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subject_name=The Marxist Corporation of [http://www.nationstates.net/cgi-bin/index.cgi/target=display_nation/nation=Fodmodmadtol Fodmodmadtol] |
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region=[[The Tradelands]] |
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motto=For a Story Book Ending. |
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map=[[Epsilon]] |
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language=Latin, English, French |
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religion=[[Aliliahism]] |
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capital=Hesphaestus Gael |
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population=2,000,000,000 + |
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currency=Ethanol Standard |
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leader=[[Till-Aries]]
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== Old School Fod ==
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{{Infobox_WS_Nation|
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pretitle=United Empire|
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image_flag=http://www.nationstates.net/images/flags/uploads/fodmodmadtol.jpg |
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national_motto=Ceci Tuera Cela |
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national_anthem=Dragostea |
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image_map=http://x402.putfile.com/4/11521523132.jpg<br><small>[http://ww1.pureupload.com/public/8195/Continental.jpg Fod Continental]<br>[http://ww1.pureupload.com/public/8201/City.jpg Fod Cityscape]</small> |
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region=[[The Federated Klatchian Coast]] |
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capital=[[Cairo]] |
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largest_city=[[Emulov]]|
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official_language=English, Latin|
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government_type=[[Wikipedia:Unitary state|United]] [[Wikipedia:Empire|Empire]] |
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nation_code=FOD |
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leader_titles=Emperor<br>Master Consul<br>Duma Speaker |
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leader_names=[[Sacha Gavri]]<br>[[Ludvik Novgol]]<br>[[Nano Reno]] |
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sovereignty_type=Charter |
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established_events= |
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established_dates=[[Governing Charter of Fodmodmadtol (Historical)|GCOF]] 1414<br>[[Politics of Fodmodmadtol|Cairo Paper]] 2002 |
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currency=Bread Pound |
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currency_code=ƒ |
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suffrage=1.00 on the CAT |
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population=6,000,000,000|
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sport=Archery|
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animal=Raven|
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GMT_offset_DST=(-6)|
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cctld=.fod |
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calling_code=7|
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unstatus=Non-Member|
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fruit=Clementine|
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Fod is not anything. Fod is only an idea- A thought. The Fodian ideal is one that can be applied to anyone that values the right of Life above all else. The Fodian Ideal would have no sense of actual law and order, for Life is not something to impede upon, and the Balance that is Life ordained by Aliliah favors no side. The only act of judgement would come if the one true Fodian Ideal is broken, and that is the right of Life to all who hold it.
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'''Fod''', officially '''The United Empire of Fodmodmadtol''' ( [[Latin]]: ''Imperium Foda'' ), is located in epsilon eridani, along with various territories across the universe. It's inhabited by a culturally affluent population of over six billion. The government has fluctuated between [[wikipedia:communist|communal]], [[wikipedia:free_market|free market]], [[wikipedia:liberal|liberal]], and [[wikipedia:tyranny|tyrannic]] policies. Fod has been proven to be one of the most unstable nations still in existance. A libertarian socialist government is currently in control. The Fodist people are infamously rebellious at home, though crime is virtually unknown thanks to a well-funded police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. Fod has remained in isolation for most of its existence.
  
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''-Arch'Juscte Oiseau Fod''
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== Etymology ==
  
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== Politik and Ekonomy==
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== Land ==
  
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Fodmdomadtol Administration-Corporate touts itself proudly as a Libertarian Police State. Fodmodmadtol is currently known as The Marxist Corporation of Fodmodmadtol, due only for the reason that the government and economy are one in the same, neither side pulling more control over the other. While the CEOs of Corporate make up the General Cabinet of Administration, Marxist principles are insisted on by the consumer. At some point a moderate ground was found between both and implemented. Fod has grown to become a massive economical and societal beast. However, due to constant instability in Administration-Corporate, the people who now have no say in politics are exactly that; '''the people'''. Administration-Corporate strikes down protests, unions, rallies, and girl scout troops peddling cookies; anything that is seen as a threat to stability. The people are content by still being allowed an opinion, and being allowed to voice it if the proper paperwork is presented. Even though elections for Lord Chancellor are held, they're nothing more than populist shams to appease the upstarts. If a politician falls into disfavor, it takes a small revolt coupled with an assasination to remove them from office. Not that many care; aside from the politician in question. Fodmodmadtol rests squarely on the tenent of "''Order through Consumerism''."
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The geography of '''Fod''' is greatly varied due to its unique territorial possessions. '''Fodmodmadtol''' is located in '''Epsilon Eridani''', the planet '''Loki'''. The planet and system have proven to be stable over time.
  
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== Epsilon has but a Sky of Dust ==
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=== Terrain ===
  
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The Northern Expanse is defined by a Highland Climate(H) of a Boreal Forest Climate(Dfc). Long, very cold winters, and short, cool summers. Weather changes rapidly on mountains, becoming colder the higher the altitude gets. Overall temperature range is very larger. Precipitation increases during summer months, although annual precipitation is still small. Plant life is composed of Mountain Riparin and Alpine with areas of Aspen.
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{{main|Land of Fodmodmadtol}}
  
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The Midway Expanse is a Moist Cotinental Climate(Cf). The battleground of tropical and polar air masses. Seasonal changes between summer and winter are very large. Daily temperatures also change often. Abundant precipitation falls throughout the year. It is increased in the summer season by invading tropical air masses. Cold winters are caused by polar and arctic masses moving south. Plant life varies from Ponderosa Pine, Mountain Fir, Deciduous, Wet and Dry Meadow.
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; Gabriel : The average temperature is 20°C with little precipitation. The islands of Gabriel ( from north to south ) are ''Lebanon'', ''Tehran'', and ''Gaza''. There's little differentiation between the seasons. Gabriel divides the ''Old Sea'' and the ''Serpent's Tongue''. This area is vulnerable to earthquakes.
  
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The Southern Expanse is defined by a Dry Midlatitude Climate(BS). Polar air in winter creates very cold winters, although summers can be very hot. Decent enough rainfall that keeps the land from transgressing into an arid climate, and holding it as a tallgrass prarie. Flora consists mostly of Grasslands, Sagebrush, and Mountain Shrub.
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; Imo : Imo has an average temperature of 16°C with moderate precipitation. Summers are hot, humid and short. Winter is usually a short season as well, only moderately chilling. In the extreme north-east are the ''Baffin Mountains'' (8,800 m), the only major mountain range in Imo. The ''Ali'a Plateau'' extends from the ''Old Sea'' to ''The Orient'', and is known to be the most fertile farming land in the nation. Between the ''Floral Sea'' and ''Serpent's Tongue'' are the ''Floral Plains'', a low lying area responsible for draining flood water into the sea.
  
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== Administration ==
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; Sek : Sek has an average temperature of 4°C with a heavy amount of precipitation year round. The continent experiences very cold winters, with short cool summers. Extending south from the Imo juncture are the ''Floral-Winter Mountains'' (4,400 m), and along the eastern coast are the ''Orient-Knight Mountains'' (5,600 m). The ''Kach Basin'' (Central Sek) separates the mountains, and consists mostly of tundra. To the south-east are ''Knight Waters'' which remain frozen indefinitely. ''Winter Sea'' deteriorates in the summer. Western Sek is generally more habitable with accommodation highlands and little gradient. The ''Ocean of Tweek'' is off the east, the ''Serpent's Tongue'' is off the north.
  
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Politik of Fodmodmadtol is inherently one thing; a mess. The Governing Charter of [[Fodmodmadtol Administration]], once a document so precious, is now kindling in the hearth. The Lord Chancellor is the only position peacefully selected, and even then, the General Cabinet decides on who reigns. Every Ministry is lead by the CEO of a Corporation, and every Minister is part of the General Cabinet. The registered voter, registered consumer, supports whichever Minister would suit their Politik needs.
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== Date & Time ==
  
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=== Political Movements ===
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The Fodist Domestic Standard (FDS) was created by the Yoshi Regime to regulate date and time. Before the FDS system was set in place, date and time were measured by abstract regional standards over which business couldn't transfer. [[Doctor Freedman]], in conjunction with the Academy of Truth, devised the FDS system by calculating the movement of Loki in Epsilon Eridani. The calendar has 360 Die, held in 60 Hebdoma, held in 12 Mensi, held in one Annu. Consequently, 6 Die are held in a Hebdoma, 30 Die and 5 Hebdoma held in a Mensi.
  
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| align=center | [[East Theocracy Movement]]
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|      The East Theocracy Movement is based around the teachings of Nyx, the last Arch'Juscte before the fall of the Fodmodmadtol East Theocracy. They advocate higher education spending over all sectors. The East Theocracy Movement favors more regulation and restriction on the economy, leaning towards socialism. Rights for the registered voter are considered irritants, which ironically, is what draws most support. They do however, support a system like that of a Democracy.
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|      Kay Medical, also known as The Buddy Capitalism Movement, has suffered loss of support after the fall of The Monarch CEO, Nokona, and has yet to fully recover. There are doubts it ever will. Kay Medical is a self promoting, egotistical regime, the priority base composed of only Kay Medical. Monopolization of the economy under Kay Medical and general apathy regarding civility are the focus of this party.
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|      The Fascism Movement advocates justice, for only the strong. The term used to identify strong is subjective to many values, but seen by the Fascism Movement as the term '''CEO'''. The Fascism Movement is agressive in every manner; Imperializtic, and Capitaliztic. Recently the Fascism Movement altered it's motto from the centuries old, "Justice for the victor," to, "Keep your eyes to look upon us." The Fascism Movement has grown increasingly volitile over the past few years, due largely to their loss of a stable base. The Fascism Movement and Kay Medical have long standing ties with one another.
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| align=center | [[The First Stalin Party]]
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|      The First Stalin Party favors iron fist control over everything. The Grand Old Party, as it is reffered to, favors Mom & Pop operations over Corporate. They also lean towards the military, fiercly supporting every aggressive action Fodmodmadtol takes, and protesting lack thereof regarding warfare at home or away. The G.O.P. has a seldom seen soft side, highlighted by their support of the Department of Cruel and Unusual Punishment. The G.O.P. denounces consumerism. Presently it focuses on silencing minorities in Fodmodmadtol.
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== Corporation ==
 
  
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From the trenches of the Ekonomy rose several Corporations which have buried any competition. Eleven in all have been created, outstanding in each of their own aspects. The Corporations hold to themselves a significant portion of the Fodmodmadtol Ekonomy, none being able to survive without one other, and none being able to grow with another. A constant battle between these behemoths creates an astonishingly stable marketplace. Lethal competition from these forces usually drives opposition into the dust within a single fiscal year. The registered consumer, registered voter, supports whichever Corporation would suit their Ekonomic needs.
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== History ==
  
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=== Corporations of Fodmodmadtol ===
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=== Armistice ===
  
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;Kay Medical:Personal Arms Manufacturing and Medicinal Industry monolith single handedly responsible for the rise of Corporate in Fodmodmadtol. The Kay Medical monopoly on the healthcare industry ensures its stability. Almost all cheap medication produced will leave you with a bout of something else. Not to say they don't produce some of the finest medication ever know- But prices for what will actually work is affordable only by the elite. Kay Medical controls a system called IRC; Internet Radio Connection.
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{{image|http://x402.putfile.com/4/11414364658.png|right|Amun|Amun}}
  
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;One Beacon:Monopoly of the Mining and Refining Industries. Renowned for its exploitation of natural resources, and milking every drop of profit from what they dig up. Control of most, if not all domestic raw material, lays with One Beacon. One Beacon also acts as the sole supplier of utilities, ( water, oil ), in Fodmodmadtol. Rumored to be in bed with Traveler.
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By the turn of 1390 three major nations dominated Fod; Troj, Pars and Rjok. A century of fighting with one another over territorial possessions, specifically [[Cairo]], had led to troubled times. With Troj on the edge of collapse, Amun, the Lord of Troj, called an armistice. Amun invited the lords of Pars and Rjok, Mont and Horu respectively, to convene at Cairo in 1393. Talk started immediately, and almost ended the same day. While Amun was able to settle the dispute with Mont ''and'' Horu, the others wouldn't settle with either. Horu left Cairo set on continuing war. In 1396, with war on every front, Amun once again invited Mont and Horu to Cairo. Horu refused to appear. With him absent, Amun and Mont talked easily, and an agreement was reached within the summer. Troj and Pars would become united and conquer Rjok, the reason for all trouble. Amun offered his daughter, [[Nyx]], as a peace offering to Mont. Completely shocked by this sign of devotion, Mont refused, insisting that Nyx be treated with the highest of respect. In 1399, Rjok was conquered. Amun and Mont agreed to remain united, and created Fod as it's now known. They agreed that Nyx, a symbol of empathy, would take charge when they died.
  
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;Traveler:Transportation Vehicle Manufacturer, ranging from 1] Trains to 2] Planes and to 3] Automobiles. Notorious for production of Vehicles which malfunction within twenty four hours of the warrantee expiration date, exacting quantity over quality. Profit yield is exceptionally high due to trendy designs aimed towards the NASCAR demographic. Have increased profit as of late by experimenting with public services.
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=== Old Fod ===
  
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;Kudos:Power Company which conducts business under three fronts; Jericho, Anameth, and Mehtyl. While Jericho supplies power harnessed by wind generators, Anameth supplies power harnessed by fossil fuels. Methyl is supported by the power of nuclear fission. Ironically if you support Jericho, you support Anameth as well. Kudos uses this marketing strategy to capture the demographic of the "enviornmentally-concerned," while still satisfying those who couldn't care less.
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Nyx was handed control of Fod in 1400. For the next century relatively little occurred. Nyx formed the government into a more solid being, edicts passed quietly improving commerce and living quality. People were generally content. Nyx met with representatives from across the Empire throughout this period and drafted the [[Governing Charter of Fodmodmadtol (Historical)|Governing Charter of Fodmodmadtol]]. It was declared law in 1410. It wasn't until 1490 the first signs of trouble appeared. In an explosive wake up call, the Fod government came under attack in an event known as the [http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=337859 Massacre at the Ministry]. Countless were injured and a high ranking government official was assassinated. The attack revealed a shocking scandal in Fod government, and from this point on a feeling of resentment would begin to grow. An anarchic movement appeared after Fod government published [[Ishmael|Radicalist Report, 1490]]. People demanded reform. [http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=340276 In 1600 there was an attack] in [[Cairo]] in which Fod government facilities were taken by rebels. Cairo was besieged until the following year when the rebellion collapsed. Nyx was abducted during the occupation. She was never seen again.
  
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;Nys:The Media, period. Nys publishes books under an assortment of different houses, fiction and non-fiction, with a wide range of subject matter. They also produce an intense genre of film, hosting exactly sixty channels, controlling television exclusively. Other Corporations must pass through Nys before going on air. The firm also plays host to a number of Private Schools; it's said the curriculum would have riddled the minds of Sophacles and Plato.
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=== Early Fod ===
  
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;Helium:Large Arms Industry. Helium has, and will always, play the entire role in any Fodmodmadtol military movement. Once a State Industry, Helium holds much clout with the International Corporate Community as well as with the International Administrative Community. Helium conducts business on the principle of wholesale, as factory, to only a large consumer. (Created the Administration-Corporate Fod).
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{{image|http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v609/zasha/NS/YOSHI.png|right|Yoshi|Yoshi}}
  
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;Lynbrook:Lynbrook produces a wide variety of familiar goods. The Corporation itself is divided into five different storefronts. Each is dubbed, ordinarily, Lyn-''Sleep'', Lyn-''Wash'', Lyn-''Cook'', Lyn-''Dine'', and Lyn-''Live''. Recently, Lynbrook has expanded into office goods. Lynbrook is a name on the tongue of every family when it comes to furnishing their life.
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The daughter of Nyx, [[Yoshi]], assumed power. Yoshi was preoccupied mostly with reconstruction and stabilization. Martial law was enforced immediately following the Clover Rebellion and wasn't revoked until a referendum was initiated in 1612. With most of the public angry with Fod government Yoshi was coerced into loosening Fod government regulations and restrictions on commerce. The Fod market was officially opened in 1624, and private enterprise exploded. Instead of pleasing the public as it was intended to do, the open Fod market instigated capitalist associations. Around 1766 Yoshi's health began failing, and in 1788 [http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=369621 opted for euthanasia]. A majority of programs started by Yoshi failed.
  
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;Saint Syndicate:Security business which installs patented Safe-Systems throughout a clients contracted area. Lestat, MFS, and the infamous L-NET were produced by Saint Syndicate. Computer software, as well as hardware of outstanding quality has been created by this single Corporation. Recently they've also expanded into the area of banking, sweeping away competition in the market.
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=== Later Fod ===
  
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;Canon Vestal:Telecommunications Firm providing slow, unreliable service for high, unreasonable prices. Cellular coverage though reaches into every isolated nook of everywhere, providing efficient service. Internet Providers based in the firm remain dominant due to the fact they come standard with any Canon Vestal PC- Prices extraordinarily cheap. Canon Vestal became famous for operating the first massive space operation in Fodmodmadtol, known as Elitist Orbit.
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[[Nokona]], the daughter of Yoshi, assumed power. Unlike Yoshi who followed in the footsteps of Nyx, Nokona believed in a radically different philosophy. Upon ascendancy Nokona instated an instant [[wikipedia:laissez faire, laissez passer|laissez faire, laissez passer]] policy. The Fod government was dissolved and Nokona divied up state industry into private businesses. This instantaneous reaction upon ascendency was cheered by the public. For a while there was a general peace. This ended abruptly in 1804 when Nokona announced that [[Kay Medical]] would begin a hostile takeover of every existing business. By 1808 Kay Medical has acquired complete control of the market. With materials and services monopolized by a non-governmental, non-democratic entity, Fod was held under the most effective control in history. In 1989 Nokona hit [[wikipedia:menopause|menopause]] and declared regional war in [[The New Roman Empire]]. This was followed by a precision [[The Island of Rose|Rosian]] liberation. The regional war was averted. Nokona was displaced.
  
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;Amika & Company:Clothing producer and retailer, responsible for trends circulating in the teen community ranging from Everheart Bracelets to Gauge-Palm. Pop culture and gossip are inherently controlled by Amika & Company, Media Outlets including Meta Urb Television [ MUT ] and NonLocal Magazine. Amika & Company have developed a marketing technique known as ''One Stop''. They have never replicated a storefront, each one unique.
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=== Modern Fod ===
  
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;Hewlett Packard:Spawn of 11:10 PM merger. This chain of übermarkets vend any and every food product, but only food. They've been knwon for spiking prices of goods to unreasonable heights, shouting always of ''Supply and Demand''. HP controls every iota of the Agriculture Industry, using the Syndicated Families as its muscle in demolishing Mom and Pop Stores. HP also has a chain of popular (see:only) fast food venues, gained from the 11:10 PM merger.
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[[Sacha Gavri|Sacha]], speaker of Cairo, assumed control in 2000. By this time the government was ineffective, business holding sovereign authority. A confidant of Sacha, [[Jordan Lion|Jordan]], was forcibly installed as the executive of Kay Medical. (The institution of Kay Medical was dissolved, executive members incarcerated). With a friend in Kay Medical Sacha created [[Fodmodmadtol Administration-Corporation]], a privatized government bound by contract to protect the citizen. In 2004 Sacha held the [[Fodmodmadtol populist election, 2004|Fodmodmadtol populist election]]
  
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== Politics ==
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{{Main|Politics of Fodmodmadtol}}
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Fodmodmadtol is a united empire, one nation with one supreme authority. The Cairo Paper is the document which establishes the current system of government, which established three basic governmental divisions, the Adel, the Duma, and the Baza. The Adel is the supreme authority which delegates power to the other divisions, the Duma which is a consultative legislative body, and the Baza which is a final arbiter in judgement of the law. Public opinion is focused almost entirely on the Duma, the only democratic facet of the government.
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=== List of Unions ===
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| align=center bgcolor=#FF9999 | [[Roman Union]]
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| The '''Roman Union''' advocates majority spending in education, healthcare, and human services. The Union is largely socialist and favours economic reforms. Ironically, the Union's stance on restricted political access has garnered it the most support.
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| align=center | Nano Reno
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| align=center bgcolor=#FBEC5D | [[First Union]]
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| The '''First Union''' supports the notion of a farmer's society, pushing the rural agenda through the Duma. The Union emphasizes military reform, proposing laws in the Duma to increase veteran pensions.
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| align=center | [[Madison Burulcich]]
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| align=center | [[National Alliance]]
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| align=center bgcolor=#FFA500 | [[Richmond Faction]]
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| '''Richmond Faction''' was created to be a moderating force within the Duma, recognizing the need for critical social programs while pushing hard-line conservative economic reform such as large-scale privitization.
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| align=center | Ulster Winsor
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| align=center bgcolor=#90EE90 | [[Nation United Union]]
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|      The '''Nation United Union''' maintains a fascist agenda, which considers individual interests inferior to the needs of the state. The Union has tried to instate moral codes without success.
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| align=center | Jupiter Fire
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| align=center bgcolor=#CCAACC | [[Kay Medical]]
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| '''Kay Medical''' is funded in whole by the Kay Medical Corporarion. Kay Medical has repeatedly attested that if sworn into power they will tear down the government. Kay Medical is the vanguard of urban interests in the Duma.
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| align=center | [[Jordan Lion]]
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| align=center bgcolor=#7EB6FF | [[Lauder Base]]
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| '''Lauder Base''' promotes recovering the theocracy from the early years of the Fodist state. They support the Emperor, and focus on promoting clergy from within the Ali'a into government positions.
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| align=center | Phoenician Lauder
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== Economy ==
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{{main|Economy of Fodmodmadtol}}
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Fodmodmadtol is infamous for its fluctuating and unstable economy, which has proven to be wildy profitable over time. All business is owned and operated by the government. However, no venture is given special treatment. A business, if failing, will fail with no governmental interference.
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=== List of Corporations ===
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| <tt>Sachem</tt>
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| align=center | <tt>Andrew Calais</tt>
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| align=center | <tt>Daniel Morgan</tt>
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| align=center | <tt>Nathan Everhart</tt>
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| <tt>Sources Control</tt>
 +
| align=center | 9
 +
|- bgcolor=#efefef
 +
|
 +
|
 +
|<tt>Alpha Sector of Industry</tt>
 +
| align=center | 32
 +
|- bgcolor=#FFFFFF
 +
| <tt>Helium</tt>
 +
| align=center | <tt>Condor Orbits</tt>
 +
| <tt>Weapons</tt>
 +
| align=center | 7
 +
|- bgcolor=#FFFFFF
 +
| <tt>Nys</tt>
 +
| align=center | <tt>Nys Alliliah</tt>
 +
| <tt>Entertainment</tt>
 +
| align=center | 7
 +
|- bgcolor=#FFFFFF
 +
| <tt>Traveler</tt>
 +
| align=center | <tt>Joseph Clause</tt>
 +
| <tt>Automobile</tt>
 +
| align=center | 6
 +
|- bgcolor=#FFFFFF
 +
| <tt>Saint Syndicate</tt>
 +
| align=center | <tt>Helena Wall</tt>
 +
| <tt>Leisure & Luxury Goods</tt>
 +
| align=center | 9
 +
|- bgcolor=#efefef
 +
|
 +
|
 +
|<tt>Beta Sector of Industry</tt>
 +
| align=center | 29
 +
|- bgcolor=#FFFFFF
 +
| <tt>[[Kay Medical]]</tt>
 +
| align=center | <tt>Jordan Lion</tt>
 +
| <tt>Health</tt>
 +
| align=center | 16
 +
|- bgcolor=#FFFFFF
 +
| <tt>Hennes & Mauritz</tt>
 +
| align=center | <tt>Rolf Eriksen</tt>
 +
| <tt>Information</tt>
 +
| align=center | 8
 +
|- bgcolor=#FFFFFF
 +
| <tt>Kudos</tt>
 +
| align=center | <tt>Anameth Jericho</tt>
 +
| <tt>Energy</tt>
 +
| align=center | 8
 +
|- bgcolor=#FFFFFF
 +
| <tt>Canon Vestal</tt>
 +
| align=center | <tt>Suri Kurick</tt>
 +
| <tt>Communication</tt>
 +
| align=center | 7
 +
|- bgcolor=#efefef
 +
|
 +
|
 +
|<tt>Omega Sector of Industry</tt>
 +
| align=center | 39
 +
|}
 +
 
 +
</center>
 +
 
 +
== Streitkräfte ==
 +
 
 +
{{Main|Streitkräfte}}
 +
 
 +
The Fod [[wikipedia:armed forces|Streitkräfte]] is divided into four '''Sections''':
 +
 
 +
*Armée de Terre (Army)
 +
*Armée de Mer (Navy)
 +
*Armée de Ciel (Air Force)
 +
*Gendarmerie (Special Interest)
 +
 
 +
[http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showpost.php?p=7895056&postcount=1 Elitist Orbit], Fod's space based defense system, falls under the authority of the Gendarmerie. Gendarmerie serves as the national police force, and national guardian in times of crisis.
 +
 
 +
== Society ==
 +
 
 +
{{Main|Society of Fodmodmadtol}}
 +
 
 +
{{Image|http://x402.putfile.com/5/12117161328.jpg|right|Dance|A traditional Fodist dancer.}}
 +
 
 +
Fodist cultural practices are steeped in religion and ceremony, often seen as stiff or stiff-collared. Traditional practices aside, Fodist popular culture is often viewed as wildly liberal. Morals are left to the person, not the government. Most industries considered blasphemous by other nations are legalized. Various cultures from across Fod contribute to its berth of cultural pluralism, many different cultures living together side by side. This creates a unique atmosphere in urban areas, such as [[Emulov]], where one can enjoy Alto music whilst dining in a Soprano cafe.
 +
 
 +
Fodist's have a long tradition of embracing the senses. Intricate graffiti-art is displayed across almost every building, ranging from simple tags to grandiose portraits. It's common for a string quartet to be found on an urban corner or a flutist in the subway, as the government subsidizes musicians to liven certain areas. Several schools exist for the arts. The largest is the Cairo Institute of Aesthetics, which has several academies throughout Fod including the Institute of Eyes and the Institute of Ears.
 +
 
 +
=== Sasha ===
 +
 
 +
Sasha is an allegorical symbol of the empire which first appeared after the fall of Rjok. She's often portrayed as a woman wearing white, adorned in frosted jewels. Sasha is a representation of the peace and wealth of the empire's masses. Often used as a symbol of unity, Sasha is represented in statues in imperial offices. In recent times important figures have been bestowed with the title of Sasha (Sa.) by the Lord Chancellor. Sasha is featured on coins and stamps.
 +
 
 +
=== Religion ===
 +
 
 +
The Roman Catholic Church is the predominant religion of Fod, followed closely by Ali'a. The influx of the new religion has caused many natives to riot over newly constructed cathedrals, though tolerance is spreading as Catholicism continues expanding. Ali'a is the oldest established institution of Fod, with long ties back into history and firmly rooted followers. Following the Roman Catholic Church and the Ali'a Sect are Zor'a, Abrahamic, Gnosticism and Humanism.
 +
 
 +
=== Ethnicity ===
 +
 
 +
Soprano, Alto, Bass, Baritone and Marzipan are the generalized ethnicities of Fod. '''These names refer to a culture, not the pitch of voice.''' The generalized ethnicities are defined by where they trace their ancestry. Soprano's claim lineage from the Troj nation, Alto's claim lineage from the Pars nation, and Bass' claim lineage from the Rjok nation. Each lineage has distinct physical features. Baritone's claim lineage from nomadic tribes of Imo and Sek (Gabriel being mostly uninhabited before the Unitary Empire). Marzipan is a class created by society to define foreigners, derived from the Fod expidition to [[The Planet Mars]].
 +
 
 +
== Urban and Rural divide ==
 +
 
 +
The nation is divided into an '''urban union''' and '''rural union'''. As with all countries there exist major ideological differences between the farms and cities. Historically speaking, this has been a problem for the nation since prior to the unification. Originally this conflict started between the cities of Troj and the farmland of Rjok, and eventually progressed into warfare over economic need. Even after the unification of Fod the conflict continued. The farmland stopped shipping material to industrialized centers, and the cities withdrew investment from agricultural ventures. The economy stagnated under those conditions, and the government needed a compromise between the cities and farmland. The '''Great Compromise''' created the current unions, establishing a precedent of treating urban and rural areas as separate facets of the nation. Both the '''urban union''' and '''rural union''' have their own set of law and order. These are regions of the nation defined by population, density, area, and product.
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== Education ==
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{| border="0" cellpadding="5" cellspacing="0" align="right" width=300
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|-
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| colspan=3 align=center bgcolor=#efefef| '''Cours Premierment'''
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|-
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|- align="center" style="background:#efefef;"
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! Age
 +
! Course
 +
! Abbreviation
 +
|-
 +
! N-6
 +
| Premierment
 +
| CP
 +
|-
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| colspan=3 align=center bgcolor=#efefef| '''Cours Deuxieme'''
 +
|-
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|- align="center" style="background:#efefef;"
 +
! Age
 +
! Course
 +
! Abbreviation
 +
|-
 +
! 6-7
 +
| Elémentaire Q
 +
| QS
 +
|-
 +
! 7-8
 +
| Elémentaire R
 +
| RS
 +
|-
 +
! 8-9
 +
| Elémentaire S
 +
| SS
 +
|-
 +
! 9-10
 +
| Préparatoire 1
 +
| E1
 +
|-
 +
! 10-11
 +
| Préparatoire 2
 +
| E2
 +
|-
 +
! 11-12
 +
| Préparatoire 3
 +
| E3
 +
|-
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| colspan=3 align=center bgcolor=#efefef| '''Cours Troisième'''
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|-
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|- align="center" style="background:#efefef;"
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! Age
 +
! Course
 +
! Abbreviation
 +
|-
 +
! 12-13
 +
| Classique A
 +
| 3A
 +
|-
 +
! 13-14
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| Classique B
 +
| 3B
 +
|-
 +
! 14-15
 +
| Classique C
 +
| 3C
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|-
 +
! 15-16
 +
| Semester A
 +
| AA
 +
|-
 +
! 16-17
 +
| Semester B
 +
| BB
 +
|-
 +
! 17-18
 +
| Terminal
 +
| TERM
 +
|}
  
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[http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=376567 Oiseau Arch'Juscte]
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All educational programs in Fod are regulated by the Consul of Truth. Instructors are employed by Administration and are consequently [[wikipedia:civil servant|civil servants]]. The curriculum is the same for all Fod students in any given Cours. However, there exist specialized sections and a variety of options that students can choose. The reference for all Fodist educators is the National Truth Archive which catalogs all teaching directives. The school calender has two breaks, the month of Isis and the month of Maht, otherwise, the calender is completely uninterrupted. Most students have finished their year by Bastille Day. The school calendar is standardized throughout Fod Proper. Most, if not all teaching directives developed for the Fodist education system were developed under the authority of [[Doctor Freedman]]. Fod is divided into ''academies'', or seperate school districts.
  
−
[http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=337859 Corruption and Chaos]
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=== Cours Premierment ===
  
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[http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=340276 The Clover Rebellion]
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Cours Premierment gives children study skill, while providing lessons in social decorum. This Cours involves children and their parents, stressing the responsibility of everyone in the learning process. Curriculum includes the colors, the alphabet and the numbers. This Cours also takes learning outside the Academy.
  
−
Welcome to Earth.
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=== Cours Deuxième ===
  
−
[http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=369621 Death of a Spectre]
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Academy Cours Deuxième is mandatory for children six to twelve years of age. Cours Deuxième is sectioned into two levels, Elémentaire and Préparatoire. The former is an important step in the educational process, as it is when children are introduced to reading and writing. Much akin to other educational systems, Elémentaire usually has a single teacher who instructs in many different disciplines, such as mathematics, science and history. The latter elaborates on the childrens' rudimentary knowledge, delving in an assortment of different mathematical theories, scientific methods and social studies. At this level children are given a choice of which study they would like to pursue. An intensive culture program is also introduced at this level, which makes available a slew of artistic and creative studies.
  
−
[http://forums.jolt.co.uk/showthread.php?t=393253 Heir to the Throne]
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=== Cours Troisième ===
  
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High Imperator of [[The New Roman Empire]].
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It is required that students attend Academy Cours Troisième. It continues with the knowledge base from Préparatoire into Classique. Into Cours Semester, however, the curriculum changes dramatically. A student has mostly free roam, able to pick and choose which studies to follow. It's required that students choose studies pertinent to success.
  
−
End of the February Term.
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=== Cumulative Assessment Test ===
  
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The first death. Reclaimation of an Empire!
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The '''Cumulative Assessment Test''' or '''CAT''' is an examination initiated by Fod in 2006 which, by definition, is to determine the state of a student's mind. The CAT is a required examination issued at the end of TERM. If a student fails they're sent to specifically designated education facilities, entirely separate from a standard academy.
  
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== A CEO Monarch ==
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== See also ==
  
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... Its a sprawling, circular room, of magnificent Old-School Imperialist opulence. Italian porcelain tile of warm earthly hues, cathedral plaster ceilings adorned in a fresco of the tortured Saint Sebastian, magnificent Corinthian columns of marvelous red rising fluted around the edges of the room, arches between to lead out onto an open verandah on all sides. In the middle of this spectacular shrine, there was a shallow circular platform, rising just a few inches above the floor in the same rich material of porcelain. In the center of this platform, there is a nest of pillows situated. Ornate, luxurious things, bold colors and creeds, indefinably variegated. Above this hangs a banner, long and white and falling to just a few feet above the arrangement of comfort, bearing- Oddly enough- The Seal of the East Fodian Theocracy. Many Servants, distinguishable by their ordinary black uniforms, hustled through this most sacrosanct area to other places within the Villa. Also, Employees, differentiated by their stiff corporate dress. A dull murmur was always masking The Great Hall, it living up to its title as a hub of the Villa. [ Being Great, and whatnot. ] The Sun, of course, looked upon this with an ordinary eye. ...
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The United Empire of
Fodmodmadtol
fodmodmadtol.jpg
Flag of Fodmodmadtol
National motto: Ceci Tuera Cela
National anthem: Dragostea
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Fod Continental
Fod Cityscape
Region The Federated Klatchian Coast
Capital Cairo
Largest City Emulov
Population 6,000,000,000
Suffrage 1.00 on the CAT
Official Language(s) English, Latin
Government
Emperor
Master Consul
Duma Speaker
 United Empire
Sacha Gavri
Ludvik Novgol
Nano Reno
Charter
GCOF 1414
Cairo Paper 2002
ISO Nation Code FOD
Currency Bread Pound (ƒ)
Time Zone (-5)
• Summer (DST) (-6)
Internet TLD .fod
Calling Code +7
National Symbols
 • Sport
 • Animal
 • Fruit
 • Flower
Archery
Raven
Clementine
Lavender
UN Status Non-Member
Info: NationStates NSEconomy Pipian NS Tracker XML

Fod, officially The United Empire of Fodmodmadtol ( Latin: Imperium Foda ), is located in epsilon eridani, along with various territories across the universe. It's inhabited by a culturally affluent population of over six billion. The government has fluctuated between communal, free market, liberal, and tyrannic policies. Fod has been proven to be one of the most unstable nations still in existance. A libertarian socialist government is currently in control. The Fodist people are infamously rebellious at home, though crime is virtually unknown thanks to a well-funded police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. Fod has remained in isolation for most of its existence.

Etymology

Land

The geography of Fod is greatly varied due to its unique territorial possessions. Fodmodmadtol is located in Epsilon Eridani, the planet Loki. The planet and system have proven to be stable over time.

Terrain

Main article(s): Land of Fodmodmadtol

Gabriel 
The average temperature is 20°C with little precipitation. The islands of Gabriel ( from north to south ) are Lebanon, Tehran, and Gaza. There's little differentiation between the seasons. Gabriel divides the Old Sea and the Serpent's Tongue. This area is vulnerable to earthquakes.
Imo 
Imo has an average temperature of 16°C with moderate precipitation. Summers are hot, humid and short. Winter is usually a short season as well, only moderately chilling. In the extreme north-east are the Baffin Mountains (8,800 m), the only major mountain range in Imo. The Ali'a Plateau extends from the Old Sea to The Orient, and is known to be the most fertile farming land in the nation. Between the Floral Sea and Serpent's Tongue are the Floral Plains, a low lying area responsible for draining flood water into the sea.
Sek 
Sek has an average temperature of 4°C with a heavy amount of precipitation year round. The continent experiences very cold winters, with short cool summers. Extending south from the Imo juncture are the Floral-Winter Mountains (4,400 m), and along the eastern coast are the Orient-Knight Mountains (5,600 m). The Kach Basin (Central Sek) separates the mountains, and consists mostly of tundra. To the south-east are Knight Waters which remain frozen indefinitely. Winter Sea deteriorates in the summer. Western Sek is generally more habitable with accommodation highlands and little gradient. The Ocean of Tweek is off the east, the Serpent's Tongue is off the north.

Date & Time

The Fodist Domestic Standard (FDS) was created by the Yoshi Regime to regulate date and time. Before the FDS system was set in place, date and time were measured by abstract regional standards over which business couldn't transfer. Doctor Freedman, in conjunction with the Academy of Truth, devised the FDS system by calculating the movement of Loki in Epsilon Eridani. The calendar has 360 Die, held in 60 Hebdoma, held in 12 Mensi, held in one Annu. Consequently, 6 Die are held in a Hebdoma, 30 Die and 5 Hebdoma held in a Mensi.

Mensi
Amun Apep Bast Hath Mont Isis Sobe Heth Horu Thot Naun Maht
Die
Kajal Boris Rojin Knois Mepij Wiktj


History

Armistice

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Amun
</div>

By the turn of 1390 three major nations dominated Fod; Troj, Pars and Rjok. A century of fighting with one another over territorial possessions, specifically Cairo, had led to troubled times. With Troj on the edge of collapse, Amun, the Lord of Troj, called an armistice. Amun invited the lords of Pars and Rjok, Mont and Horu respectively, to convene at Cairo in 1393. Talk started immediately, and almost ended the same day. While Amun was able to settle the dispute with Mont and Horu, the others wouldn't settle with either. Horu left Cairo set on continuing war. In 1396, with war on every front, Amun once again invited Mont and Horu to Cairo. Horu refused to appear. With him absent, Amun and Mont talked easily, and an agreement was reached within the summer. Troj and Pars would become united and conquer Rjok, the reason for all trouble. Amun offered his daughter, Nyx, as a peace offering to Mont. Completely shocked by this sign of devotion, Mont refused, insisting that Nyx be treated with the highest of respect. In 1399, Rjok was conquered. Amun and Mont agreed to remain united, and created Fod as it's now known. They agreed that Nyx, a symbol of empathy, would take charge when they died.

Old Fod

Nyx was handed control of Fod in 1400. For the next century relatively little occurred. Nyx formed the government into a more solid being, edicts passed quietly improving commerce and living quality. People were generally content. Nyx met with representatives from across the Empire throughout this period and drafted the Governing Charter of Fodmodmadtol. It was declared law in 1410. It wasn't until 1490 the first signs of trouble appeared. In an explosive wake up call, the Fod government came under attack in an event known as the Massacre at the Ministry. Countless were injured and a high ranking government official was assassinated. The attack revealed a shocking scandal in Fod government, and from this point on a feeling of resentment would begin to grow. An anarchic movement appeared after Fod government published Radicalist Report, 1490. People demanded reform. In 1600 there was an attack in Cairo in which Fod government facilities were taken by rebels. Cairo was besieged until the following year when the rebellion collapsed. Nyx was abducted during the occupation. She was never seen again.

Early Fod

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Yoshi
</div>

The daughter of Nyx, Yoshi, assumed power. Yoshi was preoccupied mostly with reconstruction and stabilization. Martial law was enforced immediately following the Clover Rebellion and wasn't revoked until a referendum was initiated in 1612. With most of the public angry with Fod government Yoshi was coerced into loosening Fod government regulations and restrictions on commerce. The Fod market was officially opened in 1624, and private enterprise exploded. Instead of pleasing the public as it was intended to do, the open Fod market instigated capitalist associations. Around 1766 Yoshi's health began failing, and in 1788 opted for euthanasia. A majority of programs started by Yoshi failed.

Later Fod

Nokona, the daughter of Yoshi, assumed power. Unlike Yoshi who followed in the footsteps of Nyx, Nokona believed in a radically different philosophy. Upon ascendancy Nokona instated an instant laissez faire, laissez passer policy. The Fod government was dissolved and Nokona divied up state industry into private businesses. This instantaneous reaction upon ascendency was cheered by the public. For a while there was a general peace. This ended abruptly in 1804 when Nokona announced that Kay Medical would begin a hostile takeover of every existing business. By 1808 Kay Medical has acquired complete control of the market. With materials and services monopolized by a non-governmental, non-democratic entity, Fod was held under the most effective control in history. In 1989 Nokona hit menopause and declared regional war in The New Roman Empire. This was followed by a precision Rosian liberation. The regional war was averted. Nokona was displaced.

Modern Fod

Sacha, speaker of Cairo, assumed control in 2000. By this time the government was ineffective, business holding sovereign authority. A confidant of Sacha, Jordan, was forcibly installed as the executive of Kay Medical. (The institution of Kay Medical was dissolved, executive members incarcerated). With a friend in Kay Medical Sacha created Fodmodmadtol Administration-Corporation, a privatized government bound by contract to protect the citizen. In 2004 Sacha held the Fodmodmadtol populist election

Politics

Main article(s): Politics of Fodmodmadtol

Fodmodmadtol is a united empire, one nation with one supreme authority. The Cairo Paper is the document which establishes the current system of government, which established three basic governmental divisions, the Adel, the Duma, and the Baza. The Adel is the supreme authority which delegates power to the other divisions, the Duma which is a consultative legislative body, and the Baza which is a final arbiter in judgement of the law. Public opinion is focused almost entirely on the Duma, the only democratic facet of the government.

List of Unions

Union Description Leader Reign
Roman Union The Roman Union advocates majority spending in education, healthcare, and human services. The Union is largely socialist and favours economic reforms. Ironically, the Union's stance on restricted political access has garnered it the most support. Nano Reno 250
First Union The First Union supports the notion of a farmer's society, pushing the rural agenda through the Duma. The Union emphasizes military reform, proposing laws in the Duma to increase veteran pensions. Madison Burulcich 249
National Alliance 499
Richmond Faction Richmond Faction was created to be a moderating force within the Duma, recognizing the need for critical social programs while pushing hard-line conservative economic reform such as large-scale privitization. Ulster Winsor 203
Nation United Union The Nation United Union maintains a fascist agenda, which considers individual interests inferior to the needs of the state. The Union has tried to instate moral codes without success. Jupiter Fire 198
Kay Medical Kay Medical is funded in whole by the Kay Medical Corporarion. Kay Medical has repeatedly attested that if sworn into power they will tear down the government. Kay Medical is the vanguard of urban interests in the Duma. Jordan Lion 98
Sea to Sea Alliance 499
Lauder Base Lauder Base promotes recovering the theocracy from the early years of the Fodist state. They support the Emperor, and focus on promoting clergy from within the Ali'a into government positions. Phoenician Lauder 2
Independent 2

Economy

Main article(s): Economy of Fodmodmadtol

Fodmodmadtol is infamous for its fluctuating and unstable economy, which has proven to be wildy profitable over time. All business is owned and operated by the government. However, no venture is given special treatment. A business, if failing, will fail with no governmental interference.

List of Corporations

Corporation CEO Industry SOTEC
Sachem Andrew Calais Shelter 7
Amika & Company Laude Nomen Clothing 8
Hewlett Packard Daniel Morgan Nutrition, Farming & Ranching 8
asdf Nathan Everhart Sources Control 9
Alpha Sector of Industry 32
Helium Condor Orbits Weapons 7
Nys Nys Alliliah Entertainment 7
Traveler Joseph Clause Automobile 6
Saint Syndicate Helena Wall Leisure & Luxury Goods 9
Beta Sector of Industry 29
Kay Medical Jordan Lion Health 16
Hennes & Mauritz Rolf Eriksen Information 8
Kudos Anameth Jericho Energy 8
Canon Vestal Suri Kurick Communication 7
Omega Sector of Industry 39

Streitkräfte

Main article(s): Streitkräfte

The Fod Streitkräfte is divided into four Sections:

  • Armée de Terre (Army)
  • Armée de Mer (Navy)
  • Armée de Ciel (Air Force)
  • Gendarmerie (Special Interest)

Elitist Orbit, Fod's space based defense system, falls under the authority of the Gendarmerie. Gendarmerie serves as the national police force, and national guardian in times of crisis.

Society

Main article(s): Society of Fodmodmadtol

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A traditional Fodist dancer.
</div>

Fodist cultural practices are steeped in religion and ceremony, often seen as stiff or stiff-collared. Traditional practices aside, Fodist popular culture is often viewed as wildly liberal. Morals are left to the person, not the government. Most industries considered blasphemous by other nations are legalized. Various cultures from across Fod contribute to its berth of cultural pluralism, many different cultures living together side by side. This creates a unique atmosphere in urban areas, such as Emulov, where one can enjoy Alto music whilst dining in a Soprano cafe.

Fodist's have a long tradition of embracing the senses. Intricate graffiti-art is displayed across almost every building, ranging from simple tags to grandiose portraits. It's common for a string quartet to be found on an urban corner or a flutist in the subway, as the government subsidizes musicians to liven certain areas. Several schools exist for the arts. The largest is the Cairo Institute of Aesthetics, which has several academies throughout Fod including the Institute of Eyes and the Institute of Ears.

Sasha

Sasha is an allegorical symbol of the empire which first appeared after the fall of Rjok. She's often portrayed as a woman wearing white, adorned in frosted jewels. Sasha is a representation of the peace and wealth of the empire's masses. Often used as a symbol of unity, Sasha is represented in statues in imperial offices. In recent times important figures have been bestowed with the title of Sasha (Sa.) by the Lord Chancellor. Sasha is featured on coins and stamps.

Religion

The Roman Catholic Church is the predominant religion of Fod, followed closely by Ali'a. The influx of the new religion has caused many natives to riot over newly constructed cathedrals, though tolerance is spreading as Catholicism continues expanding. Ali'a is the oldest established institution of Fod, with long ties back into history and firmly rooted followers. Following the Roman Catholic Church and the Ali'a Sect are Zor'a, Abrahamic, Gnosticism and Humanism.

Ethnicity

Soprano, Alto, Bass, Baritone and Marzipan are the generalized ethnicities of Fod. These names refer to a culture, not the pitch of voice. The generalized ethnicities are defined by where they trace their ancestry. Soprano's claim lineage from the Troj nation, Alto's claim lineage from the Pars nation, and Bass' claim lineage from the Rjok nation. Each lineage has distinct physical features. Baritone's claim lineage from nomadic tribes of Imo and Sek (Gabriel being mostly uninhabited before the Unitary Empire). Marzipan is a class created by society to define foreigners, derived from the Fod expidition to The Planet Mars.

Urban and Rural divide

The nation is divided into an urban union and rural union. As with all countries there exist major ideological differences between the farms and cities. Historically speaking, this has been a problem for the nation since prior to the unification. Originally this conflict started between the cities of Troj and the farmland of Rjok, and eventually progressed into warfare over economic need. Even after the unification of Fod the conflict continued. The farmland stopped shipping material to industrialized centers, and the cities withdrew investment from agricultural ventures. The economy stagnated under those conditions, and the government needed a compromise between the cities and farmland. The Great Compromise created the current unions, establishing a precedent of treating urban and rural areas as separate facets of the nation. Both the urban union and rural union have their own set of law and order. These are regions of the nation defined by population, density, area, and product.

Education

Cours Premierment
Age Course Abbreviation
N-6 Premierment CP
Cours Deuxieme
Age Course Abbreviation
6-7 Elémentaire Q QS
7-8 Elémentaire R RS
8-9 Elémentaire S SS
9-10 Préparatoire 1 E1
10-11 Préparatoire 2 E2
11-12 Préparatoire 3 E3
Cours Troisième
Age Course Abbreviation
12-13 Classique A 3A
13-14 Classique B 3B
14-15 Classique C 3C
15-16 Semester A AA
16-17 Semester B BB
17-18 Terminal TERM

All educational programs in Fod are regulated by the Consul of Truth. Instructors are employed by Administration and are consequently civil servants. The curriculum is the same for all Fod students in any given Cours. However, there exist specialized sections and a variety of options that students can choose. The reference for all Fodist educators is the National Truth Archive which catalogs all teaching directives. The school calender has two breaks, the month of Isis and the month of Maht, otherwise, the calender is completely uninterrupted. Most students have finished their year by Bastille Day. The school calendar is standardized throughout Fod Proper. Most, if not all teaching directives developed for the Fodist education system were developed under the authority of Doctor Freedman. Fod is divided into academies, or seperate school districts.

Cours Premierment

Cours Premierment gives children study skill, while providing lessons in social decorum. This Cours involves children and their parents, stressing the responsibility of everyone in the learning process. Curriculum includes the colors, the alphabet and the numbers. This Cours also takes learning outside the Academy.

Cours Deuxième

Academy Cours Deuxième is mandatory for children six to twelve years of age. Cours Deuxième is sectioned into two levels, Elémentaire and Préparatoire. The former is an important step in the educational process, as it is when children are introduced to reading and writing. Much akin to other educational systems, Elémentaire usually has a single teacher who instructs in many different disciplines, such as mathematics, science and history. The latter elaborates on the childrens' rudimentary knowledge, delving in an assortment of different mathematical theories, scientific methods and social studies. At this level children are given a choice of which study they would like to pursue. An intensive culture program is also introduced at this level, which makes available a slew of artistic and creative studies.

Cours Troisième

It is required that students attend Academy Cours Troisième. It continues with the knowledge base from Préparatoire into Classique. Into Cours Semester, however, the curriculum changes dramatically. A student has mostly free roam, able to pick and choose which studies to follow. It's required that students choose studies pertinent to success.

Cumulative Assessment Test

The Cumulative Assessment Test or CAT is an examination initiated by Fod in 2006 which, by definition, is to determine the state of a student's mind. The CAT is a required examination issued at the end of TERM. If a student fails they're sent to specifically designated education facilities, entirely separate from a standard academy.

See also

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