Nordir

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Nordir
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Flag of Nordir
Motto: Hail and Kill
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Region The Thulic Axis
Capital Asgard
Official Language(s) Norse, Swedish, German, English
Leader Chancellor Magnus Yggdrasil of the Social Nationalist Meritocratic Party.
Population 125 Million
Currency Nordic Merit 
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Overview

The Thulist Reich of Nordir is a relatively large, safe and environmentally stunning nation, notable for its strong, anti-buisness politics. Its stable and homogenous population of 600 million are ruled with an iron fist by the mostly benevolent dictatorship government, which acts as a vanguard for the Nation's interests.

It is hard to tell where the omnipresent government stops and the rest of society begins. In regular lives, citizens remain relatively unoproessed with a bill of reasonable civil rights. A strong sense of National unity, honor and integrity exists almost universally in Nodir. Citizens are fiercely loyal to the National cause. Foreign influence is frowned upon, in an intellectual ethnocentric sort of manor. This is due to the racial and trbial homogeniety of this nation's history. The economy is mostly centrally administered, and top priorities are Law and Order, Healthcare, Education, and Defense. The surrounding community views this culture as corrupt, but to the citizens of Nordir, anything else would be destructive, degenerate, backwards and unthinkable. Likewise, citizens of Nordir view other, more multicultural, capitalistic countries as immoral and corrupt.

Birds and children's kites are regularly brought down by anti-aircraft fire, Nordir's army is full of two-metre tall super-soldiers, convicted felons are forced into slavery for their crimes, the country has been 'going shopping' by annexing nearby nations for their resources, and public loudspeakers constantly tell citizens they are "happy people". Crime is totally unknown thanks to the all pervasive police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. The national animal is the Eagle, which flies majestically and freely through the beautiful and unpolluted skies of this wonderful Nation, and it's currency is the Thulmark. (mostly electronically stored).

Nordir is ranked 4th in the region and 28,304th in the NS world statistics for Safest Nations.

Official Name: The National Socialist Meritocratic Reich of Nordir (NSMRN) Short Names: The Thulist Reich of Nordir, the Socialist Confederacy of Nordir, Nordir.

Geography

Nordir is a large peninsula and a few large islands located in the frozen northlands. It has many rivers, mountains and forests. The peninsula has a mountain range along the base, making the Nation easily defendable from land invasion.

Government and laws

Nordir has an innovative form of government known as a National Socialist Meritocratic Confederation. The nation is divided into sovereign, regional states, that all must abide by the confederation government. The government technically encompasses the whole population, the state is the populace and the elite. The Nation is laregely politically governed by an executive command, a department that goes down from the chancellor to a common policeman: governed in a meritocratic manor. Citizens rise and fall on a basis of merit, and consequencially, Nordir's politicians are not dictatorial thugs, populist liars, or corporate puppets, but rather highly trained, gifted, dedicated and truly capable professionals. This "dictatorship" acts as a vanguard for the nation's interests, dealing with issues that become corrupted if left up to popular opinion. The reason Nordir's meritocracy avoids corruption is that within the meritocracy there are many checks and balances, and that nearly anyone can rise to influence, regardless of upbringing. There is virtually no class system, the economy is centrally administered, and the meritocracy is full of checks and balances to ensure that no power hungry individual can sabotage the interests of the nation. Each region is governed by an excecutive parliament of meritous individuals, and a consul. Central authority is maintained in the states, they are decently sized and easily managable. The economic affairs are handled regionally. The National Government is run in the same way, and states must answer to Asgard for many key issues, such as war, expansion, etc. Statesmen and State service personel are given a polite salute in public, it is not law, however, it is considered rude not to do so. Pointless petty offenses are not bothered with, and citizens are able to do pretty much anything they want with their money, besides bribe state officials. Beneficial drugs such as Marijuana, Alcohol, Psilocybin Mushrooms, LSD and Peyote are legal for personal recreational use, however, they are heavily taxed, and drugs that affect reproduction are taken into consideration when applying for a reproduciton liscense. On the other hand, violent criminals are either sent to the extensive network of labor camps or excecuted. While the omnipresent socially-minded government cares for its own people, it has little concern for outsiders. All non-Nordiri immigration is illegal, and only ethnic Nordiri can hold citizenship. If overpopulation and squalor becomes a problem in Nordir, wars are fought for living space and bare rescources. Nordir's superior and revolutionary battle tactics, logistics, technology and super-soldiers.

Law, Order, and National Defense

The branches of law enforcement and military include: The Offensive Legion (Army), The Shield Legion (National Guard), The Air Force, The Storm Legion (Elite soldiers), and the National Armada. The National Armada now includes a fleet of starships. An elite police and intelligence agency known simply as "The Order" is feared and respected. The Order is the State police, but regional and municipal branches also exist. Service in one of these branches is compulsory for a minimum of two years, although the elite and all purpose Storm Legion takes only volunteers, and all applicants are studied through and through, an excessive seemingly ridiculous investigation. If accepted, soldiers undertake training of epic standards, unlike anything that has ever been thrown at them before. The program is designed by elite psychologists, sociologists, biologists and military geniuses to create the most efficient, loyal and ruthlessly effective fighting force ever to walk the face of the earth. Compulsory service is not excluded to military, citizens have the liberty of choosing ANY of the following branches of National Service: Law Enforcement, Fire Fighting, National Armada, The Air Force, The Shield Legion, The Offensive Legion, and many other organizations of state service including the Storm Legion and The Order. Of course citizens must meet the credentials and standards deemed nessessary to serve in any of these organizations. There is also voluntary militias that are organized locally and approved regionally.

Ethnicity

The Nordiri are nearly all descendents of nordic indo-europeans. They are typically tall, fair haired, blue or green eyed, and have fair skin. There are a minority of black haired and red haired individuals, although these are not nearly as commonplace as the fair haired majority. Nordiri are taller than most races, the average adult male is about 6' 2. A eugenics program by the name of National Health is somewhat in place, all citizens desiring to become parents must pass tests to prove their biological, social and mental capabilities. Citizens with incurable hereditary genetic disorders are sterilized, and parents who fail to comply with requirement laws are punnished according to their individual situation. These laws also make sure that overpopulation is never a problem. The fruits of these precautions result in a healthy, homogenous and stable population of defined Nordiri. Racial-Discrimination and class-discrimination is non-existant, as there are no diferent races and classes are non-existant. Every citizen is part of the government and can rise or fall according to merit and ability, and nothing else. Anyone may marry, to be unmarried is frowned upon in Nordiri society. If a genetically disabled person marries and choses to have children, the couple may not have their own. However, if the couple qualifies in the other tests, they may adopt a Nordiri child who has been taken from parents who are deemed unfit to raise children.

Economy

The economy of Nordir is mainly centrally administered, allowing for some mild, non-destructive buisness that is heavily taxed. Religious organizations are allowed, however they are heavily taxed. Much of the economy is run by the executive command, but some descisions are challenged and compromised by the National Soviet. Therefore, all major industry is run meritocratically democratically. Some major industries include: Agriculture, mining, arms manufacturing, publishing, marijuana, the arts, and many more. The economy, like the population is steady, but not threatening to literally consume everything the nation stands for. The socialistic government taxes citzens proporionately to their wealth. They're are virtually no classes in most of Nordir, with some people falling through the cracks, and some rising above. There is inscentive to strive for excellence, as well as a safety net for unfortunate citizens. Healthcare, employment, and housing is universal. Hard working citizens have nothing to fear about the loss of their hard earned money. There are 30 hour work weeks, and a 5 week paid vacation. Private property (i.e. the means of production) is illegal to own, except publically and a distinction is made between private property and personal property. Citizens still have the chance to indulge in life's sweeter deserts, and they are rewarded and secured financially. The result is a confident, motivated, loyal and efficient work force. Life in Nordir has never been better.

Healthcare, welfare and Education

Education is universal and free in Nordir, and schools are specialized according to individual needs. In the schools however, students are taught from an early age that the community and nation comes before the individual. In Nordir, the image of being selfish and capitalistic is about as socially unacceptable as being a "racist" in other countries. People that advocate "corporate trade" (the free market) and self before community are viewed as bigotted and un-intellectual. In Nordir the policy is, the community takes care of the individual so the individual takes care of the community, but if the individual doesen't take care of the community, the community will not take care of the individual. The welfare system is complex, and it is dishonorable to use it. Housing and work is availible in areas such as mining camps, agriculture, and the other few state-run industries that require labor. There is always some maintience or labor job to be done, and the unfortunate are given the oppurtunity to work their way out of their mistakes. It is rehabilitation to the individual and the community. There are close to zero unskilled workers in the Nordiri workforce, students skills, interests, apirtations, speciality and merit are all identified and embraced in the intricate education system that recognizes that people are different, but they use they're differences to work together. Healthcare is universal. The result of the means of production being owned and Nordir's policies of national preservation ensures that there is enough revenue to fund all of these programs.

Reacreation and Daily Life

In their daily lives, citizens are allowed to do much as they please. Ski Resorts are commonplace in the mountains, the resorts provide thousands of jobs, stabe economic growth, and a great way to enjoy the splendor that is Nordir. Mountain, Ice and Rock climbing are favorite passtimes, and there are many places to indulge in such activities. River rafting, swimming, boating and other watersports are viewed as classical to Nordiri culture. Fishing is a big industry and a favorite activity. Hunting is allowed (and loved), although assault weapons are not permitted for non-military use and hunters must comply with environmetal laws. Music, ranging from classical symphonies to heavy metal bands, is well respected and loved in Nordir. Major publicized sports include hockey, paintballing, and racing. The gambling industry is run under strict state guidelines, and many beneficial recreational drugs are readily availible. All in all, citizens of Nordir live quite enjoyable lives, with relatively high standards of living and plenty of recreational oppurtunities for them to enjoy. Most Nordiri enjoy quiet lives, working in their appropriate fields, coming home to their families, and enjoying what Nordir has to offer. After all, what would Nordir be without the Nordiri people?

International Affairs and Territorial Claims

Nordir's allies are few, and counts it's longtime associate in ideology, The Dominon of The Aryana as one of it's strongest and most trusted allies. They are part of a larger union of sovereign National Socialist Meritocracies, known as The Thulic Axis. Enemies of Nordir are numerous, but most prefer to live peacefully and allow Nordir to achieve it's interests. Pro-Nordir movements are springing up in every neighboring nation. Nordir is investing in an extensive space program, establishing colonies on Mars, and a few of Jupiter and Saturn's moons. Large environental projects are undertaken on these new landscapes, the ultimate goal is to create new living space.

Cities and Infrastructure

The Nation has an extensive public transport system including an intricate subway, monorail, flight and bus system. The inner cities consist of appartments, various government run industry stations, and very small buisness. The countryside is very well preserved, there are huge agricultural fields outside of the cities. The inner cities are very developed, there are huge residential sectors underground and in skyscrapers. Cities are divided into Districts, which in turn are divided into sectors, which in turn are divided into neighborhoods. These are intricatly designed collectives, and have their respective executive command officials, as well as divisions of the national services. There is usually only one large city per region, and national preservation policies have prevented overpopulation, but have maintained a steady and healthy rate of population growth. The city-state is the fundamental unit of the nation, cities can be largely self sufficient and sustaining, while enjoying all the benefits of the nation. Because of the meritocratic, all inclusive nature of the state, the cities are all just a very important part of the nation. Energy sources are very efficient as well as environmentally friendly. Nordiri scientists have created efficient and safe hydrogen fuel plants, most powered vehicles are run by this fuel. For raw electricity, geothermal, wind, solar, Nuclear (to some extent), and hydro power are utilized. The burning of fossil fuels is not only highly illegal, it is viewed as immoral and the epidemy of a "litter bug".

Religion

The religion of Nordir is an ancient Nordic religion with strong values of honor and harmony with nature. It advocates balance and stability while reaching for excellence. Today, the religion is not taken seriously by most, but it's values still are strongly engrained in the Nordiri. Most Nordiri have awknowleged science and evolution as nature's law, however many see interesting parellels between natural history , written history, and Nordiri mythology.

The Aryan Army and Invasions

Nordir is an active and high-ranking member of the Aryan Army, and has led invasions in the past, most notably the Pacific Northwest and Thule.

Some of Nordir's most notable "arms" include, Noreich, The Thulic Empire. The Aryan Resistance. and Revolutionary Pacifica.