Algosh Republic

Algosh Republic
Flag State emblem
Motto: Genawadni' ua' Thoqhyop Salqa (The world belongs to those who can coexist within it)
Location of the Algosh Republic (green) in northern Crona (gray). Other dependencies of Urcea and NSTA members are depicted in light green.
Capital and	Kaigwa
Official languages	Algosh
Religion	M'acunism
Government	Julian republic
• National Hierarch	Fel-ajani I
• Hierarch of the Treasury	Paka-antini
• Chancellor and Assembly Majority Leader	Jala-meni
Legislature	National Assembly
Establishment
• End of the Final War of the Deluge	2025
• Republic proclaimed	2026
Population
• 2026 estimate	34,502,665
GDP (nominal)	estimate
• Total	$213,295,475,030
• Per capita	$6,182

The Algosh Republic is a country in Cusinaut. The Algosh Republic was formed from the ethnic Algosh heartlands of the former Hierarchy of Algoquona, excluding many of the periphery tribes and ethnic groups who became independent following the Final War of the Deluge.

The Algosh Republic is a member of the Nysdra Sea Treaty Association.

Geography

The Algosh Republic sits within the northern third of the Cusinaut peninsula on the northwestern coast of the Nysdra Sea.

History

Pre-Republican history

Main article: Algoquona § History

Occupation

Further information: Final War of the Deluge

The occupation of former Algoquona began piecemeal, as several Hierarchs obstinately held out even after the surrender of the central government. The majority of territory within the modern borders of the Republic were occupied by the end of summer 2024. The areas partitioned under the post-war settlement were largely pacified by this time, though some Algosh commands in Ashkenang continued a low level insurgency through early 2025.

Throughout late 2024 and early 2025, the Urcean Royal and Imperial Army spread out throughout the country, occupying key garrisons and taking stock of available resources and existing infrastructure. During this period, the Military Rectory of Kaigwa was established as the military government of the region. Martin St. Clair, as theater commander, served as nominal Military Rector but delegated authority to his Deputy Rector, Pra. Sen. Cormac Bruno of the Royal Marine Corps. Bruno's government focused on the indexing of available resources of the state and enhanced local efforts at surveying existing physical and institutional infrastructure. On 18 October 2024, the DNID established headquarters in Kaigwa. The DNID began efforts to liaise with local officials about reeducation efforts as well as investments in the rebuilding economy. As part of that effort, ACED planted its headquarters on 1 November 2024 and began to distribute loans both to private citizens and provisional local governments to facilitate rebuilding the state. On 3 January 2025, Bruno appointed Jala-meni, a prominent reform activist, as head of a commission of Algosh civilian advisors. This commission, the Commission on Public Affairs of the Algosh State (CPAAS), represented the first body of Algosh civilians in a public role in the transition period, albeit in an advisory capacity.

On 10 Feburary 2025, DNID and CPAAS began the long process of constructing the basic framework of a new Algosh state. These talks concluded with an agreement between both parties to begin elections for a constitutional convention, but the agreement also stated that such elections and convention could not be held until 2026 "at the earliest". Later, on 4 May 2025, Deputy Rector Bruno issued the Decree on Prices and Productivity, an act which began the liberalization of the economy by repealing previous price controls and state monopolies. The decree was devised by DNID and CPAAS in consultation and implemented by ACED. On 1 June, a proclamation was issued by CPAAS in the name of the Deputy Rector which conferred on most Algosh the "name and rights of citizen". The only group not included were all former Hierarchs as well as some senior military officials; the proclamation had the practical effect of absolving most military personnel of their role in the regime, opening the door for their reintegration into society. On 10 October, the occcupation government established a date for elections to the constitutional convention - 1 January, with the convention to begin on 1 February. The convention would use the old Hierarchies as a base constituency for the time being, with 100 overall delegates apportioned to each Hierarchy by population.

On 1 January 2026, under the supervision of the Royal and Imperial Army and volunteers associated with CPAAS, the convention election was held with no irregularities or problems, a momentous event in the history of the Algosh people.

Government

The Algosh Republic, as its name would suggest, is a federal republic employing a basic Urcean-style republican system, with a head of state, a chief executive, and a legislative head of government. Many of the titles and honors included within these republican roles - especially National Hierarch and Hierarch of the Treasury - are modeled after the traditional titles and honors of the military rulers of Algoquona, also called hierarchs, but are instead chosen by election. The nation is governed under the Hierarchical Canon of 2027, which serves as the nation's constitution. It reflects the basic separation of powers implicit within the Government of Urcea and includes a bill of rights modeled after the Great Bull of 1811. Elections in the Algosh Republic occur on years beginning with "0" and "5". The first election was held in 2030.

The Hierarchs

Within the Algosh constitution, there are two Hierarchs - the National Hierarch, who serves as head of state and symbol of continuity of the Algosh people, and the Hierarch of the Treasury, the chief executive largely responsible for the day-to-day administration of the state. In the context of a Urcean-style republican system, the National Hierarch's role was inspired by that of the Apostolic King of Urcea, whereas the Hierarch of the Treasury was inspired by the role of the Procurator in Urcea.

The National Hierarch is elected a single fifteen year term and uses regnal names and numbering, with the name of the Hierarch serving as the regnal era of the Algosh calendar. The role of the National Hierarch is somewhat limited and serves as a symbolic embodiment of the constitution, but the role does have the authority to appoint both the nation's foreign ambassadors and diplomats as well as judges. Additionally, the National Hierarch nominates the Captains-General of the nation's federal units, the Captaincies, to be confirmed by a vote by the Assembly. The National Hierarch has a suspensive veto, but this authority can only be used to delay consideration of a measure by the Assembly for six months, and cannot be used more than once on a specific legislative initiative during any term of the Assembly. The National Hierarch is prohibited from having any role in the Algosh military due to the legacy of the Algosh coup, though the nation's disarmed status makes this distinction largely nominal. The office of National Hierarch is non-partisan, and candidates running for it are prohibited by law from being associated with any political party.

The Hierarch of the Treasury is elected nationally to five year terms with no term limit. The office serves as chief executive and directs the affairs of the government through the role's authority as head of the national treasury. Accordingly, all cabinet officials take direction from the Hierarch of the Treasury. The office functionally oversees the daily affairs of the Republic, serves as the commander-in-chief of the nation's nominal armed forces, and can propose budgets and legislation directly to the National Assembly. The Hierarch also oversees the nation's foreign policy in conjunction with the National Hierarch, as the latter is responsible for appointing the nation's ambassadors and diplomats. Unlike in Urcea and some other Julian systems, the Hierarch of the Treasury may not serve as a member of the National Assembly, ensuring that the office remains distinct from that of the legislative leader. All cabinet members are also prohibited from serving as members of the legislature during their term in the cabinet.

National Assembly

The National Assembly is the national unicameral legislature of the Algosh Republic. Its 263 members are elected from 200 districts apportioned once per decade between the nation's 10 captaincies, with 63 remaining members elected at-large. Its elections are held every five years in years beginning in "0" and "5". It holds authority over all matters of law and all treaties, and it cannot be dissolved.

The leader of the Assembly is the Chancellor and Assembly Majority Leader, who holds both a political role within the Assembly and an administrative role within the national treasury, functionally making the Chancellor the head of government. The Chancellor, on behalf of the Assembly, is responsible for appointing members of the national cabinet. Although the cabinet is compelled to take direction from the Hierarch of the Treasury, they are nonetheless responsible to the Chancellor.

Captaincies

The Captaincy is the basic federal unit of the Republic, replacing the hierarches of Algoquona. The nation is divided into ten Captaincies. These units were established along new lines, with each centering on one major urban area within the coutnry, intentionally ignoring old hierarchical or cultural/ethnic lines. The Captaincies all have a popularly elected legislatures serving the same term as the national legislature. The Captains-General of the Captaincies are nominated by the National Hierarch for terms coinciding with the legislative term and confirmed by the National Assembly, and any Captain-General can only serve a single term consecutively. The Captains-General have relatively standard executive authority over their Captaincy, but any action taken by them can be overturned by a 3/5ths veto of the legislature, including administrative actions.

Politics

Politics in the Algosh Republic are roughly evenly divided between traditionalists and reformers. The traditionalists, represented by the National Honor Front (NHF) are closely associated with the old military; although all former Hierarchs and many senior military officials are barred from holding office or voting, most officers and soldiers were given full rights as citizens of the Republic. Traditionalists seek to restore the honor of the Algosh people militarily through rearmament, a negotiated reclamation of some lost territories, and the reestablishment of some traditional institutions, such as the replacement of the Captaincies with the traditional Hierarchies. The reformers, represented by the Algosh Rebirth League (ARL), are associated with the burgeoning middle class and are considered to be Occidentalizers, although this label is considered to be a generalization by most. The ARL is generally pro-NSTA, in favor of pan-Nysdrine trade, restoring the diplomatic reputation of the Algosh abroad, foreign investments, and is also a defender of the current political order. Several smaller parties also exist, including irredentists, M'acunist fundamentalists, and other single-issue parties.

In the 2030 elections, the Algosh Rebirth League won 148 of 263 seats in the National Assembly as well as the office of Hierarch of the Treasury as well as the legislature of every Captaincy, sweeping partisan offices. Jala-meni, elected the first Chancellor of the Republic, was an instrumental figure in guiding the nation through the occupation, and was previously an outspoken critic of the military government. The National Hierarch elected in 2030, Fel-ajani I, is non-partisan but is viewed to be more broadly traditionalist-leaning than reform-minded.

Culture

Algosh culture predates the republic by centuries.

The Algosh culture is undergoing significant changes as a result of the end of Algoquona and its traditional role over north-central Cusinaut, traditionally dominating smaller groups of people and greatly emphasizing their martial character. Within Algosh culture itself, scholars, politicians, and celebrities alike are reportedly trying to find what it means to be "Algosh alone" - that is, a distinct people without reference to external martial or geopolitical characteristics. Within that context, many small rituals and previously unremarked daily practices of the Algosh are receiving renewed attention and public elevation as unique and distinguishing cultural traditions. The government of the Republic has spent considerable amounts of both time and capital into cultural awareness and revival organizations as part of an overall scheme of nation-building. Many Occidental scholars have noted the relative unique position of a centuries-old people requiring state-funded nation-building, and believe that it speaks to the significant place that martial domination of others had in pre-republican Algosh culture.

Lacrosse is the most popular sport in the Republic, followed by soccer. Due to the poor cultural and political relations between Algoquona and NSTA, the Northern Crona Lacrosse Association (NCLA) was prohibited from being aired on Algoquonan television. Instead, the national Algosh Homeland League (AHL) was the most popular lacrosse league in the country. The Final War of the Deluge functionally brought an end to the league, as aerial bombing and other military disruptions precluded the ability of the League to continue operations. Additionally, as the war drained Algosh manpower, most of the league's stars were conscripted and then killed in action. The Algosh people largely continued to play lacrosse as a street-and-farm game. When the NCLA became available to Algosh viewers for the first time, it immediately became the most popular lacrosse offering in the country, though unlike other Cusinauti countries, there was significant resistance to the Association among more nationalist Algosh. A revived AHL was formed and operated between 2027 and 2030 but eventually folded due to lack of sponsorships and investment, all of which went to the NCLA. Beginning in the 2030s, many of the best Algosh players began to move to New Harren in order to play in the Association. Kaigwa is considered a possible future home of an NCLA expansion team, but issues - both lack of local capital and continued opposition to the "Occidental league" in some quarters - plague the possibility of expansion to the Republic.

Demographics

Linguistic Demographics

The Algosh language is spoken by nearly every resident of the Algosh Republic and is the native language of the Algosh people.

Economy

The Algosh Republic's economy is considered developing. Economists have noted that it projects to have moderately strong growth in the future, both due to the effects of liberalization on the economy as well as the potential for major economic reconstruction and restructuring due to the lasting devastation of war on the country.

Military

As a result of the Final War of the Deluge, the Algosh people are effectively disarmed under the terms of the establishment of the republic. Accordingly, the nation is primarily defended by the Urcean Royal and Imperial Army and Royal Air Force. A limited exception to this comes in the form of the Republic's participation within the Nysdra Sea Guard, which employs many former enlisted and officers who were previously members of the small, but professional, navy of Algoquona.