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by Dynastiet. . 121 reads.

Colonization of The Isles of Man

*Image of The Isles of Man, colored in white




The Story So Far (Oldest-Newest):
Dynastiet wrote:SR RP
*In a public conference this morning, Prime Minister Halfdan Birgersson announced the government's plans to annex and settle the archipelago due East of the Republic of Tierdza, in Northeastern Verusa, known in Dynastiet as "The Isles of Man." Additionally the Dynast-King himself attended the conference and gave his blessing to the elected government to colonize the Godless land. Here is a passage directly from the Prime Minister's speech that summarizes major points.*

"... in conclusion, the economic boons that will be achieved by settling The Isles will be felt by our progeny for generations to come. Our ever-growing population, namely in our capital city, requires the raw resources laying unclaimed by any other nation. And in this year's census a new section will be added that allows citizens to state their interest in joining colonization program, signees will then undergo background screening and education on The Isles and their current inhabitants; the natives themselves are an unorganized series of tribes and clans, the international community can rest assured that their safety, proselytization, and proper integration into society is of utmost priority as we make our presence known to them."

Dynastiet wrote:SR RP
*State-media company, Opplo Times, released a short summarization of the plans outlined by the Dynetian government regarding the colonization process underway.*

The archipelago consists of 4 islands, collectively called The Isles of Man, each landmass will be assigned its own military detachment, state-construction company, and an initial group of settlers with varying but necessary proficiencies and qualities, these makeup the colonization groups; the 4 groups will be independently managed by general staff and clerical leaders but monthly information exchanges are mandated by the central government. Each island will undergo a 5 stage program dubbed the "Birgersson Plan."

Stage #1 of colonization will involve the navy and army cooperating in surveying an easily habitable site on the coastline of each island. Stage #2, once said site is found Dynetian troops will be sent to clear the area of dangerous or impeding wildlife, then a construction company will set up temporary camps and more permanent structures in preparation for settlers. Stage #3 sees land surveyors from our scout's core identifying future inland sites for habitation as well as mapping out landmarks, and other points of interest such as native settlements. Stage #4 only comes into effect after presiding military officials deem the colonies safe for increased civilian presence, this will lead to chosen colonial candidates arriving en-mass to their assigned island, after which they will perform the roles necessary of them in exchange for land and tax benefits. At stage #5 things reach into the realm of hypotheticals, it is known to the public that this stage handles the contact and integration of native populations but its larger contents are classified. After stage #5 is completed it is theorized that the islands will be able to receive proper state-hood into the Kingdom, no longer being considered just colonies.

Dynastiet wrote:SR RP
*In the freezing North of Dynastiet, on a base that does not technically exist, in a dimly lit presentation room, a cabal of politicians, officers, industrialists, and priests sit at a roundtable.*

*Among the group, a particularly thin figure operates the projector, displaying various maps on a white sheet, some with satellite imaging others with animated ecological or demographic zones*

"As you can see," a light-pitched, stuffy voice begins, "from preliminary reports alone we have discovered several points along each island's coastline that would be easy for our military to setup shop in. Looking at what we know of the native Qe'dish people's tribes and their territorial bounds, even if we began heavy de-forestation and in land exploration tomorrow it would likely take the better part of a year or two until we ever come into contact with them, that is, unless we choose to expedite our contact protocols and seek them ourselves..."

Vocally aged and scratchy, a member of the table speaks up, "We're acting as if these people never visit their own coastline! Have we never observed them fishing or travelling between their own islands?"

The presenter in turn responds, "No, *ahem* Honorable Speaker. While there are documented cases of the Qe'dish on the coast and setting up prolonged fishing camps, never has a coastal settlement of any kind been observed by Dynetian scholars, and we currently have no reason to suspect that any native will just stumble upon our teams before we--."

Hawkishly a middle-aged man interrupts in annoyance. "We're hear to discuss Stage #5 of my plan you realize, how it can be carried out, why are we talking about how long we can avoid it? We are a millennia ahead of those savages in technology let alone weaponry why can't we jus--?"

"You speak as though this is all a military operation," a surprisingly young male voice adds into the interruptions, "we're telling the entire world this is a mission for economic development and the peaceful, societal uplifting of stone-age tribals. Yet here you sit trying to justify geno--!"

"Now now, brother," yet another teenage voice chimes in, "This is, a military operation, true?" He looks around the room to some nods, "It's not like anyone expects the Qe'dish to just, roll over and accept annexation. Stage #5 hasn't been released publicly because of how bloody things could get. What we need is two plans, one to incorporate as many native tribes and clans as possible, and another to force compliance from uncooperative populations."

*Slideshows, speculation, and copious amounts of interruptions last long into night, the Birgersson Plan would soon be initiated, and the nation would face new challenges.*

Dynastiet wrote:SR RP
*Since the Kingdom of Dynastiet's conception and well before, The Isles of Man were referred to as such, though the four islands making up the archipelago were individually named what the Puczovskans of old charted them as. In preparation for the The Isles to house a new demographic, that being Dynetians, it was decided amongst high ranking State-Clergy that the islands would be renamed to something more fitting of an extension to the home island.*

*As usual, the State-Church has avoided pomp and circumstance by simply releasing a written document to state-press, who would then release it to the public and broader world.*

Island Michael
Position: Most Western and largest of the islands.
Namesake: Found in The Book of Enoch, Holy Commander of Yahweh's Heavenly Army, slayer of The Great Serpent, Evoker of The Rapture.
Most Prominent Natural Resource: Deposits of precious minerals & ore.
Native Population: ~120,000 Qe'dish tribals.

Island Adam
Position: Second most Western and second largest of the islands.
Namesake: Found in The Book of Genesis, Gardener of Eden, Creator of Original Sin, Master of Beast, Blood-Father of Mankind.
Most Prominent Natural Resource: Dense forest fit for lumberyards.
Native Population: ~80,000 Qe'dish tribals.

Island Eve
Position: Second most Eastern and second smallest of the islands.
Namesake: Found in The Book of Genesis, The Second Wife of Man, Deceiver and Deceived, Blood-Mother of Mankind.
Most Prominent Natural Resource: Various unique fruits and plants sparsely found on the other islands.
Native Population: ~60,000 Qe'dish tribals.

Island Lilith
Position: Most Eastern and smallest of the islands.
Namesake: Found in Hebrew Mythology, The Indomitable Demoness, First Adulteress, Aspect of the Great Serpent.
Most Prominent Natural Resource: Perfectly placed near prime fishing zones in the Cascade Ocean.
Native Population: ~30,000 Qe'dish tribals.

Dynastiet wrote:SR RP
*One month after the Kingdom's initial claim on The Isles of Man, most legitimate states have recognized the Dynetian claim on the archipelago. The following is an incident report log from the White Army's scouts core made public by an anonymous whistleblower from within Dynetian government and circulated through illegal non-state-media outlets.*

- "This is ISL Michael central command, status report Squad Eight.
- "ISL Michael central command, this is Agent Moss team coordinator of Squad Eight. We are en-route to Site Theta for land surveying and reconnaissance of the Qe'dish tribe inhabiting the area. Headcount confirms thirteen total agents, brief overlook suggests all gear is in good condition, this is day two of Squad Eight's expedition."
- "Have you encountered any undocumented wildlife, team coordinator?"
- "Affirmative, excluding yesterday's findings, one new type of berry-looking fruit, four new insects, and five new species of frog. As per protocol, a thorough report of each species of flora and fauna will be transmitted after our encampment is established at twenty-two-hundred hours tonight."
- "Roger team coordinator, continue your current path. Hourly check-ins will continue as usual."
- *Radio silence for twenty-eight minutes and sixteen seconds.*
- "ISL Michael central command, this is Squad Eight team coordinator, are we in Qe'dish territory ATM?"
- "This is ISL Michael central command, preliminary reports suggest no Qe'dish presence within roughly eighteen miles of your current position."
- *Agent Moss takes a breath into his radio about to speak but is cut off by presumedly Agent Spore shouting "Hostile!" Agent Spore's body cam is obscured as he shifts his body and raises his rifle. Body cams of other agents reveal Agent Spore firing upon four Qe'dish warriors exiting the thicket. Trajectory and quantity of seen-fired arrows suggest an ambush was carried out by over two dozen Qe'dish tribals against Squad Eight. Final casualties recorded by body cams show six Qe'dish natives and all thirteen members of Squad Eight. After looting various items (including firearms, ammunition, explosive throwables, maps, and a radio) from the squad the Qe'dish leave body cam field of view, Squads Nine and Ten have been instructed to detour from their current paths, retrieve the bodies of Squad Eight, and return to Sita Alpha for debriefing.*

*The Dynetian government has confirmed the validity of the leak, in fact, it was revealed that this was not the first encounter with the Qe'dish that ended in bloodshed. When posed with further questions Prime Minister Halfdan Birgersson responded, "This is a nuanced situation, though rest assured our fallen soldiers will be avenged and Dynetian superiority will be affirmed to the Qe'dish. Due to the aggressive attitude displayed by the Southern savages, my administration will mobilize the nation's armed forces to tame The Isles of Man! I ask that the international community respect our sovereignty and the actions taken in response to this tragedy."*

*The following morning Prime Minister Birgersson symbolically declared war on the "Qe'dish clans" on behalf of the Dynast King of Dynastiet.*

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