Združenija

Združenija is a constitutional monarchy that is a realm within the Ischanor Empire, and the Kingdom of Celras. It was founded by refugees primarily from Voždravija, Third Svalmarc Imperium and the Csardom of Korolia.
== Etymology ==
The name Združenija which means "The Union" comes from the unification of ethnic groups that formed the country - the Voždravians and Korolians. 
== History ==
The Voždravians fled their homeland after rebels, backed by the ASI, were forced into government positions. Tensions between segments of the population and the newly appointed officials fueled fears of oppression and instability. Although these concerns remained unconfirmed, many Voždravians sought freedom and safety beyond their borders.
The Korolians, originating from the Third Svalmarc Imperium, found themselves on the world of Abexilas following the catastrophic Iristoya Comet, which devastated Ratham. This disaster forced survivors to migrate to Abexilas, a new and distant world. While the explanation of their arrival remain unknown, various theories exist. Unlike other Korolian groups who settled in different parts of Ischanor, this group arrived late and therefore they have become isolated and distant from their fellow Korolians. These settlers were primarily Svalmarcers and people from Nova Zemja, a former province of the Svalmarc Imperium.
The land they arrived at had once been a village but was left abandoned after an epidemic wiped out its population. The Korolians were the first to resettle the area, soon joined by Voždravians fleeing their own struggles. Due to similarities in their language and culture, the two groups united and, with the consent of Ischanor and the Kingdom of Celras, established their new realm as part of the Kingdom of Celras, a constituent state of Ischanor. This is where the realm became known as Združenija. The internal structure of Združenija was based around a diarchy where there would be two Dukes, One being Korolian and the other being Voždravian which was an attempt to maintain fair representation of both ethnicities that formed the union. 
=== Drastic Population Growth ===
Združenija’s population grew further as more Voždravians arrived after hearing of this new realm. Many were fleeing yet another crisis in Voždravija, where a new leader’s rise to power deepened internal divisions, paving the way for a civil conflict that ended in a prolonged cold war. Although stability was eventually restored in Voždravija, these Voždravians chose to remain in Združenija, where they had built new lives and contributed to the realm’s growth and identity.
==== Government reforms ====
Due to the population increasing, the structure of government had reformed with the promise of democracy within the future as they predict further growth in their population. Nation would maintain the position of the Duke but it would be decreased to only one person which will be maintained by the Korolian duke in recognition to them being the original inhabitants of the realm. The Voždravian duke took the position as interim Pjervod (Prime Minister) which would later be democratically elected. 
== Culture ==
=== Language ===
The linguistic similarity between Voždravian and Korolian dialects made the unification of the refugee communities much easier. Over time, the languages evolved together, giving rise to a distinct Združenijan dialect that incorporated elements of both Voždravian and Korolian speech.
=== Religion ===
Združenija is home to two major faiths: Ehwaism and Vjara Nebska, each with its own distinct perspective on the divine. The religions had spread throughout the realm due to the Korolians. 
Ehwaism, represented by the Church of Ehway, centres on the belief in a supreme deity known as Ehway. Followers, known as Ehwaists, hold that Ehway is the creator of the entire world and all other gods, who were brought into existence to guide humanity. Ehway is considered the ultimate authority to whom everything in the universe answers, including the other deities.
In contrast, Vjara Nebska denies the existence of Ehway altogether. Followers of this faith, called Vjarans, revere the pantheon of other gods, which Ehwaists view as subordinate to Ehway. Vjarans see these gods as the true divine forces, rejecting the notion of a supreme creator deity.
== Politics ==
Združenija is a constitutional monarchy with a democratically elected parliament and head of government meanwhile the head of state remains unelected. The government is selected through a 6 point system where the citizens get 6 points to allocate either across multiple candidates/parties or provide all to one candidate/party. One an election concludes, the candidate with the most votes becomes the Pjervod (Prime Minister), should a party receive the most votes, their leader automatically becomes Pjervod (a party cannot change leader during the electoral process). 
=== Current parties ===
==== Hvála ==== 
Hvála (meaning 'Voice') is seen as a centrist party that focuses on pragmatic solutions. Hvála is the first political party within the realm and they stand for the preservation of a mixed market economy, access to basic utilities, strong reputation within Ischanor and an emphasis on strict enforcement of Združenija laws. Hvála also aim to strengthen and protect Združenija's democratic values. 
==== Strana Narodovo-Demokratična ==== 
Strana Narodovo-Demokratična (meaning National Democratic Party) is a centre-right party that combines pragmatism with moderate conservatism and "capitalism with a human face". The National Democratic Party is a spiritual successor to the Voždravian National Democratic Union. The party supports a mixed market economy with a strong private sector accompanied with welfare and access to basic utilities for everyone. The SND also aim to strengthen and protect democratic and cultural values. 
==== Pjervy Ruh Robotniči ==== 
Pjervy Ruh Robotniči (meaning First Workers' Movement) is a left-wing party that combines semi-planned economics with social conservatism. The party emphasises strong central authority and law enforcement, while also loudly advocating for a semi-planned economy and workers' rights. The party is a proponent of economic self-reliance.
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