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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 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. | '''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 some 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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After anywhere from a year to a few months without inhabitants, former resident CallMiiChad joined the server again, noting that the town firstly not longer existed, and that it had fallen to raiders and plunderers. When other members joined back, they still had their diamond armor and tools. Thus, they were ready to enjoy the town again, although it was not an official administrative unit. This backfired heavily, as hunters—players with a yearning for human blood and the theft of their items—began rocking the town. Using potions of invisibility, all of the former highly valued items were lost to the hands of murderers. | After anywhere from a year to a few months without inhabitants, former resident CallMiiChad joined the server again, noting that the town firstly not longer existed, and that it had fallen to raiders and plunderers. When other members joined back, they still had their diamond armor and tools. Thus, they were ready to enjoy the town again, although it was not an official administrative unit. This backfired heavily, as hunters—players with a yearning for human blood and the theft of their items—began rocking the town. Using potions of invisibility, all of the former highly valued items were lost to the hands of murderers. | ||
The residents of KalKash were not shaken by this, but instead worked hard to rebuild the town to prevent such plundering from occurring ever again. They would begin to accumulate swathes of gold as a collective to remake KowKash, meanwhile they debated whether to keep that name or if it was even correct. In the end, everyone agreed on the Soon-to-be Mayor CallMiiChad's proposal to name the town KalKash, given its translation to "happiness." | The residents of KalKash were not shaken by this, but instead worked hard to rebuild the town to prevent such plundering from occurring ever again. They would begin to accumulate swathes of gold as a collective to remake KowKash, meanwhile they debated whether to keep that name or if it was even correct. In the end, everyone agreed on the Soon-to-be Mayor CallMiiChad's proposal to name the town KalKash, given its translation to "happiness." | ||
The town square was then reclaimed, under the official name of the "Town of KalKash." Next to be claimed was the house of ANAPHIKISTHEMAN, then the house of mizellland, then the house of the mayor, CallMiiChad. After that, the rest was claimed gradually. On November 8th, 2025, the town was officially renamed | The town square was then reclaimed, under the official name of the "Town of KalKash." Next to be claimed was the house of ANAPHIKISTHEMAN, then the house of mizellland, then the house of the mayor, CallMiiChad. After that, the rest was claimed gradually. On November 8th, 2025, the town was officially renamed to the "Free Town of KalKash." The members took an oath, recognizing the incoming server reset in May of 2026, that they would keep KalKash alive and well in its final months. | ||
KalKash began to expand rapidly, not merely in size, but in economic respects. The crops grew, and the shop was restored by mizellland. With the large increase in agricultural products, trade had added to the KalKashian economy in gradual amounts. On December 19th, the first diplomatic relations were established with the nearby eastern town of Evergreen, Cascadia. The KalKashian diplomats, consisting of ANAPHIKISTHEMAN and CallMiiChad, were greeted amicably by the sole member and founder, CalmSpirit. It was agreed that a KalKashian flag would be placed to mark a pinpoint on a map of the region, which was carried out immediately. | KalKash began to expand rapidly, not merely in size, but in economic respects. The crops grew, and the shop was restored by mizellland. With the large increase in agricultural products, trade had added to the KalKashian economy in gradual amounts. On December 19th, the first diplomatic relations were established with the nearby eastern town of Evergreen, Cascadia. The KalKashian diplomats, consisting of ANAPHIKISTHEMAN and CallMiiChad, were greeted amicably by the sole member and founder, CalmSpirit. It was agreed that a KalKashian flag would be placed to mark a pinpoint on a map of the region, which was carried out immediately. | ||
===== Anti-Cascadian Movement ===== | |||
Anti-Cascadian sentiment had existed in the town since its re-foundation, but only grew and eventually became official town policy. As far as the townsfolk were concerned, the town's former time in Cascadia may have seen initial investment with diamonds, but this was seen more so as a bribe than actual care for the town. The town, now fairing well on its own, had made clear its manifesto to establish a new nation that opposed what was seen as Cascadian imperialism. The movement notably does not target Cascadian civilians, but rather it targets the nation and its expansion across North America and encourages independence from Cascadia and the formation of smaller nations. | |||
== Geography == | == Geography == | ||