Glaciusfjord

Glaciusfjord, officially the Crowns Of Glaciusfjord. are the direct descendants of the ancient hidden Glacium people. This great nation was formed in the southern iceberg of Talasi.
== History ==
=== Origins ===
The Glacis spent millennia in a world that was hidden from view, an underground realm warmed by the earth's core and lit by war lanterns. Their civilisation, which was moulded by isolation and survival, was a harmonious fusion of cutting-edge technology and instincts from the animal kingdom. Their bodies were elongated and slim, a result of living underground for generations; they had pale skin and eyes that adjusted to the low light.
Their knowledge was extensive and covered topics well beyond what surface people were aware of. They achieved near-miraculous mastery in biology, engineering, and geology. However, their knowledge of the world above was restricted to folklore.
A seismic tremor of unexplained origin propelled them to the surface in a cataclysmic disaster. They stepped out into a world full with sunlight, like shadow creatures entering a fire. They adjusted and created the Glacium Empire, an incredible feat of engineering and architecture that ruled the Great continent of Talasi for ages. They were an unstoppable force because of their cutting edge technology and astute strategic planning.
But their quick ascent also inspired fear and jealousy. A coalition of adversarial nations initiated a terrible war because they shared a fear of the enigmatic underground people. The Glacium Empire fell, its citizens either killed or sold into slavery, and its cities were reduced to ruins.
Those who had survived the slaughter and made their way to the south calm ice field of Talasi made up a tiny remnant of the Glacis. They founded Glaciusfjord, their new home, there. They were a people whose souls had been crushed. However, there was a glimmer of the previous fortitude and a resolve to endure and reconstruct within them.
The residents of Glaciusfjord are a shadow of who they used to be. Their technology is limited to the bare minimum, and they live in isolation. However, they harbour a deep-seated remembrance of their illustrious past—a legacy of strength and wisdom that may someday come to life. Despite their small number, they are not overlooked. There are still tales of a people that live underneath and are earth's rulers, ready to rise again.
=== Glacis ===
The soft, flickering glow of war lanterns illuminated the maze-like network of tunnels and caverns that was the Glacis Undercity. These lanterns provide a steady, dependable light source in the underground depths because they were made of a special alloy that resisted heat and corrosion. The city was a monument to the inventiveness of the Glacis, a place where survival and creativity had come together to form a singular and remarkable civilisation.
The Undercity's architecture was a hybrid of mechanical and organic design. An environment that was visually arresting was created by the contrast between sharp, angular buildings and smooth, curving walls. The city was split up into many districts, each serving a specific function. The residential parts had large chambers and meandering passageways that housed the Glacis in communal housing. The hum of equipment and the glow of molten metal filled the industrial district, which was bustling with activity.
The Central Core was a massive structure at the centre of the Undercity that provided vitality to the entire city. It was here that the energy for the city was produced and the war lamps made. In addition to being the archive of Glacis knowledge, the Central Core served as a location for the preservation of the past and the conception of new ideas.
The Glacis were amazing adapters in and of themselves. Their lengthy bodies were made for the cramped conditions of the Undercity. Their fair complexion, which was sensitive to the dim light, had developed to make the most of the little light that the battle lamps could supply. Their big, expressive eyes could adjust to different light conditions, which made it easy for them to move around the underground environment .
=== Glacium Empire ===
Human inventiveness and tenacity were demonstrated by the Glacium Empire. The vast metropolis that served as its capital was an architectural and engineering marvel. Sleek, black obsidian and polished steel towers protruded from the sky, their massive forms a sharp contrast to the surrounding landscape.
The industrial centre of the empire was a maze of interconnecting levels located beneath the city. Deep beneath the surface of the earth, machines buzzed constantly, crafting the implements and innovations that kept the empire going. The underground environment was a mechanical symphony of cogs and gears, demonstrating the Glacians' adeptness at mechanics.
Large open areas above ground were planned to take full advantage of natural light and air. Gardens and parks offered a break from the unrelenting intensity of the metropolis. They were stocked with exotic plants that were grown on the empire's underground farms. There was a sense of purpose, too, as if nature itself was being used to further the goals of the empire, even in these calm areas.
The Glacium Empire was a world of stark contrasts and lines, where human ingenuity and the age-old knowledge of the subterranean collided. Until it fell into the gross hands of the enemies...
=== The Great Civil War ===
==== The Separatists ====
The repressive government of the Glacium Empire gave rise to the Liberty Coalition, a democratic separatist organisation. The Liberty Coalition, which included progressive academics, forward-thinking nobles, and disenfranchised citizens, sought to overthrow the dual monarchy that was in power and install a democratic government. 
The movement was led by prominent individuals such as General Aric Belmar, a former imperial soldier turned rebel, and gifted diplomat Liora Fjord. With strong support from all facets of society, their objective was to replace the authoritarian administration with one that placed more of an emphasis on standing up for individual rights and serving the interests of the people.
==== The Civil War ====
The Glacium Empire and the Liberty Coalition fought a bloody and protracted civil war. The frozen terrain was devastated by significant conflicts like the Battle of Silvburg and the Siege of Famorica. The armies of the Liberty Coalition, utilising guerilla warfare and trying to take advantage of the empire's internal divisions, confronted the advanced technology and well fortified locations of the imperial military.
The Liberty Coalition battled with scarce resources and internal strife in spite of their zeal and creative strategies. The internal strife inside the empire, where Emperor Lenelia's aggressive plans frequently contrasted with Empress Silvia's more cautious approach, created strategic disorganisation and intensified the conflict.
==== The Coalitions Intervention ====
The neighbouring countries became more and more worried about the possible emergence of the Glacium Empire as a powerful international force as the civil war continued. Concerned about the potential for unbridled empire growth, a group of adjacent nations established the Alliance of the Crescent Moon. Known for their strategic military might, the Republic of Verdalia, the Kingdom of Solara, for their diplomatic prowess, and the Free States of Elaris, with their formidable naval forces, were the members of this alliance.
The Alliance of the Crescent Moon made the decision to get involved in order to stop the empire or the separatists from becoming dominant, not to favour one side over the other. In an effort to destabilise both the Glacium Empire and the Liberty Coalition and guarantee that no one nation would become a threat.
==== The Turning Point ====
The Alliance of the Crescent Moon's intervention changed the course of the war significantly. The Glacium Empire and the Liberty Coalition both struggled to hold onto their positions as a result of the influx of outside support, which escalated the conflict. In crucial engagements, such as the Battle of Brianica, there was intense combat with no clear winner.
A standoff was produced by the Alliance's forces' strategic support, which included cutting-edge equipment and tactical expertise. Both the forces of the separatists and the empire were depleted and progressively unable to continue their efforts. Both sides experienced extensive destruction and resource depletion as a result of the protracted conflict and outside intervention.
==== The Collapse ====
The strain the war was taking on society and the economy of both the Liberty Coalition and the Glacium Empire became intolerable. The protracted war and the financial strain of outside military assistance led to the collapse of the empire and the separatists due to their respective losses. The once-powerful Glacium Empire lay in ruins, its leadership unable to hold onto power, and the Liberty Coalition was split apart by fatigue and internal conflict.
Ultimately, there was no winner on either side. The Alliance of the Crescent Moon was able to establish a new order as a result of the fall of the Glacium Empire and the Liberty Coalition. The once-dominant factions were vanquished, leaving the continent in a state of chaos.
== Politics ==
=== Ideology ===
In the Glaciusfjord we are a Semi-Constitutional dual monarchy with our concurrent emperors being 'Mik G'keiserian Of Fin' (or Fingotcash) and our other emperor is 'Mik G'keiseria Of Kenny' (or Tangentnewt). We believe in capitalism with restrictions on employee exploitation and market manipulation, this allows every citizen with full a citizenship to have the right to start and build a business inside our nation. 
=== Elections ===
In the Glaciusfjord we elect 2 parties The Control Party and the persuasion Party. The way our elections work is there is 2 parties named after the current party leader of said party, Then on the first Thursday of each month the citizens vote on 1 party. Once we collect in the votes the winning party becomes the control party and the losing party becomes the persuasion party
=== Parliament ===
After the general election, the 2 emperors sit in Parliament with the 2 parties every Thursday. The Control parties aim is to propose an idea or a building to be built, but every proposal must be approved by the emperors. This is when the persuasion party comes in to convince the emperors to not approve the control parties proposal.
==== Parliament service ====
At the beginning of each Parliament service both parties are led by the emperors to an underground parliament. Each party sits on opposite sides on the parliament table, at the end of each table a podium is placed which is where the leaders of each party is stood. After given permission, the control parties leader will announce his idea and/or proposal, once finished the emperors will state "Debate is now in session". During debate both sides argue back and forth to persuade to go along with the idea or not to go along with the idea. After the Emperors have made their final decision they will announce the end of debate and then announce if it has been approved or declined.
=== Language ===
==== W.I.P Language Glacium ====
The Basis is old norse with the suffix ia and different spellings. An E.G is Mik G'keiseria Which comes from Mik which is old norse for mighty. The G' is used before a title of a person well respected. and Keiseria comes from the icelandic word Keisari meaning Emperor.
== Heraldry ==
The snow-capped peaks of the majestic ice mountains are represented by the colour white. The blue in the stars denotes the huge blue sea and the icy ice, while the stars themselves signify the night sky under which civilisation was established. For the Glacium people, the centre sun represents promise for the future and a fresh perspective.
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