The United Elmic Kingdoms
Nation Name: (the) UEK
Demonym: Elmic
Government Type: Tsarist Autocracy
Economy Type: Planned
Leader Name: Tsar Juarez Batista
Other Influential Government Figures: Tsarina Sofia Vicente, Adviser Dante Camilo, Adviser Elias Kevin
Population: ~27,500,000
Apparent Ethnicity: East Slavic
Language: Elmic
Religion: Catholic Christian
Military Info:Counts
Counts are elite Topsmen, equipped with the fur and leather armors of a Topsman, but with much more complete metal armor, almost to the degree of a medieval knight. This is largely decorative and many counts believe it is unecessary, but it is widely believed to be bulletproof. Counts are chivalrous, and consider it improper to lack any of their armor. They are equivalent to minor nobles in status, and in fact many lords were once Counts, or at least Topsmen. ~600 Counts exist.
Topsmen
Heavy cavalry equipped with decorated axes, muskets, and three layers of armor: the bottom is fur, middle is leather, and the top is light plate armor for stopping blades. They generally have high prestige and, in the absence of a commander, have the necessary status to command infantry. Elmic horses have thick fur, which allows them to remain obedient to their riders in the frigid temperatures of the Elmic mountains. ~66,800 Topsmen exist right now.
Soldats
Medium infantry equipped with axes, rifles, and two layers of armor. The bottom is leather, and the top is a fur uniform. Their class is below that of Topsmen, however they are far more notable than that of standard infantry or artillerymen. ~120,050 Soldats exist right now.
Light Infantry/Artillerymen
Light fighters carrying low quality rifles, shortswords, and a fur uniform. Artillerymen are equipped with the same gear, but also have the training to operate the UEK's artillery pieces. They have little more status than your average serf, but still maintain authority as guards when not on a campaign. ~253,500 light infantry exist, and 8,050 Artillerymen exist.
Fähnrich
Standard footsoldiers, armed with muskets, bayonets and cloth uniforms. Very well drilled troops with supreme line capabilities. 265,000 men.
Kyrevan Grenadiers
Tall, powerful men armed with axes, muskets and a nasty disposition. Grenades largely discarded, these men are used to break through enemy lines and inspire the troops around them. 15,000 men.
Königsgarde
Elite veterans chosen from the Grenadiers and Fähnrich to serve as the last line of defense. Admired and feared by the rest of the army, they typically are not used unless the battle is desperate. 3,500 men.
Schwere Kavallerie
Almost a relic of the past, these men ride partially armoured horses and don suits of armour along with long lances, swords and pistols. Excellent in a melee, but slower moving and vulnerable to counter-cavalry charges. 8,000 men.
Leichte Kavallerie
Lighter cavalrymen that ride unarmoured horses, typically armed with spears, swords and pistols. Highly effective at chasing units down and flank attacks, but will suffer in a prolonged melee. 12,500 men.
Artilleristen
Fähnrich chosen to man Kyrevan 10 and 14 pound artillery pieces. Highly effective in their roles, they are masters of ranging and reloading. 7,500 men, approximately 350 field guns, approximately 70 howitzers.
Taczowa Sharpshooters
Skilled marksmen from the Taczowa state with long rifles. Rugged frontiersmen able to navigate and track most enemies. 15,000 men.
Noastadt Marines
Infantry from the Noastadt state deployed on ships. Armed with boarding axes, short muskets, powder shotguns and swords, they can board enemy ships or land on enemy shores. 50,000 men.
Kyrevan Marines
Exceptional Fähnrich soldiers assigned to the task of spearheading beach landings and capture attempts on other ships. Armed with rapiers and muskets. 75,000 men.
Navy
A large merchant navy exists, as well as a strong warship fleet.
142 gun - 1
98 gun - 1
86 gun - 14
60 gun - 28
50 gun - 18
38 gun - 26
Total military strength: 900,500 men, ~1,650 artillery pieces, 64 warships
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