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'''Perateia''' ([[wikipedia:Armenian language|Vardanan]] Պերատեիա; [[Wikipedia:Pontic greek|Mysian]]: Περάτεια), officially the '''Diocese of the East''' ([[Standard Latin language|Latin]]: ''Dioecesis Orientis''; [[wikipedia:Armenian language|Vardanan]]: ''Արևելքի թեմ''; [[wikipedia:Pontic Greek language|Mysian]]: ''Διοίκηση Ανατολής''), or less frequently as '''Transmaria''', is a [[Administrative divisions of Latium#Dioceses|diocese]] of [[Latium]]. It is the only territory of Latium to span multiple continents, occupying a strategic location spanning the Persespont, linking the [[Ajax|Periclean]] and [[Ajax|Ozeros]] Seas.
The '''Empire of the East''', more commonly referred to as '''Perateia''', ([[wikipedia:Tsakonian language|Perateian]]: Περάτεια), or the '''Perateian Empire''' ([[wikipedia:Tsakonian language|Perateian]]:''Βασιλεία Περατειοι''; [[Standard Latin language|Latin]]: ''Imperium Perateianum''), is a transcontinental country primarily located on [[Ajax#Scipia|Scipia]], with a portion of its territory located on the [peninsula] in [[Ajax#Ochran|Ochran]]. It shares a border to the west with [[Vardana]] and a maritime border with [[Aretias]]. It is located at a confluence of the Periclean and Ozeros Seas. The Lihnidosi-descended Perateian comprise the majority of the country's population, with notable minorities including [[Vardana|Vardani]], [[Dardalona|Dardaloni]], [[Lerazgan people|Lerazgan]], and [[Latium|Latins]].


The diocese consists of 5 provinces, including [[Leonopolis]] which is coterminous with the city of the same name. It was created a diocese in 1955, previous to that holding the status of a [[Augustal Province]]. It is the second iteration of the Diocese of the East, the first being created in the 3rd century AD. Its administrative headquarters is located in Leonopolis. Perateia enjoys a degree of autonomy. While [[Standard Latin language|Latin]] is the official language of government in Perateia, [[wikipedia:Ossetian language|Dardaloni]], [[wikipedia:Pontic Greek|Mysian]]. and [[wikipedia:Armenian language|Vardanan]] are recognized languages and enjoy equal dignity with Latin.
The earliest settlements located in present-day Perateia were home to ancient Nesilian and indications that the Scipian-side of the peninsula that is home to the modern city of [[Leonopolis]] was first inhabited as early as the 5th millennium BCE. Peratiea is home to important neolithic sites such as X, and has been inhabited by ancient civilizations such as the Nesilians, XXXX peoples, among others. Following the ancient XXXX empire and its conquests. However, the history of Perateia and [[Leonopolis]] proper begins in 875 BCE when [[Lihnidos|Lihnidosi]] colonists from Gythaca established Perateion on the Scipian-side of Perseid Straits, with tradition claiming that the ancient city of Perateia was founded by the [[Lihnidos|Lihnidosi]] hero Perseus.


Perateia, and its surrounding area, have been inhabited by diverse civilizations and successive empires including the ancient Teispids, Latins, [[Bayarid Empire|Bayarids]], and the Mesfid and Almurid Caliphates, and X. From 1444 to 1851 the area served as the capital region of the Kingdom of Great Vardana, though at times was a tributary of larger neighboring states. Today it is one of the most diverse areas in Latium.
The surrounding area was [[wikipedia:Hellenised|Lihnidosized]] by the time of territorial advances of the ancient [[Latium|Latin Empire]], and continued through the declaration of the Empire of the East in 485 CE. Colloquially known as the Perateian Empire, Perateia assumed control of former many Latin territories throughout the Eastern Periclean, in what are now the countries of [[Alanahr]], [[TBD]], [[Kocisupara]], [[Uluujol]], and [[Vardana]]. The borders of the empire fluctuated, though often including what is now Vardana and remaining centered on its capital of [[Leonopolis]]. Successive wars with [[Mesogeia]] left the empire vulnerable to the invading [[Bayarid Empire]] and [[Azdarin|Yen Caliphates]]. Though Perateia experienced a brief resurgence following the collapse of the X Caliphate, it was short lived as the [[Vardana|Vardani]] peoples swept into Perateia from the Kalzashi Mountains, and eventually encompassed the territories that consist of modern-day Vardana.
 
[[wikipedia:Tsakonian language|Perateian]] is the official language and [[Perateian Ecumenical Church]] is the official church of Perateia. With a population of X million, it is the Xth most populous country in Scipia and the Xth most populous in Ochran. The majority of its population lives in or around [[Leonopolis]]. It has an area of 68,160 km{{sup|2}}, making it the Xth larges country in Scipia and the Xth largest in Ochran. Spanning the continents of Scipia and Ochran, approximately 51% of its territory is in Scipia.
 
Perateia is considered a regional power due to its transcontinental position and control of the Perseid Straits. From 1928 to 1934, Perateia was in a [[wikipedia:dynastic union|dynastic union]] with [[Latium]]. In 1964, with the ascension of [[Diana I Anicia|Empress Diana I Anicia]], Perateia entered a personal union with [[Latium]]. It has an estimated population of X, making it the Xth largest country in the world. Its economy is classified as emerging and growth leading. It is the 56th largest economy in the [[Ajax|world]] by nominal GDP and the 29th by nominal GDP per capita. It is a member of the [[Forum of Nations]], the [[Society of Latin Peoples and States]], the X, and y, as well as holding associate or observer status in the [[Joint Space Agency]] and [[Association of Malaio Ozeros Nations]].
==Etymology==
==Etymology==
The official name of the diocese is the Diocese of the East, named for the ancient Latin territory of the same due to its status as the easternmost province. It is colloquially referred to as Perateia, which comes from [[wikipedia:Greek language|Hellenic]] <nowiki>"ἡ περαία"</nowiki>, which translates to <nowiki>"place beyond [the sea]"</nowiki>. This name was used in reference to the area around the Persespont as early as the 3rd century BCE by early Hellenic and Aradian explorers.
Early in its proclamation, Perateia claimed the mantle of the [[Latium|Latin Empire]], but was frequently internally referred to as the Empire of the East or the Eastern Empire. However, the empire proclaimed by [[Leo III Iovanius|Emperor Leo III]] was commonly referred to by the [[wikipedia:exonym|exonym]] Perateia or the Perateian Empire by those outside its borders. This name is derived from the first known name for what became the city of [[Leonopolis]].  


The city was named by the [[Lihnidos|Lihnidosi]] colonists from Gythaca, which is derived from the [[wikipedia:Greek language|Lihnidosi]] <nowiki>"ἡ περαία"</nowiki>, which translates to <nowiki>"place beyond [the sea]"</nowiki>. The original colonists claimed direct descent from the city's legendary founder, Perseus.
The most common [[wikipedia:endonym|endonym]] for the country is Paomania (Παομανια), which is derived from the ancient [[wikipedia:Doric Greek|Gythacan]] "πάομαι" (páomai), originally meaning "to acquire." In practice, Paomania roughly translates to "the power" or "the state", or "realm."
==History==
==History==
===Pre-history of Perateia===
===Antiquity===
===Latin period and early Perateian Empire===
===Bayarid and Yen invasions===
===Periclean resurgence and personal union with Lihnidos===
===Modern Perateia===
==Geography==
[[File:Istanbul by Sentinel-2, 2020-05-09.jpg|200px|right|thumb|The city of Leonopolis and the Persespont from the Ozeros Sea.]]
Perateia is located in the eastern Periclean-region, split between northeastern Scipia and southwestern portions of the Ochrani peninsula, and stradles the only sea connection between the Periclean and Ozeros Seas via the Perseid Straits. This location has provided Peratiea ideally for defense and trade due to the confluence of the only land route between Ochran and Scipia and only sea lane between the Periciean and Ozeros Seas. The nearby [fault] is cause for earthquake activity, even though it doesn't pass through Perateia. The Scipian portion of Perateia consists of rolling plateaus, while the Ochrani side is hilly in general. The area around [[Leonopolis]] is the most densely populated.
Perateia's land area is approximately 68,160 square kilometers including lakes. Roughly 16% of its territory is located on the Ochrani side of the Perseid Straits.
===Climate===
Perateian climate varies from a [[wikipedia:Mediterranean climate|Periclean]] climate, [[wikipedia:humid subtropical climate|humid subtropical climate]] and [[wikipedia:oceanic climate|oceanic climate]]. Its coastal, and borderline coastal regions have a Periclean climate that are highlighted by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.


==Geography==
The hilly disposition of Perateia has led to various mircoclimates throughout Perateia. The Scipian side of the Perateia are typically more wet, while the western borderlands near [[Vardana]] are some of the most commonly dry regions of the country. Conversely, the Ochrani side has a primarily oceanic climate characterized by moderate temperatures year round, and the absence of a typical dry season. Central Perateia, in and around Leonopolis there is often no dry season and heavy morning humidity, with semi-frequent fog.
[[File:Bosphorus aerial view.jpg|200px|right|thumb|The city of Leonopolis and the Persespont from the Ozeros Sea.]]
===Biodiversity===
==Politics==
{{see also|Politics of Perateia}}
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Perateia is a unitary absolute monarchy, operating under an uncodified constitution in which the [[Monarchy of Peratiea|emperor]] is the autocratic ruler of Perateia, and is considered the chief law giver and chief administrator.
 
The emperor is assisted by key ministers, members of the nobility, and oftentimes ecclesiastical figures. The emperor is the supreme commander of the armed forces, and serves as the head of state and government, and the leader of the the [[Perateian Ecumenical Church|church]] and government. However, while the emperor is the head of the government, he is aided by key officers such as the [[Mesazon of Perateia|Mesazon]], who serves as the emperor's chief advisor, and more recently as viceroy, and the [[Grand Logothete of Perateia|Grand Logothete]], whose office is primarily akin to that of a chief minister. The emperor has wide reaching discretionary powers over finances and dismissing and appointing state officials. While succession is officially semi-elective, it is hereditary in practice and often follows male-preference primogeniture succession practices. This de facto hereditary succession is primarily attributed to the long standing practice of junior co-emperors (''symbasileis''). Perateia has been in a [[wikipedia:personal union|personal union]] with [[Latium]] since 1964, and has been ruled by the [[House of Claudius|Claudian dynasty]] since 2000. The current emperor is [[Constantine XX Claudius|Constantine XI Claudius]], who has reigned as sole emperor since 3 November 2016.
 
The senate is the national legislature of Perateia, and while many of its roles are advisory, and it plays an important role in the crafting of legislation and budgetary matters. Its membership is traditionally appointed or inherited, though since 1984 a number of seats have been open for election. At times, the Senate may take part in limited judicial functions as the highest court in Perateia, most often in treason or more recently terrorism. Many key officials are granted a position in the Senate by virtue of their government or court offices. These senators comprise nearly half of the legislative composition. The senate is non-partisan, with partisan politics strictly prohibited by 1839 imperial decree.
===Law===
Perateian law is primarily based in traditional Latin law, with Latin codes as the earliest codes of law recognized in Perateia. Early differences in legal interpretations stem from more eastern and Lihnidosi influences in Perateian law. Many of the deviations between Latin and Perateian law began when usage of Latin began to decline in favor of Perateian, resulting in different interpretations of old Latin-based legal codes. This ultimately culminated in the promulgation of new legal codes, such as the Zenobid code issued in the mid 8th century.


The Diocese of the East is located in the eastern Periclean-region, split between northeastern Scipia and southwestern portions of the Chersonian peninsula. The Persespont, which connects the Periclean Sea and the Ozeros Sea, divides the territory between the Scipian side and the Chersonian side. The Scipian portion of the Diocese consists of rolling plateaus, while the Chersonian side is hilly in general. The area around [[Leonopolis]] is the most densely populated.
The [[Universal Court of Judges (Perateia)|Universal Court of Judges]]<!--Kritai katholikoi--> is the court of last resort in Perateia. It is composed of 12 judges of secular or ecclesiastical expertise, and accepts applications of appeals from the Courts of Judgement<!--Epi ton kriseon-->, which presides over public and private tribunals. The main court of first instance is the Droungarios courts. The Dikaiophylaxian court is a special private and ecclesiastical court that presides over primarily ecclesiastical matters, though has limited jurisdiction over private matters below {{LAS}}10,000.


The Diocese's land area is approximately 179,104 square kilometers including lakes. Roughly 16% of its territory is located on the Chersonian side of the Persespont.
Law enforcement is provided by the Noumeroi, which serves as that national police force of Perateia with regional and local offices throughout the country and are supported by the Hetaeria tactical forces.
===Climate===
===Foreign relations===
The Diocese of the East climate varies from a [[wikipedia:Mediterranean climate|Periclean]] climate, [[wikipedia:humid subtropical climate|humid subtropical climate]] and [[wikipedia:oceanic climate|oceanic climate]]. Its coastal, and borderline coastal regions have a Periclean climate that are highlighted by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The Scipian side of the Diocese , while the western borderlands are some of the most commonly dry regions of the territory. Conversely, the Chersonian side has a primarily oceanic climate characterized by moderate temperatures year round, and the absence of a typical dry season.
{{see also|Foreign relations of Perateia}}
==Government and politics==
Perateia is a member of the [[Forum of Nations]], [[Society of Latin Peoples and States]], X, Y, and Z. It also holds associate membership in the [[Joint Space Agency]], and Z.
The Diocese of the East is the largest [[Latium|Latin]] territory outside of [[Ajax#Belisaria|Belisaria]] proper by area and population. It holds dual status as a diocese and augustal province, which sometimes creates overlap between local governments. The central Latin government and its agencies handle many issues in the Diocese of the East that are considered Imperial competencies, such as foreign affairs, defense, trade, etc.  


The Emperor appoints the [[Count of the East|Count]], who is governor of the territory and holds the special title of <nowiki>"Count of the East"</nowiki> (''comes Orientis''). The Count serves as the monarch's representative in the diocese and plays a key role in local government as head of the Executive Council. He or she resides at [[Monarchy of Latium#Residences|Heraion]], in [[Leonopolis]]. The [[Senate of Perateia|Perateian Senate]] serves as the main deliberative body in the diocese, in which all citizen residents are able to stand for election or vote. Residents are eligible to serve in the [[Senate of Latium|Senate]], so long as they hold Latin citizenship and meet other requirements to stand for the Senate. Traditionally, a Senator that primarily resides in the Diocese is appointed the Praetorial Magistrate for Perateian Affairs.
Perateia maintains a key place in world affairs due to its strategic hold on the land route through Leonopolis linking Ochran and Scipia, and one of the busiest sea lanes through the Perseid Straits that link the Periclean and Ozeros Seas. Its location dictates its foreign policy aims. The foreign minister is the Logothete of the Course (λογοθέτης τοῦ δρόμου), who is supported by the Bureau of Barbarian Affairs (σκρίνιον τῶν βαρβάρων), and oversees Perateia’s foreign policy objectives.


The Executive Council determines policy changes and considers legislation before presenting it to the Assembly for voting. The [[Monarchy of Latium|Emperor]], through the [[Sacred Assembly]], may also review legislation pending before the Assembly. Until 1997, members of the [[Senate of Perateia|Perateian Senate]] were appointed by the Count of the East. Since then, individuals have been elected to the assembly through semi-proportional party-list; however, the Count may still appoint individuals to the Assembly.
Due to Perateia’s location straddling Scipia and Ochran, its foreign policy aims are focused on securing its position across the Perseid Straits. Due to the personal union with [[Latium]], and the dynastic union between the two nations before that, Perateia is supported in these goals through Latium’s [[Eastern Policy (Latium)|Eastern Policy]], which was first instituted during the reign of Perateian emperor [[Thomas I Anicius]] and his brother Latin emperor [[Theophylactus I Augustus|Theophylactus I Anicius]]. Perateia also works to achieve these aims by pursuing a network of alliances, membership in international organizations, and expansive trade policies to safeguard its position.
===Military===
{{see also|Autokramyna}}
The [[Autokramyna]] is the national defense force of Perateia, of which the emperor is the commander-in-chief, and under the oversight of the [[Grand Domestic of Perateia|Grand Domestic]]. It consists of X branches:
* [[Perateian Army]] (Παōμαîοι στρατός; Paōmaîoi stratόs)
** [[Hetaireia (Perateia)|Hetaireia]] (foreign legion)
* [[Perateian Navy]] (Παōμαîοι ναυτικό; Paōmaîoi naytikό)
* [[Perateian Air Force]] (Παōμαîοι αεροπορία; Paōmaîoi aeroporía)
* Paramonai (Παραμοναί)


The Diocese of the East maintains its own [[Judiciary of Perateia|judiciary]], which is subordinate to the [[Judiciary of Latium|Imperial courts]]. It does not have its own legal code, and instead utilizes Latin law, Latin legal codes, and, in rare instances, Vardanan customary law. There is no court of last resort and any appeals beyond the first level of appellate courts are sent to the [[Trigintiviral Court]] for review.
Akritai (ἀκρίται) for border guards or border patrol. [[Hetaireia (Perateia)|Hetaireia]] as a foreign legion element. Paramonai as an imperial guard force.
===Local governments===
===Human rights===
The diocese is divided into 6 provinces, which are in turn subdivided into 34 districts, and 3 independent city-provinces. Prior to 1956, provinces were utilized solely for military and statistical purposes. Following a series of reforms, provinces have the ability to distribute funds to municipalities within their boundaries. Provinces are governed by a president (''praeses''). The president is appointed by the Emperor, upon the recommendation of the Count, and oversees the day to day governance of their respective province. The sole exception is the Viscount of Leonopolis, whose powers are largely oversight to the elected government of the city of Leonopolis, as the province of Leonopolis is coterminous with the city of Leonopolis. Provinces are typically governed similarly to their counterparts in mainland Latium, and are led by an elected or appointed council, alongside an appointed executive officer.
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===Administrative divisions===
Since the [[Anician dynasty|Anician]] reforms in the 19th century, Perateia has consisted of 9 [[Administrative divisions of Perateia#Themes|themes]]. Each theme is then subdivided into numerous archonates, which are governed by an archon (roughly equal to mayor). Historically, themes were led by a single civil and military administration; however the 1888 reforms of [[Thomas I Anicius]] and [[Eusebia I Byzennina]] severed the joint civil-military administrative style. However, the central imperial government oversees the actions of local governments. Currently, eight themes are led by the imperial-appointed Kephale, with civil authority over the theme. Military themes equally correspond in geographic scope with their civil counterparts, but lack any administrative authority and serve as military groupings.


[[Leonopolis]] is the only city-theme, and it is subdivided into districts. Leonopolis is the only theme to be led by the [[Eparch of Leonopolis|Eparch]] and the consultative Leonopolis Assembly. Districts of Leonopolis feature an appointed archon, and in some cases elected councils of anywhere from 5 to 10 residents. Like with themes, the Eparch oversees the actions of district governments, who in turn is supervised by the central government. Due to its role as capital and proximity to the emperor, the Eparch of Leonopolis is often considered one of the most influential offices in government.
==Economy==
==Economy==
Perateia, primarily through its capital [[Leonopolis]], houses international ports that link Belisaria, Ochran, and Scipia. The Perseid Straits provides the only passage from the Periclean to Ozeros Seas, and is one of the busiest and narrowest sea lanes used for international navigation. As the Perseid Straits fall within Perateian territorial waters, passage is regulated by the Perateian government, with commercial and private passage governed by the [office]/convention. As a result, shipping is a key part of the economy.
The service industry is well-developed due to the strategic location of the country, as well as historical and religious connections, including commerce, tourism, and trade. The financial sector of the economy grew along with industrialization and the increased passage of shipping and trade through the Perseid Strait. Agriculture was historically a major sector of the Perateian economy until the loss of the Nesilian provinces in what is now Vardana. However, with a series of reforms and investments in modern irrigation system, Perateia has expanded a limited agricultural industry.
===Tourism===
[[File:Paragliding_view_oludeniz_-_panoramio_(2).jpg|thumb|left|200px|Ormos beach]]
[[File:48710_Bozburun-Marmaris-Muğla,_Turkey_-_panoramio_(8).jpg|thumb|right|200px|Sfarda in Perateia is a popular summer tourism destination.]]
Perateia is a major tourist destination and has become a major source of growth for the economy, both of vacationers and visiting professionals. Nearly all tourists enter through John X International Airport, located just west of Leonopolis on the Scipian side of the strait, or through a seaport in Leonopolis, Selentis, Savatra, or Gagara.
Leonopolis is one of the most important and popular tourism spots in Perateia, and the world. It is host to thousands of hotels and other industries related to tourism. A number of its attractions include many historical imperial or religious sites. These sites include  including the  range from historic religious sites [[Hagia Euergetou]], [[Monarchy of Perateia#Residences|Heraion]], [market], [[Leonopolis#Rosaeum|Rosaeum]], Tower of Christ,  Ippodrómos, and [historic palace site], as well as museums located throughout the country. A number of beachfront destinations on either the Periclean or Ozeros coasts are also popular tourism areas in Perateia, including [[Ormos]] located on the Ochrani side of the strait.
===Infrastructure===
===Industries===
==Demographics==
==Demographics==
The Diocese of the East is the largest overseas territory of Latium, and one of the most diverse in the country. According to the most recent Imperial census, in 2017, the population of the Diocese of the East is nearly # million residents. The largest ethnic group in the territory consists of ethnic [[Vardana|Vardanans]], who make up nearly 52% of the population. [[Dardalan|Dardaloni]] compose the second largest ethnic group at 24% of population of Perateia, residing primarily outside of [[Leonopolis]]. Nearly 9% of all residents are of Hellenic origin, either ethnic [[Lihnidos|Lihnidosi]] or ethnic [[Mysia|Mysian]]. [[Latium|Latins]] are among one of the quickest growing groups in the territory, currently consisting of 10% of permanent residents of the area. Other groups present are [[Ayrum|Ayrumi]], [[Fahran|Gharbaic]], Tashelhitans, and Tigrayitans.
According to the most recent 2020 census, the population of Perateia was 12 million people. Nearly 58% of the population resided in, or near, [[Leonopolis]]. Its population density is 186.5 people per km². Residents in the 15–64 age group compose 65% of the total population.
===Language===
There are two official languages in the territory:  [[Standard Latin language|Latin]] and [[wikipedia:Armenian language|Vardanan]]. Both languages enjoy equal status; however, official government documents are only issued in Latin. The most widely spoken language is [[wikipedia:Armenian language|Vardanan]], followed by Latin, and then Dardaloni and Gharbaic. Most residents are multi-lingual and have a basic understanding of Latin.


Other minority languages spoke are [[wikipedia:Azeri language|Ayrumi]], [[wikipedia:Arabic language|Gheiravin]], [[wikipedia:Shilha language|Tashelhit]], and [[wikipedia:Beja language|Tigrayit]].
Ethnic Perateians consist of the largest percentage of the population at 95%. Per census guidelines, a Perateian is any individual that speaks [[wikipedia:Tsakonian language|Perateian]] as a first language, adheres to [[Perateian Ecumenical Church|Perateian Ecumenicism]], and follows traditional Perateian cultural practices. This has led to a disparity in the census recognized ethnic Perateians and those that identify as Perateian, which independent studies show is closer to 84 to 88% of the nation’s population. However, colloquially, individuals that fall into this group are commonly referred to as Paomanian or Paomanians, a term roughly meaning "[citizen] of the empire" or "[citizen] of the state" from the ancient [[wikipedia:Doric Greek|Gythacan]].
 
The largest ethnic minority groups is Lerazgan, who first settled the Ochrani areas of Perateia in the 7th century. Other minority groups include, Vardani, Gharbaic, and [[Tenerians]], [[Kembesa|Kembesans]], among others. A Latin population has grown in Perateia since the 19th century and the dynastic, and later personal, union with [[Latium]].
===Languages===
The sole official language of Perateia is [[wikipedia:Tsakonian language|Perateian]], a [[wikipedia:Hellenic languages|Lihndosi language]] that evolved from [[wikipedia:Doric Greek|Gythacan Lihnidosi]]. It is the third most spoken Lihnidosi language in the [[Ajax|world]], and is spoken by 92% of the Perateian population as a first language. Approximately 4% of the population speaks [[wikipedia:Adyghe language|Lerazgan]] as their mother tongue. X and Y are the first language of 2% of the population, with many other languages spoken throughout parts of Perateia, including [[wikipedia:Ossetian language|Dardaloni]], [[wikipedia:Arabic language|Gharbaic]], [[wikipedia:Kurdish language|Kardish]], and [[wikipedia:Armenian language|Vardani]]. While Latin is not widely spoken as a major first language in Perateia, usage and education on Latin has risen since 1964.
===Religion===
===Religion===
As in [[Latium]], the official religion of Perateia is [[wikipedia:Roman Catholic|Fabrian Catholicism]], adhered to by nearly 11% of the populace. However, the overall majority religion is [[Vardanan Aletheic Church|Vardanan Alethicism]], adhered to by 57% of the population. Nearly 15% follow the [[Azdarin|Yen]] denominations. Another 10% identify as irreligious or atheist, while Judaism is followed by almost 2% of the population.
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The [[Perateian Ecumenical Church]] has been the state church of Perateia since the empire’s establishment in the 5th century. Despite having a state church, the Perateian imperial government provides a number of safeguards on freedom of religion; however, these freedoms require government recognition of a religion. Nearly 90% of the nation’s inhabitants follow Christian faiths, the largest portion of which follow the Ecumenical Church. Among minority faiths, nearly 3% of the population identify as [[Azdarin|Yen]], and 1% of the population as Jewish, and 4% of the population does not identify with any single religion or does not belong to an organized religion.
 
Christianity has a long standing position in Perateia, and it is the birthplace of many saints. There are nearly 12000 churches in Perateia as of 2020. The Christian population of Perateia has grown in diversity since the 1970s, though the Ecumenical Church remains the predominant faith in Perateia, and incredibly influential.
===Education===
The Ministry of Education is responsible for overseeing all primary and secondary education in Perateia. Compulsory education lasts for 12 years, from ages 5 or 6 to 17 or 18. Public schooling is provided for those that are unable to afford private schooling, leading to a divide in quality of education, though in recent years public education has seen greater government funding and rising performance standards. Most students attend private tutors beginning at the age of twelve. Primary school consists of five years, middle school of three years, and high school of four years, resulting in 99% literacy rate among adults. Approximately 5% of students are home-schooled.
 
There are a total of 122 public or private universities in Perateia, of which 78 are located within [[Leonopolis]] or its surrounding area. According to independent studies, the University of Leonopolis is the highest ranked university in Perateia, followed by the Perseid University, both of which are ranked among the top 250 universities worldwide. Traditionally the emperor is responsible for appointing the president or provost of all universities in Perateia, whether public or private. Perateia participates in the [[Society of Latin Peoples and States|SLPC Exchange Program]], the XXXX, and YYYY exchange programs.


The [[Apostolic Patriarch of Leonopolis]] is the historical chief religious authority in the Vardanan Apostolic Church. Since the creation of the Diocese of the East, the Apostolic Patriarch remains the chief authority of the Vardanan church within the Diocese, while the Presbyter of all Vardana is the autocephalous primate in neighboring [[Vardana]].
===Health===
===People===
Perateia instituted publicly funded, universal healthcare in 1989, which is administered by the Eidikon and the Special Secretary (Epi tou eidikou). This publicly funded system is primarily funded by 4% tax on payroll or employers, and covers anywhere from 71% to 80% of health care costs depending on the expense. Healthcare spending amounts to approximately 7% of GDP according to the most recently disclosed government budget. This healthcare spending ranks #th among nations.
:''See [[:Category:People from Perateia]]''


Nearly 70% of Perateians have some level of secondary health insurance for services not fully covered by the Eidikon, such as dentistry or optometry.
==Culture==
===Visual arts===
===Literature and theatre===
===Music and dance===
===Architecture===
===Sports===
===Media and cinema===
===Cuisine===
==See also==
==See also==
*[[Dardalona]]
[[category:Perateia]]
*[[Vardana]]
[[Category:Countries (Ajax)]]
[[category:Latium]]
[[Category:Monarchies (Ajax)]]
[[category:Administrative divisions of Latium]]
[[Category:Unitary states]]

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Empire of the East
Βασιλεία Ἑῴα (Perateian)
Flag of Perateia
Flag
Coat of Arms of Perateia
Coat of Arms
Motto: Σταυρέ, βοήθει
Staurè, boéthei
("Cross, Come to Our Aid")
Anthem: ἐν τούτῳ νίκα
EN Touto Nika
In this, Victorious
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Location of Perateia (dark green) – in Scipia (dark grey)
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– in Scipia (dark grey)
Political Map of Perateia
Political Map of Perateia
Capital
and largest city
Leonopolis
Official languagePerateian
Religion
Perateian Ecumenical Church (state church)
Demonym(s)
  • Perateian
  • Paomanian (colloquial)
GovernmentUnitary absolute monarchy
• Emperor
Constantine XI Claudius
• Mesazon
The Duke of Beroea
Niketas Metochites
LegislatureSenate
Formation
• Founding of Perateia
887 BCE
• Latin conquest
100 CE
• Founding of Leonopolis
360
• Perateian Empire proclaimed
485
• Personal union with Messenia
1725
• Loss of Nesilian territories to the Vardani
1765
• Personal union with Latium
1964
Area
• 
68,160 km2 (26,320 sq mi) (nth)
Population
• 2022 estimate
12,716,289
• 2020 census
12,084,565
• Density
186.5/km2 (483.0/sq mi)
GDP (nominal)2020 estimate
• Total
$329.1 billion (56th)
• Per capita
$25,879 (29th)
CurrencyHyperpyron (𐆙) (PEH)
Date formatdd/mm/yyyy (AD)
Driving sideleft
Calling code+54
ISO 3166 codePE
Internet TLD.pe

The Empire of the East, more commonly referred to as Perateia, (Perateian: Περάτεια), or the Perateian Empire (Perateian:Βασιλεία Περατειοι; Latin: Imperium Perateianum), is a transcontinental country primarily located on Scipia, with a portion of its territory located on the [peninsula] in Ochran. It shares a border to the west with Vardana and a maritime border with Aretias. It is located at a confluence of the Periclean and Ozeros Seas. The Lihnidosi-descended Perateian comprise the majority of the country's population, with notable minorities including Vardani, Dardaloni, Lerazgan, and Latins.

The earliest settlements located in present-day Perateia were home to ancient Nesilian and indications that the Scipian-side of the peninsula that is home to the modern city of Leonopolis was first inhabited as early as the 5th millennium BCE. Peratiea is home to important neolithic sites such as X, and has been inhabited by ancient civilizations such as the Nesilians, XXXX peoples, among others. Following the ancient XXXX empire and its conquests. However, the history of Perateia and Leonopolis proper begins in 875 BCE when Lihnidosi colonists from Gythaca established Perateion on the Scipian-side of Perseid Straits, with tradition claiming that the ancient city of Perateia was founded by the Lihnidosi hero Perseus.

The surrounding area was Lihnidosized by the time of territorial advances of the ancient Latin Empire, and continued through the declaration of the Empire of the East in 485 CE. Colloquially known as the Perateian Empire, Perateia assumed control of former many Latin territories throughout the Eastern Periclean, in what are now the countries of Alanahr, TBD, Kocisupara, Uluujol, and Vardana. The borders of the empire fluctuated, though often including what is now Vardana and remaining centered on its capital of Leonopolis. Successive wars with Mesogeia left the empire vulnerable to the invading Bayarid Empire and Yen Caliphates. Though Perateia experienced a brief resurgence following the collapse of the X Caliphate, it was short lived as the Vardani peoples swept into Perateia from the Kalzashi Mountains, and eventually encompassed the territories that consist of modern-day Vardana.

Perateian is the official language and Perateian Ecumenical Church is the official church of Perateia. With a population of X million, it is the Xth most populous country in Scipia and the Xth most populous in Ochran. The majority of its population lives in or around Leonopolis. It has an area of 68,160 km2, making it the Xth larges country in Scipia and the Xth largest in Ochran. Spanning the continents of Scipia and Ochran, approximately 51% of its territory is in Scipia.

Perateia is considered a regional power due to its transcontinental position and control of the Perseid Straits. From 1928 to 1934, Perateia was in a dynastic union with Latium. In 1964, with the ascension of Empress Diana I Anicia, Perateia entered a personal union with Latium. It has an estimated population of X, making it the Xth largest country in the world. Its economy is classified as emerging and growth leading. It is the 56th largest economy in the world by nominal GDP and the 29th by nominal GDP per capita. It is a member of the Forum of Nations, the Society of Latin Peoples and States, the X, and y, as well as holding associate or observer status in the Joint Space Agency and Association of Malaio Ozeros Nations.

Etymology

Early in its proclamation, Perateia claimed the mantle of the Latin Empire, but was frequently internally referred to as the Empire of the East or the Eastern Empire. However, the empire proclaimed by Emperor Leo III was commonly referred to by the exonym Perateia or the Perateian Empire by those outside its borders. This name is derived from the first known name for what became the city of Leonopolis.

The city was named by the Lihnidosi colonists from Gythaca, which is derived from the Lihnidosi "ἡ περαία", which translates to "place beyond [the sea]". The original colonists claimed direct descent from the city's legendary founder, Perseus.

The most common endonym for the country is Paomania (Παομανια), which is derived from the ancient Gythacan "πάομαι" (páomai), originally meaning "to acquire." In practice, Paomania roughly translates to "the power" or "the state", or "realm."

History

Pre-history of Perateia

Antiquity

Latin period and early Perateian Empire

Bayarid and Yen invasions

Periclean resurgence and personal union with Lihnidos

Modern Perateia

Geography

The city of Leonopolis and the Persespont from the Ozeros Sea.

Perateia is located in the eastern Periclean-region, split between northeastern Scipia and southwestern portions of the Ochrani peninsula, and stradles the only sea connection between the Periclean and Ozeros Seas via the Perseid Straits. This location has provided Peratiea ideally for defense and trade due to the confluence of the only land route between Ochran and Scipia and only sea lane between the Periciean and Ozeros Seas. The nearby [fault] is cause for earthquake activity, even though it doesn't pass through Perateia. The Scipian portion of Perateia consists of rolling plateaus, while the Ochrani side is hilly in general. The area around Leonopolis is the most densely populated.

Perateia's land area is approximately 68,160 square kilometers including lakes. Roughly 16% of its territory is located on the Ochrani side of the Perseid Straits.

Climate

Perateian climate varies from a Periclean climate, humid subtropical climate and oceanic climate. Its coastal, and borderline coastal regions have a Periclean climate that are highlighted by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters.

The hilly disposition of Perateia has led to various mircoclimates throughout Perateia. The Scipian side of the Perateia are typically more wet, while the western borderlands near Vardana are some of the most commonly dry regions of the country. Conversely, the Ochrani side has a primarily oceanic climate characterized by moderate temperatures year round, and the absence of a typical dry season. Central Perateia, in and around Leonopolis there is often no dry season and heavy morning humidity, with semi-frequent fog.

Biodiversity

Politics

Perateia is a unitary absolute monarchy, operating under an uncodified constitution in which the emperor is the autocratic ruler of Perateia, and is considered the chief law giver and chief administrator.

The emperor is assisted by key ministers, members of the nobility, and oftentimes ecclesiastical figures. The emperor is the supreme commander of the armed forces, and serves as the head of state and government, and the leader of the the church and government. However, while the emperor is the head of the government, he is aided by key officers such as the Mesazon, who serves as the emperor's chief advisor, and more recently as viceroy, and the Grand Logothete, whose office is primarily akin to that of a chief minister. The emperor has wide reaching discretionary powers over finances and dismissing and appointing state officials. While succession is officially semi-elective, it is hereditary in practice and often follows male-preference primogeniture succession practices. This de facto hereditary succession is primarily attributed to the long standing practice of junior co-emperors (symbasileis). Perateia has been in a personal union with Latium since 1964, and has been ruled by the Claudian dynasty since 2000. The current emperor is Constantine XI Claudius, who has reigned as sole emperor since 3 November 2016.

The senate is the national legislature of Perateia, and while many of its roles are advisory, and it plays an important role in the crafting of legislation and budgetary matters. Its membership is traditionally appointed or inherited, though since 1984 a number of seats have been open for election. At times, the Senate may take part in limited judicial functions as the highest court in Perateia, most often in treason or more recently terrorism. Many key officials are granted a position in the Senate by virtue of their government or court offices. These senators comprise nearly half of the legislative composition. The senate is non-partisan, with partisan politics strictly prohibited by 1839 imperial decree.

Law

Perateian law is primarily based in traditional Latin law, with Latin codes as the earliest codes of law recognized in Perateia. Early differences in legal interpretations stem from more eastern and Lihnidosi influences in Perateian law. Many of the deviations between Latin and Perateian law began when usage of Latin began to decline in favor of Perateian, resulting in different interpretations of old Latin-based legal codes. This ultimately culminated in the promulgation of new legal codes, such as the Zenobid code issued in the mid 8th century.

The Universal Court of Judges is the court of last resort in Perateia. It is composed of 12 judges of secular or ecclesiastical expertise, and accepts applications of appeals from the Courts of Judgement, which presides over public and private tribunals. The main court of first instance is the Droungarios courts. The Dikaiophylaxian court is a special private and ecclesiastical court that presides over primarily ecclesiastical matters, though has limited jurisdiction over private matters below $10,000.

Law enforcement is provided by the Noumeroi, which serves as that national police force of Perateia with regional and local offices throughout the country and are supported by the Hetaeria tactical forces.

Foreign relations

Perateia is a member of the Forum of Nations, Society of Latin Peoples and States, X, Y, and Z. It also holds associate membership in the Joint Space Agency, and Z.

Perateia maintains a key place in world affairs due to its strategic hold on the land route through Leonopolis linking Ochran and Scipia, and one of the busiest sea lanes through the Perseid Straits that link the Periclean and Ozeros Seas. Its location dictates its foreign policy aims. The foreign minister is the Logothete of the Course (λογοθέτης τοῦ δρόμου), who is supported by the Bureau of Barbarian Affairs (σκρίνιον τῶν βαρβάρων), and oversees Perateia’s foreign policy objectives.

Due to Perateia’s location straddling Scipia and Ochran, its foreign policy aims are focused on securing its position across the Perseid Straits. Due to the personal union with Latium, and the dynastic union between the two nations before that, Perateia is supported in these goals through Latium’s Eastern Policy, which was first instituted during the reign of Perateian emperor Thomas I Anicius and his brother Latin emperor Theophylactus I Anicius. Perateia also works to achieve these aims by pursuing a network of alliances, membership in international organizations, and expansive trade policies to safeguard its position.

Military

The Autokramyna is the national defense force of Perateia, of which the emperor is the commander-in-chief, and under the oversight of the Grand Domestic. It consists of X branches:

Akritai (ἀκρίται) for border guards or border patrol. Hetaireia as a foreign legion element. Paramonai as an imperial guard force.

Human rights

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Administrative divisions

Since the Anician reforms in the 19th century, Perateia has consisted of 9 themes. Each theme is then subdivided into numerous archonates, which are governed by an archon (roughly equal to mayor). Historically, themes were led by a single civil and military administration; however the 1888 reforms of Thomas I Anicius and Eusebia I Byzennina severed the joint civil-military administrative style. However, the central imperial government oversees the actions of local governments. Currently, eight themes are led by the imperial-appointed Kephale, with civil authority over the theme. Military themes equally correspond in geographic scope with their civil counterparts, but lack any administrative authority and serve as military groupings.

Leonopolis is the only city-theme, and it is subdivided into districts. Leonopolis is the only theme to be led by the Eparch and the consultative Leonopolis Assembly. Districts of Leonopolis feature an appointed archon, and in some cases elected councils of anywhere from 5 to 10 residents. Like with themes, the Eparch oversees the actions of district governments, who in turn is supervised by the central government. Due to its role as capital and proximity to the emperor, the Eparch of Leonopolis is often considered one of the most influential offices in government.

Economy

Perateia, primarily through its capital Leonopolis, houses international ports that link Belisaria, Ochran, and Scipia. The Perseid Straits provides the only passage from the Periclean to Ozeros Seas, and is one of the busiest and narrowest sea lanes used for international navigation. As the Perseid Straits fall within Perateian territorial waters, passage is regulated by the Perateian government, with commercial and private passage governed by the [office]/convention. As a result, shipping is a key part of the economy.

The service industry is well-developed due to the strategic location of the country, as well as historical and religious connections, including commerce, tourism, and trade. The financial sector of the economy grew along with industrialization and the increased passage of shipping and trade through the Perseid Strait. Agriculture was historically a major sector of the Perateian economy until the loss of the Nesilian provinces in what is now Vardana. However, with a series of reforms and investments in modern irrigation system, Perateia has expanded a limited agricultural industry.

Tourism

Ormos beach
Sfarda in Perateia is a popular summer tourism destination.

Perateia is a major tourist destination and has become a major source of growth for the economy, both of vacationers and visiting professionals. Nearly all tourists enter through John X International Airport, located just west of Leonopolis on the Scipian side of the strait, or through a seaport in Leonopolis, Selentis, Savatra, or Gagara.

Leonopolis is one of the most important and popular tourism spots in Perateia, and the world. It is host to thousands of hotels and other industries related to tourism. A number of its attractions include many historical imperial or religious sites. These sites include including the range from historic religious sites Hagia Euergetou, Heraion, [market], Rosaeum, Tower of Christ, Ippodrómos, and [historic palace site], as well as museums located throughout the country. A number of beachfront destinations on either the Periclean or Ozeros coasts are also popular tourism areas in Perateia, including Ormos located on the Ochrani side of the strait.

Infrastructure

Industries

Demographics

According to the most recent 2020 census, the population of Perateia was 12 million people. Nearly 58% of the population resided in, or near, Leonopolis. Its population density is 186.5 people per km². Residents in the 15–64 age group compose 65% of the total population.

Ethnic Perateians consist of the largest percentage of the population at 95%. Per census guidelines, a Perateian is any individual that speaks Perateian as a first language, adheres to Perateian Ecumenicism, and follows traditional Perateian cultural practices. This has led to a disparity in the census recognized ethnic Perateians and those that identify as Perateian, which independent studies show is closer to 84 to 88% of the nation’s population. However, colloquially, individuals that fall into this group are commonly referred to as Paomanian or Paomanians, a term roughly meaning "[citizen] of the empire" or "[citizen] of the state" from the ancient Gythacan.

The largest ethnic minority groups is Lerazgan, who first settled the Ochrani areas of Perateia in the 7th century. Other minority groups include, Vardani, Gharbaic, and Tenerians, Kembesans, among others. A Latin population has grown in Perateia since the 19th century and the dynastic, and later personal, union with Latium.

Languages

The sole official language of Perateia is Perateian, a Lihndosi language that evolved from Gythacan Lihnidosi. It is the third most spoken Lihnidosi language in the world, and is spoken by 92% of the Perateian population as a first language. Approximately 4% of the population speaks Lerazgan as their mother tongue. X and Y are the first language of 2% of the population, with many other languages spoken throughout parts of Perateia, including Dardaloni, Gharbaic, Kardish, and Vardani. While Latin is not widely spoken as a major first language in Perateia, usage and education on Latin has risen since 1964.

Religion

Religion in Perateia (2020)

  Unaffiliated (3%)
  Other Christians (2%)
  Nazarists (3%)
  Azdarin (1%)
  Other religions (4%)

The Perateian Ecumenical Church has been the state church of Perateia since the empire’s establishment in the 5th century. Despite having a state church, the Perateian imperial government provides a number of safeguards on freedom of religion; however, these freedoms require government recognition of a religion. Nearly 90% of the nation’s inhabitants follow Christian faiths, the largest portion of which follow the Ecumenical Church. Among minority faiths, nearly 3% of the population identify as Yen, and 1% of the population as Jewish, and 4% of the population does not identify with any single religion or does not belong to an organized religion.

Christianity has a long standing position in Perateia, and it is the birthplace of many saints. There are nearly 12000 churches in Perateia as of 2020. The Christian population of Perateia has grown in diversity since the 1970s, though the Ecumenical Church remains the predominant faith in Perateia, and incredibly influential.

Education

The Ministry of Education is responsible for overseeing all primary and secondary education in Perateia. Compulsory education lasts for 12 years, from ages 5 or 6 to 17 or 18. Public schooling is provided for those that are unable to afford private schooling, leading to a divide in quality of education, though in recent years public education has seen greater government funding and rising performance standards. Most students attend private tutors beginning at the age of twelve. Primary school consists of five years, middle school of three years, and high school of four years, resulting in 99% literacy rate among adults. Approximately 5% of students are home-schooled.

There are a total of 122 public or private universities in Perateia, of which 78 are located within Leonopolis or its surrounding area. According to independent studies, the University of Leonopolis is the highest ranked university in Perateia, followed by the Perseid University, both of which are ranked among the top 250 universities worldwide. Traditionally the emperor is responsible for appointing the president or provost of all universities in Perateia, whether public or private. Perateia participates in the SLPC Exchange Program, the XXXX, and YYYY exchange programs.

Health

Perateia instituted publicly funded, universal healthcare in 1989, which is administered by the Eidikon and the Special Secretary (Epi tou eidikou). This publicly funded system is primarily funded by 4% tax on payroll or employers, and covers anywhere from 71% to 80% of health care costs depending on the expense. Healthcare spending amounts to approximately 7% of GDP according to the most recently disclosed government budget. This healthcare spending ranks #th among nations.

Nearly 70% of Perateians have some level of secondary health insurance for services not fully covered by the Eidikon, such as dentistry or optometry.

Culture

Visual arts

Literature and theatre

Music and dance

Architecture

Sports

Media and cinema

Cuisine

See also