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|leader_title1 = [[Emperor of Metzetta]] | |leader_title1 = [[Emperor of Metzetta]] | ||
|leader_name1 = [[Emperor Hachi]] | |leader_name1 = [[Emperor Hachi]] | ||
|leader_title2 = | |leader_title2 =[[War Chief of Metzetta]] | ||
|leader_name2 = | |leader_name2 =[[Dong Yuji]] | ||
|leader_title3 = [[High Priest of Metzetta]] | |leader_title3 = [[High Priest of Metzetta]] | ||
|leader_name3 = [[PPP]] | |leader_name3 = [[PPP]] | ||
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Metzettan embassies can be found in [[Urceopolis (City)|Urceopolis,]] Ninao, Minvras, Cape Town, [[Alstin (City)|Alstin]], [[Kartika]], Rakahanga, Tabish, Nicheng, Jiushi, Vencia, Bayen, Bridhavn, Cathash, [[Alahuela]], Luwenhök, Pukhjabad, Vishnasi, Kurst, Stretton, Lariana, Akwesane, Mesellianum, Albalitor and [[Mirzak]]. | Metzettan embassies can be found in [[Urceopolis (City)|Urceopolis,]] Ninao, Minvras, Cape Town, [[Alstin (City)|Alstin]], [[Kartika]], Rakahanga, Tabish, Nicheng, Jiushi, Vencia, Bayen, Bridhavn, Cathash, [[Alahuela]], Luwenhök, Pukhjabad, Vishnasi, Kurst, Stretton, Lariana, Akwesane, Mesellianum, Albalitor and [[Mirzak]]. | ||
===Military === | ===Military === | ||
''Main article: [[ | ''Main article: [[Metzettan Imperial Armed Forces]]'' | ||
Metzetta sources military hardware it does not have the capacity to produce itself from [[Caphiria]]. Meat-based rations are provided by [[Corumm]]. | Metzetta sources military hardware it does not have the capacity to produce itself from [[Caphiria]]. Meat-based rations are provided by [[Corumm]]. | ||
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The language of Metzetta is [[Metzi]], a language isolate. It is written using the Hangul alphabet. Most students study [[Julian Ænglish|English]] as part of their education, with some optionally taking on [[Corummese]], Shingtoese, Burgoignesc or [[Caphiric Latin|Latin]] as well. Metzi is spoken by a minority of citizens in [[Duamacia]]. | The language of Metzetta is [[Metzi]], a language isolate. It is written using the Hangul alphabet. Most students study [[Julian Ænglish|English]] as part of their education, with some optionally taking on [[Corummese]], Shingtoese, Burgoignesc or [[Caphiric Latin|Latin]] as well. Metzi is spoken by a minority of citizens in [[Duamacia]]. | ||
===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. Catholicism is most prominent in [[Ankae]], as missionaries often arrived in the port city and decided to stay there. | 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. [[Catholic Church|Catholicism]] is most prominent in [[Ankae]], as missionaries often arrived in the port city and decided to stay there beginning with the arrival of [[Fulvio Pisani]] in the early 1600s; [[Christianity in Metzetta]] is notable for originating the [[Moravian Church]]. | ||
====Metzettan Cosmology (Chulcheo) ==== | ====Metzettan Cosmology (Chulcheo) ==== | ||
Metzetta's (almost certainly apocryphal) first Emperor was said to be descended directly from the gods. The country's mythical early history was compiled in the [[Iyagi-seda]], one of the earliest history books developed in the region. A High Priest has been installed as long as Metzetta has had an Emperor and their lineage is similarly well-documented. | Metzetta's (almost certainly apocryphal) first Emperor was said to be descended directly from the gods. The country's mythical early history was compiled in the [[Iyagi-seda]], one of the earliest history books developed in the region. A High Priest has been installed as long as Metzetta has had an Emperor and their lineage is similarly well-documented. | ||
The progenitor of all things in Chulcheo is Nalag, the primordial force of chaos. From Nalag came Sim-yeon, the god of the sea, an enormous red whale whose tail causes the waves, and Haneul, goddess of the sky, a gigantic bird whose wings cause the wind. Sim-yeon and Haneul's child was Hwasan, a great bear who raised the land from the sea and raised the mountains above the land. Hwasan created Ip, who placed the plants upon the land, Uloe who caused thunder and lightning, and Ugi, the rain god. Before retreating to the Moon, Nalag also created Majimag, the god of death, a skeleton who puffs a pipe until the smoke forms demons, and Taeyang, the sun. Majimag in turn created Ssaum, the god of war. Taeyang had 3 daughters: Hwajae, the goddess of love and fire; Jihye, the goddess of knowledge; and Won-in, the goddess of fertility. Jihye became the mother of the demigods, while Won-in gave birth to all the beasts and animals of the land. | The progenitor of all things in [[Chulcheo]] is Nalag, the primordial force of chaos. From Nalag came Sim-yeon, the god of the sea, an enormous red whale whose tail causes the waves, and Haneul, goddess of the sky, a gigantic bird whose wings cause the wind. Sim-yeon and Haneul's child was Hwasan, a great bear who raised the land from the sea and raised the mountains above the land. Hwasan created Ip, who placed the plants upon the land, Uloe who caused thunder and lightning, and Ugi, the rain god. Before retreating to the Moon, Nalag also created Majimag, the god of death, a skeleton who puffs a pipe until the smoke forms demons, and Taeyang, the sun. Majimag in turn created Ssaum, the god of war. Taeyang had 3 daughters: Hwajae, the goddess of love and fire; Jihye, the goddess of knowledge; and Won-in, the goddess of fertility. Jihye became the mother of the demigods, while Won-in gave birth to all the beasts and animals of the land. | ||
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-jo|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-jo|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. | ||
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Public transport is provided by the Metzettan government. | Public transport is provided by the Metzettan government. | ||
====Rail==== | ====Rail==== | ||
''Main article:'' | ''Main article: [[MetzRail]]'' | ||
Metzetta uses the somewhat unusual [[Track gauges around the world|rail gauge]] of 1600mm (5ft 3in), meaning its trains are incompatible with tracks of most other nations of the world, necessitating a change of trains when leaving the country's rail network. This rail gauge is also used by [[Kiravia]]. The slightly wider tracks allow for larger cylinders, useful for pulling trains up the hilly terrain of the countryside. Rail transport and freight is a public enterprise in Metzetta. Several cities offer a [[Rapid transit systems around the world|subway system]] and a vestigial narrow-gauge (3ft 6in gauge) network operates in tandem with the main network. A tram system operates in [[Dengjo]], and elevated light rail can be found in [[Jaegyu]]. | Metzetta uses the somewhat unusual [[Track gauges around the world|rail gauge]] of 1600mm (5ft 3in), meaning its trains are incompatible with tracks of most other nations of the world, necessitating a change of trains when leaving the country's rail network. This rail gauge is also used by [[Kiravia]]. The slightly wider tracks allow for larger cylinders, useful for pulling trains up the hilly terrain of the countryside. Rail transport and freight is a public enterprise in Metzetta. Several cities offer a [[Rapid transit systems around the world|subway system]] and a vestigial narrow-gauge (3ft 6in gauge) network operates in tandem with the main network. A tram system operates in [[Dengjo]], and elevated light rail can be found in [[Jaegyu]]. | ||
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The Metzettan Highway System mostly runs North-South routes due to the mountain range running down the middle of the country, though there are several East-West crossings including several tunnels. [[Bus transport in Metzetta|Buses]] provide local and national public transport links. | The Metzettan Highway System mostly runs North-South routes due to the mountain range running down the middle of the country, though there are several East-West crossings including several tunnels. [[Bus transport in Metzetta|Buses]] provide local and national public transport links. | ||
====Air==== | ====Air==== | ||
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[[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. | [[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. | ||
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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, with plans for similar services in [[Ankae]], [[Jamsu]] and [[Inyang]] to open before 2030. The country's [[Top-Level Domains|top-level domain code]] is .[[.mz|mz]]. Rural regions have been slow to adopt fibre-optic broadband, with many isolated households still using dial-up modems. Metzetta's [[Country Codes|international calling code]] is +99. | Metzetta's capital of [[Hanzeong]] has offered free city-wide public Wi-Fi since 2024, with plans for similar services in [[Ankae]], [[Jamsu]] and [[Inyang]] to open before 2030. The country's [[Top-Level Domains|top-level domain code]] is .[[.mz|mz]]. Rural regions have been slow to adopt fibre-optic broadband, with many isolated households still using dial-up modems. Metzetta's [[Country Codes|international calling code]] is +99. [[Amateur radio in Metzetta|Amateur radio]] is a popular hobby in Metzetta; domestic callsigns begin with the prefix MZ and the [[International League of Radio Amateurs]] is based in the country. | ||
===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. Metzetta's postal codes are written in the format LLNN-NNNL, where L is a letter and N is a number; for example Hanzeong City Hall's postal code is YG01-355A. The first two digits represent Yang District in Hanzeong; there are over 50 of these two-letter abbreviations. | 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. Metzetta's postal codes are written in the format LLNN-NNNL, where L is a letter and N is a number; for example Hanzeong City Hall's postal code is YG01-355A. The first two digits represent Yang District in Hanzeong; there are over 50 of these two-letter abbreviations. | ||
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''Main article: [[Metzettan Art]]'' | ''Main article: [[Metzettan Art]]'' | ||
Art in Metzetta tends towards naturalistic subjects such as landscapes, flowers and birds. Paintings were traditionally done in ink on Mulberry paper. | |||
=== Architecture=== | === Architecture=== | ||
''Main article: [[Metzettan Architecture]]'' | ''Main article: [[Metzettan Architecture]]'' | ||
Traditional Metzettan homes are known as ''meok.'' Shrines and palaces have represented the pinnacle of Metzettan architecture for their entire history, often lavishly and colourfully decorated. [[Jangeomhan Gungjeon]] is among the nation's most well known architectural sites. In modern times, several supertall structures are planned to make use of limited city real estate. | |||
===Cuisine=== | ===Cuisine=== | ||
''Main article: [[Cuisine in Metzetta]]'' | ''Main article: [[Cuisine in Metzetta]]'' | ||
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A dedicated video games industry exists in Metzetta thanks to the Metzettan youth's love for the medium. While a small number of video games were created in the 1970's, the medium's real move into the mainstream came in the 1980's when dedicated video arcades began to appear. PC and console gaming became widely adopted starting in the 1990's. | A dedicated video games industry exists in Metzetta thanks to the Metzettan youth's love for the medium. While a small number of video games were created in the 1970's, the medium's real move into the mainstream came in the 1980's when dedicated video arcades began to appear. PC and console gaming became widely adopted starting in the 1990's. | ||
====Theatre==== | ====Theatre==== | ||
Metzettan theatre performances were originally done in courtyards but which have now moved to stages; the artform remains vibrant today domestically but is little heard-of abroad. Early productions had no fixed script, instead being passed down orally. | |||
===Holidays=== | ===Holidays=== | ||
''Main article: [[Holidays in Metzetta]]'' | ''Main article: [[Holidays in Metzetta]]'' | ||
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''Main article: [[Gardens in Metzetta]]'' | ''Main article: [[Gardens in Metzetta]]'' | ||
Terraced flower beds are a common feature in traditional Metzettan gardens. | |||
===Galleries, Museums & Libraries=== | ===Galleries, Museums & Libraries=== | ||
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==See also== | ==See also== | ||
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[[Category:Metzetta]] | [[Category:Metzetta]] | ||