Aeia Sign-up Thread [MT, Open]

[AESYRiEL]

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Second Acceptance. Welcome again Ovandera.

[Vikani]

IC nation name: Vikani
Capital: Ludmore
Government type: Democratic presidential republic
RP population: 15.4 million
Ethnic Group(s): Caribbean
Language(s): English
GDP per capita (USD): $9,895
HDI: 0.822
Brief background of nation (or IIWiki): Vikani was formed in 1689 in the "Treaty of Ludmore" that united the nation that was once an island chain of many tribes and kingdoms. After the unification, Vikani remained an isolated monarchy for 56 years until in 1745, the nation decided to become a democratic presidential republic and get rid of their isolation policy.
Map claim (Imgur): https://imgur.com/a/OoN8hF6 (The orange)

Geography and climate of nation: Vikani is made up of 12 major islands. Vikani has a wet and dry tropical climate with dry but warm winters and wet and hot summers. In the spring the nation sometimes experiences tropical cyclones that can bring devastating winds and flooding. Vikani sits on a subduction zone which results in volcanoes that make up the islands of Vikani and seismic activity is very common in Vikani.
How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure? (strengths/weaknesses): Vikani will remain a minor power in the region and will have a small military of 4,754 and remain neutral.
If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: The GDP??
How did you hear about Aeia? I found it while looking through tags
What other nations do you use on NS? Volcanai, Volcanu, Volcanisi and Yellowstone
Roleplay sample (Optional, though required for claiming a more powerful role): Nah

Any other info you wish to add (Optional):

[United New Mahisia]

IC nation name: Vikani
Capital: Ludmore
Government type: Democratic presidential republic
RP population: 15.4 million
Ethnic Group(s): South Indian
Language(s): Dravidian, English
GDP per capita (USD): $9,895
HDI: 0.822
Brief background of nation (or IIWiki): Vikani was formed in 1689 in the "Treaty of Ludmore" that united the nation that was once an island chain of many tribes and kingdoms. After the unification, Vikani remained an isolated monarchy for 56 years until in 1745, the nation decided to become a democratic presidential republic and get rid of their isolation policy.
Map claim (Imgur): https://imgur.com/amVDhqd

Geography and climate of nation: Vikani is made up of 13 islands with a small part of the mainland pennisula. Vikani has a wet and dry tropical climate with dry but warm winters and wet and hot summers. In the spring the nation sometimes experiences tropical cyclones that can bring devastating winds and flooding. Vikani sits on a subduction zone which results in volcanoes that make up the islands of Vikani and seismic activity is very common in Vikani.
How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure? (strengths/weaknesses): Vikani will remain a minor power in the region and will have a small military of 4,754 and remain neutral.
If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: The GDP??
How did you hear about Aeia? I found it while looking through tags
What other nations do you use on NS? Volcanai, Volcanu, Volcanisi and Yellowstone
Roleplay sample (Optional, though required for claiming a more powerful role): Nah

Any other info you wish to add (Optional):

JeffTheCarrot has already claimed that land and been accepted, just so you know you probably won't be allowed that territory.

[Vikani]

IC nation name: Vikani
Capital: Ludmore
Government type: Democratic presidential republic
RP population: 15.4 million
Ethnic Group(s): South Indian
Language(s): Dravidian, English
GDP per capita (USD): $9,895
HDI: 0.822
Brief background of nation (or IIWiki): Vikani was formed in 1689 in the "Treaty of Ludmore" that united the nation that was once an island chain of many tribes and kingdoms. After the unification, Vikani remained an isolated monarchy for 56 years until in 1745, the nation decided to become a democratic presidential republic and get rid of their isolation policy.
Map claim (Imgur): https://imgur.com/amVDhqd

Geography and climate of nation: Vikani is made up of 13 islands with a small part of the mainland pennisula. Vikani has a wet and dry tropical climate with dry but warm winters and wet and hot summers. In the spring the nation sometimes experiences tropical cyclones that can bring devastating winds and flooding. Vikani sits on a subduction zone which results in volcanoes that make up the islands of Vikani and seismic activity is very common in Vikani.
How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure? (strengths/weaknesses): Vikani will remain a minor power in the region and will have a small military of 4,754 and remain neutral.
If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: The GDP??
How did you hear about Aeia? I found it while looking through tags
What other nations do you use on NS? Volcanai, Volcanu, Volcanisi and Yellowstone
Roleplay sample (Optional, though required for claiming a more powerful role): Nah

Any other info you wish to add (Optional):

JeffTheCarrot has already claimed that land and been accepted, just so you know you probably won't be allowed that territory.

Oh okay, I will change my spot than

[Onza]

IC Nation Name: Mezoria
Capital: Uváros
Government Type: Semi-Presidential Republic
RP Population:14.08 Million
Ethnic Group (s): Mezorian, with possible influences from bordering nations such as Brilliania, Veleaz and Dreyvisevich.
Language Group (s): Mezorian
GDP Per Capita (USD): 17,864.45
HDI: 0.798

Brief Background of Nation (or IIWiki): Before the ninth century, Mezoria consisted of multiple tribal clans and petty kingdoms, until several of the more influential leaders met in the then capital, Sźental, and unified the nation. Through rigorous debate, a King was appointed, and the Kingdom lasted nearly a thousand years with authoritarian rule before the people’s rebellion of 1796, which resulted in the establishment of an elective monarchy.

Mezoria partook in the Great War, and was defeated in the closing months by the Grand Alliance. After the war, a democratic government was established, and an early draft of the modern constitution had been ratified. Mezoria was a part of the ASU, before formally breaking away in 1979 two years before its dissolution.

Map Claim: South of Brilliania, in red.

Geography and Climate of Nation: Similar to real world Hungary, Mezoria has a continental climate, resulting in extremely dry summers and harsh winters. Based on earlier topographic maps in Aeia, Mezoria would be predominantly mountainous in the north, with the south comprising mainly of flat grasslands.

How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure (strengths/weaknesses): Being a landlocked nation, Mezoria’s weakness would primarily constitute of a lack of naval power, which would prove troubling historically, and more than likely affect trade with nations outside of Asura. However, what Mezoria lacks in naval power, it makes up for in other military aspects.

If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: Military power could be reduced (not too drastically), and just about anything economically could be changed. Just about anything could be lowered, within reason.

How did you hear about Aeia? Aeia has an embassy with Levilion, the region which my main account is located.

What other nations do you use on NS? Rythene, and Rythene II.

Any other info you wish to add (Optional): Seeing as I forgot to add my capital on the map claim, Uváros is located just south of the river, away from the border with Brilliania.

Assuming somebody hasn't precluded your map claim already, I'm happy to accept your application

[Liberimery]

IC nation name: The Confederated Democratic States of Liberimery
Capital: Grand Sachem
Government type: Federal Semi-Presidential Semi-Direct Democratic Republic
RP population: 20 million
Ethnic Group(s): Caucasion, Hispanic, Native Islanders.
Language(s): N/A (Does not have an officiall language, though there are five de jure languages, with most used to least listed): English, Spanish, French, Dutch, Native Islander.
GDP per capita (USD): $37,981
HDI: 0.925
Brief background of nation (or IIWiki): The Democratic States of Liberimery are a collection of Island States in the Columbus Sea. Formerly a collection of colonial islands belonging to the nations of [England], [Spain], [France], and [The Dutch], these islands were plagued by pirates of the area. While officially outlaws by the colonizing powers, these pirates had a sort of quasi-Robin Hood mythos among the islanders. The nature of Piracy would often pay better than the naval counterpart and most ships were operated in a democratic process unheard of at the time. The pirates also found favor with the Native Islanders, as many of the tribes had an organized democratic alliance and found acceptance among the pirates that was not given by the colonial powers. This led to a history of breakdowns that resulted in many of the Island Govenors being popularly replaced by Captains of Ships and declared fair haven for the so called enemy of all nations. This loose confederation held strong holds until the late 18th century, when the Colonial Navies tried to fight back. The Colonial uprising ensued and laid claim to their freedom as a society, under the leadership of the Pirate Captain and political Philosopher of the Island of Liberimery, Samuel Mission. A bitter war ensued and culminated in the naval battle of The Black Wave in 1800. The Pirate Fleet was victorious and had forced the colonial nations out of their waters. The nation of Liberimery set out to form a formal government, naming Mission the first head of Government for the time being and modeling many of their government branches after those of the native Islanders.

Modern Liberimery has, since it's formal founding on September 19th, 1801, been quite fond of Democratic principles and liberal policies. It's history of classic piracy has long been abandoned for a modern nation. It remains politically neutral to the world, attempting formal relations with all members of the community of nations and offering protecting power for nations with no formal diplomatic contacts. Additionally, Liberimery has a vibrant economy in it's tourism and banking industry.

Map claim (Imgur): https://imgur.com/xFMCR84**

Geography and climate of nation: The nation consists of multiple islands throughout the Columbian Sea. It is a tropical region with frequent rain year round and the occasional tropical cyclones. A few islands of the nation are volcanic and there are frequent Earthquakes.

How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure? (strengths/weaknesses): A Diplomatic Power House that favors talking through one's problems rather than fighting, though it is capable of defending itself, with it's navy being a popular service. It also thrives on it's tourist industry and it's financial and telecommunications industry. It will also be quite Laissez-faire in it's economic policies and may be a source for drug smuggling and other criminal mischief.

If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: Lower population or reduce map claim. Reduce military

How did you hear about Aeia? Forums
What other nations do you use on NS? None At the moment.
Roleplay sample (Optional, though required for claiming a more powerful role): Was quite fond of this post for my Ambassador in the WA: https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=417634&start=150 Note that the post is 12 steps down.

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*Native Liberimerian Culture was created to be similar to Iroquois Political Structure. Otherwise I used the United States and Switzerland as national models... with a tropical twist. The Piracy aspect was another start of Democracy in the nation and worked as there is a mythic pirate republic of the same name.

** Ignore the pink colored island. I'm making no claim on it.

[AESYRiEL]

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For clarafication, link to the direct post: viewtopic.php?p=34657502#p34657502

Since you're a former collection of colonies it's seriously recommended that you join the discord since that's where a good amount of discussion takes place so we can finalize details on worldbuilding.

I recommend a nerf in GDP, and the population seems very high for an island nation that's made up of mostly small islands unless you have a reason that it's as big as it is. In the same light, claiming that many islands would take up a huge amount of space. I also recommend letting go of some islands, particularly your western and southernmost ones.

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Second Acceptance. Welcome to Aeia.

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Some of the same problems, a bit of a big population, and I'd recommend including any sort of interaction with Asuran nations within your history. GDP is fine but with a GDP that low it'd be best to lower your HDI a smidge with it.

[Liberimery]

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For clarafication, link to the direct post: viewtopic.php?p=34657502#p34657502

Since you're a former collection of colonies it's seriously recommended that you join the discord since that's where a good amount of discussion takes place so we can finalize details on worldbuilding.

I recommend a nerf in GDP, and the population seems very high for an island nation that's made up of mostly small islands unless you have a reason that it's as big as it is. In the same light, claiming that many islands would take up a huge amount of space. I also recommend letting go of some islands, particularly your western and southernmost ones.

Updated. Dropped the GDP and cut the population to more reflect some of the larger RL Carribean islands sizes. Could still go lower on GDP if it is too much.

[Vikani]

IC nation name: Vikani
Capital: Ludmore
Government type: Democratic presidential republic
RP population: 15.4 million
Ethnic Group(s): Caribbean
Language(s): English
GDP per capita (USD): $9,895
HDI: 0.822
Brief background of nation (or IIWiki): Vikani was formed in 1689 in the "Treaty of Ludmore" that united the nation that was once an island chain of many tribes and kingdoms. After the unification, Vikani remained an isolated monarchy for 56 years until in 1745, the nation decided to become a democratic presidential republic and get rid of their isolation policy.
Map claim (Imgur): https://imgur.com/a/OoN8hF6 (The orange)

Geography and climate of nation: Vikani is made up of 12 major islands. Vikani has a wet and dry tropical climate with dry but warm winters and wet and hot summers. In the spring the nation sometimes experiences tropical cyclones that can bring devastating winds and flooding. Vikani sits on a subduction zone which results in volcanoes that make up the islands of Vikani and seismic activity is very common in Vikani.
How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure? (strengths/weaknesses): Vikani will remain a minor power in the region and will have a small military of 4,754 and remain neutral.
If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: The GDP??
How did you hear about Aeia? I found it while looking through tags
What other nations do you use on NS? Volcanai, Volcanu, Volcanisi and Yellowstone
Roleplay sample (Optional, though required for claiming a more powerful role): Nah

Any other info you wish to add (Optional):

can someone submit this please

[AESYRiEL]

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Make sure to work out history. Otherwise first acceptance.

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Still need to tone down that map claim. Way too large and spread out.

[Liberimery]

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Make sure to work out history. Otherwise first acceptance.

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Still need to tone down that map claim. Way too large and spread out.

Will cut it. Been a long week with very little time to get at my photo-editing.

[Kestvala]

IC nation name: Kestvala
Capital: Köthausen
Government type: Socialist Democracy
RP population: 86,432,941
Ethnic Group(s): Anglo and Germanic colonizers with a native (mesoamerican) minority similar to Mayans and Aztecs.
Language(s): English, German, Frisian, and limited native tongues
GDP per capita (USD): $3,577.62
HDI: 0.72
Brief background of nation (or IIWiki): Kestvala was founded as the Republic of Kestvala, primarily by Germanic colonists and Anglophone minorities from Germanic Europe. The nation developed a middling capitalist economy with which was sustained into the early 2000s, despite much pressure from socialist and communist factions inspired by 19th and 20th century labour uprisings in neighbouring states. The government transitioned repeatedly between flawed democracy and overt corporatist oligarchy over many generations, with a robust labour movement being suppressed with short-lived mixed economics and temporary strengthening of democracy. In 2004, after three decades of the latest authoritarian capitalist regime in Kestvalan history which had dissolved the independent legislative branch of government, a labour protest turned into widespread riots across the country. Unlike other leftist revolutions, however, the Kestvalan mechanism of workers' liberation was peaceful, though under a real threat of violence emerging. While the capitalist class was removed from power, this was secured through a reformist coup of the government which, over the course of two years, reorganized ownership law and passed a new constitution on September 23rd, 2006 forming the Socialist Republic of Kestvala (sometimes called the Autumn Republic). As a socialist state, Kestvala has since been comparatively moderate among other Vestrim socialist or communist states, most notably for maintaining a market of cooperative enterprise.
Map claim (Imgur): https://imgur.com/a/QKrv1zv

Geography and climate of nation: The west coasts of Kestvala are cool with abundant rainfall throughout the year, with limited temperature variation due to the maritime environment. The southern regions of Kestvala are mountainous, and the east is dominated by dense forests and warm temperatures. The north is temperate.
How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure? (strengths/weaknesses): Kestvala is at an economic disadvantage due to a disinterest on the part of capitalist countries too trade or do business. The recent peaceful revolution has left many both inside and outside Kestvala unsure about the near economic future. The relative moderation of the socialist economy had slowed relations with other socialist and communist states as well, though there is no political tension so much as skepticism as to the stability of Kestvala. Overall, Kestvala benefits from hindsight, and can gather lessons from other labour uprisings close-by to shape its near future, and should withstand foreign intervention as it develops.
If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: I would probably reduce the GDP and economic strength, or add more disunity between the socialist government and the military. I have also heard that my claim here is too large, so I'm fine with losing eastern parts to make it more in line with the norm.

How did you hear about Aeia? Going down a rabbit hole of embassies that interesting regions had with other regions until I happened upon this one and liked the map and the decent number of players.
What other nations do you use on NS? None.
Roleplay sample (Optional, though required for claiming a more powerful role): nope

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[Degers]

IC nation name: Kingdom of Degers
Capital: Liviu
Government type: Constitutional monarchy
RP population: 87,090,000
Ethnic Group(s): 79% Degersi (OOC: Romanian)
Language(s): Degersi (OOC: Romanian)
GDP per capita (USD): 43,284.2
HDI: 0.974
Brief background of nation (or IIWiki): Degers is a sovereign state in Asura. It is an egalitarian society supported by libertarian ideals such as individualism, laissez-faire, and democracy.

The reigning king (Stefan IV) and the ruling party (One World Federation) are currently focused on increasing economic growth and creating jobs by encouraging foreign investment and lessening restrictions on foreign trade. They aim to make Degers one of the most globalized countries in the world. Meanwhile, the opposition parties are stoking nationalist fervor among concerned citizens in part of their efforts to oppose and stop radical government policies in line with their globalization agenda.
Map claim (Imgur): I'm not sure which map I'm supposed to look at or where Asura is. I only know the continent has Latin based-cultures and Romanian is one of them.

Geography and climate of nation: Mountainous with a moderate amount of hills and flatlands covered in vast forests and winding rivers. Having no knowledge of weather in the area, I'll just say I prefer temperate-continental.
How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure? (strengths/weaknesses): A non-aligned state, thus quite insignificant unless there'd be international interests.
If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: The abolition of my armed forces.

How did you hear about Aeia? I was a member.
What other nations do you use on NS? Pargesia, Daong, all inactive and officially retconned.
Roleplay sample (Optional, though required for claiming a more powerful role): My nonsense in Soapnet and...

1.

Liviu Palace
Audience Room

The Prime Minister came in with his usual fresh air of ideas, which the King is starting to reconsider, particularly the recent implementation of new policies. He has yet to see the benefits and more people are complaining. Shopkeepers, farmers, miners, littering the streets of the capital with their picket signs, banners, and other makeshift projectiles. Some members of the opposition have called the King, begging him to ask the PM to resign. Of course, even though monarchy rules, democracy cannot be undermined.

The PM bowed; "Your Majesty." The King reached his hand out for the PM to kiss, tradition showing the intimately close bonds of crown and state. Something the King found particularly excessive - though no complaint. The King also finds it amusing.

"Prime Minister," The King nodded as he beckoned on the two armchairs facing other in a considerably far distance.

The PM and the King took their seats. Refreshments are laid out on the table between them. They could just reach for their cup of coffee or tea if they wanted. Even put in some additional milk or sugar from the assortment of sweeteners and additives in jars and pots. All of it gathered on a silver tray.

"Your Majesty, I would like to begin with the abolition of economists."

"...What?"


2.

Barbulescu Tower
Cabinet Office

The Chief of Staff has been spending his afternoon looking for that policy paper the Prime Minister asked him to read out to the team. It will be put on the wall at the Palace of Deputies tomorrow and the Prime Minister is eager to consider reconsiderations from fellow party members and representatives - provided they're not opposition or sitting on the opposite bench with their lot.

"Have you found it yet?" the Chief of Communications joined their colleagues in watching the Chief of Staff dig through the filing cabinets behind his desk where all information accumulated by the office for the past five years has been sitting before its archived in the Parliamentary Library - or after a new administration has been sworn in. For now, the center of the office's full attention chose not to reply.

"Nope," the Chief of Staff threw a dusty folder on his desk.

A bespectacled junior staffer approached the Chief of Staff slowly, making the Chief of Communication glance at her quizzically.

"Oh, Elena. What is it?" the Chief of Staff greeted as he smiled lifting a heavy box of more folders, just as interested to know what the young woman wants as to discover what's inside the folders.

"Umm...Sir. The Prime Minister changed his mind."

The Chief of Staff dropped the box on the floor. He gritted his teeth.

"He said he wants the paper tonight."

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[Navack]

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Second acceptance! Welcome to Aeia!

[Navack]

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My only note is for you to properly use Aeian IRL equivalent names. Other than that, I'll give you your first acceptance!

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I can't nor can accept your app until I see a map claim. You can easily find the map and more information on our Discord server. The map can also be found on our WFE page.

[AESYRiEL]

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Second acceptance, please formulate your history otherwise.

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There is a lot wrong with this application. Before I dissect anything, two things to bring up. Nerf your GDP per Capita and please determine a plot.

[Liberimery]

Updated Map Claim

[AESYRiEL]

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As per discussion on discord pertaining to your map plot, first acceptance.

[Liberimery]

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As per discussion on discord pertaining to your map plot, first acceptance.

Updated with discussed map.

[Gaussland Empire]

IC nation name: The Gausso-Nalvian Union (Gaussland-Nalvia)
Capital: Westock
Government type: Constitutional Monarchy
RP population: 9,836,000
Ethnic Group(s): Gaussian(East Low German), Nalvian(Lithuanian), Mostovian(Sorbians)
Language(s): Alemannic, Nalvian, Mostovian, Veskoslovian
GDP per capita (USD): 47,103 USD
HDI: 0.830
Brief background of nation (or IIWiki): The Gaussland-Nalvian Union is a Constitutional Dual Monarchy led by Kaiser Claus III, King Arthur, and Chancellor Peter Waltz. The nation is a union of the Alemannic Gaussian peoples in the western half of the nation and the Baltic Nulvian peoples in the larger eastern half of the nation. The nation also a small minority of slavic peoples called the Mostovians located in the southwest. The country was once a former communist nation which returned into a constitutional monarchy after a revolution. The country has a modern but small military.
Map claim (Imgur): https://i.imgur.com/ocFbkzS.png

Geography and climate of nation: The nation is mostly flat with some rolling in the northwest border, the country has a large lake in the center called Zalia Jūra, there are also some hills in the far eastern side of the nation. The country is along the coast of the Gulf of Alemannia in the west and borders Tyronova, Dreyvisevich, Tudonia, and Veskoslovia. The country is usually very cold during the winter and warm during the summers.
How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure? (strengths/weaknesses): Strengths: The country has a very modern and high tech military, high level education, good and stable economy, and large navy. Weaknesses: The country has a small military with very little resources keeping it from growing, a unstable government, divide between Gaussian and Nulvians, and Mostovian Seperatists, aswell instability as more people wanted the monarchy to end
If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: Instability between the Gaussians and Nulvian peoples, a small military, little natural resources, and corrupt government

How did you hear about Aeia? A friend told me about it
What other nations do you use on NS? Dirkhizistan and Sinyrus
Roleplay sample (Optional, though required for claiming a more powerful role):

DER JOURNALISMUS
Memorial to Hansel Von Kosenbruck Complete

Westock, Westock Province, Gaussland Construction workers in Westock have finally finished working. The new Von Kosenbruck Memorial, dedicated to famours Gaussian author Hansel Von Kosenbruck, who wrote famous books such as The Logical Approach and The Asuran Winter. Born in Kosenbruck, Deschen Province in 1801, he was a soldier in the Gaussian Marines and was a paleontologist for most of his early adulthood until he started writing books about his trips. Kosenbruck then began to get obsessed with writing books, he even wrote a book called Book Obsessions in 1858. Kosenbruck would be remembered as the greatest author in Gausso-Nulvian history.

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[Chokashia]

IC nation name: Chokash Republic (Chokashia)
Capital: Vorsha
Government type: Unitary parliamentary constitutional republic
RP population: 17.821.971
Ethnic Group(s): Chokashian 91%, Lyshak 6%, Jews 3%
Language(s): Chokashian is official, Lyshak is recognised as a minority language
GDP per capita (USD): $8,667
HDI: 0.787
Brief background of nation (or IIWiki): Chokashia is a troubled country with a history of glory which is now remembered as the country has never been poorer do to economic strife which Chokashia was in since the fall of communism. Corrupted politicians rule the country, there aren't many differences between parties except their names and logos. People don't trust anyone anymore. The country is mostly liberal but historically divided between a more developed part and a poorer. It had also a difficult history of questions such as orientation - east or west which are seen even today with party orientation and also the question whether should latin be the official script or the traditional cyrillic.
Map claim (Imgur): https://imgur.com/a/ocJabHl

Geography and climate of nation: Chokashia has a similar climate to Belarus and the Baltic countries IRL, it has mountains to east, hills in the central parts and vast plains which are closer to the sea.
How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure? (strengths/weaknesses): Chokashia has some gas and oil reserves which can be a potential economic strength, but it is a weakness at the moment as the country is very weak and has corrupted politicians who would sell that if they get the chance. Chokashian people are mostly anti-communist which is a "defence mechanisim" against communist influence but many people are in love with the more progressive western nations. The country itself has a lot of industry which is mostly under private control or foreign. All in all most strenghts are potential while there are more weaknesses.
If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: As if the country isn't weak enough. Umm, cutting the population maybe?

How did you hear about Aeia? I knew about it when I used to play nation states as a kid
What other nations do you use on NS? None
Roleplay sample (Optional, though required for claiming a more powerful role):

Any other info you wish to add (Optional): None

[British Lovance]

IC nation name: Cornelissen Islands (Aluvarau)
Capital: Regenskust
Government type: Constitutional democratic republic
RP population: 1,034,590
Ethnic Group(s): White Leidense/Asuran- 16.8% Mixed Race- 34.2% Native Aluvaruan- 44% Cataian/Black 6% Other 1%
Language(s): Leidenese, Aluvaruan (Samoan), Arabic
GDP per capita (USD): 13,488
HDI: 0.697
Brief background of nation (or IIWiki):

Most of the many hundred Aluvaruan islands were inhabited by Aluvu peoples, who migrated from East Yidao southwards to Savai. Various tribes ruled various islands and the civilization was never fully united. The most prosperous tribes were in the southern isles where fishing was abundant and farming was rich. The Aluvu peoples were only beginning to migrate elsewhere when Irsad arrived from Saitsiu. Boosted by a growing foreign trade approach by several tribes, Irsad began to spread and the first Irsadic tribe was established in 1564. Bevenian explorer Rolando Estapora sighted Estapora Island in the 1620s. The natives briefly contacted the Asuran ship. White people returned much later; Leidenese and Bevenians in the 1730s looking to establish trading posts and small colonies in the islands. Bevenia, along with Liiduria had a foothold for several decades; the Leidense contributed the most to colonizing the Cornelissen Islands and by 1770 controlled the western half of the archipelago. Contact with the tribes was long made and Leiden began to explore the other islands in the 1770s and 1780s. By 1800 the Regency controlled all the islands with the exception of the Rolando's Line fishing village and the tribal rebel lands. Wars and disputes continued for a century, until the Leidenese Republic made the islands an autonomous dependency in 1922. Following the Ora'paitosa Declaration of 1948, the nation gained independence as the Republic of the Cornelissen Islands. In 1993 Aluvarau became the official name, this was changed in the 2006 coup. In 2011 the Cornelissen Islands Republic was restored with both names being recognized.
Map claim (Imgur): https://i.imgur.com/45xWmdy.gif but with some changes: obviously Saitsiu is not part of that, the islands are more tightly compacted, there are many more small and slightly larger islands, and the entire thing is moved in the north of Songdang area. Weird, but thanks if you can.

Geography and climate of nation: Comparable to that of Kiribati or Hawaii; pacific tropical, with sandy coastlines and jungles along with some plains.
How will your nation fit within the existing regional power structure? (strengths/weaknesses): Weaknesses is civil instability, strength is growing economic output.
If asked to reduce the strength of your nation, how would you do so?: Smaller economy and size,

How did you hear about Aeia? Can't really remember
What other nations do you use on NS? N/A
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Any other info you wish to add (Optional): Tell me if the map claim is too difficult.

[Ajerrin]

IC nation name: Gaussland Empire
Like the idea. Map claim is great. I would think you could drop your GDP slightly to go along with the 0.83 Index, but other than that I'm giving you a first recommendation along with a high-five and a smile.

IC nation name: Chokash Republic (Chokashia)
Nice ideas but I can't approve without a map claim. Please highlight where you want to go.

IC nation name: Cornelissen Islands (Aluvarau)
I like where you're coming from. However, none of your population is Savaian? That would be strange to me being so close. Map is fine but stretched out and I could see how this would cause problems. I would recommend saying put rather than moving to Songdang? RPing that would be interesting to read. I'm giving you a first recommendation regardless of where you live.

[Chokashia]

IC nation name: Chokash Republic (Chokashia)
Nice ideas but I can't approve without a map claim. Please highlight where you want to go.
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I did make it, it is north of Veskoslovia

[Ajerrin]

IC nation name: Chokash Republic (Chokashia)
Nice ideas but I can't approve without a map claim. Please highlight where you want to go.
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I did make it, it is north of Veskoslovia

I see the area you want to have now. While I'll give you a first recommendation I have to warn you, the previous application -Gaussland Empire - has also wanted to claim that spot. Based on a first-come, first-serve basis, I think it would be best if the two of you worked something out or try to find a different location.