Kingdom of Sandor
Sandor (pronounced: SAN- DOOR) is an island situated in the Southern Hemisphere consisting of metropolitan Sandor and 4 overseas territories. The citizens of Sandor are known as Sandorians or commonly as Sands.
The island enjoys a beautiful coastline of sandy beaches around the country and the benefits of both the Coral Ocean and the Oniro sea. The whole country also has 10 beautiful rivers and lakes with the Lucent River stretching from the Coral Ocean up north to the Oniro Sea in the South. The north enjoy a breathtaking view of the Grantel mountains in the Canton of Jura, Kasotown and Vallon. The country’s Cantons make a combined area of 594,801 square kilometres and a total population of 55. 8 million citizens and counting. Political Structure Sandor is a unitary parliamentary government with a constitutional monarchy. The current monarch is King Henri II who ascended to the throne at 18 after the tragic death of his father Henri I, mother Queen Amelia and brother Prince Louis in a plane crash over the Grantel mountains. The current Prime minister is Jordan Huntley of the Progressive Party who is on the third year of a 5 year term. The country prides itself on it’s strong economic, cultural and scientific accomplishments internationally. Geography The capital city is Valhillso Creek with a population of 8.3 million people. It is a global city and the epicentre of finance for Sandor. Other major cities are based in Leesburg, Gentilly, Aux Chilton, Arbourg, Zanji, Sotho and Durban. Brief History
For generations and generations the Mashujaa Wakuu (South) and the Gauls (North) lived side by side, trading between themselves peacefully. This was until 500 years ago when the two kingdoms came together to fight a common enemy which threatened the freedom and way of life for both nations. Upon winning the war, King François of the Gauls and Queen Ayanna of the Mashujaa Wakuu agreed on an alliance which would join the two kingdoms and their respective territories. This would later be known as Modern day Sandor. This worked under the agreement that the two monarchies would merge with a marriage between the Dauphin Sebastien and Princess Amira. Their wedding day marked the official unification of the country’s and is now celebrated as Formation Day. Royal Family Every blood member of the family is expected to receive a traditional French name and carry the last name Renaldi. Adopted children and their descendants may opt for other names as long as they are far down in the line of succession. Upon birth each blood member of the family is granted a duchy which they are free to use once they turn 18. King Henri was granted the Duchy of Jura even though he no longer uses it. HRH Princess Charlene can be referred to as the Duchess of Montreux and HRH Princess Jacqueline was granted the Duchy of Durban. Although Princess Clarisse doesn’t legally have a Duchy she is likely to receive the Duchy of Dith. Most royals have waited until marriage to officially use their dukedoms. The heir to the throne is also entitled to the Duchy of Sands which they can use to support themselves and their children. The line of succession goes according to order of birth. However, the monarch is free to chose the heir between their children regardless of order. (Every monarch in history has chosen their oldest child) This has to be done officially in front of Parliament before the oldest child turns 22 or the next in line takes over in the line. If the monarch dies without declaring an heir, the power moves to the nobles who will decide on their preferred ruler amongst the children. Royal Weddings In accordance to culture, the Monarch has to approve of the marriages of the first 5 royals in the line of succession. The couple is expected to have a traditional blessing ceremony with close family and friends which is believed to bind their spirits together for eternity. This is later followed by a white wedding in the church which is usually broadcasted live on national TV. The spouse of a monarch is automatically called a Queen or King Consort respectively. Whilst, the spouse of a blood royal is called a Prince or Princess consort respectively however the monarch needs to grant permission for this to be legally binding.
Culture, traditions, religion Sandorian culture is characterised by diversity, which is reflected in a wide range of traditional customs stemming from the early Guals and Mashujaa Wakuu tribes. The official languages of Sandor are English, French, Similish and Swahili. Members of the royal family speak all of them fluently and new members are required to take lessons. All 4 are also taught equally in schools and proficiency in at least two are requirement for those who wish to claim citizenship. The national flower of the country is the peony which has a history of over 2,000 years. The flower has become a symbol of harmony and prosperity for the people and grows mainly in the East of the country. The royal family are of Christian Faith and regularly attend church services especially for Winterfest and Pâques. New members must be baptised in the church before marriage. As for the rest of the country 20% is Muslim, 55% Christian, 10% Catholic 17% are Spiritual, and 3% are non practicing/non believers Foreign Relations Sandor often avoids alliances which may involve military, political, or direct economic action and has been neutral since the end of the Battle of Sancerre. Their policy of neutrality has been formally recognised by the United Nations since 1955. Key Public Holidays Mardi Gras: This is a carnival celebration of life which happens at the end of Pâques. The main events take place in the Canton of Gentilly Formation Day: This is a celebration to mark the confederation of Sandor which took place with the signing of the Constitution Act of 1853. Noël: Also known as Winterfest is a celebration of the birth of Christ and marked with the a church service before a big feast with one’s family. Jour des Aieux: A celebration of all the ancestors that have passed on including those that have died in war fighting to maintain the freedoms of the Sands. Harvestfest: A day where Sands gather their closest friends and family for the grand meal and reflect on their highs and lows over the past year. Bonfire Night: A national celebration to symbolise the victory the purging of the enemy from Sandorian land and waters. To mark the occasion Parliament organises a firework display to go off on the first weekend of winter. Climate
The country is generally very warm all year round. However, the north experiences a few months of very cold weather in the fall/winter season.
