Current Colonies

Nominor is the mirror opposite of it's larger and expansionistic older brother, Arizona Nova. The homeworld of Nominor actually exists within the home system of Arizona Nova, but as an independent state by Anithraldur's grace. It is a lush, green world that, if one stumbled onto it without prior knowledge, would look prime for mass colonization. However, they would soon discover a proud, stubborn, and zealous people who would surely drive them back if they brought "corrupting" influences to their pristine planet, and living conditions that could, in Arizonan eyes, be described as "fourth world," sparse and purposefully backwards. Nominor's culture is by choice insular and isolationist. There is little real central authority; the most real power lies in the hands of local government, and most precisely, within the individual families in Nominor. Any nation-wide edicts are usually common mores among said families that can be pressed into law with little resistance; furthermore, this ethereal central government is no more than a council of families from across the planet who gather together once a year and decide on new issues. The laws they make favor what one could consider an unholy alliance of politics: green environmentalism, socialist economics, social conservatism, and right-wing militarism. Corporations have been driven from the planet, physically and otherwise, in favor of primitive and spare local economies that, through familial ties, makes sure everyone is fed, clothed, and sheltered. When one comes of age, they are trained by their family for military service, and while equipped with primitive weapons they make use of tactics, and guerrilla fighting which is assisted greatly by the majority of the planet's terrain, which is jungles and forests. When one is no longer fit for military service, they either become part of the religious clergy of the area, becoming a monk or a priest, or find some other niche occupation that best serves the family. The churches of Nominor are little more than large clearings with primitive benches, where trees loom up and form the walls and ceiling, and perhaps an altar and pulpit hewn from the rocks. The Nominorian monks go into isolation for deep contemplation of the Scriptures and an ascetic lifestyle, though they do not turn away pilgrims asking for advice in their spiritual or secular lives. Another quirk about Nominor is that it is fervently anti-racist as well; anyone advocating such an ideology is coldly shunned if not outright driven forth from their company. Finally, it is typical of the governing counsel to, at times, pass legislation to confuse; for example, it may act to crack down on free speech in one sense yet radically expand it in another sense.
Nominor's relation with Arizona Nova has been one of love-hate. While the original settlers of centuries ago were from Arizonan (thus Anikari) descent, and the ties of family are held sacred, they of course left because they wanted no part in the changed sweeping Arizona Nova with the advent of advanced technology. At least three times the monolithic Subaru corporation on Arizona Nova has actually tried to buy the planet of Nominor to engage in a hostile takeover (though many regarded this as publicity stunts), but were defeated in the Arizonan High Courts. This and other tussles have left a sense of distrust for their Arizonan brethren, but nonetheless if their was a dire threat to their home and that of the Arizonans, the Nominorians would put past quarrels aside and asist.

Roleplay/IC Allies

The ESUS: or Extra Solar Union of Systems, a trading and military alliance.

The Galactic Alliance:

The Prussian Empire: A large alliance of Christian nations, the Prussian Empire also has a considerable presence in Sol and Haven.

Vvardenfell: I hope I spelt that correctly. Vvardenfell is the region started by Great Carthage, mainly for those who frequented BG2Customs.com.

Great Carthage: This fine fellow deserves first mention. A good friend of mine from ye olde defunct realm of BG2Customs.com forums, he was the one who originally introduced me to NationStates. He gets my Most Open-Minded award, and the King of Spam Medal of Honor. Do not confuse him with Galdania.

The Gate of Eden: Military and economic ally of Arizona Nova, started by a friend and alumni of my school. Current activities with the Empire include design and construction of a capital ship for FT RP.

Jeruselem: Founder of the Defenders of the Faith alliance and a fellow member of the Prussian Empire, Jeruselem is a powerful Catholic nation that lent aid during the HSOC crisis.

Siesatia: though Arizona Nova is allied with the entire ESUS, it has had a close relationship with Siesatia than most other nations. Arizona Nova's Gray Ops. Special Forces program had extensive training in a Siesetian camp, and Siesetia reviewed and worked with Arizonan legislators on improving the Sentient Civil Rights Act.

Jordaxia: A Sol-based ESUS member, the Jordaxian Halo was the site for the fulfillment of the Great Prophecy of Tyrion. Jordaxia is also one of the Senior Directors of the ESUS, and a very active roleplayer.

Arenumberg: first encountered in the ESUS after sending a distress signal to Arizona Nova, Arenumberg's relations with the Empire have - been chaotic. Recently an enclave of the original natives of this state - elves - were discovered in the Koratu System during a colonization effort. Graciously the elves allowed the settlers to stay on the planet, and soon the nations entered into an alliance.

Otagia: Discovered during the opening weeks of the First War of Expansion, Otagia is a most curious nation which is lead by an arch-digital-sentient that is networked throughout the brains of its populace. Otagia sold an entire system to Arizona Nova, plus lent support during the War. Afterwards, Otagian scientists worked alongside Arizonan and Rhunate scientists to forge the "God's Own Suit" armors.

Ald Rhun: closely associated with Otagia, Ald Rhun was not encountered during the First War of Expansion, yet when Arizonan scientists learned of the valuable contributions the Rhunates could make for the GOS project from the Otagians, they were immediately contacted and welcomed into the clandestine research group.

Flaming Souls: another nation encountered during the First War of Expansion, Flaming Souls was also found to be an ESUS member. Though they lent assistance during the war, the most remarkable occurence is that Flaming Souls commissioned Arizonan artists to make their flag. The result was so good that the Emperor himself became annoyed that the Flaming Souls flag seemed to have a higher quality workmanship to it than even the Arizonan flag.

Torontonias: One of the foremost of the Traditionalist nations in the ESUS, and a member of the Union of Free Worlds, Torontonias is thus twice-allied to the Arizonan Empire. After the Atrocity at Yonder, Arizona Nova was moved to defend the stricken Torontonians as the onslaught of the Centralist Powers began.

Outer Heaven MK II: First encountered in the Chyrsham System, which they had earmarked for demolition as to harvest resources, Outer Heaven MK II also joined the Galactic Alliance soon after the Imperial Corporate Nautocracy.

Gameplay Allies

Trust in the Lord: Another well known sanctum of believers on NationStates. It is an open region welcome to all types, and has itself endured invasions by hostile powers intent on tarnishing their name. To note, recently the region has been password protected again, for reasons currently unknown to ANI.

Tianyuan: Former colony of Arizona Nova, Tianyuan has been returned to its former ruler, who graciously accepted it back. He has two other nations as well, Haoni and Indigo-star. All of them are accounted as valued friends of the Imperial Corporate Nautocracy.

       

Ryanania: Arizona Nova became first acquainted with Ryanania when it began plans, long ago, to build a conventianal navy, though those plans have long since become defunct. Since then, the two nations have remained on good terms with each other.

Trifoil: A good aquaintance of mine. Trifoil has been a friend of the Isle, and then the Realm, literally for years. Though he has retired, he has left a legacy as a longtime U.N. Delegate of Trust in the Lord, and an accomplished debater. We will always remember Trifoil.

In Memorial

A memorial to those allied nations who were deleted, for whatever reason.

Isle of Believers: Arizona Nova's former home region, it was decided that the region would be disbanded upon the death of the nation of The Priests and refounded as the "Realm of Believers" by the Christian Queendom of Megina in 606-608 A.C.E.

New Christendom: Region started by a school friend of mine, ruler of Newer Spain, Newer Peru, and Newer Italy.
Newer Spain, Peru, Italy: Main and puppet states of New Christendom's founder.

Caelum Davidis: Another close friend and associate of Anithraldur. Casual NS player, and thus has no plans as yet to join the RPing. Flag designed (at least recolored) by Anithraldur.

The Golden Stallion: This is the nation of my little sibling, which the blighter let die from inattention.

Winter Phoenix: The latest incarnation of my sibling on NationStates. Hopefully this one will not meet the same fate as the last one... but it did.