante Lemming (talk)
 * Tupi --
 * Republic of Byakuren -- Kogasa

Oceania

 * Australian Aborigines --
 * Papuans --

North Africa

 * Bedouins --
 * Berbers --
 * Carthage -- (Dynastic Union with France) -- Sine dei gloriem (talk)
 * Cyrenaica (Vassal of the Hellenic Union) -- Airlinesguy (talk) 02:22, June 11, 2013 (UTC)
 * Leptis Magna -- (Carthage Vassal - Dynastic Union with France) -- Sine dei gloriem (talk)
 * Numidia -- (Carthage Vassal - Dynastic Union with France) -- Sine dei gloriem (talk)
 * Mauretania -- (Carthage Vassal - Dynastic Union with France) Sine dei gloriem (talk)
 * Tuaregs --

West Africa

 * Adamawa --
 * Air (City-state) --
 * Baguirmi --
 * Benin -- Flag of the Hurian Federation.png Vivaporius: "I don't need a slogan" 21:00, August 12, 2013 (UTC)
 * Borgu States (Fragmented) --
 * Bornu --
 * Damagaram --
 * Dosso --
 * Hausa States (Fragmented) --
 * Kong --
 * Kwararafa --
 * Mali -- [[Image:1.png|23px]] Imp (Say Hi?!)


 * Gabu (Malian Vassal) --
 * Mossi Empire (Malian Vassal) --
 * Wolof (Malian Vassal) --
 * Oyo -- Flag of the Hurian Federation.png Vivaporius: "I don't need a slogan" 21:00, August 12, 2013 (UTC)
 * Yorubaland (Vassal of Ethiopia) -- Flag of the Hurian Federation.png Vivaporius: "I don't need a slogan"
 * Wadai --
 * Cape Vert (Protectorate of the Gaul Republic) -- Mscoree (talk) 01:25, October 18, 2013 (UTC)

East Africa

 * Beja -- Flag of the Hurian Federation.png Vivaporius: "I don't need a slogan" 21:00, August 12, 2013 (UTC)
 * East Africa Federation -- conquered
 * Darfur -- (Vassal of Ethiopia) -- Flag of the Hurian Federation.png Vivaporius: "I don't need a slogan"
 * Ethiopia -- Flag of the Hurian Federation.png Vivaporius: "I don't need a slogan"
 * Kenya (Vassal of Ethiopia) -- Flag of the Hurian Federation.png Vivaporius: "I don't need a slogan" 21:00, August 12, 2013 (UTC)
 * Mogadishu (Vassal of Ethiopia) -- Flag of the Hurian Federation.png Vivaporius: "I don't need a slogan" 21:00, August 12, 2013 (UTC)
 * Nilotics --
 * Tunjur Tribes --

Central Africa

 * Bantu --
 * Butua --
 * Kitara -- Viva
 * Luba --
 * Lunda --
 * Mutapa (Spanish/Portuguese vassal) -- Collie Kaltenbrunner (talk)
 * Teke --

South Africa

 * Basotho --  Sine dei gloriem (talk)
 * Khoisan --
 * Xhosa --
 * Zululand -- Sine dei gloriem (talk)
 * Tojiko -- Kogasa
 * Tswana --

You may add smaller tribes to the list in black (unexplored) areas.

Wall of Shame
This list is for users currently prohibited from participating in the game.
 * User: Arceus The God of Pokemon :- permanent ban for sockpuppetting on the last game.
 * User: Eldwolf : permanent ban for deleting the entire page of the last game and replacing it with profanities.
 * User: Twisty123456789 : permanent ban for sockpuppeting.

1870
''' The backclash againt A'Asabism begins to come to a head and the climax of the battles begins to be reached. Thousands of troops attack the rebels and much bloodshed occurs - causing more unrest and anti-A'Asabism. '''
 * Portugal, León, Aragon, Castille, Navarra and Granada's economies improve and industrialization continues. Meanwhile, railroads continue to built in Portugal. Meanwhile in Navarra, Joana de Beaumont gives birth to a son, who is named Bernardo. Meanwhile, Sofala expands 3800 sq km, and Angola expands 500 sq km. Meanwhile, railroads continue to be built in Brasil, and Meanwhile, it expands by 29,200 sq km. Meanwhile in Rio da Prata, attempts to calm down the situation diplomatically are made. Meanwhile, Brasil sends more troops to fight the A'Asabists after some recent inactivity, and Rio da Prata does the same.
 * The Mutapan economy continues growing, and the country expands by 7000 sq km. Meanwhile, Mwenemutapa Henrique dies, and is succeeded by his son Fruela.
 * The United Provinces of Antília build up its military. Constitution is promulgated, and the title of Supreme Director is replaced with the title of President.
 * Apostolic Church: Prime Bishop Thomas continues to send missionaries into inland Africa and A'asabist effected areas. He also stresses peaceful coexistance.
 * Apache Empire: Emperor Ekta continues to expand his business ventures and industrilazation continues with Port Royal slowing down with urbanization. More railways are constructed and a former noble travels to Japan to learn more about the samurai. Icemountain expands 1000 sq km. Military is improved and increased.
 * Apache Preatorate: A Liberator is sent to the Lakota to talk with the Chief about Pure Science reforms. The military is improved. Arms continue to be sent to Pure Science Movements. Liberators are sent to the Northern Mayan lands, Nuevo Italia, New Russia and Tamania.
 * The Rokkaku Shogunate builds up the military. More Taoist temples and Shinto shrines are built throughout the nation. Empress Go-Shōtoku continues seeing the construction of railways throughout the nation. Rokkaku Yoshinobu steps down and Rokkaku Iemochi becomes Shogun. Shinto shrines, Taoist temples and some Buddhist temples are built throughout the colonies. More funding is put into science and agriculture. More fertiliser is created and used on fields. More air furnaces are also built. Meanwhile, urbanisation continues throughout the nation. More steam power is built, and a few water wheels are built. In the Special Administrative Region of Byakuren, Chief Executive Mononobe Shigemichi continues to have the borders heavily guarded to make sure the A'Asabism religion doesn't spread to the area. More Buddhist Temples are built as well.
 * The Federal Republic of Tojiko continues to build up its military and expands by 9950 sq km. Some Jīdūhist and Amaterasuist churches are built. A few Shinto shrines are also built.
 * The Federal Prefectures of Kagerou/Kasodani continues to build up its military. More Shinto shrines and Taoist temples are built. A few Buddhist temples are also built.
 * The Republic of Himekaidou continues to build up its military. Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples are built throughout the nation.
 * Neu Berlin and Kanada expand the military. Neu Germanica expands 16,000 sq km (new industrial level). Greater Transcaucasia continues to influence Turkistan and Kurdistan. Turkistan begins to seriously consider the offer. Neu Berlin now has several fleets of ironclads and begins to prepare them for military usage. Also, each province of Neu Berlin has personal artillery, infantry and cavalry units, allowing increased battle prowess. The same technologies also become more common in Greater Transcaucasia. Rumbles of revolution begin to become commonplace in Greater Transcaucasia, calling for a free, independent, Transcaucasian Republic. Gatling guns are reverse engineered in Neu Berlin (city).
 * Myanmar: We decide to grant our colonies independence with protection. Urbanization continues using the lumber in Northern Myanmar. Industrialization begins to speed up dramatically due to the rise of personal enterprises and the steam engine. More rifles are built. We continue expanding our navy. We become really rich from selling silk and scientists began researching an industrialised way of making silk. Most of Myanmar is now cities. Equalism thought reaches Rangoon and begin to influence governmental decisions.
 * Persia's new leadership, and the influence of the popularly elected Parliament, allow the internal workings of Persia to continue. A Pan-Persian nationalism begins to rise. The cities of Baghdad and New Persepolis receive huge influx of refugees, leading to a housing problem, but killing the labor shortage. The economy is growing due to the urbanization. In Turkomenistan, those who have not fled hope that the war will soon be over. We continue our vassalization of Kuwait. Aslan the old Shah has died. (Rex asked me to post for him)
 * The Scandinavians continue to expand their industry throughout the country, with the heavy industry spreading northward from the Danish provinces. The southern and central Swedish provinces are now part of the industrial heartland started in the Danish provinces. The three major religions of Scandinavia continue expanding in their new provinces. Scandinavian industry begins to grow in the new provinces with railroads spreading across the land and the cities growing more industrialized. The Scandinavians continue the process of absorbing Karelia into their nation, with railroads being spread through the new territory. New factories spring up all over Karelia, with urbanization along the lines of the rest of Scandinavia taking place. The Karelian capital city of Šuomua continues to see massive growth thanks to the influx of Scandinavian industry.
 * The Hellenic Union continues to develop its railways, and steel and glass are developed all over Anatolia and the Hellenic peninsula. In Cyprus and Crete, cloth factories and paper mills are built and in the colonies, hospitals and health care continue to be widespread. In Constantinople and the surrounding areas, artillery begins to be built and is placed at both the Dardandelles and the Bosphorous, to protect Constantinople from attack. The Hellenic Union continues to expand both its economy and its military and its colonies are expanded. Nea Konstantinoupoli is expanded by 24,000 sq km.  The Hellenic Union supplies troops to its allies in Italia and Orissa among other nations to help against A'Asabism.
 * Cyrenaica expands 20,000 sq km into the desert and continues to develop paper mills and cloth factories. Cyrenaica continues to implement a more democratic society. Cyrenaica supplies troops to its allies in Italia and Orissa among other nations to help against A'Asabism.
 * Tamania continues expanding its military and economy, as well as entering negotiations with surrounding countries including the Orissan Inca states, Portugal, Italia, and the Mayan Empire. Tamania supplies troops to its allies in Italia and Orissa among other nations to help against A'Asabism.
 * Athamos continues expanding its military and economy, as well as entering negotiations with surrounding countries including the Mayan Empire, Portugal and Italia for alliances. Athamos supplies troops to its allies in Italia and Orissa among other nations to help against A'Asabism.
 * The Mayan Empire will enter negotiations with Tamania and Athamos.
 * Russian military becomes more stuff and things... more military technology. the Transiberian railroad is connected to the German railroad system, creating what was already the world's largest railroad even longer. the EZhK, now a truly international and Eurasian railroad network, controlling and expanding autonomously Russia's and Germany's and China's railroads (unless said nations do not want more railroads), offer Italia and France the chance to join.
 * Minsk works on economy
 * Russian associates work on things that make them equal economy and military.
 * Bayern (Member of the German Empire): The state of Bayern builds its military along with all her colonies (Borneo). Borneo expands infrastructure and continues industry. Bavaria continues to experience a baby boom. Cities like Munchen and Bamberg grow as people flock to the cities. Work in the Imperial Capital continues at a breakneck pace. Bavaria officially retires all the old wooden ships in the royal navy. The newer ironclads and larger steamships become much more common. The German navy becomes a power to be admired in the North Seas. Propaganda is pumped throughout Germany, telling the people to work faster and harder to forward the Fatherland into a bright future. German feelings of nationalism grow, and a desire to regain lost pride when Poland and Slovakia gained independence. Germans are not angry at them, for it was well known that this would occur.. Kristof Shelds officially begins to sale the new typewriter. Robert Benz' internal combustion engine continues to improve. Benz, undeterred by the Imperial ban on autowagens, continues to manufacture in limited numbers the Autowagen Ein. He begins planning a way to improve manufacturing the vehicle. He also plans a new model he tentatively calls auto model A. Benz and his business associate Hans Krouss begin to appeal to the government and the Coach's Union. The Census Bureau of the a Empire of Germany and her commonwealth have recently released the new census numbers. In the German Empire proper there are 39,719,899. In the commonwealths of Poland and Slovakia there are an extra 12 million. In the Commonwealth of Australis, the population is at an estimated 2 million. The total estimated population of the entire realm is an estimated 51 million, making the German Empire (barring Australis) the largest population in Europe. (for anyone that doubts, in OTL Germany in 1870 was 40 million, not including my ATL regions in the commonwealth.)
 * Imperial Commonwealth of Australis: Expands rapidly into the black as more and more settlers arive to the nation. Randolf Gebring finances the Australis portion of the rail system connecting the Saxon colony to Australis. The nation continues to make money from its jewelry exports, which are some of the best in the world. The Australian navy is upgraded. The military expands. Some of Elva's lifts have made it to Australis and are currenty being installed in several government buildings. These new lifts are spurring a growth of new and taller buildings. Josef Mann designs a building that is slated to be constructed as the world's tallest building. He calls it the Broomeswalt building.  Construction is delayed after funding grows short.
 * Saxony (Member of the German Empire): Military is built up. Troops on duty in England are rotated. The Second Saxon Antarctic Expedition returns, and the leader presents his findings to the Royal Society. The landtag creates a Department of Polar Affairs to deal with Antarctic expeditions, as well the the (minor) administration of Kaiser Karl Land. Saxon Australis expands 2000 sq km inland into Arnhem land, SWA expands 2000 sq km along the border with Teke. In Anhalt, the Prince knocks back a draft proposl for the emancipation of the serfs.
 * Lakota Tribes: Expansion of Lakota agriculture continues along the Pekitanoui River and its tributaries. Irrigation begins to spread along the Pekitanoui River, mainly in the southern portion, increasing the amount of farm and grazing lands, increasing agriculture production and attracting more buffalo. Hunting of the buffalo continue as more of their skins are used as clothing and teepee coverings, and more of their meat is used to feed the growing population. The palisade wall idea has been completed on more outlying towns, and re-inforcement of the walls inside the capital has finished, and the re-inforcement of the walls of cities near the capital has finished. The tribal feudal system begins to undergo a series of reforms based on nobility, where lower chiefs are now able to raise their own tribal warrior groups, independent of the highest chief, unless the warrior groups are or need to be used by the highest chief. Trade with the Mayans, Apache, Neu Berlin, and Kagerou/Kasodani continues, growing the Lakota tribal economy. The Revolutionary Guards of the Pure Science Movement begin to gain momentum with some of the lower chiefs, as well as Sitting Bull. Lakota expansion of 15,000 sq km continues westward.
 * ​Chief Sitting Bull of the Lakota tribes meets with the envoys from the Cresangi and offers them both a trade agreement and alliance, very delighted to hear of the Antillian Native nation that has sprung up.
 * Italia works on its naval forces and continues to retire all of its old sailboats. Ironclads now compose a large portion of the Italian navy which is feared by many around the world. Italia continues to support Pacifico's appeal to the Mayans. Huge levels of aid from Italia and Nuovo Italia and Ecuatore are sent to help the Aymaran Kingdom with the clean up and to fight the A'asabists. Urbanization continues across Italia at a rapid pace - especially in the Western port cities. Venice continues to make a name for itself in tourism for the upper and middle classes, education and naval construction in some of the farther islands with the lagoon's sheltered and settled condition proving to be perfect for shipbuilding. Florence and a few other cities in central Italia become industrial centres as huge cloth weaving factories spring up to serve the growing demands of an expanding population. The University of Venice continues to lead in chemical experimentation with much interest in radioactivity and its properties. Meanwhile, the University of Milan and the University of Istria continue to lead in the study of human anatomy with near daily dissections. The University of Southern Tyrolia continues observing the skies and discovers more astronomical objects. Italia and its subject nations continue to experience a declining death rate as a result of greater understanding of how the human body works. Printing presses in the major cities churn out daily newspapers for the people reporting on various news across the Italian dominions. Kingsland and Vellettia expands by 40,000 sq km each in Australia. Tsingapore continues to be an economic powerhouse for Italia. Work to extend the rail network continues with minor lines springing up. Passenger and freight trains break social and cultural barriers and make travel a lot more affordable. Many factories of different types continue to be set up around Italia and its dominions. Construction continues on the Grand Pacific railway in Australis. Pacifico seeks to develop modern naval ships based on Polynesian and Maori designs. Discontent with Italian rule grows in Pacifico as the local populace start to turn against the Mayan peoples. Several men are arrested for attacking Mayan traders. Calls for Italia to allow the blockade strengthen as the local Maori population demand that the last area of their homeland be returned. Italia warns the Mayans that it is holding back the Pacificans from hostile action against North Maori and the Mayan Empire and offers the trade yet again in an attempt to see a peaceful solution.
 * The Mayan Empire will agree to the trade as long as it means extended peace between itself and its posessions and Italia and its posessions. Delegates will be sent to negotiate the terms of the exchange and the peace agreement.
 * Nuovo Italia expands its economy seeking to become a leading trade nation in the Antilias as Italia is in Europe. Novorossiya works on its military. The protectorate of Messina expands by 20,000 sq km westward and is flooded by those seeking to follow the Neu Berliners in their westward march.
 * Romania works on its economy. The Aymaras begin to work with Ecuatore to update and upgrade their military. Italia asks to see what Naya Bohar proposes. Siam and Malacca work on their navies. Yugoslavia and Hungary work on their armies. The anarchist rebellion continues gaining strength in Hungary with some cells being sent to stir things up in Yugoslavia and Italia.
 * The Union of the Benelux continue to prepare their southern border defenses in case of hostilities with the Gaul Republic which has made moves toward Brittany. News of continued attempts by Scotland to influence Wales and Ireland are not well-received. Wales, Ireland and Brittany continue to build up their infrastructure to match Italian standards.
 * The Levantine Kingdom continues further strengthening of infrastructure. The Nile sees the rise of factories similar to those in Florence.
 * The Maldives continues naval buildup.
 * Gaul Republic: The colonies expand. Brasilea 18,000 sq km expanding inland underneath the Cypriot colony and Baie d'Notre Dame expands by 32,000 sq km inland, while La Riviere stops expanding, Baie d'Eric expands into western Canada by 14,000 sq km, north to the Ethiopian colony. Economy is built up. Military is built up. The organization of the departments of the republic continues. The Gaul government continues seeing powerless the actions of the Carthaginian Nestorianism, yet their politics stand. It's a Carthaginian issue rather than a concern for the Gauls. The government extends the hand to Lorraine in order to establish a steady government in the region. Begins the vassalization of La Marche. It begins a to accelerate the growth of Industrial region such as Paris, Dijon and Bordeaux and the creation of railways throughout the colonies and the nations itself. While this, artillery is established in the Seine River and Bordeaux to defend the nation from foreign intervention. While this, the army in L'Riviere begins creating military bases in the region to develop military and train the local army.
 * Great Lorraine: Military is built up. School system grows. Economy is built up. In a fast move the situation turn its tide, as Republicans from Picardy throw a surprise attack into Lorraine forcing the Kingdom to send troops to fight them. By the end of the year the king is executed and the monarchy is overthrown, the Republic of Lorraine-Picardy is again re-established.
 * Carthage: School system is updated all over the empire. The foundation of universities continues along the empire territories The military is built up. Carthage is outraged, Numidia is soon equally taken by Nestorian theocrats, yet the actions are kept low as many in the senate agree with this actions. Economy is built up. Sends an Olympic team as well as representatives for the Carthaginians, The nation celebrates its success in the Olympics games.
 * Leptis: Military is built up and school system continues growing. The creation of pluricultural churches starts in the south of Leptis begins. French scholars continue populating the region, many coming for the University of Leptis. Economy is built up. Remains neutral on the events in Mauretania.
 * Numidia: Military is built up and school system continues growing. The coup d'etat: the Numidians overthrow the Nestorian government as Muslims and Catholic groups force the Nestorian leadership to fight in the streets of the small duchy, in the end reaching the capital and setting the new government the Republic of Numidia. Economy is built up.
 * Mauretania: Military is built up. The events occurring in Numidia cause similar events in Mauretania and soon the Nestorian militants are executed by the people of Mauretania the Republic is declared yet allegiance is sworn to the Carthaginians. Navy expands. Economy is built up.
 * Zululand: Military is built up. The expansion starts by 10,000 sq km to the north. Many French begin to settle the region as planned during the vassalization of Basotho and Zululand. Economy is built up.
 * Vassalization of the Southern State north to Zululand and Basotho begins
 * Basotho: Military and navy are built up. Many French begin to settle the region as planned during the Vassalization of Basotho and Zululand. The expansion starts by 10,000 sq km to the north. Economy is built up. Vassalization of the Central State north to Zululand and Basotho begins
 * Muiscas: The military is built up and the navy expands. Economy is built up.
 * Nouvelle Judea: Military and navy are built up. Trading with Portuguese, Italian and French colonies in Antilia and Atlantia continue and with it, continues the expansion of the Judean trading company in Antilia. Economy is built up. The military inland in the mainland begins developing fortresses along the coast preparing themselves in the case of pirate or external invasion into the region. War preparations continue as fears of an upcoming war continue.
 * Venaissin: The military and navy are built up. Navy expands. Economy is built up
 * The Mayan Empire continues trade with European colonies and the Lakota. The border with the Apache Praetorate is closed completely. Aid is sent to the Apache Empire to set up an temporary government in Port Royal. Influence from the Apostolic Church continues to grow in Lakin. More branch lines are created for the railroad, connecting more large markets. As a result of the expanding rail network, the economy booms. The Juun family continues improving the national public school system and their railroad holdings. Eleuia and Prince Chac continue to study in the palace. Eleuia's parents are pleased that the Prince has fallen in love with her, but fear that if she marries him, there will be complications with the family business. Glass, steel and concrete become common building materials in the southern provinces. Some of these establishments also appear in Mutul and Azteca. Trade throughout North Maori and New Ceatl continues, allowing for more trade with Asian nations. Infrastructure in Zapotec continues to be updated. The colony of Halakin continues trading with the nations in Atlantia.  More universities are established in lower class provinces. Roads in the northern part of the Empire continue to be updated, especially in areas of heavy traffic. The Royal Science Academy continues work on scientific projects. Duke Coyopa continues studying at the Academy. Flax and tobacco are grown. Linen is produced in Mutul and Azteca. Money is invested in regional projects to promote wealth and business. Middle class families continue rising to prominence in some of the more wealthy provinces, as well as some of the less wealthy provinces. Haven expands 12,400 km.
 * Propaganda within the Maharajya continues as the government continues to convince its people that their hard work and loyalty is necessary to the survival of their people and state. Industrialisation continues to occur all over the nation, while Sankala begins to become the primary language of the nation of the United Maharajya. Railroad construction continues and many small towns spring up at intersections. The dredging of the islands of Bumbai continues at a faster pace and mud begins to be piled onto the islands to make them higher. Specific raid routes are built for the transportation of mud and other things for the project. The economy continues to grow smoothly and the pressure of heavy reseach has been lifted from the nation. The SOC's promotion of Atlantia continues and thousands head to Atlantia to set up their new lives. Many have begun to marry natives and a mixed race is forming in United Maharajyan territories too. Arab Bombay grows as huge investments are made to the city to make it the financial hub for the idea - while Bumbai becomes an industrial city. The first Akaschut (OTL Skyscraper) continues to gain more support and the planning of it begins to take place. Major construction projects continue as the government seeks to expand the wealth of the nation into all parts of the Maharajya. The Uda Code becomes the normal code to be used in Maharajyan territories. They ask to be allowed to extent the Uda Code to other nations (anyone interested ask!). The steamship and submersible navy continues to grow with government backing and subsidies. More battleships begin to be build in the construction docks for the nation to grow its strength. All old wodden ships are retired from service. Troops fight the A'Asabists and attack their many strongholds. Severe casualities are taken but thousands of locals help in the form of militiamen and they help fight the A'Asabists. Afghan sees the first major cities in its lands and its economy begins to boom as a result. The Afghan border has the number of troops severly cut as there is less need for them but they work on keeping its army in shape. The first useable Gattling guns are passed for the army who quickly deploy these "machine guns" in Atlantia - to brutal effect. Many Jains once more begin to settle and the conversion of those who were converted to Islam back into following Jainism begins in earnest. Jainistan is expanded by 64,150 km.Orissan Aprika expands by 64,150 km northward. The Orissans grow tired of the Boers and plan to stop their little stunt soon. Dakshin Aprika sees more immigrants who focus on constructing new houses and farming new lands for themselves. Morocco and Mauritania are expanded by 15,000 km each. The Gold Coast is expanded by 850 km. Kolkata sees heavy repairwork and hopes its bid for the Olympics will be looked at favourably. It will help to reconstruct much of the city and bring investment.
 * Rajputana continues to expand its army, economy and infrastructure. Their colony of Jainistan sees thousands head into the colony and the army helps the nation seek out new sites for villages. The Khmers and expand their military, economy and infrastructure, as do Mataram and Brunei. The puppet state of Naya Bihar expands military, economy and infrastructure. Hinduism continues to spread in the territory, as many see more to gain from joining the religion of the many and the powerful, than to stay in darkness and ignorance. Butung develops its infrastructure and its military and economy are expanded. Kongo is expanded by 15,000 km northward, and it continues to vassalise the state east to it.
 * Great Haruwin of the Selk'nam: Industrialization continues to deepen.  Brythonic Elixirs continues to produce large amounts of  CocaBrythonica for export, and the HH Grand Atlantia Casino advertises itself as onf of the top destinations in Atlantia. Princesses Kyneswide and Æthelthryth complete their musical and dance educations in the Mayan lands, and their father King David II begins looking for royal husbands for his "two educated future statewomen". Prime Minister Paschal is re-elected as a result of his success against the A'asabists.
 * Kingdom of Yagich Rafael: Military and economy continue to expand. King Gavin Peter remains popular. Princess Scholastica, 23, has surprisingly decided to enter the University of Chichen Itza, and is the only woman in the institution undertaking a PhD in Political Science and Military History.
 * Praetorate of Pure Science: Military and economic buildup continue. Life still sucks. There is some joy at the birth of a three-headed chicken on a farm, which is seen as a good omen, but other than that there is nothing unsucky to mention.
 * In the Imperium Africana, Sankala continues to gain prominence and begins to become the main language of the Imperium. Sankala's spread encourages its usage as a primary language by the population of the empire. The Imperium railroad projects continue with government backing and patronage, and many people travel all across the empire for work thanks to the increased demand for skilled workers. The consolidation of land into the empire is deemed a success and work on ther goals begin. The propaganda continues, fueling Ethiopian rage and helping its people to work harder and better for the nation. People work for their nation and for greater prosperity. The army continues to purchase modern equipment for the planned 1880 military rearmament by the government. The Gattling guns received from the United Maharajya are produced by the imperial arsenals as part of the project. The success of the engineers is proven greatly when many flaws in the original Orissan designs are corrected, and refined blueprints sent back to the Maharajya to aid the nation modify its stock of guns to higher standards. The navy continues to work with the Orissan navy multiple naval exercises take place. Ethiopia's the construction of its own "superdock" continues, with a tenth of the dock built. The construction of "battleships" begins, with the first by the IMS Induvadana. In Bado, the process of establishing thriving towns and villages continues. The tribal people learn how to communicate by writing in Sankala, as the Ethiopians begin to implement it in schools and start to teach the Bado how to write with it. In Northern Antillia, colonists from Wädäb continue to co-operate with the Inuit, providing them medicine and new goods and continue to teach the Inuit a script to be able to write their language. A lot of the Inuit learn it and the colonists encourage the people of the Inuit to inhabit permanent settlements to help gain some form of governence. Baridi sees many small outposts constructed and business opportunists head to the lands to be able to get new furs and wood. The propaganda continues to encourage different tribes to co-operate and intermarry. A new generation of children from parents who are moving past social taboos are growing up and beginning to make their own choices in life. The large amount of people exchanged between Orissa and Ethiopia continues. Many mixed marriages take place due to this but many families still taboo marrying an Orissan. However, acceptance for this begins to grow as many interacial couples prove the taboo to not be as bad as previously assumed. Reservoirs have helped make many areas into lush savannas and areas which did not have enough water can now support crops. Mali sees growth and the "Ethiopificiation" campaign continues at full speed. Hospitals and other basic services like schools are developed. Mali's vassalization of the states to the west continues into its third year. Kenya's land reform program makes great gains in encouraging residents to farm other portions of the nation, gaining a boost in agricultural development and output. Kenya continues to see a greater immigration boom into the nation as many head into the nation. Many parts of the nation begin to see urban development and railroads begin to develop in the nation. The Atlantian colony of Ethiopia continues to suffer from the problems linked to A'Asab and troops have to be sent in to help quell them. Additional troops have to be sent to help maintain order there. The idea of "fasceism" begins to expand in the Ethiopian colony, which has been passed off through some of the more militant members of A'Asabism.
 * Wärqama is expanded by 18,000 km, focusing its expansion north. Wädäb expands by 16,000 km inland, trying to get to the Northern Lakes. Development of the lands within the territory of Dähnnät continues with support from the government. Nyamwezi is expanded by 15,000 km southward. Kenya expands the colony of Taimaini by 10,000 km on the coasts. Baridi expands by 15,000 km as the company brings in its workers to work the land and help make a profit out of this experimental endeavour. They offer to sell the colony of Buruk to China still stands by the Ethiopian government. Dafur expands 20,000 km westward and Kitara expands 15,000 km northward. Oyo and Yuroboland also expand by 15,000 km east and west respectively into uncivilised lands. New Oman expands 15,000 km inward, with the gold helping pay off various Ethiopian debts around the world and help create a boom. The military, economy and infrastructure of all territories are expanded. Road links are soon upgraded while a few railroads are built too.
 * Hey Viva, China accepted last turn.

1871
'''A'Asab plans a grand strike that he believes will open the eyes of the people against the tyranny of the grasshopper spirits. He commissions a team of his finest men, led by his mysterious right hand man "John of the Selk'nam", to carry out a major terrorist attack in the heavily fortified Japanese Special Administrative Region of Byakuren, at a site of a major religious site which they consider to be the "hub of the grasshopper spirits". John and his men cross secretly into Northern Byakuren and plant a large amount of explosives in a major Buddhist temple in the border city of Hata no Kokoro, a pilgrimage site for locals. The temple is totally destroyed in the explosion, killing 100 people in the rubble and with A'asab's men killing 200 more as they flee. John is captured by Japanese forces. A manhunt ensues for A'asab, but the rebellions are invigorated and many men are lost. It is thought that A'asab may never be captured, and while his forces are driven back the bloodshed becomes more intense and thousands of A'asabists die in the fighting. In November, A'asab, himself, surfaces in a village controlled by his forces in Dakshin Patagoshina. He declares that the Great Bat Angel has spoken to him, and told him that the violence has killed enough grasshopper spirits to cease. He says that the Bat Angel hates violence but that his faith must be allowed to continue. He says that he will cease violence and go into exile in the A'sabist settlement in Yagich Rafael and asks to be handed over to Selk'nam authorities for transport along with his captured lieutenant John of the Selk'nam. However, he says that if either he or John is harmed, "fire will rain on the cities of Atlantia in a great day of divine wrath".'''

'''I changed Miyako to Byakuren, and also replaced the word colony with Special Administrative Region, since it's no longer called Miyako and it's an SAR, not a colony. -Kogasa

'''Thank you. No problems with that. ~Imp'''

''' The Orissans take their chances and kill him with as many Gattling guns as they could find. There is widespread celebrations at the news of his death and peace begins to return to the lands affected. The next day, water begins to fall from the skies - it rains, very very heavily. '''
 * Portugal, León, Aragon, Castille, Navarra and Granada's economies improve and industrialization continues. Meanwhile, railroads continue to built in Portugal. Meanwhile, Sofala expands 3800 sq km, and Angola expands 500 sq km. Meanwhile, railroads continue to be built in Brasil, and Meanwhile, it expands by 29,200 sq km. Meanwhile in Rio da Prata, attempts to calm down the situation diplomatically are made. Meanwhile, Brasil sends more troops to fight the A'Asabists after some recent inactivity, and Rio da Prata does the same.
 * The Mutapan economy continues growing, and the country expands by 7000 sq km.
 * The United Provinces of Antília build up its military.
 * The Rokkaku Shogunate builds up the military. More Taoist temples and Shinto shrines are built throughout the nation. Empress Go-Shōtoku continues seeing the construction of railways throughout the nation. Rokkaku Yoshinobu steps down and Rokkaku Iemochi becomes Shogun. Shinto shrines, Taoist temples and some Buddhist temples are built throughout the colonies. More funding is put into science and agriculture. More fertiliser is created and used on fields. More air furnaces are also built. Meanwhile, urbanisation continues throughout the nation. More steam power is built, and a few water wheels are built. In the Special Administrative Region of Byakuren, Chief Executive Mononobe Shigemichi continues to have the borders heavily guarded to make sure the A'Asabism religion doesn't spread to the area. More Buddhist Temples are built as well.
 * The Federal Republic of Tojiko continues to build up its military and expands by 9950 sq km. Some Jīdūhist and Amaterasuist churches are built. A few Shinto shrines are also built.
 * The Federal Prefectures of Kagerou/Kasodani continues to build up its military. More Shinto shrines and Taoist temples are built. A few Buddhist temples are also built.
 * The Republic of Himekaidou continues to build up its military. Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples are built throughout the nation.
 * Apostolic Church: More missionaries are sent to Atlantia and inland Africa.
 * Apache Preatorate: Preator Geronimo pens the Ethics of the Preatores. A book that outlines the virtues that leaders of a Pure Science Movement must follow if they are to be considered a real Preator. The military is improved, industrialization continues and many railways are constructed. A puckle gun is built and soon is placed along the Mayan border. More Liberators are sent to Northern Mayan lands, Nuevo Italia, Tamania, New Russia and to talk to Chief Sitting Bull of the Lakota.(Preator Geronimo is a Doctor Doom-like character. He rules with an iron fist but cares a lot about his people).
 * Apache Empire: The colony of Icemountain expands 1000 sq km and the economy is improved. Imperial Industries continues to expand. Industrialization continues and many merchant vessals are built and are sent around the world to trade. Parliament has 50% Reactionaries, 24% Imperialists, 6% Socialists and 20% Workers Party.
 * The Scandinavians continue to expand their industry throughout the country, with the heavy industry spreading northward from the Danish provinces. The southern and central Swedish provinces are now part of the industrial heartland started in the Danish provinces. The three major religions of Scandinavia continue expanding in their new provinces. Scandinavian industry begins to grow in the new provinces with railroads spreading across the land and the cities growing more industrialized. The Scandinavians continue the process of absorbing Karelia into their nation, with railroads being spread through the new territory. New factories spring up all over Karelia, with urbanization along the lines of the rest of Scandinavia taking place. The Karelian capital city of Šuomua continues to see massive growth thanks to the influx of Scandinavian industry.
 * People in France's Atlantian colonies and vassal states begin to grow weary of the overlordship of the French. They seek to form their own government, and in order to meet this end, local leaders from Nouvelle Bourgogne, Nouvelle Judea, Trinidad, Muiscas, and Brazilea all met in Nouvelle Bordeaux, the capital of Nouvelle Bourgogne, and agree to sign the Déclaration d'Indépendance et la Liberté, which states that France ought to, with regard to human dignity, recognize the states as an independent nation. A delegation is sent to Paris, led by the revolutionary Jean-Emmanuel Nazaire Séverin. He negotiates with the leaders of the Gaul Republic to ensure the establishment of Ministère de l'Atlantide.
 * Scotland: The Greenland colony expands maximumly. Proposals for a new Kingdom of Albion in the former Great Brython. All the former Welsh nations are invited. 
 *  All nations approached refuse to join the so-called Kingdom of Albion. The Penzance Pact nations refuse because they prefer the decentralized nature of their alliance, and England refuses because they intend to unite with Germany eventually. The fact that all three nations in the former British Isles are monarchies only cements their desire to stay independent of Scotland. 
 * Atlantide.png Republic: The Colonies expand. Brasilea 18,000 sq km expanding inland underneath the Cypriot colony and Baie d'Notre Dame expands by 32.000 sq km inland, while La Riviere stops expanding, Baie d'Eric expands into western Canada by 14,000 sq km, north to the Ethiopian colony. Economy is built up. Military is built up. The organization of the departments of the republic continues. The Gaul government continues seeing powerless the actions of the Carthaginian Nestorianism, yet their politics stand. It's a Carthaginian issue rather than a concern for the Gauls. The government extends the hand to Lorraine in order to establish a steady government in the region. Begins the vassalization of La Marche. It begins a to accelerate the growth of Industrial region such as Paris, Dijon and Bordeaux and the creation of railways throughout the colonies and the nations itself. While this, artillery is established in the Seine River and Bordeaux to defend the nation from foreign intervention. While this, the army in L'Riviere begins creating military bases in the region to develop military and train the local army. In the Muisca Confederacy, Nouvelle Bourgogne, and Nouvelle Judea, after a series of situations, the French and local governments agree on unifying the national structures under the Ministère de l'Atlantide, centered in Nouvelle Bourgogne with control of the Muiscan lands and Nouvelle Judea. While the Colonial Government on Brazilea is reluctant, it ends up agreeing to join after realizing that the territories are closer to each other and culturally similar. While this, France asks the Chinese about a treaty to finalize the expansionism in the region and to avoid further difficulties and conflicts over the region. However, it wants to first know what would the Chinese offer for most of the Colony. France also joins in the intercontinental railway the Russians offered in 1869.
 * Any player may take the Miniestere if they want from now on, of course, if they agree on being protectorates of the Gaul Republic as Cape Vert.
 * Correction - they would be in the Gaul Commonwealth as a Colonial Nation.
 * Taken :D            [[Image:Ancapflag.svg|25px|link=User:Reximus55]]     I find your lack of faith   disturbing.  07:10, October 31, 2013 (UTC)
 * Persia's Shah seeks to be remarried, since his latest marriage has not produced any offspring before his wife died. His main prospect is the Princess Marie of Carthage, and he starts to court her. By the end of the year, the two are married in New Persepolis. Both of them being Nestorian leads to promises of future greatness of a Nestorian state uniting Persia, Carthage and the Levant. Persia is now played by the player of Carthage, as they are in a Dynastic Union.
 * You betrayed me ...
 * Well, he wanted a nation that had more power or more chances to grow. Sine dei gloriem &#34;Ex Initio Terrae&#34; (talk) 03:12, October 31, 2013 (UTC)
 * Sorry, Scraw. It was just that Sine could offer me more than you could, and managed to give me the needed shove that I was requiring.            [[Image:Ancapflag.svg|25px|link=User:Reximus55]]     <font color=maroon face="Helvetica">I find your lack of faith   <font color="#ff0000" face="Helvetica" title="Blog">disturbing.  03:27, October 31, 2013 (UTC)
 * Meanwhile, I was planning a massive revolution followed by a Rambo period in the region. Sine, I keep telling you this, you need better excuses.
 * Well, that's what I had understood from him. Per se, I didn't want to give up my favorite colony but well, he wanted it - and I got something of it, so. Yay for me! Sine dei gloriem &#34;Ex Initio Terrae&#34; (talk)
 * Bayern (Member of the German Empire): The state of Bayern builds its military along with all her colonies (Borneo). Borneo expands infrastructure and continues industry. Bavaria continues to experience a baby boom. Cities like Munchen and Bamberg grow as people flock to the cities. Work in the Imperial Capital continues at a breakneck pace. Bavaria officially retires all the old wooden ships in the royal navy. The newer ironclads and larger steamships become much more common. The German navy becomes a power to be admired in the North Seas. Propaganda is pumped throughout Germany, telling the people to work faster and harder to forward the Fatherland into a bright future. Kristof Shelds officially begins to sale the new typewriter. Robert Benz' internal combustion engine continues to improve. Benz, undeterred by the Imperial ban on autowagens, continues to manufacture in limited numbers the Autowagen Ein. He begins planning a way to improve manufacturing the vehicle. He also plans a new model he tentatively calls auto model A. Benz and his business associate Hans Krouss begin to appeal to the government and the Coach's Union. Bavaria sends more and more Bavarian soldiers and citizens to England. English-German relations improve greatly. Bavaria declares full support behind the English and warns any nation, that any attack, however small, against England, will be a declaration of war on England and the whole of the mighty Germanic Empire and her commonwealths. Relations with Scotland sour somewhat after a failed round of talks.
 * Imperial Commonwealth of Australis: Expands rapidly into the black as more and more settlers arrive to the nation. Randolf Gebring finances the Australis portion of the rail system connecting the Saxon colony to Australis. The nation continues to make money from its jewelry exports, which are some of the best in the world. The Australian navy is upgraded. The military expands. Some of Elva's lifts have made it to Australis and are currenty being installed in several government buildings. These new lifts are spurring a growth of new and taller buildings. Josef Mann designs a building that is slated to be constructed as the world's tallest building. He calls it the Broomeswalt building.  Construction is restarted on the Broomewalt building. The Imperial Australis Railway offers Italian Australis to connect the railways to form a Pan-Australis railway. The Navy is expanded and begins making its presence known in the Indian Ocean.
 * Great Lorraine: Military is built up. School system grows. Economy is built up. In a fast move the situation turn its tide, as Republicans from Picardy throw a surprise attack into Lorraine forcing the Kingdom to send troops to fight them. By the end of the year the king is executed and the monarchy is overthrown, the Republic of Lorraine-Picardy is again re-established.
 * Carthage: School system is updated all over the empire. The foundation of universities continues along the empire territories The military is built up. Carthage is outraged, Numidia is soon equally taken by Nestorian theocrats, yet the actions are kept low as many in the senate agree with this actions. Economy is built up. Sends an Olympic team as well as representatives for the Carthaginians, The nation celebrates its success in the Olympics games. the Union with persia starts and the Princes Marie I of carthage is crowned in the capital city
 * Leptis: Military is built up and school system continues growing. The creation of pluricultural churches starts in the south of Leptis begins. French scholars continue populating the region, many coming for the University of Leptis. Economy is built up. Remains neutral on the events in Mauretania.
 * Numidia: Military is built up and school system continues growing. The coup d'etat: the Numidians overthrow the Nestorian government as Muslims and Catholic groups force the Nestorian leadership to fight in the streets of the small duchy, in the end reaching the capital and setting the new government the Republic of Numidia. Economy is built up.
 * Mauretania: Military is built up. The events occurring in Numidia cause similar events in Mauretania and soon the Nestorian militants are executed by the people of Mauretania the Republic is declared yet allegiance is sworn to the Carthaginians. Navy expands. Economy is built up.
 * Zululand: Military is built up. The expansion starts by 10,000 sq km to the north. Many French begin to settle the region as planned during the vassalization of Basotho and Zululand. Economy is built up.
 * Vassalization of the Southern State north to Zululand and Basotho begins
 * Basotho: Military and navy are built up. Many French begin to settle the region as planned during the Vassalization of Basotho and Zululand. The expansion starts by 10,000 sq km to the north. Economy is built up. Vassalization of the Central State north to Zululand and Basotho begins
 * Venaissin: The military and navy are built up. Navy expands. Economy is built up
 * The Hellenic Union continues to develop its railways, and steel and glass are developed all over Anatolia and the Hellenic peninsula. In Cyprus and Crete, cloth factories and paper mills are built and in the colonies, hospitals and health care continue to be widespread. In Constantinople and the surrounding areas, artillery begins to be built and is placed at both the Dardandelles and the Bosphorous, to protect Constantinople from attack. The Hellenic Union continues to expand both its economy and its military and its colonies are expanded. Nea Konstantinoupoli is expanded by 48,000 sq km. Artillery becomes more widespread and is used to protect the Union.
 * Cyrenaica: expands 20,000 sq km into the desert and continues to develop paper mills and cloth factories. Cyrenaica continues to implement a more democratic society.
 * Tamania: continues expanding its military and economy, and starts discussions with the Mayan Empire.
 * Athamos: continues expanding its military and economy and starts discussions with the Mayan Empire and L'Atlantide.
 * Saxony (Member of the German Empire): The Landtag of the kingdom, spearheaded by the Liberals, invests three million Reichsthalers in developing industry in the North of the country. Some more coalmines are dug. After some heated negotiations, the Coachdrivers Union agrees to permit automobiles to drive on public streets, providing they observe a strict 5 km/h speed limit and always give way to coaches and horses. The Imperial Landtag takes note of the agreement, and will repeal its automobile ban early next year. The colonies expand their usual amounts and directions. In Anhalt, the Prince is assassinated by anarchists as he watches an opera. His son and successor, Prince Frederik IV promulgates a declaration which will emancipate all serfs within three years.
 * Myanmar: We decide to grant our colonies independence with protection. Urbanization continues using the lumber in Northern Myanmar. Industrialization begins to speed up dramatically due to the rise of personal enterprises and the steam engine. More rifles are built. We continue expanding our navy. We become really rich from selling silk and scientists began researching an industrialised way of making silk. Most of Myanmar is now cities. Equalism thought reaches Rangoon and begin to influence governmental decisions.
 * Persia's new leadership, and the influence of the popularly elected Parliament, allow the internal workings of Persia to continue. A Pan-Persian nationalism begins to rise. The cities of Baghdad and New Persepolis receive huge influx of refugees, leading to a housing problem, but killing the labor shortage. The economy is growing due to the urbanization. In Turkomenistan, those who have not fled hope that the war will soon be over. We continue our vassalization of Kuwait. Aslan the old Shah has died. (Rex asked me to post for him)
 * Italia works on its naval forces and continues to retire all of its old sailboats. Ironclads now compose a large portion of the Italian navy which is feared by many around the world. Italia continues to support Pacifico's appeal to the Mayans. Huge levels of aid from Italia and Nuovo Italia and Ecuatore are sent to help the Aymaran Kingdom with the clean up and to fight the A'asabists. Urbanization continues across Italia at a rapid pace - especially in the Western port cities. Venice continues to make a name for itself in tourism for the upper and middle classes, education and naval construction in some of the farther islands with the lagoon's sheltered and settled condition proving to be perfect for shipbuilding. Florence and a few other cities in central Italia become industrial centres as huge cloth weaving factories spring up to serve the growing demands of an expanding population. The University of Venice continues to lead in chemical experimentation with much interest in radioactivity and its properties. Meanwhile, the University of Milan and the University of Istria continue to lead in the study of human anatomy with near daily dissections. The University of Southern Tyrolia continues observing the skies and discovers more astronomical objects. Italia and its subject nations continue to experience a declining death rate as a result of greater understanding of how the human body works. Printing presses in the major cities churn out daily newspapers for the people reporting on various news across the Italian dominions. Kingsland and Vellettia expands by 40,000 sq km each in Australia. Tsingapore continues to be an economic powerhouse for Italia. Work to extend the rail network continues with minor lines springing up. Passenger and freight trains break social and cultural barriers and make travel a lot more affordable. Many factories of different types continue to be set up around Italia and its dominions. Construction continues on the Grand Pacific railway in Australis. Pacifico seeks to develop modern naval ships based on Polynesian and Maori designs. Discontent with Italian rule grows in Pacifico as the local populace start to turn against the Mayan peoples. Several men are arrested for attacking Mayan traders. Calls for Italia to allow the blockade strengthen as the local Maori population demand that the last area of their homeland be returned. Italia warns the Mayans that it is holding back the Pacificans from hostile action against North Maori and the Mayan Empire and offers the trade yet again in an attempt to see a peaceful solution.
 * Nuovo Italia expands its economy seeking to become a leading trade nation in the Antilias as Italia is in Europe. Novorossiya works on its military. The protectorate of Messina expands by 20,000 sq km westward and is flooded by those seeking to follow the Neu Berliners in their westward march.
 * Romania works on its economy. The Aymaras begin to work with Ecuatore to update and upgrade their military. Siam and Malacca work on their navies. Yugoslavia and Hungary work on their armies. The anarchist rebellion continues gaining strength in Hungary with some cells being sent to stir things up in Yugoslavia and Italia.
 * The Union of the Benelux continue to prepare their southern border defenses in case of hostilities with the Gaul Republic which has made moves toward Brittany. Wales, Ireland and Brittany continue to build up their infrastructure to match Italian standards.
 * The Levantine Kingdom continues further strengthening of infrastructure. The Nile sees the rise of factories similar to those in Florence.
 * The Maldives continues naval buildup
 * Lakota Tribes: Expansion of Lakota agriculture continues along the Pekitanoui River and its tributaries. Irrigation begins to spread along the Pekitanoui River, mainly in the southern portion, increasing the amount of farm and grazing lands, increasing agriculture production and attracting more buffalo. Hunting of the buffalo continue as more of their skins are used as clothing and teepee coverings, and more of their meat is used to feed the growing population. The palisade wall idea has been completed on more outlying towns, and re-inforcement of the walls inside the capital has finished, and the re-inforcement of the walls of cities near the capital has finished. The tribal feudal system begins to undergo a series of reforms based on nobility, where lower chiefs are now able to raise their own tribal warrior groups, independent of the highest chief, unless the warrior groups are or need to be used by the highest chief. Trade with the Mayans, Apache, Neu Berlin, and Kagerou/Kasodani continues, growing the Lakota tribal economy. The Revolutionary Guards of the Pure Science Movement begin to gain momentum with some of the lower chiefs, as well as Sitting Bull. Lakota expansion of 15,000 sq km continues westward.
 * China: China expands its military and economy. The Trans-Manchurian railroad is completed and opened. A line into Siberia is proposed. Meanwhile, urbanization continues as China expands its infrastructure and economy. The military is also expanded. Rebuilding in Dongfang continues as Baitudu and New Manchuria both expands 28,000 sq km to the north. Acquisition of Ethiopia's colony is finalized. More trade routes are opened with the African nation. Finally, Mögas expands east by 8000 sq km.
 * The Mayan Empire continues trade with European colonies and the Lakota. The border with the Apache Praetorate is closed completely. Aid is sent to the Apache Empire to set up an temporary government in Port Royal. Influence from the Apostolic Church continues to grow in Lakin. More branch lines are created for the railroad, connecting more large markets. As a result of the expanding rail network, the economy booms. The Juun family continues improving the national public school system and their railroad holdings. Glass, steel and concrete become common building materials in the southern provinces. Some of these establishments also appear in Mutul and Azteca. Trade throughout North Maori and New Ceatl continues, allowing for more trade with Asian nations. Infrastructure in Zapotec continues to be updated. The colony of Halakin continues trading with the nations in Atlantia.  More universities are established in lower class provinces. Roads in the northern part of the Empire continue to be updated, especially in areas of heavy traffic. The Royal Science Academy continues work on scientific projects. Duke Coyopa continues studying at the Academy. At the wedding of his cousin, Prince Chac, Duke Coyopa meets Princess Scholastica, whom he begins to pursue. Flax and tobacco are grown. Linen is produced in Mutul and Azteca. Money is invested in regional projects to promote wealth and business. Middle class families continue rising to prominence in some of the more wealthy provinces, as well as some of the less wealthy provinces. Haven expands 12,400 km.
 * Propaganda within the Maharajya continues as the government continues to convince its people that their hard work and loyalty is necessary to the survival of their people and state. Industrialisation continues to occur all over the nation, while Sankala begins to become the primary language of the nation of the United Maharajya. Railroad construction continues and many small towns spring up at intersections. The dredging of the islands of Bumbai continues at a faster pace and mud begins to be piled onto the islands to make them higher. The specific rail routes helps to transport mud and the demand to transport large number of carriadges makes the development of powerful train engines crucial. The economy continues to grow smoothly and the pressure of heavy reseach has been lifted from the nation. The SOC's promotion of Atlantia continues and thousands head to Atlantia to set up their new lives. Many have begun to marry natives and a mixed race is forming in United Maharajyan territories too. Arab Bombay grows as huge investments are made to the city to make it the financial hub for the idea - while Bumbai becomes an industrial city. The first Akaschut (OTL Skyscraper) continues to gain more support and the planning of it begins to take place. Major construction projects continue as the government seeks to expand the wealth of the nation into all parts of the Maharajya. The Uda Code becomes the normal code to be used in Maharajyan territories. They ask to be allowed to extent the Uda Code to other nations (anyone interested ask!). The steamship and submersible navy continues to grow with government backing and subsidies. More battleships begin to be build in the construction docks for the nation to grow its strength. Huge celebrations occur all over Patagoshina and people hold many street parties. There is no regret for the death of A'Asab and his followers begin to be marginalised from normal society. Afghan sees the first major cities in its lands and its economy begins to boom as a result. The Afghani work on keeping its army in shape. The mass production of the Gattling guns begin and the drawbacks found are improved on. Many Jains once more begin to settle and the conversion of those who were converted to Islam back into following Jainism begins in earnest. Jainistan is expanded by 64,150 km.Orissan Aprika expands by 64,150 km northward. The Orissans grow tired of the Boers and plan to stop their little stunt soon. Dakshin Aprika sees more immigrants who focus on constructing new houses and farming new lands for themselves. Morocco and Mauritania are expanded by 15,000 km each. The Gold Coast is expanded by 850 km. Kolkata sees heavy repairwork and hopes its bid for the Olympics will be looked at favourably. It will help to reconstruct much of the city and bring investment. The nation is alarmed by the new developments in Atlantia and states it will refuse any attempts to buy the Rajput colony. This causes tensions to once again begin to develop and agitation against France.
 * Rajputana continues to expand its army, economy and infrastructure. Their colony of Jainistan sees thousands head into the colony and the army helps the nation seek out new sites for villages. The Rajputs vow their colony will not be bought over and they hope to continue their control of the area.The Khmers and expand their military, economy and infrastructure, as do Mataram and Brunei. The puppet state of Naya Bihar expands military, economy and infrastructure. Hinduism continues to spread in the territory, as many see more to gain from joining the religion of the many and the powerful, than to stay in darkness and ignorance. Butung develops its infrastructure and its military and economy are expanded. Kongo is expanded by 15,000 km northward, and it continues to vassalise the state east to it.
 * Yagich Reafael Diplomacy: Scholastica is given premission to marry Duke Cotoya (sorry no Selk'nam post this turn - busy - will be back next yar)
 * Neu Berlin and Kanada expand military. Neu Germanica expands 16,000 sq km. Greater Transcaucasia continues to influence Turkistan and Kurdistan. Turkistan finally accepts and becomes part of the Union. Neu Berlin begins to develop a more modernized and more efficient military, implementing use of balloons for espionage as well as the new Gatling guns, which become a frontline weapon to be used in whatever war comes next. Cries for revolution become stronger in Transcaucasia.
 * Russia does typie type stuff and things to upgrade military ... not much else ... and Duma is now controlled by the Socialists ...
 * Minsk does stuff to update economy.
 * In the Imperium Africana, Sankala continues to gain prominence and begins to become the main language of the Imperium. Sankala's spread encourages its usage as a primary language by the population of the empire. The Imperium railroad projects continue with government backing and patronage, and many people travel all across the empire for work thanks to the increased demand for skilled workers. The consolidation of land into the empire is deemed a success and work on ther goals begin. The propaganda continues, fueling Ethiopian rage and helping its people to work harder and better for the nation. People work for their nation and for greater prosperity. The army continues to purchase modern equipment for the planned 1880 military rearmament by the government. The Gattling guns received from the United Maharajya are produced by the imperial arsenals as part of the project. The success of the engineers is proven greatly when many flaws in the original Orissan designs are corrected, and refined blueprints sent back to the Maharajya to aid the nation modify its stock of guns to higher standards. The navy continues to work with the Orissan navy multiple naval exercises take place. Ethiopia's the construction of its own "superdock" continues, with a 35% of the dock built. The construction of "battleships" continues, with three already in operation as of the end of 1870, five more are under construction as the superdock. In Bado, the process of establishing thriving towns and villages continues. The tribal people learn how to communicate by writing in Sankala, as the Ethiopians begin to implement it in schools and start to teach the Bado how to write with it. In Northern Antillia, colonists from Wädäb continue to co-operate with the Inuit, providing them medicine and new goods and continue to teach the Inuit a script to be able to write their language. A lot of the Inuit learn it and the the colonists encourage the people of the Inuit to inhabit permanent settlements to help gain some form of governence. Baridi sees many small outposts constructed and business opportunists head to the lands to be able to get new furs and wood. The propaganda continues to encourage different tribes to co-operate and intermarry. A new generation of children from parents who are moving past social taboos are growing up and beginning to make their own choices in life. The large amount of people exchanged between Orissa and Ethiopia continues. Many mixed marriages take place due to this but many families still taboo marrying an Orissan. However, acceptance for this begins to grow as many interacial couples prove the taboo to not be as bad as previously assumed. Reservoirs have helped make many areas into lush savannas and areas which did not have enough water can now support crops. Mali sees growth and the "Ethiopificiation" campaign continues at full speed. Hospitals and other basic services like schools are developed. Mali's vassalization of the states to the west continues into its third year. Kenya's land reform program makes great gains in encouraging residents to farm other portions of the nation, gaining a boost in agricultural development and output. Kenya continues to see a greater immigration boom into the nation as many head into the nation. Many parts of the nation begin to see urban development and railroads begin to develop in the nation. The Atlantian colony of Ethiopia continues to suffer from the problems linked to A'Asab and troops have to be sent in to help quell them. Additional troops have to be sent to help maintain order there. The idea of "fasceism" begins to expand in the Ethiopian colony, which has been passed off through some of the more militant members of A'Asabism.
 * Wärqama is expanded by 18,000 km, focusing its expansion north. Wädäb expands by 16,000 km inland, trying to get to the Northern Lakes. Development of the lands within the territory of Dähnnät continues with support from the government. Nyamwezi is expanded by 15,000 km southward. Kenya expands the colony of Taimaini by 10,000 km on the coasts. Baridi expands by 15,000 km as the company brings in its workers to work the land and help make a profit out of this experimental endeavour. Dafur expands 20,000 km westward and Kitara expands 15,000 km northward. Oyo and Yuroboland also expand by 15,000 km east and west respectively into uncivilised lands. New Oman expands 15,000 km inward, with the gold helping pay off various Ethiopian debts around the world and help create a boom. The military, economy and infrastructure of all territories are expanded. Road links are soon upgraded while a few railroads are built too.

1872

 * Portugal, León, Aragon, Castille, Navarra and Granada's economies improve and industrialization continues. Meanwhile, railroads continue to built in Portugal. Meanwhile in León, Ramiro V dies with no issue, and is succeeded by his uncle Fernando de Haro, Duke of Oviedo, who is crowned as "By the Grace of God, Fernando VIII, King of León, Córdoba, Sevilla and Asturias, Duke of Cádiz, Galisteo, Cea, Oviedo and Alba de Tormes, Marchess of Coria, Castrofuerte, Valdefuentes and Villamanrique, and Count of Coca and Palma del Río". Meanwhile, the now-Prince of Asturias, Juan de Haro, after the death of his first wife, marries Elvira Ramírez de Lara, daughter of Ramiro VIII Ramírez de Lara, former Regent of León during Ramiro V's reign and Marchess of Jarandilla. Meanwhile in Aragon, Maria Manrique de Lara gives birth to a daughter, who is named Blanca. Meanwhile in Navarra, the Prince of Viana, Garcia de Comminges-Guitaut, dies. Meanwhile, Sofala expands 3800 sq km, and Angola expands 500 sq km. Meanwhile, railroads continue to be built in Brasil, and Meanwhile, it expands by 29,200 sq km. Meanwhile in Rio da Prata, attempts to calm down the situation diplomatically are made. Meanwhile, Brasil sends more troops to fight the A'Asabists after some recent inactivity, and Rio da Prata does the same.
 * The Mutapan economy continues growing, and the country expands by 7000 sq km.
 * The United Provinces of Antília build up its military.
 * The Scandinavians continue to expand their industry throughout the country, with the heavy industry spreading northward from the Danish provinces. The southern and central Swedish provinces are now part of the industrial heartland started in the Danish provinces. The three major religions of Scandinavia continue expanding in their new provinces. Scandinavian industry begins to grow in the new provinces with railroads spreading across the land and the cities growing more industrialized. The Scandinavians continue the process of absorbing Karelia into their nation, with railroads being spread through the new territory. New factories spring up all over Karelia, with urbanization along the lines of the rest of Scandinavia taking place. The Karelian capital city of Šuomua continues to see massive growth thanks to the influx of Scandinavian industry. Finn inventor Toivo Sulin officially creates a new kind of self-contained metal cartridge that makes firearms much more practical. He establishes the Sulin Firearms Manufacturing Company. The invention of "smokeless gunpowder" by a Norwegian chemist also improves the capability of such firearms. Tino Väinämöinen, an associate of Sulin's, invents a machine gun smilar to Russia's Volkov gun (the name "Gatling gun" being derived from the inventor's name) though the company's recent inventions make it much more practical than the Volkov gun. Other inventions made by the Sulin company include a bolt-action rifle and a revolver pistol. The Scandinavian government begins arming small portions of the army with these weapons on an experimental basis.
 * The Rokkaku Shogunate builds up the military. More Taoist temples and Shinto shrines are built throughout the nation. Empress Go-Shōtoku continues seeing the construction of railways throughout the nation. Shinto shrines, Taoist temples and some Buddhist temples are built throughout the colonies. More funding is put into science and agriculture. More fertiliser is created and used on fields. More air furnaces are also built. Meanwhile, urbanisation continues throughout the nation. More steam power is built, and a few water wheels are built. In the Special Administrative Region of Byakuren, the city of Hata no Kokoro begins to be rebuilt along with the Buddhist Temple. Heavy protests against A'Asabism also occur. Chief Executive Mononobe Shigemichi has John executed for the attack. This move became a bit controversial in Japan itself, and Empress Go-Shōtoku expressed her concerns.
 * The Federal Republic of Tojiko continues to build up its military and expands by 9950 sq km. Some Jīdūhist and Amaterasuist churches are built. A few Shinto shrines are also built.
 * The Federal Prefectures of Kagerou/Kasodani continues to build up its military. More Shinto shrines and Taoist temples are built. A few Buddhist temples are also built.
 * The Republic of Himekaidou continues to build up its military. Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples are built throughout the nation.
 * Bayern (Member of the German Empire): The state of Bayern builds its military along with all her colonies (Borneo). Borneo expands infrastructure and continues industry. Bavaria continues to experience a baby boom. Cities like Munchen and Bamberg grow as people flock to the cities. Work in the Imperial Capital continues at a breakneck pace. Bavaria officially retires all the old wooden ships in the royal navy. The newer ironclads and larger steamships become much more common. The German navy becomes a power to be admired in the North Seas. Propaganda is pumped throughout Germany, telling the people to work faster and harder to forward the Fatherland into a bright future. Kristof Shelds officially begins to sale the new typewriter. Robert Benz' internal combustion engine continues to improve. Benz, undeterred by the Imperial ban on autowagens, continues to manufacture in limited numbers the Autowagen Ein. He begins planning a way to improve manufacturing the vehicle. He also plans a new model he tentatively calls auto model A. Benz and his business associate Hans Krouss win their appeal to the Bavarian Reichstag and the law is repealed. However, a speed no faster than 7 km/hr is permitted, and coaches and horses are to be given right of way. Bolstered by this victory, continues to refine the automobile, while many see it as a waste of time and effort, Benz continues working diligently in hopes of one day improving the autowagen so much that it would one day surpass horse-drawn coaches. In the meantime, his business partner Krouss, a wealthy Australian who moved to Bavaria, continues drafting up plans to form a motor company, though the company itself may be more than a decade away ... Bavaria sends more and more Bavarian soldiers and citizens to England. English-German relations improve greatly. Bavaria declares full support behind the English and warns any nation, that any attack, however small, against England, will be a declaration of war on England and the whole of the mighty Germanic Empire and her Commonwealths. German and Englsih begin to merge and a new language called Saxonisch is created. This new language, a mixture of German and Saxon English, begins to gain much popularity in England. Seeing this the German Reichsrat approves a motion to begin teaching Saxonisch as a second language in German schools throughout the Empire and Commonwealths.
 * Imperial Commonwealth of Australis: Expands rapidly into the black as more and more settlers arrive to the nation. Randolf Gebring finances the Australis portion of the rail system connecting the Saxon colony to Australis. The nation continues to make money from its jewelry exports, which are some of the best in the world. The Australian navy is upgraded. The military expands. Some of Elva's lifts have made it to Australis and are currenty being installed in several government buildings. These new lifts are spurring a growth of new and taller buildings. Josef Mann designs a building that is slated to be constructed as the world's tallest building. He calls it the Broomeswalt building.  Construction is restarted on the Broomewalt building. The Imperial Australis Railway offers Italian Australis to connect the railways to form a Pan-Australis 'Railway. In Neu Munchen, a brilliant scientist by the name of Edmund Reading, an English immigrant to the Commonwealth, gains patents covering a partial vacuum, carbon filament incandescent lamp, which dubs "The Electric Torch Bulb" this new device, he hopes, would power the future of the world. With his patents secured, he plans on unveiling the new device at the First World's Fair hosted in London in 1875. He begins working feverishly to make his bulb a reality. To help test out his new electric device he asks the archetect of the Broomswalt building to invest in the new technology. Intrigued, the architect agrees. In the winter of 1872 Reading founds the Commonwealth Elektrik Beleuchtung Unternehmen (Commonwealth Electric Lighting Company).
 * Myanmar: We decide to grant our colonies independence with protection. Urbanization continues using the lumber in Northern Myanmar. Industrialization begins to speed up dramatically due to the rise of personal enterprises and the steam engine. More rifles are built. We continue expanding our navy. We become really rich from selling silk and scientists began researching an industrialised way of making silk. Most of Myanmar is now cities. Equalism thought reaches Rangoon and begin to influence governmental decisions. We become filthily advanced.
 * Scotland: The Greenland colony maxiumly expands. King Maximalian I, the recently crowed king marries the Princess of Wales, Princess Rachel of Wales. All the former Welsh nations are invited. <Mod Response>
 * They all said no. The idea is dead. Let it go or leave.
 * China: China expands its military and economy. The Trans-Manchurian railroad is completed and opened. A line into Siberia is proposed. Meanwhile, urbanization continues as China expands its infrastructure and economy. The military is also expanded. Rebuilding in Dongfang continues as Baitudu and New Manchuria both expand 28,000 sq km to the north. Acquisition of Ethiopia's colony is finalized. More trade routes are opened with the African nation. Finally, Mögas expands east by 8000 sq km. Progress in the world of science is made as China unveils the design for the Lóng Háng, or Air Dragon. The equivalent to the OTL Zeppelin, the Air Dragons will be the first electricity-powered airship. Construction begins later this year. The Air Dragon will be completed by 1875. The Beijing Olympics kick off with a massive celebration, including an impressive firework display.
 * Gaul Republic D: We ask the Chinese to make a treaty to finalize the expansionist campaign from both sides. Sine dei gloriem &#34;Ex Initio Terrae&#34; (talk) 05:56, November 1, 2013 (UTC)
 * You are supposed to host the Olympics this year.
 * Gaul Republic: The Colonies expand. Brasilea 22,000 sq km expanding inland underneath the Cypriot colony and Baie d'Notre Dame expands by 32.000 sq km inland, while La Riviere stops expanding, Baie d'saint louis is founded by inhabitants of French Antilia expanding by 200 sq km expands and another one soons follow near OTL shark's bay in Australia equally expanding by 200 sq km. Economy is built up. Military is built up. The organization of the departments of the republic continues. The Gaul government continues seeing powerless the actions of the Carthaginian Nestorianism, yet their politics stand. It's a Carthaginian issue rather than a concern for the Gauls. The government extends the hand to Lorraine in order to establish a steady government in the region. Begins the vassalization of La Marche. It begins a to accelerate the growth of Industrial region such as Paris, Dijon and Bordeaux and the creation of railways throughout the colonies and the nations itself. While this, artillery is established in the Seine River and Bordeaux to defend the nation from foreign intervention. While this, France asks the Chinese about a treaty to finalize the expansionism in the region and to avoid further difficulties and conflicts over the region. However, it wants to first know what would the Chinese offer for most of the colony. 
 * Let's talk about this on chat. CrimsonAssassin- "I have special eyes" 19:46, November 1, 2013 (UTC)
 * Great Lorraine: Military is built up. School system grows. Economy is built up. In a fast move the situation turn its tide, as Republicans from Picardy throw a surprise attack into Lorraine forcing the Kingdom to send troops to fight them. By the end of the year the king is executed and the monarchy is overthrown, the Republic of Lorraine-Picardy is again re-established.
 * Carthage: School system is updated all over the empire. The foundation of universities continues along the empire territories The military is built up. Carthage is outraged, Numidia is soon equally taken by Nestorian theocrats, yet the actions are kept low as many in the senate agree with this actions. Economy is built up. Sends an Olympic team as well as representatives for the Carthaginians, The nation celebrates its success in the Olympics games. The union with Persia starts and the Princess Marie I of Carthage is crowned in the capital city.
 * Leptis: Military is built up and school system continues growing. The creation of pluricultural churches starts in the south of Leptis begins. French scholars continue populating the region, many coming for the University of Leptis. Economy is built up. Remains neutral on the events in Mauretania.
 * Numidia: Military is built up and school system continues growing. The coup d'etat: the Numidians overthrow the Nestorian government as Muslims and Catholic groups force the Nestorian leadership to fight in the streets of the small duchy, in the end reaching the capital and setting the new government the Republic of Numidia. Economy is built up.
 * Mauretania: Military is built up. The events occurring in Numidia cause similar events in Mauretania and soon the Nestorian militants are executed by the people of Mauretania the Republic is declared yet allegiance is sworn to the Carthaginians. Navy expands. Economy is built up.
 * Zululand: Military is built up. The expansion starts by 10,000 sq km to the north. Many French begin to settle the region as planned during the vassalization of Basotho and Zululand. Economy is built up.
 * Vassalization of the Southern State north to Zululand and Basotho begins
 * Basotho: Military and navy are built up. Many French begin to settle the region as planned during the Vassalization of Basotho and Zululand. The expansion starts by 10,000 sq km to the north. Economy is built up. Vassalization of the Central State north to Zululand and Basotho begins.
 * Venaissin: The military and navy are built up. Navy expands. Economy is built up.
 * Persia: Military and navy are built up. hopefull to heal relations it ask for a non-aggression pact with the Central Asian groups.
 * Turkomenistan: Military is built up.
 * Saxony (Member of the German Empire): The empire-wide ban on the public driving of automobiles is lifted, but the 5 km/h speed limit and horses-always-get-right-of-way laws are introduced to compensate. The military is built up, and the presence in England is increased. Some of the more radical voices in the landtag begin calling for state pensions and worker's rights. Most scoff at the idea, but they do gain some supporters, including, some say, the Emperor-King. The Department of Polar Affairs appoints a "Governor" of Kaiser Karl Land. The position is basically a sinecure but he has to approve any expeditions within the territory. The first serfs are emancipated in Anhalt, significantly reducing the influence of the anarchists. Tanimbarkai builds a few railways. Saxon Australis proposes the "Pan Australian Railway" be a massive ring-rail around the entire coast of the continent. SA expands 2000 sq km inland into Arnhem Land. Saxon West Africa works on infrastructure, and expands 2000 sq km along the border with Teke. Saxon colonial army officers begin training Teke soldiers, and Saxon industrialists begin getting concessions from the Teke king to build railways/telegraphs, etc.
 * Le Ministère de l'Atlantide, led by the revolutionary and popular Jean-Emmanuel Nazaire Séverin, begins to adopt ideals from Neu Berlin, most notably the idea of Scrunifest Destiny. The nationalism of L'Atlantide surges, and as a result the capital city of Nouvelle Charlispolis is renamed Capitaux Quartier du Condamine, in honor of the founder of the Nouvelle Borgougogne colony and who mapped out large regions of northern Atlantia. Séverin then attempts to sooth Athamos in order to benefit both nations, and if possible unite them under a political union in a few decades. As the economy grows, talks of a rail line extending from Nouvelle Bordeux along the coast (OTL Cartagena) to C.Q. Condamine (OTL Bogota) begin to be acted upon.
 * L'Atlantide asks to buy the small Mayan exclave in between Chimu and the state of Nouvelle Bourgogne.
 * The Mayan Empire must decline. It is an important trading port with the rest of Atlantia.
 * L'Atlantide enters negotiations with Mahajayra in order to acquire the relatively unpopulated northernmost state of their holdings in Atlantia.
 * Italia works on its naval forces and begins to build huge battleships over twice the size of the Orissan ones using Italian techniques for balance and floatation control. Ironclads compose a large portion of the Italian navy which is feared by many around the world. Italia continues to support Pacifico's appeal to the Mayans. Huge levels of aid from Italia and Nuovo Italia and Ecuatore are sent to help the Aymaran Kingdom with the clean up and to fight the A'asabists. Urbanization continues across Italia at a rapid pace - especially in the Western port cities. Venice continues to make a name for itself in tourism for the upper and middle classes, education and naval construction in some of the farther islands with the lagoon's sheltered and settled condition proving to be perfect for shipbuilding. Florence and a few other cities in central Italia become industrial centres as huge cloth weaving factories spring up to serve the growing demands of an expanding population. The University of Venice continues to lead in chemical experimentation with much interest in radioactivity and its properties. Meanwhile, the University of Milan and the University of Istria continue to lead in the study of human anatomy with near daily dissections. The University of Southern Tyrolia continues observing the skies and discovers more astronomical objects. Italia and its subject nations continue to experience a declining death rate as a result of greater understanding of how the human body works. Printing presses in the major cities churn out daily newspapers for the people reporting on various news across the Italian dominions. Kingsland and Vellettia expands by 40,000 sq km each in Australia. Tsingapore continues to be an economic powerhouse for Italia. Work to extend the rail network continues with minor lines springing up. Passenger and freight trains break social and cultural barriers and make travel a lot more affordable. Many factories of different types continue to be set up around Italia and its dominions. Construction continues on the Grand Pacific railway in Australis. Pacifico seeks to develop modern naval ships based on Polynesian and Maori designs. Discontent with Italian rule grows in Pacifico as the local populace start to turn against the Mayan peoples. Several men are arrested for attacking Mayan traders. Calls for Italia to allow the blockade strengthen as the local Maori population demand that the last area of their homeland be returned. Italia warns the Mayans that it is holding back the Pacificans from hostile action against North Maori and the Mayan Empire and offers the trade yet again in an attempt to see a peaceful solution. Italia offers no other terms other than the trade of Oaxaca for North Maori.
 * ​The Mayan Empire argues that if peace cannot be assured, then how can the exchange be made. Italia's hesitance to sign a peace agreement worries several Mayan leaders.
 * I promise you Scan, I will outbuild you :P. Although I already have an advantage as I have those ships launched. Plus doubling the size of them might end up giving you something like WWII size battleships. Now it is definitely on!
 * Nuovo Italia expands its economy seeking to become a leading trade nation in the Antilias as Italia is in Europe. Novorossiya works on its military. The protectorate of Messina expands by 20,000 sq km westward and is flooded by those seeking to follow the Neu Berliners in their westward march.
 * Romania works on its economy. The Aymaras begin to work with Ecuatore to update and upgrade their military. Siam and Malacca work on their navies. Yugoslavia and Hungary work on their armies. The anarchist rebellion continues gaining strength in Hungary with some cells being sent to stir things up in Yugoslavia and Italia.
 * The Union of the Benelux continue to prepare their southern border defenses in case of hostilities with the Gaul Republic which has made moves toward Brittany. Wales, Ireland and Brittany continue to build up their infrastructure to match Italian standards.
 * The Levantine Kingdom continues further strengthening of infrastructure. The Nile sees the rise of factories similar to those in Florence.
 * The Maldives continues naval buildup
 * The Hellenic Union continues to develop its railways, and steel and glass are developed all over Anatolia and the Hellenic peninsula. In Cyprus and Crete, cloth factories and paper mills are built and in the colonies, hospitals and health care continue to be widespread. In Constantinople and the surrounding areas, artillery begins to be built and is placed at both the Dardandelles and the Bosphorous, to protect Constantinople from attack. The Hellenic Union continues to expand both its economy and its military and its colonies are expanded. Nea Konstantinoupoli is expanded by 48,000 sq km. Artillery becomes more widespread and is used to protect the Union.
 * Cyrenaica: expands 20,000 sq km into the desert and continues to develop paper mills and cloth factories. Cyrenaica continues to implement a more democratic society.
 * Tamania: continues expanding its military and economy, and starts discussions with the Mayan Empire.
 * Athamos: continues expanding its military and economy and starts discussions with the Mayan Empire and L'Atlantide.
 * Great Haruwin of the Selk'nam: Prime Minister Paschal continues deepending industrialization and focusses on ensuring that the major cities outside of the Industrial North have all of the same conveniences as their Northern brothers - and also on the development of industry in the Yagich Pugh colony. Royal Marriages  continue to be sought for Princesses Kyneswide and Aethylthryth - King David secretly dispatched couriers seeing if marriages can be found in the great natons of Imperium Africana, Italia, or Scandanavia (Please respond).
 * Preatorate of Pure Science: Praetoress Athena continues to rule with an iron fist, and it is said that her vision of Pure Science is even more radical than that of Icarus himself. Icarus' son Ptolemy has become something of a leader of the underground opposition, alsthouhj he is careful to protect is business interests. Relations are deepened with the Apache Praetorate, and attempts are made to spread Pure Science into the nations and colonies of Africa, especially Tojiko and Dakshin Aprika. Efforts are also made to contact the Levantine Boer state in South Africa, in hopes that Pure Science will appeal to them in their fight against colonialism. A secret team of highly trained soldiers is dispatched - bound for Yagich Rafael on an unknown mission.
 * Kingdom of Yagich Rafael: On August 24th, King Gavin Peter is dedicating a Church when a series of explonsions collapse the Church, killing the King and several of his inner circle. As soldiers converge on the site, several quicklime-filled landmines detonate, killing at least a dozen soldiers, and several men with rifles attack soldiers fleeing the scene. More soldiers arrive and kill the assailants, but one says with hs dying breath, "You have not even come close to solving the equation, monarchist scum, Pure Science has arrived to try you for your crimes against reason!" Two days later, the leader of the Pure Science assassin group, a woman who identifies herself only as "Eris" is found in a slum outside Yagich Rafael Yagich with a large number of homemade bombs and bomb-making material. She claims that there are others in the Kingdom and says "you are already beaten!" as she is put in chains. There is a great cry among the public to execute this "Eris", but the Prime Minister is firm about keeping her alive as as source of information. Meanwhile, there is debate about the royal succession among the nobility, but it is decided quickly that the only option is to give the throne to the young Princess Scholastica (as the only other royal relatives are the Selk'nam Royal Family in Atlantia). Scholastica sends word that she will return immediately on the fastest steamship to assume the throne, although it is decided that she must sail a longer route accross the Pacific via Australis, so as to avoid the large swath of the Atlantic under Pure Science control. Before leaving she notifies her fiance Duke Cotoya that she must return to her homeland and begs him to come with her, giving him only a week to decide.    
 * Apostolic Church: Missionaries are sent to inland Africa and A'asabist effected areas.
 * Apache Empire: The economy is improved and industrilization continues. Emperor Ekta expands Imperial Industries and is outraged at the assaination of King Gavin Peter and declares war on the Preatorate of Pure Science and their allies. Emperor Ekta spearheads an invasion into the Apache Preatorate and Prince Louis leads the navy against the Preatorate of Pure Science. Icemountain expands 1000 sq km.
 * Apache Preatorate: Preator Geronimo expands the military and prepares the defenses of a true civilization against the corruption of tyranny. Industrialization continues and Liberators are sent to Northern Mayan lands, Tamania, Nuevo Italia and to talk to Chief Sitting Bull in the Lakota. Preator Geronimo writes a letter to Preatoress Athena "You have accomplished a great thing this year but would you tell me next time in advance when you assassinate a prominate monarch so I can assist?"
 * The Mayan Empire continues trade with European colonies and the Lakota. The border with the Apache Praetorate is closed completely. Aid is sent to the Apache Empire to set up an temporary government in Port Royal. Influence from the Apostolic Church continues to grow in Lakin. More branch lines are created for the railroad, connecting more large markets. As a result of the expanding rail network, the economy booms. The Juun family continues improving the national public school system and their railroad holdings. Glass, steel and concrete become common building materials in the southern provinces. Some of these establishments also appear in Mutul and Azteca. Trade throughout North Maori and New Ceatl continues, allowing for more trade with Asian nations. Infrastructure in Zapotec continues to be updated. The colony of Halakin continues trading with the nations in Atlantia.  More universities are established in lower class provinces. Roads in the northern part of the Empire continue to be updated, especially in areas of heavy traffic. The Royal Science Academy continues work on scientific projects. Duke Coyopa continues studying at the Academy. Duke Coyopa decides to leave for Yagich Rafael with Scholastica. Flax and tobacco are grown. Linen is produced in Mutul and Azteca. Money is invested in regional projects to promote wealth and business. Middle class families continue rising to prominence in some of the more wealthy provinces, as well as some of the less wealthy provinces. Haven expands 12,400 km.
 * Propaganda within the Maharajya continues as the government continues to convince its people that their hard work and loyalty is necessary to the survival of their people and state. Industrialisation continues to occur all over the nation, while Sankala begins to become the primary language of the nation of the United Maharajya. Railroad construction continues and many small towns spring up at intersections. The dredging of the islands of Bumbai continues at a faster pace and mud begins to be piled onto the islands to make them higher. The specific rail routes helps to transport mud and the demand to transport large number of carriadges makes the development of powerful train engines crucial. The economy continues to grow smoothly and the pressure of heavy reseach has been lifted from the nation. The SOC's promotion of Atlantia continues and thousands head to Atlantia to set up their new lives. Many have begun to marry natives and a mixed race is forming in United Maharajyan territories too. Arab Bombay grows as huge investments are made to the city to make it the financial hub for the idea - while Bumbai becomes an industrial city. The first Akaschut (OTL Skyscraper) continues to gain more support and its consturction is approved. A man named Ratan Tata has stated his company would like to be awarded the contract to construct the building. The government approves and construction will start soon. Major construction projects continue as the government seeks to expand the wealth of the nation into all parts of the Maharajya. The Uda Code becomes the normal code to be used in Maharajyan territories. They ask to be allowed to extent the Uda Code to other nations (anyone interested ask!). The steamship and submersible navy continues to grow with government backing and subsidies. More battleships continue to be build in the construction docks for the nation to grow its strength. After recieving reports on the Italian constructions, the United Maharajya plan to build ships nearly 50% larger than their current ships. This will take longer and will certainly take more time to construct than the Italian battleships. A'Asabists begin to be marginalised from normal society. Afghan sees the first major cities in its lands and its economy begins to boom as a result. The Afghani work on keeping its army in shape. The mass production of the Gattling guns begin and the drawbacks found are improved on. Many Jains once more begin to settle and the conversion of those who were converted to Islam back into following Jainism begins in earnest. Jainistan is expanded by 64,150 km. Orissan Aprika expands by 64,150 km northward. The Orissans grow tired of the Boers and plan to stop their little stunt soon. Dakshin Aprika sees more immigrants who focus on constructing new houses and farming new lands for themselves. Morocco and Mauritania are expanded by 15,000 km each. The Gold Coast is expanded by 850 km. Kolkata sees heavy repairwork and hopes its bid for the Olympics will be looked at favourably. It will help to reconstruct much of the city and bring investment. The nation is alarmed by the new developments in Atlantia and states it will refuse any attempts to buy the Rajput colony. This causes tensions to once again begin to develop and agitation against France.
 * Rajputana continues to expand its army, economy and infrastructure. Their colony of Jainistan sees thousands head into the colony and the army helps the nation seek out new sites for villages. The Rajputs vow their colony will not be bought over and they hope to continue their control of the area.The Khmers and expand their military, economy and infrastructure, as do Mataram and Brunei. The puppet state of Naya Bihar expands military, economy and infrastructure. Hinduism continues to spread in the territory, as many see more to gain from joining the religion of the many and the powerful, than to stay in darkness and ignorance. Butung develops its infrastructure and its military and economy are expanded. Kongo is expanded by 15,000 km northward, and it continues to vassalise the state east to it.
 * Neu Berlin and Kanada expand military. Neu Germanica expands 16,000 sq km. Greater Transcaucasia continues to influence Kurdistan. Neu Berlin continues to develop a more modernized and more efficient military, implementing use of balloons for espionage as well as the new Gatling guns, which become a frontline weapon to be used in whatever war comes next. Cries for revolution become even more stronger in Transcaucasia, with one German (Neu Berlin German, that is) Friedrich Fort insisting that the people of Transcaucasia and Neu Berlin have grown further apart since the death of Germanica. Meanwhile, German inventer Hans Mercedes seeks to make a motorized vehicle for the streets of Neu Berlin.
 * lol Mercedes, my guy's name is Benz. Anyway Germany would like to approach Neu Berlin with an offer of Alliance.
 * In the Imperium Africana, Sankala continues to gain prominence and begins to become the main language of the Imperium. Sankala's spread encourages its usage as a primary language by the population of the empire. The Imperium railroad projects continue with government backing and patronage, and many people travel all across the empire for work thanks to the increased demand for skilled workers. The consolidation of land into the empire is deemed a success and work on ther goals begin. The propaganda continues, fueling Ethiopian rage and helping its people to work harder and better for the nation. People work for their nation and for greater prosperity. An Ethiopian scientist by the name of Ezana Iskinder develops the alternating current, which comes to serve as the most efficient and safest channeling of electricity in Ethiopian cities. Considered revolutionary, his work spreads quickly, with official government backing, and details of his work are sent to the Orissans so that they can benefit from the information as well. The army continues to purchase modern equipment for the planned 1880 military rearmament by the government. The Gattling guns received from the United Maharajya are produced by the imperial arsenals as part of the project. The success of the engineers is proven greatly when many flaws in the original Orissan designs are corrected, and refined blueprints sent back to the Maharajya to aid the nation modify its stock of guns to higher standards. The navy continues to work with the Orissan navy multiple naval exercises take place. Ethiopia's the construction of its own "superdock" continues, with a 35% of the dock built. The construction of "battleships" continues, with three already in operation as of the end of 1870, five more are under construction as the superdock. In Bado, the process of establishing thriving towns and villages continues. The tribal people learn how to communicate by writing in Sankala, as the Ethiopians begin to implement it in schools and start to teach the Bado how to write with it. In Northern Antillia, colonists from Wädäb continue to co-operate with the Inuit, providing them medicine and new goods and continue to teach the Inuit a script to be able to write their language. A lot of the Inuit learn it and the the colonists encourage the people of the Inuit to inhabit permanent settlements to help gain some form of governence. Baridi sees many small outposts constructed and business opportunists head to the lands to be able to get new furs and wood. The propaganda continues to encourage different tribes to co-operate and intermarry. A new generation of children from parents who are moving past social taboos are growing up and beginning to make their own choices in life. The large amount of people exchanged between Orissa and Ethiopia continues. Many mixed marriages take place due to this but many families still taboo marrying an Orissan. However, acceptance for this begins to grow as many interacial couples prove the taboo to not be as bad as previously assumed. Reservoirs have helped make many areas into lush savannas and areas which did not have enough water can now support crops. Mali sees growth and the "Ethiopificiation" campaign continues at full speed. Hospitals and other basic services like schools are developed. Mali's vassalization of the states to the west continues into its third year. Kenya's land reform program makes great gains in encouraging residents to farm other portions of the nation, gaining a boost in agricultural development and output. Kenya continues to see a greater immigration boom into the nation as many head into the nation. Many parts of the nation begin to see urban development and railroads begin to develop in the nation. The Atlantian colony of Ethiopia continues to suffer from the problems linked to A'Asab and troops have to be sent in to help quell them. Additional troops have to be sent to help maintain order there. The idea of "fasceism" begins to expand in the Ethiopian colony, which has been passed off through some of the more militant members of A'Asabism.
 * Wärqama is expanded by 18,000 km, focusing its expansion north. Wädäb expands by 16,000 km inland, trying to get to the Northern Lakes. Development of the lands within the territory of Dähnnät continues with support from the government. Nyamwezi is expanded by 15,000 km southward. Kenya expands the colony of Taimaini by 10,000 km on the coasts. Baridi expands by 15,000 km as the company brings in its workers to work the land and help make a profit out of this experimental endeavour. Dafur expands 20,000 km westward and Kitara expands 15,000 km northward. Oyo and Yuroboland also expand by 15,000 km east and west respectively into uncivilised lands. New Oman expands 15,000 km inward, with the gold helping pay off various Ethiopian debts around the world and help create a boom. The military, economy and infrastructure of all territories are expanded. Road links are soon upgraded while a few railroads are built too.

1873
''' An earthquake strikes Antioch, killing 1200 people. '''


 * Portugal, León, Aragon, Castille, Navarra and Granada's economies improve and industrialization continues. Meanwhile, railroads continue to built in Portugal. Meanwhile in León, Elvira Ramírez de Lara gives birth to a girl, which is called Octavia.Meanwhile, Sofala expands 3800 sq km, and Angola expands 500 sq km.Meanwhile, after years bearing no issue, Blanca de Cardona gives birth to a boy, which is called João. Meanwhile, railroads continue to be built in Brasil, and Meanwhile, it expands by 29,200 sq km. Meanwhile in Brasil, slavery is abolished in Entre Rios.
 * The Mutapan economy continues growing, and the country expands by 7000 sq km.
 * The United Provinces of Antília build up its military.
 * Sorry for the early post again.I still don't know what went wrong.
 * Bayern (Member of the German Empire): The state of Bayern builds its military along with all her colonies (Borneo). Borneo expands infrastructure and continues industry. Bavaria continues to experience a baby boom. Cities like Munchen and Bamberg grow as people flock to the cities. Work in the Imperial Capital continues at a breakneck pace. Bavaria officially retires all the old wooden ships in the royal navy. The newer ironclads and larger steamships become much more common. The German navy becomes a power to be admired in the North Seas. Propaganda is pumped throughout Germany, telling the people to work faster and harder to forward the Fatherland into a bright future. Kristof Shelds officially begins to sale the new typewriter. Robert Benz' internal combustion engine continues to improve. Benz, undeterred by the Imperial ban on autowagens, continues to manufacture in limited numbers the Autowagen Ein. He begins planning a way to improve manufacturing the vehicle. He also plans a new model he tentatively calls auto model A. Benz and his business associate Hans Krouss win their appeal to the Bavarian Reichstag and the law is repealed. However, a speed no faster than 7 km/hr is permitted, and coaches and horses are to be given right of way. Bolstered by this victory, continues to refine the automobile, while many see it as a waste of time and effort, Benz continues working diligently in hopes of one day improving the autowagen so much that it would one day surpass horse-drawn coaches. In the meantime, his business partner Krouss, a wealthy Australian who moved to Bavaria, continues drafting up plans to form a motor company, though the company itself may be more than a decade away ... Bavaria sends more and more Bavarian soldiers and citizens to England. English-German relations improve greatly. Bavaria declares full support behind the English and warns any nation, that any attack, however small, against England, will be a declaration of war on England and the whole of the mighty Germanic Empire and her Commonwealths. German and Englsih begin to merge and a new language called Saxonisch is created. This new language, a mixture of German and Saxon English, begins to gain much popularity in England. Seeing this the German Reichsrat approves a motion to begin teaching Saxonisch as a second language in German schools throughout the Empire and Commonwealths.
 * Imperial Commonwealth of Australis: Expands rapidly into the black as more and more settlers arrive to the nation. Randolf Gebring finances the Australis portion of the rail system connecting the Saxon colony to Australis. The nation continues to make money from its jewelry exports, which are some of the best in the world. The Australian navy is upgraded. The military expands. Some of Elva's lifts have made it to Australis and are currenty being installed in several government buildings. These new lifts are spurring a growth of new and taller buildings. Josef Mann designs a building that is slated to be constructed as the world's tallest building. He calls it the Broomeswalt building.  Construction is restarted on the Broomewalt building. The Imperial Australis Railway offers Italian Australis to connect the railways to form a Pan-Australis 'Railway. In Neu Munchen, a brilliant scientist by the name of Edmund Reading, an English immigrant to the Commonwealth, gains patents covering a partial vacuum, carbon filament incandescent lamp, which dubs "The Electric Torch Bulb" this new device, he hopes, would power the future of the world. With his patents secured, he plans on unveiling the new device at the First World's Fair hosted in London in 1875. He begins working feverishly to make his bulb a reality. To help test out his new electric device he asks the archetect of the Broomswalt building to invest in the new technology. Intrigued, the architect agrees. In the winter of 1872 Reading founds the Commonwealth Elektrik Beleuchtung Unternehmen (Commonwealth Electric Lighting Company). Orissa is offered construction aid in there skyscraper projects, as long as the amibitious Broomeswalt project receives Orissian engineers.
 * In the Imperium Africana, Sankala continues to gain prominence and begins to become the main language of the Imperium. Sankala's spread encourages its usage as a primary language by the population of the empire. The Imperium railroad projects continue with government backing and patronage, and many people travel all across the empire for work thanks to the increased demand for skilled workers. The consolidation of land into the empire is deemed a success and work on ther goals begin. The propaganda continues, fueling Ethiopian rage and helping its people to work harder and better for the nation. People work for their nation and for greater prosperity. The typewriter is invented in Ethiopia by an Ethiopian secretary who grew tired of the extensive hand-written reports she had to give to her superiors. Like most Ethiopian inventions, a copy of the secretary's work is turned over to the Orissans as a gift. The army continues to purchase modern equipment for the planned 1880 military rearmament by the government. The Gattling guns received from the United Maharajya are produced by the imperial arsenals as part of the project. The success of the engineers is proven greatly when many flaws in the original Orissan designs are corrected, and refined blueprints sent back to the Maharajya to aid the nation modify its stock of guns to higher standards. The navy continues to work with the Orissan navy multiple naval exercises take place. Ethiopia's the construction of its own "superdock" continues, with a 35% of the dock built. The construction of "battleships" continues, with three already in operation as of the end of 1870, five more are under construction as the superdock. In Bado, the process of establishing thriving towns and villages continues. The tribal people learn how to communicate by writing in Sankala, as the Ethiopians begin to implement it in schools and start to teach the Bado how to write with it. In Northern Antillia, colonists from Wädäb continue to co-operate with the Inuit, providing them medicine and new goods and continue to teach the Inuit a script to be able to write their language. A lot of the Inuit learn it and the the colonists encourage the people of the Inuit to inhabit permanent settlements to help gain some form of governence. Baridi sees many small outposts constructed and business opportunists head to the lands to be able to get new furs and wood. The propaganda continues to encourage different tribes to co-operate and intermarry. A new generation of children from parents who are moving past social taboos are growing up and beginning to make their own choices in life. The large amount of people exchanged between Orissa and Ethiopia continues. Many mixed marriages take place due to this but many families still taboo marrying an Orissan. However, acceptance for this begins to grow as many interacial couples prove the taboo to not be as bad as previously assumed. Reservoirs have helped make many areas into lush savannas and areas which did not have enough water can now support crops. Mali sees growth and the "Ethiopificiation" campaign continues at full speed. Hospitals and other basic services like schools are developed. Mali's vassalization of the states to the west continues into its third year. Kenya's land reform program makes great gains in encouraging residents to farm other portions of the nation, gaining a boost in agricultural development and output. Kenya continues to see a greater immigration boom into the nation as many head into the nation. Many parts of the nation begin to see urban development and railroads begin to develop in the nation. The Atlantian colony of Ethiopia continues to suffer from the problems linked to A'Asab and troops have to be sent in to help quell them. Additional troops have to be sent to help maintain order there. The idea of "fasceism" begins to expand in the Ethiopian colony, which has been passed off through some of the more militant members of A'Asabism.
 * Wärqama is expanded by 18,000 km, focusing its expansion north. Wädäb expands by 16,000 km inland, trying to get to the Northern Lakes. Development of the lands within the territory of Dähnnät continues with support from the government. Nyamwezi is expanded by 15,000 km southward. Kenya expands the colony of Taimaini by 10,000 km on the coasts. Baridi expands by 15,000 km as the company brings in its workers to work the land and help make a profit out of this experimental endeavour. Dafur expands 20,000 km westward and Kitara expands 15,000 km northward. Oyo and Yuroboland also expand by 15,000 km east and west respectively into uncivilised lands. New Oman expands 15,000 km inward, with the gold helping pay off various Ethiopian debts around the world and help create a boom. The military, economy and infrastructure of all territories are expanded. Road links are soon upgraded while a few railroads are built too.
 * The Scandinavians continue to expand their industry throughout the country, with the heavy industry spreading northward from the Danish provinces. The southern and central Swedish provinces are now part of the industrial heartland started in the Danish provinces. The three major religions of Scandinavia continue expanding in their new provinces. Scandinavian industry begins to grow in the new provinces with railroads spreading across the land and the cities growing more industrialized. The Scandinavians continue the process of absorbing Karelia into their nation, with railroads being spread through the new territory. New factories spring up all over Karelia, with urbanization along the lines of the rest of Scandinavia taking place. The Karelian capital city of Šuomua continues to see massive growth thanks to the influx of Scandinavian industry.
 * The Rokkaku Shogunate builds up the military. More Taoist temples and Shinto shrines are built throughout the nation. Empress Go-Shōtoku continues seeing the construction of railways throughout the nation. Shinto shrines, Taoist temples and some Buddhist temples are built throughout the colonies. More funding is put into science and agriculture. More fertiliser is created and used on fields. More air furnaces are also built. Meanwhile, urbanisation continues throughout the nation. More steam power is built, and a few water wheels are built. In the Special Administrative Region of Byakuren, the city of Hata no Kokoro begins to be rebuilt along with the Buddhist Temple.
 * The Federal Republic of Tojiko continues to build up its military and expands by 9950 sq km. Some Jīdūhist and Amaterasuist churches are built. A few Shinto shrines are also built. Pure Science also begins to spread after its introduction last year.
 * The Federal Prefectures of Kagerou/Kasodani continues to build up its military. More Shinto shrines and Taoist temples are built. A few Buddhist temples are also built.
 * The Republic of Himekaidou continues to build up its military. Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples are built throughout the nation.
 * The Hellenic Union continues to develop its railways, and steel and glass are developed all over Anatolia and the Hellenic peninsula. In Cyprus and Crete, cloth factories and paper mills are built and in the colonies, hospitals and health care continue to be widespread. In Constantinople and the surrounding areas, artillery begins to be built and is placed at both the Dardandelles and the Bosphorous, to protect Constantinople from attack. The Hellenic Union continues to expand both its economy and its military and its colonies are expanded. Nea Konstantinoupoli is expanded by 48,000 sq km. Artillery becomes more widespread and is used to protect the Union.
 * Cyrenaica: expands 20,000 sq km into the desert and continues to develop paper mills and cloth factories. Cyrenaica continues to implement a more democratic society.
 * Tamania: continues expanding its military and economy, and starts discussions with the Mayan Empire.
 * Athamos: continues expanding its military and economy and starts discussions with the Mayan Empire and L'Atlantide.
 * Saxony (Member of the German Empire): With the automobile ban lifted, the wealthy begin to buy more automobiles. Benz, being a Bavarian and a compatriot, is pbviously the preference, but quite a few of the "new money" industrialists and developers import Merzedes autos from Neu Berlin. (Seeing as cars were invented and produced in German-speaking countries first, could "auto" become the in-game word for "car"?) In the state landtag, the proponents of "welfare" gain some more support amongst the liberal faction. A diplomatic naval expedition is kitted out to visit the Rokkaku Shogunate to try and establish trading relations with the Japanese. The expedition leader has a letter to the Shogun and the Empress, they will leave early next year. The Emperor, while on tour of the country, notices that the industrialisation of the country has led to a decline in agriculture. To try and combat this, His majesty himself creates a "Royal Agriculture Fund" to help research into agricultural technologies, as well as to give small loans to farmers. Saxon Australis expands 2000 sq km inland into Arnhem land. Saxon West Africa expands 2000 sq km along the border with Teke, and Saxon industrialists and bureaurocrats continue to gain influence within the Kingdom. Tanimbarkai works more on transport and telecommunications infrastructure.