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'''KalKash''', officially the '''Free Town of KalKash''', is an independent [[Town Guide|town]] in the center of the geographic region generally called Canada. It is small in size and population, and is set in a highly rural and swampy area with few resources. The history of the town and surrounding area is not | '''KalKash''', officially the '''Free Town of KalKash''', is an independent [[Town Guide|town]] in the center of the geographic region generally called Canada. It is small in size and population, and is set in a highly rural and swampy area with few resources. The history of the town and surrounding area is not well defined nor is it well-documented, with even its name's origins not being well understood. One certain thing, though, is that it was once part of the [[Cascadia|Republic of Cascadia]]. Aside from this showing in the survival of Cascadian culture in the town, this bit of its history has been passed along orally. It is estimated to have been in a state of abandonment starting sometime in 2024 or early 2025, but has since been reinvigorated by former members who started inhabiting it again in October 2025 and reinstated the town on November 1st. | ||
== Etymology == | == Etymology == | ||
The name KalKash translates to "happiness." There is some debate and confliction with the original naming of the town, with it likely being called "CowCash" or, more likely a similar name, "KowKash." This second spelling is generally agreed upon by historians. Some have also insisted that it was "KalKash" from the beginning. It is not clear if the second K (or C, depending on the spelling) was capitalized in the name prior to abandonment. | The name KalKash translates to "happiness." There is some debate and confliction with the original naming of the town, with it likely being called "CowCash" or, more likely a similar name, "KowKash." This second spelling is generally agreed upon by historians. Some have also insisted that it was "KalKash" from the beginning. It is not clear if the second K (or C, depending on the spelling) was capitalized in the name prior to abandonment. | ||
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== Economy == | == Economy == | ||
===== Agriculture ===== | ===== Agriculture ===== | ||
KalKash cultivates crops such as wheat, sugar cane, and cacti. These crops are to ensure survival of its inhabitants, but also | KalKash cultivates crops such as wheat, sugar cane, and cacti. These crops are not only grown to ensure survival of its inhabitants, but also serve to contribute to a strengthening economy. The cactus farm has been described as rather impressive, as it is a tall structure made up of mostly smooth stone and glass, and it grants a large crop yield in such an odd environment. | ||
Along with crops, KalKash hosts a livestock economy, namely by means of sheep and cattle. Chickens are also cultivated, but they are treated as domestic animals. The agriculture | Along with crops, KalKash hosts a livestock economy, namely by means of sheep and cattle. Chickens are also cultivated, but they are treated as domestic animals. The agriculture sector sees rapid expansion in KalKash, and serves as a key aspect of its economy. | ||
===== Mining ===== | ===== Mining ===== | ||
Beneath the surface, KalKash has an open mine that contains mid-tier ores, such as iron and lapis lazuli. Coal is plentifully abundant, and aids in the industrialization of the town. Generally, the residents use the ''vote'' feature of EarthMC to bring in gold to fund | Beneath the surface, KalKash has an open mine that contains mid-tier ores, such as iron and lapis lazuli. Coal is plentifully abundant, and aids in the industrialization of the town. Generally, the residents use the ''vote'' feature of EarthMC to bring in gold to fund the town. | ||
== Buildings and Structures == | == Buildings and Structures == | ||
KalKash features a town hall, mineshaft, and very cozy wooden houses for its residents. KalKash continually sees expansions by its members as they work hard to be sure that the town shall never be abandoned again. | KalKash features a town hall, mineshaft, and very cozy wooden houses for its residents. KalKash continually sees expansions by its members as they work hard to be sure that the town shall never be abandoned again. | ||
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== Banner == | == Banner == | ||
The Banner of KalKash, with the co-official name of the "Golden Dawn Standard," is a vertical tricolor with | The Banner of KalKash, with the co-official name of the "Golden Dawn Standard," is a vertical tricolor with stripes, from left to right, colored red, green, and light blue, with a yellow daisy decal style in the center of the banner that acts as the Sun. The red symbolizes the blood bond between the residents of KalKash, being more than friends, but a community and family. The green represents the swampy, yet beautiful foliage around the town and the good health of its citizens. The light blue represents the vast sky over Central Canada and thus KalKash, showing that there is no limit to the dreams and accomplishments of KalKashians. The yellow sun represents the light that causes happiness to glisten over KalKash and its inhabitants. The civil flag version does not contain a sun. | ||
===== Judiciary Banner ===== | ===== Judiciary Banner ===== | ||
The Judiciary Banner of KalKash is the same as the regular banner, but with a gray stripe on the left side, representing authority. The light blue on the right side of this version also represents justice, which is the general meaning of the color light blue in the town. | The Judiciary Banner of KalKash is the same as the regular banner, but with a gray stripe on the left side, representing authority. The light blue on the right side of this version also represents justice, which is the general meaning of the color light blue in the town. | ||