Wakara
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| "Children of the Sun" | |
 Flag of the Wakara people | |
| Total population | |
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~ 8,900,000 (1717 AN, Indigenous to the area around Lake Cherusken, Keltia) Indigenous to the area around Lake Cherusken, Keltia (including those of ancestral descent) | |
| Regions with significant populations | |
 Nouvelle Alexandrie |
~ 900,000 |
| Languages | |
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Wakara language, | |
The Wakara are an indigenous people autochthonous to the areas around Lake Cherusken in southeastern Keltia. They are known for their rich cultural heritage, spiritual beliefs, and close connection to the natural world. The Wakara have lived in the lands around Lake Cherusken for centuries, maintaining a hunter-gatherer society with a deep spiritual connection to the land. They maintain a complex social structure, with a strong emphasis on community and family. The Wakara are skilled farmers and artisans, producing intricate crafts and textiles.
The arrival of Nouvelle Alexandrie into the Keltian Green has had a profound impact on the Wakara. The tribe has faced significant challenges as the Federal Forces of Nouvelle Alexandrie have sought to establish their presence in the area in Operation Purple Splendor, including displacement from their traditional lands, the destruction of their crops and villages, and the exploitation of their natural resources. Despite these challenges, the Wakara have remained resilient, maintaining their cultural traditions and fighting to protect their way of life. The tribe has formed a close alliance with local environmental organizations and advocacy groups, working to raise awareness about the impacts of Nouvelle Alexandrie's expansion into the Keltian Green.
Terminology
The name "Wakara" is said to have originated from the tribe's ancient creation myth. According to legend, the tribe's first ancestors were born from the union of the sun and the earth, and as a symbol of their birthright, the sun gifted them with the land and the fertility to flourish within it. The name "Wakara" is said to mean "children of the sun" in the tribe's native language, and represents their deep connection to the land and their belief in the cycle of life and renewal. It is said that the Wakara have always lived in harmony with the earth and have been blessed with bountiful crops and rich wildlife, a testament to the power and benevolence of the sun. The name "Wakara" is a symbol of pride for the tribe and is a constant reminder of their spiritual connection to the land and their ancient traditions. The term first officially appeared in modern records as far back as 1514 AN, when Alexandrian explorers and diplomats used the terms Wakara and Wechua to distinguish the two neighboring indigenous Keltian nations in diplomatic cables, briefing reports, and other government reports.
