Internally more divided than ever, and externally facing more challenges than at any point since the end of the Cold War. The United States is certainly not living in a golden age. The public is wary of Chinese aggression, industrial issues, and economic hardship, and public support for U.S. military alliances is weakening. The next President of the United States will have to redefine what it means to be the greatest nation on Earth, the land of the free and the home of the brave. Brief History (2020)

France is experiencing heightened socio-political tensions following economic collapse and major terrorist attacks in Paris. Amidst these crises, public opinion regarding Muslim and Jewish communities is becoming increasingly polarized, and the nationalist National Rally party sees this chaotic period as an opportunity to seize power. Will France's democratic system and European integration persist, or will it choose to stand alone to reclaim its past glory? Brief History

Germany remains a major power, though internal resentment is growing over the refugee crisis, economic difficulties, and animosity toward nations like Greece, Italy, and Spain. While the European Union continues to expand southward, European neighbors are becoming increasingly irritated by German policies. Is it worth sticking to this path? Or is it time to revive past border disputes and let the soldiers march once again? Brief History

Brief History (2020) After the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, it was clear that the road to glory for the Russian Federation would not be smooth. The system and economy were corrupt, the bloated military was obsolete, political influence had waned, and for decades, Russia had to remain on the periphery. Now, Russia wants to be in the spotlight once again.

From pollution eating away at its cities and internal migration spiraling out of control to declining military discipline and an ever-corrupt Communist Party, China is an Eastern giant busy hiding its own flaws. Neighboring smaller nations—Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and even Vietnam—are uniting, burning with resentment and hatred toward China. As global tensions escalate, it is becoming clear that China must face all these challenges to secure its future. Brief History (2020)

Japan faces the threat of war daily, with Chinese naval fleets taking aggressive stances near the Senkaku Islands and North Korean missiles being launched into the stratosphere. Recently, Article 9 of the Japanese Constitution was amended, allowing for more active military activities abroad. These militaristic changes are unpopular with the public, but they may be necessary to maintain national security in the coming future.

"The iron horse wants to run." Like this saying, the locomotive known as the Republic of Korea has run without rest until now. We built roads and cities with our own hands and drove out tyrants with our own hands. Having achieved both industrialization and democratization in a short period, we are enjoying national prosperity unprecedented in our five-thousand-year history. However, darkness remains, and the iron horse is gradually slowing down. Therefore, we must ensure this locomotive can continue to move forward vigorously. Brief History (2020)