Axum



= Axum = Axum is an empire situated in the northernmost area of Rathnir, on the continent of Nieden. Its lands include the desert of Adit-Kwa-Aros, the Dunes of the Raging Dragon, and the swampland of The Wade. It borders Aljazair to the south and is otherwise surrounded by ocean. Its cities include the Axumite city of Adwa and the conquered city of Lumeno. The nation is a theocratic monarchy, dominated entirely by the Amilaki dynasty.

Early History:
Axumite oral histories suggest an early nomadic history, in which the founders of the Amilaki dynasty travelled Rathnir in search of a land promised to them by the sun god Aros. The First King and his brother travelled across Rathnir on foot until they reached a land called Adit-Kwa-Aros, meaning "Lands given by Aros," or more properly, "The Home of Aros." The name of Axum's capital city Adwa is a derivative of this ancient name.

The Great Extinguishing:
Axum's fast growth lead it become regional rivals with the ancient nation of Lumeno, on whose land the Axumites had settled. Axum's desire for territorial expansion and fear of the former Silver Coalition's return lead to repeated conflicts with Lumeno. These culminated with the Great Extinguishing on May 8th, 2021, in which the rulers of Axum and Lumeno fought to the death atop the great tower of Tartarus. This saw the death of Lumeno's King A_Winged_Pikmin at the hands of Luke6556 and the incorporation of Lumeno into the Axumite empire. The City of Lumeno would come to be an important source of glass and sugarcane, trade goods Axum would come to value greatly in their dealings with Aljazair.

Government:
Axum is a theocratic feudal monarchy, governed by Amilik Luke6556. Amilik is the Axumite word for King, and translates most accurately to "the God." The Arosian Mysteries are an important part of Axum's governance: the King is considered a God, but the people depend on the Arosian High Priests to give them divine instruction. This gives High Priests a great deal of political power. The most powerful High Priestess is Midwyn, Priestess of the god Hoggoth.

_Sab_ is the head of the military, in recognition of superior skill in combat.

Vexillology:
The flag's yellow sun represents the power of Aros. The purple represents the Amilaki dynasty.