History of Neo-Europe

This is the currently incomplete, year by year history of Neo-Europe.

## Pre-Foundation and Early Years

#### 2028

The European Union collapses, leading to economic damage for most nations. Britain, although not a member, is similarly struggling. Nationalism is on the rise throughout Europe. King Charles III is an unpopular monarch of Britain.

#### 2030

Wolfgang Von Stuttgart (2001-2088) moves to Berlin, forming a party known as The Optimatium Party. Germany imposes martial law to deal with the economic turmoil. Anarchists and Communists alike rebel against the military intervention. Stuttgart becomes vocal and encourages others to join him in his mission.

#### 2031

A Nationalist British Government is formed and they become increasingly isolationist. Thousands of foreign nationals are deported.

#### 2032

Stuttgart returns to the UK for a short time when he escapes from his attempted arrest in Germany. He forms the British faction of the party before returning to Germany in a disguise. A Nationalist party in Britain comes into power with Anglo-Saxon ideals. They see the future as Germanic.

#### 2033

Stuttgart stages a coup to get rid of the military generals in power of Germany, supported by the people. He appoints himself Herr President of Germany. An election is immediately held, with massive support for Stuttgart as he begins to improve the economic situation. This includes more trade with the UK, free movement etc.

#### 2034

Act of Union is signed and Stuttgart becomes leader of Britain too in a willing, peaceful transfer of power. He appoints Nigel Johnson, then Prime Minister, as provisional governor of Britain. The British Royal Family are allowed to keep their residences and titles as Dukes, Princes etc but they are no longer formal monarchs. Stuttgart now becomes President of Anglo-Germany. London Becomes the capital city.

#### 2035

General Carrington attempts a coup from London. A well renowned General, he was met with some support but many trusted Wolfgang at this point. He was quickly driven out of the city then fled to France.

## Intervention in Europe

#### 2036

The French Civil War begins when the President requests to join Anglo-Germany. He is immediately met with opposition. Two major sides – Nationalists (wishing France remained independent) and Integrationists (wanting France to join for economic and cultural benefits). General Carrington assists the Nationalists.

#### 2037

The Czech Republic and Slovakia mutually agree to reunify as Czechoslovakia, citing economic troubles. After a large debate, Anglo-Germany decides to allow France to eventually join the Union. They invade Normandy to assist the Integrationists from there. The Nationalists hold much of the South, from Bordeaux to Marseilles.

#### 2038

The USA, fearing a fully integrated Europe, sends some reinforcements to the Nationalists in the South. Some direct skirmishes between the Anglo-Germans and the Americans – The US President reportedly stated ‘The Special Relationship is finished.’

#### 2039

The Imperial Act is signed, forming the Union into the Anglo-German Empire, with Wolfgang Von Stuttgart as Emperor. This increases his powers, with a constitutional right to veto any proposal from Parliament. Most people welcome the move – they believe a strong leader is necessary in this difficult time. In order to strengthen the Empire as a country, a head of government, known as a Premier is created. Wolfgang appoints his long-time ally Adam Bronstein in the role.

#### 2040

Feeling patriotic about the past, the devolved German Government suggests changing their name to Prussia; Emperor Wolfgang enthusiastically accepts. As a result, the country becomes The Anglo-Prussian Empire. The Americans and Nationalists have marched north and are not stopping. Emperor Wolfgang sends out a message to all European nations, inviting them to form part of the new Empire, founded on European heritage and the individual. Carrington is killed in Lyon during a shell attack.

#### 2041

Citing economic woes, the USA withdraws from France, paving way for the Integrationists and Anglo-Prussians to gain momentum. Italy invades Austria, seeing war and trouble as an excuse to create their own Empire that will rival the Anglo-Prussian one, under Caesar Ernesto Mussolini. Crossing the Alps, they fight with the Austrians, propped up by Hungary, Romania and Serbia. Spain, Portugal and Andorra unify as Iberia.

#### 2042

France surrenders; The Anglo-Prussians occupy the whole country. The Nationalist leaders flee to French Guyana. A provisional agreement ensures that most French Overseas Territories will not join the Empire with France. The Austrian government in Vienna surrender. Caesar Mussolini declares this new nation Nuovo Romia. Premier Bronstein announces he has been diagnosed with dementia – if this worsens, he will resign.

#### 2043

Treaty of Paris – The formal peace Treaty of the French Civil War, as well as its role in laying down the foundations of the new country, renamed Neo-Europe, The Federal Empire of. As well as France, Ireland, The Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg join as part of Neo-Europe. The Italian Caesar invades North Africa, taking Tunisia immediately. Karl Becker becomes Premier following Adam Bronstein retiring due to his dementia diagnosis.

#### 2044

Switzerland breaks their neutrality and invade Austria, supporting – but not yet joining – Nuovo Romia. This leads to Neo-Europe intervening on the side of Hungary and the others – on condition they join Neo-Europe. They agree. United, they manage to overpower Nuovo Romia and Switzerland. A group of vigilantes capture Mussolini and publicly humiliate him before he is hung.

#### 2045

Treaty of Bern – Italy and Switzerland agree to join, along with most other nations in Europe. Neo-Europe marches further east and takes Poland, Moldova and parts of Ukraine and Belarus. Greater integration is seen along with a unified Federal parliament. Some Italian forces remain in North Africa – Neo-Europe invades but is met with some opposition from locals.

#### 2046

Pan-Arabic Acts – The acts allow for the North African nations to be admitted into the Union, with Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and Libya forming Maghrebia and Egypt becomes Egyptia. Some of the governments strongly disagreed, but fearing a unified Europe, they join, seeing it beneficial for their economies and cultures. The official Constitution is finalized, detailing the Federal and Regional powers and the authority of the Emperor and Premier.

#### 2047

Borders are finalized. Austria and parts of Belgium, Switzerland and Frisia are absorbed by Prussia. Similarly, much of western Poland too becomes part of Prussia, making the east look similar to Imperial Germany before the First World War. For security and to ensure progress, Emperor Wolfgang announces the ‘Anglo-Prussian supremacy,’ stating that for some time these nationalities will be favoured in power and government for stability reasons, lasting several decades.

## Forming Relations With the Superstates

#### 2048

Isaac Powell becomes the new Premier and the first to be elected in a public vote; he was one of four eligible, counting the incumbent Karl Becker, within the cabinet. He orders some more minor border adjustments. Hong Kong is acquired after it seceded from the economically suffering China over a decade prior. It is set up as a Neo-European Protectorate known as Hong Kong Outpost. For the time being, it is accepted as a self-governing territory that Neo-Europe is permitted to use for trading.

#### 2049

Emperor Wolfgang and Premier Powell met with the Nordican leaders about some possible land exchange. The far west of Maghrebia, roughly equivalent to the historical nation of Morocco, as well as the Azores, Madeira and the Canaries, are ceded to Nordica in exchange for Kaliningrad, renamed Konigsberg and incorporated into the Prussian State.

#### 2050

The First Neo-European-Turkish War begins when Neo-Europe invades Thrace. The Turks march to protect Istanbul.

2051

Turkey suffers a serious pushback through Istanbul. In the European side, Neo-European flags are hung. Turkish leadership grows unstable.

#### 2052

Neo-Europe annexes all of Thrace and continues into Anatolia. Fearing the collapse of the Turkish Republic, the Turks accept Istanbul is lost and surrender in accordance with the Treaty of Constantinople, which Istanbul is instantly renamed to. In a joint effort with the GUASS, India is invaded and rapidly falls, being taken advantage of due to its suffering economy. The new regions are not yet incorporated, with puppet governments being set up while integration occurs.

#### 2054

The three Megastates invade North America. Neo-Europe annexes the central portion, roughly equivalent to French Louisiana; it is later named Greater Louisiana.

## Anarchist Crisis

#### 2055

The Anarchist Crisis begins in Trans-Poland and Slavo-Balkia as the result of a spill-over from Nordica and GUASS. Premier Powell announces the temporary suspension of regional governments until the crisis ends. Extra soldiers and police are sent east, freedom of movement is restricted, such as a curfew lasting from 8PM-6AM.

#### 2056

Several government officials, including Trans-Polish Governor Lena Novaska, are found guilty of conspiring and inciting anarchist protests. Soldiers mutiny and join the anarchists. Protests occur in London and Berlin too. Catalonia increases its demands for independence; in a protest, 10 innocent people, including a two-year-old, are killed in a trampling. The Federal Cabinet are ready to declare the crisis a civil war if the situation worsens.

#### 2057

Novaska is executed, a first for a political figure. The crisis begins to die down, and despite the calls of some Cabinet members, Emperor Wolfgang refuses to declare the crisis a Civil War, threatening to form a new government. The Cabinet accepts.

#### 2058

The Anarchist crisis ends and Regional Powers are restored, though more police are sent to patrol the East.

## Era of Stability

*Please note this section is seriously lacking in information*

#### 2061

Prussian Frederich Gruber becomes Premier by default following Isaac Powell’s resignation. No election is required.

#### 2067

Wolfgang's ‘De-centralisation of Religion' occurs, including the abolishment of the office of the Pope. Churches and other places of worship are required to pay tax, and all religious schools must remove their affiliations. The Emperor stressed that religion is still free to be practiced, but believed in its complete separation from the state. He is met with some opposition for this, but he insists ‘the Church and the State must be kept separate.’

#### 2087

Prince Oliver’s wife, Catherine, gives birth to Elaine, making her Emperor Wolfgang’s great granddaughter.

#### 2088

Emperor Wolfgang dies aged 87 and his 47-year-old son, Franz Von Stuttgart takes over.

## The First Amendment; True Democracy and Progress

#### 2089

**The First Amendment** – Results of an Executive Order by Emperor Franz which promises further civil liberties, such as the legalisation of political parties, removal of premiership restrictions and that The Optimatium Party will be phased out. It represents the transition away from the Anglo-Prussian Supremacy deemed necessary by his father.

War almost occurs between Neo-Europe and Nordica when troops are deployed to the contested region of eastern Patagonia. Though Franz wishes for a diplomatic solution. The region is long contested and relations had soured between Nordica and Neo-Europe for some years. A week prior to the troops’ deployment, all members of the Nordican Embassy in London were expelled. Emperor Franz speaks with Nordican leaders and proposes Chile, and thus Nordica, should be given the disputed regions. He suggests greater free movement should happen between the separated states. He also says Patagonia will have increased autonomy. Both parties agree to demilitarise the region immediately. Embassies are reimbursed.

#### 2090

The first true election in Europe for decades. A whole new Commons is elected and sees the election of the centre-left Social Democratic Union party into office, led by the Romian Giovanna Ricci, 33.

#### 2094

**Second Amendment**- Term limits for the Premier are increased. They can now serve five full terms, for a total of 25 years, instead of four.

#### 2095

Neo-Europe’s first manned mission to Mars finally occurs, with 12 astronauts landing on the Red Planet. The settlement becomes known as Stuttgart Base, after the Imperial Dynasty.

#### 2096

**Third Amendment** – a secessionist clause is added and can only be used in states if Britannia is in occupation due to war or a coup d'état. A personal request by Emperor Franz, it is explained its use is very limited and for exceptional circumstances only.

#### 2097

Future Premier and General Secretary Oscar Murphy is born in Eire, to an Eirish Father and Polish mother.

## Growing Instability and Civil War

#### 2102

The Pan-Slavic Group Razem is secretly formed in Prague by several figures, including some in government such as the Deputy Governor of Trans-Poland, Andrzej Morawiecki. They believe it is best to remain secret, and all members swear to not reveal other members if caught.

#### 2106

Razem announces itself to the world and states it plans to commit acts of terror for an independent Slavic nation.

#### 2110

The National Party wins the election, gaining a huge majority in the Commons. Alexander Mikos becomes Premier. 23-year-old Princess Elaine marries Egyptian Ahmed Hassan; the Hassan family are billionaires and pioneers in Hydro Power. They are Coptic Christians.

#### 2111

Mikos agrees to give supplies to the GUISS in order to crush the Maoist rebellion.

#### 2112

Hong Kong Outpost becomes a self-governing territory with the same status as The Free City of Constantinople. It still remains part of Neo-Europe proper. The Unincorporated Saharan Province is partitioned between Abyssinia, Egypt and Maghrebia.

#### 2113

The **Second Neo-European-Turkish Wa**r begins, a small conflict caused by Turkey invading Constantinople. Second in line to the Throne, Princess Elaine, gives birth to a boy, named Wolfgang in his great-great-grandfather’s honour.

#### 2114

The GUISS wins the civil war and congratulates Mikos on his assistance. The Turkish War ends with a Neo-European Victory. As part of the peace treaty, much of southern Anatolia is ceded to Neo-Europe. The remaining independent Turkey essentially becomes a puppet state.

#### 2115

Election. National Party remains in power, albeit with a smaller majority. Riots in Many overseas territories, especially Hindustan, who demand federal representation. This is argued against as they have their own regional governments.

#### 2116

a plot to kill the cabinet is foiled, organized by the Pan-Slavic Marxist group Razem. Former Premier, Social Democratic Deputy Giovanna Ricci, proposes a bill to the Commons where each overseas territory will each gain a seat in the Senate and a representative in the Cabinet. Although marginally rejected, Mikos is not fully opposed to the idea and will consider it in the future.

#### 2117

There are Terrorist attacks in London, Berlin and Paris caused by Razem yet their demands continue to be ignored. The 77-year-old Emperor Franz is hospitalized with prostate cancer; his wife Empress Consort Hannah rules while he is incapacitated, with further duties carried out by the heir, Prince Oliver.

#### 2118

The Governor of Trans-Poland, Andrzej Morawiecki, organises an independence referendum deemed illegal by the federal government. They vote 87% in favour of independence. As expected, the vote is not respected. Mikos calls for Morawiecki's arrest when he is revealed as a member of Razem. However, he escapes and exiles himself to Belarus, a Nordican dependency. Emperor Wolfgang, following his hospitalization and recovery, resumes his duties.

#### 2119

Rebellion begins in Trans-Poland following unrest due to the rejected vote. Soldiers mutiny and police disobey Federal Orders. Morawiecki declares himself General Secretary of The Slavic Republic upon his return met by open arms. Further soldiers are called in and all regional powers are suspended in the state. This spills over to other Slavic regions – Czechoslovakia and Slavo-balkia as well as the non-Slavic Wallachia-Moldova, prompting similar measures. They unify as The Slavic Republic. Premier Mikos admits a civil war has started.

#### 2120

With permission from the Emperor, Mikos delays the General Election for ‘a year at the very least’ due to the civil war. Additionally, Emperor Franz reluctantly declares Martial Law. When possible evidence of GUISS assistance to the Slavs is found, Mikos orders sanctions on the country and becomes blatantly anti-Communist. Maghrebia declares independence.

#### 2121

The Slavs seize Magyarus. However, Budapest holds on. A siege begins. Agents of the Razem disturb the flow of soldiers and resources going into the warzone. Unrest begins in Hindustan and Bengal, and conflicts between the Muslims and Sikhs of Punjab arise – the civil war has spread.

The upcoming election is delayed indefinitely and the Commons is suspended. A War Cabinet is formed. Morawiecki states victory is on the horizon; much of the east is independent in almost every way.

Premier Alexander Mikos is shot at by the Catalonian Enric Lopez; he was recruited by The Razem. Mikos was visiting The Prussian Front when the event happened. He was taken to a local hospital and then taken to a more prominent one in Berlin. He spoke of the desire of peace and named the Foreign Secretary, Francian Alois Carron his successor. Despite that, he remained confident he would survive. After a week in hospital his state declined and he died, aged 60, due to complications from the wound. Mikos is given an Orthodox state funeral in London, attended by much of the Imperial Family and War Cabinet, in an extremely secure service. Maghrebia continues to resist; there is conflict in Tunis.

#### 2122

The Stock Market of Berlin crashes, crippling the war economy.

The Slavs take Danzig and Vienna. Carron allows the three Indian states greater autonomy and promises reform once the war ends. They cease fire, although tensions in Punjab remain high.

The Slavic Republic writes its first Constitution and is based on the values of Socialism. They offer the Federal government peace, but they refuse to accept an independent Slavic Republic.

Maghrebia surrenders and power is to be dealt with federally in **The Treaty of Algiers**.

In October, Morawiecki is assassinated by a squad of secret agents. **Ignacy Sikor** Becomes General Secretary of The Slavic Republic.

#### 2123

Sikor launches an offensive straight to Berlin. Meanwhile the Neo-European Air Force strike various eastern cities in kamikaze missions. The Berlin Offensive was too ambitious – Neo-Europe turned them back and continues to send them eastwards. Vienna and Danzig are reclaimed. Magyarus is liberated soon after and Budapest is given much needed supplies. Sikor orders the army to hold onto the land they have. However, Neo-Europe keeps driving eastwards.

#### 2124

Warsaw is surrounded. In his Warsaw Bunker, Sikor shoots himself and is replaced with a collective government.

Carron tells them that nuclear weapons are ready to be sent down unless they admit to unconditional surrender. Fearing for their lives, the collective government concedes. The War is won but at a huge cost of life. Almost a million soldiers died with over four million civilian deaths. Many millions more are injured or homeless.

The **Treaty of Cracow** is signed in September, officialising the surrender of the Slavs. They are forbidden any independence referendum nor ability to unify. Their regional powers are to be non-existent for twenty years, and all affairs are to be dealt with by federal representatives. The Razem group is outlawed.

## The Rise of Republicanism

#### 2125

The long-delayed election is finally held. As those in the states of Trans-Poland, Slavo-Balkia, Czechoslovakia and Wallachia-Moldova are forbidden to vote, the total number of seats is 75 Less –675 – than usual. The National Party lose their majority but form a coalition with The Republicans and The Environmentalists, on condition of a referendum on the continuation of the Monarchy and continued renewable energy, respectfully.

#### 2126

Referendum on whether the Monarchy should continue. 55% voted in favour of continuation. As a result, Republicans were unhappy and some protests. They broke off from the Coalition, making the National Party lose their majority. Immediately, protests begin.

#### 2127

To aid the post-war recovery, Premier Carron announces plans to raise taxes among the rich for greater support and public funding. Additionally, he plans greater state-run employment programmes. Fans have dubbed this **Carron's New Deal**.

#### 2128

Emperor Franz's Ruby Jubilee, celebrating 40 years on the Throne. In the Lodz Trials, leaders of the Slavic Republic are trialled and executed for their crimes.

#### 2129

Over two million people march through Berlin, claiming the 2126 referendum was rigged and unfair. Carron refuses a second vote, declaring it ‘once in a lifetime.’

#### 2130

Moscow Conference, GUISS – Neo-Europe, represented by Premier Carron and Prince Oliver, sign a Pact with the GUISS promising peace and ensuring tensions remain. However, ally Nordica does not sign. Protests erupt at the pact's signing. The Commons Election produces a Hung Parliament. The National Party, having won only 178 Seats out of 650 – a loss of almost 200 - enters a coalition along with the Fascists (84 seats), Christian Voice, Alternative for Neo-Europe and Liberté, although they are still 24 short of a majority. The Hung Parliament triggers a premiership election for next year following a vote. The minority coalition parties agree to support a second full term for Carron instead of running their own candidates against him.

#### 2131

The National Coalition candidate, Incumbent Alois Carron, narrowly wins the Premiership election.

The Coalition government decides it is best to withdraw from the Moscow Pact with the GUISS with immediate effect, citing mistrust and fear of Communism. Carron claims he did it for stability and the growing suspicion of the GUISS. Neo-Europe also seeks closer ties with Nordica against the GUISS.

The Commissioner of Nordica arrives in Somerset and discussions are held with Premier Carron, instead of the initially planned London due to tighter security following the murder of former Nordican Commissioner Leena Ilves. Carron proposed the sharing of information and resources between Nordica and Neo-Europe, as well as agreeing that one war will affect both nations and greater efforts to preserve European culture and values.

Later, the Cabinet advises Emperor Franz to sign an Executive Order which would Suspend the Communist Party of Neo-Europe. All party organisations outside of regional Governments and Parliamentary Seats must be suspended, with these jurisdictive posts ending in the next elections. A sign of tensions rising between the nations.

#### 2132

Javier Càrtez, Iberian Governor, 62, is assassinated in Madrid's square. He was of the National Party and server as Governor for eight years. The assassin is discovered to be Francian Republican Céline Devenoux. Then Republican Leader Carlo Matarella claims to have known nothing of the event. Nonetheless this leads to an investigation into the Republican Party. Carron orders troops to be deployed along the border with the GUISS and all but essential travel to the Union is advised against. Furthermore, one must require a state issued permit, this also applies to Neo-Europe’s overseas territories.

#### 2133

Following the investigation, restrictions are to be placed on the Republican Party, including constant monitoring. All Members must disclose their membership directly with Government officials and their workplace, failure to do so will result in prosecution. Additionally, over 20,000 Communists were found to have infiltrated the Party.

#### 2134

Emperor Franz is taken to hospital due to a fall and Prince Oliver once again acts as regent. Franz is given cybernetic support for his legs upon his recovery.

#### 2135

The National Party wins a slim majority in the Commons election. Alois Carron agrees to remain Premier for one final term given the majority.

The Indian Commons is created. This is in addition to their assemblies. The three dependencies of Punjab, Hindustan and Bengal will have a collective house of Commons with their own Premier. Together these three dependencies are now known as The Commonwealth of India. The India Premier will be the head of state for the three nations and handle internal affairs collectively, taking orders from the three Governors. Punjabi Jagvir Singh is elected the first Premier of India. Empress Consort Hannah is diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease at age 87.

#### 2136

The Indian commons votes for the creation of a new state, Dravidistan, formed out of roughly the southern half of Hindustan.

Former Premier Giovanna Ricci dies in a plane crash along with her husband, crashing in eastern Prussia. The black box analysis suggests a hijacking, supported by a forged passport – Iberian Republican activist Ernesto Hernandez travelled under the name of Georges Martin with a Francian passport.

Similar to India, the Commonwealth of Africa is established with all Sub-Saharan nations; the Abyssinian Abiy Zewde becomes the first Premier of the Commonwealth. Levantia and Greater Louisiana are granted further self-governing powers.

#### 2137

Prince Wolfgang, 24, marries Katerina Mikos, 21, Granddaughter of former Premier Alexander Mikos.

Following the disappearance of several key party members of the GUISS years before near the border with Neo-Europe, Foreign Secretary Catherine Van Helsing travels to Odessa and meets GUISS General Secretary Kuzmenko in Krivoy Rog. This follows a rift between the two nations. Van Helsing went partially to prove Kuzmenko wrong – who believed Neo-Europe were involved in the deaths; this is proven false.

#### 2138

Celebrations occur in London for Emperor Franz’s Golden Jubilee (50 Years). Empress Hannah is not well enough to attend.

#### 2139

Empress Consort Hannah dies aged 91. Premier Carron visits Warsaw to commemorate 200 years since the start of the Second World War and insists such actions must never be repeated. 2140s

#### 2140

The Commons Election produces a hung parliament but the Republicans become the largest party. They formally enter a coalition with the Worker's Party (Communist Successor) and a Confidence and Supply Agreement with the Social Democratic Union. Carron remains Premier until the forthcoming election; a cross-party bill moves this forward to three months after the Commons Election and Republican leader Oscar Murphy, 43, narrowly wins the Premiership.

A "Monarchist Bloc' has been formed among the Nationals, Fascists, Alternative for Neo-Europe and the Arab Union. The Liberals remain unaffiliated but form part of the overall opposition, although they may be inclined to become part of the bloc as they believe it would be too soon for another referendum on the Monarchy; their belief is to uphold democracy. National and Opposition Leader Catherine Van Helsing will lead the Monarchist Bloc.

Some evidence of GUISS interference in the election is uncovered, but not enough to warrant a second election.

#### 2141

Murphy announces his intentions of rewriting the Constitution, under Socialist values, as well as plans to get rid of the Emperor without a second referendum – meaning the Republicans lowd in their manifesto, which promised only a second referendum on the jssue.

**Emperor Franz dies aged 100**. His son, Oliver, aged 78, succeeds him as Emperor. This follows his admission into hospital following stomach pain and a suspected stroke. Two weeks of mourning begin.

Allegations of corruption by Emperor Oliver come to light, with offshore bank accounts and previous millions in debt. It is discovered by The National Party that Premier Murphy was a strong Marxist during his youth and spent his late teens in the GUISS. They claim this reflects his illegitimacy. Murphy believes working with Kuzmenko is the way forward.

A bill in the Commons is passed that would force Emperor Oliver to abdicate, though it fails to pass through the Senate. Nonetheless, Catherine Van Helsing is disappointed with the vote. She goes to Minask to speak with Nordican leaders. They agree on the dangers of the GUISS and both conclude there was GUISS interference. Murphy meets with Kuzmenko, they agree on closer tied. Murphy states his intentions to formally meet in 2145.

#### 2142

Emperor Oliver’s Coronation. Members of the Republican Government, including Premier Murphy himself refuse to attend. Yet a Republican activist managed to break in and fired several shots; one hit Emperor Oliver and he was admitted to hospital. The activist was immediately gunned down by guards. The entire London Administrative region is placed on high alert. Princess Elaine, 55, acts as regent during her father’s hospitalization. Premier Murphy states violence is not the answer and does not condone the actions.

The relationship with the GUISS has to be reconsidered following the death of Kuzmenko and the start of Albert Jach's rule, who is more of a reformer and moderate.

Emperor Oliver storms the Commons during a debate and orders its suspension. When this is challenged, he reluctantly authorises its continuation. Emperor Oliver is charged with embezzlement of public funds and considers leaving Neo-Europe. Premier Murphy sees this as evidence of royal corruption and believes Oliver wants to sabotage democracy. Some monarchists become more reluctant for their support – some drop it all, others choose to supporting his daughter Elaine, and some claim it is a fabrication made to further support the Republican cause.

#### 2143

Murphy and Jach develop a good relationship. Emperor Oliver signs an Executive Order which would Ban the Republican Party and order Premier Murphy to resign. Advisors claimed this is unachievable yet the Emperor prevailed. Before the constitutional amendments in the 2090s, the Emperor was clearly able to depose the Premier though it is not so clear anymore. In response, Murphy declares Oliver’s rule illegitimate and proclaims Neo-Europe a Republic.

## World War

#### 2144

Oliver's advisers lose confidence and many supporters drop their support. Premier Murphy enacts Article 47, which gives the Premier temporary powers of the Emperor if a regent is unavailable and the Emperor is deemed unfit to rule. He takes command of the military, criminalizes the National Party and emancipates the Communists.

The Republicans, Workers' Party and Communists all form into the Republican Socialist Party.

Oliver is forced to flee London with his family. The Stuttgarts meet prominent National Party members in the Shetland Islands and intend to reach the Faroe Islands, Nordica, where they would be granted diplomatic immunity. Oliver expresses he may abdicate in place of his daughter, who is more favourable in thr eye of the public.

Murphy merges the powers of the two positions of Premier and Emperor into General Secretary and suspends the Senate. He orders soldiers to fire at all suspected Nationals and Stuttgart family members.

The Premiers of the Commonwealths of India and Africa state they will not obey the orders of Murphy – they still support the Nationals and Stuttgarts.

Murphy renames Neo-Europe into the Neo-European Socialist Republic (NESR). He proclaims the takeover of power will be known as ‘**The Silent Revolution**.’ Due to the third Amendment's Secessionist Clause, the states of Francia, Prussia, Frisia, Constantinople and Magyarus as well as the overseas India, Africa, Turkia, Levantia and Hong Kong declare de-facto independence but quickly reform, becoming Neo-Europe once more.

National Party members relocate, initially to Berlin. May 2144, already there are riots in Britannia against Socialist Rule. The Nationals are working on an army while the Socialist Republicans are scheming to invade the National central Europe.

General Secretary Murphy has relieved all Governors of their position - "Neo-Europe will no longer act as a Federation as it suggests there are divisions between the states. We are united, borders do not define us!" An official pact between the NESR and GUISS is signed, signalling their roles as newfound allies.

The Nationals make Islamabad their new base of operations. Van Helsing will act as "Premier" and will lead the Neo-European side of the alliance with Nordica. General Albert Ader of Magyarus will lead the armed forces if war occurs. There have been some organised skirmishes across the Alps already.

#### 2145

News of civil war in GUISS with the right-wing group ‘God’s Will,’ the National Party offers their support for the group against the Communists.

Emperor Oliver abdicates due to a belief his leadership has been tainted, and in a time of exile that the Stuttgart dynasty should be led by someone with more dignity. As a result, his daughter Elaine, 57, becomes Empress – the first female head of state of Neo-Europe and fourth Monarch.

A skirmish occurs near Nice (currently controlled by Neo-Europe), aggravated by NESR troops. The city suffers several missile strikes following this, then NESR forces cross the border and take the city. General Ader advises against reinforcements yet – troops are split guarding other areas such as western Francia and East Prussia. Following heavy debate, however, on **7 May 2145 the War Council declares war on NESR and GUISS**, which Empress Elaine authenticates. At this point, 4000 citizens and 5000 soldiers have died. Neo-Europe and Nordica uncover ‘concrete evidence’ of GUISS meddling in the 2140 elections.

The Eleventh Regiment of the Bengali Infantry is deployed on HMS Wolfgang and several daughter vessels, commanded by Lieutenant Basak. They are set to reach Base Stuttgart, Falklands, in order to liberate Patagonia from NESR rule. Neo-Europe’s unfortunate tactical position is noted – it parallels Germany in the Great War, General Ader knows it will be a ‘multi-frontal war like no other.’ The main serious move has been decided: to liberate Iberia.

The Bengalis reach the Patagonian mainland, assisted by Nordica’s South American territories. A ‘second Blitz’ is announced on Britannia by General Ader, albeit reluctantly. Its desired purpose is to bomb factories to cripple their economy. Nordica invades Trans-Poland, though NESR harshly retaliates. Premier Van Helsing and General Ader insist more help will be on its way as soon as possible.

NESR’s attempt to take back Patagonia fails when Neo-Europe’s Navy sinks the London-Class Corbyn Ship in the southern Pacific. Premier Murphy engages in renaming several places. Notably, Manchester becomes Marxchester. In the Himalayas, the Commonwealth of India plants thousands of landmines to deter a potential land-based invasion from China. Troops still remain close. NESR’s invasion of Francia is supported as forces from Iberia strike, taking Perpignan.

Turkey joins the war on the side of the National Coalition, integrating with the Neo-European state of Turkia for security.

Hong Kong reports several missile strikes. Patagonia is retaken by Neo-Europe. The Siege of Hong Kong begins; a stalemate situation emerges – if Neo-Europe strikes, GUISS would destroy the city.

A portion of the Sixth Punjabi Legion is deployed to North America to secure Louisiana. Nordica takes much of southern Iberia but NESR continues to annex more of France.

Fortunately, Czechoslovakia falls; Neo-Europe regains control of the state. NESR begins to organise an invasion of Constantinople.

#### 2146

Levantine forces march into the Sinai Peninsula with some assistance from Africa. In parallel to this is an invasion from Abyssinia with the plan to go along the Nile.

Warsaw is captured in a joint assault between Neo-Europe and Nordica. Nordican America sees a skirmish from NESR forces. Much of southern Iberia is successfully captured, but much of France has fallen.

NESR invades from the north in Normandy with British troops.

The President of Constantinople is assassinated in the city, a plan years in the making by Socialists. Vice President, Socialist sympathiser and NESR agent Adonys Kayseri assumes presidency and invites NESR forces into the city, but soldiers in the city disobey his orders to open the gates and mutiny, declaring their continued support for Neo-Europe.

When Premier Van Helsing is informed by Empress Elaine about food storages under every major city, Hong Kong’s President, Laura Chang, is notified of a huge mass of stored canned food underneath the city, which has remained there for such emergencies as the siege. As Neo-European supply planes continue to be gunned down, Chang insists opening the food stores is the right thing to do. She and the War Council estimate the supplies could last three years if rationed carefully.

GUISS Leader Albert Jach is tried – Murphy uses this as an opportunity to criticise GUISS leadership as promised grain supplies have not arrived.

Constantinople falls and NESR’s crimson flag is raised over the Hagia Sophia in a major blow for the National Alliance, already fighting on multiple fronts.

Nordica announces plans to invade Britannia from the north; Neo-Europe will contribute with their own point of invasion from the eastern coast. Sheffield is reached but NESR forces reassemble and quickly advance northwards.

French Guyana – ‘Nationalist France’ – enters talks with NESR for a deal regarding the state of Francia. French Guyana claims the state and insists they are the ‘legitimate’ French government in exile, being the product of the Nationalists from the civil war a century earlier.

News is leaked over Murphy’s brain tumour, an official statement says these rumours are incorrect and that Murphy is well. A joint provisional government is set up in Iberia, with authority from both Neo-Europe and Nordica.

The Persian Offensive begins from Punjab; a smaller force is sent to capture the GUISS controlled Oman. The offensive is an attempt to remove all links the GUISS has with the Indian Ocean to cut their supply line. Nordican ships also patrol the Red Sea, while the Suez Canal is now under Neo-European control.

After lots of discussion, the French Nationalists and NESR reach an agreement on the French question. The Nationalists would control much of northern and Western France as well as the Basque region under several conditions: a ‘requisitioning system’ whereby 30% of France’s GDP must go to Neo-Europe in peacetime; due to the war it is 55%. NESR has right of passage through the lands, being permitted to use all roads, railways etc to transport supplies and soldiers. Dux – head of state – Clement Melon secured the agreement with NESR’s Politburo, though Murphy was not present. Van Helsing stresses that the Nationalist French Republic, despite what they claim, are very much in league with NESR and must be treated with caution.

Murphy has not been seen in public for over six weeks.

NESR forces recapture Sheffield.

NESR engages in chemical warfare with the new engineered chemical known as STAGO-X which can severely impact breathing and vision if inhaled.

Cairo is seized by forces from southern Africa.

Hong Kong sees relative stability despite the siege – all residents are nourished due to the supplies, and morale remains high.

NESR puts focus on keeping Britannia, pushing the Neo-European and Nordican forces further back.

A video, later uncovered to be a synthetic computer-generated recording, is released of General Secretary Murphy insisting he is well. The Alliance deduces it is fake. Nordica secures South America.

#### 2147

NESR Politburo states they have planted large landmines underneath towns in the north of England, and if National Alliance forces do not retreat, they will be detonated. Commissar for War Said Drareni uses this tactic as if the Nationals advance, they will kill the men, women and children they claim to be liberating.

Southern Persia and Oman are captured from the GUISS, restricting their Indian Ocean access.

People mysteriously fall ill en masse with nausea and diarrhoea; President Chang suggests GUISS have poisoned the water supplies and urges citizens not to drink tap water until more information is found.

In France, a pro-Neo-European Revolution occurs – some storm into parliament. Paramilitaries capture Dux Melon, publically hanging him, his wife and two children. Neo-Europe supporters declare it territory of the megastate once more, though NESR are gearing towards another invasion.

NESR forces start to retreat from occupied Nordican territories.

NESR announces they are withdrawing most troops from Louisiana, the Mediterranean and Eastern Europe to focus on holding Britannia, then a ‘massive strike back.’

NESR activates the landmines below the Neo-European occupied lands of Grimsby, killing 30,000 residents and several hundred troops and officials. Drareni threatens to detonate them in every single town if necessary.

In response to the STAGO-X chemical, Nordica informs the War Council they have engineered a new virus dubbed the ‘Mirravirus,’ which is an Ebola-influenza hybrid. Vaccines are quickly administered to those who have not yet received it in Neo-Europe and Nordica. Within weeks it has spread rapidly through GUISS and NESR.

In the occupied agricultural areas of Britannia, quick and safe temporary mass-housing facilities are assembled due to forced evacuations from British towns out of fear of more detonations. This is in addition to land built up in Prussia for the same purpose.

On 19 June, a joint statement by the Politburo is released, read by War Commissar Said Draeni upon broadcast, announcing that **General Secretary Oscar Murphy has died aged 50** several weeks earlier. He explains Murphy developed a brain tumour, then contracted pneumonia and has been in a vegetative state since September of 2146. He is declared the ‘most influential man in Europe for over two centuries’ and it is made known he made provisions upon his death. His testament explains joint leadership from the Politburo should succeed him. As a result, Deputy and acting General Secretary Victoria Oswald is relieved of her position. Drareni declares NESR must fight on in Murphy’s name. Van Helsing criticises NESR’s secrecy, saying it represents their lack of faith in public knowledge, she also sees it as an opportunity to incite instability in NESR. Several days later, it is announced Murphy’s body will be put on display in London in the Palace of Westminster – now ‘Fort Murphy.’ The building was once Britain’s parliament and later Britannia’s assembly. The Politburo says the funeral must be cancelled as several Politburo members have fallen ill, as well as thousands of NESR citizens. They call it an ‘obvious Capitalist produced bioweapon’ and that scientists are working on a cure and/or vaccine.

Conscription is announced; every male in NESR Britannia between 18 and 40 years of age must go to the town centres, where military coaches are waiting. From there they will be assessed – whether to become a soldier or help with supplies, vehicles, technology etc. If this is not enough, non-parental women will be used as well as 16- and 17-year-olds.

Dozens of British NESR regions mutiny and risk their lives to fight alongside Neo-Europe. Several Generals supported this, even encouraging their soldiers to fire at other NESR troops. Several ‘socialist sympathisers’ are shot in the mutinied ranks. In response, the Halifax Landmines are activated in the mostly abandoned town, but it still kills several hundred and destroyed much of the infrastructure. This was another attempt to deter mutinies and National Alliance advancements.

NESR fights hard to retain their British territory. There are rebellions in Romia and the western Balkans, further limiting NESR’s impact.

#### 2148

London’s resources are becoming increasingly scarce; it is uncovered the NESR Politburo have fled to Kilkenny, Eire several weeks prior in secret. Three of the members died due to the Mirravirus and most remain ill. This suggests London’s capture may not be the be-all-and-end-all of the war it was initially portrayed as.

Further evidence suggests the Politburo may flee to the GUISS. Rebellions across the Mediterranean intensify, with some parts essentially in anarchy as both sides focus on Britannia.

Various groups and individuals, mainly Romia, Grecia and western Balkans practice this new right of ‘freedom’ to varying degrees of success. This includes Neo-European loyalists.

The Commonwealth of India is invaded despite mines in the Himalayas; GUISS engaged in a mainly air-based invasion. They are holding a strong line just south of Lahore.

The NESR Politburo arrive in GUISS while London and Eire are close to falling. The few remaining NESR officials in Louisiana surrender, agreeing GUISS will claim what they can while most is ceded Nordica, who are expected to return the territory to Neo-Europe following a National Alliance victory, which seems ever more likely.

Rations in Hong Kong are running low and the territory is on the brink of collapse. While the water situation improved, taps are running dry. Neo-Europe risks sending bottles of water and food packets.

General Ader reports the situation in Eastern Europe as ‘unstable’ despite being occupied, with food and communication problems. After taking Birmingham, London’s siege is finally overturned when joint Neo-European and Nordican forces set foot into the city. The figure of highest authority there, **NESR Lieutenant James Bucham signs the ultimatum of surrender**, despite the Politburo’s demands to not do as such. Premier Van Helsing sees this as a tremendous victory and are happy to have London as part of Neo-Europe once more. The city is not yet integrated, however. Due to the possibility of active explosives, the city is evacuated and residents relocated until it is proven safe, as with the rest of Britannia’s major settlements.

The Offensive into Ireland, started by Nordica, continues as Neo-European forces land on the east coast.

#### 2149

London and the rest of Britannia is deemed safe; most residents gradually return though this will not be mandatory until the war’s formal end due to the possibility of transport being shot at. Many residents live in temporary housing due to the amount of damage in the city and entire state.

The War Cabinet resettles in London, though Empress Elaine and other Stuttgarts remain in Berlin. India continues to be a complicated situation, but it is improved as troops and supplies formally in Britain are relocated to the Indian front. As a result, GUISS suffers a harsh pushback.

Ireland is captured, and much of the southern states are reconsolidated – but the Balkans remain loose. Premier Van Helsing says that while NESR is all but defeated, Neo-Europe must remain committed to Nordica, not stopping until Nordica does. She says the NESR Politburo have degraded into GUISS’ playthings and have no authority there. She says the GUISS writer Zaystev represents a future of potential mutual support. 7 million soldiers have died, along with millions more civilians.

In exile, NESR continues to claim all of Neo-Europe. Later, several thousand NESR-loyal troops arrive in GUISS. GUISS’ proposed conditions of peace are rejected by the War Council, but they do see the need to stop fighting. **An armistice is signed in Europe** – this follows **nuclear warfare between Nordica and GUISS.** But, fighting in India continues.

#### 2150

2150 – In January, GUISS officially surrenders on all fronts and will agree to ‘any reasonable terms of peace’ proposed by Nordica and Neo-Europe. Van Helsing stresses the world cannot return to old borders and pretend nothing happened - ‘GUISS is responsible for 40 million deaths, if not more.’ Following Nordica’s own proposals, Van Helsing, along with the Indian and African Premiers, drew up a peace treaty.

Fulfilling Nordica’s proposal, they accept Hong Kong will become an international city (but remaining under Neo-European jurisdiction).

Personal terms include:

* Return all Politburo members and other officials of the former Neo-European Socialist Republic for a fair trial to give closure to the events of the war.
* The immediate return of all Neo-European territory currently annexed or occupied.
* Territories including much of Persia including Neo-European access to the Caspian Sea, Oman, Iraq, Tibet, The Crimea & Southeast Ukraine.
* A semi-independent Turkestan (in relation to Neo-Europe) stretching from Urumqi to the Caspian and meeting India & Tibet in the south to act as a buffer state between Neo-Europe and GUISS. Turkestan would have its own head of state but would be under Neo-Europe’s protection.
* A reduction of the GUISS armed forces to less than two million total personnel.
* Demilitarise the land west of the Volga.
* The admission of Nordican and Neo-European Officers into GUISS to ensure the admission of more moderate policies
* All extra-terrestrial equipment – satellites, moonbases, etc will be seized for the current time.

All these are in addition to Nordica’s demands.

Premier Van Helsing delays the Commons election by a year due to Neo-Europe simply being unable to hold one as of yet. Minor fighting is occurring across the Mediterranean to ensure rebels are stopped in their tracks.

General Ader is informed the surviving members of the Politburo have arrived into Neo-European territory, currently being in Odessa. However, when the train was having an overnight stay in Poprad, Czechoslovakia, a far-right activist, Jakob Kovac, managed to break in and shoot former Commissar for War Said Drareni. He was immediately discovered and arrested. An investigation is launched as they were intended to be prisoners of the highest security and importance, but for the time being more guards are deployed. The Politburo members are tried, all being given life sentences in the high security prison of Verratarin, on the artificial island of the same name. The island is 300 miles east of the Falklands.

Their sentences include: Crimes against humanity, war crimes, treason, murder, civil unrest and propagating illegal ideologies. Premier Van Helsing insists execution was not right as these criminals should live with the crimes they have committed and they ‘must see every last element of their illegitimate regime dismantled.’ They are forbidden from leaving Verratarin under any circumstances.

## Reconstruction

#### 2151

25 Seats are added to the total of the Neo-European Commons, bringing the total number of seats to 775. It also marks the first election since 2115 that the Slavic Nations and Wallachia-Moldova have been allowed to participate in, due to their part in the Civil War. In the first election in 11 years, and the first legitimate one in 16, the National Party gain a slim majority, and are optimistic about the following year’s Premiership Election. The victory is due to i) a fractured opposition and ii) the National Party’s major role in the Third World War (Neo-Europe saw a bout of Patriotism upon GUISS’ surrender). This cements the National Party as one representing European Values, Royalty, Conservatism and mixed economic values.

The Coronation of Empress Elaine occurs, six years after she succeeded her father, Oliver, who was too ill to attend the celebration.

Prince Wolfgang, 38, and his wife, Katerina Mikos, announce the birth of their first child, Victoria.

Premier van Helsing unveils reconstruction policies, such as employment incentives and big public spending plans. Mass employment is organised to rebuild damaged towns and cities.

Following months of disputes, the opposition parties formally designate Liberal Leader Amira Hassan, 41, as Leader of the Opposition.

Nordica leader Svend Anker commits suicide due to guilt over his actions during the war’ Van Helsing is upset as they developed a strong friendship during the war. In respect, the Neo-European flag is hung at half-mast – a rarity for a foreign leader – due to his part in restoring democracy in Neo-Europe.

#### 2152

Empress Elaine rewards the ‘heroes of the war’ with Knighthoods, Damehoods and other titles. Significantly, Premier Van Helsing becomes a Dame, and African & Indian Premiers Abiy Zewde and Jagvir Singh, as well as General Albert Ader, are given Knighthoods. Other leading Lieutenants, Governors and Hong Kong President Laura Chang are rewarded. Many soldiers are given the Order of Wolfgang in honour of their service. Svend Anker is posthumously given this reward too.

As expected, Van Helsing wins the Premiership election and gained 64% of the vote. Despite holding the title ‘Premier of Neo-Europe’ since 2145, this is the first time she is elected into the position. A true Cabinet will be formed, replacing the caretaker Cabinet of recent years.

The 18th Dalai Lama, Dechen Gyatso, is appointed co-governor of Tibet (along with the elected Samteng Norbu) upon her return to the state. She will also continue as Neo-Europe’s official representative of Buddhism. She returned to her home country after a life in Hindustan due to fear of persecution from the GUISS. Han Chinese are permitted to stay, although cooperation with GUISS means a working relocation programme exists for them to live in GUISS. Tibet will act as a self-governing, autonomous region and part of the greater Commonwealth of India, with Special Administrative Status.

#### 2253

Former Emperor Oliver dies aged 89 and is survived by his wife Catherine, daughter Elaine, two brothers, a sister, several grandchildren and a great granddaughter. His reign was not remembered fondly but the flag is lowered out of respect.

#### 2154

Referendums in the states of Maghrebia, Levantia and Egyptia occur regarding their status; all three voted for greater representation. Maghrebia and Egyptia made the decision to have less influence in Neo-Europe and seek closer ties with the more culturally similar Levantia. The three states will form the Commonwealth of United Arab and Maghrebian States, colloquially known as the Arab Commonwealth. It will be the third autonomous Commonwealth, following the successful creation of India and Africa. An election for the new Arab Commons is immediately held and Beirut is set as the Interim Capital until the new government votes on a permanent one. But until Neo-Europe’s Commons Election, the Egyptian and Maghrebi deputies are permitted to remain. Some minor tension occurs as the Leader of the Liberal Party, Amira Hassan, is from Maghreb. She states she will resign in due course.

Nursultan Omarov, a Kazakh, is elected the first President of Turkestan following Neo-Europe’s ‘interim transitional period’ of rule, which was military-esque and reminiscent of occupation. The full situation of Turkestan is finalised: it will act as an independent state with very close ties to Neo-Europe – it will share its currency and industry with Neo-Europe, as well as open borders between the two nations, for a minimum of 25 years. Some cartographers consider it to be an ‘associate state’ of Neo-Europe due to these close ties. A constitution for Turkestan is written by the new Government and ratified through Empress Elaine. It puts forward a Unitary Democracy of rule inspired by Pan-Turkic ideals. Debates are brought up with the Persian speaking Tajikistan; for the meantime it is granted Special Administrative Status with its own devolved government.

As part of the post-war recovery, Premier Van Helsing announces the construction of a high speed ‘New Silk Road’ railway which will span from Dhaka to Constantinople, going through India, Persia, Levantia and Turkia. It will create thousands of new jobs in its construction and thousands more upon its completion. It is expected to be finished by 2170.

#### 2155

Following deep analysis, linguists determine, due to language convergence, the Germanic Languages of English, Dutch, Frisian and German are ‘too similar’ to be considered separate languages. Significant dialectal differences remain, though linguists have classified them as all varieties of ‘Anglish’ otherwise known as ‘Common West Germanic.’ Due to the extent of Neo-Europe, ‘Anglish’ has spread significantly, especially in India and Africa, as well as replacing the English used in Greater Louisiana (although that is considered another dialect of the language). Premier Van Helsing and Culture & Language Secretary Jair Castronaro stress they remain committed to preserving languages of the past. For example, an incentive in Eire has gained Federal Funding, which supports the restoration of Irish, which fell out of use and its last native speaker died over 80 years prior. Similar convergence is reported in other regions: Castilian Spanish, Galician and Portuguese have become mutually intelligible, with this language being known as Common Iberian. This has also been reported with some Slavic Languages – Czech and Slovak’s differences are gone, as are the differences in the Slavic Languages of Slavo-Balkia.

Administrative reforms proposed by the Federal Government pass through Parliament and are approved by Empress Elaine:

* Neo-Europe’s official name, The Federal Empire of Neo-Europe, has been changed to The Commonwealths of Neo-Europe. (Neo-Europe remains both Federal and an Empire, however.)
* Neo-Europe proper will be known as The Commonwealth of Neo-Europe. Despite their equal titles, the Premier of Neo-Europe outranks Premiers of other Commonwealths, being leader of the Neo-European Commonwealth as well as leader of the Federal Government.
* The Premier of Neo-Europe will act as the Monarch’s personal representative across the entire nation.
* The Commonwealth of America is created, which incorporates Patagonia, Falklands and Greater Louisiana.
* The Monarch’s authority as Head of State remains unchanged.
* The Neo-European Senate will admit members from all states and Commonwealths, not just Neo-Europe. The number of Senators will increase, though the amount from each state will be capped at 20. Senators remain unelected and is typically a position held for life. The Senate will serve as the place representatives from across Neo-Europe will meet.

Therefore, Neo-Europe has been divided into The Five Commonwealths of Neo-Europe, India, Africa, Arabia & Maghrebia and America, each with their own ‘Sub-Federal Government’ and Premier.

#### 2156

In the Commons Election, the National Party’s majority increases by 37, but Liberals also grow in number of seats, suggesting they are becoming a more realistic contender for the Nationals.

#### 2157

Incumbent Premier Catherine Van Helsing, aged 69, wins another term with 59% of the Popular Vote.

#### 2158

A Socialist Revolt in Tashkent, Turkestan occurs. It is quelled by forces quickly sent from India – representing Neo-Europe’s authority over Turkestan.

A tunnel connecting the Falklands to Patagonia is completed after nearly three decades, slowed down due to the War.

#### 2159

A divide begins within the National Party. Some backbenchers are against the large level of government influence in the economy, desiring to privatise sectors for a more free-market economy. The group is organised by the Trans-Polish Konstantin Smirnov, 63, who until the end of the War lived in Ukraine, GUISS (though ethnically he is a mix of Russian and Kalmyk, which gives him a somewhat Asian appearance). His early life was troubled, plagued by the Communism of GUISS. He fears Dictatorships and Socialism, hence his strongly free market and conservative views.

Neo-European scientists in Frankfurt announce the discovery of a cure for Cancer, involving the use of several new synthetic chemicals. Large scale trials begin following the initial successes. With already increased screening accuracy and improved treatments of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, it will significantly reduce deaths and improve the lives of many cancer sufferers. Health Minister Hans Scholz is especially pleased. Once the trials end, the cure will be available across Neo-Europe as part of the National Healthcare Agency and will be offered to foreign states to purchase, or produce.

Mexico is invaded by GUISS and Panama, a Nordican Dependency, in separate attacks. Premier Van Helsing stresses Neo-Europe’s neutrality, although small scale munitions will be sent to the Mexican Government to preserve their independence. The Commonwealth of America decides to deploy the military in Louisiana for defensive purposes, ordered by Premier Brussard LeBlanc. He stresses it is not an act of aggression.

#### 2160

Konstantin Smirnov’s faction officially break off from the National Party, and gives the faction the name of The Orthodox Party. 74 National Party Deputies constitute the new party – not a lot but enough to damage the National Party, reducing their majority. Premier Van Helsing is secure in her role, and many parties support her post-war incentives, and she is not looking at forming a coalition due to the next Commons election in a year’s time.

The Middle East sees several changes: a new state, Hejaz, is formed out of far west Saudi Arabia after they sold the region. Hejaz will join the Arab Commonwealth. Oman votes to change its Commonwealth affiliation, from India to Arabia, effective immediately. Due to Hejaz, it is now linked to the Arab Commonwealth by land.

A referendum in Tajiki Turkestan – they voted to join the state of Persia, and thus the Indian Commonwealth. Similarly, a referendum occurred in north west Punjab (once the Persian speaking portion of Afghanistan) to also join Persia.

Jerusalem, and Mecca both become ‘free cities’ like Hong Kong. Mecca was due to a condition set by Saudi Arabia on Mecca’s purchase due to its significance in Islam, and the same was decided with Jerusalem due to its cultural and religious significance. The cities will remain Neo-European territory but simultaneously function as their own nation. Both have smaller populations than Hong Kong. Jerusalem and Mecca will elect a Mayor instead of a President for this reason.

## The Fight Against Terror

#### 2161

Boundary changes are approved for the Neo-European Commons, with now 800 Seats. The National Party loses its majority but remains the largest party, forming a coalition with the Liberal Party on the condition that Premier Van Helsing does not run-in next year’s Premiership Election. She agrees, forcing 62 Deputies to cross the floor to the Orthodox Party. Still, a National-Liberal Cabinet is formed.

The Commons votes to decriminalise the ideologies of Communism and Republicanism. Though the formation of parties with these ideals remains forbidden indefinitely.

Former National Party Premier Sir Alois Carron dies aged 97. Premier for 18 years between 2122 and 2140, he had a big impact. After living in Nordica for 13 years, he returned to Neo-Europe in 2153, where after a year in London he lived in his rebuilt family manor where he died. He was survived by various children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren along with many political admirers (especially self-proclaimed *Carronites* within the National Party). He was given a state funeral.

A terrorist attack occurs in Naples, Romia involving an explosion that killed 12 people and injured several more. The terrorist responsible died in the blast trying to escape; he was believed to be a member of the Judeo-Christian group Sanctorum. The group is placed under investigation as prior actions were peaceful. In the ratings system, they are moved from ‘yellow’ – potentially damaging views, to ‘red’ – dangerous actions.

The world’s oldest documented human, Romian Bella Salvini, dies aged 140, two months before her 141st birthday - the eldest of less than a hundred individuals still alive preceding Neo-Europe’s formation. She was old enough to remember Ernesto Mussolini’s rise to power & his defeat, the rise of Neo-Europe, Civil War and World War. she lived through 4 monarchs and 12 Premiers.

#### 2162

The Liberal (and National) Candidate, Catalan Valentina Espina, narrowly loses to the Orthodox Konstantin Smirnov, making him become Premier with 44% of the popular vote to Espina's 42%. A further 98 National Deputies, as well as the three Fascists and 27 Liberals, cross the floor to the Orthodox Party, making them only two Deputies short of a majority. This is soon solved by the complete integration of Christian Voice; their two Deputies agree to sit as Orthodox.

After surviving a vote of no confidence, Catherine Van Helsing, 74, remains leader of the National Party.

In Hamburg, an attack by Sanctorum occurs, killing and injuring an upward of 9 and 23, respectively. The three perpetrators attempt to flee into Nordica but are intercepted by Nordican authorities. They are transferred by Nordican officials to a Neo-European Court where they are tried and sentenced for the attack.

An arrest warrant is placed on Sanctorum Leader and ‘Pope Pretender’ Sebastian Bauer, currently believed to be in self-inflicted exile in French Guyana.

#### 2163

A special episode of the vintage British Science Fiction show Doctor Who is produced for its 200th anniversary, to air on 23 November. Off and off television for the past two centuries, it airs on the streaming service Raum. The 43rd Doctor is played by Augustus Soutar and is written by showrunner Neil Fitzgerald.

The three Sanctorum terrorists are found guilty and taken to Verratarin Prison.

Several smaller attacks occur, with Sanctorum claiming responsibility.

#### 2164

Premier Smirnov’s new bill, proposing the privatisation of Banks and most Transportation, is passed through the Commons. With this, a further 11 National Party deputies cross the floor to the Orthodox Party as Van Helsing was against the move. Smirnov hopes more sectors are privatised if this succeeds. The Party Christian Voice, while not currently having any Deputies, is suspended due to links with the party and terrorist group Sanctorum.

#### 2165

The Omani Djamila Saleh, 41, is elected as the Third Premier of the Arab Commonwealth in their General Election. She is a member of the Mutahad Bloc of moderates, promising reform and unity among all peoples of the Commonwealth, from ‘Arabs, Berbers, Jews and Kurds alike.’

A Summit in Tashkent occurs, involving a meeting between Premier Smirnov and Turkestani President Omarov, to discuss mutual affairs. Omarov stresses his desire for continued close ties.

12 Sanctorum members carry out a high-level attack in Paris including bombings on trains and in two football stadiums. 421 people died in total, including 7 of the terrorists. Later, at circa 8PM, a bomb was activated by the Arc de Triomphe which killed several people standing close by. The police quickly intervened with these attacks; within a few hours only one terrorist remained out of captivity. Premier Smirnov made an emotional address to the nation, stating he advised Empress Elaine to sign an Executive Order which authorised extra police and some military personnel into every major city. All residents of the Île-de-France region are told to remain indoors until further notice. The remaining terrorist is captured and exiled to Mars, a first for criminals, as a lesson to other terrorists.

#### 2166

Only months before the next Commons Election, Premier Smirnov passed a controversial constitutional change which would make the Commons and Premier Elections occur on the same day instead of a year apart. Empress Elaine authorised the change and amended the Constitution.

In the elections, the National Party gains a plurality and Van Helsing is elected as Premier following a term as Leader of the Opposition. Smirnov accepts the result and announces he will remain as Orthodox Party Leader. The SDU lose all of their seats, a first for the Party, while the Fascists endorsed the Orthodox Party and Christian Voice was suspended.

The five Premiers of the Commonwealths and Presidents of Constantinople and Hong Kong, and the Mayors of Mecca and Jerusalem, meet in Hong Kong to discuss mutual affairs. One proposition was to create an international body, not existing since the United Nations declined and was then abolished. Its name is decided to be the International Confederation and its primary purpose is to ensure peace remains between all nations. All nations are invited to join, with special emphasis on Nordica and GUISS, both accept. Notable rejections are French Guyana and Aurora Vanguard Republic, both staunchly anti-Neo-Europe.

#### 2167

Premier Van Helsing admits Sanctorum’s influence is spreading across the border in Nordica. She announces random inspections by special police into people’s houses to ensure no radical material is spread. In addition, travellers will be randomly given detailed background checks, and all will be thoroughly searched upon arrival. She states punishments of seditious materials will be harsh.

The National Census shows Christianity is rising for the first time in Neo-Europe. In the past 10 years, Christianity (all denominations) has risen by 12%, true for most states but especially in Prussia, Francia, Romia and Trans-Poland. Smaller rises in other religions are seen – Judaism by 7% and the already more prominent Islam by 6%. Secular Hinduism in the Commonwealth of India’s central states remain common but the overall influence of religion in India has deteriorated. As expected, Tibet saw rises in Buddhism, ad for the first time in two centuries Buddhism has been allowed to thrive in the state.

The Free City of Mecca reports several detonations in and around the city; in one blast the religiously significant Kaaba was damaged. Sanctorum is accused. Mecca Mayor Ibrahim Khan is placed under higher security, out of fear of assassination attempts. It is likely the event increased Islamic extremism due to the Kaaba’s significance.

Premier of the Indian Commonwealth, Persian Muslim Hassan Khamenei, 65, has his powers suspended following repeated yelling of ‘death to all Jews!’ in a Commons sitting. A controversial figure, in the past he shared conspiracy theories of a ‘secret network of Jews running Neo-Europe.’ Despite Sanctorum having mainly Christian intentions, Khamenei insisted it is a front for the Jewish cause; in the days following the damage to the Kaaba he became increasingly intolerant of Jews (and Christians, though not at the same level). Treasurer of the Indian Commonwealth Dhruvi Suresh governs in his place, at least until his potential acquittal. He was not permitted to return; therefore, Suresh became Premier.

Liberal Party Leader Alexander Miliband, 43, proposes a controversial bill that then passed in the Neo-European Commons – only most of the Orthodox Party and some National Party backbenchers opposed it. The Bill, titled Ban on Religious Activities and Celebrations, forbids any sort of religious activity apart from those in people’s own homes. All Churches, Mosques, Synagogues and Temples across Neo-Europe must close for at least 10 years, where the act will be reviewed in 2177. Premier Van Helsing encourages the Commons of other Commonwealths to pass similar legislation.

In Geneva, the first International Confederation Conference was a success. Key leaders of most nations were in attendance (notable exceptions of French Guyana and Aurora Vanguard Republic). The leaders of the three megastates discussed the re-emergence of religious radicalism and methods to combat it. Also discussed was the near-complete post-war recovery of the nations. GUISS leader Yasuo died only hours after the conference; Foreign Secretary Klaus Hindenberg is dispatched to Moscow to pay his respects on behalf of Neo-Europe, an event that has not happened for many decades between the two nations.

#### 2168

The Commonwealth of America agrees to pass an Act mirroring Neo-Europe’s ban on religion. In the Arab Commonwealth, a similar bill was rejected, despite the calls of Premier Saleh. In the African and Indian Commonwealths, acts are passed that would close places of worship apart from religious holidays – therefore, specific events like Christmas or Diwali will still be able to be celebrated publically and in places of worship, but only during allocated periods. Nothing is yet proposed in Jerusalem and Mecca. Empress Elaine later signs an Executive Order following the pleas of Saleh and Van Helsing, imposing similar restrictions in the Arab Commonwealth to India and Africa, this is later modified to include Jerusalem and Mecca.

Nordica sees continuous attacks too, resulting in their decision to try to extradite Sebastian Bauer from French Guyana. Nordica is seen as the only option, given hostilities between Neo-Europe and French Guyana. Nordican Commissioner Lund asked the nation to allow Panamanian forces to enter the nation to allow Bauer’s arrest. What resulted was an aggressive negotiation between Lund and French Guyanese President Jean-Yves Layne. She threatens invasion if passage is not granted; Layne reluctantly accepts Nordican entry into French Guyana to arrest the faux Pope. However, the situation is complicated – when Guyanese officials were sent to Bauer’s apartment, they discovered a pistol and Bauer over a pile of blood. He was quickly moved into a mobile hospital on a Nordican helicopter and was in a critical condition, suffering serious damage to the brain. But it is believed he is able to sufficiently recover for his trial. His condition is determined as the result of an attempted suicide, likely Bauer would rather have died than suffer the rest of his life in imprisonment. Lund and later Van Helsing meet with him following his recovery, insisting he will suffer as he watched his regime crumble through the decades. In court, he is found guilty of all charges, including High Treason and Crimes against humanity. He is sent to Verratarin. While it is accepted that Sanctorum will not die with Bauer’s imprisonment, it would still have an impact. Despite his injuries, Bauer, at 49 years old, is expected to still live for several decades. In Verratarin he is closely monitored with half a dozen guards at all times to ensure he does not attempt another suicide.

Militants attempt to seize Jerusalem in a ‘crusade.’ While failing, they inflict significant damage on Al-Aqsa Mosque, forcefully closed several months prior. The attackers are believed to be Jewish in origin, though it is also possible it was cover. The mosque saw several large explosions from the inside. A third of the outer structure remains, though no people died as it was closed for religious activity. They planned to assassinate Jerusalem Mayor Assim Oder but were quickly stopped there. Several are arrested, though they refuse to cooperate with the authorities. Jerusalem is locked down while a search can be carried out, though nothing is found.

#### 2169

In an abandoned warehouse in Jerusalem, three months after the attack on the mosque, a large pile of ash is discovered on the floor and the building was clearly burned from the inside. Until further evidence is seen, it is presumed the ashes are that of the attackers, who burned themselves to erase their personal details and, thus, affiliation.

The 81-year-old Premier Catherine Van Helsing announces she will retire from politics. At her age, she reports several minor illnesses and suggested both her mental and physical state are beginning to decline, as well as the worsening health of her husband. Vice Premier Benito Brossi, 71, will act as Premier until the results of the National Party Leadership contest is finished. He and Foreign Secretary Klaus Hindenberg, 44, are the frontrunners.

A large ship, believed to have once been the property of trading company Delvo, was shot at half a mile from the high security prison Verratarin. The Neo-European Navy detected the ship and asked for the intentions of its occupants, though they did not respond. They then shot at the Navy. When the Navy shot at it, it was eventually captured and it was discovered the insides were converted into a mobile shrine/Church. The Captain, or ‘Priest,’ as his crew referred to him, explained they came to liberate Bauer from Verratarin. Some of the crew escaped on an affiliated submarine, but most were captured and placed under custody on the Naval Carrier Bronstein. It will go to the Falklands then likely fly to London. The ship was armed and had various religious texts and some of Bauer’s personal possessions. It is likely Sanctorum purchased the ship years ago for this very purpose.

Since religious worship was banned, police reported intervening in over 12,000 illegal ceremonies. Several hundred were said to be of a ‘radical nature.’

In the National Party Leadership race, Benito Brossi narrowly beats Klaus Hindenberg. A cabinet reshuffle occurs following this. He emphasises national security, and is the first Romian to assume Premiership since Giovanna Ricci did almost 80 years prior.

The New Silk Road Railway is completed a year sooner than expected, linking Dhaka to Constantinople and Nur-Sultan through a high-speed railway network. Premier Brossi sees this as a ‘great success’ for trade and tourism.

#### 2170

Disaster occurs at Felipe Nuclear Power Plant in northern Iberia. Radiation levels are higher than usual in a 150-mile radius around the plant. One of the reactors exploded, which caused the disaster. Mass evacuation in the area is occurring due to the blast. Droids are sent to identify bodies and potentially decontaminate some survivors. 90 workers are confirmed to have died, though all 800 likely perished in the blast. Temporary settlement for the 7 million displaced Iberians across Neo-Europe is organised. Premier Brossi asks Nordica for assistance with the aftermath, given that during the Third World War Nordica worked on de-radiation methods for its cities hit by nuclear bombs. They accept, though stress its difficulty and time – it may still take years to be permanently resettled, but still less than if no action is taken.

Many Churches, Mosques and Synagogues are converted into museums or ‘Centres of Cultural Significance’ where a town may gather for local non-religious celebrations, for example. Religion is further designated a private and personal matter. An Act is passed that forbids any sort of religious clothing, jewellery or hairstyle, therefore anything from wearing a crucifix necklace, to a headscarf to beards for religious purposes are forbidden. This affects only the Commonwealth of Neo-Europe. However, extremism remains widespread. Several attacks from Sanctorum occur, though many are from small groups using the name to benefit from its popularity among extremists. One large attack occurred in Warsaw and was directed at the Mayor. While the mayor survived, many of her colleagues did not and the building suffered damage.

Premier Brossi assures all religious sites will be ‘preserved like the pieces of history they are’ and strongly asserts the government does not intend to destroy them. The Government are also criticised for ‘turning a blind eye’ to Tibet. The autonomous state of the Commonwealth of India has suffered no disruption on religious activities. Brossi asserts it is because no Buddhist extremism has occurred in Tibet, and they have suffered enough through the centuries.

**2171** – In the Commons Election, the Liberal Party gain 402 out of 800 Seats – a very slim majority. Liberal Leader, Briton Alexander Miliband, 47, has won the simultaneous Premiership election. Brossi hands in his resignation to Empress Elaine, who invites Miliband to form a new government. Miliband is more economically and socially moderate than his National Party Candidates but is staunchly anti-religious.

**2172** – In Turkestan, the Uzbek Maqsuda Jorayeva, 56, is elected as the nation’s second President. She expresses a desire to continue Omarov’s work and close ties with Neo-Europe.

The Five Premiers of the Commonwealths, as well as President Jorayeva, meet in New Orleans to discuss mutual affairs. While they agree religious extremism is in decline, they stress it is too early to restore religous liberties.

#### 2173

Premier Miliband pledges his support for greater funding of Space Travel beyond the Solar System. He announces the military budget would be slightly reduced to compensate for the increased Space budget for NESA (Neo-European Space Agency) following their successes on Mars and the Moon. Miliband expects the first ship to set off within 50 years, explaining the technology to actually reach there exists, but the speed it takes must be improved. He is sure scientists could reach Proxima Centurai in some people’s lifetimes.

Princess Victoria, 22, announces her marriage to the Punjabi Karanveer Singh, 23. They met two years ago, both studying Philosophy at Oxford University. Their marriage meant a state holiday would occur, many businesses and offices closed to celebrate the event.

Turkestani President Maqsuda Jorayeva asks Empress Elaine for permission to hold a referendum on the future of Turkestan; she accepts. The Turkestanis overwhelmingly vote to officially join Neo-Europe as its Sixth Commonwealth. Jorayeva will become the first Premier and her duties remain the same as her being President. People imagine Turkestan’s reasoning was due to feeling threatened by GUISS, their former nation, although GUISS had made very few aggressive acts since the war.

The nation of Nyala in Africa secedes from Nordica; Neo-Europe begins diplomatic relations with the new nation., as well as a preliminary trade deal.

## ScavraVirus and Economic Troubles

#### 2174

In May, in Bengaluru, Dravidistan sees thousands become ill, with symptoms including coughing blood, extreme nausea and fever. The city is quarantined and travel to and from Dravidistan is restricted. Samples are sent for scientific analysis: the death rate is estimated at 10%. It is discovered to be an entirely new virus unrelated to anything before and is named the Scavravirus, with an efficient test being developed, as well as work on vaccinations if it spreads. Health Minister Claudette Carron, 38, takes charge of the issue politically. Travel restrictions to Dravidistan are tightened.
Within a month, the Scavravirus has spread to almost every state and has killed 25,000, which soon rises to 30,000 which prompts Miliband and the other Premiers to mutually agree to impose serious restrictions across Neo-Europe, such as closing schools and businesses. Miliband stresses it is not done for political reasons. They are expected to last for two months. The Scavravirus Act passes. Restrictions are extended for another month.

Three months in, 115,000 deaths are recorded. Indian Premier Dhruvi Suresh is diagnosed with the virus. The situation in the Indian States improve, though Europe continues to suffer – especially Iberia and Prussia. Frisia suffers badly in proportion to its population. Seven distinct genetic varieties of the virus are detected, and vaccines so far only respond positively to the original strain, suggesting more work is needed.

#### 2175

A vaccine that is 65% effective against the original strain (most prevalent in the Indian Commonwealth) is approved. Adapting the vaccine is seen as a possible outcome in defeating the other variants.
Findings show the economy has suffered, with GDP falling for the first time since the Third World War. 500,000 deaths are recorded 8 months in.

Premier Miliband himself contracts the virus, with provisions set up in case of death or serious illness. After a month, he recovers, assisted by experimental medication. He states, however, that his mother has recently died due to the virus.

#### 2176

A million total deaths are recorded in January. Miliband urges people to remain cautious – mutations remain a strong possibility. He also stressed the importance of economic recovery as Neo-Europe greatly suffered, though he believed the restrictions to be necessary.
The Liberals and Miliband win the Commons and Premiership elections with a slightly increased majority.

#### 2177

The Ban on Religious Freedoms Act is extended for another five years, minimum, upon its review.
To celebrate its 200th anniversary, a new Star Wars film is released. Production was plagued by the restrictions but it still managed to be released on time.

Crown Prince Ahmed Hassan, husband of Empress Elaine, dies aged 95.

Premier Miliband accepts General Secretary Hoon of GUISS’ offer to meet in a decade in Vladivostok, though says it will most likely be a successor. 75% of Neo-Europeans are vaccinated against the Scavravirus.

## Tekin's Coup and Rule

#### 2178

Details are made public about a Scavravirus outbreak at Verratarin Prison two years prior, with the government being heavily criticised for negligence. In the outbreak, it killed three former NESR Politburo members, seven other high priority prisoners and six guards. The Magistrate of Verratarin, Georges Demoux, is put under trial for his negligence and sentenced.
**The Berlin stock Market crashes** again, all but confirming Depression in Neo-Europe. Premier Miliband continues to prevent mass-unemployment and public unrest, though has only moderate success.

Stressing that many more millions becoming unemployed would be disastrous, as well as the amount of civil unrest, **Miliband reluctantly enacts Martial Law**. Turkian Marshal Ekrim Tekin, 48, leader of the Military, is announced to play a key part in Miliband’s decision making. Miliband says it is only a temporary measure to get the country back on track. Martial Law is enacted immediately, with most regional powers, notably economic planning and the ‘Secessionist Clause’ are removed. Resources from almost every state are seized by the Federal Government and rationing is imminent.

Within a month of martial law, on 11 October, Marshal Tekin and other military figures march into a Cabinet meeting, demanding more powers to control the population. Miliband declined, saying that while Neo-Europe is in a state of emergency, they are still a democracy. Tekin yelled at the Premier, accusing him of not understanding just how serious the situation is. With Tekin’s powers granted to him under martial law, **he sentences Miliband with treason and personally delivers his sentence, firing a single shot at the Premier and took his place in the meeting**. Tekin’s men then fired at other members of the Federal Cabinet, with only two members surviving and escaping. The soldiers then sat in the now empty chairs, kicking the bodies away if necessary. Tekin insisted he was provoked, and that martial law permitted is actions. He insists the title of Premier, ‘like all bureaucratic posts,’ has been abolished. He then appointed himself Supreme Marshal and announces the Supreme Military Council has replaced the Cabinet. He has placed much of the Imperial Family under house arrest at their London Koniglich Palace., insisting they will not be killed. Tekin was then driven around London and ordered soldiers following him to fire on anyone committing acts of violence or aggression. Following the drive, he returned to the Cabinet Office and ordered Miliband’s body thrown out of the window, falling into the Thames where it was retrieved the following morning.

Supposedly not on his orders, Miliband’s wife and three children were placed under custody then shot dead. Few politicians dared to speak against his actions, out of fear. Former Premier Smirnov, in Crimea, did however, as did Catherine Van Helsing, who was in Nordican North America at the time. The other Premiers of the Commonwealths had no choice but to bow to him out of fear for their lives and nations.

Mass protests occurred in Paris against Tekin’s regime; thousands were crushed by tanks, on Tekin’s orders. **The positions of Premiers and Governors** are abolished soon after, being replace with Governor-Generals and Marshals.

Van Helsing is offered permanent refuge in Nordica and she accepts.

Tekin insists that foreign nations do not need to fear threat of invasion, saying his only focus is bringing stability to Neo-Europe. However, most diplomatic relations were soon severed and he announced Neo-Europe’s withdrawal from the International Confederation.

#### 2179

A rebellion in Bengal is quelled by military forces, authorised by Governor-General of the Indian Commonwealth, Vihaan Patel.

Tekin believes more people now have access to food and shelter. Large emergency shelters are set up in most major cities, often repurposed factories. Tekin wishes for greater state control of farms and factories to maximise food production.

Leaders of the Bengal Rebellion are brought to London after being tortured and executed in a show trial, with Tekin in attendance. The 150 million unemployed people are offered jobs in areas such as construction and food distribution, as well as in the military.

Nordica worries about Verratarin, as some prisoners and staff are Nordican and have been forbidden to leave. In a sudden change of policy, Tekin orders the staff to leave ‘as soon as possible’ with Neo-European replacements already on their way. But, when Nordican authorities arrived, they noticed all prisoners were missing – a guard simply told them ‘they have been moved.’ The Neo-European authorities showed cooperation with the Nordicans in allowing them to leave unharmed.

The Stuttgarts are forcibly removed from Koniglich Palace, which is soon after repurposed as Tekin’s base of operations. They are moved to White Dacha in Yalta, Trans-Poland, where they are only allowed in and around the mansion. Empress Elaine met Tekin there, who insisted he was a cruel, heartless monster.

In Berlin, the most prominent prisoners of Verratarin suddenly emerge from the Reichstag, with the crippled Sebastian Bauer at the front. Tekin spoke to the large crowd in attendance and explained how keeping the prisoners alive showed weakness from the Neo-European politicians. He ordered Bauer to stand, and when he could not, was dragged out of his wheelchair by two guards and propped up. Tekin promptly shot Bauer, whose corpse fell down the steps of the Reichstag. Tekin then handed Governor-General Kreuz his gun and told him to ‘finish the rest,’ which he soon did. The crowd cheered and the event was broadcast around the nation.

New, massive farms in Francia. Trans-Poland Greater Louisiana and India are set up in their rural areas. Unemployed people are collected and dispatched to the farms and ordered to work at these new facilities.

The body of war hero, former General and later Marshal Albert Ader, 78, is discovered in his native Magyraus’ – a suspected suicide.

#### 2180

Tekin’s 50th birthday is celebrated throughout Neo-Europe. A private party at Koniglich Palace occurs, where most prominent military personnel were in attendance. There, Tekin said Neo-Europe is bouncing back to prosperity.

Ader’s death is proven to be suicide following evaluation. He consumed cyanide and a note was eventually found, where he expressed regret in his part in Tekin’s rise to power.

#### 2181

A Purge of the Armed Forces is announced by Tekin to remove what he considers traitors and saboteurs, as well as bureaucracy and corruption. Tekin sees Neo-Europe’s increasing production as a sign of self-sufficiency though says trae can still occur if other nations desire. The economic decline begins to plateau.

#### 2182

The military Purge is seen as successful. 50,000 were removed from their positions, with 30,000 of them sent to farms for work and 15,000 executed, with the rest simply being dismissed. The figure is skewed towards people in higher positions – 8 of the 11 high Marshals and over 50 high Lieutenants included. Low-grade soldiers were often promoted as Tekin deemed them more loyal.

Tekin forbids any form of immigration to foreign nations, specifically Nordica as he sees it as wrong for talent to be wasted abroad.

Princess Victoria, 31, falls pregnant though guards later forcibly abort the fetus.

#### 2183

Tekin now states the general population must be ‘assessed’ following the military purge.

Princess Victoria and her husband feel really distraught in the Dacha, and her mental health suffers.

#### 2184

Tekin intervenes in the White Dacha after previous complacency when he discovers Victoria is pregnant again – he assures her that if the guards were to terminate another pregnancy, they would suffer, saying the royals still have the right to have children.

Verratarin is converted into a secure base for Tekin. The building is able to withstand a nuclear blast. This follows the prison being empty for several years.

#### 2185

Victoria, with her husband Jaranveer Singh, give birth to a boy, Franz, in the White Dacha. Tekin dispatches several nurses to reside in the Dacha for extra assistance. The child is unable to be classified as a prince and technically keeps his father’s surname, Singh.

The results of the People’s Purge are released. 25 million were interrogated; two thirds of that were randomly selected. 15 million were sentenced, usually to farm camps. Around a million were executed, many former religious leaders, politicians, staunch anti-Tekinites, ‘purveyors of backwardness’ and ‘saboteurs of progress.’ Notable individuals executed include de-facto National Party Leader and former politician Klaus Hindenberg, leaders of the independence alliance Alok Agwarli, Eloise Lynch and Roman Lynovski. Former Premiers Konstantin Smirnov and Benito Brossi were exiled to remote villages in Greater Louisiana, believed to be due to their advanced ages.

Empress Elaine, 98, is removed from the White Dacha after complaints of severe pain and she is placed in Yalta General Hospital as a result.

Former Premier Catherine Van Helsing dies aged 97 following an illness in New York, Nordican North America. She reportedly requested a funeral and for her ashes to be buried there.

#### 2186

Empress Elaine dies aged 99 following her decision to be euthanized in Yalta. Her condition deteriorated and placed her into severe pain, making her decision of assisted suicide. Her son Wolfgang, 73, technically becomes Emperor though lacks any formal powers due to Tekin. Tekin explains that Elaine deserves a State Funeral ‘out of respect’.

Tekin arrives in Moscow with other Neo-European military personnel, for talks with GUISS and Nordica. Originally planned to take place in Vladivostok, Tekin insisted that was too far out of his safety. General Secretary Hoon allows two Soviet Guards to be replaced with Tekin’s for added security. Anti-terrorism and peace are discussed. **Tekin proposed a non-aggression pact between the three nations, valid for 25 years, with both nations agreeing.**

#### 2187

Elaine’s State Funeral takes place in London. Many royals are seen in public for the first time in decades, including presumptive Emperor Wolfgang II. Tekin attended the ceremony and paid his respects. However, following the funeral, the royals were escorted into a plane, though the two-year-old Franz was seized from them, forbidden to return to White Dacha. It is not public knowledge whether this was Tekin’s decision.

The Supreme Marshal announces his intentions of adding clones to the army, with himself as the template, saying ‘a near genetically perfect individual has been chosen. This was achieved through advanced genetic engineering on my own cells.’ Preliminary tests on foetuses, then young clones, prove successful, therefore mass-production begins, with the first batch bringing 50,000. The clones can age quickly, physically maturing within 5 years. The work they are involved in is more dangerous than typical soldiers but also too complex for machinery.

#### 2188

Tekin says that the young prince Franz would be unsafe among his family and will instead personally raise him as one of his own children.

#### 2189

Neo-Europe’s economy grows for the first time in almost two decades, with GDP growing by 2.1% compared to previous years and is back to pre-Scavravirus levels. Tekin’s harsh but effective policies paid off. Tekin says the planned economy will be relaxed due to this, with plans showing that private businesses will once again be able to run with less government regulation – although the government will still play a role for the time being.

While still under martial law, military procedures are also announced to be relaxed due to there not being a significant rebellion for several years, though Tekin admits they will occasionally spring up. Thousands of soldiers are no longer required in every major city as if expecting a rebellion. He did not mention the future of elections.

#### 2190

A mutant strain of the Scavravirus is detected in Cyprus, Grecia. Unwilling to risk its spread, the entire island is placed under quarantine. It has a poor response to developed vaccines. Extra soldiers and health workers are sent to the island. Tekin orders work on an adaptive vaccine to be produced, a set template that would theoretically modify itself and thus the antibodies produced to prevent greater pressure from the virus. He accepts the outbreak is due to the virus becoming endemic, though insists it will not cause another near-economic collapse of Neo-Europe.

A small group of clones are shown around London, informally known as Homo Tekiniens. They are as large as standard men and appear similar (though not completely identical) to Tekin. Their limited rights are publicised – they are castrated shortly after birth (another reason for physical differences) and are forbidden from integrating into society – unable to have sexual relations, own their own house, seek employment etc. Reports also suggest they lack adult-level intelligence, probably due to their young age. The extent of the speeded physical growth on mental age has not been discussed.

#### 2191

Tekin has a kidney transplant from one of his clones, which he believes shows another sign of their usefulness. At a clone raising plant, near Lahore, workers strike due to poor pay and conditions, saying they are not treated much better than the clones themselves. Their pleas are rejected by Tekin and most are replaced with more obedient workers.

#### 2192

Tekin appoints Governor-General Ghislaine Fabron, 43, of Francia, as his personal Lieutenant-Marshal with special responsibilities, essentially becoming his second in command. They have worked together for a long time and he trusts her very much. Her former position is filled by Pierre Berger, 27. Though young, he is talented and his position was a personal one by Tekin and Fabron.

#### 2193

Maria Abbott, 41, second wife of Tekin, is found dead in a Madrid hotel room while on a visit to look at education reforms made by her husband. Believed to be suicide, an urgent investigation is launched by the devastated Tekin. Close associates believe she has had a recent history of mental illness. They had two daughters together – Nehir and Emine, born in 2179 and 2183, in addition to three children from his first wife and the adopted Prince Franz. He orders a state funeral for her. Her death is confirmed as suicide.

The first wave of clones has been fully integrated into the military, performing technical duties. This is mainly seen in the various European and Indian divisions.

#### 2194

Tekin marries his third wife, the 33-year-old Francian former model Camille Marlay in a private ceremony.

Princess Victoria gives birth to another child; a daughter named Wilhelmina, following several miscarriages.

Roughly 2,000 clones perish in a mining accident in the Himalayas, where several mines looking for various metals as well as new crystals suddenly collapsed. Some are furious, though Tekin explains this is exactly why clones were used instead of people, highlighting the fact they had no families to return to.

The disaster provoked a riot at a clone residence in the Falklands, with guards being killed and the building set alight in places. One of the clones, VH-67, known as ‘Attila,’ provoked the riot and is demanding more rights. Tekin issues an evacuation alert on the Falklands, with transport planes deployed to remove the 125,000 or so residents from the island. The Clone Residence houses some 15,00 clones and is one of the largest in Neo-Europe. Not all clones rioted, with some standing guard in defence of their ‘Father’ [Tekin].

French Guyana and South American militant group Espejismo announce their intention to invade the islands to liberate the Clones. Several South American Nordican nations also wish to intervene; a vote is called, with intervention voted for. Upon the announcement, Tekin dispatches 10,000 extra soldiers and deploys four submarines stationed there. A special class of soldiers are sent into the clone residence with executive permission to shoot any of them.

The Falklands’ ‘Line of Defence’ is activated for the first time – a partially automated line, with cannons and missile points along the west coast. Tekin once again insists he does not want a war. Tekin himself, as well as Prince Franz. Set up base in Verratarin, several hundred miles from the Falklands. Tekin takes personal charge of the situation while Fabron is given ‘Supreme Authority’ in London. The cline residence suffers several missile strikes. Tekin leaves Verratarin, towards the Falklands, in his personal jet with Franz remaining there. ‘Attila’ and other clones steal a vessel and depart the Falklands to meet Espejismo in the Southern Atlantic. Tekin, landing in the Falklands, observes the defences and requests a meeting with the state’s Governor-General. Jacques Philips. He explains to the Governor another event like this cannot happen again, Philips agrees before being shot by Tekin for incompetence. Still anticipating the Nordican attack despite the fighting dying down, he orders personnel into position.

Flagship HMS Ekrim arrives by the Falklands with more men and supplies. An estimated 1000 clones have been killed by Tekin’s forces so far. Tekin flies, but his plane is shot down by clones that have stolen equipment, falling into the Falklands’ northern waters. A non-atomic bomb is dropped on the clones residence, killing several thousand more. Fabron arranges for any clone survivors to be permitted to leave with Nordica and other forces if they so desire. A scouting team is sent by the remnants of Tekin’s plane. 5 miles from the coast, an arm and scraps of clothing are uncovered and transported back to the Falklands Medical Centre for analysis. Professor John MacDonald says the DNA perfectly matches Tekin’s.

Fabron assumes full duties of Supreme-Marshal. Though, MacDonald then proposes a theory that it could be a clone and Tekin may still be alive.

Attila and others believe they have a right to rule Neo-Europe due to technically being Tekin, though Fabron quickly shoots down the proposal.

However, in Urumqi, Turkestan, Tekin suddenly emerges, explaining he was in a bunker and the Tekin in the Falklands was a secret, more loyal clone named Mehmed. He also says the clones will likely die prematurely due to poor genetic splicing. Upon his return, Tekin was met with support from military personnel, producing a similar speech.

He also announces **the cloning programme will be phased out** though experimentation will continue. He pressed scientists into researching development of a more obedient class of clones.

#### 2195

Tekin announces his wife is pregnant; she gives birth to twins Luther and Estelle.

Tekin says he will go on a short paternity leave and Fabron will rule. Though Tekin will keep his ‘Supreme Authority’ – Fabron will carry out routine duties.

The Falklanders are permitted to return and crewmen are sent to repair the damage caused. It is guaranteed ‘safe’ again.

#### 2196

Antonio Conte, leader of a breakoff group of Sanctorum who went into hiding is found in a remote village in the Sahara Desert in Egyptia, shot by the Supreme Regiment’s Sixth Division – specialists in assassinations and small-scale assaults. He lived a somewhat normal life, protected by the villagers. Also, an advanced network of tunnels was discovered underneath the village. Tekin now believes the last remnant of Sanctorum is gone – though other break-off groups remain active throughout the Realm and French Guyana.

**The Head of State Act is approved,** completely revoking the Stuttgart Dynasty’s role as head of state, now formally granted to Tekin. Despite some prompts, he refused to make himself Emperor, instead conceding with the role of Patriarch of Neo-Europe. As a result, the 83-year-old Wolfgang Von Stuttgart II is no longer even de jure head of state, though the 10 year old Prince Franz ‘Von Tekin-Stuttgart) is given ‘special status.’ In recent years he has grown close to his adoptive father, denouncing his birth family.

Former Premier Benito Brossi dies aged 98 in Greater Louisiana.

#### 2197

Former Premier Konstantin Smirnov dies aged 101 in Greater Louisiana.

A small nationalist rebellion takes place in Turkia. Tekin goes to his native state and orders the protesters to be stopped. 24 were killed.

Tekin visits Neo-Europe’s Wolfgang Moonbase, a first for a sitting Premier.

#### 2198

Tekin survives an assassination attempt when visiting Persia. Zoroastrian fundamentalist and Persian Nationalist Cyrus Bulsara fired at Tekin, hitting his shoulder. Cyrus was immediately shot down and the entire city of Shirâz has had its rights restricted to prevent further attempts. Tekin was treated at a local hospital and is expected to make a full recovery, though he will he transferred to London for further treatment.

Following his recovery, 20 years of Tekinite rule were celebrated across the Commonwealths. Thousands of street parties occurred in every major city. Tekin himself later stood from the balcony of Koniglich Palace in London and gave a speech, thanking citizens for obeying, and that is how the economy recovered.

#### 2199

Camille Marlay Tekin gives birth to another child, a son, named Felonius. Several tunnels under the Mediterranean are completed, connecting key coastal cities - Gibraltar, Marseilles, Athens, Beirut and many more in a high-speed railway. Under the Mediterranean, the new trains can reach Beirut from Gibraltar in around an hour. Lieutenant-Marshal Fabron believes it is much more efficient than planes.

## The New Space Race

#### 2200

Celebrations are seen across the Commonwealths as Neo-Europe enters the twenty-third century, with Tekin saying it is ‘*the start of a new, prosperous era for Neo-Europe*.’ In his 'New Year Policy' Tekin has announced Neo-Europe must have further technological advancements - "*We are several decades behind Nordica in terms of technology, for the most part. Therefore, greater funding will go to improve this predicament. Infrastructure is brilliant, and quality of life continues to improve. With this, I am bringing forward Dr Rosa De Leon, a key scientist, who will be a fine addition to my government. She will oversee progress in this area*."

Celebrations are also seen for Tekin's 70th birthday. The 15 year old Prince Franz stood by him for most of his personal speech, and in turn Tekin's 17 year old daughter Emine - rumours suggest the two are arranged to be married and already in a relationship.

Pretender Emperor Wolfgang, aged 87 remains in White Dacha with the rest of the immediate Stuttgart Dynasty. He expresses shock at the actions of his grandson, though also believes he has been strongly manipulated by Tekin.

2201

Governor-General Turghun Khan, 52, of Turkestan is murdered in his own residence in Tashkent; the city is placed on high alert. It is discovered one of his servants killed him before leaving the city. She was caught and killed by a firing squad.

2202

Franz Von Stuttgart, 17, and Emine Tekin, 19, marry in a public ceremony. This was supposedly planned since Elaine’s funeral, though the husband and wife did naturally grow to love each other too. Tekin says it is a ‘brilliant union of two great families.’

Funding for NESA is further increased, with Tekin wanting Neo-Europe to rival the Realm’s efforts within a decade, if not before. Tekin insisted a Neo-European would reach Proxima Centurai before his death. The First Contact Initiative is set up as a for-profit section of NESA that will organise provisions if intelligent extra-terrestrial life is encountered in any future mission.

#### 2203

Emine Stuttgart-Tekin gives birth to a boy, Frederick, giving Supreme Marshal Ekrim Tekin another grandson and the first related to the former royal family.

The film ‘The Night of Liberty’ is released, a dramatized retelling of the events of 2178, depicting Tekin as a hero saving Neo-Europe from the treacherous Alexander Miliband. It was shunned by Nordica and GUISS, who discouraged cinemas to screen it, with GUISS outright banning it.

#### 2204

A manned probe is sent to Titania, a moon of Uranus. Tekin insisted on the mission, likely to compete against Nordica's own missions to Titan. A crew of 12 were sent in Kemal 3, a specially designed probe, equipped with 20 years’ worth of food as a provision, and have brought the necessary temperature regulatory suits and other essentials. Kemal 3 is unable to make a return journey, but it is likely another vessel will be sent to recover the crew. Kemal 3 launched from the new NESA Base Khan, in western Turkestan. The crew, 6 men and 6 women, are aged between 20 and 57 and come from various states of Neo-Europe. It should take no longer than six months. The crew landed on Titania and took to exploring the rocky landscape. A Neo-European flag has been planted, as well as a portrait of Tekin. The Romian, Francesca Matarella, was the first to set foot on the moon. Kemal 3 was partially converted into a more suitable living space, including artificial gravity. One of the astronauts, Claire MacDonald, 28, is found to be pregnant. It is not known what the conditions would do to the foetus' development. They had a video conversation with Tekin, which suffered delays on both ends due to the long distance between them. Regardless, he congratulated the astronauts. He did not mention sending another vessel to recover them.

A much larger ship, known as Space Cruiser Tekin, takes off with several hundred volunteers along with a crew of 25, but has the overall capacity of several thousand. It is set for deep space, ideally aiming for the Alpha Centurai System. Food and water supplies are almost entirely renewable; it is believed it could last at least 10,000 years independently. The volunteers, including some families, have been instructed to act normally. Generations would pass on the Cruiser. Provisions are inside if a suitable planet is ever reached. Other passengers include several animals, including dogs, chickens and apes. Several important Earth artefacts are on-board, such as the Rosetta Stone and Venus de Milo, for humanity's future, as well as encyclopaedias on the 'History of Mankind,' in various formats. Genetic information for cloning is present, including unaltered samples of Tekin, Franz, Fabron and others if biological reproduction is an issue - as well as the facilities to create entirely new clones. Thry are under strict instructions to not do this if necessary, however. While it currently has contact with Earth, it is accepted this will probably not last forever. Tekin wished them luck personally before they took off (in a smaller vessel - the Cruiser itself was constructed on the Moon and was in Earth's orbit).

#### 2205

Tekin expresses shock at GUISS Leader Gwok Hoon’s murder, but is optimistic with Sergeev, his replacement.

A wave of pro-democracy protests occur in most major cities, directly as a result of what was happening in the GUISS. Thousands of arrests were made and Tekin is unchanged on the issue: "*Freedom of speech is acceptable. But we all know the problems of democracy. Why vote for one out of many self-centered bureaucrats? My regime is more representative than any, in the entire history of the world! The stability we see would not exist, and the progress would be nonexistent while the bureaucrats argue amongst themselves over how they should be chosen by the people. Democracy is out of the question, no matter how far you squirm and yell*."

Claire MacDonald gives birth on Titania to a healthy boy. He is under close inspection from the crew to ensure his development is normal. The timing suggests he was conceived on the way to the Uranian moon, with co-pilot Clement Chirac taking paternal responsibility. While not the first child born out of Earth (due to Lunar and Martian colonies), he is the one born furthest away.

Space Cruiser Tekin passes Uranus, after just shy of 18 months in space. While not the fastest ship made, its focus is on longevity. Several children have already been born in the facilities on the cruiser.

A sister ship, Mustafa, takes off with similar ambitions but an even longer lifespan, with an estimated million years of self-sufficiency with potential for more. Tekin addresses "*This has only just begun. As new energy sources and methods are discovered, we will improve further. Glory to Neo-Europe!"*

To most people's surprise, he welcomed President Häyhä's aggression, believing "*the New Space Race is coming into fruition*."

On Titania, mining begins. Huge deposits of ice are discovered, as well as some currently unknown minerals which are to be analysed.

#### 2206

**Operation Proxima is officially launched**, which includes continuous research on reaching the system. While Cruiser Tekin may reach there, it is not the Cruiser's final destination. That is the job of Space Cruiser Hayat, which uses an experimental form of cold fusion, in addition to effectively using the sun's and planets' gravitational fields for thrust. It may take a mere 40 years to reach the system and it is expected to overtake Space Cruiser Tekin somewhere in the Oort Cloud. Some children are on board due to the long journey ahead.

Cruiser Tekin passes Neptune’s orbit.

Tekin suspends Neo-Europe's public access to the global Internet, instead placing full emphasis on Neo-Europe's exclusive Unsernet. He states "*the ancient internet is rife with misinformation. That is why we are transferring everything to the newer Unsernet. It gives us greater control, so we can ensure the safety of all Neo-Europeans."*

#### 2207

The mineral on Titania is named **Sidusium**, and analysis shows it is a complex compound of chromium and several other materials, and it is believed it could help with an energy supply.

**Pretending Emperor Wolfgang dies in White Dacha aged 94**, with his final words cursing Tekin. He was in a deep depression ever since his mother, Elaine, died, and it is believed this and his anger with Tekin contributed to his death. His daughter Victoria, 56, now claims the throne. Tekin reportedly laughed upon hearing the news of Wolfgang’s death.

Sergeev criticises Neo-Europe, Tekin responds by telling him to focus on the issues in GUISS.

A Conference between the nations is agreed, with a date not yet specified.

#### 2208

Space Cruiser Tekin has passed Pluto's orbit, making it one of the furthest distances humans have gone from Earth.

Space Cruiser Hayat has passed Uranus' orbit and is quickly approaching Neptune's.

The Unsernet sees several restrictions put into place, including many forum websites being suspended.

At 30 years since Tekin's coup, Neo-Europe celebrates the anniversary with street parties and a speech by Tekin, 78.

#### 2209

Supreme Marshal Tekin and Lieutenant-Marshal Fabron did a tour of Neo-Europe, visiting each of the Commonwealths.

More ships are launched from Base Khan to various systems, mainly scouting missions, though several more go to Titania, including one that will return most of the original crew and some of the Sidusium minerals.

In December, the unmanned probe Marinus 3 arrived into Jupiter's orbit, with plans to purposefully crash into the moon Europa in order to search for life.

The Neo-European Satellite Lovis is orbiting Jupiter, with scientists there monitoring the situation. Other vessels are there which have the potential to extract larger samples that the probe detects.

Marinus 3 is equipped with x-rays, torches, and plenty of sensory devices to ensure the discovery of some form of life, whether microorganism, plant, animal, or perhaps something entirely new.

#### 2210

The child born on Titania, Lysander MacDonald, has reached to Earth with his parents and several other crewmembers. It is found that he is poorly adapted to the Earth's denser gravity; this may inhibit growth of the five-year old, who is in constant pain. Scientists believe the only thing to do would be to return him to space, preferably Titania. For the arrival of extraterrestrial humans like Lysander, genetic engineering must be considered. Scientists saw his development was different to normal humans, being weaker (due to adaptations to Titania's lower gravity) with lower muscle mass. He appears somewhat 'stretched' and thinner and is much paler, due to the lack of sunlight.

Marinus 3 penetrates the surface of Europa and explores the ocean. While not conclusive, life reminiscent of algae and plankton is found. Scientists suggest they feed on the radiation that is present on the moon instead of sunlight. Marinus 3 will continue searching for more life, but this is a massive development, with basic foreign life being discovered. Smaller collection ships are being dispatched to gain samples of the algae and plankton-like organisms. Fish-like organisms are discovered soon after, vaguely reminiscent of deep-sea anglerfish, amazing scientists and the general population alike. In addition, creatures similar to cephalopods are found. The largest of these is estimated 30m long, so far, when accounting for all tentacles.

The algae, with a sample on Earth, are discovered to rapidly reproduce in specific circumstances but remain alive outside of lab conditions. As they can feed on radiation, some scientists think it is possible they could be used to get rid of toxic waste from Neo-Europe's many nuclear power plants.

Space Cruiser Hayat is deep into the Kuiper Belt, while Space Cruiser Tekin inches out of it. They are perhaps 13 AU apart (from the Sun, for they would still be millions of miles apart from each other in space) and ever getting closer.

A crew lands on the Jovian moon of Callisto with intentions to set up a base on the moon over the next few years.

Tekin, at 80, suffers a minor stroke. Lieutenant-Marshal Fabrone assumes his duties until his recovery. He recovers in just under a month.

#### 2211

Some of Europa's aquatic life is brought to Earth and put on display in London. Analysts shows the extraterrestrials are biologically similar to those on Earth, especially deep sea creatures. Parallel evolution is considered the cause of this. However, one difference is DNA, which is a formed differently, though it has the same function.

Tekin's son in law, Franz Stuttgart-Tekin 26, is given a position in Tekin's Military Council, along with his wife and Tekin's daughter Emine.