Thanedom of Herland
Þegndom av Herland | |
|---|---|
 Flag | |
| Sovereign state | Jarldom of Hjalvik |
| Established | 29 May 2021 |
| Decolonised | 27 February 2024 |
| Capital | Rosby |
| Official languages | English, Hjalsk |
| Demonym(s) | Herlandisk |
| Government | Monarchy |
• Thane | Jon Stefensson |
• Governor | Jon Stefensson |
• Monarch | Jarl Juvan I |
| Area | |
• Total | 0.83 km2 (0.32 sq mi) |
| Population | |
• Census | 3 (7 de facto) (2021) |
| Currency | British Pound, Hjalsk Skilingr |
| Time zone | GMT |
| Date format | dd/mm/yyyy |
| Driving side | left |
The Thanedom of Herland was a Hjalsk thanedom located in the Suþfold district of Hjalvik. Herland was founded on 29 May 2021, with Jon Stefensson appointed as thane.
Etymology
The name "Herland" means "War Land" in Hjalsk. The name originates from the nearby Second World War defences at Hoxa Head, South Ronaldsay. The former Herlandisk capital of Rosby translates in Hjalsk to "Rose Dwelling" , referring to the name of Lord Stefensson’s residence. "Borgtoft" translates to "Broch Cottage", as the territory is situated on the island of Burray, meaning "Broch Island" in Old Norse. "Suþþveit" translates roughly to "Southern Farm" in Hjalsk, referring to the southern location of the farmstead territory in relation to Rosby.
History
The Thanedom of Herland was established on 29 May 2021. The thanedom compromises of 4 territories; Rosby, Suþþveit, Borgtoft and Eyrasey. Borgtoft was originally annexed by Hjalvik on 19 April 2021. When Herland was established, Borgtoft was thrown into the lands under the domain of Lord Stefensson. The territory was governed locally by former citizen Dixi Hæpvörþr.
When Herland was established, Jon Stefensson immediately assumed the position of thane, and was entitled to this position until his death or abdication. Herland was abandoned after the Hjalsk reforms on 27 February 2024, with the position abolished along with it.
Geography
The geography of Herland is not too contrasting, Borgtoft, Suþþveit and Rosby all consist of grassy fields, and Eyrasey consists of a small island made up of shingles, connected to South Ronaldsay by a shingle ayre.
Territories
Herland consisted of 4 territories, most of which were fully bordered by the United Kingdom.
| Name | Flag | Incorporated into Thanedom of Herland | Area | Population | Governor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borgtoft | N/A | 29 May 2021 | 2,200 m² | 1 | Dixi Hæpvörþr |
| Eyrasey | N/A | 29 May 2021 | N/A | 0 | Jon Stefensson |
| Rosby | N/A | 29 May 2021 | 12,140 m² | 1 | Jon Stefensson |
| Suþþveit | N/A | 29 May 2021 | >813,400 m² | 1 | Skyla Nikolsson |