De Vrijmasten Raden

Intro
De Vrijmasten Raden is a mercantile republic located in the South-East of Eldham. It was founded on 31-01-2022 when the nation of Barbossa started to gain a lot of foreign settlers. After this huge influx of new citizens its pirate culture started to detoriate and a new nation was founded. Inheriting the holdings of Barbossa in the old Bardonian colonies they quickly doubled their territory by defeating the army of the U.S.S.E and annexing the territory of Kaladinia. After these territorial gains the republic started focusing on colonizing the region and stability to prosper. In rapid succession towns and cities were founded all over the nation. Not only militairly but also economically the DVR became an important player in the geopolitics of Eldham.

Government
The Silver charter is the constitution and corner stone of the state. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wWTNmRb4983RpoHneN5WyCU1OJYf8aY9sPvJr6HX8o8/edit?usp=sharing

De Vrijmasten Raden is ruled by an upper and lower house. The lower house is formed from elected senators from the seven provinces of the nation. Theses senators are responsible for drafting and passing legislation on a local and national level. The upper house is made up of the seven ruling oligarchs of the provinces. The upper house is responsible for approving or vetoing laws passed by the lower house.

Political Parties
As of now there are 2 main political parties inside the DVR.

The Agrarian Conservative League [ACL] and Coalitie der Vaderlandse Nationalisten [CVN]

The first political party established in the DVR is the Agrarian Conservative League. Established on 24/2/22. The The ACL's primary concern is the development of internal Agriculture, Infrastructure, and local Manufacturing. They support minimal taxes, the establishment of small businesses, Democracy, and Diplomatic solutions too international conflicts. It is a national coalition of Farmers and Workers who wish to build a strong community based on shared values.

The second political party established in the DVR is the Coalitie der Vaderlandse Nationalisten. Established on 26/2/22. The CVN is focused on its pirate heritage, militarism and strong nationalism. These days they go around as privateers, but only a few weeks ago they were the renown pirates of Barbossa. Under the leadership of Sariel Silver Dawn, son of the well known and feared Silver Captain, they strive to continue their policy of fear across Eldham. The C.V.N focuses on a strong military as a deterrence against the many foreign enemies the DVR has. A strong unity and unlimited loyalty to the state are the foundations of our society and beliefs.

Cities
The DVR has multiple prestigious cities settled in the former Kaladinian region.

Al-Basaad, the capital of the nation is located in North-West of the Kaladinian region. Known for its castle on the hill that was the key defence of DVR forces during the Red war. The city of Gouden Weiden located in the province of De Broodmand is a beautiful farming town in the north east of the country. It is the largest agricultural exporter in the DVR, along with being the sponsor of the Spice Guild in Eldham.

Geopolitics
The DVR's outward political stance is one of cautious but well armed neutrality. The DVR has no issues protecting her or her allies lands. They Focus on keeping peace in the region of Kaladina while offering a place where people can prosper free from government overreach and taxation. With it's pirate roots it has friends in many alike nations as Irulan and Helsia. It is seen as a foreign invader in the Serrona continent by other powers that brings the expected tensions in the region.

History
The DVR formed out of a coalition of Ex-Barbossans and disparate cultural groups from the corners of Eldham. The DVR was formed after the successful colonization of the region of Kaladina after defeating the oppressive USSE who controlled the region threw proxy. The DVR after The Red War went from dealing with the internal setup of the nation to dealing with the Nova Tensions. The Nova tensions began after a group of rogue DVR pirate members founded the city of Zeph. A small town on Nova Azcorian land. After The Nova tensions were resolved the DVR had a short time to breath before the Santonians began to rebel over perceived loss of rights and independence in the Khuesto region. The Leaders of the rebellion were dealt with diplomatically and the internal crisis was resolved.

-The Red War
The founding war of the DVR is also known as the Red war. It was a conflicted sparked by U.S.S.E interference in the former C.O.G. region. The than state of Barbossa came to their allies aid in Helsia and demanded the Southern Eldham power stopped their influencing of the region. After refusing an invasion was planned in the region of Kaladinia. DVR forces quickly set up camp in the now known city of Al-Basaad and mustered their defences. Coming to their aid were Helsia, Irulan, Atlechia, Aureus and many volunteers. The conflict became a quick strategical win. News came in of a possible mercenary buyout by the USSE. DVR officials overpayed the mercanaries to simply not show up. After battle commenced the war hero Einstienfan snuck into the enemies camp and succesfully blew up almost all their supplies. Whilst skirmishing was going on by DVR elite soldiers, USSE combatants started dropping left and right. After just a few minutes an unconditional surrender was made by the USSE.

-Khuesto Crisis
After The Nova tensions were resolved the DVR had a short time to breath before the Santonians began to rebel over perceived loss of rights and independence in the Khuesto region. The Leaders of the rebellion were dealt with diplomatically and the internal crisis was resolved

-Lietmyrr border clashes
A small border conflict with a country on the border of De Broodmand province. The Lietmyrrians blocked the ability of the new settlers in the areas ability to build on DVR lands. They Began to threaten the settlers and being doubling the size of their walls. The settlers build a fort to defend themselves and their farm fields. The Lietmyrrians demanded the removal of the fort. The settlers refused and called for the aid of the local defense forces in the region. After a quick skirmish The Lietmyrrian leader was slaughtered in the river and they surrendered and agreed to the settlers peace terms.

Prominent Members

Sariel Silver Dawn, old ruler of Barbossa, son of the Silver Captain.

Phillip "Blood Beard" Brewtaker, Former Emperor of Barbossa, Infamous Pirate and Warlord of Eldham.

Bjorn “Ironhide” Helvigson, Former King of Irulan, Pirate Lord and adopted son of Phillip Brewtaker.