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Lölö

**Labels** | Akai Music Group

**Greta Jisela Hansökovarg** (born 1 February 1998), better known by her stage name **Lölö** (pronounced *Lulu*) is a Lashardian singer, songwriter, and record producer.

## Life and career

### Early life

Lölö was born was Greta Hansökovarg on 1 February 1998 in Göl, Göl Municipality. Her father, Hans, was a police officer, while her mother, Martika, was a real estate agent. She grew up middle class with two older brothers.

Lölö attended primary school in Göl where she did not fit in with her peers and struggled academically due to dyslexia and ADHD. She recalled being bullied as a child because of her personality and learning disabilities. She turned to writing songs to comfort herself and soon began to pursue singing. She learned to play the guitar at age 10 and at age 13 she learned to play piano.

Lölö graduated from primary school in 2013, and decided to not attend high school after being rejected from Queen Maria's School for the Performing Arts. She instead moved to Tenichi into her older brother's apartment, where she began to pursue a career as a singer professionally.

### 2013–present: Breakthrough and *PSYCHO*

After moving to Ubenmoor, Lölö first began to promote her music by recording demos on GarageBand and sending them to record producers and labels. She recalls being ignored by many because she was "some idiot 15-year-old girl trying to produce her own music". She maintained a YouTube channel where she uploaded her demo songs. Lölö worked as a cashier at McDonalds from ages 15 to 17.

In 2015, she befriended Danika K through a friend of her brother's. She was then signed to Akai Music Group and began work on her debut studio album. Shortly after being signed, Lölö was dubbed "The Most Eagerly Awaited Upcoming Lashpop Singer" by music magazine *INtune*.

In February 2016, Lölö released the debut single from her upcoming debut studio album, "White Coats". An acoustic demo version of the song was posted to her YouTube channel in late-2013, shortly after its creation. The song was a smash hit in Lashardia, peaking at number-3 on the Lashardian singles chart, also performing well in Adoriam and Pesa. The album's second single "Let Go", was released in July, and achieved similar levels of success. Her debut studio album, *PSYCHO*, was released in August 2016. Lölö's music has been lauded for its autobiographical lyrics and raw take on Lashpop.

## Personal life

Lölö continues to reside in the Tenichi district of Ubenmoor with her older brother Erik, who works as a graphic designer. She has stated that her stage name "means nothing" and that she choose it "just to be different". Lölö is openly bisexual.

## Discography

### Studio albums

List of studio albums, with selected chart positions, sales figures and certifications
* Format: Digital download, CD, LP
* ADR: Platinum
* PES: Platinum

### Singles

List of singles as lead artist, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name
* ADR: 4x platinum
* PES: 3x platinum
* ADR: 2x platinum
* PES: 3x platinum
Regina Vicködevers

**Regina Mathilde Vicködevers** (born 19 September 1950) is a Lashardian lawyer, politician, and the current Minister of Energy, which she has served as since 2016. She previously served as Governor of Jurgensland from 2006 to 2016, and mayor of Pivot from 1998 to 2006.

## Life and career

### Early life

Vicködevers was born on 19 September 1950 in Pivot, Jurgensland. Her father, Vick, worked as a corporate attorney, while her mother, Aleksandra, was a housewife. Vicködevers has two older brothers, while the family was upper-class.

Vicködevers attended primary school in Pivot, where she excelled academically, particularly in business and law. She graduated from primary school in 1966, and began attending a business and law high school, where she studied law. She graduated from high school in 1969, and began attending Jurgensland University, with a major in business on the prelaw track. She graduated in 1973. She has recalled being a victim of sexism while at high school and university.

After graduating from Jurgensland University, Vicködevers moved to Ubenmoor to attend Queen's University College of Law, which she graduated from with her juris doctor in 1975. She subsequently returned to Pivot, where she practiced law.

### Political career

Vicködevers began her political career in 1998, when she ran for mayor of Pivot. She won the election, and ended up serving two four-year terms. She left office in 2006, and was elected as Governor of Jurgensland. She held the position for two terms of five years, leaving office in 2016.

In 2016, Vicködevers was nominated by President Anya Hanköfork as Minister of Energy. She took office on 21 September 2016.

## Personal life

Vicködevers married lawyer Chark Mökövespersin in 1976. They have two children together; Isak, born in 1978, and Maria, born in 1982. Both Isak and Maria work as lawyers as well. She has six grandchildren. The family resides in Pivot, but also owns property in the Post district of Ubenmoor for visits to the capital.
Post

**Post** is a district of Ubenmoor located in West Ubenmoor.

Post is an upper-middle class neighborhood. It is home to a number of historical sites, and the Ubenmoor Old Town.

## Demographics

### Ethnic groups

According to the 2012 census, 90% of Post residents identify as ethnically Lashardian, 8% as Pesan, and 2% as other races.

### Religion

There are two Lashardian Orthodox Churches located in Post. According to the 2012 census, 62% of Post residents identify as Lashardian Orthodox Christians, 6% as Muslim, 30% as atheist, agnostic, or unaffiliated, and 2% as other religions.

### Education

There are seven primary schools and nine high schools located in Post.
Santa Anastasia

**Santa Anastasia** is the capital and largest city of the Republic of Pesa. It is located on the west coast of the island, within the region of Santa Anastasia. As of a 2015 estimate, the population of the city was 492,891. The larger Santa Anastasia metropolitan area consists of the City of Santa Anastasia and the surrounding region, bringing the population to 629,256, nearly one-third of the population.

The area of modern Santa Anastasia was first inhabited by native Pesans at the beginning of the island's civilization in prehistory. However, it wasn't organized into a city structure until the eleventh century when Pesa was colonized by the Kingdom of Titova. Santa Anastasia, named after the Lashardian Orthodox saint, quickly became one of the most important cities in the nation, overtaking the chief port city Port of Lashardia by the 1500s.

Santa Anastasia has special status in Pesa, and does not belong to an autonomous province, instead forming the capital region of Santa Anastasia, in addition to its surrounding suburbs. The city is separated into 3 districts, West Santa Anastasia, East Santa Anastasia, and South Santa Anastasia.
Rösh Gorba

**Rösh Mikael Gorba** (born 20 February 1978) is a Lashardian singer, songwriter, and musician, best known for being the frontman and cofounder of punk rock band Kream.

## Life and career

### Early life

Gorba was born into an Adoriamian-speaking family in Beck, Skaarsland on 20 February 1978. He holds dual citizenship to both countries. His father, Gleb, was a primary school teacher, while his mother, Anastasia, was a special effects makeup artist who frequently traveled to Adoriam City and Ubenmoor for work. He credits his mother for encouraging his creativity. Gorba grew up middle class, with an older sister and younger brother.

Gorba attended a small Adoriamian-speaking primary school in Beck where he excelled academically but had little motivation to succeed, instead being much more interested in the arts. After graduating in 1993, he began attending a performing arts high school in his hometown where he met future bandmate Ald Palöforsk. After losing his interest in school and instead wanting to pursue a music career professionally, he dropped out in 1995.

### Music career

After dropping out of school at the age of seventeen, Gorba began performing in various Beck-based punk rock bands. He did not befriend Palöforsk until they both had a brief stint in the band Venus in 1997. They both left the band after a disagreement with the band's founders and became roommates in 1998.

In 1999, Gorba and Palöforsk formed Kream after both leaving the respective bands they were working with. Pazh Hansölick, Leck, and Jason Fitzösens later joined the band before the end of the year. Kream first began performing gigs throughout Beck until they were signed by Ubenmoor-based independent label EKOO MUSIK in 2001. The band quickly became one of the most popular punk rock bands in Asmatys, releasing successful albums in 2003 and 2005. However, shortly after the release of their second studio album, Gorba and Palöforsk began arguing over the direction to take the band in. They later split up in 2006.

In 2015, Gorba revealed that Kream was getting back together. They released their third, and most successful album yet, in 2016.

## Personal life

In 2008, Gorba married Lashardian musician Öna Jay, the bassist for Imagine the Peoples. They have one child together; a daughter, Ravena, born in 2013. The family resides in the Breż district of Ubenmoor.
Vitcherch

**Vitcherch** is a district of Ubenmoor located in North Ubenmoor.

Vitcherch is a small rural district. It is known as the wine capital of Ubenmoor, and thus is a popular weekend vacation destination for wine enthusiasts. The district mainly consists of farms and vineyards.

## Demographics

### Ethnic groups

According to the 2012 census, 98% of Vitcherch residents identify as ethnically Lashardian, while 2% identify as other races.

### Religion

There are four Lashardian Orthodox Churches located in Vitcherch. According to the 2012 census, 72% of Vitcherch residents identify as Lashardian Orthodox Christians, 25% as atheist, agnostic, or unaffiliated, and 3% as other religions.

### Education

There are five primary schools and five high schools located in Vitcherch. Vitcherch's schools are noted as some of the best in all of Ubenmoor.
Sestre

**Sestre** is a district of Ubenmoor located in East Ubenmoor.

Sestre is the largest district by area and one of the largest districts by population. It is known for its high immigrant population.

## Demographics

### Ethnic groups

According to the 2012 census, 54% of Sestre residents identify as ethnically Lashardian, 22% as Pesan, 17% as Zakharian, and 7% as other races.

### Religion

There are five Lashardian Orthodox Churches, five mosques, and two Zakharian Orthodox Churches in Sestre. According to the 2012 census, 55% of residents identify as Lashardian Orthodox Christian, 25% as Muslim, 10% as Zakharian Orthodox Christian, 6% as atheist, agnostic, or unaffiliated, and 4% as other religions

### Education

Sestre is home to eight primary schools and five high schools. Schools in Sestre are known for being lower-quality compared to other districts, and so a large amount of Sestre residents attend school in other districts. Only about 72% of Sestre residents have a high school degree.
Mösikalifestivali 2017

***Mösikalifestivali 2017*** was the second edition of *Mösikalifestivali*, and was held in Ubenmoor, Lashardia. Davie Boy and his song "Tears", were chosen as the winners.

## Format

The format of *Mösikalifestivali* consists of four semi-finals, a second-chance round, and a final. Each semi-final consists of six songs. Each song is performed, and then the top two selected through a combination of international juries and televoting from the Lashardian public advance to the final, and the third and fourth place songs go on to the second-chance round.

In the second-chance round, the eight songs go up against two rounds of voting. In the first round, each act performs and the top four based on a combination of jury and televotes advance to the second round. In the second round, each four are paired against each other in a "duel". Whichever song receives the most votes in each duel advances to the final. In the final, the winner is selected from a jury/televoting combination.

Interested artists and composers had from 1 October 2016 until 30 November to submit their entries for the contest. The twenty-four competing artists and their songs were revealed on 19 December. All artists must have been able to speak fluent Lashardian, while composers could be of any nationality.
Nena Municipality

**Nena Municipality** (Lashardian: *Nenikamsha*) is a municipality located in western Mortasland, near the city of Basya. Its seat is Nena. Nena Municipality is considered to be a suburb of Basya, and has a population of 4,413.

## Demographics

### Ethnicity

According to the 2012 census, 65% of the population identified as ethnically Lashardian, 30% identified as Zakharian, 4% identified as Pesan, and 1% identified as other races.

### Religion

According to the 2012 census, 28% of the population identified as atheist, agnostic, or unaffiliated, 67% as Christian (35% as Lashardian Orthodox Christian, 30% as Zakharian Orthodox Christian, and 2% as other Christian), 4% identified as Muslim, and 1% identified as other religions.
Morta Municipality

**Morta Municipality** (Lashardian: *Mortikamsha*) is a municipality located in eastern Mortasland, near the city of Vershando. Its seat is Morta. Morta Municipality is considered to be a suburb of Vershando, and has a population of 5,746.

## Demographics

### Ethnicity

According to the 2012 census, 88% of the population identified as ethnically Lashardian, 11% identified as Pesan, and 1% identified as other races.

### Religion

According to the 2012 census, 45% of the population identified as atheist, agnostic, or unaffiliated, 45% as Christian (43% as Lashardian Orthodox Christian, 2% as other Christian), 9% identified as Muslim, and 1% identified as other religions.
The Dominatrix

***The Dominatrix*** is the debut solo studio album by Lashardian singer Era. It was released on 19 January 2001 through Cyclops Records.

Stylistically, the album saw a great departure from the Lashpop music that she released as a part of Fallen Angels, instead having a heavy influence from punk, grunge, and pop punk music. Lyrically, many of the songs contained themes of empowerment.

*The Dominatrix* received generally positive reviews from music critics. The album debuted at number-six on the Lashardian albums chart and was certified gold in Era's home country. It was also a success abroad, reaching the top ten in Consensum and Adoriam.

The first single released from the album, "Firestar", became Era's first solo number-one in Lashardia, and also was a top twenty hit in Adoriam and Pesa; the album's second and third singles, "Hit Me Like a Man" and "Replaceable", were top forty hits in Lashardia, Adoriam, and Pesa.

## Background and composition

Shortly after ending *Hopershik* in 1991, Era revealed that she had wished to pursue a career in music. In 1993, she debuted with the girl group Fallen Angels. The group achieved massive success in the 90s, releasing albums in 1994 and 1997, before splitting up. After the split, it was revealed that Era had signed a solo recording contract and would begin recording new music for her debut studio album.

While still a Lashpop album, *The Dominatrix* derives its gritty style and aesthetic from primarily punk, grunge, and pop punk music. Lyrically, much of the album features songs about anger, revenge, and angst.
Profska Municipality

**Profska Municipality** (Lashardian: *Profskikamsha*) is a municipality located in Jurgensland. Its seat is Profska. Profska Municipality has a population of 40,009. It is generally considered to be a suburb of Ubenmoor, and was previously apart of the Ubenmoor District.

## Demographics

### Ethnicity

According to the 2012 census, 86% of the population identified as ethnically Lashardian, while 8% identified as Pesan, and 6% identified as other races.

### Religion

According to the 2012 census, 65% of the population identified as atheist, agnostic, or unaffiliated, 22% as Christian (20% as Lashardian Orthodox Christian, 2% as other Christian), 7% as Muslim, and 6% identified as other religions.
Olga Davorcha

**Olga Davorcha** (born 27 March 1996) is a Pesan-Lashardian singer and songwriter. Davorcha came to prominence after winning season one of *The X Factor: Lashardia*, earning a $5 million recording contract with Akai Music Group.

## Life and career

### Early life

Olga Davorcha was born on 27 March 1996 in Santa Anastasia, the capital of Pesa. Her mother Melania was a housekeeper at a resort while her father Devan was a cook at the same resort. She has a younger brother Alvin and a younger sister Stefania. The family was working class.

Davorcha attended primary school in Santa Anastasia, and later moved to Ubenmoor, Lashardia at the age of 15 to attend Queen Maria's School for the Performing Arts, graduating in 2014.

### 2014–2016: *The X Factor: Lashardia* and *The Immigrant*

In summer 2014, following her graduation from high school, Davorcha auditioned for the first season of *The X Factor: Lashardia*. She auditioned in front of the judges singing "Catch My Breath" by Olia Janisöpfleg. After passing through bootcamp, she performed "I Feel Invincible" by Era in the judges' house, in front of her mentor Sabine Bursöhurt.

Davorcha progressed to the live shows as a member of the Top 20. On 26 March, she won a place in the final along with Zig Novölark and Dabor Nanömine. The following week, she was declared the winner. Her prize was a $5 million recording contract with Akai Music Group. She was officially signed to the label a week after her win.

Davorcha's debut single "Stand By You", debuted at number-one on the Lashardian singles chart, also reaching number-one in her native Pesa. She later released the top 10 single "Radioactive". Her debut studio album *The Immigrant* was released in 2016. The album's third single, "The Barbies" was released in June 2016.

She took part in *Mösikalifestivali 2016* with the song "Superman", and won the contest.

### 2016–present: Second studio album

In autumn 2016, Davorcha revealed that she had begun working on her second studio album and that it'd have "more of a pop feel". She released the album's lead single, "Hair", in January 2017. The song peaked at number-one on the Lashardian singles chart.

## Personal life

Davorcha became a Lashardian citizen the day before her audition for *The X Factor*. She is of mixed-Pesan descent and is a Muslim. Currently, Davorcha and her family reside in Morgana, Ubenmoor. She speaks fluent Lashardian, Pesan, and English. She is close friends with singers AnaMarina and Greta Eriköfrend, in addition to child of Hans Grötöjohanes, Palina Hansöjohanes.

## Discography

### Studio albums

List of studio albums, with selected chart positions, sales figures and certifications
* Format: Digital download, CD, LP
* PES: Platinum
Rok, Prince of Ubenmoor

**Rok, Prince of Ubenmoor** (born 27 December 1942) is the youngest child of King Oleg I and Leila, The Queen Mother.

Prince Rok is married to Evelina, Duchess of Ubenmoor. Together, they have two sons; Danyel, Lord of Ubenmoor and Edvard, Lord of Ubenmoor.

## Early life

Prince Rok was born on 27 December 1942 at King's Royal Hospital in the Hoffmann district of Ubenmoor. His father was King Oleg I, the reigning King of Lashardia, while his mother was Queen Consort Leila.

Prince Rok is the youngest of four children. His eldest brother is King Oleg II, his second eldest brother is Prince Piet, while his only sister is Princess Maria.

Him, along with his siblings, were raised in Efterslot Palace in Hoffmann.

## Education

Prince Rok was educated by private tutors at Efterslot Palace, along with his siblings. As a child, Rok was said to be interested in geography, international relations, and foreign language. He earned his high school diploma in 1961, and initially wanted to enlist in the Lashardian Royal Army. However, he ultimately decided not to at the insistence of his mother.

After deciding not to enlist, Prince Rok decided to attend Queen's University, where he studied international relations. He graduated with his bachelor's degree in 1965. After graduating from university, Prince Rok considered attending law school to study international law, but ultimately decided not to.

## Marriage

Prince Rok was introduced to Evelina Charkövicka in 1951, when Rok was eight and Evelina was two. Their mothers were close friends, and Evelina's mother wished for her to marry into the royal family. However, they interacted very little and showed disinterest in each other, due to the six-year age gap.

Evelina and Rok were introduced to each other once again in 1965. Evelina became smitten with him, but he refused the idea of a relationship due to her being underage. However, after getting his mother's approval, he was comfortable with pursing her, and they began a romantic relationship.

In 1967, they got engaged, and were married a year later in 1968. Following their wedding, they moved into Yola Estate in the Hoffmann district of Ubenmoor. They have two sons together; Danyel, Lord of Ubenmoor and Edvard, Lord of Ubenmoor.

## Royal duties

Prince Rok's royal duties largely consist of attending royal occasions, such as celebrations of Lashardian Independence Day, the Royal Family's birthdays, and dinners and state visits with other members of the royal family.

## Personal life

Prince Rok and his wife continue to reside at Yola Estate in the Hoffmann district of Ubenmoor.

### Family

The Prince and Duchess have two sons.

* *His Royal Highness* Lord **Danyel** Mikael Aleksander Fridrik (born 17 July 1969).
* *His Royal Highness* Lord **Edvard** Oleg Piet Rok (born 16 May 1973).
Madelina Borisöklimel

**Years active** | 2017–present

**Madelina Borisöklimel** (born 17 May 2000) is a Lashardian actress, best known for her role as Anya Jakösharök on *Shame*.

## Life and career

### Early life

Borisöklimel was born on 17 May 2000 in the Tenichi district of Ubenmoor. Her father, Boris, works in IT, while her mother, Esmeralda, is from Rentusca and works as a professional opera singer. Borisöklimel was raised speaking both Lashardian and Rentuscan, and has two younger brothers.

Borisöklimel attended primary school in Tenichi, where she wanted to become an opera singer like her mother. She studied opera singing from ages seven to fifteen. After graduating from primary school in 2015, she began attending a performing arts high school, where she studied acting. She will graduate from high school in 2018.

### 2017–present: Career beginnings

Borisöklimel began her acting career in 2017, after she was cast as Anya Jakösharök on *Shame*. She was a major recurring character during the show's fourth season.

## Personal life

Borisöklimel currently resides in the Tenichi district of Ubenmoor with her family. She holds dual citizenship to Lashardia and Rentusca, and identifies herself as a Rentuscan Catholic.
Profska

**Profska** is a town in Ubenmoor District, Lashardia and the seat of Profska Municipality. It has a population of 26,423.

## Demographics

### Ethnicity

According to the 2012 census, 88% of the population identified as ethnically Lashardian, while 8% identified as Pesan, and 4% as other races.

### Religion

According to the 2012 census, 44% identified as Christian (42% Lashardian Orthodox Christian, 2% other Christian), while 46% of the population identified as agnostic, atheist, or unaffiliated, 7% identified as Muslim, and 3% identified as other religions.

### Education

There are four primary schools located in Profska and eight high schools. The town offers schools in business and law, social sciences, natural sciences and mathematics, classic and modern languages, fine arts, waiting, advertising, and carpentry.
Lina Volskija

**Lina Mixaila Volskija** (born 31 December 1956) is a Lashardian neurosurgeon and the current Minister of Public Health. She has served as Minister of Public Health since 2016, and was also Surgeon General from 2008 to 2012.

## Life and career

### Early life

Volskija was born on 31 December 1956 in the Sestre district of Ubenmoor. Her parents, Darijus and Mixaila, were Zakharian immigrants. Darijus worked as a truck driver, and would frequently be away from home on trips for work, while Mixaila was a housekeeper for wealthy Lashardians. They came to Lashardia three years before Volskija's birth. Volskija has one younger brother, while the family was working class.

Volskija attended primary school in Sestre, where she performed strong academically, and was the strongest performing student in her entire school. She was captivated by science, and for a long time wished to become a doctor, and was encouraged by her parents. She graduated from primary school in 1972, and began attending a natural sciences and mathematics high school, where she had a dual specialization in biology and neuroscience.

Volskija graduated from high school in 1975 as her school valedictorian, and enrolled in Ubenmoor University, where she had a dual major in neuroscience and biology, and was on the premed track. She graduated from university in 1979, and enrolled in Queen's University College of Medicine, where she graduated with her M.D. in 1983. She completed her residency at King's Royal Hospital, and later began working there as a neurosurgeon.

### Political career

Volskija left her job at King's Royal Hospital in 2008, after she was nominated by President Samantina Andersöjeva as Surgeon General. She served as Surgeon General from 2008 to 2012, when she returned to her job at King's Royal Hospital. In 2016, she was nominated by President Anya Hanköfork as Minister of Public Health. She took office on 21 September 2016.

## Personal life

Volskija is married to psychiatrist Tomas Ellövarfer. They have three children together; Andria, born in 1989, Ell, born in 1992, and Gregg, born in 1995. The family resides in the Hoffmann district of Ubenmoor. Volskija is a dual citizen of Lashardia and Zakharia, and speaks both languages fluently.
Oliver Hansölisa

**Oliver Aleksander Hansölisa** (born 12 August 1983) is a Lashardian television presenter, radio host, and comedian. He is best known for hosting *Starmaker* on Pop TV, along with Janeta Hanköchuras, in addition to his radio show *On the Air*.

## Life and career

### Early life

Hansölisa was born on 12 August 1983 in Kesa, Nortensland. His father, Hans, worked in business, while his mother, Margareta, was a waitress. The family was middle class, while Hansölisa has a younger sister.

Hansölisa attended primary school in Kesa. While his sister was mainly interested in sports and athletics, Hansölisa showed interest in performing and aspired to become an actor. He graduated from primary school in 1998, and began attending a classic and modern languages gymnasium, where he studied journalism. He graduated from high school in 2001.

After graduating from high school, Hansölisa moved to Bregdy to attend University of Western Lashardia as a broadcast journalism major. While in university, he was a host of the campus radio show. He graduated from university in 2005.

### Career

After graduating from university, Hansölisa had an internship with Bregdy-based radio show, *Bregdy Beat*. Hansölisa remained an intern for the show for two years, and was then offered a job with the program. He became an on-air personality in 2009. In 2013, he left his job at *Bregdy Beat*, and moved to Ubenmoor where he began hosting his own radio show, *On the Air*.

Hansölisa began his television presenting career in 2017, when he became the host of *Starmaker* along with Janeta Hanköchuras.

## Personal life

Hansölisa married Lashardian model Monika Ivökrev in 2012. They have one child together; Jaak, born in 2015. The family resides in the Jorden district of Ubenmoor. Hansölisa has stated that he has no desire to have any more children.
Zakharia in the Asmatovision Song Contest 2016

**Zakharia** will participate in the **Asmatovision Song Contest 2016** held in Ubenmoor, Lashardia. Their entry was internally selected by the Zakharian national broadcaster Zaxarijaskij Radio-Televizija (ZRT). Gabriela Murmanska will represent the country with the song "Stapka napred".

## Internal selection

### Cancelled national selection

Shortly after the first contest was announced, ZRT revealed that they'd be selecting their entry through 100% televote in a large national final consisting of three semi-finals, a final, and a superfinal. They held a submissions period for interested composers and artists for three weeks, from 1 September until 22 September.

However, at the end of the deadline, they announced that they will be accepting submissions for another week due to "a large demand by notable Zakharian musicians and composers". After the close of the second deadline, the broadcaster announced that the national selection had been cancelled due to a lack of interest and that their act would be internally selected by a team of music professionals.

### Artist announcement

In late December, Zakharian electropop singer Gabriela Murmanska revealed that she had an "upcoming secret project", on her Facebook page. This fueled rumors that she'd be representing the country at Asmatovision. To add to the rumors, Murmanska later retweeted a tweet asking if she'd be the Zakharian Asmatovision representative. On 14 January, ZRT revealed that Murmanska would represent Zakharia in the contest in a press conference held in Malikana.

### Song announcement

Following her announcement as the artist, Murmanska revealed that her Asmatovision song had been written and recorded, and was "just getting its final touches put on". She described the song as "airy, electronic, ethereal, and anthemic". On 21 January, the song "Stapka napred", along with its music video were released.
Zakharian Lashardians

**Zakharian Lashardians** (Zakharian: *Zaxarijlasxij*, Lashardian: *Zakarilasdö*) are Lashardians who are of ethnic Zakharian descent. According to the 2012 census, there were 120,229 ethnic Zakharians residing in Lashardia, making the Zakharian Lashardian community the second-largest Zakharian community outside of Zakharia. The majority of Zakharian Lashardians reside in Basya, Ubenmoor, or their surrounding areas.

## History

### Early immigration

Large scale Zakharian emigration to Lashardia first began during the War of Independence, when loyalist Zakharians fled Zakharia for Lashardia, Consensum and Adoriam in hope of fighting for the Titovic Army. However, only about 7% of modern-Zakharian Lashardians trace their ancestry back to these immigrants.

Most early emigration from Zakharia to Lashardia happened during the mid-twentieth century during the rule of President Erik Grubinchina. Grubinchina enacted policies with limited the civil rights of its citizens, and caused many Zakharians to seek refuge in neighboring countries. Lashardia was one of the several neighboring nations to accept Zakharian refugees.

### Modern

Lashardia continues to accept refugees from Zakharia in the present-day. After President Dalla Grubinchina came to power in the mid-1980s, Zakharian emigration to Lashardia increased even more so due to her authoritarian policies which were considered even more oppressive than those of her father and predecessor.

## Demographics

As of the 2012 Lashardian census, there were 120,229 people of full or partial Zakharian ethnicity residing in the country. The Basya metropolitan area contains by far the most ethnic Zakharians in the country, with 59,456 ethnic Zakharians residing there. About 30,324 resided in the capital city of Ubenmoor, while the remaining amount lived in other areas.

Provinces of Lashardia by Zakharian population:

 Ubenmoor District | 32,668
Narisa Flemberks

**Narisa Flemberks** (born 4 March 1992) is a Maximan fashion model and actress. She first came to prominence after competing in *Natalia Model Search 2012*, and was signed to Natalia Model Management.

## Life and career

### Early life

Flemberks was born on 4 March 1992 in Albermina, Illuminata Maxmima. Her father, Erik, worked for the government, while her mother, Greka, was a professional chef. She has a younger sister, while the family was middle class.

Flemberks attended school in Albermina, where she actively participated in the arts and musical theatre, with her first role as Annie in her school's production of *Annie* in 3rd grade. She graduated from school in 2010.

### Career

Flemberks first began her modeling career in 2010, shortly after graduating from high school. She was discovered by a small Maximan modeling agency while shopping at a mall with friends. She was then signed to the agency and began booking gigs in Albermina, eventually walking in Albermina Fashion Week in 2011.

In summer 2012, she was cast as one of the Maximan representatives in *Natalia Model Search 2012*. She went on to place fourth in the competition, despite being a favorite by the judges and public. However, following the competition, she was signed to the Maximan branch of Natalia Model Management, Natalia Models Albermina.

In 2014, Flemberks began working as an actress in Maximan/Sodraxian cinema. She had supporting roles in the romantic comedies *Klakaf* and *Narsteramo* in 2014. Her breakout role was in 2015, when she was cast as the titular character in the superhero comedy *Birdwoman*, earning a plethora of pop culture awards in Illuminata Maxima and Sodrax. She went on to have starring roles in the 2015 psychological horror film *Shelistof ekka lama* and the 2016 science fiction film *Palsta af jook*. She will have a starring role in the 2017 black comedy *Oskar*.

## Personal life

Flemberks has resided in Albermina her whole life and only first left the country in 2012 to compete in *Natalia Model Search*. She speaks fluent Maximan, Sodraxian, and English. Since 2015, Flemberks has been in a relationship with Sodraxian actor Greki Loos.
Jackael

**Jackael** is a city in Lashardia, and the smallest city in Palsland. It lies in northeastern Palsland, along the border with Skaarsland. Jackael has long been called one of the safest and cleanest cities in Lashardia, and in 2013 was ranked number-three on "Lashardia's Best Places to Raise Kids" by the LashardianTimes.
List of members of the Parliament of Lashardia, 2014–2018

The 29th Parliament of Lashardia took office on 16 September 2014. One-hundred MPs were elected after the 2014 Lashardian general election. It is headed by Andres Gabsöbeek of the Lashardian Social Democratic Party.

  §  – Denotes replacement MP after original was nominated to the Cabinet of Anya Hanköfork.
Mona Hover

**Mona Marie Hover** (born 30 August 1976) is a Consensumite reality television personality, socialite, model, and actress. She is best known for starring in the realty show *The Real Housewives of Ubenmoor*.

## Life and career

### Early life

Hover was born on 30 August 1976 in Concord, Consensum. Her father, Edwin, ran a construction company, while her mother, Katja, was a nurse. She was an only child, and the family was upper class. Hover attended school in Concord, and went on to graduate in 1994.

### Career

After graduating from school, Hover decided to pursue a modeling career in Concord. She retired from modeling in 2004.

In 2008, she was cast as one of the main housewives in the Lashardian reality television series *The Real Housewives of Ubenmoor*. Hover was a cast member for the first five seasons, until departing in 2012 after moving back to Consensum. Throughout its run, Hover was considered the pretty, sweet, and ditzy girl. She has appeared as an actress in one film, making cameos as herself in the 2012 film *Manji* along with the show's other cast members.

## Personal life

Hover met and began dating Lashardian heir Edvard Erikökovarg in 2002 while on a vacation to Ubenmoor. In 2004, she moved to Lashardia to begin living with him, and they were later married in summer 2005. The couple had two daughters together; Nina, born in 2006, and Astrid, born in 2007.

In 2009, Hover filed for divorce from Erikökovarg citing irreconcilable differences. However, they reconnected shortly after. After discovering his infidelity in 2012, she filed for divorce once again and moved to Consensum with their two children. Hover possesses sole custody of their daughters, and she has since changed their last names to her own.

In 2009, Astrid was diagnosed with juvenile myelomonocytic leukemia and underwent a stem cell transplant. This was documented in *The Real Housewives of Ubenmoor*. In 2010, she went into remission. In 2012, it was revealed Astrid's cancer had returned. After receiving a second stem cell transplant, she went into remission again and has been cancer free since.

Previously residing in Tenichi, Ubenmoor, currently Hover resides in Concord, Consensum with her family. She speaks fluent Consensumian, Lashardian, and English, but does not hold Lashardian citizenship.
Lost & Found

"**Lost & Found**" (stylized as "**Lost + Found**") is the debut single by Pesan singer Mali, and the lead single from her upcoming debut studio album, *Desert Rose*. The song was released as a digital download on 20 December 2016 by Akai Music Group.

"Lost & Found" received critical acclaim from music critics, who praised Mali's vocal performance in addition to her songwriting skills. The song debuted at number-53 in Lashardia, before climbing to number-one in its fourth week, and was certified 3x platinum in the country.

Musically, "Lost & Found" is an uptempo Lashpop and soul song with heavy influences from breakbeat music. Lyrically, it speaks of the early stages of a relationship.

The song's accompanying music video was released on 20 December 2016.

## Charts and certifications

### Certifications

 Lashardia *(LRI)* | 3x platinum
 Adoriam *(ARI)* | 3x platinum
 Consensum *(PRC)* | Gold

## Release history

List of regions, release dates, showing formats, and label
Samra

**Samra** is a village in Rutberg Municipality, Skaarsland, Lashardia. It has a population of 8,191.

## Demographics

### Ethnicity

According to the 2012 census, 89% of the population identified as ethnically Lashardian, while 7% identified as Adoriamian, and 3% as other races.

### Religion

According to the 2012 census, 86% of the population identified as agnostic, atheist, or unaffiliated, while 20% identified as Christian (18% Lashardian Orthodox Christian, 2% other Christian), and 4% identified as other religions.

### Education

There are two primary schools located in Samra and two high schools. The village offers an architecture and cosmetology high school.
Your Love

"**Your Love**" is a single by Lashardian singer Darya Shashinöbach, and the lead single from her second studio album *Revival*. The song was released as a digital download on 24 February 2017.

Musically, "Your Love" is a midtempo Lashpop dance song, that speaks of how great Shasinöbach's lover makes her feel. It premiered during season three of *The X Factor: Lashardia* when Shashinöbach performed the song during week three's results show. Following the performance, the song reached the top ten on the Lashardian iTunes chart, and debuted at number-ten on the Lashardian singles chart.

The song's accompanying music video was released on 23 February 2017.

## Background and composition

Following Shashinöbach's several unsuccessful attempts at pursuing a solo career, she decided to take a break from music and focus on family life. In 2014, she was cast as one of the mentor judges on *The X Factor: Lashardia*. Appearing on the show, greatly increased her popularity, and she once again began work on her second solo album. In a 2016 interview, she stated that new music would be released soon, but that family was still her number-one priority.

On 16 February 2016, it was revealed that Shashinöbach would be the guest performer on the week three results show of season three of *The X Factor: Lashardia*. She then took to Twitter to reveal that she would be performing the lead single to her upcoming album. The song's title and cover art were revealed the following day.

Musically, "Your Love" is a midtempo Lashpop dance song, that speaks of how great Shasinöbach's lover makes her feel. It runs for a time of four minutes, five seconds.

## Reception

### Critical

"Your Love" received generally positive reviews from music critics. On *Lasdimösikala*, the song has an overall average of 76%, citing "generally positive reviews". Many critics complimented the song's chorus and praised it for being the perfect choice for a comeback single. However, its lyrics were also criticized.

### Commercial

After its release, "Your Love" peaked at number-four on the iTunes charts of Lashardia. It debuted at number-ten on the Lashardian singles chart, and has been certified platinum.

## Music video

The song's music video was filmed in September 2016 in Port of Lashardia, Pesa. It features Shashinöbach performing the song on a variety of beach settings. It was released on 23 February 2016, following Shashinöbach's performance on *The X Factor*.

## Release history

List of regions, release dates, showing formats, and label
Sabine Karlömöpa

**Sabine Margareta Karlömöpa** (born 21 July 1954) is a Lashardian politician, farmer, and the current Minister of Agriculture, serving since 2016. Karlömöpa has also previously served as Governor of Nortensland from 2002 to 2012.

## Life and career

### Early life

Karlömöpa was born on 21 July 1954 in Kina, Kina Municipality. She grew up on a farm, with her parents Karl and Anastasia, running the farm. As a child, Karlömöpa helped out around the farm along with her younger sister, Angela. She was raised in an "apathetic Conservative household", and her parents were dedicated Lashardian Orthodox Christians.

Karlömöpa's parents put little emphasis on school, and Karlömöpa would frequently take days off to help out on the farm. She attended primary school in Kina, where she was a high-achieving student, enjoying learning about politics and law. She graduated from primary school in 1969, and despite wanting to attend a social sciences high school, her parents forbid her and forced her to help out on the farm.

She lived on the farm with her parents until 1975, when her father died, and left the farm to Karlömöpa and her husband. In 1981, Karlömöpa received her high school education equivalency diploma (HSEED), and enrolled in the University of Western Lashardia, as a political science major. She graduated in 1988, as a part-time student.

### Political career

After earning her political science degree in 1988, Karlömöpa aspired to pursue a career in politics. In 1990, she ran for municipal supervisor of Kina Municipality, but lost the election. She ran again in 1994, and won. She served as municipal supervisor for two terms of four years, leaving the post in 2002. After leaving her post, she was elected Governor of Nortensland, and served two terms of five years, leaving her post in 2012. After leaving, she returned to Kina and continued to work on her farm.

In 2016, she was nominated by President Anya Hanköfork as Minister of Agriculture. She took office on 20 September 2016.

## Personal life

Karlömöpa married Pal Gregösaamsha in 1974, at the age of 19. The two were introduced by their mothers, who were close friends. They took over the Karlömöpa Family Farm in 1975, following Karlömöpa's father's death from a heart attack. They had two children together; Pal, born in 1975, and Natalina, born in 1979. Gregösaamsha died in 2003 of lung cancer. Following Gregösaamsha's death, Karlömöpa moved permanently to Kesa, and left the family farm to her son.
Zakharians

**Zakharians** (Zakharian: *Zaxarxij*) are an ethnic group who speak the Zakharian language and reside primarily within Zakharia.

## Description

### Physical description

Zakharians are typically fair skinned, with both light eyes and hair. Approximately 67% of ethnic Zakharians are blonde-haired and blue-eyed, while 23% are brown-haired and blue-eyed, 10% are brown-haired and brown-eyed, and less than 1% are blonde-haired and brown-eyed. Red hair is also fairly common with Zakharians, with 7% of those reporting lightly colored hair being redheaded. The average height for a male is 5'9", while the average height for a female is 5'6".

## Demographics

There are about 7.5 million Zakharians throughout the world, with about 88% of those residing in Zakharia. Because of emigration in recent years, the remaining 12% reside in neighboring countries such as Consensum, Lashardia, Adoriam, and Sodrax, in addition to Naxni which has very close ties to Zakharia politically.

## Culture

### Language

The language of Zakharians is known as Zakharian. Zakharian is the only member of the Zakharian branch of Asmatic languages. Uniquely, Zakharia is the only non-ethnically Titovic nation of the former Kingdom of Titova. Zakharian is spoken as a mother tongue by approximately 94% of Zakharia, and 90% of Zakharians worldwide.

### Religion

Zakharians traditionally adhere to the Zakharian Orthodox Church, a subgroup of the Asmatic Orthodox Church of Christianity. Church attendance amongst Zakharians remains high, and Zakharia is frequently known as one of the most religious nations in Asmatys.
Nika and the Rollers

**Nika and the Rollers** is a Lashardian band consisting of lead vocalist Nika Trentöhöben, lead guitarist Jon Salölö, bassist Emil Gregöberga, and drummer Tony Lagorchi. The group came to prominence during the first season of *The X Factor: Lashardia*, and were signed to independent label Blanket Records Lashardia following the show.

## History

### 2014–2016: *The X Factor: Lashardia* and *Planet Nowhere*

Nika and the Rollers were formed in 2006 in Beck. In their early years, the group performed punk music and were heavily inspired by the work of Corasneft.

In summer 2014, the group auditioned for season one of *The X Factor: Lashardia* at the Beck auditions. They performed "Pictures of You" in front of the judges and received four yeses. At the judges' house stage, they performed "I Don't Want You" in front of their mentor Pal Nigtöfoor and advanced to the Top 20.

Being a rock band, they stood out from the other pop acts and received much praise from the judges and fans. They placed in the Bottom 3 in week five, and sang for their life against Playing God, but were eliminated in a unanimous vote to do being perceived as less marketable compared to Playing God, placing ninth. Following the show, they were signed to independent label Blanket Records Lashardia.

They released their debut single "Pirate Smile", which went on to reach number-one on the Lashardian singles chart and the Top 5 in Pesa. They later released the follow-up single "Out Here All Night" which charted in the Top 20 in Lashardia. Their debut album *Planet Nowhere* was released later and reached number eight on the Lashardian albums chart.

### 2016–present: Second studio album and *Mösikalifestivali 2017*

In autumn 2016, the band revealed that they had begun work on their sophomore album. In December, they were revealed to be taking part in *Mösikalifestivali 2017* with the song "Ooh La La". They qualified to the second chance round, but were eliminated.

## Members

* **Nika Trentöhöben** (born 1 August 1985 in Beck, Skaarsland) is the lead vocalist and occasional rhythm guitarist and keyboardist of the band. She was raised in Beck and attended Queen Maria's School for the Performing Arts in Ubenmoor.
* **Jon Salölö** (born 28 October 1970 in Klicki, Skaarsland) is the lead guitarist and backing vocalist of the band, who was raised in Klicki.
* **Emil Gregöberga** (born 17 July 1980 in Beck, Skaarsland) is the bassist and backing vocalist of the band, who was raised in Beck.
* **Tony Lagorchi** (born 9 January 1979 in Santa Anastasia, Pesa) is the drummer of the band, who was raised in Santa Anastasia in Pesa. He is of mixed Pesan Muslim descent and moved to Lashardia to attend Queen Maria's School for the Performing Arts in 1994.

## Discography

### Studio albums

List of studio albums, with selected chart positions, sales figures and certifications
* Format: Digital download, CD, LP

### Singles

List of singles as lead artist, with selected chart positions and certifications, showing year released and album name

## Awards and nominations

 Best Rock Song
 Breakout Artist