I have been brainstorming and drawing up some ideas for a mod that uses the cnc3 engine. I was thinking about a successor to the Generals franchise may not pan out that way for the only side that would stay would be the GLA. Here’s a little taste of what I'm drawing up.
2019-
Despite all the speculation and rumors the world did not end in 2012. It came to the brink several times during the War on Terror in which an alliance between NATO and the Chinese government defeated the Global Liberation Army in a dramatic 4 month long battle that brought most of the civilized world to its knees. Entire cities, provinces, and even nations were changed or destroyed in a battle that would determine the destiny of the free world. The Red Cross and other human rights watch groups were overwhelmed by the loss of life and alleged human rights violations by both sides of the conflict. The only other time that such loss of life was ever recorded was in the Eastern front during WW II and it was assumed that this would exceed that number. The Chinese military returned home in order to rebuild what was lost: Cities, Honor, Economy, and Families. They faced a future of uncertainty and hardship but one thing was decided for them: they could not handle a conflict like this again. For the first time in the 21st century China walked of the global stage in order to mend her wounds.
The countries that made up NATO returned home to a mixed crowd of supporters and so called “peace” activist. The most infamous incident took place in Germany where groups of youths were “protesting” outside a Bundeswehr base only to rush the gate and cause massive property damage and beating German soldiers. 32 German MPs and Paratroopers were killed in the riot, 59 were hospitalized. While incidents like this were rare there was a discontent between the European public and their governments on the handling of the war. A large majority of Europe and America desired dialogue with the GLA despite the proven war crimes and attacks on American civilians. Talks of disbanding NATO are always heard on talk radio and political podcast and blogs. America was not enjoying an era of prosperity that was expected after the war was over. The GLA had no resources, no territory, nothing the American government wanted. Directors of various government agencies felt shortchanged and cheated that even though they won nothing would be gained. There was no parade in Times Square, no V-day celebrations, not even a holiday in honor of the event. The war was unpopular in the first place and many people felt that the soldiers fighting in the conflict received enough. It was the ultimate passive-aggressive tactic say you support your troops then pretend they don’t exist. As one soldier put it; America isn’t at war the Army is, America is at the mall.
The GLA was made up of various groups fighting to rid the world of what they felt as imperialist aggression. Contrary to popular belief the GLA was not just made up of Islamic radicals. It welcomed all races and religions it was a secular movement and not many outside the organization understood their goals. In an effort to achieve them they turned to tactics similar to Islamic terror groups: suicide bombings, kidnappings, beheadings, and attacking civilians. Even though they have been disbanded many wonder if they truly lost the war.
This era of recovery has led to the formation of a new phenomenon: the formation of Private Military Contractors. A UN watch-dog group speculates the a new PMC is formed ever 4 days all over the world whether it be a small local police group or a multinational conglomerate. PMCs were here to fill the void left by NATO and China and they are here to stay. To fill this demand PMCs are getting equipped with tech and weapons that rival many western nations they’re even rumors that the largest North American PMC, Prometheus International, has employed former GLA scientist, as in what capacity remains a mystery.
A Powder Keg
As Prometheus International gains more financial backing and influence in government affairs many are wondering whose running the show. Many believe that the group has the governments of Mexico and Cuba in their deep pockets and are in the works to buy the next presidential seat. More and more contractors are being employed for “peace keeping” operations overseas ousting many US military officials. Politicians debate the pros and cons of PMCs while many fear them. A large armed private army equipped with weapons and technology many nations cannot get a hold of is now left unchecked. It’s only a matter of time before something happens and the American population is nervous and focused on this. So focused on what’s happening at home that they don’t realize what is happening in the mountains of Afghanistan. One man’s dream is about to take flight, his dream of a resurgence, his dream of a new world, and the only thing standing in his way right now is a small US outpost on top of a hill.
Like I said it’s only a brainstorm I have a few concept art pieces at the moment but if you haven’t guessed yet the three sides are going to be the USA, GLA, and Prometheus International. If people would like to hear more I will put up a tentative unit listing for all three sides.
A mod like this has been picking at my mind for a good while. The world we live in now is not so black and white anymore. The good guys are not always who they seem or who you expect. While war and mercenaries are not a new occurance; structured buisnesses who cater to conflict are. They are a private army who work for the highest bidder they swear no loyalty to a nation. What if they decide that they are going to be self employed? What can we do? Who will take advantage of the confusion? While I know something like this is unlikely there is a certian taboo to those who profit of of war. From the Redcoats, to the Nazis, to the Communist, and now the Terrorist; who will be the next bad guy of freedom? More to come in the future
