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<div>{{subdivision Kildare |<br />
subdivision = Choconya |<br />
image_flag = Choconia_flag.PNG|<br />
coat of arms = Choconya COA.png|<br />
status = Command |<br />
capital = [[Cocoanut Grove | Cacao Grove]] |<br />
largecity = [[Chocolate Springs]] |<br />
<br />
title = Chancellor |<br />
government = Republic |<br />
leader = [[Ryan Caruso | Franklin Ross]] |<br />
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language = English |<br />
religion = Chocolatist |<br />
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}}<br />
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'''Choconya''' is a region along the southern coast of [[Apollonia]], originally an independent nation in the very early days of the [[Apollo Sector]], although more closely tied to the [[Cyber-Island Chain | Cyber-Islands]] and [[Cyberia]]. It eventually passed into the hands of the United Imperium of Cyberia and Emperor Jacobus, and later was gifted to [[Audentior]]. As an Audente subject Choconya became tied to [[Kildare]] and with their secession became part of [[Jingdao]]. It is presently a command (province) of the [[Raynor Isles]] and [[Norfolk]].<br />
<br />
==Etymology and terminology==<br />
<br />
As the name might suggest, Choconya (or Choconia in Latin countries) is derived from the word chocolate, and essentially means "the land of chocolate".<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===Chocolate, the Foundation===<br />
"Eating chocolate every single day, who does not want to live there? That's what Lisa Elliott and Tammie Lee thought too. During a boring lesson in geography they founded Choconya, a religious movement about chocolate.<br />
<br />
Lisa became the "Chocolate Goddess" and the official holiday was declared to be Easter, of course because you can eat a lot lot lot chocolate. <br />
<br />
Because the religious character the movement didn't attract new members, Lisa got rid of her goddess-status, and let herself be crowned queen on 25 September 1997. <br />
<br />
Choconya survived several incidents, among them a few separations and a civil war, before fading into obscurity as a holding of Cyberia.<br />
<br />
===Exceptions & Conflict===<br />
<br />
It seems that Choconya took sides in the events following the [[First War of Cyberian Liberation]]. From the [[Mattimeo Messenger]] of September 14, 1998, --<br />
<br />
Quote-<br />
----<br />
Choconya, Falkenberg Impose Embargo on Cyberia,<br />
Hickey Asks for GA Complaint Against Choconya<br />
----<br />
In their continuing attempts to blackmail Cyberia into recognizing the false claims of [[East Cyberia]] to the Provinces of [[Mala]] and [[Windsor]], the Kingdoms of Choconya and [[Falkenberg]] last week imposed an embargo on Cyberian goods. This is in addition to diplomatic sanctions previously imposed by the two monarchies against Cyberia. The embargo is largely symbolic due to the fact that little or no trade previously existed between either despotism and Cyberia.<br />
<br />
In response to the latest moves by Choconya and Falkenberg, Dep. [[Peter Hickey]] (PFP-At Large) introduced a resolution in the [[Chamber of Deputies]] last week calling upon the President to bring a formal grievance in the [[Grand Alliance]] Council against Choconya, seeking relief and restitution against Choconya for "aggression and attempting to interfere with the internal affairs of Choconya." Both Cyberia and Choconya are members of the Grand Alliance. The Chamber will vote on Hickey's resolution in its next meeting.<br />
<br />
close quote.<br />
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===From the Portuguese microwiki===<br />
<br />
Quote:<br />
<br />
The Kingdom of the Chocônia (in English, Choconya) is a anglophone modelist micronation. Chocônia (spelling later changed to"... nya") was established by Australians & New Zealanders to be the land of chocolate. It merged with [[Reunion]] but then seceeded and united with Pingüínia ([[Penguinea]]). After another unsuccessful union, Choconya decided you live separately to under Queen Lisa I. <br />
<br />
(close quote.)<br />
<br />
===Other mentions of Choconya===<br />
Denis: "I searched the net to find some pictures of Choconya but I found out that Choconya is no longer. I got that information from [[Claudio de Castro]]." <br />
<br />
'He wrote me in a mail : <br />
<br />
"Choconya used to be a province of the "micronational superpower", the [[Holy Empire of Réunion]] (Imperial Territory of Greater Choconia), from which it secceeded in Feb, 1998 (they claimed their chocolate-lovers religion was not accepted by the christian empire). Founded by [[Lisa Elliot]] and [[Rick Harwood]], two Australians (with the union of their two nations, Soveraat and Great Choconia), after the seccession from the Holy Empire (http://www.reuniao.org ) they became a Monarchy (KINGDOM OF CHOCONIA), on which Queen Lisa I ruled. <br />
<br />
After a while, the nation became "the New Commonwealth of Choconia" with Mr. Harwood as Chancellor. <br />
<br />
Later on (around July, 1999), it finally, and unfortunately died. Elliot and Harwood are now citizens of Penguinea, another micronation." <br />
<br />
http://members.fortunecity.com/niksje/id4.htm<br />
<br />
The illustrious [[Cody Williams]] attempted to revive the nation later, with little success. For a time [[Cocoanut Grove]] was considered as the capital city. It was annexed by Emperor [[Jacobus]] to the [[United Imperium]] as a condominium (with [[Audentior]]), and later as a [[protectorate]].<br />
<br />
The intent was to make a Free City and intermicronational meeting site, but this did not come to pass.<br />
<br />
===Revival with Jingdao===<br />
<br />
After many years as a forgotten backwater, the rise of [[Norfolk]] as a strong state rekindled interest in Choconya. The destruction of Tymaria City as the region's largest metropolis also sent many refugees fleeing into surrounding territories, including Choconya. This growth in population and interest have led to a revival of its stagnant economy, and a sharp increase in chocolate production.<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
As might be surmised by its name, Choconya's primary economic base is in producing chocolate. The equatorial climate makes it an ideal location for growing cacao (Themobroma cacao), and indeed this was the first basis for development around Cacao Grove. Refined chocolate became a more recent development, originating around the city of Chocolate Springs. The city has become an important exporter of fine chocolates worldwide. Tourism has also become an important source of revenue, and many cafes serving various forms of chocolate have sprung up in the major cities, especially Chocolate Springs. <br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
The Chocolate Guard is the local militia of Choconya and the last remnant of its independent military force from the now bygone kingdom. Incorporated as a regiment of the Norfolkian Army, the Chocolate Guard is essentially responsible for the routine day-to-day defense of Choconya, unless greater military demands warrant bringing in outside troops from nearby Biotopia or Libertopia. While a relatively small force, being the remnant of the old Choconyan Army, the Chocolate Guard is an elite unit that the locals are very proud of.<br />
<br />
Chocolate Guards are a unique combination of warrior and chef. As the very early Choconyans were connoisseurs of chocolate, and therefore artists in its cooking and preparation, being a chef was considered a great honor. Even today Choconya is renowned for its culinary institutions. So dedicated to cooking were the first Choconyans that they had no trained army. Thus in its first conflicts Choconya recruited many chefs to the military. As such it became tradition for elite soldiers to be dual trained as master chefs and commandos. These soldiers could wield a knife equally on a battlefield or in the kitchen. While this special training was reserved mostly for elite soldiers, as Choconya's defense became the responsibility of Norfolk, the Chocolate Guard was retained as the most representative (and capable) force for defending the territory.<br />
<br />
This tradition remains firmly in place today, and all members of the Chocolate Guard are trained both at the Culinary Institute of Cacao Grove and at the Norfolk Military Academy. Wearing their traditional chefs outfit into battle can often confuse an enemy, who assumes them to be the auxiliary support for the troops, only to be surprised by their combat skills - albeit often too late.<br />
<br />
[[File:Chocolate_guard.png|thumb|right|150px|A warrior chef of the Chocolate Guard]]<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
Choconya is located in southern Apollonia, east of Audentior and along the coast. It is considered a part of the [[Raynor Isles]], even though it is on the mainland of the continent. Being situated close to the equator gives the area a tropical climate, which has proven quite suitable for the many chocolate plantations that now bisect the region.<br />
<br />
[[category: Subdivision]]<br />
[[category: Kildare]]<br />
[[category: Jingdao]]<br />
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare |<br />
subdivision = Choconya |<br />
image_flag = Choconia_flag.PNG|<br />
coat of arms = Choconya COA.png|<br />
status = Command |<br />
capital = [[Cocoanut Grove | Cacao Grove]] |<br />
largecity = [[Chocolate Springs]] |<br />
<br />
title = Chancellor |<br />
government = Republic |<br />
leader = [[Ryan Caruso | Franklin Ross]] |<br />
<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = Chocolatist |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
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'''Choconya''' is a region along the southern coast of [[Apollonia]], originally an independent nation in the very early days of the [[Apollo Sector]], although more closely tied to the [[Cyber-Island Chain | Cyber-Islands]] and [[Cyberia]]. It eventually passed into the hands of the United Imperium of Cyberia and Emperor Jacobus, and later was gifted to [[Audentior]]. As an Audente subject Choconya became tied to [[Kildare]] and with their secession became part of [[Jingdao]]. It is presently a command (province) of the [[Raynor Isles]] and [[Norfolk]].<br />
<br />
==Etymology and terminology==<br />
<br />
As the name might suggest, Choconya (or Choconia in Latin countries) is derived from the word chocolate, and essentially means "the land of chocolate".<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===Chocolate, the Foundation===<br />
"Eating chocolate every single day, who does not want to live there? That's what Lisa Elliott and Tammie Lee thought too. During a boring lesson in geography they founded Choconya, a religious movement about chocolate.<br />
<br />
Lisa became the "Chocolate Goddess" and the official holiday was declared to be Easter, of course because you can eat a lot lot lot chocolate. <br />
<br />
Because the religious character the movement didn't attract new members, Lisa got rid of her goddess-status, and let herself be crowned queen on 25 September 1997. <br />
<br />
Choconya survived several incidents, among them a few separations and a civil war, before fading into obscurity as a holding of Cyberia.<br />
<br />
===Exceptions & Conflict===<br />
<br />
It seems that Choconya took sides in the events following the [[First War of Cyberian Liberation]]. From the [[Mattimeo Messenger]] of September 14, 1998, --<br />
<br />
Quote-<br />
----<br />
Choconya, Falkenberg Impose Embargo on Cyberia,<br />
Hickey Asks for GA Complaint Against Choconya<br />
----<br />
In their continuing attempts to blackmail Cyberia into recognizing the false claims of [[East Cyberia]] to the Provinces of [[Mala]] and [[Windsor]], the Kingdoms of Choconya and [[Falkenberg]] last week imposed an embargo on Cyberian goods. This is in addition to diplomatic sanctions previously imposed by the two monarchies against Cyberia. The embargo is largely symbolic due to the fact that little or no trade previously existed between either despotism and Cyberia.<br />
<br />
In response to the latest moves by Choconya and Falkenberg, Dep. [[Peter Hickey]] (PFP-At Large) introduced a resolution in the [[Chamber of Deputies]] last week calling upon the President to bring a formal grievance in the [[Grand Alliance]] Council against Choconya, seeking relief and restitution against Choconya for "aggression and attempting to interfere with the internal affairs of Choconya." Both Cyberia and Choconya are members of the Grand Alliance. The Chamber will vote on Hickey's resolution in its next meeting.<br />
<br />
close quote.<br />
----------------------------------------------- <br />
===From the Portuguese microwiki===<br />
<br />
Quote:<br />
<br />
The Kingdom of the Chocônia (in English, Choconya) is a anglophone modelist micronation. Chocônia (spelling later changed to"... nya") was established by Australians & New Zealanders to be the land of chocolate. It merged with [[Reunion]] but then seceeded and united with Pingüínia ([[Penguinea]]). After another unsuccessful union, Choconya decided you live separately to under Queen Lisa I. <br />
<br />
(close quote.)<br />
<br />
===Other mentions of Choconya===<br />
Denis: "I searched the net to find some pictures of Choconya but I found out that Choconya is no longer. I got that information from [[Claudio de Castro]]." <br />
<br />
'He wrote me in a mail : <br />
<br />
"Choconya used to be a province of the "micronational superpower", the [[Holy Empire of Réunion]] (Imperial Territory of Greater Choconia), from which it secceeded in Feb, 1998 (they claimed their chocolate-lovers religion was not accepted by the christian empire). Founded by [[Lisa Elliot]] and [[Rick Harwood]], two Australians (with the union of their two nations, Soveraat and Great Choconia), after the seccession from the Holy Empire (http://www.reuniao.org ) they became a Monarchy (KINGDOM OF CHOCONIA), on which Queen Lisa I ruled. <br />
<br />
After a while, the nation became "the New Commonwealth of Choconia" with Mr. Harwood as Chancellor. <br />
<br />
Later on (around July, 1999), it finally, and unfortunately died. Elliot and Harwood are now citizens of Penguinea, another micronation." <br />
<br />
http://members.fortunecity.com/niksje/id4.htm<br />
<br />
The illustrious [[Cody Williams]] attempted to revive the nation later, with little success. For a time [[Cocoanut Grove]] was considered as the capital city. It was annexed by Emperor [[Jacobus]] to the [[United Imperium]] as a condominium (with [[Audentior]]), and later as a [[protectorate]].<br />
<br />
The intent was to make a Free City and intermicronational meeting site, but this did not come to pass.<br />
<br />
===Revival with Jingdao===<br />
<br />
After many years as a forgotten backwater, the rise of [[Norfolk]] as a strong state rekindled interest in Choconya. The destruction of Tymaria City as the region's largest metropolis also sent many refugees fleeing into surrounding territories, including Choconya. This growth in population and interest have led to a revival of its stagnant economy, and a sharp increase in chocolate production.<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
As might be surmised by its name, Choconya's primary economic base is in producing chocolate. The equatorial climate makes it an ideal location for growing cacao (Themobroma cacao), and indeed this was the first basis for development around Cacao Grove. Refined chocolate became a more recent development, originating around the city of Chocolate Springs. The city has become an important exporter of fine chocolates worldwide. Tourism has also become an important source of revenue, and many cafes serving various forms of chocolate have sprung up in the major cities, especially Chocolate Springs. <br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
The Chocolate Guard is the local militia of Choconya and the last remnant of its independent military force from the now bygone kingdom. Incorporated as a regiment of the Norfolkian Army, the Chocolate Guard is essentially responsible for the routine day-to-day defense of Choconya, unless greater military demands warrant bringing in outside troops from nearby Biotopia or Libertopia. While a relatively small force, being the remnant of the old Choconyan Army, the Chocolate Guard is an elite unit that the locals are very proud of.<br />
<br />
Chocolate Guards are a unique combination of warrior and chef. As the very early Choconyans were connoisseurs of chocolate, and therefore artists in its cooking and preparation, being a chef was considered a great honor. Even today Choconya is renowned for its culinary institutions. So dedicated to cooking were the first Choconyans that they had no trained army. Thus in its first conflicts Choconya recruited many chefs to the military. As such it became tradition for elite soldiers to be dual trained as master chefs and commandos. These soldiers could wield a knife equally on a battlefield or in the kitchen. While this special training was reserved mostly for elite soldiers, as Choconya's defense became the responsibility of Norfolk, the Chocolate Guard was retained as the most representative (and capable) force for defending the territory.<br />
<br />
This tradition remains firmly in place today, and all members of the Chocolate Guard are trained both at the Culinary Institute of Cacao Grove and at the Norfolk Military Academy. Wearing their traditional chefs outfit into battle can often confuse an enemy, who assumes them to be the auxiliary support for the troops, only to be surprised by their combat skills - albeit often too late.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
Choconya is located in southern Apollonia, east of Audentior and along the coast. It is considered a part of the [[Raynor Isles]], even though it is on the mainland of the continent. Being situated close to the equator gives the area a tropical climate, which has proven quite suitable for the many chocolate plantations that now bisect the region.<br />
<br />
[[category: Subdivision]]<br />
[[category: Kildare]]<br />
[[category: Jingdao]]<br />
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare|<br />
image_flag = Melangia flag2016.png|<br />
subdivision = Melangia |<br />
status = County |<br />
capital = Sakatra |<br />
largecity = Sakatra|<br />
title = Count |<br />
government = County |<br />
leader = [[Anders von Weise]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Cedrism]] - followers of Sakat |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
Melangia was the leading county of the Barony of [[Atterock]] and the private county of [[Andreas the Wise]] for all his time in Shireroth. After he left, the Melangian [[Cla'Udi]] took over as Count, and has been count ever since.<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
Inhabitance of the island dates back to the coming of [[Sakat]] early in time, and his creation of the first Mel'anje. Since then they have served him as priests and historians, including predicting the plague that swept Kildare, and ensuring much of the history was preserved within their libraries.<br />
<br />
The Mel’anje are ancient relatives of Micras’ oldest recorded civilization and purported ‘first people’, the Mal’anje. While the original location of the Mal’anje homeland is disputed (reportedly somewhere on Keltia), the Mel’anje have kept careful records of their origins. Yet as no records exist prior to the schism, their archives have provided little help in determining the original location of Mala, the Mal’anje homeland.<br />
<br />
According to ancient texts, the Mel’anje were the seafaring explorers of the Mal’anje civilization. They worshipped the Squid God of Time, Sakat, which differed from the gods worshipped by the main Mal’anje castes. A cataclysmic tsunami is said to have hit Mala and destroyed much of the civilization. The disaster was blamed on Sakat, and thus a rift formed between the Mel’anje and Mal’anje. As the tsunami destroyed much of the coast, the Mel’anje were greatly reduced in number. The Mal’anje, who had decided that the Mel’anje must be exterminated in order to placate the gods, quickly overpowered them. The Mel’anje gathered their remaining forces and made a fighting retreat to the sea, fleeing in their ships across the uncharted oceans.<br />
<br />
For a thousand years they sailed the wide oceans of Micras, living off the sea, and adapting to an aqueous life. This resulted in the physical changes that have made the Mel’anje a distinct race. Forced to adapt, the Mel’anje developed gills and webbed fingers and toes. Having a narrower form and more agility allowed them to become deft swimmers. Their gills allowed them to breathe underwater for extended periods of time, giving them the advantage of being able to dive for shellfish and spear hunting.<br />
<br />
The physical changes made them unwelcome among normal humans, and so the Mel’anje remained a nomadic people for many centuries. Eventually however their population grew to such a size that the Elders determined they must find a place to settle. After a long search they came across a deserted island with favorable conditions similar to their old homeland. This they settled and named Melangia.<br />
<br />
Young and budding as a new civilization, the Mel’anje were invited by Emperor Jacobus to join the United Imperium. Fearing for their own protection they readily joined, and remained a part of that nation, as it became a component of Tymaria and eventually Shireroth. As the years passed the Mel’anje became closely aligned with the Kildarians, and they threw their lot in with them when Kildare seceded from Shireroth. Relatively isolated, they were able to avoid the massive destruction that destroyed Antica, Jingdao and Apollonia. As people began to rebuild, the Mel’anje found an ally in the Norfolkians, likewise an ancient seafaring people. And so Melangia has joined Norfolk, who in turn is helping to bring this ancient race out of the shadows of time.<br />
<br />
[[File:Melanjewoman.jpg|thumb|right|150px|A female Melangian in traditional costume]]<br />
<br />
==The Mel'anje People==<br />
They are quite comfortable in the water, swimming and diving around. They're shorter than normal humans, and often look a bit like they're sneaking. They have a great respect for seers, having produced a number themselves, and especially like divination from looking at clouds. They're also good with history and knowledge and so on. They produce the best historians.<br />
<br />
==Temple to [[Sakat]]==<br />
Sakat, Squid god of Time, and patron god of historians, has his temple in Melangia. In it are kept many sacred and historical scrolls, and the sacred ink. The current high priest is [[Andreas the Wise]].<br />
<br />
==Cloud Divining==<br />
Nobody knows quite when the principal of Cloud-Divining started on Melangia. It just appears to be something that 'was always there'. A pre-eminent Gralan-Atterockian Historian mused that the Mel'anje people were created around the time the Etruri, some Gralan mortals with god like powers, were at the height of their power. The Etruri were known to have communicated to their followers with lightning. And they were known to have been active on the Kendall Isles, so close to Melangia. Who is to say they didn't also communicate with clouds, and the Melangians learnt to read it.<br />
<br />
But that time was long since past, and what may once have been a practical method to read the emotions of god-like people had long since become an artform that the most devout Melangians all swore by. There was, apparently, no end to what could be read in the clouds - in their shape, form, thickness ... and in the colours they formed at sunset.<br />
<br />
[[File:MelangiaFlag.png|thumb|left|Flag of Shirerithian Melangia]]<br />
<br />
Anyone familiar with chaos theory, and the idea that a butterfly flapping its wings in Toketi New Shirlan could cause a storm in Magna Novatainia would feel comfortable with much of what he talked about - clouds picking up disturbances in the weather patterns, air currents etc, which would allow a Cloud-Diviner to predict the weather several days ahead, and up to a few hundred kilometres away. They might shy away from his other comments though. He talked about the weather influencing people's moods (which was obvious), but also about people's moods influencing the weather. He talked about different emotions producing subtly different pheremones and gas structures into the air, which, in large enough volumes, would be reflected in the particular shape of the borders of clouds. He talked about reading pollutants in the air, or an increase in the number of cows, or even that he could predict a war, by the shapes the clouds formed when much gunpowder was in the air from increased training exercises.<br />
<br />
==The Atterock==<br />
A huge stone fell from the sky in the twelth year of the Reign of Raynor XI. It was named the Atterock, and revered by locals. Eventually it was discovered to have been from a satellite exploded by [[Locke]], under the influence of the [[Remnant]], in an attempt to recreate the Eve of Destruction.<br />
<br />
==Melangian Naming Conventions==<br />
Melangian Naming Convention 101:<br /><br />
There must be a ' after the third letter in the word.<br /><br />
<br />
Melangian Naming Convention 102:<br /><br />
There do exist further subtleties beyond a '. For example, it's thoroughly innapropriate to name someone Xxx'wassisnameIdunnohowlongthisthingisgonnagobutitstoolong.<br /><br />
The subtleties, as currently known, are:<br /><br />
There will only be three or four letters after the '.<br /><br />
The first letter of the name cannot be a vowel (preferably there is only one vowel in the first three letters, though two in the second is appropriate).<br /><br />
Significant names include parts (or a variation thereof) of Melangia or Sakat (as in Mel'Kat).<br /><br />
Melangian naming is quite similiar to Hau'Oli naming (though it tends to use more vowels) but is not, despite the ', bearing any relation to Micron naming.<br /><br />
The ' indicates a slight pause, nothing more.<br />
<br />
==Prominent Citizens==<br />
Mel'Kat - Commander of the Atterockian Navy, and veteran of the [[Bosworth War]], the Kildarian Civil War (aka the [[Gong Li Rebellion]] and various others.<br />
Cla'Udi - Chief Cloud Diviner of the Melangians, and one of their most respected elders.<br />
Ramus the Farsighted - A great seer of the Melangian people, and the seer who foretold [[From the North]].<br />
Andreas the Wise - High Priest of Sakat and Baron of Atterock.<br />
<br />
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare|<br />
image_flag = Melangia flag2016.png|<br />
subdivision = Melangia |<br />
status = County |<br />
capital = Sakatra |<br />
largecity = Sakatra|<br />
title = Count |<br />
government = County |<br />
leader = [[Anders von Weise]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Cedrism]] - followers of Sakat |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
Melangia was the leading county of the Barony of [[Atterock]] and the private county of [[Andreas the Wise]] for all his time in Shireroth. After he left, the Melangian [[Cla'Udi]] took over as Count, and has been count ever since.<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
Inhabitance of the island dates back to the coming of [[Sakat]] early in time, and his creation of the first Mel'anje. Since then they have served him as priests and historians, including predicting the plague that swept Kildare, and ensuring much of the history was preserved within their libraries.<br />
<br />
The Mel’anje are ancient relatives of Micras’ oldest recorded civilization and purported ‘first people’, the Mal’anje. While the original location of the Mal’anje homeland is disputed (reportedly somewhere on Keltia), the Mel’anje have kept careful records of their origins. Yet as no records exist prior to the schism, their archives have provided little help in determining the original location of Mala, the Mal’anje homeland.<br />
<br />
According to ancient texts, the Mel’anje were the seafaring explorers of the Mal’anje civilization. They worshipped the Squid God of Time, Sakat, which differed from the gods worshipped by the main Mal’anje castes. A cataclysmic tsunami is said to have hit Mala and destroyed much of the civilization. The disaster was blamed on Sakat, and thus a rift formed between the Mel’anje and Mal’anje. As the tsunami destroyed much of the coast, the Mel’anje were greatly reduced in number. The Mal’anje, who had decided that the Mel’anje must be exterminated in order to placate the gods, quickly overpowered them. The Mel’anje gathered their remaining forces and made a fighting retreat to the sea, fleeing in their ships across the uncharted oceans.<br />
<br />
For a thousand years they sailed the wide oceans of Micras, living off the sea, and adapting to an aqueous life. This resulted in the physical changes that have made the Mel’anje a distinct race. Forced to adapt, the Mel’anje developed gills and webbed fingers and toes. Having a narrower form and more agility allowed them to become deft swimmers. Their gills allowed them to breathe underwater for extended periods of time, giving them the advantage of being able to dive for shellfish and spear hunting.<br />
<br />
The physical changes made them unwelcome among normal humans, and so the Mel’anje remained a nomadic people for many centuries. Eventually however their population grew to such a size that the Elders determined they must find a place to settle. After a long search they came across a deserted island with favorable conditions similar to their old homeland. This they settled and named Melangia.<br />
<br />
Young and budding as a new civilization, the Mel’anje were invited by Emperor Jacobus to join the United Imperium. Fearing for their own protection they readily joined, and remained a part of that nation, as it became a component of Tymaria and eventually Shireroth. As the years passed the Mel’anje became closely aligned with the Kildarians, and they threw their lot in with them when Kildare seceded from Shireroth. Relatively isolated, they were able to avoid the massive destruction that destroyed Antica, Jingdao and Apollonia. As people began to rebuild, the Mel’anje found an ally in the Norfolkians, likewise an ancient seafaring people. And so Melangia has joined Norfolk, who in turn is helping to bring this ancient race out of the shadows of time.<br />
<br />
[[File:Melanjewoman.jpg|thumb|left|150px|A female Melangian in traditional costume]]<br />
<br />
==The Mel'anje People==<br />
They are quite comfortable in the water, swimming and diving around. They're shorter than normal humans, and often look a bit like they're sneaking. They have a great respect for seers, having produced a number themselves, and especially like divination from looking at clouds. They're also good with history and knowledge and so on. They produce the best historians.<br />
<br />
==Temple to [[Sakat]]==<br />
Sakat, Squid god of Time, and patron god of historians, has his temple in Melangia. In it are kept many sacred and historical scrolls, and the sacred ink. The current high priest is [[Andreas the Wise]].<br />
<br />
==Cloud Divining==<br />
Nobody knows quite when the principal of Cloud-Divining started on Melangia. It just appears to be something that 'was always there'. A pre-eminent Gralan-Atterockian Historian mused that the Mel'anje people were created around the time the Etruri, some Gralan mortals with god like powers, were at the height of their power. The Etruri were known to have communicated to their followers with lightning. And they were known to have been active on the Kendall Isles, so close to Melangia. Who is to say they didn't also communicate with clouds, and the Melangians learnt to read it.<br />
<br />
But that time was long since past, and what may once have been a practical method to read the emotions of god-like people had long since become an artform that the most devout Melangians all swore by. There was, apparently, no end to what could be read in the clouds - in their shape, form, thickness ... and in the colours they formed at sunset.<br />
<br />
[[File:MelangiaFlag.png|thumb|left|Flag of Shirerithian Melangia]]<br />
<br />
Anyone familiar with chaos theory, and the idea that a butterfly flapping its wings in Toketi New Shirlan could cause a storm in Magna Novatainia would feel comfortable with much of what he talked about - clouds picking up disturbances in the weather patterns, air currents etc, which would allow a Cloud-Diviner to predict the weather several days ahead, and up to a few hundred kilometres away. They might shy away from his other comments though. He talked about the weather influencing people's moods (which was obvious), but also about people's moods influencing the weather. He talked about different emotions producing subtly different pheremones and gas structures into the air, which, in large enough volumes, would be reflected in the particular shape of the borders of clouds. He talked about reading pollutants in the air, or an increase in the number of cows, or even that he could predict a war, by the shapes the clouds formed when much gunpowder was in the air from increased training exercises.<br />
<br />
==The Atterock==<br />
A huge stone fell from the sky in the twelth year of the Reign of Raynor XI. It was named the Atterock, and revered by locals. Eventually it was discovered to have been from a satellite exploded by [[Locke]], under the influence of the [[Remnant]], in an attempt to recreate the Eve of Destruction.<br />
<br />
==Melangian Naming Conventions==<br />
Melangian Naming Convention 101:<br /><br />
There must be a ' after the third letter in the word.<br /><br />
<br />
Melangian Naming Convention 102:<br /><br />
There do exist further subtleties beyond a '. For example, it's thoroughly innapropriate to name someone Xxx'wassisnameIdunnohowlongthisthingisgonnagobutitstoolong.<br /><br />
The subtleties, as currently known, are:<br /><br />
There will only be three or four letters after the '.<br /><br />
The first letter of the name cannot be a vowel (preferably there is only one vowel in the first three letters, though two in the second is appropriate).<br /><br />
Significant names include parts (or a variation thereof) of Melangia or Sakat (as in Mel'Kat).<br /><br />
Melangian naming is quite similiar to Hau'Oli naming (though it tends to use more vowels) but is not, despite the ', bearing any relation to Micron naming.<br /><br />
The ' indicates a slight pause, nothing more.<br />
<br />
==Prominent Citizens==<br />
Mel'Kat - Commander of the Atterockian Navy, and veteran of the [[Bosworth War]], the Kildarian Civil War (aka the [[Gong Li Rebellion]] and various others.<br />
Cla'Udi - Chief Cloud Diviner of the Melangians, and one of their most respected elders.<br />
Ramus the Farsighted - A great seer of the Melangian people, and the seer who foretold [[From the North]].<br />
Andreas the Wise - High Priest of Sakat and Baron of Atterock.<br />
<br />
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare|<br />
image_flag = Melangia flag2016.png|<br />
subdivision = Melangia |<br />
status = County |<br />
capital = Sakatra |<br />
largecity = Sakatra|<br />
title = Count |<br />
government = County |<br />
leader = [[Anders von Weise]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Cedrism]] - followers of Sakat |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
Melangia was the leading county of the Barony of [[Atterock]] and the private county of [[Andreas the Wise]] for all his time in Shireroth. After he left, the Melangian [[Cla'Udi]] took over as Count, and has been count ever since.<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
Inhabitance of the island dates back to the coming of [[Sakat]] early in time, and his creation of the first Mel'anje. Since then they have served him as priests and historians, including predicting the plague that swept Kildare, and ensuring much of the history was preserved within their libraries.<br />
<br />
The Mel’anje are ancient relatives of Micras’ oldest recorded civilization and purported ‘first people’, the Mal’anje. While the original location of the Mal’anje homeland is disputed (reportedly somewhere on Keltia), the Mel’anje have kept careful records of their origins. Yet as no records exist prior to the schism, their archives have provided little help in determining the original location of Mala, the Mal’anje homeland.<br />
<br />
According to ancient texts, the Mel’anje were the seafaring explorers of the Mal’anje civilization. They worshipped the Squid God of Time, Sakat, which differed from the gods worshipped by the main Mal’anje castes. A cataclysmic tsunami is said to have hit Mala and destroyed much of the civilization. The disaster was blamed on Sakat, and thus a rift formed between the Mel’anje and Mal’anje. As the tsunami destroyed much of the coast, the Mel’anje were greatly reduced in number. The Mal’anje, who had decided that the Mel’anje must be exterminated in order to placate the gods, quickly overpowered them. The Mel’anje gathered their remaining forces and made a fighting retreat to the sea, fleeing in their ships across the uncharted oceans.<br />
<br />
For a thousand years they sailed the wide oceans of Micras, living off the sea, and adapting to an aqueous life. This resulted in the physical changes that have made the Mel’anje a distinct race. Forced to adapt, the Mel’anje developed gills and webbed fingers and toes. Having a narrower form and more agility allowed them to become deft swimmers. Their gills allowed them to breathe underwater for extended periods of time, giving them the advantage of being able to dive for shellfish and spear hunting.<br />
<br />
The physical changes made them unwelcome among normal humans, and so the Mel’anje remained a nomadic people for many centuries. Eventually however their population grew to such a size that the Elders determined they must find a place to settle. After a long search they came across a deserted island with favorable conditions similar to their old homeland. This they settled and named Melangia.<br />
<br />
Young and budding as a new civilization, the Mel’anje were invited by Emperor Jacobus to join the United Imperium. Fearing for their own protection they readily joined, and remained a part of that nation, as it became a component of Tymaria and eventually Shireroth. As the years passed the Mel’anje became closely aligned with the Kildarians, and they threw their lot in with them when Kildare seceded from Shireroth. Relatively isolated, they were able to avoid the massive destruction that destroyed Antica, Jingdao and Apollonia. As people began to rebuild, the Mel’anje found an ally in the Norfolkians, likewise an ancient seafaring people. And so Melangia has joined Norfolk, who in turn is helping to bring this ancient race out of the shadows of time.<br />
<br />
==The Mel'anje People==<br />
They are quite comfortable in the water, swimming and diving around. They're shorter than normal humans, and often look a bit like they're sneaking. They have a great respect for seers, having produced a number themselves, and especially like divination from looking at clouds. They're also good with history and knowledge and so on. They produce the best historians.<br />
<br />
==Temple to [[Sakat]]==<br />
Sakat, Squid god of Time, and patron god of historians, has his temple in Melangia. In it are kept many sacred and historical scrolls, and the sacred ink. The current high priest is [[Andreas the Wise]].<br />
<br />
==Cloud Divining==<br />
Nobody knows quite when the principal of Cloud-Divining started on Melangia. It just appears to be something that 'was always there'. A pre-eminent Gralan-Atterockian Historian mused that the Mel'anje people were created around the time the Etruri, some Gralan mortals with god like powers, were at the height of their power. The Etruri were known to have communicated to their followers with lightning. And they were known to have been active on the Kendall Isles, so close to Melangia. Who is to say they didn't also communicate with clouds, and the Melangians learnt to read it.<br />
<br />
But that time was long since past, and what may once have been a practical method to read the emotions of god-like people had long since become an artform that the most devout Melangians all swore by. There was, apparently, no end to what could be read in the clouds - in their shape, form, thickness ... and in the colours they formed at sunset.<br />
<br />
[[File:MelangiaFlag.png|thumb|left|Flag of Shirerithian Melangia]]<br />
<br />
Anyone familiar with chaos theory, and the idea that a butterfly flapping its wings in Toketi New Shirlan could cause a storm in Magna Novatainia would feel comfortable with much of what he talked about - clouds picking up disturbances in the weather patterns, air currents etc, which would allow a Cloud-Diviner to predict the weather several days ahead, and up to a few hundred kilometres away. They might shy away from his other comments though. He talked about the weather influencing people's moods (which was obvious), but also about people's moods influencing the weather. He talked about different emotions producing subtly different pheremones and gas structures into the air, which, in large enough volumes, would be reflected in the particular shape of the borders of clouds. He talked about reading pollutants in the air, or an increase in the number of cows, or even that he could predict a war, by the shapes the clouds formed when much gunpowder was in the air from increased training exercises.<br />
<br />
==The Atterock==<br />
A huge stone fell from the sky in the twelth year of the Reign of Raynor XI. It was named the Atterock, and revered by locals. Eventually it was discovered to have been from a satellite exploded by [[Locke]], under the influence of the [[Remnant]], in an attempt to recreate the Eve of Destruction.<br />
<br />
==Melangian Naming Conventions==<br />
Melangian Naming Convention 101:<br /><br />
There must be a ' after the third letter in the word.<br /><br />
<br />
Melangian Naming Convention 102:<br /><br />
There do exist further subtleties beyond a '. For example, it's thoroughly innapropriate to name someone Xxx'wassisnameIdunnohowlongthisthingisgonnagobutitstoolong.<br /><br />
The subtleties, as currently known, are:<br /><br />
There will only be three or four letters after the '.<br /><br />
The first letter of the name cannot be a vowel (preferably there is only one vowel in the first three letters, though two in the second is appropriate).<br /><br />
Significant names include parts (or a variation thereof) of Melangia or Sakat (as in Mel'Kat).<br /><br />
Melangian naming is quite similiar to Hau'Oli naming (though it tends to use more vowels) but is not, despite the ', bearing any relation to Micron naming.<br /><br />
The ' indicates a slight pause, nothing more.<br />
<br />
==Prominent Citizens==<br />
Mel'Kat - Commander of the Atterockian Navy, and veteran of the [[Bosworth War]], the Kildarian Civil War (aka the [[Gong Li Rebellion]] and various others.<br />
Cla'Udi - Chief Cloud Diviner of the Melangians, and one of their most respected elders.<br />
Ramus the Farsighted - A great seer of the Melangian people, and the seer who foretold [[From the North]].<br />
Andreas the Wise - High Priest of Sakat and Baron of Atterock.<br />
<br />
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare |<br />
subdivision = Choconya |<br />
image_flag = Choconia_flag.PNG|<br />
coat of arms = Choconya COA.png|<br />
status = Command |<br />
capital = [[Cocoanut Grove | Cacao Grove]] |<br />
largecity = [[Chocolate Springs]] |<br />
<br />
title = Chancellor |<br />
government = Republic |<br />
leader = [[Ryan Caruso | Franklin Ross]] |<br />
<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = Chocolatist |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
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'''Choconya''' is a region along the southern coast of [[Apollonia]], originally an independent nation in the very early days of the [[Apollo Sector]], although more closely tied to the [[Cyber-Island Chain | Cyber-Islands]] and [[Cyberia]]. It eventually passed into the hands of the United Imperium of Cyberia and Emperor Jacobus, and later was gifted to [[Audentior]]. As an Audente subject Choconya became tied to [[Kildare]] and with their secession became part of [[Jingdao]]. It is presently a command (province) of the [[Raynor Isles]] and [[Norfolk]].<br />
<br />
==Etymology and terminology==<br />
<br />
As the name might suggest, Choconya (or Choconia in Latin countries) is derived from the word chocolate, and essentially means "the land of chocolate".<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===Chocolate, the Foundation===<br />
"Eating chocolate every single day, who does not want to live there? That's what Lisa Elliott and Tammie Lee thought too. During a boring lesson in geography they founded Choconya, a religious movement about chocolate.<br />
<br />
Lisa became the "Chocolate Goddess" and the official holiday was declared to be Easter, of course because you can eat a lot lot lot chocolate. <br />
<br />
Because the religious character the movement didn't attract new members, Lisa got rid of her goddess-status, and let herself be crowned queen on 25 September 1997. <br />
<br />
Choconya survived several incidents, among them a few separations and a civil war, before fading into obscurity as a holding of Cyberia.<br />
<br />
===Exceptions & Conflict===<br />
<br />
It seems that Choconya took sides in the events following the [[First War of Cyberian Liberation]]. From the [[Mattimeo Messenger]] of September 14, 1998, --<br />
<br />
Quote-<br />
----<br />
Choconya, Falkenberg Impose Embargo on Cyberia,<br />
Hickey Asks for GA Complaint Against Choconya<br />
----<br />
In their continuing attempts to blackmail Cyberia into recognizing the false claims of [[East Cyberia]] to the Provinces of [[Mala]] and [[Windsor]], the Kingdoms of Choconya and [[Falkenberg]] last week imposed an embargo on Cyberian goods. This is in addition to diplomatic sanctions previously imposed by the two monarchies against Cyberia. The embargo is largely symbolic due to the fact that little or no trade previously existed between either despotism and Cyberia.<br />
<br />
In response to the latest moves by Choconya and Falkenberg, Dep. [[Peter Hickey]] (PFP-At Large) introduced a resolution in the [[Chamber of Deputies]] last week calling upon the President to bring a formal grievance in the [[Grand Alliance]] Council against Choconya, seeking relief and restitution against Choconya for "aggression and attempting to interfere with the internal affairs of Choconya." Both Cyberia and Choconya are members of the Grand Alliance. The Chamber will vote on Hickey's resolution in its next meeting.<br />
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close quote.<br />
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===From the Portuguese microwiki===<br />
<br />
Quote:<br />
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The Kingdom of the Chocônia (in English, Choconya) is a anglophone modelist micronation. Chocônia (spelling later changed to"... nya") was established by Australians & New Zealanders to be the land of chocolate. It merged with [[Reunion]] but then seceeded and united with Pingüínia ([[Penguinea]]). After another unsuccessful union, Choconya decided you live separately to under Queen Lisa I. <br />
<br />
(close quote.)<br />
<br />
===Other mentions of Choconya===<br />
Denis: "I searched the net to find some pictures of Choconya but I found out that Choconya is no longer. I got that information from [[Claudio de Castro]]." <br />
<br />
'He wrote me in a mail : <br />
<br />
"Choconya used to be a province of the "micronational superpower", the [[Holy Empire of Réunion]] (Imperial Territory of Greater Choconia), from which it secceeded in Feb, 1998 (they claimed their chocolate-lovers religion was not accepted by the christian empire). Founded by [[Lisa Elliot]] and [[Rick Harwood]], two Australians (with the union of their two nations, Soveraat and Great Choconia), after the seccession from the Holy Empire (http://www.reuniao.org ) they became a Monarchy (KINGDOM OF CHOCONIA), on which Queen Lisa I ruled. <br />
<br />
After a while, the nation became "the New Commonwealth of Choconia" with Mr. Harwood as Chancellor. <br />
<br />
Later on (around July, 1999), it finally, and unfortunately died. Elliot and Harwood are now citizens of Penguinea, another micronation." <br />
<br />
http://members.fortunecity.com/niksje/id4.htm<br />
<br />
The illustrious [[Cody Williams]] attempted to revive the nation later, with little success. For a time [[Cocoanut Grove]] was considered as the capital city. It was annexed by Emperor [[Jacobus]] to the [[United Imperium]] as a condominium (with [[Audentior]]), and later as a [[protectorate]].<br />
<br />
The intent was to make a Free City and intermicronational meeting site, but this did not come to pass.<br />
<br />
===Revival with Jingdao===<br />
<br />
After many years as a forgotten backwater, the rise of [[Norfolk]] as a strong state rekindled interest in Choconya. The destruction of Tymaria City as the region's largest metropolis also sent many refugees fleeing into surrounding territories, including Choconya. This growth in population and interest have led to a revival of its stagnant economy, and a sharp increase in chocolate production.<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
As might be surmised by its name, Choconya's primary economic base is in producing chocolate. The equatorial climate makes it an ideal location for growing cacao (Themobroma cacao), and indeed this was the first basis for development around Cacao Grove. Refined chocolate became a more recent development, originating around the city of Chocolate Springs. The city has become an important exporter of fine chocolates worldwide. Tourism has also become an important source of revenue, and many cafes serving various forms of chocolate have sprung up in the major cities, especially Chocolate Springs. <br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
Choconya has no local military, and its defense is provided for by [[Norfolk]]. A remnant from Choconya's independent days is retained, the Chocolate Guard, and serves as a local militia.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
Choconya is located in southern Apollonia, east of Audentior and along the coast. It is considered a part of the [[Raynor Isles]], even though it is on the mainland of the continent. Being situated close to the equator gives the area a tropical climate, which has proven quite suitable for the many chocolate plantations that now bisect the region.<br />
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[[category: Subdivision]]<br />
[[category: Kildare]]<br />
[[category: Jingdao]]<br />
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare |<br />
subdivision = Choconya |<br />
image_flag = Choconia_flag.PNG|<br />
coat of arms = Choconya COA.png|<br />
status = Command |<br />
capital = [[Cocoanut Grove | Cacao Grove]] |<br />
largecity = [[Chocolate Springs]] |<br />
<br />
title = Chancellor |<br />
government = Republic |<br />
leader = [[Ryan Caruso | Franklin Ross]] |<br />
<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = Chocolatist |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
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'''Choconya''' is a region along the southern coast of [[Apollonia]], originally an independent nation in the very early days of the [[Apollo Sector]], although more closely tied to the [[Cyber-Island Chain | Cyber-Islands]] and [[Cyberia]]. It eventually passed into the hands of the United Imperium of Cyberia and Emperor Jacobus, and later was gifted to [[Audentior]]. As an Audente subject Choconya became tied to [[Kildare]] and with their secession became part of [[Jingdao]]. It is presently a command (province) of the [[Raynor Isles]] and [[Norfolk]].<br />
<br />
==Etymology and terminology==<br />
<br />
As the name might suggest, Choconya (or Choconia in Latin countries) is derived from the word chocolate, and essentially means "the land of chocolate".<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===Chocolate, the Foundation===<br />
"Eating chocolate every single day, who does not want to live there? That's what Lisa Elliott and Tammie Lee thought too. During a boring lesson in geography they founded Choconya, a religious movement about chocolate.<br />
<br />
Lisa became the "Chocolate Goddess" and the official holiday was declared to be Easter, of course because you can eat a lot lot lot chocolate. <br />
<br />
Because the religious character the movement didn't attract new members, Lisa got rid of her goddess-status, and let herself be crowned queen on 25 September 1997. <br />
<br />
Choconya survived several incidents, among them a few separations and a civil war, before fading into obscurity as a holding of Cyberia.<br />
<br />
===Exceptions & Conflict===<br />
<br />
It seems that Choconya took sides in the events following the [[First War of Cyberian Liberation]]. From the [[Mattimeo Messenger]] of September 14, 1998, --<br />
<br />
Quote-<br />
----<br />
Choconya, Falkenberg Impose Embargo on Cyberia,<br />
Hickey Asks for GA Complaint Against Choconya<br />
----<br />
In their continuing attempts to blackmail Cyberia into recognizing the false claims of [[East Cyberia]] to the Provinces of [[Mala]] and [[Windsor]], the Kingdoms of Choconya and [[Falkenberg]] last week imposed an embargo on Cyberian goods. This is in addition to diplomatic sanctions previously imposed by the two monarchies against Cyberia. The embargo is largely symbolic due to the fact that little or no trade previously existed between either despotism and Cyberia.<br />
<br />
In response to the latest moves by Choconya and Falkenberg, Dep. [[Peter Hickey]] (PFP-At Large) introduced a resolution in the [[Chamber of Deputies]] last week calling upon the President to bring a formal grievance in the [[Grand Alliance]] Council against Choconya, seeking relief and restitution against Choconya for "aggression and attempting to interfere with the internal affairs of Choconya." Both Cyberia and Choconya are members of the Grand Alliance. The Chamber will vote on Hickey's resolution in its next meeting.<br />
<br />
close quote.<br />
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===From the Portuguese microwiki===<br />
<br />
Quote:<br />
<br />
The Kingdom of the Chocônia (in English, Choconya) is a anglophone modelist micronation. Chocônia (spelling later changed to"... nya") was established by Australians & New Zealanders to be the land of chocolate. It merged with [[Reunion]] but then seceeded and united with Pingüínia ([[Penguinea]]). After another unsuccessful union, Choconya decided you live separately to under Queen Lisa I. <br />
<br />
(close quote.)<br />
<br />
===Other mentions of Choconya===<br />
Denis: "I searched the net to find some pictures of Choconya but I found out that Choconya is no longer. I got that information from [[Claudio de Castro]]." <br />
<br />
'He wrote me in a mail : <br />
<br />
"Choconya used to be a province of the "micronational superpower", the [[Holy Empire of Réunion]] (Imperial Territory of Greater Choconia), from which it secceeded in Feb, 1998 (they claimed their chocolate-lovers religion was not accepted by the christian empire). Founded by [[Lisa Elliot]] and [[Rick Harwood]], two Australians (with the union of their two nations, Soveraat and Great Choconia), after the seccession from the Holy Empire (http://www.reuniao.org ) they became a Monarchy (KINGDOM OF CHOCONIA), on which Queen Lisa I ruled. <br />
<br />
After a while, the nation became "the New Commonwealth of Choconia" with Mr. Harwood as Chancellor. <br />
<br />
Later on (around July, 1999), it finally, and unfortunately died. Elliot and Harwood are now citizens of Penguinea, another micronation." <br />
<br />
http://members.fortunecity.com/niksje/id4.htm<br />
<br />
The illustrious [[Cody Williams]] attempted to revive the nation later, with little success. For a time [[Cocoanut Grove]] was considered as the capital city. It was annexed by Emperor [[Jacobus]] to the [[United Imperium]] as a condominium (with [[Audentior]]), and later as a [[protectorate]].<br />
<br />
The intent was to make a Free City and intermicronational meeting site, but this did not come to pass.<br />
<br />
===Revival with Jingdao===<br />
<br />
After many years as a forgotten backwater, the rise of [[Norfolk]] as a strong state rekindled interest in Choconya. The destruction of Tymaria City as the region's largest metropolis also sent many refugees fleeing into surrounding territories, including Choconya. This growth in population and interest have led to a revival of its stagnant economy, and a sharp increase in chocolate production.<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
As might be surmised by its name, Choconya's primary economic base is in producing chocolate. The equatorial climate makes it an ideal location for growing cacao (Themobroma cacao), and indeed this was the first basis for development around Cacao Grove. Refined chocolate became a more recent development, originating around the city of Chocolate Springs. The city has become an important exporter of fine chocolates worldwide. Tourism has also become an important source of revenue, and many cafes serving various forms of chocolate have sprung up in the major cities, especially Chocolate Springs. <br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
Choconya has no local military, and its defense is provided for by [[Norfolk]]. A remnant from Choconya's independent days is retained, the Chocolate Guard, and serves as a local militia.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
Choconya is located in southern Apollonia.<br />
<br />
[[category: Subdivision]]<br />
[[category: Kildare]]<br />
[[category: Jingdao]]<br />
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<div>The capital and largest city of [[Choconya]]. Became a co-protectorate of the [[United Imperium]] and [[Audentior]] in January of 2000. Around 2003 it passed to [[Shireroth]] amid the donations of Emperor [[Joseph I]].<br />
<br />
Cocoanut Grove was among the title claims included in the [[Cyberian Donations]]. The name was later shortened to Cacao Grove.<br />
<br />
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare |<br />
subdivision = Choconya |<br />
image_flag = Choconia_flag.PNG|<br />
coat of arms = Choconya COA.png|<br />
status = Command |<br />
capital = [[Cocoanut Grove | Cacao Grove]] |<br />
largecity = [[Chocolate Springs]] |<br />
<br />
title = Chancellor |<br />
government = Republic |<br />
leader = [[Ryan Caruso | Franklin Ross]] |<br />
<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = Chocolatist |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''Choconya''' is a region along the southern coast of [[Apollonia]], originally an independent nation in the very early days of the [[Apollo Sector]], although more closely tied to the [[Cyber-Island Chain | Cyber-Islands]] and [[Cyberia]]. It eventually passed into the hands of the United Imperium of Cyberia and Emperor Jacobus, and later was gifted to [[Audentior]]. As an Audente subject Choconya became tied to [[Kildare]] and with their secession became part of [[Jingdao]]. It is presently a command (province) of the [[Raynor Isles]] and [[Norfolk]].<br />
<br />
==Etymology and terminology==<br />
<br />
As the name might suggest, Choconya (or Choconia in Latin countries) is derived from the word chocolate, and essentially means "the land of chocolate".<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===Chocolate, the Foundation===<br />
"Eating chocolate every single day, who does not want to live there? That's what Lisa Elliott and Tammie Lee thought too. During a boring lesson in geography they founded Choconya, a religious movement about chocolate.<br />
<br />
Lisa became the "Chocolate Goddess" and the official holiday was declared to be Easter, of course because you can eat a lot lot lot chocolate. <br />
<br />
Because the religious character the movement didn't attract new members, Lisa got rid of her goddess-status, and let herself be crowned queen on 25 September 1997. <br />
<br />
Choconya survived several incidents, among them a few separations and a civil war, before fading into obscurity as a holding of Cyberia.<br />
<br />
<br />
Original Choconya website:<br />
<br />
http://www.geocities.com/choconyan<br />
<br />
===Exceptions & Conflict===<br />
<br />
It seems that Choconya took sides in the events following the [[First War of Cyberian Liberation]]. From the [[Mattimeo Messenger]] of September 14, 1998, --<br />
<br />
Quote-<br />
----<br />
Choconya, Falkenberg Impose Embargo on Cyberia,<br />
Hickey Asks for GA Complaint Against Choconya<br />
----<br />
In their continuing attempts to blackmail Cyberia into recognizing the false claims of [[East Cyberia]] to the Provinces of [[Mala]] and [[Windsor]], the Kingdoms of Choconya and [[Falkenberg]] last week imposed an embargo on Cyberian goods. This is in addition to diplomatic sanctions previously imposed by the two monarchies against Cyberia. The embargo is largely symbolic due to the fact that little or no trade previously existed between either despotism and Cyberia.<br />
<br />
In response to the latest moves by Choconya and Falkenberg, Dep. [[Peter Hickey]] (PFP-At Large) introduced a resolution in the [[Chamber of Deputies]] last week calling upon the President to bring a formal grievance in the [[Grand Alliance]] Council against Choconya, seeking relief and restitution against Choconya for "aggression and attempting to interfere with the internal affairs of Choconya." Both Cyberia and Choconya are members of the Grand Alliance. The Chamber will vote on Hickey's resolution in its next meeting.<br />
<br />
close quote.<br />
----------------------------------------------- <br />
===From the Portuguese microwiki===<br />
<br />
Quote:<br />
<br />
The Kingdom of the Chocônia (in English, Choconya) is a anglophone modelist micronation. Chocônia (spelling later changed to"... nya") was established by Australians & New Zealanders to be the land of chocolate. It merged with [[Reunion]] but then seceeded and united with Pingüínia ([[Penguinea]]). After another unsuccessful union, Choconya decided you live separately to under Queen Lisa I. <br />
<br />
(close quote.)<br />
<br />
===Other mentions of Choconya===<br />
Denis: "I searched the net to find some pictures of Choconya but I found out that Choconya is no longer. I got that information from [[Claudio de Castro]]." <br />
<br />
'He wrote me in a mail : <br />
<br />
"Choconya used to be a province of the "micronational superpower", the [[Holy Empire of Réunion]] (Imperial Territory of Greater Choconia), from which it secceeded in Feb, 1998 (they claimed their chocolate-lovers religion was not accepted by the christian empire). Founded by [[Lisa Elliot]] and [[Rick Harwood]], two Australians (with the union of their two nations, Soveraat and Great Choconia), after the seccession from the Holy Empire (http://www.reuniao.org ) they became a Monarchy (KINGDOM OF CHOCONIA), on which Queen Lisa I ruled. <br />
<br />
After a while, the nation became "the New Commonwealth of Choconia" with Mr. Harwood as Chancellor. <br />
<br />
Later on (around July, 1999), it finally, and unfortunately died. Elliot and Harwood are now citizens of Penguinea, another micronation." <br />
<br />
http://members.fortunecity.com/niksje/id4.htm<br />
<br />
The illustrious [[Cody Williams]] attempted to revive the nation later, with little success. For a time [[Cocoanut Grove]] was considered as the capital city. It was annexed by Emperor [[Jacobus]] to the [[United Imperium]] as a condominium (with [[Audentior]]), and later as a [[protectorate]].<br />
<br />
The intent was to make a Free City and intermicronational meeting site, but this did not come to pass.<br />
<br />
===Revival with Jingdao===<br />
<br />
After many years as a forgotten backwater, the rise of [[Norfolk]] as a strong state rekindled interest in Choconya. The destruction of Tymaria City as the region's largest metropolis also sent many refugees fleeing into surrounding territories, including Choconya. This growth in population and interest have led to a revival of its stagnant economy, and a sharp increase in chocolate production.<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
As might be surmised by its name, Choconya's primary economic base is in producing chocolate. The equatorial climate makes it an ideal location for growing cacao (Themobroma cacao), and indeed this was the first basis for development around Cacao Grove. Refined chocolate became a more recent development, originating around the city of Chocolate Springs. The city has become an important exporter of fine chocolates worldwide. Tourism has also become an important source of revenue, and many cafes serving various forms of chocolate have sprung up in the major cities, especially Chocolate Springs. <br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
Choconya has no local military, and its defense is provided for by [[Norfolk]]. A remnant from Choconya's independent days is retained, the Chocolate Guard, and serves as a local militia.<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
Choconya is located in southern Apollonia.<br />
<br />
[[category: Subdivision]]<br />
[[category: Kildare]]<br />
[[category: Jingdao]]<br />
[[category: Dead Nations]]</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=Choconya&diff=17018Choconya2016-03-10T15:16:00Z<p>Vlad: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{subdivision Kildare |<br />
subdivision = Choconya |<br />
image_flag = Choconia_flag.PNG|<br />
coat of arms = Choconya COA.png|<br />
status = Command |<br />
capital = [[Cocoanut Grove | Cacao Grove]] |<br />
largecity = [[Chocolate Springs]] |<br />
<br />
title = Chancellor |<br />
government = Republic |<br />
leader = [[Ryan Caruso | Franklin Ross]] |<br />
<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = Chocolatist |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''Choconya''' is a region along the southern coast of [[Apollonia]], originally an independent nation in the very early days of the [[Apollo Sector]], although more closely tied to the [[Cyber-Island Chain | Cyber-Islands]] and [[Cyberia]]. It eventually passed into the hands of the United Imperium of Cyberia and Emperor Jacobus, and later was gifted to [[Audentior]]. As an Audente subject Choconya became tied to [[Kildare]] and with their secession became part of [[Jingdao]]. It is presently a command (province) of the [[Raynor Isles]] and [[Norfolk]].<br />
<br />
==Etymology and terminology==<br />
<br />
As the name might suggest, Choconya (or Choconia in Latin countries) is derived from the word chocolate, and essentially means "the land of chocolate".<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===Chocolate, the Foundation===<br />
"Eating chocolate every single day, who does not want to live there? That's what Lisa Elliott and Tammie Lee thought too. During a boring lesson in geography they founded Choconya, a religious movement about chocolate.<br />
<br />
Lisa became the "Chocolate Goddess" and the official holiday was declared to be Easter, of course because you can eat a lot lot lot chocolate. <br />
<br />
Because the religious character the movement didn't attract new members, Lisa got rid of her goddess-status, and let herself be crowned queen on 25 September 1997. <br />
<br />
Choconya survived several incidents, among them a few separations and a civil war, before fading into obscurity as a holding of Cyberia.<br />
<br />
<br />
Original Choconya website:<br />
<br />
http://www.geocities.com/choconyan<br />
<br />
===Exceptions & Conflict===<br />
<br />
It seems that Choconya took sides in the events following the [[First War of Cyberian Liberation]]. From the [[Mattimeo Messenger]] of September 14, 1998, --<br />
<br />
Quote-<br />
----<br />
Choconya, Falkenberg Impose Embargo on Cyberia,<br />
Hickey Asks for GA Complaint Against Choconya<br />
----<br />
In their continuing attempts to blackmail Cyberia into recognizing the false claims of [[East Cyberia]] to the Provinces of [[Mala]] and [[Windsor]], the Kingdoms of Choconya and [[Falkenberg]] last week imposed an embargo on Cyberian goods. This is in addition to diplomatic sanctions previously imposed by the two monarchies against Cyberia. The embargo is largely symbolic due to the fact that little or no trade previously existed between either despotism and Cyberia.<br />
<br />
In response to the latest moves by Choconya and Falkenberg, Dep. [[Peter Hickey]] (PFP-At Large) introduced a resolution in the [[Chamber of Deputies]] last week calling upon the President to bring a formal grievance in the [[Grand Alliance]] Council against Choconya, seeking relief and restitution against Choconya for "aggression and attempting to interfere with the internal affairs of Choconya." Both Cyberia and Choconya are members of the Grand Alliance. The Chamber will vote on Hickey's resolution in its next meeting.<br />
<br />
close quote.<br />
----------------------------------------------- <br />
===From the Portuguese microwiki===<br />
<br />
Quote:<br />
<br />
The Kingdom of the Chocônia (in English, Choconya) is a anglophone modelist micronation. Chocônia (spelling later changed to"... nya") was established by Australians & New Zealanders to be the land of chocolate. It merged with [[Reunion]] but then seceeded and united with Pingüínia ([[Penguinea]]). After another unsuccessful union, Choconya decided you live separately to under Queen Lisa I. <br />
<br />
(close quote.)<br />
<br />
===Other mentions of Choconya===<br />
Denis: "I searched the net to find some pictures of Choconya but I found out that Choconya is no longer. I got that information from [[Claudio de Castro]]." <br />
<br />
'He wrote me in a mail : <br />
<br />
"Choconya used to be a province of the "micronational superpower", the [[Holy Empire of Réunion]] (Imperial Territory of Greater Choconia), from which it secceeded in Feb, 1998 (they claimed their chocolate-lovers religion was not accepted by the christian empire). Founded by [[Lisa Elliot]] and [[Rick Harwood]], two australians (with the union of their two nations, Soveraat and Great Choconia), after the seccession from the Holy Empire (http://www.reuniao.org ) they became a Monarchy (KINGDOM OF CHOCONIA), on which Queen Lisa I ruled. <br />
<br />
After a while, the nation became "the New Commonwealth of Choconia" with Mr. Harwood as Chancellor. <br />
<br />
Later on (around July, 1999), it finally, and unfortunately died. Elliot and Harwood are now citizens of Penguinea, another micronation." <br />
<br />
http://members.fortunecity.com/niksje/id4.htm<br />
<br />
The illustrious [[Cody Williams]] attempted to revive the nation later, with little success. For a time [[Cocoanut Grove]] was considered as the capital city. It was annexed by Emperor [[Jacobus]] to the [[United Imperium]] as a condominium (with [[Audentior]]), and later as a [[protectorate]].<br />
<br />
The intent was to make a Free City and intermicronational meeting site, but this did not come to pass.<br />
<br />
===Revival with Jingdao===<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
[[category: Subdivision]]<br />
[[category: Kildare]]<br />
[[category: Jingdao]]<br />
[[category: Dead Nations]]</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=Choconya&diff=17017Choconya2016-03-10T15:08:46Z<p>Vlad: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{subdivision Kildare |<br />
subdivision = Choconya |<br />
image_flag = Choconia_flag.PNG|<br />
coat of arms = Choconya COA.png|<br />
status = Command |<br />
capital = [[Cacao Grove]] |<br />
largecity = [[Chocolate Springs]] |<br />
<br />
title = Chancellor |<br />
government = Republic |<br />
leader = [[Ryan Caruso | Franklin Ross]] |<br />
<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = Chocolatist |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''Choconya''' is a region along the southern coast of [[Apollonia]], originally an independent nation in the very early days of the [[Apollo Sector]], although more closely tied to the [[Cyber-Island Chain | Cyber-Islands]] and [[Cyberia]]. It eventually passed into the hands of the United Imperium of Cyberia and Emperor Jacobus, and later was gifted to [[Audentior]]. As an Audente subject Choconya became tied to [[Kildare]] and with their secession became part of [[Jingdao]]. It is presently a command (province) of the [[Raynor Isles]] and [[Norfolk]].<br />
<br />
==Etymology and terminology==<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===Chocolate, the Foundation===<br />
"Eating chocolate every single day, who does not want to live there? That's what Lisa Elliott and Tammie Lee thought too. During a boring lesson in geography they founded Choconya, a religious movement about chocolate.<br />
<br />
Lisa become the "Chocolate Goddess" and the official holiday is Easter, of course because you can eat a lot lot lot chocolate. <br />
<br />
Because of the religious character the mouvement dind't attract new members anymore at a certain time. So Lisa got rid of her goddess-status, and let herself crown queen and set up on 25 september 1997 the present micronation. <br />
<br />
Choconya has survived already several frictions, among them a few separations and a civil war ... but Choconya is still there and keeps up pretty good relations with the other micronations."<br />
<br />
<br />
Original Choconya website:<br />
<br />
http://www.geocities.com/choconyan<br />
<br />
===Exceptions & Conflict===<br />
<br />
It seems that Choconya took sides in the events following the [[First War of Cyberian Liberation]]. From the [[Mattimeo Messenger]] of September 14, 1998, --<br />
<br />
Quote-<br />
----<br />
Choconya, Falkenberg Impose Embargo on Cyberia,<br />
Hickey Asks for GA Complaint Against Choconya<br />
----<br />
In their continuing attempts to blackmail Cyberia into recognizing the false claims of [[East Cyberia]] to the Provinces of [[Mala]] and [[Windsor]], the Kingdoms of Choconya and [[Falkenberg]] last week imposed an embargo on Cyberian goods. This is in addition to diplomatic sanctions previously imposed by the two monarchies against Cyberia. The embargo is largely symbolic due to the fact that little or no trade previously existed between either despotism and Cyberia.<br />
<br />
In response to the latest moves by Choconya and Falkenberg, Dep. [[Peter Hickey]] (PFP-At Large) introduced a resolution in the [[Chamber of Deputies]] last week calling upon the President to bring a formal grievance in the [[Grand Alliance]] Council against Choconya, seeking relief and restitution against Choconya for "aggression and attempting to interfere with the internal affairs of Choconya." Both Cyberia and Choconya are members of the Grand Alliance. The Chamber will vote on Hickey's resolution in its next meeting.<br />
<br />
close quote.<br />
----------------------------------------------- <br />
===From the Portugese microwiki===<br />
<br />
Quote:<br />
<br />
The Kingdom of the Chocônia (in English, Choconya) is a anglophone modelist micronation. Chocônia (spelling later changed to"... nya") was established by Australians & New Zealanders to be the land of chocolate. It merged with [[Reunion]] but then seceeded and united with Pingüínia ([[Penguinea]]). After another unsuccessful union, Choconya decided you live separately to under Queen Lisa I. <br />
<br />
(close quote.)<br />
<br />
===Other mentions of Choconya===<br />
Denis: "I searched the net to find some pictures of Choconya but I found out that Choconya is no longer. I got that information from [[Claudio de Castro]]." <br />
<br />
'He wrote me in a mail : <br />
<br />
"Choconya used to be a province of the "micronational superpower", the [[Holy Empire of Réunion]] (Imperial Territory of Greater Choconia), from which it secceeded in Feb, 1998 (they claimed their chocolate-lovers religion was not accepted by the christian empire). Founded by [[Lisa Elliot]] and [[Rick Harwood]], two australians (with the union of their two nations, Soveraat and Great Choconia), after the seccession from the Holy Empire (http://www.reuniao.org ) they became a Monarchy (KINGDOM OF CHOCONIA), on which Queen Lisa I ruled. <br />
<br />
After a while, the nation became "the New Commonwealth of Choconia" with Mr. Harwood as Chancellor. <br />
<br />
Later on (around July, 1999), it finally, and unfortunately died. Elliot and Harwood are now citizens of Penguinea, another micronation." <br />
<br />
http://members.fortunecity.com/niksje/id4.htm<br />
<br />
The illustrious [[Cody Williams]] attempted to revive the nation later, with little success. For a time [[Cocoanut Grove]] was considered as the capital city. It was annexed by Emperor [[Jacobus]] to the [[United Imperium]] as a condominium (with [[Audentior]]), and later as a [[protectorate]].<br />
<br />
The intent was to make a Free City and intermicronational meeting site, but this did not come to pass.<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
<br />
<br />
[[category: Subdivision]]<br />
[[category: Kildare]]<br />
[[category: Jingdao]]<br />
[[category: Dead Nations]]</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Choconya_COA.png&diff=17016File:Choconya COA.png2016-03-10T15:08:32Z<p>Vlad: Coat of Arms of Choconya</p>
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<div>Coat of Arms of Choconya</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=Choconya&diff=16997Choconya2016-03-10T13:55:20Z<p>Vlad: </p>
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare |<br />
subdivision = Choconya |<br />
image_flag = Choconia_flag.PNG|<br />
coat of arms = 500px-Mishalan COA.png|<br />
status = Command |<br />
capital = [[Cacao Grove]] |<br />
largecity = [[Chocolate Springs]] |<br />
<br />
title = Chancellor |<br />
government = Republic |<br />
leader = [[Ryan Caruso | Franklin Ross]] |<br />
<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = Chocolatist |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''Choconya''' is a region along the southern coast of [[Apollonia]], originally an independent nation in the very early days of the [[Apollo Sector]], although more closely tied to the [[Cyber-Island Chain | Cyber-Islands]] and [[Cyberia]]. It eventually passed into the hands of the United Imperium of Cyberia and Emperor Jacobus, and later was gifted to [[Audentior]]. As an Audente subject Choconya became tied to [[Kildare]] and with their secession became part of [[Jingdao]]. It is presently a command (province) of the [[Raynor Isles]] and [[Norfolk]].<br />
<br />
==Etymology and terminology==<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===Chocolate, the Foundation===<br />
"Eating chocolate every single day, who does not want to live there? That's what Lisa Elliott and Tammie Lee thought too. During a boring lesson in geography they founded Choconya, a religious movement about chocolate.<br />
<br />
Lisa become the "Chocolate Goddess" and the official holiday is Easter, of course because you can eat a lot lot lot chocolate. <br />
<br />
Because of the religious character the mouvement dind't attract new members anymore at a certain time. So Lisa got rid of her goddess-status, and let herself crown queen and set up on 25 september 1997 the present micronation. <br />
<br />
Choconya has survived already several frictions, among them a few separations and a civil war ... but Choconya is still there and keeps up pretty good relations with the other micronations."<br />
<br />
<br />
Original Choconya website:<br />
<br />
http://www.geocities.com/choconyan<br />
<br />
===Exceptions & Conflict===<br />
<br />
It seems that Choconya took sides in the events following the [[First War of Cyberian Liberation]]. From the [[Mattimeo Messenger]] of September 14, 1998, --<br />
<br />
Quote-<br />
----<br />
Choconya, Falkenberg Impose Embargo on Cyberia,<br />
Hickey Asks for GA Complaint Against Choconya<br />
----<br />
In their continuing attempts to blackmail Cyberia into recognizing the false claims of [[East Cyberia]] to the Provinces of [[Mala]] and [[Windsor]], the Kingdoms of Choconya and [[Falkenberg]] last week imposed an embargo on Cyberian goods. This is in addition to diplomatic sanctions previously imposed by the two monarchies against Cyberia. The embargo is largely symbolic due to the fact that little or no trade previously existed between either despotism and Cyberia.<br />
<br />
In response to the latest moves by Choconya and Falkenberg, Dep. [[Peter Hickey]] (PFP-At Large) introduced a resolution in the [[Chamber of Deputies]] last week calling upon the President to bring a formal grievance in the [[Grand Alliance]] Council against Choconya, seeking relief and restitution against Choconya for "aggression and attempting to interfere with the internal affairs of Choconya." Both Cyberia and Choconya are members of the Grand Alliance. The Chamber will vote on Hickey's resolution in its next meeting.<br />
<br />
close quote.<br />
----------------------------------------------- <br />
===From the Portugese microwiki===<br />
<br />
Quote:<br />
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The Kingdom of the Chocônia (in English, Choconya) is a anglophone modelist micronation. Chocônia (spelling later changed to"... nya") was established by Australians & New Zealanders to be the land of chocolate. It merged with [[Reunion]] but then seceeded and united with Pingüínia ([[Penguinea]]). After another unsuccessful union, Choconya decided you live separately to under Queen Lisa I. <br />
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===Other mentions of Choconya===<br />
Denis: "I searched the net to find some pictures of Choconya but I found out that Choconya is no longer. I got that information from [[Claudio de Castro]]." <br />
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'He wrote me in a mail : <br />
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"Choconya used to be a province of the "micronational superpower", the [[Holy Empire of Réunion]] (Imperial Territory of Greater Choconia), from which it secceeded in Feb, 1998 (they claimed their chocolate-lovers religion was not accepted by the christian empire). Founded by [[Lisa Elliot]] and [[Rick Harwood]], two australians (with the union of their two nations, Soveraat and Great Choconia), after the seccession from the Holy Empire (http://www.reuniao.org ) they became a Monarchy (KINGDOM OF CHOCONIA), on which Queen Lisa I ruled. <br />
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After a while, the nation became "the New Commonwealth of Choconia" with Mr. Harwood as Chancellor. <br />
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Later on (around July, 1999), it finally, and unfortunately died. Elliot and Harwood are now citizens of Penguinea, another micronation." <br />
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http://members.fortunecity.com/niksje/id4.htm<br />
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The illustrious [[Cody Williams]] attempted to revive the nation later, with little success. For a time [[Cocoanut Grove]] was considered as the capital city. It was annexed by Emperor [[Jacobus]] to the [[United Imperium]] as a condominium (with [[Audentior]]), and later as a [[protectorate]].<br />
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The intent was to make a Free City and intermicronational meeting site, but this did not come to pass.<br />
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subdivision = Choconya |<br />
image_flag = Choconia_flag.PNG|<br />
coat of arms = 500px-Mishalan COA.png|<br />
status = Command |<br />
capital = [[Cacao Grove]] |<br />
largecity = [[Chocolate Springs]] |<br />
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title = Chancellor |<br />
government = Republic |<br />
leader = [[Ryan Caruso | Franklin Ross]] |<br />
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language = English |<br />
religion = Chocolatist |<br />
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'''Choconya''' is a region along the southern coast of [[Apollonia]], originally an independent nation in the very early days of the [[Apollo Sector]], although more closely tied to the Cyber-Islands and [[Cyberia]]. It eventually passed into the hands of the United Imperium of Cyberia and Emperor Jacobus, and later was gifted to [[Audentior]]. As an Audente subject Choconya became tied to [[Kildare]] and with their secession became part of [[Jingdao]]. It is presently a command (province) of the [[Raynor Isles]] and [[Norfolk]].<br />
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==Etymology and terminology==<br />
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==History==<br />
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===Chocolate, the Foundation===<br />
"Eating chocolate every single day, who does not want to live there? That's what Lisa Elliott and Tammie Lee thought too. During a boring lesson in geography they founded Choconya, a religious movement about chocolate.<br />
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Lisa become the "Chocolate Goddess" and the official holiday is Easter, of course because you can eat a lot lot lot chocolate. <br />
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Because of the religious character the mouvement dind't attract new members anymore at a certain time. So Lisa got rid of her goddess-status, and let herself crown queen and set up on 25 september 1997 the present micronation. <br />
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Choconya has survived already several frictions, among them a few separations and a civil war ... but Choconya is still there and keeps up pretty good relations with the other micronations."<br />
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Original Choconya website:<br />
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http://www.geocities.com/choconyan<br />
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===Exceptions & Conflict===<br />
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It seems that Choconya took sides in the events following the [[First War of Cyberian Liberation]]. From the [[Mattimeo Messenger]] of September 14, 1998, --<br />
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In their continuing attempts to blackmail Cyberia into recognizing the false claims of [[East Cyberia]] to the Provinces of [[Mala]] and [[Windsor]], the Kingdoms of Choconya and [[Falkenberg]] last week imposed an embargo on Cyberian goods. This is in addition to diplomatic sanctions previously imposed by the two monarchies against Cyberia. The embargo is largely symbolic due to the fact that little or no trade previously existed between either despotism and Cyberia.<br />
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In response to the latest moves by Choconya and Falkenberg, Dep. [[Peter Hickey]] (PFP-At Large) introduced a resolution in the [[Chamber of Deputies]] last week calling upon the President to bring a formal grievance in the [[Grand Alliance]] Council against Choconya, seeking relief and restitution against Choconya for "aggression and attempting to interfere with the internal affairs of Choconya." Both Cyberia and Choconya are members of the Grand Alliance. The Chamber will vote on Hickey's resolution in its next meeting.<br />
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Quote:<br />
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The Kingdom of the Chocônia (in English, Choconya) is a anglophone modelist micronation. Chocônia (spelling later changed to"... nya") was established by Australians & New Zealanders to be the land of chocolate. It merged with [[Reunion]] but then seceeded and united with Pingüínia ([[Penguinea]]). After another unsuccessful union, Choconya decided you live separately to under Queen Lisa I. <br />
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(close quote.)<br />
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===Other mentions of Choconya===<br />
Denis: "I searched the net to find some pictures of Choconya but I found out that Choconya is no longer. I got that information from [[Claudio de Castro]]." <br />
<br />
'He wrote me in a mail : <br />
<br />
"Choconya used to be a province of the "micronational superpower", the [[Holy Empire of Réunion]] (Imperial Territory of Greater Choconia), from which it secceeded in Feb, 1998 (they claimed their chocolate-lovers religion was not accepted by the christian empire). Founded by [[Lisa Elliot]] and [[Rick Harwood]], two australians (with the union of their two nations, Soveraat and Great Choconia), after the seccession from the Holy Empire (http://www.reuniao.org ) they became a Monarchy (KINGDOM OF CHOCONIA), on which Queen Lisa I ruled. <br />
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After a while, the nation became "the New Commonwealth of Choconia" with Mr. Harwood as Chancellor. <br />
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Later on (around July, 1999), it finally, and unfortunately died. Elliot and Harwood are now citizens of Penguinea, another micronation." <br />
<br />
http://members.fortunecity.com/niksje/id4.htm<br />
<br />
The illustrious [[Cody Williams]] attempted to revive the nation later, with little success. For a time [[Cocoanut Grove]] was considered as the capital city. It was annexed by Emperor [[Jacobus]] to the [[United Imperium]] as a condominium (with [[Audentior]]), and later as a [[protectorate]].<br />
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The intent was to make a Free City and intermicronational meeting site, but this did not come to pass.<br />
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==Military==<br />
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==Geography==<br />
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<div>Flag of Parisia (Amokolia)</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Anun_flag.png&diff=16901File:Anun flag.png2016-03-07T19:56:11Z<p>Vlad: Flag of Anun, circa 2013</p>
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<div>Flag of Anun, circa 2013</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Ap-polmap-1.png&diff=16900File:Ap-polmap-1.png2016-03-07T19:55:35Z<p>Vlad: Amokolia Proper, political map, circa 2013</p>
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subdivision = Mishalan |<br />
image_flag = Mishalan Flag Lg.png|<br />
coat of arms = 500px-Mishalan COA.png|<br />
status = Autonomous Republic |<br />
capital = [[Mishagrad]] |<br />
largecity = [[Old Mishalan]], [[Vena]], [[Jeanezville]] |<br />
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title = General Secretary |<br />
government = Communist |<br />
leader = [[Ryan Caruso | Vladimir Medvedev]] |<br />
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religion = Atheist |<br />
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'''Mishalan''' is a region in [[Benacia]], corresponding to several former territories and tied to [[Amokolia]] for much of its long history. Its most recent form as a communist state took root around 5000 ASC. The borders of the original Mishalan once extended all the way to the northern shores of Benacia. More recently however the territory has come to encompass central Benacia and the delta of the western branch of the [[Elwynn (River) | River Elwynn]] - known locally as the Concordiae Plateau - extending south into [[Shireroth | Shireroth's]] [[Transelwynn Territory]].<br />
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== Etymology and terminology ==<br />
The name ''Mishalan'' has its origins in the local Benacian population and scholars suggest its roots originate in the Bjorngarder population to the north, which shares a similar bear-centric culture. Misha itself is a diminutive form of bear in the local language, and therefore the name Mishalan itself means "land of the bears". It is an accurate description given the long history of bear husbandry the Mishalanski exhibit and, to this day, still regularly practice.<br />
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While the name of Mishalan originally applied only to the city itself, now differentiated as [[Old Mishalan]], modern use of the name is now applied to the overall region rather than the city.<br />
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==History==<br />
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The region now known as Mishalan has been inhabited, although not necessarily developed, since the earliest recorded times around 0 ASC. The first power to exert influence over the region was [[Shireroth]], thus intertwining its fate with the area forevermore. Yet the western banks of the [[Elwynn (River) | River Elwynn]] came under control of [[Machiavellia]], one of the earliest powers of [[Benacia]] and an important co-founder of [[Tymaria]]. Jason Rhode, Prince of Machiavellia, became a prominent Tymarian up until the [[TYSOG]] Incident caused the collapse of that state, resulting in a domino effect that utterly crushed the Machiavellians. The region remained anarchic until the formation of Europia Concordiae, more commonly referred to as Concordia. The eponymous city of Concord was founded northwest of [[Old Mishalan]] on the Concordiae Plateau. The Concordians were the first to develop the region of Mishalan, and like later settlers were said to have originated from Hyperborea. Yet their civilization did not last long, and soon passed to invading armies from war-like Keltian state of [[Varja]]. Though the Varjans, having overextended themselves, soon lost control of the area and it devolved once again into an anarchic state that would last several centuries.<br />
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Around 2300 ASC the area came under the influence of that great conglomeration of nations known as the [[Confederacy of Independent States]], and within that alliance under the jurisdiction of [[Gaia]]. The CIS held sway over the region until the late 2500s, but did little to develop the area, hindered in part by the environmentally-minded Gaians. After the collapse of the CIS the area once again fell into anarchy, with petty states constantly fighting and bickering. Around 2700 the Amokolians first began to appear on Lesser Automatica, though they would not begin to exercise control over Mishalan for another five-hundred years. The Amokolians would eventually begin to migrate to the Benacian mainland, settling along the river and moving southward over time. This would lead to the founding of Mishalan.<br />
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Mishalan itself was originally founded by [[Jess Heimer]] as a subdivision of [[Amokolia]], then an independent micronation, around 3184 ASC (April 2008). Amokolia itself went through numerous different phases of government, often switching from a monarchy to a republic and back again. Originally Amokolia's Benacian territories consisted of three provinces, Oleslaad, Vattnaland, and Mishalan, but by 5021 ASC Mishalan dominated the Benacian lands and formed Greater Mishalan. This also marked the start of communist government in Mishalan and the formation of a Soviet Republic. This was mostly the result of encroachment by [[Elwynn]], which at the same time had begun to expand into the surrounding areas vacated by Amokolia, such as [[Lun Ezkaron]], [[Araxion]] and [[Iserdia]]. Although a conflict was averted, a Cold War persisted and the Imperial government of [[Shireroth]] was viewed with enmity, encouraging greater support for the leftist government of Mishalan. At this time Amokolia became a protectorate of [[Natopia]], which had much more lax governmental regulation and allowed the socialist government of Mishalan to function with significant autonomy.<br />
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The area briefly passed to Shireroth around 5487 ASC, which held onto northern portions of Amokolia along the Benacian coast. The southern portion - including the core of Mishalan - then passed to a resurgent Kingdom of Amokolia, around 5567. Under the tyrant King Jean the monarchy violently suppressed the Mishalanski. This resulted in the large-scale migration of people from Mishalan into Shireroth's [[Transelwynn Territory]]. Under provisions made possible by Kaiseress Kizzy, the Mishalanski settled along the banks of the River Elwynn and founded the city of [[Mishagrad]], forming a government-in-exile and a new district within the Transelwynn.<br />
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A resurgence of the Cabbage Plague in Amokolia and the resulting death of the tyrant King Jean in 5968 ASC, the way was paved for the Mishalanski government-in-exile to resume control of their historic homeland. This was met however with renewed hostility from Elwynn, which also sought to exert control over the vacated Amokolian lands. Although both entities were subjects of the Kaiser, who actually held power over the territory resulted in a renewed Cold War between Mishalan and Elwynn. At present neither power recognizes the respective opposing claim over the region.<br />
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==Government==<br />
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Mishalan is a left-wing communist state administered by a Soviet (council) composed of elected ministers and chaired by a General Secretary. Since Mishalan is not geographically large, the state is divided into communes centered around major cities. These communes elect a minister to sit on the Soviet, which then elects the General Secretary from among that body.<br />
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Current communes are: [[Mishagrad]], [[Old Mishalan]], [[Vena]], [[Jeanezville]], [[Concord]], and [[St. Riksburg]].<br />
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==Culture==<br />
[[File:Mishalan bear companion.jpg|thumb|A Mishalanski girl and her bear companion.]]<br />
When Amokolia first exerted control over its Benacian territories they laid claim to a long portion of the northern coast that was once a part of [[Bjorngard]], a territory populated by [[Cimmeria | Cimmerians]] and [[Hyperborea | Raikothians]]. [[Bjorngard]] was founded as a vanguard of the [[Hyperborea | Hyperboreans]] when they first made expeditions into the Benacian wilderness many centuries ago. These virile warriors were faced with dense coniferous forests populated by hostile natives. Establishing a foothold was an extremely difficult task, and required innovation on the part of the pioneers. Thus it came as little surprise that they came to utilize the tools on hand; this being a prolific population of bears. Finding them trainable, the settlers embarked upon a unique form of animal husbandry, training the bears as beasts of burden, mounts, and military companions. With little other native fauna capable of serving the tasks put to the hardy bears, they became significantly interdependent. Over time the bears took on symbolic importance and eventually led to the area being known as Bjorngard (Bear Guard).<br />
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When the Amokolians came, the remnants of Bjorngarder culture were adopted by the Mishalanski. While the Bjorngarders emphasized a relationship with polar bears, the Mishalanski, who settled further south, adopted the Benacian brown bear (''[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eurasian_brown_bear Ursus arctos arctos]'') as their totem animal. It was the Mishalanski that perfected the art of bear cavalry and of utilizing bears in battle, however it wasn't until the communist regime took power that the bear became a national symbol. Most commonly the Benacian brown bear is represented by the diminutive caricature of Misha, the national personification of the Mishalanski (e.g. like Columbia serves as the personification of the United States). To this day, pet bears are a common sight in most Mishalanski homes.<br />
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==Economy==<br />
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Located in the central highlands of [[Benacia]], Mishalan has access to significant quantities of mineral ore. The mining industry has in turn helped to provide Mishalan with a large industrial base for producing iron, steel, and other metals. Closer to the River Elwynn, the waterway itself provides power and transportation. The banks of the river are also extremely fertile, and the Mishalan Valley is well known for its many farms - indeed, it is often called the ''Breadbasket of Mishalan''.<br />
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As a collectivized state, all production is considered a public asset, and produced goods are redistributed equally to all Mishalanski. Excess goods are then either placed in storage for emergencies, or exported for profits that can be used to purchase goods that cannot be produced locally.<br />
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==Military==<br />
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[[File:Mishalan-bears-on-the-attack.jpg|thumb|left|300px|A pair of Mishalanski ''bear cavalry'' on the move.]]<br />
[[File:Dreadnought escort.jpg|thumb|right|A dreadnought provides air support for mechanized infantry on the ground.]]<br />
The '''Armed Forces of the Soviet Republic''' is the official title given to Mishalan's defense forces. It is also unofficially called the ''Red Army''. The Red Army is noted for making heavy use of bear cavalry, at least prior to the use of mechanized units. Bolstered by local defense industry giant ''Red Bear LLC'', the armed forces has developed from early industrial level technology to mechanized robotics within a very short period, creating something of a clash of cultures but nonetheless effecting a deadly military. All able-bodied citizens are required to serve a two-year tour in one branch of the armed forces, and once discharged are placed on a reserve list until the age of thirty. This has allowed Mishalan to significantly bolster its armed forces to staggering numbers - an advantage that has helped to steer would-be invaders away from the country. While rather primitive in design, many of the new mechanized units, often powered by steam or coal and run by clockwork gearing, are much more efficient in battle than traditional mounted units. Even so, the use of bear cavalry has become such an important tradition, and often intimidating towards enemies, that a large contingent of riders still remain in active duty.<br />
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The development of industrialization and steam power, fueled by the innovation and hard work of the Soviet, has led to breakthrough technologies. This new science has allowed the state armament manufacturer - Read Bear LLC - to produce advanced weapons in defense of the motherland. The most intimidating of these defenses has been the creation of the flying armada, a series of airships modeled after traditional ocean ships. The development of clockwork robotics has also allowed for the construction of mechanized infantry, more commonly called mechs, which are mechanical suits piloted by soldiers and often armed with an array of weapons, such as heavy cannon or a gatling gun. These developments have given the Red Army a reputation on the battlefield as an advanced and powerful military, despite its diminutive size.<br />
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==Geography==<br />
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[[File:Mishalanoutline.png|thumb|300px|right|Political map of Mishalan.]]<br />
Mishalan is located in mountainous central [[Benacia]] and is mostly at higher elevations than the surrounding countries. Even the West Elwynn is at a higher altitude due to being very close to its source in the mountains. Only south of the Concordiae Plateau does the elevation drop as one enters the Mishalan Valley and the Transelwynn. Most of the country is dominated by coniferous forest, and the timber is an important resource, both in terms of material and environmental value.<br />
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[[category: Mishalan]]</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Mishalanoutline.png&diff=16767File:Mishalanoutline.png2016-03-03T02:16:35Z<p>Vlad: Political map of Mishalan, as of February 2016.</p>
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image_flag = |<br />
subdivision = Raynor Isles |<br />
status = County |<br />
capital = Disputed |<br />
largecity = Libertopia, Biotopia|<br />
title = Count |<br />
government = County |<br />
leader = [[Andreas the Wise]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
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==Early History==<br />
The early history of the Raynor Isles is largely lost. It is believed to have been founded or discovered by one of the Kaisers of the Raynor line. Very limited reports suggest that originally the city of Libertopia was economically free, and the city of Biotopia scientifically free (certainly [[Deep Trouble]] in [[Straylight]] claim descendancy from scientists at Biotopia). But most of this is conjecture.<br />
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==History==<br />
The plague that swept Kildare started from the Raynor Isles - a fact undisputed. For centuries after a strong divide emerged between the inhabitants of the islands, led by Libertopia, and the inhabitants of the mainland, led by Biotopia. The Libertopians were led by the mage guild and believed the genetic meddlings of the Biotopians had caused the plague. The Biotopians were led by the technologically advanced scientists and believed the arcane meddlings of the Libertopians had caused the plague. Eventually Baron [[Andreas the Wise]] discovered that the plague was started by [[Shadows]] hiding in the county, but the purpose of the shadows in doing so remains unclear.<br />
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[[File:Raynor isles map.png|thumb|left|Map of the Raynor Isles]]<br />
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<div>Map of the Raynor Isles as of Feb 2016.</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Seal_of_mountbatten.png&diff=16399File:Seal of mountbatten.png2016-02-14T17:21:13Z<p>Vlad: Seal of the Mountbatten Republic</p>
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|population = 1<br />
|active = 1<br />
|date_founded = February 13, 2016<br />
|independence = February 13, 2016<br />
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|leader = Governor<br />
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'''Mountbatten''' is a [[micronation]] founded by [[Ryan Caruso|Ira Altain]] in 2016. It was founded by the remnants of the mercenary organization known as the [[Sons of the Mountain]]. It is loosely based on the Vermont Republic.<br />
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<div>Flag of the Mountbatten Republic</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Melanjewoman.jpg&diff=16214File:Melanjewoman.jpg2016-01-26T21:27:18Z<p>Vlad: A traditional Mel'anje warrioress</p>
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image_flag = Melangia flag2016.png|<br />
subdivision = Melangia |<br />
status = County |<br />
capital = Sakatra |<br />
largecity = Sakatra|<br />
title = Count |<br />
government = County |<br />
leader = [[Anders von Weise]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Cedrism]] - followers of Sakat |<br />
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Melangia was the leading county of the Barony of [[Atterock]] and the private county of [[Andreas the Wise]] for all his time in Shireroth. After he left, the Melangian [[Cla'Udi]] took over as Count, and has been count ever since.<br />
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==History==<br />
Inhabitance of the island dates back to the coming of [[Sakat]] early in time, and his creation of the first Mel'anje. Since then they have served him as priests and historians, including predicting the plague that swept Kildare, and ensuring much of the history was preserved within their libraries.<br />
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==The Mel'anje People==<br />
They are quite comfortable in the water, swimming and diving around. They're shorter than normal humans, and often look a bit like they're sneaking. They have a great respect for seers, having produced a number themselves, and especially like divination from looking at clouds. They're also good with history and knowledge and so on. They produce the best historians.<br />
<br />
==Temple to [[Sakat]]==<br />
Sakat, Squid god of Time, and patron god of historians, has his temple in Melangia. In it are kept many sacred and historical scrolls, and the sacred ink. The current high priest is [[Andreas the Wise]].<br />
<br />
==Cloud Divining==<br />
Nobody knows quite when the principal of Cloud-Divining started on Melangia. It just appears to be something that 'was always there'. A pre-eminent Gralan-Atterockian Historian mused that the Mel'anje people were created around the time the Etruri, some Gralan mortals with god like powers, were at the height of their power. The Etruri were known to have communicated to their followers with lightning. And they were known to have been active on the Kendall Isles, so close to Melangia. Who is to say they didn't also communicate with clouds, and the Melangians learnt to read it.<br />
<br />
But that time was long since past, and what may once have been a practical method to read the emotions of god-like people had long since become an artform that the most devout Melangians all swore by. There was, apparently, no end to what could be read in the clouds - in their shape, form, thickness ... and in the colours they formed at sunset.<br />
<br />
[[File:MelangiaFlag.png|thumb|left|Flag of Shirerithian Melangia]]<br />
<br />
Anyone familiar with chaos theory, and the idea that a butterfly flapping its wings in Toketi New Shirlan could cause a storm in Magna Novatainia would feel comfortable with much of what he talked about - clouds picking up disturbances in the weather patterns, air currents etc, which would allow a Cloud-Diviner to predict the weather several days ahead, and up to a few hundred kilometres away. They might shy away from his other comments though. He talked about the weather influencing people's moods (which was obvious), but also about people's moods influencing the weather. He talked about different emotions producing subtly different pheremones and gas structures into the air, which, in large enough volumes, would be reflected in the particular shape of the borders of clouds. He talked about reading pollutants in the air, or an increase in the number of cows, or even that he could predict a war, by the shapes the clouds formed when much gunpowder was in the air from increased training exercises.<br />
<br />
==The Atterock==<br />
A huge stone fell from the sky in the twelth year of the Reign of Raynor XI. It was named the Atterock, and revered by locals. Eventually it was discovered to have been from a satellite exploded by [[Locke]], under the influence of the [[Remnant]], in an attempt to recreate the Eve of Destruction.<br />
<br />
==Melangian Naming Conventions==<br />
Melangian Naming Convention 101:<br /><br />
There must be a ' after the third letter in the word.<br /><br />
<br />
Melangian Naming Convention 102:<br /><br />
There do exist further subtleties beyond a '. For example, it's thoroughly innapropriate to name someone Xxx'wassisnameIdunnohowlongthisthingisgonnagobutitstoolong.<br /><br />
The subtleties, as currently known, are:<br /><br />
There will only be three or four letters after the '.<br /><br />
The first letter of the name cannot be a vowel (preferably there is only one vowel in the first three letters, though two in the second is appropriate).<br /><br />
Significant names include parts (or a variation thereof) of Melangia or Sakat (as in Mel'Kat).<br /><br />
Melangian naming is quite similiar to Hau'Oli naming (though it tends to use more vowels) but is not, despite the ', bearing any relation to Micron naming.<br /><br />
The ' indicates a slight pause, nothing more.<br />
<br />
==Prominent Citizens==<br />
Mel'Kat - Commander of the Atterockian Navy, and veteran of the [[Bosworth War]], the Kildarian Civil War (aka the [[Gong Li Rebellion]] and various others.<br />
Cla'Udi - Chief Cloud Diviner of the Melangians, and one of their most respected elders.<br />
Ramus the Farsighted - A great seer of the Melangian people, and the seer who foretold [[From the North]].<br />
Andreas the Wise - High Priest of Sakat and Baron of Atterock.<br />
<br />
[[Category: Kildare]]</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Melangia_flag2016.png&diff=16212File:Melangia flag2016.png2016-01-26T21:15:27Z<p>Vlad: Flag of Melangia during the Jingdao Era.</p>
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<div>Flag of Melangia during the Jingdao Era.</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=Norfolk&diff=16057Norfolk2016-01-19T01:50:02Z<p>Vlad: /* Government */</p>
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare|<br />
image_flag = Norfolk2016flag.png|<br />
coat of arms = Coat_of_arms_of_Norfolk500px.png|<br />
subdivision = Norfolk |<br />
status = State |<br />
capital = Augesbury |<br />
largecity = Traissos|<br />
title = Commander-in-Chief |<br />
government = Military Republic |<br />
leader = [[Franklin Ross]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Apollonian]] |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''Norfolk''' is a is a collection of islands off the southern coast of [[Apollonia]] in the [[Raynor Sea]]. The islands are commonly referred to simply as Norfolk, but geographically are called the Norfolk Islands. Norfolk is one of the few locations to retain the same name throughout the entire history of [[Micras]].<br />
<br />
== Etymology ==<br />
<br />
Founder [[Patrick Foley]] chose the name after [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naval_Station_Norfolk Naval Station Norfolk], located in Norfolk, Virginia. The heavy emphasis on the American navy played an important part in forming the culture of Norfolk as a nation.<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===The Republic of Norfolk===<br />
Norfolk was originally founded by [[Patrick Foley]] around 2000 as one of the early sister states of [[Audentior]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], thus making it one of the early [[Apollo Sector]] micronations. Since Patrick was an avid fan of the United States Navy and eventually would choose that venue for his career, Norfolk was strictly modeled along naval lines. In its time it was known for having a large battleship with its guns firing for the background image of its forum (the USS New Jersey). Norfolk was involved in a number of wars and made use of its vast navy, typically being confined to a geographically small coastal area - land which it maintains to this day as a county of [[Shireroth]]. It was involved in the Infernal War between the [[People's Republic of Hell]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], whereupon at one point the Infernals seized the Norfolkian forum - which at the time was considered a virtual checkmate - and [[Blackrock]] interjected and took it back, but not before imposing some of their humor on it by changing the forums to pink girlish colors. After these events the Republic slowly went inactive until it was eventually annexed by [[Shireroth]].<br />
<br />
[[File:Norfolk.gif|thumb|left|150px|Flag of the Republic]]<br />
<br />
===The County of Norfolk===<br />
After the plague trade from the other counties dried up and many Norfolkians turned to piracy. The county government is more active again in resisting them, but the pirates remain a powerful force, led by Captain Rackham. Like many pirate gangs, Rackham's leadership was soon replaced by that of Captain Walter Poldark, who established a loose confederation of pirates known as the Maritime Free Republic.<br />
<br />
===Kildare and Jingdao===<br />
Norfolk became part of Kildare when it voted to secede from Shireroth and join the [[Apollonian Republic]]. During this time Norfolk was absorbed into [[Aryasht]] and ruled from the mainland. While the Aryashti were in control they appointed one of their own, Zaila Vrteti, as ruler of the isles. Vrteti became an immediate program of Aryanization of Norfolk, adopting many Aryashti symbols, religion, government, and cultural practices. This alienated many of the native Norfolkian, who were shared a close kinship with the westernized civilizations that emerged from [[Audentior]] and [[Blackrock]]. But the Aryashti reign came to an abrupt end with the nuclear catastrophe that wiped out many major cities - including Tymaria City - and resulted in the collapse of the confederation. In its wake the native Norfolkian population rose up to retake their islands, and forced the Aryashti out, aligning themselves with Apollonia's successor, Jingdao.<br />
<br />
===The Ross Doctrine===<br />
The prominent Norfolkian Franklin Ross, whose long line descends back to the Republic, formed the National Republican Party of Norfolk and proceeded to rally the native Norfolkian to his side. This group then forced the relocation of all non-natives (especially the Aryashti) back to Eblis-Rulak, which was acting as successor to Aryasht. Ross then initiated a cultural renaissance that aimed to bring back much of the symbolism and nationalist pride of the Republican era. The new government has begun investing heavily in restoring Norfolk's primary industry as a naval defense manufacturer, forming strong ties with the Kingdom of [[Batavia]].<br />
<br />
==Government==<br />
<br />
Norfolk is ruled by the National Republican Party, a center-right conservative party that is allied with the imperial government of [[Jingdao]], and as such maintains representation in the Seanad and Imperial Assembly. The local government follows a military hierarchy, with the leader assuming the role of Commander-in-Chief (CinC). The CinC's second-in-command is the Secretary of Defense, followed by a seven-member cabinet known as the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The Chiefs of Staff oversee daily governance of the seven Commands of Norfolk.<br />
<br />
[[File:Norfolkcommandsmap.png|thumb|left|200px|The seven Commands of Norfolk]]<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
Norfolk is an archipelago of twenty islands located off the southern coast of [[Apollonia]] in the [[Raynor Sea]].<br />
<br />
[[File:Norfolkbigmap.png|thumb|right|200px|Map of the Norfolk Islands]]<br />
<br />
<br />
[[Category: Kildare]]</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=Norfolk&diff=16056Norfolk2016-01-19T01:49:42Z<p>Vlad: /* Government */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{subdivision Kildare|<br />
image_flag = Norfolk2016flag.png|<br />
coat of arms = Coat_of_arms_of_Norfolk500px.png|<br />
subdivision = Norfolk |<br />
status = State |<br />
capital = Augesbury |<br />
largecity = Traissos|<br />
title = Commander-in-Chief |<br />
government = Military Republic |<br />
leader = [[Franklin Ross]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Apollonian]] |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''Norfolk''' is a is a collection of islands off the southern coast of [[Apollonia]] in the [[Raynor Sea]]. The islands are commonly referred to simply as Norfolk, but geographically are called the Norfolk Islands. Norfolk is one of the few locations to retain the same name throughout the entire history of [[Micras]].<br />
<br />
== Etymology ==<br />
<br />
Founder [[Patrick Foley]] chose the name after [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naval_Station_Norfolk Naval Station Norfolk], located in Norfolk, Virginia. The heavy emphasis on the American navy played an important part in forming the culture of Norfolk as a nation.<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===The Republic of Norfolk===<br />
Norfolk was originally founded by [[Patrick Foley]] around 2000 as one of the early sister states of [[Audentior]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], thus making it one of the early [[Apollo Sector]] micronations. Since Patrick was an avid fan of the United States Navy and eventually would choose that venue for his career, Norfolk was strictly modeled along naval lines. In its time it was known for having a large battleship with its guns firing for the background image of its forum (the USS New Jersey). Norfolk was involved in a number of wars and made use of its vast navy, typically being confined to a geographically small coastal area - land which it maintains to this day as a county of [[Shireroth]]. It was involved in the Infernal War between the [[People's Republic of Hell]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], whereupon at one point the Infernals seized the Norfolkian forum - which at the time was considered a virtual checkmate - and [[Blackrock]] interjected and took it back, but not before imposing some of their humor on it by changing the forums to pink girlish colors. After these events the Republic slowly went inactive until it was eventually annexed by [[Shireroth]].<br />
<br />
[[File:Norfolk.gif|thumb|left|150px|Flag of the Republic]]<br />
<br />
===The County of Norfolk===<br />
After the plague trade from the other counties dried up and many Norfolkians turned to piracy. The county government is more active again in resisting them, but the pirates remain a powerful force, led by Captain Rackham. Like many pirate gangs, Rackham's leadership was soon replaced by that of Captain Walter Poldark, who established a loose confederation of pirates known as the Maritime Free Republic.<br />
<br />
===Kildare and Jingdao===<br />
Norfolk became part of Kildare when it voted to secede from Shireroth and join the [[Apollonian Republic]]. During this time Norfolk was absorbed into [[Aryasht]] and ruled from the mainland. While the Aryashti were in control they appointed one of their own, Zaila Vrteti, as ruler of the isles. Vrteti became an immediate program of Aryanization of Norfolk, adopting many Aryashti symbols, religion, government, and cultural practices. This alienated many of the native Norfolkian, who were shared a close kinship with the westernized civilizations that emerged from [[Audentior]] and [[Blackrock]]. But the Aryashti reign came to an abrupt end with the nuclear catastrophe that wiped out many major cities - including Tymaria City - and resulted in the collapse of the confederation. In its wake the native Norfolkian population rose up to retake their islands, and forced the Aryashti out, aligning themselves with Apollonia's successor, Jingdao.<br />
<br />
===The Ross Doctrine===<br />
The prominent Norfolkian Franklin Ross, whose long line descends back to the Republic, formed the National Republican Party of Norfolk and proceeded to rally the native Norfolkian to his side. This group then forced the relocation of all non-natives (especially the Aryashti) back to Eblis-Rulak, which was acting as successor to Aryasht. Ross then initiated a cultural renaissance that aimed to bring back much of the symbolism and nationalist pride of the Republican era. The new government has begun investing heavily in restoring Norfolk's primary industry as a naval defense manufacturer, forming strong ties with the Kingdom of [[Batavia]].<br />
<br />
==Government==<br />
<br />
Norfolk is ruled by the National Republican Party, a center-right conservative party that is allied with the imperial government of [[Jingdao]], and as such maintains representation in the Seanad and Imperial Assembly. The local government follows a military hierarchy, with the leader assuming the role of Commander-in-Chief (CinC). The CinC's second-in-command is the Secretary of Defense, followed by a seven-member cabinet known as the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The Chiefs of Staff oversee daily governance of the seven Commands of Norfolk.<br />
<br />
[[File:Norfolkcommandsmap.png|thumb|left|200px|Map of the Norfolk Islands]]<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
Norfolk is an archipelago of twenty islands located off the southern coast of [[Apollonia]] in the [[Raynor Sea]].<br />
<br />
[[File:Norfolkbigmap.png|thumb|right|200px|Map of the Norfolk Islands]]<br />
<br />
<br />
[[Category: Kildare]]</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:Norfolkcommandsmap.png&diff=16055File:Norfolkcommandsmap.png2016-01-19T01:49:05Z<p>Vlad: The seven Commands of Norfolk</p>
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<div>The seven Commands of Norfolk</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=Norfolk&diff=15966Norfolk2016-01-17T16:17:36Z<p>Vlad: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{subdivision Kildare|<br />
image_flag = Norfolk2016flag.png|<br />
coat of arms = Coat_of_arms_of_Norfolk500px.png|<br />
subdivision = Norfolk |<br />
status = State |<br />
capital = Augesbury |<br />
largecity = Traissos|<br />
title = Commander-in-Chief |<br />
government = Military Republic |<br />
leader = [[Franklin Ross]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Apollonian]] |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''Norfolk''' is a is a collection of islands off the southern coast of [[Apollonia]] in the [[Raynor Sea]]. The islands are commonly referred to simply as Norfolk, but geographically are called the Norfolk Islands. Norfolk is one of the few locations to retain the same name throughout the entire history of [[Micras]].<br />
<br />
== Etymology ==<br />
<br />
Founder [[Patrick Foley]] chose the name after [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naval_Station_Norfolk Naval Station Norfolk], located in Norfolk, Virginia. The heavy emphasis on the American navy played an important part in forming the culture of Norfolk as a nation.<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===The Republic of Norfolk===<br />
Norfolk was originally founded by [[Patrick Foley]] around 2000 as one of the early sister states of [[Audentior]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], thus making it one of the early [[Apollo Sector]] micronations. Since Patrick was an avid fan of the United States Navy and eventually would choose that venue for his career, Norfolk was strictly modeled along naval lines. In its time it was known for having a large battleship with its guns firing for the background image of its forum (the USS New Jersey). Norfolk was involved in a number of wars and made use of its vast navy, typically being confined to a geographically small coastal area - land which it maintains to this day as a county of [[Shireroth]]. It was involved in the Infernal War between the [[People's Republic of Hell]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], whereupon at one point the Infernals seized the Norfolkian forum - which at the time was considered a virtual checkmate - and [[Blackrock]] interjected and took it back, but not before imposing some of their humor on it by changing the forums to pink girlish colors. After these events the Republic slowly went inactive until it was eventually annexed by [[Shireroth]].<br />
<br />
[[File:Norfolk.gif|thumb|left|150px|Flag of the Republic]]<br />
<br />
===The County of Norfolk===<br />
After the plague trade from the other counties dried up and many Norfolkians turned to piracy. The county government is more active again in resisting them, but the pirates remain a powerful force, led by Captain Rackham. Like many pirate gangs, Rackham's leadership was soon replaced by that of Captain Walter Poldark, who established a loose confederation of pirates known as the Maritime Free Republic.<br />
<br />
===Kildare and Jingdao===<br />
Norfolk became part of Kildare when it voted to secede from Shireroth and join the [[Apollonian Republic]]. During this time Norfolk was absorbed into [[Aryasht]] and ruled from the mainland. While the Aryashti were in control they appointed one of their own, Zaila Vrteti, as ruler of the isles. Vrteti became an immediate program of Aryanization of Norfolk, adopting many Aryashti symbols, religion, government, and cultural practices. This alienated many of the native Norfolkian, who were shared a close kinship with the westernized civilizations that emerged from [[Audentior]] and [[Blackrock]]. But the Aryashti reign came to an abrupt end with the nuclear catastrophe that wiped out many major cities - including Tymaria City - and resulted in the collapse of the confederation. In its wake the native Norfolkian population rose up to retake their islands, and forced the Aryashti out, aligning themselves with Apollonia's successor, Jingdao.<br />
<br />
===The Ross Doctrine===<br />
The prominent Norfolkian Franklin Ross, whose long line descends back to the Republic, formed the National Republican Party of Norfolk and proceeded to rally the native Norfolkian to his side. This group then forced the relocation of all non-natives (especially the Aryashti) back to Eblis-Rulak, which was acting as successor to Aryasht. Ross then initiated a cultural renaissance that aimed to bring back much of the symbolism and nationalist pride of the Republican era. The new government has begun investing heavily in restoring Norfolk's primary industry as a naval defense manufacturer, forming strong ties with the Kingdom of [[Batavia]].<br />
<br />
==Government==<br />
<br />
Norfolk is ruled by the National Republican Party, a center-right conservative party that is allied with the imperial government of [[Jingdao]], and as such maintains representation in the Seanad and Imperial Assembly. The local government follows a military hierarchy, with the leader assuming the role of Commander-in-Chief (CinC). The CinC's second-in-command is the Secretary of Defense, followed by a seven-member cabinet known as the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The Chiefs of Staff oversee daily governance of the seven Commands of Norfolk.<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
Norfolk is an archipelago of twenty islands located off the southern coast of [[Apollonia]] in the [[Raynor Sea]].<br />
<br />
[[File:Norfolkbigmap.png|thumb|right|200px|Map of the Norfolk Islands]]<br />
<br />
<br />
[[Category: Kildare]]</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=Norfolk&diff=15965Norfolk2016-01-17T16:03:05Z<p>Vlad: /* Etymology */</p>
<hr />
<div>{{subdivision Kildare|<br />
image_flag = Norfolk2016flag.png|<br />
coat of arms = Coat_of_arms_of_Norfolk500px.png|<br />
subdivision = Norfolk |<br />
status = State |<br />
capital = Augesbury |<br />
largecity = Traissos|<br />
title = Commander-in-Chief |<br />
government = Military Republic |<br />
leader = [[Franklin Ross]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Apollonian]] |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''Norfolk''' is a is a collection of islands off the southern coast of [[Apollonia]] in the [[Raynor Sea]]. The islands are commonly referred to simply as Norfolk, but geographically are called the Norfolk Islands. Norfolk is one of the few locations to retain the same name throughout the entire history of [[Micras]].<br />
<br />
== Etymology ==<br />
<br />
Founder [[Patrick Foley]] chose the name after [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naval_Station_Norfolk Naval Station Norfolk], located in Norfolk, Virginia. The heavy emphasis on the American navy played an important part in forming the culture of Norfolk as a nation.<br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===The Republic of Norfolk===<br />
Norfolk was originally founded by [[Patrick Foley]] around 2000 as one of the early sister states of [[Audentior]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], thus making it one of the early [[Apollo Sector]] micronations. Since Patrick was an avid fan of the United States Navy and eventually would choose that venue for his career, Norfolk was strictly modeled along naval lines. In its time it was known for having a large battleship with its guns firing for the background image of its forum (the USS New Jersey). Norfolk was involved in a number of wars and made use of its vast navy, typically being confined to a geographically small coastal area - land which it maintains to this day as a county of [[Shireroth]]. It was involved in the Infernal War between the [[People's Republic of Hell]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], whereupon at one point the Infernals seized the Norfolkian forum - which at the time was considered a virtual checkmate - and [[Blackrock]] interjected and took it back, but not before imposing some of their humor on it by changing the forums to pink girlish colors. After these events the Republic slowly went inactive until it was eventually annexed by [[Shireroth]].<br />
<br />
[[File:Norfolk.gif|thumb|left|150px|Flag of the Republic]]<br />
<br />
===The County of Norfolk===<br />
After the plague trade from the other counties dried up and many Norfolkians turned to piracy. The county government is more active again in resisting them, but the pirates remain a powerful force, led by Captain Rackham. Like many pirate gangs, Rackham's leadership was soon replaced by that of Captain Walter Poldark, who established a loose confederation of pirates known as the Maritime Free Republic.<br />
<br />
===Kildare and Jingdao===<br />
Norfolk became part of Kildare when it voted to secede from Shireroth and join the [[Apollonian Republic]]. During this time Norfolk was absorbed into [[Aryasht]] and ruled from the mainland. While the Aryashti were in control they appointed one of their own, Zaila Vrteti, as ruler of the isles. Vrteti became an immediate program of Aryanization of Norfolk, adopting many Aryashti symbols, religion, government, and cultural practices. This alienated many of the native Norfolkian, who were shared a close kinship with the westernized civilizations that emerged from [[Audentior]] and [[Blackrock]]. But the Aryashti reign came to an abrupt end with the nuclear catastrophe that wiped out many major cities - including Tymaria City - and resulted in the collapse of the confederation. In its wake the native Norfolkian population rose up to retake their islands, and forced the Aryashti out, aligning themselves with Apollonia's successor, Jingdao.<br />
<br />
===The Ross Doctrine===<br />
The prominent Norfolkian Franklin Ross, whose long line descends back to the Republic, formed the National Republican Party of Norfolk and proceeded to rally the native Norfolkian to his side. This group then forced the relocation of all non-natives (especially the Aryashti) back to Eblis-Rulak, which was acting as successor to Aryasht. Ross then initiated a cultural renaissance that aimed to bring back much of the symbolism and nationalist pride of the Republican era. The new government has begun investing heavily in restoring Norfolk's primary industry as a naval defense manufacturer, forming strong ties with the Kingdom of [[Batavia]].<br />
<br />
==Government==<br />
<br />
==Culture==<br />
<br />
==Economy==<br />
<br />
==Military==<br />
<br />
==Geography==<br />
<br />
<br />
[[Category: Kildare]]</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=Norfolk&diff=15964Norfolk2016-01-17T16:02:15Z<p>Vlad: </p>
<hr />
<div>{{subdivision Kildare|<br />
image_flag = Norfolk2016flag.png|<br />
coat of arms = Coat_of_arms_of_Norfolk500px.png|<br />
subdivision = Norfolk |<br />
status = State |<br />
capital = Augesbury |<br />
largecity = Traissos|<br />
title = Commander-in-Chief |<br />
government = Military Republic |<br />
leader = [[Franklin Ross]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Apollonian]] |<br />
<br />
}}<br />
<br />
'''Norfolk''' is a is a collection of islands off the southern coast of [[Apollonia]] in the [[Raynor Sea]]. The islands are commonly referred to simply as Norfolk, but geographically are called the Norfolk Islands. Norfolk is one of the few locations to retain the same name throughout the entire history of [[Micras]].<br />
<br />
== Etymology ==<br />
<br />
Founder [[Patrick Foley]] chose the name after [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Naval_Station_Norfolk Naval Station Norfolk], located in Norfolk, Virginia. The heavy emphasis on the American navy played heavily into forming the culture of Norfolk as a nation. <br />
<br />
==History==<br />
<br />
===The Republic of Norfolk===<br />
Norfolk was originally founded by [[Patrick Foley]] around 2000 as one of the early sister states of [[Audentior]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], thus making it one of the early [[Apollo Sector]] micronations. Since Patrick was an avid fan of the United States Navy and eventually would choose that venue for his career, Norfolk was strictly modeled along naval lines. In its time it was known for having a large battleship with its guns firing for the background image of its forum (the USS New Jersey). Norfolk was involved in a number of wars and made use of its vast navy, typically being confined to a geographically small coastal area - land which it maintains to this day as a county of [[Shireroth]]. It was involved in the Infernal War between the [[People's Republic of Hell]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], whereupon at one point the Infernals seized the Norfolkian forum - which at the time was considered a virtual checkmate - and [[Blackrock]] interjected and took it back, but not before imposing some of their humor on it by changing the forums to pink girlish colors. After these events the Republic slowly went inactive until it was eventually annexed by [[Shireroth]].<br />
<br />
[[File:Norfolk.gif|thumb|left|150px|Flag of the Republic]]<br />
<br />
===The County of Norfolk===<br />
After the plague trade from the other counties dried up and many Norfolkians turned to piracy. The county government is more active again in resisting them, but the pirates remain a powerful force, led by Captain Rackham. Like many pirate gangs, Rackham's leadership was soon replaced by that of Captain Walter Poldark, who established a loose confederation of pirates known as the Maritime Free Republic.<br />
<br />
===Kildare and Jingdao===<br />
Norfolk became part of Kildare when it voted to secede from Shireroth and join the [[Apollonian Republic]]. During this time Norfolk was absorbed into [[Aryasht]] and ruled from the mainland. While the Aryashti were in control they appointed one of their own, Zaila Vrteti, as ruler of the isles. Vrteti became an immediate program of Aryanization of Norfolk, adopting many Aryashti symbols, religion, government, and cultural practices. This alienated many of the native Norfolkian, who were shared a close kinship with the westernized civilizations that emerged from [[Audentior]] and [[Blackrock]]. But the Aryashti reign came to an abrupt end with the nuclear catastrophe that wiped out many major cities - including Tymaria City - and resulted in the collapse of the confederation. In its wake the native Norfolkian population rose up to retake their islands, and forced the Aryashti out, aligning themselves with Apollonia's successor, Jingdao.<br />
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===The Ross Doctrine===<br />
The prominent Norfolkian Franklin Ross, whose long line descends back to the Republic, formed the National Republican Party of Norfolk and proceeded to rally the native Norfolkian to his side. This group then forced the relocation of all non-natives (especially the Aryashti) back to Eblis-Rulak, which was acting as successor to Aryasht. Ross then initiated a cultural renaissance that aimed to bring back much of the symbolism and nationalist pride of the Republican era. The new government has begun investing heavily in restoring Norfolk's primary industry as a naval defense manufacturer, forming strong ties with the Kingdom of [[Batavia]].<br />
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare|<br />
image_flag = Norfolk2016flag.png|<br />
coat of arms = Coat_of_arms_of_Norfolk500px.png|<br />
subdivision = Norfolk |<br />
status = State |<br />
capital = Augesbury |<br />
largecity = Traissos|<br />
title = Commander-in-Chief |<br />
government = Military Republic |<br />
leader = [[Franklin Ross]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Apollonian]] |<br />
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}}<br />
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==History==<br />
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===The Republic of Norfolk===<br />
Norfolk was originally founded by [[Patrick Foley]] around 2000 as one of the early sister states of [[Audentior]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], thus making it one of the early [[Apollo Sector]] micronations. Since Patrick was an avid fan of the United States Navy and eventually would choose that venue for his career, Norfolk was strictly modeled along naval lines. In its time it was known for having a large battleship with its guns firing for the background image of its forum. Norfolk was involved in a number of wars and made use of its vast navy, typically being confined to a geographically small coastal area - land which it maintains to this day as a county of [[Shireroth]]. It was involved in the Infernal War between the [[People's Republic of Hell]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], whereupon at one point the Infernals seized the Norfolkian forum - which at the time was considered a virtual checkmate - and [[Blackrock]] interjected and took it back, but not before imposing some of their humor on it by changing the forums to pink girlish colors. After these events the Republic slowly went inactive until it was eventually annexed by [[Shireroth]].<br />
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[[File:Norfolk.gif|thumb|left|150px|Flag of the Republic]]<br />
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===The County of Norfolk===<br />
After the plague trade from the other counties dried up and many Norfolkians turned to piracy. The county government is more active again in resisting them, but the pirates remain a powerful force, led by Captain Rackham. Like many pirate gangs, Rackham's leadership was soon replaced by that of Captain Walter Poldark, who established a loose confederation of pirates known as the Maritime Free Republic.<br />
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===Kildare and Jingdao===<br />
Norfolk became part of Kildare when it voted to secede from Shireroth and join the [[Apollonian Republic]]. During this time Norfolk was absorbed into [[Aryasht]] and ruled from the mainland. While the Aryashti were in control they appointed one of their own, Zaila Vrteti, as ruler of the isles. Vrteti became an immediate program of Aryanization of Norfolk, adopting many Aryashti symbols, religion, government, and cultural practices. This alienated many of the native Norfolkian, who were shared a close kinship with the westernized civilizations that emerged from [[Audentior]] and [[Blackrock]]. But the Aryashti reign came to an abrupt end with the nuclear catastrophe that wiped out many major cities - including Tymaria City - and resulted in the collapse of the confederation. In its wake the native Norfolkian population rose up to retake their islands, and forced the Aryashti out, aligning themselves with Apollonia's successor, Jingdao.<br />
<br />
===The Ross Doctrine===<br />
The prominent Norfolkian Franklin Ross, whose long line descends back to the Republic, formed the National Republican Party of Norfolk and proceeded to rally the native Norfolkian to his side. This group then forced the relocation of all non-natives (especially the Aryashti) back to Eblis-Rulak, which was acting as successor to Aryasht. Ross then initiated a cultural renaissance that aimed to bring back much of the symbolism and nationalist pride of the Republican era. The new government has begun investing heavily in restoring Norfolk's primary industry as a naval defense manufacturer, forming strong ties with the Kingdom of [[Batavia]].<br />
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<div>{{subdivision Kildare|<br />
image_flag = Norfolk2016flag.png|<br />
coat of arms = Coat_of_arms_of_Norfolk500px.png|<br />
subdivision = Norfolk |<br />
status = State |<br />
capital = Augesbury |<br />
largecity = Traissos|<br />
title = Commander-in-Chief |<br />
government = Military Republic |<br />
leader = [[Franklin Ross]] |<br />
language = English |<br />
religion = [[Apollonian]] |<br />
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}}<br />
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==History==<br />
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===The Republic of Norfolk===<br />
Norfolk was originally founded by [[Patrick Foley]] around 2000 as one of the early sister states of [[Audentior]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], thus making it one of the early [[Apollo Sector]] micronations. Since Patrick was an avid fan of the United States Navy and eventually would choose that venue for his career, Norfolk was strictly modeled along naval lines. In its time it was known for having a large battleship with its guns firing for the background image of its forum. Norfolk was involved in a number of wars and made use of its vast navy, typically being confined to a geographically small coastal area - land which it maintains to this day as a county of [[Shireroth]]. It was involved in the Infernal War between the [[People's Republic of Hell]] and the [[Flying Islands of Jasonia]], whereupon at one point the Infernals seized the Norfolkian forum - which at the time was considered a virtual checkmate - and [[Blackrock]] interjected and took it back, but not before imposing some of their humor on it by changing the forums to pink girlish colors. After these events the Republic slowly went inactive until it was eventually annexed by [[Shireroth]].<br />
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[[File:Norfolk.gif|thumb|left|150px|Flag of the Republic]]<br />
<br />
===The County of Norfolk===<br />
After the plague trade from the other counties dried up and many Norfolkians turned to piracy. The county government is more active again in resisting them, but the pirates remain a powerful force, led by Captain Rackham. Like many pirate gangs, Rackham's leadership was soon replaced by that of Captain Walter Poldark, who established a loose confederation of pirates known as the Maritime Free Republic.<br />
<br />
===Kildare and Jingdao===<br />
Norfolk became part of Kildare when it voted to secede from Shireroth and join the [[Apollonian Confederation]]. During this time Norfolk was absorbed into [[Aryasht]] and ruled from the mainland. While the Aryashti were in control they appointed one of their own, Zaila Vrteti, as ruler of the isles. Vrteti became an immediate program of Aryanization of Norfolk, adopting many Aryashti symbols, religion, government, and cultural practices. This alienated many of the native Norfolkian, who were shared a close kinship with the westernized civilizations that emerged from [[Audentior]] and [[Blackrock]]. But the Aryashti reign came to an abrupt end with the nuclear catastrophe that wiped out many major cities - including Tymaria City - and resulted in the collapse of the confederation. In its wake the native Norfolkian population rose up to retake their islands, and forced the Aryashti out, aligning themselves with Apollonia's successor, Jingdao.<br />
<br />
===The Ross Doctrine===<br />
The prominent Norfolkian Franklin Ross, whose long line descends back to the Republic, formed the National Republican Party of Norfolk and proceeded to rally the native Norfolkian to his side. This group then forced the relocation of all non-natives (especially the Aryashti) back to Eblis-Rulak, which was acting as successor to Aryasht. Ross then initiated a cultural renaissance that aimed to bring back much of the symbolism and nationalist pride of the Republican era. The new government has begun investing heavily in restoring Norfolk's primary industry as a naval defense manufacturer, forming strong ties with the Kingdom of [[Batavia]].<br />
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<div>'''Concord''' (''Konkord in Mishalanski'') is an ancient city in central [[Benacia]], founded around 500 ASC, located near the source of the River Elwynn and presently a part of [[Mishalan]]. The city was the largest successor state to establish itself after the collapse of the [[Hegemony of Alexandros]], and became the capitol of the nation of Europia Concordiae. Almost no records exist of this state, but the name lent itself to the Concordiae Plateau. The city has continued to exist, but was reduced to the size of a village after other cities, such as nearby [[Old Mishalan]], took over as hubs of commerce. In more recent times the city has seen a renaissance of arts and has become popular as a center for culture. It currently serves as headquarters for the Mishalan state news agency Konkordia.<br />
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[[File:640px-ConcordiaFlag.png|thumb|left|Flag of the city of Concord]] [[File:Concordia map.png|thumb|Map of Europia Concordiae]]<br />
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<div>Flag of the city of Concord</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=St._Riksburg&diff=15730St. Riksburg2016-01-10T01:15:12Z<p>Vlad: Created page with "'''Saint Riksburg''' is an important port on the River Elwynn, and is located in central Benacia, mid-way between the cities of Mishagrad and Old Mishalan, in Mi..."</p>
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<div>'''Saint Riksburg''' is an important port on the River Elwynn, and is located in central [[Benacia]], mid-way between the cities of [[Mishagrad]] and [[Old Mishalan]], in [[Mishalan]]. Originally founded as Rikstadt by [[Amokolia]] around 500 ASC, the city became an important hub for Mishalan as a southern port along the Elwynn. It was here that the Amokolian navy established a facility to patrol the river, and the defense industry helped the city to grow into a metropolis. Cruisers left St. Riksburg to navigate the river south, helping protect Amokolia's eastern boundaries. The city was also chosen by King Jess of Amokolia as the site of his Autumn Palace, which brought culture and grandeur to the city. With the more recent resurgence of growth in Old Mishalan, and the founding of Mishagrad to the south, St. Riksburg's population saw a steady decline. This combined with industry downsizing and the communist government's disdain for the monarchist trappings of the city further led to it being outpaced by other cities. Recently however it has seen a renewed level of interest as a port city, and many have come to appreciate the importance of its cultural history.<br />
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[[File:St riksburg horseman.jpg|thumb|St. Riksburg's famous statue of King Jess]]<br />
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[[category: Mishalan]]</div>Vladhttps://shireroth.org/wiki/index.php?title=File:St_riksburg_horseman.jpg&diff=15729File:St riksburg horseman.jpg2016-01-10T01:13:57Z<p>Vlad: St. Riksburg, Mishalan, Horseman Statue</p>
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<div>'''Concord''' (''Konkord in Mishalanski'') is an ancient city in central [[Benacia]], founded around 500 ASC, located near the source of the River Elwynn and presently a part of [[Mishalan]]. The city was the largest successor state to establish itself after the collapse of the [[Hegemony of Alexandros]], and became the capitol of the nation of Europia Concordiae. Almost no records exist of this state, but the name lent itself to the Concordiae Plateau. The city has continued to exist, but was reduced to the size of a village after other cities, such as nearby [[Old Mishalan]], took over as hubs of commerce. In more recent times the city has seen a renaissance of arts and has become popular as a center for culture. It currently serves as headquarters for the Mishalan state news agency Konkordia.<br />
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[[File:Concordia map.png|thumb|Map of Europia Concordiae]]<br />
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