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| Intermaris | Oct 31 2012, 03:17 AM Post #1 |
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Full/Official Name: The Second Commonwealth of Intermaris Shortened Name: Intermaris Demonym: Intermarine Capital: Wola (vho-lah) Population: 45 888 000 Currency: Złoty (mz) 1 mz = 1.95$ GDP (nominal): 3,422,383 million. Language and Dialects: Leszy is a language of the Slavic language group used throughout Intermaris (being that country's official language) and by Intermarine minorities in other countries. Its written standard is the Leszy alphabet, which has several additions to the letters of the basic Latin script. There are three main dialects of Leszy in Intermaris, -Wolan; spoken in the northeast and central parts of the country. -Tubaj; spoken in the south -Selassi; spoken in the west. Though noticeable to native speakers foreigners rarely can tell the difference between the three. Leszy is a highly inflected language, with a relatively free word order, although the dominant arrangement is subject-verb-object (SVO). There are no articles, and subject pronouns are often dropped. Spoiler: click to toggle Aramyk is a Semitic language spoken in Intermaris. It has been the working language of government, the military, and of the Zahteist church throughout the ancient and medieval times. Outside Intermaris some Intermarine emigrants also use Amaryk. It is traditionally written using Fidel, ፊደል, but due to the domination of the Lahy in Intermaris it is currently primarily written in Latin script. As in most other Semitic languages, gemination is contrastive in Amaryk. That is, consonant length can distinguish words from one another; for example, alä 'he said', allä 'there is'; yǝmätall 'he hits', yǝmmättall 'he is hit'. Originally gemination was not indicated in Amaryk orthography, but readers did not seem to find this to be a problem. In the 19th century an orthography reform was introduced. A dot is placed above characters whose consonants were geminated. Intermarine languages have, over the centuries, borrowed a number of words from other languages. Usually, borrowed words have been adapted rapidly in the following ways: 1.Spelling was altered to approximate the pronunciation, but written according to their respective (Leszy or Aramyk) phonetics. 2.Word endings are liberally applied to almost any word to produce verbs, nouns, adjectives, as well as adding the appropriate endings for cases of nouns, diminutives, augmentatives, etc. Government: Semi-presidential republic. Head(s) of State and Government: Head of State: President Henryk Mościcki. Head of Government: Prime Minister Alazar Sobolak. Climate:Due to Intermaris’ proximity to the equator, there is not much seasonal variation in its climate. Hot conditions prevail year-round along with periodic monsoon winds and irregular rainfall. Mean daily maximum temperatures range from 30 to 40 °C (86 to 104 °F), except at higher elevations and along the seaboard, where the effects of a cold offshore current can be felt. Nationally, mean daily minimums usually vary from about 15 to 30 °C (59 to 86 °F). Conditions in Intermaris range from arid in the northwestern and central regions to semiarid in the northeast and south. In the northwest, annual rainfall is less than 4 inches (100 mm); in central, it is about 8 to 12 inches (200 to 300 mm). The northeastern and southern parts of the country, however, receive considerably more rain, with an average of 20 to 24 inches (510 to 610 mm) falling per year. Although the coastal regions are hot and humid throughout the year, the hinterland is typically dry and hot. There are four main seasons around which pastoral and agricultural life revolve, and these are dictated by shifts in the wind patterns. From December to March is the Gila, the harshest dry season of the year. The main rainy season, referred to as the Gu, lasts from April to June. This period is characterized by the southwest monsoons, which rejuvenate the pasture-land, especially the central area, and briefly transform the desert into lush vegetation. From July to September is the second dry season, the Haga. The Dajr, which is the shortest rainy season, lasts from October to December. The tangambili periods that intervene between the two monsoons (October–November and March–May) are hot and humid. Biosphere: Intermaris is home to several biospheres these being the Desert, Savannah, Arid Subtropical Forest and Grasslands. Landscapes of Intermaris; Spoiler: click to toggle Economy: Intermaris is a capitalist market economy fueled by plentiful natural resources, a well-developed infrastructure, high productivity and virtually non-existent taxes. The private sector accounts for the vast majority of the market. Surprisingly the rich-poor divide in Intermaris is lower than expected but remains substantial. There is a strong fishing and timber industry and many people work in agriculture producing primarily various types of grain and in animal husbandry. The countries primary industry is in the production of arms and automobiles (primarily farm equipment) though recently information technology has taken a large share in the general output replacing mining as the third largest industry. There is also a large and healthy tourist industry which is more or less evenly divided between Safari, rest and recreation, historical interest and religious tourism. Government: The current Constitution of Intermaris was declared in 1926 and is the third written constitution of the country. The country is governed on the basis of multi-party democratic system and of the segregation of the legislative, executive and judicial powers. Intermaris is a semi-presidential republic where both government and the president hold executive functions. The president is elected by popular vote for a maximum of two terms and each term lasts five years. The President is responsible for choosing the members of the government, which in turn is responsible to the parliament. He also has the right to dismiss the parliament before the end of term, to name one third of the Senators, the commander-in-chief of the Army and the General Inspector of the Armed Forces. He also has the right to issue decrees and veto the acts passed by the Sejm non-constructively. The president has the right to name his successor in case of war. The justice system is independent of the other branches of government, and is made up of a hierarchical system of courts culminating in the High Court of Justice, which is the supreme court of Intermaris. There are also courts of appeal, county courts and local courts. The Intermarine judicial system is based on civil law and is inquisitorial in nature. The Constitutional Court is responsible for judging the compliance of laws and other state regulations to the Constitution, which is the fundamental law of the country. The constitution can only be amended by a public referendum. All citizens of Intermaris who are 25 years of age, finished their compulsory education, pay taxes and are not currently serving a prison sentence are eligible to vote. Being eligible to vote as well as being 30 years of age entitles one to run in elections. Education: The education of its society was a goal of Intermarine rulers, by methods other than by religious institutions, as early as the 12th century. By 1332 the country had its first university. In 1773 the Commission for National Education (Komisja Edukacji Narodowej) was established, arguably the world's first state ministry of education. Education in Intermaris starts at the age of five or six for the 0 class (Kindergarten) and six or seven years in the 1st class of primary school (szkola podstawowa). At the end of 8th class when the students are 15, they take a compulsory exam that will determine to which secondary school they will be accepted. There are several alternative school types, the most common being four years in a lyceum (high school) or four years in a technikum(technical school). Both end with a maturity examination (matura), and may be followed by several forms of upper education, leading to licencjat or inżynier (first cycle qualification), magister (second cycle qualification) and eventually doktor (third cycle qualification). There are currently 18 fully accredited traditional universities in Intermaris, these are then further supplemented by 20 technical universities, nine independent medical universities and five universities for the study of economics. In addition to these institutions there are then nine agricultural academies, three pedagogical universities, a theological academy and three maritime service universities. All of these institutions are further supplemented by four national military academies (two for the army and one for each of the other branches of service) these combined with a myriad of private schools leaves the country spoiled for choice as far as higher education goes. All schools up to secondary education require its students to wear some form of uniform. These may vary from a simple jumper or shirt all the way up to full outfits as decreed by the schools board. Most schools employ gender segregation or parallel education on its premises while many carter to a single gender. Home schooling within Intermaris is legal. Religion: The constitution guarantees freedom of religion but through various means the dominant religion of Intermaris is Yeshuanity followed by Zahteism. Recent surveys had 80% of people declare a belief in God, 18% in a higher power/force and 2% atheism. At the same time some 60% of people declare a regular attendance in religious life but nearly 87% declare that religion is a vital component in Intermarine culture. Zahteism; Is a monotheistic religion with it's origins traced from Elohism and forming the basis for Yeshunaity. Zahteists believe that God revealed his laws and commandments (gathered together in their holy book called the Tanah) to Zachariah during the Elohists years of wandering. These revelations did not challenge the religious beliefs of the Elohists but primarily matters of lifestyle and philosophy. This caused conflict amongst the wandering nation and very nearly came to blows before the two went their separate ways. Unlike other ancient Near Eastern gods, the Zahteian God is portrayed as unitary and solitary; consequently, his principal relationships are not with other gods, but with the world, and more specifically, with the people He created. Zahteism thus begins with an ethical monotheism: the belief that God is one, and concerned with the actions of humankind. He also commanded his people to love one another; that is, they are to imitate God's love for people. These commandments are but two of a large corpus of commandments and laws that constitute this covenant, which is the substance of Zahteism. Thus, although there is an esoteric tradition in Zahteism, and has been characterized as "normal mysticism", because it involves everyday personal experiences of God through ways or modes that are common to all followers. This is played out through the observance of the laws and given verbal expression in the short blessings that are spoken every time a positive commandment is to be fulfilled. The ordinary, familiar, everyday things and occurrences, we have constitute occasions for the experience of God. Such things as one's daily sustenance, the very day itself, are felt as manifestations of God's loving-kindness. Whereas Zahteian philosophers often debate whether God is immanent or transcendent, and whether people have free will or their lives are determined, the laws are a system through which one acts to bring God into the world. Ethical monotheism is central in all sacred or normative texts of Zahteism. However, monotheism has not always been followed in practice. The Tanah records and repeatedly condemns the widespread worship of other gods in ancient times. In the Cerberan era, many different interpretations of monotheism existed in Zahteism, including the interpretations that gave rise to Yeshuanity. Moreover, as a non-creedal religion, some have argued that Zahteism does not require one to believe in God. For some, observance of Zahteian law is more important than belief in God per se. In modern times, some liberal movements do not accept the existence of a personified deity active in history. Society: As a people Intermarines are generally perceived as dour and taciturn. Commonly seen as a result of the harsh land they live in as well as being a social and ethnic oddity amongst the nations of the world, with none of their immediate neighbours sharing cultural, linguistic or genetic ties. Despite this Intermaris has a long-standing tradition of tolerance towards minorities, as well as an absence of discrimination on the grounds of religion, nationality or race. After the 1700’s there have been no large-scale migration to Intermaris as the countries government stopped the recruitment of settlers from abroad and there has never been much history of slavery or colonialism. Though Intermarines like to emphasize their traditional tolerance they are often perceived as intolerant in part due to their natural tendencies to abruptness and brutal honesty and in part to several centuries of near isolation leading many to have no experience with foreigners other than stereotypes. As many as 60% of the countries population declare itself to be Lach, 20% Aramyk, 15% Intermarine with the last five percent being divided amongst several other ethnic groups. For many people being Intermarine and being a Lach are synonymous. Spoiler: click to toggle Cuisine: Intermarine cuisine can be divided into traditional Aramyk and the later Leszy. Over time the two melded and along with later introductions became the Intermarine cuisine of today. The Zahtei Church traditionally prescribed a number of fasting periods, including Wednesdays and Fridays so Intermarine cuisine contains many dishes that are vegan. This has also led cooks to develop a rich array of cooking oil sources including sesame and safflower. Though the tradition of fasting is mostly gone many people continue to do so for cultural reasons. Aramyk cuisine mostly consists of breads, stews (known as łat), grains, and spices. Typically, a meal consists of a combination of placki(flatbread) with different łats, yet each cultural group has their unique variation. Berbere, a combination of powdered chili pepper and other spices is an important ingredient used in many dishes. Also essential is kibe, a clarified butter infused with ginger, garlic, and several spices. Łat typically consists of onions, garlic, kibe (or oil for fasting periods), meat (beef, chicken, fish, lamb/mutton or goat), legumes (such as split peas and lentils), and vegetables such as carrots and chard. Another distinctive dish is kitwo, which consists of raw (or rare) beef mince marinated in mita (spicy chili powder) and kibe. Gorej is very similar to kitwo, but uses cubed, rather than ground, beef. The Lahy introduced numerous new vegetables, the pig and new forms of fermenting milk giving birth to numerous cheeses and yogurt(yoghurt) as well as new types of grain and bread. Frequently used ingredients in Leszy specialties include: lamb, beef, chicken, fish, pork, eggplants, green peppers, onions, garlic, lentils, beans, and tomatoes. Nuts, especially pistachios, chestnuts, almonds, hazelnuts, and walnuts, together with spices, have a special place in their kitchen. Preferred spices and herbs include parsley, cumin, black pepper, paprika, mint, oregano, pul biber (red pepper), and thyme. Yogurt can accompany almost all meat dishes and vegetable dishes (especially fried eggplant, courgette, spinach with minced meat etc.). In villages, yogurt is regularly eaten with bread. One of the most common drinks, ajran, is made from yogurt. Also, yogurt is often used in the preparation of cakes, some soups and pastries. Intermaris produces many varieties of cheese, mostly from sheep's milk. In general, these cheeses are not long matured, with a comparatively low fat content. The production of many kinds of cheese is local to particular regions. Traditional beverages include Miód (mead), Krupnik (mead based spirit), Arak (potent spirit), wine as well as several types of beer brewed from barley, millet, teff, maize or sorghum with hops or geszo (shiny leaf buckthorn). Nonalcoholic traditional beverages include coffee, Ajran (yogurt mixed with cold water and salt) and kwas, a fermented drink made on barley bread (the alcohol content rarely exceeds 1% therefore is listed as non alcoholic). Vineyards were introduced to the region by the Lachy who found the lack of wine annoying. Though not ideal the southern mountains and oceanic climate of the coastal regions offset the dry and arid climate that would otherwise make the growing of grapes impossible. Intermarine wines are almost exclusively red and sweet. Coffee (kawa) has been listed as a drink since the 15th century, legends about its earlier use and discovery are hotly debated. The Intermarines make coffee very strong. A tall flat bottomed glass has a large spoonful of grounds placed in it. Then boiling water is poured over the coffee and a little or a lot of sugar is added. It is not traditional to add either milk or cream. Usually it is not put into a cup either, but a glass. Affectionately called "spit-coffee" by drinkers because of the reaction of anyone who unwisely gets to the sludge at the bottom. Energy Programmes: The majority of the countries energy is produced via coal plants and hydro-power though solar energy is often used in a limited scale and there are a small number of nuclear reactors that, though used primarily for research, also help supply the country with its energy. Law Enforcement and Emergency Services: Intermaris has a highly developed system of law enforcement with a long history of effective policing by the State Police Service. The structure of law enforcement agencies is a multi-tier one, with the State Police providing criminal-investigative services, Municipal Police serving to maintain public order and a number of other specialised agencies, such as the Intermarine Border Guard, acting to fulfill their assigned missions. In addition to these state services, private security companies and bail recovery agents are also common. Emergency services consist of the Emergency Medical Service, Search and Rescue units of the Intermarine Armed Forces and the State Fire Service. Emergency medical services are provided for by local and regional government. Crime and Punishment: Intermaris sits on the Horn of Liberia making it an ideal place to transport objects from Xia to Liberia and vice-versa, despite centuries long traditions of law enforcement and a rather effective Police Service the potential income from such an advantageous position means there is no shortage of people both in Intermaris and from abroad intent on making a fortune on criminal activities. Black-market sales, trafficking, smuggling, fraud and counterfeiting are the prime areas that build the strength of the “Organizacja” (mafia). Despite the vicious nature of inter mafia rivalry and the frequent successes of the law enforcement there appears to be no shortage of people willing to take their chances in building a criminal empire. Mafia’s aside crime levels in Intermaris are relatively low, children being hammered onto the road of righteousness early on in their life while the existing deterrents do well in convincing all but the most foolish or determined of people from criminal activity. Punishments are of several types. The lightest of offences are simply financial in nature. Corporal punishment is also used in addition to crimes that are decided insufficient for a prison service. Prison sentences may last from two years to a life sentence lasting twenty-five years. Several life sentences may be combined to no maximum limit. Prison sentences are often combined with fines and a corporal punishment as punishments in Intermaris are given separately for each crime the defendant is found guilty of. Capital punishment is an option though comparatively rare one. Several death sentences may be given to an individual if the court decides that more than one crime warrants such a punishment. Execution is conducted via hanging. Edited by Intermaris, Apr 20 2013, 02:00 PM.
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| Intermaris | Nov 4 2012, 09:54 PM Post #2 |
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Intermarine Intelligence Agencies: There is a myriad of special services in Intermaris and most of them posses some sort of intelligence arm responsible for the collecting and reviewing of data that could effect their work. Of these the most important are the; -Biuro Informacji Zagranicznej: Bureau of Outside Information (BIZ) is tasked primarily with foreign threats to the country and its representatives abroad. -Biuro Informacji Wewnetrznej: Bureau of Internal Information (BIW) is tasked with threats inside the country, whether they are homegrown or from the outside and counter espionage. -Sluzba Wywiadu Wojskowego: Army Espionage Service (SWW) tasked with gathering and assessment of data and information concerning military affairs. -Wojskowa Sluzba Wewnetrzna: Army Internal Service (WSW) tasked with counter espionage. -Biuro Ochrony Rzadu: Government Protection Bureau (BOR) tasked with the protection of government officials both at home and abroad. Obviously the spheres of interest amongst the services overlap causing friction between the bureaus as they compete to prove their superiority over other services, which is exactly why it was established as such. After all, competition yields better results and provides better motivation than cooperation. Being located in a natural crossing point between two continents and at the crossroads of three seas Intermaris places a lot of money and effort into its espionage program. It holds the belief that knowing about a potential threat long before it becomes one is the best way to protect yourself from unpleasant surprises. Nuclear Armament: Intermaris possesses a small arsenal of Nuclear warheads as well as chemical and biological weapons as a deterrent. Military: Siły Zbrojne Rzeczpospolitej Międzymorza(SZRM) / The Armed Forces of the Commonwealth of Intermaris. Military Age: 16 – 62 Conscription: Age; 18-26 Expenditure: 8% of total GDP Army: 210 000 Air force: 42 000 Navy: 46 000 Reserve Personnel: 1 000 000 Oath: I a soldier of the Intermarine Army, swear, to loyally serve the Commonwealth, to defend her independence and borders, to uphold the laws of the constitution, to defend the honour of a soldier, to defend the military banners, and for the sake of my fatherland, to spare neither my blood nor life, So help me God! Doctrine: The SZRM is primarily a defensive force; the country has long abandoned aggressive plans or thoughts of annexing lands beyond its borders. It does however foresee pre-emptive strikes against potential threats, retaliation strikes; counter terrorist actions as well as conducting peace enforcement missions alongside allies and international organizations. All reservists may be drafted in times of national emergency. However due to the delicate nature of a citizen society command has recently taken to sending only those who volunteer for such service on foreign missions. Conscription: All male citizens aged 18 are required to attend a medical exam stating their mental and physical fitness after which they are listed as one of five categories; A, B, C, D and E with each category specifying what sort of service the individual is suitable for and E meaning “unfit for military service”. Theoretically military service is conducting on turning 18 however on turning 16 one can enlist and compulsory service can be postponed due to furthering ones education. On completion of ones compulsory service a soldier may opt to become a contract soldier with the first contract lasting five years and each consecutive contract lasting ten. Until recently the SZRM used a pattern they called "Pantera" in two variants, woodland and desert, which replaced the myriad of uniforms used before (including single colour light olive, khaki and olive grey as well as several disruptive patterns such as "lizard" and "moro") Recently the government took an interest in Multicam and, after trails, introduced a modified version(replacing lime green with olive green) named "Interkam" as the basic uniform used by the SZRM, retaining the pantera for use in their respective environments. Interkam ![]() Pantera Pustynna ![]() Pantera Lesna ![]() Overview:The SZRM consist of the Ground Forces (Wojska Lądowe), Air Force (Wojska Lotnicze) and the Navy (Marynarka Wojenna). The SZRM is under the Ministry of Defence (Ministerstwo Obrony Narodowej-MON) with the ground forces controlled via Military District Commands while the Air force and Navy are under their own commands subordinate to the MON. The General Staff, a branch of the MON, formulates defence plans. The Inspectorate of National Territorial Defence is also under the MON and comprises security units, which supplement the Ground Forces in wartime. Peacetime divisions are kept under strength and are listed as one of several categories; “A” denotes a unit kept at about 90% strength, “B” - 75% and “C” – 30%. Armoured Divisions are always A. The Ground Forces are subordinate to one of three Military Districts (Okręgi Wojskowe). Every Division posses organic air defense, medical, communications, fire support and reconnaissance elements. North: All divisions are category A, -7th Coastal Defence Division -8th Mechanized Division -12th Mechanized Division -15th Air Assault Division -16th Armoured Division -20th Armoured Division Centre: The operational reserve districts the mechanized are category C while the air assault is A. -1st Mechanized Division -3rd Mechanized Division -6th Air Assault Division -9th Mechanized Division South: Mechanised divisions are at B strength. -2nd Mechanised Division -4th Coastal Defence Division -5th Armoured Division -10th Armoured Division -11th Mechanised Division Each OW has the combat support units listed below though those present are at reduced strength. A few additional units are directly under the General Staff. -Rocket Brigade -Artillery Brigade -Anti tank regiment -Air defence rocket regiment -Engineer brigade -Engineer pontoon regiment -Signal Regiment -Radio Reconnaissance regiment -Nuclear, Biological and Chemical defence regiment. The “National Defence League” and the “Volunteer Labour Service” provide pre-induction training during primary and secondary school years. Personnel for all services are conscripted at age 19 for three years though specialist and Navy Sea personnel are retained for four years. Ministry of Internal Affairs troops are drafted for 27 months. Officers are obliged to serve 12 years once they have completed one of the military academies. Enlisted men released from active duty must return to serve 1 month of active duty per year while officers and NCO’s 2 months per year before they turn 40. After their 40th birthday a reservist may volunteer for additional service but all may be drafted in times of national emergency. Reservists are pre assigned their mobilisation units. Army Aviation: In direct support of the Ground Forces is an aviation wing numbering 410 craft including Attack, patrol, reconnaissance, trainers and transports. Compulsory Military Service and Society: The SZRM generally has a good reputation amongst Intermarines and this combined with a sense of isolation in the world may explain why the compulsory military system has remained as strong as it is. Many, especially amongst the less wealthy, see military service as the best option for a career and even those that do not see their future in the armed forces do not complain about the income gained during their service and the following reservist training. As men spend more than a decade in one unit training with the same people it is seen as the source of much male comradeship in society. However not everyone wishes to serve and recent decades saw an increase of draft dodging primarily on conscious or religious grounds. Exemptions have come under attack on grounds of fairness. Territorial Defence Forces: Obrona Terrytorium Kraju (OTK); numbering some 65 000 men are equipped as mechanized infantry units, including tanks. Their mission is the elimination of enemy troops inside the country as well as securing supply routes and transports. Their training places the emphasis on combating special forces and irregular combatants. Airforce: Wojska Lotnicze Rzeczpospolitej Miedzymorza (Air Army of the Commonwealth of Intermaris WLRM) is the aerial warfare service branch of the SZRM maintaining a large and diverse operational fleet. It is assumed that the WLRM possesses about 827 aircraft of various types (multipurpose fighters, electronic warfare, helicopters, interceptors, reconnaissance, trainers and transports). Currently there are 42 000 personnel and about 50 000 reserve. Both the navy and land forces posses their own dedicated air arms increasing the overall number of aircraft at the SZRMs disposal. Most of the pilots are volunteers and contract soldiers, as required of their more technical post. Flying hours: Pilots achieve a relatively high number of flying hours per year. Fast jet pilots achieve 210 flying hours per year, while transport and aerial refueling pilots achieve 290 flying hours per year. In addition, pilots on transport and support helicopters achieve 240 flying hours per year. Navy: The Intermarine navy (Marynarka Wojenna Rzeczpospolitej Miedzymorza MWRM) operates a “blue water” fleet numbering some 110 major warships including 4 helicopter carriers, 8 destroyers, 32 frigates and 16 attack submarines. Total fleet displacement is some 450 thousand tonnes. The navy numbers some 46 000 regular and about 50 000 reserve personnel. All ships have the acronym “ORM” before their name. It stands for Okret Rzeczpospolitej Miedzymorza, or, Warship of the Commonwealth of Intermaris. Fleet Air Arm: Lotnictwo Marynarki Wojennej(LMW) is a branch of the navy responsible for the operation of naval aircraft. It currently consists of 129 fixed wing aircraft and 169 helicopters. Special Forces: Wojska Specjalne Rzeczpospolitej Miedzymorza (WSRM); it is assumed that Intermaris has many military and intelligence special forces but the matter is difficult to verify due to the secrecy surrounding these units. The Police, Border Guard, Military Police, OTK and the various intelligence agencies all have units specially trained for special operations and in the armed forces all reconnaissance elements are trained in the conducting of operations associated with special forces. Additionally there are a number of regiments in the SZRM considered to be "elite" and conduct training associated with special operations. It is often assumed that within these regiments are companies or even battalion size special forces using the larger unit for anonymity. Edited by Intermaris, May 26 2013, 02:14 PM.
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| Intermaris | Jan 4 2013, 09:50 PM Post #3 |
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Intermarine military equipment has a well-deserved reputation for solid, rugged reliability. Designed for use in an environment that is commonly described as “harsh and inhospitable” and used by conscripts the equipments endurance and survivability under harsh conditions and exploitation is a ruling concern. As such the equipment may not be amongst the most modern but they are utterly reliable and will do what is expected of them when it is expected of them. Kbs ZAK: Basic rifle of the Intermarine armed forces, so reliable that it is said that you can drive over it with a tank or bury it in cement and it will still be in working order. Differences from a standard AK include a more sturdy construction and muzzle break to allow the usage of rifle mounted grenades, a rail for various optical enhancements and a fire selector on the left side including single shot, three round burst and full auto. Initially designed with a folding wire stock the current version utilizes a telescopic stock. Weight 3.4 kg without magazine. Length 943 mm stock extended/700 mm stock folded. Barrel length 415 mm. Cartridge 6.8x43mm. Action Gas operated, rotating bolt. Muzzle velocity 810 m/s. ![]() KBS Zak. In the Background an AMZ Wol with a turret mounted WKM. Kbs ZAK-S: The shortened version of the ZAK. Weight 3kg without magazine. Length 730mm stock extended/ 525mm stock folded. Barrel length 235 mm. Cartridge 6.8x43mm. Action Gas operated, rotating bolt. Muzzle velocity 770 m/s. Kbk ZAK-W: Essentially the same rifle as the ZAK but chambered for the 7.62x51 mm round. Weight: 3.95kg unloaded. Length: 1050 mm stock extended, 810 folded. Barrel Length: 535mm. Cartridge: 7.62x51mm. Action: Gas operated, rotating bolt. Muzzle Velocity: 850m/s. AS WAL: Based on the ZAK rifle it utilizes 9x39 subsonic ammunition making it, when combined with the integrated silencer, virtually noiseless. Very popular amongst Special Forces for its high stopping power, reliability and bullets capable of punching through any personal armour at 200 meters (when introduced in the 1970's it was 300 meters). Though an assault rifle by design it is commonly employed as a sniper rifle for short ranged actions. Calibre: 9x39mm, length folded: 615mm, unfolded: 875mm, barrel length: 200mm, muzzle velocity: 295m/s. SKK Burza: The result of Commonwealth experiments of the 1980’s-90’s with alternative weapon systems is this bullpup rifle. Numerous experiments were conducted with various ammunition types and though ultimately the army decided the traditional rifle was superior the merits of such a layout were recognized and the weapon was introduced in its 9x39 subsonic round version as a special forces weapon calling for silent actions in areas were the traditional length carbine might be too cumbersome. A silencer is issued as standard and the weapon can also carry a grenade launcher as well as use most optic devices. Weight about 3 kg, Length 610 mm, Barrel length 240 mm, Cartridge 9 x 39 mm, Muzzle velocity 300 m/s. PPS: A silent small and light pistol intended for special operations. Using the 7.62x42mm round its cartridge possesses an internal piston and a propelling charge. On firing the piston propels the bullet before sealing the cartridge preventing noise, smoke and blast escaping the barrel. Calibre: 7.62x42mm, weight: 0.85kg(loaded), length: 165mm, barrel length: 35mm muzzle velocity: 200 m/s. Pistolet wz31: Recoil operated, closed bolt sidearm of the armed forces utilizing the 11x23mm (.45 ACP) round. Very accurate and stable as due to the size and mass most stresses are absorbed rather than passed onto the shooter, and remains reliable even after shooting 6 thousand rounds. Calibre: 11x23mm, weight: 1.123kg(loaded), length: 176mm, barrel length: 122mm muzzle velocity: 260 m/s. PM wz.84: A modification of the wz.63 SMG. It is a personal weapon intended for combat and self-defense at ranges up to 150 m with single shot or fully automatic fire mode. It features compact design, minimum overall dimensions, small weight, very good accuracy, and fire stability. It is designed for the armament of heavy combat equipment crews and reconnoitering detachments, special anti-terrorist and police troops. Weight: 2.42 kg. Length: 605 mm with stock extended/405 mm with stock collapsed. Barrel length: 185 mm. Width: 58 mm. Height:172 mm. Cartridge: 11x23mm. Action: Straight blowback, closed bolt. Muzzle velocity: 290 m/s. Effective range: 75 to 200 m sight adjustment. Feed system: 15, 25-round box magazine. Sights: Fixed, front post and rear flip-up sight with notch and aperture settings, 280 mm sight radius. Picatinny rail enables other optical enhancements. UKM: The Intermarine army’s general-purpose machine gun. A picatinny rail enables the usage of several optical enhancements. Weight: 8.4 kg. Length 1203 mm. Barrel length 547 mm. Cartridge 7.62x51mm. Action Gas operated, rotating bolt. Muzzle velocity 840 m/s. Feed: Belt (100, 200 and 250 rounds) ![]() On guard with the UKM. KMK: The Intermarine armies light machinegun. The bipod is optional and the weapon is equipped with a folding stock. A picatinny rail enables the usage of several optical enhancements. Weight: 7kg. Length: 780mm, 680mm with stock folded. Barrel Length: 330mm. Cartridge: 6.8x43mm. Action: gas operated, rotating bolt. Feed: 200 round belt or 30 round box magazine. WKM wz.34: The Intermarine armies large calibre machine gun. Only slight modifications have been made to it since its introduction in 1934. Weight: 25kg. Length: 1560mm. Barrel Length: 636mm. Cartridge: 12.7x99mm. Feed: 50 round belt. Muzzle velocity: 890m/s. Rate of fire: 750rpm. Maximum range: 2000m (ground targets) 1000m (airborne targets). Sights: Iron sights, picatinny rail enables other sights. KW Alex: A bullpup sniper rifle. Having a picatinny rail it can use a number of different optical systems. Weight 6.1 kg. Length 1038 mm. Barrel length 680mm. Cartridge 7.62x51mm. Muzzle velocity 870m/s. Effective range: 800m. Feed: 10 round detachable box magazine. WKW Nosorożec: A bullpup, anti-material/sniper rifle. Optics are attached via a picatinny rail. Weight 16.1kg. Length 1350mm. Barrel length 880mm. Cartridge 12.7x99mm. Muzzle velocity 2895m/s. Effective range: 2000m. Feed System: 7 round detachable box magazine. ![]() KW Alex and WKW Nosorożec. PZR Strzała: a man portable air defence system. It consists of a 72 mm anti-aircraft missile set with a flight speed of 650 m/s, as well as a single-use launcher, re-usable grip stock and thermal battery coolant assembly electric unit. Weight; 6.5kg (missile weight 10.5kg). Warhead weight: 1.27kg. Detonation mechanism: contact. Operational Range: 5.5 km. Flight Altitude: 3.5 km. Guidance: infrared. Granat wz.56-b: Dual purpose anti-personnel, anti tank rifle-grenade. A bullet catch enables the grenade to be used with standard rifle rounds. On contact the bullet arms and propels the grenade that detonates on impact. Aiming is done via alidade attached to the kbk. ZAK. Weight: 405 grams Length: 352 mm Diameter: 40 mm. Granatnik wz.74 Broda: Initially a underslung grenade launcher it is also produced in a stand-alone version (granatnik 74d). Weight: 1.25kg (74d: 2.3kg). Length: 324mm (74d: 670/395mm extended/collapsed). Barrel Length: 267mm. Cartridge: 40x47mm. Action: Break action. Feed system: breech-loaded, single-shot. Sights: Notched short range quadrant sight (0 to 400 m), folding leaf sight graduated from 170 to 430 m. Granatnik wz79 Maryśka: belt fed, blowback operated, air cooled, crew served, fully automatic grenade launcher. A man-portable crew-served weapon that can fire from a tripod mounted position or from a vehicle mount, with the latter being the preferred method. Weight: 32.9 kg Length: 1090 mm Barrel length: 413 mm Width: 340 mm Cartridge: 40×53mm Action: Blowback (Advanced Primer Ignition) Rate of fire: 325–375 rpm (cyclic) Effective range: 75-1400 m Maximum range: 2023 m Feed system: Belt RWG-61: Is a multi-use, portable, unguided, shoulder launched, anti-tank rocket propelled grenade launcher. It uses a number of different grenades including HEAT, tandem HEAT, Fragmentation and thermo-baric. Weight: 7 kg Length: 950 mm Calibre: 40mm (grenades vary) Muzzle velocity: 115m/s Effective range: 200m Maximum range: ~ 920 m (self detonates) Sights: iron sights, 4x scope or Red dot reflex sight on Picatinny rails. RWG-67: A light one-shot anti-tank weapon firing an unguided rocket propelled grenade. Though no longer capable of penetrating a tanks frontal armour it remains useful against fortifications and as an anti-personnel weapon. Weight: 2.1kg (grenade: 1.78kg). Length: 1190/805mm (extended/folded) Cartridge: 68mm. Calibre: 40mm. Feed system: one shot, non re-usable launch tube. Sights: iron sights. Effective range: 250m. Muzzle Velocity: 145m/s. Gośka wz.59 recoilless rifle: Man-portable reusable multi-role recoilless rifle. Calibre: 84 mm rifled Crew: 2 optimal, 1 minimal Weight: 8.5 kg, 0.8 kg (mount) Length: 1.065mm Breech: Hinged. Rate of fire: 6 rounds per minute Sights: Iron sights, optical 3x, laser rangefinder, image intensification system. Effective Range: 150 m against tanks, 700 m against stationary targets, 1000 m against stationary targets when using rocket-boosted ammunition. SBP wz.97 Igła: is a man portable fire-and-forget anti-tank guided rocket system. Primarily used to engage and destroy targets in line of sight it can also be used to make a top-attack profile through a “fire, observe and update” guidance method. A larger version (ER) is intended to be mounted on vehicles. Weight: Launch unit: 5kg (ER:30kg). Rocket: 14kg (ER:34kg). Length: 1670mm. Rate of Fire: Ready to launch in 30 seconds, reload in 15 seconds. Range: 4000m (ER: 8000m). Sights: 10x optical sight. Detonation Mechanism: Impact. Mozdierz wz.65: This heavy mortar is light enough to be transported by helicopter sling load, drop by parachute or carried in an APC. It can also be towed as a normal artillery piece or even manhandled if necessary, the handling rings aid in doing so. All components are made of chrome-plated or stainless steel to resist wear and corrosion. Weight: 136–272 kilograms Crew: 4 Calibre: 120 mm Carriage: carriage wheels Elevation: +30°/+80° Traverse: -20°/+20° Rate of fire: 1st minute: 16 rounds burst, 4 rounds per minute sustained thereafter. Effective range: 200–9,500 metres Maximum range: 10,500 metres. ![]() Mortar wz.78. In the background KTO Szakal. Mozdzierz wz.78: A lightweight smooth bore, muzzle-loading, high-angle-of-fire mortar used for close-in support of ground troops. Weight: 21.1 kg. Barrel length: 1 metre. Crew: 3. Calibre: 60 mm. Rate of fire: up to 20 rpm sustained, 30 rpm for short periods. Effective range: 70–3,490m Feed system: manual KTO Szakal: An 8x8 multi-role amphibious vehicle with steel-composite armour that has, in recent years, successfully withstood attacks from RPG’s. Primarily an APC it can serve as an IFV. The chasis is also used as the basis for a self propelled 120mm mortar, command vehicle and casualty evacuation vehicle. Weight 22,000 kg Length 7.7 m Width 2.8 m Height 2.3 m Crew 3 (commander, driver, gunner) 8 passengers. Armament: 1 30x173 mm chain gun, 1 7.62x51mm UKM general purpose MG. Operational range: 800km. CB91 Borsuk: Born from experiments made in the 1980’s concerning the modernisation of the countries armoured forces. Following successful experiments with model 55 tanks engineers used the gained knowledge to design a new MBT. Being smaller and lighter than most comparable machines the CB91 was designed for wars of manoeuvre rather than attrition. Its chassis forms the basis for a number of vehicles including the “Julia” AA platform, the “Lewiatan” howitzer and the WZT recovery vehicle/bridge layer. Weight 45.9 tonnes Length 6.95 m (9.67 with barrel in forward position) Width 3.59 m Height 2.19 m Crew 3. Primary armament 1 x 125mm gun. Secondary armament 1 x 7.62mm UKM coaxial general purpose machine gun 1 x 12.7mm anti-aircraft heavy machine gun. Operational range 650 km (700 km with extra fuel tanks). CB94 Goryl: Born from the trend of recent years that saw a decline in conflicts between countries and a rise of conflicts with guerrilla groups. Designed for such conflicts the Goryl offers good all around protection with modular armour with additional plates underneath. Its suspension is also designed to handle off road environments better than previous models. As of now the army is satisfied with the design though has recently introduced a new system to assist in the protection from more recent anti-tank RPG’s. The short operational range (short as far as Intermaris command is concerned) and lower speed has led the tank to be dubbed a “Siege Tank” by the soldiers rather than a “Cavalry Tank” like older variants. The first Intermarine design shifting the engine and transmission to the front, theoretically increasing the crews chance of surviving a direct hit as well as increasing space in the crew compartment without sacrificing armour or making the vehicle that much larger than previous MBT’s. This space is sufficient to even transport an infantry team should the need arise. Weight 65 tonnes, Length 9.04 m rear to muzzle, 7.60 m: without gun, Width 3.72m—without skirts, Height 2.66 m, Crew 3 (commander, driver, gunner). Primary armament: 125mm gun. Secondary armament: 1 × 12.7 mm, 2xUKM 7.62 mm MG, 1 × 60 mm internal mortar. Operational Range: 500km. WSO wz.95 Lewiatan: Self propelled, tracked howitzer based on the Borsuk chassis. Weight: 52,140 kg Length: 11.64 m Width: 3.40 m Height: 3.80 m Crew: 5. Rate of fire: 6 rounds per minute Effective range: 30 km Maximum range: 40 km Main Armament: 155 mm Secondary Armament: 12.7 MG Power/weight: 16.3 hp/t Suspension; torsion bar Operational Range: 360 km Speed; Maximum: 60 km/h ![]() WSO Danuta. WSO wz.77 Danuta: Self propelled, 8x8 wheeled howitzer. Length: 10.5 m Width: 2.8 m Height: 2.6 m Weight: 23,000 kg Maximum Road Speed: 80 km/h Range: 600 km Rate of Fire: 3 rpm for 30 minutes Maximum Gun Range: 18 km Fording: 1.4 m Vertical Obstacle: 1.5 m Trench: 1.4 m Crew: 4 to 5 Armament: Primary: 155 mm gun-howitzer, Secondary: 12.7mm UKM. WSO wz.79 Kalamara: Self propelled multiple rocket launcher using a 6x6 truck with an armoured crew compartment. Weight: 17,000 kilograms Length: 8.58 m Width: 2.54 m Height: 2.74 m Crew: 4 Calibre: 122.4 mm Barrels: 40 Range:1.6–42 km Armour: Steel. Suspension: 6x6 wheeled Operational Range: 650 km Speed: 85 km/h WPB Smigły: A multi purpose, tracked combat platform serving as the basis for an IFV, light tank, self propelled artillery platform, self propelled anti aircraft system, medical evacuation, engineer vehicle as well as command and control. Weight 33 tonnes (45 with add-on armour) Length 6.9 m Width 3.3 m Height 2.8 m Crew 3+4(light tank) or +8(IFV). Primary armament: Varies by version including; Light Tank: 120 mm gun. IFV: 30x173mm chain gun. Artillery Platform: 105mm gun. AA platform: 2 35x228 mm guns, several Strzala AA missiles. Secondary armament 1 x 7.62mm UKM coaxial general-purpose machine gun, 1 x 12.7mm anti-aircraft heavy machine gun. Operational range: 600km. AMZ Bizon: Multi-purpose infantry mobility vehicle. Weight 4.5 tonnes. Length 5.74 m. Width 2.05 m. Height 2.16 m. Crew 13. Armour mostly B6 class armour Main armament: 7.62x51mm machine gun. Secondary armament: As an alternative 12.7 x 99 mm MG. Power/weight 32 hp/tonne. Operational range: 800 km. Speed: 100km/h. WRB-62: An amphibious armoured patrol car. To aid in crossing ditches it is equipped with two pairs of chain driven belly wheels. Some of the vehicles have been converted to self-propelled AA batteries and fire control vehicles. Weight: 7.7 tonnes. Length: 5.75 m Width: 2.37 m Height: 2.31 m Crew: 4 (driver, co-driver, commander, gunner) Armour: Welded steel. Main Armament: 12.7mm gun. Secondary Armament: 7.62 mm MG. can be fitted with hunter killer rockets. Power/weight:18.2 hp/tonne Operational Range: 750 km Speed: 100 km/h road.10 km/h water. PZA Julia: a radar-directed self propelled anti-aircraft system. Weight: 45 tonnes. Length: 6.67m Width: 3.4m. Height: 2.19m. Crew: 3 (commander, gunner, driver). Main Armament: 2 35x228mm. Secondary Armament: Strzala missile system. Power/weight: 20hp/tonne. Operational Range: 650km. Speed: 60km/h. SPG Halina: is a heavy, multi-purpose armoured personnel carrier though currently employed only as a radar system (N21) and as a mine layer/clearer variant (SUM). Weight: 30,000 kg Length 10.41 m Width 2.87 m Height 3.35 m Main armament 12.7mm machine-gun Speed 65 km/h. AMZ Wół: an armoured fighting vehicle designed with protection from mines and improvised munitions in particular. Weight: 19t. Length: 7.08m. Width: 2.74m. Height: 2.64m Crew: 2+10. Armament; Primary: optional remote system. Secondary: optional firing ports. Payload: 5.9t. Suspension: 6x6 wheeled. Operational Range: 966km Top Speed: 105km/h. BRL 47: Twin engine, tandem rotor heavy lift helicopter primarily used for troops movement and battlefield resupply. Crew: 3 (pilot, co-pilot, flight engineer) Capacity: 55 troops or 24 litters and 3 attendants or 12,700 kg cargo. Length: 30.1 m Rotor diameter: 18.3 m Height: 5.7 m Empty weight: 10,185 kg Maximum speed: 315 km/h Range: 741 km Armament: up to 3 pintle mounted machine guns. ZLM 17: Twin engine medium transport helicopter that can act as a gunship. Crew: Three – two pilots and one engineer. Capacity: 30 troops or 12 stretchers or 4,000 kg cargo internally /5,000 kg externally slung. Length: 18.465 m Rotor diameter: 21.25 m Height: 4.76 m Empty weight: 7,489 kg Maximum speed: 250 km/h Range: 465 km Service ceiling: 6,000 m Armament: up to 1,500 kg of disposable stores on six hardpoints. ZLM W-4:A variant of the W3 helicopter that, via the usage of harsh angles and flat surfaces is meant to minimize its visibility on radar while reduced noise operation allows silent deployment. It can be configured for multiple roles with transport, as it’s basic form. In such a configuration the W-4 has removable seats and can be used to carry cargo or casualties as an alternative to 12 passengers. Crew: 2 Length: 14.2 m Rotor diameter: 15.7 m Height: 4.12 m Weight (empty): 3.3 t Weight (maximum takeoff): 6.4 t Max Speed: 250km/h Service Ceiling: 5.1 km Range: 760 km Armament: Numerous weapons configurations. ![]() ZLM W-3 SB-34: Twin-engine attack helicopter and low capacity troop transport. Crew: 2/3 (pilot, weapon system officer and optional technician). Capacity: 8 troops or 4 stretchers or 2400kg. Length: 17.5m Rotor Diameter: 17.3m Wingspan: 6.5m Height: 6.5m Empty weight: 8500kg. Maximum speed: 335km/h. Range: 450km. Service Ceiling: 4500m. Armament: 12.7mm multi-barrel gun or 30mm gun and 7.62mm machine guns on passenger compartment. Other armament varies. ZLM W-3: Medium sized, twin-engine, multipurpose helicopter. Crew: 2. Capacity: 12 passengers or four stretcher cases and one attendant or 2550kg. Payload: 2,100 kg. Length: 14.21 m. Rotor diameter: 15.7 m. Height: 5.14 m. Empty weight: 3,850 kg. Cruise speed: 238 km/h. Range: 745 km. Service ceiling: 4,910 m. Armament: Numerous weapon configurations. WSK LS 4: Light, single engine multi-purpose helicopter. Crew: one, pilot Capacity: 4 passengers Length: 10.57 m Rotor diameter: 9.00 m Height: 3.05 m Empty weight: 1,050 kg Maximum speed: 260 km/h Range: 790 km Service ceiling: 5,200 m. WSK Nova: Primary jet trainer of the Intermarine air force. A simple, rugged and forgiving craft it is the oldest aircraft in service and arguably the most reliable jet in existence. Though a trainer by design it has been used as both a ground attack and reconnaissance craft in the past. Crew: Two - student and instructor. Length: 11.15 m. Wingspan: 10.06 m. Height: 3.50 m. Empty weight: 2,560 kg. Maximum speed: 720 km/h. Range: 1,250 km. Service ceiling: 11,000 m. BRL Damian: Turboprop, single engine trainer. Crew: 2: student, instructor Length: 9.3 m Wingspan: 10.00 m Height: 3.53 m Empty weight: 1,825 kg Maximum speed: 550 km/h Range: 2,200 km Service ceiling: 10.000m. ZLM 28 Halny: Twin-engine, high winged monoplane with tricycle, non-retractable landing gear. Built primarily as a STOL cargo and passenger plane it is also used as a patrol and reconnaissance craft. Crew: 2 Capacity: 19 passengers Payload: 2,000 kg Length: 13.10 m Wingspan: 22.06 m Height: 4.90 m Empty weight: 4,100 kg Maximum speed: 355 km/h Range: 1,500 km Service ceiling: 7,620 m. WSK 130: Four engine military transport that has been also used in numerous other roles such as a gunship, airborne assault, search and rescue, scientific research, reconnaissance, aerial refuelling, maritime patrol, and aerial fire fighting. Crew: 5 (two pilots, navigator, flight engineer and loadmaster) Capacity: 92 passengers or 64 airborne troops or 74 litter patients with 2 medical personnel or 6 pallets or 2 armoured personnel carriers. Payload: 20,000 kg Length: 29.8 m Wingspan: 40.4 m Height: 11.6 m Wing area: 162.1 m² Empty weight: 34,400 kg Maximum speed: 592 km/h Range: 3,800 km Service ceiling: 10,060 m. ![]() Two M-27s on patrol. ZLM M-27: Twin-engine, super-manoeuvrable defence interceptor. Crew: 1 Length: 21.9 m Wingspan: 14.7 m Height: 5.92 m Empty weight: 16,380 kg Maximum speed: Mach 2.35 at altitude Range: 3,530 km at altitude Service ceiling: 19,000 m Armament: 1x 30mm gun, 8 000 kg of ordnance in several configurations. BRL M-18: Single Engine all weather multirole fighter. Crew: 1 Length: 15.06 m Wingspan: 9.96 m Height: 4.88 m Wing area: 27.87 m² Empty weight: 8570 kg Maximum speed: Mach 2 at altitude Service ceiling: 15240+m Armament: 1× 20 mm 6-barreled cannon, 7700kg of ordnance. ZLM M-35: is a single engine, multi-role STOVL aircraft designed with stealth capabilities. Crew: 1. Length: 15.6 m. Wingspan: 10.7 m. Height: 4.33 m. Wing area: 42.7 m². Empty weight: 14,700 kg. Maximum speed: Mach 1.6+. Range: 1,670 km. Combat radius: 869 km. Service ceiling: 18,288 m Armament: Guns: 1 × 20 mm 4-barreled cannon. Hard points: 6 × external pylons on wings with a capacity of 6,800 kg and two internal bays with two pylons each for a total weapons payload of 8,100 kg. WSK S-2: is a single-engine, high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft. It provides day and night, very high-altitude, all-weather intelligence gathering. The S-2 has also been used for electronic sensor research, satellite calibration, and communications purposes. Despite being in service for more than fifty years it remains amongst the best planes of its type. Crew: One. Length: 19.2 m. Wingspan: 31.4 m. Height: 4.88 m. Wing area; 92.9 m². Empty weight: 6,760 kg. Maximum speed: 805 km/h. Cruise speed: 690 km/h. Range: 10,300 km. Service ceiling: 21,300+ m. ZLM A50: is a multi-purpose four-engine strategic air-lifter. It was first planned as a commercial freighter in 1967 and designed for delivering heavy machinery to remote, poorly serviced areas of Intermaris. Military versions see it used additionally as an airborne refuelling tanker or as an airborne warning and command and control system (AWACS). The A50 has seen extensive service as a commercial freighter for ramp-delivered cargo, especially for outsized or heavy items unable to be otherwise carried. It has been used as emergency response transport for civilian evacuations and to deliver humanitarian/disaster relief aid around the world, especially to undeveloped areas due to its ability to operate from unpaved runways. Specialist models have also been produced for aerial fire fighting and zero-G training. Crew: 5. Capacity: 50,000 kg. Length: 46.59 m. Wingspan: 50.5 m. Height: 14.76 m. Wing area: 300.0 m². Empty weight: 92,500 kg. Maximum speed: 900 km/h. Range: 4,300 km with 50 tonne max payload. Service ceiling: 13,000 m. Wing loading: 566.7 kg/m² Minimal landing run: 450 m with thrust reversal. Armament: Guns: 2×30 mm cannon in radar-directed manned turret at base of tail. Bombs: Some military models have 2 hard points under each outer wing capable of supporting 500 kg bombs. BRL BSR: is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). Initially conceived in the early 1990s for reconnaissance and forward observation roles, the BSR carries cameras and other sensors but has been modified and upgraded to carry and fire missiles or other munitions. Civilian applications have included border enforcement and scientific studies. Crew: none on-board. Length: 8.22 m. Wingspan: 14.8 m. Height: 2.1 m. Wing area: 11.5 m² Empty weight: 512 kg. Maximum speed: 217 km/h. Cruise speed: 130–165 km/h. Stall speed: 100 km/h. (dependent on aircraft weight) Range: 1,100 km. Endurance: 24 hours. Service ceiling: 7,620 m. Armament: 2 hard points. Dijckman Class Helicopter Destroyer: is a helicopter carrier designed and built for the Intermarine Navy. The ships' primary mission is to function as an anti-submarine warfare carrier with her anti-submarine helicopters. They also have enhanced command-and-control capabilities, allowing them to serve as flagships for the FWM. During peacetime operations, or “military operations other than war” (MOOTW), the ships serve in peacekeeping and relief operations, as well as the “diverse situations” Intermaris foresees confronting on the high seas." Dijckman class ships can be outfitted with VTOL/STOVL fixed-wing aircrafts. Displacement:13,950 tons standard; 19,000 tons full load Length: 197 m Beam: 33 m Draft: 7 m Propulsion:COGAG, two shafts, 100,000 hp (75,000 kW) Speed:more than 30 knots (56 km/h; 35 mph) Complement:360 Aircraft carried: Up to 11. Aviation facilities: Flight deck and enclosed hangar Armament: -16 VLS -16 surface to air missile. -12 Standoff anti-submarine missiles. -2x20 mm CIWS -2xtriple torpedo tubes. -Multiple GPMG ports. ![]() Cruise missile launched. Unrug class Destroyer: anti-surface warship of the Intermarine Navy. Its primary role is to attack enemy warships while also providing sea and air defense for warships and transports under escort. Displacement:6,200 tons standard, 7,940 tons full load Length: 156 m Beam: 17.3 m Draught: 6.5 m Speed:32.7 knots Range:14,000 nm Complement: 350 Electronic warfare and decoys: 2 decoy dispensers (200 rockets) Armament: Guns and Missiles 2× 4 Anti-ship missiles 2× 24 SAM 4× (2×2) 130 mm guns 4× 30 mm Gatling guns Anti-submarine: 4× (2×2) Torpedo tubes 2× anti-submarine rocket launcher Aircraft carried: 1 helicopter. Swirski class Destroyer: are a series of anti-submarine destroyers built for the Intermarine Navy. Displacement:6,930 tons standard, 7,570 tons full load Length: 163 m Beam:19.3 m Draught: 6.2 m Speed:35 kt Range:10500 nm Complement:300 Electronic warfare & decoys:Bell Squat jammer Bell Shroud intercept Bell Crown intercept 10 x PK-10 decoy Armament: Missiles: • 8 (2 x 4) anti submarine missiles • 64 (8 x 8 vertical launchers) surface to air missiles • 2 x SAM Guns: • 2 x 1 130mm guns • 4 x6 CIWS 30mm gatling guns Torpedoes: - 2 x 4 Torpedo tubes - 2 x 10 anti-submarine roclets. Aircraft carried: 2 helicopter. Aviation facilities: helicopter deck and hangar. ![]() Resupply at sea. Fentross class Frigate: is a class of frigate built for the Intermarine Navy. Originally designed for anti-submarine warfare the frigate has proved their versatility in war fighting, peacekeeping and maritime security operations across the globe. Displacement:4,900 t Length: 133 m Beam:16.1 m Draught: 7.3 m Speed:28 knots achieved 34.4 knots during high-speed trials Range:14,485 km Complement:185 Electronic warfare & decoys:4 x 6-barrel decoy launchers 3 offboard decoys Armament: Anti-air missiles: 1× 32-cell missile canisters. Anti-ship missiles: 2× 4 anti-ship missiles Anti-submarine torpedoes: 2× Twin tubes for torpedoes Guns: 1× 130mm gun. 2× 30mm automated guns 2× Miniguns 4× General-purpose machine guns Aircraft carried: 1 helicopter. Aviation facilities: Flight deck and Enclosed hangar. Sitton class Submarine: nuclear powered, multi-purpose attack submarine. Displacement:7,700–8,600 surfaced 12,800 submerged Length: 120m Beam: 15m Draught: 8.4m Speed:20kn surfaced, 28kn submerged silent, 35kn submerged max. Range:unlimited except by food supplies Test depth: 600 meters Complement: 90 (32 officers) Armament: 32 (8x4) VLS, Cruise Missiles, or 40 (8x5) VLS. 10x torpedo tubes. Sassnitz Class fast attack craft: is a small, fast, agile and offensive warship armed with anti-ship missiles, gun or torpedoes. FACs are usually operated in close proximity to land as they lack both the sea keeping and all-round defensive capabilities to survive in blue water. Displacement:369 tonnes Length: 48.90 m Beam: 8.65 m Draft:2.15 m Speed:36 knots Range:3,000 km (1,620 NM) Complement:33 Armament: 4 x RBS-15 Mk3 anti-ship missiles 1 x 75 mm gun 1 x CISW 30 mm gun 2 x CISW rocket launchers Szaldag class patrol boat: is a small but fast class of patrol boats. Designed for security tasks where high intercept speeds are required, such as interdiction of terrorism and illegal smuggling. Length: 24.8 metres Beam:6 metres Draught: 1.2 metres Speed:50 knots (Full Speed), 45 knots (Cruising Speed) Capacity: up to 6 ton Armament: 1 x 30 mm gun, 1 x 20 mm cannon, 2 x 12.7mm WKM, depth charges. Pomsta class mine countermeasure ship: Ships designed to clear mines from vital waterways. Displacement: 1,312 tons Length: 68 m Beam: 12 m Draft: 4.6 m Speed:14 knots Complement: 8 officers, 76 enlisted Armament: Mine neutralization system, 2 × WKM. Szubra class minelayer/transport ship: Displacement:1745 tones Length: 95.8 m Beam: 8.65 m Draft: 2.38 m Speed:16.5 knots Range:850 Nm Complement: 37+135 or 9 MBT or 17 other vehicles or 134 mines. Armament: 4 x CIWS, 9x MCLC launching tubes. Czarniecki Class multitask logistical transport ship: Designed as a logistical support vessel, to transport troops and supplies for forces worldwide, and to cooperate with air transport and vessels in distant seas. It can carry up to 140 troops with vehicles, food and equipment, and can conduct offensive landing operations using landing ships, helicopters and armoured personnel carriers, as well as evacuating of troops and civilians. The ship can transport containers, fresh water, food and other supplies, and repair other vessels at open seas. Displacement:2,390 t Length: 73.8 m Beam:13.8 m Draft:5.6 m Speed:14.1 knots Armament: 2x CIWS. Edited by Intermaris, Jun 16 2013, 01:53 PM.
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Most of the following may be subject to change as more international history is agreed upon. History: Prehistory: A number of stone age and bronze age artefacts indicate the existence of societies in the land currently known as Intermaris. Exact details are scarce further confounded by the lack of written sources and the constant influx of new migrations who merely built on top of existing cities, limiting archaeological evidence. Antiquity: Cerberus sources state the area making up what is now Intermaris is inhabited by Nomadic tribes of Bedeie and the settled Aramic generally seen to be the forefathers of the Bedeje and the Aramyk of today (it is generally assumed that the Intermarines merely took the cerberan names for these peoples and took to writing them to suit there own language). The Bedeje, as nomads everywhere, were a constant harassment to the Cerberan Empire, pillaging and destroying any attempts of colonizing southwards. The Aramyk were described as being a confederacy of city-states that were both trading partners and military opponents to the Cerberan and were suspected of encouraging the Bedeje to concentrate their raiding and kidnapping practices to the north. What little Aramyk sources are left confirm what the Berberan write. The Lachy are first found in Cerberan sources near the late period listed as barbarians settled in the Border regions as “allies” to serve as a buffer against incoming barbarian hordes. When the Cerberus Empire collapsed the Lachy found themselves pushed back from their lands by migrating waves of barbarians. In what of histories turning points the Lachy found themselves offered land in the Aramyk city-states in return for military service. Over the course of the next centuries the Lachy would settle in increasing numbers. Exact records on the history of the Aramyk and Lachy prior to their settling in Intermaris is difficult. The Lachy only began keeping written records after settling in the region while many of the Aramyk documents were lost. It is assumed the Aramyk migrated to Liberia at some point from Xia and common cultural and genetic traits with the peoples of Amarek and several peoples of Xia seem to confirm this but exact details are lacking. The Leszy seem to share linguistic, cultural and genetic ties with the peoples of Northern Xia and most have, at some point, migrated south and west. The exact reason for this is unknown and could very well be simply a migration in search for better farmlands. Circa 200 BC The Elohists begin their migration westward, during the decades the group splinters and part marched southwest ultimately ending in what is to be Intermaris circa 125 BC, over the next century Elohism gains popularity but it also undergoes numerous changes as local customs and traditions are incorporated gradually changing it into what is now referred to as Zahteism. However, at the time, it was merely the strongest of several dozen religious movements in the region being the most centralized of them. Yeshunaity: Yeshua ben Ian was one of several of the religious leaders active in the first decades AD. In his lifetime gathered a large number of followers and reputably conducted several miracles. His popularity was such that the Zahteian elders had him arrested and trailed under religious law for blasphemy and forced the civil authorities to conduct his execution with threats of civil unrest. After its founders death the religion continued to expand, despite persecution, especially amongst the less fortunate across northern Liberia, southern Hesperia and Eastern Xia. As an illegal cult it had to function in secrecy and, fearful of what would happen if the “Barbarians” were to be united by it the powers that were conducted a massive propaganda campaign meant to avoid such an outcome by discrediting it. Yeshuanity was presented as a cult of homosexuals opposed to any form of governing, civilization and procreating as well as being pacifists, in short everything that “barbarians” despise. All but the last were outright lies but it did, successfully, deter many from having anything to do with the religion. It would take several centuries for Yeshuanity to clear its name as its followers, gradually managed to work there way into positions of authority and conducted mass conversions amongst younger and more dynamic peoples. Because of centuries of operating in secret there were numerous regional differences between followers of Yeshuanity, many of which are still present to this day. Middle Ages: Having settled in Intermaris in large numbers the Lachy soon became a powerful force but seemed to have a reluctance to unite allowing the Aramyk to maintain control. Fearful, however, of the Lachy numbers and due to a sense of superiority they exclude them from government and even from religious activities. In 523 AD A delegation of prominent Lachy place their complaints towards the ruler of the city of Agaba. The delegation is imprisoned and when word spreads to the Lachy in the garrison and the surrounding countryside they rally around the demand that these men be released. Violence broke out amd at the end of the fighting the Lachy found themselves in control of the city. A sejm of the elders decided to elect a ksiaze (prince) from amongst their number, rename the city Wola (will) and set the precedents for Lachy elsewhere in the land to take control and establish their own country. This results in a series of wars lasting over a thousand years. Barred from any positions of authority and even the religion of the Aramyk they gradually converted to Yeshuanity in its regional form and when they began to take control of the area and formed their own countries Yeshuanity became the state religion. For the first time ever followers of Yeshua were free to travel across the region to the sights of Yeshuas birth, life, miracles and death. Pilgrims started coming from all across the world to these places and such were the numbers, and wealth drawn from them, that both the Lachy and Aramyk left these pilgrims alone and even during periods of war they could travel to these holy places. The Imrabden put an end to this state of affairs. The Imrabden was a massive religious movement born in central Liberia that believed that all that is material is the work of evil and saw it as there duty to restore the “purity” of a spiritual world. The invaders swept into intermaris circa 1070, nearly drove the Aramyk into extinction and severely threatened the Lachy and other peoples in the region. With such a threat the Prince of Wola sent envoys to political and religious leaders elsewhere asking for aid, the reply shocked everyone. News of the atrocities committed on the faithful and the holy sights shocked and disgusted many and combined with a burst of religious fervour following fears about the worlds ending at the turn of the millennium saw many thousands “take the cross”, swearing oaths to free the holy land from the infidel. The Prince of Wola was not amused with this result. He had wanted money, arms and mercenaries. Instead he got a massive host of people containing many infirm, women and children who had to be fed and cared for and those who were soldiers were more often than not arrogant and looked down on the Lachy who spoke a completely foreign tongue, whose Yeshuanity was not the same as theirs and with alien costumes and customs, disregarding their experience of the climate and in their enemies fighting methods. There were several instances of Lach forces engaging the crusaders to stop their attacks on the local “heathen” population and looting. All the while the leaders of the crusade argued with the Prince who wanted to push the Imrabden back and reclaim the lands he had lost while many of the crusaders sought to gain land for themselves with the most ambitious looked to carve out their own countries. Agreements were finally made after the churches intervention that managed to sooth tempers and ambitions. What followed was a hard campaign; more dying to the climate or simply giving up and returning home than dying in combat. Despite the difficulties on all fronts the crusade managed to push the Imrabden out of the holy land, their oaths fulfilled most would return home leaving only a small number behind wishing to defend the land. Over the next centuries there would be a steady trickle of crusaders to the region to support the Lachy in defending the holy land with occasional mass crusades in times of great crisis. The crusading movement almost stopped in the 1300’s only to break out again with renewed vigour after the passing of Planet IV and the arrival of the Amorads in 1389 that threatened the region for the next centuries. The threat is so great that the surviving principalities begin negotiations to strengthen their co-operation. 1400 A gathering of the nobility from many principalities declare the creation of the "Serenissima Respublica Nobilis Interamaris” with the Prince of Wola elected as the frst king of the new state. Spoiler: click to toggle The Golden Age: The years until AD 1640 are generally regarded as the “golden age” of Intermaris. Its location made it a cross point in trade between three continents and the country grew rich as a result. Military reforms are passed and theories devised. The countries armies achieve unparalleled success on the battlefield and the armed might of several countries suffer blows to their pride, Livonia suffers so badly that its leaders decide to slink into isolation. The Slow Decline: The political and societal weaknesses of the First Commonwealth (as it is currently known) were present in the system from the start however initially they were not visible as the economy was the strong, the army virtually undefeated and the population of the country respected the laws. Frequently the nobility elected foreign born princes to the throne to minimize the chance of a strong family establishing a ruling dynasty. Many of these foreign born kings often found themselves in constant conflict with the nobles and, with a few exceptions, many were more interested in dynastic struggles than their adopted countries good. The loss of value of Intermarine agricultural produce in the mid 1600’s weakened the position of the nobility in favour of the aristocracy (magnats) de facto turning the republic into an oligarchy. Any attempts at reform were met with growing hostility as the magnats saw them as attempts to strengthen central authority. As such the army remained pitifully small, the amount of money in the treasury remained unpredictable as taxation was rarely enforced and the country slid further and deeper into anarchy as unpaid soldiers and nobles formed konfederacje and the population rebelled at ever the more reasons. Despite this the country still remained capable of producing effective officers and politicians who saved the day time and time again, ironically deepening the internal crisis as their success did not serve the cause of those favouring reforms. From the 1700’s Slostia gradually began playing an increasingly more important role in Intermaris. Soon most of the international trade was in Slostian hands. From the 1750’s the Slostian ambassador became the “grey eminence” of Intermaris and by 1760 the first Slostian soldiers landed in Intermaris to “Protect Slostene Citizens”. When, in 1767, Slostian soldiers ensured that the Slostian preffered candidate for the Intermarine throne was elected part of the nobility declared a konfederacja in Selassi with the intention of removing foreign influence from the country. The Intermarine and Slostian armies would spend more than a decade in irregular warfare with the konfederaci. Despite their amateur nature the konfederaci would achieve some local success against the armies but with no support the movement lost strength and by 1780 it would all but end. In 1806 another king would be elected under the pressure of Slostian bayonets. This time however the choice was a poor one as the king was ambitious enough to side with the reformers in the country in an attempt to strengthen the country. Happily coinciding with this Slostia gradually became embroiled in dynastic wars elsewhere leaving the reformers with only internal opposition to contend with. 1826 became the year when the reformists managed through a mixture of guile, intimidation and force get their reformers past in the form of a new constitution. Opposition was strong however, King Asaio Gimmarad of Slostia among them. Despite attempts to present the reforms and a stronger Intermaris as positive facts along assurances that the Intermarine-Slostian alliance would not be threatened king Asaio demanded his officers prepare plans to invade. His pretext for war came in 1829 when opponents of the reforms formed a konfederacja and called on Slostia for aid. Their was little doubt as to who would win the war as Intermaris had only 60 000 freshly trained soldiers with no real navy against several hundred thousand Slostians, veterans of their numerous dynastic wars across Liberia, Xia and Hesperia. With no real chance of stopping the Slostians from landing the Intermarines left small garrisons in the cities strengthened by militia, and pulled the main forces inland hoping to wear down the Slostians before breaking them in battle. Despite tactical success and the harsh Liberian climate decimating the Slostians the invaders seemed unstoppable and with several bloody battles along with news of Wola surrendering undermined morale. When the king died of malaria in 1832 the generals sought terms of surrender. The Kingdom of Intermaris: lasting from 1832 to 1914 the kingdom was in a personal union with Slostia, the king of Slostia was also the king of Intermaris. Despite this the Sejm and Senate were retained and as the king rarely appeared in Intermaris a regent represented him. Intermaris retained its currency and a semblance of an army and as far as internal affairs were concerned were left largely to Intermarine discretion and, ironically, many of the reforms introduced by the 1826 constitution were left to aid in governing the vast territory. The konfederaci who asked for Slostian intervention were barred from governing the country and most of them died in exile, fearful for their lives. Throughout the period the Slostians raised regiments from amongst the Intermarines (primarily cavalry) who served directly under Slostian command and were apart from the Royal Intermarine Army. Occasional bouts of nationalistic of social unrest were brutally suppressed and usually left to be expressed verbally. Ironically the Slostian presence in Intermaris laid the foundations of their empires downfall as young Slostians in Intermaris (either as soldiers or government officials and espescialy children growing up in the land) would have contact with Intermarine republican ideals and political leanings that many would than take home when they left. Likewise, despite official stances opposing it, there was intermarrying and cases of Slostians undergoing “Intermarification”, and Intermarines undergoing “Slostification”. It was also during this time that many began associating being “Intermarine” as being equivalent of being “Lach” as the Slostians made little differentiation between the two. When the troubles that ultimately led to the Slostian Civil War started Intermarine independence movements took note and unrest in Slostia was mirrored by unrest in Intermaris where even some socialist parties added national policies into their agenda hoping to improve their relations with the population. The situation really came to head in the winter of 1913 when rumours appeared that the Intermarine army might be used to quell the unrest in Slostia. Officer cadets and some military units mutiny and those that remain loyal seem ready to join the mutiny. Spontaneous rallies an manifestations take place in cities across Intermaris, symbols of Slostian government are torn down and Slostian soldiers find themselves disarmed by groups of soldiers, police and armed civilians. Faced with such a situation at home and news of an outbreak of civil war in Slostia the senate decides to cast the die and declare Intermarirs’ independence quickly followed the dethroning of Gistado IV. The Gimmarad Dynasty: King Gistado III Gimmarad: 1832-1847 Born: 1807, ascended at 25, died at 40 King Laridus Gimmarad: 1847-1850 Born: 1825, ascended at 19, died at 22 King Novigo Gimmarad: 1853-1880 Born: 1834, regented at 16, ascended at 19, died at 46 King Vagne Gimmarad: 1880-1899, Born: 1860, ascended at 20, died at 39 King Laridus II Gimmarad: 1903 Born: 1884, regented at 16, ascended and died at 19 King Gistado IV Gimmarad: 1907-1914 Born: 1888, regented at 15, ascended at 19, dethroned at 26. The Independence War: Often dismissed as merely a sideshow of the Slostian Civil War this brief conflict is arguably one of histories turning points. Starting spontaneously it soon saw combat across Liberia and Xia involving several different factions. Apart from Intermarine and Slostian military and paramilitary groups it also involved the paramilitaries of several nations and political factions. In gross oversimplification the Intermarines fought the Slostians in alliance with independence movements elsewhere in the Slostian Empire. On the sidelines there was Livonia, hostile to both, and various political militias vying for power. Initially merely a slogan of an independence part the army soon adapted a phrase “For your Freedom and Ours” in an attempt to deny any accusations that the Intermarines marched to replace the Slostians as the new imperial power. The Intermarine forces, though arguably the most unified, still presented themselves as a motley crew. There were professionals from the Royal Intermarine Army, reservists, ex professionals from the Slostian army as well as regional militias. The situation can be summed up in the words of an artillery officer attached to the first cavalry division. ”The 8th Lancers were entirely Intermarine in character, discipline was good and the regiments external appearance singled it out from the rest. In no other were saddles so smartly packed and stirrups and bits so well polished. The 9th Lancers were made up of northern militia. There was less lordliness than in the 8th and more a sense of a citizen soldier, less elegance but more dash, less training but more enthusiasm. The 14th Lancers were nothing like the others: the scruffily uniformed men rode thoroughbred horses on short stirrups and carried lances, sabres and whips tucked into their boots. Being militia from the west they looked down on the 9th as the two regiments disliked each other. The 16th regiment, recruited from veterans of the Slostian military as was their equipment and tack. Everything was smart, new and solid. The men all wore lancer shakos and Slostian uhlan jackets along with tall cavalry boots. Order and discipline were exemplary. They rode huge, bony, heavy horses overloaded with kit. They had everything; sabres, lances, bayonets and spades, gasmasks and canteens. Mounting was a major performance on account of all this and when they marched past at a trot they rattled and clanked like knights.” ![]() All equipment was Slostian in make simplifying logistic problems however as arms manufacturing was minimal in the colonies the Intermarines found themselves under equipped in artillery and machine guns. Arming cavalry was slightly easier as lances were easy enough to produce and many families had ancestral sabres available, stud farms were plentiful ensuring a good supply of horses. The small, Intermarine navy (consisting solely of patrol craft) was bolstered by Slostian ships captured while in harbour in the first stages of the conflict as were Slostian aircraft and the seizure of Slostian arsenals in major cities gave a much needed boost to the weapons available. Despite this the Intermarines found themselves desperately looking for countries willing to sell arms. Northeastern Liberia consists primarily of arid lowlands. True mountains are scarce and the only real obstacles come in the form of rivers and marshes that during the dry season turn into muddy streams rather than true rivers. Hard roads were in short supply well into the 1960’s and most consisted of beat earth tracks, hard as rock and throwing up clouds of dust in the dry season and turning into muddy streams in the rain season. As such offence carried more weight than defence while the only reliable forms of transport was via horse or rail. Armoured trains played an important role in military operations, securing rear lines and providing fire support as needed to forward elements. Without tanks (Intermaris had none and what few Slostia had were used for the civil war) armoured cars provided an alternative for mobile armoured support and both sides made several dozen. The war itself was a mixed affair, some Slostian loyalists were disarmed in the initial confusion and many surrendered after a symbolic resistance. Others stubbornly held out, linking up with other units and attempted to form defensive positions to hold until reinforcements arrived. The terrain however did not help such plans and Intermarine cavalry frequently found poorly manned positions and overran them before moving on to cause panic in rear areas while leaving the moping up to the infantry. By the years end most Slostian forces in Liberia and Xia had capitulated though fighting would continue between different nations and political groups as, with the common enemy gone, lesser grievances came to the fore. On the political front the Intermarines did their utmost to convince other countries to acknowledge the new country and to forestall any interventions, Rahab quickly acknowledged the countries independence, which aided matters. Attempts at achieving an agreement with Slostia were surprisingly straightforward. Though all factions in the Civil War were not happy with the collapse of their empire the enmity between the factions stopped them from forming a common front. Of all the factions only the republicans made peaceful gestures towards the former colonies and therefore became acknowledged as the “true” representation of Slostia. After several years negotiations a peace treaty was formed in which Slostia formerly acknowledged their colonies independence. Interbellum: The next two decades was a period of intense political activity and industrialisation. With the immediate concern of war with Slostia over Intermaris found itself operating as a “policeman” of the former empire, doing its best to end conflicts quickly and keep as many of the new countries together as possible. Pan-Liberism, as it is sometimes referred to, envisioned a confederation of independent countries, governing themselves but presenting a common front against foreign powers. Idealistically it would give the new countries the strength they needed to maintain their newly gained independence. Results varied but with nationalism at its most popular no country was willing to sacrifice part of their independence to an international entity that, many believed, would replace a Slostian empire with an Intermarine. As the threat of another international war loomed most however agreed to mutual defence treaties. Intermaris itself needed to solve its internal problems. A large country but poorly populated at the time it numbered some 35 million inhabitants, the vast majority of whom lived in the more fertile coastal regions. Nearly 70% of the population lived in rural areas and likewise industry was poorly developed and agriculture varied from very modern and efficient in the east to increasingly primitive in the west. Infrastructure was largely poor, hard road surfaces rarely extended beyond cities and in most cases were little more than dirt tracks. The railway network was extensive near the coast but grew increasingly sparse inland. Ports, shipyards and docks, however, were large and modern. Many reforms were introduced, most of them unpopular, in an effort to increase efficiency and make investments more profitable. Both private and state investments were made in an effort to industrialize the country and many foreign designs were purchased and formed the basis of future Intermarine designs. Educational reforms were introduced in an effort to curb illiteracy. Several years of bickering yielded the countries constitution in 1916, establishing Intermaris as a parliamentary republic. The constitution guaranteed freedom of religion and speech as well as universal suffrage. The constitution also abolished any special privileges held by the nobility. It was decided that Intermaris would be known as “The Second Commonwealth”. However the constitution proved to be unstable and over the course of its existence it saw no less than 13 prime ministers. The position of president was purposely left weak of fear that wartime heroes would take control of the new country. In 1923 A coalition of officers decided their was a need to restore functionality to the countries political system and, using summer maneuvers to concentrate their forces, marched on the capital. Many officers opted not to get involved in the conflict while others openly sided with the mutineers. Those that attempted to send reinforcements for the government were confounded by a rail workers strike. After two weeks fighting the government agreed to disband and power was given to the mutineers who immediately set to work drawing up a new constitution. It would be declared in 1926 and would remain in use (with slight changes) to this day. After the initial euphoria of regained independence passed there came a period of internal unrest as socialists stirred unrest over unpopular reforms leading to several violent riots over the first fifteen years until the results of the reforms and harsh sentences curbed the unrest. Foreign policy was dictated by a combination of fear regarding of remaining colonial powers, fearing that the collapse of the Slostian empire might serve as an inspiration to their own subjects and Intermaris, being the largest of the newly independent states and in the most strategic location, drew the most attention. Intermaris quickly achieved good relations with Rahab and quickly established proper relations with the new Republic of Slostia and, by extension, soon found itself cooperating with these countries allies as well. As the countries economy improved its stance changed from defensive to more offensive. Intermaris became a haven for independence movements. Propaganda books and leaflets were printed in large quantities and radio broadcasts sent. “Freedom Fighters” were trained in irregular warfare. The Intermarine army received a generous share of the budget and used the money to expand and research new forms of combat. Intermaris was amongst the first to research airborne infantry operations and to build all metal aircraft. After purchasing its first tanks from abroad they used them as the basis for their own tanks (amongst the first to use diesel engines) that, following the experiences of their Independence war were small, light and fast tanks meant to gradually replace cavalry in military operations. The navy underwent a massive overhaul, aircraft carriers were built by converting older ships and the underwater fleet was increased. To bolster its own shortcomings Intermaris looked through foreign designs and negotiated purchases. Increasingly confident in the inevitability of war Intermarine agents began a campaign meant to present to their allies a vision of a world arrayed against the Coalition waiting only for a pretext to invade aiming to justify the need to strike first. The Lomarre Crisis: The Commonwealths policy of undermining the hold of colonial powers in their oversea territories caused much tension in international relations. Through a mixture of political maneuvering, deniability, promises of varying degrees of honesty, audacity and international mediation meant that most conflicts were temporarily defused. However when a Lomarre colony declared its independence war nearly broke out as Intermaris had to support the move or lose its credibility as a champion of national self-determination. War however was averted. Lomarre saw the ADATTA as its greatest threat and the only chance of surviving an invasion would be to ally itself with the Coalition, to do so it would have to surrender its colonies. At a series of international meetings agreements were made and over the next years referendums decided the fate of Lomarres empire as it was divided so as to best reflect the will of the people living there. The threat of international war had been averted for a few years more... ![]() World War: The exact “spark” that caused the war to start is still debated but when it did the Intermarines were quick to move. Their underwater fleets spread out across the oceans intent on crippling their opponents fleets still in harbour and make mercantile movement as difficult as possible while mine layers soon created mine fields. The air force struck at enemy airfields and shipyards with the intent of destroying as much of their enemies’ air and naval strength while unready for action. Special forces called on “freedom fighters” to rise against their masters and Airborne and marine forces were quick to move in to support an uprising in Amarek and elsewhere. The ground forces did their best to emulate the success of the armies of the independence war with armoured and cavalry brigades exploiting openings in the enemies lines to move on into their rear, surrounding formations, capturing strategic locations and spreading panic while leaving the actual destruction of such encircled formations to the infantry. Marching again under the motto of “For your Freedom and Ours” the Intermarines quickly organized governments in the lands they “liberated” as well as creating volunteer armies to assist them in the war which, to this day, most Intermarines believe to have been a “just” war. Post War: A period of rebuilding, establishing relations with new countries and re-establishing relations with old countries, many of whom were enemies in the hopes of a bright future. Edited by Intermaris, Apr 28 2013, 08:16 AM.
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