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Ator People

Flag of Ator People
Motto: 'Rēx Atorī Dūcit'
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Region	The North Pacific
Capital	Rio Ciudad
Official Language(s)	Latin
Leader	King Henry VI
Population	3+ billion
Currency	Golden Coin
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Location

The country of Ator People is located on a series of thirteen islands in the Pacific ocean. It is located at approximately 4° north latitude and 144° east longitude.

Climate

The nation of Ator People has a tropical wet climate. Its wet season begins in December and ends in March. Temperatures are very hot all year with a lot of rain. A warm ocean current is one of the main sources of the island's temperature, in addition to its low latitude. The high temperature is usually about 85° (F). The mountin Mt. Ciel towers 5,000 feet above sea level and is the highest mountain on the main island, Terrain de Poisson. The average yearly percipitation is 50", which is a valuable resource to the protected rainforests on the islands.

Ecosystem and Agriculture

The ecosystem of Ator People is a tropical rainforest type. The lush green plants, rare birds, colorful butterflies, and beautiful flowers are some of the many amazing features of this delicate ecosystem.

The main crop grown in Ator People is the sugarcane. The long grass is ground into sugar and exported all around the world. It grows mainly on the western side of the main island in the province Sucre Terrain.

Government

The government of Ator People is a unicameral, federal, royal monarchy, governed by the Constitution of Rights of the People.

The Legislature

The legislative branch of Ator People is the House of Citizens. This body is made up of 70 senators from the provinces of the nation. Each province is represented by ten senators. How they are selected is decided by the Duke of each province, with a vote of confidence from the province approving the method. This body is responsible for regulating taxes and creating laws.

The Executive Branch

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Seal of the King of Ator

Ruled by a king based on a patriachal line of succession, unless the king dies/retires in which the queen takes the place before the son. The eldest son is next in line after the Queen, and then it goes in order of birth regardless of gender. The monarch has an absolute veto, pretty much absolute power, and appoints dukes/duchesses to rule over provnices and distribute land, though now that land has been pretty much all distributed, a capitalist system is in effect. The heir to the throne (Queen or next child in line) is the Secretray of Internal Affairs.

The Judicial Branch

The courts in the nation are run under the judicial branch. The King appoints judges for each Provincial court, and they in turn appoint judges for the lesser courts in each city. They interpret the Constitution of Rights for the People and also rule on individual criminal and civil cases.

Provinces

There are seven provinces in Ator People. They are:

• Anchin
• Sucre Terrain
• Nadroj
• Cielian Heights
• Werdna
• Sable Promontoire
• Terrain de Poisson

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The Seven Provinces in Ator People, and their locations.

Anchin

A string of two islands, the southern most one being the main island. The north island is called Anchinae and the south island is Anchinum. When being refered to as a province they are Anchin. They were first inhabited in 1930 when a group of Spanish sailors discovered the island on their way to the main island. There they found no trace of past civilizations and decided to form their own towns. This province was not admitted to Ator People until they signed the Anchin-Ator Charter on September 20, 1984. Much debate had gone on about whether to join the union of provinces, but by a referendum they voted to join. They were the last province admitted to the union.

On Anchinum, there is a large mountain known as Mt. Hourglass, and is called such because it is shaped as a hourglass when looked at from the other island, Anchinae. This mountain has five trails to hike up (Lava Trail, White Trail, Green Trail, Cassowary Trail, and Wood Trail). The mountain was formed by volcanic activity, and when traveling up Lava Trail, one may glimpse rocks formed from cooled molton rock. There is also a paved road going up to the summit of the mountain, where one may drive a car up or ride their bicycle up the mountain. The view from the top is spectacular. The river running down from the mountain is Glass River, not only because it is on Hourglass Mountain, but because the water is "as clear as glass." The river also provides hydroelectric power to the people on the island through a series of dams.

Seven of their senators are chosen by a popular vote, for two years each. Two senators are elected by a popular vote every 5 years. Finally, one honorary senator is appointed by the Duke to serve a life term.

Sucre Terrain

Sucre Terrain is located on the northwest side of the main island. It is most known for the amazing amount of sugar cane that is grown there. The sugar cane was native to the island and was growing in the wild when the province was first populated. There are thousands of workers in this province, and the sugar is shipped to places all over the world. "Ator Sugar & Co." is the main sugar company, and it owns 60% of the sugar fields in the province. However, "Pacific Sugar Inc." and "AP Sucre" also own a good amount of land. The province was admitted in 1965 as one of the founding provinces when the Constitution was signed.

All their senators are chosen by a popular vote, and serve 10 year terms. However, one senator is elected each year as one ends its term. So every year there is an election for one senate seat. They are not all elected at once.

Nadroj

Nadroj, so named for Sir Henry Nadroj II who set up the first settlements in the province, is located on the southern half of the main island. This province has some of the most amazing wildlife on the main island. The Birdwing butterfly makes it home in the local rainforests of Nadroj. Laws have been passed by the House of Citizens to ensure the protection of the province's natural habitat for animals and plants alike. The native Atorians were first settled in this area, and still remain there to this day.

Three senators are elected by a popular vote of all landowners every 4 years. Two senators are appointed every two years by the duke, but cannot be appointed for more than two total terms. Five senators are appointed by the duke for honorary liftime seats.

Cielian Heights

Cielian Heights is named for the Mt. Ciel which takes up much of the space in this province. The mountain is 8000 feet tall, and is a source of many natural minerals which are mined and sold. Countless trails lead up to the summit of the mountain, though only a few are marked. The Red Trail, Blue Trail, Yellow Trail, Quartz Trail, Tropical Trail, and River Trail are the most common. There are also two paved trails, one for automobiles and one for bicycles. A monorail also goes up the mountain, though not to the summit of Mt. Ciel. Numerous peaks surround the mountain, some reaching 7000 feet. They're names are Mt. Henry (2700 ft), Mt. Ator (7100 ft), and Mt. Andrew (5100 ft). Cielian Heights is home to Mountainville, a populated city where much commerce takes place because of the numerous resources in the mountains. Four rivers also originate in the mountains here. The North Ator River is the northern most river, and the Mid-Ator River is between the Yhtak and North Ator Rivers. The River Ator is formed by the merging of the North Ator River and the Mid-Ator River. Yhtak River is on the southwest and feeds into the River Ator. On the west side of the mountain, the Gold River empties out into Lake Ciel. Lake Ciel is a large tourist attraction because of its beautiful views and great fishing. Fishing contests are held annually at Lake Ciel.

Nine senators are elected by a popular vote every 5 years. One senator is appointed every year by the duke every 10 years and they cannot be senator for more than one term.

Werdna

A small province on the northeast of the main island. It also occupies the small island just north of it. This province is known for its factories. Here, most of the nation's domestic goods are manufactured. The province was the center of much debate in recent years because of the "Werdna Conventions" in which leaders of the province met to discuss secession from the Union. The province wished to seceed because of the increase in industrial taxes, which they though unfairly targeted their province. The talks ended peacefully, however, with a compromise from the government to lower industrial taxes.

All senators are elected on a yearly basis.

Sable Promontoire

On the eastern most tip of the main island, Sable Promontoire is a major tourist attraction. Both the cape part of the province, and the island to the north of it, beautiful beaches are spread along the coast. At any one time, 50% of the people in this province are tourists. Hotels of massive sizes have made their homes along the beaches. Multi-billion dollar houses can been seen in the secluded areas along the rocky coast. The income from tourism makes up 90% of the province's income.

All senators are elected every two years.

Terrain de Poisson

Terrain de Poisson is the capital province of the nation. It houses the government headquarters. Its main industry is commerce, where many retail cooperations make their homes. Multi-national business can be found in one of the couple hundred office buildings. Global retail chains are in the shopping centers. Historically, it has always been a commerical province because of the rivers that run through it. Fishing is also a large industry, and the province derives its name from the native fishing industry. The rivers are also a great source of transportation, as one can travel to and from Cielian heights with access to these waterways.

All senators are elected for five year terms.

Nadroj Royal Family

The Nadroj family is descended from the Nadroj's that came from France in 1602 on a ship with a dozen other families. They were the friends of the ship's captain and eventually rose to political leadership in the new colony. The son of Mr. and Mrs. Nadroj (family who first came to Ator People) set up a regional monarchy in 1650, becoming King Henry I. A province is named after the King Henry II who set up colonies in the province, and it is the home of the family. The Nadroj Castle is here, and this is where the extended family lives. The King's castle is traditionally in Terrain de Poisson, where his immediate family lives most of the year. Currently the immediate royal family is as follows:

• King Henry VI (age 51)
• Queen Lilian III (age 45)
• Prince Henry VI (age 25)
• Princess Lilian IV age (23)
• Prince John (age 20)
• Princess Ann (age 16)

• Retired King Henry V (age 78)

History

The island of Terrain de Poisson was first discovered by a French sailor in 1602, though natives had already inhabited the island by then. The island was populated initially by French settlers, though it soon became a land of many nationalities. The Nadroj family first set up a regional monarchy in 1650 with King Henry I. Settlers from all over the world bought ships and sailed to this new land. In 1905 the Constitution fot the Rights of the People was formed and signed by representatives from established communities all across the islands. It was at that time the island became internationally recognized as its own country.

Royal Leaders

• King Henry I - 1650 to 1695
• King Henry II - 1695 to 1722
• Queen Nicole - 1722 to 1740
• King John I - 1740 to 1753
• King John II - 1753 to 1758
• Queen Jordan - 1758 to 1785
• King Henry III - 1785 to 1800
• King Charles I - 1800 to 1851
• King Henry IV - 1851 to 1853
• Queen Lilian I - 1853 to 1875
• Queen Lilian II - 1875 to 1921
• King John III - 1921 to 1953
• King Henry V - 1953 to 1980
• King Henry VI - 1980 to present (from 1985 to 2005 the Prime Minister overthrew the King leaving him with limited political power.

Great Revolution

In 1984 the provincial court of Terrain de Poisson ruled that a monarchy was restricting to the rights of the people of the nation and did not have any place in a modern day society. It was a shocking decision that led to the province's militia escorting the King and the Royal Family out of Terrain de Poisson and into their home province of Nadroj. The royal family was outraged and the Nadroj Militia sent troops to stop Terrain de Poisson's army from advancing past the border of Nadroj. A political party called the Citizens Party took over while they had the chance and installed a Prime Minister to lead the region. The nation took sides and soon it was divided. Terrain de Poisson, Sucre Terrain, Sable Promontoire, and Werdna all voted to support the new Prime Minister. Anchin, Nadroj, and Cielian Heights stayed loyal to the king, who had all but lost all power. There were brief battles on the border of either side, but eventually the king ordered his side to cease fire, and so did the Prime Minister. For the next ten years the Prime Minister ruled, giving more power to the House of Citizens. However the Nadroj family continued to lobby for the royal throne once again, and finally in 2005 another request was issued by the King and the House of Citizens gained the support of Werdna, who had its senators vote in favor of the resolution. Finally, the royal family was back in power.

Exiled Atorians

In 1985 a civil war started when an island north of the main island, seceeded from the nation when the Prime Minister and the Party of the Citizens overthrew the Monarch in Ator People. This group was commonly refered to as the "rebels." Ator People ships were sent to attack the rebel's main island. In the ocean three battles took place, with Ator People only being victorous in one. Next, Ator People went on the offensive and sent soldiers via ship to attack the weak east end of the island. They were victorious and actually secured many intelligence documents there. Ator People Army made way westward across the island, but were caught by surprise in the middle of the island. The rebels ambushed them and Ator People lost half its men there. However, more were on the way, and a massive assualt was raged against the tiny island just south of the rebel's land. After taking that island, they headed over the channel and finally found victory as they destroyed the rebel's "capital" city. A surrender document was then drafted and signed. The Document of Surrender and Exile was the title, and it specified that if the rebels wanted to be free, they could, but they had to be content with their small island and could not have any share of the sugar crop. They also had to pay yearly taxes (for twelve years) to Ator People for the purchase of the island. All rebels who wished to reside in this country (known now as Exiled Atorians) would be exiled to the island and could never return to the main island without pledging complete allegience to The Prime Minister. However, Exiled Atorians continued to be loyal to the King. In 2005, after the Prime Minister was voted after office, King Henry VI declared the nation of Exiled Atorians its own Province, pending a vote of confidence in the House of Citizens.

Battle map:

Atorian Border

In 1992, however, Exiled Atorians experienced another war. The Atorian Border decided to attempt to pledge allegience to the Prime Minister, but keep their small island south of Exiled Atorians. Exiled Atorians sent a force to attack the island, but Ator People came to the aid of Atorian border and held off those loyal to the king. Atorian Border is currently struggling to survive, as they have a collapsing economy and still refuse to be loyal to the king, who is now in power.

Regional Government Positions Held

• Current Registered Voter and Regional Assembly Member of The North Pacific.
• Former Prime Minister of The Nile River Valley.
• Former Surpreme Court Justice of The Nile Delta.
• Former UN Delegate of The Nile Delta.
• Former Minister of Culture and Education of The North Pacific.
• Former Security Council member of The North Pacific.
• Former Alliance Defense Network Council Member and Member of ADN Intelligence Agency.

Vexillogy

The following are current or past variations of the Ator People flags, or flags associated with this nation.

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Waving Flag of Ator People

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Varient of Ator People Flag. Was the national flag until 2006 when the House of Citiznes, after a series of regional and national polls, decided upon the current version. This flag is retired.

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Waving House of Citizens Flag

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Waving Flag of the Ator People Military

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Waving Flag of the King of Ator People

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Flag of the Judicial Branch of Ator People