Neo-Europe

### Capital

Berlin (2033-34)London (2034-2145; 2150-2274)Islamabad (de facto; 2145-46)Lahore (de facto; 2146-2150)

### Type of Government

Federal Constitutional Monarchy (2039-2090, as one-party state, 2090-2178; 2240-2274, as multi-party democracy), Presidential Republic (2033-39) Federal One-Party Socialist Republic (2144-50, as NESR)Military Dictatorship (2178-2240), Absolute Monarchy (2238-40), Unitary People's Dictatorship (2274-78)

### Head of State

Emperor (2039-2196; 2238-2274)President (2033-2039)Patriarch (2196-2138)Protector (2274-2278)

### Head of Government

Premier (2039-2178; 2239-2274)Supreme Marshal (de facto, 2278-2239)

## Statistics

### Population

2.3 Billion (2260)

**Neo-Europe**, officially the **United Commonwealths of Neo-Europe (UCNE),** previously **The Federal Empire of Neo-Europe,** briefly the **Neo-European Socialist Republic** and formerly the state of **Anglo-Prussia** and **Anglo-Germany,** was a state that encompassed western, southern and parts of eastern Europe, as well as the Maghreb, Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, Southern Africa and Central North America. From its inception in 2034, it served as one of the three Megastates of the world for two-and-a-half centuries before it was reorganised into the **Human Commonwealth** in 2278.

### The Wolfgangian Era, 2033-2088

#### Pre-Foundation

*Also see: 2020s and 2030s*

With Europe in tatters and economic turmoil due to the collapse of the European Union and other crises resulting from the Coronavirus Pandemic, Jurgen Oberhauser - known to the public as Wolfgang von Stuttgart - formed a new Political Party: the Optimatium Party in Germany, with a British branch forming shorlty after. Furthermore, and despite its Germanic supremacy, the party soon amassed allies throughout Europe, such as in Greece, under **Nicholas Korais**.

With growing support, in 2033 Wolfgang and his supporters staged a coup in Germany against the military government, becoming **Herr President**. This was subsequently legitimised in several elections, though each was more restrictive than the last Meanwhile, support for the Optimatium Party continued to grow in Britain, whose government sought closer relations with Wolfgang's Germany. Following manipulations on the part of Wolfgang, the two nations signed the **Act of Union** (2034) which organised the two nations as a single entity. This was subsequently known as **Anglo-Germany.** By 2039, Wolfgang, already making Anglo-Germany a one-party state, further consolidated his position by declaring himself **Emperor,** a move which he legitimised through a referendum. His paternal figure and ally of nearly 20 years, Adam Bronstein, became the **Premier of Anglo-Germany**, a position which acted as the head of government and the Emperor's representative. The new nation saw instability, however. Resistance was encountered through popular protest and, notably, British **General Carrington**'s attempt to overthrow Wolfgang, though Carrington subsequently exiled himself to France.

Following a vote in Germany, Anglo-Germany became known as **Anglo-Prussia**.

#### Intervention in Europe

Meawnhile, many nations in Europe were becoming increasingly unstable, especially France, which erupted into a civil war. There were two main sides: **The Integrationists,** who wished to unite with Anglo-Prussia, and the **Nationalists,** who desired to remain independent, mainly citing the downfall of the EU as to why national unions do not work, as well as wishing to maintain France's republicanism and not be subjucated by a foreign Emperor. Eventually Anglo-Prussia decided to intervene following debates in parliament over whether to accept France. A conclusion was reached that Anglo-Prussia should be expansionist, and allow other nations to join their union should they wish, but strictly on their terms - this policy served as a precursor of the **Anglo-German Supremacy**. They supported the integrationalists, giving supplies and eventually troops, though the declining **USA** sent troops to the nationalists. Around this time, the exiled General Carrington allied with the Nationalists but was killed in a shell explosion. The US, due to near-collapse back home, eventually withdrew from the war, paving the way for the Integrationists' victory. Many nationalists left the nation. The Treaty of Strasbourg stipulated that only metropolitian France would be integrated, with French-overseas territories remaining independent, under the continued control of the French government. France proper was admitted into Anglo-Prussia as an autonomous territory. The exiled French government set up in French Guyana, which eventually became a nation in its own right, although the French immigrants overpowered the nativeinhabitants and quickly establish themselves as being in power, and would soon claim the Treaty of Strasbourg as unjust and coveted metropilitian France.

The 2043 Treaty of Paris reaffirmed France's position as a state in its own right within the nation: now named Neo-Europe. It would be a federation. Furthermore, the Treaty of Paris admitted several other nations, most notably Ireland (forming the new state of **Britannia-Eire** with Britain) and the **Benelux Federation**, which was partitioned between **Francia**, **Prussia**, and the new state of Frisia.

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Meanwhile in Italy, Neo-Fascist and Roman Empire fanatic Caesar **Ernesto Mussolini** takes power and establishes the New Roman Empire, known as **Nuovo Romia** and quickly invades Austria. Several nations soon ally with Nuovo Romia, including the typically neutral Switzerland. When Mussolini organises an invasion into the Balklans, Wolfgang offers to defend these nations on the condition that when the conflict is over, they join Neo-Europe. Reluctantly, the nations accept and the Caesar's forces are driven back. Mussolini's home is raided and he is lynched by vigilantes. Italy, Switzerland, Liechtenstein and Austria all join Neo-Europe too.

Rebellion in Poland causes issues; it soon spills over in Belarus and Ukraine. Nations, mainly the recently established Socialist State of Russia, squabble over this land and take the eastern regions. Neo-Europe secures much of Poland as well as western Balarus and the Ukrainian state of Odessa (note that no fighting took place between Neo-Europe and Russia).

Seeing the glory of Neo-Europe, most other European states agree to join, such as all three on the Iberian Peninsula, and central Europe.

The Pan-Arabic Act paves the way for northern Africa to be admitted.

In 2049, Monaco peacefully joined Neo-Europe, integrating with the state of Francia.

#### Forming Relations With the Superstates

The Prussians eagerly want the state of **Kaliningrad**, which fell into the hands of the Nordic Council, and subsequently Nordica, once Russia was unable to support the exclave. Rejecting monetary deals, Premier Powell offers to trade **Morocco** and a portion of **Belarus**; Nordica reluctantly accepts. The territory is renamed **Königsberg** and becomes a province of Prussia - which now very closely resembles pre-1914 Germany.

Despite hostilities with the new communist superstate of GUASS, relations are relatively stable; they even ally in invading both North America and India in the 2050s. From this invasion, various dependencies are set up

Neo-Europe invades Turkey and eventually seizes Istabnbul and surrounding regions, renaming it Constantinople and granting it special status. At the same time, an invasion of Greece is attempted but only the eastern coast and several islands are successfully captured, meaning instead of a new state, these Greek regions become part of Romia. Only three years later, the Greek government applies to join Neo-Europe, seeing it as beneficial, forming the state of Grecia. Soon after, Cyprus is integrated into Neo-Europe.

#### Anarchist Crisis

*Main article Anarchist Crisis*

GUASS reports issues by the border of an anarchist uprising; this soon spreads into **Neo-Europe** and Nordica. Several members of government of Trans-Poland are found to be involved in the conspiracy, including governor **Lena Novaska**, who is later executed. **Premier Powell** orders several restrictions, including a curfew, to combat the anarchy, as elsewhere, protests were seen in several major cities, including London, Berlin and Barcelona.

The Federal Cabinet see it as an opportunity to declare a civil war and crush the anarchists; Wolfgang instead chooses to wait out and not declare anything official, threatening to sack the entire cabinet. They soon listen to their Emperor and the situation eventually improves by 2059.

#### The Three Glorious Decades

The roughly thirty years between 2058 and 2088 were a period of progress and stability for Neo-Europe, following the rapid recovery from the Anarchist Crisis. GDP continued to increase, and anti-Wolfgang rebellions died down, with those that remained turning non-violent and willing to reform *within* Neo-Europe instead of disbanding the union.

Premier Gruber causes some controversy when allegations surface of sexual abuse; the Emperor forces him to resign.

Much of Africa is partitioned between the three superstates, with Neo-Europe taking much of the East and South; forming several Dependencies.

Religion is completely severed from the state when Wolfgang abolishes the title of Pope, among other things, in his **2067 De-centralisation of Religion Act**. He reminds everyone that religion can still be freely practiced, though any link with the state no longer exists. This marks Neo-Europe becoming a completely Secular nation.

The Economy reaches new highs, with GDP reaching second in the world, only behind GUASS, though it managed to surpass it for several years in the 2070s.

The Wolfgangian Era ends on 9 August 2088 when Emperor Wolfgang died in his sleep. His son, Franz, took over.

### The Franzian and Oliverian Era, 2088-2141; 2141-45

#### The First Amendment

Franz inherits a strongly conservative but divided Optimatium Party, as well as a border dispute in South America with Nordica. Coming close to war, the dispute is eventually settled; this ensures nearly a century of an alliance with Nordica.

Franz, who was much more progressive than his father, repealed several articles of the Constitution and introduced the **First Ammendment,** removing limits on forming other political parties and eligibility to run for Premier. An election immediately follows in 2090 with the left-of-centre Social Democratic Union (SDU) gaining a majority of the public vote, forcing Optimatium Premier Powell to resign and **Giovanna Ricci** to take his place, becoming the youngest, first female and first Romian Premier of Neo-Europe. Closely supported by Emperor Franz, she arranges sweeping reforms, including further representational changes - such as dividing the state of Britannia-Eire into the separate states of Britannia and Eire, and introducing the state of Catalonia.

All twelve members Emperor's Advisory Council resign in protest following these moves by Franz, stating he fails to uphold his father's legacy. He quickly replaces them with more progressive and supportive individuals.

The 2090s see progress with Neo-Europe's Space missions, including their first manned mission to Mars in 2096

#### Rise of the National Party

While the SDU was popular, 2105 onwards saw a massive renewal of appreciation for the culture of Europe, patriotism and conservatism. This cumulated in the National Party's victory in the 2110 elections. The charismatic Greek Alexander Mikos became **Premier** and he introduced a lot of pro-Neo-European policies and they became more interventionist and expansionist again, notably in the **Second Turko-Neo-European War** and assisting **GUISS** in their **Maoist** **rebellion**. Unfortunately, this period saw an increase in Slavic nationalism, notably in the terrorist group Razem, which shadowed this era.

#### Civil War

*Main article Neo-European Civil War*

**Andrzej Morawiecki,** Governor of Trans-Poland, organised a referendum on the state's independence, despite objections from the Premier that it was unconstitutional. This was made worse by the result; overwhelming support for independence. When the Federal Government rejected the result, Morawiecki eventually declared independence anyway, as the Slavic Republic, with massive support of the Regional Government and Trans-Poles overall. This angered the Federal Government, who declared war on the rebel state. Soon, other Slavic states of Neo-Europe joined, notably Czechoslovakia and Slavo-Balkia, as well as the non-slavic nation of Wallachia-Moldova.

This is made worse by unrest in both Maghrebia, which declares indepedence, and in the Indian Dependencies, which saw general unrest for a time. In 2121, **Mikos** is assassinated and Alois Carron is named his successor.

Some issues are quickly resolved - Maghrebia accepts surrender and the Indian rebellions die down. Morawiecki is assassinated by a squad of secret agents in retaliation of Mikos' own murder.

The War cumulates in the Slavic Republic's plan to attack Berlin, which seriously backfires when they are pushed back to Warsaw and are forced to surrender according to the **Treaty of Cracaw,** which forbids independence as well as participation in elections for twenty years.

#### The Rise of Republicanism

When the National Party falls short of a victory, they are forced to form a coalition with the Environmentalists and Republicans. A condition of the Republicans on their support was to hold a referendum on the continuation of the monarchy, which the party accepted. Ultimately, the public vote to preserve the monarchy, angering many republicans and prompting some protests in several major cities. This continued, but a response was a greater fear of republicanism as well as the growing fear of Communism, existing ever since the end of the Civil War.

Relations soured with GUISS in the 2130s, but blossomed with the Realm, especially Nordica. After initially accepting an agreement that would tolerate Communism proposed by GUISS General Secretary Myron Kuzmenko, Premier Carron eventually decided to reject it and sided with Nordica, creating their own pact that would ensure mutual support in the event of a war.

The Communist Party and ideology was eventually banned as it was seen as a danger. However, this had several consequences, including an eventual infiltration of the Republican Party by Communists, further radicalising their ideology.

Relation soured further, including Neo-Europe being wrongly accused of killing several GUISS ministers at Krivoy Rog. Foreign Secretary Catherine Van Helsing was sent to negotiate with GUISS and defend her nation's innocence. Eventually, Neo-Europe was cleared of charges.

The rise of republicanism was further seen in their victory in both the Commons and Premiership elections of 2140. They had the largest number of seats and the leader of the Republican Party, Oscar Murphy, became Premier. The National Party declared the result fraudulent.

When **Emperor Franz** died in 2141,his son, Oliver, became Emperor. This only quickened the republican movement as he was much more unpopular and scandalous than his father. Hs coronation saw an assassination attempt, and soon after the Republican government tried to abolish the monarchy. He even stormed the Commons to prevent this. To combat the republicans, the National party and several other parties, including the Fascists and Christian Voice, formed the **Monarchist Bloc** as a united opposition against the Republicans.

After several years of trouble, Premier Murphy eventually used article 43 to declare that the Emperor was unfit to rule, and merged the offices of Premier and Emperor. This became known as the **Silent Revolution,** and soon after he reorganised **Neo-Europe** into the **Neo-European Socialist Republic**, known as NESR. Fortunately, much of the territories out of Europe, as well as the states of Prussia, Francia, Frisia and Magyarus, managed to use the secessionist clause and quickly reform as the 'rightful' Neo-Europe. The National Party Leader, Catherine Van Helsing, became de-facto Premier and Emperor Oliver, having seen he was becoming unpopular, abdicated in favour of his daughter Elaine.

### World War

*Main article World War Three*

War was declared on the morning of 8 May 2145 when NESR troops invaded the Francian city of Nice. Immediately, Neo-Europe declared war on NESR and GUISS, with Nordica following soon after.

The war was fought around Neo-Europe and the world, with the main fronts being Francia, Eastern Europe, and especially later, Britannia, although fighting was also seen across India, the Maghreb and America.

After a long war, NESR is overwhelmed and London liberated; soon after GUISS surrenders with the peace settlement authenticated with the **Treaty of Moscow.** For Neo-Europe, this sees their acquisition of several GUISS territories - Persia, the rest of India, Oman, as well as their satelites in space.

#### Reconstruction

Caretaker Premier Catherine Van Helsing is officially elected, bringing forward the policy of Reconstruction, aiming to repair the damage caused during the war and to further modernise Neo-Europe. Some constitutional reforms are seen, such as the creation of distinct Commonwealths, and the admission of Turkestan as a formal part of Neo-Europe.

#### The Fight Against Terror

Unfortunately, with the Communist threat gone, the void paves way for a new threat: religious extremism. Spearheaded by Judeo-Christian group Sanctorum, headed by Sebastian Bauer, who also claims the title of Pope, Neo-Europe sees numerous acts of terror. This also leads to similar attacks from other groups, especially among muslims.

This cumulates with several similar attacks in Nordica, leading to the decision to extradite Bauer from French Guyana to punish him from his crimes. When Nordica presses the hermit state, they are reluctantly given permission to take Bauer. However, they discover him close to death following an attempted suicide, although he is given treatment to make him survive. He is jointly prosecuted by Neo-Europe and Nordica; it is agreed he will spend the rest of his life at Verritarin Prison.

Some attacks continue well beyond this, including an attempt to liberate Bauer.

#### ScavraVirus and Economic Troubles

*Also see Scavravirus Pandemic*

When a new illness is detected in India, it rapidly spreads around the Indian Commonwealth and, later, Neo-Europe. Despite restrictions being imposed, millions become infected and close to two million die. Perhaps even more serious is the resulting economic turmoil, seeing mass-unemployment and poverty, showing Neo-Europe's economic system had serious flaws that were previously overlooked. With collapse imminent, Premier Miliband reluctantly imposed **Martial Law**, with military assistance given by **Marshal Ekrim Tekin.** This does not last long.

### The Tekinian Era (2178-2237)

#### Tekin's Coup

Within a month of the declaration of Martial Law, Tekin stages a coup against Miliband, killing him in cold blood and claiming authority thanks to the powers given to him through Martial Law. He becomes ***Supreme* Marshal** and effective leader of Neo-Europe. This day would be later known as the **Night of Treachery.**

Nations grew afraid of Neo-Europe, and tensions grew when Nordican officials were prohibited from leaving Verratarin Prison. When they did, they noticed all prisoners had been removed, emerging in Berlin, where their executions, including Bauer's, were televised.

#### Consolidation of Tekin

Fearing his power could be taken away just as easily as he gained it, Supreme Marshal Tekin sought ways to consolidate his hold on Neo-Europe. The Stuttgart Dynasty, including Empress Elaine, are placed on house arrest, first at their official residence of Koniglich Palace in London, before being moved to White Dacha, in Trans-Poland. Furthermore, most political opponents were rallied up, later seen on a grander scale in his Purges of the early 2180s. Former Premiers Konstantin Smirnov and Benito Brossi were exiled to America, and thousands were executed.

As expected, Neo-Europe's national relations immediately suffered. While in GUISS, some politicians may have had some praise for Tekin, they were still weary. More serious were the concerns of Nordica, who also had to deal with the influx of millions of refugees from Neo-Europe as well as directly oppose Tekin's regime on the global stage.

When Empress Elaine is euthanized, Tekin agrees to give her a state funeral; the Stuttgarts are permitted to leave White Dacha for London. There, however, the two-year old Prince Franz is taken from the royals; Tekin later states 'it is in [his] interest to raise the boy.' He would later be married to one of Tekin's own daughters, Emine.

#### Clones

Controversially, Tekin announced the start of his cloning programme. Such experiments were forbidden by law before his coup, due to ethical concerns, of which Tekin immediately repealed. People grew curious when he announced a 'Near-genetically perfect individual' had been found to be the template for the clones, later turning out to be himself. Concerns grew internationally over the human rights of the clones - they were castrated shortly after birth, strictly prohibited from marriage or any sort of relationship, and were not by any means considered citizens, with their primary purpose being soldiers and to do work too unsafe for humans. When thousands are killed in a mining accident in the Himalayas, the programme is condemned at home and abraod, seeing the start of **the Human Rights Renaissance.**

When a group rebelled on a residential centre for the clones in the Falklands, several Realm states became involved following a vote. The clones were led by **Attila** and had support from the South American militant group **Espejismo.** The losses were catastrophic on both sides, with thousands of clones killed and Tekin presumed dead (although he is later revealed to have never arrived in the Falklands, that being an earlier clone. The real Tekin was residing in a Turkestani bunker). Several clones, including Attila, flee to Realm States, where it is discovered, due to poor genetic splicing, clone lifespans are significantly less than humans, with issues arising as early as the 20s. Nordica sees efforts to reduce these problems. Due to these genetic issues, as well as the embarrassment caused by the crisis, Tekin announces the termination of the cloning programme (although privately, further efforts will continue well into the 2230s and beyond).

In officialising his rule, Tekin sees that the titles of the Stuttgarts are formally abolished, and gives himself the title of **Patriarch,** the formal Head of State. He also remains Supreme Marshal.

#### Space Race

In the early 23rd century, Tekin saw it as paramount to modernise Neo-Europe to the levels seen in Nordica. Experts evaluate that Neo-Europe is some 30 years behind Nordica technologically, with serious limitations in space travel, with sub-par bases and very few residing there, compared to vast cities by Nordica (although they are still far ahead of the efforts of GUISS). To do this, much of the national budget is dedicated to space exploration, with scientists being tasked with improving the technology.

Missions included: **Titania**, a Moon of Uranus, where the mineral **Sidusium** was discovered, **Europa,** a moon of Jupiter, where the first alien life was encountered, **Callisto,** another moon of Jupiter, which became an important base for Neo-Europe, and, importantly, the Space Cruisers **Tekin** and **Hayat** went into deep space to search for other planets to harbour life, with Tekin's journey undetermined and Hayat's set for the Proxima Centurai system.

This period saw extensive competition with Nordica, who subsequently sent their own vessel, Hagall, to Proxima too, and they upped their own missions on Mars and the Moon.

Seeing threats of either alien invasions or threats from Nordica, a new military division, the **Cosforce,** was created, for any potential warfare in space.

#### Turning a New Leaf

Tekin seemed to be changing. He gave into pressures for some sort of democratic representation, despite his own personal objections, forming the **National Assembly**, where people could be elected to represent the populace. However, very shortly, tensions between the Assembly and Tekin grew, cumulating in Tekin's decision to suspend the Assembly and execute his second-in-command, **Lieutenant-Marshal Ghislaine Fabron.**

Some gains were seen in the space colonies - they were given some form of representation through the election of Directors, Administrators, etc. A notable one was Cassia Tstatsos.

And so, as a whole, the military dictatorship continued.

#### War in Space

*see the Great Interplanetary War Article*

**Tsatsos,** as Martian Director, declared independence from Neo-Europe, with several other colonies (namely Titania) declaring independence soon after, forming the **Confederation of Extraterrestrial Human Settlements,** or **CEHN.** Tekin grew furious at this and immediately stated he would retaliate, sending Cosforce Troops to prevent chaos. Tsatsos fought back hard, reaching the Moon and above the Earth.

Finally letting their anger out at Tekin, several Realm States joined the War on CEHN's side but were unable to successfully overpower the Cosforce. When Tekin directed a massive nuclear weapon towards Mars that would likely destroy all life on the planet and obliterate the surface,, the Realm threatened something even more destructive against Neo-Europe. Tekin backed out, not bombing Mars, although the bomb itself would later be detonated above the planet when the vessel carrying it was hijacked by CEHN agents.

Tekin caused immeasurable distress on Titania, by managing to damage the oxygen filters, meaning the residents would eventually run out of breathable air. While they managed to regain control of the mechanisms, thousands had perished and the base was overall a lot weaker.

The Realm soon withdrew, causing international embarrassment and weakening CEHN's position.

A final battle above the Earth took place, involving huge ships on both sides. CEHN Ship Adelfi crashed onto Earth, with the Flagship, **Olympus,** surrendering shortly after. Despite this, CEHN leaders, including Tsatsos, managed to flee in a secret and incredibly fast vessel now known as 'Last Hope. The Cosforce soon lost contact with it, with Tsatsos et al. being classified as dead, although Tekin was convinced she would return to kill him.

#### The Great Cultural Shift and Construction Projects

Perhaps due to Tekin's advanced age and declining cognitive state, he ordered a new and unusual 'Cultural Shift' that saw the removal or vandalism of various important landmarks, ranging from the Eiffel Tower, to the Taj Mahal, and even Mount Rushmore (replaced with an impression of his own visage). As for the Colosseum, this was an interesting case, as instead of being destroyed, Tekin ordered it to be restored. This was the start of new, daring construction projects, like the two-kilometre tall '*Ekrim Tower*' (eventually realised as *Miliband Tower).*

Many began to see this new, impulsive Tekin as dangerous, so many assassination attempts were carried out - among them one by one of his own sons, and another by a loyal guard. This, in turn, caused Tekin to become more paranoid, ordering more executions for suspected assassins, as well as forced resignations of bodies like the Supreme Military Council. This period also saw medical advancements, in the hope of keeping Tekin alive. Many attempts were carried out, ranging from cybernetics, further cloning, and even a transfer of consiousness. In their current state, none were successful enough for Tekin's liking.

#### Death of Tekin

In July 2237, Tekin delivered one final, emotional, bombastic speech, demanding humanity to unify - *under him -* to welcome the new age of space exploration. This made the world clearly see how unstable and egocentric Tekin became, and other leaders acted - expectedly - very negatively to his demands. Only several weeks later did he finally die aged 107, with new technology unable to save him. His body was cryogenically preserved, and his consciousness was successfully copied - although it was not given to a host just yet, and this remained incredibly secret, with his successors set out by his Will not even knowing. The Death of Tekin caused a period of instability across Neo-Europe, with plenty of infighting and other struggles.

### Period of Distress (2237-2239)

#### Tekin's Will

Following Tekin's death, his political will and testament was released, as per his instructions. It ordered for his adopted son, Franz, to be given the role of Patriarch, with the opportunity to become Emperor if he wished, and the military title of Supreme Marshal was to be granted to Mariana Sanchez. The two did not get along, and it was a difficult few months. Sanchez saw Franz as even more extreme than Ekrim Tekin, which prompted her to offer compromises to the people of Neo-Europe.

#### Sanchez's Execution

The compromises that Sanchez offered greatly angered Franz, who, using his authority, declared himself Emperor and executed Sanchez. also replacing her as Supreme Marshal. Thsi move triggered further instability throuhgout Neo-Europe, with most military leaders beginning to lose confidence in Franz.

#### The Escape at White Dacha

Meanwhile, the royals still at White Dacha planned an escape; only Wilhelmina succeeded, with others being caught, imprisoned back in the Dacha as they were scorched alive on Franz's orders, thereby killing most of the prominent Stuttgart dynasty. Wilhelmina fled, in secrecy, but was eventually found and wished to meet her estranged brother. Franz accepted, though imprisoned her soon after.

#### Death of Franz II

Emperor Franz grew far too overconfident both publicly and personally, and this behaviour proved to be his downfall. While visiting his sister, imprisoned within Koniglich Palace, he began to sexually assault her. Though tired, Wilhelmina overpowered him, strangling the Emperor with her bare hands. With the Emperor dead, power fell into the hands of his wife, Tekin's daughter, Emine.

#### Emine Tekin's Rule

Emine fought hard to keep her power in her short tenure as ruler, blocking her own sons from seizing it as well as many military figures. In her time, she enacted policies aimed at reversing much of her father's work and organised an election to be held imminently. Likewise, sanctions placed on Nordica were reversed. These moves caused many Neo-Europeans who settled in Nordica to return to their home nation, political activist Ernest Jackson among them, who announced his intention to run as Premier.

A resistance began to be formed against rival generals taking power in other areas of Neo-Europe, who were quickly defeated. With Wilhelmina on the throne, Emine Tekin respectfully left office, handing all of her power to Wilhelmina and renouncing her sons' claims to the throne.

### Wilhelmina's Rule (2239-2274)

As opposed to her predescessors, the newly crowned Empress Wilhelmina decided her political involvement would be an absolute minimum, becoming only a figurehead. Despite this, the period between Tekin's reigns continues to be referred to as the Wilhelminian Period by historians. Alternatives exist, however, including the now often-used **Inter-Tekin Period.**

### Corrective Period

The first true elections in over 60 years occurred in 2239, seeing lifelong campaigner and independent politician, the previously exiled Ernest Jackson, be elected to Premiership, with his Vice-Premier being Maud Rutte, great-granddaughter of former Premier Catherine Van Helsing. While much of Tekin's family fled for the nations of Arabia and French Guyana, much of those that remained were tracked down and imprisoned, with some exceptions. Emine Tekin was given a full pardoning by the new Empress Wilhelmina for her efforts, and for many, charges were not dropped as they did not actually commit any crimes. Some were part of a secret programme that saw the Tekins be given new identities, preventing further action from citizens.

#### 2240 Human Rights Act

The 2240 Human Rights act was a substantial act of progress in Neo-Europe, serving as the core example of Jackson's progressive policies. It reversed much of Tekin's restrictions on human rights, and introduced others never before seen in Neo-Europe, notably the legalisation of same-sex marriage and the legal recognition of transgender people.

Due to his advanced age and seeing stability return to Neo-Europe, Ernest Jackson resigned as Premier in 2243, being replaced with his Vice Premier, Maud Rutte. She continued much of his policies.

#### Scientific Progress

Developments in sceince greatly continued throughout the 2240s, seeing serious advancements in **Artificial Intelligence**, with the creation of the AI-lifeform **Apollo**, comparable to early versions of Nordica's Freya from the 2190s, as well as biological developments in **genetic modification,** including the start of GM cosmetics. It became more common to see parents choosing how their babies would look, with many cosmetic features available, even those unnatural to humans, such as differently coloured skin tones and eye colours. With this, the rate of natural births was at its lowest number ever. Attempts were made at looking at how to continue the human race if infertility was taken into account, with plans at making the 'perfect individual' taking place in this period, as well as looking at alternatives to natural conception.

#### Arrival of Cruiser Hayat

In 2253, Space Cruiser Hayat officially entered the Proxima System, although the mission soon suffers an array of issues. Regardless, Neo-Europe celebrates the great achievement. Many issues initially do not reach Earth due to the incredible distance and decades-old technology on Hayat.

The Hayat crew would be plagued by misfortunes which Neo-Europe would never learn about. They would eventually be kidnapped by a group of mysterious creatures, with one revealing itself as Cassia Tstatsos. These aliens, who named themselves Domolaki, would plague humanity for the decades to come.

The Cruiser Hayat itself later vanished, according to Neo-European transmitters, with its location indeterminable. Really, the Domolaki thrust the ship many light years away.

### Downfall

Despite escaping from Tekin's clutches, this period was not simply sucess after success. Rutte's successor, Lesedi Mabaso, while popular with the electorate, failed to gain the trust of the Commons and was unable to handle the many challenged thrown towards her. Order would slowly break down from the 2250s, including protests at surviving Tekin clones, chaos at international conferences and treachery at the highest levels of government.

#### The Spectre of Tekin

Despite Tekin's death, his legacy remained well-intact. The first sign was his youngest son, Felonius, gaining presidency of French Guyana in 2243, followed several years later by a clone claiming to be the reincarnation of Ekrim Tekin himself. Initially in Arabia, this Tekin would subsequently relocate to the Moon, from where he would manipulate the events of Neo-Europe over the coming years, in order to regain control of the country. Tekin would recruit a large following on the moon, including many scientists, who began to study the human genome in order to achieve immortality for Tekin. He offered himself to many experiments, altering his genetic structure and making him much more durable than the average human.

#### Deification

Tekin plagued religion and used it to his own advantage, breeding new sects such as Tarak Islam, with members causing disorder at Mecca in 2249. Some Christian priests began to preach that Tekin was the second coming of Christ. People who believed Tekin was something greater than human were estimated to be in their tens of millions by 2260, and only growing following then.

Felonius Tekin converted to Tarak Islam sometime in the 2250s. Mabaso and Felonius Tekin met in 2268; the two estranged siblings failed to compromise and Felonius only stressed his belief in his father as a God, as well as his faith in Tarak Islam.

#### Terror, Cults and Societies

A Tekin-obsessed cult, the Brotherhood of Tekin, began to cause a number of issues in this period. In 2252, they hacked government sites on the Unsernet. By 2254, the leaders of the cult joined with the clone claiming to be Tekin on the Moon. An infiltration of the govrernment led to the formation of the Tekin Bloc in the commons by 2258. Despite votes in the Commons in 2260 to prevent Tekinites from gaining office, the problem still remains. During Premier Jackson's funeral in 2263, Tekinites took to the streets of London and protested, arguing for the return of Tekin.

In 2264, a Tekinite terrorist cel assassinated Vice Premier Bernado Iancuni in their most serious attack yet. With an unsteady election, political newcomer Lesedi Mabaso gained the Premiership and promised to tackle the ongoing terror by the Tekinites. Not long into her Premiership, it is discovered that Mabaso was an illegitimate daughter of Tekin's, causing mistrust among the public and calls for her to resign. Yet, the Tekinites themselves saw Mabaso as a traitor for renouncing her 'family name' and acting against the interests of Tekin.

Another, much older secret society, seemingly acting in opposition to the 'Brotherhood of Tekin,' was soon discovered by Mabaso's government, named the Fellowship of the Radaints. This caused further mistrust, given their long existence and the possibility of them perverting the course of Neo-European, or even global, history since the 2020s. Dmitiri Milosovic was given the responsibility of discovering more of the mysterious organisation. Evidence is later found of even Wolfgang Von Stuttgart's involvement in the group.

#### Political Replacements

Due to his belief that Mabaos was not acting strictly enough against the Tekinite threat, Milosovic proposed to impeach the Premier, though she was later acquitted. While she would go on to narrowly win the 2269 election, mistrust and fracturing remained. Though, following a visit with GUISS dignitaries and a narrowly-avoided assassination attempt, Mabaso's popularity plummetted, worsened by an attack at the Senate, which she hastily agreed to suspend. With the Commons as the sole governing body, Milosovic saw the time being right to impeach Mabaso, which this time succeeded given the Senate was dissolved. In early 2271, he officially became Premier of Neo-Europe.

Elswhere, the Indian Premier Dheeran Thevar died in a suspected suicide and was replaced with his deputy, Urva Bangur in 2269. In 2273, the African Premier Nosibusio Vilkati died in a boating accident, with Domestic Minister Jamal Chuol. Other minor replacements occurred from the mid-2260s onwards, whetehr through death, election or resignation. When people began to see a pattern, it was too late.

#### Milosovic's Treachery and the Return of Tekin

Milosovic, would, however, be committing high treason while as Premier. He convened with Tekin himself in secret annual meetings, and made poor policy choices that would lay out the conditions for Tekin's return, notably denying additional forces in London, ultimately allowing a huge demonsration and terrorist attack to take place there in early 2274. On the other hand, he greatly punished a Neo-European rogue agent who fired missiles at Tekin's moonbase - despite the press naming him a hero for the act. In his final months as Premier, Milosovic grew incredibly unpopular for these reasons, but he stuck to the plan organised by Tekin himself.

Following several Tekinite attacks, Milosovic placed London on lockdown in late 2273, and in early 2274 delayed the scheduled Commons election due to the potential threat of interference. He then claimed the Empress was acting erratically due to her demands to have Milosovic removed from office; he enacted Article 47, claiming Wilhelmina was incapacitated and no longer fit for office, giving him full powers of the Emperor.

Publicly believing it was the only way to prevent further turtmoil, Milsovic invited Tekin to London to directly discuss the issues. He arrived soon after, revealing himself as a hooded, decayed creature due to the previous attack on his Moon Base. Following some brief discussions on the steps of the Premier's Office, they retreated inside into a private room, where they remained for hours, undisturbed. The Following morning, the two emerged, both claiming to have struck a deal. Milsovic asked the other Premiers if they consented to transfer their powers to him; they agreed. With the powers of all Premiers as well as the Empress, Milosovic then produced a writ. He gave the writ to Tekin, proclaimed joy at the future of Neo-Europe, then slit his own throat. Tekin walked towards the puddle of blood and read the writ, announcing Milosovic agreed to hand over the nation to Tekin due to the 'exceptional circumstances.' Soldiers fired at Tekin, but owing to his genetic modifications, he remained standing. Then, he made a triumphant speech celebrating his return and made several clarifications: the Brotherhood of Tekin was simply a front for the Fellowship of the Radiants, Milosovic was a Fellowship creation (as was, Tekin would clarify, the Scavravirus pandemic), and that Tekin later infiltrated and hijacked the organisation to use it for his own gains. Legally in power once again, Neo-Europe endured drastic change that reversed the progres of the past thirty-five years over a single day.

### Tekin's New Order

The twilight years of Neo-Europe were one of great change that signalled its transition into a brand new state. He revived the Cloning Programme to its largest size ever, gave himself the title of 'Supreme Protector of Humankind' and met with a reluctant GUISS in Hong Kong.

### Abolition

On 14 July 2278, Tekin announced that Neo-Europe had been abolished, and replaced with the Human Commonwealth, in a grand speech. He did this as, he claimed, the idea of Europe no longer existed. He emphasised the new nation as part of a new chapter of history, free of racial and ethnic prejudice - everyone was simply 'human.'

With that announcement, a nation that had persisted for almost two hundred and fifty years, in one form or another, was gone at the behest of a single deranged clone. Centuries of culture, history, experience were wiped out in the onslaught of Tekin's new ideology of pan-humanism. But, it was true. At the end, the nation no longer resembled the state created by the British-German imperialist known as Wolfgang Von Stuttgart. It was, first figuratively and now literally, a whole new country.

## Government

Neo-Europe was formally a Constitutional Monarchy, with the Premier acting as The Emperor's political representative.

### Federal Government

The Federal Government is the central body of governing and is responsible for the overall issues as well as representing Neo-Europe.

#### The Emperor

The Emperor is the unelected, hereditary head of state of Neo-Europe and has supreme authority, though he typically does not exert such power. He can, for instance, sign Executive Orders, dismiss officials and sentence or pardon criminals at will.

*The title is currently vacant and technically abolished due to Tekin's regime*.

#### The Emperor's Advisory Council

The Emperor's Advisory Council was a council of close, usually twelve, associates of the Emperor who would advise him on his actions - for example, if a bill had passed through the Commons and Senate, they would offer their opinions and advice to the Emperor.

#### The Premier

The Premier was the head of Government of Neo-Europe and was usually elected by public vote, though this not always the case (constitutionally this was at the Emperor's discretion). The Premier is the second most powerful individual in Neo-Europe and acts as the Emperor's personal representative. Such duties include general governance, representing the nation (on the Emperor's behalf) and day-to-day rule making. Restrictions on those eligible to become Premier (wherein they had to be male, over 35, British or Prussian and served in the Cabinet for at least five years) were removed as part of the First Amendment in 2189 by Emperor Franz.

#### The Cabinet

The Federal Cabinet is likewise the **Neo-European Cabinet,** though Representatives from the other Commonwealths attend meetings that are not specific to Europe. It is chaired by the **Premier.**

#### The Senate

The Senate is the upper house and consists of representatives from all six Commonwealths (and territories), with 150 Senators. The amount of **Senators** from a single state is capped at 20 but other than that, it is somewhat proportional to a state's population. The Senate has no formal leader, but is technically led by the Emperor and when he is not there, by the **Speaker of the Senate.** It is the highest level of authority in which representatives from every State collude.

Senators are typically unelected and positions are for life/until resignation, apart from specific circumstances such as criminal conviction, and in theory they can be dismissed by the Emperor, though he has never excised that right.

#### The Commons

The Commons, although never being representative of the whole of Neo-Europe, was the lower house of the Federal Government. The Commons of the Commonwealth of Neo-Europe has the same role. Across various changes, the Commons has accepted 500 to 800 **Deputies** throughout its history. They are elected in regions through a hybrid form of Proportional Representation and First Past the Post, with constituent seats, which are modified to more accurately fit the actual percentage of voters for each party.

### Commonwealth Government System

The Commonwealths each have a 'mini Federal' government that mirrors Neo-Europe's, and it is responsible for managing the collective issues of the member states.

#### The Premier of the Commonwealth

The Premier of the Commonwealth is an elected position and the five Premiers of India, Arabia, Africa, America and Turkestan are of equal status.

#### The Commonwealth Cabinet

The Cabinet is chaired by the Premier and also includes other individuals such as Treasurer, Home Minister, etc.

#### The Commons

The Commonwealth Commons are elective, legislative bodies that votes on issues that concern the whole Commonwealth.

## Commonwealths

Following reform prior to the Third World War, Neo-Europe began to divide portions into particular 'Commonwealths', answering decades of greater calls for autonomy. The first ones were India and Africa, both in the 2130s. Constitutional reform in the 2150s made every region, apart from Hong Kong, part of one of the Commonwealths.

In total, here were seven Commonwealths of Neo-Europe. The first five Comonwealths were made of states, while the other two were unitary autonomous regions. The Commonwealths were:

### The Commonwealth of Neo-Europe (2155-2274)

Containing the states of:

* Basque
* Britannia
* Catalonia
* Constantinople, Free City of
* Czechoslovakia
* Eire
* Francia
* Frisia
* Grecia
* Iberia
* Magyarus'
* Prussia
* Romia
* Slavo-Balkia
* Trans-Poland
* Turkia
* Wallachia-Moldova

### The Commonwealth of India (2135-2274)

Containing the states of:

* Bengal
* Dravidistan
* Hindustan
* Persia
* Punjab
* Tibet

### The Commonwealth of Africa (2136-2274)

Containing the states of:

* Abyssinia
* Namibiland
* Somaliland
* Tanganyika
* Zulia

### The Commonwealth of America (2155-2274)

Containing the states of:

* Greater Louisiana
* Patagonia
* The Falklands

### The Commonwealth of Arab and Maghrebi States (2154-2274)

Containing the states of:

* Egyptia
* Hejaz
* Levantia
* Oman
* Maghrebia

### The Extraterrestrial Commonwealth (Space) (2240-2274)

Unitary Commonwealth, made of all space colonies of Neo-Europe

Following Ekrim Tekin's clone takeover, all Commonwealths were nominally abolished as Neo-Europe entered a period of Tekin's 'personal rule' for its final four years of existence.

## Free Cities

Free Cities were associate territories with greater autonomy. There were four 'Free Cities,' though the definition and integration with the rest of Neo-Europe varied. For example, while Being a Free City, Constantinople still enjoyed the privileges of a typical state as part of the Commonwealth of Neo-Europe, such as admission to the Commons. Rather it was free due to its cultural significance and large population, instead of being bound to Grecia or Turkia. The other free cities enjoyed more independence, with Neo-Europe having little more than economic ties with them. Unlike typical states, they elected a President, with the exception of Mecca, who elected a Mayor.

The Free Cities are as follows:

Constantinople

Hong Kong

Jerusalem

Mecca

## Outer-Earth Territories

Also known as Space Colonies or Extraterrestrial Territories, these are inhabited regions of other bodies in the Solar System.

Neo-Europe has several colonies:

* 3 on the Moon: **Grisea**, **Charlemagne**, **Alqamar** (with a fourth in construction)
* 2 on Mars: **Alsada**, **Jagala** (with a third in construction), plus the Penal colony of **Majrim**
* 1 on Titania - **Buzlu**
* 1 on Callisto - **Tekinkara**

In addition, minor bases on Europa and Ceres also exist, though these are non-permanent and are not formally designated as territory, as well as several artificial satellites that orbit Earth, Mars, Jupiter and Uranus.

All territories were integrated as The Extraterrestrial Commonwealth in 2240.

## Population

Neo-Europe has a total of just under 2.5 billion people, accounting for around 30% of the global population. Its population has been in decline ever since the 21st century though now appears to be stabilised at this figure.

## Economy

In peace time, Neo-Europe follows a Mixed Economy with strong capitalist values. The constitution and Premiers repeatedly referenced the economy as being **'State Capitalist,'** though the State's influence had decreased in the economy following the second world war. But since the Scavravirus Pandemic, the government have had a key role in economic policy, even more so since the declaration of martial law in 2178.

Things firmly in the Public Sector include Healthcare (as the **Neo-European Health Agency**), transport (until Smirnov's privatisations, now reversed under Tekin) and roadwork.

### Energy

Neo-Europe is a strong user of nuclear power, which constitutes almost 60% of of energy. Other resources are renewable, including hydraulics, solar power and wind. The nuclear process has been refined and, while disasters can happen, they are relatively rare given the amount that Neo-Europe relies on it.

### Industry

As a whole, the Commonwealths have a sizeable industry, though much of the factories can be found in the Indian Commonwealth.

It is common for Neo-Europe to refine various materials through new techniques, such as aluminum.

Transport is common, with many cars being produced, again mainly in India.

### Science and Technology

Neo-Europe is one of the most scientifically developed nations, behind only the Realm. Various scientific breakthroughs have come from Neo-Europe, such as the cure for cancer and more efficient organ transplants. Especially under Tekin, the boundaries of what is possible were attempted to be broken as new biological experiments were attempted, including genetic engineering and cloning.

Greater Louisiana is the home of many technology companies.

As of 2210, Neo-Europe has an incredibly developed Space Programme, spanning from across the Solar System with prominent Bases on the Moon, Mars, the Jovian moon of Callisto and the Uranusian moon of Titania. Furthermore, artificial satelites orbit Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter and Uranus. Neo-Europe was also the first nation to prove the existence of extra-terrestrial life, being discovered on the Jovian moon of Europa. There are ambitions to go even further than the Solar System, with Space Cruisers such as Tekin, Mustafa and Hayat all past the Kuiper Belt.

### Resources

Neo-Europe has a variety of natural resources, including metals, minerals, and various woods, agricultural resource with grains like wheat, rice and corn, as well as livestock, with chicken and lamb being the most consumed and exported animals.

## Demographics

A national census takes place every 10 years across each Commonwealth, with findings sent to the Federal Government.

In the Commonwealth of Neo-Europe, ethnic Europeans constitute the vast majority of the population, likewise European descendents make up most of the Commonwealth of America's population (Which also has a substantial minority of African-Americans, roughly just under 20%). In urban areas, notably London and Berlin, ethnic Europeans make up less of the population, with London specifically having an only 28% ethnic British population. The rest are filled with nationalities from the other Commonwealths, especially India.

In the Indian Commonwealth, Indians are the largest ethnic group, though substantial minorities of Europeans are present in key cities.

Turkestan is the most racially homogenous of any Commonwealth, with an almost completely Turkic based population, and those who are not (Russians and Han Chinese from GUISS as well as Persians) have integrated. In Tashkent, a very small amount of white Europeans live there due to a wave of recent migration.

### Languages

Anglisch, a convergence of English and German, is the official state language, lingua franca and the most widely spoken language of Neo-Europe. It is a West Germanic Language (its linguistic name is **Common West Germanic**) and has several main dialects as well as **State Anglisch,** the more regulated form used for official states of address, in government and business. The main dialects include **Britannian, Prussonic, Frisonic, Ameriksch, Afrikisch** and **Indronisch.**

State Anglisch is taught as a second language in all schools from five years of age in regions where it is not already the common tongue. Its grammar and syntax is more German focused, though with the simplicity of English (having a single form of each verb, regardless of person) and its vocabulary a mixture of both - though English's Romantic influences have mostly gone. Unlike both Classical English and German, however, Anglisch has two grammatical genders instead of English's one and German's three - the neuter has been removed. So, while it came about as a mostly organic convergence, linguists have modified it in recent years to become a more efficient vernacular.

Other languages are widespread, such as **Common Iberian,** the successor to Castillian Spanish, Galician and Portuguese, and **Modern Slavonic,** an umbrella term for various Slavic languages of Eastern Europe, mainly Serbo-Croatian and Czechoslovak.

Languages such as Irish, Occitane, Romansh, Berber, Kannada, Creole and Xhosa have become extinct as they fell out of use, being replaced by more dominant languages.

Some, such as Basque, have been effectively preserved - with Basque seeing an *increase* in use compared to the early 21st Century. It is believed the creation of the Basque state contributed to this.

### Religion

Being officially secular, Neo-Europe is a majority irreligous nation, whether atheist or agnostic, at around 60% (and increasing). The majority of places of religious worship have been closed since the late 2160s; Tekin has allowed a very limited reopening, with people attending having to sign forms to confirm they are not radical.

Secular Hinduism is technically the most common religion, but it has transformed into more of a culture-based belief with much of the theology becoming legend.

Islam is still popular, being in the hundreds of millions, even today. Islam dominates both the Arab and Turkestani Commonwealths, the Indian states of Punjab, Persia and Bengal , the Neo-European state of Turkia plus the African state of Somaliland. Organised religion, therefore Mosque attendance, is much lower, with most people considering religion a private matter.

It is a similar story for Christianity, with incredibly low Church attendance. The most Christian nations are found in Africa, especially Abyssiania and Zulia. Latter-Day Saints number around 25 million, and have resettled throughout Greater Louisiana following the **Second** **Mormon Exodus**, after their forced removal from GUISS-held North America in the 2060s. Several million can be found in Europe and a few hundred thousand in India and Africa, which includes missionaries.

Judaism is a small but thriving belief concentrated in Levantia and the Free City of Jerusalem, with smaller pockets in the slavic states and Greater Louisiana. According to the last census, there are around 8 million Jews. Compared to Hindus, Christians and Muslims, a much higher proportion actually engage in their beliefs, perhaps due to previous centuries of abuse.

Buddhism is most prevalent in Tibet, with smaller numbers in Hindustan and urban areas of European Cities.

Greek and Roman mythology has made a small comeback, estimated to be collectively three million.

Other Pagan beliefs have somewhat returned, notably Celtic and Germanic, at around one million each.

Zorastrianism has likewise remerged as a large religion of Persia and surrounding regions.

Several minor new religions have been founded, such as **Uberlebanism** (the belief in which humanity must survive by any means necessary; they worship a metaphysical force known as 'Segen' that will guide mankind forever; it originated in Prussia in the 2090s), **Doharism** (The belief of polar opposites and how life is part of a 'grander plan' by the Two Gods, Yoli and Seli; it originated in the Punjab by a mentally unstable Buddhist Monk in 2122) and **Takatifuism** (a monotheistic religion that deified a man - Taka Wangu - who claimed to have died and subsequently 'replaced' the Abrahamic God. Wangu was a real Tanganyikan man who died in a flood, it is believed the founder, prophet and brother of Taka, Goro. It started in Tanganyika in the late 2130s). Each of these religions have several million members across the Commonwealths.

## Culture

Neo-Europe was a multicultural nation with strong Germanic roots.

Christian festivities such as Christmas have turned into secular holidays, with most of Neo-Europe, regardless of religion or ethnicity celebrating it. Also, until 2178 '**Ascension Day**' was celebrated on 18 February to celebrate the Stuttgart Dynasty. Typical celebrations included a large meal and spending time with family.

France/Francia has greatly inspired the cuisine of Neo-Europe, with many of its well known dishes originating in the state, such as Coq au Vin and Bouillabaisse. Other large influences are Romia, Punjab and the Middle East.

It is often stated internationally that Neo-Europe remains the most socially conservative nation, with things like the nuclear family seen as the ideal structure. It is for this reason why many Neo-Europeans are reluctant of technological development, though this greatly advanced under Tekin.

## Foreign Relations

For most of its history, Neo-Europe has had fond relations with The Realm, especially Nordica, in part due to their shared Germanic ancestry as well as similar European values. This relationship strengthened during the Third World War, when they fought against the socialist nations of NESR and GUISS. While tensions with The Realm were damaged due to Tekin's coup, open hostilities are rare, although the Falklands Incident did have some Neo-Europeans fight against Nordicans. Also under Tekin, the two nations become almost rivals, with increasingly ambitious goals in the new Space Race. Trading was common, though this significantly reduced under Tekin, which damaged Nordica in the short term, as an export economy.

Relations with GUISS have been incredibly fluctuated. While internally opposing Communism since its founding, Neo-Europe had a steady relationship with the Socialist nation for decades after its founding, even engaging in invasions side by side. Neo-Europe even gave supplies to the Superstate in the Maoist Rebellion of the 2110s. Following this, relations soured, in part due to the Neo-European Civil War - while GUISS remained neutral, it was obvious they would have preferred the Slavic Republic to have succeeded. This in part led to the nations growing increasingly suspicious of each other in the 2130s. It was common for each side to blame the other for problems - such as the Krivoy Rog Incident and the 2140 Election (Which was later found to be true). Opinions contrasted with political affiliation - the right-wing National Party and Fascist Party expressed a dislike of the nation, while the left-wing Republicans and Communists expressed fondness. Relations grew again in the early 2140s due to the Republican Victory, and after the fracturing of Neo-Europe support was divided, with NESR being allies and Neo-Europe opposing them. Following the war, relations became steadier again and Tekin has largely ignored the nation.

The Auroa Vanguard Republic and Neo-Europe have failed to get along due to the Republic's outright hostilities towards Neo-Europe. Diplomatic relations are nonexistent, with Aurora-Vanguard failing to offer a meaningful solution.

French Guyana also has a bad relationship with Neo-Europe, given its founding was in response to Neo-Europe. Not a single trade deal has ever been agreed and diplomatic relations seem to have gone nowhere. Relations are made worse by the Nationalist Republic as they use any other opponent to Neo-Europe to try to achieve their aims, such as NESR and Sanctorum.

## Further Reading

* List of Political Parties
* History of Neo-Europe
* List of Neo-European Heads of State
* List of Neo-European Heads of Government