Grünewald

Grünewald, officially the Federal Republic of Grünewald, is a Republic currently located in eastern Abexilas, along the northern coast of the Adramis subcontinent of Cathrámis. The current capital of Grünewald is Starkmüler. Grünewald is currently most notable for its government and strong relations with Tellia, and with it, Aethos, despite its small size. The nation was founded by Monkeyboy, RiseOfMan, Traveling Rambler, and Zelda in the pursuit of creating a fair, engaging, and corruption-proof democracy.
== History ==
=== Proto-Tellian-Grünnish People ===
The Proto-Tellian-Grünnish people were nomadic native tribal residents to Abexilas. The Proto-Tellian-Grünnish people have been documented to have inhabited most of Abexilas at some point prior to their settling.
=== Tellian-Grünnish Split ===
The transition of the Proto-Tellian-Grünnish into the distinct Tellian and Grünnish peoples can be most attributed to the rise of Lady Tellia. While the Proto-Tellian-Grünnish people who would claim to be descended from Lady Tellia and duke Ceasar became known as Tellians and migrated North West, whilst those who remained independent of the Tellian bloodline became known as Grünnish, named after their long pursuit for “greener lands”. There is however, no animosity between the Tellians and Grünnish, with both peoples considering each other cultural brothers. 
=== Wandering Period ===
The Grünnish, in pursuit of their “greener lands” would maintain their migratory nature for longer than the Tellians. The Grünnish were not always welcomed when they attempted to settle. This led to constant movement and fracturing of the Grünnish, with many small disputes noted in the histories of other early peoples. This fracturing and travel also had the consequence of preventing the rise of nobility, as did happen in many other peoples in Abexilas. This led to the Grünnish maintaining their nomadic leadership elections, eventually evolving into the strong democratic tradition they are known for today.
=== Grünewald ===
The settlement of Starkmüler had become established and wealthy as opposed to most other Grünnish settlements. The Starkmüler elected council was headed by Monkeyboy, RiseOfMan, Traveling Rambler, and Zelda. Realizing this, they came upon the conclusion that the Grünnish no longer needed to search for their “greener lands” and the “green forest” was right there in Starkmüler. This idea became known as “the Grünewald” amongst the Grünnish people, who began to migrate en masse to the settlement, quickly turning it into a city. This eventually led to the creation of new smaller settlements requiring the creation of the Federal Republic of Grünewald. This brought a natural expansion to the idea of “the Grünewald” from applying to just the city Starkmüler to referring to the ideals and successes of the Grünnish Republic.
=== Formation of the Republic ===
After the rapid growth of Starkmüler made it clear that its tribal descended council needed to be reformed into a more stable and representative government that would avoid the rise of monarchies and other autocrats that had taken over most of the nations of Abexilas. What came out of these discussions was a multi-branch government with a president, strong anti-corruption methods, and articles to allow for further expansion, and a legislature that will expand with the population of the Republic.
=== First Grünewald Executive Elections ===
After the formation of the Federal Republic of Grünewald, the Starkmüler council voted on who would lead the nation. No council member was allowed to campaign or run for themselves. This first vote led to the election of Zelda, however they turned down the position. A second vote took place, which had elected RiseOfMan, the writer of the Republic’s Constitution, to the office. RiseOfMan did not have the intention, going into the vote, of being the first President, however he came to reluctantly accept his drafting to the office.
=== Tellian Settlement Conflict ===
In the expansion of new settlements from the newly created Republic, one strayed close to the borders of Tellia. What started as initially hostile talks soon turned amicable upon realizing the shared roots between the two people’s. President RiseOfMan was able to negotiate a peaceful resolution to the conflict that included a guarantee of protection over Grünewald from Tellia. This peace had not only started the formal relations between the two nations, but finally ended the fears of the destruction of “The Grünewald”, allowing the Grünnish people to flourish.
=== Second Grünewald Executive Elections ===
The second executive elections of Grünewald were the first to allow the popular vote to select the President. RiseOfMan feeling that he had served his country, did not run for a second term after Monkeyboy declared himself in the running. Monkeyboy would win the presidency unopposed.
=== Bardonian Settlement Conflict ===
In the first term of Monkeyboy, a territorial dispute upon a mining settlement had been slowly escalating to the point of potential invasion. The land had been stripped of most valuable resources so its necessity had declined. Monkeyboy was offered a buyout of the land by Bardonia, but working with RiseOfMan, managed to negotiate a sale to Tellian and Aethos Emperor, Ace, instead. In this agreement, many promises were made, most importantly being an informal, but de facto alliance between the two nations. 
===Third Grünewald Executive Elections===
The executive elections of Grünewald were the first to include the Mayorship of Starkmüler as a position. The Presidential race was between Monkeyboy and Sharklilly, with Monkeyboy winning re-election handedly. The mayoral election of Starkmüler was between Giganpilula and Spider, with Spiderman also winning by a large margin.
==Government==
The Federal Republic of Grünewald is a Constitutional Republic with three branches in order to prevent the rise of autocrats and curb corruption.
===Executive===
The executive branch is headed by the President of Grünewald, currently Monkeyboy. The President is elected through an electoral college if there are multiple states, and a direct vote if this is not applicable. The President serves a two month term, and can serve for up to two terms. The President serves as the Head of State, commander of the military, and may approve or veto legislation.
===Legislature===
The legislative branch consists of two chambers. The Chamber of Delegates and the College of States. 
The members Chamber of Delegates are elected through a system of Multi-member district, Mixed-member proportional representation. This means the system combines both the strength of good candidates with proper representation. The Chamber of Delegates expands and adapts to match the population of Grünewald and its states. A Delegate’s term lasts for one month. The Chamber of Delegates have the sole power of impeachment.
The College of States are elected through direct state votes to represent states. Each state gets one Statesman in this chamber. A Statesman’s term lasts for two months. The College of States have the sole power to try impeachment and ratify treaties
Both chambers have the responsibilities to draft and pass laws and amendments. Both chambers may propose amendments to legislation and may overturn vetoes by supermajorities.
===Judiciary ===
The judicial branch's pwoer is to be held by the Federal Court. If the Federal Court is absent for population reasons, the appropriate cabinet member may oversee responsibility. The Federal Court consists of, at most, 5 justices. One justice heads the court as Chief Justice. The Federal Court decides on major cases and on the constitutionality of laws and executive actions.
==Cities==
While the Federal Republic of Grünewald has territory outside of its cities, the urban environments of the republic are where the political and social worlds flourish.
===Starkmüler===
While not the first Grünnish settlement, Starkmüler is by far the most successful of them all. Starkmüler sits on an island on the northern coast of the subcontinent of Adramis. The current mayor of Starkmüler is Spiderman. Starkmüler is currently undergoing territorial expansion with plans to build megastructures to seat the government.
===Donath===
Donath is the first city to join the Federal Republic of Grünewald not of Grünnish origin. Donath is located off the northeastern coast of the subcontinent of Adramis. The city descends from refugees of the Eldham Serran people who were native to Serradeneu. After facing a series of grueling regimes and brutal repression from the Rathniri nation of Montroig, the Serran people distanced themselves from the Montroigian settlement and formed their own town of Donath in Abexilas renaming themselves to Donarians. While many of the Donarians in Donath await the finding of their prophesied true leader, they petitioned and joined the Federal Republic of Grünewald for protection for their rights and identity.