Lithene
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Republic of Lithene  Lithenes Republika (Lithan) Capital: Krānpils
Population: 10,541,728 (2023) Motto: Miers ir atbilde ("Peace is the solution") Anthem: Dievs svētī Litheni ("God bless Lithene") |
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Lithene (/ˈlaɪtiːn), officially the Republic of Lithene is a parliamentary republic located in Western Uletha. It is bordered by UL08p∈⊾ and UL11l∈⊾ to the west, UL13e∈⊾ to the east and Pretannia∈⊾, UL08m∈⊾ and UL13g∈⊾ to the south. The country covers a total of 102,701 km², and it can be divided into the central and southern areas being "plainy" and north-eastern and western areas being mountainous. The population is over 10.5 million and it is mostly ethnic Lithans, out of which around 1 million live in Krānpils, the capital of Lithene. The official language is Lithan.
The first Lithan state, the Principality of Haffe, emerged in the late 1100s which was ruled by Robe I, after that followed the Archdiocese of Kraane (1205-1458), then the Duchy of Kraane and Lower Lithe (1670-1892), then the current Republic of Lithene, which gained full independence in late 1918.
Lithene is a member of the Assembly of Nations
Etymology
The name "Lithene" could derive from an ancient or Proto-Lechian root, such as "lit-" or "līt-", which may relate to light, brightness, or stone. This aligns with a landscape that has bright, open plains and mountainous terrain. Another version is that the name could be tied to an ancient hero or ruler named Lithenus, who is said to have united the scattered tribes of the region. Over time, Lithenus’ domain became known as Lithene, carrying the legacy of this legendary figure.
History
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Prehistoric Era
Archeological findings suggest that humans first inhabited the fertile valleys along the Baltupe River around 4000 BCE. These early tribes were primarily hunter-gatherers, transitioning to agriculture over time.
According to Lithan legend, the goddess Māra blessed the land with bountiful rivers and forests. Stone altars dedicated to Māra were built atop sacred hills, some of which remain as cultural heritage sites.
Principality of Haffe
The Principality of Haffe was established in the early 1100s by Prince Robe I, a formidable leader who unified the fragmented Haffian tribes through a combination of military strength and strategic alliances. Declared in 1107, the principality centered around modern day Hafenpils. Under Robe I's rule, the principality expanded its territory, fortified its borders with a series of stone defenses, and laid the foundations for a stable and prosperous medieval state that became influential in regional politics.
Following Robe I’s death in 1132, his son Jan I inherited a strong and stable realm. Under Robe II’s reign, the principality saw further territorial expansion as he sought to establish Haffe as a dominant regional power. He focused on solidifying diplomatic relationships with neighboring states, cementing alliances through marriages and mutual defense pacts.