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The '''United Confederation of the Amber Isles''', or simply the Amber Isles or the acronym UCAI, are a small collective of Islands situated within the western half of [[Amber Lake]] in [[Argis]]. They were formally core territories of the Kingdom and then the Republic of [[Baltica]], having been the first places ever to be conquered by the Dolch in their great crusades within Baltica. Despite being independent on paper, they operate closely with the Federation of Baltica, relying on them for both defences and to some extent economy, as they both operate under a single shared market known as the Amber Lake Economic Community (ALEC). The two also share an EEZ, both exploiting one another's waters for fish and natural gas. Collectively, the Amber Isles only possess a population of 67K, most of whom rest on the largest Island of St Casimir, named after Saint Casimir of Niden, who built the first Catholic Monastery in Baltica. The current capital of the Amber Isles resides in Niden, which remains the second-largest city, behind St Casimir City.
The '''Federal Territories of the Eastern Isles''', or simply the Eastern Isles or the acronym FTEI, are a small collective of islands situated on the eastern coast of [[Baltica]]. They were formally core territories of the [[Kingdom of Baltica|Kingdom]] and then the Republic of [[Baltica]], having been official territories of the [[Baltican Royal Family]] in the 17th century. Now, they are one of only two so called "Federal Regions" of Baltica, being officially administered and ruled by the Baltican Federal Government, although not to the same extent as other Federal Territories, specifically the [[Ramutia Territory|Ramutia Federal Territory]]. They continue to operate with some autonomy, electing local majors as well as a Territory Governor. Much of its economy consists of fishing and the small extraction of Natural Gas from [[Baltica|Balticas]] Eastern coast. Collectively the Eastern Isles have a population of 67,000 people, most of whom inhabit the largest island of [[St Bunno Island|St Bunno]], named after [[Saint Bunno]]. The current capital of the Eastern Isles is the city of [[Kiule]], which remains its second largest city, behind [[Bunostadt]].


== Etymology ==
== Etymology ==


The Amber Isles get their name because of the Amber Lake. Being a collective of Islands within Amber Lake, they also contain many deposits of natural raw amber, which often washes up on the Islands during large tides. However, the four Islands that make up the UCAI all have their respective names, this being (In order of Size): St Casimir Island, St Bunno Island and the Pebble Islands. St Casimir Island gets its name from Saint Casimir of Niden, a very important priest for Catholic Dolch and Balticans. St Bunno Island gets its name from Saint Bunno of Barm, who governed the Island for half a decade during the collapse of the Order of Baltishtin, and after his services King Fresin I would reward him by naming the Island after him. Lastly, the pebble Islands are two Islands, that get their name because of their small size, being the smallest Islands within the UCAI.  
The Eastern Islands get their name from their geographical location along the Eastern Coast of [[Baltica]]. Occasionally they are often referred to as the '''Kezanoi Isles'''. All three Islands also have their own origins regarding their names. [[St Bunno Island]] gets its name from [[St Bunno]], as the Island was conquered during the 20th anniversary of the Saints Death. [[Singis Island]] was named after [[Singe of Belgorta]] (1634-1689), the then Princes of the [[Belgorta|Principality of Belgorta]]. Lastly [[Rugen Island]] was named after the then son of the King, [[King Rugen of Baltica]]. During the times of the [[Baltica|Republic Baltica]] many anti monarchist politicians rallied to have the Individual names of the Eastern Isles changed in order to remove their monarchist ties. This would have seen [[Rugen Island]] renamed to Inseblik whilst [[Singis Island]] would be renamed to Ottenlan. However this decision would prove unpopular with the local people of the Islands and the names would be reverted come 1968.


== Demographics ==
== Demographics ==
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=== Religion ===
=== Religion ===


[[File:Saint Casimirs Monastery .jpg|200px|thumb|left|Saint Casimirs Monastery on Saint Casimirs Island.]]
[[File:Saint Casimirs Monastery .jpg|200px|thumb|left|Saint Casimirs Monastery on Saint Bunno Island.]]


Most inhabitants within the Amber Isles Identify themselves as Catholics. This is mainly a result of the Order of Baltishtin, and its continuing legacy within the Islands. After King Fresin I converted to Orthodoxy, he did not enforce his new faith in the Amber Isles, mainly from respect for their former past of being the epicentres of the Catholic faith within Central Argis. As such, they continued to house large populations of Catholics, which only grew as more fled to the Islands to avoid persecution and discrimination on the mainland. They continue to be the only areas with a Catholic majority within Greater Baltica, and many of their old traditions continue to be a key part of the UCAI today.  
Most inhabitants within the Eastern Isles Identify themselves as Catholics, which is a contrast to the primarily Lutherin population of mainland [[Baltica]]. This is mainly a result of the [[Order of Baltishtin]], and its continuing legacy within the islands. Additionally, unlike the mainland people within the Eastern Isles usually find themselves to be much more religious than typical Balticans. A survey in 2018 revealed that over 89% of the Islands population Identify as "Religious Catholics" with only 5% Identifying as Lutheran and 6% as Atheists. Church attendance is also very high among the Eastern Isles, leading to them being a top destination for many aspiring priests and Bishops, and positions on the Islands are often fought over, especially after a new decree in the 2000s made it legal for non-Island citizens to apply for priest positions. This has however made the Islands (Particularly [[St Bunno Island]]) a popular destination for pilgrims contributing to the Islands growing tourism trade.  


=== Language ===
=== Language ===


Similarly to a large part of Southern Baltica, people within the Amber Isles mainly speak Dolch. The lack of any original Ras settlements means that the Amber Isles are one of few areas which were entirely settled by Dolch. However, despite speaking Dolch, many would consider the Dolch spoken on the Amber Isles to be a unique language on it own. Many have come to call it Amber Dolch or Lake Dolch, and it can be identified by the larger prevalence placed on the "U" and "O" sounds, which are often pronounced deeper and for longer than within typical Dolch. Additionally, many words exist within Lake / Amber Dolch which do not exist in regular Dolch, believed to have originated from rural fishermen which would often communicate in broken Dolch and occasionally invent new words which would catch on. An example of this can be find in words like Fisclunderlin (Fish Monger) and Schelten (Bad) instead of the typical Schlecht. This has proved to be an issue as there is a growing language divide forming between the older population who mainly speak with this "accent" whilst the younger population has been increasingly pushed to learn standard Dolch. As of now, Lake / Amber Dolch has been recognized by the UCAI as a regional language and is a protected language in both the UCAI and Baltica.  
Similarly to a large part of Southern Baltica, people within the Eastern Isles mainly speak the [[Dolch language]]. The lack of any original Ras settlements means that the Eastern Isles are one of the few areas which were entirely settled by Dolch. However, despite speaking Dolch, many would consider the Dolch spoken on the Eastern Isles to be a unique language on its own. Many have come to call it "Sailor Dolch", and it can be identified by the larger prevalence placed on the "U" and "O" sounds, which are often pronounced deeper and for longer than within typical Dolch. Additionally, many words exist within "Sailor Dolch" which do not exist in regular Dolch, believed to have originated from rural fishermen which would often communicate in broken Dolch and occasionally invent new words which would catch on. An example of this can be found in words like Fisclunderlin (Fish Monger) and Schelten (Bad) instead of the typical Schlecht. This has proved to be an issue as there is a growing language divide forming between the older population who mainly speak with this "accent" whilst the younger population has been increasingly pushed to learn standard Dolch. As of now, Lake / Amber Dolch has been recognized by the UCAI as a regional language and is a protected language in both the UCAI and Baltica.  


== Culture ==
== Culture ==
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[[File:Amber Isles Herring Aspic.jpg|200px|thumb|Herring Apic found commonly in the Amber Isles.]]
[[File:Amber Isles Herring Aspic.jpg|200px|thumb|Herring Apic found commonly in the Amber Isles.]]


The Food found in the Amber Isles mainly consists of fish. Being very small Islands, they typically don't possess enough soil to effectively produce enough agricultural goods to satisfy their needs. This has historically led to many famines, and reliance on shipments from the mainland, especially during the harsh Winter Months. Typical dishes in the Amber Isles consist of fish and poultry and for many years it was customary for Ravens to be consumed by the population, but this has since been banned. The National Dish of the Islands is Herring Aspic, which became especially popular during the late 19th century. Other dishes include stuffed Pike, Pickled Eel Soup and Zander Vegetable Soup. Besides fish, Duck is the primary meat consumed by the citizens of the Amber Isles, especially the Baltic Black Duck found along the coast of Baltica. Lastly, Dairy is also often consumed in the Amber Isles, typically in the form of traditional Baltican Seed Cheese or Baltican sweet cheese which is used as a filling in pastries.
The food found in the Eastern Isles mainly consists of fish. Being very small islands, they typically don't possess enough soil to effectively produce enough agricultural goods to satisfy their needs. This has historically led to many famines, and reliance on shipments from the mainland, especially during the harsh Winter Months. Typical dishes in the Eastern Isles consist of fish and poultry and for many years it was customary for Ravens to be consumed by the population, but this has since been banned. The national dish of the islands is Herring Aspic, which became especially popular during the late 19th century. Other dishes include stuffed pike, pickled eel soup and zander vegetable soup. Besides fish, duck is the primary meat consumed by the citizens of the Eastern Isles, especially the [[Baltic Black Duck]] found along the coast of Baltica. Lastly, dairy is also often consumed in the Amber Isles, typically in the form of traditional Baltican Seed Cheese or Baltican sweet cheese which is used as a filling in pastries.


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Latest revision as of 23:24, 1 January 2024

Federal Territories of the Eastern Isles
Bundesterritorien der Östlichen Inseln
Flag of Eastern Isles
Flag
Motto: The Shinning Coast
StatusDependency
CapitalKiule
LargestSt Bunno City
Official languagesDolch, Raskian
GovernmentFederal Territory
• Territory Governor
Reiner Schubert
Population
• Estimate
67,321 (2022)
GDP (nominal)estimate
• Total
1,002,129
• Per capita
14,885

The Federal Territories of the Eastern Isles, or simply the Eastern Isles or the acronym FTEI, are a small collective of islands situated on the eastern coast of Baltica. They were formally core territories of the Kingdom and then the Republic of Baltica, having been official territories of the Baltican Royal Family in the 17th century. Now, they are one of only two so called "Federal Regions" of Baltica, being officially administered and ruled by the Baltican Federal Government, although not to the same extent as other Federal Territories, specifically the Ramutia Federal Territory. They continue to operate with some autonomy, electing local majors as well as a Territory Governor. Much of its economy consists of fishing and the small extraction of Natural Gas from Balticas Eastern coast. Collectively the Eastern Isles have a population of 67,000 people, most of whom inhabit the largest island of St Bunno, named after Saint Bunno. The current capital of the Eastern Isles is the city of Kiule, which remains its second largest city, behind Bunostadt.

Etymology

The Eastern Islands get their name from their geographical location along the Eastern Coast of Baltica. Occasionally they are often referred to as the Kezanoi Isles. All three Islands also have their own origins regarding their names. St Bunno Island gets its name from St Bunno, as the Island was conquered during the 20th anniversary of the Saints Death. Singis Island was named after Singe of Belgorta (1634-1689), the then Princes of the Principality of Belgorta. Lastly Rugen Island was named after the then son of the King, King Rugen of Baltica. During the times of the Republic Baltica many anti monarchist politicians rallied to have the Individual names of the Eastern Isles changed in order to remove their monarchist ties. This would have seen Rugen Island renamed to Inseblik whilst Singis Island would be renamed to Ottenlan. However this decision would prove unpopular with the local people of the Islands and the names would be reverted come 1968.

Demographics

Religion

Saint Casimirs Monastery on Saint Bunno Island.

Most inhabitants within the Eastern Isles Identify themselves as Catholics, which is a contrast to the primarily Lutherin population of mainland Baltica. This is mainly a result of the Order of Baltishtin, and its continuing legacy within the islands. Additionally, unlike the mainland people within the Eastern Isles usually find themselves to be much more religious than typical Balticans. A survey in 2018 revealed that over 89% of the Islands population Identify as "Religious Catholics" with only 5% Identifying as Lutheran and 6% as Atheists. Church attendance is also very high among the Eastern Isles, leading to them being a top destination for many aspiring priests and Bishops, and positions on the Islands are often fought over, especially after a new decree in the 2000s made it legal for non-Island citizens to apply for priest positions. This has however made the Islands (Particularly St Bunno Island) a popular destination for pilgrims contributing to the Islands growing tourism trade.

Language

Similarly to a large part of Southern Baltica, people within the Eastern Isles mainly speak the Dolch language. The lack of any original Ras settlements means that the Eastern Isles are one of the few areas which were entirely settled by Dolch. However, despite speaking Dolch, many would consider the Dolch spoken on the Eastern Isles to be a unique language on its own. Many have come to call it "Sailor Dolch", and it can be identified by the larger prevalence placed on the "U" and "O" sounds, which are often pronounced deeper and for longer than within typical Dolch. Additionally, many words exist within "Sailor Dolch" which do not exist in regular Dolch, believed to have originated from rural fishermen which would often communicate in broken Dolch and occasionally invent new words which would catch on. An example of this can be found in words like Fisclunderlin (Fish Monger) and Schelten (Bad) instead of the typical Schlecht. This has proved to be an issue as there is a growing language divide forming between the older population who mainly speak with this "accent" whilst the younger population has been increasingly pushed to learn standard Dolch. As of now, Lake / Amber Dolch has been recognized by the UCAI as a regional language and is a protected language in both the UCAI and Baltica.

Culture

Food

Herring Apic found commonly in the Amber Isles.

The food found in the Eastern Isles mainly consists of fish. Being very small islands, they typically don't possess enough soil to effectively produce enough agricultural goods to satisfy their needs. This has historically led to many famines, and reliance on shipments from the mainland, especially during the harsh Winter Months. Typical dishes in the Eastern Isles consist of fish and poultry and for many years it was customary for Ravens to be consumed by the population, but this has since been banned. The national dish of the islands is Herring Aspic, which became especially popular during the late 19th century. Other dishes include stuffed pike, pickled eel soup and zander vegetable soup. Besides fish, duck is the primary meat consumed by the citizens of the Eastern Isles, especially the Baltic Black Duck found along the coast of Baltica. Lastly, dairy is also often consumed in the Amber Isles, typically in the form of traditional Baltican Seed Cheese or Baltican sweet cheese which is used as a filling in pastries.

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