Prieska



The Grand Duchy of Prieska (or Prieska, for short) was a nation set up by BHD124 for the current roleplay.

History
As written by BHD124 for the nation's forum thread;

''Forming the Western area of Arkavtia, the Grand Duchy of Prieska is a country with long-standing royal traditions maintaining a Grand Duchy for several hundred years. Ever since the Elista Uprising and the resulting Elista Congress, it's citizens are beginning to enjoy increasing amounts of freedom including an elected assembly.  Formed from several merchant states by the first Grand Duke Miklavž Pontus through military a long bloody campaign prevailing through a professional army, back-room deals and diplomacy, the state of Elista prevailed in forcing her neighboring cities into a single unified state through force, fear and love. Pontus remains a national hero as the unifier of Prieska and is often the symbol of nationalism. Recently, it no longer enjoy's the influence it once did as Prieksa's neighbors overtake her in every field. ''

Prieska continues to enjoy good trade from the Sea of Tau into the Veiid and the private economy remains heavily export reliant, notable industries include: fishery, shipbuilding, banking and chemical.

''Prieska is no longer as militaristic as under Grand Duke Miklavž Pontus, the Prieska Armed Forces also known as the "Duke's Army" has deteriorated over the years as economic growth remains priority and funding for the military has been re-routed towards scientific pursuits. ''

''Politically, Prieska today is a Consitutional Monarchy, with a Head of State that is a Grand Duke but also consists of an elected assembly with a vote extended to all citizens above the age of majority. It aims to maintain relatively good relations on the international stage which is essential to its export driven economy. ''