Came up with a couple traits, take a look, tell me what you think. Suggest more!
Legal Traits:
Imperialism:
An Empire might term it as 'bringing civilization' to a weaker people, but the true reason behind Imperialism is far more insidious. The acquisition of land, wealth, resources, all of which are grinded under the heel of the state. Regardless, this Empire excels at bringing it's conquered people under its control through no doubt a combination of brute force, bribery, and cultural influence.
-Control of recently conquered regions becomes easier in the short term.
-Insurgencies are less effective.
-Lowers Imperial Reputation.
-Chance of spontaneous rebellions.
(Note: I included spontaneous rebellions because almost all Imperialistic Adventures end with some kind of rebellion. Whether its Mau Mau or something along the lines of the Congo Free State and it only takes one spark to set them off.)
Rule of Law:
No one is above the law in this society and is held accountable for their actions. No one can be punished by the state except for a breach of the law, and no one can be convicted of breaching the law except in the manner set forth by the law itself. Or so the basic definition goes, the reality is in much more shades of gray rather than black and white. But in general this society respects the integrity of the law and the judicial process.
-+2 Public Approval
-1 Security
Liberalization:
This Empire has done away with the complex regulations that for so long have constrained the actions of business and instead focused on producing a productive economy, even if some of those regulations were put into effect for good reason. While in good times, this state may prosper it is on a very slippery slope and abuse by officials can become rampant leading to a crisis.
+2 Wealth
Increases chance of sudden economic crisis.
Emergency Law:
Whether this was enacted due to a real threat or not, the fact is that this so called Emergency Law is long overdue to be lifted. That hasn't stopped the authorities from keeping it in place due to the vast advantages it offers the state. An emergency set of laws allows the arrest and detention of suspects with little or no evidence, and hold them in prison for an undetermined length of time without trial. Emergency Law's are highly unpopular but at the same token offer numerous advantages.
+ 1 to Security
Increases effectiveness against Partisans and Intelligence Operatives
-2 Public Approval
Social:
Cult of Personality:
Whether its through brainwashing or a constant stream of propaganda, this leader has built up a massive cult of personality as the leader of the state. This countries populace looks up the leader with almost semi divine status. the main drawback of this policy is that the state has to pour millions each year into maintaining this image.
+2 Public Approval
-Loss of 5 percent total IP.
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