[center][u][b]United Kingdoms of Dalatrum - Iron Rain - Isotope[/b][/u][/center] [center][hider=UNITED KINGDOMS OF DALATRUM] [img]http://i.imgur.com/7IbtiXr.png[/img] [i]Beyond the clouds we shine[/i] [hider=Government and Economy] [b][u]Type of Government[/u][/b] Dalatrum is a constitutional monarchy, where the ruler is restricted by the Constitution of Dalatrum. They are tough on what kind of powers the royal family is able to have. They are only able to to consulted, advise, and warn parliament when there's an important matter going on. They can't even declare war without parliament's approval and the majority of them are against another war. Parliament would rather focus on expanding Dalatrum's colonial empire than going to war. Because of that, they are very friendly with most of the nations in the world. [u][b]Heads of Government[/b][/u] King Edward IV and Queen Margaret I rule the country as a whole. They both hold the powers to consulted, to advise, and to warn the members of parliament; however, their power is limited by the constitution. The real heads of the government is Parliament, even known they don't admit it to the public. The ruling political party will have more power until the king's and queen's banner. In reality, the royal family is there for power and influence from parliament. And the current political party is against going to war against any nation. [u][b]Economy[/b][/u] WIP [/hider] [hider=History, Demographics, and Culture.] [u][b]Primary Species[/b][/u] Humans makeup the majority of the population in Dalatrum. [u][b]Population[/b][/u] 4,000,000 [u][b]Culture[/b][/u] The nobility of Dalatrum believe that status and appearance are as important as owning tons of money. The Dalatrum culture is renowned for its infighting, with every family engaging on some level in what’s known as the Grand Game, or simply The Game. It's a term applied to the politics and machinations of the nobles, political official, and even rulers of Dalatrum. The politics is an incredibly complicated "game" or "dance" of intrigue, seduction, ambition and scandal, an approach to politics, high culture and morality that is quintessentially from Dalatrum. The political and familial infighting that characterizes the Game is common in the country. The Game's purpose is one-upmanship of rival aristocrats and the rules is simply this: all is accepted as long as the player is not caught, up to and including murder. Paradoxically, however, though direct culpability is undesirable, credit and recognition are demanded. Indeed, an individual known as a skilled player is granted discreet respect among his or her peers. Due to this tension the Game is a losing proposition for the uninitiated, and it is said that more blood is spilled in the Game than in any war in Dalatrum's history. The lower classes are believed by the nations beyond Dalatrum to resent the Game that ostensibly keeps them demeaned. However, most peasants desire to ascend as well, and the vain hope of accruing a generous patron or sufficient funds to gain a title of worth makes them surprisingly accepting of the Game's excesses. It is much less of a meritocracy than it appears, however, and the Game frequently sorts the wheat of Dalatrum society from the chaff. The nobility is prone to wearing very elaborate masks during these events. These masks are hereditary and identify one's family almost as uniquely as the heraldry on a crest: a family might be associated with a lion crest, and matching lion masks will identify them in public. Retainers and servants wear a simpler form of a family's mask. Family symbols are well known among the public eye, and anyone attempting to wear a mask that doesn't belong to their house runs the risk of a quick death if discovered. Wearing makeup is another popular tradition for both men and women in the country. There is both masculine and feminine makeup, although outsiders have trouble telling the difference. Makeup can be a strong indicator of social standing. The quality and rarity of one's makeup—uncommon hues and consistencies are prized—speak volumes of one's status. [u][b]Religious and other Beliefs[/b][/u] There isn't an official religion to the royal family or political officials as they stay away from religious topics. But, the people believe in different kinds of religions in the country. The most popular religion is that there's only one God, that created the planet and the body of water. But, most people don't have a religion to follow. [u][b]History[/b][/u] WIP [/hider] [hider=Geography, Agriculture, and Industry] [u][b]Territory[/b][/u] WIP [u][b]Climate[/b][/u] WIP [u][b]Cities, bases, etc[/b][/u] WIP [u][b]Agriculture[/b][/u] WIP [u][b]Industry[/b][/u] WIP [/hider] [hider=Military] [u][b]Military [/b][/u] WIP [/hider][/hider][/center]