Aquaris

The Flag of Aquaris

The **Sovereignty of Aquaris** is a technocratic monarchy, situated in the sea between Aristios and Redoriv. They reside on islands, nestled between stretches of sea. There are four cities in total. Atlaris, the capital, and three abandoned cities surrounding it. The technocracy is almost completely homogenous, with 90% of the population made up of the Altarians. The Altarians are a seafaring species, and are descendant's of the builders who made the Sea Temples. The rest are populated by citizens of other ethnicities and cultures as well as merchants and diplomats.

The nation of Aquaris was founded by FaveCookie and several notable members such as Tyler12g, Kto\_ia, ludju123456, Hello145.

## History

Millenia ago, the Altari were a blossoming species, spread across the region of Astios in Eldham. However, during this time, the Empire of Qwe'tsn was a rising power in the region. They were human supremacists, and with a few exceptions, annihilated all species who they deemed to be unfit to be in the Empire. Eventually, they reached the Astios peninsula, and attempted to launch a siege on the Altaris cities.

However, the Altaris, having the ability to breathe underwater and their ancient guardians, held the upper hand and drove the Qwe'tsn forces back. But, the cost of life lost in the Qwe'tsn invasion of the Astios peninsula greatly reduced the male population of the Altaris, which slowed birth rates. This would eventually lead to the event known as **"The Great Splinter**", which refers to the split in the Altaris.

The first group decided to permanently seal themselves underwater, and created the Kingship of Altaris. For over a thousand years, this group began constructing massive temples to their gods. These monuments are a testament to the dedication these Altaris had to building the temples, and can still be found all over the oceans of Rathnir and Eldham.

The second group instead decided to adapt to the land, and settled on islands. They too built temples and monuments to their gods, however, these were much less grand. This splinter group became known as the Technocracy of Aquaris over time. Good things, however, rarely last. The first group who constructed the underwater temples were killed by their own creations, the Guardians.

   The second group continued to dwindle in population, almost going extinct. This was not due to underpopulation, but instead a loss in the species' ability to reproduce. Altarian scientists finally developed a solution to this: Cloning.

However, with the discovery of Eldham by Athaz the Traveler, this brought the species and nation to a renaissance. The settlers brought new goods and materials to the islands, and in return, the Technocracy began selling native plants to the settlers.

### **Pre-Modern (Dark Age)**

After the arrival of the species during the early Regolithic period when the **Battlecruiser Leviathan** crashed into a sea. Survivors later become the ancient builders of the ocean monuments and ancestors of the Altari. Which resulted in a dark age lasting Twenty thousand years during the time they were able to connect a end portal for a brief one year. Which allowed a few scientist to study the native plants. Once the portal was cut off during a unexpected event they were left stranded a group left and later formed smaller kingdoms in the area. During the time they lost most of their technology during the dark age and only regained the knowledge after 10,000 years.

Arrival through the End portal was also quite common during the brief moments it was active and stable. However the current home world of **Icaethea Prime** has not answered since the disabled end portal was active. Causing many to have created theories in its destruction or downfall but most likely it is caused by the distances from it to earth.

### Ancient History (Ancient Altarians)

The Ancient Altarians creator of the end portals and ocean monuments were a race of extraterrial. They lived in Icaethea Prime a cold ocean world which consisted of towering cities above the waves. Artifacts left behind from this era are quite unique in design different from modern Altarian technology. Before the downfall of the civilization FaveCookie formed Atlaris. Mostly rare unique plants from the home world or creations of the Ancient Atlarians survive. Most of these are held in special containers which help to preserve it and are farmed extensively. Members of the Altari species are known to keep detailed records of their ancient history including images and paintings of the homeworld.

Other worlds which connected through the end portals indicate that the planets might still be a time capsule of an ancient era. The homeworld is likely destroyed or is now inhabitable but this is merely a theory and no evidence has been retrieved. The end portals which were established on planets were sent by early motherships once connected supplies and fuel could be reloaded and it can continue its long journey. Theories about the end portal have been debated some say it is below the void. However the depth would indicate the environment would be hot and lifeforms that can survive it is unlikely at the depth estimated.

Enderman have been considered by many a unique creature it can teleport and is very slender and tall. After death they drop a vital item which allows the ability to teleport. This is likely a device similar to the Altarian use of the Heart of the sea which can make water breathable and provide power. The power provided is not enough for an Altarian city which now uses Mana power cores. A special device combining the Mana of this world to the technology of the Ancient Altarians. Teleportation is not from reality as many now use the ender pearls to create teleportation pads allowing for short distance travel.

Enderman are considered deformed or abominations who were once Altarians. They have completely lost the ability to speak probably by long exposure to particles in the end. Unknown purple particles and dust could affect many organs and even the voice. Microparticles from space seem to be in the end which can cause respiratory problems or death.

### Wreckage of a glorious era (Ships)

The mothership or main ship known to have carried a large portion of Altarian to the planet has been dormant under the ocean. The location of it could be anywhere some say that it is under Atlaris itself when FaveCookie built it. The rest are scout ships or lightly armed vessels which can carry a maximum of around fifty Altarians.

## Hierarchy

The Technocracy is a Monarchy, meaning the ruler known as the Crowned Sovereign has absolute control over the nation. Historically, this position has belonged to the leader of the state-mandated religion, but in recent years, this position has been split up. There are three princes who are tasked with running smaller cities on the Outer Islands, which encircle the inner island. While some islands are traditionally under the princes the Governing Curators are able to control cities as Governors and to preserve the culture and history of the Altaris people.

A special genetic was developed and created for the holders of titles which identifies them of it. Also provides slight benefits such as increased immunity and longevity while reducing the side effects if the person is a clone or other. Created by scientist under the early reign of FaveCookie around five hundred years to ensure security within the nation.

### Roles

Upper administrative

* **Crowned Sovereign** is the title for the ruler of the nation of Aquaris it was likely used by the Ancient Altarians thousands of years ago referring to "Governor." When the migration of the Ancient Altarians arrived through end portals to set up colonies on worlds. Does not possess a term or limit for this position. Can be granted to one of the princes through the abdication or death of the ruler. On the abdication/retirement of a ruler they will be placed into cryogenic stasis until Aquaris needs them.

* **Prince** comes from Altarian text which mentions a "Princep" or ruler they were originally representative from the home world. Current role is to secure islands they are above a Governing-Curator and control regions. On there abdication or death the position will be reopened for applications. if they retire/abdicate they will be placed into cryogenic stasis until Aquaris needs them once more.

* **Governing-Curator** originates from the curators who would maintain the ancient cities before the dark age. They are above a Mayor and can have three terms each lasting one month.

* **Nobility** this title has the same power as the Governing-Curator and they control states or counties. Unlike a governing curator they do not possess a term and are either granted or born into the title. All Governing-Curators can earn this after completing one term and applying for the position.

Lower administrative

* **Mayor** manage a selected town within the nation will be under a Governor-Curator. Position can be gained through becoming a honorary citizen or an application.

* **Honorary citizen** a selected individual or individuals who are veterans of Aquaris and are highly respected and are able to run for mayor.

* **Citizen** carry out duties they are able to own land, vote, form businesses and can apply to become a Honorary citizen. To become an Honorary citizen you must be in the nation for over 1 month or be a member of the armed forces.

## Old Religion

The once state-mandated religion is Aquatic Enlightenment, which is centered around the study of the stars. Each constellation in the night sky represents one god. Constellation Ursa represents the God of Enlightenment. She is the patron goddess of thinkers. Constellation Vaelus represents the Sea, and bountiful harvests. He is the patron god of fishermen. Constellation Miado represents war and bloodshed. He is the patron god of soldiers and commanders. Lastly, Constellation Glenis represents life and peace. She is the patron god of everyday travelers.

These four constellations were formed years ago when the four gods sacrificed themselves to stop a war. They performed a powerful spell that turned them into nothing but solar dust and slowly formed the constellations as we know it. There are also thousands of minor gods, and most don't even have names.

## Aquatic Enlightenment

However recently scientist studying the activity after death proposed a theory that gods are just ascended beings that were advanced enough to be uplifted into a higher plain of existents either through millions or billions of years of evolution. Scientist are a highly renowned class in the Altaris culture and religion they prefer logic and reasoning. And have been keeping the traditions of there ancestors in worshipping the four main gods in there religion. **But the once state-mandated religion was a cultural symbol instead of a religious one.** Freedom is highly respected in the Altaris way of life and they are devote conservationist respecting all forms of life while staying out of any affairs. This is only a mere theory at this point but has shed some light upon how gods and goddess exist and so many at once.