Nova:Nordaustlande
Nordaustlandet is a nation located near Svalbard.
History
Formation
In April of 2020, the historical king of all of Svalbard, ThundorLord, left in a major absence. This left a heavy power gap in the archipelago, which led to unrest throughout the isles. TreePapi, a powerful landowner in Svalbard, proposed a rebel nation to reactivate the dying nation on May 5. On May 7, Nordaustlandet was formed, with Kantbyen immediately seceding from Svalbard. This was falsely reported as a civil war by EMCL, even as the secession was peaceful.
Attempts at International Recognition
In the following days, Nordaustlandet gained two additional cities(Barentsburg and Sveagruva, respectively), and was increasingly recognized as a legitimate state. The NLA sent diplomats to Nordaustlandet, and acknowledged the failure of Svalbard to retain growth. The country eventually gained recognition from 6 foreign nations, and the cities of Hullstad and Pyramiden in Svalbard.
Conflict with Svalbard
Since the Formation of the Nation, there hasn't been too much animosity between the two Nations, fortunately. There aren't any serious or effective plans for War, due to Svalbard being very Unorganized, and Nordaustlandet's King being very passive. Some small factions have appeared within the nations wanting to declare war, however these are unlikely to end up in a full conflict.
Towns
Jordetbyen
Jordetbyen, formerly known as Blomstringenbyen, is the wealthiest city in Nordaustlandet, and its capital.
Kantbyen
Kantbyen was founded by Santacruiser over the cities of Sos-Kablyat and Icemoor. It is among the largest cities in Nordaustlandet, but has the lowest population.
Forlandet
Founded on the island of Prins Karls Forland (Forlandet) by Bobberson07, Forlandet is the largest city by population in the nation, but is heavily geographically isolated, and is at risk of invasion by Svalbard. The town was renamed to Forlandet from Barentsburg (May 14, 2020) due to its location comapared to real life
Sveagruva
A large manufacturing center, Sveagruva was founded by Fritocrusader. It shares the island of Edgeoya with Kantbyen, and is by far the most heavily developed city in the nation, with a high population density.
BarentsBy
A decently sized town on Barentsoya, it has 3 residents has 20 chunks. It was founded by 2019s, also known as Sverre
Pyramiden
The largest town, 192 chunks and 1 resident. It has many farms and is at the core of the island. Mayor is Leathermonster.
Lomfjorden
The town was founded over the ruins of New Randers. It has 28 chunks and one person. Mayor is MizteirKizhin.
Bjorkasen
The town was founded by OneTrust in Mid May. It has 2 residents and 1 chunk.
Government
Nordaustlandet is a monarchy led by King TreePapi. It has no operating government, but it is planning to integrate facets of the oligarchic government seen in the twilight days of Svalbard.
Notable People
- TreePapi
- Santacruiser