Llozhar

Overview
Lozaria is a nation that is centred in the Southern Western Quarter of the Osterium Sea, being located in the cross-roads of the continents of Sparwood and Plagos with its capital being located at Farrenore. Where the current ruling family [ House Lozharo] is home to, with the nation currently being led by its founder Jonathan Lozharo.

The official language of the Nation is currently Travelers Tongue. “The most widely spoken language in the World".

Founding
[Date: November 10th 2021]

After brief talks with Valerian I Iuris the Ehrli Solean Iksare (Holy Soleannen Emperor) with their agreement, Jonathan Lozharo formed the Kingdom of Lozaria under the Protection of Escharia.

Royal Diplomatic Visit to the Second Tzardom of Arxella
[Date: November 16th 2021]

Jonathan Lozharo would personally travel through the narrow paths of the Woods to the capital of Golgograd in the Second Tzardom of Arxella, where he personally intended to give the Tzar Nirauras Asezie gifts he made a gesture of goodwill to a fellow neighbouring monarch, however he would not be present with Jonathan leaving the gifts behind before departing home to Farrenore where he would later receive word from Nirauras who thanked him and who appreciated the gift, not long after he would abdicate the throne and allowed his nation to be subjugated into the so-called "Kartek Caliphate".

Royal Diplomatic Visit to the Kingdom of Thalassii
[Date: November 20th 2021]

Jonathan Lozharo had previously attempted to make contact with the King Chorboi of Thalassi but attempts seemingly stalled as the conflicts in Northern Sparwood ramped up and bandits became more commonplace, however despite all of these issues they would overcome and contact would at last be made. Diplomatic talks then took place which led to Jonathan traveling to the Thalassiian Capital of NovaThebanii where he met and was received warmly by the King Chorboi, he would take him on the tour of the city, from the homes, storage facilities, to the government district, by the end of the tour Jonathan impressed by the capital, complimenting it for its stylistic choice and design, before he then promptly gave Thalassiian King his goodwill gift Chorboi upon receiving the gift would return the favour and gave Jonathan a Lavish gift of goodwill although reluctant to accept it at first, he would in the end accept it, shortly after both Monarchs would bid each other farewell in good terms.

The Lozarian-Thalassiian Pact
[Date: November 22nd 2021]

Jonathan Lozharo and Chorboi after mutual diplomatic discussion would agree upon a pact of friendship between the two Nations that includes a Non-Aggression Pact, Mutual Defensive Pact and arrangements of movement of citizens, as a start of strengthening bonds and friendly relations.

Joining the Sparwood Union of Peace & Alliances
[Date: November 24th 2021]

Upon declarations of war against Solea-Audal Union specially centred at the Soleannen Empire of Escharia. from the The Holy Kingdom of Gertonia, before being followed by the So-called "Kartek Caliphate", this declaration of war broke the State internally with the Kingdom of Rohel shortly declaring independence afterwards "With the lie that is Kartek not pursuing wars of expansion and their warmongering ways was exposed for the whole world to see." This string of events unnerved Jonathan Lozharo and the Lozarians who had maintained neutrality up to this point. With Jonathan at first forming a informal alliance with Foczo against the Kartek Threat. Before he then moved with haste to correspond with Chorboi about the events unfolding on the continent which led to him and his nation being invited to join the Sparwood Union of Peace (SUP) which Consisted of Thalassii, Rohel and Mudrok, with Lozaria becoming its Fourth Member, however upon mutual discussion Lozaria would appear on maps as (Solea-Audal) (SUP).

Integeration of Fallen State of Eden
[Date: December 5th 2021]

Jonathan Lozharo following interacting with a former Citizen of Eden would move to integrate the Fallen State of Eden into his Kingdom with him leading the Lozarians to land in the northern tips of the coasts of Sparwood he would establish a small outpost he referred to at first Edenbridge but he changed it Edeniraur shortly after combining Eden and the first half of the name of Nirauras, with the outpost being named in Honour of Nirauras Asezie.

Sparwood Union of Peace Disbands
[Date: December 7th 2021]

With the Emergence of the Sparwood Peace Treaty being signed by many countries in Sparwood with the similar goals of the SUP, they would disband as they were believed it best to all unite under one treaty rather then multiple. With former member states considering themselves to sign the Sparwood Peace treaty in the following days. With the sentiment of "Let's work together instead of against each other" being echoed amongst its former members.

Aldovir Hostilities and the Abdication of Valerian
[Date: December 7th 2021]

Aldovir declared war against the Solea-Audal Union, in response to this Emperor Centurion dissolved the Union, with this being followed by Emperor Valerian stepping down and abdicating from his throne, citing many OOC reasons chiefly from 'intense toxicity' in his place he appointed and raised up Elizabeth An Chaureste as the new Soleannen Empress of Escharia. With his departure the cracks of instability that had been beginning to show under his leadership all came bursting through, with Tymarat under Juno and Suderen under Anerias Magistri upon the change of leadership breaking away from the Empire, however even still the present threat of Aldovir loomed over the remaining Escharien Territories with newly appointed Empress out of options choose to move over to join up with Uraka, a Eldham Based Nation. Jonathan Lozharo had been carefully monitering the situation at his desk at Farrenore, as the news trickled in of the global events, he was overheard to have said "A right old mess that only devolves further with each news that is dropped into my desk". He would first send off a letter to congratulate the newly appointed Soleannen Empress of Escharia. And expressed his concerns of his southern neighbour that is now under Aldovir's protection that appears to be a prime location as a spring board for a Aldovirian Invasion of Escharia. He would be responded by the Empress promising Protection and much else, this left him to reserve himself and his people to observe the current events and to see how it plays out in the coming days.

Joining the Soluna Alliance
[Date: December 8th 2021]

On the Same day of the SUP disbanding, Soluna Alliance was formed by the Kingdoms of Thalassii and Lunaris, Mudrok and a few other members would join the Alliance with Lozaria upon request would be entered into the Alliance.

Departure from the Soleannen Empire of Escharia
[Date: December 9th 2021]

With increased attacks from their disgruntled neighbour to the south due to the fallout of Abdication of Emperor Valerian I, Lozaria choose to withdraw it protectorate status from the Soleannen Empire of Escharia. Following their Immediate departure they would form a Pact with the Kingdom of Suderen that includes clauses for non-aggression, mutual defence and trade.

The Soluna Alliance Disbands
[Date: December 27th 2021]

With the Collapse of the Kingdom of Thalassii and the withdrawal of Lunaris from the Alliance with them joining up with the Sapphire Commonwealth, the Alliance would be disbanded by the remaining members of Rohel, Lozaria and Synderia. With Lozaria parting on good terms, with the Kingdom of Lozaria agreeing to a MDP with the Kingdom of Rohel with several conditions specially they were not the aggressors in any Conflict they part took in.

Enlightened Despotism
[Date: January 5th 2022]

A slow political shift had taken place in Lozaria in form of its Ruler Jonathan with him beginning to move towards an enlightened approach in his style of Rule and Governance of his realm, although maintaining his absolute autocratic authority in his nation, he now frames his position as one of exercising his autocratic powers for the benefit of its people prioritising Reason and Tolerance above all else in his hopes of Progress, with this change, Jonathan would overhaul his entire Nation and much of the Fundamental Framework of the nation, such as amending the constitution introducing new laws to his Kingdom starting with the reorganisation of the military, Redefining the industries of the nation, pushed for the Separation of Church and State, the official institution of Freedom of Religion, and a food program which made food a Non-Issue in his nation.

The Lozarian-Axelm Pact
[Date: January 11th 2022]

With the Ascension of Skavier Castellan III and the Castellans as the King to the Kingdom of Axelm he extended a olive branch over to Jonathan Lozharo and the Lozarians in forming diplomatic ties with Lozaria, following discussions it concluded with a beneficial pact being signed between both parties.

The Lozarian-Mudrok NAP
[Date: February 1st 2022]

Jonathan Lozharo on his diplomatic rounds around Sparwood, would successfully negotiate a NAP with the Demesne of Mudrok led by Yrsa Wolfsbane.

NAP with the Maritime Republic of Hansa & Osterium Pirates
[Date: February 2nd 2022]

With Independence being granted to the Maritime Republic of Hansa from the Fjarldom of Aatyeli, Jonathan Lozharo would extend a branch of diplomacy to the Republic which led to the forming of a NAP with the Republic this will be followed with a NAP with the Osterium Pirates.

Cartography in Lozaria
[Date: February 12th 2022]

The Lozharo's collectively since their arrival on Rathnir over the course of their travels would collect Maps, by the time of the establishment of Lozaria, The Lozharo's would have a extensive collection of Maps ranging from a hundred or so, varying styles all of which was kept safely in their Family Archives. Joryth Lozharo, the Prince of Lozaria would develop a passionate interest in Cartography, with him using the maps in the Family Archives as a references in creating Maps, with him later opening up a Cartography Centre at Farrenore where he would broadcast maps he would make to the Nation.

Geography
The Nation is Centred at the South-Western Quarter of the Osterium Sea.

Farrenore (Capital):
The beating heart of the Nation, Home to the Lozharo's and the Affairs of State are settled from a day to day basis.

Edeniraur
Named in Honour of Nirauras Asezie, the place itself had been restricted to one outpost due to it being, despite Jonathan Lozharo's numerous efforts to find a resolution with Kartek for a better defined border to allow for a settlement to grow and bloom.

Territories:
Etscharien Sea

Main Governing Body
Lozaria is led by a Sovereign Autocrat who presides over the nation in its domestic and foreign affairs, the Sovereign is supported by a Chancellor and a High Council which makes up the Higher Chamber of the Government, below the Higher Chamber is the Lower Chamber made up of Senator's who makes up the Lozarian Populas,

Justice System:
The Justice System in Lozaria is run by a System of a Citizen or Official who are accused of a crime will be judged at court, where they will either be given a verdict of innocence or of guilt. The Court will be made up of following, The Judge, Jury of 7, Two lawyers (Defence Attorney and Prosecutor). The Defendant or Suspects will be given their time to speak, Witnesses will be allowed to take the Stand. Evidence is being looked over in Court Proceedings.

Types of crimes:
Punishments that are issued are entirely dependent on the severity of the crime. The severity of the crimes being divided up into various levels ranging from 1 to 3. The charges can be added up to decide on a verdict.

Level 1 - Misdemeanours (Offences are punishable by a fine or by community service)


 * Trespassing, Gambling, Petty theft, Assault, Disturbing the peace, Public drunkenness or lewdness, Selling shoddy or adulterated goods.

Level 2 - Felonies (Punishable by prison time or Exile)


 * Rioting, Inciting a Riot, Piracy, Bribery, Destruction of property, Theft, Robbery, Arson.

Level 3 - Capital Crimes (Punishable by prison time, a life sentence, or the death penalty)


 * Murder, Treason, Counterfeiting.

Military
The Sovereign is the Supreme Commander General of the Lozarian Forces and is the only sole authority that may declare war if it becomes necessary. This command may also fall to the Chancellor should it need be, or the Council should both be incapacitated.

The Military is divided up into two parts. The Army who is led by the Brigadier General of the Lozarian Army who is the High Commander of the Military with the Army being broken up into 5 Regiments led by Captains. The Second half of the Military the Navy is led by the Grand Admiral who is the High Commander of the Navy. The Role of the Navy is one more of Logistics, as much as it is battle at sea, with Lozaria being situated among a Set of Islands, the Navy and Army work hand in hand in the defence of the Realm.

Citizenship
The Application Process of Lozaria differed as the Nation grew and developed, the Nation of Lozaria was founded on the basis on being a land not entangled or driven by War, Death and conflict, applicants who applied to become citizens would be shown hospitality, and are given all the facts of what being a Citizen entails before coming to a decision on their application.

Population
Fluctuates throughout Lozaria's Existence.

Races
Lozarii, Niedene, Castellan

Religions
Soleannen

Cost of Living
Taxes are not enforced in Lozaria therefore there is no real cost to living in Lozaria as its all covered from the Pockets of the Sovereign and the Royal Family.

Brewery
Alcohol and Wine are seen as a Lucrative Product and business in the Kingdom with experimentation in creation of fine wines and alcohols being promoted by Xarahh Lozharo who runs the Farrimond Bar at Farrenore.

Farrenore University
A Educational Institute founded by Jonathan Lozharo, in his initiative to build up Farrenore as one of the many Intellectual Capitals on Rathnir. To act as the hub of Academic Research, Literature & Knowledge at the crossroads of Sparwood, Nieden and Plagos. The University is bankrolled by House Lozharo in its daily operation in a small campus connected to the Grand Library of Farrenore where a ever-growing extensive achieve of books could be drawn upon from researchers of scholars to further both academic and analytical research.

Art
Artisans are revered by the Nation as a whole, With the Sovereigns of Lozaria heavily encouraging, Promoting and Supporting the Arts with it being very highly support after among the elite.

Music
The Sound of Flutes, Drums, harp are often heard among the Royal Courts of Lozaria.

Cuisine
Baked Potatoes, Steak and Fish are the predominantly used among made dishes eaten by the Lozarians.

Fashion
Beauty Standards as well as Fashion are very flexible in Lozaria and pass in trends depending on the specific era and the Ruler of the Day. For the Rule of Jonathan Lozharo, it varied greatly, with no real defining trends among the citizenry or the elite.

Architecture
The Architectural Style of Lozaria is one focused on a balance of Aesthetic on the Surface and Efficiency on the Inside. This can be seen through the City of Farrenore with the Market being outside the city walls at the Port. A example from within the city is that you would not see any farms or such on the surface, as its all hidden beneath the city, so that it will not take up room on the surface.

Foreign Relations & Diplomatic Policy
Lozaria's policy when it comes to the diplomatic and foreign front is one of establishing peaceful relations with its neighbours and working towards establishing a inclusive cosmopolitan society that welcomes all walks of life to the nation where intercultural relations can take place, that could work towards establishing peace, prosperity and stability both domestically and regionally in their immediate surrounding states.

Soleannen Empire of Escharia
[Date: November 10th 2021 - December 8th 2021]

Under the Rule of Jonathan Lozharo, relations between Escharia were positive from the beginning of his reign and arguably before his ascension. He had outwardly shown to have had deep respect and admiration of Escharia from their Long drawn-out History, Culture Heritage and their Arts. So its no surprise to many that he would work in co-operation with the Eschariens in numerous matters ranging from Voicing support, denouncing would be rebels and so-forth. He rarely ever had opposing views to Escharia, as he generally aligned with them in all matters as his views were very much in line with theirs, however following the Solea-Audal Collapse and Escharia subsequent Vassalization by Uraka, Lozaria would withdraw their Protectorate Status from Escharia and diplomatic ties have since ceased.

Second Tzardom of Arxella
[Date: November 10th 2021 - November 18th 2021]

Under the Rule of Jonathan Lozharo, relations between the Second Tzardom of Arxella as a entity was difficult and oftentimes strained this was the result of Arxella being split between two, a West and East, both claiming legal succession to the first Tzardom. This mess of a situation proved trying and difficult for Jonathan to which would led to him pursuing a path of neutrality although he would lean towards Nirauras Asezie in regards with diplomatic relations as he was his closest Neighbour compared to the other who was Arcstron Korolevski, although it must be noted that he did not harbour any ill-will towards him nor did he thought less of him as Jonathan had previously held his older brother Solomon Smark in a high regard as he treated him kindly and served as his guide in Northern Sparwood during his travels of the Vast continent. When both Tzardoms of Arxella both left the protection of Escharia to be integrated into the Kartek State, Jonathan decided it would be best to cut ties unilaterally, as chaos in Northern Sparwood began to Unravel.

Kingdom of Thalassii
[Date: November 20th 2021 - December 12th 2021]

Under the Rule of Jonathan Lozharo, relations between the Kingdom of Thalassi began on a good note, with the rulers correspondence in letters being very civil and productive with both leaders seeing eye to eye on many contentious issues and matters, with this leading to the formation of the Lozarian-Thalassiian Pact that covers, pacts of Non-Aggression, Mutual Défense, Movement of Citizens and trade however following the Sudden Thalassiian Internal Collapse relations have been complicated.

[Date: January 16th 2021 - Present]

With the Return of Chorboi as well as Thalassii, and the tensions between him and Llyre es vel Volaerys seemingly having been lifted, Jonathan Lozharo and Chorboi had resumed friendly relations between both Countries, with the Lozarian-Thalasiian Pact being reaffirmed in the following days, becoming the longest lasting agreement signed in Lozaria.

Mudrok
[Date: November 24th 2021 - Present]

Under the Rule of Jonathan Lozharo relations began between Lozaria and Mudrok through the Sparwood Union of Peace, Jonathan grew to respect the leader of Mudrok, who he held up to a high regard in his time in the Union, although the Union soon dissolved, Lozaria continued to hold a Positive View of Mudrok, it will eventually culminate in the forming of a NAP between the two Nations.

Kingdom of Rohel
[Date: November 24th 2021 - January 7th 2021]

Under the Rule of Jonathan Lozharo, relations between the Kingdom of Rohel were well in their dealings with any one another, he held a rather impartial view of the Kingdom following Rohel's Collapse. Relations had ceased between the two People with their self-imposed exile into Ecclesia.

Kartek
[Date: December 7th 2021 - Present]

Under the Rule of Jonathan Lozharo, relations between the two were close to none, he did on multiple occassions attempt diplomacy with the Leadership of Kartek but his attempts to form a line of communication with them were all stonewalled, in the end he would relent with him just choosing to observe and stay out of their affairs as much of as he could although it would of been preferable had they had a working established relationship that he had sought after in the beginning.

Lunaris
[Date: December 8th 2021 - Present]

Under the Rule of Jonathan Lozharo, relations between Lunaris leaned towards being either neutral to debatably negative at times, on Lozarian side of the fence in particular, during their membership in the Soluna Alliance, Lozaria was not treated as a co-equal partner in the Alliance being viewed more as a Inferior Member-State than a co-equal partner, this is reflected by the words and actions of the Spirit of King Hans Luon I, with a notable example of such being him offering Lozaria to become a protectorate/Vassal or full integration into their Nation, With it being rebuffed immediately leaving the Lozarians seeing it as very much in poor taste in nature with it pushing them to heavily considering breaking off of the Alliance not long into their membership although it did not come to pass until the Alliance's dissolution, with relations remained closed off.

Although their would be a exception to this when Jonathan Lozharo in his diplomatic rounds with his neighbours, had attempted to conduct diplomacy with Lunaris, which at the time was ruled by Amaranthine Luon who he had held a rather favourable view of, despite his reservations of Lunaris in general. However at his suggestion of a NAP it was politely turned down by the Empress for what reasons remained unknown. Leaving the relations to remain as it always had from the beginning, almost non-existent and leaning between being Neutral to debatably Negative.

Fourth Empire of Escharia
[Date: December 9th 2021 - Present]

Signed a Pact with the Nation due to familial ties despite both leaders have shown to have frosty relations. With Lozaria tending to distance themselves from their affairs rarely communicating with the Nation.

Kingdom of Axelm
[Date: January 11th 2021 - Present]

Prior to his Jonathan Lozharo, ascension to the Throne of Lozaria, he had lived among the Castellans in Konushum (Yimmu-Audal) for a number of years, before he left and later become the First Sovereign of Lozaria. Where long into his reign he would rekindle his Castellan Connection when he received word of the Ascension of Skavier Castellan III as the King to the Kingdom of Axelm with them forming diplomatic ties with another.

Maritime Republic of Hansa
[Date: February 2nd 2021 - Present]

Under the Rule of Jonathan Lozharo, Lozaria and the Maritime Republic of Hansa at the time led by Henry Chamberlain had favourable relations with one another with them both agreeing to a NAP with one another.

Osterium Pirates
[Date: February 2nd 2021 - Present]

Under the Rule of Jonathan Lozharo, The Lozarians would make contact with the Osterium Pirates and agree to a NAP With them not more to say about their relations between each other.

Lozarii
The Lozarii are not native to Rathnir and come from a entirely different world outside both those of Rathnir and Eldham, the Lozarii People are currently lead by Jonathan Lozharo.

Niedene
The Niedene are a people group of the East, known prominently through countries such as Soleanna, Amastre, and Escharia. The Niedene are historically a people that have been united multiple times through Empires, but in recent years have been much more disunited until the Escharian Empire rose and reunited the people a final time. The Niedene are renowned for their achievements throughout history, along with many of their important figures who have shaped the world to their liking at many key points in history. One of the most important exports of the Niedene is religion, and that of Soleannen which has spread from all corners of the world.

Castellan
The Castellans are a culture spread around the world of Rathnir, it is said that they travelled there from a land far away beyond Eldham. The castellan people are lead by Skavier Castellan III, most Castellans worship Meep the Incarnate as their protector.

References & Further Reading
Sources:


 * 1) Chronicles of Rathnir
 * 2) Lozarian Chronicles

Witnesses & Testimonies:


 * 1) Jonathan Lozharo
 * 2) Xarahh Lozharo
 * 3) Elizabeth Lozharo

Related Pages:


 * 1) Farrenore
 * 2) House Lozharo

Other Notable Figures:


 * 1) King Zelorm
 * 2) Nirauras Asezie
 * 3) Chorboi Etruscii

Related Nations:


 * 1) Empire of Escharia
 * 2) Kingdom of Kostuco
 * 3) Tzardom of Arxella
 * 4) The Kartek Diarchy
 * 5) Triumvirate of Denumain
 * 6) Soleannen Empire of Escharia
 * 7) The Frosterium
 * 8) The Magisterium
 * 9) Kingdom of Thalassii
 * 10) Kingdom of Iremith
 * 11) Second Empire of Escharia

Others Pages:


 * 1) Nieden
 * 2) Sparwood
 * 3) Plagos
 * 4) Waters of Rathnir