The Xanthos Republic

* Xanthos Flag
* Claimed area

## Overview

**The Xanthos Republic** is a peaceful settlement that will accept almost any member. It is a non-religious nation tolerant of all of its people's religions. It's also a mixed-race nation; It admits any race; from human to orc. It has become a settlement for people that can't get into another nation or want to be on their own. Their members can do anything as long as it doesn't go against the laws of Xanthos or Middle Earth.

## Government

### Core Members

Xanthos has long grown past having kings, queens, or emperors. Instead, they possess what they call 'Core Members' that each control a different sector of their nation. These Roles are Head of The Military, Head of Resources, Head of Infrastructure, Head of Trade, Head of Diplomacy, and Head of Border Control. Each member retains a voice in major decisions. No matter what happens, as long as they remain a core member, they have an equal say. It is a Council of Peers, where none are placed above any others.

### Becoming a Core Member

There are multiple ways to become a Core Member of Xanthos. These ways include, but are not limited to, Being nominated to a role by a previous or deceased Core Member, marrying an existing Core Member, or a collective vote by current Core Members. Votes on new members will only occur when it is decided not enough Core Members currently exist to run the nation effectively.

## Leaders

### Founders

Although the history of Xanthos as a land and nation stretches far even before the modern Xanthos Republic, its newest incarnation was formed by Zenigh and Niònvae.

## History

#### Pre-Xanthos Republic

Not much is known about the true origin of Xanthos. The name of the current nation is based on the land they reside on, which Zenigh inherited due to his Royal Bloodline.

### The Second Age

#### Creation

(Disclaimer: these events play after Niònvae's backstory) **The Xanthos Republic** was created near the end of the second age by its founders, Zenigh and Niònvae; They had both seen the injustices perpetrated by the nations around them, including their hunger for power, neglect of their people, and even racism. After they met in a bar, they shared a few pints and found themselves holding similar beliefs; they grew accustomed to each other's company and soon created The Xanthos Republic, A nation for those with no home. A place people could feel safe, free, and cared for. As for the newly formed nation's location, the Founders decided to live on an island in the middle of The Sea of Rhun, which used to be called Xanthos by Zenigh's ancestors.

#### The Early Stages

##### Rapid Growth

Many people were accepted into the Nation during its early stages, including Gilgamesh and his apprentices. Most of his apprentices were people with a thirst for blood, set on killing people for fun. Niònvae, however, didn't see a problem with it as long as it wasn't aimed at their people. Gilgamesh and his apprentices, with their newfound freedom, began to learn the secrets of eternal youth. While Niònvae was training others to fight and control their own emotions, Zenigh constructed homes for their people to live in.

As the Xanthos Republic became more established, more and more people knew of Xanthos due to the spreading knowledge of its magic and incredible builds. Not long after, people began leaving their nations to join Xanthos instead. However, Zenigh's anger and rage grew with each passing day. He found it revolting to hear the stories of other nations' injustices, so he began making a plan with some people he felt he could trust. One of whom was Damien of Xanthos, a mercenary known for accepting any job. Often these jobs were cruel, and some would call them impossible. But he accepted them anyway. He had never once failed any job. Among his monstrous acts were the assassination of Giants and the massacre of entire armies by himself. Damien of Xanthos gained a reputation and accompanying nickname, 'The Bishop of Blood.'

Niònvae blindly accepted Zenigh's plans; little did he know the plans were to conquer the world; with Niònvae having had taught many people the ability to create portals, they traveled the land extremely fast. They wiped some of the largest and strongest nations in their path off the map in a matter of days. To their frustration, word got around to neighboring nations fast.

##### The Torching of Tol Rhúnae

When all the remaining leaders heard of how Xanthos had made their way from nation to nation, leaving a path of destruction behind, they were shocked. The leaders were scared, but they agreed to form a defensive alliance. Xanthos needed to be stopped, but it was almost impossible for them to reach the hurricane that Xanthos was. Every time they went to a city to help out, they were too late. Everything was gone, and everybody mutilated. Until they came up with a plan, they would lure their army into the forest and burn the entire forest, shooting anyone that would come out alive. It worked too well, thousands dead, but some survived. Gilgamesh was regenerating too fast for him to get burned, and Niònvae had created a portal to the island of Xanthos so some could escape, including Zenigh and Damien.

The survivors decided that the world would hopefully have learned its lesson. Going back to their homeland of Xanthos, they were welcomed back to their families with open arms. Soon a new era of prosperity would commence, rebuilding the nation's infrastructure, economy, and new prospects on the horizon.

### The Fourth Age

#### FA 1669 | The First Election

Thousands of years later, Xanthos was now a peaceful trading nation with, as always, lots of people enjoying their time within the nation. Xanthos was going well with trades, allies, and citizens now that they had decided to cease their use of magic and their tendencies to start wars. The use of magic in the past to extend their lives became a dominant gene in their citizens. New generations of people born in Xanthos would live for millions of years. Zenigh even started a bar, selling beer to the townspeople.

Zenigh and Niònvae decided to hold an election for a new Core Member. This Core Member would be in charge of the military and supplies. The Election was, strangely enough, tied between Damien of Xanthos and Gilgamesh. Niònvae and Zenigh were forced to choose between the two. The choice was difficult, but eventually, they decided on Damien. Damien was now the newest Core Member of the Republic. Zenigh and Niònvae were really happy with Damien's contribution to the nation, and things got a lot easier. Xanthos prospered under their combined leadership.

#### FA 1672 | The Ithelien Split

A few years later, a disagreement between the three about the nation's walls split the Core Member group in half. Damien argued that they should prioritize defense over appearance, and Zenigh asserted the priority of its appearance over its ability to be an effective wall. Niònvae compromised with Damien, stating they would focus on its defense while making sure it wouldn't look horrible or terrifying, scaring off newcomers. Zenigh was not appeased and remained enraged. He declared that he was 'done with leading this nation' and abandoned his role as a Core Member. With a few followers and a man named Justin Zenigh, he set off to Ithelien. Now led by Justin, the group settled in Ithelien. Later, they became known as The Bandits of Ithelien.

## Laws

The Republic of Xanthos currently has no local laws.

## Alliances

Xanthos is Allied to the Dwarven Clan of the Longbeards, and to the Elves of Lindon.