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VidCam

**VidCam**, or **Ulfyub** as called on Graphitus, is online video sharing and social media platform headquartered in Ticonderoga City. It launched on February 24, 1705, by Torr Chun, Polska Nakashimer, and Rufus Stapell. It also has the second highest share value.

### History

VidCam quickly became the most visited website, with over 30 million monthly users, who collectively watch over one billion hours of videos each day. As of May 2186, videos were being uploaded at a rate of more than 600 hours of content per minute. Users may pay 80 Poks a month to subscribe to the site, which removes all advertisements and allows the viewing of some limited content. In 1884, the action film *5 Bullets* became the first full-length movie uploaded to VidCam and can only be watched by subscribers (though there are numerous pirated versions circulating on the Pencilnet).

### Trivia

* The first video uploaded to VidCam was *'a game of poolball'* by **i\_am\_anxious02**.
Unspoken Treaty

The **Unspoken Treaty**, also known as the **600 Year Treaty**, refers to the 639-year Graphitan period between the end of the Mech Wars, on May 11th, 811, and beginning of the Bunker War, on December 1st, 1450, during which no wars were declared, and minimal conflict occurred, at least compared to all other Graphitan history.

### Description

The Unspoken Treaty includes the Golden Era, Discovery Era, and Science Era. The term was coined in 1221 by philosopher Akelius Pontificus (In Numeronean '***Nu'tocte Elrifiti***'), while the "treaty" was still ongoing.
Profile Rocket

The **Profile Rocket** was a large Graphitan mechanical rocket and the first to land in foreign territory.

### About

The Profile Rocket stands as a remarkable achievement in the realm of Graphitan engineering and exploration. This pioneering mechanical rocket, designed to reach foreign territories, embarked on its historic journey on October 21, 1821, and made a groundbreaking landing on October 23 near the town of Srethfis in Glueland, just 2 miles off its intended target.

The construction of the Profile Rocket was a monumental endeavor that spanned over 15 years. While the initial design was completed in 1805, it required meticulous planning and the collaboration of brilliant minds from across the Graphitan nation. The project enlisted the support of renowned suppliers such as Pentel and PaperMate, who provided essential components and expertise.

The design of the Profile Rocket drew inspiration from the groundbreaking Horizon-B2, a previous innovation in aerospace engineering. The engineers and designers involved in the project studied the successes and challenges faced during the development of the Horizon-B2/ This cross-pollination of ideas and technological advancements led to a more robust and efficient rocket system.

The meticulous construction and assembly of the Profile Rocket involved the integration of various specialized parts. Graphitan craftsmen worked tirelessly to ensure that each component was meticulously manufactured and seamlessly fitted together. The construction process was a true testament to the unwavering dedication and meticulous attention to detail exhibited by the Graphitan engineers.

From the selection of the finest materials to the intricate assembly of propulsion systems and control mechanisms, every aspect of the Profile Rocket was carefully crafted. The engineering team, consisting of brilliant minds from diverse disciplines, worked in harmony to overcome technical challenges and refine the design to perfection. The result was a masterpiece of mechanical ingenuity that would forever change the course of Graphitan exploration.

The launch of the Profile Rocket marked a significant milestone in the history of Graphitan space exploration. Its successful touchdown opened up new frontiers and expanded the horizons of the Graphitan nation. This remarkable achievement not only showcased the prowess of Graphitan engineering but also ignited a spirit of adventure and exploration that would shape future endeavors in aerospace technology.

The Profile Rocket remains an iconic symbol of Graphitan innovation and determination. Its groundbreaking journey paved the way for further advancements in space exploration and inspired generations of aspiring scientists, engineers, and explorers to reach for the stars. The legacy of the Profile Rocket continues to captivate the imagination and stands as a testament to the indomitable spirit of human curiosity and ingenuity.
Voxelite

**Voxelite** was the third released Epsilonian programming language, after Instrux and InstruxPixel, capable of rendering 3D objects that can interact with each other in a dynamic environment. It was developed in 1884 by Tom Drevvy to run on the Hyperion, also made by him.

### Etymology

A voxel is each of an array of elements of volume that constitute a notional three-dimensional space, especially each of an array of discrete elements into which a representation of a three-dimensional object is divided; basically, a 3D pixel. The suffix -ite forms nouns, as in the case of 'appetite.'

### Syntax and UI

Voxelite is meant to be an easily readable language. Its console mode shares many features with Python, while its 3D editor resembles that of a game engine like Unity. Its formatting is visually uncluttered and often uses keywords where its predecessor, Instrux, used punctuation. Voxelite also allows the usage of semicolons to conjoin multiple statements on one line.

### Statements

Below are the primary statements in Voxelite, though dozens of others are available through various modules.

* The **IF** statement conditionally executes a block of code, along with else and else if.
* The **DO** statement repeats a block of code a specified number of times.
* The **FOR** statement iterates over an iterable, capturing each element to a local variable for use by the attached block.
* The **WHILE** statement executes a block of code as long as its condition is true.n
* The **FUNCTION** statement defines a function.
* The **BREAK** statement exists the current loop.
* The **QUIT** statement terminates the current script.
* The **=** statement creates a variable, assigning a name to the succeeding value.
* The **CREATE** statement creates the specified object at the desired position and with specified properties (example objects: bean, cube, pyramid, arch, dodecahedron, custom 3D model).

### Popular Modules

The import statement imports the specified module whose functions or variables can be used in the current program. Modules also have the ability to alter the language's syntax and statements. And users can pay to create their own modules which can be utilized by anyone. Below are the most used modules:

* **MATH**: Provides access to useful mathematical functions such as square root, floor and ceiling, absolute value, logarithm, sine, cosine, tangent, and more.
* **PHYSICS**: A physics engine based on Epsilon's physics.
* **EARTH PHYSICS**: A physics engine based on Earth's physics.
* **NEURAL NETWORKS**: Allows the usage of neural networks and deep learning.

### Games Made in Voxelite

* Art Wars
* World Wide Wrestling (WWW)

# Creates a "bean"-shaped player that can be moved using the arrow keys.
import physics
physics.gravity(True)
controls = ['up', 'down', 'left', 'right']
player = physics.bean((5, 10, 0), controls, '3rd side', (0, 0, 10))
ground = physics.rect\_prism((0, 0, 0), (50, 50, 5))

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Pencilton

The **Pencilton** family was a wealthy Ticonderogan family that inhabited Castellion and the Basalt Steppe.

### History

The Penciltons were first recorded in the 1140 census. They later became associated with the Lees after the marriage of Henry Pencilton and Rosetta Lee and dissolved into the Marksavius (Ticonderogan) and Rivbury (Staedtler) families during the late 17th century.

### Members

* Anna Pencilton
* Henry Pencilton
* Elisha Pencilton
* Markus Pencilton
* Nerffa Pencilton
* Magnus Pencilton
* Kavya Pencilton
PaperMate

**PaperMate** is a Graphitan nation and former No. 2 state.

### History

PaperMate was one of the six original No. 2 states, founded in 1210. It was named after the manufacturer of mechanical shells established in the region of the same name. In the 17th century, PaperMate defeated Madisi in the Airship War with the assistance of AmazonBasics, ForestChoice, and the naval base Fort Altair.

Then, with the outbreak of the Fifth Pencil War in 2100, PaperMate declared independence from the No. 2 Republic. Despite this, they were allied with each other in the war.

### Stats

PaperMate is the nation with the highest percentage of mechanicals in its population, besides the Mechanical Empire itself, with an astounding 42% of citizens being mechanicals. This is because PaperMate is the second-largest manufacturer of mechanical shells, behind Stencil's Pentel. Their shells are also twice as cheap.

### Gallery

A pack of four PaperMate mechanical shells.Clyde Tigro, mechanical king of PaperMate since 2186.
Subi Barrton

"*Just rub a little Necsam on it and I'm sure you'll be fine.*"

**Subi Barrton** (831 - 967) was a Weibo frontiersman and popularizer of many of the outdoor recreational activities that pencils enjoy today, including hiking, camping, and stargazing. He is also notable for venturing so far north that he became the first known Weibo to see the Muk Sus Region. However, Subi saw little human interaction for most of his life, becoming both lonely and illiterate during his later years.
Sunset Region

The **Sunset Region** is a region on Marconessco Island, situated northeast of the Muk Sus Region and north of Weiboa. It is inhabited by several thousand Sunset Pencils, who are responsible for balancing the time of sunset throughout Epsilon. This supernatural ability was discovered by Micon Park in 1765.
Storm Crusaders

**Storm Crusaders** is a Ticonderogan company that builds Tetrinomix Jets, the first Epsilonian aircraft capable of traveling faster than sound. It is owned by renowned pilot brothers Kurt and Stefen Teshire, who founded the business in 2101. They also purchased a large plot of land in Eastern Ticonderoga called Crescel, to test the performance of their jet models.

### Shadowland Incident

On September 27, 2103, coast guards stationed at Bic Island reported a Tetrinomix Jet zooming into a hazy, dark lilac fog, never to be seen again. After five days, a search and rescue team was dispatched to the area, but just like the first jet, they never returned. As such, the region west of the island has been dubbed 'the Shadowlands,' though in reality, the fog is the fine purple glitter released by Lilac Nebulas in eastern Handius during pollination, and the jets almost conclusively crashed into the ocean due to the lack of visibility.
No. 2 Republic

The **No. 2 Republic** or **United No. 2s**, formerly the **No. 2 Empire** until 1210, is a federation in northeastern Graphitus comprising numerous states. Additionally, it contains Cape Altair, the northernmost point on Graphitus.

### Rulers

* Hurley Nakashimer
* ...
* Riconia I
* Riconia II (after which the Riconian Depression was named)
* ...
* Sir Jothood I
* Sir Jothood II (Incumbent)

### States

* Madisi (until 1816)
* PaperMate (until 2100)
* Up and Up (until 2185)
* Staples
* Arteza
* AmazonBasics
* ForestChoice
* Prismacolor
* Valor
* Villa
* Crayola (state)
* Mirado
* Blaisdell
* Skoleblyanten
* Semi-Hex
* Technograph
* Oriole
* Gatsup
Rujalfarka Putchelva

**Rujalfarka Putchelva** was the first non-Ticonderogan mayor of New Ticonderoga (he was a Staedtler), ruling from 855 to 875. He is known for managing the city during the Battle of Golf City, which cut food supply for 10 days. Additionally, he was related to Epic Johnson and the ancestor of Dominique Putchelva.
Terko

**Terko** was a Ticonderogan scientist and inventor born in 252. He was known for partnering with other top scientists, such as with Paperius Matus to invent the printing press. He studied at Rally Institute, where he met his best friend Tesko. Additionally, he helped design Horizon-A1.

### Publications

* Stick in the Mud
* The Wobbly Effect: An Analysis
Palomino

The **Palominos** are a species of pencil that evolved from Ticonderogas. They formerly inhabited the region east of the Tri Lakes, but in 1904, their empire was conquered by the neighboring Basalta Triangle, after which many Palominos were held captive as prisoners of war.

### History

In 334, at the height of the Great Pencil War, builders working for the Palomino Architectural Company went on strike and demanded better working conditions and higher pay. To avoid bloodshed, Ticonderoga's government complied. But rather than staying to work, the Palominos left with the money to establish a new society, much like the No. 2s and Staedtlers before them. They settled along the Tri Lakes and established multiple fishing villages. Alongside southern civilization, the settlement grew and merged into Palomino City, their bustling capital (and since Palomino's defeat, it is now a Basaltan city).

Though their nation was initially anarchist, they soon began electing emperors to lead them to success. Their first emperor was Laurentien I, who began ruling in 810.

### Rulers

* Laurentien I
* Laurentien II (878 - 925)
* Mechno Graphtu II
* ...
Quova Vanderpen

**Quova Vanderpen** (834 - 912) was a Starean sculptor born in Field City. He is best known for sculpting The Drowning Pencil of Amono, a statue depicting a drowning pencil. After its creation in 864, it was stolen and smuggled to Sunsetta, where it was unearthed by miners in 1533, the final year of the Snow Cloud. He died from Grave Disease in 912.
Pencil Sharpener

A **pencil sharpener** is a tool that rotates a cutter around a pencil's tip to sharpen it. They may be operated manually or by an electric motor, and many have a removable casing to store shavings.

### Experience

Many pencils describe sharpening as enjoyable, enlightening, and therapeutic, rejuvenating the mind and calming the soul. However, though it can remove infections such as Discolorenoma, it rapidly ages pencils and may lead to Pencilitis.

### History

For thousands of years, pencils peeled each other with knives. The earliest depiction of sharpening was found in a cave painting at the Southern Cove, which was carbon dated to around 40,000 BP. However, in 1748, preserved million-year -old fully sharpened Graphonculi were unearthed, so it is likely that sharpening using natural materials is even older. Now the problem was that the knife method was inconsistent. So ambitious inventors around Penciland got to making a more effective device.

   Marconesscan innovator Pinica Ytrinski is credited with the invention of the earliest precise sharpener in 634. Although they allowed effective sharpening, pencils often got stuck, many were injured, and some died. Additionally, it required the assistance of another pencil to use. Over the decades, the model was upgraded several times. However, it was not until 841, when a Staedtler fisherman caught a damaged sharpener near present-day Junk Point, that they appeared on Graphitus. The contraption was thoroughly studied and in the 900s, the first prototypes were sold. Since then, its design has been perfected, and the development of electric sharpeners for self-sharpening in the 1100s has increased efficiency while reducing fatal accidents. Additionally, things have continued to progress with the popularization of public Sharpening Stations.
Sugar Day

**Sugar Day** is an annual holiday observed on January 10th where residents of each Graphitan settlement meet at a specified point, usually the town center, to throw colored sugar on themselves.

### Origins

On January 10, 418, General Obelron defeated a few bandits at Warhola. One of his soldiers picked up a nearby barrel. He intended to sit on it but tripped, instead dumping the sugar inside it on the general, which amused him. Somehow, it became a nationally recognized holiday and is celebrated across Graphitus.
Tesko Miller

**Tesko Miller**, born 255, was a blue Ticonderoga who was frozen in ice for over a thousand years. His discovery sparked the Science Era.

### Story

Childhood friends **Tesko** and Terko were only 16 and 19 when the Great Pencil War began. They and their families fled to Staedtler to avoid Ticonderogan taxes. They met at Rally Institute, and when Terko was 50, he embarked on his final project for a skiing license. During it, **Tesko** slid down a mountain and hit a rock, knocking him into the ice. Then, an avalanche crushed and buried him.

When Terko heard of his friend’s death, he was devastated and published his book ‘Stick in the Mud,’ a biography of **Tesko**’s life. **Tesko** was frozen until a group of hikers found and dug him up on May 20th, 1323. His body and memories were fully preserved. How he survived has stumped scientists, but the most plausible theory is he fell into Permafrost Ice, which is being used to develop cryopods.

Tesko died on May 12, 1388 of natural causes.
Stencil

**Stencil** is a Ticonderogan urban sprawl and the capital of Graphitus. It is known for its architectural grandeur, much of which predates even the Climate War.

### Origins

In the months following the Great Pencil War, leaders from each nation met on Star Plateau to discuss and consider ways to repair the devastation. Gradually, farmers began cultivating the fertile plains below and the town of **Stencil** sprouted by 384. It grew into a bustling marketplace and was soon declared Graphitus' capital, in 388.

### Layout

Stencil is a walled city with 37 neighborhoods surrounding a central plaza. Though much of the older neighborhoods are filled with graffiti, there have been efforts to repair the damage, including the Muralton Project, in which students painted murals over the vandalism. The furthest reaches of Stencil's suburbs stretch until under two miles from Ticonderoga, which provoked a conflict between their governments in the 1420s.

### Contents

* Pencil Institute of Medicine
* Skyreach Peak
* Red Bank
* Ucoke Academy

### Government

Stencil's government comprises a mayor, city council, and various departments. The mayor is elected every five years and can serve a maximum of four terms. They are responsible for setting the city's policy, managing its budget, and appointing department heads. The city council comprises one elected representative from each neighborhood and is responsible for making laws, setting taxes, and overseeing departments. The departments, including police, fire, sanitation, and public works, enforce laws, respond to emergencies, and maintain roads and parks. The government has made many controversial decisions including:

* Introducing a tax on sugary drinks, 783 (lifted a few years later)
* Replacing major roads with highways, during the 800s and 900s
* Raising property taxes 25%, 1171
* Restricting firearms in public places, 1338 (a result of the Stencil Robberies)
* Replacing all roads with highways in 2104
Tyler Sandrews

**Tyler Sandrews** was a highly influential pencil and the second-longest to ever live, behind Epic Johnson, living for an astounding 264 years, long enough to see the Ticonderogan Plague (10th century), Great Western Trade (11th century), and to read The Pencillia (12th century).

### Early Life

On April 26th, 928, Tyler was born in Fraxburg to a family of skilled carvers. From a young age, he dreamt of a world free of war, disease, pain, and death. At the young age of 43, he attended the Trojian Rally, where he met his idol, Trojian Kandoor. Tyler participated in several other nonviolent protests, and at 85, gave a famous speech and established the Anti-Discrimination Association (ADA). He then appeared on national television, where he spoke about his ambitious plans to expand this organization. At 115, assassin Julian Sieu gave Tyler Ophogian Discolorenoma, marking the beginning of the Sieu Massacre. However, he quickly recovered thanks to his constant medical supervision.

### Death

Tyler was pronounced dead on May 29th, 1192, the day after hiking into a forest near modern-day Junk Point with his good friend Woody. According to Woody, a Stapler snapped Tyler's back in half. His body was never found.

### Legacy

Tyler was a hero to pencils of all species. A few months after his death, his birthdate, April 26th, was declared a national holiday; Sandrews Day. A few years later, a new neighborhood in Ticonderoga was named after him; the Sandrews District.
Wanglip Square

**Wanglip Square** is a large and bustling plaza in central Ticonderoga City.

### Origins

The first depictions of **Wanglip Square** date back to the 600s, in ancient inscriptions a few miles from the city border. Over the centuries, there have been many sketches of its expansion, including the addition of **Wanglip Bridge** and **Kojavak Statue**. George Bethal also supposedly visited and painted it, but his artwork is undiscovered and likely lost to time.

### Tourism

With over eight million annual visitors, **Wanglip Square** comprises roughly 17% of Ticonderoga's income, 14% of its population, and 11% of its footprint.
No. 2

The **No. 2s** are a common but fragile species of pencil.

### About

The No. 2 Republic is an ancient, powerful, and influential nation on Graphitus. After diverging from the Ticonderogas, their language and culture rapidly evolved. The nearby Corrupted Forest provides an abundance of timber and HB is the largest pencil-manufacturing city in Penciland.

### Origins

The **No. 2 Revolution** began with the creation of the HBMX religion in 234. Many of its followers wanted to wear orange and silver instead of yellow and green, but this upset Dixon's rulers, devout followers of Dixonosoft. Protesters called the **No. 2s** complained about Dixon’s restrictive laws, but after several warnings, they were exiled.

After their exile from Dixon, the **No. 2s** settled near a freshwater oasis in an otherwise scorching desert. They divided themselves into various professions. Builders constructed wooden huts and a church, hunters speared animals for food and leather, foragers searched for precious water-containing cacti and camels for transportation, and houseworkers cleaned, cooked, and nurtured children. Their diets consisted of bread, corn, and bull, scorpion, and insect meat as that was all the barren climate provided.

The thriving town was named HB (Hurley’s Bunker) after their leader, Hurley Nakashimer. A grand palace was assembled for him and his family. With Hurley's help, the No. 2 Empire expanded its borders and increased its influence throughout the third century.
Ticonderogan Institute of Graphite

The **Ticonderogan Institute of Graphite** or **TIOG** is a very old college located in central Ticonderoga.

### History

With funding from the Ticonderogan government, **TIOG** was constructed in 259 to educate citizens about pencil manufacturing and graphite extraction. During the Great Pencil War, many Ticonderogans found refuge within the large building. Postwar, several buildings were added to teach various other subjects, including reading, writing, physics, chemistry, biology, and alchemy. Additionally, Terko graduated from **TIOG** during the Industrial Era. Since then, two floors and twenty six buildings have been built, with a massive Pencilball field, the famous Ticonderogan Fountain, and it shares a border with Wanglip Square for hungry students.

### Trivia

* **TIOG** was the first college to specialize in researching and analyzing graphite.
Pencil Market

The **Pencil Market** is the Graphitan version of the stock market. It was established in 1944 and is currently dominated by technology and real estate companies.

### Companies with highest total share values

* Hyperion Inc (112 million Poks)
* VidCam (72M)
* Pencillian Properties (55M)
* Artsy Acres (46M)
* GraphiTech (41M)
* NurogiTech (32M)
* PencilVision (27M)
* HB Homes (22M)
* HB Times (19M)
Talfyrn Line

The **Talfyrn Line** is an out of service but historic railroad in Burydale, Glueland that ran for 16 miles (26 km), from OjalÍng to Srêþfis.

### Name

The origin of the railroad's name is uncertain. It may refer to the hamlet of Talfyrn, which was located 2 miles from its western terminal, or it may come from Talfyrn Lighthouse, near which its first station was built.

### History

Slate quarrying began in the hills above Srethfis in the early 1200s, with the construction of Wynn Idwall Quarry less than a mile from the town. Then the outbreak of the Second Vesuvian War in 1261 cut off the supply of cotton to mills in northern Glueland. As a result, mill owners were forced to look for new business opportunities to capitalize on. One such owner was Gärth Kêɭan of Willowfield who bought the quarry and surrounding land for an amount equivalent to around $120 USD. Garth focused on providing accessible rail transport for the isolated quarry by hiring farmers to work as railroaders and blasters to clear out rock for tunnels.

By 1266, the railroad had five stations, including the major trading post Omö Yâras. Garth negotiated with local landowners to run his railroad through their property and by 1268, it was complete. Talfyrn became the busiest railroad in Burydale and thrived for the next 250 years, supplying thousands of tons of goods and transporting over 8,000 people, including Yeeler the Great and his soldiers as they traveled to Willowfield to fight. However, the invention of cars and electric bullet trains in the late 1400s rendered the railroad mostly futile. Much of the track has since been replaced by roads and highways but some parts have been preserved as a tourist attraction and historical site.
Rally

**Rally** was the first settlement built by the Staedtlers, in 225.

### History

In 225, radical rebels fled Dixon and established Rally in a snowy taiga. They assembled a wooden wall to keep out wolves and bears, harvested wood, hunted rabbits, and foraged for berries. There they devised the name 'Staedtlers' and designed their flag, which persists to this day. The town flourished with the construction of Rally Institute, one of the earliest schools, in 260. Then, in 271, the Great Pencil War arrived. The Staedtlers allied with the No. 2s to overpower Ticonderoga, which proved successful. In fact, no fighting occurred on Staedtler soil during the 109-year conflict. This trend continued until 2169, in the midst of the Fifth Pencil War, when Rally was captured by the Madisi Empire. Rally remains under Madisan control to this day.

### See also

* Ghost Rallies
* Orally
Paper

**Paper** is a thin sheet material with various applications.

### Overview

Paper is produced by mechanically or chemically processing cellulose fibres derived from wood, rags, grasses or other vegetable sources in water, draining the water through fine mesh leaving the fibre evenly distributed on the surface, followed by pressing and drying. It has many uses, in writing, printing, painting, graphics, signage, design, packaging, decorating, and cleaning. Paper products include toilet paper, books, cartons, and egg boxes.

### History

During the Industrial Era, Paperius Matus invented paper using papyrus to create yellowish scrolls.
Nurembergs

The **Nurembergs** were the first pencil species to develop a language and society on Graphitus.

### Origins

Millions of years ago, volcanic eruptions formed a supercontinent of basalt. Fireballs rained from the sky, producing a spectacular fireworks display. The first pencils emerged from the ashes and found shelter in caves. Gradually, the barren inferno became a diverse ecosystem. Tectonic shifts and earthquakes slowly split the landform into smaller islands, separating pencils into multiple civilizations.

For centuries, pencils were nomads; expert foragers, hunters, and fishers. On Graphitus, the Nurembergs revolutionized civilization. They invented irrigation, mined graphite, manufactured pencils, and devised a written language. They also dug clay from a nearby river and baked it into bricks. With it, they assembled towering monuments, which became Dixon.

Eventually, some pencils became tired of Dixon’s primitive village life, so they journeyed eastward and settled in a large grassland, founding the grand city of Ticonderoga. One of its residents, Ai Craftsman, developed Poks. However, Dixon remained dominant due to their surplus of graphite, so they traded it for Poks and food. Around this time, pencils were creating new religions, such as HBMX. **For more information, see No. 2s.**
Noman I

"And **Noman I** wasn't a good ruler. While he did make the right decisions and made the Weibo's rich, he also killed thousands."

- The Weibo Monarchy

**Noman I** (312 - 386) was the fourth Weibo king, ruling from 325 to 345. He was known for being cruel and merciless in his judgement. When a group of sailors discovered Noman Archipelago, he named it after himself.
Snow Cannon

**Snow Cannons** are mobile cannons primarily used during the Climate War and occasionally during the later pencil wars. They rapidly fire massive piercing icicles that could level buildings instantly and had significant range, which made it hard for the Ticonderogans to retaliate during the Clash of 521.
Toikana

**Toikana** is the second most popular religion on Graphitus, behind HBMX.

### History

**Toikana** is named after the **Toikana Tribe**, Ticonderogan rebels who founded the religion in the early Industrial Era. They continued to thrive until their homeland, in present-day Bicland, was decimated by the Staedtler Bombing. Under 600 **Toikanas** remain, yet over 22% of Graphitus’ population follows their religion.
Stencil Robberies

The **Stencil Robberies** were a series of armed bank robberies in Stencil that occured in the summer of 1337, including the famous sabotage of the Red Bank laser system to steal the Araminta Gem. Across Graphitus, they resulted in violence and the eventual requirement of a license to own a firearm.
Quantum Transference Theory

The **Quantum Transference Theory** is a theory stating that it is possible to transfer objects between dimensions, the existences of which were later proved by Micon Park. It was first theorized in a famous paper by Dr. Alethea Carbonius in 1418. Though the theory remains highly speculative, it has sparked intense scientific debates and imaginative predictions for the future.

## Proof

The following proof, devised by Alethea Carbonius, assumes that an object can be reconstructed if its original composition is known.

Let’s assume that we have a tesseract, which is a four-dimensional hypercube. We can imagine it as a cube within a cube, where each vertex of the outer cube is connected to the corresponding vertex of the inner cube by a line segment. The tesseract has 16 vertices, 32 edges, 24 square faces, and 8 cubic cells.

Now, let’s consider the inverse-square law. It states that the intensity of radiation passing through any unit area (directly facing the point source) is inversely proportional to the square of the distance from the point source. This law applies when some force, energy, or other conserved quantity is evenly radiated outward from a point source in three-dimensional space.

We can extend this law to four-dimensional space by considering the tesseract as a point source. If we assume that each vertex of the tesseract emits energy in all four dimensions, then we can apply the inverse-square law to transfer objects between dimensions.

For example, let’s say we want to transfer an object from our three-dimensional world to another dimension. We can place the object at one of the vertices of the tesseract and let it emit energy in all four dimensions. The energy will spread out in all directions and create a field around it. If we place another tesseract in the other dimension and align it with the field created by the first tesseract, then we can transfer the object to that dimension.
Obamium

**Obamium** is a material found only on planet Amogia of the Sussiverse in extremely small quantities. OhSusman is known to create it to increase the supply. Despite this, he has not distributed it to Amogia or any part of it, for that matter.

## Uses

**Obamium** is a material most commonly found in use in certain anuclear WMMUSNDs capable of obliterating galaxies. When detonated using unknown materials, it releases a shockwave that spans the entirety of most galaxies, which then explodes with the force of 10,422.777777771 supernovae.

## Ethicality

**Obamium** is not, in any way, an ethical form of weaponry. It is capable of destroying galaxies, and thus every lifeform within them. It should not be used under any and all circumstances.[1]
Tri Lakes

The **Tri Lakes** are three similar-sized lakes located in Bicland, southwest of Junk Point. The region is celebrated for its ecological diversity and the abundance of flora and fauna that call it home. The lakes and surrounding hills provide habitats for hundreds of species of plants, fish, birds, and insects.

### History

The history of the Tri Lakes can be traced back to ancient times, over 2,000 years ago, when the Bicells settled around Lake Azure, the largest of the three lakes. They recognized the lakes' significance as a reliable source of freshwater and fish, which sustained their agricultural and fishing-based economy. The Bicells pioneered innovative fishing techniques and employed traditional methods to harvest fish from the lakes, ensuring a steady food supply for their community.

Historical records from the 4th century highlight the Bicells' use of various woven fishnets, each tailored for different types of fish. This practice allowed them to efficiently harvest fish, shellfish, and kelp from the lakes and support their growing population. Similarly, before their extinction, the Talla found solace and sustenance in the Tri Lakes. Their history intertwines with the lakes, with archaeological findings revealing remnants of ancient fishing tools and artifacts near the lakeshore.

The Palominos, another local tribe, also flourished nearby. During the 6th century, they utilized the lakes' diverse plant life surrounding the lakes for medicinal purposes and incorporated various aquatic resources into their cultural practices and ceremonies. For instance, white seashells were regarded as sacred and were to be stored in the "Box of Holy" at the Palomino town center.

Throughout the centuries, the Tri Lakes have played a pivotal role in shaping the culture and livelihoods of the local communities in Bicland. The lakes' ecological diversity and the abundance of wildlife have sustained generations of pencils, fostering a deep appreciation for the natural resources that they provide. Today, the lakes continue to be treasured as vital ecosystems and serve as a testament to the harmonious relationship between pencils and nature in the region.
Staples

**Staples** is a No. 2 state named after the wires injected by Staplers. In 1304, the revolutionary Voidian Satellite was launched in Staples, but it was destroyed by space debris in 1355. Additionally, a manufacturer of mechanical pencils called ElectroWave was based here before merging into Pentel in 1420. Staples had a population of over 600,000 as of 1970.
Tape

**Tapes** were an unintelligent, weak and rude species of Artimals that eventually evolved into the significantly more intelligent and friendlier Glues that can be found on Epsilon to this day. They are extinct thanks to their lack of strength or intelligence.

### Biology

The biology of Tapes is currently unknown, aside from their apparent adhesivity and thin bodily structure. The only reason anyone knows that the Tapes were unintelligent, rude and weak is the scrolls found inside the Glutious Temple that told of fascinating events, some long before the death of the Tapes, and others that detailed the behavior of the Tape species. The temple also states that the tapes were on average roughly 3.5 inches tall, making them the smallest herbivores to have lived on Epsilon.

### History

Tapes were rude, yet feeble herbivorous creatures that attacked anything in their sight without remorse. Usually, however, they would lose these fights as they could not fight back. Despite the aggressiveness of the Tapes, they were still farmed due to their nutritious plastic. They once gathered their entire local species and jumped into a volcano that was close to erupting. Once they began to fall in, it is said that they were catapulted out at terminal velocity as the volcano erupted mid-fall. If this story is true, the Tapes must have still been extant after the last ice age, around 9,000 BP, since there was no significant volcanic activity before this.

### Trivia

* Before other intelligent life evolved, the Tapes ruled Epsilon and built crude yet large structures out of mud and straw. Eventually, however, the tapes' herbivory caught up to them and they soon reverted to unintelligent status, much like the farm animals of the present Epsilon, except roaming free in the wild.
* Tapes are the only species on Epsilon to not have fully recorded biology and history stats.
NurogiTech

**NurogiTech**, founded in 899, is a company that aims to "demolish language barriers and establish a global community of unity." Its most famous device, the **NurogiTalk**, has faced three redesigns over the years, but can now accurately translate over 85 languages, including ancient ones such as Dixonius and obscure dialects such as that of the Shisharadu indigenous tribe Okepi.
Sieu Massacre

The **Sieu Massacre** was a brutal assassination attempt performed by serial killer Julian Sieu that occurred in Ticonderoga City on February 26, 1043. Julian kidnapped activist Tyler Sandrews and smeared liquified graphite on his skin, infecting him with Discolorenoma. But somehow, a mutation occurred, increasing the potency of the disease and generating a new strain known as Ophogian Discolorenoma. And since Tyler was unconscious during the operation, he unknowingly spread Discolorenoma to his friends and family, eventually resulting in a continent-wide pandemic that killed at least 500,000 pencils, and the growth of which was further boosted by the coinciding Great Western Trade. Despite this, Tyler managed to recover from the illness, so the attempted murder was unsuccessful.
Vesuvians

The **Vesuvians** are the sole surviving race of glues. Their empire spans all of Glueland and the eastern Mainland and is the only Epsilonian nation that spans multiple continents.

### Settlements

* Teross (capital)
* Srêþfis
* Kood
* Ygwa

### Rulers

* Meti I
* Meti II
* Mvrica the Great
* Meti III
* Meti IV
* ...
* Rob I
* Rob II
* ...
* Musu Musu I
* Musu Musu II
* Musu Musu III
* Musu Musu IV
* Musu Musu V
Printing Press

A **Printing Press** is a mechanical device for applying pressure to an inked surface resting upon a print medium (such as paper or cloth), thereby transferring the ink. It marked a dramatic improvement on earlier printing methods in which the medium was brushed or rubbed repeatedly to achieve the transfer of ink and accelerated the process. Used for mass producing all kinds of text, the invention and spread of the printing press is often considered the most influential event of the Industrial Era.

### Invention

One day Terko was working in his lab. As he was walking to the kitchen to prepare some food, he tripped, knocking over a bottle of ink and spilling it onto a fallen piece of paper (which at the time had only been invented by his good friend Paperius Matus 2 years earlier). Terko fell onto the paper and was now covered in ink. He thought to himself, "What a mess!" but then he came up with a brilliant idea. He realized that this situation could be applied to the mass production of text. By pressing a dry paper down on an inked one, he could transfer one paper's imprint onto the other.

Terko immediately got to work, sketching the contraption and assembling it over the following months, with the assistance of Paperius Matus. When it was finally complete, he was thrilled to show the machine to his colleagues. When Mechron Bic saw what Terko had done, he famously said "Terko's brilliance will be spoken of in awe by our descendants for generations to come," a prediction which turned out to be correct.

### Steam-Powered Press

For centuries, the design of the printing press remained unchanged, besides a gradual increase in material and paper quality. But everything changed in 1178, when engineer Thomas Tankgin invented the steam-powered printing press, which sped up the transfer process by over 10 times and allowed the creation of millions of paper copies each day. Using the breakthrough, a friend group founded Ticonderoga News, now the largest newspaper company on Graphitus.
Woody

**Woody** (1012 - 1245) was the nickname of a former chief of the Wooden tribe based in Dixon. He was famous for his muscles and leadership, able to bench press over 5 lb (2.3 kg), more than triple the average! He also lived extremely long, a remarkable 233 years (nearly as much as Tyler!) without any mechanical life extension.
Pencils

On Earth, **Pencils** are instruments used for writing and drawing. On Epsilon, pencils are creatures inhabiting the continental group of Penciland. They come in many distinct species, all of which evolved from Graphonculi around 50,000 years ago.

## Anatomy

### Wood

All non-mechanical pencils have a thick body made of wood to protect their graphite though the color of their outer coating varies between species. Inscribed in each pencil's wood is its species and birthplace, as well as a unique ID that is often utilized to identify criminals.

### Graphite

A pencil's graphite is where all its bodily functions occur, such as digestion through a tiny stomach. A pencil's brain is located at the visible tip of its graphite, along with its microscopic eye, nose, ear, mouth, and taste buds. Pencils also possess a thick wooden body that protects their graphite (or at least is supposed to 💀), while the color of their outer coating varies between species.

### Eraser

Erasers are the life source of a pencil, serving much like a human heart except not nearly as fragile. They are connected to the body by a Ferrule, also known as a pencil's shoe. The length and apparent damage of an eraser can provide insight into the estimated remainder of a pencil's lifespan and potential health issues. As such, the Eraser Method was developed.

### Self-care

Pencils can take care of themselves by sharpening daily, a therapeutic experience that heals most injuries and ensures they look neat and professional. They do not have skin cells or emit bodily odors, so they do not need to bathe (doing so would also damage their wood over time though some pencils do enjoy swimming).

## Compared to Humans

### Advantages

* Despite the origin of the pencil civilization occurring in the human month of April, 2022, the pencils are already more technologically advanced than us in many ways. This is because Epsilonian years occur 730 times faster than on Earth (as such, it is past 2200 PY for the pencils).
* Pencils' eyes, ears, stomachs, etc. actually regenerate rapidly if lost through sharpening or injury, which makes them quick at recovering from wounds but not so much from infections like Discolorenoma or fractures like Pencilitis.

### Weaknesses

* Pencils possess an average IQ of 90 while the human average is around 100. Additionally, pencils have poor memory as they cannot store a lot of information in their tiny brains. As such, they fail at sticking to long-term goals and typically only remember the most important moments of their lives.
* Pencils have a single eye, which makes them poor at accurately tracking moving objects, judging distances, and perceiving depth.

## See also

* List of Pencil Species
* List of Notable Pencils
Pok

The **Pok**, represented by ℙ, is the standard currency of Graphitus and Bic Island.

### Invention

In 134, blacksmith Ai Craftsman, one of the first Ticonderogans, wanted to trade some of his graphite for wool at the market. However, he found that raw jagged ore was difficult to transport, so he forged some into a lightweight rounded coin. He brought the coin to the local merchant, who was intrigued by the concept. And so, Ai began mass-producing them at his workshop and gave them to his friends. As demand skyrocketed, so did Ai's employees. Ticonderoga quickly grew into a bustling commercial hub as Poks were exchanged with Dixon for food and building materials, fueling both cities' economies. In the following centuries, the use of Poks became increasingly widespread throughout not only Ticonderoga, but all of Graphitus.

However, with the rise of the Black Market in the late 600s, counterfeit Poks became a major problem. Criminal organizations began producing fake Poks using inferior materials, causing a decline in their value and leading to a rise in inflation. The Graphite Guild, a now defunct syndicate of graphite traders, responded by implementing traces of specialized materials and markings to distinguish real Poks from fakes. Despite these efforts, forged Poks and illegal transactions continue to circulate, making it hard for legitimate businesses to operate and undermining the economy's stability.

### Design

The Pok initially contained only Dixonian text reading 'Poke Graphitum Bential,' or 'Official Graphitan Pok.' However, at the end of the Climate War, the Pok gained a flower motif, representing the hope and resilience of the Graphitan citizens after the devastating war. Many feared that Graphitus would never fully recover but continued to believe in the leadership of their rulers. Thanks to the pencils' determination, society emerged stronger than ever before and continues to flourish to this day.

### Composition

**Poks** are small, lightweight, and silver-colored coins. Until the 800s, they were made solely from graphite.

* Graphite - 70%
* Bronze - 16%
* Nickel - 9%
* Zinc - 3%
* Other - 2%
Up and Up

**Up in Up** is a tiny nation situated east of Basalta and west of Madisi. It participated in the GPWV and was formerly a small No. 2 state, until 2185.

### History

Up and Up was founded in 2069 by lumberjack Vom Slater, also its first governor. From 2070 to 2072, Slater allied with Madisi and joined the Vom War, a cold war against Stencil. Up and Up continued to flourish until 2138, when Madisi, hungry for power, turned against the state and annexed it. By 2185, the Uppians were fed up, declaring independence under the leadership of Slater Jr. That summer, they massacred over 3,000 Madisis in the famous Napoleous Massacre.
Ticonio Lee

**Ticonio Lee** (1290 - 1364) was a renowned author and veteran of the Turnip War. Him and his sister Rosetta were the final members of the Lee Dynasty.

### Life

Ticonio was born in Ticonderoga City in 1290, a time of peace throughout Graphitus. But aged 20, he was conscripted into the army to fight during the unexpected Turnip War, the brutality and cruelty of which left him, along with thousands of other soldiers, traumatized for the rest of his life. He would often have nightmares of the conflicts and wake up in terror. However, Ticonio was highly educated. He studied for 2 years at Golf Academy before majoring in both English and History at TIOG. According to a 1327 interview, he looked up to Mark Robertson, who he said always inspired him to do his best.

### Publications

Ticonio published several influential works, most notably the *Rise of the Pencils* history textbook series, which he wrote with his sister Rosetta. The textbooks were used in classrooms continentwide and are still being updated and used to this day to continue the siblings' inspirational legacy. Ticonio also wrote and illustrated a series of picture books about a Gwrat who will do anything to eat some Southern Onions.