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OVERVIEW
This protocol is depicting Beluzia as the last part of the so-called "Celdic Wall" of Celtic nations in Artania. In Beluzia's case, it is a Manx-inspired nation with some Latin spice added in, as a result of historic Selucian colonisation and the blend with local communities.

ETHNICITIES
Despite the long-lasting Luthorian colonisation and dominance in Beluzia, it wasn't enough to sweep away indigenous to the land Layellan (Manx) people, who have lived here for centuries, if not millenias. Layellans are the predominant ethnic group in Beluzia, yet Selucian (Latin) minorities still make up a significant amount of the population. Bailonans (Galician), as the name suggests come and live on the nation's Bailon Islands, where the ancestors of Selucian imperials colonisators escaped to survive the collapse of the colonial administration and Luthorian trials. The groups have blended in with the locals, forming a unique ethnic and linguistic group of both Selucian and Celdic nature. The presence of Luthorians and Darnussians as the nations neighbouring Beluzia, especially the former, can be traced back to their history of colonisers, merchants or others, who have visited once and never left afterwards.

» 79% Layellan (Manx)
» 9% Bailonans (Galician)
» 6% Luthorian (English)
» 2% Darnussian (German)
» 4% Other

LANGUAGES
Despite the Constitution of Beluzia describing Layellan (Manx) as the "national language", the Luthorian (English) language remains used by the majority of the nation, except for the Bailon Islands which speaks both Layellan and Bailonan (Galician) and the rural coastal areas of Beluzia, or lands damaged less by the Luthorian colonisation. Addtionally, closely to the northern and eastern borders of Beluzia it is possible to hear Fìor-Caldorian (Scottish), Darnusian (German) or Narik (Dutch) languages in the local households.


RELIGION
Beluzia, just like it's neighbours and culturally close nations is predominantly Hosian (Christian) nation, following a Luthoran (Protestant) branch of the Hosianism, influenced by the Luthorian missionaires. Aurorianists (Catholics) and non-religious citizens also make up a big chunk of the population, meanwhile a smaller group of Beluzians have stated that they follow Matthiasism (Baptism), a small [font=sans-serif]denomination within the Luthoran branch of the Church.
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» 68% Hosianism (Christianity)
→ 43% Luthoranism (Protestant)
→ 21% Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholic Church)
→ 4% Congregationalism (Nonconformist Protestant Church)
» 21% Non-religious
» 5% Matthiasism (Baptism)
» 2% Not stated
» 4% Other

NAMING
The majority of characters in Beluzia should have either Manx names, Galician names, Luthorian names or a combination of two of your choice. A smaller amount of characters could maintain names of the neighbouring nations, or other nations, as long as you can explain as to why that is possible.

Manx name generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/manx-names.php
Galician name generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/ga...-names.php]]> https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-125-post-...ml#pid5699

OVERVIEW
This protocol is depicting Beluzia as the last part of the so-called "Celdic Wall" of Celtic nations in Artania. In Beluzia's case, it is a Manx-inspired nation with some Latin spice added in, as a result of historic Selucian colonisation and the blend with local communities.

ETHNICITIES
Despite the long-lasting Luthorian colonisation and dominance in Beluzia, it wasn't enough to sweep away indigenous to the land Layellan (Manx) people, who have lived here for centuries, if not millenias. Layellans are the predominant ethnic group in Beluzia, yet Selucian (Latin) minorities still make up a significant amount of the population. Bailonans (Galician), as the name suggests come and live on the nation's Bailon Islands, where the ancestors of Selucian imperials colonisators escaped to survive the collapse of the colonial administration and Luthorian trials. The groups have blended in with the locals, forming a unique ethnic and linguistic group of both Selucian and Celdic nature. The presence of Luthorians and Darnussians as the nations neighbouring Beluzia, especially the former, can be traced back to their history of colonisers, merchants or others, who have visited once and never left afterwards.

» 79% Layellan (Manx)
» 9% Bailonans (Galician)
» 6% Luthorian (English)
» 2% Darnussian (German)
» 4% Other

LANGUAGES
Despite the Constitution of Beluzia describing Layellan (Manx) as the "national language", the Luthorian (English) language remains used by the majority of the nation, except for the Bailon Islands which speaks both Layellan and Bailonan (Galician) and the rural coastal areas of Beluzia, or lands damaged less by the Luthorian colonisation. Addtionally, closely to the northern and eastern borders of Beluzia it is possible to hear Fìor-Caldorian (Scottish), Darnusian (German) or Narik (Dutch) languages in the local households.


RELIGION
Beluzia, just like it's neighbours and culturally close nations is predominantly Hosian (Christian) nation, following a Luthoran (Protestant) branch of the Hosianism, influenced by the Luthorian missionaires. Aurorianists (Catholics) and non-religious citizens also make up a big chunk of the population, meanwhile a smaller group of Beluzians have stated that they follow Matthiasism (Baptism), a small [font=sans-serif]denomination within the Luthoran branch of the Church.
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» 68% Hosianism (Christianity)
→ 43% Luthoranism (Protestant)
→ 21% Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholic Church)
→ 4% Congregationalism (Nonconformist Protestant Church)
» 21% Non-religious
» 5% Matthiasism (Baptism)
» 2% Not stated
» 4% Other

NAMING
The majority of characters in Beluzia should have either Manx names, Galician names, Luthorian names or a combination of two of your choice. A smaller amount of characters could maintain names of the neighbouring nations, or other nations, as long as you can explain as to why that is possible.

Manx name generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/manx-names.php
Galician name generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/ga...-names.php]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=385 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:50:52 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=385 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=703732

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Vorona is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the cultural protocol which all players in the country must abide.

OVERVIEW
In many aspects, Vorona's Cultural Protocol reflects that of the English-speaking Afro & Indo-Caribbean. If it were to be brought to a singular entity, it mirrors that of the West Indies Federation (1958-1962) if it had survived to the modern era.

ETHNICITIES
The ethnicities present in Vorona represent a melting pot of diverse cultures. The nation’s predominant Kariga-Voronan culture traces much of its roots to numerous voyages by Asli settlers, who initially settled on the island to escape religious and political persecution in Talmoria and Statrica as well as colonialism (many were brought to the island either as slaves or indentured labourers from Talmoria and Statrica following the initial free voyages). The same could be said about the nation's Raktavani Voronan population, who came to the island as indentured labourers. The Luthorian, Gaduri and Yingdalan cultural groups can trace much of their lineage to colonisers, explorers and traders who settled on the island.

» 45% Kariga-Voronan (Afro-Caribbean)
» 30% Raktavani-Voronan (Indo-Caribbean)
» 12% Mixed/Akigan-Esinsundu (Mix between Afro-Caribbean and Luthorian)
» 7% Luthorian (English)
» 3% Gaduri (Mexican/Latin American)
» 2% Yingdalan (Chinese)
» 1% Other

LANGUAGES
The primary language of Vorona is Luthorian (English) which is spoken by the vast majority of the nation. As a largely multi-lingual society, Vorona is sort of a melting pot for languages. The nation’s majority Kariga-Voronan population, aside from speaking standard Luthorian, primarily speak a more broken Luthorian which combines elements from standard Luthorian, Asli, Gaduri and Yingdalan languages present on the island; or what is considered within Vorona as “Voronan Creole” or “Voronan Luthorian Creole”.

» 100% Luthorian (English)
» 87% Voronan Creole / Voronan Luthorian Creole (English Creole)
» 12% Voronan Kalkali (Caribbean Hindustani)
» 5% Egelian (Spanish)
» 3% Yingdalan (Zhongyuan Mandarin Chinese)

RELIGION
» 71% Hosianism (Christianity)
→ 24% Luthoranism (Protestant)
→ 22% Terran Patriarchal Church (Eastern Orthodoxy)
→ 16% Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholic Church)
→ 9% Congregationalism (Nonconformist Protestant Church)
» 13% Ahmadism (Islam)
» 7% Agnostic/Unobservant
» 5% Atheist
» 4% Other Religions

NAMING
The majority of characters in Vorona should have either Afro-Caribbean names (Trinidadian and/or Jamaican), Indo-Caribbean names, Luthorian names or a combination of both. A smaller amount of characters could maintain Hispanic and/or Chinese names.

Trinidadian Name Generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/tr...-names.php
Jamaican Name Generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/ja...-names.php
Hispanic Name Generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/hi...-names.php
Chinese Name Generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/chinese-names.php]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=703732

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Vorona is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the cultural protocol which all players in the country must abide.

OVERVIEW
In many aspects, Vorona's Cultural Protocol reflects that of the English-speaking Afro & Indo-Caribbean. If it were to be brought to a singular entity, it mirrors that of the West Indies Federation (1958-1962) if it had survived to the modern era.

ETHNICITIES
The ethnicities present in Vorona represent a melting pot of diverse cultures. The nation’s predominant Kariga-Voronan culture traces much of its roots to numerous voyages by Asli settlers, who initially settled on the island to escape religious and political persecution in Talmoria and Statrica as well as colonialism (many were brought to the island either as slaves or indentured labourers from Talmoria and Statrica following the initial free voyages). The same could be said about the nation's Raktavani Voronan population, who came to the island as indentured labourers. The Luthorian, Gaduri and Yingdalan cultural groups can trace much of their lineage to colonisers, explorers and traders who settled on the island.

» 45% Kariga-Voronan (Afro-Caribbean)
» 30% Raktavani-Voronan (Indo-Caribbean)
» 12% Mixed/Akigan-Esinsundu (Mix between Afro-Caribbean and Luthorian)
» 7% Luthorian (English)
» 3% Gaduri (Mexican/Latin American)
» 2% Yingdalan (Chinese)
» 1% Other

LANGUAGES
The primary language of Vorona is Luthorian (English) which is spoken by the vast majority of the nation. As a largely multi-lingual society, Vorona is sort of a melting pot for languages. The nation’s majority Kariga-Voronan population, aside from speaking standard Luthorian, primarily speak a more broken Luthorian which combines elements from standard Luthorian, Asli, Gaduri and Yingdalan languages present on the island; or what is considered within Vorona as “Voronan Creole” or “Voronan Luthorian Creole”.

» 100% Luthorian (English)
» 87% Voronan Creole / Voronan Luthorian Creole (English Creole)
» 12% Voronan Kalkali (Caribbean Hindustani)
» 5% Egelian (Spanish)
» 3% Yingdalan (Zhongyuan Mandarin Chinese)

RELIGION
» 71% Hosianism (Christianity)
→ 24% Luthoranism (Protestant)
→ 22% Terran Patriarchal Church (Eastern Orthodoxy)
→ 16% Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholic Church)
→ 9% Congregationalism (Nonconformist Protestant Church)
» 13% Ahmadism (Islam)
» 7% Agnostic/Unobservant
» 5% Atheist
» 4% Other Religions

NAMING
The majority of characters in Vorona should have either Afro-Caribbean names (Trinidadian and/or Jamaican), Indo-Caribbean names, Luthorian names or a combination of both. A smaller amount of characters could maintain Hispanic and/or Chinese names.

Trinidadian Name Generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/tr...-names.php
Jamaican Name Generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/ja...-names.php
Hispanic Name Generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/hi...-names.php
Chinese Name Generator: https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/chinese-names.php]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=384 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:50:01 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=384 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=627654

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Talmoria is a "culturally protected" nation. Below is the cultural protocol which all players in the nation must abide. Throughout the document, the real-life equivalent is shown in brackets next to the in-game name.

Passed: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=625568
Moderation approval: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...96#p160496

--OVERVIEW--

Talmoria is a somewhat ethnically heterogeneous country. The primary cultural group in Talmoria are the Asli (West African) peoples, a broad collection of various ethnic groups with diverse cultural and linguistic traditions. Within this grouping, there are an array of more specific ethnic and linguistic groups. Among the most notable are the Mbowema (Akan) people, the Orun (Yoruba) people, the Keobi (Igbo) people and the Agusa (Fon) people.

In terms of religion, the majority of the population adheres to Ahmadism (Islam), a legacy of the Asli Sultanate that ruled the region for a significant period of its history. The practice of Ahmadism varies between regions and frequently involves a degree of syncretism with indigenous Asli religious beliefs (traditional West African religions). The same is true of the Hosian (Christian) population.

--ETHNICITY--

» Asli (West African)- 57%
» Watembo (Swahili)- 7%
» Shinjalan (Amerindian)- 6%
» Ebako (Bakongo)- 5%
» Talmori (mixed-race West African)- 4%
» Yingdalan (Han Chinese)- 4%
» Ananti (Punjabi)- 3%
» Kunihito (Japanese)- 3%
» Khoni (Sindhi)- 2%
» Hanzai (Thai)- 2%
» Kalam (Tamil)- 2%
» Other- 5%

--RELIGION--

» Ahmadism (Islam)- 64%
» Traditional Asli religions (traditional West African religions)- 9%
» Hosianism (Christianity)- 9%
» Daenism (Buddhism)- 8%
» Geraja (Hinduism)- 5%
» Irreligious- 2%
» Other- 3%

--LANGUAGE--

Talmoria is a linguistically diverse country. In practical terms, it is common for individuals to speak a "home language" among family as well as a "business language" for communication with people outside of their town or village. Among the most commonly spoken languages are the Mbowema (Akan) language, the Orun (Yoruba) language, the Keobi (Igbo) language, the Agusa (Fon) language and the Fotu (Kwa) languages. Constitutional variables and political party names may be in any of these languages or a combination of them.

--INFORMATION/TOOLS--

Google translate: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=627654

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Talmoria is a "culturally protected" nation. Below is the cultural protocol which all players in the nation must abide. Throughout the document, the real-life equivalent is shown in brackets next to the in-game name.

Passed: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=625568
Moderation approval: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...96#p160496

--OVERVIEW--

Talmoria is a somewhat ethnically heterogeneous country. The primary cultural group in Talmoria are the Asli (West African) peoples, a broad collection of various ethnic groups with diverse cultural and linguistic traditions. Within this grouping, there are an array of more specific ethnic and linguistic groups. Among the most notable are the Mbowema (Akan) people, the Orun (Yoruba) people, the Keobi (Igbo) people and the Agusa (Fon) people.

In terms of religion, the majority of the population adheres to Ahmadism (Islam), a legacy of the Asli Sultanate that ruled the region for a significant period of its history. The practice of Ahmadism varies between regions and frequently involves a degree of syncretism with indigenous Asli religious beliefs (traditional West African religions). The same is true of the Hosian (Christian) population.

--ETHNICITY--

» Asli (West African)- 57%
» Watembo (Swahili)- 7%
» Shinjalan (Amerindian)- 6%
» Ebako (Bakongo)- 5%
» Talmori (mixed-race West African)- 4%
» Yingdalan (Han Chinese)- 4%
» Ananti (Punjabi)- 3%
» Kunihito (Japanese)- 3%
» Khoni (Sindhi)- 2%
» Hanzai (Thai)- 2%
» Kalam (Tamil)- 2%
» Other- 5%

--RELIGION--

» Ahmadism (Islam)- 64%
» Traditional Asli religions (traditional West African religions)- 9%
» Hosianism (Christianity)- 9%
» Daenism (Buddhism)- 8%
» Geraja (Hinduism)- 5%
» Irreligious- 2%
» Other- 3%

--LANGUAGE--

Talmoria is a linguistically diverse country. In practical terms, it is common for individuals to speak a "home language" among family as well as a "business language" for communication with people outside of their town or village. Among the most commonly spoken languages are the Mbowema (Akan) language, the Orun (Yoruba) language, the Keobi (Igbo) language, the Agusa (Fon) language and the Fotu (Kwa) languages. Constitutional variables and political party names may be in any of these languages or a combination of them.

--INFORMATION/TOOLS--

Google translate: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=383 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:10:08 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=383 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=699569

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Lourenne is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the cultural protocol which all players in the country must abide.
--OVERVIEW--

Lourenne is a culturally diverse country, inhabited by native peoples as well as later settler groups. The dominant ethno-linguistic group are the Canrillaise people, who originated in southern Seleya.


--ETHNICITY--

» Canrillaise (French)- 67%
» Orinco (Mayan)- 13%
» Egelian (Spanish)- 7%
» Dalehi (Fula)- 5%
» Orun (Yoruba)- 3%
» Other- 5%

--RELIGION--

» Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Catholicism)- 60%
» Society of Brethren (Quakerism)- 18%
» Orinco polytheism (Mayan religion)- 6%
» Irreligious- 12%
» Other- 4%

--LANGUAGE--

The official language of Lourenne is Canrillaise (French). Although many minority groups speak their native languages too, this is usually in addition to Canrillaise not instead of it.
.

--INFORMATION/TOOLS--

Google translate: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/
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Passed Bill:http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.php?billid=627912
Moderation Approval:http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?p=161224#p161224]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=699569

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Lourenne is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the cultural protocol which all players in the country must abide.
--OVERVIEW--

Lourenne is a culturally diverse country, inhabited by native peoples as well as later settler groups. The dominant ethno-linguistic group are the Canrillaise people, who originated in southern Seleya.


--ETHNICITY--

» Canrillaise (French)- 67%
» Orinco (Mayan)- 13%
» Egelian (Spanish)- 7%
» Dalehi (Fula)- 5%
» Orun (Yoruba)- 3%
» Other- 5%

--RELIGION--

» Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Catholicism)- 60%
» Society of Brethren (Quakerism)- 18%
» Orinco polytheism (Mayan religion)- 6%
» Irreligious- 12%
» Other- 4%

--LANGUAGE--

The official language of Lourenne is Canrillaise (French). Although many minority groups speak their native languages too, this is usually in addition to Canrillaise not instead of it.
.

--INFORMATION/TOOLS--

Google translate: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/
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Passed Bill:http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.php?billid=627912
Moderation Approval:http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?p=161224#p161224]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=382 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:08:22 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=382 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=700288

Approved: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p192963
Update in line with the prior duly passed cultural protocol: (http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=638371)

Overview

Seko has a rich in-game history and culture that goes beyond simply being a Japanese equivalent. Seko’s culture is largely based on that of the Ryukyu Islands, primarily the Ryukyu Kingdom and the Okinawa Prefecture, in addition to having Mayan, French, Scandinavian, Chinese and other East Asian influences.

Throughout this document, brackets are used to highlight real-life equivalents of in-game terms.

Pre-Game History

The first recorded events in Sekowan history are represented by the old Orinco (Mayan) civilization which flourished in antiquity. Seko was first unified under the Orinco-led Tsekwon Empire, which lasted until 589 CE when the Empire collapsed into a number of independent kingdoms and city-states.

In the 13th century most of Seko was conquered by the Empire of Gao-Soto (Medieval Japan/Imperial China), until Gao-Soto was conquered and colonized by Luthori and Seko again entered a period of disunity. The nation was again unified under the Kunihito (Japanese) Kingdom of Sekowo in the 17th century, which was to last until 1875. The Kingdom of Sekowo was brought under the colonial control of Egelion, and the colony was later transferred under the control of Rildanor. In 2193 Seko gained its independence as the Union of Sekowo.

For more history from 2193 onward, visit the wiki page linked below.

Demographics: Ethnicity
(As % of national population)

» Ethnic Sekowan (Ryukyuan/Japanese people): 62,8%
» Orinco (Mayan): 17,9%
» Sécowonnais (Mixed): 8,9%
» Dapuraiburu Kunihito (Naichi Japanese people): 2,5%
» Kyo (Korean): 1,9%
» Hulstrians (Austrian): 1%
» Other: 5%

The Sekowans constitute the largest ethnic group in Seko. Sekowans are based on the Ryukyuan and Japanese people culturally. They are a subgroup of the larger Kunihito (Japanese) cultural group, which is itself a part of the Gao-Showa (East Asian) meta-group. While many Sekowans are secular, the majority culturally identify with the Sekowan version of Kamism (Shinto), which is based on the Ryukyuan religion, and/or Daenism (Buddhism), Guidao (Taoism) and Jienism (Confucianism).

The Orincos are the second largest ethnic group in Seko, which was in antiquity the cradle of Orinco civilization. Orincos are based on contemporary Mayans, and most speak the Orinco language (Mayan languages) in addition to Kunihito (Japanese). Most Orincos adhere to Orinco Polytheism (Mayan Religion), although many also practice Kamism (Shinto), Daenism (Buddhism), and/or Hosianism (Christianity). Orincos belong to the Shinjalan (Mesoamerican) meta-group.

The Sécowonnais are a small, but significant minority group who trace their descent to mixed parentage between Seko's larger ethnic groups.

In the last centuries, the population of Sekowo has increased from 70,219,341 to 70,375,116 (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=9554). This is only due to migration of ethnic Kunihito people from Hultria-Mikuni (see the CP of Hulstria: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=698633). They constitute an aoutomous identity called "Dapuraiburu" (again, see Hulstrian CP), well integrated in Sekowan society.

Demographics: Language

Kunikata (Japanese) is the lingua franca of the society and is spoken by the vast majority of people living in Seko. Sekowan (Ryukyuan languages, mainly Okinawan) is the second most widely spoken language in Seko. Sekowan is considered a dialect of Kunikata (Japanese) and is used mostly in informal contexts by members of the Sekowan majority.

Minority populations often speak their own native languages in addition to Kunikata, proportional to population size. In modern society children are often taught a foreign language, most notably Luthorian (English) due to its commercial and political dominance, but also French (Canrillaise), Kazulian (Norewegian), Indralan (Chinese), and/or Kyo (Korean).

Tsekwon (Classic Maya) is the classical language of the Orinco people, and besides its role as the liturgical language of Orinco Polytheism it is sometimes used as a language of prestige by Orincos. Nevertheless, the majority of Orincos today speak Orinco (Yucatan Maya) in addition to Kunikata (Japanese).

Demographics: Religion
(As % of national population)

» Sekowan Kamism (Shinto/Ryukyuan religions): 29%
» Daenism (Buddhism): 18%
⠀⠀ ↳ Maitrayana (Mahayana schools): 8%
⠀⠀ ↳ Zenshō (Zen schools): 7%
⠀⠀ ↳ Thanavada (Theravada schools): 2%
⠀⠀ ↳ Other schools/traditions: 1%
» Orinco Polytheism (Mayan religion): 10%
» Hosian (Christian): 4%
⠀⠀ ↳ Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Catholic): 3%
⠀⠀ ↳ Other: 1%
» Jienism (Confucianism): 3%
» Guidao (Taoism): 3%
» Other: 5%
» Primarily atheist/agnostic: 28%

There has long been a distinction between cultural identification and religious belief in Seko, as there is in Japan, though the degrees of each have fluctuated over the course of Seko's long history. Most religions in Seko are practiced in syncretism, such that while a small population may identify with Daenism, for example, it is likely that many Kamists also participate or believe in Daenist practices and teachings. Additionally, many people who identify as primarily secular may participate in religious events, and frequent places of worship.

The two most prominent religions in Seko are Sekowan Kamism (Shinto, influenced by Ryukyuan Religion), and Daenism (Buddhism). Sekowan Kamism differs from the mainstream version of the religion in numerous aspects, primarily the belief in the spiritual superiority of women. The vast majority of Gao-Showan (East Asian) religions having some degree of presence can be found in Seko.

Orinco Polytheism (Mayan religion) is adhered to largely by Orinco peoples. The religion has a large pantheon of gods and heroes, and a central aspect of the religion is sacrifice, historically including blood sacrifice, but manifesting in modern Seko largely as grain sacrifice.

Character Naming

Character names should be based on a reasonable interpretation of the ethnic/linguistic breakdown above, i.e. primarily Japanese or Ryukyuan names. Seko conforms with East Asian naming conventions, in that the surname of a character should come before the given name.

Rildanorian (French), Hulstrian (Austrian German) and Kazulian (Norwegian) surnames are rare but present in the country, especially in the mixed Sécowonnais group. The majority of the surnames are however of Kunihito or, to a lesser extent, Orinco origin.

Helpful Links

Wiki Page: http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Seko
Sekowan political parties (past and present): https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Polit...es_in_Seko
Forum Newspaper: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=81
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=8575
Official Discord channel: https://discordapp.com/invite/a6qWkB5
Player-compiled language translation and naming resources: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=592823]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=700288

Approved: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p192963
Update in line with the prior duly passed cultural protocol: (http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=638371)

Overview

Seko has a rich in-game history and culture that goes beyond simply being a Japanese equivalent. Seko’s culture is largely based on that of the Ryukyu Islands, primarily the Ryukyu Kingdom and the Okinawa Prefecture, in addition to having Mayan, French, Scandinavian, Chinese and other East Asian influences.

Throughout this document, brackets are used to highlight real-life equivalents of in-game terms.

Pre-Game History

The first recorded events in Sekowan history are represented by the old Orinco (Mayan) civilization which flourished in antiquity. Seko was first unified under the Orinco-led Tsekwon Empire, which lasted until 589 CE when the Empire collapsed into a number of independent kingdoms and city-states.

In the 13th century most of Seko was conquered by the Empire of Gao-Soto (Medieval Japan/Imperial China), until Gao-Soto was conquered and colonized by Luthori and Seko again entered a period of disunity. The nation was again unified under the Kunihito (Japanese) Kingdom of Sekowo in the 17th century, which was to last until 1875. The Kingdom of Sekowo was brought under the colonial control of Egelion, and the colony was later transferred under the control of Rildanor. In 2193 Seko gained its independence as the Union of Sekowo.

For more history from 2193 onward, visit the wiki page linked below.

Demographics: Ethnicity
(As % of national population)

» Ethnic Sekowan (Ryukyuan/Japanese people): 62,8%
» Orinco (Mayan): 17,9%
» Sécowonnais (Mixed): 8,9%
» Dapuraiburu Kunihito (Naichi Japanese people): 2,5%
» Kyo (Korean): 1,9%
» Hulstrians (Austrian): 1%
» Other: 5%

The Sekowans constitute the largest ethnic group in Seko. Sekowans are based on the Ryukyuan and Japanese people culturally. They are a subgroup of the larger Kunihito (Japanese) cultural group, which is itself a part of the Gao-Showa (East Asian) meta-group. While many Sekowans are secular, the majority culturally identify with the Sekowan version of Kamism (Shinto), which is based on the Ryukyuan religion, and/or Daenism (Buddhism), Guidao (Taoism) and Jienism (Confucianism).

The Orincos are the second largest ethnic group in Seko, which was in antiquity the cradle of Orinco civilization. Orincos are based on contemporary Mayans, and most speak the Orinco language (Mayan languages) in addition to Kunihito (Japanese). Most Orincos adhere to Orinco Polytheism (Mayan Religion), although many also practice Kamism (Shinto), Daenism (Buddhism), and/or Hosianism (Christianity). Orincos belong to the Shinjalan (Mesoamerican) meta-group.

The Sécowonnais are a small, but significant minority group who trace their descent to mixed parentage between Seko's larger ethnic groups.

In the last centuries, the population of Sekowo has increased from 70,219,341 to 70,375,116 (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=9554). This is only due to migration of ethnic Kunihito people from Hultria-Mikuni (see the CP of Hulstria: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=698633). They constitute an aoutomous identity called "Dapuraiburu" (again, see Hulstrian CP), well integrated in Sekowan society.

Demographics: Language

Kunikata (Japanese) is the lingua franca of the society and is spoken by the vast majority of people living in Seko. Sekowan (Ryukyuan languages, mainly Okinawan) is the second most widely spoken language in Seko. Sekowan is considered a dialect of Kunikata (Japanese) and is used mostly in informal contexts by members of the Sekowan majority.

Minority populations often speak their own native languages in addition to Kunikata, proportional to population size. In modern society children are often taught a foreign language, most notably Luthorian (English) due to its commercial and political dominance, but also French (Canrillaise), Kazulian (Norewegian), Indralan (Chinese), and/or Kyo (Korean).

Tsekwon (Classic Maya) is the classical language of the Orinco people, and besides its role as the liturgical language of Orinco Polytheism it is sometimes used as a language of prestige by Orincos. Nevertheless, the majority of Orincos today speak Orinco (Yucatan Maya) in addition to Kunikata (Japanese).

Demographics: Religion
(As % of national population)

» Sekowan Kamism (Shinto/Ryukyuan religions): 29%
» Daenism (Buddhism): 18%
⠀⠀ ↳ Maitrayana (Mahayana schools): 8%
⠀⠀ ↳ Zenshō (Zen schools): 7%
⠀⠀ ↳ Thanavada (Theravada schools): 2%
⠀⠀ ↳ Other schools/traditions: 1%
» Orinco Polytheism (Mayan religion): 10%
» Hosian (Christian): 4%
⠀⠀ ↳ Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Catholic): 3%
⠀⠀ ↳ Other: 1%
» Jienism (Confucianism): 3%
» Guidao (Taoism): 3%
» Other: 5%
» Primarily atheist/agnostic: 28%

There has long been a distinction between cultural identification and religious belief in Seko, as there is in Japan, though the degrees of each have fluctuated over the course of Seko's long history. Most religions in Seko are practiced in syncretism, such that while a small population may identify with Daenism, for example, it is likely that many Kamists also participate or believe in Daenist practices and teachings. Additionally, many people who identify as primarily secular may participate in religious events, and frequent places of worship.

The two most prominent religions in Seko are Sekowan Kamism (Shinto, influenced by Ryukyuan Religion), and Daenism (Buddhism). Sekowan Kamism differs from the mainstream version of the religion in numerous aspects, primarily the belief in the spiritual superiority of women. The vast majority of Gao-Showan (East Asian) religions having some degree of presence can be found in Seko.

Orinco Polytheism (Mayan religion) is adhered to largely by Orinco peoples. The religion has a large pantheon of gods and heroes, and a central aspect of the religion is sacrifice, historically including blood sacrifice, but manifesting in modern Seko largely as grain sacrifice.

Character Naming

Character names should be based on a reasonable interpretation of the ethnic/linguistic breakdown above, i.e. primarily Japanese or Ryukyuan names. Seko conforms with East Asian naming conventions, in that the surname of a character should come before the given name.

Rildanorian (French), Hulstrian (Austrian German) and Kazulian (Norwegian) surnames are rare but present in the country, especially in the mixed Sécowonnais group. The majority of the surnames are however of Kunihito or, to a lesser extent, Orinco origin.

Helpful Links

Wiki Page: http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Seko
Sekowan political parties (past and present): https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Polit...es_in_Seko
Forum Newspaper: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=81
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=5&t=8575
Official Discord channel: https://discordapp.com/invite/a6qWkB5
Player-compiled language translation and naming resources: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=592823]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=381 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:05:36 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=381 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=698633

Passed: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=698377
Approved by Moderation: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...58#p191358

Mikuni-Hulstria, also known as Hulstria and Gao-Soto, is a nation on the continent of Dovani with a unique culture, a blend of RL Japanese and German-speaking cultures in a post-colonial context. Its history was marked by alternating periods of conflict and cooperation between the creole Hulstrian people (based on RL Austrians) and the indigenous Kunihito (Japanese) people, culminating in the emergence of a mixed Hulstro-Sowan ethnic group.

Due to recent discrimination of the ethnic Kunihito population, their number has decided. Under the hulstrian suprematist regime of Klaus Eliya, almost half of the Kunihito population has fled the country, and only half of these refugees has returned home once the civil war was over. During the regime, hulstrian and creole population has also increased due to natalist policies.

Dapuraiburu (a Hulstro-Mikun neologism, from Dundorfian "Da bleiber" meaning the one(s) who stay) are those refugees who decided not to come back. Half of them (almost 5000k) are in Sekowo, the rest of the diaspora is in other West Dovanian countries, in Kalistan or in Istalia. Several reintegration programs for Dapuraiburu people have been unsuccessful.

Since the admission of Mikuni-Hulstria in the West Dovanian Union, the number of foreigners has increased, especially those of Kyo ethnicity.

---ETHNICITY---

» Hulstro-Showan (mixed Austrian-Japanese) - 41%
» Kunihito (Japanese) - 28%
» Hulstrian (Austrian) - 20%
» Sekowan (Okinawan) - 6%
» Kyo (Korean) - 2%
» Others - 3%

---RELIGION---
⁶
» Hosianism (Christianity) - 31%
-- Confessional Luthoranism (High Church Lutheranism) - 25%
-- Aurorian Patriarchalism (Catholicism) - 6%
» Daenism (Buddhism) - 22%
-- Maitrayana (Mahayana) - 11%
-- Zensho (Zen) - 11%
» Kamism (Shinto) - 21%
» Jienism (Confucianism) - 12%
» Irreligious -10%
» Mikun New Religions (Japanese New Religions) - 1%
» Thetanism (Scientology) - 1%
» Other - 2%

---LANGUAGE---

The main languages in the nation are Kunikata (Japanese) and Hulstro-Mikun, a Dundorfian (German)-based creole language heavily influenced by Kunikata. Standard Kunikata is more formal, while everyday language is heavily hybridised. In addition to these, Dundorfian has also regained importance and is a co-official language.

Total population: 107,274,130 (5417 estimate: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...67#p185367

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IMPORTANT LINKS FOR NEW PLAYERS:

Character naming: http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Language translations: https://translate.google.com
Guidance on Hulstro-Mikun language: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=427427
Hulstro-Mikun names and surnames: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=502223
Hulstia and Gao-Soto wiki: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Hulst...?so=search
Political Parties in Hulstria and Gao-Soto wiki: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Polit...d_Gao-Soto
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=33&t=8088
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=33&t=6365]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=698633

Passed: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=698377
Approved by Moderation: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...58#p191358

Mikuni-Hulstria, also known as Hulstria and Gao-Soto, is a nation on the continent of Dovani with a unique culture, a blend of RL Japanese and German-speaking cultures in a post-colonial context. Its history was marked by alternating periods of conflict and cooperation between the creole Hulstrian people (based on RL Austrians) and the indigenous Kunihito (Japanese) people, culminating in the emergence of a mixed Hulstro-Sowan ethnic group.

Due to recent discrimination of the ethnic Kunihito population, their number has decided. Under the hulstrian suprematist regime of Klaus Eliya, almost half of the Kunihito population has fled the country, and only half of these refugees has returned home once the civil war was over. During the regime, hulstrian and creole population has also increased due to natalist policies.

Dapuraiburu (a Hulstro-Mikun neologism, from Dundorfian "Da bleiber" meaning the one(s) who stay) are those refugees who decided not to come back. Half of them (almost 5000k) are in Sekowo, the rest of the diaspora is in other West Dovanian countries, in Kalistan or in Istalia. Several reintegration programs for Dapuraiburu people have been unsuccessful.

Since the admission of Mikuni-Hulstria in the West Dovanian Union, the number of foreigners has increased, especially those of Kyo ethnicity.

---ETHNICITY---

» Hulstro-Showan (mixed Austrian-Japanese) - 41%
» Kunihito (Japanese) - 28%
» Hulstrian (Austrian) - 20%
» Sekowan (Okinawan) - 6%
» Kyo (Korean) - 2%
» Others - 3%

---RELIGION---
⁶
» Hosianism (Christianity) - 31%
-- Confessional Luthoranism (High Church Lutheranism) - 25%
-- Aurorian Patriarchalism (Catholicism) - 6%
» Daenism (Buddhism) - 22%
-- Maitrayana (Mahayana) - 11%
-- Zensho (Zen) - 11%
» Kamism (Shinto) - 21%
» Jienism (Confucianism) - 12%
» Irreligious -10%
» Mikun New Religions (Japanese New Religions) - 1%
» Thetanism (Scientology) - 1%
» Other - 2%

---LANGUAGE---

The main languages in the nation are Kunikata (Japanese) and Hulstro-Mikun, a Dundorfian (German)-based creole language heavily influenced by Kunikata. Standard Kunikata is more formal, while everyday language is heavily hybridised. In addition to these, Dundorfian has also regained importance and is a co-official language.

Total population: 107,274,130 (5417 estimate: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...67#p185367

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IMPORTANT LINKS FOR NEW PLAYERS:

Character naming: http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Language translations: https://translate.google.com
Guidance on Hulstro-Mikun language: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=427427
Hulstro-Mikun names and surnames: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=502223
Hulstia and Gao-Soto wiki: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Hulst...?so=search
Political Parties in Hulstria and Gao-Soto wiki: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Polit...d_Gao-Soto
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=33&t=8088
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=33&t=6365]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=380 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 16:04:34 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=380 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=623937

Old Protocol: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=592656
Passed: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=623260

Upon passage this legislation will confirm the cultural identity of Kazulia as defined here:

Cultural Origins: Dorvik, Dundorf and Luthori
RL Cultural Influences: Kalmar Union, Danish Colonial Empire, Russian Empire & most importantly Scandinavia

It is accepted that the Kazulian people migrated from present day Dundorf and Dorvik eastward during the time period where a land bridge across northern Terra was present. They settled the mountainous territory in Kazulia, and removed many of the Gao-Showan clans which lived prior, ousting them further eastward into the plains of Northern Dovani. From 700-1493 the realm of Kazul was a loose confederation of different Kazulian tribes. Those living by the sea lived mostly off of fishing and plundering, and soon the Kazulians became famous for their ships, which were among the fastest and strongest of their time. The three main tribes of Kazulia were the Kazul, Sullestian, Skrigeres, Befäskars, and Skjöld. Upon the Luthorian colonisation of Greater Hulstria and the surrounding areas Luthorian settlers found there way north into Kazulian territories, shaping the modern Kazulian language and culture. The Kazul, Skrigeres, Befäskars have mostly melded together and now identify as Kazulians, but the Skjölds and Danskhas were more geographically isolated and remained more traditional in beliefs and customs as well as ethnically distinct. Regional languages have and still exist, marking a large difference between fylkes. In the past, the Kazulian government for long periods of time has suppressed individual languages and promoted Kazulianisk as the sole language. Significant minorities exist of Gao-Showa, some descendants of native tribes and others recent immigrants, Dranish communities of Dranionos, Draddwyr, and Kyo, and Hulstrians from the old days of Hulstrian colonisation of southern Kazulia. Hosianism is the largest religion in Kazulia due to Kazulia's early adoption of Hosianism from Hulstria.

ETHNICITIES
» Kazulian- 77%
-Kazul (Norwegian) - 55%
-Skrigeres (Danish) - 6%
-Befäskars (Swedish) - 6%
-Skjöld (Icelandic) - 5%
-Sullestian (Finnish) - 5%
» Mikokuzin (East Asian) - 5%
-Kunihito (Japanese) - 2%
-Kyo (Korean) - 3%
» Dranish - 13%
-Draddwyr (Welsh) - 11%
-Draniono (Filipino) - 2%
» Other - 5%

Kazulian = Scandinavian
Kazul = Norwegian
Skjöld = Icelandic
Sullestian = Finnish
Skrigeres = Danish
Befäskar = Swedish
Mikokuzin = East Asian
Kyo = Korean
Kunihito = Japanese
Dranish = Collection of peoples with roots in the Dranish Peninsula, except for the Kyo who are not Gao-Showan.
Draddwyr = Welshmen, originally tribes originating in the Dranish Peninsula and the North Dovani Plain
Draniano = Akin to Filipinos, a mixed race between the native Draddwyr and Kyo of the Dranish Peninsula and the Egelian (OOC: Spanish) settlers

LANGUAGES
*Luthorian 100%
*Kazulian 100%
- Kazulianisk (Norwegian) 99%
- Skjöldunga (Icelandic) 25%
- Skrigeric (Danish) 25%
- Sullestian (Finnish) 25%
- Befäskarsh (Swedish) 25%
*Draddwyr (Welsh) 5%
*Kyo (Korean) 6%
*Kunikata (Japanese) 2%
*Draniono Egelian (Spanish) 2%

Luthorian = English
Kazulian language family = Scandinavian language family
Kazulianisk = Norwegian
Skjöldunga = Icelandic
Sullestian = Finnish
Befäskarsh = Swedish
Skrigeresh = Danish
Draddwyr = Welsh
Kyo = Korean
Kunikata = Japanese
Draniano Egelian = Spanish

RELIGIONS
*Hosianism (Christianity) 58%
- Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Catholic) 40%
- Luthoran (Protestant) 15%
- Ameliorate (Calvinist) 3%
*Atheist/Agnostic 20%
*Vardic Paganism (Norse Paganism) 9%
*Draddwyr Paganism (Welsh Paganism) 4%
*United Church of Terra 3%
*Daenism (Buddhism) 3%
*Sindo (Korean Shamanism) 2%
*Other 1%

Hosianism: PT's equivalent of Christianity. A binitarian monotheistic religion, originating in the teachings of Eliyahu of Yishelem, who is believed to be the Spirit of God and Saviour of Mankind, and currently in Hiding in Heaven.
Aurorian Patriarchal Church: Roman Catholic Church + Orthodox Churches. A merger of the Selucian Patriarchal and Theognosian Churches concluded at the Second Council of Auroria, mending centuries of schism. The APC claims to be the restoration of the Holy Apostolic Hosian Church of Terra, the mother of all Patriarchal denominations. Kazulian Aurorian Patriarchals are almost universally of the Selucian Rite (OOC: Latin Rite), answering directly to the Arch-Patriarch in Auroria. They can be seen as analogous to modern Roman Catholics.
Luthoran: Lutheranism. A reformed Hosian faith based on the teachings of the Luthorian reformer Martyn Luthor and his Abjurations against the Apostolic Church.
Ameliorate: Calvinism. A radically reformed Hosian faith based on the teachings of the Duntrekker reformer Gert van Tassel.
Vardic Paganism: Norse Paganism.
Draddwyr Paganism: Welsh Paganism.
United Church of Terra: A Particracy-specific monotheistic mystery religion that originated in Dranland, worshiping the One Omnipotent Light of the Universe.
Daenism: Buddhism.
Sindo: Korean Shamanism. Itself considered a denomination of Kamism (Shintoism).

NATIONAL HOLIDAYS
*Kazulia Day - November 10
*Labor Day - June 2
*King/Queen's Day - the birthday of the current monarch
*Constitution Day - August 16
*New Year's - Dec. 31/Jan. 1

Naming: Characters should generally have Norwegian names. The first four resources below provide common names used by the major and minor population groups in Kazulia.
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/nor...S5svmjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/ice...S5s7GjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/fin...S5tA2jyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/kor...S5tPGjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/fil...S5tYmjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/ger...S5tgWjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/20t...S5trmjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/swe...uRZmIgvzIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/dan...uRZoYgvzIU

Sources:
*http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Culture_of_Kazulia
*http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/History_of_Kazulia

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Old Protocol: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=592656
Passed: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=623260

Upon passage this legislation will confirm the cultural identity of Kazulia as defined here:

Cultural Origins: Dorvik, Dundorf and Luthori
RL Cultural Influences: Kalmar Union, Danish Colonial Empire, Russian Empire & most importantly Scandinavia

It is accepted that the Kazulian people migrated from present day Dundorf and Dorvik eastward during the time period where a land bridge across northern Terra was present. They settled the mountainous territory in Kazulia, and removed many of the Gao-Showan clans which lived prior, ousting them further eastward into the plains of Northern Dovani. From 700-1493 the realm of Kazul was a loose confederation of different Kazulian tribes. Those living by the sea lived mostly off of fishing and plundering, and soon the Kazulians became famous for their ships, which were among the fastest and strongest of their time. The three main tribes of Kazulia were the Kazul, Sullestian, Skrigeres, Befäskars, and Skjöld. Upon the Luthorian colonisation of Greater Hulstria and the surrounding areas Luthorian settlers found there way north into Kazulian territories, shaping the modern Kazulian language and culture. The Kazul, Skrigeres, Befäskars have mostly melded together and now identify as Kazulians, but the Skjölds and Danskhas were more geographically isolated and remained more traditional in beliefs and customs as well as ethnically distinct. Regional languages have and still exist, marking a large difference between fylkes. In the past, the Kazulian government for long periods of time has suppressed individual languages and promoted Kazulianisk as the sole language. Significant minorities exist of Gao-Showa, some descendants of native tribes and others recent immigrants, Dranish communities of Dranionos, Draddwyr, and Kyo, and Hulstrians from the old days of Hulstrian colonisation of southern Kazulia. Hosianism is the largest religion in Kazulia due to Kazulia's early adoption of Hosianism from Hulstria.

ETHNICITIES
» Kazulian- 77%
-Kazul (Norwegian) - 55%
-Skrigeres (Danish) - 6%
-Befäskars (Swedish) - 6%
-Skjöld (Icelandic) - 5%
-Sullestian (Finnish) - 5%
» Mikokuzin (East Asian) - 5%
-Kunihito (Japanese) - 2%
-Kyo (Korean) - 3%
» Dranish - 13%
-Draddwyr (Welsh) - 11%
-Draniono (Filipino) - 2%
» Other - 5%

Kazulian = Scandinavian
Kazul = Norwegian
Skjöld = Icelandic
Sullestian = Finnish
Skrigeres = Danish
Befäskar = Swedish
Mikokuzin = East Asian
Kyo = Korean
Kunihito = Japanese
Dranish = Collection of peoples with roots in the Dranish Peninsula, except for the Kyo who are not Gao-Showan.
Draddwyr = Welshmen, originally tribes originating in the Dranish Peninsula and the North Dovani Plain
Draniano = Akin to Filipinos, a mixed race between the native Draddwyr and Kyo of the Dranish Peninsula and the Egelian (OOC: Spanish) settlers

LANGUAGES
*Luthorian 100%
*Kazulian 100%
- Kazulianisk (Norwegian) 99%
- Skjöldunga (Icelandic) 25%
- Skrigeric (Danish) 25%
- Sullestian (Finnish) 25%
- Befäskarsh (Swedish) 25%
*Draddwyr (Welsh) 5%
*Kyo (Korean) 6%
*Kunikata (Japanese) 2%
*Draniono Egelian (Spanish) 2%

Luthorian = English
Kazulian language family = Scandinavian language family
Kazulianisk = Norwegian
Skjöldunga = Icelandic
Sullestian = Finnish
Befäskarsh = Swedish
Skrigeresh = Danish
Draddwyr = Welsh
Kyo = Korean
Kunikata = Japanese
Draniano Egelian = Spanish

RELIGIONS
*Hosianism (Christianity) 58%
- Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Catholic) 40%
- Luthoran (Protestant) 15%
- Ameliorate (Calvinist) 3%
*Atheist/Agnostic 20%
*Vardic Paganism (Norse Paganism) 9%
*Draddwyr Paganism (Welsh Paganism) 4%
*United Church of Terra 3%
*Daenism (Buddhism) 3%
*Sindo (Korean Shamanism) 2%
*Other 1%

Hosianism: PT's equivalent of Christianity. A binitarian monotheistic religion, originating in the teachings of Eliyahu of Yishelem, who is believed to be the Spirit of God and Saviour of Mankind, and currently in Hiding in Heaven.
Aurorian Patriarchal Church: Roman Catholic Church + Orthodox Churches. A merger of the Selucian Patriarchal and Theognosian Churches concluded at the Second Council of Auroria, mending centuries of schism. The APC claims to be the restoration of the Holy Apostolic Hosian Church of Terra, the mother of all Patriarchal denominations. Kazulian Aurorian Patriarchals are almost universally of the Selucian Rite (OOC: Latin Rite), answering directly to the Arch-Patriarch in Auroria. They can be seen as analogous to modern Roman Catholics.
Luthoran: Lutheranism. A reformed Hosian faith based on the teachings of the Luthorian reformer Martyn Luthor and his Abjurations against the Apostolic Church.
Ameliorate: Calvinism. A radically reformed Hosian faith based on the teachings of the Duntrekker reformer Gert van Tassel.
Vardic Paganism: Norse Paganism.
Draddwyr Paganism: Welsh Paganism.
United Church of Terra: A Particracy-specific monotheistic mystery religion that originated in Dranland, worshiping the One Omnipotent Light of the Universe.
Daenism: Buddhism.
Sindo: Korean Shamanism. Itself considered a denomination of Kamism (Shintoism).

NATIONAL HOLIDAYS
*Kazulia Day - November 10
*Labor Day - June 2
*King/Queen's Day - the birthday of the current monarch
*Constitution Day - August 16
*New Year's - Dec. 31/Jan. 1

Naming: Characters should generally have Norwegian names. The first four resources below provide common names used by the major and minor population groups in Kazulia.
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/nor...S5svmjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/ice...S5s7GjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/fin...S5tA2jyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/kor...S5tPGjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/fil...S5tYmjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/ger...S5tgWjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/20t...S5trmjyvIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/swe...uRZmIgvzIU
http://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/dan...uRZoYgvzIU

Sources:
*http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Culture_of_Kazulia
*http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/History_of_Kazulia

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Bill passed - http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=587997


Barmenistan, also known as Barmenia, is a nation on the continent of Majatra with a culture largely based on the Near East, particularly Kurdistan and Northern Iraq. Most characters should have Kurdish names, with a smaller number of Assyrian, Brmek names, or a combination of those.

ETHNICITY

Bihezi (Kurdish): 67%
Kathuran (Assyrian): 14%
Brmek (Jelbic-speaking Turkmen): 10%
Arev Mardik (Armenian): 4%
Seluco-Barmenian (Roman): 3%
Other: 2%

RELIGION

Ahmadism (Islam): 28%
* Israism (Sunni): 20%
* Halawism (Alevi): 6%
* Abadism (Shi'a): 1%
* Other: 1%
Felinism (cat-centered religion born in Barmenistan): 26%
Hosianism (Christianity): 25%
* Barmenian Apostolic Church (Syriac Orthodox Church): 18%
* Oseyim (Ebionites): 4%
* Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholic Church): 2%
* Other: 1%
Ruhi Faith (Baha'i Faith): 9%
Irreligious: 5%
Yeudism (Judaism): 3%
Geraja (Hinduism): 1%
Jelbic Shamanism: 1%
Other: 2%

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Language:

The main languages in this nation are Bihezi (Kurdish), Brmek aka Barmenian Jelbic (conlang, see below) and Kathuran (Aramaic/Syriac)

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Character naming: http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Kurdish name generator - https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/kurdish-names.php
Barmenian Jelbic names and surnames: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=504331
Assyrian first names: http://www.nineveh.com/Assyrian%20Names%20Project.html
Assyrian names and surnames: http://neoaramaic.weebly.com/

Language translations: https://translate.google.com
Jelbic dictionary: http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Jelbic_Dictionary
Jelbic grammar: http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Old_Hig...ic_Grammar
Aramaic/Syriac dictionaries:
http://www.atour.com/dictionary/
http://www.lexilogos.com/english/syriac_dictionary.htm
http://www.syriacdictionary.net/
http://assyrianlanguages.org/
http://cal.huc.edu/

*
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6363
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365

*

History:
https://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Histor...armenistan


Ethnic groups:

The dominant ethnicity in Barmenistan is the Bihezi people, closely related to the Aldegarian (Iranian) people. The Bihezis have long been culturally dominated by their Jelbic conquerors and thus many speak both the Bihezi and Brmek languages with near-equal fluency.

Kathurans, based on Arameans/Assyrians, are the largest minority in Barmenistan, and they have inhabited the island of Kathuristan since before the settlement of Jelbics. Kathuran speak the Kathuran language and most Kathurans are Hosian (Christian).

The Brmeks are a Jelbic speaking people who settled in Barmenistani some time between. 100 BCE and c. 50 CE. They conquered the several Bihezi principalities and assumed cultural and political dominance for the next several centuries. They speak Brmek (conlang) which is closely related to the Vanukeans, Pntek and Jelbek languages. Brmeks tend to be Ahmadi (Muslims)

There are also significant minorities of Arev Mardik (Armenian), and Seluco-Barmenian (mixed Brmek-Selucian, i.e. Roman)

Religions:

Being the birthplace of three religions, Ahmadism, Felinism, and the Ruhi Faith, Barmenistan is a religiously heterogeneous country. Barmenistan also has significant Hosian and Yeudi communities.

The most widely practiced religion in Barmenistan is Ahmadism, a religion founded in 1186 that believes Akim to be the only God and Ahmad to be his Prophet. Most Ahmadis in Barmenistan are Israi (Sunni), with a significant Halawi (Alevi) minority.

Felinism is an animalistic religion born in Barmenistan in the 30th century and worshiping cats as divine beings, built upon the shamanistic beliefs of the Jelbic peoples with heavy influences from Selucian Paganism (Roman Polytheism) as practiced by Seluco-Barmenians.

Hosianism is a religion founded in 1 CE that believes Eliyahu of Yishelem to be the Spirit of God and Savior of mankind. The largest Hosian denomination in Barmenistan is the Barmenian Apostolic Church, an autocephalous (independent) member of the Apostolic Church of the East (Oriental Orthodox Churches). The Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholic Church) and Oseism (Ebionites) have large minorities.

Many Barmenistanis adhere to the Ruhi Faith, a new religion founded in 4276 in Barmenistan, based on a belief in the fundamental validity of all religions and the unity of humanity, and believing in a number of successive "Messiahs" identified with the founders of the major religions, the most recent being Ismail Rabban, a 43rd century Barmenian.]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=588584

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Barmenistan, also known as Barmenia, is a nation on the continent of Majatra with a culture largely based on the Near East, particularly Kurdistan and Northern Iraq. Most characters should have Kurdish names, with a smaller number of Assyrian, Brmek names, or a combination of those.

ETHNICITY

Bihezi (Kurdish): 67%
Kathuran (Assyrian): 14%
Brmek (Jelbic-speaking Turkmen): 10%
Arev Mardik (Armenian): 4%
Seluco-Barmenian (Roman): 3%
Other: 2%

RELIGION

Ahmadism (Islam): 28%
* Israism (Sunni): 20%
* Halawism (Alevi): 6%
* Abadism (Shi'a): 1%
* Other: 1%
Felinism (cat-centered religion born in Barmenistan): 26%
Hosianism (Christianity): 25%
* Barmenian Apostolic Church (Syriac Orthodox Church): 18%
* Oseyim (Ebionites): 4%
* Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholic Church): 2%
* Other: 1%
Ruhi Faith (Baha'i Faith): 9%
Irreligious: 5%
Yeudism (Judaism): 3%
Geraja (Hinduism): 1%
Jelbic Shamanism: 1%
Other: 2%

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Language:

The main languages in this nation are Bihezi (Kurdish), Brmek aka Barmenian Jelbic (conlang, see below) and Kathuran (Aramaic/Syriac)

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Character naming: http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Kurdish name generator - https://www.fantasynamegenerators.com/kurdish-names.php
Barmenian Jelbic names and surnames: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=504331
Assyrian first names: http://www.nineveh.com/Assyrian%20Names%20Project.html
Assyrian names and surnames: http://neoaramaic.weebly.com/

Language translations: https://translate.google.com
Jelbic dictionary: http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Jelbic_Dictionary
Jelbic grammar: http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Old_Hig...ic_Grammar
Aramaic/Syriac dictionaries:
http://www.atour.com/dictionary/
http://www.lexilogos.com/english/syriac_dictionary.htm
http://www.syriacdictionary.net/
http://assyrianlanguages.org/
http://cal.huc.edu/

*
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6363
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365

*

History:
https://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Histor...armenistan


Ethnic groups:

The dominant ethnicity in Barmenistan is the Bihezi people, closely related to the Aldegarian (Iranian) people. The Bihezis have long been culturally dominated by their Jelbic conquerors and thus many speak both the Bihezi and Brmek languages with near-equal fluency.

Kathurans, based on Arameans/Assyrians, are the largest minority in Barmenistan, and they have inhabited the island of Kathuristan since before the settlement of Jelbics. Kathuran speak the Kathuran language and most Kathurans are Hosian (Christian).

The Brmeks are a Jelbic speaking people who settled in Barmenistani some time between. 100 BCE and c. 50 CE. They conquered the several Bihezi principalities and assumed cultural and political dominance for the next several centuries. They speak Brmek (conlang) which is closely related to the Vanukeans, Pntek and Jelbek languages. Brmeks tend to be Ahmadi (Muslims)

There are also significant minorities of Arev Mardik (Armenian), and Seluco-Barmenian (mixed Brmek-Selucian, i.e. Roman)

Religions:

Being the birthplace of three religions, Ahmadism, Felinism, and the Ruhi Faith, Barmenistan is a religiously heterogeneous country. Barmenistan also has significant Hosian and Yeudi communities.

The most widely practiced religion in Barmenistan is Ahmadism, a religion founded in 1186 that believes Akim to be the only God and Ahmad to be his Prophet. Most Ahmadis in Barmenistan are Israi (Sunni), with a significant Halawi (Alevi) minority.

Felinism is an animalistic religion born in Barmenistan in the 30th century and worshiping cats as divine beings, built upon the shamanistic beliefs of the Jelbic peoples with heavy influences from Selucian Paganism (Roman Polytheism) as practiced by Seluco-Barmenians.

Hosianism is a religion founded in 1 CE that believes Eliyahu of Yishelem to be the Spirit of God and Savior of mankind. The largest Hosian denomination in Barmenistan is the Barmenian Apostolic Church, an autocephalous (independent) member of the Apostolic Church of the East (Oriental Orthodox Churches). The Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholic Church) and Oseism (Ebionites) have large minorities.

Many Barmenistanis adhere to the Ruhi Faith, a new religion founded in 4276 in Barmenistan, based on a belief in the fundamental validity of all religions and the unity of humanity, and believing in a number of successive "Messiahs" identified with the founders of the major religions, the most recent being Ismail Rabban, a 43rd century Barmenian.]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=377 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:57:08 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=377 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=345020

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-- SUMMARY OF VANUKU (WRNUKE) --

Vanuku, mostly called Wrnuke in the Jelbic language, is a modern industrialised nation in North-Western Majatra, its population primarily consists of the Wrnukaékai (the Jelbic peoples of Wrnuke) who are split in three smaller tribes. The primary religions are Hosianism (Christianity) and Ahmadism (Islam) but there are also resurgent pagan faiths and an irreligious group. Vanuku is often considered the leading Jelbic nation as it has the largest population of the Jelbosphere, though Jelbe is considered the most traditional Jelbic nation. Vanuku has a population of around 125 million and often plays a big part in Majatran geopolitics. It has built a reputation of being a pro-monarchist nation that often props up dictatorial regimes across the world to thwart its competitors.

Jelbic culture is based on a conlanguage and has mostly drawn inspiration from cultural groups originating from steppes, like the Mongolians, the Scythians, Turkic peoples like the Pechenegs, Tartars, Kazakhs, etc. This Jelbic culture has been added on over the years by different roleplayers and is one steeped in (made-up) tradition, cultural quirks, and a reverence for horses. For Vanuku specifically a further influence can be drawn from the Netherlands, Central and East Asian monarchies, and Middle Eastern monarchies.

-- CULTURE OF VANUKU --

The Jelbic culture is unique to Particracy and has a long history built on by different players, a careful reading of the Wiki may be required to fully understand this fictional culture. In Vanuku the Wrnukaékai are divided into three 'tribes' or subcultures. The Banmék are the "Northern Wrnukaékai" and throughout history have often dominated Vanuku, they are from a primarily Hosian and irreligious background and have cultural ties with the Dorvish through colonisation and the Brmék due to their proximity. The Krlmék are the “South-Western Wrnukaékai” and have ethnic ties with the Augustans (Zards) and Majatrans. They are predominantly Ahmadist and Tanhrist and are considered the most traditional of the Wrnukaékai, being the closest to the Jelbék in culture and tradition. The last remaining tribes that live the traditional way are all Krlmék. The third group are the Trmék often called the “South-Eastern Wrnukaékai”. Ethnically they have mixed with the Jelbék and the many ethnic groups in Deltaria. They are predominantly Hosian and Tanhrist and culturally align more with the Banmék, as a modernised ‘city-dwelling’ Jelbic group.

To learn more, please refer to these articles on the Wiki:

https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Vanukean_people
https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Jelbic_peoples

-- HISTORY OF VANUKU --

In ancient times the land of what is now Vanuku was colonised by Qedarite and Selucian settlers from Cildania and Selucia. These established several city states and smaller colonies and are the first inhabitants of this wild land with a written history. Their polytheist temples eventually saw the rise of Zollism, Vanuku’s own variant of Tanhrism. By the time of the Jelbo-Tukaric Migrations the settlers were ousted and Jelbic tribes made Vanuku their new home, during this period there was no centralised structure.

This changed with the ascensions of Merlkai, a Banmék Bék (Chieftain) with grander ambitions. He was able to unify about two-thirds of Vanuku’s Jelbics into his own Khanate, becoming Merlkai H’án. This short-lived unified Banmék Khanate attacked the Augustan Empire, which at that time was fighting multiple wars, Merlkai H’án was able to make swift work of the Augustans and freed most of modern day Southern Vanuku. To establish peace, he and his horde all converted to Hosianism becoming a peaceful northern neighbour of the Augustan Empire. Upon Merlkai’s passing his Khanate became far smaller and in-fighting between the tribes continued.

Medieval times in Vanuku were strife with inter-tribe conflicts and Augustan kingdoms taking over pieces of Vanuku at certain periods. In the end Aldrkai H’án, a descendant of Merlkai, united several tribes of the Wrnukaékai and even invaded the island of Kathuristan, a part of modern day Barmenistan. His costly and war-torn reign in the 11th century earned him the epithet ‘the Bloody’. Later rulers would maintain this small Duchy of the Banmék until the arrival of the Ahmadi Caliphate in 1246. The second to last ruler of the united Banmék tribe, Shlajkai H’án, died in the Battle of Vrkzel against the invading Caliphate in a last-ditch effort to stop the invasion. His brother Kezkai later surrendered to Caliph Bunjamín.

The Caliphate in Vanuku saw the Krlmék ascend as the ruling classes, as these traditional Jelbics had mostly ignored the calls to convert to Hosianism and still adhered to the Zollist and Tanhrist faiths. With the arrival of the Caliphate they converted to Ahmadism, being given preferential treatment and prominent Krlmék nobles acting as governors for the Caliph. It was over 200 years later when a Banmék Bék staged an uprising, after a short war the Caliphate was kicked out of most of modern day Vanuku. For the next two centuries the Jelbic tribes in Vanuku fought each other and the odd Brmék and Augustan invader.

This all changed in 1629 when the King of Dorvik approved the founding of the Royal Dorvish Majatran Company. Dorvish ships arrived in modern day Vanuku the same year, from both sides. Instead of colonising and subjugating the local population the Dorvish, who were on a low budget, tried a different approach. Alliances were forged, small parcels of land were purchased, smaller tribes in Vanuku were pushed out. As such the Dorvish were able to form several smaller colonies that started to function as trade outposts with the local Wrnukaékai. The colony became known as Dorvish Majatra and the Isthmus Coast. The revived Khanate of the Banmék became close partners with the Dorvish settlers, causing a cultural melting pot. The Dorvish also recruited large numbers of destitute islanders from Narikaton to help populate their settlements in Majatra. The combination of the Dorvish, Narik settlers and the Wrnukaékai locals gave rise to the creole language of Vanukeaans.

In 1700 the Dorvish sold a substantial part of Dorvish Majatra to the Khanate of the Banmék, a treaty was signed which favoured the new Vanukeaans-speaking population. During this period the Banmék Khanate reformed to the Grand Chiefdom of the Banmék, or the Archduchy of Banstill. The Khanate has slowly been reforming since the Caliphate was pushed out, but by the decline of Dorvish colonialism only truly started to adopt Artanian customs. Eventually in 1814 the Wrnukaékai experienced a Golden Age, compared to the Renascentia in Selucia. With trade, commerce and development at an all time high. This era of prosperity lasted until 1939, when the economy declined and tensions between Vanuku’s democratic south and monarchist north reached an all-time high.

The eventual unification of modern day Vanuku was a costly and long journey. Between 1939 until 2139 several wars were fought between the states that dominated the territory of what is now Vanuku. A bloody conflict between 1952 and 1961 ended in a stalemate, a situation that escalated into the War of Unification of 2090. When peace was attained in 2139 the first modern borders of Vanuku were established. The first unified state was named the Vanuku Federation, a nation dominated by the Vanukeaans-speaking elite. This status quo changed in 3696 with the establishment of the Crowned Republic, where the acceptance of the Jelbic culture became more commonplace. This trend gradually continued, being greatly propelled by the conquest of Temrkai H’án who became a national hero for the ascending nation of Vanuku.

The Crowned Republic eventually became the Principality of Vanuku, which was later replaced with the Kingdom of Vanuku after an Augustan Emperor, with blessings of the Arch-Patriarch, gave a special approval for the Banmek-Sntazed dynasty to adopt the title of king. The Principality and Kingdom of Vanuku played great roles in geopolitical affairs, always swinging a careful balance between a democratic semi-constitutional monarchy and an absolute monarchy. On other occasions Vanuku has been the leading nation of the Empire of the Jelbic Peoples, this happened in 3777, for a short mostly unrecognised revival in 4777 and most successfully in 5553.

http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/History_of_Vanuku (mostly outdated)

-- ETHNICITIES OF VANUKU --

Vanukean/Wrnukaékai = Jelbic
-- Banmék = Jelbic with Dutch, German and Brmék influences
-- Trmék = Jelbic with Slavic and Dutch influences
-- Krlmék = Jelbic with Arabic and Esperanto/Byzantine Greek influences
Brmék = Brmék-speaking Jelbics with Semitic and mostly Persian influences
Jelbék = Jelbék-speaking Jelbics from Jelbania with mostly Central Asian influences
Dorvish = Germans and Prussians
Augustan = Esperanto speaking Byzantine Greeks (also called Zards)
Deltarian = Slavs (Central Europe/Yugoslavia)
Majatran = Arabs

-- POPULATION PERCENTAGES --

Jelbic: 88%
- Wrnukaékai: 74%*
-- Krlmék: 31%*
-- Banmék: 27%*
-- Trmék: 16%*
- Jelbék: 10%*
- Brmék: 4%*
Augustan: 6%
Majatran: 4%
Deltarian: 2%
Other (Luthorian, Kathuran, Canrillaise, Istalian, Dundorfian, Saridani, Dorvish, Narik, Yingdalan, etc.): 2%

*Percentage of the total population

-- LANGUAGE --

Wrnukaék = Jelbic originating from the Wrnukaékai tribes (with Vanukeaans, Dundorfian and Kalopian influences)
Vanukeaans = Dutch
Brmék = Jelbic with Semitic and Persian influences
Jelbék = Jelbic with Mongolian influences
Augustan = Esperanto
Majatran = Arabic

-- NATIVE LANGUAGE PERCENTAGES --

Wrnukaék: 73%
Jelbék: 8%
Augustan: 7%
Majatran: 5%
Brmék: 3%
Vanukeaans: 2%
Other: 2%

-- RELIGION --

Hosianism = Christianity
-- Augustan Church = Deltarian (Russian Byzantine) rite
-- Aurorian Patriarchal Church = Roman Catholic rite
---- Patriarchate of Augusta = Specific diocese for Cobura, Deltaria, Jakania, Jelbe, Kalopia, Vanuku and Zardugal
-- Apostolic Church of the East = Eastern rites
Ahmadism = Islam
-- Israism = Sunni
-- Abadism = Shia
Jelbic Shamanism = Mongolian and Turkic paganism
-- Tanhrism = Tengrism
Yeudism = Judaism

-- RELIGION PERCENTAGES --

Irreligious: 36%
Hosianism: 27%
-- Augustan Church: 15%*
-- Aurorian Patriarchal Church: 10%*
-- Apostolic Church of the East: 2%*
Ahmadism: 19%
-- Israism: 17%*
-- Abadism: 2%*
Jelbic Shamanism: 15%
Yeudism: 1%
Other: 2%

*Percentage of the total population.

-- NAMING GUIDE --

The primary names used within Vanuku should be Jelbic. There is a special bill on all Jelbic names available and linked below, which is divided by the different Jelbic cultures and faiths. For the minorities the rare Dutch, English, German, Arabic and Esperanto name can be used.

Guide to Jelbic names: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=431387

-- JELBIC LANGUAGE DICTIONARY --

Jelbic Dictionary: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Jelbic_Dictionary]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=345020

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Accepted by Moderation here: https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-125-post-...ml#pid2871

-- SUMMARY OF VANUKU (WRNUKE) --

Vanuku, mostly called Wrnuke in the Jelbic language, is a modern industrialised nation in North-Western Majatra, its population primarily consists of the Wrnukaékai (the Jelbic peoples of Wrnuke) who are split in three smaller tribes. The primary religions are Hosianism (Christianity) and Ahmadism (Islam) but there are also resurgent pagan faiths and an irreligious group. Vanuku is often considered the leading Jelbic nation as it has the largest population of the Jelbosphere, though Jelbe is considered the most traditional Jelbic nation. Vanuku has a population of around 125 million and often plays a big part in Majatran geopolitics. It has built a reputation of being a pro-monarchist nation that often props up dictatorial regimes across the world to thwart its competitors.

Jelbic culture is based on a conlanguage and has mostly drawn inspiration from cultural groups originating from steppes, like the Mongolians, the Scythians, Turkic peoples like the Pechenegs, Tartars, Kazakhs, etc. This Jelbic culture has been added on over the years by different roleplayers and is one steeped in (made-up) tradition, cultural quirks, and a reverence for horses. For Vanuku specifically a further influence can be drawn from the Netherlands, Central and East Asian monarchies, and Middle Eastern monarchies.

-- CULTURE OF VANUKU --

The Jelbic culture is unique to Particracy and has a long history built on by different players, a careful reading of the Wiki may be required to fully understand this fictional culture. In Vanuku the Wrnukaékai are divided into three 'tribes' or subcultures. The Banmék are the "Northern Wrnukaékai" and throughout history have often dominated Vanuku, they are from a primarily Hosian and irreligious background and have cultural ties with the Dorvish through colonisation and the Brmék due to their proximity. The Krlmék are the “South-Western Wrnukaékai” and have ethnic ties with the Augustans (Zards) and Majatrans. They are predominantly Ahmadist and Tanhrist and are considered the most traditional of the Wrnukaékai, being the closest to the Jelbék in culture and tradition. The last remaining tribes that live the traditional way are all Krlmék. The third group are the Trmék often called the “South-Eastern Wrnukaékai”. Ethnically they have mixed with the Jelbék and the many ethnic groups in Deltaria. They are predominantly Hosian and Tanhrist and culturally align more with the Banmék, as a modernised ‘city-dwelling’ Jelbic group.

To learn more, please refer to these articles on the Wiki:

https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Vanukean_people
https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Jelbic_peoples

-- HISTORY OF VANUKU --

In ancient times the land of what is now Vanuku was colonised by Qedarite and Selucian settlers from Cildania and Selucia. These established several city states and smaller colonies and are the first inhabitants of this wild land with a written history. Their polytheist temples eventually saw the rise of Zollism, Vanuku’s own variant of Tanhrism. By the time of the Jelbo-Tukaric Migrations the settlers were ousted and Jelbic tribes made Vanuku their new home, during this period there was no centralised structure.

This changed with the ascensions of Merlkai, a Banmék Bék (Chieftain) with grander ambitions. He was able to unify about two-thirds of Vanuku’s Jelbics into his own Khanate, becoming Merlkai H’án. This short-lived unified Banmék Khanate attacked the Augustan Empire, which at that time was fighting multiple wars, Merlkai H’án was able to make swift work of the Augustans and freed most of modern day Southern Vanuku. To establish peace, he and his horde all converted to Hosianism becoming a peaceful northern neighbour of the Augustan Empire. Upon Merlkai’s passing his Khanate became far smaller and in-fighting between the tribes continued.

Medieval times in Vanuku were strife with inter-tribe conflicts and Augustan kingdoms taking over pieces of Vanuku at certain periods. In the end Aldrkai H’án, a descendant of Merlkai, united several tribes of the Wrnukaékai and even invaded the island of Kathuristan, a part of modern day Barmenistan. His costly and war-torn reign in the 11th century earned him the epithet ‘the Bloody’. Later rulers would maintain this small Duchy of the Banmék until the arrival of the Ahmadi Caliphate in 1246. The second to last ruler of the united Banmék tribe, Shlajkai H’án, died in the Battle of Vrkzel against the invading Caliphate in a last-ditch effort to stop the invasion. His brother Kezkai later surrendered to Caliph Bunjamín.

The Caliphate in Vanuku saw the Krlmék ascend as the ruling classes, as these traditional Jelbics had mostly ignored the calls to convert to Hosianism and still adhered to the Zollist and Tanhrist faiths. With the arrival of the Caliphate they converted to Ahmadism, being given preferential treatment and prominent Krlmék nobles acting as governors for the Caliph. It was over 200 years later when a Banmék Bék staged an uprising, after a short war the Caliphate was kicked out of most of modern day Vanuku. For the next two centuries the Jelbic tribes in Vanuku fought each other and the odd Brmék and Augustan invader.

This all changed in 1629 when the King of Dorvik approved the founding of the Royal Dorvish Majatran Company. Dorvish ships arrived in modern day Vanuku the same year, from both sides. Instead of colonising and subjugating the local population the Dorvish, who were on a low budget, tried a different approach. Alliances were forged, small parcels of land were purchased, smaller tribes in Vanuku were pushed out. As such the Dorvish were able to form several smaller colonies that started to function as trade outposts with the local Wrnukaékai. The colony became known as Dorvish Majatra and the Isthmus Coast. The revived Khanate of the Banmék became close partners with the Dorvish settlers, causing a cultural melting pot. The Dorvish also recruited large numbers of destitute islanders from Narikaton to help populate their settlements in Majatra. The combination of the Dorvish, Narik settlers and the Wrnukaékai locals gave rise to the creole language of Vanukeaans.

In 1700 the Dorvish sold a substantial part of Dorvish Majatra to the Khanate of the Banmék, a treaty was signed which favoured the new Vanukeaans-speaking population. During this period the Banmék Khanate reformed to the Grand Chiefdom of the Banmék, or the Archduchy of Banstill. The Khanate has slowly been reforming since the Caliphate was pushed out, but by the decline of Dorvish colonialism only truly started to adopt Artanian customs. Eventually in 1814 the Wrnukaékai experienced a Golden Age, compared to the Renascentia in Selucia. With trade, commerce and development at an all time high. This era of prosperity lasted until 1939, when the economy declined and tensions between Vanuku’s democratic south and monarchist north reached an all-time high.

The eventual unification of modern day Vanuku was a costly and long journey. Between 1939 until 2139 several wars were fought between the states that dominated the territory of what is now Vanuku. A bloody conflict between 1952 and 1961 ended in a stalemate, a situation that escalated into the War of Unification of 2090. When peace was attained in 2139 the first modern borders of Vanuku were established. The first unified state was named the Vanuku Federation, a nation dominated by the Vanukeaans-speaking elite. This status quo changed in 3696 with the establishment of the Crowned Republic, where the acceptance of the Jelbic culture became more commonplace. This trend gradually continued, being greatly propelled by the conquest of Temrkai H’án who became a national hero for the ascending nation of Vanuku.

The Crowned Republic eventually became the Principality of Vanuku, which was later replaced with the Kingdom of Vanuku after an Augustan Emperor, with blessings of the Arch-Patriarch, gave a special approval for the Banmek-Sntazed dynasty to adopt the title of king. The Principality and Kingdom of Vanuku played great roles in geopolitical affairs, always swinging a careful balance between a democratic semi-constitutional monarchy and an absolute monarchy. On other occasions Vanuku has been the leading nation of the Empire of the Jelbic Peoples, this happened in 3777, for a short mostly unrecognised revival in 4777 and most successfully in 5553.

http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/History_of_Vanuku (mostly outdated)

-- ETHNICITIES OF VANUKU --

Vanukean/Wrnukaékai = Jelbic
-- Banmék = Jelbic with Dutch, German and Brmék influences
-- Trmék = Jelbic with Slavic and Dutch influences
-- Krlmék = Jelbic with Arabic and Esperanto/Byzantine Greek influences
Brmék = Brmék-speaking Jelbics with Semitic and mostly Persian influences
Jelbék = Jelbék-speaking Jelbics from Jelbania with mostly Central Asian influences
Dorvish = Germans and Prussians
Augustan = Esperanto speaking Byzantine Greeks (also called Zards)
Deltarian = Slavs (Central Europe/Yugoslavia)
Majatran = Arabs

-- POPULATION PERCENTAGES --

Jelbic: 88%
- Wrnukaékai: 74%*
-- Krlmék: 31%*
-- Banmék: 27%*
-- Trmék: 16%*
- Jelbék: 10%*
- Brmék: 4%*
Augustan: 6%
Majatran: 4%
Deltarian: 2%
Other (Luthorian, Kathuran, Canrillaise, Istalian, Dundorfian, Saridani, Dorvish, Narik, Yingdalan, etc.): 2%

*Percentage of the total population

-- LANGUAGE --

Wrnukaék = Jelbic originating from the Wrnukaékai tribes (with Vanukeaans, Dundorfian and Kalopian influences)
Vanukeaans = Dutch
Brmék = Jelbic with Semitic and Persian influences
Jelbék = Jelbic with Mongolian influences
Augustan = Esperanto
Majatran = Arabic

-- NATIVE LANGUAGE PERCENTAGES --

Wrnukaék: 73%
Jelbék: 8%
Augustan: 7%
Majatran: 5%
Brmék: 3%
Vanukeaans: 2%
Other: 2%

-- RELIGION --

Hosianism = Christianity
-- Augustan Church = Deltarian (Russian Byzantine) rite
-- Aurorian Patriarchal Church = Roman Catholic rite
---- Patriarchate of Augusta = Specific diocese for Cobura, Deltaria, Jakania, Jelbe, Kalopia, Vanuku and Zardugal
-- Apostolic Church of the East = Eastern rites
Ahmadism = Islam
-- Israism = Sunni
-- Abadism = Shia
Jelbic Shamanism = Mongolian and Turkic paganism
-- Tanhrism = Tengrism
Yeudism = Judaism

-- RELIGION PERCENTAGES --

Irreligious: 36%
Hosianism: 27%
-- Augustan Church: 15%*
-- Aurorian Patriarchal Church: 10%*
-- Apostolic Church of the East: 2%*
Ahmadism: 19%
-- Israism: 17%*
-- Abadism: 2%*
Jelbic Shamanism: 15%
Yeudism: 1%
Other: 2%

*Percentage of the total population.

-- NAMING GUIDE --

The primary names used within Vanuku should be Jelbic. There is a special bill on all Jelbic names available and linked below, which is divided by the different Jelbic cultures and faiths. For the minorities the rare Dutch, English, German, Arabic and Esperanto name can be used.

Guide to Jelbic names: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=431387

-- JELBIC LANGUAGE DICTIONARY --

Jelbic Dictionary: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Jelbic_Dictionary]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=376 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:55:57 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=376 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=694326

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Jelbe is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the approved cultural protocol. All players must be abide by this. Throughout the document, the real-life equivalent is shown in brackets next to the in-game name.

Passed: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=693840
Approved: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...98#p187398
Previous Cultural Protocol: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=626090

--OVERVIEW--

Jelbic people are the oldest and largest cultural group in Jelbe. They migrated to the region long ago from northern Seleya. Unlike many other in-game groups, the Jelbic people do not have a single real-life equivalent. Jelbic culture is based on aspects of various Eurasian peoples. The most important influences are Turkic peoples, Mongol peoples and Uralic peoples. Jelbic people speak a fictional, constructed language (see below for more information on language).

Jelbic people are divided into particular ethnic groups. In Jelbe, the three most significant groups are Jelbék people, Wrnukaék people and Brmék people. Each group speaks a distinct dialect of the Jelbic language. Jelbék people are further divided into two sub-groups: Steppe Jelbék and Settled Jelbék. Steppe Jelbék (or Jeztaghé Jelbék) are predominantly nomadic and adhere to strict traditions, clan loyalties and cultural taboos. Settled Jelbék (or Jeztaghényr Jelbék) mostly live in towns and cities with a culture inspired by the countries of Central Asia.

--ETHNICITY--

» Jelbic (see above) - 71%
-- Jelbék - 65%
---- Settled Jelbék - 36%
---- Steppe Jelbék - 29%
-- Wrnukaék - 5%
-- Brmék - 1%
» Delic (Slav) - 13%
» Majatran (Arab) - 8%
» Augustan (Esperanto-speaking Byzantine) - 5%
» Other - 3%

--LANGUAGE--

Jelbék is the de facto national language of the country. Jelbék is a constructed language that draws inspiration from a number of real-life languages. The syntax and grammar of the language is based on Japanese. The vocabulary is drawn from various languages, including Czech, Dutch, German, Slovak and the Turkic languages. For information about the language, please consult the “Expanded Jelbic Dictionary” bill (http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=387061) and the “Jelbic Dictionary” wiki page (https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Jelbic_Dictionary). Ethnic minority groups generally speak their native languages, such as Majatran (Arabic), Deltarian (Serbo-Croatian) and Augustan (Esperanto).

--RELIGION--

In addition to the religions listed below, many Steppe Jelbék and some Settled Jelbék practice their faith syncretically with Tanhrism (Tengrism with elements of Christianity, Islam and local beliefs). Tanhrism is not included in official statistics though.

» Ahmadism (Islam) - 62%
-- Israism (Sunni) - 42%
-- Abadism (Shia) -20%
» Hosianism (Christianity) - 27%
-- Terran Patriarchal Church (Eastern Orthodox Church with aspects of Slavic mythology and paganism) - 24%
-- Other - 3%
» No religion - 8%
» Other - 3%

--INFORMATION--

Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/
Particracy Wiki page for Jelbe: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Jelbe

--TOOLS--

Jelbic names, see here: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=396321
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=694326

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Jelbe is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the approved cultural protocol. All players must be abide by this. Throughout the document, the real-life equivalent is shown in brackets next to the in-game name.

Passed: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=693840
Approved: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...98#p187398
Previous Cultural Protocol: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=626090

--OVERVIEW--

Jelbic people are the oldest and largest cultural group in Jelbe. They migrated to the region long ago from northern Seleya. Unlike many other in-game groups, the Jelbic people do not have a single real-life equivalent. Jelbic culture is based on aspects of various Eurasian peoples. The most important influences are Turkic peoples, Mongol peoples and Uralic peoples. Jelbic people speak a fictional, constructed language (see below for more information on language).

Jelbic people are divided into particular ethnic groups. In Jelbe, the three most significant groups are Jelbék people, Wrnukaék people and Brmék people. Each group speaks a distinct dialect of the Jelbic language. Jelbék people are further divided into two sub-groups: Steppe Jelbék and Settled Jelbék. Steppe Jelbék (or Jeztaghé Jelbék) are predominantly nomadic and adhere to strict traditions, clan loyalties and cultural taboos. Settled Jelbék (or Jeztaghényr Jelbék) mostly live in towns and cities with a culture inspired by the countries of Central Asia.

--ETHNICITY--

» Jelbic (see above) - 71%
-- Jelbék - 65%
---- Settled Jelbék - 36%
---- Steppe Jelbék - 29%
-- Wrnukaék - 5%
-- Brmék - 1%
» Delic (Slav) - 13%
» Majatran (Arab) - 8%
» Augustan (Esperanto-speaking Byzantine) - 5%
» Other - 3%

--LANGUAGE--

Jelbék is the de facto national language of the country. Jelbék is a constructed language that draws inspiration from a number of real-life languages. The syntax and grammar of the language is based on Japanese. The vocabulary is drawn from various languages, including Czech, Dutch, German, Slovak and the Turkic languages. For information about the language, please consult the “Expanded Jelbic Dictionary” bill (http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=387061) and the “Jelbic Dictionary” wiki page (https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Jelbic_Dictionary). Ethnic minority groups generally speak their native languages, such as Majatran (Arabic), Deltarian (Serbo-Croatian) and Augustan (Esperanto).

--RELIGION--

In addition to the religions listed below, many Steppe Jelbék and some Settled Jelbék practice their faith syncretically with Tanhrism (Tengrism with elements of Christianity, Islam and local beliefs). Tanhrism is not included in official statistics though.

» Ahmadism (Islam) - 62%
-- Israism (Sunni) - 42%
-- Abadism (Shia) -20%
» Hosianism (Christianity) - 27%
-- Terran Patriarchal Church (Eastern Orthodox Church with aspects of Slavic mythology and paganism) - 24%
-- Other - 3%
» No religion - 8%
» Other - 3%

--INFORMATION--

Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/
Particracy Wiki page for Jelbe: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Jelbe

--TOOLS--

Jelbic names, see here: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=396321
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=374 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:53:15 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=374 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=697979

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Cobura is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the cultural protocol which all players in the country must abide. Throughout the document, the real-life equivalent is shown in brackets next to the in-game name.

Link to passed bill: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=701432
Moderation approval: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...79#p194179
Previous cultural protocol: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=698802

-OVERVIEW--

Cobura is a diverse, multi-ethnic country inspired primarily by Egypt and Ethiopia, as well as Sudan and the Balkans. As there is no single real-life equivalent for the Zardic (Esperanto) people, they are based on Eastern and Southern European people. For a list of Zardic names, see the "Tools" section below.

--ETHNICITY--

» Mallan (Amhara)- 30%
» Irkawan (Coptic-speaking Egyptian)- 25%
» Zardic (Esperanto)- 15%
» Coburan Majatran (Sudanese Arab)- 10%
» Adijiri (Somali)- 6%
» Barsa (Oromo)- 5%
» Semayan (Tigrayan)- 3%
» Tokundian (Serb)- 2%
» Coburan Yeudi (Ethiopian Jew)- 2%
» Other- 2%

--RELIGION--

The Coburan Apostolic Tewahedo Church is the largest religious group in the country but it does not have a single real-life equivalent. The in-game church incorporates aspects of the real life Coptic Orthodox Church and the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. In the world of the game, it is an autocephalous church within the wider Apostolic Church of the East (Oriental Orthodox Churches).

» Coburan Apostolic Tewahedo Church (see above)- 35%
» Arkhē (Ancient Egyptian polytheism)- 19%
» Ahmadism (Islam)- 17%
» No religion- 14%
» Augustan Church (Eastern Orthodox Church with aspects of Slavic mythology)- 13%
» Yeudism (Judaism)- 2%

--LANGUAGE--

No single language is spoken throughout Cobura. Each ethnic group speaks their own respective language. In the case of the Irkawan (Egyptian) people, this is the Irkawan (Coptic) language. The two principal dialects are commonly known as Eastern Irkawan (Sahidic) and Western Irkawan (Bohairic). Mallan (Amharic) is widely used as a lingua franca among the entire Coburan population. Zardic (Esperanto) is a natural language in Particracy that is derived from Selucian (Latin).

--INFORMATION--

Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/
Particracy Wiki page for Cobura: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Cobura

--TOOLS--

Google translate: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Cobura language guide: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=389078
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Zardic names: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=694323]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=697979

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Cobura is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the cultural protocol which all players in the country must abide. Throughout the document, the real-life equivalent is shown in brackets next to the in-game name.

Link to passed bill: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=701432
Moderation approval: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...79#p194179
Previous cultural protocol: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=698802

-OVERVIEW--

Cobura is a diverse, multi-ethnic country inspired primarily by Egypt and Ethiopia, as well as Sudan and the Balkans. As there is no single real-life equivalent for the Zardic (Esperanto) people, they are based on Eastern and Southern European people. For a list of Zardic names, see the "Tools" section below.

--ETHNICITY--

» Mallan (Amhara)- 30%
» Irkawan (Coptic-speaking Egyptian)- 25%
» Zardic (Esperanto)- 15%
» Coburan Majatran (Sudanese Arab)- 10%
» Adijiri (Somali)- 6%
» Barsa (Oromo)- 5%
» Semayan (Tigrayan)- 3%
» Tokundian (Serb)- 2%
» Coburan Yeudi (Ethiopian Jew)- 2%
» Other- 2%

--RELIGION--

The Coburan Apostolic Tewahedo Church is the largest religious group in the country but it does not have a single real-life equivalent. The in-game church incorporates aspects of the real life Coptic Orthodox Church and the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church. In the world of the game, it is an autocephalous church within the wider Apostolic Church of the East (Oriental Orthodox Churches).

» Coburan Apostolic Tewahedo Church (see above)- 35%
» Arkhē (Ancient Egyptian polytheism)- 19%
» Ahmadism (Islam)- 17%
» No religion- 14%
» Augustan Church (Eastern Orthodox Church with aspects of Slavic mythology)- 13%
» Yeudism (Judaism)- 2%

--LANGUAGE--

No single language is spoken throughout Cobura. Each ethnic group speaks their own respective language. In the case of the Irkawan (Egyptian) people, this is the Irkawan (Coptic) language. The two principal dialects are commonly known as Eastern Irkawan (Sahidic) and Western Irkawan (Bohairic). Mallan (Amharic) is widely used as a lingua franca among the entire Coburan population. Zardic (Esperanto) is a natural language in Particracy that is derived from Selucian (Latin).

--INFORMATION--

Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/
Particracy Wiki page for Cobura: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Cobura

--TOOLS--

Google translate: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Cobura language guide: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=389078
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Zardic names: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=694323]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=373 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:51:05 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=373 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=621124

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Jakania is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the cultural protocol which all players in the country must abide. Throughout the document, the real-life equivalent is shown in brackets next to the in-game name.

The previous cultural protocol can be found here: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=625329
The passed version of this bill can be found here: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=627517
The Moderation approval of this cultural protocol can be found here: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...08#p161008

--OVERVIEW--

Jakania is a heterogenous country in terms of language, religion and ethnicity. The dominant group in the country are Turjaks (Turks) but there are two significant minority groups: Kalopians (Greeks) and Majatrans (Arabs). Several smaller minority groups also exist.

--ETHNICITY--

» Turjak (Turk)- 64%
» Kalopian (Greek)- 17%
» Majatran (Arab)- 12%
» Ashker (other Turkic)- 2%
» Siphinan (Albanian)- 1%
» Delic (Slavic)- 1%
» Other- 3%

--RELIGION--

» Ahmadism (Islam)- 83%
» Hosianism (Christianity)- 11%
» Irreligious- 4%
» Other- 2%

--LANGUAGE--

Turjak (Turkish) is the dominant language in Jakania and is spoken to a certain extent among minority groups too. Despite this, Kalopian (Greek) and Majatran (Arabic) are still commonly spoken within the respective minority communities and are recognised as official languages too.

--INFORMATION/TOOLS--

Google translate: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=621124

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Jakania is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the cultural protocol which all players in the country must abide. Throughout the document, the real-life equivalent is shown in brackets next to the in-game name.

The previous cultural protocol can be found here: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=625329
The passed version of this bill can be found here: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=627517
The Moderation approval of this cultural protocol can be found here: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...08#p161008

--OVERVIEW--

Jakania is a heterogenous country in terms of language, religion and ethnicity. The dominant group in the country are Turjaks (Turks) but there are two significant minority groups: Kalopians (Greeks) and Majatrans (Arabs). Several smaller minority groups also exist.

--ETHNICITY--

» Turjak (Turk)- 64%
» Kalopian (Greek)- 17%
» Majatran (Arab)- 12%
» Ashker (other Turkic)- 2%
» Siphinan (Albanian)- 1%
» Delic (Slavic)- 1%
» Other- 3%

--RELIGION--

» Ahmadism (Islam)- 83%
» Hosianism (Christianity)- 11%
» Irreligious- 4%
» Other- 2%

--LANGUAGE--

Turjak (Turkish) is the dominant language in Jakania and is spoken to a certain extent among minority groups too. Despite this, Kalopian (Greek) and Majatran (Arabic) are still commonly spoken within the respective minority communities and are recognised as official languages too.

--INFORMATION/TOOLS--

Google translate: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=372 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:49:49 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=372 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=708682

Kalopia, is a nation on the continent of Majatra largely based on RL Greece, with significant Arab and Albanian populations; and also Turkish, Bosniak, Aromanian, Italian, Roma and West African minorities.
Ahmadism (Islam) is official and the largest religion.
Greek, English, Arabic and Albanian are official languages; Turkish and Bosnian are official languages in some regions.
Most characters should have Greek names. According to ethnicities distribution, characters may have Albanian and Arab names, with a little portion use Turkish and Bosnian names. Combination of the above mentioned is also prefered, with name or surname being Greek most of the time.

ETHNICITIES =
Kalopian (Greek): 55%
Majatran (Arab): 16%
Siphinan (Albanian): 14%
Turjak (Turk): 8%
Istochniak (Bosniak): 4%
Others [Arbanian (Aromanian), Manoush (Roma), Istalian (Italian), Asli (West African)]: 3%

RELIGION =
1.Ahmadi (Muslim): 49%
--- Israi (Sunni): 29%
--- Halawi (Bektashi/Alevi/Alawite): 14%
--- Zahiri (Druze): 4%
--- Abadi (Shi'a): 2%
2.Hosian (Christian): 20%
--- Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholic): 12%
--- Augustan Church (East Orthodox with Slavic mythology): 7%
--- Apostolic Church of the East (Oriental Orthodox): 1%
3.Irreligious: 27%
4.Other: 4%

LANGUAGES =
Kalopian (Greek): 94%
Luthorian (English): 64%
Majatran (Arabic): 40%
Siphinan (Albanian): 20%
Turjak (Turkish): 14%
Istalian (Italian): 9%
Istochnian (Bosnian): 7%
Arbanian (Aromanian): 3%

HISTORY =
Kalopia’s history begins with one of the world’s earliest and most enigmatic civilizations, a society marked by advanced urban centers, undeciphered inscriptions, and religious devotion to chthonic gods. This civilization mysteriously collapsed around 1500 BCE, coinciding with the migration of the Enetric tribes. While initially attributed to invasion, modern evidence points to a combination of environmental, political, and socio-economic crises. The arrival of the Enetrics ushered in a period of decline in monumental architecture and literacy, as society reorganized into kinship-based communities. By the first millennium BCE, Kalopia entered a slow recovery, marked by the adoption of a new alphabet inspired by the Cildanian script, which became a key cultural export and catalyst for its re-emergence.
During the Classical Era (8th–3rd centuries BCE), Kalopia became a cultural and intellectual hub, excelling in philosophy, trade, and governance, including early democratic principles. Despite political fragmentation, the city-states united against external threats and maintained regional influence. However, conflicts with the rising Cildanian Hegemony, including the Selucian-Cildanian Wars, led to Kalopia’s eventual conquest by 205 BCE. Under Cildanian dominion, Kalopia's culture remained influential, serving as the lingua franca of the southern provinces. The region continued to evolve under successive empires, including assimilation into the Augustan Empire, which marked a peak in Kalopian cultural dominance, spreading its language, architecture, and religion across Majatra.
The medieval and early modern eras of Kalopia were shaped by external invasions, religious transformations, and political upheavals. The Jelbo-Tukaric migrations, the rise of Hosianism, and later the spread of Ahmadism significantly altered the region’s cultural and demographic landscape. The rise and fall of the Ahmadi-backed Turjak Sultanate, followed by the Wantuni Emirate, brought centuries of internal divisions, foreign domination, and social tensions. Kalopia's identity and autonomy were repeatedly challenged by empires like the Tokundian and Qanzar, as well as the Augustan Empire, resulting in cycles of rebellion, fragmentation, and efforts to reclaim sovereignty. By the 25th century, Kalopian nationalism emerged as a unifying force, attempting to revive the region’s cultural heritage and establish a cohesive identity.
In modern times, Kalopia has endured cycles of authoritarianism, democratic experiments, and sociopolitical instability. Efforts to reconcile ethnic diversity and political unity often failed, resulting in civil wars, foreign interventions, and authoritarian regimes. The nation grappled with external domination, anarcho-capitalist chaos, and revolutionary socialist movements, ultimately shaping a complex narrative of resilience and transformation. Despite these challenges, Kalopia’s historical legacy of cultural brilliance, intellectual contributions, and political struggles continues to define its evolving identity, leaving a lasting impact on the broader Majatran region.

USEFUL LINKS:
Previous Cultural Protocols (year 5110): http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=657437
Game Rules: https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-108.html
Cultural Protocols Index: https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-118.html
Index of RL Equivalents: https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-119.html
Kalopian History: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/History_of_Kalopia
Character naming: http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Language translations: https://translate.google.com

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APPROVAL =
Bill: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=708615
Moderation: https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-125-post-...ml#pid2716]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=708682

Kalopia, is a nation on the continent of Majatra largely based on RL Greece, with significant Arab and Albanian populations; and also Turkish, Bosniak, Aromanian, Italian, Roma and West African minorities.
Ahmadism (Islam) is official and the largest religion.
Greek, English, Arabic and Albanian are official languages; Turkish and Bosnian are official languages in some regions.
Most characters should have Greek names. According to ethnicities distribution, characters may have Albanian and Arab names, with a little portion use Turkish and Bosnian names. Combination of the above mentioned is also prefered, with name or surname being Greek most of the time.

ETHNICITIES =
Kalopian (Greek): 55%
Majatran (Arab): 16%
Siphinan (Albanian): 14%
Turjak (Turk): 8%
Istochniak (Bosniak): 4%
Others [Arbanian (Aromanian), Manoush (Roma), Istalian (Italian), Asli (West African)]: 3%

RELIGION =
1.Ahmadi (Muslim): 49%
--- Israi (Sunni): 29%
--- Halawi (Bektashi/Alevi/Alawite): 14%
--- Zahiri (Druze): 4%
--- Abadi (Shi'a): 2%
2.Hosian (Christian): 20%
--- Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholic): 12%
--- Augustan Church (East Orthodox with Slavic mythology): 7%
--- Apostolic Church of the East (Oriental Orthodox): 1%
3.Irreligious: 27%
4.Other: 4%

LANGUAGES =
Kalopian (Greek): 94%
Luthorian (English): 64%
Majatran (Arabic): 40%
Siphinan (Albanian): 20%
Turjak (Turkish): 14%
Istalian (Italian): 9%
Istochnian (Bosnian): 7%
Arbanian (Aromanian): 3%

HISTORY =
Kalopia’s history begins with one of the world’s earliest and most enigmatic civilizations, a society marked by advanced urban centers, undeciphered inscriptions, and religious devotion to chthonic gods. This civilization mysteriously collapsed around 1500 BCE, coinciding with the migration of the Enetric tribes. While initially attributed to invasion, modern evidence points to a combination of environmental, political, and socio-economic crises. The arrival of the Enetrics ushered in a period of decline in monumental architecture and literacy, as society reorganized into kinship-based communities. By the first millennium BCE, Kalopia entered a slow recovery, marked by the adoption of a new alphabet inspired by the Cildanian script, which became a key cultural export and catalyst for its re-emergence.
During the Classical Era (8th–3rd centuries BCE), Kalopia became a cultural and intellectual hub, excelling in philosophy, trade, and governance, including early democratic principles. Despite political fragmentation, the city-states united against external threats and maintained regional influence. However, conflicts with the rising Cildanian Hegemony, including the Selucian-Cildanian Wars, led to Kalopia’s eventual conquest by 205 BCE. Under Cildanian dominion, Kalopia's culture remained influential, serving as the lingua franca of the southern provinces. The region continued to evolve under successive empires, including assimilation into the Augustan Empire, which marked a peak in Kalopian cultural dominance, spreading its language, architecture, and religion across Majatra.
The medieval and early modern eras of Kalopia were shaped by external invasions, religious transformations, and political upheavals. The Jelbo-Tukaric migrations, the rise of Hosianism, and later the spread of Ahmadism significantly altered the region’s cultural and demographic landscape. The rise and fall of the Ahmadi-backed Turjak Sultanate, followed by the Wantuni Emirate, brought centuries of internal divisions, foreign domination, and social tensions. Kalopia's identity and autonomy were repeatedly challenged by empires like the Tokundian and Qanzar, as well as the Augustan Empire, resulting in cycles of rebellion, fragmentation, and efforts to reclaim sovereignty. By the 25th century, Kalopian nationalism emerged as a unifying force, attempting to revive the region’s cultural heritage and establish a cohesive identity.
In modern times, Kalopia has endured cycles of authoritarianism, democratic experiments, and sociopolitical instability. Efforts to reconcile ethnic diversity and political unity often failed, resulting in civil wars, foreign interventions, and authoritarian regimes. The nation grappled with external domination, anarcho-capitalist chaos, and revolutionary socialist movements, ultimately shaping a complex narrative of resilience and transformation. Despite these challenges, Kalopia’s historical legacy of cultural brilliance, intellectual contributions, and political struggles continues to define its evolving identity, leaving a lasting impact on the broader Majatran region.

USEFUL LINKS:
Previous Cultural Protocols (year 5110): http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=657437
Game Rules: https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-108.html
Cultural Protocols Index: https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-118.html
Index of RL Equivalents: https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-119.html
Kalopian History: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/History_of_Kalopia
Character naming: http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames
Language translations: https://translate.google.com

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APPROVAL =
Bill: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=708615
Moderation: https://forum.prtcy.com/thread-125-post-...ml#pid2716]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=371 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:48:19 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=371 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=699298

OOC: The Moderation ask me to place a copy of http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=684336 , on the debate section

I paste the text of the CP Update we voted in 5230 (http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=682592):

As explained in the debate here: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=681071 and after reading what players said, I would like to update the Cultural Protocols of Istalia.

These are the current CP of Istalia: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=658482 (5117)

According to the art. 5, Section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764) the changements in the ethnic, religious and linguistic composition proposed in these new cultural protocols are supported by the roleplay conducted in Istalia in the last in-game century. In the debate bill I pasted all the links to the roleplay material about this roleplay but I'll paste again them in the comments under this bill.

About the idea to introduce a mixed ethnicity (christian arabs) I though about it for some days but than I considered the art. 7, Section 7: according to which "Cultural Protocol bills must provide a real-life equivalent or short description for the ethnic groups, languages and religions". I don't know what kind of RL ethnicity we could pick for this "mixed" group. Then I also considered the development of the roleplay conducted and I don't think that somebody would have the interest to be placed in a mixed group: once he speak istalian and maybe is a aurorian faithful and follows all italian traditions, married with an istalian, living within istalians... this person would say that he is istalian.

So, said that, these are the new CP of Istalia that I'm proposing (if there are errors in the percentage let me know):

OVERVIEW:
These are some useful links to know the history of Istalia and the social, political, cultural situation into the country:

Istalia: http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Istalia
History of Istalia: http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/History_of_Istalia
Timeline of the History of Istalia: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Timel...of_Istalia
Demographics of Istalia: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Istalia#Demographics
Culture of Istalia: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Istalia#Culture

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CULTURAL STATISTICS

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Ethnic Composition of Istalia
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Istalians (Italians): 79%
- Sarrentini (Central and South Italians): 41%
- Alarians (North Italians): 38%
Majatrans (Arabs): 16%
Other: 5%

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Languages of Istalia
In recent history regional languages, for centuries considered dialects of Istalian, have been rediscovered and their use increased and in informal situation and at home people use it and thus now istalia is characterized by a high level of diglossia. The vast majority of citizens/residents, however, are fully fluent in Istalian which is the official language of the country used in all the public places and communications, in the media and in the education system. Although Istalian is also called Fidelian sometime, true Fidelian spoken in Fidelia presents some little grammatica differences but most important a local pronunciation that is different from standard Istalian.
Majatran also is an important recognized language spoken by a little part of the population in informal situation and at home. The below show percentage of the official languages and specify also the percentage of language spoken at home:

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Istalian (Italian): 86% Official language
- Fidelian (Tuscan): 18%
-Trivenditan (Sicilian): 17%
-Feranese (Neapolitan): 16%
-Nicomese (Venetian): 18%
-Cisavuglian (Piedmontese): 17%
Majatran (Arabic): 12%
Other: 2%
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Religious Composition of Istalia
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Hosianism (Christianity): 72%
-Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Catholicism): 71%
--Theognosian Rite (Eastern Catholic Rite): 64%
--Selucian Rite (Latin Rite): 7%
--Other Hosian: 1%
Irreligious: 17%
Israi Ahmadism (Islam): 9%
Other: 2%

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Translations: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Character naming Italian): http://www.fakenamegenerator.com/gen-male-it-it.php
Character naming (Arab): http://www.fakenamegenerator.com/gen-male-ar-it.php
Sicilian first names: https://www.behindthename.com/submit/nam...e/sicilian
Nepolitan first names: https://www.behindthename.com/submit/nam...neapolitan
Venetian first names: https://www.behindthename.com/submit/nam...e/venetian
Piedmontese first names: https://www.behindthename.com/submit/nam...iedmontese
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Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6363
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=699298

OOC: The Moderation ask me to place a copy of http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=684336 , on the debate section

I paste the text of the CP Update we voted in 5230 (http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=682592):

As explained in the debate here: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=681071 and after reading what players said, I would like to update the Cultural Protocols of Istalia.

These are the current CP of Istalia: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=658482 (5117)

According to the art. 5, Section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764) the changements in the ethnic, religious and linguistic composition proposed in these new cultural protocols are supported by the roleplay conducted in Istalia in the last in-game century. In the debate bill I pasted all the links to the roleplay material about this roleplay but I'll paste again them in the comments under this bill.

About the idea to introduce a mixed ethnicity (christian arabs) I though about it for some days but than I considered the art. 7, Section 7: according to which "Cultural Protocol bills must provide a real-life equivalent or short description for the ethnic groups, languages and religions". I don't know what kind of RL ethnicity we could pick for this "mixed" group. Then I also considered the development of the roleplay conducted and I don't think that somebody would have the interest to be placed in a mixed group: once he speak istalian and maybe is a aurorian faithful and follows all italian traditions, married with an istalian, living within istalians... this person would say that he is istalian.

So, said that, these are the new CP of Istalia that I'm proposing (if there are errors in the percentage let me know):

OVERVIEW:
These are some useful links to know the history of Istalia and the social, political, cultural situation into the country:

Istalia: http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/Istalia
History of Istalia: http://particracy.wikia.com/wiki/History_of_Istalia
Timeline of the History of Istalia: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Timel...of_Istalia
Demographics of Istalia: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Istalia#Demographics
Culture of Istalia: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Istalia#Culture

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CULTURAL STATISTICS

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Ethnic Composition of Istalia
-----
Istalians (Italians): 79%
- Sarrentini (Central and South Italians): 41%
- Alarians (North Italians): 38%
Majatrans (Arabs): 16%
Other: 5%

-----
Languages of Istalia
In recent history regional languages, for centuries considered dialects of Istalian, have been rediscovered and their use increased and in informal situation and at home people use it and thus now istalia is characterized by a high level of diglossia. The vast majority of citizens/residents, however, are fully fluent in Istalian which is the official language of the country used in all the public places and communications, in the media and in the education system. Although Istalian is also called Fidelian sometime, true Fidelian spoken in Fidelia presents some little grammatica differences but most important a local pronunciation that is different from standard Istalian.
Majatran also is an important recognized language spoken by a little part of the population in informal situation and at home. The below show percentage of the official languages and specify also the percentage of language spoken at home:

-----
Istalian (Italian): 86% Official language
- Fidelian (Tuscan): 18%
-Trivenditan (Sicilian): 17%
-Feranese (Neapolitan): 16%
-Nicomese (Venetian): 18%
-Cisavuglian (Piedmontese): 17%
Majatran (Arabic): 12%
Other: 2%
-----
Religious Composition of Istalia
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Hosianism (Christianity): 72%
-Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Catholicism): 71%
--Theognosian Rite (Eastern Catholic Rite): 64%
--Selucian Rite (Latin Rite): 7%
--Other Hosian: 1%
Irreligious: 17%
Israi Ahmadism (Islam): 9%
Other: 2%

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Translations: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Character naming Italian): http://www.fakenamegenerator.com/gen-male-it-it.php
Character naming (Arab): http://www.fakenamegenerator.com/gen-male-ar-it.php
Sicilian first names: https://www.behindthename.com/submit/nam...e/sicilian
Nepolitan first names: https://www.behindthename.com/submit/nam...neapolitan
Venetian first names: https://www.behindthename.com/submit/nam...e/venetian
Piedmontese first names: https://www.behindthename.com/submit/nam...iedmontese
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Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6363
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=370 Sun, 23 Feb 2025 15:45:17 +0000 Doc]]> https://ptr.zanz2.dev/_forum/showthread.php?tid=370 http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=690455

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Cildania is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the approved cultural protocol. All players must be abide by this. Throughout the document, the real-life equivalent is shown in brackets next to the in-game name.

Link to passed bill: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=693898
Link to Moderation approval: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p187163

--OVERVIEW--

Cildania is a diverse country inspired by Malta, the Maghreb and the wider Mediterranean region. Historically the culture of Cildania was based on a modern interpretation of the Carthaginian Empire and most of the population was Phoenician-speaking. Although this is no longer the case, its culture remains influenced by this history. The majority of the population today is Maltese. Additional inspiration for Cildania's culture and politics is drawn from southern Italy, Libya, Morocco, southern Spain, and Tunisia.

--ETHNICITY--

» Gziri (Phoenician-influenced Maltese) - 67%
» Hebilean (Berber/Amazigh) - 19%
» Cildanian Yeudi (Maghrebi Jew) - 7%
» Majatran (Arab) - 3%
» Selucian (Ancient Roman) - 2%
» Bedwi (Bedouin) - 1%
» Other - 1%

--RELIGION--

» Hosianism (Christianity) - 78%
-- Apostolic Church of the Isles (Maronite Church) - 66%
-- Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholicism) - 12%
» Ahmadism (Islam) - 8%
-- Israism (Sunni Islam) - 7%
-- Abadism (Shia Islam) - 1%
» Yeudism (Judaism) - 7%
» No religion - 6%
» Other - 1%

--LANGUAGE--

Gziri (Maltese) is the most commonly spoken language in Cildania, having emerged in the 40th century as a language of inter-ethnic communication. Despite the dominance of Gziri in public society, Hebilean (Berber/Tamazight) languages, Yeudi (Hebrew), Cildanian Majatran (Maghrebi Arabic) and Selucian (Latin) are all spoken by the country's various minority communities.

--INFORMATION--

Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/
Particracy Wiki page for Cildania: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Cildania

--TOOLS--

Google translate: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames]]> http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=690455

In accordance with section 7 of the Game Rules (http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p145764), Cildania is a "culturally protected" country. Below is the approved cultural protocol. All players must be abide by this. Throughout the document, the real-life equivalent is shown in brackets next to the in-game name.

Link to passed bill: http://classic.particracy.net/viewbill.p...lid=693898
Link to Moderation approval: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...63#p187163

--OVERVIEW--

Cildania is a diverse country inspired by Malta, the Maghreb and the wider Mediterranean region. Historically the culture of Cildania was based on a modern interpretation of the Carthaginian Empire and most of the population was Phoenician-speaking. Although this is no longer the case, its culture remains influenced by this history. The majority of the population today is Maltese. Additional inspiration for Cildania's culture and politics is drawn from southern Italy, Libya, Morocco, southern Spain, and Tunisia.

--ETHNICITY--

» Gziri (Phoenician-influenced Maltese) - 67%
» Hebilean (Berber/Amazigh) - 19%
» Cildanian Yeudi (Maghrebi Jew) - 7%
» Majatran (Arab) - 3%
» Selucian (Ancient Roman) - 2%
» Bedwi (Bedouin) - 1%
» Other - 1%

--RELIGION--

» Hosianism (Christianity) - 78%
-- Apostolic Church of the Isles (Maronite Church) - 66%
-- Aurorian Patriarchal Church (Roman Catholicism) - 12%
» Ahmadism (Islam) - 8%
-- Israism (Sunni Islam) - 7%
-- Abadism (Shia Islam) - 1%
» Yeudism (Judaism) - 7%
» No religion - 6%
» Other - 1%

--LANGUAGE--

Gziri (Maltese) is the most commonly spoken language in Cildania, having emerged in the 40th century as a language of inter-ethnic communication. Despite the dominance of Gziri in public society, Hebilean (Berber/Tamazight) languages, Yeudi (Hebrew), Cildanian Majatran (Maghrebi Arabic) and Selucian (Latin) are all spoken by the country's various minority communities.

--INFORMATION--

Game Rules: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.ph...88#p137060
Cultural Protocols Index: http://forum.particracy.net/viewtopic.php?f=11&t=6365
Particracy forum: http://forum.particracy.net/
Particracy Wiki page for Cildania: https://particracy.fandom.com/wiki/Cildania

--TOOLS--

Google translate: https://translate.google.co.uk/
Naming generators: http://www.behindthename.com/random/
http://fantasynamegenerators.com/#realNames]]>