&&SCENNAME
US West

&&REGIONS
South West
North West
California

&&GROUPINGS

&&BRIEF
"The vastness of the Northwest will make them harder to conquer, but it will also be harder for them to defend.  Good reconnaissance will be just as key as tactics to a successful military campaign.  California may seem the weakest region, but the smaller size of their region will allow them to respond faster to any threats.  The Southwest has the military advantage in the area but no one has a definite economic advantage."

&&NOTES
"Three very strong leaders have emerged from California, the Northwest, and the Southwest states.  It is assumed that all will resist the sharing of power and will pursue their own agendas.  The military and technological strengths of these regions continue to concern the World Market, but there is little that can be done to limit the strong tensions.  The capitals are crucial to a military victory.  Should a capital fall, it is expected that the rest of the region would immediately seek to realign itself to a more dominant leader. ¶¶The key to mastering this region will likely be achieved through diplomacy.  The region that can best play on tensions between the other two regions and avoid conflict on two fronts will have the greatest chance for success.  If fortunate enough to avoid direct military confrontation, then a Unification Vote will be held in four years."

&&CUSTOMNOTES 00
"The vastness of the Northwest will make them harder to conquer, but it will also be harder for them to defend.  Good reconnaissance will be just as key as tactics to a successful military campaign.  California may seem the weakest region, but the smaller size of their region will allow them to respond faster to any threats.  The Southwest has the military advantage in the area but no one has a definite economic advantage."

&&EMAIL 00

&&EMAIL 01
"It will be difficult to achieve a military victory without allying, at least temporarily, with one of the other regions.  Our strategists suggest an alliance with California would be best in an attempt to more quickly eliminate the greater threat from the Northwest.  Once that is almost done, we should ensure that our forces are in position to move quickly against California and take their capital before they have a chance to react. ¶¶In the course of any conflict we should endeavor to capture as many of the resource deposits and manufacturing facilities as possible as primary targets over population centers.  As well, the further we get from our original borders the more carefully we should monitor the supply situation and we should be sure to watch for activity around the ICBM Silos scattered throughout the Northwest (perhaps we could get some Recon Satellites launched).  If we gain the upper hand, there is no telling how desperate they will get."

&&EMAIL 02
"California is not likely as great a threat as the Southwest region is.  The Southwest have already shown their tendencies towards military conquest over true democratic values and they will likely try to enlist California's help in eliminating us quickly.  We do have the deterrents of our limited ICBM inventory, but do we really want to launch them against a target so close?  It would be far better if we can arrange a Mutual Defense pact with California.  That on its own might neutralize any Southwest threat and get us through to the election without trouble. ¶¶If we can get a Mutual Defense treaty with California, then we should definitely take whatever actions are necessary to bolster our Domestic Approval Rating and give us the best chance to win the Unification Vote when it is held."

&&EMAIL 03
"Our military analysts believe we should substantially reinforce Sacramento.  They worry that we are quite vulnerable and that a sudden move on our capital would undermine our administration and panic our civilians.  Similarly, if you are thinking of a quick strike on either the Northwest or Southwest capitals (Seattle and Houston respectfully), then you should launch it immediately and hope for surprise!  It is unlikely we would withstand a prolonged campaign. Most consider us as the 'Balance of Power' for the area and while neither the Northwest nor Southwest regions sees us as a significant threat, you can bet they will both be coveting our petroleum reserves and production capabilities.  As well, you can assume that if there is a war, they won't want to fight it on their own soil. ¶¶Our best hope obviously is that we can use our popularity, run a successful campaign and win the Unification Vote when it is held.  But any peaceful inclinations among our neighbors may be forgotten if they fall behind in the polls."

&&SCENWIN
"Congratulations on your victory in the Western US!  You have proven that you do have the qualities needed to potentially vie for world domination.  Perhaps you are ready to try a full-blown campaign and attempt to become the true Supreme Ruler..."

&&SCENLOSE
"Unfortunately you have failed in your efforts to conquer the Western US.  Perhaps attempting some additional practice scenarios would be wise before you attempt a complete campaign."

&&SCENUNIFYLOSE
"Unfortunately you have been defeated in the Unification Vote for the Western US with %s emerging as the victor!  Perhaps attempting some additional practice scenarios would be wise before you attempt a complete campaign."

&&CAMPWIN
"Congratulations on your victory in the Western US!  Your leadership to this point has been quite impressive and we have made good progress in our campaign towards world supremacy.  The next challenge we must face is listed below.  When you are ready to proceed, give the order and we will begin."

&&CAMPLOSE
"Although we were unsuccessful with our efforts in the Western US, there are other opportunities for leadership.  Below you will see what offers are available to pursue:"

&&CAMPUNIFYLOSE
"You have been defeated in the Unification Vote for the Western US with %s emerging as the victor!  There are other regions are still willing to offer you another chance at leadership.  Below you will see what offers are available to pursue:"

&&MPWIN
"Congratulations!  You have emerged the victor in the Western US against other human challengers.  Your personal record will be amended to reflect this success."

&&MPLOSE
"You have failed in your quest to conquer the Western US against other human opponents.  Better luck next time..."

&&MPUNIFYLOSE
"You have lost the unification vote for the Western US against other human opponents.  %s (%s) has emerged the victor!  Better luck next time..."