3rd Imperium of Coriusian

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> "*The ambitions of Coriusian's nations have been fulfilled, our peoples united under one great banner. For generations after me, Coriusian is to stay as one, united and prosperous. It is my expectation that this Pan-Coriusian State has a glorious future ahead of it, and I intend to do all possible to maintain this. To the rest of Aegis, may we introduce ourselves, may we join the greater universe, may we partake in what we have long missed!*"
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> **- Ghuv’al Kanth, Grand Stargazer of Coriusian**
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## History

The Third Imperium was the result of Ghuv’al’s conquests of Coriusian, which would end in 19 NAC, its predecessor nation however, was one dating thousands of years back, with its history and significance within the galaxy paving the way for the Third Imperium’s formation.

### Start of the Calitanan Stargazers

71,000 - 63,570 BNAC

Taking to the stars in 71,000 BNAC during the Tranquil Era, the Calitanan Stargazers were one of the two oldest powers in the galaxy. Achieving FTL technology far before others, the Calitanans also became one of the two dominant powers, rivaling the Federation of Grenas. Initially, the two powers weren’t aware of the other’s existence, and as the Kajlitenan Arm fell to the Calitanans, Grenas’ people expanded elsewhere. Many of the Calitanans followed the faith of Cayulmism, believing the stars beckoned them onward. With this, they did so with a fervor unknown to others, rapidly exploring other star systems.

The Tranquil Era marked the peaceful beginnings of the nation, as it grew without the interference of others. In a policy known as “beneficial boasting”, Calitanan nobles would compete against one another to display their abilities, as well as benefit the nation in the process. Within the government’s leadership, the most successful nobles held the most sway in the Council of Stargazers. Thus, the Stargazers strove in the name of their subjects and the name of political power, doing so while swearing eternal unity to the Calitanan Stargazers. The system of leadership would remain this way until the nation’s rebirth in future times.

Towards the later millenniums of the era, the Calitanans became wary of foreigners however, as it was increasingly seen as a possibility. Some nobles, known as the merchant nobles, spoke of efforts to create an "sphere of commerce" and "spread economic prosperity". On the contrary, a growing faction of isolationists, named the Calitanan Pragmatists, spoke against this. They argued for a policy of "peaceful strength", in which the Calitanans would coexist in peace with a sizable navy to guarantee it. With their main slogan, "in the unknown, bring the rifle and bullet, not the coin." they advocated strongly for their policies while dismissing those seeking to contact other civilizations as "tragically naive."

In the end, optimism won out and the merchant nobles held the majority for the rest of the era. Due to this, they adopted a policy of accelerated exploration, intent on expanding, contacting others, and doing so in the name of prosperity. The era’s end would see the Calitanan Stargazers interact with the Federation of Grenas, ending their isolation. The merchant nobles wouldn't know it, but as they cheered for the discovery, the event proved disastrous. The interaction would see the swift end of peace, as many Calitanans had feared.

### Struggle for the Throne

63,570 - 58,500 BNAC

Meeting the Federation of Grenas in 63,570 BNAC, it took little time for Grenas to meddle in Calitanan affairs. The Federation of Grenas viewed the Calitanans as their first rival to their power, as the Calitanans would firmly deny Grenas' efforts to assert their influence within the nation. Despite these aggressions, war wasn't immediate and the merchant nobles held hope that conflict could be averted. Despite this, they heeded the requests from the Calitanans Pragmatists to build up their navy in case of conflict. The conflict would start with Grenas' seizure of Calitanan trade vessels.

In 63,528 BNAC, with Grenas' refusal to stop raiding Calitanan shipping, the two sparked a lengthy conflict consisting of low intensity invasions of various regions. They also dragged others into their conflicts, with civilizations of the Batorak Arm being subject to both sides using them as pawns. At the time, most Calitanans merely wished to suppress Grenas' power. Within a few decades however, this shifted. The Calitanan Pragmatists would rise to political prominence and declare "the desire to conquer our foes." In their eyes, the subjugation of Grenas and its allies would restore Coriusian's tranquility.

The war became a waste of resources, as any gains made by one was swiftly undone by their adversary. However, with neither the nation of Grenas ceasing their raids nor the Calitanans ceasing their retaliatory actions, both sides refused to back down. The Calitanans sought to “place the flag of our people” over Plenaya while Grenas’ sought to assert their “mandate over Coriusian.” In the end, Grenas emerged victorious however, as Feni led them to finally subdue the Calitanans. The Struggle for the Throne of Coriusian was settled.

With their defeat, the Calitanans made major territorial concessions and were also turned into a tributary state of the Federation of Grenas. The once proud Calitanans became subordinate to their new overlord whose rule came from the system of Grenas. Though the Calitanans would try to resist Grenas’ efforts, the following era would see Grenas’ attempts to convert their subjects to their ways of life. The Reign of the Opulent began with Feni’s death, lasting until 43,000 BNAC. To many Calitanans, it would also be called the Reign of Grenas.

### Reign of Grenas

58,500 - 43,000 BNAC

The Reign of Grenas was a period of subjugation under Grenas’ authority, as the Calitanan Stargazers were reduced to a tributary state, serving to enrich their overlord’s nation. As well, Grenas tries to assert Hakatorism into their subjects, with them trying to also lessen the influence of Cayulmism and its denominations. These “oppressions by Grenas” were haphazardly balanced out by the benefits of Grenas’ rule. It brought trade goods from throughout the galaxy to Calitanan markets as well as instituted an era of general peace in Coriusian. This wouldn’t fully undo unrest however, as a sense of distrust and disloyalty towards Grenas’ authority grew. It would take until the Aoshanti for the Calitanans to successfully revolt though, as the Reign of the Opulent saw no potential powers which could rival or depose the C.O.R.E.

### The Golden Era

43,000 - 18,500 BNAC

When the Aoshanti first arrived, many Calitanan nobles rallied to their cause eagerly. Though the Calitanans had been subjects of Grenas for thousands of years, most of the Calitanan nobility yearned for a return to their old power, seeing the Aoshanti as a way to achieve this. The Calitanans played a supporting role, as the Aoshanti took the brunt and put an end to the Reign of the Opulent. In the chaos, the C.O.R.E went into a long period of hiding. The overthrow of their old overlord was a feat which stunned the Calitanans, especially given the speed. Shortly after, they looked to see what the Aoshanti would now do. To the surprise of some, the Aoshanti would make the entirety of Coriusian into a singular state, the First Imperium of Coriusian.

This decision would confuse the Calitanans, who questioned the motives of the Aoshanti. They were assured it was done for the betterment of Coriusian though, and the Aoshanti also rewarded the Calitanan nobles by making them governors of the Kajlitenan and Vielkovijan Arms, an expansion in power which was much appreciated. The expansion of Calitanan influence into the Vielkovijan Arm was carved out of what was once a part of Grenas, with it being commonly called the "Vielkovijan Cession". With the Aoshanti also constructing the gates, most of the Calitanan nobility was overjoyed with their new overlord and more than willing to pay their due in tribute. Compared to other regions of the First Imperium, Calitanan controlled territories held exceptionally firm loyalty towards the Aoshanti. As well, the Calitanans would be some of the most willing to embrace the ideals of unity within Coriusian, furthering Aoshanti goals to stabilize the region.

Despite this, most Calitanans were initially resistant towards converting to Rhyanism, as Cayulmism was cemented deeply into Calitanan society. It took much time for the Aoshanti to convince the Calitanans, and the byproduct of such religious efforts would be the emergence of Cayulmist Rhyanism. Out of Coriusian’s people, the Calitanans led the way in gradually assimilating to Aoshanti culture, yet doing so with notable restraint. The Calitanans would keep their language and retain many of their ways of life, yet Aoshanti became a language of the sophisticated, the cubit was adopted, their nobles dressed in Aoshanti fashion, used Aoshanti luxuries, and considered them not only citizens of the First Imperium, but also the Aoshanti Empire. In later years however, the Calitanans fell into a mixed state of appreciation for past Aoshanti actions yet discontent with growing developments.

As the Old Aoshanti Empire declined, so did the First Imperium of Coriusian. Its fall concerned many Calitanans, worried of the ramifications of its potential collapse. The era’s inflation was equally alarming, harming Coriusian’s economy greatly. Many also grew upset of the “dwindling care” towards Coriusian, as the small galaxy became seen as merely another source of income by later rulers. With this, Calitanan nobles would demand further autonomy from their overlords, with Coriusian’s Aoshanti rulers dismissing said requests. A few lower Aoshanti nobility would join the Calitanans however, some out of ambition and others out of genuine disagreement to Coriusian’s treatment. By the time the First Imperium fell, the Calitanans were prepared for their renewed independence.

### Rebirth in Disunity

18,500 - 16,000 BNAC

Soon after the collapse of Aoshanti rule, the Calitanan Stargazers were reborn and led by the Kanth family, who led them to swiftly take control of the Kajlitenan and Vielkovijan Arms which Calitanan nobles had governed. Due to their swift establishment and undisputed control of their territories, they earned the title “Masters of the Silver Star”. Stopping them from further expansion would be the Federation of Grenas and the newly formed Batorok Union. Though minor conflicts would occur between the three, the Calitanans concluded to stick to their part of the galaxy and attempt peaceful coexistence. As they did, they went on to reorganize their nation.

The government's national leadership was no longer just a single great council of nobles, as the council now became headed by a Grand Stargazer. Under this system, the Grand Stargazer was a hereditary position, which would fall to the Kanth family whom spearheaded their people's independence. It held much power, but was limited in its scope. The Grand Stargazer could propose and reject ideas, but the Imperial Council could override the decisions of their Grand Stargazer so long as they had a five-eighths majority. The Imperial Council, as in the past, could also propose laws and managed most foreign affairs, being widely responsible for most of the nation's reforms. Though flawed, the system would remain virtually the same to modern day, albeit with a notable addition.

The economy was the first of their targets, in particular, the dreaded cubit. In the period of hyperinflation, the currency had left all of Coriusian in economic ruins. Soon the Calitanan Decimi appeared. Personally backed by the national treasury with severe limits on its minting, the intention was to replace the cubit with a seemingly more stable currency. The undertaking would be massive however, as they had to use the currency to compensate their whole populace for phasing out the cubit. Despite this, the task would be completed within several decades of the era’s start.

Other parts of economic reform efforts would be the creation of a national bank, new tax system, new labor system, and trade policy. The Calitanans would, for a time, become Coriusian’s main power in trade. With Grenas' attacks ceasing and there being an increased demand for foreign goods amongst Coriusian's other nations, Calitanan merchants would dominate Coriusian markets. Alongside this, the wealth of the Aoshanti population also reaped its rewards.

While the rest of Coriusian ousted any Aoshanti from their territory, the Calitanans welcomed them in open arms. In return, almost the entire Aoshanti population of Coriusian held deep loyalty towards the Calitanan Stargazers. Despite this, the Calitanans would target the Aoshanti religion of Rhyanism. Many Calitanan nobles, specifically the Revivalists of Cayulism, would ambitiously dream to "restore their people's natural religion by de-Rhyanizing Cayulism." Their efforts would spearhead the Resurgence Period of Coriusian.

18,329 BNAC, this resurgence of religion started as Calitanan revivalists, followed by others, began preaching a policy of de-Rhyanification. The Calitanan Faith Taxes would be a major result of these efforts, seeking to "promote the resurgence of non-Rhyanist religions and return Coriusian to its original roots." The Calitanan Faith Taxes exempted Aoshanti citizens however, as the movement "sought the restoration of the natural faiths of Coriusian's people, not the destruction nor oppression of the natural faiths of fellow Coriusians." To Calitanan revivalists, the Aoshanti who had lived in Coriusian for generations were a part of Coriusian, and Rhyanism was their natural religion. Despite this, Calitanan revivalists also believed that Rhyanism's denominations of native Coriusian religions, such as Cayulist Rhyanism, weren't natural.

While others in Coriusian followed with far harsher, immediate vigor in much shorter bursts which ended in the 18,100s BNAC, the Calitanan revivalists would oversee a far more gradual and passive period of de-Rhyanification which lasted until the 17,800s BNAC. By the end of their religious efforts, Cayulism had been restored with its Rhyanist counterpart virtually diminished into irrelevance. In this time however, much had changed. The height of the Calitanan Stargazers, at least for the era, had fallen.

Their once flourishing trade had simmered, remaining as a consistent revenue source, yet hardly as significant. As well, Grenas sought revenge for what they named as the "Vielkovijan Cession". Their meddling would see the Velcovian War of Independence, in which the planet Velcovia proclaimed Newling Valins as Grand Chief. Funded by Grenas and receiving direct military support from both the Federation of Grenas and Batorak Union, the Velcovian rebels won and took control of much of the Vielkovijan Arm. The defeat wouldn't cripple them, and valiant efforts halted any further losses, though animosity with Grenas would be reignited. In the coming era, the Calitanan leadership would give angered glances towards Grenas, yet wouldn't directly fight them.

### The Second Tranquil Era

16,000 - 40 BNAC

The rivalry against Grenas would manifest into one of diplomatic and economic competition. Both sought to garner the favors of fellow Coriusian nations, with Grenas achieving far more diplomatic success. In commerce, the Calitanans also saw the shift in power. Grenas' goods began taking over Coriusian markets, with Calitanan merchants withdrawing, outcompeted. Though still not completely crippled, the loss of their trade empire staggered the Calitanans. As time passed on, Calitanans increasingly saw conflict with Grenas as inevitable, merely destined to occur.

To many Calitanans, the destruction of Plenaya and the subjugation of the rest of Grenas’ populace was the only way to ensure Calitanan prosperity. With exception of the time of Atasarid invasion, Grenas was the main adversary of the Calitanans. Multiple incidents would be dodged, barely avoiding war. The era's simmering spite would abruptly be ended by the Second and Third Imperium Wars.

### The Second and Third Imperium Wars

40 BNAC - 19 NAC

Under Calisar Kanth, the Calitanans prepared for conflict. Calitanans prepared for a potential war against Grenas as soon as 40 BNAC. The tensions reached their summit with the 20 BNAC Calitanan-Grenas Toll Incident, as Calitanan vessels exchanged fire with some of Grenas' trade vessels after said ships hostilely refused to pay Calitanan tolls. The Calitanans involved had been unaware that they had just barely strayed into Grenas' space and the event was disastrous. The C.O.R.E sent the Calitanans outrageous demands, claiming the Calitanans cede remaining Vielkovijan territory received from the "Vielkovijan Cession" and be subject to a decade of unfair trade deals. After rejecting the demands, Grenas declared war.

Initial outlooks were bleak for both sides, as neither was fully prepared. Yet the war benefited Grenas, who after successfully convincing its neighbors of Calitanan belligerence as well as said nations already being outraged as some of the vessels contained their citizens, the rest of Coriusian rallied against the Calitanans as the Second Imperium of Coriusian. The disorderly nature of the coalition would allow the Calitanans to continue the fight for some time, yet fate reached the Calitanans in the ambitious Battle of Plenaya in 18 BNAC, seeing Calisar killed and Ghuv’al crippled. The war was a humiliation, with the coalition making sure to force the Calitanans to follow regulations regarding military ships in an effort to quash any future attempts for the Calitanans to re-emerge as a respectable power of Coriusian. Ghuv’al would overcome these restrictions within a bit more than a couple decades however.

His ascension to the throne surprised others, who didn’t anticipate her resignation almost as soon as Esilma succeeded her now dead husband as the Grand Stargazer. The C.O.R.E was especially wary of him, as Ghuv’al had held Pan-Coriusianist ambitions for much of his life. Despite this, it was more focused on trying to consolidate the Second Imperium into a more central entity. This would be a major factor in Ghuv’al’s enactment of plans. For much of his initial reign, only a few Calitanan nobles knew of his intentions, and this secrecy would continue for long as he built up the Calitanan navy in the backwaters of the nation.

Rumors would trickle into public attention over time though, and the Calitanans would be accused of conspiring against the Second Imperium by the C.O.R.E. To the luck of the Calitanans however, this was brushed aside by others though, as Ghuv’al assured the C.O.R.E that, “at most, we build merchant vessels armed akin to any other meant to merely repel pirates.” Calitanans were also swift to point out how they hadn’t violated any restrictions on ship sizes. As 13 NAC approached, it would be to the surprise of the Second Imperium that they received an official declaration of war. Swiftly after, Calitanan warships begun their offensive.

The Second Imperium scrambled to meet the Calitanans, as Ghuv'al swept across Grenas' borders. Yet, "akin to a great seawall," reinforcements of the Second Imperium would arrive to stand firmly and push the Calitanan tidal wave back. The Calitanans still held some territory of Grenas, but the front stalled to a halt. Ghuv'al sought a way to break the deadlock, understanding the industrial might of the Second Imperium would outmatch his people's if the war continued. He found solace in a contract with the Coriusian Mercantile War League, which was previously neutral. The acquisition of their service helped to eventually end the statement, by 18 NAC, to the shock of the Second Imperium, saw the Calitanans completely destroy the Astronavy of Grenas, with other members of the Second Imperium taking heavy losses too. With Grenas' fall, both the Batorok and Velcovians managed a short-lived attempt of resistance. Mogina surrendered before Calitanan forces reached their borders and Coriusian was unified in 19 NAC. Though the occupation took some time to begin in earnest, the Calitanans had militarily unified Coriusian and Ghuv'al declared the Third Imperium's formation. To Ghuv'al's realization, governing proved "equally, if not more tedious than war."

### The Third Imperium

19 NAC - current

With the swift change from the Second Imperium to the Calitanans, who soon declared the Third Imperium, Ghuv'al's gains stood upon shaky ground. In hopes of cementing Pan-Coriusianism and giving his newly declared nation legitimacy, leaders of the Second Imperium such as the C.O.R.E were given clemency as well as political offices. The C.O.R.E was declared Co-Emperor of Coriusian, yet held a slightly lower position than Ghuv'al. The new government system would be nicknamed the "2 3 4" system, as the decision of the Imperial Council would get a voting weight of two, the C.O.R.E a voting weight of three, and Ghuv'al a voting weight of four. As in the past though, the Imperial Council held the power to override the decisions of either the Grand Stargazer or Co-Emperor, holding a voting weight of five with a five-eighths majority. To override a decision approved by both the Grand Stargazer and Co-Emperor however, the Imperial Council would henceforth need a three-quarters majority.

At lower levels of government, many of the original local leaders were allowed to resume their positions under the Third Imperium, albeit with diminished power and Ghuv'al's oversight. The economy would see the Calitanan Decimi become the Coriusian Decimi, with it becoming the national currency. Calitanan was also swiftly made to be the national language, yet regional tongues were still permitted to remain as taught secondaries, which were promoted by the new Coriusian government’s education system. All in the hopes of ensuring Coriusian would remain unified after his death, Ghuv’al also enacted various uniform policies and laws. With Coriusian’s unification, it also ended its isolationism from the rest of the Aegis Cluster’s politics. Once a people who only truly interacted with non-Coriusians when ships passed through, Coriusian’s leadership sought to formally introduce itself into the Aegis Cluster and its politics.

In Aulus 2nd, 23 NAC, Hajabarak would replace Ghuv’al as the old ruler stepped down.

### Regional Groups

Coriusian, though not exceptionally large, is diverse in its various groups and sub-groups. With Pan-Coriusianism and unity having only been recently, many of its inhabitants and leaders still holding more loyalty to their regions than the whole nation, and sectional divides still show some relevance in Coriusian politics. Most speak in regional tongues, and though Calitanan is technically the national language, enforcement of such has proven flimsy. Despite this, Coriusian’s inhabitants have generally been connected, both currently and historically. While many of Coriusian’s differing groups tend to firmly defend their respective cultures and self-identities, they also openly interact with others and work alongside them towards common goals.

Coriusian’s system of moderate local autonomy has also resulted in regions often vastly differing in some manners, though there exists a few points of uniformity amongst them aside from acknowledging the supreme authority of the national government. Amongst regions, they tend to be specialized in certain trades that, while other regions also have said resources, they excel at. Due to this, a further sense of connection has built between Coriusian regions, as internal commerce has promoted even more cooperation between groups. As history has shown, commerce has been a source of cooperation for Coriusian’s people. For all the banter thrown between regions, tensions tend to rest at mild levels.

When conflicts do arise however, they are often tense, with groups quick to defend their region’s honor at the sign of notable issues. In particular, Calitanan-Grenas friction flares during topics such as regional autonomy. Stubbornness adds to the fuel of most of these disputes, as though most Coriusian groups are cooperative when mutual benefit is clear, they are typically unyielding in their stances when challenged. Fortunately, such incidents have yet to incite any form of major, violent conflict, and are unlikely to ever do so. Yet these sectional disputes often find ways to hinder national progress and present themselves as divisive obstacles to Pan-Coriusianism’s ideals.

#### The Kajlitenan Arm

Region of the Silver Star and home of the Calitanans, it currently rules as the center of Coriusian power. It is also a notable hub of trade and diverse in its ethnic groups. In particular, the Coriusian Aoshanti, whom during the Age of Disunity, were chased out by the rest of Coriusian. They hold a mostly trade-faring with some subtle martial traditions used to secure said trade. Their rulers are heirs of the Kanth family, also checked for virtue by the Cayulist Heralds. The Grand Stargazer serves as the head of Kajlitenan society, with the region’s elites pledging their eternal loyalty to them.

Piety is a revered trait amongst the society, with religious leaders holding some of the most powerful political sway. Wealthy merchants and bureaucrats also hold a firm political grip within the elitist society, sometimes enjoying seats on the Imperial Council. Cayulism stands as the area’s dominant religion, and its religious law, though not a part of regional law, plays a major role in it. Differing ethnic and religious groups tend to form semi-autonomous tight-knit communities, with regional cohesion relying on their collective cooperation with one another. Though shaky at times, the heartland of the Third Imperium maintains relative order and peace.

##### Elites

**Calitanan Stargazers**

The title of Stargazer is one of the most prestigious within Calitanan society, given to powerful nobles and other individuals of influence. Most are of noble lineages dating as far back as the Tranquil Era. Their numbers consist of a few privileged, affluent, and sophisticated people of the Kajlitenan region. Since the Tranquil Era, Calitanan Stargazers have relied on an image of enlightenment and virtue to display themselves as more than worthy of their positions. This enlightenment and virtue is generally decided by religious leaders of Cayulism, the main Calitanan faith. The title is thus one requiring effort to maintain, as it is possible for one to lose or gain the status.

This said, the title isn’t necessarily exclusive to those of noble families, nor those of the highest devotion to Cayulism. In some cases, others have managed to earn the title, usually taking years if not decades of tireless effort to achieve this. As well, most Cayulist religious leaders judge an individual’s worthiness by more than religion. Politically, whether in the Imperial Council or not, the status is one of great merit and respect, with the Calitanan Stargazers often holding sway over the Imperial Council’s elections. Needless to say, it is rare for one to win an election in the Kajlitenan region without the favor of the Calitanan Stargazers.

In most cases, Calitanan Stargazers indulge themselves and live luxuriously in estates, but there are a few who, often as a demonstration of modesty and virtue, choose to live among the average citizen and sometimes unskilled class, purposely living akin to them. Most are Cayulists and speak Calitanan, with it also common for them to know another Coriusian language and/or know Aoshanti or its ancient version. Calitanan Stargazers are oftentimes hosts of major parties amongst their fellow elites, sometimes competing with others to hold the best events. The belief of “beneficial boasting” is, as with other Kajlitenan elites, major among Stargazers. Displaying one’s abilities while also helping others has been a policy of Stargazers since the Tranquil Era, and it’s common for Calitanan Stargazers to partake in volunteer work, funding for public institutions, and charity for the poor to do so.

Generally, they share their wealth willingly in the name of the public good and are generous promoters of any project viewed as beneficial. However, they tend to be defensive of their status, and are wary of major reform within the national government. Though they approve of some democracy at smaller, local scales, they are insistent on voting restrictions to ensure only the elite can vote for those in the national government. Most are supportive of the CCG and IEBC, with some also supporting the CAPM. This support stems from internationalism being a notable belief among Stargazers, as most envision Coriusian as one setting itself up to become a power based on international cooperation and philanthropy.

**Old Noble Coriusian Aoshanti**

Elites descended from lower Aoshanti nobles of the Golden Era, the Old Noble Coriusian Aoshanti are proud, wealthy, and educated people. Their political sway within the region is significant, with a few also a part of the Calitanan Stargazers. During the Age of Disunity, many of them joined Calitanans in their independence while the Imperial Aoshanti leadership fled. Another large group of them were those who fled to the Calitanans while the rest of Coriusian drove them out. They take great pride in their Calitanan-Ancient Aoshanti heritage, and their loyalty to Coriusian reflects this.

Tending to live in high-rises or estates, they enjoy the luxuries of Kajlitenan society and those of other Coriusian regions. Their wealth and power has allowed them to promote their Calitanan-Aoshanti culture in the form of architecture, food, and language. Their main language tends to be Ancient Aoshanti with a subtle Calitanan accent, and Calitanan is the second most common with modern Aoshanti being the third. Perhaps interestingly, most are devout Revivalist Cayulist-Rhyanists, having brought back Cayulist-Rhyanism that was previously diminished into irrelevance by efforts of the Age of Disunity. As well, they generally express deeper connections towards Coriusian than Aoshtai. Many are religious leaders of the Cayulist-Rhyanist faith, preaching it to Coriusian’s Aoshanti and non-Aoshanti alike to spread Rhya’s word.

Similar to Calitanan Stargazers, they frequently engage in acts of charity and present themselves as virtuous citizens of their society. Their virtue is sometimes questioned however, as they often use their power to secure lead positions in the region's small local governments for themselves and political allies. Their elitist views of politics are coupled with visions of an “empire of the pen” with an elite voting class of the most educated and capable, engaging in international diplomacy for mutual benefit and ruling justly with well-provided lower classes. Thus, almost unanimously, they are supportive of the CCG and IEBC. Believing in the dangers of “sad, misguided chaos” caused by war, they have stressed the need for coolheaded caution to avoid war. They have also called for a redirection of efforts in the astronavy’s “more redundant designs” to better fund “the Coriusian wall”, Coriusian’s station garrisons watching both of its gates.

**Cayulist Heralds**

The messengers of the Great Lights, the Cayulist Heralds are known as pious, stubborn, and some of the most influential of their society. As well, the influence of Cayulist Heralds exceed that of both the Calitanan Stargazers and Old Noble Coriusian Aoshanti. Their political power is rooted in Cayulism's prevalence within the Kajlitenan region, and it is common that they decide one’s worthiness as a Stargazer. It is impossible to get far in Kajlitenan politics with their opposition, while it is also possible for one to do much with their approval. Despite the opportunity to accept bribes for their favor, almost all Cayulist Heralds have rejected any of the sort, but it is true that a few corrupt ones partake in intrigue. Unsurprisingly, such incidents are ones of great disgrace, and those caught are revoked of their previous status amongst the closest of the Great Lights.

Residing at religious temples or holy sites of the Cayulist faith, most of them live surprisingly humble for their status. They serve to preside over Cayulism’s holy events, participate in charity in the name of the Great Lights, and approve or disapprove one’s ascension to the title of Stargazer. They also fulfill the duty of appointing people to religious posts and sometimes choose new people to become Cayulist Heralds. Though extremely devout, most are also near-equally tolerant of other religions, with only a few exceptions. When choosing Stargazers, they decide one’s virtue by their actions, intent, and character, not just their faith, as they believe “the Great Lights care more about one’s doings and reasons for so.” Challenging their ideals typically ends with little aside from respectful disagreement, as they are set in their ways.

Their stubbornness applies partly to their elitism, as most believe the hierarchy is as it was naturally intended. One of their points is the idea that the practice of democracy at “the local levels which make the base of Coriusian” are more than sufficient to ensure “whims of local peoples are met” while the elites at higher levels “ensure stability and good rulership nationally.” Fears that lower classes, if allowed to vote for national officials, may vote for those “who rely on public emotions to win, not skill and virtue,” stand as further arguments of them. Aside from elitist views, politically, Cayulist Heralds don’t have any parties they support wholeheartedly, with individuals differing greatly or oftentimes don’t align with any.

##### Upper Class

**Calitanan Merchants**

Even before the Calitanan people took to the stars, both internal and external commerce held major significance to them. Seen as the builders of the Calitanan economy, the region’s merchants hold both a comfortable social and economic status within their society and are often educated and wealthy individuals. Due to their prominence amongst the skilled class, their support has been one to elect national officials. Many meet the requirements to vote and run for national officials, being a lower elite in ways. Though their power is limited, these merchants tend to find ways to push their agendas and use their say to influence their society.

Most of the region’s merchants reside in planetary cities and engage in more localized commerce, yet some are the heads of trade fleets to other reaches of Coriusian as well as commerce with foreign powers. Oftentimes they reside in the richer districts of urban sectors, with some of the richest owning estates akin to upper elites. Subject to criticism, their overall rich lifestyles are mainly countered by their insistence on philanthropy and displays of worth to the public. Their often elitist attitude, though not exclusive to them, has also been a point of conflict. Politically, they tend to throw support to the CCG and IEBC, though some also hold strong sympathies to the ideals of other parties and may support them instead during certain situations.

**Calitanan Guild Workers**

Despite cheaper labor existing for most of their work, Calitanan Guild Workers are known for their renown craftsmanship which outmatches any other of the region. Their political power tends to be relatively modest compared to others, yet they live relatively comfortable lives and most are educated well and hold exceptional skill in their trade. Aside from guild leaders, most don't hold the requirements to vote for national officials, yet do partake in local elections. Politically, the average guild worker tends to support parties such as CCG and IEBC for their stances on commerce and are indifferent to the elitist nature of the national government. However, more radical guild workers are heavily opposed to the current voting system, calling for lowered voting requirements and the adoption of the semi-democratic governments of many local areas.

**Locals of the People**

With the people's vote, these officials rule over local levels of government with moderate power. Their positions have long been subject to the influence of elites, with their meddling oftentimes deciding the outcomes of elections. Despite this, they rule over local affairs in the name of their respective peoples and are virtually required to follow the people's will to get reelected, regardless of backing from the elite.

#### Madchjam Coriusian

Once the Throne of the Opulent, though Grenas and Madchjam’s days have since come to an end, the region still holds major political sway. Being the center of the small satellite galaxy, it had long been its economic and political core prior to the Third Imperium of Coriusian. The events of the Second and Third Imperium Wars have left an especially bitter taste in their mouths despite relative clemency. Its society is one based on foresight coupled with occasionally rash action. A firm caste system makes up its structure, resting on Hakatorist beliefs of one’s natural status and restricting social mobility to only rare instances.

Beliefs of virtuous duty and natural hierarchy are ones taught regularly, with such used to reinforce the society’s order. At the top are the nobles and closest religious followers of Hakatorism, with skilled guilds and their workers, alongside a soldier class holding decent power themselves. The middle-class is generally made of semi-skilled workers and merchants. The bottom class is made of the unskilled, with some being a part of the “chained” class. Hakatorism rules the region in virtually all manners, whether it be law or justifying social norms. However, its legitimacy has been questioned historically, and their defeat against Kajlitenan Cayulists in unifying the satellite galaxy have shook Madchjam’s society to its core.

#### Batorak Arm

The cradle of many of Coriusian’s species, it is one of the most diverse of regions of native Coriusians. Their society is a conglomerate of tight-knit communities led by a large regional council of community leaders. Sometimes described as a nightmare of local tongues and dialects, the relatively decentralized authority of the region alongside its history has given rise to such. Haphazardly held together for mutual benefit, strife between groups is generally kept at low intensity, with violence between groups being uncommon and usually not at a large scale. Despite this, there exists a sense regional culture, albeit a shallow one.

#### The Vielkovijan Arm

Home to Velcovia’s shipbuilders, it is also a hub of Calitanan-Velcovian culture. It is a proud society who’s subjugation has done little to tarnish this. Similar to the Kajlitenan region, trade is a major part of Vielkovijan society, but unlike them however, there is a deeper martial tradition amongst them, with war seen as a time of opportunity. Their people also hold more nomadic ties than Kajlitenans, though this applies more so on planets than in space. Social mobility is also more present, with one’s merit able to move one far.

Ruled by a Grand Chief, clans rule parts of planets and systems, with the leader of the most prominent clan holding the title of Grand Chief. Valor, merit, and loyalty are cherished principles of the area, with said traits often earning rewarding positions. Below clan chiefs are merchants and bureaucrats, alongside skilled workers. Middle-classes are composed of those deemed semi-skilled, and hold such jobs. Vielkovijan’s lowest classes are unsurprisingly for the unskilled and those deemed to lack merit, though it is possible for one to return or move to a higher class so long as they can prove themselves worthy of such.

#### Fieni Ka Arm

Named after Feni, Coriusian’s First Conqueror, the area has strong ties with Madchjam Coriusian. Unsurprisingly, it holds values similar to Madchjam’s as one of Grenas’ core territories and Hakatorism is just as strong as in Madchjam. Deviations from Madchjam come mostly from its more rural nature, with a more dispersed populous. The presence of lower and “chained” classes are much higher proportionately, with nobles exerting more authority to maintain control of their lands and subjects. Coriusian’s unification has shook the region’s stability to an extent, bringing with it a challenge towards their ideals.

### Celebrations

#### National

* **Coriusian Unification Day (12th of Agria):** On the day of the end of the Third Imperium War and the beginning of a new era of Coriusian unity, it is a celebration of Pan-Coriusianism’s triumph and the start of a new age for Coriusian. The day is celebrated the most on Coriusian’s major planets, with grand parades and gatherings held. The celebration differs between regions, demonstrating the nation’s various cultures, yet always maintains a sense of greater purpose alongside a feeling of national unity.
* **Passing of Old Year (30th of Lars-1st of Prigemen):** Passing of Old Year is the nationally recognized holiday for the start of a new year. Festivities are high during it, with many regional holidays celebrated simultaneously. It is due to such that it is also a day of regional heritages as locals partake in commemorating their respective traditions.

### Government

The Coriusian government is one ran by nobles and other individuals of influence at the top, with the Grand Stargazer being a hereditary position and the Co-Emperor currently being a permanent occupation of the C.O.R.E. Despite this, lower levels of authority practice democratic self-governance to an extent, as to match the needs of local peoples.

#### Grand Stargazer

Head of Coriusian, their rule is to be respected as so. The Grand Stargazer is a hereditary position, though technically doesn’t have to be, as the Grand Stargazer can choose anyone to inherit their role as long as said individual approves. Heirs are to be trained as enlightened, indisputably competent individuals meant to rule. Tenets of Cayulism also promote the teaching of humbleness, generosity, and respectfulness to heirs, as to portray them as devout followers of the stars. Grand Stargazers cannot be legally overthrown as of currently. Replacement of a Grand Stargazer either occurs with their death or their voluntary resignation.

#### Co-Emperor

Despite the name, the Coriusian Co-Emperor serves more so as a lower, secondary Grand Stargazer than an equal ruler. Though they do have notable power of their own, their role is currently the most ambiguous in its workings. The role was made in 19 NAC by Ghuv’al in hopes that giving the C.O.R.E a major governmental position would ease unrest and legitimize his regime. Though Ghuv’al selected the C.O.R.E personally, it has been stated in recent laws that the C.O.R.E is not to be replaced so long as said laws aren’t void and the C.O.R.E doesn’t commit acts of notable crime. In the case of the Co-Emperor dying, it has been implied that the Grand Stargazer can chose a replacement.

#### Imperial Council

Composed of five hundred total members, those in the Imperial Council are generally either nobility or notable bureaucrats. They are elected by Coriusian’s elites every ten years. The Imperial Council makes decisions with a voting weight of two. In the case of disagreement with either the Grand Stargazer or Co-Emperor, the Imperial Council can override the decision with a five-eighths majority. In the case of disagreement with both the Grand Stargazer and Co-Emperor, the Imperial Council can override the decision with a three-quarters majority. Abstaining members do not count towards the percentage of a decision.

## Nation Stats

### Finances

W.I.P

**23 NAC**

Helvetion, (+600 trillion from Spare Income) (+200 trillion from exports) (-100 trillion from monthly payment to Sokoloff) (-500 trillion to Galactic Federation 1/2) (Overall +200 trillion)

Aresen, (+1,200 trillion from Spare Income) (+1,000 trillion from exports) (-100 trillion from monthly payment to Sokoloff) (-500 trillion to Galactic Federation 2/2) (-180 trillion from “goodwill” payments) (-200 trillion to Holy Eden of New Tvolai 1/5) (-300 trillion to Sibbaldia Republic) (Overall +920 trillion)

Murrius, (+1,200 trillion from Spare Income) (+1,000 trillion from exports) (-100 trillion from monthly payment to Sokoloff) (-180 trillion from “goodwill” payments) (-200 trillion to Holy Eden of New Tvolai 2/5) (+800 trillion from deal with Kleitos) (-500 trillion from volunteer aid to Kleitos) (Overall +2020 trillion)

Aulus, (+1,200 trillion from Spare Income) (+1,000 trillion from exports) (-100 trillion monthly payment to Sokoloff) (-180 trillion from “goodwill” payments) (-200 trillion to Holy Eden of New Tvolai 3/5) (-4,000 from etherlane costs) (-300 trillion for buying a monthly army point from Radha 1/5) (-560 trillion to Kardara Authority 1/5, for next payment, give 140 more than this for next month’s payment) (Overall -3140 trillion)

Lars, (+2,400 trillion from all income) (-100 trillion monthly payment to Sokoloff) (-180 trillion from “goodwill” payments) (-200 trillion to Holy Eden of New Tvolai 4/5, prematurely ended) (-300 trillion for buying a monthly army point from Radsa 2/5) (-700 trillion to Karadara Authority 2/5, prematurely ended) (-500 trillion to Radsa) (-1,100 trillion to KCC) (+680 trillion from Trillic to pay Coriusian’s debt) (Overall 0 trillion)

### Production Centers

Calitan System (2 shipyard points)

Enzutus, Calitan System (2 army complex points)

### Fortresses

Sasaniq Station

Urelius Station

### Operatives

- ??? (Cypher, in Enzutus)

- ??? (Sleuth)

- ??? (Sleuth)

### Etherlane Construction

(Aegisum Route 1/12, will be completed in Aulus, 24 NAC)

## Trade

### Exports

**To Ascalon**

- Food

- Starship Fuel

- Refined Materials

**To Holy Eden of New Tvolai Colony, Rhysaveilin**

- Manufactured Goods (exempted from Ibahut and Hul Proposal)

**To Ibi's Hollow**

- Starship Fuel

**To Sibbaldia Republic**

- Hypersteel

- Antimatter

**To United Persan Descendants**

- Antimatter

- Breach Drives

**To the Krallic Expanse**

- Minerals