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Post by President Krystof Vernon on Apr 6, 2022 10:46:47 GMT
Map  Total Population: 34 Million ____________________________________________________________SummaryThe United Republic of Valanoin is a young Representative democracy situated in the south island of the Itiomoya Continent. Arising from the ashes of its recent revolution our nations seek to leave our mark on this world. With stunning vast coastlines and beautiful valleys, the nation sits on the fertile and abundant region of its island. Most known for its prestigious universities and the nation's globally recognised engineering innovation. The largest industry and exporter of the nation is the Civil group. A company devoted to creating high-quality military and civil mechanical devices. Other major exports of the Republic are steel, magnetite iron ore, rum, paper, and luxury furniture, rubber. Located on the equator the nation is filled with prosperous jungles and rainforests. A harsh yet rewarding enviroment to those who are willing to tame it. Additionally filled with exotic fruits and plants found in other place in the world. With no seasons the nation does experience a harsh and long monsoon season with tends to occur early within the year. The current elected president of the nation is Krystof Vernon, leader of the left Social Democratic Union. The elected office of the prime minister is taken by the opposition leader Ondrea Zdenka. Whom duties are to assist and represent the nation on a state level while the president attends to federal duties. Alignment of the Queen: Social Democratic President party: Social Democratic Union Prime minister party: The United Republic party
Royal Family
Her majesty the Queen Anastasia holds limited power within the government of the nation. Following the great revolution in 1890 which saw the assassination of her father Albert the II the nation's absolute monarchy went into turmoil along with the nation. With very limited options and as the newly crowned queen of the crippling nation (known as the United Kingdom of Islonia at the time) Anastasia announced the dismantlement of the monarchist government in her famous speech of 1891. With this announcement came a new Representative democracy which remains to the current day. A complete overhaul of the country's constitution and governing system. Anastasia to this day acts as a popular figurehead within the public eye, despite having no government power she uses her public opinion to influence certain political movements and also endorse candidates for the president position.
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Post by President Krystof Vernon on Apr 7, 2022 4:13:04 GMT
Political Overview
Before the revolution, Valanion was governed largely at the whim of the Royal Family, with some democratic elements. However, once the Royal Family lost power the nation was transformed into a Republic. Despite this, the heir to the throne was rewarded for standing against her father and was made Queen in an entirely ceremonial position due to her popularity with the people. Now the President acts as the primary leader of the country, appointing a Prime Minister who can gain a majority in the lower house of parliament, while the upper house acts as a house of review.
President
The President remains technically appointed by the Queen, one of her last de jure sources of power in the Republic. Despite this, the President is chosen by the people in a two-round system, with the Queen appointing whoever wins. Though the Queen can technically appoint anyone she wishes, if she were to ever do so she would likely be quickly deposed. The President acts as the main executive of the nation, setting the overall agenda of national policy and largely having free reign over foreign policy. A presidential term is 5 years, with 4 terms being the maximum allowed constitutionally. Despite this, a president reaching all 4 terms is relatively rare.
Parliament and the Prime Minister
The lower house of parliament is elected with Proportional Representation, with a 5% national threshold (national minorities are exempt), while the Senate is elected with equal representation for each region. The Prime Minister is chosen from a majority in the Lower House (negative parliamentarism) though if no one is chosen by a third round of voting the President may step in and appoint a minority government. The Senate has the power to block most bills, but may only delay Supply and Confidence votes, as it cannot decide which government rules in the Lower House. The term of the lower house is traditionally 4 years, however, early elections can be called, and a PM can only serve for 2 parliamentary periods. The Upper house is elected for 8-year terms (or two lower house terms) with half being elected in each election.
The Council of Ministers
The executive council is only convened by the Queen in emergencies, where it gains emergency powers not subject to the wills of either house of parliament. This is made up of the Queen, two appointed advisors, the President, the PM and the Inner ministry.
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Post by President Krystof Vernon on Apr 7, 2022 6:03:19 GMT
Major Cities
Valencion - Capital
Population: 4.49 million
Main Industries: Education, Banking, Vehicles/engines manufacturing, Paper
Description:
A stunning feat of engineering and innovation, standing at the sea the Valencion capital city stands tall shining in its glimmering and stunning architecture. With the cities, the downtown area is peppered with vast amounts of construction of new skyscrapers for the ever-growing business sector. Its new erected government buildings become an irreplaceable image of the city's beautiful pictures architecture. The quay walls of white stone line the coast of the city with each side of the paths being filled with Palm and tropical shrubs. Filled with colourful Baroque architecture and with some Neoclassicism design elements.
Famous Universities
Royal Martin University
Renamed after the great Emporer Martin (1718) the university stands opposite the State government house.
The University of Valencion
Founded in 1690 this university is most prestigious for its work of arts and philosophy
Significant landmarks
- Von Triumf
- A 20-meter tall marble column was built in 1901. Engraved with inspiring words and speeches said from the great revolution.
- The New Parliament
- A symbol of the new democracy and the power of the nation. Inspired heavily by neoclassicism and beaux-arts architecture this vast capital complex sits in the centre of Freedom boulevard.
- Le Verden Museum
- Dating back to the 1600s the renaissance structure used to serve the purpose of the old royal family residence. However since has been repurposed into a museum to showcase the cites abstract art.
- The Royal Botanical gardens
Established in the early 1800s the iron-cast glass structure showcases the most exotic plants species in the world. Being one of kind on the planet.
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Elisor - The old monachist capital
Population: 4.11 Million
Main Industries: Artisanal goods, wine, luxury furniture, clothing
Description:
The city still stands as a spitting image of the grand imperial age wealth that the monarchy family had brought to the nation. With wide boulevards and large monuments such as the famous ‘Martin’ statue as well as the massive Imperial Palace. The city's architectural style is neoclassical with gothic styles creating its own distance style of Elisorian Architecture. Once the centre of government for the nation is now the cold past of the corrupt royals and aristocrats.
Universities:
The Elisorian Imperial Naval Academy
Located in the city’s south this academy has served as the primary naval education within the nation and past empire.
Adrian's Royal engineering Academy
Named after his majesty Adrian was a well-known scholar and engineer. During his reign pushing the development of massive engineering projects.
Luxenverd University founded in 1090
The oldest university operating in the world and one of the most prestigious and sought after.
Significant Structures
The Imperial Palace - Built by Tezera the 3rd in 1652
With over 600 rooms the palace sits as the royal residence of the current majesty
‘Martin’ statue
that sitting at 30 metres tall. Coated in gold it symbolises the past success of the city, while simultaneously revealing the royal families' corruption and greed that plagued the nation.
Elisorian War memorial constructed in 1850
A golden inspired greek structure that
The ruins of the old capital building
Once the administrative centre of the nation it was burnt down during the great revolution and now sits in the ruins symbolic of the past failed government.
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Sion
Population : 2.3 million
Main Industries: Trade Industry, Textiles, Luxury furniture, Wine
Located on the northeast tip this city must be known as a major trade hub. Surrounded by the beautiful Sion bay and sea the city sits comfortably on top of the hill with a port on its lower parts. Being the largest civilian trade port in the nation, and is crucial to the importation and exportation industry in the northern regions.
Significant monuments:
Sion Castle
Built in the early 1400s the castle stands at the highest point of the city
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Marienberg
Population: 2.1 million
Main Industries: Mining - Steel, Iron
Located in the south mountains the city stands as the major industry sector of the nation. Containing the majority of the nation's heavy iron and steel manufacturing. Just south of the city lies the great southern mountains which hold high-quality iron ore and coal.
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Berisal
Population: 1.01 Million
Main Industries: Tourism, Trade, Artisanal goods
Located on the border with associated cities the city is made up of a large foreign population. A booming centre of culture and arts the city is most known for its stunning open Baroque style. Yet is used as a crucial defence
Significant monuments:
Berisal Summer palace
A vast Baroque Mediterranean styled palace that sits on the coast of the city.
As of now is being refurbished for the establishment of a new university
The Linford Fortress
A vast fortress sitting on the border was used originally to defend against northern invaders.
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Post by President Krystof Vernon on Apr 8, 2022 14:06:08 GMT
Cultures
The ethnic groups of the republic are dominated by 3 primary cultures. All 3 originated from the roots of Isvold. However, during the early 100s split into 3 due to the overgrowing contrasting beliefs. All of the cultures speak the same language as Valdonian which originated from the Valdon cultural group.
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Islonue (Islonian)
Ethic culture percentage: 10%
Most prominent in the far north of the nation the culture has always been the smaller of its counterparts. These people particularly hold a very rich food history, always being known for their generous feasts and celebration of life. Another unique aspect is the traditional music which boasts a combination of Folk and….
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Lustaria (Lustarian)
Ethic culture percentage: 20%
Geographically located in the north and south mountains. Known for endurance and efficient scavenging techniques these people have survived in harsh winter conditions for thousands of years.
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Valdon (Valdonian).
Ethic culture percentage: 70%
By the far, the largest ethnic culture and the youngest, Valdon has existed as the primary culture of the nation for centuries. Obsessed with the arts and engineering these people have always dominated in knowledge. But the culture also puts focus on its music and expression of its ideas through the built environment.
Total Population percentage: 75%
Minorites
With the pro-immigration act introduced after the 1890 revolution, the nation has seen a steady climb of new minorities entering its borders. However, met with resistance by the local population cultural oppression has been an active issue plaguing the nation. Laws have been passed since the Canarian incident in the south of Elisor in 1901. Which introduced protective rights to a select few minority groups.
Despite the internal issue minorities still enjoy the same benefits as the indigenous population.
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Post by President Krystof Vernon on Apr 10, 2022 12:22:39 GMT
Military
Core military Branch
Total: 1,345,869
Active: 500,425
Reserves: 845,471
Conscripts: up to 2 million (only allowed when the nation is in a state of emergency)
With the revolution the entire military system was overhauled. Its high ranking officers were changed and with the military anti-corruption act in 1897 saw the establishment of an anti corruption agency that would investigate unusual events. If in any case of war the nation would need more troops at its disposal. Through emergency powers can only the queen and president pass the executive Valanion Lasts act. Which poses the power to conscript an additional 2 million men effective immediately.
Uniform
Due to the tropical climate of the nation the main uniform used consists of green and browns, in order to blend into its environment. But also light colours to reduce the absorbing of extra heat which could overwhelm the soldiers
High ranking officers and executives.
Minister of Defence: Pepik Lestra
Chief of staff: Anthon Nicolette
Marshal: Andrea la zona, Patrick Telsta,
Royal Comminsed officer: Flipip La Sinestra
The imperial guards' Sub Branch
Still standing after the great revolution the imperial branch of the military was the only part that remained in the new reformed military structure. Created by Emperor Martin the imperial guards withheld the duty to protect the crown and her assets. And thus has been doing that for the last 300 years. Now led by General (name) and the commissioned officer (name) who was appointed by her majesty. The imperial guards are one of the most respected and trained fighters in the nation. The process of becoming an imperial gaurd requires a strict 4 years of training before being eligible to pledge their loyalty to the crown and country. Due to this pledge this branch of the military is strictly only used for the defence of the homeland.
As of now there are approximately 12 divisions of imperial guard, with 7 regiments within each division. Each one contains its own leading major general.
Total: 98,000
Active: 44,000
Reserve: 54, 000
Uniform:
With the light blue teal dominating its coat and pants with white as a secondary colour.
The Republican guards' Sub Branch
Established after the great revolution the republican branch of the military has only the obligation to serve the president, prime minister, and government. Thus allowing them to be stationed outside of the nation. However not as prestigious as the imperial guards they still to be highly regarded within the military ranks. Those who wish to join only have to go for training of 2 years before being eligible to be drafted within the branch.
Total: 53,000
Active: 8000
Reserve: 45,000
Uniform
A dark blue.
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Post by President Krystof Vernon on Apr 20, 2022 2:15:22 GMT
Navy
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Although not as prestigious and large as other nations the Valanion navy still stands to be a comparable force. Despite some of its outdated equipment due to the nation's naval production halting to a standstill during and after the great revolution (1890). It wasn’t until 10 years later that the government resumed its naval ambitions. Led by the Cheif of Naval Operations Axel Madris and the vice chief officer Lauran Salato who was appointed the position by the queen. Being the first female to ever reach such a high rank within the Military, however, the queen's decision has been highly criticised by Military executives. The majority of designs of the navy have been purchased from our allies. This is due to the country's lack of innovation and engineering when it comes down to amphibious objects. However, things are increasingly changing as the nation has finally put the navy as a crucial part of its defence.
Officers and executives.Admiral of the Fleet: Arnie Silette Admirals: Merrick Tuffin, Ryder la Verdon, Commissioned Naval officer: Dalton Vince Simplified Overview:6 Dreadnoughts (foreign designs) 4 pre-dreadnoughts (unique design) 10-12 armoured cruisers (foreign designs) 18 lights cruisers (foreign designs) 20 Destroyers (foreign designs) 20 Corvettes (foreign designs) 20 Submarines (foreign designs) Dreadnought  Armoured Cruisers Light Cruisers
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Post by President Krystof Vernon on Apr 20, 2022 2:15:47 GMT
Navy (work in progress)
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Destroyer
Corvettes
Submarines (Design does not exist)
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