Elmana

Elmana (/ɛlmɑːnɑː; Elman: Elemana) officially Republic of Elmana, is a country in North-western Europe, located on the Alleut Peninsula. The sovereign state's only land border is the Netherlands to the south, however it also touches the North Sea. To the west of Elmana is the United Kingdom, to the east is Denmark and to the northeast is Norway.

The country was founded when four nations living on the Elman peninsula united in 1605. The country was one originally of the most powerful in Europe.

Elmana's capital, Salden is home to 7,206,817 people and is also the largest city. Elmana itself has a population of 40,891,325, meaning 17.62% of Elmans live in the capital.

Etymology
Elmana, spelled Elemana in Elman, is a word derived from the combination of two different languages: Aurican and Seulish. The Aurican term "elema" signifies "together" or "unity," whereas "meuna" in Seulish implies "peace." The two words combine to form the phrase "elema meuna," which translates to "together in peace" in the ancient Elman language.

1605: Forming of Elmana
Prior to the formation of Elmana, the Alleut Peninsula was divided into four nations: Aurica in the northwest, Drenca in the northeast, Marei in the southwest, and Seul in the southeast. These nations had all suffered from internal conflicts and corruption, exacerbated by the oppressive rule of absolute monarchies.

In 1605, a Seulian businessman named Ron Marus launched a campaign to unite the four nations. His message resonated with thousands of people across the peninsula, and the Marus Campaign quickly gained widespread support. It is estimated that nearly 85% of citizens were in favor of unification.

Famous politicians Chancellor William Benres of Seul and Josef Monten of Aurica also endorsed the Marus Campaign, leading to the eventual signing of the Treaty of Four on September 25th, 1605. Ron Marus was subsequently elected as the first Prime Minister, or Tareine, on October 2nd. At that time, the Elman language had already emerged as a unifying force on the peninsula, and over time it became the official language of Elmana.

Through the vision and leadership of Ron Marus, and the cooperation of the four nations, Elmana emerged as a united and prosperous country, free from the conflicts and corruption of the past.

1605 - 1687: Progression and Alan Feuner
The Letheran House, located in the heart of Salden, was designated as the official parliament building for the nation of Elmana. It was here that Ron Marus, the country's leader, unveiled his ambitious plans to expand Elmana's territory and explore lands beyond the Atlantic Ocean.

Despite over three decades of ruling the country, Marus chose to step down as Tareine, but remained active in the political scene. In 1637, he led the second election and was succeeded by Edgar Maybern, who was elected as the next Prime Minister. Sadly, Marus passed away at the age of 76, leaving behind a legacy of visionary leadership and dedication to his country. His ideas and initiatives continue to shape Elmana's future, and the Letheran House stands as a testament to his enduring impact on the nation.

Following Marus' plans for exploration in the New World, Maybern decided to continue the journey. Renowned sailor, Alan Feuner, was appointed to lead a crew of 34 people on the ship, De Chet Pesante, across the Atlantic Ocean. On August 22nd, 1647, they set sail from Durac. Unfortunately, a storm diverted their path, and on September 18th, they landed on the island of Cader. Previously inhabited by Spanish soldiers, the island was now almost completely deserted. Despite the setback, Feuner and his crew decided to use this opportunity to explore the island and gather valuable information about its history and geography. It was later conquered by Elman sailors.

In an effort to bolster the economy and strengthen relations with Spain, the Elmana government established new trade routes with Spanish territories in the Americas. This move proved highly successful, leading to increased economy and improved diplomatic ties between the two nations.

1687 - 1731: Elman Civil War
Despite the unity of Elmana nearly eight decades earlier, there were still many who rebelled against the government in the early 1690s. Dissatisfied with the political system and its significant flaws, various groups emerged with plots to overthrow those in power.

Disagreements between governments in Marei and Aurica and the political powers in Salden only added fuel to the fire, stoking anger and resentment towards Seulish citizens. Prime Minister George Beucland fought to quell the rebellion for decades, but tensions finally came to a head on May 17th, 1711, when a large group of Elman soldiers marched onto the east coast of the Seul region. Despite being outnumbered, the rebelling soldiers were determined to push for change and divide power over the great country. The two sides clashed in the Battle of Ileuret, a fierce and bloody conflict that raged on for days.

Although the Battle of Ileuret marked a decisive victory for the rebelling soldiers, the war was far from over. In the aftermath of the conflict, tensions remained high and political divisions continued to fuel unrest across the country. Nevertheless, the level of violence began to subside, as both sides sought to negotiate a lasting peace and avoid further bloodshed. Despite the challenges that lay ahead, there was a growing sense of hope that Elmana could emerge from the conflict stronger and more united than ever before.

1731 - 1796: Relations with Spain
Due to economic issues, Elmana began to face difficulties in maintaining its trade routes with Spain, which in turn led to worsening diplomatic relations between the two countries. In the 1740s, Spain started to threaten war as Elmana's Caribbean territories were abundant in valuable resources. The Elman government anticipated an invasion and commanded troops to settle in the Caribbean. However, on the morning of 9th December 1749, Spanish soldiers arrived on the shore of northwest Elman Islands, demanding the land. This led to a violent confrontation between the two forces, resulting in weeks of intense fighting. Unfortunately, the Elman troops were pushed out, and Spain conquered the territory, causing significant losses to Elmana in terms of land and supplies.

The Elman navy played a critical role in the aftermath of the conflict, helping to transport the injured troops back to their homeland. The defeat was a significant blow to Elmana, as they lost a considerable portion of their territory and access to the valuable resources located in the region. After several rounds of negotiations, both countries eventually signed a treaty to split the Caribbean land, sharing the various resources. This brought some degree of stability to the region, but tensions between the two nations remained high.