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'''Tsǫt'aan Xanaaq̇ut''' (born '''Xanaaq̇ut''' 7 Magnus 1517) is the founder and current [[Tsǫt'aan|ruler]] of the [[The Dze Confederation|Third Dze Confederation]], the largest nation in northern [[Pythia]] to exist in the last years. Having spent most of his latter years [[Last Dze-Human War|fighting human invader states]], he has been at the command of several military campaigns over the last 30 years.
'''James Richard Winters''' (born 8 December 1585) is an Merian politician who is the 6th and the current president of the United Federation. He previously served in the Federal Navy from 1605 to 1613, he was in command of the Federal Navy's Flagship, Battleship Hyperion BB-01 in 1911 to 1912. When it was decommissioned as the flagship of the Fleet.
 
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==Early life (1585-1608)==
James Richard Winters was born 8 December, 1585, at Goldwood Federal Hospital in New Venezia, Maryland, to Elizabeth Kinswood and Steven Winters. The youngest child in the family, he has a sister, Amelia and a brother, Jock. Elizabeth were of Erionese origin while Steven are Marylander.
 
James's family were of relative wealth, mostly coming from his Mother. Who is a daughter of a small barony in Erion. While his father, was a respected scientist within the Federation. With such background, James lived the life of a average middle-class family within the Federation.
 
He studied at Josephine High School, a renowned High School named after a Maryland Scientist, though he was declared by the schoolboard as a academically failure. In the end, he still managed to graduate in 1603.
 
He then begun his college education in the Federal Military Academy Polaris as a Naval Officer Candidate, not without efforts due to his low scoring during the national exam.
In Polaris, He would prove himself to not be a failure as previously believed. He would prove himself to be a giant in literacy.
However, he was well-known for getting into fights as well hopping the Academy fences, this have, many times. Nearly got him expelled.
This is also where he met his friend and future vice president of the Federation, Ensign Kerry J. Morrison as well Ensign Frederick Edgar, future Chief Of Naval Operations of the Federation.
In 1608, James graduates the Academy and were made Ensign and assigned to the U.S.S Hyperion as weapons operator.
 
==Military Service (1608-1913)==
Within the Navy, he would once again prove himself to be a man full of bravery.
 
During fleet forces exercise. The U.S.S Crescent Moon, LCD-05's ammunition stowage detonated due to faulty wires, which caused fire on board the shell and detonated one of the heat-based ammunition for the aircrafts. Ensign James, who was manning the Machine Gun on starboard of the U.S.S Hyperion saw the detonation, he and his friends, Ensign Kerry, Ensign Douglas and Ensign Frederick. Without authorisation. Deployed a RHIB from the deck of the Battleship. They proceeded to the sinking Crescent Moon. According to Admiral Halsey, Commanding Officer of the Fleet at the time. "While this would usually result in court martial for not awaiting for orders. Their actions saved way more life than when we could order a proper rescue operations. Ballsy, really ballsy."
 
He and his friends rescued 14 lives during their initial sinking. Without fear, they returned for a second run. Saving another 10. They continued until the Crescent Moon fully sunk. In total, within 7 hours. He and his friends conducted 12 trips and saved at least 80 sailors.
 
With such course of action and display of courage. He was awarded the Federation Sapphire Fire for exceptional heroism. The second highest award of the Federation as well the Knight's Iron Cross with gold for his leadership during the rescue operations.
 
After such display of courage, James continues to rise in ranks at rapid speed. Serving on board the U.S.S Hyperion as Weapons Officer and later as Executive Officer. Finally, in 1611. The Admiralty promoted Winters to the rank of Captain and granting him the command of the flagship of the Federation, the U.S.S Hyperion.
===Commanding U.S.S Hyperion===
As the Battleships were being phased out by the Federal Navy, the Hyperion soon find itself to be the only battleship remaining in service. The Hyperion would later find itself in a small open armed conflict between the Federation and a group of pirates. The Hyperion, which at the time were at sea in international water stumble upon a battle between the Coast Guards and the Pirates. The Hyperion, without any warning. Opened fire with it 40cm main batteries upon the pirates. Sighting the Hyperion. The Pirates quickly fleed the battle, disregarding the loots they accquired previously after attacking cargo ships for weeks on end.
 
In 1912. He was offered the command of the U.S.S Sovereign CVN-01, the newest vessel in the fleet. He refused the offer and continue to command the Hyperion until February. Where it was ordered to conduct it last voyage with the fleet, where when it return. Will hand the mantle of command over to the Sovereign, crowning it the new flagship of the Fleet.
Afterwards, Winter's military career slowed down, he was ordered to a desk job in Naval Station Coral Blues, located in the far distant island of Auroa.
 
In August, 1912. His friend Morrison declared he would run for Presidency, James, still stuck in NS Coral Blue joked about competing with Kerry for presidency. Thinking that Kerry would win in a landslide. Of course, history didn't play out that way.
In December 1912. He was removed from his post in Auroa and was ordered to return to the Federation mainland for the upcoming election.
 
==Presidency (1913-present)==
 
In 1st of January, 1913. In what was a joke. then-Captain James won in a landslide. 12 for and one abstain from the Federal Council.
 
Then-Commander Kerry Morrison described the event as "out of blues".
 
He was inaugurated on the same day at 4:00 PM, Local Time at the Federal Square, located in the Government sector of New Venezia. On the foot of the mountain where the Presidential Tower seat. after a lengthy discussion of the Federal Council from 8 AM to 3 PM. At 28, he is the youngest person to have assumed the office.
James's inaguration was attended by Former President and General Alicia Hunt, who blessed him with good health and good luck in leading the Federation.
President Alicia Hunt described James as "Mad, quite mad. Like a dog on a leash. The Federation is in capable hands."
 
James's inaguration address were written by him during the waiting for the Council discussion to finish. Like all Presidents of the Federation, he stood on the stage. Under the gazing eyes of million of curious Merians. The following are his address:
 
''It is my greatest honour to be selected by the Federal Council,''<br>
''To represent the Federation, to represent you. My fellow countrymen.''<br>
''I did not believe I would become the president.''<br>
''I ran as a joke, as part of a challenge.''<br>
''However, today. I was proven wrong.''<br>
''So, while I may be incapable. For I am just a sailor,''<br>
''I, Will swear to the North Star. That I will not falter,''<br>
''I will not cower, I will work to the utmost of my ability''<br>
''to not fail you, my fellow countrymen.''<br>
''Thank you for believing in me.''<br>
''So, let's me serve you. My dear Motherland!''<br>
''For the star will always shine over the Federation and her people!''
 
After James's inaguration. On the next day, James's policies were published on the Government website and broadcasted nationally.
 
The following are of his policies:
# Continued improvement to quality of life.
# Continued development of green energy system to supplement nuclear power.
# Continued further expansion of Cameron Policy on Universal sapient rights and services.
# Removal of isolationism policies in favour of a open-door and market polciies.
# Less restriction for industries working with foreign nations as well support for foreign corporations to settle within the Federation.
 
==Personal Life==


Born the first child of [[T'aan Tłq̇uł̣eew|Tłq̇uł̣eew]], T'aan of [[Alẋtśaq clan|Alẋtśaq]] people, on the 7th of Magnus 1517, Xanaaq̇ut would have to step into the role of leader soon into his life, his father dying in a battle against the Thuhaq when he was 16, however managing to expell the invaders and allow for the first years of his reign as T'aan to remain peaceful. By 1580 however the [[Thuhaq Kingdom]] had renewed its efforts to expand northwards and launched a suprise assault in 1583 at the [[1st Battle of Alẋtśaq]] in where Dze camps were burned as the warriors were away. This event began Xanaaq̇ut's plans to unify all of the tribes of the Dze and human peoples allied to them, which by 1598 he completed after a series of diplomatic moves and maneuvers in where he was proclaimed Tsǫt'aan of all Dze in a [[Tsǫdzuń|Great Meeting]] in the [[Leaf Lance Valley]], the first Tsǫt'aan in over 2,500 years.
James is somewhat reserved. According to close friends, James is relatively easy-going, but would not seek out for others. Whether in intimate relationship or just socialising, it is said that James prefer reading in quiet or travelling to see the nature around him.


Afterwards he would turn his sights on reconquering all of the lands that once belonged to the Dze, the subsequent campaigns between 1598 and 1613 would devastate human populations in the south and east, with several kingdoms and polities who opposed him destroyed. The Thuhaq Kingdom fell by 1599, its people displaced and entire cities barren and turned to pastures, and most human resistance in the [[Hammerfell Peninsula]] collapsed by 1602. For the following decade he would instill a defensive policy as he prepared a grand offensive by 1612 in where he, in the span of little more than a year, would reconquer all lands inside the [[Polykariote-Eukariote Limes|Dze's homeland]].
It is also mentioned that while he is reserved in social. He has a strong presence among others. He make speeches and announcements when required even if he don't want to.
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==Names and titles==
James is of relatively short build compared to his peers. Standing at 1.65m tall and only weigh around 70 kg. However, surprisingly. He is known for his abnormal strength.
===Tsǫt'aan===
''Tsǫt'aan'', meaning "Great Leader", (<small>[[Old Dze]] pronounciation:</small> [t͡sɔtʼaːn]) is an honorific title that was bestowed upon him by his people in 1598 AR, the title having been used by the rulers of the other two confederations prior to his.
===Xanaaq̇ut===
A given name, bestowed upon him at the age of 5, is said to have been due to a lightning storm in where he, according to the [[Writings of Ńṭhuuḿ]], had walked outside his tent and faced the storm as a bolt struck besides him and he remained unphased. It became a secondary title as well during the [[Last Dze-Human War]], replacing his given name and eventually becoming part of his title. The [[Solarian romanization of Dzenic languages|SRD]] romanization is Xanaaq̇ut (<small>[[Old Dze]] pronounciation:</small> [xanaːqʰut]), though it has also been spelt Xanaaqhut as well.
===Ẋṭeḿł̣oq́===
His birth name, according to the [[Writings of Ńṭhuuḿ]], was Ẋṭeḿł̣oq́ (<small>[[Old Dze]] pronounciation:</small> [χtʰem̥ɬʰɔq]), meaning "blue river", and it was given to him, per Dze customs, at the age of 2 and denoted his birthplace, the blue waters of the [[Ńepł̣oq́ river]].
==Birth and early life==
The birth place and date of Ẋṭeḿł̣oq́ was accurately described in the ''Writings of Ńṭhuuḿ'' to be the 7th of Magnus, 1517, as well as the birth region being the Ńepł̣oq́ river. Some alternative dates have been proposed by Solarian anthropologists and researchers, however due to the Dze's extensive literary tradition and noted accuracy of their writings, these are the most well established dates.


Ẋṭeḿł̣oq́ was born into the [[Alẋtśaq clan]] to [[T'aan Tłq̇uł̣eew|Tłq̇uł̣eew]] and his wife, [[Tẋeńat]], being his firstborn child. His father and mother would have three more children later and they all lived in the main Alẋtśaqi camp, where they would be for their first years in peace, learning the skills a Dze must acquire before adulthood.
James is a talented artist and writer, however. Due to his academic failure (more likely because of his inability to sit in a classroom which cause him to fall asleep during class.)
He was not able to go to the Federal University of Arts and Literature, hes also a renowned baker and chef. Which he enjoys to do every weekend after his government duties are done. Where he would cook for the public, usually the elders without children or orphans at public facilities throughout New Venezia. According to people within the Government, he has huge dislike toward security details and would often sneak away from them or distract them and flee. How he conduct these public events without the security detail noticing is still a mystery. However, it is known that he never host it at the same place next week.


When he was 12 years old, his father traveled with him to the allied [[Nuł̣ńt'e clan]] in search of a wife to arrange for him where it is said that after arriving, he would meet the T'aan's oldest daughter, [[T'eweł̣q]], and they were betrothed after an "omen from the stars", nowadays interpreted as a meteor shower, from the spirits had declared the marriage to be approven and be set 4 years in the future. With the Nuł̣ńt'e asking for him to stay and work with their tribe as part of the dowry price, he would remain for four years with the Nuł̣ńt'e, his father riding back to his people.
In privacy, it is known that he is quite a loudspeaker. He enjoy alcohol and profanity. However, he does not support excessive drinking. He also dislike smoking, according to Admiral Frederick Edgar about James, he described "If you smoke in front of him, He'll grab the smoke out of your mouth and throw it out of the window. Do not smoke in front of him."
===Adolescence===
The mostly peaceful life of Ẋṭeḿł̣oq́ would be cut short when his father died in a [[Thuhaq-Alẋtśaqi War|skirmish against the Thuhaq]], which coincided with human raids into Alẋtśaqi camps, and he was forced to return to the now very weakened Alẋtśaq clan and become the T'aan of the tribe, taking care of his three siblings as well as taking the leading role in the war effort. He would also, as agreed in his visit to the Nuł̣ńt'e, that he would marry T'eweł̣q. During this period of time, the Thuhaq would not attempt any incursions, having deemed the Alẋtśaqi defeat irreversible and so this granted the young T'aan a few years to prepare and help his people recover from the previous disasters. This would not last for long, as he would be captured five years later by the Thuhaq during a hunt and remain prisoner for many years, which allowed his enemies to further weaken his people.
==Rise to power==
===Early battles===
After a daring escape in where he was badly wounded, he would return to his people in 1540 AR and, now angered after his capture, would resume the war effort his father previously led, beginning with small scale incursions throughout the following decades and, after gaining enough allies, launched a full scale invasion in 1563 AR where he would manage to defeat several Thuhaqan armies. During this time his first child, [[Ńiin]], would be born during the latter days of that campaign.


His success would be halted however when learning of raids into allied tribes, which forced many of them to return to defend their lands, leaving his army significantly reduced and forcing him to retreat back to his lands by 1565 AR; for the following decade a stalemate would take place where he would defeat Thuhaq raiding parties, but he lacked the force to strike back at them. In 1569 AR would be born his second child, [[Alẋtoc]], and in 1582 his last child, [[Ł̣t'tońat]] would be born.
==Credit==
===Alẋtśaqi massacre===
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===Unifying the Dze===
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==Last Dze-Human War==


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James Richard Winters
Confederate Soldier.jpg
6th President Of The United Federation Of Meria
Assumed office
January 1, 1613
Vice PresidentKerry Joseph Morrison
Preceded byAlicia Hunt
Personal details
Born
James Richard Winters

8 December, 1585 (age 28)
New Venezia, Maryland, Federation Of Meria.
ResidenceThe Presidential Tower
Alma materFederal Military Academy Polaris
Occupation
  • Writer
  • Mechanic
Military service
Branch/serviceFederal Navy
Years of service1605-1613
RankCaptain
Unit1st Nishi Battle Group
CommandsU.S.S Hyperion (BB-01)
AwardsFederal Sapphire Star
Federal Iron Cross
Naval Service Medal

James Richard Winters (born 8 December 1585) is an Merian politician who is the 6th and the current president of the United Federation. He previously served in the Federal Navy from 1605 to 1613, he was in command of the Federal Navy's Flagship, Battleship Hyperion BB-01 in 1911 to 1912. When it was decommissioned as the flagship of the Fleet.

Early life (1585-1608)

James Richard Winters was born 8 December, 1585, at Goldwood Federal Hospital in New Venezia, Maryland, to Elizabeth Kinswood and Steven Winters. The youngest child in the family, he has a sister, Amelia and a brother, Jock. Elizabeth were of Erionese origin while Steven are Marylander.

James's family were of relative wealth, mostly coming from his Mother. Who is a daughter of a small barony in Erion. While his father, was a respected scientist within the Federation. With such background, James lived the life of a average middle-class family within the Federation.

He studied at Josephine High School, a renowned High School named after a Maryland Scientist, though he was declared by the schoolboard as a academically failure. In the end, he still managed to graduate in 1603.

He then begun his college education in the Federal Military Academy Polaris as a Naval Officer Candidate, not without efforts due to his low scoring during the national exam. In Polaris, He would prove himself to not be a failure as previously believed. He would prove himself to be a giant in literacy. However, he was well-known for getting into fights as well hopping the Academy fences, this have, many times. Nearly got him expelled. This is also where he met his friend and future vice president of the Federation, Ensign Kerry J. Morrison as well Ensign Frederick Edgar, future Chief Of Naval Operations of the Federation. In 1608, James graduates the Academy and were made Ensign and assigned to the U.S.S Hyperion as weapons operator.

Military Service (1608-1913)

Within the Navy, he would once again prove himself to be a man full of bravery.

During fleet forces exercise. The U.S.S Crescent Moon, LCD-05's ammunition stowage detonated due to faulty wires, which caused fire on board the shell and detonated one of the heat-based ammunition for the aircrafts. Ensign James, who was manning the Machine Gun on starboard of the U.S.S Hyperion saw the detonation, he and his friends, Ensign Kerry, Ensign Douglas and Ensign Frederick. Without authorisation. Deployed a RHIB from the deck of the Battleship. They proceeded to the sinking Crescent Moon. According to Admiral Halsey, Commanding Officer of the Fleet at the time. "While this would usually result in court martial for not awaiting for orders. Their actions saved way more life than when we could order a proper rescue operations. Ballsy, really ballsy."

He and his friends rescued 14 lives during their initial sinking. Without fear, they returned for a second run. Saving another 10. They continued until the Crescent Moon fully sunk. In total, within 7 hours. He and his friends conducted 12 trips and saved at least 80 sailors.

With such course of action and display of courage. He was awarded the Federation Sapphire Fire for exceptional heroism. The second highest award of the Federation as well the Knight's Iron Cross with gold for his leadership during the rescue operations.

After such display of courage, James continues to rise in ranks at rapid speed. Serving on board the U.S.S Hyperion as Weapons Officer and later as Executive Officer. Finally, in 1611. The Admiralty promoted Winters to the rank of Captain and granting him the command of the flagship of the Federation, the U.S.S Hyperion.

Commanding U.S.S Hyperion

As the Battleships were being phased out by the Federal Navy, the Hyperion soon find itself to be the only battleship remaining in service. The Hyperion would later find itself in a small open armed conflict between the Federation and a group of pirates. The Hyperion, which at the time were at sea in international water stumble upon a battle between the Coast Guards and the Pirates. The Hyperion, without any warning. Opened fire with it 40cm main batteries upon the pirates. Sighting the Hyperion. The Pirates quickly fleed the battle, disregarding the loots they accquired previously after attacking cargo ships for weeks on end.

In 1912. He was offered the command of the U.S.S Sovereign CVN-01, the newest vessel in the fleet. He refused the offer and continue to command the Hyperion until February. Where it was ordered to conduct it last voyage with the fleet, where when it return. Will hand the mantle of command over to the Sovereign, crowning it the new flagship of the Fleet. Afterwards, Winter's military career slowed down, he was ordered to a desk job in Naval Station Coral Blues, located in the far distant island of Auroa.

In August, 1912. His friend Morrison declared he would run for Presidency, James, still stuck in NS Coral Blue joked about competing with Kerry for presidency. Thinking that Kerry would win in a landslide. Of course, history didn't play out that way. In December 1912. He was removed from his post in Auroa and was ordered to return to the Federation mainland for the upcoming election.

Presidency (1913-present)

In 1st of January, 1913. In what was a joke. then-Captain James won in a landslide. 12 for and one abstain from the Federal Council.

Then-Commander Kerry Morrison described the event as "out of blues".

He was inaugurated on the same day at 4:00 PM, Local Time at the Federal Square, located in the Government sector of New Venezia. On the foot of the mountain where the Presidential Tower seat. after a lengthy discussion of the Federal Council from 8 AM to 3 PM. At 28, he is the youngest person to have assumed the office. James's inaguration was attended by Former President and General Alicia Hunt, who blessed him with good health and good luck in leading the Federation. President Alicia Hunt described James as "Mad, quite mad. Like a dog on a leash. The Federation is in capable hands."

James's inaguration address were written by him during the waiting for the Council discussion to finish. Like all Presidents of the Federation, he stood on the stage. Under the gazing eyes of million of curious Merians. The following are his address:

It is my greatest honour to be selected by the Federal Council,
To represent the Federation, to represent you. My fellow countrymen.
I did not believe I would become the president.
I ran as a joke, as part of a challenge.
However, today. I was proven wrong.
So, while I may be incapable. For I am just a sailor,
I, Will swear to the North Star. That I will not falter,
I will not cower, I will work to the utmost of my ability
to not fail you, my fellow countrymen.
Thank you for believing in me.
So, let's me serve you. My dear Motherland!
For the star will always shine over the Federation and her people!

After James's inaguration. On the next day, James's policies were published on the Government website and broadcasted nationally.

The following are of his policies:

  1. Continued improvement to quality of life.
  2. Continued development of green energy system to supplement nuclear power.
  3. Continued further expansion of Cameron Policy on Universal sapient rights and services.
  4. Removal of isolationism policies in favour of a open-door and market polciies.
  5. Less restriction for industries working with foreign nations as well support for foreign corporations to settle within the Federation.

Personal Life

James is somewhat reserved. According to close friends, James is relatively easy-going, but would not seek out for others. Whether in intimate relationship or just socialising, it is said that James prefer reading in quiet or travelling to see the nature around him.

It is also mentioned that while he is reserved in social. He has a strong presence among others. He make speeches and announcements when required even if he don't want to.

James is of relatively short build compared to his peers. Standing at 1.65m tall and only weigh around 70 kg. However, surprisingly. He is known for his abnormal strength.

James is a talented artist and writer, however. Due to his academic failure (more likely because of his inability to sit in a classroom which cause him to fall asleep during class.) He was not able to go to the Federal University of Arts and Literature, hes also a renowned baker and chef. Which he enjoys to do every weekend after his government duties are done. Where he would cook for the public, usually the elders without children or orphans at public facilities throughout New Venezia. According to people within the Government, he has huge dislike toward security details and would often sneak away from them or distract them and flee. How he conduct these public events without the security detail noticing is still a mystery. However, it is known that he never host it at the same place next week.

In privacy, it is known that he is quite a loudspeaker. He enjoy alcohol and profanity. However, he does not support excessive drinking. He also dislike smoking, according to Admiral Frederick Edgar about James, he described "If you smoke in front of him, He'll grab the smoke out of your mouth and throw it out of the window. Do not smoke in front of him."

Credit

Public Domain - Created by Col.Rice
Public Domain - Template From Wikimedia Common and IIwiki.