Reo'hoari Union

The Reo'hoari Union, also referred to as the Reo'hoari Consulate or simply just Reo'hoari, is a union of tribal states located off the east coast of the southeastern continent (known as Hani'kae in Erua) of Kylorne. It is the 14th Reo'hoari government and the first Reo'hoari state which does not recognise itself as a Republic or an Empire. The formation of the Union came after a resurgence of the Reo'hoari cultural identity during the Tribal Era of Kylorne, and after a brief transition government period under the Second Reo'hoari Republic, the Union came into fruition in 1449 ABD.

Etymology
The state is officially known as the Reo'hoari Union, the name derives from the cultural identity of the Reo'hoari people, which it in itself is an artificial identity forged to unite the peoples of the Matan Archipelago. Many refer to it simply as 'the Reo'hoari', and locally it is commonly referred to as 'the Union'. There is no abbreviation or current versions of the name in other languages.

History
Full Articles: Abridged History of the Reo'hoari States & Reo'hoari Governments

The Return of the Reo'hoari Identity
Following the fall of the Tua Korah Ineriun, the Reo'hoari cultural identity was largely diminished as the territories were either scorched or defaulted back on tribal instincts. What was left of the over a millennia of cultural growth was not enough to keep everything together, and without the Elders and the Order as a religious backbone, the Reo'hoari identity faded into the abyss.

However, upon the return of the Elders to the Matan Archipelago in 1205 ABD, a cultural revolution occurred. They journeyed across the tribes, reinvigorating the feeling of togetherness and unity under a single identity. And, under the Second Reo'hoari Republic, this cycle continued, slowly uniting the Matan under a single cultural identity once again.

The Foundation of the Union & Matanui
Early in the months of 1449 ABD, the newly founded Chiefdom Consulate published a statement to the international community marking the founding of a new state, a union of tribes, once torn apart but reunited once again. It was to be named the Reo'hoari Union. That same year, construction on the new capital of Matanui began, with the Consulate deciding to make the capital of the Old Republic, Alta Matanui, a historic site instead of rebuilding it to its former glory.

The Raposans Join the Union
In 1450 ABD, after almost 250 years of separation, the Raposan peoples decided to join the Union. This decision came after much deliberation between the Consulate and the monarch of Raposa, who wanted to have a high-ranking job in the Union and full administrative power over their territories. As a result, the Raposan monarch Castelo was made the Chief of Raposa.

The Cr'ese Abandon the Reo'hoari
In 1452 ABD, the Elders arrived on the southern isle of the Matan Archipelago to negotiate the integration of the Cr'ese people into the Union. However, upon arrival they were turned away, the Cr'ese denying any intent on rejoining the Reo'hoari in any manner. It was the first group to do so, and the dismissal was seen as an insult. As a result, relations between the Union & the southern isle have been shaky ever since.

First Contact With the Mainland
Up until 1454 ABD, the Union had no knowledge of the geopolitical stance of Kylorne outside of the islands and the east coast. However, Akele Ithati Sindi decided to reach out to other nations and people groups. Reaching out to the central continent nation of Bilgewater, as well as the southeastern continent nation of Oruna and the nomadic groups of Tsaytsa.

Geography & Environment
The geography of the Union's territory varies depending on the island. It is mostly woodlands and plains in the central island, with the elevation being majoritively under 8m above sea level, the exception to this being Mount Nui, which at its peak rises around 35m above sea level. The climate of the island is temperate, allowing for the easy growing of crops alongside the additional factors of rich & fertile soil. The northern island, on the other hand, is a subtropical rainforest, retaining the similar elevation factor. This drastic change in climate matches up with the mainland, the neighbouring territories containing rich mangrove forests. An explanation for the change could be due to the year-round warm currents that affect the north isle, whereas the central isle receives year-round cold currents from the southern seas.

Administrative Regions & Central Government
The Union is divided up into Chiefdoms, each run by a Khanta (Chief) that act as semi-autonomous states that are represented by the Khanta in the Central Government, which is known as the Khanta's Consulate. There are currently 3 administrative regions: Te'te, Raposa & Seho. Matanui is run directly by the Central Government.

The Consulate is responsible for the management of the state overall, with each Khanta being a representative of the Chiefdom's opinions on these matters. The Consulate is headed by the Asha Khanta, someone elected by the Consulate to act as a mediator and head of state. A serving Khanta cannot become the Asha Khanta while they are still the Chiefdom's representative in the Consulate. The role of Khanta is not elected by the public, instead a Khanta chooses their successor upon resignation or death.

Code of Law
No official code of law exists in the Union, instead a general 'rights of man' is upheld by the Order, treated as a historical code of honour. Those who violate it are brought before the Order's Tribunal, and they may face punishment as a result of their actions if proven guilty.

Foreign Relations
The Reo'hoari have a history of being an isolated group, only reaching out to those in their inner cultural circle. However, the Union has broken this stereotype and has established methods of communication with other members of the regional community. Through their relations with the Tsaytsa nomadic tribes, they have now have a basic understanding of Hani'kae's universal language, known colloquially as 'Hand Talk'. Diplomatic ties have also been established with the nation of Oruna, a state that historically was allies with the Ineriun, however now stands as a good friend of the Union. Akele Ithati Sindi embarked on an expedition and discovered Bilgewater's Buccaneers, a small pirate state the Union has now established full contact with.

Military
The Union lacks any major form of military might upon a cultural precedent of encouraging peace between parties. However, the Order of the Sacred Blades has a small force, however this group prioritises peacekeeping missions and & internal policing. Since the Reo'hoari have not seen combat since the Ineriun, the precence of a military in modern times is deemed unneeded by the Consulate.

National Symbols
The Union has many national symbols which are used to reflect its image to the world at large.