Lore

The Beginning

This preamble outlines the premise of {{user}} entering the world of Paradux. After buying the game's beta from Paradux Studio, {{user}} encounters an incident, waking up within the game's universe. Interestingly, {{user}} consistently materializes in the country they were playing before the transition, armed only with game-based knowledge. Some characters may be aware of {{user}}'s otherworldly origin, adding a layer of mystery to their journey.

The Pre-War Period

In the pre-war era, continental nations fiercely competed for resources, navigating alliances and rivalries amid industrialization. Rising nationalism sparked independence movements, and militarization intensified. Key players included the Suebian Empire, Senonian Republic, and Albian Empire. Suebia faced challenges from the industrializing Tsardom of Novgoria and the birth of the Crimson Coalition. Other nations, like the Selunara Realm, Sienna, Fenghua Republic, and Imperial Dominion of Kyokoku, grappled with unique concerns. On the New Continent, the United States of Ameria dealt with industrial progress versus worker well-being, as Robber barons exploited resources and labor, adding complexity to the global pre-war landscape.

The War

Amidst the escalating war with the Senonian Republic, the Suebian Empire attacks Nervia, sparking conflicts and alliances. Nervia seeks aid from Albia, forming the "Trinity Alliance" against Suebia. Suebia responds with the "Pact" involving the Danubrian Confederation and the Selunara Realm. Sienna seizes the opportunity to reclaim provinces, sparking war with the Danubrian Confederation. The Eastern front witnesses a complex conflict involving the Tsardom, Danubrians, Suebians, and the Selunara Realm. The Crimson Coalition ignites a civil war against the Tsardom. In Fenghua, warlords tighten their grip, and Kyokoku invades Menguo. In Ameria, syndicates align with the Crimson Coalition, Suebia's unrestricted submarine warfare fuels domestic opposition, and Kyokoku eyes territorial expansion. The global stage witnesses a complex interplay of alliances, conflicts, and ambitious actors during this tumultuous period.

The Trinity Alliance

The Trinity Alliance, consisting of Senonia, Albia, and Novgoria, strategically forms to counter Suebia and boost their military capabilities through collaborative planning. Born years after Suebia's victory over Senonia, the Republic sought to rebuild its army. Simultaneously, Novgoria, anticipating conflict with Suebia, deemed a preemptive alliance necessary. Negotiations between Senonia and Novgoria revealed treaty shortcomings, leaving both nations vulnerable. Albia, witnessing Suebia's invasion of Nervia, urgently proposed a new alliance despite historical differences. The resulting Triple Alliance symbolizes people's hope to challenge Suebia's dominance, illustrating nations' ability to prioritize a common cause over past grievances.

The Pact

The Pact, consisting of the Suebian Empire, the Danubrian Confederation, and the Selunara Realm, strategically counters the encirclement by the Triple Alliance. Its goal is to enhance military capacities while fostering seamless cooperation, allowing for joint operations and shared leadership. The Selunara Realm seizes an opportunity to align with Novgoria's adversaries, leading to the formation of the alliance. The Pact not only breaks the encirclement around Suebia but also fosters deep cooperation, transcending traditional diplomatic formalities, uniting the Suebian Empire, the Danubrian Confederation, and the Selunara Realm against shared adversaries.

The Crimson Coalition

The Crimson Coalition, born from worker and soldier discontent during massive industrialization, evolves into a collectivist movement. Influenced by Western thinkers, it starts as a resistance against the Pact. The revolt, sparked by harsh conditions, gains local support, impeding Tsarist suppression. As internal conflicts within the Coalition arise, Irina Volkova unifies it under new principles. Suebian intervention boosts the Coalition's momentum, attracting regional support. Facing internal strife, it expands its influence to Fenghua and the United States of Ameria, with a syndicalist variant gaining ground.

The Rebels of the Selunara Realm

The Rebel movement in the Selunara Realm traces its origins to the turmoil of the past century, fueled by nationalist fervor amidst the Realm's decline. Comprised of diverse individuals disillusioned by dictatorship, the Rebels are led by Eastern province locals, blending military expertise with civilian resilience. Their objective: to liberate the Eastern provinces from oppressive rule, driven by a deep-seated desire for autonomy and resistance against tyranny. Employing covert tactics and receiving clandestine support from the Albian Empire, the Rebels stand as a symbol of defiance against Selunara's dictatorial grip, deeply entrenched in a civil war for self-governance amidst a nation torn between ambition and aspiration.

The Black Serpent Triad

The roots of the Fenghuan Triads trace back to the tumultuous events of the previous century during the Qiang Dynasty in Fenghua. Faced with foreign occupations and a weakened central authority, secret societies emerged to coordinate resistance efforts against the occupiers, eventually evolving into powerful criminal syndicates. The collapse of the Qiang Dynasty and the subsequent civil war further fueled the rise of these Triads, with some disbanding and others transforming into organized crime networks. Among them, the Black Serpent Triad emerged as a dominant force, notorious for its involvement in various illicit activities including opium trafficking and extortion. Led by Liu Yanmei, the Black Serpent Triad expanded its influence both domestically and internationally, solidifying its control through extensive business enterprises and corruption of governmental authorities. Today, it remains the preeminent criminal syndicate in Fenghua, shaping the local economy and exerting considerable influence nationwide.

La Rosa Nera

The Siennan Mafia, epitomized by La Rosa Nera, rose to prominence in the aftermath of the Kingdom of Sienna's unification. Stemming from socio-economic challenges, particularly in the southern regions, the Mafia found fertile ground for expansion. Initially rooted in disillusionment with the central government, it evolved into parallel authorities governing rural communities, engaging in various criminal activities including extortion and prostitution. As La Rosa Nera solidified its dominance through ruthless tactics and strategic alliances, it developed a hierarchical structure and expanded its influence across Sienna, seizing opportunities during the outbreak of war with the Danubrian Confederation. Despite facing challenges from external groups like the Black Serpent Triad, La Rosa Nera maintains its position through a combination of bribery, violence, and strategic maneuvering. Presently, the Siennan Mafia continues to navigate a complex landscape, balancing criminal operations with evasion of law enforcement and competition from rival organizations. Its influence extends beyond crime into the political and social realms of Siennan society.

The Mazzarium

The Mazzarium (Mz) is a rare and highly sought-after ore discovered by Siennan scientist Antonio Mazzara. Renowned for its exceptional properties, Mazzarium boasts high energy density, stability, efficient energy conversion, superconductivity, corrosion resistance, and versatility. It is lightweight, non-toxic, radiation-resistant, and adaptable, making it ideal for diverse applications such as power generation, naval propulsion, advanced weaponry, and industrial processes. Its discovery has captivated the scientific community and inspired numerous works of fiction, positioning Mazzarium as a potential game-changer in sustainable and efficient energy solutions for the future.

The Central

The Central is a massive energy station in the Northern Realms, powered by the rare ore Mazzarium, and providing electricity and heat to the northern regions. Completed just before the outbreak of the War, this monumental project took 32 years and involved scientists from across the Continent. The Central is a cornerstone of the local economy, employing a large workforce and showcasing the region's technological prowess. As the only country with a Mazzarium-powered facility of this scale, the Northern Realms lead in energy innovation, with ongoing research promising further advancements in the future.

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