Since July

(Or whenever, if this site actually had DATES)
There have been hostile relations between the Eel Protectorate and the Men Who Build Stuff (MWBS) over the legality and ethical right of collecting car batteries from the waters surrounding the Garrison Islands (Consisting of Wright, Snowstone, Maywar, and Krakabloa, believed to be known by the MWBS as "Waywar", though this is awaiting confirmation), commonly known to be depended upon by local eel populations.
The collection of these batteries is a known hazard to the Garrison Eel, a rare electric eel endemic which requires external chemical resources to generate charge.
Graingy refuses to confirm nor deny that we have been studying the Eels and their skin secretions as part of a material science development project. These allegations are not considered presently relevant to the issue of the conflict.
The battery collection efforts by Guywhobuildsstuff, founder of the MWBS (and as far as we can tell, its sole acting member beyond signatories) represent a significant threat to the Garrison Eel, which has become dependant on ocean polution in the form of these discarded batteries. Removing them would actually be extremely harmful, causing their inflated population, permitted by the abundant resources of the batteries, to crash and cause an ecological cascade.
These efforts were opposed initially by Graingy, later founder of the Eel Protectorate. Grain Guy (myself) was placed in charge of the Eel Protectorate upon its formation, beholden only to override from Graingy CEO, Ultimus Geminus.
Let's not involve the Soians, shall we? For both our sakes.
Both parties founded alliances to support the continuation of battery collecting for the MWBS, and the prevention of battery collection for the Eel Protectorate.
Supported by a few other groups as members (perhaps only applying to the Eel Protectorate) hostile interactions went on for the next four months, until a ceasefire was requested by the MWBS.

Guywhobuildsstuff presented the following treaty, which has been under review since:

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"Preamble:

This treaty, henceforth referred to as the "Treaty of Waywar," is established between the parties involved to bring an end to the conflict surrounding the harvesting of car batteries from the ocean. This treaty is a declaration of mutual understanding and cooperation between Guywhobuildsstuff, representing the Men who build stuff, and Graingy, the presumed Prime Minister of the Ocean and of Cheif Executive Officer of the ‘Graingy Aircraft Company.’

Article I: Cessation of Hostilities

Both parties, Guywhobuildsstuff and Graingy, hereby declare an immediate cessation of hostilities and commit to resolving the dispute through diplomatic means.
Article II: Withdrawal of Forces

Graingy shall, by the first of December, 2023, withdraw any forces previously deployed in the ocean for the purpose of protecting the car batteries. Guywhobuildsstuff shall also withdraw all forces, except for five armed military personnel, who will collect the batteries once per week, on Sunday.
Article III: Car Battery Harvesting

Guywhobuildsstuff shall be granted permission to harvest car batteries from the ocean for the purpose of powering their Research and Development (R/D) division.
Article IV: Development of Renewable Energy

Guywhobuildsstuff shall have the right to continue the development of their top-secret renewable energy technology, utilizing nuclear weapons for controlled reactions in an enclosed space.
Article V: Compensation and Termination of Battery Harvesting

Once the development of the renewable energy technology is completed, Guywhobuildsstuff shall cease the harvesting of car batteries. In recognition of the impact on the affected sea life, Guywhobuildsstuff shall compensate Graingy with 5,000% of the total value of the car batteries, expected to be evenly distributed throughout the affected sea life.
Article VI: Enforcement and Accountability

Both parties commit to overseeing the implementation of this treaty and shall cooperate in resolving any disputes or issues that may arise in the future.

This treaty shall be ratified by the authorized representatives of Guywhobuildsstuff and Graingy, and shall take effect on the first of December, 2023. It shall remain in effect until such time as both parties mutually agree to amend or terminate it.
GuyWhoBuildStuff, [Graingys signature ]

Guy, [Graingys first name]
Treaty of Maywar
November 5, 2023.

"Pecunia et Potentia""

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While there were a few minor errors, the treaty has been taken as a genuine search for peace.
The Eel Protectorate has since reviewed the treaty, as well as the state of the conflict. It remains to be seen, as of November 21st, if the treaty will be accepted, if changes will be requested (most likely), or if conflict will resume.

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@Timeline:

6 Months ago:
-First purpose-built weapon deployed, a nuclear-armed cruise missile developed by the MWBS

5 Months ago:
-Multi-purpose gun mount deployed by MWBS
-Eel Protectorate R&D began by the Random Player Group
-Scrugy 51st Squadron is brought on as air support, bringing with them multiple aircraft and pilots

4 Months ago:
-Ground vehicle purchased by Random Player Group for use by the Eel Protectorate

2 Months ago:
-EPS Morrayge, flagship of the Eel Protectorate, finishes assembly. 80-year-old hull sails for the first time

November ~6th:
-EPS George Bush (named after a gardener), along with crew and ammunition stock, donated to Eel Protectorate. Kept in reserve due to simply egregious construction quality and operational costs.

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Conflict Record

(Incomplete, is to be filled by both parties to ensure stable understanding of events)

July 15:
MWBS conduct illegal harvesting operation on Protectorate-Declared No-Access-Zone surrounding the Wright Isles 25km in each direction. MWBS vessel riven off by Eel protectorate forces in dingy after firing 300/280 rounds of ammunition respectively. No casualties or significant damage to either vessel. Escalation follows.

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We hope to find an acceptable end to this conflict.