The Protectorate is a great federation with many experienced players. I am a relatively new player and I joined this fed a few months ago. Since then I have received a lot of very useful help and advice.
Send a message to Crafty (Federation Chair) at The East End if interested.
You should join the Soviet Federation! Well also help you out, and we are very active in this fed. Is you really wanna get involved in the game, then join us!