Theocracy of Rasteria

The Theocracy of Rasteria was founded on 7/28/2021, The Rasterian's were an ancient people guided here by the goddess Rasteria herself. After their once mighty empire fell the descendants of the early Ratserian's set up their first town Gildar, named after the first apostle of Rasteria.

Government
The government type is a theocracy centered around their religion and Rasteria's teachings. The first king was chosen as the person (Choco1549) who established Gildar in Rasteria's name.

The way the government was set up was the king is the head of government and at the top of the command chain with absolute authority over almost all affairs within Rasteria. Next would be The Three Arrows which are a special three people choses by the king to be their closest advisors, and they have power only second to the king himself. Then the Kings Council which was proposed by the king himself after reading Rasteria's teachings, and realizing that even though the king has all the power within the nation they shouldn't act solely by themselves. The Kings Council is a group of 5 members that are there to consult the king about any decisions he might make and provide insight that may help the king make better decisions. The council though cannot veto any of the king's laws or decisions they can only advise. Next would be Marquis who are the province leaders in the country, and are respoinsible for governing the counts in their province, they reposrt directly to the king and are automatically placed on the Kings Council. Next would be Counts which are the owners of cities and towns within the nation.

In order to stay connected with the common folk, and hear their concerns and opinions the king proposed an idea that national assemblies be held where common folk and counts alike can voice their concerns and opinions to the king and his council to help them govern the people effectively. This is also where criminal trials, and other judiciary actions will be held.

The military has no say in terms of governance affairs. They are solely in charge of internal conflicts and external conflicts. Such as wars and the police force.

Counts and the common folk also have no official say in terms of governance, but they can attend the national assemblies to voice their opinions and concerns.

Current High Positions

 * King- Choco1549
 * Three Arrows- Brain Bardur and Kaiser Bardur.
 * Kings Council- Jordy, Luca, MadLadChad, and Ghimly.
 * Marquis- Jordy, Luca, MadLadChad, and Ghimly.
 * Counts- Doc_Dot, Sesam, and Continentel
 * Grand General- N/A
 * Generals- N/A

History of Battles/Wars
8/14/2021- "Battle of the Squatters" While Rasteria was under the Empire of Plagatea in Presevo the other Plagatean dominion (Plagatean Michinaru) illegally settled a group of people from unknown origin in the lands of Presevo 50 blocks away from the capital Gildar. The squatters proceeded to conduct covert operations within Ratseria and collect extensive information on the nation. After a lot of going back and forth between both parties no one reached a decisive resolution. The squatters were essentially allowed to do as they please for some time due to the slow pace of the Plagatean Administration (which wasn't their fault). After the Skjoldrbrodir acquisition of Seaside and Presevo after the Plagatean collapse Choco1549 knew that this was the time to act. Choco1549 promptly informed their new overlords of the squatter situation, and now that Presevo is in the hands of Skjoldbrodir their is no question that these people are not squatters. After receiving the okay to move in and exterminate the illegal residents Choco1549 organized a strike team consisting of Mrmonstaaa, Kagami69, JORDYNLMB2, miku_is_wifu, and himself to exterminate the illegal residents. The battle was short and decisive with an overwhelming Rasterian victory.

History of Rasteria
Rasteria was founded 7/28/2021 by Choco1549 under vassalage by the Plagatean government in Presevo. Rasteria's growth was stagnant for a while taking a bit to get off it's feet. The second town Historium was created on 7/30/2021 by Doc_Dot. Historium was created solely for farming and the production of raw materials. Historium quickly became of of the most developed towns in Rasteria. The Church of Rasteria was built on 8/1/2021. Rasteria grew steadily for some time. The third town Luna was created on 8/10/2021 by JORDYNLMB2.

First Rasterian Crisis
Rasteria experienced its first crisis during the week of 8/11/2021. The Magistrate of Plagatean Michinaru (Kardovia) claimed that Rasteria was there illegally and they were not authorized to create another town (Historium), and since they broke that law their towns will be seized and Choco1549 will be replaced. Choco1549 knowing full well of how Plagatean law works, and knew that Presevo and Plagatean Michinaru were separate colonies and had separate governance systems, therefore the Magistrate of Plagatean Michinaru had no jurisdiction over Presevo. The Magistrate of Presevo (Maze) gave Choco1549 authorization to stay in Presevo, and was also alarmed and angered by the claims of the Plagatean Michinaru Magistrate. The Magistrate of Plagatean Michinaru insisted that their rule was absolute, so Choco1549 decided to go to the Tagavor of The Empire of Plagatea (Nero) and get his conformation. Nero ruled in favor of Choco1549 ending the First Rasterian Crisis and establishing Ratserian legitimacy over the land.

Squatter Crisis/Kardovia V. Rasteria
For an unknown reason the magistrate of Plagatean Michinaru decided to settle two towns in Presevo; Luxenstein and Novastoria without the authorization from Maze (Magistrate of Presevo). Furthermore, these towns were within 50 blocks of the capital Gildar, and the people from the towns were doing covert operations within Rasterian land. These towns were clearly illegal and may had been put in place to curb Rasteria's growth/and or encroach on the freedoms of Presevo as a region. This took the immediate attention of all Rasterian citizens and Maze. Choco1549 asked the squatters several times to leave or integrate into Rasteria, the squatters refused. For a time it was just a high tension "Cold War" between Kardovia and Rasteria with Kardovia threatening war on several occasions. Tensions were high and both sides were preparing for the possibility of war. This continued until the collapse of the Empire of Plagatea in which Seaside and Presevo were transferred into the hands of Skjoldbrodir. Now that Presevo wasn't apart of Plagatea anymore the squatter were now undoubtedly in the wrong, for now they were illegally settling on another countries land. Choco1549 once again gave the squatters a choice to leave or be integrated into Rasteria, but they refused once again. So Choco1549 proceeded to organize a task force and remove the squatters by force.

9/15/21 The Rasterian military was founded and began it's organization. It's military academy also began construction on this date.

Rasterian Independance
9/21/20 The nation of Rasteria became independent from Skjoldrbrodir It's nation is free and will be governerd by Choco1549 from now on. This day will be celebrated for thousands of years to come, for this is the true founding of The Theocracy of Rasteria.

Death of the King
On the twelfth of October, King Choco the Great of Rasteria passed away in his royal quarters. His reign marked the golden era of the nation, a time of great prosperity and glory. However, his passing ushered in a new dark age for the people of Rasteria. A turbulent period filled with chaos would soon follow.

Soon after the passing of King Choco, the capital city of Gildar would fall to a group of Novastonians seeing an opportunity to seize the land. This displaced the many Rasterians living in the city, forcing them to flee towards the north to the cities of Stena and Historium. Skirmishes occurred between the opposing sides, resulting in little change. Eventually however, the Doge of Novastonia ordered the land be returned, ending the Gildar Crisis.

During this period, a group of Rasterians from the southern city of Lys would leave the nation to establish Erobore. Under the command of Madlad Olmero they would establish themselves in the Seronnan region. The city of Lys would go on to be placed under the ownership of Mr.Fanta7.

The Council
On the nineteenth of October, in order to establish order during these chaotic times, a council was formed, made up largely from old advisors to the king. The original council was formed under Sesam Kuton, Madlad Olmero, Potus, and Luffy. This new government would work to organize Rasteria and bring back a semblance of stability after Choco's death.

The city of Gildar would be reclaimed under the new name of Sanctus, by its new count Luffy. He would not be count for long, and would retire shortly thereafter. The position was left to Scroll Kuton, with him now replacing Luffy on the council.

On the fifteenth of November, the debt taken on by the Rasterian government was finally paid off to Skjoldrbrodir. A monumental day in Rasterian history, ensuring their legitimacy as a sovereign nation on Eldham.

Soon after, the governorship of the Lyssian province would be handed to Pip Kuton, making him the fifth member of the Rasterian council. At the same time the position of mayor would be given to Koi Kuton, after his founding of the city of Gatis in the province of Vicharia.

The Rasterian Secession
The nation of Rasteria had been apart of the As'rian Commonwealth since before the death of Choco. It had promised unity and a strengthened nation, however many in Rasteria quickly became dissatisfied with the state of affairs. The Rasterian representatives believed their Northern equivalents in ex-Valore were overpowering them, and making decisions that only benefited themselves. The final straw was the vote to leave their protectorate agreement with the Uraki Imperium for the Empire of Plagatea, the old colonizer of Rasteria.

With this vote, the Rasterian leaders elected to secede from the union and become independent once more, on the twenty-fourth of November. However, their ex-compatriots in the North were not so keen on letting this happen. Quickly, Rasterian leaders were removed from government chats and As'ria declared themselves a protectorate of Plagatea. Negotiations would stall, as As'ria declared Rasteria would need Plagatea's permission. Plagatea would stall on their decision until agreeing to allow Rasteria and As'ria to settle it themselves. However, As'ria began to dig their heels in, not allowing Rasteria to secede.

At this moment, Rasteria had undergone several disasters and had little to no military capacity. Combined with the fact that their independence was not certain, they could not find many foreign allies. They were unable to push for independence, and with As'ria refusing negotiations, Rasteria was forever placed in limbo.

During this period, however, minor growth was still seen, with the added settlement of Old Vale, under the leadership of Lil Goblin and Ugee.

The Fall of the Kingdom
The Kingdom had become stressed to its limits. Being diplomatically isolated, militarily weak, and under the leadership of inexperienced rulers, the country was doomed. External pressures from Novastonia, Goonsguard, Plagatea, and As'ria left the nation under constant threat. Just before the turn of the new year a meeting was held with people from across the nation, and the decision was made to leave their Holy Land. The settlement of Erobore from months previous, allowed for the Rasterians to retreat to a new home.

On the second of January, Rasteria signed a treaty with its neighbors in Novastonia and Goonsguard, surrendering its northern and southern lands to either nation respectively. In return their independence would be secured, although they were now limited to just the province of Lys, with over two thirds of their homeland occupied by foreign nations. This would not come however before a rogue As'rian tried to auction off the land to the highest bidder. He was stopped in this endeavor due to having no grounds or ability to sell such land. The Lyssian enclave, however, would be sold only a few weeks later, the new funds being used to fund ventures in Erobore and the greater Seronnan region. Many would die on the treacherous migration across the world, leaving the Rasterian community weaker and smaller in number.

The Diarchy
On the eighth of May, the still surviving Rasterians would be given an opportunity to return to their homeland. The buyer of the Lyssian province had offered to sell the land back to them at a profit. The Rasterians, eager to return to their Holy Land, accepted the deal, affording the purchase through the generous donations of Scroll Kuton, now a powerful duke in the Vulperium, and Ugee, a bandit lord who had vast supplies of wealth.

The nation would be established as a diarchy, under the two kings of Ugee and Brain Bardur, heir to throne of Choco the Great. A group of advisors would be created, with Pip Kuton, Chip Kuton, and Simon Kuton all supporting the nation.

The new government would suffer through the pains of inactivity. Few Rasterians were left to support the nation, and with non-existent recruitment, the Rasterian nation was slowly dying. Attempts to revitalize the nation fell threw as the nation failed to function.

The nation's death would be accelerated when the bandit king Ugee would retire from his position as king to explore other ventures, announcing his successor as Pip Kuton. He would continue the death of the nation, however, by selling off the nation to his friends, deciding that the nation would be unable to support itself, and therefore should be abandoned. With the second attempt at Rasteria destroyed, the remaining Rasterians once more, retreated to Seronna.