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Stenza occupies a position on the northern edge of [[Australis]], sitting at the top of its the island sub-continent '''Peratra ny lanitra lehibe atsimo''' (''Ring of the Great Southern Heaven''), commonly referred to as [[Peratra]]. The country is home to various climates, thanks to its dividing mountain range. The mountain range, called the '''Tula'au o Tina''' (''Spine of Mother''), has historically been seen as a dividing factor, not just topographically but also demographically. | Stenza occupies a position on the northern edge of [[Australis]], sitting at the top of its the island sub-continent '''Peratra ny lanitra lehibe atsimo''' (''Ring of the Great Southern Heaven''), commonly referred to as [[Peratra]]. The country is home to various climates, thanks to its dividing mountain range. The mountain range, called the '''Tula'au o Tina''' (''Spine of Mother''), has historically been seen as a dividing factor, not just topographically but also demographically. | ||
===Climate and Environment=== | ===Climate and Environment=== | ||
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==Culture== | ==Culture== | ||
Stenza's culture draws a lot from two distinct sources: Its Polynesian nature as an island state, and the influence Daxia has had on its culture during the colonial era. As an effect of this, Stenzans frequently have Polynesian given names and Daxian surnames, or vice versa. Emphasis has been placed on Stenza's Polynesian heritage over the last few years however, with Stenza aiming to characterize itself as a center of Polynesian culture. | Stenza's culture draws a lot from two distinct sources: Its Polynesian nature as an island state, and the influence Daxia has had on its culture during the colonial era. As an effect of this, Stenzans frequently have Polynesian given names and Daxian surnames, or vice versa. Emphasis has been placed on Stenza's Polynesian heritage over the last few years however, with Stenza aiming to characterize itself as a center of Polynesian culture. With the Tula'au o Tina mountain range dividing the country, the land north and westof the mountain range has a higher degree of Daxian influence, while the land south and east of the mountain range has a higher degree of Polynesian influence. This has to do with the fact that the Daxians were never able to fully make their way across the mountains. | ||
Stenza's aim to become a source of Polynesian culture is visible through the [[Polynesian Pact]], a Stenzan-funded international organization aimed at spreading and celebrating the Polynesian culture. Through this pact, Stenza is heavily involved in cultural exchange with other partner nations. The organization provides education on Stenza's pre-colonial history and culture throughout the country itself, with museums and festivals being commonly funded by the organization. | Stenza's aim to become a source of Polynesian culture is visible through the [[Polynesian Pact]], a Stenzan-funded international organization aimed at spreading and celebrating the Polynesian culture. Through this pact, Stenza is heavily involved in cultural exchange with other partner nations. The organization provides education on Stenza's pre-colonial history and culture throughout the country itself, with museums and festivals being commonly funded by the organization. | ||
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===Religion=== | ===Religion=== | ||
Organized religion has historically been a minor to non-existant entity within Stenzan society, with its ancient tribal religions being outlawed during the colonial era. Independent Stenza started off inheriting its ban on religion, although the government allowed the creation of the [[Polynesian Revivalist Church]] in the 1970s. This religion, which tries to merge what is still known of ancient tribal religions with modern day ideals, was originally used by the state to relay its ideals to those who chose to attend it. By 2014 however, the church had gained independence from the state and gained popularity through interest in Polynesian Revivalism. By 2029, 12.2% of all Stenzans are part of the church, which is closely associated with the [[Polynesian Pact]]. The Polynesian Revivalist Church has been described as a "more modern and down to earth adaption of [[Kapuhenasa]]" by some. | Organized religion has historically been a minor to non-existant entity within Stenzan society, with its ancient tribal religions being outlawed during the colonial era. Independent Stenza started off inheriting its ban on religion, although the government allowed the creation of the [[Polynesian Revivalist Church]] in the 1970s. This religion, which tries to merge what is still known of ancient tribal religions with modern day ideals, was originally used by the state to relay its ideals to those who chose to attend it. By 2014 however, the church had gained independence from the state and gained popularity through interest in Polynesian Revivalism. By 2029, 12.2% of all Stenzans are part of the church, which is closely associated with the [[Polynesian Pact]]. The Polynesian Revivalist Church has been described as a "more modern and down to earth adaption of [[Kapuhenasa]]" by some. | ||
Polynesian Revivalism has not been the only religion based on ancient tribal religions that popped up in Stenza. Ever since its independence, the [[Tribal Church of Stenza]] has had a small yet devoted following. This church practices a form of religion called Neo-Tribalism by many, which aims to reflect the ancient tribal lifestyle rather extremely. It is reported only 0.7% of Stenzans follow the Tribal Church of Stenza in 2030. Between 1967 and 2004, the Tribal Church of Stenza was marked a terrorist organization because of its extrimist tribal ways and hostility towards non-followers. | |||
In 2023, the [[College of Levantine Churches]] settled down in Stenza in wake of the revolution a year prior. Although Protestantism has no history in Stenza prior to this day, the church has booked moderate success in gaining the attention of Stenza's citizens. By 2029, 1.7% of Stenza's population identifies as a protestant who attends a CLC connected church. In addition to Stenza's native protestants, CLC connected churches are popular among Stenza's growing numbers of tourists and expats, offering the religious services they are used to in their home countries abroad. | In 2023, the [[College of Levantine Churches]] settled down in Stenza in wake of the revolution a year prior. Although Protestantism has no history in Stenza prior to this day, the church has booked moderate success in gaining the attention of Stenza's citizens. By 2029, 1.7% of Stenza's population identifies as a protestant who attends a CLC connected church. In addition to Stenza's native protestants, CLC connected churches are popular among Stenza's growing numbers of tourists and expats, offering the religious services they are used to in their home countries abroad. | ||