The Gallic Union rose to power amid the invasion of the House of Kusari. This Sirian attack has unified Gallia, and its two entities - the Confederacy of Gallia and the Gallic Royal Enclave, who have abandoned both the corrupt monarchy and the inefficient and indecisive Confederate democratic state and created the Military State we now call the Gallic Union.
The Gallic Union developed a pyramid-like hierarchical structure, spanning from the common people to the appointed rulers of the state. Moving higher in military rank provides more privileges, rights, and possibilities, and influence over the final decisions resides within the grasp of the upper echelons. The open usage of noble titles has been outlawed, and former nobility holds no power except what their standing withing the military structure allows.
Gallic citizens, when part of the military structures can offer their own adjustments to the course of the nation that will be considered through a system of committees until, if worthy, they reach the Grand Assembly, which is overseen by the Grand Maréchal, who alone holds the final decision.
For the purpose of simplification, the Gallic domestic factions are separated to law-obiding, criminal and other. Law-obiding are represented by the Gallic Armed Forces and Gallic Corporations, each sworn healthy to the Gallic Union and support any endeavour of the state. Criminals are doing their best trying to interrupt the well-being of the House, through commencing piracy and terrorism within Gallic territories and far beyond, while the other have not found their rightful place yet.
GALLIC ARMED FORCES Gallic Gendarmerie, Gallic Navy & Gallic National Intelligence
The Gallic Armed Forces is a collective name for all military-related units and is made of three major groups, separated by tasks of ground law enforcement (gendarmerie) and military operations (army), space law enforcement and defending the Gallic borders (navy), intelligence & reconnaissance operations (intelligence) with other, like logistics or military researches, as their subordinaries.
In historical comparison, the Gallic fleet has always been larger than that of any of the Sirius Houses. Even now after several devastating conflicts that have claimed the lives of many talented officers and caused irreparable damage to the state's economy and demography, The Gallic United Fleet is one of the largest in Sirius numbering many warships ranging in size from an interceptor to a heavy battleship. It is of no wonder as Gallia has been on the war-making track since its earliest days fearing the Coalition might strike once more, ending a war that began in ancient times.
Over time, however, the role of the navy changed - it became the epitome of power and a means of maintaining order within the Gallic territories, suppressing discontent and fighting the revolutionaries who planned to destroy the Gallic state with their marginal ideas, or the pirate rabble that periodically gathered in large groups and raided the border worlds of Gallia.
Although many blame the Gallic Navy for the Leeds tragedy, the Naval Command assures that all those directly involved in the Glassing of Leeds, and other war criminals, have been punished to the fullest extent. To the people of Gallia, the armed forces is a symbol of security and stability, those charged with defending the future of Gallia at all costs. Furthermore, since the Gendarmerie is directly subordinated to the military, the level of corruption within it has fallen to historic lows in the nation's history.
Uncertainty looms over the horizon for the reformed armed forces of the Gallic Union as yet again many major factions of Sirius rally against them. Time will tell if the new Gallia is up for such a colossal task, however, hopes are high as many experienced commanders now lead the Gallic Armed Forces.
Gallic corporations are responsible for the development, production, and delivery of goods even to the most distant worlds.
GALLIC METAL SERVICE
During the royal regime this corporation was one of the few who operated independently from the crown. Founded in 314 AGS (398 AS) after merging several mining companies operating across Gallia, the GMS is now the largest mining conglomerate of the Union. With the loss of the Roanne Production Facility in Lorraine, following the end of the Kusari invasion, the corporation lost their headquarters and sought to build a new one at Alesia Station, Burgundy.
EFL OIL & MACHINERY
Originally founded as EFL Oil, this corporation absorbed several large shipbuilding and engineering companies, including Solar Engineering, becoming EFL Oil & Machinery, a corporation responsible for building of the currently operating space stations, shipyards, trade lanes and civilian ships, it has many other interests including, but not limited too, terraforming, pharmaceuticals and weapons manufacturing. Their headquarters is located on Chartres Space Colony, Orleanais.
IDF SHIPPING
Founded in 501 AGS (585 AS), IDF Shipping is the leading shipping corporation in Gallia, once owned by the Crown, with large influence and involvement in military logistics and a fervent supporter of the new government. In their endeavour, the IDF is providing supplies for Gallic Navy outposts across Gallia. Their subsidiary corporation, Bouvet Space Entertainment is the main provider of tourism in Gallia, holding several resort ground and space resorts. Ever since the end of the Monarchy, the corporation has found itself in a dire state, with most of its bases either given to GMS or destroyed at the start of the Kusari invasion. Headquarters located at Sarcelles Shipping Facility, Ile-de-France.
Scoundrels, losers and marginalized people who have become criminals and "easy earners" are what is destroyed by fire and sword in the territory of Gallic.
GALLIC BRIGANDS
Otherwise known as the Free Brigands of Gallia, it is a loosely affiliated union of experienced criminals and other assortments of bandits, many of whom are former Royal Police pilots. The Brigands are also known to be the largest criminal organization in Gallia, with their influence stretching as far as the Tau Border Worlds.
While Brigands try to maintain a "good guy" aura of medieval highway bandits who robbed the rich and gave to the poor, they often do the opposite, robbing smaller shipping companies in favor of larger corporations and their Police protectors. Brigands are numerous, and in large numbers are a force to be reckoned with; they hold firm control of the black market in Gallia, most of such places are located aboard Brigand-affiliated stations.
Whilst they attempt to avoid directly meddling into political affairs, it is a known fact that they are often assisting Maquis in their raids on Gallic facilities, in hope of claiming whatever goods they can acquire.
GALLIC ROYALISTS
A splinter group of hardline royalists who swore allegiance to the Crown and their regime, the Gallic Royalists are composed of military and civilian personnel who fled to the Taus alongside the Enclave after defeat of the Royal Navy at the hands of the Allies.
Unwilling to accept the outcome of the Reunification, they have set the goal to restore an absolute monarchy in the Gallic nation, no matter the odds.
It is rumoured that they are led by an heir to the Gallic Crown, however, these claims have yet to provide any solid evidence. For the time being, the Royalists are put in a difficult position, with little to no external support. Their movement, while it holds a clear goal in mind, has no support from the people of Gallia, the majority of which view them as terrorists and war criminals.
MAQUIS
A terrorist group consisting largely of former members of The Council and a decently-sized number of cells composed of people who refused to side with the Gallic Union, following the Reunification.
Their actions range from the simple bombings to cargo piracy and general disruption of all lawful activity. With the arrival of other people from the Republic, Maquis forces have been seen, more frequently, conducting complex operations against both Gallic, Kusari and Outcast units.
The movement shares a lot of similarities with the Gallic Royalists - both have little, if any, support from the regular citizens. It is widely believed that, at the current rate, the Maquis will lose the ability to wage their conflict within the following years.
OTHER Unone Corse
Not aligned with either lawful or criminal side, these organizations are rather independent, even if they are Gallic.
UNIONE CORSE
Unione Corse is a decentralised autonomous organisation, based primarily in Provence. They are based on the familial/criminal organisations of ancient France and Corsica specifically. They are secretive and isolationist, which makes the acquisition of information about them difficult, yet, they seem to be inclined to be useful for the Gallic Union. They also have been described as being either 'cartel of private protection firms' and 'political cabal'.
Media and independent investigators published many alleged criminal activities of Unione Corse members, namely - gambling, loan sharking, drug trafficking, prostitution, and fraud, yet, there's no legal evidence of this being a basis for whole organisation. Their fluid and eloquent means of doing business allow them to be an arbitrator in the underworld of Gallia and Sirius, moreover, they are actively hunting down Sirian influence there - which makes them indispensable for Gallic government, yet, their secretive activity raises more questions that there are answers.
The view on Ile-du-Palais, Planet New Paris, 745 AGS
This document defines the official (public) foreign diplomatic stances of the Gallic Union and its armed forces. It is a mandatory to follow said diplomacy stances, however, the approach is but a generalized guidance how to encounter such factions should they attend to the Gallic territories; based on their behavior, the Gallic Law Enforcer can decide their own line of conduct and how shall encounter end, but it is advised to keep brutal force as the last measure as we, Gauls, are not barbarians but advanced civilization that has to be a sample for others. The visitors of Gallia must to remember that they are in responsibility for provoking Gallic Law Enforcer to act brutal by the violation of the law, non-respectable behavior, or other forms of violations.
DIPLOMATIC STANCES & GUIDANCE
Ally of the Union (0.55) - Gallia is a House of cautious people who put much effort and time into building trusting diplomatic relationships and hence being name an ally is a tantamount honor, not given lightly due how delicate and fragile such a relationship can be. To be named Ally of the Union will garner the full respect of the Gallic people with the expectation of full reciprocation.
Trusted guest (0.3) - Time shown their respect and obedience and thus they are given honour to be a trusted guest of the Gallic Union. They are met with warmness but still watched carefully by the authorities.
Guests (0.0) - Individuals or organizations honored to visit Gallic territories should acquaint themselves with sovereign laws prior to entrance and be at least tolerant to all lawful denizens of Gallia. Should their knowledge be lacking in areas of Gallic policy, laws, or regulations, the are welcomed to approach a local law enforcement unit or officer for clarification and will be greeted with tolerance and a brief answer of said topics.
Suspected entities (-0.3) - Originating from Houses that used to be at war with Gallia, or just those who once or twice violated the less serious laws are considered suspected. They will be met with coldness and obvious suspicious from the Gallic Law Enforcers but they can change this through law-obedience and well behavior for long duration.
Former Enemies (-0.55) - Those originating from nations or factions previously in a state of war with House Gallia will be treated with cold acceptance and expected suspicion until sufficient proof of acceptance of Gallic rule of law is exhibited for a duration of time. Foreign lawful agencies will be asked for leave only once and if fail to comply be removed with force.
Enemies of the State (-0.9) - Those found to have been in repeated or purposeful disregard of Gallic rule of law will be considered Enemies of the State. All rights and privileges will be forfeit as they are taken into custody or executed on the spot if they refuse to comply. The most dangerous and deliberate of these will be simply attacked outright upon sight.
THE KINGDOM OF BRETONIA
Relations with Bretonia since the end of Gallic Invasion has always been difficult: their arrogance led to attempt of parasiting on our resources and technologies, insults of our proud nation after refusal to comply and the Tau Embargo led to very cold relations between officials and corporations (although Gateway Shipping is the only Bretonian corporation allowed in Gallic space due to their non-nationalized status and close ties to another partner of Gallia - Independent Miners Guild). Skirmishes occasionally happening at borders between Bretonia and Gallia but there is no any declaration of war made by either states.
FACTION & REPUTATION
NOTE
GATEWAY SHIPPING
MOLLYS
BRETONIAN FORCES & CORPORATIONS
- Banned from the Gallic territories.
GAIANS
THE REMNANTS OF HISPANIA
The Hispania had quite a sad fate: its colonists were split in two, the Corsairs and the Outcasts; while the Gallic Union officially did not forbid the Corsairs to perform trade activities within the Gallic territories, they are not warmly-welcomed either. In the meanwhile, their mutated "brethren" from Malta are considered enemies of the state and are object of immediate destruction if found within the Gallic territories due to a high danger presented by them and their drug - Cardamine.
Their treacherous attack on the Gallic state for long shall stay in the memory of the people: their corporations are banned from Gallia, and no one from Kusari is legally welcome. Skirmishes occasionally happening at borders between Kusari and Gallia but there is no any declaration of war made by either states.
FACTION & REPUTATION
NOTE
KUSARIAN FORCES & CORPORATIONS
- Banned from the Gallic territories.
KUSARIAN CRIMINALS
THE REPUBLIC OF LIBERTY
The deep distrust between the respective houses militaries and intelligence agencies continues, Ageira us under severe scrutiny, but there have been attempts to normalize trade relations between other corporations.
FACTION & REPUTATION
NOTE
LIBERTY CORPORATIONS
AGEIRA TECHNOLOGIES
This corporation and stance towards it are under review currently on EFL advisement
LIBERTY FORCES
- Barred from Gallic Territories as foreign military agencies
LIBERTY CRIMINALS
THE UNITED HOUSE OF RHEINLAND
The House of Rheinland is a strong partner of Gallia and the Treaty of Oerlikon will only solidify that.
Although their influence on the interstellar politics too low, some of these independent factions have made great use for the Gallic state and enjoys its favourable stance: some as its proxies, other as shippers, non-bounded to any kind of treaties or agreement, or ally in the operations against mutual foreign enemies (usually Outcasts).
After a spell of neutrality they have betrayed Gallia and sides with Bretonia.
THE CORE & AP MANUFACTURING
Core have restructured into a corporation and are treated as such from the standpoint of Gallia
THE TECHNOCRACY OF AUXO
THE ORDER
EVERYONE ELSE
JUNKERS
- Banned from the Gallic territories.
THE NOMADS
Although no proof of their presence within Gallic territories was found, the Gallic Union recognises this alien race as a threat to the mankind entire and is ready to cooperate with almost anyone in order to pursuit the end to this threat's existence.
