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Colonial Powers, A NRP of colonisation, conquest and diplomacy.

Has everyone died or something?

Colonial Powers, A NRP of colonisation, conquest and diplomacy.

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Colonial Powers, A NRP of colonisation, conquest and diplomacy.

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Colonial Powers, A NRP of colonisation, conquest and diplomacy.

Argentaurumia

Duke Dominas drew his blue cloak closely around him as he drew closer to the doors leading to the Balcony of Congregation. In his right hand he held the Trident, symbol of the house of Sapientia and emblem of the Deity - the mark of the Duke's power. Its stump made a heavy tap sound with each step.

He reached the oaken doors. With a purposeful shove, he propelled them open and strode quickly out onto the balcony. Although he tried to be a benevolent monarch, he still needed to demonstrate his power to the population - something made more difficult by his concealed hatred and fear of public speaking.

Within a few seconds he reached the balcony barrier. Clustered around an in-built lectern were a gaggle of dignitaries and officials from Parliament, but they parted before him and stood respectfully to one side as he approached.

Leaning heavily on the lectern, Dominas cleared his throat and began:
"Citizens of Argentaurumia. Ambassadors from distant lands, friends of old. I have summoned you all here today simply to express my thanks." Pausing, he shuffled some papers and discarded the first sheet.
"We are all aware of the almost complete disestablishment of the Duchy Independence Party. That they have accepted me as a strong and capable ruler means a great deal to me, and I wish to personally thank every one of you who agrees. I promise that myself and Parliament will do our utmost to continue and increase the prosperity and power of our nation - but also the knowledge, morals and goodwill of each citizen. I make this pledge before you now, so that you know that I try to do what is in your best interests."

He paused again to take a deep breath, and to gauge the peoples' reaction. He couldn't really tell.
"Therefore, though many of you distrust the nation of Corustaria because of their exploitation of us in our time of need, I want to emphasise that denying all contact and interaction with said nation is both impossible and harmful to ourselves. I ask the Anti-Corustarian Party - in both its forms - to reconsider their treatment of Corustarian organisations within Argentaurumia and cease all violence. I think we have experienced enough turmoil in recent times without adding to it. In return, I will ask the government of Corustaria to return some of the Argentaurumian property and businesses that they have overtaken."

Wearily the Duke turned and retreated through the double doors, glad to be out of sight. He shuffled down the passageway to his office, and sank tiredly into his chair with a sigh of relief.
"Hand me some parchment and a quill, if you would." he asked a waiting page. Without further ado, he began to write some letters.

To the government of Corustaria

To the government of Corustaria,

We, the government of the Grand Duchy of Argentaurumia, hereby wish to request the return of some of the major businesses and properties purchased by the Corustarian nation during the Duchy Instability Era (DIE). Although we recognise that these purchases were mostly legal and only due to the decline of said businesses during the period, many citizens of Argentaurumia see them as a breach of national pride and have expressed their feeling violently, as we are sure you are aware. We apologise for this inconvenience and the necessity of our request, and offer a full refund. However, if you do not agree (and we only ask for the prominent businesses - those that are widely known and used by the public), we refuse to be held responsible for any damage to (now Corustarian-owned) property.

Sincerely,

His Grace the Grand Duke Dominas II of Argentaurmia
Doge of Sapientia

To the government of Asghard

To the government of Asghard,

As I am sure you are aware, the situation in Argentaurumia has become more stable after a period of civil disorder. Therefore, we now believe that the nation is once again capable of taking part in the international community.

This letter is an inquiry - what goods or products would Asghard be interested in exporting, and what do they desire to be imported? We hope to, as a nation, act as a go-between for northern nations and southern nations, eliminating the need for and expense of long distance travel by your nation's vessels.

Sincerely,

His Grace the Grand Duke Dominas II of Argentaurmia
Doge of Sapientia

To the government of the Holy Kingdom of Mors et Stercore

To the government of the Holy Kingdom of Mors et Stercore,

As I am sure you are aware, the situation in Argentaurumia has become more stable after a period of civil disorder. Therefore, we now believe that the nation is once again capable of taking part in the international community.

This letter is an inquiry - what goods or products would Mors et Serecore be interested in exporting, and what do they desire to be imported? We hope to, as a nation, act as a go-between for northern nations and southern nations, eliminating the need for and expense of long distance travel by your nation's vessels.

Sincerely,

His Grace the Grand Duke Dominas II of Argentaurmia
Doge of Sapientia

Colonial Powers, A NRP of colonisation, conquest and diplomacy.

Well, i'll have to think carefully about that darkwolf. I would like to engage in posotive international relationships, but I equally want to keep my subjects happy.

Also, I came up with a bit of background history for Argentaurumia that explains the instability.

History

Essentially, the area was originally occupied by a number of small city states such as Sapentia and Mercatura, the two most important cities in modern Argentaurumia. Various others also existed, and each of them allied themselves with one of the dominant states. Eventually, after a long period of economic warfare and minor naval skirmishes, the two sides agreed to form a union. Each city was ruled by a Doge, and each of these cast their votes for on leading family to rule the new nation as a Grand Duchy. The house of Sapientia was elected, and has ruled ever since (therefore, Dominas holds the titles both of Grand Duke and Doge of Sapientia). Divisions between the former states and their populations are one factor contributing to instability, which is why the DIP accepted him as a strong ruler that tries to help the minorities.

Colonial Powers, A NRP of colonisation, conquest and diplomacy.

*Hangs in there*

Colonial Powers, A NRP of colonisation, conquest and diplomacy.

Uh, where'd everyone go?

Colonial Powers, A NRP of colonisation, conquest and diplomacy.

No XD

Or were they...

Colonial Powers, A NRP of colonisation, conquest and diplomacy.

*fumes*

Beyond Western Horizons - Alternate History Colonial Adventure Time

I assume this isn't going ahead? Otherwise, I'm interested in RPing as Genoa or Venice.