The Total of cost and budget for Re-Construction of Mlociniakik's Military and Defence Systems: 1424 Report

The comprehensive military and defense build-up in Mlociniakik under King Adrian Avgentine's leadership in 1424 requires substantial financial investment. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the costs associated with fortifying cities, enhancing the navy, and training soldiers, all expressed in Imperial Crown marks—a currency consisting of 22 grams of gold and 11.4 grams of copper per coin.

Fortifying Cities and Towns:

1. Reinforcing Walls and Gates:
- Materials (stone, brick, iron): High-quality materials for reinforced walls and gates are expensive. The cost varies depending on availability, transport, and quality.
- Labor: Skilled masons, blacksmiths, and carpenters demand higher wages. Hiring experienced workers and architects is essential for ensuring the durability of fortifications.
- Additional Features (moats, drawbridges):** These elements require additional excavation, engineering expertise, and specialized materials.

Estimated Cost:
- Large city fortifications: 50,000-100,000 marks per city.
- Smaller towns: 10,000-30,000 marks per town.

2. Internal Fortifications:
- Keep and Citadel Construction: Central keeps and citadels involve significant expenditure due to their complexity and the need for advanced engineering.
- Barracks and Armories: Setting up and maintaining these facilities requires ongoing investment.
- Watchtowers and Signal Systems: Building and equipping watchtowers involves initial costs and continuous maintenance.

Estimated Cost:
- Large city internal fortifications: 30,000-60,000 marks.
- Smaller town fortifications: 5,000-15,000 marks.

Naval Expansion:

1. Shipbuilding:
- Shipyards: Expanding and modernizing shipyards requires substantial investment.
- Warships: Building each warship involves high costs for materials (timber, iron), labor, and armament (ballistae, cannons).

Estimated Cost:
- Shipyards expansion: 20,000-50,000 marks.
- Each warship: 5,000-15,000 marks, depending on size and armament.

2. Naval Training Programs:
- Training Facilities: Setting up dedicated training facilities and hiring experienced instructors.
- Sailor Training: Continuous training programs require ongoing funding.

Estimated Cost:
- Training facilities: 5,000-10,000 marks.
- Annual training budget: 2,000-5,000 marks.

Building a Disciplined Army:

1. Recruitment and Training:
- Training Academies:** Establishing and maintaining academies in major towns.
- Veteran Instructors:** Hiring experienced soldiers as instructors.

Estimated Cost:
- Each training academy: 5,000-10,000 marks.
- Annual training budget per academy: 2,000-4,000 marks.

2. Mandatory Militia Training:
- Equipment: Supplying weapons and armor to local militias.
- Training Programs: Conducting regular training sessions.

Estimated Cost:
- Militia equipment per town: 2,000-5,000 marks.
- Annual training budget: 1,000-3,000 marks per town.

3. Promotion of Discipline and Loyalty:
- Public Ceremonies and Festivals: Organizing events to foster unity and morale.

Estimated Cost:
- Annual budget for public events: 3,000-6,000 marks.

Grand Total Estimated Cost:

Adding up these estimates provides a comprehensive picture of the financial investment required:

- Fortifying Cities and Towns:
- Large city fortifications: 80,000-160,000 marks.
- Smaller towns: 15,000-45,000 marks.

- Naval Expansion:
- Shipyards and warships: 45,000-100,000 marks.
- Naval training: 7,000-15,000 marks annually.

- Building a Disciplined Army:
- Recruitment and training: 25,000-50,000 marks.
- Militia training: 3,000-8,000 marks annually.
- Public events: 3,000-6,000 marks annually.

Grand Total Estimated Cost

Combining all these factors, the total estimated cost for Mlociniakik’s military and defense build-up in 1424 ranges between 223,000 and 384,000 marks, with additional annual costs for maintenance, training, and public events. This substantial investment reflects the kingdom's commitment to ensuring its security and resilience against potential threats. Under King Adrian Avgentine’s visionary leadership, these resources are allocated strategically to build a formidable defense capable of safeguarding Mlociniakik's future.