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Post by Ludwig on May 14, 2010 11:40:35 GMT -5
Now here is some Vital Information for your everyday lives. This thread is a place for information pertaining to the universe, the working of the AFN, the colony governments, important events in the AU history, and a place to ask ask questions you may have.
Let's get started with a brief set up....
In the distant future… in a galaxy that is most likely the Milky Way…
Earth has become over populated, and its resources early depleted, aside from what are grown in greenhouses, and sanctioned park areas, most of which are man-made. And so, man has gone into space. The countries of the world have created their own space colonies and stations scattered through out the galaxy.
While the nations still have their own independent governments, another sort of governing body was needed to ensure peace and relations among the colonies, their home countries on Earth, and among each other. Thus, the Allied Federation of Nations was born.
The AFN is a political and military organization put in place to enforce interstellar law, trade agreements, and handle peace making, and peacekeeping affairs. However, as within any body of government, there is sure to be corruption, and conspiracy. One of their current priorities is to combat the onslaught of space piracy. And the crew of the starship “The Axis” is high on their list.
“The Axis” is a rag tag group of space "pirates", led by a man with a sort of vendetta against the AFN. They say revenge is a dish best served cold, and what better way than to make it out of things stolen right under their noses?
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Post by Ludwig on May 15, 2010 10:36:49 GMT -5
Earth, Its Nations and Their ColoniesThis far in the future there is practically no place on Earth that has not been industrialized or populated. Even the vast plains of the Serengeti have been subject to urbanization, industrialization, and population growth. There are special reserved places for plant and animal life; however, the majority of these are man made sanctums. (If you need an idea of what Earth looks like now, think along the lines of Coruscant of Star wars fame.) The term “third world country” has come to mean a country that is too poor to expand its borders to space, and must rely on technology from it’s richer, and more powerful neighbors. The more powerful nations began to colonize various areas of space and other nearby life supporting planets. These colonies are self-governed, however their government is subject to the rules and whims of the main government of the country they are owned by back on Earth. For example, a British space colony has it’s own set laws and rules, however the laws set in place by the British Parliament back on Earth. (Think along the lines of how state governments in the US answer to the Federal government.) They are seen as states of that country. The colonies are represented both in their national governments and in the AFN itself. The space station colonies are large, and also have many man-made environments reminiscent of Earth’s forests, gardens, and green houses.
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Post by Ludwig on May 15, 2010 11:06:37 GMT -5
The Allied Federation of NationsIn short, the Allied Federation of Nations (AFN) is a political and military organization put in place to enforce interstellar law, trade agreements, and handle peace making, and peacekeeping affairs. It started out as a branch of the United Nations when the colonization of space began, over nearly 100 years ago. However, the AFN has now taken over the majority of the United Nations’ duties in the cosmos and on Earth, making the UN relatively obsolete. There are five different core divisions of the AFN, and they each serve their own unique purpose to ensure the betterment of interstellar society, all while working together with each other. The Parliamentary Division – The Parliamentary Division handle all economic and political affairs among the nations. They dictate the laws and guidelines for international and interstellar trade and relations. They also handle political and diplomatic disputes between nations, and are the first step to ensuring peace. For more information on the Parliamentary Division, contact Arthur The Armed Division – The Armed Division is the law enforcement and military of the AFN. They are to ensure all international and interstellar laws are upheld. They are also used as a more physical means to settle disputes among the nations. The Armed Division is used to break up military battles among nations, or used to re-enforce those being wrongfully attacked. They also provide an extra security buffer along side the country’s military to nations looking to colonize unknown areas. For more information on the Armed Division, contact Ludwig or Alfred. The Division of Exploration and Discovery – The Division of Exploration and Discovery is the international science and exploration center. The greatest minds of every nation work here in order to uncover the scientific mysteries of the new worlds the countries are colonizing, as well as furthering advancements in engineering, math, and technology for the betterment of all societies. For more information on the Division of Exploration, contact Yao. The Division of Public, Civilian, International, and Interstellar Relations – This division is the mass media and public relations division of the AFN. All international news programs, newspapers, and other publications are produced by the DPCIIR. For more information on the DPCIIR, contact Francis. Division V – Division V (Five) is the central intelligence agency of the AFN. No one aside from the people within the Division know exactly what they do, however the information they supply to the other divisions is extremely important for their operation. They are known to work very closely with the Armed Division especially. For more information on Division V, contact Ivan. The standard AFN Uniform is very distinct, as shown here: Shamelessly modded GundamSeed Uniform Fan Art. Because they look cool, GDI. Thank you Russia for finding and editing the picture.The color in collar denotes which division an AFN member is a part of. Parliamentary Division – White Armed Division – Green Division of Exploration and Discovery – Blue Division of Public, Civilian, International, and Interstellar Relations – Red Division V – Black
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Post by Ludwig on May 15, 2010 14:52:41 GMT -5
The “Behemoth” Incident
The Behemoth Incident was an important event surrounding an asteroid code named “Behemoth”, due to its size and the amount of valuable ores it contained. The Behemoth was the center of a military struggle for resources instigated by the French on what was Italian territory.
Since the Italians had just begun to lay claim to the asteroid, they were not as well equipped to fend off the French. The Allied Federation of Nations was called upon to settle the dispute, however, a communication error between Division V and the Armed Division led to the Armed Division make the dire mistake of sending re-enforcements to the wrong side. It was because of this that the French were able to seize control of the Behemoth and it’s resources.
It wasn’t long before the French started a rather extensive mining facility on the asteroid’s surface. It was successful for a few years before it was attacked by the AFN’s Armed Division under the supposed orders of the former Colonel Ludwig Beilschmidt. The mining facility and a great portion of the Behemoth itself were destroyed.
Coincidentally, Col. Beilschmidt and his regiment were the same regiment that was sent to the French as re-enforcements. Since the attack was not a direct order of the Allied Federation of Nations itself, it was seen as an act of retribution on behalf of a scorned official. Former Col. Ludwig Beilschmidt was court-martialed, stripped of his rank, and dishonorably discharged.
His position has been succeeded by the notable Lieutenant Colonel Alfred F. Jones, who is sure to set the Armed Division back on track.
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