Oler

Oler is the founder of the People's Socialist National Federation (PSNF), now the Glacial Union of Zephyr. He was a goblin revolutionary, philosopher, economist, and diplomat who played a central role in shaping the socio-political landscape of Rozakko'ra. Born into the humble mud goblin tribe of Gbalg'Gwb'Gwagm'Gboyltl in Northern Tiberia, Oler rose from obscurity to become one of the most notorious and controversial figures in Abexillas history. He is remembered for his Socialist, Olerist principles, aggressive, often rude foreign policy, and totalitarian reforms.
== Biography ==
=== Early life ===
Oler was born in 34 VE via ritual to the mud goblin tribe. His upbringing was among the swamps and mangroves of Northern Tiberia, where goblins reside. He was not of high social status as far as goblin society goes, but he wished to become a Shaman and was rather dedicated to the religion at the time. Though it is disputed what happened during this period, Oler left his homeland, his travels took him through various lands southward.
=== PSNF onward ===
Upon arriving in the Sea of Shining Stars, Oler established Frostshire upon an iceberg, organizing a few workers and peasants to join him in this commune. Shortly after, he founded his nation, the People's Socialist Nation of Frostshire (PSNF), a state that, from the beginning, was rooted in collectivism and centralized power. Oler wasted no time establishing welfare and tax systems on potato stockpiles, creating two potato production towers—one for selling, with taxes attached, and another for establishing rations. The food collected was all deposited into storage with minimum withdrawals to meet hunger needs.
During this time, many important figures in PSNF history arose to assist Oler, such as Vissarion and ScreenZombies. Some took on roles in his office, including ministerial positions or as his right-hand advisors, known as the High Council. Oler granted them control of the nation but retained the power to overrule all decisions, with the stipulation that the High Council could initiate a vote of no confidence and legally remove him if the people became dissatisfied with his leadership. The first constitution was drafted, signed by Oler, and officialized.
Oler watched as John Stoneworks performed a miracle in Frostshire, inspiring him to write "John's Word" and convert to a dual belief system between Johnism and the Goblinoid Gods. He struggled to balance his religious commitments for the rest of his life, with John titling him a disciple of John.
For a time, Frostshire became theocratic after Oler agreed to a deal with a religious leader to convert the state to a specific religion. However, this was a political stunt intended to gain soft power, and Oler remained extremely skeptical about the religion's validity. The move ultimately amounted to nothing, and its symbolism was removed from the flag. The belief was unmandated, though the colors did inspire the maroon featured in all following versions of the PSNF-Zephyrian flags. This mistake was later fixed, and the people were liberated with freedom of religion.
Frostshire began expanding, and Oler's administration opened talks with the Azure Coast to purchase surrounding claimed icebergs but dropped the discussion, dissatisfied with the deal as it was exceedingly expensive.
The island of Candalae, in the southeast of Abexillas, was purchased from Laetaris, mainly because Vissarion saw the potential economic opportunities of the cactus farms found within the abandoned remnants of the formerly owned Sentaran claim, a party whose previous ownership was unbeknownst to the PSNF at the time.
The Azure Coast iceberg claim was disbanded, and Frostshire's expansionism was revived as Oler threatened nearby claims, mainly Ardenvall, with an ultimatum to join the PSNF or suffer war. However, the owner, Morgan Mcphat, was in good relations with Gandalf Viatrix Greyhame, the owner of a sizeable mercenary group, and as Morgan refused to give up her claim, the PSNF enacted several raids throughout the day until Gandalf arrived and threatened the PSNF. What ensued was a standoff between the fully netherite-equipped and arguably among the most powerful men in Abexillas, Gandalf, and the inexperienced PSNF. It was unclear if he was bluffing or not, but Oler continued berating him before yielding to the pressure and backing off. Oler later apologized, and the conflict was neutralized.
Instead of claiming the icebergs, Oler planned a project to mine out surrounding unclaimed icebergs and to rebuild the ice into a "mega-iceberg," where it could be claimed without having to engage in conflict. This ordeal was appointed by Oler to be led by Sleepy2, the future Secretary of Development/Arts in the Glacial Union of Zephyr.
The island of Candalae claim came to be known as Coalthguard and rapidly grew, leading to a nation-wide distancing from Frostshire, somewhat to Oler's dismay. To accommodate the rapid expansion, the PSNF was renamed the People's Socialist National Federation, generalizing the name while retaining the acronym. Coalthguard also began developing an underwater multi-layer cactus farm of what was estimated to be on Abexillas-record magnitude.
Sentara sent an interviewer who appeared to threaten the PSNF by asking whether or not they were aware that the land previously belonged to Sentara, somewhat angering Oler, who felt accused. Oler began drafting and formulating Olerism, because he was not flattered by Xeroism.
The Abexillas Socialist Internationale (ASI), refused PSNF admission into the Internationale on the basis of "reactionary" ideology, though it can be presumed that Sentara, as the most prominent member, blocked entry into the Internationale. Oler was granted individual membership; however, this nonetheless angered him.
ScreenZombies, as head of the military, had secretly been working on a large castle known as Augmentum, the PSNF's military base of operations. Oler was impressed by his work, particularly the functioning prison system, and decided to fuse the justice system with the military, which came at a perfect time as both foreign and domestic unrest began brewing in Coalthguard. There were rumors of suspicious people sent by Sentara, mainly a character named Tristqn who would visit and snoop around Coalthguard unannounced and sometimes attack, which came at a time when Sentara and the PSNF opened negotiations over the island of Candalae. Sentara considered that the PSNF had stolen this land and requested 250,000 in reparations, leading many to believe that Tristqn had been visiting Coalthguard to survey activity or to extort the PSNF on behalf of Sentara. There had also been incidents internally of domestic terrorism, such as the destruction of a domicile by a former citizen, and another incident from a citizen known as Brochi, later known as Oga'Doga, who Oler promptly incarcerated for 4 counts of murder and was sentenced to pay a fine and serve time within Augmentum prison (46 VE).
Oler was not keen on paying Sentara the 250,000 and took the issue to the Alterian Conference, which was the newly created summit of Rozakko'ra's sub-continent of Altera, in order to attempt to garner sympathy from regional powers to defend the position and paint Sentara as the aggressor, especially considering the purchase was from Laetaris. However, it was claimed that it was an illegal transaction, and while there was some sentiment that Sentara was being rash, they were wildly influential, and it was concluded that the PSNF would pay the 250,000.
LanBytes Von Muller signed Isenbergstadt to be absorbed as an independent state into the PSNF. During this time, Scarbia was created, being the first claim on the mainland of Nomad's Isle, however, the Nomad's Isle claims felt threatened by the presence of Ischanor. This was settled by a Non-Aggression Pact (NAP), however.
Tristqn continued to attack the PSNF at this time, and it was unclear what his motives were. Meanwhile, Yettorch of Vynaria also showed up, though the PSNF was suspicious of him as a potential spy because it appeared he was highly affiliated, as well as because the PSNF received a tip-off from L3on, leader of Laetaris, that he was not to be trusted. However, later, he reattempted to obtain citizenship, and a discussion commenced between Oler and Yettorch regarding the situation between Laetaris and Vynaria. It appeared that Yettorch had been wronged by L3on and, by extension, the rest of the Alterian Conference, which appeared to be colluding against Vynaria. Yettorch organized an NAP between the PSNF and Vynaria, much to the dismay of Laetaris.
Cyberstan was created, and tensions between Laetaris and the PSNF reached an all-time high as Laetaris considered the land to be theirs. They requested monetary atonement, but Oler ignored these pleas.
Tristqn was labeled a terrorist, denounced by Sentara, and removed from the nation alongside his claim, Fort Chippewa. He had not only been attacking the PSNF but also surrounding nations and was known and feared for the following crimes, including but not limited to: raiding, murder, extortion, rebellion, conspiracy, fraud, destruction of property, coercion and manipulation, animal cruelty, and terrorism. Oler respected his anti-Sentaran sentiment, however, and considered allying himself with him. After seeking asylum for his claim and being refused by Vynaria, Oler chose to annex Fort Chippewa in the heart of Sentara. This was announced across all of Alteria, where the PSNF's actions were greatly frowned upon and eventually presented by Sentara to the entire continent of Rozakko'ra as among the most pressing issues. However, Oler held steadfast in his decision and taunted Sentara to attack the fort as he gathered allies to support the defense, including Vladistan and Vhagaria.
What ensued was a highly complex situation in which immense pressure from regional powers and the fear of a defense against Sentara forces drove civil unrest. Oler knew that the battle was already a victory, and in the current position, it was unlikely that Sentara, with its bureaucracy, would expend resources attempting to take a claim that was confidently held by the PSNF. Therefore, Oler chose to suppress political dissent for his own unpopular yet necessary solutions. However, nonetheless, Vissarion, High Council, and the most influential political figure, second only to Oler, sympathized with the people of the PSNF, who he felt didn’t wish for war. He confronted Oler. Vissarion claimed that the things the people cared for came under threat by his conquest. Oler reminded him that he was the Supreme Leader, synonymous with the will of the PSNF. Vissarion claimed that he had done more for the nation than Oler ever had. Consumed by anger, Oler leaked classified information to Sentara regarding all allies involved in the defense of Fort Chippewa. Oler then announced to Abexillas the dissolution of the PSNF (60 VE).
In what was considered a glorious revolution, Oler was ousted from office and banished. His whereabouts remain unknown, though some speculate he supported the anti-Sentaran resistance in Fort Chippewa, which ultimately lost to Sentara and other regional forces (75 VE), or conspired with trusted comrades. Others believe he retreated to the wilderness, where it is likely that he would be deeply saddened upon hearing of the sale of Frostshire which happened shortly after Zephyrian reorganization.
== Gallery ==
Frostshire d1.png|Creation of Frostshire, photographed by Oler.
Oler Self Portrait.png|Oler as depicted in a self portrait propaganda piece. 
Aftermath Fort Chippewa.png|The state of Chief Tristqn's Fort Chippewa after the failed resistance defense. (75 VE)
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