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THE MIDDLE EAST

[ Afghan Territory | Council of Islam | Damascus League | Egypt | FAR | Israel | Libya | Persia | Tir Oltairg | Turkey ]

Afghan Territory
Including all of the former Afghanistan and Turkmenistan, as well as portions of the former nations of Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, and Kazahkstan, the Afghan Territory was established in 2044 at the close of the Afghan War. With independence fever raging around the war, the folk that inhabitated what would become the Afghan Territory demanded all regional governments to be dissolved in favor of a return to the localistic governing performed by individual communities (nomadic or otherwise). The Afghan War, which lasted from April 2042 to August of 2044 established the "individual" authorities in the region, which was later given a set of vague borders by the United Nations.

Council of Islam
Occupying much of what used to be Iraq, the central portion of the former Saudi Arabia, and a considerable portion of Jordan and Syria, the Council of Islam came into existence in the early part of the 2030s. The Awakening was spreading fear throughout the Middle East. "The End was near." A charismatic Islamic leader emerged and consolidated his power, uniting province after province under his control in a new theocracy to protect the Faith against the "abominations" the Awakening was bring to the world. One of the most powerful countries in the Middle East, the Council of Islam has a significant military and boasts some of the most loyal troops in the world.

Damascus League
One of the world's major trade centers, the Damascus League is a relatively small country in the western portion of the region known as Southwest Asia >>>>>[Which is different than the Middle East.]<<<<<. A very active district, the Damascus League maintains uncomplicated, friendly diplomatic and economic ties with 96% of the countries in existence. It has also opened its borders to all megacorporations, whom they allow to freely set up shop provided the Damascus League recieves ample compensation for the degree of autonomy they permit the corporate entities. However, the Damascus League is usually content with free defense contracts, considering it does not have a sizeable or well-trained military of its own.

Egyptian Imperial State
Occupying most of East Africa, particularly along the Red Sea coast, the Egyptian Imperial State was created in 2037 when a charismatic mage led a series of successful revolts throughout the region. Under his guidance, the revolt resulted in the overthrow of several governments and the unification of a vast tract of land, which the mage claimed was his ancestral birthright. With his dynasty well established by 2039, he further consolidated his power, proclaiming himself Pharoah and setting up a complex caste system to be adhered to by his subjects.

Free Arab Republic
At constant odds with the Council of Islam, the Free Arab Republic is a democratic society which formed in response to the growing theocratic fervor to its north. When the region after region began to fall to the zealous leaders of the Council of Islam, several provinces banded together to form an alliance to protect certain democratic ideals. It wages a constant battle with its northerly neighbor, who is at all times moving to assimilate it. The FAR has a moderately sized, though well-trained military, and is a reasonably strong economic power, having significantly diversified its economy in the last decade.

Free Zionist Nation (Israel)
After the chemical attack in the early part of the century, Zionist sentiment spread throughout Israel. Feeling as though they would never be respected without a strong display of their power, they made their move in 2034, sweeping through much of the surrounding area, expanding their borders and assimilating a great deal of territory. A relatively tolerant nation, Israel recently reinstituted free elections, after a twenty year long suspension began in 2035.

Libya
Libya is a relatively stagnant country, struggling to keep its head above the economic water. After the socialist government fell, a closely knit group of warlords ascended power in 2038. Though their rule seemed at first progressive, they refused to expand their markets and diversify their economy. With the money dwindling and the debts piling up, the oligarchy was forced to find a solution and, in 2047, first established the Desert Wars District for use by corporations and governments to field test their troops and equipment.

>>>>>[Yeah, they only displaced well over a million of their own citizens.]<<<<< ---Triple Lee <16:40:09 / 08-22-56> >>>>>[Oh come on, that region was mostly desert anyway. They were nomads.]<<<<< ---Lady Jo <17:16:39 / 08-22-56> >>>>>[Don't be so certain.]<<<<< ---Sand Spider <14:00:49 / 08-23-56>

Libya -- Desert Wars District
Government Type: Colonial
Capital: NONE
Regional Telecom Grid Access: (ME/LIB-CZ)

>>>>>[Don't question it. It's listed here for RTG listing purposes. Trust me, the district is semi-autonomous, but useless for anything besides shooting and getting shot at.]<<<<< ---Commander Zippo, SysOp <01:09:07 / 08-20-56>

New Persian Empire (Persia)
What appears to be a common thread among several of the "new" nations of the Middle East hold true here as well. A charismatic leader arose sometime during the confusion following the Crash (and the other calamities) -- this one arising in 2036 -- and led a successful revolution, supplanting the current government with a monarchical rule. However, the Persian Empire's "revolution" was a relatively non-violent one. Aside from a single violent clash between revolters and troops in Tehran on the final day of "old" Iran's existence, the revolution consisted of that one man's preaching about the countryside, establishing his authority as both a physical and spiritual leader.

Tìr Oltairg

>>>>>[In all fairness, yes, I have a bias. I had to edit out a lot of the initial data-dump and unfortunately, a lot of that file was corrupted. Once I get it all cleaned up, I'll link that file to this one. In the meantime, you'll just have to make due with those one. OK?]<<<<< ---Commander Zippo, SysOp <00:49:09 / 08-20-56>

Lying on the western portion of the Arabian Peninsula, bordering the Red Sea is Tìr Oltairg, the so-called "Land of Wealth." This elven dominated country came about abruptly and quite mysteriously, just as Tìr Tairngire and Tìr na nÖg did. Apparently, in this case, the elves had managed to make anonymous connections with certain powerful arms dealers, as well as using their seemingly innate magical prowess, to clear the region of opposition, securing their borders in only a few short months.

Just as in the case of the elves of the other two Tìrs, there is much speculation as to whether or not the choice of the land in question was haphazard or carefully planned. In this case, the speculation lies in the city of Mecca, which the elves maintain complete control over. Aside from the obvious tourist revenue they can generate from the city, it appears to lie on a primus class ley line, and the only one of its kind, size, and power in the Mid-East region.

One of the most noticeable external aspects of Tìr Oltairg is its "little brother" appearance, compared to the other two major elven nations. All three, Tìr Taringire, Tìr na nÖg, and Tìr Oltairg, are fiercly competitive between the three of them. It would seem as though they were in on some secret race and all three were jockeying for position. Despite its often overwhelming presence, it is often ignored by the other two Tìrs, who compete primarily with on another. Nevertheless, Tìr Oltairg seems to try and live up to the standards of its "big brothers" and at times even appears to surpass them.

Turkish Empire (Turkey)
A major center for trade and mercenary activities, the Turkish Empire is a prospering nation, especially its hub of Istanbul. It developed into an empire in the mid-2030's, finding the continuity of a line of succession much more natural than the constant turn-over of elected leaders. Istanbul is a thriving metropolis, a major focus of trade, given its ideal location on the straights. The city is an odd mix of modern technology and ancient architecture. Among the historical landmarks and the dated buildings, Istanbul features a major aerospace port (complete with VTOL pads and orbital launch pads), many corporate facilities, and one of the most advanced citywide telecommunications systems in the world. Istanbul also has a burgeoning shadowmarket, being a hub for mercenaries of all types.