Teremara & Wishtonia Regional Application Thread

[Teremara Caretaker]

Thanks for your interest in Teremara or Wishtonia. We are MT/PMT, realistic/human only, roleplaying regions. It might help to check out our region in advance before applying. Please note the following rules of our regions before you fill out an application:

1. We have a semi-hard cap at 150 million population, but this is negotiable, depending on the applicant. To be clear, this number is the roleplayed population of your nation, not the auto generated GP stats that NS assigns to your nation as you answer issues and gain tenure on the site.

2. Map spots, shapes of coastlines, and number of offshore islands are also negotiable. Depending on cultural and climate descriptions of your nation, we will also direct you to certain areas of the two major continents where your nation will better fit in. We have put a firm cap on not chopping up nations and leaving a landlocked interior spot in the wake. It's not a desirable spot for other incoming members and causes RP issues further down the line. So please don't even ask us to give you coastline without interior continental space.

3. We make decisions on island based nations on a case by case basis, but generally ask that people fill in our existing continents first. If you want to have a small island or archipelago that is Asian or Polynesian cultural based, please consider applying to Wishtonia instead. IC, Wishtonia is due south of Teremara

4. We are not exclusive to players moving their main accounts here. Players may have a presence in other regions, but are possibly looking to expand their RP and canon building opportunities with a puppet/alt in this region. We are fine with that as long as activity level can be maintained in Teremara. We do require that you apply to the thread with the specific account you hope to move into this region, not your main account that you will not move in, or any other NS account.

5. Nations with WMDs (Weapons of Mass Destruction) have already been grandfathered in (4 at current count) and others will likely not be accepted at this time. This does not apply to civilian nuclear energy programs, but only plutonium enriched for weapons purposes. Like population caps, WMDs can be negotiable under certain conditions depending on the player applying, but again, we likely won't approve new WMD armed nations.

6. Teremara and Wishotnia are not closed RP regions, meaning that nations in Teremara or Wishtonia can have relations, economical and political, with non-Teremaran nations, and we encourage our players to seek RP opportunities outside of the region, as well as to keep up involvement inside the region.

7. While not often, we do promote players to the leadership board of Teremara (which also leads over Wishtonia). This is based on a number of factors, but mainly activity level, constructive cooperation, and tenure in the region.

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Filling out this questionnaire is mandatory for applying and essential to the process for membership. Please give as full an answer to each question as possible. If any one of them seems redundant to you, or you have elaborated on the matter in a previous answered question, please redirect us to that answer.

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[u][size=130]IC Portion of the Application[/size][/u]

[b]1. Please check the box for which region you are applying to move your nation into:[/b]

[ ] Teremara
[ ] Wishtonia

[b]2. What is the official name of your nation?[/b]

[b]3. What type of government currently runs your nation?[/b]

[b]4. Your Head of Government:[/b]

[b]5. Your Head of State:[/b]

[b]6. What is your national population? (We will not accept a population larger than 150 million without discussion)[/b]

[b]7. What type of economy operates your nation?[/b]

[b]8. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)[/b]

[b]9. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):[/b]

(* NOTE: Parts of the above portion of the application were borrowed with permission from [nation]Ossoria[/nation] and [region]Tyran[/region].)

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[u][size=130]OOC Portion of the Application[/size][/u]

[b]1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.)[/b]

[b]a. Are you new to NS or a vet player?[/b]

[b]b. Are you returning to NS with another account?[/b]

[b]c. Do you already know someone in the region?[/b]

[b]2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account?[/b]

[b]3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they?[/b]

[b]b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often?[/b]

[b]4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here.[/b]

[b]b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave?[/b]

[b]5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[ ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[ ] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[ ] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[ ] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[ ] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)[/b]

[b]6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT[/b]
(Please narrow down to within a century for PT and FT. Also, please be aware that it’s okay if you like to RP fantasy tech elsewhere, but we’re a mostly MT, realist region and when working within our canon and regional RPs, we expect realism in relation to this region.)

[b]b. Are you willing to RP in other techs?[/b]

[b]7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members?[/b]

[b]8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not?[/b]

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CLOSING NOTES:

If you are unwilling or unable to answer these questions in the fullest, the process more than likely won't go very well. Don’t make any assumptions that you can skip any questions because you told us the information on Discord or might happen to already have friends in our region. This application is for all of us to view and make a well balanced decision. Thank you in advance.

Players who already have a nation in the regions may skip the OOC portion of the application if they have previously filled one out. If that is the case, please be sure to make a note somewhere in your app post that you do not wish to fill out the OOC portion again because of that situation.

You may notice that some of this is very similar to an application from another region. I claim ownership to these words, except where noted, and likely the application you saw was the one I wrote for a previous region I was in, or they cribbed my words for their own.

Please feel free to telegram me with any questions you may have. If you do apply, please TG me a notification of that as well. I try to check the thread fairly often, but there may be a lapse so it would speed up the process and cut your wait time if you sent me a quick reminder.

Thanks again for your patience with our process.

[Teremara Caretaker]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Bundesrepublik of Austrakia

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? An authoritarian nation under the GNP political party, who were elected democratically in 2015. The opposition parties are not outlawed, but their activities are strongly ‘discouraged’ and curtailed. While Chancellor Kürzen has remained aloof, his government agencies have made sure to crack down on any perceived dissension.

4. Your Head of State: Chancellor Heinz Kürzen

5. What is your national population? 19 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? A mix of state run and private enterprise, although with sanctions, a lot of companies have failed. The economy is stagnant due to sanctions proposed and enforced by Neu Engollon in response to the GNP taking power. A very few select nations will trade with Austrakia, but as the economy rapidly declines, things are becoming more desperate and bleak.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

Part of the heart of Teutonic culture in Madurin, Austrakians are very proud of their heritage and ancient tribal culture. At the high of the Greater Teutonic Empire, a political union with Reinhalt, the other main Teutonic state in Madurin, they controlled many parts of neighboring modern day nations like Taranima.

Prior to the formation of Greater Teutonia, eastern cantons of Neu Engollon were, for a time, heavily under the control of Austrak nobles and the early independence movement, led by Wilhelm Tell and his descendants, fought the Austraks and pushed them out of the Teutonic cantons. Several more intrusions into Neu Engollian affairs led to a Federal Army pushing out the Austraks once and for all in the 15th century. The growth of Neu Engollian power in that same era pushed the Austrakian states closer into union, as well as a union with their cousins in Reinhalt, under the leadership of Kaiser Werner II.

Several Slavic ethnics, remnants of the former Austrak-Reinhalt empire, call the Bundesrepublik home. Like their brethren in other non-Slav dominated nations like Neu Engollon, the Roman Free States, and Gaul, they have struggled for their rights and equality in Madurin.

Religion has a subdued place in Austrak society, with a sizable minority of people being Lutheran Protestant, and the rest of those hailing to any religion claiming Orthodoxy, Judaism, or Paganism.

The Gründer Nationalistische Partei, or GNP, has been deemed right wing nationalist and even fascistic by many outsiders. Austrakia has often been under authoritarian regimes, but the GNP pales in comparison to the national socialists that held power during the Great War. Austrakia continues to struggle between those wanting a return to more open democratic values and those who feel that the GNP offers the best counterance to Neu Engollian strangling of their nation and economy.

To handle internal dissension, the BMI, Bundesministerium für Inneres, has cracked down severely in the last decade. Very vocal anti-government Austraks have disappeared over the last decade, some never to re-appear. The food ration lines are getting longer. There is an often stressed and frustrated feeling of the common classes at both their own government’s inaction and the other sanctioning Western Madurin governments, that sometimes results in full blown riots at its worst.
Externally, the BND, the intelligence organization has worked to bring some security to the Bundesrepublik through operations against several other Western Madurinite nations, and some Tavlyrian nations. Unlike some of the other Teremaran intelligence organizations, they do not have any reach outside of the region, but they don’t have much concern outside the region, either.

Austrakia and Neu Engollon fought a major war one hundred years ago and have fought several border skirmishes since due to their mistrust of each other. Relations have not improved with continuing intrigue and detention of each others’ nationals. Embassies have been withdrawn from each other’s territory and many negotiations are conducted on the bridges that connect the two nations over the Thal Fluss. It could be a future hot spot in the region if the two nations resort to full blown war.

The Bundesrepublik has a lot of minor mountain ranges, valleys and shares the Alps with Neu Engollon, Gaul and the Roman Free States. It has the Danvard River that runs through most of the nation and lakes, but it is landlocked otherwise and relies on trade from neighbors that ignore the Neu Engollian driven sanctions. The weather tends to be cool to frigid throughout the year.

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IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Republic of Falkasia

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? Single-party Hereditary Dictatorship

3. Your Head of Government: Premier Vladimir Kazyenko

4. Your Head of State: Premier Vladimir Kazyenko

5. What is your national population? 35 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? Predominantly laissez-faire capitalism with “quality-of-life” governmental regulation

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

Falkasia is a Nordic-Slavic nation situated in north-central Tavlyria. Its northernmost regions are comprised of snowdrift laden tundras, interspaced by central grasslands in the center, and ending in chaparral brushland to the south. Historically, Falkasia is a “post-Soviet” state having operated a pseudo-puppet to a large communist regime during the majority of the 20th centry. Its people, strongly independent with a defined national identity, broke away following their overlord’s collapse and reformed as a nation. The Kazyenko family, with their historic ties to the anachronistic Falkasian and Gragastavian aristocracies, was entrusted by the people to rule the country. Roman Kazyenko, who led from 1991 until his death in 2000, was succeeded by his son Vladimir in early 2001.

In the short two decades since, Vladimir has re-invigorated the Falkasian economy and rebuilt much of the country’s aging infrastructure. Falkasians are among the most prosperous and wealthy in the region, and they try to keep it that way by avoiding unnecessary conflicts or intrigues. Although possessing a numerically small professional force, the highly-disciplined Falkasian military fields advanced, sometimes seemingly arcane, technology that results in battlefield dominance. The FSIS, or Falkasian Special Intelligence Service, ensures that all branches of the military and civilian government are kept aware of threats internal and abroad; even if their motives and end objectives may not always align with Kazyenko’s doctrine. Major population centers include the capitol Ekaterine, where both the seat of government and major government and financial institutions reside. Volsk, being Falkasia’s only port city, sits on the almost perpetually-frozen Falkasian Gulf. Save for two months in summer, the only way to access the port is via ice lanes plowed and patrols by a small fleet of icebreakers. Stana sits to the south along the tumultuous border with Gragastavia, and boasts both a uniquely blended culture and architectural style.

The Falkasian government is headed by Vladimir Kazyenko, with power expected to be passed down to a to-be-designated heir following his death. Vladimir currently has no blood relatives, family, or significant others to speak of. In lieu, he surrounds himself with an assortment of professional Ministers and advisors who manage the everyday functions of Falkasia and his government. As a matter of principle, due in part to both the collective perspective of Falkasian culture and Kazyenko’s own views, the government does not meddle in economic or private affairs of its citizens. Minimal oversight and regulation is levied to ensure safety and health for all citizens and the nation at large. Beyond this layer of oversight, citizens are free to do as they please so long as such actions do not impact the wellbeing of others. Remarkably, this hands-off mentality has led to a stable and surprisingly happy population despite the persistence of underground unsavory elements and questionable practices.

Diplomatically, Falkasia is generally seen as isolationist and neutral. While Gaulic apologists are always quick to cast accusatory fingers at Falkasia, rarely does the nation involve itself in conflicts without there first being a present threat to the nation. The prime, and rare, exception being when such a conflict ultimately serves Falkasia’s best interests.

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IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Republic of Terre Des Gaules (Gaul)

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? Parliamentary Republic

3. Your Head of Government: President Michel Trevalle

4. Your Head of State: Prime Minister Bertrand St. Vitroix

5. What is your national population? 79 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? A mix of socialism and capitalism unique to the Republic. They are very interdependent on the other nations of Western Madurin, especially Neu Engollon, their closest trading partner. They export fine luxury gourmet goods to the rest of the region, including a robust wine trade.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

Gaulic culture runs deep and they have a well established sense of superiority over the many other ethnic groups in the region and the world. This led in part to their lust for empire, along with pragmatic concerns for resources and power bases. Now that the Gaulic Empire is long gone, with only remnants of territory left in corners of the region and world, such as Dachine and Marveille, the Gauls continue to struggle with the excesses of past generations and try to make right their subjugation of other cultures. Waves of immigration, mostly from former colonies, have in turn given over to waves of xenophobia and race riots, but slowly, a new polyglot Gaulic identity is taking shape in the modern age and the days of race and anti-immigrant riots seem to be fading.

Along with the dozens of different ethnic immigrant minorities now present in Gaul, the sizeable native Bosque minority, numbering about half a million people claim a homeland in the Northeast of the Republic. They have been heavily persecuted by the surrounding Gauls. It is ironic to many considering that the Bosques have more generational claim to the area than the Gauls, who arrived slightly later on the Western Madurin peninsula in ancient times. Bosques have struggled over the recent decades to get equal rights and be respected as contributors to Gaul.

There is a class system, but it is not as pronounced or clear as it is to its eastern neighbor, Neu Engollon. A lot of the divide lays in generational and immigration lines.

Many Gauls are Catholic, with a smattering of Huguenots, Protestants, Muslims from Southern Tavlyria and Pagan and Norse immigrants from Northern Tavlyria. Religion does not have a big bearing on government in the Republic.

Politics are divided pretty typically between liberals and conservatives that each share about half a dozen parties that must work to form coalitions to run the country.

Gaul has a moderate to maritime climate in the north, center, and west, while to the south it has a balmy, Mediterranean climate. To the northeast and east, Gaul shares mountains and foothills of the Alps with their eastern neighbors, Neu Engollon and Taranima. The mountainous northeast corner is where the Bosques call home.

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IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Grand Duchy of Glisandia

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? Absolute monarchy. The prior parliament was dissolved during the War and Yellowsian occupation. Efforts are under way to reinstate the legislative body, but as of yet have so far been unsuccessful, even though desired by much of the population. Members of Parliament are often targets of the Holy Domain, unless they have secret agreements with the fanatical Christian rebels, hence the lack of candidates.

3. Your Head of Government: Prime Minister Einar Wolfursson

4. Your Head of State: Grand Duke Henryk Pierdcziensky

5. What is your national population? 33 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? Capitalism, but the economy has not recovered very well from the war, and to be truthful, it wasn’t doing that well beforehand. Some of the products that are exported are dairy (which is of poor quality in comparison to Western Madurin and Southern Tavlyrian exports), office furniture, and orthopaedic devices. There is very little market for Glisandian products and a lot of imports are far out of affordable range of the average Glisandian.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

Most Glisandians are descended from their former parent nation, Yellowsia, and Glisja and Yelskja are dialects of the same root language. They share the same version of Norse faith and many of the same cultural traditions. That being said, the two nations are like hateful cousins and stand by their minor differences. They have fought many wars against each other since the split. There is also a sizable Polish/Slavic (also mostly Catholic) minority in the Grand Duchy, and the current ruling royal house is of Pole-Slav descent. In the south, there are a handful of smaller ethnic minorities shared with northwest YSR.

The civil war that resulted after the Yellowsian invasion and gave birth to the Holy Domain has put a damper on recovery, despite the generous Western Madurin aid that continues to flow in.

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IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Democratic Republic of Gragastavia

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? Gragastavia is a “democratic” presidential federal republic with power divided between an executive, legislative, and judicial branch. The executive and judicial branches are made up of the Office of the President of the Republic and the Federal Court, respectively. The legislature is bicameral with power separated between the Federal Assembly and the Federal Council.

3. Your Head of Government: President Farouk Hussein (discussed further below) is the most senior member of the civil service and can appoint cabinet ministers with the approval of a majority of all legislators.

4. Your Head of State: President Farouk Hussein, a former military officer who served as King Siegfried II’s chief of staff during the transition, leveraged his position to win political acclaim and achieve electoral success in the nation’s first presidential election since the partition. He is due for re-election in 2024.

5. What is your national population? 55 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? The Gragastavian economy is fiercely capitalist with little, if anything, in the way of regulation. Due especially to rampant collusion and corruption among government officials, not much headway has been made in the way of reducing the impact that companies have on influencing national policy that concerns them. Except to address major market failures that are found to have a significant detrimental impact on Gragastavian society, very little is done to rein in the economic growth and development.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

Prior to the partition, Gragastavia was a nation sharply divided between the more secular north and the fundamentalist south. An intersection of many different cultures and religions, Gragastavia has been a cosmopolitan society throughout much of its history. Cultural clashes have plagued the nation in some form or another for centuries. Religious conflicts, especially between the Polatilians and Muslims, have been commonplace and still inform much of the animosity between Gragastavia and South Gragastavia to this day. Indeed, ever since the Polatilian Revolution and the assumption of the throne by the Schechtmann dynasty in the 1700s, the discord between Muslims and Polatilians in Gragastavia has been a permanent feature of the national landscape.

This long-standing dispute eventually boiled over into the Gragastavian Civil War (or the Islamic Revolution, as others would frame it) that saw the southern half of the nation declare and win independence from the north. Despite significant foreign support, the desert climate simply proved too much for the conventional forces of the north to be able to defeat the southern insurgency. The succession conflict between the designated heir to the throne Josephine and the slighted heir-apparent Siegfried further drove a wedge in northern resolve, as the future King Siegfried’s first priority was to sue for peace with the South Gragastavians. Siegfried has since abdicated the throne and abolished the monarchy, leaving the new Gragastavian republic with a significant power vacuum as they struggle to redefine themselves in this new era.

Despite this, the power of Gragastavian industry has remained resolute. In fact, with the peace settlement, the nation’s economy has rebounded significantly as the uncertainty of war no longer haunts investors and executives. Entrepreneurship has always been a significant aspect of Gragastavian culture, as it is not unknown for compromised intelligence agents to try to sell timeshares to their captors, and the decrease in arms manufacturing has led to a growth in the consumer goods market. Even with this economic development, however, wealth disparity and social stratification remains a major problem that looms over Gragastavian society, as the cost of living has increased while wages have largely remained stagnant and may even decrease with more soldiers returning to civilian life.

While jokes about Gragastavia’s climate ranging from rocky deserts to sandy desert are accurate for the most part, there is still some variation in environment. The northern border with Falkasia is a rocky shrubland, which transitions into the vast swathes of sand that Gragastavia is known for. Coastal areas, most notably along the banks of the River Duhaba including the city of Al-Duhaba, tend to be lusher than the surrounding deserts due greater amounts of water available for vegetation. The border with South Gragastavia is known for immense sand dunes and general barrenness, although camel caravans are not an uncommon sight making the dangerous trek across the desert.

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IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Confederacy of Neu Engollon

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? A direct democracy up to the Federal level. The Federal Assembly is made up of representatives voted in by their cantons, the number of cantonal representatives varies. A Federal Council acts as the cabinet for the Council President. Informally, there is another layer of government of the major oligarch families that run the Confederacy such as the Tells and Tofts.

3. Your Head of Government: Federal Council President Brigitte Garavano. She is about to run for re-election.

4. Your Head of State: Confederacy President Jean Kriegman handles the ceremonial duties for the Federal Council. He has had 4 successive terms so far. It is important to note that his cousin, Napoleon Kriegman, is a wanted fugitive and war criminal that runs his own band of mercenaries that will do any number of vile things for money.

5. What is your national population? The population of the Confederacy hovers around 38 million people, with 14 million of them packed in the greater Burgunden metropolitan area.

6. What type of economy operates your nation? Capitalism with some mild government regulation. The oligarchs that own the major conglomerates are the major power families of the nation. A lot of the Confederacy’s economy is geared towards global hospitality, food and beverage industries with such brands as Presarius Plaza Hotels, Burgunden Breus, and Terembev having thousands of locations the world over.

Another large industry is technology, both civilian and military. The largest example of these strong tech companies would be Schwyz Defense Systems.[/ur].

Lastly, one of the largest unique industries of Neu Engollon has been private military contracting, or mercenaries, if you prefer a bolder term.
Private soldiers throughout the region’s history of conflicts have seemed to have been dominated by nationals from Neu Engollon. Several hundreds of private military and security companies have been established in the small central Western Madurin nation, but the most infamous and lasting has been the Uli-Schwyz, or [url=https://forum.nationstates.net/viewtopic.php?f=6&t=195503]USG Security Corporation as it is referred to these days.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

Neu Engollon is a crossroads for Gaulic, Teutonic and Roman/Latin cultures in Madurin. The Gaulic and Teutonic (Austrak or Reinhalter) ethnicities are the larger of the groups. There have been tensions in the past, especially with the Gaulic invasion at the end of the 18th century, in which the Gaulic ethnics were seen as fifth columnists; and during the Austrak border war when the Teutonic ethnics were viewed similarly by the other two groups. There is a fourth, smaller ethnic group of Slavs, remnants of the former Austrak-Reinhalt and Taraniman empires mostly consolidated in the far north. In recent years, the Slavic-Neu Engollians have fought for more rights and recognition in the Confederacy, rightfully feeling that they have been treated as second class citizens. Neu Engollon has welcomed small waves of immigrants over the last few decades with stringent screening. Many of them have been from Wishtonia, refugees of the Hutanjian War, and from Southern Tavlyrian, escaping the conflicts there.

There is a loose class system, with the oligarchical families like the Tofts and Tells at the top, along with some top military and political families. Many of the top power political, military, and oligarchy families are intermingled. Another layer of oligarchs and capitalist families and figures is below that, with an upper middle/white collar, lower middle, blue collar/working, and immigrant labor classes beneath.

There are some Christians in Neu Engollon, but a good portion of the modern nation is agnostic/atheist and religion has no influence on how the state is run. Some ancient Madurinite Orthodox and Catholic orders had influence in the early centuries of the Confederacy, and some historic cathedrals and sites are scattered throughout the nation to bear proof to their influence, but religion is quite marginalized now in modern Neu Engollian society.

Sport is a big part of Neu Engollian society and the nation’s teams have won a world cup in both rugby and hockey, as well as participating in several other sports including the Teremaran Winter and Summer Olympics delegations. Neu Engollians excel at many winter sports like skiing, curling, dog sledding and biathlon. Many famous tennis players have hailed from the Confederacy like Paul Quiront (who was also a one time mayor of Albertville), and Marlena Girard, although with the pullout of the NETC (Neu Engollian Tennis Committee) from the world federation, tennis has lost some popularity. The National Championship Opens still seem to be fairly popular.

Garavano’s political coalition rode into power in 2014 in direct public reaction to the policies of President Alainsburg and the Central Federalist Party (CFP). Brigitte Garavano was a prominent Ciavno politician in the local branch of the Alpine Democrats. There was strong repulsion in the nation to the CFP’s push to integrate with the WMTA (Western Madurin Treaty Alliance) and contribute Neu Engollian troops to the peacekeeping forces in southern and northern Tavlyria. The feeling was that Alainsburg and the CFP were skirting the neutrality clauses of the constitution and risking national security in aid of the Western Madurin alliance. Shortly after the election, and with the successful conclusion of the Northern Tavlyrian War forcing the YSR to sign the Treaty of Frardjol, Neu Engollon began an immediate pullback of troops and a downgrade to observer status in the WMTA (Now succeeded by the TSO).

The CFP is strongly funded by the oligarch families and has popular support within the military and intelligence communities of the Confederacy. The coalition of Alpine Democrats, Ligurian Republicans and Rivieran Bridgers can claim popular support from the middle and working classes. Though CFP lacks popular support, they have the power brokers to make things happen. They are staging a comeback and working on winning rural, conservative support.

There is a noticeable climate divide between the southern third of the Confederacy, which is of a balmy, Mediterranean climate made up of territory won during the liberation of the nation from Gaulic control in the early 19th century, the plains and low hills of the central part of the nation, and the Alps and smaller mountain ranges of the north, which has a cooler climate most of the year. The mindset between the three is almost as extreme as the divides between the three main ethnic groups of the Confederacy.

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IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Islamic Republic of Qasifya

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? A parliamentary system was set up, but the parliament was dissolved 17 years ago and never reinstated. The central government has little control outside the capital of Jamfar and hasn’t had much of any control in some time.

3. Your Head of Government: President Hassan Al-Zhouri

4. Your Head of State: Prime Minister Zayim Fouzani

5. What is your national population? 11.5 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? Barter system is in place with the local currency too inflated to be worth anything. Most financial transactions are conducted with Gragastavian riyals, Falkasian dinars, or Prostoreich marks.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

Qasifyans are descended from the same tribes that have roamed the south deserts of Tavlyria for ages. The Arabic population is by far the most dominant, with smaller minorities of Berbers, Bedouins, and Turkic people. They are closely related to the people of Gragastavia and Figuerroa. It was part of the Great Terim Caliphate for centuries, with many famous imams, statesmen, and scientists hailing from the area.

During the colonial rush, Qasifya was one of the first footholds of the Gauls, who spread out from the Marveille peninsula into the surrounding rocky areas in search of mineral resources and the famed Southern Tavlyrian trade routes. With the large garrison in Marveille, they defeated the local tribes allied to the Terim Caliphate. The Gauls would later push out the last of the Terim Caliphate from Qasifya in a series of conflicts, allying with the Reinhalters in order to claim Southwest Tavlyria for the Madurinite Christians. They confidently established a proper colony. Qasifyans were brought to Western Madurin and to other Gaulic colonies in Wishtonia to work mines and plantations for meager wages, if any.

Marveille was a major staging base during several regional conflicts and was the center of Gaulic rule in Qasifya, even though Jamfar was the traditional capital as far as the local population were concerned.

Resistance groups formed and eventually consolidated under the banner of the Qasifyan Liberation Army to throw off their colonial rulers.
For a decade and a half, the QLA waged a dirty, bloody struggle against the Gaulic occupiers, until, with everything unraveling in multiple colonies, the Gauls caved, signing over the country to the new local leadership with the stipulation that they be allowed to hang onto the port of Marveille for 50 years, and by referendum every 10 years after that mark. The first referendum vote was a landslide for remaining a Gaulic protectorate, with a very small percentage for independence and less than a percent for reunification with Qasifya.

For the next 3 decades, the small republic struggled to get established, negotiating deals with resource companies in the region and dealing with major internal strife. They pushed back one major incursion from Gragastavia in the 1970’s with Gaulic support.

Gaul remained a strong presence, retaining many links and concerns. Central authority broke down and warlords rose up, thwarting the authority of the central government and attacking the foreign run mines. In the 1990’s, a newly reformed QLA declared a jihad on Gaul, the Westerners, and any other foreigners that interfered in Qasifya. They started a terror campaign, culminating in the bombings of the Marveille Governor’s mansion, taking out the territory's leadership; and the LeClerc airport bombing in Paritte in 2010, which killed hundreds.

An outraged Gaul had had enough and demanded revenge. They staged an invasion through Marveille and building a coalition of Western Madurin nations to quell the warlords and hunt down the terrorists. The coalition would form the backbone of the newly formed Teremaran Security Organization, which succeeded the WMTA. The TSO tasked itself with getting regional security under control, and would later respond to the YSR invasion of Glisandia and Jumnia.

After several years, and most of the other nations dropping out, with many of the top leadership of the QLA decimated, Gaul declared victory in Qasifya and pulled back. They would, however, go in several more times in raids on QLA strongholds and training camps and to punish the warlords who supported them.

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1. What is the official name of your nation? The Federation of Roman States
Also known as the Roman Federated States, and the Roman Free States

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? A unicameral parliament run by a Prime Minister.

3. Your Head of Government: Prime Minister Alberto Fergaloni

4. Your Head of State: President Marco Perontino

5. What is your national population? 22 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? Capitalism, with a small bit of free market socialism.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

The Romans have long boasted about their influence in the region, but it has long since been on the wane with only remnants of the old Roman Empire remaining. Like many of their neighbors, they have had issues with the ethnic groups that were once included in that empire, and now make up a large immigrant population within the Free States. The Latin dominant culture have a vibrant tradition in art, cuisine, and literature.
Few Romans can claim to be living a high standard of living, but those that do are well resented by the rest and the gap is growing.

Catholics are the most numerous of religions in the RFS, but Orthodox and Protestants are also decently represented in the States. A minority of other religions such as Buddhists, Jews, and Muslims also call the RFS home, but a very small percentage.

Early Latin was never abandoned as a language, and retained by a good amount of the population, along with the newly developing Roman (Italian) lingua. Both languages are official for the Federated States and used almost equally, with a smaller group of immigrant languages also being used by the modern Roman States.Italian and Latin speakers have clashed in the past, but they have found a peaceful balance today.

The RFS is mountainous, with the infamous Alpens to the NW, and with smaller alpen ranges to the northeast, and low coastal lands to the southeast and south. It has a Mediterranean climate in most of the southern two thirds of the nation.

They are proud to be the headquarters of the Teremaran Security Organization, in Roma, their capital. The RFS has been a stalwart ally of Gaul and Neu Engollon for decades, and the three nations often confer on defense policy. Now that they have formed a larger political, economic, and military alliance with many Madurin, and some Tavlyrian nations, they continue to see themselves as being at the forefront of regional defense and security.

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IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Republic of San Rosito

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? A military junta

3. Your Head of Government: General Gabriel Pedro Elizondo
Commandant of the ERSR (Ejercito de Republic de San Rosito - the Army); General Elizondo is also the head of the ruling junta.

4. Your Head of State: General Juan Garcia Arenas
Commandant of Las Fuerzas Aéreas (the Air Force); one of the four of the ruling junta, General Arenas is the public face around the region for official functions. General Elizondo has not left the country since the coup, fearful that he will be taken into custody by international authorities, but more so fearful that a counter-coup would depose him in his absence, leaving him exiled away from his power and money.

5. What is your national population? 23 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? There is some free market economy, with a strong agrarian emphasis, but legitimate exports are not their priority. San Rosito is basically a narco state with opiates and cocaine being shipped out in bulk to the rest of the region. The junta has turned a blind eye to this while half heartedly cooperating with outside authorities to rein in the cartels.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

Indigenous tribes resided in the area for thousands of years. Latin explorers sent missionaries into the area half a millenia ago to bring Christianity and other Western Madurinite religions and culture. Some Latin missionaries and administrators were benevolent, while others enslaved the tribes people to work plantations.

San Cristal was liberated and founded by Don Salvador Diego Rosito, who took inspiration from the other colonial liberation movements in the surrounding states like Brazil. He set about to establish a strong Republic, but was betrayed by some of his own counsel during factional fighting following independence and killed. A martyr for the people, the nation that was briefly known as San Cristal was renamed San Rosito in his honor.

Many San Rositans are Catholic, with the remainder worshipping the pagan gods of the ancient tribes. They have a strong respect for the land and the animals and a strong aversion to upsetting the natural balance. Other than the tightly packed metro areas and some coastal villages, a lot of the interior is undeveloped with small agricultural fields interspersed with the jungle.

The climate is humid and tropical, with some cooler weather in the Cuatzul Mountains to the west and running to the northern border into Brazil. The coasts are pristine with resorts that beckon the tourists, despite the troubles in the Republic.

San Rosito tended to support the Western Madurin nations in conflicts in the region during the 20th century when pushed, but also stayed neutral when given the choice. With the coup that overthrew the democratically elected civilian government and the following estrangement due to the military’s inability to control the cartels, the Republic has begun to look for other allies in the region, looking across the Tavlyrian Ocean to the eastern continent.

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IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Holy Commonwealth of Skartok

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? Skartok is a unitary theocratic absolute monarchy. The Grand Patriarch holds ultimate executive, legislative, and judicial power and sits at the head of the Patriarchal Conclave. The Grand Patriarch can delegate some of their responsibilities to Patriarchs, clergy, or laypersons to serve in senior administrative positions at the Grand Patriarch’s discretion, but all government officials are responsible to the Grand Patriarch either directly or through their superiors. Prior to the transition, a chancellor appointed by the then-Gragastavian Grand Patriarch served as the leader of Skartok. This position has been retained and the chancellor serves as the nation’s head of government. At the local level, some democracy exists through the election of mayors and aldermen, but their power is limited by law.

3. Your Head of Government: Patriarch Thorton Maynard Hale, Chancellor of the Faith

4. Your Head of State: Grand Patriarch Cyrus Woods

5. What is your national population? 5 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? The Skartokian economy is a small affair, focusing primarily on subsistence agriculture and skilled trades, although there is some industrial emphasis on mining, primarily precious metals, iron, coal, and aluminum, that make up most of Skartok’s export market, followed closely by aluminum food and beverage cans. Market regulation is moderate and tends to target large businesses the most, as the previous Skartokian chancellors tended to be suspicious of the detrimental role that such companies could have on the well-being of citizens. Regulations for environmental protection and working conditions are the most notable government interventions in the economy.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

Since the infrastructure and power of the Polatilian Faith has been completely transferred to Skartok, many questions as to both the future of the country and the future of the religion have come to the surface. The new Grand Patriarch, Cyrus Woods, has made it clear that the fundamental teachings of the religions have not changed, and that he plans to proceed with caution as he delineates at new direction for the Skartokian and Polatilian peoples. There are others both in the Conclave and in Skartok at large that oppose what they see to be a corruption of the office of the Grand Patriarchy and may be moving to scale back the role that religion plays in the governing of the nation.

Skartok itself tends to be a conservative nation, both socially and politically. A few large cities line the nation’s waterways, but most of the population is concentrated in towns and villages that dot the verdant landscape. Characterized by rain, Skartok has a temperate climate that tends to be on the cooler side due to its position relative to the Falkasian Gulf Stream and the East Tavlyrian Current. Vegetation is abundant, fertile farmland abounds, and expansive forests often serve as boundaries between municipalities.

While religion is an important part of many Skartokians’ lives, they nevertheless tend to be a humble folk, despite the presence of the large ecclesiastical institutions in their proverbial backyard. Most are employed in either agriculture or skilled trades and seldom leave their towns except on pilgrimage. In modern times, more and more young people are moving into the cities to pursue higher education and many leave the country entirely due to the lack of opportunity for college-educated individuals. While agricultural work still remains an option for many Skartokians, foreign and domestic investment in industrial agriculture is making the stock of farm labor obsolete, which is further fueling a population shift toward the cities.

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IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Islamic Republic of South Gragastavia

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? South Gragastavia is a unitary theocratic Islamic republic. Laws are passed by the National Congress, but those laws have to be approved by the Conference of Muftis to ensure that they are consistent with sharia law. Members of the National Congress are directly elected by their constituencies; however, candidates have to be approved by the Conference of Muftis. The Conference of Muftis consists of the nation’s top Islamic legal scholars and clerics, who elect the First Mufti to serve as their presiding officer. To be considered for membership in the Conference, one must first be selected as a candidate by the First Mufti before being confirmed by the sitting members of the Conference. The First Mufti and the President of the National Congress select a council of viziers to administer the bureaucracy.

3. Your Head of Government: Grand Vizier Khalid Rashad Abdullah Al-Ajlani was a jurist and a professor of Islamic law at Mahadid University before becoming mayor of that city. While not as ardent of a fundamentalist or a radicalist as many of his contemporaries, Al-Ajlani nevertheless became an influential advocate for the South Gragastavian independence movement. He was an unlikely choice for the position of Grand Vizier, but was appointed to the position at the urgings of the President of the National Congress.

4. Your Head of State: First Mufti Harun Halabi is a well-established Islamic cleric who was one of the major leaders of the separtist movement. He was initially appointed to the Conference of Muftis by the constitutional convention and was quickly elected as First Mufti at the conclusion of the Conference’s first meeting. He will serve until death, removal, or resignation.

5. What is your national population? 42 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? South Gragastavia operates with a mixed economy that relies primarily on free markets, but with significant regulations and with some nationalized industries. Certain public utilities, such as air and rail travel and telecommunications, are publicly-owned, as is the oil and petroleum industry. Indeed, oil and petroleum makes up most of South Gragastavia’s exports, much like their neighbor to the north. Most of the government’s interventions center around preventing fraud and protecting workers by ensuring that companies operate within the confines of sharia law.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

The partition agreement between Gragastavia and South Gragastavia came with a 90-day period for free passage across the border. Gragastavians that wished to migrate to the Islamic South Gragastavia could do so, as could anyone who wished to live in the Polatilian Gragastavia. While some illegal border crossings do still occur, South Gragastavia is beginning to undergo a cultural transformation as the nation becomes increasingly conservative in its social customs. At the same time, South Gragastavia is also seeking to redefine itself as a legitimate nation on the world stage and distance itself from its roots among radical Islamic terror groups, such as the Gragastavian Liberation Organization and the People’s Islamic Revolutionary Militia.

The primary hurdle for the new government was to wrest power back from the various insurgent groups through the establishment of a professional army. While the newly-established South Gragastavian Army did much to protect the nation’s sovereignty from any lingering insurgent groups, the fervor of the revolution would not be so easily extinguished. A conference of former and current insurgent leaders established what would become the South Gragastavian Islamic Volunteer Defense Regiment, a paramilitary organization driven by a fundamentalist Islamic ideology. This compromise helped ease intranational strife and allowed the government to turn their attention to building their new nation.

South Gragastavia’s political scene is officially nonpartisan, though informal coalitions exist in the Conference of Muftis and the National Congress. Tensions among the political leadership are minimal insofar as Grand Mufti Halabi maintains a significant degree of control over the executive and legislative arenas. He has promised to scale back his involvement once the nation is firmly rooted, but until that point is reached, it is clear who is in charge.

At the conclusion of the civil war, an uneasy truce with Gragastavia was established. The newly-formed Democratic Republic of Gragastavia has recognized South Gragastavia as a sovereign state, but many other nations still refuse to grant South Gragastavia the same courtesy. President Farouk Hussein of Gragastavia, in a show of good faith, has promised to work with the South Gragastavians to help them gain international acknowledgement, but their efforts so far have proven fruitless.

Amid all of this, the city of Maqhab remains split between the Gragastavians and the South Gragastavians, a permanent mark in the desert of the disunity that ultimately led to the conflict and the loss of life that stains the sands with the blood of fallen Gragastavians, north and south.

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IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The United Socialist States of the Yellow Star Republic

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? Authoritarian one party state. The main faction within the state security organization, The RLO, overthrew the Politburo of the socialist ruling party during the Northern Tavlyrian War. The RLO still runs the YSR as a socialist state in name, but in practice, it is more of a nationalist and authoritarian system with the trappings of socialism.

3. Your Head of Government: Director General Gerta Hildgursdottir; Former Director, and head of the most ruthless faction of the RLO. She did away with her former boss at the RLO, then consolidated power within the government, making alliances with other factions and departments until she was confident that she could depose the Politburo with little internal resistance. Now she rules the state, pragmatically and ruthlessly, but fairly efficiently.

4. Your Head of State: See above

5. What is your national population? 112 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? Socialist with state owned industry, but some private industry allowed.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

The climate of the YSR is mostly arctic tundra, with some mountainous areas and a slightly milder maritime climate on parts of the eastern and southern coast.

Norse tribes roamed the north of Tavlyria. One of the strongest were the Yellowsians, or the Yelskja. The Yellowsian empire included the Glisja lands (modern day Glisandia, and other areas, run by dukes and barons under the Koningur (King).

Slowly, the Yellowsian Empire broke apart, with the largest piece, Glisandia, breaking in the 18th century. Strife rocked the Empire in the 19th century, and several uprisings were put down, with the communards and anarchists being dealt with severely. The future hero of the Revolution, Vaugimir Itzek Lunyuk, would exile himself to escape capture and torture in the dawning of the new century.

The Marxists continued to organize and by 1920 the Koningur’s secret police were no longer able to suppress them. Lunyuk arrived back out of exile to lead the socialist Revolution and overthrow the royals. Lunyuk’s main faction of Menshevik-style socialists won out over the communists and other leftist factions to dominate the Revolution and eventually wipe out competition over that year. The royals fled to neighboring states, but many were executed by the Reds. In 1921, the Yellow Star Republic was declared and the Kingdom of Yellowsia was abolished.

Over the next decade, Lunyuk would consolidate power. Unlike a certain similar nation who had a Revolution around this time, there was no subsequent civil war as no faction, even the Whites, were strong enough to challenge the Reds under Lunyuk. Wars were fought with neighbors, most notably Glisandia, as the YSR attempted to expand the Revolution.

While the Norse and Christian religions were tolerated under the socialist regime, they had to operate out of the public eye and often drew the ire of the government when they overstepped their bounds. Extreme religious sects were dealt with harshly, as were religions and their devotees that were deemed as foreign influenced. Polatillians, Jews, Muslims, and Glisandian Catholics were, and continue to be, persecuted although there are few devout worshippers of those religions that are left within the YSR today.

[Figuerroa]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? Protectorate of Figuerroa

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? monarchy

3. Your Head of Government:
Hermann Detzner
4. Your Head of State:

5. What is your national population? (We will not accept a population larger than 150 million without discussion)
100 million
6. What type of economy operates your nation? capitalist

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)
Friedrichlanda is a Protectorate of Prostoreich, and that's all I have worked out right now honestly I generally like to do RP to help define my nation but I'm kinda creating this one as a spur of the moment
8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):
From my Salto de Victoria account with a touch of FanT viewtopic.php?p=30163068#p30163068

From my Celtlan account also with FT viewtopic.php?p=30205676#p30205676

(* NOTE: Parts of the above portion of the application were borrowed with permission from Ossoria and Tyran.)

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.) I like to write a variety of stories on NS and I'm always looking for something new to challenge me

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player?
Vet
b. Are you returning to NS with another account? No I have several

c. Do you already know someone in the region?
Nope
2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account?
Nope
3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they?
Yes I do and there's something around 80 accounts last I checked, you'll understand if I don't feel like listing them all
b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often?
Thoricia
4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here. Make a habit of avoiding drama

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave?
I'm not, I have a puppet region that I like to Branch out from to interact with other region
5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[ ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[ ] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[ ] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[X] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[ ] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT I was going to do PMT here
(Please narrow down to within a century for PT and FT. Also, please be aware that it’s okay if you like to RP fantasy tech elsewhere, but we’re a mostly MT, realist region and when working within our canon and regional RPs, we expect realism in relation to this region.)

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs?
Possibly depends on if the story is good
7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members? I'm just looking to write stories and have fun with new people

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not? Bonobos

[Teremara Caretaker]

Accepted by unanimous decision.

[Teremara Caretaker]

Still looking for more folks. Don't make any assumptions about us until you ask some questions. You might be surprised at how flexible and amicable we are. TG me to get Discord access and get more info.

[Reino do Brazil]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Federation of Reino do Brazil

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? Parliamentary Monarchy

3. Your Head of Government: Bernardo Ahrenz de Mattos

4. Your Head of State: HM Joao I

5. What is your national population? (We will not accept a population larger than 150 million without discussion) 150 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? Capitalism

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.) Our country is based on diversity united in the crown. We cherish freedom and democracy dearly and are ruled by a constitution. We are a colourful, cheerful people with beliefs close to nature and it's essence. Our climate is mainly tropical though we are a large nation. Our society archetype is close to the British one, we have an aristocracy but with very little actual power.

8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS): memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=1161650 viewtopic.php?f=6&t=403539

(* NOTE: Parts of the above portion of the application were borrowed with permission from Ossoria and Tyran.)

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.)

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player? I have been playing for five years now.

b. Are you returning to NS with another account? no

c. Do you already know someone in the region? yes, Neu Engolon

2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account? never

3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they? not at the moment

b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often? Reino do Brazil

4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here. none

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave? for the prestige of Teremara

5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[x ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[x] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[x ] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[ ] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[ ] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT real time
(Please narrow down to within a century for PT and FT. Also, please be aware that it’s okay if you like to RP fantasy tech elsewhere, but we’re a mostly MT, realist region and when working within our canon and regional RPs, we expect realism in relation to this region.)

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs? no


7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members? to be able to achieve stability, challenge and quality growth

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not? not at the moment

Thank you

[Teremara Caretaker]

Thanks for filling that out in full. We have considered your application and are honored to offer you membership in our region.

[Arcerion]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation?

Arcerion Confederated Republic

2. What type of government currently runs your nation?

Democratic Republic

3. Your Head of Government:

Chancellor Rudyard van Volkener

4. Your Head of State:

Chancellor Rudyard van Volkener

5. What is your national population? (We will not accept a population larger than 150 million without discussion)

18 million citizens, 88 million residents

6. What type of economy operates your nation?

Diverse industrialized economy transitioning into a post-industrial state with a high focus on high-end consumer goods and electronics, as well as computers and technological information systems; complemented by a healthy medical and science research sector supported largely by companies with investments into the country's vast natural gas fields on and offshore.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

The Arcer Republic as it is known is an uncommon state. While it is predicated on a two-tiered system for its citizens and residents, some would expect this to be based on a racial or ethnic basis. However, the culture of the nation simply does not have such qualities in its fabric. Arcer citizens are those who have earned their citizenship through state-approved trades, job,s or faculties which range from doctors and engineers to soldiers, firefighters and law enforcement officials. These citizens are eligible for political office, as well as are granted the privilege of voting in provincial and federal elections. Residents, on the other hand, are not entitled to the privilege to vote above the municipal level. While they may encompass those individuals working in the private sector or as low-level government officials, they have not contributed to the state's infrastructure or security, and are thus deemed, residents. The culture therefore often stems from this two-tiered system.

The people of Arcerion are generally made of the same ethnic makeup, with over 84% identifying as Arcer, and with government subsidies for families of at least two children, that number is expected to remain if not slightly grow thanks to the steady birthrate and low infant mortality. Arcers are generally friendly and outgoing, if not extremely protective of their private lives, and as such state security apparatus operates with checks and balances, but with the understanding that sacrifices must be made for national security. The people are often found outdoors hiking, playing team sports, or otherwise holding barbecues or parties in their backyards, as the Arcer terrace or patio is a critical key part of the familial and neighbourly culture of the people, differing from other nations who might emphasize public parks. This outdoorsy nature leads many Arcers to accrue enough wealth to purchase timeshare condos or cottages in tourist and vacation homes, meaning there is a booming outdoorsman industry within the country. While not a religious people, Arcer citizens and residents alike have a strict moral and ethical set of values that have generally remained unchanged generation after generation. It emphasizes a service to family and the state, regardless of creed or sexuality, ensuring that children are educated and protected as well as provided for, as demonstrated by the robust social security apparatus taking care of the health of both the youth and elderly, without discrimination.

This being said, Arcers are fiercely protective of their way of life. Special Forces and State Secret Police are heavy-handed against those who would seek to change or harm the Arcer way of life, at home or abroad.

8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):

Provided on Discord.

(* NOTE: Parts of the above portion of the application were borrowed with permission from Ossoria and Tyran.)

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.)

University graduate with gainful employment and an interest in fact and research supported fiction writing.

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player?

I'd argue a veteran by now.

b. Are you returning to NS with another account?

Same account for 6+ years now.

c. Do you already know someone in the region?

No.

2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account?

No.

3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they?

No.

b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often?

No.

4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here.

No.

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave?

Nil.

5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[X] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[X] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[ ] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[X] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[X] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT
(Please narrow down to within a century for PT and FT. Also, please be aware that it’s okay if you like to RP fantasy tech elsewhere, but we’re a mostly MT, realist region and when working within our canon and regional RPs, we expect realism in relation to this region.)

Usually FT, classically an FT player.

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs?

Looking to slowly transition to MT.

7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members?

Just here to try and enjoy writing again.

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not?

Already on the Discord.

[Teremara Caretaker]

We've already discussed this on Discord, but officially we thank you for your submission. This application is under consideration.

[Confederacy of Arco]

We've already discussed this on Discord, but officially we thank you for your submission. This application is under consideration.

Puppet created, as promised.

[Teremara Caretaker]

We've already discussed this on Discord, but officially we thank you for your submission. This application is under consideration.

Puppet created, as promised.

By unanimous vote, Arco/Arcerion has been accepted into the region. Welcome aboard!

[Arkyatan]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation?

The Imperial Union of Arkyatan

2. What type of government currently runs your nation?

Supranational autocracy.

3. Your Head of Government:

Regent Sullerr Ghil

4. Your Head of State:

Regent Sullerr Ghil

5. What is your national population? (We will not accept a population larger than 150 million without discussion)

263 million. If this is too much, I understand and will rescind my application.

6. What type of economy operates your nation?

Mixed market economy dominated by large corporations and state owned industries.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

The Imperial Union of Arkyatan (sometimes known as the Arkyatani Alliance) is a supranational state composed of two nations; the K'toca Empire and the Olmerak Union. The unified state serves to combine economic, political and military power into a single centralized synthesis, although both states operate their own internal affairs to a degree.

The Imperial Union is led by a Regent, who is appointed by joint approval from the K'toca High Council and the Olmerak Detapa Council. The Regent wields considerable power, being commander-in-chief of the armed forces and the ultimate executive authority in the state. Internally, both nations manage their own affairs to a degree. The K'toca Empire is officially ruled by an Emperor, though in practice his role is largely ceremonial. True power rests in the Chancellor of the Empire, who is appointed by the K'toca High Council. The dark skinned K'toca live in a society and culture that is highly caste based and shrouded in tradition. At the top of the caste pyramid are the warrior-class, who's social standards are dominated by rituals and an honor-based system. This warrior culture is heavily ingrained within the Empire and heavily emphasized through it's propaganda, even though the majority of the population are simple peasants, workers, and farmers with little interest in warrior rituals beyond only a modicum of respect for them. While officially considered inferior to the warrior-class, a strong merchant class has developed which has given rise to several large corporations. Politically the Empire is not as unified as one would imagine; the central government balanced power against the Great Houses (essentially nobility), large corporate interests, and the military.

The Olmerak Union is the smaller of the two and the less resource rich, though is still heavily industrialized. The Olmerak Union unlike the Empire features a strong, centralized State, which is officially led by the civilian Detapa Council but in practice operates independently of the military, known as Central Command, and the nation's intelligence service, the Obsidian Order. The Detapa Council appoints a Legate, officially the leader of the Union, who manages the Executive branch of government. Unlike their Imperial neighbors Olmerak society is far more utilitarian and lacks ornate displays of cultural significance. Family loyalty, and loyalty to the State, are virtues among Olmerak culture, and as a result the Union is noticeably more authoritarian than the Empire, thanks in no small part to it's pervasive state security and intelligence apparatus. Like the Empire, the Union is heavily militarized, though with less emphasis on the individual warrior and his honor, and more on the machinery and operational aspects of war. The Olmerak people are tanned skin and tall, and are noted for their somewhat xenophobic attitude and disdain for foreigners.



8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):

viewtopic.php?f=5&t=434151&p=34373487&sid=af6a3d41228086950a5496aaf2e763e2#p34373487

viewtopic.php?p=27965174&sid=ec08ddb7e5de49c2f25bc234b270d216#p27965174

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.)

I'm a 20 something year old and currently serving in the United States armed forces.

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player?

I don't know if I can call myself a veteran, but this is my 4th nation and I've been on here for 5 years.

b. Are you returning to NS with another account?

I never left.

c. Do you already know someone in the region?

Yeah, the founder.

2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account?

Nope.

3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they?

Yes, Jedoria, Knichus, Syara, and East Aerick.

b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often?

Honestly I balance them all nowadays, but Syara and Jedoria are my most common.

4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you?

I had disagreements with regional leadership in another region, but that was over two years ago I don't believe there's any particular bad blood as far as I know.

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave?

See above.

5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[ ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[X] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[ ] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[X] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[X] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT

MT.

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs?

Depends.

7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members?

I'll be completely honest here; I'd like a chance to RP a major power. I've RPed with mostly middle tier and second-rate states in most of my time here on NS, and I'd finally like a chance to RP as a more significant state. I have no intentions of power gaming or dominating the discussion, it'd just be nice to be one of the great powers for a change.

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not?

I like the color blue.

[Teremara Caretaker]

After consideration, you have been accepted into the region. Welcome aboard!

[Lacetanya]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation?

The Republic of Lacetanya (República Lacetanya).

2. What type of government currently runs your nation?

Federal directorial republic with a direct democracy component.

3. Your Head of Government:

The Federal Council (Consell Federal):

• Adrià Bosc
• Teresa Salles
• Alba Paret
• Carles Mans
• Neus Oliveras

4. Your Head of State:

Rotates between members of the Federal Council each year.

5. What is your national population? (We will not accept a population larger than 150 million without discussion)

5.367.459

6. What type of economy operates your nation?

Mixed economy: a regulated market open to private enterprises and cooperatives, state ownership of key sectors.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

The Lacetans are descended from Celtic tribes that used to inhabit the territory of ancient Lacetanya, and came under Roman influence and/or rule, which influenced their ethnogenesis. They speak Lacetan (Lacetà).

The country's climate and geography is broadly Mediterranean, although that's gonna be left open to be adapted to its place on the map.

Lacetans practice their historical polytheist beliefs. Missionary activity and attempts at conversion from christians in the past provoked heated resistance, and to this day Lacetan society is marked by hostility towards monotheistic religions (mainly christianity and islam), a trait which particularly figures in far-right politics. Notable minority religions in Lacetanya include Buddhism and other ethnic religions. A plurality of Lacetans identify as irreligious.

Loose historical outline:

• Various Celtic tribes settle in the region (8th - 5th centuries BCE)
• Roman influence/domination (2nd century BCE - ? century CE)
• Post-classical period: Lacetanya emerges as a united entity; conflict with neighbouring christian polities and suppression of missionaries serving as a gluing force. It is an elected monarchy with a strong legislature, the Deputation of Lacetanya (Diputació de Lacetanya). The country is divided into counties (comitats), a system that persists to this day. Due to various economic, social, and geographic factors, feudalism does not take hold in Lacetanya. Instead, the rural population is dominated by free farmers and common ownership of land. (probably 10th? - 17th centuries CE)
  
  • Possibilities here: wars, resistance to crusades, a civil war or two, plagues, popular revolts, the usual medieval package.
• Industrial revolution: emergence of a capitalist system, mechanisation of agriculture, growing trade. Destruction of old equilibrium. Strengthening of nobility at expense of population, affirmation of a bourgeoisie. (19th century CE)
  
  • Possibilities here: a revolution in 1848. Appearance of historical dominant parties, growth of socialism, communism, and trade unions, faced with repression.
• Destruction of monarchy, proclamation of the First Republic. (circa 1905)
• First Republic turns increasingly oligarchic; tactic of limited reforms to appease proletariat does not save it. Appearance and growth of cooperative movement, and a whole leftist milieu.
• First Republic overthrown in coup d'état, replaced by authoritarian conservative regime (circa 1930).
• Authoritarian conservative regime collapses, new coup d'état ignites civil war (1935-1942?). Main factions: right-wing authoritarians, left-wing authoritarians, anarchists and syndicalists, democrats.
• Civil war ends with democratic victory; no attempts at reprisals against war factions take place due to exhaustion and trauma from conflict.
• Second Republic emerges: primarily a two-party system, with leftist parties making up a significant third force. Republic based on combination of Keynesian economics, expansive welfare state, and social control.
• Massive popular protest/strike in 1968 (analogous to May 1968 in France), previous mechanisms of control break down and society liberalises. The two large parties grow increasingly corrupt; leftist and other parties build up strength at local level.
• Social democratic consensus breaks down due to an economic crisis. In the early 1980s, a right-wing government takes office, increasingly under the influence of neoliberalism. Attempts to implement neoliberalism cause strikes, riots, and resistance. Increasing conflict between national and local governments; national government tries to cut local governments' funding and subordinate it in frustration with their resistance to neoliberalism (analogous to Thatcher's war on Labour councils in the 1980s).
• Double hit of second recession and masssive Mani pulite-level investigation and purge of corruption in politics deals the killing blow to the Second Republic in 1989-1990. The 1990 election produces a leftist coalition government, which carries out radical changes: reform of local government, federalisation of the country, pushing for cooperativisation of the economy, implementation of direct democracy.
  
  • Possibilities here: One region of Lacetanya which had been historically christianised and thus was a lot of tension with the rest of Lacetanya elects its independentist party to regional government. Federal government collaborates with regional government to hold an independence referendum, resulting in landslide victory. Federal government accelerates negotiations to give region independence as quickly as possible, which happens in 1992.
• Political and economic realignment takes place along broadly leftist lines. Final piece of the puzzle happens in 2000: abolition of Prime Minister and cabinet model in favour of a directorial republic.

Lacetan politics' centre of gravity has been pushed strongly to the left by historical events — 1968, the revolt against neoliberalism, the collapse of the Second Republic. Currently, it is a federal directorial republic. Popular involvement in policy-making takes place through referendums and other methods of civic engagement/mobilisation, made possible by the growth of the internet and IT. The federal legislature is the Generalitat of Lacetanya: a 200-member citizen legislature whose members are elected through open list proportional representation (using Webster method). The comitats have their own local governments with significant powers/autonomy, in accordance with the principle of subsidiarity. Lacetanya uses a civil law system.

Major parties include:

• Communist Party (Partit Comunista): Left communism.
• Workers' Party (Partit Obrer): Autonomism, self-management.
• The Greens (Els Verds): Green politics, eco-socialism.
• Socialist Party (Partit Socialista): Democratic socialism.
• Cooperative Convergence (Convèrgencia Cooperatiu): Cooperativism, self-management.
• Progressive Party (Partit Progresista): Progressivism, direct democracy.
• Pirate Party (Partit dels Pirates): Pirate politics, direct democracy.
• Liberal Party (Partit Liberal): Social liberalism, pro-welfare state.
• Democratic Party (Partit Demòcrata): Liberal conservatism, progressive conservatism.
• Nationalist Centre (Centre Nacionalista): Civic nationalism, republicanism.
• Patriotic Movement (Moviment Patriòtic): Right-wing populism, anti-monotheism.

...plus other local and ethnic minority interest parties.

8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):

viewtopic.php?f=4&t=441140
viewtopic.php?f=4&t=385500

(* NOTE: Parts of the above portion of the application were borrowed with permission from Ossoria and Tyran.)

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.)

I'm a uni graduate in my late twenties with a degree in international politics who keeps bouncing from work to unemployment, lol.

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player?

I can't say I'm a vet, but I've been around for a while. I started RPing more seriously around 2010-2012 or so.

b. Are you returning to NS with another account?

No, just making a puppet.

c. Do you already know someone in the region?

Yeah, Neu Engollon and Arkyatan.

2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account?

No, I haven't.

3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they?

Yes: Gylias, The Republic of Akashi, and The Kingdom of Erathia.

b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often?

Gylias.

4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here.

I was in the same region as Arkyatan and I didn't get along well with the region leaders. I joined a few other players who decided to found a new region instead.

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave?

I haven't really left a region since the event above. One of my puppets was in one or two regions (can't remember) that simply fizzled out, and I ended up bringing it to the same region as my main.

5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[ ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[X] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[X] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[ ] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[X] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT

Usually MT.

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs?

Yeah, I wouldn't mind.

7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members?

Have fun, possibly make new friends, see what I can do with a concept I had lying around.

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not?

I'm pretty hardcore about my political beliefs but I usually keep those to myself and just use worldbuilding as an outlet for that.

[Teremara Caretaker]

It's unanimous! Lacetanya is accepted into the region. Welcome aboard!

[Nordvyr]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Directorate of Nordvyr

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? A fascist dictatorship, along with a constitutional monarch and a "parliament" with no real power.

3. Your Head of Government: Director Hans Klemens

4. Your Head of State: King Karl XVII

5. What is your national population? 150,000,000

6. What type of economy operates your nation? It is mostly capitalism, but the government controls some industries.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation
A land far to the north and heavily isolated from the world, Nordvyr is ruled by a mostly benevolent fascist dictatorship. The culture of Nordvyr is primarily a combination between Scandinavian and English, with other elements from the rest of Europe and beyond thrown in. Its climate is very frigid, with most of the country being made up of taiga and tundra, with a mountain range in the middle of it.

The main feature of Nordvyr is its enforced isolationism. Foriegn tourists as well as foriegn goods are only allowed one or two points of entry, while citizens of Nordvyr must go through a lengthy application process to travel or immigrate from the country.

Nordvyr's government is a fascist dictatorship controlled by a Director. However, Nordvyr retains its constitutional monarchy from its past, and it has a parliament with free elections, even though it serves more of a symbolic purpose than anything.

Nordvyr has been [insert this region's equivalent of Catholocism here] for most of its lifespan. However, with the fascist rule, paganism and pagan practices have made a comeback. The administration does not have an official religion, although members of most other religions run the risk of being persecuted.

8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):
viewtopic.php?p=35147490#p35147490
viewtopic.php?p=34790115#p34790115
https://www.nationstates.net/nation=nov ... id=1138442
(NOTE: This nation is a puppet of Nova Corina. I haven't posted any RP yet with this nation. See the OOC portion for more of an explanation)

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.) I've been on NationStates on and off ever since 2015, and I'm really into the site and all that it has to offer. I'm in high school, but I often find that I'm not that busy.

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player? Vet player

b. Are you returning to NS with another account? Yes

c. Do you already know someone in the region? No

2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account? No, N/A

3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they? This account is technically a puppet of Nova Corina. I also have Ilian Isles (a puppet for Nova's region), and The Tricolour (My first nation, which I don't use but keep active for memory's sake). I've had many others throughout the years, but none of them are active anymore.

b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often? Nova Corina.

4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here. Not anything too bad (arguing over map placement, ect.), and even that hasn't happened for a while.

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave? I've been in many RP regions. Some I left due to inactivity, some I left because I wanted to change things up, and other just became inactive.

5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[ ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[x ] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[x] Character RPs (somewhat, my main nation's region has really gotten me into it)
[x] Exploration
[ x] Large scale War and conflict (II), (somewhat)
[x ] Factbooks and iiwiki (I love making factbooks. I have tried to dabble in iiwiki, but it's ultimately too much of a hassle.
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT MT

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs? I'm fine with Past Tech, but I've never done anything PMT or later.

7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members? I had an idea for a fascist, northern MT dictatorship for a while. My goals are to be able to interact with a new community and develop this nation, along with have a nation in an MT setting (as opposed to Nova's region, which is currently in Antiquity and will probably not reach MT for a while, if at all). Of course, my main goal is to have fun.

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not? No.

[Capitalizmus]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation?
The Principality of Manduria

2. What type of government currently runs your nation?
Unitary Semi-direct democracy under a parliamentary constitutional monarchy

3. Your Head of Government:
Prime Minister

4. Your Head of State:
Prince/Princess

5. What is your national population? (We will not accept a population larger than 150 million without discussion)
24,918,044

6. What type of economy operates your nation?
Manduria is a highly developed and industrialised free-market economy, with a high standard of living and innovation, as well as excellent infrastructure and a highly talented workforce, highly dependent on international trade and finance. The economy can be described partly as postindustrial but remains an export-based economy with one of the largest maritime sectors in Teremara. It enjoys an open and corruption-free environment, stable prices, and a per capita GDP higher than that of most developed countries. Unemployment is very low.

The Mandurian public sector is relatively medium-to-large in size, making up 26.3% of GDP, wile taxation is at 27% of GDP. Although it cannot be characterised as a social democracy by normal standards, it is not a neoliberal country either. The maxim "moderation is excellence" can correctly characterise Mandurian public policy. Though the Government invests heavily in infrastructure, education, healthcare and, of course, defence and law enforcement, the welfare system is strictly limited in scope and no subsidies are issued. Furthermore, regulations for SMEs and corporations are minimal and the public sector does not tamper with the free market, a policy which has been applied since 1954 (when price ceilings on several goods were withdrawn) and has functioned well since.

Compared to many neoliberal developed nations Manduria imposes a heavier tax regime; for instance, a 25-35% progressive tax rates with 3 brackets and a tax threshold of €20,400 ($17,000) p.a., with several tax cuts if households have 2-4 children.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)
Compared to most Teremaran nations, Manduria has been described by academics as an intermediate country when it comes to the way society is organised, balancing social conservatism and libertarianism, without compromising Mandurian traditions. Although modernity has resulted in a Cosmopolitan, liberal nature of Manduria City, most rural areas are more conservative in nature. Furthermore, since the 1950s the liberalisation of society led to a greater prevalence of women in the workforce in Mandurin. Additionally, Mandurin has a liberal stance on policies such as prostitution and homosexuality.

Manduria is a multicultural society and thus remains open and friendly to immigrants, the crucial prerequisites being their legal entry and that their life not interrupt Mandurian communal practice. Other than that, they are free to pursue life however they see fit, provided their actions correspond to the laws of Manduria. For those who wish to become citizens or nationals (in some circumstances), a more assimilationist stance is adhered to, as these persons are expected to learn Latin, the culture of Manduria and it's political system, and be willing and able to attend military training as soon as they are naturalised. Permanent residents are expected to uphold a basic command of the Latin language.

Mandurian life is described highly individualistic, where every person and family is exclusively responsible for their wellbeing and that the state should not meddle with the individual's affairs. Every person has a chance at life and it's only them who will be able to achieve these objectives, and not the government for them. While this means Mandurians value liberty far more than anything else, this attitude is combined, however, with a strong interest in politics (in particular, direct democracy), an eagerness to serve in the Armed Forces whenever needed and a charitability for other, less fortunate members of society. As such, Mandurians tend to accept a higher tax rate in order to sustain a controllable welfare state, and donate money to legitimate charities.

Mandurians tend to stand out when visiting Mandurin countries. On a positive side, they are seen as friendly, charitable, intelligent, tolerant to others, hard-working, creative and innovative, persistent, introspective, prudent, polite, honest, and, above all, honourable, which means they tend to honour friendships and become attached to them. This also means that they are vindictive and revengeful whenever they are betrayed, and do not hesitate to intervene, verbally or physically, to help persons in need (especially when they are being unjustifiably harmed physically). They are also seen as fiercely patriotic and militaristic, with a love and fierce respect for the Manduria Armed Forces and the personnel who serve in it, but at the same time extremely hostile towards government intrusions on their own civil liberties and demand that law enforcement respect the citizenry's rights. Mandurian women are also revered region-wide for being intelligent, beautiful, athletic and eager to start families, but are also highly demanding (even though they do not see men negatively). Compared to other peoples, Mandurians tend to do their assignments as early as possible, and are punctual, but do have the habit of completing said assignments in the last minute. On the negative side of the spectrum, particularly among others, they are seen as narcissistic, prideful, arrogant, uptight, stubborn, self-centered, and overly sarcastic.

Mandurians are also known for their so-called "seven cultural addictions": Sports, Guns, Vehicles, Watercraft, Tobacco, Teaffee and Alcohol. Mandurians tend to love sports games, and the various championships all have extremely high popularity levels, as do local sports events. Mandurians also have a distinctive gun culture, which revolves around national service, civil rights, self-defence and rationality. Mandurians avoid using guns unless absolutely necessary, and prefer a more subtle approach to resolving situations until lethal force becomes a necessary recourse. Mandurians also adore vehicles, principally cars, motorcycles or fast watercraft, and despite Manduria's advanced public transit system said vehicles are highly desirable. When out with friends, Mandurians are some of Mandurin's largest consumers of Teaffee (namely Tea during the afternoon and evening, Coffee during the morning and forenoon), tobacco products and alcohol (even though binge drinking is frowned upon and usually getting intoxicated is done within reasonable limits, so as to avoid losing control and end up in jail - drink driving is also uncommon).

Politically, their views are generally placed between social conservatism and libertarianism. Mandurians have a meritocratic view on society, it being that only the best persons become highly successful in life and lead the nation in politics. Hence, Mandurians tend to vote for persons who are intelligent, highly-educated and culturally developed, and honourable, and with an excellent service record in the Armed Forces, regardless of background. Religiously, the vast majority of Mandurians is quasi- or fully-religious, as religion is seen as both a source of strength in life and as a moral compass.

The Imperial Roman stereotype "Mandurians are only good at fishing and mercenary work" has some merit, in that Mandurians see the military and fishing as honourable and very important professions. Mandurians are also seen as talented in trade (particularly in the maritime industry), culture, athletics and academia; teachers are seen as the most important profession in the country, be it philologists (Ancient Latin or History teachers, for instance) or mathematicians. Mandurians are also seen as intelligent and calculative entrepreneurs and highly qualified and innovative scientists. Laywers and doctors are also some of the most highly praised and esteemed professions in the country.

8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):
News Post

Diplomatic RP

(* NOTE: Parts of the above portion of the application were borrowed with permission from Ossoria and Tyran.)

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.)
Been active with NS since 2014/15; only started RP in 2016 where I learned the basics in the Independent Order and since then I've grown to like RP; been looking for another region to continue improving my RP skillset and something new to this region and vice versa.

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player?
Vet player

b. Are you returning to NS with another account?
This is simply a different account from my main one

c. Do you already know someone in the region?
Not really

2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account?
Never

3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they?
Statum Ecclesiasticum

b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often?
Statum Ecclesiasticum

4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here.
Nope

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave?
Never left

5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[ ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[x] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[x] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[ ] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[x] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT
(Please narrow down to within a century for PT and FT. Also, please be aware that it’s okay if you like to RP fantasy tech elsewhere, but we’re a mostly MT, realist region and when working within our canon and regional RPs, we expect realism in relation to this region.)
Mostly MT, realist region and when working within the canon and regional RPs, I expect realism in relation to this region

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs?
Sure

7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members?
Simply to contribute to an active RP scenery and have a fun time.

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not?
Nope

[Teremara Caretaker]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation?
The Principality of Manduria

2. What type of government currently runs your nation?
Unitary Semi-direct democracy under a parliamentary constitutional monarchy

3. Your Head of Government:
Prime Minister

4. Your Head of State:
Prince/Princess

5. What is your national population? (We will not accept a population larger than 150 million without discussion)
24,918,044

6. What type of economy operates your nation?
Manduria is a highly developed and industrialised free-market economy, with a high standard of living and innovation, as well as excellent infrastructure and a highly talented workforce, highly dependent on international trade and finance. The economy can be described partly as postindustrial but remains an export-based economy with one of the largest maritime sectors in Teremara. It enjoys an open and corruption-free environment, stable prices, and a per capita GDP higher than that of most developed countries. Unemployment is very low.

The Mandurian public sector is relatively medium-to-large in size, making up 26.3% of GDP, wile taxation is at 27% of GDP. Although it cannot be characterised as a social democracy by normal standards, it is not a neoliberal country either. The maxim "moderation is excellence" can correctly characterise Mandurian public policy. Though the Government invests heavily in infrastructure, education, healthcare and, of course, defence and law enforcement, the welfare system is strictly limited in scope and no subsidies are issued. Furthermore, regulations for SMEs and corporations are minimal and the public sector does not tamper with the free market, a policy which has been applied since 1954 (when price ceilings on several goods were withdrawn) and has functioned well since.

Compared to many neoliberal developed nations Manduria imposes a heavier tax regime; for instance, a 25-35% progressive tax rates with 3 brackets and a tax threshold of €20,400 ($17,000) p.a., with several tax cuts if households have 2-4 children.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)
Compared to most Teremaran nations, Manduria has been described by academics as an intermediate country when it comes to the way society is organised, balancing social conservatism and libertarianism, without compromising Mandurian traditions. Although modernity has resulted in a Cosmopolitan, liberal nature of Manduria City, most rural areas are more conservative in nature. Furthermore, since the 1950s the liberalisation of society led to a greater prevalence of women in the workforce in Mandurin. Additionally, Mandurin has a liberal stance on policies such as prostitution and homosexuality.

Manduria is a multicultural society and thus remains open and friendly to immigrants, the crucial prerequisites being their legal entry and that their life not interrupt Mandurian communal practice. Other than that, they are free to pursue life however they see fit, provided their actions correspond to the laws of Manduria. For those who wish to become citizens or nationals (in some circumstances), a more assimilationist stance is adhered to, as these persons are expected to learn Latin, the culture of Manduria and it's political system, and be willing and able to attend military training as soon as they are naturalised. Permanent residents are expected to uphold a basic command of the Latin language.

Mandurian life is described highly individualistic, where every person and family is exclusively responsible for their wellbeing and that the state should not meddle with the individual's affairs. Every person has a chance at life and it's only them who will be able to achieve these objectives, and not the government for them. While this means Mandurians value liberty far more than anything else, this attitude is combined, however, with a strong interest in politics (in particular, direct democracy), an eagerness to serve in the Armed Forces whenever needed and a charitability for other, less fortunate members of society. As such, Mandurians tend to accept a higher tax rate in order to sustain a controllable welfare state, and donate money to legitimate charities.

Mandurians tend to stand out when visiting Mandurin countries. On a positive side, they are seen as friendly, charitable, intelligent, tolerant to others, hard-working, creative and innovative, persistent, introspective, prudent, polite, honest, and, above all, honourable, which means they tend to honour friendships and become attached to them. This also means that they are vindictive and revengeful whenever they are betrayed, and do not hesitate to intervene, verbally or physically, to help persons in need (especially when they are being unjustifiably harmed physically). They are also seen as fiercely patriotic and militaristic, with a love and fierce respect for the Manduria Armed Forces and the personnel who serve in it, but at the same time extremely hostile towards government intrusions on their own civil liberties and demand that law enforcement respect the citizenry's rights. Mandurian women are also revered region-wide for being intelligent, beautiful, athletic and eager to start families, but are also highly demanding (even though they do not see men negatively). Compared to other peoples, Mandurians tend to do their assignments as early as possible, and are punctual, but do have the habit of completing said assignments in the last minute. On the negative side of the spectrum, particularly among others, they are seen as narcissistic, prideful, arrogant, uptight, stubborn, self-centered, and overly sarcastic.

Mandurians are also known for their so-called "seven cultural addictions": Sports, Guns, Vehicles, Watercraft, Tobacco, Teaffee and Alcohol. Mandurians tend to love sports games, and the various championships all have extremely high popularity levels, as do local sports events. Mandurians also have a distinctive gun culture, which revolves around national service, civil rights, self-defence and rationality. Mandurians avoid using guns unless absolutely necessary, and prefer a more subtle approach to resolving situations until lethal force becomes a necessary recourse. Mandurians also adore vehicles, principally cars, motorcycles or fast watercraft, and despite Manduria's advanced public transit system said vehicles are highly desirable. When out with friends, Mandurians are some of Mandurin's largest consumers of Teaffee (namely Tea during the afternoon and evening, Coffee during the morning and forenoon), tobacco products and alcohol (even though binge drinking is frowned upon and usually getting intoxicated is done within reasonable limits, so as to avoid losing control and end up in jail - drink driving is also uncommon).

Politically, their views are generally placed between social conservatism and libertarianism. Mandurians have a meritocratic view on society, it being that only the best persons become highly successful in life and lead the nation in politics. Hence, Mandurians tend to vote for persons who are intelligent, highly-educated and culturally developed, and honourable, and with an excellent service record in the Armed Forces, regardless of background. Religiously, the vast majority of Mandurians is quasi- or fully-religious, as religion is seen as both a source of strength in life and as a moral compass.

The Imperial Roman stereotype "Mandurians are only good at fishing and mercenary work" has some merit, in that Mandurians see the military and fishing as honourable and very important professions. Mandurians are also seen as talented in trade (particularly in the maritime industry), culture, athletics and academia; teachers are seen as the most important profession in the country, be it philologists (Ancient Latin or History teachers, for instance) or mathematicians. Mandurians are also seen as intelligent and calculative entrepreneurs and highly qualified and innovative scientists. Laywers and doctors are also some of the most highly praised and esteemed professions in the country.

8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):
News Post

Diplomatic RP

(* NOTE: Parts of the above portion of the application were borrowed with permission from Ossoria and Tyran.)

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.)
Been active with NS since 2014/15; only started RP in 2016 where I learned the basics in the Independent Order and since then I've grown to like RP; been looking for another region to continue improving my RP skillset and something new to this region and vice versa.

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player?
Vet player

b. Are you returning to NS with another account?
This is simply a different account from my main one

c. Do you already know someone in the region?
Not really

2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account?
Never

3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they?
Statum Ecclesiasticum

b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often?
Statum Ecclesiasticum

4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here.
Nope

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave?
Never left

5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[ ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[x] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[x] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[ ] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[x] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT
(Please narrow down to within a century for PT and FT. Also, please be aware that it’s okay if you like to RP fantasy tech elsewhere, but we’re a mostly MT, realist region and when working within our canon and regional RPs, we expect realism in relation to this region.)
Mostly MT, realist region and when working within the canon and regional RPs, I expect realism in relation to this region

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs?
Sure

7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members?
Simply to contribute to an active RP scenery and have a fun time.

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not?
Nope

Let the record show (in case you edit your above app post) that you were accepted, considerable time was spent working your nation into our canon and map, two region members started diplomatic RPs with you; and yet you still quit less than a week in because we didn't RP enough for your liking. May other region founders/owners and recruitment committees make note: these are just the facts.

[Isola Maria]

EDIT: Application withdrawn.

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? The Delmontese Enclave of Isola Maria

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? The Doge in Delmonte appoints an administrator.

3. Your Head of Government: Benedetto Di Rivolinni

4. Your Head of State: Benedetto Di Rivolinni

5. What is your national population? (We will not accept a population larger than 150 million without discussion) 1 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? Entrepot economy importing and exporting the goods that the Roman Free States require/produce. Which are "The usual stuff."~Teremara Caretaker 2019

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.) The Delmontese are enclave builders. It's what they do. They're a mercantile, windswept, seafaring people. They believe, broadly, in peace and commerce. They don't approach a nation and say "What can we take from you?", but "Let's do business together." They hail from a broadly Mediterranean climate, they are Roman Catholic, even the atheists. Indeed, oftentimes the Archdiocese of Delmonte itself is firmly in atheist hands. Their Roman Catholicism is mixed with just a little bit of prosperity gospel. Delmontese oligarchs and aristocrats elect a Doge who has more or less unchecked power and rules for life.

8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):

viewtopic.php?p=31733309#p31733309

viewtopic.php?p=27026168#p27026168

(* NOTE: Parts of the above portion of the application were borrowed with permission from Ossoria and Tyran.)

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.)

I like to write, obviously... I prefer cats. I like wine (not unlike the Delmontese). I work in Supply Chain and Logistics management, which is part of what fuels my love of mercantile trade. I have dreams, fears, aspirations, and doubts.

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player? Jeese. I guess a vet.

b. Are you returning to NS with another account? This is different from my main account.

c. Do you already know someone in the region? Not really.

2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account? No.

3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they? Delmonte is my main nation.

b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often? Delmonte

4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here. Not that I can recall.

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave? N/A

5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[ ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[X] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[ ] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[ ] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[ ] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT
(Please narrow down to within a century for PT and FT. Also, please be aware that it’s okay if you like to RP fantasy tech elsewhere, but we’re a mostly MT, realist region and when working within our canon and regional RPs, we expect realism in relation to this region.) MT.

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs? I'm fine with Past Tech.

7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members? I'd like to flesh out the canon of this specific enclave.

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not? This was pretty exhaustive, I think.

[Teremara Caretaker]

EDIT:
We were unable to come to an agreement on key points and Isola Maria withdrew before a decision could be made.

[Apriconia]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation?
Apriconia

2. What type of government currently runs your nation?
Semi-constitutional monarchy.

3. Your Head of Government:
Chairperson Adonis LaCleric

4. Your Head of State:
King Cadmus of House Whitetail (Sixty-one years of age.)

Heir: Prince Chester of House Whitetail (Thirty-Four years of age.)

5. What is your national population?
Twenty-Eight Million.

6. What type of economy operates your nation?

Apriconia’s economy is dominated by the sale of Apricots and all Apriconian products associated with the stone fruit. The sale of Apricots and related goods makes up for most of the nation’s exports although a modest amount of rare ores is exported each year to supplement the national revenue.

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)
Apirconia is a peculiar place. The Apricot’s dominance in the nations economic centers extends to all pillars of society and culture. In the south a minority identity group resides, the “Plum-Cots”, who practice a hybrid cultivation that deviates from the normative practices.

Such issues around hybridity have possibly prevented Apriconia from making the next step towards becoming a developed nation and expanding their frontier markets. The current monarch, King Cadmus, has encouraged modest reforms during his reign, sometimes conflicting with both conservative and liberal camps.

The Monarchy holds all executive power in Apirconia which is a limited constitutional monarchy. The King has the ability to effectively rule with absolute control with decrees and vetoes, as long as those decisions do not violate the constitutional rights of Apriconia Citizens, who are thought of being owed “The Rights of Root Law.” Such a challenge would be launched by a member of the National Assembly and if found sound by three-quarters of the 500 person assembly, the King will be overruled.

Currently the National Assembly is under solid control of the Progressive Party, led by Chairperson Adonis LaCleric. The Root Party makes up the opposition and effectively represents the conservative camp in Apirconia. Other smaller parties in the Assembly are the Purple Union and the Emergent Party.

The National Assembly is chosen by way of universal elections. Citizens cast a “nomination” for any citizen they deem fit for the assembly and the top 450 are sent to the King in which 400 will be given royal assent to sit on his Assembly.

The Church of the Stone is the spiritual body in Apriconia that presides over the production of Apricots and related products. The historical roots of Apricot cultivation go back to the monasteries in the early days of the church and nation. To this day the Church is still a top player in the Apricot market, but numerous private sellers have entered the field over the past fifty years.

The head of the Church, the Arch Renastur, is the theological authority of the institution but not necessarily the executive authority. The Arch Renastur is chosen by the Aquil through a spiritual search that lasts after the death of the Arch Renastur. The Anquil is then chosen by the Arch Renastur upon their death.

Executive and administration tasks fall to the sixteen members of the High Council. The High Council is self appointed, the original members said to be the first followers of The Planter. The High Council’s role is to interpret the theological instructions of the Arch Renastur and put forward specific advisories to the followers of the Church. The Arch Renastur cannot issue his own advisories, but is responsible with the final approval of such advisories.

Although the Church of Stone agrees on most issues with the Root Party, they are not officially affiliated. Instead the Church of Stone maintains a twenty-percent presence within the national assembly with members of the Church’s clergy who are appointed by the High Council.

Apriconia’s dependency on the wholesale of Apricots and related products has prevented its economy from diversifying into a modern economy. Some efforts are on way, like a hydro damn in the far north which would supply much of the country with self-sufficient energy. Likewise, it’s strange and abstract religion and intertwined absolute monarchy provides significant political challenges for a country torn by many social fissures.

8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):
viewtopic.php?f=5&t=460638&p=35403166#p35403166
viewtopic.php?f=5&t=404246&start=150

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.)
I like to play around with weird ideas and apply them to their extremes. I like politics, science fiction and cartoons.

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player?
I never did or accomplished much with NS. But I have been on the site since 2012.

b. Are you returning to NS with another account?
Not really. I’ll create a dedicated nation for Apriconia but Slarvainian will still be my main account.

c. Do you already know someone in the region?
Yes. Skartok/Gragastavia

2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account?
Nope.
3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they?
Yes. Basically just Slarvainian right now.

b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often?
Slarvainian. I don’t really log onto NS much though. Just to post.

4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here.
Messaged on discord.

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave?
I’ll still be in The Natan Region. We just don’t do much. We did come up with a sport recently though so we’ll see where that goes.

5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[ ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[ X ] NS Sports
[ X] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[ X] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[ ] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT
(Please narrow down to within a century for PT and FT. Also, please be aware that it’s okay if you like to RP fantasy tech elsewhere, but we’re a mostly MT, realist region and when working within our canon and regional RPs, we expect realism in relation to this region.)
My tech range is usually from 1900-2030. I do like fantasy and future tech and have used it. But with Apriconia I’m fine sticking to realism.

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs?
Ya

7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members?
Work on writing. Have fun with strange and stupid ideas.

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not?

[Teremara Caretaker]

Accepted. Welcome aboard!

[Taranima]

IC Portion of the Application

1. What is the official name of your nation? (Principatul Taranima) The Principality of Taranima

2. What type of government currently runs your nation? Elective Constitutional Monarchy

3. Your Head of Government: (Primul Ministru) Prime Minister Natalia Alexandru Văduva

4. Your Head of State: (Marele Prinț) Grand Prince Sergiu Silvia d'Elisa

5. What is your national population? (We will not accept a population larger than 150 million without discussion) 32 million

6. What type of economy operates your nation? Rhine Capitalism and Social Democracy

7. Give us a brief description of your nation (culture, society, spirituality, politics, climate, geography, etc.)

A somewhat isolated confederated Principality, Taranima is situated in the mountain vales and along the coast of northwest Madurin. The relative isolation of Taranima from the rest of Madurin allowed it to develop a unique culture. Taraniman family dynamics in particular and reliance on vast extended families in particular are a major cultural bedrock for Taranima society, something developed from the Taranic religion, Sacramo. The Principality is subdivided into several duchies each of which consist of several counties these nobles, in addition to forming the upper house of the legislature are responsible for electing new Princes upon the death of abdication of a Grand Prince. There is also an elected lower house that has, in recent years become increasingly powerful over the gentry in running of the Taraniman state.

8. Please give us some roleplaying links (Please provide at least two individual posts from NS):

Operation Branigan's Law
Ace Combat: Nationstates

(* NOTE: Parts of the above portion of the application were borrowed with permission from Ossoria and Tyran.)

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OOC Portion of the Application

1. Tell us more about yourself, the player behind the nation, to help in the selection process. (Without revealing too much personal information that would jeopardize your security.)

a. Are you new to NS or a vet player? I've been active for over nine years at this point.

b. Are you returning to NS with another account? I am Post War American

c. Do you already know someone in the region? Yes

2. Have you ever applied to Teremara before, and if so, when and with which NS account? Nope

3. a. Do you have multiple accounts (puppets) and what are they? This is a puppet of Post War America

b. Which one is your primary account that you use most often? Post War America

4. a. Is there any drama, OOC conflict or issues that occurred in a previous region that involved you? Please be specific. (If you would like to keep this answer private, please TG the founder and simply write 'Telegrammed' here. Not to my knowledge.

b. If you were in another RP region, why did you decide to leave? I am currently in another RP region. This is a puppet.

5. What is your main favorite writing focus when it comes to roleplay?
[ ] Economics and trade (GE&T)
[ ] Diplomacy
[ ] NS Sports
[X] Character RPs
[ ] Exploration
[ ] Large scale War and conflict (II),
[X] Factbooks and iiwiki
[ ] Other (Please elaborate if other.)

6. a. What tech do you normally RP in? i.e. MT, PMT, FT, PT
I like biopunk and solarpunk PMT and FT, and am willing to flirt with FanT elements. I am also comfortable with MT and 19th and 20th century PT.

b. Are you willing to RP in other techs? I am willing to and have RPed most every tech besides pre-19th century PT, and FFT.

7. What are the goals you would like to accomplish in Teremara and what do you hope to get out of your experience here from us, the current members? I was recruited and am answering the call.

8. Are there any other helpful things you would like to share about yourself, NS related or not? You should know who I am already.

[Teremara Caretaker]

Accepted. Thanks for applying.

[Teremara Caretaker]

We're still looking and adding more nations. We're working on canon and planning RPs in a very flexible manner that can incorporate what everyone wants. If you're at all interested, TG me. We'll see if it can be a good fit.