Mikochi

Mikochi
Flag Coat of arms
Map of Mikochi Map of Mikochi
Capital	Umikyo
Largest	Greater Umikyo
Official languages	Mikochinese
Religion	Kamidōism (神道)
Demonym(s)	Mikochin
Government	Parliamentary Republic
• Chancellor	Yamamoto Akira (山本亮)
• Vice Chancellor	Kobayashi Kaede (小林楓)
Legislature	National Parliament
• Upper house	House of Seniors
• Lower house	House of Juniors
Establishment
• Independence from Sheng Dynasty	433
• Ratification of People's Constitution	11/04/1986
Area
•	76,017 km2 (29,350 sq mi)Excluding Water
Population
• 2023 census	32,312,394
• Density	425/km2 (1,100.7/sq mi)
GDP (nominal)	estimate
• Total	549,989,258,274
• Per capita	17,021
Gini (2023)	35 medium
HDI	0.725 high
Time zone	UTC-8
Date format	dd/mm/yyyy
Driving side	left
Internet TLD	.mk

Mikochi (Azumic: 海越地), officially known as the Democratic People's Republic of Mikochi, is an island country mainly located within the Lotus Sea in north-west Aurelia, with a smaller territory off the coast of Alharu. Mikochi sits south of Esonice and shared a maritime border with Goankok to the west. Mikochi has a land area of approximately 76,017km² and a population of 32.3 million, mainly spread out across it's 6 largest islands.

Mikochi's largest city and capital, Umikyo, is home to 8.2 million residents, and is located within the Umikyo Special Economic Area, which has assisted in the diversification of the Mikochi economy,

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Since the end of the Second Mikochi Civil War, the gross domestic product (GDP) of Mikochi has seen yearly growth for almost 40 years, which currently sits at $549,989,258,274. Mikochi's economy has traditionally been driven by primary sector goods, however Mikochi has started to transition into the secondary and tertiary sectors, such as commerce, tourism and manufacturing . Mikochi is a newly industrialised mixed economy, with a high ranking Human Development Index and very high Gini coefficient. Mikochi's primary exports are automobiles, consumer goods and fish.

Etymology

The name for Mikochi comes from the Sheng dynasty, who dubbed the island Kò-hái ê tē (過海地), roughly translating to Land Across the Sea in the Sheng Language.

As the Azumic language began to adopt Sheng characters, the Sheng name for the island was translated as Umi-koe no Chi (海越えの地). Throughout time, the name would simplify to Mikochi (海越地).

Throughout most of the 19th and 20th century, Mikochi was known internationally as the Lotus Kingdom and later the Lotus Republic, the name being taken from the sea in which Mikochi is located. Following the Second Mikochi Civil War, the new government made an appeal to the international community to standardise the name in all languages as Mikochi.

Geography

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Cities

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History

Proto Azumic Settlements

Archaeological work has traced the origins of Mikochi back to the arrival of Proto-Azumic settlers around the year 1200 B.C. These settlers, believed to have migrated from the Aurelian shield, established the foundational communities that would later coalesce into the nation of Mikochi. Early settlements were concentrated around the coastal areas, where agriculture and fishing became the primary sources of sustenance. Evidence of early pottery, tools, and rudimentary dwellings has been uncovered, indicating a gradual evolution from nomadic lifestyles to more permanent settlements.

Around 900 B.C, these early communities began to develop more complex social structures, marked by the emergence of clan-based hierarchies and the construction of ceremonial sites. These sites, often aligned with astronomical events, suggest a burgeoning understanding of astronomy and its integration into religious practices. Trade routes also began to form, connecting Mikochi with the other various Proto-Azumic groups in Aurelia, facilitating the exchange of goods, ideas, and cultural practices.

Sheng Tributary

The Sheng Dynasty arrived in Mikochi around the year 6 A.D, and through a series of campaigns, united the island, turning it into a tributary state to the Sheng Dynasty. Under Sheng rule, Mikochi contributed tribute in the form of agricultural produce, crafted goods, and precious minerals. This tributary relationship also facilitated cultural exchange, leading to the introduction of Sheng art, literature, characters, administrative practices, and the Sheng religion Phosattism into Mikochi.

In 371, the construction of the Mikochi-ji was completed. The construction of the temple marked a significant cultural development influenced by Sheng architectural styles. This period of subjugation lasted until 433 A.D. when the Shijin Clan, a powerful local faction, successfully liberated Mikochi from Sheng control. Led by warrior-king Shijin Takemura, the clan's victory at the Battle of Kazan Pass is celebrated as a pivotal moment in Mikochi's fight for independence, solidifying their rule and establishing a new era of indigenous governance.

Shijin Dynasty (四神朝)

The ascendancy of the Shijin Dynasty in 433 marked a significant turning point in Mikochi's history. Establishing their capital in Umikyo, the Shijin clan centralised power and implemented administrative reforms. During this period, the creation of the Mikochi Code of Laws standardised legal practices and reinforced the authority of the central government. The establishment of the Imperial Academy in 580 promoted education and the arts, leading to a flourishing of Mikochin literature and philosophy.

Under their reign, Mikochi experienced relative stability and prosperity, marked by advancements in art, literature, and governance. However, internal strife and external pressures eventually led to the decline of the Shijin Dynasty. By the early 9th century, regional governors known as daimyo began to assert greater autonomy, and the central authority weakened. The catastrophic XXXXX in 898 further destabilised the region, leading to widespread famine and unrest. The Shijin Dynasty finally collapsed in 903.

Hakkei Dynasty (八景朝)

Mikochi entered into a dark age, during which clans fought for control over the island, and led to the general decline of Mikochin civilization. During this time Umikyo was sacked multiple times, leading to the destruction of much of the Sheng architecture that had been built, including the temple Mikochi-ji.

During the later years of the Mikochin Dark Age, the Hakkei clan emerged as the dominant clan in 1202. Hakkei Yuji, sought to reunite the island and consolidate rule in Umikyo once again. Yuji claimed Umikyo in 1209, and was able to unite the southern clans under his rule, starting the Hakkei era. With the south under control, Hakkei Yuji expanded Mikochi's borders through a series of campaigns against the northern territories. The northern territories in 1222 and the conquest of the Sato Islands in 1236 were significant achievements that solidified the Hakkei's dominance.

Embracing a policy of expansionism, Hakkei Yuji sought to strengthen Mikochi's influence abroad, starting a military campaign into the Aurelian Shield. Hakkei forces captured the island of Seinan in 1243, however were unable to make any further progress following Hakkei Yuji’s death when his ship collided into a cliff in 1245.

Following Yuji’s death, Mikochi entered into a period of isolationism under the subsequent Hakkei heirs. During this period, Phosattism in Mikochi evolved into !Shintoism. The kingdom saw major reconstruction and centralisation during this period, and Mikochi-ji was reconstructed as a !Shintoist temple dedicated to the XXXXX god.  

War of Succession

In 1641, the sole heir to the Hakkei family was assassinated by an unknown assailant, causing the Hakkei Todo, the current emperor, to go crazy, and started a purge of his entire staff, including officers, servants, other family members and friends. Todo also declared war on several clans, however he was killed at the battle of Akahama by the Akahama clan.

The First Civil War, which raged from February 1643 to July 1644, was a complex and multifaceted conflict, rooted in a war of succession between the declining Hakkei Dynasty and the rising Kensei Clan. The death of Emperor Hakkei Todo without a clear heir in January 1643 ignited a fierce struggle for the throne. Loyalists to the Hakkei Dynasty, predominantly from the southern regions, rallied behind Hakkei Yoshinobu, a distant relative of the late emperor, while the northern and central regions saw the rise of Kensei Harutora, a powerful daimyo with ambitions for the throne.

The war was characterised by intense factionalism, shifting alliances, and widespread devastation. Key battles, such as the XXXXXXX and the XXXXXXX, were marked by their brutality and high casualties. In addition to this, the recently built Mikochi-ji temple was once again destroyed. The war also saw significant involvement from various regional lords who sought to leverage the chaos for their own gain, further complicating the conflict. The Battle of Mikotsu River in May 1644 was a turning point, where Kensei Harutora's forces decisively defeated the Hakkei loyalists, effectively ending major organised resistance.

Despite the military victory, the aftermath of the war left Mikochi deeply scarred, with much of the countryside ravaged and the population suffering from famine and disease. The consolidation of power by the Kensei Clan brought a semblance of stability, but it took years for the nation to fully recover from the civil war's devastation.

Kensei Dynasty (剣聖朝)

The rise of the Kensei Dynasty in July 1644 marked the beginning of a new chapter in Mikochi's history. Under the rule of the Kensei Clan, the nation experienced a period of relative stability and economic prosperity. The Kensei rulers focused on rebuilding the war-torn nation, implementing land reforms, and promoting agricultural productivity. The introduction of the Kensei Land Edict in 1650 redistributed land to peasant farmers, reducing the power of the daimyo and increasing the central government's control.

Embracing policies of centralization and cultural promotion, the Kensei rulers sought to unify the realm and strengthen Mikochi's position on the world stage. Under the Kensei, many great projects were undertaken, such as the reconstruction of Mikochi-ji in 1689 and the construction of the Golden Pavilion in Umikyo in 1702.The Kensei era also saw the establishment of the Kensei Guard, an elite military unit dedicated to the protection of the emperor and the maintenance of internal security.

However, the dynasty faced challenges from both internal dissent and external threats. The XXXXX in 1780 and the subsequent XXXXX strained the dynasty's resources. Additionally, increasing corruption within the imperial court and growing discontent among the peasantry led to internal strife. Ultimately, these pressures culminated in the fall of the Kensei Dynasty in July 1820, marking the end of a significant era in Mikochi's history.

First Aurellian War to Tengoku Dynasty (天国朝)

The Tengoku Dynasty (天国朝) ruled from July 1821 until they were overthrown in the Second Civil War in 1980..

Second Aurelian War

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Post War

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Second Civil War

The 2CW 1976 - 1980.

Post Civil War

1980 - present

Politics

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Head of Government.

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Administrative divisions

Prefectures

Mikochi is divided into [number] of prefectures, each overseen by an elected govenor and legislature. The Prefectures of Mikochi are grouped into three regions.

List of prefectures in Mikochi.

ISO	Prefecture	Hangen	Meaning	Prefecture Capital	Population	Area	Population Density
MK-01	Akahama	赤浜県	Red Beach	Akahama (City)
MK-02	Hanasui	花水県	Flower Water	Ryugu
MK-03	Hinohama	陽浜県	Sun Beach	Namiura
MK-04	Kaiyo	海陽府	Ocean Sun	Tetsugawa
MK-05	Midorinoumi	緑の海県	Green Sea	Asahimura
MK-06	Shiokaze	潮風府	Sea Breeze	Shiokaze (Ward)
MK-07	Umikyo	海京都	Sea Capital	Umikyo (Ward)
MK-08	Aozorashima	青空島県	Blue Sky Island
MK-09	Hinayama	日向山県	Sunny Mountain
MK-10	Ishigaki	石垣県	Stone Wall
MK-11	Kazetani	風谷県	Wind Valley
MK-12	Kitagishi	北岸県	North Coast
MK-13	Sakurazaki	桜崎県	Sakura Cape
MK-14	Seikatsuhama	生活浜県	Life Beach
MK-15	Kaiyushima	回遊島県	Wandering Island
MK-16	Nijinoshima	虹の島県	Rainbow Island
MK-17	Takarajima	宝島府	Treasure Island

There are 3 different types of prefectures in Mikochi, variying with the urbanisation of the prefecture.

Types of Prefecture

Type	Hangen	Romaji	No.
Metropolis	都	to	1	Umikyo (海京都 Umikyo-to)
Urban Prefecture	府	fu	4	Takarajima Prefecture (宝島府 Takarajima-fu), Shiokaze Prefecture (潮風府 Shiokaze-fu) and Kaiyo Prefecture (海陽府 Kaiyo-fu)
Prefecture	県	ken	12

Umikyo Special Economic Area

The Umikyo Special Economic Area (USEA), is a Special Economic Zone covering the four cities of Umikyo City, Shiokaze City, Kaiyo City and Hanasui City. The USEA was created by incumbant Chancellor Kurogane Kenshin in 2018 following her election to office. The USEA has different taxation laws and customs than the rest of Mikochi, in an effort to promote the growth of Mikochi's service sector.

Whilst each city maintains it's own police force, the Umikyo Metropolitan Police (UMP) was created in 2019 and covers the entire SEZ.

Special Wards of the Umikyo Special Economic Area

ISO	City	Special Ward	Hangen	Population	Area	Population Density
USEA-0	Umikyo	Umikyo
USEA-02	Umikyo	Megumi
USEA-03	Umikyo	Kogyo
USEA-04	Umikyo	Shijo
USEA-05	Umikyo	Morioka
USEA-06	Umikyo	Hikariyama
USEA-07	Umikyo	Minatomi
USEA-08	Shiokaze	Kawaguchi
USEA-09	Shiokaze	Shiokaze
USEA-10	Shiokaze	Ginsei
USEA-11	Shiokaze	Shinkawa
USEA-12	Hanasui	Seikyo
USEA-13	Hanasui	Ryugu
USEA-14	Kaiyo	UNNAMED
USEA-15	Kaiyo	Tetsugawa
USEA-16	Kaiyo	Kaiyo
USEA-17	Kaiyo	Aishi

Foreign Relations

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Military

Mikochi's military is the Mikochi Defence Force (MDF), and comprises 3 branches covering Sea, Air and Land. The MDF was created following the implementation of the 1986 constitution, and was a reformed version of the revolutionary forces that won the civil war 6 years prior. The MDF was outlined as a force to protect peace and not one to instigate violence.

Much of the HDF was restructured in 2012, following the reelection of Chancellor XX, XX. The MDF's funding was doubled, with the implementation of the '12-year plan' put in place to triple the strength of the MDF.

Mikochi Coast Guard

The Mikochi Coast Guard (MCG) is a vital branch of Mikochi's armed services, primarily responsible for ensuring maritime safety, security, and environmental protection within the nation's territorial waters and exclusive economic zones. The MCG operates a diverse fleet of vessels, including patrol boats, surveillance vessels, and specialized firefighting and hydrographic survey ships. With its headquarters in Shiokaze, the MCG is also involved in search and rescue operations, maritime law enforcement, and disaster response, effectively safeguarding the maritime interests and coastal communities of Mikochi.

Mikochi Air Guard

The Mikochi Air Guard (MAG) serves as the aerial defense wing of Mikochi, tasked with protecting the nation’s airspace and supporting ground operations. The MAG operates a fleet of fighter jets, transport aircraft, and drones, equipped to handle a range of missions from air combat and surveillance to disaster relief and international aid. Based out of various strategic air bases across the country, the MAG is committed to maintaining aerial sovereignty, providing rapid response capabilities, and engaging in multinational exercises to enhance global peace and security.

Mikochi National Guard

The Mikochi National Guard (MNG) is the principal land warfare force of Mikochi, dedicated to national defense and emergency response. Comprising several infantry, armored, and artillery units, the MNG is equipped to engage in a wide array of military operations both domestically and internationally. The Guard conducts regular training exercises to maintain high readiness levels and works closely with other national defense forces to ensure the security and stability of Mikochi. Additionally, the MNG plays a critical role in disaster response, aiding in recovery efforts during natural calamities and supporting civil authorities in maintaining law and order.

History

Before its surrender and defeat in 1980, Mikochi's military comprised of the Imperial Army and Grand Fleet. These two forces were directly controlled by Mikochi's Tenno, and their creations date back to the Hakkei Dynasty in the 16th century.

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Law Enforcement

Law enforcement overview? basic laws? freedoms?

Age restricted activities

Regulation	Age	Notes
Consumption of Alchohol	15	As advised by the MNHS and with permission from a legal Guardian.
Purchase of Alchohol	18
Driving	17	Mikochi Citizens may start lessons at 16 years and 6 months of age.
Voting	16
Marriage	18
Working	16	Mikochi Citizens between 14 - 16 may work no more than 12 hours per week.
Gambling	21	Citizens may be banned from Gambling by the HNHS

Human Rights

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Economy

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Agriculture and aquaculture

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Industry and services

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Tourism

popular areas, tourism policies

Infrastructure

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Transportation

trains, airports, ferries?

Energy

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Water

water supply? clean water? sewage?

Demographics

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Religion

Shinto? Taoism? Mahayana?

Languages

Hangen!

Education

primary, secondary, college, university?

Health

mortality, birth rates, diseases, access to health?

Mikochi National Health Service (HNHS)

Culture

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Contemporary Mikochi culture combines influences from other Azumic nations, Northern Aurelia and the Orient. Traditional Mikochi arts include crafts such as pottery, textiles, woodworking and swords; a unique music performance known as XXX; and other practices such as calligraphy, games and music.

Art and architecture

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Literature and philosophypoems? popular books? famous writers?

Music

popular instruments? famous singers/bands?

Mikochi National Music Chart

Performing Arts

musicals? some form of mime? famous playwrites?

Cuisine

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Media

anime? manga? films? magazines?

Sports

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