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'''Norlund''' (/Nɔːrlʊnd/), officially the '''Kingdom of Norlund''', is a sovereign country in the far northwest of the mainland. It is a federal constitutional monarchy, comprised of 8 cantons and ~~two~~ federal territories. The population of Norlund is not ~~centred~~ around any particular administrative division, with its citizens and residents spread across its several cities. Norlund is popularly known for its friendliness toward new players, its direct democracy, and its many culturally diverse Cantons.

'''Norlund''' (/Nɔːrlʊnd/), officially the '''Kingdom of Norlund''', is a sovereign country in the far northwest of the mainland. It is a federal constitutional monarchy, comprised of 8 cantons and 4 federal territories. The population of Norlund is not centered around any particular administrative division, with its citizens and residents spread across its several cities. Norlund is popularly known for its friendliness toward new players, its direct democracy, and its many culturally diverse Cantons.

== History ==

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On CivRealms, Norlund has rarely been a center of attention. Near the start of the server, Norlund was concentrated around its capital, Kannin, which, at the time, was little more than a hamlet. The foundations of the now iconic Kannin Fortress had been laid, and there were only a couple of houses. Rather quickly, however, Norlund industrialized. Factories were built within the fortress, then, later on, public factories came into use for all of Kannin. A general store was created, and bronze and iron tools became a major export. With the introduction of mithril into the economy in late November, early December 2019, things quickly took off thanks to the dedication and cooperation of the early Norlundic players. It was at this time that the first international rail was also built.

Shortly after the infusion of mithril into Norlund, Kannin began to develop from a tiny hamlet to a quaint village, then soon became an urban center focused on the Kannin Peninsula. In addition, agriculture quickly became a hot commodity, with the selling of Carrots becoming a massive export, along with agriculture outposts throughout the nation. It was around this time that the first ~~Municipalities~~ other than Kannin were created, the first being Yoslan ~~under~~ the ~~reign~~ of Prime Minister Assjackets.

Shortly after the infusion of mithril into Norlund, Kannin began to develop from a tiny hamlet to a quaint village, then soon became an urban center focused on the Kannin Peninsula. In addition, agriculture quickly became a hot commodity, with the selling of Carrots becoming a massive export, along with agriculture outposts throughout the nation. It was around this time that the first Cabtibs other than Kannin were created, the first being Yoslan during the administration of Prime Minister Assjackets.

These ~~municipalities~~ were far from the last, however. With the outbreak of COVID-19 in real life, and the resulting quarantine, the population of Norlund, and that of the server as a whole, exploded. The population of Norlund ballooned to around 50 active members across 7 ~~municipalities~~, 2 territories, and 9 towns/cities. Norlund has quickly become a cultural, economic, and population center of the world, and quickly continues to grow.

These cantons were far from the last, however. With the outbreak of COVID-19 in real life, and the resulting quarantine, the population of Norlund, and that of the server as a whole, exploded. The population of Norlund ballooned to around 50 active members across 7 cantons, 2 territories, and 9 towns/cities. Norlund has quickly become a cultural, economic, and population center of the world, and quickly continues to grow.

=== The Talamh Uprising ===

A little while before the founding of Yoslan, in January 2020, the settlement of Talamh was founded by former Wheatistanis. Under a tribal structure, Talamh managed the farms around Lake Vatican, and made a small hamlet for themselves. However, the reason they had migrated to the region was to reclaim what they claimed was their ancient homeland. The citizenry of Talamh began an insurrection, the ~~only~~ case of an active rebellion within Norlund. The uprising was quickly put down, and the tribal inhabitants left for the IWW. In late January, Pope Leobonet founded the Vatican City on the island within the namesake lake, and in Early February, Talamh was refounded as Tallum, and was quickly modernized and converted to Norlish architecture by Knoxmore, who would later become Prime Minister.

A little while before the founding of Yoslan, in January 2020, the settlement of Talamh was founded by former Wheatistanis. Under a tribal structure, Talamh managed the farms around Lake Vatican, and made a small hamlet for themselves. However, the reason they had migrated to the region was to reclaim what they claimed was their ancient homeland. The citizenry of Talamh began an insurrection, the first case of an active rebellion within Norlund. The uprising was quickly put down, and the tribal inhabitants left for the IWW. In late January, Pope, now King, Leobonet founded the Vatican City on the island within the namesake lake, and in Early February, Talamh was refounded as Tallum, and was quickly modernized and converted to Norlish architecture by Knoxmore, who would later become Prime Minister.

=== The Death of the King ===

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=== Constitutional Crisis ===

Over the next month, citizens from all over Norlund worked tirelessly through the Constitutional Assembly to draft a new Constitution for Norlund. On May 18th, 2020 a new Constitution was finally posted to Reddit and the Kingdom of Norlund was reborn again. The new Constitution allowed for the Prime Minister and Federal Council and a new Monarch to be elected, after a period of instability and interregnum. King Shamus I has become the first elected Monarch of Norlund, and the internal situation in Norlund has ~~stabilised~~, but only for a brief period of time.

Over the next month, citizens from all over Norlund worked tirelessly through the Constitutional Assembly to draft a new Constitution for Norlund. On May 18th, 2020 a new Constitution was finally posted to Reddit and the Kingdom of Norlund was reborn again. The new Constitution allowed for the Prime Minister and Federal Council and a new Monarch to be elected, after a period of instability and interregnum. King Shamus I has become the first elected Monarch of Norlund, and the internal situation in Norlund has stabilized, but only for a brief period of time.

=== The King's Crime ===

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=== The Secession of Yoslan ===

On the seventh of July 2020, the Canton of Tawa announced its intentions to secede from Norlund and join Yggdrasil, motivated by a widespread protest aimed against the construction of a wall by Tawa, surrounding the entire Canton's border. Tawa's declaration was soon followed by Yoslan, which has used the situation as an opportunity to gain independence as well. Talks were opened almost immediately, and the Five demands of Tawa were released, all of which were accepted, and Tawa made the decision to remain. Yoslan, however, went through with secession and became an independent state closely tied to Yggdrasil. Friendly relations have been retained between the Kingdom of Norlund and the newly formed Tribal Republic of YosLan, with new infrastructural projects being started between the two nations.

On the seventh of July 2020, the Canton of Tawa announced its intentions to secede from Norlund and join Yggdrasil, motivated by a widespread protest aimed against the construction of a wall by Tawa, surrounding the entire Canton's border. Tawa's declaration was soon followed by Yoslan, which has used the situation as an opportunity to gain independence as well. Talks were opened almost immediately, and the Five demands of Tawa were released, all of which were accepted, and Tawa made the decision to remain. Yoslan, however, went through with secession and became an independent state closely tied to Yggdrasil. Friendly, though sometimes strained relations have been retained between the Kingdom of Norlund and the newly formed Tribal Republic of YosLan, with new infrastructural projects being started between the two nations.

=== The Restoration of Norlund ===

Ever since Terry's death, Norlund's position and reputation have been at a steady decline. The first fully elected government and King have not managed to do anything of note due to the Ansgar Secession happening shortly after their election. The disjointed government that followed only managed to handle the crises at hand, not able to achieve much progress in other fields. Starting with the election of the ~~6th~~ Federal Council, change started to happen once more. The national symbols have been changed to match the spirit of the New Kingdom, the Federal Government has consolidated power within Norlund, old projects have been resumed and many new have been started. On the 7th of June, following Tawa's declaration and the secession of Yoslan, the Kran has been redenominated into the Norlundic Kran, which has brought an improvement in stamina backing and control over its circulation through full accounting. The Constitutional Advisory Board has been called the same day, and has started work on the new and improved Constitution, as well as the harmonisation of the Norlundic legal system.

Ever since Terry's death, Norlund's position and reputation have been at a steady decline. The first fully elected government and King have not managed to do anything of note due to the Ansgar Secession happening shortly after their election. The disjointed government that followed only managed to handle the crises at hand, not able to achieve much progress in other fields. Starting with the election of the 2nd Federal Council, change started to happen once more. The national symbols have been changed to match the spirit of the New Kingdom, the Federal Government has consolidated power within Norlund, old projects have been resumed and many new have been started. On the 7th of June, following Tawa's declaration and the secession of Yoslan, the Kran has been redenominated into the Norlundic Kran, which has brought an improvement in stamina backing and control over its circulation through full accounting. The Constitutional Advisory Board has been called the same day, and has started work on the new and improved Constitution, as well as the harmonisation of the Norlundic legal system.

Amongst the new projects undertaken by the Federal Council was the rearmament of the Norlish Guard, which has received significant amounts of protection IV armour and god swords from donations and cantonal funds raised and precessed by the Federal Council. This has also led to the "Protect our Newfriends" program, granting each Norlish citizen access to free enchanted mithril armour that was deemed unfit for use by the Norlish Guard, but could otherwise be useful in day-to-day use. The Federal Rail and Horse Tunnel project has also been resumed with increased funding and public interest, leading to significant progress for the first time since the Ansgar crisis.

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=== Kingsluund Colonisation Efforts ===

Prior to the release of the expansion islands, the Federal Council ~~has~~ assembled the Norlundic Expeditionary Corps, which were tasked with organising the search for the new continent, as well as establishing Norlundic presence there. The expedition was a great success, with Norlund becoming the first nation to reach the shores of the continent of Kingsluund. Norlund's colonial present was however short-lived due to an invasion which happened only hours later.

Prior to the release of the expansion islands, the Federal Council had assembled the Norlundic Expeditionary Corps, which were tasked with organising the search for the new continent, as well as establishing Norlundic presence there. The expedition was a great success, with Norlund becoming the first nation to reach the shores of the continent of Kingsluund. Norlund's colonial present was however short-lived due to an invasion which happened only hours later.

=== The Invasion of Norlund ===

At 4:30 GMT on the 19th of July 2020, Norlund was invaded by the forces of Blackwater, with backing from Yggdrasil. The Norlish ~~colonisers~~ were ambushed in the freshly set up bunker in the colony, and the mainland was invaded shortly after. According to reports, a few people were pearled, who were solely non-combatants, public utility buildings were damaged, and goods were stolen from homes and communal storage facilities in some Norlundic cities. At 10:00 GMT, the Norlundic Government issued a statement regarding the invasion.

At 4:30 GMT on the 19th of July 2020, Norlund was invaded by the forces of Blackwater, with backing from Yggdrasil. The Norlish colonizers were ambushed in the freshly set up bunker in the colony, and the mainland was invaded shortly after. According to reports, a few people were pearled, who were solely non-combatants, public utility buildings were damaged, and goods were stolen from homes and communal storage facilities in some Norlundic cities. At 10:00 GMT, the Norlundic Government issued a statement regarding the invasion.

https://www.reddit.com/r/CivRealms/comments/hty536/a_note_from_the_norlundic_federal_government/

=== The Events of the Invasion, and the Ceasefire ===

As the day went on, and people from Norlund who hadn't been initially pearled during the events were either waking up or coordinating efforts, resistance against the invaders grew more and more, despite the majority of the nation viewing the events with a pessimistic attitude. With the remaining forces of Norlund grouping up and coordinating efforts to resist, namely the majority of the Federal Council, the remnants of the military/colonization efforts, and the brave efforts of the civilians of Norlund, Blackwater and Yggdrasil began facing increasingly difficult odds, with their PR taking a giant ~~plummit~~ as the international community condemned them for their aggressive actions, but despite this, the ceasefire was not called until the near end of the day of the invasion, because of a few certain actions.

As the day went on, and people from Norlund who hadn't been initially pearled during the events were either waking up or coordinating efforts, resistance against the invaders grew more and more, despite the majority of the nation viewing the events with a pessimistic attitude. With the remaining forces of Norlund grouping up and coordinating efforts to resist, namely the majority of the Federal Council, the remnants of the military/colonization efforts, and the brave efforts of the civilians of Norlund, Blackwater and Yggdrasil began facing increasingly difficult odds, with their PR taking a giant plummet as the international community condemned them for their aggressive actions, but despite this, the ceasefire was not called until the near end of the day of the invasion, because of a few certain actions.

First, was the aggressive actions of Okx, who managed to take on one of the invasion forces top PVPers on a one vs one, and not only managed to temporarily trap them, but was able to continue forward as a one-man army.

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With these combined actions, Blackwater and Yggdrasil agreed to a temporary, 48 hour ceasefire, where the invasion force withdrew, and began unpearling anyone who happened to get in their way, and Norlund began to regroup as negotiations began. At first, it wasn't exactly sure why the invaders had first attacked the islands, and then the mainland (though that just made the outrage even worse), it was soon discovered that Blackwater had been hired by ComradeNick, an Imperial Federation senator and former Norlish citizen, who had wanted Fortuna, Norlund's colony, for the IF, and despite Norlund bargaining for the lands, had hired Blackwater to kick them off. When Norlund refused to take off the claim for Fortuna, some sources say that Blackwater had offered to attack mainland Norlund, with Nick taking the offer, sparking the attack, while others say that ComradeNick, after Norlund refused to surrender the claim, ordered the attack on the mainland, to which Blackwater complied.

Yggdrasil, on the other hand, had merely joined to support their ~~allies, which was~~ Blackwater, with Grave being convinced by Blackwater that Norlund had instigated the attack with placing the bastion on Blackwater land. However, they weren't the only contributors for the invasion force, excepting Blackwater, who had made up the majority of the invasion force, though Yggdrasil did contribute some of their men to the cause.

Yggdrasil, on the other hand, had merely joined to support their ally Blackwater, with Grave being convinced by Blackwater that Norlund had instigated the attack with placing the bastion on Blackwater land. However, they weren't the only contributors for the invasion force, excepting Blackwater, who had made up the majority of the invasion force, though Yggdrasil did contribute some of their men to the cause.

=== Events of the Ceasefire ===

Norlund, was in mass chaos, despite their best attempts to reorganize. Most of the military was scrambling about, trying to re-arm, despite a good majority of their gear being destroyed during the events of the colony attack, and citizens, during the invasion, had fled all over the place, many taking refugee down south, in dangerous journeys that could've easily taken their lives and ~~stuff~~. ~~However, as~~ the ceasefire was called, and the summon for all Norlish citizens to come home was ~~summoned~~, people's views were mostly grim, willing to return and fight for their home, but knowing that the fight wasn't likely to go in their favor.

Norlund, was in mass chaos, despite their best attempts to reorganize. Most of the military was scrambling about, trying to re-arm, despite a good majority of their gear being destroyed during the events of the colony attack, and citizens, during the invasion, had fled all over the place, many taking refugee down south, in dangerous journeys that could've easily taken their lives and items. As the ceasefire was called, and the summon for all Norlish citizens to come home was announced, people's views were mostly grim. They willing to return and fight for their home, but knowing that the fight wasn't likely to go in their favor.

However, despite this grim attitude, most of Norlund participated in gathering resources for the military and federal council, with mass harvests and collection of materials and gear beginning across the nation, and soon, bunkers were full of crops for xp, mainly from the efforts of TheGreatUniter, ArnasZakas, ~~C*ntJesus~~, and many others. During this time as well, propaganda and memes attacking the invasion force, especially Yggdrasil, were posted in the subreddit, not only by Norlish citizens, but also by others in the international community, making it explicitly clear who the community supported, which aided with ~~negioations~~.

However, despite this grim attitude, most of Norlund participated in gathering resources for the military and federal council, with mass harvests and collection of materials and gear beginning across the nation, and soon, bunkers were full of crops for xp, mainly from the efforts of TheGreatUniter, ArnasZakas, CuntJesus, and many others. During this time as well, propaganda and memes attacking the invasion force, especially Yggdrasil, were posted in the subreddit, not only by Norlish citizens, but also by others in the international community, making it explicitly clear who the community supported, which aided with negotiations.

Suffice to say, negotiations were rife with anger and hostility, mainly from the Norlish, who were understandably upset from the action of the two nations. Blackwater maintained their position that they were only hired and taking orders from ComradeNick, which Norlund would reluctantly agree meaning that Blackwater couldn't be punished severely without it being just, but Yggdrasil wasn't able to maintain the same level, having joined in on the invasion from their own volition.

During the negotiations, peace was beginning to be discussed, when GraveKeepersGod, the King of Yggdrasil, and ScubaSteve/ShamelessShamus, both stepped down from their positions of power, allowing the new King, Aeth/Grettir, to take power, alongside his council. While Grave's actions weren't entirely clear, Shamus admitted he had wanted to stop this endless cycle of toxicity between the two nations, noting that during the time spent in Norlund, and the following events like the secession, had, along with others, especially from Norlund's side, started this trend of hatred by the two sides, and knew that him stepping down would be an essential peace to allowing the two sides to begin to heal from one another's wounds. Along with this, he noted that this toxicity had begun to seep into his own life, and has chosen to begin to retire from CivRealms, but not before tying up what loose ends he had left, and seeking forgiveness where he could, and to forgive where he can.

During the negotiations, as peace was beginning to be discussed, when GraveKeepersGod, the King of Yggdrasil, and ScubaSteve/ShamelessShamus, both stepped down from their positions of power, allowing the new King, Aeth/Grettir, to take power, alongside his council. While Grave's actions weren't entirely clear, Shamus admitted he had wanted to stop this endless cycle of toxicity between the two nations, noting that during the time spent in Norlund, and the following events like the secession, had, along with others, especially from Norlund's side, started this trend of hatred by the two sides, and knew that him stepping down would be an essential peace to allowing the two sides to begin to heal from one another's wounds. Along with this, he noted that this toxicity had begun to seep into his own life, and has chosen to begin to retire from CivRealms, but not before tying up what loose ends he had left, and seeking forgiveness where he could, and to forgive where he can.

With this mentality in place, a treaty was drafted between the two sides, with Yggdrasil allowing all territories remaining in Norlund to go back to Norlund, with the caveat that some of the more southern farms, located next to Tallum, be allowed to be public to both sides. Along with this, a vault that had been terrifyingly close to the two nation's borders was rendered useless, foreign snitches and bastions were removed from Norlish territory, and Norlish colonization efforts would be honored by Blackwater, as long as it didn't combat Blackwater's own colonization efforts.

With this mentality in place, a [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AHi545RSonsObhgnZ0TihiBrmsOA9DVTLD-H6O47Yb4/edit treaty] was drafted between the two sides, with Yggdrasil allowing all territories remaining in Norlund to go back to Norlund, with the caveat that some of the more southern farms, located next to Tallum, be allowed to be public to both sides. Along with this, a vault that had been terrifyingly close to the two nation's borders was rendered useless, foreign snitches and bastions were removed from Norlish territory, and Norlish colonization efforts would be honored by Blackwater, as long as it didn't combat Blackwater's own colonization efforts.

(see treaty here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AHi545RSonsObhgnZ0TihiBrmsOA9DVTLD-H6O47Yb4/edit)

With this, the sides agreed to a white peace until the treaty was signed by all parties, and upon this writing, has yet to be accomplished, (mainly because a couple parties are currently away from CivRealms and are unable to sign), but the treaty is unofficially been agreed upon, with both sides reconciling, and even having a coronation ceremony for Grettir and Leobonet in Tallum, where all were welcomed to party alongside them.

However, while the ceasefire was expanded indefinitely until all parties had signed, some controversy came from the treaty, which erupted in the Norlund's discord in their House of Commons, where a citizen argued against the treaty, and accused the Council of violating the House, which was met with backlash not only from the Council, but several other citizens, who protected the Council, especially considering the fact that the Council had both been under great deal of stress at the time, and had informed many citizens beforehand about the treaty. It culminated in a motion to remove Jacob Grox as Prime Minister, which failed unanimously, and then, as the Custodian attempted to put down the hostilities from all parties involved, resulting in the temporary closing of the house of commons, the motion for the removal as Imic from Custodian began as well, which, like the previous motion, failed miserably.

=== Reconciliation ===

Shortly after the white peace granted by the Second Treaty of Kannin, King Grettir of Yggdrasil came forward with a proposition for a new alliance between Norlund and Yggdrasil. Despite initial hesitation from the Federal Council after the Northern War, which some had come to call The Great Backstab, the Federal Council agreed to the treaty, and soonafter, Norlund and Yggdrasil became the first signatories to the Northern Defensive Pact. This pact was tested when, on August 5th 2020, Yggdrasil was called upon to aid Norlund in the War of the Isles. Yggdrasil honorably answered and was immensely helpful in the counterattack against the Isles. Norlund now considers Yggdrasil to be a valuable ally, and is working toward improving ties between the two nations.

=== Recolonization ===

On August 3rd 2020, the SPQR contacted Norlund to inform them of their intent to leave the continent of Kingsluund, and their intent to grant their new world colonies to Norlund in return for tin-mining rights in the mainland. Norlund, grateful and excited at the premise of new colonial endeavors, signed the treaty that formalized the handover and began preparing the Norlundic Expeditionary Corps for a new colonization mission.

However, it soon became apparent that the treaty was not without controversy. The SPQR had decided to leave the new world after controversy between them and the Imperial Federation, a large nation similar to Norlund. In order for the Imperial Federation, or IF, to unpearl SPQR citizens, the SPQR had to leave Kingsluund and hand over the territories to a neutral third party. The IF believed that the territory should go to an existing or new New World nation, so when the SPQR handed the territory over to Norlund, the IF decided to claim over the territory, bastion, and snitch it. However, after international backlash at the seemingly unjustified actions of the IF, the IF backed off and allowed Norlund to continue it's colonization efforts.

On August 6th, 2020, Norlund officially began construction on its first settlement within the new territory of New Kannin. In addition, massive deforestation efforts were began to allow for construction of large scale Cocoa farms. A large recruitment effort in order to foster a lively and healthy community in the new world has begun.

=== The War of the Isle ===

Another small nation, known simply as the Isles, was apparently promised the former SPQR land by the IF. When the IF gave the land back to Norlund, the Isles decided to claim the land for themselves. Norlund, deciding not to back down from their claims, opted to instead demarcate the border between the Isles and the new territory. Unfortunately, Cortwade, who was demarcating the border, ran out of fences, and opted instead to dig a 1-meter deep trench in order to solidify the border ingame. This angered InfinityXerox, who was the leader of the Isles, and, in a surprise move, attacked Cortwade, CuntJesus, and the Minister of Defense Zamoradin. The Battle of the Border, as it came to be known, resulted in heavy casualties for Norlund, and resulted in Cortwade being logboxed, along with Zamoradin and Hitmehn being pearled.

After the battle, Norlund retreated and Okx, a military councilman, was appointed Minister of Defense pro tempore. In addition, Norlund began to bolster its allies, including Yggdrasil, and volunteers from Paradise. In addition, the SPQR and Sesoria publicly denounced the actions of the Isles. As reinforcements arrived, a counterattack was mounted, and, in the Battle of New Kannin, the Isles surrendered unconditionally. In the end, a white peace was signed where the Isles would recognize Norlundic Sovereignty, and Norlund would promise not to interfere with the internal affairs of the Isles.

== Administrative Divisions ==

Norlund is composed of 8 Cantons and 2 Territories. A Canton is defined as an area with a settlement occupied by at least five people. A territory is a swath of land lacking any towns or settlements of significant size, and are largely uninhabited and/or uninhabitable. [[File:Kannin.png|left|thumb|390x390px|Kannin, capital of Norlund, shortly after the founding of Laketown ]]

Norlund is composed of 8 Cantons and 4 Territories. A Canton is defined as an area with a settlement occupied by at least five people. A territory is a swath of land lacking any towns or settlements of significant size, and are largely uninhabited and/or uninhabitable. [[File:Kannin.png|left|thumb|390x390px|Kannin, capital of Norlund, shortly after the founding of Laketown ]]

=== Kannin ===

Kannin is the ~~second~~ largest Canton of Norlund, and by far the oldest. It is currently the capital of Norlund, and has a population of 15 as of the last census. It is known for it's urban landscape, with many shops, factories, and government infrastructure. It is known worldwide for its picturesque views and storied past, and is home to the Kannin Fortress, the seat of government, and a federal district ruled directly by the federal government.

Kannin is the third largest Canton of Norlund, and by far the oldest. It is currently the capital of Norlund, and has a population of 12 as of the last census. It is known for it's urban landscape, with many shops, factories, and government infrastructure. It is known worldwide for its picturesque views and storied past, and is home to the Kannin Fortress, the seat of government, and a federal district ruled directly by the federal government.

==== Kannin Fortress ====

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==== Kannin Peninsula ====

Kannin Peninsula is the core of the Canton of Kannin. Home to the majority of businesses, government buildings, and homes, Kannin Peninsula is an urbanite's dream. It has gone under significant renovation, going from an underdeveloped swath of land with only a couple of dwellings, to a multi-layered city center focused on Odilia Square, where prominent buildings such as the Cathedral of Saint Odilia and the Supreme Court of Norlund are centered around.

[[File:Norlund Map Thing.png|alt=|thumb|Map of the various Norlundic ~~Municipalities~~, Territories, Cities, and Towns.]]

[[File:Norlund Map Thing.png|alt=|thumb|Map of the various Norlundic Cantons, Territories, Cities, and Towns. (Outdated)]]

=== Tawa ===

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=== Veria ===

Veria has a long and storied past, spanning over four years. Founded on Civcraft 3.0 after a merger between the nations of Euthenia and Illyria. It continued on through many civ servers, including Civcraft 3.0, CivEx 3, CivEx First Light and TheRealmsMC. After the outbreak of Coronavirus, Veria decided to mobilize and settle within Norlund as a new municipality. Maintaining a socialist economic system, Veria holds everything in common, and maintains both a representative and direct democracy, with an executive in the form of the Communal Council and a legislature in the form of the Popular Assembly. With a population of 18 as of the last census, Veria is the largest ~~municipality~~ within Norlund~~, and the fastest growing~~. It is now the center of the great Norlundic Rail Boom, with the construction of the Euthenian Grand Central Station beginning on May 4th, 2020.

Veria has a long and storied past, spanning over four years. Founded on Civcraft 3.0 after a merger between the nations of Euthenia and Illyria. It continued on through many civ servers, including Civcraft 3.0, CivEx 3, CivEx First Light and TheRealmsMC. After the outbreak of Coronavirus, Veria decided to mobilize and settle within Norlund as a new municipality. Maintaining a socialist economic system, Veria holds everything in common, and maintains both a representative and direct democracy, with an executive in the form of the Communal Council and a legislature in the form of the Popular Assembly. With a population of 14 as of the last census, Veria is the largest canton within Norlund.. It is now the center of the great Norlundic Rail Boom, with the construction of the Euthenian Grand Central Station beginning on May 4th, 2020.

As of 22 June 2020, due to unfortunate real life events on the part of the Verian railway project's leader Cortwade, Veria's station remains unconnected with the national rail network. As of the 15th of July, the project has once again gained traction and the station, as well as tunnels to most bordering cantons, have been completed.

==== Euthenia ====

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==== Illyria ====

Illyria is, alongside Euthenia, one of the cities which have founded the Commune of Veria over four years ago. It has been settled by A_M_A_Z_E by the northern coast of the Canton, and is planned to be the main port for the Norlundic Expeditionary Corps.

Illyria is, alongside Euthenia, one of the cities which have founded the Commune of Veria over four years ago. It has been settled by A_M_A_Z_E by the northern coast of the Canton, and is planned to be the main port for the Norlundic Expeditionary Corps. Presently undeveloped, soon it will be the official port of call for expeditions into and out of the new world.

==== Luzia ====

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=== Florentia ===

A ~~moderately~~ sized Canton with a population of 6 according to the last census, Florentia is a Christian-Socialist ~~municipality~~. Like Veria, the population holds everything in Common, and has abolished private property. In accordance to the teachings of the Bible, capitalism is the root of Pride and Greed, and socialism is the way to solve those issues. They are friendly and amiable, and are frequently seen discussing laws and current affairs in the Norlund Discord. Presently, there is no significant aboveground settlement within the borders of Florentia, due to their grand goal of eventually building a grand cathedral and holy site. Bill 20, the Bill that created the Constitutional Assembly, was proposed by a Cardinal of Florentia, Ahri, who now ~~represents~~ Florentia in the assembly.

A small sized Canton with a population of 3 according to the last census, Florentia is a Christian-Socialist settlement. Like Veria, the population holds everything in Common, and has abolished private property. In accordance to the teachings of the Bible, capitalism is the root of Pride and Greed, and socialism is the way to solve those issues. They are friendly and amiable, and are frequently seen discussing laws and current affairs in the Norlund Discord. Presently, there is no significant aboveground settlement within the borders of Florentia, due to their grand goal of eventually building a grand cathedral and holy site. Bill 20, the Bill that created the Constitutional Assembly, was proposed by a Cardinal of Florentia, Ahri, who now represented Florentia in the assembly.

=== Tallum and the Vatican City ===

Tallum is the 3rd oldest Canton in Norlund, and boasts a ~~decently sized~~ population of 7 as of the last census. A relatively quaint settlement, Tallum sits on the coast of Lake Vatican, and is known for its lighthouse and verdant farmland. It is a low density settlement, with a large footprint due its homes and places of business. It ~~has~~ a relatively large cathedral near its northern border.

Tallum is the 3rd oldest Canton in Norlund, and boasts a large population of 14 as of the last census. A relatively quaint settlement, Tallum sits on the coast of Lake Vatican, and is known for its lighthouse and verdant farmland. It is a low density settlement, with a large footprint due its homes and places of business. It had a relatively large cathedral near its northern border, prior to the redevelopment of the area.

The Vatican City is apart of Tallum, resting on a island in the middle of the lake, with the majority of the structures being built Leobonet, with varying aid from several other citizens. It sits on the island of Sanctuary within the namesake Vatican Lake, and is known for being a major site for Norlundic Christendom. Headed by Pope Leobonet, the Vatican City the site of significant development. While the full plan for the Vatican has not fully been realized, it's still a site to behold. One of the, what will be, the largest buildings are under construction here: the cathedral of Saint Lucia.

=== Buryatia ===

Buryatia is a Canton located on the western coast of Norlund. It has a population of ~~about 10~~ citizens and is centered around the town of Dubrovnik. Due to its rather isolationist nature in the past, it remains unconnected to major federal infrastructure, but that is a subject to change in the close future.

Buryatia is a Canton located on the western coast of Norlund. It has a population of 3 citizens and is centered around the town of Dubrovnik. Due to its rather isolationist nature in the past, it remains unconnected to major federal infrastructure, but that is a subject to change in the close future.

=== ~~Gwenyth~~ ===

=== Drengrfold ===

Drengrfold is the newest Canton in Norlund. Drengrfold is focused on the settlemenst of Port Lokkarme and Gwenyth. With a population of 4 as of the last census, Drengrfold surpasses several of the stagnant cantons, and is looking to be a new center of development. Formed out of the former territory of Northreach (now Midreach), Drengrfold is isolated from the federal infrastructure network, including rail and road. However, this will change once the rail boom reaches Kannin, where a line will then be routed to Port Lokkarme.

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~~Gwenyth is the newest Canton in Norlund.~~ Shortly after it ~~has~~ acquired cantonal rights due to reaching the population quota, the main settlement of Gwenyth ~~has~~ been abandoned. Its inactivity has raised concern over the low requirements bestowed upon new Cantons, and calls to dissolve it and to return the lands to Northreach Territory have been heard ~~since~~.

=== Territories ===

==== The ~~Western~~ ~~Territories~~ ====

==== The Southwest Territory ====

The Western Territories are the region of Norlund on the west coast that have not yet been fully settled or developed. Despite this, there has been some development, namely the Western Bell Tower, and the Zexenia/Norlund Friendship Bridge. The Western Territories has a mostly cool climate, with Boreal Forest and Mountains dominating the geography, along with Cold Steppe on the southern border with Savagard.

==== The ~~Northreach~~ Territory ====

==== The Midreach Territory ====

The ~~Northreach~~ Territory encompasses the entirety of the northern peninsula. Composed of steep cliffs, tall mountains, and thick glaciers, the ~~Northreach~~ territory is near-uninhabited, and near uninhabitable, as little grows in what little hardy soil there is. Despite this, the settlement of Paris is an exception to the rule. A small commune founded by Rainofpain125, Paris has been a controversial settlement due to their leader's extreme political beliefs. While Paris had now since fallen to disrepair after Rain's departure from Norlund, it has since been in the process of rebuilding under two newfriends MaiNai and MadBaronofUrga, now calling it Port Lohikäärme, or Kärme for short. ~~Other~~ ~~than~~ ~~Paris/Kärme~~, Irithyll Fortress is a major landmark. Nestled between the glaciers, Irithyll is meant to be a fallback point should invasion drive the government out of Kannin. Built by RobM, it has since fallen into disrepair. Now it serves as a monument to the Norlish people, honouring RobM, it is also of importance to the church due to RobM's death in the crusade against the Ez2crew. Irithyll hosts a small church in the center of it.

The Midreach Territory encompasses the entirety of the northern peninsula. Composed of steep cliffs, tall mountains, and thick glaciers, the Midreach territory is near-uninhabited, and near uninhabitable, as little grows in what little hardy soil there is. Despite this, the settlement of Paris is an exception to the rule. A small commune founded by Rainofpain125, Paris has been a controversial settlement due to their leader's extreme political beliefs. While Paris had now since fallen to disrepair after Rain's departure from Norlund, it has since been in the process of rebuilding under two newfriends MaiNai and MadBaronofUrga, now calling it Port Lohikäärme, or Kärme for short. This settlement has since been moved to the Canton of Drengrfold, along with Gwenyth. As a result, Midreach had its name changed from Northreach, in order to more accurately depict its geographic position. In addition, Irithyll Fortress is a major landmark. Nestled between the glaciers, Irithyll is meant to be a fallback point should invasion drive the government out of Kannin. Built by RobM, it has since fallen into disrepair. Now it serves as a monument to the Norlish people, honouring RobM, it is also of importance to the church due to RobM's death in the crusade against the Ez2crew. Irithyll hosts a small church in the center of it.

=== Former Municipalities ===

=== Former Cantons/Municipalities ===

There have, on a couple of occasions, been Cantons that simply failed to take off and fall to ruin and obscurity, or have decided to go their own way. To date, there has been ~~four~~ cantons which have either been dissolved or have seceded from Norlund.

There have, on a couple of occasions, been Cantons that simply failed to take off and fall to ruin and obscurity, or have decided to go their own way. To date, there has been five cantons which have either been dissolved or have seceded from Norlund.

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==== Gwenyth ====

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Shortly after it had acquired cantonal rights due to reaching the population quota, the main settlement of Gwenyth was been abandoned by most of its inhabitants, barring its leader Seldomshock. Its inactivity has raised concern over the low requirements bestowed upon new Cantons, and calls to dissolve it and to return the lands to Northreach/Midreach Territory have been heard frequently. When the July Census showed that it had a population of 1, it was formally dissolved back into Northreach. However, shortly after this, Seldomshock, along with the citizens of Karme, together formed the canton of Drengrfold.

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-'''Norlund''' (/Nɔːrlʊnd/), officially the '''Kingdom of Norlund''', is a sovereign country in the far northwest of the mainland. It is a federal constitutional monarchy, comprised of 8 cantons and two federal territories. The population of Norlund is not centred around any particular administrative division, with its citizens and residents spread across its several cities. Norlund is popularly known for its friendliness toward new players, its direct democracy, and its many culturally diverse Cantons.
+'''Norlund''' (/Nɔːrlʊnd/), officially the '''Kingdom of Norlund''', is a sovereign country in the far northwest of the mainland. It is a federal constitutional monarchy, comprised of 8 cantons and 4 federal territories. The population of Norlund is not centered around any particular administrative division, with its citizens and residents spread across its several cities. Norlund is popularly known for its friendliness toward new players, its direct democracy, and its many culturally diverse Cantons.
 == History ==
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 On CivRealms, Norlund has rarely been a center of attention. Near the start of the server, Norlund was concentrated around its capital, Kannin, which, at the time, was little more than a hamlet. The foundations of the now iconic Kannin Fortress had been laid, and there were only a couple of houses. Rather quickly, however, Norlund industrialized. Factories were built within the fortress, then, later on, public factories came into use for all of Kannin. A general store was created, and bronze and iron tools became a major export. With the introduction of mithril into the economy in late November, early December 2019, things quickly took off thanks to the dedication and cooperation of the early Norlundic players. It was at this time that the first international rail was also built.
-Shortly after the infusion of mithril into Norlund, Kannin began to develop from a tiny hamlet to a quaint village, then soon became an urban center focused on the Kannin Peninsula. In addition, agriculture quickly became a hot commodity, with the selling of Carrots becoming a massive export, along with agriculture outposts throughout the nation. It was around this time that the first Municipalities other than Kannin were created, the first being Yoslan under the reign of Prime Minister Assjackets.
+Shortly after the infusion of mithril into Norlund, Kannin began to develop from a tiny hamlet to a quaint village, then soon became an urban center focused on the Kannin Peninsula. In addition, agriculture quickly became a hot commodity, with the selling of Carrots becoming a massive export, along with agriculture outposts throughout the nation. It was around this time that the first Cabtibs other than Kannin were created, the first being Yoslan during the administration of Prime Minister Assjackets.
-These municipalities were far from the last, however. With the outbreak of COVID-19 in real life, and the resulting quarantine, the population of Norlund, and that of the server as a whole, exploded. The population of Norlund ballooned to around 50 active members across 7 municipalities, 2 territories, and 9 towns/cities. Norlund has quickly become a cultural, economic, and population center of the world, and quickly continues to grow.
+These cantons were far from the last, however. With the outbreak of COVID-19 in real life, and the resulting quarantine, the population of Norlund, and that of the server as a whole, exploded. The population of Norlund ballooned to around 50 active members across 7 cantons, 2 territories, and 9 towns/cities. Norlund has quickly become a cultural, economic, and population center of the world, and quickly continues to grow.
 === The Talamh Uprising ===
-A little while before the founding of Yoslan, in January 2020, the settlement of Talamh was founded by former Wheatistanis. Under a tribal structure, Talamh managed the farms around Lake Vatican, and made a small hamlet for themselves. However, the reason they had migrated to the region was to reclaim what they claimed was their ancient homeland. The citizenry of Talamh began an insurrection, the only case of an active rebellion within Norlund. The uprising was quickly put down, and the tribal inhabitants left for the IWW. In late January, Pope Leobonet founded the Vatican City on the island within the namesake lake, and in Early February, Talamh was refounded as Tallum, and was quickly modernized and converted to Norlish architecture by Knoxmore, who would later become Prime Minister.
+A little while before the founding of Yoslan, in January 2020, the settlement of Talamh was founded by former Wheatistanis. Under a tribal structure, Talamh managed the farms around Lake Vatican, and made a small hamlet for themselves. However, the reason they had migrated to the region was to reclaim what they claimed was their ancient homeland. The citizenry of Talamh began an insurrection, the first case of an active rebellion within Norlund. The uprising was quickly put down, and the tribal inhabitants left for the IWW. In late January, Pope, now King, Leobonet founded the Vatican City on the island within the namesake lake, and in Early February, Talamh was refounded as Tallum, and was quickly modernized and converted to Norlish architecture by Knoxmore, who would later become Prime Minister.
 === The Death of the King ===
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 === Constitutional Crisis ===
-Over the next month, citizens from all over Norlund worked tirelessly through the Constitutional Assembly to draft a new Constitution for Norlund. On May 18th, 2020 a new Constitution was finally posted to Reddit and the Kingdom of Norlund was reborn again. The new Constitution allowed for the Prime Minister and Federal Council and a new Monarch to be elected, after a period of instability and interregnum. King Shamus I has become the first elected Monarch of Norlund, and the internal situation in Norlund has stabilised, but only for a brief period of time.
+Over the next month, citizens from all over Norlund worked tirelessly through the Constitutional Assembly to draft a new Constitution for Norlund. On May 18th, 2020 a new Constitution was finally posted to Reddit and the Kingdom of Norlund was reborn again. The new Constitution allowed for the Prime Minister and Federal Council and a new Monarch to be elected, after a period of instability and interregnum. King Shamus I has become the first elected Monarch of Norlund, and the internal situation in Norlund has stabilized, but only for a brief period of time.
 === The King's Crime ===
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 === The Secession of Yoslan ===
-On the seventh of July 2020, the Canton of Tawa announced its intentions to secede from Norlund and join Yggdrasil, motivated by a widespread protest aimed against the construction of a wall by Tawa, surrounding the entire Canton's border. Tawa's declaration was soon followed by Yoslan, which has used the situation as an opportunity to gain independence as well. Talks were opened almost immediately, and the Five demands of Tawa were released, all of which were accepted, and Tawa made the decision to remain. Yoslan, however, went through with secession and became an independent state closely tied to Yggdrasil. Friendly relations have been retained between the Kingdom of Norlund and the newly formed Tribal Republic of YosLan, with new infrastructural projects being started between the two nations.
+On the seventh of July 2020, the Canton of Tawa announced its intentions to secede from Norlund and join Yggdrasil, motivated by a widespread protest aimed against the construction of a wall by Tawa, surrounding the entire Canton's border. Tawa's declaration was soon followed by Yoslan, which has used the situation as an opportunity to gain independence as well. Talks were opened almost immediately, and the Five demands of Tawa were released, all of which were accepted, and Tawa made the decision to remain. Yoslan, however, went through with secession and became an independent state closely tied to Yggdrasil. Friendly, though sometimes strained relations have been retained between the Kingdom of Norlund and the newly formed Tribal Republic of YosLan, with new infrastructural projects being started between the two nations.
 === The Restoration of Norlund ===
-Ever since Terry's death, Norlund's position and reputation have been at a steady decline. The first fully elected government and King have not managed to do anything of note due to the Ansgar Secession happening shortly after their election. The disjointed government that followed only managed to handle the crises at hand, not able to achieve much progress in other fields. Starting with the election of the 6th Federal Council, change started to happen once more. The national symbols have been changed to match the spirit of the New Kingdom, the Federal Government has consolidated power within Norlund, old projects have been resumed and many new have been started. On the 7th of June, following Tawa's declaration and the secession of Yoslan, the Kran has been redenominated into the Norlundic Kran, which has brought an improvement in stamina backing and control over its circulation through full accounting. The Constitutional Advisory Board has been called the same day, and has started work on the new and improved Constitution, as well as the harmonisation of the Norlundic legal system.
+Ever since Terry's death, Norlund's position and reputation have been at a steady decline. The first fully elected government and King have not managed to do anything of note due to the Ansgar Secession happening shortly after their election. The disjointed government that followed only managed to handle the crises at hand, not able to achieve much progress in other fields. Starting with the election of the 2nd Federal Council, change started to happen once more. The national symbols have been changed to match the spirit of the New Kingdom, the Federal Government has consolidated power within Norlund, old projects have been resumed and many new have been started. On the 7th of June, following Tawa's declaration and the secession of Yoslan, the Kran has been redenominated into the Norlundic Kran, which has brought an improvement in stamina backing and control over its circulation through full accounting. The Constitutional Advisory Board has been called the same day, and has started work on the new and improved Constitution, as well as the harmonisation of the Norlundic legal system.
 Amongst the new projects undertaken by the Federal Council was the rearmament of the Norlish Guard, which has received significant amounts of protection IV armour and god swords from donations and cantonal funds raised and precessed by the Federal Council. This has also led to the "Protect our Newfriends" program, granting each Norlish citizen access to free enchanted mithril armour that was deemed unfit for use by the Norlish Guard, but could otherwise be useful in day-to-day use. The Federal Rail and Horse Tunnel project has also been resumed with increased funding and public interest, leading to significant progress for the first time since the Ansgar crisis.
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 === Kingsluund Colonisation Efforts ===
-Prior to the release of the expansion islands, the Federal Council has assembled the Norlundic Expeditionary Corps, which were tasked with organising the search for the new continent, as well as establishing Norlundic presence there. The expedition was a great success, with Norlund becoming the first nation to reach the shores of the continent of Kingsluund. Norlund's colonial present was however short-lived due to an invasion which happened only hours later.
+Prior to the release of the expansion islands, the Federal Council had assembled the Norlundic Expeditionary Corps, which were tasked with organising the search for the new continent, as well as establishing Norlundic presence there. The expedition was a great success, with Norlund becoming the first nation to reach the shores of the continent of Kingsluund. Norlund's colonial present was however short-lived due to an invasion which happened only hours later.
 === The Invasion of Norlund ===
-At 4:30 GMT on the 19th of July 2020, Norlund was invaded by the forces of Blackwater, with backing from Yggdrasil. The Norlish colonisers were ambushed in the freshly set up bunker in the colony, and the mainland was invaded shortly after. According to reports, a few people were pearled, who were solely non-combatants, public utility buildings were damaged, and goods were stolen from homes and communal storage facilities in some Norlundic cities. At 10:00 GMT, the Norlundic Government issued a statement regarding the invasion.
+At 4:30 GMT on the 19th of July 2020, Norlund was invaded by the forces of Blackwater, with backing from Yggdrasil. The Norlish colonizers were ambushed in the freshly set up bunker in the colony, and the mainland was invaded shortly after. According to reports, a few people were pearled, who were solely non-combatants, public utility buildings were damaged, and goods were stolen from homes and communal storage facilities in some Norlundic cities. At 10:00 GMT, the Norlundic Government issued a statement regarding the invasion.
 https://www.reddit.com/r/CivRealms/comments/hty536/a_note_from_the_norlundic_federal_government/
 === The Events of the Invasion, and the Ceasefire ===
-As the day went on, and people from Norlund who hadn't been initially pearled during the events were either waking up or coordinating efforts, resistance against the invaders grew more and more, despite the majority of the nation viewing the events with a pessimistic attitude. With the remaining forces of Norlund grouping up and coordinating efforts to resist, namely the majority of the Federal Council, the remnants of the military/colonization efforts, and the brave efforts of the civilians of Norlund, Blackwater and Yggdrasil began facing increasingly difficult odds, with their PR taking a giant plummit as the international community condemned them for their aggressive actions, but despite this, the ceasefire was not called until the near end of the day of the invasion, because of a few certain actions.
+As the day went on, and people from Norlund who hadn't been initially pearled during the events were either waking up or coordinating efforts, resistance against the invaders grew more and more, despite the majority of the nation viewing the events with a pessimistic attitude. With the remaining forces of Norlund grouping up and coordinating efforts to resist, namely the majority of the Federal Council, the remnants of the military/colonization efforts, and the brave efforts of the civilians of Norlund, Blackwater and Yggdrasil began facing increasingly difficult odds, with their PR taking a giant plummet as the international community condemned them for their aggressive actions, but despite this, the ceasefire was not called until the near end of the day of the invasion, because of a few certain actions.
 First, was the aggressive actions of Okx, who managed to take on one of the invasion forces top PVPers on a one vs one, and not only managed to temporarily trap them, but was able to continue forward as a one-man army.
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 With these combined actions, Blackwater and Yggdrasil agreed to a temporary, 48 hour ceasefire, where the invasion force withdrew, and began unpearling anyone who happened to get in their way, and Norlund began to regroup as negotiations began. At first, it wasn't exactly sure why the invaders had first attacked the islands, and then the mainland (though that just made the outrage even worse), it was soon discovered that Blackwater had been hired by ComradeNick, an Imperial Federation senator and former Norlish citizen, who had wanted Fortuna, Norlund's colony, for the IF, and despite Norlund bargaining for the lands, had hired Blackwater to kick them off. When Norlund refused to take off the claim for Fortuna, some sources say that Blackwater had offered to attack mainland Norlund, with Nick taking the offer, sparking the attack, while others say that ComradeNick, after Norlund refused to surrender the claim, ordered the attack on the mainland, to which Blackwater complied.
-Yggdrasil, on the other hand, had merely joined to support their allies, which was Blackwater, with Grave being convinced by Blackwater that Norlund had instigated the attack with placing the bastion on Blackwater land. However, they weren't the only contributors for the invasion force, excepting Blackwater, who had made up the majority of the invasion force, though Yggdrasil did contribute some of their men to the cause.
+Yggdrasil, on the other hand, had merely joined to support their ally Blackwater, with Grave being convinced by Blackwater that Norlund had instigated the attack with placing the bastion on Blackwater land. However, they weren't the only contributors for the invasion force, excepting Blackwater, who had made up the majority of the invasion force, though Yggdrasil did contribute some of their men to the cause.
 === Events of the Ceasefire ===
-Norlund, was in mass chaos, despite their best attempts to reorganize. Most of the military was scrambling about, trying to re-arm, despite a good majority of their gear being destroyed during the events of the colony attack, and citizens, during the invasion, had fled all over the place, many taking refugee down south, in dangerous journeys that could've easily taken their lives and stuff. However, as the ceasefire was called, and the summon for all Norlish citizens to come home was summoned, people's views were mostly grim, willing to return and fight for their home, but knowing that the fight wasn't likely to go in their favor.
+Norlund, was in mass chaos, despite their best attempts to reorganize. Most of the military was scrambling about, trying to re-arm, despite a good majority of their gear being destroyed during the events of the colony attack, and citizens, during the invasion, had fled all over the place, many taking refugee down south, in dangerous journeys that could've easily taken their lives and items. As the ceasefire was called, and the summon for all Norlish citizens to come home was announced, people's views were mostly grim. They willing to return and fight for their home, but knowing that the fight wasn't likely to go in their favor.
-However, despite this grim attitude, most of Norlund participated in gathering resources for the military and federal council, with mass harvests and collection of materials and gear beginning across the nation, and soon, bunkers were full of crops for xp, mainly from the efforts of TheGreatUniter, ArnasZakas, C*ntJesus, and many others. During this time as well, propaganda and memes attacking the invasion force, especially Yggdrasil, were posted in the subreddit, not only by Norlish citizens, but also by others in the international community, making it explicitly clear who the community supported, which aided with negioations.
+However, despite this grim attitude, most of Norlund participated in gathering resources for the military and federal council, with mass harvests and collection of materials and gear beginning across the nation, and soon, bunkers were full of crops for xp, mainly from the efforts of TheGreatUniter, ArnasZakas, CuntJesus, and many others. During this time as well, propaganda and memes attacking the invasion force, especially Yggdrasil, were posted in the subreddit, not only by Norlish citizens, but also by others in the international community, making it explicitly clear who the community supported, which aided with negotiations.
 Suffice to say, negotiations were rife with anger and hostility, mainly from the Norlish, who were understandably upset from the action of the two nations. Blackwater maintained their position that they were only hired and taking orders from ComradeNick, which Norlund would reluctantly agree meaning that Blackwater couldn't be punished severely without it being just, but Yggdrasil wasn't able to maintain the same level, having joined in on the invasion from their own volition.
-During the negotiations, peace was beginning to be discussed, when GraveKeepersGod, the King of Yggdrasil, and ScubaSteve/ShamelessShamus, both stepped down from their positions of power, allowing the new King, Aeth/Grettir, to take power, alongside his council. While Grave's actions weren't entirely clear, Shamus admitted he had wanted to stop this endless cycle of toxicity between the two nations, noting that during the time spent in Norlund, and the following events like the secession, had, along with others, especially from Norlund's side, started this trend of hatred by the two sides, and knew that him stepping down would be an essential peace to allowing the two sides to begin to heal from one another's wounds. Along with this, he noted that this toxicity had begun to seep into his own life, and has chosen to begin to retire from CivRealms, but not before tying up what loose ends he had left, and seeking forgiveness where he could, and to forgive where he can.
+During the negotiations, as peace was beginning to be discussed, when GraveKeepersGod, the King of Yggdrasil, and ScubaSteve/ShamelessShamus, both stepped down from their positions of power, allowing the new King, Aeth/Grettir, to take power, alongside his council. While Grave's actions weren't entirely clear, Shamus admitted he had wanted to stop this endless cycle of toxicity between the two nations, noting that during the time spent in Norlund, and the following events like the secession, had, along with others, especially from Norlund's side, started this trend of hatred by the two sides, and knew that him stepping down would be an essential peace to allowing the two sides to begin to heal from one another's wounds. Along with this, he noted that this toxicity had begun to seep into his own life, and has chosen to begin to retire from CivRealms, but not before tying up what loose ends he had left, and seeking forgiveness where he could, and to forgive where he can.
-With this mentality in place, a treaty was drafted between the two sides, with Yggdrasil allowing all territories remaining in Norlund to go back to Norlund, with the caveat that some of the more southern farms, located next to Tallum, be allowed to be public to both sides. Along with this, a vault that had been terrifyingly close to the two nation's borders was rendered useless, foreign snitches and bastions were removed from Norlish territory, and Norlish colonization efforts would be honored by Blackwater, as long as it didn't combat Blackwater's own colonization efforts.
+With this mentality in place, a [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AHi545RSonsObhgnZ0TihiBrmsOA9DVTLD-H6O47Yb4/edit treaty] was drafted between the two sides, with Yggdrasil allowing all territories remaining in Norlund to go back to Norlund, with the caveat that some of the more southern farms, located next to Tallum, be allowed to be public to both sides. Along with this, a vault that had been terrifyingly close to the two nation's borders was rendered useless, foreign snitches and bastions were removed from Norlish territory, and Norlish colonization efforts would be honored by Blackwater, as long as it didn't combat Blackwater's own colonization efforts.
-(see treaty here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1AHi545RSonsObhgnZ0TihiBrmsOA9DVTLD-H6O47Yb4/edit)
 With this, the sides agreed to a white peace until the treaty was signed by all parties, and upon this writing, has yet to be accomplished, (mainly because a couple parties are currently away from CivRealms and are unable to sign), but the treaty is unofficially been agreed upon, with both sides reconciling, and even having a coronation ceremony for Grettir and Leobonet in Tallum, where all were welcomed to party alongside them.
 However, while the ceasefire was expanded indefinitely until all parties had signed, some controversy came from the treaty, which erupted in the Norlund's discord in their House of Commons, where a citizen argued against the treaty, and accused the Council of violating the House, which was met with backlash not only from the Council, but several other citizens, who protected the Council, especially considering the fact that the Council had both been under great deal of stress at the time, and had informed many citizens beforehand about the treaty. It culminated in a motion to remove Jacob Grox as Prime Minister, which failed unanimously, and then, as the Custodian attempted to put down the hostilities from all parties involved, resulting in the temporary closing of the house of commons, the motion for the removal as Imic from Custodian began as well, which, like the previous motion, failed miserably.
+=== Reconciliation ===
+Shortly after the white peace granted by the Second Treaty of Kannin, King Grettir of Yggdrasil came forward with a proposition for a new alliance between Norlund and Yggdrasil. Despite initial hesitation from the Federal Council after the Northern War, which some had come to call The Great Backstab, the Federal Council agreed to the treaty, and soonafter, Norlund and Yggdrasil became the first signatories to the Northern Defensive Pact. This pact was tested when, on August 5th 2020, Yggdrasil was called upon to aid Norlund in the War of the Isles. Yggdrasil honorably answered and was immensely helpful in the counterattack against the Isles. Norlund now considers Yggdrasil to be a valuable ally, and is working toward improving ties between the two nations.
+=== Recolonization ===
+On August 3rd 2020, the SPQR contacted Norlund to inform them of their intent to leave the continent of Kingsluund, and their intent to grant their new world colonies to Norlund in return for tin-mining rights in the mainland. Norlund, grateful and excited at the premise of new colonial endeavors, signed the treaty that formalized the handover and began preparing the Norlundic Expeditionary Corps for a new colonization mission.
+However, it soon became apparent that the treaty was not without controversy. The SPQR had decided to leave the new world after controversy between them and the Imperial Federation, a large nation similar to Norlund. In order for the Imperial Federation, or IF, to unpearl SPQR citizens, the SPQR had to leave Kingsluund and hand over the territories to a neutral third party. The IF believed that the territory should go to an existing or new New World nation, so when the SPQR handed the territory over to Norlund, the IF decided to claim over the territory, bastion, and snitch it. However, after international backlash at the seemingly unjustified actions of the IF, the IF backed off and allowed Norlund to continue it's colonization efforts.
+On August 6th, 2020, Norlund officially began construction on its first settlement within the new territory of New Kannin. In addition, massive deforestation efforts were began to allow for construction of large scale Cocoa farms. A large recruitment effort in order to foster a lively and healthy community in the new world has begun.
+=== The War of the Isle ===
+Another small nation, known simply as the Isles, was apparently promised the former SPQR land by the IF. When the IF gave the land back to Norlund, the Isles decided to claim the land for themselves. Norlund, deciding not to back down from their claims, opted to instead demarcate the border between the Isles and the new territory. Unfortunately, Cortwade, who was demarcating the border, ran out of fences, and opted instead to dig a 1-meter deep trench in order to solidify the border ingame. This angered InfinityXerox, who was the leader of the Isles, and, in a surprise move, attacked Cortwade, CuntJesus, and the Minister of Defense Zamoradin. The Battle of the Border, as it came to be known, resulted in heavy casualties for Norlund, and resulted in Cortwade being logboxed, along with Zamoradin and Hitmehn being pearled.
+After the battle, Norlund retreated and Okx, a military councilman, was appointed Minister of Defense pro tempore. In addition, Norlund began to bolster its allies, including Yggdrasil, and volunteers from Paradise. In addition, the SPQR and Sesoria publicly denounced the actions of the Isles. As reinforcements arrived, a counterattack was mounted, and, in the Battle of New Kannin, the Isles surrendered unconditionally. In the end, a white peace was signed where the Isles would recognize Norlundic Sovereignty, and Norlund would promise not to interfere with the internal affairs of the Isles.
 == Administrative Divisions ==
-Norlund is composed of 8 Cantons and 2 Territories. A Canton is defined as an area with a settlement occupied by at least five people. A territory is a swath of land lacking any towns or settlements of significant size, and are largely uninhabited and/or uninhabitable. [[File:Kannin.png|left|thumb|390x390px|Kannin, capital of Norlund, shortly after the founding of Laketown ]]
+Norlund is composed of 8 Cantons and 4 Territories. A Canton is defined as an area with a settlement occupied by at least five people. A territory is a swath of land lacking any towns or settlements of significant size, and are largely uninhabited and/or uninhabitable. [[File:Kannin.png|left|thumb|390x390px|Kannin, capital of Norlund, shortly after the founding of Laketown ]]
 === Kannin ===
-Kannin is the second largest Canton of Norlund, and by far the oldest. It is currently the capital of Norlund, and has a population of 15 as of the last census. It is known for it's urban landscape, with many shops, factories, and government infrastructure. It is known worldwide for its picturesque views and storied past, and is home to the Kannin Fortress, the seat of government, and a federal district ruled directly by the federal government.
+Kannin is the third largest Canton of Norlund, and by far the oldest. It is currently the capital of Norlund, and has a population of 12 as of the last census. It is known for it's urban landscape, with many shops, factories, and government infrastructure. It is known worldwide for its picturesque views and storied past, and is home to the Kannin Fortress, the seat of government, and a federal district ruled directly by the federal government.
 ==== Kannin Fortress ====
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 ==== Kannin Peninsula ====
 Kannin Peninsula is the core of the Canton of Kannin. Home to the majority of businesses, government buildings, and homes, Kannin Peninsula is an urbanite's dream. It has gone under significant renovation, going from an underdeveloped swath of land with only a couple of dwellings, to a multi-layered city center focused on Odilia Square, where prominent buildings such as the Cathedral of Saint Odilia and the Supreme Court of Norlund are centered around.
-[[File:Norlund Map Thing.png|alt=|thumb|Map of the various Norlundic Municipalities, Territories, Cities, and Towns.]]
+[[File:Norlund Map Thing.png|alt=|thumb|Map of the various Norlundic Cantons, Territories, Cities, and Towns. (Outdated)]]
 === Tawa ===
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 === Veria ===
-Veria has a long and storied past, spanning over four years. Founded on Civcraft 3.0 after a merger between the nations of Euthenia and Illyria. It continued on through many civ servers, including Civcraft 3.0, CivEx 3, CivEx First Light and TheRealmsMC. After the outbreak of Coronavirus, Veria decided to mobilize and settle within Norlund as a new municipality. Maintaining a socialist economic system, Veria holds everything in common, and maintains both a representative and direct democracy, with an executive in the form of the Communal Council and a legislature in the form of the Popular Assembly. With a population of 18 as of the last census, Veria is the largest municipality within Norlund, and the fastest growing. It is now the center of the great Norlundic Rail Boom, with the construction of the Euthenian Grand Central Station beginning on May 4th, 2020.
+Veria has a long and storied past, spanning over four years. Founded on Civcraft 3.0 after a merger between the nations of Euthenia and Illyria. It continued on through many civ servers, including Civcraft 3.0, CivEx 3, CivEx First Light and TheRealmsMC. After the outbreak of Coronavirus, Veria decided to mobilize and settle within Norlund as a new municipality. Maintaining a socialist economic system, Veria holds everything in common, and maintains both a representative and direct democracy, with an executive in the form of the Communal Council and a legislature in the form of the Popular Assembly. With a population of 14 as of the last census, Veria is the largest canton within Norlund.. It is now the center of the great Norlundic Rail Boom, with the construction of the Euthenian Grand Central Station beginning on May 4th, 2020.
-As of 22 June 2020, due to unfortunate real life events on the part of the Verian railway project's leader Cortwade, Veria's station remains unconnected with the national rail network. As of the 15th of July, the project has once again gained traction and the station, as well as tunnels to most bordering cantons, have been completed.
 ==== Euthenia ====
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 ==== Illyria ====
-Illyria is, alongside Euthenia, one of the cities which have founded the Commune of Veria over four years ago. It has been settled by A_M_A_Z_E by the northern coast of the Canton, and is planned to be the main port for the Norlundic Expeditionary Corps.
+Illyria is, alongside Euthenia, one of the cities which have founded the Commune of Veria over four years ago. It has been settled by A_M_A_Z_E by the northern coast of the Canton, and is planned to be the main port for the Norlundic Expeditionary Corps. Presently undeveloped, soon it will be the official port of call for expeditions into and out of the new world.
 ==== Luzia ====
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 === Florentia ===
-A moderately sized Canton with a population of 6 according to the last census, Florentia is a Christian-Socialist municipality. Like Veria, the population holds everything in Common, and has abolished private property. In accordance to the teachings of the Bible, capitalism is the root of Pride and Greed, and socialism is the way to solve those issues. They are friendly and amiable, and are frequently seen discussing laws and current affairs in the Norlund Discord. Presently, there is no significant aboveground settlement within the borders of Florentia, due to their grand goal of eventually building a grand cathedral and holy site. Bill 20, the Bill that created the Constitutional Assembly, was proposed by a Cardinal of Florentia, Ahri, who now represents Florentia in the assembly.
+A small sized Canton with a population of 3 according to the last census, Florentia is a Christian-Socialist settlement. Like Veria, the population holds everything in Common, and has abolished private property. In accordance to the teachings of the Bible, capitalism is the root of Pride and Greed, and socialism is the way to solve those issues. They are friendly and amiable, and are frequently seen discussing laws and current affairs in the Norlund Discord. Presently, there is no significant aboveground settlement within the borders of Florentia, due to their grand goal of eventually building a grand cathedral and holy site. Bill 20, the Bill that created the Constitutional Assembly, was proposed by a Cardinal of Florentia, Ahri, who now represented Florentia in the assembly.
 === Tallum and the Vatican City ===
-Tallum is the 3rd oldest Canton in Norlund, and boasts a decently sized population of 7 as of the last census. A relatively quaint settlement, Tallum sits on the coast of Lake Vatican, and is known for its lighthouse and verdant farmland. It is a low density settlement, with a large footprint due its homes and places of business. It has a relatively large cathedral near its northern border.
+Tallum is the 3rd oldest Canton in Norlund, and boasts a large population of 14 as of the last census. A relatively quaint settlement, Tallum sits on the coast of Lake Vatican, and is known for its lighthouse and verdant farmland. It is a low density settlement, with a large footprint due its homes and places of business. It had a relatively large cathedral near its northern border, prior to the redevelopment of the area.
 The Vatican City is apart of Tallum, resting on a island in the middle of the lake, with the majority of the structures being built Leobonet, with varying aid from several other citizens. It sits on the island of Sanctuary within the namesake Vatican Lake, and is known for being a major site for Norlundic Christendom. Headed by Pope Leobonet, the Vatican City the site of significant development. While the full plan for the Vatican has not fully been realized, it's still a site to behold. One of the, what will be, the largest buildings are under construction here: the cathedral of Saint Lucia.
 === Buryatia ===
-Buryatia is a Canton located on the western coast of Norlund. It has a population of about 10 citizens and is centered around the town of Dubrovnik. Due to its rather isolationist nature in the past, it remains unconnected to major federal infrastructure, but that is a subject to change in the close future.
+Buryatia is a Canton located on the western coast of Norlund. It has a population of 3 citizens and is centered around the town of Dubrovnik. Due to its rather isolationist nature in the past, it remains unconnected to major federal infrastructure, but that is a subject to change in the close future.
-=== Gwenyth ===
+=== Drengrfold ===
+Drengrfold is the newest Canton in Norlund. Drengrfold is focused on the settlemenst of Port Lokkarme and Gwenyth. With a population of 4 as of the last census, Drengrfold surpasses several of the stagnant cantons, and is looking to be a new center of development. Formed out of the former territory of Northreach (now Midreach), Drengrfold is isolated from the federal infrastructure network, including rail and road. However, this will change once the rail boom reaches Kannin, where a line will then be routed to Port Lokkarme.
-Gwenyth is the newest Canton in Norlund. Shortly after it has acquired cantonal rights due to reaching the population quota, the main settlement of Gwenyth has been abandoned. Its inactivity has raised concern over the low requirements bestowed upon new Cantons, and calls to dissolve it and to return the lands to Northreach Territory have been heard since.
 === Territories ===
-==== The Western Territories ====
+==== The Southwest Territory ====
 The Western Territories are the region of Norlund on the west coast that have not yet been fully settled or developed. Despite this, there has been some development, namely the Western Bell Tower, and the Zexenia/Norlund Friendship Bridge. The Western Territories has a mostly cool climate, with Boreal Forest and Mountains dominating the geography, along with Cold Steppe on the southern border with Savagard.
-==== The Northreach Territory ====
+==== The Midreach Territory ====
-The Northreach Territory encompasses the entirety of the northern peninsula. Composed of steep cliffs, tall mountains, and thick glaciers, the Northreach territory is near-uninhabited, and near uninhabitable, as little grows in what little hardy soil there is. Despite this, the settlement of Paris is an exception to the rule. A small commune founded by Rainofpain125, Paris has been a controversial settlement due to their leader's extreme political beliefs. While Paris had now since fallen to disrepair after Rain's departure from Norlund, it has since been in the process of rebuilding under two newfriends MaiNai and MadBaronofUrga, now calling it Port Lohikäärme, or Kärme for short. Other than Paris/Kärme, Irithyll Fortress is a major landmark. Nestled between the glaciers, Irithyll is meant to be a fallback point should invasion drive the government out of Kannin. Built by RobM, it has since fallen into disrepair. Now it serves as a monument to the Norlish people, honouring RobM, it is also of importance to the church due to RobM's death in the crusade against the Ez2crew. Irithyll hosts a small church in the center of it.
+The Midreach Territory encompasses the entirety of the northern peninsula. Composed of steep cliffs, tall mountains, and thick glaciers, the Midreach territory is near-uninhabited, and near uninhabitable, as little grows in what little hardy soil there is. Despite this, the settlement of Paris is an exception to the rule. A small commune founded by Rainofpain125, Paris has been a controversial settlement due to their leader's extreme political beliefs. While Paris had now since fallen to disrepair after Rain's departure from Norlund, it has since been in the process of rebuilding under two newfriends MaiNai and MadBaronofUrga, now calling it Port Lohikäärme, or Kärme for short. This settlement has since been moved to the Canton of Drengrfold, along with Gwenyth. As a result, Midreach had its name changed from Northreach, in order to more accurately depict its geographic position. In addition, Irithyll Fortress is a major landmark. Nestled between the glaciers, Irithyll is meant to be a fallback point should invasion drive the government out of Kannin. Built by RobM, it has since fallen into disrepair. Now it serves as a monument to the Norlish people, honouring RobM, it is also of importance to the church due to RobM's death in the crusade against the Ez2crew. Irithyll hosts a small church in the center of it.
-=== Former Municipalities ===
+=== Former Cantons/Municipalities ===
-There have, on a couple of occasions, been Cantons that simply failed to take off and fall to ruin and obscurity, or have decided to go their own way. To date, there has been four cantons which have either been dissolved or have seceded from Norlund.
+There have, on a couple of occasions, been Cantons that simply failed to take off and fall to ruin and obscurity, or have decided to go their own way. To date, there has been five cantons which have either been dissolved or have seceded from Norlund.
 ==== Ostertal ====
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 However, in more recent times, newfriends MaiNai and MadBaronofUrga were searching for a new place to call their home, discovered Paris, and under consideration of the Federal Government, were allowed to settle down there, renaming it to Port Lohikäärme, or Kärme for short, and have hopes of restoring it to cantonal status (without the toxicity that was formerly accompanied with the region), but in the meantime, are content remaining as a territory and settlement.
+==== Gwenyth ====
+Shortly after it had acquired cantonal rights due to reaching the population quota, the main settlement of Gwenyth was been abandoned by most of its inhabitants, barring its leader Seldomshock. Its inactivity has raised concern over the low requirements bestowed upon new Cantons, and calls to dissolve it and to return the lands to Northreach/Midreach Territory have been heard frequently. When the July Census showed that it had a population of 1, it was formally dissolved back into Northreach. However, shortly after this, Seldomshock, along with the citizens of Karme, together formed the canton of Drengrfold.
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 Knoxmoor - 7 votes
-==== '''5th Norlundic Election''' ====
+==== '''5th Norlundic Election - 1st Federal Council''' ====
 The election code has changed significantly, with each position into the Federal Council being elected separately. The lists will only display the elected candidates.
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 Minister of Defence: Ahrimanne - 20 votes (46,5%)
-==== '''6th Norlundic Election''' ====
+==== '''6th Norlundic Election - 2nd Federal Council''' ====
 Prime Minister: Groxlord - 28 votes (75,7%)
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 Minister of Defence: Zamoradin - 23 votes (60,5%)
+==== 7th Norlundic Election - 3rd Federal Council ====
-<br />
+Prime Minister: TBA
-{{Nation}}
+Minister of Foreign Affairs: TBA
+Minister of Economic Cooperation: TBA
+Minister of the Interior: TBA
+Minister of Defense: TBA{{Nation}}
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