Newfoundland (Aurora)
History
The nation of Newfoundland was founded on Aurora by Bajzyl, on June 6, 2022. Bajzyl, the first King, established the Bazicla Dynasty and invited a few towns to the nation. Bajzyl did not do much with Newfoundland during his rule, resulting in a small, isolated nation with little infrastructure. Bajzyl eventually grew tired of the nation and sold it on January 21, 2023 to Fizzbruv (former Emperor of the Solomon Islands), thus making Fizzbruv the new King. Fizz established the Fizz Dynasty and started work on the nation. He created the Parliament, which limited the Kings power and control over Newfoundland. He also established political districts, or Provinces, which were essentially towns and their political control over a certain area. During his first few weeks as King, 6 new Provinces joined the nation and 30 more players moved to the nation.
Newfoundland's Attempts at the Colonization of Greenland
Newfoundland's Parliament decided to attempt at a colonization plan to colonize Greenland and other parts of the world. 2 Provinces were made there including New Rochefort, lead (at the time) by BlazinDoctor, and Citadel, lead by coleslaw4dinner who decided to aid in Newfoundland's attempts to colonize the coast. However leader of the NSR, a very powerful Empire on EarthMC, told King Fizz II to remove the colonies off the coast or they would counter with an act of war, placing towns in Newfoundland's Mainland.
Parliament eventually decided to let go of Newfoundlandish Greenland's Colonies and focus more on claiming their own mainland. This eased the tensions between Newfoundland and the NSR.
The Departure of King Fizz II
On March 7th, 2023 the 2nd King of Newfoundland, Fizzbruv officially declared his stepping down from the Throne. This in turn made the heir, Prince Drchemisalive the new King and Monarch of Newfoundland.
Fizzbruv later went on to apologize to Parliament for his rash actions and attempted to regain his former throne from Drchemisalive, which was quickly turned down.
Former King Fizzbruv later went on to cause turmoil within Newfoundland's Parliament. Making plans un-retire from EMC and to leave for Italy and bring Parliament members, and the King, with him. This plan ultimately backfired with the new King (Drchemisalive) declaring that he would not be traveling to Italy with him. The other members of Fizz's party began to leave his plans. This, in turn, caused Fizz to create the Town of Luxem (Luxembourg) to rival the nation and create his own empire in Europe.
Recognition of Christianity in Newfoundland Empire
Before and after the departure of King Fizz II, there were many attempts made by Father DirtMan8729 do instill an official religion in Newfoundland. There were Parliament meetings, votes and disputes about having a nation wide religion. After the retirement of King Fizz II, Father Dirt was able to diplomatically discuss with King Drchemisalive III and had successfully completed his mission of the evangelization of Newfoundland.
On March 18, 2023 the announcement was made of Newfoundland's new religion and on March 20, 2023 the first ever Mass was held at the capital, La_Manche in the local church.
Provinces
La Manche
La Manche (Easternmost Province on the island) is the first Province of the Kingdom of Newfoundland. Founded on May 13, 2022, it is one of the oldest towns in Canada on the server. La Manche serves as the capital of the Kingdom and it is where the King lives, as well as where the Parliament building is located.
Torngat
Torngat (informally known as Our Torngat) is the second Province to join the Kingdom of Newfoundland, joining on August 31, 2022. Often referred to as the "City of the north", Torngat is the northernmost Province of Newfoundland and is represented in Parliament by DuimpieDeDuim and Rooftop_Pigeon (The creators of Torngat).
Saint Pierre
Saint Pierre is the third Province to join the Kingdom of Newfoundland, joining on January 19, 2023. It consists of two small islands and a peninsula, making it the smallest Province by land area. It is represented in Parliament by Dirtman8729, who created Saint Pierre and also serves as the Head Priest of Newfoundland.
Saint-Pierre is by far (March 2023) the only Province to recognize Catholicism as the official Religion of the Province. It is also the only Province to have French as one of its official languages, along with English.
Corner Brook
Corner Brook is the fourth Province to join the Kingdom of Newfoundland, joining on January 25, 2023. Even though it is the second oldest town in Newfoundland, it didn't join as a Province until recently, during the Fizz Dynasty. It is represented in Parliament by Sweetea (EWisawesome).
Grey River
Grey River is the fifth Province to join the Kingdom of Newfoundland, joining on February 2, 2023. It is the first town created in Newfoundland after the Fizz Dynasty began, and it is represented in Parliament by Pyrite_, the creator of the town.
Goodburg
Goodburg is the sixth Province to join the Kingdom of Newfoundland, joining on February 8, 2023. It was created by Goodboy1111, who served as Fizz's chancellor during his rule of the Solomon Islands. Goodboy1111 also represents Goodburg in Parliament.
Rivendell
Rivendell is the seventh Province to join the Kingdom of Newfoundland, joining on February 9, 2023. It is the largest Province by area and was founded by Drchemisalive, a former resident of La Manche. Vadapatta represents Rivendell in Parliament.
Rochefort
Rochefort is the eighth Province to join the Kingdom of Newfoundland, joining on February 10, 2023. It was founded by ViikinkiJaVelho, who also represents Rochefort in Parliament.
Kahnawake
Kahnawake is the ninth Province to join the Kingdom of Newfoundland, joining on February 11, 2023. It was admitted into the Kingdom after King Fizz promised to help them fight off New Brunswick from claiming their island. It was created by Vandetti and is represented in Parliament by Hodin.
Englee
Englee is the tenth Province to join the Kingdom of Newfoundland, joining on February 18, 2023. It was bought by the Newfoundland government and then given to Drchemisalive, who left his town of Rivendell to claim Englee. Drchemisalive represents Englee in Parliament.
Saint-Lawrence
Saint-Lawrence is the eleventh Province to join Newfoundland, Joining February 22, 2023. It was founded by (at the time) Prince Drchemisalive. Its main purpose was to be in position to take the soon to be ruined Province of Englee which was destined to fall due to inactivity of its Mayor.
Throbington
Throbington is the eleventh Province to join Newfoundland, joining February 21, 2023. It was founded and still is governed by Casherzz, parliament member and mayor of Throbington.
Flags
The national flag of the Kingdom of Newfoundland is the flag of Newfoundland and Labrador Province in Canada in the real world. This flag was immediately used as the in-game national flag from day one. The white represents snow and ice, the blue represents the sea, the red represents human effort, and the gold represents confidence in the future. It was designed in 1980 by the artist Christopher Pratt.