Prelude to Disaster (WW)

Mutantia's embassy was in relatively good shape--of the ones burnt to the ground that is! The cold war seemed to be getting hotter and hotter. Mantado had long since left the country for the LUSS and two of his top diplomats had left the country as well. But, there were a few elements in the country as well, who were trying to assimilated themselves amongst the locals to see what the general feeling towards the Kannexian government was at this time. And they didn't like what they heard! After about 2 days of intelligence gathering, the disguises were ditched all the way on the other side of the country.

The two intelligence members headed for the airport. THey had covered all of their tracks, posing as reporters. THey still had their press passes as well, just to be on the safe side. All of their intelligence was sent directly back to Mutanatia, so if there anything went down, the intelligence would be safe--if you had the access code all the way on the other side of the ocean that is! The two approached the gate for their flight back home...

June 19th, 2016
The Imperial Kannexian News Agency, the official press agency of the Great Empire of Kannex, has been completely nationalized and taken over by the Imperial Government, due to its "biased and unfair reporting" of the recent crisis.

State-sponsored news is filled with scenes of Kannex Youth Corps members and other volunteers cleaning up after the riots. Pictures of burnt-out buildings, broken glass, and grisly murder scenes are among those that are shown on state television, which is now the only television service allowed in Kannex, due to emergency law. The scenes seem to justify the government crackdown. The state-sponsored news is mixed in with government propaganda, including denouncements of "anarchist groups" and the Acting Prime Minister's commendations of the military and civilian volunteers for their efforts in putting down and cleaning up the chaos.

No news is heard of the imprisoned Parliament leaders. No one has heard anything about the whereabouts of former Prime Minister Jahun Agagisan. Some say that he has been executed. Others say he has fled the country.

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Unknown meeting room, Hwaiteu
"It's amazing how easy it is for us to maintain such control over 1.6 billion Kannexians. All due to Tungtsyo-dyono's hard work, of course," said General Ralyanga Thakom.

It was the G8 again - the Gang of Eight. While they initially though it dangerous to meet in person, it became apparent that no one was going to stop him. After all, the Emperor's own brother and the Acting Prime Minister were members of the group.

"You give me too much credit, General Thakom," smiled Acting Prime Minister Yinggi Tungtsyo. "We owe much of our support to the public and the media."

Archduke Gyotai Av Fureisuthu cleared his throat. "We have important things to discuss, gentlemen. You do realize that we cannot continue our plans for restoring glory to the Great Empire unless if the Dragon is driven out, preferably to Barbarian Lands."

Yinggi Tungtsyo nodded. "Yes, that is a problem. The Dragon is weary of our growing power. I fear that he will attack us soon. We must take action before he does."

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Inner Court of the Imperial Palace, Hwaiteu
Emperor Dovira was dressed in a militaristic uniform, in his role as the commander-in-chief of the Imperial Kannexian Armed Forces. He had set aside his dragon robes for the day. Right now, he was working on some paperwork with a pen decorated with a Kannexian dragon, the symbol of imperial power and the Emperor himself.

A knock came from the wooden door. Dovira looked up from his desk. "Come in!"

The wooden doors opened and in came the External Affairs Minister, Yuesepa Qazz. He was one of the few remaining ministers of the former Agagisan Coalition Government that had not "disappeared". Since the chaos began, Yuesepa Qazz and his family had moved into the Palace. One could argue that he was taking refuge behind the Emperor.

"Bei-xya [Your Majesty]," Minister Qazz said, bowing to the waist.

"Ah, come in. Please be seated. Well?" the Emperor said, resuming his scribbling.

"Your Majesty, I strongly advise you to leave the country. Yinggi Tungtsyo is simply getting too powerful. He, along with your brother, is leading radical elements in the Imperial Government -- "

The Emperor held up a hand, a gesture commanding silence. "There is no need for such a measure. Rumors are flying everywhere, especially in this time of crisis. Your suggestions have been noted. Is there anything else you'd like to discuss?"

"None, Your Majesty. That is all."

"Very well. Dismissed." With a flick of his hand, the Emperor ordered the External Affairs Minister to leave the room. Yuesepa Qazz obeyed, standing and bowing as he exited the room. "Tin-ya," Emperor Dovira sighed to the empty room. "What is to become of this country?"

(OOC: While we're talking about that...what exactly are we doing with these threads? Can we all react in them, or is it reserved just for the owner of the thread? >.>)

(OoC: Perfect, then. I'll just move it... *picks up the post and walks away...*)

Following the massive explosion that destroyed Parliament and the ensuing crackdown, the uproar in Takaram from human rights groups was tremendous. Parliament and the people demanded some kind of response from the Prime Minister. Their silence thus far had been politically expedient as it allowed them to remain cordial with one of their closest allies, but now it was starting to threaten the confidence of Parliament in Marshall's government. In response, the Prime Minister came out before the public and made the following speech:
"Good afternoon. Over the past few weeks, His Majesty's Government has carefully watched the rioting and ensuing government crackdown in Imperial Kannex with great concern. Our relationship with Kannex has seen many fluctuations in the past decade, but we have counted them over the past few months as one of our closest friends and allies. Our armies and navies have fought side by side, and our own royal Princes have visited with them and met with their own sovereign. Now, however, those same armies have been turned on the people, and what was once a fellow democracy in the world is turning to a dictatorship committed to repressing its own people to preserve it's power. While some may say that the actions of another nation's government within it's own borders does not concern Takaram, but we cannot, as feeling human beings, stand by and allow the government of our ally to repress it's own people so cruelly. We, the people of Takaram, therefore call upon Imperial Kannex to cease these meaningless repressions of even the most basic human rights and return itself to the path of democracy.
That is all."
With that, Marshall stepped back from the podium and walked out, ignoring the sudden surge of journalists eager to ask questions. One question, however, did cause him to falter slightly as he walked out. One reporter cried out "What do you have to say on the recent loss of contact with two Takaram journalists in Kannex.".
ooc: You can't arrest foreign journalists without someone noticing, after all.

Hart Field, Lorensia Province, Malecia

The Air Force sentry on the gate examined the credentials of the men in the black SUV with government license plates. After he was satisfied that everything was in order, he straightened to attention and passed the vehicle through the gate.

Normally at this time of night, it was odd to have more than two or three vehicles pass through in an hour. In the last twenty minutes, he had passed through eight. Whatever was happening, he wasn't told about it when he came on post an hour ago.

A few minutes later, a V-121 General Purpose vehicle, basically a military version of an SUV, pulled up to the gate from the guard house. The Officer of the Day and 2 more sentires, both dressed in combat gear and carrying rifles, approached. The OD, a younf captain, ordered the gate closed, and the two sentries took up positions outside the now secured gate.

Fifteen minutes later, a civilian airliner approached. The markings could not be discerned in the dark, but judging from the lights and the sound of the engine, it was a larger aircraft.

Unknown to the sentry, the Kannexian Royal Family was about to land in Malecia.

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At the airstrip, Christopher Kraft, Secretary of State, waited for the jet to taxi to where the motorcade was parked. With him was the former Ambassador to the Imperial Court of Kannex, Deanna Morris. As soon as the Emperor was on the ground, the motorcade would be trasnporting him south to Shiloh where he would be received by the President before moving into the Kannexian Embassy as the recognized head of Kannex.

"Yes, Thank You, Your Majesty. With your permission, we will leave at once for the Executive Mansion where you will be greeted by the President. From there, we will escort you and your family to your embassy. Just to make you aware: our envoy to LUSS has moved that we do not recognize the new government in Kannex as official until we hear your declaration of who is the rightful occupant of the Kannexian throne."

At Kannex building Embassy in Bob. two large black SUVs with government plates show up. the soldiers inform the secretary that the ambassador is being taken to meeting at the Department of international relations. after the ambassador is allowed a reasonable time to gather his necessary papers. he is taken to the Department of international relations. as he drives , he doesn't notice much the capital looks the same as that always has. There's no outward sign of the of all the preparations going on undercover. He to a conference room with the Senate leader. Is a small man not much over 5 feet wearing large glasses and fine suit. He talks with a peaceful voice.

He says," first let me apologize for the roughness of the soldiers and for the abruptness of this meeting. But I am concerned that given the current course of the world, we may be in for some very bad things. I don't want some diplomatic BS. I want your candid assessment of what is going on in your country as it is obviously not normal behavior for Democratic governments. I believe in letting everyone have their fair say about events and not simply believing what I hear from others . So do give me your candid assessment of what is going on in your country.this conversation is very important to our future relationship in the current situation of high problems

egos birding write a quick note. says, "now that that is out of the way , I can be more relaxed and have more respect for diplomacy , my name is egos birding I'm the leader of bobeans Senate. Do tell me what you can about Archduke Gyotai,and this Fatherland party? If they try to remove you, or anybody from your staff, You can tell them. There replacement will be promptly kicked out of the country you and your staff are the only diplomatic staff, we intend to recognize for the foreseeable future. Then I'll see to it that you have a more proper ride for a man of your significant stature. not these gun toting animals the speaker so fond of".

egos birding looks down at his phone quickly.
And then says" I understand completely, You are free to leave whenever you like , although I would like to maintain diplomatic relationships.But the president has closed the airspace to all foreign aircraft except those with special permission. So if you leave you will not be able to get back. and your replacement will not be able to get here.it was a pleasure to meet you and I hope I can meet you again under more pleasant circumstances. Then we can have a round of whatever sport is your preferred sport. if you go follow my aid he well take to the limousine waiting to take you back to your embassy." a young man gives a slight bow and says"if you follow me your honorable ambassador. "




later at a committee hearing
speaker of the house asks
the Senate leader " how was your meeting with the professional liar?"
the Senate leader says" he is a civil servant here doesn't know or he was being evasive. you can put your dogs after him. I doubt you'll find much he just a civil servant.I do have to agree with your point of view . I cannot vote, to cause untold violence and destruction across the planet. I won't get in the way of what has to be done. may abstain from further votes on the matter"
speaker of the house says,"I'm glad you finally seen the truth about the foreigners we have to deal with"