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Aurionea Aurinoumi Aurinoumi | |
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| Capital | Mänsäya |
| Largest city | Söpurü |
| Official languages | Aurionean |
| Religion | Hito |
| Demonym(s) | Aurionean |
| Government | Unitary directorial parliamentary constitutional monarchy |
• Emperor | Satatieto |
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Kübro Araki (Prime Minister) Lello Haapala (Deputy Prime Minister) Oodet Keto Lauro Virtanen Hilk Koivisto Aulemb Lampinen Valdja Fodor Aada Mägi | |
| Legislature | Imperial Diet |
| Imperial Council | |
| House of Deputies | |
| Area | |
• Total area | 1,593,199 km2 (615,138 sq mi) (9th) |
| Population | |
• 2234 estimate | 310,097,526 |
• 2230 census | 306,109,091 |
• Density | 192.1/km2 (497.5/sq mi) |
| GDP (PPP) | 2230 estimate |
• Total | ჵ2.029 trillion (1st) |
• Per capita | ჵ6,545 (1st) |
| GDP (nominal) | 2230 estimate |
• Total | ჵ2.029 trillion (1st) |
• Per capita | ჵ6,545 (1st) |
| Gini (2230) |
31.54 medium · 1st |
| HDI (2230) |
 0.931very high · 1st |
| Currency | Aurionean Yün (ჵ) |
| Time zone | AST-1 to AST-2 |
| Date format | mm/dd/yyyy |
| Driving side | right |
| Calling code | +0 |
Aurionea (Aurionean: Aurinoumi, Aurinoumi) is an island nation located in Siduma. It is situated in the northwest Aurionean Sea, and is bordered on the west by the East Siduma Sea, the Ejama Sea to the north and the Lona Sea to the south. Aurionea is an archipelago comprised of 1,141 islands, with the four main islands being Elitima, Koyirä, Saraama and Mäasemeni. Mänsäya is the nation's capital and Söpurü is it's largest city followed by Vizholokkea, Lonamapesa, Sunsi, Shonoteri and Kuasagima.
Aurionea is the 5th most populous country in the world, and is the third most densely populated, with an estimated 2234 population of over 310 million people. Aurionea's population is the 24th most urbanized, which is mostly concentrated on the nation's coasts and rivers. Roughly 93.5% of the nation's population lives within a urbanized area. The Söpurü Metropolitan Region in 2230 was home to roughly 43 million people. 98.6% of the population are indigenous Aurioneans, with the remaining 1.4% being ethnicities from Siduma. Aurionea ranks 9th in highest life expectancy, 3rd lowest in rate of infant mortality and has one of the world's most educated labor force.
Inhabited since 45,000 BEC, Aurionea's calendar centers around the establishment of Aurionea's emperor and imperial system based in Iokmammi, roughly 2234 years ago. Between the 8th and 10th centuries AEC the imperial system was reduced to a ceremonial institution, and Aurionea entered into a long period of warring feudal lords, known as the Sota period (940-1405). In the 15th century political power was centralized again under a military chieftain (kemorurēto). Efforts by the kemorurēto to further consolidate power by taxing the feudal chiefs (jira), plunged the nation into nearly two centuries of civil war known as the Kuolima period (1803-2023). Aurionea returned to its imperial system in 2030, entering into a period of expansionism and imperialism. Establishing a colonial empire, Aurionea became the planet's political and economic hegemony. Introduced to eastern models of democracy through its colonial endeavors, the nation first adopted its first constitution in 2142. After defeating the Concordat during the Third Confrontation, Aurionea entered into a period of decolonization and reverted to an autocratic state during the Interim Global Confrontation. By 2220 the vast majority of its colonial processions had gained their independence.
Aurionea is a constitutional monarchy and a directorial parliamentary democracy with a bicameral legislature, the Imperial Diet. Its current monarch is Emperor Satatieto and current Prime Minister is Kübro Araki. Aurionea is a member of the Commonality of States (COS), International Federation for Cooperation (IFC), Council for Economic Prosperity and Conglomeration (CEPC), Northern Alliance (NA) and the Siduma Union (SU).
Etymology
History
Ancient to classical period
Archeological studies have shown that Aurionea was first settled by hunter-gatheres, known Askarö people, as the as early as 45,000 BEC during the Upper Paleolithic era, followed by introduction of semi-sedentary hunter-gatherers during the Mesolithic and Neolitic era. The first pottery appeared in 6,000 BEC, and animal husbandry was widespread by 3,300 BCE. Domestic production of bronze weaponry, jewelry and tools started approximately 1,200 BCE. The arrival of Aurionic-speaking people Atami people entered the archipelago by 900 BCE, introducing wheat farming. Intermingling between the Atami and the Askari formed the foundation for the Aurionean people. The Aurorean calendar designates year 0 to distinguish the periods before and after the coronation of the first monarch, Emperor Atami. According to religious tradition, Emperor Atami is the great grandson of the god Aurinko and is the progenitor of roughly 2,234 years of uninterrupted imperial rule.
Religious and cultural traditions from mainland Siduma began entering Aurionea around 248 AEC, particularly Aharonism and Mehdism. Both religions preached exclusive belief and were hostile towards the indigenous Aurionean faith; Hito. In 374 the Aurionean Interfaith War, a religious civil war, broke out between jiras of Aharonism and the indigenous faith. Both Aharonism and Mehdism were officially banned by Emperor Eino in 386, with followers either forced to convert or face execution. In 653 the first criminal and administrative laws was developed, following the system of thought and behavior; Lakiataumi. Several large funeral mounds were constructed in the 7th and 8th centuries, the largest being the 100 feet (30 m) high, 955 feet (291 m) long Imperial Burial Mound located in Keletilinn. The Imperial Burial Mound was just one of the many religious sites constructed during this period, indicating a increase in religious reverence by the government.
Imperial control declined after two claimants to the title of emperor waged war, pitting the royal family against one another in the Luma War (931-940). The vacuum of power led to the ascension of the military chieftain (kemorurēto), who assumed the temporal power of the emperor. Subordinates of the kemorurēto, the feudal chiefs (jira), began to engage in feuds for land which would last for centuries during the Sota period (940-1405).
Middle feudal period
The Aomori clan of Saraama introduced the Aomori Stallion to Elitima which revolutionized warfare on the island. Complex military hierarchies were established, with the knight class (sotamiesa) becoming the third most significant caste in Aurionea. Five large families rose in prominence during the early Sota period, the Ahonen, Salo, Imre, Mägi and Enno clan. Brief periods of peace ensured when foreign armies threatened Aurionea and the clans would join in mutual defense of the archipelago. In 1204 the combined forces of Aurionea fought against the two Siduma armies during the Sidumamese Invasion of Aurionea. Both invasions failed, allowing for the rival clans to resume their feuds with one another.
The Ahonen and Enno clans engaged in a brutal conflict in the heart of Aurionea, causing the deaths of tens of thousands. The brutality of the conflict was so noticeable that Emperor Kauko forced the two leaders to a ceasefire. The Imre clan assumed national control in 1401, and was supportive of restoring the emperor's temporal powers. Unrest among the peasantry towards the feudal chiefs and the knights due to high grain taxes, further prompted the return of the emperor to national leadership. The return of imperial power marked the Imre period (1405-1803), a period of relative peace and prosperity. Literature and art flourished under the sponsorship of the Imre chieftains and the emperor. Roads, canals and ports were constructed at an impressive rate during this period, further connecting the nation. The Imre era saw the significant growth in the merchant class, banking, and capital markets. Efforts to formally establish a national currency and ending trade by wheat was met with fierce opposition by the peasantry.
Imre chieftan, Tumo Imre alongside the Emperor Taunoi pushed for national economic reforms in 1799 to redistribute farmland to cultivators and end the feudal tax system. Tumo believed that the feudal chieftains hording of grain was detrimental to national productivity, and in 1802 pushed for the first tax on feudal chiefs. Feudal chiefs in modern day Nükurumo, Neyönonttüun, Kankkokomya and Vöpi revolted against the Imre and Emperor Taunoi in the Grain War; beginning the Kuolima period (1803-2023). The Ahonen sided with the Imre, causing Enno, Salo and Mägi to enter the side of the revolting feudal chiefs. Technological advancements accelerated during the end of the Kuolima period, leading to more sophisticated weaponry that lead to a series of devastating battles in the Elitima and Vöpi regions. Emperor Konkuyu consolidated political power over the archipelago in 2022 by absorbing the Enno into the Imre-Ahonen clique during the reorganization of the Imperial peerage system. The Salo continued fighting in 2022 and 2023 in the Salo Continuation War, but was ultimately put down by the Provisional Imperial Army.
Modern period
The sotamiesa mostly surrendered peacefully to the the new imperial establishment, being incorporated into the Imperial Army or Imperial Navy. The last vestiges of feudalism were eliminated, and agricultural land was either redistributed or controlled by those who actively worked on the land. Emperor Konkuyu formally ended the transit court, and established a permanent court in Mänsäya in 2025. Over the course of roughly half a decade, Konkuyu's court reorganized or organized entire political or economic systems in Aurionea. The legal code was standardized, local and regional courts were organized with fixed boundaries laying the foundation for the prefectures and regions. In 2029 the Chamber of Judges was established, comprised of former feudal lords, and newer aristocratic classes who served as formal representatives of the law in their respective regions or at-large regions. All members of the Chamber of Judges were appointed by the Emperor.
In the early modern period, Aurionea rapidly industrialized. Transition from hand production to machines allowed for an unprecedented rise in population and consumption of mass produced goods. Chemical and iron production allowed for the creation of hardened material necessary to build boilers and other complex equipment. The textile and iron industry in Elitima grew quickly around the city of Söpurü, which had historically served as the hub for grain processing in Aurionea. Growth in the industrial sector in Söpurü, along with its logistical importance caused a need for mass employment, leading to the city overtaking Mänsäya as the largest city in 2035. Coal extraction developed in Vöpi, southern Elitima and Nükurumo. Large coal mining operations provided ample fuel for locomotives, steamboats, steamships and hot blast iron smelting. Canals and railroads were built to connect the industrial centers of Elitima and Vöpi. Smaller regional networks were expanded to connect agricultural regions to the Atami River System. Mäasemeni emerged as competitor to the industrial center of Elitima, the source for the modern political and economic Elitima-Mäasemeni rivalry.
Aurionea's colonial endeavors began in 2030, with the establish of several ports in Siduma, the first being Konkuyekö. In 2037, Aurionea invaded Tengeria and established in 2046 its first significant colony. Aurionea's government promoted settler colonialism in Siduma, and various islands across the world. Important colonies established during the height Aurionean colonialism include Masomanäk, established in 2042, Enmistina in 2053 and Anyönma in 2061. In 2065 Aurionea invaded the state of Mindaibira, igniting the First Confrontation. Nations supporting Mindaibira and who sought to contain Aurionean expansion established the Coalition of Free States (CFS). Coalition armies landed in Enmistina and Anyönma in 2069, and several Sidumanese states invaded the Aurionean occupied Tengeria in 2071. Aurionea retook Enmistina, and began negotiations to end the war. In 2073 negotiations fell apart, and the major powers of the Coalition demanded the unconditional surrender of Aurionea. Eileana joined as a cobelligerent of Aurionea in 2074, seeking to exploit the weakness of Garilura, a major colonial contender of both Eileana and Aurionea. Aurionea and Eileana signed the Treaty of Mendihiria with the Coalition, formally ending the war. Aurionea retained Enmistina and Anyönma, but relinquished control over Masomanäk and Tengeria.
Aurionea's loss in the First Confrontation lead to decline internally, in both economic and societal metrics. Economic recession caused mass unemployment, and cities began to decline in population. Internal trade along with the Atami River System declined by roughly 34%. Production of industrial machinery and agricultural output declined. Emperor Kürö asked for his government to intervene, causing political infighting with the House of Judges. Two factions emerged within the House of Judges, the Liälita and Yekusä. The Liälita opposed Emperor Kürö's efforts to create government relief for the poor working class, and were comprised of mostly the new merchant aristocracy. The Yekusä, who supported Emperor Kürö, were made up by former feudal lords and priests. Liälita maintained control within the government, preventing any government expenditure for poverty relief. Emperor Kürö turned to the coffers of the shrines, and began recruiting the religious orders to facilitate the disbursement of welfare. Aurionea entered into a religious awakening, with religious zeal overtaking the peasantry and urban workforce.
High Priest Kyiota Sanssunu became a prominent leader in the country with the decline of Emperor Kürö's health. An interest for returning to the countryside became widespread among the population, causing many to leave their urban dwellings. Modern historians refer to this era as the Kyiota Revival (2078-2095). Technological innovations slowed during this period and domestic conflict began to become a serious problem by the 2090s. Liälita-aligned, Maso Mommötäu, Chief of Kankkokomya led a coordinated effort to end clerical dominance. Mommötäu's effort culminated in the Shrine Killings in 2095, resulting in the death of Kyiota Sanssunu and his supporters across Aurionea. Emperor Kürö's reign ended in 2097, with his son Emperor Yöküyi taking the throne.
The Yöküyi period (2097-2121) saw a period of economic revival, returning to a period of prosperity not seen since Emperor Konkuyu. Yöküyi ended regional judicial authority, promoting the centralization of the state under the authority of the Emperor. The Imperial Cabinet was established in 2101. The first Prime Minister and Deputy Prime Minister were also appointed. The Liälita cabinet, supported by various military cliques declared war against Garilura, after negotiations to return Masomanäk and Tengeria to Aurionean colonial rule failed.
Geography
Aurionea is located on the Aurionean archipelago situated in the the northwest Aurionean Sea, bordered to the west by the East Siduma Sea, the Ejama Sea and the Lona Sea. Consisting of 1,141 islands, it is dominated by four major islands; Elitima, Koyirä, Saraama and Mäasemeni. Aurionea has the third-longest coastline in the world, and has the tenth-largest exclusive economic zone in the world.
Most of Aurionea's landscape consists of low hills and plains, with upland and mountainous terrain situated on the two most northern islands of Mäasemeni and Koyirä. Nine out of the ten largest mountains are within the Mäasemeni Range, with Mount Kemolurate being the tallest at 3,776.24 m (12,389 ft 3 in). Other major mountains include Mount Lamas, Mount Vökiryök and Mount Usaldamo. The majority of the tallest mountains in the Mäasemeni Range are volcanic, and are usually activated by major seismic activity. The island of Mäasemeni is one of the most seismically active spots on the planet, lying on the converging plates of the Aurionean and the Siduma Plates. The Usaldamo Hills, located on the border between Vöpi and Paklyönö is the highest elevation on Elitima Island, which is mostly dominated by flat terrain. The Nükurumo Hills, stretching through the provinces of Elitima, Nükurumo and northern Neyönonttüun is a historically important area for mining, abundant with coal, iron ore and other minerals.
Aurionea's largest island, Elitima, is dominated by the Atami River System. The Atami begins at the three point convergence of the West Atami, the Central Atami and the East Atami is the largest drainage basin in the country. The nations second largest river by both volume and width, the Saseto River, converges with the Atami at Söpurü and creates and extensive network of rivers that allow for navigation. Aurionea's first, second and capitol cities lie on the Atami River System. Other major rivers include the Cokuvamo River, creating the border between Kankkokomya and Vöpi and is also the largest source of water for Lake Kaäle, the largest freshwater lake in Aurionea.
Climate
Aurionea's climate is dominated by an oceanic climate, with frequent cloudy conditions and precipitation, with most regions having a mean temperature of 0 °C (32 °F). In the south, parts of the nation experience humid subtropical conditions, matching temperatures in the summer with regions with a humid subtropical climate, where tempatures range between 0 °C (32 °F) (or −3 °C (27 °F)) and 18 °C (64 °F) and mean temperature in the warmest month 22 °C (72 °F) or higher. The northern islands receive significant rainfall during the summer, with annual precipitation ranging from 30 to 140 inches (75-355 cm), depending on location.
Areas more inland on the island of Elitima experience less rain. The mountainous regions of Mäasemeni, varies significantly, with areas having a alpine climate, and some valleys experiencing either a humid continental climate or mediterranean climate. These variations are influenced by variations in elevation and position. The island of Mäasemeni has the highest average snowfall, with the city of Rime receiving a total of 792 cm of snow per year. The city that receives the lowest amount of snowfall in Aurionea was Mami, located in the southernmost portion of Neyönonttüun, in 3001.
Environment
Aurionea features several national parks, including Mäntykaira National Park and Vuurijärvi National Park, showcasing diverse landscapes and contributing to environmental preservation. Environmental policy and land management is controlled by the Imperial Ministry of the Interior (IMI). Additionally, regional and local environmental authorities collaborate with the central government to ensure effective environmental protection and sustainable practices across the nation. Major agencies of the Imperial Ministry of the Interior include the Imperial Forest Service (IFS), Imperial Land Commission (ILC), the Imperial Fire Prevention Authority (IFPA).
The Imperial government has implemented environmental policies focused on sustainable resource management, conservation, waste management, and renewable energy. These policies aim to reduce carbon emissions, promote energy efficiency, and regulate industrial activities. While Aurionea continues to promote renewable energy, due to several solar flares destroying key energy infrastructures, the nation still depends primarily on fossil fuels for energy production.
Government and politics
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Aurionea, is a unitary directorial parliamentary constitutional monarchy, in which the powers of the Emperor are limited to a religious and ceremonial role. Aurionea is comprised of 13 prefectures, which are further subdivided into departments. It is a liberal representative democracy.
The Constitution of Aurionea adopted in 2142 is the legal foundation of the state, stipulating the powers and duties of the Imperial Diet and the Emperor. The Imperial Council, comprised of 26 elected Councilors, select 8 members within the council to establish the Imperial Cabinet which is headed by the Prime Minister and supported by the Deputy Prime Minister. The Imperial Council is constitutionally, the collective executive authority of Aurionea. Kübro Araki, a member of the Nationalist Democratic Party, currently serves as the Prime Minister of Aurionea. Satatieto is the Emperor of Aurionea, having succeeded his father Aalto in 2230.
Aurionea's legislature and executive branch are conjoined in a parliamentary system which is bicameral. The Imperial Diet is comprised of a lower house, the House of Deputies, and a upper house, the Imperial Council. Eight members from the Imperial Council are elected as the Imperial Cabinet.The Imperial Council holds the authority to veto the actions of the Imperial Cabinet. The House of Deputies is comprised of 500 seats, and is elected through proportional representation in prefecture-wide districts. Deputies are elected every 4 years. The 26 elected Councilors of the Imperial Council are elected every six years in their prefectures in first-past-the-post elections.
Throughout Aurionea's democratic history, the nations has been a two-party system dominated by the Conservative Democratic Party and the Liberal Constitutional Party. In last half century, Aurionea has transformed into a multi-party system, where multiple parties utilize coalitions to form government. Currently the right-wing Alliance for National Renewal, a coalition comprised of the Conservative Democratic Party, Nationalist Democratic Party, People's Preservation Party hold a majority within the both Imperial Diet of Aurionea and Imperial Council.
Political divisions
Foreign relations
Military
The Imperial Armed Forces is the defense apparatus under the direct command of the reigning Emperor, who serves as the commander-in-chief. With a strategic focus on national security, the military is organized into three distinct branches, each overseen by specific civilian departments. The Imperial Ministry of Defense (IMD) is the administrative office for the Imperial Ministry of the Army (IMA), Imperial Ministry of the Navy (IMN) and the Imperial Air Force (IAF).
- The Imperial Army, tasked with ensuring national security and safeguarding against terrestrial threats. The Imperial Army is also composed of the Imperial Reserve Army, and the various prefectural militias of Aurionea. In 2234, the Imperial Army had 1.1 million active-duty personnel and 450,000 reserve personnel.
- The Imperial Navy, which maintains the nation's maritime borders and power projection is supported by the Imperial Navy Reserve. In 2234, the Imperial Navy had approximately 411,242 sailors and officers. The navy maintains 11 aircraft carriers, 4 modernized battleships, 65 destroyers, 32 frigates, 25 submarines, 9 amphibious assault ships and 30 auxiliary ships.
- The Imperial Air Force is responsible for safeguarding Aurionea's airspace and projecting airpower in offensive and defensive capabilities. Comprising of skilled aviators and advanced aircraft, the Air Force plays a vital role in maintaining national security. As of 2234, the Imperial Air Force boasts a substantial force of 289,019 personnel, equipped with fighter jets, strategic bombers, and reconnaissance aircraft.
Law enforcement and crime
Economy
Aurionea is a high-income mixed economy, and is designated as one of the three remaining developed countries. It is the largest exporter and importer in the world. Aurionea has an extensive welfare state with roughly 24% of the GDP being spent on social expenditures. The Imperial Ministry of the Treasury (IMT), the Imperial Monetary Commission (IMC) and the Imperial Ministry of State Corporations (IMSC) are major government agencies that influence and direct economic policy within the country.
Aurionea is the worlds largest economy since the conclusion of the Third Confrontation. The Aurionean gross domestic product (GDP) of 2.029 trillion is the largest in the world, constituting approximately 28% of the gross world product at purchasing power parity (PPP). From 2181 to 2120 the nation experienced a dramatic decreases in annual growth, with losses approximately at 2.4% yearly. Economic stagnation from 2120 until 2198, saw a median increase in growth by 0.7%. Aurionea's collapse of its colonial overseas possessions in 2220 led to a decrease in exports and imports, further constraining the economy. Increase in economic growth resumed in 2228, with a weighted yearly increase in growth approximately 4.3%. Aurionea ranks first in the world by disposable income per capita, nominal GDP, GDP (PPP) and GDP (PPP) per capita.
The Aurionean yün is the most commonly utilized currency for international transactions. Approximately 15 nations utilize the Aurionea yün as its official currency, although several unorganized territories in the world also utilize it as well. In 2234, roughly 38% of the yün's circulation occurred outside of Aurionea. Interest rates are controlled by the Imperial Monetary Commission, with rates hovering between 6.6% to 7.1% since 2228.
Agriculture
Energy
Transportation
Demographics
Population
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The Imperial Ministry of Statistics reported 310,097,526 citizens as of Aurinka 1st, 2234, making Aurionea the 5th most populous country in the world. In 2230, 65% of Aurioneans were married, 8% were widowed, 6% divorced and 21% had never been married. In 2230, Aurionea had a total fertility rate of 2.3 children per woman. The median age is 28.3, a statistic impacted significantly impart by the 2181-2197 Talen Influenza Pandemic and six decade long Fourth Confrontation. In 2170, Aurionea had a peak population of 440 million, which saw a dramatic decrease to 300 million by 3010. Between 2170 and 2234, roughly 140 million excess deaths occurred in Aurionea.
Aurionea is a heterogenous nation, with ethnic Aurioneans comprising of roughly 98.6% of the population. Approximately 1.4% being ethnicities from Siduma, although some reports claim that this figure may be closer to 3% accounting for undocumented citizens. Prior to 2186, non-Aurioneans comprised nearly 15.5% of the population, but were deported en masse in accordance with the Imperial Deportation Directive. In 2230, 86% of the total Aurionean population lived in cities. The nation's largest city, Söpurü, has a population of 11.5 million (2234). Part of the larger Söpurü Metropolitan Region, it is one of the largest metropolitan areas in the world with 43,905,491 people.
Language
Aurionean is the official language of the nation. Aurionean is also the official language in three overseas colonies, and is the co-official language in four overseas colonies. There is roughly 510 million speakers, primarily of whom reside in Aurionea, with the remainder in Enmistina and Anyönma. On the Piemmi and Syen Islands, both overseas departments of Aurionea, have Piemmenese and Syenese as their co-official languages. Modern Aurionean is written exclusively in the Aurionean alphabet. Piemmenese and Syenese both utilize the Aurionean script.
Aurionean Sign Language is the official sign language used in Aurionean and is promoted through the Imperial Commission for the Disable. Aurionean Braille is used in all government buildings and on all printed money, and all official documents must utilize braille to provide instructions on how an individual may contact government officials for assistance. Both the pandemic and recent wars have left roughly 0.9% of the population, mostly veterans, visually impaired or deaf.
Religion
Hitoism has dominated Aurionea throughout the majority of its history, with roughly 96% of the population adhering to the indigenous religion. Engagement with local shrines is relatively high and has increased significantly within the past half century. Participation in religious ceremonies by lay people is incorporated into secular society through festivals and public blessings. Aurionea's constitution enshrines Hito as the state religion and the Emperor as the head of the religious tradition. While Hito is relatively decentralized, the Imperial Association of Aurionean Shrines is the state church which primarily funds the upkeep of religious facilities.
Major religious holidays also coincide with secular holidays including but not limited to; the Emperor's Birthday, Ascension of Aurinko, birth of Emperor Atami, New Years, the Summer Solstice, Winter Solstice, Fall Equinox and Spring Equinox. Prefectures and cantons may have their own holidays that coincide with local religious festivals dedicated to a henki. The constitution previously enshrined full religious freedom but was amended in response to the Imperial Religious Referendum of 2186. Religious diversity was more prevalent prior to 2186, with the majority of former ethnic minorities residing in Aurionea practicing either Aharonism or Mehdism
Urbanization
Education
Education in Aurionea is controlled by the Imperial Ministry of Education (IME) and other various prefecture entities, the education sector is one of the largest employers in the country. Roughly 22% of the nation is of school age; ranging from early childhood to tertiary. According to the Imperial Ministry of Education and the Aurionean Imperial Education Union (AIEU), the nation has an average student-to-teacher ratio of 20:1 with approximately 3,411,073 teachers employed.
- Early childhood education is widely available, with an emphasis on holistic development. Children typically begin formal education at age 4 or 5, attending kindergarten programs that prioritize socialization, basic literacy, and numeracy skills.
- Primary education spans grades 1 to 6, followed by secondary education from grades 7 to 12. The curriculum covers core subjects such as mathematics, science, literature, and history, with additional components in physical education, arts, and extracurricular activities.
- Tertiary education is the highest level of educational attainment, with institutions like the Imperial University of Aurionea (IUA), the Aurionean Technical Institute of Advanced Sciences (ATIAS), and the Aurionean Academy of Arts and Humanities (ACAH) offering diverse undergraduate and graduate programs. There are roughly 571,213 employees working as faculty and staff within higher education.
The National Assessment Program (NSP) serves as a cornerstone for measuring educational aptitude, encompassing subjects such as Mathematics, Science, Language Arts, and Social Studies. The National Assessment Program standardized testing system employs a scoring mechanism, grade-level benchmarks, and national percentiles to evaluate student performance and calculate school funding. As part of the college and vocational admissions process, students in Aurionea undertake the Aurionean Scholastic Assessment Test (ASAT) and the Technical Proficiency Exam (TPE).
Health
Aurionea has a nationalized healthcare system controlled by the national, regional and local governments that prioritizes accessibility to its citizens. The nation's healthcare framework is designed to provide universal coverage through the Imperial Health Insurance Program (IHIP), ensuring that all residents have access to essential medical services. Aurionea places a strong emphasis on preventive healthcare measures, smoking cessation, preventing obesity and drug consumption. Public health initiatives, routine screenings, and educational programs are integral components of the nation's strategy to promote healthy living and early detection of potential health issues.
Aurionea spent 12.48% of its total GDP on healthcare in 2230. In 2230, the overall life expectancy in Aurionea was 72.9 years (70.16 years for males and 75.8 years for females), the 9th in highest life expectancy in the world, and has the 3rd lowest in rate of infant mortality. As of 2234 the nation has somewhat recovered from Talen Influenza Pandemic, with approximately 98.6% of the nation's population vaccinated. For the past half century, death from the Talen Influenza and conflict were the top two causes of death, since 2219 the principal cause of death in Aurionea has been cancer, which accounted for roughly 25% of total deaths in 2232. Aurionea has a low rate of obesity, heart disease and few cases of dementia among its elderly.