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 it is now finished. Thus, this second game has been created. Welcome to Principia Moderni II.

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

Active
*		Collie Kaltenbrunner (mapmaker)

*		CrimsonAssassin

*		Galaguerra1

*		LurkerLordB (moderator-in-chief)

*		PitaKang

*		Scandinator (disaster moderator, mapmaker)

*		VonGlusenburg

*		Yankovic270

Honorary
*		Cosman246 (creator of the first game)

*		Detectivekenny (moderator-in-chief of the first game)

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 a * 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
*		Scandinavia

**				Denmark (Annexed by Scandinavia) -- AP (talk)

**				Norway (Annexed by Scandinavia) -- AP (talk)

**				Sweden (Annexed by Scandinavia) -- AP (talk)

**				Finland (Amalgamated from Helsinki/Turku) -- AP (talk)

**				Special Autonomous Region of the Saami (Vassal of Scandinavia) -- AP (talk)

Western Europe
*		Auvergne --

*		Brittany (Dynastic union with Normandy) --

*		Cornwall --

*		East Anglia --

*		 England -- Galaguerra1​ (collapsed)

*		France -- Stewdio333 (talk) 16:31, November 20, 2012 (UTC)

*		Holy Roman Empire (electors are bolded):

**				​German States

***						Altmark --

***						Anhalt (Vassal of Saxony) -- Callumthered (talk)

***						Ansbach --

***						Austria (collapsed, last monarch married to Bran. ruler) -- Scraw

***						Bar --

***						Bavaria -- Andr3w777

***						Berg --

***						Bohemia --

***						Brandenburg -- Scrawland Scribblescratch

***						Brunswick --

***						Breman --

***						Brunswick --

***						Burgundy -- Sine dei gloriem (talk)

***						Calais (Vassal of Burgundy) -- Sine dei gloriem (talk) 19:25, December 25, 2012 (UTC)

***						Cambray --

***						Cleves --

***						Cologne --

***						Friesland (annexed by Burgundy) -- Sine dei gloriem (talk)

***						Grisons --

***						Gueldres (Annexed by Burgundy) -- Sine dei gloriem (talk) 02:36, December 10, 2012 (UTC)

***						Hesse --

***						Lauenburg --

***						Liege --

***						Limburg --

***						Lorraine (Vassal of England) -- Galaguerra1​

***						Luxembourg (former of Brandenburg) -- Scrawland Scribblescratch

***						Magdeburg --

***						Mainz --

***						Mecklenburg --

***						Metz (Anexed by Palatinate) -- Quiari (talk)

***						Munster --

***						Nassau --

***						Paderborn --

***						Palatinate (Vassal of Savoy) -- Quiari (talk)

***						Salzburg (Vassal of Austria) -- Mawilda (talk)

***						Saxony -- Callumthered (talk)

***						Stassburg --

***						Sundgau --

***						Swiss Confederacy --

***						Trier --

***						Tyrolia (Dynastic Union with Austria) -- Mawilda (talk)

***						Ulm --

***						Utrecht --

***						Valais --

***						Westphalia --

**				Italian States

***						Byzantine Empire -- Zengu (talk)

***						Croatia (Vassal of Venice) -- Scandinator (talk)

***						d'Asti (Vassal of Milan) -- Bauglir Stormageddon, Dark Lord of All (talk)

***						Genoa (Vassal of Milan) -- Bauglir Stormageddon, Dark Lord of All (talk)

***						Milan -- Bauglir Stormageddon, Dark Lord of All (talk)

***						Modena (Diplomatic union with Venice) -- Scandinator (talk)

***						Montferrat (Diplomatic union with Milan) -- Bauglir Stormageddon, Dark Lord of All (talk)

***						Piombino --

***						Saluces (Vassal of Savoy) -- Quiari (talk)

***						Savoy (Dynastic Union with Naples ) -- Quiari (talk)

***						Siena (Diplomatic union with Venice) -- Scandinator (talk)

***						Venice -- Scandinator (talk)

**				Kent --

**				Mercia --

**				Normandy (dynastic union with Brittany) --

**				Northumbria -- Bfoxius (talk)

**				Scotland -- LurkerLordB (Talk)

**				Wales --

**				Wessex --

Eastern Europe
*		Al-Slaviet (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		Bosnia and Serbia (Dynastic Union with Naples) -- Quiari (talk)

*		Crimea (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		Cyprus -- Airlinesguy (talk)

*		Hungary -- Lynxes21

*		Montenegro (Vassal of Naples) -- Quiari (talk)

*		Rumelia (Caliphate) -- DeanSims

*		Russian Federation

**				Lithuania (Dynastic Union with Poland) -- AgentMars (talk)

**				Muscovy -- The Royal Guns (talk)

**				Novgorod-- LxCaucassus

**				Poland (Dynastic Union with Lithuania) -- AgentMars (talk)

**				Pskov (Vassal of Novgorod) --SneakyDeaky

**				Rostov -- The Royal Guns (talk)

**				Ruthenia -- AgentMars (talk)

**				Ryazan -- The Royal Guns (talk)

**				Ukraine -- AgentMars (talk)

**				Moldova-- The Royal Guns (talk)

**				Sibir-- Lx (leave me a message)

**				Principality of Baltica --  SneakyDeaky

*		Wallachia (Caliphate) -- DeanSims

Southern Europe
*		Aragon (Dynastic Union with Navarre and Brandenburg)-- * Fegelein! Fegelein! Fegelein!

*		Avignon-Provence (Joined the Papal States) -- ChrisL123 (talk)

*		Castille -- Mawilda (talk)

*		Granada -- Willster22 (talk)

*		Naples -- Quiari (talk)

*		Navarre (Dynastic Union with Aragon and Brandenburg) -- * Fegelein! Fegelein! Fegelein!

*		Papal States -- ChrisL123 (talk)

*		Portugal -- Collie Kaltenbrunner

Arabian Peninsula
*		Bedouin Nomads --

*		Hadramaut (Caliphate) -- Fed (talk)

*		Hejaz (Caliphate) -- Fed (talk)

*		Nejd (Caliphate) -- VonGlusenburg

*		Oman (Caliphate) -- VonGlusenburg

*		Palestine (Caliphate) -- Fed (talk)

*		Shaybah (Caliphate) -- VonGlusenburg

*		Yemen (Caliphate) -- Fed (talk)

Near East
*		Ak Qoyunlu --

*		Alaiye (Caliphate) -- DeanSims

*		Candar (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		Circassia (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		Dulkadir (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		East Qoyunlu (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		Georgia (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		Iraq (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		Karaman (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		Anatolia (Caliphate) -- DeanSims

*		Ramazan (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		Trebizond (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		West Qoyunlu (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

Siberia and Central Asia
*		Afghanistan (Caliphate) -- VonGlusenburg (talk to Von!)

*		The Khanate of Akmola -- Vassal of the Timurid Empire

*		Buryatia --

*		Chukchi --

*		The Dimurati Kingdom -- Currently part of the Timurid Empire

*		Evenks --

*		Kets -- 

*		The Khanate of Khoshut --

*		The Khanate of Mangystau --

*		Persia (Caliphate) -- Saamwiil (talk)

*		Samoyeds --

*		Principality of Sibir (Russian Federation)---Lx (leave me a message)

*		Tibet -- 77topaz (talk)

*		The Timurid Empire --

*		Tungus --

*		The Uyghur Khaganate --

*		Yakuts --

*		The Zunghar Khanate --

Indian Subcontinent
*		Bhutan (vassal of Tibet) -- 77topaz (talk)

*		Deccan (Caliphate) -- VonGlusenburg

*		Delhi Sultanate --

*		Gujarat (Caliphate) -- VonGlusenburg

*		Kashmir (vassal of Tibet) -- 77topaz (talk)

*		Koli (Caliphate) -- VonGlusenburg

*		Lanka (vassal of Bengal) -- Tipakay (talk)

*		Nepal (vassal of Tibet) -- 77topaz (talk)

*		Rajputana -- Sawdog 88

*		Sultanate of Bengal -- Tipakay (talk)

*		Vijayanagar/Dravida (vassal of Bengal) -- Imp (Say Hi?!)

East Asia
*		China (Ming Dynasty) -- CrimsonAssassin

*		Japan (civil disarray) -- Kogasa

*		Korea -- PitaKang

*		Manchuria -- Yankovic270

*		Ryukyu (Pirate occupied ARRRR) --

Southeast Asia
*		Arakan --

*		Ava (accidentally named Hanthawaddy on the map) (vassal of Tibet) -- 77topaz (talk)

*		Brunei (dynastic union with Bengal) -- Tipakay

*		Dai Viet --

*		Dayaks --

*		Jambi (vassal of Sundabang)--

*		Khmer Empire --

*		Laos --

*		Lanna (vassal of Tibet) -- 77topaz (talk)

*		The Sultanate of Malacca--

*		Majapahit --

*		Majapahit vassal states (all 1000 of them) --

*		The Sultanate of Minangkabau --

*		Pasai --

*		Pegu --

*		Shan Sultanate (vassal of Tibet) -- 77topaz (talk)

*		Siam -- ("reserved" for Nkbeeching)

*		Sumedang --

*		The Sultanate of Sundabang --

*		The Buddhist Kingdom of Tanimbarkai --

*		Ternate Sultanate --

Antillia (North America)
*		Apache -- Grantzu

*		Aztec Triple Alliance (Mayans) -- CourageousLife

*		Chipewyan --

*		Cree --

*		Creek --

*		Eskimo -- 

*		Hopi --

*		Innu --

*		Inuit -- Roozie2000 (talk)

*		Iroquois -- 

*		Lakota -- Althistoryman11

*		Mayan Empire -- CourageousLife (talk)

*		Miami --

*		Mixtec (Mayans) -- CourageousLife

*		Navajo --

*		New Georgia --

*		Tarasco --

*		Tsalagi --

*		Ute --

*		Vinland --

*		Zapotec City-States (Mayans) -- CourageousLife (talk)

Atlantia (South America)
*		Araucanians -- 

*		Arawak --

*		Caribs --

*		Goitacaz --

*		Inca Empire -- Zetsura (talk)

*		Manoa --

*		Mapuche --

*		Omagua --

*		Muisca --

*		Northern Andean City-States -- **

*		Tupi --

Oceania
*		Australian Aborigines --

*		Maori -- 

*		Melanesians -- 

*		Papua --

*		Polynesians --

North Africa
*		Berber -- CrocodileDundee (talk) 02:13, December 14, 2012 (UTC)

*		Egypt (Caliphate) -- Fed (talk)

*		Idrissid Morocco --

*		Tuaregs --

*		Tubu --

*		Tunisia (Caliphate) -- Fed (talk)

*		Tripolitania (Caliphate) -- Fed (talk)

*		Zayyanid Algeria --190.248.91.254 13:13, November 27, 2012 (UTC)

West Africa
*		Air --

*		Benin --

*		The Confederacy of Bonoman --

*		Borgu --

*		Ife --

*		Igala --

*		Kanem Empire -- BrawnerWilliam

*		Kwararafa --

*		Mali -- JCC

*		The Mossi Empire --

*		Nupe --

*		Oyo --

*		Siine --

*		Songhai --

*		Takrur--

*		Wolof--

East Africa
*		Adal --

*		Alodia (Vassal of the Caliphate) -- Fed (talk)

*		Blemmyes --

*		Cushites --

*		 Ethiopia -- Vivaporius (Annexed)

*		Funj Sennar -- GoldenKhanate

*		Luo Tribes --

*		 Small Ethiopian States --

*		Somalis --

*		 Swahili Kingdoms -- Vivaporius

*		Tunjur Tribes--

Central Africa
*		Benguela --

*		Bushongo --

*		 Interlacustrine States --

*		Kacongo --

*		Kongo -- **

*		Ndongo --

*		Ngoyo --

*		Sango --

South Africa
*		Khoisan --

*		Maravi --

*		Mutapa --

*		Torwa --

*		Xhosa --

*		Zulu -- Enclavehunter (talk)

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.

1540
*		Portugal's economic situation improves, and in Brasil, Pará expands 600 sq km, Potengi expands 200 sq km west, and Nhoesembé expands 400 sq km south. Meanwhile, São Vicente expands 650 sq km from São Paulo de Piratininga, and Rio Grande expands 650 sq km south. In Antília, São Tomé expands 500 sq km northwest. Meanwhile, in Portugal, Faro is elevated to city status.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan build their military up and continue fighting the Kagawa. Also, the Mononobe clan and Rokkaku clan continue building up, and plan to start attacking the Oda clan next year. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up their military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		The Mayan Empire expands northwards along the coast, skirting around the Aztec territory to avoid confrontation. Xaman expands by 20 km.

*		Naples: The King is very happy for the occupation of Granada, and is now a new vassal. The economy is still in development. The army collaborates with the Inca Empire with weapons and training for the army and work together on common goals to conquer'''. '''We are waiting for Castille's response!!!

*		Savoy: The Kingdom continues to trade with Africa and strengthens all the factories. The African fleet continues to assist local tribes in exchange for promises of loyalty and further facilities to get products, and in a few years will build the first colony in Africa. We accept part of the Milan position.

*		Bosnia and Serbia: The army continues to grow in size and expand military construction throughout the Grand Duchy. Meanwhile, the fleet is dedicated to fighting pirates that interfere with trade over all the Mediterranean Sea. We ask Byzantium again if they want to join us in a dynastic union, because we are related by royal blood.

*		Inca Empire: Inca Manco II expands his economy. The first colony of the Empire is established on Chiloe, and one expedition helped by the Naples fleet is exploring the southernmost part of the continent in order to establish another colony there.

*		Lakota: The Lakota stop settling the Great Lakes area for now and begin to focus on Infrastructure, Economy, Game and Military. The Lakota's despot Chieftains came together to decide on the good of the people and decided to halt all settling eastward and focus rebuilding the nation. The Elders agree as well.

*		Cyprus records its second year of growth economically. More olives, cheese and wine are exported. The King suddenly dies and Princess Eleftheria becomes heir to the throne. She shall be coronated next year.

*		Ethiopia continues development of its navy, developing plans to construct a long-range vessel in the near future for trips to Europe and Far East Asia.

*		France: Bourbon rule over France weakens, as the Auvergne Army takes down multiple strongholds. Thanks to support from Burgundy and the Papal States, France may be ruled by its proper master within two years.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Sverige grows by 250 sq miles, Nye Norge by 500 sq miles north and west, and the rest is split by ND. Residents in Slesvig-Holsten and Svenska Pommern (Swedish Pomerania) are inspired by the conversions of Altmark and Mecklenburg and the Kappelist population rises slowly but surely. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The governor of Slesvig-Holsten (Erik IV, Prince of Finland) deports some Kappelists in his territory to a penal fort used solely for jailing purposes in the Caribbean (island of Hispaniola). King Erik sympathizes with the Dutch and funds them in secret. The actions of Erik IV in Slesvig-Holsten inspire the governor of Svenska Pommern to deport some Kappelists as well, though to a different nearby island (Jamaica). The deportations seem to be working. However, underground Kappelist movements plague Svenska Pommern and Slesvig-Holsten. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Erik region. The Prince of Norway marries the Princess of Muscovy in a grand ceremony in Stockholm. Expeditions return from the Indian Ocean and Africa. Contact is made with Ethiopia.

*		Caliphate Provinces of Candar, Rumelia, Anatolia, and Wallachia: Economic and military buildup continues. The four Provinces begin supporting the reorganization of the Caliphate into the Confederation of Islam. This would allow the Muslim world to stay united for much longer. The four provinces ask the nations of Europe for free trade, and a more pro-west feeling begins to grow, although anger is still felt fully with the backstabbing (UN)Holy Roman Empire. The four provinces begin to be collectively called the Ottoman States/provinces.

*		Brandenburg continues to build is military and economy, so on and so forth. A bishop turns Kappelist and flees Brandenburg. His location is currently unknown. Meanwhile Neu Berlin expands by 1000 sq km.

*		Burgundy:Expansion of the colonies continue: Neu Antwerp (Continental 750 sq km, Insular 250 sq km), Brasilea, 1000 sq km. Vassalization of Cambray continues, and the aid to the French continues as well.

*		Castilla make the colony of Oro Province expands farther 200 kilometers, while Trinidad and Tobago is fully occupied; Colony of Amazonas Province expands another 300 km, and the establishment in Sao Luis OTL. The army recruit more troops.

1541
''' The Korean Empire collapses into anarchy after the former Emperor dies childless. The former Manchurian territories opt to rejoin the homeland in order to escape the chaos engulfing Korea. The provincial governor of Formosa declares the independence of the Empire of Formosa, seizing the Korean territory in the Philipines. NOTE: This isn't due to any personal feelings towards Korea and Pita. This is because he's evidently become much more interested in Axis Vs Allies than this game. If you can't post at least once during a business week you become inactive.'''

''' Segalenic theology becomes more and more popular in Britanny, and spreads further to Ireland and England and the rest of France. '''

''' A group of bishops gathers together to demand that a holy war begin against the various Protestant theologies sweeping Europe. '''



*		Portugal's economy somehow continues to improve. Meanwhile in Brasil, Pará expands 450 sq km, Tremembé expands 400 sq km west, while it gains some of the westernmost territory of Ceará on a rearranging of the borders. Bahia expands 45 sq km inland from São Salvador, and São Vicente expands 600 sq km from São Paulo de Piratininga. Meanwhile, the almost abandoned village of Santo André da Borda do Campo is absorbed by São Paulo de Piratininga. Meanwhile, Rio Grande expands 550 sq km south, and in Antília, São Tomé expands 550 sq km northwest. Meanwhile, the attempts to arrange a royal marriage for Dinis end up with an agreement with the Auvergnian France.

*		Brandenburg's secret police discovers the renegade Bishop in Mecklenburg. They bring him back. He is given a trial that seems fair to outsiders, containing three Catholics, three Orthodox and three Kappelists (Catholic actors, really). He is sentenced to death! He is executed by poison intake. Meanwhile, the military continues to build up and Neu Berlin expands 1000 sq km. (Neu Berlin should be massive now, but yet I am still limited to the eastern half of Long Island.)

**				'''Be realistic, it's been less than 30 years since that colony was founded. You can't own all of New York in that amount of time. Besides, two other countries have colonies in the surrounding area that may or may not have expanded into the area because here, New York does not exist so its boundaries are not set.'''

**				'''Either you must not be seeing the map well, or you are looking at the wrong map. Your colony already spans the northern coast of New Jersey in 1540. Please.'''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and continues fighting the Kagawa. Also, the Mononobe clan and Rokkaku clans launch an attack against the Oda clan, achieving some minor victories. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia: expands industry. The Bavarina Bankgruppe grows. Talks begin in attempts to ask the free city of Ulm to join Bavaria. If they refuse, Bavaria may attack. Christmas mass has a great turnout despite the Pope's inability to attend. Hopes are that next year he might be available. The King contines to focus on unification tactics while having a panel of religous advisors, comprised of four Catholics and three Kappelists, oversee religious matters. The King is still secretly sympathetic of Kappelist causes but his loyalty to the Empire is stronger and he remains Catholic. Alliance offers are sent to France.

*		The Principality of Baltica becomes independent, sets and renames capital Talinn. Using resources left over from former rule, The Principality starts to immediately work on metalworks and science. Factory constructions begin. Alliance offers to Lx

*		Novgorod works on the metalurgy industry and the icebreaker Bogatyr.

*		The Mayan Empire asks its ally Burgundy to aid in the attack on the Aztecs, so their threat can once and for all be extinguished. In return, the Empire will gift to Burgundy an exclave on the Gulf of Maya (as the Mayans have begun calling it.). Xaman expands 15 km. The army is bulked up in preparation for the invasion.

**				The Aztecs are gone and you have vassalized the Mixtecs.

**				'''But they're still expanding. Is it just a weaker tribe?'''

**				The Aztecs were effectively a non-entity in local matters for decades.

**				So, do I still need to go to war or can I just expand right into their territory?

**				'''About the "enclave" part, it doesn't make sense. An enclave is completely surrounded by another nation's territory. The thing you have is actually an exclave. And, you still need to go to war, as they are a relatively stable nation, according to the map.'''

**				Okay, thank you.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony.

**				'''You only just got all that old Manchurian territory back from Korea, don't you think you should wait a little longer until you start taking over Korea itself? I mean all of those Korean dynasties would be fighting to decide who is the next ruler of Korea but they'd rather a Korean than a Manchurian. Manchuria's hold over its newly regained territory will need to be enforced first before moving onto Northern Korea.'''

**				I'll delay my actions in Korea, but they will happen within a few years.

*		Lakota: The Lakota begin to build up military along with extensive training. The Chiefs and Elders meet again but the topic of the meeting is unknown.

*		Venice continues to build the Venetian Cathedral with construction having begun nearly 50 years ago. The structure towers into the sky and is visible from the Italian mainland and all areas of the lagoon. The chief architect decides to install a beacon in the bell tower for ships at night replacing the old Venetian lighthouse. Nuovo Treviso expands 1000 sq km east and Nuovo Venexia expands 500 sq km in Cuba and 500 sq km northwards on the East Coast.

*		Castilla makes the colony of Oro Province expand farther 200 kilometers, while Trinidad and Tobago is fully occupied (Show on the map). Colony of Amazonas Province expands another 300 km, and also the establishment in Sao Luis OTL. The army recruits more troops. The King and his son travel to the ally Kingdom of Naples to make the first union Act for the future union of the two countries (This is my answer).

*		Scotland's infrastructure is improved by King Charles, who also begins to allow Segalenic theology to begin to enter the Church of Scotland. Charles sends more explorers to Antillia, and decides that Scotland should found a colony somewhere.

*		Papal States: (been so busy lately, need to post more) - The Pope continues his efforts to promote Catholicism in heretic-torn Europe. Recently, he has collected several hundred letters concerning beginning a holy war to end the heresy once and for all, and contemplates with the Church if one should be started. The majority of the members agree to another holy war (Sorry, it needed to be done), and the Pope orders the improvement of mostly military efforts, with ships being prepared. He anticipates to declare war on the Kappelists in the next year, and secretly sends word of the war to pure Catholic nations. The Pope apologizes to Bavaria for his absence during Christmas mass, but assures the nation that the still-pure Catholics of the nation are in his prayers during the season.

*		Saxony: (Hello everyone, Saxony's posts will become more regular from now on): Prince Otto, seeing as he has received no answers to his marriage proposals, marries a local noblewoman. She soon gives birth to a son, named Frederick-Karl, who will eventually succeed the Electorship. Meanwhile, the army (back from Bohemia) expands. The colonies also expand, and another ship is built to ferry colonists and trade goods.

*		Anhalt: The Prince is (still) exceptionally happy with his granddaughter's marriage to the King of Brandenburg, and hopes that it will result in closer relations between the Wettins and Brandenburg. The army is upgraded.

*		Archbishopric of Anhalt: The Archbishop, emboldened with his large army filled with Catholic refugees, adds his voice to those of the other bishops calling for a holy war against the many heresies.

*		Naples: The King is very happy for the travel of the King of Castille. The army grows. Colonies expand fully.

*		Savoy: The Kingdom continues to trade with Africa and strengthens all the factories. The African fleet keep their presence in the Kongo coast for trade and also future factories. The army retreats from Swiss lands.

*		Bosnia and Serbia: The army continues to grow in size and expand military construction throughout the Grand Duchy. We start to send toops to Granada to make control stronger.

*		Inca Empire: Inca Manco II expands his economy. The colony of Chiloe expands all over the island, and is looking for another place to found a colony (also, Galapagos is mine).

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Sverige grows by 250 sq miles, Nye Norge by 500 sq miles north and west, and the rest is split by ND. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The governor of Slesvig-Holsten deports some Kappelists in his territory to a penal fort used solely for jailing purposes in the Caribbean (island of Hispaniola). King Erik sympathizes with the Dutch and funds them in secret. The governor of Svenska Pommern deports some Kappelists as well, though to a different nearby island (Jamaica). The deportations seem to be working. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Expeditions return from the Indian Ocean and Africa. Contact is made with Ethiopia. King Erik meets with the Doge of Venice and discusses his plans with him. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada begins. The Prince of Finland calls a meeting of his family in Lubeck to tour his fine port city. Tragedy strikes the Scandinavian realm when the carriage of the Royal family is intercepted by armed men. The Prince of Finland, the Prince of Denmark and the Prince of Norway are executed by a Kappelist group in revenge for the deportations and killings of Kappelists in Slesvig-Holsten by the late governor Erik IV (Prince of Finland). Luckily the other Royal children were in other places. Queen Christina was in Turku with Aleksander, Duke of Stockholm when he contracted pneumonia and died later that week. The overwhelming tragedy places the entire realm in mourning and King Erik commissions a family mausoleum in Stockholm. After the deaths of their loved ones, the Royal couple fall into a deep depression. Theresa, Erik IV's wife moves back to Brandenburg but has a special apartment in the Royal Palace. The Princess of Anhalt also moves back to her homeland. The Princess of Muscovy interestingly enough stays in Stockholm. After the murders, Victoria, Princess of Sweden rises to the status of heiress assumptive but will not be given the title Princess of Finland since Theresa of Brandenburg still legally holds the title. She returns from Lisboa with her husband Crown Prince Pedro of Portugal to be with the King and Queen.

*		Tibet: The new Cheuyong Heu government finally stabilises. Economic buildup is the focus for Tibet and all its vassals, except for the Wacheng exclave, where the navy is built up. New monasteries are also built in Wacheng, Ava and Bhutan.

*		Cyprus continues to expand its army and navy. Princess Eleftheria I marries a local nobleman, and a great celebration occurs. The Queen is worried about the ongoing hostilities in Europe and will join the side of the 'pure' Catholics if war breaks out in Europe.

*		Caliphate Provinces of Candar, Rumelia, Anatolia, and Wallachia: Economic and military buildup continues. The four Provinces begin supporting the reorganization of the Caliphate into the Confederation of Islam. This would allow the Muslim world to stay united for much longer. The four provinces ask the nations of Europe for free trade, and a more pro-west feeling begins to grow, although anger is still felt fully with the backstabbing (UN)Holy Roman Empire. The four provinces begin to be collectively called the Ottoman States/provinces.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia works on expanding its economy but the province increases in unrest with Muslim rule from Mecca.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military. A group of Orthodox separatists start plotting a succession revolution as they see the Caliphate's hold over its Empire weakening.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its military. A revolt breaks out against the Muslim rulers and they are harshly defeated.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its economy benefiting from supplying the Timurids with arms and helping them to develop their emirate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy. Religious tensions between the Muslims and Zoroastrians grow and the idea of the creation of a Zoroastrian state gains more popularity with the nationalist Zoroastrians.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military forces.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its infrastructure to impose Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy as they tax Afghan opium more.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as the opium trade continues to grow, with the merchants focusing more on opium addicts then as selling to addicts is more profitable. Tensions grow with Balochistan as trade taxes are increased in Balochistan thus hurting the bottom line of the Afghan opium traders.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military. More Hindus are converted to Islam in the province, too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military and the plan for Deccanese succession slows down as the generals begin arguing over who would rule the new state.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military forces.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad has his 13th birthday this year, during which he excels in all of his subjects - especially his Islamic studies of the Quran and Hadiths, history, politics and math. Meanwhile, the regency enduling in its corruption begins a harsh military backlash against those bringing instability to the Caliphate, with much focus on the nationalist movements in Georgia, Al-Slaveit and Circassia.

*		The Ethiopians continue expanding and developing their navy. Ethiopia expands 1000 sq km into the south, and their colony in Madagascar expands by 300 sq km.

*		Many people in the northern parts of Rajputana convert to Sikhism while the radical Hindus continue to gain momentum. Rajputana improves infrastructure and fortifications.

*		Muscovy expands and develops the military, including the navy. In Ivansgrad, Dimitri Semyonevich becomes a famous composer and pianist, of the same caliber as OTL Mozart. His music reaches Daniel III, who, eager to expand the arts, gives him a grant and hires him as the Court musician.

*		Poland expands the economy through the novel measure of following the Muscovians and selling vast

*		amounts of opium through the Black Sea and Med, gaining an almost monopoly in said places. Aukso Zeme expands,.

*		Milan: More troops are recruited, Guido Sforza made contact with many rebel Kappelists from Switzerland and secretly gains their support. The Swiss rebels have been storing weapons since long ago and are hoping to take control of several cantons if not the whole Confederacy.

*		Gallura: The Kappelians and Catholics continue a violent war in several regions of the State, the Milanese troops protect only the Milanese interests and the rest of the State is plunged into war.

*		Genoa: a group of  explorators reach west  east Hispaniola and establish an outpost. The trade with Kongo and other African powers continues thriving.

**				West Hispaniola is occupied by the Maya.

**				Sorry, I meant east, 

*		Burgundy: Expansion of the colonies, continues, 1000 sq km in Brasilea, 250 sq km in Neu Zeeland, and 750 sq km in Neu Antwerp continental mass, The Mayans will be aided in their campaign if they promise some land in Mexico for the Burgundians.

**				 The Mayans agree.

1542
*		Portugal's economy continues to improve. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 400 sq km, Bahia expands 550 sq km inland from São Salvador, and on those expansions inland, the settlement of Cachoeira gains strategic importance, and starts to grow. Meanwhile, the eastern part of the capitania of São Vicente, roughly from the city of São Sebastião to the border of Paraíba do Sul, which is not clearly set, is divided into its own capitania, which is named São Sebastião. Coincidentally, existing two cities called São Sebastião on the capitania. The administrative center is located on the western São Sebastião, as it is the oldest and biggest city of the capitania, and which, is renamed São Sebastião de Juqueriquerê, after the river near the city, and to distinguish it from São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro, farther east. The capitania of São Sebastião eventually expands 300 sq km inland. Meanwhile, in São Vicente, a settlement called Nossa Senhora da Conceição de Itanhaém is established between Iguape and São Vicente. Meanwhile, still in São Vicente, the port of São Vicente is transferred to a spot near the former feitoria of Enguaguaçu, due to being on a safer location that the spot that the port was previously in. Meanwhile, Rio Grande expands 550 sq km south along the littoral. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 550 sq km northwest, and Santa Inês expands 250 sq km west. Meanwhile, a meat tax is introduced on Madeira, while a nunnery is established on Angra, Açores. Meanwhile, despite the agreement with the Auvergnian France, somehow the marriage between Dinis and his betrothed bride still wasn't realized due to the fact that the bride wasn't available, and the Auverno-French also didn't respond to the Portuguese requests.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and continues fighting the Kagawa. Also, the Mononobe clan and Rokkaku clans continue attacking the Oda clan achieving more victories. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and economy. The vassal state of Luxembourg is given release from Brandenburgish control in exchange for Luxembourg supporting Brandenburg in any war and Brandenburg helping Luxembourg in defense wars. This applies for 25 years (until 1567). Meanwhile Neu Berlin expands as much is possibly plausible at this time and Brandenburg asks if it can buy Portugal's OTL Connecticut colony.

*		The Mayan Empire declares war on the Aztecs with the aid of the Burgundians. All efforts are diverted toward the defeat of the Aztecs. Xaman expands by 15 km.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Sverige grows by 250 sq miles, Nye Norge by 500 sq miles north and west, and the rest is split by ND. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The governor of Slesvig-Holsten deports some Kappelists in his territory to a penal fort used solely for jailing purposes in the Caribbean (island of Hispaniola). King Erik sympathizes with the Dutch and funds them in secret. The governor of Svenska Pommern deports some Kappelists as well, though to a different nearby island (Jamaica). The deportations seem to be working. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Expeditions return from the Indian Ocean and Africa. Contact is made with Ethiopia. King Erik meets with the Doge of Venice and discusses his plans with him. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada begins.

*		The Lakota: With the Military now grown seeks to expand southward and sees the tribes of the Ute as obstacle in their way of power and seek to subjugate the Ute and attack their settlements lead by major Chiefs of the Lakota.

*		France: As the last Bourbon strongholds fall in the Central regions of France, the Auvergne take back control of France. In order to guarantee this, all Bourbon family members are ordered to be executed by the end of the day, making sure their bloodline comes to an end. Gauss of Auvergne takes the throne, and declares himself as the King of France. Thanks is given to Burgundy, Portugal and the Papal States.

*		Ethiopia continues to expands its navy and expands its land by 1000 sq km and its Malagasy colony by 300 sq km.

*		Tibet: The now stable government begins to start debates and law-discussions. The health of Xeu Gyatsen, the Second Dalai Lama, seems to worsen, worrying monasteries and causing preparations for successor-searching to start. Economic buildup is the main focus for Tibet, with the funding of Lanna also resuming. Several new monasteries are built in the eastern regions.

*		Kashmir: The military is built up. Numerous new monasteries are also built, and roads between them (and to cities) are improved.

*		Nepal: Economic buildup is the main focus after the recession. Trade routes with Bengal/Kamarupa and Bhutan are also improved to allow the economy to recover easier.

*		Bhutan: The military is built up. The infrastructure of Thimphu and Bhutan's other major cities is also improved, and routes through Bengal/Kamarupa to the Wacheng exclave are improved.

*		Shan Sultanate: Economic buildup is a major focus. Trade routes to Ava and Lanna are also improved, with the Lanna routes allow for the trading between Lanna and the Tibetan alliance to become easier.

*		Wacheng exclave: The navy is improved (boats are also still being received from Tibet). The infrastructure of the city is also worked on.

*		Ava: The military is improved. The economic recovery is stalled a bit because of the funding of Lanna and the military. Several new monasteries are also built.

*		Cyprus continues to expand its army and navy. Preparations are made to send a fleet of ships to Antilia and Atlantia. More olives, cheese and wine are exported.

*		The Caliphate Province of Egypt expands its colony on New Mecca by 650 sq km in the River od Hashem, 250 in Wahe Bari and 150 in Bidyt Remenkemi. The population increases in the colonies as many people are drawn to the fast-growing wealth of the colony. The first Khedive, Ismail ben Yazid (Sim'an ibn Yazid's twin brother) arrives in Bidyt Remenkemi, and establishes a part of the provincial government. While still subservient to Egypt, this will start the local New Meccan cultural autonomy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Syria expands its port in Latakia, continuing to build the massive harbour, as well as the university in Aleppo. The diplomats continue sending requests for low-tariff trade, Europe-wide but still focused on Scandinavia, Venice, Bavaria and Burgundy. With the Egyptians sending diamonds and the Syrians importing opium from Afghanistan (declared only for exportation), as well as spices and grain, the Syrian economy continues growing. The Syriac nobles, especially the still-Christian ones in Lebanon and eastern Syria, begin complaining about the Caliphate-wide tariffs.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia expands by 1500 sq km north and west, as well as 1500 east and 500 into the Funj. The Caliphal Povince reports 'large amounts of smoke' coming from the southwest, something that worries the most devout Muslims.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine continues trying to improve its economy, trying to act as a middle point from Egypt to Syria and profiting to a level from it. It works to a point, increasing Palestinian influence and economy. Jews and Christians start to settle in the nation, somewhat destabilising Muslim power.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tunis at last annexes the Algerian nation as another province of the Caliphate. The economy begins to be built in order to recover from the war.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen continues improving its economy as well as its ties to the Adalese.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hijaz continues improving its roads and establishing towns around them.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hadramaut continues expanding its infrastructure and economical power. The Bedouins and other inhabitants of northern Hadramaut are relocated to the west and south of the nation.

*		Venice expands its economy by opening its port in Nuovo Treviso to all merchants in the New World. The death of the last Emperor of Byzantium forces Venice to invoke the final phrase in the Byzantine declaration of independence, "Should at any time, the royal line fade, Venice shall assist the new head of state in the post of the Steward of Byzantium." Nuovo Venexia expands its main settlement northwards by 1000 sq km and Nuovo Treviso expands 1000 sq km westward. Venice continues to persuade Southern Tyrolia to join it in diplomatic union. Venice asks Austria for the Slavic lowlands to connect the main Venetian settlements along the Adriatic. They are sold to Venice for 10,000 ducats or 35 kgs of gold and the continued free access of Austrians to the ports of Trieste and Rijeka.

*		 Byzantium, troubled by the loss of Constantinople and the recent death of the Emperor, declares itself as a republic in diplomatic union with Venice in accordance to its declaration of independence. The Empire is led by the Steward of Byzantium who is elected by the Council of Athens. They also send one member of the Council to sit in the Council of Twelve in Venice.

*

**				Sorry iam still here XD

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia works on expanding its economy but the province increases in unrest with Muslim rule from Mecca. A revolt breaks out and it is crushed by the superior Muslim armies.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its economy benefiting from supplying the Timurids with arms and helping them to develop their emirate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy. Religious tensions between the Muslims and Zoroastrians grow and the idea of the creation of a Zoroastrian state gains more popularity with the nationalist Zoroastrians. This plot is uncovered and its ringleaders are killed, this causes a large revolt, this revolt is stopped too, but it causes the plans to forcibly convert Zoroastrians to Islam to be ended too, in order to stop tensions growing.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its military as the navy is expanded.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military forces.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy but they also agree not to raise Opium taxes anymore.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as the opium trade continues to grow.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military. More Hindus are converted to Islam in the province, too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military and the plan for Deccanese succession is exposed to the Caliph regency after one of the generals in the scheme exposes the plot to the Caliph after he was annoyed at how little he was getting in the scheme. Those caught scheming generals are all executed and the general who exposed the scheme starts his own new scheme to take over Deccan as now his rivals are gone.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military forces.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad has his 14th birthday this year as he continues to learn and excel in his studies. Meanwhile, the regency begins to note concern at how much the Caliph is learning and they have a plot for him to be sent to the Muscat Academy to learn a more conservative education so that the regency can still exert control over the Caliph once he is old enough to rule himself.

*		Aukso Zeme expands, as does Poland's economy.

*		In Muscovy, Dimitri Semyonevich leads a new cultural revolution throughout Russia, forming new styles of Music. As a result, Muscovy's court becomes a gathering place for artists throughout the world. People start calling it the 'Golden Age of Russia'. Does excellently for the economy, too.

*		Saxony: Neu Anhalt and Neu Sachsen continue to grow, with more settlers arriving from Saxony. The Tobacco industry expands, with the Governor encouraging the local nobility (Freiherrs) to grow the crop on their lands. Meanwhile, back in Europe, the Elector and his Landtag pass a law allowing one serf from from each serf family to join the army. There will be special Divisions for the serfs, but the officers will be freemen and nobles. The serfs will have to serve for twenty years, and will receive a salary. (Prior to this law, serfs could not join the army because their bodies were not their property). Many serfs take advantage of the offer, but not enough to cause significant damage to the economy. Prince Otto's spouse gives birth to another son, this one named Luitpold.

*		Anhalt: The prince expands his military. A Minister Plenipotentiary is sent to Brandenburg, to represent the principality.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The Archbishop become more and more vocal in his calls for a war against the Kappelist nations of the HRE. The Elector of Saxony, who understand that most Saxony's, Anhalt's and Magdeburg's trade comes from Kappelist or partially Kappelist lands, grows tired of his upstart vassal, and subtly removes him from power. The Archbishop is replaced with a less militant replacement, who is very loyal to the Elector, but also a strong Catholic.

*		Milan: The University of Pavia continues military research, the roads and buildings in the Duchy are improved, the troops are trained. The Duke, Guido Sforza, advised by his cousin, continues narrowing relations with the Kappelians in Tyrol, Grisons, and Switzerland. Guido tries to postpone their uprisings discussing with them.

*		Genoa: The colony is East Hispaniola starts to grow. The outpost between Oyo and Akan starts to send slaves to work in the plantations on the island. The African colony is named Spinetta, and the colony in Hispaniola, St. Ambrose. The trade with Kongo and other African nations continues thriving.

*		Novgorodian people start building up the icebreakers project. The vessel's first incarnation is nearly half complete. Internal trade within Novgorod expands. Tsar Evgeni I, with the approval of the Grand council, creates the Federal Russian bank, incorporating the Novgorodian and Polish banks within it. Voting still continues on the creation of a central colonial authority. Meanwhile, the colony of Kanada expands by 1000 sq km due to the influx of traders.

*		Burgundy: Expansion continues in the colonies: 1000 sq km in Brasilea, and in continental Neu Antwerp 750 Sq km and 250 in Neu Zeeland

*		Naples: The army grows.

*		Savoy: The Kingdom continues to trade with Africa and strengthens all the factories. The army grows.

*		Bosnia and Serbia: The army continues to grow in size and expand military construction throughout the Grand Duchy. People is really happy with the ruler king.

*		Inca Empire: Inca Manco II expands his army.

1543
''' War erupts between the former united countries of Normandy and Britanny, as the Bretons have mostly adopted Segalenic Protestantism while the Normans are still staunchly Catholic. Segalen's words continue to grow in popularity in Ireland, both the Scottish and English portions. '''

''' The Mossi empire expands to the south, establishing a long border with their neighbours Songhai. The two neighbouring nations sign a new alliance and trading pact this year too. '''

*		Portugal's economy continues to improve. Meanwhile, in Portugal the King Afonso IX/Duke Afonso IV dies, and is succeeded only in the Duchy, as Pedro only will become King in the event of Urraca's death, by his second son Afonso, who becomes then Duke Afonso V of Bragança. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 500 sq km, and Tremembé expands 350 sq km west. Bahia also expands 500 sq km inland, and São Vicente expands 450 sq km inland from São Paulo de Piratininga. Meanwhile, Urraca appoints Antônio de Ataíde, Count of Castanheira as capitão-donatário of São Sebastião. Meanwhile, Rio Grande expands 700 sq km south along the coast. Meanwhile, in Antília, Santo Amaro expands 500 sq km north. Meanwhile, Portugal resquests the Auvergnian France to send Dinis' bride to Portugal, for the marriage to be realized, as it spent the whole previous year postponed.

**				Brandenburg offers a massive sum for Portugal's OTL Connecticut colony.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and continues fighting the Kagawa, achieving a decent victory, and the Satomi Clan annexes some land from them (13.995 %). Also, the Mononobe clan and Rokkaku clans manage to defeat the Oda clan and both divide the conquered land with each other. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		The Ethiopians continue to expand their navy, and expand their holdings in Africa by 1500 sq km and on Madagascar by 300 sq km.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and economy. The religious men of Brandenburg push the Emperor, and he agrees to a private Holy War. Meanwhile Neu Berlin expands as much as is plausible right now.

**				You are not Emperor, must be an election first.

*		The Imperial Government orders the larger and more powerful states to attack the Kappelist states nearest to them, and that those near to one shall support. Brandenburg is ordered to reinvade Mecklenburg, this time with Saxon aid, and that of the two states that border Mecklenburg whose names I know not, hereon referred to as X and Y. Meanwhile Venice is ordered into Miland.

**				You cant order invations, only the conclave.

*		Lakota: The Lakota continue their war on the Ute with some good results but elders see that it will take a great year or two to have the Ute people subjugated. Millitary is expanded and more troops are sent south to the Ute lands.

*		The Manchurians temporarily stop colonial expansion to focus on the situation in Korea. They establish a new country, named Kokuryŏ in the northern part of Korea (OTL western North Korea). They install a Korean nobleman as King Yuri the Second of Kokuryŏ. They also continue efforts to stabilize the reclaimed Manchurian territory. Since this territory I'd mostly settled by Manchurians the processes have been going very well.

*		Byzantium build more ships and hopes in a few years will be capable to establish a colony in the New World. Meanwhile the army grows and the Emperor Basileao Altavilla continue trading across the Mediterranean Sea, and watching the Islamic bordes.

*		Scotland's navy is improved, and King Charles announces that military aid will be sent to the Kappelist League in event of war.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Sverige grows by 250 sq miles, Nye Norge by 500 sq miles north and west, and the rest is split by ND. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The governor of Slesvig-Holsten deports some Kappelists in his territory to a penal fort used solely for jailing purposes in the Caribbean (island of Hispaniola). King Erik sympathizes with the Dutch and funds them in secret. The governor of Svenska Pommern deports some Kappelists as well, though to a different nearby island (Jamaica). The deportations seem to be working. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Expeditions return from the Indian Ocean and Africa. Contact is made with Ethiopia. King Erik meets with the Doge of Venice and discusses his plans with him. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada begins. We ask Genoa to respect our penal outpost in Eastern Hispaniola which has been there for several years before Genoans arrived.

**				Only you, or you and Venice are doing this aggression?

*		Naples: The army grows. The king gets sick.

*		Savoy: The Kingdom continues to trade with Africa and strengthens all the factories. The army grows. Also, the king call for the new election of the Holy Roman Emperor!!!

*		Bosnia and Serbia: The army continues to grow in size and expand military construction throughout the Grand Duchy. All the nobles sign an Act: they will give their life for the king!!!

**				'''That is metagaming and not possible. Nations like Bosnia-Serbia would not like being subordinate to other nations that have a different culture.'''

*		Granada: All Granada is under the control of elite army, and also the population is happy with the new goverment, because they have more freedom of trade, cultural and religion.

**				'''Read what i said for Bosnia. Not possible. Especially since Granada is Muslim. Besides, you're metagaming.'''

***						'''Agreed, you can do something like that via a coup or revolution or invasion by another state. But that would NEVER happen willingly.'''

*		Inca Empire: Inca Manco II expands his army.

*		Papal States: Debate strikes in Rome about whether to start a war yet, and many believe Rome is not fortified enough to begin attacks. The Pope promises to wait one more year before starting a war, and makes major fortifications both militarily and navally. He writes letters to the Catholic leader's nations (mostly of the HRE, but includes France and England), explaining his firm belief that God's One True Word will triumph over the heresies brought forth by Kappel and his followers, and that a war will end in the Catholic's favour. Meanwhile, a Papal sailor from Provence visits the Pope and explains his wish to explore the New World, in order to better preserve the Catholic faith across the world. The Pope will give his blessings for such a voyage (and perhaps a settlement) once the war ends and Catholicism reigns triumphant. (a mod event for the war would be better than me posting, so that players can start declaring war. May the "best religion" win!)

*		Cyprus continues to expand its army and navy. More preparations are made to send ships towards Antilia and Atlantia. The Queen is extremely worried about possible war breaking out between the 'pure' Catholic and Orthodox states and the 'radical' Kappelist nations.

*		Tibet: Economic buildup continues to be the main focus in Tibet and its vassals, except for the Wacheng exclave, where the building of the navy and improvement of internal infrastructure take higher priority, and in Ava and the Shan Sultanate, where the funding for Lanna is increased and trade links to this nation are improved. New monatries are built in eastern Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan.

*		Caliphate Provinces of Candar, Rumelia, Anatolia, and Wallachia: Economic and military buildup continues. The four Provinces begin supporting the Bavariam nation and send tons of iron for weapons, large amounts of money.

**				​As a Muslim nation, you would be too happy to just watch and wait as the Christian sects kill each other.

***						'''Agreed, stricken out for implausibility. Not only would these Muslim nations not care about the sects of Christianity killing each other, you aren't able to reach Bavaria as the nations around it are Catholic and wouldn't allow this.'''

***						If  Bavaria wins, Christianity's power will be broken, allowing the Caliphate to do what it pleases without fear of Christian meddling.

*		​Venice continues to expand its economy with investment in the Fugger banks. The Doge is assassinated and investigations so the assassin was funded by a member of the Italian League. In response, Venice tightens border security and relations grow foul with Milan and Naples as fingers are pointed. Venice expands Nuovo Treviso by 1000 sq km westwards and Nuovo Venexia expands 1000 sq km northwards. A new Doge, Raulo Mediate is sworn in and he commissions an expedition to discover the mythical city of Shangri-La hidden to the west of China and to the north of India. The expedition with carry numerous technological gifts should they happen of the legendary city.

*		 The Byzantine Empire readjusts to Venetian rule and the Steward asks Venice for help establishing a colony. A small Byzantine fleet sails to Jamaica and builds an outpost. Venetian ships continue to supply it and it grows by 200 sq km over the year. Byzantium begins to repair its fortification system.

*

**				'''I don't think that Byzantium could colonize that early. My accounts, according to the algorithm, give 1545 as the number, but I think that Byzantium would have to wait until later. And plus, Jamaica is already colonized by the Maya. Without counting that the guy who plays as Byzantium just came back, and you can't control the nation, as he isn't gone.'''

***						'''Those above points are true, you can't just take away somebody else's nation from them, that is probably the most heinous crime you can do on a map game. Never mind the fact Byzantium is in no position to colonize.'''

***						'''He did leave for over a week... As per the agreement we had, Byzantium would return to me if he left. Since he is back then I will retcon the last two turns. Scandinator (talk)'''

***						'''We dont have any agreement... Zengu (talk) 06:57, December 8, 2012 (UTC)'''

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia works on expanding its military to keep the Christian rebels down.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military. The ruling Qoyunlu clan start to note great dissatisfaction at the corrupt regency regime.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its military as the navy is expanded.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military forces. Christians revolt in Crimea as well and the Muslim military responds harshly by burning the villages of the rebels and killing them all. The corrupt regency backed government of Crimea then take all of the Christian rebel's land and sell it on, keeping the large profits made.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as the opium trade continues to grow.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military and General Ranchood continues his plan for Deccanese succession and the creation of his own Indian Sultanate. With all of his rivals out of the way after he exposed them all last year, General Ranchood was given even greater power in the Deccanese military as the Caliph regency government saw him as an ally of the Caliph for exposing the coup.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military forces.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad has his 15th birthday this year and he gratuates from the Baghdad Academy and is sent to go learn more complex (if not more conversative) subjects at the Muscat Academy. The young Caliph notes annoyance at the less liberal circiulum at the Muscat Academy and he kicks up a huge fuss, and ends up being tutored at the University of Aleppo instead.

*		The Mayan Empire continues the war against the Aztecs. Xaman expands by 15 km.

**				'''Would a mod mind helping me with the algorithm? I have no idea where to start.'''

*		The King of The UK of Bavaria and Thuringia orders the nation to mobilise the military but not to war with any surrounding states. The King states that only a freely elected Emperor can order HRE states against other states. The King grows worried of an increased threat of war, as the nation is fairly evenly divided between Kappelists and Catholics. The King (a sypathiser) for Kappelists asks the Bishop of Bavaria to travel to Rome and convince the Pope to not start a war. Fearing the faliure of diplomacy infrastructure and defensive barricades are constructed. (note, Bavaria as an open Kappelist nation was retconned some time ago, the nation is de jure Catholic but de facto Kappelist. Should war break, Bavaria will have to side with the Kappelist nations)

*		Burgundy:The colonies expand Brasilea 1000 sq km and Neu Antwerp 750 sq km, while Neu Zeeland Expands 250 sq km

*		My post got deleted, so here it is:

*		Saxony: The Elector strongly calls for the election of a new emperor! The HRE has gone downhill without a strong leader, and the Electors need to get their act together and find a new sovereign. Officers are found for two Serf Divisions. The Divisions are armed with pikes, and given marion helmets, jerkins and their first pay. Forts around the country are prepared for the war which seems now unavoidable. Food, weapons and gunpowder are stockpiled. The colonies expand a bit, and another wooden fort is built in Neu Anhalt and in Neu Sachsen, for the purposes of protecting the colonists. A small colonial militia is established in each colony, inder the command of the governor.

*		Anhalt: The prince, under orders from his second cousin, prepares Anhalt for war. The fortifications around the country are made battle-ready. Food, weapons, and gunpowder are stockpiled in the fortresses. The Landwehr is reviewed, and is ready to repel attacks on Anhalt.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The episcopal army is readied to defend the Archbishopric against attacks from the Kappelist scum. The Archbishop and his fellow clergymen preach the wisdom of God and His obvious preference for Catholics in any war. Some of the treasures of the Cathedrals are made safe in secret catacombs and other hiding places.

*		Castilla makes the colony of Oro Province expand farther 200 kilometers, colony of Amazonas Province expands another 300 km, and also the establishment in Sao Luis OTL. The army recruits more troops.

1544
''' Massive amounts of Korean refugees flee to the Empire of Formosa to escape the chaos in Korea. The Formosans compensate by expanding their territory in the Philippines, and by settling the unoccupied island of Hainan. Among the refugees are soldiers and sailors who had defected to Formosa to gain a better life. The hordes of Korean factions have lost a large chunk of their military this way, and their remaining forces are decimated by the vicious fighting. '''

*		Portugal's economy continues improving. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Rio Grande continues its expansion on the coast, expanding 900 sq km. Meanwhile, São Vicente expands 550 sq km from São Paulo. Bahia expands 500 sq km inland from Cachoeira, and Pará expands 550 sq km. In Antília, Santa Inês expands 500 sq km west. Somehow France sends the bride betrothed to Dinis after two years of delay. The marriage happens on the end of the year.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up, and Satomi Hidefumi becomes the new leader of the Satomi Clan, and he begins to plan an invasion for Amako clan. Meanwhile, the Honda and Akechi clans erupt into a battle against each other; and the Mononobe-Rokkaku alliance begins eyeing the Fujiwara. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		The Manchurians continue to stabilize their regained territories. As part of these effords they begin the reconstruction of the port facilities of Dalian, which had been neglected by the Koreans. The Kingdom of Kokuryŏ expands to the east, taking the rest of OTL North Korea. The people are so grateful for the end of the anarchy that they assist Kokuryŏ in overthrowing their corrupt leaders.

*		Rajputana's military is expanded and the population grows. Many people convert to Sikhism.

*		Lakota: The Lakota continue their war on the Ute people. Victories are seen and the Lakota continue to subjugate the people with success. The Chiefs of the Lakota nation offer the Ute people guidance and prosperity. Only time will tell if the Ute people will quit their resistance.

*		Cyprus continues to expand its army and navy. More olives, cheese and wine are exported. A fleet of ships are sent towards the new world, but as this was near the end of the year, no word is heard of them yet.

*		Byzantium build more ships and also the army recruit more soldiers.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Sverige grows by 250 sq miles, Nye Norge by 500 sq miles north and west, and the rest is split by ND. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. King Erik meets with the Doge of Venice and discusses his plans with him. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada continues. We ask Genoa to respect our penal outpost in Eastern Hispaniola which has been there for several years before Genoans arrived.

*		Note: Naples's player is metagaming, everything is secret.

*		Venice continues to build its army and navy. The Doge ignores the Chancellor's calls for war with Milan as many in Venice grow tired of HRE religious warmongering. As a trading nation we only attack when truly threatened or fearful and the Kappelists have not posed a threat to Venice yet. Nuovo Treviso expands by 1000 sq km westwards while Nuovo Venexia expands 1000 sq km eastwards in the Cuban settlement.

*		Castilla makes the colony of Oro Province expand farther 200 kilometers, while Trinidad and Tobago is fully occupied (Show on the map). Colony of Amazonas Province expands another 300 km, and also the establishment in Sao Luis OTL. The army recruits more troops.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia expand the military. The Bavarian Bankgruppe grows some more. By Royal decree, the IMG is reconfigured as independent from the Empire, the IMG will operate indepedent of any national government. The fleets are modernised. Work begins on upgrading guns and cannon. Defenses are built up in case of inavsion. The King announces that Bavaria will not attack nearby nations, citing the Doge of Venice in "we are a trading nation, the nearby nations do not directly effect or trade, and they have not been hostile, hence we will not be privy to aggression".

*		Ethiopia continues development of its navy, developing a long-range transport vessel, allowing Ethiopia to begin trading with the Europeans. Ethiopia expands its borders by 1500 sq km, and its colony in Madagascar by 250 sq km.

*		Tibet: In order to improve the economic status after the recession, economic development is the major focus for Tibet and all its vassals except Wacheng, where the navy is built up. Routes across the Himalayas are also built up.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military. Neu Berlin expands by 1000 sq km. Meanwhile the Emperor or Prince Elector or whatever dies. To the Conclave, for a new Emperor. Ludwig takes the throne.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia works on expanding its military to keep the Christian rebels down. Many locals have often come to open fire between the dominant Muslims and the minority Christians.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy. Small revolts happen, with the local Muslims, who hold have held a slight majority for some decades, fighting back, often breaking the law.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military. The ruling Qoyunlu clan start to note great dissatisfaction at the corrupt regency regime.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its military as the navy is expanded.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military forces. Christians revolt in Crimea as well and the Muslim military responds harshly by burning the villages of the rebels and killing them all. The corrupt regency backed government of Crimea then take all of the Christian rebel's land and sell it on, keeping the large profits made.

*		Milan build up the military, the Swiss Kappelians continue preparing to war. The Duke thanks Venice avoid a war. The Insubric language continues growing up.

*		Genoa: The Genoan tell the Scandinavian that we will respect their colony in the island, as the colony was little productive the colonists and slaves move to the island of Cuba escaping from the natives and the famine. The african settlement continue growing up.

*		The Mayan Empire continues the war against the Aztecs. Xaman expands by 20 km.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as the opium trade continues to grow, even more as the Afghan opium traders build up their presence the Chinese market.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military forces.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad is 16 this year and he continues to study at the University of Aleppo. Meanwhile the regency begins planning for how to retain their control over the Caliphate once the Caliph is old enough to rule himself.

1545
''' The Catholic lords of the HRE announce to the Emperor that if he does not ban Kappelism and begin an immediate war against the Kappelists, that they will leave the Empire. The Kappelist lords of the HRE announce to the Emperor that if he does not immediately ban Catholicism an immediate war against the Catholics, that they will leave the HRE '''

Callumthered (talk)'''



Callumthered (talk)'''

The fact is, the religious war should have begun a decade or more ago, but people keep trying to put it off because they don't want their nations to be damaged in a war.'''

Could we get a definite date on when the war should begin?'''

We need a new Emperor. Meanwhile we have an interim Emperor, but he has no rights.'''



''' The Empire of Formosa (which is based out of Taiwan, not Hainan) expands their territory in Hainan to properly settle the Korean refugees that fled to Formosa. The Formosan Emperor officially begins the construction of a palace in the capital of Seoul. '''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up, and Satomi Hidefumi continues his peperations, meanwhile offering Kagawa to join him in exchange of ruling their specific area. Meanwhile, the Honda and Akechi clans continue fighting against each other. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		Portugal builds up its military. Meanwhile, a famine happens on Ponta do Sol, Madeira, but doesn't seem to affect the areas outside of the freguesia. Meanwhile, Leiria and Miranda do Douro are elevated to cities. Meanwhile, Afonso, grandson of Urraca and younger brother of Dinis, receives the title of Count of Trancoso. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 900 sq km, Bahia expands 300 sq km north, into Caeté territory, Paraíba do Sul expands 300 sq km north, São Vicente expands 450 sq km inland, and Rio Grande expands 500 sq km south, still along the coast. A fort is established near the border, near a mountain called Monte Ovídio by the Portuguese. In Antília, São Tomé expands 500 sq km north.

*		The Manchurians continue to rebuild the infrastructure of their reclaimed territory. Kokuryŏ continues to expand their territory southwards, managing to capture the gutted city of Hanyang. Kokuryŏ begins the processes of restoring the infrastructure destroyed by the constant fighting.

*		Cyprus sends more ships towards Antilia and Atlantia, after the exciting finds made by the first ships. A colony is founded on the west side of the OTL Maracaibo Lagoon, and it is named Nea Lefkosia. Cypriots are encouraged to make the journey to this new colony. A fishing industry is founded on the lagoon. Princess Eleftheria has a child! He is christened Prince Eleftherios I.

*		The Ethiopians continue to develop their naval forces, and expand their fleet of ships to include the new long-range vessels. The colony in Madagascar is expanded by 300 sq km, and the homeland by 1500 sq km.

*		Lakota: The Lakota continue their occupation of the Ute people with only a few more settlements to go.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria (sorry, final parts of the year work, will post regularly again) continues expanding its economy, finishing the ports in Latakia and the University at Aleppo. The Emir is pleased with the work, and sends his third son, Yazid, to study at the University of Aleppo. However, in the fringe of the Syrian province, tensions continue brewing with the Christian lords in Lebanon and the Euphrates begin to openly support Christian missionaries in Syria and Iraq, either Nestorian or otherwise (Catholic, Orthodox, Kappelist, Coptic, Segalenist or even Klausian). While this angers the Emir, he does not do anything in caution of an open revolt and hostility from the European nations.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine continues improving its economy as a middle point between Egypt and Syria. However, Jews continue migrating into the nation, beginning to destroy the Arabs' power balance in the area. The Palestinian emir, angered, begins to arrest the high-profile Jews that seem to be troubling the Arabian leadership.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt expands its colonies; the Khedivate of New Mecca expands by 650 square kilometres in the River of Hashem, 300 in Wahe Bari, and 150 in Bidyt Remenkemi. The colony of New Alexandria in Bacan Island expands by 1000 sq km, spreading into the larger isle of Ternate. Spice trade in New Alexandria and diamond trade in New Mecca bring in a lot of immigrants, and troops are sent to protect the area.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz continues improving its roads and establishing towns along them.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hadramaut continues centralising its population in the south of the nation. While the South Arabians agree to move to the coast and quickly begin dominating some areas, many Bedouin tribes staunchly refuse. In fears of any revolt, the Emir lets them live on the area for the moment, although soon plans to destroy the northern tribes.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia expands by 1000 sq km south and west into the Funj and 2000 square kilometres east.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tunis improves its economy and army

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Sverige grows by 250 sq miles, Nye Norge by 500 sq miles north and west, and the rest is split by ND. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada continues in conjunction with Venice. We ask Genoa to respect our penal outpost in Eastern Hispaniola which has been there for several years before Genoans arrived.

*		Note: We thank the Genoans for being reasonable but remind them that penal outposts are not colonies.

*		'''im thinking of returning to te game has anything happened my beloved Siam. Nk.'''

**				No very little has happened to Siam since you left.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as the opium trade continues to grow in China and Siam too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military and General Ranchood allies with Gujarati generals and plots to have them take over Gujarat and then unite India under the control of the Sultanate of Bharat.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad has his 17th birthday this year and he prepares for his corronation as Caliph. The regency worried at him taking over, insist to him that he goes to the Egyptian military academy to learn the ways of war. The Caliph knowing that the regency would otherwise hold control of the army against him, he agrees so that he can govern all aspects of the Caliphate himself, as his hatred of the corrupt regency government has grown greatly as he sees them insulting Islam and caring only for themselves and not the people or God.

*		The Mayan Empire finally claims victory over the Aztecs. They take the year to stablilize the recently gained land. Xaman expands by 20 km.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and economy. Neu Berlin expands by 1000 sq km. Meanwhile Ludwig II announces that he is not running for Emperor.

*		The Rajput council begins to grow tired of the warmongering of the radicals especially as horror stories of entire Muslim commmunites being wiped out by radical mobs emerge from the east but the council wishs to aviod sparking nation wide unrest among the Hindu populace. So instead of sending in the army to crush the radicals they order the nobles of the easternmost Hukumatas (principalities) were the radicals are strongest to create a militia to combat the radicals locally. The professional military is expanded and the Sikh community continues to grow both in Rajputana and abroad.

*		Saxony: With the threat of war looming ever closer, the army is out on high alert. The fortresses are all ready  for the upcoming war. The Elector hopes that Bavaria's comment of last year (that it wil not invade neighbouring nations) also extends to Saxony. The Elector announces he will not run for the emperorship, stating that the Catholics should not divide their votes between multiple candidates. The Colonies are giong well. A small settlement, named Wettinsburg, is established on the OTL Island of New Providence, on the spot of OTL Nassau. A small fort is built, trade begins with the natives, and tobacco begins being produced. The Tobacco trade of the other two settlements is doing well.

*

**				'''Impossible, Saxony doesn't have a sea port. If Saxony doesn't have a coastline then it can't make colonies: rule breaks are not allowed.'''

**				'''They can. I'm aiding them by providing them transportation and a free pass through my coastline as Burgundy.''' Sine dei gloriem (talk) 01:03, December 10, 2012 (UTC)

**				No they can't, Saxony needs to have its OWN coastline.

*		Anhalt: The princely army is put on high alert. The Militia is called up, and the populace is told to get ready to move in case of an invasion. The Border fortresses are now filled with enough grain too hold out for two years.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The Archbishop throws his weight behind the Catholic candidate for the Emperorship. The episcopal army is mobilized, and the Archbishop himself rides out to its camp to bless the soldiers. The relics and other church-owned treasures have all been safely stowed away in multiple safe locations across the country.

*		Milan:The army is put on alert, the weapons, ammo and supplies are spread throughout the forces. The Sforza family move many members to different places around the Duchy and outside of it. The Swiss Kappelians are funded and armed.

*		Genoa: The army and the navy are build up, the cuban colony grows.

*		Gallura: army build up.

*		Muscovy builds up the navy and army. The 'Golden Age of Russia' continues as more artists flow in to the Muscovian courts.

*		Poland expands Aukso Zeme by the maximum. With the events going on in the near HRE, Poland suggests that Kappelists and Catholics try to live peacefully together (HAHAHAHA). The military is developed.

*		Burgundy:After several years of relative peace in the duchy, the Duke John falls ill, with 49 years the Council, follows the last plead of the Duke, that his Son Francesco and wife Helena of Burgundy become the regents of the Duchy, and that the Council Remain as well as the attempt of democracy remains as part of the population's rights and to be defended by the Duke(s). While this, the Now Regent Helena, sends ambassadors to The French to determine the land that will be ceded to the Duchy, to connect with the Exclave of Dijon. While this, despite the Majority of Catholics in the duchy, the Duchess Helena of Burgundy, states: "At this Crisis that we are, we must not Hesitate on what is true, yet we shall not fight our brothers for their sins, after all, hasn't the Bible said "do not judge or you'll be judged?" and even more, we must avoid that our Empire fell apart for the misconceptions of ones, and in the case of war Burgundy will not join any side unless provoked, and if the situation is prolonged, for the sake of the duchy we will Resign the Empire", as well as officializing the beginning of the Annexation of guelders. The Duke of Burgundy Francesco begins searching for a duchess, mainly focused for a possible marriage and union with Normandy.

1546
'''The powerful ruling family of Lauenburg, alongside their dynastic partners in Hesse-Wolfenbuttel, lead the official creation of a secret Kappelist league. The member states of the league begin supplying the Kappelist nationalist movement in Freisland. The league members also vow to help one another in wars by sending fellow member states either military aid or supplies, depending on the situation.'''













Some will remain. However, just because they are supplying them, doesn't mean they will succeed ~Von.'''





Is Austria Kappelist?, Bohemia?. - Bauglir'''

As for Bohemia, I think they are currently too extreme Kappelist for this league. Maybe in future if they go more moderate though. I'll have some more NPC nations join the league next turn though ~Von.'''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up. After a few weeks of discussion and such, the Kagawa merges into the Satomi Clan, but still getting to retrain rule with their own area. By the eight month, Satomi Hidefumi begins launching an invasion on the Amako clan. Meanwhile, the Honda and Akechi clans continue fighting against each other, with the Honda clan gaining some land from the Akechi. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		Portugal continues to prepare its military. Meanwhile, Vila de Ponta Delgada, in Açores, is elavated to a city, and in Brasil, Paranaguá expands 800 sq km south, and Rio Grande expands 400 sq km west, finally bordering the Napolitan colony. Meanwhile, Pará expands 850 sq km, and São Vicente expands 450 sq km. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 500 sq km north. Meanwhile, the wife of Dinis, Catherine, gives birth to a stillborn child.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and economy. Neu Berlin expands by 1000 sq km.

*		' ATTENTION ALL HRE PLAYERS: PLEASE GET YOURSELVES TO THE CONCLAVE PAGE NOW AND VOTE FOR EMPEROR OR ELSE LOUIS IX WILL BECOME EMPEROR AUTOMATICALLY AND PLUNGE THE HRE INTO WAR AND GET OUTSELVES KILLED SO VOTE NOW. I JUST WROTE A RUN-ON FRAGMENT. '

**				The link doesn't work.

**				Have you noticed that your article refers to PMI, and not this game?

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military as the opium traders become increasingly competitive and hostile to one another. Corruption of the provincial government spreads as the rival merchants buy politicians to attack their rival merchants.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military and General Ranchood allies with Koli generals and plots to have them take over Koli and then unite India under the control of the Sultanate of Bharat.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad has his 18th birthday this year but announces that he will let the regency rule until he has graduated from military school. The people are shocked by this as they have to endure more corrupt regency rule, but it inspires some as they see the Caliph waiting until he is fit for the job. This optimism that the Caliph will be a highly enlightened ruler spreads as some of the corruption of the regency is destroyed and ministers prosecuted. The regency, however,are greatly displeased as they see their empire crumbling away. Desperate to hold onto power, they begin talking of a coup d'etat...

*		Lakota: Lakota starts occupying and taking Ute land while converting them to Lakotan traditional beliefs and customs.

*		Genoa: The Cuban colony continues growing up. The African outpost between Akan and Oyo continues growing up as a slave source for many colonies in the New World. Piombino inhabitants start to send people to the New World hoping to make money.

*		Gallura: The army is improved, a law forbids the Catholic priests to get involved in politics.

*		Milan: The Duke continues secretly helping the Kappelians in Switzerland, Tyrol and Austria. The Duke meets with different Kappelist leaders of Germany and swears allegiance to the cause. The army is improved. Kappelians missionaries are secretly sent to the more Catholic Swiss cantons, and to Bourbon France.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Sverige grows by 250 sq miles, Nye Norge by 500 sq miles north and west, and the rest is split by ND. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada continues in conjunction with Venice. It's been several years since artists have been garnering attention and King Erik (who is 61 now) declares himself a patron of the arts. A famous artist by the name of Bjorn Nyborg is among the most prominent in the cultural center of Stockholm. He begins work on several paintings. In the rising cultural center of Oslo, a woman named Britta Klingenberg opens an art studio... The banking and shipping industry in the country, after two years of decline, begins to thrive again.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia announces covertly to the Kappelist league, they will aid the Kappelist revolutionaries and if war breaks out, side with the Kappelist nations. Secret messages are sent to Milan and Genoa asking for support. The King endorses John of Burgundy for Emperor. The military expands. Fortifications are constructed along the borders. The King reaffirms that the UK will not attack Saxony or Anhalt, despite religous differences. The King still maintains he is Catholic, although he greatly sympathizes the Kappelists. Aid is sent secretly to Switzerland to aid the Kappelist revolts.

*		Saxony: The Elector, exceedingly glad of Bavaria's assurances of non-invasion, reciprocates, stating that Saxony and all other Wettin domains will not attack the UKBT of any other Wittelsbacher lands. The Militia is called up, and the main army, under the command of the Chief-Constable, marches to the borders of Altmark. Wettinsburg is doing well, with the first tobacco crop a success.

*		Anhalt: The Prince, also relieved by Bavaria's assurances, uses the breething space permitted by them to give his army a last-minute touch up with regards to supplies, armour and armament.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: His Eminence the Archbishop rallies the episcopal army with prayers, speeches and relics, and marches a large detatchment to assist the Saxons on the border of Altmark. A substantial division, however, is kept in Magdeburg to deter any invaders.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 200 sq km north along the OTL Maracaibo Lagoon coast. More olives, cheese and wine are exported, and infrastructure around the island is improved. A small town is founded in Nea Lefkosia.

**				'''It is in sq km, and, you can't expand 1000 sq km now. You founded that colony just last year, and colonies less than five years old can only expand at 200 sq km per turn.'''

**				'''OK, thanks! It will be edited. '''

*		'''Question regarding colonisation: I (Saxony) established my colonies a LONG time ago, using Burgundian ships. I find it QUITE annoying that only now, 23 years later, am I being told that it is impossible. Bavaria did the same thing, using IMG and Brandenburger ships, so, unless their colonies have been unmade, I think it quite unfair that mine should be. Regards, Callumthered (talk) 11:09, December 10, 2012 (UTC)'''

*		'''Both of you and Tibet are not allowed to establish colonies without a coastline. It is in the rules and on the talk page. '''

*		I retconned mine years ago because it didn't fit the rules.

**				'''I didn't notice it. Your rule breaks earlier so all of that stuff has never happened officially. Those are the rules, so that stuff is removed/ignored. I apologize for not noticing it sooner. But you should really check the rules to see if questionable things like that are allowed ~Von.'''

**				'''If I ceded him a small portion of the Friesland coastline. will he be able to keep his colonies? Sine dei gloriem (talk) 20:18, December 10, 2012 (UTC)'''

**				No, because he won't be able to reach this exclave, and plus, I doubt his capacity of sustaining a colony having no navy.--Collie Kaltenbrunner (talk) 20:37, December 10, 2012 (UTC)

**				'''Ok, well, If Bavaria's were retconned, then I don't mind. Sorry for the trouble. Callumthered (talk) '''

**				'''And anyway you would have had to do it 23 years ago. '''

**				Well, I thought that the notion of Bavaria having colonies without coastline nor navy was too ludicrous to be on the map, so it probably isn't.

**				'''Yes, true, I don't believe they are. Again, dreadfully sorry, I'll read the rules more thoroughly next time. Callumthered (talk)'''

*		Venice continues to upgrade its infrastructure. Southern Tyrolia breaks away from the main section due to religious and cultural differences and joins Venice. The remaining part of Tyrolia is Kappelist and Austrian. Venice states it will not war with the Kappelist HRE states as they are not a threat to us. Nuovo Treviso expands 1000 sq km west. While Nuovo Venexia expands 1000 sq km in Cuba.

*		The Novgorodian military machine pumps out an improved version of the snaphance, the snaplock musket. all snaphance orders are haulted to make way for the new weapon. Navy builds their first koch-Bogatyr. Novorossiya expands 1000 sq km. Plans are made for exploration of the unknown forests of Siberia.

* 		The Manchurian vassal of Kokuryŏ absorbs the rest of the Korean Peninsula. Most of the Korean rebels flee to Formosa. The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony.

* 		The Mayan Empire again begins to expand north. The oligarchy orders that the Aztecs be treated like average Mayan citizens, in an attempt to reduce resistance to their conquest. Xaman expands by 20 km.

* 		Muscovy sends out diplomats to the HRE, urging them to be peaceful, while at the same time setting up revolutionaries in the countries they don't like (because I'm mean like that). The revolutionaries are mainly set up in the smaller Catholic states, but in order to aid our faithful allies Brandenburg, the largest is set up in Mecklenburg, and urges annexatuion by Brandenburg. Dimitri (the composer) is killed. It is suspected that he had an opium addiction, and this killed him, though most refuse to believe this. The economy improves.

* 		Poland builds up the navy. Opium trading, though somewhat stopped by the death of Dimitri, continues full flow in Europe, where Russia is one of the few sources of the drug that these people can't get enough of.

*		Papal States: Before the Pope can initiate a crusade, he passes away in January. A new Pope, born in Bavaria, whose family fled to Rome to avoid the Kappelists, is named Pope Sergius V soon after. He believes that a crusade upon the HRE until the perfect moment, either when the Holy Roman Emperor initiates it, or if the HRE collapses into sovereign heretic and Catholic states. He does continue his efforts, however, to improve the faith building in western Europe, and is pleased that nations like France are still pure to the Catholic faith. Nations that have converted to the heresy are visited less, and more efforts are enforced to ensure the faithful nations of Europe remain pure to the One True Faith. Priests are sent to Cape Alfons as well, who notice that Muslims have begun spreading their faith in the southern region. Meanwhile, a crew of about twenty sailors voyage in the name of the Pope, and visit an island which the inhabitants call "". The sailors return to Rome and explain to the Pope of the dangers of the people, that they believe in false gods and that their practices were inhuman. If there is extra funding in the next few years, the Pope promises that a larger crew can voyage to the island to convert the inhabitants by force, and if there is wealth to be found in the island, may be colonized.

*		The militias turn out to be a huge success drawing Sikh, Muslim, and moderate Hindu alike to volunteer. Several skirmishes are won against the radical mobs who begin to fall back toward the border. More fortifications are constructed and infastructure is improved

*		Lakota: Continues to Occupy Ute Lands.

*		Naples: The army grows.

*		Savoy: The Kingdom continues to trade with Africa and strengthens all the factories. The army grows.

*		Bosnia and Serbia: The army continues to grow in size and expand military construction throughout the Grand Duchy.

*		Inca Empire: Inca Manco II expands his army.

1547
'''The Timurid Emirate declares war on the Dimurat Kingdom and invades. Emir Shamsu Dīn Timurid leads the grand central army and his sons each lead separate attacks along the southern and northern war-fronts respectively.'''

Following Milan, Switzerland, Tyrolia and the United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia all joining the Kappelist league later on in the year in 1546; Sundgau and Utrecht both join the Kappelist league this year too.

It can't join the Kappelist side unless that a Munster-like secularization of the government happens.'''

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and continues attacking the Amako clan, having some minor victories. Meanwhile, the Honda and Akechi clans end fighting and the Honda clan gains slightly more land from the Akechi clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		Portugal continues to prepare its military. Meanwhile, Urraca dies in April, being succeeded by her eldest son, Pedro, which is crowned as "Pedro II, By the Grace of God, King of Portugal and the Algarves, and of either side of the sea in Africa and Lord of Guinea". As such, Dinis becomes the heir. Meanwhile, on the first days of Pedro's reign an earthquake happens on the northwest of Ilha Terceira, in Açores, devastating some freguesias on the area. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 900 sq km, Tremembé expands 550 sq km west, São Vicente expands 450 sq km inland, and Bahia expands 500 sq km north. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 600 sq km north.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up military and infrastructure. Neu Berlin expands 1000 sq km. Meanwhile, we fully support Emperor Ludwig in his designs against Kappelism and we forward a letter to Scandinavia, asking them to support us.

*		Louis IX of Luxembourg has been elected as Emperor of Rome, and his first motion is to send letters of high confiedntiality to all Catholic leaders of the Empire to ensure that they are ready to act against Kappelists. JOIN or DIE.

**				Relax, all members need to vote.

*		Naples: The army grows. The king dies, and a new king take the throne: Leopold I.

*		Savoy: The Kingdom continues to trade with Africa and strengthens all the factories. The army grows.

*		Bosnia and Serbia: The army continues to grow in size and expand military construction throughout the Grand Duchy.

*		Inca Empire: Inca Manco II expands his army.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Sverige grows by 250 sq miles, Nye Norge by 500 sq miles north and west, and the rest is split by ND. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada continues in conjunction with Venice. A famous artist by the name of Bjorn Nyborg is among the most prominent in the cultural center of Stockholm. He begins work on several paintings. Britta Klingenberg's art studio attracts promising young artists to Oslo. Scandinavia responds to Brandenburg, stating that the Kingdom is becoming increasingly anti-Kappelist due to their growing unrest in Slesvig and a Kappelist group's murder of most of the Scandinavian Royal Children. Tragedy strikes the nation when the beloved 1st King of the United Kingdom of Scandinavia dies in Stockholm at the age of 62. The mourning is unbelievable as King Erik was the grand Unifier, a hero to the people of the Scandinavian realm. His 40 years on the throne of Scandinavia (45 for Sweden and Norway). He is buried in the Scandinavian Royal Family Mausoleum in Stockholm and plans for a statue are laid. Princess Victoria is welcomed back to Stockholm alongside her husband Pedro now King of Portugal, for her coronation. She is crowned as "Her Royal Majesty, Queen of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland; The Grand Scandinavian, Duchess of Slesvig-Holsten, Protector of the Saami, Preserver of the Perpetual Union of the Scandinavian Kingdoms; Queen Victoria I of Scandinavia.

*		Byzantium build more ships and continue trading across the Mediterranean Sea, and watching the Islamic borders. Also, the army recruits more troops, and the Emperor supervise this acts himself.

*		Tibet: The Tibetan government creates laws to aid the infrastructure of the major cities. The Bengalese government is consulted over semi-confidential matters regarding Arakan and Pegu. The funding of Lanna, mainly through Ava and the Shan Sultanate, continues. Economic buildup is the main focus of Tibet and all its vassals, including the Wacheng exclave (though the navy is not halted). Xeu Gyatsen, the Second Dalai Lama, dies at the age of 73 at Tashilhunpo, and searching for a successor immediately begins. Several passes through the Himalayas are improved, and new monasteries are built in western Tibet, the Shan Sultanate and Wacheng.

*		Saxony: The Elector, under a prior agreement with Savoy, votes for the Savoyard king in the Imperial elections, and urges his vassals to do likewise. The Army stationed on the Altmarkish border is allowed, rotationally, to return home for the summer. The militia is stood down for the harvest months, but after the harvest (which is slightly above average), it is remobilised. The relics of the Dresden Cathedral are put into safety in an undisclosed location, but a few are kept with the Elector, who plans on using them to rally the troops in the event of war.

*		Anhalt: The Prince follows his cousin's orders, and votes for the Savoyard king. The army is allowed fallow in a similar war to the Saxon one. The militia is slightly expanded.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The Prince-Archbishop, using one of his few powerrs not checked by his overlord, the Saxon Elector, casts his vote for the Luxembourgish candidate, hoping for a war to destroy all Kappelists. The episcopal army is also rested for a bit. A small cavalry division is raised, mainly for use as a household regiment for protecting His Emminence. After the good harvest, the troops return to the front.

*		Cyprus expands its Nea Lefkosia colony 200 sq km to the north. (If I can no longer expand North along the lagoon, I will expand south along the coast of the Lagoon). Small amounts of native peoples are found in the area. Contact is made with them and have been brought back to the Nea Lefkosia settlement to be taught Greek and the ways of the Europeans.

*		The Mayan Empire expands north. The oligarchy begins to structure local government in the Aztec territory. Many nobles and leaders are allowed to keep their positions as long as they remain loyal to the Empire. Xaman expands 20 km south.

*		Venice continues to upgrade its infrastructure. Nuovo Treviso expands 1000 sq km west. While Nuovo Venexia expands 1000 sq km in Florida. Florentine and Venetian artists complete the ceiling of the Venetian Cathedral as according to the late Leonardo da Vinci, who completed the sketches for the ceiling during the first phases of construction of the cathedral. It depicts various biblical scenes from Genesis to the death and resurrection of Christ. The Doge invites the Pope to Venice to bless the largest cathedral ever built, though work on the towers still continues.

*		The Lakota: Lakotan warriors hunt down Rebel leaders while they quench rebels and dissents in the Ute lands. Occupation continues.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy as trade continues to grow. Some Omani sailors plan an expedition to the new world by going to the Southern African colonies and then going across the Atlantic Ocean to visit Atlantia.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as the opium trade expands but the traders become increasingly involved in questionable drug running activities as opium addiction starts to become popular in some Caliphate cities among the liberal high classes.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military and General Ranchood allies with Bengali generals and plots to have them take over Bengal and then unite India under the control of the Sultanate of Bharat.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad has his 19th birthday this year and continues to study at military school. He becomes an avid fan of the great military tacticians of history including Alexander the Great, Caesar, Saladin and even the great Khan warlords like Genghis and Timur. More of the corrupt regency ministers are prosecuted as the regency members start fighting one another for total of control after the group fell apart with one another as they fought over control of their crumbling regency empire. This sees a couple of the more ambitious and disliked regency leaders being thrown out of office by the others as they claim to be fighting corruption when in actual fact they are just taking the stuff of the other corrupt leaders too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia expands its military as the province tries to keep the peace between Christians and Muslims.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military and pro-Christian legislation is brought in to appease the discontent Christian majority.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its military as all of the sides fighting (both Muslims and Christians) are arrested but the Christians are treated more harshly than the Muslims. This causes some discontent but most people are happy that the revolts are being stopped so don't mind.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military. The ruling Qoyunlu clan begin planning to help Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad fight off any would-be regency coups.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its economy and its leaders join West Qoyunlu in plotting to get rid of the regency and ensure a smooth transfer of power to the future Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its military as the navy is expanded.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military forces.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt expands its both colonies; New Mecca expands (by 650 sq km in the River of Hashem, 250 in Wahe Bari and 100 in Bidyt Remenkemi) as does New Alexandria (1000 sq km into Tidore).

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria improves its economy, building the port in Latakia. Sim'an continues his education in Aleppo, with Yazid starting to study Christianity and other religions as well as Islam (of course not at all as much as Islam).

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine expands its economy. Tensions with Jews also improve.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz expands its infrastructure.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen establishes influence over Aden.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hadramaut continues centralising in the south and planning to destroy the Bedouins to its north.

*		Burgundy: The events in the nearby vicinity among the HRE give further notice that if there's no leader capable of leading the empire into peace again the Burgundian Duchy will resign the Empire. While this, the regent Duchess Helena begins pushing France to execute their part of the deal and cede enough territory to connect the Burgundian Exclave with the coastal areas of Burgundy. With this, the duke gives his vote to the Candidate Leopold I of Savoy, the Colony of Neu Antwerp Expands 750 sq km in The continent This time, divided in half Westward and Eastward, and 250 sq km In Neu Zeeland, while in Brasilea, Population from the Canarian Islands begin impulsive arrival, as well as a great number of Italian Population in both of the Colonies Expanding 1000 sq km. Spain is asked that if Burgundy May Purchase their Colony in the nearby vicinity of Brasilea. Normandy Is asked for a Dynastic Union.

1548
''' The Kingdom of Dimurat manages to beat back the Timurid offensive, killing Emir Shamsu Dīn Timurid is killed in battle. Thus causing the Timurid Emirate to fall into a power struggle between the twin sons Mamash Dīn Timurid and Godeng Dīn Timurid. The Timurid armies retreat as the two sons quarrel about who should take over as Emir. Eventually though they decide to honour their father than take on the legacy of their namesakes, and they both declare each other as Emir of the Timurids. They begin a large counter-attack to destroy the Dimurat Kingdom in revenge for them killing their father. '''

''' The Empire of Formosa continues expanding into Hainan, and all of the island is annexed into the empire of Formosa. '''

*		Portugal's economy improves. Meanwhile, in the start of the year, Pedro goes to Scandinavia again, and on his absence, most of the affaira are handled by Garcia, the Duke of Coimbra and Guimarães, with some participation of Dinis as well. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 750 sq km, and Tremembé expands 350 sq km northwest.São Vicente expands 250 sq km, and Paranaguá expands 300 sq km south. Meanwhile, a settlement on the banks of a river apparently called Cricaré by the natives. The settlement is named São Mateus. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 500 sq km north.

*		'''In the last turn Scraw took over the title of Emperor of The HRE. Could someone cross that out? For the record, the Savoyard has more votes 7 to 12Sine dei gloriem (talk) 21:16, December 11, 2012 (UTC)'''

*		'''You can't withdraw a nomination. Your votes are going to yourself, and we are winning. We need an Emperor so we can fight the damn war and do something unless the mods ruin us through civil war.'''

*		If you are Scraw you can't be winning, there are more with Savoy than you and as far as I know 11 is always higher than 8

*		The economy is improved by the Emperor, and the empire expanded by 1200 km, and the Madagascar colony by 400 km.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and continues attacking the Amako clan, with some more victories and a few losses here and there. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia expands the military. The Catholic leaders of Bavaria fear the Kappelists (as majority of the populace has swelled to Kappelianism.) In fear they ask the Pope to keep the Bavarian Holy Relics in the Vatican. The King orders compulsory military service and begins to crack down on dissent. Bavaria becomes a very quiet place do to the uneasy tension over the Elections and the increasing pressure from the "Pure" states to irradicate Kappelists. The Bavarian Bankgruppe orders all valuable metals and assets stowed in secret vaults somewhere in Bavaria.

*		Burgundy: The Crisis at the Empire seems the same, yet the Empire is divided, Catholic and Kappelists states ready for the war, the regent Helena now States," ''Now the events on the empire have shown the innability to take control of the empire itself, and the remaining safe options are not acceptable, such as the Submission of the Empire into Kappelism or vice versa, while a war is as well futile if we wish to remain with our relative power, but all of us Know that until either side makes a move this will be the situation." "With this being said, the continuance of the annexation of Gueldres. While this, the vassalization of the Cambray and Protection is Extended to Utrecht. With this, Spain is Continued to be ask to Purchase the Brasilian Spanish Colony. While this, a new Colony is set in the Southern territories of OTL Honduras. While this, the military is updated in case of conflict and the Duke Francesco Co-regent with his mother is searching for a Royal Marriage, mainly asked as a possibility to the Normandian Kingdom (Can I get into Dynastic Union or whatever with Normandy?)''

**				'''Well, you can't just ask. For a dynastic union, you would have to get somebody from your dynasty, regardless of whoever it may be on the other nation's throne, through marital ties. Anyway, you can't control a nation in dynastic union only unless it's your vassal. For controlling without vassalage, you would have to have a personal union, and those, while the process to try is the same as a dynastic union, you also will have to have luck to get a personal union. OTL Portugal already speaks for itself: we tried for some good 100 years or so to inherit Castille, and we never made it. While you, as Burgundy, already starts with this littoral because it inherited Flanders in the 1370's.'''

*		Saxony: Seeing as nothing much has changed in the HRE crisis, border duty is frequently rotated between army divisions, to allow the soldiers rest and time at home to tend their crops and families. The Elector tentatively begins referring to the Savoyard as Emperor, but doesn't openly declare him emperor yet. New snaphances are distributed amongst the musketeers of the army. The Cavalry division begins to be armed with pistols as well as their swords. The harvest this year is reasonably good, but state serfs have to be lent to many freeholders to harvest the crops on time. (Emperor, whoever that may be: Can some kind of resolution to this crisis PLEASE occur soon? Having troops permanently stationed on borders is getting to be a bit of a strain on our economies after a while.)

*		'''We have an interim emperor, but he has no power. If you only voted for Louis...'''

*		Anhalt: The Prince allows his entire army to go home for the harvest. Cannons are moved to the Western border forts. After the harvest, the army returns to the Western border. A scientist puvlishes a book on new agricultural techniques. It is the first of its kind to be published in Anhalt, and it is widely read by the literate folk. The information gradually finds its way to the actual farmers, who like them, and plan to implement them next year.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The episcopal army -since it is made up mostly of Catholic refugees without holdings of their own, and also since much of the arable land is owned by the Church and worked on by Monks- stats on the Northern border with Altmark. His Grace the Archbishop visits the troops, and gives inspirational services, while also bringing along some of the Holy Relics. His Grace distributes Rosary beads made by Monks and Nuns to the soldiers. His Grace and his entourage then tours the country, overseeing the successful harvest, lifting people's morale, and, of course, giving services.

*		Lakota: Occupation of Ute lands continue.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Sverige grows by 250 sq miles, Nye Norge by 500 sq miles north and west, and the rest is split by ND. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada continues in conjunction with Venice. A famous artist by the name of Bjorn Nyborg is among the most prominent in the cultural center of Stockholm. He begins work on several paintings. Britta Klingenberg's art studio attracts promising young artists to Oslo. Queen Victoria tours the country with rallies welcoming her, since she was an object of national attention since her birth though many did not think she would ever become Queen--being called "Scandinavia's Daughter". Her first son, Dinis, stays with his mother in Stockholm for a while. He is granted the title Denis (Scandinavian parallel of Dinis), Prince of Finland (traditional title for heirs in Scandinavia by his mother the Queen. Unrest in Slesvig intensifies. The statue of the late King Erik is being built.

*		Milan: the army is improved, the troops are indoctrinated by pseudo-Catholic monks (they are Kappelians secretly). The book published in Anhalt reachs Milan and a group of noblemen decide to implement it in the future in their own lands. The Kappelian preachers continue spreading through Switzerland, Austria, Bourbon France and all Europe. The Duke prepares for a possible intervention in Switzerland.

*		Genoa: The Cuban colony grows two pixels, the Spinetta colony (between Oyo and Akan) grows as an African trade centre. The slave force from the Genoan outpost start to be sold in all the New World to different European groups. The economy grows thanks to that.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and infrastructure. Meanwhile, Neu Berlin expands by 1000 sq km. We also begin to prepare for a war against Kappelism and we send messages out to all the Catholic nations to vote for Louis if they want a war against Kappelism.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km.

*		China works on repairing relations with its former ally, Dai Vet.

*		Cyprus expands its Nea Lefkosia colony 200 sq km north along the coast of the Maracaibo Lagoon. (We will expand along the other side if this is unavailable).

*		Caliphate Provinces of Candar, Rumelia, Anatolia, and Wallachia: Economic and military buildup continues. The Kappelists are sent money, weapons, and many other goods. The four provinces state that all Kappelist nations will be aided by all four Ottoman provinces.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy as trade continues to grow. The expedition to Atlantia continues to be planned out.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its economy by trading more with Formosa.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as the opium trade expands even more.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military and General Ranchood and his allies in several of the top armies in India, begin to plot the coup and declaration of the Sultanate of Bharat.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad has his 20th birthday this year and plans for his graduation next year. He find allies with some Caliphate generals who are dissatisfied with the rule of the regency. They pledge to help Caliph Muhammad in case the regency don't give up power quietly. Meanwhile the regency members continue to fight with one another as the factions of the government continue to fight off one another. Eventually Vizier Abu ad-Din Yahya-Mustansir emerges as sole leader of the regency after defeating his rivals in regency government. Vizier Abu tightens his control over the Caliphate and stamps out any rebellions and threats to his rule. He begins planning to assassinate Caliph Muhammad and establish himself as Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia expands its military as the province tries to keep the peace between Christians and Muslims as more revolts break-out.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military and tries it hardest to stop succession from the Caliphate as the revolts get worse.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its military but revolts continue to plague the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military. The ruling Qoyunlu clan offer support to help Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad establish his rule over the Caliphate next year.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and plans on

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its military as the navy is expanded. The head of the Iraqi army, General Al-Ahmad Burji plots his own coup as he makes a grab for power.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military forces to try stop the revolts.

*		Venice upgrades its military and notifies Bavaria that Venice will honor its alliance to Scandinavia first and then Bavaria as Scandinavia is naval-based trading nation like Venice. Venice expands Nuovo Treviso by 1000 sq km westwards while the colony of Nuovo Venexia expands 1000 sq km eastwards in Cuba. The Doge orders a Leonardo da Vinci's work to be placed under constant guard and to be locked away as some Venetian scholars have discovered new and dangerous ideas and invention after accidently deciphering the codes following a strange incident involving a mirror, a flying fish, a ladder, an elderly professor and the Doge's escaped cat. A few selected Venetian scholars are allowed to study the texts and they are deemed loyal to the cause of the Most Serene Merchant Republic of the Adriatic. The population of Southern Tyrolia is fully integrated with its surrounding districts.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria continues expanding its port in Latakia, and sends emissaries to all European nations stating "The ports of Syria shall remain neutral, and everyone will be able to trade on them despite their war on the Empire". The Emir, noticing the large amount of problems and intrigue the regency is starting to accumulate, begins planning to proclaim Syria for Muhammad only and not a regency government, or break away entirely from the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt expands its colonies in New Mecca, expanding the River of Hashem by 650 sq km, Wahe Bari by 300 and Bidyt Remenkemi. The colony of New Alexandria also expands by 1000 sq km in Ternate and Tidore, having absorbed all of Bacán isle.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine improves its economy and tries to mantain away from any conspiracy or problem in the national government.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz continues centralising and expanding. The Emir dies under suspicious circumstances and is replaced by a son who is very pro-regency.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen expands its influence on the Adal.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia expands by 2500 sq km eastwards, 1000 south into Funj, and 500 west.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hadramaut improves its army, preparing to destroy the Bedouins.

*		The Mayan Empire continues expanding to the north. The oligarchy finally decides to divide the Empire into states, for taxation purposes as well as cultural. Xaman expands 25 km to the south.

*		Muscovy develops the nvy and military. Under Daniel's rule, Muscovy has become a better place for all, but despite that many of the richer landowners, shocked at the taxes Daniel has enforced on them in his aid to the poor, begin to scheme. Meanwhile, Muscovy, noticing the Tensions in the Caliphate, form a Secret Intelligence Service, to further Muscovy everywhere. However, Daniel refuses to endorse the regency or the young Caliph.

*		In Poland, Bolscha II (son of Bolscha I, who died around a year ago) begins plans to stabilze the HRE. Aukso Zeme expands. So does the economy.

*		Novgorod has an increase in  population to about nine million by the end of 1550 due to a population boom because of the "golden age". The Novgorodian military was updated with more snaplocks. The Second ice-Bogatyr prototype sets sail and is a success. It is christened the Ice-Bogatyr, and starts patroling the White Sea immediately, and Novgorod is happy that it paid off.

1549
'''The Timurids launch a devastating attack against the Dimurat kingdom, and the Dimurati king is killed. The kingdom collapses as a power vacuum ensues as the Kingdom falls into civil disarray. The Timurids take advantage of this by annexing much of the Kingdom into the Timurid Emirate. However, a powerful Buddhist clan in the southeast of the Kingdom manages to break away and submit their territory into the Kingdom of Tibet. The Timurids not wanting a war against the Tibetans and there mountainous natural defensive lines, decide to not pursue taking over this territory as well and focuses on controlling the rest of the territory they just got.'''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and continues attacking the Amako clan, and by the end of this year they are defeated and annexed into Satomi. Meanwhile the Mononobe and Rokkaku both plan on striking against the Ashina clan instead, so they make preparations for it and will attack them in around 1551. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		Portugal's economy continues improving. Meanwhile, another stillborn child is born to Dinis and Catherine. Meanwhile, a colony is established on an area just south of Kongo, and in the same year, a settlement is created, with the name of São Paulo da Assunção de Loanda, Loanda being a small island nearby, and to which most of the colonists settle. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 1100 sq km, São Vicente expands 300 sq km, and São Sebastião expands 250 sq km. Meanwhile, in São Sebastião, a settlement is founded near a bay and an island. In regards to other settlements, this settlement is located closer to São Sebastião de Juqueriquerê than São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro. This settlement is called Vila dos Três Santos Reis. In Antília, São Tomé expands 500 sq km north. Meanwhile, Portalegre is elevated to city status in Portugal.

*		The Ethiopians continue expanding their naval forces, and expand their colony at Koräbta Däset, this year by 400 km, and their empire in East Africa by 1500 km.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km.

*		Who is the HRE emperor, Savoy or Brandenburg Sine dei gloriem (talk) 01:00, December 13, 2012 (UTC)

*		'''This battle ain't over till it's over. Neither side has a majority of all the states.'''

*		Burgundy: The inability to choose an Emperor continues as the Tensions continue in the Empire, Duke John (whose name is Giovanny Di Borgogna in Italian) dies of his illness (unknown) after three years of suffering it, the regency is given to the Duchess Helen until Francesco establishes a royal marriage with any ally (I would like to marry anyone but I would like to know if there is a possible marriage with the Normandian royal family). The colonies expand 250 sq km in Neu Zeeland (part of Neu Antwerp) and 750 sq km in Neu Antwerp mainland, while in Brasilea 750 sq km Expansion westward, while in New Charlesopolis Expands 250 sq km (a colony made a year ago in Honduras). While this, troops begin rising in case of conflict in the Empire, and the Threats of resigning the empire if the situation continues or affects the empire.

*		You couldn't have made more colonies.

*		How old this heir is?

*		As of now it's 20 years, and according to Von I can make colonies after 1548 

*		The last of the radicals is pushed out of Rajputana most of the radicals go underground and infiltrate the large and disenfranchised Hindu population of the Delhi Sultanate. The military is upgraded and all of the Hukumatas are ordered to create a standing militia because of the great success of the militias against the radical mobs.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up military and infrastructure. We are almost ready for any war with Kappelism. Neu Berlin expands by 1000 sq km and meets up with the sector of Erokee territory we gained long ago. Sieg heil.

**				'''NO. For the last time - the amount you want to expand by is too much, you can't have all of New York State yet. Plus that war against the Erokee never happened because as Lurk said: "You can't take territory from someplace if you don't have a border with them or you can't reach them by sea. ... They (the waterways) should be on the map." So your war against the Erokee never counted and hence the territory you got from the Erokee isn't on the map. Here's the discussion to remind you.'''

**				'But I can'' access them through waterways. And no one ever told me what a decent size to expand by was.'''

**				'''Did you not read what I wrote? Those waterways have to be visable on the map! As for expansion bit, where do you think rules about expansion are going to be? You never think it may be on the page with all the game's rules on it? Also rather than the amount you were expanding, I meant more the amount you think you should have expanded by. As in expanding 1000 sq km a turn is okay but you haven't been doing that for long enough to reach Lake Erie yet.'''

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. This year Nya Danmark expands by 1000 sq miles, with the borders of Nye Norge in sight. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada continues in conjunction with Venice. A famous artist by the name of Bjorn Nyborg is the most prominent in the cultural center of Stockholm. He begins work on several paintings. Britta Klingenberg's art studio attracts promising young artists to Oslo. The statue of King Erik continues work. The Queen expresses her doubts of the HRE, since their government is still in limbo. Bjorn Nyborg produces a grand piece titled "Den Sista Nattvarden" (The Last Supper) commemorating Jesus' last meal. It is hung immediately in the Royal Scandinavian Palace in Stockholm. Britta Klingenberg produces her own piece, which is displayed in her art studio for now. The Queen Mother, Christina dies of pneumonia in late November and is buried alongside King Erik in the RSP's mausoleum in Stockholm. Queen Christina notes the growing unrest in Slesvig and replaces gubernatorial control of deportation of heretics with royal control. Penal outposts in the Caribbean have stagnated due to resistance.

*		Tibet: Lanna officially becomes a vassal of Tibet, and trade links to the nation are improved. New monasteries are built in both Lanna and Ava, with economic development being the main focus for those states. Tibet and the rest of its vassals focus on military development, except for the Wacheng exclave, which focuses on naval development. Several successors to the Second Dalai Lama are "proposed", but not are "accepted" yet, and controversy is caused among monasteries, even involving the relatively "new" government, causing some instability and many debates. The military development focus also draws some criticism and debates.

*		Cyprus continues to expand its Nea Lefkosia colony 200 sq km north along the coast of the Maracaibo Lagoon (Can I rename this lagoon? Seeing that I found it and all...). More settlers are encouraged to emigrate to Nea Lefkosia.

**				Well, the lake didn't had a native name, and since the name of the lake is derived from the city's name, you can do it.

*		Saxony: With the results of the imperial election still uncertain, and any kind of resolution to the crisis seemingly far-off, the Elector orders the army to return home from February till October. During this time, the soldiers help their families with business, harvests, etc. The local Battallion trains every third week, just to keep it in fighting condition. A small garrison is kept on the Northern border to report of any movements, but none are forthcoming. After the harvest, the regiments and divisions gradually form back up and make their way back to their positions on the border. During the period of non-deployment, the army's weapons are fixed, improved, or upgraded. The cannons especially are improved, and many are put on "gun carriages" which make them very easy to transport. (By gun carriage, I just mean the usual way that cannons have wheels, definitely not a tank).

*		Anhalt: The Princely army of Anhalt is also relieved of active duty for the large part of the year, seeing as action has not been forthcoming. The book on agriculture published last year finds a quite universal readership (amongst the very small literate population), and word of its contents become the talk of pubs and taverns frequented by freeholder farmers and serf farmworkers alike. This year's crop becomes a kind of "grand experiment" as everyone holds their breath to see if the science of the treatsie holds up to practical implementation. As the bumper crop is harvested, the nation breathes a collective sigh of relief that their massive bet paid off. The author of the book is proclaimed a national "Agricultural Hero" by the prince, and His Highness insists that the author is inducted into the Wettin's House Order, the Order of Saint Mathilda. The surplus of wheat and other crops is of great benefit to the farmers, traders and military of the principality. The first two make more money then they could have before, and the last has enough grain in its stores to last a very long campaign.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: Again, due to the largely non-native membership of the episcopal army, it stays positioned on the border throughout the year. The treasures of the Magdeburg cathedral are returned from hiding for the year, so the worshipers can view the glory of God's One Church.

*		Caliphate Provinces of Candar, Rumelia, Anatolia, and Wallachia: Economic and military buildup continues. The Kappelists are sent money, weapons, and many other goods. The four provinces state that all Kappelist nations will be aided by all four Ottoman provinces.

*		China continues to improve relations with Dai Vet. Meanwhile, the infrastructure in the newly conquered Khosut Khanate is repaired and the military is improved.

*		Venice expands its economy with more ships built for the IMF. Nuovo Treviso expands 100 sq km to the west and Nuovo Venexia expands 1000 sq km in Florida.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia expand industry. The IMG is expanded and Venice is thanked for its many years as a partner. The Bavarian Bankgruppe expands operations. The King recalls a previous agreement with certain parties and places the combined votes of Bavaria and Thuringia behind Louis IX.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt expands its colonies; New Mecca by 1000 square kilometres (the River of Hashem by 600, Wahe Bari 300 and Bidyt Remenkemi 100) and the colony of New Alexandria by another 1000 square kilometres. The colony begins to experience large incomes of soldiers as the Emir plans to make the Spice Isles sultans vassals.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria continues building its ports at Latakia, as well as renewing the effort of sending diplomats to the European nations in hopes of trade, trying to ignore the religious wars as much as the government can, stating that it will trade with anyone interested, either Catholic, Orthodox, Kappelist, or any other branch of Christianity.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine continues building its economy as a middle-point in between Egypt's exports and Syria's selling. When the Jews begin actively helping the improval of trade, most of the government's hostility towards them disappears, instead they're just treated as regular wealthy denizens.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia expands eastwards by 2000 sq km, southwards into the Funj by 500 and south and westwards by 500 sq km. Tensions break between the Christians, composing some 45% of the nation, and the Muslims, composing some 40% of it; the other 15%, mainly Pagan, keeps quiet.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hijaz finishes its transport network it had worked on for the last few years. It begins to improves its military.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen continues to influence Adal.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hadramaut continues to improve its army, hoping to destroy the Bedouins starting in three years' time.

*		The Mayan Empire continues expanding north. Kinich Kakmo is bedridden, and the best physicians in the empire are called to help him. Xaman expands 25 km south.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy as trade continues to grow. The expedition to Atlantia sets off.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military. A Bedouin rebellion breaks out led by a powerful tribal chief.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as they help Nejd put the rebellion down.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as the opium trade expands even more.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military and General Ranchood and his allies in several of the top armies in India, begin to put measures for the succession plan in place.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad has his 21st birthday this year and graduates from military school. He returns to Mecca to assume leadership over his Caliphate but regent Vizier Abu ad-Din Yahya-Mustansir has Caliph Muhammad arrested and sent to jail in Medina to where he will be executed for treason. Vizier Abu ad-Din Yahya-Mustansir declares the end of the Hashemite Caliphate and the start of a new dynasty of Caliphs; with himself as Caliph Abu ad-Din Yahya-Muhammad, first Caliph of the Mustansir dynasty. Naturally not everyone agrees with this new dynasty taking over and the Medina jail is stormed by supporters of Caliph Muhammad and he is freed. A civil war breaks out in the Caliphate between the supporters of Caliph Muhammad and Caliph Abu, as the battle between the two sides leaves being tied to just Hejaz province but to all of the Caliphate. Muhammad retreats northwards to build up support for his army to go and take back Mecca. Meanwhile Caliph Abu fortifies Mecca and sends assassins to go kill Caliph Muhammad.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia expands its military as the province tries to keep the peace between Christians and Muslims as more revolts break-out. A full scale organised rebellion breaks out as the Christians led by Bishop of Znamensky Cathedral. Tired of the weak government and the rebellious Christians, an extreme Islamic group called the Salafi Jihadis take over Circassia, declaring the Caliph in Mecca to be corrupt and weak. The Salafi Jihadis leader declares himself as Caliph Sunnah and the other two Caliphs to be frauds. He starts a campaign to take over the northern provinces of the Caliphate after he ruthlessly kills all of the Christian rebels and burns down the Christian towns. The remaining few thousand Christians either escape north into Russia, converted or are killed.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military and many Christians flee the province scared of being killed by the ruthless Salafi Jihadis forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its military battling against the invading forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military. The ruling Qoyunlu clan pledge allegiance to Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad. They send a massive army northwards to go crush Caliph Sunnah's forces and sends a smaller army to join up with Caliph Muhammad as he plans to take back Mecca from Caliph Abu.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and joins West Qoyunlu in sending lots of troops to help Caliph Muhammad defeat the insurgent Caliphs Abu and Sunnah.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy. The province enters a short civil war as parts of the government disagree on whether Muhammad or Abu is the rightful Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its military. They side with Caliph Muhammad and send troops to support him.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its military and General Al-Ahmad Burji declares Iraq to be his own personal sultanate in a coup. But his coup is defeated as his support base is only small and he is a bit of a narcissistic optimist.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its military. The province declares support for Caliph Muhammad and sends troops to defeat the other two rogue Caliphs.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its military. The province declares support for Caliph Muhammad and sends troops to defeat the other two rogue Caliphs.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military forces as more revolts break out and the forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas take over huge swathes of eastern Crimea. Many Christians are killed and the Christians organise their own rebel army to declare a new Christian state but they are annihilated by Caliph Sunnah's armies. Many Muslims radicalise and join Caliph Sunnah, as such the Crimean provincial government collapses as the three way civil war tears the province apart.

1550
Vinland expands inland more so the two parts of the country are connected.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi begins to plan for a while on what to do next. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		Portugal's economy improves. Meanwhile, a child is born to Dinis and Catherine. This time, it isn't stillborn like the previous ones, and it is then, named Joana. Meanwhile, the settlement of São Paulo de Loanda grows some what. 50 sq km are added to it. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Nhoesembé expands 350 sq km south, and São Vicente expands 350 sq km. Meanwhile, sugarcane starts to be cultivated there, as the attempt in Pernambuco was successful. Meanwhile, Pará expands 950 sq km. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 500 sq km north, and along its borders.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military and the province falls into civil war as the support for Caliphs Muhammad and Abu. The expedition to Atlantia arrives in the Comchellak colony, where the expedition decides to turn back and support Caliph Muhammad. Support in the Omani colonies is primarily for Caliph Muhammad due to the growing corrupt practices brought in by the regency government of Caliph Abu while he was Vizer.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military. The Bedouin rebels spread into Hejaz, Yemen, Oman, Shaybah and Hadramaut provinces, where they attack all Caliphate forces regardless of Caliph loyalty.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as the Bedouin rebels are fought out of Shaybah and the Emir of Shaybah declares support for Caliph Muhammad.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military as the corrupt opium merchant backed provincial government declares support for Caliph Abu as they see him as the only Caliph who would allow their continued opium trade for non-medicinal purposes.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military and the province declares support for Caliph Muhammad and they invade Afghanistan province to rid it of the pro-Abu government.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military. They support Caliph Muhammad and send aid to help him regain his rightful Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military and General Ranchood and his allies in several of the top armies in India, begin to put measures for the succession plan in place. They wait to see how the current battle between the three Caliphs and the Bedouin plays out before making their move.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military, declaring support for Caliph Muhammad.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad builds up his army and leads his massive army to retake Mecca from Caliph Abu. A huge siege battle breaks out as Caliph Abu ad-Din Yahya-Muhammad battles to hold Mecca but eventually he is forced out. Caliph Abu retreats south to another of his power-bases in Yemen, but Caliph Muhammad's forces follow him south. Another large battle breaks out but Caliph Abu is beaten and retreats to Hadramaut. Parts of Muhammad's armies leave to go fight off the Bedouin rebellion as Caliph Abu seems to be almost defeated.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia continues to be the centre of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's control as his new Salafi Jihadi government. They expand the military as they expand more into Crimea, Georgia and West Qoyunlu provinces. Thousands more non-Muslims are killed under the regime and Imans are killed and replaced with Salafi Jihadi Imans to radicalise the moderates.

**				(Using rubber dingy rapids perhaps? LOL jk. Hope you get this reference.)

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military as it wars against the rogue Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas and his armies.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its military battling against the invading forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas but slowly loosing ground to them. Georgia requests help from the other provinces.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military focusing on destroying Caliph Sunnah's forces.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and invades Afghanistan to remove the pro-Abu government.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its military and the pro-Muhammad forces win the civil war in the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its military sending troops to take Oman and Afghanistan for Caliph Muhammad.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its military as Iraq recovers from General Al-Ahmad Burji's coup. Troops are sent to join up with Caliph Muhammad's army too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its military sending a large army to help Georgia repel the forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its military sending more troops to defeat the Caliphs Sunnah and Abu.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military forces as they fight off the forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas. Troops from the other provinces arrive by sea and the Crimean army begins pushing back Caliph Sunnah.

*		Lakota: Lakotan warriors turn back from Ute lands and only annex very little.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up infrastructure and the military. We expand Neu Berlin by however many pixels are plausible at this point, as no one has told me how much I can expand by.

*		'''How much time has passed since you made the first colony? '''

**				It's all on the rule page, you know where most of the game's rules are located?

**				'''I founded the colony in 1508. It's been 42 years.'''

*		Burgundy: The continuous inability of the Empire to choose a new emperor continues, the Duchess and her son continue threatening to quit the Empire if there's not an election in the next few years. While this, the Son of the Duchess, Francesco, 21 years of age, continues looking for a royal marriage, now mainly focused with France or Normandy, though any nation that offers a royal marriage is welcomed. While this, colonies continue expanding: Neu Antwerp 750 sq km and Neu Zeeland 250 sq km and Brasilea 750 sq km and New Charlesopolis 250 sq km westwards, while demand of the Promised lands from the French continue (I need help on this. Stew is AFK what can I do?). While this, the Annexation of Gueldres continues.

**				'''Have you got any proof that he agrees to give these lands to you freely? If not message him asking for them and wait for him to reply. Otherwise you'll just have to use force rather than diplomacy.'''

**				'"France: We respect Burgundy's offer, and will promise them land to connect Dijon with their colonies. The Auvergne French have more interest in the New World, anyway. As the Auvergne Armée'' approaches 40,000, plans are made to attack the Bourbon strongholds all over France, and take back control of the country, with plans to eventually take Brittany and Normandy. King Gauss promises to be to be the true King of France." That's the nearest thing to a promise that I have received. In 1537, after I, in the turn before that one, said we would like some land to connect with Burgundy's Exclave Sine dei gloriem (talk) 01:58, December 14, 2012 (UTC) and I already sent a message '''

**				Portugal offers Joana, 20 years old, and daughter of King Pedro.

**				Burgundy: We accept your generous offer.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia expands the military. Unrest grows over the political stalemate between members of the Empire. Many people begin to voice that maybe the UK would be better suited as an independent nation. The King orders the dissent to cease or expect imprisonment (the King is pro-Empire) The Bavarian Bankgruppe opens branches in Moscow and Novogrod, as well as opening a new branch in London. The BRC develops a slightly improved version of the Russian snaphance, one that limits misfires and allows for relatively safe firing in wet weather due to a unique metal (or leather) flap protecting the firing mechanism. Research begins in Ernest to invent a faster weapon type.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hijaz suddenly declares allegiance for Caliph Abu and mobilises its citizen army to attack the Muhammadid forces off Medina. Troops and peoples supporting Muhammad are more easily expulsed or killed from Jiddah and the desert towns.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hadramaut also declares its allegiance for Caliph Abu, although does not redirect troops to help its remainder (instead granting them the keys to the major South Arabian cities) but send them north to at last massacre the Bedouins before their revolt spreads. They also attack any Muhammadid troop in the area.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen, while declaring support for Abu, soon bogs down into civil war with government forces occupying the province. The Province also begins violently rounding up and murdering many Bedouin tribes and blocks the Aden canal to everybody who does not follow Abu's armies.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria declares support for Muhammad but looks to establish an independent Levantine Kingdom if the war in Arabia goes awry, with the Emir going as far as beginning to forge a crown for a future coronation as well as several writs and messages to several nations; they are hidden in the deepest storage rooms of the palace at Damascus.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt declares itself Abuid, for reasons that are considered only hoping to reopen the Gulf of Aden to the colonists and traders. However, worried for the war, Egypt does not expand its colonies but instead lose them to staunch Muhammadid provinces, that state "If we are to be ruled by somebody, let us be ruled by our true Caliph, Muhammad, and by our Khedive's brother, Sim'an of Syria".

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia also declares itself Abuid and sends its troops overseas.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine declares itself Muhammadan, in favour of Syria, and invades Egypt in hopes to establish Muhammad's rule over the province again. The war reaches a bloody stalemate in the western Sinai.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tunis declares itself to support Muhammad. Troops and ships are sent to quell the rebellion in Egypt.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tripoli declares itself to support Muhammad as well, and invades Egypt from the west. However, the Egyptian army resists superbly well for its state and condition.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. This year Nye Norge expands by 1000 sq miles. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada continues in conjunction with Venice. Bjorn Nyborg begins work on several paintings. Britta Klingenberg's art studio attracts promising young artists to Oslo. The statue of King Erik continues work. The Queen expresses her doubts of the HRE, since their government is still in limbo. Queen Victoria's royal control over the deportation of Kappelists seems to be working. The Queen is in shock as a great religious/political entity (Caliphate) like the HRE is undergoing turmoil, division and civil war.

*		Naples: The army grows. The King Leopold I is crowned Emperor of the HRE.

*		Savoy: The Kingdom continues to trade with Africa and strengthens all the factories. The army grows. All nobles celebrate the election of the King as Emperor.

*		Bosnia and Serbia: The army continues to grow in size and expand military construction throughout the Grand Duchy. All nobles celebrate the election of the King as Emperor.

*		Inca Empire: Inca Manco II expands his army. All people celebrate the election of the King as Emperor. The inca sent some gifts foe his victory.

*		Imperial Goverment: The Emperor will find a solution for the religion problem (The MODs want war?)

*		Rajputana improves the military and many people convert to Sikhism. More radicals are expeled many flee to Afganistan further destabilizing the provience.

*		Saxony: The Elector pledges his alliegence to the new Emperor, sending a herald to the Imperial Court. His Highness hopes that the new Emperor will remember Saxony, who was loyal to their agreement signed so long ago. With no sign of war on the horizon, the army is again sent home for the vast majority of the year, training regularly with their local regiments. Word of Anhalt's bumper crop last year brings the agcricultural book to the attention of Saxony's literate population. The landowners who implement the changes in the book in time for the sowing are rewarded at the harvest with bumper crops, and the jealousy of their neighbours.

*		Anhalt: The Prince, taking the lead of his cousin, allows his army to decamp from the border and return home for the harvest. The harvest is again a massive success, and traders begin actually EXPORTING wheat! The artillery begins mounting cannons on wheels.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: Harvests continue as normal, and the emigre episcopal army continues to bivouac around the borders. The Cathedral is decked out with all the gold and gilt, seeing as war seems unlikely this year.

*		The Mayan Empire expands north. Kinich Kakmo's condition worsens, and his family fears for his health. Xaman expands 25 km south.

*		Cyprus expands its Nea Lefkosia colony north along the coast of the newly named Aliki Lake.

*		Venice expands its infrastructure. The Doge is worried about the coming war and strengthens the Venetian's northern border. Nuovo Treviso expands 1000 sq km to the west as Nuovo Venexia expands 1000 sq km in Cuba.

*		Caliphate Provinces of Candar, Rumelia, Anatolia, and Wallachia: Economic and military buildup continues. The Kappelists are sent money, weapons, and many other goods. The four provinces state that all Kappelist nations will be aided by all four Ottoman provinces.

*		''' Reminder: Expansion into light grey states is not allowed without war or agreements with the state in question. Funj and the colony in Indonesia have be retconned. I mean if all of a sudden Milan started expanding into Venice there'd be war and if Novgorod expanded into Scandinavia there would be the Great Northern War take 913. '''

**				Fine, I get that it is implausible (although there is a difference between Milan expanding into Venice and Alodia inheriting Fuji duchies) but did you have to point this up so late after I started doing it?

*		Novgorod expands their military and stuff. More guns produced. Exploration of Siberia hired out to Cossacks.

1551
''' In Henan, China, a severe frost in the spring destroys the winter wheat crop. Torrential rains in mid-summer cause massive flooding of farmland and villages, and in the fall a large tornado demolishes houses and flattens much of the buckwheat in the fields. Obviously, this causes widespread famine in the area. '''

''' The Miskito people officially establish a stable Miskito Kingdom. The new Miskito King sends a diplomat to the Mayans to negotiate the division of the region between the two. '''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues planning. Soon, the Mononobe and Rokkaku clans both begin striking against the Ashina clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		Portugal builds up its military. Meanwhile, Loanda expands 200 sq km, and in Brasil, Pará expands 850 sq km, and Ceará expands 50 sq km inland. Potengi expands 600 sq km west, towards Ceará. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 500 sq km north. Meanwhile, by a royal decree. A university is established in São Vicente.

*		Lakota: The Lakota begin to assimilate the Ute populations into their own. Military is sent to the lands to make sure nothing funny happens.

*		In The United Kingdom of Bavaria and Thuringia, the Reichstag orders that an order of withdrawal be drafted from the Empire in case of inefective leadership as many in the UK are dissatisfied with the Empire in recent years. The King stresses that it a protectionary measure, and should the Empire become more stable, will be unnecessary. A radical Catholic zealot named Markus Remus, in favour of Holy War against Kappelism, begins to plot the assassination of Emperor Leopold. (SECRET!!!) He begins plans because he wishes to destablize the Empire and to bring the war he believes everyone is ignoring, his other targets include high ranking Catholic Clergy in Saxony and Bavaria as well as the King of the UK. Remus seeks out extreme Catholic radicals in the north, mainly Brandenburg, to gain support (NOTE: ALL THIS IS COVERT). The Bavarian Bankgruppe begins to modernize the Banking industry, hiring outside intelligence from Venice.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km.

*		Cyprus sends ships to search for other possible colonisation sites, and settles in the OTL Corpus Christi area of Texas. The new settlement is named Nea Larnaka. Nea Larnaka is expanded by 100 sq km while Nea Lefkosia is expanded by 100 sq km also.

*		Saxony: Elector Frederick III dies at the exceedingly old age of 89 (I kinda forgot to kill my royals off at decent intervals...). He is succeeded by his son, Otto, who is aged 56. The new Elector declares a week of mourning for his late father. A statue is erected in his honour in Dresden. Meanwhile, with war looking unlikely for the moment, the regiments stay in their local areas, instead of camping on the border. This gives the army an opportunity to try out new techniques, new weapons, and new organisation. Almost every landlord and freeholder worth his salt uses the new agricultural system (detailed in the now bestselling book from Anhalt) for this year's crop. The result: Surpluses of wheat and grains for everyone.

*		Anhalt: The aging Prince of Anhalt outlives his cousin the Elector by three months before his own death. He is succeeded as Sovereign Prince of Anhalt by his 54 year old son, Leopold. The new Prince swears his allegiance to the people and nobles of Anhalt, and renews his father's oath of Vassalage to the Elector of Saxony. The army is updated, old armour, uniforms and weapons are replaced, and everything generally goes well. This year's harvest is again good, and the farmers and traders who have profited from the new agricultural system invest their money in the Bavarian Bankgruppe.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The Archbishop declares his allegiance to the new Elector of Saxony. The army is improved. His Grace the Archbishop commissions artists from Italy and Germany to become court artists in his episcopal court.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia continues to be the centre of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's control as his new Salafi Jihadi government. They expand the military as they expand more into Crimea, Georgia and West Qoyunlu provinces. Thousands more non-Muslims are killed under the regime and Imans are killed and replaced with Salafi Jihadi Imans to radicalise the moderates.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military as it wars against the rogue Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas and his armies. However, because of the retreating of the main army from Crimea into Al-Slaveit, gigantic massacares happen to all non-Muslims in the province. Nearly a fifth of all citizens of Al-Slaveit are killed by the end of the year, some because they did not follow Islam as ibn Anas declared correct.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its military battling against the invading forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas, which has taken over most of its territory beside the coast, where Muhammadid troops land.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military focusing on destroying Caliph Sunnah's forces.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and invades Afghanistan to remove the pro-Abu government.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its military and the pro-Muhammad forces win the civil war in the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its military sending troops to take Oman and Afghanistan for Caliph Muhammad. A musician by the name of Ahmedali becomes prominent in Persia as he sings about the pains of war between brothers. He has a borrowed many aspects from European Music, however, and has had many assassination attempts ibn Anasids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its military as Iraq recovers from General Al-Ahmad Burji's coup. Troops are sent to join up with Caliph Muhammad's army too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its military sending a large army to help Georgia repel the forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its military sending more troops to defeat the Caliphs Sunnah and Abu.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military forces as they fight off the forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas. Due to incoming Muhammadid forces, the ibn Anasids retreat from the Crimean peninsula, to Al-Slaveit.

*		Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad leads his massive army chasing after Caliph Abu ad-Din Yahya-Muhammad. Caliph Abu continues to retreat through Hadramaut province until he is stopped by the armies of Crown prince Yazid bin Said of Shaybah. The Shaybahan army and Muhammad's army surrounds Caliph Abu's forces who have taken refugee in the fortress in Salalah. The joint armies siege Salalah for about a month until the city falls and Caliph Abu is executed for treason. Caliph Muhammad celebrates his victory then sets about defeating the Bedouin rebellion. Caliph Abu's supporters across the Caliphate begin loosing prestige as their leader is now dead.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military and Caliphs Muhammad's forces win the war in Oman and its colonies. The expedition to Atlantia reaches Socotra where it learns of Caliph Muhammad's victory and so they turn back round to return to the Comchellak colony to continue on with the expedition.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military. The Bedouin rebels are pushed back by Caliph Muhammad's forces too and Nejd (with the help of troops from the other provinces) also pushes back the Bedouin rebels too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as the Bedouin rebels are defeated and Caliph Abu is defeated too. Also this year, Emir Akram bin Said of Shaybah dies at age 78, his son Yazid bin Said becomes Emir of Shaybah aged 50 years old.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military as the corrupt opium merchant backed provincial government are overthrown after Caliph Abu is defeated. The corrupt opium merchants are arrested too, executed for corruption and treason, and their businesses are destroyed with pro-Muhammad businessmen being given individual separate parts of the corrupt opium empire. This is done to promote competition and to stop the merchants from becoming so powerful again.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military and troops return home from Afghanistan province after the pro-Abu government is overthrown and supporters killed.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military and General Ranchood and his allies in several of the top armies in India declare the coup this year. The province of Deccan is declared to be the Sultanate of Bharat and they invade Gujarat and Bengal after the coup fails in those places. The coup in Koli is defeated too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military. They stop the Bharat coup and attack the new rogue province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military. They stop the Bharat coup but end up being attacked by the new rogue province.

*		The Mayan Empire expands north. The settlement of Xaman expands 25 km south. Kinich Kakmo is becoming old, and his son, Kinich, is being prepared to take his father's place in the oligarchy along with his uncles. The Miskito messenger is accepted, and the Mayans are willing to hear his proposal. The Mayan territory is successfully divided intoeight states and two vassals.

*		Venice expands its infrastructure. The Doge is worried about the coming war and strengthens the Venetian's northern border. Nuovo Treviso expands 1000 sq km to the west as Nuovo Venexia expands 1000 sq km in Cuba.

*		Papal States (My sincerest apologies again. This has been the busiest week of my semester and I should be able to pay more attention to the game now). The Pope passes away this year, and a new Pope Soter II is proclaimed Pope in January. The Pope has little intent for warfare unless the Holy Roman Emperor (or his successor) begins it. He believes, however, that if the threat of warfare continues to be prolonged, the HRE may be split against the heretics and the pure Catholics, and the if the Holy War is won, the HRE will have a severely difficult time reorganizing itself. The Pope is pleased, however, that a civil war is taking place among the Muslims, and thus the Catholics will avoid the threat of Muslim help in our Holy War.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. This year Nya Sverige expands by 1000 sq miles. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Secret funding of pro-independence nobles - rebels in Bosnia/Serbia and Granada continues in conjunction with Venice. A university opens in Vikstig, starting with 16 students ... it is known as Erik University. Lubeck's port thrives as a major European rading center. Ny Norg Stad remains as the most important colonial port in Antillia with its 50th anniversary in sight. The Queen tours Portugal this year.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and infrastructure. A lot of radicals meet with this Markus Remus and they plan the November 5th Plot to kill Leopold and the leaders of Bavaria, Savoy, and Naples next year. (ALL SECRET.) Meanwhile we expand Neu Berlin by 3000 sq km. (See now, I read the rules. The colony is less than 50 years or less, so it expands by 1000 sq km. I also read that a colony established or a region reached in the first 50 years of the discovery of the Americas gets triple the expansion rate. So am I doing this right or not?)

**				'''No. At least I think, as this rule is too vague, as it isn't clear. I, for an example, expanded on the rate of 3000 sq km from the moment I reached the area until 1547, when 50 years had passed from the reaching of the area. and, I am sure that you have reached this area more than 50 years ago, But, as I was saying...'''

*		In Luxembourg, Grand Duke Louis IX, 59, dies not long after his loss in the election. His son becomes Louis X and vows to eradicate Kappelism all over the Empire. Luxembourg also asks France if it can have access to port on the French northern coast and right of way through some French land from Luxembourg to the sea.

*		Milan: The army is improved, the borders are strengthened. The Duke continues funding Kappelist groups in Switzerland and Austria.

*		Genoa: The Cuban colony expands with the use of slave force in the plantations, the colony between Oyo and Akan continues growing up.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz, embittered over Abiu's defeat, demands the placing of Abu's closest relative as Caliph and threatens secession otherwise.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hadramaut, embittered over Abu's defeat, continues massacring the Bedouins in the north of the Province. However, it joins the Hijazi demand and begins guerrilla warfare against Caliph Muhammad and Shaybah's forces. However, soon enough the Emir is faced with a pro-Muhammad pretender, a cousin through his mother's sde of Sim'an of Syria, together with his brother campaigning in Yemen

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen also joins the Hijazi demands, but is also faced with a Muhammadid pretender soon afterwards.

*		People in the Caliphal Province of Palestine request it gains the Sinai and joins Syria into a single province, in hopes that some wealth will pass into the region.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt, embittered, agrees to give up its colonies on Africa to Palestine. In return, it establishes New Alexandria, a new colony on eastern Sulawesi (which is labeled black in the map, IIRC).

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria returns to building its ports and sending messages to Europe, as well as expulsing Abuid nobles to Palestine, where they are deported to Bidyt Remenkemi.

*		Burgundy: The fear of conflict between Kappelists and Catholics remains, but joy spreads over the Duchy as the News of the election of the Savoyard as Emperor of The Romans, nevertheless, Duke Francesco I, now with the Portuguese Princess Joana as his wife, begins creating more adequate laws over his domains, mainly based on the territories Wallonia and the Netherlands, and Changes the Capital city to Charlesopolis, the City of his Great grandfather. He continues to quest for the Gain of the Land from the French promised during his father's reign. Nevertheless, he shows little to no interest currently over the Disputed/Promised lands and instead gives more importance to the situation of the empire, such as asking the Emperor and the Other Catholic states to form a Catholic-Loyal League to Keep the empire in one piece. While this, the Patriarch of the Orthodox Dionisius I is Killed in New Thrakia The Canarian Islands by a Kappelist from unknown Origin, this causes the fairly Peaceful Orthodox to Ask the Duke to Act against the Kappelists and side with several Catholics who wish Exterminate the Kappelists. While this, Expansion on the Colonies of Neu Antwerp 750 sq km, Neu Zeeland 250 sq km (Part of Neu Antwerp), New Charlesopolis 250 sq km and Brasilea 750 sq km. A new Patriarch of the Orthodoxy Of Burgundy is Chosen. Of Wallonian origon, the Patriarch Joannes I is chosen after a Conclave from the Orthodox Bishops.

​1552
'''Another storm surge occurs in Northern Burgundy over the new year. Hundreds perish in the floods and as temperatures plunge, thousands more die of cold and hunger as the floodwaters freeze, preventing many from reaching their homes and supplies. Many interpret these as signs that God is unsatisfied with the Burgundian regime and the expansion of Kappelism.'''

'''Kappelist groups in Switzerland increase with power Milanese help influences the region. Some talk of requesting diplomatic union with Milan but these people are ignored... for now...'''

'''A typhoon strikes the Philippines and Formosa forcing the abandonment of Formosa's colony there as supplies are redirected to rebuilding in Formosa. Hainan's governor takes advantage of the chaos and declares the island an independent nation.'''

'''It's not a colony, and I doubt the Formosans would abandon any part of their nation for any reason. It'd be like the United States completely abandoning the areas affected by Hurricane Sandy. Plus the Emperor selects his Governors based on loyalty as well as ruling ability. As such they are blindly loyal to Formosa. Plus I doubt this Governor wouldn't leap at the chance to cury favor by aiding the victims. '''

'''Minor revolts and rebellion occur in Granada, Serbia and Southern Bosnia as many within those nations seek to overthrow the overextended Neapolitan state. To add to that, in the aftermath of an earthquake near Cuzco, one man claims that the gods have told him that the Neapolitans are heathens that must be overthrown, he soon gathers a large following and they prepare to march on Cuzco.'''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues planning and he plans to take Kyūshū next. The Mononobe and Rokkaku clans continue fighting against the Ashina clan, but began to have a hard time doing so. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 800 sq km and Nea Larnaka by 200 sq km.

*		Portugal continues preparing its military. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 800 sq km, and Bahia expands 700 sq km inland. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 500 sq km north, and Loanda expands 200 sq km. Meanwhile, another stillborn son is born to Catherine, and Joana, her two-year old daughter, dies. Meanwhile, the Duchy of Odemira is created, with Sancho de Noronha's title being elevated from Count to Duke. Meanwhile, Fernando, the Duke of Beja, dies, and is succeeded by his son Afonso. The Duke of Barcelos also dies this year, being succeeded by his son João.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia continues to be the centre of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's control as his new Salafi Jihadi government. It is, however, having a hard time keeping up with its loss of Crimea. And by the end of the year, they surrender. The treasonous Salafi Jihadi government's leaders are all killed for treason and rebuilding the province begins.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military as they win back the province from Caliph Sunnah.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its military battling against the invading forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas, as they win back the province from Caliph Sunnah.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military focusing on destroying Caliph Sunnah's forces.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and helps rebuild Afghanistan.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its military and sends help to Georgia.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its military sending troops to defeat Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas. Ahmedali, the young musician, makes a new instrument called the Karakhait. The Karakhait is a system where if a red wooden block is pushed down, a ball connected to the block hits a string thus producing a musical note. The notes are not evenly tempered and some blocks may be less than one semitone apart while others may be three whole tones apart. Ahmedali is trying to refine it, but doesn't have the money to make more.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its military as Iraq recovers from General Al-Ahmad Burji's coup. Troops are sent to join up with Caliph Muhammad's army too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its military sending a large army to help Georgia repel the forces of Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its military sending more troops to defeat Caliph Sunnah.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military forces as they win back the province.

*		Caliph Muhammad, after putting down the Bedouin Revolt, orders Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas and his followers to be executed. He is triumphantly welcomed back to Mecca, where the mosque built to commemorate Marwan III is finished. Meanwhile, he orders his troops to march towards Deccan to retake the province from General Ranchood's secessionist Bharati government.

**				'''Saam, Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas wouldn't have settled for being second to Caliph Muhammad. He hates him and all he stands for, it's like the Kappelists deciding to give up and become Catholic again. I changed your copy and pasted posts too, so that they made more sense and weren't devoid of reality.'''

**				My rationale was that he would stand to be second because since he would be a great general, he could implement his policies in war.

**				'''We can always just use another general instead. Besides Caliph Muhammad is meant to be the military genius.'''

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. This year Nye Norge expands by 1000 sq km, with Smalnar almost in sight. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik continues its operations. The Representanhuset of Nya Sverige passes headright grant laws, inspiring many to immigrate to the rich fields of the Bukten Sverige region. Universities become increasingly popular and the colonial assembly of Nye Norge establishes Ny Norge Universitet (NNU) in the center of Ny Norg Stad. Nya Sverige, being a plantation colony, seems not to be interested in creating any right now. Queen Victoria is pleased at her (and the Doge of Venice's) plan's fruition and continues to fund the rebels in Neapolitan holdings. The government contacts Brandenburg's radicals and ask to partake in their activities at least in Naples where Venice and Scandinavia will be busy. (All in secret of course, no metagaming, Quiari). Queen Victoria returns from Portugal and her son Denis, the Prince of Finland, comes with her.

*		The Mayan Empire expands north. Kinich Kakmo finally dies, and his son, Kinich, becomes part of the oligarchy. Xaman expands 25 km south. The Miskito messenger is accepted and the oligarchy is willing to undergo negotiations.

*		Saxony: The army remains in peacetime mode, with the regiments quartered in their home territories. The regiments partake of regular training and exercises, and general improvements are made. The harvest is again good, and nothing much of note happens. Spies (not so much spies, as information-gatherers) infriltrate Altmark, just giving a report on the general state of its defences. The Elector hosts a Joust Tournament for the nobles of the land.

*		Anhalt: The Army of Anhalt also remains on peacetime footing, training and improving. The wife of crown Prince Ernest-Augustus, an Anhaltese noblewoman, finally gives birth to her first child. Rather unfortunately for everyone, the wife dies, and the child, which survives, is a girl, named Anna. Although he is deeply sorry for his dear wife's death, and although he loves his young daughter with all the tenderness of a new parent, he realises that the nobles will never accept a Sovereign Princess as overlord, and he must remarry. So, Ernest-Augustus, heir apparent to the Anhaltese throne, is in search of a wife of childbearing age.

*		  Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The Archbishop, pleased with his court artists from Italy, invites musicians to his palace to audition for the role of court composer. The episcopal army is improved.

*		Venice prepares its armies for the inevitable war. Extra troops are stationed across the Venetian isles and several great bombards are moved to the Straits of Gibraltar along with a force of 20,000 men who should be enough to defend the most formidable Venetian fortress from any attack. The Doge notifies the general/governor of the area to prepare to destroy every ship that refused to stop for checks while passing through the Straits. Nuovo Treviso expands 1000 sq km westwards and Nuovo Venexia expands 1000 sq km in Florida. With the population of the colonies fast growing thanks to Venice's urban capacity reached, the Doge orders many new buildings to be constructed in the settlements of Nuovo Venexia (OTL Jacksonville), Nuovo Treviso (OTL New Orleans), Bela (OTL Baton Rouge), Nuovo Padua (OTL Brunswick), Forte Celeste (OTL Miami), Nuovo Dalmatia (OTL Santa Rosa Beach), Acerbo Città (OTL Havana), Suolo Prato (OTL Flamingo in the Everglades), Nuovo Corfu (OTL Key West) and Nuovo Euboea (OTL Coxen Hole). Many of these settlements will obtain a permanent garrison and some even a university as their populations swell. The Doge, worried about overcrowding in Venice, commissions tens of new islands to be built in the lagoon and there is talk of many more to come as some Venetian architects are sent to learn the secrets of Dutch and German dyke building.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military and sends many ships to attack General Ranchood's secessionist Bharat Sultanate. The expedition to Atlantia reaches the South African colonies and now sets off going straight across the Atlantic Ocean to try to find Atlantia.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military. The Bedouin rebels are completely defeated this year thanks to Caliph Muhammad's mighty army.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as the Bedouin rebels are defeated. Emir Yazid bin Said orders his main naval fleet to go attack Bharat and stop it from seceeding from the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its infrastructure as it rebuilds itself following the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military and troops are sent to go help Gujarat fight Bharat-Deccan.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military as General Ranchood and his allies try to stop the onslaught of the mighty Caliphate armies and protecting the Sultanate of Bharat.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military and continues to attack Bharat to try to oust General Ranchood.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military, as they lead the charge against General Ranchood's forces.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt returns to expanding its colony of New Alexandria in Eastern Sulawesi by 50 square kilometres. Several Muslim scholars, especially those that supported Abu in the war, begin calling Caliph Muhammad the fake prophet, or ''Massih ad-Dajjal. ''

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria expands its economy and continues messaging the European leaders in hopes of increasing trade to the Caliphate after the civil war. Emir Yazid dies and is succeeded by Sim'an, extremely popular in a large part of the Muslim World.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine expands its recently-gained colony of New Mecca, expanding Wahe Bari by 400 sq km, the River of Hashem by 400 and Bidyt Remenkemi by 200. The Province continues improving its colony, attempting to cooperate with Syria.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz continues plotting to declare its independence as a new Caliphate. However, it doesn't act upon it yet.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen continues battling Ibrahim ibn Hussein, the Muhammadid candidate, and his brother Yazid battling in Hadramaut. However, Yemen's emir makes big losses in the time.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hadramaut continues massacring the Bedouins as a three-side war rises on the north of the province.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia expands 2000 sq km eastwards towards the sea. Large fires and smoke are reported coming from the west of the nation.

*		Lakota: Lakota start to expand westward.

*		Milan: Improves military. Guido Sforza continues helping the Kappelist movements in Switzerland and Europe. The Army is ready for the oncoming war and the defenses on the borders with Savoy and Venice are heavily protected hoping to defeat any possible invasion. Great forces are ready on the borders with Switzerland and Genoa to help the Kappelist groups in case of war.

*		Gallura: The Kappelists continue fighting Catholics. More men are recruited and the Kappelist council is ready to help the Duchy of Milan. Forces are ready to attack Genoa.

*		Genoa: Ignoring the Kappelist efforts to take control of Genoa, the Republic continues funding the exploration of the New World and the East Cuban colony with many people travelling to settle down in America. The colony in Africa continues growing up. The Vauxists and Kappelian movements in Corsica start to fight against the government and Piombino is consumed by war.

*		Rajputana expands the military and many convert to Sikhism.

*		Burgundy: Duke Francesco of Burgundy continues claiming the French land land between the Exclave of Dijon and the Northern provinces of Burgundy. While this, the Storm is a great concern and the Bishops say, "nevertheless of the events in here, we must not blame our brothers for their mistake. Furthermore, even more we should show them our mercy, and aid them to continue in union to our same god." Theae words convince most of the people and some Kappelists who tired of the conflict, accept a partial primacy of the Papacy over the Duchy. Nevertheless, many Kappelists continue their hate against the Pope. The Kappelists who accept the Pope as a representantative of God, yet not the leaders are nicknamed. These are called by the loyal Kappelists as the lefrevrists as he is a Kappelist member who due to his being Catholic during his childhood, doesn't support nor accept the Pope's choices. Yet he accepts the fact that almost nothing will drive away Europe from Rome. He shortly after gains many members to his cult among the unsatisfied  Catholics, gaining power among the Burgundians. While this, Pope Joannes I continues asking the Duke to act against the Kappelists. Nevertheless, the Duke is unable to do so without sparking a war, and currently more concerned about his new family as he has his first child, Ferdinand with Joana of Portugal, and the colonies expand Neu Antwerp 750 sq km, Neu Zeeland 250 sq km, Brasilea 750 sq km and Neu Charlesopolis 250 sq km.

1553
''' The Incan Empire revolts from Neapolitan rule, and successfully regains independence. '''

''' Mamash Dīn Timurid leads an invasion of the western portion of the Khanate of Akmola while his brother Godeng Dīn Timurid invades the east of Akmola. The pincer invasion quickly overwhelms the Khanate of Akmola and the Khan of Akmola surrenders most of his territory to the Timurids, and declares his rump Akmola Khanate to be a vassal of the Timurid Emirate. With this huge empire, the two Emirs declare themselves the joint Khans of the Timurid Empire. '''

*		Portugal continues preparing its military. Meanwhile, in Brasil, more precisely in São Vicente, another settlement is founded right next to São Paulo de Piratininga, being called São Bernardo do Campo. Meanwhile, Pará expands 950 sq km, and Bahia expands 550 sq km. Meanwhile, São Tomé expands 500 sq km and Loanda expands 200 sq km. Meanwhile, settlers from São Sebastião start to go to São Vicente territory, as the border between them isn't clear, which prompts Pero Lopes de Sousa, capitão donatário of São Vicente, to attempt to request a rearrangement of the borders to the king.

*		The Mayan Empire expands northward. Xaman expands 25 km south. The Miskito Kingdom is offered the following borders:

**				​The Miskito Kingdom rejects the proposal and requests further gains in OTL Hounduras and more territory along the Mosquito Coast.

**				The generous oligarchy will allow more territory along the coast, but not to the full extent to which the Miskito Kingdom requests, considering they kept the Mayans waiting for three years for a reply.

*		China continues to improve its relations with Dai Vet. Meanwhile, the colony on Honolulu is expanded by 1000 sq km.

*		Venice expands its economy with hundreds of ships carrying supplies to Nuovo Venexia and Nuovo Treviso to build facilities. Both colonies expand by 1000 sq km.

*		Burgundy:The news about the Incan Independence is heard, and aid to the Neapolitans is given if they choose to launch a recovery war on them. Duke Francesco continues asking the French to cede the promised lands between Dijon and the northern provinces. While this, the situation in the duchy calms down and the reconstruction of the northern provinces continue. The army is updated, and expansion on the colonies continues, as Neu Antwerp expands westwards into Choco 750 sq km and as Neu Zeeland Captaincy conquers the entire island expanding 250 sq km. While this, another captaincy part of Neu Antwerp is formed, the Captaincy of Golden Burgundy in OTL northern Venezuela Near Caracas. While Brasilea expands 750 sq km southwestward and Neu Charlesopolis Expands 250 sq km southward in OTL Nicaragua. (I made that colony because Von told me I could make more in 1548.) The duke's second child named Anna is born, and the lefevrists begin expanding outside the duchy - mainly in the unorganized Munster. While this, the duke offers the French to buy some land,

**				'''I remember talking about this, but can't remember the exact conversation, do you have a link to where we did this? Just so I can remember ~Von'''

**				I didn't find it but I remembered that my colonies were both made in 1510 and I saw it in the archives so my next colony should be made in 1560, and ignore this one of Neu Charlesopolis, OK?Sine dei gloriem (talk) 00:08, December 18, 2012 (UTC)

**				Well, I couldn't find where this Cabo de la Vela where Nouvée Charlesopolis is located, anyway.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. Muslims are now the clear majority in the province and most hold on to some of the more extreme Muslim ideals; this and the civil unrest causes almost all of the remaining Christians to flee the province and migrating to Europe or Russia.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. Muslims are now the clear majority in the province as almost all of the Christians had been killed or fled by migrating to Europe or Russia. Some decide to go live in the more liberal provinces like Syria or Egypt, but most are too scared of being harmed by Muslim extremists. The army of ibn Anas, after hearing of his death flee to the coast of Muscovy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. The Muslims are now the majority in the province but many Christian Georgians still remain. However, they are largely fearful of staying in the Muslim state in case of more extremist Muslims. Several rich Georgians begin organizing a mass exodus to the new world and the establishment of a new Georgian state, free of Muslim rule.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military as the province leads efforts to re-establish law and order, and the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and helps rebuild Afghanistan and affirming the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its military as ships are sent to go defeat General Ranchood in Deccan/Bharat.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. Muslims are now the clear majority in the province as almost all of the Christians had been killed or fled by migrating to Europe or Russia. Some decide to go live in the more liberal provinces like Syria or Egypt, but most are too scared of being harmed by Muslim extremists.

*		Tibet: Five-year-old Sayon Tsu-Heu is, after long debates, "identified" as the Third Dalai Lama. Sayon Tsu-Heu's reasonably close relation to the incumbent Premier, Cheyong Heu, causes some controversy, increased by the fact that the previous (Second) Dalai Lama, Xeu Gyatsen, was also related to a Premier (Thunsen Gyatsen, who was not yet Premier when Xeu was "identified"). Some groups accuse the monasteries involved in the process of corruption. This sequence of events causes many debates, and even some protests. In the meantime, the major focus for Tibet and its vassals is economic buildup, except in the Wacheng exclave, where the navy is built up. The trade connections and roads from Lanna to the other states of the Tibetan alliance are improved and increased in number. New monasteries are built in Lanna, the Shan Sultanate and Kashmir.

*		Ethiopia expands its navy, and expands its empire by 1500 sq km, and its colony in Madagascar by 1000 sq km. Also, Ethiopia prepares to send a military force to occupy the Swahili city-state of Mombasa.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and infrastructure. Neu Berlin expands by 1000 sq km, as 3000 is obviously too much. Meanwhile, the fifty years since the establishment of Neu Berlin will occur in five years' time, so we plan another colony farther south.

*		Luxembourg continues to expand its infrastructure. Louis X continues to campaign in France for some rights.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military and sends many ships to attack General Ranchood's secessionist Bharat Sultanate. The expedition to Atlantia travels across the Atlantic Ocean and makes land in Atlantia in the Portuguese colony in OTL Sao Paulo. The expedition trades with the colonists and then goes on to sail northwards to trade with other colonies and to map the coastline.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its economy as the province recovers from the Bedouin rebellion.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its economy as the province recovers from the Bedouin rebellion. More ships are sent to go attack Bharat and stop it from seceding from the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as it rebuilds itself following the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military and troops are sent to go help Gujarat fight Bharat-Deccan.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military and continues to attack Bharat to try to oust General Ranchood.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military, as they lead the charge against General Ranchood's forces.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military as the campaign against General Ranchood continues but the massive army of General Ranchood is making progress slow.

*		Caliph Muhammad leads a massive naval fleet to go retake Deccan and kill General Ranchood and to install the Caliph's authority over India personally. His army lands in Gujarat and he leads his army to join up with the armies already fighting General Ranchood. This huge army now marches against General Ranchood and takes significant land gains.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Sverige celebrates its 50th anniversary. Colonies can now expand by 2000 sq km. Nya Danmark expands 1000 sq km moving across the Snavt River and around Novgorod's colony to prevent any situations. The Saalskap Av Bukten Erik's holdings/trade forts are reorganized into a Crown colony called Eriksmark under the control of the Saalskap Av Bukten Erik's control. Scandinavia organizes its penal settlements on Caribbean islands into a Crown colony, to be named soon. Eriksmark expands by 1000 sq km. With the Incan Empire's independence from Naples, the Queen contacts the Doge of Venice asking when the plan will be executed (secretly). Bjorn Nyborg produces another masterpiece called Den Leende Flicka (the Smiling Girl, Mona Lisa parallel). Britta Klingenberg finally finishes the statue of the late King Erik and unveils it in Stockholm. Standing at 100 feet in the Stockholm Grand Plaza, King Erik's essence towers over his subjects. His presence emanates throughout the country and (much) smaller versions 20 feet tall are ordered from Klingenberg's studio to be placed in Copenhagen, Oslo, Helsinki, and Turku.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues preparing. The Mononobe and Rokkaku clans continue fighting against the Ashina clan, and both Mononobe and Rokkaku manage to break the stalemate, and begin to advance slowly. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		Saxony: With peace still reigning in Europe, the Elector sits back, relaxes and enjoys some tournaments. The army, still on peacetime footing, is improved. The harvest is quite good, and the information-gatherers return from Altmark with news on its defenses.

*		Anhalt: The army is improved and heir Ernest-Augustus asks the families of Europe (specifically Bavaria, Scandinavia, Burgundy and Brandenburg) for a wife, as he desperately needs a son.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The Archbishop is very pleased with his court composer, and commissions many pieces from him. The episcopal army is improved. The treasures of the major Cathedrals are returned to their places, but a contingency plan is in place in case of war.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 800 sq km and Nea Larnaka by 200 sq km. Princess Eleftheria bears two children, twins, christened Prince Yanni and Princess Stavroula. The Queen grows even frailer.

*		Caliphate Provinces of Candar, Rumelia, Anatolia, and Wallachia: Economic and military buildup continues. The Kappelists are sent money, weapons and many other goods. The four provinces state that all Kappelist nations will be aided by all four Ottoman provinces. Troops and money continue to be sent to India to aid the Caliph's armies.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia: '''The Royal Family offers Selena Albrect to Scandinavia as a wife, she is beautiful and intelligent. '''The November 5th plot has taken some time to set up, but it is believed by the Order (name of the shadow group behind Remus and the plot) to be ready next Nov. 5. All members and assassins are ordered to their respective positions in Bavaria, Naples, Karolin, and Savoy. (still secret, please) The King begins a tour of the UK, trying to bolster support for the Reichstag's new tolerancy policies. The King declares his allegiance to Leopold as Emperor of the HRE. Many people within the UK are displeased as the Independence movement begins to boil steadily, and the long suppressed "Cold War" between Kappelists and Catholics reaches its boiling point. The IMG asks Venice for the nature of the closing of Gibraltar, and asks whether it needs to move the West Fleet. The Bavarian Bankgruppe does not expand any this year due to the corporate restructuring, and the addition of the experienced Venetian bankers to help train employees of Europe's largest bank.

**				'''Scandinavia? Are you sure? From what I've seen lately, who has been asking for a royal marriage lately is Anhalt, not Scandinavia.'''

**				'''He's thinking of the Prince of Norway who was 21 around 30 years ago. '''

**				I don't see any reason to offer a wife to a guy who's already dead.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria, although somewhat burdened with the new Circassian and other Caucasian Christian refugees, soon solves it by settling them down on Christian nobles' territories; the nobles remain happy, due to they're now having more Christians (although of a different denomination) populations in their territories, and the government soon redirects its money to once again improve its economy by establishing ports in Tyre, Tripoli and Beirut as well as Latakia. Emir Sim'an continues sending messengers to Europe in hopes of gaining information and establish trade.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt expands its colony in Sulawesi by 50 square kilometres, sending several of the Orthodox Christians there; many others stay, especially in the southern parts of Egypt, almost into Nubia.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine expands its new colonies in New Mecca by 1000 sq km (Wahe Bari by 400, the River of Hashem by 400 and Bidyt Remenkemi by 200). The Province also improves its economy in order to cooperate with Syria.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz continues planning secession.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen's Emir continues losing over to Ibrahim bin Hussein, with him seizing several major cities this year.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hadramaut also loses a lot of its south to Yazid bin Hussein as it battles on the north.

*		Muscovy (That's right, half of Russia is back. Well, technically all of it, I'm posting for Lx too.) expands the economy. The group of rich merchants who began banding together after Daniel's high taxes name themselves the Right Hand, and begin attacking the Muslims in the nation, who have had numerous taxes and the like lifted by Daniel in his tolerance for all policy. Muscovy sets up a colony, opposite the Bonoman, known as Zelta Zeme (its discoverer was a Latvian.) It is to the East of the Bonoman, where Aukso Zeme is to the West. Gold trading becomes much more profitable (and it has been nearly 30 years since Muscovy started exploring, so this is allowed.)

**				Can you stop ignoring our warnings that Muscovy can't make colonies until 1560, at least?

**				'''*apoplectic fit* *with great restraint* It was established, later, that Muscovy would be allowed to explore by 1525. Rules say I cannot make a colony until 20 years later. Now, that is 1545. Which was eight years ago.'''

*		Poland expands the navy and army, as well as Aukso Zeme. The policies of the Right Hand begin spreading into Poland, even though the Right hand remains strictly in Muscovy; the group in Poland names itself the Red Eye. It carries out attacks against more Kappelists than Muslims.

*		Novgorod develops the navy, making numerous Ice-Bogatyrs. These forge paths up the north of Siberia. The army is improved too, and the Samoyed lands are annexed by Novgorod (specifically, 1000 km of Samoyed land). The Tsar, Evgeni I, meets with Daniel and develops a concurrent Tolerance for All scheme, attacking the Red Eye and Right Hand, neither of which have penetrated into Novogorod.

**				'''In case you didn't see, it was established that one can't build up/update its military and expand its main nation at the same time. You are doing both.'''

**				'''I see no problem here. I understood it like if both happen, expansion supercedes military buildup in algorithm... and the construction was basically continuing construction of the laid down hull (it's not like shipyards are going to be barren for a year to make room for expansion). And the Tsar is Evgeni I (I changed the post acordingly)...just see the 1532 post...he will die in 1555-1560, and the torch shall be passed on down. BTW... I hope that by tolerance you mean only to all forms of Christianity, and even then because of political reasons concerning keeping the Russian Federation and its resources from crumbling, and Muslims to a certain point because we realise that they are too big a minority to assimilate. Remember, 1500s.'''

**				'''Sorry about the Tsar. Didn't see that post. Yes, of course, I meant only Christians, and to a far lesser extent, Muslims. Death to everyone else. And all that.'''

*		Genoa: The navy is improved, the ships are armed and new ships are manufactured. The people in Corsica start a revolution, and the Genoan professional army is moved to calm down the island. Piombino also sends troops to Corsica. The East Cuban colony continues growing up thanks to support from the colony in Africa (Spinetta) that is also growing. The outpost in East Hispaniola asks help from the other Italian colonies in the New World because it is having a hard time surviving.

*		Milan: The defenses are built up, fortresses and troops are ready to defend the Duchy, building barracks and defensive buildings all around the State, also suppliyng with ammo, weapons and food the different troops in the State. The Duke and the Kappelist leaders in Switzerland decide to start the rebellion next year, with full force. Milanese and German weapons are smuggled to the principal Kappelist forces in the whole Confederacy. A period of relative peace starts because the Kappelists are waiting to attack, the rebels already identified the Catholic troop centers and political heads of Switzerland hoping to take them down in the rebellion. The Duke and many Swiss leaders start a project to improve the roads between Germany (Bavaria) and Italy (Milan).

*		Gallura: The army is move to Milan under the Milanese control.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km.

1554
''' The Adal Sultanate falls into civil disarray. '''

''' A large earthquake strikes India, the worst effected areas are in Balochistan and Gujarat provinces in the Caliphate. The earthquake also causes a small tsunami to hit the west coast of India and Oman too. '''

*		Portugal builds up its military, focusing more on the navy. Meanwhile, Pero Lopes de Sousa's request to a fixing of the borders with São Sebastião reaches Portugal, and is answered by Duke Garcia, as again, King Pedro is absent. Garcia eventually decrees, in behalf of the King, that the border shall be fixed in the Juqueriquerê River, which puts São Sebastião de Juqueriquerê, the administrative center of São Sebastião, on São Vicente's territory. The administrative center is then moved almost immediately to São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro. Meanwhile, São Sebastião expands 550 sq km inland after this loss of territory. The settlers on São Vicente are sent back to São Sebastião, and another settlement is founded on the other side of the Juqueriquerê river, next to two native villages, Iperoig, and Uwatibi. Meanwhile, Loanda expands 200 sq km, and in Antília, São Tomé expands 500 sq km to the north. While in Brasil, Pará expands 950 sq km, now extending to the Maranhão river on its westernmost border. Meanwhile, Urraca, niece of Garcia, and eldest daughter of King Pedro is given the title of Countess of Guarda, although this title won't be passed to her descendants, which she doesn't have anyway.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues preparing. The Mononobe and Rokkaku clans continue fighting against the Ashina clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 100 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 100 km.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km. The Manchurians establish a new colony in OTL Guaymas, Mexico. The Manchurians send an envoy to the Mayans on the division of territory.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up military and infrastructure. Meanwhile Neu Berlin is expanded by 1000 sq km and we begin to select a hand picked group of people to establish our new colony, Neu Pomeran, which will be in the OTL Maine area.

**				Scandinavia and Portugal have been there for a while, we even have already established a border.

**				'''The northernmost Portuguese colony in the area is OTL Plymouth, which is nowhere near Maine. Not to metion that the nearest Scandinavian colony has yet to cross the OTL New Brunswick border. Brandenburg has plenty of room to grow.'''

**				'''The map hasnt updated their holdings in a long time. That colony's southern border is a bit past Portland, Maine.'''

**				''' So? I'll go somewhere else in Maine. Actually, hold up for a second here. Scandinavia has four colonies that have existed since 15??. Brandenburg has ONE colony that has existed since 1508. Meanwhile Scandinavia has these huge colonies that stretch from Point A to Point B, halfway across the region. Whereas, Brandenburg's one colony has been expanding by 1000 sq km 25% of a century now, yet all of Scandinavia's colonies combined are larger than mine. How can I be expected to believe this? Fact of the matter is, I can't, and therefore won't.'''

**				'''We don't have four, we have three legal colonies which are in fact larger than that one colony of yours. They've been there for 50 plus years, yours has been there since 1512. Stop taking things so personally, i was just pointing something out before you waste a turn by getting retconned for expanding into others' territory'''

**				'''My point exactly. HOW are they larger? Mine has been there since my legal colonization date, 1508. And your legal date was what, in first decade of the century? Same thing, whatever. Point is, you have THREE colonies, I have ONE. My one colony expanding by 1000 should be larger than you splitting 1000 amongst three, but somehow one of yours is still larger than mine. And I didn't establish the colony yet, and you're not there yet. '''

**				'''You established it in 1513. Yes I am. End of discussion, bye.'''

**				'''OK, just no. That was the single most insolent act I've ever seen in this game, and I don't even know who I'm talking to. Let me be clear. Don't get it twisted. You cannot prove that you are in Portland. Do you even know where Portland is? Looking at the map, you're still in Eastern Maine. And I DID establish it in 1508. How am I not going to know when I did what?'''

**				'''Oh wait, I got it wrong. It was 150 5 . Case in point, open and shut, game.'''

*		Luxembourg continues to build up its infrastructure. Louis X continues to campaign for the rights of teh Luxembourgish people.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. Muslims are now the clear majority in the province and most hold on to some of the more extreme Muslim ideals; this and the civil unrest causes almost all of the remaining Christians to flee the province and migrating to Europe or Russia.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. Muslims are now the clear majority in the province as almost all of the Christians had been killed or fled by migrating to Europe or Russia. Some decide to go live in the more liberal provinces like Syria or Egypt, but most are too scared of being harmed by Muslim extremists. The aarmy of ibn Anas, under the command of his son, Abdurahim, makes the state of Abdurahimliyye, out of the coast in Muscovy. He stages constant border fights with troops in Crimea and Slaveit.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. The Muslims are now the majority in the province but many Christian Georgians still remain. However, they are largely fearful of staying in the Muslim state in case of more extremist Muslims. Several rich Georgians begin organizing a mass exodus to the new world and the establishment of a new Georgian state, free of Muslim rule.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military as the province leads efforts to re-establish law and order, and the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and helps rebuild Afghanistan and affirming the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its military as ships are sent to go defeat General Ranchood in Deccan/Bharat.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on its building up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. Muslims are now the clear majority in the province as almost all of the Christians had been killed or fled by migrating to Europe or Russia. Some decide to go live in the more liberal provinces like Syria or Egypt, but most are too scared of being harmed by Muslim extremists.

*		Caliph Muhammad, after winning a crushing victory in India warns Muscovy that they need to take care of Abdurahim, who is within their territory, or they will be forced to take care of it. Meanwhile troops amass in the Afghanistan. In India, he assigns women to take care of the soldiers, where there is an earthquake, where all sick soldiers seem to get better. Muhammad takes this as a sign of God.

*		Cyprus expands its Nea Lefkosia colony by 800 sq km and its Nea Larnaka colony by 200 sq km.

*		Papal States: Having not been affected in a Holy War yet, the crew from the Papal navy decide to return to the island of, bringing with them Bibles, crosses, priests, and weapons, in order to protect themselves from native resistance. The Pope gives them his blessing, and the crew sets off and arrives in a matter of weeks. The crew unfortunately meets violent resistance, but priests help secure the coast and begin preaching the One True Religion to the natives. Many begin to build churches and schools to teach the faith. The Pope declares that the island of Karukera (which is renamed the Insulam St. Petri, Latin for the Island of St. Peter) will be the States' first colonial possession in the New World, and may become the base for new missions to the mainland of Antillia. Meanwhile, Catholicism efforts continue as priests claim they have gained groundwork in some villages in Europe, reconverting the heretics to the true religion, though many face persecution at the hands of the Kappelists.

'For the record there is a Kappelist branch that doesn't have conflict against the Pope in Burgundy and spreading in Munster Sine dei gloriem (talk) 03:56, December 18, 2012 (UTC)

*		The Mayan Empire expands south towards the border with the Miskito Kingdom. Xaman expands 25 km south.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands 1500 sq km moving north but mostly to the south. Hamnoradet (Portland) experiences a shipping boom along with Nya Danmark's capital, Vikstig(Halifax). Eriksmark expands 500 sq km along the Bukten Erik.''' The penal settlements in the Caribbean remain in limbo so Scandinavia offers at least one island to another country (Russia, Venice, Brandenburg, Portugal, etc. Remember, they're penal settlements so there's a lot of angry Kappelists:). '''Nya Sverige's Representanhuset moves to abolish Nya Sverige's proprietary extension and to incorporate it into the colony. This angers the Nya Skandinavia (New Scandinavian) company, which claims that the government favors the Saalskap Av Bukten Erik company because it is more prosperous given the fur trade and all. Nonetheless, the Nya Skandinavian company begins to scout other places to operate. The Prince of Finland accepts Bavaria's offer.]

**				Brandenburg would like an island. (I'll just kill them all, send more Kappelists there, kill them all, etc.)

**				Scandinavia hands over the island of Jamaica to its long-time ally Brandenburg. The settlements are along the southern and eastern coast; they contain Slesvig-ian Kappelists, some that were involved in the killing of the princes of Norway, Finland, and Denmark some 15 years ago. Some Scandinavians move to the penal settlement in Eastern Hispaniola.

*		Saxony: The enduring peace is proving tiresome for the Elector, and he takes his army out on manoeuvres across Saxony, Anhalt, and the Archbishopric. The Constables use the opportunity to fine tune the organisation and discipline of the army. After returning to Dresden, the Elector commissions a great equestrian statue of himself, for the main city square. The wife of heir Rupprecht gives birth to another son, named Alexander.

*		Anhalt: The heir to the princely throne, Ernest-August, implores the royal families of Europe for a wife. If he does not father a son, his line will become extinct, and the Anhaltese throne will have to pass to a member of the Ernestine line. The army takes part in the Saxon maneuvers.

**				Portugal will/would offer Maria, 21 years old, and, Ernest August's cousin.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The Archbishop's court composer has been busy writing a prolific number of religious and secular works. The artists too have been working hard to churn out paintings and sculptures. All in all, the episcopal palace is turning into one of the most fashionable in Western Germany. The episcopal army also takes part in the joint Wettin maneuvers.

*		Venice continues to build more land for its capital. Thousands of workers pile up stones and sand to create new islands. Major construction also occurs in the colonies. Nuovo Treviso and Nuovo Venexia expand by 1000 sq km while the outpost in Nicaragua is expanded as an official colony by the name of Nuovo Firenze by 2000 sq km.

*		Rajputana repairs damage done by the earthquake and aid is offered to the more hard hit areas in the Caliphate. The militay is expanded and a debate begins among the members of the Rajput council on whether or not to support the radicals that are now gaining momentum in the Delhi Sultanate.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia are rocked by the recent assassination of the King, Wilhelm Albrecht on November 5th, several other high level, moderate Catholic and Kappelist leaders are also found dead. Word reaches the Order of the assassination of the Emperor of the HRE (word is it has been done, but reports are sketchy at best). The Order begins movement of pro-Catholic Zealots in hope of bringing the "cleansing" to Bavaria. The Order is hit with a major setback as the Reichstag orders a through inestigation, a Kappelist by the name of Johan Shmidt is spearheading the probe. There is much fear that without the moderate King, a radical, from either side, could assume power. To combat this the Riechstag temporarily seizes control of the government and will choose by vote the next King. Anti-Catholic resentment grows when the probe reveals it was a radical Catholic who killed the King, although his whereabouts are currently unknown. On a positive note, upcoming musician Ludwig Grosse consposes a wonderful classical melody called Die Schon Nacht (The Beautiful Night) and it become a runaway success if Bavaria and her close allies of Milan and Genoa, as well as gaining a substantial following in Switzerland.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria continues settling the Christian Crimeans, Slavs and Circassians in areas with Christian dukes, especially those Arab-speakers in the western coast of the Euphrates. The economy continues to be grown.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt expands its colony in Sulawesi by 50 square kilometres, sending several of the Orthodox Christians there; many others stay, especially in the southern parts of Egypt, almost into Nubia. Troops are also sent over.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine expands its new colonies in New Mecca by 1000 sq km (Wahe Bari by 400, the River of Hashem by 400 and Bidyt Remenkemi by 200). The Province also improves its economy in order to cooperate with Syria.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz continues planning secession.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen's Emir continues losing over to Ibrahim bin Hussein, with him seizing several major cities this year.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hadramaut's anti-Muhammadid Emir surrenders to Yazid bin Hussein, who soon sends economic aid to those on the Indian provinces.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia expands by 2000 square kilometres eastwards.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy as it recovers from the tsunami which struck this year. The expedition to Atlantia travels along the eastern seaboard of Atlantia visiting more of the Portuguese colonies before reaching the Castile colony in OTL Trinidad.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its economy as the province recovers from the Bedouin rebellion.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its economy as the province recovers from the tsunami. Troops are sent to Yemen to help impose Caliph Muhammad's authority and rule.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as it rebuilds itself following the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy as order slowly returns back to the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military and continues to attack Bharat to try to oust General Ranchood.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military, as they lead the charge against General Ranchood's forces.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military as the campaign against General Ranchood continues, and General Ranchood is defeated by the army led by Caliph Muhammad. Caliph Muhammad appoints new governors to rule the province alongside the Bahmani royal family to ensure the province doesn't rebel away again and to over see the rebuilding of the province.

*		With great pleasure, Muscovy declares war on the Caliphate splinter of Abdurahimliyye, under claims of 'rebelling and causing unrest in the area' and 'to support the Caliphate'.

*		Poland expands Aukso Zeme. And the Navy. And the Military.

*		Novgorod expands 1000 km farther into Samoyed lands. And expands the American colony by 500 km.

*		Milan: The Swiss rebels start the uprising, the Catholic troops are ambushed in the whole country, Kappelists start fighting Catholics. The Milanese army is moved to Switzerland with the pretension of "pacify" and "order" the Confederacy. The Milanese troops join the Swiss rebels and put down the Catholic forces.

*		Genoa: The Cuban colony (New Genoa) and the African one (Spinetta) continue expanding and thriving, more colonists move to both places and the trade with other colonies succeeds.

*		Abdurahimliyye impresses Russian sailors to attack Poland and the Caliphate, which the Caliphate easily repels.

1555
''' On the horn of Africa, two states appear, Warsangali, centered in the city of Raasqorey, and Ajuuraan, centered on Mareeg. '''

''' The Chimu reassert their independence from the Incans. The Empire is partitioned between the two nations. '''

''' The Sultanate of Malacca invades and defeats Aru and annexes it into the Sultanate of Malacca. The League of Sumatra falls apart as a result of this war as the other states in Sumatra split over who to support. Malacca, Pasai and Minangkabau form the Sumatran Triple Alliance to replace the League of Sumatra and in response, Sunda and Palembang join together to form the Sultanate of Sundabang, who then forces Jambi to become a vassal of the Sundabang. '''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues preparing. The Mononobe and Rokkaku clans continue fighting against the Ashina clan but runs into another stalemate. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 300 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 300 km.

*		Portugal builds up some infrastructure on the southern part of the country. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 1050 sq km, and São Vicente expands 350 sq km along a river apparently called Tietê by the natives. In Antília, Santo Amaro expands 800 sq km north. Meanwhile, another child is born to Catherine and Dinis, and is named Catarina.

*		Cyprus expands both Nea Larnaka and Nea Lefkosia by 500 sq km. The Queen dies and the throne is given to Princess Eleftheria and her husband.

*		Ethiopia decides that the time to finish off Adal is now, and sends a force of 40,000 warriors to end the sultanate that has caused so much anger and hatred in Ethiopia. The Emperor seeks to attend to the matter himself, and accompanies his troops to the battle.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen's Emir is finished off by Ibrahim bin Hussein. Although Ibrahim's rule is at most shaky, he soon sends aid to Adal, the nation that several Emirs had been aiding for such a long time. It also asks all other Caliphal Provinces to do the same.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia soon follows suit with Yemen and sends military aid to the Adalese nation. The army is also mobilised in preparation for a possible full-blown war against Ethiopia.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt also sends its troops to aid Adal, as well as expanding its colony in Sulawesi by 50 square kilometres. Relations are established with Warsangali and Ajuuraan, although the war in Adal doesn't permit more troops to be sent.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hadramaut's Emir sends troops to aid his brother's cause against the Ethiopians.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine expands its colonies on the Horn of Africa by 400 sq km in New Mecca, 400 sq km in Wahe Bari and 200 sq km in Bidyt Remenkemi. The economy is also improved in hopes of cooperating with Syria.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria's Emir, despite his cousins' war, declares neutrality on the Adalese issue and instead continues to improve its ports in Beirut, Tyre and Tripoli, while the Latakia port is deemed large enough. The Christians continue to be settled in the nation.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tripoli expands its economy.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hijaz continues plotting for independence, noticing this isn't a good time as Caliph Muhammad is soon to be returning from Deccan.

*		'''You know what, bump this. I'm not dealing with an implausibly massive hyperpower. ~Viva'''

*		China expands its military. Meanwhile, explorers discover the Incan civilization during a mapping expedition. Relations with Dai Vet continue to improve.

*		Burgundy: The Duchy is now recovered to some extent from the loss, and as of now, Charles a third son, is born from the marriage between Joana and Francesco and the claims from land to France continue and the expansion towards Munster begins, while the expansion of the colonies continues 250 sq km in Neu Zeeland, 750 sq km westwards in Neu Antwerp, 1000 sq km in Brasilea, lefevrists continue expanding in the Duchy.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km. The Manchurians expand their New Harbin colony by 100 sq km.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands by 1000 sq km to the south and north, including Smalnar. Eriksmark expands by 500 sq km. Nye Norge expands 500 sq km north and west. Penal settlements have finally reached a status: They are handed over to the Nya Skandinavians company, as a way of compensating last year's losses to the Saalskap av Bukten Erik company. Scandinavia does not plan another colony. Queen Victoria asks the HRE if the November 5th plot is occurring this year on a state visit to Karolin in January.

*		Saxony: The army is improved, and all is generally happy in the realm.

*		Anhalt: Accepting the kind Portuguese offer of last year, Prince Ernest-Augustus marries the Portuguese princess, and she soon gives birth to a son, named Luitpold, ensuring the continuation of the Anhalt line of the House of Wettin. The army is improved.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The arts continue to flourish in the episcopal court, and the army is improved.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy as it recovers from the tsunami which struck last year. Oman also joins the calls for a full invasion of Ethiopia to protect Adal and to destroy the annoying thorn by the Caliphate's southern borders. Colonists in the Comchellak colony also call for the war as ships are prepared to go take over the nearby Ethiopian colony in Madagascar. The expedition to Atlantia goes throughout the Caribbean visiting the islands, mapping them and trading with the English colonists. The fleet then leaves the English colony to sail across the Atlantic to return back to Europe and to spread the information learned to the Caliph's government, merchants and scholars.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military after a general extremely loyal to Caliph Muhammad learns of Hijzaz's plot for independence and he sets about building an army to destroy the conspirators' forces.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as Shaybahan ships return home from India to be repaired before being sent out to protect Adal.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military as it rebuilds itself following the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military as troops return home from India to a hero's welcome.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy to help Gujarat in rebuilding Deccan.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its economy as they help the new pro-Muhammad government rebuild Deccan.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its economy as the province recovers from the rule of General Ranchood and the war. Many Deccanese peasents are annoyed about the greater control being imposed by Mecca over Deccan but most just accept it and move on upon realizing it is appropriate considering General Ranchood's rebellion.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. Extremist Muslims continue to hold some sway but this dies down as the province is now almost entirely Muslim after all the Christians were killed or migrated.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to fight the army of Abdurahim ibn Anas, as Abdurahimliyye is put under siege with Russian help.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military to fight the army of Abdurahim ibn Anas, as Abdurahimliyye is put under siege with Russian help. This second extremist rebellion looks to be defeated soon.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. The government meets with the group of rich Georgians and agree with their plan and begin organizing the migration to the new world and the establishment of the new Georgian state.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military as the province leads efforts to establish the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and helps rebuild Afghanistan and affirming the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy to help the province pay of the debt accumulated by the province after fighting in all of these wars to help Caliph Muhammad. Most of the debt is paid off by the Imperial treasury of the Caliphate though as Caliph Muhammad recognizes the hard work of the Persians to help him establish control. Ahmedali, after making enough money, makes a new version of the Karakhait which can play every note in European music. He uses a system of alternating between red notes and blue notes. He also includes some quarter tones which are green, but that isn't consistent.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the New World.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate as well as being a creditor to help indebted provinces pay off their civil war debts.

*		Caliph Muhammad leads his army back home from India, marching through Balochistan and Persia to meet his people and praise their hard work for fighting for him. This encourages many men who see him and to be enthralled by his charisma and they join the Caliph's personal army which now numbers around a million men. His army reaches the capital of East Qoyunlu by years end, with an even larger army than the one he recaptured Deccan with, thanks to his charismatic ability to get more troops joining him. He meets with senior members of the Qoyunlu clan to discuss the Caliphate's present threats from Ethiopia who risks destabilizing the Caliphate's southern borders.

*		Venice expands the colony of Nuovo Firenze by 2000 sq km while, Nuovo Treviso and Nuovo Venexia expand by 1000 sq km each. The Doge realizing that no outposts or colonies have been created for a while, orders a small fleet to sail to the south of Asia and establish a permanent outpost in the Indonesian archipelago. The Venetian economy is bolstered by this news.

*		Through Caliphate controlled trade routes?

*		The Mayan Empire expands south into claimed territory. Xaman expands 50 north. Troops are moved into the southern part of the Empire, while diplomats reach out to the newly formed Miskito Kingdom. The Miskito Kingdom is offered a non-aggression pact.

*		Milan: the troops move to Switzerland and support the rebels, the war continue, Swiss and Milanese troops fight together to destroy the Swiss Catholic government. Do I need and algorithm for the war between Milan and the Swiss rebels against the Swiss Catholics?

*		 G allura: The army joins the Milanese troops to defeat the Swiss Catholics.

*		Genoa: The colonies in the New World continue expanding, troops, slaves and colonists are move to inhabit both colonies, different vegetables and fruits reach Genoa and are sold in the European market.

1556
''' An catastrophic earthquake happens in Shaanxi, China, also affecting the surrounding areas, causing widespread devastation on the area and great loss of life. '''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues preparing and will launch an invasion of the Ōtomo clan next year. The Mononobe and Rokkaku clans continue fighting against the Ashina clan and the stalemate continues. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 300 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 300 km.

*		Portugal's economic situation improves. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 950 sq km west along the Maranhão river, and São Vicente expands 550 sq km along the Tietê. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 400 sq km north, and Santo Amaro expands 100 sq km north. Meanwhile, Loanda expands 200 sq km.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km. The Manchurians expand their New Harbin colony by 100 sq km.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and infrastructure. The Neu Berlin colony expands by the 1000 sq km.

*		Important HRE News: The radical Catholic group, the Fist of God, succeeds in killing the Holy Roman Emperor as well as the King of Bavaria and Thuringia and the Grand Duke of Luxembourg. The blame is pinned on the KAPPELISTS!

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 500 sq km and Nea Larnaka by 500 sq km.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands by 1000 sq km to the north this year and a group of 500 people move north into a large island which they establish as a Nya Danmarkan possession. Eriksmark expands by 500 sq km. Nye Norge expands 500 sq km north and west. Scandinavia's funding of Granadan, Bosnian, and Serbian rebels continue. Venice is asked if the time to execute is now. Small 20 ft statues of King Erik are finally erected in Copenhagen, Oslo, Turku, and Helsinki. Britta Klingenberg receives continent-wide fame for her work on the statues and is commisioned by many countries to do similar work. Bjorn Nyborg continues his paintings. The Queen has yet to speak to the Riksdag regarding the HRE events, seeing as how she's been in Germany for most of the year.

**				Let's do it!

*		Burgundy: Expansion into Munster continues, and Gueldres is finally annexed,into the duchy, and Duke Francesco and his wife Joana, Proclaim the Kingdom of Burgundy as a part of the empire, while the Kappelists continue to Spread inside the duchy. The Lefevrists become way much more popular as well as the Orthodox, and the Patriarch of Burgundy Joannes I dies of an unknown Illness, And the Next Patriarch is chosen: a Wallonian Citizen and Priest of the Orthodox Roman Catholicism, called John of Antwerp. He gains the title of Joannes II among the Orthodox and named the Patriarch. While this, news of death of several Kappelists under hands of he who calls himself the "Hand of God" the Colonies expand Neu Antwerp expands Westward into OTL Choco 750 sq km and Neu Zeeland 250 sq km finally ends the Expansion into the island, while Brasilea expands 1000 sq km into

**				Munster is a sovereign state, you can't just expand into them without a war!

**				in fact in the map is shown as in civil disarray, and nations without this can expand into nations in civil disarray, thats what im doing 

*		Saxony: The Elector, Otto, is outraged at the assassination of the Emperor and the Bavarian King by Kappelist anarchists! His Electoral Majesty calls for tough measures on all radical Kappelists and a new HRE election. HEM offers help to Bavaria if needed. The army is put on wartime footing, and a large detachment goes to the border with Altmark.

*		Anhalt: Prince Leopold, also angered by the recent assasinations, sends his army to the Western border. He too calls for a new emperor, and death to all radical Kappelists. He gives consent for the Church to establish an inquisition to find radicals in Anhalt.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: His Grace, the Archbishop, is incensed by the murders of three Catholic sovereigns, including the Holy Roman Emperor himself! He immediately mobilises the episcopal armyand sends it to the borders. The treasures of the cathedrals and churches are hidden again, using the well thought out contingency plans.

*		Venice continues to remain neutral in the religious conflict. However, with the current events across Europe, the fortress at Gibraltar is informed to be prepared to block any and every ship belonging to nations opposing Venice. The fortress is also strengthened greatly. Nuovo Treviso expands west by 1000 sq km and Nuovo Venexia expands by 1000 sq km in Florida. Nuovo Firenze expands by 1800 sq km southward and around Lake Nicaragua. Finally a new colony is established in West Papua, it is named Nuovo Brescia and it is 200 sq km large.

**				'''I want to know the route you are taking, if it's around the African horn, and through the Indian Sea, I'm not sure how you do this. But if you use a different route, then may I know which one it is?'''

**				'''That is the only route the Venetians know of. We have not rounded Terra del Fuego yet.'''

*		​Caliph Muhammad interevenes in the war of Ethiopia on Adal, his ally. Troops from: Hijaz, Yemen, Hadramut, Oman, Shaybah, Nejd, Egypt, East Qoyunlu, West Qoyunlu, Persia, Tripolitania, Syria, Palestine, Algeria, Iraq are sent to help, with Yemen taking the lead. Meanwhile, Muhammad consolidates the rest of his forces in East Qoyunlu. At years end, when Caliphate troops do arrive, they easily beat the Ethiopians in every battle.

*		Granada sends emisaries to Castille to show sign of peace. Work is done on the navy.

*		Rajputana expandes the military focusing on border fortifications. Many people convert to Sikhism and some of the northern Hukumatas begin to fund the Hindu groups in the Delhi Sultanate without council permission.

*		Milan: The troops continue supporting the swiss rebels with weapons, training and supplies. The defensive infraestructure of the Duchy is improved, many Swiss mercenaries are move to their own country to support the kappelists.

*		Genoa: Both colonies continue growing up, more colonists are send and more products came back. The navy is improved.

*		The Mayan Empire continues expanding south. Xaman expands 50 km south.

*		With Abdurahimlyye annexed to Russia (after they impressed Russian Soldiers), Muscovy settles back to peace, developing the navy for trade reasons.

*		Poland expands Aukso Zeme, as well as the economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military to join in with the invasion of Ethiopia to protect Adal. Omani colonists in the Comchellak colony also join the war by attacking the nearby Ethiopian colony in Madagascar.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military after a general extremely loyal to Caliph Muhammad continues his efforts to twart Hijzaz's plot for independence.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as Shaybahan ships are sent out to protect Adal.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as it rebuilds itself following the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy to recover from the civil war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy to help Gujarat in rebuilding Deccan.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its economy as they help the new pro-Muhammad government rebuild Deccan.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its economy as the province recovers from the rule of General Ranchood and the war, with most of the cities, roads and government institutions now repaired.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. Extremist Muslims continue to hold some sway but this dies down as the province is now almost entirely Muslim after all the Christians were killed or migrated.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to fight the army of Abdurahim ibn Anas, as Abdurahimliyye is put under siege with Russian help.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military to fight the army of Abdurahim ibn Anas, as Abdurahimliyye is put under siege with Russian help. This second extremist rebellion looks to be defeated soon.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. The government meets with the group of rich Georgians and agree with their plan and begin organizing the migration to the new world and the establishment of the new Georgian state.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military as the province leads efforts to establish the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and helps rebuild Afghanistan and affirming the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy to help the province pay of the debt accumulated by the province after fighting in all of these wars to help Caliph Muhammad. Most of the debt is paid off by the Imperial treasury of the Caliphate though as Caliph Muhammad recognizes the hard work of the Persians to help him establish control. Ahmedali, after making enough money, makes a new version of the Karakhait which can play every note in European music. He uses a system of alternating between red notes and blue notes. He also includes some quarter tones which are green, but that isn't consistent.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the New World.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate as well as being a creditor to help indebted provinces pay off their civil war debts.

1557
''' The Christian Georgians officially establish the Kingdom of New Georgia in OTL Newfoundland Island. They lead a mass exodus of the Christians to their new homeland. The Island of Tsminda Giorgi (OTL Newfoundland) is quickly settled by the Christian refugees. The New Georgians create settlements on the coast of Bagratsakh (OTL Labrador). '''

'''Just a reminder, Scandinavia has a colony in that area. So... Please change it:)'''

'''I'm not going to change it. Your colony is in the mainland portion of Nova Scotia, and has plenty of space to expand into New Brunswich and Maine. Let the Georgian Christian refugees have PEI and Cape Breton. This town is big enough for the two of you. "In the area" doesn't mean that you get to kick the Georgians out. New Georgia could be a valuable regional ally if you allow them to stay.'''

'''The colony has grown to occupy Nova Scotia and Cape Breton island, the colony has been there for more than 50 years. If they are in PEI then its fine.'''

'''Let's have a deal on where the eastern border for New Georgia will lie. How about we roughly split New Brunswick in half and the southeast half goes to Scandinavia and the northwest half goes to New Georgia. You still have plenty of territory east of that line to expand into.'''

'''As long as they don't expand into the mainland anymore that is fine. Unless that nation of colonists wants to invoke the wrath of Russia and Scandinavia.'''

'''Actually, why don't they settle in Newfoundland? Nobody is there and they can expand throughout the island. Because let's face it all those settlements at once sound rather sketchy...'''

Now the New Georgians have most of the previously unclaimed portions of Newfoundland and a few small settlements in Labrador.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi declares war against the Ōtomo clan. The Mononobe and Rokkaku clans continue fighting against the Ashina clan and soon both Mononobe and Rokkaku clans begin making advancements again. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Portugal builds up its military. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 850 sq km along the Maranhão, Tremembé expands 400 sq km west along the coast, and São Vicente expands 250 sq km along the Tietê. Meanwhile, a settlement called Santo Amaro is founded inland on Bahia. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 200 sq km north, and Santo Amaro also expands 300 sq km to the north, while Loanda expands 200 sq km. Meanwhile, the Duke of Beja, Afonso, dies, and is suceeded by his son Fernando. Meanwhile, the counties of Cadaval and Lara are created on this same year, and given to Afonso Álvares de Castro and Afonso Pires de Lara, who were up to then, lords of those localities, respectively.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km. The Manchurians expand their New Harbin colony southwards by 100 sq km.

*		Cyprus expands its Nea Lefkosia colony by 500 sq km and its Nea Larnaka colony by 500 sq km.

*		Saxony: The army remains on the border with Altmark, as the Elector thinks war is on the near horizon. A small detachment is sent to the Bohemian border, just in case. The Army Inspector inspects the armies in their positions, and makes improvements and adjustments. The Electoral family relocates from Wittenburg to Dresden, as it is much easier to defend. The harvest is brought in, and the surplis tops up the military's wheat and oat silos.

*		Anhalt: The Prince sends some engineers and builders to make final improvements to the border fortifications. The army masses on the Western border, and the Landwehr is mobilized to defend the homeland. The princely family tours the country, giving speeches of encouragement to the people.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The Archbishop inspects his army on the Altmarkish border. He and his subordinate clergymen preach how evil Kappelism is, and how God truly wishes for Catholicism to win.

*		The Mayan Empire expands south, fully annexing the territory agreed to with the Miskito Kingdom. The settlement of Xaman expands south 100 km.

*		Brandenburg continues to expand its military and infrastructure. A massive outcry amongst the public rises against radical Kappelism. We want a new Emperor who will do something, perhaps declare war. We mass near Mecklenburg and the royals flee Berlin. Meanwhile, Neu Berlin expands 1500 sq km.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands by 1000 sq km to the north this year more people move north into. Eriksmark expands by 500 sq km. Nye Norge expands 500 sq km north and west. Scandinavia's funding of Granadan, Bosnian, and Serbian rebels continue, with the execution of the plan beginning with Venice's greenlight. The military is sent to occupy Kappelist areas of Slesvig including the outskirts of Lubeck where their activity has turned into acts of treason against the Crown. The government contacts Brandenburg or whoever is in power after the November 5th plot and asks if an attack on Mecklenburg is needed.

**				Brandenburg states that we shall accept aid (S or M in the algorithm) in the near future (but we wish to retain all land).

*		The Venetian Doge dies of old age at the start of the year. A new Doge from Florence, Eugene Machiavelli, is appointed. The young, energetic Doge decides that it is about time Venice expands her European holdings and authorizes the start of the Scandinavian-Venetian plan to knock Naples down a few notches. The Doge sents agents to ignite full-scale revolts across Bosnia, Serbia and Granada and while the overextended Neapolitan army is distracted, the Venetian navy lands troops in Messina and Bari. The Doge requests military access through the Papal States and asks for the French, Byzantines and Bavarians to help. The Papal States are also offered territory in Northern Naples should they join the war.

*		'''I will not be available for the next week. Scraw may post on my behalf, providing he does not ruin my nation. I apologize for the inconvience- andr3w777'''

*		Tibet: An official military is created for Lanna. Tibet and its other vassals focus on economic development, except the Wacheng exclave, where the navy continues to be built up. Sayon Tsu-Heu, the Third Dalai Lama, who turns ten this year, is finally sent to Tibet's national school after controversies. Work is also done on improving Lanna's infrastructure and trade connections to the other vassals. New monasteries are built in Lanna, and also in Bhutan.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military as the remaining Christians migrate to the new world, under the protection of Georgians.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. The remaining Georgian Christians move to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military as the province leads efforts to establish the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and helps rebuild Afghanistan and affirming the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy to help the province pay of the debt accumulated by the province after fighting in all of these wars to help Caliph Muhammad. Most of the debt is paid off by the Imperial treasury of the Caliphate though as Caliph Muhammad recognizes the hard work of the Persians to help him establish control.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate. Ahmedali, after his successful tour in Iraq makes his first visit to Africa, touring around the continent.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the New World.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate as well as being a creditor to help indebted provinces pay off their civil war debts.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen continues waging its war on Ethiopia for Adal while Emir Ibrahim continues strengthening his and Caliph Muhammad's rule in the north, predominantly Abuid.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hadramaut also sends troops to Adal while Emir Yazid also continues battling the Abuids andn Bedouins.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hijaz, although upset over Caliph Muhammad, continues to supply the Adalese, while the Emir continues planning secession.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine also continues to supply the Adalese despite their annoyance over a war. The Emir also expands his colonies in New Mecca by 500 sq km this year (250 in the River of Hashem, 200 in Wahe Bari and 50 in Bidyt Remenkemi).

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria's Emir Sim'an, although heavily against a war with Ethiopia, continues following the Caliph's order, knowing this is not the time to fight against his Caliph (and relative).

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt, somewhat annoyed by the war, also continues supplying the Adalese, while the colony of New Alexandria is expanded by 50 sq km.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia sends help to the Adalese.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military to allow Oman to attack Ethiopia itself and the Ethiopian colony in Madagascar.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military to attack Ethiopia and to be ready to stop Hijzaz declaring independence.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as Shaybahan ships are sent out to protect Adal.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as it rebuilds itself following the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy to recover from the civil war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military to help attack Ethiopia.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its economy as they help the new pro-Muhammad government rebuild Deccan.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its economy as the province recovers from the civil war.

*		Burgundy:the Claim of Eastern France up to Burgundy nevertheless it, this is not given further importance and the colonization of Atlantis continues and with the finalization of Neu Zeeland Colonization a Captaincy is Set in Venezuela and Expands 500 sq km (OTL Falcon, Venezuela). While this, Neu Antwerp Expanded 1500 sq km into the West and Brasilea its Expanded 1000 sq KM into the west as well and a captaincy is set near the other side of the Castilian colony and Expands 500 sq km. While this, Burgundian ships begin like the Venetians to travel into the Eastern Asia to Begin trading Relations with Nations of there, reaching firstly the Chinese coast it shortly after wards reach the Nipponese nation (It should be plausible, after all, the Spanish reached the Philippines in 1500). Trading relations ships are asked for them. While this, Scandinavia and Venice are given that if in the war we get the colonial rights of Neapolitan Panama, we will join your war. While this, the duke begin the construction of the Wall of Eridanus in Neu Bruges in the Mouth of the Eridanus River and in Burgundy the Palace of Charlesopolis. Expansion into Munster continues.

*		Munster is a sovereign state, you can't just expand into them without a war!

*		In fact, in the map is shown as in civil disarray, and nations without this can expand into nations in civil disarray, that's what I'm doing 

*		The Caliphate, which has won every battle, declares that the war will end by the next year, and trains Ethiopian Muslims to become Palace Gaurds for the new government that will be in place. 10,000 are recruited.

1558
''' The Miami people founds a kingdom in OTL Northern Indiana, The settled Native Antillians begin importing tools from the European settlers, accelerating their progress towards civilization. '''

''' The Kingdom of New Georgia expands in all directions as more Georgian expatriate settlers arrive in the new world to begin a new life in New Georgia. '''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues war against the Ōtomo clan. The Mononobe and Rokkaku clans continue fighting against the Ashina clan, though soon by the eight month the war ends with no gains. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km. The Satomi clan also establishes trading relations with the Burgundy from last year.

*		The Caliphate annexes Ethiopia, putting the Negus's nephew, who changes his name to Abdulkarim, is put in power. The Muslims troops trained in Ethiopia become the Palace Guards, serving two purposes. The first, is to protect the king, as their name implies, and their second duty is to preserve the Islamicity in the Ethiopian government, ensuring the young Sultan does not revert to Christianity. Abdulkarim is given a full Islamic education.

*		Papal States: The Pope passes away this year, and a new, much younger Pope, Pope Sabinian II, is elected. He was born in Venice and has a great deal of respect for the Venetian Doge, believes wholeheartedly that the Italian League is putting a strain on the Papal economy, and believes that Naples is growing far too powerful. However, in order to preserve the dignity of the States in a time of political conflict between the Catholics and the heretics, the Pope cannot join the war unless the Pope can find evidence that Naples is somehow aiding the heretics. He sends a letter to the Venetian doge (somewhat secretly) that he will send his priests to investigate the major cities of Naples to detect any major heretic holdings. If this is the case, he will declare war on the nation in order to gain these heretic holdings, liberate them and convert them, ensuring . Meanwhile, the colony on the catches the attention of many noble Romans, who believe that the colony could help boost the Papal economy, and thus gain profits to grow the armies and navies. Many pure Catholic Romans are sent to the colony to continue conversion efforts.

**				Burgundy: We ask you to deal the French and Burgundian dispute over the lands between dijon and the northern provinces currenty under French power, promised by them to Burgundy if we aided them in the reconquest war

**				The Doge thanks the Pope and shows Naple's unwillingness to deal with the Kappelists harshly as proof they are sympathetic to the heresy

*		Portugal continues to build up its military. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 800 sq km along the Maranhão, and Nhoesembé expands 600 sq km south. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 600 sq km to the north, while Loanda expands 200 sq km. Meanwhile, Catherine gives birth to twins, which are named Pedro and Urraca, respectively. Meanwhile, their daughter Catarina dies.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 500 sq km and Nea Larnaka by 500  sq km. Cyprus also improves infrastructure and expands its army and navy.

*		Venice blockades Gibraltar to all Neapolitian shipping. The army and navy deliver crushing defeats and prevent the Neapolitians from mustering a force to properly defend their homeland. Sardinia and Sicily are conquered and the Siege of Malta continues. Troops march north towards Naples itself after delivering a defeat to the southern garrisons. Scandinavia and/or Burgundy is asked to attack Savoy with the possibility of gaining the Frenchier portions. Nuovo Venexia, Nuovo Treviso and Nuovo Firenze all expand by 1300 sq km each. Nuovo Brescia expands by 100 sq km.

*		Saxony The army remains on the border and the Elector continues to call for a new emperor.

*		Anhalt The princely army goes on manoeuvres on the western border as a show of strength to the kappelists. The prince puts his voice behind calls for a new emperor.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg His Grace the archbishop calls on the Catholic leaders of Europe to destroy the heretics. The episcopal army is improved. His Grace refuses to recognise the annexation and Islamificarion of Ethiopia, a proud Christian nation.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military and following victory against Ethiopia Oman annex the Ethiopian colony in Madagascar into the Omani Comchellak colony. The expedition to Atlantia returns back to the Caliphate this year, after finally reaching Egypt where all of the information learned from the expedition is spread about to the Caliph's government, merchants and scholars.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military to stop another small Bedouin rebellion in the north of the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as Shaybahan ships are sent out to protect Adal and reform the Adal Sultanate to bring the new Ethiopian and Adalese provinces into the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy as it rebuilds itself following the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy to recover from the civil war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy as the Indian spice trade increases as new plants from the new world come into Koli.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its economy as they help the new pro-Muhammad government rebuild Deccan.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its economy as the province recovers from the civil war.

*		The Mayan Empire expands north again, trying to conquer more Zapotec territory. Xaman expands 200 km south.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands by 1000 sq km to the south this year with Georgian settlements being noticed. More people move north into Eriksmark expands by 500 sq km. Nye Norge expands 500 sq km north and west. Occupation of Slesvig continues as the Kappelists are hunted down for treason. Military aid is sent to Venice in accordance with the plan and coalition troops begin to assault the Savoyard mainland with detachments of both superior navies blockading the coast. Venetian and Scandinavian troops land in Sicily. Meanwhile in the Legion of Doom(but really the new world), Nya Danmarkans watch the New Georgians carefully.

*		Milan: Switzerland Kappelists are annexed to the Duchy, the army is improved and some troops are brought to the border with Savoy. The Swiss Catholics are still fighting and the Kappelists continue fighting them.

*		Genoa: the colonies grow, Genoa stop trade with Naples and continue improving the navy,

*		Gallura: the Milanese influence start to grow in Salucces, as the locals grow worried about Naples falling and are looking for another power to protect them. The army is improved.

*		Burgundy: the King Francesco continues asking the French and now the pope to cede the lands promised to Burgundy, as it has been continuously claimed by the Kingdom ever since the Conflict in France ended. While this, the Expansion on Munster continues as the Army manages to seize territories from the Kappelist government. While this, the Patriarch of the Orthodox Catholics Joannes II declares that Kappelist in the Canarian islands and Brasilea are not welcomed and the Orthodox Populations in this begin Expelling or Killing the remaining Kappelists who not flee. While this, further influx arrives at Neu Antwerp expanding the colony 1500 Sq km westwards and 500 sq km westwards in the Venezuelan Captaincy and in Brasilea 1500 sq km westwards and in the Captaincy of Amazon 500 sq km westwards, a new group of Orthodox Form calling themselves the Sword of God, killing High profile Kappelists in the duchy as retribution to the killing of the Patriarch Dionisius I

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military as the remaining Christians migrate to the new world, under the protection of Georgians.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. The remaining Georgian Christians move to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military as the province leads efforts to establish the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and helps rebuild Afghanistan and affirming the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate. Ahmedali, after his successful tour in Iraq continues his first visit to Africa, touring around the continent.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the New World.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate as well as being a creditor to help indebted provinces pay off their civil war debts.

*		Muscovy develops the military and navy. Daniel III manages to outlaw the Right Hand. However, it still has large and worrying amounts of members.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km. The Manchurians expand their New Harbin colony southwards by 100 sq km.

1559
''' The prominent Coptic Christian community in Egypt decides to emulate the Georgians in leaving the Caliphate for the new world. They establish the Kingdom of Nea Gyptios in OTL Eastern Cuba. Syriac Christians establish the Kingdom of New Syria in the OTL Bahamas. Coptic and Syriac Christians living in the Caliphate's colonies leave for their respective sanctuaries to be free of oppressive Islamic rule. '''

I own most of the coast of Florida now...'''

Three nations have colonies in Cuba. I think that the Venetian expansion leaves area enough for those kingdoms to be established.'''

''' The Kingdom of England shatters after the last King dies childless. The former nation's territory is divided between the new Kingdoms of Northumbria, Wales, Cornwall, East Anglia, Wessex, Kent and Mercia, with the colony on the OTL Falkland islands joining Wessex, while the colony on OTL Senegal joins Mercia, and the colony on the OTL Caribe joins Wales. The English vassals of Calais and Lorraine declare their independence from England, though Calais immediately chooses to become a Burgundian vassal. A lord in Ireland declares the independence of the new Kingdom of Eire, and cements his rule by marrying an Irish noblewoman. '''

I'm very interested in "helping" the new nations... It will be on 1560's map. It was just luck that this event happened just before the map. I created this event because I've realized that Gal hasn't posted at all for pretty much the last century. And with no note explaining when he'd be back in the talkpage. It's long past the point of no return.'''

Better for me! (insert evil laugh here)'''

*		Portugal continues preparing its military, while Loanda expands 200 sq km, and in Antlia, São Tomé expands 600 sq km north, and in Brasil, São Vicente expands 600 sq km along the Tietê, Tremembé expands 200 sq km south along a river near the island of Upoanaçu, occupied by the Castillians, Pará expands 200 sq km along its borders in general, not advancing on the Maranhão, Paranaguá expands 300 sq km south, and Nhoesembé expands by 100 sq km on the settlement of Cricaré. Meanwhile, Dinis's daughter Urraca dies, before completing one year of age. Meanwhile, seeing that their allies Venice and Scandinavia are involved on a war with Naples, and seeing that this can be a good opportunity of recovering their former colony of Santa Maria, Portugal declares war on Naples. A detachment of the army is sent to Brasil, and arrives on São Vicente, from then, going to Rio Grande, being commanded by the capitão-donatário of Paraíba do Sul, Pero de Góis. This detachment arrives on Rio Grande later, and eventually get into conflict with a small Neapolitan force that try to capture the Monte Ovídio fortress. The Portuguese detachment inflicts a defeat on this Neapolitan force, and advances on to the nearest Neapolitan city in the area, but captures the city with virtually no fight. After that, the army moves on to the city of Santa Maria, after another detachment being left on the city to avoid any revolt, and another battle is fought there.Due to most of the Napolitan army on the area being concentrated there, the battle is more diffuicult than the previous one. The Portuguese win this battle, but Pero de Góis is mortally wounded, and eventually dies.Cristóvão da Gama, which was sent there along with the original detachment, then becomes the commander, and near the end of the year, he, along with a smaller part of this army, captures the Neapolitan establishment farther south on the coast.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues war against the Ōtomo clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Papal States: A priest, very close to the Pope, visits several Neapolitan cities near the Papal border, with several other clergymen. They soon return, and report to His Holiness of the numerous heretic villages that openly spread their beliefs to other neighborhoods without investigation or persecution from the Naples government. One even explains to the Pope what he had witnessed one night during their investigation, that many pure Catholics were being persecuted and forced into the heresy, and when the Catholics rebelled, a violent struggle began and many Catholic houses were burnt to the ground. The Pope becomes saddened that a seemingly pure Catholic nation would allows such injustices to happen to non-heretics, and declares war on the country. He explains to the Church that to declare war on Naples would mean the States would have a larger role in liberating the peoples from the heresy, and avoid the spreading of the heresy through its colonies. Defeating the Neapolitan Kappelist threat would mean that the Catholic governments would have an easier time defeating other Kappelist threats (such as Milan, but this is a secret). Meanwhile, colonialists in St. Peter continue their colonization and conversion efforts, and with the natives not having up-to-date weaponry, there is little revolts. More churches and schools are built, and expensive crops are sent back to the States in order to sell to other European nations and expand their economy.

**				Burgundy:we ask the papal states to deal with our conflict for land with the French kingdom

**				'''Yes, I don't believe I was able to post the years that the conflict took place. Could you post the situation on my talk page? Thanks. ChrisL123 (talk) 21:51, December 22, 2012 (UTC)'''

*		​Caliph Muhammad builds his forces in East Qoyunlu, recalling most troops that had been stationed in Anatolia. Many people join the army because of his enthusiasm, and in the matter of this year, the Caliphate troops increased by 17%. Caliph Muhammad also begins the process of equipping all of his troops with a musket, a costly decision, but has the weels of economy moving as many muskets are bought from foreign countries, and the artisans at home try to supply the army. By the end of the year, 1/3 of all his troops have muskets, previously being 1/5.

*		Rajputana expands the military focusing on creating better armor for the pattisainya spearmen, heavy cavalry, and war elephant corps. A great celebration is held in the Punjabi Hukumata after the Thakur of the region converts from Hinduism to Sikhism. Many on the council worry this new convert may disrupt the delicate balance between the two major religions of the nation. Money continues to be funneled to the hindu rebels in the Delhi from the Northern Hukumatas.

*		Cyprus continues to expand Nea Larnaka and Nea Lefkosia, both by 500 sq km. Cyprus also sends troops to fight against Naples in the Great Mediterranean War.

**				Burgundy: We ask an alliance with Cyprus and a Division of Northern Antilia to not to cross the Choosed borders or Territorial confliction in the future

*		Novgorod makes more strives to explore siberia. The Tsar Evgeni I officialy outlaws the Red Hand in Russia, as they are attacking men of all religons, and a cell has just attempted to bomb the royal residence. Another National Census is announced for next year. The Colony of Novorossiya expands by 1000 sq km. Later in the Year, the Nation falls into dispair as Tsar Evgeni I Zaytsev dies on Christmas Eve after going to the all-night vigil and the feast therafter, which some interpret as to say that he lived a holy life. Meanwhile, a mounring period is announced as Posadnik Alexandr Lavrov takes on Evgeni's responsibilites durring the short interregnum where the Muscovian Grand Prince Daniel III is nominated by Novgorod for the position of Tsar, he passes the nominatory commision and all Novgorodian delegates vote for Daniel in the Grand Counci. After Nationwide elections, the 40-year old Oleg Alexeich Borotsky is selected by the Novgorodian veche and approved by all others, making him the next Grand Prince of Novgorod (I'm setting up pretty much three families that usualy get the position of Grand Prince, the Borotsky, Zaytsev, and Boyasin families, with other people reigning as well, but mostly them).

*		Brandenburg continues to build up military and infrastructure. Meanwhile Neu Berlin expands 1500 sq km. We also send aid to the attackers of Naples. We send some troops to "stabilize" East Anglia and Wessex, but secretely we hope to form an Anglo-German Union.

*		Luxembourg sends supplies and men to Venice to aid against Naples. Meanwhile the army expands and takes in more men.

*		' ATTENTION HRE PLAYERS: ELECT LE EMPEROR NOW! '

*		Muscovy cracks down on the Red Hand as per the Tsar's instructions. The Army is used to flush out their members, gaining valuable experience in Urban warfare. The Grand Duke gratefully accepts the Novgrodian nomination.

*		Poland expands Aukso Zeme. Though the army is initially used to quell the Red Hand, widespread protests lead to the Red HAnd members being banished to Aukso Zeme. The military and navy develop.

*		The Apachien tribes unite under Warchief Ekta and start to carve their new nation from around the other tribes. Many Apache tribes begin to settle down and trying to irrigate the new crops with new Eurapean settlers.

**				How European settlers are going to reach your nation, especially if it is way inland on Antília/America?

**				'''They are Eurepean explorers who are bringing colonist with them. That is how they get there.'''

*		Milan: The Milanese troops move to south Savoy and Salucces to protect the locals from other groups, to the nobility of Savoy is offer to join Milan or be persecuted by the Coalition, the Duke tell the locals that the Coalition has judge them as heretics and they need protection. The Army is improved and more people are recruited, the Duke send ambassadors to all Kappelists states and join the Kappelist League.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km. The Manchurians expand their New Harbin colony southwards by 100 sq km.

*		Wettin Lands (Saxony, Ahalt, and Magdeburg. It's easier to do it like this on an iPad.) The Wettin armies remain on the borders of their Kappelist neighbours. Harvests remain strong, but productivity dropped slightly from last year. The three rulers throw their weight behind the Luxembourgish candidate for the emperor ship, and the armies are improved a bit.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military as the remaining Christians migrate to the new world, under the protection of Georgians.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy as it recovers from the war and destruction brought on by Caliph Sunnah ibn Anas's reign. The remaining Georgian Christians move to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military as the province leads efforts to establish the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu works on its military and helps rebuild Afghanistan and affirming the authority of Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate. Ahmedali, after his successful tour in Iraq continues his first visit to Africa, touring around the continent.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the New World.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate as well as being a creditor to help indebted provinces pay off their civil war debts.

*		Venice lands troops in Savoy and with Burgundian help manage to defeat the kingdom in a spectacular 6 month campaign and much to Milan's chargin, manage to outmanuver Milanese troops to seize and capture the major garrisons and cities. Meanwhile on the Peninsula, Venetian troops beseige Naples as Papal forces march south as back-up. Many citizen in both areas welcome the restoration of order within their territories after the threat of Kappelist attacks and raids from Milan and roming gangs within Naples. The Duke of Modena dies heirless so the Duchy is annexed in Venice. Nuovo Treviso expands by 1000 sq km while Nuovo Venexia expands by 2000 sq km, Nuovo Firenze by 800 sq km and Nuovo Padua by 200 sq km.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia reels after the assassination of the King, the Reichstag begins passing laws allowing the imprisonment and execution of Kappelist rebels. The UK is in disorder as the entire King's family was assassinated, with no clear sucession chain, the Reichstag has assumed authority in the Kings' place. A Chancellor is elected by the name of Herman Shwartz (secretly a Jew but publically Catholic), a very anti-Kappelist leader, who believes strongly in elemenating the opposition. Bavarian Bankgruppe re-establishes banks in the remains of the former state of England. Requests are sent to Scotland to open brnches in the Kingdom. The IMG begins to aid the Venetians in closing off Gilbraltar. Ala aid offered by Bavaria's Catholic allies are accepted. A massive investigation ensues in effort to determine just how could all of this happen. (I may not be on regularly due to the holidays, please keep this in mind, Scandinator or Scraw may post freely on my behalf.)

**				​Brandenburg offers supplies to the UK.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands by 1000 sq km to the south this year with Georgian settlements being noticed. More people move north into Eriksmark expands by 500 sq km. Nye Norge expands 500 sq km north and west. The occupation of Slesvig continues, with the military planning to withdraw next year. Scandinavian troops occupy Palermo while Venice marches east. In Savoy, Nice is occupied by the coalition. Afonso the Prince of Norway, has a child, her name is Karina.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt expands its colony of New Alexandria by 150 square kilometres. In the Alexandrian court, many protest the leaving of Copts, given the fact that "Egypt tolerates the Coptic Christians". Many Copts remain, although many leave for Nea Gyptios as well.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria also complains about the leaving of Syriac Christians, given the fact that there's almost an equality of conditions between Christians and Muslims. Although many leave, many also remain.

*		The Calipal Province of Palestine also complains about the leaving of Syriacs and tries to keep many, as Copts and Syriac Christians dominate the khedivate. Many remain but, again, many also leave.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia expands to the east by 2500 square kilometres.

*		The Mayan Empire continues expanding north, while Xaman expands 200 km to the south. The oligarchy is interested in the newly formed kingdoms on Ceatl (OTL Cuba, for those who don't know the Mayan name), and sends diplomats to request relations with them. Orthodoxy is expanding in the Empire, many people converting. The oligarchy begins an ambitious building project - creating roads throughout the Empire.

*		Burgundy: The Claim of French Lands between Dijon and the Northern Provinces Continues, as the Kingdom now in hope of the papal approval of the claim and its support to the Burgundian Cause, nevertheless the King  Francesco I wishes to gain the promised lands by France as soon as possible as it seems that with the Lack of a Stable Leadership, the HRE might not be capable of self sustaining without outside support and that the all the states might end up divided by rivalries without real reasons at all, and yet the Kappelists continue their attacks at other Religious Groups, the colonies expand Neu Antwerp expands 1500 sq km, Venezuela expands 500 sq km, Brasilea, 1500 sq km and the Amazonan 500 sq km

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military as the province has now recovered from the civil war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military as the province has now recovered from the civil war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy as the Indian spice trade increases as new plants from the new world come into Koli.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military as the province has now recovered from the civil war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military as the province has now recovered from the civil war.

1560
''' The English sucessor states that Brandenburg for their generous asistance in "stabilizing" the already stable former English lands. They, however, reject the possibility of any "Anglo-German Union" as most of the nations value their newly-gained sovreignty They have only just gained independence, and I think they want to stay independant. Don't stick your nose where it isn't wanted.'''

''' Khans Mamash Dīn Timurid and Godeng Dīn Timurid of the Timurid Empire start on a new massive military campaign as they seek to re-establish the Timurid Empire to its former glory. Khan Mamash Dīn Timurid leads a huge army to invade the Khanate of Mangystau and Khan Godeng Dīn Timurid sets about creating an even larger army in preparation for the invasion of the Caliphate. Mangystau falls to the Timurid hordes quickly and the Mangystau rump state becomes a vassal to the Timurid empire. Khan Mamash then enlists the help of the remaining military forces of the Khanate of Mangystau to join him in a massive invasion of the Caliphate province of East Qoyunlu from Mangystau's border. Khan Godeng Dīn Timurid then launches an even larger invasion of Afghanistan province. Large swathes of land falls to the Timurid armies quickly. '''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues war against the Ōtomo clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km. The Manchurians expand their New Harbin colony southwards by 100 sq km.

*		Portugal starts to build up some infrastructure on the nation, particularly expanding the port on Porto. Meanwhile, some troops remain on Santa Maria, while Pará expands 500 sq km north towards the littoral. Meanwhile, following the same river, which is called Pindaré by the natives, Tremembé expands 550 sq km south, along this river.Pernambuco expands 450 sq km south. Meanwhile, the settlement of Santo André da Borda do Campo is re-established in São Vicente. Meanwhile, in Antília, Santa Inês expands 700 sq km west. Meanwhile, Portugal gets word of the events happened on England, and tries to establish diplomatic relations with Mercia and Wales. Meanwhile, Pedro, Dinis' son, dies, and Catherine gives birth to a boy, which is named Afonso, but dies of childbirth complications some days later, and Afonso dies only some days later. Meanwhile, the Duke of Beja dies, and is succeeded by his sister, Urraca, and, by jure uxoris, her husband, Afonso Teles de Meneses, heir to the County of Cantanhede.

*		The Mayan Empire expands north, reaching the northern border of Zapotec lands. The oligarchy turns its attention west. Seeing that Zapotec conquest is almost imminent, rulers start to send people north, to Xaman. The fertile land makes it perfect to support a large colony. Many start making the journey north, to make a living there. The Orthodox leaders in the Empire see the settlement as a tool to expand the faith. They urge believers to go to Xaman. The population of Xaman explodes, and it starts rapidly expanding. This year, it expands 500 km south.

*		The Swahili king Nuru Mariuki begins the unification of his people under the leadership of Mombasa. He expands his nation 1000 sq km to the south crushing any resistance to his goal.

*		Venice wins the seige of Naples and announces the end of the Kingdom of Naples and Savoy. Burgundy is given land in Northern Savoy which is majority French (50% of OTL Savoy region) while the remainder becomes the Reublic of Piedmont. Sardinia and Sicily are declared as independent republics under Venice while Malta is directly annexed. The Papal States gain up to Abruzzo while the remainder of Naples is declared as a republic under Venice. Granadians, Bosnians and Serbians celebrate their independence and the new rulers of these three nations ally with Venice and Scandinavia. Limon is annexed by Nuovo Firenze while the other Neapolitian colonies are divided by the coalition with Burgundy gaining OTL Panama, Scandinavia taking the colonies in OTL Argentina, Portugal taking Uruguay, Cyprus taking the larger Savoyard fort in Africa while the Papal States gains the smaller one. Brandenburg and Aragon are offered help with establishing a new colony anywhere in the world with Venice supplying them for 15 years (you get 1000 sq km a year from my colonial expansion after the first five years). The Italian League collapses as the balance of power slips to the Venetian League to which Venice would like the Papal States to join. As a result of the collapse of the Italian League, Piombino falls to Venice. Nuovo Firenze expands by 2000 sq km as they connect with Limon and Nuovo Venexia expands 2000 sq km into Florida. The Venetian Doge expresses his gratitude to the other members of the coalition and offers them each five new ships of the line.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and infrastructure. The King announces that the islands awarded to Aragon belong to the Crown, and in the case that either nation leaves the control of the Crown, the islands go to the nation with the monarch. Meanwhile Neu Berlin expands 2000 sq km (it's finally old enough!) and we throw out all plans for another colony. We should be bordering the Erokee nation by now, and we should also most likely be the largest colony in Northeastern Antillia. We continue to send troops, supplies and money to Wessex, Kent and East Anglia and the government has huge plans developed for an Anglo-Germany, wherein Wessex, Kent and East Anglia will be provinces of our great kingdom. (Attention: could someone tell me the name of the state between Brittany and France?)

*

** 				'''Again with the Anglo-Germany nonsense. That was absurdly implausible when it first appeared and I'm stopping it now.'''

*** 						'''​Dude, whoever you are, you need to relax. It's only been one turn since I started, and no one told me the first time that it was implausible. And if they did, I probably didn't see it because I don't check past turns after new turns start.'''

**				Normandy, and I have plans for it in the future Sine dei gloriem (talk) 01:37, December 24, 2012 (UTC)

**				Also stop telling the map makers how to do their jobs.

***						'''​I'm not. It's a hunch by the court of the royalty, and they have no idea whatsoever what's where.'''

*		Cyprus thanks Venice and its alliance partners greatly for the new ships and the Savoyard fort, which is rechristened Nea Lemesos. Nea Lefkosia expands by 700 sq km, while Nea Larnaka expands by 100 sq km and Nea Lemesos expands by 200 sq km.

*		Papal States: The Pope thanks and congratulates Venice and the Coalition for liberating Naples from the Kappelist threat, and to help balance the power in Europe and the New World. The Pope gladly accepts the Doge's offer of a Venetian League, which he hopes will be much more successful than the Neapolitan-run Italian League. The land received from the war is thoroughly investigated for any Kappelists, the majority of which are converted. Those who do not wish to be converted are either imprisoned, tortured or killed (especially those who inflict violence on the priests). As well, the Pope agrees with the Burgundian land dispute against France. While the Pope doesn't advise war over islands, he instead proposes a meeting between the nobles to come to an agreement. Meanwhile, Colonists continue to voyage to St. Peter in order to convert the natives, as well as grow crops (especially sugar crops) to be taken back to the Old World. The Pope is pleased with the progress, and soon sends several more crews to explore the newly acquired African colony. Meanwhile, in a SUPER SECRET letter to the Doge, the Pope proposes a future invasion of Milan, in order to cease the perpetual heresies that threaten the two nations in our own peninsula. While the Pope and many of the priests wish to continue a peaceful conversion, he notes that peaceful conversions have ended with violence, and the invasion of Naples has so far liberated thousands of peoples from the heresy. However, the Pope wishes to wait several years until such a war is to begin in order to grow and stabilize the armies and navies that have been damaged in warfare.

**				Burgundy is not in conflict for islands if not for the Area between Burgundy shore provinces and the original capital Dijon and because they promised it. Sine dei gloriem (talk) 00:42, December 24, 2012 (UTC)

**				Venice agrees to the proposal.

*		China continues to expand its military, especially its navy.

*		The UK of Bavaria and Thuringia continues to build up its military and infrastructure. The Chancellor is exposed as a Jew and a new Chancellor is elected. Johann Uhde, a staunch Catholic promises to restore order in the Kingdom. Meanwhile, the line of succession leads to the former King's youngest brother's brother-in-law's eldest first cousin, Max, becoming the new King. He is coronated.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands by 1000 sq km to the south this year with Georgian settlements being noticed.Nye Norge expands 1000 sq km north and west, with Smalnar in sight. Soldiers withdraw from Slesvig as the rebellion has died down and the provincial governor in Lübeck ends the state of emergency.

*		Caliph, Muhammad following the Timurid invasion into Caliphate territory, he declares war on the Timurids, and Caliph Muhammad begins marching all of the troops that his army had built up to go fight off the Timurid invasion in Eastern Qoyunlu.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military, attacking the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy to fund the Timurid campaign.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military helping Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad campaign against the Timurids. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu leads the war again the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaign agaist the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaign against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaing againts the Timurids.

*		Wettin Lands The armies are improved, and more aid is sent southwards to help Bavaria get back on its feet. The arts continue to be patronised, especially in Magdeburg. The armies continue to be stationed on the borders in expectation of war, and the thre leaders meet to organise tactics.

*		Genoa: Our three colonies (Africa, East Cuba, East Hispaniola) are offered to Burgundy for money and weapons. The navy is improved.

**				Burgundy:we accept your Outstanding offer and we will pay the needed to gain this colonies.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military to try stop the Timurid invasion. Much of Afghanistan falls though.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military to fight the Timurids and a large wall is built to keep the Timurids out of Balochistan should Afghanistan fall.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy as the Indian spice trade increases as new plants from the new world come into Koli.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military as the province has now recovered from the civil war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military as the province has now recovered from the civil war.

*		Rajputana expands the military and builds up border defences in case the Timurid horde attempts to push into India. The passes through the Thar desert and Aravalli mountains are heavily fortified and booby trapped to keep any potential enemy from pushing into Rajputana proper. The capital of Sanapana thrives and the cities defences are improved. Many convert to Sikhism and manjis(missionaries) spread the news of the Guru across India and the middle east.

*		The Apachenian people unite in a confederacy of tribes to combat their enemies. Many Apaches start to migrate to rivers and lakes because they hear the benfeits of a new technique called agriculture.

**				'''Can you please stop posting in bold font? This is only appropriate either to maybe emblazon your country's name on it, or for conversations like this, and maybe for emphasis on a part of the post, not the whole post.'''

*		Burgundy: with the control of the Colonies of Genoa the Burgundian begin further organization of the colonies, cuba and Hispaniola Colonies become part of the Captaincy of Neu Zeeland with autonomy as they are mainly populated by the Milanese and Genoan colonist, Africa becomes part of the colony of the Canarian Islands. While this, the Burgundian Kingdom forms the Colonies of Antilia in between the colonies of the Venetians and the Scandinavias and Argentium (OTL Argentina), while the Panamanian colony of the Neapolitans is annexed to Neu Antwerp, Expansion on Neu Antwerp South Westwards into Wild Panama 750 sq km begins, the Captaincy of Venezuela Expands 500 sq km Southeastwards, Cuba and Hispaniola Expand 250 sq km Both, While Brasilea expand 750 sq km Northwards and Brazil captaincy expands 250 sq km southwards, the colonies of Antilia Expand 750 sq km Westwards and Argentium 500 sq km Northwards

,the military is built up, and the navy increased. King Francesco continues asking France to respond to the Burgundians for their promised lands

*		Calais:Development of the Navy Begins and the Military ambient becomes stronger, the Expansion of Lefevrist in the duchy begins due to influence from the Burgundians becoming stronger every day.

1561
''' The Romanian-dominated Principality of Transylvania and the Slovak-Dominated Kingdom of Nitra officially declare independence from Hungary. Nitra's independence doesn't last long before the radical Klausian dictatorship of Bohemia invades and annexes them. '''

''' The Kingdom of Eire seizes control of the pockets of disordered Irish states within its territory. Eire begins the process of reclaiming the territory not under the control of Scotland. The new King, who has taken the name Séarlas I and speaks Irish in public to satisfy his new subjects, wishes to establish an alliance with Scotland to secure his throne. '''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues war against the Ōtomo clan, and by the end of the year the Ōtomo clan is defeated and annexed into Satomi clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		The Mayan Empire expands west into remaining Zapotec territory. The population of Xaman booms, and they expand 1000 km south. Orthodoxy continues gaining prominence, especially in Ceatl and Xaman.

*		Portugal's economy improves. Meanwhile, the colony Santa Maria is received after the war, along with the former Savoyard settlement, apparently called Sacramento by the Savoyards themselves, the name which the Portuguese don't bother to change and both parts are incorporated into Brasil, being then separated into the capitanias of Cisplatina and Transplantina, in reference to the Rio da Prata, which both parts border. Meanwhile, King Pedro II dies on the start of the year. He is succeeded by his eldest son, Dinis, which is then crowned "Dinis II, By the Grace of God, King of Portugal and Algarves, of either side of the sea in Africa, Prince of Finland, Lord of Guinea and of Brasil". After assuming, Dinis rearranges the colony, separating Cisplatina and Transplatina from Brasil, and making them a separate colony, called Rio da Prata. The border between Brasil and Rio da Prata is set on an unnamed small bay (near OTL Rocha). Meanwhile, in an attempt to establish the capitania system there, he appoints Gonçalo Ramires de Soutomaior, and Ordonho Vasques de Celanova as capitães-donatários of both capitanias, respectively. He also appoints a governador-geral to the colony, to help with the administration of the colony, this governador-geral being Cristóvão da Gama. Unlike the capitão-donatário's post, the governor-geral post isn't hereditary. Meanwhile, Rio da Prata expands 1300 sq km along the inland section of the homonymous river in Brasil, Pará expands 600 sq km along the Maranhão, Tremembé expands 450 sq km, 250 along the Pindaré and 200 along the coast.Ceará expands 400 sq km south, and São Vicente expands 850 sq km from the village of Santana de Mogi Mirim. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 800 sq km north. Meanwhile, a university is established in Évora.

*Brandenburg continues to build up its military and infrastructure. We are bored with life, and Neu Berlin expands by 2000 sq km.

*		 Luxembourg continues to build up economy and infrastructure.

*

**				I had to strike this one out because you can't post twice on the same turn.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 400 sq km, Nea Larnaka by 400 sq km and Nea Lemesos by 200 sq km. The Savoyard population of Nea Lemesos is either asked to assimilate with Cypriot culture or be forcibly deported.

*		Burgundy: The colonies continue expanding, Neu Antwerp expands westwards into Panama 750 sq km,, Venezuela expands 500 sq km southwestwards. Nouvelle Dijon (Cuba) is the new name of the Colony of the Genoans expands 250 westwards,while Nouveau Charlesopolis (Hispaniola) expands 250 sq km westwards as well, the Burgundian Antilian colony expands 750 sq km along the coastline as well, while Brasilea expands 750 sq km northwards into the Now Called Atlantes Bouclier (Shield of Atlantia in similar way to the Shield of the Guyanas) along the coast line, while the captaincy of Brazil is renamed as Anacardier and expands 250 sq km, and in the extreme south lefevrist from Northern Burgundy begin the population of the Argentium along the coastline expanding it 500 sq km, while in the duchy Burgundy continues claiming French lands between Burgundy, northern provinces and Dijon, and expansion into Munster, while the navy is updated and the Trading expands into africa where the Genoan Base is annexed to the colony of the Kanarien, jan mayen is again visited by the Burgundian ships and a small outpost is made to increase trade with the scandinavians

*		Wettin Lands The armies are improved, and are allowed home for the harvest, but return to the borders soon afterwards. The elector of saxony, the prince of Anhalt, and the archbishop all celebrate Christmas mass together for the first time. The arts continue to be patronised.

*		Papal States: Anti-heresy efforts continue. The Pope orders many priests to avoid voyaging peacefully, and instead tells them that the Inquisition in place is their best bet to trying to convert the majority of the peoples back to the One True Faith, before a Holy War is to begin. Priests trying to convert in Milan begin leaving the Kappelist-majority nation, in order to not risk death at the hands of the aggressive Kappelists. These priests talk to the Pope and express their outrage of the problems in Milan and their anti-Catholic efforts in the Italian Peninsula, and the Pope assures them God's will will be done. The Pope issues a growth of the army and navies, in both the States and in Provence, in order to prepare for a future Milanese invasion, and estimates the invasion to begin this decade (still a secret.) Meanwhile, colonists in St. Peter and the newly acquired African colony (which was renamed St. John, after John the Baptist) continue their efforts, which continue to go well. The Pope is glad to see the benefits from colonizing in the New World (spread of Catholic faith, economic benefits, etc.) and aims to set his sights elsewhere.

**				The Grand Duke of Luxembourg secretly sends an important letter to the Pope, asking him if he is ready to lead a religious crusade. We have waited too long for this. Join us, and together we can rule Europe as fellow Catholics. (Brandenburg, Luxembourg, Venice, and all other Catholic states will help us in this.) When Louis becomes Emperor of the HRE, he will slowly begin authorizing small-scale secretive wars against Kappelism in invididual states until they all join up into one massive war that will take Kappelism by surprise and stomp them down.

**				Papal Diplomacy: The Pope replies to the Grand Duke in a secret letter, agreeing that the Holy War has been delayed for far too long. He proposes beginning a new Catholic League to organize the nations who will be fighting for the One True Faith. He ensures the Grand Duke that God's will shall be illuminated when the heresy is wiped off the face of the Earth.

**				We agree.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and infrastructure. Neu Berlin expands 2000 sq km. We begin to send spies into Mecklenburg so we will know what to expect when and if we attack them.

*		Luxembourg builds up economy and military. Louis X continues to focus on his election to Emperor.

*		' HRE PLAYERS PLEASE VOTE FOR EMPEROR. NOTHING GETS DONE IF YOU DON'T. VOTE NOW. VOTE MAINTENANT. VOTE NOW. '

*		The UK of B and T continues to build up military and infrastructure. The IMG begins designs to disassociate itself wih the UKBT. Meanwhile, Max I begins to push his fellow states to vote for Louis for Emperor. However, he plans to instigate a religious schism once he is elected, but he keeps this to himself.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military, attacking the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy to fund the Timurid campaign.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military helping Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad campaign against the Timurids. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu leads the war again the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaign agaist the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaign against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaing againts the Timurids.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands 1000 sq km south and north. Nye Norge expands 1000 sq km north and west. Queen Victoria mourns the loss of her husband the King of Portugal, but rejoices at the fact that the Prince of Finland, Denis, has become the new king of Portugal.

*		In Muscovy, Daniel III dies after a Red Hand cell in Ivangrad kills him, sparking a new series of massive crackdowns. Even the merest suggestion of sympathy with the Red Hand allows for detainment, and various rights are suspended throughout the nation. As Daniel died heirless, his cousin, Nicholas, a Romanov, becomes Grand Duke. He nominates Novgorod's new Grand Prince as Tsar, as Poland is undergoing major difficulties in the government. He develops the army and navy. In addition, he establishes a partial republic, under him; he has overall power, but the parliament (established by the Treaty of Minsk) elects a tyasatsky, who serves as a 'second in command'.

*		In Poland, the crackdowns have caused a partial rebellion, between the Catholic majority, the Orthodox minorities, the Kappelist minorities, and the Muslim minorities, all fighting each other. As a result, martial law is declared, and Brandenburgish troops crossing Poland to Hungary are allowed to continue despite minor misgivings from the people. The military and navy are prepped to drive out the Red Hand, which has now absorbed all other such agencies.

*		'''Oh, I thought I told you. I had to call off the war.'''

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria colony by 1000 sq km. The Manchurians expand their New Harbin colony southwards by 100 sq km.

*		France: Auvergne ule has finally setlled throughout France, as life returns to normal in the Catholic state. With King Gauss' passing, King Louis II of France (No relation to the OTL Louis of France) is reminded of France's promise to Burgundy. Land, as promised, will be given to connect Burgundy with its Colonies to the North. However, on the condition that this is not used to threaten the ethnic Dutch people of the Colonies, nor is it used against any potential allies of France, as that could break our relations.

**				Burgundy D: After quite a while, we are thrilled that France is now stable and willing to give the land they promised, and we agree to your generous offer, and state that we wouldn't break the conditions, as despite once being allies of the English, we were never planning on representing a threat towards you, we thank our Gift

**				'''You mean Louis XII, ain't it? after all, Louis II was a Carolingian. And again, the northern part of Burgundy isn't a colony. This would be as accurate as saying that England was a Norman colony in the 12th century, or that Tuscany was an Austrian colony on the 19th.'''

*		Calais: The military is updated, and the navy upgraded as the fear of Revolt on the Hre, the Governor of calais is told by the king of Burgundy that this upcoming inner conflict it's the only near chance to quit the Empire for the good of the Kingdom.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt continues to expand its colony in Sulawesi by 150 square kilometres, while sending help in order to aid the Caliph in his war against the Timurid Khans.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine expands its colony in the Khedivate of New Mecca by 1050 sq km, given the fact that people begin to travel more after the 50th anniversary of the Khedivate being established. Troopes are sent to help Caliph Muhammad.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria expands its economy and continues for a pro-Europe approach. Forcesare also sent to help Caliph Muhammad against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz' Emir is murdered by a group of generals impatient over the revolt happening. His son is put in power, in hopes that he will enact the plan in the year, but instead he executes them, and continues planning to secede.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia expands eastwards by 2500 square kilometres. The province sends aid to the Caliph in Central Asia.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen sends aid to the Caliph.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hadramaut also sends help to the Caliph.

*		Tibet: Sayon Tsu-Heu, the Third Dalai Lama, who turns fourteen this year, seems to be doing well in school.

*		However, there are still controversies with regards to his connection/relationship to Cheyong Heu, the Premier of Tibet. Cheyong Heu attempts to pass education reforms, but the process is stalled. Economic buildup is the main focus of Tibet and its vassals, except for the Wacheng exclave, where the navy is built up. Trade routes in the Myanmar states (Shan Sultanate, Ava, Lanna) are improved, and new monasteries are built in the Shan Sultanate, Ava and Lanna, as well as in northern Tibet.

*		The Emirate of Granada sends diplomats to Burgundy, Venice, and Scandinavia to ask for alliances. Work is done on the navy and  plans are made for an exploration to Antillia.

1562
''' The rest of the former British kingdoms gang up on Mercia, invading it and each taking a chunk of Mercian territory. With his country weakened the Mercian king is overthrown by one of his Generals, who declares the establishment of a Republic with him as the "First Minister". Meanwhile, the Mercian colony joins Northumbria after this. '''

''' The expatriate Kingdoms of New Georgia, New Syria and Nea Gyptios expand their territory in the new world. The Coptic Kingdom of Nea Gyptios adopts the title of Pharaoh for its monarch to retain ties with their Egyptian heritage wilst distancing themselves from Islamic influence. The first Pharaoh is crowned Theodoros I in an elaborate ceremony in the capital of Nea Rakole. '''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi begins to prepare again before he launches an invasion of the Miyoshi clan which won't start until next year. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans begin to wage war against the Ashina clan again. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Portugal builds up its military. Meanwhile, after the installment of the governor-general on Rio da Prata, Dinis starts to plan the establishment of one in Brasil too, but decides to wait to see if the system will have results on Rio da Prata. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 750 sq km along the Maranhão, and São Vicente expands 750 sq km from Santana de Mogi Mirim. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 1000 sq km, 750 sorth, and 250 along the coast. Meanwhile, Cabo Verde expands 400 sq km on Fernão do Pó, finally establishing control over the rest of the island. Meanwhile, near there, in Loanda, the colony expands 400 sq km south along the coast. Meanwhile, Rio da Prata expands 1500 sq km, expanding 750 sq km north along a river that the natives call Uruguai, and 750 northwest along a river that the natives call Paraná. Meanwhile, in Açores, a volcano erupts on the Ilha do Pico, Açores. Meanwhile, in Portugal, worried about his sucession, Dinis arranges a marriage to the Duke of Beja's sister, Maria Teles de Meneses, but dies before the marriage can be realized. Having no heirs, Dinis is succeeded by his younger brother, Afonso, who is afterwards crowned "Afonso X, By the Grace of God, King of Portugal and Algarves, of either side of the sea in Africa, Prince of Finland, Count of Trancoso, Lord of Guinea and of Brasil", also becoming heir presumptive to the Scandinavian crown.because of this, he adds the name "Érico" to his second son Garcia, on the chance that Garcia might inherit the Scandinavian throne after his death.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up its military and infrastructure. Neu Berlin expands 2000 sq km. Meanwhile, we send a letter to the King of France stating that we largely oppose the sale of lands to Burgundy, as this would permanently scar Luxembourg. In Neu Berlin, the population numbers hit a record 7500. (By the way, I still see East Pomerania on the map. It was incorporated into Brandenburg in the 1530s. Just so you know.)

*		Luxembourg continues to build up economy. Grand Duke Louis X demands that France give no lands to Burgundy, lest the trading between Luxembourg and France be disrupted.

**				 Burgundy:Luxembourg and Brandenburg are assured that the sale will not injure in any way the trading as French and Other members of the empire are allowed to trade through Burgundian lands

**				'''Why are you responding? You don't know about this. Unles you're metagaming.'''

**				facepalm*, sorry ignore it, but i don't think stew will answer, he doesn't really have much time to post in here, that's why it took 30 years to get the answer Sine dei gloriem (talk) 22:56, December 25, 2012 (UTC)

**				I think so too.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands 1000 sq km south and north. Nye Norge expands 1000 sq km north and west. Queen Victoria mourns the loss of her son Denis, the Prince of Finland but is glad that her other son-Afonso- is now King of Portugal. She bestows the title HRM The Prince of Finland, Afonso. Scandinavia also opposes the land sale to Burgundy from France stating that "They have no right to it" and that "Burgundy is strengthening itself at France's expense." The Queen expresses disappointment with her ally.

**				You know that Burgundy helped in France's war, to reunite, though there was no algorithm which is odd, but fine by me Sine dei gloriem (talk) 22:41, December 25, 2012 (UTC)

**				I think that there was no algorithm because the affair was not more than a civil war, and nobody remembered to do one.'

*		The Mayan Empire expands west, into the some of the last free Zapotec territory. Xaman expands 1000 km south, still reeling from the population boom. Orthodoxy continues to spread in the Empire.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 400 sq km along the coast of the Maracaibo Lagoon, and also expands Nea Larnaka by 400 sq km and Nea Lemesos by 200 sq km.

*		Burgundy: With the Land Gained by the Handing over of the Promised land, the King Francesco decides to pay a Retribution to avoid the plausibility of the French as allies of France face any economic or Politic Result of the cesion. While this, the Heir to throne Ferdinand and his sister Anna begin to be taught the spoken languages in the duchy, (French, German, Burgundian, Italian, "Latin" and Dutch) as well as political sciences, the King orders the construction of a path between Dijon and Charlesoplis as the current capital to connect the Northern provinces and Burgundy, in order to celebrate the latest success from Burgundian leadership in Charlesopolis, The leadership begin the building up of the Magnum Theatrum a theater to encourage The Scenic arts among the population and to give and to bring some distraction to the population. While this, the Colonies continue expanding Neu Antwerp 750 sq km Westwards into Costa Rica, the Captaincy of Nouvelle Dijon 250 sq km westwards, the captaincy of Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km westward as well, while the Captaincy of Venezuela Expands 500 sq km southwards, and an influx in Brasilea from Kappelist and Orthodox fleeing from Europe expands the Colony 750 sq km northwestwards farther into the Atlantes Bouclier, while the Captaincy of Anarcadier Expands Southeastwards 250 sq km, and Catholic groups and lefevrist continue settling into Antilia expanding it 750 sq km and the Argentium 500 sq km, while lefevrist continue spreading through Munster and the Kingdom expands into Munster, Diplomats are sent into the british isles expecting a possible ally among the Kingdoms

*		Calais: The military is built up and the army remains in expectance of any attempt of invasion.

*		The Emirate of Granada sends diplomats to Burgundy and Venice to ask for alliances. Venice is asked if they will return our territory that was taken from a long ago war, OTL Straits of Gibraltar. Work is done on navy.

**				Burgundy D: We gladly accept your offer.

**				Venice agrees to the alliance but wishes to keep control of the Straits of Gibraltar. However, we will agree to shrink the territory we control in South Granada so that we only occupy The Rock of Gibraltar.

*		The Swahili continue their wars of unification with 1000 km gained in recent battles with the city-states. The navy is expanded to aid the country in foreign trade, and plans to establish links in East Asia are set into progress.

*		Wettin Lands The armies are allowed to return home this year, and there are many happy families throughout Saxony, Anhalt and the Archbishopric. The harvests are better because of it. His Grace the Archbishop, in his patronage of the arts, commissions a new episcopal palace complete with frescoes, statues and fine masonry. The Saxon ambassador to England is withdrawn, reflecting the political realities on the isles. After the last harvests, the armies are mobilised, and put on alert to march to the borders if necessary.

*		Venice expands its infrastructure, the new puppet states continue to acclimatize to Venetian rule. The Doge orders a massive expansion campaign in Nuovo Firenze to reach the Imponente Ocean (Pacific) and the colony expands by 4000 sq km. '''On vacation. Please don't attack, AP will have custody of Venice till the 11th of January. Good luck with the maps, Collie! And a happy new year to all!'''

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military, attacking the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy to fund the Timurid campaign.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military helping Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad campaign against the Timurids. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu leads the war again the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaign agaist the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaign against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaing againts the Timurids.

*		Caliph Muhammad, after winning every battle, has occupied Mangyastau and Aqmola, and all but the North-Eastern part of the Timurids Empire. He predicts that the war will beover in a few months. (next year)

*		Apache: The Apache Confedercy expands over 10 miles in every direction through absorbing tribes that do not what to fight and exterminating one that fight back. The settled Apaches gain contact with European explorers and invite to a village feast. (Thank you for pointing that out is this more acceptable?)

**				Your tribe lives somewhere around OTL New Mexico and Arizona.reaching the littoral in one year is too implausible to happen.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz continues to plot over secession over the Empire. The army is improved.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine expands its colony in the Khedivate of New Mecca by 1200 square kilometres (700 in Wahe Bari, 300 inland in New Mecca and 200 eastwards in Bidyt Remenkemi). Jews continue to rise in importance.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria's exodus of Syriac Christians is at last somewhat stalled when Sim'an agrees to substancially lower jizya taxes and remove most of the other conditions.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt expands its colony of New Alexandria by 250 square kilometres. The exodus of Copt Christians to Nea Gyptios is also stalled with the removal of many anti-Christian conditions. However, Copts continue leaving.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tripoli improves its economy and sends troops to aid the Caliph.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tunis improves its economy and sends troops to aid the Caliph.

*		The Caliphal Province of Algiers begins to improve its economy, as well as sending troops to Central Asia.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia expands eastwards by 2500 square kilometres. The province sends aid to the Caliph in Central Asia.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen sends aid to the Caliph.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hadramaut also sends help to the Caliph.

*		The Caliphal Province of Ethiopia aids the Caliph. Conversion attempts amongst the overwhelming Christian majority do not occur, although the court is filled with Muslims and Christians aren't given a say in government.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

1563
*		Portugal continues to build up its military. Meanwhile, Afonso X gives Manuel de Meneses, Marquês de Vila Real, the title of Duke of Vila Real. Meanwhile, another daughter is born to Afonso and his wife, and is called Leonor. Meanwhile, in Açores, andother volcanic eruption happens, and the earthquakes associated with the eruption destroy part of the town of Ribeira Grande, including a convent. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 800 sq km along the Maranhão, and Pernambuco expands 600 sq km south, while São Vicente expands 1000 sq km, 500 inland from Mogi Mirim and 500 along the Tietê. Meanwhile, Rio da Prata expands 1800 sq km, 950 along the Paraná and 850 along the Uruguai river. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 200 sq km north.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi launches an invasion of the Miyoshi clan. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans continue their war against the Ashina clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Brandenburg continues to build up military and economy. Neu Berlin expands 2000 sq km. An invasion of the Erokee through Neu Berlin and the rivers that lead into their lake is prepared. We ask for Scandinavian support.

*		So long as the western border between Smalnar and Neu Berlin is respected, then yes.

*		Smalnar? That would be the NJ colony, yes?

*		Luxembourg continues to expand its infrastructure. We continue to secretly request that France sell no lands to Burgundy. We also form the Catholic Union with the Pope and Brandenburg.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 400 sq km around Lake Maracaibo, Nea Larnaka by 400 sq km and Nea Lemesos by 200 sq km.

*		Apache: The confedercy of tribes set out to build roads to the experimental farming villages to encourage trade. Most of the Apachean tribes are still nomadic.

*		Burgundy:The French continue to be thanked by the king and an alliance with them and the  RRRRRRtRRR Russian federation     states to rebuild our relationships since our last formal diplomatic contact in the last century. While this, the King asks  Portugal  and Cyprus for an alliance in case of any war from any of the three nations if accepted. While thi    s, the Expansion onto Munster continues, and the influx of Kappelists fleeing towards the colonies from the possible persecution of the Next emperor causes that Neu Antwerp expands 750 sq km southwestwards in Panama while Nouvelle Dijon and   Nouveau Charlesopolis expand both southwestwards 250 sq km while Venezuela expands 500 sq km southwards and Brasilea expands northwards into the Bouclier another 750 sq km while the region of anarcadier expands 250 through the river coast line and Argentium expands 500 northwards and Antilia 750 sq km through the coastline.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands 1000 sq km south and north. Nye Norge expands 1000 sq km north and west. Scandinavia still opposes any land sale to Burgundy and an anti-Burgundian wave rides across the country. Queen Victoria becomes sick at the end of the year.

*		Venice expands it military. Nuovo Treviso, Nuovo Venexia, Nuovo Firenze and Nuovo Brecsia expand by 1000 sq km each

*		The Mayan Empire   expands into the Zapotec territory. Xaman expands south by 1000 km. Orthodoxy continues to grow throughout the Empire, and some of the lower ranking nobles are begining to convert.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military, attacking the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy to fund the Timurid campaign.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military helping Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad campaign against the Timurids. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu leads the war again the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaign agaist the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaign against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaing againts the Timurids.

*		Papal States: Inquisitional efforts continue, as priests begin to slow their conversion efforts after an increase of aggression by the heretics. More and more citizens of the States wish for war with the Kappelists in order to finally free Europe from the heresy and to cleanse the land. The Pope assures the people that war will soon come, and that the Lord's will shall be proved to the wrong-doers. He plans to create the Catholic League by next year, while he and members of the Church begin to draw up plans for invasions. Meanwhile, colonialists (many of them in poverty) continue to sail to St. Peter and St. John, expanding the colonies. The crops and other foods that are sailed back continue to be sold in order to fund the navy, as well as for creating more Bibles that will be brought to the New World.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military to fight the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military to fight the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military to fight the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military to fight the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military to fight the Timurids.

*		Caliph Muhammad continues to fight off the Timurids, killing Khan Godeng Dīn Timurid in battle. The rest of the Timurids look to be defeated nearly, and the Caliph begins neogiating with regional leaders like the Khan of Mangystau, King of the Dimuratis and Khan of Akmola, as a new provincial map of the Caliphate is drawn up to include the new provinces gained from defeating the Timurids.

1564
''' The Caliphate's recent "pro-Christian" policies fail to impede the flow of Christian emmigration to the Antillia at all, as they refuse to remain under heretical leadership. Each of the Christian expatriate kingdoms continues their expansion into unclaimed territory uninpeded. Wealthy Jewish merchants, following the example of these nations, fund an expedition of their own. They found the Kingdom of New Judea in OTL Northern Venezuela. Jews from all over Europe and the Caliphate begin emmigrating to the new Jewish homeland. '''







*		Another eruption starts on São Miguel, Açores, but it is short, and doesn't cause too much damage. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 950 sq km northwest,and Santo Amaro expands 150 sq km, 100 of them into Nausete territory. The settlements in Antília also grow. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 800 sq km along the Maranhão, while São Vicente expands 500 sq km along the Tietê.Bahia also expands 500 sq km north. Meanwhile, in Cabo Verde, Serra Leoa expands 500 sq km, and Rio da Prata expands 700 sq km along the Paraná, and 800 along the Uruguai. Meanwhile, Portugal's economy improves.

**				Burgundy: We want to reassure our alliance with Portugal,are you our allies?

**				I think so.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues war against Miyoshi clan. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans continue their war against the Ashina clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Northumbria: Out of the power squabbles, a fairly unimportant lord, Albert Sutton rises to power. He is glad that Northumbria is now a stable, self-governing nation, and he intends to keep it that way. Scotland is asked for a non-aggression pact, with the promise that we will never be as imperialistic over Scotland as the English. We begin expanding our military, with the hope of defending ourselves from our neighbors. King Sutton plans a voyage to the New World sometime in the future.

**				Burgundy: We ask for an alliance with your nation.

**				Northumbria: We accept.

**				Burgundy: From now on we will aid you in any conflict you might face

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		France: The King announces a new plan with his royal advisors, on the improvement of his Kingdom. A new massive palace will be constructed in Paris, which will be the new capital, stating that it is his favourite city, and has massive historical value. He is also making new plans to make contact with this "New World" that many have been murmuring about all over the Royal House. The King also wants to extend France into Brittany and Normandy, with the potential of reaching the British Isles. The military begins expanding, and researching new technology for weaponry, including further research on gunpowder, and its capabilities

**				Burgundy: We will aid you in any campaign against the Normans and Britanny as we have stated in our alliance, if you want to keep our alliance, we will aid you against them, without any condition.

**				The Mayan Empire, via the diplomat Inka, wishes to establish diplomatic relations with the Kingdom of France.

**				French Diplomacy: We invite the Mayans to Paris, for our first diplomatic relations with the New World. (Just curious, how did the Mayans make it to Europe?) Also, we confirm that yes, France and Burgundy are still allies.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military. The former Ethiopian colony is formally annexed into the colony of Comchellak and many of the wealthy Ethiopians have their land taken off them and given to the colonial authorities.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as repairs are done to the ships returning back home from Ethiopia.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military to fight the last of the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military to fight the last of the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military to fight the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military to fight the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its economy as the war against the Timurids looks to be won. Deccanese sea merchants begin operating in the Lakshadweep islands as they colonize the islands.

*		Caliph Muhammad continues to fight off the Timurids, killing Khan Mamash Dīn Timurid in battle. The rest of the Timurid empire collapses and is annexed into the Caliphate as several different provinces. Caliph Muhammad demands Adal now be annexed into the Caliphate fully now as the Sultan of Adal is eternally in the debt of the Caliph for saving his Sultanate from Ethiopia. Caliph Muhammad now marches his grand army back through central Asia as he marches to Baghdad to build up a second army for another grand invasion.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 400 sq km along the Maracaibo Lagoon. Nea Larnaka is expanded by 400 sq km and Nea Lemesos is expanded by 200 sq km.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria continues attempting to convince the Syriac Christians not to leave with very pro-Christian policies, like the continued removal of jizya restrictions or other Syrian laws against most other religions. Those leaving are also stripped of most of their goods, being left with just enough to pay the passage into New Syria. This heavily improves the Syrian economy. Sim'an begins very quiet plans to secede by the time of the death of the Caliph, and establish a secularised state in hopes of regaining Christianity's favour. He expects the population to soon recover, due to the high birthrate of both Syriac (Christians and Muslims) and Arab inhabitants.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine also does similar policies to those of Syria's, following jizya and restrictrions' removal and stripping emigrants of their goods, improving the Palestinian economy. Expansion in New Mecca, however, continues, with the borders expanding in New Mecca by 1300 square kilometres (600 in Wahe Bari westwards, 300 in Bidyt Remenkemi eastwards, and 200 in New Mecca inland). Many missionaries from both the Christian and Muslim faiths, as well as soldiers and traders, begin contacting the Khoi-san people.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt also follows both Syria and Palestine's policies to a lesser degree. Instead, Egypt focuses on improving its economy by building ports and expands the colony in New Alexandria by 500 square kilometres.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia expands 2500 square kilometres eastwards. The Christians in Nubia (very poor, mostly being the lower stratus, but very numerous, remaining some 40% of the Nubian population), not able of getting enough money to emigrate, begin protesting openly.

*		The Caliphal Province of Ethiopia suffers from a small drought, under which many small forests catch fire. Tolerance for Christian Ethiopians continues, but no government or power is given to them.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz continues planning secession from the Caliphate, improving its military.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen also pressures the Adalese to join the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hadramaut improves its economy and its fleet.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tripoli improves its economy and sends troops to aid the Caliph.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tunis improves its economy and sends troops to aid the Caliph.

*		The Caliphal Province of Algiers begins to improve its economy, as well as sending troops to Central Asia.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands 1000 sq km south and north. Nye Norge expands 1000 sq km north and west. Scandinavia anxiously awaits the results of the HRE election for a secret plan's execution. Queen Victoria dies in February after 17 years on the throne. She is succeeded by her son Alfonse, the Prince of Finland and also current King of Portugal. King Alfonse is coronated on May 17th, Scandinavia Day--the 57th anniversary of the kingdom. He takes the title: His Royal Majesty, King of Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Finland, and Portugal; The Grand Scandinavian, Duke of Schleswig-Holstein, Protector of the Saami, Preserver of the Perpetual Union of the Scandinavian Kingdoms; Preserver of Portugal and the Algarves

*		Venice expands its economy. Nuovo Treviso, Nuovo Venexia, Nuovo Firenze and Nuovo Brecsia expand by 1000 sq km each

*		Burgundy: The alliance with the Russian states continue to asked, and the alliance with France is asked to be reassured,the King Francesco despite reluctant expects that Louis X of Luxembourg becomes emperor and that the situation of the empire improves. While this, the Ottomans and Mamluks provinces of the Caliphate are asked an alliance in case of a civil war and an Intrusion of any state into Burgundy. While this, the colonies of the Genoans continue to be organized and Neu Antwerp expands southwestwards into Southern Panama, and the first Burgundian Explorers reach what they called Neptunic Ocean, in Venezuela the Captaincy expands 500 sq km southwestwards, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km westwards and Nouveau Charlesopolis expands 250 northwestwards. While this, Brasilea expands 750 sq km, into the bouclier, the Argentium expands 500 sq km, the the nearby captaincy of Brazil expands 250 sq km, and Antilia expand 750 sq km

**				Novgorod agrees to an alliance.

*		The Mayan Empire expands west into Zapotec territory. Xaman expands south by 1000 km. Orthodoxy continues to grow in the Empire,

*		Novgorod continues its exploration of siberia. Meanwhile, new ships are added to the navy to replace new ones. The grand Prince creates a secret police, the oprichnina, to seek out and destroy the Red Hand from the inside. Meanwhile, tobacco is brought from the colonies in america, and is a sought after substance. Because of this, many new colonists leave for the colonies in search of wealth, expanding them both by 500 sq km (Novorossiya and Kanada).

*		Papal States: Inquisitional efforts continue in mainly heretic lands, despite uprisings by small villages. The Pope issues several vessels to visit the British isles, in order to create relations with the new English lands (including Northumbria). The Pope promises help with Inquisitions if any British nation requests it, to ensure the One True Faith. The Catholic League is also created, and nations across Europe who are pro-Catholic are invited, and even those nations who are pro-Catholic despite having heretics living in their lands (The page up, so feel free to add your name!). Colonial efforts also continue, with hundreds of priests voyaging to the new lands to proclaim the word of God. The colonies are expanded as priests join explorers to voyage further into the lands. A tribal leader who had converted himself and his people to Catholicism is brought back to the States and introduced to the Pope himself.

**				Luxembourg joins the Catholic League.

**				Brandenburg joins the Catholic League.

**				The Wettin Lands join the Catholic League.

**				France joins the Catholic League.

**				Northumbria joins the Catholic League, and thanks the Pope for his promise of help.

*		The Wettin Lands continue to expand their military. The Archbishopric calls for a war against Catholicism and the default victory of Louis of Luxembourg in the general elections.

*		Brandenburg builds up the military and infrastructure. Neu Berlin expands 3000 sq km. We support the cries of the Archbishop of Magdeburg. We invade the Erokee Federation via Neu Berlin.

*		Luxembourg expands the economy. Louis demands that he be crowned Emperor.

*		The UKBT expands its infrastructure. More men are employed in the army. Max I continues plotting his secession.

*		Apache: The Apache Elder Council agrees on improving the military to combat the enemies of the tribes.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military, attacking the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy to fund the Timurid campaign.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military helping Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad campaign against the Timurids. The province also agrees to help Georgia send the Georgian Christians to the new world.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu builds its economy to come back from the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy to help fund affirming Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's authority over the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaign agaist the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaign against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy to help fund Caliph Muhammad ibn Muhammad's campaing againts the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Dimurats work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Mangyastau work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Aqmola work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Bukhara work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Turkistan works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Xwarezm works on its military.

**				You'll have to correct the map yourself to add these provinces, because I have no idea of how they should be.

**				http://althistory.wikia.com/wiki/DME_(Principia_Moderni_II_Map_Game)?file=Central_Asia_PM2_Annexed_Provinces.png

1565
''' Ajuuran expands itself south, now bordering the possessions of the city-state of Muqdisho, right south of it. '''

''' The Wolof Kingdom invades and annexes the former English colony in OTL Senegal after the recent English civil war saw the colony's defences falling into disrepair allowing the armies of Wolof to take advantage and take over the colony giving them access to lots of European technology after pillaging the colony and taking it over. '''

*		Portugal continues to build up its militarry. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 1000 sq km northwest. Meanwhile, in Cabo Verde, Serra Leoa expands 500 sq km, and the colony is renamed as Guiné. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Bahia expands 650 sq km north, and Pará expands 750 sq km along the Maranhão. Meanwhile, in Rio da Prata, Cisplatina expands 1000 sq km north along the Uruguai, and Transplatina expands 1000 sq km along the Paraná. Meanwhile, a son is born to Afonso and his wife, and is named Álvaro.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues war against Miyoshi clan and soon by the end of this year ends with Miyoshi surrender, and so the Miyoshi clan is annexed by the Satomi. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans continue their war against the Ashina clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Brandenburg expands the military and infrastructure. Neu Berlin expands 3000 sq km.

**				It's 2000 not 3000.

**				No, I think it's 3000.

**				If your colony is more than 50 but less than 100 years old the max it can expand by is 2000.

**				What about the bonuses?

**				What bonuses?

**				The Mayan Empire agrees to the alliance.

*		Luxembourg expands the economy. Louis is declared Emperor, and he travels to be coronated.

*		Cyprus expands its army and navy. Cyprus also expands its Nea Lefkosia colony by 400 sq km, its Nea Larnaka colony by 400 sq km and expands Nea Lemesos by 200 sq km.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia expands the military.(The IMG cannot disassociate itself from Bavaria, I will not let that happen. It is co-chaired by Bavaria, Milan and Venice. That cannot happen.) The King expands wartime preparedness levels. Kappelists begin plans to force the nation to side with the Kappelist League in secret.''' (I do not know what happened whilst Scraw was in charge, who is my King? Why is the IMG supposedly distancing itself, which it can't, and what bloody succession?) at this moment I declare that i will resume leadership, as i am not pleased with what I am seeing. Scraw, message me to explain what is happening  please.'''

**				Your new king apparently is a distant relative of the former king, and is named Maximilian.

*		Scandinavia expands its army and navy; they build up their economy and infrastructure, with new roads being built. Nya Danmark expands 1000 sq km south and north. Nye Norge expands 1000 sq km north and west.

**				Papal Diplomacy: Despite not having formal relations (due to the distances between the two states), the Pope offers Scandinavia to join the Catholic League, which will work towards protecting the Catholic faith in the event of a Holy War.

*		Venice expands its military. Nuovo Treviso, Nuovo Venexia, Nuovo Firenze and Nuovo Brecsia expand by 1000 sq km each

**				Papal Diplomacy: As a member of the Venetian League, the Pope encourages Venice to join the Catholic League, that will work towards protecting the Catholic faith in the event of a Holy War.

**				The Mayan Empire requests diplomatic relations with Venice.

*		China expands its military, especially its navy. Meanwhile, a new recipe for fireworks is discovered. These fireworks make bigger, more colorful explosions AND require less gunpowder to produce.

*		The Mayan Empire continues expanding west, into some of the last of the Zapotec territory. The Tarasco are confronted, but after intense negotiations, they are assimilated into the Empire. Xaman expands south by 1000 km, still reeling from the population boom. Inka travels to several European states to request diplomatic relations: Brandenburg, Bavaria, Milan, Venice, and Scotland.

**				Milan: The Milanese are willing to establish diplomatic relations, read the post below for further requests.

**				Brandenburg, and we want a mutual defense alliance as well as supplies in case of any war in the Americas. Vice-versa.

*		Milan: the army is improved, the kappelist movements in all Europe are supporte, specially in South Germany and Switzerland, the government of Genoa is replaced by kappelist and moderate politicians by force, the rich families are destroyed and their wealth/power go to the Duchy. The Sforza family scared of the possible war start to prepare plans to flee to the New World, secretly and ambassador reahc the Mayan Empire and offer to buy some lands and protection to many Milanese possible refugees if the Holy War destroys the Duchy, a network is created in the Italian/Burgundian colonies using kappelist locals to allow the Sforza to reach the New World.

**				The Mayan Empire secretly agrees.

*		Gallura: the army is improved, many kappelist missionaries go to most Southwest Germany to preach the Kappelist doctrine, many more reach Savoy and England secretly to inspire kappelist movements, both nations are fertile soil to the kappelist preachers thanks to the social collapse, war, famine, foreing influence and migration.

*		France: New military reforms take over, including plans to build a national Navy, for the defense of France's coastline, and for marine combat. The King speaks in Rome, speaking about the possibility into rebuilding England into a Catholic state.

**				'''"rebuilding England into a Catholic state"? as far as i know, Kappelianism didn't reach England, and Anglicanism also doesn't exist on this timeline.'''

*		​Northumbria: Northumbria begins expanding its newly gained colony in Africa by 200 km^2. It is named New York (Sound familiar?) Meanwhile the King goes to Rome to speak about the newly formed Catholic Union, and Northumbria's future.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military, attacking the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy to fund the Timurid campaign.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu builds its economy to come back from the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Dimurats work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Mangyastau work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Aqmola work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Bukhara work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Turkistan works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Xwarezm works on its military.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy and the colony of Comchellak expands 500 sq km into Madagascar.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as repairs are done to the ships returning back home from Ethiopia.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military to rebuild the army following the devastating war against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military to rebuild the army following the devastating war against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military to rebuild the army following the devastating war against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military to rebuild the army following the devastating war against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its economy as the war against the Timurids looks to be won. Deccan expands into the Lakshadweep islands as more fishermen take residence there and natives agree to become part of Deccan province.

*		Caliph Muhammad continues to build up a second army for another grand invasion and he also announces many new laws to make the Caliphate more Islamic. Caliph Muhammad also demands Ethiopia and Yemen to lead efforts to bring Adal into the Caliphate. Otherwise the Caliph's own grand army is almost complete and he sets off to march to Istanbul from Baghdad where he'd spent nearly all of this year.

*		Burgundy: The Kingdom joins the Catholic league, but we state that violence is not the best way to aproach this situation and that we will only aid in the war if the Kappelists are the ones starting it, as the king and council agree that as Catholics the best choice as the most of the Population remains loyal to the Pope and the Church institution, and the lefevrist grow among the Christian populations, many Kappelists begin becoming lefevrists accepting the power that the Pope continues having over the Burgundian population, while in the north, the king form two parlaments, the Burgundian Frankish Parliaments settled in Dijon and to the north the Formation of the Netherlands Parlamente having control of most of the northern regions, as to keep them happy with the government, the colonies of Nouvelle dijon and Nouveau Charlesopolis expand 250 sq km westwards and Neu Antwerp 750 southwards through the river Eridanus OTL Magdalena River in Colombia, and the Venezuela expands 500 sq km southwards Brasila expands 750 sq km northwest wards into the Bouclier and Anarcadier expands 250 sq km southwards the Argentium colony expands 500 southwards and Antilia expands 750 sq km.

1566
''' The Duke of Munster tried of the aggressive invasion of his Duchy by Burgundy and infuriated at the lack of support from the rest of the Holy Roman Empire (minus the Kappelist league's secret war supplies) to stop Munster being invaded by fellow Holy Roman Empire state Burgundy, sees the Duke of Munster declare the Duchy of Munster to be independent and separate of the Holy Roman Empire. Other members of the Kappelist league (Brunswick, Lauenburg, Hesse-Wolfenbuttel, Paderborn and Breman) then follow suit and soon the independent Kappelist League states begin sponsoring Kappelist revolutions across the HRE and appealing for the other Kappelist League states still in the HRE (Nassau, Strassburg, Altmark, Mecklenburg, Milan, Switzerland, Tyrolia and the United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia) to succeed from the Holy Roman Empire and to stop the growing power of the Catholic league. '''

We were planning a civil war.'''















We're screwed now anyway.'''

On a different note, Sine USE SENTENCES please. Several people have asked you.'''

'''Sine dei gloriem (talk) 23:18, December 29, 2012 (UTC)





Alliances between the Caliphate and Kappelists will not be allowed. These are NPC states who you couldn't use to help you in any wars anyway because you don't control them. The Caliphate looses no enemies and you loose no allies which would have helped you in war. It's just funny that you alone caused us to be dividing our forces to two fronts...not haha funny, just "isn't that interesting" funny.'''

''' The Christian expatriate kingdoms continue expanding their territory. However, most of that expansion is due to internal factors rather than immigrants from the Caliphate, as the emmigration has slowed to a trickle of religious fanatics who are mostly settled on the fringes to isolate them. '''

*		Portugal continues preparing its military. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 750 sq km northwest, and 250 east. Meanwhile, in Loanda, a fort is founded farther south on the coast, in a region called Benguela by the natives.Loanda itself expands 350 sq km along the coast. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 700 sq km along the Maranhão, and Bahia expands 500 sq km north. Meanwhile, in Nhoesembé, the settlement of Cricaré is renamed to São Mateus. Meanwhile, in Guiné, Serra Leoa expands 500 sq km, and in Rio da Prata, Cisplatina and Transplatina expand 900 sq km each along its respective rivers.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi also offers the Yamana and Kuroda clans to join him in exchange for letting them still rule their own area; Yamana clan will think about it and give an answer next year while the Kuroda clan declines for now. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans continue their war against the Ashina clan. In the seventh month, the Honda clan declares war against the Akechi clan, and soon the Imagawa clan joins in the war to help the Akechi. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy and the colony of Comchellak expands 500 sq km into Madagascar. Many of the Ethiopians in Comchellak are killed and their property taken by Muslim settlers.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military to rebuild the army following the devastating war against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military to rebuild the army following the devastating war against the Timurids.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its economy and Deccan fully annexes all of the Lakshadweep islands into Deccan province.

*		Caliph Muhammad marches his massive new army to Istanbul which upon arriving he declares himself to Mahdi, showing people that many of the signs of the Qur'an and Haddiths have been fulfilled and that he is Mahdi. Some people believe these claims of divinity and others don't, but they all appropriate the great military ability of the Caliph Muhammad al-Mahdi. The new Mahdi ruler marches his huge army across Thrace declaring war on the Byzantine empire and announces the war will be won with little effort as Allah entrusts victory to the Mahdi to unite the world, spread the glory of Islam and to prepare the world for the attack of the Masih ad-Dajjal. The Mahdi also demands Ethiopia and Yemen put more effort into bring Adal into the Caliphate.

*		Apache: More and more Apachean people begin to settle in farming villages and now 33% of the Apache population is now settled and the number increases. The economy improves because of the new settlements.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 400 sq km, Nea Larnaka by 400 sq km and Nea Lemesos by 200 sq km.

*		The Imperial Government declares a total war on the seccessionist Kappelist League. We ask the Dutch and the Northern Germans to focus on the Kappelism while Southern Germans (Austria, etc) and Italians are asked to attack in the Byzantine regions. We also ask His Holiness the Pope for all help possible to preserve the one true faith, and we also call on the fellow members of the Catholic League. (BRING IT ON!)

*		Milan: Expands the military and begins to send secret and massive aid to the newly independent Kappelist nations. The Sforza's begin plans to declare independence.(SECRET)

*		Genoa: Infrastructure expands. The military's readiness alert level is raised in fear of potential invasions.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia: King Maximillian begins orders to raise the military's preparedness, Catholic are being expelled from the Northern reaches of Thuringia. The Reichstag begins to gain traction on a vote to secede from the Empire and to openly declare a Kappelist state. These plans remain secret for the most part, as King Maximillian plans to secede when the HRE's power is limited by the impending Civil War. In accordance with Imperial law, the military is ordered to Austria and then to Byzantium, though order to only supply aux support due to the decret deals with the Caliphate and King Max's ultimate plan.(Secret: King Maximillian asks the pro European Caliphate states of the Ottoman for support{only if pluasible, if not by all means scratch post} ONLY A MOD!!) A Secret diplomatic entourage arives in Milan with hopes of being able to evacuate key members of Bavarian parliment and Royal Family to Maya with Milanese members. The King decides to stay in Bavaria.

**				'''A full on alliance won't happen, plus Catholic states which are hostile to us both wouldn't allow this to happen. Not to mention the Mahdi thinks he is devine so he thinks the Kappelists below him. However, he would agree to mutual agreements (e.g. dividing nations between us both) but I wouldn't trust him if I were you.'''

*		The Mayan Empire continues expanding north. The Zapotec city-states are nearly gone. Xaman expands south by 1000 km. The oligarchy decides that they will start expanding south as well, which will be far easier, considering the territory is unoccupied. The Empire requests that advanced naval and weapons technologies from its new ally, Brandenburg, to be paid for in gold by the Empire.

**				The colonial government in Neu Berlin, helmed by Otto von Hohenzollern, forwards the request to the homeland, upon which his nephew, Ludwig II of Brandenburg, informs him that war is afoot in Europe, and that the Mayans will have their request granted if they give supplies to help sustain the loyalist colonies in the New World. (Namely Neu Berlin and the Venetian colonies.)

**				and Burgundian colonies as well ( we are loyalist) Sine dei gloriem (talk) 00:13, December 30, 2012 (UTC)

**				The Mayan Empire agrees

*		Brandenburg builds up its military and economy. We send men marching across Mecklenburg to the Kappelist League area. We ask Scandinavia to help us invade, and we ask the Russian Federation to aid in the defense of their allies. Meanwhile Ludwig's grandson, Wilhelm, heir to the throne through primogeniture, marries the sole heiress of the leadership of the House of Habsburg. When Wilhelm becomes the prince elector of Brandenburg, the House of Hohenzollern-Habsburg will form.

**				Unless you are on the defensive, Novgorod (and Russia I persume) cannot condone religious war on Kappelists(cough...Principaltiy of Baltica...cough)  '''(However, due to my elongated absence I am a bit ignorant on world affairs for the moment...so I do not know if you or they are attacking, or some combination of the both. I can bend to you or their favor). '''If, however, the Brandenburgians do manage to prove that they are on the defensive, you shall receive aid in the form of cheaper than usual Russian firearms.

**				'''Well, they set up revolutions in other places. What does that mean to you?'''

*		Scandinavia builds up its military; they expand their economy and infrastructure. King Alfonse I of Scandinavia is not surprised at the break out of war in the HRE. However, due to our participation in two successive wars (and the strain it puts on a country), Scandinavia will not become involved unless a Kappelist state invades Slesvig (the part of Denmark bordering the Kappelist league. Nya Danmark expands  3000 sq km. Scandinavia does, however, send supplies to both Brandenburg and Byzantium to eliminate the heretic threat in both areas.

*		Venice expands its military. In accordance with HRE law, Venice and its Italian League vassals declare war on Milan.(I'm not sure about this one, Scan didnt exactly leave instructions for this kind of event). Military aid is sent to Byzantium.

**				HRE law does not say to invade Milan.

**				'''^He's right. Though, the Doge did agree to a proposal made by the Pope to invade Milan in order to remove the Kappelist threat, and being attacked by Kappelist revolutionaries is cause for an invasion. ChrisL123 (talk)'''

*		Novgorod produces more Snaphance rifles and muskets. Meanwhile, the Grand Prince dies of Smallpox by the end of the year. New Elections are held throughout the nation, and The Next Prince is none other than Nicolas Boyasin. He is confirmed by the other veches. Dimitri Boyasin dies at a ripe old age of 85, and a state funeral is ordered by his grandson, who was elected preferable to his father due to his age of 41 as opposed to 62. Ivan Dimitrich Boyasin is placed as the Prince of Pskov. Nicolas continues his predecessor's hunt for the Red Hand, and refuses aid in an invasion of Kappelist territory for religious reasons (mostly to retain the political stability of the Russian Federation, he needs the resources). Meanwhile, the colonial policy has expanded Novorossiya by 1000 sq km on the coast north. As a precausion, and due to the increasingly militant nature of the current Caliph, Novgorod's increases its military presence near Caliphal borders, officialy as precaustionary measures should Siberian revolts arise, but in reality, to protect aginst the more aggressive Caliphate should it invade. Meanwhile, Grand Prince Nicolas institutes the Orthodox Rebate, where the prices for firearms exported to Orthodox nations is slashed by 50% (officially to encourage the expanding of markets between Orthodox nations, unofficially to aid Byzantium indirectly against the comming invasions by buying Russian firearms, but there is a catch, Byzantium has to purchase Russian firearms, which means agreeing to our aid, and only then can they get the +2 for Novgorodian supplies in the algorithm...BTW, this also applies to all Orthodox nations during wars)

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military, attacking the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy to fund the Byzantine campaign.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu builds its economy to fund the war against the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Dimurats work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Mangyastau work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Aqmola work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Bukhara work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Turkistan works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Xwarezm works on its military.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		Northumbria: A pamphlet by a man named Henry Atford, simply titled Anglia, becomes extremely popular among many Northumbrians. It states that England should be united in some way, shape, or form, or it may fall under foreign influences. The pamphlet especially points fingers at Kappelism, and imperialist Europeans. A strong English nationalist feeling sweeps Northumbria, and even parts of Merica as the pamphlet's popularity spreads. The military continues expanding. A ship from New York returns to Northumbria filled with ivory. King Sutton looks to sell ivory to other countries, and the previously sleepy New York colony is expanded by 750 square kilometers. King Sutton looks for a wife, and asks European nations if they can provide a person of noble birth.

**				After the demise of Mercia, Portugal, again trying to reestabilsh relations with other English kingdom, offers Urraca, one of the daughters of Duke Garcia of Coimbra and Guimarães.

*		Papal States: The Pope hears word of a declaration of war on the Kappelists, and tells his people the time has come to glorify God's true word. He declares war on the states, and agrees to send aid to the Catholic League, sending troops to aid Venice in attacking Milan. He believes that if Milan is defeated swiftly, conversions may begin, and the Catholics will be able to use Milan as a gateway to the rest of the heretic states. The Pope also, after feeling reluctant to do so, begins to send aid to the fellow Catholic nation of Byzantine, and agrees that Europe cannot stand by and let another European nation fall into the hands of the Muslims. Colonial efforts are slowed, though the profits from the colonies are put towards the war.

*		The Caliphal Province of Ethiopia, following the Mahdi's orders, invades Adal in order to support the Mahdi. Aid is also given to Nubia in its invasion of Funj.

*		The Caliphal Province of  Yemen also invades Adal under the orders of the Mahdi, although leadership is given to the negus in Ethiopia.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia, frantic with the arrival of the Mahdi, invades the kingdom of the Funj.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt sends aid both to the invasions of the Funj and Byzantium, as well as Adal. Plans for their own localised invasions also begin. New Alexandria is flooded with troops as plans to spread the Caliphate to those regions begin.

*		The Caliphal Province of Algiers declares war on Idrissid Morocco, and marches into the nation hoping to unite the Muslim world.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tunis begins aiding the wars in Morocco. Plans to look across into Europe also begin.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine sends aid to all the provincial leaders. The three Islamic provinces, especially Wahe Bari (since it's the closest to the Zulu) are flooded with soldiers from Palestine and Syria as plans to take over the Zulu begin.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz is about to declare independence when a religious fanatic leads a coup against the government and murders almost all of the Hijazi dynasty. He declares himself Grand Mufti under the Mahdi and helps invade Adal.

*		The Caliphal Province of the Hadramaut helps the invasion of the Adalese. Plans for invasions of their own begin.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria's Hashemite ruling family, afraid of the extremism rising up in the Caliphate and of their own cousin, who might try to complete his power, flees to New Mecca's least populated (and militarised) area, the River of Hashem. The regent left in Syria masses the troops and the navy in Latakia, secretly planning an invasion of Cyprus.

*		Rajputana expands the city of Sanapana and the military is improved. Sikhs continue to grow in number and influence.

*		Burgundy: The colonies expand Neu Antwerp 750 sq km, Venezuela 500 sq km, Antilia expands 750 sq km, Argentium 500 sq km, Brasilea 750 sq km, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km and Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km. The anarcadier expands 250 sq km. The event in Munster are repudiated by many, as most of the Council in Burgundy votes on attacking the Kappelist in Munster, Brandenburg and Scandinavia are asked to help in dealing the possible conflict in the eastern border of the  kingdom.

1567
'''Mecklenburg is greatly annoyed at Brandenburg marching troops across its lands to attack the Kappelists. In response Mecklenburg's military launches a series of ambushes against the Brandenburg troops marching across Mecklenburg and they are either killed or taken prisoner. Tired of being pushed around by Brandenburg, Mecklenburg leaves the HRE and joins the Kappelist league. Neighbouring Atlmark also follows suit and leaves the HRE for the Kappelist league.'''

They didn't leave the HRE, ergo, everyone thought they were still loyalist. It's their own fault.'''



*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and the Yamana clan accepts Satomi Hidefumi offer and as such the Yamana clan merges into the Satomi clan. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans continue their war against the Ashina clan; and the Honda clan continues war against the Akechi and Imagawa clans. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		Cyprus declares war on the Kappelist league, and also expands Nea Lefkosia by 400 sq km, Nea Larnaka by 400 sq km and Nea Lemesos by 200 sq km.

*		The Mayan Empire expands west into the final portion of the Zapotec territory. The oligarchy takes this chance to redirect its focus south, and the Empire begins expanding into the lands south. Xaman expands south by 1000 km. The Empire cares little for the religious wars in Europe, but will aid the countries it has allied itself with.

*		Portugal continues preparing its military. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 900 sq km northwest. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 750 sq km along the Maranhão, and São Vicente expands 950 sq km along the Tietê. Meanwhile, in Guiné, Serra Leoa expands 600 sq km, and in Rio da Prata, Cisplatina expands 750 sq km, and Transplatina expands 950 sq km, both along their respective rivers.

*		Scandinavia builds up its military; they expand their economy and infrastructure. Nya Danmark expands 3000 sq km.

*		Venice expands its economy.(What is the status on the war on Milan? I need to know to finish the post).

*		France: France has also confirmed, that it is time to end the Kappelist's false words, and show for the first time, how strong a united France is. The King announces the army of 50,000 to join other fellow Catholic brothers, to wage war against those who taint the words of the lord.

**				The government of the Holy Roman Empire thanks the French.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military, attacking the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy to fund the Byzantine campaign.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu builds its economy to fund the war against the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Dimurats work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Mangyastau work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Aqmola work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Bukhara work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Turkistan works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Xwarezm works on its military.

*		Caliph Muhammad proclaims the annexation of Byzantium after winning another great battle. The Mahdi leaves most of his army under the command of his favourite general and Mahdi marches to Wallachia to launch an attack against Poland. Meanwhile even larger Caliphate armies attack Russia from Al-Slaviet, Crimea, Circassia and West Qoyunlu as the Mahdi moves his war efforts to Russia. The Mahdi demands that all other provinces do their best in expanding the Caliphate and converting the infidels.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy sending many troops to Europe to help in the war. The colony of Comchellak expands 500 sq km into Madagascar. Many of the Ethiopians in Comchellak are killed and their property taken by Muslim settlers.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its economy sending lots of aid to the armies in Europe.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military to send lots of aid to the European battle fronts and to attack European ships in the Indian Ocean.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. They send troops and opium to help the European armies fight.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Troops begin to be built up as word comes from the Mahdi demanding more expansion as Deccan looks to convince Bengal to join the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Candar builds up its military as Candar ships supply the Caliphate war efforts via Black sea trade routes.

*		The Caliphate Province of Rumelia builds up its military as it fights the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Anatolia builds up its military as it fights the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Wallachia builds up its military as it leads the southwestern invasion forces of the Caliphate alongside fights the Mahdi as the Caliphate invasion of Russia begins.

*		Northumbria: King Sutton and Urraca of Portugal are married. The King thanks Portugal. Meanwhile, Northumbria, swayed by Henry Atfield's pamphlet decides to attack Merica, and bring it under their fold. New York is expanded 750 sq km inland.

*		The Imperial Government orders invasions of Altmark and Mecklenburg by Saxony and Brandenburg (in a separate one-shot war). Meanwhile, war efforts continue and we order states to begin slowly pulling out of Byzantium.

*		The Caliphal Province of Ethiopia continues its war on Adal, making several inroads into the nation.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia wars against Funj, also making some inroads into the Funji nation.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt continues improving its army and sending it to the colony in New Alexandria, which expands by 550 square kilometres from moderate political emigrés.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine expands its army and sends it to Wahe Bari.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria plans invasions of Cyprus, improving its army.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz improves its economy as plans to aid Syria begin.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen continues its war on Adal.

*		The Caliphal Province of Algiers also continues its war in Morocco.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tunis improves its army, planning to invade Europe.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tripoli also improves its army.

*		Brandenburg continues to fight the war. Enraged, we order a full scale massive invasion of Mecklenburg separate from the rest of the war to invade Mecklenburg, and we invite Saxony to this. Neu Berlin slowly expands by 1500 sq km due to a lack of full funding and resources from the Fatherland. We send supplies only to aid in Russia.

*		Luxembourg furiously attacks the Kappelist states bordering it. We ask France to declare full war on the Kappelist League.

*		Saxony joins the Brandenburgish invasion, and the two nation attack Altmark and Mecklenburg.

*		The Archbishopric of Magdeburg supports the Saxon War in Altmark, and we condemn the Kappelists for starting this war.

*		Milan; officailly begins the defense of Milanese lands. Miln and Genoa jointly announce there plans to leave the HRE. They wait to publically announce this until The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia leave (secret).

*		Genoa begins massive defense fortifications in the event of invasion.(note I am posting for Bauglier, this is Andr3w777. Since I am unclear about how he wants the Milanese succession to occur, I Will not et it happen, until his return. Please keep this in mind. I ask that any invasion senarios be postponed until his return on the 4th. Much obliged, Mein Fruends.)

*		the United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia: King Maximillian presides over the Riechstag in voting on Succession. In a 400 to 130 vote, The UK declares independence from the Holy Roman Empire. All Imperial troops are ejected from the land. Catholic ministers are bodily ejected. Diplomats travel to the city of Karolin, and request the HRE move the capital out of Bavarian lands. The military is put on high alert. The new snaphance weapons grow aloneside the Bavarian rifles. Artillery divisions are formed in a defensive pattern around the Kingdoms. The King agrees to a secret deal with weapons from the Mahdi, but makes it obvious that he does not trust the infedels. Our alliances with all Catholic nations except Venice are revoked. The alliance with Russia stands. Milan and Genoa will declare independence from the HRE soon, according to a diplomat from Milan. The Munchen Cathedral is shut down for repairs after a minor earthquake. The Government has not yet announced its position on the Catholic wars, other than stating that it will not attack unless attacked. King Max speaks to a large crowd in Munchen, explaining the "Corruption and Infeciancy of the HRE, led to the UK re-declaring its soveriegnty as per the original treaty with the HRE over 100 years ago." We feel the Emperor did not answer the needs of one of the Empire's largest states, in as such, we formally dissolve all ties to the corrupt behemoth that is the Holy Roman Empire."

**				The Emperor Louis orders the invasion of Bavaria by Austria (and associated states), Saxony (and associated states), some Venetian states, and any other state that borders Bavaria. Louis picks up the Imeprial Government and the Royal Family temporarily situates the capital in Venic until further arrangements are made, but all military presences in Karolin remain there and seal off the city to outside forces, and will fight to the death if Bavaria tries to invade, with these forces ranking high in number.

**				Saxony obliges and will invade following the war in Altmark and the victory.

**				In response, Bavaria orders the full invasion of Karolin, with orders to raze the city. Troops are moved north to prepare a counter-invasion into saxony. The King declares the support of all kappelist nations. Thus joining the Kappelist league, Bohemia is asked to aid, reply is expected next year.

**				'''I just said that there are lots of troops there. If they can't get in, how are they going to do anything? It's like a siege.'''

**				'''Yes, exactly, It will be a war of attrition until things break down in the city, when we'll come in and take it over. Sorry not real good at war stuff on the wiki,  so ignore any ignorance.'''

*		The Swahili continue their unification wars, taking 1400 km of land in recent battles. They continue to expand and develop their navy as well to prepare for future colonization efforts once things at home have cooled down.

*		Burgundy: the crisis on the empire proves the fact that the government is unable to control the extended empire, but Francesco takes a new view, the Imperial Unity, the Born of a new Empire, but we all must pass this threat. With this Burgundy offers landing spots to Scandinavian troops to enter while the Brandenburgian troops push in the east, the scandinavia's, Calais', and Burgundy's troops push in the west, the colonies expand Neu Antwerp 750 sq km, Venezuela 500 sq km. Antilia expands 750 sq km, Argentium 500 sq km, Brasilea 750 sq km, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km and Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km, the anarcadier expands 250 sq km as many flee Kappelists Catholics and Orthodox alike, the duke's son Charles of 15 years begin looking for a future marriage

  1568
''' Nassau and Strassburg both leave the HRE this year, joining the Kappelist league. The Kappelist League vows to support all Kappelist states in any wars they have as the Kappelist league articles of federation are written up. '''

''' Tanimbarkai expands eastwards as it annexes the Aru Islands into the Kingdom. '''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi begins planning again. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans continue their war against the Ashina clan; and the Honda clan continues war against the Akechi and Imagawa clans. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		France: More soldiers are prepared for the war against Kappelists, waiting for the right time to strike. Our plan is to rescue Europe from the Kappelists, while also showing how powerful the French are.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia: The military fights the incoming invasion fiercely. The Siege on Karolin continues. The Royal family (except the King) is evacuated to a secret location. The military celebrates several small victories against Imperial Forces on the Austrian/ Bavarian border. The hope is that Bavaria's forces can draw out the war until the Imperial lines falter. A small was party enters Saxony and begins to wreak havoc on the countryside. Support is asked from the Kappelist League.(Milan and Genoa are supporting me. bauglier and I already agreed to such). Any vestiges of Imperial Rule are removed from the United Kingdom's Archive. Catholic Clergy is peacefully deported into Venice as a surprising gesture of good will despite the continuing war. The King clarifies His intention, stating independence first, then we will worry about religous concerns.

*		The Imperial Government announces a rearrangements of forces. All states shall focus on the Kappelist League. Italy is to join the War on Bavaria while still fighting Milan, while the Germans and Dutchmen are asked go against the League. The Emperor asks Northumbria, France, Castile, Portugal, and Scandinavia for help.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military, attacking the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy to fund the Byzantine campaign.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu builds its economy to fund the war against the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Dimurats work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Mangyastau work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Aqmola work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Bukhara work on their military to support the Mahdi.

*		The Caliphate Province of Turkistan works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Xwarezm works on its military.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 400 sq km, Nea Larnaka by 400 sq km and Nea Lemesos by 200 sq km. Cyprus also sends troops to fight against the Kappelists.

*		Portugal continues preparing its military. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 1100 sq km northwest, and 250 east. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 800 sq km along the Maranhão, and São Vicente expands 700 sq km along the Tietê. Meanwhile, in Rio da Prata, Transplatina expands 900 sq km south and 900 sq km along the Paraná. King Afonso heads to Escandinávia since the war situation might reach that kingdom first. He leaves his uncle Garcia as regent in Portugal for the time being.

*		Scandinavia builds up its military; they expand their economy and infrastructure. Nya Danmark expands 3000 sq km. King Alfonse issues a statement saying that if any of his kingdoms (Portugal or Scandinavia) are threatened, he will mobilize the might of his countries against that force. Furthermore, he states that he will defend Russia against any Caliphate attack.

*		Venice expands its military. The attack on Milan continues(algorithm coming). Venice accomodates itself as the interim capital of the HRE and the armed forces are prepped for a land invasion of Bavaria. The Straits of Gibraltar are closed to Caliphate ships and any ships leaving for the expatriate kingdoms. The waters are patrolled by the professional navies of Venice and Scandinavia.

**				The King of Bavaria, King Maximillian, is surprised the Venetians would betray the trust of long time ally Bavaria. The King hopes the Doge, will come to his senses and see how weak and corrupt the HRE is. Defenses are prepped, but due to the good distance between the two nations, there is not much real fear, just anger.

*		The Mayan Empire expands south into the isthmus there. Xaman expands south by 1000 km. Orthodoxy continues to grow in the Empire.

*		Papal States: Despite his seemingly good health, the Pope passes away. Pope Anacletus II, born in Provence, is declared Pope. He continues the War on Kappelists in order to defeat the heresy, as Papal troops continue to invade Milan, and some are sent farther north into the German lands to help the Catholic Leauge. Many priests are also sent into the Kappelist states, in order to try to peacefully convert villages to restore their faith, and even to cause uprisings within the countries. The Pope is deterred that Byzantine lost the Madhi war, but is glad the land hasn't been annexed to the Caliphate. Colonialism continues to be slowed, but the shipments brought in from the nation continues to benefit the economy.

**				But Byzantium was annexed into the Caliphate?

**				''' ...No. According to Yank (refer to the Algorithm), "the Caliphate gets 20% of Byzantium." ''' ChrisL123 (talk)

**				'''Nevermind, you're right, it must have been changed. ChrisL123 (talk)'''

*		Brandenburg continues to fight its wars. The Mecklen/Altmarkish War ends, and we begin to pull out of Mecklenburg, although we continue to crisscross Mecklenburg and razing every Kappelist town along the route. Ludwig II dies in Berlin after returning from a skirmish on the border with Mecklenburg. His son, Wilhelm, becomes Wilhelm III. He continues the wars his father was involved in. Mecklenburgish forces commit an act of atrocity and attack a border village in Scandinavia.

*

**				'''You didn't do the algorithm correctly so that war isn't over. You also can't control other nations like that. Stop cheating.'''

*		Saxony continues to fight its wars.

*		Burgundy:as the empire crumbles the army continues fighting the Kappelist threat and the French army aids the Loyalist through Burgundian land the colonies expand Neu Antwerp 750 sq km, Venezuela 500 sq km Antilia expands 750 sq km, Argentium 500 sq km, Brasilea 750 sq km, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km and Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km. The anarcadier expands 250 sq km.

*		Northumbria: Northumbria continues their war on Merica. Someone please do an algorithm, and construction on a ship begins that will go to Antillia.

**				No, do your own.

**				'''I could do it. Though, you should know that it's Mercia, not Merica. Oh, and the Pope also advises Northumbria to aid their fellow Catholics in the war against Kappelism.''' ChrisL123 (talk)

*		The Caliphal Province of Ethiopia continues its war on Adal, making several inroads into the nation.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia wars against Funj, also making some inroads into the Funji nation.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt continues improving its army and sending it to the colony in New Alexandria, which expands by 600 square kilometres.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine expands its army and sends it to Wahe Bari. As more troops are sent, the khedivate's locals prepare for war against the Zulu.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria prepares for its declaration of war against Cyprus as it is distracted with the Kappelists. It is secretly estimated in court that the invasion will occur next year.

*		The Caliphal Province of Hijaz aids Syria as well as preparing to improve its armies.

*		The Caliphal Province of Yemen continues its war on Adal.

*		The Caliphal Province of Algiers also continues its war in Morocco.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tunis improves its army, planning to invade Europe.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tripoli also improves its army.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy sending many troops to Europe to help in the war. The colony of Comchellak expands 500 sq km into Madagascar.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its economy sending lots of aid to the armies in Europe.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military to send lots of aid to the European battle fronts and to attack European ships in the Indian Ocean disrupting nearly all European trade routes in the region.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. They send troops and opium to help the European armies fight.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. They look northwards to infidel Rajaputana and begin planning an invasion to convert the heathen state.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Troops begin to be built up as word comes from the Mahdi demanding more expansion as Deccan looks to convince Bengal to join the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Candar builds up its military as Candar ships supply the Caliphate war efforts via Black sea trade routes.

*		The Caliphate Province of Rumelia builds up its military as it recovers from fighting the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Anatolia builds up its military as it recovers from fighting the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Wallachia builds up its military as it leads the southwestern invasion forces of the Caliphate alongside fights the Mahdi as the Caliphate invasion of Russia continues.

*		Mahdi Muhammad armies which attacked Russia from the southwest march eastward meeting up with the armies of Crimea and Al-Slaveit in the western Ukraine. The Mahdi's armies regroup and begin a large push towards Belarus as the armies of central Asia race across Russia towards Moscow.

*		Rajputana builds up the military focusing on the cavalry and improving defences around Sanapana. Sikhs, Hindus, and Buddhists in Bengal and the Delhi begin to grow weary of their Muslim and increasingly corrupt overlords. Rajputana begins to actively but secretly support these new movements.

1569
''' After many years of internal conflict, Majapahit and its empire collapses. The vassals fight as regional leaders grow in size and power. As the year ends the war ends and the empire of Majapahit is divided between several new nations. '''

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues planning again. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans continue their war against the Ashina clan, and by the end of the year both the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans win, and they split up the land between the former Ashina clan. Elsewhere, the Honda clan continues war against the Akechi and Imagawa clans. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Apache: The Apachean people begin to expermite with different types of bows on horseback which will ultimatly lead to a composite bow. Military devolpment for those who don't catch on.

*		The new Scottish King, Charles II, is crowned following the death of his elderly father, Charles I (called the old due to his great age and long reign of almost 50 years). Charles II begins the buildup of the Scottish military in Ireland.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy sending many troops to Europe to help in the war. The colony of Comchellak expands 500 sq km into Madagascar. As Oman's economy continues to grow, the province becomes one of the wealthiest in the Caliphate yet with loads of trade, but the people complain of lack of and a more religious following of the claims that the Caliph is the Mahdi begin to gain huge popularity.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its economy sending lots of aid to the armies in Europe. Rumours of beasts attacking people in the desert begin to circulate as people speculate that it is the and the populace's believe that Caliph Muhammad is the real Mahdi begins to gain great popularity.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military to send lots of aid to the European battle fronts and to attack European ships in the Indian Ocean disrupting nearly all European trade routes in the region.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. This year's harvest is quite poor regardless of the abundant rain.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. This year's harvest is quite poor regardless of the abundant rain.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Koli's religious leaders annoyed that respect is being given according to wealth rather than faith, a big religious push begins in the province to accept the Caliph Mahdi's new Islamic teachings.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. They look northwards to infidel Rajaputana and begin planning an invasion to convert the heathen state and annex it into the Caliphate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Troops begin to be built up as word comes from the Mahdi demanding more expansion as Deccan looks to convince Bengal to join the Caliphate.

*		Mahdi Muhammad armies continue to attack the Russian states as Caliphate forces delve even deeper into Russia. The Mahdi reaches Belarus as the year ends and his armies take Minsk, then proclaiming Russia a Muslim nation. Novogrod is split into three equal parts, West Novogrod, East Novogrod and Central Novogrod. Many thousands of forced conversion occur, and some recent converts terrorise the remaining Christian majority. A convert army is set up in the couurt of each of the conquered countries to keep the Islamicity in government.

*		The Caliphate Province of Candar builds up its military as Candar ships supply the Caliphate war efforts via Black sea trade routes.

*		The Caliphate Province of Rumelia builds up its military as it recovers from fighting the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Anatolia builds up its military as it recovers from fighting the Byzantines.

*		The Caliphate Province of Wallachia builds up its military as its military attacks southern Russia more.

*		Brandenburg continues war efforts. We think the war's end is near. Meanwhile the fleet returning from Nyetponn (Japan) gets stuck in a place named Mataram. The fleet makes friends locals and makes arrangements to stay there. Mataram claims to be a new, young nation, and ask the fleet to help it to become powerful and to invade other states. The fleet's chief, Niel Kahnzeller, agrees, in exchange for relations with Brandenburg. Neu Berlin expands 1500 sq km.

*		Portugal continues preparing its military. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 900 sq km northwest. Meanwhile, in Loanda, the Benguela fort, now used for trade, 's reach, expands 200 sq km. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 600 sq km along the Maranhão, and São Vicente expands 800 sq km north. Meanwhile, in Rio da Prata, Transplatina expands 1000 sq km to the south and 900 along the Paraná. Meanwhile, a settlement is founded on the westernmost part of Transplatina, being called Vila do Rosário. King Afonso remains in Escandinávia for now.

*		Scandinavia builds up its military; they expand their economy and infrastructure. Nya Danmark expands 3000 sq km.

*		Venice expands its military. The attack on Milan continues (algorithm coming). Venice accomodates itself as the interim capital of the HRE and the armed forces are prepped for a land invasion of Bavaria. The Straits of Gibraltar are closed to Caliphate ships and any ships leaving for the expatriate kingdoms. The waters are patrolled by the professional navies of Venice and Scandinavia.

**				''' No need to make an algorithm, we're combining the algorithms into one. Would you like to be a leader? The Papal States could switch for Venice. Actually, now that I think about it, perhaps we should divide the algorithm into two, the Italian Theatre and the German Theatre. Once you start it, I'll fix the German one.''' ChrisL123 (talk) 02:31, January 2, 2013 (UTC)

**				Why would Venice, a Christian nation, prevent fellow Christians from leaving the Calpihate?

**				'''I think that we should do two algorithms and then add the end totals. Fegelein! Fegelein! Fegelein! 02:35, January 2, 2013 (UTC)'''

*		'''OK I think there seriously needs to be some sort of penalty for the Caliphate. I mean annexing Russia, Adal, Morocco, and Byzantium? That is simply ridiculous. Moreover, it began when a mod playing within the Caliphate sparked the HRE civil war which is suspicious to say the least.'''

*		I agree, the have been in many wars and the fact that it all started by weakening their enemy doesn't really fit Sine dei gloriem (talk) 02:17, January 2, 2013 (UTC)

*		'''The Caliphate has gotten far too large, they have to collapse in the next decade. LurkerLordB (Talk) 02:48, January 2, 2013 (UTC)'''

*		'''Yes!!! :D Fegelein! Fegelein! Fegelein! 02:50, January 2, 2013 (UTC)'''

*		'''We're coming to it ourselves, no one pays heed to us when we say we ARE going to fall apart. However, just a small bit more than a decade to correlate with our plans.'''

*		'Before you start using us as the blame and root of all evil, we are bloody breaking up within two decades, which is why we're invading the world in the first place''. If you paid attention to anything we've written, after the Mahdi phase everything will collapse down on itself. And you yourself have said that you were planning a civil war; the fact that Von actually started it instead of you conveniently waiting for the Caliphate to get weaker to start it is something else entirely. Fed (talk) 03:12, January 2, 2013 (UTC)'''

*		I think that a mod event should cause them to collapse soon, no matter what their "plans' are. I mean, Von basically threw the HRE into civil war when they were planning it anyway. To be fair, it should also happen to the Caliphate. And it has been said before that it is suspicious that the Mahdi's conquest coincide with the HRE civil war.

*		'''You were 'planning' it all right. You don't even have a set date, we do. We know exactly when the Mahdiate is collapsing. Moreover, you should have had a civil war long ago, and it was necessry that it happen as soon as possible. Whatever the case, this belongs on the talk page.'''

*		'''​ We had a date. The problem was that some dips didn't vote for the right Emperor. We would have gone through this and finished a decade ago. '''

*		Burgundy: The military continues spreading through the Kappelist League territory along with the other armies, and Charles of 17 years is offered for a royal marriage between the nations, while Anna begins to search for a possible royal marriage as well,colonies expand Neu Antwerp 750 sq km, Venezuela 500 sq km,  Antilia expands 750 sq km, Argentium 500 sq km, Brasilea 750 sq km, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km and Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km, the Anarcadier expands 250 sq km.

*		Tibet: At the Wacheng exclave, the navy is built up. Missions to Sumatra are also organised, for various reasons. In Tibet, military development is the main focus, while Tibet's vassals (except the Wacheng exclave) focus on economic develop. Routes to Lanna, as well as routes through the Himalayas, are improved. Sayon Tsu-Heu, the Third Dalai Lama, now twenty-two, leaves Lhasa dissatisfied with his treatment, and travels to Kashmir. Plans for a new election are made. New monasteries are built in Kashmir, the Wacheng exclave, and central Tibet.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia declare they will fight till every last, man, woman, and child are free from Imperial rule, or dead. The military fights on valiently against the Imperial aggressors. Several generals, however, begin to see the preverbial writing on the wall. The King is taken by a musket shot to the heart while defending the nation. The Reichstag convenves an emergency council and ask General Rudolf Heinmann to be interrum Chancellor. He immediently begins to fortify Munchen proper, and begins to battle feircly. Every person in the nation is told to fight, with anything they have, to stop the aggressors. King Max's death is revered for his courage in times of national trial. A public mass is held at his funeral, the sound of artillery not far of in the distance.

*		Northumbria finishes their ship to go explore Antillia, and tells the Papal States that they will help fight the war on Kappelism once they finish the war with Mercia.

*		 Caliphate Provinces of Rumelia, Candar, Anatolia, and Wallachia: Military buildup continues while money and wepaons are secrelty smuggled into Bavaria/Thuringia.

*

**				'''I already posted on your behalf, Dean, because your inactivity over the past decade or so was causing our Caliphate some great problems. That said, please look at my posts of your provinces and I request you also do them to a similar level of detail in future. Plus for the last time, the Caliphate will never help the Kappelists! We think of them as a heathen lesser people and we have a massive war on the go, we would never send them money and weapons! ~Von.'''

*		Papal States: The Pope continues to fight the Kappelist regimes, and is proud to announce that the Catholic nations are gaining headway in the war. He plans to end the war in the next few years, in order to restore the Catholic faith to the Kappelist League states. He thanks and congratulates the Catholic League members fighting to preserve God's word, and assures them that the souls of their citizens lost in battle will surely be blessed in Heaven. Meanwhile, colonial efforts begin to pick up, as the settlements continue to grow and more and more citizens are entering the lands. Less violent disputes are happening within the colonies, and much of the native populations are moving in the light of Christ. The Pope is also shocked at the recent expansion of the Caliphate, and hopes that the non-Muslim populations living in the Caliphate rise up against the "oppression of the heresy of the south."

*		The Mayan Empire continues to expand into the isthmus in the south. Xaman expands south by 1000 km. Orthodoxy continues to grow throughout the Empire.

1570
''' The city of Makassar declares independence from the Sultanate of Boni, taking the southern part of Boni as well as the city of Makassar. Meanwhile, Pasai's government collapses and a new kingdom, Aceh, forms on the western part of the former territory of Pasai, while the remnants of Pasai manage to stabilize on the eastern part of the island with help from the rest of the Sumatran Triple Alliance. '''

''' Three city-states, Maynila, Maysapan and Tondo, form around the Pasig River, in the OTL Philippines. '''

*		Portugal's economy improves. Meanwhile, in Antília, Santo Amaro expands 800 sq km north, while São Tomé expands 200 sq km along its borders. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Bahi expands 650 sq km to the north, while São Vicente expands 850 sq km, and Rio Grande expands 400 sq km north. In Rio da Prata, Transplatina expands 750 sq km along the Paraná and 750 south long the coast. Meanwhile, with the death of João de Melo, Archbishop of Évora, Pedro, younger brother of King Afonso, is ordained Archbishop of Évora.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues planning again; meanwhile the Kuroda clan merges into the Satomi clan out of fear of the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans begins to plan their next invasion, this time of the Fujiwara clan. Elsewhere, the Honda clan continues war against the Akechi and Imagawa clans, and soon the Tsugaru clan comes in to help the Honda clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Brandenburg continues all war efforts. Neu Berlin expands 2800 sq km. (The full expansion cannot happen because of resources.) The fleet in Mataram begins to build some new boats and the such. They decide that to help Mataram, they will invade the neighboring island of Sasak next year. (Will I need an algorithm for that?)

*		The Imperial Government continues to push the war effort on all fronts. We decide that we shall soon let Bavaria be, but only to invade again later. The government becomes overly freaked out to find out from Bohemia that the Mahdi is on our borders. We decide that we will garrison troops in border states like Brandenburg, Saxony, and Bohemia. Several troops serving the Imperial Government are sent to Courland and Danzig as they are surrounded by the Caliphate's insane conquest of Russia.

**				King Wilhelm demands that his locales in Iberia be protected in some small way, as they fear proximity to the Caliphate as well.

**				The Imperial Government denies this request at present time, as border states are more important right now.

*		In Luxembourg, we continue to fight Kappelism on our borders. We send some troops into Burgundy to loop around the other side of Palatinate and to attack from there. (I have a question. How come the colonies of other nations, say, Portugal, expand by a total of 4400 sq km. Is there something behind this?)

**				'''Not exactly. I can expand 4400 sq km due to the fact that I can expand 4000 sq km, since there's been over 100 years since my first colony's founding (Cabo Verde - 1461), coupled with my bonuses on Antília and Brasil (200 sq km as a bonus if the colony is over 50 years old.)'''

**				In the map my expansion is not showned and my colonies on argentina and carolinas is not showned, could someone add them because its been two maps not showing the expansion nor the colonies Sine dei gloriem (talk) 01:59, January 3, 2013 (UTC)

**				'''Sine, Collie already told you that the Carolinas are taken and that you cannot have a new colony. End of story.'''

**				Sorry, I mean the black coastline in North America and I should be able to have the two colonies because my last colonies before them were both made in 1510 exactly 50 years before making the two new ones, so they should be added Sine dei gloriem (talk) 02:29, January 3, 2013 (UTC)}

**				'''i also want to claim my 7500 for Neu Antwerp and Brazilea and the Genoan colonies, and if no one changes them I'll in the rules it says that i can if the only changes on the map are referent to my nation. Seriously, I have been expanding at a similar rate than Portugal and my colonies haven't expanded a bit, "Anyone may edit the map on behalf of their own country. " Seriously, ten years of 750 to my major colonies and no change to them''' Sine dei gloriem (talk) 03:05, January 3, 2013 (UTC)

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		Scotland continues to improve their military might by improving the army. King Charles II stays out of the wars in Europe, fearing that they could cost Scotland too much as the Scots have not improved their economy or military in quite some time.

*		Apache: The Apache people continue to move forward in and begin to expand more but only six miles northward this time. Does the small blue dot on the map represent the Apache?

**				The one in centeral North America does, I believe.

**				That small one below the Sioux and near Texas.

*		Mahdi Muhammad armies after capturing Moscow and Novogrod last year, march from Novogrod to Warsaw, and along the way the Mahdi claims to have met with God as he took the form of a burning bush in a forest the Mahdi was relieving himself in. The Caliphate's control over Russia is solidified and the Mahdi builds up his grand army as it recovers in Warsaw. During his time in Warsaw this year, the Mahdi writes a religious text containing the conversation he had with God in the forest and he uses the book to prove that he is the real Mahdi and pointing out many signs which have so far occurred that the end of days is fast approaching, announceing in the book it'll be in 1575 as the ninth year of his reign as Mahdi ends. The book is called the "Final Qur'an of the Mahdi" and is distributed across the Caliphate advocating many thousands of forced conversion to Islam, destruction of non-Islamic temples and churches, and causing a widespread embrace of so-called "Mahdi Islam" across the Caliphate and Muslim world. Otherwise the Mahdi builds up his armies, redraws the Caliphate's provincial borders to take the new territories into account and he also sends out several demands urging all provinces to expand the Caliphate. He puts particular urgency in the demand to conquer India, Balkans, Mediterranean, Italy and Spain.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy sending many troops to Europe to help in the war. The colony of Comchellak expands 500 sq km into Madagascar. Oman's economy continues to grow, but the people complain even more about the lack of Barakah. The Mahdi Caliph belief picks up real storm as almost the entire province believes he has been sent from God due to his seemingly impossible victories. As Mahdi Islam becomes the official religion of the Caliphate and its huge growth in popularity in Oman, the merchants of Oman begin spreading the new Islamic sect across the Indian Ocean to Indonesia and Africa.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its economy sending lots of aid to the armies in Europe. More rumours of beasts attacking people in the desert circulate as people believing the Caliph really is the true Mahdi due to his recent conquest of Russia, they all truly believe that the Dabbat al-ard are the culprits of the desert attacks. People begin to prepare for the seemingly fast approaching.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as the Shaybahan navy leads new efforts for the Mahdi to rule the Indian Ocean. Belief in the prophecies of the day of judgement and the Mahdi grow rapidly in Shaybah especially as Shaybahan sailors return from long journeys claiming to hear strange noises from the sky.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Like the previous year, this year's harvest is quite poor regardless of the abundant rain. This causes belief in the so called "Mahdi Islam" to rise as people begin to think that the world will end in 1575.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Like the previous year, this year's harvest is quite poor regardless of the abundant rain. This causes belief in so called "Mahdi Islam" to rise as people begin to think that the world will end in 1575. The provincial government believe so strongly that the end of the world is neigh that they ban silk clothing, respecting the elderly becomes a legal duty, as does ensuring one's children are not illegitimate. Many other laws are passed as Imans all other Balochistan preach the end of the world being neigh.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort and Koli's religious leaders spread "Mahdi Islam" across the province and the Mahdi becomes a revered figure.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. They look northwards to infidel Rajaputana and as the planed invasion of the heathen state becomes almost necessary as the Caliphate is engulfed by "Mahdi Islam" and the need to convert infidels and prepare for the day of judgement start to become almost compulsory duties for Caliphate citizens as propaganda and religious teachings usher in a new Islamic age.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Troops are placed along the Bengali border as more orders come to Deccan from the Mahdi to conquer all of India and spread Mahdi Islam.

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia begin the slow process of rebuilding the war torn regions all over the Kingdom. Fear mounts as the Caliphate armies march closer to Europe. A non-aggression pact is offered to Venice along with a message "We have no more quarrel with the Empire, if the Empire leaves us be, we will gladly be a strong ally against the infedel, plus you'll have access to the largest banking establishment in the world, The Bavarian Bankgruppe." The IMG begins to trade across the Med. The Chancellor meets with the Pope, requesting that he blesses Bavaria, and aids in keeping the heretic Muslims and Kappelists at bay. A formal offer of alliance is sent to the Holy See as a gesture of good will. The Chancellor declares "The Nations have fought bravely, we have lost much, and many have died, including our beloved King, God Rest His Soul. It is for this reason, the Great Patriotic War, intends to be the last that Bavaria shall openly attest. We will remain neutral thence forth, let it be known, that all nations of Europe will be fairly represented in our commerce. We shall not judge any nation. Let it be known also, that we will fight to defend our lands." The Reichstag votes 400-30 to place Chancellor Hienmann as King Rudolph Strassburg I.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 400 sq km, Nea Larnaka by 400 sq km and Nea Lemesos by 200 sq km.

*		Scandinavia expands its military and navy; infrastructure and the economy is improved upon. The Russian Tsar and his family are evacuated to Stockholm due to extremely close ties between our two nations. Nothing is known about the other princes from the Russian Federation. Nye Norge expands 3000 sq km. Border fortifications are built along the new Finnish-Caliphate border.

*		Venice expands its economy. The Straits of Gibraltar remain closed to Caliphate and expatriate ships.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu builds its economy to come back from the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Dimurats work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Mangyastau work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Aqmola work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Bukhara work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Turkistan works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Xwarezm works on its military.

*		Burgundy: The military begins develoment as well as economic aspects of the kingdom, colonies expand Neu Antwerp 750 sq km, Venezuela 500 sq km, Antilia expands 750 sq km, Argentium 500 sq km, Brasilea 750 sq km, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km and Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km, the Anarcadier expands 250 sq km. Anna and charles are continuing their search for a royal marriage

*		China expands its military

*		The Mayan Empire absorbs the last unclaimed land in the isthmus. Focus is again shifted north, and exansion continues into unoccupied land. The Navy is upgraded, and an expedition is sent to map the islands of the Mayan Gulf. Xaman expands south by 1000 km.

*		In Muscovy, several members of the pre-Caliphiakl establishment sneak back into Muscovy, where they start gathering up allies to overthrow the Caliphial oppressors. This includes attacking minor Caliphial patrols. However, worryingly, it is noted that, though most portions of Muscovy are still loyal to the Royal family, some of the more recently conquered peoples intend to break free upon the declaration of independence. Until then, though, they might work together.

*		In Poland, the Royal Family has fled to both Aukso Zeme, as well as Scandanavia. They also engage in pinprick attacks upon the Caliphial oppressors.

*		Rajputana expands the military and improves border forts expecting the Caliphate onslaught due to the rise of Mahdi Islam. Throughtout India there is a major backlash against Muslims due to the rapid rise of xenophobia among the Mahdi Muslims and the large, disenfanchised, and scared non-Muslim population.

*		Papal States: The Pope continues his efforts in the war, and announces that the war shall end next year to avoid further loss of life. The Pope continues to congratulate the Catholic nations in their win against the heretics, and begins sending priests into Milan to convert the inhabitants. The people express their wish to take Corsica, to have a greater time controlling any anti-Catholic actions, as well as provide better trade routes with the States to Provence. Infrastructure is improved in the States as a result of the war, and many statues are built near gravesites of those who perished for God's word to prevail. The Papal colonies continue to grow, and considering the success in the New World, the Pope begins to consider colonial expeditions to India in order to improve trade.

*		The Caliphate Province of Candar builds up its military as Candar ships supply the Caliphate war efforts via Black sea trade routes. Mahdi Islam becomes very popular in the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Rumelia builds up its military as it recovers from fighting the Byzantines. It launches the invasion of Serbia this year.

*		The Caliphate Province of Anatolia builds up its military as it recovers from fighting the Byzantines. Mahdi Islam becomes very popular in the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Wallachia builds up its military as it begins the invasion of Transylvania.

*		The Caliphate province of Al Yunaan is formed from the former Byzantine empire as it is annexed into the Caliphate. It builds up its military to help support the Caliphate's wars and keeping unrest to a minimum in the province.

1571
'''A massive earthquake strikes the southern Caspian sea. Many Caliphate towns in the vicinity are destroyed.'''

*		Portugal improves its infrastructure on its southern part. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 650 sq km along the Maranhão, and Bahia expands 500 sq km north.São Vicente expands 750 sq km along the Tietê. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 350 sq km along th coast, and 150 north.Santo Amaro expands 550 sq km north, and Santa Inês expands 150 west, finally connecting itself with São Tomé. Meanwhile, in Rio da Prata, Transplatina expands 1300 sq km along the Paraná. Meanwhile, the Vila do Rosário grows in population, and acquires strategic importance on the expansion on the capitania. Meanwhile, two settlements are founded, one being near Sacramento, but on the western side of the river, and as such, part of Transplatina, being called São José do Aguariguaçu, Aguariguaçu being a nearby tributary of the Uruguai river, and other being founded between Rosário and Santa Maria, being called São Guilherme. (OTL Gualeguay) Meanwhile, another volcanic eruption happens on São Miguel, Açores.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues planning again. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans continues planning and preparing. Elsewhere, the Honda and Tsugaru clans continues war against the Akechi and Imagawa clans. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		More of the Apachean tribes became settled about 47% of all the Apache people are farmers or settled people and some of the villages have grown into large towns. Because of this the Elder Council begins to build permant roads that connact all the settlements and trade is booming.

*		The Caliphate Province of Candar builds up its military as Candar ships supply the Caliphate war efforts via Black sea trade routes. Mahdi Islam becomes very popular in the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Rumelia builds up its military as it invades Serbia. Mahdi Islam becomes popular in the province too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Anatolia builds up its military as it supports the war efforts and to spread Mahdi Islam to the non-believers forcibly.

*		The Caliphate Province of Wallachia builds up its military as it invades Transylvania. Mahdi Islam becomes popular in the province too.

*		The Caliphate province of Al Yunaan builds up its military as it puts down several revolts. The former Byzantine rulers and loyalists are all killed this year in an effort to stop dissent. Their properties are redistributed to new Mahdi Islam converts as the Caliphate steps up efforts to convert the province to Islam.

*		Cyprus expands Nea Lefkosia by 400 sq km, Nea Larnaka by 400 sq km and Nea Lemesos by 200 sq km.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its economy sending many troops to Europe to help in the war. The colony of Comchellak expands 500 sq km into Madagascar. Mahdi Islam grows in popularity as it is used as a source of Barakah.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its economy sending lots of aid to the armies in Europe. Mahdi Islam grows in popularity and troops are sent to try find and kill some of the Dabbat al-ard in the desert.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as the Shaybahan navy leads new efforts for the Mahdi to rule the Indian Ocean. Mahdi Islam grows in popularity.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Like the previous year, this year's harvest is quite poor regardless of the abundant rain thus increasing the belief of Mahdi Islam.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Like the previous year, this year's harvest is quite poor regardless of the abundant rain. Mahdi Islam becomes even more popular.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military as Mahdi Islam becomes even more popular and Koli prepares for the day of judgement.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. They look northwards to infidel Rajaputana and as the planed invasion of the heathen state becomes almost necessary as the Caliphate is engulfed by "Mahdi Islam" and the need to convert infidels and prepare for the day of judgement start to become almost compulsory duties for Caliphate citizens as propaganda and religious teachings usher in a new Islamic age.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Troops are placed along the Bengali border as more orders come to Deccan from the Mahdi to conquer all of India and spread Mahdi Islam.

*		France: The forces against the Kappelist states continue in warfare, the King has confirmed to send 50,000 more French recruits to assist the Catholics. The weapons industry is booming, with further research in gunpowder continuing.

*		Brandenburg continues to fight wars. The war on Kappelism is over and we begin to enter and claim our gained lands. We also inform the Pope that the False Messiah of Islam may stage an invasion of the Roman Empire, so we ask if he would support. Neu Berlin expands 3000 sq km. This year Mataram invades the island named last year. (I'll add the name later.) They win, the powerful foreign forces helping them to easily defeat the primitive natives of the small island. We also send a set of very small ships to Neu Berlin to reestablish communication and to find out the latest on the colony. Otto von whatever the house was is promoted of Governor-General of Neu Berlin and associated territories.

*		Luxembourg continues to fight small guerrilla wars, but Louis XI pulls out officially.

*		The Imperial Government also declares that the victory over Kappelism is complete after war. We decide that we must now focus on the unholy, unexpected, unfriendly therat on our only eastern border: THE CALIPHATE. (Realize that we would not say Mahdiate as the Mahdi is the Christian Messiah, and we believe he is false.)

*		Scandinavia builds up its military and economy. Infrastructure is built up, connecting provincial capitals with the rest of the country. Nya Danmark expands by 2100 sq km. King Alfonse remains in Scandinavia, with his uncle Garcia remaining in Portugal as regent. Novorissiya and Kanada (Novgorodian colonies) remain untouched by the Caliphate and temporarily are administered by neighboring Nya Danmark in agreement with the Russian government-in-exile located in Stockholm. They, however, cannot expand until Russia regains control of them as soon as the Russians gain independence. Britta Klingenberg works with other famous Scandinavian artists (most notably Bjorn Nyborg) to collaborate on a large painting.

**				'''sorry for having to edit your post, but to clarifiy, there are two Garcias currently. The second son of Afonso X, who is 14, and not old enough to be a regent, and Garcia, 53, Duke of Coimbra, and regent for the most part of Pedro II's reign.'''

*		Venice builds up its military. The Straits of Gibraltar remain closed to Caliphate and expatriate ships.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria's Hashemites continue hiding in a mostly Syriac and Khoi-san town in the inner edge of the River of Hashem colony, where their first male son, Ibrahim, is born. (out of character note: this Ibrahim will be Christian because of his upbringing, and will eventually be King, so yay religious struggles after Mahdi). The Regent, meanwhile, declares war against Cyprus. Mahdi Islam takes a small heterodoxy in the province with less pressure being put on minorities for conversion, as the religious leaders state "if they do not wish to be converted, let them rot"

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine sends almost all of its troops to Wahe Bari, from where the Khedive declares war on the Zulu kingdom. Palestine adopts Mahdi Islam of the Syriac version.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt's leaders adopt Mahdi Islam of the Syriac version as they aid the Syrian Regent in Cyprus and plan to invade Venetian Crete.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tunis declares war against the Papal State, at last getting around to declare lost territory on Cape Alfons.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tripoli helps fund the Tunisian war machine.

*		The Caliphal Province of Morocco improves its army, preparing war against Granada.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia finishes the annexation of Funj into the Caliphate. Plans begin to annex Darfur.

*		The Caliphal Province of Ethiopia finishes annexing Adal. Mahdi Islam of the Syriac kind spreads.

*		Note: I'm not sure whether this is viable so Von if you have any other plans that go against what I'm writing please cross it out

*		Papal States: The Pope officially declares the war over, and blesses all those involved in ending the threat of the Kappelic heresy. Papal forces begin entering Corsica and Genoa, and priests also enter various countries to convert the majority of the peoples. Meanwhile, the Pope becomes concerned about the False Messiah of Islam, the "Heresy to the South-East," and becomes greatly concerned as he hears word of an Islamic raid on the Cape of Alfons. While he is discouraged, he does declare war on the Caliphate, and sends his troops to attack. While he does not wish to perceive it as such, the Pope addresses the people of Europe that another Holy War may be upon us. Colonial expansion is slowed this year greatly.

*		The Swahili continue their conquests with 1300 km gained in recent victories. They continue to build and expand their navy as well.

*		Seeing the Millions of troops on the horizons, Grand Prince Nicolas decides to use scorched earth tactics and minimize fighting to protect his people, leaving a brave 10 000 to defend against hordes on the Siberian borders as the rest retreat to fulfill his plan Nicolas I disassembles the druzhinas of Novgorod and hides the weapons around the city. All but 5000 unwilling inhabitants of the metropolis of Novgorod are evacuated into viborg and into other parts of the nation. The Muslims charge in to find only a limited force and an emty city with barren land. The Retreating armies burnt all the crops, killing some troops via starvation and bad logistics. The City of Archangelsk, however, remains a significant stronghold to this day due to its large miluitary and naval presence, and the unwillingness of most central asians and desert-dwellers to go to very cold places such as the white sea. The Contingent troops fight to the last man, killing many with their superior technology. But allas, technology only gets you so far, and eventualy you run out of ammo, even if it is standard caliber, they may have killed nearly 100 troops per one death, but eventually, even the best get overwhelmed. Due to most of the military in Novgorod consisting of Trained citizens in an orgonized militia (because of the passed law on the druzhina), most men know how to fight a war and follow orders. The Navy is ordered to retreat to the colonies and await further instructions, growing the settlement of Kanada and Novorossiya by 1000 sq km each. Many of the professional forces of Russia retreat with the Muscovian and Novgorodian governments to Denmark and Sweden/Finland. Many people evacuate with the navy to the colonies, led by the Grand Prince himself. The Spetsnaz conduct sabotage and guerrilla warfare all the time, attacking supply lines of the Muslims and commanding partisan regiments. The Russian weapons are hidden in vaults all across Novgorod's vast empire, and the weapon smiths continue to be loyal to the governments in exile, producing many weapons so that they can rise again. Citizens are ordered to not give any food to the invaders, and to burn everything if they leave. The Spetsnaz manage to free the patriarch of Moscow from custody and bring him to the court-in-exile. All in all, many deaths are averted as they plan a counter attack and many families get secret messages in the night telling them to train for the upcomming coutner-attack when the Grand Prince calls upon the Druzhinas. Novgorod is set aflame by the Muslim occupants, similar to what happened to Napoleon in Moscow, more men dying due to unprepardness to the cold. (I hope that this is not against the rules, but this is just a plausible scenario in occupied Russia. I just wanted to present a semi-plausible scenario for Novgorod's capture). Later, during several attacks in Novgorod proper, the Caliphal governor is killed by an elite Russian Spetsnaz assassin using their new gravity blades. and a pistol in the head. He was captured but luckily, his friends were able to black powder him and many others out of prison. His actions were all sanctioned by the Patriarch of Russia and he is viewed as a hero by many.

*		Well, Novogrod's navy would have been captured.

*		'''How? you did not send ships, and if you did, you would have to have passed through the narrow cat's neck between Denmark and Sweden, a place Russian Bogatyrs are more than capable of defending, and also, it makes sense to retreat the navy to a safer position for a later full-on assault on the Caliphate. I think I have set up a quite good comeback system without really the need to admit any real defeat (with Archangelsk and the north being a free stronghold)'''

*		'''You didn't post the years you were being conquered. The navies aren't just going to wait in the sea for a response from the government, though'''

*		'''And they also arent going to wait around and get captured. Admirals and captians would sieze command and either start the bombardment of the shore or retreat to someplace safe and await orders. the orders have been stated above. This is one of the most if not the most advanced navy in the known world (i.e. Bogatyrs).'''

*		Rajputana expands the military and many people convert to Sikhism. A large number of people near the border lands begin to arm themselves and are trained by the army to fight an intense guerrilla campaign against the Muslims if the invasion does come. Unrest against Muslims comes to ahead throughout India.

*		Burgundy: The Kingdom continues its fighting against Kappelist. Colonies expand Neu Antwerp 750 sq km, Venezuela 500 sq km, Antilia expands 750 sq km, Argentium 500 sq km, Brasilea 750 sq km, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km and Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km, the Anarcadier expands 250 sq km. Anna and Charles are continuing their search for a royal marriage, military is expanded, and so is the economy and infrastructure to head throughout India.

*		The Mayan Empire continues expanding north. Some small European colonies are encountered, and expansion continues around them. The Navy is upgraded in another attempt to bring it up to European standards. Xaman expands 1000 km south.

*		Many rogue band of Muslims, which Mahdi does nothing to stop, go around massacring whole towns of Christians, moving from town to town to kill the infidels. These groups grow exponentially, and former Russian territories have become known as the 'Red Rose'. Many such groups come from Perso-Turkish areas, a large minority being homeless victimes of the earthquake.

**				'''One problem there, the nature of the Russian (at least Novgorodian) military requires every family to have at least one ready man to serve in the druzhina (more organized version of militia) at any time. so you would have a bit more trouble killing us, especially with all the Spetsnaz and partisan warfare and whatnot.'''

**				'''Not to mention, in Muscovy, the government in exile has aligned with the Red Hand, so these 'Red Rose' attacks are being paid back. And the above applies to all Russia.'''

**				'''It would also be that the nature of these people is convert or kill. They don't care about their own lives. They are religious fanatics. You may compare it to suicide terrorists.'''

**				'''Those fanatics would still be huge manority of all Muslims, just as the Islamic terrorists are today. Also, the Caliphate can not use the covert or die approach to Russia. This is a nation of 17+ million non-Muslims. 17 million religious Orthodox and Catholic Christians, good luck with that. Even the dumbest ruler would know not to aggravate them while fighting three wars.'''

**

**				'''They'd be more than in OTL because, you know, they think the world's about to end. And again, really, 17 million? I get you had a boom, but multiplying the population of the time by three?!'''

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu builds its economy to come back from the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman declares war on Cyprus.

*		The Caliphate Province of Dimurats work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Mangyastau work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Aqmola work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Bukhara work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Turkistan works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Xwarezm works on its military.

*		In Muscovy, agents of the Government-In-Exile contact the head of the Red Hand. They begin to form a plan, and, together, start reforming small armies, arming men, all under the radar of the Caliphate. secretly, plans begin to emerge to rebel in 1577; however, though the whole Federation. In response to the 'Red Rose' attacks, convoys of Caliphial troops are attacked and brutally wiped out, along with any Muslims who attmept to start settlements or the like in Muscovy. Special forces go into Caliphate lines and begin a spree of assasinations, culminating with the assasination of the Caliphal governor of Muscovy.

*		'''I was okay initially with you doing some minor event in Russia, but this is too much. It's against the rules moreover. Also, there are no Muslims trying to settle in Russia, they believe this is the final years of theit life, they'd have no reason for doing so.'''

*		The Polish government, making contact with the branh of the Red Hand in Poland, agrees on a plan in collusion with the other states, preparing for the revolution in 1577. That said, many part of the country secretly wish to break free of the Federation, though most, having been part of the Federation for *AHEM* over 100 years, disagree.

**				And they were part of Russia in OTL for even longer yet they still rebelled away eventually though.

**				'''yes, and 100 years of relative freedom and peace, now, there is chaos, tyranny and anarchy. People will look back to the days of the Good old RF that they lived in and eventualy liberated them.'''

1572
'''An kingdom is discovered in OTL Philippines, being centered on the city of Butuan. Meanwhile, Muhammad ul-Halim, a local noble from the island of Sug (OTL Sulu), stages an uprising against the Bruneian government, and manages to take over the surrounding islands and the Bruneian territory on the big island at east (OTL Mindanao), and declares the independence of the region as the Sultanate of Sulu, with himself as Sultan. Meanwhile, another sultanate is established nearby by the Magindanaw people.'''

*		Portugal continues building up its infrastructure on the south. Meanwhile, in Açores, another volcanic eruption happens on the Ilha do Pico. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 400 sq km inland, and Santa Inês expands 700 sq km inland. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 600 sq km along the Maranhão, while São Vicente expands 800 sq km in Rio da Prata, Transplatina expands 1150 sq km along the Paraná, and 750 inland near São Guilherme. Meanwhile, Garcia of Coimbra, still acting as regent, arranges a betrothal of Infante Garcia with Isabel, the daughter of the Duke of Barcelos. Meanwhile, a town that grew around the feitoria of Lagos, and is named homonymously, receives its carta de foral.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi continues planning again. Meanwhile the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans begins their war against the Fujiwara clan. Elsewhere, the Honda and Tsugaru clans continues war against the Akechi and Imagawa clans. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		Cyprus fights back against the Caliphate invaders however the island is taken (it's pretty darn obvious I'm  going to lose, isn't it?) The royal family flees to Nea Lefkosia and sets up a government in exile there. Guerrilla fighters retreat into the mountains and continue to attack the Caliphate invaders with the support of the royal family.

**				'''If you're okay with being conquered by the Caliphate without an algorithm then I'll greatly appreciate it. I'll owe you a favour or two. VonGlusenburg''' (talk to Von!) 19:28, January 5, 2013 (UTC)

**				I think that's what it means when he says the royal family flees and setting up a gov't in exile.

*		Burgundy: The Kingdom offers the Cyprian royal family to remain at Burgundy as a show of our support your nation and Charles of Burgundy Ask The royal family for a royal marriage. While this, the Military is Built up and the Economic and infrastructure, and Recovery plans are drawn to recover Cyprus after dealing with the Kappelists and the German Civil war ,colonies expand Neu Antwerp 750 sq km, Venezuela 500 sq km, Antilia expands 750 sq km, Argentium 500 sq km, Brasilea 750 sq km, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km and Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km, the Anarcadier expands 250 sq km. Anna is continuing her search for a royal marriage.

*		Scandinavia builds up its military and economy. Infrastructure is built up, connecting provincial capitals with the rest of the country. Nya Danmark expands by 2100 sq km. Britta Klingenberg works with other famous Scandinavian artists (most notably Bjorn Nyborg) to collaborate on a large painting.

*		Venice builds up its military. The Straits of Gibraltar remain closed to Caliphate and expatriate ships.

*		Papal States: After discussions with the Church, the Pope expresses his wish that war should not be fought over a sliver of land. In a letter sent from the Pope, Tunisia and the Madhi are offered the Cape of Alfons instead of fighting over it, to protect from further destruction and loss of lives. Before the province can answer, the majority of the inhabitants of Cape of Alfons escape the cape with the help of the Papal Navy, and are relocated in Corsica and Provence. Infrastructure continues to improve the quality of life in Rome, and even in the continually-converted island of Corsica. Meanwhile, colonial expansion continues, as the profits from crops continue to help expand the Navy. If Europe can avoid a great deal of war this decade, the Pope plans to try to start a colony in Asia, possibly in the Indian region.

**				The Mahdi agrees to this deal and lets them leave. However he supplies them all with copies of his final Qu'arn and urges them to convert to Mahdi Islam before it is too late and they are left behind in the day of judgement.

**				You do understand that those books are likely going to be fueling an Inqusition bonfire.

**				Yeah but the Mahdi is so far up is own arse so he thinks this would make an actual difference.

*		Rajputana expands the military and continues to train the populace the fight an underground war of hit and run if the Caliphate dose invade. More people convert to Sikhism.

*		The Caliphal Province of Tunis, after gaining the land that the Emir considers reasonable, declares  war on Naples instead, seeking to regain the Emirate of Sicily.

*		The Caliphal Province of Morocco declares war on Granada, using it and Algiers' Mediterranean navies to land on Granadan territory.

*		The Caliphal Province of Nubia declares war on Darfur.

*		The Caliphal Province of Syria's Regent helps with the wars in Granada and Naples. The Emir's family remains in the River of Hashem, celebrating Ibrahim's first birthday in a Syriac village.

*		The Caliphal Province of Palestine continues warring against the Zulu.

*		The Caliphal Province of Egypt declares war on the Sultanate of Ternate, hoping to gain the Spice Isles.

*		Where's Ternate?

*		'''It's in the map of the Majapahit collapse. It's the Spice Islands east of Sulawesi (the isle where Egypt's colony is).'''

*		Brandenburg expands its military and economy. Troops from all over the empire (of Brandenburg) are garrisoned along the border. A son is born to Wilhelm and Annemarie, heir to the thrones of Austria and Brandenburg and transferrable king of Aragon. Wilhelm, satisified with the Brandenburgish situation for now, travels to Aragon to go on a tour of his realm. His brother Frederick stays as regent in Brandenburg. The fleet in Mataram helps them conquer Sumba, now that the conquest of Sasak is over.

*		The Imperial Government orders all troops fighting in the Kappelist war to return home and all troops held on reserve to move to the eastern front in case of a war with the Caliphate.

*		Luxembourg expands its economy and infrastructure. Louis XI dies and Louis XII becomes the Grand Duke. He secretely begins to prepare to get rid of Burgundy surrounding him, so he contact Scandinavia and Brandenburg and asks and if they might be willing to help.

*		The Mayan Empire continues expanding north. Xaman expands 1000 km south. Orthodoxy continues its ascent in the Empire.

*		The Caliphate Province of Circassia builds up its economy to help fund the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Al-Slaveit works on its military to help the war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Crimea builds up its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Georgia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of West Qoyunlu declares war on Venice, beingly largely annoyed by the ship blovkade, Cilesia and Karaman also lead certain attacks.

*		The Caliphate Province of East Qoyunlu builds its economy to come back from the war.

*		The Caliphate Province of Cilicia works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Persia builds up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Iraq works on building up its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Trebizond works on its economy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Karaman conquers Cyprus.

*		The Caliphate Province of Dimurats work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Mangyastau work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Aqmola work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Bukhara work on their military to support the Caliph.

*		The Caliphate Province of Turkistan works on its military.

*		The Caliphate Province of Xwarezm works on its military.

*		Many rogue groops still go throughout Russia, massacaring whole cities. There is a buisness also going on for the more corrupt Muslims, who see the profit in looting whole cities and taking money from the dead. The growth of these groups increase exponentially, to a point where the Russian States combined have a population of about two million. The Mahdi, now slightly concerned, reason because he needs labour to upkeep his troops makes an official proclamation that it is against the will of God to massacre cities in whole.

**				'''Is anyone seeing this? is anyone? how many people have to die for this to happen. what you are saying is that about 18+ million people (Russian states had at least, at least 20 million population before the attack easy), most of whom have at least one trained man in their hosehold, died at the hand of less than 10 000 within one year, there arent even enough people that are even willing to do that. Nope, not buying it at all.'''

**				'''You don't have to buy it. If each household had 'one armed man', they would have fought in the war of Russian Conquest. Henceforth, the population of non-Muslims who are armed is relatively small as of after the conquest. And I'm not sure you get the scale these people are taking this. They literally go city to city and just wipe all of it out, leaving behind ghost towns.'''

**				'''Did you even read my post in 1571? the Novgorodian GP realized that even if they could repell the Muslims, they would lose a significant number of population, so he did what Russia did during the Napoleonic invasion. Created ghost cities and burned crops. Nobody was in Novgorod during the capture, and Nicolas I disassembled the druzhina to wait for the opportune moment to strike.'''

**				You can't do that for every city, otherwise you'll just have a gigantic nomad population with no food source, which will increase the number of deaths even more by starvation.

*		Attacks and raids continue against Muslim armies in Novgorod. The Men in The Russian states (pending plausibility check which I am almost certain it will pass) are very good at repelling attacks by rogue Muslim cells with the help of Spetsnaz units and partisans, deaths not surpassing 10 000.

**				'''That's excessive meddling with a nation that is not yours. As said the turn before, a few minor comment such as some resistance and such I can take, but not controlling assassinations and such.'''

**				'''Say what? how is that not implausible, I am playing as the colonies and the governement in exile, and people dont like the current governement because of all the attacks and relative anarchy. In any case, you crossed even parts you said you are ok with, i.e. resistance, you dont like assasination this year? fine.'''

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military to help the Mahdi's wars.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military as whole armies are sent to go patrol the desert to find and kill the Dabbat al-ard who are apparently killing people in the desert.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military as the Shaybahan navy leads new efforts for the Mahdi to rule the Indian Ocean. Mahdi Islam grows in popularity.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Mahdi Islam becomes even more popular.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military as Mahdi Islam becomes even more popular and Koli prepares for the day of judgement.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Lots of Mahdi Islam Imans go & spread the new religion with lots going into Bengal and Rajaputana to do so.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Skirmishes begin into Bengal and lots of Mahdi Islam propaganda is sent into the nation.

*		The Caliphate Province of Candar builds up its military as Candar ships supply the Caliphate war efforts via Black sea trade routes. Mahdi Islam becomes very popular in the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Rumelia builds up its military as it invades Serbia.

*		The Caliphate Province of Anatolia builds up its military as it recovers from fighting the Byzantines. Mahdi Islam becomes very popular in the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Wallachia builds up its military as it invades Transylvania.

*		The Caliphate province of Al Yunaan builds up its military to help support the Caliphate's wars and keeping unrest to a minimum in the province.

1573
'''Some tribal chiefs on the OTL Visayas Islands form an confederation. Meanwhile, an Hindu kingdom forms in the island of Cebu.'''

The Aymará tribes break away from the Inca Empire.

*		Portugal continues improving its infrastructure. Meanwhile, Infante Garcia's marriage is realized. Meanwhile, in Brasil, São Sebastião expands 600 sq km inland, while Paranaguá expands 900 sq km inland. Meanwhile, in Pará, an village is founded on the bansk of the Maranhão, being called Santarém, after the Portuguese city of the same name. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 900 sq km inland. Meanwhile, Transplatina expands 1500 sq km north, now following two rivers. The westernmost one is called Salgado by the explorers, and the easternmost is considered to be the continuation of the Paraná. One settlement is founded near the bifurcation of the two rivers, being called Santa Fé de Vera Cruz. Meanwhile, in Loanda, Loanda expands 350 sq km south, and Benguela expands 150 sq km south.

*		Brandenburg expands its military and economy. More men are drafted and sent to the border, but even more are sent to Courland to be on the defense. Neu Berlin expands 2100 sq km. The Governor of Neu Berlin deploys a small expedition to the former Russian colony in the north, having heard that the Russians are defeated. The dying colonists accept aid from Neu Berlin and agree to live off Neu Berlin for the time being. Meanwhile Mataram invades Wahali after the victory of Sumba last year, and the fleet continues to use foreign modern technology to shock and defeat those attacked. The fleet in Mataram also continues to attempt building technology not unlike what they already have to increase their supplies.

**				'''You understood it wrong again. The 75% means that if you could expand 1000 sq km per turn, if you use a full turn, you only can expand 750 sq km. This 75% is not to be multiplied.'''

**				So it's 6300?

**				'''This expansion fiasco has gone on long enough. 75% of something will never be more than the original number-- it's simple math. Let's end the confusion. You expand 2000 for age and 100 sq km as a bonus for a total of 2100 sq km.'''

**				4725 is less than 6300...

**				'''Those numbers are horribly wrong. Collie is acquainted with the rules and has stated multiple times that your bonuses are wrong. 2100 is the way to go... at least until the 100th year anniversary of your colony.'''

**				'''So obviously the rules don't matter...okay then. 2100 it is.'''

*		Luxembourg expands economy and infrastructure. Louis XII continues to oppose Burgundy.

**				Brandenburg denies the Luxembourgish request of last year.

*		The Imperial Government decides that the new capital will be in Switzerland, and a city along the Alps will be chosen.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and Satomi Hidefumi makes a deal with the Fujiwara clan: if Satomi help Fujiwara in the war against the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans, then Fujiwara would join into the Satomi clan but the Fujiwara still gets to rule their own area while being part of Satomi. The Fujiwara clans accepts, and soon the Satomi clan helps the Fujiwara clan in their war against the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans. Elsewhere, the Honda and Tsugaru clans continues war against the Akechi and Imagawa clans. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Cyprus continues its guerrilla attacks on the Caliphate invaders. Nea Lefkosia develops slightly faster due to it becoming the new hub of Cyprus.

**				'''@ Von, yeah sure take it over without an algorithm. An algorithm will only prolong the pain, LOL. '''

***						Thank you so much, I owe you one :) ~Von.

*		Scotland's economy improves as the government encourages trade. Many new buildings are built in the land, giving jobs for the people of Scotland. The increase of merchants convinces the king to fund an exploratory voyage in effort to secure a Scottish place in the international sea trade which is picking up.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		Saxony (Hello everyone, I'm back!) The Elector sends an official letter of thanks to the King of Brandenburg for assistance in the Kappelist war. The country continues to get back onto its feet, with buildings being rebuilt and life returning to normal. An Army Corps is stationed in newly-occupied Altmark, and a (Catholic) provisional government is set up. Prince Krederick Karl marries the daughter of the former ruler of Altmark to strengthen the Saxon occupation. In the winter, Elector Otto dies, with his son Rupprecht taking over as ruler.

*		Anhalt: The sovereign Prince, Leopold, falls ill, and his son takes over power as Regent. The army begins restructuring and rebuilding after the war. The land generally rebuilds from the war.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: The new Archbishop sends priests to Saxon Altmark to spread Catholicism in what was a Kappelist land. The episcopal army is also rebuilt from the damage sustained in the war. His Grace the Archbishop preaches a Homily about the growing threat of the Caliphate heathens, saying that Christian Europe should be constantly weary and prepared for any moves by the heathens, who truly are the spawn of Satan.

*		China expands its military, especially its navy. Meanwhile, a wave of urbanization sweeps over China.

*		Scandinavia builds up its military and economy. Infrastructure is built up, connecting provincial capitals with the rest of the country. Nya Danmark expands by 2100 sq km. Britta Klingenberg and Bjorn Nyborg continue working on a collaborative painting.

*		Venice builds up its military. The Straits of Gibraltar remain closed to Caliphate and expatriate ships. The navy defends Crete and mainland Venice, making a naval assault from the Caliphate very, very difficult.

*		The Mahdi is excited at the win over Venice and Cyprus has the Caliphate grows even stronger in the Mediterranean. Inspired by the victories of his generals, the Mahdi decides to leave Warsaw and he launches a massive assault on the Holy Roman Empire itself with the Mahdi leading his armies to attack Bohemia and Brandenburg as the two nations are invaded.

*		Papal States: The Pope continues to address his fierce opposition on the Caliphate, and that their tyranny must be halted. Innocent inhabitants of the Cape of Alfons continue to return to the Papal States, and the Pope notices many of them are bearing with them Qur'ans. He also hears word of attacks on Venice, and sends military aid to assist them with their war. Colonial efforts are put on hold until the Caliphate oppression stops. Infrastructural efforts are the greatest improvement in Rome in years, as many come to visit the Pope as he holds Christmas mass. Kappelist conversion efforts continue, as thousands are returned to the One True Faith and openly express their gratitude to the Church for saving them from the heresy from their previous governments.

*		The Mayan Empire continues expanding north, and arrives at a river (OTL Rio Grande), which they name the Likin River. They decide to avoid European contact for now, and expand along the southern border of the Likin. Xaman expands south by 1000 km, and Orthodoxy keeps expanding in the Empire.

*		Burgundy: Military build up continues, as well as the economic ambits and the infrastructure. While this, Charles and Anna continue seeking a royal marriage. While this, several paths are built along the Kingdom, colonies expand Neu Antwerp 850 sq km, Venezuela 500 sq km, Antilia expands 750 sq km, Argentium 500 sq km, Brasilea 850 sq km, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km and Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km, the Anarcadier expands 250 sq km, the Council gives further autonomy to the Netherlands and near Amsterdam Jan Leeghwater discovers about the windmills and proposes the governor of Holland to drain lakes along the coastline to gain land from the northern sea, he agrees to do so.

*		Attacks on supply lines of Muslims continue. More firearms and weapons are stashed, and the fires of blacksmiths seem to keep going throughout the night. More attacks by Muslims are repelled by the Red Hand and partisans. Assassin Nikita Romanov, son of Vecheslav Romanov, the one who killed the Caliphal governors, infiltrates the Novgorodian governor's kitchen and poisons him, as well as many other Caliphal officials under the pseudonym Ivan kalashnikov. His false conversion to Islam was sanctioned by the Patriarch for the good of Russia. More anarchy continues and the colonies are growing by 1000 sq km due to secret evacuations via Baltica and Finland with refugees. The Red Rose should only number about 1000 max now.

*		'''No type of intoxicant is allowed in Islam, therefore all types of alcohol and most illegal drugs. The Red Hand is also severely outnumbered compared to the rogues.'''

*		'''Actualy, what is banned is fermented plants and their fruits (or anything that grows or something like that), mead, which is made out of fermented honey, is a neat loophole in that respect, and thus the only type of alcohol Muslims can drink. It's a neat fun fact actually... and Novgorod produced a lot of it. And why can't refugees leave the country? They are being evacuated once they leave the nation.'''

*		'''Sorry, kinda just crossed the whole thing because I was lazy. And every type of intoxicant is illegal. Look up surah Al-Meada 5:90/'''

**				​OK then, my bad.

*		'''The Red Hand is aided by various rebel druzhina members. EVERY SINGLE MALE ABLE ADULT RUSSIAN IS ATTACKING YOUR 'RED ROSE'. It is no where close to that.'''

*		'''Well, not every single male adult. But many. Guerrilla warfare!'''

*		'''Yeah, this is saying there is a scenario where the Russians didn't fight at all but were just conquered, which is not the case. A small minority of houses have trained/armed men, considering Russia has had a war with the Mahdiate. So the numbers for Christian Russian males is pretty low right now, also considering rogue band attacks which easily outnumber and outpower resistance.'''

*		'''Moscow got the brunt of the attack, and I dont know what Moscow did, but Novgorod used their superior technology to their advantage, but eventualy ran out of ammo and got overwhelmed, and the Grand Prince felt that Keeping his people alive was more important than fighting off Muslims so that they can completely decimate them when their forces are stretched too thin due to warmongering. And also, guns, these men are not armed, they are trained to fight with weapons, follow orders, and make makeshift weapons with things usualy found on a farm and fight with them(since most farms have axes, they learn to fight with axes). And most households only sent one male, who got trained, and then usualy trained his male siblings to do the same. What you misunderstand, guns, is that not everyone is armed(that would be impossible to create that many weapons in general), but everyone, some better than others, are trained to adequatly fight off invaders with household items such as scithes and axes, and for the lucky ones that can hunt, with bows.'''

*		'''Mmm. They are going to be slaughtered by mass numbers of rogues with guns.'''

*		'''Guns of the time are very slow to reload, and not especialy accurate. These rogues can't possibly number more than 10 000(very realisticly, since if Muslims believe end of world they would be at home preying to be sent to heavan on judgement day, not riding killing cities), and they should not be all that well trained. One shot is all it takes to take the rogue out for a minute while he reloads. Time enough for a man to stick an axe in his back, or slice off his head. Anyway, this is clogging up the game page, may I suggest moving this to the talk page? -Lx'''

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military to help the Mahdi's wars.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military for various reasons.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military and Mahdi Islam grows in popularity too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Mahdi Islam becomes even more popular.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its economy to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Mahdi Islam becomes even more popular.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military as Mahdi Islam becomes even more popular and Koli prepares for the day of judgement.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Lots of Mahdi Islam Imans go & spread the new religion with lots going into Bengal and Rajaputana to spread Mahdi Islam too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military to help fuel the Mahdi's war effort. Skirmishes begin into Bengal and lots of Mahdi Islam propaganda is sent into the nation.

*		The Caliphate Province of Candar builds up its military to help the war effort. Mahdi Islam becomes very popular in the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Rumelia builds up its military as it invades Serbia.

*		The Caliphate Province of Anatolia builds up its military sending many troops to aid campaigns across the Mahdiate. Mahdi Islam becomes more popular in the province too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Wallachia builds up its military as it invades Transylvania.

*		The Caliphate province of Al Yunaan builds up its military to help support the Caliphate's wars and keeping unrest to a minimum in the province.

*		The Government-In-Exile of Muscovy continues inciting the Druzhinas in Muscovy and all Russia to rise up, heavily outnumbering the 'Red Rose'. Plans for the Great Insurrection (as it is known) are shifted up to 1575. Meanwhile, throughout Muscovy, the word is spread. The Red Hand announces in every town in Russia that 'for every Russian, every Christian killed by the 'Red Rose', ten Muslims must die. For every year of injustice under them, ten years must be inflicted upon the Muslims.' Patrols of Caliphal soldiers are randomly slaughtered in the street, and it is no longer safe in Muscovy, Rostov, Yaroslavl, Ivansgrad, or Tver for Muslims to roam the streets alone. There are some districts in each city which entirely attempt to keep out Caliphial soldiers, and they are only broken by massed attacks of the soldiers. Overall, though, the Caliphate rules over Muscovy with an Iron hand.

*		In Poland, though all are massively opposed to the Caliphate, more and more, people clamor for independence from both the Caliphate and the Federation.

1574
''' The former Venetian  Antillian colonies declare independance as the Federated States of Antillia. The first Doge of the FSA ,Feliciano Vargas, is sworn in at an elaborate ceremony in the Capital of Nuova Venexia. The FSA begins the process of uniting their three territories. '''



Besides, it's against the rules. Venice was not annexed. Also, why didn't any other defeated country have their colonies declare independence?'''

The higher taxes on the colonists and the lack of resources though would annoy them, probably slowing down expansion but unless the situation gets a lot more deadly then they won't declare independence.'''





''' After many years of inactivity, the Bengali government is seen to be a nuisance and they are assassinated by a group of Mahdi Islam followers. This sends Bengal into civil disarray as the various ethic groups in Bengal's empire sees this as their chance to escape imperial rule. The Sultanate of Brunei breaks away from Bengal as its own independent sultanate too. Their vassal on Sri Lanka splits between the Kingdoms of Jaffna and the Kingdom of Kotte.However, Kotte itself collapses soon after, splitting itself between the kingdoms of Sitawaka, Raigama and Kandy, while a Kotte remnant stabilizes itself on the western coast, but doesn't seem to control more than that region. '''

*		Portugal continues building up its infrastructure. Meanwhile, in Antília, São Tomé expands 1000 sq km north, and in Brasil, São Vicente expands 900 sq km along the Tietê and Bahia expands 600 sq km inland. In Rio da Prata, Transplatina expands 900 sq km along the Paraná, also expanding 300 sq km north inland around Santa Fé and 700 west inland, near the Salgado. Meanwhile, after a proposal of the Capitão-donatário Ordonho de Celanova, the Duke Garcia divides Transplatina into two capitanias, Paraná and Santa Maria, to avoid overextension of the capitania.Francisco Giraldes receives the capitania of Santa Maria, and Ordonho receives Paraná, and places its capital on Rosário. Meanwhile, two archdioceses are created in the New World, as the only archdiocese on the colonies was São Salvador da Bahia.those new archdioceses are placed in Lara, Antília (OTL Boston), and in Santa Maria, Rio da Prata.

*		China continues to expand its military.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and help the Fujiwara fight against the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans. Elsewhere, the Honda and Tsugaru clans continues war against the Akechi and Imagawa clans. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Cyprus continues to support guerilla attacks in Cyprus itself against the Caliphate invaders. Nea Lefkosia is expanded by 400 sq km, Nea Larnakaby 400 sq km, and Nea Lemesos by 200 sq km.

*		The Manchurians expand their New Manchuria and New Harbin colonies by 500 sq km each.

*		Apache: An ambitious Warchief Govind storms into the an Elder Council session and calls to his men to kill all who do not support him. 95 out of 125 Counciliars are executed and the ones that were executed were replaced by men loyal to Govind. Govind declares him Great Warchief and all councilars must be appointed by the central government. Great Warchief Govind collects his tribe and members of other tribes and establishes the beggining of the first city Ekta in honor of the uniter. Ekta is founded on a Mesa and a rough system of water transporting begins because of the centralized living. 70% of the Apache people live in settled farming villages.

*		Scandinavia builds up its military and economy. Infrastructure is built up, connecting provincial capitals with the rest of the country. Nya Danmark expands by 2100 sq km. Britta Klingenberg and Bjorn Nyborg continue working on a collaborative painting, though it is not disclosed what the painting will have--leaving mystery. They work in a chamber within the Palassen Skandinavia in Stockholm.

*		Venice builds its post-war economy and begins repairs. (Since that event will be removed) the colonies expand at half-rate, each expanding by 500 sq km. Detachments of men are sent to the already-fortified colonies to defend against any outside attack. The navy withdraws to the coast of friendly Portugal, near Algarve where they are under orders to assault any Caliphate or expatriate ship leaving the Straits.

*		The rogues in Pol al-Jakub now settle down as a majority of the population has been killed and there is not much more to loot. It is estimated that the rogues make up 40% of the population, as they make communities to upkeep themselves until the day of Judgement.

*		Many rogues originating from the Muslim parts of former Russia and refugees from begin the 'final push'. This is high sense of alertness, the killings increase, unlike in Pol al-Jakub. The rogue bands go around burning crops in Novgrod, Al-thalch and Muscovy literally burning towns down to the root, burning forest, making the winter exeptionally cruel, killing of even the rogues, but even more Russians who are unprepared to go a winter without food or heat. or by those pushed out by the Russian gov't in exile, a house. Russia's female population outnumbers the male by 3:1, causing many rogues to also stop killing, but in this case be slave-capturers, where the women are sent to the Qoyunlus, where their life is spared from 'Russia's Hardest Winter'.

*		'''WHOA. 3:1? Look, Russia will have had a roughly even birthrate here, OK? 1:1. This means that around 12 million people (In ALL of Russia) are male, and 12 million are female. At this point, the 'Red Rose' comes in and starts slaughtering people. For this to get to a three to one ration, you need to kill nine million people in five years! Hitler barely beat that! And he had concentration camps, machine guns, gas cahmbers... come to think of it, since he started around 1935, Hitler DIDN'T beat that! If he killed 11 million (six million Jews and five million others) people in ten years, we then work out that he killed 5.5 million in the first five years. Are you honestly suggesting you could do 3.5 million better 350 years earlier? IMPLAUSOGASM.'''

*		Many rogues arrive in Sicily where they start the same tactics as in Russia, but as the island is small compared to Russia, are much more successful, as rebels have nowhere to hide, they slow down by the end of the year as in Mahdi's First Qur'an, God says that the last year, if spent praying for mercy, will erase all sins you have ever done, unconditionally.

*		This year receives the largest amount of pilgrims ever to go on Hajj, as the people of all different colour, languages and ethnicities pour into the city of Mecca. It is a wonderful sight to see, the economy of the city has poured into the treasury in tons of gold as donations from people around the world to have a merit on the Day of Judgement. Among the pilgrims, Ahmed Ali, the musician, after his return from Africa, and his service to Mahdi in the taking of Gibraltar, has made Hajj, making the scene that much more delightful.

*		Brandenburg expands its military and economy. Neu Berlin expands 2100 sq km. Mataram invades Bima. After the war is over, the fleet contracts help from the conquered territories and overthrows the Muslim Matarami government. The fleet admiral Niel Kaffen declares the conquered territories part of the Brandenburgish Empire (which is really part of the greater HRE), and that the Germans will continue expanding along the islands. Two ships are sent home to deliver the news. Meanwhile we continue to get ready for the war. We send more troops to Courland. The government of Brandenburg, Aragon, and Austria continues to remain in three separate bodies, although the single monarchy remains based in Brandenburg, moving to Vienna and whatever the capital of Aragon is frequently. The wartime capital is moved towards Hesse due to Berlin's proximity to the Caliphate border.

**				I think the capital of Aragon is either Zaragoza or Barcelona.

**				'''Mataram is an Islamic sultanate on the other side of the world, you've not conquered them or anything and your currently being invaded by the Mahdiate. You will not be allowed to control Mataram until you invade it and conquer it.'''

*		Tibet: The Sumetra expedition fleet contacts the government of Pasai. Confused at the lack of response from the Bengalese government about the Arakan-Pegu issue, the Tibetan government sends out diplomats to contact the government of Pegu (from the Shan Sultanate). The elections in Tibet commence, with Cheyong Heu running again. Sayon Tsu-Heu, the Third Dalai Lama, travels through Nepal and Bhutan. The Wacheng exclave continues expanding the navy, while Tibet and its other vassals focus on economic development. Routes from the Shan Sultanate and Ava to Arakan and Pegu are improved, as well as routes across the Himalayas. New monasteries are built in Bhutan, southern Tibet and the Shan Sultanate.

*		France: With the war against the Kappelists finished, the King turns his attention to Normandy and Brittany, two Duchies that remain independant from France, and appear to be relatively tribal. The Army continues being built up, with new weaponry being developed, including new larger cannons, with cannonballs being produced at a rapid rate for the Army and the Navy. The Marine Royale (Royal French Navy) is officially launched by King Louis II, and former legendary pirate, Jacque Bernard, who is now Commander of the Navy. There are plans to build the Navy at least 150-200 ships, and make the largest Navy in the world. Brittany is expected to be a major place for constructing ships, and forming more access to the New World.

*		'''Your statement about Normandy and Brittany being tribal would be more accurate if we were playing a game set on the 10th century. And plus, Louis II lived 700 years before the things you are doing. You can't just retcon the existance of at least nine or ten louis that were kings of France before this one.'''

*		Saxony: Rebuilding continues. The army is improved, and is almost back to full manpower. Plans are drawn up for fortifications on the border with Brandenburg, which would serve as a second line of defence in the event of a Caliphate invasion of Brandenburg. Mass conversions back to Catholicism occur in occupied Altmark. All Altmarkish nobles who oppose the Saxon occupation are replaced with loyal Saxons, and those who support the new order are rewarded with money and membership of the order of St. Mathilda.

*		Anhalt: Rebuilding continues, and the army is improved. The old Prince dies, and is succeeded by his son, who renews his oath of allegience to the Electors of Saxony.

*		Archbishopric of Magdeburg: More missionaries are sent to Altmark. With the war over, work resumes on the Episcopal palace, which will be completed next year. The army is improved.

*		The Mahdiate Province of Gibraltar works on its navy.

*		The Caliphate Province of Oman amps up its military to help the Mahdi's wars.

*		The Caliphate Province of Nejd builds up its military for various reasons.

*		The Caliphate Province of Shaybah builds up its military and Mahdi Islam grows in popularity too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Afghanistan builds up its military and then it invades the Delhi Sultanate.

*		The Caliphate Province of Balochistan builds up its military as it invades Rajaputana.

*		The Caliphate Province of Koli builds up its military as Mahdi Islam becomes even more popular and Koli prepares for the day of judgement.

*		The Caliphate Province of Gujarat builds up its military as Bengal and Rajaputana are invaded by Gujarat.

*		The Caliphate Province of Deccan builds up its military as it invades Bengal.

*		The Caliphate Province of Candar builds up its military to help the war effort. Mahdi Islam becomes very popular in the province.

*		The Caliphate Province of Rumelia builds up its military as it invades Serbia and Montenegro.

*		The Caliphate Province of Anatolia builds up its military sending many troops to aid campaigns across the Mahdiate. Mahdi Islam becomes more popular in the province too.

*		The Caliphate Province of Wallachia builds up its military as it invades Transylvania and Hungary.

*		The Caliphate province of Al Yunaan builds up its military to help support the Caliphate's wars and keeping unrest to a minimum in the province.

*		The Mahdi continues his invasion of Bohemia and Bradenburg as he begins his final push to conquer the Holy Roman Empire. Fortunately Prague is captured by a single army led by a Syrian general, and this general kills all of Bohemia's Kappelist leadership sending the rest of Bohemia into disarray. The Mahdi meets with this Syrian general, impressed at his miracle of a victory; and upon meeting him the man proclaims to the Isa (Jesus) and he is here to help the Mahdi win this war for the glory of God. Together with Isa, the Mahdi marches on Berlin after winning another seemingly impossible victory against a huge HRE army. The only thing holding the Mahdiate together now is the charisma of its leader and his new Mahdi Islam religion which is now the dominant form of Islam.

*		'''I apologize for my brief absence, my intenet issues are finally resolved. '''The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia begin the process of rebuilding after the devestating war with the Empire. The city of Karolin is not torched, dispite the original plans, it is left alone, a monument to the Great Patriotic War is built near the city center. The King orders the military to make defensive patterns on the eastern borders due to the fear of the growing Caliphate. Infrastructure is vastly improved. The Bavarian Bankgruppe opens more branches in Scandinvia, mainly in Oslo, Copenhagen, and Stockholm.

*		Rajputana fights many hit and run battles against the Muslim hordes killing as many Muslims as they can before they can regroup and attack the Rajput fighters vanish into the hill country and Thar desert this makes advancing extremely hard for the Caliphate that is already stretched thin. Rajputana sends alliances to the newly independent Hindu states in what was Bengal in order to create a united front against the Mahdiate. Aid is asked from Tibet and any nation willing to support us in this our hour of need.

*		In Muscovy, the Government-In-Exile (GIE) urges, via the Red Hand, that the Druzhina rise up against the 'Red Rose', which is duly followed. Parties of rogues are slaughtered by Druzhinas and Red Hand Militants, who kill them all then retreat before the army can arrive. Though the Great Insurrection has not started yet, it will next year, and all over Muscovy, people, regardless of race, are readying to o'ertrhow the oppressors.

*		In Poland, the Federationist-Secessionist feud grows even further, though when the GIE urges them to attack the 'Red Rose', they do so together. Despite this, many in the Western half of Poland suggest going it alone.

*		In Novgorod, Many more weapons are produced in the anarchy that is Caliphal Russia. With the government doing next to nothing, Red Hand and partisan druzhina elements succesfuly combat more and more 'Red Rose' elements and beat them back. More and more people start getting fed up and more weapons are stached. everyhting is in the waiting. After hearing that the Mahdi has a false Jesus in his army, Grand Prince Nicolas thinks that it is time to act, time to strike at the heart of the Caliphate during their war. So does the Patriarch, with his words, "we must not let their blasphemy and Idolatry go unpunished, let us stop the Antichrist and the apocalypse with our absolute faith in God and the Holy Catholic and Apostolic church (Catholic in this sense means universal).", blesses the Grand Prince and his generals to go to war. People all over Novgorod are being sent messages in the night to start to prepare to fight. Some families are given the locations of massive weapons staches. (what I wanted to do here, is make it that the Mahdi hears the news, so he rushes to complete the siege of Berlin. In his haste, rushes to Berlin, and is less prepared than he should be,  thus leading to the fall of the Caliphate, and the beginning of Russia's stand to the Caliphal forces and the great insurrection, but if you believe that this is too much,  or too early for this, feel free to delete the parts in square brackets, because that is the part about retaking the city).

**				'''Um, that's not how the Caliphate will collapse. Anyway, I don't think he'd be "Prince of Sibir and the Kazan and of the Urals". Those areas will break away -  I thought we had concluded.'''

**				'''When is saying that you own something necessarily mean that you own it? He just wants a message sent that Russia will stand up to his injustice, and also, I would be wanting that territory back eventually, since it stands between me and colonizing Siberia. All he controls right now is the small area around OTL Novgorod and St Petersburg, even though he has proclaimed otherwise. '''

**				'''Yes its too early and stop telling us how to control our own nation. We decide how it breaks up not you!'''

*		The Mayan Empire continues expanding north along the Likin River. Xaman expands south 1000 km. The state of Ometlacatl starts accumulating more territory on OTL Hispaniola.

*		Burgundy: Many of the Pro-Pope Kappelists The lefevrists begin fleeing to the colonies as they fear that the Muslim Invasion is going to end the European Civilization, though many stay, the Lefevrist leadership begins warning Catholic and Orthodox that the end is coming and that we should save as much as Holy knowledge as we can. While this, Anna of Burgundy set his eyes for a marriage with the Royal family of the Maya empire as they share the belief in Christ (though Orthodox) and as a way to gain a political stand stronger for the Burgundians in America, while this the Military build up continues, as well as the economic ambits and the infrastructure. Charles continues seeking a royal marriage. While this, several paths are built along the Kingdom, colonies expand Neu Antwerp 850 sq km, Venezuela 500 sq km, Antilia expands 750 sq km, Argentium 500 sq km, Brasilea 850 sq km, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km and Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km, the Anarcadier expands 250 sq km.

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1575
'''Thanks to invasion by the Mahdiate, several nations fall into civil disarray this year. They are the Sultanate of Delhi, Darfur, Granada, Bosnia, Serbia, Montenegro, Hungary, Transylvania, Bohemia, Slovakia and Dravida.'''

*		Portugal builds up its military. Meanwhile, in Brasil, Pará expands 600 sq km along the Maranhão, and São Vicente expands 800 sq km along the Tietê. Meanwhile, Paraná expands 2000 sq km, 1000 north along the Paraná, 300 to the north from Santa Fé, and 700 inland to the west, also from Santa Fé. In Antília, Santo Amaro expands 1000 sq km inland along a river that the natives call Merrimaque.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and continue to help the Fujiwara fight against the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans. Elsewhere, the Honda and Tsugaru clans continues war against the Akechi and Imagawa clans. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		The Mayan Empire sees a tragic year as two of the three reigning oligarchy members die. Kinich, the remaining member of the oligarchy, has a tough choice as to who will suceed them, but finally comes to rest on the decision that his cousin Ixchup (also known by the name Isabelle in Europe), his Aunt Inka's daughter, should return from her days as a diplomat in Europe and become part of the Oligarchy. Also, his cousin Ikan (son of Ikan, also known as Ivan in Europe) would become part of the Oligarchy. Ivan is of the Orthodox religion. Isabelle was converted to Catholicism in Europe, which is none too pleasing to Kinich, but she is accepted in her homeland. As a result, many citizens start converting to Catholicism. Isabelle has two Catholic children, a daughter, Katrina (18), and a son, Kristoffer (16), who were both born in the HRE (and yes, they are available). The Empire expands to the west, along the Likin river. Xaman expands south 1000 km. Expansion in Hispaniola continues. Orthodoxy continues to grow and Catholicism begins growing.

**				Burgundy: Ferdinand of Burgundy offers a royal marriage with Katrina

**				The Mayan Empire inquires about Ferdinand. How old, what religion, what house, etc.

**				Burgundy: Ferdinand is 23 years old, Catholic and Of the House Burgundy-Valois

*		Brandenburg begins to pull all forces to the front. No one is sent to help the radically Klausian Bohemia but we begin to pull in forces from all over our vast empire. We ask Scandinavia and farther-off France for help. Neu Berlin expands at 1500sqkm. (Whoever had problems with Mataram, obviously you've not followed the plan all the way through. It's too far rooted in the turns of the game that are gone, and disputing it now would disrupt the game.)

**				'''No I didn't but if I did see it earlier then I'd removed it then. But I didn't, hence I'm removing it now. For christ sake, Brandenburg is fighting for their life against the Caliphate and you think it makes sense for your nation to vassalize a Muslim nation (your hated enemies atm) and waste all those resources on the other side of the world as you fight for your life? Not to mention Mataram won't let itself be vassalized by you! Your excuse is folly.'''

*		The Imperial Government is shocked at the invasion (I didn't even read about this until just now.) We begin to direct Imperial troops to the border, and we ask all the (player) states to send some sort of aid to the front to preserve the wholeness of the Empire. Meanwhile, we decide that we must not allow the Caliphate to infiltrate our borders, so all entrances along the border with the Caliphate and the Baltics are closed off.

*		Luxembourg sends military aid to assist Brandenburg. Louis XII is in great uproar about the invasion of the heartland of Europe and is shocked that these foreigners would even attempt this. (In other words, a takeover would be an implausogasm.)

*		The United Kingdoms of Bavaria and Thuringia: Despite wanting to stay neutral in world affairs, The King decides to throw the weight of the Bavarian military in with the Empire. "The threat the Caliphate is on Europe simply cannot be ignored. All Christendom MUST fight this scourge!" Bavarian troops request permission to enter into Imperial land in Bohemia to help protect Europe. Troops are also sent to Brandenburg as a gesture of good will in defending Berlin. The Bavarian Bankgruppe cuts all monetary ties with the Caliphate. The IMG is ordered to fire on Caliphate shipping and to disrupt all military supplies.

**				Permission granted.

*		Cyprus continues guerrilla tactics against the Caliphate infidels. The royal family in Nea Lefkosia manage to acquire a shipment of weapons, and manage to get the weapons into Cyprus via Kyrenia. The guerillas manage to seize a weapons depot of the Caliphate's, and took a few small villages in the area of the guerilla headquaters. They found a small republic, with the guerilla leader the head in absence of the Queen of Cyprus.

**				The Bavarian Bankgruppe offers to fund guerillas with weapons and money via the IMG.

**				Feel free to re-establish your nation of Cyprus as independent next turn ~Von.

*		Scandinavia builds up its military and economy. Infrastructure is built up, connecting provincial capitals with the rest of the country. Nya Danmark expands by 2100 sq km. King Alfonse celebrates the fall of the Caliphate (It is this year, right?). Harald Nyborg(son of famous artist Bjørn Nyborg), a famed Scandinavian general most notably from his brilliance demonstrated in the war with Naples, joins the Russians in their quest for independence.

*		Venice builds its post-war economy and continues repairs. The colonies expand at half-rate, each expanding by 500 sq km. Detachments of men are sent to the already-fortified colonies to defend against any outside attack. The navy withdraws to the coast of friendly Portugal, near Algarve where they are under orders to assault any Caliphate or expatriate ship leaving the Straits.

**				'''No, because the Caliphate controls the Straits of Gibraltar and wouldn't let you pass in the first place. Venice's navy has been all but destroyed by the Caliphate as you lost Sicily, Greece, Gibraltar and other territories.'''

*		The Mahdi orders all province to expand and invade their neighbours, and soon all the nations the Mahdiate borders are invaded (just so you notice this important fact). Meanwhile the Mahdi continues to march into Brandenburg and eventually reaches and sets siege to Berlin. As the Muslim year ends the Mahdi's armies continue to siege Berlin, but fighting stops that day as everybody holds their breath for the Day of Judgement, even some Christians. However, like any other day, the day passes. And an enraged group of officers storm into the Mahdi's tent at the siege of Berlin demanding answers about his predictions being wrong. The Mahdi explains some new stuff to buy some time and demands his officers to go back to besieging Berlin. The situation is calmed but people begin to grow wary of the Mahdi and Isa getting their religious predictions wrong. Eventually a few days later, through the use of a large catapult, Berlin's walls are breached and the Mahdi leads a cavalry charge into the city to destroy the city. However as he leads the charge through the destroyed wall, an arrow strikes the Mahdi in the heart. He falls off his horse dead. The charge continues as the enraged soldiers still loyal to the Mahdi vow to kill every Christian in Germany to avenge the Mahdi. Isa (Jesus) soon takes control of the army following the Mahdi's death. Isa holds a speech to rally his new army and he orders Berlin to be burnt to the ground. However, with the seemingly divine Mahdi killed and Isa demanding violence, a group of officers challenge Isa to prove his divinity during the speech. Isa fiddles about a bit telling the officers they are blasphemous but the feeling of lies begins to grow in the crowd as they demand to see a miracle performed. Isa attempts to do one but fails, and the angry soldiers arrest Isa and kill him upon learning he is a blasphemous non-divine liar of a leader. Now leaderless and their cause for war gone, the Mahdi's army's leaders begin to quarrel about who should take over. This lack of leadership allows the Christian armies defending Berlin to push back the Muslim army and defeat it. Now with the seemingly divine and unbeatable army defeated, news spreads quickly throughout the Mahdiate as Mahdi Islam is disproved and is seen as fake. As the Mahdiate learns they have been lied to my the Mahdi, all of the various peoples, nations, provinces, factions, religions and armies of the Mahdiate rebel all trying to seize power. The Mahdi Islamists try to hold onto power but they quickly lose control, and the Mahdiate falls into civil disarray.

**				'''Hooray! Its gone! :D'''

*		 Before Berlin, With Vecheslav Romanov as a General, the Novgorodian navy and bogatyrs are ordered to launch an invasion of Caliphal Novgorod. Their first target, Svyato-Nicolaevsk (city of St Nicholas), the former naval HQ, located at OTL st petrsburg. The Novgorodians had the element of surprise. The Fleet of Power and Retrobution, as it is now called, an amalgamation of all of Novgorod's Bogatyrs, heads the invasion. The ten ships, carrying over 6000 marines and soldiers, 2000 cavalry, and 500 guns (artillery), take the city by storm, slaughtering any and all Caliphal officials, and all Muslims that tried to escape to avoid news spreading quick of Svayto-nicolaevsk's liberation. The Mastermind of this victory, is Vecheslav Romanov, Now appointed after his victory as Voevoda of the Novgorodian Military, the highest honor below commander-in-chief, and in times of need such as these, effectively the Posadnik. In the next two weeks, the druzhinas of Novgorod are raised, as they repel all 'Red Rose' attacks. The weapon stashes are unlocked, and an army of 50 000 strong storm the city of Novgorod, evicting  the city of all Caliphal troops, the governor of Novgorod, once again, is killed, but this time, of a black powder bomb designed by the Russians for that sole purpose. They kill or capture all officials of the Mahdi, but the city came at a cost, the grand prince, Nicolas, is shot in the belly in the Muslims' final retreat out of the city. After he was shot, Vecheslav evicts them out of the city with heavy losses to their side, and when he want to pursue them ,the Grand Prince stops him, "let them run, let them tell their victory to the false prophet and the antichrist, so that he will know, and so that Orthodox Russia will kill him and his kind". He dies in a Thanksgiving liturgy, taking his last communion and being absolved for all his sins via the holy unction, almost immediately canonized as a saint. Vecheslav Romanov, who was at the Grand Prince's side duing their attack, is hailed by the citizens of Novgorod as their new Grand Prince, and as the Veche bell rings on that day, he is proclaimed by the ancient rights, Of Novgorod and Pskov, Grand Prince, Prince of Sibir and of Kazan, and of the Urals, Kanada and Novorossiya, Lord. Druzhinas are raised by messengers from Romanov, commanded by his generals.'''I thought and hoped that I didn't need to copy paste this from 74 to 75...it gave so much more effect because it happened in 1574!!!! Goddamit! Anyway, I guess that`s how the cookie crumbles.'''

**				'''Okay, but remember no where isn't just going to give up and agree to be taken over by your new nation. Other Russian cities will want to rise up and have their own empires, leftover Muslim armies will form a state or two, other ethnic groups will form their own nations, etc. Hence, I've taken some of your stuff out of that post. Your new nation is still restricted to Novgorod and St. Petersburg and the territories in-between the two. A mere two-three generations ago, those other Russian places were independent and now they can be independent again. THEY AREN'T GOING TO GIVE IT UP! They don't care that you used to run the joint, they can now run the joint so they're going to try doing so. I'm sick of telling you this. If I need to do it again, you'll be a mere city-state again and I'll make Russia as fragmented as the HRE ~Von.'''

**				WE REALIZE THIS. Von, all that is being freed here is the portions of Russia that are ethnic Russians, who have been part of the Federation for 100 years and Russian for over 500-1000, who are in the Center of the bloody Federation. And, two-three generations ago? What the hell? Finally, all of Ethnic Russia will stay Russian. you ruled Russia for 5 years- no new Russians were born who believed that they were not part of the Federation. To misquote Gorbachev; "Those who do not miss the Federation ahve no heart. Those who do not want it back have no brain." Basically, every Russian who's cognizant of that fact (that he is Russian) has lived in the Federation and SEES HIMSELF AS A RUSSIAN. Now, this doesn't apply to the Khanates or those areas which have not been part of Russia for more than a generation, they will break away- Poland will have a massive civil war- but Novgorod and Muscovy will have pretty much the same amount of land they had at the start of the Federation. All we need is a couple of Invasions. 

*		Apache: The Apache expand 40 square miles southwards and 25 square miles to the East all spearheaded by the Warrior Society.

*		Rajputana begins to recover from the devastation caused by the Caliphate's invasion but the government remains mostly intact because Sanapana the capital never fell. The army regroups but is some what smaller due to the intense bloodshed. The dishearted Muslims in the south and east begin to fall back. Many forced converts to Islam throughout India return to their native Hinduism or convert the new Sikh religon.

*		Burgundy: the beginning ofthe downfall of the once unstoppable caliphate surprises many,Cyprus royal and Byzantium's are offered alliance to take advantage of the fall of their greatest enemy, and while this the lefevrist continue gaining land in the Keppelist revolted nations, Military build up, infrastructure and Economic are worked on Charles continues seeking a royal marriage. While this, several paths are built along the Kingdom, colonies expand Neu Antwerp 850 sq km, Venezuela 500 sq km, Antilia expands 750 sq km, Argentium 500 sq km, Brasilea 850 sq km, Nouvelle Dijon expands 250 sq km and Nouveau Charlesopolis 250 sq km, the Anarcadier expands 250 sq km.

**				In Poland, the Great Insurrection is announced, in May. The war initially goes well, with Warsaw being freed, but two months later, when the Mahdi dies, the Caliphial armies collapse. With hundreds of thousands of Red Hand militants and Druzhinas attacking them, they are forced to retreat to the coast, where they find that the Polish Navy has overtaken the ships (The Caliphials didn't destroy this, they then comadeered it). Trapped and surrounded, they attempt a desperate last stand, where nearly 200,000 Caliphials stand against a Polish army of 1,000,000 (many of these are farmers and so on, who are helping the regulars and the Red Hand. But they're trained by the Druzhina, so that's ok then). In the ensuing battle, around 30,000 Caliphials manage to sneak past the army and flee to Crimea, around  20,000 manage to flee via sea. The remaining 150,000 are either killed in the battle, the days after, or drown in the Black Sea, where thousands attempted to swim after the last Caliphial ships left. However, those leaving on ships are then tracked down by the navy and, after a battle, sunk. Maqny of those heading to Crimea are also killed, either in passing therough Poland, Muscovy, or by the rebeeling forces of Crimea. Of the 750,000 soldiers occupying Poland, barely 50,000 survive to make it back the Caliphate. There, though, the good news ends. Following the Great Battle of the Coast, the Secessionists and Federationists in the army turn on each other. The navy is almost entirely Secessionist, the Red Hand almost entirely Federationist, and the Druzhinas are split down the middle, though around 60% are Secessionists. The tension begins to be allievated as talks are arranged. However, the assasination of the Tsar then throws everything off. In response to this, the Federationists kill three prominent Secessionists, leading to a civil war. The Eastern and Northern third of the country is Federationist, while the rest is Secessionist. The Royal family, forced out of Warsaw, into Muscovy, decides to give Novgorod the next nomination for Tsardom.

**				In Muscovy, the Great Insurrection is announced, in late April. Unlike in Poland, here there are many places for the 'Red Rose' and the Caliphials to flee to, but without the Secessionist-Federationist tension, the Muscovian units work together much better. All those suspected of being 'Red Rose' militants are put to death by impalement; a pole, around 5 feet high, with a spike on the end, is fixed to the ground, and the militant is then pushed on top of it. Once the skin is penetrated, he is left there, as gravity slowly pushes him down. The lucky ones are killed fast, as the spike penetrates their heart or lungs; most laungish such for hours, or even days, until they slip into death. Not all are executed so, though, as it is an extremely slow process. Others are killed by having boiling water poured on them till they die, or by chopping off portions of his body until he bleeds out. The soldiers, meanwhile, are either tortured executed with the sword, or covered in alcohol or boiling oil, then burnt alive. However, many of the outer provinces, including much of the Nogai, and all Muscovian Sibir break away. The main Ryazan- Muscovy-Tver-Ivansgrad area doesn't break away, as they are all ethnic Russians... and of course, there are a million Muscovian troops standing around there.

1576
*		Portugal's economy improves. Meawhile, in Brasil, São Vicente expands 700 sq km along the Tietê, and Nhoesembé expands 500 sq km inland. Meanwhile, in Antília, Santo Amaro continues expanding along the Merrimaque, this time 1000 sq km being taken. Meanwhile, on Rio da Prata, Paraná expands 1100 sq km along the Paraná and 1100 sq km inland west from Santa Fé.

*		Nippon-koku expands more into 霊烏路 (Reiuzi) (Kamchatka). The Satomi Clan builds their military up and continue to help the Fujiwara fight against the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans and by the Eight Month, both the Rokkaku and Mononobe clans are defeated and are annexed into the Satomi, and by the Nineth Month the Fujiwara clan joins into the Satomi clan while still getting to rule their own area under the Satomi. The Honda and Tsugaru clans continues war against the Akechi and Imagawa clans. Empress Hakurei dies and the Satomi clan pay their respects, and soon Emperor Hatsuhiko takes the throne. In the Elenth Month, Satomi Hidefumi decides to step down and Satomi Kimiyasu takes power as the leader of the Satomi clan. Meanwhile, 沖縄國 (Okinawa Kingdom) builds up its military. Also, 幽谷 (Kasodani) expands by 400 km and 東海道 (Tōkaidō) expands by 400 km.

*		Scandinavia builds up its military and economy. Infrastructure is built up, connecting provincial capitals with the rest of the country. Nye Norge expands by 2100 sq km. Harald Nyborg remains in Russia and leads the charges alongside Novgorodian general Romanov, he too witnessed the death of Grand Prince Nicolas. King Alfonse returns to Portugal, with the threat of Caliphate invasion gone he leaves happily. In his place he leaves his wife Queen Selena of Bavaria as regent. The King and the regent refuse to recognize any other small Russian state, claiming that the Russian federation is whole.

*		Venice builds its post-war economy and continues repairs. The colonies expand at half-rate, each expanding by 500 sq km. Detachments of men are sent to the already-fortified colonies to defend against any outside attack. Plans are drawn up to invade Gibraltar and Sicily to regain Venice's rightful territory.

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