Scoobscell Bombing

**The Scoobscell bombing** was a tragic terrorist event that took place in the North Scoobscell district of Scoobscell in the province of Scoobscell, from October 11th to 14th, 2001. The attacks were orchestrated by the Dogeikkan Freedom Fighters, in conjunction with the assistance of the Shibish Pro-Sovereign Army and its affiliated sub-organizations: Dogeikkeiki and the Ishmenwahk's. The primary motivation behind these attacks was to advocate for the sovereignty of the Isle of Doges.

## Background

The Isle of Doges, an area steeped in history and rich cultural heritage, had long been a source of contention between various groups seeking autonomy and independence. The Dogeikkan Freedom Fighters, led by their charismatic leader Schubert Kosak, firmly believed in their cause and had been engaged in several resistance movements before the fateful events of 2001.

### The Attacks

The initial plan of the insurgents was to target Shibish president, Michael Miller-Schmidt, and other key government officials. However, the meticulously planned attacks proved unsuccessful in reaching their primary targets, resulting in a devastating toll on innocent lives. The bombings led to the tragic deaths of 40 civilians and 12 police officers, leaving the community of Scoobscell (city) shattered and grief-stricken.

### Rebel and Gang Involvement

The Shibish Pro-Sovereign Army had enlisted support from two other factions, the Dogeikkeiki clan and the Ishmenwahk triad, both known for their involvement in criminal activities and acts of violence. During the course of the uprising, 66 Dogeikkan Freedom Fighters, 28 members of the Shibish Pro-Sovereign Army, and 28 gang members affiliated with Dogeikkeiki and Ishmenwahk were either incarcerated or killed.

### Leadership and Fates

Following the suppression of the uprising, the Shibish government took strict action against the rebel leaders. Schubert Kosak, the prominent figure behind the Dogeikkan Freedom Fighters, was captured and publicly executed shortly after the insurgency's end. Conversely, Elyse Kovach, the leader of the Shibish Pro-Sovereign Army, managed to evade capture and possible execution. Due to her young age, she succeeded in blending into the public as an innocent schoolgirl, thus avoiding law enforcement's scrutiny.

The leader of Dogeikkeiki faced a fair trial and subsequent execution by the Shibish government, about a month after the events unfolded. On the other hand, the leader of the Ishmenwahk's remains unaccounted for, and their fate remains a mystery.

## Commemoration

In honour of the innocent bystanders and police officers who tragically lost their lives during the bombings, the Shibish government erected a memorial plaque outside the North Scoobscell community centre. This memorial serves as a poignant reminder of the devastating event and the lives lost due to the conflict.

The Scoobscell Bombing remains a somber chapter in the history of Scoobscell City, serving as a reminder of the potential consequences of extremist actions and the importance of pursuing dialogue and understanding between conflicting parties to achieve lasting peace.

## Timeline

11th of October, 2001: the first attack occurs at 4:48PM outside the Townsvale mall, two explosions are heard near a government building.

4:59PM: Police arrive and are shot at, two police officers are killed in action. Two gang members are seen chucking Molotov's at police, eventually a grenade that killed three civilians and one officer. Members from the SPSA and the DFF flank the police station.

5:22PM: Military personnel arrive. Gang members group up and head into the mall. Soldiers storm the mall and it becomes a siege, which lasts **2 days**.

12th of October 2001: the second attack occurs at South Parkwood, where president Miller-Schmidt vacates for a rally. His colleagues enter the rigged car meant for him, it explodes and he survives being in the wrong car (9:02AM). The entire city of Scoobscell is placed into lockdown.

11:29AM: Shibish soldiers neutralize fleeing gang members from the Townsvale mall. The leader of the Dogeikkeiki is arrested during the siege.

12:52PM: The Siege of Townsvale ends. All gang members inside the building are shot and killed. One is taken into custody, then trialled for Terrorism.

13th of October 2001: the third attack fails as Ishmenwahk gang members attempt to shoot and kill President Miller-Schmidt, which failed. Police instantly retaliated and the president is finally relocated to another province in Shiberland. The SPSA and the DFF detonate multiple car bombs and charge into government buildings.

1:15PM: Active gang members are rounded up and shot, those who surrendered earlier are taken into custody.

48 gang members from both groups are killed during the Scoobscell Bombings, 21 are taken into custody, 5 are publicly executed. Harris Liqeuese is the last person to be publicly executed in Shiberland and is a member of the Dogeikkan Freedom Fighters.