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The Gaelic population of the Kiravian Federacy is diverse in its geographic distribution, ancestral origins, subcultures, and present socio-economic conditions. The largest sub-category of Gaelic-Kiravians, known as "Kiravian Gaels", conventionally defined as those with roots in the country deeper than the 18th century AD, whose ancestors migrated to Great Kirav and Ilánova in multiple waves beginning in the sixth century, mainly from Faneria. Kiravian dialects of Gaelic, especially in their spoken forms, differ significantly from Levantine dialects as a result of Coscivian influence, conserved archæisms, and independent developments, but their divergence has been mitigated by common literary culture, later waves of immigration, and other cross-Kilikas contact. Just over half of self-reported ethnic (Kiravian) Gaels claimed to speak Gaelic as their home language, whether alone or in conjunction with other languages, as is often the case. Among the remainder, many speak Coscivian languages/dialects with strong Gaelic influence, such as Æran-Kaltan Coscivian or Fenian Kiravic, and small communities speaking {{wp|mixed languages}} exist in the Eastern Highlands. The boundary between Kiravian Gaels and various Gaelic-influenced Coscivian subgroups (sometimes termed "Cosco-Gaels") is fuzzy and highly contextual, and on the other hand, the boundary between Kiravian Gaels and more recent Gaelic arrivals from Levantia, especially Faneria, is fluid and porous, complicated by extensive intermarriage. | The Gaelic population of the Kiravian Federacy is diverse in its geographic distribution, ancestral origins, subcultures, and present socio-economic conditions. The largest sub-category of Gaelic-Kiravians, known as "Kiravian Gaels", conventionally defined as those with roots in the country deeper than the 18th century AD, whose ancestors migrated to Great Kirav and Ilánova in multiple waves beginning in the sixth century, mainly from Faneria. Kiravian dialects of Gaelic, especially in their spoken forms, differ significantly from Levantine dialects as a result of Coscivian influence, conserved archæisms, and independent developments, but their divergence has been mitigated by common literary culture, later waves of immigration, and other cross-Kilikas contact. Just over half of self-reported ethnic (Kiravian) Gaels claimed to speak Gaelic as their home language, whether alone or in conjunction with other languages, as is often the case. Among the remainder, many speak Coscivian languages/dialects with strong Gaelic influence, such as Æran-Kaltan Coscivian or Fenian Kiravic, and small communities speaking {{wp|mixed languages}} exist in the Eastern Highlands. The boundary between Kiravian Gaels and various Gaelic-influenced Coscivian subgroups (sometimes termed "Cosco-Gaels") is fuzzy and highly contextual, and on the other hand, the boundary between Kiravian Gaels and more recent Gaelic arrivals from Levantia, especially Faneria, is fluid and porous, complicated by extensive intermarriage. | ||
The second-largest subcategory of Gaelic-Kiravians are "New" or "Immigrant" Gaels of more recent (18th century onward) immigrant origins. Fanerian Gaels account for the plurality of this group, followed by Fiannrian, [Somewhere else?], and Carnish Gaels. Urcean-Kiravians undoubtedly also, but the complexities of Urcean ethno-national identity and language use make their classification in this scheme difficult. New Gaels are more likely than Kiravian Gaels to live in urban areas, and also more likely to speak Gaelic at home. The Gaelic spoken by New Gaels is generally closer to the national varieties spoken in their nations of origin, though close contact with Kiravian Gaels in urban environments often results in the uptake of some characteristically "Kiravian" Gaelic features to some extent. | The second-largest subcategory of Gaelic-Kiravians are "New" or "Immigrant" Gaels of more recent (18th century onward) immigrant origins. Celtic people are accorded preferential treatment in the notoriously bureaucratic and openly biased Kiravian immigration system, and this combined with a welcoming culture and extensive public accommodation for the Gaelic language has made Kiravia an attractive destination for Gaelic immigrants. Fanerian Gaels account for the plurality of this group, followed by Fiannrian, [Somewhere else?], and Carnish Gaels. Urcean-Kiravians undoubtedly also, but the complexities of Urcean ethno-national identity and language use make their classification in this scheme difficult. New Gaels are more likely than Kiravian Gaels to live in urban areas, and also more likely to speak Gaelic at home. The Gaelic spoken by New Gaels is generally closer to the national varieties spoken in their nations of origin, though in practice close contact with Kiravian Gaels in urban environments often results in the uptake of some characteristically "Kiravian" Gaelic features to some extent. | ||
The native populations of [[New Ardmore]], a Kiravian overseas state, and [[Scapa]], a Kiravian protectorate, are also Gaelic, and constitute a majority in their respective territories. Ardmorean Gaels are kith and kin to the Gaels of the Carnish Highlands, and Scapalline Gaels are similarly related to the [appropriate Fanerian Gaelic subgroup] of the nearby Fanerian mainland. | |||
Gaelic-Kiravians live throughout the Kiravian Federacy, but in uneven concentrations. The densest concentrations are found in [[Ilánova]], Levantine Kirav*, and Northern and Eastern Great Kirav, particularly the Eastern Highlands and the large Eastern Seaboard metros, and [[Trinatria]]. Medium concentrations are found across lowland Mid-Continental Kirav and parts of the Atrassic Northwest. Gaelic quarters are a feature of most pre-Kirosocialist Kiravian cities. Gaels are less commonly found in the Western Highlands and South Kirav (the Southern Gaels being an isolated and historically disadvantaged community). | Gaelic-Kiravians live throughout the Kiravian Federacy, but in uneven concentrations. The densest concentrations are found in [[Ilánova]], Levantine Kirav*, and Northern and Eastern Great Kirav, particularly the Eastern Highlands and the large Eastern Seaboard metros, and [[Trinatria]]. Medium concentrations are found across lowland Mid-Continental Kirav and parts of the Atrassic Northwest. Gaelic quarters are a feature of most pre-Kirosocialist Kiravian cities. Gaels are less commonly found in the Western Highlands and South Kirav (the Southern Gaels being an isolated and historically disadvantaged community deserving of their own article). | ||
As a class, Gaelic-Kiravians are well-integrated into the mainstream of Kiravian life. Gaels were generally enthusiastic supporters of the Republican Revolution. [We wuz presidents n'shit]. Sports and entertainment. | |||
Gaelic-Kiravians have long been at the forefront of Kiravian overseas exploration and expansion. | |||
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