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The Red Skull Republic was a notable clan in the LittleBigPlanet community. It is best known for its advanced technology, dark style and political influence throughout its existence.
History
First Generation
The first generation of the Red Skull Republic operated during the Kardían Era. This period defined the RSR's reputation as a major power among common clans at the time through its conflicts, style, and influence.
Conflict with Skullforce
Shortly after being founded by Hitman__101 in 2008, the Red Skull Republic set its sights on toppling the then popular clan, Skullforce. To do so, Hitman and his comrades developed RSR's theme and style as a "mirror" to Skullforce. This resulted in very similar iconography between the two clans but with a different color scheme. Where Skullforce used green, RSR used red instead.[1]
Beyond this thematic strategy, RSR second in command Runing_man69 developed a campaign, referred to as the Skullforce Initiative, to destroy Skullforce. After observing supposed instability in Skullforce's internal structure, Runing_man69 proposed that RSR position itself as close as possible to Skullforce in order to increase their influence over the rival clan. By warming up to Skullforce, RSR was able to gain important information that would be useful for advancing their campaign.[1]
The Ghosthound-Skullforce War
Around this point in late 2008 or early 2009[citation needed], Skullforce and popular clan Ghosthound had been in conflict for several months. Observing that Skullforce was tired of the standoff, RSR took initiative and stepped up to oppose Ghosthound. Once Ghosthound was held off, Skullforce considered the Red Skull Republic to be important allies.[1]
However, despite the fact that RSR and SF's relationship was warmer than ever before, Skullforce was suspicious of the Red Skull Republic's intentions.[1]
RSR-Akatsuki War
To further warm up to Skullforce, RSR set its sights on defeating SF's longtime rival Akatsuki. RSR's victory over Akatsuki strengthened RSR's ties with Skullforce and increased RSR's confidence and reputation as a powerhouse in the community.[1]
End of Skullforce
Red Skull Republic throughout these two conflicts had been identifying and picking up members from Skullforce who found RSR a more attractive option. One of their plans to destabilize Skullforce were to send RSR agents to join Skullforce, only to send instructions for them to leave the clan later. This made it appear as if Skullforce was drastically losing popularity and sowed doubt within their leadership.[1]
Another critical blow to Skullforce was the revelation that Joekills13, SF's second in command, had been stealing creations from another SF member, HomocidalChicken. This was done to supposedly gain favor with Skullforce's leader. RSR leaked this information, resulting in Joekills13's expulsion from SF.[1]
Without Joekills13, the Skullforce government continued to collapse into a schism that resulted in the clan disbanding. Many of its remaining members joined RSR. The final moves against Skullforce were referred to internally by RSR as Operation Shattered Skull.[1]
Second Generation
The Elimination Campaign
The Red Skull Republic did not openly take responsibility for the fall of Skullforce at the time. However, the fall of SF supposedly led to an increase in RSR's popularity. With such a similar style to SF, RSR could be considered at the time to be SF's spiritual successor.[1]
To solidify its position amongst its contemporaries, RSR sought to destroy other smaller clans. After supposedly defeating ten different clans, RSR perceived itself as being safeguarded from challenge. [1]
RSR at this point also attempted to increase its influence through moral justification for its campaigns. Since the predominate ideology at the time was anti-H4H, RSR targeted Heart for Heart groups and adopted strict anti-H4H policies internally. [1]
After its large number of victories, RSR's aggressive expansion began to simmer down. Although not unanimously supported, RSR began to adopt a more peaceful approach to maintaining its position in the community. [1]
Instead of targeting clans directly, RSR changed tactics with a project called Shadow Op 45-A, a propaganda campaign which broadcasted an image of RSR's strength. This consisted of fabricated documents composed of dubious operation numbers and plans. Without clear details on these operations or their quantity, the goal was to confuse rival clans and dissuade them from challenging RSR. Shadow Op 45-A was only deployed briefly and was regarded by the RSR administration as being more of a joke. [1]
Red Skull Republic - LBP Union War
Sometime in 2009, a small clan called Elite Force declared war on the Red Skull Republic. This attack was supposedly led by Elite Force member Castleraider5[1] without the authority of the EF's leader.[2] At the time, Agents leader m88youngling who was conducting espionage against the RSR at the time gained contact with Castleraider5. Castle falsely claimed that the RSR attacked the Elite Force first. This led the newly founded and relatively isolated LittleBigPlanet Union to view the RSR as a rising threat in the community.[2]
Despite RSR's attempts to portray themselves as more peaceful than they had been in previous days, their reputation of victory in warfare led the Union to further distrust them. Tensions only grew once the RSR discovered espionage from the Agents. Although RSR did not immediately act to remove the spy, m88youngling, they were aware that the LBP Union was sponsoring the operation. [2]
Eventually, RSR posted several pro-RSR photos on a level affiliated with a Union member state, the Cheating Resistance Organization. This was interpreted by the Union to be an attack, sparking outcry from Union president Godman2k7. [2]
The incident led President Godman2k7 to agree to declare war on the Red Skull Republic on behalf of the LBPU. This sparked the Red Skull Republic / LBP Union War. A day before the declaration, Godman2k7 published the LBP Union headquarters, a large level that he hoped not only would bring more members to the Union but also intimidate RSR in the conflict.
The building tensions and the Union's declaration of war culminated into the Battle of Twisted Forest, supposedly the first official clan Online Create Battle. Without many rules, the outcome was disputed, however it was generally agreed that the Red Skull Republic was victorious thanks to its more advanced technology. The Union Task Force struggled to mount an offensive due to not having many premade vehicles for combat.[2]
After the battle, tensions remained high. RSR also conducted photo spam attacks against an Agents sticker giveaway level alongside Vector Troop leader Mercuy77.[2]
End of the RSR/LBPU War
As the conflict drove on, the Union administration began to observe that the RSR was experiencing some unrest amongst its members, however it is not clear how they came to this conclusion. This led to speculation that the RSR was uncertain about continuing a war with an organization that shared similar goals.[3]
Eventually, Union officials became aware that Castleraider5 had lied. The Agents believed that Castle was the leader of Elite Force, but he in fact had attacked the RSR without the authority of the EF leader. Once this was revealed, the leader of Elite Force immediately kicked Castleraider5 out of the clan.[2]
Both sides eventually agreed to make peace, however both sides claimed victory. The Red Skull Republic claimed victory for the Battle of Twisted Forest, while the Union claimed victory for supposedly causing a more peaceful shift in foreign policy in RSR. The two groups became much friendlier to one another in the aftermath, even going as far as to share technology.[3]
The RSR/Union War
In December 2009 tensions between the Union and the RSR were growing. The Agents had been independently observing the RSR for some time under the approval of President Godman2k7. The results of the investigation revealed that the RSR had launched an attack on Elite Force. Elite Force was a small group that claimed that the Red Skull Republic had attacked them first without reason. Given the RSR's aggressive attitude, the Union was led to believe that the RSR was a threat to the community's security and prepared for conflict.[2][citation needed]
After the Schism
The Red Skull Republic continued to exist after the Union schism, becoming a prominent player in the conflicts of the Shadow Epoch.
E.D.E.N
In early 2012, the Red Skull Republic formed or at least was part of a loose alliance of clans known as the Executive Democratic Entity for Neutrality, otherwise known as EDEN. EDEN was intended to bring stability to the major powers of the time after various conflicts had set them off balance. This project did not last very long and the organization did very little. Remaining information resides on this forum. EDEN appears to have been some form of project between the following clans,
- Red Skull Republic - Led by Hitman__101 and HomocidalChicken
- Fallen Republic - Led by Jukewannabe
- Akatsuki - Led by Chriswolf119* (*listed as "various leaders.")
- Elite Ninja Squad - Led by Ninjamcgee and Seeisme1
- Pure Energy - Led by Cjmad13
- NSC - Led by Legomarster
- ESA - Led by Skat3r_Boy-21623
- Advanced Cyber Unit - Led by Byiro, might have been a subordinate clan of RSR
It should be noted that Akatsuki is included in this list. This means that EDEN was formed before the fall of the Akatsuki if Akatsuki truly was part of EDEN, assuming that EDEN is some form of alliance or coalition.
EDEN is known to have held several meetings. The only known meeting is the second meeting, which HomocidalChicken provided a vague recap on the RSR forum. The following is the post by HomocidalChicken,
The post reveals that EDEN was not originally using the RSR forum to communicate, which means that EDEN must have been founded sometime before the post date of March 9th, 2012. EDEN was advertised mainly by word of mouth. The post also reveals that there was a short conflict between the leaders of Pure Energy and 'Snake,' presumed to be an RSR member known as SolidSnake, though the full username is not known. It is also revealed that there was discussion for establishing a council and assembly similar to the United Nations. However, the wording suggests there being an actual United Nations. There is no current knowledge of a United Nations organization being present during this time. This may simply be a mistake made by HomocidalChicken, however a United Nations existing at the time is not out of the realm of possibility.
The date that EDEN came to an end is unknown.
End of the Hitman Administration
At some point, Hitman__101 decided to step down as leader after a massive purge of the clan. He announced that all members of RSR were officially kicked out except for a select few who met his standards, and converted this unit into a new elitist force called the Imperial Vanguard. The announcement led to massive backlash from various corners of the community, including that of non-clanners. Hitman never followed through with the Imperial Vangaurd and the group never came to be. Instead, HomocidalChicken procured leadership of the Red Skull Republic and attempted to continue it with little success.[citation needed]
HomocidalChicken played a minor role in the Axis/LBPU Conflict but RSR itself only played a role in its reputation and image. The clan itself did not take a part in the conflict.[citation needed]
Though HomocidalChicken claimed that the RSR was still alive, the refounded LBP Union often was not convinced that the clan was active. However, the Union tried to get the RSR to become a member state of the Union various times. All of these times, HomocidalChicken refused to accept.[citation needed]
Demographics
Population
The Red Skull Republic's population historically has been one of the largest in the community. However, this population has been reported to largely be inactive and not contribute. As a result, the Red Skull Republic has had a series of purges which remove all members of the clan and renew membership of active members in order to weed out the inactive members. In the organization's later days, the member count dwindled down to a select few before going inactive.[citation needed]
Language
The majority of the Red Skull Republic spoke English, though it is not known if there were any other languages in the organization.[citation needed]
Government
Typically the Red Skull Republic followed the model of traditional clanning administrations, with a leader-coleader system. The RSR also had a competitive ranking system with various levels of command for each rank a member could attain.[citation needed]
Foreign Relations and Military
In its early days under Hitman__101's regime, the RSR was definitely aggressive in its affairs but maintained a friendly relationship with clans such as Vector Troop and Skull Force before Skull Force collapsed.[citation needed]
When HomocidalChicken took over when Hitman__101 was away and eventually resigned, the Red Skull Republic became more strategic in its affairs and looked at the bigger picture.[citation needed]
Culture and Style
The Red Skull Republic prided itself on its advanced detail and its arsenal of skilled creators, which helped make the RSR stand out among other groups. Advanced robotics, bipedal vehicles and superior logic systems are just a few of the notable developments created by the Red Skull Republic.[citation needed]
Infrastructure
The Red Skull Republic's ranking system and countless number of facilities allowed for it to accommodate a large number of members, though without very many meetings early on and little ability to control them all directly led to mass inactivity. The RSR attempted to resolve this problem with a hierarchical leadership system, but without the dedicated manpower in the leadership system, the RSR was inevitably doomed to resort to its member purging.[citation needed]