Name:
The Lancian Empire, or more simply Lancia.
Flag:
Form of Government:
Empire
Describe the System:
The Lancian Empire is headed by the Kaiser/Kaiserin, or Emperor/Empress when translated from Lancian, and the long version of the title is “Kaiser/Kaiserin of the Lancian Peoples”, depending on the gender of the current Kaiser/Kaiserin. He or she acts as the unifying symbol for the Entire Empire, and has a lot of political sway and power, and orders from his office are referred to as Imperial Orders. The Kaiser also appoints a Chancellor, who acts as a speaker of the Parliament and helps carry out Imperial Orders, as well as cabinet of Advisers, however their authority is very limited. Beyond that a Parliament exists to help the Kaiser make laws and setup courts, but he may override them. Herrs/Dames, or Lords/Ladies when translated from Lancian rule over individual Statial territories and Imperial Territories, and colonies are ruled over by governors appointed by the Kaiser/Kaiserin. Both the title of Kaiser/Kaiserin and Herr/Dame are hereditary, but by law they can only be passed onto a Lancian Citizen. In the event of death of a Herr or a Dame without a heir or where the title would be passed to a non-Lancian Citizen, the title is redistributed to a new noble family. The title Kaiser/Kaiserin is to have all current Dames and Herrs vote on a new noble family to take the title, if the Kaiser/Kaiserin dies without a heir or the title would pass to a non-Lancian. All of these titles treat men and women equally, and the only matter for inheritance is age, with the oldest receiving it.
It also to be noted that in individual Statial and Imperial Territories that the acting Herr or Dame can create titles of Baron/Baroness to rule over small provinces or cities within individual territories with the Kaiser’s approval. Lesser noble families are chosen for these titles, but they usually do not hold as much power within these positions, as the only powers granted to the Baron/Baroness are chosen by the Herr/Dame, and with a unanimous vote of Parliament and approval of the Kaiser, the title can be revoked and destroyed.
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The Lance Empire divides territories it administers into four types Special Administrative Zones, Statial Territories, Imperial Territories, and Colonial Territories. Special Administrative Zones are reserved for lands which are unique and not governed under the normal system. Currently the only SAZ is the Capital and some of the surrounding land, as to prevent the Kaiser’s residence from being governed under by a Herr or Dame. Statial Territories are those lands which comprise the original Lancian Territories, and usually have a bit more investments into the local industry. Imperial Territories are not colonial territories, but are those territories that were conquered on Edoniras and are not majority ethnic Lancian. The people in these territories are actually allowed to practice their cultural practices without much interference from the government, but monetary incentive is there for those willing to adopt Lancian Names and practices. The final type is Colonial Territories, which are mostly there to provide resources to fuel the Lancian Industrial Machine. While natives are allowed to practice their culture, they are usually granted plots of land and other benefits such as education for adopting Lancian practices, but no direct monetary funding.
Capital:
Primus, this huge city exists is built right on the “River of Verdienter Blut” or River of Honored Blood when translated. This river allows Primus to send goods and messages across Lancia quickly and efficiently, making it a huge industrial center for the Lancia as well.
Important Settlements:
Nurenburg - Nurenburg is the 1st largest population center that also sits on the River of Honored Blood. It's industry is focused on building machines for other factories, thus it is important for Lancian industrial growth.
Warsawzia - 3nd largest population center, and while not entirely Lancian and located in a Imperial Territory, it has huge factories.
Hanshan - Capital of the Statial Territory of Hantan and 4rd Largest in terms of Population, it boasts the 2nd biggest military base next to Primus as well as decent naval base.
Biel - 5th largest in population, as well as boasting a huge industrial complex responsible for constructing naval ships and other weapons.
Tague - While not having much industry it has great access to natural resources, and guards the only pass through the Tanalp Mountains into the Lancian Mainland.
Description:
Lancia has long since prided itself on the pride the people have for the fatherland, the degree of hard work it’s people has which has created it’s strong industry, and it’s rich military and warrior tradition. The Lancian People are proud warriors, and many veterans exist still serving and in retirement. This is where the Iron Cross comes from, it denotes someone who is considered to have honored blood and they are well respected and often have high positions in society. The military tradition has existed since the earliest days of Lancian history, when foreign powers sought to conquer the land, after they failed Lancians conquered their lands for themselves and the warrior traditions were born. Lancians are also hard workers, which has allowed them to create a strong and large industry. This mainly stems from their national pride, as they wanted to assist and strengthen the fatherland.
The Architecture of Lancia exemplifies efficiency and production, making sure that every inch of space is efficient as possible. While this does lead to some rather boring looking cities, the Lancians are still very much cultured when it comes to art, music, and literature. A lot of it is focused on Lancia and the fatherland , but plenty of other subject matter has been explored by Lancia’s arts. Science is also encouraged, although to Lancia liberalism has been depicted as a evil beast, effectively squashing it’s spread.
For religion the Lancians believe in one god, their church being a split off of a another one as the main one refused to reform. Most notably Priests are allowed to marry, and the religion treats men and women as equal, and so does Lancian Society. A few other denominations exist, but the split-off church is the main one, with about 93% of the population following it, in addition to the Kaiser and his family.
Due to the wide variance of cultures that were conquered by Lancia and assimilation since then, it is hard to give a decent overview of them all. They all do however have similar linguistic origins, and some holidays and other certain practices remain the same between the various groups.
The Lancian military is divided into the
Kaiser Lancian Streitkräfte and the
Kaiserliche Marine Lancian (Imperial Lancian Armed Forces and Imperial Lancian Navy). The
Kaiser Lancian Streitkräfte is known for being some of the best soldiers in entire world. There has however been complaints about how the Navy is commanded however. While it is treated as separate organization within the military, it still falls under the command of the
Kaiser Lancian Streitkräfte’s Generals. This had lead to the Generals placing the Naval Training Schools on land and not providing boats for the sailors to get used to sea travel. This often improper command of the Navy has lead to inexperienced sailors and bad tactics by the Generals since they are used to land not naval command. The Lancian people are often unsupportive of naval affairs due to these losses, and money need to help maintain ships is not provided, leaving them in horrid states of disrepair. Despite this officers within the Navy are campaigning to create a Admiralege to command the navy separately and provide proper facilities for sailors to train in as well as proper education for Admirals to command fleets, and money to repair ships of course.
The Lancian currency is made up of various coins and paper bills, with the faces of past Kaisers stamped onto them. It is also to be noted that the Lancian currency is backed by gold, wherein paper bills can be taken to any branch of the Lancian National Bank and be exchanged for it’s value in gold.
Important Characters:
Kaiser Gabriel Wilhelm the 2nd - Current reigning Kaiser of the Lancian Empire, he seeks to reform the country into a capitalist nation to benefit it’s growth. He also believes that peaceful unification with Lancia’s Numburg brothers is possible, and is seeking to accomplish this as well.
Prinz Erich Wilhelm - Crown Prince for the title of Kaiser, he is known for being a brilliant soldier on the battlefield as he demanded to his father that he let him serve. He earned the Iron Cross and is currently studying politics and military strategy under the Chancellor.
Princess Alena Wilhelm - Erich's sister, while not as skilled at warfare she studied under the Chancellor while Gregor was away, and as become a master manipulator and a great speech maker. She is still at heart, a kind person.
Chancellor Gregor Ignatz - A old man who knew the current Kaiser when he was merely a child, while he did rise to the position late in life he still has great cunning and ambition. He planned and led many offensives and knows how politics and international politics work perfectly.
Dieter Egon - Captain of the Royal Guard, he bears the Iron Cross and as steadfast and loyal to the Wilhelm Family. He watched over Gabriel's two children while he was away or busy, and thus has formed a special bond with the two.
*will probably be more characters, I just forgot some*
Traits:
Starting Points 3
Strong Industry -2
Local Empire -3
Large Army -2
Professional Army -3
Scared of Water: +3
Landlubbers +1
State Controlled Economy +1
Rusted Hulls +2
*Need to be balanced, waiting for Gowia to do some things before I do however*
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