Kingdom of Landopia

Kingdom of Landopia Regno di Landopia (Italian) Regnum Landopiæ (Latin) 3 other names French: Principauté de Landopia German: Königreich Landopia Fellinese: Renn-j d'Landeuppia
Flag Coat of Arms
Motto: Lux Imperat (official) Lux Imperat in Æternam (variant) The Light reign supreme
Anthem: National Anthem of the Kingdom of Landopia Royal anthem: Royal Anthem
Territories of the Kingdom of Landopia
Status	Active
Capital	Capoburgo
Largest city	Fellino
Official languages	Italian Latin
Recognised regional languages	Fellinese
Ethnic groups (2024)	100% White
Religion (2024)	75% Christianity 100% Catholicism 25% No religion 50% Atheism 50% Agnosticism
Demonym(s)	Landopians
Government	Unitary confessional semi-parliamentary monarchy under an absolute monarchy
• Monarch	Carlo I
• Prime Minister	Gabriele Scorzato
Legislature	Parliament (III)
• Upper house	Senate
Independence from the Italian Republic
• Declaration of Independence	20 December 2018
Population
• Estimate	8
• Census	2024
GDP (PPP)	2021 estimate
• Total	1250
Gini (2024)	17.9 low
HDI (2024)	▲ 0.921 very high
Currency	Landopian Crown (CR)
Time zone	CET+1
Date format	dd-mm-yyyy
Driving side	right
Calling code	+39
RIS 002 code	LD
Internet TLD	.rdl (de jure) .it (de facto)
Website Official Governative website

Landopia (/lɑːndɒpɪɑː/ (listen), [lanˈdɔpja]), officially the Kingdom of Landopia (Italian: Regno di Landopia, Latin: Regnum Landopiæ, Fellinese: Renn-j d'Landeuppia, more rarely Landöppia), is a micronation surrounded by the Italian Republic, in Southern Europe.

Landopia was founded by Carlo I, the first and incumbent King of the nation who has held the throne since the proclamation of the nation on 20 December 2018. Located in the geographical region of Triveneto, the total surface area of ​​the Nation decreased exponentially on 27 June 2022, from 54,461 km² to the current 25 km², when, with a Royal Decree, the total surface area of ​​the Nation was reduced. The main reason for this choice by the King was in the very definition of micronation, that is, a small nation. Landopia, on the other hand, had proclaimed a sovereign territory a portion of land so large that it could be seen from space. The Italian regions involved were five, namely Tuscany, Romagna, Veneto, part of Friuli Venezia-Giulia and Trentino-South Tyrol.

Landopia, a kingdom, is a unitary semi-parliamentary monarchy under an absolute monarchy, due to the lack of a population capable of sufficiently filling the political roles required for the democratic functioning of the nation. The capital city is Capoburgo, while Fellino is the most populated city. The Kingdom of Landopia is very active in wider foreign affairs, becoming a member of the Union of Italian MicroNations in April 2019, of the Micronational Olympic Federation and the Grand Unified Micronational in February 2024. Landopia is a confessional state, where the Christian Catholicism creed of Roman Rite is in force. Landopia, as is also written in article 4 of the Constitution, it's a ludonation, from the Latin lūdus (game) and the word nation.

A survey by the Institute of Statistics indicates that Landopia is considered a developed country, though it has a developing economy. The country's official currency minted by the Bank of Landopia, the Landopian crown, is used with the Euro, the single currency of the European Union. Landopia exerts regional influence, primarily in northern Italy and secondarily throughout the entire Italian peninsula. Furthermore, with the discovery of the two scales for categorizing micronations, the government has implemented the plan to calculate Landopia's position on the scale. The study found that, on Daniel's Scale of Micronational Seriousness, Landopia ranked first on the Medium RSMS, which is the scale preceding the Serious RSMS and, on the Categoric-Gradial System of Classification, Landopia ranked 80th with a score of 2.6.

Landopia reached its highest level of efficiency in September and October of 2024, characterized by the influx of new residents and active members who possess expertise in Heraldry and other diverse disciplines. Their contributions significantly advanced the nation and enhanced its Foreign Affairs, resulting in a twofold increase in Landopia's visibility within the micronational community.

Etymology

The term Landopia is the combination of the English word normally used as a suffix "land" and the Greek suffix -ōpía (Ancient Greek: ωπία), which means sight. Initially the name of the nation must have been Terròpia or Terrapìa, however the choice of the name totally changed up to today's name.

Etymology in the Fellinese language

In the Fellinese language, a phonetic characteristic similar to that found in Ligurian is present, wherein the "eu" sound may be replaced by a more French-influenced pronunciation, as exemplified by the word "feu." Due to the absence of a standardized writing system for Fellinese, multiple spellings of the term Landopia are commonly encountered. This document highlights the variant Landeuppia, which is recognized as the most prevalent form. When accents are emphasized, the spellings Landeuppìa or Landöppìa are utilized. More complex variants, which closely adhere to Neapolitan orthographic practices, may be rendered as Land'èppja or Landòpp-ia. It is important to notice that the most ligurian-like variant is Landeuppia for the grafia unitäia and Landöppia for the grafia ofiçia.

It is very rare to find transcribes that include only one "p", the only variant of the name is found in an old edit of the page of the first census, where Landôpia is used.

It is important to recognize that in formal documentation, the spelling Landeuppia is the sole officially approved variant. Although the spelling Landöppia is regarded as uncommon, it is, in fact, never utilized, while variations such as Landeuppìa occur with greater regularity.

History

Before the creation (pre-2018)

Map of Triveneto

The region where Landopia is located, known as Triveneto, has a history marked by a variety of cultural influences and political dominations, which have left an indelible mark on its social and cultural structure. Since ancient times, Triveneto has served as a crossroads between the civilizations of Central Europe and those of the Mediterranean. The Roman presence facilitated the development of enduring cities and infrastructure, while during the Middle Ages, the territory was contested by various entities, notably the Republic of Venice. The Republic held a significant position, particularly in the Veneto region and along the coastal areas, fostering prosperous trade exchanges until its fall in 1797, which resulted in the region coming under French control.

Throughout the 19th century, Triveneto became an integral part of the Italian unification project, culminating in the annexation of Veneto to the Kingdom of Italy in 1866 through the Plebiscite of Veneto of 1866. Subsequently, following the conclusion of World War I,in 1919, the Treaty of Saint-Germain-en-Laye was signed by the victorious powers, including the Kingdom of Italy: Friuli Venezia Giulia and Trentino-South Tyrol were also annexed. During the 20th century, the region evolved into a significant industrial and tourist hub, experiencing continuous economic and social development that persists to this day, thereby representing the historical and geographical context in which the nation of Landopia was established in 2018.

Proclamation of independence and preconization of the new Principality (2018)

[...] Lo stato, che di tanta forza di volontà si è rialzato da un subìto vituperoso e veemente passato, è rinato come fenice dalle ceneri dalla sua dissoluzione.

[...] The Nation, which with so much willpower has risen from a sudden vituperate and vehement past, has risen like a phoenix from the ashes of its dissolution.

— Carlo I, Proclamazione d'indipendenza del Principato di Landopia, excerpt

The Kingdom of Landopia was founded as the Principality of Landopia by its current monarch, King Carlo I, and a few of his friends on 20 December 2018. This momentous occasion came after many years of studying and developing a deep passion for various forms of monarchical heraldry, including Italian, Spanish, British, French, and Russian; vexillology and its history; and a growing interest in politics more broadly. The founding of Landopia is also closely tied to Carlo I's personal fascination with the essential symbols that represent a nation, such as its coat of arms, flag, and territorial borders.

On the evening of December 2018, Carlo I convened all future state authorities, along with the citizens of the now-defunct "Kingdom of Caràlb", to announce the creation of a new kingdom, one that would be better reformed and created for "harmony between man and nature". The brief but impactful proclamation issued by the new monarch was met with unanimous approval not only by the future Senate of the Kingdom, which had not yet been fully formalized, but also by the population itself. It is important to note that the declaration of independence was never forwarded to the government of the Italian Republic, in accordance with Article 4 of the Constitution.

Annus mirabilis for the Kingdom (2019)

The year 2019 was the annus mirabilis for the Kingdom: in fact the first Ministries were proclaimed by the King, as head of state and president of the council ad interim, through numerous Royal Decrees: the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Culture and the Ministry of the Royal House. On 9 February, by Royal Decree, the first fund was allocated to create the Information System for the Security of the Kingdom (Italian: Sistema di Informazione per la Sicurezza del Regno, or SISR), the secret services of the Kingdom, with the aim of protecting the integrity of the nation and establishing the public order with due precautions and missions, without, however, affecting fundamental human rights. The Secret Services was to be operational within three years. The opening of the Instagram page, which took place on 27 December 2018, led to a significant increase in the visibility of the Kingdom in the micronational and intermicronational panorama, first of all it entered the U.M.N.I. on 21 April (until its dissolution), then starting numerous diplomatic missions in the continents of North America, Europe and Asia. On 24 May, the first funds in Landopian currency were allocated for the creation of an army dedicated to the defense of national borders and internal order.

The two-year period of challenges (2020 and 2021)

Royal Decree, posted on Instagram on 23 February 2020

The year 2020 was an important year both nationally and internationally. The King, on a state visit to the Italian city of Florence, received a report from the Minister of Health himself regarding the uncontrolled spread of a virus originating from the People's Republic of China. The document, previously classified as a state secret but now declassified, spoke of a virus that would affect the respiratory system of the human body. Concerned about the situation, the King forwarded the notification document to the President of the Council of Ministers via urgent correspondence. After receiving and analyzing the report, on 20 February 2020 the Prime Minister convened an extraordinary joint session of the entire Council of Ministers and the Senate of the Kingdom, with the specific subject of the report on the Chinese disease. After 2 sessions, on 23 February 2020, by joint decree between the Presidency of State and the Royal House, it was decided to close all borders with the Italian Republic, therefore to limit airspace, to intensify internal security and land borders. The state of emergency and the state of war were declared by radio message, and cyclically suspended and reactivated. Throughout 2021, the Kingdom experienced a period of closure, unable to carry out its government functions. It was then that the King was formally asked to suspend government, legislative and judicial activities until the health situation allowed it. There is a significant legislative vacuum from March 2020 to January 2022 due to the road closures and the ban on gatherings in Italy dictated by the decrees of the President of the Council of Ministers and therefore the impossibility of a physical meeting between the King, the Government and the Senate.

The changing year (2022)

Known as the year of the rebirth of the Kingdom, the year 2022 led to many positive events in the development of Landopia, such as the creation of a new constitution which re-established state sovereignty, the creation of a new single-chamber Parliament, a Constituent Assembly for the new Constitution, 2 macro-parties, the Most Noble Order of the Kingdom and the Intelligence System. On 22 February 2022, at 23:11, the King of Landopia, in a parliamentary session, signed a document where they did not recognize Ukraine as an independent nation and which justified the actions committed by the Russian Federation, as an applicator of the Just War principle. In the same year, on 27 June 2022, by order of the King, the Kingdom releases all the provinces south of the capital, keeping only a small colony close to the legislative institutions. A historic decision, reducing the national territory by 99.96%. On 9 September 2022, the King of Landopia launched a plebiscite on the change of the state order from Principality to Kingdom. With the majority of votes in favour of the change of state order, on 10 September it was confirmed through the Royal Document that the nation would be called the "Kingdom of Landopia".

Type of Government		Period
		Start date	End date	Duration
Principality of Landopia	Principato di Landopia	20 December 2018	9 September 2022	3 years, 8 months, 22 days
Kingdom of Landopia	Regno di Landopia	9 September 2022	Present day	7002806000000000000♠2 years, 75 days

Year of National Reforms (2023)

In June 2023, His Majesty's Government set the Boundary Review and Redrawing Commission (Italian: Commissione per il revisionamento e il ridisegnamento dei confini nazionali) the task of to divide the nation into five provinces, in such a way as to better organize the general administration of the capital city. The objective of the new provinces is to give meaning to the individual representations in parliament, as the number of parliamentarians was proportionate, until the month of July 2023, to the number of Landopian citizens. A month later, in July, the commission sent a telegram to the government: it concerned the conclusion of the work of redesigning national borders, which took place successfully. Three days later the King was notified of this news and promptly signed the decree for the implementation and advising of the new subnational borders. From 1 August 2023 each province has one representative in parliament, except for the capital city which has two of them.

The First War of the Kingdom and development of the first foreign treaties (2024)

First national war

Main article: First Landopian War

For the first time in the history of the Kingdom on 27 January 2024, the King, having consulted the President of the Council of Ministers and the Senate of the Kingdom, started the land, sea and air operation for the expansion of the national borders. For the first time the armed forces were deployed for the acquisition of new territories of the Kingdom, declaring a state of war. The war ended two days later, on the afternoon of 29 January 2024 at 7:00 pm, with victory in favour of the Kingdom of Landopia. In June the government appointed Brando Pernice as Minister of the Royal Household and president of the Institute of Heraldry of Landopia. On 4 June the King decreed the creation of at least 7 new honors of different types, as well as the total reorganization of the hierarchy of honors and noble titles. In fact, the Most Excellent Order of Saint Cecilia and the Royal War Order were established, as well as the Order of Merit of the Kingdom of Landopia was completely reorganized. On 13 June 2024, the King gave the order to the Government to develop and organize the Landopian armed forces, which have no hierarchical and legislative sources. He also assigned to the president of the Institute of Heraldry the task of sketching the naval flag, the jack, the commissioning pennant, and the coat of arms for the Royal Navy; the coat of arms and the war flag for the Royal Army, the cockades and the tail badge for the Royal Air Force. Finally he was ordered to sketch the Minister of War's flag.

The King, in a royal decree dated 12 June 2024, firmly condemned satanism, however inviting those who are part of it to embrace the Christian faith. This decision was made after discovering the existence, on the Microwiki site, of nations and alliances that have this state "religion" and central theme of the alliances. The text of the document reads as follows:

"The King, after discovering the Satanic Temple of Micronations, proclaims an absolute ban on belonging to the malignant religious sect, openly denying and condemning it. It also declares all members of the sect, its member nations and all nations that have satanism as their state religion perpetually banned from relations with the Kingdom of Landopia and its citizens. However he invites them to embrace the one who loves them, Jesus Christ of Nazareth."

— King Carlo I, IV Royal Decree of 2024 of the Kingdom of Landopia, 12 June 2024

Regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, the king declared the nation's total neutrality towards the warring parties.

Firsts foreign relations

Also in June there was the opening of Landopia towards foreign nations, for cultural exchange. In June alone, four agreements were signed with important nations such as Vishwamitra, the Kingdom of Salanda, the Kingdom of Baustralia, and the Emipire of Levinia.

After discussing with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, comparing the head of the Secret Services and graphic sources from the trenches of Donbass, on 21 June 2024, with the sixth Royal Decree of 2024, Carlo I suspended the status of "unrecognized nation" towards Ukraine, remaining neutral on the recognition of the nation's independence.

The nation's micronationalist path continues even after the summer season with numerous objectives set for the political agenda: one of these is the entry and participation in the 2025 Micolympic Games. In fact, in view of the eighth edition of the micro-Olympics, the nation has not only recruited and trained its athletes, but has also proposed its candidacy as the host nation of the games.

October, the "Golden month"

Banknote of 5 crowns, published on MicroWiki and shown publicly on 13 October 2024.

According to Landopian historians, October has been "the greatest month for the nation from the beginning of 2024 and [maybe] the best month in the entire of our history". This is due to the reorganization and creation of ministries, governments and regulatory laws. In fact, with the creation, assignment and organization of the various ministries, the king has verbally proclaimed the creation of the Landopian East Indies Company, a royal and state company with the aim of trade and economic development of the nation and the Landopian Space Agency. Furthermore, on the 14th day of the same month, the Bank of Landopia was officially founded, the institution for the minting, reserve and deposit of the national assets of the Kingdom. Due to this, the national currency, the Landopian crown, was also developed, with the first 5 crowns banknote being published on the MicroWiki website. Furthermore, for a demographic confirmation of the kingdom, the first Landopian census was conducted by the Institute of Statistics. The last demographic data, in fact, dated back to 2021, even if these were conducted only verbally. A major change to the national topography was the renaming of the capital: the name, Città-Capitale, literally meant "City" and "Capital" (Capital City). The name had been given to the town provisionally since 2018, without any kind of change to the name. When the king proclaimed the new name of the capital, that is, Capoburgo, meaning "Village of the Head".

On 13 October, the Grand Unified Micronational approved the change from an observer state to a provisional state, marking a significant advancement towards achieving full membership within the union. The decision was made with 12 votes in favor, 4 against, and 4 abstentions. After a month, on 16 November, Landopia was promoted by votes to full membership. An important yet modest enhancement to the government of Landopia was the establishment of the Landopian Gazette (Italian: Il Gazzettino Landopiano). This publication functions as a trustworthy state newspaper and serves as a valuable resource for information regarding Landopian history, as well as matters pertaining to its cities, inhabitants, and culture.

Laws

Constitution

Main article: Constitution of Landopia

La nostra nazione necessita di un testo di legge fondamentale, per il nostro Popolo e per la nostra Patria. Noi siamo una nazione rispettabile e in quanto tale affido alla futura Assemblea Costituente il compito di stendere una bozza di questa.

Our nation needs a fundamental law text, for our People and for our Homeland. We are a respectable nation and as such I entrust the future Constituent Assembly with the task of drafting this.

— Carlo I talking to the Prime Minister

The Constitution of the Kingdom of Landopia is the Fundamental Law of the State and is positioned at the top of the hierarchy of sources in the legal system of the Kingdom. Considered by the people to be a constitution similar to the Italian one, with the exception of the economic part and the secular nature of the Italian one, it is made up of 24 articles in 3 parts. It was approved by the Constituent Assembly on 27 February 2022 and promulgated by the King of Landopia Carlo I on 9 January 2022, and entered into force on 10 January 2022.

The constitution determines the rights and duties of citizens; establishes provisions on the creation of the national currency and the explanation of the division of legislative, executive and judicial powers.

Royal Decrees

The Royal Decrees presently represent the sole legislative and legal instruments active within the kingdom. These decrees are promulgated by the King through the Ministry of the Royal House. In light of a significant demographic crisis, Landopia has encountered a shortage of personnel in both the ministries and the Senate, resulting in a de facto absolute monarchy wherein the King has the authority to create and enact laws. Nevertheless, this situation is gradually improving as demographic growth has begun to take place.

Honours and noble titles

Main article: Honors and noble titles of Landopia

See also: Peerage of Landopia

Plaque of the Order of Merit of the Kingdom of Landopia

The honors of the Kingdom of Landopia include both military and civilian honors and are the reward systems officially adopted by the Kingdom of Landopia. The main civil order of chivalry is the Order of Merit of the Kingdom of Landopia, where every citizen of Landopia or foreigner, based on the actions performed towards the party, can receive it. In June 2024 the King, with a Royal Document, decreed the creation of at least 5 different honors, as well as the hierarchical reorganization of the value of medals and titles. The Most Excellent Order of Saint Cæcilia was created on 5 June, first awarded to King Reuben I of Salanda on 6 June and to the Rashtradhyaksh of Vishwamitra Varuna Sriraya on 7 June of the same year.

There are currently no physical medals. However, the recipient is granted the right to disfigure the title based on the honor awarded. Only noble titles assigned to Landopian citizens and the most deserving foreigners do not require the awarding of medals, but rather recognition with the personal coat of arms.

National Symbols

Main article: National symbols of Landopia

The Landopian national symbols are the symbols that uniquely identify the Kingdom of Landopia, reflecting its history and culture. They serve to represent the Nation through emblems, metaphors, personifications, allegories, common to all Landopian people. Some of them are official, that is, recognized by the Landopian state authorities, while others are part of the country's identity without being defined normatively.

Culture

Landopian culture embodies a unique synthesis of Italian and German traditions, deeply rooted in the influences of the Triveneto and Liguria regions. It flourishes within a multicultural context where Italian heritage intertwines with distinctive characteristics of German culture, resulting in a distinctive system of values, practices, and customs. Italian cultural elements, such as culinary traditions, artistic expressions, and a strong sense of community, are harmoniously integrated with the organization and discipline associated with the German cultural model, thereby creating an identity that reflects both the regional richness of Italy and an openness to contributions from other European cultures.

Architecture

Proposed project for the façade of the Royal Palace

Architecture is a very heart-felt topic, so much so that there are numerous discussions about it among the citizens themselves. Landopia as a government and nation favors the classical architectural style, trying to finance buildings that take example from great architects of past eras such as the Italians Vitruvius, Palladio and Michelangelo. Many times they focus on neoclassical works, a symbol of order and cleanliness, but in certain cases, especially in sacred environments (therefore churches and ecclesiastical buildings) they get very close to the baroque style. The King himself invites the citizens, at the time of meetings with the people, to get closer to the classical, neoclassical, baroque style and even an architectural style much appreciated by the population: the Italian nineteenth-century style, called italianate.

Cuisine

Famous pasta dish in Landopia: Bucatini all'Amatriciana

The cuisine of Landopia does not have unique dishes, however it is the symbol of the fusion of culinary traditions from all over Italy: from the Venetian to the Emilia-Romagna cuisine, from Lazio to Campania and so on. This rich mix of influences has given rise to distinctive dishes that reflect the history and culture of the kingdom. Typical Landopian products include a variety of local salamis and fresh vegetables grown in the royal gardens. Popular ingredients include all types of pasta, basmati rice, and a variety of aromatic herbs that enhance the dishes. Olive oil, referred to by the Landopian people as the Prince of the Kitchen or Groom of the Dish plays a key role in Landopian cuisine.

The King and the citizens' favorite dishes are many, including first courses, second courses and desserts: Bucatini all'amatriciana, tagliatelle with ragù, Neapolitan pizza or pasta with Genoese pesto as first courses, veal/pork ribs, chicken Marengo or chicken alla cacciatora as second courses and tiramisu as dessert. These culinary traditions are often celebrated in public banquets organized by the king, where citizens daily eat the countless dishes featured in the "state cookbooks."

In addition to its general Italian culinary offerings, Landopia prominently features Ligurian cuisine, reflecting the region's rich Ligurian culture and traditions. Popular dishes in Fellino include Bottarga, Farinata, Focaccia, and also Musciamme, which are primarily associated with seafood and maritime fare.

Music

Music is central to the lives of Landopian citizens. Many and varied are the musical genres listened to, such as early music, baroque, classical, romantic, jazz, and light rock but also rap and pop. The "state composer", a title given verbally by the King, is awarded to the musician who, with his music, has revolutionized the musical style of composers within the kingdom, it is Johann Sebastian Bach, a German composer. According to the king and the vast majority of citizens, he is considered the greatest composer of all time. The king himself, undertaking musical studies, has tried his hand at composing sacred and profane, vocal and instrumental works.

Since 2024, electronic music has been steadily gaining popularity; however, it still represents a relatively small minority when compared to classical compositions.

Literature

Accurate recreation of a section of the Royal Library

Literature in the Kingdom of Landopia is, together with music and architecture, the trinity of Landopian culture. Like cuisine, literature is mainly influenced by the Italian one, however it differs from the others in that there are numerous works of many genres in the public and royal library.

Public library

Literature in Landopia is, together with music and architecture, the trinity of Landopian culture. Like cuisine, literature is mainly influenced by Italian literature, however it differs from the others in that there are numerous works of many genres in the public and private library. Public library The public library has the everlasting works of all eras of humanity: from Ancient Greece to the fall of the Roman Empire, from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance, from the Baroque to the Age of Enlightenment, from the nineteenth to the twentieth century. Many works are advertised by the government and the library such as Thoughts by Marcus Aurelius, The Iliad and the Odyssey by Homer, the Divine Comedy, the adventures of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table, the Decameron, Don Quixote, Journey to the Center of the Earth, War and Peace, Pinocchio, Heart, The Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter and many others.

Royal Library

The Royal Library is an archive of historical books of great value, both literary and economic: in fact, books and volumes are protected by films such as a book of canon law from the 14th century, a volume of jurisprudence on the laws of the Republic of Venice from the 18th century, a gospel, also from the 18th century, a high school book from 1920 on television and its mechanical functioning and The Glories of the House of Savoy by Guido Masieri, the 1937 edition. The library also has, like a museum, very original and excellently maintained historical artifacts of numerous objects such as identity cards issued during the Kingdom of Italy and during the Fascist era, books, school reports and so on.

National holidays

Main article: Holidays in Landopia

All of the public holidays in the Kingdom of Landopia are set by the King and, with the exception of regional patronal days, apply nationwide. These include a mix of national, religious, and local observances. In Landopia, Sunday is a holiday, and therefore automatically Easter, which is the Sunday after the first full moon after 21 March.

Sports

See also: Landopia at the MOF Games

Landopia's bid for the 2025 Microlympics

The government actively encourages sports within the kingdom through various initiatives, including the organization of football and volleyball competitions, as well as mental sports such as card games and chess. Chess, in particular, enjoys significant popularity among the residents of Landopia. The people of Landopia have a strong affinity for physical activity and prioritize their health, viewing sports as "a free and preventive remedy for numerous ailments." Consequently, Landopia is preparing to participate in the 2025 MOF. Plans are underway to establish a Minister of Sport and Athletics in the near future.

Football enjoys a following among certain citizens, with and recognized as the most prominent clubs within the nation. Currently, Landopia lacks a football league; however, the establishment of one is anticipated in the future. Athletics and gymnastics rank as the most favored and played sports in Landopia.

Heraldry and vexillology

See also: Flag of Landopia, Heraldry in Landopia, and Institute of Heraldry of Landopia

Heraldry in Landopia is a sophisticated discipline, regulated by comprehensive and meticulous guidelines administered by the Institute of Heraldry. The civic heraldry of Landopia mainly consists of coats of arms that symbolize different regions and cities, following particular templates set forth by the Institute. Every person engaged in Landopian political and governmental affairs is entitled to a personal coat of arms, which is acknowledged as possessing official legal standing.

The heraldic emblems of cities and provinces are characterized by a contemporary French shield, accompanied by two wreaths, one of laurel and the other of oak, secured with a national tricolor ribbon. In the case of provinces, a golden mural crown featuring five merlons is employed, whereas cities utilize a crown with three merlons. Institutions are afforded greater flexibility in their designs, with the sole stipulation being the incorporation of the Landopian royal crown.

Landopian civic heraldry draws significantly from Italian civic heraldry, while also incorporating elements from a variety of other heraldic traditions, including French, Spanish, and English heraldry. A prominent aspect of Landopian heraldry is the integration of English characteristics, such as compartments, supporters, mottoes, and crowns, alongside Italian elements. Notably, all mottoes are rendered in Latin, despite their prohibition in civic heraldry.

In Landopia, the sole recognized heralds are the king and Brando Pernice. This one serves as the president of the Institute of Heraldry.

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  Coat of Arms of Fosprinia, a Landopian region.

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  Coat of Arms of Fellino, a Landopian city.

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  Coat of Arms of the Institute of Heraldry, a Landopian institute.

Geography

Physical geography

Landopia is predominantly characterized by its mountainous terrain; however, it also features notable hilly and flat areas, particularly in the Fosprinia region, where the landscape is entirely hilly.

Climate

Landopia has peculiar climatic characteristics due to its position in the mid-latitudes, about 300 meters above sea level, which determine distinctive seasonal effects. This area is located in northen part of the Italian Peninsula, in the middle of a transition zone between central Europe, influenced by western currents and the Atlantic Ocean, and southern Europe, where subtropical anticyclones and the Mediterranean Sea predominate. In addition to these macro-influences, other significant elements influence the regional climate, leading to the definition of specific climatic sub-zones.

Precipitation in Landopia is distributed fairly uniformly throughout the year, with winter usually being the driest season, except for some snowfall due to disturbances from Germany and the Netherlands. In the intermediate seasons, Atlantic and Mediterranean disturbances prevail, while in summer thunderstorms, often associated with hail, occur frequently, but irregularly.

Landopia has a slightly humid temperate hilly climate, characterized by cold winters and hot summers, with average annual temperatures around 14-15 °C. Below is a table with climate data for the Venetian city of Verona, chosen as the midpoint in the Triveneto region:

Climate data for Verona (Villafranca Airport) (1991–2020 normals, extremes 1946–present)
Month	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec	Year
Record high °C (°F)	19.8 (67.6)	22.1 (71.8)	27.2 (81)	31.8 (89.2)	36.6 (97.9)	38.1 (100.6)	38.2 (100.8)	39.0 (102.2)	33.2 (91.8)	29.2 (84.6)	23.6 (74.5)	18.8 (65.8)	39.0 (102.2)
Average high °C (°F)	7.3 (45.1)	10.0 (50)	14.9 (58.8)	19.1 (66.4)	24.1 (75.4)	28.2 (82.8)	30.4 (86.7)	30.4 (86.7)	25.4 (77.7)	19.1 (66.4)	12.6 (54.7)	7.8 (46)	19.11 (66.4)
Daily mean °C (°F)	2.9 (37.2)	4.5 (40.1)	9.1 (48.4)	13.2 (55.8)	18.4 (65.1)	22.7 (72.9)	24.9 (76.8)	24.6 (76.3)	19.6 (67.3)	13.9 (57)	8.4 (47.1)	3.6 (38.5)	13.82 (56.87)
Average low °C (°F)	-0.5 (31.1)	0.1 (32.2)	3.9 (39)	7.6 (45.7)	12.5 (54.5)	16.9 (62.4)	18.9 (66)	18.7 (65.7)	14.2 (57.6)	9.5 (49.1)	4.8 (40.6)	0.2 (32.4)	8.9 (48.02)
Record low °C (°F)	-18.4 (-1.1)	-18.4 (-1.1)	-10.4 (13.3)	-2.2 (28)	0.0 (32)	3.8 (38.8)	7.3 (45.1)	8.1 (46.6)	2.0 (35.6)	-4.6 (23.7)	-7.9 (17.8)	-15.5 (4.1)	−18.4 (−1.1)
Average Precipitation mm (inches)	42.7 (1.681)	45.4 (1.787)	45.1 (1.776)	72.3 (2.846)	81.9 (3.224)	72.2 (2.843)	62.9 (2.476)	71.8 (2.827)	90.9 (3.579)	85.8 (3.378)	95.9 (3.776)	64.6 (2.543)	831.7 (32.744)
Average relative humidity (%)	82.1	75.3	71.8	71.1	70.2	70.1	70.1	71.6	73.5	79.3	83.1	82.7	77
Average precipitation days (≥ 1.0 mm)	5.9	5.5	5.6	8.7	8.4	8.4	5.2	5.9	6.7	7.7	8.7	7.2	82.0
Sunshine hours	91.3	131.1	181.5	184.1	237.7	259.5	307.6	278.8	203.6	129.4	85.4	87.4	2,177.4
Source no. 1:
Source no. 2: NOAA (daily mean-monthly min-humidity-dew point) (Sun 1981–2010), Servizio Meteorologico (extremes)

Hydrography

The hydrography of the Trivineto zone, of which Landopia takes part, is characterized by a complex and diverse river system, primarily fed by the Alps and Prealps, which serve as the main source of the region's water resources. The principal rivers include the Adige, the second longest river in Italy, which flows through Trentino-Alto Adige and empties into the Adriatic Sea, and the Piave, which runs entirely within Veneto and is renowned for its historical and symbolic significance during World War IWorld War I. These waterways are essential both economically, supporting local agriculture, and ecologically, hosting various fish species and ensuring environmental balance in the lowland areas.

The zone is also home to numerous lakes, the most extensive and well-known being Lake Garda, which partially lies within the Veneto region and serves as a significant tourist and natural resource. Other notable lakes include Caldonazzo and Lake Levico, located in Trentino, as well as the Fusine Lakes in Friuli Venezia Giulia, celebrated for their scenic beauty and the recreational activities they offer. Furthermore, the region is interspersed with numerous canals, particularly in the lowland areas and along the Venetian coast, where a sophisticated system of land reclamation and canalization has been developed over the centuries to manage water and utilize it for agricultural purposes. This intricate water network is vital for sustaining the region's economic activities and represents a fundamental element of the Triveneto landscape and ecosystem.

Politics

State system

The Constitution of the Kingdom of Landopia, which was approved by the Constituent Assembly with the King, is the fundamental law of the nation. The Landopian political system is typical of a semi-parliamentary monarchy, in which Parliament and the King are the only institution together with that of the King. The institutions are:

• His Royal Highness, the King of Landopia: is the head of state and represents national unity; he appoints the Prime Minister and, upon his proposal, the ministers. He can dissolve Parliament and has some juridical privileges.
• The Parliament: it is single-chamber consisting only of the Senate of the Kingdom. It exercises legislative power and votes confidence in the Government.
• The Government: exercises executive power, is composed of the Prime Minister and the ministers, who together with the King form the Council of Ministers.

Landopian Parliament

Main article: Senate of the Kingdom of Landopia

The Landopian Parliament, in the law of the Kingdom of Landopia, is the constitutional body to which the exercise of the legislative function is attributed. It has a single-chamber structure, being comprised only by the Senate of the Kingdom. The basic principle on which the number of Senators was determined is that of the number of citizens. On the basis of a royal decree, the King fixed the number of Parliamentarians. The Senate of the Kingdom includes 6 deputies elected by all citizens that have more than 15 years old.

Political parties

The Kingdom of Landopia has, in the political life of the country, two political parties of different ideologies:

• The Conservative Party, currently in power. It is a right-wing party, although anti-Nazi, anti-Communism, traditionalist and Catholic Christian, which has as its salient points the party ideology, patriotism and religious faith.
• The Progressive Party is a left-wing party, anti-Nazi, which has as its objective the secularity of the state, the formation of a hypothetical Landopian Republic, through a constitutional and popular referendum on the change of the state system, and the partial demilitarization of the country.

Here below the parties with all their seats in parliament:

Party		Logo	Party Leader	Membership	Ideology	Foundation	Seats in Parliament
	Partito Conservatore Conservative Party	Official Logo of the National Conservative Party of Landopia	Gabriele Scorzato	6	Conservatorism, traditionalism	9 February 2022	5 / 6
	Partito Progressista Progressive Party	Official Logo of the National Progressive Party of Landopia	André Cirillo	2	Progressivism, republicanism	9 February 2022	1 / 6

His Majesty's Government

His Majesty's Government, or more formally the Government of the Kingdom of Landopia, is an organ of the Landopian political system, composed of the President of the Council of Ministers, head of the government, and the ministers, who form the Council of Ministers; it constitutes the summit of the executive power. The Prime Minister has his official seat at the Government Palace in the Capital City; the Government as a whole uses the hall of the Royal Palace as representation offices for some official occasions, all located in the capital. Each government lasts a year with national elections occurring annually every December.

The Dellantonio Government ruled from 1 January 2019 to 16 February 2022, ending due to the resignation of the Prime Minister. After the 9 February 2022 national elections, the National Progressive Party (NPP) won. The Prime Minister of the second government was André Cirillo, Leader of the National Progressive Party. The 20 December 2023 national elections, Gabriele Scorzato won five out of the six available seats in the Senate. He is in office since 1 January 2024.

Regional administration

Landopia is geographically homogeneous nation. Before the First Landopian War, there were only five administrative regions:

• Capitale, where all political and military bodies reside (Parliament, Royal Palace and House of the Government);
• Campi, where the agriculture system is implemented;
• Ponte, transit area for both merchant and military transport. Low density residential area;
• Sambrigione, where the headquarters of multimedia agencies, ministries, scientific institutes, universities and embassies are located;
• Centro, high intensity residential area;

After the First Landopian War, four new regions were created from the conquered territories:

• Trania, western border area, low density residential area;
• Marca Orientale, eastern border area, low density residential area;
• Marca Occidentale, national park and very low density area;
• Fosprinia, industrial area, most populous region and one of the most promising areas for quality of life.

The later of which all the government buildings of the Kingdom: the Palazzo del Parlamento, where the Senate of the Kingdom sits, the Palazzo Regio, the Royal Palace which is the King's official residence, the Palazzo del Governo the meeting place of the Council of Ministers. There is a royal dependency called Island of Saint John, formerly, Insula Maiestatis. This is an island located in the Mediterranean which is claimed by Landopia but is not administered by it.

Flag	Coat of Arms	Name	Code	Proclamation of creation	Population	Representative		Map
		Capitale	I	29 July 2023	3		King Carlo I (ad interim)
		Campi	II	29 July 2023	0		King Carlo I (ad interim)
		Ponte	III	29 July 2023	0		King Carlo I (ad interim)
		Sambrigione	IV	29 July 2023	0		King Carlo I (ad interim)
		Centro	V	29 July 2023	0		King Carlo I (ad interim)
		Trania	VI	29 January 2024	0		King Carlo I (ad interim)
		Marca Orientale	VII	29 January 2024	0		King Carlo I (ad interim)
		Marca Occidentale	VIII	29 January 2024	0		King Carlo I (ad interim)
		Fosprinia	IX	29 January 2024	5		Brando Maria Pernice

Crown Dominions and colonies

On July 12, 2024, the foundation of the Island of Saint John, the first possession of the Landopian crown, was officially proclaimed. Currently the island is not inhabited by any type of inhabitant with Landopian citizenship.

Flag	Coat of Arms	Name	Code	Proclamation of creation	Pop.	Representative
		Island of Saint John	ISG	12 July 2024	0		King Carlo I (ad interim)

Demographics

Main articles: Landopians and First national census of Landopia

Graph of the most populous cities in Landopia.

Citizens
Year	Pop.	±%
2019	12	—
2020	12	+0.0%
2021	11	−8.3%
2022	4	−63.6%
2023	4	+0.0%
2024	8	+100.0%
Information taken from every year

Landopian demographics are documented through censuses conducted by the Institute of Statistics, which collects various types of data regarding Landopian citizens while ensuring the protection of their privacy. All landopian censuses come with additional graphs to facilitate data reading.

The nation witnessed considerable expansion, especially in 2024, achieving a maximum population of 8 individuals, alongside a growth rate of 166.67%. A substantial portion of this population consists of juvenescents and young adults, well-educated individuals or students.

Languages

See also: Fellinese

The official languages of the state are Italian and Latin, with Fellinese being the sole recognized dialect. Although not officially acknowledged, German and English remain widely spoken, while Romanian is utilized by a minimal segment of the population.

Despite Latin's status as an official language, its presence in formal documentation is infrequent, and its usage in daily life is even less common. Currently, there are only two fluent speakers of Fellinese, both residing in Fellino. The German linguistic influence in Landopia can be attributed to its proximity to Trentino-Alto Adige, a region characterized by a significant German-speaking population.

Religion

The state religion of Landopia is Catholic Cristianity of Roman Rite; however, a significant portion of the population identifies as atheist or agnostic, and there are also citizens who consider themselves non-practicing believers.

People and races

Landopia can be effectively defined as an ethnically homogeneous nation, as the entire population is of Italian descent and possesses a European heritage.

Country	No. of citizens
Italy	8

Armed Forces and Public Security

Main article: Armed Forces of Landopia

Coat of arms of the National Gendarmerie

The Landopian Armed Forces is the military of the Kingdom of Landopia. They are the set of the Landopian Armed Forces, composed of land, sea, air and Gendarmerie Armed Forces, as well as various other corps and support services, under the authority and direction of the King of the Landopia, who, according to Article 8 of the Constitution of Landopia, is the Supreme Leader of the Armed Forces of Land, Sea and Air.

Born after the independence, they have seen numerous changes throughout their history. With the advent of the COVID restrictions implemented in the first half of 2020, the Gendarmeria Nazionale, which previously was in union with the Regia Polizia, has become an autonomous armed force; the enactment of a popular referendum led to the suspension of military service calls starting from 1 September 2020, alongside a general reform process accompanied by a progressive reduction of personnel. On 21 October 2024 the Royal Police merged into the National Gendarmerie, due to a lack of active personnel.

Landopia, for different militarily its territory and to support the decisions of internal and foreign politics, uses different armed forces and police:

• National Gendarmerie (Italian: Gendarmeria Nazionale);
• Royal Army (Italian: Regio Esercito);
• Royal Navy (Italian: Regia Marina Militare).

Economy

See also: Landopian crown and Bank of Landopia

Logo of the Bank of Landopia

Since 2022 the Kingdom has a stable, despite not growing, national economy, with a nominal GDP of around 10,000 crowns as of 2022. Landopia's official currency is the Landopian crown (Italian: Corona Landopiana), used in all provinces of the nation and in all possessions. The current banknotes, minted and printed by the Bank of Landopia, are very few, as well as created with different materials, such as compressed cardboard for the coins and paper to be printed for the banknotes. The majority of the Treasury crowns are held in paper money, with a limited number of actual printed banknotes currently existing in the nation. Large portions of Landopia's economy are centralized and directed by His Majesty's Government, under the control of the Minister of Treasury and the Bank of Landopia.

Media

Today

See also: The Landopian Gazette

As of mid-2024, Landopia has adopted its official Discord server for conducting meetings, although it is currently not active for the public. The sole official state newspaper for disseminating news is The Landopian Gazette (Italian: Il Gazzettino Landopiano).

The Landopian Gazette, established on 22 October 2024, is headquartered in Fellino and functions through Substack.com. The publication is overseen by the king, alongside Brando Pernice, who is responsible for the design and user interface aspects of the website. The site features an eggshell white background complemented by dark gray text.

Secret Services

Logo of the S.I.S.R.

The Information System for the Security of the Kingdom (Italian: Sistema di Informazione per la Sicurezza del Regno, or SISR) is the set of bodies and authorities that have the task of ensuring information activities in order to safeguard security of Landopia from the domestic and foreign dangers and threats. The articulation of the System thus makes it possible to "face change with change" by adapting its structures to the changing context, according to the guidelines given by the President of the Council of Ministers assisted by the Interministerial Committee for the Security of the Kingdom to safeguard the fundamental rights of citizens.

They play a crucial role in protecting the Kingdom's interests, addressing both internal and external threats. The agency's tasks are many, including gathering and analyzing strategic information regarding external threats towards the kingdom and micro-geopolitical dynamics, producing reports for the government and the king, and focusing on internal security, preventing digital terrorist attacks and maintaining public order, monitoring potentially political extremist groups, and managing emergency situations in coordination with local law enforcement agencies. Landopia's intelligence services collect information through open sources on the internet and informants. Each study operation is compiled by analytical reports, classified to the public.

On 9 February 2022, André Cirillo became, as requested by His Majesty, Head of Intelligence.

Emergency Plans

Landopia has never faced any major national emergencies until 2020. In fact, with the arrival of the global pandemic, the nation, after declaring a state of war and closing the borders, His Majesty's Government and the King decided together to develop an emergency notification system for the population. Initially, the first experiments with emergency systems via television failed, but over the years, up to today, some emergency information means have been created to stop three types of emergencies: Medical emergency, war emergency and natural emergency.

Medical Emergency

In response to the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020, Landopia implemented a closure of all borders and developed a comprehensive pandemic response plan. This marked the most recent instance of a declared medical emergency, as no subsequent pandemics have occurred since that time.

Foreign Affairs

The Kingdom's foreign relations are managed by the King and Brando Pernice, however the de jure holder is the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, in particular by the Minister himself. Landopia, since 11 February 2024, has become a provisional member of the Grand Unified Micronational, aiming to become a full member state by the end of 2024.

Nations unilaterally recognised

Here below the list of all the nations unilaterally recognised

• Italy (20 December 2019)
• Russia (23 February 2022)
• Canada (23 February 2022)
• United Kingdom (23 February 2022)
• United States (23 February 2022)
• Spain (3 September 2022)
• Portugal (3 September 2022)
• San Marino (3 September 2022)
• Greece (3 September 2022)
• Tibet (3 September 2022)
• Japan (17 February 2023)
• Greenland (29 July 2023)
• Ireland (29 July 2023)
• Netherlands (29 July 2023)
• Slovakia (29 July 2023)
• Slovenia (29 July 2023)
• Croatia (29 July 2023)
• Norway (29 July 2023)
• Hungary (29 July 2023)
• Austria (29 July 2023)

Nations unilaterally not recognised

List of the nations unilaterally not recognised:

• European Union (24 February 2022)
• South Sudan (27 February 2022)
• Somaliland (27 February 2022)
• Transnistria (3 September 2022)
• Kosovo (3 September 2022)
• Afghanistan (17 February 2023)
• UN (20 January 2024)

Nations previously not recognised

All nations here are no longer "unrecognized" status, however they are not considered "recognized" either. This means that Landopia and the Government declare themselves neutral on the legitimacy of existence of the following states:

• Ukraine (24 February 2022 – 21 June 2024)
• Luxembourg (3 September 2022 – 9 October 2024)
• Monaco (3 September 2022 – 28 October 2024)
• Switzerland (3 September 2022 – 9 October 2024)
• Moldova (3 September 2022 – 24 October 2024)
• Belgium (3 September 2022 – 9 October 2024)
• Taiwan (17 February 2023 – 9 October 2024)
• Liechtenstein (29 July 2023 – 24 October 2024)

Micronations unilaterally recognised

• Seborga (23 February 2022)
• Principality of Sealand (29 July 2023)

Micronations bilaterally recognized

• United States of the Rocky Mountains (12 March 2022)
• Kingdom of Salanda (6 June 2024)
• Vishwamitra (7 June 2024)
• Empire of Levinia (10 June 2024)
• Kingdom of Baustralia (25 June 2024)
• Slitronia (12 October 2024)
• Azelia (13 October 2024)
• Verraland (18 October 2024)
• Sevoria (23 October 2024)
• Pacifico (28 October 2024)
• Imruland (31 October 2024)

Intermicronational organisation participation

Active Alliances, Unions and Federations

Landopia is a member of 5 Intermicronational organisations:

• Micronational Olympic Federation - member, since 25 February 2022;
• Collaborative Realms of Working Nations - member, since 16 January 2024;
• Grand Unified Micronational - provisional member November;
• International Organization of La MicroItalofonia - member, since 28 June 2024;
• Union Against Micronational War - member, since 30 October 2024.

Former Alliances, Unions and Federations

• Unione delle MicroNazioni Italiane - member, from 21 April to 1 August 2019;

External links

• Landopian official state site
• Landopian official Instagram page
• The Landopian Gazzette Official newspaper