1. The Most Metal Republic of the Reborn Norse
When the weak-willed leaders of varying northern nations attempted to ban Viking Metal, the multitude of its most devout listeners took arms. Riots occurred daily, often transforming into bloody moshpit concerts. While some talked of repealing the ban, most believed the riots were but proof of the destructive effect Viking Metal had on society. Soon it became clear to the metalheads that the only way to live as they pleased was to create their own nation; preferably violently. While the revolution began in Sweden, places as far as the USA experienced similar revolts. Within 6 years, the Republic was founded, its black banner flying in the wind, striking fear in the hearts of the non-listeners.
From their capital of New Uppsala (formerly Stockholm), the His Wrathfulness the Allfather and his varying warrior Thanes govern with an iron-fist. All other forms of music are outlawed, dressing in colors deemed 'pastel' is frowned upon, and wearing anything other than Viking-esque clothing is punishable by death. These measures, the government claims, are to ensure that the Revolution continues on without hindrance, as nothing less than Metal-purity would allow for non-listeners to sabatoge all that the Reborn Norse have created.
A society of aggression, expansion, and conquest, the Most Metal Republic of the Reborn Norse seeks to establish Neo-Viking culture as the most supreme. The navies of the nation burn coastal cities to the ground, while their amphibious landings have left little in their wake. Already, Scandinavia, the Baltics, Northern Scotland, and even the coasts of Newfoundland have felt the terror of the Viking metalhead's war-axe. New settlements are created daily, and some fear they cannot be stopped.
2. The People's Rock 'n' Roll Republic of Paradise
A small mountainous, resource rich Republic founded in 1968 on the principles of Rockabilly and Doo Wop by the Eternal Chairman Presley, situated in the former State of Nevada, with it's capital in Paradise City. The Republics Flag consists of a crossed Guitar and Pick, obviously representative of the PRRRPs emphasis on Rock and Mining, with the blue representing the clear sky, and the silver stripe flanked by gold the states rich resources. One of the strongest west coast nation of Post-US North America, there are rumors it may merge with the Hip Hop Free State of Lost Angels and the Banda Social Republic. Currently under the rule of Premier Penniman.
3. The Morris Movement
The United Kingdom’s unilateral declaration of withdrawal from the European Union led to two decades of economic and political chaos. In all the main political parties there was dissention and division, leading to that most un-British phenomenon of the splitting into many small parties.
Into this near vacuum stepped a doyen of traditional Morris Dancing and Music, Theobald Wiggins, who established the Morris Movement as a political party. Using traditional music and dancing as a panacea to the British people’s depression and misery, the new Party adapted the words of an old Cliff Richard song and made that their election motto and song:
“Put on you dancing shoes
And dance away those Blues, Reds, Yellows and Purples.”
(Being a reference, of course, to the colours used by the old “main” political parties).
First the Morris Dancing and Music craze swept the nation and then the ‘MM’ party swept the General Election, capturing 599 seats out of the total 650. The Scottish based Ceilidh Party took 39 of the remaining seats and being akin to the MM’s political dogma, the stage was set for a rapid implementation of dancing ideology.
Only 2 parties were allowed by law – the Ceilidh Party in Scotland and the Morris Movement in the rest of the nation. The term “United Kingdom” gave way to “United Cavortingdom”.
The old Union Flag was replaced with the flag shown below. The central wreath of roses derives from the flowers worn on the hats of Morris Dancers. In Scotland, the letters “MM” are replaced by a somewhat larger “C”.
One interesting development was the replacing of the House of Lords by the Palais de Senate, where matters are decided not by debate but by dancing competitions.
4. Symphonica
In 1848, Prince Florestan I of Monaco is overthrown by a popular uprising of the Roquebrune and Menton townspeoples, protesting against heavy taxation by the reigning Grimaldi family. After a few weeks of rioting, French troops intervened, officially to mediate the situation, unofficially to be sure the rebels don't ask for an annexation to the kingdom of Sardinia. An accord is found: Monaco would retains it autonomy, but the Grimaldi had to leave. A minor and relatively unknown nobleman named Gaston de Novini is vetted for the throne by French and the people after referendum.
A philanthropist and adept violinist, Novini used the money of the rapidly expending Casino industry in the 1850's to fund his idea of a country were music would be held as the ultimate form of art. Opera houses and music schools would welcome artists from all over the world as well as the most talented instrument makers, and Monaco, renamed Symphonica shortly after his death, would become known simply as the City of Music.
When the weak-willed leaders of varying northern nations attempted to ban Viking Metal, the multitude of its most devout listeners took arms. Riots occurred daily, often transforming into bloody moshpit concerts. While some talked of repealing the ban, most believed the riots were but proof of the destructive effect Viking Metal had on society. Soon it became clear to the metalheads that the only way to live as they pleased was to create their own nation; preferably violently. While the revolution began in Sweden, places as far as the USA experienced similar revolts. Within 6 years, the Republic was founded, its black banner flying in the wind, striking fear in the hearts of the non-listeners.
From their capital of New Uppsala (formerly Stockholm), the His Wrathfulness the Allfather and his varying warrior Thanes govern with an iron-fist. All other forms of music are outlawed, dressing in colors deemed 'pastel' is frowned upon, and wearing anything other than Viking-esque clothing is punishable by death. These measures, the government claims, are to ensure that the Revolution continues on without hindrance, as nothing less than Metal-purity would allow for non-listeners to sabatoge all that the Reborn Norse have created.
A society of aggression, expansion, and conquest, the Most Metal Republic of the Reborn Norse seeks to establish Neo-Viking culture as the most supreme. The navies of the nation burn coastal cities to the ground, while their amphibious landings have left little in their wake. Already, Scandinavia, the Baltics, Northern Scotland, and even the coasts of Newfoundland have felt the terror of the Viking metalhead's war-axe. New settlements are created daily, and some fear they cannot be stopped.
2. The People's Rock 'n' Roll Republic of Paradise
A small mountainous, resource rich Republic founded in 1968 on the principles of Rockabilly and Doo Wop by the Eternal Chairman Presley, situated in the former State of Nevada, with it's capital in Paradise City. The Republics Flag consists of a crossed Guitar and Pick, obviously representative of the PRRRPs emphasis on Rock and Mining, with the blue representing the clear sky, and the silver stripe flanked by gold the states rich resources. One of the strongest west coast nation of Post-US North America, there are rumors it may merge with the Hip Hop Free State of Lost Angels and the Banda Social Republic. Currently under the rule of Premier Penniman.
3. The Morris Movement
The United Kingdom’s unilateral declaration of withdrawal from the European Union led to two decades of economic and political chaos. In all the main political parties there was dissention and division, leading to that most un-British phenomenon of the splitting into many small parties.
Into this near vacuum stepped a doyen of traditional Morris Dancing and Music, Theobald Wiggins, who established the Morris Movement as a political party. Using traditional music and dancing as a panacea to the British people’s depression and misery, the new Party adapted the words of an old Cliff Richard song and made that their election motto and song:
“Put on you dancing shoes
And dance away those Blues, Reds, Yellows and Purples.”
(Being a reference, of course, to the colours used by the old “main” political parties).
First the Morris Dancing and Music craze swept the nation and then the ‘MM’ party swept the General Election, capturing 599 seats out of the total 650. The Scottish based Ceilidh Party took 39 of the remaining seats and being akin to the MM’s political dogma, the stage was set for a rapid implementation of dancing ideology.
Only 2 parties were allowed by law – the Ceilidh Party in Scotland and the Morris Movement in the rest of the nation. The term “United Kingdom” gave way to “United Cavortingdom”.
The old Union Flag was replaced with the flag shown below. The central wreath of roses derives from the flowers worn on the hats of Morris Dancers. In Scotland, the letters “MM” are replaced by a somewhat larger “C”.
One interesting development was the replacing of the House of Lords by the Palais de Senate, where matters are decided not by debate but by dancing competitions.
4. Symphonica
In 1848, Prince Florestan I of Monaco is overthrown by a popular uprising of the Roquebrune and Menton townspeoples, protesting against heavy taxation by the reigning Grimaldi family. After a few weeks of rioting, French troops intervened, officially to mediate the situation, unofficially to be sure the rebels don't ask for an annexation to the kingdom of Sardinia. An accord is found: Monaco would retains it autonomy, but the Grimaldi had to leave. A minor and relatively unknown nobleman named Gaston de Novini is vetted for the throne by French and the people after referendum.
A philanthropist and adept violinist, Novini used the money of the rapidly expending Casino industry in the 1850's to fund his idea of a country were music would be held as the ultimate form of art. Opera houses and music schools would welcome artists from all over the world as well as the most talented instrument makers, and Monaco, renamed Symphonica shortly after his death, would become known simply as the City of Music.
