Nova:Intermarium
Description
The Nation of the Baltoslavia (as it was then known) was formed on November 16 by monarch ScaryDragon_ after months of planning previously. It’s aim was to create a strong Eastern Europe, unlike those on EarthMC Classic (exept russia... that went well). Within days, the major towns of Riga, Tallin, Minsk and Odessa were secured and claimed, however Kiev was lost to a newer player as the planned mayor had resigned from the Baltoslavia position. It’s rough claims include Belarus, Latvia, Estonia and Ukraine (although Ukraine is considered a “duel-territory“ shared with Byzantium.) It’s population currently stands around 40 residents and towns spread around Eastern Europe.
The Flag of Baltoslavia is a tri-colour, with White, Blue and Yellow. It is an edited version of the old Kievan Rus flag, proposed by SlyPrince of the United Kingdom. The White represents the northern, Baltic towns, which the Yellow and Blue represents the Slavic south.
History
Dark era
Days before the official release of Terra Nova, during the Donator Early Access period, Minsk was created. This was followed by Nikolayev, Riga, Kaunas and many others.
At this point the activity of the nation falled and it seemed that the nation could fall before it was even created. Riga was about to give up and make Latvia and a Novorossiya seemed like a possible idea for Nikolayev. Back then the baltics was more or less the core of the nation. And a dispute between mainly Nikolayev and the Cossack hetmanate with Byzantium backing didn't make things better. And to make it worse only about 100 gold was collected after almost 2 weeks and many of the gold ingots was stolen by a formal citizen of Minsk. Many citizens was about to give up, but an unexpected turn happened soon.
Scary loaned 200g+ to complete the nation faster after towns began to demand the nation to be established. This move connected the independent network of towns around the area into one strong nation. During this period the nation was known as the “Eastern Union”. In the following moths Minskan rus slowly emerged into a european superpower on par with Britain and Byzantium.
Kiev and the Dispute with Byzantium
While the nation was being created, many independent towns in the south of Minskan rus claimed territory had begun to pop up. Many had joined Byzantium, causing a sudden majority of Byzantium towns in the area. Byzantium had become a dominant power in the east of dniepr. After rumours spread Kiev planned a “Kievan Rus” nation, spreading over Eastern Europe, negotitations began with Byzantium, who planned on backing Kiev. A proposal, allowing a joint vassal state status to be granted to a Kievan Rus Empire was rejected by the mayor, who went inactive days later. Tensions between Baltoslavia and Byzantium calmed and Ukraine was agreed to be a shared territory.
Baltic Rebellion
Kikoko_2, a citizen of Riga and a nationalist had been anti-Baltislavia from the start, and along with some other towns planned independence. This plot was revealed and a brief conflict began between Kikoko and Duesen and much of the southern towns. Kikoko, the soon to be Riga mayor, demanded Latvia be “free”, using support from what he claimed were his “many allies”. Duesen decided to stay with Baltoslavia, making Kikoko decide to back down. Secretly, however, he was attempting to make as many allies as possible to combat Baltoslavia. Before he could declare independence again, however, he was permanently banned from EarthMC over using hacks (it was either speed or xray I can’t remember).
NATO
After the conflict over Ukraine earlier, it was decided to repare relations with Byzantium by joining their new alliance ”NATO”. It soon supported the declaration of war on ISIS and the crusades began.
Romanian Revolutionary War
After a skirmish on the Romanian border, Romania declared war on Baltoslavia. After contacting enemies of Heat, such as Dukasv, Bulgaria and Poland, an invasion was planned, toppling Heat from the control of Romania. He was eventually allowed back into the nation, but Dukasv remained in official control.
Nation Rename
After new naming rules came into effect, a vote was proposed to discuss a new name for Baltoslavia. The two most popular options, Kievan Rus and Minskan Rus,were discussed and Minskan Rus was chosen to replace Baltoslavia.
Expansion into Russia
The nation Russia was a growing nation but a citizen was toxic so many towns happily switched to Minskan rus. And because of that Russia became a shell of it's former self, while Minskan rus continued to grow into 8th largest nation on the server.
Rus-Polish war
After poland claimed deep into claimed Minskan rus' territory war broke out between the nations. Poland started to attack Minskan rus, but Grodno with many experienced pvp:ers wrecked Poland and started to attack Poland. One of the towns Poland had in Minskan rus territory switched side. The war resulted in a Minskan rus victory despite often being outnumbered by Poland. Sometimes as much as 5-1. Many towns from Poland temporary joined Minskan rus but then established Polish state. Poland fell therefore apart into a civil war. Almost a month after the war began, Poland formally surrendered to Minskan Rus on January 27, 2019.
Dispute over involvment in Balkan war
As the balkan war began there was a dispute on which side to join. Some considered Byzantium to be moral allies while others, especially Grodno believed Byzantium saw Minskan rus as a weak puppet, supporting the coalition against. The official policy, to allow towns to choose a side in the war, faced controversy from both sides, with Dragon saying “it was the only way we could keep both sides of the divide happy without kicking people”.
Government
Baltoslavia is a monarchy with elements of democracy. Two groups of advisors, the Royal Council, and the People’s Senate vote on issues to be addressed. The Royal Council is made up of trusted, permanent advisors, while the Senate has an elected representative from each province.
Minskan Military
The Baltoslavian Royal Military has been deployed twice in its history, during the invasion of Romania and briefly during the Ukrainian Disputes.
It changes a lot, currently led by a few experienced fighters who have participated in some old invasions.
National Infrastructure
(I’m not sure what to write here, so I did it on infrastructure. The whole nation is super proud of how this turned out so I hope it’s ok to write instead of architecture)
Baltoslavia Canal/Metro Network
The Baltoslavian Canal network is a very large network of underground canals, connecting most towns in Baltoslavia. The largest tunnel, the Capital Canal, allows boats to pass underneath Eastern Europe from Riga to Odesa, via Minsk. Many future extensions of the project include tunnels into Russia, and south towards Byzantium. The tunnels are currently being extended to meet newer Baltoslavian town and upgraded to ice.
Baltoslavian Road Network
While underground the tunnels continue to be dug, an expansive road network is continually being extended. Roads reach every Baltoslavian town as well as connect into the Western European network.
Notable People and Towns
- ScaryDragon_ - Ruling monarch of Baltoslavia
- 8bit - Co-Founder of Baltoslavia and member of the Royal Council
- Duesen - Mayor of Riga and longtime member of the Royal Council
- JokerLow - Experienced Baltoslavian who served bravely during the Romanian Invasion
- XloPass - Experienced Baltoslavian who served bravely during the Romanian Invasion
- Danthe - Experienced Baltoslavian who served bravely during the Romanian Invasion
Towns
- Minsk- the capital of the nation
- Riga - A regional capital and the most important city in the north
- Grodno - An autonomous town with awesome pvp:ers
- Nikolayev - A regional capital to the south
Baltoslavian Provinces & Territories
Baltoslavia is spread into three provinces, the Baltics, Don and Dnieper. Each province may elect a representative to the People’s Senate and have a province capital.
Provinces
All provinces are guaranteed one representative to sit in the Senate. The below are the provinces of Baltoslavia.
Baltic Province
This province is made up of all Baltic towns, including those in Latvia, Estonia, northern Russia or Lithuania. it’s state capital as of now is Riga, however due to Duesen currently inactive it may become Parnu or Haapsalu.
Dniepe Provnce
The Dnieper Province is located in the central area of Baltoslavia. It is the irl area of Belarus & Northern Ukraine. It’s current capital will either be Pripyat, Viciebsk or Grodno.
Azov Province
The Don province is located in the south, it covers the most of the shared territory between Byzantium and Minskan rus and Odessa. It’s capital is currently Nikolayev.
Territories
These are areas of Baltoslavia that can have representation decided by the government but often do not. They are not part of a province.
National Territory of Minsk
Minsk, the capital, is its own territory, and its citizens cannot run in the senate, however they may vote for the Dnieper representative in elections.
Overseas Territory of Minskan Africa
Operated as a colony controlled by the Minskan government, a small collection of towns based in Southern Africa are considered part of Minskan Rus. It’s capital is Mossalbai and is used primarily to protect mining interests in the continent.
Alliances
Formal Alliances
Before the Intermarium Alliance, Minskan Rus was part of PACTAM, an alliance between Spain, France, UK, USA and Mexico, which fell apart soon after the TN release. NATO also collapsed a monthafter it’s creation.
- Byzantium
- Crimea
- Poland State (New Poland)
- Lithuania