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| conventional_long_name = Federal Republic of Swinas
| conventional_long_name = Kingdom of Swinas
| native_name = Repubblica Federale di Swinas
| common_name = Swinas
| common_name = Swinas
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| capital = Cape Cresta City
| capital = Cape Cresta City
|leader_title1 = Monarch
|leader_title1 = First Consul
|leader_title2 = Prime Minister
|leader_title2 = Second Consul
|leader_name2 = Amelia Norris
|leader_name2 = Perlita Mele
|leader_name1 = King Friedrich III
|leader_name1 = Eduard Hoffman
|population_census = 42,299,153
|population_census = 42,299,153
|population_census_year = 2021
|population_census_year = 2021
|ethnic_groups = {{bulleted list |69.8% Swish |30.2% other}}
|ethnic_groups = {{bulleted list |69.8% Swinnic |30.2% other}}
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|demonym = Swish
|currency = Swish Ram, Swish Buckling
|currency = Swish Ram, Swish Buckling
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|currency_code = SR, SB
|languages_type = National Language
|languages_type = National Language
|languages = German, Common
|languages = Italian, Common
| government_type = Constitutional Monarchy
| government_type = Federal Republic
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|GDP_nominal = 448,984,350,000
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'''The Kingdom of Swinas''', or '''Swinas''' for short, is a country with a diverse landscape that includes the temperate climate and varied terrain of '''North Swinas''', as well as the mostly desert landscape of '''South Swinas'''. The country's biggest city and capital is '''Cape Cresta City''', located in North Swinas. '''Swinas''' is situated near the middle of the '''Hiraethia''' continent and has a growing interest in space exploration. Additionally, '''Swinas''' has a unique cuisine that's famous for its unusual pizza toppings. The history and culture of '''Swinas''' are shaped by the contrast between t'''he North and South regions''', as well as the heritage of the indigenous people of '''South Swinas'''. Swinas offers a fantastic blend of natural beauty, delicious food, and technological advancements that make it an exciting and distinctive destination for tourists and researchers alike.
The Federal Republic of Swinas is an Italian speaking nation on the continent of Hiraethia has an island in the Talsar Sea. The nation can trace it's beginnings all the way back to around 150 BCE, but has officially been existing since 1564. The Federal Republic of Swinas shares a border with Vultesia and Wellsenfaile. The country has a dual-consular government, where two consuls are elected by the Swish People and share the powers that the head of the executive branch would normally hold. The Federal Republic of Swinas' government also contains a Senate, which passes legislation which can be vetoed and must be signed by both consuls. Besides on a federal level, the Federal Republic also contains the provinces of Cresta, Tharbarn, Granton, Consilana, Valdona, and Nordinsel. Each of these 6 provinces are represented by the 6 stars on the Swish Flag, with the star in the center representing the Federal Swish Governent.


== History ==
== History ==
[[File:swishindeginous.jpg|thumb|150px|left|Photo taken of Indeginous Swish]]
Prior to the arrival of '''Riamese''' colonizers, the deserts in '''South Swinas''' were under the control of the '''Kawhaibia Dynasty''', an indigenous tribe with a rich cultural history. The '''Kawhaibia''' people had developed unique methods of survival and adaptation to the harsh desert environment, building a prosperous civilization. Emperor Annikki was the final ruler of the '''Kawhaibia Dynasty''' and, according to local accounts, he politely handed over the crown to the '''Riamese''' and walked away. This peaceful surrender allowed for a smooth transition of power and allowed the '''Kawhaibia''' people to maintain significant autonomy and cultural preservation under '''Riamese''' rule. Today, the legacy of the '''Kawhaibia Dynasty''' remains an important part of the cultural identity of '''South Swinas''' and its people.


Initially, the '''Riamese''' encountered a friendly welcome from the indigenous tribes, who were open to establishing trade and cultural exchange. This led to the establishment of settlements and trading posts, which acted as a base for the '''Riamese''' to expand further into the interior. With colonization came the introduction of new technologies, religions and cultures, and also positive developments such as education and healthcare. Despite these changes, the '''Riamese''' and the indigenous people of '''Swinas''' maintained a peaceful coexistence. This allowed both cultures to learn from one another and benefit from their interactions, creating a mutually beneficial relationship. The result was a relatively smooth transition of power and significant autonomy for the indigenous people of '''Swinas''', preserving their cultural identity under '''Riamese''' rule. The legacy of this peaceful coexistence continues to play an important role in the cultural identity of '''South Swinas''' and its people.
=== Rise of the Swish People ===
The history of the region of Swinas as a whole can be loosely traced back to 300 BCE, when nomads began settling in Eastern Swinas and ancient religions began starting in Western Swinas. In the early history of Swinas, the desertpeople were different from the plainspeople. The desertpeople were indigenous Swish, whilst those in the plains came from other areas. The desertpeople believed in different gods and spoke a different language than the plainspeople. One empire from the plains from 150 BCE, the Cristataen Empire, would wish to unite the plains and conquer the desert afterwards. Aries Sabinus, the Emperor of the Cristataen Empire, would raise 4 legions for the conquest of the plains. The Cristataen Empire was the most centralized empire in the plains, and they were able to conquer the plains easily, using new ways of war which had never been seen before by the plainspeople, and building upon the innovations of other tribes in the plains to make new innovations.  


[[File:Swinas Colonial Flag.png|thumb|150px|right|Colonial Flag of Swinas]]In 1915, '''Swinas''' gained its independence from '''Riamo''', signaling the end of colonial rule and the beginning of its journey as a sovereign nation. The process of gaining independence was relatively peaceful, as the '''Riamese''' government had already begun to release several of its colonies at that time. '''Independence Day''' is a national holiday in '''Swinas''', celebrated every 15th of September to commemorate the country's freedom. After gaining independence, the country faced the daunting task of nation-building, which included establishing a stable government, fair legal system, and diversified economy. Despite the challenges, '''Swinas''' continued to grow and develop as a sovereign nation, with a rich history and culture that continue to shape its identity today.


Following the achievement of independence from '''Riamo''' in 1915, '''Swinas''' faced the monumental task of constructing a new nation. To determine the most suitable political system for the country, a referendum was conducted, ultimately leading to the establishment of a Republic. This decision was made to ensure a degree of autonomy and representation for the various regions in the government. The country's leaders concentrated on creating a stable government, establishing an effective legal system, and implementing an economy that would cater to the needs of all citizens. In the early post-independence years, the government invested heavily in the development of the country's infrastructure, such as transportation, communication, and energy systems. Furthermore, significant investments were made in education and healthcare, leading to a better quality of life for the citizens. Despite encountering economic and political obstacles, the country succeeded in creating a stable and prosperous nation, laying the foundation for future development.
The conquest of the Swish Plains would be completed, and the Cristataen Empire would next use their legions to invade the Swish Desert, which was much larger than the plains. The desertpeople would also put up a fierce fight, as they opposed the plainspeople, who they saw as the enemy. After much struggle, however, much of the Swish Desert would be conquered by the Cristataen Empire, and would go on to influence much of modern Swish Culture. Eventually, a succession crisis would lead to the collapse of the empire in 24 CE, and would see the rise of new nations and organizations. Many city-states would be created, who would be united under Swish Leagues. One of these leagues, the Crestan League, would be led by the city of Capcres.


The '''Swish Civil War''' was a major event in the history of '''Swinas''', occurring in the late 1920s, after the country gained its independence. The war pitted socialist and democratic factions against one another, with the democratic faction, led by the '''Swish Democratic Faction''', emerging as the victor. The conflict resulted in a significant loss of life and widespread destruction of property, causing severe economic damage to the country. Following the war, the country's leaders worked tirelessly to rebuild and establish stability, a fair legal system, and a diversified economy. The causes, events, and aftermath of the war have been extensively researched and documented by historians, with more information available on the [[Swish Civil War]] page. The impact of the '''civil war''' on the political, social, and economic landscape of '''Swinas''' continues to be felt to this day, and its legacy has played a significant role in shaping the country's history and identity.


Following the victory of the Democratic Faction, efforts were made to arrest any remaining Socialists in '''Swinas'''. To achieve this, reserve forces of the '''Civil War''' were deployed to the former socialist territories to crack down on socialism in the area. This period was later referred to as "De-Socialism" and was successful in some areas, but largely unsuccessful in others. In some cases, the reserve forces faced armed resistance from some socialists, making it difficult to enforce this policy. Even in the small village of '''Hytra''', some socialists attempted to restart the '''civil war''', although their efforts quickly failed. This resistance demonstrated the challenges faced by the reserves in carrying out their duties.
Capcres would organize the Pan-Crestan Conference, in which all of the city-states of the League would meet in Capcres. The envoy of Capcres would begin to discuss plans of further centralization, as the Firinan League would begin showing hostility to the Crestan League. After the conference, Capcres would gain further control of the league, as all of the city-states of the league agreed to become feudatories of Capcres. Following this, Capcres would declare war on the Firinan League and would lay siege to the city which led the league. Following this, a fierce battle would occur. The Firinan League would attempt to use shock action tactics to convince the Crestans that they had a large army than they did, and the Crestans themselves used Single Envelopment tactics, which surprised the enemy and led to a Crestan Victory. The rest of the Firinan League would surrender to the Crestan League, and they would be integrated into the Crestan League, before eventually the whole league was integrated into Capcres.
[[File:SwishCivilWarImage.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Image of Swish Democratic Reserves]]
In the aftermath of the war, the country's leaders worked to establish stability, a fair legal system, and a diversified economy. Despite their efforts, some residual socialist elements within the country remained, and the '''Swish Democratic Faction''' made it a priority to neutralize these threats. They did so by sending reserve forces of the '''Civil War''' into former socialist territory and cracking down on any remaining socialist activities. This period became known as "De-Socialism" and was met with varying levels of success.






== Military ==
After this, Capcres culture would also begin to influence the rest of Swinas, as they were a regional power within Swinas. However, the Capcres hegemony would fade away and their territories would be reduced by other nations in Swinas. As communication technology became better, and due to the Cristataen Empire, the divide between the plainspeople and desertpeople was slowly disappearing. Because of this, desertpeople and plainspeople culture was also integrating with each other, creating a unique blend which altogether shaped modern-day Swish culture. This would all occur in the Late Antiquity, and in about 459 CE, Germanic influence from Nordinsel would spread into the region of Swinas. Conquerors from the islands would arrive on the shores of Swinas by around the 400's, and would establish kingdoms in Northern Swinas, which would frequently enter wars with the Swish Leagues.
[[File:Militarys.jpg|thumb|250px|left|Image of The Swish Armed Forces]]'''The Swish military''', also known as the '''Swish Armed Forces''', is responsible for the defense and security of the '''Swish nation'''. It consists of the '''Swish Army''', Swish Navy, Swish Air Force, and the Swish National Guard. The '''Swish military''' is under the command of the '''Ministry of Defense''', which is headed by the Defense Minister.


'''The Swish Armed Forces (SAF)''' is composed of three main branches: the Swish Army, the Swish Navy, and the Swish Air Force. '''The SAF''' is primarily tasked with defending the sovereignty and territorial integrity of '''Swinas''', as well as maintaining peace and stability within the country.
One of these Nordinselli Kingdoms, the Kingdom of the Hoffs, would conquer most land which is in modern-day eastern Swinas, and would from there expand west into the desert. The Kingdom would then proclaim itself the Hoffic Kingdom of Swinas, but most ethnic Swish would be beneath the Germanic Nordinselli, who at this point dominated Swinas. The geopolitical landscape of Swinas henceforth began to change, with the Hoffs having massive influence over Swinas, including their language. In the periods of Swinas during the antiquity, the majority of Swinas spoke a variation of Latin, now, Germanic language customs would begin spreading into the Swish Language, which would gradually transform into a form of Italian.


'''The Swish Army''' is the largest branch of the '''SAF''', with a force of approximately 250,000 active-duty personnel. Its primary responsibilities include ground-based military operations, such as land defense and counterinsurgency operations. '''The Swish Army''' is equipped with a range of modern equipment, including tanks, artillery, and infantry fighting vehicles.
Eventually, the Kingdom of the Hoffs would split up into smaller petty Kingdoms, with the Old Swish and Nordinselli cultures fused together, which create the Modern Swish identity. Gradually, another nation which was based nearby the former city of Capcres would rise to power, it's Capital named Cape Cresta City, and it's nation being the Kingdom of Cape Cresta. it would conquer most of Modern-Day Swinas, and later it would also conquer the panhandle into the Parthenean Coast which Swinas owns. The Kingdom of Cape Cresta would last, eventually naming itself the Kingdom of Swinas, and being the absolute controller of all Swish Peoples. Eventually, the Kingdom would launch a 10-year military campaign against the Island of Nordinsel, which while small, was home to some of the fiercest fighters, and would challenge the Swish superiority. Eventually, the island was conquered, and the Kingdom of Swinas would experience a longevity of peace.  


'''The Swish Navy''' is responsible for defending '''Swinas' maritime interests''', including its territorial waters and exclusive economic zone. '''The Swish Navy''' has a diverse fleet of vessels, including frigates, corvettes, and patrol boats. '''The Swish Navy''' also maintains a small number of submarines for use in special operations and intelligence gathering.
=== Modern Swish History ===
By the 1400's, the Kingdom of Swinas was a prosperous kingdom which was caught up to the world technologically and culturally. However, the King of Swinas still held absolute power over Swinas, and by the mid-to-late 1500's, many found this an issue. The King's Son, Alberico Rosiello, would be the darling of the Swish People, and many would support his populist ideas. His father, who was still king, believed that his power should remain absolute, and was not willing to transfer some of his power to the people. So, Prince Rosiello along with the people would enter the King's Palace and force the King to transfer his power to his son, who would then go on to make reforms to the monarchy and transfer some of his power to the people. In 1564, the Kingdom of Swinas transitioned from an Absolute to Constitutional Monarchy, and a senate was established with 100 seats, and people could vote on who to elect into it, and they passed legislation.


'''The Swish Air Force''' is responsible for conducting air operations in support of ground-based forces and for defending Swinas' airspace. It is equipped with a range of modern aircraft, including fighter jets, transport planes, and helicopters. '''The Swish Air Force''' also operates a number of '''unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)''' for use in surveillance and reconnaissance missions.


In addition to the three main branches, the '''SAF''' also includes several support branches, such as the '''Swish Special Forces''' and the '''Swish Military Police'''. The Swish Special Forces are responsible for carrying out special operations missions, such as hostage rescues and counter-terrorism operations. The Swish Military Police are responsible for maintaining discipline and enforcing military law within the '''SAF'''.
The transition would be received well by the Swish People, but by 1643, a new King named King Oscuro II would seek to consolidate his power, and he would begin using the military to repel certain legislation from the senate from being passed. The people, not in favor of this, would revolt, and the King would abdicate. In order to prevent a new King from taking too much power, the Kingdom of Swinas would transform into the Federal Republic of Swinas. The Senate was given greater power, and the powers of the king would be shared by two people who were the First and Second Consuls. The provinces were established, and this system has been in place for 400 years with little change.


Overall, '''the Swish Armed Forces''' are considered to be a modern and capable military force, with a strong emphasis on training and readiness. The '''SAF''' has participated in a number of international peacekeeping and humanitarian missions, and maintains close ties with military forces from other countries.
In the 1920's, however, Socialist Groups would begin gaining relevance in Swinas, with a distinct divide between socialist groups and democratic groups. This divide would become even more relevant when the then First Consul of Swinas, Micheal Jenkins, would begin banning many institutions associated with the Swish Communist Party, and this would eventually lead to the formation of the People's Republic of Swinas in the desert. They controlled most of the land of Swinas, but the industrial areas of Swinas were still under the control of the Federal Republic.  


== Politics ==
== Government ==
The Government of Swinas will now be explained in full depth. The Government of Swinas is divided into 3 echelons, the first being the Consuls, the next being the Senate, and finally the Provinces. The consuls are the easiest to explain, and will be discussed first. The requirements to become a consul are that you must be at least 30 years old, you must have been a member of the senate for 5 years, and you must be born in Swinas or your parents were born in Swinas. The two consuls share the power to veto and approve legislation, but if the Senate counters the veto with a 75% majority then it is passed regardless. The two consuls must both sign legislation before it is passed.


=== Amelia Norris ===
[[File:AmeliaNorris.jpg|thumb|250px|left|Image of Amelia Norris]]During the elections of 2021, '''Amelia Norris''', a Liberal Politician, ran for president of the Republic of '''Swinas'''. She campaigned on a platform of unity and modernization, emphasizing her commitment to improving the lives of all citizens and fostering a sense of national pride. Her campaign was fierce and competitive, as she faced several strong candidates from different political parties. Despite this, '''Amelia Norris''' emerged victorious, winning a majority of the votes in the election. With her victory, she became the 3rd woman to become president of '''Swinas'''. Her win was seen as a significant milestone in the country's political history, as it demonstrated the increasing participation and influence of women in the political sphere. Her presidency was marked by a number of significant reforms and achievements in areas such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure development.


===Foreign Relations===
Then there is the Senate. The Modern Senate is comprised of 100 members, but this number has changed throughout history. To be a member of the Senate you must be 20 years old. A senator has one vote each, and a simple majority of 51/100 can pass a law. If both consuls veto a law, then it can be countered by a 75/100 majority, which will override the Consul Veto and force the law to be passed. The Senate has some limitations per what laws it can pass due to the constitution, mainly that it cannot impede upon the established Bill of Laws. Laws in the Bill from the beginning of the Federal Republic cannot be easily removed, but newer ones are easier to remove.
The Republic of '''Swinas''' has a history of good relations with other countries, particularly with the democracies of Hylia and Trident Union, both are non-bordering countries. These countries have strong diplomatic ties, with regular high-level visits and meetings between government officials. The countries also have a strong economic partnership, with a significant amount of trade and investment taking place between them.


'''Swinas''' and '''Hylia''' have a long-standing friendship, founded on shared values such as democracy, human rights and free trade. They have cooperated on various international issues, such as peacekeeping operations and humanitarian aid, and have a strong relationship in cultural exchange.


Trident Union, being a faraway country, also has a strong relationship with the country. The two countries have a mutual defense agreement and have cooperated on various issues such as counterterrorism, drug trafficking and illegal migration. '''Swinas''' and '''Trident Union''' also have a strong economic partnership, with many Swish companies investing in Trident Union and vice versa.


'''Swinas''' also maintains cordial relations with other countries in the region and is active in regional organizations such as the '''Anterian Peace League'''. Overall, the Republic of '''Swinas''' is committed to promoting peace and stability in the international community and has a history of maintaining good relations with other countries. The country's foreign policy is based on the principles of non-interference, mutual respect, and cooperation with other nations.
Lastly there is the provinces. Each province has a governor who can choose to follow or not follow certain legislation passed by the Senate. In addition, the Governor acts as the speaker of the Province, as there is also a Provincial Assembly in every province which has a member count proportional to it's population. These provincial assemblies can only pass laws which involve the province they are in, however. The consuls, senate, and provinces altogether make up the Modern Government of Swinas, which has been in place for 400 years and is still stable today.  


== Economy ==
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For a brief period of time after independence in 1915, '''Swinas''' kept the '''Riamese''' currency. However, with the help from the '''Riamese''', the country soon established its own currency, the '''Swish Ram''', named after an old goat religion that was practiced by the indigenous people of '''Swinas'''. The '''Swish Ram''' quickly became the main currency used throughout the country, and it was widely accepted by merchants and businesses. In addition to the '''Swish Ram''', the country also established the '''Swish Buckling''', which was used for the paying of non-dollar increments. This system helped to ensure that the country's economy was stable and that the currency was easily accessible to all citizens. Today, the '''Swish Ram''' and the '''Swish Buckling''' are still in use and continue to play an important role in the country's economy.
 
== Geography ==
 
'''Swinas''' has taken various measures to preserve and protect its natural resources. One of the key steps taken by the government is the establishment of national parks and nature reserves to safeguard the country's flora and fauna. '''Swinas''' has a total of 28 protected areas covering a vast area of land, including forests, wetlands, and marine ecosystems.
 
Furthermore, '''Swinas''' has implemented strict regulations on logging and mining to prevent deforestation and environmental degradation. The country has also invested in sustainable forestry practices, such as selective logging and reforestation programs, to ensure the long-term health of its forests. The government has also encouraged the use of alternative energy sources, such as solar and wind power, to reduce the reliance on non-renewable energy sources.
 
In addition, '''Swinas''' has implemented policies to reduce pollution and improve air and water quality. The government has implemented regulations on vehicle emissions, and industrial facilities are required to meet stringent environmental standards. The country has also invested in wastewater treatment facilities to ensure that wastewater is treated before being released back into the environment.
 
Overall, '''Swinas''' is committed to preserving and protecting its natural resources for future generations. The country's efforts to promote sustainable development have not only helped to preserve its unique ecosystems but have also created new opportunities for eco-tourism and sustainable economic growth.
 
'''Swinas''' is blessed with two major rivers, the '''Dandora''' and the '''Kishwara''', which play a vital role in the country's ecosystem and economy.
 
The '''Dandora River''' is the longer of the two, stretching over 600 kilometers from its source in the highlands of the north to its outlet in the '''Talsar Sea'''. Along its course, the '''Dandora''' provides a lifeline for both human and animal communities, with countless towns and villages settled along its banks. The river also supports a wide range of agricultural activities, with farmers utilizing its fertile floodplains for rice, sugarcane, and other crops.
 
The '''Kishwara River''', on the other hand, is relatively shorter, but no less important. It begins in the hills of the west and flows through dense forested areas and rocky terrain, creating stunning waterfalls and providing habitats for a variety of wildlife. The river is also a critical source of water for many communities in the region, supplying clean water for drinking, cooking, and washing.
 
Despite their importance, both rivers are facing numerous threats, including pollution from industrial activities, agricultural runoff, and urbanization. To combat these threats, the '''Swinas''' government has implemented several measures to protect the rivers and their surrounding ecosystems. These measures include the creation of protected areas and conservation zones, the establishment of monitoring programs, and the enactment of laws and regulations to control pollution and other harmful activities.
 
The government has also encouraged community-based initiatives to protect and conserve the rivers. For example, local organizations have been established to clean up the rivers and their surroundings, plant trees to prevent soil erosion and promote biodiversity, and educate the public about the importance of protecting these precious resources.
 
Overall, the '''Dandora''' and '''Kishwara''' Rivers are essential components of '''Swinas'''' natural heritage, and their protection and conservation are vital for the country's sustainable development.
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Latest revision as of 14:38, 18 May 2024

Federal Republic of Swinas

Repubblica Federale di Swinas
SwishFlag.png
Flag
Swishcoa.png
Coat of arms
MapofSwinas.png
CapitalCape Cresta City
National LanguageItalian, Common
Ethnic groups
  • 69.8% Swinnic
  • 30.2% other
Demonym(s)Swish
GovernmentFederal Republic
• First Consul
Eduard Hoffman
• Second Consul
Perlita Mele
Area
• Total
985,095 km2 (380,347 sq mi)
Population
• 2021 census
42,299,153
GDP (nominal)estimate
• Total
448,984,350,000
CurrencySwish Ram, Swish Buckling (SR, SB)
Driving sideright
Calling code+59

The Federal Republic of Swinas is an Italian speaking nation on the continent of Hiraethia has an island in the Talsar Sea. The nation can trace it's beginnings all the way back to around 150 BCE, but has officially been existing since 1564. The Federal Republic of Swinas shares a border with Vultesia and Wellsenfaile. The country has a dual-consular government, where two consuls are elected by the Swish People and share the powers that the head of the executive branch would normally hold. The Federal Republic of Swinas' government also contains a Senate, which passes legislation which can be vetoed and must be signed by both consuls. Besides on a federal level, the Federal Republic also contains the provinces of Cresta, Tharbarn, Granton, Consilana, Valdona, and Nordinsel. Each of these 6 provinces are represented by the 6 stars on the Swish Flag, with the star in the center representing the Federal Swish Governent.

History

Rise of the Swish People

The history of the region of Swinas as a whole can be loosely traced back to 300 BCE, when nomads began settling in Eastern Swinas and ancient religions began starting in Western Swinas. In the early history of Swinas, the desertpeople were different from the plainspeople. The desertpeople were indigenous Swish, whilst those in the plains came from other areas. The desertpeople believed in different gods and spoke a different language than the plainspeople. One empire from the plains from 150 BCE, the Cristataen Empire, would wish to unite the plains and conquer the desert afterwards. Aries Sabinus, the Emperor of the Cristataen Empire, would raise 4 legions for the conquest of the plains. The Cristataen Empire was the most centralized empire in the plains, and they were able to conquer the plains easily, using new ways of war which had never been seen before by the plainspeople, and building upon the innovations of other tribes in the plains to make new innovations.


The conquest of the Swish Plains would be completed, and the Cristataen Empire would next use their legions to invade the Swish Desert, which was much larger than the plains. The desertpeople would also put up a fierce fight, as they opposed the plainspeople, who they saw as the enemy. After much struggle, however, much of the Swish Desert would be conquered by the Cristataen Empire, and would go on to influence much of modern Swish Culture. Eventually, a succession crisis would lead to the collapse of the empire in 24 CE, and would see the rise of new nations and organizations. Many city-states would be created, who would be united under Swish Leagues. One of these leagues, the Crestan League, would be led by the city of Capcres.


Capcres would organize the Pan-Crestan Conference, in which all of the city-states of the League would meet in Capcres. The envoy of Capcres would begin to discuss plans of further centralization, as the Firinan League would begin showing hostility to the Crestan League. After the conference, Capcres would gain further control of the league, as all of the city-states of the league agreed to become feudatories of Capcres. Following this, Capcres would declare war on the Firinan League and would lay siege to the city which led the league. Following this, a fierce battle would occur. The Firinan League would attempt to use shock action tactics to convince the Crestans that they had a large army than they did, and the Crestans themselves used Single Envelopment tactics, which surprised the enemy and led to a Crestan Victory. The rest of the Firinan League would surrender to the Crestan League, and they would be integrated into the Crestan League, before eventually the whole league was integrated into Capcres.


After this, Capcres culture would also begin to influence the rest of Swinas, as they were a regional power within Swinas. However, the Capcres hegemony would fade away and their territories would be reduced by other nations in Swinas. As communication technology became better, and due to the Cristataen Empire, the divide between the plainspeople and desertpeople was slowly disappearing. Because of this, desertpeople and plainspeople culture was also integrating with each other, creating a unique blend which altogether shaped modern-day Swish culture. This would all occur in the Late Antiquity, and in about 459 CE, Germanic influence from Nordinsel would spread into the region of Swinas. Conquerors from the islands would arrive on the shores of Swinas by around the 400's, and would establish kingdoms in Northern Swinas, which would frequently enter wars with the Swish Leagues.

One of these Nordinselli Kingdoms, the Kingdom of the Hoffs, would conquer most land which is in modern-day eastern Swinas, and would from there expand west into the desert. The Kingdom would then proclaim itself the Hoffic Kingdom of Swinas, but most ethnic Swish would be beneath the Germanic Nordinselli, who at this point dominated Swinas. The geopolitical landscape of Swinas henceforth began to change, with the Hoffs having massive influence over Swinas, including their language. In the periods of Swinas during the antiquity, the majority of Swinas spoke a variation of Latin, now, Germanic language customs would begin spreading into the Swish Language, which would gradually transform into a form of Italian.

Eventually, the Kingdom of the Hoffs would split up into smaller petty Kingdoms, with the Old Swish and Nordinselli cultures fused together, which create the Modern Swish identity. Gradually, another nation which was based nearby the former city of Capcres would rise to power, it's Capital named Cape Cresta City, and it's nation being the Kingdom of Cape Cresta. it would conquer most of Modern-Day Swinas, and later it would also conquer the panhandle into the Parthenean Coast which Swinas owns. The Kingdom of Cape Cresta would last, eventually naming itself the Kingdom of Swinas, and being the absolute controller of all Swish Peoples. Eventually, the Kingdom would launch a 10-year military campaign against the Island of Nordinsel, which while small, was home to some of the fiercest fighters, and would challenge the Swish superiority. Eventually, the island was conquered, and the Kingdom of Swinas would experience a longevity of peace.

Modern Swish History

By the 1400's, the Kingdom of Swinas was a prosperous kingdom which was caught up to the world technologically and culturally. However, the King of Swinas still held absolute power over Swinas, and by the mid-to-late 1500's, many found this an issue. The King's Son, Alberico Rosiello, would be the darling of the Swish People, and many would support his populist ideas. His father, who was still king, believed that his power should remain absolute, and was not willing to transfer some of his power to the people. So, Prince Rosiello along with the people would enter the King's Palace and force the King to transfer his power to his son, who would then go on to make reforms to the monarchy and transfer some of his power to the people. In 1564, the Kingdom of Swinas transitioned from an Absolute to Constitutional Monarchy, and a senate was established with 100 seats, and people could vote on who to elect into it, and they passed legislation.


The transition would be received well by the Swish People, but by 1643, a new King named King Oscuro II would seek to consolidate his power, and he would begin using the military to repel certain legislation from the senate from being passed. The people, not in favor of this, would revolt, and the King would abdicate. In order to prevent a new King from taking too much power, the Kingdom of Swinas would transform into the Federal Republic of Swinas. The Senate was given greater power, and the powers of the king would be shared by two people who were the First and Second Consuls. The provinces were established, and this system has been in place for 400 years with little change.

In the 1920's, however, Socialist Groups would begin gaining relevance in Swinas, with a distinct divide between socialist groups and democratic groups. This divide would become even more relevant when the then First Consul of Swinas, Micheal Jenkins, would begin banning many institutions associated with the Swish Communist Party, and this would eventually lead to the formation of the People's Republic of Swinas in the desert. They controlled most of the land of Swinas, but the industrial areas of Swinas were still under the control of the Federal Republic.

Government

The Government of Swinas will now be explained in full depth. The Government of Swinas is divided into 3 echelons, the first being the Consuls, the next being the Senate, and finally the Provinces. The consuls are the easiest to explain, and will be discussed first. The requirements to become a consul are that you must be at least 30 years old, you must have been a member of the senate for 5 years, and you must be born in Swinas or your parents were born in Swinas. The two consuls share the power to veto and approve legislation, but if the Senate counters the veto with a 75% majority then it is passed regardless. The two consuls must both sign legislation before it is passed.


Then there is the Senate. The Modern Senate is comprised of 100 members, but this number has changed throughout history. To be a member of the Senate you must be 20 years old. A senator has one vote each, and a simple majority of 51/100 can pass a law. If both consuls veto a law, then it can be countered by a 75/100 majority, which will override the Consul Veto and force the law to be passed. The Senate has some limitations per what laws it can pass due to the constitution, mainly that it cannot impede upon the established Bill of Laws. Laws in the Bill from the beginning of the Federal Republic cannot be easily removed, but newer ones are easier to remove.


Lastly there is the provinces. Each province has a governor who can choose to follow or not follow certain legislation passed by the Senate. In addition, the Governor acts as the speaker of the Province, as there is also a Provincial Assembly in every province which has a member count proportional to it's population. These provincial assemblies can only pass laws which involve the province they are in, however. The consuls, senate, and provinces altogether make up the Modern Government of Swinas, which has been in place for 400 years and is still stable today.

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