Post by Captain Benjamin Maxwell on Jul 18, 2005 17:13:31 GMT -5
VALASHA: A Brief Overview
By Gen Miyamoto
Valasha Orbital notes - Due to the intensity of the star Valasha orbits, Valasha has a fairly warm mean temperature of 35 degrees Celcius. Also the strong gravitational spin creates a 200.5 day year and allows for very brief seasons. Valasha has significant tide, thanks to its sizable moon Rusalka.
Valasha Topography Notes -
The topography of Valasha includes an expansive water system including a large ocean (60% of surface), numerous lakes, and countless rivers. Valasha is tectonically active and has expansive mountain ranges on its major continents. Valasha also features a very dynamic water cycle resulting in high precipitation and strong winds.
Continents:
Arkensk - Arkensk is a frosty island situated high in the North. It is a store house of many valuable resources for powering a robust industry. A majority of residents work in petroleum refining or mining conductive metals. The population in arkensk is nearly 100 % Russian descended, excluding a few corporate supervisors and political administers.
Eveshka - Eveshka boasts having five deer to every person living on the fertile island, which constitutes nearly 70% of Valasha's meat industry. The only pursuit perhaps more widespread than its infamous wildlife is Eveshka's strong history of whaling. Whales were transported from Terra specifically for systematic harvest. Valashan sailors maintain a vivid folklore, including a myth that whales are essential for the safety of the universe. Additionally, Eveshka enjoys the most fertile soil on planet and has a heavy mixture of farming and cattle.
Paraska - Paraska has, since first settlement, been a largely undeveloped frontier. A harsh landscape, powerful weather system, and an abundance of deadly predators have largely kept Valashans at bay. Paraska has a few cities along the coast with a sparse trail of work camps and mining towns leading to the interior lake.
Vasily - Vasily is the smallest continent on Valasha and has been developed into a resort destination. It's equatorial position grants Vasily year-long summers and uniform solar cycles, both contributing to the relaxing ambiance of living the same day over and over. The richest and most privileged of Valasha winter here, enjoying the myriad pleasures available.
Vojvoda - Vojvoda is the main continent of Valasha and is heavily settled. The capital, Puerto Valacia, is located near the western coast. Vojvoda is home to several large deposits of uranium which was one of the many benefits that attracted heavy settling. Vojvoda also hosts a majority of farming and it's rich soil sustains the majority of crops grown on planet.
Valasha Tactical Notes - Valasha has a fairly small military by Inner Sphere standards. Despite its small size however, Valashan government has kept it technologically comparable to most modern armies. Valasha boasts 10 full lances of 'mech along with undisclosed numbers of Aerotech fighters, helicopter gunships, sea and ground craft. The Valashan army's focus is defense from external threats, leaving general law enforcement to localized militias.
Continents:
Arkensk - Has moderate military presence, to facilitate strategic deployment near critical resource depots and collectors. Arkensk holds only two of the ten 'Mech lances on planet. Primary defenses: several? battalions of hover tanks accompanied by light air and sea support.
Eveshka - Eveshka has a highly militarized coast line, as it services as the Valashan Navy Headquarters. Minor land and air elements are present, most significantly, two lances of mech. Primary defenses: Heavy Naval forces with mixed support.
Paraska - Paraska has minimal military installations and presence. There is a paltry amount of air units, primarily used for patrols, as well as a possible half-battalion of hover vehicles. Primary Defenses: Infantry points, supported by air/land vehicles with minor automated defenses at critical security installations.
Vojvoda - Vojvoda is heavily militarized and defended. It features comprehensive air elements, impressive tank brigades, and is home to six full lances of mechs, one of which protects the capital at all times. Primary defenses: light automated defenses, significant land, sea, and air forces.
Rebel Leaders:
Mikhail Sveshnikov
Peytre Alexeev