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==Demographics==
==Demographics==
===Languages===
===Languages===
There are 8 defined national languages of Odevia: Common, Common-Radi, Calay, Fwanwi, Lumerian, Niddian, Radi, and Sermese.The dominant language of the [[federal government of Odevia|government]] is [[Common Standard]]. Common is the ''{{wp|de-facto}} {{wp|lingua franca}}'' for Odevia. Common and its various accents and dialects are collectively considered a {{wp|national language}}. Common is spoken by 99% of the population, 34% of such speaking it as their native language. Most native speakers can be found in urban areas and the states of [[New Avelon]] and [[Williamsland]], as well as the city of [[Ar Lavo]]. [[Radi language|Radi]], the second-most spoken language, is the official language of the state of [[Radistan]] and is commonly spoken both as a second-language and by ethnic [[Radis]]. [[Common-Radi]], a {{wp|mixed language}}, is codified as a standard of Common and a {{wp|sister language}}.
There are 8 defined national languages of Odevia: Common, Common-Radi, Calay, Fwanwi, Lumerian, Niddian, Radi, and Sermese. The dominant language of the [[federal government of Odevia|federal government]] is [[Common Standard]]. Although the language of education, business, and day-to-day communications varies significantly [[states of Odevia|state to state]], Common is the ''{{wp|de-facto}} {{wp|lingua franca}}'' in Odevia; its various accents and dialects are collectively considered a {{wp|national language}}. Common is spoken by 99% of the population, 34% of such speaking it as their native language. A majority of Odevians can speak at least two languages. Most native speakers can be found in urban areas and the states of [[New Avelon]] and [[Williamsland]]. [[Radi language|Radi]], the second-most spoken language, is the official language of the state of [[Radistan]] and is commonly spoken both as a second-language and by ethnic [[Radis]]. [[Common-Radi]], a {{wp|mixed language}}, is codified as a standard of Common and a {{wp|sister language}}.
 
There are dozens of additional languages spoken natively in Odevia.


==Culture==
==Culture==

Latest revision as of 23:58, 22 October 2024

United Federal States of Odevia
(in other national languages)
  • Common-Radi:Odeeva Paatdaraal Uniteed Stats
    Calay:نڬارا بغيان أودڤيا
    Negara Bagian Odevia
    Fwanwi:Nagara Bagéyan Odevia
    Lumerian:États fédéraux unis d'Odevia
    Niddian:Nagara Bagian Odevia
    Radi:Odeeva Pyihtaungsu Phaittare Naingnganmyar
    Sermese:Prathet Samachik Rat Odevia
Flag of
Flag
of
Coat of arms
Map of Odevia in the Wider Realms
Map of Odevia in the Wider Realms
CapitalJohnstown
Largest cityAr Lavo
Official languagesCommon Standard
Recognised national languagesCommon
Common-Radi
Calay
Fwanwi
Lumerian
Niddian
Radi
Sermese
Demonym(s)Odevian
GovernmentFederal presidential republic
• President
Jimmy Sind
Aditya Corum
Monique Cong
LegislatureFederal Congress
House of the States
House of the People
Independence from Avelon
• Declared
1695
1705
Population
• 2024 estimate
35,000,000 (2nd)
HDI (2024)Steady 0.734
high
CurrencyOdevian dollar ($)

Odevia, officially the United Federal States of Odevia (UFSO), is a country in the Southern realms and the second-most populous country in the Wider Realms. Spanning the South-West, Odevia's vast geography is diverse across its 8 federal states. The largest city is Ar Lavo and Johnston is the capital and second-largest city.

Human activity in what is now Odevia has been recorded since the Early era. During the Classic era, the South-Western realms was under the Pacalay Empire sphere of influence. The Radi-Fwani Empire arose in the Middle era and was the most considerable power in the South-West region until the Avenian Empire began its colonization and conquest of Odevia. Odevia was founded as a colonial federation in 1622 as a compromise from the South-West Rebellion. Odevia formally declared independence in 1695.

Odevia is a federal presidential republic, with the president as the head of state. The Odevian Armed Forces are the country's military. Odevia is a multicultural state; most of the population are Indigenous Southern language-speakers, followed by descendants of Avenian settlers, and modern immigrants. Common, the official language, is spoken as native and second language by 34% and 65% of the population respectively (in total 99%), and has become a global lingua franca. Dozens of other languages are spoken natively in Odevia, and there are 8 recognized national languages.

Odevia is a considerable power with a large diversified economy chiefly based in services, followed by industry and agriculture. Odevian culture, music, and films are globally popular in the Wider Realms. Odevia is a founding member of the Organization of Nations and the Democratic League. A democratic state, wealth inequality is a growing issue.

Government and politics

Odevia is the federal presidential republic. It is the worlds oldest intact federation and is composed of 8 states. Its constitution, the worlds oldest, is the country's supreme law and defines the government as composed of the executive President, an independent judiciary, and legislature. The President is the head of state and is elected every four years, wielding considerably executive power. The Federal Congress is the unicameral legislature of Odevia.

Administrative divisions

Odevia is divided into 8 federal states:

Military

The Odevian Armed Forces are the country's military.

Society and safety

According to the Independent Organization, Odevia is "free" with elections considered generally "free and fair".

Odevia is ranked "somewhat safe", with certain urban regions having the most challenges. Harassment and abuse from law enforcement has been identified as a persistent issue. About one-fifth of the adult population is armed.

Alcohol consumption and purchase is legal and commonplace.

Odevian citizens can travel and obtain a passport issued by the Ministry of Public Services.

Demographics

Languages

There are 8 defined national languages of Odevia: Common, Common-Radi, Calay, Fwanwi, Lumerian, Niddian, Radi, and Sermese. The dominant language of the federal government is Common Standard. Although the language of education, business, and day-to-day communications varies significantly state to state, Common is the de-facto lingua franca in Odevia; its various accents and dialects are collectively considered a national language. Common is spoken by 99% of the population, 34% of such speaking it as their native language. A majority of Odevians can speak at least two languages. Most native speakers can be found in urban areas and the states of New Avelon and Williamsland. Radi, the second-most spoken language, is the official language of the state of Radistan and is commonly spoken both as a second-language and by ethnic Radis. Common-Radi, a mixed language, is codified as a standard of Common and a sister language.

There are dozens of additional languages spoken natively in Odevia.

Culture

Odevia is home to a wide variety of ethnic groups, traditions, and values, traditionally united by a sense of civic nationalism and aspiration for liberty. Its culture is a "melting pot" of both Southern and Western influence. With Common Standard as the unifying national language and lingua franca, Odevia's cultural sector is enormous and is internationally popular and influential. Regionalism plays a large role in the cultures of individual Odevian states.

See also