Name of Faction: Republic of California
Leader:Michael Shin
Type of Government:Democratic
History: After the Bomb dropped on San Francisco multiple cities near by were irradiated along the coast line, along with riots major cities many people ran. Military forces from multiple bases across the state and National Guard and along with remaining law enforcement they rallied behind Governor Michael Shin after he relocated to Vandenberg AFB. Slowly order was restored within the state. Electricity was restored to large sections of the state communities were slowly rebuilt and a new government was established and Michael Shin was elected into presidency along with a drafting of a constitution. well slowly California returned to the world and was ready to Defend itself and began attempting to connect with who ever is left.
Territory Controlled:Non Irradiated California, West Arizona, Southern Nevada

Name of Faction/Country: The New Republic of Texas
Leader: President Garry Wail
Type of Government: Democracy
History: Texas was arguably the strongest state after the bombs hit. It quickly became the most populated state because of all the people moving away from the blast zones, and also the loss of population in California. It also had it's own power grid (This is real, if you didn't know- ercot.com), the only power grid not to be hit by the bombs. The previous laughable secessionist movement quickly organized and became a real deal. It was 4 months ATB (After The Bombs) before Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Louisiana formally seceded from the union. While they were not the first secession, they were the first one to be taken seriously. The Declaration of Independence and new Constitution were written up, and a Democratic government was setup (Which is not to be confused with the US government.).
Territory Controlled:Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, and Louisiana.