Zendenia

The Grand Duchy of Zendenia, or Zendenia (founded on April 24th, 2022), is a constitutional diarchy with a parliamentary system led by two kings, Yuri Azures and Rosa Rune. The nation is a merger between two previous nations, the State of Corden and the Republic of Zemlya, who found mutual interests and goals and decided to work together to achieve these. It is currently a state inside of Lunaris.

Corden
The origins of Corden come from a group of nomads who settled in an abandoned fortress on the grassy fields of continental Sparwood, in the territory of a nation by the name of the State of Fjellheim.

The nomads were not official citizens and were initially considered as illegal immigrants, but after they spoke with the leader of Fjellheim, they were granted asylum in exchange that they helped the state in a couple of affairs. After getting rid of immigrants that were not so humble at the Siege of Havenport, they prepared an exodus with help from Fjellheim to the continent of Plagos. There, the nomads settled on an island they named Cordenia and after helping the nation with a couple of affairs and proving their worth, they gained legal independence from Seaside-Baronov.

Zemlya
Zemlya used to be a province of a nation called The Magisterium. They lived on a humble town completely built by them. It was a prospering town, with businesses like The Drunken Slav Tavern, La Petite Boulangerie Bakery, and The Star Blox Café.

Soon after some reforms which made the town an autonomous republic of Magisterium, on August 9th, the Republic of Zemlya requested independence from the Magisterium. The Magisterium declined this offer immediately and said that there would be repercussions for those who supported Zemlya independence, so every single citizen of the town packed their things and went on an exodus north. They stumbled upon a cluster of islands, which were also owned by Seaside-Baronov. Zemlya found friendship with the nation and after helping them with affairs, they also gained independence from Seaside-Baronov.

Siege of Havenport
The Siege of Havenport was a very short war between Fjellheim, Corden and a Sarlatova backed insurgent. Although the war was very insignificant to everyone, it was the first conflict Corden ever participated on.

Seaside-Baronov Civil War
As soon as Corden settled on Cordenia, the leaders of Seaside-Baronov informed us of a very dire situation. Acol, former owner of Seaside-Baronov, has dethroned the mayor of Seaside and declared independence. If the war ended in Seaside’s victory, the citizens of Baronov would have to seek refuge in Cordenia. Immediately, the leaders of Corden agreed to help out as best as they could with the war. The war was fought between Seaside and Acon’s Skjoldrbrodir against a massive international coalition consisting of Bardonia, Zemlya, Novia, Nova-Regna, Gertonia, and many more nations who all came to Seaside-Baronov’s aid. The war was a stunning victory for the coalition, and Seaside was liberated and Acol was exiled from the continent.

Battle of Alzajir (Azadi)
It was the first and only battle of an offensive launched by Lunaris, Veldion and Kazan. They faced off against the North Eastern Rathnir Pact and allies, which consisted of Nova-Regna, Alamayn, Corden, Zemlya, Seaside-Baronov, Czeroslavia, and many others. The war was caused by plagatean nationalists dethroning the previous leader of Veldion and installing the Plagatean Regency on their land. The battle was inconclusive and no more attacks happened.

Battle of Donfuer
The Battle of Donfuer was a coalition war that took place between a city called Donfuer, which is located in Nova Regna, and the Empire of Plagatea. The coalition consisted of Zemlya, Aurora Novum, Baronov, The Magisterium, Astoria, Myrtana, Daelyria, and Lunaris, and others. Plagatea did not show up for the date of the battle, so it was rescheduled. Plagatea surrendered before the battle took place, but it still happened and even though the coalition lost, the diplomatic win was enough for the collapse of the Empire of Plagatea.

Three Crown War
The Three Crown War was a war fought between Kastollia and Baykonia. Kastollia was fighting for independence from Baykonia, and called in other nations to help them fight against Baykonia, such as Baronov and Konushum. And at the last minute, Baronov called in Zemlya. Because of it being short notice, Zemlya could only send a few soldiers. They proudly fought to the end and the end result was that Baykonia succeeded in defeating Kastollia.

First Battle of Arinovla
The battle took place in the city of Arlin, which was being used as the central city for the new nation, which declared independence from the Avium Federation (which Zendenia took part of) with help from the Plagatean Regency. The battle was fought between The Horde and the Plagatean Regency against a coalition of nations, which included Avium, Aurora, Yzaria, Alda, Tortgua, Ryzan, and many other nations. Due to tactics that are now considered illegal in warfare, Plagatea and Horde had the advantage and thus won the first battle.

Second Battle of Arinovla
The battle also took place in the city of Arlin, with the same belligerents on both sides. Most of the combat was fought at the gates of the city of Sand, but the battle ended quickly after Horde and Plagatea retreated back to base and the war was called off. (More to be added as negotiations about the aftermath are ongoing).

Monarchs
The Grand Duchy of Zendenia is an Absolute Monarchy with the two current monarchs King Yuri Azures and Queen Rosa Rune having last word over all ruling in Zendenia. The Monarchs cannot legally be accused of treason having a role to prevent corruption and weeding out any malice from their government.

Archon
The Archon of Zendenia is an individual that is appointed and entrusted by the Monarchs to give their word whenever a Monarch can't be present acting as a viceroy. If a Monarch is under the 18 years of age or the Monarch is significantly incapacitated in mind or body then they may act as a Regent.

Royal Cabinet
The Royal Cabinet of the Zendenian Parliament is a Council of Ministers lead by the Chancellor to execute the will of the Parliament and Monarchs. {WIP}

Department of Trade Affairs
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Centurions
Centurions are experienced members of the Zendenian Military. These brave citizens have fought in wars representing the flag of Zendenia, as well as achieving a good amount of experience on the field and in combat. People who carry the honor of a centurion are well respected by the community of the nation.

Shiny
Shiny is a common term used by the military for members of the military without any previous experience in the field. It is the first rank upon joining the military.

Civilians
Civilians/citizens are the common people of the nation. These are laborers, gatherers, blacksmiths, miners, farmers, merchants, etc.

Visa-Civilians
Visa-Citizens are citizens/civilians from foreign countries who come to Zendenia as tourists, nomads, merchants, etc; and participate within the community.

Customs
Citizens of the nation often center their lives around peacefulness and nature, often enjoying local delicacies such as bogwater and fine beer, as well as preaching the duchy's main religion, Silvestranism, visiting landmarks such as Chestnut and the Navarencian Church Ruins, and other things the citizens have grown to enjoy doing. The local language is Traveler's tongue due to the majority of citizens being nomads from other places who decided to settle upon the islands.

Geography
Zendenia's geography is an archipelago of rocks and islands. The nation is located and completely surrounded by the Shattered Sea, in the continent of Plagos. Some of the islands are artificial and built by the settlers, while others are natural and were populated by nomads.

Architecture
Zendenian Architecture is truly varied. On the city of Cordenia, architecture is heavily influenced by moss and nature due to Silvestranism customs, while cities like Zemlya and Aurelia are more centered in Victorian and Medieval architecture. Meanwhile, Tybura is more focused around Spanish Colonial architecture. The nation's architecture is a true example of how vast the local culture is.

Afterword
An inspiration that shows nations with different political ideologies and cultures can indeed find the greatest of friendships. Zendenians have lived through experiences beyond imaginable, pulling through countless wars and foreign threats who decided to challenge their sovereignty. Viliet Zendenia!