Viratayn

Viratayn is a theocratic nation located in the southern half of Halinn in Abexilas. Viratayn originates from Rathnir, where it was located on the eastern side of the Aldoviri Subcontinent of Alteniquia, between the Tortugan Sea the Atsyllean Sea.
It is the birthplace of Zentivar, which is the state religion.
=== History ===
==== Foundations ====
Viratayn was born out of the Sovereign City of Athazolant, following Athaz's retreat from international politics. It was established on December 2nd 2021, with both Athaz as well as Carpicious-a longtime resident of the city, and Athaz's wife- as head of state. Whereas Athazolant was a personality-state centered around Athaz, Viratayn was created to be the product of Athaz and Carpicious, and the union of their ideas. The name "Viratayn" is a corruption of the phrase "Vahtahmirayn" from Athaz's native language, meaning, "Immortal Union", reflecting this concept.
=== Geography ===
 
In Abexilas, Viratayn settled on the continent of Halinn, establishing its capital on the Neytaruh River, which divides the nation into 3 regions, 
Northern Viratayn is mostly made up of forests with some hills, particularly among up to the mountains in the northeast. Central Viratayn is a peninsula between the neytaruh and its tributaries. It is dominated by a large dark oak forest. Southern Viratayn takes up the majority of Othos Island, which is known for the Ivesi Hill in its center, and the swamp at the southern tip of the island. 
In Rathnir, Viratayn was a small nation with consistent biomes and geography, and little variation. The most diversity can be found in each of the four corners of the nation, which each jut outwards from the center. In the northwest corner there was consistent mountainous terrain which made up its border with the Kingdom of Adavia on the west side. Tall mountains also existed on the south west corner along the coastline, resulting in steep cliffs jutting out of the sea. The ranges are divided by forests between them, and do not interact with each other. 
The north east corner featured a small expanse of plains, the most flat terrain in the nation, while the south east possesses a dark oak forest biome on the Strait of Hraam.
=== Government ===
==== Central Government ====
Viratayn has an absolutist system of government where power is primarily derived from the clergy. It is centered around its two immortal leaders, who hold the title of Ordinator, and Ordinatrix, respectively. Both leaders have equal power, but do not move forward with any action if the other believes that it might be the wrong decision. As the two offices are held by immortals who are married, political scheming at this level of government is non existent, as neither one works against the vision of the other.
==== Theocratic Local Government ====
Despite its absolutist nature, Viratayn relies on a selection of talented officers to oversee local activities in its various towns. Beginning as a small nation in Rathnir where land was limited, Viratayn developed special conditions for the legal settlement and oversight of new towns. Any settlement in Viratayn must be run and managed by a Holy Ensif: a sort of priest-lord appointed directly by the Ordinata. This is in order to minimize settlement or requests to settle, as well as ensure that each position of power is held by a higher member of the faith.
If one does qualify to be able to settle or manage a town in Viratayn, and is granted the position by the head of state, then they are able to run it to their liking as long as they do not violate national or religious law or order.
=== Society and Culture ===
Viratayn society is centered around a non rigid social class system, which divides people into four groups. The system places religious leaders and scholars above others, as being the most respected and influential members of society, and lacks any type of warrior or noble class. Classes may receive certain benefits from the state, and have specific requirements for one to be recognized as a member of the class. However, if one meets the requirements of joining a class, they may become a member of that class any time they like.
Members of a class are not obligated to perform a certain role or task, but are encouraged to focus on it.
==== Social Classes of Viratayn ====
===== Delnav =====
Delnav is the serf class, and is the lowest class in Viratayn society. Every person in Viratayn begins their life as a Delnav. Although referred to as the serf class, Delnavs are full fledged and highly respected citizens of the nation, with the ability to own property, and change their class.
The focus of the Delnav class is easy and simple tasks, such as the collection of resources necessary for the nation and other classes to function, and assistance in construction. The class is typically made up of players who have not found an interest in other classes, lack talent related to other classes, or are not active enough to qualify, or see any benefit in joining, other classes.
===== Kaernav =====
Kaernav is the artisan and merchant class. The class is focused on the the intricate creation of products, including drinks, cheese, jam, and buildings, and is also typically oriented towards business. Joining the Kaernav class requires one to have a talent and an interest in construction, business, or creating a meaningful product, and allows them to be granted property in order to practice their craft or business, in the case of general artisans and merchants, or design and construct new buildings, in the case of architects.
===== Semasol =====
Semasol is the scholar class. Their focus is the collection, creation, study, or preservation of records and literature. Semasols must demonstrate an ability and interest in writing, and may be provided materials to continue writing by the state, as well as assistance with their projects by the Ordinator, and the ability to sell their written works in the featured section of the bookstore located at Viratayn's capital city. Semasols may also be given specific duties of keeping national records, or assignments to conduct research on a particular topic and write about it in order to expand the collected knowledge of Viratayn.
===== Raillah =====
Raillah is the clerical class, composed of any who are particularly knowledgeable or dedicated to the Zentivar religion. Only the most faithful of Viratayn are able to enter the class, and must make some contribution to the faith, such as producing a written work related to Zentivar specifically, or by acting as an apostle who brings many others to the faith.
Raillah is not a religious position, and may include people who have a range of positions in the Zentivaric hierarchy, or none at all. However, Raillahs are generally seen as more valuable to the faith than other citizens of Viratayn, and are more likely to grow within it, opening the door for them to become highly involved within the religion. 
The main benefit of being of the Raillah class outside of the potential to grow in rank within Zentivar, is the ability to manage a town in Viratayn, as only those who are dedicated to the faith are trusted with positions of power in the theocracy.
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Category:Traveler's Era