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The '''Second Kingdom of Gotneska''', commonly known as '''Gotaland''' (Götaish: '''Konungsríki Gotneska''', and widely known just as '''Gotneska''' and rarely by the '''Kingdom and Commonwealth of Gotneska'''), is a sovereign nation and Constitutional-Parliamentary Monarchy in [[Argis]] on [[Eurth]]. The country shares a border with [[Ulfheimr]] to the west, [[Aurivizh]] to the east, and [[Nanaviit]]. Both the eastern and western borders are created by rivers. The country has a poplution of 19.5 million citizens. Gotneska is also part of several different international organizations's.
The '''Second Kingdom of Gotneska''', commonly known as '''Gotaland''' (Götaish: '''Konungsríki Gotneska''', and widely known just as '''Gotneska''' and rarely by the '''Kingdom and Commonwealth of Gotneska'''), is a sovereign nation and Constitutional-Parliamentary Monarchy in [[Argis]] on [[Eurth]]. The country shares borders with [[Nanaviit]] to the north, [[Aurivizh]] to the east, and [[Ulfheimr]] to the west. Both the eastern and western borders are created by rivers. The country has a population of 19.5 million citizens. The political capital is located in [[Læniguëuíl]], and the largest city is [[Dunshaughlin]]
 
The country is organised as a Constitutional-Parliamentary Monarchy. The [[history of Gotneska]] as a unified kingdom began in the 9th century. Recent events such as the Collapse of the Goutian Empire and the [[Gotneskan Civil War]] (1979-1984) have left a clear mark on the country and its people. Since 2017, the head of state is Queen [[Sarah II]] from the [[House of Rejavi]].
 
Modern Gotneska has a mixed economy, with many people earning a modest income. Gotneska is a member of several different international organizations, including the [[Assembled Nations]]. It has applied to become a Partner for Peace membership in [[Tricontinental Defence Treaty Organisation|Trident]].
 
== Etymology ==
 
(WIP. Where does your country's name come from? Most RL national names come from a small variety of choice. Some examples: land of a tribe (ex. France, Persia, Mongolia, Russia), characteristic geography (ex. Netherlands, India, Morocco), an old ruler or religious figure (ex. Philippines, San Marino, Europa, Saudi Arabia), the Latin description of a place (ex. Australia, Argentina, Liberia). How is the name pronounced? How is the name translated into other languages?)


== History ==
== History ==
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{{main|Geography of Gotneska}}
{{main|Geography of Gotneska}}


Gotneska is located on the western half of the yeetland peninsula. It is border by [[Aurivizh]] to the southeast, and [[Ulfheimr]] to the west. Most of the nation is south of the [[Argic Circle]], but a small portion lays north of it, one of the largest settlements lays 10 km North of the city. The nation has serval small islands off its coast. The country lies between latitudes 59 and 70°N, and longitudes 14 and 10°W. The most notable topographical features of the country are the [[Kendovstrunmahhe Mountains]], [[Aurum Coast]]. The Gotneskan Kendovstrunmahhes are located mainly within the [[Járnger Ðr Province|Járnger Ðr]], the highest point is [[Skaðifjall]], at 5,785 m (18,980 ft). And the lowest point would be sea level 0 m. Gotneska also has five major rivers, two of which help create it borders.
Gotneska is located on the western half of the yeetland peninsula. It is border by [[Aurivizh]] to the southeast, and [[Ulfheimr]] to the west. Most of the nation is south of the Argic Circle, but a small portion lays north of it, one of the largest settlements lays 10 km North of the city. The nation has serval small islands off its coast. The country lies between latitudes 59 and 70°N, and longitudes 14 and 10°W. The most notable topographical features of the country are the [[Kendovstrunmahhe Mountains]], [[Aurum Coast]]. The Gotneskan Kendovstrunmahhes are located mainly within the [[Járnger Ðr Province|Járnger Ðr]], the highest point is [[Skaðifjall]], at {{convert|5785|m|ft}}. And the lowest point would be sea level at 0 m. Gotneska also has five major rivers, two of which help create it borders.


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File:Mount Robson panorama (cropped).jpg| Skaðifjall, it has the highest peak in the nation at 5,785 m (18,980 ft).
File:Mount Robson panorama (cropped).jpg| Skaðifjall, it has the highest peak in the nation.
File:Cañón Miles, Yukón, Canadá, 2017-08-26, DD 130-132 PAN.jpg| The River Bóanau, Located in [[Aibhneacha Móra National Park | Aibhneacha Móra NP]].
File:Cañón Miles, Yukón, Canadá, 2017-08-26, DD 130-132 PAN.jpg| The River Bóanau, Located in [[Aibhneacha Móra National Park | Aibhneacha Móra NP]].
File:Funny River Fire Alaska.jpg| One of many cleansing forest fires in the Taiga.
File:Funny River Fire Alaska.jpg| One of many cleansing forest fires in the Taiga.
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Politics in Gotneska operate under a framework laid out in the [[Constitution of Gotneska]]. First written in 1849, it establishes a sovereign state in the form of a constitutional monarchy, with a representative parliamentary system. The monarch officially retains executive power and presides over the Council of State (privy council). The monarch has full executive power which they can use to a limit some other things they can are such as the formal appointment and dismissal of the Prime Minister and other Government ministers. The Monarch is not answerable for his or her actions, and their person is sacrosanct. Hereditary monarch Queen [[Sarah II]] has been head of state since 10 October 2017.
Politics in Gotneska operates under a framework laid out in the Constitution. First written in 1849, it establishes a sovereign state in the form of a constitutional monarchy, with a representative parliamentary system. The monarch officially retains executive power and presides over the Council of State (privy council). The monarch has full executive power which they can use to a limit some other things they can are such as the formal appointment and dismissal of the Prime Minister and other Government ministers. The Monarch is not answerable for his or her actions, and their person is sacrosanct. Hereditary monarch Queen [[Sarah II]] has been head of state since 10 October 2017. She is supported by a Prime Minister, currently [[Askur Karlsson]]. Two other important political figures are Speaker of the Riksdag [[Erik Magnússon]] and Deputy Prime Minister [[Olfúr Andersson]].
 
(WIP. Explain the Riksdag. Who rules, how, and for how long? Political parties. What levels of government exist? How about the local level? Who makes the laws? Who deals out your justice? Which government services exist? What is the name of your police?)


=== Foreign relations ===
=== Foreign relations ===
(WIP. Foreign affairs, alliances, membership of international organisations.)


=== Military ===
=== Military ===


==Economy==
(WIP. How are the armed forces organised?)
 
== Economy ==
 
Modern Gotneska has a mixed economy that is primarily service-based. It has a strong $economicSectorName sector, with some important international companies having a presence there. Additionally, the country has developed a thriving technology sector, with a strong focus on renewable energy. Tourism is also a major contributor to the economy, as its provinces are known for their rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and historical sites. Agriculture continues to play a role in the economies of rural areas, with crops such as potatoes, barley, and livestock being raised for both domestic consumption and export. Fishing and seafood production is also a significant industry in coastal provinces. Additionally, extractive industries contribute to the economies of $provinceName and $provinceName.


* Energy
(WIP. Employment. Exports and imports. International partners. Currency. Energy. Transportation. Science & technology. Unemployment numbers. Tourism. Media.)
* Industry
* Infrastructure
* Transport


== Demographics ==
== Demographics ==
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Revision as of 18:18, 5 February 2023

Second Kingdom of Gotneska

Annað Konungsríki af Gotneska
Dara Ríocht na Gotach
of Gotneska
Coat of arms
Motto: Sanngirni Guðs sem við trúum
Fairness of God We Believe
Map of Gotneska.png
Map of Gotneska
CapitalLæniguëuíl
LargestDunshaughlin
Official languagesGötaish
Recognised national languagesMeallángan
Ethnic groups
  • 35% Götani
  • 33% Máellái
  • 2% Nanuvat
  • 5% Ruaí
  • x% Ateenian
  • x% Aurivizh
  • 2% Densëhars
  • x% Ulfan
Demonym(s)Goutian
GovernmentConstitutional-Parliamentary Monarchy
• Monarch
Sarah II
• Prime Minister
Askur Karlsson
• Deputy Prime Minister
Olfúr Andersson
• Speaker of the Riksdag
Erik Magnússon
LegislatureRiksdag
Establishment
• Cordic & Norse Peoples migrate
3500 to 500 BC
460-1290 AD
550–917 AD
21 August 916
Area
• 
349,700 km2 (135,000 sq mi)
Population
• 2020 estimate
19,747,689
• Density
56.5/km2 (146.3/sq mi)
GDP (nominal)2022 estimate
• Total
276.467 billion
Gini (2020)26.8
low
HDI (2020)0.93
very high
Time zoneUTC+1 (WAT)
• Summer (DST)
UTC+2 (WAST)
Date formatdd-mm-yyyy (AD)
Driving sideright
Calling code+25
Internet TLD.ga

The Second Kingdom of Gotneska, commonly known as Gotaland (Götaish: Konungsríki Gotneska, and widely known just as Gotneska and rarely by the Kingdom and Commonwealth of Gotneska), is a sovereign nation and Constitutional-Parliamentary Monarchy in Argis on Eurth. The country shares borders with Nanaviit to the north, Aurivizh to the east, and Ulfheimr to the west. Both the eastern and western borders are created by rivers. The country has a population of 19.5 million citizens. The political capital is located in Læniguëuíl, and the largest city is Dunshaughlin

The country is organised as a Constitutional-Parliamentary Monarchy. The history of Gotneska as a unified kingdom began in the 9th century. Recent events such as the Collapse of the Goutian Empire and the Gotneskan Civil War (1979-1984) have left a clear mark on the country and its people. Since 2017, the head of state is Queen Sarah II from the House of Rejavi.

Modern Gotneska has a mixed economy, with many people earning a modest income. Gotneska is a member of several different international organizations, including the Assembled Nations. It has applied to become a Partner for Peace membership in Trident.

Etymology

(WIP. Where does your country's name come from? Most RL national names come from a small variety of choice. Some examples: land of a tribe (ex. France, Persia, Mongolia, Russia), characteristic geography (ex. Netherlands, India, Morocco), an old ruler or religious figure (ex. Philippines, San Marino, Europa, Saudi Arabia), the Latin description of a place (ex. Australia, Argentina, Liberia). How is the name pronounced? How is the name translated into other languages?)

History

Main article: History of Gotneska

The history of Gotneska as a unified kingdom began in the 9th century. However, historic documents describe the geographic area and the people living there, the Götaí and Ruaíaí, as early as 500 CE. These early documents include the writings of ?? and ??. With the Christianization of the Geats circa 660s AD, it is clear that there existed a kingship. Queen Sarah II can trace her lineage back to the Cordic & Namór Ásásadóirmenni kings ?? and ?? from this time, thus making the Monarchy of Gotneska one of the oldest continues bloodlines in Argis.[citation needed] The area now known as Gotneska has a rich prehistory, having been populated by several prehistoric cultures and people for about 10,500 to 8,000 years, since the end of the last ice age. But the first evidence of human presence in Gotneska is much earlier, dating to around 45,000 years ago.

Geography

Main article: Geography of Gotneska

Gotneska is located on the western half of the yeetland peninsula. It is border by Aurivizh to the southeast, and Ulfheimr to the west. Most of the nation is south of the Argic Circle, but a small portion lays north of it, one of the largest settlements lays 10 km North of the city. The nation has serval small islands off its coast. The country lies between latitudes 59 and 70°N, and longitudes 14 and 10°W. The most notable topographical features of the country are the Kendovstrunmahhe Mountains, Aurum Coast. The Gotneskan Kendovstrunmahhes are located mainly within the Járnger Ðr, the highest point is Skaðifjall, at 5,785 metres (18,980 ft). And the lowest point would be sea level at 0 m. Gotneska also has five major rivers, two of which help create it borders.

  • Skaðifjall, it has the highest peak in the nation.

    Skaðifjall, it has the highest peak in the nation.

  • The River Bóanau, Located in Aibhneacha Móra NP.

    The River Bóanau, Located in Aibhneacha Móra NP.

  • One of many cleansing forest fires in the Taiga.

    One of many cleansing forest fires in the Taiga.

  • Open Grasslands in the northeastern part.

    Open Grasslands in the northeastern part.

  • Aerial view of Saint Áine Monastery, Cordic Isles.

    Aerial view of Saint Áine Monastery, Cordic Isles.

Administrative divisions

The bureaucratic administration of Gotneksa is divided into four basic levels. Following the Nomenclature of Territorial Units for Statistics (NUTS), these levels are: country, region (NUTS-1), province (NUTS-2), and municipality (LAU). Below the national government, there are 4 regions, further divided into 16 provinces and then 42 counties.

Location Flag Province Capital (Pop.) Largest city (Pop.) Total area Population
Map of Austurgothia.png Austurgothia (East Gothia) Sækjahöfn Bridfrethbu
Mahoney Province.png Mahoney Sionainn Dunshaughlin
Fjallannland
Map of Járnger Ðr Province.png Járnger Ðr Province.png Járnger Ðr Jörðlæk 689,389
Map of The Province of Lænighríh.png Lænighríh Læniguëuíl
Map of the Rídearg Province.png Celtic Shamrock Flag.png Rídearg 4,430,904
Map of The Province of Vesturgothia.png Vesturgothia (West Gothia) Rauðnunger
Total Gotneska 349,700 km2 (135,000 sq mi) 19,747,689

Politics

Government

Big Four of Gotneska
Sarah II
Queen of Gotneska
Askur Karlsson
Prime Minister of Gotneska
Erik Magnússon
Speaker of the Riksdag
Olfúr Andersson
Deputy Prime Minister

Politics in Gotneska operates under a framework laid out in the Constitution. First written in 1849, it establishes a sovereign state in the form of a constitutional monarchy, with a representative parliamentary system. The monarch officially retains executive power and presides over the Council of State (privy council). The monarch has full executive power which they can use to a limit some other things they can are such as the formal appointment and dismissal of the Prime Minister and other Government ministers. The Monarch is not answerable for his or her actions, and their person is sacrosanct. Hereditary monarch Queen Sarah II has been head of state since 10 October 2017. She is supported by a Prime Minister, currently Askur Karlsson. Two other important political figures are Speaker of the Riksdag Erik Magnússon and Deputy Prime Minister Olfúr Andersson.

(WIP. Explain the Riksdag. Who rules, how, and for how long? Political parties. What levels of government exist? How about the local level? Who makes the laws? Who deals out your justice? Which government services exist? What is the name of your police?)

Foreign relations

(WIP. Foreign affairs, alliances, membership of international organisations.)

Military

(WIP. How are the armed forces organised?)

Economy

Modern Gotneska has a mixed economy that is primarily service-based. It has a strong $economicSectorName sector, with some important international companies having a presence there. Additionally, the country has developed a thriving technology sector, with a strong focus on renewable energy. Tourism is also a major contributor to the economy, as its provinces are known for their rich cultural heritage, stunning landscapes, and historical sites. Agriculture continues to play a role in the economies of rural areas, with crops such as potatoes, barley, and livestock being raised for both domestic consumption and export. Fishing and seafood production is also a significant industry in coastal provinces. Additionally, extractive industries contribute to the economies of $provinceName and $provinceName.

(WIP. Employment. Exports and imports. International partners. Currency. Energy. Transportation. Science & technology. Unemployment numbers. Tourism. Media.)

Demographics

Religion

Religion in Gotneska

  Catholic (70%)
  Protestant (15%)
  Vjöldism (7%)
  Neo-Cordic paganism (5%)
  Old Norse (3%)

Religious freedom is constitutionally provided for in Gotneska, and the country's constitution had been secular from 1969 to 1973. Christianity is the predominant religion, and while Gotneska remains a predominantly Catholic country, the percentage of the population who identified as Catholic on the census has fallen sharply from 87.2 percent in the 2011 census to 84.3 percent in the most recent 2019 census. Other results from the 2019 census are: 6.7% Protestant, 5.2% Neopagan, and 4.2% as having no religion.

Gotneska's patron saints are Saint Áine, Saint Palmer, Saint Brendan and Saint Arvid. Saint Áine & Palmer are the only ones commonly recognised as the patron saint. Saint Áine's Day is celebrated on 18 March in Gotneska and abroad as the Gotneskan national day. Will Saint Palmer's Day is celebrated on 2nd April. Both days have parades and other celebrations.

Culture

Main article: Famous Gotneskan’s

Music

Most Gotneskan music is related to Cordic or TBD name, and includes folk and pop traditions. Notable Gotneskan music acts include medieval music group Nafoíne Guth, and the Cordic Women. Famous singers from this group include; Gráinne Ó Gallchobhair.

Cuisine

Popular everyday beverages among the Gotneskan’s include tea and coffee. Alcoholic drinks associated with Gotneska include wurld-famous Bronaugh, which is an amber ale/stout that originated in the brewery of Patrick Bronaugh at St. Áine's Gate in Sionainn.

Sports

The most popular team sports in Gotneska are Rugby, Geltic Football, and finally Football. Rugby is by far the more popular and pretty successful in international competition. Football is second when it comes to international wins only behind Rugby which has been able to keep a pretty consistent ranking in the Top 10. Geltic Football is the most successful in international competition, but unlike Rugby and Football there is not World Cup competition.

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