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Marconessco Island

**Marconessco Island** is a continent in Penciland known for its age-old history, unique landforms, and magical tribes.

### Discovery

On Graphitus, **Marconessco Island**'s existence was unknown until 1258, when five ships saw land in the horizon and went to investigate. Mark Robertson is partially credited with its discovery as his Weibo finding two months earlier was the voyage's main source of inspiration.

### Major Cities

* Weibo City (capital)
* Buggy Entrepôt
* Morre Point
* Madisumon
* Starea

### Nations and Regions

* Weiboa
* Nebula Empire
* Fort Starea
* Muk Sus Region
* Staper Jungle
* Sunset Region
* Lunar Region

### Islands

* Noman Archipelago
* Punut Island
* Kovac Island
* Entyland
* Blobfish Island
* Alejandro Island
* King Julian Island

## Gallery

An 13th or 14th century (inaccurate) map of Marconessco Island and northern Graphitus. On the back is a map of Fort Starea. Currently stored in the Red Bank.A famous depiction of Baked Valley.
Markers

The **Markers** are a hyper-intelligent species of bipedal artimals that inhabit the continent of Markerland, but also largely inhabit the planets outer orbit. They are smart enough to do practically anything and everything, making them overwhelmingly powerful.

## Biology

**Markers** are wide, long cylindrical creatures with skinny limbs and a jolly face. If the tip of one's head is placed against a wall, it will leave a black dot of a bleach-smelling liquid on the wall called "ink". In the case of some Markers, this ink cannot be removed. They are incredibly intelligent, surpassing any known species on Epsilon by several orders of magnitude. They tend not to attack anything, either because they believe they outclass everything around them to the point of not even recognizing the things around them as objects or sentient beings, or because they are simply pacifists. They love tea.

## Technology

Surprisingly, the **Markers** have refused to develop any technology of any sort for any purpose. Due to the inability to contact the or speak with the Markers, it is incredibly difficult to figure out why. However, it seems likely that they simply have no use for the tools.

## History

As the **Markers** surpass average artimal civilizations in intelligence and kindness, they have yet to be involved in any wars. However, legends tell of an ancient warrior Pencil making his way through Epsilon's many treacheries in order to speak with one of the Markers, with his wish being granted when he finally found one in a small, ore-filled cave. It is said that the knowledge granted to him that day caused him to never speak again. The supposed warrior is still alive today.

## Trivia

* **Markers** have killed the fewest creatures of any known Epsilon species to have their counts recorded, with a total of 23 animals killed directly by a Marker as of 2023.
* **Markers** cannot use technology of any sort, despite their intelligence. If one is put at gun-point and told to use a recorder, it will not be able to use the recorder.
* **Markers** have the largest braincase of any Epsilon species, at 0.52 in (1.33 cm) from side to side.
Mechenburg

**Mechenburg** is the capital of the Mechanical Empire. It was founded in 809 by Mechno Graphtu I.

### History

In 809, all Mechanical Pencils, at the time a few hundred, settled along the southern coast of the Tri Lakes. They constructed wooden stilt houses, docks, and boats. Its first mayor, Cumlini Pencilius was generally disliked by citizens due to his controversial funding decisions and so he was later assassinated during the Battle of Tordë.
Madisi Empire

The **Great** **Madisi Empire** is a large empire in eastern Graphitus. It has an estimated population of 155,000.

### History

Around 950, No. 2 peasant Tabuli Madisi founded the Madisi religion. He described it as "a fusion of traditional HBMX values and modern concepts of religion." However, it gained little attraction until the ministry of Nüe Piza, a friend of Tabuli, in the 980s. By Nue's death in 1025, the Madisi religion had spread across the continent, and continued to do so during the Great Western Trade.

Then, in 1210, the No. 2 Republic was founded. Its first state was named Madisi since the religion was popular in that region. Additionally, Whiteshoe City was renamed to Madisitown and became the state's capital. By 1400, Madisi had become the largest state in terms of both population and land area. This constant expansion continued until the Airship War, when PaperMate defeated Madisi and devastated Madisitown. Their streak continued with their defeat at the Battle of Valor Pass during the Fourth Pencil War. Despite their losses, Madisi came fully equipped for the Napolean War, during which a meticulously planned blitzkrieg at the border resulted in a relatively swift victory.

In 1816, tired of their association with the "inferior" No. 2s, Madisi's citizens revolted, led by Izzy Timi, establishing the Madisi Empire - some consider it stronger than the Ticonderogan Empire itself.

### In the Fifth Pencil War

* In 2138, during the GPWV, Madisi conquered Up and Up, founding the Great Madisi Empire we see today.
* The Napoleous Massacre occurs.

### Anatomy

Madisi pencils are characterized by their fragile spines, which shatter easily. For instance, Henry Thompson IV was sliced in half by a thin steel board. Had he been a Ticonderoga or Staedtler, his thicker skull likely would have cushioned the blow. For this reason, it is not unusual for even 1 Ticonderogan soldier to easily defeat 2 Madisis.

### Famous Figures

Several historical figures were born in the state or empire of Madisi, including Mechron Bic, George Bethal, Nüe Piza, and Henry Thompson IV (as well as many of their forefathers).

### Settlements

 Napoleous | 1668
 Dragustus | 2079
 Jumanaka | 2098
 Caria | 1543
 Tamiqua | 1533

### Former Settlements

* Yelquon (destroyed 1019)
* Beddyston (annexed by Ticonderoga in 2210)
Discolorenoma

**Discolorenoma** is a skin infection caused by graphite stuck in a pencil's skin.

### Information

* Location - anywhere but almost always near the tip of a pencil, which is most vulnerable
* Frequency and Severity - depends on species, race, and hereditary factors

### History

The earliest known record of Discolorenoma was drawn and described in a doctor's journal written in 212, in which the disease is referred to as 'Circ'zu Tat,' which roughly translates to 'rotting tip mutation.'

### Ophogian Discolorenoma

Ophogian Discolorenoma is a highly contagious and deadly species, and sadly, one of the most common. Its worldwide spread was the unfortunate result of the Sieu Massacre. A second outbreak occurred in 1417, killing an additional 20,000.

### Treatment

All types of Discolorenoma can be cured with standard pencil sharpening until the infected area has been removed. However, this rapidly ages pencils, and those completely covered in graphite can only be partially treated with a powerful eraser to remove it.
Benjamin Hensley

**Benjamin Hensley** (1852 - 2099) was the longest-ruling president of Ticonderoga and the inventor of modern Pengebra and Pencilometry. He was also the third longest living pencil, just behind Tyler Sandrews and Epic Johnson, living for 247 years.

### Life

In 1852, a time of innovation on Graphitus, Benjamin was born to Franklin and Marylin Hensley in downtown Stencil. Since childhood, he loved writing complex mathematical functions and graphing shapes. This eventually led Benjamin to invent both Pengebra and Pencilometry. Then, following his brother Dripod's resignation in 1947, he was elected president, with his other brother Stratford as his VP. He married Sofie Byrne in 1941 and lived out the rest of his days expertly overseeing the nation. Benjamin died of natural causes in 2099, just before the turn of the century. Had he lived just one year longer, Benjamin would have witnessed five wars, beating Epic Johnson's record of four: the Napolean War, Epic Stencil War, Regen War, Staedtler-Madisi War, and the Fifth Pencil War in 2100.
Mechanical Pencils

A **Mechanical Pencil**, often referred to as a **Mechanical** or sometimes shortened to **Mech**, is a pencil whose graphite has been surgically unbonded to its outer casing. This allows the graphite to be easily replaced and mechanically extended as its point is worn away from usage.

### Pros and Cons

As such, mechanical pencils do not require sharpening, and are incredibly durable, precise, as well as immune to all currently active pencil diseases, which account for over 30% of pencil deaths. However, mechanical pencils have to live with a back-breaking metal shell that makes daily tasks overly laborious and has been known to actually reduce their lifespans. It is for this reason, plus the surgery's exorbitant cost of 20 billion Poks, that Tyler Sandrews, Woody, Oshwasha Tanjakipur, Epic Johnson, and Benjamin Hensley all refused or could not afford to become one.

### History

The shell utilized in Mechanical Pencils was invented by scientist Mechron Bic in the 300s. However, it was not until several centuries later that they were improved on and popularized by Pentel, now the leading manufacturer of Mechanical devices. In 809, the city of Mechenburg was founded, thus establishing the Mechanical Empire, the Mechanical pencils' current domain. Diplomatically, the Mechanicals were allied with the Palominos until their annexation in 1904.

More recently, the Mechanicals are still participating in the ongoing Great Pencil War 5.

### Settlements

* Mechenburg (capital)
* Comanche
* Hillford

### Notable Mechanicals

* Commander Kerry (Pentel; P1035, current military general)
* Uncle PG5 (won against the Staedtler 925-35)
* Mr. Smash (Q100X)
* Hans Von Graph the 1000 (PG1005)
* Hugh Graphlet (PG505)
* Itron (ruled from 2096 to 2185)
Graphitus News Network

The **Graphitus News Network (GNN)** is a radio channel that provides 24-hour live coverage of breaking news. It is based in Stencil but available for watching anywhere in Penciland.

### History

In 1906, the GNN headquarters was destroyed by the barbarians, leading to the Epic Stencil War. GNN was formerly a newspaper company like Ticonderoga News, but declared bankruptcy in 2132, due to diminishing sales during the GPWV. It was then replaced by the radio channel it is today. You can also watch it on the GNN website.
Eraser Method

The **Eraser Method** is a method of calculating a pencil’s approximate age. It involves measuring the length of a pencil’s body and eraser.

## Method

### Eraser Formula

The formula for estimating a pencil's age was invented by Terko and published in his magnum opus *The Wobbly Effect: An Analysis.* To get a base estimation of a pencil's age, professionals first measure its eraser and body length. Then they plug in the values to the following formula, where

A

{\displaystyle A}

 is the pencil's age,

E

{\displaystyle E}

 is the length of its eraser in centimeters, and

L

{\displaystyle L}

 is its total length in centimeters.

# A
1102
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L

{\displaystyle A = 1102(1 - E) \over L}
Crayola Island

**Crayola Island** is the largest and second most populous continent in Penciland, covering an area of 20.2 million km² (7.8 million mi²), with a population of over 35 million. It is mainly inhabited by Colored Pencils, who originated after a mutation that added pigment to pencils' graphite tips. The island's official currencies are the Crayolan, Flowie, and Rouge.

### Etymology

The word Crayola comes from the Crayolan, 'Krayeltas,' meaning land of the colorful. Its capital, Spectrum City, is named after the spectrum of colors seen in the island's population.

### About

**Crayola Island**'s climate is warm, rainy, and humid, with average temperatures ranging from 70 - 90 °F (21 - 32 °C). Monsoon seasons last from June to September, producing a verdant landscape and astounding biodiversity.

The island is home to over 80% of the plant and animal species in Penciland. Many of its inhabitants are devout followers of Aahrdvati, which states that peace is found through harmony with nature. This has led to minimal environmental degradation and conservation of natural resources, allowing its many ecosystems to flourish alongside civilization.

### History

**Crayola Island**'s rich history dates back to at least -10,000 PY, when Graphitan sailors arrived on the island. The settlers engineered advanced technologies, including irrigation and smelting, far before the other continents.

In the 600s, Graphitans recolonized the continent, claiming the island as their own. Many were enslaved and shipped to Graphitus, resulting in an exchange of diseases, most notably an introduction of Discolorenoma to Crayola Island. Over the following century, its population boomed and it became a popular destination for wealthy tourists, who were drawn to its natural beauty and tropical climate. In the late 900s, a democratic reform led to independence from Graphitus and rapid industrialization, bringing prosperity to its people. Today, its traditional festivals and historical sites are a testimony to its rich culture and diversity.

### Locations

* The Oasis
* Yilhara Peak
* Spectrum City
* Waximin

### Nations

* Crayola Empire
* Kingdom of Saltoa
* Fisher Society
* Rantamba
* Olreski
* Yintrina
* Cajiwapa

### Regions

* Spectrum State
* Prismatic Province
* Kōpó Kōpó Region
Dixon

**Dixon** is the capital of the Nuremberg Region and one of the largest and most populous Graphitan cities, with a population of over 1.6 million. It is part of Ticonderoga.

### History

Dixon was constructed around 60 PY. Around the year 160, the Nurembergs discovered clay in Ommuta Valley. They smelted it and constructed brick houses to replace their flimsy wooden ones. Many historic buildings, including the Nuremberg Institute, remain in its older neighborhoods. Additionally, its residents come from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds, and it is home to the Wooden tribe, with over 16,000 members.

### Trivia

* Since 115 PY, Dixon's Arts Council has organized a science exhibition (originally an art exhibition) each April, drawing over 40,000 pencils per year. The only time it was cancelled was in 1736, during the Fourth Pencil War, when it was called off due to fear of terrorism.
Turnip External Steam Tornado

The **Turnip External Steam Tornado**, or **TEST**, was a massive yet unbelievably slow-moving (under 60 miles/year) turnip-shaped whirlwind that wreaked havoc on southern Graphitus from 1304 to 1424. The Turnip War is named after it.

### Destruction

**TEST** began in the Bic Sea and first struck Dixon, melting many clay buildings in its poor neighborhoods. In 1327, it flooded Roadly, killing around 50 pencils during the annual Roadly Fair. In 1346, it hit Ticonderoga, but thanks to precautions such as metal barriers and storm water drains, the inundation was not severe. 20 years later, it reached the Sand Dunes, producing sandstorms from several years. Then it went into the Draconian Sea, staying there for much of its lifetime and, and fully disintegrating on March 28th, 1424.
Apsara (tribe)

The **Apsaras** or **Apsarans** are a tribe that inhabit the island of Apsara, named after them. Though they formed long before the earthquake that produced the island, it allowed them to leave civilization and embrace anarchism.

### Origins

The group began in the 1100s as a secret anarchist society attempting to overthrow the government. Although unsuccessful, they stayed together and became a tight-knit tribal community. When the heard about the earthquake and formation of a mostly uninhabited island, they were thrilled and immediately sailed to it, where they stayed.

### Practices

The Apsaras believe in self-governance and cooperation, with decisions made through consensus among the members of the tribe. They are skilled in fishing and farming, and have developed sustainable practices for living off the land. Despite their isolation, the Apsaras maintain friendly relationships with mainland nations, frequently trading with others. They have also been known to offer assistance in disaster and conflict relief efforts, using their expertise to help others in times of need. They are proud of their heritage and the island that bears their name, seeing it as a symbol of their ability to live in harmony with nature and each other. They continue to thrive and evolve on the drifting island, adapting to the challenges and opportunities presented by their unique way of life.
Airship War

The **Airship War** was a major Graphitan conflict in which Madisi and PaperMate participated in an arms race to produce the most airships. After thousands of deaths and the partial destruction of Whiteshoe City, Madisi was forced to surrender. It lasted 3 years, from 1643 to 1646.

### Summary

In the early 17th century, Graphitan inventors began experimenting with the power of flight, inventing the first airships. Both Madisi and PaperMate quickly recognized the military potential of these new inventions, and began pouring resources into their development. As Madisi's hunger for expansion continued to rise, it became clear that war was inevitable.

The Airship War officially began in the summer of 1643, on July 28, when Madisi launched a surprise attack on a PaperMate airship factory. The attack was successful, and Madisi stole several key designs and prototypes. This sparked a flurry of retaliatory strikes, as both sides scrambled to gain the upper hand.

Over the next several months, the conflict intensified, with airship battles becoming increasingly common. The blimps used in the war were equipped with a variety of weapons, including bombs, machine guns, and flamethrowers. For months, the surrounding region was filled with smoke and the sound of engines as the two sides clashed.

Then in 1645, PaperMate launched a massive assault on Whiteshoe City. The attack was a devastating success, with PaperMate blimps bombarding the city from above while ground troops stormed the streets. The battle lasted for several hours, and resulted in the deaths of thousands of civilians and soldiers.

In the spring of 1646, the 31 blimps stationed in Whiteshoe City spontaneously combusted, leveling much of the city. It is unknown whether they were sabotaged. Madisi was forced to surrender and PaperMate emerged victorious.

The Airship War had a profound impact on Graphitus. Thousands lost their lives, and many more were left homeless and destitute. However, the war likely accelerated the development of airplanes during the following century. It serves as a cautionary tale about the potentially apocalyptic dangers of military escalation.
Adepti

**Adepti** is a logographic language spoken throughout Marconessco Island that originated in the Weibo civilization. It comprises over 600 characters, each representing a different word or idea. The image to the right depicts an ancient Adepti inscription found near Weibo Cave. It reads ""We [the Weibos] have succeeded in unifying the entire continent and are now left without a goal." As such, the inscription must postdate the Marconesscan Skirmishes of the 700s, when Weiboa conquered the Morre Kingdom, but predate the 900s, when the Weibos began writing on bamboo scrolls rather than stone tablets.
Herm Algro

**Herm Algro** (709 - 825) was the mayor of New Ticonderoga from 740 to 770 and the first to be elected thrice.

### Biography

Herm was born into a middle-class New Ticonderogan family in 709. He displayed outstanding leadership skills at a young age, became the president of the future problem-solving club at New Ticonderoga University, and graduated at 28 years old, in 737. Then, in 740, Herm's brother Jarklavius, recognizing Herm's talent, convinced him to run for mayor. Herm's inspiring speeches allowed him to receive a remarkable 52% of the votes, far ahead of the two other leading candidates.

While in office, Herm reduced the city's tax rate from 8.5% to 5.5% and organized a government insurance program to provide health care and income support to children and the poor and elderly. He was charismatic and wanted to ensure that all his decisions were to the benefit of his loyal citizens. It is for this reason that Herm would be the only mayor to be elected three times until Albert Meguani in 1650. Tragically, Herm perished in the devastating New Ticonderogan Fire of 825. Despite this, his legacy lives on in the Algro Concert Hall, the city's tallest structure.

### Trivia

* One of Herm's second cousins was actually the royal butler and advisor of King Xalgrivorn the Red.
Graphonculus

**Graphonculi** were an early species of pencil that evolved from an unknown ancestor around 1.5 million years ago, during the Kryos Epoch. They were driven to extinction around 30,000 BP by the significantly slimmer and more agile pencils we see today.

### History

Their fossils were first discovered in 1418, at Stapler Tar Pit near Stapler Jungle, and in 1748, 10 fully preserved specimen were excavated from deep inside a glacier five miles from Yilhara Peak. This was the first discovery of their actual appearance, though previous predictions of their anatomy were unexpectedly similar. The only thing missing from the predictions were the pencils' bark casing, which likely naturally developed as armor against the ice age's harsh conditions.

Some were also stumped by their highly sharpened tips - since the earliest known depiction of sharpening was in a cave painting at the Southern Cove, which was carbon dated to around 40,000 BP. This new revelation has pushed back the estimates of many archaeologists, yet depictions of or the tools used for earlier self-sharpening have yet to be found.

### Graphonculus Monster

The Graphonculus Monster is a giant Graphonculus said to still be roaming deep inside Stapler Jungle. There have been numerous reports of its existence but it has never been captured on camera.
Dixonosoft

**Dixonosoft** is a religion followed by some Dixonians, and some Noricans. Its scriptures mainly detail "blessed" events in which the "protagonist" will do something in the name of mighty Dixorr.

## History

Dixonosoft was formerly the primary language of the legendary Nurembergs, serving as the spoken counterpart to Nurescript. It was also the religion taught at the first Epsilonian church, built in Dixon at around 90 PY, and for which the religion was named. However, since their 4th century decline, many Dixonosoft stories have been lost to time. Despite this, several thousand Dixonians continue to practice its customs, celebrate its festivals, and honor the mighty Dixorr.

## Teachings

As described in the above nanograph, the followers of Dixonosoft are primarily taught via books or tablets on which certain events that are considered "blessed" are shown. These are then explained, and then taught once more. The followers will then attempt to recreate the events using the objects provided by the chapel or church they are inside of.

There are 356,052,753,566 different events currently detailed by the tablets used to teach Dixonosoft followers, but there are only 3 that are considered the most important:

* The Birth of Lord Dixorr ~ 1754BD (BD - Before Dixorr)
* The Creation of The Megaxor ~ 1302BD
* The Wretched, Awful, Terrible, Evil, Nasty Croxoor ~ 2 minutes AD (AD - after Dixorr)

While Dixonosoft followers are prohibited from speaking of Dixorr unless among themselves, they are allowed to mention it as long as the person that they are speaking of Dixorr to is at least a loose follower of the religion. Outsiders are to be terminated along with the person that spilled the word.
Battle of Tordë

The **Battle of Tordë** was the last conflict that occurred during the Mech Wars. It was incredibly bloody, costing the lives of over 3,000 Ticonderogan soldiers and 1,500 mechanical pencils. The massacre of the Ticonderogas ultimately resulted in a decisive victory for the mechanicals, who received a large Ticonderogan territory, now known as the Mechanical Empire. Tragically, the battle led to the assassination of Mechenburg mayor Culmini Pencilius.
Hemotes' Labyrinth

**Hemotes' Labyrinth** is a network of tunnels located under the ruins of the ancient city Hemotes.

### Construction

Around -60 PY, some pencils fled underground to escape the rival Aspina tribe. Over a century later, when the Aspinas threatened to conquer Dixon, the Nurembergs came to the mines and lived there for several years. During their stay, they wrote and painted on the walls and handcrafted bronze plaques assembled in a circle. Each plaque contains Nurescript that typically honors a deceased loved one, one of which is in remembrance of Eachs and Tobina Lee. Additionally, a translation stone was discovered within, finally translating the once cryptic Nurescript.

### Discovery

In 1319, three Dixonian friends discovered a mysterious artifact that washed up in the bank of the river at Ommuta Valley. After three weeks of extensive digging, the site's top floor was fully unearthed. By 1360, the maze, which covers over 5 miles, was fully cleared out and mapped and it continues to be a popular tourist location, containing informational museum labels in many rooms. The deepest mineshaft reaches 212 meters below the surface.
Erasersnip

**Erasersnip** is the process of cleanly cutting off a pencil's eraser after birth, traditionally with a knife or axe. It was first practiced by the Huntells and adopted by the Apsarans, who use it to this day. Although the removal of any other pencil species' eraser would reduce its lifespan, in the Apsarans, it is a vestigal (useless) organ.
1905 PY

1900 · 1901 · 1902 · 1903 · 1904 <- **1905** -> 1906 · 1907 · 1908 · 1909 · 1910

**1905 PY** was a pencil year that, on Earth, occurred on June 9th, 2023, along with 1904.

### Events

#### Governmental

* Dripod Hensley is re-elected as president of the Ticonderogan Empire with his brother Benjamin as his vice president.

#### Territorial

* Following the Battle of Comanche in 1904, the city-state of Comanche claims land eastward, which includes the Basalt Pillars and the northern side of Leafy Orchard.

#### Other

* Thanks to the third Ghost Rally, the Staedtler population surpasses that of Ticonerogans for the first time since 725, right before the devastating Staedtler Bombing.
1805 PY

1800 · 1801 · 1802 · 1803 · 1804 <- **1805 PY** -> 1806 · 1807 · 1808 · 1809 · 1810

**1805 PY** was a pencil year that, on Earth, occurred in late April of 2023.

### Events

* Micon Park publishes his final paper before contracting Pencilitis in August.
* The design of the Bluju Rocket is complete.
* Confidential documents concerning secret passages in Fort Lee are leaked.
Apsara

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**Apsara** may refer to:

* Apsara (tribe)
* Apsara (island)
* Apsara Earthquake
Interdimensional Coswarp

**Interdimensional Coswarp** is a phenomenon that occurs only when living organisms or energetic matter from another dimension enters a region of spacetime far from it's own. It has only been studied once, in preparation for an Awefian attack upon Epsilon.

## Effects

* Warping of nearby space-vacuum areas.
* Kills all life in a 2ly radius immediately upon ocurring.
* Bends gravitational laws (if you are floating nearby, you will start to go "downward" at a rapid rate, which is usually rendered physically impossible.)
* An eerie, unintelligible sound will begin to echo around the area.

It is still unknown the effects of **Interdimensional Coswarp** within a planets atmosphere, though with the help of OhSusman, this will likely not be the case for long.

## Zork?

Fzzbrrrt! Zrock grozzrt. Groooooxxxxxxzzzrrrt?!
Decifer Temple

The **Decifer Temple** is a ziggurat made of sunbaked bricks constructed in southwestern Fort Starea at an unknown date, though likely by the Stareans before their colonization.

### History

Although its original function is uncertain, it was repurposed by Weibo colonizers, who believed praying at its top allowed communication with the gods. In 1236, it was painted in gold.
Battle of Tosquaria

The **Battle of Tosquaria** was a series of conflicts and skirmishes that took place throughout the Ticonderogan Empire in 637. It marked the end of the Lee Dynasty and beginning of a new Ticonderogan age.

### Background

For centuries, the Lee Dynasty had ruled Ticonderoga with an iron fist. They amassed great wealth and power through their control of resources and trade, but their rule was marked by oppression, inequality, and violence against other pencil tribes. The Tosquarian tribe, like many others, had long suffered under the Lees' tyranny, but they had also gained a reputation as fierce warriors and skilled strategists.

### Conflict

In 637, tensions between the Lee Dynasty and the Tosquarians reached a boiling point. The Tosquarians, tired of the Lee's oppression and mistreatment, decided to rise up against their rulers. On July 11th, they mobilized their warriors and raided Lee outposts and supply lines, cutting off their access to resources and weakening their military.

The Lee Dynasty, caught off guard by the revolt, initially tried to negotiate a peace settlement, but the Tosquarians were uninterested. They continued their skirmishes, slowly chipping away at the Lee's army. Finally, in the fall of 637, the Tosquarians laid siege on Ticonderoga City, which they claimed after a fierce battle that lasted several days.

### Aftermath

With the fall of the Lee Dynasty, the Tosquarians took control of the region, establishing their own government and society. Two years later, they founded ARK.
Basalta Triangle

The **Basalta Triangle** is an empire inhabited by the species of the same name. It is located south of Staedtler but north of Bicland and contains the Basalt Steppe and the surrounding land. Studies have found that pencils of this species on average possess a 20% higher IQ than that of similar aged Ticonderogas. The empire and species have also been referred to as Bnuhnuz, pronounced Benenz, as it is the last name of all members of the species.

### History

The Basalta Triangle was founded in 1861 by three families. In 1904, it conquered the Palomino Empire, and in 1970, the Basaltan Missile Crisis occurred.

### Contents

* Basaltas (capital)
* Palomino City
* Leafy Orchard
* Basalt Pillars
* Basalt Volcanoes

### Prominent Members

* Etb Bnuhnuz (1888 - 1974)
* Chickenfried Bnuhnuz (1974 - present)
Fort Starea

**Fort Starea** is a region in central eastern Marconessco Island, bordering the immense Parrgar Ocean to the west and Muk Sus Region to the east.

### History

**Fort Starea**'s earliest civilized inhabitants were the Stareans, a race of adept architects. They hid there during the Marconesscan Skirmishes of the 700s and established a thriving society. During the 900s, they were wiped out by the Grave Epidemic. The final Starean, Choko Qiqi, died of natural causes on the 3rd Kett of the 2nd Ajack, 915 PY. Decades later, Weibo colonizers discovered the ruins and claimed the region as part of Weiboa.

### Contents

* Starea (capital city)
* Amono
* Ruins of Amosus
* Buggy Station
* Dakamo
* Decifer Temple
* Field City
* Heattheal
* Jabauus
* Seabur
* Starea Mines
* Sumonac
Aahrdvati

**Aahrdvati**, founded around -400 PY by the Fisher Society, is a prehistoric religion native to Crayola Island and followed by 59% of its population.

### Beliefs

**Aahrdvati** is based on the belief that peace can only be reached through harmony with nature. Its followers believe the environment is sacred, that all living things are interconnected, and that it is their duty to protect and preserve the land, which was given to them by the gods, for future generations. According to its doctrine, absolute happiness can only be achieved through meditation, ritual, and a deep understanding of how nature works.

The religion is led by spiritual leaders called y*aminítri tu'delaz*, or Priests of Nature. They interpret the scriptures, conduct ceremonies and rituals, and guide the followers. It is also inclusive, welcoming pencils of all species and allowing integrating other beliefs and practices as long as they align with **Aahrdvati** principles.
Madisitown

**Madisitown**, formerly **Whiteshoe City** until 1210, is the capital of the Madisi Empire.

## History

### Origins

**Whiteshoe City** began as a refugee camp during the Great Pencil War. Postwar, its population continued to grow. Its first ruler, Hemo Whiteshoes, named the city after himself and created a controversial law forcing all residents to wear white ferrules, also known as "shoes". The law persisted for nearly 120 years, until protesters had it removed.

### Siege of Madisitown

Much of the city was leveled at the termination of the Airship War, when the 31 blimps stationed here spontaneously combusted, forcing Madisi to surrender and rebuild.

### Culture

A wrestling tournament is held at Madisitown Stadium every 3 years. This inspired the the video game World Wide Wrestling (WWW), which was developed for the Hyperox Console in 1898.
Camp Falcon

**Camp Falcon** is a military outpost in the north of Stapler Jungle.

### About

It is home to a small garrison and is the strategic base of operations for military activities in the jungle. It is located on a hill, providing a great vantage point for surveying and firing from afar. Its troops are well trained in jungle warfare and a falcon is emblazoned on the center of its flag.
Micon Park

**Micon Park** (1712 - 1806) was a Weibo theoretical scientist and author known for his imaginative essays on the eight tribes of Marconessco Island. He also predicted the existence of multiverses and alternate dimensions, supporting the Quantum Transference Theory.

### Other predictions

* Prodigy came from around 2500 (Ticonderoga lives on!).
* An "Interdimensional War" around 2500.
* A "Robot War" around 2600.

### Death

Micon published his final paper in 1805, before contracting Pencilitis in August and passing away the following year.
Apsara Earthquake

The **Apsara Earthquake** was a magnitude 9.4 earthquake that, in 1436, sent over half of the Staedtlers' territory drifting into the Bic Sea, a landmass known as Apsara. It was the second largest recorded earthquake in the last million years, only matched by the one which split Graphinessco in half, the magnitude of which is estimated to have been between 9.5 and 9.7.
1816 PY

1811 · 1812 · 1813 · 1814 · 1815 <- **1816 PY** -> 1817 · 1818 · 1819 · 1820 · 1821

**1816 PY** was a pencil year that, on Earth, occurred in very late April or early May of 2023. It is notable for the revolt and founding of the Madisi Empire, which marked the end of the Revolutionary Era and beginning of the Partitional Era.
Great Pencil War

The **Great Pencil War**, sometimes acronymized as the **GPW**, was the first major and prolonged conflict on Graphitus, beginning in 271 and ending in 380. It succeeded the United Era and preceded the Industrial Era.

### Historical Background

In 269, the No. 2s heard about the Staedtlers and paid them a visit, establishing friendly relations and trading. Both were shocked at the tremendous progress Ticonderoga had made and Ticonderoga was shocked at how many societies there now were, so they each began scheming ways to eradicate the other.

### Participants

* Ticonderogas (major)
* No. 2s and Staedtlers (major, allied)
* Parenthi of Sun (major)
* Nurembergs (Dixon Invasion, some fought with Ticonderogas, minor)
* Palominos (Palomino Movement, minor)
* Haggars (Battle of the Haggars, minor)

### Events

(in chronological order)

* Ticonderogan Invasion
* No. 2 - Staedtler Alliance
* Castellion Invasion
* Construction of Golf City
* Palomino Movement
* Battle of Whiteshoe City
* Battle of the Haggars
* Signing of the Great Pencil Treaty
1029 PY

1024 · 1025 · 1026 · 1027 · 1028 <- **1029 PY** -> 1030 · 1031 · 1032 · 1033 · 1034

**1029 PY** was a pencil year that, on Earth, occurred in October of 2022.

### Events

#### Construction

* The Great Western Trade reaches the Basalt Steppe, where the trading post of Basaltas is established.

#### Other

* A Blackwing spice merchant and Staedtler botanist discover the Red Variety of Southern Onions near Blue Fields.
* Shavings Creek recedes over 2 meters, the highest since the Salmutt Drought of 410.

#### Births

* Mars Cheeseman, the father of Pablo Cheeseman.
1898 PY

1893 · 1894 · 1895 · 1896 · 1897 <- **1898 PY** -> 1899 · 1900 · 1901 · 1902 · 1903

**1898 PY** was a pencil year that, on Earth, occurred on June 6th, 2023, along with 1899.

### Events

#### Technology

* Hyperion 2 sales surpass those of Hyperion 1.
* The game World Wide Wrestling (WWW) is added to the Hyperox Console, inspired by the wrestling tournament held in Madisitown every 3 years.
Bic Sea

**Bic Sea** is an ocean named after Mechron Bic located west of Graphitus. However, it was also separately named on Glueland as the 'Terossian Ocean.'

### Contents

* Bic Island
* Apsara
* Lanigar Cay

### Species

* Large Bicfish
* Small Bicfish
* Intelligent Bicfish
* Tigershark
* Poisonous Pen Coral
* Edible Pen Coral
* Mechron Squid
Greater Terossian Subway

The **Greater Terossian Subway** is an extensive underground rapid transit system serving the city of Teross and the surrounding towns.

### About

The subway spans over 200 kilometers of track, making it the longest subway networks on Epsilon. The subway operates around the clock, providing 24/7 transportation options for commuters and residents. It boasts a fleet of modern, energy-efficient trains that run at high frequencies, ensuring minimal waiting times for passengers. The stations are equipped with state-of-the-art technology, including automated ticketing systems and real-time train arrival information to ensure a reliable and convenient mode of transportation for citizens.
Basalt Steppe

The **Basalt Steppe** is a region in northwestern Graphitus, south of Rally and north of Castellion. The land was formerly unclaimed but is now owned by the Basalta Triangle Empire.

### Geography

It was created during the Pre-Weibo Era, when Basalt Volcanoes spewed lava into the nearby area, which cooled into basalt, gradually forming a rocky flatland. Some areas near the Basalt Volcanoes are mainly uninhabitable but it does contain patches fertile soil, especially along its western border, where Basaltas was built.
Seksi Dingle

**Seksi Dingle** (1891 - 1905) was a Ticonderogan activist for women's and RGBT rights. She was inspired to fight against discrimination following the mysterious case of Lily Graph. Tragically, she died in a car accident in 1905, and did not live to see the lasting impact she would have. Even Peteus T.S.D. once called her "the amazing child with an unfortunate name."
1901 PY

1896 · 1897 · 1898 · 1899 · 1900 <- **1901** -> 1902 · 1903 · 1904 · 1905 · 1906

**1901 PY** was a pencil year that, on Earth, occurred on June 7th, 2023, along with 1900.

### Events

* The Graphitan government bans the use of Pencilcillin, the first recreational drug, developed the previous year.
* Tatoo artist Steve Sketchmore is born.
Fisher Society

The **Fisher Society** is an ancient nation that inhabits the area surrounding The Oasis on Crayola Island. It comprises many tribes, such as the Moyels.

### History

Around -400 PY, the first pencils settled along The Oasis and developed the Aahrdvati religion. Soon, fishing communities were scattered throughout the surrounding area. One of the key achievements of the Fisher Society was the engineering of an intricate system of irrigation canals. This enabled the cultivation of various crops. The abundance of the waters allowed them to thrive until the colonization of the island's center in the 800s. The Crayola Empire claimed the sea as their property, the Fisher Society was forced to flee to the forests. And without fish, over 80% of the population starved to death. The few who quickly adapted to eating berries and nuts established a functioning settlement. So by 900, they had become a nation of forest-dwellers.

All was peaceful until the late 900s, when many became aware of their history and fought for change. Activism in the streets of Spectrum City became increasingly common and in 1012, the government, exhausted from keeping the protesters out of the city, gave in. The Fisher Society received the eastern side of The Oasis to themselves, and were content. Later, in the 1600s, the exporting of fish to Graphitus and Marconessco Island greatly boosted their economy. Today, they are a flourishing country who have returned to their peaceful way of life.
Great Pencil War 4

The **Great Pencil War 4** (1682 - 1778) was the fourth major conflict on Graphitus. It was fought between the Western Coalition: Ticonderoga, Staedtler, Mechanicals, Bicland, and Bic Island, who emerged victorious, and the No. 2 Republic.

### Cause

Tensions from the recent Airship War and United Revolution eventually led to an all-out war. Around 9:00 AM, on September 9th, 1682, an organized mob of No. 2s marched eastward waving their guns and bombs up high. As they entered Staedtler territory, a watchtower reported the crowd to the government and took cover. Two groups of a few dozen armed soldiers were deployed, not realizing the unstoppable force of thousands they were facing. The troops retreated into Au Rihba. Footmen supported by cavalry and tanks rushed to Rally to defend the settlement. Though successful, this rerouted the mob onto a direct collision course with Lumograph, which was destroyed at 11:20 AM. The Staedtler Defense Program was then notified of 'a Class B Conflict at the northern border.' This gave them authorization to bomb the angry crowd, which had now gone into a frenzy. The pencils were told to leave immediately, but did not move, and so, an atomic bomb was dropped, vaporizing all its members. The No. 2 government was furious, and at 12:56 PM, war was declared.
Fort Altair

**Fort Altair** is a No. 2 naval base situated at Cape Altair. It serves as the headquarters for the No. 2's military operations performed at sea.

### History

Fort Altair began construction in 684 to house the No. 2's newly formed navy. However, it would not be until over 900 years later that it saw practical use at war. In 1643, the Airship War broke out. PaperMate claimed the fort as theirs, deploying dozens of ships in the Siege of Madisitown, during which blimps stationed at Madisitown spontaneously combusted, resulting in Madisi's surrender. Fort Altair was once again used during the Fourth Pencil War and Napolean War, in which its strategic position proved vital for the success of many naval attacks, including one at the historic Battle of Napoleous.

### Gallery

An illustration of a warship deployed from Fort Altair, created in 1645, during the Airship War.The No. 2's official navy badge of honor.
1735 PY

1730 · 1731 · 1732 · 1733 · 1734 <- **1735 PY** -> 1736 · 1737 · 1738 · 1739 · 1740

**1735 PY** was a pencil year that, on Earth, occurred on or slightly before April 10th, 2023.

### Events

#### Conflict

* The Fourth Pencil War continues to escalate with the Bombing of New Ticonderoga.

#### Natural

* The Gris-Lebuk Famine devastates the western Basalt Steppe.
Battle of Golf City

The **Battle of Golf City** was a bloody war that took place in Golf City in February of 869.

### About

The conflict arose when the No. 2s complained that Golf City was expanding into their territory and asked Ticonderoga to stop at once, but Ticonderoga refused. The No. 2s responded by deploying 500 armed soldiers to the border, again asking Ticonderoga to seize the city's growth. Despite the warning, Ticonderoga remained adamant in their decision and countered with around 600 footmen, 200 cavalry, and 50 cannons. They waited there for hours, only a mere two miles apart, until 10 minutes before midnight, when one No. 2's gun suddenly fired. Ticonderoga immediately bombarded the No. 2's position, initiating the war.

The battle continued for many days and nights as each side relentlessly deployed more reinforcements. However, the impact on the surrounding area was also devastating. Golf City was a major supplier of grain for New Ticonderoga and could not operate during the battle, leaving New Ticonderoga starving. Everything seemed hopeless, but then, mayor Rujalfarka Putchelva told all citizens to plant Southern Onions, which grew fast and could be harvested quickly. Under his leadership, the city managed to survive the ten day famine. Soon after, Ticonderoga and the No. 2s decided to make peace, with Ticonderoga agreeing to move Golf City south. The battle is remembered as a testament to the importance of strong resourcefulness in times of crisis.
Faber-Castell

**Faber-Castell** is a species of pencil and a minor Graphitan empire. It is situated in southern Bicland, northwest of Stencil, but south of the Basalta Triangle.

### History

Castellion, Faber-Castell's capital, began as a Ticonderogan city. However, in the late 8th century, it declared independence after merging with the nearby town of Hillford, forming a small nation. It was not until the construction of Ashbourne and Blue Fields during the booming Golden Era that Faber-Castell was officially regarded as an empire and key player in diplomacy and commerce.

### Settlements

* Castellion (capital)
* Ashbourne
* Blue Fields
* Northon
* Taedmorden
* Hillford (until 1110)
* Mason

### Tribes

Apart from its urban settlements, Faber-Castell encompasses several remote tribal communities, including the Bicell and Huntell.
Troy McWilliams

**Troy McWilliams** was a Madisan Navy captain and former convict.

### Life

In July of 2184, Dragustus, Madisi was struck by a blazing heatwave. It was in this month that Troy McWilliams was born, to a family of farmers in the Madisan countryside, which was peaceful in relation to the violent urban battlefield that was Madisitown. Growing up, Troy envied his brother, Kilroy, who he felt received all the attention in the family. On March 23rd, 2202, the mounting jealousy finally got to Troy, and he murdered Kilroy in cold blood at Jumanaka.

Troy admitted to the crime on the spot. For his honesty, in an unheard-of act of mercy, the judge sentenced Troy to a mere five years of imprisonment rather than the standard life sentence. Thus, Troy was released from Lanigar Penitentiary on June 1st, 2207. Since the Madisi government actually encourages past inmates to join the war effort, Troy decided to enlist in the Navy. Before long, he became captain of the ship *MES* *Sentinel*.

### Death

On December 23rd, 2208, Troy suffered severe spinal trauma while returning home from a naval clash. Troy was rushed to the ER, where doctors frantically taped him back together. It was revealed that Troy was now crippled and had terminal Pencilitis as a result of his injuries. Despite the doctors' best efforts to save him, Troy passed away on the night before Christmas Day.

### A Mastermind?

2 weeks following Troy's death, inspectors uncovered sketches of time machines at Troy's Madisitown apartment. However, in a subsequent resurvey of the room, the papers were nowhere to be seen. This has led many to believe that Troy was the Troy Prodigy referred to as "Troy the Mastermind".

### Gallery

Troy's mugshot.Troy in his wheelchair eight hours before his death. His scissor friend lays on his lap and Troy's spine injuries are evident.
Lee Dynasty

The **Lee Dynasty** was a Ticonderogan family of sorcerers that practiced the dark arts of cloning, teleportation, and telekinesis. They rose to power during the 300s and were overthrown by the Tosquarians during the Battle of Tosquaria in 637. They became extinct in 1366, with the death of the family's final member, Rosetta Lee, though their legacy lives on in the Lee Kingdom.

### Members

* Eachs Lee
* Bronco Lee
* Rosetta Lee
* Ticonio Lee
Peteus Tufirstitity Secondisecondidi Dadeeznutzi

**Peteus Tufirstitity Secondisecondidi Dadeeznutzi**, often shortened to **Peteus T.S.D.** or simply **P.T.S.D.**, was a notorious drug lord and high ranking and respected Barbarian known for selling over 50 million tons of Pencilcillin in a global smuggling network before finally being arrested in 1930. Peteus himself also claimed to have smoked children born of incest. Peteus spent the rest of his life at Lanigar Penitentiary, where he died in 1941.