Geopolitics Roleplay

Pre-Unification (Before 1834):
Before the unification of Svebia, the country was separated into many smaller states, borders somewhat similar to the current province areas. These microstates originally grew through a vast network of farming communities, which records date as far back as the 2nd century. United through a common currency and trader's union, as well as the reformed version of Solailism, they prospered together. The largest city in the area, Prussetwick (now known as Prussetburg) was the economic capital of the region, well into the beginning of the Industrial revolution. With the advancement of machinery however, other cities began to develop, from mechanised farming communities. Cities such as Rejavik to the north-west, and Slovgic to the south rapidly expanded due to the new growth of industry. Due to this, a highly aristocratic society emerged in the leaguestates. These families often controlled many local governments: the biggest of which is the Olhouser family, which still rules the Empire to this day.

Unification (1834-42):
With a developed aristocratic society, the large noble families began to host regional meetings and discussions, with the key focus being the unification of the lands. Some smaller families opposed the idea, however they were brought into line via the use of paid mercenaries and regional militaries. The Olhouser family - the most powerful and dominant estate in the region - diplomatically formed the Svebien Commonwealth. Jarl Olhouser was also named the first "King" of the area, of which all subjects below were duty-bound to serve him. He, unlike his more recent descendants, ruled with an open palm, therefore securing popular support. Rebellions against the newly formed commonwealth arose, but over the next 8 years into 1842, had shrunk to localised, non-violent political movements.

Imperialisation (1842-1915):
With the Olhouser family's firm grip on the Svebien region, the population and economical prowess of the empire grew. It had become one of the largest nations in the continent, and thus required centralisation, in order to remain dominant. As such, reforms began to create an Imperial Svebia - or Svebien Empire. The idea of which wa smet with open hostility, including a small civil war in 1857, where over 750,000 people died as a result of the rioting and fighting. Naturally, due to their overwhelming power and economic strength, the Olhouser dynasty was victorious. With the dissenters vanquished, the Svebien Empire could form, and consolidate it's power over the local region.

The Aftermath of the Great War (1915-1920):
The Great War began over the (Svebien-Named) Hoollousten region. Controlled by Iridar, the Svebien military amassed at the border. Trenches were dug, and millions of Svebiens lost their lives. The national population fell within the 5 years of fighting, from a significant 62 Million, to the 50 Million it is today. 12 Million people, volunteering to fight, or otherwise conscripted towards the end of the war, to fight the outnumbering Iridar-Ryudinian forces, lost their lives on the front lines. The war ended in a Svebien victory, after allied Rhenanian forces attacked the Ryudinian homeland. In the peace treaty, the battle-scarred Hoollousten area was annexed by Svebia and incorporated into it's territories. In 1920, it was added to the Imperial Flag.