Centaris

Starter Information
Known by many names, "The Republic of Centaris", "The Former Huitcan State of Centaris", "Regnum Wrecker", Centaris was the largest state in the Huitca Federation in terms of size and population before its independence. The northern nation encapsulates almost a third of Huitca's former territories, as well as housing more than half of the former nation's population!

The state consists of six active districts, that are owned, designed, and managed by their respective Meirases (mayors):

In addition to the main island's districts, Centaris would later expand, annexing other Huitcan states:
 * Aequalis, oldest district and lower residential zone
 * Termina (Katolis/Aeremere), state capital and merchant's zone
 * Neufernheim, second oldest district, agricultural zone
 * Sotonus, higher residential district
 * Vont, underground district
 * Farafin, scientific district
 * New Ignitia, the mining district


 * Emendaria
 * Quai'jal
 * Quagero

And having beneficial partnerships with the states of Volandia, Talawa (Alaar), and the vassal state Kingdom of Alda.

Founding
Centaris first started as the small pirate city of Port Royal (later Aequalis) founded by Scyth Centari (IGN: sycth_3839). Although due to his death, he was never involved in Aequallis' expansion that led to the formation of Centaris. That, and the founding of Centaris as a whole is credited to Necro Mercellus Centari (IGN: Necro_Mercellus), Sycth's younger brother, Lily Centari's (IGN: LilyPrism) older brother, as well as Centaris' first Hoxi and Chancellor. Together with his adopted sons, Ambrose Selesti-Centari (IGN: PeanutBoota152) and Mett Centari (IGN:_M3tt_), they created The Immortal House of Centari, the most powerful noble family in the nation, second only to the former royal family of the Atl'Tizocs. The Centari family is credited with the conception and planning of Centaris, along with the Emendari Household, their distant relatives.

The Ocotlan-Inari Union
After the Aequalis' Golden Age and a series of conflicts and events that led to the Siege and Fall of Aequallis, Lily Centari, Hoxi of the former state of Ocotlan and Meiras of Aequallis decided it was time to retire from both of her positions and live a peaceful life with her adoptive family in the Abyssal Isles in Escharia. Before leaving, Necro Mercellus Centari, then the Hoxi of Inari, was given the title in her absence. Because of this event, Necro decided to merge the two states into Centaris (a city in its original conception).

Age of Expansion
With this, and several negotiations with the residing cities and the Huitcan Crown, Necro commissioned his most promising apprentices and friends to secure territory within the state, these people eventually became the Meirases of their respective territories, known as Districts.


 * Endmxn, Meiras of Katolis (later Termina)
 * Venomous_man101, Meiras of Ataraxia (later Sotonus)
 * NOTAFunnyBee, Meiras of Aequalis
 * NUCLEAREIGNN, Meiras of Ignitia (later New Ignitia)
 * PeanutBoota152, Meiras of New Fernheim (later Neufenheim)

During this time of expansion, many of the Meirases planned out the function and layouts of their city and other outside cities joined to experience such expansion, this included:


 * FStone, Meiras of Vont
 * RedFireRex, Meiras of Farafin

Although as of December 17, 2021, the projects still remain incomplete.

Age of Stagnation
Following the Age of Seclusion, which focused more of repairing the city of Aequalis and recuperating the city's morale, this age was marked with intense planning. Many members of the Centaris government planned ways to expand and build up the districts through various meetings and adventures, without hastily applying their knowledge.

Age of Rebirth
After Tlatoani Quauhtili Atl'Tizoc (IGN: SumoMC), second emperor of Huitca, was overthrown and replaced by Lily Prism Centari, she, using Ambrose Centari's framework, decreed that the role of Tlatoani would only be given to members of the, then, four main noble houses of Huitca: Centari, Warendrop, Alai, and Atl'Tizoc. The Centari Household and the Centari Government, with this recognition and with the new found motivation of their people, began to build up Centaris' capital city of Termina, marking a new age for all its inhabitants.

This age marks the beginning of the evergrowing friendship between the noble houses. Prominent members of which are often seen meeting with each other for official and recreational purposes.

Age of Integration
This age marks the integration of the states of Emendaria, Quai'jal, and Quagero. All of these states, much to the shock of all of Huitca, decided to join the Republic of Centaris for better leadership and development. These states, now provinces, would gain a seat in the Centaris Senate.

Aldan Occupation
During a chaotic time in Huitca's history (read the "Collapse" section of the Huitca Federation Wiki for context), after threatening to wipe out the Centaris population, in a desprate last ditch effort to keep the Federation together, Tlatoani Gem Alai, gave the Huitcan Crown to the former vassal state of Alda. This move would mark the fall of the Federation as a whole, making it a temporary territory of Alda.

Centaris' Independence and the Dissolution of the Federation
After this shocking move, the Aldan King, Uneasy Dusksworn, in opposition to Gem's alleged plans, gave all the Huitcan states the choice of integrating into the Aldan nation, becoming one of its vassal states, or gaining full independence. A few days after this announcement, Mett Centari issued a referendum on what the Centaris people wanted for the state's future. On the 4th of July, 9pm TST, the majority of Centaris' citizens voted for independence, marking the end of its occupation from Alda and the Federation.

Political Structure
The state of Centaris follows the laws of the Federation, but in a state level, openly adheres to a mix of a meritocratic and democratic form of government, wherein the lower ranks are chosen by the Crown and people, while higher positions are nominated, appointed, and occasionally trained by the Chancellor and higher ranking members of the local government.

Unlike most of the Huitcan states, Centaris is has one of the only nationally recognized constitutions in the area, known as "The Centaris Constitution", which was written by Necro and Mett Centari. The constiution is regularly updated when the need arises.

Culture
Compared to most cities and nations, Centaris is the most open about other cultures, religions, lifestyles, and etc. This is greatly emphasized by the different forms of architecture around the state. The state is credited for producing the most ambitious, talented, and skilled members of the Huitcan government, and constantly prioritizes progress and innovation. This diversity of cultures and ideas, along with the state's ambition and prior experiences in major conflicts, contribute to the state's impartial and diplomatic nature. This gives it's citizens a clear disdain for war and stagnation, often resorting to violence if left with no other choice.

Contributions

 * PeanutBoota152, Author
 * _M3tt_, Map