Shogunate of Varisy

The **Shogunate of Varisy** is a large nation on the continent of Havønea. It is home to mainly Humans but also some Elves.

## Brief History

After the migration period, the people that settled in the area formed the Shogunate Order of Varifell which would end up falling into ruin after the southern provinces broke off and formed the Fallen Order of Xayafell because the Shogun and northern provinces would not allow them to adopt Uckism as the primary religion of the nation or area. This was when the Shogunate of Varisy was formed and a major war ensued but after the assassination of the Shogun, Varsity surrendered to Xayafell and gave up land for peace. They rebuilt, elected a new Shogun, and eventually made peace with Xayafell, and joined ONA. They helped repair Xayafell and rebuild themselves and now contribute to the fight against Piracy in the Grand Blue and aid the Allied Navy.

## Religion and Culture

There is no religion in Varisy however there are shrines where people can pray to be connected and speak with their ancestors. Their ancestors will guide them through their lives journey and accompany them into the afterlife so prayer and meditation to reach the ancestors are necessary for most citizens of Varisy.

## Varisy Architecture

Varisy Architecture uses mainly Dark Oak and Birch wood along with stone. Shrines can be found all across Varisy on mountains, in towns and cities, and anywhere there can be one. Paneled doors are very common all around and curved roofs with very nice trims are common. Dark prismarine is imported from Sarya so that is used in roofs as well.

## Symbolism

The people of Varisy are extremely loyal to their Shogun and the values demonstrated by the government. The Katanas forged in Varisy are one of the most special things to the citizens of the nation. Special Robes and unique styles of swordsmanship and martial arts are quite common and differ heavily all around Varisy.

## Complete History

### Shogunate Order of Varifell Era

After the migration period, many humans landed in the northern area of Havønea and together slowly gathered the village's leaders from all over the area to form the Shogunate Order of Varifell. The name came from the 2 largest villages, Varisie and Xonafell. A Shogun was appointed to rule over the entire nation and this Shogun would establish a military of trained warriors ready to defend the area. However, a conflict would arise when the southern provinces wished to adopt Uckism as an official religion which the northern provinces and Shogun disagreed with.

### Warring Nations Era

After tensions grew exponentially the 2 sides, the north and south, would split and go to war with each other. This was when the Fallen Order of Xayafell and the Shogunate of Varisy was formed. They fought endlessly with neither side making much progress, however after many months of fighting and tons of casualties, Xayafell would send Varisy retreating after a covert operation was carried out which ended in the assassination of the Shogun of Varisy. Suffering from the loss of their leader Varisy surrendered to Xayafell and gave up many miles of open territory across the coasts.

### Shogunate of Varisy Era

After the war, Varisy formed into what it looks like and acts like today. A new Shogun was chosen and after many apologies, it was accepted into ONA. After a while to cool off, it helped with repairs in Xayafell and repaired the destroyed areas of its own lands. Today they contribute to ending piracy in the Grand Blue and help the Allied Navy attempt to achieve peace.