Talk:The League of Independent Nations/@comment-4626736-20120316205439/@comment-3028058-20120317042307

Allow me to explain the position of Protectorate.. you clearly didn't read the fine print. Protectorates are essentially dependents, or a"child nations" to a "mother nation". They provide a fraction of their income and usually a small military force as a sign of respect to their Protector nation (in your case, England). In return, England offers its military might in your defense should you come under attack. The catch is that Protectorate nations often find themselves dragged into conflicts not of their own design. The only way to become completely independent is to either declare independence and declare war on the protector nation, or seek a diplomatic resolution (although the success chances of the latter have proven to be minute) There is nothing inherantly wrong with being a Protectorate nation, as in many cases it is more profitable and safe than being on your own and independent.