Talk:Great War

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Post-2nd Norsus Era

 * Despite some serious setbacks, Repzork emerged from the Interim era relatively unscathed compared to most other Warlord powers. Arguably stronger with all civilian and military assets dedicated to the war.


 * With Zaretians in a weakened state, Repzork take precedence as premier Warlord power alongside Margan.


 * Repzork are generally wary of Warlord Pact as many of their allies either collapsed, tore themselves apart, or are simply untrustworthy. Even with the return of Bael'thir, Repzork would seek out allies they view as more reasonable than the Margan or Asanians (whom they don't necessarily consider an ally).


 * Repzork have three immediate objectives following the 2nd Battle of Norsus:

1. Repel Karahotdoum and Galderan invaders from mainland (Successful - Operation Sidewinder)

2. Use the chaos caused by the Margan's return to deal a death blow to the Betel government and military apparatus. Operation Desolate Winds ensues, with the Repzork foregoing occupation in favor of destruction. Ultimate goal is invasion of Betel homeworld and destruction of Helm's Hold. Though significant damage is dealt to the Recyclers, the offensive fails (likely due to foreign intervention, would need to discuss) and Repzork initiate a scorched earth campaign as they withdraw. Numerous colonies are bombarded with millions of tons of conventional and Marganite-based munitions. Colonies are devastated, with most residents dying or being displaced. Betel respond with terror attacks in Repzork mainland. Repzork continue to covertly hinder Betel efforts.

3. Assist the Zaretian Monarchy in getting back on its feet and reclaiming Nu-Zartar. Would support Breys during the civil war.


 * Escalation of the Nepharian Cold War due to various factors. Repzork aim is not to incite direct conflict with Nepharians; in fact, troops remain careful to not directly engage the Nepharian assets unless absolutely necessary. Allies in the region can be inducted as client states and/or have their guns directed at the Peacekeepers while new territory can be exploited for resources. With no intention of directly interfering in Nepharian activities, empire can claim they have done them no wrong, though this omits the fact that they attacked those who had aligned with the Nephani Mandate.

Necraal Sovereignty

 * Undo several lore changes that had come about during early Modernization. Origin story of Shamans/pacifism against modernists/expansionists discarded. Redo articles describing their background and intervention in the war. Closer to original (what I can recall of it anyway). Zaretians still find Necraal, but do not rescue them from Grox as had occurred in old lore. Necraal potentially joins war as Peacekeepers are a threat to his ambitions.

Post-2nd Norsus Era

 * Ion storms did not directly affect electronics, but severely disrupted sensors and wireless transmissions, especially in space, making communication and travel impossible. With ships running the risk of warping straight into a star, Necraal decided to lay low and use the opportunity to mend their wounds to what extent they could. Once the storms subsided, contact between colonies and the Pact is reestablished. Pact sends aid to help Bael'thir and his men get back on their feet.


 * Tor and most of his followers move to Phaeris to join their king, though some decide to stay behind and establish permanent populations elsewhere, such as in Repzork space. Virisus and Peacekeeper-affiliated Necraal also defect back to Bael'thir. Virisus desertion mostly among lower-ranking troops, but some officers defect, such as Commandant Tsuternex (Reasoning: Literally that he lacks an edgy title or anything of the sort. His name is strangely normal.) Peacekeeper defections much more severe, partly as their faction is small. Important figures leave alongside rank-and-file. Peacekeeper trust in Necraal challenged.

Fehgrov Battles & The Galderan Intervention
From Mosalla The Awakened Biography https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KlqIMEqLThRnz_y1eH0iam3M1U9r-VlBxs9Aa3mYNJo/edit#
 * Xeverra 21st Attack School
 * Suggested that the Repzork were expanding to the region, and this operation was part of it. Repzork involved in this battle?
 * Difficult to capture, but Xeverra win out with few overall casualties
 * Surrounding regions are subsequently invaded using Fehgrov as a launch point. Suggestion that Repzork are even deployed from here.
 * Allusions to two main structures
 * Galdera struggles to defeat the Xeverra & Repzork on land, frequently routed
 * Galdera shift to space combat, intending to cut off the poorly supplied garrisons.
 * Molla was the closest Worldship to Betel Space
 * Xeverra unable to hold Fehgrov (Xeverra reinforcements were delayed due to the sudden arrival of Orsaron Knights in Repzork-occupied territory, which caused Xeverra to send aid to them first)
 * 21st Attack School involved in both battles
 * Automated defenses scattered throughout Betel space remained even after Xeverran withdrawl, making certain areas dangerous to return to (parallels with marganite bombing by repzork)
 * Question: Was the 21st Attack School all it took? Or was this a miraculous and humiliating defeat of the Betel by a coordinated, formidable, but small group of aces?