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NewOriginalSchwann: I got sick of opening this whenever I came to check the holidays.

2026-05-22T21:10:25Z

I got sick of opening this whenever I came to check the holidays.

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	Holidays in the Empire can be broken down into two types: religious holidays, usually feast days, and government or social holidays. The first are widely celebrated social occasions that provide rare occasions for all social classes to mix. Feasts are often the largest communal event of the calendar year. Of the non-religious holidays, some are officially celebrated holidays, while some may only be official in certain regions or planets.		Holidays in the Empire can be broken down into two types: religious holidays, usually feast days, and government or social holidays. The first are widely celebrated social occasions that provide rare occasions for all social classes to mix. Feasts are often the largest communal event of the calendar year. Of the non-religious holidays, some are officially celebrated holidays, while some may only be official in certain regions or planets.

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	===Dominian Holidays===		===Dominian Holidays===
	~~<div class="mw-collapsible-content">~~		* '''January 1st: New Year's Day''' <br>
	January 1st, New Year's Day <br>		* '''February 3rd: Feast of Devotion''' - A feast dedicated to those in lower stations or classes, it celebrates all those who work to keep society functioning from the bottom up. <br>
	February 3rd, Feast of Devotion - A feast dedicated to those in lower stations or classes, it celebrates all those who work to keep society functioning from the bottom up. <br>		* '''April 3rd: Feast of Faith''' - A feast especially dedicated to the Goddess, this holiday is celebrated widely across all social classes, especially priests. <br>
	April 3rd, Feast of Faith - A feast especially dedicated to the Goddess, this holiday is celebrated widely across all social classes, especially priests. <br>		* '''May 22nd: Worker's Day''' - A holiday similar to the Feast of Devotion, but more widely celebrating all who work in some way. <br>
	May 22nd, Worker's Day - A holiday similar to the Feast of Devotion, but more widely celebrating all who work in some way. <br>		* '''June 3rd: Feast of Loyalty''' - This feast celebrates soldiers and all professions that rely upon loyalty and fealty to something higher. <br>
	June 3rd, Feast of Loyalty - This feast celebrates soldiers and all professions that rely upon loyalty and fealty to something higher. <br>		* '''July 7th: Founding Day''' - One of the oldest holidays celebrated in the Empire, especially on Dominia, it remembers the first time colonists set foot on the planet. <br>
	July 7th, Founding Day - One of the oldest holidays celebrated in the Empire, especially on Dominia, it remembers the first time colonists set foot on the planet. <br>		* '''July 29th: Victory Day''' - The official Army holiday, it celebrates the victory over the Confederacy and the creation of the Empire of Dominia. July 29th is recognized as a National Day of Mourning in Fisanduh, and conflict in the region is known to flare up around this date. <br>
	July 29th~~, -~~ Victory Day - The official Army holiday, it celebrates the victory over the Confederacy and the creation of the Empire of Dominia. July 29th is recognized as a National Day of Mourning in Fisanduh, and conflict in the region is known to flare up around this date. <br>		* '''August 3rd: Feast of Remembrance''' - This feast remembers all who have passed on to the Goddess. It is a somber holiday spent with close friends and family. <br>
	August 3rd, Feast of Remembrance - This feast remembers all who have passed on to the Goddess. It is a somber holiday spent with close friends and family. <br>		* '''September 3rd: Feast of Joy''' - The largest celebration of the Dominian year. This holiday is occasioned by massive feasts, tournaments, and social gatherings. <br>
	September 3rd, Feast of Joy - The largest celebration of the Dominian year. This holiday is occasioned by massive feasts, tournaments, and social gatherings. <br>		* '''October 29th: Day of Crossroads''' - A government holiday celebrating the completion of the first major section of the Imperial Railroad. <br>
	October 29th, Day of Crossroads - A government holiday celebrating the completion of the first major section of the Imperial Railroad. <br>		* '''November 17th: Navy Day''' - The Navy's official holiday, this holiday is primarily celebrated by those affiliated with the Navy in some way. A fleet review is traditionally held on this date by the Emperor. <br>
	November 17th, Navy Day - The Navy's official holiday, this holiday is primarily celebrated by those affiliated with the Navy in some way. A fleet review is traditionally held on this date by the Emperor. <br>		* '''December 3rd: Feast of Renewal''' - A feast to celebrate the past year and look with hope toward the coming year, with prayers and praises often given to this effect. <br>
	December 3rd, Feast of Renewal - A feast to celebrate the past year and look with hope toward the coming year, with prayers and praises often given to this effect. <br>		* '''December 25th: Giving Day''' - A feast day involving the giving of gifts to friends and family. This holiday was heavily influenced by Christmas, which was celebrated by the original colonists. <br>
	December 25th, Giving Day - A feast day involving the giving of gifts to friends and family. This holiday was heavily influenced by Christmas, which was celebrated by the original colonists. <br>

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	==Cuisine==		==Cuisine==

NewOriginalSchwann: The hanged man strangles the rope (this update does not contain any poetry, unfortunately.

2025-08-18T02:58:08Z

The hanged man strangles the rope (this update does not contain any poetry, unfortunately.

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Triogenix at 13:40, 16 August 2025

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	'''Lord Knight of the Tribunal Manfred Strelitz''' - A man easily recognized by many across the Empire and even beyond, especially amongst the youth, Manfred is a member of the Tribunal Investigation Constabulary and perhaps the most famous witchfinder in the history of the Empire due to the short story series The Great Witchfinder. Traditionally printed as singular stories without illustrations and on cheap materials to ensure they are affordable for even the least fortunate children of the Empire, they cover dramatised accounts of Manfred’s exploits over decades of service. These stories are told from the perspective of his Goddess-touched assistant Emilia Allard, a Reacher Ma’zal whom Manfred saved from a coven of witches in the swamps of Sun Reach and acts as invaluable aid through her abilities as a seer. Refusing promotion out of the field, his knighthood was given as an alternative way to honour one of the most famous figures of the Tribunal. Manfred is a staunch conservative and Katarinan, even more so than the Knight Commander and many within the order say that once Louis passes on, Manfred will become the new Knight Commander of the Tribunal.		'''Lord Knight of the Tribunal Manfred Strelitz''' - A man easily recognized by many across the Empire and even beyond, especially amongst the youth, Manfred is a member of the Tribunal Investigation Constabulary and perhaps the most famous witchfinder in the history of the Empire due to the short story series The Great Witchfinder. Traditionally printed as singular stories without illustrations and on cheap materials to ensure they are affordable for even the least fortunate children of the Empire, they cover dramatised accounts of Manfred’s exploits over decades of service. These stories are told from the perspective of his Goddess-touched assistant Emilia Allard, a Reacher Ma’zal whom Manfred saved from a coven of witches in the swamps of Sun Reach and acts as invaluable aid through her abilities as a seer. Refusing promotion out of the field, his knighthood was given as an alternative way to honour one of the most famous figures of the Tribunal. Manfred is a staunch conservative and Katarinan, even more so than the Knight Commander and many within the order say that once Louis passes on, Manfred will become the new Knight Commander of the Tribunal.

	~~==News Media==~~

	The press is not free in the Empire and is subject to extensive state control and censorship. Most press outlets are controlled by either the state itself or House Caladius, with few independent news outlets existing, most in Novi Jadran’s cities and none reaching beyond the planet in their distribution — the independence of papers such as the Jadranic Record is viewed by some as a gesture of goodwill towards the “model colony” of the Empire.

	The most widespread news service in the Empire is the Imperial News Network, a state media organization that operates print, broadcast (via the Imperial Broadcasting Company), and online editions free of charge throughout the Empire. Foreign news media is limited in the Empire. Coalition and Elyran sources are banned from the Empire while Bieselite and Solarian sources are permitted, though they are reviewed and censored by the Imperial Institute of Cultural Affairs prior to publication. Broadcasting an Elyran or Coalition news source within the Empire is a capital offense under Imperial civil law. Listening to an Elyran or Coalition news source is punishable by time in jail for repeat offenders and fines for most first-time offenses.

	==The Imperial Institute of Cultural Affairs==		==The Imperial Institute of Cultural Affairs==

NewOriginalSchwann at 01:34, 31 October 2024

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	'''Dame Companion Alojzia Molnarova''' - Director Molnarova's association with the Cup and Coin remains shrouded in secrecy. While she has given no official confirmation of her invitation it is widely acknowledged as an open secret that holds membership in the order, much as other agents of His Majesty's Imperial Intelligence Directorate are believed to be members of the Order. Speculations about her membership fuel the rumour mill, leading to various tales about her involvement in 'paganic, religious ceremonies,' or even plots to overthrow the Emperor. Anyone found spreading such baseless nonsense is quickly unmasked as a shell and faces swift execution. A more plausible rumour suggests that the Director accepted the invitation on the Emperor's behalf, ensuring that the nobility remains loyal to their rightful ruler. With mere gossip as evidence the true motives and intentions of Director Molnarova remain an enigma, leaving one to wonder what intrigues she may be orchestrating behind the scenes.		'''Dame Companion Alojzia Molnarova''' - Director Molnarova's association with the Cup and Coin remains shrouded in secrecy. While she has given no official confirmation of her invitation it is widely acknowledged as an open secret that holds membership in the order, much as other agents of His Majesty's Imperial Intelligence Directorate are believed to be members of the Order. Speculations about her membership fuel the rumour mill, leading to various tales about her involvement in 'paganic, religious ceremonies,' or even plots to overthrow the Emperor. Anyone found spreading such baseless nonsense is quickly unmasked as a shell and faces swift execution. A more plausible rumour suggests that the Director accepted the invitation on the Emperor's behalf, ensuring that the nobility remains loyal to their rightful ruler. With mere gossip as evidence the true motives and intentions of Director Molnarova remain an enigma, leaving one to wonder what intrigues she may be orchestrating behind the scenes.

	'''Dame Companion ~~Kamilia~~ Strelitz''' - A prominent figure in Zavodskoi Interstellar and a close confidante of Lyudmila Zavodskoi, Kamilia's rise to the position of Chief Security Officer unsurprisingly earned her an invitation into the esteemed Order of the Cup and Coin. Her induction set a significant precedent, as many other high-ranking executives and members of Zavodskoi soon found themselves integrated into the Order's structure. Kamilia is renowned for her unwavering dedication to promoting the interests of Zavodskoi and strategically expanding its influence within the Empire. The benefit of sharing a space with many of the most influential figures in the Imperial economy cannot be understated, just as being close to her benefits them.		'''Dame Companion Kamilla Strelitz''' - A prominent figure in Zavodskoi Interstellar and a close confidante of Lyudmila Zavodskoi, Kamilia's rise to the position of Chief Security Officer unsurprisingly earned her an invitation into the esteemed Order of the Cup and Coin. Her induction set a significant precedent, as many other high-ranking executives and members of Zavodskoi soon found themselves integrated into the Order's structure. Kamilia is renowned for her unwavering dedication to promoting the interests of Zavodskoi and strategically expanding its influence within the Empire. The benefit of sharing a space with many of the most influential figures in the Imperial economy cannot be understated, just as being close to her benefits them.

	====The Holy Order of the Exemplars of the Goddesses’s Will====		====The Holy Order of the Exemplars of the Goddesses’s Will====

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	'''Dame Commander Annaliese Strelitz''' - If anyone were to be considered the face and heart of the Order it would be its treasurer, Annaliese Strelitz. The Dame Commander invests much time attending and organising social events within the Order, often inviting non-members and fellow Imperial aviators to observe its activities. This cavorting has won her friends both inside and outside of the Order – especially with those who wish to associate themselves with the prestige of knighthood or aspire to become knights themselves. Many connections useful to Annaliese and the Imperial Flying Corps were made through the Order. Annaliese is known for her commitment to the ideals and image of Knighthood, proclaiming herself to be the, “Paragon of Knightly Virtue, '' even amongst her peers. She is always decorated in symbols of the Order and has a reputation for being exacting on any younger knights who fail to reach her high standards, particularly those of the Imperial Flying Corps. Annaliese is well-known for her attendance and organisation of Parades, where she rides atop a pure white horse dressed in a commissioned set of gleaming platemail with grand wings rising from the back and adorned with full Order regalia.		'''Dame Commander Annaliese Strelitz''' - If anyone were to be considered the face and heart of the Order it would be its treasurer, Annaliese Strelitz. The Dame Commander invests much time attending and organising social events within the Order, often inviting non-members and fellow Imperial aviators to observe its activities. This cavorting has won her friends both inside and outside of the Order – especially with those who wish to associate themselves with the prestige of knighthood or aspire to become knights themselves. Many connections useful to Annaliese and the Imperial Flying Corps were made through the Order. Annaliese is known for her commitment to the ideals and image of Knighthood, proclaiming herself to be the, “Paragon of Knightly Virtue, '' even amongst her peers. She is always decorated in symbols of the Order and has a reputation for being exacting on any younger knights who fail to reach her high standards, particularly those of the Imperial Flying Corps. Annaliese is well-known for her attendance and organisation of Parades, where she rides atop a pure white horse dressed in a commissioned set of gleaming platemail with grand wings rising from the back and adorned with full Order regalia.

	'''Knight Commander Kasz Han’san''' - Granted a knighthood due to his work as Chief Minister of Unathi Affairs, Han’san fills a vital position as the most respected Unathi of the Order and the only one of his species among its commanders. Due to the dominance of House Strelitz within the Order, many of its upper echelons want little to do with Unathi knights - which has led to Kasz becoming unofficially responsible for matters concerning the Unathi knights of the Order. While this duty goes unrecognised by the Order’s leadership, Kasz has acquired a great deal of goodwill among the Order unathi for his work. Despite his advanced age Kasz is frequently seen at Order events decorated in its livery, and frequently speaks on the importance of the ideals and virtues of knighthood in maintaining the Empire’s dignity and honour.		'''Knight Commander [[Unathi_in_Dominia#Kasz_Han'san\|Kasz Han’san]]''' - Granted a knighthood due to his work as Chief Minister of Unathi Affairs, Han’san fills a vital position as the most respected Unathi of the Order and the only one of his species among its commanders. Due to the dominance of House Strelitz within the Order, many of its upper echelons want little to do with Unathi knights - which has led to Kasz becoming unofficially responsible for matters concerning the Unathi knights of the Order. While this duty goes unrecognised by the Order’s leadership, Kasz has acquired a great deal of goodwill among the Order unathi for his work. Despite his advanced age Kasz is frequently seen at Order events decorated in its livery, and frequently speaks on the importance of the ideals and virtues of knighthood in maintaining the Empire’s dignity and honour.

	====The Imperial Order of the Golden Albatross====		====The Imperial Order of the Golden Albatross====

NewOriginalSchwann: Added Silvie and Lisek's knightly orders.

2024-03-09T00:20:11Z

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Captain Gecko: Minor changes part of the Dominian Unathi Update.

2023-06-06T21:19:18Z

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	==Interspecies Relations==		==Interspecies Relations==

	Though Unathi have joined Dominia’s rise to the international scene, points of contention exist between humans and Unathi in the budding country. A sect of humans, a noteworthy amount being Fisanduhian, resent Unathi being accepted into the country. For some, this can be attributed to xenophobic roots; isolation from the greater galaxy for some time could explain this general behavior. Alternatively, their allegiance is sworn to the Emperor could be seen as a form of meddling in an internal conflict the Unathi should never be a part of. The problem still exists either way, and discrimination and hate crimes targeting Unathi are a significant problem within the empire.		Though Unathi have joined Dominia’s rise to the international scene, points of contention exist between humans and Unathi in the budding country. A sect of humans, a noteworthy amount being Fisanduhian, resent Unathi being accepted into the country. For some, this can be attributed to xenophobic roots; isolation from the greater galaxy for some time could explain this general behavior. Alternatively, their allegiance is sworn to the Emperor and role played in the occupation of Fisanduh could be seen as a form of meddling in an internal conflict the Unathi should never be a part of. The problem still exists either way, and discrimination and hate crimes targeting Unathi are a significant problem within the empire.

	Another sizable distinction between these two different groups is their views on religion. While it is true the fanatical Unathi contributed some of their religious ideals to the Morozi religion, various people of either species struggle with a singular and unifying interpretation of the religion. The Han’sans and the Strelitz lean towards traditional, stricter interpretations of the Kaelkahist denomination, whereas many Dominians within the Empire -- particularly those affiliated with Houses Volvalaad and Zhao -- and the Kazhkz go by more liberal Jakakhist interpretation. Religious disputes often flare over decisions in faith as a result. More interestingly, however, is the tendency for some Unathi to revere the Aspects of the Goddess and the Goddess herself as great powers in a pantheon rather than singular parts of a whole. With this, a few Unathi even recognize and venerate powerful spirits, whether ancestors or those of lore, and pay regular tribute to them. The Han’sans are more prone to this traditional worship, stemming from their Th’akhist practices and both admirable and stubborn dedication to the old ways. Compared to the overly devout practices of the Unathi, most worship towards the Tribunal from humans remains seemingly tokenistic and unenthusiastic for most, merely going through the motions to satisfy the state-mandated religion rather than having faith. In either case, the clashing perspectives on the Morozi faith have yet to be settled and reconciled, and likely will not for some time.		Another sizable distinction between these two different groups is their views on religion. While Kasz Han’san, as Chief Minister of Unathi Affairs managed to convince Dominia’s Sinta population to convert over matters of honors, it’s clear that some worship the Goddess more out of necessity rather than out of honest devotion. On the more sincere side, while it is true the fanatical Unathi contributed some of their religious ideals to the Morozi religion, various people of either species struggle with a singular and unifying interpretation of the religion. The Han’sans and the Strelitz lean towards traditional, stricter interpretations of the Kaelkahist denomination, whereas many Dominians within the Empire -- particularly those affiliated with Houses Volvalaad and Zhao -- and the Kazhkz go by more liberal Jakakhist interpretation. Religious disputes often flare over decisions in faith as a result. More interestingly, however, is the tendency for some Unathi to revere the Aspects of the Goddess and the Goddess herself as great powers in a pantheon rather than singular parts of a whole. With this, a few Unathi even recognize and venerate powerful spirits, whether ancestors or those of lore, and pay regular tribute to them. The Han’sans are more prone to this traditional worship, stemming from their Th’akhist practices and both admirable and stubborn dedication to the old ways. In either case, the clashing perspectives on the Morozi faith have yet to be settled and reconciled, and likely will not for some time.

	Between the two species, despite their differences, developments in culture see them both coming together. House Caladius in particular enjoys close relationships and collaboration with House Kazhkz; while they are not nearly as established as the other Great Houses, the Unathi house is seeing quicker development thanks to House Caladius’ abilities with infrastructure development. In turn, some Unathi see service within Caladius as religious acolytes or, should they feel their talents are away from battle, banking and management. Though there is some disdain between them, the Houses usually see some interplay and “swapping” of members, with House Kazhkz and Zhao seeing the most resistance to exchanging talents between them. The Kazhkzs hold open arms to those who wish to make a little more money and “have a little more fun” as they would impishly put it, and similar minds craving adventure (and that are more liberal in nature) often venture to House Volvalaad.

	Unathi have taken a liking to most Dominian pastimes— fencing and martial arts were both contests of skill and prowess on Moghes, and even the Emperor remarked on their skills before they swore into the Empire. However, the most surprising of these activities was their interest in video games. Due to Unathite physiology though, special controllers and grips have to be ordered custom made for anyone seriously into the hobby.		Unathi have taken a liking to most Dominian pastimes— fencing and martial arts were both contests of skill and prowess on Moghes, and even the Emperor remarked on their skills before they swore into the Empire. However, the most surprising of these activities was their interest in video games. Due to Unathite physiology though, special controllers and grips have to be ordered custom made for anyone seriously into the hobby.

Lonefly: Category consistency.

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Category consistency.

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