Category:Hellas

=Overview= If Akkadia is the birthplace of civilization, then Hellas is the birthplace on humanities innovation. The basis of modern technology, from mathematics to the liberal arts, can be traced back to ancient Hellas. It still today remains a country of intellectual pursuits and discovery. Many say visiting the great cities of Hellas is like stepping back into the past, which makes it an attractive location for many historians and scholars.

One notable location in Hellas is the island of Kriti, home of the Temenos, an ancient ritual meant to have a person confront their own inner demons to purge their soul of a blood taint or curse. Many still flock to the island of Kriti to beg permission to undergo the ritual of the Temenos. Few are granted the privilege, even fewer survive.

=History= Hellas was once much like Caerdicci Unitas is today, a loose collection of city states that traded with one another. Hellas rose to power during a time there was little conflict, and as such was able to focus its efforts into areas of academia and intellectual pursuits. While there was an odd conflict here and there, peace mostly ruled over the nation of Hellas. It is partly because of this they were readily absorbed into the Tiberum Empire with little resistance.

What the Helenes created and discovered, the Tiberium put into practicality, using the knowledge gained from Helene scholars and inventors to use through out their empire. When old Tiberium collapsed, there was actually little disruption in Hellas as they once again returned to their old ways.

As the years changed, so did Hellas, modestly adapting in ways that would be the least disruptive to their way of living. Hellas survives as it does by making friends with all, and willingly sharing their knowledge and gifts with the world.

=Culture= Enlightened, slightly archaic, and civilized is the best way to describe the Helene culture. It is something to note that Helene is one of the few nations that still practices slavery, though their idea of slavery is more in tune to indentured servitude, with slaves being paid wages and the ability to purchase their freedom after seven to ten years. There are also strict laws on the treatment of slaves and what constitutes a slave and how one may purcahse one. Still it is a shock to many that are unused to the situation.

Helenes put great stock in competitions of all sorts, whether it be a debate between intellectuals, to a foot race, to a wrestling match. It is said back in ancient times, Helenic city states would gather for several weeks of games and competitions to settle disputes instead of armed conflict.

It is also something to note unlike other nations neighboring Hellas, females play an active role in the political process, and have been know to be in positions of religious or political power.

The People
The people of Hellas tend to be of tan completion, with their hair notably being darker in color, though some fair skinned and fair haired complexions have been noticed. Helenes are generally very polite, and shrewd when meeting with people for the first time. They are quick to determine if what is asked of them is in their best interests or not.

Religion
The old religions of Hellenic lore and mythology still reign in Hellas. The priesthoods of the religious orders carry much political weight in the political process.

=Geography= Temperate with the majority of the land being rolling hills leading up to the vast mountain range. There are some fertile fields in which Helene grows food stuffs, and olive trees and olive oil are among their main exports.

=Resources= Olives, olive oil, lamp oil, quarried stone, marbled stone