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Pontificia, officially the Most Holy State of the Church, is a state under direct theocratic rule of the Archbishop of the seven virtues on the | Pontificia, officially the Most Holy State of the Church, is a nation-state under direct theocratic rule of the Archbishop of the seven virtues on the [LOCATION]. | ||
The state was established in the | The state was established in 773 AD, after the Holy Larun Emperor Peorn II gifted the city of St. Paulus and its surrounding lands to the Archbishop to rule as temporal sovereign. The gift of this land is understood to have been a move to protect the core lands of the Empire from invading pagan tribes at the time. Pontificia was granted full independence and sovereignty in 1153, after an independence war against the Empire. Ever since that time, Pontificia has been dedicated to pacifism and neutrality, relying on neighbouring states that share the nation's faith on protection. | ||
During the 15th century, the power of Pontificia expanded notably, with its religion being spread mainly by trade and armed crusades conducted by Pontificia's religious neighbours, with the Archbishop gaining spiritual authority over many new lands and people in the region. | |||
In the modern era, Pontificia often engages in religious diplomacy, engaging in missionary work as well as extensive charity action through the LKE Red cross, and the official state charity being a major provider of healthcare and education to millions of impoverished people around the world. | |||
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==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
The economy of Pontificia is dominated by the agricultural industry. Land outside towns and cities is predominantly used for the cultivation of wine grapes, livestock, vegetables and olives. Commercial | The economy of Pontificia is dominated by the agricultural industry. Land outside towns and cities is predominantly used for the cultivation of wine grapes, livestock, vegetables and olives. Commercial activities are largely limited to larger cities like St.Paulus or Pratinio, and focused on the service industry around religious institutions and tourist hotspots. Because of its small size and agricultural economy, Pontificia is largely reliant on importing more industrial or technological goods that it cannot produce by itself. The bulk of agricultural exports of Pontificia are sent towards Ambrian cities due to the significant demand for food, however Pontifician vintage wines are exported globally, earning them a great reputation. | ||
==Demographics== | ==Demographics== | ||
Pontificia possesses a population of 5,753,450, with over half of that number residing in the state's three largest cities. The remainder of the population is spread out in the rural hinterlands, residing in many small agricultural towns and villages. | Pontificia possesses a population of 5,753,450, with over half of that number residing in the state's three largest cities. The remainder of the population is spread out in the rural hinterlands, residing in many small agricultural towns and villages. | ||
The small population of Pontificia are noted to be devout and fervent in their national faith, with their daily lives and culture extensively influenced by the religion's commandments and regular religious lectures given by the clergy on a weekly basis. | The small population of Pontificia are noted to be devout and fervent in their national faith, with their daily lives and culture extensively influenced by the religion's commandments and regular religious lectures given by the clergy on a weekly basis. | ||
Pontifician settlements are noted for their frequent religious festivals, with dozens of parades, celebrations and markets attracting a large amount of tourists from neighbouring regions. | |||
==Government and Politics== | ==Government and Politics== | ||
Pontificia is a theocratic elective absolute monarchy, meaning that spiritual and temporal rule of the nation is bestowed to the same entity, that being the Archbishop of the seven virtues. The head of state, whose power is absolute, is elected among the Cardinals, some of the highest ranking members of the clerical institution of Pontificia. | Pontificia is a theocratic elective absolute monarchy, meaning that spiritual and temporal rule of the nation is bestowed to the same entity, that being the Archbishop of the seven virtues. The head of state, whose power is absolute, is elected among the Cardinals, some of the highest-ranking members of the clerical institution of Pontificia. | ||
While political power on a national scale is controlled by the Church, Pontifician citizens enjoy a limited amount of political power: citizens can elect city mayors and village elders, and each province has its own small provincial council elected by citizens, tasked with the daily workings of local government. | |||
The overall political direction of the country is decided within the Convention of the Cardinals, a council made up of various spiritual representatives from across the realm and beyond. The decisions of the council regarding politics is disseminated to the populace through sermons, and the religious establishment expects Pontifician citizens to largely fall in line with it's political teachings. | |||
==Military== | ==Military== | ||
Pontificia maintains a small but professional military based around volunteers and mercenaries. The military is split into three branches: The Pontifician Air Force, the National Navy and the Pontifician | Pontificia maintains a small but professional military based around volunteers and mercenaries. The military is split into three branches: The Pontifician Air Force, the National Navy and the Pontifician Guard. The relatively small navy of Pontificia is harboured around the city of St. Pauls, and mainly focuses on coast guard and anti-piracy duties. The Pontifician guard falls under the direct authority of the Archbishop of the seven virtues, and is used to guard borders as well as the many clerical institutions dotted around the nation. | ||
Because of the inherent weakness of the country's military, Pontificia has entered into several security agreements with neighbouring states, guaranteeing their territorial integrity. | |||
Latest revision as of 20:11, 15 June 2024
Most Holy State of the Church Sanctissima civitas ecclesiae | |
|---|---|
 Flag | |
| Motto: Deus | |
| Capital | St. Paulus |
| Official languages | Pontifician |
| Recognised national languages | Langhiranian |
| Demonym(s) | Pontifician |
| Government | Theocratic elective absolute monarchy |
• Archbishop of the seven virtues | Paulus XII |
| Legislature | Convention of the Cardinals |
| Establishment | |
• Proclamation of the three Saints | 773 AD |
• Treaty of St. Paulus | 1153 AD |
| Population | |
• Estimate | 5,753,450 |
| GDP (nominal) | 2024 estimate |
• Total | 217.3 billion Scudo |
• Per capita | 37,768 Scudo |
| HDI (2024) | 0.925 very high |
| Currency | Pontifician Scudo (PSD) |
Pontificia, officially the Most Holy State of the Church, is a nation-state under direct theocratic rule of the Archbishop of the seven virtues on the [LOCATION].
The state was established in 773 AD, after the Holy Larun Emperor Peorn II gifted the city of St. Paulus and its surrounding lands to the Archbishop to rule as temporal sovereign. The gift of this land is understood to have been a move to protect the core lands of the Empire from invading pagan tribes at the time. Pontificia was granted full independence and sovereignty in 1153, after an independence war against the Empire. Ever since that time, Pontificia has been dedicated to pacifism and neutrality, relying on neighbouring states that share the nation's faith on protection.
During the 15th century, the power of Pontificia expanded notably, with its religion being spread mainly by trade and armed crusades conducted by Pontificia's religious neighbours, with the Archbishop gaining spiritual authority over many new lands and people in the region.
In the modern era, Pontificia often engages in religious diplomacy, engaging in missionary work as well as extensive charity action through the LKE Red cross, and the official state charity being a major provider of healthcare and education to millions of impoverished people around the world.
History
[Work in progress]
Economy
The economy of Pontificia is dominated by the agricultural industry. Land outside towns and cities is predominantly used for the cultivation of wine grapes, livestock, vegetables and olives. Commercial activities are largely limited to larger cities like St.Paulus or Pratinio, and focused on the service industry around religious institutions and tourist hotspots. Because of its small size and agricultural economy, Pontificia is largely reliant on importing more industrial or technological goods that it cannot produce by itself. The bulk of agricultural exports of Pontificia are sent towards Ambrian cities due to the significant demand for food, however Pontifician vintage wines are exported globally, earning them a great reputation.
Demographics
Pontificia possesses a population of 5,753,450, with over half of that number residing in the state's three largest cities. The remainder of the population is spread out in the rural hinterlands, residing in many small agricultural towns and villages. The small population of Pontificia are noted to be devout and fervent in their national faith, with their daily lives and culture extensively influenced by the religion's commandments and regular religious lectures given by the clergy on a weekly basis.
Pontifician settlements are noted for their frequent religious festivals, with dozens of parades, celebrations and markets attracting a large amount of tourists from neighbouring regions.
Government and Politics
Pontificia is a theocratic elective absolute monarchy, meaning that spiritual and temporal rule of the nation is bestowed to the same entity, that being the Archbishop of the seven virtues. The head of state, whose power is absolute, is elected among the Cardinals, some of the highest-ranking members of the clerical institution of Pontificia.
While political power on a national scale is controlled by the Church, Pontifician citizens enjoy a limited amount of political power: citizens can elect city mayors and village elders, and each province has its own small provincial council elected by citizens, tasked with the daily workings of local government.
The overall political direction of the country is decided within the Convention of the Cardinals, a council made up of various spiritual representatives from across the realm and beyond. The decisions of the council regarding politics is disseminated to the populace through sermons, and the religious establishment expects Pontifician citizens to largely fall in line with it's political teachings.
Military
Pontificia maintains a small but professional military based around volunteers and mercenaries. The military is split into three branches: The Pontifician Air Force, the National Navy and the Pontifician Guard. The relatively small navy of Pontificia is harboured around the city of St. Pauls, and mainly focuses on coast guard and anti-piracy duties. The Pontifician guard falls under the direct authority of the Archbishop of the seven virtues, and is used to guard borders as well as the many clerical institutions dotted around the nation.
Because of the inherent weakness of the country's military, Pontificia has entered into several security agreements with neighbouring states, guaranteeing their territorial integrity.