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Japan
The island nation of Japan has a long, rich, and colored history. Overcoming the divisions that resulted from the Shogun system, uniting the nation under the banner of the Emperor, waging war against the Chinese along with the Europeans, becoming a republic after the First Pacific War, yes, Japan's history is one of turbulence and violence, but it is also home to one of the richest cultures in history, and even now, in a world dominated by the Superpowers, the island nation holds the view of the world.
Here and now, Japan is one of the most prosperous countries in the world, due in no small part to the vast reserves of Sakuradite that lie beneath its soil. It is also one of the most technologically advanced, counting among its population some of the brightest scientific and technological minds of the age. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Genbu Kururugi, who wields authority more like an emperor, Japan has thrived. Its military is one of the most disciplined and well equipped of the day, though it is still small when compared to those of the Superpowers, and thanks to its Sakuradite reserves enjoys a near monopoly on the mineral.
This monopoly on Sakuradite has been used to great advantage in Japan's diplomacy, perhaps too well. It is able to compete with Superpowers on equal ground economically, forcing them into submission with the threat of halting exports of the vital mineral. This has driven all of Japan's remaining allies into the arms of other nations, but surely it is no matter? The Chinese Federation is weak, and is a laughing stock. The EU seems willing to continue to negotiate, and this has enabled Japan to take a hard-line stance with the republic of Napoleon. Britannia is already feeling the effects of a halting of Sakuradite exports, as their economy is on the verge of collapse.
In spite of Japan's death grip on Sakuradite, its position as of now is extremely precarious. The recent economic sanctions against Britannia have infuriated Emperor Charles, and it is reasonable to believe that he will take action. Already reports of Britannian forces massing in the Philippines and Hawaii have been confirmed, and negotiations with the self-proclaimed Holy Empire continue to deteriorate. While many believe an attack against the Land of the Rising Sun would prompt the rest of the world to take action, Britannia does not seem to care, and perhaps may even get away with such an act. The Chinese are still resentful of the Sin0-Japanese war, and may even cheer Britannia on as its forces launch an invasion. The EU is still attempting to diffuse the situation, has offered support, but it seems they cannot be counted on either. While they are stronger than the Federation in nearly every aspect, they still do not have the strength to take on Britannia as of now. It does not matter. If Britannia wants a fight, then the Japanese shall give them one. The people are willing to do anything to protect their home, and will die defending it. Even if a Britannian invasion succeeds, they will pay dearly for every bit of ground that they take. For we are the Samurai! We have faced the Chinese, the Europeans, even faced conflict from within, and have still triumphed! Japan will not go quietly, no matter the outcome.
Author's Notes: And that's a wrap for Japan, next up is the UFN once I get around to it, after that I have no idea. I know what I said about finishing Return as soon as possible, but my muse for that is getting bogged down on just how to finish the chapter. I'm still working on it though, so hopefully it'll be updated soon. No promises though.
On to Japan, I couldn't help but feel a huge sense of irony as I wrote the last few sentences of this. We all know how the Second Pacific War turns out, you can't help but feel sorry for the Japanese. I also believe this the shortest chapter of this sort of story so far. Oh well.
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