Kalmach

Over the Gulf, 07:01
This one was good. Daring. Young, most likely. Desperate to live. Weren’t they all?
The dive was magnificent, foolhardy. Tchristan Skjursón, captain of the first wing, decided he would like more of this boy’s kind come the showdown. The boy flew, as they said, by the teeth. Such a scream dive. Skjursón didn’t know the runty little enemy fighters could achieve that.
It seemed almost a waste to slay him.
Wound tight in his flight suit, Skjursón committed his FP1-i steeper still, adjusting the trim, slicing down through the air like a knife at point six of mach. His cockpit was dark save for the winking lights of some instruments, which reflected off the black leather gloves encasing his hands. The stooping Firebird was an obvious mark in his gunsight.
How was it surviving? Pilot skill, or luck? The young had little of the former and, sometimes, barrels of the latter. The dive was testing the enemy plane right to the limits of its airframe. A single degree deeper and the descent would strip the wings away at the cabane or blow out the engine.
Behind his full-head helmet, Skjursón smiled. His face, so seldom seen, was marred by a grizzled tissue of scars.
At three hundred metres, the Firebird pulled out, dragging a long, aching turn up and away to avoid the ragged earth, its prop engine spitting and foundering.
Another surprise. Another admirable display of skill. Or luck.
Skjursón tilted his stick and nudged the engine, pulling out of the dive effortlessly, mocking the laboured struggles of the smaller plane. It had been locked in his sights for two minutes now.
Why hadn't he killed it?
I want to see what you've got, Skjursón thought.
The Firebird veered around a hilltop, letting the cross of its shadow flicker across the sunlit canopy, then tipped its wings hard to steer around another crag. Skjursón kept his FP1 almost level to execute a following path, ripping through the air like a hungry bird of prey. The Firebird was still in his crosshairs.
Suddenly, around the next turn, it disappeared. Skjursón frowned and swung about, assuming the boy had finally misadventured and flown into a hillside. For the first time in nearly three minutes, the gunsight was empty… visual lost...
No, not dead. There he was. The little wretch. He’d somehow flick-rolled the Firebird around the headland and swung back the way he’d come, gunning low on WEP.
Skjursón lifted his black-clad hands off the stick and clapped. Very fine indeed.
A warning note sounded and Skjursón snapped it off with a curse. He was down to reserve now, almost at the critical fuel threshold. That meant he had no more than two minutes left before he had to turn for home. More than that, and he wouldn’t make it to the beachhead aerie.
"Game’s done now," he hissed through chapped lips. He surged the FP1 forward and it went fluidly, responding perfectly, sure as a shark. Reacquire, he thought to himself. He’d made five kills already, another ace day, but this boy would make a nice round six. He’d dallied too long, playing games.
The FP1 chased and sought. The Firebird was pulling wide rolls and staying low, keeping the twisting furrows of the hill line between itself and the hunter.
Skjursón spat the most foul curse he knew. The little bastard was slipping away. By the tips of his fingers. By the teeth. He had allowed too much grace. Now the enemy was mocking him.
He got a partial alignment, then lost it again as the fugitive Firebird banked perilously around a coastal crag. They both passed so close that sand stormed up off the beach in their combined wash.
Another partial. Skjursón fired. Dazzling tracers laddered away from his machine and cut the cold morning air. Miss.
Another turn, another partial, another futile burst. Skjursón throttled up and soared around, swinging his machine out wide on the Firebird's eight. It was running for all it was worth, burning at full power. Skjursón got a true sight at last.
"Goodnight," he muttered, bored of the game now. His thumbs dug at the trigger paddle.
Cannon fire lanced down through the air ahead of him. Skjursón felt a tiny vibration and a glance told him he’d been holed in one wing. Out of the sun, a second Firebird was diving on his tail, its nose lit up with muzzle flash. Just a look told the expert captain that this second craft was piloted by an idiot, a man far less capable than the spirited boy he had been chasing. It was coming over too shallow, wobbling badly, desperately. It had no real target.
But still, it was behind him and gunning madly. The warning sounded again, impatient. He’d reached critical fuel threshold.
He was done here. Enough. Skjursón pulled the stick and powered off almost vertical, pulling out of the chase. The second Firebird went by under him as he climbed, bemused by the sudden exit.
Skjursón climbed into the sunlight, gaining altitude. He banked 180 and aimed his beloved FP1 South. This broiling air war was just getting started. There would be another day.
And another kill.

D'forenede Kalmasiske Fodbold Klubber
Being established in 1378, the organization is a union of the various different football organizations across the Kalmachian country.
Motto:
Vji vjinder, om motstanderne vjille det.
Roster:

Starting eleven Name Position Number State Takner Brichlant CF 10 Hallessekratamia Frimir Udót CF 11 Easthaven Pròtra Schrirna LW 5 Hallessekratamia Tòrben Tjischted RW 9 Norddistaten Òlm Træmand CM 6 Easthaven Tyrc Fezt CM 7 Arnssted Horn Irglat CM 8 Easthaven Farmann Yr CB 2 Henessa Halli Khristus CB 3 Easthaven Proschah Urmaker CB 4 Norddistaten Meikal Schkridt GK 1 Easthaven  


 
Reserve Name Position Number State Græt Frjaskud CF 15 Greater Easthaven Pjoskat Træ'sten LW 12 Greater Easthaven Iont Clúder RW 17 Arnssted Atypischkt Trane CM 19 Norddistaten Jonathan Romme CM 16 Easthaven Villiam Aleksan CM 20 Skaien Frimir Itraped CB 13 Norddistaten Ionno Vatorite CB 14 Campa Simpatica (NK) Prordan Schkridt GK 18 Easthaven  

 
Jerseys, Home and Away:

 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: Yes
Assign my players yellow cards: Yes
Assign my players red cards: Yes (Rarely)
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring:  Yes (But ask)
Godmod other events: Yes (But ask)
 
Style Modifier: +3

D'forenede Kalmasiske Fodbold Klubber
Being established in 1378, the organization is a union of the various different football organizations across the Kalmachian country.
Motto:
Vji vjinder, om motstanderne vjille det.
Roster:

Starting eleven Name Position Number State Takner Brichlant CF 10 Hallessekratamia Frimir Udót CF 11 Easthaven Pròtra Schrirna LW 5 Hallessekratamia Tòrben Tjischted RW 9 Norddistaten Òlm Træmand CM 6 Easthaven Tyrc Fezt CM 7 Arnssted Horn Irglat CM 8 Easthaven Farmann Yr CB 2 Henessa Halli Khristus CB 3 Easthaven Proschah Urmaker CB 4 Norddistaten Meikal Schkridt GK 1 Easthaven  


 
Reserve Name Position Number State Græt Frjaskud CF 15 Greater Easthaven Pjoskat Træ'sten LW 12 Greater Easthaven Iont Clúder RW 17 Arnssted Atypischkt Trane CM 19 Norddistaten Jonathan Romme CM 16 Easthaven Villiam Aleksan CM 20 Skaien Frimir Itraped CB 13 Norddistaten Ionno Vatorite CB 14 Campa Simpatica (NK) Prordan Schkridt GK 18 Easthaven  

 
Jerseys, Home and Away:

 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: Yes
Assign my players yellow cards: Yes
Assign my players red cards: Yes (Rarely)
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring:  Yes (But ask)
Godmod other events: Yes (But ask)
 
Style Modifier: +3

D'forenede Kalmasiske Fodbold Klubber
Being established in 1378, the organization is a union of the various different football organizations across the Kalmachian country.
Motto:
Vji vjinder, om motstanderne vjille det.
Roster:

Starting eleven Name Position Number State Takner Brichlant CF 10 Hallessekratamia Frimir Udót CF 11 Easthaven Pròtra Schrirna LW 5 Hallessekratamia Tòrben Tjischted RW 9 Norddistaten Òlm Træmand CM 6 Easthaven Tyrc Fezt CM 7 Arnssted Horn Irglat CM 8 Easthaven Farmann Yr CB 2 Henessa Halli Khristus CB 3 Easthaven Proschah Urmaker CB 4 Norddistaten Meikal Schkridt GK 1 Easthaven  


 
Reserve Name Position Number State Græt Frjaskud CF 15 Greater Easthaven Pjoskat Træ'sten LW 12 Greater Easthaven Iont Clúder RW 17 Arnssted Atypischkt Trane CM 19 Norddistaten Jonathan Romme CM 16 Easthaven Villiam Aleksan CM 20 Skaien Frimir Itraped CB 13 Norddistaten Ionno Vatorite CB 14 Campa Simpatica (NK) Prordan Schkridt GK 18 Easthaven  

 
Jerseys, Home and Away:

 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: Yes
Assign my players yellow cards: Yes
Assign my players red cards: Yes (Rarely)
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring:  Yes (But ask)
Godmod other events: Yes (But ask)
 
Style Modifier: +3

D'forenede Kalmasiske Fodbold Klubber
Being established in 1378, the organization is a union of the various different football organizations across the Kalmachian country.
Motto:
Vji vjinder, om motstanderne vjille det.
Roster:

Starting eleven Name Position Number State Takner Brichlant CF 10 Hallessekratamia Frimir Udót CF 11 Easthaven Pròtra Schrirna LW 5 Hallessekratamia Tòrben Tjischted RW 9 Norddistaten Òlm Træmand CM 6 Easthaven Tyrc Fezt CM 7 Arnssted Horn Irglat CM 8 Easthaven Farmann Yr CB 2 Henessa Halli Khristus CB 3 Easthaven Proschah Urmaker CB 4 Norddistaten Meikal Schkridt GK 1 Easthaven  


 
Reserve Name Position Number State Græt Frjaskud CF 15 Greater Easthaven Pjoskat Træ'sten LW 12 Greater Easthaven Iont Clúder RW 17 Arnssted Atypischkt Trane CM 19 Norddistaten Jonathan Romme CM 16 Easthaven Villiam Aleksan CM 20 Skaien Frimir Itraped CB 13 Norddistaten Ionno Vatorite CB 14 Campa Simpatica (NK) Prordan Schkridt GK 18 Easthaven  

 
Jerseys, Home and Away:

 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: Yes
Assign my players yellow cards: Yes
Assign my players red cards: Yes (Rarely)
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring:  Yes (But ask)
Godmod other events: Yes (But ask)
 
Style Modifier: +3

D'forenede Kalmasiske Fodbold Klubber
Being established in 1378, the organization is a union of the various different football organizations across the Kalmachian country.
Motto:
Vji vjinder, om motstanderne vjille det.
Roster:

Starting eleven Name Position Number State Takner Brichlant CF 10 Hallessekratamia Frimir Udót CF 11 Easthaven Pròtra Schrirna LW 5 Hallessekratamia Tòrben Tjischted RW 9 Norddistaten Òlm Træmand CM 6 Easthaven Tyrc Fezt CM 7 Arnssted Horn Irglat CM 8 Easthaven Farmann Yr CB 2 Henessa Halli Khristus CB 3 Easthaven Proschah Urmaker CB 4 Norddistaten Meikal Schkridt GK 1 Easthaven  


 
Reserve Name Position Number State Græt Frjaskud CF 15 Greater Easthaven Pjoskat Træ'sten LW 12 Greater Easthaven Iont Clúder RW 17 Arnssted Atypischkt Trane CM 19 Norddistaten Jonathan Romme CM 16 Easthaven Villiam Aleksan CM 20 Skaien Frimir Itraped CB 13 Norddistaten Ionno Vatorite CB 14 Campa Simpatica (NK) Prordan Schkridt GK 18 Easthaven  

 
Jerseys, Home and Away:

 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: Yes
Assign my players yellow cards: Yes
Assign my players red cards: Yes (Rarely)
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring:  Yes (But ask)
Godmod other events: Yes (But ask)
 
Style Modifier: +3

D'forenede Kalmasiske Fodbold Klubber
Being established in 1378, the organization is a union of the various different football organizations across the Kalmachian country.
Motto:
Vji vjinder, om motstanderne vjille det.
Roster:

Starting eleven Name Position Number State Takner Brichlant CF 10 Hallessekratamia Frimir Udót CF 11 Easthaven Pròtra Schrirna LW 5 Hallessekratamia Tòrben Tjischted RW 9 Norddistaten Òlm Træmand CM 6 Easthaven Tyrc Fezt CM 7 Arnssted Horn Irglat CM 8 Easthaven Farmann Yr CB 2 Henessa Halli Khristus CB 3 Easthaven Proschah Urmaker CB 4 Norddistaten Meikal Schkridt GK 1 Easthaven  


 
Reserve Name Position Number State Græt Frjaskud CF 15 Greater Easthaven Pjoskat Træ'sten LW 12 Greater Easthaven Iont Clúder RW 17 Arnssted Atypischkt Trane CM 19 Norddistaten Jonathan Romme CM 16 Easthaven Villiam Aleksan CM 20 Skaien Frimir Itraped CB 13 Norddistaten Ionno Vatorite CB 14 Campa Simpatica (NK) Prordan Schkridt GK 18 Easthaven  

 
Jerseys, Home and Away:

 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: Yes
Assign my players yellow cards: Yes
Assign my players red cards: Yes (Rarely)
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring:  Yes (But ask)
Godmod other events: Yes (But ask)
 
Style Modifier: +3

D'forenede Kalmasiske Fodbold Klubber
Being established in 1378, the organization is a union of the various different football organizations across the Kalmachian country.
Motto:
Vji vjinder, om motstanderne vjille det.
Roster:

Starting eleven Name Position Number State Takner Brichlant CF 10 Hallessekratamia Frimir Udót CF 11 Easthaven Pròtra Schrirna LW 5 Hallessekratamia Tòrben Tjischted RW 9 Norddistaten Òlm Træmand CM 6 Easthaven Tyrc Fezt CM 7 Arnssted Horn Irglat CM 8 Easthaven Farmann Yr CB 2 Henessa Halli Khristus CB 3 Easthaven Proschah Urmaker CB 4 Norddistaten Meikal Schkridt GK 1 Easthaven  


 
Reserve Name Position Number State Græt Frjaskud CF 15 Greater Easthaven Pjoskat Træ'sten LW 12 Greater Easthaven Iont Clúder RW 17 Arnssted Atypischkt Trane CM 19 Norddistaten Jonathan Romme CM 16 Easthaven Villiam Aleksan CM 20 Skaien Frimir Itraped CB 13 Norddistaten Ionno Vatorite CB 14 Campa Simpatica (NK) Prordan Schkridt GK 18 Easthaven  

 
Jerseys, Home and Away:

 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: Yes
Assign my players yellow cards: Yes
Assign my players red cards: Yes (Rarely)
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring:  Yes (But ask)
Godmod other events: Yes (But ask)
 
Style Modifier: +3

D'forenede Kalmasiske Fodbold Klubber
Being established in 1378, the organization is a union of the various different football organizations across the Kalmachian country.
Motto:
Vji vjinder, om motstanderne vjille det.
Roster:

Starting eleven Name Position Number State Takner Brichlant CF 10 Hallessekratamia Frimir Udót CF 11 Easthaven Pròtra Schrirna LW 5 Hallessekratamia Tòrben Tjischted RW 9 Norddistaten Òlm Træmand CM 6 Easthaven Tyrc Fezt CM 7 Arnssted Horn Irglat CM 8 Easthaven Farmann Yr CB 2 Henessa Halli Khristus CB 3 Easthaven Proschah Urmaker CB 4 Norddistaten Meikal Schkridt GK 1 Easthaven  


 
Reserve Name Position Number State Græt Frjaskud CF 15 Greater Easthaven Pjoskat Træ'sten LW 12 Greater Easthaven Iont Clúder RW 17 Arnssted Atypischkt Trane CM 19 Norddistaten Jonathan Romme CM 16 Easthaven Villiam Aleksan CM 20 Skaien Frimir Itraped CB 13 Norddistaten Ionno Vatorite CB 14 Campa Simpatica (NK) Prordan Schkridt GK 18 Easthaven  

 
Jerseys, Home and Away:

 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: Yes
Assign my players yellow cards: Yes
Assign my players red cards: Yes (Rarely)
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring:  Yes (But ask)
Godmod other events: Yes (But ask)
 
Style Modifier: +3

D'forenede Kalmasiske Fodbold Klubber
Being established in 1378, the organization is a union of the various different football organizations across the Kalmachian country.
Motto:
Vji vjinder, om motstanderne vjille det.
Roster:

Starting eleven Name Position Number State Takner Brichlant CF 10 Hallessekratamia Frimir Udót CF 11 Easthaven Pròtra Schrirna LW 5 Hallessekratamia Tòrben Tjischted RW 9 Norddistaten Òlm Træmand CM 6 Easthaven Tyrc Fezt CM 7 Arnssted Horn Irglat CM 8 Easthaven Farmann Yr CB 2 Henessa Halli Khristus CB 3 Easthaven Proschah Urmaker CB 4 Norddistaten Meikal Schkridt GK 1 Easthaven  


 
Reserve Name Position Number State Græt Frjaskud CF 15 Greater Easthaven Pjoskat Træ'sten LW 12 Greater Easthaven Iont Clúder RW 17 Arnssted Atypischkt Trane CM 19 Norddistaten Jonathan Romme CM 16 Easthaven Villiam Aleksan CM 20 Skaien Frimir Itraped CB 13 Norddistaten Ionno Vatorite CB 14 Campa Simpatica (NK) Prordan Schkridt GK 18 Easthaven  

 
Jerseys, Home and Away:

 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: Yes
Assign my players yellow cards: Yes
Assign my players red cards: Yes (Rarely)
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring:  Yes (But ask)
Godmod other events: Yes (But ask)
 
Style Modifier: +3

D'forenede Kalmasiske Fodbold Klubber
Being established in 1378, the organization is a union of the various different football organizations across the Kalmachian country.
Motto:
Vji vjinder, om motstanderne vjille det.
Roster:

Starting eleven Name Position Number State Takner Brichlant CF 10 Hallessekratamia Frimir Udót CF 11 Easthaven Pròtra Schrirna LW 5 Hallessekratamia Tòrben Tjischted RW 9 Norddistaten Òlm Træmand CM 6 Easthaven Tyrc Fezt CM 7 Arnssted Horn Irglat CM 8 Easthaven Farmann Yr CB 2 Henessa Halli Khristus CB 3 Easthaven Proschah Urmaker CB 4 Norddistaten Meikal Schkridt GK 1 Easthaven  


 
Reserve Name Position Number State Græt Frjaskud CF 15 Greater Easthaven Pjoskat Træ'sten LW 12 Greater Easthaven Iont Clúder RW 17 Arnssted Atypischkt Trane CM 19 Norddistaten Jonathan Romme CM 16 Easthaven Villiam Aleksan CM 20 Skaien Frimir Itraped CB 13 Norddistaten Ionno Vatorite CB 14 Campa Simpatica (NK) Prordan Schkridt GK 18 Easthaven  

 
Jerseys, Home and Away:

 
RP Permissions:
Injure my players: Yes
Assign my players yellow cards: Yes
Assign my players red cards: Yes (Rarely)
Godmod injuries: no
Godmod scoring:  Yes (But ask)
Godmod other events: Yes (But ask)
 
Style Modifier: +3

Kalmach joins the party!

Resident nation: Reifo Toma
Discord name: 0icyhockey0
Map nation name: Apaima
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A nation that exists on a string of islands, the people strive on equality with one another, happy people, happy people who are happy to serve their government.
 
 
 
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3-Letter Code: APA                                  2-Letter Code: AP
Capital City: Pasitona 
Government Type: Socialist Democracy
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Resident nation: Adzerat
Discord name: .commm/Grandma
Map nation name: Adzerat
A couple sentences about your nation: (original content, not NationStates stats)
Adzerat is a mid-sized nation with over 5 million people inside her borders. With an impressionable military force consisting of 6th Gen Fighters, Modern Manned Battle Tanks, Modern SAM and more. While the nation prides itself in its defense, it also focuses on schooling, welfare, and general life inside of the nation.
 
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Capital City: Calend
Government Type: Democracy
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The population density of my nation is:  Below average / Average / Above average
The GDP per capita of my nation is:  Below average / Average / Above average
 
My nation has an extensive social safety net, or provides multiple programs like universal healthcare, welfare, and free tuition for its citizens
My nation has made a commitment to security, and maintains a moderately sized modern armed forces within our means. 

Introduction
The Prince-Bishopric of Garahun is a zealous state proud of its great navy. The people follow the Iusmarite faith, and are led by a prince-bishop, elected by the Council of Illegon upon the previous Bishops death. The bishop holds almost complete control over the country but may be deposed by the Council of Illegon if it so pleases. Recently, however, laws making the calling together of the council difficult have been passed. Garahun has a population of almost 12.000.000 people, and the population is heavily militarized. The navy is led by the Synod of Udôn, who often holds sway over the prince-bishop. Garahun has naval bases around Udôn, and on the islands in the Salt Sea.

Following fact book updates will be:
- The South Hallessekratamian Civil War
- The Iusmarite Faith
- The Garahunnic Navy
- Ethnic Conmposition
- The Founding of Garahun
- The Council of Illegon
- Garahunnic War of Religion
- Garahunnic Participation in the Great Nur War
- Garahunnic Participation in the Second Kalmachian Civil War
(not necessarily in order)

The South Hallessekratamian War
After the Great Nuran War and the second Kalmachian Civil War in 1345-1347, tensions between Garahun and Kalmach were at an all-time high. During the civil war, the Anti-Imperialist government reluctantly ceded the provinces of South Hallessekratamia, Brahair, and Western Krymóst to Garahun. This was because of the Garahunnic threat of an all-out invasion of Hallassekratamia during the second civil war.
The prince-bishop oppressed the local Kratans of his newly acquired lands, but political resistance persisted. On the 6th of October 1419, the prince-bishop ordered the murder of several political figures and Kratan resistance members who had gathered in Anschenhof, which ended the organised resistance in South Hallessekratamia and Brahair. The 6th of October 1399 became known as the Red Night of Anschenhof. 
The remaining resistance fighters called for Kalmachian aid. 
Culminating factors of political murder by Garahun, the public support to reconquer their lost lands, and the suppression of their fellow brethren, caused the Kalmachian government to secretly plan a direct invasion of the country, with the aims of liberating the former Kalmachian territories of West Krymóst, and the entire states of South Hallessekratamia, and Brahair. The original plan had been to slowly increase resistance in the area, with hopes of setting up a puppet state that would later vote for re-unification, but with such a golden opportunity, the oligarchs pressured the president into using the assassinations as an excuse citing “blatant racial genocide, and discriminatory suppression of human rights”.
On the morning of the 20th of April 1420, the Kalmachian government gave a long statement on international state television that they would be entering Garahun for the purpose of liberating the Kalmachian majority in their former territories mentioned above.
In late April 1420, Kalmachian forces bombed the border of Garahun before entering South Hallessakratamia. The border guards of Garahun stood no chance and were completely overrun by the ground troops of the Kalmachian army. The Garahunnic navy was already mobilised and sailed to the strait of Brachiberg, where they pushed back the Kalmachian ships. 
The Kalmachian land army conquered South Hallessekratamia within half a year, with minor resistance in the region being the deciding factor. The mostly Kratan, and by extension, Kalmash peoples of Southern Hallessekratamia received the Kalmachian army gracefully in Anschenhof. The Kalmachians of Anschenhof made it a holiday within the city, known as “Frihetschthagh” in Kalmash, or “Freedom-day” in common. 
However, as the Kalmachians pushed slightly into majority Garahunnic territory, resistance slowly increased. It was for the Kalmachian army imperative that they captured the key city of Ilragon, as it was a supply area key to holding on to the long front line of guerilla warfare that the Kalmachians saw themselves in.
After conquering West Krymóst in November of 1420, the Kalmachians met heavy resistance at Udôn; a city split by the Marahor River. They conquered the west side, home to poor residents of primarily Kratan ethnicity. However, the Garahunnians destroyed the bridges on the river, and a stalemate ensued in the city. Garahunnic ships patrolled the river and forced the Kalmachians to dig in.
After a stand-still between the start of 1421 and late 1422, Kalmachian tanks rolled into the small city Ilragon, where the now battle-hardened Garahunnic forces had entrenched themselves and prepared anti-tank weaponry. After a two-day struggle leading to 15000 Kalmach and 7000 Garahunnic casualties, the Kalmachians took the city. The Garahunnians moved back to a second stronger line of defense. 
Since this, another stalemate has persisted. 
Kalmachian plans for the next stage of the war are primarily focused on occupying the rest of the Kratan and Oodwanese territories. As there’s still an area the size of Osto in the south that has yet to be liberated.
The Garahunnian navy is planning an invasion of the Kalmachian island of Osto, but reconsiderations of the idea are popping up, as the island is heavily garrisoned.

List of Prince-Bishops

1036-1062      Tarneman I. Rônaion ‘The Holy’

1062-1100      Mirkohas I. Hamanen ‘The Great’

1100-1112      Ôlfar I. Iskanadeus

1112-1151      Tarneman II. Bonefadolon

1151-1187      Ôlfar II. Dominaron

1187-1188      Areolus I. Thirrassonos ‘The Weak’

1188-1203      Edoacer Armaniacus

1203-1251         Ôlfar III. Sellarion ‘The Heretic’

-        Interregnum -

1254-1311      Mirkohas II. Theobaldicus

1311-1321      Kaspar Theobaldicus

1321-1344      Igor Theobaldicus

1344-1392      Artanar Nellaspordo 

1392-             Areolus II. Theobaldicus


 
Upon election, the prince-bishop chooses a new first name. The chosen names are shown above.

The Council of Illegon

The council of Illegon was established in late 1036, when the city of Illegon was founded by Iusmarites fleeing from the religious genocide in Kalmach. These Iusmarite believers would go on to form the prince-bishopric of Garahun. The goal of the council was originally to decide how the people of the new nation of Garahun were to be ruled. Traditionally, they had lived on the island of Nordo and followed a strict codex of laws inscribed on three stone pillars (said to be the word of The Great Ius of the sea, their one god), but when they fled the island, they failed to bring the pillars with them.

The council, consisting of the 34 foremost religious-political leaders of the Iusmarites, declared that Garahun would be ruled by an elected prince-bishop, whose responsibility it would be to uphold the dominion of the great Ius in the country and act as his representative. The Council of Illegon would help the country (as a separate concept from the prince-bishop) in upholding and remembering the laws once written on the three holy pillars. They had the power to elect a new prince-bishop, even before the previous one died. (Although this would be very rare). All new laws were passed by the prince-bishop, who always remembered that he could be toppled if he did not follow the guidance or wishes of the council. All Garahunnic laws passed were claimed to have been written on the three pillars or were interpretations of well-known passages. During and after the reign of prince-bishop Mirkohas II. Theobaldicus, the lawmakers began inventing their own passages, which had no basis in the holy pillars of law.

The council of Illegon has 34 members. All members participate in the election of a new prince-bishop. 5 members (The Amarikoyôn) may call upon the council at any time if a majority of them agrees to do so. 16 of the members (The Dikares) are part of the holy court of Illegon, the highest religious court in Garahun, that can request changes to the laws put forth by the prince-bishop if they suspect they do not follow the word of the Great Ius of the sea. 14 members (The Yunaioron) have the power to initiate the election of a new prince-bishop. 1 member is the great elector (The Anahar-Ius), and may veto the election results of The Yunaioron, as well as being the overseer of the other councils. The Anahar-Ius must be celibate and over the age of 65 but is arguably the most powerful man in Garahun. Women are not allowed in the Council of Illegon, but often serve the military Council of Udôn (will be explained later).


 
Garahunnic War of Religion

Between 1251 and 1254 Garahun went through a civil war. In 1251, the prince-bishop Ôlfar III. Sellarion declared himself to be the equal of the Great Ius of the sea, and that he was to be honoured as a second God – one of the overworld. This was the culmination of a long-standing debate within the Iusmarite faith, circulating around whether the prince-bishop was a vassal or spiritual equal to the Great Ius. (Traditionally being seen as the monotheistic god of the sea.)
Two factions emerged: ‘The Proselytisers’ under Ôlfar III, and ‘The Puritannics’ under Igor Theobaldicus, an influential member of the Synod of Udôn (Not to be confused with the later prince-bishop of the same name.)
After Ôlfar III Sellarion’s claim to godship, the Synod of Udôn (The holy synod in charge of Garahun’s navy) called for the elective council of Illegon to vote the prince-bishop out of power. But two decades of bribing, as well as sparse genuine support for Ôlfar III, led to almost every member in the council refusing. The Synod of Udôn declared Ôlfar III a heretic and announced their spiritual independence from him until the dominion of the great Ius of the sea had been re-established. In response, Ôlfar III called upon the Garahunnic army to pacify the synod of Udôn. In the beginning phases of the war, ‘The Proselytisers’ under Ôlfar III would have control over most of the land army, while ‘The Puritannics’ under Igor Theobaldicus would have control of the navy. Many citizens pledged their support to ‘The Puritannics’ because of their religious beliefs. They established guerrilla fighting groups, primarily in the south of Garahun.


Throughout the war, ‘The Proselytisers’ slowly lost control of the country. Arsium, the traditional capital of the country, fell in early 1254 and was burned to the ground. Ôlfar III was forced to flee to Illegon, where he met with the council he had bribed to his side by the end of the war. The Council of Illegon had during the siege of Arsium debated whether further support of Ôlfar III was in their interest, a majority of the council had argued that they no longer had the authority to overthrow him, because they had agreed to inaugurate him as a second god, not just a prince-bishop. But after Illegon was surrounded by Puritanic forces, the Anahar-Ius declared that the Council of Illegon no longer supported Ôlfar III. The Council met in the town square of Illegon and declared the end of Ôlfar III’s reign, and Ôlfar’s soldiers instantly betrayed him. The army and civilians of Illegon handed him over to the Puritannics. After the war, Igor Theobaldicus was elected as the new prince-bishop, and took the name Mirkohas. He did seek to destroy the Council of Illegon, as they had joined him near the end of the war. Because of the destruction of Arsium, Illegon became the new capital of Garahun.

even though they claimed it did. The public in Garahun does not generally know what was inscribed on the stone pillars, which have been lost to time

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.

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

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.

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.


 

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.

Article 9
Kalmachian International Relations (And a bit of history)
             
Official factbook directly from the Goverment of Kalmach
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Fauthur - 9.1
Being a former member of the Empire, and having recently changed in favor of a more democratic and modern government, Fauthur has good relations with Kalmach. However, these have soured after the invasion of Garahun.
Sekiya - 9.2
For a long time, Sekiya disliked Kalmach for preventing their expansion conquest in southern Nur in the Great Nuran War. However, their relationship has recently improved after volunteers from Sekiya arrived on the Garahunnic front to fight for Kalmach. It may seem like indirect support for the Kalmachian cause.
Ostronia - 9.3
A former colony, Ostronia is still quite under the thumb of Kalmach. Kalmach, having both a military presence and an ethnic minority in the country, is essentially controlling Ostronian affairs behind the scenes. Therefore, relations are very strong between the countries. Ostronia also lets Kalmachian planes and ships refuel and repair in their ports, even with the military base located in Tristhavn.
Norton Mast - 9.4
A former part of the empire, however, relations are unclear as we've yet to figure out exactly how much the Noton-Mastian peoples liked the Kalmachian presence in the country.
Ionia - 9.5
Being a very resistant colony, the only reason that these two countries still hold some sort of positive relationship is because of the defense and support that Kalmach provided during the Great Nuran war.
Giovanniland - 9.6
Giovanni relations with Kalmach have been unstable ever since the violet slaughter of 1049, however, relations have bettered since the civil war of 1345. The government's chance away from the imperial faction helped relations for the better since the new, more liberal government is focused on bettering relations and trade with all nations of Esforos.
Garahun - 9.7
Garahunnic relations with Kalmach have been rough throughout history. The main reason for the tension is the issue of their borders. Both claim lands that the other claim, so peace was never an option. The ethnic groups of the area of their border is seen below.

As a result of these tensions, multiple wars have been fought. However the most notable events are the following
The South Hallessekratamian war (1420-present) The demand for South Hallessekratamia (1345) Let us start with the demand for South Hallessekratamia. This was an event that happened because of a rash decision made by the Garahunnic government. They decided to take advantage of the second Kalmachian civil war and demanded a large territory from them in the southeast of their country. They threatened an all-out invasion if this demand was not met. As the Anti-Imperialist government did not want to fight a war on two fronts, they decided to hand over the territory, although reluctantly.
This landgrab by Garahun eventually made way for the South Hallessekratamian war. This was a war where Kalmach cited intentions of anti-opression and liberation. As of 1423, the front looks like this:

Originally, Kalmach's plan was to set up a puppet-state in the area by funding resistance groups in the area, however this failed after Garahun executed multiple resistance leaders of the area. 

Refer to this post to get more info on this event.
Campa Simpatica - 9.8