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	=== Republican Period ===		=== Republican Period ===
	[[File:Seriwon night.jpg\|thumb\|The construction of luxury hotels and casinos in Seriwon has been financed with oil revenues from Petrotaya.]]		[[File:Seriwon night.jpg\|thumb\|The construction of luxury hotels and casinos in Seriwon has been financed with oil revenues from Petrotaya.]]
	Immediately after the Opthelians left, the Seven Houses immediately attempted to crush republican minded uprisings, but as mass protests continued to swell in size, they found themselves without the capacity to handle the situation. In February 1978, the Seobhagunnang sent missives to Haesan and Misumi requesting support in maintaining the status quo. Both [[Henri Lagarde\|Lagarde]] and [[Chiyoko Onishi\|Onishi{{Efn\|Chiyoko Onishi, Prime Minister of Misumi, 1976—1983}}~~]][./Pharitaya#cite_note-15 <span class="mw-reflink-text"><nowiki>[lower-alpha 14]</nowiki></span>]~~ sent troops to assist, fearing the instability a power vacuum would cause. With the foreign support, the Seven Houses were able to reassert control over the nation within months and enacted a new constitution, enshrining an ostensibly republican system in which they maintained nearly total control. The first election took place on July 3, 1978; the regime sanctioned Pharitaya National Party won 99 of 100 seats in Parliament.		Immediately after the Opthelians left, the Seven Houses immediately attempted to crush republican minded uprisings, but as mass protests continued to swell in size, they found themselves without the capacity to handle the situation. In February 1978, the Seobhagunnang sent missives to Haesan and Misumi requesting support in maintaining the status quo. Both [[Henri Lagarde\|Lagarde]] and [[Chiyoko Onishi\|Onishi]]{{Efn\|Chiyoko Onishi, Prime Minister of Misumi, 1976—1983}} sent troops to assist, fearing the instability a power vacuum would cause. With the foreign support, the Seven Houses were able to reassert control over the nation within months and enacted a new constitution, enshrining an ostensibly republican system in which they maintained nearly total control. The first election took place on July 3, 1978; the regime sanctioned Pharitaya National Party won 99 of 100 seats in Parliament.

	Pharitaya was rapidly transformed after oil and natural gas reposits were found within its maritime Exclusive Economic Zone in 1983, and rapidly the nation became flush with wealth as the Seven Houses built up Petrotaya, the state oil company. The government would then rapidly reform nearly all of society, enabling a social net and economic motor from the oil wealth. Reforms to education enabled Pharitaya to become a leader in tech, reforms to healthcare helped eliminate preventable diseases that had long plagued the nation's rural population, and universal living stipends meant that the nation's poverty rate went to almost zero. Those changes also precipitated great migration to urban areas with a higher concentration of high-skilled jobs, especially Puri Rimbawan, whose population nearly doubled from 7 million in 1985 to 13 million in 2015. Oil wealth also allowed the Seobhagunnang to build up Seriwon into a luxury oasis which attracted ultra-high net worth individuals to the country, increasing its inequality to the highest levels in the IDU.		Pharitaya was rapidly transformed after oil and natural gas reposits were found within its maritime Exclusive Economic Zone in 1983, and rapidly the nation became flush with wealth as the Seven Houses built up Petrotaya, the state oil company. The government would then rapidly reform nearly all of society, enabling a social net and economic motor from the oil wealth. Reforms to education enabled Pharitaya to become a leader in tech, reforms to healthcare helped eliminate preventable diseases that had long plagued the nation's rural population, and universal living stipends meant that the nation's poverty rate went to almost zero. Those changes also precipitated great migration to urban areas with a higher concentration of high-skilled jobs, especially Puri Rimbawan, whose population nearly doubled from 7 million in 1985 to 13 million in 2015. Oil wealth also allowed the Seobhagunnang to build up Seriwon into a luxury oasis which attracted ultra-high net worth individuals to the country, increasing its inequality to the highest levels in the IDU.

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	== Culture ==		== Culture ==
	Pharitaya ~~has~~ an ~~extraordinarily diverse cultural scene stemming from~~ its ~~numerous ethnicities~~ and ~~cultural~~ traditions.		Pharitaya's cultural traditions are rich and varied due to the nation's ethnic diversity. While customs, crafts, and rites relating to Sasna Thaya traditions are the most common and are typically representative of Pharitaya on an international stage, Islamic influences have merged with them to varying degrees to create a wide range of regional traditions and cultures. Haean and Opthelian influence is also heavily felt in Pharitayan culture as a legacy of its colonization. Weaving and textile work, especially with silk, are the most well-known Pharitayan handicrafts, but pottery glazing and mirror-crafting also have centuries-old traditions in the nation. While classical fine arts and literature are typically allowed, Pharitaya has seen a lack of modern media production as a result of the government's strict censorship regime.

	=== Fine Arts ===		=== Fine Arts ===
	[[File:~~Fangcha tea~~.jpg\|thumb\|~~254x254px~~\|~~''Fangcha''~~, ~~as served at a boutique cafe~~ in ~~Seriwon~~.]]		[[File:Puri National Opera House.jpg\|left\|thumb\|260x260px\|The Puri National Opera House, constructed in 2021, hosts opera troupes and orchestras from across the IDU.]]
			Traditional handicrafts remain the most common form of visual art in Pharitaya, notably in silk textiles, where the nation is renowned for its vivid dying and elaborate weaving processes. Ceramic glazing is another common art form which was brought by Nerian Muslim cultures to Pharitaya, and some mosques like the Thatawthihy Grand Mosque have used these colorful geometric tiles to dramatic architectural effect. Mirror handiwork has also flourished in the nation, especially during the Opthelian colonial period, where the particularly lustrous finish of Pharitayan amalgam was highly sought after. Traditional Liberalian-style drawing, painting, and sculpture work was taught at aristocratic academies during much of the 19th and 20th centuries, but it has never been accessible to the broader public, and painted art is subject to government screening if put on display.

			Performing art typically falls into three categories, traditional drama and dance, multi-media court-performances drawing from Haean tradition, and Opthelian classical styles of which opera is the most common. Traditional theater and dance stems directly from Sansa Thaya customs, and typically involves vibrant costumes and intricate, ritualized choreography. Court-performances typically are serene music and dance productions oven performed in conjunction with an afternoon tea and are typically reserved for elite aristocrats. Opthelian opera is still performed and widely consumed by the public as performances are heavily subsidized by the government, although due to censorship concerns typically only classical or pre-screened works are performed. The Puri National Opera House, constructed in 2021, has already become one of the most iconic locations for opera and classical music in the IDU, and regularly hosts visiting troupes and orchestras.

	=== Cuisine ===		=== Cuisine ===
	Rice is the staple grain in Pharitaya, and most dishes in the nation utilize it in some form. ''Nasi tepi laut'' is the national dish, rice stir-fried with soy and fish sauces, chilies, and green onion, traditionally with pieces of salted fish. Fish is the most common protein, followed by beef and shellfish. Pork consumption is minimal, due to the nation's large Muslim population. Upper-class dishes in Pharitaya typically borrow heavily from Mizu and Haean culture. Typically, the number of ingredients is minimized, and there is a strict emphasis on making the flavors work in concert. Coconut, while historically too scarce to be affordable for the masses, has long been a favorite ingredient of the aristocracy, and is common not just as an ingredient in curries and savory dishes, but in many desserts and pastries as well. ''Dicincang'', a delicate cake made of shredded coconut, is the nation's national dessert.		[[File:Fangcha tea.jpg\|thumb\|254x254px\|''Fangcha'', as served at a boutique cafe in Seriwon.]]Rice is the staple grain in Pharitaya, and most dishes in the nation utilize it in some form. ''Nasi tepi laut'' is the national dish, rice stir-fried with soy and fish sauces, chilies, and green onion, traditionally with pieces of salted fish. Fish is the most common protein, followed by beef and shellfish. Pork consumption is minimal, due to the nation's large Muslim population. Upper-class dishes in Pharitaya typically borrow heavily from Mizu and Haean culture. Typically, the number of ingredients is minimized, and there is a strict emphasis on making the flavors work in concert. Coconut, while historically too scarce to be affordable for the masses, has long been a favorite ingredient of the aristocracy, and is common not just as an ingredient in curries and savory dishes, but in many desserts and pastries as well. ''Dicincang'', a delicate cake made of shredded coconut, is the nation's national dessert.

	Tea has had an outsized influence in Pharitayan culture, as teahouses have long been the social hubs of both urban and rural communities. The so-called Teahouse Rules—showing hospitality, being open and welcoming towards others, and having a patient and intentional mindset—which developed out of these cultural centers have been informally adopted as a national ethical code. ''Fangcha,'' black tea mixed with ice and evaporated milk and shaken until frothy, is the national beverage, and tea is the most consumed beverage in the nation. Kiosk-order establishments selling ''fangcha'', tapioca bubble tea, and more recently coffee-based drinks, are abundant in urban areas, and some like Honeybee ~~Teashop~~ have many branches in nations like Haesan, Misumi, Laeral, and the Slokais Islands.		Tea has had an outsized influence in Pharitayan culture, as teahouses have long been the social hubs of both urban and rural communities. The so-called Teahouse Rules—showing hospitality, being open and welcoming towards others, and having a patient and intentional mindset—which developed out of these cultural centers have been informally adopted as a national ethical code. ''Fangcha,'' black tea mixed with ice and evaporated milk and shaken until frothy, is the national beverage, and tea is the most consumed beverage in the nation. Kiosk-order establishments selling ''fangcha'', tapioca bubble tea, and more recently coffee-based drinks, are abundant in urban areas, and some like Honeybee Teashoppe have many branches in nations like Haesan, Misumi, Laeral, and the Slokais Islands.

	=== Media ===		=== Media ===
	Pharitayan media is nearly entirely state-controlled, both in broadcast and in print. The state broadcaster, RadioTV Pharitaya (RTP) is directly owned by the Ok family of the Seobhagunnang, and only broadcasts programs approved by the government. As such, Pharitayan blacklisting of foreign media is a regular occurrence. Most programs and films aired in the nation either are produced by the state, or are typically lighthearted dramas predominantly from Haesan, but also from Misumi and Slokais. Print media is similarly regulated, and the nation's three major publishing houses all are run by members of the Seven Houses. Music is the source of the greatest cultural diversity, as songs are allowed to be recorded in native languages along with English and Haean, and some Pharitayan singers have gained renown internationally, especially those like Ami (Lamai Kayotna) who have gone on to join [[Hae-pop]] groups or publish primarily abroad.~~[[File:Cricket match Jarantasiri.jpg\|left\|thumb\|253x253px\|Cricket is the most popular sport in Pharitaya; home fans root for the Jarantasiri Royals in the Pharitaya Premier League]]~~		Pharitayan media is nearly entirely state-controlled, both in broadcast and in print. The state broadcaster, RadioTV Pharitaya (RTP) is directly owned by the Ok family of the Seobhagunnang, and only broadcasts programs approved by the government. As such, Pharitayan blacklisting of foreign media is a regular occurrence. Most programs and films aired in the nation either are produced by the state, or are typically lighthearted dramas predominantly from Haesan, but also from Misumi and Slokais. Print media is similarly regulated, and the nation's three major publishing houses all are run by members of the Seven Houses. Music is the source of the greatest cultural diversity, as songs are allowed to be recorded in native languages along with English and Haean, and some Pharitayan singers have gained renown internationally, especially those like Ami (Lamai Kayotna) who have gone on to join [[Hae-pop]] groups or publish primarily abroad.

	=== Sport ===		=== Sport ===
	Cricket and association football are the most popular sports in Pharitaya. Pharitaya's national cricket team, the Golden Lions, is consistently rated as one of the top teams in the IDU, and maintain a fierce rivalry with Opthelia. The Pharitaya Premier League is one of the best national cricket leagues in the world, with its high player salaries driven in part by government expenditure on the league. Association football is also popular, but less so given that the nation has not typically excelled in the sport. Occasionally, as in the [[2024–25 UHFA Elite Championship]], a Pharitayan team will qualify for the group stage of an international competition, but such occurrences are rare. Pharitayan football is also recovering from the reputational damages of the [[Union of Hesperidan Football Associations#Sibu Stadium Disaster\|Sibu Stadium Disaster]] in 2014, in which 104 lives were lost after Sibu Stadium collapsed during a Continental Cup qualifying match. That disaster led the government to start the "Sporting Hub Pharitaya" initiative, in which the government would sponsor the construction of elaborate, modern sports stadiums and facilities across the nation.		[[File:Cricket match Jarantasiri.jpg\|left\|thumb\|253x253px\|Cricket is the most popular sport in Pharitaya; home fans root for the Jarantasiri Royals in the Pharitaya Premier League]]Cricket and association football are the most popular sports in Pharitaya. Pharitaya's national cricket team, the Golden Lions, is consistently rated as one of the top teams in the IDU, and maintain a fierce rivalry with Opthelia. The Pharitaya Premier League is one of the best national cricket leagues in the world, with its high player salaries driven in part by government expenditure on the league. Association football is also popular, but less so given that the nation has not typically excelled in the sport. Occasionally, as in the [[2024–25 UHFA Elite Championship]], a Pharitayan team will qualify for the group stage of an international competition, but such occurrences are rare. Pharitayan football is also recovering from the reputational damages of the [[Union of Hesperidan Football Associations#Sibu Stadium Disaster\|Sibu Stadium Disaster]] in 2014, in which 104 lives were lost after Sibu Stadium collapsed during a Continental Cup qualifying match. That disaster led the government to start the "Sporting Hub Pharitaya" initiative, in which the government would sponsor the construction of elaborate, modern sports stadiums and facilities across the nation.

	Water sports, such as swimming, sailing, and rowing are also popular in Pharitaya. An annual sailing regatta between Sibu and Rimbawan Harbor is one of the oldest recorded boat race competitions in history. Boxing is also popular, due to legendary fighters like Thanakon Kanchana and Syed "The Viper" Abdullah, who brought attention to the sport in their home country. To this day, top-flight boxing matches consistently bring in high TV ratings from Pharitaya.		Water sports, such as swimming, sailing, and rowing are also popular in Pharitaya. An annual sailing regatta between Sibu and Rimbawan Harbor is one of the oldest recorded boat race competitions in history. Boxing is also popular, due to legendary fighters like Thanakon Kanchana and Syed "The Viper" Abdullah, who brought attention to the sport in their home country. To this day, top-flight boxing matches consistently bring in high TV ratings from Pharitaya.

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	=== Media ===		=== Media ===
	[[File:Cricket match Jarantasiri.jpg\|left\|thumb\|~~262x262px~~\|Cricket is the most popular sport in Pharitaya; home fans root for the Jarantasiri Royals in the Pharitaya Premier League]]		Pharitayan media is nearly entirely state-controlled, both in broadcast and in print. The state broadcaster, RadioTV Pharitaya (RTP) is directly owned by the Ok family of the Seobhagunnang, and only broadcasts programs approved by the government. As such, Pharitayan blacklisting of foreign media is a regular occurrence. Most programs and films aired in the nation either are produced by the state, or are typically lighthearted dramas predominantly from Haesan, but also from Misumi and Slokais. Print media is similarly regulated, and the nation's three major publishing houses all are run by members of the Seven Houses. Music is the source of the greatest cultural diversity, as songs are allowed to be recorded in native languages along with English and Haean, and some Pharitayan singers have gained renown internationally, especially those like Ami (Lamai Kayotna) who have gone on to join [[Hae-pop]] groups or publish primarily abroad.[[File:Cricket match Jarantasiri.jpg\|left\|thumb\|253x253px\|Cricket is the most popular sport in Pharitaya; home fans root for the Jarantasiri Royals in the Pharitaya Premier League]]

	=== Sport ===		=== Sport ===
	Cricket and association football are the most popular sports in Pharitaya. Pharitaya's national cricket team, the Golden Lions, is consistently rated as one of the top teams in the IDU, and maintain a fierce rivalry with Opthelia. The Pharitaya Premier League is one of the best national cricket leagues in the world, with its high player salaries driven in part by government expenditure on the league. Association football is also popular, but less so given that the nation has not typically excelled in the sport. Occasionally, as in the [[2024–25 UHFA Elite Championship]], a Pharitayan team will qualify for the group stage of an international competition, but such occurrences are rare. Pharitayan football is also recovering from the reputational damages of the [[Union of Hesperidan Football Associations#Sibu Stadium Disaster\|Sibu Stadium Disaster]] in 2014, in which 104 lives were lost after Sibu Stadium collapsed during a Continental Cup qualifying match. That disaster led the government to start the Sporting Hub Pharitaya initiative, in which the government would sponsor the construction of elaborate, modern sports stadiums and facilities across the nation.		Cricket and association football are the most popular sports in Pharitaya. Pharitaya's national cricket team, the Golden Lions, is consistently rated as one of the top teams in the IDU, and maintain a fierce rivalry with Opthelia. The Pharitaya Premier League is one of the best national cricket leagues in the world, with its high player salaries driven in part by government expenditure on the league. Association football is also popular, but less so given that the nation has not typically excelled in the sport. Occasionally, as in the [[2024–25 UHFA Elite Championship]], a Pharitayan team will qualify for the group stage of an international competition, but such occurrences are rare. Pharitayan football is also recovering from the reputational damages of the [[Union of Hesperidan Football Associations#Sibu Stadium Disaster\|Sibu Stadium Disaster]] in 2014, in which 104 lives were lost after Sibu Stadium collapsed during a Continental Cup qualifying match. That disaster led the government to start the "Sporting Hub Pharitaya" initiative, in which the government would sponsor the construction of elaborate, modern sports stadiums and facilities across the nation.

	Water sports, such as swimming, sailing, and rowing are also popular in Pharitaya. An annual sailing regatta between Sibu and Rimbawan Harbor is one of the oldest recorded boat race competitions in history. Boxing is also popular, due to legendary fighters like Thanakon Kanchana and Syed "The Viper" Abdullah, who brought attention to the sport in their home country. To this day, top-flight boxing matches consistently bring in high TV ratings from Pharitaya.		Water sports, such as swimming, sailing, and rowing are also popular in Pharitaya. An annual sailing regatta between Sibu and Rimbawan Harbor is one of the oldest recorded boat race competitions in history. Boxing is also popular, due to legendary fighters like Thanakon Kanchana and Syed "The Viper" Abdullah, who brought attention to the sport in their home country. To this day, top-flight boxing matches consistently bring in high TV ratings from Pharitaya.

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	=== Early Colonial Period ===		=== Early Colonial Period ===
			[[File:Rice Terraces Pharitaya.jpg\|thumb\|The Haesanite colonial governate established a modern system of rice terracing in Pharitaya, but displaced tens of thousands of locals in the process.]]
	Pharitaya was governed at first as a strict governorship of Haesan, with a governor who oversaw the two provinces of Pharitaya (in the south) and Seogura (in the central valleys and the northern foothills). While allowing for religious and cultural tolerance, the governorship was brutal in terms of its management and economic governance. Haesanite technologies were implemented throughout society in order to maximize production of silk and tea, often disrupting long held ways of life in villages across the colony and forcing many into clearly defined labor roles. Furthermore, the governance of the colony was conducted entirely in Haean, and access to education was limited only to those locals clearly loyal to the government. The capital was also moved to the small island fortress of Seriwon, where the Haean government had full oversight. During much of the period, attempting to study Haean or gain otherwise unapproved education was a capital offense. These policies were dramatically unpopular, and throughout the period of governorship-based rule, revolts were common, and a large Haesanite military presence was maintained in the colony.		Pharitaya was governed at first as a strict governorship of Haesan, with a governor who oversaw the two provinces of Pharitaya (in the south) and Seogura (in the central valleys and the northern foothills). While allowing for religious and cultural tolerance, the governorship was brutal in terms of its management and economic governance. Haesanite technologies were implemented throughout society in order to maximize production of silk and tea, often disrupting long held ways of life in villages across the colony and forcing many into clearly defined labor roles. Furthermore, the governance of the colony was conducted entirely in Haean, and access to education was limited only to those locals clearly loyal to the government. The capital was also moved to the small island fortress of Seriwon, where the Haean government had full oversight. During much of the period, attempting to study Haean or gain otherwise unapproved education was a capital offense. These policies were dramatically unpopular, and throughout the period of governorship-based rule, revolts were common, and a large Haesanite military presence was maintained in the colony.

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	Pharitaya is also known for its track record of ambitious infrastructure projects. Much of the land in Seriwon has been reclaimed in recent decades as artificial islands supporting luxury towers, villas, casinos, and other entertainment venues. Pharitaya has also constructed monumental stadiums and world class athletic facilities as part of its "Sporting Hub Pharitaya" initiative, in the hopes of eventually hosting a continental or international competition. Puri Rimbawan and Seriwon are also home to modern architectural marvels, as the Seobhagunnang has promised extensive support to those designers who bring innovative ideas to their cities.		Pharitaya is also known for its track record of ambitious infrastructure projects. Much of the land in Seriwon has been reclaimed in recent decades as artificial islands supporting luxury towers, villas, casinos, and other entertainment venues. Pharitaya has also constructed monumental stadiums and world class athletic facilities as part of its "Sporting Hub Pharitaya" initiative, in the hopes of eventually hosting a continental or international competition. Puri Rimbawan and Seriwon are also home to modern architectural marvels, as the Seobhagunnang has promised extensive support to those designers who bring innovative ideas to their cities.

	=== ~~Tourism~~ ===		== Culture ==
			Pharitaya has an extraordinarily diverse cultural scene stemming from its numerous ethnicities and cultural traditions.

			=== Fine Arts ===
			[[File:Fangcha tea.jpg\|thumb\|254x254px\|''Fangcha'', as served at a boutique cafe in Seriwon.]]

			=== Cuisine ===
			Rice is the staple grain in Pharitaya, and most dishes in the nation utilize it in some form. ''Nasi tepi laut'' is the national dish, rice stir-fried with soy and fish sauces, chilies, and green onion, traditionally with pieces of salted fish. Fish is the most common protein, followed by beef and shellfish. Pork consumption is minimal, due to the nation's large Muslim population. Upper-class dishes in Pharitaya typically borrow heavily from Mizu and Haean culture. Typically, the number of ingredients is minimized, and there is a strict emphasis on making the flavors work in concert. Coconut, while historically too scarce to be affordable for the masses, has long been a favorite ingredient of the aristocracy, and is common not just as an ingredient in curries and savory dishes, but in many desserts and pastries as well. ''Dicincang'', a delicate cake made of shredded coconut, is the nation's national dessert.

			Tea has had an outsized influence in Pharitayan culture, as teahouses have long been the social hubs of both urban and rural communities. The so-called Teahouse Rules—showing hospitality, being open and welcoming towards others, and having a patient and intentional mindset—which developed out of these cultural centers have been informally adopted as a national ethical code. ''Fangcha,'' black tea mixed with ice and evaporated milk and shaken until frothy, is the national beverage, and tea is the most consumed beverage in the nation. Kiosk-order establishments selling ''fangcha'', tapioca bubble tea, and more recently coffee-based drinks, are abundant in urban areas, and some like Honeybee Teashop have many branches in nations like Haesan, Misumi, Laeral, and the Slokais Islands.

			=== Media ===
			[[File:Cricket match Jarantasiri.jpg\|left\|thumb\|262x262px\|Cricket is the most popular sport in Pharitaya; home fans root for the Jarantasiri Royals in the Pharitaya Premier League]]

			=== Sport ===
			Cricket and association football are the most popular sports in Pharitaya. Pharitaya's national cricket team, the Golden Lions, is consistently rated as one of the top teams in the IDU, and maintain a fierce rivalry with Opthelia. The Pharitaya Premier League is one of the best national cricket leagues in the world, with its high player salaries driven in part by government expenditure on the league. Association football is also popular, but less so given that the nation has not typically excelled in the sport. Occasionally, as in the [[2024–25 UHFA Elite Championship]], a Pharitayan team will qualify for the group stage of an international competition, but such occurrences are rare. Pharitayan football is also recovering from the reputational damages of the [[Union of Hesperidan Football Associations#Sibu Stadium Disaster\|Sibu Stadium Disaster]] in 2014, in which 104 lives were lost after Sibu Stadium collapsed during a Continental Cup qualifying match. That disaster led the government to start the Sporting Hub Pharitaya initiative, in which the government would sponsor the construction of elaborate, modern sports stadiums and facilities across the nation.

			Water sports, such as swimming, sailing, and rowing are also popular in Pharitaya. An annual sailing regatta between Sibu and Rimbawan Harbor is one of the oldest recorded boat race competitions in history. Boxing is also popular, due to legendary fighters like Thanakon Kanchana and Syed "The Viper" Abdullah, who brought attention to the sport in their home country. To this day, top-flight boxing matches consistently bring in high TV ratings from Pharitaya.

	~~== Culture ==~~		While historically, the nation has been unable to compete in major international competitions, it is expected to compete in the 2025 Olympiad. Pharitaya competed in the [[2024 IDU Baseball Classic]], in which it finished without a win. It was also the host nation of the [[2024 IDU Universiade]], which was held in [[Jarantasiri]].

	==Notes==		==Notes==

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	Pharitaya was first unified in 842 by Phra Bat Somdet Khwanchai Chanthahom Phra Chao Yu Hua (Samat I), as a hereditary monarchy known as the Kingdom of Pharitaya. The Kingdom endured many crises, as border wars with their more technologically advanced Mizu neighbors were common. In the late 13th century, a two decades marked by severe flooding weakened the Kingdom, and a line of Haesanite puppet kings were installed. In 1398, [[Haesan]] colonized the nation, administering it as the provinces of Pharitaya and Seogura. In the 16th century, a unique power sharing agreement arose between provincial governors and wealthy Haesanite merchant families and business leaders, forming the basis of the Seobhagunnang. When Haesan was colonized by [[Opthelia]], Pharitaya was also taken over and governed semi-autonomously as an Opthelian colony for over 200 years. In 1977, Pharitaya was granted independence, and it adopted its current Parliamentary system of goverment.		Pharitaya was first unified in 842 by Phra Bat Somdet Khwanchai Chanthahom Phra Chao Yu Hua (Samat I), as a hereditary monarchy known as the Kingdom of Pharitaya. The Kingdom endured many crises, as border wars with their more technologically advanced Mizu neighbors were common. In the late 13th century, a two decades marked by severe flooding weakened the Kingdom, and a line of Haesanite puppet kings were installed. In 1398, [[Haesan]] colonized the nation, administering it as the provinces of Pharitaya and Seogura. In the 16th century, a unique power sharing agreement arose between provincial governors and wealthy Haesanite merchant families and business leaders, forming the basis of the Seobhagunnang. When Haesan was colonized by [[Opthelia]], Pharitaya was also taken over and governed semi-autonomously as an Opthelian colony for over 200 years. In 1977, Pharitaya was granted independence, and it adopted its current Parliamentary system of goverment.

	Pharitaya has a diverse economy, led by the finance and energy sectors. Pharitaya has gained infamy for being a major tax haven, as it has a shoestring tax code and scarce government oversight. The government's pro-business leanings and inherent stability have made the nation's largest city, [[Puri Rimbawan]], a hub for the international banking sector. The 1983 discovery of hydrocarbons in Pharitaya's offshore EEZ turbocharged its economic growth, and helped lift millions out of poverty while exacerbating the nation's wealth inequality; Pharitaya is currently rated as the [[Gini coefficient\|most unequal nation]] in the [[IDU]]. The nation's capital, [[Seriwon]], is currently the world's wealthiest and most expensive city, as those who seek to live ~~in or visit~~ the island city must meet a high, undisclosed, wealth threshold, or otherwise have accrued fame or diplomatic status. Much of the country remains rural and agricultural, with rice, tea, and silk being the amongst the nation's main exports. Poverty rates are low, as extensive government welfare programs provide a baseline quality of life for Pharitayans.		Pharitaya has a diverse economy, led by the finance and energy sectors. Pharitaya has gained infamy for being a major tax haven, as it has a shoestring tax code and scarce government oversight. The government's pro-business leanings and inherent stability have made the nation's largest city, [[Puri Rimbawan]], a hub for the international banking sector. The 1983 discovery of hydrocarbons in Pharitaya's offshore EEZ turbocharged its economic growth, and helped lift millions out of poverty while exacerbating the nation's wealth inequality; Pharitaya is currently rated as the [[Gini coefficient\|most unequal nation]] in the [[IDU]]. The nation's capital, [[Seriwon]], is currently the world's wealthiest and most expensive city, as those who seek to live on the island city must meet a high, undisclosed, wealth threshold, or otherwise have accrued fame or diplomatic status. Much of the country remains rural and agricultural, with rice, tea, and silk being the amongst the nation's main exports. Poverty rates are low, as extensive government welfare programs provide a baseline quality of life for Pharitayans.

	Pharitaya has gained international recognition for its culture in recent years, as the lavish lifestyle of its wealthiest residents has drawn international media attention. In recent years, Pharitaya has also angled at hosting prestigious events, expositions, and conferences to boost its international profile.		Pharitaya has gained international recognition for its culture in recent years, as the lavish lifestyle of its wealthiest residents has drawn international media attention. In recent years, Pharitaya has also angled at hosting prestigious events, expositions, and conferences to boost its international profile.

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			[[File:Seriwon night.jpg\|thumb\|The construction of luxury hotels and casinos in Seriwon has been financed with oil revenues from Petrotaya.]]
	Immediately after the Opthelians left, the Seven Houses immediately attempted to crush republican minded uprisings, but as mass protests continued to swell in size, they found themselves without the capacity to handle the situation. In February 1978, the Seobhagunnang sent missives to Haesan and Misumi requesting support in maintaining the status quo. Both [[Henri Lagarde\|Lagarde]] and Onishi{{Efn\|Chiyoko Onishi, Prime Minister of Misumi, 1976—1983}} sent troops to assist, fearing the instability a power vacuum would cause. With the foreign support, the Seven Houses were able to reassert control over the nation within months and enacted a new constitution, enshrining an ostensibly republican system in which they maintained nearly total control. The first election took place on July 3, 1978; the regime sanctioned Pharitaya National Party won 99 of 100 seats in Parliament.		Immediately after the Opthelians left, the Seven Houses immediately attempted to crush republican minded uprisings, but as mass protests continued to swell in size, they found themselves without the capacity to handle the situation. In February 1978, the Seobhagunnang sent missives to Haesan and Misumi requesting support in maintaining the status quo. Both [[Henri Lagarde\|Lagarde]] and Onishi{{Efn\|Chiyoko Onishi, Prime Minister of Misumi, 1976—1983}} sent troops to assist, fearing the instability a power vacuum would cause. With the foreign support, the Seven Houses were able to reassert control over the nation within months and enacted a new constitution, enshrining an ostensibly republican system in which they maintained nearly total control. The first election took place on July 3, 1978; the regime sanctioned Pharitaya National Party won 99 of 100 seats in Parliament.

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	While the 19th century saw gradual reforms and occasional revolutions, the dual Opthelian-aristocratic system held remarkably well, even social norms shifted. Further technological innovations like steam powered machinery further increased agricultural yields, enabling Eddington to functionally ignore the colony. Strong administrative control insulated the nation from many of the social shocks experienced in nearby nations like Haesan in the early 20th century, and independence movements, to the minimal extent they were able to operate in secrecy, were scarcely able to gain momentum throughout the colonial period. The relationship between Opthelia and the Seven Houses continued to be steady and symbiotic, and Pharitaya emerged as the crown's model colony after the loss of Haesan.		While the 19th century saw gradual reforms and occasional revolutions, the dual Opthelian-aristocratic system held remarkably well, even social norms shifted. Further technological innovations like steam powered machinery further increased agricultural yields, enabling Eddington to functionally ignore the colony. Strong administrative control insulated the nation from many of the social shocks experienced in nearby nations like Haesan in the early 20th century, and independence movements, to the minimal extent they were able to operate in secrecy, were scarcely able to gain momentum throughout the colonial period. The relationship between Opthelia and the Seven Houses continued to be steady and symbiotic, and Pharitaya emerged as the crown's model colony after the loss of Haesan.

	However, the [[Great War]] brought with it the most significant fracture between the ruling elite and the Opthelian government. In 1963, Eddington had given the order for Opthelian troops from Pharitaya to assist in the Daryan invasion of Haesan. Given that the ruling aristocrats were Haean and had close ties to Haesan, they were vehemently opposed to that plan of action. Secretly, they had enlisted a group of saboteurs to ensure the deployment was derailed, and on April 16, 1963, HMS Vigilance and several other support ships were intentionally sunk in Rimbawan Harbor, with ~~hundred~~ of Opthelian sailors onboard. Due to the wartime conditions, it was nearly impossible to retaliate, and once Opthelia declared neutrality, several thousand Pharitayans would support the reclamation of Haesan. However, at the conclusion of the war, the incident still caused a significant rift between the Opthelian governate and the aristocratic houses. Eventually, after years of worsening relations, the colony held an independence referendum in which 85% voted to start an independent state.{{Efn\|The legitimacy of this referendum is still up for debate amongst historians today. There is evidence that the Seobhagunnang severely rigged ballots and engaged in voter intimidation in pro-Opthelian areas; however, most of the population was likely already opposed to Opthelian rule.}} Without the resources or willpower to fight the popular resentment building up against their regime,{{Efn\|At least in part, this resentment was fostered by the Seven Houses, who engaged in widespread propaganda campaigns.}} on May 23, 1977, the last Opthelian ship left Rimbawan Harbor and Pharitaya was an independent state.		However, the [[Great War]] brought with it the most significant fracture between the ruling elite and the Opthelian government. In 1963, Eddington had given the order for Opthelian troops from Pharitaya to assist in the [[Darya\|Daryan]] invasion of Haesan. Given that the ruling aristocrats were Haean and had close ties to Haesan, they were vehemently opposed to that plan of action. Secretly, they had enlisted a group of saboteurs to ensure the deployment was derailed, and on April 16, 1963, HMS Vigilance and several other support ships were intentionally sunk in Rimbawan Harbor, with hundreds of Opthelian sailors onboard. Due to the wartime conditions, it was nearly impossible to retaliate, and once Opthelia declared neutrality, several thousand Pharitayans would support the reclamation of Haesan. However, at the conclusion of the war, the incident still caused a significant rift between the Opthelian governate and the aristocratic houses. Eventually, after years of worsening relations, the colony held an independence referendum in which 85% voted to start an independent state.{{Efn\|The legitimacy of this referendum is still up for debate amongst historians today. There is evidence that the Seobhagunnang severely rigged ballots and engaged in voter intimidation in pro-Opthelian areas; however, most of the population was likely already opposed to Opthelian rule.}} Without the resources or willpower to fight the popular resentment building up against their regime,{{Efn\|At least in part, this resentment was fostered by the Seven Houses, who engaged in widespread propaganda campaigns.}} on May 23, 1977, the last Opthelian ship left Rimbawan Harbor and Pharitaya was an independent state.

	=== Republican Period ===		=== Republican Period ===
	Immediately after		Immediately after the Opthelians left, the Seven Houses immediately attempted to crush republican minded uprisings, but as mass protests continued to swell in size, they found themselves without the capacity to handle the situation. In February 1978, the Seobhagunnang sent missives to Haesan and Misumi requesting support in maintaining the status quo. Both [[Henri Lagarde\|Lagarde]] and Onishi{{Efn\|Chiyoko Onishi, Prime Minister of Misumi, 1976—1983}} sent troops to assist, fearing the instability a power vacuum would cause. With the foreign support, the Seven Houses were able to reassert control over the nation within months and enacted a new constitution, enshrining an ostensibly republican system in which they maintained nearly total control. The first election took place on July 3, 1978; the regime sanctioned Pharitaya National Party won 99 of 100 seats in Parliament.

			Pharitaya was rapidly transformed after oil and natural gas reposits were found within its maritime Exclusive Economic Zone in 1983, and rapidly the nation became flush with wealth as the Seven Houses built up Petrotaya, the state oil company. The government would then rapidly reform nearly all of society, enabling a social net and economic motor from the oil wealth. Reforms to education enabled Pharitaya to become a leader in tech, reforms to healthcare helped eliminate preventable diseases that had long plagued the nation's rural population, and universal living stipends meant that the nation's poverty rate went to almost zero. Those changes also precipitated great migration to urban areas with a higher concentration of high-skilled jobs, especially Puri Rimbawan, whose population nearly doubled from 7 million in 1985 to 13 million in 2015. Oil wealth also allowed the Seobhagunnang to build up Seriwon into a luxury oasis which attracted ultra-high net worth individuals to the country, further increasing its inequality to the highest levels in the IDU.

	== Geography & Climate ==		== Geography & Climate ==

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	[[File:Fort Jarvis Rampart.jpg\|left\|thumb\|A rampart at Fort Jarvis in Rimbawan Harbor, the home of the Opthelian colonial garrison.]]		[[File:Fort Jarvis Rampart.jpg\|left\|thumb\|A rampart at Fort Jarvis in Rimbawan Harbor, the former home of the Opthelian colonial garrison.]]
	In 1736, Suyang fell to Opthelian colonial forces, and Opthelia laid claim to all Haesanite provinces, including Pharitaya and Seogura. That year, the Declaration of Governance in the Orient established the Pharitaya Colony out of those two provinces, ruled by a governor under the Opthelian crown. Under the advice of governor Hiram Ashworth, the current aristocratic system seemed to work well for the benefit of the Opthelian state, seeing as "the well-heeled Haesanite aristocrats are by far the pleasantest to engage with, having many of the same inclinations as one might find in the salons of Eddington."<ref>Letter to His Majesty Regarding the Proper Governance of Pharitaya, Hiram Ashworth, 1737</ref> As such, the Opthelian government collaborated with the established Seven Houses, where the aristocrats would ensure that Opthelia received its cut of trade profits while the Opthelians would provide technological and military support to ensure the aristocrats successfully maintained power.		In 1736, Suyang fell to Opthelian colonial forces, and Opthelia laid claim to all Haesanite provinces, including Pharitaya and Seogura. That year, the Declaration of Governance in the Orient established the Pharitaya Colony out of those two provinces, ruled by a governor under the Opthelian crown. Under the advice of governor Hiram Ashworth, the current aristocratic system seemed to work well for the benefit of the Opthelian state, seeing as "the well-heeled Haesanite aristocrats are by far the pleasantest to engage with, having many of the same inclinations as one might find in the salons of Eddington."<ref>Letter to His Majesty Regarding the Proper Governance of Pharitaya, Hiram Ashworth, 1737</ref> As such, the Opthelian government collaborated with the established Seven Houses, where the aristocrats would ensure that Opthelia received its cut of trade profits while the Opthelians would provide technological and military support to ensure the aristocrats successfully maintained power.

			While the 19th century saw gradual reforms and occasional revolutions, the dual Opthelian-aristocratic system held remarkably well, even social norms shifted. Further technological innovations like steam powered machinery further increased agricultural yields, enabling Eddington to functionally ignore the colony. Strong administrative control insulated the nation from many of the social shocks experienced in nearby nations like Haesan in the early 20th century, and independence movements, to the minimal extent they were able to operate in secrecy, were scarcely able to gain momentum throughout the colonial period. The relationship between Opthelia and the Seven Houses continued to be steady and symbiotic, and Pharitaya emerged as the crown's model colony after the loss of Haesan.

			However, the [[Great War]] brought with it the most significant fracture between the ruling elite and the Opthelian government. In 1963, Eddington had given the order for Opthelian troops from Pharitaya to assist in the Daryan invasion of Haesan. Given that the ruling aristocrats were Haean and had close ties to Haesan, they were vehemently opposed to that plan of action. Secretly, they had enlisted a group of saboteurs to ensure the deployment was derailed, and on April 16, 1963, HMS Vigilance and several other support ships were intentionally sunk in Rimbawan Harbor, with hundred of Opthelian sailors onboard. Due to the wartime conditions, it was nearly impossible to retaliate, and once Opthelia declared neutrality, several thousand Pharitayans would support the reclamation of Haesan. However, at the conclusion of the war, the incident still caused a significant rift between the Opthelian governate and the aristocratic houses. Eventually, after years of worsening relations, the colony held an independence referendum in which 85% voted to start an independent state.{{Efn\|The legitimacy of this referendum is still up for debate amongst historians today. There is evidence that the Seobhagunnang severely rigged ballots and engaged in voter intimidation in pro-Opthelian areas; however, most of the population was likely already opposed to Opthelian rule.}} Without the resources or willpower to fight the popular resentment building up against their regime,{{Efn\|At least in part, this resentment was fostered by the Seven Houses, who engaged in widespread propaganda campaigns.}} on May 23, 1977, the last Opthelian ship left Rimbawan Harbor and Pharitaya was an independent state.

			=== Republican Period ===
			Immediately after

	== Geography & Climate ==		== Geography & Climate ==

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	In the early 9th century, northern tribes unified under the banner of the Chanthahom clan began their march southward through the central river valleys on a mission to unify the lands of Pharitaya under one ruler. As the Sitrakun Dynasty of the south had long been neglecting the military in favor of religious largess, the northerners easily captured the lavish but underprepared southern cities, and Samat I was pronounced as the first leader of the unified Kingdom of Pharitaya. Samat I moved the capital to Sibu for its central location and converted to Sasna Thaya to ingratiate himself with his new southern subjects. Despite the northern rulers having typically more formal and archaic language and etiquette and different social and cultural customs, through intelligent policies and general tolerance of ethnic diversity, there was relatively little upheaval at the beginning of this new dynasty.		In the early 9th century, northern tribes unified under the banner of the Chanthahom clan began their march southward through the central river valleys on a mission to unify the lands of Pharitaya under one ruler. As the Sitrakun Dynasty of the south had long been neglecting the military in favor of religious largess, the northerners easily captured the lavish but underprepared southern cities, and Samat I was pronounced as the first leader of the unified Kingdom of Pharitaya. Samat I moved the capital to Sibu for its central location and converted to Sasna Thaya to ingratiate himself with his new southern subjects. Despite the northern rulers having typically more formal and archaic language and etiquette and different social and cultural customs, through intelligent policies and general tolerance of ethnic diversity, there was relatively little upheaval at the beginning of this new dynasty.

	The ensuing years would see Pharitaya prosper off the back of the silk trade, as the terraces of the northern river valleys were seamlessly connected with the port cities of the southern coast. The Chanthahom Dynasty was known for its advances in science and technology, along with its patronage of traditional arts and theatre. With this prosperity came leaders who sought to use this wealth to expand Pharitaya's influence. In 1124, Thani II launched an offensive on the Mizu port city of Saikane, with the aim of conquering the territory. Undermatched and in unfamiliar territory, the Pharitayans were easily defeated, and the Mizu counteroffensive pushed into southwestern Pharitaya. Ultimately, Pharitaya would surrender and pay reparations of 1,000 reams of silk, but Mizu patrols would continue to harass Pharitayan border towns for decades after the event.		The ensuing years would see Pharitaya prosper off the back of the silk trade, as the terraces of the northern river valleys were seamlessly connected with the port cities of the southern coast. The Chanthahom Dynasty was known for its advances in science and technology, along with its patronage of traditional arts and theatre. With this prosperity came leaders who sought to use this wealth to expand Pharitaya's influence. In 1124, Thani II launched an offensive on the Mizu port city of [[Saikane]], with the aim of conquering the territory. Undermatched and in unfamiliar territory, the Pharitayans were easily defeated, and the Mizu counteroffensive pushed into southwestern Pharitaya. Ultimately, Pharitaya would surrender and pay reparations of 1,000 reams of silk, but Mizu patrols would continue to harass Pharitayan border towns for decades after the event.

	By the early 14th century, misrule would lead the Chanthahom Dynasty into stasis, but three critical developments would threaten the Kingdom as a whole. First, sustained flooding for decades threatened the agricultural stability of the nation, and thrust much of the population into food insecurity. Second, the arrival of Islamic missionaries from Neria by way of the Slokasian island chain greatly disrupted the social order, as many turned to Islam in the time of crisis. Lastly, a more militant Haesan continued to demand ever greater tributes for peace, which the struggling monarchy rapidly found itself unable to pay. Eventually, in 1398, this would come to a head as the Haesanite Empress Min dispatched a navy to Pharitaya in order to conquer it, ending the Kingdom of Pharitaya.		By the early 14th century, misrule would lead the Chanthahom Dynasty into stasis, but three critical developments would threaten the Kingdom as a whole. First, sustained flooding for decades threatened the agricultural stability of the nation, and thrust much of the population into food insecurity. Second, the arrival of Islamic missionaries from Neria by way of the Slokasian island chain greatly disrupted the social order, as many turned to Islam in the time of crisis. Lastly, a more militant Haesan continued to demand ever greater tributes for peace, which the struggling monarchy rapidly found itself unable to pay. Eventually, in 1398, this would come to a head as the Haesanite Empress Min dispatched a navy to Pharitaya in order to conquer it, ending the Kingdom of Pharitaya.
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	Pharitaya was governed at first as a strict governorship of Haesan, with a governor who oversaw the two provinces of Pharitaya (in the south) and Seogura (in the central valleys and the northern foothills). While allowing for religious and cultural tolerance, the governorship was brutal in terms of its management and economic governance. Haesanite technologies were implemented throughout society in order to maximize production of silk and tea, often disrupting long held ways of life in villages across the colony and forcing many into clearly defined labor roles. Furthermore, the governance of the colony was conducted entirely in Haean, and access to education was limited only to those locals clearly loyal to the government. The capital was also moved to the small island fortress of Seriwon, where the Haean government had full oversight. During much of the period, attempting to study Haean or gain otherwise unapproved education was a capital offense. These policies were dramatically unpopular, and throughout the period of governorship-based rule, revolts were common, and a large Haesanite military presence was maintained in the colony.		Pharitaya was governed at first as a strict governorship of Haesan, with a governor who oversaw the two provinces of Pharitaya (in the south) and Seogura (in the central valleys and the northern foothills). While allowing for religious and cultural tolerance, the governorship was brutal in terms of its management and economic governance. Haesanite technologies were implemented throughout society in order to maximize production of silk and tea, often disrupting long held ways of life in villages across the colony and forcing many into clearly defined labor roles. Furthermore, the governance of the colony was conducted entirely in Haean, and access to education was limited only to those locals clearly loyal to the government. The capital was also moved to the small island fortress of Seriwon, where the Haean government had full oversight. During much of the period, attempting to study Haean or gain otherwise unapproved education was a capital offense. These policies were dramatically unpopular, and throughout the period of governorship-based rule, revolts were common, and a large Haesanite military presence was maintained in the colony.

	By the early 16th century, the Haesanite government was strained for resources, having to ward off Valahandian invasion from the south and Costenan invasion from the east. Unable to maintain its traditional control over Pharitaya, the govenrment in Suyang abandoned the traditional governorship system in favor of an unorthodox power sharing agreement with seven prominent Haean merchant families in Pharitaya. The families would administer the economic aspects of society and divine political systems as they saw necessary, with the sole goal of running an efficient economy that can funnel resources to Suyang while requiring the minimal level of government oversight or expenditure. The Seven Houses divided up the economy into sectors, each falling under the purview of a specific house, and the heads of those houses would coordinate on issues involving those that would overlap. In order to maintain maximum efficiency, the original heads also established that their successors would always be handpicked from the most competent amongst those in their area of business. This system allowed for much greater economic liberalization, and the resumption of pre-governorship ways of life, but preserved many of the technological improvements of the governorship era.		By the early 16th century, the Haesanite government was strained for resources, having to ward off Valahandian invasion from the south and Costenan invasion from the east. Unable to maintain its traditional control over Pharitaya, the govenrment in Suyang abandoned the traditional governorship system in favor of an unorthodox power sharing agreement with seven prominent Haean merchant families in Pharitaya. The families would administer the economic aspects of society and divine political systems as they saw necessary, with the sole goal of running an efficient economy that can funnel resources to [[Suyang]] while requiring the minimal level of government oversight or expenditure. The Seven Houses divided up the economy into sectors, each falling under the purview of a specific house, and the heads of those houses would coordinate on issues involving those that would overlap. In order to maintain maximum efficiency, the original heads also established that their successors would always be handpicked from the most competent amongst those in their area of business. This system allowed for much greater economic liberalization, and the resumption of pre-governorship ways of life, but preserved many of the technological improvements of the governorship era.

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			[[File:Fort Jarvis Rampart.jpg\|left\|thumb\|A rampart at Fort Jarvis in Rimbawan Harbor, the home of the Opthelian colonial garrison.]]
	In 1736, Suyang fell to Opthelian colonial forces, and Opthelia laid claim to all Haesanite provinces, including Pharitaya and Seogura. That year, the Declaration of Governance in the Orient established the Pharitaya Colony out of those two provinces, ruled by a governor under the Opthelian crown. Under the advice of governor Hiram Ashworth, the current aristocratic system seemed to work well for the benefit of the Opthelian state, seeing as "the well-heeled Haesanite aristocrats are by far the pleasantest to engage with, having many of the same inclinations as one might find in the salons of Eddington."<ref>Letter to His Majesty Regarding the Proper Governance of Pharitaya, Hiram Ashworth, 1737</ref> As such, the Opthelian government collaborated with the established Seven Houses, where the aristocrats would ensure that Opthelia received its cut of trade profits while the Opthelians would provide technological and military support to ensure the aristocrats successfully maintained power.		In 1736, Suyang fell to Opthelian colonial forces, and Opthelia laid claim to all Haesanite provinces, including Pharitaya and Seogura. That year, the Declaration of Governance in the Orient established the Pharitaya Colony out of those two provinces, ruled by a governor under the Opthelian crown. Under the advice of governor Hiram Ashworth, the current aristocratic system seemed to work well for the benefit of the Opthelian state, seeing as "the well-heeled Haesanite aristocrats are by far the pleasantest to engage with, having many of the same inclinations as one might find in the salons of Eddington."<ref>Letter to His Majesty Regarding the Proper Governance of Pharitaya, Hiram Ashworth, 1737</ref> As such, the Opthelian government collaborated with the established Seven Houses, where the aristocrats would ensure that Opthelia received its cut of trade profits while the Opthelians would provide technological and military support to ensure the aristocrats successfully maintained power.

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	=== Religion ===		=== Religion ===
	[[File:Sasna Thaya temple.jpeg\|thumb\|Sasna Thaya is the most commonly practiced religion in Pharitaya, although Haean Celestialism is the nation's official religion.]]		[[File:Sasna Thaya temple.jpeg\|thumb\|Sasna Thaya is the most commonly practiced religion in Pharitaya, although Haean Celestialism is the nation's official religion.]]
	[[Celestialism]] is the official religion of Pharitaya; however, it is estimated only around 15% of Pharitayans practice the religion. Despite the often authoritarian nature of Pharitaya's government, religious pluralism is accepted, and there is broad religious diversity. The indigenous Sasna Thaya religion, a samsaric belief system in which believers seek enlightenment through meditation, is the most popular religion in the nation, estimated to have about 12 million followers, mainly from those of the Thaya (Tae) ethnicity. Islam is also a major religion in the nation, with many Qazzafi (Kasa) devoutly practicing various forms of Sunni Islam. Most cities and towns with a significant Muslim population, most notably, Puri Rimbawan, will pause for the Muslim call to prayer, and the weekend is generally considered to be Friday and Saturday. Pharitaya hosts a notable Minjian and Neo-Minjian population, especially amongst those of Mizu descent whose ancestors came to Pharitaya to freely practice their religion. [[Church of Sanctaria\|Sanctarian Catholicism]] is practiced by about 2% of the population, a result of missionary work during the 19th and early 20th centuries.		[[Celestialism]] is the official religion of Pharitaya; however, it is estimated only around 15% of Pharitayans practice the religion. Despite the often authoritarian nature of Pharitaya's government, religious pluralism is accepted, and there is broad religious diversity. The indigenous Sasna Thaya religion, a samsaric belief system in which believers seek enlightenment through meditation, is the most popular religion in the nation, estimated to have about 12 million followers, mainly from those of the Thaya (Tae) ethnicity. Islam is also a major religion in the nation, with many Qazzafi (Kasa) devoutly practicing various forms of Sunni Islam. Most cities and towns with a significant Muslim population, most notably, Puri Rimbawan, will pause for the Muslim call to prayer, and the weekend is generally considered to be Friday and Saturday. Pharitaya hosts a notable [[Minjian]] and Neo-Minjian population, especially amongst those of Mizu descent whose ancestors came to Pharitaya to freely practice their religion. [[Church of Sanctaria\|Sanctarian Catholicism]] is practiced by about 2% of the population, a result of missionary work during the 19th and early 20th centuries.

	=== Language ===		=== Language ===