Pozolanni

Kingdom of Pozolanni Reine de Pessulaña (Pozolanni)
Flag Coat of arms
Motto: Nada es ederra sin mina. "Nothing is beautiful without struggle."
Anthem: Batalla Ereserkia de Pessulaña"Battle Anthem of Pozolanni"
Location of Pozolanni (dark green)
Capital	Acheuli
Largest	Atiberan
Official languages	Pozolanni
Recognised national languages	Vivanquian ∙ Mercanti
Ethnic groups (2020)	Pozolanni 73.2% Vivanquian 22.4% Hariáli 3.4% Others 1.2%
Religion (2020)	Kérygism 41.2% Vestrisism 23.5% Courantism 18.9% Aerzeanism 8.4% Others 8.0%
Demonym(s)	Pozolanni
Government	Unitary presidential constitutional monarchy
• Monarch	Carlito II
• Lehendakari	Emigdio Tejeda
• Vice Lehendakari	Alejandro Gomes
• Assembly Speaker	Sérgio d'Sanchez
Legislature	Pozolanni Legislative Assembly
Formation
• Independence from Rethan	1092
• Acutanian Restoration	1701
• Pozolanni Kingdom	1872
• Current constitution	1969
Area
• Total land area	101,768 km2 (39,293 sq mi)
Population
• 2020 estimate	10,095,385
• Density	99.4/km2 (257.4/sq mi)
GDP (PPP)	2020 estimate
• Total	597.9 billion IBU
• Per capita	59,229 IBU
GDP (nominal)	2020 estimate
• Total	520.6 billion IBU
• Per capita	51,568 IBU
Gini	28.3 low
HDI	0.882 very high
Currency	Pozolanni Lira (ɫ) (PZL)
Date format	yyyy/mm/dd/
Driving side	right
Calling code	+27
Internet TLD	.pz

Pozolanni (Pozolanni: Pessulaña [pɛtˈtswːleɪɲə]), officially the Kingdom of Pozolanni (Reine de Pessulaña), is a country situated in Central Meterra. It borders Vivanco to the north and Pacronesia to the south; while Demescia lies to the west across the sea. Pozolanni is home to roughly ten million people and it covers an area of 101,768 square kilometers (39,293 sq mi). The official language of the country is Pozolanni, which is split between multiple different dialects, while Vivanquian and Mercanti are also formally recognized. Acheuli is the country's capital, while Atiberan is the largest city. Both cities are located on the Pozolanni coastline, where nearly three-quarters of the population resides.

Generally, archeologists and historians agree that the first humans arrived in modern-day Pozolanni between 40,000 to 30,000 years ago during the last ice age. The first permanently-settled agricultural communities are believed to have developed about 10,000 years ago within the Moraga Valley, being some of the oldest known villages in Meterra. By 6000 BC, the rise of permanent settlements allowed for the development of the Moragan city-states within the region, incentivizing further technological and cultural growth. Further growth of the Moragan city-states lead to the formation of empires such as Lur, Rumia, and Beran. In 3000 BC, the maritime-based Serrennican culture would arise in the east, establishing vast trade networks across the Meterran Sea. The Moraga Valley and Erekosta were conquered in XXXX by Rethan, later being incorporated into the Kingdom of Rethan.

During the Rethan Civil War in 1000 AD, Moraga and Erekosta broke away, declaring the Acutanian Kingdom. Following the War of Acutanian Succession in 16XX, Acutania entered into a dynastic union with Vivanco, ending in 16XX/17XX. By the 19th century, Pozolanni nationalism began to take hold, along with growing opposition to Vivanquian influence. The Pozolanni Kingdom was proclaimed in 1872, following the annexation of the Principality of Serrenno. The nascent Pozolanni Kingdom swiftly modernized during this time period, developing a robust shipping industry and strong trade relations. Oil reserves would be discovered in 1896 along the Irrisari coast, with later exploration in 1920 uncovering more reserves in Serrenno. The growth of the Pozolanni oil industry fueled further economic growth, with the industry becoming the country's number one export for many years. During the Fascist Wars, Pozolanni initially remained neutral, though it late cut off economic ties with the Dominion and helped supply the Allies with fuel, food, and weaponry. Following the end of the Fascist Wars, the Pozolanni economy would enter into a period of recession as a result of the collapse of oil prices and a reduction in export demands. The ensuing economic turmoil allowed for the rise of a socialist dictatorship in 1954. However, by 1968, popular discontent with the ruling regime had hit a breaking point, and democracy would be restored following the Lilac Revolution. In the 1980s, Pozolanni enjoyed a prolonged economic boom fueled by increased oil production and a greater shift towards economic modernization and development.

Pozolanni is a developed country, owing to a diversified economy dominated by tourism, shipping, natural gas, and oil. The country also houses a robust agricultural industry, boasting one of the highest outputs on Meterra. In recent years, the country has begun a shift towards the technology and manufacturing industries. It is a high-income country, ranking highly in life expectancy, quality of life, healthcare, and education. Pozolanni maintains strong economic and diplomatic ties with its Meterran neighbors. Since 2022, it has been a candidate for membership in the Meterran Economic Treaty Association (META).

Etymology

Originally an exonym for the Moraga Valley, the name Pessulaña is generally believed to have come from the words Pessulo Valle, meaning "aquifer valley". Others argue the root of the term Pes in Pessulaña may have had a different and much more older origin, descending from the word posis, meaning "lord" or "ruler". Another less-accepted belief is that the name originated from the pre-Messianist deity of Pessaidin, who was said to have held dominion over the oceans and seas. The earliest references of the name Pessulaña appeared around 40 BC.

The name would later expand to refer to all of the eastern lands ruled by the Kingdom of Rethan. The name fell out of disuse following the independence of Acutania from Rethan in the 11th century. However, it would see a resurgence in the 19th century, coinciding with the rise of Pozolanni nationalism. In 1872, the Kingdom of Pozolanni would be proclaimed following the unification of Acutania and Serrenno, officially reviving the name.

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