Archduchy of Medena

Medena, or officially the Archduchy of Medena, was established in Spring of 320 TEGregorian Calendar: March 29th, 2024 / Salanian Calendar: Zarose of 195 ASU as a new medenian state in the world of Abexilas, by the signing of the Medenian Edict. With this, a new home for the medenians from Eldham, which happened a few weeks before the impact of the comet, had been created.
== History==
The early history of Medena starts with the discovery of Abexlias, based on the yet to be established routs of communication, there is not much to near no knowledge of the time between the arrival of the first medenian ship in the world of Abexilas and the establishment of the first settlement. The original plan from the evacuation had been, that a fleet of a dozen ships, led by the SMS Wulf, should all together sail to the new world, but they were caught by a heavy and rough storm, by the time the comet hit the worlds of Rathnir and Eldham. So the fleet got split and heavily damaged, the order for such a case was, that ships, which did not head a connection to the flagship should directly and as fast as possible sail to the new world, so the fastest ship of the fleet reached the shores of Abexilas as the first. After a long expedition through the unknown lands, they landed on the shores of the Continent of Norvinia in Winter of 322 TEGregorian Calendar: April 5th, 2024 / Salanian Calendar: Tiofa of 196 ASU. The medenians headed deeper in the inland at an omega shaped river, they settled and set up their camp for further explorations of the area and to prepare the arrival of the flagship. 
With the arrival of the Archduke in Spring of 324 TEGregorian Calendar: April, 14th, 2024 / Salanian Calendar: Serast of 198 ASU the capital Herzoggrad was officially founded by the river Danuva and the first plans of construction were started. In Fall of the same yearGregorian Calendar: April, 16th, 2024 / Salanian Calendar: Silya of 198 ASU the fifth born son and head of the house Van Rallius, Otto Van Rallius, founded the town of Konaco to the east of the capital. 
=== The illness of the Archduke ===
In fall of 327 TEGregorian Calendar: April, 28th, 2024 / Salanian Calendar: Serast of 200 ASU the Archduke came not out of his office unusual, to not repeat old mistakes of the old days in the world of Eldham, his guards entered his office without his permit to check upon their monarch, who was laying in his bed heavily breathing, they called the court physician at once who was able to prevent any serious consequences. Although Z'swaku was no longer able to fulfil his duties, so he appointed his son Otto Van Rallius as regent to lead the Archduchy of Medena in his and in the favour of the medenian people. As first act, Otto Van Rallius went to the meeting with the people of Valniče, to establish the city state of Valniče as a vassal of the Archduchy of Medena. 
=== The end of the Archduchy ===
After the regent Otto Van Rallius dissapeared to foreign lands the nation started to decay. The sick Archduke was not able to return to his throne and so a noble took over leadership. This perosn was Matteo Di Fiorenci. He reformed the Archduchy into a Kingdom and founded a new Medenian state. As the Archduke started to recover, the now King Matteo I. send his soldiers to his residence and Z'swaku S. T. L. Van Bee was given the ultimatum of either reanouncing all his claims or to go into exile. The Archduke decided for the second option and left his home praying for it's safty and prosperus future. 
==Culture==
Medena is a land rich in history and tradition. Its culture is deeply rooted in a sense of unity, pride, and resilience as the people of Medena hold a strong connection to their homeland, cherishing its natural beauty and rich heritage.
A major part in the medenian culture were the settlers which came from different corners of the world. Hence, its culture is rich of art, literature, music and architecture. Notable is the famous medenian poet Kronos Drakonov, who captures the essence of medenian history and spirit in his texts. 
The religion of Salranism had a great impact on the medenian culture, binding it to Seran, based upon the wide medenian fields and the connection to nature. So Salranism has become the predominant religion in Medena.
The medenian people are known for their resilience and courage, forged through centuries of adversity and triumph. They take great pride in their independence and sovereignty, fiercely defending their homeland against external and internal threats. Family and community are paramount in medenian culture, with strong bonds of kinship and solidarity uniting its people. Festivals and celebrations are cherished occasions for gathering and sharing in the joys of life.
In summary, Medena's culture is a tapestry of tradition, spirituality, and creativity, woven together by the collective experiences and aspirations of its people. It is a land of beauty, resilience, and enduring spirit, where the past meets the present in a vibrant celebration of life.
The medenian culture also has subcultures which developed by the influence of other factors, such as Neo-Konacon, which was influenced by high valuation of wealth and the practice of the Sylfaeist religion, but despite few differences, subcultures are deeply connected to the overall medenian culture.
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