Cartadanians

Cartadanians or the Cartadanian people are a Romance nation and ethnic group native to Cartadania. They are citizens of the Federative Republic of Cartadania and are representative of the nation itself. The country has a diverse population with a range of national and regional identities that reflect its complex past. They typically share a common Cartadanian culture, ancestry and language. A Cartadanian can also be a person born abroad to a Cartadanian parent or legal guardian as well as a person who acquired Cartadanian citizenship. Over time and as a result of large-scale immigration, Cartadania has become a multiethnic society, mostly from groups of Crona and the Odoneru basin, which means that it is home to people of many different ethnic origins. As a result, a large number of Cartadanians do not equate their nationality with their ethnicity, usually embracing and espousing both simultaneously.

One notable feature of Cartadania's ethnic landscape is the presence of multiple languages, including indigenous and local descendants of the Latin language imposed by the Imperium of Caphiria. The largest and only official language in the country is Cartadanian, which is a descendant of Caphiric Latin. However, there are also many other Romance languages spoken in different regions of the country, such as Ettian, which is the sole surviving indigenous language of the North Bay region. Other regional languages include Pelaxian, Charentais (through Burgoignesc), and even Latin itself, which has a sizable community of speakers.

Outside of Cartadania, there are many populations with Lusonic cultural elements who can trace their ancestry back to Cartadania. One such example is Lusonic Crona, a region at the edge of the Western Hemisphere that has a significant population of Cartadanian immigrants. Similarly, various islands throughout Polynesia, such as Lotoa, also have connections to Cartadania through the migration of Cartadanian peoples.

Definition
According to the Constitution of Cartadania, a Cartadanian citizen is:


 * Anyone born in Cartadania, even if to foreign-born parents.


 * Anyone born abroad to a Cartadanian father or mother, with registration of birth in a Cartadanian Embassy or Consulate. Also, a person born abroad to a Cartadanian father or mother who was not registered but who, after turning 18 years old, went to live in Cartadania;


 * A foreigner living in Cartadania who applied for and was accepted as a Cartadanian citizen.

By way of the constitution, all people who hold Cartadanian citizenship are equal under law, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or religion.

A foreigner can apply for Cartadanian citizenship after living for four uninterrupted years in Cartadania and being able to speak Cartadanian. A native person from an official Cartadanian language country (Ceylonia, Galicia, and Porlos), as well as a student under educational contract through the ARGUS program, can request Cartadanian nationality after only a single uninterrupted year living in Cartadania. A foreign-born person who holds Cartadanian citizenship has exactly the same rights and duties as the Cartadanian citizen by birth, but cannot occupy some special public positions such as the Presidency of the Republic, Vice-presidency of the Republic, Secretary of Defense, President Pro Tempore (of the Senate), Speaker of the House of Representatives, and Diplomat.

Cartadanian people
Ethnic Cartadanians constitute the majority of Cartadania's population, with around 253.6 million people. Ethnic identity is a complex topic in Cartadania, as the country's history and geography have resulted in a diverse population with varied cultural backgrounds. The majority of Cartadania's population is made up of ethnic Cartadanians, who have their own unique identity shaped by centuries of history and cultural exchange.

The term "Pardo" is often used to describe people who are of mixed Cartadanian and other ethnic backgrounds, including Levantine, Vallosian, and Odoneru basin heritage, but also native-born Cartadanians in general. However, the definition of "Pardo" is not always clear cut, as Cartadanians can have a wide range of physical features and cultural backgrounds. Cartadanians themselves have a diverse range of physical characteristics, with variations in skin tone, hair texture, and facial features that reflect their varied ancestral backgrounds. Additionally, regional variations in language, cuisine, and customs further highlight the diversity of Cartadanian culture.

It is also important to note that the term "Cartadanian" is often used in the census to refer to a person's place of birth, rather than their ethnic identity. As a result, people who were born in Cartadania but have parents or grandparents from other countries may not identify as Cartadanian, or may consider themselves to be part of multiple ethnic groups.

Caphirian, Latinic, or Other Romance descent
Latinic people and people of Caphirian descent form a significant demographic group within Cartadania. The Latinic people are descendants of the Caphirians who were an ethnic group native to Caphiria. Today, the term Latinic is also used to refer to people who are of Caphirian origin or who have ancestral ties to the former Caphirian territories.

The Cartadanian Census Office does not provide a strict definition or guideline for identifying individuals of Latinic descent. As a result, the term is often overlooked or not used in official contexts in favor of the broader term "Caphirian". However, in common usage, the term Latinic may be used to refer to individuals who have a cultural or ethnic connection to the Latin-speaking peoples of Caphiria or the former Caphirian territories.

In addition to the Latinic peoples, the group also includes individuals of Romance descent originating from Sarpedon. This group is particularly significant as it includes the Pelaxians, who constitute the second-largest group of Romance people in Cartadania. The Pelaxians have a rich cultural history and have made significant contributions to Cartadanian society, particularly in the areas of art, literature, and philosophy. Cartadania and Pelaxian also have a largely shared history, having formed as neighbors and with languages that share a 90% lexical similarity. Some states list Pelaxians under a different group, explicity formed to identify Pelaxians alongside Cartadanians under the term "Cognatian".

Levantine descent
The people of Levantine descent form the third-largest group in Cartadania, accounting for approximately 45.6 million individuals. The group is mostly comprised of several subgroups, including Ardmoreans, Burgoignacs, Calinthians, Urceans, and Yonderrians, but northern Levantines are also present in Cartadania. Despite their common Romance heritage, with the exception of Ardmoreans, they are not included in the Romance descent group mentioned above, as the Census Office determines origin on a continental basis. The Levantine people of Cartadania have a rich cultural heritage and are known for their distinctive regional customs and traditions. For instance, Burgoignacs are renowned for their maritime habits, gastronomy and winemaking traditions, while Urceans have a reputation for their contributions to literature and philosophy. Despite their regional differences, the people of Levantine descent share a strong sense of community and pride in their cultural heritage.

Cronan descent
Cronans are a diverse group with origins from various regions of Crona, including the central valley, the eastern and northern plains, the northern tundra, the eastern and southern peninsula, and the insular areas proximal to the mainland. There are a variety of languages present on the continent, with English and Cartadanian being the dominant occidental languages of the region.

Historically, Crona has had significant cultural and economic ties with Cartadania, with the two sharing a long history of trade and exchange. As a result, there has been a steady flow of migration between the two regions for centuries, with Cartadanians often settling in Crona and vice versa. In the modern era, Cronans have become a prominent minority group in Cartadania, contributing to the country's cultural and linguistic diversity. Many Cronans have found success in various industries, including finance, technology, and the arts, and have established vibrant communities in major cities across the country.

Despite facing challenges such as discrimination and language barriers in the past, Cronans have also made significant contributions to Cartadanian society, including in areas such as education, healthcare, and social services. The continued presence of Cronans in Cartadania has helped to enrich the country's cultural fabric and reinforce its position as a diverse and multicultural society. Ceylonians in particular, are well documented in Cartadania and typically find assimilation to be fairly easy, as Cartadanian remains the official language in Ceylonia. Notably, the Census Office does not include Paulastrans nor Capetians in the Cronan group, instead being categorized as Coscivian. The Cape's history, however, has made the defining group for Capetians difficult, as many Capetians, especially those from the south and around Natalia, have Cartadanian heritage. Nonetheless, they often find themselves grouped with other Coscivian peoples.

Alshari descent
Alshari people, a group that, in Cartadania, has origins primarily in Corumm, Kagoyama, and Tanhai, constitute the fifth largest group of Cartadania with a population of approximately 9.9 million. The arrival of Alshari people in Cartadania began as a result of the Cathay Transient Workers Protocol, a series of agreements between Corumm and Cartadania that outlined the terms and conditions under which the Corummese would provide thousands of manual laborers for work in the country.

The influx of Alshari workers in Cartadania was part of a larger effort by the government to address the country's labor shortage. As Cartadania's population shifted towards higher education levels and career-oriented jobs, the government established a worker's plan that allowed workers from Crona and Alshar to work in the country.

Today, the agriculture and mining industries primarily benefit from the labor of Alshari workers, as the automotive and rail industries trend towards automation and careers that require a higher level of education. Despite the initial focus on manual labor, many Alshari people have since established themselves as permanent residents of Cartadania, with many pursuing higher education and careers outside of manual labor. The Alshari community has contributed to the cultural diversity of Cartadania, with many celebrating their traditional customs and festivals while also integrating into Cartadanian society.

Coscivian descent
Coscivian peoples and those of Coscivian descent constitute the sixth largest group within Cartadania, with approximately 7.8 million people. The term "Coscivian" refers to the various ethnic groups that have been historically included in Coscivian civilization, which encompasses a wide range of cultures and traditions. Due to this complexity, the term has been phased in and out of use throughout history, and its current definition is somewhat fluid.

Broadly speaking, Coscivian refers to any person with ethnic, cultural, or linguistic ties to Coscivia, which includes the Kiravian Federacy and its descendant countries. The Kiravian Federacy has had a significant impact on the region, and its cultural influence can be seen in the languages, religions, and customs of many neighboring countries. In addition to Kiravia, Coscivian includes Paulastra and the Cape, although the latter's inclusion in the Coscivian group has been subject to debate due to the complexity of ethnicity and origin in the region.

Despite this ambiguity, Coscivian people have had a significant impact on Cartadania. Some have migrated to the country in search of work or a better life, and they have contributed to the country's cultural and economic development. Coscivian cuisine, music, and art have become popular in some parts of Cartadania, and Coscivian entrepreneurs have started businesses in a variety of industries. In recent years, there has been a renewed interest in Coscivian history and culture, and efforts have been made to preserve and celebrate this rich heritage. Particular groups that have been found within Cartadania include those from Tryhstian Littoral, where conversely, Cartadanians have historically established a foothold and were the progenitors for the Lusonic people currently inhabiting the area, as well as those of Natalia, a region of the southern Cape Federacy where Cartadanians created a similar situation.

Audonian descent
Audonians constitute the eighth largest group in Cartadania, most of whom are present through employment reasons or as a result of Cartadania's military presence in the UAE. Their presence has been particularly limited to major cities, mostly due to geographic distance, but they are still present. Of the Audonians, Emiratis make up the bulk of the group.