Huge boats arrived in a peaceful morning on our shores. We welcomed them in peace, fed them our food and offered our shelter. People of white bearing scarlet eyes proclaimed they came in the name of religion and with open hearts, we listened. But then, they searched our land and found a rock. A beautiful rock of shining blue.
- Translated from an engraved tablet of unknown source. Estimated year of 20 BC.
In the year 1905, the flames of war engulfed the Europan continent between two major forces. The democratic countries form the Atlantic Federation of the west and the tyrannical monarchy of the east, the Autocratic East Europan Imperial Alliance or better known as the Empire. The industrial revolution led to the clash of two opposing factions over a rare and valuable mineral called 'Ragnite'. The conflict escalated to the 1st Europan War which ended in a ceasefire years later due to shortage of resources in both sides leaving the tensions still rising high.
While the world's attention was focused on the war, allied countries of the empire in the far eastern part of the world had followed their lead. In the continent of Nasea, their greatest ally was the proud feudal country of Shion. Supplied with the empire's equipment and technology, the need for ragnite saw a skyrocketing increase in demand. As such, a plan on occupying its neighboring countries that were rich in the mineral rose.
In 1935, the spark of war ignited in Europa leading to the 2nd Europan War ending the 20 year ceasefire when the empire advanced over federation territory. Shion moved with its plans coincidingly. Their main target was the country of Pinar, a strategically located archipelago found in the center of the east continent. The country shared its resources with the United States of Vinland, a country who announced its neutrality in the Europan war.
Seeing the United States as a threat, Shion made a pre-emptive strike and sent a fleet of its navy as a shock force to catch them unprepared. Intelligence of the attack known months before, forced the US to fortify the twin islands of Corra and Gidor a few kilometers away from the shores of the country to discourage the attack. Building two 100 foot long, 356mm seacoast guns named 'Maylicha' and 'Bachala', they were confident that the invasion would be held off. Shion General Yuki Shiroyama forged ahead instead of turning away and gracefully won using unprecedented maneuvers in commanding her fleet. She successfully grabbed both islands from the US forces with the guns intact and operational.
With the impressive capabilities of the seacoast guns pointed at Pinar, the surrounding cities of its capital were well within its range. It enabled them to gain a foothold in the coast for its invasion force. This prompted Vinland to declare its own war against Shion. US General Doug Moriarty led his troops and vowed to reclaim Pinar in Vinland's honor. The war in the Nasean Front raged from then on.
- Excerpt from the book 'History of Pinar: An Inside Look' (Randor A., 1950)
Glossary:
Nasea
The continent at the east of Europa. It became main stage for the battle between Shion and the United States of Vinland after the empire declared war against the federation.
Shion
A small but proud country in the northern part of the east continent ruled by an emperor since its founding. Tightly bound by a very strict feudal culture, its citizens lived by a code of militaristic discipline and unshakeable will. Its area is surrounded by the vast ocean and its naval was undefeated by any country. Though its forces are mainly composed of battleships, its land force was highly lacking. The former emperor Nobu Shiroyama has found comradeship with the empire and eventually signed a pact of alliance to further mutual benefits through economic and security purposes.
Pinar
The archipelago country of Pinar is a strategic location in the continent that has been the center of trade since ancient times. With its nine thousand islands rich in natural resources, it continues to attract many countries in tourism and business. Due to its scattered islands, the country had a decentralized government that divided the country into regions. Inner conflict was rampant and civil war became a way of life. During the late 18th century, the United States of Vinland mediated between the all region leaders to establish stable governance that brought peace to the land. The election of its first President happened in its newly assigned capital, Milla. In return for unifying the country, they would have an exclusive trade of its most precious resource, Ragnite.
United States of Vinland
The industrial nation of the west continent across the Atlantic Ocean was a powerful member of the federation. It boasted a very robust economic status enabling it to have a high production capacity in its material resources. Though rich in manpower and equipment, it heavily relies in its allies for supply of Ragnite. During the 2nd Europan War, they announced their stand of neutrality in the conflict. Amidst their policy, they continued to share their equipment and technology with the Atlantic Federation.
Ragnite
A rare mineral that serves as a primary source of energy all around the world. The introduction of the industrial revolution saw the rise of its mining production. The ore could be refined into varying forms depending on its intended usage. Its most famous product is liquid ragnoline commonly used in vehicles and lighting. It has seen very high demand in its militaristic applications especially in tanks and flamethrowers. Researchers also discovered medicinal properties that advanced through the invention of Ragnaid.
156th Armored Battalion
The vanguard force deployed by Vinland to spearhead the war effort against the invasion headed by Shion. Composed of twelve platoons, they held the defensive line of Bolan, 20 kilometers away from the capital, until a supply line can be secured from Vinland to Pinar. Along with the Pinarian army, they act as main support in the joint forces.
A/N:
Hi everyone, I've been a big fan of Valkyria Chronicles since way back. I decided to write this series because so many ideas have risen in my mind about the war outside of Europa. There are some parallels to the real world and the universe of VC and this story will have them as well. While some events may look similar, I'd like to remind everyone that this is a work of fiction, thus historical accuracy is out of the question.
Thank you for giving this story a try and I would love to hear from all of you.
Cheers!