11-10-2003, 22:19
The Queendom of Valinarii is announcing that it will begin to be involved in world affairs. We have decided to finally come in personal contact with the other species who liveth above the water. We shall provide a brief history and description of our civilization.
Valinarii is an underwater civilization, but there is no water in its boundaries. A mystical shield protects all of Valinarii, made of a titanium gel that is totally transparent. Its area is about as large as Australia, and rests in the deep ocean of the North Pacific.
There is not air per se in Valinarii. It is such a strange mixture that we cannot possibly describe it in English. It is not of water, but it is not of gas either. Any fish may be able to "fwim" (fly/swim) through the Valin atmosphere.
The Ivatheur (what we call The Shield) is virtually impenetrable, and few have ever crossed it without dying a horrible death. All those not welcome in Valinarii die within 30 seconds of entering our sacred queendom.
The Valin climate is cool for humans, but we consider it quite comfortable. Our average temperature is around 20° Celsius (52° Farenheit). We have many old trees in our land, mostly oak, maple, and hickory. Chinese pistaches are also fairly populated throughout Valinarii.
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We are a race separate from humans, but we are close. Our race is 1/3 of each of the following:
1/3 Mermen
1/3 Elven
1/3 Human
We call our race 'Valinar', hence our civilization's name. To say that we are Valin means that we are "of Valinarii", which simply means we are the Valinar. We welcome all of the galaxies to call us either of the two, it is your choice. :)
Our people are pale with fair hair, sometimes brown. For women to be topless may be considered immoral and barbaric by some, but it is common practice in Valinarii. Their eyes are much like that of humans, and we have the wisdom of the Elves of Lothlorien and Rivendell.
Valinar are equipped with giungs (gills/lungs), and can breathe in air and water. Don't forget that our atmosphere is haiwa (half air/half water).
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Valin buildings are of a fluid gelly substance. All of them are translucent, but can be made opaque. It is common practice for clans to paint their houses the same color. However, the human term "paint" is much different from ours. Our paint is an electric kind, in which there are currents and flashes all within the paint, making it seem alive. The Queen's color has and shall always be Electric Purple. Only the Clan de Royale is allowed to have purple upon its buildings. The most important buildings are painted with a bright light, making it look as if beams of bright white sunlight are scurrying all over the buildings.
The capital of Valinarii is Malentiar, surrounding Lake Adon. It comprises of 15% of the entire population of Valinarii.
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Our system of government is very unique. The Queen has a High Council of One Hundred, which makes passes all the laws of the land. The Queen chooses them herself, and they are usually nobles and members of the Clan de Royale, which is of course the royal family. These 100 Councilours represent the 10 districts of Valinarii, which will be shown at a later date. Our court system is similar to that of the court system of the United States of America, but there is no Supreme Court. Instead, there is the Supreme Councilour, who makes all the court decisions that are brought to him. The Supreme Councilour has always been a male, and shall always be. The people can only vote on simple issues, such as ordinances and taxes in their Villagoen.
Here is the list of govt. sectors from lowest to highest:
Municipality
Borough
Villagoen (similar to metro area)
Province
District
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Valinarii's technology level is mostly futuristic, but we do not have futuristic weapons, such as guns and such. We are mostly protected by spells and wizards. We do have nanomachines, which are responsible for all public construction. There are 5 power plants in Valinarii, which run off salt, and are built underground. Yes, salt is our power supply. It is obviously plentiful in supply, and we have thousands of salt-collecting facilities across the land.
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We shall provide a history of our pacifistic, yet conservative, civilization soon. We welcome any comments, but before we leave, we must provide you with a portrait of our exquisite Queen, Gwendolyn II.
http://www.fanimenation.com/links_images/8/5328-elfink2.jpg
OOC: Btw, this is a new nation of Isla de Penguinata. 8)
Valinarii is an underwater civilization, but there is no water in its boundaries. A mystical shield protects all of Valinarii, made of a titanium gel that is totally transparent. Its area is about as large as Australia, and rests in the deep ocean of the North Pacific.
There is not air per se in Valinarii. It is such a strange mixture that we cannot possibly describe it in English. It is not of water, but it is not of gas either. Any fish may be able to "fwim" (fly/swim) through the Valin atmosphere.
The Ivatheur (what we call The Shield) is virtually impenetrable, and few have ever crossed it without dying a horrible death. All those not welcome in Valinarii die within 30 seconds of entering our sacred queendom.
The Valin climate is cool for humans, but we consider it quite comfortable. Our average temperature is around 20° Celsius (52° Farenheit). We have many old trees in our land, mostly oak, maple, and hickory. Chinese pistaches are also fairly populated throughout Valinarii.
-----------------------------
We are a race separate from humans, but we are close. Our race is 1/3 of each of the following:
1/3 Mermen
1/3 Elven
1/3 Human
We call our race 'Valinar', hence our civilization's name. To say that we are Valin means that we are "of Valinarii", which simply means we are the Valinar. We welcome all of the galaxies to call us either of the two, it is your choice. :)
Our people are pale with fair hair, sometimes brown. For women to be topless may be considered immoral and barbaric by some, but it is common practice in Valinarii. Their eyes are much like that of humans, and we have the wisdom of the Elves of Lothlorien and Rivendell.
Valinar are equipped with giungs (gills/lungs), and can breathe in air and water. Don't forget that our atmosphere is haiwa (half air/half water).
-------------------------------------
Valin buildings are of a fluid gelly substance. All of them are translucent, but can be made opaque. It is common practice for clans to paint their houses the same color. However, the human term "paint" is much different from ours. Our paint is an electric kind, in which there are currents and flashes all within the paint, making it seem alive. The Queen's color has and shall always be Electric Purple. Only the Clan de Royale is allowed to have purple upon its buildings. The most important buildings are painted with a bright light, making it look as if beams of bright white sunlight are scurrying all over the buildings.
The capital of Valinarii is Malentiar, surrounding Lake Adon. It comprises of 15% of the entire population of Valinarii.
-------------------------------------
Our system of government is very unique. The Queen has a High Council of One Hundred, which makes passes all the laws of the land. The Queen chooses them herself, and they are usually nobles and members of the Clan de Royale, which is of course the royal family. These 100 Councilours represent the 10 districts of Valinarii, which will be shown at a later date. Our court system is similar to that of the court system of the United States of America, but there is no Supreme Court. Instead, there is the Supreme Councilour, who makes all the court decisions that are brought to him. The Supreme Councilour has always been a male, and shall always be. The people can only vote on simple issues, such as ordinances and taxes in their Villagoen.
Here is the list of govt. sectors from lowest to highest:
Municipality
Borough
Villagoen (similar to metro area)
Province
District
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Valinarii's technology level is mostly futuristic, but we do not have futuristic weapons, such as guns and such. We are mostly protected by spells and wizards. We do have nanomachines, which are responsible for all public construction. There are 5 power plants in Valinarii, which run off salt, and are built underground. Yes, salt is our power supply. It is obviously plentiful in supply, and we have thousands of salt-collecting facilities across the land.
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We shall provide a history of our pacifistic, yet conservative, civilization soon. We welcome any comments, but before we leave, we must provide you with a portrait of our exquisite Queen, Gwendolyn II.
http://www.fanimenation.com/links_images/8/5328-elfink2.jpg
OOC: Btw, this is a new nation of Isla de Penguinata. 8)