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'''Otisco''' is a [[Urcea]]n territory in northern [[Crona]]. It sits in the northern end of the [[Nysdra Sea]] and borders [[Venua'tino]].
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The Otisco Rectory is comprised of two distinct landmasses separated by Phenic's Strait. South of Phenic's Strait is Skanateles, an island in the [[Nysdra Sea]]. Skanateles is relatively featureless, topographically speaking, and in terms of climate it is covered almost entirely by {{wp|boreal forests}}, with some coastal clearings where previous human activity took place during the period of [[Varshan]]i domination. North of Phenic's Strait is the Martis Peninsula, whose coastal lowlands are similar in climate and appearance to Skanateles. Further inland, the Martis Peninsula area elevates to about 50-90 feet above sea level, gently sloping upward with a handful of rocky outcroppings giving the landscape some definition. Administratively, the Rectory is divided into the "Insular Area" and "Peninsular Area", covering Skanateles and Martis, respectively.
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}}'''Jinju Island,''' usually referred to simply as '''Jinju,''' is a colonial possession of the Empire of [[Metzetta]] in the [[Ocean of Cathay]] in [[Australis]]. Indigenous peoples arrived on the island at an uncertain point in prehistory; the first Metzettan vessels arrived in 1590. The local populace was decimated by the invaders from [[Alshar]] and became a subject of the [[Emperor of Metzetta|Metzettan Emperor]]. Today the island is an important shipping hub between Metzetta and [[Stenza]], and is a member of the [[Polynesian Pact]] due to ongoing international pressure to improve the living conditions of native Polynesians.


The capital is located in [[Builui Dosi]] and local transactions are carried out in [[Metzettan Won]]. The island is directly governed by the [[General Secretary of Jinju]], who answers to the [[Government of Metzetta|Metzettan government]] on the mainland; currently this position is filled by [[Dong Mami]].
==History==
== Etymology ==
===Venua history and the Owasco===
Jinju is known in Metzi as Jinju-do (진주도) which translates literally as "Pearl Island;" the island itself was considered the ultimate pearl in the [[Imperial Regalia of Metzetta|Emperor's crown]], and pearls from the coast were shipped back to Metzetta in large quantities.
{{Main|Venua'tino}}
== History ==
For all of its history until 2032, Otisco was part of a larger region known as [[Venua'tino]], and for most of recorded history it was a peripheral part of the tribal lands of the Owasco peoples. During its association with the Owasco, the territory now known as Otisco came under foreign hegemony twice: first, at the hands of the [[Quetzenkel|Quetzen]] during their [[Venua%27tino#Quetzen_hegemony|northern hegemony]] from about [[1440]] to [[1640]], then; at the hands of [[Varshan]], during its [[Venua%27tino#Polar_Captaincy|Polar Captaincy]] period which lasted from [[1652]] through [[1964]]. During both of these periods, what Owasco peoples there were were displaced by the southerners, as the territory of Otisco provided useful harbors and an island from which to project power. Following the withdrawal of Varshan in the 1960s, its military installations in Otisco were abandoned, and ethnic Varshanis living in the area withdrew. The Owasco tribe reestablished limited political control over the sparsely populated area which was recognized by the new [[Venua'tino|League Mandate for Venua'tino]] administered by [[Urcea]]. Urcea negotiated certain rights in the territory in the [[2020]]s and began to resettle [[Varshan]]i refugees, particularly those from the [[Varshani caste system|lower castes]], in the area of Otisco. Applications for settlement were taken under the guise of "repatriation" - that is, the refugees claimed their ancestors were brought to slavery in Varshan from Venua'tino, though international observers and geneticists proved that most refugees were of varied origin and that Urcean officials did not diligently require proof of ancestry. By [[2031]], 2,000 Varshanis had been relocated to or were approved to be relocated to the territory.
=== Prehistory ===
The prehistory of Jinju is poorly studied and little academic research is ongoing. Items such as arrowheads are occasionally unearthed but the lives of the natives before Metzettans arrived is ill-understood. The chances of uncovering their languages and culture are virtually nil; however two written scripts have been uncovered at various sites, indicating a rich tapestry that may never be explored. A tall wooden idol found buried on the island suggests an indigenous religion existed at one time.
=== Arrival of Metzettans ===
Emperor Ingun sent the scholar [[Jaenan Sungho]] to explore Polynesia in the late 1500's; in 1590 he arrived with a small fleet of vessels in Jinju, the first piece of land they had seen since leaving [[Ankae]]. The travellers erected a few buildings while they stopped there and studied the locals, building supplies for the journey ahead. Jaenan instructed one vessel and crew to stay on the island while he went on to [[Stenza]] and eventually [[Loa Republic]], where he met [[Fulvio Pisani]]. The Jinju crew mercilessly slaughtered a tribe of roughly 200 individuals to secure land for their settlement, describing them as muscular and heavily tattooed. Interestingly, tattoos are not a cultural feature of any existing Jinju tribes, so it is assumed a unique subculture was eliminated in this quick battle. Word was soon returned to the [[Emperor of Metzetta|Emperor]] that a new territory had been located and could be secured with little manpower thanks to the primitive nature of the indigenous peoples. Ingun was keen to expand his empire and gladly sent more ships, soldiers and settlers, who expanded the initial landing point base into what would become [[Bului Dosi]]; literally, "The City of Fire," in reference to the technique of setting alight the thatch huts of locals to expand the Metzettan territory which allowed for the building of the new city. One local man was caged and sent back to Metzetta for study, however he did not survive the journey and his body was dumped overboard. By this time Metzettan men had started taking local wives, creating the Metzettan-Polynesian mixed race that now dominates the island.
=== Colonial Jinju ===
By the time of Emperor Wawae's coronation in 1610 the local tribes had been all but wiped out; the empire's stranglehold on the island was absolute. Naturally this caused a degree of tension between the Polynesians and the [[Alshar|Alshari]] aggressors. Determined not to lose his grip on the territory Wawae paid a bounty to Metzettans in return for killing natives, with larger sums given for more confirmed deaths. The bounty policy was largely successful, with only a small number of tribes remaining by 1630. As the Emperor himself could not leave Metzetta as the journey was far too great and he was needed at home, a local leader was installed who sent occasional reports home; this post would eventually become the General Secretary of Jinju.


Jinju's climate was excellent for growing exotic fruits and crops which would not necessarily thrive in Metzetta, therefore the remaining tribesmen were put to work on orchards and the like to supply the imperial family and noblemen with delicacies such as coconuts and durians.
In the 2030s, the Owasco negotiated a sale for the territory known as the [[Otisco Purchase]].
=== Daxian conflict ===
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=== Polynesian Uprising ===
So-and-so gets deported to PRISON ISLAND.
=== Second Great War ===
During the [[Second Great War]], Metzetta instituted a one-child policy for native Polynesians to prevent the possibility of insurrection. Jinju proved to be an invaluable base of operations for the Metzettans in naval and air battles.
=== Modern history ===
In modern times life for the people of Jinju has improved markedly since the days of early Metzettan settlement, but compared to their mainland counterparts they remain second-class citizens. In 1992 the island was allowed to field its own team in the [[Istroyan Games]] for the first time, and from then Metzetta has slowly permitted the natives greater freedoms, presumably due to the small percentage of the total population of the island they now represent.


In 2028 Jinju signed the cultural agreements of the [[Polynesian Pact]]. Critics of the government considered this a shrewd move to gain public support without actually delegating any substantial powers to the island, however it was generally a well-received decision.
==Government==
== Geography ==
Otisco is a [[Government_of_Urcea#Overseas_Possessions|civil rectory]] of [[Urcea]]; as such, it is governed as an overseas territory in accordance with the provisions of the [[Consolidated Laws of HMCM's Kingdom and State|Rectory and Overseas Territory Law]]. The territory is governed by a Rector appointed by the [[Apostolic King of Urcea]] by the non-binding advice of the [[Government of Urcea]].  
Jinju has no land borders, being surrounded on all sides by the [[Ocean of Cathay]]; it allows for [[Metzetta]] to share a maritime border with [[Stenza]] however. Jinju has an area of 9150 square miles. Jinju is not considered a province of Metzetta Proper; it is a distinct entity, albeit one with no power independent of the [[Metzettan Imperial Family]] under the banner of The Empire of Metzetta.
==Culture==
=== Climate ===
==Demographics==
=== Biodiversity ===
As of the early 2030s, the current total population of Otisco is undetermined. Approximately 2,000 [[Varshan]]i people had been relocated to the territory by mid-2032, primarily from the [[Seneca Islands]]. Many people from the Owasco peoples live on the periphery of the territory, though exact territorial boundaries and how they relate to extant communities (including grazing and nomadic groups) have not been precisely surveyed as of 2032. Besides the refugee population, several hundred ethnic Varshanis from the [[Venua%27tino#Polar_Captaincy|Polar Captaincy]] period which ended in the 1960s are thought to remain in the territory, either in small villages or living in isolated locations. Several hundred [[Urcea]]n administrators and military personnel have relocated to the territory on a semi-permanent basis as part of their various assignments.
== Politics ==
While Jinju is part of the Empire of Metzetta, it is not part of the country of [[Metzetta]], and thus is administered separately.
=== Governance ===
The [[Government of Metzetta|government]] of [[Metzetta]] directly install the leaders of Jinju. The highest authority on Jinju is the [[General Secretary of Jinju]], who is subordinate to the Emperor. Unlike on mainland Metzetta there are no local elections; all government positions are hand-picked by the Emperor and his inferiors; this is to ensure Metzetta retains control of the natives and avoids the risk of losing the territory. Ethnic Metzettans universally receive government posts in favour of Polynesians; if no suitable locals can be sourced, one will be shipped from [[Alshar]]. Since 2019 the general secretary has been [[Dong Mami]].
=== Polynesian Pact ===
''Main article: [[Polynesian Pact]]''


In response to growing international accusations of mistreatment of the natives, Metzetta allowed Jinju to sign the cultural section of the Polynesian Pact in 2028.
==Economy==
=== Law ===
[[Category:Crona]]
Metzettans are permitted to move to Jinju, however residents of Jinju must apply to move to Metzetta. For some time Polynesians were subject to a one-child policy however this law was repealed due to a lack of success and a desire for good PR.
[[Category:Subdivisions of Urcea]]
=== Military ===
[[Category:2022 Award winning pages]]
Metzetta maintains a sizeable military presence on Jinju.
=== Native interests ===
JUICY LORE ABOUT CONFLICTS OF INTEREST
=== Administrative divisions ===
THE REALLY GOOD STUFF
== Demographics ==
=== Ethnicities ===
Ethnic Metzettans outnumber Polynesians by around a factor of 10 on paper, however in reality most of the population are mixed-race Metzettan-Polynesians with only a very small number of pure Metzettans or Polynesians living on the island. The decision to identify as one or the other is mostly a political stance.
=== Education ===
One university exists on the island; [[Bului Dosi National University]]. Polynesian applications are almost never successful.
=== Language ===
All native languages were extinguished in antiquity in order to bring Metzi to the land; it remains the dominant tongue.
=== Religion ===
All native religions were extinguished in antiquity in order to bring [[Chulcheo]] to the land; it remains the dominant faith.
== Economy ==
The [[Metzettan Won]] is the official currency of Jinju. [[Hyansae Motors|Hyansae]] cars are popular on the island, and at one time so was the [[Standard People's Compact Vehicle|SCPV]]. Exotic fruits are grown on the island for export to mainland [[Metzetta]].
=== Tourism ===
Since the advent of air travel Jinju has been a popular holiday destination for middle-class Metzettans, who appreciate the convenience of already speaking the language and not needing to convert currency.
=== Shipping ===
Jinju is often used as a shipping hub between [[Australis]] and [[Metzetta]].
== Infrastructure ==
=== Transportation ===
==== Rail ====
Jinju's [[Track gauges around the world|tracks]] use the 3 foot six inch gauge found on some narrow-gauge railways in [[Metzetta]], rather than the full-sized Metzettan five foot three inch gauge. Trains are not built on the island and must be shipped in from the mainland, historically engines deemed unfit to run on Metzetta were handed down to Jinju.
==== Road ====
==== Air ====
Only two civilian airports and one military airport exist on the island, in addition to numerous smaller air bases.
==== Sea ====
=== Energy ===
Jinju is largely nuclear-powered, though in recent times renewable energy has been increasingly generated on the island.
=== Communications ===
[[Amateur radio in Metzetta|Amateur radio]] enthusiasts on Jinju broadcast using the callsign prefix MZ60.
== Culture ==
=== Native culture ===
=== Sports ===
[[Metzetta]] permitted Jinju to send their own separate team to the [[Istroyan Games]] starting with the [[Holchester 1992 Winter Games]]; prior to this the small number of athletes from Jinju who participated did so as part of the Metzettan team.
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Revision as of 16:21, 19 September 2023

Rectory of Otisco
Overseas territory of Urcea
Flag of Rectory of Otisco
Flag
Otisco Purchase17 January 2032
Cathedral CityFort St. Francis
Government
 • RectorAmbrose Hartnett
Population
 (2020)
 • TotalUndetermined
Demonym(s)Otiscan

Otisco is a Urcean territory in northern Crona. It sits in the northern end of the Nysdra Sea and borders Venua'tino.

Etymology

Geography

The Otisco Rectory is comprised of two distinct landmasses separated by Phenic's Strait. South of Phenic's Strait is Skanateles, an island in the Nysdra Sea. Skanateles is relatively featureless, topographically speaking, and in terms of climate it is covered almost entirely by boreal forests, with some coastal clearings where previous human activity took place during the period of Varshani domination. North of Phenic's Strait is the Martis Peninsula, whose coastal lowlands are similar in climate and appearance to Skanateles. Further inland, the Martis Peninsula area elevates to about 50-90 feet above sea level, gently sloping upward with a handful of rocky outcroppings giving the landscape some definition. Administratively, the Rectory is divided into the "Insular Area" and "Peninsular Area", covering Skanateles and Martis, respectively.

History

Venua history and the Owasco

For all of its history until 2032, Otisco was part of a larger region known as Venua'tino, and for most of recorded history it was a peripheral part of the tribal lands of the Owasco peoples. During its association with the Owasco, the territory now known as Otisco came under foreign hegemony twice: first, at the hands of the Quetzen during their northern hegemony from about 1440 to 1640, then; at the hands of Varshan, during its Polar Captaincy period which lasted from 1652 through 1964. During both of these periods, what Owasco peoples there were were displaced by the southerners, as the territory of Otisco provided useful harbors and an island from which to project power. Following the withdrawal of Varshan in the 1960s, its military installations in Otisco were abandoned, and ethnic Varshanis living in the area withdrew. The Owasco tribe reestablished limited political control over the sparsely populated area which was recognized by the new League Mandate for Venua'tino administered by Urcea. Urcea negotiated certain rights in the territory in the 2020s and began to resettle Varshani refugees, particularly those from the lower castes, in the area of Otisco. Applications for settlement were taken under the guise of "repatriation" - that is, the refugees claimed their ancestors were brought to slavery in Varshan from Venua'tino, though international observers and geneticists proved that most refugees were of varied origin and that Urcean officials did not diligently require proof of ancestry. By 2031, 2,000 Varshanis had been relocated to or were approved to be relocated to the territory.

In the 2030s, the Owasco negotiated a sale for the territory known as the Otisco Purchase.

Government

Otisco is a civil rectory of Urcea; as such, it is governed as an overseas territory in accordance with the provisions of the Rectory and Overseas Territory Law. The territory is governed by a Rector appointed by the Apostolic King of Urcea by the non-binding advice of the Government of Urcea.

Culture

Demographics

As of the early 2030s, the current total population of Otisco is undetermined. Approximately 2,000 Varshani people had been relocated to the territory by mid-2032, primarily from the Seneca Islands. Many people from the Owasco peoples live on the periphery of the territory, though exact territorial boundaries and how they relate to extant communities (including grazing and nomadic groups) have not been precisely surveyed as of 2032. Besides the refugee population, several hundred ethnic Varshanis from the Polar Captaincy period which ended in the 1960s are thought to remain in the territory, either in small villages or living in isolated locations. Several hundred Urcean administrators and military personnel have relocated to the territory on a semi-permanent basis as part of their various assignments.

Economy