Kirvograd War of Independence

== War of Kirvogradian Independence ==
The Kirvograd War of Independence, also refered to as the Volontéan War of Independence or the Kirvograd War, was a conflict between the state of Kryvonea and Kirvogradian rebels. The rebels initially declared a peaceful secession from Kryvonea, which the Kryvoneans strongly disputed.
=== Declarations and Preparations ===
The beginning of the war started with the declaration of independence of Kirvograd, led by Basco Prola. This was followed up by an announcement from the Kryvonean government demanding the rebel group stand down and rejoin Kryvonea peacefully. These terms were rejected by the Kirvogradians, which kick started the initial developments of the war. The Kirvogradians began to fortify their lands in preparation for the upcoming Kryvonean siege. The Kryvoneans meanwhile began to gather their forces in a bid to retake the city. 
=== Weeks Before the First Battle ===
The weeks before the first battle saw both sides gathering their forces and preparing for the upcoming siege. This was clearly shown by the establishment of army camps on both sides and a number of small skirmishes between scouting parties, predominately Kryvonean scouts who strayed to close to Kirvograd. The upcoming battle was a major point in the war.
In Kryvonea, Yigon would step down as Emperor, becoming Regent of the nation, passing the title of Emperor to Wardaddy. Wardaddy would take control of military affairs within the state, securing mercenary aid with his close connections. He would appoint TheWorkingGamer to Minister of Foreign Affairs, due his willingness to volunteer, him previously living in Kryvonea, and him being experienced in diplomatic work.
Exactly 6 hours before the battle, defenders hurried to build-up extra defences, and cover up any weak spots. An extra outer wall, which was constructed before the announcement of the rebels, was incomplete, and only covered the west side of Kenka, proving useless in the upcoming attack. Volunteers arrived to help move equipment into an outside claim, named Awesome_Foxtown, moving weapons, armor, and potions. However, it was at this point when a major flaw was discovered for the Kryvoneans, that being that, they were low on extra equipment, specifically in armor and swords. This would prove to be catastrophic, as quite a few mercenaries that they hired didn't have gear on Eldham, meaning that all they could give them were stone, and iron equipment, some without armor as well.
=== The First Battle of Kenka ===
As Kenka was fortified, the rebel forces chose to advance before the Kryvonean defenders could fortify themselves more thoroughly. ur_baked, a veteran of the Fourth Sand War, arrived to aid the Kryvoneans, as an act of goodwill. The battle began slowly, as first as both sides inched closer to one another. The rebels travelled south and met the Kryvonean vanguard at a crossroads, and promptly pushed the Kryvoneans out and towards Kenka. The pitched battle outside the west gate of the city began shortly after, in which the rebels crushed the Kryvonean forces and pushed inwards. Many fell in the initial attack, specifically the undersupplied mercenaries without armor. The west area of the city quickly fell, however some Kryvonean forces maintained control of portions of the city. All of this combined, resulted in a major rebel victory. The loss can be attributed to the Kryvoneans short supply of supplies and gear.
=== Allegiance Changes and Invicta's Declaration of Independence ===
Hours after the First Battle of Kenka, the cities of Pioresná, Durnhol, and Vekta (now Fréris) would all join the Kirvogradian cause, together forming the Republic of North Volonté. Afterwards, mr invicta, King of Invicta, after a public vote, would officially declare the kingdom's separation from Kryvonea, due to a recent rise out of inactivity, religious, cultural, and historic differences. 
== The First Treaty of Kenka, Yigon's Resistance and The Second Kenka Conference ==
The resulting defeat at Kenka led to Cross, Kronprinz (Crown Prince) to the Kryvonean throne, to negotiate peace with the rebellion. The controversial "Treaty of Kenka" declared that Kryvonea would be split into two entities, in the northwest, with the city of Kirvograd, the state of North Volonté would be established, meanwhile the rest of Kryvonean territory would be put into a union with Vanshire, creating the 2nd Imperial Dominion of Gothria. On top of all of this, Kryvonea would have to pay 2 million in war reparations and remove Cross and Cao (Chancellor of Kryvonea) from the government. Outside of the treaty, Cross would renounce his claim of Kronprinz, and pass it to Epsri, seeing him as a good successor. Shortly thereafter, Cao was captured by rebel forces in Kenka, however Cross's whereabouts at the time were unknown. A leading theory during that period, is that he mostly likely fled to Drak Yamar.
Hearing about the signing of the treaty, Yigon would announce that he rejected the document, stating that it was invalid, due to the fact that he didn't sign it, but Cross did. This would lead to more of the old Kryvonean populace to side with Yigon, and start a resistance campaign against North Volonté and Gothria. Otto en Olea, leader of the Imperial Provinces of Aristios, would announce to the world his intention of setting up The Second Kenka Conference, a second peace. In collaboration with The Grand Duchy of Samora, a neighboring country of former Kryvonea, they would both reopen negotiations with Gothria, with the aim of creating a fair peace treaty for both sides. The Kenka Conference Grand Jury would be created, made up of 10 experienced diplomats, local nation leaders, as well as other key members of the community, to mediate the documents, and decide on treaty and decision offers. The intention of this act, was to create a fair system, as to not allow any bias.
== Failure of the Second Kenka Conference and The Kryvonean Independence War ==
Due to a number of factors, the Second Kenka Conference would prove to be a failure. Multiple times did negotiations break down, with no possible alternative to peace being able to be found. The conference was called off, however Kryvoneans still loyal to the old government, were not deterred, and still had the will to fight. Despite the rebelling provinces to the west and coalition incursions deep into Kryvonea, the city of Kenka was still left firmly under Kryvonean control. An interim government was quickly formed with TheWorkingGamer and Yigon as both co-commanders of the government, who would declare the First Treaty of Kenka null, officially starting the Kryvonean Independence War. 
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