Kingdom of Aurea

{{Nation|name=Kingdom of Aurea|imagecaption=National Flag of the Kingdom of Aurea|image=File:Kingdom_of_Aurea_2..png|leader=Queen - Bee|capital=Aurea|official_language(s)=Traveler's Tongue|towns=Gol, Necromancia, Cape Multia, Gennisi Point, Aquae Aureae|government=Monarchy|culture=Multicultural|founded=}|succeed_by=Mercurian Republic|religion=Morikomi Shamanism|largest_city=New Aurea|population=18}}Kingdom of Aurea or also known as Aureawas formed after the collapse of the Mercurian Republic in. The opportunity was seen to take Aurea into the peoples own hands in order to govern themselves and it's small population of just 5 players as it was at the time. With the help of their neighboring nation Rodinnbrok it was gained and authorized. The Kingdom was lead by VvitekK, whose successor Queen Cheezus69, or Bee, now reigns.

Founding and Early History
After the fall of Mercurian Republic in the northern part of the old republic was left alone to the dangers of the world. It was soon realized that something had to be done in order to protect what was still even left to protect. Vita and a few other friends came up with a plan to gain independence from the fallen republic. The plan was hatched consisting of many tasks which had to be met before any claims could've be made. With only 5 players in the northern part of the old republic, it wasn't an easy task- but with resiliency and a strong will to govern themselves, they gained the freedoms they desired. Despite the hard work, Aurea's freedom was refreshing after the oppressive government they lived under prior to the fall of the Mercurian Republic.

Government


The nation hosts a monarchy, with the government led by the Queen by the name of Cheezus69, assisted by many ministries of various categories. Currently the ministry positions have been appointed positions, and a hybridized form of government between Ministries and a Consul form of government forms the upper council. This has proved more efficient, as the nation has small population. Some of the Ministry positions are currently open, but most are filled. The lower council tends to regional affairs.

Geography
Kingdom of Aurea is located in the northernmost part of the ex-Mercurian Republic in the continent of Valresh. It borders Rodinnbrok from southwest to northeast by the river Aura and to the south lies some of Drakar's cities. The The Capital city New Aurea is located in western part of the Kingdom. The City of Gol, a city between the seas lies directly in the central part of the Kingdom. The sea to the north is Lokkan Sea, and sea to the south is the Mecurian Sea. Smaller settlements and towns are scattered around the Kingdom, such as Cape Multia which lies in a cape surrounded by water in southeastern part of the mainland in the Kingdom.

The capital city of Aurea is unique in that it's partly built into the enormous mountain of Mt. Dalbosal and it features a big castle with windows to all the wind directions. The Morikomi Mountains tower over the landscape. The Morikomi mountains are the sacred grounds of ancient shamans who worship the mountain gods.

The river that separates Rodinnbrok and mainland Aurea is called Aura River. This is a relatively long river which stretches over plains and the jungle region on the northern part of Kingdom of Aurea. There are many bridges built and to be be built over this river, as it is relatively wide and on some parts very hard to travel over because it creates a valley like form close to the capital city New Aurea with steep cliffs.

New Aurea
Our Nation’s Capital

Founded in the Ellysian Empire, New Aurea is settled between the feet of the Morikomi mountain range. The river flows alongside it, indicating the border between Aurea and our allies in Rodinnbrok. A thriving city with markets, farms, residential districts and a large castle for Her Majesty the Queen, New Aurea is the gem of our nation. Massive defensive walls are being built to defend the city from future attacks, and much land to the south is being prepared for construction of government buildings, a library, public housing, and more.

For more detailed information concerning the Nation's capital, please see the Aurea page.

City of Gol
The Central City

Founded by a motivated group of citizens dating back to the times of Mercury, Gol sits on the desert island in the center of our nation, Gol was once the up-and-coming gem of Aurea. There was lots of new construction, an active bar, and a stable city government.

Sadly, nearly all players inhabiting the city became inactive. Since then, newcomers have attempted to lay claim to the abandoned city, but no one has lingered long enough for it to be restored to its former glory. With no one to maintain the land claim, the city has been looted and nothing remains but the empty shells of the sandstone buildings. Talk in Aurea continues to revive the city, but no player has yet to take the helm and breathe life back into Gol.

More information can be found about the legacy of Gol here.

Necromancia
Spectral’s Dominion

Spectral Mage, more friendly known as Speccy by Aureans, easily one of the most well established, wealthy, and influential figures in Aurea is the founder and leader of Necromancia. Necomancia’s settlement is built atop Aurea’s northernmost mountain, but the claim covers nearly all of Aurea’s northern land. Rumors of hidden underground networks circulate, but know one knows the true extent of what is hidden in Necromancia. You can read more about Spectral here: https://stoneworksmc.fandom.com/wiki/SpectralMage12?so=search

Cape Multia
The Southern Settlement

Cape Multia is a small settlement as old as Aurea itself. Cape Multiva is mainly focusing on farming, which is it's main source of income and export to the Kingdom. Founded long ago by MultiFrapser when the Kingdom of Aurea was still part of the Mercurian Republic, the settlement remains as it has for over 100 years. Now led and maintained by the new government, the Cape is a quiet and quaint area protected by the strength of the Kingdom. It is one of Aurea's Oldest Cultural Heritage Sites.

The Psilocybe
Arena of Mushroom Island

The Psilocybe is the mushroom island east of New Aurea. Once an old mining facility, it was selected as the site for the Arena of Aurea. By the noble efforts of Bag and Bee, the island was restored to its natural biome, building custom mushrooms and featuring a large PVP arena for both training and entertainment purposes. The island also hosts the remnants of a giant tree overgrown by mushrooms that have grown back and reclaimed the island.

Aquae Aureae Island
Island Village of the Mecurian Sea

An artificial island in the ocean south of Aurea’s mainland shores, Aquae Aureae is an old settlement, founded when a group of travelers first came to Eldham in early January 2022. They built the artificial island in an empty part of the ocean. Quackmax27 led this initial settlement, and named it Insula, but it was renamed to Aquae Aureae when it became part of the Kingdom of Aurea. The Island is a quaint yet lively fishing community that has been marked as a symbol of the growing influence of Aurea. The village is quickly growing and developing into a vibrant place fisher folk call home.

You can learn more about Aquae Aureae here.

Squidland
Former Eastern Settlement

Originally a settlement of squatters in the former Mercury, Squidland was once the most far eastern settlement of Aurea. The city was poorly constructed but eventually accepted into Aurea as an official settlement. Despite this, Squidland was eventually abandoned. Built in a high traffic area for travelers headed north or south near the edge of Eldham, scavengers and squatters have continued to move through the area, leaving the area picked over and barren. Squidland's demolition began in April 2022 and was completed in June 2022. The Area has been cleared of ruins and a forest has been replanted on the land.

Settlement of xx_Ninjacraft_xx
The Island Hermit

While Ninjacraft lives outside of the city of New Aurea, he was an influential figure in the politics of the Kingdom for many of our early years. He is known as a good orator, and served as a councilmember to the old king. His private residence is built on a tiny island south of the city, where he used the remains of an old shipwreck to build a quaint home. Nowadays though, he mostly keeps to himself and keeps out of Aurean politics.

You can read more about it here: https://stoneworksmc.fandom.com/wiki/Ninja's_lil_shack?so=search

Morikomi Region and The Architect’s House
Sacred mountains and an oceanside home

The Architect’s home is further down the coast from xx_Ninjacraft_xx’s settlement, right on the shore. A quaint residence of the mysterious architect has stood since early settlement of the area. The mysterious resident with no other name other than ‘The Architect’ presumably did commission builds for a living. Abandoned, the structure had been subject to looting, but was not extensively damaged and  kept its charm. It was renovated by Sleeping Sparrow, who now resides there and tends to the surrounding gardens and livestock. Overtime this small collection of homes and farms has formed a small and humble village, that stands at the foot of the great sacred Morikomi Mountains.

The region is at the heart of the Morikomi Shamanism religious tradition. The Morikomi Mountain region is kept up by the Shamans, where steams, gardens, and altars can be seen dotting the steep mountainous landscape. They are places for prophecy readings, meditation, and events for the dryad coalition.

Adustia
Koi's Settlement in the Eastern Desert

Koi and his friends, realizing the far easternmost lands of Aurea remained open, unsettled, and largely wild, sought out the area as their new home, escaping the noise and hustle and bustle of the big city in Aurea. A skilled group of warriors, the band is able to withstand the harsh conditions of the desert life near the very edge of Eldham. This settlement has been expanded and fortified by SaltWinters.

Eldercrest
The Islands at the edge if the Mucurian Sea

Eldercrest is a city built upon a small group of islands at the very edge of the Mucurian Sea, south of the Aurean mainland. Once it's own sovereign nation and an ally of Aurea, Eldercrest officially merged with Aurea in May of 2022. An agreement was reached between the Banks Gennisi and Eldercrest's leader 9Unlimited for Eldercrest to join Aurea. 9Unlimited still governs over the region as the Grand Duke of Eldercrest, maintaining its sovereignty and autonomy. Eldercrest has its own history and culture dating back many years, and Aurean historians are currently working to learn as much as they can about the rich cultural heritage of Eldercrest.

Serenia
Floating Islands over the Lokann Sea

A miracle of the Four winds, the giant floating islands are floating above the Lokann Sea are known as Serenia. Serenia is one of the personal projects of her Majesty the Queen, and only rumors of what riches and magic lay there can guess what exists on those great floating islands high up in the sky.

The Southerlands and Zalea
The Southern Province

Purchased from the collapsing supernation os Raddinbrok, Sparrow gave this land to the Queen as a gesture of gratitude for her leadership. The southern province consists of savannah, desert, and badland biomes. A parched province, filled with the ruins of long lost cultures, the Southerlands are not the most welcoming and hospitable region of Aurea. Yet, in spite of such a harsh condition, the bright and beautiful city of Zalea is the provincial capital. Once the Jabal Kingdom, the Jabal people who built the city only have a few surviving descendants. Nonetheless, Aurea is seeking to honor their legacy and keep the city well maintained and protected.

Transportation
Several roads, tunnels and bridges are under construction to connect the Kingdom and it's remote parts together to form a united network system of roads. The best and most advanced road layouts are found in the cities and settlements, but most notable of them being in the capital city of Aurea. Many bridges have been built with the help from Rodinnbrok. Most of these lies to the western parts built to go across the river which separates the two lands. More bridges are to be built stretching eastward. A tunnel underneath the Morikomi Mountains was constructed by SleepingSparrow in April of 2022 to provide ease of access to Gol and the far east. A player named Darkness built the bridge connecting Old Aurea to Roddinbrok in April 2022 as well. The bridge from Morikomi east across gol and across Gennisi point all the way to Adustia was completed in June of 2021.

Important Figures

 * Vita - The First King of the Kingdom of Aurea
 * Effy- Early Aurean Settler, Royal Council Member, and master Architect
 * Beatrice Gennisi- Reigning Queen of Aurea
 * Banks Gennisi- Minister of Development and famous Aurean Architect
 * Spectral Mage, who Aureans know as "Speccy"- Aurean Aristocracy, Duke of Necromancia
 * Sleeping Sparrow, or just "Sparrow", High Morikomi Shaman, Aurean Minister of Law, Culture, and Records
 * Koi Kuton - Former Aurean General and Founder of Adustia
 * Katarina De'Avigantia- Founder of the De'Avigantia Noble House, Jabal leader of Zalea

Religion
There are various religious practices of regions, communities, and individuals of the Aurean Kingdom. Many individuals practice religions that came from other lands, but the following religions are unique to Aurea.


 * Morikomi Shamanism- The Shamanistic worship of the Mountain Gods
 * The Cult of Piscopte- Religious Traditions of Aquae Aureae

History
Aurea has a long and rich history, proudly enjoying nearly a century of peace. Historian and minister of Law, Culture, and Records SleepingSparrow has recorded more of Aurea's History here: (link missing)