Second United Commonwealth

United Commonwealth (Zjedna Žečpospolita in Korolian), also called II United Commonwealth relative to its previous iteration in 824-908 ACA, is a federation in Leifmyrr and formerly in Northern Rathnir.

Introduction - Brief History of I UC
First United Commonwealth was supposed to be an union of all Korolian nations around the world, it was formed in 824 ACA with Slout II and Lodomiera Korola marriage, but it was very dysfunctional, from overlapping memberships in other countries, to all member states conducting independent foreign affairs, it was a miracle that the first iteration of the United Commonwealth even survived it's 84 years of existence, it collapsed in 908 ACA after pressure from the 4th Bardonian Empire.

For Korolian countries history after the First UC collapse check independent countries pages.

Founding
Founding voices are dated as far back as 977 ACA, when Nova Žemja regained independence from Rodinnbrok, when the Korolian Pact, being an economical-cultural bloc between NZ and Eastern Korolian Czardom was formed. However at that point, despite proposals of UC revival being thrown around, only an economical and cultural alliance was secured.

1000 Novožemjan General Election
A crucial step in United Commonwealth restoration was Nova Žemja's democratization in 1000 ACA, known as Reforms of 1000.

There were two major blocks competing for power: Progressive-National Union and Novozemjan Democratic Union's "sovereignity bloc" which was against the United Commonwealth for the reason that EKC at the time was closely tied to Simulami's influence zone, something PNU-NDU coalition wanted to avoid spilling over to Nova Žemja.

The other side was the United Commonwealth Restoration Party which believed that reforming United Commonwealth will be worth it despite the price of being tied to Simulami.

The results came out:

Party Name - Vote Percentage - Percentage of Seats in Ljudny Sejm:

United Commonwealth Restoration Party - 40.5% - 60%

Progressive National Union - 20.7% - 20%

Novozemjan Democratic Union - 19.8% - 20%

ManCorp Party - 9.6% - 0%

Dalerac Slavski-Shan (Independent) - 9.4% - 0%

With UCRP winning the election, UC revival came much closer than ever.

Reformation
In 1005 first gossips of Korolia (EKC) and Nova Žemja negotiating on reformation of UC came out.

2.01.1007 is the day when the reformation was finally announced, Korolia and Nova Žemja after a century (99 years to be exact), were part of one country once again.

Provisional Era
The period between 1007 ACA and 1016 ACA is called Provisional Era, due to it being governed by a provisional government. In 1012 ACA there were attempts at creating a constitution but they never succeded due to the union being de facto defunct in 1016 as of signing the "Peace in Plagos", where Czervoslavia was annexed by United Triumvirate of Plagos & Sparwood. The treaty was signed without UC representatives agreement or even knowledge about it.

"Peace in Plagos"
Between 1015 and 1016 ACA there was a proxy war in UPPO, between United Triumvirate, and Simulami. II UC was in Simulami's sphere of influence. The war ended with "Peace in Plagos" treaty, which allowed UTPS to annex Czervoslavia, and since then the union is basically de facto defunct, as the union has only one member, but the union still formally exists, as there are hopes for new members joining.

Constitution
After 1016 ACA, despite the union consisting of only one member state, constitution work continued. In 1019, a constitution referendum was held in what remained of UC, and the new constitution passed. The new constitution was based off the Progressive-National Union's draft, with Csar being reduced to a figurehead, with real power lying in the hands of elected officials.

Elections of 1021
1021 was the year that first United Sejm elections took place. There were 4 parties competing for the seats: PNU, NDU, NAP and UCRP. PNU won absolute majority, with Matos Slavski-Epitichan (who later became the Pjervod), and Pavel Letavski at it's helm. The full seat division was: 60% for PNU, 20% for NDU, who are in coalition with the PNU, and 20% for UCRP. The NAP did not get into the Sejm.

Matos Era
During Matos, and PNU's term in the power, several administrative reforms were implemented, Zlatoport's expansion project was revived, and several international contacts were made, with countries such as Ryzan.

NZA Inc.
1021, besides PNU's victory, also marked the foundation of NZA Incorporated, an armament company deeply submerged in controversy ever since it's foundation. The controversy culminated in 1030s, with the "Project Chemistry" revealed to the public, and with a massive SNB investigation which over time concluded with charges pressed against 878 individuals and 2 companies. The company later on was subsidized by the government.

Elections of 1027
In 1027, next elections took place for the United Sejm. This time Sejm was evenly divided between parties, with the division being:

NAP - 40%

NDU - 20%

PNU - 20%

UCRP - 20%.

Constitutional Crisis of 1029
In 1029 a constitutional crisis started in United Commonwealth. Kerola expressed their will to join the federation, however during the talks, Ciaran Foley, the leader of Kerola, expressed his concerns and deep lack of understanding of the UC's system, calling it "unfit for an union" and "broken". And while C. Foley's concerns are one thing, the United Commonwealth's government and people themselves started to notice problems with the constitution. - because of that the negotiations with Kerola were frozen, and UC's government started to review the constitution themselves. At that point it did not quite look like a crisis yet, although what truly turned the situation into a crisis was Pjervod Dalerac Slavski calling a session of the Grand Assembly of the Union to resolve the crisis - act which many perceived as an attempt to change the constitution without including citizens' opinion. The crisis was ultimately resolved with an amendment passed, although Kerola withdrawn from joining the Commonwealth.

The 30s
The 1030s were overall a time of growth and prosperity for the people of the United Commonwealth, with Zlatoport growing substantially.

Elections of the 1033
1. Progressive-National Union - 21 votes (41,17%) - 2 seats

2. National Argarian Party - 15 votes (29,4%) - 2 seats

3. Mr.A (independent) - 14 votes (27,45%) - 1 seat

4. Novožemjan Democratic Union - 1 vote (1,96%) - no seats

Elections of the 1039
1. Zerkalo Lands - 31 votes (39,24%) - 33%

2. Progressive-National Union (PNU) - 20 votes (25,31%) - 33%

3. National Argarian Party (NAP) - 9 votes (11,39%) - 17%

4. National Democratic Party (NDP) - 8 votes (10,12%) - 17%

Shaifan Autonomous Republic
In the 1046, after contact has been made with Shaifan Identity Movement, a small bit of territory of Primozan and Lipanovo Voivodeship s has been made into an autonomous republic of the natives, with it's capital in the town of Ambata.

The 40s
The 40s was a slow era of the United Commonwealth due to an absence of governance and lack of progress. Although since 1045 the nation has started to see growth again.

Elections of 1045
The elections of 1045 saw Alexei Vargas winning the majority leading the National Democratic Party.

Election Results:

1.National Democratic Party - 28 votes (46,6%) - 2 seats

2.Progressive-National Union - 16 votes (26,6%) - 1 seat

3.Snake (independent) - 10 votes (16,6%) - 1 seat

4.Novožemjan Democratic Union - 6 votes (10%) - 1 seat

The Sejm elected Alexei Vargas as Pjervōd with Matos being his Vice Pjervōd.

Great Eastern Voyage
In 1050, a group of ambitious researchers and sailors set off onto unexplored ocean in hopes of finding a new land. They found New Nebskoslavia, where they established a small colony, although due to it's cold climate, the archipelago is largely desolate. However this was crucial to the UC's existence, due to it becoming the gravely needed second member of the federation, de facto making it again functional.

Attempted Assassination of the Pjervōd, Alexei Vargas
Shortly after Alexei was elected an attempt on his life was made after two armed individuals chased him through Zlatoport and luckily Alexei found safety and survived hiding inside of the Sejm building.

The reasoning behind the attempt is unknown at the moment of writing. Investigations are ongoing.

UC-Aurea Agreement
In 1055 a vassalization agreement between Kingdom of Aurea and the UC has been signed, ending the "cold war" in the region between the two, and securing both external safety of the UC, and the cooperation of the two.

Provisional Government 1007-1016
Provisional Government is composed of both governments of EKC and Nova Žemja collaborating together.

The "Lost Dreams" Period 1016-1019
The "Lost Dreams" Period is the time after "Peace in Plagos", where the union is basically defunct. During it the UC government is basically Nova Žemja's one as it's the only member state during this period.

Csar
Csar is the head of United Commonwealth, the throne is reserved for Korol Dynasty. His authority is severely limited, although not non-existent. He has authority to propose laws to United Sejm and progams to United Cabinet.

1018-1026 - Vacant/Regency

1026-Present Slout IV Korol

Pjervod
Pjervod is the factual head of UC. He is elected by United Sejm at the beginning of every term, leads the Sejm, and the Cabinet. Has the ability to dictate tasks to Uzadniks, who are the heads of various ministries, and to propose laws in the Sejm.

Pjervod History:
1st Pjervod: Matos Slavski-Epitichan - Progressive-National Union - 1021-1027

2nd Pjervod: Dalerac Slavski - National Agricultural Party 1027-1033

3rd Pjervod: Dalerac Slavski - National Agricultural Party 1033-1041

4th Pjervod: Bright Zerkalo - Zerkalo Lands 1041-1045

5th Pjervod: Alexei Vargas - National Democratic Party 1045-present

United Cabinet
United Cabinet is the executive branch of the UC government. It's comprised of Uzadniks, the heads of various Uzadnictva (Ministries), the Uzadniks can be demoted and promoted by the Pjervod. Csar also has authority to promote Uzadniks to vacant seats, but cannot demote them.

United Sejm
United Sejm (also known as the Great Sejm of the UC) is the legislative body of UC. It's a fully democratically elected body, with elections to it taking place every 8 years.

Grand Assembly of the Union
Joint sitting of Cabinet, Sejm, and all local authorities of UC, called in for matters of special significance.

Provincial Division
The United Commonwealth as of 1022 ACA is divided into:


 * Constituencies / States - the countries that are part of the federation
 * Voivodeships - regions within Constituencies, groups of municipalities
 * Municipalities - the lowest level of division, almost every major city has it's own municipality.

Korolians - 1 975 708 - 74%
Korolians are the majority group in United Commonwealth. Both of countries who formed the UC were ethnically Korolian, and there are many other regions where Korolians live around the world.

Shaifans - 254 019 - 9%
Shaifans are a native ethnic group, that dominated the region pre-colonization.

Rodinnbrokans - 184 796 - 7%
Rodinnbrokans who are the second group in terms of size, are refugees who decided to cross the border into NZ in 977, away from their sinking homeland, they concentrate on the northern shore of Nova Zemja.

Mirians - 150 000 - 5%
Mirians are an ethnic group encompassing natives of the New Nebskoslavia Archipelago.

Ryzanis - 51 988 - 2%
There are immigrant populations of Ryzanis scattered around United Commonwealth, who immigrated for different reasons and at different times, from immigrating in late 890s away from II Ryzani Civil War, to immigrating in 980s to get a vacation house in Nova Zemja. There are even some important political figures being Ryzani by ethnicity such as Aleksander Perkofiov.

Other - 100 677 - 3%
There are several other minority groups in UC such as natives (modern term Shaifans), Hrabians, Raudgrenis, Selidoarians-Azcorians and more.

Korolians - 3 465 832 - 91,1%
Korolians are the majority group in United Commonwealth. Both of countries who formed the UC were ethnically Korolian, and there are many other regions where Korolians live around the world.

Rodinnbrokans - 184 796 - 4,9%
Rodinnbrokans who are the second group in terms of size, are refugees who decided to cross the border into NZ in 977, away from their sinking homeland, they concentrate on the northern shore of Nova Zemja.

Ryzanis - 51 988 - 1,3%
There are immigrant populations of Ryzanis scattered around United Commonwealth, who immigrated for different reasons and at different times, from immigrating in late 890s away from II Ryzani Civil War, to immigrating in 980s to get a vacation house in Nova Zemja. There are even some important political figures being Ryzani by ethnicity such as Aleksander Perkofiov.

Other - 100 677 - 2,7%
There are several other minority groups in UC such as, Hrabians, Raudgrenis, Simulamii, Plagateans, and more.

10 Largest Cities:
(by population)

Current

 * 1) Zlatoport - 1 198 044
 * 2) Lipanovo-Ostrokochod - 321 450
 * 3) Rodinno - 153 531
 * 4) Kobzyn - 78 121
 * 5) Krasni Zamek - 25 201
 * 6) Meskanice - 5 210
 * 7) Kosov - 5 017
 * 8) Sirakawa - 4 997
 * 9) Hambat/Ambata - 3 210
 * 10) Piaskov - 1 910

Pre-1016

 * 1) Zlatoport - 998 044
 * 2) Ignatava - 782 302
 * 3) Lipanovo-Ostrokochod - 321 450
 * 4) Rodinno - 153 531
 * 5) Port Boros - 103 291
 * 6) Kobzyn - 78 121
 * 7) Kavan - 74 112
 * 8) Padkovo - 45 021
 * 9) Krasni Zamek - 25 201
 * 10) Fort Aferosia - 7 810

Climate
The climate in United Commonwealth varies extemely depending on the place, Czervoslav isles have warm, seaside, temperate climate, while Nova Zemja has dry and extremely dry climate with savannas and deserts typical to the area.

Czervoslav Isles (pre-1016)
The Czervoslav Isles are a majority temperate area, however there are some areas in which the climate gets mildly tropical.

Nova Zemja
In Nova Zemja there are 3 major zones, all have dry warm climate, with two deserts and a savannah strip in the middle, that's not to count the very thin savannah strip right next to the seaside.

New Nebskoslavia
The faraway isles of New Nebskoslavia have cold climate, featuring cold taigas and tundras.

Zlatoport
Founding city of Nova Zemja, largest city in the country. Located on Novozemjan shore, the name after translation from Korolian roughly means Golden Port. It's house to almost a million people, being the largest metropolis in the country. It has many sights such as the Novozemjan flag tower, or the Vojtek Statue. Also home to many businesses such as KBrew Eldham and Zlatoport Laboratories.

Ignatava (pre-1016)
Second biggest city in United Commonwealth, located on the largest island of Czervoslav archipelago, is the capital of that region, with almost 800 thousands people living in the city.

Lipanovo-Ostrokochod
Widely regarded the most beautiful city of Nova Zemja, and possibly whole United Commonwealth, it's located in the centre of Nova Zemja, houses around 300 thousands of people.

Rodinno
While LO is regarded the most beautiful, Rodinno, is the opposite. Regarded the poorest (especially noticeable in the Rodinnbrokan refugee slums in the northern parts of city), dirtiest, and plain ugliest city of United Commonwealth, is however home to few industrial businesses such as "Korolian Sailor", tasked with industrial production of fishing and sailing equipment.

Note: It wasn't originally named Rodinno, the original name was Geld, but now it's renamed into Rodinno as suggested by P. Letavski to commemorate Rodinnbrok, but also because Rodinno is similar to Korolian word "Rodyna", meaning "Family".

Port Boros (pre-1016)
Port Boros is the capital of Durania, and the second largest town of Czervoslavia but only 5th in whole UC with a little more than 100 thousands people.

Kobzyn
Kobzyn is the capital of Svalmarc, the southernmost part of Nova Zemja, while it is itself a small city, it's the largest in the area. It is also a major riverside port.

Kavan (pre-1016)
A small fishing town south from Ignatava.

Padkovo (pre-1016)
Padkovo is a small town in Czervoslavia.

Krasni Zamek
KZ is a small town oriented around a castle.

Fort Aferosia (pre-1016)
Fort Aferosia is the 10th largest town in UC, but it also is the most enclosed one as it's directly next to a military base.

Military
United Commonwealth Armed Forces are the military of United Commonwealth. The military is divided into four branches: land, naval, logistics, and experimental warfare.

Currency
United Commonwealth's currency is Krona Korolska (Korolian Crown), it's exchange rate is 1$=2,1 KKR

Companies
Top 5 Companies in United Commonwealth


 * 1) Korolian Corporation (KNews, KBrew, KBank)
 * 2) Zerkalo Trading Company
 * 3) Ender's Cheese
 * 4) Zlatoport Laboratories
 * 5) NZA Incorporated

Folk Music
The Czervoslav cultural music is a folk-genre played with Violins and other acoustic traditonal instruments, The Czervoslav Boneflute is one of the traditional instruments which is doublesided flute made from a horses skull, And is played by two people at the same time. Often a Symbol of unity, the Czervoslavian boneflute was made as a symbol of unity with the native Svedi Population during the early days of Colonization.

Food
In both Czervoslavia and Nova Zemja, seafood is immensely popular, as it's easily accessible. Novozemjan national dish is called "Mustard Spiced Salmon", which consists of a cooked salmon served with mustard seeds or sauce. Often served along cooked potatoes.

Media
Currently almost 100% of the media market is being held by KNews, as Ljudni Vjesti and Korolian Broadcasting are the 2 main news sources, with the only other news source capable of even marking their existence is Novožemjan Radio Warning System (NZRUVO), being an emergency system in it's testing phase since 980s.

Carthya Djennik, Ljudne Vjesti, Primorski Djennik
Translating to "People's News", though contrary to name, which could imply it is party newspaper of NAP, it is in fact a KCorp newspaper and the primary source of news in Nova Zemja. CD is the primary newspaper in KNews, present in Czervoslavia and recently in NZ too. Primorski Djennik is a regional paper oriented on the Primozan Voivodeship, ran by regional activists under the patronate of KNews. It was started in 1032 ACA.

Korolian Broadcasting
Television started in Ryzan in 983 by KNews, operates in UC too.

Novožemjan Radio Warning System
NZWS or NZRUVO by translated acronym is an emergency alert system tested by NZ government in 980's, it's unclear if it still functions as it never left the testing phase.

Tourism
United Commonwealth in general, but especially Nova Zemja, are a major tourism areas. They are in the first 30 most visited countries in the world, with around 25 thousands tourists yearly.

Novozemjan Flag Tower
Novozemjan Flag Tower is the first ever building set up in the Colony of Nova Žemja. With around 2 centuries of history behind it, it's one of the most famous landmarks in Zlatoport. The tower itself is just a simple watchtower with a flag pole, but it's recognizable due to it's history.

Vojtek Statue
Vojtek Statue, which was moved around in Zlatoport, is the arguably most recognized landmark in Zlatoport. It was damaged due to forementioned move, with the polar bear pictured on the statue losing parts of it's face and the right-front leg. Vojtek is a polar bear.

Ignati Street
Ignati Street is the most picturesque street in Zlatoport, with it being decorated all the way with flags, banners and other decorations in Korolian colors.

It also features the Zlatoport Laboratories, the scientifical pride of Korolians.

Eye of Ehway
The Eye of Ehway, was the first cathedral built in NZ, which also makes it a historical sight.

New United Sejm
The new United Sejm building, built in 1030s is one of the famous sights of Zlatoport.

Lipanovo Cathedral
An old, abandoned church of a different faith, turned into an Ehwaist cathedral is the most famous sight of Lipanovo.

Duran Clock Tower - Czervoslavia
Duran Clock Tower, is the most visited place in Ignatava, and in whole Czervoslavia. It was built to honor the dead in OPTC-Czervoslav Conflict.

Saint Solivey's Cathedral - Czervoslavia
Widely regarded most beautifiul Ehwaist cathedral, St. Solivey's Cathedral in Ignatava is built on a hill overlooking the Plagosi Sea, and is built in a modern way, not seen in other churches in Rathnir.

Symbolics
The United Commonwealth has three symbols.

Flag
The flag is a pan-Korolian (blue-white-red) tricolor with the coat of arms put onto it.

Coat of Arms
Coat of Arms of the UC can be seen on the flag.

It's a shield divided into four quadrants, two showing the Nebskoslav eagle, and two showing the Novozemjan one, although the difference between the latter is that one is in Czervoslav colors. This part symbolizes Korolian unity.

On top of the shield there is a smaller one, divided into two halves, a Czervoslav and Novozemjan one, each one standing for one of the founders of the II UC.

The shields are nicely accompanied by a redesigned crown at the top, a smaller plain tricolor at the bottom and two golden arches on the sides.

Anthem
Anthem, called "March of Korolians" was a patriotic song formed by exiled officers following the collapse of the I UC, dated on 910s ACA. It was used as an unofficial anthem as early as 1007 when the UC was reformed, but only in 1058 was it made official.

Lyrics in Travelers' Tongue:
Scattered across this whole world, Called upon arms in foreign wars, We've gathered for a reason, Into one armed circle;

March, March, Korolians! Our brave nation, We shall rest after our work, In our fathers' homeland.

We'll cross Nova Zemja, We'll cross oceans We'll rest down in Ignatava. In the winter, with Nebskoslav wine, We'll stop down in Welstone.

March, March, Korolians! Our brave nation, We shall rest after our work, In our fathers' homeland.

From Welstone upon beaten path, To Slouttawa we shall return. What's left of the enemy that we'll encounter, We'll throw head-first into the Vola.

March, March, Korolians! Our brave nation, We shall rest after our work, In our fathers' homeland.

March, March, Korolians! Our brave nation, We shall rest after our work, In our fathers' homeland.

March, March Korolians! March, Korolia, March!