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Neo Nyx Imperium
« on: December 19, 2019, 02:28:11 AM »


Motto:- Through Faith All is Forgiven
National Anthem:- Drunken Whaler (Ode to Necra)

BACKGROUND

The Nyx Imperium is an alliance of three nations; Siross, Asuria, and Erebyx. United by their religion, as the years have passed, the Imperium has come more to resemble a single nation. Nyx is a strange and unique place, its customs and culture unlike anywhere else in Mundus. The Imperium cares little for ethnicities or allegiances of the past, instead its population is organized into Stratums, a caste system. Rules and regulations are strict among the Stratums, but being born to one does not bound you to it for life. Mobility between the classes is possible. The government is organized partially through a combined effort of the Highborn and the Azrul.

Government Type:- Oligarchical Supra-Government / Theocratic Monarchy
Population:-:-  475 Million
Capital City:-  Huska (~1,500)
Demonym:- Nythymn


ECONOMY

Currencies:- Guilders (§) / Imperial Ducat (〆)
Exchange Rate:- §17.3/〆1
GDP:- §13 Trillion
GDP per Capita:- §27,368
Unemployment Rate:- 7%
Main Industries:- Electronics, Consumer Products, Machinery, Arms Industry, Telecommunication Equipment, and Textiles 


PEOPLE

Stratums:- Arisen (<1%), Highborn (<1%), Azrul (3%), Vi (45%), Agni (25%), Jeric (15%), Cainite (10%), Dollic (<1%) 
Languages:- Celestial, High Vir, Low Vir, Hellvic, Nazzethic, Iriror (Women's Script), Chimeric (Lingua Franca)
State Religion:- Necrova 
Average Life Expectancy:- 79


GOVERNMENT

Head of State:- Empress Qi'rrow
Head of Government:- Suzerain Wrex
Name of Legislative Body:- Consecrated Diet
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Re: Neo Nyx Imperium
« Reply #1 on: December 19, 2019, 01:13:40 PM »
CONSECRATED DIET

Breakdown of the 261 Consecrated Diet Seats

The Consecrated Diet is a two house system, although the upper house controls the lower one. These are the Synod and the Assembly, respectively. It is through the Diet that the entirety of the Imperium is govern.

The Synod

The Synod is the upper house of the Consecrated Diet. They call the Diet into session, as well as set the agenda. United, the Synod exerts the same amount of power that the Imperial Bloodline once held. Every position within the Synod is a unique and ancient title with a longstanding tradition.

Positions of the Synod
Ascendant
Emperor/Empress of Erebyx
Suzerain of Erebyx
Vaticinator of Siross
Archdruid of Siross
Matriarch of Asuria
Ionia Maar of Asuria
Harbingers (Temporary Position)

Current Synod
Ascendant Natrax
Empress Qi’rrow
Suzerain Wrex
Vaticinator Vizla
Archdruid Iaxxodril
Matriarch Arre’a
Ionia Maar Velkin

Ascendant
The Ascendant is the religious head of the Nyx. Said to be able to speak directly to Necra, the Goddess of Death. The Ascendant's world is considered to be equivalent to the world of Necra, herself. Because of Nyx' theocratic roots, the Ascendant holds major influence over the Synod. This is despite the fact that the Ascendant has no distinct powers over the government.

Emperor/Empress of Erebyx
The Holder of the Imperial title is the figurehead of the entire Imperium. They serve as the heart of the nation. There are numerous laws and regulations surrounding them- including they can never be seen by an unbeliever or touched by one who isn't purified first. Because of this, Emperors and Empresses often rarely leave their palace and are more involved in statecraft in a ceremonial way. A large portion of the Imperial Bloodline suffers from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD).

Suzerain of Erebyx
The Suzerain goes where the Emperor may not. Sees what the Emperor may not. Does what they Emperor can not. While once the Suzerains served at the discretion of the Imperial Bloodlne, now the Suzerain is the true power. They set the Imperial Agenda, and represent the Emperor's wishes when they are not present. But a series of recent child Emperors have left the Suzerain's to their own devices.

Vaticinator of Siross
The Vaticinator is the head of the Sibyl, an ancient female religious order. Said to be gifted with special eyes by Allsfather, the women are oracles and prophets. The Vaticinator is the only Sibyl that leaves their home. She advises and cautions the Synod, hoping to guide them into a favorable future. But she is strictly forbidden from directly influencing those around her. Instead she offers riddles and cryptic warnings.

Archdruid of Siross
The Archdruid is the head of the Druids, the rulers of Siross. Instead of having his own preserve, like the other Druids, the Archdruid manages disagreements between the preserves. In addition to his role on the Synod. It was the Archdruids that supported the Suzerains rise to dominance. As such, the two offices have a traditional alliance that allows them to maintain control over the Diet.

Matriarch of Asuria
The Matriarch, unlike most of the other Synod members, spends most of her time in Asuria. It is in fact rare for her to be in Erebyx with the Diet. Instead, she is kept up to date on the meetings and issues. She casts her vote from her office. Because of this, she is far more considered with the affairs of her state than any other Synod member.

Ionia Maar of Asuria
It is the Ionia Maar's responsibility to be the Matriarch's connection to the Diet. He is the one that sends her updates and messages. This allows him to filter and heavily influence the Matriarch. Despite this, it is not uncommon for them to disagree on matters. But the Ionia Maar maintains a full seat on the Synod, allowing him to voice his own opinions if this is the case.

Harbingers
The Harbingers are those that are raised to the Synod for one reason or another. The appointment elevates the individual to the Stratum of Arisen, higher then even most of the Synod members. The office of Harbinger lasts for life, but they are no longer members of the Diet when a new Ascendant is crowned. These Harbingers can chose to either live out the rest of their lives in peace, or find some other way to serve the Imperium.

The Assembly

The Assembly is the lower house of the Diet and much larger. This is where the majority of debate and politics takes place. There are numerous titles and positions that belong to the Assembly. During the time of discussion and debate, all members of the Assembly are said to have equal voice. But this is not true when it comes to a vote. Only the members of the Synod cast a full vote, the rest of the Diet only have partial votes, the weight of which varies from title to title.

Assembly Voting Power
FactionSynodErebyxSirossAsuriaThe Black CryptThe Vom ChancelloryJerlicJisu Guard
Total Voting Power718.21917.67.67.64.52.5
Position7 Synod5 Dukes15 Druids8 Commandants3 MagiusChancellorPrime Minister5 Speakers
Voting Power1 of Vote / 7 Votes.6 of Vote / 3 Votes.6 of Vote / 9 Votes.7 of Vote / 5.6 Votes.6 of Vote / 1.8 Votes.7 of Vote / .7 Votes.5 of Vote / .5 Votes.5 of Vote / 2.5 Votes
Position8 Barons30 Governors30 ViscountsShon'jir10 Elders20 Representatives
Voting Power.4 of Vote / 3.2 Votes.2 of Vote / 6 Votes.4 of Vote / 12 Votes.9 of Vote / .9 Votes.2 of Vote / 2 Votes.2 of Vote / 4 Votes
Position40 Counts40 Ministers7 Kesriths9 White Monks
Voting Power.3 of Vote / 12 Votes.1 of Vote / 4 Votes.2 of Vote / 1.4 Votes.3 of Vote / 2.7 Votes
Position9 Black Monks11 Vicars
Voting Power.2 of Vote / 2.7 Votes.2 of Vote / 2.2 Votes
PositionSolitary
Voting Power.8 of Vote / .8 Votes
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Re: Neo Nyx Imperium
« Reply #2 on: December 19, 2019, 06:57:02 PM »
The Stratum System

The Stratum System is a long standing form of rigid and legal class distinction within the Nyx Imperium. Often compared to a caste system, the Stratums are far more strictly enforced the high up the chain one goes. There are eight distinct Stratums, with some internal division within them. Because of this system, the Imperium cares little for the ethnic make up of its population (few statistics on the subject even exist). Instead one's Stratum is the largest determiner in their social life. Marriage also does not directly change the Stratum of an individual, but for example in the case of an Agni marrying a Vi, it can help.

The Arisen
The highest Stratum, the Arisen are easily the smallest. Only Sanctified Avatars, Harbingers, and the Ascendant are Arisen. Meaning it is very possible for the the Ascendant to be the only Arisen within the entire Imperium. Arisen are considered part of the state- they live on state grounds, they contribute no taxes, and they can not be arrested or prosecuted. In a case of extreme heresy, an Arisen is tried by a council of all other Arisen. This is an extremely rare event- instead unruly Arisen are often confided to a sort of house arrest. Arisen are thought to be directly tied to the Gods- often receiving messages and dreams from them. As such, they are extremely influential religious figures. The religious allegiance can be used to exert heavy control over governmental matters.

The Highborn
The Highborn are the nobility of the Imperium. In Siross and Erebyx, these are old and longstanding bloodlines. Even the Imperial Bloodline is part of the Highborn. The longstanding obsession with blood purity means the Highborn are prone to a number of genetic disorders. The Imperial Bloodline is rarely able to produce a healthy and long-lived heir because of this. Despite this, the Highborn rarely agree to marry outside of their Stratum, even to Arisen. Highborn often are major political and military figures and live off their familial wealth. While the Highborn are not above the law, many of their digressions are looked past. In Asuria, this Stratum is not hereditary. It is earned by women when they become Maidens, the highest domestic office in Asuria, excluding the Matriarch. 

The Azrul
The Azrul are those that devote their lives to The Sect of Necra. Often times, Azrul were born to the Agni or the lower Brackets of the Vi. It is strictly forbidden for them to come from the Jeric or the Cainites. Their families for whatever reason chose to give their children to the Crypt. The Crypt takes them in and raises them as their own. They grow up learning history, statecraft, etiquette, and religion. When the Azrul turn 17, they reach adulthood and take a formal position within either the Black Crypt or the Vom Chancery. The vast majority of these positions are as government bureaucrats responsible for the middle management of the Imperium. The Jisu Guard are also considered Azrul, but live and operate separately from the rest of the Stratum.

The Vi
The Vi, or commoners in English, are the middle class equivalent. They are by far the largest Stratum and most diverse. This diversity is mostly focused on economics. There are rich Vi and there are poor Vi and there are the shades in between. The Vi can further be divided into Brackets. The name comes from which tax bracket they belong to.

The Agni
The Agni are the lower class. They often work as unskilled laborers. Agni live in tight knit communities, similar to communes. Children are the responsibility of the everyone, often not knowing their true parentage. The Agni are often viewed through an extreme lens- either as a plague and scapegoat for society or their devotion and selflessness are seen as admirable. While it is quite simple for any Agni to become a Vi- they just have to have a stable job that pays enough, it is much harder in practice. Education is a key factor and most communities can often only afford to educate one or two children within a generation. In addition, when an Agni becomes a Vi, they must renounce their former family and cannot remain part of the community. As such, most Agni in Vi professions keep their Stratum a secret and continue to provide for their communities. One of the most stable and secure jobs for the Agni is military service, after which they are automatically become Vi.

The Jerlic
The Jerlic is less of a unified social class than any other Stratum. The Jerlic are unbelievers, or anyone that lives within the Imperium that doesn't follow the Necrova. Often times, Jerlic are foreigners that live in the Imperium either as diplomats or part of international businesses. Jerlic enjoy most basic rights, with a few stipulations. They have to pay an additional tax every year and are barred from certain holy sites. There parts of the Imperium that cater to the Jerlic- restaurants, theatres and nightlife. These are also hotspots for international tourists.

Although not formally part of the Jerlic, foreign coverts that come to live in the Imperium are known as Jerlass. In addition, the Jisu Guard is sometimes considered part of the Jerlic because they are heretics.

Cainites
The Cainites, or their ancient name; Kilva, are an ethnic group within the Imperium. They have alway remained culturally distinct from the rest of society, leading to them representing their own Stratum. Cainites have a number of cultural rules and rituals that have remained since ancient times when they worshipped the false god, Maal'lik. Cainites are sometimes referred to as the Untouchables due to deep social prejudice. Despite this, Cainites exist at almost all levels of society. Most Cainites wear jewelry that designates their Stratum, but this is a personal choice, not state enforced. Marrying a Cainite is the only marriage that changes ones Stratum. Doing so, one renounces all claims to their formal family and Stratum.

The Cainites also have their own distinct paramilitary force; the Children of Cain. The Children mostly serve as a policing force for Cainite citizen and a miltiary reserve force. While technically the Children are their own distinct military branch, they often defer to the other branches. In addition, Azrul that preach to Cainite congregations have to undergo specialized training and purification.

The Dollic
The Dollic are a historic Stratum. The latest remaining group of Dollic are the Death Dolls, which are a government secret. The Dollic can be simplified to slaves, although it is more complicated than that. Death Dolls are comprised of unwanted children, often orphans and abandoned street babies. From birth they are taught three skills- acting, singing and dance. Once they reach puberty, Dolls undergo a cleansing ritual that removes their souls from their bodies. Because of this, Doll are not considered humans. This is the important factor of all Dollic, while they live as chattel slaves- this is distinctly justified by the removal of their souls. 

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Re: Neo Nyx Imperium
« Reply #3 on: December 24, 2019, 01:57:23 AM »
The Sect of Necra (WIP)

The Sect of Necra, or the Necrova, is an offshoot of the Pantheon of the Hallowed. The Pantheon is a pagan religion based around the worship of 9 Gods. The Sect of Necra is focused around one specific God- Necra the Goddess of Death. The Necrova has an extremely organized and rigid hierarchical structure. At the top is the Ascendant, the one who can speak directly to Necra. The Necrova split from the rest of the Pantheon worshippers because they believe that the events of the Apocalypse have already begun, but Armageddon has not occurred yet. The Four Horseman of the Apocalypse were released from the Heavens and sent to Mundus. But somehow they were stopped. This whole event is unclear, but has thrust Mundus into a strange and twisted place. The followers of Necra worship her because they know that eventually Armageddon will come and all will enter Necra's domain. In a sense, the Necrova is nothing more than an apocalyptic cult. As such, its followers are willing to shed ideology like morality, justice and freedom in service to the Sect, and ultimately the Goddess.

Necrova was able to gain huge populatity outside of the Erebyx, the Hallowed Nation that represents Necra. It spread to two others- Siross and Asuria. Siross was the Hallowed Nation of Vomrdirel, the God of Life. While Asuria was the Hallowed Nation of Bastius, the God of Protection. While Vomridrel and Bastius are still revered, Necra has become the chief pantheon worshipped. It is actually believed that Vomridrel was killed, part of the ever encroaching Apocalypse. It was this religious unity that allowed the fledging Erebyx Imperium last after conquering the other two nations.

The Sect has a couple of arms- there is the Black Crypt, the Vom Chancery, the Jisu Guard and the Death Dolls (Classified). The Black Crypt is the formal traditional religious institution. It is what the priests and monks belong to. The Vom Chancery is an adaptation of the Siross religious structure before the rise of the Necrova. It operates as a lower house to the Black Crypt, and its doctrine is more focused on the God Vomridrel. The Jisu Guard are a minority group that hails from one of the lost Hallowed Nations. They are heretics who worship Jisu, the Goddess of Blood, but are pledged to serve the Black Crypt. They serve as the honor guard of the Sect. The Death Dolls are a secret and covert order of assassins and spies.

The Black Crypt

The Vom Chancellory

State Sponsored Religious Cults

Spoiler: Jisu Guard • show


The Burning Skull, Crest of the Jisu Guard

The Jisu Guard are a strange and complex cult within Nyx. Firstly, they are one of the few groups that distinctly cares about ethnic purity. The Guard all originally hail from the Hallowed Nation of the Goddess Jisu. But they have pledged their loyalty to the Black Crypt long ago. This puts them in an awkward position as they are heretics to their own Goddess, but also heretics to their new homeland. The Guard's ethnic purity takes a form similar to the blood purity of the Highborn. The people of the Guard are referred to similar as the Jisu, named after the Goddess they forsake. Technically speaking, the Jisu belong to the Azrul Stratum, but are also sometimes considered part of the Jerlic.

The Jisu serve as the honor guard to the Black Crypt. In essence they protect honor temples and shrines across the Coalition. They live off the state and are bared from aspects of normal life. Few Jisu ever leave holy grounds in their entire lifetime.


Spoiler: Sibyl • show


The Mask of Stone, Crest of the Sibyl

The Sibyl are an ancient order of women that pledge their lives and purity to the Allsfather. They live outside of society, with few aspects of modern life. They believe by rejecting human society, they forge a deeper connection to the Allsfather. The Sibyl use to be a safe haven for those blessed by Vomridrel with The Sight, or the gift to dream into the future. While the Sibyl have a connection to the Coalition through the position of Vaticinator, they historically have hand their hands in many camps. Often times, the Sibyl have sent a representative to guide various cults and heresies, hoping to gain favor. But they are distinctly protected by ancient law and tradition, meaning they can not be formally punished for transgressions against the state.


Spoiler: Death Dolls • show


The Eye of Nether, Crest of the Death Dolls

CLASSIFIED STATE SECRET
The Death Dolls are the last remaining Dollic group (slaves). The Death Dolls live in cells mostly outside of the Imperium in secret. They often take the form of art collectives, such as Nythymn ballet companies. This is a cover, as the Dolls are extremely skilled covert operators. Dolls are raised from birth learning a combination of dance, acting and music. These skills become extremely important to their militant training later in life. When a Doll reaches puberty, they undergo a ritual that supposedly removes their soul from their physical body. It is at this moment they are considered sub-human and officially take on their status as slaves. After the rituals, Dolls receive their operational skills training. Because of their early arts training, Dolls are extremely adaptable, able to perform and create dynamic disguises, in addition to being extremely nimble, flexible and agile. The Death Dolls have mostly remained a hidden blade, a weapon that could be extremely useful, but has had no need in the last few decades.


Non-State Sponsored Religious Cults

Spoiler: The Cult of Three Mothers • show
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