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{{Infobox civilization|name=Nara|subheader=|image=Nara_Flag.png|capital_city=[[Shiroyama]] | government_type=Feudal Shogunate|position_title1=Shikken|position_title2=Rensho|position_title4=Daimyo|position_title5=Samurai|position_title6=Komuin|position_title3=Taishō|position_name1=[[SwordMaster7777]]|position_name2=[[Prawny331]]|position_name3=[[BlankestAtlas]]|foundation_date=2nd June 2022|preceded_by={{flag|Far Seas Alliance}}, {{flag|Inferno}}|discord=https://discord.gg/M8etHAEyBB|demonym=Naran|position_name4=[[Bronnakus]], [[Earyx]], [[OreStraya]]||position_name5=[[HPLaptop]], [[dustyrayton2]], [[Hg__80]]||position_name6=[[
'''Nara''' is a nation on [[CivMC]], located in the deep (+,+) on the continent of [[Alenarith]]. The nation is primarily Japanese-themed, though it takes some inspiration from other east Asian cultures.
Nara's territory runs from Lake Biwa in the north to the world border,
==History==
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Within a week of founding, Shiroyama had begun construction in earnest. The house of [[Bronnakus]], Nara's oldest building, was built on 6/4/2022, followed quickly by [[Ukai]]'s house and sheep gauntlet in Noto Point. By the end of the week, Nara hosted a flower shop, wood exchange, multiple houses, and the global headquarters of MofuMofu Wool. Shiroyama, a city built at a reasonable scale and focused on aesthetics, quickly blossomed into an attractive place for foreign visitors and investors. For much of this period, most of the nation operated out of a single small bunker, with resources freely shared between citizens. This was referred to as the ''communism bunker'' by citizens and lasted until the bunker was upgraded in mid July.
Nara's claims went public on the 8th of June<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/v7g06b/official_claims_of_nara/</ref>, spawning the now infamous Chile Admirer copypasta<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/v7g06b/official_claims_of_nara/ibkiafo/</ref>. An unnofficial claim was posted by [[theJmqn]] three days earlier<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/v5noos/civmc_unofficial_and_a_few_other_areas_claims_map/</ref>, though this showed Nara to be much larger than it actually was. Much of this land had been signposted with small claim markers prior to publicizing the entire claim, though at this time the exact shape was unknown internally. Both Dalgon and Nara initially shared claims for the first few days at launch<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/v4hdx3/please_stop_overclaiming_our_territories_ap_joint/</ref>, with many claim signs specifying both Dalgon and Nara.
===The First Month (June 2022)===
The town of Ichinokawa was planned by [[Paragonius]] as the nation's second settlement within the first week, though it was not established until the third week. In that time Shiroyama also was expanding quickly and drawing in new players, as well as advancing through the tech tree with the help of [[Greltam]] and his farms in the Greltam Special Economic Zone (GSEZ), which is located in north Dalgon. Two new Komuin were promoted for their efforts following launch, with [[Ukai]] as the Komuin of Domestic Affairs (which would later be renamed the Komuin of the Interior). [[Dynamiczbee]] was
A rail connection north to Mount Augusta was established as one of the first international rail lines on the server. Running underneath Doom City, the unauthorised line was discovered by Doom when several raiders used the tunnel to bypass border snitches. This served to actually improve the relationship between both nations following negotiations, and the rail line was allowed to stay.
A public factory room was set up in Shiroyama, and then Komuin [[Bronnakus]] continued to encourage settlement and the construction of houses. New parts of the city were seeing growth, and the SpeedyJustice Manor Neighborhood began to take shape at this time with the construction of the eponymous manor.▼
▲A public factory room was set up in Shiroyama, and then Komuin [[Bronnakus]] continued to encourage settlement and the construction of houses. New parts of the city were seeing growth, and the [[SpeedyJustice]] Manor Neighborhood began to take shape at this time with the construction of the eponymous manor.
===The Sack of Shiroyama (July-September 2022)===
The second month of the server did not go as smoothly as the first, though Nara was still flourishing. During this time the Nara Royal Academy of Sciences, an academy with the mission to collect every written book in the world and allow free access to them, as well as the Nara Brewers Guild, were created. The settlements of Kajitsu and Sunatoride sprung up and many new recruits joined the citizenry of Nara.
However, notorious raider [[Vah]] decided to set his set his sights on the continent of Alenarith in this time period. Due to his slippery nature, for quite some time [[Vah]] was able to raid with impunity. However, one fateful day [[Vah]] decided to raid the newly-founded Nara Brewers Guild, burning any materials he could find and killing [[Bronnakus]] several times. With reinforcements inbound, [[Vah]] attempted to escape, chased by [[Bronnakus]] (still armorless and weaponless) and [[Earyx]] (who was in gold prot), when he lagged out and was stuck in the void upon reconnecting<ref>https://youtu.be/pKQ4J81j1lw</ref> due to a client-side issue. Seizing the moment, the duo of buildfriends attacked without mercy and killed [[Vah]]. Despite not being able to pearl him, the kill was not without its benefits, as [[Vah]] lost multiple weapons, potions, tools, and armor pieces, most of which was burnt<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/w90h7d/vah_loses_to_two_naked_buildfriends/</ref> or dropchested far from Nara.
Wanting revenge, [[Vah]] re-geared and made the long trip back to Shiroyama from his bunker in the Fellowship, obbybombing downtown Shiroyama with a stack of IRO<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/w9agx9/notable_pissbaby_vah_dies_to_naked_newfriends_in/</ref> before being chased off. This was easily cleaned up with the help of allies, and peace temporarily returned to Shiroyama once more. For the next short while, due to [[Vah]] being banned, Shiroyama expanded and welcomed the businesses and embassies of many nations. This peace was enjoyed but it was known it was temporary. Upon the end of [[Vah]]'s ban, raids returned intermittently, with several raiders joining the group over the coming weeks, most notably [[Ez2Clutch]], following his pearling and subsequent betrayal of [[Estalia]] upon being released by [[Rhode Island]]. Nara's activity and relative wealth made it an obvious target for attacks, in addition to Vah's historic defeat in Shiroyama. With the assistance of regional allies in the [[Alenarith Forum]], damage to Shiroyama was light. The raiders did successfully kill many Narans, claiming the loot they dropped before running away. This included RezzyDaddy, who was moving house from MTA when he was caught in Dalgon carrying two stacks of diamond blocks<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/wochal/bounty_doesnt_go_up_if_you_steal_all_their/</ref>.
In early August, the province of [[Q'Barra]] was formalised<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/wgurqg/qbarra_naran_exclave/</ref>, with Earyx spearheading the claim and being promoted to Daimyo of the region. This left Nara with two formal provinces, with Bronnakus being promoted to Daimyo in early July. The government also saw some reshuffling, with [[JeyHey]] joining as Komuin of Infrastructure, and [[Greltam]] replacing [[Dynamiczbee]] as Komuin of Agriculture owing to his predecessor's inactivity. JeyHey did not remain as Komuin of Infrastructure for long, replacing Ukai. The Infrastructure position was converted into a citizen-led Infrastructure Committee, consisting of [[Asakuun]], [[HPLaptop]] and [[MythicPatronymic]]. This committee started planning work for a cross-continental rail to the north-west, which started construction and was named the Shiroyama North to Arsenio, Caliphate and Commonwealth (SNACC) line.
=== The Southern Border Kerfuffle (August 2022) ===▼
During August 2022, Naran citizen [[Saren_Solaris]] was searching for bunkers belonging to the raiders harassing Nara and strayed into Gensokyo. He was immediately confronted in DMs by [[Topaz4293]] and was told to leave. Saren chose to /ignore her, but did turn to leave. Enraged at his decision to ignore her and his prior conduct<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/wyni7i/a_response_to_nara_evidence_included/</ref>, Topaz ordered Ferro_Vir and Asumaru to pearl Saren. In the resulting skirmish, Saren dropped both Ferro and Asumaru<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/wv5jzh/two_gensokyo_menace_jumps_me_at_their_border_and/</ref>, securing both pearls. Due to a server bug, Ferro was pearled yet still free, and he returned to the scene to re-gear. Saren re-engaged with him and chased him down to secure the pearl in Tenseimiya. This caused a boiling-over of tensions with Gensokyo<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/wyea10/interim_statement_on_dnagensokyo_relations/</ref>, whom already had grievances against Nara for their perceived failure to temper or otherwise remove Saren for his conduct referring to Asumaru. Gensokyo and later Mount Augusta would leave the Alenarith Forum in protest, and in a discussion mediated by Lowtuff between both nations' leaders failed to agree on terms both parties considered reasonable. Both Saren and Asu were banned, and Gensokyo went on an extended hiatus for several months as a result. Following [[Danzilona]]'s declaration of the territory as a protectorate<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/wzgstn/gensokyo_is_now_a_protectorate_of_the_free/</ref>, Ferro was freed in a attempt to mend relations.▼
▲==== The Southern Border Kerfuffle (August 2022) ====
▲During August 2022, Naran citizen [[Saren_Solaris]] was searching for bunkers belonging to the raiders harassing Nara and strayed into Gensokyo. He was immediately confronted in DMs by [[Topaz4293]] and was told to leave. Saren chose to /ignore her, but did turn to leave. Enraged at his decision to ignore her and his prior conduct<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/wyni7i/a_response_to_nara_evidence_included/</ref>, Topaz ordered Ferro_Vir and Asumaru to pearl Saren. In the resulting skirmish, Saren dropped both Ferro and Asumaru<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/wv5jzh/two_gensokyo_menace_jumps_me_at_their_border_and/</ref>, securing both pearls. Due to a server bug, Ferro was pearled yet still free, and he returned to the scene to re-gear. Saren re-engaged with him and chased him down to secure the pearl in Tenseimiya. This caused a boiling-over of tensions with Gensokyo<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/wyea10/interim_statement_on_dnagensokyo_relations/</ref>, whom already had grievances against Nara for their perceived failure to temper or otherwise remove Saren for his conduct referring to Asumaru. Gensokyo and later Mount Augusta would leave the Alenarith Forum in protest, and in a discussion mediated by Lowtuff between both nations' leaders failed to agree on terms both parties considered reasonable. Both Saren and Asu were banned, and Gensokyo went on an extended hiatus for several months as a result. Following [[Danzilona]]'s declaration of the territory as a protectorate<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/wzgstn/gensokyo_is_now_a_protectorate_of_the_free/</ref>, Ferro was freed in a attempt to
=== The Generic War and its Conclusion (October-November 2022) ===
While Nara was not party to the Generic War, due to the continued raiding of [[Vah]] and [[Ez2Clutch]] (both of which were associated with [[Rhode Island]]), Nara suffered declining activity during the war. There were some minor victories, such as [[BlankestAtlas]] quick-dropping clutch in central Shiroyama, but it was a stressful time in Nara. Great focus was placed on building up defenses in the form of bunker upgrades and traps. In early September, the Rhode Island group (including Clutch) were banned en masse<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/xgskza/clean_sweep/</ref>, meaning Nara was once again at peace. However, the war took it's toll, and burnout set in. Several mainstays of Nara took extended breaks at this point, and the nation appeared to be in decline<ref>https://www.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/z0m9cz/documentary_on_naran_lies/</ref>. Great effort was still expended by the remaining members of government to turn the tide.
=== '''Naran Resurgence (December 2022-June
Due to the efforts of the charismatic newfriend [[BlankestAtlas]], Shiroyama started to see great increases in mega-builds, first the Atlas Palace Library then the Shiroyama Hockey Rink. These buildings made great usage of land and added amenities to the city. They also sparked further development of the city of Shiroyama, as more businesses were attracted to the larger city. Notable meme maker and current Komuin of the Interior mTfUJi began taking on the role of grindfriend at this point, which greatly facilitated economic reinvigoration. As activity begets activity, and due to the changes to force newfriends to spawn in cities with people online, Shiroyama began to be the spawn point for many newfriends, leading to a large slew of newfriend arrivals joining the nation. These newfriends built houses and businesses, and returned life to the streets of Shiroyama. Concurrently, former citizens returned to activity as their school semesters ended, which bolstered the activity of the nation. It was during this time that the village of Yoshiwara was settled in Central Nara, that Q'Barra and Ichinokawa expanded and gained branches of the Nara Library System, and that the Castle Trench was completed.
==== Olympics (March 10-12, 2023) ====
''See Also: [[Nara-Danzilona Olympics]]''
During this time [[BlankestAtlas]] was named the Komuin of Culture and Nara was looking to build a greater relationship with nearby Danzilona, and so the idea of hosting the server's first Olympics was floated around. As it was Winter, the concept emerged as a Winter Olympics, though due to political shenanigans, would not end up being held until the beginning of Spring, in the middle of March 2023. The majority of events were held in Shiroyama Nara, and some new sports facilities, like a Spleef Arena (Sponsored by Doom Delivery) were built to accomodate more event ideas. Other events were held in [[New Swisston]], Danzilona and Venera, Old [[Venne (CivMC)|Venne]]. Nara took home the most medals of any nation in this Olympics, with Hg__80 being the stand-out athlete brining home 4 of Nara's 5 gold medals.
==Geography==
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The Modern Area, which contains the rail station, the casino, and the Hockey Rink. It is built in a much larger, more modern style and is developing in its own right.
Sakura Forest, a
[[File:Bokuso-Chi.png|thumb|A view down one of Old Town Shiroyama's main avenues, Bokuso-Chi Ave.]]
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Q'Barran culture, architecture and lore is a blend of Aztec, the mesoamerican indiginous people, and Argonian, the fantasy lizardfolk race from The Elder Scrolls series. This blend produces a theme of stony but colorful builds, wooden huts overclaimed by vegetation, big step pyramid temples and a magical lore with The Hist Tree as cornerstone.
'''Orakuru'''
Originally designated the Nether Hub of Nara, [[OreStraya]] began developing this region as a modern industrial area. Now Daiymo, [[OreStraya]] continues to merge elements of industrial and urban design in an 1800s era vibrant shopping city.
====Kajitsu ====
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==== Sunatoride====
On July 22, 2022, it was discovered that a trio of newfriends began building a village in an Arabian style on a small beach in central Nara, unaware of the claims.
==== Yoshiwara ====
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==='''Feudal System'''===
Nara is a Feudalist Shogunate led by '''Shikken''' [[SwordMaster7777]], with a government split into three groups in a descending hierarchy of authority.
==== Imperial Court ====
Reporting to the Shikken is his '''Rensho''', [[Prawny331]], the nation's second-in-command. The Komuin [[mTfUJi]] temporarily filled in as Temporary Rensho while Prawny was on vacation<sup>Date Needed</sup>. Also reporting directly to the Shikken is the '''Taishō''' [[BlankestAtlas]], the military leader of Nara. The Taisho is in charge of Nara's militia and samurai, military infrastructure, as well as taking effective command of the nation in time of war. These three leaders form the Imperial Court, which functionally acts as a Triarchy.
==== Daimyo ====
The Daimyo are in charge of a specific region of Nara, and can essentially have complete control over their assigned region (with the exception of military infrastructure), ruling over the land for the Shikken.
There had once been a '''Lord of the Nether''', a position held by [[Tolype_Velleda]]. However, after an altercation with Dalgon, he was stripped of this role. After later leaking brew secrets, he was kicked out of Nara entirely, the only person to have the dishonor of going from Feudal Lord to exile.
==== Komuin ====
The Komuin are the civil servants of Nara, and operate much of the day-to-day requirements of the government. There are four current roles, these being;
* '''Komuin of
Coordinates management of natural resource gathering and farming, as well as all land either reserved for national parks or not currently part of a city/village. Initially held by [[
Handles recruitment, plot assignment, coordination of zoning, and promotion from resident to citizen, works with the population to ensure citizens are happy and having fun. Currently held by [[Bronnakus]]. Several of these responsibilities were merged into [[Bronnakus]]' appointment as Daimyo of Shiroyama.▼
* '''Komuin of
In charge of building various infrastructure projects, including rails, roads, excavation, and assistance in construction of military infrastructure. While originally named as a possible government position, the idea of an Infrastructure Komuin was scrapped in favor of an Infrastructure Committee composed of regular citizens. Before it's dissolution, was headed by [[JeyHey]]. Was later revived as a concept with [[Hg__80]] inheriting the position due to his great success with Naran excavation projects.
▲Coordinates management of natural resource gathering and farming, as well as all land either reserved for national parks or not currently part of a city/village. Initially held by [[dynamiczbeez]], who stepped down in late July to be replaced by [[Greltam]]. In December the position was filled by [[mTfUJi]], following [[Greltam]]'s absence.
*
Responsible for
▲Oversees shop creation and maintenance, promotes Naran business internationally and encourages businesses to open in Nara in coordination with Citizen Management, identifies opportunities for economic cooperation and works with Infrastructure to develop trade routes and ease travel, controls national currency should the need for one arise. Initially held by [[Ukai]], who also stepped down in late July so that [[JeyHey]] could take the position.
*'''Komuin of Citizen Management'''
▲Responsible for organising international sports events (like the hockey league and winter olympics) as well as furthering Nara's unique cultural identity. It is currently held by [[BlankestAtlas]].
▲Handles recruitment, plot assignment, coordination of zoning, and promotion from resident to citizen, works with the population to ensure citizens are happy and having fun. Currently held by
====
▲*'''Komuin of Infrastructure'''
===== Samurai =====
The Samurai are the state sponsored soldiers of Nara, their combat kits being subsidized by the government. They server as the main fighting force of Nara and are the shot-callers in situations where the Taisho isn't present.
===== Shuryo =====
The Shuryo were originally the masters of Nara's various guilds. They were democratically elected by the wider guild membership. The only guild remaining in Nara is the Brewer's Guild helmed by [[Paragonius|Paragonius.]]
===== '''Militia''' =====
The Militia is made up of regular citizens interested in the defense of Nara, including improving their own PVP skills. Players from this group may be promoted to Samurai after passing combat trials.
'''Kazoku'''
A trusted citizen of Nara. They are the backbone of Nara and are the most trusted citizens of the nation.
==='''International Relations'''===
Nara
In November 2022, Nara joined the [[Independent Southern Powers]] as a founding member. In early December 2022, Nara and Danzilona formalised a friendship treaty<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/Danzilona/comments/zategf/signed_and_ratified_nara_treaty/</ref>. The two nations also announced a planned 2023 Winter Olympics<ref>https://old.reddit.com/r/CivMC/comments/zatdt6/winter_tidings/</ref>. After much frustration with the ISP due to some internal policy arguments and incidents which called into question the sovereignty of both Nara and Dalgon, Nara left the ISP in May 2023 after the relationship became unreconcilable.
Nara maintains friendly relations with most of its neighbors, with an active prescence in the [[Alenarith Forum]], and generally remains neutral on the world stage. Shiroyama hosts a consulate for each of the member nations of the Arsenio Pact, and is connected by rail to Danzilona, MTA, Pridelands and the Commonwealth.
As of June 2023, Nara joined the [[Elysian Pact]]. This was a step towards Nara becoming a major power on the server, and solidifying their alliances amist war raging in other parts of the world.
==Culture==
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