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== History == |
== History == |
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=== Founding === |
=== Founding === |
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The town was first founded years ago under the Gemitzis royal family, and the name Nehir Arasında. The earliest documented ruler is Neyf I, who was leader of the town during it's golden age, managing one of the largest navies in the ancient world, and having done tons of trade with products such as spruce wood, gold, wine, and spices. However, after generations past King Neyf IV was successor, and with the town dwindling in resources, it was eventually overtaken by [[Icesteelan]] attackers. Prince [[Sayyid]], who was heir to the Nehir Arasından throne, had to go into hiding with a small amount of the townspeople and for 2 years, spent his life hunting animals and gathering berries and herbs. However, eventually as [[Icesteel]] reeled under internal problems, [[Sayyid]] was able to retake his home with no resistance. |
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Player [[HDSkipper]] who had spent most of his life wandering Alathra as a nomad, became tired of being constantly on the move and decided to settle in the moderate but icy land due to the Isk river which could sustain a farm, being half frozen and half liquid. He eventually started building the town with architectural influence from the nearby towns of [[Hanau]] and [[Haven]]. |
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=== Southern Union === |
=== Southern Union === |
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After retaking his old home, [[Sayyid]] found himself in a difficult spot between two nations being The [[Southern Union]] (Modern day [[Lydoneia]]) and [[Icesteel]], and he had to make a decision about where to align his loyalties so his town could thrive again. He decided to join The Southern Union as the Icesteelans were obviously not so keen of his royal family being back in the ruling class of the city. Soon however, his town's representation within the nation would be stripped, and The Southern Union would fall to a peaceful coup, bringing the [[Republic of Lydoneia]], and [[Sayyid]] was happy with the new republican government. |
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Upon founding the town, [[HDSkipper]] decided to join the [[Southern Union]] along with [[Kithe]]. However, shortly after, the government was dissolved and Iskandar is now working with the new government of [[Lydoneia]]. |
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== Geography == |
== Geography == |
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Iskandar is located on the river on the east side of the southernmost continent. North of the town there is a taiga forest, east has the ocean, west contains more snowy tundra, and south down the river connects it to [[Hanau]] and [[Haven]]. |
Iskandar is located on the river on the east side of the southernmost continent. North of the town there is a taiga forest, east has the ocean, west contains more snowy tundra, and south down the river connects it to [[Hanau]] and [[Haven]]. |
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== Leadership & Politics == |
== Leadership & Politics == |
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=== Government === |
=== Government === |
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Founder HDSkipper serves as the leader of the town. However other leadership roles are |
Founder HDSkipper serves as the leader of the town. However other leadership roles are available to those who earn them. |
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=== Flag === |
=== Flag === |
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The flag of Iskandar is a rectangle with a blue stripe on the top that signifies the town's vigilance and bravery, |
The flag of Iskandar is a rectangle with a blue stripe on the top that signifies the town's vigilance and bravery, |
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Revision as of 04:44, 10 October 2021
Overview
| Iskandar | ||
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| Town | ||
 A picture from Iskandar's skyline | ||
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| Etymology: Coastal Tundra | ||
| Motto(s): In Frigore Sunt Veraces (The cold are truthful) | ||
| Country | Republic of Lydoneia | |
| Continent | Konganon | |
| Founded | July 14, 2021 | |
| Founded by | Sayyid | |
| Government | ||
| • Mayor | HDSkipper (Sayyid) | |
| Population | 7 | |
Iskandar (Ish-khan-dar) is a snowy town located east of the southernmost continent in Alathra
History
Founding
The town was first founded years ago under the Gemitzis royal family, and the name Nehir Arasında. The earliest documented ruler is Neyf I, who was leader of the town during it's golden age, managing one of the largest navies in the ancient world, and having done tons of trade with products such as spruce wood, gold, wine, and spices. However, after generations past King Neyf IV was successor, and with the town dwindling in resources, it was eventually overtaken by Icesteelan attackers. Prince Sayyid, who was heir to the Nehir Arasından throne, had to go into hiding with a small amount of the townspeople and for 2 years, spent his life hunting animals and gathering berries and herbs. However, eventually as Icesteel reeled under internal problems, Sayyid was able to retake his home with no resistance.
Southern Union
After retaking his old home, Sayyid found himself in a difficult spot between two nations being The Southern Union (Modern day Lydoneia) and Icesteel, and he had to make a decision about where to align his loyalties so his town could thrive again. He decided to join The Southern Union as the Icesteelans were obviously not so keen of his royal family being back in the ruling class of the city. Soon however, his town's representation within the nation would be stripped, and The Southern Union would fall to a peaceful coup, bringing the Republic of Lydoneia, and Sayyid was happy with the new republican government.
Geography
Iskandar is located on the river on the east side of the southernmost continent. North of the town there is a taiga forest, east has the ocean, west contains more snowy tundra, and south down the river connects it to Hanau and Haven.
Leadership & Politics
Government
Founder HDSkipper serves as the leader of the town. However other leadership roles are available to those who earn them.
Flag
The flag of Iskandar is a rectangle with a blue stripe on the top that signifies the town's vigilance and bravery, white in the center which stands for purity, and purple on the bottom which is wealth.
Culture
Religion
There is no official religion in Iskandar, and the town can happily house those of all faiths.
Landmarks
Golden Statue
The golden statue in the center of the town is dedicated to all the warriors who have fallen in battle, and serves as a graceful centerpiece to the town square.
Wineries
The wineries of Iskandar are the only 2 buildings which contain indoor berry farms, and also are the only locations in the world where Soğuk Sarap wines are produced.
Iskandar Castle
The Iskandar castle is going to be the largest fortified building in all of Alathra, it will house an armory, a feasting area, a meeting area, and multiple soldiers quarters and other buildings.