Magpie State: The Rise and Fall of the Most Notorious Jihadist Organization in the Ravenfield Universe

The Magpie State emerged as one of the most dangerous and brutal militant organizations in modern history, mirroring the rise and fall of ISIS in the real world. With its origins in the post-war chaos of Chukar (Iraq) and the Chicken Arab Republic (Syria), Magpie State sought to establish a global caliphate through terror, genocide, and extreme religious fundamentalism. Its reign was marked by mass executions, ethnic cleansing, slavery, and a campaign of global jihad that sent shockwaves across the world.

Origins and the Post-War Chaos
The origins of Magpie State can be traced back to the early 2000s, during the occupation of Chukar (Iraq) by foreign forces. The invasion and subsequent dismantling of Chukar’s military left a power vacuum that was quickly filled by insurgent groups. One of these was an extremist jihadist faction led by Abu Qattal al-Rafidhi, a former military officer turned warlord, who declared a holy war against both the occupying forces and the new Chukar government.

Al-Rafidhi’s faction, originally part of a broader insurgency, began carrying out brutal attacks, suicide bombings, and assassinations. However, it was during the Chukar Civil War (2011-2014) that the group evolved into something much more dangerous. The chaos in neighboring Chicken Arab Republic (Syria) provided an opportunity for jihadists to expand. They began seizing towns, executing opposition fighters, and declaring themselves the new rulers of the region.

By 2014, the group formally rebranded itself as Magpie State, claiming to have established a new Islamic caliphate spanning across Chukar and the Chicken Arab Republic.

The Brutality of Magpie State’s Rule
With its rapid territorial expansion, Magpie State sought to impose its extremist interpretation of Islamic law through sheer terror. The world was horrified by its barbaric tactics:

•Mass executions: Hundreds of captured soldiers and civilians were slaughtered in execution videos meant to instill fear in opponents.
•Genocide: Entire ethnic and religious groups, particularly the Yazidis, Shia Muslims, Christians, and others, were targeted for extermination.
•Sex slavery: Thousands of women, particularly from minority groups, were kidnapped, raped, and sold as slaves in Magpie-controlled territories.
•Cultural destruction: Ancient historical sites, including temples, churches, and mosques, were destroyed in an attempt to erase history.
These atrocities were not just random acts of violence but a deliberate strategy to terrorize the population and solidify Magpie State’s control.

Global Terror and Underground Cells
While Magpie State ruled over vast territories, it also sought to spread its ideology worldwide. It actively recruited foreign fighters through sophisticated propaganda, using social media to inspire attacks abroad. This led to a wave of lone-wolf terrorist attacks across the world, mirroring the real-life impact of ISIS.

Magpie State established terror cells across Europe, North America, and Africa, launching a campaign of global jihad. These cells were responsible for:

•Coordinated bombings in major European capitals, targeting public transport, government buildings, and tourist sites.
•Mass shootings in crowded venues, including nightclubs, shopping malls, and stadiums.
•Vehicular attacks, where extremists used trucks and cars to mow down civilians in city centers.
•Suicide bombings, particularly at Western embassies and military installations.
This "Campaign Against the West" aimed to spread fear, destabilize societies, and provoke global conflict between Muslims and non-Muslims.

Storming of the Eagle Federation Embassy in Chukar (2018)
One of Magpie State’s most infamous operations was its storming of the Eagle Federation (EF) embassy in Chukar. Heavily armed militants breached the compound, executed hostages, and raised the Magpie black flag over the embassy, triggering a violent standoff. The attack, which shocked the international community, was meant to symbolize the group’s defiance against Western powers.

EF Special Forces eventually stormed the building, but not before dozens of diplomats, security personnel, and civilians were slaughtered. The assault marked one of the deadliest terrorist incidents involving EF personnel in the modern era.

The Fall of Magpie State (2017-2019)
By 2017, Magpie State was facing enormous military pressure. A coalition of forces—including Chukar (Iraq), the Chicken Arab Republic (Syria), the Eagle Federation (USA-equivalent), and Kestrel State (Russia-equivalent)—launched a massive counteroffensive. A series of decisive battles, including the Siege of Al-Rafid and the Battle of Darash, saw the group lose its last urban strongholds.

In 2019, Abu Qattal al-Rafidhi was killed in an EF Special Forces raid. Tracked to a safehouse deep in Chukar, Abu Qattal detonated a suicide vest as EF operators closed in. His elimination crippled Magpie State’s leadership but did not destroy the group entirely.

Post-2019 Resurgence and Alliance with Grebe
After losing its caliphate, Magpie State restructured itself into an underground insurgency. The group forged an alliance with Grebe (Ravenfield’s Iran equivalent), receiving:

•Military training from Grebe’s Quds Force, improving their tactics.
•Better equipment, including bomb drones, armored vehicles, and night vision goggles.
•Better IEDs and guided missiles, enhancing their ability to strike military convoys and urban targets.
This support transformed Magpie State from a crumbling insurgency into a well-armed terrorist network capable of waging asymmetric warfare.

Terrorist Incidents Linked to Magpie State
Despite losing its strongholds, Magpie State continues to operate worldwide, conducting ambushes, assassinations, and bombings. Some of its most notorious attacks include:

•2015 Darash Market Bombing – A series of coordinated suicide bombings killed over 300 civilians in the Chicken Arab Republic.
•2016 Chukar Oil Refinery Attack – Magpie fighters stormed and set fire to a major oil refinery, disrupting global oil supply chains.
•2018 Eagle Federation Embassy Siege in Chukar – One of the deadliest attacks against EF personnel in modern history.
•2019 Nightclub Massacre in Europa – A Magpie-inspired lone wolf attacker killed 67 people at a popular nightclub in the Eagle Federation.
•2020 Southeast Asian Hotel Bombing – A luxury hotel was targeted by a Magpie-affiliated terror cell, killing dozens of international diplomats.

With sleeper cells embedded across Africa, Europe, and Southeast Asia, Magpie State remains a global terrorist threat, ensuring that the war against it is far from over.

Conclusion
Magpie State was one of the darkest and most infamous jihadist organizations in the Ravenfield universe. From its brutal rule over Chukar (Iraq) and the Chicken Arab Republic (Syria) to its campaign of global terrorism, it left behind a trail of destruction that reshaped the geopolitical landscape.
Though its caliphate was ultimately crushed, its ideology still lingers, reminding the world that the war against extremism is far from over.