Principality of Kommerzhy

The Principality of Kommerzhy is a personal union of House Kommerzzi and consists of two main halves: The Duchy of Ecrium in Mosir-Sumari of the Shirokanezan Empire and The Province of Kommerzhy in the Kingdom of Certarian Eleanor. It is led by Prince Michael Kommerzzi III and Prince Hamith Highcaster-Myers.

Founding History
In October of 2021, Michael Kommerzzi founded the city of Commercia in Southern Wolfingrad. Almost at the same time, Hamith Highcaster started working on Bashnigrad, another Wolfin settlement in close proximity. Both cities grew fast and the mayors strengthened their collaboration more and more. Eventually, it was decided to merge the towns under the name of "Commercia", which would soon become Southern Phoros' biggest and most active economic hub as well as temporary Wolfin capital.

Saphas Thodo-Knight, the first Duke of Ecrium (in the North of Wolfingrad), decided to go on a big journey in late 2021. While he was gone, the land was destroyed by thieves and bandits. Michael Kommerzzi, originally the Wolfin Minister of Economy, saw the damage some days later while creating new plans for infrastructure. The city of Ecrium was completely abandoned. Not a single citizen was left. Michael immediately prepared a letter and sent it to the assumed location of Saphas Thodo-Knight. Due to an unexpected discovery during Saphas' voyage, he was unable to return. Consequently, it was decided that House Kommerzzi should be in control of the duchy from now on.

At the beginning of 2022, Wolfingrad was under serious political pressure. Mosir-Sumari attacked and captured the nation's Northern territories while the South was annexed by Uraka. This was something that the Commercian population did not want to accept. In an attempt to evade Uraki integration, the city proclaimed its independence. However, this was unsuccessful and the city was unwillingly suppressed. The theft of land and humiliating Uraki tax reforms followed, it was Commercia's darkest age so far.

Nonetheless, the hardworking and persistent Commercian population managed to expand the city, find new citizens and eventually was given the right to become a province. In March of 2022, Alarich Myers, a high Uraki government member, former Wolfin council member and friend of Michael Kommerzzi, proclaimed the creation of "The High Princeship of Kommerzhy" - the name's first mention in official documents. Houses Kommerzzi, Highcaster and Myers collaborated closely to ensure economic prosperity in Southern Phoros. After multiple humiliations by the Uraki government, the families decided to join "The Old Banners Rebellion", which resulted in the fall and disolution of Uraka and birth of the Arktanian Imperial Realm, amongst others. As this new realm was lead in part by Alarich Myers, who had by this time worked alongside both of the commercian leaders for a long time and become close with them, they decided to join as a princeship under the arktanian banner. The High Princeship of Kommerzhy and Duchy of Ecrium were united under the name of "Principality of Kommerzhy" and with the "flag of unity" in April 2022. As a consequence of Wolfingrad's fall and the nation's annexation, Kommerzhy's territory was part of both Mosir-Sumari and Arktania.

In mid-2022, Eleanor and Arktania merged. The Eastern Eleanori provinces and Zikonia (with its local capital of Rivergate) joined Kommerzhy. Southern Phoros has finally united again, under the name of "United Grand-Principality of Kommerzhy". The government follows the objective of creating a prosperous economic and diplomatic hub. Multiple embassies and stores were opened in Commercia. At the same time, the grand principality's infrastructure was upgraded significantly. The conflicts between Eleanor and Arktania had left their marks on the map. Hardly any roads existed to connect the two once-rivalling populations. Consequently, the new government immediately took action, financed new bridges and roads. These expansions have led to accelerated economic growth. Currently, Kommerzhy is flourishing and at its height.

Soon after the merger of Eleanor and Arktania, Mosir-Sumari integrated into Velerin which affected West-Kommerzhy (Duchy of Ecrium).



Official Flag
[An Extract From the Principality's Archives: K523 Town Hall Commercia - April 2022]

''Hamith Highcaster and Michael Kommerzzi hold one of their regular meetings in Commercia's town hall. The weather is nice and the sun shines bright. Nevertheless, it is possible to hear the sound of waves even from the building's highest floor. Both leaders drink some tea and take a few minutes to look out of the window. They see everything they have achieved. A giant mall, Commercia's heart. Several government buildings, temples, residential areas, embassies, and a powerful bastion. Commercia's citizens have created a prosperous and successful home. A place where everyone can meet peacefully to trade and make new friends.''

Michael summons his citizens, and speaks proudly to them, while presenting a grand cloth with a symbol that Commercians had not seen before:

Friends, we've come far already. However, this was just the beginning. We Commercians have managed to become a proper province. We no longer control a simple city, but an entire patch of land. Our Commercian wealth, power and camaraderie have spread around the entire realm. Multiple cities belong to us now, allowing us to prosper even more.

But something was missing. A symbol of unity. Something that would connect all Commercians and all of our values. Cities already have their own coat of arms and now, on this day, we want to introduce our new flag of unity. It consists of two highly contrasting colors. While blue represents peace, diplomacy and innovation, orange stands for courage and power. These two dimensions are united by the Commercian sun - the symbol of our future, progress, and success. Our entire history has been based around commerce, specifically maritime trade, which can also be seen in the center: a ship's steering wheel.

Fellow Commercians, this is our new flag. Our new symbol of unity. May the Principality of Kommerzhy continue to prosper in the future.

Other Flags and Symbols
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Hierarchy
Prince ... Highest leaders of Kommerzhy

Hereditary Prince ... Heir of a Commercian Prince

Government Member ... Direct advisor of Kommerzhy's princes, Leader of a Ministry

Lord Executive ... Advisor and Overseer of the Peerage

Duke ... Leaders of once-independent provinces (Duke of Commercia, Duke of Ecrium, Duke of Zikonia)

Earl ... Mayor of a well-developed town, Honorary title

Viscount ...

Baron ... Mayor of a town

Commander of Kommerzhy's Army ... Only has defensive authorities, actions outside of Kommerzhy's borders must be authorised by a Prince first

Commercia - The Capital of Kommerzhy
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VerEcrium - The Industrial Hub of Kommerzhy
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Rivergate -
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Arsalos - The Mediterranean Port City of Kommerzhy
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Fort Highcaster - The Seat of House Highcaster of Kommerzhy
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Other Towns
Averia, Freedonia, Lohja, Alverton, Oakenton, Saint-Roman, Sauvieur, Fataard, Ordonia, Solis-Ossa, Leonis Market