Federal Republic of Cognia

Cognia, officially the Federal Republic of Cognia, is an unrecognized nation located in the north-eastern corner of Eldham.

Founding
The first city of Cognia, Buchwych, located in a mesa, was originally known as Korkh by the natives. Little is known of its origins, but it would eventually become a colony of Solisios on 5/6/21 upon being discovered by settler UNK_MER. It was subsequently renamed to Buchwych, which now serves as the de facto capital of Cognia.

Settlement of Buchwych
The settlers began constructing the city of Buchwych by building on major plateaus, which for some time, allowed for protection against bandits. However, this would later prove to be fruitless as bandits soon found a way on to the top of the plateau. Despite these difficulties, the bandits would be successfully fought off, albeit having a high number of casualties.

Expansion
After achieving costly victories against bandit invaders, members of Buchwych began making homes off of the plateaus on the ground. One member, urmumcantswim, left Buchwych to found a new city, Whitpoint, just across the river separating the mesa from the savannah. The two cities are connected via a bridge.

Recognition
Cognia is under the territory of the Ellysian Empire, and is currently attempting to gain recognition.

Cities
There are two cities in Cognia, those being Buchwych and Whitpoint.

Religion
The religion of Cognia is known as Narism, a branch of Lux that believes in the pursuit of knowledge under the guidance of the light goddess, Lux.