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Title: Imperio de la Bahia del Norte (Bahia)
Post by: RobynBahia on January 03, 2023, 05:51:03 PM
(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/1059884372783796336/1059884737092657242/image.png)                   Imperio de la Bahia del Norte

The Empire is a divided entity in many ways. This is largely because of the form its creation took. In the year 856AD traders from ? ? ? ? ? arrived in the region and found a dense forested area. This area was home to many diverse tribes who resided in the forest in small settlements formed in clearings they had made. The traders made a beach-head in what has today become the capital city of Ciudad de la Mar. This small wooden fort became a vital trade port with both the homeland and neighbours. The population swelled and in 980 AD they began opening up other coastal settlements leaving the forest to the natives who by now had a uneasy acceptance of the new arrivals.

The history of the Empire first see's the name Bahia del Norte in 1208 when Emperor Orion the Great declared the land separate from their ancestral homeland and by creating an uneasy alliance with the natives repelled several rebellions and invasions. Once Orion though had seen off these threats he turned on his native friends. In the coming years a religious and physical battle took place to push the natives inland.

Today the natives still live in the forest in areas similar to reservations. There they are left to their own devices and the Empire try and have very little to do with them. They are considered somewhat "uncivilised" still but Bahian's believe they should be left alone more as trying to do anything to integrate them carries a huge economic burden.

Ignoring the native element of the nation the Empire consists of four nations, each ruled by a different member of the Imperial Family.
1. Castromonte
2. Trespaderne
3. Villalázara
4. Rehoyos

Population - 73,274,283 (of which around 3.8million are Native "Forest Dwellers"
Capital City - Ciudad de la Mar (home to around 2.1million people)
GDP per Capita - $31,834
Title: Re: Imperio de la Bahia del Norte (Bahia)
Post by: RobynBahia on January 03, 2023, 07:57:25 PM
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THE IMPERIAL FAMILY

The Empire is currently governed by the De La Rosa family who provide the Emperor and rulers of each of the four countries. They inherited the crown from their cousins the Salinas family in 1844. The Crown passes down through the male line of the family. The government functions on the concept of Imperial Decrees. The Emperor can be overruled if 3/4 of the national leaders oppose it.

The current Emperor is Antonio de la Rosa, stylised as Emperor Antionio III. He became Emperor in 2017.
Title: Re: Imperio de la Bahia del Norte (Bahia)
Post by: RobynBahia on January 03, 2023, 08:32:56 PM
GEOGRAPHY OF THE EMPIRE

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This map shows the general outline of the nation with the four nations that make up the Empire. The green highlighted areas along the South boarder regions are territories largely controlled by Native groups and largely left alone by the Empire. 
Title: Re: Imperio de la Bahia del Norte (Bahia)
Post by: RobynBahia on January 03, 2023, 10:15:38 PM
NATIVES OF THE EMPIRE

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A typical native village

There are many different tribes that live in forested areas that dominate the south of the nation. These tribes once covered the majority of Bahia however settlers pushed them further and further south. This has lead to conflict as some of the tribes that began in the North took land from those in the South. Many of these tribes have not changed their ways of life in the last 800 years or so and live largely agricultural lives.

The largest tribe is the Kaqam people. They are not well liked by the other tribes.

THE KAQAM TRIBE

Originally from the North East the tribe pushed south as the Bahians arrived. They are ruled by a King of their own. They are considered rather warlike by the other tribes. They have approximatley 120,000 members according to estimates. They have a culture based around appeasing the gods of the weather. They do this by carrying out sacrifices, which still occasionally have included human ones in the form of criminals during dire situations. They also believe that the King and his family are a reflection of these Gods. If the royals are not cared for then the weather Gods will not favour the tribe.

There are several rituals that some other tribes and the outside world consider barbaric.

* Each year the King takes a new Queen. This Queen is called the Sky Queen. He may select any unmarried woman from the tribe. She remains Sky Queen for 12 months. If at the end of those 12 months she has either given birth to a child or is pregnant she is considered favoured by the Gods and while giving up her title she remains a wife of the King and is treated as a Queen. Such a Queen takes a new title attached to some other form in nature. Any Sky Queen that has not fulfilled these things is exiled from the tribes land. Should she ever return she is behead.

* When a Princess become of an age to be married an open invitation is made for a suitor. Any male member of the tribe may attend the invite. Over the next three days a series of challenges are set. The first involves bringing back a poisionius snakes skin. The second involves bringing back feather the colour of which is selected that day by the King. Finally the would be husbands must bring back a severed human hand if it is discovered this hand has come from anyone within the tribe the suitor is executed along with his parents. The final selection takes place on the 4th day. If less than 10 suitors have completed all the challenges they all qualify, if more than 10 have then the Princess may select the final 10. On the 4th day the ten suitors form a large circle around a kind of stake. A criminal is selected and tied to the stake by a length of rope. He is then speared in the neck and wherever his body lands determines the successful suitor, the person closest being declared the winner.

*The tribe still practice slavery. They regularly raid other tribes for resources and to maintain their own territory. They take working age men to work for their tribe while they kill all females except those considered beautiful. Those conducting the raid may trade the male slaves however they wish however the King must be given first refusal of the female ones.  While slavery is still practiced it is estimated less than 1,000 exist within the tribe.

The current King of the tribe is King Calfuray IX. He has been in charge of the tribe since 2011.



Title: Re: Imperio de la Bahia del Norte (Bahia)
Post by: RobynBahia on January 03, 2023, 11:16:17 PM
MARISISM
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The largest religion in the Empire is Marisism. It has a pantheon of Gods, many associated with the sea. Maris is the chief diety. The faithful believe In the beginning, there was only chaos and darkness. But from the void emerged Maris, the mighty God of the Oceans. With a mighty roar, he stirred the waters of the great abyss and brought forth light and life. From the depths of the sea, he created the first creatures of the world, and from the waves he formed the lands and the sky.

As the guardian and ruler of the oceans, Maris was all-powerful and all-knowing. He could control the tides and the winds, and could calm or stir the waters as he saw fit. His voice was like the roar of the sea, and his wrath was like a storm. But Maris was also a kind and benevolent deity, and he loved all the creatures of the sea. He watched over them and protected them, and he provided for those who lived and worked on or near the sea.

And so Maris became the most powerful and respected God in the pantheon, revered by all who lived and worked on or near the sea. His power and majesty were unmatched, and all who lived on the earth owed their existence to him. And so it has been from that time until now, as Maris remains the mighty God of the Oceans, ruling over the sea and all who dwell within this world. He is often shown having a human upper half and an octopus as a bottom half.



Oceana was a beautiful and powerful goddess, revered by all who knew her. She was the wife of Maris She was the mighty goddess of the skies, and the mother of the other gods in the pantheon. Oceana was known for her wisdom and her kindness, and was loved by all who knew her. She was also a skilled healer and a wise counsellor, and was often sought out for her advice and her healing touch.

As the goddess of life and fertility, Oceana was deeply connected to the natural world and had the power to bring new life into being. She was also able to communicate with the spirits of the earth and the sky, and was able to call upon their power in times of need. Despite her divine status, Oceana lived among mortals and was greatly admired and respected by all who knew her. She used her powers and her wisdom to protect the people and the earth, and was greatly loved and revered by all who lived on the earth.



Nocturnus is the mysterious and powerful god of the night, revered by all who live and work on Mundus. He is the son of Maris, the mighty Chief God, and Oceana, the beautiful goddess ofthe Skies. From his parents, Nocturnus inherited great strength and wisdom, and was known for his cunning and his stealth.

As the god of the night, Nocturnus had a deep connection to the darkness and was able to control the shadows and the dreams of mortals. He was also able to communicate with the spirits of the night and was able to call upon their power in times of need. Despite his divine status, Nocturnus lived among mortals and was greatly admired and respected by all who knew him. He used his powers and his wisdom to protect the people and the earth, and was greatly loved and revered by all who lived on the earth.

One day, a great disaster struck the land. A horde of monstrous beasts emerged from the shadows, intent on destroying the people and the earth. The people were afraid, but Nocturnus was not afraid. He knew that it was his duty to protect the people and the earth, and so he called upon the power of the night to defeat the beasts.

 Nocturnus summoned the shadows to his side, and together they fought the beasts. The shadows enveloped the monsters, blinding them and choking them, and the people were safe once again. The people praised Nocturnus for his bravery and his wisdom, and from that day on, he was known as the protector of the people and the earth, and was greatly loved and revered by all who lived on the earth.



Sylvana is the Goddess of the Trees and plants. She is the daughter of Maris and Oceana. She has the power to control all plantlife on Mundus. Sylvana is able to touch a sick or injured plant and restore it to health with a gentle touch of her hand. She is able to sense when a plant is in need of help, and is able to use her divine powers to heal it.Sylvana is able to control the growth and the health of all plants. She is able to make a plant grow faster or slower, and is able to control its size and shape. She is also able to make a plant bear fruit or flowers, or to wither and die, depending on her will. She is is able to communicate with the spirits of the earth and the plants, and is able to call upon them for help or guidance. She is able to sense when the spirits are happy or unhappy, and is able to use her powers to bring them joy or peace.



Kael is the God of War. He is the son of Sylvana and Nocturnus and twin sister of Nyla. Kael was a powerful and majestic god, with a strong and muscular build and piercing green eyes. He had long, flowing black hair, which he wore loose and wild, and he was often seen wearing armor of gold and silver, with a sword at his side. Kael was a god of war, with the strength and the courage of a warrior, and he was revered by all who loved battle.

As the god of war, Kael had many powers and abilities. He was able to control the winds and the storms, and was able to create weapons of fire and lightning. He was also able to transform into a powerful beast, with claws and teeth as sharp as knives, and was able to crush his enemies with ease. Kael was also a skilled fighter, with a sword that could cut through anything, and he was able to defeat any enemy that stood in his way.



Nyla is the Goddess of animals. She is the twin sister of Kael and daughter of Sylvana and Nocteruns. She was a gentle and kind goddess, with a soft and caring nature. She had long, flowing red hair, which she wore loose and wild, and she was often seen wearing a dress of flowers and vines. Nyla was a goddess of animals, with a deep love and understanding of all creatures. She was revered by all who loved nature. Nyla had many powers and abilities. She was able to communicate with all animals, and was able to understand their thoughts and their feelings. She was also able to control the growth and the health of all animals, and was able to make a them grow faster or slower, and was able to control its size and shape. Nyla was also able to transform into any animal she chose, and was able to control the movements and the actions of all animals.



Asher is an important demi-God in the faith. He was the son of a mortal woman and Nocturnus, and he was gifted with great strength and wisdom. Asher lived a long and happy life, and he did many great things. He fought against evil and injustice, and he protected the innocent and the weak. He also helped to bring peace and prosperity to the celestial plane, and he was admired and revered by all. But despite his many accomplishments, Asher's life was not meant to last. One day, he was confronted by a powerful and evil demon, who sought to destroy him and conquer the celestial plane. Asher fought bravely against the demon, but he was no match for its strength and its power.Asher knew that he was doomed, and he prepared to meet his fate. But as he faced the demon, he was visited by Maris, who offered him a choice. The god told Asher that he could join him in the celestial plane, and become a powerful and respected god. Or he could stay on earth, and continue to fight against evil and injustice.

Asher knew that he could not turn down the offer, and he accepted Maris' offer. He joined the celestial plane, and became the gatekeeper of heaven, where he guarded the gates and welcomed the souls of the righteous. And as the gatekeeper of heaven, Asher became one of the most powerful and respected gods in the celestial plane, and he continued to protect the innocent and the weak, even in death.



Luna is the daughter of a mortal man and Sylvana. She was beautifl with long, flowing silver hair that shone like the moon's rays. She had delicate features, with a small, upturned nose, full pink lips, and high cheekbones that gave her an ethereal quality. Luna's skin was pale and flawless, like fine porcelain, and her eyes were a bright, piercing blue. Despite her delicate appearance, Luna was tall and slender, with a lithe and agile body that belied her strength and power. She moved with the grace of a dancer, and her every gesture was full of poise and elegance. Luna was always impeccably dressed, with flowing garments that shimmered and shone like the stars.

She had the power to cure all illness and injures with a kiss and humans considered her kind and compassionate. When conflicts broke out she would journey to the place and save as many people as she could if she believed they were deserving of a second chance One day, she was betrayed by a fellow god, who coveted her powers and popularity with humanity as result they sought to destroy her. Luna fought bravely against the traitorous god aided by a group of human soldiers, but they were no match for his strength and his cunning.
As Luna lay dying, she was visited by Maris. The god told Luna that she could join him in the celestial plane, and become a powerful and respected goddess in her own right. Or she could stay on Mundus and continue her work.

Luna knew that she could not turn down the offer, and she accepted the god's offer. But before she joined the celestial plane, Luna made a deal with the great god. They haggled and agreed that she would trade her eyesight for a special gift that would allow her to protect the innocent and the weak, even in death. The great god gave her the power to see into the hearts and minds of all creatures. With this new power, Luna joined the celestial plane, and became the gatekeeper of hell, where she guarded the gates and kept the souls of the wicked locked away. It is believed that when we die we all are taken to hell and Luna uses her power to prevent the innocent from entering the gates.
Title: Re: Imperio de la Bahia del Norte (Bahia)
Post by: RobynBahia on January 06, 2023, 11:03:40 PM
THE CURRENT EMPEROR
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Emperor Antionio III and Empress Valantina

Antonio de la Rosa, stylised as Emperor Antionio III, became Emperor in 2017. Previously he had, as is tradition, been King of Rehoyas.
He was born in 1978, the eldest of four children of Emperor Enrique VI and Empress Rosanna. As the heir to the throne he was given an education designed to prepare him for the future role. In 1996 he was made to join the Air Force by his father and he flew reconessaince aircraft until 2002. In 2002 there was a series of native incursions and incidents among the tribes. It was the responsibility of the Emperor in his role as King of Rehoyas to halt these which he did setting up a series of military outposts to keep the natives contained.

In 2009 his father appointed him as head of the Regal Council giving him a big say on day to day issues within the Empire. In 2015 they announced that his father had been diagnosed with cancer and Antionio would become the regent until his father became well. His father however never recieved the all clear and died in late 2016. Antonio was crowned on the 16th January 2017.

In 1999 the Emperor married Lady Valantina of Vecino, the eldest daughter of Duke Miguel de Vecino. The couple meet during a polo tournament in 1997. They have three children Crown Prince Herminio (born 2001), Prince Héctor (born 2004) and Princess Eliana (born 2007)
Title: Re: Imperio de la Bahia del Norte (Bahia)
Post by: RobynBahia on January 22, 2023, 07:49:08 PM
Fuerza Aérea Imperial
42,800 Airmen
22,781 Reservists

48 x F-17 Abeja (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HAL_Tejas_Mk2) Multi-role Fighter
36 x F-16 Avispa (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/HAL_Tejas) Multi-Role Fighter
5 x E-26 Hormiga (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/DRDO_AEW%26CS) AEWACS
3 x P-14 PezPiedra (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EADS_HC-144_Ocean_Sentry) Maritime Patrol Aircraft
5 x K-13 Orugas (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Boeing_KC-135_Stratotanker) Tanker Aircraft
25 x C-29 Ciempiés (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/EADS_CASA_C-295) Transport Aircraft
20 x C-39 Salamandras (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Embraer_C-390_Millennium) Transport Aircraft
15 x H-72 Tritón (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eurocopter_EC725) Utility Helicopter
25 x H-60 Lunar (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sikorsky_UH-60_Black_Hawk) Utility Helicopter
40 x T-31 Ornitorrinco (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Embraer_EMB_314_Super_Tucano) Basic Trainer / Light Attack Aircraft
30 x T-5 Musaraña (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Northrop_F-5) Advanced Trainer / Light Fighter
6 x U-8 Solenodonte (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/IAI_Heron) UAV
35 x A-7 Escorpión (https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/io_practice/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=305&from_new_topic=1) Ground Attack Aircraft[/quote]
Title: Re: Imperio de la Bahia del Norte (Bahia)
Post by: RobynBahia on February 02, 2023, 09:32:24 PM
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Armada Imperial

41,000 Sailors
17,321 Reservists

5 x Staghorn Class Attack Submarine (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brazilian_submarine_%C3%81lvaro_Alberto)

1. Lima
2. Ambrosio
3. Weber
4. Barros
5. Reston

2 x Elkhorn Class Missile Submarine (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vanguard-class_submarine)

1. Michels
2. Hickmann

1 x Great Star Class (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Type_075_landing_helicopter_dock) Helicopter Carrier

1. Erhardt

5 x Leaf Class (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sejong_the_Great-class_destroyer) Destroyer

1. Teriorrio
2. Finn
3. Trentini
4. Dicker
5. Conterato

5 x Carnation Class (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tamandar%C3%A9-class_frigate) Frigate

1. Cicarelli
2. Sarahyba
3. De Paula
4. Sempreborn
5. Lessa

4 x Sea Whip (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sa%27ar_6-class_corvette) Class Corvette

1. Motta
2. Tavares
3. De Oliveria
4. Albertoni

5 x Fox Class (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Amazonas-class_corvette) Patrol Ship

1. Bundchen
2. Fontana
3. Goulart
4. Ribiero
5. Burkheuer

4 x Sun Class (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ensdorf-class_minesweeper) Mine Sweeper

1. Curtis
2. Gimenez
3. Brunet
4. Bittar

2 x Venus Sea Class (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/H%C3%A4meenmaa-class_minelayer) Mine Layer

1. Weickurt
2. Alves

4 x Bubble Class (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Piratini-class_patrol_boat) Patrol Ship

1. Olsen
2. Zimmermann
3. Mallmann
4. Soldatu
Title: Re: Imperio de la Bahia del Norte (Bahia)
Post by: RobynBahia on February 02, 2023, 09:55:51 PM
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Ejército Imperial

72,000 Soldiers
53,500 Reservists

115 x Abreu MBT (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Stridsvagn_122) Main Battle Tanks
45 x Barra LBT (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kaplan_MT_/_Harimau) Light Battle Tank
80 x Itaituba (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jaguar_2) Anti-Tank Vehicle
200 x Santo (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Freccia_IFV) Infantry Fighting Vehicle
165 x Jatai (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/General_Dynamics_Griffin) Infantry Fighting Vehicle
150 x Iguatu (Project 4) (https://www.fnss.com.tr/en/products/pars-4x4-wheeled-armoured-combat-vehicle-wacv/pars-4x4-photos) Mobility Vehicle
50 x Mairipora (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sayyad_(armoured_fighting_vehicle)) Air Portable Armoured Vehicle
40 x Fazenda (Project 2) (https://www.army-technology.com/projects/dita-155mm-self-propelled-howitzer/) Self Propelled Howitzer
30 x Caierias (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Astros_II) Rocket Artillery
30 x Itacoatiara (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artillery_Gun_Module) Air Portable Self Propelled Howitzer
35 x Breves (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/OTO_Melara_Mod_56) Towed Howitzer
35 x Itanhaem (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/L118_light_gun) Air Portable Howitzer
30 x Itaperuna (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Flakpanzer_Gepard) Mobile Anti Aircraft System
200 x Vilhena (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chivunk) Light Mobility Vehicle
100 x Goncalo (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/P6_ATAV) Air Portable Mobility Vehicle
30 x H-60 Triton (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sikorsky_UH-60_Black_Hawk) Utility Helicopter
30 x Bacabal (Project 1) (https://www.tapatalk.com/groups/io_practice/celtic-military-stuff-t296.html#p593) Attack Helicopter