CoN 3: Revolutionary Germany

The Elector of Brandenburg (1444-1534)
Brandenburg's country side and small town center seemed at most, an underdog dutchy in North Germany. Following the Fate of Neumark, Brandenburg participated in the consolidation of many state bordering the Baltic Sea as well as a southern push through Saxony and into Franconia to merge with Ansbach, Which they held a Personal Union. Cooperation with their eastern neighbors, Kurland (previously known as Livonian Order), Agreed to sell the areas of West and East Prussia after a dispute over who had claim, dubbed the transaction of Prussia; Further more, religious reformation took hold over much of Europe, seeing many countries including Brandenburg to convert to Protestantism. Following the change in church, Governmental change was about to take place. In 1534, a reformed government looked to improve themselves both economically and Militarily. At the time, both the military and the economy lagged behind other Central European powers. looking to change, a new edict was put into place to create the Prussian State.

The Prussian Monarchy (1534-1688)
following the establishment of Prussia, public morale was at a all time low. Land dispute over Lusatia and Silesia between German Region rivals Prussia and The Palatinate broke out into total war after The Palatinates backing of the protestant league left them evicted from the Council. The war of August (after the name of the Prussian Monarch, August Wilhelm I) is considered the first major conflict between council members. The war ended with a twisted defeat for Prussia as long time ally Kurland, collapsed in and signed peace with The Palatinate.

Prussian Empire (1688-17??)
It appeared as though Prussia's dominance in Germany was handed to the much stronger Westphalian bloc (Included both Landshut and Bohemia unions). The alliance Between Kurland and Prussia broke down and Prussia was left by themselves. Luckily for Prussia, A prominent Republic in Italy was a rising star. A hyper-developed Italy became a Global trade power house, producing one of the largest economies ever seen. Italy choose to back Prussia endeavors against Westphalia since both had territorial interests in the South German state (Italy wanted the cores of Province, her vassal; Prussia wanted Germany). At this point, the Prussian Militaries had been completely reformed. They Blustered the Highest Discipline and Morale of any other Army in Europe or the World. As a result of growing tension, and Westphalia being caught between two great powers, The War of Malding had commenced. Backing Westphalia was Kurland who simped for alex.