Reo'hoari Union

The Reo'hoari Union, also referred to as the Reo'hoari Consulate or simply just Reo'hoari, is a union of tribal states located off the east coast of the southeastern continent (known as Hani'kae in Erua) of Kylorne. It is the 14th Reo'hoari government and the first Reo'hoari state which does not recognise itself as a Republic or an Empire. The formation of the Union came after a resurgence of the Reo'hoari cultural identity during the Tribal Era of Kylorne, and after a brief transition government period under the Second Reo'hoari Republic, the Union came into fruition in 1449 ABD.
== Etymology ==
The state is officially known as the Reo'hoari Union, the name derives from the cultural identity of the Reo'hoari people, which it in itself is an artificial identity forged to unite the peoples of the Matan Archipelago. Many refer to it simply as 'the Reo'hoari', and locally it is commonly referred to as 'the Union'. There is no abbreviation or current versions of the name in other languages.
== History ==
Full Articles: Abridged History of the Reo'hoari States & Reo'hoari Governments
=== The Return of the Reo'hoari Identity ===
Following the fall of the Tua Korah Ineriun, the Reo'hoari cultural identity was largely diminished as the territories were either scorched or defaulted back on tribal instincts. What was left of the over a millennia of cultural growth was not enough to keep everything together, and without the Elders and the Order as a religious backbone, the Reo'hoari identity faded into the abyss.
However, upon the return of the Elders to the Matan Archipelago in 1205 ABD, a cultural revolution occurred. They journeyed across the tribes, reinvigorating the feeling of togetherness and unity under a single identity. And, under the Second Reo'hoari Republic, this cycle continued, slowly uniting the Matan under a single cultural identity once again.
=== The Foundation of the Union & Matanui ===
Early in the months of 1449 ABD, the newly founded Chiefdom Consulate published a statement to the international community marking the founding of a new state, a union of tribes, once torn apart but reunited once again. It was to be named the Reo'hoari Union. That same year, construction on the new capital of Matanui began, with the Consulate deciding to make the capital of the Old Republic, Alta Matanui, a historic site instead of rebuilding it to its former glory.
=== The Raposans Join the Union ===
In 1450 ABD, after almost 250 years of separation, the Raposan peoples decided to join the Union. This decision came after much deliberation between the Consulate and the monarch of Raposa, who wanted to have a high-ranking job in the Union and full administrative power over their territories. As a result, the Raposan monarch Castelo was made the Chief of Raposa.
=== The Cr'ese Abandon the Reo'hoari ===
In 1452 ABD, the Elders arrived on the southern isle of the Matan Archipelago to negotiate the integration of the Cr'ese people into the Union. However, upon arrival they were turned away, the Cr'ese denying any intent on rejoining the Reo'hoari in any manner. It was the first group to do so, and the dismissal was seen as an insult. As a result, relations between the Union & the southern isle have been shaky ever since.
=== First Contact With the Mainland ===
Up until 1454 ABD, the Union had no knowledge of the geopolitical stance of Kylorne outside of the islands and the east coast. However, Akele Ithati Sindi decided to reach out to other nations and people groups. Reaching out to the central continent nation of Bilgewater, as well as the southeastern continent nation of Oruna and the nomadic groups of Tsaytsa.
== Geography & Environment ==
The geography of the Union's territory varies depending on the island. It is mostly woodlands and plains in the central island, with the elevation being majoritively under 8m above sea level, the exception to this being Mount Nui, which at its peak rises around 35m above sea level. The climate of the island is temperate, allowing for the easy growing of crops alongside the additional factors of rich & fertile soil. The northern island, on the other hand, is a subtropical rainforest, retaining the similar elevation factor. This drastic change in climate matches up with the mainland, the neighbouring territories containing rich mangrove forests. An explanation for the change could be due to the year-round warm currents that affect the north isle, whereas the central isle receives year-round cold currents from the southern seas.
== Government & Politics ==
=== Administrative Regions & Central Government ===
The Union is divided up into Chiefdoms, each run by a Khanta (Chief) that act as semi-autonomous states that are represented by the Khanta in the Central Government, which is known as the Khanta's Consulate. There are currently 3 administrative regions: Te'te, Raposa & Seho. Matanui is run directly by the Central Government.
The Consulate is responsible for the management of the state overall, with each Khanta being a representative of the Chiefdom's opinions on these matters. The Consulate is headed by the Asha Khanta, someone elected by the Consulate to act as a mediator and head of state. A serving Khanta cannot become the Asha Khanta while they are still the Chiefdom's representative in the Consulate. The role of Khanta is not elected by the public, instead a Khanta chooses their successor upon resignation or death.
=== Code of Law ===
No official code of law exists in the Union, instead a general 'rights of man' is upheld by the Order, treated as a historical code of honour. Those who violate it are brought before the Order's Tribunal, and they may face punishment as a result of their actions if proven guilty. 
=== Foreign Relations ===
The Reo'hoari have a history of being an isolated group, only reaching out to those in their inner cultural circle. However, the Union has broken this stereotype and has established methods of communication with other members of the regional community. Through their relations with the Tsaytsa nomadic tribes, they have now have a basic understanding of Hani'kae's universal language, known colloquially as 'Hand Talk'. Diplomatic ties have also been established with the nation of Oruna, a state that historically was allies with the Ineriun, however now stands as a good friend of the Union. Akele Ithati Sindi embarked on an expedition and discovered Bilgewater's Buccaneers, a small pirate state the Union has now established full contact with.
=== Military ===
The Union lacks any major form of military might upon a cultural precedent of encouraging peace between parties. However, the Order of the Sacred Blades has a small force, however this group prioritises peacekeeping missions and & internal policing. Since the Reo'hoari have not seen combat since the Ineriun, the precence of a military in modern times is deemed unneeded by the Consulate.
== National Symbols ==
The Union has many national symbols which are used to reflect its image to the world at large.
Type 	Symbol 	Meaning
National Flag 	 	The national flag of the Reo'hoari Union is divided into two parts by a white line across the lower third of the flag, splitting the deep purple & the cyan. The national emblem sits in the centre of the flag. The flag as a whole is seen more as an art piece, representing the Union's rise from the Dark Ages, prevailing above all odds to carve a new path in history for the Reo'hoari.
National Emblem 	 	Also known as the Gold Standard, the national emblem of the Union is the symbol that has been commonly attributed to the Reo'hoari. Historically, the emblem has always been a gold nine-point star, with the wreath around the outside historically being a shade of copper or green. However, the emblem was changed upon the re-establishment of the Reo'hoari identity, making all of the emblem the colour gold. It represents not only the Union, but equally the union between the state and the Order, a historical bond that cannot be broken.
Asha Khanta's Seal	 	The Seal of the Asha Khanta is the emblem used on all government documents, as well as the representative emblem of the Khanta's Consulate.
Motto 	Matato Blades erahi!	'In the power of the Blades we trust' - The historical greeting of the Order.
Anthem 	Motehonor Katuano 	'In Honour We Stand Once More' - In reference to the rise from the ashes the Reo'hoari experienced.
National Colours 	Gold, Cyan & Purple 	The three colours on the flag & on every emblem. Purple shades may vary.
National Flower 	Allium 	The allium was made the national flower due to a field of alliums native to the Matan Archipelago being the founding place of the capital, Matanui. The cornflower & the dandelion can also been seen being used as alternatives, though are unofficial.
National Animal 	Matan Wolf 	Also native to the Matan Archipelago, the Matan Wolf was made the national animal as they were seen as nature's protectors of the isles, deeming them sacred and necessary for the survival of Reo'hoari civilisation.
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