Mahazhovia (Pacifica)

The Republic of Mahazhovia Die Republik Mahaschowien
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Motto: Für Gott und Vaterland (For God and Fatherland)
Anthem: Auferstanden Aus Ruinen (Risen from the Ruins)
Capital and largest city	Neu Schwabenstadt
Official languages	Shwabian
Ethnic groups (2023)	94% Mahazhovian (Almannic) 5.3% Luzhnychkan 0.7% Arab
Religion (2023)	59.1% Christian 32.6% Muslim 8.3% Atheist
Demonym(s)	Mahazhovian
Government	Presidential republic under a dictatorship President: Arthur Rintelen Christian
Legislature	Bundesversammlung
Area
• Total	103,574 km2 (39,990 sq mi)
Population
• Estimate	11,960,748
• Density	115.48/km2 (299.1/sq mi)
Currency	Mahazhovian Mark (ℳ︁ℳ︁)

The Republic of Mahazhovia (Shwabian: Die Republik Mahaschowien) is a nation located in Northern Bareland. It is shares borders with Fatinyya in the Southwest, and by Luznychka in the South.

Politics

Mahazhovia is a semi-authoritarian republic characterized by a strong executive presidency and a unicameral legislature known as the Bundesversammlung. The country’s political system combines elements of direct democracy with long-term centralized leadership, with constitutional provisions aimed at ensuring both stability and accountability.

Executive Branch

The head of state and government is the President of Mahazhovia, who serves as President for Life. The president is elected by popular vote and remains in office until death or until reaching the age of 50, whichever comes first. The minimum age to run for the presidency is 20, while the maximum age to serve is 50. There are no fixed terms, and once elected, the president remains in office without the need for re-election unless removed through formal procedures.

While the presidency holds absolute authority over both domestic and foreign policy, Mahazhovia’s political system includes mechanisms for oversight. From the age of 30 onward, the president’s physical and mental capacity may be assessed periodically if requested by the Bundesversammlung. However, the Bundesversammlung may call a national referendum to remove the president at any time, regardless of age, if it determines that the president is unfit to continue in office due to health, conduct, or other concerns.

Legislative Branch

The Bundesversammlung is Mahazhovia’s unicameral legislature and serves as both a lawmaking and advisory body. It is composed of representatives elected by the citizenry every four to five years through a national vote. The voting age in Mahazhovia is 20, and suffrage is universal for all adult citizens. In addition to its legislative functions, the Federal Assembly holds the authority to monitor the health and fitness of the President. Should it determine that the President is no longer fit to serve, whether due to health, age, misconduct, or other reasons, it may initiate a national referendum. If a majority of voters agree that the President is unfit for office, the President is removed, and a new presidential election is held.

Demographics

As of the latest national census, Mahazhovia has an estimated population of 11,960,748 people, with a population density of approximately 115.48 individuals per square kilometer. The country has experienced modest population growth over the past decade, largely driven by natural increase rather than immigration. Urbanization has been steadily rising, with over 78% of the population now living in urban centers, particularly in the western and central provinces where economic activity is concentrated. The population structure skews slightly younger, with a median age of 30.4 years. Life expectancy at birth stands at 76.2 years for males and 80.7 years for females.

Ethnic groups

According to the most recent government statistics, approximately 94% of the population identify as ethnic Mahazhovians. Mahazhovians form the cultural and political backbone of the country and are spread relatively evenly across the territory, although slightly more concentrated in the central and western areas. Luzhnychkans make up around 5.3% of the population and are primarily located in the eastern parts of Mahazhovia, where they have maintained a strong cultural presence. Arab Mahazhovians account for approximately 0.7% and are mostly settled in the southwest along the border with Fatinyya.

Languages

Alman is the sole official language of Mahazhovia and is universally used in the government, the education system, legal affairs, and mainstream media. It is the mother tongue of the vast majority of citizens and functions as a unifying linguistic medium across diverse regions and ethnic backgrounds. Proficiency in Alman is considered essential for public service employment and higher education, and the language is taught comprehensively from the early primary level through secondary school. In addition to Alman, several regional languages are spoken informally or in community-specific settings. These include:

• Arab
• Luzhnychkan

Religion

Following the collapse of the Communist government in 1986, Mahazhovia experienced a widespread religious revival. During the Communist era, religious practice had been heavily restricted, and by the mid-1980s, an estimated 85% of the population identified as secular or atheist. With the fall of the regime, long-repressed traditions and beliefs reemerged, and communities began restoring places of worship, reviving holidays, and reconnecting with ancestral faiths. Today, only about 8% of the population identifies as atheist, marking a major cultural shift over the past four decades.

This religious revival unfolded unevenly across the country, reflecting deep-rooted regional and historical differences. In the north, the majority of the population is Catholic, drawing on centuries-old Mahazhovian traditions. Churches, pilgrimage sites, and religious schools have regained prominence in both urban and rural areas, and Catholic holidays are widely celebrated. Public life in the north often reflects Catholic values, and religious events frequently draw large community participation.

In contrast, the south of Mahazhovia is predominantly Sunni Muslim. Since the 1990s, the south has seen the construction of new mosques, the reopening of Islamic schools, and the resurgence of religious observances like Ramadan and Eid. While many Mahazhovians in the south integrate religious practice with daily life, the strength and visibility of religious identity varies between urban centers and rural districts. Despite the regional differences, religious faith has once again become a central part of Mahazhovian cultural identity nationwide.