Qamari

## History

Born and raised in a small desert town outside the realms of Iaddithis, RRoman had to experience the downfall of his beloved homeland, The Sultanate of Chak. Chak fell following a ritual which evaporated roughly half it's citizens from the lands including the Lord of the east. This disparity left the Chak emperor within the west in despair, causing him to drink himself to death. Historians conclude that civil unrest regarding who was rightful heir to Chak, combined with a prolonged drought which caused a famine within the lands eventually lead to the death and fall of the Empire. Following this, RRoman managed to escape as the sole survivor of Chak and took up a nomadic lifestyle where for 957 years he wandered alone, in solitude from any further conflicts. However, RRoman suffered a terrible accident which resulted in the decay of his mind, clearing himself from all his past memories. Immediately following his injury RRoman sought refuge in the legendary Metropolis of Albia known as Nova Domus where he chose to remain for some time. Here he was gifted with everything he needed to thrive in his new life. After some time spent in Albia, RRoman had become a respectable political figure and continued to develop the Nation alongside it's founding fathers. Despite Albia's hospitality, RRoman had an instinctive yearning to feel sand beneath his feet again. After a long search, He managed to find a desert located in the south-east of Iaddithis. Here he founded Al Janubia and began to build up the land in the name of Albias expansion to the south. However, following the horrific war of Albia and its eventual demise, RRoman knew there would be no future for his lands should he remain an Albian territory. With that, he declared for independence and the Qamari Sultanate was born. Today, he is the first ever Sultan of the Qamari and continues to rule over the sands with a goal of reviving his ancient culture and achieving inner peace.

Following the horrors witnessed in the Albian war, RRoman was struck with a vision for the future of his land, one of stability, elegance, harmony, where people of all different backgrounds would be welcomed and united. A place of peace, progression, art and beauty. With this vision in mind, RRoman continued to mold the desert into the Nation he desired. Eventually RRomans efforts began to attract outsider attention and DarkIceMagic, a famous cartographer, asked to move in and became Qamari's first citizen. Shortly thereafter Qamari would be blessed by its second citizen, TCSLeo, A formidable builder who can be viewed as one of Qamaris Guardians of Beauty. Together, the three of them continued to develop and expand Al Janubia into the magnificent capital of the Qamari Sultanate. Today in light of new residents, economical success and the construction of new establishments, the Qamari Sultanate continues to grow and develop as one of the leading nations in Iaddithis.

## Lore

On the first day of the Qamari Sultanates independence, a full moon was present within the night sky directly above the desert. Thus, RRoman christened the nation the "Qamari Sultanate", derived from the arabic word "Qamar" (Arabic: قمر) meaning "Moon". As such, the Qamari people often affiliate themselves as people of both the sand and the moon.

An archaeologist site beneath the sands outside the Royal Palace revealed ancient ruins left over from past settlers in the desert. Following investigation from historians and mason's alike, it is believed the ruins are left over from a civilization who also referred to themselves as the people of Q'mari. Further investigation resulted in the discovery of an ancient tomb beneath the Qamari Royal Palace. Ancient inscriptions and documents from the time were found within the Western ruins which appear to detail the history of the settlement. From these writings, it is believed that this Empire once connected both deserts of the south and was ruled by a man known as Emperor Rakh Q'mari, with his brother ruling the east as Lord Nayal Q'mari. These people also held a close affiliation to the Moon which resulted in their Alias as the "Q'mari's". However, the popularity of the Moon in eastern specific inscriptions and architecture lead historians to believe it's influence was far more formidable in the Eastern desert than the Western one. Nayal Q'mari's diary was discovered in which he speaks of an experimental ritual he kept hidden from his brother. Following the day of the ritual the diary remains empty. Western documentation indicates that the remaining people believed this ritual as the cause of the disappearance of those form the East. Historical indicators after this time period become scant as the integrity of the Ancient civilization appeared to dwindle, however it seems the remaining ruler, Rakh Q'mari, died due to alcohol poisoning a few years after the death of his brother and was buried in the tomb located beneath the Royal Palace. Among the final recordings from this civilization during its last few months detail a ban on alcohol consumption, civil uprest, rumours of a military coup and evidence of a wide-spread famine.

## Territories

Qamari territory includes the Southern Desert, the Western Desert, The Savannah Biome and all land in-between.

**Al Janubia (Capital) (Blue):** Located in the southern centre of the western Desert, Al Janubia was the first settlement built in Qamari and functions as it's capital. Notable locations include the Royal Palace, Marketplace, House of the Royal Council, The National Cartography Institute and various historical landmarks such as the ruins and Rakh's tomb. Currently has a population of 13.

**Tarout (Green):** Located in the southern Desert, Tarout was the second settlement built in Qamari and functions as the Nations Port city and economic heart. Notable locations include the Town Hall, Marketplace, Boulevard and Casino. Currently has a population of 3. Current Tarout mayor: ItsFlesokey

## Government

### Supreme Judge

ItsFlesokey

The Qamari Sultanate is an absolute Monarch governed by a single Sultan. A Royal Council comprised of Royal Secretaries is elected by the Sultan to aid in the ruling of the nation. This Royal Council is the highest Gremium of the Nation and is comprised of five positions overseeing Infrastructure, Trade, Immigration, Culture and Defense. A Royal Supreme Judge is also elected as the highest Court of the Nation and oversees all legislative and criminal matters in relation to the Royal Qamari Code. The role of the Royal Council is to advise the Sultan over matters which may be Political, Legislative, or Non-Political in nature. All decisions and matters proposed by the Royal Council can only be followed through if approved by the Sultan himself, and the Sultan retains the authority to veto any decision proposed by the Council members. Mayors of Towns within the Qamari Sultanate have the same status as Royal Secretaries, but they can only partake in the Royal Council during matters which involve or implicate their Town. Further information on the Qamari Royal House and responsibilities of each position can be read here.

## Political History

When founded, Qamari was a neutral, semi-isolationistic nation with a strong emphasis on culture as opposed to military alignment. However, with Qamari's growth and prosperity came an increase in conflict and attention from outsiders and bandits. This harassment eventually pushed Qamari to break its neutrality and on the 10th of February, 2022, Qamari officially declared its first alliance with The Moodies.

### The One Hour War: The dissolvement of the Imperial Federation

On the 7th of February, 2022, The Imperial Federation (Leaders: AgaJabrail, ioskifkorop, Hemanoid) along with the Third Imperium (Leader: Wabbit\_01) and The Moodies, formally declared war on the Qamari Sultanate. Following this declaration, The Imperial Federation and Third Imperium faced counter war declarations from the Nations of Legalitas and The Constidel. It was later revealed that The Moodies were acting as spies and withdrew from the war effort immediately following declaration.

Following this retaliation, Wabbit\_01 and ioskifkorop withdrew their nations from the war. Immediately after this, the war was officially cancelled and The Imperial Federation disbanded.

The cause of the One Hour War can be attributed to the growing tensions between the Kingdom of Tengri and The Qamari Sultanate. Citizens of Tengri had been known to previously harass those in Qamari. Following The Disaster Wedding, The Imperial Federation had attempted to act as mediators for the conflict, despite Qamari's wishes for them not to. Qamari retaliated by outlawing the Kingdom of Tengri's Leader. Wabbit\_01 had sensed these tensions and proposed the war to The Imperial Federation, citing that he wanted to conquer Qamari for his own Nation and viewed it as "weak" due to its lack of military power. These actions would be what caused Qamari to break its neutrality.

### Qamari's Retaliation: The Assault on the Third Imperium

Following the One Hour War and Wabbits attempts at annexing Qamari, in addition to his previous hostility towards other states among the server, The Moodies formally declared war on The Third Imperium on the 10th of February, 2022. The Qamari Sultanate, The Potato Empire, The Savoian Empire and The Fellowship of Commerce all joined The Moodies in opposition of Wabbit and to provide aid to their allies in times of need.

The Qamari military quickly began to materialize a Royal Armory for preparation of the war, additionally, Qamari spies managed to infiltrate Wabbit's military ranks and discover his war plan, which included the use of traps entailing fall damage, lava, and the utilization of illegal reinforcements and exploitations. Following this discovery, Wabbit was temporarily banned for two weeks, pushing the war date from the 16th of February to (TO BE CONFIRMED).

## Trivia

1. In early January, the cave demon Cavi visited RRoman and left him in a coma. A few days later RRoman awoke and documented his experience of the coma in his book "Coma" available in the Al Janubia Library. Following this, a magical seal to deter Cavi was created beneath the royal palace.
2. The Qamari Royal Family consists of Sultan RRoman Qamari and his adopted daughter, Princess Petra Qamari.
3. A brief royal marriage was had between the Qamari and Faltirvar princesses, however on the day of the ceremony the marriage fell through and unification of both Royal Houses was cancelled. A video covering it is available here.
4. Consumption, creation and selling of alcohol is banned in all Qamari territory. It is believed this law may have originated from Rakh's death.
5. A tomb was unearthed on the outskirts of Al Janubia behind the residential area. The tomb holds a diary of a Military officer who documented his superiors demise to The Lead Crown. The nature and origins of the Lead Crown remain unknown today.
6. Bob Carrot was the first person to introduce the Qamari people to carrots. Before his arrival in Al Janubia, Qamari people were unaware carrots existed.

## Gallery

National Qamari FlagConstruction of the Qamari Royal PalaceAl JanubiaTaroutCoronation Ceremony of the SultanThe Tarout BuildersRakh's Burial SiteTarout Opening CelebrationsThe Lead Crown TombRRoman 5Head Statue built by ItsFlesokey