Following the declaration of independence of the Second Eldarian Republic (SER) and the Republic of Brinen (ROB), the capital would be thrown in an uproar as the government would immediately issue a proclamation to not only all domestic states, but to the nations of the world, that no one is to recognize the newly declared 'independent' states. To do so was to cut relations with the rest of Athyla. Of course, to much of the capitals relief, no nation officially recognized the SER or ROB, as there was no economic nor political incentive to do so. Of course, that doesn't mean relations between external states and the two 'independent' nations did not occur, rather the contrary is true. Brinen and Eldaria were both known to have made contact with smaller states such as Langol, with the most notable relation being established with Seytsca. Of course, none of these talks went much beyond negotiations of trade nor did it result in any nation guaranteeing their independence. As such, the state of the two nations was poor to say the least, with the declaration of independence seen by many as a rushed decision by ethnic nationalists and radicalists that were dissatisfied with the rule of the capital, not taking into consideration the general opinion of the population with saw more incentive in remaining within a union with the rest of Athyla. What would result would be political fragmentation and infighting within these newly declared states, as their position compared to  various enclaves within Athyla, which, by all technical means, remained within the republic, weakened. 

Anderon Nelen would resume the role of Chancellor of Athyla, and would immediately reverse all policies passed under Chancellor Fresbrek. As the nation reeled from internal strife, and governors sought to exert more and more power within their region, essentially acting as autonomous states, Chancellor Nelen would call on all states, still loyal to the union, to convene within Belvaria for the Second Constitutional Conference, in which the Constitution of the Union would be completely rewritten. Between March 8 to March 21, 1867, a total of 250 delegates from 24 of the 46 original states, with an additional 10 from the greater metropolitan area of Belvaria, would convene, drafting what would be the constitution to the present day. This constitution being declared as the Federal Papers. In addition to this, the Declaration of the Union would be issued by Chancellor Nelen, stating that the government will hold governors accountable if they sought to undermine the institution of the national government, which was not only treason against the government, but treason against the trust that the people gave to the state.

Following the declaration, Chancellor Nelen would carefully begin to secure the republic's position. Within the 24 states firmly under the national governments control, Chancellor Nelen would begin a series of economic and political reforms that would come to be known as the Nelenian Restoration. Highlighted by the tight grip in which Chancellor Nelen maintained political unity over the national government for thirteen years, between 1867 to 1880, democratic institutions were cemented, as Nelen would slowly begin mending the steps needed for ensuring a stable democracy, learning from his errors seventeen years prior in 1850. Economically, strives towards industrialization were made, as the Western Corridor would be created during this time. A network of railroads spanning from Maldrion, Arond, to the south of Adeboran, Arenen. The Western Corridor highlighted a significant achievement in Athylian economic growth, serving as a life line in the movement of supplies and people alike to the present day. 

Between the period in which Nelen stayed in office, various international issues also arose during this time, including the Cross Strait Affair of 1869, where Serlain ships would be ravaged by undocumented Athylian ships led by Admiral Gesber Neron of the Hasendorogia enclave. This resulted in the criticized bilateral agreement of the Maldrion Treaty, in which Serlai was given permission by the Athylian government to sink any undocumented ship east of what would be known as the Frana Line, until Athyla "restored stability within it's eastern territories." In addition, various conflicts with Seytsca arose over the issue of Brinen and Eldaria, as Athyla maintained its official stance as the legitimate government over the territories.

In 1876, Chancellor Nelen would begin encouraging the growth of political parties within Athyla, as various parties began to take up seats within the Atvan. Also during this time, plans for what would be known as the Eastern Reintegration would begin, as the republic began professional training of its existing military, slowly expanding its military capabilities. By May 19, 1878, led by General Esbeshva Nadonia, the Eastern Reintegration would begin, as a force of 700,000 personnel would begin the march east, forcing the reintegration of the now almost entirely independent enclaves. Various landlocked enclaves, cut off from supplies fell quickly, as by June 15, the Edesbren Enclave had already capitulated. Underfunded, poorly maintained, and starving, the Republican Army quickly established supply routes and began humanitarian efforts in once again reintegrating various populations towards the general "Athylian" identity via expansion of "frontier education programs" to various food kitchens. 

In 1880, at age 72, Chancellor Nelen would step down, carefully observing the election which resulted in popular candidate Danias Resa Verdenal of the Laurel Party winning within a landslide vote. Under Chancellor Verdenal, the Eastern Reintegration continued, as General Nadonia had already successfully captured the Edesbren enclave, the Andel enclave, the Verjona enclave, the Kanalia enclave, the Hasendorogia enclave, and the Velarom enclave. However, in the east rose the Triple Pact between Montekia, Atelbronek, and Perovia, with the greatest threat being the fact that the pact had a weapon; General Daes Beron. Born in the Montekia enclave, General Beron rose to prominence at a relatively young age during the Battle of Creves Lake during the Second Revolution, a major turning point that saw imperial forces pushed out of the mid-south. As the Eastern Reintegration soon made its way towards the city of Norathis, General Beron would successfully hold off against incoming Republican Forces in a two pronged attack that led to the Battle of Osneck. A harsh stalemate between the two great generals, General Nadonia and Beron, would continue for an entire two years, eventually, with General Nadonia making a break in 1883, eventually leading to the dissolution of the Triple Pact and subsequent seizure of the three enclaves. General Beron would be captured, however, would be pardoned for his honorable services during the Second Revolution.

During this time, the National Liberation Congress of Athyla (NLCA) within the Edela enclave would also begin their own expansion. With the communist regime successfully capturing the Dalbra enclave, Antyivia enclave, and Velarom enclave, spearheaded by General Felhan Mendeta. With the self declared chairman of the NLCA Ernhelm Sernabel directing and establishing Losberok influence throughout the now vast enclave, Chancellor Verdenal sought to completely eliminate the threat posed by the communist regime, as the Chancellor soon predicted that the NLCA would attempt to declare independence, similar to Brinen and Eldaria. Culminating to a blood conflict that was near total war in all but name, the Red Winter would grip the eastern front, as the Republican Forces of the Eastern Reintegration clashed against the self declared National Liberation Army of the Losberoks. In fact, the Republican Forces would be pushed back by General Mendeta in various battles, especially during the failed siege of Antavane. Of course, behind closed doors, as the situation grew dire, General Nadonia and Chancellor Verdenal would strike a deal with Governor Jemadan Auswen of the Presberia enclave, Govenor Wesbern Calmadan of the Sala Enclave, and Govenor Remal Serla of the Triciana enclave. These three governors viewed the communist ideals posed by the NLCA a threat to not only the federal government, but as an existential threat to the entirety of Athyla. In addition, during this time, growing demand and dissatisfaction from the general population within their regions, fueled by nationalism left from the revolution, left many of the remaining governors seeking to return to the folds of the federal government. Of course, it wasn't all for the good of the people.  In exchange for complete reintegration into the republic, the governors would be pardoned for their crimes of treason, retain their position as head of a respective state located within their existing sphere of influence under the official title of strasenbel, as well as retain their military honorifics and general autonomy for the remainder of their lifetime. 

With the formation of the clearly established alliance between the remaining governors outside of the NLCA's control, and general Losberok influence, as well as promises for complete reintegration into the state, the Revolutionary Army, along with the remaining enclaves, would push for a massive counteroffensive, striking deep into Edela and capturing Antavane, followed by the fall of Elresen. By 1888, the NLCA was all but wiped, with Ernhelm Sernabel and other various communists either captured or on the run. However, certain high profiled commanders and politicians associated with the NLCA would also be purposefully sent elsewhere, most notably, eastern Slandsia. The hope was that the radicals would stir up political instability, allowing for the eventual reconquest by Athyla. This plan however, would utterly backfire, and is often traced as one of the leading causes for the formation of the state of East Slandsia. During this time, Chancellor Verdenal won a second term during the election of 1885, reiterating his promise to unite the country and push for thorough economic reform within the nation. By the end of his second term in 1890, all of Athyla, excluding Brinen and Eldaria, were once more under the banner of the republic. 

Chancellor Verdenal would step down as Chancellor in 1890, further passing constitutional regulations limiting the term of the chancellor to two five year terms. With the foundations laid, the subsequent successors of Verdenal would eventually complete the reunification of Athyla with the Invasion of Brinen in 1892, which saw subjugation by 1894. During the invasion, the five month long Siege of Levanel saw catastrophic loss of life, as the residents of the city, barred from escape, would suffer at the hands of both the incoming Revolutionary Forces, as well as existing National Forces of Brinen, who plundered locals to sustain the besieged regiments of Brinen. Prior to the invasion, Brinen suffered economically, and even with its highly valuable ports and overall location, recognition from the international community, as well as overall support was hard to come by. The same was true for Eldaria, with Athyla beginning the Invasion of Eldaria in 1896. Lasting eight long years, major urban centers within Eldaria fell quickly, however, forces fled to the mountains, where Eldarian fighters would stage various surprise attacks, utilizing the high terrain and mountainous regions to their advantage. During much of the later half of the war, major focus was placed on fully putting an end to the various groups that hid within the mountains, many of whom plundered via hit and run tactics. In 1903, the Kalaren Offensive broke through mountain forces, as fresh supplies and new troops pushed deep into the region, swaying local guides as well as utilizing inside knowledge, the Eldarian's days were numbered, finally resulting in the capitulation of Eldaria in 1904, leading to the formal signing of the Laurel Allegiance by all states and territories of Athyla, declaring any form of secession as treason, and the formal establishment of a unitary structure, with all power derived from the national government. With this, the formal conclusion to the Enclaves Era was declared, as a new era for economic growth and development would usher into the once great power, ravaged by five decades of war and turmoil.

Following the reunification of Athyla, the state was ushered into the twentieth century and reborn. Under the direction of Chancellor Dalaberna Yelbren Onateranta (1905-1915), the foundations laid during the Enclaves Era meant to rapidly further the industrialization efforts within Athyla spread east and across Athyla, as mass transit and rail projects such as the Continental Railway spurred economic growth, facilitating the transit of goods and people alike across major urban centers across Athyla. It was also during this time that new administrative divisions were established, with the creation of prefectural regions and municipalities arising via the 1907 Law of Basic Administration, which gave specialized prefectural regions with high ethnic minorities greater autonomy in response to what caused much of the secessions during the early stage of the republic, as well as establishing municipalities which were made to grant cities state-level administrative status due to their political and economic importance. 

Aside from this, the Five Hopes were established by Chancellor Onateranta, these being welfare, education, housing, security, and freedom. The Five Hopes would serve as the framework in which Athyla would pursue for much of the duration of the Interbellum Period, as reforms aimed at establishing robust social nets and welfare programs for the people who have suffered greatly from the Enclaves Era period of tumultuous and near endless conflict. Due to the Five Hopes, the government would slowly begin the reduction of funding for the military, as the nation would undergo a policy of neutrality, focused on reconstructing and further developing the state once more. 

With the sharp turn toward a more socialist policy, other political groups arose, with the Federated Nationalist Party gaining traction during this time, gaining seats within the Atvan as all the seats were open to all. In addition to this, a cultural revolution occurred, as expressionism and surrealistic art gripped the media, and were all the rage during the 1910s to 20s. Of course, during this time, the First World War broke out within Kitalpha, more commonly known as the 11 Years' War in Kitalpha. Noted as one of the deadliest conflicts in history, much of the conflicts occurred within central and northern Kitalpha, as Sotharim and its allies clashed with the dominant Chesiran Empire. Due to the policy of neutrality, Athyla did not intervene on behalf of any side, rather instead, benefited economically as Athyla began exporting arms to both sides of the conflict. However, Athyla did favor Kingswald Concord, and most notably ended the trade of arms with Chesira in 1913. By the time the war ended in 1919, Athyla had become one of the largest benefactors for the Kingswald Concord, notably souring relations with the Norvikan Empire and Kingdom of Seytsca. 

However, with the end of the war, the need for arms rapidly plummeted, and the weapons industry was rapidly dismantled in favor of consumer production, aimed at developing a higher standard of life across Athyla, while also filling the pockets of rapidly rising corporations. As the period progressed, polices aimed to curb the rise of monopolies, with the 20s highlighting key cornerstones within Athylian anti-trust legislation, as well as progressive laws in regards to worker's rights. Of course, to further fund these programs, the defense budget was slashed in half, as the standing army plummeted from 3.4 million in 1904 to 678,000 by 1930. The funding from the defense budget saw the expansion of public infrastructure, resulting in what would be known as the Glorious Decade, referring to the period between 1918 and 1928, as subways were established in major cities, skyscrapers began to climb high into the sky, housing boomed, and the standard of life with the introduction of multiple government social and welfare programs poured into the state.

In 1928, the Great Depression hit the world, caused by bank failures across the world, most notably Serlai. Athyla would be hit hard, as the era would also be dubbed the Hard Times, with the economy plunging as people lost jobs in droves across the nation. By 1930, unemployment had skyrocketed to 30%, the highest ever recorded since the end of the Enclaves Era. Even with social nets employed to catch those suffering the fall, the economy within Athyla was placed on immense pressure, as the cracks threatened to completely crash the entire system. During this time, Rendera Tesern Bernavalda would be elected to office, with the promise to regain control over the economy. Chancellor Bernavalda would pass a series of policies known collectively as the Revitalization Plan. Aimed at giving workers a source of income and jobs, the state would go into deficit spending, establishing public workforces and expanding government offices as well as positions. In addition, new infrastructure plans, and a reassessment of the banking situation would lead to a steady recovery overall. Following reelection in 1935, Chancellor Bernavalda would further attempt to revitalize the economy, as much of the workforce would slowly be developed. However, a far greater issue would put a firm wedge in the chancellor's plan, as in 1936, WWII would begin.

On January 17, 1936, the Norvikan Empire, State of Akyra, and Seytsca launched a joint invasion to annex the Republic of Osbera, by January 19, 1936, the Republic of Osbera surrendered as the government fled north to Bristonia. This act would be followed by condemnation by not only the rest of Alvero, but internationally. However, no action would be taken in preventative measures to do so. On February 12, 1936, Norvikan diplomats met discretely with Athyla, who maintained general neutrality. The Norviks had offered a treaty of nonaggression between the two states, with added talks of trade and other such opportunities. At first, Athyla declined the offer, however, would soon be brought back to the table when offered the prospect in reclaiming Slandsia. Breaking their partial neutrality, Athyla would sign the Norvikan-Athylian Nonaggression Pact on March 28, 1936. 

Following this, Akyra officially annexed Osbera, allowing for Akyra to gain access to the sea. Meanwhile, on March 30, 1936, mere days after the signing of the nonaggression pact, the Norvikans invaded Bristonia, followed by the Seytscan invasion of Langol. The Invasion of Bristonia would last till December 12, 1936, with the Bristonian state capitulating and fleeing north to Athyla as a government in exile. Meanwhile, Langol would be annexed into Seytsca. However, Seytsca would also face internal issues, as southern Seytsca threatened independence. The region, otherwise known as Folknoria, would nearly succeed. However, in an elaborate secretive agreement arranged between the Seytscans and Norvikans, the Norvikans would intervene to help their ally. In exchange, part of the territory would be given to the Norvikans, while the Seytscans would be promised complete aid in acquiring land up north...land within Athyla.

By the start of January 2, 1937, Athyla would be in a complete uproar following the collapse of Bristonia. With multiple legislations mounting, many calling to cut relations with the Norvikans and its allies, as well as drastically increase military spending, Athyla would be reassured by the Norvikan delegation that they would not invade Athyla due to the continued maintenance of the nonaggression pact. In addition, the Norvikan, Akyran, and Seytscan governments all stated the reasons for such invasions were due to an assortment of supposed threats to national security, attacks on personnel, terrorist attacks upon public infrastructure, etc. The government in exile denied such accusations, however, as the year of 1937 pressed on, Athyla would slowly debate within the Atvan on determining the military budget, as the Atvan would remain divided on the issue. Of course, by December, the motion would pass, as the military would begin to move towards defensive militarization along the southern border. Of course, Athyla would also attempt to negotiate peace talks with the Norvikans, even at one point suggesting to support and aid them, to which the Norvikans declined. 

On May 12, 1938, Norvikan personnel spilled across the border into the state of Arenen and the prefectural region of Andelana. They would rapidly overwhelm the defenses along the southern border, which have only managed to set the foundations necessary for future defenses. Underprepared, and ill-equipped from years of neglect, the 798,000 personnel of the Republican Armed Forces would clash against an incoming 3.6 million Norvikans. The sheer number would rapidly overwhelm the southern defensive forces, as a draft within Athyla would rapidly be placed. Meanwhile, on May 23, 1938, Akyra and Seytsca would also launch their joint attacks in Athyla, with Akyra fighting a slow and treacherous battle across the Kanaran mountain range, as Seytsca attempted to make landings within Brinen while also invading Edesberak. By the start of 1940, the Norvikans had occupied Arenen, Anvalan, Sevbrok, Andelana, parts of Salenia, Resan, Salisbren, Velosa, and were gradually pushing the Athylian forces back towards Belvaria. At the same time, Akyra had managed to break past the Kanaran mountains, beginning their entry into Eranta, as Seytsca attempted to land within Brinen, however, failing to seize the crucial city of Levanel. 

During this time, the Atvan would declare a state of emergency, suspending elections while also suspending various institutions, laws, and policies in an aim to fuel the war effort. By 1941, the Norvikans had begun the invasion of Slandsia, as they rapidly marched across the East, while also invading Blitztopia and Korbia, utilizing Bristonia and captured Slandsian ports as a means of launching their assaults. Back in Athyla, Chancellor Bernavalda would enter his unprecedented third term, as he would convene with a council of generals to discuss counter offensive strategies. However, Belvaria would soon come under threat, following the fall of Braneda. In an effort to consolidate public support and raise morale, Chancellor Bernavalda would remain within the capital alongside his board, overseeing daily affairs as the sounds of shells inched closer towards the Belvaria metropolitan area.

Between 1941 and 1942, Belvaria endured relentless bombardment from the Norvikan forces, an onslaught that would become known as The Year of Fire. This period perfectly encapsulated the devastation faced by the city, with over 35% of Belvaria's infrastructure reduced to rubble. Air raids were a constant terror, and civilians sought refuge in the city's subway system, the only semblance of safety amid the chaos. As the relentless shelling continued, the industrial and commercial sectors were ravaged, leaving the city in a state of near ruin. The sound of air raid sirens became a constant, omnipresent noise, adding to the overwhelming sense of fear and despair.

By April 2, 1943, Norvikan troops reached the borders of Belvaria, marking the beginning of what would become the most decisive battle of the war: the Battle of Belvaria. From April 2, 1943, to March 12, 1944, Belvaria's defenders, led by the resolute General Aleksabrana Vyrov, held the line against the Norvikan invasion. Vyrov, a man of unparalleled tactical acumen, knew that the city’s ruined landscape would become its greatest strength. He transformed Belvaria into an intricate network of defenses, utilizing every building, street, and tunnel as a stronghold. The defenders employed guerrilla tactics, using the city’s maze-like infrastructure to launch surprise attacks and ambush the enemy.

Vyrov's forces also made use of the civilian population, organizing workers into resistance cells, arming them with whatever weapons could be scavenged. These fighters, though outgunned and underfed, were determined and resourceful. They set traps, sabotaged enemy supply lines, and launched attacks from within the ruins of the city. Snipers positioned in high-rise buildings picked off Norvikan officers, disrupting their command structure and causing confusion in the ranks. The Norvikans, relying on heavy bombardment and conventional warfare tactics, found themselves ill-prepared for the urban warfare that unfolded within Belvaria's battered streets.

One of the turning points of the battle came when Vyrov orchestrated a daring counteroffensive. Belvarian forces managed to sever a critical supply route for the Norvikan army, isolating their forces in the city and preventing them from receiving reinforcements. This move, known as "The Shattered Path," allowed the Belvarian resistance to regain strategic ground. Despite the mounting casualties on both sides, Vyrov's leadership and the defenders' sense of duty slowly began to turn the tide.

By March 12, 1944, after nearly a year of brutal fighting, the Belvarian forces launched a final push that forced the remaining Norvikan troops to retreat. The battle had cost Belvaria dearly, with over 1,300,000 casualties among both defenders and civillians and 350,000 Norvikan soldiers lost. The city, though scarred and broken, had been saved. Vyrov's leadership and the courage of the civilian resistance became the defining legacy of the Battle of Belvaria, a testament to the city's resilience to this very day.

As the victory over Belvaria became clear, the Athylians would manage to convince Serlai to join in Athyla's aid and defense. Serlai, the world's sitting economic superpower and military force, remained neutral during the entirety of the conflict, watching as Alvero rapidly fell under Norvikan control. Within Serlai itself, sentiments in joining the war was sour, as people detested the idea of entering into an Alveran conflict. However, as news of the atrocities spreaded to the isolated nation, public sentiment began to shift. As the momentum continued to be pushed, a crucial tipping point would come in the form of the Afselen Islands Crisis, in which Norvikan ships would launch a preemptive raid upon the sitting ports within Serlai following a dispute in which the Norvikans attempted to purchase the isles from Serlai in an attempt to utilize it as grounds for an amphibious invasion into Arond. The catastrophic event caused for public sentiment into joining the war to surge, however, the government continued to remain wary in the plausibility in the actual possibility in defeating the Norvikans. However, with the victory within the Battle of Belvaria, Serlai and Athyla would officially form the United Liberation Front in 1944, resulting in the official entry of Serlai into the war. 

With the foremost military and naval power backing the state, the Athylian forces began plans for the reclamation of integral territories. The Winter Offensive of 1944 would be the culmination of these plans, as the freshly deployed forces from Serlai, numbering over 2,000,000 would back the already present 7,500,000 Athylian personnel. Fresh wartime supplies would fill the hands of the Athylians, as Serlain generals would aid in planning the attack. The Winter Offensive saw the first effective counter offensive against the Norvikans, as the Norvikan forces would be pushed back Trinovar. Coordination with Bristonian, Slandsian, and Blitztopian freedom fighters would also be made, as Serlai aided in transporting and funding goods to all allied states. In addition, Athyla would manage to finally begin mass wartime production within the north, as Arond served as a major hubs of arms production, producing millions of arms for the mass amount of personnel. Very soon, forces within Brinen would also see major success, as the Liberation of Brinen would occur in 1945, as Seytscan forces would be fully forced out of Athyla, followed by the Athylian Invasion of Seytsca on February 25, 1945. 

Utilizing the Afselen Islands as a staging ground for naval operations, Serlai would aid in launching amphibious assaults across occupied Slandsia and Bristonia, while also aiding Athyla in improving it's aging navy and army. By 1946, the Norvikans had been pushed back to Mavara, as the Akyrans would be fully pushed out of the Kanaran mountains and would also be on the retreat. Meanwhile, with aid from Serlai and Athyla, Blitztopia would regain majority of it's southern and eastern coast, launching their own counteroffensive against the Norvikans. Operation Dusk would also occur during this time, as an amphibious landing along the coasts of the states of Anvalan and Arenen would be initiated, with Serlai and Athylian troops beginning to push the Norvikans away from the coast, cutting their supply to the sea. By 1947, the Norvikan forces had spent nine years occupying southern Athyla, costing millions of personnel and straining supply lines as resources began to dwindle. Guerrilla forces within occupied territory also grew, many of which proliferated after the defeat within the Battle of Belvaria. Notable forces includes the Blue Berets, the New Regiment, the One Army of Freedom, and hundreds of others. The last major battle occurred on July 22, 1948, as the Norvikans would be defeated at the Battle of Wurdenbren, resulting in the full withdrawl from Athyla on August 30, 1948, and the establishment of the Delton Ceasefire on December 17, 1948 between all participating parties within Alvero. The final peace conference would be known as the Adeboran Conference, which radically reformed the borders across Alvero and aimed to establish the steps towards peace within the continent.

Nevrentrak October 2, 1939 - August 30, 1948

While all of this was taking place, the Norvikans were orchestrating one of the most horrific atrocities in occupied Athyla. On October 2, 1939, the Norvikan government authorized a plan known as The Righteous Cleansing. This plan laid the foundation for the systematic killing of over 35.3 million non-Siliniolist individuals, including 26.8 million Athylian anarims of the Lanora faith. The plan began with the construction of forced labor camps in Bristonia, where prisoners and civilians were transported by rail. After the invasion of Athyla, cities and towns within the occupied regions were turned into ghettos—isolated areas meant to contain the non-Siliniolist population. These ghettos and labor camps were poorly maintained, and the people inside suffered from extreme malnutrition. Many died during the winter, resorting to eating scraps, rats, and, in a few documented cases, each other. The officials running these ghettos often subjected women and children to brutal abuses. It was not uncommon to see burned bodies or carts filled with the dead. Conditions worsened with the establishment of concentration camps, which were disguised as forced labor camps, but their true purpose was the extermination of the non-Siliniolist Athylian population, especially the anarims who opposed Norvikan Siliniolism. These camps were operated by the Norvikan 1st and 2nd Crusaders Regiments, who were responsible for managing them.

The concentration camps began operating in 1940, with the first being Mendek. Initially, prisoners were executed by shooting, but this method was slow and resource-heavy. In response, gas chambers were introduced to speed up the process. Millions of anarims were forced to strip and stand in cramped rooms, where the last thing they saw were the grey walls and showerheads before being killed. The bodies were then cremated, and their belongings confiscated. While the gas chamber accounted for most of the deaths, it was not the only method used. Branch Overseer Maenbrich Halfaenger, known as the "Final Doctor," conducted cruel experiments on the prisoners, including children. One such experiment involved testing the limits of human pain, with Halfaenger luring children in with kindness before subjecting them to unimaginable horrors. Over 308,000 children died from his experiments, which also included testing human endurance by setting victims on fire or shooting them with tank fire. By 1941, the largest and most infamous camp, Atanborg, was executing over 30,000 people per day, with other camps reaching similar numbers. These camps continued until 1948, when the Norvikans withdrew from Athyla, burning the camps and destroying records to cover their tracks. Those who survived carried the physical and emotional scars of what came to be known as the Nevrentrak, or the Dark Days, in Athylian history.

Life outside the camps was no better. Assaults, executions, and the burning of entire towns were common, with the most notorious being the destruction of the holy city of Ataras, which resulted in over 146,000 deaths and displaced more than 300,000 people. The lives of Athylian citizens under Norvikan occupation were marked by fear and violence. In the city of Ertiere, it became a popular destination for Norvikan and Seytscan officials, who brought their families to vacation in the war-torn city, all while the Norvikan Imperial banner flew in the backdrop. In fact, outside many cities, food and other such resources were seized from locals as millions would die, this resulted in 85% of all deaths noted within the Nevrentrak.