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== History == | == History == | ||
Entsteig, originally a haven for lost Russian explorers, broke away from Muscovy sometime in the 15th century. King Ivan III, a compassionate individual, banned serfdom in 1576. Unfortunately, he was killed fighting against the marauding Eisenvolk, a Germanic tribe. The Eisenvolk subdued the larger country in 1589 and imposed tyrannical and racist rule against the Steigian Russians. They were ousted in a bloody and furious uprising in 1634, where the Steigians formed a new government which waged war against the consistently-attacking Eisenvolk in the Steigian Wars of Defence. The Steigian Wars of Defense were fought sporadically between 1637 and 1712, at which the Eisenvolk were thoroughly defeated but left unconquered. | Entsteig, originally a haven for lost Russian explorers, broke away from Muscovy sometime in the 15th century. King Ivan III, a compassionate individual, banned serfdom in 1576. Unfortunately, he was killed fighting against the marauding Eisenvolk, a Germanic tribe. The Eisenvolk subdued the larger country in 1589 and imposed tyrannical and racist rule against the Steigian Russians. They were ousted in a bloody and furious uprising in 1634, where the Steigians formed a new government which waged war against the consistently-attacking Eisenvolk in the Steigian Wars of Defence. The Steigian Wars of Defense were fought sporadically between 1637 and 1712, at which the Eisenvolk were thoroughly defeated but left unconquered. | ||
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Entsteig was affected by the Reformation in the 16th century and officially changed to Protestantism. This sparked the first civil war in Entsteig [recorded, at least], and millions of Roman Catholics left the massive country. The fighting subsided in 1613, when Vladimir IV skilfully mediated between the two denominations. Many of the Roman Catholics eventually turned to Protestantism, even though some more left the country. | Entsteig was affected by the Reformation in the 16th century and officially changed to Protestantism. This sparked the first civil war in Entsteig [recorded, at least], and millions of Roman Catholics left the massive country. The fighting subsided in 1613, when Vladimir IV skilfully mediated between the two denominations. Many of the Roman Catholics eventually turned to Protestantism, even though some more left the country. | ||
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Entsteig became a constitutional monarchy in 1834, when Yerik II let himself be bound by the restraints of a constitution to conform with Great Britain. Yerik II was an Anglophile, and some of his lasting legacies were the widespread use of British English in Entsteig and British cultural influences. Entsteig has undergone few changes since then, with the exception of further modernisation and the like. For example, Yerik II also made sure that all forms of Christianity were practiced without hindrance. The Steigian Orthodox Church also was able to reconvert people back to its cause, no small feat. It remains dominant to this day. | Entsteig became a constitutional monarchy in 1834, when Yerik II let himself be bound by the restraints of a constitution to conform with Great Britain. Yerik II was an Anglophile, and some of his lasting legacies were the widespread use of British English in Entsteig and British cultural influences. Entsteig has undergone few changes since then, with the exception of further modernisation and the like. For example, Yerik II also made sure that all forms of Christianity were practiced without hindrance. The Steigian Orthodox Church also was able to reconvert people back to its cause, no small feat. It remains dominant to this day. | ||
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Today, Entsteig is a massive, powerful, prosperous, and populous country. Under Hedrik II, it began to play a major role in world politics, offering a compassionate Christian view not afraid to use force if necessary. | Today, Entsteig is a massive, powerful, prosperous, and populous country. Under Hedrik II, it began to play a major role in world politics, offering a compassionate Christian view not afraid to use force if necessary. | ||
Revision as of 00:55, 10 February 2006
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| Flag of Entsteig | |
| Motto: "May the Lord grant us wealth and prosperity." | |
| See Geography section | |
| Region | N/A |
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| Capital | Steigi'sk |
| Official Language(s) | Russian and British English |
| Leader | King Hedrik II |
| Population | 'Bout five billion |
| Currency | Steigian rouble |
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Contents
History
Entsteig, originally a haven for lost Russian explorers, broke away from Muscovy sometime in the 15th century. King Ivan III, a compassionate individual, banned serfdom in 1576. Unfortunately, he was killed fighting against the marauding Eisenvolk, a Germanic tribe. The Eisenvolk subdued the larger country in 1589 and imposed tyrannical and racist rule against the Steigian Russians. They were ousted in a bloody and furious uprising in 1634, where the Steigians formed a new government which waged war against the consistently-attacking Eisenvolk in the Steigian Wars of Defence. The Steigian Wars of Defense were fought sporadically between 1637 and 1712, at which the Eisenvolk were thoroughly defeated but left unconquered.
Entsteig was affected by the Reformation in the 16th century and officially changed to Protestantism. This sparked the first civil war in Entsteig [recorded, at least], and millions of Roman Catholics left the massive country. The fighting subsided in 1613, when Vladimir IV skilfully mediated between the two denominations. Many of the Roman Catholics eventually turned to Protestantism, even though some more left the country.
Entsteig became a constitutional monarchy in 1834, when Yerik II let himself be bound by the restraints of a constitution to conform with Great Britain. Yerik II was an Anglophile, and some of his lasting legacies were the widespread use of British English in Entsteig and British cultural influences. Entsteig has undergone few changes since then, with the exception of further modernisation and the like. For example, Yerik II also made sure that all forms of Christianity were practiced without hindrance. The Steigian Orthodox Church also was able to reconvert people back to its cause, no small feat. It remains dominant to this day.
Today, Entsteig is a massive, powerful, prosperous, and populous country. Under Hedrik II, it began to play a major role in world politics, offering a compassionate Christian view not afraid to use force if necessary.
Politics
Entsteig is a constitutional and parliamentary monarchy. The current head of state, the king, is King Hedrik II. The Steigian government possesses three branches: The executive, legislative, and judicial branches. More information will come later.
Provinces
Coming soon. Well, maybe. Probably later.
Geography
Physical Map of Entsteig Explanation coming soon.
Economy
A guide to the Steigian economy will be coming soon.
Demographics
The Steigian people are fairly varied, although they do share a number of common characteristics.
Population
Entsteig is composed of roughly five billion people.
Most of these figures are fairly rough and are estimates.
Birth rate: 7.7 births/1,000 population
Death rate: 6.5 deaths/1,000 population
Net migration rate: 1.0 migrants/1,000 population
Life expectancy:
Total population: 79.2 years
Male: 73.8 years
Female: 84.6 years
Ethnic Groups
The Steigian people are primarily of East Slavic origin, mostly Russians. About 87% of Steigians are Russians, with 8% Germans and 7% French. The other one percent is of scattered different ethnic groups, such as Jews.
Languages
Russian and English are the primary languages. All citizens can speak both. Some provinces will have different proportions of ethnic makeup, meaning that said provinces will have different official languages. The small German and French ethnicities generally can speak their own languages.
Religions
Entsteig is a very religious country, with 59% of the population being closely affiliated with the Steigian Orthodox Church, 23% Protestant, and 16% Roman Catholic. Two percent of people are Jewish, generally Orthodox. The remaining 12% possesses various neo-pagan and atheistic beliefs which are hostile to Christianity. Approximately 89% attends church more than once a week.
More information will be coming later.
Military
Coming later. For now, just enjoy this little picture of some infantry.
