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|Full_name=Free Town of KalKash | |Full_name=Free Town of KalKash | ||
|Established=2024(?) on initial founding, modern town founded November 1st, 2025 | |Established=2024(?) on initial founding, modern town founded November 1st, 2025 | ||
|Population= | |Population=13 | ||
|Chunks= | |Chunks=53 | ||
|Continent=[[North America (Continent)|North America]] | |Continent=[[North America (Continent)|North America]] | ||
|political_system=Independent town under an executive mayoralty with no elections | |political_system=Independent town under an executive mayoralty with no elections | ||
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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. | '''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. However, as of January 4, 2026, the original mayor of the town joined to see what it has become, and as we get more information, the Wiki will be updated. A few things are certain though. First, KalKash was originally a part of [[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. This requires more confirmation from the original mayor. Next, the original mayor of the town was "Swaggyxoashe." 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." | The name KalKash translates to "happiness." Interestingly, there is no official language that recognizes the term "KalKash" as happiness. It is unknown from where the deifinition originated from. KalKash was not originally the name of the town. As said by the previous mayor, the town was first called "KowKash." "KowKash" is also not recognized in any language as happiness either. It is possible that "KowKash", the original town name, may have been a mishearing or misspelling of the Hindu term, "Khawāsh," or "Khush." More input from the mayor will be needed. | ||
= History = | |||
===== Pre-Abandonment ===== | ===== Pre-Abandonment ===== | ||
[[File:KalkashFounders.webp|thumb|The founders of modern-day KalKash. From left to right, they are CallMiiChad, ANAPHIKISTHEMAN, and mizellland.]] | [[File:KalkashFounders.webp|thumb|The founders of modern-day KalKash. From left to right, they are CallMiiChad, ANAPHIKISTHEMAN, and mizellland.]] | ||
KalKash was a part of Cascadia before its abandonment. To the east, it had contact with the city known as [[Aurora:Purest Pines|Purest Pines]], a successful city given its location also in Central-East Canada. | It unknown exactly when KalKash was founded, but it was likely some time in 2024 or maybe late 2023. It was founded by Swaggyxoashe, who originally named it "KowKash". CallMiiChad, the current mayor of KalKash, joined the town not too long after. The town wasn't very populated, according to the original mayor. CallMiiChad and ANAPHIKISTHEMAN were 2 of the only residents. KowKash was a part of Cascadia before its abandonment. To the east, it had contact with the city known as [[Aurora:Purest Pines|Purest Pines]], a successful city given its location also in Central-East Canada. KowKash did have moderate gains from being part of Cascadia, having valuable resources such as diamonds and other ores. | ||
It also yielded decent crops, with its members travelling all the way to South Asia to obtain sugar cane and grow it locally. Most of the sugar cane farms survived the abandonment and are still harvested to this day. An automated cactus farm was also made. This was a good investment, as it gave KalKash a renewable source of green dye. | |||
The government house, located at the west end of the town, contained a bank. Most of the town's internal affairs were conducted in that building. | The government house, located at the west end of the town, contained a bank. Most of the town's internal affairs were conducted in that building. | ||
===== Post-Abandonment ===== | ===== Post-Abandonment ===== | ||
After anywhere from a year to a few months without inhabitants, former resident CallMiiChad joined the server again, noting that the town firstly | After anywhere from a year to a few months without inhabitants, former resident CallMiiChad joined the server again, noting that the town firstly, no longer existed, and secondly, 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 pillaging 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 questionable 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 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. | 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. Diplomatic relations would also later be set up with the town of Fishing, a town in Hawaii part of the nation of Oahu that supplied valuable resources to KalKash, such as kelp, and villagers. Unfortunately the villagers died on the journey back to KalKash, on December 31st. | ||
Near the start of the new year, KalKash had started to grow in population as well. This was huge to KalKash as it meant that more members could contribute to the town. The increase in residents also allowed for more plots to be claimed. | |||
===== Anti-Cascadian Movement ===== | ===== Anti-Cascadian Movement ===== | ||
''(Main article: [[Aurora:Anti-Cascadianism|Anti-Cascadianism]])'' | ''(Main article: [[Aurora:Anti-Cascadianism|Anti-Cascadianism]])'' | ||
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 (Continent)|North America]] and encourages independence from Cascadia and the formation of smaller nations. | 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 (Continent)|North America]] and encourages independence from Cascadia and the formation of smaller nations. | ||
===== Plans on Becoming a Nation ===== | |||
Since KalKash's reformation, the town has had aspirations to become a nation. Unfortunately, with the cost of becoming a nation sitting at an unbelievably high cost of 2048 gold, KalKash is stuck at being a town. However, our gold supply is rising quickly, already at around 1100 gold. We also have residents with plans on making a town inside our nation. With EarthMC's 2.1 rule for nations, the name KalKash cannot be kept. After careful consideration, KalKashians decided on naming the soon to be nation, the Weagamow Confederation (pronounced WAW-guh-mow,) based off of the Weagamow Lake in North-east Ontario. A flag has also been designed, keeping the yellow sun in the middle, with blue diagonal stripes and red and green being split diagonally in the middle. | |||
KalKash sits in a highly rural area of Central Canada south of the Hudson bay. The area is often described as swampy, despite it not being officially in a swamp biome. Water sits in almost puddled amounts each time it appears on the ground, with some river-like streams around. The ground is generally flat, with some minor inconsistencies in ground level, but nothing more than a | = Geography = | ||
KalKash sits in a highly rural area of Central Canada south of the Hudson bay. The area is often described as swampy, despite it not being officially in a swamp biome. Water sits in almost puddled amounts each time it appears on the ground, with some river-like streams around. The ground is generally flat, with some minor inconsistencies in ground level, but nothing more than a few blocks in most cases. Surrounding the town, there are plenty of abandoned structures, once-functioning towns, and even cities that never seemed to get a proper start in civilization attempts. | |||
= Law = | |||
[[File:KalKashTownHall.webp|thumb|The Town Hall of KalKash]] | [[File:KalKashTownHall.webp|thumb|The Town Hall of KalKash]] | ||
KalKash has an established judiciary system where people may see their case presented before a court in the Town Hall's right wing. [[Aurora:List of court cases in KalKash|The first criminal case]] was held on November 10th, 2025. | KalKash has an established judiciary system where people may see their case presented before a court in the Town Hall's right wing. [[Aurora:List of court cases in KalKash|The first criminal case]] was held on November 10th, 2025. | ||
Currently, a law book is still underway to determine how citizens of KalKash should act. The law book will not be anything that stands out from other areas, and will likely be very standard for a book of law. | Currently, a law book is still underway to determine how citizens of KalKash should act. The law book will not be anything that stands out from other areas, and will likely be very standard for a book of law. | ||
= Economy = | |||
KalKash's economy is mostly funded by gold crates. Every day, citizens are expected to do /vote and obtain gold crates. These crates give a random amount of gold, ranging from 1 to 64. Voting is the backbone of KalKash's economy, and without it, we definitely would not have been as successful as we are. KalKash also has a shop with low prices that minimally contributes to the economy. Gold is very rarely found in the mines of KalKash. | |||
KalKash cultivates crops such as wheat, | = Agriculture = | ||
KalKash cultivates crops such as wheat, beetroot, and potatoes. These crops are not only grown to ensure survival of its inhabitants, but also serve to contribute to a strengthening economy. The automated 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 sector sees rapid expansion in KalKash, and serves as a key aspect of its economy. | 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. | ||
[[File:KalKashCactusFarm.webp|thumb|KalKash's cactus farm]] | [[File:KalKashCactusFarm.webp|thumb|KalKash's cactus farm (Image Outdated)]] | ||
===== 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. | 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. | ||
= Buildings and Structures = | |||
KalKash features a town hall, mineshaft, and wooden houses made up of spruce and deepslate 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 wooden houses made up of spruce and | |||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
|+ List of Structures in KalKash | |+ List of Structures in KalKash | ||
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| Town Hall || | | Town Hall (Image Outdated) || | ||
[[File:KalKashTownHall.webp|thumb]] | [[File:KalKashTownHall.webp|thumb]] | ||
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[[File:ANAPHIKISTHEMANHouse.webp|thumb]] | [[File:ANAPHIKISTHEMANHouse.webp|thumb]] | ||
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| mizellland's House || | | mizellland's House (Image Outdated) || | ||
[[File:MizelllandHouse.webp|thumb]] | [[File:MizelllandHouse.webp|thumb]] | ||
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[[File:KalKashCactusFarm.webp|thumb]] | [[File:KalKashCactusFarm.webp|thumb]] | ||
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| Standard Crop Farm || | | Standard Crop Farm (Image Outdated) || | ||
[[File:KalKashWheatFarm.webp|thumb]] | [[File:KalKashWheatFarm.webp|thumb]] | ||
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| michaeltoetouchr's House || | | michaeltoetouchr's House (Image Outdated) || | ||
[[File:KalkashUninhabitedHouse.webp|thumb]] | [[File:KalkashUninhabitedHouse.webp|thumb]] | ||
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= Diplomacy = | |||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
|+ List of Diplomatic Relations | |+ List of Diplomatic Relations | ||
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| Fishing || December 31th, 2025 | | Fishing || December 31th, 2025 | ||
|} | |} | ||
= Town Symbols | |||
== Banner == | === Banner === | ||
[[File:KalKashBanner.webp|thumb]] | [[File:KalKashBanner.webp|thumb]] | ||
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 horizontal flag version has the light blue stripe at the top, the green stripe in the middle, and the red stripe at the bottom. The civil flag version does not contain a sun, whether the particular banner is vertical or not. | 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 horizontal flag version has the light blue stripe at the top, the green stripe in the middle, and the red stripe at the bottom. The civil flag version does not contain a sun, whether the particular banner is vertical or not. | ||
===== 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. | ||
===== Other Banners ===== | ===== Other Banners ===== | ||
The judge presiding over the Court of KalKash has a banner—named the Judge's Standard—posted above his chair which has a red background, a gray cross, and a light blue outline. The red represents the humanity of the judge, while the gray cross shows the authority he has. The light blue outline signifies the justice that comes from his thoughtful discernments. The mayor, CallMiiChad, uses a personal banner known as the Mayoral Banner, featuring a white background with a red cross, along with two black stripes; one on the top, and one on the bottom. The black stripes overlay the cross, leaving a white box that mirrors the flag of England in the center of a black space. | The judge presiding over the Court of KalKash has a banner—named the Judge's Standard—posted above his chair which has a red background, a gray cross, and a light blue outline. The red represents the humanity of the judge, while the gray cross shows the authority he has. The light blue outline signifies the justice that comes from his thoughtful discernments. The mayor, CallMiiChad, uses a personal banner known as the Mayoral Banner, featuring a white background with a red cross, along with two black stripes; one on the top, and one on the bottom. The black stripes overlay the cross, leaving a white box that mirrors the flag of England in the center of a black space. | ||
== Town Song == | === Town Song === | ||
''(Main article: [[Aurora:"KalKashia, Live Happily!"|"KalKashia, Live Happily!"]])'' | ''(Main article: [[Aurora:"KalKashia, Live Happily!"|"KalKashia, Live Happily!"]])'' | ||
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The song was adopted and signed into an official status by Mayor CallMiiChad on December 2nd, 2025, the day it was created. Since its inception, it has had [https://soundcloud.com/anakin-phillips/0bdce179-024c-4452-a4f5-aaeccfa2e320 one recording]. | The song was adopted and signed into an official status by Mayor CallMiiChad on December 2nd, 2025, the day it was created. Since its inception, it has had [https://soundcloud.com/anakin-phillips/0bdce179-024c-4452-a4f5-aaeccfa2e320 one recording]. | ||
= Notable People = | |||
{| class="wikitable" | {| class="wikitable" | ||
|+ Notable Individuals | |+ Notable Individuals | ||