Dankuk

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Seongtaek: Emerging Transport Hub of the North
28 February 3634

Concept drawing of the Muhandae World Tower.

The Seongtaek Special City has long stood as Dankuk's most major port city, with the majority of shipped goods being imported and exported through the port at Seongtaek. As the Dankuk economy grows the government has been exploring ways to bolster the growth and how to maximize the benefits for the nation as a whole. Strong efforts continue to be made to expand domestic infrastructure as a measure for both economic growth and greater accessibility to opportunities among citizens.

The newest development initiative, developed by Ministers Han Sora and Ko Wonjin, seeks to greatly expand Seongtaek's economic role and to turn the city into a major transportation hub for Northern Dovani. Within this initiative, expansions will be made to the port, along with the introduction of new technologies. This multi-billion Dran project will also construct a new international airport, as well as solidify the transport connections between Seongtaek and Gongmangdo.

Dankuk's major chaebol are also taking note of the prospective developments in Seongtaek and are exploring their own ways to tap into the new economic opportunities that will emerge in the city. Taking the first jump at the opportunity, Muhandae Group has released designs for a planned 108-floor skyscraper to be constructed in the core of the city. The building, named the Muhandae World Tower, will be multi-purpose, housing retail space, offices, and residential apartments. Particular attractions will include a luxury hotel, observation deck, shopping centre, and cinema. And the architecture itself is designed to resemble a ship, a tribute to the port of Seongtaek. Ground is not expected to be broken until late next year and construction will likely not be fully complete until 3645. Construction will occur in phases however, allowing for some aspects of the building to come into use before 3645.

The planned Seongtaek International Airport is expected to be completed by 3640, around the same time that the government is hoping to begin wrapping up its development project.

Unruly Dissidents Crushed in Northern Dovani
6 March 3634

Naval military exercise off the coast of Enomoto-si last week.

Governor-General Ito Ryouichi's administration and patriotic soldiers of the Dankuk Armed Forces continue to tackle the problem of rebellious dissidents in Northern Dovani. Enforcing the highest authority of law and punishment of criminals, Dankuk works tirelessly to extend prosperity and harmony to Northern Dovani. Unfortunate elements have been major obstacles to fulfilling these benevolent goals, but since President Lee Dong-seung's Proclamation on Order & Peace, new progress is being made in cleaning up the problems in the region.

Some dissidents have attempted to materialize their ignorance through violence, attacking the public and those who are attempting to keep communities safe. However, these violent actors and their associates are quickly resolved of when they choose to unleash their anger. It is an unfortunate reality in Northern Dovani and great strides are being made to integrate the region with Dankuk's policies and to restore high levels of development to the region. Development had been on the increase in the 3010s, but analysis has indicated a lull that began in the mid 3020s and still continues today.

At the farthest reaches of Northern Dovani communities still lack basic services and infrastructure, and in general, such simple luxuries are still rather exclusive to just the main cities located in the western region, closest to Dankuk. Equalizing the access through most of Northern Dovani is a top priority for Dankuk, but certain dissident groups present a major problem in realizing the future prosperity of the region. Governor-General Ito has indicated that his administration will enforce the strictest of punishments against the dissenters and that there will be no tolerance for such counter-productive behaviors. Based on the previous year's reports, the numbers are slowly in decline for these dissenters and this trend is expected to continue through the coming years.

Duke Marcos Founds Dranianos Cultural Institute
7 March 3634

The Duke of Ulbrach, Marcos I, today announced the founding the Dranianos Cultural Research Institute (DCRI), an organization committed to the study of the Dranianos people, their culture, and origins. The organization will play multiple roles, first in education by working with universities and scholars to educate students and to perform and compile research. Secondly, and in relation to its academic research, the DCRI will conduct research that is relevant to policy-makers by observing the status of contemporary Dranianos.

The DCRI also has a third role in the general promotion of Dranianos culture. Duke Marcos I commented that he felt compelled to form the DCRI so to create a better understanding of the Dranianos people. "While we have long had a role in this nation, many people do not fully understand the background of the Dranianos. And it becomes especially confusing to some I think, when there are Dranianos who appear white or Egelian, and then there are those of us, like myself, who appear more so like a Gao-Showa. We are, in reality, a very complex group and there's a distinctive history behind our people. We are literally a cross of cultures, by blood and in practice. It is my hope that through the DCRI we can achieve greater inter-cultural understanding between the Kyo and Dranianos."

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Celebrating 30 Years of the Kingdom of Dankuk

6 July 3638

Military parade in central Gongmangdo.

Today marks the 30th anniversary of the Great Kyo Revolution and the founding of the Kingdom of Dankuk. Since the days of the revolution, Dankuk has made great strides in securing peace and prosperity for its loyal citizens. Domestically, the government has adopted a very development-oriented stance, seeking to spread technological progress and economic well-being beyond just the major urban centers. Major developments have also been made for Dankuk's economic standing in both the region and the world. Seongtaek is preparing to become the central port of Northern Dovani and the key point for import and export in the nation. Many other infrastructure projects have been completed or are in the works; and the government continues to lobby for the creation of a pan-Dovanian transport system. Beyond just economics and development, Dankuk has secured solid relationships with numerous foreign nations, opening up new opportunities for dialogue and cooperation.

In his anniversary address, President Lee Dong-seung expressed great hope for both the future of Dankuk and the continent of Dovani. The President emphasized new goals for improving the living standards of citizens of Dankuk and at expanding the role of the country in Dovani.


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Human Rights in Northern Dovani
Human Rights in Northern Dovani is a non-profit organization which formerly operated in Iglesia Mayor; now the organization is largely based out of the neighboring Republic of Kazulia.
Rumors of Major Crimes in Dankuk
28 August 3638

Since our expulsion from the Republic of Dranland in 3608, Human Rights in Northern Dovani has closely monitored, to the best of its ability, the activities of the government of the Dankuk regime. There have been great barriers, but we have accomplished numerous studies of the human rights situation in Dankuk. In recent years the human rights situation in Dankuk has intensified and it could be said to have radicalized after the challenge to its power in the late 3620s. Of particular focus are the Draddwyr, who have been the primary target of the regime. Since the Kyo Revolution, laws have been in place to give a heavy-handed recommendation for the Draddwyr to relocate to the Commonwealth of Northern Dovani (CND). Despite this inhumane basis to ethnic policy, the CND was granted a great degree of autonomy and the Draddwyr were, on paper, essentially their own semi-independent state. After the 3620s the government swiftly rescinded its earlier Draddwyr policies and enforced martial law upon Northern Dovani. This martial law remains today, even after eight years. Meanwhile, on the peninsula, the Draddwyr peninsula has reached its lowest point, which some estimates putting it between three and six percent of the population. Since the imposition of martial law in the CND, emigration rates have significantly increased as Draddwyr flee to places like Kazulia or Hulstria & Gao-Soto. But there's been another trend with the martial law, and that is a liberal usage of the death penalty. Under the guise of legal punishment for crimes, it is believed that many thousands of Draddwyr have been executed by the military regime led by Ito Ryouichi. There is no confirmation of this, but it aligns to dramatic shifts in demographic numbers, which emigration alone cannot explain. Interviews with Draddwyr emigrants have revealed accounts of people being executed for such minor offenses as breaking curfew or even, on at least one occasion, littering. Human Rights in Northern Dovani has attempted to explore this issue further through direct observation, but so far we have been unable to penetrate the closely watched urban areas of the region. And in Dankuk proper, no attention is provided to Draddwyr and most are unaware of any current events in Northern Dovani, other than those related to economic development of the cities, which is heavily promoted narration by the state media. It is increasingly evident that human rights crimes have been committed and the Dankuk regime is facilitating these crimes. Human Rights in Northern Dovani will continue to press this issue and try to uncover as much information as possible.

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President Lee Suffers Stroke
30 August 3647

Small candlelit shrine set up by citizens in Seongtaek, hoping for the Leader's recovery

In the most tragic of news, it has been reported from the KDF's central office that President Lee Dongseung has suffered a major stroke. This stroke has had a serious impact on President Lee's health and he has been indefinitely hospitalized. Doctors are doing their best to restore the health of the President, however it currently appears that he is stuck in comatose.

Reacting to this news there has been an outpouring of grief among the citizens, many of whom are praying for a recovery of the Leader. Officials from across the nation have also given their best wishes to the Lee Family hoping for a positive turn in the Leader's health.

Given the condition of President Lee, his son, Minister of Foreign Affairs Lee Hancheol, will exercise the powers of the presidency. And in the Foreign Ministry he will be replaced by Marcos de Mingo. If President Lee Dongseung's condition continues through the end of the year the Royal Assembly will hold a vote to confirm Lee Hancheol as the 2nd President of Dankuk.

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President Lee Dies in Comatose
16 November 3648

Funeral procession through Gongmangdo

Some stood strong in hopes of the recovery of the Dear Leader, President Lee Dongseung; others grudgingly accepted the reality of the Leader's health condition. Against the best efforts of Dankuk's best doctors, President Lee Dongseung, Hero of the Revolution, passed away in his comatose earlier this week. It was a peaceful death, albeit brought about by a serious stroke earlier this year.

There has been an outpouring a grief throughout all of Dankuk at the news of President Lee's death and great crowds have formed to collectively mourn his passing. Before being taken to his place of burial, a hearse carried the Dear Leader's body through central Gongmangdo for a final time. President Lee Hancheol has declared two weeks of mourning for his father, the leader of the Great Kyo Revolution of 3608.

Martial Law Lifted in Northern Dovani
9 December 3648

Naval ships stationed in Enomoto-si

Over a decade of martial law in Northern Dovani has come to an end today after an executive decree was issued by President Lee Hancheol. This sudden declaration has not only brought an abrupt end to martial law but it has also designated an immediate successor to Ito Ryouichi as Governor-General of Northern Dovani. Ito, who is also the Minister of Justice, has been quick to express his disagreement with the actions of President Lee. He even went as far as to criticize the Leader for failing to uphold the ideology of his father.

There had been some suspicions that Ito might be removed from the Justice Ministry as a result of his criticisms, but so far it appears that President Lee will not sack Ito at this time. Previously Ito served an extensive term in the Interior Ministry before being removed by Lee Hancheol immediately following his de facto succession to the presidency in the autumn 3647. There are numerous speculations that there is a growing personal and ideological divide between Lee and Ito.

While martial law has been ended, President Lee has not restored the prior government structure and will be keeping Northern Dovani's central government under the authority of the executive. Appointed as the new Governor-General is Yi Suknam, a native of Keongju, a city in the southwestern area of the territory. While the executive will continue to have ultimate authority over the region, Northern Dovani will be permitted a degree of autonomy in its governance, essentially in the same fashion as the provinces.

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The 3649 Crisis
15 May 3649

Ultranationalist faction causing brawl in the Royal Assembly.

Earlier this morning an odd announcement was delivered by a segment of the Royal Assembly. This announcement, given by Minister of Justice Ito Ryouichi, specifically declared the formation of a new government, led by Ito and the ultranationalist faction of parliament. There was immediate outrage among other members of parliament and by numerous representatives of President Lee Hancheol's Government. Initially Ito's declaration was dismissed and Gongmangdo Metropolitan Police (GMP) were ordered to arrest Ito and his followers, however the police did not respond.

About half an hour passed before a large brawl erupted on the floor of the parliament, as the Lee loyalists attempted to expel the legislature of the continuing declarations being delivered by the ultranationalists. Around this time the police chief of the GMP dispatched armed officers to the parliament. This was not to restore order however, instead it seems apparent that Ito won over the support of the police chief. Consequently the arriving officers forcefully removed Lee's loyalists from the legislature.

By this time, word was spreading in Gongmangdo about the drama occurring in parliament, causing an increasing turnout of both Ito and Lee supporters outside the parliament. When the police removed the Lee loyalists violence broke out immediately as the two sides clashed in the plaza of the Royal Assembly. Some Lee loyalists attempted to storm the parliament, but Ito's ultranationalists had already managed to barricade themselves inside the building.

As these events played out, the majority of the members of the national cabinet, particularly those supporting Lee, were detained by the GMP. The only exception was Minister of Defense Han Sukee, who was accepted as Defense Minister within Ito's "government."

Despite the ongoing clashes throughout central Gongmangdo, Ito continued to expand his grip on the national government, neutralizing any sources of power for Lee's loyalists. While cooperation has been found regionally in the closest areas around Gongmangdo, most of Dankuk has refused to recognize Ito's coup and only recognize Lee Hancheol as the legitimate leader. And some of Ito's most powerful support is believed to have been gained through either bribery or blackmail, chiefly his support from the GMP chief and Minister Han.


Leader of the coup, Minister of Justice Ito Ryouichi

In an attempt to further reign in his opposition, which includes many members of the nobility, Ito has declared abolished the duchies and ordered the arrest of members of the Lee and Sun Families, along with members of the Royal Family. While the military has largely chosen an stance of inaction, they have mobilized special units to carry out the apprehension of Dankuk's nobility.

The Royal Family has already fallen into the custody of Ito's ultranationalists after armed police descended upon Beonyeongsalm Palace. A small fight broke out between Royal Guards and the GMP, resulting in the death of six guards and two police. It is believed that the central members of the Ryeo Family are currently in custody of the ultranationalists. Additionally, Sun Ryoji and Lee Hancheol have been detained.

Other members of the Sun and Lee Families have yet to be captured and it is actually rumored that they have been given refuge by the de Mingo Family in the mountains of Ulbrach. If this is indeed true, it is highly unlikely that Ito will be able to capture the remaining members.

The ultranationalist hold on the national government is currently very shaky, however it appears for the time being that Ito Ryouichi has managed to grabbed power in Gongmangdo. Outside of the central capital region Ito has little to no power; it is yet to be seen if the military will be utilized more extensively in attempting to consolidate power. Within Gongmangdo, the GMP continue to struggle against mass popular protest, as well as defection of officers who are loyal to President Lee Hancheol. As the evening has approached, there have also been demonstrations in other cities of Dankuk, denouncing Ito's coup and branding Han, and other ultranationalist sympathizers, as traitors to Dankuk.

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King & Crown Prince Murdered; Ito Declares Self as Emperor
8 June 3649 (The news presented below covers three weeks of events)

Ito Ryouichi, after murdering the King & Crown Prince, declaring self as emperor of Dankuk.

Perhaps in an attempt at further consolidation of power, or just as a simple act of pure insanity, the ultranationalist leader Ito Ryouichi has committed the most unforgivable and horrific of acts. By his very own hands, King Jongki III and Crown Prince Yongchae have been executed at the throne of Beonyeongsalm Palace. This dramatic action by Ito is likely an attempt to achieve submission of the people through fear, but based on the current scene nationwide, he has only brought about even greater outrage and rioting.

If the murder of our beloved King and his heir were not evil enough, the radical allies of Ito Ryouichi have attempted to kill off other members of the royalty as well, in an attempt to totally destroy the Baekgu-Ryeo bloodline. Fortunately, the same sanctuary provided to the Sun and Lee Families by the de Mingo's of Ulbrach has also included the Ryeos, among them being the Crown Prince's son, Jinkyun.

The pure madness emanating from Ito does not stop. Having murdered the King and his heir, in a televised announcement Ito stood upon the bloodied throne, declaring himself as the Emperor of the new Kyo empire. Within his imperialistic address, the self-proclaimed emperor called for the elimination of all non-Gao Showa in Dankuk and even announced his plans to establish total Kyo dominance over Northern Dovani, including all of Kazulia and parts of Hulstria & Gao-Soto.

As it stands, this is mostly all rhetoric and Ito's power isn't recognized outside the ultranationalist circle. And in practice, he has power nowhere but in his imagination. Initially aided by the bribed police chief of Gongmangdo, now many officers of the GMP have defected, turning their arms against the ultranationalists.

Amid the increasingly violent anti-Ito riots have also been attempted prison breaks by imprisoned Lee loyalists and members of nobility. Tragically, one of the successful prison breaks saw the escape of Lee Hancheol and the death of Sun Ryoji. The two, held in the same prison, made a daring escape alongside other political prisoners. As they made their way to freedom, a number were shot by guards, including Sun. President Lee attempted to save Sun, but was forced to continue, realizing that Sun was no longer alive.

Aided by anti-Ito civilians, President Lee escaped to Ulbrach, joining with other free members of the legitimate government of Dankuk. In the combined news of both the murder of the King and the killing of Sun Ryoji, and the multitude of murder attempts on other leaders, Defense Minister Han Sukee turned his back on Ito, betraying an apparent deal they had made prior to the coup. As a result, troops were today (June 10) mobilized and dispatched to Gongmangdo to restore order and to remove the fake emperor.


Protesters filling the streets in the central avenue of Gongmangdo.

With enormous opposition from all over the peninsula, and the addition of armed soldiers arriving at his doorstep, Ito and his ultranationalists were quick to defeat. Betrayed by their most powerful ally, a bribed and subdued military, Ito had nothing left to effectively defend his "empire." The submission through fear, and the ultranationalist leadership he hoped to gain through the violent usurpation of the throne only ended up delivering his end. It is clear that Ito misread the nationalism of Defense Minister Han; in fact Han, while not entirely loyal to Lee, proved to still hold his utmost devotion to the King. No matter what imperial promise Ito made, no matter how large of a Kyo empire that there could've been, Han stood by the Ryeos.

The insanity of Ito Ryouichi is clear and in the greatest misfortune of Dankuk's history, he managed to amass enough influence and power to carry out the murder of the King, Crown Prince, and other prominent leaders. The soldiers dispatched to Gongmangdo have arrested Ito and it is likely that in time he will be executed for his crimes against the nation and the Kyo people. In addition to Ito's imprisonment, many ultranationalists of the KDF have also been arrested by the military or police; they too will likely be tried as traitors.

Presently, President Lee and his government has returned to Gongmangdo and there are great attempts to bring calm to a very unsettled nation. The crisis that has occurred over the past month has brought great disorder and despair. While Ito has been removed, unrest still permeates throughout Dankuk. And many questions are being asked as to how this crisis was even possible. And how it was possible for a madman like Ito to find his way into the some of the highest governmental offices; and how it was possible for so many of Dankuk's most major figures to be murdered in front of the very eyes of the people.

Within the government, Minister Han has resigned and submitted himself to the police in Gongmangdo, asking to be imprisoned just like the other ultranationalists. And for the nobility, the 26-year old Prince Jinkyun has come to the throne, succeeding his grandfather. Likely a new government will be formed soon, and the KDF will continue to reorient itself; and the nation will decide how it will move forward after facing ultranationalism and radical terror.

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Ito Disappears from Reunii Prison
1 December 3649

Central building of the prison that contained Ito Ryouichi.

Government interrogators arrived today at the Reunii prison of the ultranationalist traitor Ito Ryouichi only to discover that Ito has disappeared. The visit by the officials from the Ministry of Justice was unannounced and it is reported that their arrival caused visible discomfort among the prison staff. Initially the staff attempted to turn away the Justice officials, urging them to return next week. The Justice officials forced their entry and quickly discovered a cover-up by the prison. As recounted by other prisoners, at some point in the past week Ito Ryouichi was taken from his cell by prison staff. After that he was never seen again.

The leading staff of the Reunii prison continue to refuse cooperation with the government and will not provide any information regarding Ito. Consequently, all staff of the prison has been arrested by the Justice Ministry and the government is taking temporary direct oversight of the prison. Currently it is believed that Ito was assisted in an escape to Northern Dovani. Governor-General Yi Suknam has already been in contact with the Justice Ministry and police authorities in the region have issued an alert relating to the possibility of Ito's presence. The Dankuk central government has also announced that it will offer rewards to individuals who provide successful leads in finding Ito's location.

The government has begun extending its intelligence monitors upon citizens who have expressed radical ultranationalist views. It is hoped that this could help uncover not just Ito's location, but also to prevent future violent uprisings and conspiracies against the Kingdom.

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The Dankuk Peace Park
17 December 3649

Design plan of the Dankuk Peace Park

President Lee Hancheol and King Jinkyun have commissioned the design and construction of a memorial park being called the Dankuk Peace Park. To be located at the southwestern edge of the Gongmangdo Special City, the Dankuk Peace Park is broadly dedicated to a peace in the nation and region. The park also will serve as a memorial to those who died in the 3649 crisis. Not only did the event see the horrific murders of King Jongki III, Crown Yongchae, and Interior Minister Sun Ryoji, but also around two to three dozen loyalist civilians and police died in the riots in Gongmangdo. All of these people and their identities will be memorialized at the Dankuk Peace Park.

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사업 BUSINESS
Businesses Struggling After Crisis; Tourism Down
The ultranationalist crisis earlier this year had a negative impact on businesses, especially with the loss of foreign investors. With the crisis resolved and normality restored, major corporations are attempting to convince their former investors to return, persuading them of the overall stability of Dankuk. The crisis also an enormous impact on the summer's tourism, which often brings great revenue for economy. The recent prison escape by Ito does little to aid the negative business and tourism situation. Nonetheless, the government and private businesses are trying hard to emphasize the safety of both investing in and visiting the Kingdom.
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The Era of the Gao-Showa
26 June 3652

Poster depicting the united peoples of Dovani.

Since the earliest beginnings of the revolutionary movement that toppled the oegukin regime of the Dranian Peninsula, there had been declarations of 37th Century as the "Gao-Showa Century." Such great revolutionaries, like President Lee Dong-seung, saw the course of history and made these statements, confident in their vision of the future. Eight years into the century, the oegukin were pushed out of power and after centuries of occupation, the Kyo regained control of their homeland. Now Dankuk has stood for over forty years and is more prosperous than ever.

The Gao-Showa Century is not proven by Dankuk alone. In the past year the monumental of events occurred as the Luthori Empire disintegrated and lost all of its territorial holdings in Dovani, Squibble, and Vascania. With the destruction of the Luthori Empire, vast portions of the land have come under the leadership of the Holy Indralan Empire, which has long led efforts to restore Gao-Showa rule of the homeland.

With the exit of Luthori, the majority of Dovani is under native rule. There are very few exceptions, though most noticeable is of course, the Hulstrian regime, which has skillfully rendered the Kunihito powerless and turned their leaders into nothing more than mere figureheads. A minor exception is also Dankuk's only neighbor, Kazulia. Regarded as a land of origination for the pre-historic Kyo people, Kazulia today has a significant Gao-Showa population.

As recognition of the historic meaning of the region, and to encourage the Gao-Showa of Kazulia to spread the revolution, King Jinkyun has claimed the Kazulian throne, taking the title as the King of Jjeokuk. Jjeokuk is the native-language name being used for the land of origination, known in oegukin language as Kazulia. His Most Virtuous Majesty has put utmost importance upon peaceful revolution, and encourages virtuous leadership to serve as an example for all the peoples of Dovani. Through such wise conduct, the maximum prosperity can be achieved for the Gao-Showa.

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Dranianos Re-Organize to Battle Gao-Showan Ethnic Terrorism
June 11,3656




Luz de la Mar,Valdor- After years of increased marginalization and state-supported inherent racism against the Dranianos community by the Kyo and Draddwyr and their leaders,a breaking point has been reached.The Dranianos community has cried out for help and support,and that call has been heard by Bartolomé Salazar,grandson of Maximo Salazar and great-grandson of former President and Draniano hero Francisco Salazar.Bartolomé has kept a low profile in Drania,but after witnessing the increasing number of state-supported acts of racism against his people,he has pulled himself out of anonymity and has promised the restoration of pride,honor and morality to the Dranianos community and to all of Drania by re-organizing the impressive fist of the Dranianos community,the Valdorian Blue Shirt Movement.


Bartolomé Salazar begins his fight to restore the pride,honor and morality of the Dranianos people

The flame of Dranish national,cultural,and economic pride has been extinguished in recent decades.The people of Dranland have been desperate in their attempts to re-ignite it,but the old political vanguard has been quick to destroy any attempt to fill Drania with pride.As a result,the people have suffered a great deal.Political agendas and constant disagreement over the simplest of problems has led to the growth of underlying ethnic and social divides,with the weak political class shuttering behind their parliament doors to avoid accepting a bitter and sorrowful reality: Dranland is lost.Well,my compañeros,we have accepted this reality,and we have once again accepted the immense task of pulling Dranland from the abyss and into the prosperous light,just as my great-grandfather Francisco did many years ago.We,the vanguard of the Dranianos people,have re-ignited the flame of the Valdorian Blue Shirt Movement,and we will save this country in all of her glory,we will stand up to the Kyo terrorizers and their racist lapdogs,and once again provide a real alternative the people have been looking for.The parties in Parliament today are all but gone,and the only existing offers few answers besides state-sanctioned racism.The people are forced to choose corrupt cronies of the Capitalist system,weak internationalists,and centrist ideologues.The Blue Shirt Movement offers the people of Dranland an alternative,a path of Strength and Unity and Morality: a third way,if you will.Today,brothers,our movement has come once again to resurrect the morality and sanity of Drania,to unify her people and to bring stability to this glorious nation!-Bartolomé Salazar


VBSM supporters show Dranianos pride while listening to Jefe Bartolomé

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Blue Shirts Rally for National Unity in 'Drania,not Dankuk'
June 8,3657




Luz de la Mar,Valdor-Over 16,000 VBSM supporters attended a rally in Luz de la mar today,which culminated in a mass led by Metropolitan of the Universal Church of Terra Maximo Antonio Rabal,followed by a March for National Unity through the streets of Luz de la Mar.Speaking at the rally,Jefe de Partido Bartolomé Salazar appealed to the Dranianos community to resist the ethnic terrorism of the ruling Kyo elite,and called for national unity in Drania,not Dankuk.


Jefe Bartolomé appealing for National Unity

Hermanos y hermanas,I appeal to you to resist the racial apartheid and bigotry of the ruling Kyo elite,who seek to abolish the Dranianos community and it's beautiful traditions and its national pride.Patience is key,they will meet their ultimate demise at the hands of their maker,the Valdorian Blue Shirt Movement.The Dranianos community will once again arise and unite Drania,it will restore her previous glory,her honor and her morality,and it will rid her of her enemies!We must have national unity in Drania,not Dankuk.Dankuk is their way of implementing racial apartheid,and it shall fall! [i]¡Viva Drania,Viva el pueblo Draniano!

After the Jefe's speech,Metropolitan Rabal led a mass in which he appealed to the Dranianos for unity against secularist enemies who wish to tear the community apart.


Metropolitan Rabal leading the mass

Brothers and Sisters, we in the Universal Church believe in the essential unity of all mankind through acceptance of the Omnipotent Light. We believe that truly moral behavior is only possible when one acts in accordance with the Light's plan. It's not impossible,as a Horsian or a Queranzaris,to act in accordance with the principles of the Light without ever have read the Holy Creeds or even having rejected them in favor of another scripture. But secularism, which denies the essential unity of mankind with his spiritual kin, is not compatible with the Light's plan. Thus, secular regimes, however well justified in the eyes of man always go astray. Whether collectivist,as in Hobrazia,or individualistic,as in Dolgava,the ideologies of secularism and the worship of secular concepts has resulted in the most vile atrocities against human dignity. It is therefore most disturbing to that so many politicians, who I shall not name, find Dranland's Universalist heritage to be something something suspect or reprehensible. The only principle sacred in Dranland today, it seems, is the idea that Dranland is somehow innately without any faith, heritage or identity beyond the fact that it is "tolerant". Though this may sound flattering, what this really means is that our contemporary rulers consider Dranland as nothing more than the sum total of the secular ideologies which are temporarily in fashion. Yet secular ideologies come and go, and one day we may that it is the ideological screeds of the Liberals that are in fashion. Without the hard rock of our revealed faith, our connection to the eternal will, we Dranianos will be lost. So many of our people have turned from the faith and sought answers in secular ideologies, and for a while it was good. Yet now the Secularists dream of a tolerant, perfect and generic nation is unraveling before our eyes. Thousands of Dranish people, who once thought all they needed was a credit card and a vote, are seeking solace in the faith of their ancestors.

Secularism has proven dangerous and empty, and we hope that we can engage the Selucian Patriarchal Church, the Ehudi Church of Elyon, the Queranz Church, the Abadi Church, the Felinists and many other of the worlds faith in a constructive dialogue about the best means to restore mankind's essential union with the spiritual and rescue his soul from the pitfalls of secular ideologies.We Believe in One Omnipotent Deity, the Light, the Creator of All and Everything that was, is and will be.

After the mass, the Archbishop,along with Jefe Slalzar, led a March for National Unity through the streets of Luz de la Mar.


VBSM supporters taking part in the March for National Unity