Kastichetshan
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Province of Kastichetshan Kaasty’chyetshan (Tsimshiliit) Capital: Coalburne
Population: 2,464,000 (2021) Motto: TBD Anthem: TBD |
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Kastichetshan is a province within the Dominion of Deodeca. Kastichetshan features a diverse geography and hydrography which combined with native influence has created a significant landscape; it features high-alpine mountains to the west, lush-fertile plains stretching the length of Kastichetshan’s shore, and dense temperate forests. The capital and largest city of Kastichetshan is Coalburne, a significant historical landmark, being one of the first colonies within the Dominion of Deodeca. As well as Coalburne, Kastichetshan features other historical landmarks, including sites in Port Stewart, Fort McCandless, and Cacsaw.
History
Pre-Ulethan History
Proto First-Nation Era
Kastichetshan was originally settled by a group of nomadic tribespeople who migrated to the region from the south as early as TBD. Over time, these tribespeople, including TBD, TBD and TBD, developed a unique culture and language, which became one of the primary foundations of Kastichetshan's identity as a distinct province in Deodeca.
The Northern First Nations
Before the colonization of Kastichetshan, the land was inhabited by several indigenous tribes such as the TBD, TBD, and other tribes of the North First Nations, a group of aboriginals native to Ingerish Asperia and Kastichetshan. These tribes had their own unique cultures, traditions, and languages, but they all shared a deep respect for the natural world.
The people of Kastichetshan were primarily hunter-gatherers, who lived off the land by fishing and hunting animals, primarily bison, rodents, and sometimes birds. They also were fond of gathering wild plants and berries, which were used for many medicinal and cultural practices. They had a deep understanding of the natural world and the cycles of the seasons, which allowed them to develop strong adaptive methods to survive in these lands.
The indigenous tribes of Kastichetshan were also skilled artisans, creating pottery from clay harvested from nearby rivers, as well as textiles and other crafts. They passed down their traditions and knowledge from generation to generation through oral history and storytelling. Despite occasional conflicts and territorial disputes between different tribes, the people of Kastichetshan maintained a strong sense of community and shared values, based on respect for the natural world and the importance of family and community. Overall, the Native people of Kastichetshan had a rich and diverse culture, deeply rooted in their connection to the land and the natural environment. Their way of life and traditions were disrupted by the arrival of colonizers, who brought with them new technologies, religions, and cultures, ultimately leading to the displacement and assimilation of the indigenous population.
Ingerish Colonisation
The First Colonies
Kastichetshan was discovered in the early 17th century by a group of Ingerish explorers who were originally sent by Queen Adelaide of Ingerland. They originated from the cities within the territory of Queen Adelaide Island, who were exploring westward from the island. The first steelement made in Kastichetshan was Fort McCandless, where they further explored westward after establishing a colony. They were drawn to the lush forests, fertile lands, and abundant resources of the region. The colonial settlement of Coalburne was established later in the year, at the mouth of the Tasippah River, at the southern terminus of Saint Mary’s Bay, named after Saint Mary of TBD, a well known christic figure at the time.
Over time, Kastichetshan expanded and became a significant center of trade and commerce in the latter 17th and early 18th centuries, as merchants from Ingerland and Queen Adelaide Island flocked to the province to take advantage of its rich natural resources and strategic location. This period of prosperity was marked by the construction of various grand public works.
Ingerish-Native Interactions
The interactions between the Ingerish settlers and the native peoples during the further colonization of Kastichetshan were complex and varied, depending on the specific historical context and geographic location of each tribes. Similar to the tribes of Queen Adelaide Island, initial interactions between the Ingerish and the Tsimshiliit tribes were relatively neutral: The Ingerish settlers spent most of their time within the colony, while the Tsimshiliit peoples watched from outside. While the neutral interactions in Queen Adelaide Island may suggest that the Ingerish and native peoples in Kastichetshan would have had similar interactions, there are many factors that could have influenced their interactions, such as the specific cultures and traditions of the native peoples, the motivations and attitudes of the Ingerish settlers, and the specific historical context in which they interacted. Initially, the Ingerish settlers and the other native peoples on the mainland may have had relatively peaceful interactions, based on similar interactions with the Tsimshillit peoples. However, as the Ingerish zeal for colonization arose, and their demands for land and resources increased, conflicts and tensions emerged. Some of the TBD peoples became conflicted that the Ingerish peoples’ lack of knowledge of the land would lead to disruption of balance within the ecosystem.