Hearthrune

Hearthrune, officially the Imperial Dominion of Hearthrune ( Caliantene: Domaine Impérialis d'Hearthrune) is a nation in Korasha with a population of 15 million. It is bordered to the north by Khudar, to the northeast by The Spice Coast, and to the southeast by Ossam. The national capital is Algogille, and the most populous city and financial center is Luminaire.

Hearthrune became a colony within the Caliantene Empire in 1457, under the name Alluehearthe Frontière. During this time, Hearthrune served as a major trading port that the Caliantene Empire used to expand into Korasha. Hearthrune became a Caliantene dominion in 1865, 7 years after the signing of the Edict of Calise. The name Hearthrune was chosen upon dominion status. Today, approximately 23 percent of Hearthrune's 15 million population are of native descent. Caliantene immigrants compose 51 percent of the population. Despite this, Hearthrunean paganism remains prominent among the population and Caliantene customs have largely merged with native Hearthrunean customs.

Hearthrune ranks highly compared to other nations in quality of life and labor rights. The nation is most known for widespread and efficient public transit. Nationally, legislative authority is vested in an elected, unicameral legislative body known as the High Chapter. Executive authority is exercised by the President of the Chapter, who is elected by the High Chapter.

Hearthrune is divided into 18 provinces, listed from largest to smallest: Duvolle, Maelta, Charmeroute, Villergne, Bretonnais, Rivierdie, Altnacht, Abovorne, Valmen, Valleia, Evevonce, Condest-Est, Condes Ouest, Marin, Belleros, Horifall, Calladon, and Servatone. Provinces are further divided into departments.

History
In 1455, the area which is modern-day Hearthrune was discovered by Caliantene explorers. In 1457, in an effort to bring Caliantene influence to Korasha, the colony of Alluehearthe Frontière was founded on the Hearthrune coast. Alluehearthe Frontière was composed of 2 major port towns, Veilleane Feurenfall, and Flammen Coeur Prospenrité. The majority of activity in Alluehearthe Frontière was concentrated in these two prosperous port towns, but other smaller towns and settlements were still present further away from the coast. In the late 1400s, Alluehearthe Frontière became a major economic hub in Korasha, fulfilling the original goal of bringing Caliantene influence to Korasha. During this time, Hearthrune became a major exporter of citrus fruits, palm oil, globes, maps, pens and ink, and entertainment (books, games, etc.). These industries remain a prominent part of Hearthrune's economy today.

In the 1830s, Hearthrune largely rejected the automobile. It wasn't until 1850 that the government and military began widely adopting the use of the automobile. However, the automobile would never become popular among the regular population.

In 1865, following calls to do so, Hearthrune gained dominion status within the Caliantene Empire.

In 1883, the First Soulene Crisis hit Hearthrune. Major protests break out across the nation, with protestors calling for an end to the police violence prevalent in the Korashan interior. Between 1883 and 1887, over 200 people died in protests due to police brutality.

In 1885, a terrorist bombing caused the Luminaire-Algogille HST to derail while entering the Algogille East Station. The attack resulted in 200 deaths and over 450 injuries, making it the worst terrorist attack in Hearthrunean history. At the time, the Luminaire-Algogille HST was the passenger train with the largest capacity in the nation, with a capacity of 900. At the time, the train was near full capacity. The motive for the attack and its perpetrators were never discovered.

Between the 1890s and the very early 1900s, Hearthrune experienced a period of massive economic growth. This growth can be largely contributed both to becoming an exporter as well as Hearthrune's economic exploitation of the Korashan interior. In 1901, a left-wing coalition composed of the Democratic Socialist Party of Hearthrune, the Labour Party of Hearthrune, and The Communist Front won a majority in the High Chapter. The result was a period of mass monopoly busting, with the most notable incident being the dissolving of the Pisse Corporation, which was focused on the exploitation of the Korashan interior. This left-wing coalition has since remained in power.

Geography
Hearthrune has hills.

Climate
Hearthrune has a tropical climate with year-round warm and humid conditions. Temperatures range from 25-25˚C in the winter to 25-27˚C in the autumn. Rainfall is heaviest from Veilsend to Embersend.

Agriculture
Hearthrune is a major exporter of citrus fruits, sugarcane, olives, chickpeas, hummus, and nuts.

Natural Resources
Hearthrunean natural resources include but are not limited to iron ore, nickel, bauxite, phosphates, uranium, lead, silicon, and feldspar.

Demographics
51 percent of Hearthrune's population is descended from Caliantene immigrants, while 23 percent are descended from Hearthrune natives. Hearthrune's status as a prosperous Korashan nation has resulted in immigration from the Korashan interior.

Culture
Hearthrune has festivals.

Education
Hearthrune is known for its prestigious art schools.

Railways
Rail transport in Hearthrune uses a dense railway network that connects nearly all major towns and cities. The majority of lines have been electrified,

The Hearthrunean rail network primarily supports passenger transport. Rail travel comprises the majority of the distance traveled on Hearthrae public transport. The national rail infrastructure is managed and maintained by the government agency Flare Rail.

Roads
The busiest Hearthrunean motorway is the A11 between Luminaire and Algogille, which passes through the Luminaire Caedia Metroplex, Argenti, and various other smaller population centers. The Duvolle Province, in the center of the nation, has the busiest motorways on average, with major motorways A1, A6, A7, A11, A12, and A21 passing through it.

The majority of streets in Hearthrae population centers have designated bicycle paths. Some recently constructed streets have been built to be level with sidewalks.

Airports
Hearthrune has 6 international airports, listed from largest to smallest: Argenti International Airport (ARGK), Acheron International Airport (AHNK), Arcadis International Airport (ARCK), Cardis International Airport (CRDK), Venturis International Airport (VNTK), and Luminaire Caedia International Airport (LUCK).

Hearthrune has 3 domestic airports, Chord Regional Airport. Pyre Regional Airport, and La Coren Regional Airport.

Waterways
Hearthrune has a dense network of inland waterways. Many major population centers, notably Luminaire and Algogille, were built around canals. Hearthrune has only 1 inland waterway, the Roro River. The Roro River has allowed for the export of sugarcane.

Military
As a Caliantene territory, Hearthrune is directly protected by the Caliantene military, with designated detachments of ground, air, and sea forces residing in Hearthrune. This results in Hearthrune having no official standing military force. There is a Caliantene military base in Hearthrune.

While the majority of Hearthrune's defense is organized and managed by the Caliatnene Empire, Hearthrune maintains a special operations force, which is divided into Hearthrune Mobile Task Forces (MTFs) managed by a Hearthrune Mobile Task Force Command. The Mobile Task Force Command operates as an independent entity and is not managed by the Caliantene Empire. The Mobile Task Force Command can be considered Hearthrune's military force de facto.

Most Mobile Task Forces are combat forces fulfilling a special forces role. However, some Mobile Task Forces serve other unconventional roles. Each Mobile Task Force is structured to best achieve their goal and usually includes anywhere from 10 to 50 personnel.