Ideologies

An Absolute Monarchy, gives supreme autocratic control to a monarch, emperor or regent. Free from any kind of early authority or custom, the monarch has total control over the government and state and its operations. Often combining religious contexts and other traditional institutions, the wellbeing of the nation relies heavily on the political ability of the monarch themselves. While monarchies can take the form of any liberal or conservative government, they tend to be much more conservative, seeking to and favour a traditional militaristic and nationalist rhetoric, combined with conservative social characteristics.

**Devotionism**

Devotionism describes a state where its people are totally devoted and loyal to one idea or belief, often seeing this belief as being spiritually, culturally, or religiously divine or destined. Devotionism can take many forms but is largely conservative, and encourages traditional family and moral values and practices, but most importantly demands total dedication to the idea, belief, culture, leader or god of the state. Those who promote Devotionism, often believe that the goals of the state are destined or required for the survival of the state itself, and therefore should be uncompromising.

**Nationalism**

Nationalists promote the idea that a nation's sovereignty is its most important yet threatened aspect. Nationalism encourages militarism and conservative values, to defend their culture, beliefs, language, race and identity. Considered desperately conservative, Nationalists believe that their nations culture, language, people and identity must be defended at all costs and are willing to defend this with force if necessary. Those who preach extreme Nationalism, feel that their country should retake former lands and unite its people under on nation, to protect and also spread their nations identity and power.

### **SOCIALISM**

**Collectivism**

Collectivism emphasises cohesiveness between individuals and the prioritisation of the group over self. Concluding that the best way to maintain equality and prevent poverty, is to distribute communal wealth, Collectivists believe that collectivisation is the only true way to ensure equality and welfare. Corporatism and large state control ensure strong governance and a firm hand, with little time given to those who were previously considered "one of the elite". Collectivist nations believe in having no private authority figures and control private enterprise strictly. Collectivist nations nearly always develop into welfare states.

**Libertarian-Socialism**

Also referred to as Anarcho-Socialism, Libertarian Socialism is the leading anti-authoritarian movement of the times. Libertarian Socialists believe in the complete control of the worker and unions, and is a state run almost entirely by unions, rights groups and other influential public organisations. Highly decentralised compared to other socialist states, this regime rejects the concept of the state authority, and is run by the people in a much more direct manner, sometimes leading to instability. Issues of security, and covert intelligence are greatly discouraged to prevent any form of authoritarian control in the future.

**Fabianism**

More moderate than its socialist counterparts, Fabianism, originating from various British socialists, has evolved over the years to represent the face of the moderate socialist movement. Fabians believe in change through reform, the ballot box and gradual progressiveness, allowing for a slow but easy transition to socialism, equality and prosperity. Taking concepts from Libertarian Socialism and Social Liberalism as well as Progressive and Internationalist ideals, Fabianism is widely seen as the dominant socialist force in the world today, supporting a state for the people, by the people.

### **TOTALISM**

**Bukharinism**

Believing the active pursuit of international communism to be impractical and foolhardy, Bukharinists instead seek to refine and secure the totalist state inside their own borders and allow the rest of the world to naturally achieve socialism by itself. Bukharinist nations tend to prefer national and internal security, and rule over their own populus with an iron fist. Totalitarian in nature, Bukharinists embrace moderate collective economics and a centralised economic structure and are hostile to any potential infringements to the security of the nation or party, expanding their borders and protecting their interests with force if necessary.

**Trotskyism**

Trotskyism, developed by Leon Trotsky, promotes the establishment of a vanguard party based on working class emancipation and mass democracy. Believing in exporting the revolution, Trokyite regimes are much more benevolent towards other communist nations, yet still believe in utilitarian sacrifice and the power of a strong centralised state. Trotskyism promotes a Totalitarian regime embracing collectivisation, redistribution and expansionism all in pursuit of acheiving world revolution by any means, yet embraces moralist and moderate democratic ideals to prevent abuse of power.

**Strasserism**

An ideology rooted in the complete dismissal of societies traditions and norms to achieve a the complete elimination of the subjugation of the proletariat, Strasserism forms the most radical and revolutionary form of totalist governance. Focussed on creating a people and nation of pure ideals and morals led by the party, Strasserist regimes, while devoted to bettering their people's quality of life, clinically and mercilessly cleanse their people of any enemies to the party, and are much more openly aggressive in international politics, sometimes embracing militaristic and expansionist qualities, creating hostility between other Totalist nations.

### **SOCIAL CONSERVATISM**

**Traditionalism**

Considering major change to society to be largely harmful, Traditionalists embrace older and traditional institutions as the only legitimate body of governance, combining parts of the modern mode of governance and old state practices to prevent major deviations for societal norms. Practising conservative religious and family values, Traditionalists while still democratic do not recognise the legitimacy of minorities’ political rights. Traditionalists favour more nationalist and isolationist ideals, seeking to preserve their people's way of life at all costs.

**Social Conservatism**

Social Conservatives consider rapid changes to society to be potentially negative, and espouses tradition and moderate reforms, advocating a return to old moral values. Social Conservatives tend to embrace traditional institutions and practices as the best way to do things but are largely accepting of new ideals and change, as long as they are not radical or sudden. Social Conservatives are much less willing to attempt anything that could put the economy, culture or nation at risk, and therefore make little radical change to society.

**Isolationism**

Those who believe Isolationism is the best way forward, see the outside world as dangerous and unconcerning to the policy of their own country. Valuing peace and and opposing any ideology that could pose a threat to them, Isolationists avoid international conflict and are highly protective of the country's economy. Isolationists closed nature to the outside world make them much less likely to interfere in conflict, but just as dangerous, as there is still a strong focus on security and the power of the military is highly respected.

### **SOCIAL LIBERALISM**

**Market Liberalism**

Market Liberalism combines a market economy with personal liberty and human rights believing in the individual freedom of man in economics and politics. Free Trade and liberal economic thinking seriously limit the welfare state of this nation, and capitalist ideas hold the strongest traction in government. Often a nation of big business, Market Liberals are keen to protect both political and social and economic freedoms, valuing both equally, as they believe that the key to democracy is Free Trade.

**Progressivism**

Considering themselves Progressive in nature, Progressives combines personal liberty and liberal human rights along with a mixed economy and welfare state in order to allow economic freedom but prevent economic inequality. Progressives encourage change to society, rejecting the idea of one culture and isolated nationalism. Progressives make sure to keep businesses in check to prevent unfair monopolies and malpractice. Progressives like other Liberal nations highly value individual freedoms and liberties, and believe in protecting democracy and freedom at all costs.

**Internationalism**

Surely the greatest enemy to isolationism, Internationalism advocates a greater political and economic cooperation among nations and people in the international context. Internationalists do not believe in the superiority of sovereignty necessarily, and wish to see an end to global war by means of creation of an International economic, political and social union whether through institution or reality. Internationalists highly value moralist principles and are prepared to fight for democracy and liberalism globally, yet wish to do so to prevent war in the future.

### **INTEGRALISM**

**Resurrectionism**

Encompassing a variety of nationalist, fanatical and fascist beliefs, Resurrectionist politics are shaped by the somewhat irrational pursuit of returning a country to its ‘former glory'. Copying old traditions as well as new ideals and ways of thinking, Resurrectionists encourage imperialist attitudes, traditionalism and nationalism as well as powerful militarism in order to recreate a country's power, borders and influence in the modern day, often at the expense of its neighbours and those who oppose the party.

**Fascism**

Rooted in ideas ultranationalism, Fascism is driven by ideas of racial and cultural supremacy. It promotes aggressive expansionism and a totalitarian state where the people are united under a leader with absolute power. Embracing corporatist economics, and conservative social values, Fascism empowers the state through surveillance and an iron fist, often valuing traditional cultural identities. Fascists wish to see an end to class divisions by empowering both the working class and elite and uniting them with the joint cause of fighting for their nation.

**Fanaticism**

This government is ruled by ideological fanatics who are willing to sacrifice themselves and others in order to achieve their goals, which are nearly always driven by some form of religion or supreme legacy. Fanaticism requires complete dedication to the state without second thought, with no regard for any legitimate contrary opinion, often inspiring ultranationalist thinking, ultra militaristic attitudes, totalitarianism and aggressive expansionism. Fanaticism nearly always results in the bloodshed of many in achieving the Fanatic's goals.