Valyrion

The Province of Valyrion Valyrionis Sothus
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Motto: Per la Patria
Capital	Aithlin
Largest City	Aithlin
Official languages	English, Latin, Alfarian
Recognised national languages	English, Latin, (and at least fifty-one other languages)
Ethnic groups (2034)	83.8% Amadorian1 16.2% Other
Demonym(s)	Valyrian
Government	Absolute Monarchy with a Bicameral Government
• Archon	Sirilla Carmeen
• Praetor	Lorgain Mac'Tir
Establishment
• The Great Expeditions	873 AD
• Imperial Province	1316 AD
Area
•	11,428,000 km2 (4,412,000 sq mi)
• Water (%)	4.7%
Population
• 2034 estimate	3,215,758,000 (5th)
• 2030 census	3,213,758,000
GDP (PPP)	2030 estimate
• Total	$243.103 trillion (4th)
• Per capita	$85,334.56 (1st)
GDP (nominal)	2030 estimate
• Total	$241.187 trillion2 2.2% (4th)
• Per capita	$82,394.562 0.8% (1st)
Gini (2030)	22.4 low
HDI (2030)	0.951 very high (1st)
Currency	Aeures (₳)
Time zone	Gothic North-Central Time (BNCT+8)
Date format	dd/mm/yyyy
Driving side	right
Calling code	117
ISO 3166 code	AKC
Internet TLD	.akc

The Imperial Province of Valyrion, commonly referred to as Valyrion, is an overseas semi-autonomous republic and province of the Imperium of Amador. Founded in 873 AD as a colonial possession, Valyrion has grown into one of Amador's most important territorial possessions. With over three billion citizens across the territory, Valyrion is the second most popular imperial territory of Amador, second only to Eska Alfaria. Valyrion is led by the Archon, Sirilla Carmeen. Valyrion is located in Varathron, a sister region of Gholgoth. The province operates as a semi-autonomous republic swearing fealty to the House of Amador and by extension, queen Maeralya.

Aithlin is the capital and largest city of the province. Valyrion is defined by the Moragdel Mountains a weathered chain of mountains, which run the length of the territory from east to west through the central portions of the province. Its coastal areas are flat and abundantly populated with plentiful arable lands. Verdant wildlife is common in the forests of coastal lowlands. Tundras smother the southwestern areas, while expansive plains suitable for agriculture encompasses southeastern Valyrion.

Valyrion, as an overseas territory of Amador, is home to an extensive and well-defined military structure and industrial complex, with Valyrion itself housing Varathron Regional Fleet Command - Amador (VRFCA). The provinces plays an important role is maintaining and defending Alfar interests abroad. Naval Station Orelian and Rulkien Joint-Military base are such examples of Alfar defense in the region.

Valyrion is part of the Amadorian Empire and is populated primarily by the Alfar, though there are sizable populations of humans and other non-human species, such as dwarves, orcs, and goblins. The Alfarian Dragon is also known to roam in Valyrion's weathered mountains, though not in sizable numbers. While the Archon is the de facto leader of an Imperial Overseas Province, they still swear allegiance to the throne of Amador and to its rightful sovereign. Maeralya Amador is the current sovereign to which Valyrion swears its allegiance.

History

Main article: History of Valyrion

Colony of Valyrion (873 AD)

The Ervinian Revolution (1109 AD - 1121 AD)

Valyrion's colonization sparked local native tribes to initially view the new settlers with hesitancy, though in time, the Alfar would be welcomed. This was not the case for the Ervini Tribe, a loose confederation of states that sprung up in revolution against the Alfar in the early 1100s. The Ervini, a native human tribe led by Galbortic Tiane, would rise up againat the Alfar and attack the village of Enrica on the northern coast.

Alfar response was slow, with the colony not fully protected by mainland Amador at the time. The governor of Valyrion at the time, Thedric Commodore would utilized the protected walled-settlements as deterrents to the Ervini, who lacked adequate siege equipment.

Imperial Province of Valyrion (1316 AD - Present AD)

Valyrion would formally be inducted into Amador as a province following the Wekan Accords, formalizing Valyrion's entry into the Imperium and subsequently gaining full representation in Amador's government. Provincehood would see a demographical and economical boon for Valyrion, with the state profiting greatly from increased trade and migration to the territory. Provincehood would provide Valyrion with extensive resources to grow into what it would become in the modern age.

With the induction into the Imperium, Valyrion not only gained provincehood, but also a status as an Imperial Overseas Province, granting it a semi-autonomous government that is free to create and enforces laws so long as said laws would not break overal imperial law. Archon Elisabet Ruriken would be Valyrion's first appointed archon and moved swiftly to establish the territory as a prominent piece of the Alfar Empire.

Geography

The Southern Reaches, a frozen and desolate sea

Valyrion is a large province of Amador in Varathron and is home to numerous different climates. Located in southern Varathron on the Tirellian Peninsula, Valyrion is the third largest overseas territory of Amador by area behind Ilethlean and Eska Alfaria. It shares a maritime border with Vorkat to the wests of its westernmost tip. Valyrion is relatively flat, save for the Moragdel Mountains, with the Man'el Tor Vaska Forest covering much of the northern territory and the Yurgred Plains covering the southeastern areas, while the southwestern area is contained by the Irillian Tundra, a vast stretch of permafrost lands devoid of relative settlement. The Moragdel mountains split the nation into these biomes.

The Moragdel Mountains run the spine of the province

The Moragdel Mountains runs the spine of the territory from west to east. An ancient chain of mountains, the chain's relative heigh typically averages out to around 1,600 meters in height. Most peaks are rounded and forest-covered, offering the nation a natural and stunning view of nature. The tallest mountain and tallest natural object above sea level in Valyrion is Mount Fayleren at 2,389 meters.

A lake in Valyrion

Lake Rurnith is the largest lake by surface area in Valyrion and its deepest. It is the most important freshwater source in the territory, supplying more than 37% of freshwater needs for Valyrion. Much of Valyrion's population can be found alongside the numerous lakes and rivers of the territory and along coastal settlements.

The Parishia River is the main tributary of Lake Runith and is the second longest river in Valyrion after the the Suakina River. It stretches from Ailith from the west, to the southeasternmost village in Valyrion, Carne. The Menas-Ailith Watershed, formed from the Encuriel, is the most populated area of Valyrion.

Climate

Northern Valyrion enjoys substantially warmer weather than that of southern Valryion. The Southern Reaches cover a large portion of the southwestern area of the province, with abundant permafrost via the Irillian Tundra and conifer forests covering the land. Overall, Valyrion enjoys war summers and mild, if not cold winters. As a result, southwestern Valyrion remains largely undeveloped outside of a few population centers.

Western Valyrion, along the coast and near the capital of Aithlin enjoys an oceanic climate with slight variations in humid subtropical climate locales. Varlyrion's largest cities are found here, with the areas being flat and arable. Percipitation in this area is moderate throughout the year, with decreases during the winter months and increases during the summer months.

Climate data for Valyrion
Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec	Year
Daily mean °C (°F)	3.7 (38.7)	7.7 (45.9)	11.0 (51.8)	16.9 (62.4)	21.2 (70.2)	24.8 (76.6)	24.2 (75.6)	18.9 (66.0)	15.3 (59.5)	11.8 (53.2)	8.2 (46.8)	5.7 (42.3)	14.11 (57.40)
Average precipitation mm (inches)	60.4 (2.38)	79.3 (3.12)	80.3 (3.16)	80.9 (3.19)	68.4 (2.69)	57.4 (2.26)	53.2 (2.09)	56.1 (2.21)	63.9 (2.52)	60.7 (2.39)	63.3 (2.49)	65.7 (2.59)	789.6 (31.09)
Mean monthly sunshine hours	135	137	158	160	174	165	162	155	152	150	143	148	1,849
Source: Valyrionii Geography Department. Numbers were converted to international units.

Biodiversity

Main article: Wildlife of Valryion

Government and Politics

Structure

Valyrion is a semi-autonomous republic led by an appointed Archon and an elected Provincial Duma. As a territory of Amador, it must obey its laws. As an official Crown Territory of the Imperium, Queen Maeralya is the rightful sovereign of Valyrion and its ultimate authority. Owing to its status as an overseas territory and being extra regional, Valyrion has been granted limited autonomy and acts as its own independent nations in matters of regional politics, excluding defense at the behest of the Monarchy under the command of an Archon. The Dumat Writ, the governing article of the territory, dictaces obedience to the Imperium and the Crown. It also establishes the position of Archon as a central authority. An Archon's power is akin to that of head-of-state, so long as the archon does not breach Imperial Law. Under the Charter, the Archon appoints a twelve-person council, called the Council of Twelve, a representative for each State of the territory and an additional representative for the capital, Aithlin. Each representative acts as a representative and lawmaker in their respective territories. with atamans to enforce their rules. They swear obedience to the Archon and the Imperium.

Infrastructure

Valyrion possesses an advanved infrastructure based on cohabitation with its natural surroundings. A series of expressways loop around the province, serving vehicular traffic of everyday Valyrionii citizens. Like its motherland, Amador, Valyrion is has a robust airship network designed to accommodate and transport a large flow of citizens and tourists alike, with numerous skyports throughout the nation in major cities and small villages. An expansive high speed rail network, Valyrionii Lightning Rails, connects all major cities in the province and forms the backbone of civilian transportation.

Valryion's geography enables it to have numerous navigable waterways and canals. Inland ports, as a result, filter through the vast amounts of cargo being brought into the province. X'aria International Airport in Aithlin, is the primary inlet nexus for international travelers into Valyrion. Owing to favorable geography, the nation is littered with waterways able to be traversed by large barges and other ships. Inland ports, as a result, filter through vast amounts of cargo due to other parts of the nation. There are tens of thousands of airports in Amador, including the Tiami International Airport, the nations largest in terms of passenger volume. Airports handle civilian and freight together. Most aircraft are powered vie solar energies. Skyports are spread throughout the nation, offering the use of airships as an additional means of aerial travel.

Energy

Valyrion makes of us renewable energy sources such as wind, solar, hydropower, and geothermal energies in place off coal, oil, and other nonrenewable sources. Valyrion aims to be a net zero emissions country by 2040, with its currently at 97% of its goal. Furthermore, policies are geared to reduce negative affects on the environment, setting guidelines on production and demands for energy. Nuclear power is also prominently used as a means of electrical generation, with 17% of Valyrion's energy production being nuclear.

Transportation Network

Main article: Transportation in Amador

Valyrion, given its proximity to Amador, retains its extensive transportation network, with primary emphasis being given to rail and air travel as opposed to vehicular travel. Countless investments in bus netowrks, monorail and high-speed rail have seen a substantial decrease in personal ownership of vehicles. Valyrion goes to great lengths to provide an efficient public transportation system despite the enormous costs of maintenance. Much of the network, be it vehicles, rail, or air orientated, is operated on renewable energies such as hydropower and solar power. Roughly three-quarters of all public transportation is considered eco-friendly. This number is expected to rise to 90 % by 2040.

Seaports

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