Coalition of Rebels

"Sometimes when you squash a rat, the rat's cousins take exception and make deals with the brothers in law of the cockroaches you squashed the week before. Rebels are rebels. Vermin are vermin. We can let the diplomatic corps handle the talking but once they're my problem, they're pests to be controlled." ~Grand Martial, Solar Clone Corps

CoR

The Coalition of Rebels (CoR) is a diverse and loosely connected network of rebel groups united against a common set of enemies: the gigacorps, government, and established religions. Born from the remnants of crushed rebellious armies, Terrorist cells, and separatist movements, the CoR has adopted a name initially imposed upon them by authorities. This coalition welcomes all enemies of the establishment, providing resources and support to those seeking change.

Structure and Ideology

The CoR's current leadership, the Democracy Now Association (DNA), advocates for a reorganization of human worlds under Athenian Democracy. However, this vision isn't universally accepted among CoR members, who prioritize destroying the status quo over achieving a specific utopia. Infighting and conflicting ideologies plague the coalition, with individual groups viewing each other as expendable. This lack of cohesion hinders the CoR's effectiveness, despite boasting millions of members scattered throughout Human Space.

Challenges and Dynamics

Research on civil war dynamics suggests that coalitions like the CoR face significant challenges in maintaining unity and achieving their goals. Studies highlight the importance of power relations, ideological proximity, and military synergies in shaping coalition behavior. For the CoR, overcoming internal divisions and coordinating efforts will be crucial to success. The DNA's leadership must balance competing interests and navigate the complexities of coalition politics to achieve their vision for a new order.