Barbarian Republic

Barbarijse Republiek
Flag [[|85px|Coat of Arms of Barbary|frameless]] Coat of Arms
Motto: Pay the toll or drink the salty water
Anthem: Song of the Sailor Lost at Sea
Map versions	Pending
Capital	Arvidsudde
Largest city	Straitburgh
Official language(s)	common Alriggian
Official religion(s)	Theist
Demonym	Barbarian
- Adjective	Barbarian
Government	Republic
- President	Vacant
- Legislature	Council of Arvidsudde
Establishment	1685
Area
Population
Currency	Jingdaoese Kala
Calendar
Time zone(s)	CMT-3
Mains electricity
Driving side	Right
Track gauge
National website	government.bar
National forum	On the Bastion Union
National animal
National food
National drink
National tree
Abbreviation	BAR

The Barbarian Republic (Dutch: Barbarijse Republiek) is a nation in Western Southern Cibola. It considers itself a successor state to Alrig and South Batavia. The nation was founded in 1685 after the Batavian Revolution and the Jingdaoese-Alriggian War created the opportunity. South Batavians living in Bretalyon sought an alliance with Alriggians living unhappily in Sankt Ludwigshafen. A provisional government was formed by representatives of major corporations and labour unions on the first day of the 6th month of 1685, which issued a proclamation declaring the establishment of the republic on the seventh day of that month. The declaration was sent to 's-Koningenwaarde but no answer was given, as at the same time King Arkadius the IVth was reported to have suffered from a mental breakdown following the start of the Batavian Revolution and developments in the southern colonies were not closely monitored. Without response from Benacia, nothing stopped the provisional government to put up placards throughout the city declaring the republic's independence. Confused police departments who did not receive orders from 's-Koningenwaarde either, did nothing to obstruct the secessionists. At the end of the 7th month, most government organisations active in the region had adapted to the new reality and the MCS was informed that the Barbarian Republic had assumed control over the territory.

Economy

The Barbarian Republic is dependent on maritime trade for its income. Barbarian traders find customers for their goods in all countries of Micras, though the ports in some nations are only frequented under the cover of the night. Compared to the trading fleets of larger maritime nations, Barbarian traders tend to employ lighter and faster ships. While they can carry a smaller cargo weight, their ability to deliver quick and besides the official ports gives them a competitive edge. Fishing provides income to a significant portion of the population but few fish is exported. Tourism is a small but growing industry, with some Natopians visiting Arvidsudde to learn more about the background of Nathaniel Ayreon-Kalirion who was born there and lived there before his adoption by Shirerithian Kaiser Elijah Ayreon and Natopian Emperor Nathan Waffel-Paine. Artefacts proclaimed to have belonged to Nathaniel are often sold in city markets, but their provenance is often uncertain.

In order to traverse the Barbarian Strait, a small token of appreciation is requested for obligatory piloting services. This provides a welcome addition to the treasury.

Religion

The customary religion everyone in Alrig is expected to adhere to is Barbarian theism, which is the belief in a supreme God who can be called Lord or Cato. The religion is based on Alriggian theism. It is accepted that foreigners perform worship services for other gods they revere, but they are expected to also worship Cato. Besides Cato, many demigods are highly respected, these are usually beautified historical figures. Examples are: Mordechai ben Erasmus, Miguel Windsor, Sisera bat Erasmus, Balqis Addurasalaam, Ludwig von Walstadt, Elijah Ayreon and Hieronim Erazm. It is believed that all these demigods live on the cliff that overlooks the strait of Barbary. However, in order not to disturb the demigods and bring misfortune to the city, no one is allowed to go up there and check.