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region=[[Final Fantasy]] |
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region=[[Nova]] |
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motto=Society in Nature |
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motto=Omnia Omnibus Ubique |
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map=[http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff76/Kevets13/wae-1.png] |
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language=Mephrasian |
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language=French, English |
 
capital=Euphova |
 
capital=Euphova |
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population=Approximately 1.63 billion |
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largest_city=Techno Trade City |
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population=Approximately 1.9 billion |
 
currency=phran |
 
currency=phran |
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leader=Prince Sebastion V
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leader=HRH Mei Mian
 
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== Introduction ==
 
== Introduction ==
  
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The Floating Principality of Mephras is a nation based on a floating continent approximately the size of Russia. It strives to serve its citizens and its environment. The economy is fairly strong, however the citizens are always placed before economic gain. Mephras has had a long history with much conflict, however recently the various groups have come together to form a peace loving and laid back nation.
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The Empire of Mephras is a nation based on a continent. It strives to serve its citizens and its environment. The economy is fairly strong, however the citizens are always placed before economic gain. Mephras has had a long history with much conflict, however recently the various groups have come together to form a peace loving and laid back nation.
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== History ==
 
== History ==
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The history of Mephras begins around the year 1413AD, when the first human inventors began to reach for the skies. The first man to reach the continent, was Cidrus I, who happened upon the continent while experimenting with hot air ballons. He soon brought news back to his countrymen of this floating paradise. While most mocked him,a small group of 200 settlers agreed to follow him to the continent. He and his group founded the first settlement, Euphova, which is now the capital. The people elected him as the Prince of this new land, which they christened  Mephras.
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Cidrus I ruled with strength and intelligence, and by his death in 1457, the nation had a stable food supply and a population of 2000 people. As his air, he chose his middle son, Seymour, who became Seymour I. Seymour focused on development and also explored the entirety of the continent, finding various natural wonders. He also found scattered tribes of humans and other sentients who had found their way to the continent. With great foresight, he peacefully traded with these peoples and developed ties. He also supported immigration of certain people from lower earth. He reigned for 40 years, dying in 1497. Upon death, the country had over 1000000 people.  
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== Geography and Climate ==
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Mephras resides on a section of a great continent with it's total land area approximately that of India. The nation is densely populated, and over 90% of people live in the cities. Since all cities are constructed in a dense fashion, there is still a considerable amount of land dedicated to farming and natural landscapes. Many of the locals refer to the nation as the wave or the fin, as it has that appearance from space The northern portion of the nation is generally flat, along with most of the coastline. The central region is more hilly, however still fairly flat, while the southerly regions are much more mountainous, although the mountains aren't extremely high.  
  
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Unfortunately, his son Seymour II went down in history as an ineffective and decadent ruler. He gained the throne at 16, and spent highly on court luxuries, ignoring the principality. He was known for his various concubines, both male and female and excessive parties. Many in the country demanded change, and eventually deposed the prince, placing his cousin Sebastion on the throne in the year 1508.  
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The climate is generally continental in the central region, and tropical in the northern regions, while it can get quite cold in the mountains of the southern regions. Rainfall is high across the nation, allowing farm production to be high. Tropical forest exists in the north, while temperate forests and grassland dominate the rest of the nation.  
  
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Under Sebastion I, Mephras entered what could be considered its first Golden Age. Sebastion set a path of technological and economic development throughout the realm. He encouraged immigration and also supported input from his subjects. Every week he would spend an entire day listening to the problems throughout the realm. Although his greatest accomplishment was the Act of Union with the Nekomimi tribes. While relations had always been peaceful, the cat people and the humans decided to unite as one with the marriage of Sebastion I and a Neko princess. They ruled for 30 more years, until the prince died, soon followed by the princess. The population of the country neared 12million at their death, and the people had advanced to a stage never before seen.
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'''Important Cities'''
  
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His son, Sebastion II took the throne in 1558
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The most important city in the nation is the capital, Euphova. Built with an emphasis on beauty, and in the center of the nation, this city houses most of the important government offices, and has a metropolitan population of about 23 million. It is also the cultural hub, with various opera houses, theatre companies, museums, and zoos. It has been called the "Jewel of Mephras", and the "City in the Garden."
  
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== Geography and Climate ==
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Techno Trade City is the center of the import export business in the nation. Built on an island off the coast, the city is built largely with futuristic architecture, and a liberal use of neon, giving it the name, the "City of Neon." It houses about 30 million Mephrasians, and approximately 5 million peoples of various other nationalities. It also houses the largest port in the nation, through which over 30% of imports and exports are handled.  
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Mephras has a largely continental climate with a Mediterranean climate on the northern end and a slightly colder climate near the south. A large portion of the country is held within a nature preserve. This has given rise to Mephras being known as one of the most environmentally beautiful nations.  
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Bliss is the center of the northern resort region. It is an attraction in its own right, with beautiful natural beauty and Mediterranean architecture. It houses various rental villas and hotels which are often full of visitors. Its white sand beaches and clear blue waters draw millions every year. Also known for its legendary nightlife and dining. It is also a transport hub for the various smaller islands on which many of the richer classes take their vacation. Known as "The Happiest Place on Earth" and "The Fountain City." While only 4 million people inhabit the metropolitan area, the vacationers swell the size to almost 35 million at peak season.
  
 
== Economy ==
 
== Economy ==
  
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Much effort has been made to improve the economy in recent years. As a more pro development stance has been taken by the government. The Prince has promoted capitalistic reforms, however they have been slow in coming. The most recent economic data  placed the GDP per capita at 18000 NSD. One of the largest problems of economic growth is the extremely high tax rate. It currently stands at over 80% down from 100%.
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After languishing under the weight of a state run command economy, the new government is looking into intense amounts of economic liberalization throughout the nation, however change is still slow going. A general reduction in the tax rate is also in the work. Foreign investment is also sought throughout the nation.
  
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== Culture ==
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== Transportation ==
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Mephras is a nation which prides itself on eccentricity. It is not uncommon to see people in wild outfits and doing things outlandish in many other countries. People enjoy the pursuits of art, music, and invention. Public Art is a mainstay as people erect sculptures in public space and avidly attend art shows and concerts. Most people are socially left leaning, leading to an anything goes attitude throughout the country. Paired with this is a view of respect for all forms of life.  Gay marriage, polygamy, pornography are all common. The age of consent is 19.
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== Culture and Society ==
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== Demographics ==
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'''Age Structure'''
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21% 0-18
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28% 19-38
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23% 39-60
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18% 60-110
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== Education ==
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== Government ==
 
== Government ==
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Mephras is a constitutional monarchy, which still vests a large amount of power in the monarch, the Crown Prince. He has the final say in all laws that are passed, however, he can be overridden by a vote of 3/4 of the assembly. He can also call for new elections, however he lacks the power to dissolve the Senate. While sometimes strong and independent, he can also be manipulated by those within the royal household.
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The Government has recently transitioned from a state system of Communism to an Absolute Monarchy under the Empress. However there are still veins through which people can have their voices heard. The new government is still under construction, and how the final system will be has yet to be seen.
  
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The Princely Senate is the second branch of government. Consisting of elected representatives, one for every 500,000 people, they propose and vote on laws.  
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== Military ==
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The Mephrasian Military is a small force for the size of the nation. Currently it has approximately 1,000,000 active personnel, less than .1% of the population. Most of the military budget is focused on naval and costal defense. The prime agenda of the military is defense. Research into missile defense and sea mines is increasing and seen as the best path to protect the nation. Civil Defense shelters are also part of this plan.
  
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There is also a supreme court, which rules on all important cases within the country. Of the 11 justices 6 are elected directly by the people and 5 are chosen by the prince.  
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== Current Events ==
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Recently, Mephras has entered the international political scene, joining both the United Civil Rights Alliance, and the Free World Alliance. It has also recently attempted to establish more embassies.
  
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Also present in Mephrasian politcal life are the noble families. The nobles number about 100000 and hold vast wealth and influence within the principality, many advising the prince and others serving in the assembly.
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Current Embassies
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Pinguinium
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Si Se Puede
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Damirez
  
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'''Political Parties'''
 
  
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Mephras has several major political parties that hold sway in the senate. First is the National Party, which consists of the more socially and fiscally conservative groups. Their main support comes from the nobles and rural peoples. Due to the wealth of the nobles, they hold about 25% of seats in the legislature. Another popular party is the Mephrasian Unitary Party. It is a left-centrist party which espouses socialist ideals. It holds about 30% of seats in the Senate, and has a primarily urban constituency. Another primary party is the Mephras Machine Faction, a technocratic group which supports science as the guiding rule of the country. It holds about 18% of seats. The small Green Mephras environmental party holds about 7%. The other 16% of seats are held by unaffiliated independents who vary in their views. Other small parties are the fringe monarchist party and communist party which hold about 2% of seats each.
 
  
 
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[[Category: Nations in Nova]]

Latest revision as of 16:27, 28 October 2007

Mephras
mephras.jpg
Flag of Mephras
Motto: Omnia Omnibus Ubique
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Region Nova
Capital Euphova
Largest city Techno Trade City
Official Language(s) French, English
Leader HRH Mei Mian
Population Approximately 1.9 billion
Currency phran 
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Introduction

The Empire of Mephras is a nation based on a continent. It strives to serve its citizens and its environment. The economy is fairly strong, however the citizens are always placed before economic gain. Mephras has had a long history with much conflict, however recently the various groups have come together to form a peace loving and laid back nation.

History

TO BE DONE

Geography and Climate

Mephras resides on a section of a great continent with it's total land area approximately that of India. The nation is densely populated, and over 90% of people live in the cities. Since all cities are constructed in a dense fashion, there is still a considerable amount of land dedicated to farming and natural landscapes. Many of the locals refer to the nation as the wave or the fin, as it has that appearance from space The northern portion of the nation is generally flat, along with most of the coastline. The central region is more hilly, however still fairly flat, while the southerly regions are much more mountainous, although the mountains aren't extremely high.

The climate is generally continental in the central region, and tropical in the northern regions, while it can get quite cold in the mountains of the southern regions. Rainfall is high across the nation, allowing farm production to be high. Tropical forest exists in the north, while temperate forests and grassland dominate the rest of the nation.

Important Cities

The most important city in the nation is the capital, Euphova. Built with an emphasis on beauty, and in the center of the nation, this city houses most of the important government offices, and has a metropolitan population of about 23 million. It is also the cultural hub, with various opera houses, theatre companies, museums, and zoos. It has been called the "Jewel of Mephras", and the "City in the Garden."

Techno Trade City is the center of the import export business in the nation. Built on an island off the coast, the city is built largely with futuristic architecture, and a liberal use of neon, giving it the name, the "City of Neon." It houses about 30 million Mephrasians, and approximately 5 million peoples of various other nationalities. It also houses the largest port in the nation, through which over 30% of imports and exports are handled.

Bliss is the center of the northern resort region. It is an attraction in its own right, with beautiful natural beauty and Mediterranean architecture. It houses various rental villas and hotels which are often full of visitors. Its white sand beaches and clear blue waters draw millions every year. Also known for its legendary nightlife and dining. It is also a transport hub for the various smaller islands on which many of the richer classes take their vacation. Known as "The Happiest Place on Earth" and "The Fountain City." While only 4 million people inhabit the metropolitan area, the vacationers swell the size to almost 35 million at peak season.

Economy

After languishing under the weight of a state run command economy, the new government is looking into intense amounts of economic liberalization throughout the nation, however change is still slow going. A general reduction in the tax rate is also in the work. Foreign investment is also sought throughout the nation.

Transportation

TO BE REDONE

Culture and Society

TO BE REDONE

Demographics

Age Structure

21% 0-18 28% 19-38 23% 39-60 18% 60-110

Education

TO BE REDONE

Government

The Government has recently transitioned from a state system of Communism to an Absolute Monarchy under the Empress. However there are still veins through which people can have their voices heard. The new government is still under construction, and how the final system will be has yet to be seen.

Military

The Mephrasian Military is a small force for the size of the nation. Currently it has approximately 1,000,000 active personnel, less than .1% of the population. Most of the military budget is focused on naval and costal defense. The prime agenda of the military is defense. Research into missile defense and sea mines is increasing and seen as the best path to protect the nation. Civil Defense shelters are also part of this plan.

Current Events

Recently, Mephras has entered the international political scene, joining both the United Civil Rights Alliance, and the Free World Alliance. It has also recently attempted to establish more embassies.

Current Embassies Pinguinium Si Se Puede Damirez


STILL UNDER CONSTRUCTION

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