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Ayeshteni said:
I was going to use the flag you just done for Canada (it fits), though I would need a different counter (and a skin of course).


I am currently using one of your GB skins as monarchist india, but I would love a India/Empire skin and flag set (I just dont know what that flag set could be though). :(

I know you are busy, so no rush, I understand.
Ayeshteni

Well, Monarchist India sparked the muse . . .

here is a teaser . . .

georgev.jpg
 
Hey,

I've been gone for a while, and I'm excited to see how much this project has already evolved... Truly amazing. You're doing some great work here.

However, as a true partiot, I loaded up Flanders-Wallonien, and found quite a bit of logical fallacies.

For one, you have people like Léon Degrelle and Joris van Severen or August Borms in the same government. This seems incredibly odd. Léon Degrelle was a fascist (Rexist) that wanted an independent Wallonia, August Broms was a fascist (VNV) that wanted an independent (and enlarged) Flanders, and Joris van Severen was a nazi (Verdinaso) that wanted to unite Belgium, Flanders their colonies. Having them all together in one government seems absolutely amazing - as at least Degrelle and Borms would've spent most of their time trying to hurt eachother physically.

Also, it is important to keep in mind that these politicians were mainly one-project politicians: i.e. their whole reason for political existance was one specific program: independence of flanders or wallonia, or a unity of the Dutch-speaking countries. Hence, putting them in a government that (again) unites Flanders and Wallonia makes no sense.

So, either you could
1 have Germany annex the rest of Wallonia too and only leave Flanders as a puppet nation - and hence remove Degrelle and consorts but leave the Flamingant ones.
2 Make Flanders and what's left of Wallonia both seperate puppet nations and put the respective separatists in their own government
3 Remove them all from the minister list and simply leave the 'non-crusader' politicians in Flanders-Wallonia.

Because as it stands, it's extremely odd. It's like Tiso being the HoS of a unified Czechoslovakia or something :wacko:

Personally (!), I would find the first option to be the most interesting one. If you were planning to do events for such tiny nations, Flanders in this time period could have some pretty interesting event chains relating to militant Flemish 'reclaiming' French Flanders and southern parts of the Netherlands, or a Verdinaso government proposing a union of Flanders & the Netherlands to the Dutchies - perhaps if their puppetmaster Germany is in big trouble herself.



(A small note; albeit not very important:

I have always been slightly irritated by the way a German-'liberated' Flanders is represented in HOI2. In that, they are given the Dutch Rotterdam and Eindhoven provinces, which is just a bit too much. 'All' the militant Flamingants and post-WWI government asked for was to be able to extend their frontiers to the Westerschelde and the Ruhr/Wurm, because the way the Belgian frontiers were agreed upon in 1830 made the country military undefendeable in the north and logically and historically quite flawed. This was actually done intentionally, so the Prussians would have it easier invading France through Belgium if the French emperors were ever getting expansionalist again - which turned out to be quite the historical irony, btw.

So, my proposal would be to instead of giving these two provinces to Flanders, as is done in vanilla HOI2 or any other mod, to give the game provinces of Gent and Antwerpen some IC and manpower [since the city of Maastricht would go to Flanders in this scenario] from the Dutch provinces of Rotterdam and Eindhoven instead of ceding these entire provinces to them. And then perhaps add a lvl one fort to them or something to model the fact that their borders would then be actually defendable...)

This is of course very micro-history 'n such, and I doubt if you would even be willing to invest so much thought into a small puppet like Flandern-Wallonien, which I would naturally not blame you. However, I do believe that the way they are represented in the mod currently is logically and even alternate-historical wise unfeasable, and that that should perhaps be corrected.

*edit* corrected some embarassing spelling errors.
 
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Say, isn't it a time this mod and All the Russia's lobbied for their own subforum? These posts are getting monumental in size! Even a small subforum might help direct work a bit better?
 
Gen.Schuermann said:
even hiddeman is using paint - oh dear :D :D
hope you know i am kidding ^^

Well, thats what we buy at school, Adobe Photoshop is too pricey. And most of the features that Photoshop has beyond Jasc's Paint Shop Pro 9 are ones we would probably never use anyway. And if kids get fluent in one they can usually transfer their knowledge to the other in any case.

But its NOT WINDOWS Paint . . . :D
 
Here is early suggestion for Commune of France flag.

commune_of_france.png


Yes yes, it looks quite sovietish. And I need some catchphrase for the red banner at the root of the emblem and the cogwheel symbol could use some work. Also, there's your wheat, Sarmatia. Yum yum. :p
 
T-hiddemen said:
Well, Monarchist India sparked the muse . . .

here is a teaser . . .

georgev.jpg

juicy, juicy, juicy. :)

CCurio said:
Here is early suggestion for Commune of France flag.

[image]

Yes yes, it looks quite sovietish. And I need some catchphrase for the red banner at the root of the emblem and the cogwheel symbol could use some work. Also, there's your wheat, Sarmatia. Yum yum.

say CCurio where do you find the images from (the cog, wheat laurels etc)?

Ayeshteni
 
Love all the flags you're using!
 
First of all, three shiny new country descriptions for everyone:

ITA; Federation of Italy

The unified Italy, finally created after hundreds of years, lasted little more than half a century. Italy's decision to side with the entente powers, rather than its old central european allies, during the Great War proved to be a mistake. In 1919 Italy collapsed under a new Central Powers' offensive. A combination of anger at Italy's betrayal and the everlasting Austrian desire for a disunified Italian peninsula led to the break up of Italy as a nation. After a few years of Austrian occupation a number of seperate duchies were created in the north. The duchies were grouped into a federation which was nominally led by the Papacy, although in reality the Pope had little actual power. However in the early 1930's this began to change. When a group of radical cardinals gained political control of the Vatican, aided by Pope Pius XI, they began pushing for increased Papal control over the federation. Austria was distracted by internal affairs and none of the duchies could match the prestige, and popularity, that a Pope could have. Thus by 1936 the Pope was the leader of northern Italy in fact, rather than a figurehead. Now the Pope faces several challenges to his new power, ranging from Austria to the socialist regime in the south of Italy. However opportunities beckon too, especially with the rise of the Carlist faction in Spain, which has long had close relations with the Papacy.

RSI; Republic of the Sicilies

The kingdom of Naples, otherwise known as the Two Sicilies had ruled southern Italy up until its annexation into the unified kingdom of Italy in 1860. With the collapse of Italy at the end of the Great War the victorious Central Powers chose to resurrect the nation as part of their 'divide and weaken' plan for the peninsula, setting up a puppet king on the throne. Suprisingly there was much opposition from the conservative peasantry of the area to this plan, resulting in a series of uprisings. At the same time anarchist movements began expanding and becoming increasingly aggressive. Before long the Two Sicilies were in chaos, a chaos which lasted the next year and a half. Many syndicalist leaders in Northern Italy, unable to do anything due to the Austrian occupation at the time, fled south and joined the growing syndicalist groups there. Political alliances with the anarchists increased their power until in February 1921 they were ready to launch their revolution. Much of the peasantry joined the revolution, seeing it as a chance to rid southern Italy of Austrian influences. After two months of civil war the syndicalists triumphed and the new Republic of the Sicilies was formed. An alliance with France followed and with German refusal to involve itself in the region Austria was forced to recognise the new government. In the 15 years since the Republic has slowly rebuilt, clearing away the ruins from the years of chaos and strengthening its economy and military, as it plans how best to reunify Italy and create a united Republic of Italy.

SER; Serbia

It was the assassination of the Archduke Ferdinand by a Serb that began the Great War. Serbia itself was occupied by Austrian forces after fierce resistance only in late 1915, due to the arrival of Bulgaria in the war. After the war its southern territories were handed over to Bulgaria and it remained under Austrian occupation till 1926. At this point the Austrians, already struggling to deal with its own Serb minorities, withdrew their troops after setting up a new government made up of men who had collaborated with them during the occupation. Since then Serbia has struggled just to survive, knowing that it could not stand upto any sort of military attack. Over time the government has become increasingly more radical and anti-Austrian. Knowing that they cannot take on Austria as matter stand now they have instead turned southwards to the lands taken by Bulgaria. Several diplomatic talks have occurred with the Romanian and Greek governments, both of whom also lost territory to Bulgaria, and some say an alliance is not far off. If Bulgaria can be defeated without intervention for the Great Powers Serbia may well be able to stand upto Austria once more. Or it may just trigger final defeat and annexation.


Secondly, I've been thinking about Canada's reactions to the US civil war to create some events. Now, I know that a while back it was agreed that Canada would oppose the rise of a syndicalist government. What I'd like though is opinions on how likely they would be to actually provide military support (either directly or through expeditionary forces) or to merely give diplomatic and economic support. Also, would it make a difference if the syndicalist government was the one actually elected in the elections.
 
I've been working on Hungarian politics, general concept, specifics and if this is approved will write up a description for them in the country info.

Essentially its a Conservative Nationalism versus Liberal Internationalism/Passivism.

Hungary : Rise of Nationalism versus Passivism

1936 Government: (Starting)
Government Type: Social Liberal

http://www.hhrf.org/magyarszo/arhiva/hetinov/tarnov2/ketto.jpg
Gróf Mihály Károlyi von Nagykárolyi - Head of State (Popular Figurehead) - Passivist

http://sagv.gyakg.u-szeged.hu/tanar/farkzolt/HORTHY/BETHL.GIF
Gróf István Bethlen de Bethlen - Head of Government (Silent Workhorse) - Nationalist

Béla Imrédy de Ómoravica - Minister of Industry (Laissez-Faire Capitalist) - Passivist
László Bárdossy de Bárdos - Minister of Foreign Affairs (Iron-Fisted Brute) - Nationalist
Miklos Bonczos - Minister of Security (Silent Lawyer) - Passivist
Zoltan Tildy - Minister of Intelligence (Dismal Enigma) - Passivist
Chief of Staff - Gustav Henneyey (School of Mass Combat) - Passivist
Chief of Army - Ostvan Shvoy (Decisive Battle Doctrine) - Nationalist
Chief of Airforce - Laszlo Tomor (Air Superiority doctrine) - Nationalist
Chief of Navy - Miklos Horthy (Decisive Naval Battle doctrine) - Nationalist

1936 Government: (Nationalist Victory)
Government Type: Authortarian Democracy

Gróf István Bethlen de Bethlen - Head of State (Stern Imperialist)
Gyula Gömbös - Head of Government (Flamboyant Tough Guy)
Lajos Reményi-Schneller - Minister of Industry (Administrative Gensius)
László Bárdossy de Bárdos - Minister of Foreign Affairs (Iron-Fisted Brute)
Pál Teleki de Szek - Minister of Security (Compassionate Gentlemen)
Rezsö Andorka - Minister of Intelligence (Technical Specialist)
Lajos Csatay von Csatai - Chief of Staff (School of Manoeuvre)
Chief of Army - Ostvan Shvoy (Decisive Battle Doctrine)
Chief of Airforce - Laszlo Tomor (Air Superiority doctrine)
Chief of Navy - Miklos Horthy (Decisive Naval Battle doctrine)

Passivist Victory:
Béla Imrédy de Ómoravica - Head of Government (Corporate Suit)

Have an event having a showdown between the 16-year long Karolyi government and the rising Nationalists under the leadership of Bethlen, Gombos and Horthy. The Nationalists clamor for a final break-away from Austria, while Passivists wish to see the continued loose partership with Hungary. Karolyi's succesful negotiation at the previous Ausgleich and eocnomic recovery from the war made him popular in the 20s, but during the 30s his influence and support has dwindled, coming to a head in 1932 with Bethlen being elected prime minister, elected against in 1934, the coming 1936 election will prove to be the final decision between the two sides, as the upcoming Ausgleich approaches.

The Nationalists won't be Fascists or Socialists, just conservative, pro-Hungarian independence / self-reliance (including militarily), and resistance against the Romanian socialism nextdoor. These policies will have more popularity, so the player can decide between the less popular but safer proposal of sticking with Karolyi, or choose a more radical path under Bethlen and Gombos, with a more militaristic, authortarian state asserting its independence, emerging as the most powerful state from the Austrian Federation, even more than Austria.
 
Thanking you most kindly sir. :)

Tis marvelous. :eek:

EDIT: @T-Hiddemen, there seems to be something wrong with the sidebar (I dont think the dimensions are correct)

Ayeshteni
 
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Ayeshteni said:
Thanking you most kindly sir. :)

Tis marvelous. :eek:

EDIT: @T-Hiddemen, there seems to be something wrong with the sidebar (I dont think the dimensions are correct)

Ayeshteni


Try it now, you will probably have to hit refresh in your browser . . . I still have no idea what what wrong, it was off 2 pixels in the horizontal and one in the vertical. I used the same template as always :confused:

Well its fixed now, glad you liked it!
 
T-hiddemen said:
Try it now, you will probably have to hit refresh in your browser . . . I still have no idea what what wrong, it was off 2 pixels in the horizontal and one in the vertical. I used the same template as always :confused:

Well its fixed now, glad you liked it!


Wow I hate to be a spammer, but edit does not get me closer to my avatar :)

I forgot to tell you about the symbology. The flag is the flag of the Imperial Viceroy which has a crown and the Grand Cross of the Exalted Order of the Star of India superimposed on the Union Jack. The Sidebar has the Grand Cross at the bottom, and the Knights Order medal of the Star of India hanging from the ribbon at the top . . .

I don't know if George will actually rule from the Taj in Agra, but it seemed like a pretty unvirsal image for India and the Raj . . .
 
Ayeshteni said:
Thanking you most kindly sir. :)

Tis marvelous. :eek:

EDIT: @T-Hiddemen, there seems to be something wrong with the sidebar (I dont think the dimensions are correct)

Ayeshteni


Oh, and the skin would not be complete without . . . flags, shields and counters :D

flag_vice.bmp


shield_vice.bmp


counter_vice.bmp


I took the liberty of making a set with the Viceroy's flag . . . Also, the roundel on the counter is actual WWII RAF Southeast Asia command. They changed the red center to light blue to avoid confusion with the Hinomaru (red meatball) on Japanese aircraft . . .It seemed like a logical choice . . .

Edit: I enlarged the Star of India and the Crown by 200% because in its true version they just about disappeared on the flag/shield/counter . . .