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The '''Republic of New Archduchy''' is a country in [[Crona]]. Tracing its foundations to a wave of [[Urcea|Urcean]] colonization in southeastern [[Crona]] during the 17th century, New Archduchy gradually became the lone remnant of [[Urcean people|Urcean]] culture in the region as a result of the rising fortunes of nearby [[Coscivian]] colonies. Gradually developing a strong economy and political life, New Archduchy underwent significant changes in the late 19th century. Chafing from administrative centralizations during | The '''Republic of New Archduchy''' is a country in [[Crona]]. Tracing its foundations to a wave of [[Urcea|Urcean]] colonization in southeastern [[Crona]] during the 17th century, New Archduchy gradually became the lone remnant of [[Urcean people|Urcean]] culture in the region as a result of the rising fortunes of nearby [[Coscivian]] colonies. Gradually developing a strong economy and political life, New Archduchy underwent significant changes in the late 19th century. Chafing from administrative centralizations and political disturbances in Urcea during that period, fissures grew between Urcea and the colony. The formation of the Urcean [[Crown Regency]] gave the country the pretext to declare independence in 1890, and two years later the Republic was formally established under a new constitution. New Archduchy's transition to independence and democracy have been mostly perceived as smooth and the country's independence was recognized by [[Urcea]] in [[1903]]. | ||
During the 20th century, New Archduchy became a well-used neutral refueling station along the [[Odoneru]], leading to significant economic development and a focus on mercantile interests. It maintained neutrality during the [[Second Great War]], though it served as a waystation for covert operatives and weapons smuggling for both sides of the war. During the latter half of the 20th century the nation remained neutral during the [[Occidental Cold War]] and became a popular {{wp|tax haven}} and tourist destination, greatly enhancing the nation's wealth. The country is characterized by a deep religious faith, like [[Urcea]], as well as considerable economic inequality, especially between the primarily urban Levantine-descendant majority and the primarily rural indigenous minority groups. | During the 20th century, New Archduchy became a well-used neutral refueling station along the [[Odoneru]], leading to significant economic development and a focus on mercantile interests. It maintained neutrality during the [[Second Great War]], though it served as a waystation for covert operatives and weapons smuggling for both sides of the war. During the latter half of the 20th century the nation remained neutral during the [[Occidental Cold War]] and became a popular {{wp|tax haven}} and tourist destination, greatly enhancing the nation's wealth. The country is characterized by a deep religious faith, like [[Urcea]], as well as considerable economic inequality, especially between the primarily urban Levantine-descendant majority and the primarily rural indigenous minority groups. | ||
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During the 17th century, the fledgling colonies in modern New Archduchy were used by [[Urcea]] as a base from which its later [[Julian Belt]] colonies were established. Traffic in and out of Adriansville was significant, and the colony was briefly the most busy port in [[Crona]] outside of [[Varshan]] until cities in [[the Cape]] became more prominent later in the century. In 1690, the colonies in the region were reorganized as the Rectory of New Archduchy and given a formal colonial charter governing the area. The prominent former [[Gassavelian people|Gassavelian]] rebel and [[History_of_Urcea_(1575-1798)#Gassavelian_integration_and_uprising|pretender Arses]] was appointed the colony's first Rector, and held that position until his death in 1704. During that time, Arses brought on many of his former chief lieutenants during the rebellion to serve as colonial officials and advisors, and most contemporaries report a fair and competent administration during this time. Arses's time as Rector introduced some Gassavelian cultural hallmarks to New Archduchy, greatly influencing its modern cuisine. Remembered as a hero to the Gassavelian people, Arses died and was buried in New Archduchy in 1704 and is remembered by residents of the country as a wise leader who left his mark on the colony. Post-independence hagiographies of Arses published in New Archduchy in the early 20th century suggested the nation's independent heritage traced itself to Arses's rebellious nature and influence, although most modern historians suggest Arses was loyal to [[Urcea]] during his time as Rector. Despite this, Arses is viewed by most Newarcs as one of the country's {{wp|founding fathers}}. Several of Arses's lieutenants would succeed him as Rector, leading to a string of [[Gassavelian people]] serving in that role until [[1754]]. During that time, the Gassavelian administrators continued the cultural influences introduced during Arses's time as Rector. | During the 17th century, the fledgling colonies in modern New Archduchy were used by [[Urcea]] as a base from which its later [[Julian Belt]] colonies were established. Traffic in and out of Adriansville was significant, and the colony was briefly the most busy port in [[Crona]] outside of [[Varshan]] until cities in [[the Cape]] became more prominent later in the century. In 1690, the colonies in the region were reorganized as the Rectory of New Archduchy and given a formal colonial charter governing the area. The prominent former [[Gassavelian people|Gassavelian]] rebel and [[History_of_Urcea_(1575-1798)#Gassavelian_integration_and_uprising|pretender Arses]] was appointed the colony's first Rector, and held that position until his death in 1704. During that time, Arses brought on many of his former chief lieutenants during the rebellion to serve as colonial officials and advisors, and most contemporaries report a fair and competent administration during this time. Arses's time as Rector introduced some Gassavelian cultural hallmarks to New Archduchy, greatly influencing its modern cuisine. Remembered as a hero to the Gassavelian people, Arses died and was buried in New Archduchy in 1704 and is remembered by residents of the country as a wise leader who left his mark on the colony. Post-independence hagiographies of Arses published in New Archduchy in the early 20th century suggested the nation's independent heritage traced itself to Arses's rebellious nature and influence, although most modern historians suggest Arses was loyal to [[Urcea]] during his time as Rector. Despite this, Arses is viewed by most Newarcs as one of the country's {{wp|founding fathers}}. Several of Arses's lieutenants would succeed him as Rector, leading to a string of [[Gassavelian people]] serving in that role until [[1754]]. During that time, the Gassavelian administrators continued the cultural influences introduced during Arses's time as Rector. | ||
In 1844, New Archduchy was invaded by [[Aciria]] during the [[Cholera Expedition]], a failed campaign wherein the Acirians were ejected from the territory in three months following significant casualties due to disease. | In [[Levantia]], Urcea became entangled in the politics of the [[Holy Levantine Empire]], resulting in it waging the [[War of the Caroline Succession]] in the 1740s. As Urcean military attention was elsewhere, [[Kiravia]] and [[Cartadania]] took the opportunity to try and eliminate Urcea's [[Julian Belt]] colonies in [[Crona]]. The conflict, known as the [[Cronan Beaver War]], was fought largely on the [[Odoneru]] with limited land engagements. New Archduchy was too well fortified and largely populated to be attacked directly, and as the center of Urcean colonial forces it was functionally the primary combatant in the war. The Adriansville-based Cronan Squadron of the [[Royal Navy (Urcea)|Royal Navy]] fought several engagements throughout 1746 and 1747 before being defeated decisively at the [[Cronan_Beaver_War#Bosco_Sound|Battle of Bosco Sound]]. The Squadron returned to Adriansville and the city as blockaded for the rest of the war, though supplies and food continued to be available from inland farms. On 14 September, a detachment of 200 [[Kiravia]]n marines landed south of Adriansville but were defeated by colonial militia and the small regular army garrison of the city. In the ensuing peace, the colony of New Archduchy's borders were drawn and received international recognition, and these borders remain the nation's borders to this day. The war also saw the end of the [[Julian Belt]] colonies, ending Urcea's aspirations of empire in Crona. This had a temporary effect of economically depressing the colony, although trade recovered by [[1760]]. In the long term, the colony became increasingly irrelevant to Urcean foreign policy aims. | ||
From the end of the Beaver War through the mid-19th century, New Archduchy benefitted from {{Wp|salutary neglect}} as the loss of the Julian Belt meant the end of significant Urcean attentions in Crona. Merchant interests in the colony were strong, and local prominent citizens formed a colonial assembly which received the approval of the Rector and government of Urcea. During this period, the assembly and Rector largely coexisted in peace, allowing stable governance. The colony was lightly taxed in order to maintain its competitive advantage, as Urcean leaders determined that the colony's main economic advantage was low tariffs and duties. | |||
In [[1844]], New Archduchy was invaded by [[Aciria]] during the [[Cholera Expedition]], a failed campaign wherein the Acirians were ejected from the territory in three months following significant casualties due to disease. In the aftermath of the expedition, significant investments were made to build new defenses in the colony. | |||
The advent of the {{wp|steam engine}} and widespread prevalence of steamships in the [[Odoneru]] in the [[1850]]s were a great boon to New Archduchy. Although it had been an important port in the age of sail, it thrived as a major {{wp|coaling station}}. New infrastructure built in the 1850s, combined with the availability of local coal from other Cronan territories, made Adriansville one of the busiest ports in Crona by the 1860s. New Archduchy largely sourced its coal from eastern [[Arcerion]], beginning the process of economic integration between that region and Adriansville. | |||
===Independence=== | ===Independence=== | ||
The Rectory of New Archduchy, like its mother country, flourished economically and culturally during the 19th century period known as the [[Aedanicad]]. New Archduchy imported many of Urcea's contemporary [[Arts_and_literature_of_Urcea#Romanticism|artistic]], [[Arts_and_literature_of_Urcea#Architecture|architectural]], and literary developments during this time, and many of these were iterated into new variations reflecting New Archduchy's colonial nature. Particularly, Urcea's focus on the [[Urcean frontier|frontier]] translated well to colonial New Archduchy, with the colony creating its own variety of [[Arts_and_literature_of_Urcea#Frontier_literature|frontier literature]] towards the end of the 19th century. Economically, New Archduchy became a vital coaling station with the rise of steam-powered transports, and Adriansville developed from a small port and fishing town to a major international port by 1860. The population of the colony tripled between 1810 and 1850, and New Archduchy began to develop its own cultural and societal norms apart from the developments in [[Urcea]]. Efforts to centralize overseas colonial authority in the 1850s | The Rectory of New Archduchy, like its mother country, flourished economically and culturally during the 19th century period known as the [[Aedanicad]]. New Archduchy imported many of Urcea's contemporary [[Arts_and_literature_of_Urcea#Romanticism|artistic]], [[Arts_and_literature_of_Urcea#Architecture|architectural]], and literary developments during this time, and many of these were iterated into new variations reflecting New Archduchy's colonial nature. Particularly, Urcea's focus on the [[Urcean frontier|frontier]] translated well to colonial New Archduchy, with the colony creating its own variety of [[Arts_and_literature_of_Urcea#Frontier_literature|frontier literature]] towards the end of the 19th century. Economically, New Archduchy became a vital coaling station with the rise of steam-powered transports, and Adriansville developed from a small port and fishing town to a major international port by 1860. The population of the colony tripled between 1810 and 1850, and New Archduchy began to develop its own cultural and societal norms apart from the developments in [[Urcea]]. Efforts to centralize overseas colonial authority in the 1850s led to significant resentment between the colonial population and Urcea, and the matter was dropped by 1860. | ||
The people of the colony began to chafe under the [[History_of_Urcea_(1798-1902)#Rise_of_the_Rifled_State|growing military influence in Urcea]], as military officials began to gradually replace civilian administrators beginning in the early 1870s. The [[Kingdom_of_Crotona#Reform_efforts_and_Valerian_Rebellion|Valerian Rebellion]] in Urcea's territory of [[Crotona]], though not directly related to military rule, nonetheless | The people of the colony began to chafe under the [[History_of_Urcea_(1798-1902)#Rise_of_the_Rifled_State|growing military influence in Urcea]], as military officials began to gradually replace civilian administrators beginning in the early 1870s. The [[Kingdom_of_Crotona#Reform_efforts_and_Valerian_Rebellion|Valerian Rebellion]] in Urcea's territory of [[Crotona]], though not directly related to military rule, nonetheless led to significant unrest in the colony, and by 1880 the Rights Reestablishment League (RRL) formed in New Archduchy in protest of the increasing militarization. While the RRL initially opposed independence and instead sought, in their words, a restoration of the traditional [[Constitution of Urcea]] in Urcea and in the colony. Following several demonstrations by the RRL between 1880 and 1884, the government of Urcea loosened military authority in the territory - many historians believe this was under the direct influence of [[Apostolic King of Urcea|Apostolic King]] [[Aedanicus VIII]] himself, making it one of the last personal acts he committed within the Urcean government. A civilian administrator was sent in 1884 and the traditional rectory was largely reestablished although military rule continued to entrench itself in [[Urcea]]. In [[1886]], the Urcean General [[Gréagóir FitzRex]] became [[Procurator]], formalizing military control over the government. The RRL renewed its organization efforts to remain prepared, but no military administrator came. In late December [[1889]], King Aedanicus died and FitzRex took his place as [[History_of_Urcea_(1798-1902)#Crown_Regency|Crown Regent]], promising to crown a new Apostolic King at a later time. The RRL began to make mass demonstrations in Adriansville and throughout the rectory, and beginning in February 1890 most civil officials within the rectory, be they Levantine or New Archduchy-born, declared they would not recognize the Crown Regent. The RRL reformed as the National League of Crona, taking its name from a similar, [[Paulastra#National_League_of_Crona_and_independence|earlier Paulastran institution]], and now included many public officials within the colony. The situation escalated significantly in June 1890 as a military administrator from [[Urcea]] arrived in Adriansville harbor and was refused entry into the port. A warning shot from the harbor defenses eventually directed the ship back to Urcea, essentially putting the colony in a state of open rebellion. The sitting Rector, Enni Renzo, reiterated his loyalty to Urcea but also his responsibility to the people of the rectory and that he would lead them through the crisis despite any consequences he might face in Urcea. With the colonial administration now fully aligned with the National League of Crona, New Archduchy formally submitted a petition to Urcea demanding a series of autonomous rights and restoration of constituional government. The petition was declined and a second military administrator was sent in early August with a small flotilla, but this force too was easily repulsed by the harbor defenses. | ||
With Urcea sending armed ships to force its will on New Archduchy, the public attitude had shifted fully in favor of independence. On 9 August 1890, the Rectory of New Archduchy issued a unilateral declaration of independence, which cited its chartered status as a "crown colony", and as there was no current Apostolic King, its allegiance and ties to the Urcean crown were now defunct. The document also listed many of the recent violations of the colony's rights and privileges, and provided that it hoped for amicable relations with Urcea once constitutional government had been restored. The document was issued by the National League of Crona, but was signed by Renzo as his last official act as Rector. He handed power to the Chair of the National League of Crona, Michael Ailio, on 10 August 1890. Renzo would later comment that, while the loss of the colony was regrettable, its people had "retained the sense of traditional governance that had unfortunately been forgotten in Levantia; they retained the true Urcean spirit." Rector Enni Renzo was {{wp|proscribed}} in Urcea and remained in New Archduchy until he received a pardon upon the [[History_of_Urcea_(1902-1955)#Restoration|restoration]], returning home in [[1903]]. As for the declaration of independence, it was quickly recognized by most major powers but not by Urcea, though Urcea had little naval capacity to launch a serious campaign against its former colony. In the same proclamation he used to pardon Renzo, the newly restored [[Patrick III of Urcea|Apostolic King Patrick III]] recognized New Archduchy's independence in early [[1903]]. | With Urcea sending armed ships to force its will on New Archduchy, the public attitude had shifted fully in favor of independence. On 9 August 1890, the Rectory of New Archduchy issued a unilateral declaration of independence, which cited its chartered status as a "crown colony", and as there was no current Apostolic King, its allegiance and ties to the Urcean crown were now defunct. The document also listed many of the recent violations of the colony's rights and privileges, and provided that it hoped for amicable relations with Urcea once constitutional government had been restored. The document was issued by the National League of Crona, but was signed by Renzo as his last official act as Rector. He handed power to the Chair of the National League of Crona, Michael Ailio, on 10 August 1890. Renzo would later comment that, while the loss of the colony was regrettable, its people had "retained the sense of traditional governance that had unfortunately been forgotten in Levantia; they retained the true Urcean spirit." Rector Enni Renzo was {{wp|proscribed}} in Urcea and remained in New Archduchy until he received a pardon upon the [[History_of_Urcea_(1902-1955)#Restoration|restoration]], returning home in [[1903]]. As for the declaration of independence, it was quickly recognized by most major powers but not by Urcea, though Urcea had little naval capacity to launch a serious campaign against its former colony. In the same proclamation he used to pardon Renzo, the newly restored [[Patrick III of Urcea|Apostolic King Patrick III]] recognized New Archduchy's independence in early [[1903]]. | ||
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===Golden age of Odoneru commerce=== | ===Golden age of Odoneru commerce=== | ||
Loosening regulations in the [[1920]]s and general peace created the "golden age of Odoneru commerce" as understood within New Archduchy; this period between 1920 and the beginning of the [[Second Great War]] in [[1934]] was the greatest period of economic growth in the history of New Archduchy. As commerce and traffic across the Odoneru grew, New Archduchy became one of the premier coaling and fueling stations in the world. The Republic became a major {{wp|tax haven}} for individuals across the [[Occident]]. Due to the wealth that began to be accumulated in the Republic, major improvements were made to Adriansville's streets, roads, and buildings, making the city accessible for tourists. New Archduchy became a major site of [[Caphiria]]n tourism during the interwar period, as it allowed Caphirian tourists to experience a variation on [[Urcean people|Urcean]]-descended culture and cuisine. Travel to Urcea had been banned and engaging with Urceans or Urcean culture incurred significant cultural stigma due to the notion of [[Levantine Creep]], and neutral New Archduchy made these things accessible to Caphirians without the legal sanction or social repercussions. | Loosening regulations in the [[1920]]s and general peace created the "golden age of Odoneru commerce" as understood within New Archduchy; this period between 1920 and the beginning of the [[Second Great War]] in [[1934]] was the greatest period of economic growth in the history of New Archduchy. As commerce and traffic across the Odoneru grew, New Archduchy became one of the premier coaling and fueling stations in the world. The Republic became a major {{wp|tax haven}} for individuals across the [[Occident]]. Due to the wealth that began to be accumulated in the Republic, major improvements were made to Adriansville's streets, roads, and buildings, making the city accessible for tourists. New Archduchy became a major site of [[Caphiria]]n tourism during the interwar period, as it allowed Caphirian tourists to experience a variation on [[Urcean people|Urcean]]-descended culture and cuisine. Travel to Urcea had been banned and engaging with Urceans or Urcean culture incurred significant cultural stigma due to the notion of [[Levantine Creep]], and neutral New Archduchy made these things accessible to Caphirians without the legal sanction or social repercussions. It remained a popular Caphirian tourist destination through the [[Occidental Cold War]], and today the tourist connection between the two countries due to historical ties and family traditions. | ||
New Archduchy became a major travel destination during the "golden age", not only for tourists but also as the primary port for ocean liners full of people bound for [[Arcerion]]. The construction of the first railroad line between Arcerion and Adriansville in [[1905]]-[[1907]] had dividends for New Archduchy's economy, as by [[1930]] it surpassed all Arcer ports for both import and export business heading to or originating in Arcerion. New Archduchy and Arcerion signed the Commerce Enhancement Agreement in 1913 which significantly slashed customs and dues for Arcerion business coming through New Archduchy, but the considerable volume of business still created massive revenues for the Republic. | New Archduchy became a major travel destination during the "golden age", not only for tourists but also as the primary port for ocean liners full of people bound for [[Arcerion]]. The construction of the first railroad line between Arcerion and Adriansville in [[1905]]-[[1907]] had dividends for New Archduchy's economy, as by [[1930]] it surpassed all Arcer ports for both import and export business heading to or originating in Arcerion. New Archduchy and Arcerion signed the Commerce Enhancement Agreement in 1913 which significantly slashed customs and dues for Arcerion business coming through New Archduchy, but the considerable volume of business still created massive revenues for the Republic. | ||
===Second Great War and Occidental Cold War=== | ===Second Great War and Occidental Cold War=== | ||
With the rise of air travel and beginning of the [[Second Great War]], the era of major ocean liners appearing in New Archduchy came to an end. Oceangoing commerce in general dropped off precipitously as the Odoneru Ocean became a conflict area in the 1930s. Additionally, the war meant that many Caphirian tourists could no longer leave the country due to wartime conditions. These factors all combined to create a major economic depression in New Archduchy in the 1930s and early 1940s, with the only major remaining source of foreign income being continued customs and dues on Arcer business. Despite this, New Archducal banks continued to prosper as individuals abroad decided to store their funds and valuables in the country for fear of losing them due to the war. | |||
===Modern period=== | ===Modern period=== | ||
During and after the [[Second Great War]], New Archduchy grew closer to its neighbor [[Arcerion]]. By the 1950s, a distinct foreign policy shift in the country reoriented New Archduchy away from a reliance on [[Urcea]]n military protection towards military integration with Arcerion, and during that period several trade and travel restrictions were lifted between the countries. This had the effect of greatly enhancing the already extant economic ties between Adriansville and northeastern Arcerion, which began to develop suburbs and smaller tertiary cities related within Adriansville's economic gravity. By the 2000s, Arcerion and New Archduchy enjoyed a very close relationship, including military logistical agreements. The increased economic activity as a result of greater ties also had the effect of increasing economic inequality, as the benefits of growth were applied unequally. The country's economic inequality became a major political issue beginning in the late 1990s and remains to this day. | |||
New Archduchy played a limited role in the [[Final War of the Deluge]]. It contributed four companies of the Republican Army to [[League of Nations Command]] forces from [[2023]] through [[2025]]. Its forces were largely used in garrison and support roles in the [[Quetzenkel front]], and Republican Army forces participated in the subsequent [[League-occupied Varshan|occupation of Varshan]] during its first year. Controversially, New Archduchy also played a supporting role in the [[Albion affair]], allowing [[Urcea]]n military forces to stage in the country just prior to their incursion into [[Titechaxha]]. Over the course of the next three years, New Archduchy participated in operations to continually supply Urcean forces in Titechaxha until their withdrawal in 2024. | |||
==Government== | ==Government== | ||
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==Culture== | ==Culture== | ||
New Archduchy draws cultural traditions from many [[Occidental]] sources including its neighbors and indigenous peoples as well as from [[Urcea]] which established the New Archduchy colony. A majority of people in New Archduchy are descendants of [[Urcean people|Urcean settlers]] and speak [[Julian Ænglish]], though several other settler groups from South [[Levantia]] - including [[Derian people|Derians]], [[Caenish people|Caens]], and [[ | New Archduchy draws cultural traditions from many [[Occidental]] sources including its neighbors and indigenous peoples as well as from [[Urcea]] which established the New Archduchy colony. A majority of people in New Archduchy are descendants of [[Urcean people|Urcean settlers]] and speak [[Julian Ænglish]], though several other settler groups from South [[Levantia]] - including [[Derian people|Derians]], [[Caenish people|Caens]], and [[Garán people]] - participated in the colonization of the region. New Archduchy also has considerable [[Coscivian]] influences from historic [[Kiravia|Kiravian]] cultural and geopolitical involvement in the region as well as from nearby [[Paulastra]]. The indigenous peoples of New Archduchy, closely related to the people of [[Titechaxha]], have long influenced New Archducal society through the dual means of cuisine and music. Self-identified indigenous people comprise about eighteen percent of the Republic's population. Outwardly, the culture of New Archduchy strongly resembles that of [[Culture of Urcea|Urcea's]], but the daily lives of its people more closely resembles that of Paulastra and [[Arcerion]], and its tastes are strongly aligned with both countries. Much of New Archduchy's commercial popular culture originates in Arcerion, who exhibits significant overall cultural influence over New Archduchy. | ||
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New Archduchy's cuisine is largely similar to that of [[Culture_of_Urcea#Cuisine|Urcea's]] and other places in the [[Occident]], with two divergent influences which make the country's food unique. New Archduchy's early colonial administration was made up of many [[Gassavelian people]], and their cultural legacy is still visible in New Archduchy today, especially with respect to the country's cuisine. Additionally, the indigenous peoples of New Archduchy have also contributed to the development of New Archduchy's cuisine. Two specific popular dishes standing out as emblematic of the country's culinary history, both of which are primarily descended from the early modern Gassavelian interest. The first dish, called "Eastern Stew", is a kind of {{wp|shepherd's pie}} which employs [[Audonia]]-style spiced beef and vegetables instead of traditional Occidental stew. The result, somewhat similar to {{wp|Korma|korma}}, combines the creaminess of heavily buttered mash potatoes with the spice of the beef for a smooth experience popular among both citizens and tourists alike. The second dish, called an "Odoneru Plate", is a similar adaptation of 18th century colonial food; it is essentially {{wp|fish and chips}} with {{wp|curry}} spice added to the batter used in frying the fish. | |||
The [[Catholic Church]] plays a prominent role in the lives of the residents of New Archduchy and serves as the overwhelming religion of the residents of the Republic, both those of indigenous and Levantine origin. Catholic practices exist at all levels of society and feature prominently within popular culture. Religious observances, like in [[Urcea]], form the bulk of the country's holidays. The Church has a less pronounced influence on public affairs than in many [[Levantia|Levantine]] countries but Catholic morality remains a bedrock of public discourse. | The [[Catholic Church]] plays a prominent role in the lives of the residents of New Archduchy and serves as the overwhelming religion of the residents of the Republic, both those of indigenous and Levantine origin. Catholic practices exist at all levels of society and feature prominently within popular culture. Religious observances, like in [[Urcea]], form the bulk of the country's holidays. The Church has a less pronounced influence on public affairs than in many [[Levantia|Levantine]] countries but Catholic morality remains a bedrock of public discourse. | ||
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== Demographics == | == Demographics == | ||
New Archduchy is a bi-racial country, with most people in the country adhering to [[Levantia|Levantine]] and [[Occidental]] religions and speaking Levantine languages. The majority of people in the country are of Levantine ethnic descent, with 72% reporting either "most" or "all" of their ancestors having originated in Levantia. 1-2% of people in the country report a [[Sarpedon]]ic or [[Coscivian]] origin, with the remainder being Cronan indigenous. The ancestry of indigenous people in New Archduchy is mixed, and as many indigenous people have adopted the culture and custom of the Levantines, some have lost a distinct tribal or national identity. The majority of Newarc indigenous are directly related to the people of [[Titechaxha]], though significant minorities seem to be more closely related to the people of [[Washakara]], suggesting resettlement of some of Arcerion's natives to New Archduchy in the past. The two racial groups in New Archduchy are mostly geographically distinct. Adriansville is predominantly Levantine-descended, with 89% of the city's residents in [[2025]] reporting most or total Levantine ancestry, while indigenous people make up the majority of people living outside Adriansville. Levantine descended people are often one and a half to two times as wealthy as indigenous people on average, though indigenous people living within Adriansville are about as wealthy as their Levantine counterparts. | |||
The majority of people in New Archduchy live in the city of Adriansville, with 4,223,922 of the country's 6,502,859 population in [[2025]] - about 65% - living within city limits. Most people living outside of the city live above poverty level, but not by a large margin. | |||
=== Linguistic Demographics === | === Linguistic Demographics === | ||
[[Julian Ænglish]] is ubiquitous as a language in New Archduchy, spoken by New Arcers of both Levantine and Cronan indigenous descent. Approximately 90% of Newarcs speak it as their first language, and among the remaining 10% of the population, it is spoken as a fluent second language. | |||
=== Religious Demographics === | |||
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Christians of various kinds make up an absolute majority of people in New Archduchy, with almost 90% of Newarcs belonging to the [[Catholic Church]], specifically the {{wp|Latin Rite}} of the Church. New Archduchy has been predominantly Catholic since it was first settled by [[Urcea]], encompassing both people of Levantine and Cronan descent. A small number of [[Coscivian Catholic Church|Coscivian Catholics]] belonging to the [[Coscivian Catholic Patriarchal Exarchate of Crona]], are also present in the country, with one [[Coscivian Rite]] diocese present in the country and based out of Adriansville. A minimal number of Newarcs are [[College of Levantine Churches|Collegiate]] Protestants of various sources. | |||
A small number of Newarcs belong to various other religions, including variations of [[Arzalism]] and other indigneous Cronan faiths among refugees and immigrants. Beginning in the 20th century, there have been small movements by indigenous Cronans in New Archduchy to abjure their Christian faith and adopt traditional indigenous religions; these movements have not significantly affected New Archduchy's religious demography. | |||
==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
New Archduchy is characterized as having one of the least regulated economies in the world and serves as a popular {{wp|tax haven}} for [[Levantia|Levantine]], [[Sarpedon|Sarpedonian]], and [[Crona|Cronan]] nations. Its economy is characterized by tourism, an emergent technology services sector, and maritime trade, with fishing also serving as a major industry. The Republic has very well developed transportation infrastructure including modern ports. Much of its energy comes from offshore renewables, an industry which sprung up in the Republic during the late 1990s. | New Archduchy is characterized as having one of the least regulated economies in the world and serves as a popular {{wp|tax haven}} for [[Levantia|Levantine]], [[Sarpedon|Sarpedonian]], and [[Crona|Cronan]] nations. Its economy is characterized by tourism, an emergent technology services sector, and maritime trade, with fishing also serving as a major industry. The Republic has very well developed transportation infrastructure including modern ports, and significant economic activity is generated due to Adriansville's ports serving as the primary export and import port for eastern [[Arcerion]]. Much of its energy comes from offshore renewables, an industry which sprung up in the Republic during the late 1990s. | ||
Adriansville is the economic center of New Archduchy, and most of the nation's economy is either driven by that city or exists as housing and infrastructure in service of the city. The city is one of the major economic hubs in southeastern [[Crona]], and its economic footprint significantly extends into northeastern [[Arcerion]]. The Arcer-Adriansville Economic Corridor, as it is officially designated, is an integrated cross-national economic region. Adriansville historically served as the major port for exports for farm products originating in the Arcer interior, and since the 20th century a degree of suburbanization has developed on the Arcer side of the border, expanding the retail and other service-sector economic footprint of Adriansville. | |||
New Archduchy's tourism industry was present since the dawn of ocean-liners, but became significantly more prevalent during the [[Occidental Cold War]]. Citizens of [[Caphiria]] who sought to experience [[Urcea]]n and [[Levantia|Levantine]] culture often traveled to New Archduchy due to prohibitions on business with Urcea. Although the Cold War ended in the 1980s, Caphirians remain the largest source of tourism activity within the country. | |||
New Archduchy initially had a [[Guilds (Urcea)|guild system]] similar to [[Urcea]], but it was gradually weakened under the 1892 Constitution before its abolition in [[1920]]. | New Archduchy initially had a [[Guilds (Urcea)|guild system]] similar to [[Urcea]], but it was gradually weakened under the 1892 Constitution before its abolition in [[1920]]. | ||
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