Hightower

Overview:

Hightower is a country that is located in the Northeast of the map. It is a relatively new nation, though there is an older iteration of it which no longer exists. The name and borders of the country have been reestablished by different players and a new government has been formed. The government is a direct democracy with the founding principles of kindness, neutrality, and self-sufficiency. Foreign policy is centered around diplomacy and being neutral in conflicts so as to act as a third party that can host peace talks. Domestic policy is centered around individual rights, encouraging citizens to build up their own areas as they see fit. New members are welcome, though such matters are determined by a vote.

Government:

Hightower's government is a Direct Democracy with no formal leader. Every citizen has a vote on all matters deemed worthy to call a vote on. Such matters include but are not limited to alliances, joint projects, trade, and anything any citizen would like to propose. The person who proposes a vote will vote only as a tie-breaker in that matter and will be responsible for organizing the vote. In addition, all citizens have the right to private property where they may build and do whatever they please. Every citizen is entitled to use their 20 faction claims however they see fit, be that to protect their private property or to contribute to the protection of public buildings.

History:

Founding and Early History:

Hightower was originally founded by VintageBacon_ on 10/19/19. Foreign aid was provided by Lucagrad to help make the fledgling nation food secure. During this time various small holdings were created throughout the territory, not all of which have been found or explored. Little if anything is known about what caused the collapse of the original Hightower, but by 11/10/19 the country was officially declared defunct by the international community. On 11/16/19, bantam_BATman joined the server and elected to revive the country of Hightower. For the next 11 days the country would begin to be rebuilt physically and re-planned politically. On 11/27/19 a number of important events took place in the country, signifying that Hightower may yet have a future as a country. A new member joined, borders were expanded due to a free cession from Ilyria, and potential alliances were forged with the Grove Tribe and Ilyria.