Entsteig
Entsteig (Russian: Э́тстег, tr.: Ètsteg), or the Holy Kingdom of Entsteig (Russian: Свтейше́е Короле́вство Этстегий, tr.: Svtejŝee Korolevstvo Ètstegiy) is a constitutional and parliamentary monarchy located in the land of Provincia. As an island nation, it has a strong maritime tradition and is known for its generally stable politically history.
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| Motto: "May the Lord grant us wealth and prosperity." | |
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| Region | Provincia |
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| Capital | Steigi'sk |
| Official Language(s) | Russian and British English |
| Leader | King Hedrik II |
| Population | Approximately six billion |
| Currency | Steigian rouble |
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Contents
History
This history of Entsteig, originally an autonomous Russian colony, is generally thought to have begun in the tenth century, where explorers from Muscovy established a small community. The land was forbidding and cold, so few explorers colonised and other areas. Their trading post became known as Steigi'sk, Entsteig's national capital. Steigi'sk broke away from Muscovy sometime in the 15th century, where the rulers of Muscovy dismissed it as a backwater town and subsequently ignored it. Ivan the Contemptuous, a highly arrogant man, became the king of Steigi'sk and sought to improve the Steigian reputation. Under Ivan the Contemptuous (Ivan I), ethnic Russians from many cities travelled to Entsteig, where the south of the island was slowly colonised. There, the land was found to be highly varied, with deserts and thick forests.
Entsteig was thought to be ahead of its time by many historians. King Ivan III, a compassionate individual, banned serfdom in 1576. Unfortunately, he was also 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.
Upon the accession of King Hedrik II to the throne of Entsteig in 1992, Entsteig has continued to grow prosperous and populous. However, the peace of 2002 exploded into conflict in the capital of Steigi'sk, where several terrorist attacks rocked the nation. These invaders, trying to destroy the government, were discovered to be funded by several Eisenvolk states and a few other terrorist nations. A coalition of nations (including Durtistan and Muktar, among others) forced them out with a significant amount of military force. This ended peacefully.
However, yet another attack occurred in 2004, this time by neo-pagan anarcho-environmentalist terrorists in Entsteig. With the serious tension towards Jaghur, Karchosia, and their allies, the government found it difficult to effectively combat the threat(s). The Anti-Entsteig Alliance quickly fell apart due to a complete lack of basis for attacking. The former members surprisingly turned to Entsteig and aided them in defeating the terrorists, although they were ejected with haste and suspicion afterwards.
Anxious for another war against Entsteig, Jaghur, Karchosia, and their puppets wrote up an outrageous ultimatum against Entsteig, this time with the aid of Read lots and its puppets. Demanding demilitarisation, trade concessions, and other articles with the only alternative being war, the government of Entsteig prepared for war to defend itself. Pressure from other nations against the new and baseless Anti-Entsteig Alliance destroyed it, and they fled to lick their wounds. Once again, no combat resulted, although mobilisation increased in Entsteig.
Jaghur has entered a much more cordial relationship with Entsteig now, as opposed to the outright hostility from years past. Now, Jaghur and several other nations are sending teams of scientists to Entsteig in its proposed expedition to the Ruthen Tundra to explore the wildlife and other properties. 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.
Recently, spies from Read lots and Karchosia have been seen disrespectfully vandalising the official histories of Entsteig. The government has demanded that they cease their actions, but it has only elicited more vandalism.
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. King Hedrik II (real name Kliment II Pavlovich Yakovlev) is aided by his Ministry, which is composed of:
- Dr. Pyotr Aleksandrovich Maltzov (Foreign Minister)
- Ivan Fyodorovich Ryleyev (Defence Minister)
- Professor Andrei Mikhailovich Morozov (Education Minister)
- Grand Duke Igor Ivanovich Yakovlev (Environment Minister)
- Sergei Grigorivich Petrov (Finance Minister)
- Sidor Petrovich Moskvina (Interior Minister)
- Dr. Boris Nikolaevich Nosova (Health Minister)
- Yuri Aleksandrovich Yudenich (Justice Minister)
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 88% of Steigians are Russians, with 6% Germans and 5% 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 58% of the population being closely affiliated with the Steigian Orthodox Church, 20% Protestant, and 12% Roman Catholic. Two percent of people are Jewish, generally Orthodox. The remaining 8% 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
Under major development. For now, just enjoy this avatar of infantry.
