Kiruko

The Lotus Republic of Kiruko (Tszudaikua Kirukokaji) is a peasant republic located in Northwest Eldham, at the continent of Katsura. It is very culture and religion driven, as well as a completely multicultural nation, currently it is an autonomous community within Raiyuna.

Formation
The republic is the official successor of The Crownlands of Tochi. It was formed after the War of the Red  Dragon, a conflict between the government of the king Nobimura Kaganenochi and the revolutionaries led by Aodzhi Uzan. The civil war resulted in a victory for the revolutionaries, which immediately declared the republic, giving end to the monarchy.

Articles of Unity
The Articles of Unity are the constitution of the Republic. All decisions must be taken respecting its articles.

People's Council
The People's Council is the ruling organism of the republic, it is made up of one Minister and as many Councilors as there are provinces. Its goal is both to follow the interests of the citizens of the Republic and to protect them.

Minister
Is the highest authority within the government, this role can only be taken by one person at a time. They act as representatives of the nation in all foreign affairs, have the ability to vote and propose laws and is the only position with the ability to declare a State of Increased Emergency. They can only be removed from charge via a vote of no confidence and they can elected from among the councilors.

Councilors
They are the representatives of each province, with full control over its own province affairs, as well as the ability to vote and propose laws in the Council. They can only be removed from charge via a vote of no confidence and they only act as councilors of their province of residence, after being elected.

Provinces
The provinces are the divisions of land that get direct representation in the government, each province is led by a Councilor, who administrates it.

Hanikwa
Hanikwa is the capital of the Republic and is located in the province of Hanikaji. Its name means City of Bees in Yaszumatti. It is also currently the biggest, most populated city as well.

Black Hollow
Black Hollow is the most ancient city in Kiruko and lays on the province of Karatai. It was founded when the region was property of the now extinct Valesco. It is also home to the Piruese, the followers of Seekism.

Naukla
Naut' Kha is an underwater town located in the sea territory of Kinsukaji, it serves as home of the Poklatti.

Okina
Okina is a town located on an artificial island South West from the Hanikaji province, in the ocean, the island is not represented in this map.

Medaka
Medaka is a pirate town, located in the northern province of Suku, it is the second oldest town in Kiruko. It was recently taken by Gojiran refugees.