Riojania

The State of Riojania El Estado de Riojania
Flag National Seal
Motto: "Hijos del Cerro"
Anthem: "Bajo el Quebrachal"
Riojania on a Globe
Capital and largest city	Vinchina
Official languages	Lunfardo, Quechua and Riojano
Ethnic groups	Riojano and Quechua
Religion	Inti
Demonym(s)	Riojano/a
Government	Anocracy
Legislature	Riojano National Assembly
Independent State
Area
•	928,223 km2 (358,389 sq mi)
Population
• Estimate	77 Million
• Density	84.9/km2 (219.9/sq mi)
Gini	31.70 medium
Currency	Riojano Peso (RPE)
Time zone	UTC -5
Date format	DD-MM-YYYY
Driving side	right
ISO 3166 code	RO
Internet TLD	.ro

Riojania, officially The State of Riojania (Spanish: El Estado de Riojania), is an independent state located on Olivacia. It shares borders with Horokoshi to the north; Anáhuac to the east; Kathricore to the west and the Sunadic ocean to the south. Riojanos form the vast majority of the nation's population and Quechua are the largest minority. Vinchina is Riojania's capital city and financial centre, while Petaluma is its central cultural and historical capital city.

Etymology

The etymology of the toponym "Riojania" can be traced back to the Canterian language, with roots embedded in historical significance. The term "Rioja" is a composite of two Canterian words: "rio," signifying "river," and the suffix "-ja," commonly employed in the region to indicate specific places or locations. Consequently, the translation of "Riojania" can be construed as "The Riverlands" or "The Lands by the River."

History

Pre-Colonial Era

For thousands of years, the lands of modern Riojania were inhabited by various indigenous peoples, most notably the Pachenquan Empire and the Inti-milani civilization. The Pachenquans established a complex society with a strong emphasis on astronomy, agriculture, and religion, worshiping Inti, the sun deity.

Colonial Period (1526–1811)

In 1526, explorers from the Canterian Empire arrived. Rather than eradicating the indigenous populations, the Canterians mingled and fused their culture with that of the Quechua. By 1608, the Viceroyalty of Petaluma was established, becoming a significant administrative center for the Canterian colonies.

Independence and Civil Wars (1811–1869)

Following a failed invasion by the Riamese Empire in 1811, the Viceroyalty declared independence. The ensuing war also led to the independence of Anillaco. However, Riojania’s early years were tumultuous, with 11 civil wars between Federalists and Unitarians, culminating in 1869 with the victory of the Unitarians.

The First Republic (1900–1933)

The Century Revolution of 1900 established Riojania’s first democratic government. This period saw significant economic and cultural growth until 1933, when the Popular Revolution brought Juan Alvear to power. Alvear, a beloved leader, founded the ideology of Alvearism, which shaped the nation’s future.

The Foul Years (1941–1952)

After Juan Alvear’s death, his wife Isabel Alvear assumed leadership but became a puppet of the authoritarian Ignacio Raveliño. Raveliño’s regime, known as the Foul Years, was marked by severe oppression, human rights abuses, and clandestine fascist policies. His mysterious death in 1951, followed by the military’s intervention, led to the establishment of the Second Republic in 1953.

Modern Era (1953–2025)

The Second Republic eventually evolved into an Anocracy in 1967, marking the start of the Third Alvearist Period. The ruling Unión Cívica Nacional has maintained dominance through manipulated elections. Despite this, Riojania remains a regional power with a thriving economy and influential military.