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World Cup of Football III Please do not post in this thread if you are not a participant. Also, no OOC posts, please. Welcome to the World Cup of Football III! This is an international association football/soccer tournament. If you are a participant, you can post about your nation's football/soccer team (logo, players, kits, and other related information). You can also post about your team's preparations for this event! Another essential thing to include in your roster post is the "role play permissions." If you want to role-play while making sure that the other RPer(s) won't do inevitable things you don't want to happen to your team, you can post these below outlining what the other RPers can or cannot do, for example: RP permissions: If my opponent RPs first, they may... Injure my players: yes/no Assign my players yellow cards: yes/no Assign my players red cards: yes/no Godmod injuries: yes/no Godmod scoring: yes/no Godmod other events: yes/no The last three permissions, godmodding, is the role-playing of unrealistic or unbelievable things happening. So, if you want a more realistic experience for your team (and what we hopefully want in the games for the tournament), you can ask other RPers not to godmod in your matches. You can also add, leave, or remove any role permissions you want. It's your team, so we will let you dictate how your team plays (as long as it is realistic). Also, you can include what we call a "style modifier." This is a number between -5 and +5, indicating whether you are a defensive (leaning to negative numbers) or an offensive (leaning to positive numbers) team. If you don't put one, you'll automatically get a neutral modifier (0.00), which is fine. There will be three (3) attributes that will determine the skill of a team for the scorinator (xkoranate): base skill, RP post bonuses, and roster bonus. 30% of the base skill and 70% of the total of the RP post bonuses and roster bonus will be the basis for the skill attribute of a team in the scorinator. The base skill will be from the latest Football Rankings managed by the Federal Republic of the United Adaikes. NPCs will have their base skill halved in the scorinator during the whole duration of the tournament. As this is a sports RP event, all RPs made by a participant will be given a bonus. However, we believe in "Quality over quantity". It does not mean that a participant with the most number of RP posts in the tournament will have the highest RP bonus. It should be known that multiple posts of a participant before a specific matchday will only be credited to that incoming matchday alone, except for posts about the team roster, as it is also a different RP bonus attribute. For RP posts, the highest score that a participant can receive in a specific matchday is 1 point, with the lowest score being 0.1, based on the quality of the current best RP for that matchday, as determined by the OOC host. On succeeding matchdays, the RP bonus received from the previous matchdays will be accumulated to the total RP post bonus. The roster bonus is about your team (as mentioned above, the logo, players, kits, and any other related information). Participants posting only the starting XI of their team will only receive 0.5 points. Posting 27 or more players will receive 1 point. Anything between 12-26 will have 0.70 points. The roster bonus will be doubled if a participant submits comprehensive team information (with team logo and kit(s) at the minimum, receiving at least a 1.2x multiplier for the bonus). With this, may I request that the post regarding your roster is posted first and that your RP for the first matchday be separate. If you have any questions, you can always ask me in Discord. You can DM me or drop your question in #wcf3 of the RP server. You can also ask me in the OOC thread. Note: Reserving posts are only for the IC host (Ryxtylopia) and OOC host (United Adaikes).

Group Stage Draw Pots Group Stage Draw Group Stage Mechanics Twenty-four (24) participating nations will be divided into four (4) groups with six (6) nations each. Nations will play with all nations found in their group. A win is given three (3) points, a draw is given one (1) point, and a loss is given zero (0) points. Four (4) nations with the most points in their group will progress in the knockout rounds. When points are tied, goal difference, goals scored, and matchup results between the tied teams are checked to break the tie. Results are given at 9 PM ET, with a cut-off for role play at 8 PM ET two days after. Match Day 1: November 17* Match Day 2: November 19 Match Day 3: November 21 Match Day 4: November 25 (extended cut-off due to Thanksgiving)* Match Day 5: November 28 (delayed) Round of 16: December 1* (moved further) Quarterfinals: December 3 Semi-Finals: December 5 Ranking Matches and Final: December 7* (dates with asterisks, including the Group Draw, shall have a Match Recap show and will be done live in TWP RP Discord Stage) Schedule of Games (Teams on the left are the home teams)

The Football World Cup in Ryxtylopia For the first time in the history of this tournament the Football World Cup will happen in a country in Aura: The Ryxtylopian Federation! or just Ryxtylopia for short. Ryxtylopia's Location Ryxtylopia lies in the northern hemisphere of the world, home to around 22 million people, and its a country with both temperate and semi-arid climates, holding the northernmost point of mainland Aura, Ryxtylopia also being a very diverse country, in terms of culture, cuisine, ethnicities and of course sports! Ryxtylopia also has a professional football league which while not renowned at the global stage is a pretty competitive league able to produce lots of talent, and there is a culture around football in Ryxtylopia. Which is why the Rytylopian Football Federation (RFF) as well as the government, and several sponsors is proud to present the third edition of the FWC in this country, aiming to be the best edition so far. General advice and tourist information: When visiting Ryxtylopia there are bits and chunks of information that will be useful for tourists to know, regarding locations, stadiums, and culture around football or just culture in general. First off, when arriving in Ryxtylopia you can expect the weather to be slightly warm, but not hot, parts of the country are Semi-Arid as Ryxtylopia is located right at the end of the Auran desert, but the country in general doesn’t have too extreme temperatures. When it comes to football culture in Ryxtylopia, things that can be expected from fans is extreme dedication, and partying, an atmosphere not shared by a lot of countries, while violence between fans has been observed, considering this is an INTERNATIONAL tournament, you can expect Ryxtylopia fans to unite for once and cheer and sing together, not to mention the flavors fans from different countries might bring to the tournament. Outside of football culture can be vibrant, many neighborhoods in the cities that have venues that could host the tournament will be vibrantly decorated, artwork painted on the sides of buildings and roads, when it comes to food visitors can expect Parviallaidas, large gatherings of people cooking foods in the open, oftenly in the streets using grills, and sharing the food; when it comes to food people may expect: Meat, mainly chicken and beef, many types of grains, greens spread throughout, and of course: beans. In the drinks department there are many options, for those wondering, the legal drinking age in Ryxtylopia is 18, and its not uncommon beer to be served at games, most stadiums allowing it, as well as beer there is an abundance of sodas, water is also an option however its important to know TAP WATER IS NOT SAFE to drink in Ryxtylopia, and might result in diarrhea, therefore its advised to buy bottled water instead, as well as this a popular and traditional local drink present in many parts of the country is the Aquixata, a mix of grans, water and occasionally milk, boiled and then served, these drinks have been part of ryxtylopian meals for centuries and continue to be wildly popular and served. In case of an emergency, whilst throughout the duration of the tournament an in or near the venues there will be supervision, for any emergency outside of these please call the number +2 58 179, this will place the caller in a line were they can report the emergency and call for help. When it comes to interactions with locals, Ryxtylopian for some may be a bit hard to understand as its unrelated with basically all the languages around Ryxtylopia, however for the world cup manuals on local customs and communication techniques will be published and its almost guaranteed that locals will welcome tourists for the event. (Note: please avoid any talk about football teams, specifically Bixas and Priava, unless you want to cause a brawl.) Stuff to know about Ryxtylopia: CULTURE: Ryxtylopian culture is diverse, and to some degree there isn’t much of a concept about it, its more of a definition to describe several different aspects from different cultures both modern and extinct that define modern day Ryxtylopians. SPORTS: When it comes to sports Ryxtylopia (usually) doesn’t disappoint, one of its key advantages being its low median age and high birth rates being a rapidly developing nation, this also leads to a lot of young talent being produced, as well as this considering the poverty level in Ryxtylopia is a bit high, this leads to creativity amongst people that don’t have the necessary resources to prosper, when these people break into the national and international stage they can shine as really good athletes. In Ryxtylopia Football (/Soccer) is THE most popular sport, followed closely by Baseball and in third place Rugby which has seen an increase in popularity in the last 30 years, but focusing on football and more specifically the culture around football Ryxtylopian fans can be some of the most passionate about the sport (ocationally perhaps a bit too much for their own good), Club rivalries go deep, but this creates a unique atmosphere in the sport which will be further enriched by fans from all over the world attending to the World Cup. Ryxtylopian Fans can be some of the most loud, outspoken, vibrant and in some cases out-right crazy fans, the stadiums that will be used for the tournament have a wide history, some being legendary and others starting to make a name for themselves. Stadiums: Istadio Franco Rivalda (81,500) The largest stadium in Ryxtylopia and home to the National team, as well as the largest Football Club in Ryxtylopia by Titles; Club Atletico Rio Priava, Its located in Ryxenia and has the largest capacity of any stadium in Ryxylopia, its also known as “Il colozo” (The Colossus) it was originally built in 1334, but throught its history it has seen several expansions and reworks, the latest being in 1419. This Stadium will host the Final Match, the inaugural match, round of 16 matches, quarter final matches and semi-final matches. HISTORY: 1334. The stadium is built, Rio Priava moves into the stadium. (original capacity of 76,500) 1340. Rio Priava wins their first title at home. 1357. The Stadium is remodeled adding a running track. 1365. A brawl happens in the stadium during a match between Bixas and Rio Priava, tragically killing 4. 1371. The old external structure of the stadium is demolished, and its rebuilt, increasing the capacity to 80,000 spectators. 1381. The running track is removed, increasing the capacity to its modern-ish capacity of 81,500. 1386. The biggest incident in the stadium happens when fans of Priava attack fans of Atletico Libre during a game, this would result in a stampede that lead to 8 deaths and over 20 injuries. 1387. New emergency exits are placed in the stadium. 1401. New screens are installed in the stadium, and the floodlights replaced. 1404. Rio Priava’s relegation causes fans to set fire to the stadium, causing intermediate damage. 1419. The stadium goes through its latest remodeling. Istadio Gral. Tavara Dipartí (67,745) Located in Vynitiná, this is the second largest stadium in Ryxtylopia, and another possible place to host the Final (tho most likely the final would be hosted in the Franco Rivalda), it is located near the city’s metro tracks, making it accessible by public transit, the stadium is also starting to show its age, with it being built in 1351, but certain parts being neglected, and the last renovation happening in 1401, its home to several clubs mainly; Diportivo Unido di Vynitiná. This Stadium will host some group stage matches, round of 16 matches, quarter final matches and semi-final matches. HISTORY: 1351. The stadium is built, Club Quixes as its original tennants. 1367. The stadium becomes partially flooded during a severe storm. 1373. Diportivo Unido di Vynitiná move into the stadium. 1388. the original floodlights are replaced after rusting, the structure is also given extensive maintenance. 1397. A tragic incident happens when during a match between Vynitiná and Ystiandes part of the stadium’s seating area collapses injuring several people and killing 5, the stadium is closed for 2 years while extensive renovations are taken out. 1301. The stadium's latest renovation is taken out. 1302. Vynitiná suffer their largest defeat in this stadium with a marker of 8-1 to Atletico Libre. Istadio Arvaldi N. Guivarra (55,645) Located in Ryxenia and home of Diportiva Bixas, the second largest club in Ryxtylopia and fierce rival of Rio Priava, the fan of Bixas call it: “La Sopira” (The soup bowl) mainly cause at the time of its original construction it looked like a soup bowl and the name stuck, its latest renovation was in 1311 and the stadium is in a good state despite not being the most modern or largest. This Stadium will host round of 16 matches, quarter final matches and the 3rd place match. HISTORY: 1347. The stadium is built, Bixas moves into the structure the same year. (Original Capacity: 47,000) 1356. In a memorable night, Bixas defeat Rio Priava 5-0 scoring 3 goals within 9 minutes of eachother in the 55th 57th and 64th minute, marking their largest victory against their rival to date. 1367. The stadium is expanded with its new capacity being 50,000 spectators. 1389. The stadium is taken by protesters during the lead-up to the end of the Ryxtylopian dictatorship. 1394. During an intense match, Bixas fans start a riot, in a match that the team barely won against Diportiva Pinilaca, saving Bixas from Relegation. 1300. The stadium’s capacity is increased to its modern day capacity. 1304. Fans take over the pitch and hold a massive party in the stadium after Rio Priava’s Relegation. 1311. The latest renovation to the stadium is done. Istadio Lybirtad (48,895) Home to the third largest football club in Ryxtylopia: Club Atletico Libre, the Istadio Lybirtad, also known as “Il Rojo” (The Red One) is a stadium that was recently totally rebuilt, originally built in 1367, most of the old stadium was torn down in 1412, and a new structure was built making it one of the most modern stadiums in Ryxtylopia. This Stadium will host group stage matches, round of 16 matches and quarter final matches. HISTORY: 1367. The stadium’s original structure is built, Atletico Libre move in. (Original Capacity of 30,000) 1376. Libre have their largest victory at home, 7-0 against Diportiva Tsalapaní. 1382. The stadium goes through major renovations, and its name is officially changed to Istadio Lybirtad. 1394. Libre loses a game at home and is relegated, fans would invade the pitch and attack players, causing a riot and forcing police to use pepper spray, during the riot the stadium received damage, with the original goal posts being torn off, and the scoreboard being destroyed. 1399. A brawl happens in the stadium, injuring over 50 people becoming the worst incident to happen in the stadium since the relegation riot. 1407. In a viral article the stadium is ranked as one of the most uncomfortable in Ryxtylopia. 1409. Libre suffers their worst defeat at home a 4-0 against Bixas, causing another brawl that injured 26. 1412. The old stadium is torn down, with only the pitch left, in its place the new structure is erected. Istadio Ciudad Tsalapaní (46,150) This stadium is located in the city of the same name and its home to: Diportiva Tsalapaní, it was originally built in 1370, its most recent renovation happening in 1410, its known as “Il Rondó” (The Round One), some of the seating is located in odd places, but the stadium while not being the most modern is still a really decent stadium overall. This Stadium will host group stage matches and round of 16 matches. HISTORY: 1370. The stadium is built and Tsalapaní move in. 1381. Tsalpaní briefly moves stadiums, but after public backlash they move back to Ciudad Tsalapaní. 1394. The stadium is briefly used for a boxing event in Ryxtylopia, where it broke its record attendance. 1397. During a flood that severely hit the city, the stadium is used as temporary refuge and storage for people affected. 1398. Stadium is renovated, with new screens, better lighting and other facilities. 1404. During a high intensity game between Tsalapaní and Mytapixas, Tsalapaní fans invade the pitch and attack Mytapixas fans, forcing police to interviene and cancel the game as a brawl starts between fans of both teams. 1410. Most recent stadium renovation. Parque Vittoria (37,350) Its located in Mytapixas, and home of the Club located in the same city, being one of the most recent stadiums as the old stadium of FC Mytapixas was demolished in 1415 after part of the stadium collapsed, instead FC Mytapixas moved to this stadium built in 1405, it has been criticized for not having the capacity to hold all of Mytapixa’s fans, which is why the club is planning on constructing a new stadium, however the stadium is still modern-ish. This Stadium will host group stage matches and round of 16 matches. HISTORY: 1405. Stadium is built as a multi-porpuse stadium with Chacas Rugby Club being its first occupants. 1407. The stadium is temporarily used as a set in a movie. 1409. The stadium is rated as one of the most comfortable in Ryxtylopia in a viral review. 1415. Myxtapixas FC moves into the stadium. 1417. Mytapixas win their first title in 24 years at the stadium. 1421. Latest renovation of the stadium. Istadio Rio Bianco (34,150) Rio Bianco is a stadium built in 1356, and recently renovated in 1414, its home to: Diportiva Pinilaca, located in the city of Pinilaca, who has occupied the stadium since its construction, despite many fans wishing for a larger complex to be built, its commonly referred to as: “Caja Bianca” (The white box), for looking Box-y-ish and Pinilaca’s colors being mostly white. This Stadium will host group stage matches and round of 16 matches. HISTORY: 1356. The stadium is built. 1360. The land around the stadium is purchased for the parking lot. 1367. The roof of the stadium is built. 1375. Pinilaca have their greatest victory at the stadium a 4-1 win against Bixas. 1381. Tragically a false alarm happens when a presumed gunshot is heard in the stadium causing a stampede that killed 2, and injured around 36 people. 1395. A brawl injures 30 people during a high intensity game. 1404. Pinilaca win the Ryxtylopian supercup (an event only held every 5 years. 1414. The latest renovation to the stadium. Istadio Carrasoco (32,750) Its located next to the Carrasoco river in the city of Saltavachá, it was built in 1361, and its home the: Univirsidad di Saxatí, a team from the University of Saxatí, the oldest club in the state, while it has seen better days the stadium isn’t horribly outdated, with its last renovation happening in 1407. This Stadium will host group stage matches and round of 16 matches. HISTORY: 1361. The stadium is built. The U. of Saxatí moves in. 1366. The stadium reaches its record attendance with over 37,000 people as the U. of Saxatí wins their first ever title in Liga A 1374. The stadium is used for the final of the University games, with Saxatí winning the title at home that year, against the U. of Vynitiná. 1384. The stadium is once again used for the final of the University games, this time Saxatí didn’t reach the final. 1391. The stadium hosts the Saxatí cultural tournament, during a wave of cultural revival in Saxatí, 1400. The Saxatí new year festival is held partly in the stadium. 1407. The stadium has its latest renovations. Istadio Raquivas (31,500) Home of Club Raquivas and located in the city of Tsala’aipa it was built in 1381, the stadium has been renovated in 1410 and its a relatively “basic” per say stadium, but it still gets its job done, with a decent capacity and a large parking space where shops are usually set up. This stadium will only host group stage matches. HISTORY: 1381. The stadium is built. Club Raquivas moves into the complex. (With an original capacity of 25,100) 1386. Construction of the two seating areas at the end of the stadium begins. (would finish February 1387) 1395. Fans invade and damage the stadium after Raquivas is relegated. 1400. The Tsala’aipa games (a regional competiton) are inagurated at the stadium. 1403. The stadium is renovated, the lighting is replaced. 1410. The stadium has its latest renovation. Istadio Zapriaca (25,500) A modern-ish stadium built (originally) in 1374 and rebuilt in 1404 home of the Ystiandes di Ryxtylopia, its located in the city of Tsiltañí and since its construction its only had minor renovations with nothing major taking place, it was rated as one of the best stadiums in Ryxtylopia, in 1410 and while its no longer a top stadium its still a really decent sporting complex. This stadium will only host group stage matches. HISTORY: 1374. The original structure is built. Ystiandes move into the complex. (Original capacity of 20,000) 1388. Ystiandes and the U. of Ryxenia have a memorable game in the stadium, where it breaks it record attendance until then with over 27,000 people in total cramming into the stadium. Eventually Ystiandes would win the game 3-4 in extra time, causing a brawl betweens fans of both sides and forcing police to forcefully empty the stadium injuring around 75 people. 1397. In another memorable night, Ystiandes beat Bixas in the Final of Liga A 3-1, this would result in damage to the stadium as fans started to dismantle seats and the net from the goalposts to take as souvenirs from the night. 1401. Ystiandes is relegated, causing a near riot, when fans invaded the pitch, took apart the goalposts, the seats and damaged other parts of the stadium, after this incident the stadium is closed, and soon enough the city of Tsiltañí approves a plan to completely rebuild the complex. 1404. The stadium is rebuilt and re-opened. (With its present day capacity.) 1410. Ystiandes win their first title in Liga A since relegation at the stadium. Istadio Trivixas-Lipadí (24,000) A stadium divided between the cities of Trivixas and Lipadí, the municipal border running right through the middle of the stadium located near Ryxenia, this stadium is home to two teams that hate eachother, but have to share a home, it was ranked as one of the most dangerous stadiums in Ryxtylopia due to the frequent brawls and fights. This stadium will only host group stage matches. HISTORY: 1355. The stadium is built, Trivixas FC move into the complex. 1367. Trivixas after a victory at home, get promoted to Liga A for the first and so far only time in their history, they would stay in Liga A for 36 years. 1377. Lipadí FC (at the time a promising Liga A - Regianal, club, (basically the third division in Ryxtylopia football Below B-Natxianal and A-Natxianal)) moves into the stadium to share it with Trivixas. 1387. The stadium would have a fire, suffering minor damage. 1403. Trivixas is Relegated to Liga B, causing a brawl that injured 31. 1405. A brawl during a game between Trivixas and Lipadí (at this time Lipadí got promoted to Liga B ) results in 16 injuries, forcing the suspention of the game. 1410. Another big brawl occurs in the stadium between Trivixas and Lipadí fans, injuring 28. 1415. The stadium is rated as one of the most dangerous in Ryxtylopia in a viral Review. Diportyvo di Ryxenia (22,500) An old stadium from 1350 it hasn’t seen any major renovations since its construction, just maintenance jobs, and its home of the University of Ryxenia since 1408, after their old stadium in their campus suffered a partial collapse, and the reconstruction was halted in 1414. This stadium will only host group stage matches. HISTORY: 1350. The stadium is built, its original tenants being Socidad Diportiva Miullez. 1371. After relegation to Liga B-Reginal, Miullez would enter into severe financial troubles forcing them to part ways with the stadium. 1379. After being used by several minor clubs the stadium would be used as open air storage by a construction company until 1404. 1408. After maintenance the stadium is reopened with the U. of Ryxenia moving in, as their old stadium, the Istadio Univrystario suffered a partial collapse and had to close. 1411. The U. win a high intensity game, after which fans invaded the pitch and cheered for the players who saved the club from relegation, a memorable moment for the U. of Ryxenia. STADIUM LOCATIONS: The Games Each group will have 3 stadiums and the stadiums used for each match will be the following: Group A Istadio Franco Rivalda Istadio Ciudad Tsalapaní Istadio Zapriaca Group B Istadio Gral. Tavara Dipartí Istadio Rio Bianco Istadio Raquivas Group C Istadio Arvaldí N. Guivarra Istadio Carrasoco Istadio Trivixas-Lipadi Group D Istadio Lybirtad Parque Vittoria Diportyvo di Ryxenia Round of 16: 1º Match - Istadio Franco Rivalda 2º Match - Istadio Gral. Tavara Dipartí 3º Match - Istadio Rio Bianco 4º Match - Parque Vittoria 5º Match - Istadio Ciudad Tsalapaní 6º Match - Istadio Lybirtad 7º Match - Istadio Arvaldí N. Guivarra 8º Match - Istadio Carrasco Quarter Finals: 1º Match - Istadio Franco Rivalda 2º Match - Istadio Gral. Tavara Dipartí 3º Match - Istadio Arvaldí N. Guivarra 4º Match - Istadio Lybirtad Semi Finals: 1º Match - Istadio Franco Rivalda 2º Match - Istadio Gral. Tavara Dipartí Third Place Match: Istadio Gral. Tavara Dipartí The Final: Istadio Franco Rivalda

Here is a screenshot of an article on the first peace-negotiations between Garahun and Kalmach in the South Hallessekratamian War. The article is also linked to this post Peace Negotiations in the South Hallessekratamian War.docx

Above is a map of Garahun's regions. The city of Udôn was until the Kalmach invasion under direct control and direct taxation of the Synod of Udôn, and adhered to slightly different interpretations of the laws of the Ius. Most importantly, the city was not affected by the reforms of Artanar Nellaspordo during 1344-1392. The region of Brahair only consists of the westernmost half of an ancient region under Kalmachian influence with the same name. The islands in the Salt Sea west of Garahun are under the direct administration of the Council of Illegon, but are taxed and administrated separately from the region of Haldôr. Religious minorities exisist on these islands.

Iusmarism The Iusmarite faith is a religious belief system that originated on the ancient island of Nordo, in Kalmach. Today it is almost exclusively present in Garahun, which was settled by Iusmarites fleeing the religious genocide in Kalmach around 1000. It centres around the worship of the great Ius, the deity of the sea and the underworld, who is believed to have a significant influence over natural forces of the world. Iusmarites believe that Ius holds ultimate power and control over all aspects of existence. They view Ius as both a benevolent and a wrathful deity, capable of bringing blessings and protection but also capable of unleashing chaos and destruction. The followers of Iusmarism believe that by aligning themselves with the will of Ius and adhering to the teachings of the faith, they can attain favour, guidance, and salvation. This they do by following the appointed vassals of the Ius, being the priesthood. Central to the Iusmarite faith is the belief in the existence of three pillars: the Pillar of Obedience, the Pillar of Knowledge, and the Pillar of Service. They were three stone pillars inscribed with the laws and teachings of the great Ius located on the island of Nordo. However, the pillars were lost during the Violetist genocide. These pillars represent the core principles that govern the relationship between humans and Ius. 1. The Pillar of Obedience emphasizes the importance of following the divine will of the Ius. It emphasizes obedience to the religious laws, rituals, and practices that are believed to bring individuals closer to Ius and secure their place in the afterlife. 2. The Pillar of Knowledge emphasizes the acquisition of spiritual knowledge and wisdom. Iusmarites believe in the power of understanding and interpreting the sacred texts and teachings of Ius. They believe that through studying and contemplating these teachings, individuals can deepen their connection with the Ius and gain insights into the mysteries of life. 3. The Pillar of Service emphasizes the importance of serving the Ius and his priesthood (his vassals on the overworld). Iusmarites believe in acts of compassion, charity, and justice as a means of manifesting the Ius' teachings in the world. Service to others, particularly to one’s superiors, is seen as a way to honour the Ius and fulfil one's spiritual obligations. The Iusmarite faith is often practiced through communal gatherings in places of worship known as Iusmarite temples or shrines, as well as in daily life by obeying the priesthood. These gatherings involve prayers, rituals, and ceremonies conducted by religious leaders known as Olarchioi (Bishops). Iusmarite religious law provides guidance and instruction for worship and moral conduct. The religious law is formulated by the prince-bishop, his advisors and the Dikares (the holy court). With the exclusion of the reign of Anahar Nellaspordo and during the War of Religion, the laws of Garahun were made in accordance with what could be remembered from The Three Pillars. Since after the end of The Garahunnic War of Religion, the interpretation and practices of the Iusmarite faith may vary among different communities within Garahun. The need for a god of the overworld, that unlike the great Ius is visible in everyday life has spread among Iusmarites. Also, the original writings on the three pillars have been largely forgotten, delegitimizing the religious laws of Garahun. Overall, the Iusmarite faith is a complex and deeply rooted religious system that shapes the spiritual and cultural identity of the people of Garahun. It provides a framework for understanding the mysteries of existence, cultivating personal piety, and seeking harmony with the divine forces of the world. Below is a tiny section of the Pillar of Obedience. The Three pillars were covered with thousands of such segments, being laws and teachings of the Great Ius.

The reign of Areolus II. Theobaldicus Introduction: The reign of Areolus II Theobaldicus marked a significant turning point in Garahun's history, characterized by a return of the traditional power structures of the prince-bishopric. This short essay will examine the key events and policies that shaped Areolus II's reign and their impact on the nation. Areolus ruled as prince-bishop from 1399 until the present day. Ascension to Power and the Assassination of Artanar Nellaspordo: Areolus II Theobaldicus came into power through a tragic event – the assassination of his predecessor, Artanar Nellaspordo. In 1392, the conservative nobility, led by the great elector Hamas Theobaldicus, plotted to remove Artanar, fearing the collapse of the rule of the great Ius because of Artanar’s religious reforms. They staged an assassination attempt during a council gathering, ultimately resulting in Artanar's death. Hamas Theobaldicus, seizing the opportunity, declared himself the candidate for the new prince-bishop and was subsequently elected with the new name of Areolus II Theobaldicus. The Red Night of Anschenhof (1399): One of the notable events during Areolus II's reign was the Red Night of Anschenhof in 1399. Seeking to quash political resistance and opposition, Areolus II ordered the murder of several political figures and Kratan resistance members who had gathered in Anschenhof. He also wanted to show he was a powerful political figure, who one would be foolish to oppose. He hoped to demonstrate to the heretical movements in Garahun that their fight was needless, and expected them to back down after seeing what Areolus was capable of in South Hallessekratamia. During the rule of Artanar Nellaspordo, negotiations with the resistance movement had been ongoing, and they had been allowed to coexist with the Garahunnic authority in the region. This brutal act effectively silenced the organized resistance in South Hallessekratamia and Brahair, solidifying Areolus II's grip on power. However, the remaining resistance fighters took up arms and called for Kalmachian aid. They would wait for 20 years for a Kalmachian intervention. Regressive Policies: Areolus II Theobaldicus implemented a series of regressive reforms during his reign, undoing many of the progressive policies of his predecessor, Artanar Nellaspordo. He rolled back the social and educational reforms, including the Ecumenical Education Initiative, which provided equal access to education for all children. Furthermore, he undermined the Iusmarite institutional reforms introduced by Artanar, reestablishing the dominance of the noble families in the Council of Illegon and Synod of Udôn. These regressive reforms stifled social progress and reinforced the existing power structures. However, because of the newly emerged interpretations of Iusmarism, the regressive policies of Areolus mostly brought instability, even though they pleased the nobles of Garahun. The South Hallessekratamian War: A significant event during Areolus II's reign was the South Hallessekratamian War, which erupted following tensions between Garahun and Kalmach. The war was fuelled by Garahun's oppressive rule over the provinces of South Hallessekratamia, Brahair, and Western Krymóst, which had been acquired during previous conflicts. Kalmachian forces, seeking to liberate these territories, launched a direct invasion in 1420. The war witnessed initial Kalmachian successes, such as the swift conquest of South Hallessekratamia, but subsequent resistance from Garahunnic forces led to a stalemate, which crippled many aspects of Garahunnic society. Conclusion: The reign of Areolus II Theobaldicus was a period of significant political turmoil and regression in Garahun's history. His ascension to power through the assassination of Artanar Nellaspordo and the subsequent Red Night of Anschenhof solidified his rule, but at a great cost to political and civil stability, as well as social progress. The regressive reforms implemented during his reign rolled back the advancements made by his predecessor and entrenched the power of the noble families. The South Hallessekratamian War, sparked by Garahun's oppressive rule, further highlighted the tumultuous nature of Areolus II's reign. The reign of Areolus was a harsh response to a previous progressive movement, which intended to reestablish order. Even though the religious power structure was reestablished, the nation became very unstable.

Because of the war, several new interpretations of Iusmarism sprung up. Many sects began looking for another god of the overworld, as it had become a common belief that The Great Ius had an equal. Also the reign of Artanar Nellaspordo would show that different interpretations of the Three Pillars began to appear.

As mentioned in the list of prince-bishops, Artanar Nellaspordo ruled from 1344-1392. I have edited the original post.

The Reign of Artanar Nellaspordo; The Eisgarth Canal and the Arsium Reforms Artanar Nellaspordo was born into the noble family of Nellaspordo, who long had ruled the lands around Arsium. Growing up he developed a deep sense of empathy and a genuine concern for the well-being of Garahun's citizens. Raised with a strong moral compass, he was inspired by the teachings of compassion and justice found in the historical narratives of benevolent leaders, such as Tarneman II. Bonefadolon. He was elected as prince-bishop in 1344 by a slim majority in the Council of Illegon, after having served as a bishop in Arsium for a decade, and ruled until 1392. Arsium Reforms: Artanar Nellaspordo's reign as prince-bishop was characterized by a series of transformative social reforms that aimed to uplift the lives of the people of Garahun. He implemented concrete measures to address poverty, inequality, and societal injustices, such as: 1. The Ecumenical Education Initiative: Recognizing the transformative power of education, Artanar Nellaspordo initiated widespread reforms in the education sector. He tasked the churches across Garahun to ensure that every child, regardless of their social status or background was educated from age 7 to 12. The schooling initiative also indirectly led to the end of child labour in the countryside, as the children had to go to schools six days a week. Scholarships and grants were provided to support deserving students, allowing them to pursue higher education in the universities of Udôn, Illegon or Arsium and contribute to the intellectual, religious, and cultural development of Garahun. 2. Healthcare Reforms of 1361: In his pursuit of social welfare, Artanar Nellaspordo prioritized the well-being of his citizens. He established healthcare facilities, including hospitals, clinics, and dispensaries, in both urban centres and rural areas. The creation of local healthcare facilities was rushed, however, and Garahun suffered from a lack of doctors. This led to many of the reforms being pulled back throughout 1365. 3. Iusmarite Institutional reforms: Artanar Nellaspordo ordered a public debate in Illegon in 1364, where he remarked himself as a completely unique prince-bishop; he challenged the writings of the three pillars. Representatives of Artanar caused a great uproar, when they presented two conflicting holy proclamations of the three pillars: “Some are born to rule on behalf of I, the great Ius. Most are born to serve me and my higher subjects.” “The worship of I, the great Ius, is collective, and each must serve me in accordance with my teachings” Artanar argued that the ones born to rule behalf of the great Ius were not directly the powerful families who held religious and political authority in Garahun, but the ruling bodies themselves. Even though the ruling bodies (The Council of Illegon and The Synod of Udôn, for instance) only consisted of powerful nobles, he thought that the existing laws ensuring the accension to power of specific high-ranking individuals were unjust, because they didn’t correlate with the words of the great Ius. Many disagreed with Artanar’s point of view, but nonetheless he made it possible for everyone to become a member of the Council of Illegon and Synod of Udôn, if they had the necessary education. A few young talents, who had been given scholarships under The Ecumenical Education Initiative, where adopted into the Synod of Udôn, but the Council of Illegon remained completely controlled by the old nobles, as The Dikares (holy court of Illegon) blocked the entry of common people into the council. The great elector (The Anahar-Ius) of the council, Hamas Theobaldicus, became very enraged with Artanar after the reforms were implemented. The people, however, celebrated Artanar greatly after the initial shock of progressivism ended. The Eisgarth Canal: Artanar Nellaspordo's most iconic achievement was the construction of the Eisgarth Canal, an engineering marvel that transformed Garahun’s transportation and economic landscape. Artanar Nellaspordo envisioned the canal as a safe trave way around the dangerous Salt Sea, which would facilitate trade, and spur economic growth through trade with Ostronia and other nations in Western Nur. The construction of the canal, which was overseen by the Synod of Udôn, led to the following: 1. Economic Stimulus: The construction of the Eisgarth Canal created employment opportunities for countless individuals, stimulating economic activity and uplifting local communities. The canal served as a vital trade route, connecting Garahun's major cities with Western Nur and enabling the efficient transportation of goods. This led to an expansion of commerce, increased market accessibility, and the growth of industries along the canal's path. 2. Regional Integration: The Eisgarth Canal fostered regional integration by commercially linking previously isolated south of Garahun with the north. The influx of Garahunnic trade vessels facilitated cultural exchange, allowing people from diverse backgrounds to interact and share ideas. Moreover, it promoted the exchange of goods, knowledge, and innovations, further fuelling Garahun's progress as a centre of intellectual and economic activity. Assassination of Artanar Nellaspordo Artanar had with the construction of the Eisgarth Canal, and his many reforms become extremely popular with the Garahunnic population. However, the conservative nobility was enraged that they had lost privileges, and pockets of cultural resistance to the reforms did exist in Garahun’s major cities. The Council of Illegon feared that the tensions could lead to another civil war. But they also feared that removing Artanar could lead to a mob rebellion and a collapse of the rule of the great Ius, which was their holy duty to uphold. Therefore, the great elector and the council of Illegon prepared the assassination of Artanar in the winter of 1392. The elector, Hamas Theobaldicus, declared a special gathering of the council. They had staged a murder scene, where a group of religious conservatists seemed to have slipped past the guards. They shot Artanar while he was speaking to the council of Illegon and flew the scene. The Council did nothing, as his blood spilled on their holy alter. Only when it was revealed that Artanar had survived the assassination attempt, did Hamas Theobaldicus rush up to the alter, where he personally strangled his prince-bishop to death in front of the council. He rose and challenged anyone to depose him as great elector. No one did. Immediately after, Hamas declared himself as the candidate as the new prince-bishop and was shortly after elected as Areolus II. Theobaldicus. He was later granted the nickname ‘The great Zealot’ by the nobility (who did not know of his involvement in the murder of Artanar), because he would draw back almost al the reforms implemented during the reign of Artanar Nellaspordo. Legacy and Enduring Impact: Artanar Nellaspordo's benevolent education and religious reforms and the construction of the Eisgarth Canal left an indelible legacy on Garahun's history. His vision for religious equality, as well as his commitment to transformative infrastructure, continue to shape the nation's identity and development. He was the first prince-bishop ever to take into account the will of the people, and for that he was loved. Although he was assassinated and replaced by Areolus II. Theobaldicus, who turned back most of his reforms and started the South Hallessekratamian War, Artanar Nellaspordo is still a revered figure in Garahun today. Some cultist Iusmarites even worship him on par with the great Ius, in a heresy resembling that of Ôlfar III.