The Reactionary Menace Returns
On the 19th of August, a peaceful day in Vozdravija was interrupted by the sudden arrival of a group of heavily armored marauders. At their helm was the notorious Nanoeconomics, a known criminal and raider. He had clearly been preparing a group of PvPers to attack a socialist nation, and on Monday he chose to strike Vozdravija.
Quickly, Gabriel, General Secretary of Gallania and leader of the ASI, sent a notice to all ASI members to defend Vozdravija and help drive out the raiders. Dozens entered and somewhat chaotically, began organising and defending attempts to breach Vozdravija.
Members such as Gaboliver and Gabriel made efforts to lead the force, and in the end the attackers relented. However, clear vulnerabilities in the skill of the defenders were shown, as they took losses and had difficulty facing the far smaller numbers of the anticommunist raiders. Despite the difficulties and inexperience, the defenders still drove out the raiders, and even trapped one of them, securing valuable points and denying the raiders' calls for compensation.
This was the largest battle yet between the ASI and reactionary forces. While it is unclear whether the Holy League was behind this, the calls for counterattacks grew, especially at the post-raid debrief. "The only payment I give to fascists like them is blood," stated Sin Corazon, head of the state of Arratis. He and others in the revisionist wing of the ASI made calls for more actions against the reactionaries, growing weary of the constant raids and drawing closer to fighting back. Counterraiding would risk further escalation and conflict, but people like the leader of Arratis were approaching the conclusion that escalation was worth a chance to stop the attacks and bring peace.
The absence of Krakhov, especially in light of his retirement announcement, made it easier for people to voice calls for violence unopposed. It remains to be seen what path the ASI will choose forward, especially after the General Secretary elections for our nation of Zilatra. Our choice plays a great role in matters inside and outside ...