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[h2][center][color=9e0b0f]Xin Dynasty[/color][/center][/h2]
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=-=General Information=-=
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[*] An Empire on an island north of Weskas that touches the frozen north
[*] The Dynasty made up largely of beastfolk but welcomes all races 
[*] Formerly a group of city states brought together under the rule of a single dynasty
[*] They speak Xian with sub factions speaking elven 
[*] They do not use an alphabet language and instead use characters for writing
[*] Population - 7.2 million
[*] Manpower - 132,00
[*] Wealth - Modestly Rich
[*] Espionage - Lacking
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[color=9e0b0f]Races[/color]
[hider][color=9e0b0f]Sho (Beastfolk)[/color]
The Sho are a slender race of beastfolk that do not take on all the characteristics of foxes and feline creatures, but just a few traits as they mostly look human. As a race, they have fair light skin that can contrast with tuffs of fur across their body as well as their beast ears and tails that have a far greater range of colors. Sho are known to be calm peaceful people who try and enjoy the finer things in life rather than struggle with difficulty thought they are also known to be quick to anger when they feel their honor is on the line.
[color=9e0b0f]Ning (Humans)[/color]
A race common to most nations found across the world. There is nothing different about the race than in other places besides their paler skin from living farther north.
[color=9e0b0f]Shé (Beastkin)[/color]
The Shé also by another name given to them by those outside of the island where their people were raised, Naga. These beastkin have an human like body from the waist up while the lower half of their body is that of a serpent. A major thing that stands out is their skin is not like their Sho cousins and instead is covered in green scales that stops even the females from growing hair. The human upper half may grow to the size of an average human while the lower half can grow up to ten feet long. They are treated as second class citizens to the Sho for their more inhuman features and mainly stay to the farms outside of the city or are employed as soldiers and sailors. 
[color=9e0b0f]Wěibā rén[/color]
Originally from the mountainous western part of Shimi the Wěibā rén normally just referred to as the Wěibā are a humanoid primate race that are covered completely in short fur. Their faces are very similar to humans which some noticeable features that make it more animalistic. Several notable features of the Wěibā are a prehensile tail that has a wide range of motion and is able to support their whole weight for short amounts of time and half their body weight for extended periods. Another feature would be their feet that are able to be used like another set of hands if needed to be. The nature of their race means that their is a vast difference in shape and size between the members of the race. 
[color=9e0b0f]Jaraxi[/color]
There is a small but stable population of Jaraxi originally from the country of Athalan Union. Their ancestors were former mercenaries that first arrived during the Unification war and decided to stay in the land after their contract was over. Their warrior nature did not leave them when they settling in the country though and offer their services for the military and subjugation forces that fight in the north.
[color=9e0b0f]Mimi (Elves)[/color]
The elves that live in this region of the world are left over generations from the days of the Muha. They had integrated into the population of the beastkin of the land in order to survive after the collapse of their empire and not be forgot to history. There is no resentment towards the elves for the past as it has been far to long and they are given every chance other races are given in the Xin.
[color=9e0b0f]Kita no senshi (Beastkin)[/color]
These are not men that are native to the lands of Xin. They claim to be from north farther than any known lands across the frozen tundras. They resemble massive bears that stand on their hind legs and wear plate armor across their chests and arms while carrying large weapons that no other race could possible wield. These creatures easily dwarf most other races standing at eight to nine feet tall and seem to easily pick up any language they hear. Having no interest in normal politics and venture no farther than the Northern Haungshan Mountains unless lead by a local warlord for a raid.
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[color=9e0b0f]History[/color]
[hider]History spanning the last 600-900 years from important events and giving context where the nation is now, giving an overview of rivals, events, and important lessons which make the nation what it is now.[/hider]
[color=9e0b0f]Culture[/color]
[hider]Explanation of the nation's culture. Essentially, for my own nations, I tend to have this long list which explains many parts of the general culture; Appearance, Craftsmanship, Traditions, Family, Law, Rights, Entertainment, Views on Slavery, Physiology, Cuisine, Education, and Pets. You don't need a list that extensive, but I do expect effort to be put into what these folks are like, and I do enjoy if you could take it from real world medieval cultures[/hider]
[color=9e0b0f]Military[/color]
[hider]Overview of the military, it's style of recruitment, organization, and favored tactics. This is where anything you have for your military and what they will field in their campaign can be read up upon.[/hider]
[color=9e0b0f]Government[/color]
[hider][color=9e0b0f]Imperial Royal Family[/color]
The Xin Dynasty is ruled over by a single bloodline that passes on the right of succession to a worthy heir that proves themselves. The first born is not always the one that is given the title of heir as any sibling may take the title if given the chance. The Emperor or Empress has complete control over the entire government and their word is law with the wave of an arm. The leader does not normally use this absolute power as they recognize it can be viewed as unfavorable to their subjects and instead tends to lead quietly from the top. 

[color=9e0b0f]Hierarchy[/color]
The ones with the most power under the Empress or Emperor are the royal princes and princesses from the main family who hold almost as much power as their parent. They are seen as the ones who are to enact the will of the Emperor and as such they are not questioned when giving orders. There is no check or balance for the power that the princes and princesses hold besides each other and the Emperor or Empress themselves, though if enough other nobles speak and express their disagreement than the prince may back down and reverse their order. 
Underneath the Princes and Princess are the branch families of the main royal family. The leading members of these three families are nobles in the Emperor's court and are often called upon to give advice to the Emperor and princes. These families still hold a decent amount of power and are often given positions as ministers or governors.
Each city state is run by a governor who is appointed by the royal court but generally the title of governor is passed down within a family. These governors their own court of nobles that serve under them that handle all aspects of their city and the surrounding regions. 

[color=9e0b0f]Ministers and Administration[/color]
[list][*]Department of the State
	[list][*]Minister of Revenue - This Minister oversees the census and taxes for the government. This is also the department that controls the treasury.
	[*]Minister of Personnel - This department handles military awards and government appointments. They are the ones that work most closely with the royal family to appoint people to serve the Emperor personally.
	[*]Minister of Justice - This minister is the group that handles all penal processes within the country. They handled the courts in every city and would uphold the laws that were written. The Emperor and Royal family could overrule any rulings made by the Ministry of Justice.
	[*]Minister of Works - This Minister oversees all government run construction projects by contracting worker and artisans while also needing to obtain the required resources for the projects. The department also needed to create and provide government equipment to the other Ministries when required. 
	[*]Minister of Trade - This group worked closely with the Ministry of Revenue to control all trade that entered and left the country. They regulate the trade ships and oversee all relations with other countries.[/list]
[*] Department of War
	[list][*]Council of Generals - Made up of the 8 highest ranking generals in the country created to oversee all military operations and installations across the country. They are tasked with maintaining all the equipment used by the army and making sure the draft census is always current. 
	[*]The Admiralty - The highest ranking admirals of the navy that are tasked with maintaining the fleet for all conditions. They have some control over trade ships and can control the flow of ships that enter and leave the ports if needed. 
	[*]Internal Military - This group handles all subjugation of warlords and pirates within the lands of the Xin Dynasty. They are able to call on forces from both the army and navy as needed and even as their own combined force of soldiers and ships to deal with internal disturbances as needed.[/list]  
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[color=9e0b0f]Religion[/color]
[hider]Views on religion and what is worshiped in the land, who runs the temples, what are the people's general beliefs and superstitions, and how important they are in the affairs of others. Information regarding festivals and magic may as well go here, but I am not against it being put in a different tab.[/hider]
[color=9e0b0f]Economy[/color]
[hider]What resources your nation has, what kind of economy it uses, what is the lifeblood of the country itself? What are the trade and tax policies of the nation, who handles taxes, and what resources are best (or worst) exploited? Information on imports and exports will also go here.[/hider]
[color=9e0b0f]Territory[/color]
[hider]A local map will go here, with provided information on cities, terrain features, and information on local states will go here. The bare bones minimum for this section will require general information on local territory.[/hider]
[color=9e0b0f]Terrain[/color]
[hider][color=9e0b0f]Huangshan Mountains[/color]
The Huangshan Mountains are the land marker for the Northern extent of all lands claimed by the Xin Dynasty. The mountain range is thought to be impassable which thin mountain passes the only way to travel through the mountains. Although the Dynasty claims these lands it does not actually have any control or presence in the region and leaves the area to fend for itself as warlords and pirated control the land and waterways into and out of the mountains.
Lay of your nation's land and internal states, along with information on any beasts and horrors which prowl it. I've mentioned monsters and horror before, but this isn't exactly fully necessary. The more important information is on important landmarks and their relevance for the nation.[/hider]
[color=9e0b0f]Factions[/color]
[hider][color=9e0b0f]Li Family[/color]
The ruling family of the Xin Dynasty. The Li were originally the rulers of the city state of Wangli before the Unity wars that brought all the city states under their rule. The family is made up of a main household along with three branch families that serve the main house as advisers and council in the royal court. The Li keep power by being the intermediate between the various factions within the Dynasty and are held in high regard because of that.
[color=9e0b0f]Takamu Clan[/color]
The combination of two separate Magi families came together to form the Takamu Clan in order to become one of the strongest factions in the nation. Within the Dynasty this group controls about eighty percent of all magical knowledge and it is very rare for them to share their books and techniques with those that are not part of their clan. Whenever a child manifests any magic at all, they are taken to be trained to serve the interests of the clan and the nation as a whole since there is a understanding with the royal family that the clan is allowed autonomy as long as they promise to serve the Dynasty.
[color=9e0b0f]Toke Clan[/color]
A branch clan of the Takamu which has established itself as the religious leaders of the Xin Dynasty. They have built multiple Shrines, Temples and Monasteries across the land that serve the people. The only other faction that is able to train magi and still take in outsiders to serve in the temples and monasteries. 
Information on internal factions such as rebel groups, internal political groups, mercenary companies, secret orders, public orders, religious orders, and other relevant factions and guilds.[/hider]
[color=9e0b0f]Characters[/color]
[hider]This is a page where you place personal information on known rulers and characters likely planned to end up in the RP. Characters don't have to be fully associated with the nation, but do have some association. Any character can be placed here. Just no god modding or weird shit.[/hider]
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