New Exodus

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New Exodus
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Flag of New Exodus
Motto: "Per Aspera Ad Astra - Through Adversity to the Stars"
Region Earth Orbit
Capital
Official Language(s) English
Leader Commander Haase
Population
Currency the New Exodus Credit 
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Who We Are:

The Orbital Colonies of New Exodus are the largest and oldest nation in Earth Orbit/Cislunar Space. They are located at Lagrange Point One, a location between Terra (Earth) and Luna (The Moon) where gravitational forces balance out. New Exodus also has territory near Luna's southern pole, as well as in the asteroid and Kuiper belts.

Population and Government:

The nation itself is made up of hundreds of individual space colonies, each holding anywhere from 25 thousand to 6 million inhabitants. Every colony has a local government that oversees day-to-day operations and maintenance of that colony. Colonies are then grouped into "clusters," which can range in size from 5 to 15 individual colonies. Each cluster is overseen by a Duke or Duchess (these are actually elected officials, despite the names), who generally keeps track of broad social and economic trends. The Dukes and Duchesses make up the New Exodus Forum, which makes legislature similar to many parliaments and senates in other nations. However, any decision with major moral or societal overtones must appear before the Colonial Commander for his or her ruling. The "CC" is tasked with upholding the overall societal stability of the Colonies, and is also the head diplomat and military leader. In matters of peace, war, and moral decisions, the Commander's word is law.

Culture:

New Exodus was settled by diverse groups (although Catholics made up the largest percentage) with a common goal: to re-establish a moral and orderly society. People of all "races," faiths, cultures and political affiliations worked together to bring about a nation where peace, order, and love were the highest virtues any person could strive for.

International Relations:

New Exodus began as a single space colony and associated Lunar mining base, and has grown beyond what anyone had quite expected. Much of this expansion and prosperity is because of two allied nations. The nation of Crazed Marines was founded with assistance from the New Exodus colonies, and has been a staunch ally ever since. Their massive military force, region wide minefield to ward off invaders, and incredible pace of scientific advancement has been vital to securing the safety of the region. While a reclusive nation, Crystal Ireland has provided many new breakthroughs in science and magic (the latter was not recognized by most citizens of New Exodus until the discovery of Crystal Ireland). In fact, rumors abound that the current Colonial Commander is seeking to marry the heir to Crystal Ireland's throne, thus uniting the two nations.

New Exodus is committed to maintaining peace in Cislunar Space, and has played a major role in several treaty negotiations. Also, they are current members of the United Federation of Planets, and of the Galactic Exploration, Defense, and Research Alliance(GEDRA).