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{{Infobox country | {{Infobox country | ||
|conventional_long_name = Empire of Metzetta | |conventional_long_name = Empire of Metzetta | ||
|native_name = ''NATIVE'' ([[ | |native_name = ''NATIVE'' ([[Metzi]]) | ||
|image_flag = MetzettanFlagLarge.png | |image_flag = MetzettanFlagLarge.png | ||
|alt_flag = Flag of Metzetta | |alt_flag = Flag of Metzetta | ||
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|national_motto = MOTTO | |national_motto = MOTTO | ||
|englishmotto = ("ENGMOTTO") | |englishmotto = ("ENGMOTTO") | ||
|national_anthem = | |national_anthem = [[Atop Mount Riwa]] | ||
|royal_anthem = | |royal_anthem = | ||
|other_symbol_type = <!--Use if a further symbol exists, e.g. hymn--> | |other_symbol_type = <!--Use if a further symbol exists, e.g. hymn--> | ||
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Metzetta is a developed country which faces an aging population problem. The populace benefit from a high-speed train network and globally influential music and film sectors. The official language, [[Metzi]], is written using Hangul, and is considered a language isolate. | Metzetta is a developed country which faces an aging population problem. The populace benefit from a high-speed train network and globally influential music and film sectors. The official language, [[Metzi]], is written using Hangul, and is considered a language isolate. | ||
==Etymology == | ==Etymology== | ||
The ancient kingdom of [[Meseda-jo|Meseda]] derived its name from "Me" (메) meaning hill or mountain, and "Seda" (섿아) meaning fierce, strong or powerful; altogether the name translated as "Fierce Hill" or "Powerful Mountain" in reference not only to the mountainous terrain of the region, but also specifically to Adamant Hill where the Emperor's castle stood in Hanzeong. By the time Meseda had conquered the neighbouring kingdoms, the spelling and pronunciations of the root words had changed to "Mettu" (멛두) and "Zetta" (ㅿ엗다) from which the modern name is drawn. | The ancient kingdom of [[Meseda-jo|Meseda]] derived its name from "Me" (메) meaning hill or mountain, and "Seda" (섿아) meaning fierce, strong or powerful; altogether the name translated as "Fierce Hill" or "Powerful Mountain" in reference not only to the mountainous terrain of the region, but also specifically to Adamant Hill where the Emperor's castle stood in Hanzeong. By the time Meseda had conquered the neighbouring kingdoms, the spelling and pronunciations of the root words had changed to "Mettu" (멛두) and "Zetta" (ㅿ엗다) from which the modern name is drawn. | ||
==History== | == History== | ||
Local legends hold that Metzetta and the surrounding lands were created by the gods; archaeological evidence has not yet been found to support this version of events. | Local legends hold that Metzetta and the surrounding lands were created by the gods; archaeological evidence has not yet been found to support this version of events. | ||
===Prehistory=== | ===Prehistory=== | ||
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===Feudal Metzetta=== | ===Feudal Metzetta=== | ||
By 300 AD Metzetta's borders had arrived in roughly the configuration seen today. | By 300 AD Metzetta's borders had arrived in roughly the configuration seen today. | ||
===Modern Metzetta=== | ===Modern Metzetta === | ||
Levantine allies successfully induce Metzetta, to that point neutral, to join the war on the side of the allies on March 30th, 1935. On the same date, Jalqolak falls to Corummese forces following a brutal 2 month campaign, heightening the stakes of the eastern war. | Levantine allies successfully induce Metzetta, to that point neutral, to join the war on the side of the allies on March 30th, 1935. On the same date, Jalqolak falls to Corummese forces following a brutal 2 month campaign, heightening the stakes of the eastern war. | ||
==Geography == | ==Geography == | ||
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===Biodiversity=== | ===Biodiversity=== | ||
Metzetta is home to many diverse species of flora and fauna, some of which are endemic to the country (found nowhere else in the world), particularly in the south-eastern island territories. | Metzetta is home to many diverse species of flora and fauna, some of which are endemic to the country (found nowhere else in the world), particularly in the south-eastern island territories. | ||
== Politics== | ==Politics== | ||
Metzettan citizens are very fond of their Emperor. | Metzettan citizens are very fond of their Emperor. | ||
===Government=== | ===Government=== | ||
Metzetta has always existed under the direct rule of the Emperor. | Metzetta has always existed under the direct rule of the Emperor. | ||
==== Metzettan Royal Family ==== | ====Metzettan Royal Family==== | ||
The Metzettan Imperial Family represent the pinnacle of the aristocracy in Metzetta, and have marriage links to royal families in Urcea, Grajnidar and Arcerion. The Emperor/Empress are the ultimate authority, followed by their spouse who is followed in turn by the heir to the throne. Members often hold additional titles (Dukedoms, Earldoms, Baronies) in addition to their Imperial titles. | |||
===Administrative Divisions=== | ===Administrative Divisions=== | ||
content about areas, settlements, twinned cities, etc | content about areas, settlements, twinned cities, etc | ||
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content about constitution, human rights, etc | content about constitution, human rights, etc | ||
===Foreign Relations=== | ===Foreign Relations=== | ||
Historically one of Metzetta's favourite diplomatic tools was the arranged marriage between a high-ranking foreigner and a cadet member of the Imperial Family. | |||
=== Military=== | ===Military=== | ||
weapons-grade content | weapons-grade content | ||
==Demographics== | ==Demographics== | ||
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Metzetta has a population of roughly 77,000,000. | Metzetta has a population of roughly 77,000,000. | ||
===Education=== | ===Education=== | ||
Metzetta boasts several ancient universities and its citizens place a high value on educating themselves and their children. | |||
===Language=== | ===Language=== | ||
The language of Metzetta is Metzi, a language isolate. It is written using the Hangul alphabet. | The language of Metzetta is Metzi, a language isolate. It is written using the Hangul alphabet. | ||
===Religion === | ===Religion=== | ||
The indigenous account of the origin of the universe in Metzetta is known as [[Chulcheo]], which is explored briefly below. For most of recorded history Chulcheo was regarded as plain fact, and despite all scientific evidence pointing to the contrary, many locals still retain their beliefs in the old gods. Other religions such as Buddhism exist only as a minority, and among the younger generations abandoning religion entirely is becoming the norm. | The indigenous account of the origin of the universe in Metzetta is known as [[Chulcheo]], which is explored briefly below. For most of recorded history Chulcheo was regarded as plain fact, and despite all scientific evidence pointing to the contrary, many locals still retain their beliefs in the old gods. Other religions such as Buddhism exist only as a minority, and among the younger generations abandoning religion entirely is becoming the norm. | ||
====Metzettan Cosmology (Chulcheo)==== | ====Metzettan Cosmology (Chulcheo)==== | ||
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Ssaum and Hwajae had a daughter; Dalrae, the first woman. This is the mythical origin of the human race. Dalrae and the demigod of the stars, Byeol, had many children, the first of whom was Yang, the founder of Meseda-jo and one of the most important figures in Metzettan legend. From these few figures all the men and women of the world are said to be descended. While it is not true in reality than the human race originated in Metzetta, this origin tale indicates that the people of other lands went forth from Metzetta to found their respective countries. | Ssaum and Hwajae had a daughter; Dalrae, the first woman. This is the mythical origin of the human race. Dalrae and the demigod of the stars, Byeol, had many children, the first of whom was Yang, the founder of Meseda-jo and one of the most important figures in Metzettan legend. From these few figures all the men and women of the world are said to be descended. While it is not true in reality than the human race originated in Metzetta, this origin tale indicates that the people of other lands went forth from Metzetta to found their respective countries. | ||
===Health === | ===Health=== | ||
Metzetta offers its citizens free healthcare, and boasts high life expectancy rates. With birth rates falling, the population is aging rapidly. Advanced medical facilities such as MRI scanners are readily available. Tourists must pay to access Metzettan medical care. Smoking is common in Metzetta, causing concern amongst the country's medical experts. | Metzetta offers its citizens free healthcare, and boasts high life expectancy rates. With birth rates falling, the population is aging rapidly. Advanced medical facilities such as MRI scanners are readily available. Tourists must pay to access Metzettan medical care. Smoking is common in Metzetta, causing concern amongst the country's medical experts. | ||
==Economy== | ==Economy== | ||
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The [[Metzettan Won]] is the nation's currency, minted by the Bank of Metzetta. The word "won" means "round" in reference to the shape of the coins, which were originally minted with square holes. Many variations have been produced and coin collecting is a popular hobby. Currently coins are minted in values of ₩1, ₩5, ₩10, ₩50, ₩100 and ₩500, though ₩1 and ₩5 coins are becoming increasingly rare as inflation renders them obsolete. Banknotes are currently minted in denominations of ₩1000, ₩5000, ₩10,000, ₩50,000 and ₩100,000. Coins and banknotes in other denominations have been produced in the past and unusual denominations are sometimes minted for commemorative purposes. Common subjects depicted on coins and banknotes include Emperors, flowers, birds and architecture. | The [[Metzettan Won]] is the nation's currency, minted by the Bank of Metzetta. The word "won" means "round" in reference to the shape of the coins, which were originally minted with square holes. Many variations have been produced and coin collecting is a popular hobby. Currently coins are minted in values of ₩1, ₩5, ₩10, ₩50, ₩100 and ₩500, though ₩1 and ₩5 coins are becoming increasingly rare as inflation renders them obsolete. Banknotes are currently minted in denominations of ₩1000, ₩5000, ₩10,000, ₩50,000 and ₩100,000. Coins and banknotes in other denominations have been produced in the past and unusual denominations are sometimes minted for commemorative purposes. Common subjects depicted on coins and banknotes include Emperors, flowers, birds and architecture. | ||
===Agriculture=== | ===Agriculture=== | ||
With a relatively small amount of arable land for a country of its size, most Metzettan crops are sold domestically, with very little produced for the export market. Metzettan farmers are very proud of the unique cultivars of fruits, vegetables and other plants they maintain, some of which have been the family business for generations. Most homes include a small food garden. | |||
===Industry=== | ===Industry=== | ||
Industrial content | Industrial content | ||
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====Road==== | ====Road==== | ||
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====Air ==== | ====Air==== | ||
Metzettair is the government-owned flag-carrier for the country, operating both domestic and international flights. A small number of private airlines have appeared in the past few decades to provide budget vacations. Hanzeong International Airport is the largest airport in the country. | |||
==== Sea==== | ====Sea==== | ||
Metzetta has a strong seafaring tradition given its ample coastline and many island territories. | |||
===Energy=== | ===Energy === | ||
Historically Metzetta was a coal-powered nation but this system has been supplanted by nuclear energy, and to a lesser extent, other renewable sources such as wind, geothermal, solar, tidal and hydroelectric power. Nearly 75% of Metzetta's energy is produced in Nuclear power plants, with plans to retire the few remaining coal plants well underway. It is not uncommon for private citizens to generate some of their own electricity through the use of a small wind turbine or bank of solar panels. Energy is not a private industry in Metzetta and all power plants are controlled by Energy For Metzetta, a government agency. | Historically Metzetta was a coal-powered nation but this system has been supplanted by nuclear energy, and to a lesser extent, other renewable sources such as wind, geothermal, solar, tidal and hydroelectric power. Nearly 75% of Metzetta's energy is produced in Nuclear power plants, with plans to retire the few remaining coal plants well underway. It is not uncommon for private citizens to generate some of their own electricity through the use of a small wind turbine or bank of solar panels. Energy is not a private industry in Metzetta and all power plants are controlled by Energy For Metzetta, a government agency. | ||
===Internet & Telecommunications=== | === Internet & Telecommunications=== | ||
Metzetta's capital of Hanzeong has offered free city-wide public Wi-Fi since 2024. The country's top-level domain code is .mz. | |||
===Postal Service=== | === Postal Service=== | ||
The Imperial Postal Service operates in Metzetta under the control of the government. They often issue commemorative stamps and collecting them was once a popular hobby. | |||
==Culture== | ==Culture== | ||
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===Architecture=== | ===Architecture=== | ||
ccoonntteenntt | ccoonntteenntt about shrines | ||
===Cuisine=== | ===Cuisine=== | ||
delicious content | delicious content | ||
===Literature & Philosophy=== | ===Literature & Philosophy=== | ||
content | content about poetry | ||
=== Music=== | ===Music=== | ||
anyway here's Wonderwall | anyway here's Wonderwall | ||
===Media=== | ===Media=== | ||
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====Television==== | ====Television==== | ||
content | content | ||
====Film ==== | ====Film==== | ||
content | content | ||
====Press==== | ====Press==== | ||
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===Holidays=== | ===Holidays=== | ||
content about days off work, festivals, traditions | content about days off work, festivals, traditions | ||
=== Fashion=== | ===Fashion=== | ||
content on traditional and contemporary dress | content on traditional and contemporary dress | ||
=== Sports=== | ===Sports=== | ||
content about wrestling, boxing, ice hockey, etc (all the ones with fighting) | content about wrestling, boxing, ice hockey, etc (all the ones with fighting) | ||
===Symbols=== | ===Symbols === | ||
content (remember to add to National Symbols page) | content (remember to add to National Symbols page) | ||
===Folklore=== | ===Folklore === | ||
content | content | ||
===Gardens=== | ===Gardens=== | ||