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Huenya

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The Huenyan Federation is a federal constitutional monarchy in the [[International Democratic Union]]. It borders [[Legionas]] and [[Eiria]] and occupies the western half of the landmass known as Huenya in the far southeastern portion of the IDU, in Caxcana.

==History==

===Pre-Imperial era===

The history of what is now the Huenyan Federation begins prior to the emergence of the Xiomeran Empire. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribes occupied the western half of Huenya, forming states centered around nascent city-states. The Necatli formed a state centered around the ''āltepētl'' of Necuatexi. To the immediate east of the Necatli, the Itotemoc state formed around the ''āltepētl'' of Ixtenco. To the east of the Itotemoc, the Tepiltzin formed their state around the ''āltepētl'' of Oacalco. In the far east of Huenya, the Xiomerans formed their state centered around their ''āltepētl'' of Tlālacuetztla.

These pre-Imperial city-states were ruled by dynastic, militaristic tribal leaders known as tlahtohqueh. The city-states expanded rapidly during the period 1200 AD to 1325 AD, forming new settlements and claiming territory. By 1250 AD, most of the land in Huenya had already been claimed by one of the four city-states, leading to rising tension between them. From 1325 AD to 1372 AD, the four Huenyan tribes would fight both large-scale and small-scale wars for territory and economic gain. They would form alliances, and end them just as quickly, while trading with each other during brief periods of peace. As the four city-states were evenly matched, none of them could gain a significant advantage, or find a way to end the cycle of constant conflict.

In the year 1372 AD, a major plague struck Huenya. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribal regions were devastated, losing thousands of lives and finding their militaries essentially crippled. The Xiomeran ruler Quiauhticue, upon hearing of the plague spreading in his neighboring rivals, shut down entry into Xiomera until the plague finally burned itself out in 1375 AD. Taking advantage of the weakened state of his rivals, Quiauhticue began a series of conquests between 1376 AD and 1387 AD. At the end of these wars, the Xiomeran Empire had conquered all of the island of Huenya.

From 1387 until 1515, Quiauhticue and succeeding Emperors would mandate the wholesale revision of Huenyan history, religion and politics to enshrine the Xiomerans as the pinnacle of their new Empire. Itotemoc, Necatli and Tepiltzin laws, literature and cultural artifacts were all ordered destroyed, replaced by Xiomeran ones strictly mandated by the Emperors in Tlālacuetztla. A mandatory two-track system of education was established, with schools called “telpochcalli” established for commoners and more rigorous schools called “calmecac” established for the nobility (and small numbers of especially high-performing commoners). After the formation of the Empire, Xiomera would allow the other tribes to continue selecting their own noble leaders (''tlatoani''). However, Xiomeran Emperors would install ''cihuacoatl'' (supreme judges and administrators) to monitor the other tribes’ ''tlatoani'' to make sure they were following the orders of the Emperor.

There would be attempts to reverse the Xiomeran conquest. In 1486, the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Nenexahual would lead a revolt while the Emperor Ixpan was ill, and would manage to regain independence for a brief period before his forces were overrun by a counterattack after Ixpan died and was replaced by his son, Patonal. In 1511, the Necatli would revolt as well, and Patonal would be forced to send an army to quell them. Both revolts were spurred by resentment from the other tribes at Xiomeran mandates designed to eliminate their power and position. All attempts to reverse the Xiomeran conquest would fail, leaving the western Huenyan tribes under the control of the Xiomeran Empire.

===Huenya during Xiomeran rule===

Throughout the centuries-long rule over the western half of Huenya by the Xiomeran Empire, the western half of Huenya was essentially treated as a colony by Xiomeran rulers. Xiomeran resettlement in western Huenya would make the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli ethnic minorities in their own homelands. Society in western Huenya eventually developed into a defacto caste system, in which ethnic Xiomerans held the majority of wealth and dominant positions in virtually every field.

The teaching of anything related to the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin or Necatli cultures would be forbidden by the Xiomeran government, which was seeking to establish the Xiomeran culture as the dominant one in the land. These efforts would backfire beginning in the 1960s, with the rise of the idea of pan-Huenyanism. The concept of pan-Huenyanism, which considers all four tribes of Huenya to be a single people with a destiny to unite the entire island in a single democratic and equal state, was a direct challenge to the ideas of Xiomeran meritocracy and the "superiority" of Xiomeran culture. Supporters of the pan-Huenyan ideal would become the force keeping the idea of a Huenyan state free of Xiomeran domination alive despite the best efforts of the Imperial government to root it out.

===The Second Xiomeran Civil War and Huenyan independence===

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The Second Xiomeran Civil War, which initially began as a contest between different Xiomeran rulers for control of the sprawling Empire, would present the people of western Huenya with an opportunity to free themselves from Xiomeran rule. While the forces loyal to [[Yauhmi]], the deposed Xiomeran ruler, fought with those who had overthrown her, western Huenyans seized the chance to rebel against the oppressive Xiomeran government. The rebellion initially began as scattered uprisings in the Necatli region. The movement for independence would rapidly gain momentum after Xiomeran government forces backed by Shuellian mercenaries committed massacres in the cities of Acalan and Necuatexi, and set up internment camps for those Huenyans not of Xiomeran ethnicity. Within months, many ethnic Xiomerans in western Huenya also began to join the rebellion. Xiomeran government forces, facing both the Huenyan uprising and the attacks by forces loyal to Yauhmi, would prove unable to retain control over western Huenya. After overthrowing Emperor Xochiuhue and taking power, Empress Calhualyana ordered a full-scale withdrawal from western Huenya in order to maintain the independence of Xiomera itself. After the Jinyu peace talks and a public vote in Xiomera, the Xiomeran Empire formally gave up any claims to western Huenya, as well as Manauia Island and the Netlcoātl Islands. This would mark the formal establishment of the Huenyan Federation as an independent state.

==Geography and climate==

The Huenyan Federation occupies the western half of the island of Huenya in the South Xiomeran Sea. The country covers a wide range of climates and geography, from arid and mountainous in the west to high plains in its central and eastern areas. Huenya has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March.

==Demographics==

===Population===

Huenya had an estimated population of 51,709,098 as of 2021. The capital city, Chuaztlapoc, is a relatively small city with a population of 585,177. The city was the original site of the government in exile under Yauhmi, and remained the capital after independence. Officials have complained that Chuaztlapoc's infrastructure is not robust enough to support a national capital, and that its historic status as a major religious and cultural center makes development to support the government difficult. Huenya announced plans in February 2021 to build a new capital center west of Chuaztlapoc to support the government. The largest city in Huenya is Ixtenco, the capital of the Itotemoc region and a major port, with a population of 9,963,000.

Huenya has a relatively high fertility rate of 3.903 as of July 2020. The country also has a relatively young population, with the median age of 24.5 years for males and 26 years for females as of July 2020. The Huenyan cultural preference for larger families, coupled with a longstanding push by the former Xiomeran government to boost the population in order to continue to fuel the consumption-based national economy, are believed to be the reasons for this trend. After the civil war, in the aftermath of independence, the Huenyan government began taking measures to curb the birth rate due to the nation's economic difficulties.

==Religion==

Huenya tends to be a secular nation, with 67.2% of the population identifying as non-religious. Of those Huenyans that do follow a specific faith, the breakdown is as follows: 23.9% indigenous Huenyan religion; 3.2% Christianity; 1.5% Islam; 1.4% Buddhism; 1.1% Hinduism; 1.0% Judaism; 0.6% Other. While most Huenyans no longer follow a religious path, the indigenous Huenyan religion still serves as a source of legitimacy and authority. The indigenous Huenyan religion also still serves as a source of cultural identity and pride within Huenyan society, with even many "non-religious" Huenyans still believing at least some aspects of it. In the wake of independence, due to the open support of pan-Huenyanism and the new Huenyan state by local religious leaders, experts have noted that support for the Huenyan religion has begun to see a significant rise.

The Huenyan indigenous faith is a polytheistic religion based around a pantheon of major and minor deities. The most significant deities are Tlaloc (rain god, deity of water); Quetzalcoatl (god of wind, the link between the earth and the sky), Tezcatlipoca (deity of cosmic struggle) and Huītzilōpōchtli (deity of the sun, and god of war). Huītzilōpōchtli serves as the preeminent deity in the Huenyan religion.

==Government and legal system==

The Huenyan Federation is a hybrid of aristocratic and democratic forms of government. It consists of an executive, legislative and judicial branch.
 
 

'''Executive Branch'''

The executive branch of Huenya consists of the former Xiomeran royal family, which went into exile after the Second Xiomeran Civil War in 2020, and a separate elected head of government.

The Huēyi tlahtoāni (Great Speaker) and sovereign of the royal family acts as the head of state, in cooperation and consultation with the legislative branch of government. The current Huēyi tlahtoāni is Texōccoatl.

The Cihuacōātl is the title granted to the next person in the line of succession to the Huenyan throne, and often assists the sovereign with diplomatic and administrative responsibilities. The current Cihuacōātl is Tlalmaxxi, wife of Texōccoatl, acting as regent for their son Tonauac.

The Cuauhtlatoani (Vice-Speaker) serves as the equivalent of the Federation's prime minister, serving as head of government and leading the cabinet. This position is elected every three years by nationwide vote. The current Cuauhtlatoani is Tiacihitli.
 
 

'''Legislative Branch'''

Huenya’s legislative branch consists of a bicameral legislature, the Huenyan Federal Legislature. It is made up of two houses: the Chamber of Executives and the Chamber of Deputies.
 
 

''Chamber of Executives:'' Each region of Huenya is led by a tlahtoāni of noble birth, who represents one of Huenya’s four original tribes. The tlahtoāni of each region serves as its representative to the Chamber of Executives, the “upper house” of the national legislature. To represent Xiomerans living in Huenya, as well as to provide representation to Xiomera itself as the Huenyan Federation claims de jure sovereignty over lands currently controlled by the Xiomeran Empire, the Sovereign of the Xiomeran monarchy in exile occupies a position in the Chamber of Executives as well. The purpose of the Chamber of Executives, as spelled out in the Huenyan Constitution, is to ensure that the interests of each of Huenya’s original four ethnic groups are properly represented and protected.

In the event of a deadlock within the Chamber of Executives, the Chief Justice of the Huenyan Federal Court is called in to break the tie.

''Current members of the Chamber of Executives''

* Huēyi tlahtoāni: Texōccoatl
* Tlahtoāni of the Tepiltzin Region: Cusuyo
* Tlahtoāni of the Itotemoc Region: Sirua
* Tlahtoāni of the Necatli Region: Macochu
 

''Chamber of Deputies:'' The “lower house” of the Federal Legislature consists of 240 seats, with each region of Huenya allotted 80 seats, subdivided into 4 sub-regions with 20 seats per sub-region. Unlike the Chamber of Executives, there are no seats specifically reserved for Xiomeran Huenyans. As a body “of the people”, the Chamber of Deputies is supposed to represent all Huenyans regardless of their ethnic background. The purpose of the Chamber of Deputies, as defined in the Huenyan Constitution, is to provide Huenyans who are not of noble birth a voice in governing their nation, and also to “advance the cause of Huenyan unification and transcending tribalism.”

Elections for the Chamber of Deputies, as well as regional legislatures and governorships and municipal positions, are held every three years, on the last day of December, during the same elections that select the Vice-Speaker of the Federation.
 
 

'''Judicial Branch'''

The judicial branch of the Huenyan government is known as the Federation Courts System. It consists of local, regional and federal courts. The highest court in the land is the Huenyan Federal Court. By Federation law, each of the four Huenyan ethnic groups holds a seat on the Supreme Court. A person of non-Huenyan ancestry also holds a seat on the Court, in recognition of the growing multicultural population of Huenya. Federal Court judges are nominated by the Vice-Speaker and approved by the Federal Legislature. They serve life terms, but can be removed by a vote of the Federal Legislature if they are found to be unfit for the bench for either medical reasons or reasons of corruption. The Federal Court serves both as the highest court of Huenya and as a constitutional court.

''Huenyan Federal Court:''
* Xolama (Chief Justice)
* Colla
* Tiseo
* Amquis
* Kaarel Sepp

If the Federal court deadlocks, the tie is broken by the Cihuacōātl, a role that links directly back to the ancient responsibilities of that position as a supreme judge.

The judicial system consists of multiple courts with differing levels of jurisdiction. Trial courts (teccalli) hear civil and criminal cases. Appellate courts (tlaxitlán) review appeals from the teccalli. The Federation Courts System maintains its own constabulary that works with local and national police to serve summons and make arrests for noncompliance with those summons. Huenyan judges are appointed for life, but must take biennial tests to ensure their knowledge of the law as well as their mental fitness. Judges who fail those tests can be removed under Huenyan law. The Huenyan judiciary is also policed by a special branch of the national civil service to ensure honesty, ethical practice and impartiality. Huenyan judges who breach legal or ethical lines are removed from office, and can also face fines and imprisonment for severe breaches of the law. In other aspects, Huenya's legal system is similar to other countries. Double jeopardy is not allowed, trials are required to occur in a timely fashion, and the accused have the right to have attorneys assist them. All cases are tried publicly, and under oath, and defendants can request trial by jury.

==Military==

The ''Federation Defense Force'' falls under the command of the Secretariat of Defense, which in turn falls under the command of the Great Speaker and the Huenyan Assembly. Civilian control of the military is maintained via this chain of command.

The ''Huenyan Federation Army'' composes the ground forces of the Huenyan military, with the exception of special forces. It has a total troop strength of 464,000. It also maintains 2300 main battle tanks, 2800 armored fighting vehicles, 5800 artillery pieces, 200 rocket launchers, 60 guided missile systems and 700 helicopters of various types.

The ''Huenyan Federation Navy'' is the naval defense branch of the Huenyan military, and is also responsible for maintaining shore defenses such as artillery, anti-air and anti-ship missiles, and shoreline defensive installations. It has a total of 80,000 personnel. It maintains a 204-ship fleet and also maintains 190 Tzinali mobile anti-ship ballistic missiles (ASBMs) as well as various shore gun emplacements and fortifications.

The ''Huenyan Federation Air Force'' is the aerial defense branch of the Huenyan military; also responsible for the Huenyan Ballistic Defense Corps and Huenyan space-based operations. It has 60,000 total personnel. It maintains 630 aircraft of all types.

While the numbers of the Huenyan military are impressive on paper, experts have noted that most of the equipment the Huenyan military possesses was inherited from the Xiomeran Empire and that Huenya has neither the infrastructure nor the access to Xiomeran support that would be required to maintain the equipment over the long term.

'''Special forces'''

The ''Federation Special Forces'' consist of two groups: the Eagle Warriors (cuāuhmeh) and the Jaguar Warriors (ocēlōmeh). The Eagle Warriors are elite infantry, and the Jaguar Warriors elite armor and artillery forces. The two forces’ roles stem from historic places that these groups previously held in Huenyan society. They trace their lineages back to ancient Huenyan history, and are held in high esteem. The two forces work in concert on the battlefield, in a modern application of the concept of combined arms to ancient warrior societies.

In addition to the above special forces, a third group known as the Shorn Ones (cuachicqueh) exists above even the Eagle Warriors and Jaguar Warriors. The Shorn Ones represent the absolute best soldiers Huenya can produce, and serve as the palace guard and personal guard of the Huenyan monarchy. They are also utilized for the toughest missions that require the absolute best Huenyan military capability. They can be identified by the fact that their heads are shaven, except for a single long braid over their left ear, and for the face paint they wear (half red and half yellow). The total strength of the Huenyan special forces consists of 15,000 Eagle Warriors, 15,000 Jaguar Warriors and 3,000 Shorn Ones.

'''Rumored WMDs'''

Huenya inherited both nuclear and other WMD stockpiles from the Xiomeran Empire's military following the end of Imperial rule in Huenyan lands. The exact capabilities of the Huenyan military in terms of WMDs is highly classified.

==Economy and infrastructure==

Prior to the Second Xiomeran Civil War, what is now Huenya was a developed country with a high-income economy and one of the most industrialized economies in the IDU. However, during their withdrawal from the lands that now make up Huenya, the Xiomeran Empire engaged a "scorched earth" policy that resulted in the pillaging of much of Huenya's economic power. While Huenya has a highly educated and skilled workforce, the country has been thrust back into a developing status due to the destruction caused by Xiomera's withdrawal.

While there was significant devastation caused by the withdrawal, much of the infrastructure needed to support a modern economy remains present. Huenya has a highly developed and advanced transport network. The country maintains an extensive network of high speed railways, highways, air routes, bus routes and ferry services. The country maintains 543,000 miles of roadway, including 15,000 miles of national highways and 2,500 miles of special "high-speed" highways with no speed limits. The national transit service, FedRail, provides frequent rail service to all major cities, as well as most regional centers. Bus lines connect smaller cities and rural areas to the rail network. The rail system includes 885 miles of high-speed railways connecting major cities. Huenya also maintains 76 airports of varying sizes. Huenya also has an extensive and well-developed high-speed Internet infrastructure, with public wi-fi networks deployed in most major cities. Much of the country's economy and culture is centered around online technology. The infrastructure in place is being used as the foundation for the rebuilding of the national economy. Much of the rebuilding process is being jumpstarted through partnerships with [[Eiria]] and [[Laeral]].

Unlike Xiomera, whose economy is dominated by massive corporations, Huenya's government is encouraging entrepreneurship and small businesses, as well as start-ups, as a way to jumpstart the rebuilding of its economy. The Huenyan government has also redistributed many assets formerly owned by Xiomeran corporations in the country to new companies based in Huenya, as a way to get the country trading again with the outside world.

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Huenya

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The Huenyan Federation is a federal constitutional monarchy in the [[International Democratic Union]]. It borders [[Legionas]] and [[Eiria]] and occupies the western half of the landmass known as Huenya in the far southeastern portion of the IDU, in Caxcana.

==History==

===Pre-Imperial era===

The history of what is now the Huenyan Federation begins prior to the emergence of the Xiomeran Empire. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribes occupied the western half of Huenya, forming states centered around nascent city-states. The Necatli formed a state centered around the ''āltepētl'' of Necuatexi. To the immediate east of the Necatli, the Itotemoc state formed around the ''āltepētl'' of Ixtenco. To the east of the Itotemoc, the Tepiltzin formed their state around the ''āltepētl'' of Oacalco. In the far east of Huenya, the Xiomerans formed their state centered around their ''āltepētl'' of Tlālacuetztla.

These pre-Imperial city-states were ruled by dynastic, militaristic tribal leaders known as tlahtohqueh. The city-states expanded rapidly during the period 1200 AD to 1325 AD, forming new settlements and claiming territory. By 1250 AD, most of the land in Huenya had already been claimed by one of the four city-states, leading to rising tension between them. From 1325 AD to 1372 AD, the four Huenyan tribes would fight both large-scale and small-scale wars for territory and economic gain. They would form alliances, and end them just as quickly, while trading with each other during brief periods of peace. As the four city-states were evenly matched, none of them could gain a significant advantage, or find a way to end the cycle of constant conflict.

In the year 1372 AD, a major plague struck Huenya. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribal regions were devastated, losing thousands of lives and finding their militaries essentially crippled. The Xiomeran ruler Quiauhticue, upon hearing of the plague spreading in his neighboring rivals, shut down entry into Xiomera until the plague finally burned itself out in 1375 AD. Taking advantage of the weakened state of his rivals, Quiauhticue began a series of conquests between 1376 AD and 1387 AD. At the end of these wars, the Xiomeran Empire had conquered all of the island of Huenya.

From 1387 until 1515, Quiauhticue and succeeding Emperors would mandate the wholesale revision of Huenyan history, religion and politics to enshrine the Xiomerans as the pinnacle of their new Empire. Itotemoc, Necatli and Tepiltzin laws, literature and cultural artifacts were all ordered destroyed, replaced by Xiomeran ones strictly mandated by the Emperors in Tlālacuetztla. A mandatory two-track system of education was established, with schools called “telpochcalli” established for commoners and more rigorous schools called “calmecac” established for the nobility (and small numbers of especially high-performing commoners). After the formation of the Empire, Xiomera would allow the other tribes to continue selecting their own noble leaders (''tlatoani''). However, Xiomeran Emperors would install ''cihuacoatl'' (supreme judges and administrators) to monitor the other tribes’ ''tlatoani'' to make sure they were following the orders of the Emperor.

There would be attempts to reverse the Xiomeran conquest. In 1486, the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Nenexahual would lead a revolt while the Emperor Ixpan was ill, and would manage to regain independence for a brief period before his forces were overrun by a counterattack after Ixpan died and was replaced by his son, Patonal. In 1511, the Necatli would revolt as well, and Patonal would be forced to send an army to quell them. Both revolts were spurred by resentment from the other tribes at Xiomeran mandates designed to eliminate their power and position. All attempts to reverse the Xiomeran conquest would fail, leaving the western Huenyan tribes under the control of the Xiomeran Empire.

===Huenya during Xiomeran rule===

Throughout the centuries-long rule over the western half of Huenya by the Xiomeran Empire, the western half of Huenya was essentially treated as a colony by Xiomeran rulers. Xiomeran resettlement in western Huenya would make the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli ethnic minorities in their own homelands. Society in western Huenya eventually developed into a defacto caste system, in which ethnic Xiomerans held the majority of wealth and dominant positions in virtually every field.

The teaching of anything related to the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin or Necatli cultures would be forbidden by the Xiomeran government, which was seeking to establish the Xiomeran culture as the dominant one in the land. These efforts would backfire beginning in the 1960s, with the rise of the idea of pan-Huenyanism. The concept of pan-Huenyanism, which considers all four tribes of Huenya to be a single people with a destiny to unite the entire island in a single democratic and equal state, was a direct challenge to the ideas of Xiomeran meritocracy and the "superiority" of Xiomeran culture. Supporters of the pan-Huenyan ideal would become the force keeping the idea of a Huenyan state free of Xiomeran domination alive despite the best efforts of the Imperial government to root it out.

===The Second Xiomeran Civil War and Huenyan independence===

{{main|Second Xiomeran Civil War}}

The Second Xiomeran Civil War, which initially began as a contest between different Xiomeran rulers for control of the sprawling Empire, would present the people of western Huenya with an opportunity to free themselves from Xiomeran rule. While the forces loyal to [[Yauhmi]], the deposed Xiomeran ruler, fought with those who had overthrown her, western Huenyans seized the chance to rebel against the oppressive Xiomeran government. The rebellion initially began as scattered uprisings in the Necatli region. The movement for independence would rapidly gain momentum after Xiomeran government forces backed by Shuellian mercenaries committed massacres in the cities of Acalan and Necuatexi, and set up internment camps for those Huenyans not of Xiomeran ethnicity. Within months, many ethnic Xiomerans in western Huenya also began to join the rebellion. Xiomeran government forces, facing both the Huenyan uprising and the attacks by forces loyal to Yauhmi, would prove unable to retain control over western Huenya. After overthrowing Emperor Xochiuhue and taking power, Empress Calhualyana ordered a full-scale withdrawal from western Huenya in order to maintain the independence of Xiomera itself. After the Jinyu peace talks and a public vote in Xiomera, the Xiomeran Empire formally gave up any claims to western Huenya, as well as Manauia Island and the Netlcoātl Islands. This would mark the formal establishment of the Huenyan Federation as an independent state.

==Geography and climate==

The Huenyan Federation occupies the western half of the island of Huenya in the South Xiomeran Sea. The country covers a wide range of climates and geography, from arid and mountainous in the west to high plains in its central and eastern areas. Huenya has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March.

==Demographics==

===Population===

Huenya had an estimated population of 51,709,098 as of 2021. The capital city, Chuaztlapoc, is a relatively small city with a population of 585,177. The city was the original site of the government in exile under Yauhmi, and remained the capital after independence. Officials have complained that Chuaztlapoc's infrastructure is not robust enough to support a national capital, and that its historic status as a major religious and cultural center makes development to support the government difficult. Huenya announced plans in February 2021 to build a new capital center west of Chuaztlapoc to support the government. The largest city in Huenya is Ixtenco, the capital of the Itotemoc region and a major port, with a population of 9,963,000.

Huenya has a relatively high fertility rate of 3.903 as of July 2020. The country also has a relatively young population, with the median age of 24.5 years for males and 26 years for females as of July 2020. The Huenyan cultural preference for larger families, coupled with a longstanding push by the former Xiomeran government to boost the population in order to continue to fuel the consumption-based national economy, are believed to be the reasons for this trend. After the civil war, in the aftermath of independence, the Huenyan government began taking measures to curb the birth rate due to the nation's economic difficulties.

==Religion==

Huenya tends to be a secular nation, with 67.2% of the population identifying as non-religious. Of those Huenyans that do follow a specific faith, the breakdown is as follows: 23.9% indigenous Huenyan religion; 3.2% Christianity; 1.5% Islam; 1.4% Buddhism; 1.1% Hinduism; 1.0% Judaism; 0.6% Other. While most Huenyans no longer follow a religious path, the indigenous Huenyan religion still serves as a source of legitimacy and authority. The indigenous Huenyan religion also still serves as a source of cultural identity and pride within Huenyan society, with even many "non-religious" Huenyans still believing at least some aspects of it. In the wake of independence, due to the open support of pan-Huenyanism and the new Huenyan state by local religious leaders, experts have noted that support for the Huenyan religion has begun to see a significant rise.

The Huenyan indigenous faith is a polytheistic religion based around a pantheon of major and minor deities. The most significant deities are Tlaloc (rain god, deity of water); Quetzalcoatl (god of wind, the link between the earth and the sky), Tezcatlipoca (deity of cosmic struggle) and Huītzilōpōchtli (deity of the sun, and god of war). Huītzilōpōchtli serves as the preeminent deity in the Huenyan religion.

==Government and legal system==

The Huenyan Federation is a hybrid of aristocratic and democratic forms of government. It consists of an executive, legislative and judicial branch.
 
 

'''Executive Branch'''

The executive branch of Huenya consists of the former Xiomeran royal family, which went into exile after the Second Xiomeran Civil War in 2020, and a separate elected head of government.

The Huēyi tlahtoāni (Great Speaker) and sovereign of the royal family acts as the head of state, in cooperation and consultation with the legislative branch of government. The current Huēyi tlahtoāni is Texōccoatl.

The Cihuacōātl is the title granted to the next person in the line of succession to the Huenyan throne, and often assists the sovereign with diplomatic and administrative responsibilities. The current Cihuacōātl is Tlalmaxxi, wife of Texōccoatl, acting as regent for their son Tonauac.

The Cuauhtlatoani (Vice-Speaker) serves as the equivalent of the Federation's prime minister, serving as head of government and leading the cabinet. This position is elected every three years by nationwide vote. The current Cuauhtlatoani is Tiacihitli.
 
 

'''Legislative Branch'''

Huenya’s legislative branch consists of a bicameral legislature, the Huenyan Federal Legislature. It is made up of two houses: the Chamber of Executives and the Chamber of Deputies.
 
 

''Chamber of Executives:'' Each region of Huenya is led by a tlahtoāni of noble birth, who represents one of Huenya’s four original tribes. The tlahtoāni of each region serves as its representative to the Chamber of Executives, the “upper house” of the national legislature. To represent Xiomerans living in Huenya, as well as to provide representation to Xiomera itself as the Huenyan Federation claims de jure sovereignty over lands currently controlled by the Xiomeran Empire, the Sovereign of the Xiomeran monarchy in exile occupies a position in the Chamber of Executives as well. The purpose of the Chamber of Executives, as spelled out in the Huenyan Constitution, is to ensure that the interests of each of Huenya’s original four ethnic groups are properly represented and protected.

In the event of a deadlock within the Chamber of Executives, the Chief Justice of the Huenyan Federal Court is called in to break the tie.

''Current members of the Chamber of Executives''

* Huēyi tlahtoāni: Texōccoatl
* Tlahtoāni of the Tepiltzin Region: Cusuyo
* Tlahtoāni of the Itotemoc Region: Sirua
* Tlahtoāni of the Necatli Region: Macochu
 

''Chamber of Deputies:'' The “lower house” of the Federal Legislature consists of 240 seats, with each region of Huenya allotted 80 seats, subdivided into 4 sub-regions with 20 seats per sub-region. Unlike the Chamber of Executives, there are no seats specifically reserved for Xiomeran Huenyans. As a body “of the people”, the Chamber of Deputies is supposed to represent all Huenyans regardless of their ethnic background. The purpose of the Chamber of Deputies, as defined in the Huenyan Constitution, is to provide Huenyans who are not of noble birth a voice in governing their nation, and also to “advance the cause of Huenyan unification and transcending tribalism.”

Elections for the Chamber of Deputies, as well as regional legislatures and governorships and municipal positions, are held every three years, on the last day of December, during the same elections that select the Vice-Speaker of the Federation.
 
 

'''Judicial Branch'''

The judicial branch of the Huenyan government is known as the Federation Courts System. It consists of local, regional and federal courts. The highest court in the land is the Huenyan Federal Court. By Federation law, each of the four Huenyan ethnic groups holds a seat on the Supreme Court. A person of non-Huenyan ancestry also holds a seat on the Court, in recognition of the growing multicultural population of Huenya. Federal Court judges are nominated by the Vice-Speaker and approved by the Federal Legislature. They serve life terms, but can be removed by a vote of the Federal Legislature if they are found to be unfit for the bench for either medical reasons or reasons of corruption. The Federal Court serves both as the highest court of Huenya and as a constitutional court.

''Huenyan Federal Court:''
* Xolama (Chief Justice)
* Colla
* Tiseo
* Amquis
* Kaarel Sepp

If the Federal court deadlocks, the tie is broken by the Cihuacōātl, a role that links directly back to the ancient responsibilities of that position as a supreme judge.

The judicial system consists of multiple courts with differing levels of jurisdiction. Trial courts (teccalli) hear civil and criminal cases. Appellate courts (tlaxitlán) review appeals from the teccalli. The Federation Courts System maintains its own constabulary that works with local and national police to serve summons and make arrests for noncompliance with those summons. Huenyan judges are appointed for life, but must take biennial tests to ensure their knowledge of the law as well as their mental fitness. Judges who fail those tests can be removed under Huenyan law. The Huenyan judiciary is also policed by a special branch of the national civil service to ensure honesty, ethical practice and impartiality. Huenyan judges who breach legal or ethical lines are removed from office, and can also face fines and imprisonment for severe breaches of the law. In other aspects, Huenya's legal system is similar to other countries. Double jeopardy is not allowed, trials are required to occur in a timely fashion, and the accused have the right to have attorneys assist them. All cases are tried publicly, and under oath, and defendants can request trial by jury.

==Military==

The ''Federation Defense Force'' falls under the command of the Secretariat of Defense, which in turn falls under the command of the Great Speaker and the Huenyan Assembly. Civilian control of the military is maintained via this chain of command.

The ''Huenyan Federation Army'' composes the ground forces of the Huenyan military, with the exception of special forces. It has a total troop strength of 464,000. It also maintains 2300 main battle tanks, 2800 armored fighting vehicles, 5800 artillery pieces, 200 rocket launchers, 60 guided missile systems and 700 helicopters of various types.

The ''Huenyan Federation Navy'' is the naval defense branch of the Huenyan military, and is also responsible for maintaining shore defenses such as artillery, anti-air and anti-ship missiles, and shoreline defensive installations. It has a total of 80,000 personnel. It maintains a 204-ship fleet and also maintains 190 Tzinali mobile anti-ship ballistic missiles (ASBMs) as well as various shore gun emplacements and fortifications.

The ''Huenyan Federation Air Force'' is the aerial defense branch of the Huenyan military; also responsible for the Huenyan Ballistic Defense Corps and Huenyan space-based operations. It has 60,000 total personnel. It maintains 630 aircraft of all types.

While the numbers of the Huenyan military are impressive on paper, experts have noted that most of the equipment the Huenyan military possesses was inherited from the Xiomeran Empire and that Huenya has neither the infrastructure nor the access to Xiomeran support that would be required to maintain the equipment over the long term.

'''Special forces'''

The ''Federation Special Forces'' consist of two groups: the Eagle Warriors (cuāuhmeh) and the Jaguar Warriors (ocēlōmeh). The Eagle Warriors are elite infantry, and the Jaguar Warriors elite armor and artillery forces. The two forces’ roles stem from historic places that these groups previously held in Huenyan society. They trace their lineages back to ancient Huenyan history, and are held in high esteem. The two forces work in concert on the battlefield, in a modern application of the concept of combined arms to ancient warrior societies.

In addition to the above special forces, a third group known as the Shorn Ones (cuachicqueh) exists above even the Eagle Warriors and Jaguar Warriors. The Shorn Ones represent the absolute best soldiers Huenya can produce, and serve as the palace guard and personal guard of the Huenyan monarchy. They are also utilized for the toughest missions that require the absolute best Huenyan military capability. They can be identified by the fact that their heads are shaven, except for a single long braid over their left ear, and for the face paint they wear (half red and half yellow). The total strength of the Huenyan special forces consists of 15,000 Eagle Warriors, 15,000 Jaguar Warriors and 3,000 Shorn Ones.

'''Rumored WMDs'''

Huenya inherited both nuclear and other WMD stockpiles from the Xiomeran Empire's military following the end of Imperial rule in Huenyan lands. The exact capabilities of the Huenyan military in terms of WMDs is highly classified.

==Economy and infrastructure==

Prior to the Second Xiomeran Civil War, what is now Huenya was a developed country with a high-income economy and one of the most industrialized economies in the IDU. However, during their withdrawal from the lands that now make up Huenya, the Xiomeran Empire engaged a "scorched earth" policy that resulted in the pillaging of much of Huenya's economic power. While Huenya has a highly educated and skilled workforce, the country has been thrust back into a developing status due to the destruction caused by Xiomera's withdrawal.

While there was significant devastation caused by the withdrawal, much of the infrastructure needed to support a modern economy remains present. Huenya has a highly developed and advanced transport network. The country maintains an extensive network of high speed railways, highways, air routes, bus routes and ferry services. The country maintains 543,000 miles of roadway, including 15,000 miles of national highways and 2,500 miles of special "high-speed" highways with no speed limits. The national transit service, FedRail, provides frequent rail service to all major cities, as well as most regional centers. Bus lines connect smaller cities and rural areas to the rail network. The rail system includes 885 miles of high-speed railways connecting major cities. Huenya also maintains 76 airports of varying sizes. Huenya also has an extensive and well-developed high-speed Internet infrastructure, with public wi-fi networks deployed in most major cities. Much of the country's economy and culture is centered around online technology. The infrastructure in place is being used as the foundation for the rebuilding of the national economy.

Unlike Xiomera, whose economy is dominated by massive corporations, Huenya's government is encouraging entrepreneurship and small businesses, as well as start-ups, as a way to jumpstart the rebuilding of its economy. The Huenyan government has also redistributed many assets formerly owned by Xiomeran corporations in the country to new companies based in Huenya, as a way to get the country trading again with the outside world.

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The Huenyan Federation is a federal constitutional monarchy in the [[International Democratic Union]]. It borders [[Legionas]] and [[Eiria]] and occupies the western half of the landmass known as Huenya in the far southeastern portion of the IDU, in Caxcana.

==History==

===Pre-Imperial era===

The history of what is now the Huenyan Federation begins prior to the emergence of the Xiomeran Empire. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribes occupied the western half of Huenya, forming states centered around nascent city-states. The Necatli formed a state centered around the ''āltepētl'' of Necuatexi. To the immediate east of the Necatli, the Itotemoc state formed around the ''āltepētl'' of Ixtenco. To the east of the Itotemoc, the Tepiltzin formed their state around the ''āltepētl'' of Oacalco. In the far east of Huenya, the Xiomerans formed their state centered around their ''āltepētl'' of Tlālacuetztla.

These pre-Imperial city-states were ruled by dynastic, militaristic tribal leaders known as tlahtohqueh. The city-states expanded rapidly during the period 1200 AD to 1325 AD, forming new settlements and claiming territory. By 1250 AD, most of the land in Huenya had already been claimed by one of the four city-states, leading to rising tension between them. From 1325 AD to 1372 AD, the four Huenyan tribes would fight both large-scale and small-scale wars for territory and economic gain. They would form alliances, and end them just as quickly, while trading with each other during brief periods of peace. As the four city-states were evenly matched, none of them could gain a significant advantage, or find a way to end the cycle of constant conflict.

In the year 1372 AD, a major plague struck Huenya. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribal regions were devastated, losing thousands of lives and finding their militaries essentially crippled. The Xiomeran ruler Quiauhticue, upon hearing of the plague spreading in his neighboring rivals, shut down entry into Xiomera until the plague finally burned itself out in 1375 AD. Taking advantage of the weakened state of his rivals, Quiauhticue began a series of conquests between 1376 AD and 1387 AD. At the end of these wars, the Xiomeran Empire had conquered all of the island of Huenya.

From 1387 until 1515, Quiauhticue and succeeding Emperors would mandate the wholesale revision of Huenyan history, religion and politics to enshrine the Xiomerans as the pinnacle of their new Empire. Itotemoc, Necatli and Tepiltzin laws, literature and cultural artifacts were all ordered destroyed, replaced by Xiomeran ones strictly mandated by the Emperors in Tlālacuetztla. A mandatory two-track system of education was established, with schools called “telpochcalli” established for commoners and more rigorous schools called “calmecac” established for the nobility (and small numbers of especially high-performing commoners). After the formation of the Empire, Xiomera would allow the other tribes to continue selecting their own noble leaders (''tlatoani''). However, Xiomeran Emperors would install ''cihuacoatl'' (supreme judges and administrators) to monitor the other tribes’ ''tlatoani'' to make sure they were following the orders of the Emperor.

There would be attempts to reverse the Xiomeran conquest. In 1486, the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Nenexahual would lead a revolt while the Emperor Ixpan was ill, and would manage to regain independence for a brief period before his forces were overrun by a counterattack after Ixpan died and was replaced by his son, Patonal. In 1511, the Necatli would revolt as well, and Patonal would be forced to send an army to quell them. Both revolts were spurred by resentment from the other tribes at Xiomeran mandates designed to eliminate their power and position. All attempts to reverse the Xiomeran conquest would fail, leaving the western Huenyan tribes under the control of the Xiomeran Empire.

===Huenya during Xiomeran rule===

Throughout the centuries-long rule over the western half of Huenya by the Xiomeran Empire, the western half of Huenya was essentially treated as a colony by Xiomeran rulers. Xiomeran resettlement in western Huenya would make the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli ethnic minorities in their own homelands. Society in western Huenya eventually developed into a defacto caste system, in which ethnic Xiomerans held the majority of wealth and dominant positions in virtually every field.

The teaching of anything related to the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin or Necatli cultures would be forbidden by the Xiomeran government, which was seeking to establish the Xiomeran culture as the dominant one in the land. These efforts would backfire beginning in the 1960s, with the rise of the idea of pan-Huenyanism. The concept of pan-Huenyanism, which considers all four tribes of Huenya to be a single people with a destiny to unite the entire island in a single democratic and equal state, was a direct challenge to the ideas of Xiomeran meritocracy and the "superiority" of Xiomeran culture. Supporters of the pan-Huenyan ideal would become the force keeping the idea of a Huenyan state free of Xiomeran domination alive despite the best efforts of the Imperial government to root it out.

===The Second Xiomeran Civil War and Huenyan independence===

{{main|Second Xiomeran Civil War}}

The Second Xiomeran Civil War, which initially began as a contest between different Xiomeran rulers for control of the sprawling Empire, would present the people of western Huenya with an opportunity to free themselves from Xiomeran rule. While the forces loyal to [[Yauhmi]], the deposed Xiomeran ruler, fought with those who had overthrown her, western Huenyans seized the chance to rebel against the oppressive Xiomeran government. The rebellion initially began as scattered uprisings in the Necatli region. The movement for independence would rapidly gain momentum after Xiomeran government forces backed by Shuellian mercenaries committed massacres in the cities of Acalan and Necuatexi, and set up internment camps for those Huenyans not of Xiomeran ethnicity. Within months, many ethnic Xiomerans in western Huenya also began to join the rebellion. Xiomeran government forces, facing both the Huenyan uprising and the attacks by forces loyal to Yauhmi, would prove unable to retain control over western Huenya. After overthrowing Emperor Xochiuhue and taking power, Empress Calhualyana ordered a full-scale withdrawal from western Huenya in order to maintain the independence of Xiomera itself. After the Jinyu peace talks and a public vote in Xiomera, the Xiomeran Empire formally gave up any claims to western Huenya, as well as Manauia Island and the Netlcoātl Islands. This would mark the formal establishment of the Huenyan Federation as an independent state.

==Geography and climate==

The Huenyan Federation occupies the western half of the island of Huenya in the South Xiomeran Sea. The country covers a wide range of climates and geography, from arid and mountainous in the west to high plains in its central and eastern areas. Huenya has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March.

==Demographics==

===Population===

Huenya had an estimated population of 51,709,098 as of 2021. The capital city, Chuaztlapoc, is a relatively small city with a population of 585,177. The city was the original site of the government in exile under Yauhmi, and remained the capital after independence. Officials have complained that Chuaztlapoc's infrastructure is not robust enough to support a national capital, and that its historic status as a major religious and cultural center makes development to support the government difficult. Huenya announced plans in February 2021 to build a new capital center west of Chuaztlapoc to support the government. The largest city in Huenya is Ixtenco, the capital of the Itotemoc region and a major port, with a population of 9,963,000.

Huenya has a relatively high fertility rate of 3.903 as of July 2020. The country also has a relatively young population, with the median age of 24.5 years for males and 26 years for females as of July 2020. The Huenyan cultural preference for larger families, coupled with a longstanding push by the former Xiomeran government to boost the population in order to continue to fuel the consumption-based national economy, are believed to be the reasons for this trend. After the civil war, in the aftermath of independence, the Huenyan government began taking measures to curb the birth rate due to the nation's economic difficulties.

==Religion==

Huenya tends to be a secular nation, with 67.2% of the population identifying as non-religious. Of those Huenyans that do follow a specific faith, the breakdown is as follows: 23.9% indigenous Huenyan religion; 3.2% Christianity; 1.5% Islam; 1.4% Buddhism; 1.1% Hinduism; 1.0% Judaism; 0.6% Other. While most Huenyans no longer follow a religious path, the indigenous Huenyan religion still serves as a source of legitimacy and authority. The indigenous Huenyan religion also still serves as a source of cultural identity and pride within Huenyan society, with even many "non-religious" Huenyans still believing at least some aspects of it. In the wake of independence, due to the open support of pan-Huenyanism and the new Huenyan state by local religious leaders, experts have noted that support for the Huenyan religion has begun to see a significant rise.

The Huenyan indigenous faith is a polytheistic religion based around a pantheon of major and minor deities. The most significant deities are Tlaloc (rain god, deity of water); Quetzalcoatl (god of wind, the link between the earth and the sky), Tezcatlipoca (deity of cosmic struggle) and Huītzilōpōchtli (deity of the sun, and god of war). Huītzilōpōchtli serves as the preeminent deity in the Huenyan religion.

==Government and legal system==

The Huenyan Federation is a hybrid of aristocratic and democratic forms of government. It consists of an executive, legislative and judicial branch.
 
 

'''Executive Branch'''

The executive branch of Huenya consists of the former Xiomeran royal family, which went into exile after the Second Xiomeran Civil War in 2020, and a separate elected head of government.

The Huēyi tlahtoāni (Great Speaker) and sovereign of the royal family acts as the head of state, in cooperation and consultation with the legislative branch of government. The current Huēyi tlahtoāni is Texōccoatl.

The Cihuacōātl is the title granted to the next person in the line of succession to the Huenyan throne, and often assists the sovereign with diplomatic and administrative responsibilities. The current Cihuacōātl is Tlalmaxxi, wife of Texōccoatl, acting as regent for their son Tonauac.

The Cuauhtlatoani (Vice-Speaker) serves as the equivalent of the Federation's prime minister, serving as head of government and leading the cabinet. This position is elected every three years by nationwide vote. The current Cuauhtlatoani is Tiacihitli.
 
 

'''Legislative Branch'''

Huenya’s legislative branch consists of a bicameral legislature, the Huenyan Federal Legislature. It is made up of two houses: the Chamber of Executives and the Chamber of Deputies.
 
 

''Chamber of Executives:'' Each region of Huenya is led by a tlahtoāni of noble birth, who represents one of Huenya’s four original tribes. The tlahtoāni of each region serves as its representative to the Chamber of Executives, the “upper house” of the national legislature. To represent Xiomerans living in Huenya, as well as to provide representation to Xiomera itself as the Huenyan Federation claims de jure sovereignty over lands currently controlled by the Xiomeran Empire, the Sovereign of the Xiomeran monarchy in exile occupies a position in the Chamber of Executives as well. The purpose of the Chamber of Executives, as spelled out in the Huenyan Constitution, is to ensure that the interests of each of Huenya’s original four ethnic groups are properly represented and protected.

In the event of a deadlock within the Chamber of Executives, the Chief Justice of the Huenyan Federal Court is called in to break the tie.

''Current members of the Chamber of Executives''

* Cihuātlahtoāni of Huenya: Yauhmi
* Tlahtoāni of the Tepiltzin Region: Cusuyo
* Tlahtoāni of the Itotemoc Region: Sirua
* Tlahtoāni of the Necatli Region: Huacue
 

''Chamber of Deputies:'' The “lower house” of the Federal Legislature consists of 240 seats, with each region of Huenya allotted 80 seats, subdivided into 4 sub-regions with 20 seats per sub-region. Unlike the Chamber of Executives, there are no seats specifically reserved for Xiomeran Huenyans. As a body “of the people”, the Chamber of Deputies is supposed to represent all Huenyans regardless of their ethnic background. The purpose of the Chamber of Deputies, as defined in the Huenyan Constitution, is to provide Huenyans who are not of noble birth a voice in governing their nation, and also to “advance the cause of Huenyan unification and transcending tribalism.”

Elections for the Chamber of Deputies, as well as regional legislatures and governorships and municipal positions, are held every three years, on the last day of December, during the same elections that select the Vice-Speaker of the Federation.
 
 

'''Judicial Branch'''

The judicial branch of the Huenyan government is known as the Federation Courts System. It consists of local, regional and federal courts. The highest court in the land is the Huenyan Federal Court. By Federation law, each of the four Huenyan ethnic groups holds a seat on the Supreme Court. A person of non-Huenyan ancestry also holds a seat on the Court, in recognition of the growing multicultural population of Huenya. Federal Court judges are nominated by the Vice-Speaker and approved by the Federal Legislature. They serve life terms, but can be removed by a vote of the Federal Legislature if they are found to be unfit for the bench for either medical reasons or reasons of corruption. The Federal Court serves both as the highest court of Huenya and as a constitutional court.

''Huenyan Federal Court:''
* Xolama (Chief Justice)
* Colla
* Tiseo
* Amquis
* Kaarel Sepp

If the Federal court deadlocks, the tie is broken by the Cihuacōātl, a role that links directly back to the ancient responsibilities of that position as a supreme judge.

The judicial system consists of multiple courts with differing levels of jurisdiction. Trial courts (teccalli) hear civil and criminal cases. Appellate courts (tlaxitlán) review appeals from the teccalli. The Federation Courts System maintains its own constabulary that works with local and national police to serve summons and make arrests for noncompliance with those summons. Huenyan judges are appointed for life, but must take biennial tests to ensure their knowledge of the law as well as their mental fitness. Judges who fail those tests can be removed under Huenyan law. The Huenyan judiciary is also policed by a special branch of the national civil service to ensure honesty, ethical practice and impartiality. Huenyan judges who breach legal or ethical lines are removed from office, and can also face fines and imprisonment for severe breaches of the law. In other aspects, Huenya's legal system is similar to other countries. Double jeopardy is not allowed, trials are required to occur in a timely fashion, and the accused have the right to have attorneys assist them. All cases are tried publicly, and under oath, and defendants can request trial by jury.

==Military==

The ''Federation Defense Force'' falls under the command of the Secretariat of Defense, which in turn falls under the command of the Great Speaker and the Huenyan Assembly. Civilian control of the military is maintained via this chain of command.

The ''Huenyan Federation Army'' composes the ground forces of the Huenyan military, with the exception of special forces. It has a total troop strength of 464,000. It also maintains 2300 main battle tanks, 2800 armored fighting vehicles, 5800 artillery pieces, 200 rocket launchers, 60 guided missile systems and 700 helicopters of various types.

The ''Huenyan Federation Navy'' is the naval defense branch of the Huenyan military, and is also responsible for maintaining shore defenses such as artillery, anti-air and anti-ship missiles, and shoreline defensive installations. It has a total of 80,000 personnel. It maintains a 204-ship fleet and also maintains 190 Tzinali mobile anti-ship ballistic missiles (ASBMs) as well as various shore gun emplacements and fortifications.

The ''Huenyan Federation Air Force'' is the aerial defense branch of the Huenyan military; also responsible for the Huenyan Ballistic Defense Corps and Huenyan space-based operations. It has 60,000 total personnel. It maintains 630 aircraft of all types.

While the numbers of the Huenyan military are impressive on paper, experts have noted that most of the equipment the Huenyan military possesses was inherited from the Xiomeran Empire and that Huenya has neither the infrastructure nor the access to Xiomeran support that would be required to maintain the equipment over the long term.

'''Special forces'''

The ''Federation Special Forces'' consist of two groups: the Eagle Warriors (cuāuhmeh) and the Jaguar Warriors (ocēlōmeh). The Eagle Warriors are elite infantry, and the Jaguar Warriors elite armor and artillery forces. The two forces’ roles stem from historic places that these groups previously held in Huenyan society. They trace their lineages back to ancient Huenyan history, and are held in high esteem. The two forces work in concert on the battlefield, in a modern application of the concept of combined arms to ancient warrior societies.

In addition to the above special forces, a third group known as the Shorn Ones (cuachicqueh) exists above even the Eagle Warriors and Jaguar Warriors. The Shorn Ones represent the absolute best soldiers Huenya can produce, and serve as the palace guard and personal guard of the Huenyan monarchy. They are also utilized for the toughest missions that require the absolute best Huenyan military capability. They can be identified by the fact that their heads are shaven, except for a single long braid over their left ear, and for the face paint they wear (half red and half yellow). The total strength of the Huenyan special forces consists of 15,000 Eagle Warriors, 15,000 Jaguar Warriors and 3,000 Shorn Ones.

'''Rumored WMDs'''

Huenya inherited both nuclear and other WMD stockpiles from the Xiomeran Empire's military following the end of Imperial rule in Huenyan lands. The exact capabilities of the Huenyan military in terms of WMDs is highly classified.

==Economy and infrastructure==

Prior to the Second Xiomeran Civil War, what is now Huenya was a developed country with a high-income economy and one of the most industrialized economies in the IDU. However, during their withdrawal from the lands that now make up Huenya, the Xiomeran Empire engaged a "scorched earth" policy that resulted in the pillaging of much of Huenya's economic power. While Huenya has a highly educated and skilled workforce, the country has been thrust back into a developing status due to the destruction caused by Xiomera's withdrawal.

While there was significant devastation caused by the withdrawal, much of the infrastructure needed to support a modern economy remains present. Huenya has a highly developed and advanced transport network. The country maintains an extensive network of high speed railways, highways, air routes, bus routes and ferry services. The country maintains 543,000 miles of roadway, including 15,000 miles of national highways and 2,500 miles of special "high-speed" highways with no speed limits. The national transit service, FedRail, provides frequent rail service to all major cities, as well as most regional centers. Bus lines connect smaller cities and rural areas to the rail network. The rail system includes 885 miles of high-speed railways connecting major cities. Huenya also maintains 76 airports of varying sizes. Huenya also has an extensive and well-developed high-speed Internet infrastructure, with public wi-fi networks deployed in most major cities. Much of the country's economy and culture is centered around online technology. The infrastructure in place is being used as the foundation for the rebuilding of the national economy.

Unlike Xiomera, whose economy is dominated by massive corporations, Huenya's government is encouraging entrepreneurship and small businesses, as well as start-ups, as a way to jumpstart the rebuilding of its economy. The Huenyan government has also redistributed many assets formerly owned by Xiomeran corporations in the country to new companies based in Huenya, as a way to get the country trading again with the outside world.

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Xiomera

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The Golden Sun Empire of Xiomera is an autocratic state, styled as a meritocracy, in the [[International Democratic Union]]. It occupies the eastern half of the landmass known as Huenya in the far southeastern portion of the IDU, in Caxcana.

==History==

===Pre-Imperial era===

The oldest known histories trace the beginnings of what is now Xiomera to roughly 1100 CE. As the ancient histories state, four different tribes came into existence in the land of Huenya: the Itotemoc, the Necatli, the Tepiltzin and the Xiomera. These four tribes began coalescing around nascent city-states which sprung up in four distinct regions of Huenya. In the far west of Huenya, in a dry and inhospitable region, the Necatli formed a state centered around the ''āltepētl'' of Necuatexi. To the immediate east of the Necatli, the Itotemoc state formed on a high plain around the ''āltepētl'' of Ixtenco. To the east of the Itotemoc, the Tepiltzin formed their state around the ''āltepētl'' of Oacalco, in a pleasant green lowland. And in the far east of Huenya, the Xiomerans formed their state in a lushly forested region centered around their ''āltepētl'' of Tlālacuetztla.

These pre-Imperial city-states were ruled by dynastic, militaristic tribal leaders known as tlahtohqueh. The city-states expanded rapidly during the period 1200 AD to 1325 AD, forming new settlements and claiming territory. By 1250 AD, most of the land in Huenya had already been claimed by one of the four city-states, leading to rising tension between them.

===Era of the Warring States===

From 1325 AD to 1372 AD, the four Huenyan tribes would fight both large-scale and small-scale wars for territory and economic gain. They would form alliances, and end them just as quickly, while trading with each other during brief periods of peace. As the four city-states were evenly matched, none of them could gain a significant advantage, or find a way to end the cycle of constant conflict.

===The Plague of 1372===

In the year 1372 AD, a major plague struck Huenya. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribal regions were devastated, losing thousands of lives and finding their militaries essentially crippled. The Xiomeran tribe, however, would be spared the ravages of this plague by an accident of geography and the scheming of a clever ruler.

The city of Zapotlán, under the control of Xiomera, was a natural chokepoint between western and eastern Huenya. It sat astride a series of passes which provided the only possible land entry into Xiomeran lands from the rest of Huenya. The Xiomeran ruler Quiauhticue, upon hearing of the plague spreading in his neighboring rivals, dispatched his warriors to close the passes at Zapotlán. Quiauhticue also set patrols on the waters and coastlines around Xiomera to prevent anyone from entering or leaving.

Quiauhticue’s reason for doing so was twofold: keeping the plague out of his lands, and also preventing any possible aid from leaving his lands to help the other three city-states. When his advisors warned Quiauhticue that this would spell doom for the other Huenyan tribes, the legend claims, Quiauhticue simply raised an eyebrow, looked at his advisors and said, “Yes. It will.”

Quiauhticue’s actions would set the stage for the foundation of an empire.

===The Wars of Unification===

When the plague finally burned itself out in 1375 AD, the Xiomeran state had been spared its ravages. As the rest of Huenya struggled to piece itself back together, they would face a new threat. Quiauhticue claimed the Mantle of Huītzilōpōchtli, divine right to rule all of Huenya.

Quiauhticue would start by invading the Tepiltzin lands in 1376 AD. Facing minimal resistance, his warriors would occupy the Teplitzin capital of Oacalco within a year, deposing and executing the Tepiltzin ''tlatoani'' Cuetzpalzoh. Alarmed by the easy conquest of the Tepiltzin, the Necatli and Itotemoc formed an alliance to try to counter Quiauhticue’s armies. Their alliance would not prove to be enough.

After taking another year to consolidate his gains and forcibly conscript the remaining Tepiltzin armies into his own, Quiauhticue would move next on the Itotemoc. His armies made slower progress against the more martial Itotemoc, reinforced by their even more warlike Necatli allies. But the Xiomerans outnumbered the combined Itotemoc and Necatli armies three to one, and were better provisioned. Within two years, Quiauhticue would seize the Itotemoc capital of Ixtenco, depose and execute the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Tlacaelel, and force the last remaining Necatli back into their own lands.

By 1380 AD, Quiauhticue was the undisputed ruler of three-quarters of Huenya. The Necatli, however, would prove to be much tougher to conquer. In 1380 and 1382, Quiauhticue would launch invasions of the Necatli state. Both times, his forces were beaten back by a determined Necatli resistance. After the 1382 invasion, Xiomeran armies were able to occupy Necatli lands along the coast. However, the Necatli retreated into their harsh countryside, where they were almost impossible to track or fight. Quiauhticue responded by surrounding the area and cutting off all supply routes, starving the Necatli into surrender. In 1387 AD at the village of Milintica, the last of the Necatli warriors made a desperate charge against the Xiomerans, and were cut down. All of Huenya belonged to Quiauhticue. The Xiomeran Empire was born.

===Consolidation of the Empire===

The years 1387 to 1515 would be a period of consolidation. The aftereffects of the Plague of 1372, and the following decade of war, left much of Huenya a shattered land. From the Xiomeran point of view, this was actually desirable. While it would mean a long period of difficult economic rebuilding, it also gave the nascent Xiomeran Empire a practically blank slate to establish (or impose, depending on one’s tribe and point of view) the mandates of Tlālacuetztla on the whole of Huenya.

From 1387 until 1515, Quiauhticue and succeeding Emperors would mandate the wholesale revision of Huenyan history, religion and politics to enshrine the Xiomerans as the pinnacle of their new Empire. Itotemoc, Necatli and Tepiltzin laws, literature and cultural artifacts were all ordered destroyed, replaced by Xiomeran ones strictly mandated by the Emperors in Tlālacuetztla. A mandatory two-track system of education was established, with schools called “telpochcalli” established for commoners and more rigorous schools called “calmecac” established for the nobility (and small numbers of especially high-performing commoners). After the formation of the Empire, Xiomera would allow the other tribes to continue selecting their own noble leaders (''tlatoani''). However, Xiomeran Emperors would install ''cihuacoatl'' (supreme judges and administrators) to monitor the other tribes’ ''tlatoani'' to make sure they were following the orders of the Emperor.

The period of consolidation was not without its moments of resistance. In 1486, the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Nenexahual would lead a revolt while the Emperor Ixpan was ill, and would manage to regain independence for a brief period before his forces were overrun by a counterattack after Ixpan died and was replaced by his son, Patonal. In 1511, the Necatli would revolt as well, and Patonal would be forced to send an army to quell them. Both revolts were spurred by resentment from the other tribes at Xiomeran mandates designed to eliminate their power and position.

===The Era of Stagnation===

The long period of Xiomeran history from 1515 to 1807 is called the Era of Stagnation by Xiomeran historians. There are several reasons for this. Xiomera would become more stable, and its Imperial system more firmly established, during this period. Tribal resistance would also cease to be openly hostile after the failed 1511 Necatli revolt, instead diminishing into a sullen passive resentment and resistance to Xiomeran leadership.

However, while a relative peace and stability would descend on the Xiomeran Empire during this period, it would be marked by a slow but progressive decline. The Xiomeran nobility would become more concerned with position and wealth than in ensuring the continued success of the Empire. Internal struggles for power, and the repeated overthrow of Emperors and lesser ''tlatoani'' by rivals, would also plague the Xiomeran Empire during this period. The single biggest factor in the decline of the Empire, however, is generally considered by Xiomeran historians to be the increasing autocracy of the Empire during this period. Xiomeran nobles began levying higher and higher demands on the common people of the Empire, in the form of higher taxation and mandated labor to support the nobles’ lifestyle. While this was occurring, legal and systemic changes would further suppress the lower class. Two major examples of this are the elimination of the “telpochcalli” schools for commoners in 1792, and the elimination of the noble title known as "quauhpilli" in 1796. That title had previously given commoners a chance to ascend to the nobility.

===The First Great Reformation===

In 1807, the Emperor Achcauhyotl would rise to the Obsidian Throne. Achcauhyotl was the first to recognize the systemic decline that had set root in the Xiomeran Empire, and would seek to reverse it. Up to this point in Xiomeran history, the other three tribes had been largely excluded from power. Achcauhyotl would make several significant reforms, ending the practice of having Xiomeran overseers monitoring the ''tlatoani'' of the other tribes and allowing the other tribes to freely select their own leaders without Imperial interference. Achcauhyotl would also create the Great Council of Xiomera, where the other ''tlatoani'' would be allowed to advise the Emperor and advocate for the interests of their tribes. Achcauhyotl also re-established schools for commoners, realizing that an uneducated populace would only fuel Xiomera’s continued decline.

Achcauhyotl made these systemic changes in the hopes of getting the other tribes to finally buy into being fully part of the Xiomeran Empire, and also out of the desire to counter the stagnation and corruption that had become so common in the Empire by bringing new blood into its leadership. However, Xiomera would not find these reforms to be enough; the newly empowered leaders of the other tribes soon became as corrupt and power-seeking as their Xiomeran ethnic counterparts. Achcauhyotl would succeed in ending the last resentments and resistance of the other tribes to being part of the Xiomeran Empire. However, it would fall to his daughter to take Xiomera in a new direction – and change its destiny forever.

===The First Xiomeran Civil War===

In 1838, Achcauhyotl died, leaving no male heirs. Xiomeran laws of succession up to that point had not allowed a female heir to take the Obsidian Throne. On his deathbed, Achcauhyotl ordered a change in the laws of succession to allow his daughter, Camaxtica, to become the first Empress (''cihuātlahtoāni'') of Xiomera.

This was a controversial decision for many reasons. Achcauhyotl mandated the change to the laws of succession despite the vocal opposition of his Great Council, the religious leaders of Xiomera, and the nobility in general. The Council had wanted the then highest ranking Xiomeran military officer, Tlanextic, to assume the throne and begin a new dynastic line, ensuring a continued unbroken line of male rulers. Achcauhyotl’s decision to ignore them and enthrone Camaxtica instead infuriated the nobility and religious hierarchy.

Camaxtica’s youth and inexperience was also a factor. She was only 19 years old when she became Empress, the youngest ruler before (or since) in Xiomeran history. The nobility fully expected her to bow to pressure and step down once her father died, or to be a pliable and cooperative figurehead on the Obsidian Throne to let them do as they wanted. They would be shocked and angered to discover that Camaxtica was anything but weak. The next twelve years would earn Camaxtica her nickname, “The Lioness of Tlālacuetztla”.

In 1839, Camaxtica’s ''cihuacoatl'', Amoxlotl, discovered a plot by Tlanextic and the ''tlatoani'' of the other three tribes to overthrow the Empress. Camaxtica had proven unwilling to bow to their pressure or follow their orders, and the nobles had decided it was time for her to go. Camaxtica would not accept this. She ordered Amoxlotl to arrest the other three ''tlatoani'', and Tlanextic as well. In response, the nobles declared a revolt, with Tlanextic as its military leader and planned replacement for the Empress on the Obsidian Throne.

As war began, in 1840, Camaxtica found herself in a very difficult position. The nobles controlled much of Xiomera’s armies, and with Tlanextic at their head, would pose a huge threat. Camaxtica could only command the loyalty of the Xiomeran tribe’s own soldiers, and even some of them refused to accept a woman as ruler. Camaxtica knew that only gaining the support of Xiomera’s much more vast population of commoners would save her reign, and probably her head as well.

In 1840, therefore, Camaxtica made two major edicts that would change the face of Xiomera forever. With the religious and noble hierarchy in open revolt against her, Camaxtica would declare that both were traitors, and declare that moving forward, the citizens would appoint their leaders, including their tlatoani, based on merit rather than noble worth. Camaxtica also declared that the commoners would have the same rights as the nobility, and that the labyrinthine system of laws designed to keep commoners repressed would be ended. This edict, known as the Xiuhtonal, would set the foundation for the meritocratic technocracy known as Xiomeran Meritocracy that governs the Empire to this day.

By 1840, the commoners were primed and ripe for revolt due to the excesses of the nobility and the elite military class. Camaxtica was the first Xiomeran leader to see this and turn it to her advantage. Styling herself as “The People’s Empress”, and promising to free the commoners from their state of peonage, Camaxtica turned the tables on the nobility by gaining a huge number of people willing to fight for her – many more than the nobles had at their disposal.

However, what Camaxtica gained for herself in 1840 was an army of peasants. Unskilled, many of them illiterate, and with only a basic military training, most of them were no match for the soldiers backing the nobles, who had learned how to fight from their early childhood. Without help, Camaxtica’s vast “army of the people” would be little more than cannon fodder. Camaxtica had an answer for that dilemma also, however.

In 1841, Camaxtica handed down the second great edict that would change Xiomera forever. Known as the Tlanextli, this edict would give Camaxtica’s army the edge it needed. From the late 16th century to 1841, Xiomera had been a closed country. Foreigners were not allowed into Xiomera upon pain of death, and all trade with the outside world was forbidden.

The Tlanextli would change all that. In that edict, Camaxtica threw the doors of Xiomera open to the world. She openly sought the help of foreign powers to train and equip her army with modern weapons. Since she controlled the Xiomeran capital, Camaxtica also controlled the vast Xiomeran treasury. She also offered to allow foreign trade after the war, assuming she won. This was more than enough to convince outside powers to trade with the Empress, and give her the modern army she needed.

The Xiomeran nobles’ armies were still equipped much as their forebears had been – arrows, spears, clubs and axes. The influx of modern weapons, especially firearms and cannon, would shift the balance of power decisively in Camaxtica’s favor. Combined with a decisive numerical advantage, the advent of modern warfare would ensure that Camaxtica would keep her throne. By 1850, the nobles’ revolt was defeated. Tlanextic died in the last battle at Huatl'pa, and the tlatoani who had revolted against Camaxtica were publicly executed.

===The Second Great Reformation===

With the last threats to her power ended, Camaxtica devoted the rest of her reign to making sure her promises to the people who had won her the Obsidian Throne were fulfilled. She abolished the nobility, and implemented a system of leaders chosen by councils of experts ''(ihuicatl)''. She also greatly expanded foreign trade, established diplomatic relations with other lands for the first time, and set up a foreign exchange system where Xiomeran youth would study in other lands and foreign youth could come to Xiomera to study as well. Foreign experts in a variety of specialist fields were also hired in the thousands. Xiomeran leaders would also tour many nations during this period to learn modern ways, leading to a state-led industrialization policy. These efforts fell in line with the Imperial goal of "using knowledge and learning to strengthen the foundations of Imperial rule and Xiomeran prosperity and success."

During Camaxtica's reign, Xiomera would make a rapid transition from being an isolationist, semi-feudal state to becoming a modern, industrialized nation. In line with the rapid changes Camaxtica had brought to Xiomeran politics and society, her reign would also bring about adopting scientific, technological and economic systems from around the world. Adapting these ideas to meet Xiomeran capabilities and traditions, these moves would spark an industrial revolution in Xiomera beginning around 1870. Economic and currency reforms, modernization of the Xiomeran transportation and communications networks, and embracing the ideas of a market economy and free market capitalism would transform Xiomera within a few decades from a mostly agrarian backwater into an economic powerhouse. Xiomera's military would likewise be reformed during this period, adopting modern technology and structuring itself on foreign models to complete the initial reforms begun when Camaxtica created her "army of the people".

At the end of Camaxtica's reign, Xiomera was a thoroughly modern nation ready to face the world. Camaxtica is to this day revered as the greatest ruler in Xiomeran history. There is some debate among historians as to her legacy, though. Some historians believe Camaxtica’s reformer label is undeserved, and that Camaxtica only enacted her changes to Xiomeran society because she had no other choice but to empower the commoners of Xiomera and arm them to fight in her defense. Those historians believe that Camaxtica was more pragmatic than idealistic. Most Xiomeran historians, however, still consider her to have been a great reformer.

Camaxtica’s reign came to an end in 1892 with her death at age 73. No Xiomeran ruler has lived or reigned as long as she did, or accomplished as much during their tenure. Camaxtica is especially honored by Xiomeran women, as her reign definitively freed women from the stigma of being “less capable” than men and ensured full and equal rights for Xiomeran women.

===Lōpoch's Expansion===

In 1893, the first new ruler in Xiomera's history in 55 years, Lōpoch, took the Obsidian Throne following Camaxtica's death. Lōpoch had a lot to prove. He was a relatively young Emperor, taking the throne at age 36. He was also the first Emperor to follow the legendary (and lengthy) reign of Camaxtica, an extremely tough act to follow. Ascending to the Obsidian Throne from the leadership of the Imperial Army, Lōpoch was the first in what would become a fairly recurring tradition of military leaders becoming Emperors. Eager to establish himself as a strong Emperor, Lōpoch set his sights on the first expansion of the Xiomeran Empire since its inception, and its first military venture beyond the island of Huenya.

Manauia Island, to the south of Huenya, was a conquest that Xiomeran Emperors had often dreamed of, but failed to accomplish. The Emperor Quiauhticue launched an invasion of Manauia Island in 1389; the Emperor Achcauhyotl would try again, in 1820. Both invasions would fail as the inhabitants of Manauia Island, the Teyatia, fought fiercely and refused to bend the knee to overlords in distant Tlālacuetztla.

Lōpoch was determined that his conquest, unlike those of Quiauhticue and Achcauhyotl, would succeed. He had an advantage his predecessors did not: the modern army, equipped with rifles and field artillery, and the supporting warships of the modern navy built by Camaxtica during her long reign. In previous battles, the Xiomeran and Teyatia forces had been roughly equal in technology and tactics. During Lōpoch's Expansion, the situation was severely unequal, in favor of the Xiomerans. The Teyatia, still using weapons and tactics of an earlier age, stood no chance against the Imperial Army and Imperial Navy. Within six months, Manauia Island was firmly under Xiomeran rule. Neighboring Cenotillo Island was also annexed a year later.

===The 1 August Uprising===

On August 1st, 1977, protests began in the Xiomeran capital of Tlālacuetztla. The protests initially began due to resentment among poorer Xiomerans about the high cost of living. However, the protests quickly morphed into a larger movement demanding democratic reform in Xiomera. Seeing democracies flourishing in many nations around Xiomera, many Xiomerans had begun demanding increased political freedom and civil rights as well. These demands were not welcomed by the Xiomeran government, and were seen as a direct challenge to the relatively new reign of the then-Emperor Xōlotl.

The protests spread to multiple Xiomeran cities from August 3rd to 6th of 1977, and began to hinder Xiomeran commerce. Protesters began to occupy public spaces, block highways and public transport services, and also began to occupy Xiomeran factories. Faced with serious pressure to address the matter decisively, Emperor Xōlotl fired the Secretary of Security, Paltec, on August 7th, 1977 and ordered the Xiomeran military to end the protests by any means necessary. Beginning in Tlālacuetztla, the Xiomeran army unleashed its full force on the protesters. While Xiomeran media censorship and destruction of records related to the 1977 protests have kept a full accounting of the events from being performed, it is widely believed that thousands of Xiomerans were either killed or imprisoned in order to put down the protests. The brutal backlash by Xōlotl's government to the protests left such a scar on Xiomeran society that no further serious agitation for democracy or protests were launched in Xiomera for over forty years.

===Assassination of Emperor Topilpopoca, and the ascension of Empress Yauhmi===

On September 8th, 2019, the longstanding Emperor of Xiomera, Topilpopoca, was returning from a trip to the Xiomeran possession of Manauia Island when he was shot in front of the Palace by a disgruntled former Cabinet member, Cētlalhui. Cētlalhui had been fired by the Emperor for incompetence, and sought revenge through the assassination attempt. Topilpopoca would die from his injuries on October 3rd, 2019. On November 3rd, 2019, the wife of Topilpopoca, Empress [[Yauhmi]], was chosen to succeed him in the unique Xiomeran process known as the Great Selection. During her bid for the throne, Yauhmi promised many of her backers that she would rule in the same moderately conservative fashion that her husband had. But upon actually taking power, Yauhmi launched a series of reforms meant to bring greater civil rights, political rights and economic freedom to Xiomera. The reforms left many of her former conservative supporters feeling betrayed, and that she had gained the Obsidian Throne under false pretenses. Worse, many of them began to see Yauhmi's reign as a direct assault on the Xiomeran philosophy known as Xiomeran Meritocracy.

===The Second Xiomeran Civil War===

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Dissatisfied with her reforms, a group of conservative political, business and military leaders planned in secret to overthrow Empress Yauhmi. On April 10th, 2020, at the opening session of a Huenyan Assembly meant to bring greater political openness to Xiomera, the Xiomeran military deposed Empress Yauhmi and placed her in prison, along with the other members of the Huenyan Assembly. A Provisional Imperial Government was formed by the Xiomeran General Staff, staging a complete takeover of the country. Martial law was declared throughout the country, and harsh measures taken to ensure no opposition. Domestic opposition groups were banned, and their members arrested. As a result of the coup, multiple countries, including [[Laeral]], [[Legionas]], [[Eiria]] and [[Kerlile]], terminated diplomatic relations with Xiomera and refused to acknowledge the new government. The Xiomeran government retaliated by also terminating diplomatic relations with all four nations, and placing them in a restrictive trade status just short of an outright trade ban.

A government in exile was formed in Laeral, led by Crown Prince [[Texōccoatl]], Yauhmi's son and next in line for the Obsidian Throne. The military junta in Xiomera responded by staging a Great Selection widely regarded as fraudulent, crowning [[Xochiuhue]], son of Emperor Xōlotl, as the Emperor of Xiomera.

The reign of Xochiuhue would prove to be a short and disastrous one, leading to multiple revolts, protests and violence around the nation. In the wake of the unrest, Xochiuhue would be overthrown by his Security Secretary, [[Calhualyana]].

After a major uprising led by Xiomeran supporters of Empress Yauhmi and members of the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli ethnic groups in western Huenya, the conflict morphed into a civil war which quickly ground into a stalemate. A final resolution to the conflict, which led to the partition of Xiomera, was negotiated in talks in Jinyu, Laeral. The conflict resulted in the creation of the nation of [[Huenya]] in lands ceded by the Empire, as well as the independence of Manauia Island and the Netlcōatl Islands. The partition also resulted in the loss of the Intra-Xiomera Canal.

==Geography and climate==

Xiomera occupies the eastern half of the island of Huenya in the South Xiomeran Sea. The country covers a mostly humid subtropical region. Rainfall is most prevalent from June to September. Xiomera has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March.

Xiomera has three national parks: the Atzaloyan - Montelin Imperial Park north of Tlālacuetztla, the Lake Ehehuani Nature Preserve, and the National Oceanic Preserve based in Saclamantón.

The Xiomeran government, as well as its business sector, have received considerable criticism from around the IDU for their marked disregard for the environment.

==Demographics==

===Population===

Xiomera had an estimated population of 83,166,711 as of 2021. The country is noted for its extremely high population density. Most Xiomerans live in urban areas, as the rapid industrialization of the country fueled migration from rural areas. 81.4% of the total population lived in urban areas as of July 2020.

The capital city, Tlālacuetztla, is the country's largest city and chief industrial center, with a population of 13,929,280 in Tlālacuetztla Municipality and 37,468,000 in the greater metropolitan area. The capital is closely tied to the nearby port of Huitzitaca, Xiomera's largest port. Major Xiomeran cities, Tlālacuetztla in particular, suffer from significant issues related to migration and overcrowding, such as strained infrastructure, housing costs and homelessness. By contrast, the rural areas of Xiomera have major issues stemming from their lack of population. Various Xiomeran governments have tried to reverse the trend of urban migration, and renew the flow of population to other areas, with only limited success.

The ethnic Xiomeran group has long held dominance over the economic, social and political life of the country, as the "founders" of the Empire. While the country has been mostly stable for the most part, the second-class status that the Tepiltzin, Itotemoc and Necatli ethnic groups have been subjected to throughout the country's history was the source of continued tension. This tension was one of the secondary causes of the Second Xiomeran Civil War.

Xiomera, in a paradox for a developed nation, has a relatively high fertility rate of 3.903 as of July 2020. The country also has a relatively young population, with the median age of 24.5 years for males and 26 years for females as of July 2020. The Xiomeran cultural preference for larger families, coupled with a longstanding government push to boost the population in order to continue to fuel the consumption-based national economy, are believed to be the reasons for this trend.

===Education===

Education in Xiomera is a mix of traditional Xiomeran schooling with educational ideas and institutions imported from other countries. All Xiomeran schools are public schools; private schools are not allowed in Xiomera. This stems from traditional Xiomeran tendencies to want oversight over the educational system by the rulers (and later, by the Xiomeran government). Xiomeran schools typically have two branches before one gets to institutions of higher education: the ''calmecac'' or the ''telpochcalli''.

The ''calmecac'' began in ancient Xiomeran history as schools for the sons of nobles. In these schools, they learned literacy, history, religious rituals, calendrics, geometry, songs and the military arts. They also studied astronomy, theology and statesmanship. This would prepare the nobles' sons for their future roles as leaders, priests or healers. They would also serve as the place of learning for future scholars and artists.

The counterpart to the ''calmecac'', the ''telpochcalli'', taught commoner boys history and religion, agricultural skills and a craft or trade, preparing them for their future lives as workers. After graduation, they would be sent back to their families to begin their working life. Certain ''telpochcalli'' specialized in military roles, teaching fighting skills and techniques to particularly athletic or martially-capable boys, before routing them to the army for further training and eventual lives as soldiers.

As Xiomera entered the modern era, the ''calmecac'' and ''telpochcalli'' evolved into more general-purpose educational institutions. The ''calmecac'' became elite schools for highly talented Xiomeran youth in both academic and athletic fields, the equivalent of "gifted and talented" institutions or magnet schools in other countries. They also stopped being exclusive to the sons of the nobility, becoming open both to commoners and to girls as well.

The ''telpochcalli'', for their part, became "standard" public schools for Xiomeran youth of all genders and abilities, teaching a more broad and advanced level of education than in ancient times. In recent years, the line between the calmecac and the telpochcalli has begun to blur with the adoption of curriculum such as STEM education in both institutions.

One important holdover from ancient Xiomeran educational tradition are the special schools reserved especially for children whose attributes make them prime candidates to join the ranks of the Shorn Ones, the elite Xiomeran warriors who serve the royal family. A special kind of ''calmecac'' still exists for these young people in the city of Chuaztlapoc, completely separate from the rest of the Xiomeran educational system and run by the Shorn Ones themselves.

Much like the lower levels of education in Xiomera, higher education in Xiomera likewise has two tracks, with two unique types of institutions for each.

The Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities are a system of elite colleges and universities throughout Xiomera, usually located in major cities. As their name indicates, these schools started out as institutes of technology, vocational colleges, engineering schools or schools meant to offer "practical" training. These were the first Western-style colleges in Xiomera, and were launched by the Empress Camaxtica in 1855 as part of her efforts to modernize Xiomera by bringing in Western-style learning. As Xiomera was focused on modernizing its industry and technology during that period, the Polytechnics initially focused solely on those fields.

As time went on, it became clear that Xiomera needed a more diverse set of offerings for its institutions of higher education. Towards the end of her reign, in 1889, Camaxtica launched the other tier of Xiomeran universities, the Imperial University System of Xiomera. The Xiomeran higher educational system was reorganized much along the lines of the the ''calmecac'' and the ''telpochcalli''. The Polytechnic Universities became the upper tier of the Xiomeran higher education system, and the Imperial University System a more "accessible" level of education for those who could not gain admittance to the Polytechnics.

Today, the nine Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities serve as the pinnacle of Xiomeran education, with an acceptance rate between 4% to 9% of applicants, depending on the institution. The Polytechnics, unlike the Imperial University System, charge for admission, and the cost per school year is not cheap - averaging between 63,000 and 75,000 quetzals per year, again depending on the institution. The Polytechnics, despite their misleading name, no longer focus solely on churning out engineers or training workers. They instead provide an exceptionally broad and high-quality education across all fields, and are often seen as the ticket to admission to the higher echelons of Xiomeran political, social and business life. There has been some discussion by leaders of these institutions about dropping the "polytechnic" title, but tradition, history and affection for the name from alumni have prevented that thus far.

By contrast, the 200 Imperial University System institutions are open admission, and do not charge students to attend. While their lower status has led to some disdain for degrees from IUS institutions among the elite, the far greater accessibility to a college education through the IUS institutions has been a major driving force behind the high levels of literacy (97.9% literacy rate), college completion (55.5% graduation rate), and overall education and learning among the Xiomeran populace as a whole. IUS institutions offer both 2 and 4 year degrees, and thus serve both as a form of community college and full-fledged university for most Xiomerans.

==Religion==

Xiomera tends to be a secular nation, with 67.2% of the population identifying as non-religious. Of those Xiomerans that do follow a specific faith, the breakdown is as follows: 23.9% indigenous Huenyan religion; 3.2% Christianity; 1.5% Islam; 1.4% Buddhism; 1.1% Hinduism; 1.0% Judaism; 0.6% Other. While most Xiomerans no longer follow a religious path, the indigenous Huenyan religion still serves as a source of legitimacy and authority within Xiomeran society. The indigenous Huenyan religion also still serves as a source of cultural identity and pride within Xiomeran society, with even many "non-religious" Xiomerans still believing at least some aspects of it.

The Huenyan indigenous faith is a polytheistic religion based around a pantheon of major and minor deities. The most significant deities are Tlaloc (rain god, deity of water); Quetzalcoatl (god of wind, the link between the earth and the sky), Tezcatlipoca (deity of cosmic struggle) and Huītzilōpōchtli (deity of the sun, and god of war). Huītzilōpōchtli serves as the preeminent deity in the Huenyan religion and is also linked to the Xiomeran ruling lineage. Any Xiomeran Emperor or Empress must be seen as having the "mandate of Huītzilōpōchtli" in order to rule.

==Government and legal system==

The Xiomeran government saw a major overhaul after the Second Xiomeran Civil War, in the reforms of the "New Empire" under Empress Calhualyana. Under the current political structure, the Empress theoretically shares power with the elected Prime Minister and the Imperial Parliament. In reality, the Empress holds near-supreme power, with the "elected" positions dominated by members of the loyalist [[Xiomeran Citizens' Party]]. The XCP serves as a major bulwark of the power of the Throne, supporting the Empress with virtually unswerving loyalty. The Prime Minister's Cabinet leads the ministries of the government, reporting to the Prime Minister, who answers to the Empress.

The Xiomeran judicial system consists of multiple courts with differing levels of jurisdiction. Trial courts (''teccalli'') hear civil and criminal cases. Appellate courts (''tlaxitlán'') review appeals from the ''teccalli''. The ''cihuacoatl'', as chief justice, reviews appeals from the ''tlaxitlán''. The ''cihuacoatl'' determines the verdict and his decision can only be appealed to the ''huey tlatoani'' and ''cihuacoatl'' of all Xiomera. The two serve as a final "supreme court" of appeal and are not obligated to hear any appeal from lower courts. If they do accept an appeal, their ruling is final. This "supreme court" also has absolute right to intervene at any time with a final verdict on any cases or appeals that they deem "vital to the Imperial interest."

The Xiomeran Court System maintains its own constabulary that works with local and national police to serve summons and make arrests for noncompliance with those summons.

While judges are appointed, they must also complete an apprenticeship program that involves observing court proceedings and taking tests to measure their knowledge of Xiomeran law. Judges are retained or removed from office on the same six-year cycle as all other Xiomeran officials.

The Xiomeran judiciary is policed by a special branch of the national civil service to ensure honesty, ethical practice and impartiality. Xiomeran judges who breach legal or ethical lines are removed from office, and can also face fines, imprisonment, or even execution for severe breaches of the law.

In most other respects, the Xiomeran legal system is similar to other countries. Double jeopardy is not allowed, trials are required to occur in a timely fashion, and the accused have the right to have attorneys assist them. All cases are tried publicly, and under oath. The main difference from other countries is that trial by jury does not exist in Xiomera.

==Military==

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Armed Forces'' are the defense force of Xiomera. The Armed Forces fall under the command of the Ministry of Defense, which in turn falls under the command of the Empress and the Imperial Parliament. Civilian control of the military is maintained via this chain of command. Xiomera maintains a large and well-funded military (3.7% of GDP in 2019).

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Army'' composes the ground forces of the Xiomeran military, with the exception of special forces. Total troop strength is 505,000. The Imperial Army also maintains 2800 main battle tanks, 2900 armored fighting vehicles, 6000 artillery pieces, 250 rocket launchers, 80 guided missile systems, and 810 helicopters of various types.

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Navy'' is the naval defense branch of the Xiomeran military, and is also responsible for maintaining shore defenses such as artillery, anti-air and anti-ship missiles, and shoreline defensive installations. The Xiomeran Navy has a total personnel strength of 90,000 personnel. The Navy maintains a 310-ship fleet and also operates 190 mobile ASBMs and various shore defenses, as well as a naval aviation force of 875 aircraft across all types.

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Air Force'' is the aerial defense branch of the Xiomeran military, and is also responsible for the Imperial Strategic Rocket Corps and Imperial space-based operations. The Xiomeran Air Force has a total personnel strength of 77,324. It had a total inventory of 906 aircraft of all types in service as of September 2020, and also operates a fleet of drones.

The ''Xiomeran Special Forces'' consist of two groups. The Warriors of Tezcatlipōca are the first branch of the Imperial Special Forces. Named for the Huenyan "invisible god" representing "the silent night winds, and thunderous war", this branch of the Special Forces takes after their namesake Tezcatlipōca by utilizing stealth and secrecy to deliver unexpected and shattering blows to the enemies of the Empire. The total troop complement of this branch is 18,000 troops.

The Warriors of Huītzilōpōchtli are the second branch of the Imperial Special Forces. They take their name from the patron god of the Xiomerans, the god of the sun and of war. Unlike their counterparts in the Warriors of Tezcatlipōca, the Warriors of Huītzilōpōchtli are always clearly out in the open, first into battle when the Empire goes to war. Never hiding or shrinking from a fight, they are the embodiment of Xiomeran martial spirit and power. The total troop complement of this branch is 18,000 troops.

Xiomera has been rumored to have a nuclear weapons capability since 1987, and many experts have noted that its arsenal of ballistic missiles would be capable of carrying a nuclear warhead as well as the conventional warheads that are already known to exist. The Xiomeran Government has never formally confirmed a nuclear capacity, but has also never formally denied it, either. Rumors also continue to exist that Xiomera may possess other WMDs as a last-ditch defensive measure.

The Xiomeran military utilizes solely domestic-produced weapons systems, mainly produced by the Coatōn Corporation and Coltec Corporation.

==Economy==

Xiomera is a developed country with a high-income economy and is one of the most industrialized economies in the IDU. Xiomera is especially respected for the quality of its manufactured goods and electronics. The Xiomeran economy is geared both around domestic consumption and export to other nations. Since its mass adoption of modern manufacturing and industralization in the 1850s, Xiomera has seen itself as the "nation that makes things" and the "store to the world". The modernization of the Empire, which began during that period, has leveraged massive investments in education to transform the country from a backwater state to an economic powerhouse in a remarkably short period. The Xiomeran economy, by its very nature, is highly dependent on international trade.

Xiomera's industrial sector has a very large capacity and is one of the most technologically advanced in the IDU. The Xiomeran industrial sector makes up approximately 27.5% of the nation's GDP. Extensive robotics and automation provide an additional boost to Xiomeran manufacturing capabilities. Xiomera is also a leading nation in scientific research, through its two university systems and the private sector, as well as government research firms. In total, approximately 700,000 researchers share a 130 billion quetzal research and development budget

The Xiomeran economy is dominated by massive industrial conglomerates known as ''necuiltonolli''. These huge corporations often have highly complex, interlocking business relationships which make it extremely hard to ever break them up or regulate them. Xiomeran governments, for the most part, engage in little to no oversight of the business community, believing in a mantra of "totally free trade". The Second Xiomeran Civil War was sparked, in part, by the efforts of the Empress Yauhmi to begin more closely regulating, and taxing, the Xiomeran business community. More recently, the souring trade relations between Xiomera and other nations in the aftermath of Emperor Xochiuhue's rise to power have begun to alarm some Xiomeran businesspeople.

Xiomeran capitalism has sometimes been described as "predatory" and even "rapacious", particularly by critics from less capitalist countries and from opposition groups within Xiomera itself. The motto "competition is everything, everything is competition", coined by the Emperor Achcauhyotl, has since been widely adopted as the mantra of the Xiomeran business community.

==Infrastructure==

Xiomera has a highly developed and advanced transport network. The country maintains an extensive network of high speed railways, highways, air routes, bus routes and ferry services. The country maintains 755,000 miles of roadway, including 34,000 miles of national highways and 5,000 miles of special "high-speed" highways with no speed limits.

The national transit service, Zaca, provides frequent rail service to all major Xiomeran cities, as well as most regional centers. Bus lines connect smaller cities and rural areas to the rail network. The Zaca rail system includes 1,485 miles of high-speed railways connecting major cities.

The nation's largest airport, Ocatzcal International Airport in Tlālacuetztla, served 87,098,683 passengers in 2018. There are also airports in most large to medium-sized Xiomeran cities, as well as heliports. There are 175 airports in the country.

Despite its environmentally unfriendly reputation, Xiomera is a major producer of nuclear power. 31% of the nation's electricity is derived from nuclear power. Much of the remaining capacity is generated by natural gas and coal, although the country has begun exploring the expansion of wind, solar and hydropower sources.

Xiomera has an extensive and well-developed high-speed Internet infrastructure, with public wi-fi networks deployed in most major Xiomeran cities. Much of the country's economy and culture is centered around online technology. While online access is widespread in Xiomera, the frequent monitoring of online communications and censorship practiced by the government is often seen as a hindrance.

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The Golden Sun Empire of Xiomera is an autocratic state, styled as a meritocracy, in the [[International Democratic Union]]. It occupies the eastern half of the landmass known as Huenya in the far southeastern portion of the IDU, in Caxcana.

==History==

===Pre-Imperial era===

The oldest known histories trace the beginnings of what is now Xiomera to roughly 1100 CE. As the ancient histories state, four different tribes came into existence in the land of Huenya: the Itotemoc, the Necatli, the Tepiltzin and the Xiomera. These four tribes began coalescing around nascent city-states which sprung up in four distinct regions of Huenya. In the far west of Huenya, in a dry and inhospitable region, the Necatli formed a state centered around the ''āltepētl'' of Necuatexi. To the immediate east of the Necatli, the Itotemoc state formed on a high plain around the ''āltepētl'' of Ixtenco. To the east of the Itotemoc, the Tepiltzin formed their state around the ''āltepētl'' of Oacalco, in a pleasant green lowland. And in the far east of Huenya, the Xiomerans formed their state in a lushly forested region centered around their ''āltepētl'' of Tlālacuetztla.

These pre-Imperial city-states were ruled by dynastic, militaristic tribal leaders known as tlahtohqueh. The city-states expanded rapidly during the period 1200 AD to 1325 AD, forming new settlements and claiming territory. By 1250 AD, most of the land in Huenya had already been claimed by one of the four city-states, leading to rising tension between them.

===Era of the Warring States===

From 1325 AD to 1372 AD, the four Huenyan tribes would fight both large-scale and small-scale wars for territory and economic gain. They would form alliances, and end them just as quickly, while trading with each other during brief periods of peace. As the four city-states were evenly matched, none of them could gain a significant advantage, or find a way to end the cycle of constant conflict.

===The Plague of 1372===

In the year 1372 AD, a major plague struck Huenya. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribal regions were devastated, losing thousands of lives and finding their militaries essentially crippled. The Xiomeran tribe, however, would be spared the ravages of this plague by an accident of geography and the scheming of a clever ruler.

The city of Zapotlán, under the control of Xiomera, was a natural chokepoint between western and eastern Huenya. It sat astride a series of passes which provided the only possible land entry into Xiomeran lands from the rest of Huenya. The Xiomeran ruler Quiauhticue, upon hearing of the plague spreading in his neighboring rivals, dispatched his warriors to close the passes at Zapotlán. Quiauhticue also set patrols on the waters and coastlines around Xiomera to prevent anyone from entering or leaving.

Quiauhticue’s reason for doing so was twofold: keeping the plague out of his lands, and also preventing any possible aid from leaving his lands to help the other three city-states. When his advisors warned Quiauhticue that this would spell doom for the other Huenyan tribes, the legend claims, Quiauhticue simply raised an eyebrow, looked at his advisors and said, “Yes. It will.”

Quiauhticue’s actions would set the stage for the foundation of an empire.

===The Wars of Unification===

When the plague finally burned itself out in 1375 AD, the Xiomeran state had been spared its ravages. As the rest of Huenya struggled to piece itself back together, they would face a new threat. Quiauhticue claimed the Mantle of Huītzilōpōchtli, divine right to rule all of Huenya.

Quiauhticue would start by invading the Tepiltzin lands in 1376 AD. Facing minimal resistance, his warriors would occupy the Teplitzin capital of Oacalco within a year, deposing and executing the Tepiltzin ''tlatoani'' Cuetzpalzoh. Alarmed by the easy conquest of the Tepiltzin, the Necatli and Itotemoc formed an alliance to try to counter Quiauhticue’s armies. Their alliance would not prove to be enough.

After taking another year to consolidate his gains and forcibly conscript the remaining Tepiltzin armies into his own, Quiauhticue would move next on the Itotemoc. His armies made slower progress against the more martial Itotemoc, reinforced by their even more warlike Necatli allies. But the Xiomerans outnumbered the combined Itotemoc and Necatli armies three to one, and were better provisioned. Within two years, Quiauhticue would seize the Itotemoc capital of Ixtenco, depose and execute the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Tlacaelel, and force the last remaining Necatli back into their own lands.

By 1380 AD, Quiauhticue was the undisputed ruler of three-quarters of Huenya. The Necatli, however, would prove to be much tougher to conquer. In 1380 and 1382, Quiauhticue would launch invasions of the Necatli state. Both times, his forces were beaten back by a determined Necatli resistance. After the 1382 invasion, Xiomeran armies were able to occupy Necatli lands along the coast. However, the Necatli retreated into their harsh countryside, where they were almost impossible to track or fight. Quiauhticue responded by surrounding the area and cutting off all supply routes, starving the Necatli into surrender. In 1387 AD at the village of Milintica, the last of the Necatli warriors made a desperate charge against the Xiomerans, and were cut down. All of Huenya belonged to Quiauhticue. The Xiomeran Empire was born.

===Consolidation of the Empire===

The years 1387 to 1515 would be a period of consolidation. The aftereffects of the Plague of 1372, and the following decade of war, left much of Huenya a shattered land. From the Xiomeran point of view, this was actually desirable. While it would mean a long period of difficult economic rebuilding, it also gave the nascent Xiomeran Empire a practically blank slate to establish (or impose, depending on one’s tribe and point of view) the mandates of Tlālacuetztla on the whole of Huenya.

From 1387 until 1515, Quiauhticue and succeeding Emperors would mandate the wholesale revision of Huenyan history, religion and politics to enshrine the Xiomerans as the pinnacle of their new Empire. Itotemoc, Necatli and Tepiltzin laws, literature and cultural artifacts were all ordered destroyed, replaced by Xiomeran ones strictly mandated by the Emperors in Tlālacuetztla. A mandatory two-track system of education was established, with schools called “telpochcalli” established for commoners and more rigorous schools called “calmecac” established for the nobility (and small numbers of especially high-performing commoners). After the formation of the Empire, Xiomera would allow the other tribes to continue selecting their own noble leaders (''tlatoani''). However, Xiomeran Emperors would install ''cihuacoatl'' (supreme judges and administrators) to monitor the other tribes’ ''tlatoani'' to make sure they were following the orders of the Emperor.

The period of consolidation was not without its moments of resistance. In 1486, the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Nenexahual would lead a revolt while the Emperor Ixpan was ill, and would manage to regain independence for a brief period before his forces were overrun by a counterattack after Ixpan died and was replaced by his son, Patonal. In 1511, the Necatli would revolt as well, and Patonal would be forced to send an army to quell them. Both revolts were spurred by resentment from the other tribes at Xiomeran mandates designed to eliminate their power and position.

===The Era of Stagnation===

The long period of Xiomeran history from 1515 to 1807 is called the Era of Stagnation by Xiomeran historians. There are several reasons for this. Xiomera would become more stable, and its Imperial system more firmly established, during this period. Tribal resistance would also cease to be openly hostile after the failed 1511 Necatli revolt, instead diminishing into a sullen passive resentment and resistance to Xiomeran leadership.

However, while a relative peace and stability would descend on the Xiomeran Empire during this period, it would be marked by a slow but progressive decline. The Xiomeran nobility would become more concerned with position and wealth than in ensuring the continued success of the Empire. Internal struggles for power, and the repeated overthrow of Emperors and lesser ''tlatoani'' by rivals, would also plague the Xiomeran Empire during this period. The single biggest factor in the decline of the Empire, however, is generally considered by Xiomeran historians to be the increasing autocracy of the Empire during this period. Xiomeran nobles began levying higher and higher demands on the common people of the Empire, in the form of higher taxation and mandated labor to support the nobles’ lifestyle. While this was occurring, legal and systemic changes would further suppress the lower class. Two major examples of this are the elimination of the “telpochcalli” schools for commoners in 1792, and the elimination of the noble title known as "quauhpilli" in 1796. That title had previously given commoners a chance to ascend to the nobility.

===The First Great Reformation===

In 1807, the Emperor Achcauhyotl would rise to the Obsidian Throne. Achcauhyotl was the first to recognize the systemic decline that had set root in the Xiomeran Empire, and would seek to reverse it. Up to this point in Xiomeran history, the other three tribes had been largely excluded from power. Achcauhyotl would make several significant reforms, ending the practice of having Xiomeran overseers monitoring the ''tlatoani'' of the other tribes and allowing the other tribes to freely select their own leaders without Imperial interference. Achcauhyotl would also create the Great Council of Xiomera, where the other ''tlatoani'' would be allowed to advise the Emperor and advocate for the interests of their tribes. Achcauhyotl also re-established schools for commoners, realizing that an uneducated populace would only fuel Xiomera’s continued decline.

Achcauhyotl made these systemic changes in the hopes of getting the other tribes to finally buy into being fully part of the Xiomeran Empire, and also out of the desire to counter the stagnation and corruption that had become so common in the Empire by bringing new blood into its leadership. However, Xiomera would not find these reforms to be enough; the newly empowered leaders of the other tribes soon became as corrupt and power-seeking as their Xiomeran ethnic counterparts. Achcauhyotl would succeed in ending the last resentments and resistance of the other tribes to being part of the Xiomeran Empire. However, it would fall to his daughter to take Xiomera in a new direction – and change its destiny forever.

===The First Xiomeran Civil War===

In 1838, Achcauhyotl died, leaving no male heirs. Xiomeran laws of succession up to that point had not allowed a female heir to take the Obsidian Throne. On his deathbed, Achcauhyotl ordered a change in the laws of succession to allow his daughter, Camaxtica, to become the first Empress (''cihuātlahtoāni'') of Xiomera.

This was a controversial decision for many reasons. Achcauhyotl mandated the change to the laws of succession despite the vocal opposition of his Great Council, the religious leaders of Xiomera, and the nobility in general. The Council had wanted the then highest ranking Xiomeran military officer, Tlanextic, to assume the throne and begin a new dynastic line, ensuring a continued unbroken line of male rulers. Achcauhyotl’s decision to ignore them and enthrone Camaxtica instead infuriated the nobility and religious hierarchy.

Camaxtica’s youth and inexperience was also a factor. She was only 19 years old when she became Empress, the youngest ruler before (or since) in Xiomeran history. The nobility fully expected her to bow to pressure and step down once her father died, or to be a pliable and cooperative figurehead on the Obsidian Throne to let them do as they wanted. They would be shocked and angered to discover that Camaxtica was anything but weak. The next twelve years would earn Camaxtica her nickname, “The Lioness of Tlālacuetztla”.

In 1839, Camaxtica’s ''cihuacoatl'', Amoxlotl, discovered a plot by Tlanextic and the ''tlatoani'' of the other three tribes to overthrow the Empress. Camaxtica had proven unwilling to bow to their pressure or follow their orders, and the nobles had decided it was time for her to go. Camaxtica would not accept this. She ordered Amoxlotl to arrest the other three ''tlatoani'', and Tlanextic as well. In response, the nobles declared a revolt, with Tlanextic as its military leader and planned replacement for the Empress on the Obsidian Throne.

As war began, in 1840, Camaxtica found herself in a very difficult position. The nobles controlled much of Xiomera’s armies, and with Tlanextic at their head, would pose a huge threat. Camaxtica could only command the loyalty of the Xiomeran tribe’s own soldiers, and even some of them refused to accept a woman as ruler. Camaxtica knew that only gaining the support of Xiomera’s much more vast population of commoners would save her reign, and probably her head as well.

In 1840, therefore, Camaxtica made two major edicts that would change the face of Xiomera forever. With the religious and noble hierarchy in open revolt against her, Camaxtica would declare that both were traitors, and declare that moving forward, the citizens would appoint their leaders, including their tlatoani, based on merit rather than noble worth. Camaxtica also declared that the commoners would have the same rights as the nobility, and that the labyrinthine system of laws designed to keep commoners repressed would be ended. This edict, known as the Xiuhtonal, would set the foundation for the meritocratic technocracy known as Xiomeran Meritocracy that governs the Empire to this day.

By 1840, the commoners were primed and ripe for revolt due to the excesses of the nobility and the elite military class. Camaxtica was the first Xiomeran leader to see this and turn it to her advantage. Styling herself as “The People’s Empress”, and promising to free the commoners from their state of peonage, Camaxtica turned the tables on the nobility by gaining a huge number of people willing to fight for her – many more than the nobles had at their disposal.

However, what Camaxtica gained for herself in 1840 was an army of peasants. Unskilled, many of them illiterate, and with only a basic military training, most of them were no match for the soldiers backing the nobles, who had learned how to fight from their early childhood. Without help, Camaxtica’s vast “army of the people” would be little more than cannon fodder. Camaxtica had an answer for that dilemma also, however.

In 1841, Camaxtica handed down the second great edict that would change Xiomera forever. Known as the Tlanextli, this edict would give Camaxtica’s army the edge it needed. From the late 16th century to 1841, Xiomera had been a closed country. Foreigners were not allowed into Xiomera upon pain of death, and all trade with the outside world was forbidden.

The Tlanextli would change all that. In that edict, Camaxtica threw the doors of Xiomera open to the world. She openly sought the help of foreign powers to train and equip her army with modern weapons. Since she controlled the Xiomeran capital, Camaxtica also controlled the vast Xiomeran treasury. She also offered to allow foreign trade after the war, assuming she won. This was more than enough to convince outside powers to trade with the Empress, and give her the modern army she needed.

The Xiomeran nobles’ armies were still equipped much as their forebears had been – arrows, spears, clubs and axes. The influx of modern weapons, especially firearms and cannon, would shift the balance of power decisively in Camaxtica’s favor. Combined with a decisive numerical advantage, the advent of modern warfare would ensure that Camaxtica would keep her throne. By 1850, the nobles’ revolt was defeated. Tlanextic died in the last battle at Huatl'pa, and the tlatoani who had revolted against Camaxtica were publicly executed.

===The Second Great Reformation===

With the last threats to her power ended, Camaxtica devoted the rest of her reign to making sure her promises to the people who had won her the Obsidian Throne were fulfilled. She abolished the nobility, and implemented a system of leaders chosen by councils of experts ''(ihuicatl)''. She also greatly expanded foreign trade, established diplomatic relations with other lands for the first time, and set up a foreign exchange system where Xiomeran youth would study in other lands and foreign youth could come to Xiomera to study as well. Foreign experts in a variety of specialist fields were also hired in the thousands. Xiomeran leaders would also tour many nations during this period to learn modern ways, leading to a state-led industrialization policy. These efforts fell in line with the Imperial goal of "using knowledge and learning to strengthen the foundations of Imperial rule and Xiomeran prosperity and success."

During Camaxtica's reign, Xiomera would make a rapid transition from being an isolationist, semi-feudal state to becoming a modern, industrialized nation. In line with the rapid changes Camaxtica had brought to Xiomeran politics and society, her reign would also bring about adopting scientific, technological and economic systems from around the world. Adapting these ideas to meet Xiomeran capabilities and traditions, these moves would spark an industrial revolution in Xiomera beginning around 1870. Economic and currency reforms, modernization of the Xiomeran transportation and communications networks, and embracing the ideas of a market economy and free market capitalism would transform Xiomera within a few decades from a mostly agrarian backwater into an economic powerhouse. Xiomera's military would likewise be reformed during this period, adopting modern technology and structuring itself on foreign models to complete the initial reforms begun when Camaxtica created her "army of the people".

At the end of Camaxtica's reign, Xiomera was a thoroughly modern nation ready to face the world. Camaxtica is to this day revered as the greatest ruler in Xiomeran history. There is some debate among historians as to her legacy, though. Some historians believe Camaxtica’s reformer label is undeserved, and that Camaxtica only enacted her changes to Xiomeran society because she had no other choice but to empower the commoners of Xiomera and arm them to fight in her defense. Those historians believe that Camaxtica was more pragmatic than idealistic. Most Xiomeran historians, however, still consider her to have been a great reformer.

Camaxtica’s reign came to an end in 1892 with her death at age 73. No Xiomeran ruler has lived or reigned as long as she did, or accomplished as much during their tenure. Camaxtica is especially honored by Xiomeran women, as her reign definitively freed women from the stigma of being “less capable” than men and ensured full and equal rights for Xiomeran women.

===Lōpoch's Expansion===

In 1893, the first new ruler in Xiomera's history in 55 years, Lōpoch, took the Obsidian Throne following Camaxtica's death. Lōpoch had a lot to prove. He was a relatively young Emperor, taking the throne at age 36. He was also the first Emperor to follow the legendary (and lengthy) reign of Camaxtica, an extremely tough act to follow. Ascending to the Obsidian Throne from the leadership of the Imperial Army, Lōpoch was the first in what would become a fairly recurring tradition of military leaders becoming Emperors. Eager to establish himself as a strong Emperor, Lōpoch set his sights on the first expansion of the Xiomeran Empire since its inception, and its first military venture beyond the island of Huenya.

Manauia Island, to the south of Huenya, was a conquest that Xiomeran Emperors had often dreamed of, but failed to accomplish. The Emperor Quiauhticue launched an invasion of Manauia Island in 1389; the Emperor Achcauhyotl would try again, in 1820. Both invasions would fail as the inhabitants of Manauia Island, the Teyatia, fought fiercely and refused to bend the knee to overlords in distant Tlālacuetztla.

Lōpoch was determined that his conquest, unlike those of Quiauhticue and Achcauhyotl, would succeed. He had an advantage his predecessors did not: the modern army, equipped with rifles and field artillery, and the supporting warships of the modern navy built by Camaxtica during her long reign. In previous battles, the Xiomeran and Teyatia forces had been roughly equal in technology and tactics. During Lōpoch's Expansion, the situation was severely unequal, in favor of the Xiomerans. The Teyatia, still using weapons and tactics of an earlier age, stood no chance against the Imperial Army and Imperial Navy. Within six months, Manauia Island was firmly under Xiomeran rule. Neighboring Cenotillo Island was also annexed a year later.

===The 1 August Uprising===

On August 1st, 1977, protests began in the Xiomeran capital of Tlālacuetztla. The protests initially began due to resentment among poorer Xiomerans about the high cost of living. However, the protests quickly morphed into a larger movement demanding democratic reform in Xiomera. Seeing democracies flourishing in many nations around Xiomera, many Xiomerans had begun demanding increased political freedom and civil rights as well. These demands were not welcomed by the Xiomeran government, and were seen as a direct challenge to the relatively new reign of the then-Emperor Xōlotl.

The protests spread to multiple Xiomeran cities from August 3rd to 6th of 1977, and began to hinder Xiomeran commerce. Protesters began to occupy public spaces, block highways and public transport services, and also began to occupy Xiomeran factories. Faced with serious pressure to address the matter decisively, Emperor Xōlotl fired the Secretary of Security, Paltec, on August 7th, 1977 and ordered the Xiomeran military to end the protests by any means necessary. Beginning in Tlālacuetztla, the Xiomeran army unleashed its full force on the protesters. While Xiomeran media censorship and destruction of records related to the 1977 protests have kept a full accounting of the events from being performed, it is widely believed that thousands of Xiomerans were either killed or imprisoned in order to put down the protests. The brutal backlash by Xōlotl's government to the protests left such a scar on Xiomeran society that no further serious agitation for democracy or protests were launched in Xiomera for over forty years.

===Assassination of Emperor Topilpopoca, and the ascension of Empress Yauhmi===

On September 8th, 2019, the longstanding Emperor of Xiomera, Topilpopoca, was returning from a trip to the Xiomeran possession of Manauia Island when he was shot in front of the Palace by a disgruntled former Cabinet member, Cētlalhui. Cētlalhui had been fired by the Emperor for incompetence, and sought revenge through the assassination attempt. Topilpopoca would die from his injuries on October 3rd, 2019. On November 3rd, 2019, the wife of Topilpopoca, Empress [[Yauhmi]], was chosen to succeed him in the unique Xiomeran process known as the Great Selection. During her bid for the throne, Yauhmi promised many of her backers that she would rule in the same moderately conservative fashion that her husband had. But upon actually taking power, Yauhmi launched a series of reforms meant to bring greater civil rights, political rights and economic freedom to Xiomera. The reforms left many of her former conservative supporters feeling betrayed, and that she had gained the Obsidian Throne under false pretenses. Worse, many of them began to see Yauhmi's reign as a direct assault on the Xiomeran philosophy known as Xiomeran Meritocracy.

===The Second Xiomeran Civil War===

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Dissatisfied with her reforms, a group of conservative political, business and military leaders planned in secret to overthrow Empress Yauhmi. On April 10th, 2020, at the opening session of a Huenyan Assembly meant to bring greater political openness to Xiomera, the Xiomeran military deposed Empress Yauhmi and placed her in prison, along with the other members of the Huenyan Assembly. A Provisional Imperial Government was formed by the Xiomeran General Staff, staging a complete takeover of the country. Martial law was declared throughout the country, and harsh measures taken to ensure no opposition. Domestic opposition groups were banned, and their members arrested. As a result of the coup, multiple countries, including [[Laeral]], [[Legionas]], [[Eiria]] and [[Kerlile]], terminated diplomatic relations with Xiomera and refused to acknowledge the new government. The Xiomeran government retaliated by also terminating diplomatic relations with all four nations, and placing them in a restrictive trade status just short of an outright trade ban.

A government in exile was formed in Laeral, led by Crown Prince [[Texōccoatl]], Yauhmi's son and next in line for the Obsidian Throne. The military junta in Xiomera responded by staging a Great Selection widely regarded as fraudulent, crowning [[Xochiuhue]], son of Emperor Xōlotl, as the Emperor of Xiomera.

The reign of Xochiuhue would prove to be a short and disastrous one, leading to multiple revolts, protests and violence around the nation. In the wake of the unrest, Xochiuhue would be overthrown by his Security Secretary, [[Calhualyana]].

After a major uprising led by Xiomeran supporters of Empress Yauhmi and members of the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli ethnic groups in western Huenya, the conflict morphed into a civil war which quickly ground into a stalemate. A final resolution to the conflict, which led to the partition of Xiomera, was negotiated in talks in Jinyu, Laeral. The conflict resulted in the creation of the nation of [[Huenya]] in lands ceded by the Empire, as well as the independence of Manauia Island and the Netlcōatl Islands. The partition also resulted in the loss of the Intra-Xiomera Canal.

==Geography and climate==

Xiomera occupies the eastern half of the island of Huenya in the South Xiomeran Sea. The country covers a mostly humid subtropical region. Rainfall is most prevalent from June to September. Xiomera has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March.

Xiomera has three national parks: the Atzaloyan - Montelin Imperial Park north of Tlālacuetztla, the Lake Ehehuani Nature Preserve, and the National Oceanic Preserve based in Saclamantón.

The Xiomeran government, as well as its business sector, have received considerable criticism from around the IDU for their marked disregard for the environment.

==Demographics==

===Population===

Xiomera had an estimated population of 83,166,711 as of 2021. The country is noted for its extremely high population density. Most Xiomerans live in urban areas, as the rapid industrialization of the country fueled migration from rural areas. 81.4% of the total population lived in urban areas as of July 2020.

The capital city, Tlālacuetztla, is the country's largest city and chief industrial center, with a population of 13,929,280 in Tlālacuetztla Municipality and 37,468,000 in the greater metropolitan area. The capital is closely tied to the nearby port of Huitzitaca, Xiomera's largest port. Major Xiomeran cities, Tlālacuetztla in particular, suffer from significant issues related to migration and overcrowding, such as strained infrastructure, housing costs and homelessness. By contrast, the rural areas of Xiomera have major issues stemming from their lack of population. Various Xiomeran governments have tried to reverse the trend of urban migration, and renew the flow of population to other areas, with only limited success.

The ethnic Xiomeran group has long held dominance over the economic, social and political life of the country, as the "founders" of the Empire. While the country has been mostly stable for the most part, the second-class status that the Tepiltzin, Itotemoc and Necatli ethnic groups have been subjected to throughout the country's history was the source of continued tension. This tension was one of the secondary causes of the Second Xiomeran Civil War.

Xiomera, in a paradox for a developed nation, has a relatively high fertility rate of 3.903 as of July 2020. The country also has a relatively young population, with the median age of 24.5 years for males and 26 years for females as of July 2020. The Xiomeran cultural preference for larger families, coupled with a longstanding government push to boost the population in order to continue to fuel the consumption-based national economy, are believed to be the reasons for this trend.

===Education===

Education in Xiomera is a mix of traditional Xiomeran schooling with educational ideas and institutions imported from other countries. All Xiomeran schools are public schools; private schools are not allowed in Xiomera. This stems from traditional Xiomeran tendencies to want oversight over the educational system by the rulers (and later, by the Xiomeran government). Xiomeran schools typically have two branches before one gets to institutions of higher education: the ''calmecac'' or the ''telpochcalli''.

The ''calmecac'' began in ancient Xiomeran history as schools for the sons of nobles. In these schools, they learned literacy, history, religious rituals, calendrics, geometry, songs and the military arts. They also studied astronomy, theology and statesmanship. This would prepare the nobles' sons for their future roles as leaders, priests or healers. They would also serve as the place of learning for future scholars and artists.

The counterpart to the ''calmecac'', the ''telpochcalli'', taught commoner boys history and religion, agricultural skills and a craft or trade, preparing them for their future lives as workers. After graduation, they would be sent back to their families to begin their working life. Certain ''telpochcalli'' specialized in military roles, teaching fighting skills and techniques to particularly athletic or martially-capable boys, before routing them to the army for further training and eventual lives as soldiers.

As Xiomera entered the modern era, the ''calmecac'' and ''telpochcalli'' evolved into more general-purpose educational institutions. The ''calmecac'' became elite schools for highly talented Xiomeran youth in both academic and athletic fields, the equivalent of "gifted and talented" institutions or magnet schools in other countries. They also stopped being exclusive to the sons of the nobility, becoming open both to commoners and to girls as well.

The ''telpochcalli'', for their part, became "standard" public schools for Xiomeran youth of all genders and abilities, teaching a more broad and advanced level of education than in ancient times. In recent years, the line between the calmecac and the telpochcalli has begun to blur with the adoption of curriculum such as STEM education in both institutions.

One important holdover from ancient Xiomeran educational tradition are the special schools reserved especially for children whose attributes make them prime candidates to join the ranks of the Shorn Ones, the elite Xiomeran warriors who serve the royal family. A special kind of ''calmecac'' still exists for these young people in the city of Chuaztlapoc, completely separate from the rest of the Xiomeran educational system and run by the Shorn Ones themselves.

Much like the lower levels of education in Xiomera, higher education in Xiomera likewise has two tracks, with two unique types of institutions for each.

The Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities are a system of elite colleges and universities throughout Xiomera, usually located in major cities. As their name indicates, these schools started out as institutes of technology, vocational colleges, engineering schools or schools meant to offer "practical" training. These were the first Western-style colleges in Xiomera, and were launched by the Empress Camaxtica in 1855 as part of her efforts to modernize Xiomera by bringing in Western-style learning. As Xiomera was focused on modernizing its industry and technology during that period, the Polytechnics initially focused solely on those fields.

As time went on, it became clear that Xiomera needed a more diverse set of offerings for its institutions of higher education. Towards the end of her reign, in 1889, Camaxtica launched the other tier of Xiomeran universities, the Imperial University System of Xiomera. The Xiomeran higher educational system was reorganized much along the lines of the the ''calmecac'' and the ''telpochcalli''. The Polytechnic Universities became the upper tier of the Xiomeran higher education system, and the Imperial University System a more "accessible" level of education for those who could not gain admittance to the Polytechnics.

Today, the nine Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities serve as the pinnacle of Xiomeran education, with an acceptance rate between 4% to 9% of applicants, depending on the institution. The Polytechnics, unlike the Imperial University System, charge for admission, and the cost per school year is not cheap - averaging between 63,000 and 75,000 quetzals per year, again depending on the institution. The Polytechnics, despite their misleading name, no longer focus solely on churning out engineers or training workers. They instead provide an exceptionally broad and high-quality education across all fields, and are often seen as the ticket to admission to the higher echelons of Xiomeran political, social and business life. There has been some discussion by leaders of these institutions about dropping the "polytechnic" title, but tradition, history and affection for the name from alumni have prevented that thus far.

By contrast, the 200 Imperial University System institutions are open admission, and do not charge students to attend. While their lower status has led to some disdain for degrees from IUS institutions among the elite, the far greater accessibility to a college education through the IUS institutions has been a major driving force behind the high levels of literacy (97.9% literacy rate), college completion (55.5% graduation rate), and overall education and learning among the Xiomeran populace as a whole. IUS institutions offer both 2 and 4 year degrees, and thus serve both as a form of community college and full-fledged university for most Xiomerans.

==Religion==

Xiomera tends to be a secular nation, with 67.2% of the population identifying as non-religious. Of those Xiomerans that do follow a specific faith, the breakdown is as follows: 23.9% indigenous Huenyan religion; 3.2% Christianity; 1.5% Islam; 1.4% Buddhism; 1.1% Hinduism; 1.0% Judaism; 0.6% Other. While most Xiomerans no longer follow a religious path, the indigenous Huenyan religion still serves as a source of legitimacy and authority within Xiomeran society. The indigenous Huenyan religion also still serves as a source of cultural identity and pride within Xiomeran society, with even many "non-religious" Xiomerans still believing at least some aspects of it.

The Huenyan indigenous faith is a polytheistic religion based around a pantheon of major and minor deities. The most significant deities are Tlaloc (rain god, deity of water); Quetzalcoatl (god of wind, the link between the earth and the sky), Tezcatlipoca (deity of cosmic struggle) and Huītzilōpōchtli (deity of the sun, and god of war). Huītzilōpōchtli serves as the preeminent deity in the Huenyan religion and is also linked to the Xiomeran ruling lineage. Any Xiomeran Emperor or Empress must be seen as having the "mandate of Huītzilōpōchtli" in order to rule.

==Government and legal system==

The Xiomeran government saw a major overhaul after the Second Xiomeran Civil War, in the reforms of the "New Empire" under Empress Calhualyana. Under the current political structure, the Empress theoretically shares power with the elected Prime Minister and the Imperial Parliament. In reality, the Empress holds near-supreme power, with the "elected" positions dominated by members of the loyalist [[Xiomeran Citizens' Party]]. The XCP serves as a major bulwark of the power of the Throne, supporting the Empress with virtually unswerving loyalty. The Prime Minister's Cabinet leads the ministries of the government, reporting to the Prime Minster, who answers to the Empress.

The Xiomeran judicial system consists of multiple courts with differing levels of jurisdiction. Trial courts (''teccalli'') hear civil and criminal cases. Appellate courts (''tlaxitlán'') review appeals from the ''teccalli''. The ''cihuacoatl'', as chief justice, reviews appeals from the ''tlaxitlán''. The ''cihuacoatl'' determines the verdict and his decision can only be appealed to the ''huey tlatoani'' and ''cihuacoatl'' of all Xiomera. The two serve as a final "supreme court" of appeal and are not obligated to hear any appeal from lower courts. If they do accept an appeal, their ruling is final. This "supreme court" also has absolute right to intervene at any time with a final verdict on any cases or appeals that they deem "vital to the Imperial interest."

The Xiomeran Court System maintains its own constabulary that works with local and national police to serve summons and make arrests for noncompliance with those summons.

While judges are appointed, they must also complete an apprenticeship program that involves observing court proceedings and taking tests to measure their knowledge of Xiomeran law. Judges are retained or removed from office on the same six-year cycle as all other Xiomeran officials.

The Xiomeran judiciary is policed by a special branch of the national civil service to ensure honesty, ethical practice and impartiality. Xiomeran judges who breach legal or ethical lines are removed from office, and can also face fines, imprisonment, or even execution for severe breaches of the law.

In most other respects, the Xiomeran legal system is similar to other countries. Double jeopardy is not allowed, trials are required to occur in a timely fashion, and the accused have the right to have attorneys assist them. All cases are tried publicly, and under oath. The main difference from other countries is that trial by jury does not exist in Xiomera.

==Military==

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Armed Forces'' are the defense force of Xiomera. The Armed Forces fall under the command of the Ministry of Defense, which in turn falls under the command of the Empress and the Imperial Parliament. Civilian control of the military is maintained via this chain of command. Xiomera maintains a large and well-funded military (3.7% of GDP in 2019).

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Army'' composes the ground forces of the Xiomeran military, with the exception of special forces. Total troop strength is 505,000. The Imperial Army also maintains 2800 main battle tanks, 2900 armored fighting vehicles, 6000 artillery pieces, 250 rocket launchers, 80 guided missile systems, and 810 helicopters of various types.

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Navy'' is the naval defense branch of the Xiomeran military, and is also responsible for maintaining shore defenses such as artillery, anti-air and anti-ship missiles, and shoreline defensive installations. The Xiomeran Navy has a total personnel strength of 90,000 personnel. The Navy maintains a 310-ship fleet and also operates 190 mobile ASBMs and various shore defenses, as well as a naval aviation force of 875 aircraft across all types.

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Air Force'' is the aerial defense branch of the Xiomeran military, and is also responsible for the Imperial Strategic Rocket Corps and Imperial space-based operations. The Xiomeran Air Force has a total personnel strength of 77,324. It had a total inventory of 906 aircraft of all types in service as of September 2020, and also operates a fleet of drones.

The ''Xiomeran Special Forces'' consist of two groups. The Warriors of Tezcatlipōca are the first branch of the Imperial Special Forces. Named for the Huenyan "invisible god" representing "the silent night winds, and thunderous war", this branch of the Special Forces takes after their namesake Tezcatlipōca by utilizing stealth and secrecy to deliver unexpected and shattering blows to the enemies of the Empire. The total troop complement of this branch is 18,000 troops.

The Warriors of Huītzilōpōchtli are the second branch of the Imperial Special Forces. They take their name from the patron god of the Xiomerans, the god of the sun and of war. Unlike their counterparts in the Warriors of Tezcatlipōca, the Warriors of Huītzilōpōchtli are always clearly out in the open, first into battle when the Empire goes to war. Never hiding or shrinking from a fight, they are the embodiment of Xiomeran martial spirit and power. The total troop complement of this branch is 18,000 troops.

Xiomera has been rumored to have a nuclear weapons capability since 1987, and many experts have noted that its arsenal of ballistic missiles would be capable of carrying a nuclear warhead as well as the conventional warheads that are already known to exist. The Xiomeran Government has never formally confirmed a nuclear capacity, but has also never formally denied it, either. Rumors also continue to exist that Xiomera may possess other WMDs as a last-ditch defensive measure.

The Xiomeran military utilizes solely domestic-produced weapons systems, mainly produced by the Coatōn Corporation and Coltec Corporation.

==Economy==

Xiomera is a developed country with a high-income economy and is one of the most industrialized economies in the IDU. Xiomera is especially respected for the quality of its manufactured goods and electronics. The Xiomeran economy is geared both around domestic consumption and export to other nations. Since its mass adoption of modern manufacturing and industralization in the 1850s, Xiomera has seen itself as the "nation that makes things" and the "store to the world". The modernization of the Empire, which began during that period, has leveraged massive investments in education to transform the country from a backwater state to an economic powerhouse in a remarkably short period. The Xiomeran economy, by its very nature, is highly dependent on international trade.

Xiomera's industrial sector has a very large capacity and is one of the most technologically advanced in the IDU. The Xiomeran industrial sector makes up approximately 27.5% of the nation's GDP. Extensive robotics and automation provide an additional boost to Xiomeran manufacturing capabilities. Xiomera is also a leading nation in scientific research, through its two university systems and the private sector, as well as government research firms. In total, approximately 700,000 researchers share a 130 billion quetzal research and development budget

The Xiomeran economy is dominated by massive industrial conglomerates known as ''necuiltonolli''. These huge corporations often have highly complex, interlocking business relationships which make it extremely hard to ever break them up or regulate them. Xiomeran governments, for the most part, engage in little to no oversight of the business community, believing in a mantra of "totally free trade". The Second Xiomeran Civil War was sparked, in part, by the efforts of the Empress Yauhmi to begin more closely regulating, and taxing, the Xiomeran business community. More recently, the souring trade relations between Xiomera and other nations in the aftermath of Emperor Xochiuhue's rise to power have begun to alarm some Xiomeran businesspeople.

Xiomeran capitalism has sometimes been described as "predatory" and even "rapacious", particularly by critics from less capitalist countries and from opposition groups within Xiomera itself. The motto "competition is everything, everything is competition", coined by the Emperor Achcauhyotl, has since been widely adopted as the mantra of the Xiomeran business community.

==Infrastructure==

Xiomera has a highly developed and advanced transport network. The country maintains an extensive network of high speed railways, highways, air routes, bus routes and ferry services. The country maintains 755,000 miles of roadway, including 34,000 miles of national highways and 5,000 miles of special "high-speed" highways with no speed limits.

The national transit service, Zaca, provides frequent rail service to all major Xiomeran cities, as well as most regional centers. Bus lines connect smaller cities and rural areas to the rail network. The Zaca rail system includes 1,485 miles of high-speed railways connecting major cities.

The nation's largest airport, Ocatzcal International Airport in Tlālacuetztla, served 87,098,683 passengers in 2018. There are also airports in most large to medium-sized Xiomeran cities, as well as heliports. There are 175 airports in the country.

Despite its environmentally unfriendly reputation, Xiomera is a major producer of nuclear power. 31% of the nation's electricity is derived from nuclear power. Much of the remaining capacity is generated by natural gas and coal, although the country has begun exploring the expansion of wind, solar and hydropower sources.

Xiomera has an extensive and well-developed high-speed Internet infrastructure, with public wi-fi networks deployed in most major Xiomeran cities. Much of the country's economy and culture is centered around online technology. While online access is widespread in Xiomera, the frequent monitoring of online communications and censorship practiced by the government is often seen as a hindrance.

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The Golden Sun Empire of Xiomera is an autocratic state, styled as a meritocracy, in the [[International Democratic Union]]. It occupies the eastern half of the landmass known as Huenya in the far southeastern portion of the IDU, in Caxcana.

==History==

===Pre-Imperial era===

The oldest known histories trace the beginnings of what is now Xiomera to roughly 1100 CE. As the ancient histories state, four different tribes came into existence in the land of Huenya: the Itotemoc, the Necatli, the Tepiltzin and the Xiomera. These four tribes began coalescing around nascent city-states which sprung up in four distinct regions of Huenya. In the far west of Huenya, in a dry and inhospitable region, the Necatli formed a state centered around the ''āltepētl'' of Necuatexi. To the immediate east of the Necatli, the Itotemoc state formed on a high plain around the ''āltepētl'' of Ixtenco. To the east of the Itotemoc, the Tepiltzin formed their state around the ''āltepētl'' of Oacalco, in a pleasant green lowland. And in the far east of Huenya, the Xiomerans formed their state in a lushly forested region centered around their ''āltepētl'' of Tlālacuetztla.

These pre-Imperial city-states were ruled by dynastic, militaristic tribal leaders known as tlahtohqueh. The city-states expanded rapidly during the period 1200 AD to 1325 AD, forming new settlements and claiming territory. By 1250 AD, most of the land in Huenya had already been claimed by one of the four city-states, leading to rising tension between them.

===Era of the Warring States===

From 1325 AD to 1372 AD, the four Huenyan tribes would fight both large-scale and small-scale wars for territory and economic gain. They would form alliances, and end them just as quickly, while trading with each other during brief periods of peace. As the four city-states were evenly matched, none of them could gain a significant advantage, or find a way to end the cycle of constant conflict.

===The Plague of 1372===

In the year 1372 AD, a major plague struck Huenya. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribal regions were devastated, losing thousands of lives and finding their militaries essentially crippled. The Xiomeran tribe, however, would be spared the ravages of this plague by an accident of geography and the scheming of a clever ruler.

The city of Zapotlán, under the control of Xiomera, was a natural chokepoint between western and eastern Huenya. It sat astride a series of passes which provided the only possible land entry into Xiomeran lands from the rest of Huenya. The Xiomeran ruler Quiauhticue, upon hearing of the plague spreading in his neighboring rivals, dispatched his warriors to close the passes at Zapotlán. Quiauhticue also set patrols on the waters and coastlines around Xiomera to prevent anyone from entering or leaving.

Quiauhticue’s reason for doing so was twofold: keeping the plague out of his lands, and also preventing any possible aid from leaving his lands to help the other three city-states. When his advisors warned Quiauhticue that this would spell doom for the other Huenyan tribes, the legend claims, Quiauhticue simply raised an eyebrow, looked at his advisors and said, “Yes. It will.”

Quiauhticue’s actions would set the stage for the foundation of an empire.

===The Wars of Unification===

When the plague finally burned itself out in 1375 AD, the Xiomeran state had been spared its ravages. As the rest of Huenya struggled to piece itself back together, they would face a new threat. Quiauhticue claimed the Mantle of Huītzilōpōchtli, divine right to rule all of Huenya.

Quiauhticue would start by invading the Tepiltzin lands in 1376 AD. Facing minimal resistance, his warriors would occupy the Teplitzin capital of Oacalco within a year, deposing and executing the Tepiltzin ''tlatoani'' Cuetzpalzoh. Alarmed by the easy conquest of the Tepiltzin, the Necatli and Itotemoc formed an alliance to try to counter Quiauhticue’s armies. Their alliance would not prove to be enough.

After taking another year to consolidate his gains and forcibly conscript the remaining Tepiltzin armies into his own, Quiauhticue would move next on the Itotemoc. His armies made slower progress against the more martial Itotemoc, reinforced by their even more warlike Necatli allies. But the Xiomerans outnumbered the combined Itotemoc and Necatli armies three to one, and were better provisioned. Within two years, Quiauhticue would seize the Itotemoc capital of Ixtenco, depose and execute the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Tlacaelel, and force the last remaining Necatli back into their own lands.

By 1380 AD, Quiauhticue was the undisputed ruler of three-quarters of Huenya. The Necatli, however, would prove to be much tougher to conquer. In 1380 and 1382, Quiauhticue would launch invasions of the Necatli state. Both times, his forces were beaten back by a determined Necatli resistance. After the 1382 invasion, Xiomeran armies were able to occupy Necatli lands along the coast. However, the Necatli retreated into their harsh countryside, where they were almost impossible to track or fight. Quiauhticue responded by surrounding the area and cutting off all supply routes, starving the Necatli into surrender. In 1387 AD at the village of Milintica, the last of the Necatli warriors made a desperate charge against the Xiomerans, and were cut down. All of Huenya belonged to Quiauhticue. The Xiomeran Empire was born.

===Consolidation of the Empire===

The years 1387 to 1515 would be a period of consolidation. The aftereffects of the Plague of 1372, and the following decade of war, left much of Huenya a shattered land. From the Xiomeran point of view, this was actually desirable. While it would mean a long period of difficult economic rebuilding, it also gave the nascent Xiomeran Empire a practically blank slate to establish (or impose, depending on one’s tribe and point of view) the mandates of Tlālacuetztla on the whole of Huenya.

From 1387 until 1515, Quiauhticue and succeeding Emperors would mandate the wholesale revision of Huenyan history, religion and politics to enshrine the Xiomerans as the pinnacle of their new Empire. Itotemoc, Necatli and Tepiltzin laws, literature and cultural artifacts were all ordered destroyed, replaced by Xiomeran ones strictly mandated by the Emperors in Tlālacuetztla. A mandatory two-track system of education was established, with schools called “telpochcalli” established for commoners and more rigorous schools called “calmecac” established for the nobility (and small numbers of especially high-performing commoners). After the formation of the Empire, Xiomera would allow the other tribes to continue selecting their own noble leaders (''tlatoani''). However, Xiomeran Emperors would install ''cihuacoatl'' (supreme judges and administrators) to monitor the other tribes’ ''tlatoani'' to make sure they were following the orders of the Emperor.

The period of consolidation was not without its moments of resistance. In 1486, the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Nenexahual would lead a revolt while the Emperor Ixpan was ill, and would manage to regain independence for a brief period before his forces were overrun by a counterattack after Ixpan died and was replaced by his son, Patonal. In 1511, the Necatli would revolt as well, and Patonal would be forced to send an army to quell them. Both revolts were spurred by resentment from the other tribes at Xiomeran mandates designed to eliminate their power and position.

===The Era of Stagnation===

The long period of Xiomeran history from 1515 to 1807 is called the Era of Stagnation by Xiomeran historians. There are several reasons for this. Xiomera would become more stable, and its Imperial system more firmly established, during this period. Tribal resistance would also cease to be openly hostile after the failed 1511 Necatli revolt, instead diminishing into a sullen passive resentment and resistance to Xiomeran leadership.

However, while a relative peace and stability would descend on the Xiomeran Empire during this period, it would be marked by a slow but progressive decline. The Xiomeran nobility would become more concerned with position and wealth than in ensuring the continued success of the Empire. Internal struggles for power, and the repeated overthrow of Emperors and lesser ''tlatoani'' by rivals, would also plague the Xiomeran Empire during this period. The single biggest factor in the decline of the Empire, however, is generally considered by Xiomeran historians to be the increasing autocracy of the Empire during this period. Xiomeran nobles began levying higher and higher demands on the common people of the Empire, in the form of higher taxation and mandated labor to support the nobles’ lifestyle. While this was occurring, legal and systemic changes would further suppress the lower class. Two major examples of this are the elimination of the “telpochcalli” schools for commoners in 1792, and the elimination of the noble title known as "quauhpilli" in 1796. That title had previously given commoners a chance to ascend to the nobility.

===The First Great Reformation===

In 1807, the Emperor Achcauhyotl would rise to the Obsidian Throne. Achcauhyotl was the first to recognize the systemic decline that had set root in the Xiomeran Empire, and would seek to reverse it. Up to this point in Xiomeran history, the other three tribes had been largely excluded from power. Achcauhyotl would make several significant reforms, ending the practice of having Xiomeran overseers monitoring the ''tlatoani'' of the other tribes and allowing the other tribes to freely select their own leaders without Imperial interference. Achcauhyotl would also create the Great Council of Xiomera, where the other ''tlatoani'' would be allowed to advise the Emperor and advocate for the interests of their tribes. Achcauhyotl also re-established schools for commoners, realizing that an uneducated populace would only fuel Xiomera’s continued decline.

Achcauhyotl made these systemic changes in the hopes of getting the other tribes to finally buy into being fully part of the Xiomeran Empire, and also out of the desire to counter the stagnation and corruption that had become so common in the Empire by bringing new blood into its leadership. However, Xiomera would not find these reforms to be enough; the newly empowered leaders of the other tribes soon became as corrupt and power-seeking as their Xiomeran ethnic counterparts. Achcauhyotl would succeed in ending the last resentments and resistance of the other tribes to being part of the Xiomeran Empire. However, it would fall to his daughter to take Xiomera in a new direction – and change its destiny forever.

===The First Xiomeran Civil War===

In 1838, Achcauhyotl died, leaving no male heirs. Xiomeran laws of succession up to that point had not allowed a female heir to take the Obsidian Throne. On his deathbed, Achcauhyotl ordered a change in the laws of succession to allow his daughter, Camaxtica, to become the first Empress (''cihuātlahtoāni'') of Xiomera.

This was a controversial decision for many reasons. Achcauhyotl mandated the change to the laws of succession despite the vocal opposition of his Great Council, the religious leaders of Xiomera, and the nobility in general. The Council had wanted the then highest ranking Xiomeran military officer, Tlanextic, to assume the throne and begin a new dynastic line, ensuring a continued unbroken line of male rulers. Achcauhyotl’s decision to ignore them and enthrone Camaxtica instead infuriated the nobility and religious hierarchy.

Camaxtica’s youth and inexperience was also a factor. She was only 19 years old when she became Empress, the youngest ruler before (or since) in Xiomeran history. The nobility fully expected her to bow to pressure and step down once her father died, or to be a pliable and cooperative figurehead on the Obsidian Throne to let them do as they wanted. They would be shocked and angered to discover that Camaxtica was anything but weak. The next twelve years would earn Camaxtica her nickname, “The Lioness of Tlālacuetztla”.

In 1839, Camaxtica’s ''cihuacoatl'', Amoxlotl, discovered a plot by Tlanextic and the ''tlatoani'' of the other three tribes to overthrow the Empress. Camaxtica had proven unwilling to bow to their pressure or follow their orders, and the nobles had decided it was time for her to go. Camaxtica would not accept this. She ordered Amoxlotl to arrest the other three ''tlatoani'', and Tlanextic as well. In response, the nobles declared a revolt, with Tlanextic as its military leader and planned replacement for the Empress on the Obsidian Throne.

As war began, in 1840, Camaxtica found herself in a very difficult position. The nobles controlled much of Xiomera’s armies, and with Tlanextic at their head, would pose a huge threat. Camaxtica could only command the loyalty of the Xiomeran tribe’s own soldiers, and even some of them refused to accept a woman as ruler. Camaxtica knew that only gaining the support of Xiomera’s much more vast population of commoners would save her reign, and probably her head as well.

In 1840, therefore, Camaxtica made two major edicts that would change the face of Xiomera forever. With the religious and noble hierarchy in open revolt against her, Camaxtica would declare that both were traitors, and declare that moving forward, the citizens would appoint their leaders, including their tlatoani, based on merit rather than noble worth. Camaxtica also declared that the commoners would have the same rights as the nobility, and that the labyrinthine system of laws designed to keep commoners repressed would be ended. This edict, known as the Xiuhtonal, would set the foundation for the meritocratic technocracy known as Xiomeran Meritocracy that governs the Empire to this day.

By 1840, the commoners were primed and ripe for revolt due to the excesses of the nobility and the elite military class. Camaxtica was the first Xiomeran leader to see this and turn it to her advantage. Styling herself as “The People’s Empress”, and promising to free the commoners from their state of peonage, Camaxtica turned the tables on the nobility by gaining a huge number of people willing to fight for her – many more than the nobles had at their disposal.

However, what Camaxtica gained for herself in 1840 was an army of peasants. Unskilled, many of them illiterate, and with only a basic military training, most of them were no match for the soldiers backing the nobles, who had learned how to fight from their early childhood. Without help, Camaxtica’s vast “army of the people” would be little more than cannon fodder. Camaxtica had an answer for that dilemma also, however.

In 1841, Camaxtica handed down the second great edict that would change Xiomera forever. Known as the Tlanextli, this edict would give Camaxtica’s army the edge it needed. From the late 16th century to 1841, Xiomera had been a closed country. Foreigners were not allowed into Xiomera upon pain of death, and all trade with the outside world was forbidden.

The Tlanextli would change all that. In that edict, Camaxtica threw the doors of Xiomera open to the world. She openly sought the help of foreign powers to train and equip her army with modern weapons. Since she controlled the Xiomeran capital, Camaxtica also controlled the vast Xiomeran treasury. She also offered to allow foreign trade after the war, assuming she won. This was more than enough to convince outside powers to trade with the Empress, and give her the modern army she needed.

The Xiomeran nobles’ armies were still equipped much as their forebears had been – arrows, spears, clubs and axes. The influx of modern weapons, especially firearms and cannon, would shift the balance of power decisively in Camaxtica’s favor. Combined with a decisive numerical advantage, the advent of modern warfare would ensure that Camaxtica would keep her throne. By 1850, the nobles’ revolt was defeated. Tlanextic died in the last battle at Huatl'pa, and the tlatoani who had revolted against Camaxtica were publicly executed.

===The Second Great Reformation===

With the last threats to her power ended, Camaxtica devoted the rest of her reign to making sure her promises to the people who had won her the Obsidian Throne were fulfilled. She abolished the nobility, and implemented a system of leaders chosen by councils of experts ''(ihuicatl)''. She also greatly expanded foreign trade, established diplomatic relations with other lands for the first time, and set up a foreign exchange system where Xiomeran youth would study in other lands and foreign youth could come to Xiomera to study as well. Foreign experts in a variety of specialist fields were also hired in the thousands. Xiomeran leaders would also tour many nations during this period to learn modern ways, leading to a state-led industrialization policy. These efforts fell in line with the Imperial goal of "using knowledge and learning to strengthen the foundations of Imperial rule and Xiomeran prosperity and success."

During Camaxtica's reign, Xiomera would make a rapid transition from being an isolationist, semi-feudal state to becoming a modern, industrialized nation. In line with the rapid changes Camaxtica had brought to Xiomeran politics and society, her reign would also bring about adopting scientific, technological and economic systems from around the world. Adapting these ideas to meet Xiomeran capabilities and traditions, these moves would spark an industrial revolution in Xiomera beginning around 1870. Economic and currency reforms, modernization of the Xiomeran transportation and communications networks, and embracing the ideas of a market economy and free market capitalism would transform Xiomera within a few decades from a mostly agrarian backwater into an economic powerhouse. Xiomera's military would likewise be reformed during this period, adopting modern technology and structuring itself on foreign models to complete the initial reforms begun when Camaxtica created her "army of the people".

At the end of Camaxtica's reign, Xiomera was a thoroughly modern nation ready to face the world. Camaxtica is to this day revered as the greatest ruler in Xiomeran history. There is some debate among historians as to her legacy, though. Some historians believe Camaxtica’s reformer label is undeserved, and that Camaxtica only enacted her changes to Xiomeran society because she had no other choice but to empower the commoners of Xiomera and arm them to fight in her defense. Those historians believe that Camaxtica was more pragmatic than idealistic. Most Xiomeran historians, however, still consider her to have been a great reformer.

Camaxtica’s reign came to an end in 1892 with her death at age 73. No Xiomeran ruler has lived or reigned as long as she did, or accomplished as much during their tenure. Camaxtica is especially honored by Xiomeran women, as her reign definitively freed women from the stigma of being “less capable” than men and ensured full and equal rights for Xiomeran women.

===Lōpoch's Expansion===

In 1893, the first new ruler in Xiomera's history in 55 years, Lōpoch, took the Obsidian Throne following Camaxtica's death. Lōpoch had a lot to prove. He was a relatively young Emperor, taking the throne at age 36. He was also the first Emperor to follow the legendary (and lengthy) reign of Camaxtica, an extremely tough act to follow. Ascending to the Obsidian Throne from the leadership of the Imperial Army, Lōpoch was the first in what would become a fairly recurring tradition of military leaders becoming Emperors. Eager to establish himself as a strong Emperor, Lōpoch set his sights on the first expansion of the Xiomeran Empire since its inception, and its first military venture beyond the island of Huenya.

Manauia Island, to the south of Huenya, was a conquest that Xiomeran Emperors had often dreamed of, but failed to accomplish. The Emperor Quiauhticue launched an invasion of Manauia Island in 1389; the Emperor Achcauhyotl would try again, in 1820. Both invasions would fail as the inhabitants of Manauia Island, the Teyatia, fought fiercely and refused to bend the knee to overlords in distant Tlālacuetztla.

Lōpoch was determined that his conquest, unlike those of Quiauhticue and Achcauhyotl, would succeed. He had an advantage his predecessors did not: the modern army, equipped with rifles and field artillery, and the supporting warships of the modern navy built by Camaxtica during her long reign. In previous battles, the Xiomeran and Teyatia forces had been roughly equal in technology and tactics. During Lōpoch's Expansion, the situation was severely unequal, in favor of the Xiomerans. The Teyatia, still using weapons and tactics of an earlier age, stood no chance against the Imperial Army and Imperial Navy. Within six months, Manauia Island was firmly under Xiomeran rule. Neighboring Cenotillo Island was also annexed a year later.

===The 1 August Uprising===

On August 1st, 1977, protests began in the Xiomeran capital of Tlālacuetztla. The protests initially began due to resentment among poorer Xiomerans about the high cost of living. However, the protests quickly morphed into a larger movement demanding democratic reform in Xiomera. Seeing democracies flourishing in many nations around Xiomera, many Xiomerans had begun demanding increased political freedom and civil rights as well. These demands were not welcomed by the Xiomeran government, and were seen as a direct challenge to the relatively new reign of the then-Emperor Xōlotl.

The protests spread to multiple Xiomeran cities from August 3rd to 6th of 1977, and began to hinder Xiomeran commerce. Protesters began to occupy public spaces, block highways and public transport services, and also began to occupy Xiomeran factories. Faced with serious pressure to address the matter decisively, Emperor Xōlotl fired the Secretary of Security, Paltec, on August 7th, 1977 and ordered the Xiomeran military to end the protests by any means necessary. Beginning in Tlālacuetztla, the Xiomeran army unleashed its full force on the protesters. While Xiomeran media censorship and destruction of records related to the 1977 protests have kept a full accounting of the events from being performed, it is widely believed that thousands of Xiomerans were either killed or imprisoned in order to put down the protests. The brutal backlash by Xōlotl's government to the protests left such a scar on Xiomeran society that no further serious agitation for democracy or protests were launched in Xiomera for over forty years.

===Assassination of Emperor Topilpopoca, and the ascension of Empress Yauhmi===

On September 8th, 2019, the longstanding Emperor of Xiomera, Topilpopoca, was returning from a trip to the Xiomeran possession of Manauia Island when he was shot in front of the Palace by a disgruntled former Cabinet member, Cētlalhui. Cētlalhui had been fired by the Emperor for incompetence, and sought revenge through the assassination attempt. Topilpopoca would die from his injuries on October 3rd, 2019. On November 3rd, 2019, the wife of Topilpopoca, Empress [[Yauhmi]], was chosen to succeed him in the unique Xiomeran process known as the Great Selection. During her bid for the throne, Yauhmi promised many of her backers that she would rule in the same moderately conservative fashion that her husband had. But upon actually taking power, Yauhmi launched a series of reforms meant to bring greater civil rights, political rights and economic freedom to Xiomera. The reforms left many of her former conservative supporters feeling betrayed, and that she had gained the Obsidian Throne under false pretenses. Worse, many of them began to see Yauhmi's reign as a direct assault on the Xiomeran philosophy known as Xiomeran Meritocracy.

===The Second Xiomeran Civil War===

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Dissatisfied with her reforms, a group of conservative political, business and military leaders planned in secret to overthrow Empress Yauhmi. On April 10th, 2020, at the opening session of a Huenyan Assembly meant to bring greater political openness to Xiomera, the Xiomeran military deposed Empress Yauhmi and placed her in prison, along with the other members of the Huenyan Assembly. A Provisional Imperial Government was formed by the Xiomeran General Staff, staging a complete takeover of the country. Martial law was declared throughout the country, and harsh measures taken to ensure no opposition. Domestic opposition groups were banned, and their members arrested. As a result of the coup, multiple countries, including [[Laeral]], [[Legionas]], [[Eiria]] and [[Kerlile]], terminated diplomatic relations with Xiomera and refused to acknowledge the new government. The Xiomeran government retaliated by also terminating diplomatic relations with all four nations, and placing them in a restrictive trade status just short of an outright trade ban.

A government in exile was formed in Laeral, led by Crown Prince [[Texōccoatl]], Yauhmi's son and next in line for the Obsidian Throne. The military junta in Xiomera responded by staging a Great Selection widely regarded as fraudulent, crowning [[Xochiuhue]], son of Emperor Xōlotl, as the Emperor of Xiomera.

The reign of Xochiuhue would prove to be a short and disastrous one, leading to multiple revolts, protests and violence around the nation. In the wake of the unrest, Xochiuhue would be overthrown by his Security Secretary, [[Calhualyana]].

After a major uprising led by Xiomeran supporters of Empress Yauhmi and members of the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli ethnic groups in western Huenya, the conflict morphed into a civil war which quickly ground into a stalemate. A final resolution to the conflict, which led to the partition of Xiomera, was negotiated in talks in Jinyu, Laeral. The conflict resulted in the creation of the nation of [[Huenya]] in lands ceded by the Empire, as well as the independence of Manauia Island and the Netlcōatl Islands. The partition also resulted in the loss of the Intra-Xiomera Canal.

==Geography and climate==

Xiomera occupies the eastern half of the island of Huenya in the South Xiomeran Sea. The country covers a mostly humid subtropical region. Rainfall is most prevalent from June to September. Xiomera has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March.

Xiomera has three national parks: the Atzaloyan - Montelin Imperial Park north of Tlālacuetztla, the Lake Ehehuani Nature Preserve, and the National Oceanic Preserve based in Saclamantón.

The Xiomeran government, as well as its business sector, have received considerable criticism from around the IDU for their marked disregard for the environment.

==Demographics==

===Population===

Xiomera had an estimated population of 83,166,711 as of 2021. The country is noted for its extremely high population density. Most Xiomerans live in urban areas, as the rapid industrialization of the country fueled migration from rural areas. 81.4% of the total population lived in urban areas as of July 2020.

The capital city, Tlālacuetztla, is the country's largest city and chief industrial center, with a population of 13,929,280 in Tlālacuetztla Municipality and 37,468,000 in the greater metropolitan area. The capital is closely tied to the nearby port of Huitzitaca, Xiomera's largest port. Major Xiomeran cities, Tlālacuetztla in particular, suffer from significant issues related to migration and overcrowding, such as strained infrastructure, housing costs and homelessness. By contrast, the rural areas of Xiomera have major issues stemming from their lack of population. Various Xiomeran governments have tried to reverse the trend of urban migration, and renew the flow of population to other areas, with only limited success.

The ethnic Xiomeran group has long held dominance over the economic, social and political life of the country, as the "founders" of the Empire. While the country has been mostly stable for the most part, the second-class status that the Tepiltzin, Itotemoc and Necatli ethnic groups have been subjected to throughout the country's history was the source of continued tension. This tension was one of the secondary causes of the Second Xiomeran Civil War.

Xiomera, in a paradox for a developed nation, has a relatively high fertility rate of 3.903 as of July 2020. The country also has a relatively young population, with the median age of 24.5 years for males and 26 years for females as of July 2020. The Xiomeran cultural preference for larger families, coupled with a longstanding government push to boost the population in order to continue to fuel the consumption-based national economy, are believed to be the reasons for this trend.

===Education===

Education in Xiomera is a mix of traditional Xiomeran schooling with educational ideas and institutions imported from other countries. All Xiomeran schools are public schools; private schools are not allowed in Xiomera. This stems from traditional Xiomeran tendencies to want oversight over the educational system by the rulers (and later, by the Xiomeran government). Xiomeran schools typically have two branches before one gets to institutions of higher education: the ''calmecac'' or the ''telpochcalli''.

The ''calmecac'' began in ancient Xiomeran history as schools for the sons of nobles. In these schools, they learned literacy, history, religious rituals, calendrics, geometry, songs and the military arts. They also studied astronomy, theology and statesmanship. This would prepare the nobles' sons for their future roles as leaders, priests or healers. They would also serve as the place of learning for future scholars and artists.

The counterpart to the ''calmecac'', the ''telpochcalli'', taught commoner boys history and religion, agricultural skills and a craft or trade, preparing them for their future lives as workers. After graduation, they would be sent back to their families to begin their working life. Certain ''telpochcalli'' specialized in military roles, teaching fighting skills and techniques to particularly athletic or martially-capable boys, before routing them to the army for further training and eventual lives as soldiers.

As Xiomera entered the modern era, the ''calmecac'' and ''telpochcalli'' evolved into more general-purpose educational institutions. The ''calmecac'' became elite schools for highly talented Xiomeran youth in both academic and athletic fields, the equivalent of "gifted and talented" institutions or magnet schools in other countries. They also stopped being exclusive to the sons of the nobility, becoming open both to commoners and to girls as well.

The ''telpochcalli'', for their part, became "standard" public schools for Xiomeran youth of all genders and abilities, teaching a more broad and advanced level of education than in ancient times. In recent years, the line between the calmecac and the telpochcalli has begun to blur with the adoption of curriculum such as STEM education in both institutions.

One important holdover from ancient Xiomeran educational tradition are the special schools reserved especially for children whose attributes make them prime candidates to join the ranks of the Shorn Ones, the elite Xiomeran warriors who serve the royal family. A special kind of ''calmecac'' still exists for these young people in the city of Chuaztlapoc, completely separate from the rest of the Xiomeran educational system and run by the Shorn Ones themselves.

Much like the lower levels of education in Xiomera, higher education in Xiomera likewise has two tracks, with two unique types of institutions for each.

The Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities are a system of elite colleges and universities throughout Xiomera, usually located in major cities. As their name indicates, these schools started out as institutes of technology, vocational colleges, engineering schools or schools meant to offer "practical" training. These were the first Western-style colleges in Xiomera, and were launched by the Empress Camaxtica in 1855 as part of her efforts to modernize Xiomera by bringing in Western-style learning. As Xiomera was focused on modernizing its industry and technology during that period, the Polytechnics initially focused solely on those fields.

As time went on, it became clear that Xiomera needed a more diverse set of offerings for its institutions of higher education. Towards the end of her reign, in 1889, Camaxtica launched the other tier of Xiomeran universities, the Imperial University System of Xiomera. The Xiomeran higher educational system was reorganized much along the lines of the the ''calmecac'' and the ''telpochcalli''. The Polytechnic Universities became the upper tier of the Xiomeran higher education system, and the Imperial University System a more "accessible" level of education for those who could not gain admittance to the Polytechnics.

Today, the sixteen Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities serve as the pinnacle of Xiomeran education, with an acceptance rate between 4% to 9% of applicants, depending on the institution. The Polytechnics, unlike the Imperial University System, charge for admission, and the cost per school year is not cheap - averaging between 63,000 and 75,000 quetzals per year, again depending on the institution. The Polytechnics, despite their misleading name, no longer focus solely on churning out engineers or training workers. They instead provide an exceptionally broad and high-quality education across all fields, and are often seen as the ticket to admission to the higher echelons of Xiomeran political, social and business life. There has been some discussion by leaders of these institutions about dropping the "polytechnic" title, but tradition, history and affection for the name from alumni have prevented that thus far.

By contrast, the 313 Imperial University System institutions are open admission, and do not charge students to attend. While their lower status has led to some disdain for degrees from IUS institutions among the elite, the far greater accessibility to a college education through the IUS institutions has been a major driving force behind the high levels of literacy (97.9% literacy rate), college completion (55.5% graduation rate), and overall education and learning among the Xiomeran populace as a whole. IUS institutions offer both 2 and 4 year degrees, and thus serve both as a form of community college and full-fledged university for most Xiomerans.

==Religion==

Xiomera tends to be a secular nation, with 67.2% of the population identifying as non-religious. Of those Xiomerans that do follow a specific faith, the breakdown is as follows: 23.9% indigenous Huenyan religion; 3.2% Christianity; 1.5% Islam; 1.4% Buddhism; 1.1% Hinduism; 1.0% Judaism; 0.6% Other. While most Xiomerans no longer follow a religious path, the indigenous Huenyan religion still serves as a source of legitimacy and authority within Xiomeran society. The indigenous Huenyan religion also still serves as a source of cultural identity and pride within Xiomeran society, with even many "non-religious" Xiomerans still believing at least some aspects of it.

The Huenyan indigenous faith is a polytheistic religion based around a pantheon of major and minor deities. The most significant deities are Tlaloc (rain god, deity of water); Quetzalcoatl (god of wind, the link between the earth and the sky), Tezcatlipoca (deity of cosmic struggle) and Huītzilōpōchtli (deity of the sun, and god of war). Huītzilōpōchtli serves as the preeminent deity in the Huenyan religion and is also linked to the Xiomeran ruling lineage. Any Xiomeran Emperor or Empress must be seen as having the "mandate of Huītzilōpōchtli" in order to rule.

==Government and legal system==

The Xiomeran government saw a major overhaul after the Second Xiomeran Civil War, in the reforms of the "New Empire" under Empress Calhualyana. Under the current political structure, the Empress theoretically shares power with the elected Prime Minister and the Imperial Parliament. In reality, the Empress holds near-supreme power, with the "elected" positions dominated by members of the loyalist [[Xiomeran Citizens' Party]]. The XCP serves as a major bulwark of the power of the Throne, supporting the Empress with virtually unswerving loyalty. The Prime Minister's Cabinet leads the ministries of the government, reporting to the Prime Minster, who answers to the Empress.

The Xiomeran judicial system consists of multiple courts with differing levels of jurisdiction. Trial courts (''teccalli'') hear civil and criminal cases. Appellate courts (''tlaxitlán'') review appeals from the ''teccalli''. The ''cihuacoatl'', as chief justice, reviews appeals from the ''tlaxitlán''. The ''cihuacoatl'' determines the verdict and his decision can only be appealed to the ''huey tlatoani'' and ''cihuacoatl'' of all Xiomera. The two serve as a final "supreme court" of appeal and are not obligated to hear any appeal from lower courts. If they do accept an appeal, their ruling is final. This "supreme court" also has absolute right to intervene at any time with a final verdict on any cases or appeals that they deem "vital to the Imperial interest."

The Xiomeran Court System maintains its own constabulary that works with local and national police to serve summons and make arrests for noncompliance with those summons.

While judges are appointed, they must also complete an apprenticeship program that involves observing court proceedings and taking tests to measure their knowledge of Xiomeran law. Judges are retained or removed from office on the same six-year cycle as all other Xiomeran officials.

The Xiomeran judiciary is policed by a special branch of the national civil service to ensure honesty, ethical practice and impartiality. Xiomeran judges who breach legal or ethical lines are removed from office, and can also face fines, imprisonment, or even execution for severe breaches of the law.

In most other respects, the Xiomeran legal system is similar to other countries. Double jeopardy is not allowed, trials are required to occur in a timely fashion, and the accused have the right to have attorneys assist them. All cases are tried publicly, and under oath. The main difference from other countries is that trial by jury does not exist in Xiomera.

==Military==

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Armed Forces'' are the defense force of Xiomera. The Armed Forces fall under the command of the Ministry of Defense, which in turn falls under the command of the Empress and the Imperial Parliament. Civilian control of the military is maintained via this chain of command. Xiomera maintains a large and well-funded military (3.7% of GDP in 2019).

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Army'' composes the ground forces of the Xiomeran military, with the exception of special forces. Total troop strength is 505,000. The Imperial Army also maintains 2800 main battle tanks, 2900 armored fighting vehicles, 6000 artillery pieces, 250 rocket launchers, 80 guided missile systems, and 810 helicopters of various types.

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Navy'' is the naval defense branch of the Xiomeran military, and is also responsible for maintaining shore defenses such as artillery, anti-air and anti-ship missiles, and shoreline defensive installations. The Xiomeran Navy has a total personnel strength of 90,000 personnel. The Navy maintains a 310-ship fleet and also operates 190 mobile ASBMs and various shore defenses, as well as a naval aviation force of 875 aircraft across all types.

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Air Force'' is the aerial defense branch of the Xiomeran military, and is also responsible for the Imperial Strategic Rocket Corps and Imperial space-based operations. The Xiomeran Air Force has a total personnel strength of 77,324. It had a total inventory of 906 aircraft of all types in service as of September 2020, and also operates a fleet of drones.

The ''Xiomeran Special Forces'' consist of two groups. The Warriors of Tezcatlipōca are the first branch of the Imperial Special Forces. Named for the Huenyan "invisible god" representing "the silent night winds, and thunderous war", this branch of the Special Forces takes after their namesake Tezcatlipōca by utilizing stealth and secrecy to deliver unexpected and shattering blows to the enemies of the Empire. The total troop complement of this branch is 18,000 troops.

The Warriors of Huītzilōpōchtli are the second branch of the Imperial Special Forces. They take their name from the patron god of the Xiomerans, the god of the sun and of war. Unlike their counterparts in the Warriors of Tezcatlipōca, the Warriors of Huītzilōpōchtli are always clearly out in the open, first into battle when the Empire goes to war. Never hiding or shrinking from a fight, they are the embodiment of Xiomeran martial spirit and power. The total troop complement of this branch is 18,000 troops.

Xiomera has been rumored to have a nuclear weapons capability since 1987, and many experts have noted that its arsenal of ballistic missiles would be capable of carrying a nuclear warhead as well as the conventional warheads that are already known to exist. The Xiomeran Government has never formally confirmed a nuclear capacity, but has also never formally denied it, either. Rumors also continue to exist that Xiomera may possess other WMDs as a last-ditch defensive measure.

The Xiomeran military utilizes solely domestic-produced weapons systems, mainly produced by the Coatōn Corporation and Coltec Corporation.

==Economy==

Xiomera is a developed country with a high-income economy and is one of the most industrialized economies in the IDU. Xiomera is especially respected for the quality of its manufactured goods and electronics. The Xiomeran economy is geared both around domestic consumption and export to other nations. Since its mass adoption of modern manufacturing and industralization in the 1850s, Xiomera has seen itself as the "nation that makes things" and the "store to the world". The modernization of the Empire, which began during that period, has leveraged massive investments in education to transform the country from a backwater state to an economic powerhouse in a remarkably short period. The Xiomeran economy, by its very nature, is highly dependent on international trade.

Xiomera's industrial sector has a very large capacity and is one of the most technologically advanced in the IDU. The Xiomeran industrial sector makes up approximately 27.5% of the nation's GDP. Extensive robotics and automation provide an additional boost to Xiomeran manufacturing capabilities. Xiomera is also a leading nation in scientific research, through its two university systems and the private sector, as well as government research firms. In total, approximately 700,000 researchers share a 130 billion quetzal research and development budget

The Xiomeran economy is dominated by massive industrial conglomerates known as ''necuiltonolli''. These huge corporations often have highly complex, interlocking business relationships which make it extremely hard to ever break them up or regulate them. Xiomeran governments, for the most part, engage in little to no oversight of the business community, believing in a mantra of "totally free trade". The Second Xiomeran Civil War was sparked, in part, by the efforts of the Empress Yauhmi to begin more closely regulating, and taxing, the Xiomeran business community. More recently, the souring trade relations between Xiomera and other nations in the aftermath of Emperor Xochiuhue's rise to power have begun to alarm some Xiomeran businesspeople.

Xiomeran capitalism has sometimes been described as "predatory" and even "rapacious", particularly by critics from less capitalist countries and from opposition groups within Xiomera itself. The motto "competition is everything, everything is competition", coined by the Emperor Achcauhyotl, has since been widely adopted as the mantra of the Xiomeran business community.

==Infrastructure==

Xiomera has a highly developed and advanced transport network. The country maintains an extensive network of high speed railways, highways, air routes, bus routes and ferry services. The country maintains 755,000 miles of roadway, including 34,000 miles of national highways and 5,000 miles of special "high-speed" highways with no speed limits.

The national transit service, Zaca, provides frequent rail service to all major Xiomeran cities, as well as most regional centers. Bus lines connect smaller cities and rural areas to the rail network. The Zaca rail system includes 1,485 miles of high-speed railways connecting major cities.

The nation's largest airport, Ocatzcal International Airport in Tlālacuetztla, served 87,098,683 passengers in 2018. There are also airports in most large to medium-sized Xiomeran cities, as well as heliports. There are 175 airports in the country.

Despite its environmentally unfriendly reputation, Xiomera is a major producer of nuclear power. 31% of the nation's electricity is derived from nuclear power. Much of the remaining capacity is generated by natural gas and coal, although the country has begun exploring the expansion of wind, solar and hydropower sources.

Xiomera has an extensive and well-developed high-speed Internet infrastructure, with public wi-fi networks deployed in most major Xiomeran cities. Much of the country's economy and culture is centered around online technology. While online access is widespread in Xiomera, the frequent monitoring of online communications and censorship practiced by the government is often seen as a hindrance.

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Xiomera

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The Golden Sun Empire of Xiomera is an autocratic state, styled as a meritocracy, in the [[International Democratic Union]]. It occupies the eastern half of the landmass known as Huenya in the far southeastern portion of the IDU, in Caxcana.

==History==

===Pre-Imperial era===

The oldest known histories trace the beginnings of what is now Xiomera to roughly 1100 CE. As the ancient histories state, four different tribes came into existence in the land of Huenya: the Itotemoc, the Necatli, the Tepiltzin and the Xiomera. These four tribes began coalescing around nascent city-states which sprung up in four distinct regions of Huenya. In the far west of Huenya, in a dry and inhospitable region, the Necatli formed a state centered around the ''āltepētl'' of Necuatexi. To the immediate east of the Necatli, the Itotemoc state formed on a high plain around the ''āltepētl'' of Ixtenco. To the east of the Itotemoc, the Tepiltzin formed their state around the ''āltepētl'' of Oacalco, in a pleasant green lowland. And in the far east of Huenya, the Xiomerans formed their state in a lushly forested region centered around their ''āltepētl'' of Tlālacuetztla.

These pre-Imperial city-states were ruled by dynastic, militaristic tribal leaders known as tlahtohqueh. The city-states expanded rapidly during the period 1200 AD to 1325 AD, forming new settlements and claiming territory. By 1250 AD, most of the land in Huenya had already been claimed by one of the four city-states, leading to rising tension between them.

===Era of the Warring States===

From 1325 AD to 1372 AD, the four Huenyan tribes would fight both large-scale and small-scale wars for territory and economic gain. They would form alliances, and end them just as quickly, while trading with each other during brief periods of peace. As the four city-states were evenly matched, none of them could gain a significant advantage, or find a way to end the cycle of constant conflict.

===The Plague of 1372===

In the year 1372 AD, a major plague struck Huenya. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribal regions were devastated, losing thousands of lives and finding their militaries essentially crippled. The Xiomeran tribe, however, would be spared the ravages of this plague by an accident of geography and the scheming of a clever ruler.

The city of Zapotlán, under the control of Xiomera, was a natural chokepoint between western and eastern Huenya. It sat astride a series of passes which provided the only possible land entry into Xiomeran lands from the rest of Huenya. The Xiomeran ruler Quiauhticue, upon hearing of the plague spreading in his neighboring rivals, dispatched his warriors to close the passes at Zapotlán. Quiauhticue also set patrols on the waters and coastlines around Xiomera to prevent anyone from entering or leaving.

Quiauhticue’s reason for doing so was twofold: keeping the plague out of his lands, and also preventing any possible aid from leaving his lands to help the other three city-states. When his advisors warned Quiauhticue that this would spell doom for the other Huenyan tribes, the legend claims, Quiauhticue simply raised an eyebrow, looked at his advisors and said, “Yes. It will.”

Quiauhticue’s actions would set the stage for the foundation of an empire.

===The Wars of Unification===

When the plague finally burned itself out in 1375 AD, the Xiomeran state had been spared its ravages. As the rest of Huenya struggled to piece itself back together, they would face a new threat. Quiauhticue claimed the Mantle of Huītzilōpōchtli, divine right to rule all of Huenya.

Quiauhticue would start by invading the Tepiltzin lands in 1376 AD. Facing minimal resistance, his warriors would occupy the Teplitzin capital of Oacalco within a year, deposing and executing the Tepiltzin ''tlatoani'' Cuetzpalzoh. Alarmed by the easy conquest of the Tepiltzin, the Necatli and Itotemoc formed an alliance to try to counter Quiauhticue’s armies. Their alliance would not prove to be enough.

After taking another year to consolidate his gains and forcibly conscript the remaining Tepiltzin armies into his own, Quiauhticue would move next on the Itotemoc. His armies made slower progress against the more martial Itotemoc, reinforced by their even more warlike Necatli allies. But the Xiomerans outnumbered the combined Itotemoc and Necatli armies three to one, and were better provisioned. Within two years, Quiauhticue would seize the Itotemoc capital of Ixtenco, depose and execute the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Tlacaelel, and force the last remaining Necatli back into their own lands.

By 1380 AD, Quiauhticue was the undisputed ruler of three-quarters of Huenya. The Necatli, however, would prove to be much tougher to conquer. In 1380 and 1382, Quiauhticue would launch invasions of the Necatli state. Both times, his forces were beaten back by a determined Necatli resistance. After the 1382 invasion, Xiomeran armies were able to occupy Necatli lands along the coast. However, the Necatli retreated into their harsh countryside, where they were almost impossible to track or fight. Quiauhticue responded by surrounding the area and cutting off all supply routes, starving the Necatli into surrender. In 1387 AD at the village of Milintica, the last of the Necatli warriors made a desperate charge against the Xiomerans, and were cut down. All of Huenya belonged to Quiauhticue. The Xiomeran Empire was born.

===Consolidation of the Empire===

The years 1387 to 1515 would be a period of consolidation. The aftereffects of the Plague of 1372, and the following decade of war, left much of Huenya a shattered land. From the Xiomeran point of view, this was actually desirable. While it would mean a long period of difficult economic rebuilding, it also gave the nascent Xiomeran Empire a practically blank slate to establish (or impose, depending on one’s tribe and point of view) the mandates of Tlālacuetztla on the whole of Huenya.

From 1387 until 1515, Quiauhticue and succeeding Emperors would mandate the wholesale revision of Huenyan history, religion and politics to enshrine the Xiomerans as the pinnacle of their new Empire. Itotemoc, Necatli and Tepiltzin laws, literature and cultural artifacts were all ordered destroyed, replaced by Xiomeran ones strictly mandated by the Emperors in Tlālacuetztla. A mandatory two-track system of education was established, with schools called “telpochcalli” established for commoners and more rigorous schools called “calmecac” established for the nobility (and small numbers of especially high-performing commoners). After the formation of the Empire, Xiomera would allow the other tribes to continue selecting their own noble leaders (''tlatoani''). However, Xiomeran Emperors would install ''cihuacoatl'' (supreme judges and administrators) to monitor the other tribes’ ''tlatoani'' to make sure they were following the orders of the Emperor.

The period of consolidation was not without its moments of resistance. In 1486, the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Nenexahual would lead a revolt while the Emperor Ixpan was ill, and would manage to regain independence for a brief period before his forces were overrun by a counterattack after Ixpan died and was replaced by his son, Patonal. In 1511, the Necatli would revolt as well, and Patonal would be forced to send an army to quell them. Both revolts were spurred by resentment from the other tribes at Xiomeran mandates designed to eliminate their power and position.

===The Era of Stagnation===

The long period of Xiomeran history from 1515 to 1807 is called the Era of Stagnation by Xiomeran historians. There are several reasons for this. Xiomera would become more stable, and its Imperial system more firmly established, during this period. Tribal resistance would also cease to be openly hostile after the failed 1511 Necatli revolt, instead diminishing into a sullen passive resentment and resistance to Xiomeran leadership.

However, while a relative peace and stability would descend on the Xiomeran Empire during this period, it would be marked by a slow but progressive decline. The Xiomeran nobility would become more concerned with position and wealth than in ensuring the continued success of the Empire. Internal struggles for power, and the repeated overthrow of Emperors and lesser ''tlatoani'' by rivals, would also plague the Xiomeran Empire during this period. The single biggest factor in the decline of the Empire, however, is generally considered by Xiomeran historians to be the increasing autocracy of the Empire during this period. Xiomeran nobles began levying higher and higher demands on the common people of the Empire, in the form of higher taxation and mandated labor to support the nobles’ lifestyle. While this was occurring, legal and systemic changes would further suppress the lower class. Two major examples of this are the elimination of the “telpochcalli” schools for commoners in 1792, and the elimination of the noble title known as "quauhpilli" in 1796. That title had previously given commoners a chance to ascend to the nobility.

===The First Great Reformation===

In 1807, the Emperor Achcauhyotl would rise to the Obsidian Throne. Achcauhyotl was the first to recognize the systemic decline that had set root in the Xiomeran Empire, and would seek to reverse it. Up to this point in Xiomeran history, the other three tribes had been largely excluded from power. Achcauhyotl would make several significant reforms, ending the practice of having Xiomeran overseers monitoring the ''tlatoani'' of the other tribes and allowing the other tribes to freely select their own leaders without Imperial interference. Achcauhyotl would also create the Great Council of Xiomera, where the other ''tlatoani'' would be allowed to advise the Emperor and advocate for the interests of their tribes. Achcauhyotl also re-established schools for commoners, realizing that an uneducated populace would only fuel Xiomera’s continued decline.

Achcauhyotl made these systemic changes in the hopes of getting the other tribes to finally buy into being fully part of the Xiomeran Empire, and also out of the desire to counter the stagnation and corruption that had become so common in the Empire by bringing new blood into its leadership. However, Xiomera would not find these reforms to be enough; the newly empowered leaders of the other tribes soon became as corrupt and power-seeking as their Xiomeran ethnic counterparts. Achcauhyotl would succeed in ending the last resentments and resistance of the other tribes to being part of the Xiomeran Empire. However, it would fall to his daughter to take Xiomera in a new direction – and change its destiny forever.

===The First Xiomeran Civil War===

In 1838, Achcauhyotl died, leaving no male heirs. Xiomeran laws of succession up to that point had not allowed a female heir to take the Obsidian Throne. On his deathbed, Achcauhyotl ordered a change in the laws of succession to allow his daughter, Camaxtica, to become the first Empress (''cihuātlahtoāni'') of Xiomera.

This was a controversial decision for many reasons. Achcauhyotl mandated the change to the laws of succession despite the vocal opposition of his Great Council, the religious leaders of Xiomera, and the nobility in general. The Council had wanted the then highest ranking Xiomeran military officer, Tlanextic, to assume the throne and begin a new dynastic line, ensuring a continued unbroken line of male rulers. Achcauhyotl’s decision to ignore them and enthrone Camaxtica instead infuriated the nobility and religious hierarchy.

Camaxtica’s youth and inexperience was also a factor. She was only 19 years old when she became Empress, the youngest ruler before (or since) in Xiomeran history. The nobility fully expected her to bow to pressure and step down once her father died, or to be a pliable and cooperative figurehead on the Obsidian Throne to let them do as they wanted. They would be shocked and angered to discover that Camaxtica was anything but weak. The next twelve years would earn Camaxtica her nickname, “The Lioness of Tlālacuetztla”.

In 1839, Camaxtica’s ''cihuacoatl'', Amoxlotl, discovered a plot by Tlanextic and the ''tlatoani'' of the other three tribes to overthrow the Empress. Camaxtica had proven unwilling to bow to their pressure or follow their orders, and the nobles had decided it was time for her to go. Camaxtica would not accept this. She ordered Amoxlotl to arrest the other three ''tlatoani'', and Tlanextic as well. In response, the nobles declared a revolt, with Tlanextic as its military leader and planned replacement for the Empress on the Obsidian Throne.

As war began, in 1840, Camaxtica found herself in a very difficult position. The nobles controlled much of Xiomera’s armies, and with Tlanextic at their head, would pose a huge threat. Camaxtica could only command the loyalty of the Xiomeran tribe’s own soldiers, and even some of them refused to accept a woman as ruler. Camaxtica knew that only gaining the support of Xiomera’s much more vast population of commoners would save her reign, and probably her head as well.

In 1840, therefore, Camaxtica made two major edicts that would change the face of Xiomera forever. With the religious and noble hierarchy in open revolt against her, Camaxtica would declare that both were traitors, and declare that moving forward, the citizens would appoint their leaders, including their tlatoani, based on merit rather than noble worth. Camaxtica also declared that the commoners would have the same rights as the nobility, and that the labyrinthine system of laws designed to keep commoners repressed would be ended. This edict, known as the Xiuhtonal, would set the foundation for the meritocratic technocracy known as Xiomeran Meritocracy that governs the Empire to this day.

By 1840, the commoners were primed and ripe for revolt due to the excesses of the nobility and the elite military class. Camaxtica was the first Xiomeran leader to see this and turn it to her advantage. Styling herself as “The People’s Empress”, and promising to free the commoners from their state of peonage, Camaxtica turned the tables on the nobility by gaining a huge number of people willing to fight for her – many more than the nobles had at their disposal.

However, what Camaxtica gained for herself in 1840 was an army of peasants. Unskilled, many of them illiterate, and with only a basic military training, most of them were no match for the soldiers backing the nobles, who had learned how to fight from their early childhood. Without help, Camaxtica’s vast “army of the people” would be little more than cannon fodder. Camaxtica had an answer for that dilemma also, however.

In 1841, Camaxtica handed down the second great edict that would change Xiomera forever. Known as the Tlanextli, this edict would give Camaxtica’s army the edge it needed. From the late 16th century to 1841, Xiomera had been a closed country. Foreigners were not allowed into Xiomera upon pain of death, and all trade with the outside world was forbidden.

The Tlanextli would change all that. In that edict, Camaxtica threw the doors of Xiomera open to the world. She openly sought the help of foreign powers to train and equip her army with modern weapons. Since she controlled the Xiomeran capital, Camaxtica also controlled the vast Xiomeran treasury. She also offered to allow foreign trade after the war, assuming she won. This was more than enough to convince outside powers to trade with the Empress, and give her the modern army she needed.

The Xiomeran nobles’ armies were still equipped much as their forebears had been – arrows, spears, clubs and axes. The influx of modern weapons, especially firearms and cannon, would shift the balance of power decisively in Camaxtica’s favor. Combined with a decisive numerical advantage, the advent of modern warfare would ensure that Camaxtica would keep her throne. By 1850, the nobles’ revolt was defeated. Tlanextic died in the last battle at Huatl'pa, and the tlatoani who had revolted against Camaxtica were publicly executed.

===The Second Great Reformation===

With the last threats to her power ended, Camaxtica devoted the rest of her reign to making sure her promises to the people who had won her the Obsidian Throne were fulfilled. She abolished the nobility, and implemented a system of leaders chosen by councils of experts ''(ihuicatl)''. She also greatly expanded foreign trade, established diplomatic relations with other lands for the first time, and set up a foreign exchange system where Xiomeran youth would study in other lands and foreign youth could come to Xiomera to study as well. Foreign experts in a variety of specialist fields were also hired in the thousands. Xiomeran leaders would also tour many nations during this period to learn modern ways, leading to a state-led industrialization policy. These efforts fell in line with the Imperial goal of "using knowledge and learning to strengthen the foundations of Imperial rule and Xiomeran prosperity and success."

During Camaxtica's reign, Xiomera would make a rapid transition from being an isolationist, semi-feudal state to becoming a modern, industrialized nation. In line with the rapid changes Camaxtica had brought to Xiomeran politics and society, her reign would also bring about adopting scientific, technological and economic systems from around the world. Adapting these ideas to meet Xiomeran capabilities and traditions, these moves would spark an industrial revolution in Xiomera beginning around 1870. Economic and currency reforms, modernization of the Xiomeran transportation and communications networks, and embracing the ideas of a market economy and free market capitalism would transform Xiomera within a few decades from a mostly agrarian backwater into an economic powerhouse. Xiomera's military would likewise be reformed during this period, adopting modern technology and structuring itself on foreign models to complete the initial reforms begun when Camaxtica created her "army of the people".

At the end of Camaxtica's reign, Xiomera was a thoroughly modern nation ready to face the world. Camaxtica is to this day revered as the greatest ruler in Xiomeran history. There is some debate among historians as to her legacy, though. Some historians believe Camaxtica’s reformer label is undeserved, and that Camaxtica only enacted her changes to Xiomeran society because she had no other choice but to empower the commoners of Xiomera and arm them to fight in her defense. Those historians believe that Camaxtica was more pragmatic than idealistic. Most Xiomeran historians, however, still consider her to have been a great reformer.

Camaxtica’s reign came to an end in 1892 with her death at age 73. No Xiomeran ruler has lived or reigned as long as she did, or accomplished as much during their tenure. Camaxtica is especially honored by Xiomeran women, as her reign definitively freed women from the stigma of being “less capable” than men and ensured full and equal rights for Xiomeran women.

===Lōpoch's Expansion===

In 1893, the first new ruler in Xiomera's history in 55 years, Lōpoch, took the Obsidian Throne following Camaxtica's death. Lōpoch had a lot to prove. He was a relatively young Emperor, taking the throne at age 36. He was also the first Emperor to follow the legendary (and lengthy) reign of Camaxtica, an extremely tough act to follow. Ascending to the Obsidian Throne from the leadership of the Imperial Army, Lōpoch was the first in what would become a fairly recurring tradition of military leaders becoming Emperors. Eager to establish himself as a strong Emperor, Lōpoch set his sights on the first expansion of the Xiomeran Empire since its inception, and its first military venture beyond the island of Huenya.

Manauia Island, to the south of Huenya, was a conquest that Xiomeran Emperors had often dreamed of, but failed to accomplish. The Emperor Quiauhticue launched an invasion of Manauia Island in 1389; the Emperor Achcauhyotl would try again, in 1820. Both invasions would fail as the inhabitants of Manauia Island, the Teyatia, fought fiercely and refused to bend the knee to overlords in distant Tlālacuetztla.

Lōpoch was determined that his conquest, unlike those of Quiauhticue and Achcauhyotl, would succeed. He had an advantage his predecessors did not: the modern army, equipped with rifles and field artillery, and the supporting warships of the modern navy built by Camaxtica during her long reign. In previous battles, the Xiomeran and Teyatia forces had been roughly equal in technology and tactics. During Lōpoch's Expansion, the situation was severely unequal, in favor of the Xiomerans. The Teyatia, still using weapons and tactics of an earlier age, stood no chance against the Imperial Army and Imperial Navy. Within six months, Manauia Island was firmly under Xiomeran rule. Neighboring Cenotillo Island was also annexed a year later.

===The 1 August Uprising===

On August 1st, 1977, protests began in the Xiomeran capital of Tlālacuetztla. The protests initially began due to resentment among poorer Xiomerans about the high cost of living. However, the protests quickly morphed into a larger movement demanding democratic reform in Xiomera. Seeing democracies flourishing in many nations around Xiomera, many Xiomerans had begun demanding increased political freedom and civil rights as well. These demands were not welcomed by the Xiomeran government, and were seen as a direct challenge to the relatively new reign of the then-Emperor Xōlotl.

The protests spread to multiple Xiomeran cities from August 3rd to 6th of 1977, and began to hinder Xiomeran commerce. Protesters began to occupy public spaces, block highways and public transport services, and also began to occupy Xiomeran factories. Faced with serious pressure to address the matter decisively, Emperor Xōlotl fired the Secretary of Security, Paltec, on August 7th, 1977 and ordered the Xiomeran military to end the protests by any means necessary. Beginning in Tlālacuetztla, the Xiomeran army unleashed its full force on the protesters. While Xiomeran media censorship and destruction of records related to the 1977 protests have kept a full accounting of the events from being performed, it is widely believed that thousands of Xiomerans were either killed or imprisoned in order to put down the protests. The brutal backlash by Xōlotl's government to the protests left such a scar on Xiomeran society that no further serious agitation for democracy or protests were launched in Xiomera for over forty years.

===Assassination of Emperor Topilpopoca, and the ascension of Empress Yauhmi===

On September 8th, 2019, the longstanding Emperor of Xiomera, Topilpopoca, was returning from a trip to the Xiomeran possession of Manauia Island when he was shot in front of the Palace by a disgruntled former Cabinet member, Cētlalhui. Cētlalhui had been fired by the Emperor for incompetence, and sought revenge through the assassination attempt. Topilpopoca would die from his injuries on October 3rd, 2019. On November 3rd, 2019, the wife of Topilpopoca, Empress [[Yauhmi]], was chosen to succeed him in the unique Xiomeran process known as the Great Selection. During her bid for the throne, Yauhmi promised many of her backers that she would rule in the same moderately conservative fashion that her husband had. But upon actually taking power, Yauhmi launched a series of reforms meant to bring greater civil rights, political rights and economic freedom to Xiomera. The reforms left many of her former conservative supporters feeling betrayed, and that she had gained the Obsidian Throne under false pretenses. Worse, many of them began to see Yauhmi's reign as a direct assault on the Xiomeran philosophy known as Xiomeran Meritocracy.

===The Second Xiomeran Civil War===

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Dissatisfied with her reforms, a group of conservative political, business and military leaders planned in secret to overthrow Empress Yauhmi. On April 10th, 2020, at the opening session of a Huenyan Assembly meant to bring greater political openness to Xiomera, the Xiomeran military deposed Empress Yauhmi and placed her in prison, along with the other members of the Huenyan Assembly. A Provisional Imperial Government was formed by the Xiomeran General Staff, staging a complete takeover of the country. Martial law was declared throughout the country, and harsh measures taken to ensure no opposition. Domestic opposition groups were banned, and their members arrested. As a result of the coup, multiple countries, including [[Laeral]], [[Legionas]], [[Eiria]] and [[Kerlile]], terminated diplomatic relations with Xiomera and refused to acknowledge the new government. The Xiomeran government retaliated by also terminating diplomatic relations with all four nations, and placing them in a restrictive trade status just short of an outright trade ban.

A government in exile was formed in Laeral, led by Crown Prince [[Texōccoatl]], Yauhmi's son and next in line for the Obsidian Throne. The military junta in Xiomera responded by staging a Great Selection widely regarded as fraudulent, crowning [[Xochiuhue]], son of Emperor Xōlotl, as the Emperor of Xiomera.

The reign of Xochiuhue would prove to be a short and disastrous one, leading to multiple revolts, protests and violence around the nation. In the wake of the unrest, Xochiuhue would be overthrown by his Security Secretary, [[Calhualyana]].

After a major uprising led by Xiomeran supporters of Empress Yauhmi and members of the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli ethnic groups in western Huenya, the conflict morphed into a civil war which quickly ground into a stalemate. A final resolution to the conflict, which led to the partition of Xiomera, was negotiated in talks in Jinyu, Laeral. The conflict resulted in the creation of the nation of [[Huenya]] in lands ceded by the Empire, as well as the independence of Manauia Island and the Netlcōatl Islands. The partition also resulted in the loss of the Intra-Xiomera Canal.

==Geography and climate==

Xiomera occupies the eastern half of the island of Huenya in the South Xiomeran Sea. The country covers a mostly humid subtropical region. Rainfall is most prevalent from June to September. Xiomera has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March.

Xiomera has three national parks: the Atzaloyan - Montelin Imperial Park north of Tlālacuetztla, the Lake Ehehuani Nature Preserve, and the National Oceanic Preserve based in Saclamantón.

The Xiomeran government, as well as its business sector, have received considerable criticism from around the IDU for their marked disregard for the environment.

==Demographics==

===Population===

Xiomera had an estimated population of 83,166,711 as of 2021. The country is noted for its extremely high population density. Most Xiomerans live in urban areas, as the rapid industrialization of the country fueled migration from rural areas. 81.4% of the total population lived in urban areas as of July 2020.

The capital city, Tlālacuetztla, is the country's largest city and chief industrial center, with a population of 13,929,280 in Tlālacuetztla Municipality and 37,468,000 in the greater metropolitan area. The capital is closely tied to the nearby port of Huitzitaca, Xiomera's largest port. Major Xiomeran cities, Tlālacuetztla in particular, suffer from significant issues related to migration and overcrowding, such as strained infrastructure, housing costs and homelessness. By contrast, the rural areas of Xiomera have major issues stemming from their lack of population. Various Xiomeran governments have tried to reverse the trend of urban migration, and renew the flow of population to other areas, with only limited success.

The ethnic Xiomeran group has long held dominance over the economic, social and political life of the country, as the "founders" of the Empire. While the country has been mostly stable for the most part, the second-class status that the Tepiltzin, Itotemoc and Necatli ethnic groups have been subjected to throughout the country's history was the source of continued tension. This tension was one of the secondary causes of the Second Xiomeran Civil War.

Xiomera, in a paradox for a developed nation, has a relatively high fertility rate of 3.903 as of July 2020. The country also has a relatively young population, with the median age of 24.5 years for males and 26 years for females as of July 2020. The Xiomeran cultural preference for larger families, coupled with a longstanding government push to boost the population in order to continue to fuel the consumption-based national economy, are believed to be the reasons for this trend.

===Education===

Education in Xiomera is a mix of traditional Xiomeran schooling with educational ideas and institutions imported from other countries. All Xiomeran schools are public schools; private schools are not allowed in Xiomera. This stems from traditional Xiomeran tendencies to want oversight over the educational system by the rulers (and later, by the Xiomeran government). Xiomeran schools typically have two branches before one gets to institutions of higher education: the ''calmecac'' or the ''telpochcalli''.

The ''calmecac'' began in ancient Xiomeran history as schools for the sons of nobles. In these schools, they learned literacy, history, religious rituals, calendrics, geometry, songs and the military arts. They also studied astronomy, theology and statesmanship. This would prepare the nobles' sons for their future roles as leaders, priests or healers. They would also serve as the place of learning for future scholars and artists.

The counterpart to the ''calmecac'', the ''telpochcalli'', taught commoner boys history and religion, agricultural skills and a craft or trade, preparing them for their future lives as workers. After graduation, they would be sent back to their families to begin their working life. Certain ''telpochcalli'' specialized in military roles, teaching fighting skills and techniques to particularly athletic or martially-capable boys, before routing them to the army for further training and eventual lives as soldiers.

As Xiomera entered the modern era, the ''calmecac'' and ''telpochcalli'' evolved into more general-purpose educational institutions. The ''calmecac'' became elite schools for highly talented Xiomeran youth in both academic and athletic fields, the equivalent of "gifted and talented" institutions or magnet schools in other countries. They also stopped being exclusive to the sons of the nobility, becoming open both to commoners and to girls as well.

The ''telpochcalli'', for their part, became "standard" public schools for Xiomeran youth of all genders and abilities, teaching a more broad and advanced level of education than in ancient times. In recent years, the line between the calmecac and the telpochcalli has begun to blur with the adoption of curriculum such as STEM education in both institutions.

One important holdover from ancient Xiomeran educational tradition are the special schools reserved especially for children whose attributes make them prime candidates to join the ranks of the Shorn Ones, the elite Xiomeran warriors who serve the royal family. A special kind of ''calmecac'' still exists for these young people in the city of Chuaztlapoc, completely separate from the rest of the Xiomeran educational system and run by the Shorn Ones themselves.

Much like the lower levels of education in Xiomera, higher education in Xiomera likewise has two tracks, with two unique types of institutions for each.

The Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities are a system of elite colleges and universities throughout Xiomera, usually located in major cities. As their name indicates, these schools started out as institutes of technology, vocational colleges, engineering schools or schools meant to offer "practical" training. These were the first Western-style colleges in Xiomera, and were launched by the Empress Camaxtica in 1855 as part of her efforts to modernize Xiomera by bringing in Western-style learning. As Xiomera was focused on modernizing its industry and technology during that period, the Polytechnics initially focused solely on those fields.

As time went on, it became clear that Xiomera needed a more diverse set of offerings for its institutions of higher education. Towards the end of her reign, in 1889, Camaxtica launched the other tier of Xiomeran universities, the Imperial University System of Xiomera. The Xiomeran higher educational system was reorganized much along the lines of the the ''calmecac'' and the ''telpochcalli''. The Polytechnic Universities became the upper tier of the Xiomeran higher education system, and the Imperial University System a more "accessible" level of education for those who could not gain admittance to the Polytechnics.

Today, the sixteen Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities serve as the pinnacle of Xiomeran education, with an acceptance rate between 4% to 9% of applicants, depending on the institution. The Polytechnics, unlike the Imperial University System, charge for admission, and the cost per school year is not cheap - averaging between 63,000 and 75,000 quetzals per year, again depending on the institution. The Polytechnics, despite their misleading name, no longer focus solely on churning out engineers or training workers. They instead provide an exceptionally broad and high-quality education across all fields, and are often seen as the ticket to admission to the higher echelons of Xiomeran political, social and business life. There has been some discussion by leaders of these institutions about dropping the "polytechnic" title, but tradition, history and affection for the name from alumni have prevented that thus far.

By contrast, the 313 Imperial University System institutions are open admission, and do not charge students to attend. While their lower status has led to some disdain for degrees from IUS institutions among the elite, the far greater accessibility to a college education through the IUS institutions has been a major driving force behind the high levels of literacy (97.9% literacy rate), college completion (55.5% graduation rate), and overall education and learning among the Xiomeran populace as a whole. IUS institutions offer both 2 and 4 year degrees, and thus serve both as a form of community college and full-fledged university for most Xiomerans.

==Religion==

Xiomera tends to be a secular nation, with 67.2% of the population identifying as non-religious. Of those Xiomerans that do follow a specific faith, the breakdown is as follows: 23.9% indigenous Huenyan religion; 3.2% Christianity; 1.5% Islam; 1.4% Buddhism; 1.1% Hinduism; 1.0% Judaism; 0.6% Other. While most Xiomerans no longer follow a religious path, the indigenous Huenyan religion still serves as a source of legitimacy and authority within Xiomeran society. The indigenous Huenyan religion also still serves as a source of cultural identity and pride within Xiomeran society, with even many "non-religious" Xiomerans still believing at least some aspects of it.

The Huenyan indigenous faith is a polytheistic religion based around a pantheon of major and minor deities. The most significant deities are Tlaloc (rain god, deity of water); Quetzalcoatl (god of wind, the link between the earth and the sky), Tezcatlipoca (deity of cosmic struggle) and Huītzilōpōchtli (deity of the sun, and god of war). Huītzilōpōchtli serves as the preeminent deity in the Huenyan religion and is also linked to the Xiomeran ruling lineage. Any Xiomeran Emperor or Empress must be seen as having the "mandate of Huītzilōpōchtli" in order to rule.

==Government and legal system==

Xiomera's government describes the country as a "meritocratic technocratic monarchy". The Xiomeran system of government, like the name it has given itself, is both confusing to outsiders and not always what it seems.

Xiomeran political offices are all held by individuals chosen by councils of legal, political, scientific, cultural, economic and educational experts. These councils are known as ''ihuicatl''. The ''ihuicatl'' are the backbone of the Xiomeran system. Every municipality, region and tribal domain has an ''ihuicatl'' that is responsible for appointing that political unit's principal leader (''tlatoani'') every six years. There was also a national ''ihuicatl'' that is responsible for choosing an Emperor or Empress to rule the country, in a process known as the Great Selection. While most positions in Xiomera are still filled by this traditional system, in 2020 Emperor Xochiuhue announced that no further Great Selections would be held, essentially cementing his status as an Emperor for life. The hereditary monarchy was further confirmed in a nationwide election held in January 2021 which approved Empress Calhualyana as hereditary monarch.

The members of the ''ihuicatl'' are themselves chosen every six years in a collective "vote" by members of their fields. This is the closest thing to an "election" in Xiomera. 500 people typically sit on an ''ihuicatl'' responsible for major appointments; smaller units of population such as regions and municipalities will have smaller ''ihuicatls''.

The ''tlatoani'' is the highest leader in a political unit of Xiomera. The term is most commonly used to describe the leader of an ''āltepētl'' (the equivalent of provinces or states in other countries). Each of the four original tribes of Huenya has its own ''altepetl'', and thus its own ''tlatoani''. The ''tlatoani'' over an ''āltepētl'' typically holds powers roughly equivalent to a governor of a state or province in other countries.

The ''cihuacoatl'' is the second in command to the tlatoani of a Xiomeran political unit. They serve as a supreme judge and administrator, and also handle the financial affairs of their political unit.

The Xiomeran judicial system consists of multiple courts with differing levels of jurisdiction. Trial courts (''teccalli'') hear civil and criminal cases. Appellate courts (''tlaxitlán'') review appeals from the ''teccalli''. The ''cihuacoatl'', as chief justice, reviews appeals from the ''tlaxitlán''. The ''cihuacoatl'' determines the verdict and his decision can only be appealed to the ''huey tlatoani'' and ''cihuacoatl'' of all Xiomera. The two serve as a final "supreme court" of appeal and are not obligated to hear any appeal from lower courts. If they do accept an appeal, their ruling is final. This "supreme court" also has absolute right to intervene at any time with a final verdict on any cases or appeals that they deem "vital to the Imperial interest."

The Xiomeran Court System maintains its own constabulary that works with local and national police to serve summons and make arrests for noncompliance with those summons.

While judges are appointed, they must also complete an apprenticeship program that involves observing court proceedings and taking tests to measure their knowledge of Xiomeran law. Judges are retained or removed from office on the same six-year cycle as all other Xiomeran officials.

The Xiomeran judiciary is policed by a special branch of the national civil service to ensure honesty, ethical practice and impartiality. Xiomeran judges who breach legal or ethical lines are removed from office, and can also face fines, imprisonment, or even execution for severe breaches of the law.

In most other respects, the Xiomeran legal system is similar to other countries. Double jeopardy is not allowed, trials are required to occur in a timely fashion, and the accused have the right to have attorneys assist them. All cases are tried publicly, and under oath. The main difference from other countries is that trial by jury does not exist in Xiomera.

==Military==

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Armed Forces'' are the defense force of Xiomera. The Armed Forces fall under the command of the Ministry of Defense, which in turn falls under the command of the Empress and the Imperial Parliament. Civilian control of the military is maintained via this chain of command. Xiomera maintains a large and well-funded military (3.7% of GDP in 2019).

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Army'' composes the ground forces of the Xiomeran military, with the exception of special forces. Total troop strength is 505,000. The Imperial Army also maintains 2800 main battle tanks, 2900 armored fighting vehicles, 6000 artillery pieces, 250 rocket launchers, 80 guided missile systems, and 810 helicopters of various types.

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Navy'' is the naval defense branch of the Xiomeran military, and is also responsible for maintaining shore defenses such as artillery, anti-air and anti-ship missiles, and shoreline defensive installations. The Xiomeran Navy has a total personnel strength of 90,000 personnel. The Navy maintains a 310-ship fleet and also operates 190 mobile ASBMs and various shore defenses, as well as a naval aviation force of 875 aircraft across all types.

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Air Force'' is the aerial defense branch of the Xiomeran military, and is also responsible for the Imperial Strategic Rocket Corps and Imperial space-based operations. The Xiomeran Air Force has a total personnel strength of 77,324. It had a total inventory of 906 aircraft of all types in service as of September 2020, and also operates a fleet of drones.

The ''Xiomeran Special Forces'' consist of two groups. The Warriors of Tezcatlipōca are the first branch of the Imperial Special Forces. Named for the Huenyan "invisible god" representing "the silent night winds, and thunderous war", this branch of the Special Forces takes after their namesake Tezcatlipōca by utilizing stealth and secrecy to deliver unexpected and shattering blows to the enemies of the Empire. The total troop complement of this branch is 18,000 troops.

The Warriors of Huītzilōpōchtli are the second branch of the Imperial Special Forces. They take their name from the patron god of the Xiomerans, the god of the sun and of war. Unlike their counterparts in the Warriors of Tezcatlipōca, the Warriors of Huītzilōpōchtli are always clearly out in the open, first into battle when the Empire goes to war. Never hiding or shrinking from a fight, they are the embodiment of Xiomeran martial spirit and power. The total troop complement of this branch is 18,000 troops.

Xiomera has been rumored to have a nuclear weapons capability since 1987, and many experts have noted that its arsenal of ballistic missiles would be capable of carrying a nuclear warhead as well as the conventional warheads that are already known to exist. The Xiomeran Government has never formally confirmed a nuclear capacity, but has also never formally denied it, either. Rumors also continue to exist that Xiomera may possess other WMDs as a last-ditch defensive measure.

The Xiomeran military utilizes solely domestic-produced weapons systems, mainly produced by the Coatōn Corporation and Coltec Corporation.

==Economy==

Xiomera is a developed country with a high-income economy and is one of the most industrialized economies in the IDU. Xiomera is especially respected for the quality of its manufactured goods and electronics. The Xiomeran economy is geared both around domestic consumption and export to other nations. Since its mass adoption of modern manufacturing and industralization in the 1850s, Xiomera has seen itself as the "nation that makes things" and the "store to the world". The modernization of the Empire, which began during that period, has leveraged massive investments in education to transform the country from a backwater state to an economic powerhouse in a remarkably short period. The Xiomeran economy, by its very nature, is highly dependent on international trade.

Xiomera's industrial sector has a very large capacity and is one of the most technologically advanced in the IDU. The Xiomeran industrial sector makes up approximately 27.5% of the nation's GDP. Extensive robotics and automation provide an additional boost to Xiomeran manufacturing capabilities. Xiomera is also a leading nation in scientific research, through its two university systems and the private sector, as well as government research firms. In total, approximately 700,000 researchers share a 130 billion quetzal research and development budget

The Xiomeran economy is dominated by massive industrial conglomerates known as ''necuiltonolli''. These huge corporations often have highly complex, interlocking business relationships which make it extremely hard to ever break them up or regulate them. Xiomeran governments, for the most part, engage in little to no oversight of the business community, believing in a mantra of "totally free trade". The Second Xiomeran Civil War was sparked, in part, by the efforts of the Empress Yauhmi to begin more closely regulating, and taxing, the Xiomeran business community. More recently, the souring trade relations between Xiomera and other nations in the aftermath of Emperor Xochiuhue's rise to power have begun to alarm some Xiomeran businesspeople.

Xiomeran capitalism has sometimes been described as "predatory" and even "rapacious", particularly by critics from less capitalist countries and from opposition groups within Xiomera itself. The motto "competition is everything, everything is competition", coined by the Emperor Achcauhyotl, has since been widely adopted as the mantra of the Xiomeran business community.

==Infrastructure==

Xiomera has a highly developed and advanced transport network. The country maintains an extensive network of high speed railways, highways, air routes, bus routes and ferry services. The country maintains 755,000 miles of roadway, including 34,000 miles of national highways and 5,000 miles of special "high-speed" highways with no speed limits.

The national transit service, Zaca, provides frequent rail service to all major Xiomeran cities, as well as most regional centers. Bus lines connect smaller cities and rural areas to the rail network. The Zaca rail system includes 1,485 miles of high-speed railways connecting major cities.

The nation's largest airport, Ocatzcal International Airport in Tlālacuetztla, served 87,098,683 passengers in 2018. There are also airports in most large to medium-sized Xiomeran cities, as well as heliports. There are 175 airports in the country.

Despite its environmentally unfriendly reputation, Xiomera is a major producer of nuclear power. 31% of the nation's electricity is derived from nuclear power. Much of the remaining capacity is generated by natural gas and coal, although the country has begun exploring the expansion of wind, solar and hydropower sources.

Xiomera has an extensive and well-developed high-speed Internet infrastructure, with public wi-fi networks deployed in most major Xiomeran cities. Much of the country's economy and culture is centered around online technology. While online access is widespread in Xiomera, the frequent monitoring of online communications and censorship practiced by the government is often seen as a hindrance.

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The Empire of Xiomera is an autocratic state, styled as a meritocracy, in the [[International Democratic Union]]. It occupies the eastern half of the landmass known as Huenya in the far southeastern portion of the IDU, in Caxcana.

==History==

===Pre-Imperial era===

The oldest known histories trace the beginnings of what is now Xiomera to roughly 1100 CE. As the ancient histories state, four different tribes came into existence in the land of Huenya: the Itotemoc, the Necatli, the Tepiltzin and the Xiomera. These four tribes began coalescing around nascent city-states which sprung up in four distinct regions of Huenya. In the far west of Huenya, in a dry and inhospitable region, the Necatli formed a state centered around the ''āltepētl'' of Necuatexi. To the immediate east of the Necatli, the Itotemoc state formed on a high plain around the ''āltepētl'' of Ixtenco. To the east of the Itotemoc, the Tepiltzin formed their state around the ''āltepētl'' of Oacalco, in a pleasant green lowland. And in the far east of Huenya, the Xiomerans formed their state in a lushly forested region centered around their ''āltepētl'' of Tlālacuetztla.

These pre-Imperial city-states were ruled by dynastic, militaristic tribal leaders known as tlahtohqueh. The city-states expanded rapidly during the period 1200 AD to 1325 AD, forming new settlements and claiming territory. By 1250 AD, most of the land in Huenya had already been claimed by one of the four city-states, leading to rising tension between them.

===Era of the Warring States===

From 1325 AD to 1372 AD, the four Huenyan tribes would fight both large-scale and small-scale wars for territory and economic gain. They would form alliances, and end them just as quickly, while trading with each other during brief periods of peace. As the four city-states were evenly matched, none of them could gain a significant advantage, or find a way to end the cycle of constant conflict.

===The Plague of 1372===

In the year 1372 AD, a major plague struck Huenya. The Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli tribal regions were devastated, losing thousands of lives and finding their militaries essentially crippled. The Xiomeran tribe, however, would be spared the ravages of this plague by an accident of geography and the scheming of a clever ruler.

The city of Zapotlán, under the control of Xiomera, was a natural chokepoint between western and eastern Huenya. It sat astride a series of passes which provided the only possible land entry into Xiomeran lands from the rest of Huenya. The Xiomeran ruler Quiauhticue, upon hearing of the plague spreading in his neighboring rivals, dispatched his warriors to close the passes at Zapotlán. Quiauhticue also set patrols on the waters and coastlines around Xiomera to prevent anyone from entering or leaving.

Quiauhticue’s reason for doing so was twofold: keeping the plague out of his lands, and also preventing any possible aid from leaving his lands to help the other three city-states. When his advisors warned Quiauhticue that this would spell doom for the other Huenyan tribes, the legend claims, Quiauhticue simply raised an eyebrow, looked at his advisors and said, “Yes. It will.”

Quiauhticue’s actions would set the stage for the foundation of an empire.

===The Wars of Unification===

When the plague finally burned itself out in 1375 AD, the Xiomeran state had been spared its ravages. As the rest of Huenya struggled to piece itself back together, they would face a new threat. Quiauhticue claimed the Mantle of Huītzilōpōchtli, divine right to rule all of Huenya.

Quiauhticue would start by invading the Tepiltzin lands in 1376 AD. Facing minimal resistance, his warriors would occupy the Teplitzin capital of Oacalco within a year, deposing and executing the Tepiltzin ''tlatoani'' Cuetzpalzoh. Alarmed by the easy conquest of the Tepiltzin, the Necatli and Itotemoc formed an alliance to try to counter Quiauhticue’s armies. Their alliance would not prove to be enough.

After taking another year to consolidate his gains and forcibly conscript the remaining Tepiltzin armies into his own, Quiauhticue would move next on the Itotemoc. His armies made slower progress against the more martial Itotemoc, reinforced by their even more warlike Necatli allies. But the Xiomerans outnumbered the combined Itotemoc and Necatli armies three to one, and were better provisioned. Within two years, Quiauhticue would seize the Itotemoc capital of Ixtenco, depose and execute the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Tlacaelel, and force the last remaining Necatli back into their own lands.

By 1380 AD, Quiauhticue was the undisputed ruler of three-quarters of Huenya. The Necatli, however, would prove to be much tougher to conquer. In 1380 and 1382, Quiauhticue would launch invasions of the Necatli state. Both times, his forces were beaten back by a determined Necatli resistance. After the 1382 invasion, Xiomeran armies were able to occupy Necatli lands along the coast. However, the Necatli retreated into their harsh countryside, where they were almost impossible to track or fight. Quiauhticue responded by surrounding the area and cutting off all supply routes, starving the Necatli into surrender. In 1387 AD at the village of Milintica, the last of the Necatli warriors made a desperate charge against the Xiomerans, and were cut down. All of Huenya belonged to Quiauhticue. The Xiomeran Empire was born.

===Consolidation of the Empire===

The years 1387 to 1515 would be a period of consolidation. The aftereffects of the Plague of 1372, and the following decade of war, left much of Huenya a shattered land. From the Xiomeran point of view, this was actually desirable. While it would mean a long period of difficult economic rebuilding, it also gave the nascent Xiomeran Empire a practically blank slate to establish (or impose, depending on one’s tribe and point of view) the mandates of Tlālacuetztla on the whole of Huenya.

From 1387 until 1515, Quiauhticue and succeeding Emperors would mandate the wholesale revision of Huenyan history, religion and politics to enshrine the Xiomerans as the pinnacle of their new Empire. Itotemoc, Necatli and Tepiltzin laws, literature and cultural artifacts were all ordered destroyed, replaced by Xiomeran ones strictly mandated by the Emperors in Tlālacuetztla. A mandatory two-track system of education was established, with schools called “telpochcalli” established for commoners and more rigorous schools called “calmecac” established for the nobility (and small numbers of especially high-performing commoners). After the formation of the Empire, Xiomera would allow the other tribes to continue selecting their own noble leaders (''tlatoani''). However, Xiomeran Emperors would install ''cihuacoatl'' (supreme judges and administrators) to monitor the other tribes’ ''tlatoani'' to make sure they were following the orders of the Emperor.

The period of consolidation was not without its moments of resistance. In 1486, the Itotemoc ''tlatoani'' Nenexahual would lead a revolt while the Emperor Ixpan was ill, and would manage to regain independence for a brief period before his forces were overrun by a counterattack after Ixpan died and was replaced by his son, Patonal. In 1511, the Necatli would revolt as well, and Patonal would be forced to send an army to quell them. Both revolts were spurred by resentment from the other tribes at Xiomeran mandates designed to eliminate their power and position.

===The Era of Stagnation===

The long period of Xiomeran history from 1515 to 1807 is called the Era of Stagnation by Xiomeran historians. There are several reasons for this. Xiomera would become more stable, and its Imperial system more firmly established, during this period. Tribal resistance would also cease to be openly hostile after the failed 1511 Necatli revolt, instead diminishing into a sullen passive resentment and resistance to Xiomeran leadership.

However, while a relative peace and stability would descend on the Xiomeran Empire during this period, it would be marked by a slow but progressive decline. The Xiomeran nobility would become more concerned with position and wealth than in ensuring the continued success of the Empire. Internal struggles for power, and the repeated overthrow of Emperors and lesser ''tlatoani'' by rivals, would also plague the Xiomeran Empire during this period. The single biggest factor in the decline of the Empire, however, is generally considered by Xiomeran historians to be the increasing autocracy of the Empire during this period. Xiomeran nobles began levying higher and higher demands on the common people of the Empire, in the form of higher taxation and mandated labor to support the nobles’ lifestyle. While this was occurring, legal and systemic changes would further suppress the lower class. Two major examples of this are the elimination of the “telpochcalli” schools for commoners in 1792, and the elimination of the noble title known as "quauhpilli" in 1796. That title had previously given commoners a chance to ascend to the nobility.

===The First Great Reformation===

In 1807, the Emperor Achcauhyotl would rise to the Obsidian Throne. Achcauhyotl was the first to recognize the systemic decline that had set root in the Xiomeran Empire, and would seek to reverse it. Up to this point in Xiomeran history, the other three tribes had been largely excluded from power. Achcauhyotl would make several significant reforms, ending the practice of having Xiomeran overseers monitoring the ''tlatoani'' of the other tribes and allowing the other tribes to freely select their own leaders without Imperial interference. Achcauhyotl would also create the Great Council of Xiomera, where the other ''tlatoani'' would be allowed to advise the Emperor and advocate for the interests of their tribes. Achcauhyotl also re-established schools for commoners, realizing that an uneducated populace would only fuel Xiomera’s continued decline.

Achcauhyotl made these systemic changes in the hopes of getting the other tribes to finally buy into being fully part of the Xiomeran Empire, and also out of the desire to counter the stagnation and corruption that had become so common in the Empire by bringing new blood into its leadership. However, Xiomera would not find these reforms to be enough; the newly empowered leaders of the other tribes soon became as corrupt and power-seeking as their Xiomeran ethnic counterparts. Achcauhyotl would succeed in ending the last resentments and resistance of the other tribes to being part of the Xiomeran Empire. However, it would fall to his daughter to take Xiomera in a new direction – and change its destiny forever.

===The First Xiomeran Civil War===

In 1838, Achcauhyotl died, leaving no male heirs. Xiomeran laws of succession up to that point had not allowed a female heir to take the Obsidian Throne. On his deathbed, Achcauhyotl ordered a change in the laws of succession to allow his daughter, Camaxtica, to become the first Empress (''cihuātlahtoāni'') of Xiomera.

This was a controversial decision for many reasons. Achcauhyotl mandated the change to the laws of succession despite the vocal opposition of his Great Council, the religious leaders of Xiomera, and the nobility in general. The Council had wanted the then highest ranking Xiomeran military officer, Tlanextic, to assume the throne and begin a new dynastic line, ensuring a continued unbroken line of male rulers. Achcauhyotl’s decision to ignore them and enthrone Camaxtica instead infuriated the nobility and religious hierarchy.

Camaxtica’s youth and inexperience was also a factor. She was only 19 years old when she became Empress, the youngest ruler before (or since) in Xiomeran history. The nobility fully expected her to bow to pressure and step down once her father died, or to be a pliable and cooperative figurehead on the Obsidian Throne to let them do as they wanted. They would be shocked and angered to discover that Camaxtica was anything but weak. The next twelve years would earn Camaxtica her nickname, “The Lioness of Tlālacuetztla”.

In 1839, Camaxtica’s ''cihuacoatl'', Amoxlotl, discovered a plot by Tlanextic and the ''tlatoani'' of the other three tribes to overthrow the Empress. Camaxtica had proven unwilling to bow to their pressure or follow their orders, and the nobles had decided it was time for her to go. Camaxtica would not accept this. She ordered Amoxlotl to arrest the other three ''tlatoani'', and Tlanextic as well. In response, the nobles declared a revolt, with Tlanextic as its military leader and planned replacement for the Empress on the Obsidian Throne.

As war began, in 1840, Camaxtica found herself in a very difficult position. The nobles controlled much of Xiomera’s armies, and with Tlanextic at their head, would pose a huge threat. Camaxtica could only command the loyalty of the Xiomeran tribe’s own soldiers, and even some of them refused to accept a woman as ruler. Camaxtica knew that only gaining the support of Xiomera’s much more vast population of commoners would save her reign, and probably her head as well.

In 1840, therefore, Camaxtica made two major edicts that would change the face of Xiomera forever. With the religious and noble hierarchy in open revolt against her, Camaxtica would declare that both were traitors, and declare that moving forward, the citizens would appoint their leaders, including their tlatoani, based on merit rather than noble worth. Camaxtica also declared that the commoners would have the same rights as the nobility, and that the labyrinthine system of laws designed to keep commoners repressed would be ended. This edict, known as the Xiuhtonal, would set the foundation for the meritocratic technocracy known as Xiomeran Meritocracy that governs the Empire to this day.

By 1840, the commoners were primed and ripe for revolt due to the excesses of the nobility and the elite military class. Camaxtica was the first Xiomeran leader to see this and turn it to her advantage. Styling herself as “The People’s Empress”, and promising to free the commoners from their state of peonage, Camaxtica turned the tables on the nobility by gaining a huge number of people willing to fight for her – many more than the nobles had at their disposal.

However, what Camaxtica gained for herself in 1840 was an army of peasants. Unskilled, many of them illiterate, and with only a basic military training, most of them were no match for the soldiers backing the nobles, who had learned how to fight from their early childhood. Without help, Camaxtica’s vast “army of the people” would be little more than cannon fodder. Camaxtica had an answer for that dilemma also, however.

In 1841, Camaxtica handed down the second great edict that would change Xiomera forever. Known as the Tlanextli, this edict would give Camaxtica’s army the edge it needed. From the late 16th century to 1841, Xiomera had been a closed country. Foreigners were not allowed into Xiomera upon pain of death, and all trade with the outside world was forbidden.

The Tlanextli would change all that. In that edict, Camaxtica threw the doors of Xiomera open to the world. She openly sought the help of foreign powers to train and equip her army with modern weapons. Since she controlled the Xiomeran capital, Camaxtica also controlled the vast Xiomeran treasury. She also offered to allow foreign trade after the war, assuming she won. This was more than enough to convince outside powers to trade with the Empress, and give her the modern army she needed.

The Xiomeran nobles’ armies were still equipped much as their forebears had been – arrows, spears, clubs and axes. The influx of modern weapons, especially firearms and cannon, would shift the balance of power decisively in Camaxtica’s favor. Combined with a decisive numerical advantage, the advent of modern warfare would ensure that Camaxtica would keep her throne. By 1850, the nobles’ revolt was defeated. Tlanextic died in the last battle at Huatl'pa, and the tlatoani who had revolted against Camaxtica were publicly executed.

===The Second Great Reformation===

With the last threats to her power ended, Camaxtica devoted the rest of her reign to making sure her promises to the people who had won her the Obsidian Throne were fulfilled. She abolished the nobility, and implemented a system of leaders chosen by councils of experts ''(ihuicatl)''. She also greatly expanded foreign trade, established diplomatic relations with other lands for the first time, and set up a foreign exchange system where Xiomeran youth would study in other lands and foreign youth could come to Xiomera to study as well. Foreign experts in a variety of specialist fields were also hired in the thousands. Xiomeran leaders would also tour many nations during this period to learn modern ways, leading to a state-led industrialization policy. These efforts fell in line with the Imperial goal of "using knowledge and learning to strengthen the foundations of Imperial rule and Xiomeran prosperity and success."

During Camaxtica's reign, Xiomera would make a rapid transition from being an isolationist, semi-feudal state to becoming a modern, industrialized nation. In line with the rapid changes Camaxtica had brought to Xiomeran politics and society, her reign would also bring about adopting scientific, technological and economic systems from around the world. Adapting these ideas to meet Xiomeran capabilities and traditions, these moves would spark an industrial revolution in Xiomera beginning around 1870. Economic and currency reforms, modernization of the Xiomeran transportation and communications networks, and embracing the ideas of a market economy and free market capitalism would transform Xiomera within a few decades from a mostly agrarian backwater into an economic powerhouse. Xiomera's military would likewise be reformed during this period, adopting modern technology and structuring itself on foreign models to complete the initial reforms begun when Camaxtica created her "army of the people".

At the end of Camaxtica's reign, Xiomera was a thoroughly modern nation ready to face the world. Camaxtica is to this day revered as the greatest ruler in Xiomeran history. There is some debate among historians as to her legacy, though. Some historians believe Camaxtica’s reformer label is undeserved, and that Camaxtica only enacted her changes to Xiomeran society because she had no other choice but to empower the commoners of Xiomera and arm them to fight in her defense. Those historians believe that Camaxtica was more pragmatic than idealistic. Most Xiomeran historians, however, still consider her to have been a great reformer.

Camaxtica’s reign came to an end in 1892 with her death at age 73. No Xiomeran ruler has lived or reigned as long as she did, or accomplished as much during their tenure. Camaxtica is especially honored by Xiomeran women, as her reign definitively freed women from the stigma of being “less capable” than men and ensured full and equal rights for Xiomeran women.

===Lōpoch's Expansion===

In 1893, the first new ruler in Xiomera's history in 55 years, Lōpoch, took the Obsidian Throne following Camaxtica's death. Lōpoch had a lot to prove. He was a relatively young Emperor, taking the throne at age 36. He was also the first Emperor to follow the legendary (and lengthy) reign of Camaxtica, an extremely tough act to follow. Ascending to the Obsidian Throne from the leadership of the Imperial Army, Lōpoch was the first in what would become a fairly recurring tradition of military leaders becoming Emperors. Eager to establish himself as a strong Emperor, Lōpoch set his sights on the first expansion of the Xiomeran Empire since its inception, and its first military venture beyond the island of Huenya.

Manauia Island, to the south of Huenya, was a conquest that Xiomeran Emperors had often dreamed of, but failed to accomplish. The Emperor Quiauhticue launched an invasion of Manauia Island in 1389; the Emperor Achcauhyotl would try again, in 1820. Both invasions would fail as the inhabitants of Manauia Island, the Teyatia, fought fiercely and refused to bend the knee to overlords in distant Tlālacuetztla.

Lōpoch was determined that his conquest, unlike those of Quiauhticue and Achcauhyotl, would succeed. He had an advantage his predecessors did not: the modern army, equipped with rifles and field artillery, and the supporting warships of the modern navy built by Camaxtica during her long reign. In previous battles, the Xiomeran and Teyatia forces had been roughly equal in technology and tactics. During Lōpoch's Expansion, the situation was severely unequal, in favor of the Xiomerans. The Teyatia, still using weapons and tactics of an earlier age, stood no chance against the Imperial Army and Imperial Navy. Within six months, Manauia Island was firmly under Xiomeran rule. Neighboring Cenotillo Island was also annexed a year later.

===The 1 August Uprising===

On August 1st, 1977, protests began in the Xiomeran capital of Tlālacuetztla. The protests initially began due to resentment among poorer Xiomerans about the high cost of living. However, the protests quickly morphed into a larger movement demanding democratic reform in Xiomera. Seeing democracies flourishing in many nations around Xiomera, many Xiomerans had begun demanding increased political freedom and civil rights as well. These demands were not welcomed by the Xiomeran government, and were seen as a direct challenge to the relatively new reign of the then-Emperor Xōlotl.

The protests spread to multiple Xiomeran cities from August 3rd to 6th of 1977, and began to hinder Xiomeran commerce. Protesters began to occupy public spaces, block highways and public transport services, and also began to occupy Xiomeran factories. Faced with serious pressure to address the matter decisively, Emperor Xōlotl fired the Secretary of Security, Paltec, on August 7th, 1977 and ordered the Xiomeran military to end the protests by any means necessary. Beginning in Tlālacuetztla, the Xiomeran army unleashed its full force on the protesters. While Xiomeran media censorship and destruction of records related to the 1977 protests have kept a full accounting of the events from being performed, it is widely believed that thousands of Xiomerans were either killed or imprisoned in order to put down the protests. The brutal backlash by Xōlotl's government to the protests left such a scar on Xiomeran society that no further serious agitation for democracy or protests were launched in Xiomera for over forty years.

===Assassination of Emperor Topilpopoca, and the ascension of Empress Yauhmi===

On September 8th, 2019, the longstanding Emperor of Xiomera, Topilpopoca, was returning from a trip to the Xiomeran possession of Manauia Island when he was shot in front of the Palace by a disgruntled former Cabinet member, Cētlalhui. Cētlalhui had been fired by the Emperor for incompetence, and sought revenge through the assassination attempt. Topilpopoca would die from his injuries on October 3rd, 2019. On November 3rd, 2019, the wife of Topilpopoca, Empress [[Yauhmi]], was chosen to succeed him in the unique Xiomeran process known as the Great Selection. During her bid for the throne, Yauhmi promised many of her backers that she would rule in the same moderately conservative fashion that her husband had. But upon actually taking power, Yauhmi launched a series of reforms meant to bring greater civil rights, political rights and economic freedom to Xiomera. The reforms left many of her former conservative supporters feeling betrayed, and that she had gained the Obsidian Throne under false pretenses. Worse, many of them began to see Yauhmi's reign as a direct assault on the Xiomeran philosophy known as Xiomeran Meritocracy.

===The Second Xiomeran Civil War===

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Dissatisfied with her reforms, a group of conservative political, business and military leaders planned in secret to overthrow Empress Yauhmi. On April 10th, 2020, at the opening session of a Huenyan Assembly meant to bring greater political openness to Xiomera, the Xiomeran military deposed Empress Yauhmi and placed her in prison, along with the other members of the Huenyan Assembly. A Provisional Imperial Government was formed by the Xiomeran General Staff, staging a complete takeover of the country. Martial law was declared throughout the country, and harsh measures taken to ensure no opposition. Domestic opposition groups were banned, and their members arrested. As a result of the coup, multiple countries, including [[Laeral]], [[Legionas]], [[Eiria]] and [[Kerlile]], terminated diplomatic relations with Xiomera and refused to acknowledge the new government. The Xiomeran government retaliated by also terminating diplomatic relations with all four nations, and placing them in a restrictive trade status just short of an outright trade ban.

A government in exile was formed in Laeral, led by Crown Prince [[Texōccoatl]], Yauhmi's son and next in line for the Obsidian Throne. The military junta in Xiomera responded by staging a Great Selection widely regarded as fraudulent, crowning [[Xochiuhue]], son of Emperor Xōlotl, as the Emperor of Xiomera.

The reign of Xochiuhue would prove to be a short and disastrous one, leading to multiple revolts, protests and violence around the nation. In the wake of the unrest, Xochiuhue would be overthrown by his Security Secretary, [[Calhualyana]].

After a major uprising led by Xiomeran supporters of Empress Yauhmi and members of the Itotemoc, Tepiltzin and Necatli ethnic groups in western Huenya, the conflict morphed into a civil war which quickly ground into a stalemate. A final resolution to the conflict, which led to the partition of Xiomera, was negotiated in talks in Jinyu, Laeral. The conflict resulted in the creation of the nation of [[Huenya]] in lands ceded by the Empire, as well as the independence of Manauia Island and the Netlcōatl Islands. The partition also resulted in the loss of the Intra-Xiomera Canal.

==Geography and climate==

Xiomera occupies the eastern half of the island of Huenya in the South Xiomeran Sea. The country covers a mostly humid subtropical region. Rainfall is most prevalent from June to September. Xiomera has four distinct seasons; spring, summer, autumn and winter. Spring usually lasts from late March to early May, summer from mid-May to early September, autumn from mid-September to early November, and winter from mid-November to mid-March.

Xiomera has three national parks: the Atzaloyan - Montelin Imperial Park north of Tlālacuetztla, the Lake Ehehuani Nature Preserve, and the National Oceanic Preserve based in Saclamantón.

The Xiomeran government, as well as its business sector, have received considerable criticism from around the IDU for their marked disregard for the environment.

==Demographics==

===Population===

Xiomera had an estimated population of 83,166,711 as of 2021. The country is noted for its extremely high population density. Most Xiomerans live in urban areas, as the rapid industrialization of the country fueled migration from rural areas. 81.4% of the total population lived in urban areas as of July 2020.

The capital city, Tlālacuetztla, is the country's largest city and chief industrial center, with a population of 13,929,280 in Tlālacuetztla Municipality and 37,468,000 in the greater metropolitan area. The capital is closely tied to the nearby port of Huitzitaca, Xiomera's largest port. Major Xiomeran cities, Tlālacuetztla in particular, suffer from significant issues related to migration and overcrowding, such as strained infrastructure, housing costs and homelessness. By contrast, the rural areas of Xiomera have major issues stemming from their lack of population. Various Xiomeran governments have tried to reverse the trend of urban migration, and renew the flow of population to other areas, with only limited success.

The ethnic Xiomeran group has long held dominance over the economic, social and political life of the country, as the "founders" of the Empire. While the country has been mostly stable for the most part, the second-class status that the Tepiltzin, Itotemoc and Necatli ethnic groups have been subjected to throughout the country's history was the source of continued tension. This tension was one of the secondary causes of the Second Xiomeran Civil War.

Xiomera, in a paradox for a developed nation, has a relatively high fertility rate of 3.903 as of July 2020. The country also has a relatively young population, with the median age of 24.5 years for males and 26 years for females as of July 2020. The Xiomeran cultural preference for larger families, coupled with a longstanding government push to boost the population in order to continue to fuel the consumption-based national economy, are believed to be the reasons for this trend.

===Education===

Education in Xiomera is a mix of traditional Xiomeran schooling with educational ideas and institutions imported from other countries. All Xiomeran schools are public schools; private schools are not allowed in Xiomera. This stems from traditional Xiomeran tendencies to want oversight over the educational system by the rulers (and later, by the Xiomeran government). Xiomeran schools typically have two branches before one gets to institutions of higher education: the ''calmecac'' or the ''telpochcalli''.

The ''calmecac'' began in ancient Xiomeran history as schools for the sons of nobles. In these schools, they learned literacy, history, religious rituals, calendrics, geometry, songs and the military arts. They also studied astronomy, theology and statesmanship. This would prepare the nobles' sons for their future roles as leaders, priests or healers. They would also serve as the place of learning for future scholars and artists.

The counterpart to the ''calmecac'', the ''telpochcalli'', taught commoner boys history and religion, agricultural skills and a craft or trade, preparing them for their future lives as workers. After graduation, they would be sent back to their families to begin their working life. Certain ''telpochcalli'' specialized in military roles, teaching fighting skills and techniques to particularly athletic or martially-capable boys, before routing them to the army for further training and eventual lives as soldiers.

As Xiomera entered the modern era, the ''calmecac'' and ''telpochcalli'' evolved into more general-purpose educational institutions. The ''calmecac'' became elite schools for highly talented Xiomeran youth in both academic and athletic fields, the equivalent of "gifted and talented" institutions or magnet schools in other countries. They also stopped being exclusive to the sons of the nobility, becoming open both to commoners and to girls as well.

The ''telpochcalli'', for their part, became "standard" public schools for Xiomeran youth of all genders and abilities, teaching a more broad and advanced level of education than in ancient times. In recent years, the line between the calmecac and the telpochcalli has begun to blur with the adoption of curriculum such as STEM education in both institutions.

One important holdover from ancient Xiomeran educational tradition are the special schools reserved especially for children whose attributes make them prime candidates to join the ranks of the Shorn Ones, the elite Xiomeran warriors who serve the royal family. A special kind of ''calmecac'' still exists for these young people in the city of Chuaztlapoc, completely separate from the rest of the Xiomeran educational system and run by the Shorn Ones themselves.

Much like the lower levels of education in Xiomera, higher education in Xiomera likewise has two tracks, with two unique types of institutions for each.

The Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities are a system of elite colleges and universities throughout Xiomera, usually located in major cities. As their name indicates, these schools started out as institutes of technology, vocational colleges, engineering schools or schools meant to offer "practical" training. These were the first Western-style colleges in Xiomera, and were launched by the Empress Camaxtica in 1855 as part of her efforts to modernize Xiomera by bringing in Western-style learning. As Xiomera was focused on modernizing its industry and technology during that period, the Polytechnics initially focused solely on those fields.

As time went on, it became clear that Xiomera needed a more diverse set of offerings for its institutions of higher education. Towards the end of her reign, in 1889, Camaxtica launched the other tier of Xiomeran universities, the Imperial University System of Xiomera. The Xiomeran higher educational system was reorganized much along the lines of the the ''calmecac'' and the ''telpochcalli''. The Polytechnic Universities became the upper tier of the Xiomeran higher education system, and the Imperial University System a more "accessible" level of education for those who could not gain admittance to the Polytechnics.

Today, the sixteen Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities serve as the pinnacle of Xiomeran education, with an acceptance rate between 4% to 9% of applicants, depending on the institution. The Polytechnics, unlike the Imperial University System, charge for admission, and the cost per school year is not cheap - averaging between 63,000 and 75,000 quetzals per year, again depending on the institution. The Polytechnics, despite their misleading name, no longer focus solely on churning out engineers or training workers. They instead provide an exceptionally broad and high-quality education across all fields, and are often seen as the ticket to admission to the higher echelons of Xiomeran political, social and business life. There has been some discussion by leaders of these institutions about dropping the "polytechnic" title, but tradition, history and affection for the name from alumni have prevented that thus far.

By contrast, the 313 Imperial University System institutions are open admission, and do not charge students to attend. While their lower status has led to some disdain for degrees from IUS institutions among the elite, the far greater accessibility to a college education through the IUS institutions has been a major driving force behind the high levels of literacy (97.9% literacy rate), college completion (55.5% graduation rate), and overall education and learning among the Xiomeran populace as a whole. IUS institutions offer both 2 and 4 year degrees, and thus serve both as a form of community college and full-fledged university for most Xiomerans.

==Religion==

Xiomera tends to be a secular nation, with 67.2% of the population identifying as non-religious. Of those Xiomerans that do follow a specific faith, the breakdown is as follows: 23.9% indigenous Huenyan religion; 3.2% Christianity; 1.5% Islam; 1.4% Buddhism; 1.1% Hinduism; 1.0% Judaism; 0.6% Other. While most Xiomerans no longer follow a religious path, the indigenous Huenyan religion still serves as a source of legitimacy and authority within Xiomeran society. The indigenous Huenyan religion also still serves as a source of cultural identity and pride within Xiomeran society, with even many "non-religious" Xiomerans still believing at least some aspects of it.

The Huenyan indigenous faith is a polytheistic religion based around a pantheon of major and minor deities. The most significant deities are Tlaloc (rain god, deity of water); Quetzalcoatl (god of wind, the link between the earth and the sky), Tezcatlipoca (deity of cosmic struggle) and Huītzilōpōchtli (deity of the sun, and god of war). Huītzilōpōchtli serves as the preeminent deity in the Huenyan religion and is also linked to the Xiomeran ruling lineage. Any Xiomeran Emperor or Empress must be seen as having the "mandate of Huītzilōpōchtli" in order to rule.

==Government and legal system==

Xiomera's government describes the country as a "meritocratic technocratic monarchy". The Xiomeran system of government, like the name it has given itself, is both confusing to outsiders and not always what it seems.

Xiomeran political offices are all held by individuals chosen by councils of legal, political, scientific, cultural, economic and educational experts. These councils are known as ''ihuicatl''. The ''ihuicatl'' are the backbone of the Xiomeran system. Every municipality, region and tribal domain has an ''ihuicatl'' that is responsible for appointing that political unit's principal leader (''tlatoani'') every six years. There was also a national ''ihuicatl'' that is responsible for choosing an Emperor or Empress to rule the country, in a process known as the Great Selection. While most positions in Xiomera are still filled by this traditional system, in 2020 Emperor Xochiuhue announced that no further Great Selections would be held, essentially cementing his status as an Emperor for life. The hereditary monarchy was further confirmed in a nationwide election held in January 2021 which approved Empress Calhualyana as hereditary monarch.

The members of the ''ihuicatl'' are themselves chosen every six years in a collective "vote" by members of their fields. This is the closest thing to an "election" in Xiomera. 500 people typically sit on an ''ihuicatl'' responsible for major appointments; smaller units of population such as regions and municipalities will have smaller ''ihuicatls''.

The ''tlatoani'' is the highest leader in a political unit of Xiomera. The term is most commonly used to describe the leader of an ''āltepētl'' (the equivalent of provinces or states in other countries). Each of the four original tribes of Huenya has its own ''altepetl'', and thus its own ''tlatoani''. The ''tlatoani'' over an ''āltepētl'' typically holds powers roughly equivalent to a governor of a state or province in other countries.

The ''cihuacoatl'' is the second in command to the tlatoani of a Xiomeran political unit. They serve as a supreme judge and administrator, and also handle the financial affairs of their political unit.

The Xiomeran judicial system consists of multiple courts with differing levels of jurisdiction. Trial courts (''teccalli'') hear civil and criminal cases. Appellate courts (''tlaxitlán'') review appeals from the ''teccalli''. The ''cihuacoatl'', as chief justice, reviews appeals from the ''tlaxitlán''. The ''cihuacoatl'' determines the verdict and his decision can only be appealed to the ''huey tlatoani'' and ''cihuacoatl'' of all Xiomera. The two serve as a final "supreme court" of appeal and are not obligated to hear any appeal from lower courts. If they do accept an appeal, their ruling is final. This "supreme court" also has absolute right to intervene at any time with a final verdict on any cases or appeals that they deem "vital to the Imperial interest."

The Xiomeran Court System maintains its own constabulary that works with local and national police to serve summons and make arrests for noncompliance with those summons.

While judges are appointed, they must also complete an apprenticeship program that involves observing court proceedings and taking tests to measure their knowledge of Xiomeran law. Judges are retained or removed from office on the same six-year cycle as all other Xiomeran officials.

The Xiomeran judiciary is policed by a special branch of the national civil service to ensure honesty, ethical practice and impartiality. Xiomeran judges who breach legal or ethical lines are removed from office, and can also face fines, imprisonment, or even execution for severe breaches of the law.

In most other respects, the Xiomeran legal system is similar to other countries. Double jeopardy is not allowed, trials are required to occur in a timely fashion, and the accused have the right to have attorneys assist them. All cases are tried publicly, and under oath. The main difference from other countries is that trial by jury does not exist in Xiomera.

==Military==

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Armed Forces'' are the defense force of Xiomera. The Armed Forces fall under the command of the Ministry of Defense, which in turn falls under the command of the Empress and the Imperial Parliament. Civilian control of the military is maintained via this chain of command. Xiomera maintains a large and well-funded military (3.7% of GDP in 2019).

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Army'' composes the ground forces of the Xiomeran military, with the exception of special forces. Total troop strength is 505,000. The Imperial Army also maintains 2800 main battle tanks, 2900 armored fighting vehicles, 6000 artillery pieces, 250 rocket launchers, 80 guided missile systems, and 810 helicopters of various types.

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Navy'' is the naval defense branch of the Xiomeran military, and is also responsible for maintaining shore defenses such as artillery, anti-air and anti-ship missiles, and shoreline defensive installations. The Xiomeran Navy has a total personnel strength of 90,000 personnel. The Navy maintains a 310-ship fleet and also operates 190 mobile ASBMs and various shore defenses, as well as a naval aviation force of 875 aircraft across all types.

The ''Xiomeran Imperial Air Force'' is the aerial defense branch of the Xiomeran military, and is also responsible for the Imperial Strategic Rocket Corps and Imperial space-based operations. The Xiomeran Air Force has a total personnel strength of 77,324. It had a total inventory of 906 aircraft of all types in service as of September 2020, and also operates a fleet of drones.

The ''Xiomeran Special Forces'' consist of two groups. The Warriors of Tezcatlipōca are the first branch of the Imperial Special Forces. Named for the Huenyan "invisible god" representing "the silent night winds, and thunderous war", this branch of the Special Forces takes after their namesake Tezcatlipōca by utilizing stealth and secrecy to deliver unexpected and shattering blows to the enemies of the Empire. The total troop complement of this branch is 18,000 troops.

The Warriors of Huītzilōpōchtli are the second branch of the Imperial Special Forces. They take their name from the patron god of the Xiomerans, the god of the sun and of war. Unlike their counterparts in the Warriors of Tezcatlipōca, the Warriors of Huītzilōpōchtli are always clearly out in the open, first into battle when the Empire goes to war. Never hiding or shrinking from a fight, they are the embodiment of Xiomeran martial spirit and power. The total troop complement of this branch is 18,000 troops.

Xiomera has been rumored to have a nuclear weapons capability since 1987, and many experts have noted that its arsenal of ballistic missiles would be capable of carrying a nuclear warhead as well as the conventional warheads that are already known to exist. The Xiomeran Government has never formally confirmed a nuclear capacity, but has also never formally denied it, either. Rumors also continue to exist that Xiomera may possess other WMDs as a last-ditch defensive measure.

The Xiomeran military utilizes solely domestic-produced weapons systems, mainly produced by the Coatōn Corporation and Coltec Corporation.

==Economy==

Xiomera is a developed country with a high-income economy and is one of the most industrialized economies in the IDU. Xiomera is especially respected for the quality of its manufactured goods and electronics. The Xiomeran economy is geared both around domestic consumption and export to other nations. Since its mass adoption of modern manufacturing and industralization in the 1850s, Xiomera has seen itself as the "nation that makes things" and the "store to the world". The modernization of the Empire, which began during that period, has leveraged massive investments in education to transform the country from a backwater state to an economic powerhouse in a remarkably short period. The Xiomeran economy, by its very nature, is highly dependent on international trade.

Xiomera's industrial sector has a very large capacity and is one of the most technologically advanced in the IDU. The Xiomeran industrial sector makes up approximately 27.5% of the nation's GDP. Extensive robotics and automation provide an additional boost to Xiomeran manufacturing capabilities. Xiomera is also a leading nation in scientific research, through its two university systems and the private sector, as well as government research firms. In total, approximately 700,000 researchers share a 130 billion quetzal research and development budget

The Xiomeran economy is dominated by massive industrial conglomerates known as ''necuiltonolli''. These huge corporations often have highly complex, interlocking business relationships which make it extremely hard to ever break them up or regulate them. Xiomeran governments, for the most part, engage in little to no oversight of the business community, believing in a mantra of "totally free trade". The Second Xiomeran Civil War was sparked, in part, by the efforts of the Empress Yauhmi to begin more closely regulating, and taxing, the Xiomeran business community. More recently, the souring trade relations between Xiomera and other nations in the aftermath of Emperor Xochiuhue's rise to power have begun to alarm some Xiomeran businesspeople.

Xiomeran capitalism has sometimes been described as "predatory" and even "rapacious", particularly by critics from less capitalist countries and from opposition groups within Xiomera itself. The motto "competition is everything, everything is competition", coined by the Emperor Achcauhyotl, has since been widely adopted as the mantra of the Xiomeran business community.

==Infrastructure==

Xiomera has a highly developed and advanced transport network. The country maintains an extensive network of high speed railways, highways, air routes, bus routes and ferry services. The country maintains 755,000 miles of roadway, including 34,000 miles of national highways and 5,000 miles of special "high-speed" highways with no speed limits.

The national transit service, Zaca, provides frequent rail service to all major Xiomeran cities, as well as most regional centers. Bus lines connect smaller cities and rural areas to the rail network. The Zaca rail system includes 1,485 miles of high-speed railways connecting major cities.

The nation's largest airport, Ocatzcal International Airport in Tlālacuetztla, served 87,098,683 passengers in 2018. There are also airports in most large to medium-sized Xiomeran cities, as well as heliports. There are 175 airports in the country.

Despite its environmentally unfriendly reputation, Xiomera is a major producer of nuclear power. 31% of the nation's electricity is derived from nuclear power. Much of the remaining capacity is generated by natural gas and coal, although the country has begun exploring the expansion of wind, solar and hydropower sources.

Xiomera has an extensive and well-developed high-speed Internet infrastructure, with public wi-fi networks deployed in most major Xiomeran cities. Much of the country's economy and culture is centered around online technology. While online access is widespread in Xiomera, the frequent monitoring of online communications and censorship practiced by the government is often seen as a hindrance.

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'''Xochiuhue''' was the Emperor of Xiomera from May to October of 2020. He took office following a coup against the sitting Empress, [[Yauhmi]]. After a reign that went down in history as one of the most disastrous (and shortest) Xiomeran reigns ever, he was himself deposed by his own Security Secretary, [[Calhualyana]].

==Early Life and Education==

Xochiuhue was born on 7 December 1961 in Montelin, Xiomera. He is the son of the former Xiomeran Emperor Xolōtl and Tecahitli, one of the family members of the Texculhe family, the family that founded the massive Lohuā Licā Companies conglomerate.

As the son of an Emperor, Xochiuhue was raised at the Palace of Flowers, and attended the elite ''calmecac'' Montelin. He was not regarded as a good student, however, as he did not feel that his teachers had the right to tell him what to do. Having fared poorly in his studies, he was not able to gain admittance to one of the elite Xiomeran Polytechnic Universities, even being the Emperor's son. He attended the Huitzitaca Imperial University, graduating in May 1985 with a master's degree in political science.

==Political Career==

===Early Career===

After graduating, Xochiuhue joined the Agency for Security and Intelligence ([[ASI (Xiomera)|ASI]]) as an analyst. He worked for ASI from 1985 to 1990, mainly focusing on domestic intelligence and counter-insurgency assignments. Much like his educational career, Xochiuhue's tenure in ASI was marked by difficulties. Many of his ASI "superiors" found him impossible to guide or command, being the Emperor's son and being well-aware of that fact. Finally, in desperation, his ASI superiors convinced Xochiuhue that he would have a much better career by joining Xiomeran Military Intelligence.

Xochiuhue joined XMI in 1990, and was given the nominal rank of a lieutenant in the Imperial Army. Serving as a political officer, and later as a counter-intelligence chief analyst and investigator, Xochiuhue completed twenty years with XMI before retiring in 2010.

Xochiuhue stood for Emperor during the Great Selection of 2001, after his father's death, but was defeated by [[Topilpopoca]].

===Private sector tenure===

After retiring from XMI in 2010, Xochiuhue started his own private military and intelligence consulting firm, Ahualtec Universal Enterprises. Ahualtec grew to become a sizeable firm, attracting many former ASI and XMI agents, as well as former Xiomeran soldiers. Combined with the wealth from his family connections to the Lohuā Licā Companies, and also from being part of a former Imperial family, the growth of Ahualtec would make Xochiuhue a very wealthy man. Xochiuhue would become part of the circle of extremely wealthy corporate, business, social and political elites that ran Xiomera behind the scenes.

===The plot against Empress Yauhmi===

As the discontent with the reign of Empress Yauhmi grew in early 2020, a group of Xiomeran military and business leaders approached Xochiuhue as part of a plot to overthrow the Empress. The head of the Xiomeran General Staff, General [[Xōchhuitl]], agreed to lead a military coup to overthrow Yauhmi and install Xochiuhue as Emperor. Xochiuhue readily agreed to the plan, seeing the Obsidian Throne as his birthright.

===Xochiuhue and the Second Xiomeran Civil War===

On 10 April 2020, as the Empress was opening the first session of a new Huenyan Assembly designed to give the other ethnic groups in Xiomera more political power and to open the Xiomeran political process, a military coup was launched by the Xiomeran General Staff and the Security Secretariat. Yauhmi was detained by the military, and removed from power. The military declared a Provisional Government that charged Yauhmi with treason, conspiracy, corruption and anti-Xiomeran activities. Her whereabouts remained unknown, but the Provisional Government later claimed that the Empress had abdicated her throne.

On 16 May 2020, the military staged a new Great Selection, and chose Xochiuhue as the new Emperor. Xochiuhue immediately embarked on a campaign to silence any opposition to his takeover, both domestically and internationally. A series of decrees reversed all of the reforms that Yauhmi had instituted, and imposed autocratic rule on the country once more. As those loyal to Yauhmi resisted the takeover, the new Emperor would impose increasingly harsh measures to silence dissent. Mass arrests, an outright ban on protests, censorship of the media, and the creation of camps to imprison dissenters would spark increasing anger among Xiomeran citizens, leading to the Second Xiomeran Civil War.

After Xiomeran forces loyal to Yauhmi and their allies invaded Xiomera in October 2020, and in the wake of losing the western half of the Empire due to his mismanagement of the conflict and his brutality, Xochiuhue was deposed in a palace coup led by Security Secretary [[Calhualyana]], General Zinahue of the Imperial Army, and Brigadier General Sadak of the Iskirami Grand Expeditionary Brigade, allies of the Imperial government.

After a brief trial, the former Emperor was found guilty by the Xiomeran government of multiple charges and executed in December of 2020.

==Family Life==

Xochiuhue was married to Capantzina, the daughter of one of the founders of the Mizhua Corporation. The two married on 13 July 1983, and had two children, Teoctli and Tlacatli. Teoctli went missing during the Second Xiomeran Civil War and is presumed dead. Xochiuhue's remaining family went into exile in Serriel, and still maintain that they are the legitimate rulers of Xiomera.

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Texōccoatl

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'''Texōccoatl''' is the ''Huēyi tlahtoāni'' (Great Speaker) of [[Huenya]]. He was previously the Crown Prince of [[Xiomera]], prior to his mother [[Yauhmi]] being overthrown in a coup in April 2020.

==Early Life and Education==

Texōccoatl was born on 3 March 1976 in Tlālacuetztla, Xiomera. He is the son of the former Xiomeran Emperor Topilpopoca and Yauhmi, who succeeded Topilpopoca to become Empress. Texōccoatl attended the Special Calmecac Montelin #1 before graduating and enrolling in the Imperial Military Academy in Tlālacuetztla in September 1994. In later media interviews, Texōccoatl acknowledged that his father, who had been a Xiomeran soldier and eventually the top-ranking Army general in Xiomera, was a major influence on his decision to pursue a military career.

==Political Career==

===Early Career===

After graduating from the Imperial Military Academy, Texōccoatl was commissioned as a second lieutenant in the Xiomeran Imperial Army in 1998. After completing a year of Basic Officer's Training, Texōccoatl was placed in command of an Imperial Army platoon. During his military career, Texōccoatl would steadily rise through the ranks. His highest rank was Colonel, in command of a brigade of 5,500 soldiers tasked with the defense of the Imperial capital. Throughout his military career, Texōccoatl had a reputation as a tactically sound commander who also had a deep concern for the soldiers under his command. Despite being the son of the then-Emperor, Texōccoatl reportedly never used his family to pull strings on his behalf during his Army career, unlike many children of elite Xiomerans.

===Post-Army career===

On 2 December 2019, Texōccoatl resigned his Army commission at the request of his mother, Empress Yauhmi. The Empress then appointed Texōccoatl as Xiomeran Ambassador-At-Large to the International Democratic Union. The official government explanation for the new role for Texōccoatl was that the Empire needed someone in such a role to serve as a roving ambassador for Xiomeran interests, and that Texōccoatl's intelligence and natural charm made him ideal for such a role. While Texōccoatl's new role did serve such a purpose, it was widely seen throughout Xiomera and abroad as a way for the Empress to prepare Texōccoatl for future roles, possibly even succeeding her as Empress. Official Xiomeran communications began referring to Texōccoatl as the "Crown Prince of Xiomera" at that point, a title not previously given to the children of ruling Emperors or Empresses. The possible creation of a hereditary monarchy in Xiomera, with Texōccoatl as Yauhmi's successor, was one of the reasons cited by the military junta for their overthrow of Empress Yauhmi in April 2020.

During his brief diplomatic career, Texōccoatl represented Xiomera at the Maivers Conference, and also met with various officials in [[Laeral]] to discuss expanding ties with that nation.

===During the Second Xiomeran Civil War===

The junta that overthrew Empress Yauhmi in April 2020 chose to launch their coup during a period when Texōccoatl was out of the country, to weaken Yauhmi's support and isolate the Crown Prince. Texōccoatl would become the leader by default of the Xiomeran resistance to the coup. Forming a government in exile based in Laeralsford, Texōccoatl would organize a coalition of Xiomeran dissidents, activists from [[Lauchenoiria]] and [[Milintica]], and others to fight against the coup. Texōccoatl achieved a significant gain of support on 27 April 2020, when the 1st Fleet of the Xiomeran Imperial Navy, along with its detachment of Jaguar and Eagle Warriors, defected to the government in exile.

As resistance to the coup strengthened within Xiomera itself, Texōccoatl organized an effort to use hackers to try to defeat the ''Project Tilmahcoatl'' censorship and surveillance program which was keeping Xiomeran citizens from receiving true news about the coup and the actions of Emperor Xochiuhue. This effort also received substantial assistance from [[Eiria]] and [[Legionas]].

On 14 July 2020, a "death squad" assassin team from the Agency for Security and Intelligence infiltrated the government in exile's compound in [[Laeral]]. While the attack failed to assassinate Texōccoatl as intended, Secretary of State Nōlinyauh, a mentor to Texōccoatl, was killed. In the first formal military clash between the two Xiomeran governments, the Crown Prince ordered the 1st Fleet to carry out a retaliatory airstrike on Emperor [[Xochiuhue]]'s motorcade near the city of Xochiatipan on 28 July 2020. While the retaliatory strike failed to eliminate Xochiuhue, it did succeed in eliminating General Xōchhuitl, commander of the Imperial Army and one of the principal architects of the coup against Empress Yauhmi. The airstrike is considered to be the official beginning of the Second Xiomeran Civil War, as it marked the formal commencement of military hostilities between Texōccoatl's government and Xochiuhue's.

Texōccoatl would lead the invasion at Zapotlán which would prove to be a major turning point in the war. The invasion would eventually lead to the partition of Huenya and the creation of the Huenyan Federation.

===Cihuacōātl of Huenya===

After the end of the war, Texōccoatl would be named as Cihuacōātl, a historic title given to the next in succession to the throne. Texōccoatl assumed an increasingly larger role in representing the royal family. Texōccoatl also served in both diplomatic and administrative roles within the government.

===As ''Huēyi tlahtoāni''===

After his mother was forced to abdicate in May 2021, Texōccoatl became the Great Speaker of Huenya. He immediately began taking decisive action to secure Huenya's future. He would strongly promote closer relations between the nations of Caxcana, which would eventually lead to the formation of the Caxcanan Union. Under Texōccoatl, Huenya would also ally with [[Lauchenoiria]], [[Eiria]] and [[Milintica]] to counter the coup in Cape Auria.

On the domestic front, he would counter Xiomeran nationalist terrorism by strengthening the powers of the CNR, Huenya's truth and reconciliation commission. He would give the CNR the power to arrest and prosecute suspected terrorists under emergency national security decrees. While some political experts and analysts worried that this measure was contrary to normal democratic and judicial practices, others believed that Huenya had no choice given its deteriorating security situation.

==Family Life==

Texōccoatl is married to Tlalmaxxi, a former analyst for the [[ASI (Xiomera)|Agency for Security and Intelligence]]. The two married on 4 April 2010 and have one child, Tonauac.

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Yauhmi

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'''Yauhmi''' is the ''nantzintli'' (honored mother) of the Huenyan Federation. She was previously the Empress of Xiomera, prior to a coup in April 2020.

==Early Life and Education==

Yauhmi was born on July 11, 1948 in Chēcuauh, Xiomera. She is the daughter of Timatzin, an Admiral in the Xiomeran Imperial Navy, and Malintzina, a medical doctor who held several high-profile positions in public health for the Xiomeran Empire.

Yauhmi grew up in Chēcuauh, an affluent suburb of the port city of Huitzitaca. She spent most of her childhood on the vast grounds of the Hichuaco Imperial Admiralty Complex, the headquarters complex and academy of the Imperial Navy. She attended the ''calmecac'' Hichuaco before attending the premier Tlālacuetztla Polytechnic University. She graduated in May 1972 with a degree in law.

==Political Career==

===Early Career===

After graduating, Yauhmi took a position as a prosecutor for the Secretariat of Justice. She held that position until September of 1975, when she married the future Emperor Topilpopoca, who was at that time a serving officer on the General Staff of the Xiomeran Armed Forces.

===Empress during Topilpopoca's reign===

When Topilpopoca became Emperor in 2001, and throughout his eighteen-year reign, Yauhmi served in many different positions in support of her husband and his policies. She was also noteworthy for trying in many ways to soften the iron-fisted reign typical of Xiomeran Emperors. Her signature program was the Rural Development Initiatives, a series of programs meant to improve the infrastructure and living conditions of Xiomera's rural citizens. Before the Rural Development Initiatives, Xiomeran citizens living outside of the Empire's sprawling cities dealt with substandard living conditions, limited access to jobs and basic utilities such as electricity and water, limited and poor Internet access, and a lacking transportation infrastructure. Crime was also a serious issue in rural areas, due to limited police garrisons and poor response times in isolated regions. These issues were especially prevalent in the western half of the Empire. Schools, libraries, clinics and hospitals were also severely lacking in rural areas. From 2001 to 2010, Yauhmi spearheaded a massive effort to improve conditions in rural areas. By 2010, the rural areas of Xiomera had been brought up to the same standard for infrastructure and living conditions as the rest of the country. A wave of new hospitals, clinics, libraries and schools were also constructed. The Rural Development Initiatives caused Yauhmi to be seen as a maternal figure by rural Xiomerans, and someone rural citizens deeply admired.

===Empress after Topilpopoca's assassination===

On 8 September 2019, the Emperor Topilpopoca was shot by a disgruntled former Cabinet official, Cētlalhui, who the Emperor had dismissed in disgrace. Topilpopoca would die on 3 October 2019. Yauhmi decided to stand for her husband's position as the head of the Xiomeran government, in the electoral process known as the Great Selection. On 4 November 2019, Yauhmi was chosen to succeed her husband as supreme ruler of Xiomera.

===Yauhmi's reign and the Second Xiomeran Civil War===

In order to win the Obsidian Throne, Yauhmi had promised the Xiomeran military, business community, indigenous religious leaders and conservatives that she would rule much as her husband had. Previous Xiomeran rulers, including Topilpopoca, had governed Xiomera in close cooperation with the wealthy, Xiomeran corporations, and conservative political and social figures as a highly conservative, hyper-capitalist state.

Upon taking office, however, Yauhmi immediately began making decisions that would prove highly controversial to the people who had helped her take power. She instituted media reforms, ending the censorship and government review of Xiomeran journalists and media. She also ended the government program of communications monitoring and censorship known as "Happy Society" to the public and ''Project Tilmahcoatl'' to the government. Yauhmi also vastly scaled back the controversial Manauia Island Project, in a shock decision. The scaling-back of the project pleased environmentalists alarmed by Xiomeran disregard for the planet and climate change, but angered some Xiomeran officials and the business community.

Yauhmi would follow this by instituting a series of new taxes on the wealthy, and on the Xiomeran corporate and business community, to fund further planned reforms, including the institution of a social welfare program. Xiomera had previously had no social safety net whatsoever, as the general attitude among Xiomeran elites was that if people were poor or struggling, it was due solely to their own failure or lack of work ethic. The longstanding philosophy of [[Xiomeran Meritocracy]] was also a critical issue between Yauhmi and the Xiomeran elites. Xiomeran Meritocracy was seen as a fundamental foundational belief of the society, and one that Yauhmi was challenging.

On 10 April 2020, as the Empress was opening the first session of a new Huenyan Assembly designed to give the other ethnic groups in Xiomera more political power and to open the Xiomeran political process, a military coup was launched by the Xiomeran General Staff and the Security Secretariat. Yauhmi was detained by the military, and removed from power. The military declared a Provisional Government that charged Yauhmi with treason, conspiracy, corruption and anti-Xiomeran activities. Her whereabouts remained unknown, but the Provisional Government later claimed that the Empress had abdicated her throne. On 16 May 2020, the military staged a new Great Selection, and chose [[Xochiuhue]], the son of former Emperor Xolōtl, as the new Emperor.

On 1 August 2020, Empress Yauhmi re-emerged from hiding at the city of Chuaztlapoc, having been freed from ASI custody by loyalist Xiomeran soldiers. In a speech widely disseminated throughout Xiomera and the rest of the IDU, the Empress denied having abdicated the Obsidian Throne, declared that she was still in charge of Xiomera, and declared further that any mandates from Xochiuhue and his government were null and void. The declaration, and Xochiuhue's response, would lead to the siege of Chuaztlapoc. The unexpected victory by Yauhmi's forces at Chuaztlapoc would prove to be a major turning point in the war.

===Cihuātlahtoāni of Huenya===

After the war, Yauhmi became the Cihuātlahtoāni (Great Speaker) of Huenya. She was accepted as the monarch of the new Huenyan state as a means to reassure ethnic Xiomerans that they would have representation in the new government. She was also chosen to help maintain continuity, as she was widely recognized by the international community as a leader and retained considerable popularity in the international community.

During her reign as Cihuātlahtoāni, Yauhmi focused on building the new Huenyan state and engaging with the international community. However, a series of unilateral actions would bring about a premature end to her reign. A disastrous raid on the Cauhloc, the headquarters of the Xiomeran intelligence service, that Yauhmi sponsored in secret would ultimately lead to a demand that she step down from the other Huenyan leaders. On May 27th, 2021, Yauhmi formally abdicated her role as Great Speaker, handing the position off to her son, [[Texōccoatl]].

===As ''nantzintli''===

In her new role as a sort of queen mother, Yauhmi continues to serve in an informal role as a representative of Huenya to the international community. Her continuing popularity among international leaders is seen as an asset to Huenya, and she often acts as a liaison between the government and other IDU leaders.

In her semi-retirement, Yauhmi moved out of Xochuaxte Palace and founded her own estate at Xomaxtli Hill, a former noble estate outside Chuzatlapoc. Despite her promise to keep a low profile, Yauhmi maintains Xomaxtli Hill as a refuge and operations center for those seeking to help people flee Xiomera. Multiple former Kerlian Auroras also reside at the site, as another form of refuge that Yauhmi continues to offer.

===Legacy as a leader===

While most Huenyans, and the international community, have continued to accept Yauhmi as a leader, there have been questions raised concerning her legacy. Her previous role as Empress of Xiomera, leading a totalitarian regime which practiced many of the repressive acts she now denounces, has left her open to accusations of hypocrisy. Some Huenyans and others in the international community have expressed beliefs that Yauhmi herself should face trial for acts committed during her time as Empress. Her defenders acknowledge the complicated history of her leadership, but state that Yauhmi has changed and committed herself to making up for her previous acts in the remaining years of her life. The torture she was subjected to while being detained by Xiomeran authorities during the civil war is cited as a turning point in her beliefs and actions.

==Family Life==

Yauhmi gave birth to her only child, [[Texōccoatl]], on 3rd March 1976.

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Acalan Manifesto

2021-12-25T06:14:29Z

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The '''Acalan Manifesto''' was a list of seven demands made to the interim government of [[Huenya]] by a coalition of political, religious, tribal and social leaders. It was a pivotal document in the shaping of what would become the Huenyan Federation.

==Background==
In the immediate aftermath of Huenya gaining its independence from [[Xiomera]] following the Second Xiomeran Civil War, the interim government of Huenya was preparing to form along lines that were very similar to the Xiomeran state. The initial drafts of the interim government intended to form a "United Empire of Huenya", with [[Yauhmi]] serving as Empress much as she had in Xiomera. The interim government announced that it intended to hold power for a period of no less than two years, to ensure that the newly forming Huenyan state would be "stable" enough to hold elections and transition to democracy.

==Backlash==
The announcement of this "slow transition" plan sparked immediate outrage among many of the people who had been fighting Xiomeran Imperial forces to liberate Huenya from their occupation. The intent to delay elections for two years, in particular, was an instant non-starter for many in Huenya. The formation of another Empire was also seen highly negatively.

==The Manifesto==
On January 23rd, 2021, an unbrella group calling itself the Coalition for Huenyan Democracy delivered a seven-page document to the interim government in Chuaztlapoc. The document was also widely published and distributed throughout Huenya.

The document, which had been written in the city of Acalan, came to be known as the Acalan Manifesto. Its preamble declared that the Huenyan people had been the ones to secure Huenya's independence, and that no government should be formed without their consent.

The Manifesto laid out the following seven demands:
* The formation of a federated state in which the historic territories of the three western tribes of Huenya (Necatli, Itotemoc and Tepiltzin) would be respected;
* Measures to ensure the equal representation of Necatli, Itotemoc, Tepiltzin, Xiomeran and other ethnic groups and nationalities in the country;
* The creation of a democratically elected branch of the legislature to share power equally with a branch for noble rulers;
* Implementation of multi-party, free and unhindered elections within one year;
* Measures to provide a check and balance on the power of the monarchy;
* Guarantees for equal time for all political parties and candidates on national media;
* Measures to ensure that no political party or movement would ever be banned or repressed by the government unless it promoted violence against the state or against specific groups of people, or engaged in actual violence against same, with guilt to be determined solely through a fair and just judicial process

The Manifesto quickly gained popularity within the Huenyan public, placing considerable pressure on the interim government to agree to its demands.

==Result==

Despite some opposition among prominent leaders of the interim government, the government eventually agreed to adopt the measures called for in the Acalan Manifesto. Elections were called for December 31st, 2021. The other measures were adopted as well. The Acalan Manifesto, and the pressure from the Huenyan populace to adopt its demands, thus helped ensure the formation of a democratic Huenyan state.

[[Category: Huenya]]
[[Category: Politics]]

Acalan Manifesto

2021-12-25T06:05:58Z

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The '''Acalan Manifesto''' was a list of x demands made to the interim government of [[Huenya]] by a coalition of political, religious, tribal and social leaders. It was a pivotal document in the shaping of what would become the Huenyan Federation.

==Background==
In the immediate aftermath of Huenya gaining its independence from [[Xiomera]] following the Second Xiomeran Civil War, the interim government of Huenya was preparing to form along lines that were very similar to the Xiomeran state. The initial drafts of the interim government intended to form a "United Empire of Huenya", with [[Yauhmi]] serving as Empress much as she had in Xiomera. The interim government announced that it intended to hold power for a period of no less than two years, to ensure that the newly forming Huenyan state would be "stable" enough to hold elections and transition to democracy.

==Backlash==
The announcement of this "slow transition" plan sparked immediate outrage among many of the people who had been fighting Xiomeran Imperial forces to liberate Huenya from their occupation. The intent to delay elections for two years, in particular, was an instant non-starter for many in Huenya. The formation of another Empire was also seen highly negatively.

==The Manifesto==
On January 23rd, 2021, an unbrella group calling itself the Coalition for Huenyan Democracy delivered a seven-page document to the interim government in Chuaztlapoc. The document was also widely published and distributed throughout Huenya.

The document, which had been written in the city of Acalan, came to be known as the Acalan Manifesto. Its preamble declared that the Huenyan people had been the ones to secure Huenya's independence, and that no government should be formed without their consent.

The Manifesto laid out the following seven demands:
* The formation of a federated state in which the historic territories of the three western tribes of Huenya (Necatli, Itotemoc and Tepiltzin) would be respected;
* Measures to ensure the equal representation of Necatli, Itotemoc, Tepiltzin, Xiomeran and other ethnic groups and nationalities in the country;
* The creation of a democratically elected branch of the legislature to share power equally with a branch for noble rulers;
* Implementation of multi-party, free and unhindered elections within one year;
* Measures to provide a check and balance on the power of the monarchy;
* Guarantees for equal time for all political parties and candidates on national media;
* Measures to ensure that no poltical party or movement would ever be banned or repressed by the government unless it promoted violence against the state or against specific groups of people, or engaged in actual violence against same, with guilt to be determined solely through a fair and just judicial process

The Manifesto quickly gained popularity within the Huenyan public, placing considerable pressure on the interim government to agree to its demands.

==Result==

Despite some opposition among prominent leaders of the interim government, the government eventually agreed to adopt the measures called for in the Acalan Manifesto. Elections were called for December 31st, 2021. The other measures were adopted as well. The Acalan Manifesto, and the pressure from the Huenyan populace to adopt its demands, thus helped ensure the formation of a democratic Huenyan state.

[[Category: Huenya]]
[[Category: Politics]]

Unification Party

2021-12-25T05:39:24Z

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The '''Unification Party''' is a center-left, progressive political party in [[Xiomera]] and [[Huenya]]. The party was founded in the aftermath of the Second Xiomeran Civil War.

==History==
The Unification Party was founded by Xiomeran democratic activists who had been driven out of Xiomera during the Second Xiomeran Civil War. [[Cozamalotl]], the most prominent leader of the Xiomeran opposition, aligned with fellow democratic activists [[Cuetzhual]] and [[Natcahuacu]] to form a unified political party to push for democratic reform in Xiomera. Their other goal was to ensure that the newly emerging independent state in Huenya would be a democracy, rather than a reprise of the totalitarian government in Xiomera.

==Party structure==
The Unification Party consists of two wings: the Unification Party of Xiomera (UP-X) and the Unification Party of Huenya (UP-H). The two wings share joint governance under the Unification Party Central Committee, which is headquartered in Chuaztlapoc, the capital of Huenya. The current Chairperson of the overall Unification Party is [[Tiacihitli]], the Vice-Speaker of the Huenyan Federation. The President of the UP-X is Cozamalotl, and the President of the UP-H is Cuetzhual.

==Ideology==
The Unification Party, first and foremost, holds the ideal of "pan-Huenyanism" as its central ideology. This ideology, which first rose to prominence in the 1960s in Xiomera as a counter to the beliefs of Xiomeran Meritocracy and Xiomeran supremacy, promotes the idea that the four native tribes of Huenya should unify as one people. Applied in political terms, pan-Huenyanism calls for a single unified, democratic Huenyan state to replace the Xiomeran Empire. Both wings of the Unification Party, in Xiomera and in Huenya, advocate for the eventual unification of Xiomera and Huenya into a single democratic nation. The UP-H is also a significant force in Huenya for reconciliation and cooperation between the Xiomeran population of Huenya and that of the other three tribes. The Unification Party is also closely associated with the Huenyan indigenous religion, specifically religious figures led by High Priest Tlocuauhtoa who also call for Huenyan unification.

In terms of other political positions, the Unification Party holds typical center-left and progressive stances on most issues. The party supports a mixed-economy model, progressive taxation and regulation of private enterprise. It also supports a social security safety net, universal healthcare and is strongly in favor of workers' rights, womens' rights and LGBT rights. It is also a strong supporter of public policy to combat discrimination and institutional racism, and is the strongest political supporter of the Council of National Reunification and Reconciliation, the truth and reconciliation commission formed in Huenya after the Second Xiomeran Civil War. It is also a strong supporter of environmentally conscious policies and business practices. The Unification Party is also a strong advocate of "foreign relations based on conscience," a stance in which nations refuse to trade or have diplomatic relations with other nations who are totalitarian or autocratic in nature.

==Reception==

The Unification Party first became politically active in Xiomera, as a participant in the Xiomeran elections held in January 2020. The party fared poorly in the elections, securing only 35 seats in the 160-seat Imperial Parliament. Cozamalotl, the party's candidate for Prime Minister, obtained 33.75% of the vote against the winning candidate, [[Toquihu]] of the [[Xiomeran Citizens' Party]], who secured 62.63% of the vote. The party's poor performance was attributed to its association with Huenya and pan-Huenyanism, perceptions that it was a puppet movement for the former Empress Yauhmi, and disapproval in much of Xiomera for its progressive political stances. An aggressive campaign against the UP-X by the Xiomeran government was also cited as a reason for the party's poor performance.

In 2021, the Unification Party was banned in Xiomera, after allegations of plotting a coup which the international community denounced as unfounded. The party's founder, Cozamalotl, was imprisoned and later executed by the Xiomeran government. These actions angered many within the Unification Party, and caused a significant hardening of its stance on Xiomera and the XCP regime there.

While the UP-H has not yet stood for any elections, it was instrumental in securing the agreement of the Huenyan government to the [[Acalan Manifesto]], and eventual elections in that nation. The UP-H is widely seen as the strongest of the nascent political movements in Huenya.

[[Category: Xiomera]]
[[Category: Huenya]]
[[Category: Politics]]
[[Category: Political parties]]

Xiomeran Citizens' Party

2021-12-25T05:35:51Z

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The '''Xiomeran Citizens' Party''' is a far-right political party in [[Xiomera]]. It is the largest political party in Xiomera. Xiomera, in theory, allows for free and fair elections and for multi-party democracy. In practice, Xiomera operates as an essentially one-party state with token opposition, with the XCP as the "national" party.

==History==
After the Second Xiomeran Civil War, Empress [[Calhualyana]] allowed the formation of political parties and the creation of an elected Imperial Parliament and Prime Minister. This was done to blunt accusations that Xiomera was a totalitarian state with the Empress as an effective dictator. The XCP was the first political party to register in Xiomera. The leader of the Good Citizens' League, [[Toquihu]], registered as the party's founder and president. He was also the party's candidate for the first Xiomeran elections for Prime Minister in January 2020.

==Ideology==
The XCP positions itself as defenders of Xiomeran culture, history, heritage and the Empire's position on the world stage. It also positions itself as defenders of the status quo in terms of the Xiomeran economy and social structure. It is very closely tied to the Xiomeran branch of the Huenyan indigenous religion.

On social issues, the XCP shows its most centrist characteristics: it is in favor of womens' rights and LGBT rights, and is also tolerant of all religions despite promoting the Huenyan indigenous religion as the heart of Xiomeran culture. The XCP favors universal healthcare and heavily subsidized college education as a way to maintain and improve the workforce of the country, but is opposed to all other forms of social security or safety nets.

On economic and foreign relations issues, the XCP is decidedly right-wing in nature. Its economic stance is one of promoting free trade, with an aggressive pursuit of foreign trade and unfettered capitalism; laws concerning workers' rights and restraints on Xiomeran corporations and economic enterprise are virtually nonexistent. The XCP also supports regressive taxation policies. In terms of foreign relations, the XCP is an unabashed supporter of Xiomeran nationalism, aggressive defense of Xiomeran sovereignty, and maintaining a strong military. The stated goal of the XCP in foreign relations is to "ensure that Xiomera always deals with other nations from a position of strength, rather than weakness."

On civil and political rights issues, the XCP is furthest to the right. The XCP was the architect of Xiomeran policy tying government benefits and the right to vote to the perceived and measured loyalty of individual citizens, with citizens found to be insufficently loyal to the Empire at risk of losing benefits, voting privileges, or even citizenship. The stated position of the XCP is that the Empire protects and provides for its citizens, and that citizens who do not "help in that great work" should not share in the benefits of being Xiomeran citizens. The XCP is closely tied to the ideology of Xiomeran Meritocracy.

The XCP has increasingly promoted itself as the "party of the nation", implying that not being a member of the XCP (or at least supporting its policies) represents disloyalty to Xiomera. Xiomerans who choose to not support the XCP can have difficulties finding employment and housing.

==Reception==

The XCP first stood for office in the January 2020 Xiomeran elections. Riding a wave of popular discontent in the country in the wake of the Second Xiomeran Civil War, the XCP easily dominated the elections. The party now holds 155 of the 160 seats in the Imperial Parliament, and also controls the Prime Minister's office.

After most other opposition parties were banned in 2021, the XCP has become the defacto sole political movement allowed in the country. Some minor parties still exist, but none of them pose any threat to the XCP's position. XCP membership is seen as increasingly necessary to prove one's "loyalty" to the Xiomeran Empire.

[[Category: Xiomera]]
[[Category: Politics]]
[[Category: Political parties]]

Xiomeran Citizens' Party

2021-12-25T05:34:50Z

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==History==
After the Second Xiomeran Civil War, Empress [[Calhualyana]] allowed the formation of political parties and the creation of an elected Imperial Parliament and Prime Minister. This was done to blunt accusations that Xiomera was a totalitarian state with the Empress as an effective dictator. The XCP was the first political party to register in Xiomera. The leader of the Good Citizens' League, [[Toquihu]], registered as the party's founder and president. He was also the party's candidate for the first Xiomeran elections for Prime Minister in January 2020.

==Ideology==
The XCP positions itself as defenders of Xiomeran culture, history, heritage and the Empire's position on the world stage. It also positions itself as defenders of the status quo in terms of the Xiomeran economy and social structure. It is very closely tied to the Xiomeran branch of the Huenyan indigenous religion.

On social issues, the XCP shows its most centrist characteristics: it is in favor of womens' rights and LGBT rights, and is also tolerant of all religions despite promoting the Huenyan indigenous religion as the heart of Xiomeran culture. The XCP favors universal healthcare and heavily subsidized college education as a way to maintain and improve the workforce of the country, but is opposed to all other forms of social security or safety nets.

On economic and foreign relations issues, the XCP is decidedly right-wing in nature. Its economic stance is one of promoting free trade, with an aggressive pursuit of foreign trade and unfettered capitalism; laws concerning workers' rights and restraints on Xiomeran corporations and economic enterprise are virtually nonexistent. The XCP also supports regressive taxation policies. In terms of foreign relations, the XCP is an unabashed supporter of Xiomeran nationalism, aggressive defense of Xiomeran sovereignty, and maintaining a strong military. The stated goal of the XCP in foreign relations is to "ensure that Xiomera always deals with other nations from a position of strength, rather than weakness."

On civil and political rights issues, the XCP is furthest to the right. The XCP was the architect of Xiomeran policy tying government benefits and the right to vote to the perceived and measured loyalty of individual citizens, with citizens found to be insufficently loyal to the Empire at risk of losing benefits, voting privileges, or even citizenship. The stated position of the XCP is that the Empire protects and provides for its citizens, and that citizens who do not "help in that great work" should not share in the benefits of being Xiomeran citizens. The XCP is closely tied to the ideology of Xiomeran Meritocracy.

The XCP has increasingly promoted itself as the "party of the nation", implying that not being a member of the XCP (or at least supporting its policies) represents disloyalty to Xiomera. Xiomerans who choose to not support the XCP can have difficulties finding employment and housing.

==Reception==

The XCP first stood for office in the January 2020 Xiomeran elections. Riding a wave of popular discontent in the country in the wake of the Second Xiomeran Civil War, the XCP easily dominated the elections. The party now holds 155 of the 160 seats in the Imperial Parliament, and also controls the Prime Minister's office.

After most other opposition parties were banned in 2021, the XCP has become the defacto sole political movement allowed in the country. Some minor parties still exist, but none of them pose any threat to the XCP's position. XCP membership is seen as increasingly necessary to prove one's "loyalty" to the Xiomeran Empire.

[[Category: Xiomera]]
[[Category: Politics]]
[[Category: Political parties]]

Calhualyana

2021-12-25T05:31:02Z

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'''Calhualyana''' is the current Empress of Xiomera. The former Security Secretary of the country, she seized power from Emperor [[Xochiuhue]] in a coup in October 2020.

==Early Life and Education==

Calhualyana was born on 17 December 1982 in the city of Tlopeca, a working-class suburb of Huaxtumba. She was the child of Atemin, a local policeman, and Tiacamaco, a public school teacher.

Calhualyana distinguished herself from an early age as both a very bright student, and a very ambitious one. She earned admittance to one of the nation's best colleges, Tlālacuetztla Polytechnic University, eventually graduating with a degree in criminal justice. At the urging of her father, Calhualyana entered the Imperial Intelligence Academy in Huitzitaca after graduation.

Calhualyana once again distinguished herself both as a superb student in the IIA, and a very ambitious one. When asked what her dream job was at her Academy graduation ceremony in 2007 by then-Security Secretary Zinezin, Calhualyana replied that it was the Secretary's job, after he retired. While the blunt answer shocked her former instructors in attendance at the graduation, Zinezin later told his aides he was both amused and impressed by Calhualyana's directness. Zinezin fast-tracked Calhualyana's career from that point forward, until his retirement from the Security Secretariat.

==Career==

===Early Career===

After graduating, Calhualyana joined the Agency for Security and Intelligence ([[ASI (Xiomera)|ASI]]), working as a low-level intelligence analyst as all recent Academy graduates begin their careers. However, Calhualyana would not remain a low-level agent for long. Focusing on domestic surveillance and threat analysis, Calhualyana quickly distinguished herself as a superior analyst and agent. She would rise rapidly through the ranks of ASI, helping to prevent domestic opponents of the Empire from organizing and personally thwarting several planned coups or uprisings against Emperor [[Topilpopoca]] and the Xiomeran government. She was rewarded for her efforts by being named one of several Undersecretaries for Security in August of 2017, leaving ASI and joining the Security Secretariat, the government agency responsible for Xiomera's entire security and intelligence network.

===Undersecretary of Security===

From August 2017 to April 2020, Calhualyana served as the Undersecretary of Security responsible for domestic intelligence and security in the Empire. She initially was a supporter of her boss, then-Security Secretary Tepilcayotl, during the Great Selection that led to [[Yauhmi]] becoming Empress of Xiomera. After Tepilcayotl committed suicide, Calhualyana thought she would be named Secretary of Security, but was passed over in favor of Zalpalatli, a Yauhmi loyalist. Being rejected for Security Secretary, coupled with a disagreement with Yauhmi over the fate of the Auroras from [[Kerlile]] that had been discovered in Xiomera, led to Calhualyana deciding to join the plot led by [[Xochiuhue]] and General Xōchhuitl to overthrow the Empress in April 2020.

===Secretary of Security===

After Yauhmi was overthrown, the new Emperor appointed Calhualyana as Secretary of Security. Calhualyana continued to focus on trying to suppress domestic dissent to the coup and maintaining stability and order within the Empire. Many of her efforts were made harder by the increasingly autocratic orders coming from Emperor Xochiuhue, which angered Xiomeran citizens and eventually led to a mass uprising in western Xiomera. The Emperor placed blame for the failures on Calhualyana, the Security Secretariat, and ASI, which Calhualyana deemed unfair.

===Empress of Xiomera===

While the two initially worked well together, Xochiuhue's increasing brutality and refusal to listen to the advice Calhualyana and the intelligence community tried to give him led to a major rift developing between the two. After a major disagreement on an order Xochiuhue had given which Calhualyana deemed a threat to Xiomeran security, the Secretary joined up with General Zinahue, the head of the Xiomeran General Staff, and Brigadier General Sadak, the Iskirami general in charge of allied Iskirami forces protecting the Palace of Flowers, and overthrew Xochiuhue on 17 October 2020. Calhualyana declared herself Empress in Xochiuhue's place. She pledged to restore order and harmony to the country in a televised address, in which she also offered peace talks to end the Second Xiomeran Civil War.

As Empress, Calhualyana has pursued a campaign of re-arming Xiomera, as well as expanding its military reach in the Caxcana area. She has also worked to shift Xiomera's trade focus away from democratic nations to more friendly states, such as [[Shuell]] and [[Iskiram]]. She allowed elections to be held in January 2021, which led to the creation of an elected Imperial Parliament and Prime Minister. However, with the exception of minor political parties with almost no influence at all, the majority of seats are held by the loyalist [[Xiomeran Citizens' Party]]. The emergence of a defacto one-party state in Xiomera has led to accusations from democratic states that the Xiomeran political process is a sham meant to ensure the Empress remains in power.

Under Calhualyana, Xiomera has pursued an increasingly authoritarian, fascist and nationalist stance in both domestic and international affairs. This "Xiomera First" agenda has as its central ideology that Xiomera has been too cooperative with foreign states in the past, and must pursue its own advancement regardless of any opposition from the international community.

==Family Life==

Calhualyana married Xiyāōtl, a commander in the Xiomeran Imperial Navy, on October 22nd, 2021. The marriage was seen by many as a declaration that Calhualyana intended to pursue the re-establishment of a hereditary monarchy in Xiomera.

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