Arkadian Empire

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The **Arkadian Empire** is a relatively newly discovered small empire by the Imperium of Man and is ruled by an Oligarchy government made of corporations and conglomerates that have a large influence in politics, commerce, banking, the industrial sector and more. It joined the offered alliance after many successful trade missions to neighbouring planets during the Age of Strife. One of its turning points is when during the Age of Strife as it was cut off from the rest of humanity as soon a volatile power struggle amongst Arkadian Leadership on Avantine resulted in the civil war wiping out much of its population and turning Avantine's capital to a wasteland.

After only 500 years the remaining population who were remnants escaped Avantine to the other side of the planet as it is not as radiated, in an attempt to settle and rebuild. Not long after some of the population experienced a bit of a change in then due to the highly stressful conditions in Avantine and now have evolved with pale-skinned with increased strength, stamina, intelligence and height. Their bodies evolved to resist and adapt to the planet's hostile conditions. Before that they suffered decades of death and hardship due to the planet's hostile environment, illnesses, starvation, and mass deaths were commonplace. Most of these first-generation colonists died only shortly after their arrival on the surface, with many, many more to follow. It is not until the second generation showed progress but it was the third generation that finally are genetically adapted to the environment, becoming biologically stronger than regular humans.

After incredibly unfair trade rates enforced by local planets, Avantine was hit by a major economic depression, leading to widespread poverty and famine across the planet leading to mass food riots and more, which led the residents to declare war on one another and embark on an endless cycle of brutal attacks. After 200 years of endless fighting, with no true sign of help or possible peace, the Arkadian leadership decided to unite the factions under one government instead of allowing the people to destroy themselves, with a city-state council containing representatives from most of the factions and corporations.

One of the things that made the planet that they now stood on was its abundant mining resources and other metals but there was one unique metal that was valuable in the Arkadian Mining industry that didn't exist on Terra or any other planet, it was a vital resource used in the Arkadian Corporations. This rare metal was formed due to the radiation of the planet and soon in the underground laboratories of corporations a more refined metal and a more unstable byproduct. The corporations at first stored it in deep underground but after a long time, an enormous earthquake damaged it, which soon led to a massive cave collapse burying everything in it. That was where the metal was found after only about 200 years.

After it was found the discovery was taken over by many corporations to use in their mass amounts of weapons and manufactured goods. It was later combined and further processed with the metal to form a new metal known as Petruzim, a new and more efficient metal. It was used by the Arkadian Government and it became a highly sought-after metal for many corporations that worked around the planet, it has been described as one of the most durable metals known to man.

## The Arkadian Military

The origins of the main military force of the Arkadian Empire can be traced to the security force of the corporations when they took power and slowly evolved into a very well-armed force of heavy infantry. The Arkadian Military is centered around the concepts of stealth and speed, preferring outmanoeuvring their enemies, hit-and-run attacks guerrilla tactics and subterfuge. Even tho The Arkadian Military is centered around the concepts of stealth and speed and outmanoeuvring their enemies, through hit-and-run attacks it still can hold its own in a straight-up fight and can win against the average conventional combat unit. Its main weapons are automated assault war machines and elite and elite heavy shock tactics. Its lightly armoured vehicles are usually run by infantry in order to conceal their mechanized nature in the field. However, due to the terrain of the planet, the Arkadian forces use a lot of hover tech in order to fight in and around terrain that makes mechanised transport methods a major disadvantage but also has tracked and wheeled vehicles.

The armoury of the Arkadian Military consists primarily of lightly armoured, fast vehicles with average and heavy firepower, which can outmanoeuvre and flank the opponent's armoured units. Long-range weaponry is also prevalent, including missile launchers or large caliber artillery designed to deliver immense amounts of punishment to the opponent without exposing themselves to heavy return fire. Standard infantry support is provided by the drones, mechs from the mobile armour battalions and the atmospheric ships of the Arkadian Air Force, as well as various vessels.

Secrecy is one of the keys in the Arkadian Military. For this reason, espionage is very high on the list of core values of the Army, though the spies they send into the enemy lines are to be referred to as "Spectres" rather than "spies". Spectres are considered a key component to the formation of the Arkadian military due to their infiltration ability and their experience in dealing with the "Roadblocks" of the planet. Though their true mission is kept secret from the general populace and never seen in public, they perform it in the field for the Arkadian government.

## Weapons Used By Arkadian Corporate Security Forces

### UVSMP-90 "Little Black Box"

The standard Pistol of the Arkadian Corporate Security Forces with 2 variants the first version is the FDL2 or the "Stinger". It is similar to a bolter round with high explosive filling it and is rocket propelled but the thing that makes it different and interesting is that it is a charged shot as in it degrades and decays ceramite armour on a micro-scale at a rapid rate. It can be fired in either single-shot or dual-trigger fire. The second is the FDL2A which fires a yellow plasma bolt but what makes it different other than the colour of regular lasguns is that it also decays and degrades ceramite armour on a macro-scale at a rapid rate and upon the concentrated fire and on its max charge.

### GURX-78MP

The Standard Battle Rifle of the Arkadian Corporate Security Forces with 3 variants. The first variant is the GURX-78MPF, similar to the FDL2 or the "Stinger" It still fires a projectile similar to a bolter round with high explosive filling it and is rocket-propelled and still fires a charged shot as in it degrades and decays ceramite armour on a micro-scale at a rapid rate. The second variant GURX-78MP3 also fires a yellow plasma bolt that also decays and degrades ceramite armour on a macro-scale at a rapid rate and upon concentrated fire or on its max charge. The third variant GURX-78ARK fires an ark charge projectile in a tesla like pattern at a high velocity and still degrades and decays ceramite.

## Arkadian Navy

An military branch of the Arkadian military. It was founded after the need to defend convoys and the need for help in both of those operations arose. The Arkadian Navy is made up primarily of various types of ships and also of various crafts. Even tho it is small in numbers it has maintain high quality of their ships and vessels many victories over larger navies as well as other factions. It has its own navy line, which trains and prepares its ships to defend Arkadia from the Arkadian borders and advance into hostile territory. One of its main principles in military operations is how to handle potential threats. The Arkadian Navy is also the home of the Arkadian StarVicounts a crewed floating fortress that has been converted to serve as a combat vessel.

Types Of Ships/Void Craft

Icarus Class Corvette

The Icarus Class Corvette is a small, heavily armed multi-purpose craft used by corporations government officials and other private interests. Its is a modular design to allow for easy reconfiguration and heavy modifications from a cargo ship into a warship even to a command ship in some instances. It is designed to operate, against a variety of medium and smaller targets it is fitted with multiple weapon hardpoints, AA weapons, some medium or light Anti ship guns or even missiles and can be switched out for others.

Aurora Class Frigate

The Aurora Class Frigate is an oracle class of frigates, designed to support larger fleets by providing an escort for those smaller ships that tend to go on scouting missions or take other actions as directed by captains. Although an oracle has a focus on providing protection for smaller ships it is also versatile in its utility, being fitted with various weapon hardpoints, and even in some cases, vehicle mounting points or loading docks. It is small enough to fit one full squadron. The Aurora is fairly fast and highly maneuverable and has a very large cargo bay. The Aurora is also equipped with weapons that would usually find themselves in capital ships.

Arc Class Cruisers

The Arc Class Cruisers are larger ships, designed primarily for support of larger fleets and larger vessels. They can dock several other smaller vessels to increase its capabilities and range in offensive operations. It is large enough to be mistaken for a heavy cruiser. However, it is primarily used for escort duties and heavy transport. Even tho they are meant for escort duties and heavy transport they are not defenceless they are armed with multiple point defence cannons and missile launchers, as well as several other weapon hardpoints and it even has small mounts for tanks and small trucks to help with transport tasks. One of it's most popular modification package is the Cabal modification package which includes a ship more AA guns, able to use heavier weaponry, increased weapon hard points. increase capacity and shielding.

Archer Class Frigate

Archer Class Frigates are small and fast ships, typically used for scouting or control of smaller areas and fleet escorts. They are also able to carry a small company of troops for defence. They are most popular for light scouting and protection of fleets. They are usually fitted with weapons for anti-air and anti-ship protection. The speed of the ship also allows for quick manoeuvres and counterattacks especially with its missile launchers.

Alicorn Class DreadCarrier

The Alicorn Class DreadCarrier are a hybrid of a dreadnought and a carrier. Only 6 have been known to be built, and are currently active. They carried a vast arsenal of advanced weapons and defence systems, multiple heavy weapon hardpoints and anti air systems including a massive charged kinetic cannon or a “Behemoth”. It can carry up to 225 manned aircraft and 500 unmanned aircraft . Its most notable modification is the addition of a cloaking system capable of shutting off any light or communications systems. A Shadow System was also included, which enables the ship to remain hidden.

Bastion Class Battleship

The Bastion Class Battleship is a modified variant of the Alicorn Class DreadCarrier with a reduced hangar space which are replaced with more armour, shielding and weapons placements along with that, it's "Behemoth" cannon is heavily modified. It is capable of firing a much higher power then its last modification, whilst it still retains its standard calibre and charge.

The Viscount class battleship

The Viscount class battleship is the most common battleship currently in service by the Arkadian Navy. It's size is slightly larger than a cruiser but is and is often mistaken for a heavy cruiser due to its size It was first built during the Empire of Arkadia's era as an attempt to counter larger fleets. It can, when ordered by the commander, be modified and made into a command ship, or even a small carrier. They are among the more recent types of vessels, produced and designed by Kestrel Shipyards.

The Borealis class cruiser

The Borealis class cruiser is a special type of cruiser as its main purpose is to halt enemy retreats including going into the warp along with being able to pull ships out of the warp. If the ship keeps trying to escape using the warp it's navigator will be in constant pain and agony and if not stop will imminently suffer permanent brain damage. The ship is not defenceless as it is well armed for a ship, but it still needs a small escort fleet to compensate.

## Arkadian Air Force

The Arkadian Air Force is Another branch of the Arkadian military. It was also founded along with the Arkadian Navy to defend and escort Arkadia's colonies and Fleets. Their official mission is to protect the borders of Arkadia and work closely with the Arkadian navy. Tho small compared to the other branches the quality of the Arkadian Air Force is very high. They are often the best-equipped and disciplined of any of Arkadia's military branches. The Arkadian Air Force has some branches that are based in Arkadia but do patrol the territory as well. Most experienced pilots of the Arkadian Air Force are Veterans of the Arkadian Civil War from all sides of the conflict. They can be identified by wearing patches with the inscription "Aero Dominatus".

## Arkadian Ministry Of Internal Security

The Arkadian Ministry Of Internal Security is one of the two military branches that protects Arkadia's borders and to manage internal affairs. It was originally referred to as the Ministry of State Police and affairs. They kept their name after the civil war. It deals with law enforcement matters as well, as internal security.

After the civil war the ministry rebranded and reorganised by the new oligarchy goverment into the Arkadian Ministry Of Internal Security. Their new jobs are to enforce government policy internal and externally, enforcing and caring out internal security.

Not much is known about this new organisation. In recent news there have been some unconfirmed sighting of ministry agents out side of Arkadian borders. The description of the agents of the Ministry Of Internal Security are that they all appear to be around slightly taller hight of an the average human. They wear a black trench coat with either matching black or dark brown gloves, a wrist watch or pocket watch, a rose broach with swords of gold , a hat with a soft brim and indented crown and a porcelain or black or gold like mask covering face along with floral patterns and engravings but the black or gold variants are rarely seen as they are mainly used by higher ranks or even in come cases the agent might wear a vail or mask that covers the head along with the mask.

The thing that makes them unsettling is that they are able to blend in, appear and disappear in a crowd and can appear next to you in a blink of an eye or be in one of there iconic black custom vehicles without you noticing it. They are also well trained in unarmed combat , espionage, assassinations, and most types of warfare and can withstand or evade bolter or las fire.

## Major Arkadian Companies/Corporation

Bulwark Mining

Formed by Giovanni de Medici of house Medici. They made themselves known during Arkadian Empires rearmament. As a mining and manufacturing base. They supplied much of the tech and resources required by the Arkadian Government and a much needed power source for the Industrialisation of Arkadia.