Human Commonwealth

The Human Commonwealth, often simply known as the **Commonwealth,** or occasionally the **Protectorate**, is an autocratic, centralised nation that serves as the successor to the state of Neo-Europe. Founded on the principles of pan-humanism, its primary goal is for the unity and longevity of the human race.

## Origins

The Human Commonwealth has its origins in Ekrim Tekin's final speech in 2237, shortly before his death, in which he proposed a 'Grand Human Union,' based on the values of pan-humanism. The idea was a state that is not clouded by nationalism, or by perceptions of race or language, existing to further the united human race.

Along with Tekin, his longtime associate Netem Samtem, who co-drafted the speech, was the archicect of many of the ideas that would eventually come into fruition.

## History

Shortly after Tekin returned to take control of Neo-Europe, he reorganised it into the Human Commonwealth (exactly a century after his original coup), and proclaimed himself as 'Protector.' The new nation largely followed the revised model devised by Netem Samtem, based on his **Second Manifesto for the Future of Humanity.** Tekin modified aspects to fit his own vision of a pan-human state, though many of Samtem's core principles remained.

## Government

The state is governed as an unapologetic Dictatorship, while the role of 'Protector' is constitutionally mostly ceremonial. Replacing the bicameral parliamentary system is the 'Dual Concilium' - one for 'Commonvolk' (civilians) and another for 'Soldaters' (the army), which are in turn governed by the 'Supreme Council.' The Protector chairs the Supreme Council, but all members are officially equal. The Grand Marshal leads the Soldaters Concilium, while the Grand Esquire leads the Commonvolk Concilium. These two positions are jointly Heads of Government.

As of late 2286, this system is mostly disjointed, with Miriam Gorgolez serving as Protector and de-facto Grand Esquire, with Hector Papalazarou acting as Grand Marshal, but taking a much more important role than the constitution suggests, mainly due to the disbandment of the Dual Concilium.

## Geography

### Subdivisions

Officially, Tekin abolished all of the states of Neo-Europe, although unofficially these were largely inherited by the Human Commonwealth. Tekin's successor, Miriam Gorgolez, promised reform would occur following the end of the Domolaki Invasion of Earth.

### Extraterrestrial Territories

The Human Commonwealth inherited all of Neo-Europe's space colonies, having territories on:

* Mars
* The Moon
* Titania
* Callisto

## Demographics

While Tekin has stated 'demographics are irrelevant as people homogenise,' they are still recorded.

In the 2280 Census, the following information was recorded:

### Language

Anglisch, in its various dialects, is almost universally understood. In regions where it is less common - Turkestan and Tibet - huge incentives were introduced to mass-educate the populations in Anglisch. Other languages are spoken in ever-declining numbers, but their vocabularies continue to decline in favour of Anglisch terms.

### Ethnicity

Various Indian ethnic groups are by far the largest, making almost 55% of the total population.

### Religion

Traditional religions play a very small role in the Human Commonwealth, with only 8% identifying as **Christian** (2% Protestant, 3% Catholic, 1% Eastern Orthodox, 2% other), 17% identifying as **Muslim** (4% Aghari, 6% Naqi, 3% Sunni, 0.5% Shi'ite, 3% Tekinite and 1% other/non-conformist), 19% **Hindus** (though most only cultural) as well as a smaller number of Jews, Buddhists, Sikhs, and other religions. The vast majority of people are atheist.

## Culture

### Cuisine

Various regions still have their local cuisines, but the state cuisine is interesting, mainly being a blend of European and Middle-Eastern, specifically Turkish, cuisines. Tekin is the main reason for this. Kebabs of various kinds are now considered the National Dish of the Human Commonwealth, with forms like Royal Doner and Chicken Shiik being the most popular. Other common dishes include 'Supreme Marshal Chicken,' a heavily spiced dish of fried chicken traditionally cooked over an open flame, and Falaffel (chickpea dough balls). These dishes, however, have been limited by the ongoing Domolaki invasion, causing food choice to become limited. Rations have brought about new dishes, such as 'Omelette Gorgolez,' an omelette with added supplements, which causes its colour to turn blue - hence its being named after Protector Gorgolez.

## Economy

The Human Commonwealth's economic system is largely that of a planned economy, albeit with greater state involvement than that of Neo-Europe's. State institutions form the forefront of the economy, although private companies still exist.

## Foreign Relations

### Atlantic Association

Prior to the Domolaki invasion, the Human Commonwealth had very sour relations with the Atlantic Association, especially Nordica, owing to the anti-Tekin stance of its Commissioner, Freya Ibsen. They grew hostile at certain points, especially during the 'Soft War.' During the invasion, their relationship was initially volatile, although open hostilities had stopped. They began to cooperate more once Miriam Gorgolez took power, although reaffirmed that the new clone of Tekin was a danger and that hostilities would resume instantly following the invasion if any Tekin became leader of the Human Commonwealth once more. Furthermore, the Atlantic Association refused to recognize the Human Commonwealth as a legitimate state, continuing to see Neo-Europe as a rightful nation.

### GUISS

Relations with GUISS are more amicable, although the Socialist State has more reservations than the Human Commonwealth has of it. They cooperated more closely during the Domolaki Invasion, such as the sharing of intel and the Human Commonwealth's use of **Black Clads**.

### Realm

Relations with the Realm, specifically Indomalaya, are difficult to determine, owing to their current neutrality in the Domolaki Conflict. However, given the Realm's opposition to Dictatorships, they do not take take too favourably to Tekin's regime.

### French Guyana

Despite both having associations with Tekin, the relationship between the two nations was a troublesome one, with neither officially recognizing the other.

### Arabia

The Human Commonwealth and Arabia established diplomatic relations in 2279, and the Human Commonwealth publicly respected its neutrality in the Domolaki Conflict. However, more privately, the Human Commonwealth's government saw it as a threat and sent secret agents into the country to assassinate relatives of Tekin as they supposedly threatened the stability of Tekin proper.

### Auroa Vanguard Republic

Relations between the Human Commonwealth and Auroa Vanguard Republic are nonexistent. Neither nation recognises the other.

## List of Protectors

\*The birth date of Tekin's clone body is listed here, although the original Tekin was born in 2130.

## List of Grand Marshals

 Angela Zimmer
 Hector Papalazarou | 2286-Present

## List of Grand Esquires

 Miriam Gorgolez | 2285-present (de facto)