Humanik Empire

## People and Society

### People and Citizen Standards

Humanika is a nation divided between thousands of different peoples that have individual cultures and histories. However, these people are unified under the single identity of "Humanik". This idea of what people call "Humanika" is a new creation in the history of Eura. The people of Humanika had always been ruled either by other great powers or divided between small kingdoms with war being a part of life to most Humanikans. However, when Wachia went from a divided state of thousands and into a single state with a common identity, this idea of Humanik Unitarism spread across the land. Many called for a unified identity for all Humaniks. This idea would spend time festering while nobles who wished to keep their independence shut down the idea while some proclaimed themselves the true rulers of Humanika. The people had no direct link between one another as they were all from Humanika but they were not all Humanikans. Eventually when Karn the Necromancer of Wachia invaded and began his reign, this idea grew larger and larger until Fredrick, a man born between the borders of East and West Humanika arose and defeated the Tyrant, proclaiming that the people would never be divided again. This brotherhood of fighting side by side against a common enemy unified the people and Fredrick was made the first Emperor. The identity of what a Humanikan is can be further narrowed as it is accepted over time that the people have become more centralised, accepting, and undivided between cultures as a singular religion, currency, language, and laws were decided upon, this was the first step into defining Humanikans.

### Language and Autonomy

In Humanika there are three core languages. In the West named Borgandia is spoken Borgandian which is a language that is famous for the nobility and is described by many to be the most beautiful language where storms calm and rivers flow. To the East named Saxania is spoken Saxnian which is a harsher tongue that is blunter and more focused on long words but shorter sentences which can be attributed to the military culture where swift and efficient orders decide between life and death. Then the final and largest language is the Imperial Standard or as it is named informally "Humanikan" which is a blend between the two languages that made transition easy. Everyone in Humanika speaks this language aside from some splinter or isolated groups but most will be impressed if you speak Borgandian or Saxnian. The people of Humanika have a mediocre level of autonomy as for the majority, people can act as they see fit with criticisms of the government, monarchy and order of light being allowed as long as there are no insults deemed "unnecessary" overall the people are generally free but this freedom only grows greater with ones wealth as higher education and travel is heavily monitored and expensive which means it is rare for many to travel long distances or gain higher educations unless they are wealthy.

## Government(s)

### Administrations and Governance

The Humanik Empire is a strict Imperial Monarchy that is headed by an Emperor and their advisors. There is a "Purple Court" which is a group of 10 advisors the emperor keeps close. These positions being the Minister of War who manages military affairs. There is the Minister of Gold who manages banks and economic affairs. There is the High Matriarch and Minister of Culture who both manage the Order of Light, Humanik Media and Cultural affairs. There is the Minister of Guard who manages inner security and judiciary affairs. There is the Chancellor who is appointed by the emperor to work as a chief advisor and second head of state. There is the Minister of External Affairs who deals with foreign relations and international governments. There are the Minister of People who cares for social issues and produces social and public programs such as hospitals and wells. There is the Minister of Industry who works closely with the Minister of Gold as the representative and head of industry and production. Then finally there is the Minister of Nature who is cares for natural borders and affairs on the topic of nature. This council have their own lower councils and second hands who are elected by the emperor himself. This council is responsible for advising the emperor and bringing issues from local region leaders and captains of certain sectors to find solutions. However, this government has been criticized for corruption, nepotism, bias, and inefficiency but there is little that can be done as this council and the emperor have absolute power absolutely.

### Crime and Justice

Humanika's justice system known for its link to the Order of Light and its influence is evident along with its corruption as punishments and crimes vary depending on one's status. Nobles and people of importance are given an oath upon a crime being committed to not commit any crime like the one committed again. If broken then the punishments are far more severe which can result in wealth being taken, lands taken, titles revoked or even torture depending on the crime. However, the poorer classes are not privy to this treatment and are punished swiftly and without mercy. Punishment is decided by the council of justice which is made up of 15 local officials and members of the community who get permission on any given action by government approval who can investigate any case further if desired. These councils have one elected head who is the representative of this council with each member being chosen by the head and approved by the emperor himself. The Empire primarily follows the 5 commands of the Order of Light for their basic oaths a Humanik citizen or guest must follow. These commands are:

1. No other God may be praised in the presence of their people than the one of light
2. None can insult or make small the influence or greatness of the light
3. None shall convene in meetings with those who could harm the light or his message unless their goal is to spread the love and message of the light in turn
4. The slaughter or murder of the chosen of the light or the creatures created by the light for means beyond survival and nature is forbidden
5. To harm the chosen of the light or the creatures created by the light without sufficiency is forbidden

These rules are bent to an extent due to a large amount of corruption within Humanika but these commands leave the laws of making murder, theft, torture, or blasphemy illegal without sufficient reasoning. Punishments are decided by the council and approved as said. However, these punishments vary as nobles are only privy to execution when treason or a great act of blasphemy is committed while even the slightest hint of heresy or treason will be reported and responded to quickly with execution, often publicly.

### Foreign Affairs

Humanika is a nation built from war, a nation of nations. Humanika only had one goal which was to unite its people and it achieved this through isolating itself. In the modern era, due to their history and current policies, Humanika is a nation that is not well respected on the world stage and is surrounded by enemies. Their greatest foe is the Wachian Empire who they believe to be their greatest threat and rival. Wachia and Humanika used to be one after years of Wachian rule which blossomed into an extremely potent alliance. However, after the fall of Wachia to Sylvus II and their betrayal which caused the Great War of Humanika to bring the continent to its knees. These two powers are constantly facing each other over who are the true rulers of Eura as trust is not a resource the two are willing to share. To Humaika, the DPR is the symbol of everything they despise, the destruction of tradition and the ways of the Gods made the Dwarves the enemies of Humanika with their distrust going as far as the great game thousands of years ago. Drecoria and Humanika have a tenuous rivalry as Humanika showed no respect or care for Drecoria as they were the first to try and destroy the young nation with Drecoria eventually conquering the entire continent due to the corruption and foolishness of Humanik nobles and leaders. This era named after the ash that was left made the relationship between Humanika and Drecoria in a bitter hatred as Humanika despises Drecoria for its centuries of subjugation.

## Economy

### Trade and Resources

The Humanik Empire is a massive land with a variety of resources and trade capabilities. In Borgandia the core resources are found in the fields and forests as lumber and agriculture is a core industry with most of the food in Eura being sourced from Borgandia. Borgandia is also well known for its dye trade as it is often named the land of the flowers after their diverse plant populations that help supply medicine, potion, and dyes across the world. Saxania is a different story as their primary exports are industrial productions and mercenary work as the military culture of Saxania provides a key industry around war and weaponry which many are happy to hire for the right price and the right job. Despite their negative relations with their neighbours, Humanika does hold trade with other nations, primarily with those outside of Eura in Aisa and Acirfa especially.

### Taxation

Taxation in Humanika is directly handled by the Humanik minister of Gold and approved by the emperor. Taxation is handled by local governments who use local justice and financial forces who often hold private militaries to bully citizens and take taxes which are often lied about. Banks and local leaders are the ultimate powerhouses economically with them only having to pay the Government a set goal with other financial gains being owned by independent forces or Governments. There can be investigations done to discover possibilities of corruption and fraud but ironically these agents are often bribed themselves. However, when taxes are not paid sufficiently within the required time by the local Government or banks will have warnings and the possibility of raised tax but when this failure to pay continues continuously then the heads of Government and these banks will be arrested, and their valuables confiscated. Sometimes these individuals respond in rebellion with their private forces which is a constant fear with these rebellions being responded to brutally and efficiently by the best warriors the emperor can muster which leads to bloodshed and ruin.

### Technology and Medicine

Technologically, Humanika is a very stable nation and one that does not discourage or encourage advancements. Militarily, Humanika is the most advanced nation in Eura in the field of military theory and equipment which they are praised for even by their enemies. They hold limited train networks which functions to move resources and move workers to and from industrial sites more than standard civilian usage. The core transport of the Humanik people are roads and rivers which are rarely safe when bandits and criminals litter the roads and although the rivers are swift and safer in that regard, travellers are still at risk of attacks by criminals and local wildlife. They are a heavily industrial nation to their north with the southern farms and forestry feeding the people. However, they do lack in medicinal abilities as most rely heavily on holy blessings and the abilities of the church while pharmacies are available, they are rare and can be difficult to provide support.