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'''Coshaqua''' ({{wp|Norwegian language|Waldish}}: ''Kosjakva''), officially the '''Free State of Coshaqua''' ({{wp|Norwegian language|Waldish}}: ''Frilandet Kosjakva''), is a {{wp|Sovereign state|sovereign state}} in [[Elia Australis]]. It lies between the [[Medan Ocean]] to the west, [[TBA]] to the northwest, [[TBA]] to the northeast, the [[Alconian Ocean]] to the west, and the [[X Ocean]] to the south. Coshaqua's capital and largest city is [[Fossenvik]], with other major cities including [[Canorasset]], [[Sankt Halvard]], [[Nachaquatuck]], and [[Ogsadago]]. With a population of more than 88 million and a total area of XXX,XXX square kilometers, Coshaqua is the Xth most populous and Xth largest nation in the [[Teleon|world]].
'''Coshaqua''' ({{wp|Norwegian language|Waldish}}: ''Kosjakva''), officially the '''Free State of Coshaqua''' ({{wp|Norwegian language|Waldish}}: ''Frilandet Kosjakva''), is a {{wp|Sovereign state|sovereign state}} in [[Elia Australis]]. It lies between the [[Medan Ocean]] to the west, [[TBA]] to the northwest, [[TBA]] to the northeast, the [[Alconian Ocean]] to the west, and the [[X Ocean]] to the south. Coshaqua's capital and largest city is [[Fossenvik]], with other major cities including [[Canorasset]], [[Sankt Halvard]], [[Nachaquatuck]], and [[Ogsadago]]. With a population of more than 88 million and a total area of XXX,XXX square kilometers, Coshaqua is the Xth most populous and Xth largest nation in the [[Teleon|world]].


Coshaqua is categorized as both a {{wp|Regional power|regional power}} and a {{wp|Middle power|middle power}}, and is sometimes considered to be an {{wp|Emerging power|emerging}} {{wp|Great power|great power}}. It is a {{wp|Developed country|developed country}} that ranks highly in measures of {{wp|Quality of life|quality of life}}, {{wp|Health|health}}, {{wp|Education|education}}, and {{wp|Economic freedom|economic freedom}}. It is a high-income economy which is the second-largest economy on the continent by total nominal GDP. Coshaqua is generally considered to be among the most mature {{wp|Liberal democracy|liberal democracies}} in Elia Australis, with strong protections for {{wp|Civil liberties|civil liberties}} and high {{wp|Political stability|political stability}}. Coshaqua possesses the Xth largest military force and Xth highest defense budget in the world, and is in the process of developing a {{wp|Blue-water navy|blue-water navy}} with global power projection capabilities. The nation is a founding member of the [[United Congress]], [[TBA]], [[TBA]], and [[TBA]].
Modern Coshaqua is considered to be a {{wp|Great power|great power}}. It is a {{wp|Developed country|developed country}} that ranks highly in measures of {{wp|Quality of life|quality of life}}, {{wp|Health|health}}, {{wp|Education|education}}, and {{wp|Economic freedom|economic freedom}}. The nation boasts a high-income economy which is the second-largest economy on the continent by total nominal GDP. Coshaqua is generally considered to be among the most mature {{wp|Liberal democracy|liberal democracies}} in Elia Australis, with strong protections for {{wp|Civil liberties|civil liberties}} and high {{wp|Political stability|political stability}}. It possesses the Xth largest military force and Xth highest defense budget in the world, and operates a {{wp|Blue-water navy|blue-water navy}} with global power projection capabilities. Coshaqua is a founding member of the [[United Congress]], [[TBA]], [[TBA]], and [[TBA]].


==Etymology==
==Etymology==
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* Several colonial wars as both [[Fallish Coshaqua]] and [[Waldish Coshaqua]] expand
* Several colonial wars as both [[Fallish Coshaqua]] and [[Waldish Coshaqua]] expand
* [[Waldish–Fallish War (1709–1721)]] breaks out over colonial tensions, Falland cedes its possessions to Waldrich
* [[Waldish–Fallish War (1709–1721)]] breaks out over colonial tensions, Falland cedes its possessions to Waldrich
* Uno reverse card, Coshaqua is ceded to Falland after the [[Twelve Years' War]]
* Tensions with the metropole spill over after the [[Twelve Years' War]], leading to a failed revolt known as the [[Nybyggerkrigen]]
* Things are okay for a while because Falland continues to allow for self-government, but begin to go south as more Fallish settlers begin to arrive and Waldish-speakers are displaced in government positions
* The colonists are too weak and franted and lose the war, but gain concessions that allow for increased autonomy, lower taxes, and self-government
* Waldish-led revolt against Fallish rule in the [[Nybyggerkrigen]] (1803–1810)
* Coshaqua begins to industrialize during the first half of the 19th century
* Falland and Coshaqua make peace, Falland recognizes Coshaquan independence and Coshaqua agrees to grant autonomy to the Fallish-speaking states of X and X
* The [[First Cuthish War]] reignites tensions with the metropole, which increases taxes and conscripts Coshaquans to support the war effort
* Coshaquans are outraged at being asked to fund and fight in a war in Calesia, and demand independence
* A standoff ensues between colonial and settler forces and some clashes occur, but Waldrich is losing the war with Falland and has neither the will nor ability to quash the nascent rebellion
* After a series of negotiations, independence is declared on 13 September 1866


==Geography==
==Geography==

Revision as of 04:06, 5 December 2024

Free State of Coshaqua
Frilandet Kosjakva (Waldish)
Flag of Coshaqua
Flag
Coat of arms of Coshaqua
Coat of arms
Capital
and largest city
Fossenvik
Official languagesWaldish
Recognised regional languagesFallish
Onkadiskona
Meshodack
Oqaatsit
Ethnic groups
(2020)
55.1% Mixed
27.8%White
8.3% Black
3.2% Indigenous
5.6% Other
Religion
(2020)
78.1% Gregorian
18.2% Irreligious
3.7% Other
Demonym(s)Coshaquan
GovernmentFederal directorial republic
Espen Ruud (Forsitter)
Karl Amundsen
Lars Bakken
Erik Halvorsen
Mats Kolhavn
Magnus Lyngmark
Helge Tønnesen
Torje Gregoriansen
LegislatureForbundsdag
• Upper house
Landsting
• Lower house
Folksting
Independence from Waldrich
• Declared
13 September 1866
2 April 1870
7 August 1911
Population
• 2023 estimate
88,394,220
• 2020 census
87,905,636
GDP (PPP)2023 estimate
• Total
Increase $5.724 trillion
• Per capita
Increase $64,759
GDP (nominal)2023 estimate
• Total
Increase $4.730 trillion
• Per capita
Increase $53,512
Gini (2022)Positive decrease 41.6
medium
HDI (2022)Increase 0.941
very high
CurrencyDaler (KOS)
Driving sideright
Calling code+17
Internet TLD.ek

Coshaqua (Waldish: Kosjakva), officially the Free State of Coshaqua (Waldish: Frilandet Kosjakva), is a sovereign state in Elia Australis. It lies between the Medan Ocean to the west, TBA to the northwest, TBA to the northeast, the Alconian Ocean to the west, and the X Ocean to the south. Coshaqua's capital and largest city is Fossenvik, with other major cities including Canorasset, Sankt Halvard, Nachaquatuck, and Ogsadago. With a population of more than 88 million and a total area of XXX,XXX square kilometers, Coshaqua is the Xth most populous and Xth largest nation in the world.

Modern Coshaqua is considered to be a great power. It is a developed country that ranks highly in measures of quality of life, health, education, and economic freedom. The nation boasts a high-income economy which is the second-largest economy on the continent by total nominal GDP. Coshaqua is generally considered to be among the most mature liberal democracies in Elia Australis, with strong protections for civil liberties and high political stability. It possesses the Xth largest military force and Xth highest defense budget in the world, and operates a blue-water navy with global power projection capabilities. Coshaqua is a founding member of the United Congress, TBA, TBA, and TBA.

Etymology

History

Prehistory

Main article: Prehistory of Coshaqua
  • Humans arrive at least 12,000 years ago

Colonial period

  • Calesian contact in 1510, Falland establishes the Colony of South Elia
  • Waldrich establishes the Colony of New Forsmark in 1549
  • Several colonial wars as both Fallish Coshaqua and Waldish Coshaqua expand
  • Waldish–Fallish War (1709–1721) breaks out over colonial tensions, Falland cedes its possessions to Waldrich
  • Tensions with the metropole spill over after the Twelve Years' War, leading to a failed revolt known as the Nybyggerkrigen
  • The colonists are too weak and franted and lose the war, but gain concessions that allow for increased autonomy, lower taxes, and self-government
  • Coshaqua begins to industrialize during the first half of the 19th century
  • The First Cuthish War reignites tensions with the metropole, which increases taxes and conscripts Coshaquans to support the war effort
  • Coshaquans are outraged at being asked to fund and fight in a war in Calesia, and demand independence
  • A standoff ensues between colonial and settler forces and some clashes occur, but Waldrich is losing the war with Falland and has neither the will nor ability to quash the nascent rebellion
  • After a series of negotiations, independence is declared on 13 September 1866

Geography

Climate

Environment

Biodiversity

Government and politics

Political culture and elections

Administrative divisions

States:

  • New Forsmark
  • Hisuka
  • Onutälpi
  • Kilvokenit
  • Seluga
  • Lapik Islands
  • Alusit
  • Arvesen
  • New Jarnland
  • Vestkarinland
  • Østkarinland
  • Gunnarsland

New Falland?

Foreign relations

Military and law enforcement

Economy

Tourism

Science and technology

Energy

Transport

Demographics

Largest cities

 
Largest metropolitan areas in Eskavia
Eskavian Statistics Bureau, 2020
Rank State Pop. Rank State Pop.
Mariesfjord
Mariesfjord
Fossenvik
Fossenvik 		1 Mariesfjord Nye Forsmark 13,402,975 11 Knutsen Seluga 1,659,987 Alusit
Alusit
Sankt Halvard
Sankt Halvard
2 Fossenvik Arvesen 5,360,639 12 Audsby Gunnarsland 1,625,664
3 Alusit Alusit 4,887,092 13 Jelpikastu Kilvokenit 1,389,153
4 Sankt Halvard Gunnarsland 4,429,412 14 Miläsjastu Østkarinland 1,162,034
5 Kalonak Nye Jarnland 3,364,552 15 Gretasberg Nye Forsmark 922,480
6 Nye Alsvik Vestkarinland 2,830,347 16 Selvikano Hisuka 919,492
7 Viklastu Hisuka 2,793,322 17 Nordhavn Vestkarinland 884,037
8 Gregorianstad Arvesen 2,584,289 18 Ispalovipe Seluga 838,381
9 Lakuka Onutälpi 2,235,980 19 Alfredsvik Arvesen 822,954
10 Håpakin Nye Forsmark 1,874,018 20 Jorunstad Nye Jarnland 818,472

Ethnic groups

Language

Religion

Education

Health

Culture

Art

Architecture

Literature

Philosophy

Music

Cinema

Media

Cuisine

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