The Empire of Raveran

The Empire of Raveran (T.E.R or TER), commonly known as Raveran, is a primarily coastal country located in northern Godwana. It is a Federalized Elective Monarchy with 15 Provinces. It has a population of 35 million Raveranians (2020). It controls an area of 489,280.6 sq. km.

The Empire of Raveran "Raveranius Imperius"
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Motto: "Peace,Justice, Morality"
Capital and largest city	Raverania
Official languages	Multiple Codexian Raveranian (modern) Raveranian (traditional)
Ethnic groups (2022)	87% human (67% of which is of Raveranian ethnicity) 10% elves 3% others
Demonym(s)	Raveranian
Government	Federal Elective Monarchy
Legislature	Raveranian Senate Council
Establishment
• Subjugation and start of Oppression of Raveranians by The Holy Empire of Thelianon(HET)	1106
• Further oppression of Raveranians by HET after calls for independence after 200yrs of Oppression	1413
• Thelianonese Emperor is assassinated, resulting in a 7yr old being crowned and weakening HET	1525
• Raveranians begin a massive armed revolt against a weakened HET.	1527
• Holy Empire of Thelianon collapses and Raveranians are free	1598
• Raveranians act as nomads and wander upon the Gondwana continent before finding a small bay	1598-1695
• Raveran is formed in the small bay and the first Emperor is crowned, starting The Empire of Raveran	1706
Area
• Total	489,280.6 sq.
Population
• 2020 (held every 5 years) census	35,000,00
GDP (nominal)	estimate
• Total	$500 billion SHD
• Per capita	$14,286 SHD
Currency	Raver (RAV)
Calling code	+266
Internet TLD	.rav

History

The Raveranians were originally an indigenous group of people that were free until the year 1106 when The Holy Empire of Thelianon (The HET) swiftly conquered them and subjugated them and began to oppress The Raveranians. Although they were exposed to the technology of the modern era, and soon advanced alongside Thelianon after catching up to them thanks to the HET government's interference,The Raveranians had a specific and unique cultural identity that they maintained even whilst oppressed. This resulted in them having ethnic divisions and tension with the Thelianonese and other Ethnic Groups in the Empire. As a result of Raveranian calls for independence in 1413 after more than 200 years of oppression, the Raveranians were hunted down and declared enemies of the state and mistreated even further, having next to no civil rights.

It wouldn't be until 1527 that The Raveranians formed a revolt and began to riot against the government, causing massive uprisings and encouraging other ethnic groups that were oppressed to riot as well. Many ethnic groups rose up against the government as The HET was weakened following an assassination of the Emperor in 1525, resulting in the 7 year old Heir being crowned the new Emperor of Thelianon. Raveranians fought long and hard for their independence before finally managing to be free as The Holy Empire of Thelianon collapsed in 1598.

The Raveranians now simply called themselves 'Raveran' after their homeland and were a nomadic group of people. Raveran wandered the tropical rainforests and tundras of the continent Gondwana before coming upon a small bay. They quickly found an abundance of natural resources in the mountainous regions, food from the rain forests, fertile soul from the water and forest rivers, and lots of natural resources in general. They quickly organized themselves into place, setting up a government and appointing the Raveranian leader as the first Raveranian Emperor.

The Empire of Raveran was then formed and it has expanded province by province afterwards, with the people electing Senators to represent them in The Raveranian Senate Council. The people began to settle into the land and populate, eventually reaching 35 million people in 2020.

Government

Head of State: Emperor/Empress

The Emperor is an elected position who serves for life. The title of Emperor is hereditary as well. However, if an Emperor dies childless or without a legitimate child, an election for the new Emperor is held. During this election, all citizens are required to vote. To run for Emperor, someone needs to be at least 35 years old and have served in a political office for at least 10 years. Additionally, they cannot be convicted of a serious crime and must have been born in the country. The Emperor is called an Empress if a female Raveranian is elected.

The Emperor can be voted out of power via a Vote of No Confidence. The Raveranian Senate Council can host a vote of no confidence if the majority of Senators agree to host it. If Majority vote in favor of No Confidence, the current Emperor is ousted and an election is held.

2nd in Command: Grand Councilor

The Grand Councilor is in charge of the Senate Council and leads its meetings. It is a position that is appointed by the Emperor. They serve terms of 20 years and there is no term limit. The Emperor can remove his Grand Councilor. Additionally, the Senate Council can remove the Grand Councilor by voting by majority in No Confidence after unanimously voting to hold a No Confidence vote.

Legislative Body: Raveranian Senate Council

The Senate Council is Senators appointed by the people every 10 years to represent their provinces. The Senators appoint a council to advise them called The Provincial Council which is charged with voting on laws presented by the Senators for their province they represent. The Senators can serve a maximum of two terms and must be born in the country to run for office. There are 2 senators per province in the Senate Council.

Imperial laws, meaning laws passed by the Imperial government (The Emperor/Empress and his/her advisors), are listed as being above Provincial laws, which are laws passed by Senators and their advisors. Imperial Laws are considered superior in comparison to Provincial laws passed by Senators. The Provincial Laws and Imperial Laws can be overturned by The Imperial Court or The Emperor. Provincial Laws can also be overturned by the Provincial Courts. Provincial Laws can be passed across all provinces as Universal Provincial Laws (still inferior to Imperial Laws but superior to Provincial Laws) if the Senate Council unanimously agrees on a law. Universal Laws can be overturned by The Senate Council, Imperial Court, or Emperor. Additionally, if the majority of the Senate Council votes in favor of a law, it can be passed as an Imperial Law. The passing of laws proposed by The Senate Council as an Imperial Law can be vetoed by The Emperor, as can the passing of a law as a Universal Law.

Political Freedoms

All citizens of The Empire are able to vote for whichever candidate they want. Voting in elections for Senators is not required, however, Emperor Elections are required by law to vote. Those who refuse to vote are imprisoned for <1 year and/or fined up to 1,000 Ravers depending on reason. This excludes people who are hospitalized or disabled. Disabled individuals must be officially exempted by the Government. Additionally, the citizens of The Empire are able to criticize their government and Senators freely without consequence.

Civil Rights

There are excellent civil rights. Civilians are able to choose who they want to marry, are able to divorce, adopt children, and so on. There is no discrimination based on sexuality, skin color, ethnicity, race, country of origin, etc. Freedom of speech is required by law and civilians are generally able to live how they want (as long as it doesn't conflict with Imperial laws or Provincial laws). There are also outstanding rights for workers, those in poverty, and those who are disabled and elderly. There are protections in place for minorities who are oppressed in other countries.

Judicial Rights

Everyone in the Empire is allowed to sue other civilians and have access to divorce, adoption, marriage, and employment courts. Lawyers are hired privately. If an individual is not able to afford a lawyer, one is provided to them sent from the Provincial government to defend them.

Laws vary depending on the Province, but Imperial Laws apply across the Empire. There is a Municipal Court System, which is the courts of the city the crime or lawsuit is taking place, a Provincial Court for each Province, which is utilized if Municipal Courts cannot come to a decision and to vote to overturn Provincial laws, and finally The Imperial Court for the country which votes to overturn Imperial Laws or takes cases that the Provincial Court cannot come to a decision on All overturning of laws can be vetoed by the Emperor.

Personal Rights

There are complete freedoms of religion, self-expression, etc. This includes same-sex marriage, equal opportunities in workplaces, and so on.

Media

There is some state owned media, however, citizens can access media freely and privately owned media outweighs state media

Religion

There is a freedom to Religion completely. Churches can be built of all religions and

Self-Expression

Anyone can express their culture, gender, gender orientation, sexual orientation, or any form of self-identity without legal reprecussion.

Customs

On a Raveranians 16th and 40th birthday, a special celebration is held to commemorate the milestone. There is a dance where each member attending provides a gift and comes with a dancing partner. They perform a pre-planned dance together along with a dance being available for just the Birthday Person and their mate if they have one.

Marriage is traditionally done at age 28

Holidays

The anniversary of the Independence of The Empire is celebrated as is the day of The Birth of The Empire.

Cultural Values

The people of Raveran are very fierce, independent, brave, and caring at the same time.

Family Life

Families typically have 3-5 children and are typically a male and female couple, but there is a significant amount of non-heterosexual couples.

Education

Grades have four levels. There is Basic (ages 5-10), Intermediate (6-8), Advanced (9-12), and College. School is funded by the state up until College level. College's get their income from admission fees, however, student loans do not have interest charged on them and there is an Imperial cap on how much a college can charge.

Citizenship

Citizenship is given by birth or by living in the state for 10 years under a Temporary Citizenship. Temporary Citizens have the same rigts as Citizens but cannot vote in elections

Immigration

Immigration is typically allowed from all countries except nations the country is at war with. There are various background checks done by immigrants before they are legally allowed to enter. They must pass a test showing they know Raveranian languages and cultural values as well as basic history tests about the Empire. Following this, they are given Temporary Citizenship for 10 years before gaining Citizenship fully. Those who commit crimes as Temporary Citizens are potentially deported back to their home country to be tried.

Branches

There is an Army, Navy, Air Force, and Special Forces Brigade.

Service

There is compulsory military service for at least a year after Citizens turn 18. They must also register for a draft at Age 18. Both males and females can enlist. Both males and Females can be drafted as well. Females must wear their hair short just as males are required to.

Government Benefits and Pensions

There are government pensions for those who were in service for at least 5 years and/or were honorably discharged. Those who were dishonorably discharged do not receive pensions. Pensions include better social security, healthcare, discounts on various businesses, and a check for 200 Ravers every month.