Aztec National League

Flag of Aztec National League
Motto: The Vanguard of Aztlán
Region	The Allied Socialist Defense Union
Capital	Tenochitilán
Official Language(s)	Nahuatl, Spanish, English
Leader	Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli
Population	3.961 Billion
Currency	Cacao
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General

The United Socialist Republic of the Aztec National League, or ANL for short, is the modern day coalition of individual states ranging from México through all of Central America, ending in Panama. Economically powerful, this socialist government considers itself to be a beacon of civil liberties, although they tend to be more restrictive on political freedoms. Although the majority of the population is Aztec, and its culture is dominated by Aztec traditions, the nation has many different ethnic groups, including Mayans, Meztizos, Spaniards, English and Russian.

A major player in international politics, the ANL has gotten involved with several international incidents. Although not willing to go into war, the Aztec military is massive and technically advanced, capable of putting down small rebellions, fighting civil wars or even full, blown out wars.

History

The history of the Aztec National League is divided into five eras – the Formative Era (900 AD-1320), the Classical Era (1321-1521), the Dark Era (1522-1926), the Nationalist Era (1926-1996) and the Modern Era (1996-Present).

The Formative Era

The roots of the Aztec National League begin around 900 AD with the Maya Empire. The Mayan contribution to the present day ANL has long been overlooked; however, it should be noted. During this period, the Mayan natives began to build an empire stretching from the Yucátan Peninsula to the northern sections of Honduras. The government, although religiously based, was based on a system of united city-states. The Mayans built many pyramids and cities, such as Uxmal, Chitzén Itzá, Cobán (although the ruins are protected, close to many of these sites is a town or city bearing the same name.) In these cities developed a highly religious, yet science and sports oriented culture. The Mayan religious and scientific system became highly advanced, while art and literature flourished. Although much of the Mayan culture disappeared abruptly around 1100 AD, their influence is still strongly felt today and their civilization continued in small numbers throughout Guatemala and Honduras.

The Classical Era

In the late 1200’s, a band of three northern tribes teamed up and headed down from their homeland, Azltán. After wandering and living a nomadic lifestyle for approximately 120 years, the gods of these people sent them a sign – an eagle standing upon a cactus with a serpent in its talons. Thus, at Lake Texcoco, Tenochitilán, the first Aztec city, was founded. In a little less than 100 years, the three tribes grew into a bustling empire and became both culturally sophisticated and scientifically advanced. The Aztec caste system was one of the first vertically fluid caste systems in existence at the time. In addition, the nation’s military conquests gave the people a strong warrior identity. Their polytheistic religious system (which still exists today) was centered on astronomy and the use of human sacrifices, usually enemy warriors, to please the gods. Although many would look at the system as a brutal and bloody religion, the period of time was bloody for the entire world. Utilizing many of the Mayan and Olmec advances made previously, the Aztecs were able to develop all aspects of society beyond most nations of their time. In addition, they were the only Native American group to have a centralized government aside from the Incas. The height of their civilization came in between the years of 1400-1520 AD, in which they controlled from slightly north of Tenochiltián to the borders of the Yucátan. However, by the 1520’s, the Aztec Empire fell to its demise because of internal strife and foreign invasion.

The Dark Era

Following the collapse of the Empire In 1521, the civilization entered a dark period. The indigenous people lost all political power and the society was largely converted from its ancient ways into new European religion and traditions. A two three tiered society was formed, the Europeans, the meztizos and the indigenous people. However, towards the end of the Dark Era, two major political systems were introduced to the people – republican government and socialism. Although it would be years before wither system took hold, both were instrumental in the formation of the people.

The Nationalist Era

(OOC: Note, this is where history begins to diverge from real history to NS history)

The Nationalist Era began during the economic heyday of the 1920’s. That is, the heyday for the rest of the world. México, Guatemala, Honduras was in a state of economic collapse and total poverty. Meanwhile, Panama, although economically better off from the Panama Canal, was under an oppressive foreign rule. However, the people of México began to see what the rest of the world was experiencing: prosperity, happiness, health, glamour and advancement. This gave the people a good look at their system and realized there was no real system. Indeed, there was a government, but it was widely ignored and virtually powerless. The people took up in massive revolt and in 1926. Four months later, the government was completely overthrown. However, while the previous government was completely inept, the new government was now a harsh dictatorship. Mixing together the free market economy and an oligarchy government, the new government took an iron hold of the people. However, it controlled the populace through universal military conscription, nationalism, scare tactics and secret police. Despite the cruelty of the regime, the new Mexica Empire caught up with the rest of the world in terms of technology and economics. By the 1960’s, the Mexica Empire had taken total control over all of México and half of Guatemala. However, the people began to grow weary of the harsh oppression and several peaceful protests took place. Fearing a democratic revolution, the Mexica Union chose to become even harsher – public tortures and executions, assassinations and secret “vaporizations”. In addition, the government funded paramilitary groups and ordered its intelligence organization, the Internal Security Division (ISD) to crush rebellions and torture and rape people or family members, either in public or private. In 1952, over 300 people were killed after troops attacked the people for no reason. Later, in 1984, after the public torture and execution of one of the major resistors, massive riots took place throughout the empire and the police and military killed over 579 people in various clashes.

However, in 1994, the Mexica Union took complete control over Guatemala. Although it is still how this occurred is still unknown, graphic pictures spread through the populace of what the army did to the people. In addition, several highly classified files were spread out to the people by rouge ISD agents. The files documented the number of tortures, executions, and secret military detentions and experiments done on innocent civilians. The populace was outraged and massive revolution was waged over the next two years. The resistors, calling themselves the “Aztec Warriors” fought against the brutal regime. The leader of the revolution, Motlapal Mocualan, quickly gained fame and support in the revolution. After fighting bloody battle after bloody battle, no progress was made in the revolution. In 1995, Mocualan was captured and, after a kangaroo trial, on July 26, 1995, was publicly tortured until dying for “dishonorable treason.” It took 10 hours to kill him, but the revolution was almost crippled soon afterwards.

As it seemed the revolution would die along with Mocualan, a young warrior stepped up from the shadows. Quetzalcoatl Nochtli, only 16 at the side, had fought at every battle since 1994. Feeling he had nothing to loose and nothing to live for, we choose to get people rallied up again and re-led the revolution. Although not the best tactician, he was widely respected by all and was able to mount affective attacks among the regime. However, he was caught with an group of friends and they were almost executed on the spot, if it weren’t for a follower of the revolution, Coyotepec Xoxoctic. Soon afterwards, the revolution began getting international support, and by mid-1996, southern Mexico were liberated under a new government – the Aztec Confederation, lead by Coyotepec Xoxoctic. This created the ailing Mexica Union in northern Mexico, the new Aztec Confederacy in the south. In addition, Guatemala defected and formed their own nation with Honduras, siding with the Confederation.

The Modern Era

The summer of 1996 was filled with turmoil in the Mexican and Central American region. Several border clashes between the Mexica Union and Aztec Confederacy caused many deaths on both sides. In addition, many of the people who fought in the revolution grew tired of the sweaty, dirty and hard work of fighting a revolution. They began to settle down and raise families. It would seem the new Confederacy would grow into complacency – that would soon change.

In November of 1996, the Mexica Union raided several towns within the new Aztec Confederacy. Almost 10,000 people were brutalized, tortured and killed. The new leader of the Confederation was disgraced by the attack and millions of people began to question the future of the confederacy. Again, the maverick 16 year old Quetzalcoatl came to the rescue, and in a lone covert operation, blew up a border checkpoint and led and invasion group into the Mexica Union. Although taking heavy loses initially, the Aztec forces began to slowly invade the Union after three months of stalemate warfare.

The Aztecs conducted several sabotage actions against the Union’s military, giving them an advantage. By mid-1997, the Aztecs had taken almost all of Central México, leaving the state of Jalisco, and the cities of México City and Veracruz.

On a very hot September day in 1997, the Aztec troops bombarded and raided the city of Veracruz. Already weakened by the hurricanes of the El Niño, the city was still difficult to take. After an 8 day battle, Quetzalcoatl Nochtli was able to sneak into the governor’s palace and forced him (at gunpoint) to sign the surrender papers for Veracruz. The news spread quickly and within hours, people were out in the street celebrating and protesting to overthrow the government. The Aztecs warned the Mexica Union of their intent of attacking Tenochitilán, and on September 17, 1997, at 9:30 PM, the President of the Mexica Union resigned and ran away before the Aztec authorities could locate him.

Immediately, all of México became part of the Aztec Confederacy. Massive celebrations and fiestas commenced for days straight. However, the new government was in for quite the surprise. Immediately, the government was plagued with problems. Its confederal system proved to be extremely difficult to work around. A weak military was created, but all parts of society began to decline. The economy collapsed and many began to question the government’s ability to do its job. The situation obviously was not good.

In the first Aztec elections in 2002, two major forces came to power. Quetzalcoatl Nochtli and former leader of the Confederation Coyotepec Xoxoctic were elected on the socialist platform. On September 23, 2003, Quetzalcoatl became the Premier while Coyotepec became the Vice-Premier.

Immediately, the government peacefully consolidated its power over the states, economy and people, forming the Aztec National League. Production skyrocketed and society began to turn around. Things began to look good for the new socialist state, but, more troubles abound. Twice, fascists have tried to take over the ANL. However, both attempts failed and the economy boomed afterwards. In early 2004, the ANL annexed Guatemala and Honduras into the Union, and the economy prospered even more so. In mid-2004, Quetzalcoatl was re-elected in a landslide election. The ANL maintained a peaceful existence until it was invaded by Allanea in 2005 in an unprovoked attack. However, the war was short lived, as Allanea soon withdrew.

After the war with Allanea, the ANL began another military expasion program. During this time, the High Soviet Congress approved to annex all of Central America. It seemed as if the entire region would be in peace after the annexation process, however, much trouble lay ahead.

During the late spring months, the nation of Hataria began an imperialistic invasion of Communist Louisiana. With the Aztlán's internationalist foreign policy, the ANL was quick to the defense of Communist Louisiana. However, this began a massive battle between Hataria and Belem and the ANL. During the course of the war, the Panama Canal was all but destroyed, and several major cities have been damaged. While it appears a cease-fire has been placed, it is unsure how long this peace will last.

In the mist of heavy reconstruction, the High Soviet Congress had become overburdened with work. In three months, over 80,000 bills were introduced into the congress. With the health of several Congressmen being harmed, the High Soviet Congress chose to disband itself temporarily to reform. New represenatives were voted on and quickly sworn in, trying to make the transition as easy as possible.

However, peace would soon be interrupted again. Aztlán’s ally, ViZion, was attacked and used nuclear weapons against the Generic Empire. ViZion was blockaded as a result. Although against the use of nuclear weapons, the ANL decided to challenge the embargo to bring food and weapon supplies to ViZion. Currently, the blockading nation, Guffingford, has not attacked the blockade.

Culture

The culture of the people in the Aztec National League seems baffling to most. Although the people are devoutly religious, particularly to their indigenous religion, they are fiercely loyal to the socialist government. The government, although secular, recognizes the people’s rights to religious practice, and allows for numerous religious festivals and celebrations.

The government of the Aztec National League allows for a high degree of civil liberty to the people. As a result, the people tend to be much more open than other cultures. The people are in a sort of clash between ancient traditional customs and new-age social liberalism. Some have theorized that the only reason why the society exists is because of nationalism. In any case, the people are usually always happy, thus making Aztlán one of the most politically stable nations in the world.

The Aztec culture has a series of mandates and emphases. These emphases revolve around loyalty, honor and strength. Although there are no set goals to accomplish that are mandated by a religion, they generally cover the same issues:

-Loyalty to family -Loyalty to Empire -Loyalty to Faith -Honor -Physical strength

Loyalty to family is the drive to pursuit a stable and productive family. In general, this means finding a spouse to co-exist with and have children. This goal is considered legitimate for gay couples as well. While the subject of sex isn’t considered taboo, polygamy and incest are.

Loyalty to Empire is a much broader goal, which pretty much encompasses public life. Anything a person does that has an effect on the well-being of the nation is judged. No matter how small, social status is built by one’s deeds. Actions that benefit Aztlán is praised highly. Although the most mundane acts can build social prestige (i.e. menial labor), actions such as military service, police service, religious life or scientific work is deemed to be of great importance, thus unlocking many benefits.

Loyalty to Faith, simply put, is loyalty to one’s religion. However, this itself is unusual, because of the different religions in the nation. Although a vast majority of people believe in indigenous religions, every single major religion has a following. Regardless, faithfulness to religion is highly praised, regardless of one’s faith. However, those who deem themselves as atheists are not pressured to pursuit this goal.

Honor goes hand-in-hand with loyalty to the Empire. So as long as you go about your business without harming or exploiting others, and have pride and dignity in your work, then this goal is easily accomplished.

The demand for physical strength derives from the people’s militaristic edge. Physical strength is highly prized in every individual, particularly males. This is considered an asset to almost every part of Aztec life. Various tests are conducted for those in manual labor and the military.

However, the various cultures in the ANL do not all follow these goals for life. That is why they aren’t legislated by government or church. The rest of the ANL are an eclectic mix that resemble a typical Western culture. Although not as honor bound and traditional as the Aztecs, the other groups are both well meaning and an asset to the nation. Regarded with as much legal right and power as Aztecs, people of foreign decent are well respected and not discriminated against. Even more, many non-Aztecs, namely the British Dr. Darius Wellington and Supreme Court Chief Justice Horatio Starling have been appointed or voted to high government positions.

Government

The Aztec National League is a liberal socialist republic. Although democratic, the government is somewhat more hostile to rebellion than most nations. The police has been known to shut down protests, and the military has fought against what the government has deemed as terrorist groups.

The government is organized in a typical three branch pattern. However, the three branches are not equal. The Administrative Branch is vastly superior in power compared with the other two bodies. The Administrative Branch includes the Premier, the Vice-Premier and the different departments, or Ministries of the government.

The legislature, however, is an unusual tricameral system. Whereas a unicameral system, akin to what the ANL previously had has one house in the legislature, and a bicameral system has two houses, the ANL legislature has three houses - the Soviet Congress, which takes care of domestic fiscal policy, the Soviet Senate, which takes care of Foreign and Government affairs, and the Commission of Economists, which takes care of all monetary policy.

Full name: The United Socialist Republic of the Aztec National League Shortened: Aztec National League or Aztlán Abbreviation: ANL or USRANL Government Type: Unitary Presidential Socialism Legislature Type: Tricameral Party System: Multiparty System Economy: Market Socialism National Animal: The Ocelotl (Jaguar) (Protected) Monetary Unit: Cacao (CCO - 1 CCO = $1.7221) Capital City: Tenochitilán (Mexico City) Government Efficency Rating: 95%

Economics and Party Breakdown

As of August 2nd, 2005

Gross Domestic Product: $135,796,022,842,735.56

GDP Per Capita: $34,188.32

Unemployment Rate: 2.64%

Government Surplus: $5,675,039,651,635.20

Worker Enthusiasm: 88%

Consumer Confidence: 100%

Trade Deficit: $404,928,796,509.25

The main political philosophy of the ANL is mix republicanism, socialism and to a small degree, capitalism. The nation is staunchly liberal, and most industries have been nationalized and quality healthcare and education are rights. However, to promote a healthy economy, private enterpri32se does exist for non-vital industries.

There political scene of the ANL is unique as it is an tri-party system. The largest parties are, in order, the Socialist Labor Party, the Libertarian Confederate Party, and the Soviet Republican Party.

Socialist Labor Party (SLP): A very liberal socialist political party. Known for its pro-worker, pro-environment and tough stances on free enterprise. The SLP is also known as the "Peace Party" because of its members tends to be non-violent. The current leader of the ANL, Quetzalcoatl, is the founding member of this party. In addition to controlling the Administrative Branch and the majority of Governorships, the SLP also controls the High Soviet Congress. Staying true to socialism, the SLP favors centralization of all social services. In 2004, the Leftist Labor Party merged with the SLP.

Current Chief of Party: Premier Quetzalcoatl Nochtli

Party Chair: Cesar Lopez, Governor of Nayruit

~Currently controls 251 out of 385 seats in the High Soviet Congress

~Currently Controls 13 out of 24 Seats in the

~Currently Controls 2 out of 4 seats in the Commission of Economists

~Currently controls 6 out of 8 Governorships and State Assemblies

~Currently controls 62% of Municipalities and local governments

~Currently 74% of the voting population identifies themselves as loyal party members.

Special note: The SLP has the support of all the labor unions, so much so that opponents claim the Unions have an extreme degree of influence in government.

Libertarian Confederate Party (LCP): The Libertarian Confederate Party is the oldest political party in the ANL. The LCP wants to revert the nation back to the Articles of Confederation, thus, re-establishing the Aztec Confederacy. The LCP's belief is that states should make all the decisions except for defense interstate and international commerce. Obviously, they favor de-centralization of powers, differing from the SLP or SRP.

Current Chief of Party: N/A

Party Chair: Coyotepan Amini, Political Activist

~Currently controls 39 out of 385 seats in the High Soviet Congress

~Currently Controls 0 out of 24 Seats in the

~Currently Controls 1 out of 4 seats in the Commission of Economists

~Currently controls 1 out of 8 Governorships and State Assemblies

~Currently controls 12% of Municipalities and local governments

~Currently 6% of the voting population identifies themselves as loyal party members.

Special note: Only non-communist major party to survive the last election. Also, the LCP is the only party to go from a minor party to a major party overnight.

Soviet Republican Party (SRP): The Soviet Republican Party is an semi-authoritarian communist party. The SRP wants tighter social and economical reforms, favors nationalization of all services and government infringement on all aspects of life. Many fear this party because they believe it borders on totalitarianism.

Current Chief of Party: Congressman John Kirkland (Durango)

Party Chair: Ixtleyo Xiuhcoatl (Governor of San Luís Potsi)

~Currently controls 10 out of 385 seats in the High Soviet Congress

~Currently Controls 11 out of 24 Seats in the

~Currently Controls 1 out of 4 seats in the Commission of Economists

~Currently controls 1 out of 8 Governorships and State Assemblies

~Currently controls 20% of Municipalities and local governments~Currently 12% of the voting population identifies themselves as loyal party members.

Special Note: Although never the majority party, the SRP was extremely influential in the Interim Executive Council and unleashed radical reforms.

Federalist Union Party (FUP): A brand new party that prides itself on it's centrist values. Formed by disgruntled members of the LCP, the FUP strives for the slow reintroduction of market capitalism, yet, has a moderate goal for civil and political rights.

Current Chief-of-Party: Congressman Tamuzin Yollotl

Current Party Chair: SAME

~Currently controls 85 out of 385 seats in the High Soviet Congress

~Currently Controls 0 out of 24 Seats in the

~Currently Controls 0 out of 4 seats in the Commission of Economists

~Currently controls 0 out of 8 Governorships and State Assemblies

~Currently controls 0% of Municipalities and local governments~Currently 10% of the voting population identifies themselves as loyal party members.

National Leaders

Current government approval rating: 92%

Premier: Quetzalcoatl Nochtli (SLP)

Vice Premier: Coyotepec Xoxoctic (SLP)

Minister of War: Warrior-General Tlanextic Zazanilli (SRP)

Minister of Foreign Affairs: Dr. Darius Wellington, MD, PhD (SLP)

Minister of Finance and Economics: John Carter, PhD (SLP)

Minister of Education, Health and Social Services: Dario Luis Hernandez (SLP)

Minister of the Law: Supreme Justice Horatio Starling (SLP)

Minister of Intelligence: Victor Tonahuac (SRP)

Minister of Commercial, Industrial and Residential Development: Congressman Tamuzin Yollotl (FUP)

Minister of the Environment: Raquel Rodriguez (SLP)

• Listed in order of authority

Legislature

-The High Soviet Congress

Controlled by the Socialist Labor Party

Majority Congressman: Congressman Christopher Chavez – SLP

1st Chief Minority Congressman: - Congressman Tamuzin Yollotl FUP, México

2nd Chief Minority Congressman – Congressman Sergio Garcia - LCP, Panama

3rd Chief Minority Congressman – Congressman Jorge Manuel Lucas – SRP, Honduras

Distribution of Seats:

251 Socialist Labor Party

85 Federalist Union Party

39 Libertarian Confederate Party

10 Soviet Republican Party

-Tlatocayotl Tlactli (High Soviet Senate)

Controlled by: Socialist Labor Party

Chief Majority Tlayacanqui/Senator: Jorge Arroyo – SLP, México

Chief Minority Tlayacanqui/Senator: John Kirkland – SRP, México

Distribution of Seats:

13 Socialist Labor Party

11 Soviet Republican Party

The Commission of Economists:

Controlled by: Socialist Labor Party

Lead by: John Carter, Minister of Finance and Economics

Distribution of Seats:

2 Socialist Labor Party

1 Soviet Republican Party

1 Libertarian Confederate Party