General information (Pre-Great war):
Demonym: Hleidis
Capital: Waidabar
Key cities: Skadawair, Mairwalds and Swairamund
Official language: Austroguthic
Total population: 126,789,565
Total land area: 546,273 km²
Currency: Skatts
Government: Unitary Elective Stewardship Republic
The Presidential Relic (TRACEABLE): After [UNCONFIRMED], the entity known as ████████ conducted a private meeting with [FILE MISSING], the Kingmaker of Hleidisland at the time. Records describe the Relic as "an Eye capable of observing all things from above," though technical details remain [CLASSIFIED]. The stated purpose of the transfer was to compel the nation to [CENSORED], a directive later marked [REDACTION ORDERED]
Ontological status (Post-Great war): Available sources are scarce but suggest the possible continued existence of the state, with no confirmed contact
Overview:
Hleidisland, officially known as the High Aibodom of Hleidisland, is located in the Oruwali region of Eldervale, bordering Draviskas to the south, Toutanglom to the west, Ornazia to the north, and Raginheim to the east. An emerging powerhouse of Eldervale, her history has been marked by betrayal, collapse, struggle, and chaos. Time and again, she was brought to her knees by treachery, only to rise once more from the ashes of war.
The scars of her past left her deeply cautious. She trusts neither easily nor freely, always fearing that someone may one day stab her in the back. She scrutinizes even the smallest details, ever vigilant that the most trivial act may conceal hostile intent. As a result, she grew skeptical, distant, and at times even malevolent. For years, she isolated herself from her neighbors, retreating into a world of her own making. Yet beneath her hardened exterior lies a beleaguered and forlorn soul. Deep within, she has always longed for a true ally - someone worthy of her fragile trust. But her inability to reach out became her greatest obstacle.
Then, without warning, she finally met those in whom she could place her faith.
About Hleidisland:
𖤓 For over a thousand years, Hleidisland has been targeted by countless invaders, yet it has never fallen and continues to fiercely defend its land.
𖤓 One of the strongest nations in Eldervale, its power forged through a long history of constant warfare.
𖤓 Highly advanced beyond the military, excelling in medicine, judiciary systems, law, and related fields.
𖤓 400 years ago, it was a fragmented land ruled by regional lords called Sandas; after 200 years, they united through necessity, forming the foundation of the modern state.
𖤓 Traditionally isolationist due to distrust and past betrayals, but formed key alliances in the 12th–13th centuries (Morthen, Lepondunon, Senas Tuath, Abern, Bellatorum).
𖤓 Holds ancient, long-standing hatred toward Ornazia, Draviskas, and Toutangloma - rivalries lasting over a thousand years.
𖤓 A paranoid state where fear and anxiety are constant, shaping its culture and mindset.
𖤓 Despite its violent nature, its medical and healthcare systems are considered the best.
𖤓 The Supreme National Court sits in an eastern province - a 10-story black stone structure with a colossal carved eye, known worldwide for handling complex cases with merciless fairness.
Brief modern history:
I. INDEPENDENCE AND THE ZETA FLU (1195–1204)
Hleidisland emerged after separation from the Thauris Republic. The Zeta Flu outbreak in 1195 collapsed central authority. Hleidisland was formed through protests and separatist movements amid the chaos. The pandemic lasted until 1204. The death toll exceeded one million - records are scarce.
II. POLITICAL INSTABILITY AND THE RATHJABOKA PURGE (1196–1198)
Eight different leaders rose and fell in quick succession - many succumbing to the flu, being deposed, or assassinated. Factionalism brought the nation to the brink of collapse. Ermanaric Wulfhardt Althamer consolidated his Niujis Airus Gaskafts (NAG) with three other factions - Ains Framtida Gaskafts (AFG), Thiudangardis Usriusts Gaskafts (TUG), and Usinawjōs Gaskafts (UG) - forming the Niujis Hleidislandis Usriusts Gaskafts (NHUG). On 23 February 1198, the coalition orchestrated a successful coup.
With the Zeta Flu still rampant, Althamer initiated the "Rathjaboka" - a bloody purge. Over four weeks, thousands were executed or disappeared, most under cover of night. Order was restored.
III. COMBATING THE ZETA FLU AND THE ANDAWAIRP THIUDO PLAN (1198–1209)
Althamer implemented accelerated medical programs, nationwide quarantines, and strict containment measures. Policies were harsh but effective. Within a few years, the pandemic was under control.
In 1209, Althamer initiated the "Andawairp Thiudo" Plan - reshaping moral, political, and economic foundations, harmonizing spiritual integrity with material progress.
IV. THE NAHTAIS SKAIRTS PURGE AND THE ASSASSINATION OF ALTHAMER (1209)
The "Nahtais Skairts" - a second purge described as "cleansing of the nation's impurities" - was brutal and swift, lasting just over a month. Most operations occurred under cover of night.
On 17 March 1209, Arithareiks Nahtius Thiudans, a high-ranking official, assassinated Althamer with a single bullet to the back of the head - orchestrated by dissenting members within the government. Thiudans assumed leadership.
V. THE THIUDANS REGIME AND THE LANGGAGGANS (1209–1228)
Under Arithareiks Nahtius Thiudans, the regime institutionalized its most oppressive instruments. In 1210, he established the Galaubastads - re-education camps where the ideologically deviant were subjected to isolation and psychological torture. In 1212, he created the Eisarnagards system: forced labor camps in remote, inhospitable territories with consistently high death rates.
Thiudans continued the Andawairp Thiudo Plan, adding the "Augon" initiative - a comprehensive surveillance system. Monitoring devices were installed across the nation. The Nahtais Skairts was declared complete in 1213.
By 1217, the government promulgated a list of proscribed words associated with foreign nations, classified as "filthy" and detrimental to national purity. In 1219, the Bandwaeips Oath compelled all schoolchildren to swear a blood oath of personal loyalty to the leader; refusal meant consignment to labor or re-education camps. In 1224, all historical records of the Thauris regime were ordered eliminated - official propaganda declared that era a national humiliation.
On 5 October 1226, a massive fire spread through the northern region, lasting until 9 October. Three provinces were heavily affected after a factory accident ignited the blaze, carried uncontrollably by strong winds. Around 70% of buildings were destroyed. Thousands perished - many from asphyxiation or being trapped in burning structures. "The Flame of 1226" became one of the most catastrophic events since independence.
In February 1228, Thiudans enacted the Sibja Lagus - familial collective punishment. If any family member committed a political crime, direct relatives lost citizenship rights; extreme cases mandated execution. The law sparked immediate civil unrest: the Langgaggans. Millions of Hleidis gathered to oppose the government. Protests escalated into violence between civilians and security forces. Thousands engaged in self-immolation in public streets, inflaming protests into the millions.
On 15 August 1228, official Emmerik Skadulf captured Thiudans and delivered him to the people. Thiudans was publicly starved to death on the street. Skadulf assumed leadership, ending the brutal reign.
VI. THE ZETA FLU VACCINE, POPULATION-MILITARY REFORM AND BORDER PARADE (1230–1264)
On 9 February 1230, the Zeta Flu vaccine was completed. The government launched a nationwide mass vaccination campaign. Hleidisland improved medical infrastructure: rapid disease-detection systems, air-filtration technologies, and elite medical brigades within the armed forces.
In 1235, Skadulf enacted a two-child policy to address severe population shortages. The government provided child support payments until each child reached age twenty.
At the beginning of November 1250, the Hugjans Gafaurds Act was implemented - standardizing production, reducing waste, and improving efficiency of state-funded projects.
During the 1250s, the state reformed its armed forces, unifying command structures into a single defense force. Military service was expanded to age sixty and extended equally to all genders. The government issued basic firearms to all citizens, creating a fully armed population. Concurrently, the state expanded its military-industrial complex and training programs.
On 21 April 1264, the largest border parade in Hleidisland's history took place near the Ornazian frontier. The army exhibited its entire arsenal of armaments, the event broadcast live across all media outlets. The parade lasted two hours in the afternoon.
VII. THE WAR WITH ORNAZIA (1271–1273)
On 19 February 1271, Hleidisland declared war on Ornazia, seeking to reclaim territory lost a century earlier. In the initial phase, Hleidisland seized Flumizaz orbiz and most of the Scapheliz orbiz (Southern Ornazia).
Battle of Orensmiz (Ornazia) – 4 October to 27 December 1271: Ornazia, reinforced heavily, halted the Hleidis advance, plunging the front into a deadlock.
Eighty Days at Draumfell (Ornazia) – 12 May to 31 July 1272: Ornazia attempted to break through at this strategic city. The battle became a meat grinder of vicious combat. Hleidisland deployed its most advanced weaponry, including the Himinakusts - devices capable of overlooking the entire battlefield. Hleidisland successfully defended the city, but both sides were too exhausted to pursue further offensives
By 1273, civil unrest emerged. On 16 July 1273, Hleidisland signed the Treaty of Caer Dunath due to the internal pressure. The treaty itself gain nothing back to Hleidisland,
VIII. THE COUP OF ALARICUS WULFAHARI FILIUS NIGER (1273)
Ruling leader Thiudareiks Wulfisun Wulfilaizos was compelled to resign. A power vacuum followed. Martial law was imposed. Alaricus Wulfahari filius Niger, the highest-ranking military officer, launched a coup. On 30 July 1273, he formally assumed power.
IX. RECOVERY AND THE GAIDA FANALIS PLAN (1273–1278)
Wulfahari initiated recovery and reform. Public honors were instituted for every soldier. Within two years, much of the war's destruction was repaired. Hleidisland emerged as one of the most formidable military powers in the region.
On 4 June 1276, Hleidisland signed the Treaty of Shared Resolve with Bellatorum - strengthening ties and mutual defense against Ornazia, deepening enmity.
During 1277–1278, the "Gaida Fanalis" Plan declared that Hleidisland was destined to lead, justifying expansionist ambitions. Propaganda proclaimed surrounding nations were obliged to submit. Large-scale mobilization and intensified weapons production followed.
X. THE FIRST SOUTHERN CAMPAIGN (1279–1280)
On 7 November 1279, war broke out between Hleidisland and the Coalition of Draviskas, Toutanglom, and Raginheim. The war lasted just over nine months. Hleidisland captured Galdwen (Draviskas) on 5 September 1280 and Grotthain (Raginheim) on 10 September 1280. The Coalition surrendered. A peace treaty compelled all three nations to cede eight percent of their territory and pay substantial reparations.
XI. TERRORIST ATTACKS AND THE SECOND SOUTHERN CAMPAIGN (1281–1282)
Eight months after the treaty, a series of terrorist attacks occurred over three weeks. The Bombing of the Draumthaur Centre Tower in Wadaibar (19 May 1281) killed hundreds. Agents from the Coalition states were responsible.
Hleidisland declared war again on 21 May 1281 - the Second Southern Campaign. The Coalition had reinforced its military. Hleidisland faced severe setbacks but launched a successful counteroffensive. Hleidisland's forces approached the capital of Raginheim but failed to capture it. The campaign stalled at the Saldune River (Draviskas) and the Sakramunt Mountain Range (Toutanglom).
The war concluded on 3 October 1282. A second peace treaty allowed Hleidisland to retain all annexed territories. The Coalition paid another round of heavy reparations and compensation for the terrorist attacks.
XII. PROJECT HARJAMAHT AND THE DECLARATION OF WAR ON ORNAZIA (1282–1291)
From 1282 to 1285, Project Harjamahts improved living standards and developed new military doctrines. An offensive against Ornazia planned for 1287 was postponed due to an industrial explosion and the need to upgrade logistics and technology.
On 9 March 1291, following the escalation of the Second Great War, Hleidisland declared war on Ornazia.
XIII. THE SECOND GREAT WAR OF ELDERVALE - HLEIDISLAND THEATRE (1291–1294)
Following the escalation of the Second Great War, Hleidisland declared war on Ornazia on 9 March 1291. Through Operation Aiwagelþs, Hleidisland aggressively advanced, gaining initial advantage before being halted at the Orfaniuz valley on 8 July 1291.
On 28 October, Toutanglom, Draviskas, and Raginheim declared war on Hleidisland while its armed forces were still concentrated against Ornazia. The Coalition rapidly recaptured their lost territories, advancing to within thirty kilometers (98,453 ft) of the Hleidis mainland. The Coalition offered peace terms, but Hleidisland refused.
1292–1293 Campaigns
Stainaburgs Fortress (Raginheim) (25 January – 18 February 1292): The fortress fell again to Hleidisland.
Grotthain (Raginheim) (captured 3 March 1292): Hleidisland quickly captured the city, securing its southwestern front.
Battle of Wosiliten (Draviskas) (3 February – 12 March 1292): The battle caused resource decimation for Draviskas and destroyed a large number of their armaments.
Battle of Kampanis (Toutanglom) (17 February – 14 April 1292): Hleidisland seized all of northern Toutanglom.
The Fraquistjan Offensive (May – September 1292) was Hleidisland's last major offensive aimed at totally defeating the enemy. The Riqisdrauta Offensive (January – April 1293) followed with the same objective. However, enemy persistence prevented Hleidisland from achieving total victory.
Throughout 1293, Hleidisland forces committed massacres against soldiers and civilians in Toutanglom and Raginheim - at least 700,000 deaths, primarily mass executions by shooting. The most infamous were Gundarvik, Brechthalla, and Nerfinium, remembered for extraordinary brutality. Hleidisland authorities never denied responsibility, asserting these acts were justice and retribution for the Zeta Flu outbreak long ago.
After three years of continuous warfare, all sides showed exhaustion. Morale collapsed. Desertion became widespread. Hleidisland's economy was devastated. Deep divisions emerged within the government.
XIV. THE PAX OF SERAPHIC (1294–1295)
The announcement of the Pax of Seraphic on 29 June 1294 halted all Hleidisland offensive operations. The nation formally signed the treaty on 5 July. Hleidisland regarded the Pax as a profound humiliation, having gained nothing. The treaty imposed a permanent end to all Hleidisland expansionist ambitions, formally abolishing any future claims to territorial aggrandizement.
XV. THE LEADERSHIP OF RAUTHMAR SIGISWINTHS HARJAWULFS (1295–1351)
During a national ceremony, Rauthmar Sigiswinths Harjawulfs was elected. Under his leadership, the nation recovered within three years. He declared that one day Hleidisland's ambitions would be fulfilled and the honor of the state redeemed. He continued developing military technology and promoting cultural advancement.
In 1308, the Accord of Mutual Trade was signed with Toutanglom, Raginheim, and Draviskas to reduce animosity. Trade became vibrant, but relations remained distant with minimal trust. No formal treaty was ever concluded with Ornazia beyond a limited agreement pledging no harassment.
On 5 April 1334, the Harjisafsts Haus - the largest industrial complex in Hleidisland - was inaugurated in the central region. Its planning and construction spanned nearly two decades.
During the 1310s, terrorists from Hleidisland, Toutanglom, Draviskas, and Raginheim - collectively called the Skatjanun - emerged in Hleidisland to oppose trade treaties. They conducted constant sabotage, terror, and violent conflict. At its peak, the group numbered around 30,000 members.
After a failed attempt to capture the capital in 1317, the Skatjanun weakened. In October 1318, Hleidisland began a purge of remaining members in the Southeast. The purge lasted three months. On 23 January 1319, the Skatjanun leader, Wulthuwulfs Athanareiks, was captured. The group remained active in rural areas before officially ending its terror campaign in 1324.
Between 6 June and 9 July 1343, the government implemented the Fralusts Wardskos Policy - an extensive surveillance initiative. Monitoring instruments were deployed throughout the state, enabling facial recognition, audio capture, and personal detection. The population lived under continuous observation. The Office of Internal Safeguards became the principal institution administering the network.
After Rauthmar's death, Alaric Noctifer Ravenshade was elected in 1351 and continued to thrive the nation.
Under Ravenshade's leadership, he imposed the Harjis Usfaru policy, continuously developing the military and its weapons of mass destruction.
On 23 January 1365, the government distributed two kilograms of cheese to each citizen—one of the most unique ways to celebrate Hleidisland's national day.
XVI. WEAPONS DEVELOPMENT AND THE PRELUDE TO THE THIRD GREAT WAR
In the decades following the Pax, Hleidisland experienced sustained scientific and technological advancement. Several high-tier weapons entered the arsenal.
Despite restrictions imposed by the Pax of Seraphic, Hleidisland never abandoned its vision of a 'Greater Hleidisland.' Through persistent propaganda, the idea of conquering other nations - especially former enemies - was continually promoted. This process persisted throughout the entire period of peace, until the outbreak of the Third Great War.
Political ideology: Vortical Triumphalism
Vortical Triumphalism is a political ideology that declares stasis as death, insisting that a border which does not expand is already collapsing inward. Consequently, the state never publishes maps with fixed borders; instead, society is structured as a pyramid of conquest, where status is determined entirely by the amount of new territory, resources, or population brought under the state's control within a single lifetime. Mercy toward the weak is redefined as cruelty by neglect - to leave a people unconquered is to condemn them to their own inefficient, squabbling, and purposeless existence. The ideology therefore believes it has a sacred duty to impose its order, language, and calendar upon all it encounters, viewing conquest not merely as taking land but as Digesting the Enemy. The act of movement toward a target is the highest spiritual state, glorifying the long, unbroken line of soldiers, settlers, and supply wagons advancing over the ridge. There is no peaceful retirement for the citizen; the only honorable death is one that occurs beyond the current border. Vortical Triumphalism forbids contentment - no achievement is ever final, no victory ever total - so upon conquering a continent, the state does not celebrate but immediately prepares for another conquest. Any attachment to a specific place is a weakness that slows the march, and aging is treated as a form of internal surrender; the body that weakens is a traitor to the March. The state dedicates vast resources to ensuring its warrior class remains physically capable of conquest indefinitely, with medical science existing not for comfort but for combat longevity. Finally, when a people are conquered, it is not enough to take their land and their labor - their memory and their name must also be taken. Upon final victory over an enemy civilization, the state initiates a century-long process of linguistic annihilation to ensure nothing of the conquered remains.