The Fire Nation
This article is an overview of the Fire Nation
Introduction
The Fire Nation is one of the four original nations in the physical world. Made up of several islands, the Fire Nation resides on the western edge of the known world. The nation is home to most firebenders, and is governed by an absolute monarchy headed by the Fire Lord. The people of the Fire Nation are a proud, strong group - known worldwide for the passion and resolve. Perhaps the most influential aspect of the Fire Nation within recent memory is the Fire Nation military. Having been responsible for the Air Nomad genocide during the 100 Year War, the military is a formidable force of strictly disciplined soldiers. However, after the end of the 100 Year War, the Fire Nation started down a path of reform. Now, the nation is not just known for their powerful military, but their exports of damascus steel, as well as their diplomatic reach across the world.
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Brief History
The Fire Nation has a long, complex history of turmoil and strife. However, through it all, the Fire Nationals remain, as strong as ever
Present (315 AG)
Currently, the Fire Nation is under the rule of Fire Lord Kano Sento, who came to power in the year 313 AG after posing a coup to overthrow Liv Daeyung. Fire Lord Kano has been working diligently with the Fire Nation High Ranking Officials in order to establish a Tri-Alliance with the Earth Kingdom and Water Tribes. However, there was a time of dissent late in the year 313 AG, where Mahatma Quali led a group of Fire Nation Officials in a strike, demanding that Kano step down and give Grand Sage Leafy the throne. When neither side decided to cooperate, Quali and her followers left the Fire Nation - leading to the appointment of Mahatma Ryuki.
Culture & Traditions
The Fire Nation is founded upon ideals of honor, pride, and passion. Much of this stems from their native element - fire. The element of fire is one of power, controlled by emotions and has the ability to both cause destruction and create life. This manifests in the Fire Nation in the form of fierce loyalty towards one another, as well as a passion for the arts, industry, and advancement. The Fire Nation is known for their history of theatre, having the Ember Island players perform plays such as Love Amongst the Dragons. Parades, festivals, and balls are common in the Fire Nation, and are used to celebrate many different occassions such as the Summer Solstice, military victories, promotions, and spiritual gatherings.
Appearance
The people of the Fire Nation are a diverse group, however some common traits are found. Red, yellow, and amber eyes are common in the Fire Nation, along with tanner skin and dark hair. Fire Nation garb consists of traditional silk robes, however other materials can be used, and most clothing is made from red, yellow, and black fabric - with those colors being the colors of the Fire Nation.
Government & Politics
Fire Nation CouncilFire Lord
The Fire Lord is responsible for leading the Fire Nation and making important decisions such as alliances, war declarations, and internal restructuring. The Fire Lord works with the Fire Nation Council to better understand the needs of the nation..
The Fire Nation Council
The Fire Nation Council is made up of the Grand Sage, Mahatma, General, Citizen Representative, and Head Engineer. This group serves as the direct council to the Fire Lord, and assist the Fire Lord in making decisions as well as organizing aspects of the nation the Fire Lord does not directly control.
Mahatma
The Mahatma of the Fire Nation is the leader of the Crescent Sages - the spiritual leaders of the nation, founded by former Mahatma Dari.
Savant
The Savants work as advisors to the Mahatma, and assist in organizing spiritual gatherings. They are assigned to individual temples throughout the Fire Nation, and are tasked with keeping track of the Fire Nation's history as well as encouraging spirituality throughout the nation.
Pundit
The Pundits report directly to the Savants, and are responsible for material gathering, smaller spiritual event organization, and providing assistance to the other branches. Pundits give tours, hold meditation sessions, keep records of books, and help the Savants in any way needed.
Initiate Sage
Initiate Sages are trained to give tours, do evictions, and handle diplomatic relations before choosing aa specialization - Law Sages, Diplomatic Sages, or Domestic Sages for government, or they can choose to join the Crescent Sages.
Grand Sage
The Grand Sage serves as the leader of the Fire Sages and close advisor to the Fire Lord. The Grand Sage of the Fire Nation oversees all governmental work, both foreign and domestic.
High Sage
The High Sages serve as close advisors to the Grand Sage. They take on roles of governors for one of the four FIre Nation states (Shihon, Kita, Minami, and Azuma). They can also serve as judges in the Fire Nation courts.
Fire Sage
The Fire Sages make up the majority of the government. They serve as mayors to towns and as diplomats to other nations. They are tasked with giving tours to new citizens, keeping track of housing availability and evictions, and managing trade deals with other nations.
Initiate Sage
Initiate Sages are trained to give tours, do evictions, and handle diplomatic relations before choosing aa specialization - Law Sages, Diplomatic Sages, or Domestic Sages for government, or they can choose to join the Crescent Sages.
Citizen Representative
The Citizen Representatice works as the voice for the common folk of the Fire Nation. They lead the Domestic Citizens branch and represents the people of the Fire Nation as a whole.
Wood Working Division
The Wood Working Division helps supply all other branches with wood planks, logs, and building resources. The Wood Workers gather wood in order to improve infrastructure.
Earthen Works Division
The Earthen Works Division works to gather all of the Fire Nation's natural resources. These resources are then used in building projects and trade deals.
Blacksmithing Division
The Blacksmithing Division provides armor and weapons to the military. They usually fish for materials, as well as mine in order to craft high quality weaponry and armor.
Farming Division
The Farming Division gathers food and supports the agricultural needs of the Fire Nation. They tend crops, raise animals, and collect all harvests to keep the nation well-fed.
Alchemy Division
The Alchemy Division brews all the potions in the Fire Nation. These potions are used for combat as well as increasing production speed.
Head Engineer
The Head Engineer serves as the main architect for the Fire Nation, and leads the Engineer branch. They work as a city planner, builder, architect, and designer.
Senior Engineer
The Senior Engineer works as the right hand to the Head Engineer. They are tasked with organizing the Engineers and executing projects, as well as building and designing buildings.
Engineer
The Engineers serve as the base builders for the Fire Nation. They carry out the majority of build projects and work in resource gathering, construction, and architectural design.
Rookie Engineer
Rookie Engineers are the Engineers in training. They work on smaller build projects and resource gathering, providing help where it is needed.
The Fire Nation
Nation: Fire Nation
Capital City: Caldera
Location: The Fire Islands
Government
Form of Government: Absolute Monarchy Head of State: Fire Lord Head of Government: Grand Sage Current Fire Lord: Kano Sento Reign: 313 AG - Present Previous Fire Lord: Liv Daeyung (311 - 313 AG)
Fauna
Animals: Komodo Rhinos, Dragon Moose
