Thebanii

The Principality of Thebanii, was a city state located in the south western jungles of Viodoxa, and the Province of Libertalia right on the border between Libertalia and Silvay. It is a city state in itself, but also controls the city of Salapet further north in its lands. It is a fairly new city to the scene, but has started to expand rapidly. With about 1-15 members

The Start of the city
After being exiled from his homeland, many miles away, Chorboi found himself in Rathnir. He searched the land high and low to find a place to lay his weary head. He eventually found himself in Libertalia, and settled in the the rainforest. Choosing a valley at the foot of a river to make his home, he dug for many hours creating a home out of the surrounding rock, hidden by the forest and brush around. In this dreary cave, he drafted what would be the basis of his new cities. Planning tunnels, forming the basis of the constitution, and the Principality, paving the way for what we see today. It was his luck just at this time that a fellow exile Kayumi, joined the fray, bringing fresh perspective and new ideas to the fold. Chorboi took the mantle of High Prince, formed the Lesser Princes ( Royal Lines ) Second only to the High Prince and swiftly promoted him to the position. The High council created, and shortly thereafter The Principality of Thebanii was born. From this day on, this city would be a beacon of hope for the downtrodden people of Libertalia, and accepts all walks of life far and wide.

Development
Thebanii started off as a mainly underground city, consisting of farms and anything you would need to live a life underground, kept alive by glow stone lamps heating them from above. However over time the city began to expand to the surface, after the commission of the Market the Dildome and the Grand Lutherian Temple. From this point onwards, expansion was mainly concentrated above ground. Which is where you see most of the city today. However most Governmental and Royal quarters, along with other living quarters still stay beneath the ground as it’s the safest place to be. From the 10th of October construction began on the grand square, consisting of the logo of our city 'The Black Sun'

The Principalities Wonders
High Prince Chorboi and the lesser princes have commissioned the construction of many of the biggest buildings in rathnir, the most notable editions are the Grand Lutherian Temple, The market Dildome and City Square of the Black Sun. Another notable edition is the underground city old town, where most of the development of the city started in the early days, it gives you a good idea of where the city has come in its time.

Politics and Principality Structure
The Principality is run by the High Prince, who is in charge of all major decisions and has the final say on anything being brought through the city. The next step down is the Lesser Prince's are hereditary positions who are the successors to the Principality and the Second in command of the city who can take certain command while the High Prince is absent and otherwise engaged however any major decisions cannot be made without approval. Citizens aren't however removed from the decision making in the city. The High Council is integral to the running of the city and everyday affairs, it consists of the High Prince, Lesser Princes, Barons and a collection of citizens voted to that position, in elections that can be called if there is enough want for them, or if the High Council decides one is needed. The High Council can bring forward suggestions, and cast votes concerning city and territorial matters with the High Prince having the final say. Thebanii typically tries to keep the hereditary positions and elected positions equal in the city so nobody has a majority over the other but sometimes it may not be possible. Citizen members of the High Council can lose their position's by replacement with popular vote, High Council vote, or revocation by the High Prince if they have acted enough to warrant it.

Viodoxan Conflict
After much interfering in Libertalian affairs for much time, a Viodoxan Lord ( The Lord of Silvay) unjustly demanded a city state under the protection and control of Thebanii. In which the Leader Chorboi Refused, as did the leader of the province. In retaliation the Viodoxans horrifically slaughtered all of the Thebanii residents in their homes, mainly citizens and builders with few fighters filling the ranks. After this Libertalia staunchly sounded their Independence and withdrawal from Viodoxa, disgusted by the actions of their soldiers. This set off a series of small skirmishes with the flashpoint mainly being within Thebanii, destroying the natural beauty of the area with the need of building high walls to keep the invaders out. The fighting went on for days and many civilians and soldiers died, mainly in the city of Thebanii itself, which made the citizens and leaders question whether it was the right place to settle at all. However a ceasefire was finally arranged but the city was uneasy.

Destruction and Abandonment of the City
After the constant attacks and uneasy state of affairs in Viodoxa. The High Prince along with the High Council made the decision that it was best to abandon the city in search of better more peaceful lands, where they could claim their full independence. Under the orders of Chorboi, the city was to be stripped of what made it great so it could not fall into enemy hands, tearing many buildings down and transporting the resources to help rebuild in a new location. The once beautiful active city was now dark and void of life reduced into rubble and retaken by nature.