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|conventional_long_name = Skoric Peoples Socialist State  
 
|conventional_long_name = Skoric Peoples Socialist State  
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|native_name =        Sozamz Skora Myustras Daugrech
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|native_name =        Skoríska Folksociále Staten
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|common_name =        Skoric Daugrech
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|common_name =        Skoric State
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|national_motto =    Janst en Oppen
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|national_motto =    Feir en Flod
 
|englishmotto =      Iron and Blood
 
|englishmotto =      Iron and Blood
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|national_anthem =    The Fire Within
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|national_anthem =    The Victory Among Victories
 
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|capital =            Suric
 
|capital =            Suric
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|largest_city =      capital
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|largest_city =      Theamak
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|official_languages = Skoran
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|official_languages = Skoric
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|national_languages = Skoran, Obnian, Iskovic
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|national_languages = Skoric, Slandafor, Svoglan, Obnian
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|regional_languages = Hashamen, Ghishites, Nomic, Isiltavaa
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|regional_languages = Erathnian, Lanarian
 
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|demonym =            Skoric
 
|demonym =            Skoric
 
|government_type =    {{Wp|Federalism|Federal}} {{Wp|Socialism|Socalist}}
 
|government_type =    {{Wp|Federalism|Federal}} {{Wp|Socialism|Socalist}}
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|leader_title3 =      Leader
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|leader_title1 =      State President
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|leader_name3 =      Calrion Cygnhaught (2000-2010)
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|leader_name1 =      Malíyah Varenn
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|leader_title4 =      Leader
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|leader_title2 =      Premier
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|leader_name4 =      Arbenz Rouben (1985-2000)
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|leader_name2 =      Nerafror Meranaught
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|leader_title5 =      Leader
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|leader_title3 =      Chairman of the Supreme Council
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|leader_name5 =      Yor Galanaught (1970-1985)
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|leader_name3 =      Freidrik Maergand
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|leader_title6 =      Leader
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|leader_title4 =      Chairman of the Union
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|leader_name6 =      Sarkinzk Laugger(1955-1970)
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|leader_name4 =      Helgair Vetrason
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|leader_title7 =      Leader
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|leader_title5 =      Vice President
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|leader_name7 =      Loyman Ghauss(1911-1955)
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|leader_name5 =      Erthain Ochs Velkrag
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|leader_title2 =      Leader
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|legislature =       State Congress
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|leader_name2 =      Nera Gor Melanaught(2010-2020
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|upper_house =       State Supreme Council
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|leader_title1 =      Leader
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|lower_house =       State Socialist Diet
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|leader_name1 =      Selnak Mynsro(2020-2027)
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|sovereignty_type =  Formation
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|legislature =       Congress of Skorics
 
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|upper_house =       Skoric Peoples Council
 
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|lower_house =       Skoric Socialist Diet  
 
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|sovereignty_type =  Civil War
 
 
|sovereignty_note =   
 
|sovereignty_note =   
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|established_event1 =  
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|established_event1 = Skrígarn
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|established_date1 =   
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|established_date1 =  1123
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|established_event2 =  
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|established_event2 = Confederation of the Black River Kingdoms
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|established_date2 =   
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|established_date2 =  1712
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|established_event3 = Empire of Skoríska
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|established_date3 =  1 Septémbik 1802
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|established_event4 = Monarchy abolished
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|established_date4 =  9 Októbrik 1910
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|established_event5 = Skoric State
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|established_date5 =  31 Martsik 1911
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|established_event6 = Current constitution
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|established_date6 =  10 Martsik 2001
 
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|area_km2 =        6.942 million km²
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|area_km2 =        2214078
 
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|HDI_change =        increase
 
|HDI_change =        increase
 
|HDI_rank =            3'rd
 
|HDI_rank =            3'rd
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|HDI_ref =            0.905
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|currency =          Skigmark
 
|currency =          Skigmark
 
|currency_code =      SMK
 
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The '''Skoric Daugrech'''(Skoran: ''Skoric Daugrech''), officially the '''Skoric Peoples Socialist State(SPSS)''', is nation that spans much of the northern Ariethnian continent. It has a population in excess of 120 million, making it the fifth most populous nation in the world. It is a traditionally federal socialist union(FSU) comprised of 22 regions of limited autonomy. With an area of 2.2 million square kilometers, the Skoric Daugrech is also the fourth-largest country by total land area. It's most populous city, Suric, is also its largest financial center, located in the Skuraggard SAS. At the time of its proclamation, the Skoric Daugrech was the first true constitutionally socialist country.
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The '''Skoric State''(Skoric: Skoríska Staten)''''', Officially the '''Skoric Peoples Socialist State''(Skoric: Skoríska Folksociále Staten)''''' is a federal socialist state situated in northern Ariethia, making it one of two federally socialist states in Ariethia. With an area of about 2.2 million square kilometers and a population of almost 140 million, it is the sixth-most populous country. It was organized as a federal union of autonomous socialist states, the largest of which is the Theamak FAS. The Skoric State shares land borders with Lilabor to the west, and Archalae, Wykonn, Palaen and Zoble to the south. It shares maritime borders with Lilabor and the Deysian Federation through the Trans-Anhlietian and Lars Gulf. Its capital is Suric, although its most populous city and financial center is Theamak. After the end of the civil war in 1911, the Skoric State would become the first ever constitutionally socialist country.
  
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The seeds that were sown for its creation, can trace all the way back to 1778. The former Askorian Empire, which the Skoric Daugrech is a successor of, was a union of 58 holy kingdoms. It was the first true unified Skoric state, however it would fall into decline from the 19'th century to early 20'th century. Civil unrest due to economic and political woes eroded the ability of the state to properly function. The violent and often bloody dismantling of peaceful protests and demonstrations would further ignite the populace. Eventually, this unrest would culminate into the Skoric Civil War, a war that lasted a little over seven years. From 1904-1911, the Skoric Socialist Front would lead the fight against the monarchy, eventually succeeding and establishing control over much of the former empire. The creation of the Skoric Daugrech was markedly brutal and bloody, it was in its truest form a display of the Skoric people's innate nature for change, and the lengths they go for it. The period post-civil war saw great suffering and economic strife. Those associated with the nobility were persecuted by the populace, or well, the ones that did not leave the country. Socialist rule itself would see the construction of four major projects; the employment of free, government-subsidized healthcare(Sozamzhalans Initsativ), a universal basic income(Sozamzekonomis Initsativ), the Industrial Policy(Shlenndustry Politik), and the cultural policy(Odlern Politik). The industrial policy was what really aided in the miraculous growth the country experienced between 1913 and 1943. However much of these projects would not have been, if not for Loymen Ghauss. The leader of the Skoric socialist front, he acted as the supreme leader of the fledgling socialist state. He oversaw the reconstruction of the economy, public works and various other activities that helped jump-start the economy and recover from the crippling conditions of the civil war. His style of rule helped create an industrial powerhouse, whose quality of life and industrial capacity rivaled or even exceeded that of its neighbors.
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Skoríska was first inhabited in the Paleolithic age, with organized societies emerging in the first millennium on the Black River in modern-day Helnnogard. Up until the 11’th century, Skoríska consisted of various independent kingdoms and city-states up until the 17’th century, when they effectively formed a confederation to fight Lilaborn raids from the west. The confederation would eventually be succeeded by the Empire of Skoríska in the early 18’th century, before being overthrown by socialist revolutionaries in 1911. As a result of treaties made with Lilabor, most of its western territories were integrated into East Lilabor as a way to appease Lilaborn expansionism.
  
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In 1940, the Skoric Daugrech, who had finished its military reconstruction, would launch a pre-emptive invasion of the Holy Republic of Lilaborn. This would be the starting pistol for the Pan-Ariethnian Conflict(PAC). The estimated military and civilian casualties of the war is said to exceed eight million. An end to the war would soon be found in 1947 however, albeit in the form of an uneasy truce. Post-1947, up until to 2005, would then start the Cold War period. This would see a markedly different means of combat; that of ideological and economic means than military. This period saw intense paranoia; and xenophobia, something which still effects much of Skoric thinking and society unfortunately. The Skoric Daugrech in this period would support socialist rebels in various countries across the globe, in an attempt to create its own sphere of influence the world over. It would create its own block of nations, the Autonomous Nations(ATNAS), to compete against the Lilaborn led bloc. When 1964 came, the Skoric Daugrech would further inflame tensions by supporting Mer-Freula in its invasion of Merakistaq. This would later lead to an initially crippling blockade in 1970, dubbed 'The Isolation', whose comprehensive economic sanctions would last up until the early 2000's. The end of the blockade helped pave for the way for an increasingly liberal economy, with the Skoric Daugrech implementing shock therapy to stimulate the economy back into in productivity. Free trade allowed for unprecedented economic growth, bringing an equally unprecedented era of prosperity.
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Skoríska went through a period of prolonged warfare in the 20’th century. After the end of its civil war, it underwent rapid industrialization in the 1920’s and 1930’s in what was considered an economic miracle. The restoration of economic stability and the undertaking of massive public works projects alongside a mass re-armament scheme briefly made it the center of all trade on the Ariethnian continent. In late 1939, the Holy Republic began mobilizing its military in a bid to overthrow socialist rule and establish various satellite states throughout the western regions of the Skoric State. Due to this, the Skoric State would launch a pre-emptive invasion in early 1940, launching the Pan-Ariethnian conflict. It would conquer most of Ariethia but failed to achieve most of its strategic objectives within Lilabor, leading to a stalemate in 1947 and an end to hostilities. Its rapid economic development and sphere of influence would cement its status as a superpower.
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Throughout its entire existence, the Skoric Daugrech played an instrumental role in the sciences. It has made significant contributions to the sciences, advancing military and commercial technology. As one of the founding members of the Consortium of Nations, the Skoric Daugrech possesses a permanent seat on the World Council. At its height, it had the world's second-largest economy, and bears the world's fourth-largest presently. The Skoric Daugrech continues to compete economically, technologically, militarily, and ideologically with its peers.
 
  
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==History==
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Tensions with the Lilaborn led Imperial-Bloc led to the First Cold War. The Imperial-Bloc would eventually be expanded into what is known as SOFA in 1955, prompting the Skoric State to create its own alliance, ATNAS in 1956. Although neither side engaged in direct military conflict, they instead fought on an ideological basis through various proxy wars throughout the globe. In the 1960’s, the Skoric State would compete to lead the First Space Race, launching the first space station into orbit, and the first probe onto another planet. It would also build the first permanent research station in 1979, the International Research Station. In 1981, the controversial backing of Mer-Freula in its brutal war against Merakistaq would lead to a long list of sanctions, alongside an internationally-backed blockade supported by SOFA referred to as ‘The Great Oceanic Wall’. These comprehensive economic sanctions would last up until the late 1990’s, when they were lifted thanks to warming relations between ATNAS and SOFA. The end of the blockade paved the way for an increasingly liberal economy, with the switch to a radically different economic model combining market-oriented characteristics of more capitalist societies, while maintaining the best elements of Skoric socialism. This change in economic model, while leading to an initially crippling recession due to the transition, led to unprecedented economic growth in the 21’st century. These economic, but also political reforms helped to reintegrate the Skoric State into the global economy and politics. Since the late 2010’s, the Skoric State has been militarily involved in a number of conflicts within what is considered the Third World, such as its war in Noshkovia in 2005, East Deysia since 2013, and more recently its ongoing invasion of Sigramearsk in 2023. It is generally agreed upon that that Skoric State began the Second Cold War with its large-scale invasion of Sigramearsk.
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'''Revolutionary Foundation (1900-1911)'''
 
  
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The roots for the modern revolution can be traced to the 1850 farmers riot. Increasingly brutal conditions within the empire continued to rile the restless masses. A strong desire for change had existed for a long while, however political deadlock prevented any change from coming. There was a fear among the nobility than giving power to the working class would have disastrous effects on the empire. Emperor Geld Sterafor held this sentiment too, as he feared that this would lead to an unraveling of the first unified Skoric State. Social unrest would continue as hate continued to mount against the ruling elite. Political conditions would also be exacerbated by crippling economic conditions. The Askorian Empire had, for the better part of the century, been largely in decline. It had industrialized, yes, but not to the same degree as its neighbors. It was still largely an agricultural economy, dependant on the production of wheat and rice. Cross-strait trade was also largely absent, new trade routes mean't that the Empire was now separated from the sale of spice, gold, and diamonds.  
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The Skoric State as of 2023 is classed as a developed country, with a high-income economy and a global leader in science and technology, electronics, and the automotive industry. It has low levels of corruption, environmental issues, and civil liberties, but ranks among the lowest in international measurements of freedom of the press and freedom of religion. It is also one of few countries in the world to implement universal healthcare, alongside tuition-free university education for the youth. The Skoric State also possesses the third-largest stockpiles of nuclear weapons, and the third-largest military expenditure, trailing behind the Deysian Federation and Holy Republic. Despite its weakened influence and economy after the blockade, it is still considered one of the three superpowers of the world. The Skoric State is a member of ATNAS and a founding member of CON, a permanent member of both Security Councils.
  
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A demonstration in the city of Ochertsborg in March, 1902 would be brutally crushed by Empire soldiers. It was another demonstration among many others, however it could be considered to be the last straw for the masses. The following week saw many revolts break out through all major cities, overwhelming authorities and leading to the destruction of Empire property. The civil war would officially start around early 1903, when various militas at the city of Leddborg in present-day Theamak organized into the 'Socialist Front'. The monarchy would be abolished soon after the war's end, replaced instead by a council consisting of high-ranking members within the Socialist Front.
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==History==
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The history of the Skoric State began after the end of the Skoric Civil War, which ended with the economic collapse and political disintegration of the Imperial Skoric State. Established quickly in 1911 after the Skoric Civil War, the Skoric State would be a one-party state under the New Socialist Party. Its early years were marked by the implementation of radical socialist policies, which sought to stabilize the economy and bring order.
  
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The first national election saw the rise of Loymann Ghauss, a pragmatic and initially unpopular leader who helped implement policies that would aid in the reconstruction of the country. His ‘New Industry Plan’ or NIP, helped to rebuild the ruined agriculture industry and rapidly industrialized the nation through heavy investment. The Skoric State had a central role in the Pan-Ariethnian Conflict, although to the cost of many millions of civilian and military lives.
  
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The Skoric State emerged as one of the three superpowers, leading the Socialist Bloc against the Imperial Bloc during the First Cold War. This period saw the Skoric State engage in an arms race, a space race, and numerous proxy wars around the globe. After the death of Loyman Ghauss in 1955, increasing efforts would be made to decentralize the economy to avoid stagnation, although efforts would cease after the SOFA blockade in 82’. The 80s and 90s saw a brief stagnation and economic decline, although it was due to weakening trade with Deysia and the 1981 and 1992 Oil Glut. The extractionary relationships of ATNAS also caused a strain in ties between the Socialist world and the Skoric State as it sought to maintain its status as the pillar of socialism. The vast burdens of managing ATNAS, military expenditures and sanctions would put a great strain upon the Skoric economy.
  
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In the 2000’s, Tervok Kalden’s policies of economic restructuring and rapprochement with the Imperial Bloc led to a warming in relations and the eventual lifting of the blockade. With a massively reduced military budget and a radically new socialist model, the 21st century saw a resurgence of the Skoric state in global affairs. Its invasion of Sigramearsk in 2023 would begin the Second Cold War, and the subsequent Second Space Race.
  
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==Politics==
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| [[File:Maliyan_Varenn.png|100px|center|alt=Maliyan Varenn]]
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| [[File:Nerafror_Meranaught.png|100px|center|alt=Nerafror]]
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| '''Malíyah Varenn'''<br /><small>State President</small>
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| '''Nerafror Meranaught'''<br /><small>Vice President</small>
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| [[File:Freidrik_Maergand.png|100px|center|alt=Freidrik Maergand]]
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| [[File:Helgair_Vetrason.png|100px|center|alt=Helgair Vetrason]]
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| '''Freidrik Maergand'''<br /><small>Supreme Council Chairman</small>
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| '''Helgair Vetrason'''<br /><small>Union Chairman</small>
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The Skoric State is a unitary one-party socialist republic governed by the New Socialist Party (NSP). The NSP is guided by socialism with capitalist characteristics, a type of socialism adapted to Skoric circumstances. Although its economic policies have grown increasingly capitalist. Under the constitution, the New Socialist Party (NSP) asserts their role in all branches of politics and society. The president is the elected head of state, supreme commander of the military and unofficially the general secretary of the NSP. Officially, they hold the second highest office in the nation and perform executive functions, state appointments, and setting policy.
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[[File:Armasig_Munitions_Plant.jpeg|150px|thumb|right|The Armasig Military Munitions Complex is the largest and most advanced munitions plant in Ariethia, producing approximately 50,000 artillery shells per month.]]
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The Skoric State Armed Forces''(Skoric: Váldharina Skóriska Folksociále Staten)'' is considered one of the world’s most powerful militaries, engaged in a continuous modernization of its armed forces even despite restrictions of the 2010 Global Peace Accords. Since 2020, it consists of five services: the State Ground Forces''(Statmark Váldstärk)'', State Air Forces''(Statlúft Váldstärk)'', State Naval Forces''(Statamarina Váldstärk)'', State Air-Defense Forces''(Statlúftforsvar Váldstärk)'' and State Strategic Missile Forces''(Statsastrategisk Rakettstärk)''. It also has two independent arms of service, the Domestic Security Forces, often referred to as the Fláktrupps, and Airborne Forces''(Lúftburne Váldstärk)''. As of 2023, the military has around a million active-duty personnel, the sixth-largest, and about 30 million in reserves. As of 2005, it is mandatory for all male and female citizens aged 18-27 to be drafted for a year of service in the Armed Forces. The Skoric State is among four recognized nuclear weapons states, with the third largest stockpile of nuclear weapons; a little less than a third of all nuclear weapons are owned by Skoriska. It is a party to the Global Nuclear-Arms-Ban Treaty (GNABT) and the Nuclear-Test-Ban Accord (NTBA). In Absolute terms, Skoric military spending in 2024 was the third-highest in the world, spending approximately 152 billion skigmarks, or 1.9% of its GDP. In 2020 it was the world’s second-largest arms exporter, with an entirely indigenous defence industry, producing most of its military equipment.
  
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A demonstration in the Industrial city of Leddborg in March, 1910 would be violently crushed by Empire soldiers. This would be the breaking point, as the week after saw countless revolts break out throughout all major population centers. The civil war would officially start around 1903 through the Skoric Socialist Front, one of the first organized movements for resistance. It would ultimately be victorious against the Imperial forces,
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Skoriska has major military industries and the second-largest aerospace sector in the world. The country has produced equipment such as the Aergast attack helicopter, the Orck tank, ''Staghorss'' supercarrier and many others. Skoriska is a major arms seller, with a large portion of its arsenal designs available for the export market. Skoric weapons exports totaled 55 billion skigmarks in 2022, up from 42 billion in the previous year. Additionally, Mer-Freula alone contributed more than 15 billion skigmarks to the Skoric total. Among the largest Skoric defence companies are Armasig, REUA, Skegharr-Hurk and Dayac.
  
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==Geography==
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[[File:Great_Thesslen_Range.jpeg|150px|thumb|right|The Great Thesslen Range is one of the most famous Skoric geographical features.]]
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Skoriska is the second-largest country in Ariethia. It borders Lilabor to the west, and Archalae, Wykonn, Palaen and Zoble to the south. Skoriska is also bordered by the East Ariethnian Sea and, at the north by the Skrandtik Sea. Skoric territory covers 2,214,078 km2 (854,860 sq mi). Elevation ranges from the mountains of the White Alps (highest point: Point Fror at 4,963 metres or 16282 feet) in the south to the shores sea of the Marino in the east and north-east. The forested uplands of central Skoriska and and lowlands of southern Skoriska (lowest points: In the Federal Autonomous State of Oskanact, Ryborsg at 3.3 meters below sea level) are traversed by such major rivers as the Svarflor, Storafor,  Lagvatn and Vindigstrom. Signficiant natural resources include Oil, natural gas, iron ore, timber, copper, nickel, salt, uranium and lithium.
  
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The beginnings of the Skoric Daugrech can be traced to the Skoric city of Leddborg, in the present Hiethagard SAS. It sought to rally support from farmers and city workers to rebel against the Empire. This coincided with rising discontent with brutal and oppressive imperial rule. Though a reformist bill was to be passed, which would technically create a constitutional monarchy- this was blocked by aristocrats, however. A boiling point would later be reached in 1904, which rapidly deteriorated into full-blown protests across all major cities within the Empire. The mobilizing of the Royal Guard Corpus to fight these protests only added more fuel to the fire. In an attempt to curtail further riots, the Empire would request the help of the aristocratic houses- whom often operated their private militias for their respective kingdom. This would have little effect however, and by around 1900, the protests would turn to a full-fledged rebellion, sparking the Civil War.
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====Climate====
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Most of Skoriska has a climate ranging from subarctic in the north to subtropical in the south. Northern Skoriska tends to have warm summers and very cold winters with heavy snow in the areas bordering the Sea of Marino, alongside in mountainous areas. The northern states tend to have prevailing easterly winds that bring in moist air from East Ariethnian Sea, moderating the temperature and increasing precipitation. Conversly the southern states tend to have more extreme temperatures.
  
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By the first year, the Royal government would find itself stabbed in the back by certain aristocrats, who wished to carve out their own section of the empire and claim it as their own. This would pit the Askorian Empire against aristocratic militias and also the now strengthening Skoric Socialist Front, whom under the leadership of Loymen Ghauss, fought valiantly against Imperial forces. This civil war wou;d end in ten million casualties, with the Skoric Socialist Front taking the brunt of the losses. After a brutal struggle, the Skoric Socialist Front would find itself the lone survivor in 1911. Many Skoric aristocrats were either assassinated or escaped to the HRL. A formal peace deal would be signed, and Empire soldiers laid down their arms, providing a stop to the fighting. A portion of the Skoric far west, meanwhile, was incorporated into the HRL, which would provoke much disdain later on.
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From Febrárik  2019 - 2020, average monthly temperatures in Skoriska ranged from a low of -22°C in Janúrik to a high of 21.2°C in Júnik 2019. Average monthly precipitation ranged from 20 mm in Febrárik and Aprélik 2019 to 790 mm in Febrárik 2020. Average monthly hours of sunshine ranged from 45 in Novémbik 209 to 500 in Júnik 2019.
  
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'''Post-War Reconstruction and Social Reforms'''
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====Biodiversity====
  
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With the creation of the Skoric Peoples' Socialist State, socialism would be put to the test in a sea of monarchies and kingdoms. Having emerged from the civil war, the Skoric Daugrech suffered from incredible devastation. Scorched earth tactics left much of the nation's infrastructure destroyed, with transportation and travel essentially paralyzed. As such, Loymen Ghauss would find it important to fund reconstruction efforts to allow for a fast recovery. Efforts were also made to restore the national spirit and further stimulate socialist sentiments within the country.  
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==Economy==
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[[File:Theamak_City.jpeg|150px|thumb|right|Theamak, a leading business center in Ariethia.]]
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Skoriska initially adopted a command economy, whereby the production and distribution of goods were centralized and directed by the government. In the late 1980’s, there were plans to take the next step onto a computer-managed socialist planned economy, using a decision support system called EKOST. Due to the lifting of the blockade, further work on EKOST would stop, with the program completely canceled.
  
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The Skoric Daugrech would also implement numerous social reforms, focusing on equality and equity for all. The government planned for a comprehensive healthcare system, and offered heavily subsidized medical services to all citizens, to further reduce mortality from the civil-war. Vaccination campaigns and clean water initiatives were also crucial in ensuring the populace was healthy, and it was all funded through the Royal Family's gold reserves. Disease-related mortality and infant mortality would plummet thanks to these initiatives, and would contribute to the rise of Skoric industry, and its prominence on the global stage in later decades. Food security, which was a problem, was also dealt with promptly. Agriculture was heavily subsidized, and there was also the introduction of agricultural collectives, so as to secure the supply of food. These collectives encouraged the participation of farming within the community, to provide a boost to agricultural productivity. Increasing mechanization through the import of farming equipment would also help in enhancing crop yields. Food meanwhile would be handed out in the form of food staples for very affordable prices, but would be targeted at devastated cities and towns to help those that needed it the most.  
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As of currently, Skoriska has a socialist-orientated market economy with a highly skilled labour force, a low level of corruption and a rather high level of innovation. It is the world’s third-largest exporter and fifth-largest importer, and has the second-largest economy in Ariethia, the ninth-largest by nominal GDP, and the fourth-largest by PPP. Its GDP per capita measured in purchasing power standards amounts to 156% of the Compakt average. The country’s service sector contributes approximately 41% to total GDP, industry 49%, with Skoriska having the largest manufacturing sector in Ariethia, and agriculture 10% as of 2023. The unemployment rate published by ArStat amounts to 1.9%, the second lowest in Ariethia.
  
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In terms of industrial development, the Skoric Daugrech made immense sweeping changes. Factories were modernized, with the introduction of new machines and manufacturing processes which made production more efficient. the 'Shlenndustry initastiv' helped to prop up a competitive Skoric heavy industry, that would allow it to compete among the industrialized nations of the world. All of this happened over the course of twenty years.  
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Skoriska is apart of the Economic Compact, alternatively E-pakt, representing more than 350 million consumers. In 2015, the country accounted for 56% of the E-zone economy according to the World Monetary Fund. Skoriska introduced the common Epakt currency, the skigmark, in 2006. Monetary policy is headed by the State Central Bank, headquartered in Suric.
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In terms of industrial development, the Skoric Daugrech made large sweeping changes. Factories were modernized, introducing new machines and manufacturing processes. These all contributed to expanding the industrial capacity. Massive investments were made by the state to expand heavy industry and also infrastructure. This would lead to the Skoric economy becoming highly competitive among the industrialized nations of the world, and this all happened within a few short years. This economic miracle, so to say, is said to have emboldened socialist groups across the globe, as the Skoric Daugrech was considered a shining beacon of socialism.
 
  
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The Skoric manufacturing industry is regarded as one of the largest manufacturing economies and exporter of goods. Exports as percentage of GDP has stayed at just around 30%, reflecting their continued importance to the Skoric economy. Skoriska remains to be one of the largest trading nations in the world, playing a prominent role in international trade. Skoriska is the third largest exporter of heavy industrial goods. Skoriska is home to the DAYAC State Corporation, the world’s second-largest automotive manufacturer by vehicle production.
  
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The Skoric People's Socialist State set about consolidating its political control. Opposition forces, including nationalists, monarchists, and democrats, faced systematic suppression. The government established a vast network of surveillance, ensuring that the Skoric Socialist Party maintained a means to survey for dissent. To maintain ideological purity, the education system also changed, with a strong focus on inculcating socialist values from a young age. The Skoric Daugrech attempted to drive home the fact that socialism was the optimal way to govern an econoy, in that socialist values.
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The top ten exports of Skoriska are oil and gas, vehicles, machinery, chemical goods, electronic products, electrical equipment, pharmaceuticals, transport equipment, basic metals, and food products.
  
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Media censorship was stringent too, and journalists were required to adhere to strict guidelines. State-controlled media outlets disseminated propaganda to reinforce the party's narrative, while dissenting voices were systematically silenced. Cultural expression was generally allowed, however, artists and writers were generally 'encouraged' to create works that adhered to the state's ideology.
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Of the world’s 500 largest stock-market-listed companies measured by revenue in 2023, the Econ Global 500, 99 are headquartered in Skoriska. 30 major Skoric-based companies are included in the SKX, the Skoric stock market index which is operated by the Theamak Stock Exchange. Well-known international brands include DAYAC, Satall, AVMZ, REUA, Skegharr-Hurk and Skopek, to name a few.
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[[File:High_Speed_rail.jpeg|150px|thumb|right|A RAK 9 train on the Theamak-Skogvarg high-speed rail line, with operating speed up to 300 km/h]]
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[[File:Nuclear_Plant.jpg|150px|thumb|right|Theamak Nuclear Power Plant. Skoríska derives most of its energy from nuclear, 75%, a higher proportion than any other country in the world.]]
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[[File:Brannar_Gas_Field.jpeg|150px|thumb|right|Brannar Gas Field in the Theldorin FAS, it was the largest discovered natural-gas field in the world in 1983.]]
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With its central position within Ariethia, Skoríska is a transport hub for the continent. Its network of roads and high-speed rail is among the densest in Ariethia. The Skoric State National Railway Network or ''SNR'' train network serves all major Skoric cities, alongside destinations in neighbouring countries with speeds of up to 300 km/h. The largest airports are Skogvarg Airport, Theamak Airport, Kronfror Airport and Marya-Thesse Airport. The Port of Marya-Thesse is the second-busiest port in Ariethia and one of the twelve largest container ports in the world.
  
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In 2020, Skoríska was the world’s fifth-largest consumer of energy. Skopek, which is majority-owned by the Skoric government, is the country's main distributor and producer of electricity, and the second-largest electric utility company, ranking second in revenue globally. Skoriska meets its power demands mostly through nuclear, which provides 75% of the country's electricity, the remainder of which is provided through a mix of oil and gas, alongside hydro, solar, and wind. Skoríska is considered a world leader in nuclear technology, with reactors and nuclear fuel being major exports. Thanks to its commitment to reducing energy consumption, in line with the Tierzig Accord, it has reduced primary energy consumption by 12% between 1991 and 2020, with a goal of reducing it further by 30% by 2030 and 50% by 2050.
  
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The outbreak of the Pan-Ariethnian War in 1940 marked a turning point in the history of the Skoric Daugrech. Skoric spies had relayed information that the Holy Republic of Lilaborn was mobilizing for a potential invasion, alongside other states that bordered the Skoric Daugrech. Thus, The Skoric Daugrech attempted a pre-emptive invasion of the Holy Republic of Lilaborn. It was considered the 'first shot' of the Pan-Ariethnian Conflict (PAC). The war involved a massive amount of military material and included mass mobilization on a never-before-seen scale. Skoric industry was almost entirely honed for the production of war material, to ensure maximum combat effectiveness.
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Due to the reliance on nuclear power, the development of other renewable energy sources has been rather slow compared to other nations. Despite this, production capacity from renewable energies has increased, with hydropower being the leading source, accounting for 60% of the country’s renewable energy sources and contributing 10% of its electricity. Despite meeting almost all of its domestic energy demand through nuclear, Skoriska still maintains its position as the third largest producer of crude oil, something which is credited with helping sustain the massive Skoric welfare state.
  
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The war saw the Skoric Daugrech engage in and also suffer intense aerial bombings and chemical warfare. The death toll was staggering, with entire cities reduced to dust. In the wake of the conflict, the Skoric Daugrech was ultimately beaten back, but not defeated. Much like its rival, it faced the herculean task of post-war reconstruction, considering that large segments of its infrastructure lay in rubble.
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The Skoric agricultural sector is highly mechanized and has a strong focus on international exports. It employs about 1.3% of the Skoric labor force but produces large surpluses in the food-processing industry and accounts for 1.6% of the total Skoric GDP value. The Skoriska ranks first in the Compakt and second worldwide in the value of agricultural exports, behind only Lilabor, with agricultural exports earning 110 billion in 2019, up from 102 billion in 2016.
  
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The uneasy stalemate reached in 1947 resulted in the Skoric Daugrech consolidating its territories captured in the east and the south. The Skoric Daugrech, although battered, remained intact, and continued to exert its influence throughout its bloc of Socialist nations (ATNAS).
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Two-thirds of the world's exports for various fruits and vegetables go through the country. Skoriska exports two-fifths of the world's wheat, and one-third of the world's rice. A significant portion of Dutch agricultural exports consists of grain, which occupies a little less than half of the cropland. As climate change continues to progress, large opportunities are foreseen for Skoric agriculture during the rest of the 21st century as variability continues in the traditionally frigid northern states, which could lead to increased migration to those regions.
  
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Owing to its large coastline alongside the Eastern Ariethnian Sea, Skoriska maintains one of the world's largest fishing fleet, ranking fourth in the world in tonnage of fish caught; capturing 5.9 million tonnes of fish in 2019. It produces about half of all canned fish, and some one-fifth of the world's total fresh and frozen fish.
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Domestic and international travel and tourism contribute over 350 billion Skigmarks to Skoríska’s GDP annually. The industry supports approximately 3.5 million jobs, encompassing direct, indirect, and induced employment. As of 2024, Skoríska is among the most-visited countries in Ariethia, attracting visitors with destinations such as Suric, Theamak, and the Great Thesslen Range across central Skoriska. Notable landmarks include the Old Ruins of Helnnogard, the White Alps with Point Fror, and nature reserves within the interior. Natural and cultural sites, such as the Central National Park and the Suric Catalog, also play a significant role in the tourism sector, making the country a rather popular destination.
  
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In the years following the Pan-Ariethnian War, the Skoric Daugrech and its allies faced complex international tensions, primarily with the Holy Republic of Lilaborn and the rising Deysian Federation. The Skoric Daugrech's highly centralized military alliance, known as The Autonomous Nations(or ATNAS), served as a bulwark against regional and international adversaries. The alliance played an important role in safeguarding the Skoric Daugrech's interests and bolstering its position on the world stage.
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The responsibility for educational supervision in Skoriska is primarily organized within each FAS. Optional kindergarten is provided for all children between three and six years old, after which school attendance is compulsory for nine years regardless of state. Primary education usually lasts for four to six years. Secondary schooling is divided into various tracks based on whether students choose to pursue an academic or vocational education. A system of mandatory apprenticeship called SU or Co-op ensures that all students gain necessary work experience by the time they graduate from a post-secondary institution. This model is well regarded and reproduced widely around the world.
  
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The Skoric Daugrech was active in supporting various proxy wars, providing military and logistical aid to socialist rebel groups in central Deysia and Noshkovia, often against the influence of the Holy Republic of Lilaborn, These proxy wars further destabilized the region and drew the Skoric Daugrech deeper into the global power struggle.
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As all Skoric universities and colleges are public institutions, students pay no tuition fees. The general requirement for attending a university is getting an SRE qualification by completing the quadri-annual State Level Exams. According to the WEB report in 2019, Skoriska is the world’s second leading destination for international study. The established universities in Skoriska include some of the oldest in the world, with Theamak University (established in 1453), Skogvarg University (established 1712) and Helnnogard University (established 1412) being the oldest. Theamak University’s academic model became widespread throughout Ariethnian universities due to its success.  
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In 1966, the Skoric Daugrech shocked the world by becoming the first nation to employ Silvum gas, a novel chemical weapon, during the short but intense Second Ruvian-Skoric War. The use of this weapon drew international condemnation, leading to calls for disarmament and a renewed focus on chemical weapons regulations. It eventually led to a chemical weapons ban and the near-total destruction of chemical weapons stocks around the globe.
 
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The Deysian Federation and the HRL's blockade in the early 1970s posed a significant challenge to the Skoric Daugrech's economic and military growth. It forced the nation to explore alternative sources for rare-earth metals and critical chemicals essential for its industries. As a result, the Skoric Daugrech was forced into a period of isolation from the global market, a period referred to as the "Great Isolation."
 
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During this time, the Skoric Daugrech leveraged its influence over ATNAS, a group of socialist nations that provided vital trade partners and economic support. The Muwaic PSR became the Skoric Daugrech's primary trading partner, and the economic relationship between the two nations deepened significantly during this period. This led the Skoric Daugrech to get into unequal trade treaties.
 
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The Skoric Daugrech's economic resilience and adaptive policies helped it to overcome the challenges of the blockade. While import restrictions and trade embargoes persisted, the Skoric Daugrech continued to develop its industrial base, diversifying its economy and achieving notable self-sufficiency. It is one of few nations that could be said to have successfully committed autarky, however, this is disputed.
 
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The Skoric Peoples Socialist State maintained a professional army, ranking second in the [[GSI]] index in 2005 for defense capability. Spending a total of 7% of its GDP on defense(2015) the Skoric Military ranked second in military spending. The Skoric armed forces, formed shortly after the official proclamation of the Skoric Socialist State, maintains six main branches; Ground Forces, Air Forces, Naval Forces, Strategic Missile Forces, Air-defense forces, and Domestic Security Forces. The various branches of the armed forces, along with military policy, are headed by Skoric High Command. Much of the military bureaucracy occurs in a large military installation called 'Hesher' or Facility B2, which is located at a remote location in the Suraggard SAS.
 
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The Skoric military has largely been a ground and air-focused force, its military largely prepared to repel any potential incursion from its eastern and southern flanks. The Skoric State Air Force aids in the extensive support of the ground forces via the operation of large radar installations, unmanned drones and other surveillance aircraft. The Skoric navy played a large role in the geopolitical importance of the Skoric Daugrech however its effect had largely diminished through gradual cuts in budget and the size of the fleet.The Skoric army has long adhered to the military tradition practiced within the Askorian Empire. Its military past, going back nearly two hundred years, permeates much of Skoric society, thinking and culture. In 2010, there existed some 3 million soldiers, 1.6 million of which served in the Skoric Army. These 1.6 million were divided into 160 divisions, 135 of which served as motorized infantry, with 25 serving as armored divisions. Some 400,000 meanwhile would serve in the Skoric Naval forces. The Skoric Air Force, which mainly existed as a means of air defense and air superiority fields a large fleet of air superiority fighters. Alongside this, it would also maintain a sizable fleet of nuclear-capable strategic bombers. The Skoric Missile Forces operated more than 1300 ICBMs, deployed across some estimated 20 bases, and 178 command centers.
 
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Skoric Peoples Socialist State
Skoríska Folksociále Staten
Flag of Skoric State
Flag
of Skoric State
Motto: Feir en Flod
Iron and Blood
Anthem: The Victory Among Victories
Skoric Daugrech projection.png
Capital Suric
Largest city Theamak
Official languages Skoric
Recognised national languages Skoric, Slandafor, Svoglan, Obnian
Recognised regional languages Erathnian, Lanarian
Religion Secular state (De jure)
Demonym Skoric
Government Federal Socalist
• State President
 Malíyah Varenn
• Premier
 Nerafror Meranaught
• Chairman of the Supreme Council
 Freidrik Maergand
• Chairman of the Union
 Helgair Vetrason
• Vice President
 Erthain Ochs Velkrag
Legislature State Congress
State Supreme Council
State Socialist Diet
Formation
• Skrígarn
 1123
• Confederation of the Black River Kingdoms
 1712
• Empire of Skoríska
 1 Septémbik 1802
• Monarchy abolished
 9 Októbrik 1910
• Skoric State
 31 Martsik 1911
• Current constitution
 10 Martsik 2001
Area
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 2,214,078 km2 (854,860 sq mi)
Population
• 2024 estimate
 138,858,000 (6'th)
• 2020 census
 135,354,00
GDP (PPP) 2023 estimate
• Total
 $7.7 trillion (4'th)
• Per capita
 $54,700 (5'th)
GDP (nominal) 2023 estimate
• Total
 $6.5 trillion (9'th)
• Per capita
 $46,810 (6'th)
Gini (2021) 11.32020
low
HDI (20) Increase 0.908
very high · 3'rd
Currency Skigmark (SMK)
Date format dd-mm-yyyy
Drives on the right
Calling code +6
ISO 3166 code SPS

The Skoric State(Skoric: Skoríska Staten), Officially the Skoric Peoples Socialist State(Skoric: Skoríska Folksociále Staten) is a federal socialist state situated in northern Ariethia, making it one of two federally socialist states in Ariethia. With an area of about 2.2 million square kilometers and a population of almost 140 million, it is the sixth-most populous country. It was organized as a federal union of autonomous socialist states, the largest of which is the Theamak FAS. The Skoric State shares land borders with Lilabor to the west, and Archalae, Wykonn, Palaen and Zoble to the south. It shares maritime borders with Lilabor and the Deysian Federation through the Trans-Anhlietian and Lars Gulf. Its capital is Suric, although its most populous city and financial center is Theamak. After the end of the civil war in 1911, the Skoric State would become the first ever constitutionally socialist country.

Skoríska was first inhabited in the Paleolithic age, with organized societies emerging in the first millennium on the Black River in modern-day Helnnogard. Up until the 11’th century, Skoríska consisted of various independent kingdoms and city-states up until the 17’th century, when they effectively formed a confederation to fight Lilaborn raids from the west. The confederation would eventually be succeeded by the Empire of Skoríska in the early 18’th century, before being overthrown by socialist revolutionaries in 1911. As a result of treaties made with Lilabor, most of its western territories were integrated into East Lilabor as a way to appease Lilaborn expansionism.

Skoríska went through a period of prolonged warfare in the 20’th century. After the end of its civil war, it underwent rapid industrialization in the 1920’s and 1930’s in what was considered an economic miracle. The restoration of economic stability and the undertaking of massive public works projects alongside a mass re-armament scheme briefly made it the center of all trade on the Ariethnian continent. In late 1939, the Holy Republic began mobilizing its military in a bid to overthrow socialist rule and establish various satellite states throughout the western regions of the Skoric State. Due to this, the Skoric State would launch a pre-emptive invasion in early 1940, launching the Pan-Ariethnian conflict. It would conquer most of Ariethia but failed to achieve most of its strategic objectives within Lilabor, leading to a stalemate in 1947 and an end to hostilities. Its rapid economic development and sphere of influence would cement its status as a superpower.

Tensions with the Lilaborn led Imperial-Bloc led to the First Cold War. The Imperial-Bloc would eventually be expanded into what is known as SOFA in 1955, prompting the Skoric State to create its own alliance, ATNAS in 1956. Although neither side engaged in direct military conflict, they instead fought on an ideological basis through various proxy wars throughout the globe. In the 1960’s, the Skoric State would compete to lead the First Space Race, launching the first space station into orbit, and the first probe onto another planet. It would also build the first permanent research station in 1979, the International Research Station. In 1981, the controversial backing of Mer-Freula in its brutal war against Merakistaq would lead to a long list of sanctions, alongside an internationally-backed blockade supported by SOFA referred to as ‘The Great Oceanic Wall’. These comprehensive economic sanctions would last up until the late 1990’s, when they were lifted thanks to warming relations between ATNAS and SOFA. The end of the blockade paved the way for an increasingly liberal economy, with the switch to a radically different economic model combining market-oriented characteristics of more capitalist societies, while maintaining the best elements of Skoric socialism. This change in economic model, while leading to an initially crippling recession due to the transition, led to unprecedented economic growth in the 21’st century. These economic, but also political reforms helped to reintegrate the Skoric State into the global economy and politics. Since the late 2010’s, the Skoric State has been militarily involved in a number of conflicts within what is considered the Third World, such as its war in Noshkovia in 2005, East Deysia since 2013, and more recently its ongoing invasion of Sigramearsk in 2023. It is generally agreed upon that that Skoric State began the Second Cold War with its large-scale invasion of Sigramearsk.

The Skoric State as of 2023 is classed as a developed country, with a high-income economy and a global leader in science and technology, electronics, and the automotive industry. It has low levels of corruption, environmental issues, and civil liberties, but ranks among the lowest in international measurements of freedom of the press and freedom of religion. It is also one of few countries in the world to implement universal healthcare, alongside tuition-free university education for the youth. The Skoric State also possesses the third-largest stockpiles of nuclear weapons, and the third-largest military expenditure, trailing behind the Deysian Federation and Holy Republic. Despite its weakened influence and economy after the blockade, it is still considered one of the three superpowers of the world. The Skoric State is a member of ATNAS and a founding member of CON, a permanent member of both Security Councils.

History

The history of the Skoric State began after the end of the Skoric Civil War, which ended with the economic collapse and political disintegration of the Imperial Skoric State. Established quickly in 1911 after the Skoric Civil War, the Skoric State would be a one-party state under the New Socialist Party. Its early years were marked by the implementation of radical socialist policies, which sought to stabilize the economy and bring order.

The first national election saw the rise of Loymann Ghauss, a pragmatic and initially unpopular leader who helped implement policies that would aid in the reconstruction of the country. His ‘New Industry Plan’ or NIP, helped to rebuild the ruined agriculture industry and rapidly industrialized the nation through heavy investment. The Skoric State had a central role in the Pan-Ariethnian Conflict, although to the cost of many millions of civilian and military lives.

The Skoric State emerged as one of the three superpowers, leading the Socialist Bloc against the Imperial Bloc during the First Cold War. This period saw the Skoric State engage in an arms race, a space race, and numerous proxy wars around the globe. After the death of Loyman Ghauss in 1955, increasing efforts would be made to decentralize the economy to avoid stagnation, although efforts would cease after the SOFA blockade in 82’. The 80s and 90s saw a brief stagnation and economic decline, although it was due to weakening trade with Deysia and the 1981 and 1992 Oil Glut. The extractionary relationships of ATNAS also caused a strain in ties between the Socialist world and the Skoric State as it sought to maintain its status as the pillar of socialism. The vast burdens of managing ATNAS, military expenditures and sanctions would put a great strain upon the Skoric economy.

In the 2000’s, Tervok Kalden’s policies of economic restructuring and rapprochement with the Imperial Bloc led to a warming in relations and the eventual lifting of the blockade. With a massively reduced military budget and a radically new socialist model, the 21st century saw a resurgence of the Skoric state in global affairs. Its invasion of Sigramearsk in 2023 would begin the Second Cold War, and the subsequent Second Space Race.

Politics

Maliyan Varenn
Nerafror
Malíyah Varenn
State President 		Nerafror Meranaught
Vice President
Freidrik Maergand
Helgair Vetrason
Freidrik Maergand
Supreme Council Chairman 		Helgair Vetrason
Union Chairman

The Skoric State is a unitary one-party socialist republic governed by the New Socialist Party (NSP). The NSP is guided by socialism with capitalist characteristics, a type of socialism adapted to Skoric circumstances. Although its economic policies have grown increasingly capitalist. Under the constitution, the New Socialist Party (NSP) asserts their role in all branches of politics and society. The president is the elected head of state, supreme commander of the military and unofficially the general secretary of the NSP. Officially, they hold the second highest office in the nation and perform executive functions, state appointments, and setting policy.

Federal Autonomous States

Law

Foreign Relations

Military

The Armasig Military Munitions Complex is the largest and most advanced munitions plant in Ariethia, producing approximately 50,000 artillery shells per month.

The Skoric State Armed Forces(Skoric: Váldharina Skóriska Folksociále Staten) is considered one of the world’s most powerful militaries, engaged in a continuous modernization of its armed forces even despite restrictions of the 2010 Global Peace Accords. Since 2020, it consists of five services: the State Ground Forces(Statmark Váldstärk), State Air Forces(Statlúft Váldstärk), State Naval Forces(Statamarina Váldstärk), State Air-Defense Forces(Statlúftforsvar Váldstärk) and State Strategic Missile Forces(Statsastrategisk Rakettstärk). It also has two independent arms of service, the Domestic Security Forces, often referred to as the Fláktrupps, and Airborne Forces(Lúftburne Váldstärk). As of 2023, the military has around a million active-duty personnel, the sixth-largest, and about 30 million in reserves. As of 2005, it is mandatory for all male and female citizens aged 18-27 to be drafted for a year of service in the Armed Forces. The Skoric State is among four recognized nuclear weapons states, with the third largest stockpile of nuclear weapons; a little less than a third of all nuclear weapons are owned by Skoriska. It is a party to the Global Nuclear-Arms-Ban Treaty (GNABT) and the Nuclear-Test-Ban Accord (NTBA). In Absolute terms, Skoric military spending in 2024 was the third-highest in the world, spending approximately 152 billion skigmarks, or 1.9% of its GDP. In 2020 it was the world’s second-largest arms exporter, with an entirely indigenous defence industry, producing most of its military equipment.

Skoriska has major military industries and the second-largest aerospace sector in the world. The country has produced equipment such as the Aergast attack helicopter, the Orck tank, Staghorss supercarrier and many others. Skoriska is a major arms seller, with a large portion of its arsenal designs available for the export market. Skoric weapons exports totaled 55 billion skigmarks in 2022, up from 42 billion in the previous year. Additionally, Mer-Freula alone contributed more than 15 billion skigmarks to the Skoric total. Among the largest Skoric defence companies are Armasig, REUA, Skegharr-Hurk and Dayac.

Geography

The Great Thesslen Range is one of the most famous Skoric geographical features.

Skoriska is the second-largest country in Ariethia. It borders Lilabor to the west, and Archalae, Wykonn, Palaen and Zoble to the south. Skoriska is also bordered by the East Ariethnian Sea and, at the north by the Skrandtik Sea. Skoric territory covers 2,214,078 km2 (854,860 sq mi). Elevation ranges from the mountains of the White Alps (highest point: Point Fror at 4,963 metres or 16282 feet) in the south to the shores sea of the Marino in the east and north-east. The forested uplands of central Skoriska and and lowlands of southern Skoriska (lowest points: In the Federal Autonomous State of Oskanact, Ryborsg at 3.3 meters below sea level) are traversed by such major rivers as the Svarflor, Storafor, Lagvatn and Vindigstrom. Signficiant natural resources include Oil, natural gas, iron ore, timber, copper, nickel, salt, uranium and lithium.

Climate

Most of Skoriska has a climate ranging from subarctic in the north to subtropical in the south. Northern Skoriska tends to have warm summers and very cold winters with heavy snow in the areas bordering the Sea of Marino, alongside in mountainous areas. The northern states tend to have prevailing easterly winds that bring in moist air from East Ariethnian Sea, moderating the temperature and increasing precipitation. Conversly the southern states tend to have more extreme temperatures.

From Febrárik 2019 - 2020, average monthly temperatures in Skoriska ranged from a low of -22°C in Janúrik to a high of 21.2°C in Júnik 2019. Average monthly precipitation ranged from 20 mm in Febrárik and Aprélik 2019 to 790 mm in Febrárik 2020. Average monthly hours of sunshine ranged from 45 in Novémbik 209 to 500 in Júnik 2019.

Biodiversity

Economy

Theamak, a leading business center in Ariethia.

Skoriska initially adopted a command economy, whereby the production and distribution of goods were centralized and directed by the government. In the late 1980’s, there were plans to take the next step onto a computer-managed socialist planned economy, using a decision support system called EKOST. Due to the lifting of the blockade, further work on EKOST would stop, with the program completely canceled.

As of currently, Skoriska has a socialist-orientated market economy with a highly skilled labour force, a low level of corruption and a rather high level of innovation. It is the world’s third-largest exporter and fifth-largest importer, and has the second-largest economy in Ariethia, the ninth-largest by nominal GDP, and the fourth-largest by PPP. Its GDP per capita measured in purchasing power standards amounts to 156% of the Compakt average. The country’s service sector contributes approximately 41% to total GDP, industry 49%, with Skoriska having the largest manufacturing sector in Ariethia, and agriculture 10% as of 2023. The unemployment rate published by ArStat amounts to 1.9%, the second lowest in Ariethia.

Skoriska is apart of the Economic Compact, alternatively E-pakt, representing more than 350 million consumers. In 2015, the country accounted for 56% of the E-zone economy according to the World Monetary Fund. Skoriska introduced the common Epakt currency, the skigmark, in 2006. Monetary policy is headed by the State Central Bank, headquartered in Suric.

The Skoric manufacturing industry is regarded as one of the largest manufacturing economies and exporter of goods. Exports as percentage of GDP has stayed at just around 30%, reflecting their continued importance to the Skoric economy. Skoriska remains to be one of the largest trading nations in the world, playing a prominent role in international trade. Skoriska is the third largest exporter of heavy industrial goods. Skoriska is home to the DAYAC State Corporation, the world’s second-largest automotive manufacturer by vehicle production.

The top ten exports of Skoriska are oil and gas, vehicles, machinery, chemical goods, electronic products, electrical equipment, pharmaceuticals, transport equipment, basic metals, and food products.

Of the world’s 500 largest stock-market-listed companies measured by revenue in 2023, the Econ Global 500, 99 are headquartered in Skoriska. 30 major Skoric-based companies are included in the SKX, the Skoric stock market index which is operated by the Theamak Stock Exchange. Well-known international brands include DAYAC, Satall, AVMZ, REUA, Skegharr-Hurk and Skopek, to name a few.

Infrastructure and Energy

A RAK 9 train on the Theamak-Skogvarg high-speed rail line, with operating speed up to 300 km/h
Theamak Nuclear Power Plant. Skoríska derives most of its energy from nuclear, 75%, a higher proportion than any other country in the world.
Brannar Gas Field in the Theldorin FAS, it was the largest discovered natural-gas field in the world in 1983.

With its central position within Ariethia, Skoríska is a transport hub for the continent. Its network of roads and high-speed rail is among the densest in Ariethia. The Skoric State National Railway Network or SNR train network serves all major Skoric cities, alongside destinations in neighbouring countries with speeds of up to 300 km/h. The largest airports are Skogvarg Airport, Theamak Airport, Kronfror Airport and Marya-Thesse Airport. The Port of Marya-Thesse is the second-busiest port in Ariethia and one of the twelve largest container ports in the world.

In 2020, Skoríska was the world’s fifth-largest consumer of energy. Skopek, which is majority-owned by the Skoric government, is the country's main distributor and producer of electricity, and the second-largest electric utility company, ranking second in revenue globally. Skoriska meets its power demands mostly through nuclear, which provides 75% of the country's electricity, the remainder of which is provided through a mix of oil and gas, alongside hydro, solar, and wind. Skoríska is considered a world leader in nuclear technology, with reactors and nuclear fuel being major exports. Thanks to its commitment to reducing energy consumption, in line with the Tierzig Accord, it has reduced primary energy consumption by 12% between 1991 and 2020, with a goal of reducing it further by 30% by 2030 and 50% by 2050.

Due to the reliance on nuclear power, the development of other renewable energy sources has been rather slow compared to other nations. Despite this, production capacity from renewable energies has increased, with hydropower being the leading source, accounting for 60% of the country’s renewable energy sources and contributing 10% of its electricity. Despite meeting almost all of its domestic energy demand through nuclear, Skoriska still maintains its position as the third largest producer of crude oil, something which is credited with helping sustain the massive Skoric welfare state.

Agriculture

The Skoric agricultural sector is highly mechanized and has a strong focus on international exports. It employs about 1.3% of the Skoric labor force but produces large surpluses in the food-processing industry and accounts for 1.6% of the total Skoric GDP value. The Skoriska ranks first in the Compakt and second worldwide in the value of agricultural exports, behind only Lilabor, with agricultural exports earning 110 billion in 2019, up from 102 billion in 2016.

Two-thirds of the world's exports for various fruits and vegetables go through the country. Skoriska exports two-fifths of the world's wheat, and one-third of the world's rice. A significant portion of Dutch agricultural exports consists of grain, which occupies a little less than half of the cropland. As climate change continues to progress, large opportunities are foreseen for Skoric agriculture during the rest of the 21st century as variability continues in the traditionally frigid northern states, which could lead to increased migration to those regions.

Owing to its large coastline alongside the Eastern Ariethnian Sea, Skoriska maintains one of the world's largest fishing fleet, ranking fourth in the world in tonnage of fish caught; capturing 5.9 million tonnes of fish in 2019. It produces about half of all canned fish, and some one-fifth of the world's total fresh and frozen fish.

Tourism

Domestic and international travel and tourism contribute over 350 billion Skigmarks to Skoríska’s GDP annually. The industry supports approximately 3.5 million jobs, encompassing direct, indirect, and induced employment. As of 2024, Skoríska is among the most-visited countries in Ariethia, attracting visitors with destinations such as Suric, Theamak, and the Great Thesslen Range across central Skoriska. Notable landmarks include the Old Ruins of Helnnogard, the White Alps with Point Fror, and nature reserves within the interior. Natural and cultural sites, such as the Central National Park and the Suric Catalog, also play a significant role in the tourism sector, making the country a rather popular destination.

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Education

The responsibility for educational supervision in Skoriska is primarily organized within each FAS. Optional kindergarten is provided for all children between three and six years old, after which school attendance is compulsory for nine years regardless of state. Primary education usually lasts for four to six years. Secondary schooling is divided into various tracks based on whether students choose to pursue an academic or vocational education. A system of mandatory apprenticeship called SU or Co-op ensures that all students gain necessary work experience by the time they graduate from a post-secondary institution. This model is well regarded and reproduced widely around the world.

As all Skoric universities and colleges are public institutions, students pay no tuition fees. The general requirement for attending a university is getting an SRE qualification by completing the quadri-annual State Level Exams. According to the WEB report in 2019, Skoriska is the world’s second leading destination for international study. The established universities in Skoriska include some of the oldest in the world, with Theamak University (established in 1453), Skogvarg University (established 1712) and Helnnogard University (established 1412) being the oldest. Theamak University’s academic model became widespread throughout Ariethnian universities due to its success.

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