Farania

Farania is a modestly sized nation based in Onthukhan, with additional territories in Neidene. It is well known for it's pacifism, Vodka, and cultural diversity.
==Culture==
The nation of Farania has many diverse and unique cultures for it's size. From Fungus based elves to semi-vampiric bugs, people of all shapes and sizes call Farania home. 
==== Living Cultures ====
===== Settlers =====
A mixture between vladic culture and an ensemble of others, the Settler culture was naturally created overtime as the various smaller cultures mixed and mingled with each other. The "default" culture of Farania, Settlers can often be identified by their simple, flowing and bright colored garments. Magic is also quite common, with many seeing it as a blessing. This initially caused some tension with the vladic peoples, but as time went on, they accepted that other cultures have other rules. A large portion of them are also pacifistic, as most families came from war-torn places. Dishes vary, with pancakes and the ancient table soup being favorites. Many follow the Faith of the Spark, as it allows most beliefs to coexist, reducing conflict. This culture completely dominates the southern part of Ess-Thalor, and much of the Island of Iremith. 
===== Vladic people =====
From Skjoldrbrodir's colonization of the land up until recently, Vladic people have made up the bulk of Farania's population. While other cultures have overtaken them in recent years, Vladic peoples have certainly left their mark on the land, having historically been the driving force behind Zanathia (pre ressetlement), Faxeholm, and Everfrost. Many of these people follow Nyr Nostiker, though in recent years many have converted to the Faith of the Spark, due to it being less restricting. 
===== Luxensteiner =====
The Luxensteiners were among the first settlers of Farania, creating the village of Luxenstein in the northeast corner of the Ess Thalor province. Shortly after their arrival, they were discovered by the people of Skjoldrbrodir, who quickly ousted them, though not before they were able to partake in the Larp Rebellion.
==== Extinct Cultures ====
===== Talitian =====
This was the predominant culture of the region now known as Ess-Thalor for centuries, before they were wiped out completely by a cult dedicated to Morgrend. They were known to be a group of warriors, with a strange guttural language only related to the modern Travelers tongue and Yirsi language in the most basic of ways. The culture was in many ways to opposite of that of the modern Farani, with there being very little emphasis on promoting peace, instead vying for war. The use of magic was also heavily regulated, restricting it to only a select few under the royal family under the pretext that it could be dangerous, though, according to some surviving sources, such as a stone tablet found beneath Faxeholm, they were directed by some higher power that came from the Ebony Blade to experiment with the arcane in secret, though the validity of this source is heavily disputed. 
== Regions of Farania ==
The lands of Farania are divided into regions, formerly to better administrate them. They currently have no real use, and are kept out of tradition. 
=== Ess-Thalor ===
Ess Thalor is what is generally considered Farania's Eldhamite mainland. It consists of the lands from the northernmost point point of Luxenstein isle to the Southern most point of Myer's Island, the Raspberry Thicket, and the Silver Highlands. This island of Misthaven is also considered a part of this region. The region is quite diverse, being bitter cold on the Island of Luxenstein and temperate and warm on the south of Myers Isle, with everything in between being temperate. The province is named after the great lost kingdom of the same name that ruled over the lands long ago. The Provincial Capitol of Ess-Thalor is Faxeholm. 
=== Eldr-Prethal ===
Eldr-Prethal is a region on the northern part of a peninsula in south Maddrak, sharing it with the Skjold region of the same name. It also consists of the Swarm Islands to the east. The region on the mainland is truly cold, with the only surviving settlement, Everfrost, being constantly covered in a layer of ice and snow. This is in sharp contrast to the Swarm Islands, which maintain a Humid Oceanic climate. It is named after the Eldr-Prethal family, who rule over the region as Jarls.
=== Tessel/Iremith ===
The province of Iremith is also known as Tessel, depending on whether you use the name of the island or the former kingdom that ruled over the lands. This province is considered Farania's Rathniri mainland. The region is a rather large archipelago centering on the island of Iremith and it's dominant city of Shu-Koji, with most of the island maintaining a mild oceanic environment. Most of the area suffers from a large amount of rain, in no doubt due to the rain-shadow effect caused by the steep cliffs of Auroran Tessel. This rain-shadow effect is most abundantly clear in the Cursed Mirelands on the western part of the island, resulting in that area being a warm subtropical swamp. The region's primary attraction is the Great Palace of Shu-Koji, one of the world's largest buildings, a massive complex built to house the island's rulers. Smaller attractions include the Buried City of Tyloir, the Great Mound of the King of Dirt, Post-Bannania, and the mysterious underground town of Turtlonia. 
== Settlements and Locations. ==
Farania has many fascinating locations, including many natural wonders such as the inactive volcano of Asharilith, the volcanic hotsprings of Misthaven, the great forest of the black timberlands, the magical raspberry thicket, the great and ancient Silver highlands, the mighty Mount Faxen, the glacier of Everfrost, and the magical and cursed Swarm Islands, in addition to an ensemble of floating islands. 
Settlements of Farania
Settlement Name	Region 	Size 	Information
Shu-Koji 	Iremith 	City 	Shu-Koji lies on the central and southern portions of the island of Iremith, dominating the landscape. The city is built in a traditional Plagosi style, with it's large palace being one of the biggest buildings in Rathnir
Turtlonia 	Iremith 	Town 	Turtlonia, at first glance, seems to be nothing more than an inn and a well, but, if you were to fall down the well, you'd find an ancient cavern laced with buildings.
Zanathia 	Ess-Thalor 	City 	Zanathia was the former Capitol of the Principality of Farania. It is primarily located in the East of Ess-Thalor, on a peninsula in the shade of the Silver Highlands. Many peoples live there, from Vlads to Farani, giving it the nickname "The City of Many Faces".
Faxeholm 	Ess-Thalor 	City 	Faxeholm is a large city located in the west of Ess-Thalor, underneath the watchful gaze of the mighty Mount Faxen. It has historically been a rebellious place, but has calmed down significantly after the founding of the short-lived Shurida. It is known for it's cactus farms, mineral-rich waters, and large theatre.
Old Luxenstein 	Ess-Thalor 	Village	Old Luxenstein is, appropriately, the oldest town in Ess-Thalor. Founded by a group of breakaway Austonians, it was a player in the Larp War, before being completely abandoned. It was left to rot for decades until it was repopulated by the conjoined efforts of Falska Viatrax-Finx and Elyon Silvaranth. Today, it is known as a sleepy town, with high walls that protect it from all outside invasions.
Everchill 	Ess-Thalor 	Village	Everchill is a small village on the center of Luxenstein isle, near the east face of Mount Faxen. It was originally a small ruin, until the 327th Clonetroopers appeared from a portal, and turned it into their vacation home.
Everfrost 	Eldr Prehtal	Town 	Many Ess-Thalori Faranians dream of getting away to the Frozen city of Everfrost. The beautiful city is a hub of lavish activities, hosting a game house, a bar, and several restaurants. It also has strong ties to Skjold, being ruled by a member of it's royal family.
Misthaven 	Ess-Thalor 	Estate 	Misthaven is a small island directly north of Everchill. The isle serves as the personal estate of House Silvaranth, having been a great fort in ages long forgotten. The shadow of the more recent Heavenly tower looms over this place, a reminder of the volcanic activity lying deep beneath the waves.
Plumtopia 	Eldr Prehtal	Estate 	Plumtopia lies on the island of Elenova, far east of Everfrost. It has currently been all but seized by the Anglunian government, and as such, little is known about it.
Abandoned Nest 	Eldr Prehtal	Estate 	The Abandoned Nest is an archipelago of islands between Elenova and Everfrost. It once served as the hub for the group known as the Swarm, a merciless hivemind of bug like creatures. Now the island lays all but abandoned, a taboo place due to the ancient powers of the Swarms god-head, the Overmind.
=== Locations ===
==== The Silver Highlands ====
The Silver Highlands are a range of mountains in the south-easternmost point in Ess-Thalor. They were created by the volcanic activities that stir deep beneath the ground, and are regarded as both magical and holy by many different groups. There are many caverns beneath the Highlands, notably a cave that connects Zanathia and Nyavashire via a river, and a frozen chamber with marking dating back to late Talite-Sciath. 
==== Asharilith ====
Asharilith is a large inactive volcano that created the Silver highlands. It is revered as a Holy site for worshippers of the god Ashkar in the Sparks pantheon. Why the volcano went inactive is unknown, but it is known that the change occurred in the last 1000 years or so, as Morgrend, the Dark Lord of Mirau, was nearly revived by it's fires during the fall of Talite Sciath. 
==== The Black Timberlands ====
This mighty forest once dominated the northern portion of Myer's Isle in Ess-Thalor, providing strong wood to the people of the region and beyond. It's name came from the sheer amount of trees within the region, which shaded much of the area. It was destroyed during the Battle of Skjoldhenge when the forces of Yizawan the Mad King accidentally lit it on fire, burning most of the trees. 
==== Raspberry Thicket ====
The Raspberry Thicket is a small forest near the Silver Highlands. It gains it's name from the abundance of Raspberries in the area. There are legends that Thavar MacCraith, the first king of Talite-Sciath, planted the Raspberries during a great famine shortly after the Kingdom's founding. The Raspberries grew overnight, allowing the people to not only have food, but to feast for 100 days.
== History ==
=== Rodinnbrok period ===
18 March 2022: The city of Zanathia is founded by Elyon (smamton) and catbcy as a squatter claim within Rodinnbrok.
4th April 2022: The player Grabben1 proposes a mutual pact between the cities of Everchill, Zanathia, and Faxeholm, as he believes they will be sold off to Vespera. The document is approved by High Jarl Sandy Rovin of Rodinnbrok, thus forming the Rodinnian municipality of Farania, and integrating Zanathia into Rodinnbrok.
10th May 2022: Grabben1 retires, giving his city to AtomicPhoenix222
11th May 2022: News of the player AtomicPhoenix222 attempting to rebel from Rodinnbrok reaches the ears of catbcy and Elyon. They report it to Jacob and Sandy, thus starting the first Pheonix trial.
13th May 2022: AtomicPhoenix222 is found guilty and exiled from Rodinnbrok. The town of Everfrost join's Farania
4th of June 2022: Zanathia is raided by the group known as the swarm, who were squatting on a few nearby islands. 
8th of June 2022: The Void Spire is erected in 1 day by 327th_Mason, looming high over all other buildings in the area. 
14th of June 2022: Gardenia offers Farania to join them. Farania refuses. Elyon is married to Erendryel Darndellian-Lochlatan
26th of June 2022: Skjoldrbrodir attempts to force Farania to join them. The Hufvudmen vote, and decide not to join.
28th of June 2022: Skjoldrbrodir offers Farania another joining offer. They once again refuse.
29th of June 2022: Skjoldrbrodir offers their final offer to Farania, they refuse, forcing Velerin to involve themsleves.
4th of July 2022: Diplomatic relations with Anglunia begin
=== Nation period ===
8th of July 2022: Under threat of war, Farania joins Velerin as a vassal. Farania officially becomes a nation
1st of August 2022: Farania buys a small island from Aurora, and The Ebony Isles are founded
7th of August 2022: Anglunia pays Velerin for Farania's freedom, and Farania joins Anglunia as a vassal
26th of August 2022: Elyon is elected Prince of Farania, establishing house Silvaranth as the nation's ruling family. 
11th of September 2022: Farania trades a small part of it's land to Diregon for the island of Adelhorst
25th of September 2022: The nation of The Swarm fully reintegrates into Farania, due to both of it's islands being completely abandoned.
28th of September 2022: Farania buys 4 islands from Uldarash.
Late September 2022: Early November 2022: Farania discusses merging with the Oligarchy of Lutum, a province of the collapsing Diregon.
12th of November 2022: Shurida is Formed from Farania, Lutum, and Soliana, and is ruled by 6 oligarchs, two from each region
4th of December 2022: Due to Nyava of Lutum buying the city of Jurkior immediately, Shurida collapses, integrating into Anglunia. 
=== Aellonsyrdom of Anglunia ===
The Nation takes a sharp nosedive for the worst as it is transformed into an Aellonsyrdom of Anglunia. 
28th of January 2023: The Jarldom of Terrainia, a former vassal of Farania, integrates into the Principality. 
Late January-Early February 2023: Prince Elyon Silvaranth of Farania is named King of Tessel, and as such, the Kingdom of Tessel is integrated into Farania 
3rd of March 2023: Anglunia, against the wishes of the Prince of Farania, sells of Terrainia for pennies, being the first of many misdemeanors against the region by it's overlords. 
4th of April 2023: The Tess awaken once again on the island of Tessel and join Farania.
Category:Anglunia
Category:Traveler's Era