Holy Empire of the Kappa

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Holy Empire of the Kappa
Heiliges Reich der Kappa (German)
17 March 2021 - present
Flag
Motto: Fortes Fortuna Adiuvat
Fortune Favors the Brave
Anthem: "Andantino in C Major" by Louis Kohler
StatusActive
CapitalSimurgh
Official languagesEnglish
Other languagesGerman
Demonym(s)Kappan
GovernmentMonarchy
Area
• Total
0.0271139 km2 (0.0104687 sq mi)
• Water (%)
0
Population
• 2024 estimate
60+
• 2023 census
57
CurrencyKappan yen (K¥) (KPY)
Time zoneUTC-7 (MST)
• Summer (DST)
Does not observe

The Holy Empire of the Kappa, more commonly known as the Empire, is a secessionist micronation in Southwest Idaho. It is landlocked within the city of Meridian, Idaho and has two territories: the Parklands Territory and the Simurgh Economic Zone. The micronation was founded on 17 March 2021 and has remained relatively active for the three years since.

History

2021

Founding

The Holy Empire of the Kappa was founded on 17 March 2021 as a concept for an eco-society, to demonstrate the principles of living in tune with the environment. The same day as its founding, the Emperor's brother founded another micronation, the Mariana Trench Alliance. On the same day as both nations' founding, they signed the Treaty of Simurgh, permanently allying the two nations.

The next day, 18 March 2021, the Empire formally announced its two territories, the Simurgh Economic Zone and the Parklands Territory.

Throughout the rest of the year, the Empire remained active, not accomplishing much during this time.

2022

TeamValeVRG raid and counter-raid

After reports of a "raid" on the TeamValeVRG Discord server on 29 May 2022, the Kappan Army Special Operations Unit began planning a counter-raid on the attacker or attackers. The mission was successful. A brief period of inactivity ended with the Empire's entrance into the Valentia Pact on 24 July 2022.

Kappan Civil War

The Co-principality of Kappan, a short-lived rebellious state, declared war on the Holy Empire of the Kappa on 5 July 2022 after a dispute about the form of government within the Empire. By the next day, 6 July, the Kappan Civil War had ended, with the leaders of the Co-principality abdicating. Immediately after the formal surrender, the Empire's military budget quadrupled. After a while, the Empire returned to inactivity.

Era of Stagnation concludes

The so-called "Era of Stagnation," the longest period of inactivity in the Empire, ended 7 November 2022, when the governmental position of Minister of the Environment was filled and much more activity began. Many other positions were filled in the next few days, followed by a pair of treaties with other micronations.

2023

Twin revivals

After a long period of inactivity, the Empire revived itself with a concentration on building intermicronational relationships. After a brief period of interaction with Molossia, the Empire faded back into inactivity. On 10 November 2023, the Holy Empire of the Kappa was formally reestablished and began to develop toward macronational recognition.

2024

Heavy snowfall

In early January 2024, the heaviest snowfall on record paralyzed the surrounding macronational city for three to four days. During this time, the Army mobilized its civil defense battalion and assisted in clearing streets, sidewalks, and other facilities within the Parklands Territory and the Simurgh Economic Zone.

Government restructuring

In mid-February 2024, the Kappan government was restructured by decree of the Emperor. The 2024 Kappan general election ended 18 February 2024, electing new members into the Empire's government. From this time until August, the nation ran smoothly, passing several new laws and developing the nation further.

Involvement with the Theritree government-in-exile

After the Gearheart Revolution in the Eco-Republic of Theritree on 7 August 2024, the Holy Empire of the Kappa supported the Theritree government-in-exile. The exile government currently resides in Simurgh.

Politics and government

After the 2024 government restructuring, the government of the Holy Empire of the Kappa is comprised of the Emperor and four members of the cabinet.

Current government

Position Incumbent(s) Responsibilities
Emperor James I, Emperor of the Holy Empire of the Kappa Lead the nation
Secretary of War Andrew I Commander of the military
Secretary of State James I, Emperor of the Holy Empire of the Kappa Lead the nation's diplomatic efforts
Secretary of the Interior unfilled Oversee the internal order of the Empire
Secretary of the Treasury Gunnar I Manage the nation's treasury

Law and order

Police

After the 2024 government restructuring, the police forces of each territory were placed under the Department of the Interior. Due to nonexistent crime rates within the Empire, the police forces receive very little funding or equipment, rendering them a very ineffective group.

Judicial system

The Kappan judicial system comprises of a Supreme Court and the territorial courts of the Simurgh Economic Zone and the Parklands Territory. The judicial system suffers from the same issues as the police force, as crime in the Empire is nonexistent.

Military

The Kappan military comprises of an army, navy, and air force.

Air force

The Kappan Air Force is the largest unit of the Kappan military. Its infrastructure includes Kestrel Air Force Base in the Simurgh Economic Zone and Blue Air Force Base in the Parklands Territory, as well as two remote control aircraft.

Geography

The Empire exists within a macronational city, resulting in a very level territory. The highest point in the Empire is Felix Point in the southwestern corner of the Parklands. The lowest point is the Charlie Depression in the Simurgh Economic Zone.

Climate

The Holy Empire of the Kappa is located within the macronational city of Meridian, Idaho. The Empire's climate, as well as that of its surrounding area, is semi-arid with four distinct seasons. Summers are hot and dry, with temperatures regularly exceeding 100°F (38°C). Winters are cold, with average temperatures never breaking 28°F (-2°C), and light snowfall.

Climate data for Holy Empire of the Kappa
Month Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Year
Record high °F 63 72 81 91 99 109 111 109 102 93 79 64 111
Average high °F 37 45 55 63 72 81 91 90 79 64 48 37 64
Average low °F 25 28 34 39 46 54 61 61 52 41 32 25 41
Record low °F 1 5 7 19 21 30 36 34 23 10 -2 -26 −26
Average Precipitation inches 1.22 1.02 1.38 1.22 1.38 0.71 0.331 0.24 0.59 0.75 1.34 1.54 11.713
Record high °C 17 22 27 33 37 43 44 43 39 34 26 18 44
Average high °C 3 7 13 17 22 27 33 32 26 18 9 3 18
Average low °C -4 -2 1 4 8 12 16 16 11 5 0 -4 5
Record low °C -17 -15 -14 -7 -6 -1 2 1 -5 -12 -19 -32 −32
Average precipitation mm 31 26 35 31 35 18 8.4 6.1 15 19 34 39 297.5
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Weather

Economy

The Kappan economy is highly productive in comparison to other micronations, with a yearly GDP exceeding 150 Kappan yen, or 375 US dollars.

Culture and media

National symbols of the Holy Empire of the Kappa

National food Cornbread
National animal Phoenix
National sport Zorbing

Foreign relations

Intermicronational relations

Allies Mutual Recognition Informal Relations Unilateral Recognition Enemies/Derecognized War-Declared
 Empire of Colvarasia  Molossia  Sealand State of Aipamander Rebels Republic of the Corriente (defunct)
Mariana Trench Alliance  Gay and Lesbian Kingdom of the Coral Sea Islands  Roscamistan Co-principality of Kappan (defeated)
Members of the Valentia Pact
 Eco-Republic of Theritree
 Republic of ValeVRG
 Intercontinental Republic of the Americas
 Salanda

Micronations derecognized by the Holy Empire of the Kappa

Macronational relations

Recognized Unrecognized
w:United Nations All members of the United Nations, excepting Russia and Belarus.  Russia
 Kosovo  Belarus
 Taiwan  Donetsk People's Republic
 Hong Kong  Luhansk People's Republic
 Macau  Crimea

Macronations derecognized by the Holy Empire of the Kappa

Intermicronational treaties

Treaty Date of Signing Role
Valentia Pact 24 June 2022 Founding member
Augusta Accord 13 November 2023 Signatory
Wrythe Convention 8 May 2024 Signatory