Gambitgrad

Gambitgrad, also known as the Federation or B8T, is a fledgling protectorate under the Imperial Territory of Nexus. It inhabits a small coastal shore off the beaches of Valkyra, on the continent of Eldham. Its population is relatively small, not unlike its territory. The only settlements of note is the Gambitgrad Shore Complex, where the minuscule population resides. As of writing, 15 hold citizenship to the protectorate.

Founding
The founding of Gambitgrad was turbulent and ridden with conflict from the beginning. Once former citizens of Redoriv, they were exiled and forced to leave their original territory. These events led to a quick stint in the international spotlight, where many nations proposed their support for Redoriv and against Gambitgrad.

After the armed forces of Redoriv stood down and allowed Gambitgrad's people to evacuate, they found refuge as a protectorate in the Imperium of Nexus. The nation is currently embroiled in a total re-industrialization effort.

Governing System
The nation of Gambitgrad is ruled with an iron fist by the Council, staffed by the five Grand Marshals of the Federation. The council is currently headed by Grand Marshal Miroslava Rykova, who has served as the Council Leader for over a year. Grand Marshals are selected by the Council Leader and voted upon by the Council. The role of the Grand Marshals is the governance of the nation at large, while Field Marshals organize the population at a smaller scale. Finally, Officers act as ambassadors and foreign policy enforcement.

Culture
The culture of Gambitgrad is heavily militarized, with children being raised from their underground homes believing that their only goal is to serve the Grad. Careers are chosen once a citizen reaches the age of eighteen, and the two options include industrial duties or military service. The sense of duty felt to the state and family is extreme in every Federal, and their limited art and media reflect this. However, the sciences of Gambitgrad end up falling short of other nations as a result.

The vast majority of Gambitgrad settlements are primarily underground, as the populace is born into a life of mining, engineering, and war. Their bodies have adapted to the earth and it is not unheard of that some Federal citizens have never once seen natural light. Due to this, Gambitgrad's cities are formed into bunker complexes that service as many people as possible, within reason.