Donimone Dynasty

##### Parvis II (880AD-900AD)

After Parvis II inherited the throne from his cousin, establishing the Donimone Dynasty, he focused his reign on enhancing and continuing the legacy that the Reconstruction Kings had left. Though the effects of Reconstruction were undoubtedly obvious and positive, it was primarily focused on the revival of Jamesonian south, while the north remained adhered to its portrayal of a desolate, dismal, devastated place. This was quite understandable and often neglected at the time, as reinforcement and reconstruction of the Trident Region was priority, and Jamesonians still regarded the north as a hateful and malicious hostile area. But the king had already observed the potential of the north, both in terms of exponential economic growth, and in defense.

The king first set his goal on the rehabilitation of Brookline (former Hathendor). He proved upon the nation to be a resourceful leader. Through his orders, Brookline was able to flourish again in a steady and orderly fashion. New roads were paved, and new infostructure built. A positive side effect of this was the interaction between northern and southern culture, setting the stage for the upcoming Riprendersi.

##### Parvis III (900AD-929AD)

Parvis II died in 900 AD, and his son inherited the throne. Parvis III, continued his father’s legacy, redirecting his focus on constructing the **Warren Bay Economical Zone.** First, he authorized the reconstruction of Warren City (former Wathendor). The city quickly grew into a trading and cultural hub. After that was Coolidge (former Cathendor), though the results were not as satisfactory as anticipated.

Besides promoting northern reconstruction, the king also had the intention of initiating the development of the nation’s energy industry. He first set his eyes on the exploitation of the Emerald Mountains. Though these mountains were under the surveillance and protection of the **Royal Natural Reserves**, the king managed to wind his way around them. Eventually, large amounts of coal, iron, bronze, and other metals were detected, but they were embedded deep within the rocks and require technology that Jamesonia then didn’t possess to be extracted. The king’s ambition soon proved to be unrealistic and the projects were cancelled. But despite being a failure at the time, the valuable data recorded will soon be proven to be of great assistance in the **First Industrial Revolution**.

#### First Age of Exploration (920AD-1002AD)

##### Garrick I (929AD-939AD)

  The history of Jamesonian pioneering, though officially began when the first group of exiles began their quest for a new home, never really picked up steam until 920AD, when Sir Tristan Slovinski sallied forth on five ships to explore what lies beyond the rolling blue. He eventually circumnavigated the entirety of the Rohdenian Islands, detailing everything in the captain’s log and mapping out the coast lines. This voyage eventually enabled the nation to annex the islands afterward.

 Through Slovinski, King Garrick I recognized the immense economical and geopolitical potential of sea exploration. Hoping to encourage more pioneers to present themselves, he publicly promised wealth, land, and titles to all whom had the courage to embrace the waves. This decision sparked nationwide passion for pioneering.

In 931 AD, captain Felix Lansburgh set off from Brookline to explore the northern seas. The voyage led the captain and his crew of seven ships to the Kingdoms of Corvona and Resoland, paving the way for the formation of diplomatic relationships among these nations and providing the possibility of an alliance (this was the prototype for NETO).

In 935 AD, captain Charles Martinez departed on four ships to strive for the southern waters. Unfortunately, this turned out to be his swansong towards the ocean. Records remains vague and unconfirmable, but historians were able to deduct the pioneer to sail as far as the Countrian Islands. There the captain and his crew encountered certain incidents that eventually resulted in his death.

Martinez and Lansburgh were merely two of the other countless brave sailors who sailed the seas under Garrick I, who died in 939 AD. His successor, however, soon proved to be a king whose passion for exploring dwarfed all others.

##### Denethorn III (939AD-976AD)

Denethorn III inherited the throne in 939AD. He had long yearned for the sea and was determined to extend his father’s legacy, simultaneously erecting one of his own. The first significant action he executed was expanding the role the government possess in Jamesonian expeditions. Enormous amounts of financial investments were made, creating ever more profound impact on the nation, both in terms of shipping and navigation. In fact, under his reign, expeditions were no longer in ships of four or five, but in huge fleets, each accounting for at least three dozen ships, the most famous of which was the one commanded by Zachory Devinsky, who sailed his glamorous fleet of 145 ships for nearly 14 years. During which he navigated as far as the Gulf of Mexico and New Zealand, making cultural and diplomatic exchanges with the leaders and chieftains there.

Eventually, the king’s passion for the sea had grown to such an extent that in 949AD, he himself decided to battle with the towering waves. The King’s Expedition, as it was now known, consisted of a fleet of 74 battle ships, 63 cargo and supply ships and 31 additional vessels of all variations, the most famous of which was the king’s flag ship-the HMS Imperial Rose. The royal fleet sailed around the Cape of Good Hope to reach the nations of south-eastern Asia. The kings and lords were all amazed and awed at the tremendous fleet, who represented the honor and glory of Jamesonia. Gifts were exchanged, along with numerous trade treaties and alliances. The King’s Expedition was a portrayal of national pride and strength to the rest of the civilized world.

##### Modric VII (976 AD-984 AD)

Modric VII succeeded his father in 976 AD. He intended to execute his reign by continuing his father’s legacy. Yet history never lacks the element of surprise and tragedy. After only eight years. The unfortunate king passed away due to an injury caused while hunting. Modric VII’s reign left minimum impact on the history of Jamesonia.

##### Silva I (984AD-1000 AD)

Unlike his predecessors, King Silva I intended to contribute Jamesonia’s progress at sea exploration to the nation’s comprehensive development to maximum extent. Hence during his reign, the expeditions were primarily for economic and diplomatic issues, and the nation’s passion for pioneering began to dwindle. Be that as it may, Silva’s pragmatic decisions certainly maintained its advantage. The kingdom ushered in another golden age for comprehensive development. Needless to say, art and culture flourished again, due to vibrant multi-culture interactions that was imminent when mass external exchange was involved. Additionally, the evermore frequent sea pioneering and exploiting also led to the rise of pirates, primarily Countrian rebels and outlaws, which in course convinced the king to enforce Jamesonia’s first maritime code of law-*the Aquatic Marshall Law* , and ordered another expansion of the nation’s navy. Thus making the Jamesonian fleet, then already a naval power to be reckoned with, evermore powerful.

### **The Watchful Peace 1002AD-1176AD**

#### The Southern Menace (Garrick I-Silva I, 924 AD-1000 AD)

Though being officially named the Enquantic Alliance, the amalgamation of nations only consisted of ones who dwell in the northern Enquantic Sea. Together, they formed a strong and beneficial network of diplomacy and economy, working in unison to the interest of all. The reasons that minimum correspondence was gained with the southern Enquantic Sea were considerably complicated. The cultural reason was that the majority of the nations who thrive in the south had a tradition of isolation. Through many past unfortunate experiences, they gradually began to maintain the believe that most foreigners intending for them always have a menacing plot brewing. And in coherence with their self-sustaining lifestyle, it all eventually accumulated into a culture of isolation.

However, despite their autarkic economies, the south never offered a hint of under-developments. And their fierce armies played a major role in deterring other nations.

The situation had remained largely intact for several centuries until the year 932 AD, when rumors came that the south was planning a strive out of isolation and gain correspondence with the outside world by force. Garrick I ordered the army on alert. The invasion never struck, yet as the years flowed by, the rumors kept gaining traction until in 997 AD, Jamesonian intelligence confirmed of the almost imminent attack. Apparently, the amalgamation southern nations (the Organization of the South) had been scheming an invasion since 921 AD. With the publication of the scheme, the whole Enquantic Sea braced themselves for full-scale war as the armies of various nations struggled to sharpen the last blade. However, neither side were willing to deliver the first casualty and prefer the enemy to strike first. Thus, leading to a 150-year stalemate and arms race between the opposing sides as both forces struggle to gain upper hand in economic and technology terms. And so Jamesonia waits.