Alacea
| The Sovereign Empire of Alacea | |
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| National flag | Grand Imperial Crest |
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| Motto | In Conventus Fortus |
| Anthem | Onward, Alacea |
| Capital (And Largest City) | Lorica |
| Languages - Official - Unofficial |
English Italian, Latin, Castillian, Russian |
| Government - Emperor - President |
Constitutional Monarchy Adrian Alasea I Gordon Barkove |
| Establishment - as "Imperica Alasia" - as city states - as Absolute Monarchy - as Constitutional Monarchy |
BC 1632, AD 240, AD 568, AD 1787 |
| Area - Total - % water |
2,468,459.2 miles² 6 |
| Population - Total (2007 est.) |
1,106,842,691 |
| GDP (FY2006/07) - Total (USD) - GDP/capita (USD) |
~$110,484,420,570,000 (Ð$26,888,878,087,739) $93,925.51 (Ð46,615) |
| National animal | Alacean Stallion |
| National flower | Lorican Lilly |
| National tree | Dogwood |
| Currency | 1 Draco (ALC) = 100 laseans |
| Time Zone | GMT -5 |
| National charter of rights | Alacean Imperial Constitution |
| Pronunciation (IPA) | /Uh-Lay-See-Uh/ |
| Internet TLD | .alc |
| Calling code | +846 |
| PDAS rating | A |
| CHDI rating | 0.986 (very high) |
The Sovereign Empire of Alacea is a a nation in north-eastern Haven. It holds numerous overseas colonies and territories, though its government is truly democratic. It has a very powerful economy, with one of the highest standards of living and GDP per capita ratings in the world. Culturally, it contains many similar elements to both the United States of America and the United Kingdom.
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Population
Ethnicity
The percentage of population belonging to major ethnic groups are as followed: caucasian 80%, Black (mostly Cbasans brought over during the slave trade) 10%, Hispanic 2%, Indian 2%, Japenese (mostly from the various Japenese invasions of the 4th century AD) 3%, other 3%.
Gender
In Alacea the ratio of males to females is 1.014:1.001. The ratio of boys compared to girls has spiked considerably since 2001, estimates show it may reach 1.025:1.001 by 2016.
Gay marriage is a right recognized nationally, legalized by President Barkove.
Life Expectancy
Due to extremely high levels of healthcare, income, economic development, and a pro-health culture, Alacea's life expectancy is currently 87 years (84 for males and 90 for females).
Divorce & Marriage Rates
Divorce rate in Alacea is currently about 25%, considerably down from 2001's average of 40%. This is quite low for western first-world nations; this is probably caused by the Christian revival that occured in late 2003. An estimated 78% of the population is married at age 35, and 86% are married at some point in their lives.
Birth Rates & Infant Mortality
Currently, there are 2.6 children to one household in most of the country. It tends to vary from place to place, reaching its peak in suburban areas and its lowest point in major cities. Infant mortality is currently 3 deaths per 1000 births. It is this low because of Alacea's excellent healthcare and transportation system.
Culture
Culture in Alacea is extremely westernized. As the economy continues its current boom, the nation gets more diverse. Alacea has several famous musicians, artists, politicians, celebrities, etc. Culture is divided into three distinct regions: Verico, towards the south, encompassing Ardico, Verico, and Jasonton, and the areas in between, has a dominating culture that seems to be a mix of Italian and Sapinian (hispanic) culture. The westernmost portion is home to Valskya, which includes Csaringrad and Covren, along with the Covrenic mountains, which has a predominately German/Russian mix. The rest of the nation is comprised of Anglington, the heavily western region which consists of the rest of the nation.
Cuisine
Cuisine in Alacea tends to be based off of seafood, vegetables, and meats. Most involve sauce (usually fettucinni) and some form of noodles.
Typically, the most important meals of the day are breakfast and dinner (both are usually eaten together in more conventional households). Meals are usually small and very high quality, even though fast food is popular; it is usually light and lean in fat and served with many healthier sides. Most food is served grilled lightly. Breakfast usually consists of eggs, sausage, fruit, and a form of juice, with cereal during more rushed mornings, with the occasional steak. Lunch tends to consist of a small snack, such as a small 6 ounce lean chicken with green beans or another vegetable. Dinner (especially on the Alacean coasts) almost always have seafood, such as shrimp, crab, or fish (never fried), along with a side of sauced noodles or vegetables. Wine plays an essential role in many dishes, and is more popular in the north than in southern mainland Alacea. Certain wines goes with certain dishes, and certain dishes go with certain wines. Drinking wine with food can begin as early as eleven or twelve for many young Alaceans, but it is usually in very small amounts and the amount grows as they age (though wine is served only on very special circumstances, and is only given to those under-age privately).
Most Alacean families eat out at least 3 times a week, they usually eat at fast food restaurants, or more formal ones, but in more rural communities they tend to eat at more local places to eat. Fast food is wildly popular in the more urban areas, but as stated earlier it is usually lean hamburgers, and served with healthier sides. Alaceans love international cuisine, and all over the SEA you can find food from anywhere from all around the world. The most favored, however, are: Japanese, Mexican, American, French, Chinese, German, Italian, and various other cuisines, though Alacea has its own distinct culinary culture.
Music
Usually, music is almost always rock & roll, usually classic or modern. Other popular types of music are hip hop, country, techno, and rap. Gospel is moderately popular in more religious homes. Classical music is almost totally unknown.
Art
Art in Alacea is usually somewhat contemperary ,or, quite oppositely, renaissance, colonial,
Religion
Estimates for religion in the Sovereign are as follows: Roman Catholic 21%, Protestant 30.5%, Nonreligious (not affiliated with any belief, not caring, converting, or unsure) 30.5%, Atheist/Agnostic 10%, Judaism 3% Sikh (Mostly from Space Union) .50%, Islam 3.25%, Buddhist .25%, Hindu .25%, Other .75%. Relgion plays a secular role in Alacea as many believe in the seperation of Church and State.
Technology
Many Alacean homes like to keep up with the latest technology. For instance, the Average Alacean household gets new PCs about every 20 months. Children usually begin using the TV and computer at a very young age (usually about 4), but most children prefer playing outside in the daytime. Here are some other statistics of common uses of technology in every day life: .58 Cell Phones to 1 person, .8 TVs per person, .25 cars per person, .6 Computers per person; and 2 hours average of TV/Computer time per person per day.
Sports
Sports are wildly popular in Alacea, the most popular is American Football, which is insanely popular, with Lacrosse soon behind, followed by basketball. Other favorite sports are: Football ("Soccer"), Ice Hockey, and baseball.
Holidays
The following is a list of holidays celebrated annually in the Alacean Empire:
| Date | English Name |
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| January 1 | New Year's Day |
| January 24 | Alacean Republic Day |
| February 14 | Valentine's Day |
| March 22 | Spring Equinox |
| May 16 | Unification Day |
| 22 June | Summer Solstice |
| August 4 | Monarch Day |
| October 31 | Halloween |
| November 11 | Memorial Day |
| December 22 | Winter Solstice |
| December 25 | Christmas Day |
| December 31 | New Year's Eve |
Government
Alacea is a full democracy, its title is mostly for ceremonial purposes. Its government is a fully-functional libertarian/conservative democracy, broken into three branches. They check each other and assure that none is outside its boundaries. Citizens are subject to law at three levels: Federal, Provincial, and Local. Federal Government has a very simple system. The current form of government was established in 1787.
Executive Branch
The Executive Branch is made up of the President. He reserves the right to veto and approve bills, as well as propose them to the Imperial Senate (See Below) without the normally needed 500 signatures (or the consent of three or more Senators). His veto can be overturned by a 2/3 majority (percentages are rounded down). Technically, according to the Alacean Imperial Constitution, The Emperor or reigning monarch can assume full powers of both the legislative and executive branches. The reiging monarch can do so without the consent of the Imperial Senate or the President, however; if the sovereign monarch chooses to do so, he must respect an independent judiciary, along with the natural rights of speech, press, enterprise, relgion, etc., etc. Several failed coalitions have attempted to overthrow this article, they have always failed miserably as it is a totally ceremonial amendment and the monarch would never do such a thing as it would cause nationwide riots and chaos. The President must be between the ages of 24 and 72 and not have any crimes higher than a misdemeanor.
The Legislative
The Judiciary
The Judiciary is an independently functioning body made up of 10 Imperial Justices (appointed by the Emperor, it is his one remaining major power). The Judiciary decides if laws and/or rights are constitutional, settles various cases, and tries criminals. The Justices serve for life or until they retire.
The Monarch
To become the Alacean Monarch, the heir must have the following qualities: married, and first born able-bodied child of the royal family. The heir becomes the ruler once his predeccessor either retires or dies.
Parties & Politics
The 3 main parties are the nation are: the Imperial Conservative Party, the National Liberal Party, and the Alacean Libertarian Party. The following are all represented political parties in the Imperial Senate:
| Party | Leader(s) | Description | Seats on the Imperial Senate 476 |
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| Imperial Conservative Party | Aiden Josington | The Imperial Conservative Party of Alacea is a mostly right-wing organization of conservatives which makes up one of the most powerful party in the Empire. The former President is a member and leader of the party, as the ICP is slowly losing its popularity. In the Imperial Senate, they have roughly the same number of seats as both the Libertarians and Liberals. | 73 |
| Alacean Libertarian Party | Gordon Barkove | The Alacean Libertarian Party is currently the most influential political party in Alacea. Its representative, Gordon Barkove, has recently won the June Elections. The ALP's popularity continues to grow after many libertarian reforms of the government's system under the almost equal ALP and ICP, and as a result more and more members register each day. They are mostly conservative but pro-choice on almost all issues. | 341 |
| Green Environmentalist Party | Alec Jefferport | The GEP is the most environmentally-minded political party of Alacea, pushing for reforms which would protect the national environement such as using solar and wind power instead of coal. is currently the least popular party in the Empire, and thusfar its proposed reforms have been killed in the Imperial Senate by very steep numbers. | 16 |
| National Liberal Party | Anthony Togen | The NLP is a very left-wing party and pro-choice on almost every issue. Thus, it goes in direct contrast with the popular ICP. Having lost the last election and being practically evicted from the Senate, it is steadily trying to regain some status in the Alacean Government. | 41 |
| Communist Party of Alacea | Dmitri Kossenlov | The Communist Party is a far-left, totalarian party, that supports absolute government economical control. They are by far, the most unsupported "major" political party. | 4 |
Unrepresented parties in Alacea include:
- The Imperial Monarchist Party
- The Socialist Party of Alacea
- United Nudist Party
- Killaz' and Mofos
- National Socialist party of Alacea (Nazi Party)
History
Alacea has a very long, interesting history, one that (luckily) has been relatively peaceful. It's seen 2 empires, a bloody civil war, and in recent days the first Alacean republic since the age of city states.
Imperica Alasia
Imperica Alasia (roughly Alasian Empire, referred to locally as Alasia and pronounced Uh-Layss-Yuh) was the first time the former region of Alasia became a nation. It came to be after a series of marriages, conquests, and purchases made by Imperator Septavion of Lorico (present day Lorica) in the year 1632 BC. Prior to its unification it was a series of small, independent villages or an occasional city state. It had a heavy roman influence and has in turn influenced present-day Alacea.
Ancient Alasian Culture & Religion
Religion in Imperica Alasia was mainly Alasianism, a polytheistic religion very similar to Romanism (the Imperator was usually either a Jew or Alasinic). Other major religions were Judaism and many various pagan beliefs. Food consisted of beef or seafood. Dress was usually a toga, robe, or for the poor, a loincloth. In many Northern cities, where warm currents, lack of insects, good weather, and lots of pavement existed, most of the year many simply went around without clothing most of the year. People spoke Alasic ( a hearty mix of Greek and Latin, and it resembles Italian), which was replaced by english during the city-states era. Almost all inhabitants were Caucasian.
Alasian Politics & Social Status
Science & Invention
Ancient Alasia made several large leaps in science, the largest being in: psychology, anatomy
The civilization is credited with the inventions, ideas, and discoveries of: continental drift theory, iron, various marble, star graphs, paper, various war machines, atheism, and ancient liberalism.
War & Stategy
The Imperica Alasia saw much war, usually involving civil disputes or wars with neighboring nations in Haven or the Pacific (most notably India, China, or Japan).
Final Dissolution
Alasia lasted for nearly 2000 years, and by its near end it was beginning to wear out. A civil war broke out when the south tried to rebel and begin its own republic, while it failed in succession, it destroyed the First Empire, killed the Imperator, and led to the age of city-states (upon the killing of the Imperator cities promptly formed their own nations). By the year 239 Imperica Alasia had been formally desolved.
===City-States===
