Yale Rectorate shared national focus tree/scriptoutput
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Subsidise Industry
Although some of our more radical economists despise any government interference into the economy, analysts have shown that there is much to gain from subsidising our industries. A few key investments will give us the opportunity to innovate new production methods which will give our factories an advantage over foreign competitors.
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Revitalise Yale
Yale, the old capital, and namesake of our country, has slowly been eclipsed by Greenback as the heart of our nation. However, the city lays at a strategic location for regional trade and still has potential to grow its industry. An investment in Yale now would surely see the city regain some of its former splendour.
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Invest in the Capital
Greenback has been the beating heart of Yale since the industrial revolution kicked off. Many of the old cities in Griffonia, like Yale, grew decadent and new centres of industry and culture took their place. With the city already being the home of our most important companies, we ought to incentivise them to expand their operations in the city.
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Modernise the Curriculum
The speed at which science advances is growing ever faster, leaving griffons in more unfortunate countries behind. However, the universities must keep a steady flow of students coming from the younger generations. To give them the highest chance of success, we must update the curriculum so that our pupils aren't taught outdated theories.
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Highways to Yale
Yale's infrastructure has been neglected for years, since the area lacked the heavy industrial traffic of Greenback. It is imperative that Yale gets properly integrated into our transportation network, so that the southwest will also be open for future industrial development.
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Rails to the North
Most of our trade to Griffenheim flows along rivers, meaning the cities in our north missed out on vital investments into highways and railroads. With the Empire growing ever more volatile, it may be strategically sound to integrate the north into our existing infrastructure network.
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Station One
Our rail network has been centered around Greenback since the first rails were laid down. At the centre of the city is Station One, a masterpiece of late-imperial architecture and a landmark of our capital. As the demand for train traffic grows, it will become imperative to expand this landmark with additional platforms and warehouses.
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Refurbish the Public Schools
With most of our education budget going to universities, our public schools have been chronically underfunded. If we are to secure the flow of young talent to our universities, we must intervene. Our schools require everything, new classrooms, textbooks, and even functioning heating, so that our young ones don't have to sit in class with two winter coats on.
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Revise the Banking Law
Banking is a time-honoured tradition in all of the Herzland, but the laws that govern these bankers are opaque by design. We will have our most senior professors of law draft a new Banking Law, one that favours our country over these transnationally operating bankers. Even laissez-faire economists agree that the law should guard against perverse incentives as to make the economy more resistant to shock.
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Methods for a New Millennium
Our industry has lagged behind academia for a while, due to a lack of dedicated R&D investments made by our companies. If we are to move our industry into the second millennium, the state must intervene by investing in industrial modernisation. Science will allow our factories to produce more with less!
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Yale Ironworks
Yale's industry is experiencing a healthy growth and its new factories are creating their own demands. Steel is key in keeping our industrial base operating and it would be prudent to invest in ironworks on site. A steady supply of iron would surely make the city even more industrious.
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Greenback Steel
Weapons, cars, and many other goods are made from steel. We are lucky enough to have access to enough mines to supply us with the necessary ores. However, our steel output can be raised even higher by funding another steel mill in the capital.
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The Science of Agriculture
Agricultural Studies may not be the most prestigious field of science, but it is rapidly developing. Rational management theories and advances in biology and organic chemistry, along with mechanised tools have led to increasing food production across our domains.
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 Agricultural Studies
New tools and methods to grow food have severely reduced the griffonpower needed to sustain our people. The claws that have been freed by the advance of agricultural technology can now be put to use in the factories to propel our nation forwards.
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Embrace the Gold Standard
When the Empire ruled Griffonia, there was no doubt about the stability of its currency. Now that the ironclad faith in Griffenheim is but a footnote in history, we require a new idea. By tying our currency to gold, our money will be stable, as no griffon will doubt the value of this most precious metal!
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Land Consolidation
The age of feudalism has left its mark on our country, as it has on most of Griffonia. Marriages, ancient contracts, and feuds have made the countryside a confusing patchwork of fields owned by small farmers and big estates. By encouraging land consolidation, where farmers trade their lands to make more efficient and larger fields, our agricultural sector will surely flourish.
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Expand Yale University
Yale University is the oldest and most prestigious university in the country, but much like the city in which it resides, the institute has been overshadowed by modernity. However, its expansive libraries and tradition for excellence warrant another investment. We must commission an experienced architect to build a new wing for the old university, so that Yale may soar to new heights!
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Open the Tungsten Mine
Tungsten is usually mined in small underground extraction sites. However, an open tungsten mine would mean a way higher yield of this strategically important resource, seeing as shells made from this material are essential for modern artillery pieces. Sure, this won't look pretty, but the locals will surely be swayed by the creation of more jobs.
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Secure Aluminium Production
Although steel keeps heavy industry moving, aluminium is needed for some high-tech products such as airplanes. By investing in aluminium production, alongside our existing steel infrastructure, our industry will be ready for the demands of the future.
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The Research Focus Program
Our laboratories, scientists, and other research facilities are ready for the next step in pushing the boundaries of griffon knowledge. With the Research Focus Program, the government will set out a goal for a period of 200 days. In this time, all universities will focus their attention on tackling this particular area of study, as to produce immediate benefits for our people.
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 The Research Focus Program
Under the Research Focus Program, our scientists will coordinate their research and thus reduce overlap and more efficiently share their findings. Every 200 days a new area of research will be chosen to focus on, which will allow us to make a breakthrough in this field!
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Establish the Yale Defense Council
As tensions rise across the continent, the Council of Rectors has formed the Yale Defense Council. The Defense Council acts as a body separate, though subordinate, to the Rectors and has been given the authority to acquire equipment, prepare defenses, and raise troops in order to ensure the security and safety of the Rectorate.
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 Yale Defense Council
The Yale Defense Council is organizing.
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The Council's First Dictate
Yale has always been a pacifist nation, rarely using its security force for anything more than border security and disaster relief. However, as the prospects of war look likely, the Defense Council has implemented its first dictate. In it, the council put in place plans to acquire modern military equipment, increase the size of the armed forces, and begin construction on new fortifications.
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The Defense Council's First Dictate
The Objective of the Defense Council's First Dictate is three-fold. First, it calls for the modernization of the armed forces. Second, it requests that the armed forces be increased in scale. And lastly, it orders the construction of new fortifications throughout the nation.
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Klaumar Academy
There are two academies dedicated to military schools of though in Yale, Klaumar and Löwburg. Within recent years, there has been a division of philosophy between the two schools, fostering a deepening rivalry. Klaumar has been a proponent of the infant theories on mechanized tactics, looking to develop a military centred around armoured formations and combined arms warfare.
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Klaumar Academy
The Yale Defense Council has decided to adopt the military ideas of the Klaumar Academy.
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School of Artillery and Engineering
The School of Artillery and Engineering is the academy's oldest faculty. While they've experienced a decline in recent years, they still hold considerable sway within campus politics. While they appreciate the effectiveness of armoured vehicles, they favour them in a supporting role alongside traditional infantry formations, backed by big guns and overwhelming firepower.
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 School of Artillery and Engineering
The old and experienced supporters of the School of Artillery and Engineering have been entrusted with the task of modernizing and reforming the Yalish army.
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Updating the Service Rifle
The backbone of an effective infantry formation is the rifle which every soldier carries. However, the standard issue rifle of Yale is severely out of date with many of the troops in our security forces still using black powder muskets. In order to address this, the Council of Rectors has awarded Klaumar with a generous grant to modernize Yale's service rifle.
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School of Artillery and Engineering
The Klaumar Academy has put the new Rectoral grants to good use by developing new standard rifle models
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Reinvigorating the Artillery Corp
When the School of Artillery and Engineering first formed, its officers were trained on muzzle loaded cannons. Yet, decades later little innovation has been made beyond this, causing the school to lag behind modern developments in design and doctrine. In order to address this, we must secure more modern armaments and properly supply the school with equipment and experts.
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Reinvigorating the Engineering Corp
The Engineering Corp of the School of Artillery and Engineering has always played second fiddle in the department, receiving less funding, resources, and poorer quality staff. However, developments in modern warfare have shown the importance of engineers in combat roles, forcing us to re-evaluate the importance of the Engineering Corp within campus politics.
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School of Artillery and Engineering
The Engineering Corp of the School of Artillery and Engineering has been reinvigorated. Thanks to this our frontline battalions will receive more effective support.
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Diversify Artillery
Recent innovations in aircraft design have given them an important role in combat, with the ability to harass or even decimate units from the sky. The poor industrial base of Yale has forced us to seek an alternative means of dealing with this threat. Klaumar has come to the rescue, proposing that artillery guns be retrofitted with a higher velocities, allowing them to shoot explosive shells into the sky.
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Artillery Research Grant
The Rectors are very impressed by the progress shown by Klaumar Academy, awarding the institute a highly lucrative research grant. They hope, that with this money, the school will move beyond catching up to foreign manufacturers and will instead become a leader in artillery design, development, and implementation.
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School of Artillery and Engineering
Thanks to the new funds granted by the Rectorate the Klaumar Academy has finalized the military reforms.
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School of Experimental Warfare
Staffed by professors who served as attachés to Griffenheim and the Changeling Lands, the School of Experimental Warfare has quickly come to dominate Klaumar Academy. This department has heavily promoted theories of combined arms warfare, hoping to replicate the success of the Changeling army in becoming an efficient fighting force.
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 School of Experimental Warfare
Supporters of the School of Experimental Warfare now dominate the Klaumar Academy.
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Developing the Guns
Our existing artillery is poorly equipped for dealing with armoured vehicles, employing high explosive shells with little armour penetrating potential. Our eventual tanks will require a new type of cannon and shell, focusing more of velocity and armour penetration. The best part, these cannons can be used independent of armour until we've finished development on a tank chassis.
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School of Experimental Warfare
The School of Experimental Warfare has decided to focus its efforts on developing modern methods for dealing with enemy armoured vehicles.
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Modern Infantry
In mechanized warfare, infantry still has an important role to play. While armour is meant to slice through hostile lines, and isolate defending units, infantry is still necessary when dealing with these pockets or heavily defended strongpoints. As such, we should focus on training and equipping our infantry in a manner which allows them to more efficiently accomplish this task.
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Developing the Tank
Investments into the development of new guns, armaments, engines, and armour have finally allowed us a chance to design and begin work on our very first tanks. With these, we can begin to put our meticulously crafted doctrine into practice, giving us some much-needed experience with combined arms warfare.
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 Tank Development Programs
We must remain on the cutting-edge of armoured warfare if we are to survive. New development programs will allow our tanks to outperform all others.
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Klaumar War Games
Klaumar Academy has taken advantage of Yale's rolling plains, using them to conduct an intricate war game to test out the feasibility of combined arms doctrine. While these wargames will use very little actual tanks, instead opting for crudely armoured tractors, they will provide valuable insight into the tactics and logistics of motorized armies.
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School of Experimental Warfare
The Klaumar Academy has organized massive military exercises on the vast plains of Yale with the goal of developing modern tactics for motorized units.
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Armoured Research Grant
The Rectors are very impressed by the progress of Klaumar Academy, awarding the institute a highly lucrative research grant. They hope, that with this money, the school will move beyond catching up with foreign manufacturers and will instead become a leader in tank design, development, and implementation.
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School of Experimental Warfare
Thanks to the new funds granted by the Rectorate the Klaumar Academy has finalized the military reforms.
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The Grifftruck
The Grifftruck is a staple of the Griffonian Empire, being used from Feathisia to Bronzehill and from the Strawberry Duchy down to Yale. It is cheap, rugged, and easy to produce, being suited for the empire's rough terrain and poor infrastructure. This vehicle would be the perfect addition to our armed forces, allowing us to rapidly move our troops into combat.
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Lessons from Griffenheim
Griffenheim rocked Griffonia when they announced the creation of the continent's first armoured division. At the time, experts from Klaumar were attached to this unit and given valuable insight on how tanks were developed, mustered, and used in training. It's hoped that these experts will be able to replicate these designs and implement them effectively into the Yale Security Force.
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Lessons from the Changeling Lands
The Changeling Queendom is the forefathers of armoured warfare, developing much of the doctrine and norms that have become associated with it. For a while, attaches from Klaumar were given a chance to work with the Changelings, giving us a look at tank designs decades ahead of Griffonia. By replicating these designs, we would no doubt gain a decisive edge over our opponents.
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Klaumar School of Armoured Design
The Klaumar School of Armoured Design was created in order to pool together the greatest engineering minds in Yale. Their duty is to look at developments in armoured design, both foreign and domestic, and implement them into future tanks in order to ensure that we have the fastest, strongest, and most well armed tanks in Griffonia.
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 Klaumar School of Armoured Design
By bringing together the brightest military and engineering minds in the world, the Klaumar School of Armoured Design hopes to develop the world's deadliest combat vehicles.
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The Cadet Charter
Yale suffers from a lack of recruits for its Security Force. This is due to the majority of the military age population seeking an education from one of the nation's universities, gaining a deferment from service. In an effort to elevate this issue, the Rectors have passed the Cadet Charter which offers financial assistant to those who serve in the Security Force to use towards their future education.
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Modernizing our Battalions
The growing complexity of weapons, tactics, and warfare has created a demand for niche combat roles to support our units in combat. These include engineers for besieging entrenched positions, radiococks to coordinate units, and logistics specialists to organize the supplies necessary to keep a unit combat effect. In order to stay at the front of innovation, we must explore these organizational systems.
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Finance Crystal Research
Within recent years, there has been a growing attention given towards crystals within academia. This is due to evidence pointing towards them being an especially dense and potent source of energy, with the ability to produce more joules per kilogram than coal or oil. However, Yale has largely ignored this field of study, a mistake which must immediately be corrected.
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11th Century Knights
While many of our neighbours have capitalized upon the usage of knights, our nation has never seen the benefit of training and equipping such elite warriors. However, as conflict creeps ever closer, many within the Council of Rectors are calling for the establishment of a Knight Corp within Yale, trained and equipped in a manner befitting modern special forces.
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Cooperate with Gamia
Griffons are truly fearsome creatures with bodies that tower over their pony foes and claws which can shred even the hardiest of opponents. We must play into our natural advantages, cooperating with the biologists at Gamia to explore new and improved ways of not only exploiting our bodies within combat but using science to improve them.
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Löwburg Academy
There are two academies dedicated to military schools of though in Yale, Klaumar and Löwburg. Within recent years, there has been a division of philosophy between the two schools, fostering a deepening rivalry. Löwburg holds onto its traditional roots, taking after the success of the Griffonian army in using infantry heavy formations and meticulously drafted battleplans.
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Löwburg Academy
The Yale Defense Council has decided to adopt the military ideas of the Löwburg Academy.
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The Old Guard
The Old Guard dominant politics within Löwburg Academy, making up the bulk of senior academics and the academy's board of directors. They are diehard supports of the traditional Griffenheim school of military thought, which favours the heavy use of infantry formations, rigid and well-planned defensive fortification, and reliance upon meticulously drafted battleplans.
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 The Old Guard
From now on the Old Guard of the Löwburg Academy shall dictate our army strategy.
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Theorize the Gerhard Line
Gerhard Silverbeak is one of Löwburg Academy's most famed teachers, with his curriculum heavily focused upon the importance of fighting on the defensive. Within recent years, he has begun to adapt modern military innovations into his planning, designing one of the most comprehensive and unbreakable defensive frameworks within the Griffonian continent.
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The Löwburg Council
The Löwburg Council is a body composed of the academy's eight most senior and seasoned academics, who combined have almost two centuries of military experience. Their duty is to act as a thinktank, theorizing elaborate scenarios and developing strategies to deal with them. Through their service, Yale will be prepared for any possible disaster or war.
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The Old Guard
The academics of the Löwburg Council have theorized scenarios and have developed strategies for the armed forces. Their goal is to prepare Yale for any kind of external military threat.
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The Motorized Experiment
Planners from Klaumar have preached the importance of rapidly moving combat formations, putting them at the centre of their military theory. Löwburg can not be blind to these innovations and should establish an exploratory committee which will look into the integration of trucks and tanks within our existing infantry formations.
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Develop the Gerhard Line
The Council of Rectors has given the go ahead to begin development on the Gerhard Line, with a series of strongpoints being developed along certain favourable terrain. When finished, this line would ensure the security of Yale from outside threats.
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The Old Guard
A series of border fortifications known as the Gerhard Line has been developed in order to ensure Yale's safety from without.
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First Phase Completed
The first phase of the Gerhard Line has been completed with the development of a basic system of strongpoints throughout the nation. While the current system may seem lacking, when finished, it will provide an intricate system of defense-in-depth which will offer security from even the most unrelenting of foes.
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The Old Guard
The first phase of the Gerhard Line's construction plan has been finished. The Old Guard's reforms have almost come to an end.
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The Red Guard
The Red Guard are a group of students who are closely linked with academics and professors of Cyrusval University. They are politically motivated and have fallen hard for leftist ideals. They believe in the establishment of a broad People's Security Force, which will include a greater segment of society, while also adhering to the strong infantry bias of Löwburg Academy.
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 The Red Guard
The Red Guard - a group of students closely linked with the Cyrusval University have started putting their ideas into practice.
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County Campuses
The Red Guard have called upon Löwburg Academy to establish provisional campuses throughout Yale, making their education more accessible to the entire population. It is hoped that through this, a greater number of griffons can receive a military education, drastically increasing the size of our reserves.
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Redefining Doctrine
Previously, Löwburg's doctrine for surrounded unit focused on attempting a breakout and linking back up with the frontline. In the event this failed, a surrender was to be made in order to preserve life in the face of defeat. However, the Red Guard criticizes this philosophy, believing that surrounded units can still fulfil a very important role of tying down enemy battalions.
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The Red Guard
The Red Guard have redefined the old Löwburg doctrine for encircled units. We shall fight to the last griffon!
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Conscript the Unions
Universities runs on more than just academics. There is a whole support network of janitors, chefs, mechanics, groundskeepers, and various other jobs which are necessary to keep the campus running. All of these support staff are mandated to join a campus union which looks after their collective interests. With conflict on the horizon, union members will now be liable for conscription.
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The Red Guard
With the introduction of the Red Guard's new policy multiple members of the campus unions are being conscripted into the armed forces.
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Revolutionizing Doctrine
The concept of mass assault is hard to swallow. It calls for what is in essentially griffon wave tactics, throwing walls of young cocks and hens into the meat grinder that is combat. However, the adoption of this philosophy on warfare is the only viable option for a nation as poor in industry and resources as Yale.
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The Red Guard Seize Control
In a stunning vote, the Löwburg Board voted 5-3 in favour of appointing Heinz Featherhoff as headmaster of the academy. Featherhoff is regarded as the only senior academic whose views aligned with those of The Red Guard. With his appointment, it is expected that Löwburg Academy will continue to experience further reforms in management and doctrine.
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The Red Guard
Heinz Featherhoff has become the headmaster of the Löwburg Academy. Thanks to this the Red Guard reforms can be finalized.
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The Löwburg Battalions
The rigorous training of Löwburg's cadets has created a class of officers who are dedicated in their service to Yale. Löwburg officer attack harder, defend to the last, and can push their units farther than their counterparts at Klaumar. These Löwburg Battalions will provide the perfect backbone for the future of the Yale Security Force.
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 Löwburg Battalions
Battalions led by Löwburg Officers have been known to attack harder, defend to the last, and push father than units from other institutions.
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Militarize the Clubs
Löwburg Academy, along with other universities, host a number of clubs and organizations, which the student body is encouraged to join. Recently, the Defense Council has passed a resolution which would see these bodies conscripted into impromptu combat battalions in the event of foreign invasion.
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Löwburg Youth League
The age of admission for Löwburg Academy is 14, meaning that a significant minority of the student body is below the age of enlistment. However, they can still contribute meaningfully towards the war effort, providing much need labour for the construction of fortified hardpoints and digging of trench networks.
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Löwburg Youth League
While the age of enlistment in Yale is 18, the age of admission to Löwburg is 14. In the event of war, these minors can be used in non-combat support roles, such as administration duties and as labour in construction projects.
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Standardize our Service Rifle
Currently, battalions of the Yale Security Force are sponsored by the nation's universities. These campuses are each responsible for the equipping of their units, meaning that two campuses can contract drastically different arms manufacturers, creating a logistical nightmare. In an effort to address this, the Defense Council has drafted a short list of approved manufacturers.
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Standardized Rifles
By limiting the number of small arms models the Yale Defense Force can use, we ensure that domestic manufacturers are able to perfect the production process for them, generating gains in efficiency and overall production.
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Yale Chiefs of Staff
The Defense Council has served its purpose well, properly guiding the Yale Security Force from humble roots to a truly modern combat force. With this goal accomplished, the Council of Rectors has formally dismissed the Defence Council, instead allocating its most senior figures into a newly minted Security Force Chiefs of Staff.
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 Yale's Supremacist Influence
The universities of Bruma and Gamia dominate military thinking.
 Yale's Centrist Army
The universities of Middenheim, Yale, Greengate and Greenback dominate military thinking.
 Yale's Red Army
Cyrusval dominates military thinking in Yale.
 Yale Chief of Staff
The newly minted Yale Chief of Staff is made up of the most senior members of Yale's former Defense Council. These griffons have proven their loyalty to Yale and duty as soldiers, and it can be expected that they will diligently prepare Yale for all future conflicts.
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Gather the Council
With the events in Griffenheim unravelling fast, Yale can no longer sit idle. Decisive action has to be taken, but the universities disagree on which course of action to take. Rector Magnificus Mikusian will convene the council to force a decision on the future of the Rectorate.
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Bruma and Gamia
In the west of Yale lie the two university cities of Bruma and Gamia. These universities maintain close ties with the local Prelate of Arcturius and have different values than the other universities. Gamia houses brilliant biologists, who dare to push beyond the boundaries of the ethical, while Bruma's social science faculties reject liberal theories in favour of a strong society.
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 Societal Divides
For a long time Yale has been divided between those who live in the marble halls of the universities and those who live without.
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The Archons' Patronage
The Archons are delighted that Yale has chosen to favour the university of Bruma. To promote Bruma's traditionalist theories to the rest of Yale, they have chosen to increase their investments into our country, increasing the Triarchy's benign influence in our education system. With the Archons' Patronage, our country will rise to greatness.
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Eleos
Although the role of charity in griffon society is often debated, a generous donation to public charities by the Triarchy would smooth out tensions in Yale. Many commoners question the renewed prevalence of religion in our society, but if we can show the best side of the temples, their concerns will melt like dew in the sun.
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 Charity
The ones who give are strong, for it is only the strong who can afford to give. Only the weak hoard since they must make up for their weakness with wealth. The Strong give but do not take. The Weak take but do not give. Thus is the way of things.
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Plan the Archon's Visit
His Holiness Archon Proteus III is the embodiment of the traditional values that will save Yale from the culture-destroying ideologies of republicanism and socialism. However, some of the people still doubt the benevolent intent of Arcturius' Archon. A visit by Proteus will remind Yale how Arcturius would want us to live.
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Bruma's Social Sciences
The university of Bruma is an exception amongst universities. Its faculty for social sciences rejects the universalist ideologies of harmony and socialism as Equestrian attempts to export their way of life. According to the professors of Bruma, if Yale is to weather the coming storm, we must return to our past and look for guidance in our own culture.
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Motivate the Students
University students are interesting. They have learned so little, yet they think they understand so much. The student body of Bruma already knows their place, working tirelessly to improve Yalish society. It is time that the student bodies of other universities follow this example.
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Local Ethics
Many of our academics have grown too detached from the real world and the normal griffons. Let us return to society and learn from them. The answer to what a just society is, cannot be found in books from Equestrian philosophers. The answer is out there, in the street. All we need to do is look.
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 Experience
There is only so much that can be found in a class room, our students must learn to venture forth and learn for themselves.
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The Common Cause
Now that everygriffon is in agreement with the importance of incorporating our culture into government, we can work on the task at claw. More government discretion will be needed to implement this and several rights will have to be temporarily restricted to ensure that the process proceeds smoothly.
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 Unity
Our Culture and our government has finally become one.
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A New Council Member
To ensure an easy advantage for Bruma and Gamia in the Council of Rectors, we will need another vote. We will have our allies in the Triarchy of Gods convince the people that the Council requires religious guidance. With this pressure, we will be able to demand for a new member; Arcturian Prelate Michael of the Yaledom.
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Silence!
Many within our nation criticize the growing power of the Prelate in Yale. We cannot have these griffons organize their strength against us. We must silence these voices via the way of Arcturius the Warrior. Forcefully.
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Calm the Voices of Dissent
The Prelate's appointment to the Council has caused many concerns amongst student and professor alike. With compromises, flattery, and bribes, we will be able to calm the situation. Arcturius the Smith will forge our society together through strength. It is worth the effort, if every Yalian wholeheartedly supports us in the long run.
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Challenge Griffenheim!
The foolish Griffenheim nobility have forced out the Archon of Boreas. Without him as regent, who knows what corruption these nobles may force into the head of Grover VI. It is time to restore the Triarchy before Griffenheim unleashes disaster upon us all. Arcturius smiles upon the faithful who take up arms in his name. With the Prelate's blessing, we go to war!
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The following will bypass the focus:
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Redeem the Imperial City
The corrupt forces who sought to lead the Empire down the path of sin have been dealt with. Now that we are in control, our first priority must be to heal the wounds that this conflict has left in its wake, both physical and spiritual.
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 Reconstruction
The great conflict that consumed much of Herzland has left much destruction in its wake. Now we are tasked with picking up the pieces.
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An Arcturian Regency
Faith must be at the core of the Empire if we are to reverse its long, slow decline. With Arcturius as our guide, we will give all Imperial citizens the firm moral governance that they deserve.
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Consolidate the Empire
Our grip on Herzland is far too tenuous, and there are plotters and schemers everywhere who seek to undermine our legitimacy. We must ruthlessly crush all opposition; none who refuse to recognise the Empire's authority will be spared our wrath!
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The Divine Imperial Army
Ours is a Divine Empire, and so it must be a Divine Army which protects us. Soldiers should be well-versed in matters relating to the Gods, so that they may become zealous champions of the faith.
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The Divine Imperial Army
The soldiers of the Imperial Army are zealously devoted to both the Empire and the Gods. In any Imperial barracks, symbols of Boreas and Arcturius and proudly displayed alongside the Empire's.
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Honour in Sacrifice
Arcturius teaches us that there is no strength without sacrifice, and so we honour the fallen by fighting onward, never acquiescing to despair! Bolstered by the souls of our brethren, we can overcome any challenge.
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The Divine Imperial Army
The soldiers of the Imperial Army are zealously devoted to both the Empire and the Gods. In any Imperial barracks, symbols of Boreas and Arcturius and proudly displayed alongside the Empire's.
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Warpriests
To increase the effectiveness of our soldiers as well as improve morale, priests shall be attached to army units. They will be able to provide spiritual guidance to any griffon in need, reminding them of their divine mission.
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The Divine Imperial Army
The soldiers of the Imperial Army are zealously devoted to both the Empire and the Gods. In any Imperial barracks, symbols of Boreas and Arcturius and proudly displayed alongside the Empire's.
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No Doubt, No Fear
Every citizen knows that the claw of Arcturius guides us through the Archon. The Gods grant us favour, and with this favour we are sure to achieve victory! Therefore, there is no room for uncertainty in our holy struggle.
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The Code of Civil Virtues
It is our responsibility to provide good moral guidance for the people. The Empire's old laws are a tangled mess of conflicting precedents which are incomprehensible as well as morally deficient. A revised code of laws must be issued to ensure that all citizens conduct themselves in accordance with the Gods' wills.
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Civil Virtues
Proper morality is strictly enforced across all aspects of society in order to maintain the favour of the Gods. No griffon escapes scrutiny.
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Triarchical Education
Far too many children these days are ignorant about the true nature of the Gods, a natural side-effect of widespread de-emphasis of religious matters in education. We must reverse this trend! Arcturius, Boreas, and Eyr should feature prominently in our curriculums.
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Religious Education
Temple and school are not separated by very much in the Empire. In either one you will often hear discussion of the true will of the Gods and the importance of good moral health.
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Bless the Forges
Our weapons are but the instruments of Arcturius' will, and they are destined to enforce that will in righteous combat. The factories which produce them shall be blessed, so that all may know their importance to our holy mission.
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Blessed Forges
Our weapons are sacred: holy instruments of Arcturius' judgement. And so the factories that produce them must be blessed regularly.
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Commission the Reichsarsenale
The weapons we have currently amassed are not enough! We need more if we are to fend off the encroaching forces of darkness. The Reichsarsenale will make sure that our armies are properly equipped when war visits us once again.
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Arcturian Insights
Priests of Arcturius are no strangers to the art of war. If we encourage them to enter the ranks of our military, perhaps they can provide us some pointers on how to make our army more effective?
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Arcturian Military
Our military theory is steeped in Arcturian doctrine, and priests are encouraged to enter into Imperial service.
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Bless the Troops
Conflict is in our future, and our soldiers must be spiritually prepared for the task ahead. In preparation for the coming hardships, Archon Proteus will crisscross the Empire visiting barracks and blessing our brave troops.
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Purge the Republic
The taint of the vile Republicans still hangs over Cloudbury. It falls to us to cleanse the land of Republicanism once and for all, and restore proper respect for the Gods.
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The Noble Lands
Once our purge of Republican sympathisers in Couldbury is complete, there will be large amounts of land left unoccupied. We will make sure these lands are returned to their rightful noble claimants, as long as they agree to serve in the Imperial Army, of course.
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Conquer the North
The frozen wastes of the north are home to many radicals and criminals who refuse to recognise the Empire's legitimate authority. Perhaps they will change their tune once they've had a taste of the Gods' judgement.
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The North Retaken
The leftover malcontents and revolutionaries have been quelled, and the Empire has reclaimed all of its rightful northern territory. After far too long, this is righteous justice for their pathetic attempted revolution.
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March on Griffonstone
Griffonstone, the birthplace of griffonkind, has become decayed and is in desperate need of renewal. It is our Boreas-given mission to bring that great city back into the Imperial fold and restore it to its former glory!
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Vassalise the Knights
The knights of Griffonstone are an incredibly storied and respected group, but their talents are wasted in their current form. Once they are properly subordinated, they will make fierce warriors for the Empire.
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Arcturius Protects
Many griffons across central Griffonia are in desparate need of our guidance! The Gods demand that we help them, as they will be far better off under the protection of our holy Empire.
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Restore Peace to Central Griffonia
The citizens of Griffonstone rejoice that the harsh and chaotic times are over. With the Empire in complete control, prosperity and order can at last return to our birthplace.
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Retake Arcturius' Home
Rila was once the home of the Arcturian Archon, before godless Aquileian rabble forced a relocation. Aquileia has always been a hive of moral degeneracy of all sorts; it is past time for us to put them in their place and bring proper morality back to the west.
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Steel Over Gold
The opulent wealth amassed by Skyfall and Fezera did not save them from the might of our army. We will not make the same mistake; the idols we have confiscated will go towards improving our industrial capacity.
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Fuel Our Conquests
It is faith that drives our soldiers forward, but we need oil, too. Fortunately, the fields of Greifwald are ripe for further exploitation. Once we've finished our improvements, we'll have more black gold than we know what to do with!
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The Grand Temple of Rila
After all these years, the Grand Temple of Arcturius in Rila is finally back in the claws of the Arcturian Archonate. We will repair any damages done by Aquileian revolutionaries and tear down any statues of Duke Michel Discret. The Grand Temple will become our headquarters in the west!
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Crush the Wingbardians
The griffons of the south have quite a rebellious streak, unfortunately. It seems force is the only way to convince the wayward Wingbardians to rejoin the Empire they once betrayed.
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Southern Shipwrights
There are large numbers of griffons with shipbuilding expertise all across the southern coast. We can make great use of their skills for the Imperial Navy, bolstering the fleet by adding many more ships.
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Tame the Minotaurs
The minotaurs of Asterion constitute an unacceptable threat to the Empire, as demonstrated by their attitude towards Cyanolisia. We will show them the price of trifling with Arcturius' favoured.
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Subdue the South
All the rebellious groups of the south have been brought to heel, and now submit to the Empire's authority. Together we stand united, ready to face the future with trust in the Gods!
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Match our Ancestors
After so much time has passed since the Great Crusade, the eastern conquests of the legendary Emperor Grover I are in a somewhat embarrassing state. We must honour his legacy and restore order in the east.
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The Order of Opinicus
The Order of Opinicus from Gryphus is a knightly order that is willing to do whatever is necessary to serve the Gods. They understand the sacrifices demanded are more than willing to make them, as we are. Our goals align perfectly, and so we welcome them with open arms!
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Cossack Auxilliaries
Now that the lands of the Gryphian Host have been subdued, it would be wise to incorporate the Cossacks into our armies. Given their unique skills and expertise, they will no doubt prove valuable assets in any potential conflict.
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The Empire's Shield
The eastern lands we have recovered will prove a valuable buffer against any possible Riverpony aggression in the future. The brave griffons on this frontier must always be vigilant, lest the Empire be caught off-guard.
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Reach for Nova Griffonia
Across the sea, the Nova Griffonians abandoned the Empire in their weakness, and so it falls to us to restore our union with our strength. All griffons throughout the world must be united under our holy Empire.
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Crown the Knight-Emperor
Grover VI has learned much under our tutelage. Thanks to Archon Proteus' moral guidance, the young Grover has matured into a fierce warrior, refined gentlegriff, and faithful servant of the Gods. At long last, it is time for his coronation. All hail the Knight-Emperor!
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Yale's New Position
Archon Eros VII has rightfully been appointed regent of the Empire, with Archon Proteus III part of his ruling council. With them leading the faithful, a new era is sure to follow. The Prelate believes that we will be better off by keeping a semblance of autonomy in the greater Griffonian Empire and the Archons will surely agree with his views.
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Into the Fold
Archon Eros VII has been appointed regent of his Imperial Majesty Grover VI, with Archon Proteus III part of his ruling council. Our citizens clamour to re-join the Empire and enjoy the benefits of the Archons' guidance. Who are we to deny the people their birthright of Imperial citizenship?
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The Science of Life
Gamia is known for its biology department. While most universities have codes of conduct that restrict their attempts to conduct experiments on the living, this university is dedicated to a pure form of knowledge acquisition.
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The Science of Life
We have learned much from our studies and our people enjoy much healthier lives because of it. Let us hope they don't ask how these breakthroughs happened.
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Unlimited Potential
With Yale quickly turning away from conventional ethics, there is an opportunity to remove the last obstacles to scientific progress. By altering guidelines and regulations that restrict unlimited experimentation, our full potential will finally be discovered.
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Freedom for the Researchers
With regulations hacked away we now can embrace sciences that have long lay stagnant.
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Griffon Biology
We must begin our research at the core. The griffon body. A unique blend of several different species of animals, it is clear that the griffon has adapted to a level of complexity beyond anything else on this planet. Some griffons even have potential for certain types of magic, further proving our superiority.
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Encourage Student Research
The students, especially the younger ones, are still a bit weary of going along with our methods. However, there is much potential in Gamia and we must encourage these griffons to let go of any 'morality' they adopted outside these walls. Progress is the ultimate goal.
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Students into Assistants
The Students of Gamia have embraced our path, and are eager to help expand our knowledge.
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Delve Deeper
Our research is expanding our fields of vision and the future is becoming ever clearer. The griffon body, and its energy, divine essence, life itself. These are not, should not, be the domains of just the Gods. Understanding and manipulating these essential concepts is within our reach.
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Project Auferstehung
Life, as it is commonly understood, has a definitive end. However, science may yet pierce the veil that separates the living from the dead and retrieve a soul lost to our world. Imagine the implications!
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Update Old Tactics
War has changed in my absence and it is imperative that I learn the new ways as soon as possible. Line infantry and bronze cannons are no longer the mainstay of griffon armies. Machines plough through and fly over the battlefield and machine guns can mow down a formation in seconds. Worst of all, wars are not decided by a single battle, but by a slow grind of moving frontlines.
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It took the engineers and scientists of our country a while to instruct the emperor about the modern weapons of war. He seemed particularly interested in the concept of the aeroplane and the tank. However, he has yet to witness many of these weapons in action. Perhaps a good old war can help?
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Inspect the New Guns
The massed volley of a line of infantry was a roaring force of nature. The smoke of ten thousand muskets rising up in the distance. War was honourable. The side that broke ranks first lost and bravery won the day. New guns, both personal weapons and artillery pieces have made this way of warfare suicidal. Marvels of science, yes. But, the death of honourable war.
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 Cooperation With The Army
The Emperor still has a lot to learn, but a crash-course in modern military doctrine has improved cooperation between the Kaiser and his generals. Only glorious battle will truly sort out the final differences in thinking, however.
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Research the Family Tree
My great-great-grandson is Grover VI, supposedly in control of Griffenheim, but in fact a bird in a cage. His father lost the empire, but he was sickly and too young to rule. Grover IV... a fat disgrace of an emperor. The sixth cannot take after those two, or we will never have a stable empire. So I will raise the kid myself to prepare him for rule.
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Take Back the Throne
The fools in Griffenheim refuse to acknowledge me as the rightful Emperor of all Griffonia! They are content to leave me stuck in Yale. Yale! These religious zealots and self-serving nobles have squandered the Reich. They must think themselves so clever right now, feasting in my palace! They were all traitors from the very beginning and they deserve a traitor's death. I will deliver swift judgement.
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It is Good to be Home
Can you believe the palace looks worse than it did when I lived there? Only degradation. It will need quite the renovation if it is to be the centre of a true empire again. For now, it is time for dozens of audiences and visits to the most important institutions of the country. Now, I know that Griffenheim and her thousands of bureaucrats are the foundation which the imperial throne rests on.
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The Loyal Dogs
The diamond dogs of the County of Bronzehill have apparently served the Imperial Family well for generations as stalwart defenders of the legitimate rulers of the continent. If they are still as loyal as the stories claim, it is time for them to renew their oaths. They may serve me well, but it is up to them whether they will serve as vassals or as cannon fodder.
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Eagleclaw and Weijermars
The influential noble families of Eagleclaw and Weijermars refuse to bow before me! If they do not bend now, I will see them as rebellious traitors. Feathisia and Strawberry are vital to the Imperial heartlands. I will send them an ultimatum.
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Revoke the Privilegia
The peasants of Greifenmarschen and the city of Romau have benefited enormously from privileges given to them in a time of weakness. They have enriched themselves while the rest of the Empire suffered, and for that have been found guilty of breaking their sacred oaths to the Emperor. I will revoke the privilegia and bring these fiefs back into our realm.
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Expand to the East
Angriver and Katerin have always been the backwaters of the Heartlands, but they are still a part of the Empire's core. They have been terrorised by decades of mad rule. Whoever claims to rule there must be dealt with, if I am to convince my people that the Empire is not dead yet.
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The Heart of the Empire
The Heart of the Empire has been secured by my valiant troops and griffons from Rottendedam to Strathburg now obey my commands. It seems the memory of the old times still live on within the hearts of my subjects. By using the ancient symbols and systems of power, I may be able to use these memories to reforge the shards of the past into the Empire of the future.
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An Army Befitting an Emperor
After my death the Reichsheer slowly shrunk in size, until it could no longer protect the empire. Now I will reform the military, which will be at the forefront of society again. I am looking forward to hearing the old songs and marches once more. My soldiers will take their oaths are now taken under the banners of their forefathers. So, the army will again be the envy of the world. My sword. |
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Imperial Manufactories
The Industrial Revolution mostly passed in my absence, but that does not mean I can ignore its implications. By Imperial decree, new manufactories will be established, which will become the centre of our military industry, producing the most advanced weapons for our army.
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The Spirit of the Conqueror
With the Heartlands under my banner, it is time to look outwards. The old foes still seem to thrive. Aquileia and Wingbardy, our natural enemies. But there are new threats as well, republics, socialists, bandit states. I will conquer them all. No griffon can deny me what was mine by birth right.
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Unceasing
The Emperor is fuelled by unnatural magic energy and an unceasing rage against his enemies. Few dare oppose his direct word while in court. His ancestral claim to much of the continent means that declaring war will not be a cumbersome affair.
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Cleanse the Duchy of Cloudbury
The Duchy of Cloudbury was once a proud Imperial province, but the duchy has been overrun by bandits, rebels, and traitorous deserters! I will restore order to Cloudbury and Marshal Kemerskai will learn that the price of treason has not changed in the new millennium.
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Form the March of Vedina
During the height of the old Empire, Vedina was independent, but trade and cultural influences kept them aligned with Griffenheim. The furthest northern extent of griffonkind should be brought more in line with the empire. They can accept my offer, or be destroyed.
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Socialist Menace of the North
It seems like the knaves in Cloudbury were not the only troublemakers north of the Herzland. Some sort of 'socialist' organisation has taken hold of the most northern fringes of the continent. Despite the name, these 'socialists' seek to destroy society. They must be stopped!
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Restore Noble Estates
The Duchy of Cloudbury was thrown into an age of banditry and petty crime when Kemerskai and his band of traitors threw out the native nobility, the institution which kept the peace in the land. I will return the estates to their rightful owners, and uplift some notable loyalists to their ranks. A strong noble claw will keep the peace.
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A Will and a Way
Some lesser nations have popped up in the void left by the collapse of the Empire and the eclipsing of Aquileia. By securing such lands, we can ensure our armies access to the Aquileian frontier. This should not be a problem for the Reichsheer.
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Restore Order in Skyfall
Skyfall is a disaster. It has always been a nest for the greediest and most concerning griffons in the Empire and now it has completely degenerated into a state where money flows, but order is absent. The average Skyfall griffon yearns for stability. I will grant it to them.
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Burn Aquila
The fat pigeons of Aquileia have failed to learn their lesson, rioting in the streets against my annexation of their homeland. This shows they are spoiled good-for-nothing rabble. I know one thing above all else. If they will not love the Emperor, they will learn to fear me. Aquila will be razed. Again. |
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For Old Time's Sake
The Kingdom of Griffonstone is ruined. The Guto's, my brother's family, they're gone. They lost the Idol of Boreas as well. The birthplace of my species crumbled in their absence, but as Griffenheim returns to its former splendour, so too shall Griffonstone. Sadly, its current owners do not seem willing to give up their city peacefully. Boreas is on my side, however, so we cannot lose!
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Unite the Houses
The ancient grudge between Eyrie and Erie is well documented. They are like fire and water or sun and moon. However, these senseless clashes must come to an end, and every griffon must join the ranks of the Empire. I shall give the houses a real fight.
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Rebuilding the Old Nest
Griffonstone has been severely damaged due to our siege and years of neglect. To show everygriffon that the Empire is resurgent, and to win the favour of the locals, I will renovate the old city. A grand temple to Boreas should be constructed to request his blessing, and I will renovate the old Guto palace to serve as an administrative centre for the region. It will be just as I remember it.
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Building Bridges
Imperial integration only starts with conquest, but in essence the process has not changed much since the ancient days. Roads and bridges will connect new lands to the Heartlands and a good system of communication and local government will keep Imperial order in place. Soon enough, these new lands will be properly imperialised. |
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The Final Lesson
The Kingdom of Wingbardy has been the single biggest nuisance to the Empire. When my father fought them, they would not yield and he had to fight a great war against them. In 972 ALB, they rebelled and nearly brought the fall of the Empire. The Wingbardians grasp every opportunity to undermine the peace and unity on Griffonia. It is time to teach them the final lesson.
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The Breadbasket of Griffonia
The River Evi has always generously provided sustenance to the griffons of Lushi and Prywhen, the land full of fields of golden grain. Now, the griffons have grown greedy, burning the grain in favour of disgusting rice. This slight to griffon dignity cannot be forgiven. Their next harvest will be grain, so help me Eyr.
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The Long March South
Far from Griffenheim, our kind has settled the coast of the Southern Seas, near the isles of the stubborn minotaurs. Although these griffons and minotaurs have a fierce sense of independence, they too must be brought into the fold. However, without having ever seriously held this area, it is doubtful they will ever see me as a saviour. Of course, being seen as a conqueror will suit me just fine.
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A Lesson They Remember
The pompous Southerners still refuse to bow before me, even in defeat! Time and time again the Empire crushes their excuse for a nation, but they will not learn from their mistakes. Pupils that do not listen to their teacher, will be made to listen. Wingbardy and its former allies will be integrated into the Empire, whether they like it or not.
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Rein in the South
The southern griffons are a proud and contentious bunch. They still resist Imperial rule, but are divided and poorly organised. My governors will play favourites and set those disparate groups against each other, so that they will never form a united front against their conquerors. Then, resistance will fade away as they realise how benevolent our rule really is.
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Remind the Knights of Their Duty
Longsword and Hellquill are all that remains of the conquests of the Grand Crusade. The knights there have been entrusted to guard the frontier against the pony menace and prepare to continue the advance when the time is ripe. If the knights have any honour left, they will answer their oaths to their Emperor or I will find somegriffon else to take up their sword.
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Launch the Second Grand Crusade
Much of Griffonia is now reunited under the Empire, but one threat remains on the continent. The Riverponies to the East have defied the Empire for centuries and repulsed the first Grand Crusade, leading to my temporary death. I will have all griffons rally to this one great purpose, the Second Grand Crusade!
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Establish Ordensstaat Flussland
The ponies cannot be left to their own devices. The differences between us and them are unbridgeable. A Knightly Order will be established from veterans of the Grand Crusade and remnants of the older orders. They will oversee the Riverlands, contain unrest and begin spreading the word of the Trinity. I will ensure that no dishonourable Reformisten scum get in this time.
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Establish Flussland Freistaaten
An iron claw will lead to rebellion and hatred, while we only need to rule the ponies to safeguard our own lands. Extensive local autonomy will be granted to three different Flussland freestates to deradicalise and adjust the ponies. I will deal with Nimbusia in particular, at a later date. I have won the war, winning the peace will be harder.
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A Revenge Two Centuries in the Making
Nimbusia. The most despicable nation to have ever spawned on Boreas's continent. Not even Wingbardy comes close to the sheer hatred I have for the arrogant curs of Nimbusia. I will personally travel to the far eastern end of Griffonia to orchestrate the final fate of those rodents. Damnatio Memoriae. |
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Emperor of Griffonkind
After marching the Imperial Army to the far ends of Griffonia, I have achieved what I set out to do. With this one final act of revenge, only calm is left. I have done the awful deeds that needed doing and history might remember me as a tyrant. Now, it is time to ensure peace endures. Soon Grover VI will inherit the Empire when he is of age as Emperor of all Griffonkind.
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All Must Bow
I have gotten my revenge, but more remains to be done. I thought I'd feel satisfied, but I feel rage returning. I have not yet reached my father's greatness. More enemies wait behind every mountain and over every sea. I have decided. Where I go, the Reichsheer will follow, until all beings on this rock bow to me.
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Project Weihe
Objectively, the Gods hold the most knowledge of the world and therefore, their instructions should be followed. However, the great distance between us and the heavens has made their word unclear and up to interpretation. What if we could retrieve this information directly from the source?
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The Flesh of Boreas
Have you heard the good news? A griffon has emerged who has been blessed with the ability to commune with Boreas! Reports out of Gamia indicate that this griffon has unusual physical features marking him unmistakably as a divine agent. We must look into this matter further.
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Visit the People
Hallelujah! Boreas now walks among his children through his chosen vessel, his Herald. The Herald cares for us, unlike those distant griffons on the Council, and he is taking the time to tour towns and cities across all of Yale!
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Preach the True Word
Too many griffons have been misled by corrupt authorities in temples and statehouses, who twist the Gods' words to serve their own selfish ends. Now that the voice of Boreas can be heard directly from the source, we must heed his holy direction.
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Show the Gods' Power
As an avatar of Boreas, the Herald has been gifted with extraordinary abilities. He must make use of his talents and demonstrate them to as many griffons as possible. After all, seeing is believing.
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Convince the Council
The time has come to do away with the Academic Council and elevate our divine Herald to his proper place atop our hierarchy. Those arrogant charlatans have run things into the ground for long enough: the Council will see reason, or else we will force them to.
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The Borean Mission
News of the miraculous ascension of the Herald of Boreas has spread like wildfire throughout Yale, with many flocking to his banner. These griffons have, in this time of uncertainty, eagerly embraced the Herald as the true voice of Boreas. For the faithful to prevail, the news of the Herald's ascension must be spread!
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The Knights of Boreas
The pursuit of chivalry and knighthood has always been the domain of Arcturius, but knights to other gods weren't unheard of. To preserve the Herald's chosen nation against outside aggression, we will need more warriors, in order to stand a chance in the upcoming battle for salvation.
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A new order of knights has been established to protect the faithful in the name of Boreas.
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Inspire the Workers
Everygriffon must hear the word of the Herald, not just the elites or the soldiers. It is imperative that our priests preach the importance of our labourers to Boreas's plan and inspiring speeches by our disciples will surely increase productivity! All of us must sweat, so that divine law may be restored to this domain.
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Eyr's Boon
Eyr has bestowed upon all of griffonkind the riches of Griffonia. Through her fertile plains, rich mountains, and wide rivers she has gifted life to us all. There are more fields to be planted, mountains to be mined, and fish to be caught. While we work on this blessed land, our hymns will pierce the heavens!
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Ploughshares
With the right tools for the job, a griffon can set himself to any task with diligence and patience. By creating more jobs, and helping the faithful to organise according to our divine plan, our civilian economy will prosper. The dishonest wealth of others shall dwindle away, but we who gather money little by little will know true prosperity.
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Struggle is inherent to our planet, and like Arcturius, who is always ready to do battle, we must remain vigilant. We seek peace under Boreas's light, but without a sword in our claw, our peace will be ripped away. Although our forges may build the tools of death, they shall serve the cause of the righteous.
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Griffonia is a fractured and wounded continent, far from the days of the empire that once ruled Boreas's sacred domain. The Herald of Boreas needs to visit the holiest places of griffonkind, so that he may understand the purpose of his ascension more clearly.
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Visit Romau
Romau is an ancient city and has long been the seat of the Archon of Eyr. Many holy sites dot the city and massive temples have been built to show the wealth of the goddess. However, the city's elite have lived in opulence, while the meek suffer under their claw. Are monuments made by suffering, truly divine?
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The Imperial capital is an affront to Boreas! Priest and noble fight over the right to rule the material world, showing complete disdain for the true meaning of Boreas's word. With a heavy heart, the Herald of Boreas must enter the city and see for himself how petty self-interest corrupts the hearts of the powerful in Griffenheim.
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Griffonstone is seen as the birthplace of griffonkind and is the city where the Idol of Boreas itself was kept. Although the Herald knows that it is not his path to reclaim this relic, a visit to the city will surely help reveal to him the true nature of Boreas's will.
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A group of followers has formed around the Herald of Boreas. He has been especially keen on teaching these griffons the most important messages Boreas wants him to spread. Now that divine truth has been revealed to them, the disciples will be sent out into the world, to spread the word to all those who will listen.
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The Archons of Boreas, Arcturius, and Eyr claim to be the voices of the gods. For too long, the Triarchy has been slowly strangled by these figures, those who falsely claim to speak for the divine! It is time that the griffons know the truth about who truly speaks in Boreas' name!
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Divine Intervention
Whoever holds Griffenheim is a beacon for all of griffonkind, and lesser rulers look to the Imperial City for guidance. However, this lighthouse only leads those, who follow its deceptively enticing light, off a cliff! Boreas will not stand for this any longer. He will have his light, and his light only, shine in Griffenheim!
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New Archon of Boreas
All those who still doubt the Herald of Boreas will find him at the centre of the Triarchy, as he has proven to be the true voice of the divine. It is time that a new Archon of Boreas leads the faithful.
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Appoint the Prelates
Many prelates and lower officials have been using their positions to their advantage. Luckily, there is no shortage of faithful disciples to fill their place. Under benign rule from the god of statecraft himself, how can the Heartlands not prosper?
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The Wrath of Boreas
We must consider that not all griffons will let our missionaries work in peace. They will hate us, for we tell them a truth they may not want to hear. We wish to unite all griffons in peace, but to do this, we will have to master both Boreas's mercy and his wrath.
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Boreas' Wrath
Boreas' Wrath flows through us as we march to crush His enemies!
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Deal with Dogs
The dogs of Bronzehill are enraged that our rule comes straight from Boreas, bypassing the Emperor, who they have an instinctual loyalty to. Although their accomplishments are admirable, it is simply disrespectful to Boreas to have lands within his domain ruled by non-griffons.
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Sanitising Scheisswald
The Scheisswald contains beasts and griffons who are almost indistinguishable from each other. The whole area must be systematically sanitised and the forest healed through our blessing. To do this, we must persuade the local rulers to let us commence our holy mission.
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Cleansing Katerin
Nowhere is the gift of the gods so twisted as the cursed lands of the Katerin Principality. Long ago, the light of Boreas and the might of Arcturius claimed these lands from the darkness that dwelled within. However, their servants failed to destroy this evil completely, and it has been allowed to fester anew. Only the Herald of Boreas will be able to cleanse this stain from the map once and for all!
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Warding the West
The griffons of Strawberry and Feathisia have strayed far from the path of righteousness. Instead of looking to spiritual matters, many of them are tainted by more worldly desires. If we are to unite the Heartlands, in the name of Boreas, these realms cannot be absent.
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Expand the Mission of Boreas
Now that the Heartlands are ours, we have created a sanctuary for the faithful. However, the Herald's message must be spread to the far corners of the continent, until every griffon has heard of his word! This will be a massive undertaking, but with divine inspiration, we will labour until it is complete.
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Mandatory Prayers
Although it is not generally the desire of Boreas to dictate the life of griffonkind, he requires a small sacrifice from all of us. To understand him, and to align ourselves to him, he requires prayers. It is only a small sacrifice, for an eternal reward.
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Internal Affairs
Although we are mostly focused on spreading the message outwards, there are still affairs of a worldly order to consider. Ruling our griffons and overseeing Boreas' peace is an enormous task, but with Boreas' teachings, we will be able to improve the lives of all within his realm.
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A Divine Kingdom
None remain standing who doubt the divine power of the Herald. Boreas struck down all the unfaithful who opposed him, and so we shall raise him to his proper place atop our nation.
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The Central Universities
The universities of Greenback, Greengate, and Middenheim all have different specialties, but their leadership shares a similar vision. Ultimately, the goal of science is to serve society. Whether it is with new medicine, new technology, or by increasing prosperity, we will work for a better future!
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Societal Divides
For a long time Yale has been divided between those who live in the marble halls of the universities and those who live without.
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Greengate University
The foremost engineers, both electronic and mechanical, have made Greengate their favoured university. The university is close to Greenback, the industrial beating heart of the country. The engineers of Greengate are eager to receive more funding, promising quick returns in technical advancements!
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Increased funding is allowing Greengate to expand rapidly in order to meet the rising demands of our growing industries, but we still have a long way to go if we wish to remain at the forefront of modern technology.
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Project Sentinel
For some time, Greengate's engineers have dreamt of developing our own RADAR system. Not only will such an array provide us with invaluable scientific data, the listening post would help us keep an eye on our neighbours and spot incoming aircraft. Of course, there is a price tag involved.
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Watch Everything
Project Sentinel is a resounding success and the data is flowing in. However, our scientists hunger for even more data to crunch, while our military command is eager to further spy on our rivals' movements. Additional funding could improve our Sentinel stations even more!
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The Wingaarden Theorem
Adriaan van Wingaarden, a Feathisian mechanical engineer, is making amazing breakthroughs in the field of computer technology! We should follow his ideas closely and make sure that our Computing Faculty stays up to date in this new and boundless field of innovation!
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Found the Computing Faculty
Mathematics is the foundation of all science. In fact, it is the frame through which we understand the fundamental processes of our world. Visionaries have already dreamt of Automatic Computers, but with electronics and mechanics combined, our new Computing Faculty will lead the way into the future!
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The School of Engineering
Greengate's Computing Faculty is young, but very promising. Once they get the hang of things, the power of these new computers will allow us to stay at the cutting edge of griffon knowledge!
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The Machine Spirit
A group of very dedicated engineers have begun wearing robes in our university and are weirdly obsessed with prosthetics. They are really knowledgeable, but may care a bit too much about their prized machinery. Their innovations may serve us well, but let's leave them alone with their machine spirit.
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Transmuting the Black Gold
Greengate University's heritage goes all the way back to that of griffon alchemists. These proto-scientists diligently worked to use magic and science to make lead into gold. Of course, without modern techniques, their efforts were doomed to fail. But some of our engineers are insisting that we give it another try!
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The Great Yale Archives
Borean Wiedergreiff was both an architectural visionary and a griffon working to preserve knowledge. He is responsible for many of the reforms that made Yale what it is today, but he could never see his magnum opus completed. A massive archive, housing all the world's knowledge. The construction of this elaborate building will be a great undertaking, but a worthy project for Borean's heirs.
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Funding Archive Construction
Hiring all the labourers and artists to work on the Archives and importing the necessary resources from abroad are a strain on our administration and budget.
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Invite Griffonia's Finest
Borean Wiedergreiff envisioned that his archives would help build peace amongst griffonkind, by becoming a meeting place for the scholarly elite and a beacon against ignorance, which in his view, led to war. With the archives complete, we must invite the best griffon scholars from every nation to study in these archives. May science lead to better understanding between Boreas's chosen.
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The Treasures of the Past
Warfare, ignorance, and malice destroyed much of the knowledge of the ancient Griffonian Empire. Our archives are helping historians and other researchers piece together the knowledge of the past. Much of the ancients' knowledge may seem outdated, but sometimes they are wiser than we could ever imagine.
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Pioneers in Engineering
Greengate University has become a campus full of exciting possibilities! The experiments and theories conducted here seem way beyond the possible. The machines built will revolutionise modern life, when they become available for the public. These pioneers are paving the way towards a better tomorrow!
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The School of Engineering
Our researchers at Greengate have established themselves as Griffonia's foremost experts in almost every field of engineering, and their vast knowledge goes towards building a better life for every griffon!
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Greenback's Academy of Medicine
Yale's largest city is also one of many problems. Hard work in the factories, pollution, and poverty all harm many griffons. The Greenback Academy of Medicine has done miracles to advance the medical sciences. With substantial support, cures that seem decades away can be achieved within reasonable time!
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The city of Greenback always was a hot bed of disease and pestilence, but with the AHM within the city limits we are able to discover cures before diseases can spread.
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Greenback University Hospital
Close to the University of Greenback stands the biggest hospital in Yale, where thousands are being treated simultaneously. It is also the training ground for many doctors and a place where, through trial and error, science advances slowly. Some refurbishments, extra staff, and a new wing are sorely needed to keep our healthcare in order.
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The Academy of Health and Medicine
We have expanded the Greenback hospital with the machines and tools needed to treat every sick griffon that comes through those marble doors.
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A little bit of pain killers, some adrenaline and our troops should be much more capable of working through their pain.
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Modernised Medical Procedures
The lessons from Greenback will have to be rolled out across the country, if we are to keep our entire population healthy. Every death is a tragedy and with the latest medical technology, we hope that all hospitals can work to keep more griffons alive.
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The Academy of Health and Medicine
We look to medical science for our cures rather than superstitious folk practices. By better understanding the structure of our bodies, we can provide the highest quality care for our citizens.
The Academy of Health and Medicine
A little bit of pain killers, some adrenaline and our troops should be much more capable of working through their pain.
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Pharmacology
The study of the practical application of medicine is an up and coming branch of science. Most academics spend too much time in laboratories, crafting up theories and doing controlled tests. Let us focus on how medicine works in the real world, as better medicines will benefit both the people and the army.
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Combat Stimulants
Our soldiers are subject to all sort of hardships. The griffon body already has a lot of ways to deal with them, such as adrenaline. However, to give our soldiers a better chance, we can increase their combat effectiveness and perhaps make life on the front easier. Plus, we do not have conclusive data to support that these drugs have any negative side-effects.
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The Academy of Health and Medicine
A little bit of pain killers, some adrenaline and our troops should be much more capable of working through their pain.
The Academy of Health and Medicine
A little bit of pain killers, some adrenaline and our troops should be much more capable of working through their pain.
The Academy of Health and Medicine
A little bit of pain killers, some adrenaline and our troops should be much more capable of working through their pain.
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Magical Potential
The griffon body is vastly different from that of a unicorn or changeling, but we are still able to perform acts that could be classified as magical. We must research what makes a griffon magical. How can we alter and increase this? Is magic something immaterial, or is there an organ responsible for this? Who knows what we will find after a little research?
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Unravel the Mind
The brain sits mightily atop the body, controlling every movement and processing every piece of information it receives. How curious that we now contemplate the contemplator. How do we think? What did the Gods give us that makes us conscious of our own existence? Is it possible to find out? We must know!
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The Secrets of the Mind
We have learned what no others could. For untold centuries, the mind has remained illusive, hiding its secrets. But now those secrets are ours to understand.
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Understand the Body
The body houses our soul and mind, but is the most curious part of this trio. Its complexity and harmony seem to always reveal new depths. It is clear that with each step we take towards understanding our basic physical characteristics, more questions reveal themselves. But knowledge is the reward of the faithful searcher. Knowledge that could save lives.
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 The Secrets of the Body
We now know the limits and strengths of the machine that lies under our skin. More importantly, we have learned what steps to take in order to better improve and maintain it.
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The Oath of the Physician
"I will use treatment to help the sick according to my ability, but never with a view to injury. Into each house I enter, I will enter to help the sick, and I will abstain from all intentional wrongdoing. And what I shall see or hear in the course of my profession, I will hold to be holy secrets. If I carry out this oath, may I gain reputation among all griffons for my art; but if I break it, may the opposite befall me."
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The Academy of Health and Medicine
Our populace is the pride of Griffonia! Strong and healthy, they are the paragons of the medicinal world.
The Academy of Health and Medicine
Our populace is the pride of Griffonia! Strong and healthy, they are the paragons of the medicinal world.
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Middenheim School of Economics
With ever more goods being produced and international trade linking the world more closely, the study of economics has received increased attention. Middenheim, Yale's leading centre of economists, rejects the theories of communists, choosing to improve capitalist system instead.
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The Middleheim School of Economics teaches hundreds of students a year the value of the gold in their claws. We must not forget that markets are a science like any other.
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The Art of Negotiation
"The worst thing you can do in a negotiation is seem desperate to make it. That makes the other bird smell blood, and then you're dead. Leverage is the biggest strength you can have. Leverage is having something the other griffon wants. Or better yet, simply can't do without. Unfortunately, that isn't always the case, which is why leverage often requires imagination and salesgriffship."
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The School of Economics
The Middleheim School of Economics teaches hundreds of students a year the value of the gold in their claws. We must not forget that markets are a science like any other.
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National Stock Effort
For the stock market to be of the greatest benefit to the economy, shareholders should have a long term vision. By increasing the state's share of our most important firms and encouraging investors to keep their stocks for longer terms, our nation will reap the benefits.
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The economy is a circular flow of money, and spending is the crux to prosperity. A lack of confidence in the economy stops consumption, creating depression. To increase the flow of capital, states can keep spending to kickstart the economy. Even war spending will create jobs!
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The market is fickle and prone to failure, like a car engine in need of tuning. We must give the government more discretion to intervene, balancing public and private interests. Using equations and models, we can determine where money is needed to get the highest growth.
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We can not entrust the fate of markets to the fickle claws of fate, we have taken steps to make sure that there are no crashes anytime soon.
The School of Economics
We can not entrust the fate of markets to the fickle claws of fate, we have taken steps to make sure that there are no crashes anytime soon. Using vast public work projects we have ensured a stable source of income for the lower classes. Now that they have money in their claws they are beginning to buy all that their hearts desire.
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Boost Aggregate Demand
It is indeed demand that determines the strength of the economy. The state can boost demand by embarking on public works projects. The money spent on these works will multiply as it circulates in the economy and gets used by workers to buy other products.
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The School of Economics
Using vast public work projects we have ensured a stable source of income for the lower classes. Now that they have money in their claws they are beginning to buy all that their hearts desire.
The School of Economics
We can not entrust the fate of markets to the fickle claws of fate, we have taken steps to make sure that there are no crashes anytime soon. Using vast public work projects we have ensured a stable source of income for the lower classes. Now that they have money in their claws they are beginning to buy all that their hearts desire.
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Steer the Market
The Yalian economy must focus on boosting demand and spending in the economy. Money trapped in the bank accounts of greedy griffons cannot help grow the economy, and the more money trapped, the harder economic growth will become. Let us keep spending and proclaim "We're all Clawnesians now!"
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The School of Economics
It was not enough to merely regulate the market, we have placed it in the claws of our leading economists to guide our industry to new heights!
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The economy is not simply put into one equation, but is the culmination of the actions and motivations of all beings. Only real savings and real advancement can grow the economy, not an increase of available money. Bailouts, state investments and other such matters distort the market, creating bubbles and keeping losers on top. It is time to get sober and start saving.
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Self-Regulation
Companies go after their own interest, but only the biggest companies have the power to influence our government directly, distorting the market with rules that benefit them. The only real way to make markets work, is if the state retreats from the arena, so that the market can get the prices right.
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The government has stepped out of the battle between the financial giants, let the titans fight amongst themselves. The free market will make sure that the worthiest competitor with the best ideas prevails!
The School of Economics
The government has stepped out of the battle between the financial giants, let the titans fight amongst themselves. The free market will make sure that the worthiest competitor with the best ideas prevails! But at the same time, We encourage the continued existence of so-called "mom and pop" establishments. Small businesses are better for local economies, and can respond more quickly to changing marketplace demand.
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Small Businesses Competes
Hawk's model has been accused of favouring big business, but this is not the case. Some industries have massive barriers to entry, almost naturally creating little competition. In this case, we can intervene by allowing small businesses the chance to compete with big firms.
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The School of Economics
We encourage the continued existence of so-called "mom and pop" establishments. Small businesses are better for local economies, and can respond more quickly to changing marketplace demand.
The School of Economics
The government has stepped out of the battle between the financial giants, let the titans fight amongst themselves. The free market will make sure that the worthiest competitor with the best ideas prevails! But at the same time, We encourage the continued existence of so-called "mom and pop" establishments. Small businesses are better for local economies, and can respond more quickly to changing marketplace demand.
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We must set the market free. No longer will stimulus and bailouts give perverse incentives. We will balance the books, save money, and slowly grow the economy. We will not hold illusions about easy ways to increase production. Hard work, real ingenuity, and a trust in our griffons to help each other, will make Yale flourish.
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The School of Economics
With very few regulations to worry about, the titans of industry have only the future to focus on. Now that hard work and ingenuity are rewarded rather than punished, we can all look forward to a future of gold!
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A Future of Prosperity
Whatever path chosen, the economists of Middenheim work tirelessly to update their models and craft the best strategies with which we can face the future. Prosperity has emerged in the country by virtue of a careful economic policy, not one determined by the whims of politicians or mobs. The future is bright for everygriffon!
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We have set our markets and our people free! With very few regulations to worry about, the titans of industry have only the future to focus on. Now that hard work and ingenuity are rewarded rather than punished, we have created a prosperous society!
The School of Economics
The fate of our markets is too important to entrust to the fickle claws of fate, and so we have taken steps to stimulate the economy. Using vast public work projects we have ensured a stable source of income for the lower classes. With money in their claws, they can buy all that their hearts desire!
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Against All Odds
We have survived the assault of the resurgent Empire. Our soldiers have secured the Imperial City and we are now by all accounts the leading Heartlands Nation. It is up to us to unite the Heartlands and make sure we win the peace, as well as the war.
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Call the Council
Now that we have conquered Griffenheim, we must rally to our cause. A better future is within reach if we keep up our resolve. It is time for the Rector Magnificus to call the council together once more and make a solemn pledge to unite the Heartlands. Whatever it takes.
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Secure the Heart
The Rectors of Yale are of one mind on this matter. To secure the future of Yale, all of the Herzland must be under our control. Only then may we see to other matters. We cannot let our countrygriffons rot in backwards feudal states, dictatorships or warmongering republics.
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The New Spark
A movement has been brewing inside Yale for years. A movement of students and concerned citizens demanding representation in the government. Griffons who believe in a better future like us. Griffons who fought for our ideals on the battlefield. Perhaps we can only truly unite the Heartlands through democratic and harmonic means?
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Ratify the Grundgesetz
"Conscious of their responsibility before Gods and griffons, and inspired by the determination to promote peace in Griffonia, the constitutional council has adopted this Basic Law. We have achieved the unity and freedom of all beings in the Heartlands and this Law underpins the Rights and Duties of all who reside within our borders." -Preamble to the Herzland Grundgesetz |
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The people of Herzland are wary of us and are still uncertain about the future, with many local communities fearing the erasure of their culture. As long as this is the case, we will have to spend an inordinate amount of our resources maintaining order.
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Call for Elections
For some griffons in the Herzland going to the polls must feel like a return to business as usual, while for some it will be an exciting experiment. It is time for the hustling of debates, campaigns and rallies. The New Sparkle movement itself looks set to win a plurality of the seats, with local, social democratic and conservative parties vying for the rest of the electorate.
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Coalition with the SPH
The Social Democratic Party of the Herzland has managed to gain quite a bit of seats and could help the New Sparkle gain a majority in the Bundestag. The Spitzenkandidat of the SPH is the Feathisian Gerben Kogchel, a veteran politician from the former Grand-Duchy. He will seek to establish a system of social security in the Herzland.
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Swear in the President
With the Coalition agreement signed it is time for the first president of the Federal Republic to be Sworn in. President Georgina Friedrika Schüler will take the oath of office on the balcony of the Palace of the Republic in Griffenheim, once home to the Emperors of old. May the Herzland prosper under her tenure.
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Social Welfare Program
There is no time to delay the institution of a program of social welfare for our citizens. Poverty still runs rampant across the Heartlands and we cannot afford the loss of more precious lives. Besides the obvious benefits of saving lives and the dignity of our citizens, we might also forge solidarity between the different parts of the Republic.
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The people of Herzland are wary of us and are still uncertain about the future, with many local communities fearing the erasure of their culture. As long as this is the case, we will have to spend an inordinate amount of our resources maintaining order.
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General Law on the Elderly
There comes a time in one's life where one cannot work anymore. A time where it is time to enjoy some well-deserved rest. Having the elderly work for scraps or having to beg on the streets is a disgrace to our Republic. In the Herzland, we will take care of our elderly with a reasonable pension for those who have worked hard their entire lives.
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Unaccustomed Newcomers
The new way of things will take some getting used to, and many across Herzland remain uncertain; but once they taste the fruits of our new society, they are sure to love it!
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Bundesausbildungsförderungsgesetz
The Federal Training Assistance Act will regulate higher education in the Republic. We will give every prospective student the rights to grants which will cover the cost of studying and to assist with their expenses while studying. Together, we will build the future!
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Guarantee Healthcare
With unemployment benefits guaranteed, there is still another pressing matter for the griffons of the Republic. Medicine has advanced quickly under the Rectorate, but access to this healthcare is far from universal, especially in rural areas. The full force of the Federal Government will be directed towards guaranteeing healthcare for all beings.
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Government support is provided for all citizens to ensure that they are able to meet their basic needs. It is our responsibility to make sure every citizen is able to reach their full potential!
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The Labour Oversight Board
Rules are only effective when they are enforced effectively. To make sure every company follows labour standards correctly, the LOB will perform regular inspections all around the Herzland. Workplace standards and safety might be a slight inconvenience, but in the end it will give our workers an advantage on the workfloor.
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Social Reforms
Government support is provided for all citizens to ensure that they are able to meet their basic needs. It is our responsibility to make sure every citizen is able to reach their full potential!
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Universal Basic Income
Every being has the right to choose their own path in life, through formal employment or by other means. To facilitate this freedom, the government will provide a stipend to every citizen of the Federal Republic. Let us hope that this will reduce stress in the lives of all beings and in the long run improve all our lives.
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Social Reforms
Government support is provided for all citizens to ensure that they are able to meet their basic needs. It is our responsibility to make sure every citizen is able to reach their full potential!
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Equality of Opportunity
Yale has always focused on having the best griffons for the job, but it never properly focused on making sure every griffon has the opportunity to become the best griffon for the job. We must ensure that every being in the Heartlands has an equal shot at public office and education.
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Extend Public Schools
We must roll out the network of public schools we established in Yale to the rest of the Heartlands as well. It is imperative that we get as many griffons and dogs into the school benches as soon as possible to provide a solid basis for the scientists of the future.
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We have made investments in order to expand access to public schooling across Herzland. More knowledge will broaden the horizons of the next generation and improve the lives of all.
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We cannot let the Triarchy's Archons have a claw in how education is run. The curriculum for all schools will be established by the government itself and interpreted by individual teachers. The temple is the place for religion, but the school is the home of state education. Of course, some more religious-minded citizens may object to this.
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Secular Education
Temples have no say in our curriculum. Education in public schools is now completely secular and free of any religious instruction.
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Some citizens are very unhappy with our policy of keeping temples away from the schoolhouse and are kicking up quite a fuss. Although it seems dire now, this rancor should die down with time.
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Our Nation is one of many differences and one the more salient ones is the issue of language. Not all griffons speak the standard dialect and Feathisian especially has a large minority of speakers. We will give a protected status to these languages and make it possible to deal with the government in your local dialect.
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Small Arts Funding
As scientists, the Yalish never really funded many artistic projects, which were considered a waste of time. However, art can help channel feelings and stories. By funding local artists, we may help to preserve the memories and emotions of our citizenry and give them an outlet for their more negative thoughts.
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Discrimination cannot only happen from the side of the government towards citizens, but also by companies and organisations. Those actors have responsibilities towards our griffons, dogs and other inhabitants as well. It is about time we outlaw discriminatory practices by all in society.
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Discrimination is no longer tolerated in any part of our society. Every creature deserves respect: claw, paw, or hoof.
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The Social Republic
We have succeeded in forging a nation in the Herzland. The legacy of our first term will be a strong social security system and a harmonic way of life. The Herzland identity, we have proven, is not tied to the Grover Dynasty, and there is more that binds us together. A desire for a better life, a desire for democratic rights for all who live in our Republic, and a desire to live together in Harmony.
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For centuries, the oppressed subjects of the Empire dreamed of a free and just society that would allow them to truly flourish. After much hard work and struggle, we have made this dream a reality.
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Coalition with the Kaiserpartei
There are many in the Herzland who have rallied around Grover VI and who would like us to restore the Griffonian Monarchy in some capacity. A pact with the Kaiserpartei, led by the loyal dog count of Bronzehill, could anchor a stable democracy under a figurehead Emperor. With the Kaiserpartei in tow, we would have a comfortable majority in the Bundes-, I mean, Reichstag.
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The Kaiser's Government
The people of the Herzland have chosen to restore the Emperor in a constitutional monarchy. The office of Reichskanzler will be reserved for the leader of the largest party in the Reichstag, the harmonic New Sparkle. Georgina Fredrika Schüler will be granted the task to form His Majesty's government and to rule in his name.
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The National Integration Program
We must unite the Heartlands once and for all under one flag. We will restore theatres, town halls and statues. We raise the flag on every street corner and rally the people. Much work remains to be done to restore national pride, but perhaps we can foster a sense of unity.
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Scared Newcomers
The people of Herzland are wary of us and are still uncertain about the future, with many local communities fearing the erasure of their culture. As long as this is the case, we will have to spend an inordinate amount of our resources maintaining order.
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Democracy is a Herzlander Tradition
A constitutional monarchy was always the logical endpoint for the Herzland. Many of its constituent states already were democratic to some extent, with a proud tradition of regional sovereignty. The Monarchy is not afraid of her people anymore but trusts them to govern together. This is the modern Heartlands.
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Formalise Checks and Balances
Many citizens have a hard time reconciling their ideals for democracy with a monarchy. We must show them that our democracy is not a façade but a functioning institution. Therefore we must formalise the checks and balances on the Reichstag, the courts, the chancellor and the monarchy.
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Unaccustomed Newcomers
The new way of things will take some getting used to, and many across Herzland remain uncertain; but once they taste the fruits of our new society, they are sure to love it!
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Integrate the Outer Lands
Truthfully, the Heartlands are not complete without the outer lands. We must complete National Integration by making the old Marches and Skyfall part of our nation. All Herzlanders will be able to live under one democratic government, under their old monarchy. Freedom, unity and justice for all!
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Draft the National Defence Strategy
With the Herzland unified, we must ensure that we never again lose what we have. Our nation was almost fragmented beyond the point of no return, and the chancellor will not have this happen again. With strategic nationalisation of industry and a fortification strategy, we will be able to more efficiently plan our national defence.
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We must protect what is ours and ensure that our freedom is never again threatened. Construction of fortifications has been emphasised as part of a complex initiative to prepare for a hypothetical invasion of Herzland.
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Celebrate Grover Day
The young emperor is adored throughout the Heartlands as a symbol of national unity and of moderate rule above the parties. It is time we capitalise on his popularity by making his birthday a national holiday. By celebrating our past and present together, we can finally leave any doubts about our nation behind us.
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The Constitutional Monarchy
Tradition and progress are not opposites, unlike what some may claim. It is perfectly possible to have the sciences and arts flourish and have democracy shine, while also preserving what is dear to us. While building on the foundations left by our forebears, we have created something truly special, a monarchy and a democracy. A compact between sovereign and people which will guarantee a bright future!
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The Constitutional Monarchy
The best ideas both old and new have been synthesised in our great nation. With Emperor Grover as our figurehead, we head towards a bright future of order and progress!
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The First Technocracy
Now that our position has been secured, we have the opportunity to fully embrace scientific politics. With logic and reason as our guiding principles, we can optimise society to take us all forward into a new age of progress!
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Technocrats
It is only logical that the individuals holding the reins of power should be the individuals with the most technical knowledge. Their expertise allows them to see the best path forward for our nation.
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A Grand Rectorate
All the schools across Herzland have been brought into the fold, making us the largest body of universities the world has ever seen! With our combined brilliance there is no obstacle that can not be overcome.
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Leadership through Science
Opinions of the uninformed masses mean nothing in the face of expert consensus; science is what must guide us. Our leaders should be the most knowledgeable individuals, not the most popular.
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Technocrats
It is only logical that the individuals holding the reins of power should be the individuals with the most technical knowledge. Their expertise allows them to see the best path forward for our nation.
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Expand the Universities
Science is at the heart of our country: the universities we have liberated are woefully underfunded, but we will not allow this to continue. Investments must be made to elevate these institutions, no matter the cost!
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Technocrats
It is only logical that the individuals holding the reins of power should be the individuals with the most technical knowledge. Their expertise allows them to see the best path forward for our nation.
Expanding Universities
Expanding the universities is taking a toll on our resources, but it is an investment that must be made. You can't put a price on knowledge!
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Herzland National Science Program
Although all of Herzland's academics are now ostensibly united, deep divisions remain along the old national boundaries. To combat this, we need to get all of our universities working together towards common goals.
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It is only logical that the individuals holding the reins of power should be the individuals with the most technical knowledge. Their expertise allows them to see the best path forward for our nation.
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Central University Superiority
It was thanks to the superiority of the Central Universities that our grand experiment was able to succeed and ultimately triumph, and so it makes sense to continue investing in them. Middleheim, Greenback, and Greengate have never let us down before!
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The Great Academy of Health and Medicine
Our populace is the pride of Griffonia! Strong and healthy, they are the paragons of the medicinal world.
The Great Academy of Health and Medicine
Our populace is the pride of Griffonia! Strong and healthy, they are the paragons of the medicinal world.
The Monumental School of Economics
It is a simple truth that the fate of markets is too important to entrust to the fickle claws of fate, and so steps must be taken to stimulate the economy. These principles are taught at our famous School of Economics, and have gone on to influence the fiscal policies of nations across the world.
The Monumental School of Economics
It is a simple fact that in order to foster prosperity, markets must be as free as possible. The only thing burdensome regulations do are stymie innovation and creativity! These principles are taught at our famous School of Economics, and have gone on to influence the fiscal policies of nations across the world.
The Grand School of Engineering
Our researchers at Greengate have established themselves as the world's foremost experts in every field of engineering, and their vast knowledge goes towards building a better life for everyone!
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Finest Minds in History
Our reverence for knowledge has allowed us to assemble a collection of the best and brightest from across the world. Their unparalleled expertise will allow us to reach new heights of understanding.
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Technocrats
It is only logical that the individuals holding the reins of power should be the individuals with the most technical knowledge. Their expertise allows them to see the best path forward for our nation.
Technocrats
It is only logical that the individuals holding the reins of power should be the individuals with the most technical knowledge. Their expertise allows them to see the best path forward for our nation.
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A Grand Meritocracy
In a truly rational society, merit must be the central tenant. Advancement should be based purely on talent and ability, so that the best and most skilled among us can rise to lead.
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Advancement in society is based purely on talent and ability. Nepotism is a thing of the past, and the most knowledgeable individuals rise to the top. Without a doubt, this is the fairest way to do things.
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Military Experts
We have not traditionally been a nation of war, but the military academies we have acquired should prove useful. We can use them to perfect the science of warfare, keeping us one step ahead of any foes that seek to challenge us.
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Meritocracy
Advancement in society is based purely on talent and ability. Nepotism is a thing of the past, and the most knowledgeable individuals rise to the top. Without a doubt, this is the fairest way to do things.
Meritocracy
Advancement in society is based purely on talent and ability. Nepotism is a thing of the past, and the most knowledgeable individuals rise to the top. Without a doubt, this is the fairest way to do things.
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Examine Past Mistakes
Since the dawn of time, many states have risen to fantastic heights only to ultimately collapse. Vast research must be poured into how to keep our nation stable and our citizens content.
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Financial Experts
Expanding the Middenheim School of Economics will ensure our economic knowledge remains second to none. With cutting-edge models at their disposal, the most educated griffons will have all the information they need to steer our economy.
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Meritocracy
Advancement in society is based purely on talent and ability. Nepotism is a thing of the past, and the most knowledgeable individuals rise to the top. Without a doubt, this is the fairest way to do things.
Meritocracy
Advancement in society is based purely on talent and ability. Nepotism is a thing of the past, and the most knowledgeable individuals rise to the top. Without a doubt, this is the fairest way to do things.
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Superior Leadership
Now that the best and brightest are in charge of Herzland, they have begun to direct our efforts in a more efficient manner. With the greatest economic, military, and political minds at the helm, no other nation can hope to outmanoeuvre us.
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Meritocracy
Advancement in society is based purely on talent and ability. Nepotism is a thing of the past, and the most knowledgeable individuals rise to the top. Without a doubt, this is the fairest way to do things.
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Integrate the Universities
Although our territory has spread to encompass all of Herzland, our ruling council has remained small. We need to make sure all universities are represented in our rectorate so that more perspectives can be heard.
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Make Science, Not War
Exploration and discovery are the foundation of our nation, not military aggression and dominance. Our children are encouraged to read books rather than play with swords; we must always remember that we are a nation with an army, not the other way around.
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Local Representation
There is relentless agitation from citizens across Herzland who are unhappy being dictated to by "out of touch intellectuals". Allowing local communities greater autonomy should placate them, quieting the masses and letting the Council focus on the important matters of state.
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Local Representation
We are in the process of providing representation for local communities throughout Herzland. This should go a long way towards placating them.
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Science of Peace
We can put our advances in the social sciences to use with regards to international diplomacy. We shall be unflinching in defending our way of life, and any foe would be wise to avoid tangling with us. After all: knowledge is power, and we know quite a lot!
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Defenders of Science
Our goal is to unravel the mysteries of the universe so that we can create a better world for every citizen. To do this we must preserve the light of knowledge, and make sure that those who seek the truth are allowed to do so in peace.
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Yale, Cradle of All Knowledge
When darkness encroached to snuff out the light of knowledge, the brave Rectorate of Yale did not shrink, and instead went on to fight back and free the minds of all of Herzland. Now it is a place where intelligence and ability is revered and rewarded, creating a better world for every creature!
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Cyrusval University
Cyrusval University mainly teaches the social sciences, but unlike Bruma, their campus has become a hotbed for revolutionaries. A spirit of hopeful energy is prevalent around the old university grounds as professors preach radical new ideas to young minds from Yale and beyond. It may be dangerous, but perhaps this energy is just what this country needs.
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Societal Divides
For a long time Yale has been divided between those who live in the marble halls of the universities and those who live without.
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Brawls and riots have begun to fill the streets of Yale, they are only an forewarning of what lies ahead.
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Rally the Student Vanguard
It is the duty of those enlightened by the revolutionary spirit, to spread the truth about class struggle and capitalist oppression. The students of Cyrusval must lead the charge to a better future, so that we may see a classless utopia in our lifetime!
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The Faculty
The Faculty of Social Sciences is well aware of the plight of the working class in most of Griffonia, along with previous attempts at revolution. With increased funding from the central government, the Faculty will be able to develop a social policy that will make Yale strong in these turbulent times. In secret, the Faculty seeks to undermine the government's legitimacy, preparing the stage for revolution.
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To the Barricades!
The writings of the Faculty have eroded the legitimacy of Yale's government, while the Student Vanguard has made the people aware of their plight. Now the time has come! Though death may await us, our most precious liberty must be defended with valour! Raise the banner of the Revolution! Flock to the barricades, for the triumph of the communes!
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The Communes of Yale
We have overthrown the state and the workers can now focus on making revolution. Anarchy reigns and the red banners fly across the communes. From the ruins of the old, will arise a world order built on a proletariat labouring for itself. The future is bright, now that we are free!
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Disband the Military
The soldiers that fought alongside the revolutionaries are brave souls, but their services are no longer required. Every individual is responsible for the safety of their own communes and for the revolution as a whole. We ought to establish voluntary militias with elected officers. Naturally, if anygriff finds their orders objectionable, they may refuse to carry them out. Who could defeat an army of truly free souls?
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Seize the Means of Production
We must wretch away control of the factories from the fat pigs who abuse them. No longer will a griffon be forced into one humiliating job. A free being is able to work on what he wants when he feels like it. The capitalist structure that grinded our souls to dust, will be replaced by a community of free workers, where every labour is an art.
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The road ahead is long, but we have already begun the first steps to a socialist paradise!
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Reveal the Illusion of Money
Money is nothing but a guarantee from a state that they will give a certain amount of wealth to the holder of the banknote. It has no inherent, or even more importantly, moral value. Let us burn these useless stacks of paper and laugh while the rest of the world chases happiness by trying to acquire the biggest number of banknotes.
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Voluntary Education
Education has been used since the dawn of time to indoctrinate younglings into the existing exploitative system. It is up to every individual, young and old, what they want to learn and how they want to go about it. The children seem especially overjoyed at the abolishment of tests, while scientists are looking forward to pursuing their own passion projects.
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Effective Research
By focusing on only a few projects at a time, we can produce much faster results.
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Cooperative Farms and Mines
Farms and mines are a collective effort and without any organisation, these crucial assets would fall into disarray. Therefore, specially appointed overseers will plan and guide volunteers in their efforts to make our communes better. Their spirits are high and even the darkest mines are full of happy workers!
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In some professions an experienced guiding claw is necessary to ensure the safety of our workers.
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From Each According to Ability
Anarchism is not a free pass to just sit around all day. In the spirit of free communal association, everygriffon must do their part, however small. If we all contribute, the communes will be the best they can be. With high morale and with true freedom, we will show the world we can outproduce the statists around us.
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To Each According to Need
The heartless capitalist system doesn't protect those in need. The so called 'free market' is the statists preferred method of distribution, where workers toil the hardest and the elite benefit the greatest from the system. Our communes will see every griffon contribute what they can, while taking what they need. This way, everygriffon will be satisfied.
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Classless Society
The Communes have succeeded! Against the warnings of statists, both communist and capitalist, we have shown the power of true freedom. Together and united in the spirit of free association, we have shown the world that a classless society is within reach. But we are not done...
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Anti-Statism
The griffons of Yale may have overthrown their state, but many states still rule over most of the world's sentient beings. We must channel the hate for this global injustice into a wave that will sweep away these nations of oppression. If the Communes of Yale have to lead the charge, so be it.
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 Anti Statism
We have begun to wipe away all remnants of the old order.
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Outward Coordination
Although every commune is free to determine their relations with outlying beings, it would be wise to coordinate foreign policy and matters of defence. Of course, such an oversight council is merely for coordination and has no formal power of its own. To protect our liberty, all free griffons must work together in harmony against any foreign threats.
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Communal Coordination
The communes have agreed, for the sake of unity, to submit to the authority of the entire nation rather than just those within their group.
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The Stalliongrad Exchange
Our misguided comrades overseas have foolishly subjected themselves to a 'Supreme Soviet' and other governmental means of oppression. Nevertheless, they are sympathetic to our cause and we have much to learn from each other. We would especially benefit from inside knowledge on their advanced weapons systems.
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The Prywhen Exchange
The uneducated peasants of Prywhen were correct to revolt against tyranny, but it is slowly becoming clear that they too, will seek to establish a state and reject anarchism. However, their combat experience and agricultural techniques may be of use to us. Surely they will help their fellow revolutionaries.
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Expand the Cooperative System
Cooperative enterprises are a huge success, producing for our needs. By appointing more overseers and regulating the work schedules of more workers, we will be able to vastly increase production with minimal loss of freedom for the individual.
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Carry the Torch
The great struggle of our time will see the final destruction of the nation-state. For that, the Communes must look north towards Griffenheim, the foremost centre of oppression in Griffonian history. Archons, nobles and generals infest this nest of parasites. Let us overthrow them and carry the torch of freedom to the heart of the Empire.
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Victory of the Proletariat!
We have conquered Griffenheim and smashed the Imperial oppressors. Soon the old capital of Griffonia will also enjoy the benefits of a society where workers own the means to their future and where freedom is not a hollow phrase. However, the war for liberation is still far from over. We must unite all of our comrades in the Herzland in the Workers' Unity Front.
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Heart of the Revolution
The Herzland is a cultural unit, the focal point of the former Griffonian Empire. As long as it is disunited, there will be tensions. If we want to truly secure the revolution, we must liberate all of the Heartlands from all the different sort of oppression which reign there.
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Start the Integration Process
Achieving anarcho-socialism was not an easy task for Yale and neither will it be for the rest of the Heartlands. However, we have learned a few lessons from our own transition and the existential threat to our security has diminished, so we should be able to do this more carefully. The liberation of our comrades will soon be completed.
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Congress of the Communes' Delegates
With peace achieved and our borders secured, it is time for all of society to reflect on the path ahead. We will hold a Congress of Workers' Soldiers' and Students' Delegates from all over the Heartlands to discuss the future of the Communes. Two factions have formed around two powerful griffons. Anarchist Rector Erich Mühschnabel and Trade Union leader Karl Legreif.
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Communal Coordination
The communes have agreed, for the sake of unity, to submit to the authority of the entire nation rather than just those within their group.
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Father of the Revolution
Erich Mühschnabel has come out of the congress the strongest and his vision of anarchy has become the leading one in the Herzland Communes. However, our job is far from complete as long as a single griffon still lives under statist and capitalist oppression. The Father of the Revolution will spread anarchy to all!
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The Black Council
To protect military secrecy as to not give away our intelligence to our foes, we will have decisions of defence be taken by the Black Council. Veteran soldiers and weapons developers will sit on the council to ensure that whatever happens, the Herzland Communes will win the upcoming war. For reasons of security, there will be no scrutiny of the Black Council except by the Father of the Revolution.
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The Black Council
No griffon knows exactly who sits on the Black Council and what their mandate or purpose is exactly, only that their main goal is to protect the revolution and bring final victory closer.
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Internationalist Brigades
The Herzland is a beacon of freedom which now attracts many oppressed souls from abroad, looking to build up their lives in a free socialist society. Although we cannot force anygriffon to fight for our cause, we can remind them that their own homelands still need liberating and organise international brigades which speak the other languages of Griffonia.
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International Brigades
Many hopefuls have flocked to the black and red banners, hoping for a better and free life. These hopefuls may well help us to liberate their homelands!
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The Red Claw Chamber
Gamia. A university of unlimited potential. At least it was until the revolution, when we imposed strict standards on the university so that it would no longer harm other griffons or the environment. However, if we are to liberate Griffonia, we will need the best scientists on our sides and not have them be held back by a misunderstanding public. The Red Claw chamber will provide us with victory, whatever the cost.
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Father Anarchy
It is time for the griffons of the Herzland to know who is the architect behind their liberation. It may be highly unorthodox to make informational material which so strongly elevates a single person, but it will be for the collective good. Comrade Erich will keep helping us make the decisions which will lead to a better future!
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Libraries and Book Clubs
It is important to spread knowledge about anarchist and socialist theories amongst the working class so they can better educate themselves on their position in the economic system and they can get an interest in science and politics. To this end, the communes should work together to make a network of libraries and book clubs. Science should not be hidden behind lock and key, but flow freely!
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Ban Organised Religion
Throughout the revolution, one hierarchy has persisted inside our society. We did not dare touch the Triarchy of Boreas, Arcturius and Eyr. The bureaucratic mess of priests and prelates continued its work as well as it could. It is a danger to the revolution. The people can pray at home if they are so superstitious, the Triarchy must go and their properties collectivised like all the others.
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The Second Congress
With internal matters taken care of, the Father of the Revolution has convened a Second Congress to prepare the Communes for war. Comrade Mühschnabel is expected to radio-broadcast his speech to the congress all across the Communes as the peoples' militias prepare for war against statist oppression.
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Reach North
First of all, the revolution must secure its northern flank. To reach the lands of Skynavia and our brothers and sisters, we must first destroy the capitalist republicans and any other threats in the region. It is a shame we must kill so many common people who certainly share some of our ideals, but their willingness to cooperate with capital is an unforgivable sin.
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The Skynavian Dream
Skynavia contained many of the early socialist revolutionaries of 978. Their theories and writings are indispensable to the development of libertarian socialism. Now that we have connected up, we should invite the Skynavians to join our socialist society!
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Raid Republican Armouries
The Republicans have been preparing extensively for their struggle against the Griffonian Empire and it seems that a lot of their factories and weapon caches still hold many valuable weaponry. It is time we take what we need!
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The Free North
It has taken a fair while to teach and educate the people of the North. We have found them generally friendly and social, but stubborn. Now that the north has been freed from monarchy, statism and capitalism, they can finally contribute to our socialist society.
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South of us, backwards feudal griffons rule the land, concerned with their own squabbles instead of any sort of advanced ideology. We must free the serfs from their servitude and spread socialism here as well.
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Aid the Commune of Griffonstone
Griffonstone used to be one of the richest cities in Griffonia, but chronic neglect has left the city starving. Our commune there is struggling and will require our aid if the people there are going to succeed.
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Bury the False Idol
The Idol of Boreas is the legendary artefact which is said to have given Emperor Grover I the power to unite all griffons. We know the truth, it is merely a cup of gold used to mislead the people of Griffonia! We will make sure that nogriffon will ever be lured to the false idol again.
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Central Commune Cooperation
The Central Griffonians have been freed from the shackles of servitude to lord and coin. Now it is time to properly integrate them into our society of free communes. With the help of students and a lot of mutual aid, we will integrate the central communes.
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Greifwald and Adelart are both home to some strong libertarian movements, but to get to Aquileia we must go through them. The griffons of Aquileia themselves are imbued with the revolutionary spirit, but they never truly managed to throw of the shackles of unjust hierarchies. It is time we liberate our western brothers and sisters!
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Help the Miserable
The poverty in Aquileia is endemic and saddening. We ought to help the downtrodden and the miserable to start their ascension into free beings. To help kickstart the communes there, we will send aid to start up civilian industries. Truly they will be thankful to have the opportunity to become equal with their fellows not only in political, but also economic standing.
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Distribute Skyfall's Wealth
Skyfall might be called the biggest fattest bloodsucking leech of them all. So many griffons grew filthy rich off of the sweat of others. Now the people possess all that private property which was just lying in their vaults and their warehouses. All the factories and docks will be turned to the service of the people and all this wealth will be distributed amongst those who deserve a little extra.
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Skyfall's Wealth
The ill-gotten gains of the capitalists will be evenly distributed amongst those who toiled so hard for them but never got to profit from the real value of their labour.
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It has taken a while to break down the state order in Aquileia, although we had a way easier time in Greifwald and many workers welcomed us as heroes in Skyfall. In any case, we should soon be able to make full use of the cooperation of the Aquileian Anarchists.
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Strike the Birthplace of Fascism
Comrades, today we must march to unholy ground. Wingbardy is the birthplace of fascism, the ideology which twists and corrupts the working class, promising liberation while it puts on the shackles of racist oppression. Wingbardy too will be swept aside by our righteous fury, for we know no borders!
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Collectivise the Rubber Plantations
Wingbardy has one of the larger supplies of rubber on the continent, a resource which the communes lack. If we are to make full use of motorised infantry and aircraft, we will need to make special haste with the collectivisation of the large rubber estates which produce the rubber.
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Anarchy in the Archipelago
The Minotaurs are a proud race who once had to flee imperialist colonisers of their own. But in their new lands the minotaurs are still shackled by their statist elites. We will liberate Asterion too, so that the minotaurs can finally be free.
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Southern Socialists
We have rooted out the reactionary fascists from Wingbardy and its client states, removing the taint of that damned ideology from our beautiful Griffonia. Now true, uncorrupted socialism rules in the south and the people there too, can be free.
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There are some lands that have only ever been held very loosely by the Empire, a combination of knights kingdoms and Cossacks. The revolution will expand to the furthest reaches!
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Peasants no Longer
Backwards Brodfeld and Lushi especially have clung on to feudalism for a longer time than even the rest of Griffonia. These backwards states were still stuck with serfdom while their economies needed to be dragged into capitalism. It is time to skip a step and move straight on to the classless society.
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The Cossack Spirit
Are there any griffons freer than the Cossacks? A question difficult to answer before the revolution, certainly. Now that Gryphia has been taken by our forces the answer is obvious; an anarcho-socialist Cossack! We all have something to learn from those who have so much experience living so freely, however, so let us incorporate the Cossack Spirit.
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Who is freer than a Cossack, comrade?
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The Free Frontier
The outer extent of griffon territory now is free! From sea to sea the revolution has spread, linked by a network of free autonomous communes. Now it is time for the peasants and the Cossacks and the oppressed of the east to join us as well.
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The Final Act
Now the time has come for the final act in this great play. With all of the griffon lands having fallen to the revolution, its father has the chance to finally set things right.
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The Trade Unions
With Erich Mühschnabel out of the way and retired, the Trade Unions are now the most powerful force in the Heartlands. They will still keep to libertarian socialist principles while still protecting the people from any harm caused by the sudden shift in the socio-economic system.
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The Schwarzrote Armee
Our revolution is still under threat and the current way of organising our defences will simply not do. ideals are all well and good, but when it comes down to waging war against the great powers around us, we will need a centralised army. Thus, we will create the black-red army. We will do our best to keep our principles intact there too, but our defence is paramount.
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The Schwarzrote Armee
We have founded a professional military to defend the Communes against outside aggression.
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The Herzland Defence Council
It is time to improve our outward coordination by convening a permanent Herzland Defence Council. By bundling the expertise of our best field-commanders and strategists, we will be able to oversee our mobilisation efforts and anticipate any external threats to the Revolution.
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The Herzland Defence Council
We have increased the size and scope of the Outward Coordination program to a proper Defence Council to properly anticipate enemy threats.
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Liberate the Dockworkers
There is not a place where the workers get so exploited as in Skyfall. Bad wages and horrible working conditions while the capitalists grow rich and fat. The workers of Skyfall are our brothers too and they must be liberated from their subsistence slavery in the docks. We will make the riches that flow through that port will benefit everyone!
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Greifwaldian Anarchy
To secure the Herzland we must liberate the people of Greifwald too. This vital border region will be a buffer between us and any southern statists, should the worse come to pass and they point their greedy claws at our freedom.
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Protect the Ponies
The ponies in Hellquil and Longsword have been suffering from racist and fascist oppressors for some time now. The misguided griffons in charge, based on some bogus ideology, consider it their holy duty to fight the 'pony menace'. The Free Communes will not allow this racism to persist any longer.
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Coordinate Reconstruction
Much has been broken by the constant fighting in the Herzland and regrettably, we also had our part in that. There is a shortage of qualified construction workers in some areas while there is an overflow in others. It is time to coordinate the reconstruction efforts centrally to help everyone back on their paws.
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Coordinated Reconstruction Effort
To help with reconstruction post-war Herzland, we are coordinating our construction workers to where they are most needed.
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Truth Finding Committees
War is a messy affair and although we did our best to fight it honourably and with respect to the civilian populations, you cannot account for everything in such a messy situation. To make sure that grudges do not persist over generations, we should attempt to give closure to all the victims of violent conflict, no matter how deserved the violence was.
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The Labour Standards Council
Factories, offices and farms. Work is a complex matter and even though we should do our best not to impose too many rules on the individual Communes, labour standards might be in the collective interests. By drafting instructions and preforming inspections, we can help to make sure that every being works safely and productively.
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The Labour Standards Council
A central union committee will draft standard guidelines for labour standards in different fields of work, while inspecting the actual implementation.
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Fight Racism!
There are sizable populations of ponies and dogs in the Heartlands but too many griffons, these beings have never really been fully part of society. They too preferred to stick to their own communities, in fear of being treated unfairly. Social progress for the working class, however, should also come with acceptance for those different from us.
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Ponies in the Ranks!
The ponies are our comrades too!
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The Scientific Method
Capitalists argue that their mode of production leads to the greatest amount of efficiency, but this is only a paper reality. When it comes down to it, competition undermines a more rational way of organising production. When we can work together across resource extraction and processing industries and across farms and industries, we can implement the most efficient methods.
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The Scientific Method
The process of turning extracted resources into workable materials is done in a cooperative rational manner.
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Solidarity Forever
The Herzland Communes are now fully established and we are strong enough to protect ourselves from injustice from within and without. The unions are the democratic connection between the different communes who help bind us together in solidarity. May the Commune last forever!
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Solidarity Forever
For the union makes us strong.
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Defend our Freedom
Comrades! Our freedom is under threat by those who oppress their workers. Capitalists and war hawks seek to turn a profit from attacking us with their weapons of mass death! If they come for us, we must break their unholy weapons and show them the power of a liberated people!
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Preserving Freedom
No one will ever take our rights ever again.
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Communal Temples
It is time to swallow some of our pride and ally with the priests who see things our way. Religion is a powerful force, but instead of having its doctrine be imposed top-down, we should protect priests and give them the freedom to preach their own words. With a free religion, the strongest opposing voice to our work will become a voice which supports us.
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Communal Temples
The Triarchy has been broken and priests now preach their own theology in communal temples, where we can discuss religious matters as equals.
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Establish the Black International
There are others in Griffonia who share most of our thoughts. We could be puritan and denounce them for the aspects in which they differ from us, but that is not what socialism is about. Socialism is about breaking down walls and uniting people. Let us reach out our claws in friendship!
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Deter the Statists
If at all possible, we would like to prevent more conflicts from happening. We did not earn our freedom to die an early death against other workers whipped up to fight against us. However, some only understand the language of power. Very well, we can speak their language.
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Share our Knowledge
Information should flow freely. Our socialist brothers and sisters deserve access to the technologies which can improve their lives and defensive capabilities. Therefore, let us help them out with a research sharing agreement.
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No Gods, No Kings, No Masters!
It is the right of every individual to make their own choices in life. To be, as much as possible, free from coercion by Gods, Kings or Masters. However, the temptation to trade that freedom for a false sense of security always remains. To ensure no master can ever take hold of the revolution again, there must be a peaceful transition of power.
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Establish the Yale Costal Defense Force
Our recent acquisition of coastal lands has opened up a new frontier to our military, rich with possibilities. The Yale Coastal Defense Force's primary duty is to protect the waters off our domains and ensure that our ports and shipping lanes remain safe from piracy and hostile navies.
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The Hippogriff Model
When it come to naval dominance, no navy controls the seas quite like the Hippogriffs. Their navy is centred upon aircraft carriers, which combine air and naval power to maximize their projection of force over vast geographic areas. By hiring Hippogriffian military advisors, we can begin to train our future sailors on Equestrian doctrine.
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Retrofit Incomplete Capital Ships
Griffonia is a land of many optimistic governments with lofty naval ambitions. However, for every battleship that sets sail, another three languish in ports, in a perpetual state of incompletion. By buying these incomplete ships, we can convert them into our first aircraft carriers.
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Reinventing the Airplane
Aircraft carriers pose an interesting challenge. Their shorter runways mean that the planes operating from them need to be lighter, while limited hanger space requires a more compact design. However, we are Yale, and challenges simply mean a new opportunity to innovate, adapt, and design.
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The Feathisian Model
Feathisia is the only member of the Empire to have a navy, with a battlecruiser acting as the nucleus which holds their small fleet together. Their doctrine calls upon the use of heavy ships with thick armour and big guns to exert dominance over the seas. By cooperating with the Rottendedam Naval Academy, we can ensure their expertise in the establishment of our navy.
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Incorporate Civilian Dockyards
The merchant fleets and fishing flotillas of our recently occupied foes were born from civilian dockyards that our now under our administration. By seizing these strategic assets and upgrading them, we can incorporate them into our military.
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Feathisian Designs
The Negen Provincien stands as the pride of both the Feathisian Navy and the de facto Imperial Kriegsmarine. While the ship's design is a closely guarded secret, we can hopefully convince our brothers to help us in taking the first steps in naval development.
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Sponsor Domestic Ship Building
While the realm of ship building has been nothing but a fantasy, until recently, it hasn't stopped our engineers from drafting blueprints and coming up with designs for all manner of ships. While most are too lofty for current technology and industrial capabilities, a singular light cruiser design has proven feasible for our Rectorate to put into action.
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Knowledge, Learning, and Understanding
Our recent naval build-up has created a need for even larger ships in order to further secure our interests abroad. The Rectorate has seen that a series of three battleships be commissioned in the coming years. These will be known as the Knowledge, the Learning, and the Understanding, and each will bear armour and weaponry that is unmatched.
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Further Encroach upon the Civilian Economy
Our seizure of civilian dockyards did wonders in kickstarting production of our warships. However, our appetite for these crucial industrial assets has not been sated. We must further encroach upon the civilian naval infrastructure and seize even more dockyards.
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Yale Coastal Defense Force Infantry Branch
The Yale Coastal Defense Force has been requesting their own infantry units for quite some time, claiming that the regular Security Force does a poor job of training their recruits on the realities of naval invasions. They hope that this new branch will form an elite combat force which will be utilized for raiding hostile coast lines.
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Armoured Landing Craft
If we were even pushed to launch a naval raid, our infantry would be put in a highly precarious situation. Current doctrine is sparse on the subject and our existing landing craft are little more than fishing skiffs. In order to modernize our forces, we must invest into upgrading both our landing craft and the doctrine behind them.
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The Yale Model
Our experience at the seas is minimal, putting us at a severe disadvantage against the more established navies of the world. When paired with our weak industrial capabilities, it might be wise to invest in a small navy of light ships which lowers the chances of wasted investment while we endure this learning phase.
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An Experiment
Before we can plunge fully into the world of naval warfare, we must first construct a testing platform in order to test new weapons, combat systems, and electronics. While designed for testing purposes, these light ships could also make effective destroyers in a pinch.
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Gamia's Unlikely Contribution
Hosting Yale's foremost biology department, Gamia has been known to operate many research projects abroad in order to study all manner of life. One such venture, is the operation of a research submersible which studies coral life in the South Sun Sea. They have promised to assist in weaponizing the design of this vessel if they are given permission to continue all veins of research unmolested.
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Greenback Air
Greenback Air was formed in 976, offering mail and passenger air service to the many university towns and cities across Yale. Since then, they have expanded into a regional powerhouse, offering air service to locations as far away as Griffenheim, Mirabelle, Aquila, New Manehattan, and Sunset.
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Import Foreign Designs
There is no need to reinvent the wheel. Other nations have designed aircraft which are better and more advanced than anything we can hope to domestically produce. We shall import these designs and study them, using them as the backbone for our own domestic aircraft.
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Offensive vs Defensive Air Force
The Yale Defense Council is currently split on the role of our air force in future conflicts. One group of experts are claiming that an air force should be used to strike at enemy formations, disrupting them before they threaten us. Another group claims that the focus of an air force should be to defend our industrial assets from aerial attack.
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A Second Runway for Greenback International Airport
Greenback International Airport is one of the busiest in Griffonia, servicing close to half a million passengers annual. In order to accommodate this increased demand, the airport authority has requests grants to constructs a second runway, increasing the speed by which planes can take off and land.
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A Messy Affair
There is nothing clean and glorious about the horrors of modern war. As the progress of industrialization continues, cities and the civilian populace become another figure to factor into when calculating the strength of a nation. While Yale has no intention of delving to these lowest of the lows, we must still be prepared to strike at this military asset when the time comes.
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A Versatile Aircraft
Bombs fill many important roles in the doctrine of modern war. They can be used against enemy strongpoints, used to disrupt hostile formations and infrastructure, or used to knock out the enemy's industrial capabilities. It is important that we design a bomber which can perform all of these roles effectively.
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Greengate's Contribution
The chemists at Greengate have discovered a new chemical which will forever revolutionize war. It is likened to a petroleum-based jelly which is known to burn hot and for long periods of time. If this substance were to be used in our bombs, we could drastically increase the damage they could do.
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 Greengate's Contribution
The engineers at Greengate have discovered a very effective substance. This jelly-like goo sticks to whatever it touches and burns for a long time, making it easier to start fires. By weaponising this 'napalm' we will be able to sow terror and destruction amongst our enemies.
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AirLand Battle
In the event of war, it will become vital for our air force to possess the means of assaulting hostile formations. By employing light attack aircraft, we can ensure a maneuverable and highly accurate means of assaulting the enemy.
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A Griffonian Fighter
Griffonia is a vast continent and traditional aircraft can only hope to cover a few hundred kilometers of it. In order to address this, we must design larger aircraft which can operate over much larger distances.
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100 Kilometers
It seems like such a small distance, barely shorter than that between Greenback and Yale. Yet, if one were to head straight up, this minor jaunt would be the difference between our world and space. A hundred kilometers is all that separates us from the stars and the engineers and scientists of Yale want to be the first to break this barrier.
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Generic Paratrooper Focus
Look doesn't anyone else find it weird that griffons need parachutes? They have wings. Why don't they just fly to the place they want to drop onto.
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Upgrade Regional Airports
While Greenback International has prospered in recent years, the dozen or so regional airports throughout Yale have remained relatively stagnant. Eight of them are missing terminals, six are missing air traffic control towers, and five don't even have a paved runway. These issues must be solved in order to ensure the dominance of Greenback Air.
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The Sound Barrier
Can a griffon go faster than the speed of sound? Scientists and engineers have been asking this question for close to a decade, watching as advances in aircraft bring us ever closer to this dream. However, with the advent of the jet engine it seems like this lofty goal might finally be within our reach.
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