Hokkan Empire
"It is my duty to ensure that the splendor and progress born in these lands will not go to waste. I will not rest until they have been shared with the rest of the world. I pledge my life and my deeds to you, my people."
Emperor Eran I. on the day of his coronation
Emperor Eran I. on the day of his coronation
History
Founded in 575 AF as a successor of the Kingdom of Hokka. Expanded its territory during the following century beyond its original island by conquests and colonisation of most of the Phoaga Archipelago and the continent of Ienas, namely Pyresbitae and the Republic of Jhoris. Lost part of its territories when Xakuma won its war of independence in 648 and failed to conquer the city of Molungo in the Hokkaylian war in the latter half of the 7th century. Has since fortified its borders to the east and south and gained new territory in the northern continent of Amruth after defeating the Phaeranic Realms in 768. Its acting Empress Kara II. is Longlived and has therefore sat on the thrones for over a hundred years.
Territories
The original Kingdom was founded on the island of Romahi, but quickly expanded to include most of the Archipelago's islands.These islands, with exception of Karon, are generally seen as the heartland of Hokka and share a similar culture. The holdings in Ienas have only been conquered in the last two centuries and its native inhabitants are often seen and treated as second-class citizens. Since its native inhabitants have mostly been driven to the north and east, the colonies in Amruth are mostly made up of emigrated Hokkans, who enjoy the same rights as they do in the Archipelago.
Religion
Hokka has no unified religion or belief system. Most inhabitants of the archipelago practice a mixture of ancestor and nature worship, mainly focused around trees and forests. In the territories on Ienas the Xomay(Religion) belief is widely practiced. The remaining native population of Amruth are still followers of The Mission of Kalou.
The Empire rarely interferes with the religion of its citizens. One notable exception was the imprisonment and execution of Xomay priests in Xakuma after they had endorsed protests and armed resistance. This turned public opinion against Hocca for good and triggered the Xakuman war of independence.
The Empire rarely interferes with the religion of its citizens. One notable exception was the imprisonment and execution of Xomay priests in Xakuma after they had endorsed protests and armed resistance. This turned public opinion against Hocca for good and triggered the Xakuman war of independence.
Foreign Relations
On peaceful terms with the Kingdom of Ayel and the Realm of Yane. Recognized Xakuma as independent in 697.
Has both enemies and allies among the Amruthien tribes.
Currently at war with the Kingdom of Marlund.
Has both enemies and allies among the Amruthien tribes.
Currently at war with the Kingdom of Marlund.
Currency
Noma (plural Nomai): Small, rhomboid gold and silver coins depicting the Empress. Their value is derived from their weight. A rudementary form of paper money existed for a short period of time in the early 7th century but was quickly banned because it was easy to forge (and it wasn't as durable in the humid climate of the archipelago)."Triumphant in unsteady waters"
Banner of the Hokkan Empire, depicting the emblems of the ruling Tandofir family on top of a stylised volcanic island.
Maps
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The Venerable Coasts
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Phoaga Archipelago
Founding Date
575 AF
Type
Geopolitical, Empire
Capital
Alternative Names
Hokka, The Empire, Kingdom of Hokka
Demonym
Hokkan
Leader
Government System
Monarchy, Absolute
Subsidiary Organizations
Official Languages
Related Ranks & Titles
Controlled Territories
Neighboring Nations
Notable Members
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