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Orkneyjar is a Frontier. New nations may be founded here.

WA Delegate: None.

Founder: The Holy Empire of Rousay

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Largest Mining Sector: 820th Largest Trout Fishing Sector: 1,000th Most Conservative: 1,759th+11
Most Valuable International Artwork: 1,887th Most Devout: 2,298th Longest Average Lifespans: 2,319th Most Popular Tourist Destinations: 2,578th Most Cultured: 2,756th Largest Arms Manufacturing Sector: 2,859th Smartest Citizens: 2,935th Most Advanced Public Education: 3,047th Healthiest Citizens: 3,072nd Most Authoritarian: 3,304th Highest Disposable Incomes: 3,319th
World Factbook Entry

Orkneyjar is the Old Norse name for the Orkney Islands, an archipelago off the northern coast of mainland Scotland, which translates literally to "seal islands".

Meaning and History

• Etymology: Derived from the Proto-Celtic or Pictish root ɸorkos (often interpreted as "pig") combined with the Old Norse suffix -eyjar meaning "islands".

• Norse Era: From the late 9th century until 1472, the islands were a prominent Norse earldom ruled by Scandinavian Jarls and deeply tied to the history recorded in the Orkneyinga Saga.

Tags: Frontier, Governorless, Minuscule, and New.

Orkneyjar is home to a single nation.

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The Most Compassionate Citizens in Orkneyjar

Exhaustive World Census tests involving kittens revealed the following nations to be the most compassionate.

As a region, Orkneyjar is ranked 31,432nd in the world for Most Compassionate Citizens.

1.The Holy Empire of RousayIron Fist Consumerists“What better way to die, than for something you believe”

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Orkneyjar Regional Message Board

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The Holy Empire of Rousay

GOVERNMENT OF ROUSAY

Office of Thorfinn, Chancellor of Rousay

​OFFICIAL PRESS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

LOCATION: Westness, Rousay
CLASSIFICATION: Public Dispatch

​ANNOUNCEMENT: THE FORMATION OF THE REGION OF ORKNEYJAR

​"Founded by Orcadians, for Orcadians."

​WESTNESS, ROUSAY — The Office of Leader Thorfinn hereby issues an official declaration to the international community announcing the formal establishment and chartering of the new region: Orkneyjar.

​For too long, nations rooted in the rich heritage, culture, and history of the Orkney Islands have had to settle for regional constructs governed by non-Orcadian leadership—outsiders with little genuine interest in the traditions, historical legacy, or collective identity of the archipelago and its people.

​Today marks a definitive shift in regional sovereignty.

​Under the direct stewardship of Leader Thorfinn and the founding oversight of Rousay, Orkneyjar is formally brought into existence to serve as an authentic home for Orcadian statehood, diplomatic unity, and cultural preservation.
​Regional Pillars.

​Authentic Leadership: Founded and administered by Orcadians who understand, respect, and uphold the distinct character of the region.

​Cultural & Historical Integrity: Dedicated to celebrating Orcadian heritage, history, and island traditions in international affairs.

​Mutual Sovereignty: Built to ensure that regional policy, regional defense, and political direction remain strictly in the hands of its member nations.

​Official Statement from Leader Thorfinn:

​"Welcome to Orkney. Tired of joining Orkney Regions led by non-Orcadians with little interest in the area, its culture or history and people?

​Well look no further, as I formally bring into existence, Orkneyjar. Founded by Orcadians, for Orcadians."

​Regional Access & Dispatch Directory
​Region Name: Orkneyjar
​Founder Nation: Rousay
​Head of State / Contact: Thorfinn
​Border Status: Open to all sovereign Orcadian and allied nations.

​Issued by the Chancellery of Rousay on behalf of the founding government of Orkneyjar.

The Holy Empire of Rousay

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

​OFFICE OF THE GOVERNMENT OF ROUSAY
REGION OF ORKNEYJAR

​Rousay Welcomes New Settlers to Orkneyjar; Calls for World Assembly Endorsements to Unlock Regional Growth

​ROUSAY, ORKNEYJAR — The Government of Rousay extends its warmest official welcome to all newly arrived nations, pioneers, and founding residents establishing themselves within the sovereign region of Orkneyjar.

​As a freshly established Frontier region, Orkneyjar holds immense potential to grow into a thriving, active, and influential community on the world stage. However, unlocking this potential requires immediate, collective action from all World Assembly (WA) member nations in the region.

​The nation of Rousay urges every newly arrived WA member to make their very first civic act in Orkneyjar the endorsement of Rousay as World Assembly Delegate.

​"Orkneyjar’s future begins with a single vote. By endorsing Rousay today, you are not just selecting a Delegate—you are turning on the beacon that will bring hundreds of new nations to our region tomorrow. Let us build Orkneyjar together."

The Government of Rousay
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Regional Message Board, Orkneyjar Administration Panel
Nation of Rousay, Founder & Resident

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