The Overthrowing of the Socialist State of Wiltham

thumb|287x287px|The flag used by the rebels in order to try to create democracy, symbolized by the blue cross.The overthrowing of the Socialist State of Wiltham took place on 26/05/21. In the grand scheme of Rathnir, this event is not well known. In The Kingdom of Wiltham itself though, this event is almost a requirement for citizens to know. The rebel flag is marked as a national treasure and is used in some parts of northern Sparwood to encourage democratic uprisings in communist states that may exist.
The Socialist State of Witham was formed on its death day as well, 26/05/21. The population stood at about 8-12, some of which were people who wanted to gain easy control of a state that matched their ideologies without having to try too hard, as it was new. One citizen, Phosphor, despised communism and demanded a change in government several times. The leaders always declined. Phosphor could have simply left as there were no border guards yet, but he thought that simply running away from the problem would not do the nation any good. "What if, some way, somehow, they become too powerful? What if they unite Sparwood under that banner? What about all of Rathnir? The New World? The universe?" He decided that the state was weak enough now and only now, and if a communist hardliner who knew what they were doing took control, it would be all over. Phosphor was alone, but also not alone at the same time. He was alone in wanting democracy, but not alone in wanting to overthrow the government. Two citizens wanted the government to take on a more neutral approach and be non-aligned in the grand scheme of things. Phosphor teamed up with these two and together, they went to the government house, and met with the leader, who was talking to someone who was evidently thirsty for power, discussing positions like Minister for Foreign Affairs. Phosphor demanded to speak with the leader but was instantly pushed out of the building by a few communist hardliners who had already been given important positions and looked like they were quite enjoying themselves. The three allies retreated to an underwater mineshaft, today known as "The Temokalasi Mines", named after the Samoan word for democracy. The three spent much of the day planning what to do next. They decided on the option to tear down every single piece of communist propaganda or any buildings that may represent communist ideals. They then made the flag above, with a monochrome tone and a blue cross through it. The government proceeded to label these three as rebels and placed a bounty on all three of them. It was at this point the three stormed the government house once again and laid TNT all through the building and threatened to light it if reforms were not made. The government made teeny tiny reforms, for example, religious practices were allowed. The problem arose when religion was still being discriminated against. The three entered the government house one last time, and lit the TNT. All government officials either managed to escape or were blown up by the blast, except for one. The leader. He was banished into exile and was told that if he were to ever come back again, he would be instantly executed. It is unknown where he is residing currently. Everything in the government house was destroyed. The citizens, some hoping to be given powerful positions in the government fled. Phosphor's two helpers, seeing the government house destroyed and no population also left. Phosphor was the only one in the area. He instantly declared the abolishment of communism and declared The Kingdom of Wiltham, and pledged to write a constitution, which he is still yet to do. Overall, the overthrowing of the Wilthanian government is an insanely historic moment in Wiltham today, but has little to no significance in the world of Rathnir as a whole.
Category:Rebellions
Category:History
Category:Traveler's Era