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The '''Kingdom of Guardia''' is the primary human kingdom in the world of ''[[Chrono Trigger]]''. It was founded in the first year of the new calendar, signified by the acronym AD. The ancestry of Guardia most likely traces its origin from the [[Kingdom of Zeal]] of the | The '''Kingdom of Guardia''' is the primary human kingdom in the world of ''[[Chrono Trigger]]''. It was founded in the first year of the new calendar, signified by the acronym AD. The ancestry of Guardia most likely traces its origin from the [[Kingdom of Zeal]] of the [[Antiquity]] era. | ||
==Important Dates== | ==Important Dates== | ||
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In 1005 AD, in the events of [[Chrono Cross]], Guardia is invaded by the armies of [[Porre]] and destroyed (probably because of [[Dalton]]) . It is unknown whether the nation was still ruled by King Guardia XXXIII at this time, or if he had already been succeeded by [[Crono]], who married Princess Nadia. | In 1005 AD, in the events of [[Chrono Cross]], Guardia is invaded by the armies of [[Porre]] and destroyed (probably because of [[Dalton]]) . It is unknown whether the nation was still ruled by King Guardia XXXIII at this time, or if he had already been succeeded by [[Crono]], who married Princess Nadia. | ||
==Captial, Cities, and Geography== | |||
[[Truce]] is the captial of Guardia due to it's close proximity to Guardia Castle and it's large population. Between 600 A.D. and 1999 A.D. it remains the major city of Guardia, but due to it's promenience in the Middle Ages, likely it's place as captial has a much older origin. The city was likely named Truce due to the peace between [[Enlightened Ones]] and [[Earthbound Ones]] that survived the Fall of Zeal. Truce is located on the [[West Continent]]. [[Porre]], another major city, sits on the southmost tip of the Southern Continent, linked to West via the [[Zenan Bridge]]. To the East, and separated by miles of sea, lie [[Choras]] and [[Medina]]. Both are relatively insignifcant, although interestingly enough, Medina is the only city occupied by non-humans. | |||
These cities dismantled or were destroyed during the Apocalypse, but their continental locations, although shifted by geothermal or tectonic activity, remain relatively similar to previous eras. Many newer buildings and ruins exist in locations where these cities might have been. | |||
Millions of years in the past, the continent was pangeaic and separated sometime between Prehistory and Antiquity to form the continents. Massive volcanic subduction and glaciers from the coming Ice Age likely sculpted the many mountains and caves present in Modern Guradia. Locations once lost resurface in the Future, solidifying this theory. [[The Sun Palace]] is one example of this. | |||
Vegetation also forested the continents again, until destroyed by Lavos, then corrected again by the time-travelers. | |||
==Currency== | ==Currency== | ||
Through most eras, the standard unit of currency in Guardia is [[Gold]], represented by the letter G (usually capital). In [[Prehistory]], gold is accepted by minor apothecaries. The merchant in [[Ioka Village Hut]] accepts [[Petals]], [[Fangs]], [[Horns]], and [[Feathers]] as currency. In the [[Future]], the authenticity and value of gold coins is questioned by the merchants, but are never turned down. [[Silver Point]]s, a special brand of currency, is only obtainable and spendable in Leene Square. | Through most eras, the standard unit of currency in Guardia is [[Gold]], represented by the letter G (usually capital). In [[Prehistory]], gold is accepted by minor apothecaries. The merchant in [[Ioka Village Hut]] accepts [[Petals]], [[Fangs]], [[Horns]], and [[Feathers]] as currency. In the [[Future]], the authenticity and value of gold coins is questioned by the merchants, but are never turned down. [[Silver Point]]s, a special brand of currency, is only obtainable and spendable in Leene Square. | ||
==Government== | ==Government== | ||
[[File:Guardia's_trial.png|thumb|The trial of Crono in the Castle of Guardia]]Guardia is ruled by monarchs and their successors; [[Guardia Castle]] is their seat. A judicial system was introduced some time between [[600 AD]] and [[1000 AD]] at the suggestion of the [[Chancellor]] due to Queen Leene's kidnapping by [[Yakra]]. After Leene's resure, Crono is put on trial, represented by lawyer [[Pierre]], in the very system his actions inspired. Ironically, whether the court finds him guilty or innocent of kidnapping [[Marle]], he is thrown in prison, pending execution. This suggests that while democracy blossoms in Guardia, there are still faults as noblemen refuse to relinquish their power. | [[File:Guardia's_trial.png|thumb|The trial of Crono in the Castle of Guardia]]Guardia is ruled by monarchs and their successors; [[Guardia Castle]] is their seat. A judicial system was introduced some time between [[600 AD]] and [[1000 AD]] at the suggestion of the [[Chancellor]] due to Queen Leene's kidnapping by [[Yakra]]. After Leene's resure, Crono is put on trial, represented by lawyer [[Pierre]], in the very system his actions inspired. Ironically, whether the court finds him guilty or innocent of kidnapping [[Marle]], he is thrown in prison, pending execution. This suggests that while democracy blossoms in Guardia, there are still faults as noblemen refuse to relinquish their power. | ||
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[[File:Guardia.png|thumb|180px|King Guardia XXI and Queen Leene in the Throne Room]]Under the idea that males traditionally inhert the throne, the son or daughter of [[King Guardia XXI]] and [[Queen Leene]] would have eventually produced [[Queen Aliza]], who would have had to marry back into the family (barring outright incest). This is fine, as twelve generations would have separated their genetics. This idea is supported by the fact that [[King Guardia XXI]] is definitely large and in charge during [[600 A.D.]] The royal family may also be extensive enough to allow varied descendants of Leene to exist. | [[File:Guardia.png|thumb|180px|King Guardia XXI and Queen Leene in the Throne Room]]Under the idea that males traditionally inhert the throne, the son or daughter of [[King Guardia XXI]] and [[Queen Leene]] would have eventually produced [[Queen Aliza]], who would have had to marry back into the family (barring outright incest). This is fine, as twelve generations would have separated their genetics. This idea is supported by the fact that [[King Guardia XXI]] is definitely large and in charge during [[600 A.D.]] The royal family may also be extensive enough to allow varied descendants of Leene to exist. | ||
==Etymology== | |||
''Guardia'' is a Spanish noun for guard, defense, on the watch. On guard is a common phrase, in Spanish "''en guardia''". | |||
==Gallery== | ==Gallery== | ||
