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Name:Officially it is The Most Holy Reich of United Lancia, often referred to as The Holy Lancian Empire or the Holy Lancian Reich when talking with diplomats and on official documents and treaties, in informal speech it is referred to as Lancia.
Flag:
Form of Government: Absolute Theocratic Monarchy
Describe the System: The Holy Lancian Empire is headed by the Kaiser, or the Lancian Emperor. The Kaiser is also the head of the Lancians’s state church, making it theocratic in nature. The Kaiser reigns supreme, however ministries, advisors, and other offices of the government help run Lancia, but the decisions of these can be overridden by the Kaiser at any time.
Location on Map Desired: When completed, a large amount of land in the North with a few islands closer to the coast.
Capital:Primus, it is located along the Lance River which runs through the part of Lancia considered to be originally Lancia, Primus is also a central point in the Empire, making it important for communication and trade.
Important Settlements: Alas, an important Industrial City located far up the Lance River, and Lancus, a massive population center on the most Southern Part of the Rhine, it also contains the largest military base.
Description: Perhaps one of the most interesting things about the Lancians is they prefer functionality over looks. There cities can often be described as ugly, but there efficient and helps squeeze that little extra out of the Lance economy. The cities for the most part use stone and planks for buildings, with the a few rarer buildings made of metal that are governmental. Walls are also large, and can hold up against attack quite well.
The culture and religion of the Lancians is where it gets interesting. The idea of honor and glory through battle is prevalent, as well as service to to the Kaiser and to the Reich, even if you do not serve within the military. These ideas are reinforced throughout childhood and well into adulthood. A famous Lancian General was even quoted as saying “A Lancian isn’t truly Lancian till he has spilt the blood of his foes on the glorious field of battle.” The idea of honored blood is also prevalent, leading to soldiers having the most status and wealth amongst the elite of Lancia . The Lancians do not refer to their soldiers as soldiers, but rather warriors, hinting further at their culture and the history of Lancia.
The religion of the Lancians is not like most ones on Edoniras, rather than a single god it is a pantheon of many gods. The gods are never named however, and are usually referred to as what they represent. The gods include the God of War, which is the most important in Lancia’s culture, the God of the Sea, who is often the most mistrusted, due to the shaky history Germany has with naval affairs, the God of the Sky, the God of Death, the God of Logic and Mind, the Goddess of Love, and the Goddess of Battle Strategy, who is by most Lancians, considered to be the 2nd most important, after the God of War.
There are 3 symbols considered important to the Lancians or there Government. The Symbols are the Coat of Arms of the Wilson Family, the Golden Eagle, and the Iron Cross. The Iron Cross is used to denote someone who is a veteran within the army, and having it is considered a badge of honor. The Golden Eagle is used to atop the flag and banners of legions, legions consisting of 3000 troops, the Golden Eagle is often the first sign that the Lancians are invading you. The Coat of Arms is the final symbol, and while not the most important the coat of arms is often found wherever the reach of the Lancia is. It is two swords crossed, and can also be found on the Lancian flag.
Important Characters:
Kaiser Gabriel the Third
Commander and Chief of the Army Wilhelm
High Priest David.
Traits:
Large Army: Your nation maintains an army of many men that can dwarf many of the smaller nations. -2
Professional Army: Your nation’s army is well trained and equipped with good weapons, performing better in battle. -3
Landlubbers: Your sailors don't exactly train on a boat, boarding and marine forces perform slightly worse due to the moving deck. +1
Scared of water: Your nation has never been one for their sea legs. Many naval loses and ship disasters have left your people unsupporting of any venture in which they need to leave the sight of land. +3
Rotting Hulls: Your nation views ship maintenance as an unneeded cost and so many of your ships have weak wood and the sails are torn and with holes in them. They will not perform well at sea. +2
State Controlled: Your market is controlled by your ruler, every business is state owned and all works are employed by the state, you are less vulnerable to crashes in the market however with the lack of competition your country advances more slowly and the economy rises more slowly. +1
Empire: Your lands are made up of conquered peoples and are vast. -4
Strong Industry: Your craftsmen and labourers are good quality and hardworking making some of your nations goods very reliable, sometimes fetching a high price from a market. -2
Army:
25,000 Veterans
40,000 Regulars
90,000 Recruits
Navy:
1 Frigate
2 Barques
2 Brigs
5 Galleys
Airships:
3 Transports
5 Frigates
3 Sky Runners
GDP: 69,000,000,000 ($)
Stability: Slightly Stable
Population: 12,000,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 18%
- Farming: 9%
- Mineral Production: 13%
Flag:
Form of Government: Absolute Theocratic Monarchy
Describe the System: The Holy Lancian Empire is headed by the Kaiser, or the Lancian Emperor. The Kaiser is also the head of the Lancians’s state church, making it theocratic in nature. The Kaiser reigns supreme, however ministries, advisors, and other offices of the government help run Lancia, but the decisions of these can be overridden by the Kaiser at any time.
Location on Map Desired: When completed, a large amount of land in the North with a few islands closer to the coast.
Capital:Primus, it is located along the Lance River which runs through the part of Lancia considered to be originally Lancia, Primus is also a central point in the Empire, making it important for communication and trade.
Important Settlements: Alas, an important Industrial City located far up the Lance River, and Lancus, a massive population center on the most Southern Part of the Rhine, it also contains the largest military base.
Description: Perhaps one of the most interesting things about the Lancians is they prefer functionality over looks. There cities can often be described as ugly, but there efficient and helps squeeze that little extra out of the Lance economy. The cities for the most part use stone and planks for buildings, with the a few rarer buildings made of metal that are governmental. Walls are also large, and can hold up against attack quite well.
The culture and religion of the Lancians is where it gets interesting. The idea of honor and glory through battle is prevalent, as well as service to to the Kaiser and to the Reich, even if you do not serve within the military. These ideas are reinforced throughout childhood and well into adulthood. A famous Lancian General was even quoted as saying “A Lancian isn’t truly Lancian till he has spilt the blood of his foes on the glorious field of battle.” The idea of honored blood is also prevalent, leading to soldiers having the most status and wealth amongst the elite of Lancia . The Lancians do not refer to their soldiers as soldiers, but rather warriors, hinting further at their culture and the history of Lancia.
The religion of the Lancians is not like most ones on Edoniras, rather than a single god it is a pantheon of many gods. The gods are never named however, and are usually referred to as what they represent. The gods include the God of War, which is the most important in Lancia’s culture, the God of the Sea, who is often the most mistrusted, due to the shaky history Germany has with naval affairs, the God of the Sky, the God of Death, the God of Logic and Mind, the Goddess of Love, and the Goddess of Battle Strategy, who is by most Lancians, considered to be the 2nd most important, after the God of War.
There are 3 symbols considered important to the Lancians or there Government. The Symbols are the Coat of Arms of the Wilson Family, the Golden Eagle, and the Iron Cross. The Iron Cross is used to denote someone who is a veteran within the army, and having it is considered a badge of honor. The Golden Eagle is used to atop the flag and banners of legions, legions consisting of 3000 troops, the Golden Eagle is often the first sign that the Lancians are invading you. The Coat of Arms is the final symbol, and while not the most important the coat of arms is often found wherever the reach of the Lancia is. It is two swords crossed, and can also be found on the Lancian flag.
Important Characters:
Kaiser Gabriel the Third
Commander and Chief of the Army Wilhelm
High Priest David.
Traits:
Large Army: Your nation maintains an army of many men that can dwarf many of the smaller nations. -2
Professional Army: Your nation’s army is well trained and equipped with good weapons, performing better in battle. -3
Landlubbers: Your sailors don't exactly train on a boat, boarding and marine forces perform slightly worse due to the moving deck. +1
Scared of water: Your nation has never been one for their sea legs. Many naval loses and ship disasters have left your people unsupporting of any venture in which they need to leave the sight of land. +3
Rotting Hulls: Your nation views ship maintenance as an unneeded cost and so many of your ships have weak wood and the sails are torn and with holes in them. They will not perform well at sea. +2
State Controlled: Your market is controlled by your ruler, every business is state owned and all works are employed by the state, you are less vulnerable to crashes in the market however with the lack of competition your country advances more slowly and the economy rises more slowly. +1
Empire: Your lands are made up of conquered peoples and are vast. -4
Strong Industry: Your craftsmen and labourers are good quality and hardworking making some of your nations goods very reliable, sometimes fetching a high price from a market. -2
Army:
25,000 Veterans
40,000 Regulars
90,000 Recruits
Navy:
1 Frigate
2 Barques
2 Brigs
5 Galleys
Airships:
3 Transports
5 Frigates
3 Sky Runners
GDP: 69,000,000,000 ($)
Stability: Slightly Stable
Population: 12,000,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 18%
- Farming: 9%
- Mineral Production: 13%
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Nations Name: The Empire of Corustaria
Flag: The Flag of the Empire of Corustaria is very different from the flags of it's individual territories, and this is very important to remember as regiments from the different area's of Corustaria often fly the banners of their countries in addition to the Corustarian banner. The Corustarian banner is composed of the Red of Alswell, the Blue of Vivia and the Lion of Morland. Traditionally, the dragon is not included due to Saxley having been conquered and thus not having been part of the union which made the flag. As such, the official flag does not include the Dragon of Saxley, however some unofficial contemporary variations do exist that incorporate the Dragon alongside the Lion, usually by moving the Lion so that it is against the Blue background and the Dragon so that it is against the red. These variants exist almost exclusively within Saxley.
Corustaria
Major Province Flags:
Vivia
Saxley
Morland
Alswell
Form of Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Describe the System: (Describe how your country is run in some more detail.} The Monarch of the Empire (Known as the Emperor or Empress) is a very important and powerful figure. Alongside the monarch there is a parliament with a range of powers which acts as a legislator. The monarch can dissolve parliament at their own discretion, and also has many administrative functions, working with parliament rather than independently of it. While Morland is the heart of the Empire, the remaining islands are mostly autonomous, with their own heads of state, for example Vivia having a king. All these are subservient to the Emperor/Empress and Morlands Parliament
Location on Map Desired: A series of islands off the north of the Edoniras, with Morland in the center, Alswell to the North, Saxley to the west and Vivia to the South East. Approximately halfway Saxley and Vivia lies Huntingtons isle, a collection of three small islands that are separated by only a few hundred meters of water. A few miles off the east coast of Morland lies a large island approximately a Sixth of the size of Morland known as Lesser Morland. Above Alswell is a string of small, cold islands known for their large metal reserves and chilling winds, known as the Weyland islands. The Corustarian isles lies some 200 miles north of the Lance Empires homeland, one of the furthest points north of Edoniras
Aswell is the coldest of the isles, known for producing hardy miners. Some of the most infamous... and most famous... figures of the empire come from here. Brave warriors fighting for Emperor and Empire, and infamous assassins who could fill Morland with the blood they've spilt. Aswell is about 162 miles long and 400 miles wide at its furthest points
Saxley is known for being the best weathered island, excellent for growing crops. It was the only island that was brought into the Empire by force, nearly four hundred years ago when Morland invaded. The unrest has mostly died down by now, but there are die hards who contest that Saxley should be independent. Their voice is drowned out by the majority. Saxley is the second largest island, being 700 miles long and 400 miles wide at its furthest points
Vivia is known for being the warmest of the islands, and produces fine wines. It is 450 miles long and 225 miles wide at its furthest points
Morland is known for being the wettest of the islands. It's often said that the people of Morland went out to conquer Saxley because they were sick of the torrential rain. Despite this, when it isn't raining the country is quite pleasing to look at. It is the largest island in the isles being 1300 miles long and 810 miles wide at its furthest points.
Lesser Morland is 220 Miles long and 143 miles wide at its largest points, making it one of the smallest islands
The Smallest of the Weyland islands is 10 miles long and 5 miles wide, while the largest is 60 miles long and 45 miles wide
The smallest of Huntingtons islands is 7 miles long and 8 miles wide, while the largest is 40 miles long and 30 miles wide
The smallest island is Jordans Island, being just 100 meters long and 80 meters wide and has no permenant residents, but had a watch tower with a beacon on top where two guardsmen are stationed for a month at a time, watching for signs of invasion from the rest of the powers. The watch tower doubles as a lighthouse for ships to avoid the jagged rocks surrounding it. If the beacon is lit in day, it means invaders have been spotted, if its doused at night, it means invaders have been spotted.
Capital: Stavedon, a massive city built around the bay of Stavedon to the South of Morland, the River Thyme flowing through it into the ocean, making it a port-side city to house it's naval assets and one of the more important trade centers of the isles.
Important Settlements: Pottershead (A large town in the center of Morland. It recently boomed to a massive side and became extremely important as the tree's surrounding it turned out to be excellent for ship building using the new methods) Albaport (Capital of Saxley, known for it's apples and strong coal industry, its located on the east coast of Saxley) Ivarford (A major mining town in the Weyland islands, notable for exporting large amounts of metals to the mainlands) Glassley (Capital of Alswell. Culturally significant, but it's economic value is relatively low compared to the other capitals, its situated on the northern coast of Alswell) Bastillia (Capital of Vivia that is located along the River Charles in the south east of Vivia. Known for it's fine wines and vineyards. Bastillia gets it's name from the Bastile lying near it's center, a twelve hundred (1200) year old castle that has been razed and rebuilt many times in the battle scarred history that came before unification) Kingswood (A major town in the northeast of Vivia, about 300 miles from the coast. It is renowned for the great forest surrounding it which has long since provided wood for ships) Newkeep (A Saxley city located near the center of Saxley, it has become one of the most prosperous in the isle after having struck a huge vein of gold and silver. Jewlers and Smiths dot its streets, and it provides a major source of income for the government.) Dunworth (The largest city in Lesser Morland, located in the north of lesser Morland, 50 miles from the coast.)
Description: (Describe an average city in your nation. Culture, language, currency etc.) Very Victorian esque in its architecture, the cities of the Empire of Corustaria range from beautiful manors and pretty cobble stone streets, to massive smoke stacks coughing out fumes into the sky far above. For better or for worse, Corustaria is in an industrial revolution. Culturally, this had led to many changes. Workers are suddenly less important, as machines which can do the jobs of many dozens or men are implemented into factories. New, revolutionary ideas spread like wild fire in the heat of summer, as great minds expand the fields of science. Some things never change however. They are still proud of their navy, and almost incessant are the chants of "Bigger, better, stronger" whenever someone so much as hears the word "Navy". There are four main islands. Morland, Vivia, Saxley, Alswell, and several smaller islands. Morland is the main island, where the capital is situated built around a bay with a small entrance.
Aside from pride in the nation of Corustaria, there is pride in the individual islands (and sometimes regions within these islands), flying their colours proudly alongside the other. In particular, Vivia believes the souls of the fallen cling to their regiments colours, and that to lose the colours would be an insult to their memory. Morland has a long running tradition, which has been transferred into a Corustarian tradition, of the Monarchs Colours. This flag, referred to as the Emperors or Empresses Colours, are touched by the hand of the monarch themselves and bestowed only upon the most worthy regiments or units. This unit must continue to perform to the highest standards, or the colours may be "usurped" by another regiment, upon which the monarch shall instead bestow the colours upon that regiment. Not only is their the added pressure of losing the colours to another regiment, but if the colours fell into enemy hands, then the mark would forever stain the regiments record. "To lose the Empresses Colours is to lose the Empresses favour", as they say.
Religion is a somewhat avoided topic in the isles, as the Princess is an atheist, while the Emperor was of a different religion to the Prince and the Empress. This is actually a running theme in Morlands royal family, with the monarchs often being of separate beliefs, and is merely another trait Corustaria has inherited from Morland. Its considered impolite to speak of your own religion unless another inquires.
They are recognised as being one of the harbingers of steam technology, given their interesting socialist esque system of providing free education up till age 10, and education past that being relatively cheap compared to other countries, their technological prowess is considerable. While this has supposedly devalued their degree's and honours in the eyes of the paying elite that fill the continent, the results are obvious: Corustaria has one of the highest levels of great inventors and scientists per capita in the continent.
On the subject of socialist esque systems, this is a running theme is several areas. Setting them apart from the mainland their government is responsible for free (This is actually a misconception, as it is supported through taxes) healthcare for its citizens, along with child support money for widows or widowers, pensions for the old and (admittedly limited) support for those out of work. This has made a more healthy and effective workforce, and their people are almost invariably taller than the continents average. This puts a drain on the economy, and the economy has to be carefully regulated in order to avoid a crash. The national reserve is the emergency funding, and a small amount of money is set aside for it each year. This system has created several industry giants, whom the government owns large shares in, including the somewhat dreaded "Empire Trading Company."
The Empire Trading Company is an Empowered Company, backed by government forces and legitimacy. In return, the government recieves a share of the money. It is often said the ETC gets a great a deal, as the money they give the government funds the healthcare and education programs, which in turn creates a strong and capable workforce for the Company.
The Currency of Corustaria is the Vestibulum coin. Made out of gold, bronze and silver depending on worth, these coins have the head of the Empress stamped onto them, and on the other side bear the national symbol of wherever the coin was issued (Lion for Morland, Dragon for Saxley, Grapes for Vivia, Bear for Alswell etc) Bank notes are also used, exchangeable at the bank for coin.
The Empire of Corustaria is known for being very cosmopolitan; Divisions aren't laid out by creed, colour or gender. In fact, it's known for having fierce women in the ranks of it's sailors, as well as minority groups and those viewed by others as 'savages' fighting among it's marines. This is partly down to their nature, being already made from several different peoples who have unified rather than being a single country to begin with. This will likely be unexpectedly helpful in Colonial situations, as their seemingly more benevolent nature will likely earn them more friends among natives than other, less cosmopolitan powers. This is not to say there isn't racism or sexism within their society. As will all colonial nations, they still have their own views on what's 'womanly' and 'savage'. And their own way of ensuring people do not rise past their station
Although it's army is something of a joke due to underfunding and it's generals being perpetually at each others throats, the individual soldier is not actually terrible. Many are extremely loyal and committed, even if they are poorly trained and ill equipped. Unfortunately, this leads to soldiers having a poor reputation, when it is more down to the fault of their superiors than it is their own. This has led to a somewhat awful recruitment level, with would be soldiers flocking to join the navy or marines instead
Something important to note is that Corustaria's Marines are considered much better fighters than it's actual army. They are feared opponents at sea, storming enemy vessels and firing on the swaying decks with shocking accuracy, partly down to skill and experience and partly down to their use of the more accurate 'Rifles' over the Muskets more commonly used by militaries. Rifles have their own set of disadvantages, such as the accumulation of powder in a rifle slowing reload times and eventually requiring cleaning before usage, thus making them less effective on colonial battlefields where both powder fills the air and obscures vision making the accuracy bonus irrelevant and when combat is more to do with filling the air with more shots than individual accuracy. This is very different from ship battles however. Men are not tightly packed together on ships, instead being more spread out and performing their individual tasks, making individual accuracy more important. Likewise, since the ships are moving the smoke moves away quicker, making the accuracy and range bonus more pronounced. There are also less men on ships, and more breaks in the combat for the marines, allowing them to quickly clean their rifles and their ship moves from engagement to engagement. Finally, muskets are made long due to their usage in firing lines, while Rifles are made shorter and thus more effective in the closer confines of ships should there be a boarding action.
Important Characters:
Emperor Thaddeus Wight (41, DECEASED)
Empress Emmeline Wight (32)
Princess Lillian Wight (15)
Prince Thaddeus Wight (16. Heir to the throne)
Royal Spymaster Richard Blank (42)
Royal Bodyguard Severus Gadge (37)
Royal Physician Marie Roseburrow (31)
Prime Minister Arnold Carnifex (61)
Minister for War and Grand Admiral Esmond Thorne (51)
Traits:
King of the Seas: "Islands need strong navies, not strong armies..." -Unknown Sailor -3
Ships of the line: "They call that an attack?"- Admiral Thorne as his ships of the line dwarfs the enemy attack craft -2
Natural great men: "Corustaria boasts many great inventors and geniuses, which some put down to the educational welfare system that's in place"-A brief history of Corustaria -3
Sealegs: "Corustaria's sailors and marines are used to the sea and boats, and they have been known to sail through storms and come out while their opponents sink behind them"-Exert from the book 'The Royal Navy Of Corustaria' -1
Strong industry: "Yes ms, its straight from the isles themselves, lesser Morland to be exact. Very reliable, ms, I only use goods from the isles me self, they are excellent value for money." - Haggling store vendor. -2
New age ship construction: "One things for sure. The bastards know how to build good ships..." -A pirate after watching a small ship take a broadside and outrun him regardless +/- 0
Empowered Company: "The Empire Trading Company plays a large part in keeping the economy afloat. In return, it receives special treatment from the Empire"- A brief history of Corustaria +/-0
Outdated Army: "Admiral Thorne gets new diamonds to encrust his cannons with, meanwhile we get pikes!"- General White lamenting his ill equipped army +2
Small army: "I thought I was commanding an army, not a brigade!"-Punchline from a joke +2
State controlled market: "With a few exceptions, most businesses are either directly or indirectly state owned, with very few true free businesses remaining. Growth is slow but stable as a result" -Government report, +1
Deflated balloons: "I'll be damned, sir, if my men are boarding that death trap. It won't clear Vivia, never mind the isles!" An unimpressed officer, 4th regiment of hoof. +2
Basic points +4
Army:
15,000 Regulars
28,000 Recruits
Navy:
4 Ships of Line
7 Frigates
10 Barques
11 Brigs
4 Galleys
Airships:
1 Transport
1 Frigate
4 Sky Runners
GDP: 64,000,000,000 ($) –Down to 51,000,000,000 ($) due to slight instability and so protests and strikes are occurring.
Stability: Slightly Unstable
Population: 8,500,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 12%
- Farming: 5%
- Mineral Production: 11%
Flag: The Flag of the Empire of Corustaria is very different from the flags of it's individual territories, and this is very important to remember as regiments from the different area's of Corustaria often fly the banners of their countries in addition to the Corustarian banner. The Corustarian banner is composed of the Red of Alswell, the Blue of Vivia and the Lion of Morland. Traditionally, the dragon is not included due to Saxley having been conquered and thus not having been part of the union which made the flag. As such, the official flag does not include the Dragon of Saxley, however some unofficial contemporary variations do exist that incorporate the Dragon alongside the Lion, usually by moving the Lion so that it is against the Blue background and the Dragon so that it is against the red. These variants exist almost exclusively within Saxley.
Corustaria
Major Province Flags:
Vivia
Saxley
Morland
Alswell
Form of Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Describe the System: (Describe how your country is run in some more detail.} The Monarch of the Empire (Known as the Emperor or Empress) is a very important and powerful figure. Alongside the monarch there is a parliament with a range of powers which acts as a legislator. The monarch can dissolve parliament at their own discretion, and also has many administrative functions, working with parliament rather than independently of it. While Morland is the heart of the Empire, the remaining islands are mostly autonomous, with their own heads of state, for example Vivia having a king. All these are subservient to the Emperor/Empress and Morlands Parliament
Location on Map Desired: A series of islands off the north of the Edoniras, with Morland in the center, Alswell to the North, Saxley to the west and Vivia to the South East. Approximately halfway Saxley and Vivia lies Huntingtons isle, a collection of three small islands that are separated by only a few hundred meters of water. A few miles off the east coast of Morland lies a large island approximately a Sixth of the size of Morland known as Lesser Morland. Above Alswell is a string of small, cold islands known for their large metal reserves and chilling winds, known as the Weyland islands. The Corustarian isles lies some 200 miles north of the Lance Empires homeland, one of the furthest points north of Edoniras
Aswell is the coldest of the isles, known for producing hardy miners. Some of the most infamous... and most famous... figures of the empire come from here. Brave warriors fighting for Emperor and Empire, and infamous assassins who could fill Morland with the blood they've spilt. Aswell is about 162 miles long and 400 miles wide at its furthest points
Saxley is known for being the best weathered island, excellent for growing crops. It was the only island that was brought into the Empire by force, nearly four hundred years ago when Morland invaded. The unrest has mostly died down by now, but there are die hards who contest that Saxley should be independent. Their voice is drowned out by the majority. Saxley is the second largest island, being 700 miles long and 400 miles wide at its furthest points
Vivia is known for being the warmest of the islands, and produces fine wines. It is 450 miles long and 225 miles wide at its furthest points
Morland is known for being the wettest of the islands. It's often said that the people of Morland went out to conquer Saxley because they were sick of the torrential rain. Despite this, when it isn't raining the country is quite pleasing to look at. It is the largest island in the isles being 1300 miles long and 810 miles wide at its furthest points.
Lesser Morland is 220 Miles long and 143 miles wide at its largest points, making it one of the smallest islands
The Smallest of the Weyland islands is 10 miles long and 5 miles wide, while the largest is 60 miles long and 45 miles wide
The smallest of Huntingtons islands is 7 miles long and 8 miles wide, while the largest is 40 miles long and 30 miles wide
The smallest island is Jordans Island, being just 100 meters long and 80 meters wide and has no permenant residents, but had a watch tower with a beacon on top where two guardsmen are stationed for a month at a time, watching for signs of invasion from the rest of the powers. The watch tower doubles as a lighthouse for ships to avoid the jagged rocks surrounding it. If the beacon is lit in day, it means invaders have been spotted, if its doused at night, it means invaders have been spotted.
Capital: Stavedon, a massive city built around the bay of Stavedon to the South of Morland, the River Thyme flowing through it into the ocean, making it a port-side city to house it's naval assets and one of the more important trade centers of the isles.
Important Settlements: Pottershead (A large town in the center of Morland. It recently boomed to a massive side and became extremely important as the tree's surrounding it turned out to be excellent for ship building using the new methods) Albaport (Capital of Saxley, known for it's apples and strong coal industry, its located on the east coast of Saxley) Ivarford (A major mining town in the Weyland islands, notable for exporting large amounts of metals to the mainlands) Glassley (Capital of Alswell. Culturally significant, but it's economic value is relatively low compared to the other capitals, its situated on the northern coast of Alswell) Bastillia (Capital of Vivia that is located along the River Charles in the south east of Vivia. Known for it's fine wines and vineyards. Bastillia gets it's name from the Bastile lying near it's center, a twelve hundred (1200) year old castle that has been razed and rebuilt many times in the battle scarred history that came before unification) Kingswood (A major town in the northeast of Vivia, about 300 miles from the coast. It is renowned for the great forest surrounding it which has long since provided wood for ships) Newkeep (A Saxley city located near the center of Saxley, it has become one of the most prosperous in the isle after having struck a huge vein of gold and silver. Jewlers and Smiths dot its streets, and it provides a major source of income for the government.) Dunworth (The largest city in Lesser Morland, located in the north of lesser Morland, 50 miles from the coast.)
Description: (Describe an average city in your nation. Culture, language, currency etc.) Very Victorian esque in its architecture, the cities of the Empire of Corustaria range from beautiful manors and pretty cobble stone streets, to massive smoke stacks coughing out fumes into the sky far above. For better or for worse, Corustaria is in an industrial revolution. Culturally, this had led to many changes. Workers are suddenly less important, as machines which can do the jobs of many dozens or men are implemented into factories. New, revolutionary ideas spread like wild fire in the heat of summer, as great minds expand the fields of science. Some things never change however. They are still proud of their navy, and almost incessant are the chants of "Bigger, better, stronger" whenever someone so much as hears the word "Navy". There are four main islands. Morland, Vivia, Saxley, Alswell, and several smaller islands. Morland is the main island, where the capital is situated built around a bay with a small entrance.
Aside from pride in the nation of Corustaria, there is pride in the individual islands (and sometimes regions within these islands), flying their colours proudly alongside the other. In particular, Vivia believes the souls of the fallen cling to their regiments colours, and that to lose the colours would be an insult to their memory. Morland has a long running tradition, which has been transferred into a Corustarian tradition, of the Monarchs Colours. This flag, referred to as the Emperors or Empresses Colours, are touched by the hand of the monarch themselves and bestowed only upon the most worthy regiments or units. This unit must continue to perform to the highest standards, or the colours may be "usurped" by another regiment, upon which the monarch shall instead bestow the colours upon that regiment. Not only is their the added pressure of losing the colours to another regiment, but if the colours fell into enemy hands, then the mark would forever stain the regiments record. "To lose the Empresses Colours is to lose the Empresses favour", as they say.
Religion is a somewhat avoided topic in the isles, as the Princess is an atheist, while the Emperor was of a different religion to the Prince and the Empress. This is actually a running theme in Morlands royal family, with the monarchs often being of separate beliefs, and is merely another trait Corustaria has inherited from Morland. Its considered impolite to speak of your own religion unless another inquires.
They are recognised as being one of the harbingers of steam technology, given their interesting socialist esque system of providing free education up till age 10, and education past that being relatively cheap compared to other countries, their technological prowess is considerable. While this has supposedly devalued their degree's and honours in the eyes of the paying elite that fill the continent, the results are obvious: Corustaria has one of the highest levels of great inventors and scientists per capita in the continent.
On the subject of socialist esque systems, this is a running theme is several areas. Setting them apart from the mainland their government is responsible for free (This is actually a misconception, as it is supported through taxes) healthcare for its citizens, along with child support money for widows or widowers, pensions for the old and (admittedly limited) support for those out of work. This has made a more healthy and effective workforce, and their people are almost invariably taller than the continents average. This puts a drain on the economy, and the economy has to be carefully regulated in order to avoid a crash. The national reserve is the emergency funding, and a small amount of money is set aside for it each year. This system has created several industry giants, whom the government owns large shares in, including the somewhat dreaded "Empire Trading Company."
The Empire Trading Company is an Empowered Company, backed by government forces and legitimacy. In return, the government recieves a share of the money. It is often said the ETC gets a great a deal, as the money they give the government funds the healthcare and education programs, which in turn creates a strong and capable workforce for the Company.
The Currency of Corustaria is the Vestibulum coin. Made out of gold, bronze and silver depending on worth, these coins have the head of the Empress stamped onto them, and on the other side bear the national symbol of wherever the coin was issued (Lion for Morland, Dragon for Saxley, Grapes for Vivia, Bear for Alswell etc) Bank notes are also used, exchangeable at the bank for coin.
The Empire of Corustaria is known for being very cosmopolitan; Divisions aren't laid out by creed, colour or gender. In fact, it's known for having fierce women in the ranks of it's sailors, as well as minority groups and those viewed by others as 'savages' fighting among it's marines. This is partly down to their nature, being already made from several different peoples who have unified rather than being a single country to begin with. This will likely be unexpectedly helpful in Colonial situations, as their seemingly more benevolent nature will likely earn them more friends among natives than other, less cosmopolitan powers. This is not to say there isn't racism or sexism within their society. As will all colonial nations, they still have their own views on what's 'womanly' and 'savage'. And their own way of ensuring people do not rise past their station
Although it's army is something of a joke due to underfunding and it's generals being perpetually at each others throats, the individual soldier is not actually terrible. Many are extremely loyal and committed, even if they are poorly trained and ill equipped. Unfortunately, this leads to soldiers having a poor reputation, when it is more down to the fault of their superiors than it is their own. This has led to a somewhat awful recruitment level, with would be soldiers flocking to join the navy or marines instead
Something important to note is that Corustaria's Marines are considered much better fighters than it's actual army. They are feared opponents at sea, storming enemy vessels and firing on the swaying decks with shocking accuracy, partly down to skill and experience and partly down to their use of the more accurate 'Rifles' over the Muskets more commonly used by militaries. Rifles have their own set of disadvantages, such as the accumulation of powder in a rifle slowing reload times and eventually requiring cleaning before usage, thus making them less effective on colonial battlefields where both powder fills the air and obscures vision making the accuracy bonus irrelevant and when combat is more to do with filling the air with more shots than individual accuracy. This is very different from ship battles however. Men are not tightly packed together on ships, instead being more spread out and performing their individual tasks, making individual accuracy more important. Likewise, since the ships are moving the smoke moves away quicker, making the accuracy and range bonus more pronounced. There are also less men on ships, and more breaks in the combat for the marines, allowing them to quickly clean their rifles and their ship moves from engagement to engagement. Finally, muskets are made long due to their usage in firing lines, while Rifles are made shorter and thus more effective in the closer confines of ships should there be a boarding action.
Important Characters:
Emperor Thaddeus Wight (41, DECEASED)
Empress Emmeline Wight (32)
Princess Lillian Wight (15)
Prince Thaddeus Wight (16. Heir to the throne)
Royal Spymaster Richard Blank (42)
Royal Bodyguard Severus Gadge (37)
Royal Physician Marie Roseburrow (31)
Prime Minister Arnold Carnifex (61)
Minister for War and Grand Admiral Esmond Thorne (51)
Traits:
King of the Seas: "Islands need strong navies, not strong armies..." -Unknown Sailor -3
Ships of the line: "They call that an attack?"- Admiral Thorne as his ships of the line dwarfs the enemy attack craft -2
Natural great men: "Corustaria boasts many great inventors and geniuses, which some put down to the educational welfare system that's in place"-A brief history of Corustaria -3
Sealegs: "Corustaria's sailors and marines are used to the sea and boats, and they have been known to sail through storms and come out while their opponents sink behind them"-Exert from the book 'The Royal Navy Of Corustaria' -1
Strong industry: "Yes ms, its straight from the isles themselves, lesser Morland to be exact. Very reliable, ms, I only use goods from the isles me self, they are excellent value for money." - Haggling store vendor. -2
New age ship construction: "One things for sure. The bastards know how to build good ships..." -A pirate after watching a small ship take a broadside and outrun him regardless +/- 0
Empowered Company: "The Empire Trading Company plays a large part in keeping the economy afloat. In return, it receives special treatment from the Empire"- A brief history of Corustaria +/-0
Outdated Army: "Admiral Thorne gets new diamonds to encrust his cannons with, meanwhile we get pikes!"- General White lamenting his ill equipped army +2
Small army: "I thought I was commanding an army, not a brigade!"-Punchline from a joke +2
State controlled market: "With a few exceptions, most businesses are either directly or indirectly state owned, with very few true free businesses remaining. Growth is slow but stable as a result" -Government report, +1
Deflated balloons: "I'll be damned, sir, if my men are boarding that death trap. It won't clear Vivia, never mind the isles!" An unimpressed officer, 4th regiment of hoof. +2
Basic points +4
Army:
15,000 Regulars
28,000 Recruits
Navy:
4 Ships of Line
7 Frigates
10 Barques
11 Brigs
4 Galleys
Airships:
1 Transport
1 Frigate
4 Sky Runners
GDP: 64,000,000,000 ($) –Down to 51,000,000,000 ($) due to slight instability and so protests and strikes are occurring.
Stability: Slightly Unstable
Population: 8,500,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 12%
- Farming: 5%
- Mineral Production: 11%
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Nations Name: Grand Fellswick
Flag:
Form of Government: Meritocracy
Describe the System:
Government appointments are made based on demonstrated talents and abilities.
Only a citizen born within Fellswick my attain a position.
The previous position holder selects the new holder out of a pool of candidates whom have already proven they have capabilities. If the previous holder dies then it falls to an anonymous vote by a group of military officials.
Location on Map Desired: A peninsula on the Northwest corner near Lance.
Capital:
Felldrow: Capital of Fellswick. Centrally located. A massive trade hub complete with a Grand Air Dock. Home to the Fellswick Aircorps.
Important Settlements:
Luxbourg: An industrial powerhouse this city's sky is constantly chocked with smog.
Numbourg: A Fortress town bordering [TBD] it is responsible for the defense of Fellswick and is known for its fine young recruits.
Fellbrig: An agricultural village not far from Felldrow. Responsible for feeding hundreds of thousands of people.
Description: Low clouds of smog hang above the industrial cities of Fellswick. Airships full of precious cargo come and go from the massive Air Docks. Trade and air travel are a central part of Fellswick's history.
Fellswick a nation of traders and Airmen was created when A wealth Lancinian, Lucas Vain was banished from their lands. Having challenged the belief in Gods he was exiled. With him came a stream of emigrants whom no longer believed in the gods of old instead adopting a belief that the Devine cannot be understood and should not try to be. With the invention of the Airship came the idea that only through it could Fellswick succeed. And so the small nation took to the Air expanding its trade to all nations. Airmen are viewed as Heros as they carry the previous cargo of Fellswick across the map.
Important Characters:
Lucas Vain - Original High Lord of Fellswick (Deceased)
Markus Finch - High Lord of Fellswick, 40
Hans Schultz - Grand Admiral, 35
Robert Ashfield - Lord General, 34
Traits:
Base +4
Small Army +2
Militias -1
Decentralized Army +/-0
Scared of Water +3
Rotting hulls +2
King of the Air -3
Dreadnoughts -2
New age ship construction +/-0
Trade hub -3
Strong Industry -2
Army:
21,000 Regulars
30,000 Recruits
Navy:
2 Frigates
4 Barques
2 Brigs
6 Galleys
Airships:
3 Dreadnoughts
5 Transports
6 Frigates
8 Sky Runners
GDP:72,000,000,000 ($)
Stability: Slightly Stable
Population: 8,900,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 17%
- Farming: 5%
- Mineral Production: 14%
Flag:
Form of Government: Meritocracy
Describe the System:
Government appointments are made based on demonstrated talents and abilities.
Only a citizen born within Fellswick my attain a position.
The previous position holder selects the new holder out of a pool of candidates whom have already proven they have capabilities. If the previous holder dies then it falls to an anonymous vote by a group of military officials.
Location on Map Desired: A peninsula on the Northwest corner near Lance.
Capital:
Felldrow: Capital of Fellswick. Centrally located. A massive trade hub complete with a Grand Air Dock. Home to the Fellswick Aircorps.
Important Settlements:
Luxbourg: An industrial powerhouse this city's sky is constantly chocked with smog.
Numbourg: A Fortress town bordering [TBD] it is responsible for the defense of Fellswick and is known for its fine young recruits.
Fellbrig: An agricultural village not far from Felldrow. Responsible for feeding hundreds of thousands of people.
Description: Low clouds of smog hang above the industrial cities of Fellswick. Airships full of precious cargo come and go from the massive Air Docks. Trade and air travel are a central part of Fellswick's history.
Fellswick a nation of traders and Airmen was created when A wealth Lancinian, Lucas Vain was banished from their lands. Having challenged the belief in Gods he was exiled. With him came a stream of emigrants whom no longer believed in the gods of old instead adopting a belief that the Devine cannot be understood and should not try to be. With the invention of the Airship came the idea that only through it could Fellswick succeed. And so the small nation took to the Air expanding its trade to all nations. Airmen are viewed as Heros as they carry the previous cargo of Fellswick across the map.
Important Characters:
Lucas Vain - Original High Lord of Fellswick (Deceased)
Markus Finch - High Lord of Fellswick, 40
Hans Schultz - Grand Admiral, 35
Robert Ashfield - Lord General, 34
Traits:
Base +4
Small Army +2
Militias -1
Decentralized Army +/-0
Scared of Water +3
Rotting hulls +2
King of the Air -3
Dreadnoughts -2
New age ship construction +/-0
Trade hub -3
Strong Industry -2
Army:
21,000 Regulars
30,000 Recruits
Navy:
2 Frigates
4 Barques
2 Brigs
6 Galleys
Airships:
3 Dreadnoughts
5 Transports
6 Frigates
8 Sky Runners
GDP:72,000,000,000 ($)
Stability: Slightly Stable
Population: 8,900,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 17%
- Farming: 5%
- Mineral Production: 14%
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Nations Name: The Principality of Kamalao.
Flag:
Form of Government:
The Prince is a head of state chosen by an assembly of several influential families of Kamalao, who can be invited - and exiled by them if they so wish.
Describe the System:
To become a Prince you may be anyone - A strong general, a powerful merchant, even a talanted bard (Although, least likely), but only as long as the families see worth and potential in you. While the title of the prince is quite prestigious, has much power, and mayhaps a bit of land attached to it, is a rather unstable one. A clever prince needs to please all the families and their much conflicting interests, and yet keep them in line, somehow, and many are unsure on how to do that.
Location on Map Desired: WIP
Capital: (As soon as the map comes out.) Entarro Cansova
Important Settlements:
-Fys Dendoro, Seat of The Dendorines.
-Trylas Peres, Seat of The Peresynnians
-Edmé Anromes, Seat of The Anromytans.
Description:
Seaten betwixt fertile southern plains and beautiful rivers, no one can deny the supreme scenery of Kamalao. Lovely forests, fantastic donjons on dazzling isles and great bazaars is only a few mentioned luxuries and pleasures of a Kamale life. To be precise, a life of somebody above a filthy serf in the servitude to some nobleman bathing in Celestial Dimes, the currency of the Kamalao. With the great contrasting lifestyles of Kamale, with one full of narrow streets and meagre wages, another full of sweet wine riches, and even sweeter women, all pay homage to the gods; Suarme, Mereu, and Astwytan.
Important Characters:
Prince Orest Seryar, the recently crowned son of a merchant, now a young man with much great responsibilities and great risks, and even more greater rewards.
Lord Byral Dendorine, an old man renowned for his preference of acting before properly thinking things out, he is a fervent supporter of the aristocracy and is infamous for his lack of respect for anybody without even a drop of blue blood, a way of lightly telling his absolute misery to peasantry.
Lord Cleuer Peresynnian, with a name that speaks for itself. Oh, he is indeed a smart man, with a wit sharper than a sabre's edge. He has governed over Trylas Peres with much dedication, effectively tripling the incomes and the size of his treasury. He has proven an effective administrator, and yet he has shown to be a very cold, asocial man, bordering mysanthropy, either. Living in the shadows, he seldom arrived at balls, nor feasts, nor hasn't he shown himself much in the public, resorting to only writing brief letters.
Lady Vilynda Anromytan, a headstrong young woman who inherited after her father died alongside his sons of a disease. She has only arrived from an isolated hamlet to take her father's place, and very little of known of her, however it is rumored she has rallied the lords to elect a new Prince, and the reasons for it are of romantic proportions.
Traits:
Professional Army. (4-3=1)
Small Army. (1+2=3)
Ambitious Generals. (3+1=4)
Never been out of the village. (4+1=5)
Sealegs. (5-1=4)
Scared of Air (4+3=7)
Trading Hub (7-3=4)
Strong Industry (4-2=2)
Fertile Fields (2-2=0)
Empowered Companies (+/-)
Serfs. (+/-)
Army:
10,000 Veterans
18,000 Regulars
24,000 Recruits
Navy:
3 Frigates
7 Barques
8 Brigs
11 Galleys
GDP: 81,000,000,000 ($) –Down to 71,000,000,000 ($) due to slight instability and so protests and strikes are occurring.
Stability: Slightly Unstable
Population: 8,100,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 15%
- Farming: 12%
- Mineral Production: 9%
Flag:
Form of Government:
The Prince is a head of state chosen by an assembly of several influential families of Kamalao, who can be invited - and exiled by them if they so wish.
Describe the System:
To become a Prince you may be anyone - A strong general, a powerful merchant, even a talanted bard (Although, least likely), but only as long as the families see worth and potential in you. While the title of the prince is quite prestigious, has much power, and mayhaps a bit of land attached to it, is a rather unstable one. A clever prince needs to please all the families and their much conflicting interests, and yet keep them in line, somehow, and many are unsure on how to do that.
Location on Map Desired: WIP
Capital: (As soon as the map comes out.) Entarro Cansova
Important Settlements:
-Fys Dendoro, Seat of The Dendorines.
-Trylas Peres, Seat of The Peresynnians
-Edmé Anromes, Seat of The Anromytans.
Description:
Seaten betwixt fertile southern plains and beautiful rivers, no one can deny the supreme scenery of Kamalao. Lovely forests, fantastic donjons on dazzling isles and great bazaars is only a few mentioned luxuries and pleasures of a Kamale life. To be precise, a life of somebody above a filthy serf in the servitude to some nobleman bathing in Celestial Dimes, the currency of the Kamalao. With the great contrasting lifestyles of Kamale, with one full of narrow streets and meagre wages, another full of sweet wine riches, and even sweeter women, all pay homage to the gods; Suarme, Mereu, and Astwytan.
Important Characters:
Prince Orest Seryar, the recently crowned son of a merchant, now a young man with much great responsibilities and great risks, and even more greater rewards.
Lord Byral Dendorine, an old man renowned for his preference of acting before properly thinking things out, he is a fervent supporter of the aristocracy and is infamous for his lack of respect for anybody without even a drop of blue blood, a way of lightly telling his absolute misery to peasantry.
Lord Cleuer Peresynnian, with a name that speaks for itself. Oh, he is indeed a smart man, with a wit sharper than a sabre's edge. He has governed over Trylas Peres with much dedication, effectively tripling the incomes and the size of his treasury. He has proven an effective administrator, and yet he has shown to be a very cold, asocial man, bordering mysanthropy, either. Living in the shadows, he seldom arrived at balls, nor feasts, nor hasn't he shown himself much in the public, resorting to only writing brief letters.
Lady Vilynda Anromytan, a headstrong young woman who inherited after her father died alongside his sons of a disease. She has only arrived from an isolated hamlet to take her father's place, and very little of known of her, however it is rumored she has rallied the lords to elect a new Prince, and the reasons for it are of romantic proportions.
Traits:
Professional Army. (4-3=1)
Small Army. (1+2=3)
Ambitious Generals. (3+1=4)
Never been out of the village. (4+1=5)
Sealegs. (5-1=4)
Scared of Air (4+3=7)
Trading Hub (7-3=4)
Strong Industry (4-2=2)
Fertile Fields (2-2=0)
Empowered Companies (+/-)
Serfs. (+/-)
Army:
10,000 Veterans
18,000 Regulars
24,000 Recruits
Navy:
3 Frigates
7 Barques
8 Brigs
11 Galleys
GDP: 81,000,000,000 ($) –Down to 71,000,000,000 ($) due to slight instability and so protests and strikes are occurring.
Stability: Slightly Unstable
Population: 8,100,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 15%
- Farming: 12%
- Mineral Production: 9%
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Nations Name: Holy Kovalkan Empire
Flag: Golden blade wrapped in oak leaves on a white field
Form of Government: Divine Monarchy
Describe the System
The Holy Kovalkan empire is a two headed state: one secular, one spiritual. The royal family of Kovalka is considered holy by the citizens of the Empire as they are the descendents of the sainted founder of their nation, the enigmatic figure known as Koval. Because of this the monarchs and Vicars of the nation are often seen as living saints themselves by many members of the populace. The offices of the church and the government are often one and the same, such as the Knights of Koval who serve as bodyguards both for vicars of the church and members of the government.
At the secular head of the empire is a hereditary King whose rule is tempered only by a limited constitution and parliament. The King is the commander and chief of all branches of the military (except the anemic air corps which is the plaything of the crown prince) though historical precedent has placed the navy as the favored branch of service, every king has historically worn the uniform of a high admiral for the duration of his nation’s wars. The King’s right hand man is the Master Senechal, who aids him in the logistical running of the empire and helps to keep the Parliament in line as the King’s representative.
Providing spiritual leadership of Kovalka is the Grand Vicar of Koval, a position also held by a member of the royal family. Whereas rule of the nation’s body goes to the eldest son of the previous ruler, the rule over its soul goes to his eldest daughter. The Grand Vicar is always female because Saint Koval is female, one of the few facts that remain about the nation’s mysterious founder. While they are supposed to rule together, the Grand Vicar is technically the final authority in all matters as she is the one who determines whether an action by the government matches the feelings of Koval’s teachings.
The current ruler of the Empire is something that has never been seen before in Kovalkan history. Her Divine Majesty, the Queen and Grand Vicar of the Holy Kovalkan Empire, Aleksa IV is an enigma within Kovalkan tradition. As mentioned it is traditionally the eldest son who takes on the crown but the previous King, Rolak I, had only one daughter. Facing internal turmoil as he neared death, he declared that the heir to the throne would be his twenty year old old daughter who was already being groomed for the Vicariate. Undaunted by the potential sacrilege she took the crown and unified both the church and government into a single body: hers. While hardly a tyrant, Aleksa is resolute in her decisions and will go to any lengths to see her nation’s ambitions realized as she sees fit. This has made her despised by parliament who had been making gains in their authority under the lax rule of her father. She in turn despises them back far more openly once going so far as to call the members of parliament a “pack of faithless parasites.” Her policies towards several ethnic minorities within the empire have also earned her a great deal of ire, yet her standing with the average Kovalkan citizen has been outstanding who see her expansion of the military and move towards further colonization as putting the Empire back on the path of greatness.
Just entering her middle age, Aleksa has spent much of her early career consolidating her position in the royal court and putting down several rebellion in the colonies. She now sets her sights and those of the Empire outward into the unexplored parts of the world to find great riches.
Location on Map Desired: Get to this when the map is up, though Ideally I'd like a narrow peninsula with some nearby islands
Capital: Koval(located on a river inland which leads into the ocean if such a thing exists on the map)
Important Settlements:
The Anvil: an island just off the coast of the Kovalkan mainland, the industrial heart of the Empire as well as home to the Saint Agatha Fleetyards, the Empire's largest naval base.
Nicholbury: a city known for being the holiest site for the Church of Koval. It is here that the largest Cathedral in the Empire resides and is the traditional seat of power for the Grand Vicar. Allegedly the Vicar's throne is built directly above the mausoleum of Saint Koval herself.
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Description: Just like how the Royal family can trace its lineage back to Saint Koval herself, many citizens can trace their lineage to those of Koval's early followers. In the early days many flocked to hear the prophet's words from all over the world. Thanks to this the Empire boasts what could be considered a loaner culture. Many elements of the Kovalkan Empire's language is drawn from those of her neighbors and beyond. Over time these disparate cultures slowly melded into one distinctly Kovalkan culture. While on the surface the Empire seems homogeneous there are dozens of regional differences in the Empire from the way people say their r's to the foods they eat and beyond.
The one true unifying element of Kovalka has and always has been the church of Koval. While little of the Church's early history remains known in the industrial era, thanks to the Stewardship of the Church the Saint's words remain as they have for the better part of two millennia. The divine is always spoken of in vague terms, whatever god is worshiped by the church is more like a cosmic force than a singular being. The church's message is a relatively simple one, God has given mankind the power to enact great change in the world, but change must come from within. It is believed that the path to heaven is forged in life by trying to better oneself no matter their station. The fisherman strives to be the best fisherman he can just as the King's and Vicar's are supposed to strive to be the most selfless rulers possible. Should everyone work to do their absolute best in everything then the living world will become a paradise second only to the world to come. This has been abused by Kings and unscrupulous Vicars in the past to mistreat citizens of the Empire in numerous ways. However despite these abuses people's faith remains thanks to the church's simple and uplifting message of self-improvement for the common man.
Cities in the Empire are a mixed bag. Koval City itself is a bustling metropolis full of busy dockworks and smoke belching factories. Nicholbury projects an image of immaculate beauty in its cathedrals and abbeys with nary a factory to be found anywhere within ten miles of the Basilica of Saint Koval. The towns located on the Anvil take the industrial revolution to its natural conclusion being little more than mines, forges, factories, and the bare minimum housing needed for the workers who run the former. The other towns and cities all tend towards a specialization of some sort depending on their geography. Architecturally, older cities are where the true architectural marvels of Kovalka can be found with great sweeping cathedrals in a gothic style being not out of place. These buildings have been in place for centuries and in many cities have seen their lands slowly chocked out by the needs for more housing to supporting a city's growing industry. When viewed from the air these mighty buildings are like a great whale breaching in a sea of brick and cobble.
Transit across the Empire is relatively easy thanks to a large number of rivers which in the industrial era have been supplemented by canals and an extensive railroad network which makes the movement of goods across Kovalka incredibly efficient.
While not particularly warlike, the Empire does place great pride in its military and bears the sword on its flag. The sword is a holy symbol in Kovalkan faith dating back centuries and can be found stamped onto official documents, on soldiers uniforms, adorned on the sides of buildings, and stamped onto the hulls of warships. The navy in particular is a branch favored above all others because of the Empire's large coastlines. The army evolved from the Royal Marine Corps and maintains the later's elitist nature and small size. The air corps of the Empire is in a sorry state, being cut from the same cloth as naval development their designs are fully within modern standards but there is a distrust and general lack of approval for the cavaliers of the sky which has translated into little funding and poor maintainance. The Air corps is the only branch of the military that is not commanded by the King at the top. Instead it is commanded by the crown prince, or in the reign of Aleksa IV, Crown Princess Vin. The Air corps primary purpose is recon and screening for the Royal navy, a job that thanks to their poor state of affairs they have trouble accomplishing.
The military is also one of the few places where a commoner can reach true heights in society. Provided a citizen can afford the fees for officer's school then they can be inducted into the ranks once held only by nobility. Many noblemen chaffed at this idea but remained silent in order to avoid an unfortunate meeting with the Knights Koval. This ability to jump station also means that staff officers in the military are willing to do anything to fluff out their record and make their names known to history.
The Knights Koval are another interesting facet of the Empire. Not quite a military organization, not quite a religious organization, and not quite a judicial organization they wear the hats of all three. Their official duty is the protection of church lands and officials but over the centuries has grown to encompass guardianship of the King and Parliament, administration of the law in colonial lands, and defenders of the treasury from counter fitters and other ne'er do wells . The most common depiction of a member of the Knights is a living anachronism. Standing at attention at the gates of the palace are men clad in the same armor their ancestors wore while on crusades; sword, helmet, chain mail, and all. Though the revolvers at their hip and the breach-loaders in their hands are anything but ancient. This armor is reserved solely for those stationed in ceremonial guard duty, other officers instead wear a variant of standard Marine Corps uniforms bearing the mark of their order on their breast. Knights are given warrants by both the Grand Vicar and King which gives them the ability to deliver justice as they see fit within the empire knowing that their actions are backed by the approval of the highest authorities in the land. To make sure that Knights take this privilege seriously, frivolous use of the warrant or outright disregard for the law are met with public execution of the Knight and excommunication of the Knight and his next of Kin.
Important Characters:
Her Divine Majesty, the Queen and Grand Vicar of the Holy Kovalkan Empire, Aleksa IV
Prince Adriatus Ingram, Royal Consort of Her Divine Majesty and father of Crown Princess Vin
Crown Princess Vin
High Senechal: Baron Elend Highmount
High Admiral Gerrik Ragnar
Grand Master Raymond Balben of the Knights Koval
Traits:
Base +4
Professional army -3
Small army +2
ambitious generals +1
Never been out of the village +1
Kings of the sea -3
Sea legs -1
New age ships +/
ships of the line -2
Deflated balloons +2
Strong Industry -2
State Controlled +1
I'm not racist but... +/
Army:
9,000 Veterans
24,000 Regulars
15,000 Recruits
Navy:
1 Ship of Line
8 Frigates
5 Barques
11 Brigs
4 Galleys
Airships:
1 Transport
2 Frigates
5 Sky Runners
GDP: 66,000,000,000 ($) –Negligible as your people are in full revolt. Factories and ports are raided and even villages have been taken over by rebel elements.
Stability: Very Unstable
Population: 7,000,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 13%
- Farming: 8%
- Mineral Production: 11%
Flag: Golden blade wrapped in oak leaves on a white field
Form of Government: Divine Monarchy
Describe the System
The Holy Kovalkan empire is a two headed state: one secular, one spiritual. The royal family of Kovalka is considered holy by the citizens of the Empire as they are the descendents of the sainted founder of their nation, the enigmatic figure known as Koval. Because of this the monarchs and Vicars of the nation are often seen as living saints themselves by many members of the populace. The offices of the church and the government are often one and the same, such as the Knights of Koval who serve as bodyguards both for vicars of the church and members of the government.
At the secular head of the empire is a hereditary King whose rule is tempered only by a limited constitution and parliament. The King is the commander and chief of all branches of the military (except the anemic air corps which is the plaything of the crown prince) though historical precedent has placed the navy as the favored branch of service, every king has historically worn the uniform of a high admiral for the duration of his nation’s wars. The King’s right hand man is the Master Senechal, who aids him in the logistical running of the empire and helps to keep the Parliament in line as the King’s representative.
Providing spiritual leadership of Kovalka is the Grand Vicar of Koval, a position also held by a member of the royal family. Whereas rule of the nation’s body goes to the eldest son of the previous ruler, the rule over its soul goes to his eldest daughter. The Grand Vicar is always female because Saint Koval is female, one of the few facts that remain about the nation’s mysterious founder. While they are supposed to rule together, the Grand Vicar is technically the final authority in all matters as she is the one who determines whether an action by the government matches the feelings of Koval’s teachings.
The current ruler of the Empire is something that has never been seen before in Kovalkan history. Her Divine Majesty, the Queen and Grand Vicar of the Holy Kovalkan Empire, Aleksa IV is an enigma within Kovalkan tradition. As mentioned it is traditionally the eldest son who takes on the crown but the previous King, Rolak I, had only one daughter. Facing internal turmoil as he neared death, he declared that the heir to the throne would be his twenty year old old daughter who was already being groomed for the Vicariate. Undaunted by the potential sacrilege she took the crown and unified both the church and government into a single body: hers. While hardly a tyrant, Aleksa is resolute in her decisions and will go to any lengths to see her nation’s ambitions realized as she sees fit. This has made her despised by parliament who had been making gains in their authority under the lax rule of her father. She in turn despises them back far more openly once going so far as to call the members of parliament a “pack of faithless parasites.” Her policies towards several ethnic minorities within the empire have also earned her a great deal of ire, yet her standing with the average Kovalkan citizen has been outstanding who see her expansion of the military and move towards further colonization as putting the Empire back on the path of greatness.
Just entering her middle age, Aleksa has spent much of her early career consolidating her position in the royal court and putting down several rebellion in the colonies. She now sets her sights and those of the Empire outward into the unexplored parts of the world to find great riches.
Location on Map Desired: Get to this when the map is up, though Ideally I'd like a narrow peninsula with some nearby islands
Capital: Koval(located on a river inland which leads into the ocean if such a thing exists on the map)
Important Settlements:
The Anvil: an island just off the coast of the Kovalkan mainland, the industrial heart of the Empire as well as home to the Saint Agatha Fleetyards, the Empire's largest naval base.
Nicholbury: a city known for being the holiest site for the Church of Koval. It is here that the largest Cathedral in the Empire resides and is the traditional seat of power for the Grand Vicar. Allegedly the Vicar's throne is built directly above the mausoleum of Saint Koval herself.
Easton
Ingram
Highmount
Description: Just like how the Royal family can trace its lineage back to Saint Koval herself, many citizens can trace their lineage to those of Koval's early followers. In the early days many flocked to hear the prophet's words from all over the world. Thanks to this the Empire boasts what could be considered a loaner culture. Many elements of the Kovalkan Empire's language is drawn from those of her neighbors and beyond. Over time these disparate cultures slowly melded into one distinctly Kovalkan culture. While on the surface the Empire seems homogeneous there are dozens of regional differences in the Empire from the way people say their r's to the foods they eat and beyond.
The one true unifying element of Kovalka has and always has been the church of Koval. While little of the Church's early history remains known in the industrial era, thanks to the Stewardship of the Church the Saint's words remain as they have for the better part of two millennia. The divine is always spoken of in vague terms, whatever god is worshiped by the church is more like a cosmic force than a singular being. The church's message is a relatively simple one, God has given mankind the power to enact great change in the world, but change must come from within. It is believed that the path to heaven is forged in life by trying to better oneself no matter their station. The fisherman strives to be the best fisherman he can just as the King's and Vicar's are supposed to strive to be the most selfless rulers possible. Should everyone work to do their absolute best in everything then the living world will become a paradise second only to the world to come. This has been abused by Kings and unscrupulous Vicars in the past to mistreat citizens of the Empire in numerous ways. However despite these abuses people's faith remains thanks to the church's simple and uplifting message of self-improvement for the common man.
Cities in the Empire are a mixed bag. Koval City itself is a bustling metropolis full of busy dockworks and smoke belching factories. Nicholbury projects an image of immaculate beauty in its cathedrals and abbeys with nary a factory to be found anywhere within ten miles of the Basilica of Saint Koval. The towns located on the Anvil take the industrial revolution to its natural conclusion being little more than mines, forges, factories, and the bare minimum housing needed for the workers who run the former. The other towns and cities all tend towards a specialization of some sort depending on their geography. Architecturally, older cities are where the true architectural marvels of Kovalka can be found with great sweeping cathedrals in a gothic style being not out of place. These buildings have been in place for centuries and in many cities have seen their lands slowly chocked out by the needs for more housing to supporting a city's growing industry. When viewed from the air these mighty buildings are like a great whale breaching in a sea of brick and cobble.
Transit across the Empire is relatively easy thanks to a large number of rivers which in the industrial era have been supplemented by canals and an extensive railroad network which makes the movement of goods across Kovalka incredibly efficient.
While not particularly warlike, the Empire does place great pride in its military and bears the sword on its flag. The sword is a holy symbol in Kovalkan faith dating back centuries and can be found stamped onto official documents, on soldiers uniforms, adorned on the sides of buildings, and stamped onto the hulls of warships. The navy in particular is a branch favored above all others because of the Empire's large coastlines. The army evolved from the Royal Marine Corps and maintains the later's elitist nature and small size. The air corps of the Empire is in a sorry state, being cut from the same cloth as naval development their designs are fully within modern standards but there is a distrust and general lack of approval for the cavaliers of the sky which has translated into little funding and poor maintainance. The Air corps is the only branch of the military that is not commanded by the King at the top. Instead it is commanded by the crown prince, or in the reign of Aleksa IV, Crown Princess Vin. The Air corps primary purpose is recon and screening for the Royal navy, a job that thanks to their poor state of affairs they have trouble accomplishing.
The military is also one of the few places where a commoner can reach true heights in society. Provided a citizen can afford the fees for officer's school then they can be inducted into the ranks once held only by nobility. Many noblemen chaffed at this idea but remained silent in order to avoid an unfortunate meeting with the Knights Koval. This ability to jump station also means that staff officers in the military are willing to do anything to fluff out their record and make their names known to history.
The Knights Koval are another interesting facet of the Empire. Not quite a military organization, not quite a religious organization, and not quite a judicial organization they wear the hats of all three. Their official duty is the protection of church lands and officials but over the centuries has grown to encompass guardianship of the King and Parliament, administration of the law in colonial lands, and defenders of the treasury from counter fitters and other ne'er do wells . The most common depiction of a member of the Knights is a living anachronism. Standing at attention at the gates of the palace are men clad in the same armor their ancestors wore while on crusades; sword, helmet, chain mail, and all. Though the revolvers at their hip and the breach-loaders in their hands are anything but ancient. This armor is reserved solely for those stationed in ceremonial guard duty, other officers instead wear a variant of standard Marine Corps uniforms bearing the mark of their order on their breast. Knights are given warrants by both the Grand Vicar and King which gives them the ability to deliver justice as they see fit within the empire knowing that their actions are backed by the approval of the highest authorities in the land. To make sure that Knights take this privilege seriously, frivolous use of the warrant or outright disregard for the law are met with public execution of the Knight and excommunication of the Knight and his next of Kin.
Important Characters:
Her Divine Majesty, the Queen and Grand Vicar of the Holy Kovalkan Empire, Aleksa IV
Prince Adriatus Ingram, Royal Consort of Her Divine Majesty and father of Crown Princess Vin
Crown Princess Vin
High Senechal: Baron Elend Highmount
High Admiral Gerrik Ragnar
Grand Master Raymond Balben of the Knights Koval
Traits:
Base +4
Professional army -3
Small army +2
ambitious generals +1
Never been out of the village +1
Kings of the sea -3
Sea legs -1
New age ships +/
ships of the line -2
Deflated balloons +2
Strong Industry -2
State Controlled +1
I'm not racist but... +/
Army:
9,000 Veterans
24,000 Regulars
15,000 Recruits
Navy:
1 Ship of Line
8 Frigates
5 Barques
11 Brigs
4 Galleys
Airships:
1 Transport
2 Frigates
5 Sky Runners
GDP: 66,000,000,000 ($) –Negligible as your people are in full revolt. Factories and ports are raided and even villages have been taken over by rebel elements.
Stability: Very Unstable
Population: 7,000,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 13%
- Farming: 8%
- Mineral Production: 11%
OP
gowia Buried in a Book
Member
Seen
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Nation's Name: Beleky Kurzan (More often just called Kurzania, or the Kurzan Empire)
Flag:
Form of Government: Imperial Federation
Describe the System: Kurzania operates through an Imperial Federation, which essentially means that many of their culturally distinct holdings are under their control with some small autonomy. In addition to the Imperial Authority and the Parliament, a third governing body exists; one that dictates the laws and doings of every semi-autonomous state. Both the Parliament and the Colonial Authority report to the Emperor, or Belek, who has the final say in any decisions he wishes to. In short, everyone ends up reporting to the emperor, or reporting to someone who does.
Location on Map Desired: Anywhere large, cold, and untamed. Ideally, spans two continents, with the western edge near the other players and the central and eastern parts spanning far off.
Capital: Kurzan, 1500km from the western border, on a tributary leading to an Antarctic sea in the far south. Kurzan is central head of many of the top bureaus and administrative centers in the Empire, but Peranog operates as sort of a backup capitol--in fact, it was the capitol for some time before it was moved back to Kurzan!
Important Settlements: Countless, most on the northern and western ends of the country. Vast pine forests and rolling, hilly plains are practically unsettled, but claimed as territory of Kurzania and have some new cities.
-Peranog - northwest of the capitol city. Larger and with its own centers of government, including an spare Imperial palace and the ever-growing Bureau of Chemical Science.
-Dzhevsk - A relatively new city in the dense, wild, and untamed center of the nation, Dzhevsk is one of two main homes to truly vast manufacturing complexes that outshine most other nations due to imperial decrees mandating and supporting their creation. Dzhevsk is home to hundreds of blocks of above-ground worker housing, while much of the factories are set partway underground for better insulation against the cold. Typically, the factories look like one- or two-story buildings with massive belching smokestacks.
-Ologovzhelsk - A second massive manufacturing center, much nearer to the capitol. This was the start of the transnational Kurzan railway, and the center of their arms manufacturing. What Dzhevsk is to civilian industry, Ologovzhelsk is to military industry and R&D.
Description
Generally the culture is somewhat homogeneous, at least in the vast western heartland of the country. Militarized life is still fairly common in the east after the rapid expansion that occurred two to three centuries ago. Formerly a nation on the border of unexplored territory, sudden rapid advancement in technology mixed with half a century of frigid winters allowed them to be relatively safe from northern incursion, thus allowing them to spread their armies across the lands of more primitive peoples to the east.
Shortly before this expansionistic period, Kurzania had expanded from a series of treaties and favorable conflicts between other nations, using both to its great advantage in encompassing its former rivals, shading them under the cloak of growing Kurzan might. Now with positively vast stretches of fertile grasslands, mineral-rich mountain chains, and some of the largest, thickest forests in the known world, Beleky Kurzan has incorporated many of the less advanced peoples into its political sphere and direct governance. It's been two hundred years since then, and though industrialization started slow, factories have begun springing up overnight in vast industrial parks all over the countryside, and a large transnational railroad system is nearing completion. Their army has become state of the art both technologically and administratively and may be the largest on the continent, though this is mostly at the cost of advancements in air and sea travel. They have cutting-edge technology including standard-issue breach-loading rifles, massive long- and short-ranged artillery pieces using indirect fire tactics, and emplacements using devices such as the newly-created autocannons. Although their navy is severely lacking, Kurzans are very adept at river travel, as their nation is criss-crossed by countless number of them, and the winters and subsequent extreme muddiness make land travel problematic for about half the year. Kurzania was slow to awaken, but is now a lumbering giant of a nation shaking off the frost of its bygone ages.
The culture can be as cold as its southernmost fringes, with people who are generally suspicious of outsiders. Ancient folklore is still strong, as are the Old Ways and the Old Gods. Even inside the relatively cosmopolitan cities, people tend to be superstitious and somewhat primitive in terms of philosophy and religion. Vibrant colors are splashed on every building, as are murals despite the fact that many are hidden in the snow come the winters. Many buildings are somewhat spread out from one another, expressing in part a desire for space as well as the ability to have it in this largest of countries. Many buildings are set somewhat underground. Parks are constantly desired, and omnipresent, even in the cities where chemical runoff and belching smokestacks reduce much surrounding nature and darken the skies.
People tend to have an attachment to the idea of traveling and moving, and the glory of the eastward expansion with all its riches and opportunities is still fresh the collective Kurzan mind due to stories and still-rising aristocratic stars. Also, beards are extremely common among men, and the people of this ethnic group tend to grow them quickly and thickly. Bonfires are a standard way of celebration, alongside communal song-singing. There's generally a great bond between the Kurgan and the ethnic brethren they encompassed over two centuries ago, but this means that people of other ethnicities are somewhat looked down upon even though they are allowed to retain some aspects of their culture.
Important Characters:
-Emperor of the Kurzan Federated Empire, King of Kurzania, Prince of Tilsyt and Peranog, Grand Duke of Maloyaroslopetin and Nepomuk, Rurik Anatolyevich Kharitonov, Second of his Name
-Prince Arany Kytzil, Joint Grand Field Marshal of His Imperial Majesty's Armed Forces, and Chief of the Main Staff of the Imperial Kurzan Army
-Prince Pyetr Bizuhov, Field Marshal of His Imperial Majesty's Army
-Count Aleksandr Dolokhov, head of the Bureau of Military Science
-Count Ivan Kuragin, head of the Bureau of Chemical Science
-Duke Anatol Drubatsk, Imperial Spymaster
-Yermak, official Crown diplomat
Traits:
Large Army -2
Professional Army -3
Conscription -1
Militias -1
Landlubbers +1
Scared of Water +3
Rotting Hulls +2
Scared of Air +3
Deflated Balloons +2
Strong Industry -2
Fertile Fields -2
Empire -4
Serfs +/-0
"I’m not a racist but…" +/-0
=0 spare points
Army:
29,000 Veterans
45,000 Regulars
52,000 Recruits
45,000 Conscripts
Navy:
4 Barques
2 Brigs
5 Galleys
Airships:
3 Sky Runners
GDP: 82,000,000,000 –Negligible as your people are in full revolt. Factories and ports are raided and even villages have been taken over by rebel elements.
Stability: Very Unstable
Population: 14,000,000
Percentage of Population in
- Industry: 14%
- Farming: 10%
- Mineral Production: 10%
Flag:
Form of Government: Imperial Federation
Describe the System: Kurzania operates through an Imperial Federation, which essentially means that many of their culturally distinct holdings are under their control with some small autonomy. In addition to the Imperial Authority and the Parliament, a third governing body exists; one that dictates the laws and doings of every semi-autonomous state. Both the Parliament and the Colonial Authority report to the Emperor, or Belek, who has the final say in any decisions he wishes to. In short, everyone ends up reporting to the emperor, or reporting to someone who does.
Location on Map Desired: Anywhere large, cold, and untamed. Ideally, spans two continents, with the western edge near the other players and the central and eastern parts spanning far off.
Capital: Kurzan, 1500km from the western border, on a tributary leading to an Antarctic sea in the far south. Kurzan is central head of many of the top bureaus and administrative centers in the Empire, but Peranog operates as sort of a backup capitol--in fact, it was the capitol for some time before it was moved back to Kurzan!
Important Settlements: Countless, most on the northern and western ends of the country. Vast pine forests and rolling, hilly plains are practically unsettled, but claimed as territory of Kurzania and have some new cities.
-Peranog - northwest of the capitol city. Larger and with its own centers of government, including an spare Imperial palace and the ever-growing Bureau of Chemical Science.
-Dzhevsk - A relatively new city in the dense, wild, and untamed center of the nation, Dzhevsk is one of two main homes to truly vast manufacturing complexes that outshine most other nations due to imperial decrees mandating and supporting their creation. Dzhevsk is home to hundreds of blocks of above-ground worker housing, while much of the factories are set partway underground for better insulation against the cold. Typically, the factories look like one- or two-story buildings with massive belching smokestacks.
-Ologovzhelsk - A second massive manufacturing center, much nearer to the capitol. This was the start of the transnational Kurzan railway, and the center of their arms manufacturing. What Dzhevsk is to civilian industry, Ologovzhelsk is to military industry and R&D.
Description
Generally the culture is somewhat homogeneous, at least in the vast western heartland of the country. Militarized life is still fairly common in the east after the rapid expansion that occurred two to three centuries ago. Formerly a nation on the border of unexplored territory, sudden rapid advancement in technology mixed with half a century of frigid winters allowed them to be relatively safe from northern incursion, thus allowing them to spread their armies across the lands of more primitive peoples to the east.
Shortly before this expansionistic period, Kurzania had expanded from a series of treaties and favorable conflicts between other nations, using both to its great advantage in encompassing its former rivals, shading them under the cloak of growing Kurzan might. Now with positively vast stretches of fertile grasslands, mineral-rich mountain chains, and some of the largest, thickest forests in the known world, Beleky Kurzan has incorporated many of the less advanced peoples into its political sphere and direct governance. It's been two hundred years since then, and though industrialization started slow, factories have begun springing up overnight in vast industrial parks all over the countryside, and a large transnational railroad system is nearing completion. Their army has become state of the art both technologically and administratively and may be the largest on the continent, though this is mostly at the cost of advancements in air and sea travel. They have cutting-edge technology including standard-issue breach-loading rifles, massive long- and short-ranged artillery pieces using indirect fire tactics, and emplacements using devices such as the newly-created autocannons. Although their navy is severely lacking, Kurzans are very adept at river travel, as their nation is criss-crossed by countless number of them, and the winters and subsequent extreme muddiness make land travel problematic for about half the year. Kurzania was slow to awaken, but is now a lumbering giant of a nation shaking off the frost of its bygone ages.
The culture can be as cold as its southernmost fringes, with people who are generally suspicious of outsiders. Ancient folklore is still strong, as are the Old Ways and the Old Gods. Even inside the relatively cosmopolitan cities, people tend to be superstitious and somewhat primitive in terms of philosophy and religion. Vibrant colors are splashed on every building, as are murals despite the fact that many are hidden in the snow come the winters. Many buildings are somewhat spread out from one another, expressing in part a desire for space as well as the ability to have it in this largest of countries. Many buildings are set somewhat underground. Parks are constantly desired, and omnipresent, even in the cities where chemical runoff and belching smokestacks reduce much surrounding nature and darken the skies.
People tend to have an attachment to the idea of traveling and moving, and the glory of the eastward expansion with all its riches and opportunities is still fresh the collective Kurzan mind due to stories and still-rising aristocratic stars. Also, beards are extremely common among men, and the people of this ethnic group tend to grow them quickly and thickly. Bonfires are a standard way of celebration, alongside communal song-singing. There's generally a great bond between the Kurgan and the ethnic brethren they encompassed over two centuries ago, but this means that people of other ethnicities are somewhat looked down upon even though they are allowed to retain some aspects of their culture.
Important Characters:
-Emperor of the Kurzan Federated Empire, King of Kurzania, Prince of Tilsyt and Peranog, Grand Duke of Maloyaroslopetin and Nepomuk, Rurik Anatolyevich Kharitonov, Second of his Name
-Prince Arany Kytzil, Joint Grand Field Marshal of His Imperial Majesty's Armed Forces, and Chief of the Main Staff of the Imperial Kurzan Army
-Prince Pyetr Bizuhov, Field Marshal of His Imperial Majesty's Army
-Count Aleksandr Dolokhov, head of the Bureau of Military Science
-Count Ivan Kuragin, head of the Bureau of Chemical Science
-Duke Anatol Drubatsk, Imperial Spymaster
-Yermak, official Crown diplomat
Traits:
Large Army -2
Professional Army -3
Conscription -1
Militias -1
Landlubbers +1
Scared of Water +3
Rotting Hulls +2
Scared of Air +3
Deflated Balloons +2
Strong Industry -2
Fertile Fields -2
Empire -4
Serfs +/-0
"I’m not a racist but…" +/-0
=0 spare points
Army:
29,000 Veterans
45,000 Regulars
52,000 Recruits
45,000 Conscripts
Navy:
4 Barques
2 Brigs
5 Galleys
Airships:
3 Sky Runners
GDP: 82,000,000,000 –Negligible as your people are in full revolt. Factories and ports are raided and even villages have been taken over by rebel elements.
Stability: Very Unstable
Population: 14,000,000
Percentage of Population in
- Industry: 14%
- Farming: 10%
- Mineral Production: 10%
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gowia Buried in a Book
Member
Seen
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Name: Alackian Kingdom
Flag:
Form of Government: Kingdom/Aristocracy
Describe the System: The King and Queen rule over the Mountaintop Kingdom as absolute authority; their coronation can only be completed once the people have agreed to have the prince or princess as their desired King or Queen; a foreigner cannot become a figure of authority, so if they married a prince or princess of the Kingdom, they would remain so, while the prince or princess would become King or Queen. Their rank would become "Royal Consort," and would have to rely on their married counterpart for their power. The rich, the wealthy, are all Barons or Baronesses of the different Fiefs, being five of them across the Mountaintop Kingdom.
Location on Map Desired: WIP (Somewhere northern, in mountains, 'above' everybody else.
Capital: Alacoth, the Mountaintop City
Important Settlements:
Alacoth [Central Fief] [Storage, Crafting, Mercantile],
Valacoth [Western Fiefdom] [Mining] ,
Salacoth [Eastern Fiefdom] [Mining],
Halacoth [Northern Fiefdom] [Manufacturing],
Kalacoth [Southern Fiefdom] [Mercantile,]
Black City [Between the Border and Kalacoth]
[Essentially a city of bandits, cutthroats, and other criminals that essentially are left alone who can only enter or leave the city by having a 'permit' that gains them freedom from the law, as long as the only places they prey on are the smugglers and other people who don't use the main roads, or the airspace around them]
Description: Each of the five major cities of the Mountaintops are oriented a certain direction for the benefit of the nation, for the most part. There are festivals every Solstice, and at the beginning of the year, and at the end of the year, as well as the anniversary of the current King or Queen's coronation, which is typically in the middle of the summer. The traditional foods are more hearty and filling; chicken and steak are primary, as well as potatoes [every since they found out about them, they loved them] and carrots. They start the day off with a sort of oatmeal, usually flavored something fruity, then a hearty, filling meal of meats and potatoes and the like, and then a mix of everything for dinner. Miners have oatmeal in the morning, and a mix of everything 3 times a day after breakfast. Each city has a roundabout way with it, where the main road circles all the way around, just two blocks away from the city's walls, and then two main roads branch off at the Eastern-most and Western-most areas of the city, all the way up the mountain or large hill that the city is based around, through the Inner Wall, and then up to the Keep. Every festival starts with a barrel race: Participants jump in a specially-designed barrel, and steer themselves down the curving road all the way to the bottom. Despite no reward or even an actual reason [it just kinda started a couple centuries earlier], there are always at least two hundred participants. The barrels are courtesy of the government, built to withstand a hard impact, so that if one man were to lose control and smash into a building, he might be bruised and battered, but not broken and hurt. Various villages and towns outside the Cities have their own traditions, besides the mining towns. Other than that, the five Cities all loved their King and Queen, all of them, except for a few exceptions. The King and Queen rule, but they are surrounded by personal advisers who number so much that none of them can really gain any power- such is the point of the many advisers. However, it makes deciding even on the most menial of objectives lengthy.
However, the Black City is a different story. All the cutthroats and criminals in the city were required to have a semi-expensive 'pass', renewed every year, and then they can pillage and burn anyone who doesn't come through any of the official highways of the Mountaintop Kingdom. The city itself was more like a large town built in the shadow of a mountain, with their airdocks and the like higher up where ships can easily reach them, and not have to land, but still relatively out of reach of any land force.
Important Characters: [I'ma just use Skyrim & Firefly names]
The Mountaintop King, Balimund
The Mountaintop Queen, River
SkyFleet Commandant Reynolds
Black City Manager "Elismier"
Traits:
Starter Traits: +4
Professional Army: -3
Small Army: +2
Scared of Water: +3
Airlegs: -1
New Age Ship Construction: +/-0 (Affects both Naval and Air vessels)
Dreadnoughts: -2
Strong Industry: -2
State Controlled: +1
Army:
12,000 Veterans
10,000 Regulars
20,000 Recruits
Navy:
3 Frigates
6 Barques
6 Brigs
8 Galleys
Airships:
1 Dreadnought
4 Transports
4 Frigates
5 Sky Runners
GDP: 68,000,000,000 ($)
Stability: Slightly Stable
Population: 9,500,000
Percentage of Population in: (This will be rolled by me as well.)
- Industry: 12%
- Farming: 6%
- Mineral Production: 9%
Flag:
Form of Government: Kingdom/Aristocracy
Describe the System: The King and Queen rule over the Mountaintop Kingdom as absolute authority; their coronation can only be completed once the people have agreed to have the prince or princess as their desired King or Queen; a foreigner cannot become a figure of authority, so if they married a prince or princess of the Kingdom, they would remain so, while the prince or princess would become King or Queen. Their rank would become "Royal Consort," and would have to rely on their married counterpart for their power. The rich, the wealthy, are all Barons or Baronesses of the different Fiefs, being five of them across the Mountaintop Kingdom.
Location on Map Desired: WIP (Somewhere northern, in mountains, 'above' everybody else.
Capital: Alacoth, the Mountaintop City
Important Settlements:
Alacoth [Central Fief] [Storage, Crafting, Mercantile],
Valacoth [Western Fiefdom] [Mining] ,
Salacoth [Eastern Fiefdom] [Mining],
Halacoth [Northern Fiefdom] [Manufacturing],
Kalacoth [Southern Fiefdom] [Mercantile,]
Black City [Between the Border and Kalacoth]
[Essentially a city of bandits, cutthroats, and other criminals that essentially are left alone who can only enter or leave the city by having a 'permit' that gains them freedom from the law, as long as the only places they prey on are the smugglers and other people who don't use the main roads, or the airspace around them]
Description: Each of the five major cities of the Mountaintops are oriented a certain direction for the benefit of the nation, for the most part. There are festivals every Solstice, and at the beginning of the year, and at the end of the year, as well as the anniversary of the current King or Queen's coronation, which is typically in the middle of the summer. The traditional foods are more hearty and filling; chicken and steak are primary, as well as potatoes [every since they found out about them, they loved them] and carrots. They start the day off with a sort of oatmeal, usually flavored something fruity, then a hearty, filling meal of meats and potatoes and the like, and then a mix of everything for dinner. Miners have oatmeal in the morning, and a mix of everything 3 times a day after breakfast. Each city has a roundabout way with it, where the main road circles all the way around, just two blocks away from the city's walls, and then two main roads branch off at the Eastern-most and Western-most areas of the city, all the way up the mountain or large hill that the city is based around, through the Inner Wall, and then up to the Keep. Every festival starts with a barrel race: Participants jump in a specially-designed barrel, and steer themselves down the curving road all the way to the bottom. Despite no reward or even an actual reason [it just kinda started a couple centuries earlier], there are always at least two hundred participants. The barrels are courtesy of the government, built to withstand a hard impact, so that if one man were to lose control and smash into a building, he might be bruised and battered, but not broken and hurt. Various villages and towns outside the Cities have their own traditions, besides the mining towns. Other than that, the five Cities all loved their King and Queen, all of them, except for a few exceptions. The King and Queen rule, but they are surrounded by personal advisers who number so much that none of them can really gain any power- such is the point of the many advisers. However, it makes deciding even on the most menial of objectives lengthy.
However, the Black City is a different story. All the cutthroats and criminals in the city were required to have a semi-expensive 'pass', renewed every year, and then they can pillage and burn anyone who doesn't come through any of the official highways of the Mountaintop Kingdom. The city itself was more like a large town built in the shadow of a mountain, with their airdocks and the like higher up where ships can easily reach them, and not have to land, but still relatively out of reach of any land force.
Important Characters: [I'ma just use Skyrim & Firefly names]
The Mountaintop King, Balimund
The Mountaintop Queen, River
SkyFleet Commandant Reynolds
Black City Manager "Elismier"
Traits:
Starter Traits: +4
Professional Army: -3
Small Army: +2
Scared of Water: +3
Airlegs: -1
New Age Ship Construction: +/-0 (Affects both Naval and Air vessels)
Dreadnoughts: -2
Strong Industry: -2
State Controlled: +1
Army:
12,000 Veterans
10,000 Regulars
20,000 Recruits
Navy:
3 Frigates
6 Barques
6 Brigs
8 Galleys
Airships:
1 Dreadnought
4 Transports
4 Frigates
5 Sky Runners
GDP: 68,000,000,000 ($)
Stability: Slightly Stable
Population: 9,500,000
Percentage of Population in: (This will be rolled by me as well.)
- Industry: 12%
- Farming: 6%
- Mineral Production: 9%
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Nations Name: The Imperium of Valm
Flag:
Form of Government: Monarchy
Describe the System:
Location on Map Desired: A sizable chunk along the coastal southeast of Edorinas
Capital: Valorin (Center of the Imperium); A massive sprawling metropolis. The city of Valorin has been around and used as the Imperium's heart since its inception in the ancient age. At its center lay the imperial palace, home to the royal family and the exact center of the city. From the palace the city extends outwards in a near perfect circle, with walls separating each 'segment' of the city from the rest. It is a beautiful city with the best architecture in all the empire, the crown jewel of Valm.
Important Settlements:
Eronus
Licium
Vindius
Senius
Niceus
Sigia
Ebusus
Tobrium
Caesius
Description:
Important Characters:
Emperor Marcus V (45)
Empress Venia (40)
Crown Princess Decena (22)
Prince Gaius (20)
Princess Adrastia (18)
Princess Abelia (17)
Grand General Bernardus (41)
Grand Admiral Chrysanta (39)
Traits:
Scared of Air: Your nation has never been one for their air legs. Many air loses and ship disasters have left your people unsupporting of any venture in which they need to fly into the sky +3
Deflated Balloons: Your nation views airship maintenance as an unneeded cost and so many of your airships have weak metal and the balloons are torn and with holes in them. They will not perform well in the air. +2
New Age Ship Construction: New ways of shaping the wood and newly discovered types of wood has led to advances in how ships perform. However these come at a cost, making ships more expensive than usual. +/-0 (This affects both naval and air vessels.)
Large Army: Your nation maintains an army of many men that can dwarf many of the smaller nations. -2
Professional Army: Your nation’s army is well trained and equipped with good weapons, performing better in battle. -3
Empire: Your lands are made up of conquered peoples and are vast. -4
Army:
30,000 Veterans
60,000 Regulars
65,000 Recruits
Navy:
4 Frigates
5 Barques
8 Brigs
10 Galleys
Airships:
2 Transports
4 Frigates
1 Sky Runner
GDP: 65,000,000,000 ($)
Stability: Very Stable
Population: 14,000,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 9%
- Farming:4%
- Mineral Production:12%
Flag:
Form of Government: Monarchy
Describe the System:
Location on Map Desired: A sizable chunk along the coastal southeast of Edorinas
Capital: Valorin (Center of the Imperium); A massive sprawling metropolis. The city of Valorin has been around and used as the Imperium's heart since its inception in the ancient age. At its center lay the imperial palace, home to the royal family and the exact center of the city. From the palace the city extends outwards in a near perfect circle, with walls separating each 'segment' of the city from the rest. It is a beautiful city with the best architecture in all the empire, the crown jewel of Valm.
Important Settlements:
Eronus
Licium
Vindius
Senius
Niceus
Sigia
Ebusus
Tobrium
Caesius
Description:
Important Characters:
Emperor Marcus V (45)
Empress Venia (40)
Crown Princess Decena (22)
Prince Gaius (20)
Princess Adrastia (18)
Princess Abelia (17)
Grand General Bernardus (41)
Grand Admiral Chrysanta (39)
Traits:
Scared of Air: Your nation has never been one for their air legs. Many air loses and ship disasters have left your people unsupporting of any venture in which they need to fly into the sky +3
Deflated Balloons: Your nation views airship maintenance as an unneeded cost and so many of your airships have weak metal and the balloons are torn and with holes in them. They will not perform well in the air. +2
New Age Ship Construction: New ways of shaping the wood and newly discovered types of wood has led to advances in how ships perform. However these come at a cost, making ships more expensive than usual. +/-0 (This affects both naval and air vessels.)
Large Army: Your nation maintains an army of many men that can dwarf many of the smaller nations. -2
Professional Army: Your nation’s army is well trained and equipped with good weapons, performing better in battle. -3
Empire: Your lands are made up of conquered peoples and are vast. -4
Army:
30,000 Veterans
60,000 Regulars
65,000 Recruits
Navy:
4 Frigates
5 Barques
8 Brigs
10 Galleys
Airships:
2 Transports
4 Frigates
1 Sky Runner
GDP: 65,000,000,000 ($)
Stability: Very Stable
Population: 14,000,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 9%
- Farming:4%
- Mineral Production:12%
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Nations Name: The Nation of the New Dawn
Flag:
Form of Government: Technocracy with some theocratic elements.
Describe the System: Led by a technical elite where the decision makers are selected only from those most knowledgeable in their respective fields. This council of sorts is represented by a figurehead who is designated through bi-yearly rotation. Presently they are led by the scientist-aristocrat Louis Hargrave.
Location on Map Desired: Somewhere with a mountain range for reasons that will shortly be obvious
Capital: Mt. Korvos.
Important Settlements:
- Mt. Korvos is the most developed of the New Dawn's settlements, functioning much like a Victorian era arcology built into the mountain itself. It is the seat of both the nation's government and the Cult of the New Dawn, its ideological counterpart.
- Mt. Vengerov is the second most developed after Mt. Korvos. With Mt. Korvos already handling all of the needs of their society at peace, Mt. Vengerov was designated as the main site for the nation's needs for war. It is home to their largest skyport and the bowls of the mountain are packed from end to end with weapons labs and factories of all kinds, as well as the largest training facilities and barracks the nation has in its possession.
Description: The nation has its origins in the New Dawn, a utopian movement that first appeared to the public sometime around a century ago. Heralding the creation of a society that would breed a superior strand of mankind through measures such as eugenics, it spread its way through fringe elements of the scientific community and other intellectual circles, with whom its goal of disposing of the old order and replacing it with a fresh and, in their eyes, more capable elite, resonated. Somewhere along the line, the movement accumulated cult-like elements, particularly the worship of an obscure god, recently rediscovered. This god, embodying struggle, the destruction of the weak and the ascendancy of the strong, fit with the New Dawn's world view like hand in glove. With their creed starting to gain too much traction, it was shunned where ever it had manifested by an increasingly fearful populace. It would have very likely ended here, had it not attracted the attentions and support of some rather wealthy benefactors, who arranged for the establishment of a new, secluded nation where the adherents of this strange new belief system could freely, and without the interruption of those they perceived as lesser, cultivate the new wave of humans they had aspired to foster. After rallying the devotees of their creed from across the land, they began their retreat from the world and into obscurity.
This model society of theirs where they could conduct their religious devotion to self-improvement was established in a remote mountain range. After decades of prevailing against harsh conditions, they soon etched out a nation quite unlike any other, built on and within the mountains, criss-crossed with railway lines, the peaks crowned with ports for their air fleet. There their isolated and compact society thrives, free from any constraints as they cast aside the weak and undesirable, maintaining only those fit for their world.
While they are very far away from their end goal of superhuman perfection, if such a lofty goal is even possible, they have succeeded in cultivating a nation abundant with talents of assorted kinds, particularly in scientific fields. Their military also follows this trend, consisting of only a small force of soldiers that nevertheless display high degrees of professionalism. The bulk of their power is found in their sky navy, where the nation's scientific minds are fully employed for exploiting and testing the boundaries of this new variety of warfare.
Societally self-improvement, skill and knowledge is valued above all other things. Strength of mind and body are at all times strived towards. Entertainment and cultural life is sparse, with joy through mastering whatever vocation interests the particular citizen being ingrained instead.
Important Characters:
Chief Minister Louis Hargrave
Minister for War Alexander Karskin
Minister for Science Howard Price
High Admiral of the Sky Fleet Reinhard Meer
Army:
10,000 Veterans
25,000 Regulars
10,000 Recruits
Navy:
1 Frigate
4 Barques
5 Brigs
3 Galleys
Airships:
3 Dreadnoughts
4 Transports
5 Frigates
5 Sky Runners
GDP: 71,000,000,000 ($)
Stability: Very Unstable -Negligible as your people are in full revolt. Factories and ports are raided and even villages have been taken over by rebel elements.
Population: 6,500,000
Percentage of Population in:
Industry: 13%
Farming: 4%
Mineral Production: 15%
Traits list
Never been out of the Village + 1
Small Army + 3
Professional Army: -3
King of the Air: - 3
Airlegs: -1
Dreadnoughts: -2
Strong Industry: -2
State Controlled: +1
Off the Beaten Track +3
I'm not racist, but... : 1 of 2 +/-
New Age Ship Construction: 2 of 2 +/-
Natural great men -3
Scared of the water: + 3
Flag:
Form of Government: Technocracy with some theocratic elements.
Describe the System: Led by a technical elite where the decision makers are selected only from those most knowledgeable in their respective fields. This council of sorts is represented by a figurehead who is designated through bi-yearly rotation. Presently they are led by the scientist-aristocrat Louis Hargrave.
Location on Map Desired: Somewhere with a mountain range for reasons that will shortly be obvious
Capital: Mt. Korvos.
Important Settlements:
- Mt. Korvos is the most developed of the New Dawn's settlements, functioning much like a Victorian era arcology built into the mountain itself. It is the seat of both the nation's government and the Cult of the New Dawn, its ideological counterpart.
- Mt. Vengerov is the second most developed after Mt. Korvos. With Mt. Korvos already handling all of the needs of their society at peace, Mt. Vengerov was designated as the main site for the nation's needs for war. It is home to their largest skyport and the bowls of the mountain are packed from end to end with weapons labs and factories of all kinds, as well as the largest training facilities and barracks the nation has in its possession.
Description: The nation has its origins in the New Dawn, a utopian movement that first appeared to the public sometime around a century ago. Heralding the creation of a society that would breed a superior strand of mankind through measures such as eugenics, it spread its way through fringe elements of the scientific community and other intellectual circles, with whom its goal of disposing of the old order and replacing it with a fresh and, in their eyes, more capable elite, resonated. Somewhere along the line, the movement accumulated cult-like elements, particularly the worship of an obscure god, recently rediscovered. This god, embodying struggle, the destruction of the weak and the ascendancy of the strong, fit with the New Dawn's world view like hand in glove. With their creed starting to gain too much traction, it was shunned where ever it had manifested by an increasingly fearful populace. It would have very likely ended here, had it not attracted the attentions and support of some rather wealthy benefactors, who arranged for the establishment of a new, secluded nation where the adherents of this strange new belief system could freely, and without the interruption of those they perceived as lesser, cultivate the new wave of humans they had aspired to foster. After rallying the devotees of their creed from across the land, they began their retreat from the world and into obscurity.
This model society of theirs where they could conduct their religious devotion to self-improvement was established in a remote mountain range. After decades of prevailing against harsh conditions, they soon etched out a nation quite unlike any other, built on and within the mountains, criss-crossed with railway lines, the peaks crowned with ports for their air fleet. There their isolated and compact society thrives, free from any constraints as they cast aside the weak and undesirable, maintaining only those fit for their world.
While they are very far away from their end goal of superhuman perfection, if such a lofty goal is even possible, they have succeeded in cultivating a nation abundant with talents of assorted kinds, particularly in scientific fields. Their military also follows this trend, consisting of only a small force of soldiers that nevertheless display high degrees of professionalism. The bulk of their power is found in their sky navy, where the nation's scientific minds are fully employed for exploiting and testing the boundaries of this new variety of warfare.
Societally self-improvement, skill and knowledge is valued above all other things. Strength of mind and body are at all times strived towards. Entertainment and cultural life is sparse, with joy through mastering whatever vocation interests the particular citizen being ingrained instead.
Important Characters:
Chief Minister Louis Hargrave
Minister for War Alexander Karskin
Minister for Science Howard Price
High Admiral of the Sky Fleet Reinhard Meer
Army:
10,000 Veterans
25,000 Regulars
10,000 Recruits
Navy:
1 Frigate
4 Barques
5 Brigs
3 Galleys
Airships:
3 Dreadnoughts
4 Transports
5 Frigates
5 Sky Runners
GDP: 71,000,000,000 ($)
Stability: Very Unstable -Negligible as your people are in full revolt. Factories and ports are raided and even villages have been taken over by rebel elements.
Population: 6,500,000
Percentage of Population in:
Industry: 13%
Farming: 4%
Mineral Production: 15%
Traits list
Never been out of the Village + 1
Small Army + 3
Professional Army: -3
King of the Air: - 3
Airlegs: -1
Dreadnoughts: -2
Strong Industry: -2
State Controlled: +1
Off the Beaten Track +3
I'm not racist, but... : 1 of 2 +/-
New Age Ship Construction: 2 of 2 +/-
Natural great men -3
Scared of the water: + 3
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Nations Name: United Vanjanan Empire (Vanjana)
Flag:
Form of Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Describe the System: (Describe how your country is run in some more detail.} Leadership of the UVE is passed down to the oldest child of the dead monarch, no matter their gender. The nation's leader is referred to as a "Jade", as the throne in the palace is made out of jade (earning it the name "Jade Throne"). Working with the Jade is the Common People's Representative House (More often referred to as the "Representative House". The Representative House has less power than the Jade, but is able to vote for or against the Jade's decrees and extend such voting periods in the hopes the the Jade will see their reasoning. However, the Jade reserves the right to veto any law passed by the Representative House two times, after those two times the law cannot be voted on until someone involved (Either the monarch or a representative) is replaced by a successor.
Location on Map Desired: A decent-sized peninsula sprouting off to the east of Lancian Empire territory (preferably with a border between the UVE and HLE)
Capital: Kwedolobhakalle (Central position in the nation, on the coast. Trade center of the nation.)
Important Settlements:
Kasta (North of Kwedolobhakalle, also on the coast. Major trading port.)
Spexhult (South of Kwedolobhakalle, on the coast as well. Major trading port.)
Vermerud (West of Kasta, on river, trading port.)
Vialla (West of Spexhult, on river, trading port.)
Stad av Rök (Southeast of Vialla, covered in smog from the abundant factories)
Description: Cities in the United Vanjanan Empire are huge metropolises, fueled by the immense wealth brought in by trade. They have an ingenious sewage system, instead of dumping chamber pots out into the streets, houses in the city are connected to pipes that run above the roads. Charberpots are dumped into those pipes through openings outside of windows, and the wastewater is carried down to a collection point where it is left to evaporate. This tones down the horrid smell present in the cities of other nations, and keeps human waste off the streets. To complement this, there are dedicated street sanitation teams in all major cities that clean up the horse waste that once seemed like pavement. The United Vanjanan Empire also has a highly developed cobblestone road system for the transport of goods.
In Vanjana, the four-point star is considered a symbol of hope and good luck, explaining their flag and national anthem (titled: "Look up at the Four-Pointed Star"). Jade (the rock) is also important to the culture, signifying perseverance despite the situation and the ability to do good no matter the consequences. Women and men are considered completely equal, and tolerance is a core value in Vanjana. The believe in strength through quality and they believe quality comes from diversity, thus it is a popular immigration target. In contrast to other nations, women are allowed to join the military and most higher-ups are female, this is most likely just chance.
Different religions sprawl all over the UVE, but the largest is known as "Anhängare av Stjärna Frö" (after the title of their leader). Those who follow it seem worship the stars, in an extremely odd departure from most modern religions. If one dives deep enough into the mythology, the find multiple texts that are often referenced by "Abundant Life" theorists (those who believe that the stars are also worlds, and have their own human inhabitants). The most famous lines are "Thus, our forefathers were sent forth from their comfortable home, bringing with them their eternal mission of salvation for all life." and "Those pure in heart need not heed our call, for they will naturally find their way back to the halls of Yagdasradich."
Anhängare av Stjärna Frö believes in two forces: Yagdasradich and Cadzigrara. Interestingly, neither are supernatural. Both are believed to be simply groups of extremely powerful mortals. The Yagdasradich are the "Good" force, standing for equality, liberty, justice, and above all else, salvation. The Cadzigrara are the "Evil" force, standing for oppression and the destruction of all who do not follow their path. The Yagdasradich and Cadzigrara are said to be locked in an eternal war not unlike those waged in the world of Edoniras. However, the words of many a Stjärna Frö over the years describe the battles waged in this war as "Astounding in scale", those taking place in the sky containing hundreds of thousands of airships carrying "Cannon of unbelievable power". All land battles are said to utilize "Land warships standing on invisible wheels" and "Muskets firing bullets so fast they leave behind a trail of blue fire". Naval battles are always said to be simply battles between gigantic transport fleets supported by airships attacking land-based defenses. Those who are pure of heart are said to be descendants of Yagdasradich soldiers who visited Edoniras long ago. In fact, nearly all churches of the Anhängare av Stjärna Frö use military titles to refer to their members, considering themselves to still be soldiers.
Despite the great detail in which the beliefs are described, many consider them to be a bunch of crackpots and people who just want something to believe in. Interestingly, the Anhängare av Stjärna Frö harbor no hard feelings toward those who believe they are wrong. In fact, anyone who is pure of heart is considered a descendant of the Yagdasradich soldiers, regardless of belief or actual family history. Though the UVE tries to not show favoritism to any religion, Anhängare av Stjärna Frö beliefs have slowly crept into everyday life. Gender equality? Anhängare av Stjärna Frö belief. Four pointed star? Home of the Yagdasradich. Jade? Yagdasradich airships are said to be painted green. However, nobody really realizes this, and the Anhängare av Stjärna Frö have never actively tried to push their beliefs on anyone not willing to listen. They do, however, believe that belligerent people who refuse to listen are descendants of the Cadzigrara. Members of more extreme sects who fully embrace the idea that they are soldiers are not allowed to serve in the military or own a weapon, so as to avoid any incidents.
There are multiple languages in the United Vanjanan Empire, but the most used is Vanjanani (Similar to Swedish). Ancient Vanjanani is used in the anthem, however, and most know at least those words. The currency is the Fyrapoängstjärnamynt (Often shortened to Frya). There are quarter Frya coins, half Frya coins, one Fry coins, two Frya coins, and four Frya coins. The coins are gold in the center, surrounded by wood. As the value rises, so does the size of the gold in the center and the wood surrounding it. They are made in such a way that the wood's buoyancy counteracts the weight of the gold to varying degrees, allowing merchants to drop coins given to them in water to determine their legitimacy.
The United Vanjanan Empire has already gone through its industrial revolution, despite this, their old architecture still remains. Most Vanjanan buildings have tall, decorative spires with multiple areas on all floors having no walls, only a roof supported by columns. Factories are no exception, with the open areas often being used as manual labor areas and the indoors used for the steam machinery. The spires are almost always used as smokestacks. Most architects add an artistic flair to the spire smokestacks, putting multiple smaller smokestacks in specific positions so as to create mesmerizing spirals of smoke (sometimes they even go so far as to add specialized dye to color the smoke, usually blue or red). Some factories keep the workers inside, and put the steam-driven machinery in the exposed areas. This causes some factories to be covered in a haze of smoke.
Despite the fact that they have already accepted steam power, the United Vanjanan Empire's cities are mostly free of smog. Due to a desire to appear clean, a law was passed that forced all factories to be built away from cities. Hilariously, this created new cities covered in smog (the very existence of which was illegal), and multiple unhappy production companies forbidden from upgrading their factories to steam power. The law was changed so that it only gave tax breaks to factories away from port cities, causing a huge explosion of development in the new "Smog towns". Anyone living in one of these cities is given a smoke mask by the government and their employer provides them with housing, which is strictly regulated by the government to be completely free of any smoke. These cities, when combined with the ports, form the backbone of the Vanjanan economy.
The capital of Vanjana is considered a jewel by nearly all, its skies are free of smoke save for beautiful works of "smoke art" rising from rare factories. Sea and air ships come and go, all of them carrying goods in and out of the city. The buildings within are grandiose, even the poorest households can find elaborate decorations to put up, showing the Vanjanan love of art and beauty. The richer households are opulent mansions, covered in Jade sculptures and containing carpets dyed purple using the ancient, more expensive methods simply because it is possible. The palace itself is a wondrous building, boasting everything the mansions do, but more of it. Combined with this more universal decoration are the twenty smokestack spires, which constantly spout blue smoke manipulated by steam-driven fans, coming together to create a thin spiral of smoke that rises into the clouds, painting the sky of the immediate area a soft yet dark blue. The smoke put off by these spires is not left unharnessed (even though quite a lot of it goes to driving the fans). Anything not used to drive the fans is actually used in a complicated system of doors that open seemingly on their own. These doors are operated by a group of people (who probably have the most boring job in Edoniras), who constantly look through dozens of periscopes that show the heavily degraded images of doorways. If someone is there, they will pull the lever corresponding to the door, letting them through. These people are held high for their great reflexes and speed, as many soors open almost instantly.
Important Characters: Admiral Brita Veronika, General Charlotta Aslög, King Sigfrid Halvar.
Traits:
Trading Hub: Your country is a nation of traders and merchants, many coins pass through the fingers of your citizens every day, especially through your own after taxes. -3
Strong Industry: Your craftsmen and labourers are good quality and hardworking making some of your nations goods very reliable, sometimes fetching a high price from a market. -2
Free market: Your economy is not controlled by the state, it can fluctuate completely freely. This means that it can rise incredibly quickly making you very rich, however you are vulnerable to recessions and collapses. -1
Landlubbers: Your sailors don't exactly train on a boat, boarding and marine forces perform slightly worse due to the moving deck. +1
Small Army: Your nation maintains a relatively small number of troops, when fielded in battle against another nation your forces are almost always outnumbered. +2
Ambitious Generals: Your generals all want a piece of glory. Sometimes even going to backstabbing each other and arriving to another’s aid ‘late’. +1
Dreadnoughts: The largest ships to fly in the air, vast hulks that require ungodly amounts of resources, but your nation decide to take these on. -2
Basic points +4
Army:
18,000 Regulars
22,000 Recruits
Navy:
3 Frigates
5 Barques
7 Brigs
4 Galleys
Airships:
2 Dreadnoughts
1 Transport
2 Frigates
5 Sky Runners
GDP: 73,000,000,000 ($) –Down to 65,000,000,000 ($) due to slight instability and so protests and strikes are occurring.
Stability: Slightly Unstable
Population: 10,000,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 8%
- Farming: 11%
- Mineral Production: 10%
Flag:
Form of Government: Constitutional Monarchy
Describe the System: (Describe how your country is run in some more detail.} Leadership of the UVE is passed down to the oldest child of the dead monarch, no matter their gender. The nation's leader is referred to as a "Jade", as the throne in the palace is made out of jade (earning it the name "Jade Throne"). Working with the Jade is the Common People's Representative House (More often referred to as the "Representative House". The Representative House has less power than the Jade, but is able to vote for or against the Jade's decrees and extend such voting periods in the hopes the the Jade will see their reasoning. However, the Jade reserves the right to veto any law passed by the Representative House two times, after those two times the law cannot be voted on until someone involved (Either the monarch or a representative) is replaced by a successor.
Location on Map Desired: A decent-sized peninsula sprouting off to the east of Lancian Empire territory (preferably with a border between the UVE and HLE)
Capital: Kwedolobhakalle (Central position in the nation, on the coast. Trade center of the nation.)
Important Settlements:
Kasta (North of Kwedolobhakalle, also on the coast. Major trading port.)
Spexhult (South of Kwedolobhakalle, on the coast as well. Major trading port.)
Vermerud (West of Kasta, on river, trading port.)
Vialla (West of Spexhult, on river, trading port.)
Stad av Rök (Southeast of Vialla, covered in smog from the abundant factories)
Description: Cities in the United Vanjanan Empire are huge metropolises, fueled by the immense wealth brought in by trade. They have an ingenious sewage system, instead of dumping chamber pots out into the streets, houses in the city are connected to pipes that run above the roads. Charberpots are dumped into those pipes through openings outside of windows, and the wastewater is carried down to a collection point where it is left to evaporate. This tones down the horrid smell present in the cities of other nations, and keeps human waste off the streets. To complement this, there are dedicated street sanitation teams in all major cities that clean up the horse waste that once seemed like pavement. The United Vanjanan Empire also has a highly developed cobblestone road system for the transport of goods.
In Vanjana, the four-point star is considered a symbol of hope and good luck, explaining their flag and national anthem (titled: "Look up at the Four-Pointed Star"). Jade (the rock) is also important to the culture, signifying perseverance despite the situation and the ability to do good no matter the consequences. Women and men are considered completely equal, and tolerance is a core value in Vanjana. The believe in strength through quality and they believe quality comes from diversity, thus it is a popular immigration target. In contrast to other nations, women are allowed to join the military and most higher-ups are female, this is most likely just chance.
Different religions sprawl all over the UVE, but the largest is known as "Anhängare av Stjärna Frö" (after the title of their leader). Those who follow it seem worship the stars, in an extremely odd departure from most modern religions. If one dives deep enough into the mythology, the find multiple texts that are often referenced by "Abundant Life" theorists (those who believe that the stars are also worlds, and have their own human inhabitants). The most famous lines are "Thus, our forefathers were sent forth from their comfortable home, bringing with them their eternal mission of salvation for all life." and "Those pure in heart need not heed our call, for they will naturally find their way back to the halls of Yagdasradich."
Anhängare av Stjärna Frö believes in two forces: Yagdasradich and Cadzigrara. Interestingly, neither are supernatural. Both are believed to be simply groups of extremely powerful mortals. The Yagdasradich are the "Good" force, standing for equality, liberty, justice, and above all else, salvation. The Cadzigrara are the "Evil" force, standing for oppression and the destruction of all who do not follow their path. The Yagdasradich and Cadzigrara are said to be locked in an eternal war not unlike those waged in the world of Edoniras. However, the words of many a Stjärna Frö over the years describe the battles waged in this war as "Astounding in scale", those taking place in the sky containing hundreds of thousands of airships carrying "Cannon of unbelievable power". All land battles are said to utilize "Land warships standing on invisible wheels" and "Muskets firing bullets so fast they leave behind a trail of blue fire". Naval battles are always said to be simply battles between gigantic transport fleets supported by airships attacking land-based defenses. Those who are pure of heart are said to be descendants of Yagdasradich soldiers who visited Edoniras long ago. In fact, nearly all churches of the Anhängare av Stjärna Frö use military titles to refer to their members, considering themselves to still be soldiers.
Despite the great detail in which the beliefs are described, many consider them to be a bunch of crackpots and people who just want something to believe in. Interestingly, the Anhängare av Stjärna Frö harbor no hard feelings toward those who believe they are wrong. In fact, anyone who is pure of heart is considered a descendant of the Yagdasradich soldiers, regardless of belief or actual family history. Though the UVE tries to not show favoritism to any religion, Anhängare av Stjärna Frö beliefs have slowly crept into everyday life. Gender equality? Anhängare av Stjärna Frö belief. Four pointed star? Home of the Yagdasradich. Jade? Yagdasradich airships are said to be painted green. However, nobody really realizes this, and the Anhängare av Stjärna Frö have never actively tried to push their beliefs on anyone not willing to listen. They do, however, believe that belligerent people who refuse to listen are descendants of the Cadzigrara. Members of more extreme sects who fully embrace the idea that they are soldiers are not allowed to serve in the military or own a weapon, so as to avoid any incidents.
There are multiple languages in the United Vanjanan Empire, but the most used is Vanjanani (Similar to Swedish). Ancient Vanjanani is used in the anthem, however, and most know at least those words. The currency is the Fyrapoängstjärnamynt (Often shortened to Frya). There are quarter Frya coins, half Frya coins, one Fry coins, two Frya coins, and four Frya coins. The coins are gold in the center, surrounded by wood. As the value rises, so does the size of the gold in the center and the wood surrounding it. They are made in such a way that the wood's buoyancy counteracts the weight of the gold to varying degrees, allowing merchants to drop coins given to them in water to determine their legitimacy.
The United Vanjanan Empire has already gone through its industrial revolution, despite this, their old architecture still remains. Most Vanjanan buildings have tall, decorative spires with multiple areas on all floors having no walls, only a roof supported by columns. Factories are no exception, with the open areas often being used as manual labor areas and the indoors used for the steam machinery. The spires are almost always used as smokestacks. Most architects add an artistic flair to the spire smokestacks, putting multiple smaller smokestacks in specific positions so as to create mesmerizing spirals of smoke (sometimes they even go so far as to add specialized dye to color the smoke, usually blue or red). Some factories keep the workers inside, and put the steam-driven machinery in the exposed areas. This causes some factories to be covered in a haze of smoke.
Despite the fact that they have already accepted steam power, the United Vanjanan Empire's cities are mostly free of smog. Due to a desire to appear clean, a law was passed that forced all factories to be built away from cities. Hilariously, this created new cities covered in smog (the very existence of which was illegal), and multiple unhappy production companies forbidden from upgrading their factories to steam power. The law was changed so that it only gave tax breaks to factories away from port cities, causing a huge explosion of development in the new "Smog towns". Anyone living in one of these cities is given a smoke mask by the government and their employer provides them with housing, which is strictly regulated by the government to be completely free of any smoke. These cities, when combined with the ports, form the backbone of the Vanjanan economy.
The capital of Vanjana is considered a jewel by nearly all, its skies are free of smoke save for beautiful works of "smoke art" rising from rare factories. Sea and air ships come and go, all of them carrying goods in and out of the city. The buildings within are grandiose, even the poorest households can find elaborate decorations to put up, showing the Vanjanan love of art and beauty. The richer households are opulent mansions, covered in Jade sculptures and containing carpets dyed purple using the ancient, more expensive methods simply because it is possible. The palace itself is a wondrous building, boasting everything the mansions do, but more of it. Combined with this more universal decoration are the twenty smokestack spires, which constantly spout blue smoke manipulated by steam-driven fans, coming together to create a thin spiral of smoke that rises into the clouds, painting the sky of the immediate area a soft yet dark blue. The smoke put off by these spires is not left unharnessed (even though quite a lot of it goes to driving the fans). Anything not used to drive the fans is actually used in a complicated system of doors that open seemingly on their own. These doors are operated by a group of people (who probably have the most boring job in Edoniras), who constantly look through dozens of periscopes that show the heavily degraded images of doorways. If someone is there, they will pull the lever corresponding to the door, letting them through. These people are held high for their great reflexes and speed, as many soors open almost instantly.
Important Characters: Admiral Brita Veronika, General Charlotta Aslög, King Sigfrid Halvar.
Traits:
Trading Hub: Your country is a nation of traders and merchants, many coins pass through the fingers of your citizens every day, especially through your own after taxes. -3
Strong Industry: Your craftsmen and labourers are good quality and hardworking making some of your nations goods very reliable, sometimes fetching a high price from a market. -2
Free market: Your economy is not controlled by the state, it can fluctuate completely freely. This means that it can rise incredibly quickly making you very rich, however you are vulnerable to recessions and collapses. -1
Landlubbers: Your sailors don't exactly train on a boat, boarding and marine forces perform slightly worse due to the moving deck. +1
Small Army: Your nation maintains a relatively small number of troops, when fielded in battle against another nation your forces are almost always outnumbered. +2
Ambitious Generals: Your generals all want a piece of glory. Sometimes even going to backstabbing each other and arriving to another’s aid ‘late’. +1
Dreadnoughts: The largest ships to fly in the air, vast hulks that require ungodly amounts of resources, but your nation decide to take these on. -2
Basic points +4
Army:
18,000 Regulars
22,000 Recruits
Navy:
3 Frigates
5 Barques
7 Brigs
4 Galleys
Airships:
2 Dreadnoughts
1 Transport
2 Frigates
5 Sky Runners
GDP: 73,000,000,000 ($) –Down to 65,000,000,000 ($) due to slight instability and so protests and strikes are occurring.
Stability: Slightly Unstable
Population: 10,000,000
Percentage of Population in:
- Industry: 8%
- Farming: 11%
- Mineral Production: 10%
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