To:- The Governments of Heyra and Himeyama.

It has been brought to my attention following recent media activity that there is possibilities that both of your nations would be willing to meet with myself in order to try and overcome the current situation developing on the disputed islands in the Mhorish Sea. I therefore propose a meeting between the three nations in order to see whether we can settle this in an amicable way.

I would therefore ask both nations to agree to the following as a gesture of goodwill prior to talks taking place.

1. Both nations do not add military personnel to the islands.

2. Both nations respect the current positions held by each other and do not advance from them.

3. Both nations to make available before talks begin the names of any civilians they have either a) evacuated from the islands b) have been confirmed as dead.

In order to make the talks fair and to ensure the security of all involved I also propose the following.

1. Each delegation be made up of one politician, one military officer and one legal adviser.

2. Each delegation will be collected from their nations capital by the Bakkermaya Air Force.

3. Talks shall take place at the Duchy Hall in Edwinstowe. The Hall is a historical meeting point for when our nations six Duchies disagreed.

4. During the duration of their stay in Bakkermaya each delegate will be accompanied by a member of the Horseman of Jekar

5. Each delegation shall have rooms allocated at Edwinstowe's Temple of Helus complex or within their own embassy.

6. On completion of talks, regardless of result, the Bakkermaya Air Force shall return the delegates to the destination of their choice within their nation.

I hope these proposals are acceptable and therefore allow us to commence talks sooner rather than later.

May The Gods Watch Over You and Frossaj Grant you Wisdom.

Grand Duke Hugo Lascelles.

Following the Tsunami that hit Himeyama and the disputed Mhorish Islands a major aid operation has turned into a military stand off. News of an increase in Heyran forces and potentially entrenched Himeyaman Marines have lead to concerns that the situation may boil over and become a shooting war. With this in mind Grand Duke Hugo Lascelles has spoken out at the meeting of the Parliament of Swords. The Grand Duke gave the opening statement of the weekly briefing and stated, "Himeyama sit firmly on Ardia and Heyra have recently attempted to join Ardian organisations, something I'm not 100% convinced on. As such both of these nations would potentially be our neighbours and there is nothing worse than having your neighbours fighting. We currently have no vessels aiding in the aftermath. We had concerns our own coast could have been damaged and so were not as prepared to help others as perhaps we should have been. This puts us in the position that we wish to see both nations get along and have no vested interest in the current situation. Should both sides agree I'd like to try and have both nations sit down and discuss a road map to solving this issue once and for all, be that some kind of agreement mutually agreed, a referendum, or any other possibility. Its a chance worth taking rather than someone pulling a trigger."

The Grand Duke has also explained that his view on the Heyran's joining Ardian organisations is still not cemented. "They have attended talks but we've not yet concluded anything. I'm no Geographer but to me they don't seem to be part of Ardia, however it is clear Mantra is pretty close to Ardia and if they are willing to work to make our continent a better place then I'm willing to give them a fair crack of the whip. I will reserve judgement based on what they bring to the table."

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Duchess Anna Davidson was today announced as the Lead Sword for the next term of the Parliament of the Swords. The Lead Sword is a symbolic position that acts as a kind of link between the Grand Duke and the Parliament of Swords. Under Bakkermayan Law the Grand Duke is only permitted into the Parliament chamber on the occasion of his weekly statment and ceremonial times of the year. Traditionally the Lead Sword was a noble selected by the Grand Duke who would sit in on Parliament meetings and relay the information to the Grand Duke as well as offer both the Parliament and the Grand Duke advice. Today the post is largely ceremonial and the holder tends to remain in position for only a year before a new one being selected. In the almost 550 years of the position existing no woman has held the position.

The 32 year old who has just completed five years service as a signals officer in The Army was picked by Grand Duke Lascelles because, "she exemplifies dedication to the Six Dukedoms and has managed to juggle her duties as Duchess of Wellow, a military career and various good works in the charity world. It is my hope she can use the position to continue these good works and I wish her well."

Duchess Anna will be sworn into the position in the next week and has said, "I would like to thank Hugo for this responsibility. I realise the ceremonial aspect of it is most important but out of everyone he could have picked I am overjoyed it was me. I think I represent all of Bakkermaya, my ancestory see's Lodjain, Morelander and even some Paracambian, but Helus is in my heart. I hope I can be blessed with the wisdom of Frossaj.

It seemed like they were beginning to pick up momentum and Hugo was feeling a little bit more optimistic about where this was going.

"OK so, if I may" he turned on the text to type on his tablet and began to recite what he had scribbled down.

"We, the nations of Ardia, in order to create a more prosperous, safe and united continent agree to the following.

Section 1

1. There shall be an Assembly of Ardia based in Edwinstowe, Bakkermaya. This assembly shall be made up of one voting delegate per nation. Nations may nominate any individual deemed qualified to address the Assembly on their behalf.

2. The Assembly shall meet once a month to discuss issues of importance. Should two nations feel a matter requires immediate review it shall meet within 6 hours of the request being made.

3. The Assembly shall discuss options for solutions to problems facing Ardia and shall vote on recommendations. This process shall include the settling of disputes between Ardian nations, in those cases the nations involved may not vote but may take part in discussions.

Section 2

1. The Ardian Assembly shall also create a criminal intelligence sharing network. Each nation shall appoint one individual to act as a liason.

2. It is expected that nations co-operate with foreign investigations and make intelligence avaliable to other nations so far as.

a) Doing so does not endanger ongoing investigations.
b) Doing so does not endanger national security
c) Doing so does not breach any other international agreement.

3. Nations agree to extradite criminal suspects if they are presented with reasonable evidence and are assured that torture will not be used to extract evidence and that the accused will get a fair trial.

Section 3

1. The Assembly shall establish a network for Genocide Awareness. The aim of this network is to gather information about the genocides Ardia has experienced in order to bring perpetrators to trial and to ensure the memory of victims is kept alive.

2. The Network shall be overseen by an individual voted for by the Assembly. "


With that Hugo finished, "If I may explain that despite President Colbert proposing a Maori takes control of this network I think that may not be the most sensible of moves, I apologise if this sounds out of order but its a matter too close to their heart and my experience is that can cloud judgement. Now I'm not saying a Moari shouldn't head this, but I would rather have the right individual for the job rather than someone picked for their nationality. So I now welcome comments on the draft we've put together or new sections for the charter."

Equipment	Use	Issued to
SA-80	Assault Rifle	Frontline Units
Rivett 29	Hand gun	All ranks and duties
M2010	Sniper Rifle	Designated Marksman
LMG 74	Light Machine Gun	Squad Issue
GPMG 2	General Purpose Machine Gun	Squad Issue
HMV	Heavy Machine Gun	Fireteam Issue
HK UMP	Sub-Machine Gun	Vehicle Crews
Stretton 500	Shotgun	Urban Warfare
RPG 22	Anti-Tank Weapon	Patrol Issue
RPG M72	Anti-Tank Weapon	Patrol Issue
Igla	MANPADS	Patrol Issue
M62 Mortar	Portable Mortar	Platoon Issue
Sani	Vehicle Portable Mortar	Battalion Issie

Vehicle	Use	Number in Service
Hedgehog	Main Battle Tank	170
Chieftan Tank	Main Battle Tank	100
Marder	Infantry Fighting Vehicle	300
CV-90	Infantry Fighting Vehicle	200
Sisu	APC	200
Fox	APC	300
Cerebus	APC	200
LAV 25	Armoured Car	300
M270	Multiple Launch Rocket System	50
Hammer	Multiple Launch Rocket System	40
Govinda	Self Propelled Howizter	100
SPH 90	Self Propelled Howitzer	100
THS   80	Towed Howitzer	200
THS 73	Towed Howitzer	100
Gammon	Long Range Air Defence	50
Grumble	Long Range Air Defence	15
Cub	Medium Range Air Defence	30
Cobra	Infantry Mobility Vehicle	250
Jones Equipment LCV-3	Infantry Mobility Vehicle	450
Sand Cat	Utility Vehicle	300
Apache	Attack Helicopter	50
EMAC Lifter	Transport Helicopter	25
Blackhawk	Utility Helicopter	30
Chinook	Transport Helicopter	22

It had been quiet a long time since the people of Lodja and the people of Bakkermaya had meet officially. To the best of Grand Duke Hugo Lascelles knowledge it had been when in the 16th century an agreement had been signed between the two nations that made Harby, or as it was called at the time Harbagrad an official part of Bakkermaya. In effect it had been since the 12th Century after the Horseman of Jekar had turned up accompanied by a flock of willing missionaries and began converting the island while subduing it by force.

Today's meeting however would be happier or at least that was what Grand Duke Lascelles hoped. He had invited the government of Lodja over to discuss relations. The two hadn't really been at each others throats ever but then again they'd never been friends but with Hugo now pushing to have Bakkermaya part of Albion it was time to start making friends on that continent. It was with that thought in mind he'd gone to the island's Temple of Helus where he'd spent the last hour in contemplation and prayer. As he finished he found sat at the back of the Temple was the island's Duchess, Rhiannon Farmer. Her ancient ancestor had been one of the Horseman of Jekar who had first landed on the island searching for King Paul. Her family still had a line back in East Moreland and that was something the Farmer family was proud of. "Good Morning Hugo" she said as the pair exchanged a greeting series of kisses on the cheek. "The Lord God have any advice?" She asked as the pair turned and headed for the exit into the bright sunlight.

"Nothing beyond not messing up" he replied to the youngest of his nations six leading nobles. She'd inherited the Dukedom of Harby just a year earlier after her father had died and while her mother, Sarah, still did the day to day running of the place it was Rhiannon who was the formal face of the island. "You ready?" Hugo asked her as they climbed into their car.

"Yeah, what is there to be nervous about, meeting a foreign monarch who claims she's some fake Goddess." Rhiannon slid into the seat behind the driver to allow Hugo to sit beside her.

"Well for a start don't say that in front of them." Hugo laughed as the car began its journey to the islands airport which in truth was not the best equipped to deal with international flights but due to serving also as a military airfield was capable of receiving a diplomatic aircraft or two. As they arrived at the airfield the car was meet by outriders from the Horseman of Jekar. The welcoming committee stood ready to greet the representatives of Lodja.

78 x F-18 Wolfhound Multi Role Aircraft
85 x EMAC Dragonheart Multi Role Aircraft
7   x P-8 Mermaid Maritime Patrol Aircraft
10 x P-9 Seahorse Maritime Patrol Aircraft/SAR
18 x E-18 Bloodhound Electronic Warfare Aircraft
36 x C-33 Mustang Transport Plane
20 x EMAC C-18 Munduslifter Transport Plane
25 x A-50 Alligator Attack Helicopter
35 x A-33 Voodoo Attack Aircraft
20 x EMAC LifterTransport Helicopter
30 x H-26 Dragonfly Transport Helicopter
40 x EMAC T-18 Dragonling Jet Trainer/ Ground Attack
40 x EMAC T-1 Dragonprop Basic Trainer/ Ground Attack
10 x E-4 Searcher AEWACS Aircraft
10 x Bakkermaya VIP Government aircraft

The Grand Ducal Palace or as it was known to the locals "The Knights Abode" was not really to Hugo's taste, it's bright brickwork annoyed him as he believed it would look far more regal and imposing in grey stone.

He waited patiently at the helipad which sat a little way down the hill, those delegates who arrived at the Edwinstowe airport would be greeted by the leader of the Parliament of Swords, the nationwide democratically elected assembly, a mousey looking man called Harry Monkfield. He welcomed them with the traditional parade of soldiers and then bundled them into a helicopter and flew them to the Palace. Hugo Lascelles was waiting patiently. A pair of golf type buggies waited off to one side but he planned on walking up the short but winding road that lead to the yellow side of the Palace where the talks would take place. He was a little nervous about the meeting and had been pleased by the response. One issue would be the involvement of Heyra, not the whole of Barnacle was under Ardia geographically and even then not all the island was under Heyran control, but he would make their involvement the first order of business having tested the waters with the others. The sound of chopper blades sweeping through the air give a hint of the arrival of the first guest.

To the Council of Albion

With our nation having island homes close to Albion, some mixed in between the islands of Paracambi we wish to apply for membership of this organisation. Our unique position in the world could be of use to the Council as our nation spans two continents, Ardia and Albion. It is our hope this may help both continents by bringing them closer together.

I therefore await the Councils decision with hope.

May The Gods Watch Over You and Albion Know Peace

Grand Duke Hugo Lascelles.

Full Name of Country/Region:THE SIX DUKEDOMS OF BAKKERMAYA
Representative Signing: Grand Duke Hugo Lascelles
First Language: Morelandish
Second Language: English
Additional Languages:

Full Name of Country/Region:THE SIX DUKEDOMS OF BAKKERMAYA
Representative Signing: Grand Duke Hugo Lascelles
First Language: Morelandish
Second Language: English
Additional Languages:

The ceremonial guard known as the Horseman of Jekar are scheduled to undertake their annual pilgrimage to Northfort and East Moreland. The unit which has a direct lineage to the Knights who helped form our nation is responsible for the security of religious sites within the nation as well as undertaking both front line military duties and ceremonial functions. The unit will send 120 Horseman this year, many of them people who have never been to East Moreland before. As usual Brigader Dominic Atkins, the units Commanding Officer will accompany them. The traditional pilgrimage sees the unit visit the Temple of Helus in Northfort before heading to Ostlake to pray at the Temple of Jekar and then making their way to the Gods Forge, a CETO recognised site of global importance, the place where it is believed the first sword was made by Jekar himself. This year 8 of the Horseman will have their Sword Ceremony at the Gods Forge including 23 year old Richard Babbington, the eldest son of the Duke of Rufford, who joined the unit just three weeks ago. "I felt privledged to become a horseman and when the Brigadier agreed that I had done enough in my life to earn my sword I was very excited, he then told me I'd be getting it at the Gods Forge itself and my heart swelled. This is a great honour and I am proud to continue the line of horseman who have done the Gods work."

The unit have also been invited to Northfort Palace marking the first time in over 100 years the King of East Moreland has meet representatives of the unit. It is also the first time in history the Horseman have visited the Palace. A spokesman for the unit said, "While we hold no oath of loyalty to the King of East Moreland this is a man who has in his veins the blood of Raimond Unasson. A man who is a great example to all humans on Mundus and therefore worthy of respect. The King of East Moreland has upheld the Code of Canley throughout his life and as such has shown himself a worthy descendent of Unasson. The Horseman of Jekar are honoured to meet him and look forward to seeing the beautiful Palace."

The Horseman will also visit the Ostlake Military Games for an afternoon. 

Approx 60,000 Sailors

Active Combat Ships

Class	Ships in Service	Armament
Pike Class Attack Submarine	1. Caledfwlch 2. Hywelbane 3. Brightkiller 4. Caliburnus 5. Joyeux 6. Dyrnwyn 7. Vorpal	8 × 21-inch (533 mm) torpedo tubes 14 torpedoes UGM-84 Harpoon integration
Salmon Class Attack Sub	1. Seraph 2. Glorious 3. Cortana 4. Heosphorous 5. Phaesphoros 6. Maellartach 7. Rivan	8x533 mm torpedo tubes(4) subharpoon-capable
Puffin Class Destroyer	1.  Cthrek Goru 2. Sikanda 3. Dragnipur 4. Chance 5. Vengeance 6. Grief	Anti-air missiles: Sea Viper air defence system, with a 48-cell Sylver A50 VLS, for mix of up to 48: Aster 15 missiles (range 1.7–30 km) Aster 30 missiles (range 3–120 km) Anti-ship missiles: 2 × quad Harpoon launchers Guns: 1 × BAE 4.5 inch Mk 8 naval gun 2 × Oerlikon 30 mm guns 2 × Phalanx CIWS 2 × Miniguns 6 × General purpose machine guns 2 x Sea Fury Helicopter
Albatross Class Frigate	1. Snaga 2. Vivamus 3. Verminfate 4. Rapscallion 5. Callandor 6. Heron Mark 7. Graywand 8. Scalpel 9. Rhindon 10. Blackfyre 11. Brightroar 12. Dark Sister 13. Hearteater	1 OTO-Melara 76 mm dual-purpose gun 2 Mauser MLG 27 27 mm autocannons 1 MK. 41 VLS Tactical with 32 cells for 24 SM-2 Block IIIA and 32 RIM-162 ESSM (quad-packs per cell) surface-to-air missiles 2 RAM launchers with 21 surface-to-air/CIWS-missiles each 2 quadruple Harpoon anti-ship missile launchers 2 triple torpedo launchers with EuroTorp MU90 Impact torpedoes 2 x Sea Fury Helicopter
Osprey Class Missile Boat	1. Heartsbane 2. Oathkeeper 3. Lightbringer 4. Lion's Tooth 5. Longclaw 6. Red Rain 7. Widow's Wail 8. Mournblade 9. Ravenbrand 10. Brisingr	8 C-801/802/803 QW class MANPAD missiles 1 ×  KBP AO-18 6-barrel 30 mm gun (AK-630)
Pelican Class Missile Boat	1. Albitr 2. Arvindr 3. Naegling 4. Támerlein 5. Undbitr 6. Vrangr 7. Coinspinner 8. Doomgiver	2-4 × RGM-84 Harpoon SSMs 4 × Gabriel II SSMs 2 × OTO Melara 76 mm naval gun 2 × Oerlikon 20 mm cannon
Longbow Class Gunship	1. Dragonslicer 2. Farslayer 3. Shieldbreaker 4. Sightblinder 5. Soulcutter 6. Wayfinder	1 x Oto Melara 76 mm/62 cal. ; 85 rounds/min to 16 km (8.6 NM) anti-surface; 12 km (6.6 NM) anti-aircraft; 1 x Bofors 40 mm/70. 2 x Rheinmetall Rh202 20mm FIM-92 Stinger portable personal missile launchers
Alucard Class Amphibious Ship	1. Stonecutter 2 .Grayswandir	4 × 30mm DS30M Mk2 guns 3 × Phalanx CIWS 4 × Miniguns 8 × General purpose machine guns 18 x EMAC Lifter
Mhorish Class Tank Landing Ship	1. Werewindle 2. Falchion 3. Tessaiga	1 x Oto Melara 76mm/62 Mod 9 compact 2 x 40mm/L70 Breda-Bofors guns on Type 564 naval mounts 2 x Rheinmetall Rh202 20mm (2 twin)
Dragonfly Hovercraft	23 in service listed as numbers	4 × Strela-3 man-portable air defence missile system launchers, plus 32 anti-personnel missiles 2 × 30 mm AK-630 close in weapon systems with 6,000 rounds each 2 × 140 mm Ogon launchers, 22 rockets each with 132 rockets in total Mines (one set of removable equipment for laying from 20 to 80 mines, depending on their types)
Duke Class Patrol Ship	1. Rain Dragon 2. Biggoron 3. Keyblade 4. Green Destiny 5. Damaskus 6. Elucidator 7. Guilty Thorn 8. Dark Repulser 9. Caliburn 10. Arondight	1 × 76 mm gun Mk M/85 LvSa 2 × 12.7 mm heavy machine gun M/01 LvSa RIM-162 Evolved Sea Sparrow surface-to-air missiles (not fitted with) MU90 Impact ASW-torpedo 1x Sea Fury Helicopter
Duchess Class Mine Vessel	1. Galantine 2. Caladbolg 3. Kanshou 4. Bakuya	1 × 30mm DS30M Mark 2 2 × Miniguns 3 × General purpose machine guns

OOC- Borrowed and edited from Dave


THE CULT OF HELUS (60%)


This religion had a big impact on life in Bakkermaya, it was the early missionaries and members of the faith who carved out the modern nation. As such many common traditions and rituals are shared with East Moreland. The most common form of saying "Hello" in Bakkermaya is "May the Gods Watch over you..." followed by some wish for the person you are greeting.

Cultists believe that in the beginning the Gods created all things, they created a group of people to be caretakers of what they had created. These were known as the Underlords. However the Underlords where blessed with God like powers and rebelled against the Gods in an attempt to form their own world. A massive battle took place in which some Gods were killed, in an attempt to defeat the Underlords the Gods created a second group of caretakers, humans. The humans fought loyally side by side with the Gods and defeated the Underlords. It was at this time that the human called Unasson was deemed to be the bravest and most honourable warrior. He was presented with the God Jekar's sword. Since then all the Kings of East Moreland can trace their bloodline back to Unasson and as such while they have no power in Bakkermaya they still hold a place of respect among the people..

THE PANTHEON OF GODS

The Cult has 8 MAJOR Gods. These are worshipped regularly, unlike the MINOR gods who are worshipped only in specific situations or days of the year.

Helus This is the Chief God. Often referred to as the father of the World. He is believed to be the God who created all things.

Jekar This is the Warrior God. He was the first Legionnaire and stood shoulder to shoulder with Helus. He gave the knowledge of the sword to humans.

Melanar She is the Goddess of Life. It is believed that it was her breath that gave life to the humans Helus had created.

Rolaf He is The God of Death and the Afterlife. It is believed that one day the Underlords may return and Rolaf seeks brave soldiers for the next battle. He has built a Kingdom in which those who have followed the Laws of Canley are allowed entry.

Thiban He is the God of the Skies and Seas. It is believed that he rode a giant Eagle into battle as a result the Eagle is now associated with him. 

Marissa She is the Goddess of Love, Beauty and Health. It is believed that she acted as the healer of the Gods during their battles. She is thought to be the epitome of beauty.

Grasa She is the Goddess of Food and Drink. It is believed that she has the ability to grant great harvests and taught humans the secret of brewing mead and wine.

Frossaj He is the God of Justice. It is believed that after the war was over he presided over the hearings of which humans where to live and die. Is thought to be the wisest of the Gods.

This group of Gods/Goddesses therefore impact many ceremonies throughout the nation.

Weddings are usually presided over by a Priestess of Marissa and involve hands being bound with a scarf made from the participants birth blanket.

Funerals usually involve three parts. First a celebration of the life of the deceased takes place at the local shrine to Melanar, the body is then taken to the Shrine of Frossaj where the family give an account of how well the deceased have followed the Laws of Canley. Finally the body is taken to the Shrine of Rolaf where the body is burnt on a pyre. It is custom that the next of kin stand by the pyre until the flames die down, although this is becoming less popular.

The central part of the faith is the following of the Code of Canley.No-one is sure where the Code of Canley originated from, some say it was given to the people by the Gods, others that King Robert I of East Moreland drew them up in the Alps. Today is has been slightly adapted, it is now accepted that "Man" is readable as "person" and "King" can be substituted with "Queen" , however in Bakkermaya there is a belief this is less important. It also has been formed into a simplified written code has been published known as the Laws of Canley. It is these laws that all citizens must be able to recite in order to earn their sword of honour.

The Laws of Canley

1.It is the duty of every man to protect those who can not protect themselves, even if it costs him his life.
2.Every man must give respect to the Gods at all times.
3.It is the duty of every man to be prepared to defend their nation.
4.Every mans actions must be for the good of the Nation
5.No man must allow his dishonour to stain his families name
6.Every man must honour and obey the King above all others. (In Bakkermaya this part is left out or substituted for Grand Duke)
7.Remember the deeds of our ancestors and add to their greatness.

HELUSAN (30%)

This is an off-shoot of the Cult of Helus and formed in the 1600's as people began to feel more and more distant to East Moreland. They follow the same basic principles of the faith in regards to its origin and pantheon. There are however two main differences. The first is that they believe that the Gods are infact the children of Helus and Marissa therefore these two are venerated above all the other Gods. They also believe that the Underlords were not in fact defeated totally and that they still walk among us in either spirit form, or extremely rarely human form. The Helusan's believe therefore that one must earn a sword and carry it to be prepared for surprise attacks from the Underlords. The Helusan's also believe that the Code of Canley in the form followed by Cultists is a man made code and follow their own slightly different one.

1. It is the duty of all to protect those to unable to protect themselves.
2. Show unquestionable loyalty to your Gods even if it costs you your life.
3. An oath is the most sacred thing you possess.
4. It is the duty of all to prepare the world for battle against the Underlords.
5. No man should dishonour his family name through his deeds.
6. The bloodline of your family is precious and traces back to those who stood against the Darkness.
7. Keep the Gods in every action.

They Helusan's do not recognise the High Priestess of the Cult as their religious leader and instead believe that men and women can be religious leaders. They have appointed a Prophet of Helus as their leader who is elected upon the death of the previous one by those running Temples.

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The nation of Bakkermaya began it's formation in 1140 after the arrival of members of the Cult of Helus arrived on the Horn of Ardia searching for the missing King of East Moreland known as Paul the Explorer. Their search was fruitless however they did establish a settlement on the coast known as Edwinstowe which was named after the King's heir and son Edwin. The search for Paul took his loyal followers from the Cult across the tip of Ardia converting the locals to the faith and attracting a series of Morelander knights keen for adventure. The search for Paul soon took them across the seas to islands in the Alucard which saw a series of naval ports established after rumours of Paul being in Albion sprang up. This search was largely conducted by a group known as the Horseman of Jekar. When it was confirmed Paul had died in 1144 the territory swore an oath of fealty to his son Edwin. However Edwin had recieved the cryptic  message from Paul in a letter which told "of great evil beyond the realms of East Moreland" and that Edwin should "seek not to anger that evil and bring it to the shores of Alba Karinya." Saw these adventurous and missionaries begin to have less and less contact with what they saw as the homeland.

WIth the Code of Canley as a means of ensuring a social hierarchy the new territories formed themselves into a single nation named after Queen Eloise Bakker, the final wife of Paul the Explorer and the lady who had sent many of them off towards this new life. Over the following centuries the nation has remained largely devoted to the Cult of Helus however it has formed some of its own traditions and today the population is split largely into three groups, Cultists (Followers of the Morelander tradition), Helusans (Followers of a less traditional version of the faith) and those following minority religions.

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Population:- 52,094,678
Capital City:- Edwinstowe (Approx 1,250,000)
Currency:- The Shilling
Demonym:- Bakkerite
Languages Morelandish and English
Religion :- 60% Cult of Helus, 30% Helusan, 10% Celtic Christian, 10% Other

GDP per Capita $31,111
Main Exports:-Metal Ores, Agricultural Products, Timber, Processed metals, textiles

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Economic Structure Free market economy with certain industries government owned (Transport / Health / Water etc)

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Government Structure:- Two tier Democracy (Each Dukedom has a council elected by its people. There is then a national upper house. Above this is the Council of Dukes which appoints the Head of State.)
National Elected Body:- Parliament of Swords, 180 members elected using proportional representation.

Current Head of State:- Duke Hugo Lascelles

Can you remove my territory at the next map update. Thanks.