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'''Aranthia''', officially known as the '''Kingdom of Aranthia''', is a nation situated in southern [[Aurora]]. It shares borders with six countries: [[Qayam]], [[Great Morstaybishlia]], [[Drakaland]], [[Sarentria]], [[Asilica]], and [[Rosalica]]. The Azure Sea forms the southern boundary of Aranthia. The kingdom comprises eighteen integral counties, encompassing a total land area of [insert land area], with a population of 72.8 million as of January 2024. Aranthia is a [[W:Unitary system|unitary]] [[W:Parliamentary system|parliamentary]] [[W:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], with its capital located in [[Faelarien]], the largest city and the primary cultural and commercial hub of the country. Other significant urban centres include [[Calaquendi]], [[Vanyarion]], [[Eldarion]], [[Eärfalas]], [[Eldalondë]], and [[Aeloria]]. |
'''Aranthia''', officially known as the '''Kingdom of Aranthia''', is a nation situated in southern [[Aurora]]. It shares borders with six countries: [[Qayam]], [[Great Morstaybishlia]], [[Drakaland]], [[Sarentria]], [[Asilica]], and [[Rosalica]]. The Azure Sea forms the southern boundary of Aranthia. The kingdom comprises eighteen integral counties, encompassing a total land area of [insert land area], with a population of 72.8 million as of January 2024. Aranthia is a [[W:Unitary system|unitary]] [[W:Parliamentary system|parliamentary]] [[W:Constitutional monarchy|constitutional monarchy]], with its capital located in [[Faelarien]], the largest city and the primary cultural and commercial hub of the country. Other significant urban centres include [[Calaquendi]], [[Vanyarion]], [[Eldarion]], [[Eärfalas]], [[Eldalondë]], and [[Aeloria]]. |
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Kingdom of Aranthia Tar-Aranthi | |
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 Coat of arms
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Motto: Climeyë Valatëa | |
Anthem: "Olindë" | |
Diplomatic emblem  | |
| Capital and largest city | Faelarien |
| Official languages | Aranthii Staynish |
| Recognised regional languages | Rombewek Axdelian |
| Ethnic groups (2023) | 74.6% Elven 10.6% Human 8.2% Cava 6.6% Other |
| Demonym(s) | Aranthii, Aranthiani |
| Government | Unitary parliamentary Constitutional monarchy |
• Monarch | Aelion III |
| Arianwyn Aerendil | |
| Establishment | 17 July 1821 |
| 1821 | |
| Population | |
• 2021 census | 72,763,748 |
| GDP (nominal) | 2024 estimate |
• Total |  $1.98 trillion |
• Per capita | $27,211 |
| Currency | Lúthil (Ⱡ/LUT) |
| Date format | dd/mm/yyyy |
| Driving side | left |
| Calling code | +88 |
| ISO 3166 code | ARA / AA |
| Internet TLD | .ara |
Aranthia, officially known as the Kingdom of Aranthia, is a nation situated in southern Aurora. It shares borders with six countries: Qayam, Great Morstaybishlia, Drakaland, Sarentria, Asilica, and Rosalica. The Azure Sea forms the southern boundary of Aranthia. The kingdom comprises eighteen integral counties, encompassing a total land area of [insert land area], with a population of 72.8 million as of January 2024. Aranthia is a unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy, with its capital located in Faelarien, the largest city and the primary cultural and commercial hub of the country. Other significant urban centres include Calaquendi, Vanyarion, Eldarion, Eärfalas, Eldalondë, and Aeloria.
The roots of Aranthia trace back to the settlement of Usprian Elves, specifically the Nimlothiens, in ancient times. The subsequent arrival of Yasterian Elves, who sought refuge on the Auroran continent, led to a unique blend of Yasterian-Usprian Elven culture, which is now known as modern Aranthiani. The cultural integration was marked by significant strife, known as the Mithlonde Struggle, where proxy wars between Yasterian and Usprian duchies and communities spanned the Middle Ages into the early 19th century. This period of conflict concluded with the Thalorian Compact of 1821, which unified the duchies into the present-day Kingdom of Aranthia.
Today, Aranthia stands as a beacon of Elven heritage, boasting a rich tapestry of Yasterian and Usprian influences that permeate its art, architecture, and traditions. The kingdom's parliamentary system, embodied in the Ocombë, includes a Senate appointed by the Chancellor and Monarch and an elected Hall of Commons. Faelarien, the capital, is renowned not only as the political heart but also as a cultural and economic center, reflecting Aranthia’s blend of historical legacy and modern innovation. The nation continues to play a pivotal role in regional politics and trade, upholding its legacy as a unified, culturally rich Elven kingdom.
Etymology
The name "Aranthia" is believed to derive from ancient Elven roots, reflecting the rich cultural and historical tapestry of the kingdom. The prefix "Aran-" is an Elvish term meaning "king" or "ruler," indicative of the nation’s regal heritage and its longstanding monarchical traditions. The suffix "-thia" is thought to be derived from "ethia," an ancient word in the Usprian Elvish dialect meaning "land" or "realm." Thus, "Aranthia" can be interpreted as "Land of the King" or "Kingdom."
Historical records suggest that the term was first used during the early consolidation of the Usprian Elven tribes under a single banner, a period marked by the rise of powerful chieftains who later became the first kings. The blending of Yasterian and Usprian cultures further enriched the name’s connotation, as "Aran" in Yasterian Elvish also conveys a sense of nobility and leadership, reinforcing the idea of a unified kingdom under sovereign rule.
Legends tell of Aranthor, a mythic king from early Aranthiani lore, who was said to have unified the disparate Elven tribes through wisdom and valor. This figure likely influenced the adoption of "Aranthia" as the name for the unified realm, symbolizing not only the geographical and political union but also the cultural and spiritual cohesion of its people.
Over time, "Aranthia" became synonymous with the ideals of unity, leadership, and heritage, embodying the essence of the kingdom’s identity. The name persists today as a testament to the enduring legacy of Aranthia’s royal lineage and its rich, intertwined Elven history.
History
Prehistoric
Antiquity (6th century BC - 5th century AD)
Early Middle Ages (500s - late 900s)
High and Late Middle Ages (1000s - mid 1400s)
Aranthii Renaissance (late 1400s - late 1600s)
Final Years of the Mithlonde Struggle (1700s - 1800s)
New Thalorian Aranthia (1821 - 1851)
Early to mid-20th century (1900 - 1950)
1950-present or Modern Aranthia
Geography
Location and borders
Topography, geology and hydrography
Environment
Government and politics
Main article: Politics of Aranthia