Reingard

Basic Info: Reingard is a small nation located on a collection of islands in the northern continent of Sparwood along the Arxella and Niedea borders. The country is styled after the British empire, with some elements of German. Reingard's leader is Lord Drake Von Marux.

Capital: The capital of Reingard, Ashbourne, is located on one of the two large islands within the territory. Initially created from the remains of a long since abandoned settlement, the small fortress once there has since undergone a mass redesign, expansion, and fortification. The houses built there previously are currently being worked on along with a new naval port.

Flag: The flag of Reingard holds two emblems, an Eagle and an Iron Cross. The eagle represents victory, pride, and royalty, all valued aspects in Reingard. The Iron Cross is meant to represent soldiers' bravery to face combat. Government: The current government is a constitutional monarchy with a Lord, Chancellor, and Parliament. Total power is split up, the Lord still having the majority of power at 36.4 absolute power, the Chancellor holding 33.3 absolute power, and Parliament holding 30.3 absolute power. The roles for Chancellor and parliament member are won in an election that takes place once every 2 months. Parliament meets three times a month (beginning, middle, and end) to discuss and vote on issues with a Chancellor as its head. The Lord can veto laws proposed by Parliament and the Chancellor. Parliament and the Chancellor can veto laws proposed by the Lord with a popular vote. While Parliament has control over the passing of laws, bills, and acts, the Lord and Chancellor have the power to create trade deals and pass temporary laws (last for 1-2 weeks) that would be voted on when Parliament comes back into session. Voting is done by a Yay or Nay (Thumbs up or down for discord).

Justice system:

A Basic justice system: has two lawyers, one Judge, and a Jury of 12. The punishments depend on the severity of the crime. The different severities have been set up into various levels ranging from 1-3. Level 1 offenses are punishable by a fine or by community service. Level 2's are punishable by prison time or military service. Level 3's are punishable by prison time, a life sentence, or the death penalty.

Types of crimes:

1. Misdemeanors (Low, level 1, and possible level 2 punishment): Trespassing, Gambling, Prostitution, Petty theft, Assault, Disturbing the peace, Public drunkenness or lewdness, Selling shoddy or adulterated goods.

2. Felonies (Medium, level 2, and possible level 3 punishment): Rioting, Inciting a Riot, Piracy, Bribery, Destruction of property, Theft, Robbery, Arson.

3. Capital Crimes (High, level 3, and less likely level 2 punishment): Murder, Treason, Counterfeiting.

Religion: The official religion of the nation is the Church of the Stahl Riesa. The religion worships Vulkan, a steel giant considered the master of fire, forging, and mining. It is the belief that whoever worships Vulkan will become masters in both metalwork and industry. Freedom of religion is allowed.

Citizenship: Citizenship for Reingard is gained through pledging loyalty to the Lord and building or purchasing a house/plot. Military service is also feasible. New Citizens moving are encouraged to learn how to use a forge and how to mine.

Cities: Reingard only has one city currently, that being its capital Ashbourne, this is due to the lack of territory.

Colonization: The idea of colonizing the new world will have to wait until the nation grows larger. Upon population growth, the premise of colonizing the new world will be taken into discussion.

Culture: Reingard culture can be summed up fairly quickly. It's a nation of prideful, patriotic people, believing in the values of loyalty, victory, and bravery in combat. Iron is seen as a precious metal that runs most aspects of the nation and holy material in the Stahl Riesa religion. Brewing beer is a valued art form that provides a beloved beverage to the country and economic growth. In Reingard, the land is viewed as being just as valuable as Iron, Prompting citizens to use whatever territory the nation owns to the fullest of their ability. The people of Reingard are an honorable group who follow through on agreements and promises, only ever breaking the deal if the other party has made a decision that would harm either the person or nation.

Military: The military is split into two armies, the primary army, "The Iron Marines," and the national guard, "The Imperial Guardsmen." The official uniform of the military is a "British Royal Marine" uniform from the 1700s-1800s. Soldiers are promoted based on their time in service and/or experience. While not at war or keeping watch over the territory, soldiers are expected to either expand their skill set or perform jobs (mining, building, crafting) that they see fit to benefit the nation.

History:Beginnings: Reingard was founded on 5/19/2021 by former soldier Drake Von Marux but wasn't public until 5/21/2021. After a minor dispute with Arxella over ownership of the islands, Reingard became its own independent nation on 5/31/2021. Afterward, the nation began to settle into its new, officially acquired land.

History:Growing: Since it officially became an independent nation, Reingard has since made strides towards becoming an industrial nation, even with the beginnings of a brewing business in Progress. The capital city is expected to continue to grow in the coming days.