  Military of Hiveria
The standing army consists of 60,000 men, which is intentionally as many as the Frilandic army has. The troop strength and number of units are also kept more or less equal to that of Friland. To remain a match for its larger neighbour, the size and costs of the Hiverian military are often higher than the country can actually afford. Because of this, the quality of men and material sometimes leaves much to be desired. There is conscription, but that can be bought off. The head of the military is the president. Neutrality Hiveria is neutral and not a member of NATO. However, it is a member of the NATO Partnership for Peace. For military cooperation Hiveria mainly seeks connections with powerful countries like the United States, Russia and China. By outplaying these rivals against eachother the country is always assured of the support of at least one of them. However, this tactic has always stood in the way of a NATO membership. Besides that Hiveria has strong ties with France, Spain and a number of countries in the Middle East and North Africa. The land forces consist of two departments: the Armée de Terre (professional army and conscripts) and the Garde d'Acier (elite forces). Armée de Terre The Armée de Terre ("Land army") is the professional army. Its most important task is being prepared for a potential war with Friland. Missions abroad also belong to the possibilities. Main divisions of the Armée de Terre: Garde d'Acier The Garde d'Acier ("Steel Guard") originates from former colonial troops, who had much more fighting experience than the regular army due to the many revolts in the by now independent Hiverian colonies. During an attack the Garde d'Acier usually forms the spearhead and is responsible for weakening or even breaking any opposition that the main force could encounter. Main divisions of the Garde d'Acier: Equipment The Hiverian military uses the following equipment: Motorcycle for rapid movement. Produced by the Hiverian company Pilat Voitures. Quads are used by fast, mobile teams like snipers, scouts and units with portable anti-tank or anti-aircraft missiles.
Pick-up truck. Produced by the Hiverian company Pilat Voitures. Off-road vehicle. Light armoured vehicle for reconnaissance. The VBL is amphibious and can also be transported by air. Armoured vehicle, offers protection against IED's. All-terrain carrier for use on rugged terrain. Van. Light truck for transporting troops and freight. Produced by the Hiverian company Pilat Voitures. Heavy truck for transporting troops, freight, vehicles, weapon systems, etcetera. Produced by the Hiverian company Pilat Voitures. Armoured reconnaissance vehicle Armoured personnel carrier, multiple versions. Infantry fighting vehicle. Tank. The army also has converted versions of these for repairing or salvaging other vehicles. Light field howitzer. Self-propelled howitzer. Mobile rocket artillery. Armée de l'Air The Armée de l'Air ("Airforce") has its own air bases but is also allowed to use all other airfields when needed. The most important air base is Base aérienne du Sud, from where both the ocean and Frilandic air space can be covered. The army and the navy also have air units for support with certain tasks, but operating and maintaining these is mostly done by air force personnel. Equipment The Hiverian air force uses the following equipment: Small reconnaissance drone for short distances, can be launched by hand. Produced by the Hiverian company UAD. Medium attack drone for long distances, needs a short runway and can be equipped with multiple weapon systems. Produced by the Hiverian company UAD. Kamikaze drone, suitable for swarm attacks. Produced by the Hiverian company UAD. Trainer.
Jet fighter. Transport aircraft. Transport aircraft. One plane used as tanker. Transport aircraft, also available for carrying VIP's. AEW aircraft. Combat helicopter. Multirole helicopter. Multirole helicopter, including versions with the Yeux d'Aigle ("Eagle Eyes") AEW system for use from ships. Transport helicopter. Cruise missile, produced by the Hiverian company UAD. Surface to air missile system for medium to long distances. Surface to air missile system for medium to long distances. Close-in weapon system (CIWS) for very short distances. Armée de la Mer The Armée de la Mer ("Sea Force" or Navy) has the following ships: Frigates The Armée de la Mer has six multi purpose frigates of the Guy le Breton class, named after historical figures.
Amphibious assault ship An amphibious assault ship (LHD) is a combination of a helicopter carrier and a landing ship dock. It's equipped with a helicopter deck, landing crafts, room for a marine batallion with several vehicles, medical facilities and functions for command and communication. Transport and supply ships The NRH Albatros is a tanker. The other ships are meant for supplying ships at sea and transporting troops and material. Mine Hunters The mine hunters have been named after waters. (Atlantique class)
The Armée de la Mer has six submarines of the Entante class: (Entante class) Patrol ships The Armée de la Mer has four fast, ocean going patrol ships to secure the territorial waters. These are named after important commanders. (Bonnet-klasse) Other ships Besides the aforementioned ships the Armée de la Mer also owns an unspecified number of thug boats, training vessels, diving support vessels, RIB's (Rigid Inflatable Boat) and other support vessels. By the way, the prefix "NRH" stands for "Navire de Republique Hiveria" (Ship of the Republic of Hiveria). Marine Core For the protection of ships and for conducting overseas landings there is a marine core (Corps Maritime). Main divisions of the Corps Maritime: Organization The Armée de la Mer is divided into the following fleets, which are usually of varying composition:  |
