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|demonym                    = Hakenian
|demonym                    = Hakenian
|government_type            = Corrupt democracy, strong ties with the corporations
|government_type            = Corrupt democracy, strong ties with the corporations
|leader_title1              = Formal Head of State
|leader_title1              = [[#Politics|President]]
|leader_name1                = The Chef Willy
|leader_name1                = Hannas Sassijn
|leader_title2              = Political Head of State
|leader_title2              = [[#Politics|Prime Minister]]
|leader_name2                = Chairman Tiran Deruyter
|leader_name2                = Tiran Deruyter
|leader_title3              = Religious Leader
|leader_title3              = [[#Culture|Religious Leader]]
|leader_name3                = The Big Bull Willy
|leader_name3                = Khalif "Big Bull" Wili
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The '''Holy Chefdom of Hakenium''' is a massive, environmentally stunning nation, renowned for its complete lack of prisons. Its compassionate population is are fiercely patriotic and enjoy great social equality; they tend to view other, more capitalist countries as somewhat immoral and corrupt.<ref>http://www.europans.com/topic/757-the-holy-chefdom-of-haken-rider/</ref>
The '''Chefdom of Hakenium''', also known as Hakenium, is a nation situated on the [[Memopotamia]]n subcontinent in southern [[Europa (continent)|Europa]] on [[Eurth]]. The nation's closest neighbours are [[Mahdah]] in the south and [[Sa Hara]] in the southwest. Hakenium's compassionate population is fiercely patriotic and enjoy great social equality. They tend to view other, more {{wp|capitalist}} countries as somewhat immoral and corrupt.<ref>[https://www.europans.com/topic/757-the-holy-chefdom-of-haken-rider/ The Holy Chefdom of Haken Rider] (March 22, 2005)</ref>
 
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==History==
==History==
===Early History===
===Horse raiders===
Raider Territory, roughly the same borders as present Haken Rider, was inhabited by barbaric horse-riders. Tribes waged small wars on each other. In rare moments, tribes formed a temporary alliance with each other and went on pillaging abroad, after that, the several tribes fought each other for the plundered goods.
The earliest written Hakenian history dates back to the [[Hereskus Empire]]. During the 4th Century, the territory of present-day Hakenium was occupied by pastoral horse-riders from a region called ''Hakkad'' or ''Hagad''. Contemporary sources described them as raider tribes that waged small wars on each other. In rare moments, the tribes formed a temporary alliance with each other and went on pillaging raids abroad. After a successful raid, the tribes fought each other over the plundered goods.
 
===Mahdavian occupation===
[[File:Rustaq Fort 02.jpg|200px|thumb|An early Hakkadian qasr or fort.]]
During the final years of the Hereskus Empire (315-330 CE), when its central authority became weak, the Hakkadian raiders invaded and conquered parts of Northern [[Mahdah]]. But these gains were quickly lost again, and many Hakkadians were made into slaves by the cruel [[Mahdah|Mahdavians]]. The nomadic horsemen settled down and evolved from a {{wp|nomadic culture}} into sedentary peoples. They built {{wp|cities}} with walls and focussed on their own socio-economic interests. Pacification by the southern Mahdavian kingdom made conflicts less common. One element that persisted was the strong {{wp|honour culture}}: disputes were still settled by the sword.
 
===Hakkadian Empire===
During the 5th Century, the city of {{wp|Melle}} became important under the leadership of {{wp|Duke}} Donald or ''Dawanalid'' (425-487). The Duke expanded his city-state into a powerful local fiefdom. Quickly rising to become the most powerful lord in the land, he was treated with great respect and granted the rank of {{wp|Grand Duke}}. His bold actions and violent demeanour ensured other cities bent to his will. The iron fist of Grand Duke Donald forged the country into a solid Hakkadian Empire. Those nobles who displeased the Duke fled to other regions and cities. This is how [[Baron Huessien]] captured the Mahdavian throne and crowned himself Emir of an independent kingdom of Mahdah. When the Hakkadian Empire invaded [[Mahdah]] a second time, the Emir's descendant quickly bent the knee to preserve his own head. Once again, Mahdah became a province of Hakkad.
 
[[File:Imperial Gate Topkapi Istanbul 2007 002.jpg|200px|thumb|Entrance to the House of Wisdom in Dagbad.]]
By the 7th Century, the holy teachings of [[Nabi Hanan]] were starting to spread. From the village of [[Raj Frut]], his words spoke truth to many lords throughout [[Memopotamia]]. The teachings of Nabi Hanan led to great achievements in [[Salam]]ic {{wp|theology}} and {{wp|science}}. During the glorious spread of Salam many {{wp|heretics}} who failed to convert lost their lives. Influenced by [[Salam]], the Hakkadian Empire experienced its {{wp|Golden Age}}. In [[Dagbad]] the {{wp|House of Wisdom}} was built, where teachers and students from across Memopotamia and beyond collected and translated texts into the [[Sahrabic]] language. This Golden Age ended with the extinction of the Donaldic dynasty and siege and capture of [[Hakbar]] by [[Orioni]] in 1485.
 
===Benevolent decline===
In the 16th Century, after the last official blood relative of [[Grand Duke Donald]] passed away, the nation lost a great deal of its central authority. In several cities, the rich merchant {{wp|guilds}} and local nobles erupted in revolt. The Grand Duke's successor exchanged political privileges for economic concessions. This turned the monarch from absolute into a {{wp|benevolent ruler}}.
 
One of the most important figures was {{wp|Grand Duke}} [[Qarel Rider]] (year-year). The economic, social and military position of the land was improved under his rule. Diplomatic relations with the Sultanate of [[Mahdah]] were re-established, this time more in equal footing Despite these efforts, his heritage was neglected by his successors and the Hakkadian Empire continued its decline. The population, estimated at 30 million in 800 CE, was only 5 million at the start of the 19th century
 
===19th Century===
[[File:Mamluke.jpg|200px|thumb|A Hakeniun cavalryman, as drawn in 1810.]]
The nation couldn't keep up with the {{wp|industrial revolution}}. The famous {{wp|cavalry}} was shamefully defeated in battle against modern troops armed with rifles. This traumatic experience led to a popular revolution. The people called upon a strong leader to bring foreign progress to Hakenium.  


===Dark Ages===
In 1809, [[Hannas Pasha the Great]] (1770–1812) returned from his exile in [[Sa Hara]] and became the governor of [[Dagbad]]. His rule was efficient at first but weakened as he grew older. He asserted his dominance over the fractured Hakkadian {{wp|nobility}}, encouraged trade, and initiated diplomacy with non-Salamid nations. The situation was delicate. The people could be easily stirred up again. Social juistice laws were gifted.
The tribes evolved in cities. They built walls and focused on their own interests, although disputes were still settled by the sword, conflicts weren't so common anymore. Under the leadership of Duke Donald of Melle, the country became more unified. Being the most powerful lord, he was treated with respect and other cities listened to him.


===Imperial Ages===
Hannas Pasha the Great was succeeded after a power struggle in 1812 by [[Wili Pasha]], who repelled the foreign attacks against [[Melle]] and [[Hakbar]] in 1813 and 1816. But Wili Pasha failed to prevent their domination of the {{wp|desert}}. He was assassinated in 1817.
After the last official blood relative of Duke Donald of Melle past away, the nation, now with a central authority, reformed officially in a Grand Duchy with benevolent rulers. One of the most important Grand Dukes was Grand Duke Karel Rider. The economy, social and military position of the land was improved. Despite this, his heritage was neglected by his succeeders.


===Late 19th Century===
After Wili's assassination in 1817, his rival [[Hannas Pasha the Little]] took control of the government. He followed in his father's footsteps. The economy was stimulated. Social programs were cut back. An 'adjusted' form of {{wp|representative democracy}} was introduced. The military priorities were overhauled.  
The Grand Duchy went into decline. It couldn't follow the industrial revolution and the famous cavalry was defeated. Following a revolution, the people called upon a foreign leader, Haken. The situation was delicate. The people could be easily stirred up again. Social laws were gifted. Haken junior followed in his great grandfather's footsteps, but social programs were cut back, the economy was stimulated. Democracy was 'adjusted' and the military priorities changed.


===20th Century===
===20th Century===
1901- The Hakenian forces, in order to keep up with the recent innovations, often needed to improvise.
[[File:1958 revolution in Iraq.jpg|200px|thumb|The 1955 revolution in Hakenium.]]
* {{flag|Hakenium}} 1901 - The Hakenian armed forces, in order to keep up with the recent innovations, often needed to improvise.
* {{flag|Hakenium}} 1916 - Coronation of King [[Wili II]] (1885-1933).
* {{flag|Hakenium}} 1922 - The practice of {{wp|slavery}} is abolished.
* {{flag|Hakenium}} 1933 - Coronation of King [[Kazi]] (1912-1938).
* {{flag|Hakenium}} 1938 - Coronation of King [[Wili III]] (1935-1955).
* [[File:Flag of Hejaz 1917.svg|24px]] 1955 - {{wp|Coup d'état}} by the [[#Military|Hakenian Army]]. King Wili III is executed. {{wp|General}} [[Mark al-Kraam]] controls Hakenium through military rule
* [[File:Flag of Hejaz 1917.svg|24px]] 1963 - Mark al-Kraam is overthrown by {{wp|Colonel}} [[Harry al-Lemal]] in another coup.
* {{flag|Hakenium}} 1968 - Harry al-Lemal is overthrown by the [[Ba'dkuip Party]] and [[Qor al-Bakker]] becomes {{wp|president}}.
* {{flag|Hakenium}} 1979 - Qor al-Bakker is replaced by the {{wp|strongman}} [[Hannas Sassijn]] (1947-present).


==Geography==
==Geography==
Provinces/Territories (if applicable): 3 zones: Urban, the Grain Belly, the Western Part.
[[File:Map-of-Hakenium.png|200px|thumb|Map of Hakenium.]]
The Hakenium nation exercises influence in much of the Northern [[Memopotamia]]n peninsula. The nation is divided into three {{wp|provinces}} or territories: Urban zone, the Grain Belly, the Western province.


===Urban zone===
===Urban zone===
The main part of the country. more than half of the nation's inhabitants live here, working their behinds off, consume massively and enjoying the best education for few euros.
The main part of the country. More than half of the nation's inhabitants live here, working their behinds off, consume massively and enjoying the best education for a few euros.


* Dagbad. Capital. In Bull Tower #1 is the government, Bull Tower #2 is the main church for the Church of Haken Rider. It has a large harbour, in which the Homefleet lays anchored. It also has the biggest airport in the country. The skyline is dominated by the skyscrapers and artificial green is planted on every possible spot. The average Dagbadian spends 1/12 of his life in traffic.
* Dagbad. As the capital of the Chefdom, this northern city house houses many official buildings and locations. The government departments and administration are housed in Bull Tower #1, while the main church for the Church of Haken Rider is found in the nearby Bull Tower #2. Dagbad has a large harbour, where the Home fleet lays anchored. It also has the biggest airport in the country, Big Wili International Airport. The skyline is dominated by the skyscrapers and artificial green is planted on every possible spot. Fun fact: the average Dagbader spends 1/12 of his life in traffic.
* Hakbar. Boring place. Has the largest harbour in the nation and is home to the commercial fleet. Mostly the rest of the war fleet begin their operations from here. Unemployment is very low here, contrary to the rest of Haken Rider, as heavy industry is all-present. The city provides 90% of the HR cars.
* Hakbar. Frequented by many, tolerated by some, generally described as a boring place. Hakbar has the largest harbour in the nation and is home to the commercial fleet. The remainder of the war fleet outside Dagbad operate from here. Unemployment is very low here, contrary to the rest of Hakenium, as there is a large presence of heavy industry. Fun fact: the city produces 90% of all cars in Hakenium.
* Melle. Old capital. Modern buildings and historical ones can be found side by side. The Airforce has several airfields around this area. Most companies have their seats here, like the infamous HC Donalds Corporation.
* Melle. As a former seat of power, this old capital combines both modern and historical buildings in a cacophony of styles. Several air force bases are located nearby. Numerous important companies have their HQ seats here, including the (in)famous {{wp|McDonald's|HC Donalds Corporation}}.


===Plotopian zone===
===Grain Belly===
Has a large minority of Plotopians, which are laid-back, religious and hard working people. Cattle is breed here and farmers try to make the most of the infertile lands. The rough terrain makes them good soldiers. Many people living here have barbaric ancestors.
[[File:Iraqi Kurdish villagers in field near Turkish border.jpg|200px|thumb|Agriculture is the main occupation of the people.]]
* Plot City. Relatively new city. famous for his prefab buildings and it's enormous tree museum, collecting for over 800 varieties of national plants, many that are extinct and now can only be found here. Home to the Plotopian Armored Divisions, the meanest men in the army and led by Colonel Harry Plotter. They are known to be the only armoured divisions without black&white spotted tanks.
It has a large minority of Mahdavians, which are laid-back, religious and hard-working people. Cattle are bred here and farmers try to make the most of the infertile lands. The rough terrain makes them good soldiers. Many people living here have barbaric ancestors.
* Plot City. Relatively new city. Famous for its prefab buildings and its enormous tree museum, collecting over 800 varieties of national plants, many that are extinct and now can only be found here. Home to the Donaldic Armored Division, the meanest men in the army and led by Colonel Harry Plotter. They are known to be the only armoured divisions without black-and-white spotted tanks.


===Bigtopian zone===
===Western province===
Bigtopians are very sceptic of the government and are always in for some more autonomy.
Bigtopians are very sceptic of the government and are always in for some more autonomy.
* Topia. Neon rules the night here. Hotels and casinos attract the beau monde of Haken Rider. villas are a plague just outside the city. The Topian Bull-ball team has been the nation's champion for the last nine years, which makes it harder for the urbanians to look down upon the Bigtopians, but they manage anyway.
* Topia. Neon rules the night here. Hotels and casinos attract the {{wp|beau monde}} of Hakenium. Villas are a plague just outside the city. The Topian Bull-ball team has been the nation's champion for the last nine years, which makes it harder for the urbanites to look down upon the Bigtopians, but they manage anyway.


==Politics==
==Politics==
[[File:Baath Party founder Michel Aflaq with Iraqi President Saddam Hussein in 1988.jpg|200px|thumb|President Sassijn (right) talking to Qor al-Bakker (left), the founder of the Ba'dkuip Party.]]
The government -- a sprawling, bureaucracy-choked morass -- juggles the competing demands of Education, Social Welfare, and Healthcare. The average income tax rate is 38%, but much higher for the wealthy. A large private sector is dominated by the Information Technology industry.
The government -- a sprawling, bureaucracy-choked morass -- juggles the competing demands of Education, Social Welfare, and Healthcare. The average income tax rate is 38%, but much higher for the wealthy. A large private sector is dominated by the Information Technology industry.


===Foreign Affairs===
===Foreign Affairs===
Hakenium is a founding member of The League of the Treaty (LT).<ref>http://www.europans.com/topic/3565-the-league-of-the-treaty/</ref>
Hakenium is a founding member of The League of the Treaty (LT).<ref>[https://www.europans.com/topic/3565-the-league-of-the-treaty/ The League of the Treaty] (April 28, 2007)</ref>


===Military===
===Military===
In 2006 the nation clashed with [[Ide Jima]] over the nearby island of Tinian.<ref>http://www.europans.com/topic/2459-troubles-in-tiny-tinian/</ref>
In 2006 the nation clashed with [[Ide Jima]] over the nearby island of [[#Geography|Tinian]].<ref>[https://www.europans.com/topic/2459-troubles-in-tiny-tinian/ Troubles in Tiny Tinian] (April 26, 2006)</ref>


==Economy==
==Economy==
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==Culture==
==Culture==
Major minorities include Bigtopians and Plotians. The official religion in Hakenium is ''The Church of Haken Rider''. Hakenium's national animal is the cow and its currency is the Euro.
[[File:Cox style gorget HRoe 2012.jpg|150px|thumb|Saint Hannes cross]]
Major minorities include Mahdavians and Plotians. The official religion in Hakenium is ''The Church of Haken Rider'' which uses the {{wp|Looped square|Saint Hannes cross}} as its religious symbol. Hakenium's national animal is the cow and its currency is the Euro.


==References==
==References==
<references/>
{{Reflist}}
 
==See also==
* https://www.nationstates.net/page=boneyard?nation=haken_rider (main nation)
* https://www.nationstates.net/page=boneyard?nation=hakenium (RP puppet)
* https://forum.nationstates.net/memberlist.php?mode=viewprofile&u=521 (NS forum account)
* https://www.europans.com/profile/99-haken/ (Eurth account)


{{Europa}}
{{Eurth}}
[[Category:Europa]]
[[Category:Hakenium]]
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Latest revision as of 18:29, 12 November 2021

Chefdom of Hakenium
Hakenium
Flag of Hakkad
Flag
Motto: الثور المقدس
CapitalDagbad
Official languagesSahrabic
Demonym(s)Hakenian
GovernmentCorrupt democracy, strong ties with the corporations
• President
Hannas Sassijn
Tiran Deruyter
Khalif "Big Bull" Wili
LegislatureParliament and the Grand Council
Population
• Estimate
25,710,000
CurrencyEuro (€)
Driving sideleft

The Chefdom of Hakenium, also known as Hakenium, is a nation situated on the Memopotamian subcontinent in southern Europa on Eurth. The nation's closest neighbours are Mahdah in the south and Sa Hara in the southwest. Hakenium's compassionate population is fiercely patriotic and enjoy great social equality. They tend to view other, more capitalist countries as somewhat immoral and corrupt.[1]

History

Horse raiders

The earliest written Hakenian history dates back to the Hereskus Empire. During the 4th Century, the territory of present-day Hakenium was occupied by pastoral horse-riders from a region called Hakkad or Hagad. Contemporary sources described them as raider tribes that waged small wars on each other. In rare moments, the tribes formed a temporary alliance with each other and went on pillaging raids abroad. After a successful raid, the tribes fought each other over the plundered goods.

Mahdavian occupation

An early Hakkadian qasr or fort.

During the final years of the Hereskus Empire (315-330 CE), when its central authority became weak, the Hakkadian raiders invaded and conquered parts of Northern Mahdah. But these gains were quickly lost again, and many Hakkadians were made into slaves by the cruel Mahdavians. The nomadic horsemen settled down and evolved from a nomadic culture into sedentary peoples. They built cities with walls and focussed on their own socio-economic interests. Pacification by the southern Mahdavian kingdom made conflicts less common. One element that persisted was the strong honour culture: disputes were still settled by the sword.

Hakkadian Empire

During the 5th Century, the city of Melle became important under the leadership of Duke Donald or Dawanalid (425-487). The Duke expanded his city-state into a powerful local fiefdom. Quickly rising to become the most powerful lord in the land, he was treated with great respect and granted the rank of Grand Duke. His bold actions and violent demeanour ensured other cities bent to his will. The iron fist of Grand Duke Donald forged the country into a solid Hakkadian Empire. Those nobles who displeased the Duke fled to other regions and cities. This is how Baron Huessien captured the Mahdavian throne and crowned himself Emir of an independent kingdom of Mahdah. When the Hakkadian Empire invaded Mahdah a second time, the Emir's descendant quickly bent the knee to preserve his own head. Once again, Mahdah became a province of Hakkad.

Entrance to the House of Wisdom in Dagbad.

By the 7th Century, the holy teachings of Nabi Hanan were starting to spread. From the village of Raj Frut, his words spoke truth to many lords throughout Memopotamia. The teachings of Nabi Hanan led to great achievements in Salamic theology and science. During the glorious spread of Salam many heretics who failed to convert lost their lives. Influenced by Salam, the Hakkadian Empire experienced its Golden Age. In Dagbad the House of Wisdom was built, where teachers and students from across Memopotamia and beyond collected and translated texts into the Sahrabic language. This Golden Age ended with the extinction of the Donaldic dynasty and siege and capture of Hakbar by Orioni in 1485.

Benevolent decline

In the 16th Century, after the last official blood relative of Grand Duke Donald passed away, the nation lost a great deal of its central authority. In several cities, the rich merchant guilds and local nobles erupted in revolt. The Grand Duke's successor exchanged political privileges for economic concessions. This turned the monarch from absolute into a benevolent ruler.

One of the most important figures was Grand Duke Qarel Rider (year-year). The economic, social and military position of the land was improved under his rule. Diplomatic relations with the Sultanate of Mahdah were re-established, this time more in equal footing Despite these efforts, his heritage was neglected by his successors and the Hakkadian Empire continued its decline. The population, estimated at 30 million in 800 CE, was only 5 million at the start of the 19th century

19th Century

A Hakeniun cavalryman, as drawn in 1810.

The nation couldn't keep up with the industrial revolution. The famous cavalry was shamefully defeated in battle against modern troops armed with rifles. This traumatic experience led to a popular revolution. The people called upon a strong leader to bring foreign progress to Hakenium.

In 1809, Hannas Pasha the Great (1770–1812) returned from his exile in Sa Hara and became the governor of Dagbad. His rule was efficient at first but weakened as he grew older. He asserted his dominance over the fractured Hakkadian nobility, encouraged trade, and initiated diplomacy with non-Salamid nations. The situation was delicate. The people could be easily stirred up again. Social juistice laws were gifted.

Hannas Pasha the Great was succeeded after a power struggle in 1812 by Wili Pasha, who repelled the foreign attacks against Melle and Hakbar in 1813 and 1816. But Wili Pasha failed to prevent their domination of the desert. He was assassinated in 1817.

After Wili's assassination in 1817, his rival Hannas Pasha the Little took control of the government. He followed in his father's footsteps. The economy was stimulated. Social programs were cut back. An 'adjusted' form of representative democracy was introduced. The military priorities were overhauled.

20th Century

The 1955 revolution in Hakenium.

Geography

Map of Hakenium.

The Hakenium nation exercises influence in much of the Northern Memopotamian peninsula. The nation is divided into three provinces or territories: Urban zone, the Grain Belly, the Western province.

Urban zone

The main part of the country. More than half of the nation's inhabitants live here, working their behinds off, consume massively and enjoying the best education for a few euros.

  • Dagbad. As the capital of the Chefdom, this northern city house houses many official buildings and locations. The government departments and administration are housed in Bull Tower #1, while the main church for the Church of Haken Rider is found in the nearby Bull Tower #2. Dagbad has a large harbour, where the Home fleet lays anchored. It also has the biggest airport in the country, Big Wili International Airport. The skyline is dominated by the skyscrapers and artificial green is planted on every possible spot. Fun fact: the average Dagbader spends 1/12 of his life in traffic.
  • Hakbar. Frequented by many, tolerated by some, generally described as a boring place. Hakbar has the largest harbour in the nation and is home to the commercial fleet. The remainder of the war fleet outside Dagbad operate from here. Unemployment is very low here, contrary to the rest of Hakenium, as there is a large presence of heavy industry. Fun fact: the city produces 90% of all cars in Hakenium.
  • Melle. As a former seat of power, this old capital combines both modern and historical buildings in a cacophony of styles. Several air force bases are located nearby. Numerous important companies have their HQ seats here, including the (in)famous HC Donalds Corporation.

Grain Belly

Agriculture is the main occupation of the people.

It has a large minority of Mahdavians, which are laid-back, religious and hard-working people. Cattle are bred here and farmers try to make the most of the infertile lands. The rough terrain makes them good soldiers. Many people living here have barbaric ancestors.

  • Plot City. Relatively new city. Famous for its prefab buildings and its enormous tree museum, collecting over 800 varieties of national plants, many that are extinct and now can only be found here. Home to the Donaldic Armored Division, the meanest men in the army and led by Colonel Harry Plotter. They are known to be the only armoured divisions without black-and-white spotted tanks.

Western province

Bigtopians are very sceptic of the government and are always in for some more autonomy.

  • Topia. Neon rules the night here. Hotels and casinos attract the beau monde of Hakenium. Villas are a plague just outside the city. The Topian Bull-ball team has been the nation's champion for the last nine years, which makes it harder for the urbanites to look down upon the Bigtopians, but they manage anyway.

Politics

President Sassijn (right) talking to Qor al-Bakker (left), the founder of the Ba'dkuip Party.

The government -- a sprawling, bureaucracy-choked morass -- juggles the competing demands of Education, Social Welfare, and Healthcare. The average income tax rate is 38%, but much higher for the wealthy. A large private sector is dominated by the Information Technology industry.

Foreign Affairs

Hakenium is a founding member of The League of the Treaty (LT).[2]

Military

In 2006 the nation clashed with Ide Jima over the nearby island of Tinian.[3]

Economy

The government extracts trade concessions from poor nations in exchange for humanitarian aid, government-run brothels can be found on every street corner, the ban on cars has been repealed, and dog breeding has been banned in accordance with recent animal experimentation laws. Crime is well under control.

Culture

Saint Hannes cross

Major minorities include Mahdavians and Plotians. The official religion in Hakenium is The Church of Haken Rider which uses the Saint Hannes cross as its religious symbol. Hakenium's national animal is the cow and its currency is the Euro.

References

  1. ↑ The Holy Chefdom of Haken Rider (March 22, 2005)
  2. ↑ The League of the Treaty (April 28, 2007)
  3. ↑ Troubles in Tiny Tinian (April 26, 2006)

See also

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