| Autocommucracy of Qaib Qaxudax̂ /Qaib |
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| Motto: "Perpetual in Motion" | ||||||
 Google Map of Qaib
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| Capital | Staley | |||||
| Official language(s) | Unangam Tunuu, Inupiaq, Yupik, English, Russian | |||||
| Ethnic groups (2020) | -----------
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| Demonym | Qaiben | |||||
| Government | Autocommucratic Republic | |||||
| - | Xillherie | Benjamin Staley | ||||
| Legislature | Unicameral Parliament | |||||
| Internal Sovereignty | ||||||
| Area | ||||||
| - | Total | 26,875.197 km2 16,699.468 sq mi |
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| Population | ||||||
| - | 2020 estimate | 12,609 | ||||
| - | Density | 0.47/km2 1.2/sq mi |
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| GDP (nominal) | 2025 estimate | |||||
| - | Total | $41.89 billion | ||||
| HDI | 0.92 | |||||
| Currency | Qichitix (QIX) | |||||
| Time zone | (UTC-11 & 11) | |||||
| Date format | dd/mm/yyyy | |||||
| Drives on the | right | |||||
The Autocommucracy of Qaib, more commonly known as Qaib in English or Qaxudax̂ in Unangam Tunuu, is a unrecognized state in the Bering Sea region between North America and Asia. Its eleven provinces have a current estimate population of 12,000 in an area of 26,875.197 km2 (16,699.468 Square miles) Making it the second largest pacific archipelago, second only to the Solomon Islands. It shares maritime borders with Russia to the west and the USA to the east. The nation's capital is Staley and the most populous city is Agunalaksh.
The Autocommucracy of Qaib is also classified as an independence movement or Unrecognized state, but they call for an independent state for the Unangax, Yup'ik, and Inupiaq of the Bering sea and a revitalization of their culture and language.
History[]
Timeline[]
20,000 BC: Beringians are formed as humans first enter Beringia
11,200 BC: The Beringians cross Beringia into America.[1]
6,975 BC: The Beringians are completely gone now only leaving their descendent heir groups the Unangax, Yupik, Inupiaq, Chukchi, Kamchatkan, and Thules.
250 BC: The first civilization forms in the Bering Sea.
400 AD: The golden age starts.
900 AD: Greenland goes under Qaiben control.
900 AD: The recognized golden age ends.
982: The first interaction with europeans.[2]
982: The Qaiben war against the Kingdom of Denmark begins.[3]
1261: The Kingdom of Norway joins the war against Qaib in Greenland.
1350: The Danish and Norwegian begin leaving Qaiben territory after consistent war.[3]
1400: The Danish and Norwegian under the Kalmar Union are out of Greenland completely.[3]
1500: The civilization collapses.
1500: The Thules go extinct after an era of decline to the Danish and Norwegian diseases, war, and LIA.[4]
July 13, 1728: Russians set sail to colonize the Bering Sea.[5]
1730: Vitus Bering ends his expedition in the Bering sea.[5]
1784: Grigory Shelikhov establishes the first Russian settlement in the region.[6]
July 8, 1799: Russian-American Company is founded by Czar Paul I.[7]
1800: Cungagnaq / Peter is born to later become a martyr and saint for the Russian Orthodox church.[8]
June 27, 1802: Russian-American company fight with Qaiben forces in the first battle of Sitka.[9]
October 1, 1804: Russian-American Company fight with Qaiben forces in the second battle of Sitka.[9]
October 4, 1804: Second battle of Sitka ends.[9]
1815: Saint Cungagnaq / Saint Peter the Unangax is tortured and killed.[8]
March 30, 1867: Russian Empire sells half of the Bering Sea to the USA.[10]
October 18, 1867: USA officially takes over half of the Bering sea.[11]
October 18, 1867: Russian-American company dissolves.[7]
1917: Qaib's war with the Russian Empire ends.
June 3, 1942: Imperial Japan bombs Dutch Harbor.[12]
June 6, 1942: Imperial Japan occupies Attu.[13]
June 6, 1942: Imperial Japan occupies Kiska.[14]
June 10, 1942: USA relocated Qaiben citizens from Atka to internment camps[15]
June 12, 1942: USA relocated Qaiben citizens from St Paul to internment camps[15]
May 29, 1943: Imperial Japan flees Attu.[16]
July 28, 1943: Imperial Japan flees Kiska.[17]
May 1945: USA resettles the surviving 763 of the 881 Qaiben citizens to their home.[18]
1959: Qaib's war with the USA ends.
September 24, 1980: Saint Cungagnaq is canonized by the Orthodox Church in America[8]
1988: U.S. pays restitution and apologizes for the kidnapping and murder of Qaiben people in WW2.[19]
October 15, 2023: Qaib creates their modern flag.
Beringians[]
11,975 BCE: Humans from Siberia migrated into Beringia, a vast landmass that spanned the distance between modern-day Russia and North America, defined by the Lena River in Siberia (Russia) and the Mackenzie River in Canada. At this time, Beringia was a singular, unified landmass that allowed humans to cross from Asia into North America. Over time, this landmass split apart, eventually becoming what we know today as the Bering Sea, and surrounding areas.
The Beringians, who eventually went extinct, are the ancestor to several indigenous groups, primarily the Unangax, Inupiaq, Yup'ik, Chukchi, Kamchatkan, and Thule peoples. While other groups like the Tlingit, Ahtna, and Ainu share kinship ties, they arrived later and are more closely aligned with the Inuit peoples as they migrated southward.
Saint Cungagnaq / Saint Peter the Unangax[]
Saint Peter the Unangax
Born in 1800 on Kodiak Island[20], Cungagnaq[8] is believed to have been an Alutiiq or Sugpiaq native of Russian America[21]. He was baptized by Orthodox missionaries associated with St. Herman[22], receiving the Christian name Peter[8].
In 1815, a group of Russian-American Company[7] employees and their enslaved Unangax̂ hunters, including Peter[8], were captured near San Pedro—possibly present-day San Pedro (Los Angeles)[23] or the San Pedro y San Pablo Asistencia[24]—while illegally hunting seals. According to Russian accounts, they were taken to Mission Dolores[25], in what is now San Francisco[26]. All the Russians and Unangax̂ refused to convert to Catholicism, saying, "I am a Christian."[27] The Spanish argued, "That's not true, you are heretics and schismatics. If you do not agree to accept our faith then we will torture all of you to death." [27]Later, they cut off one of the joints of his feet, then the other joint. Then they cut the first joint on the fingers of his hands, and then the other joint. Then they cut off his feet, and his hands. The blood flowed; however, he endured and firmly repeated one thing: "I am a Christian."[27] He died due to a loss of blood. That night, an order was received from Monterey[28] stating that all imprisoned Unangax̂ were to be released immediately, so only Peter had died, becoming a martyr.
Upon receiving the report of Peter's death, St. Herman on Kodiak Island was moved to cry out, "Holy new-martyr Peter, pray to God for us!"[27] He was called a saint by the Russian Orthodox Church outside of Russia[29] and locally glorified by the Diocese of Alaska[30]. He was not canonized until September 24, 1980, by the Orthodox Church of America. Known as the "Martyr of San Francisco," his feast day is celebrated on September 24th, the day of his canonization, and December 12th, the day to celebrate all early martyrs of North America. Several churches in North America have been dedicated to him, including churches in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, USA; Minot, North Dakota, USA[31]; Abita Springs, Louisiana, USA; and Calgary, Alberta, Canada.[32]
Second Battle of Sitka[]
Russian soldiers throwing spears face against Qaiben forces with rifles
During the Russo-Tlingit War, starting October 1st, 1804, a Russian landing party led by the 1st governor of Russian America Alexander Andreyevich Baranov[33] and Lieutenant Commander Yuri Fyodorovich Lisyansky[34] accompanied by about 150 men and 400 Unangax slaves assaulted Shís'gi Noow(new Sheet'ka). The first landing succeeded initially with the Russians advancing onto the town quickly as many people fled, assuming the soldiers of Shís'gi Noow had fled, and that victory was assured. Suddenly, under the leadership of Chief K’alyáan, the soldiers charged from the forest and from the beach in a pincer maneuver. Baranov was seriously injured and the Russians fell back to the water's edge. Neva[35] opened fire to cover the retreat. Two Russians were killed, 14 wounded, and one later died of his injuries. That night the soldiers of Sheet'ka rejoiced at having repulsed the Russians.
Chief K’alyáan
October 2nd, 1804. Due to Baranov's wounds Lieutenant Commander Lisyansky[34] assumed command and ordered the ships to begin shore bombardment. The Russians were unable to breach the fort's walls so they ceased fire and sent a messenger ashore under a flag of truce. Lisyansky reportedly said, "It was constructed of wood, so thick and strong, that the shot from my guns could not penetrate it at the short distance of a cable's length." Much to the city's amusement the message demanded their surrender. They replied with their own demand that the Russians surrender, which was also rejected. The Russian cannon fire resumed until nightfall. They believed the Russians suffered too many losses the day before to mount another ground attack so they planned to hold out until northern forces can arrive but the shortage of gunpowder limited their ability to remain under siege.
October 3rd, 1804. Neva[35] and her escorts resumed the day long bombardment but unbeknownst to the Russians the city's elderly and young children had already begun the trek to G̱aajaa Héen(Old Sheet'ka). Mothers with infants were to depart in the morning
October 4th, 1804. Naval cannon fire began at daybreak halting periodically to allow the Russians to extend offers of peace, which were in turn rejected. That afternoon they responded saying they had tired of battle and would accede to the Russians demand to evacuate Shís'gi Noow the following day. Once the sun set they held their last gathering where they held one last song and ended with a drum roll and wail of anguish which the Russians interpreted as a sign of surrender. They then departed undetected under the cover of darkness.
October 5th, 1804. The Russians landed a large contingent of troops to secure the beachhead and reconnoiter the area in and around Shís'gi Noow. To their surprise no one was found in the city, they estimated 800 people had lived there and later razed the city before sailing out November 10th, 1804. Little to Russia's knowledge but Shís'gi Noow was founded and filled with 800 people solely to gauge Russian strength by making a bait town for the Russian Navy to attack, so the forces could see how many vessels the Russians had, how many men they had, what arms they had, and Russian tactics. Leaving this battle to be a success for Qaib.
Unangam Tanangis Campaign[]
During World War II, starting June 3rd, 1942, the Japanese Northern Area Fleet began its attack on Unangam Tanangis with the bombing of Agunalaksh (Dutch Harbor). Over two days, carrier-based torpedo bombers from Jun'yō[36] and Ryūjō[37] used weather cover to strike their targets.
On June 6th, 1942, Japanese forces invaded Qisxa (Kiska)[38], and on June 7th they invaded and secured Attu[13]. The local Unangax did not initially resist, and daily life changed little at first. The U.S. Navy had reportedly offered to evacuate Attu in May 1942, but the proposal was denied.
In August 1942, an incident involving gunfire killed one Unangax and a captured American radio operator. The following month, Japan relocated 41 Unangax on Osada Maru to Otaru, Hokkaido[39], Japan’s northernmost island, fearing they might leak military secrets. Despite relatively decent conditions, tuberculosis spread among the group. One Unangax recalled:
"We were housed in a large building, supervised by a Japanese policeman who lived in partitioned rooms in the same building. The Unangax had no freedom, and were herded into the same building for the entire war, except for those who worked in a nearby clay pit. The buildings were heated by coal stoves in winter. Hot baths were available whenever the Unangax wanted them. They slept on tatami mats and had plenty of blankets."
On June 12th, 1942, the USS Gillis[40] and USS Hulbert[41] stationed off Atx̂ax̂ (Atka)[42] with orders to evacuate the local Unangax and burn the town to deny it to the enemy. Many Unangax were away at fisheries and seasonal camps in anticipation of an attack; those present were evacuated with no time to gather belongings.
On June 14th, 1942, USCGC Onondaga[43] received orders to evacuate Tanax̂ Amix̂ (Saint Paul)[44], and on June 16th, USAT Delarof evacuated both Tanax̂ Amix̂(Saint Paul)[44] and Anĝaax̂chalux̂ (Saint George)[45]. The operation continued through the end of June, removing residents from Chaluka (Nikolski)[46], Achan-ingiiga (Akutan)[47], Kasaq'taq (Kashega)[48], Qakilu (Biorka)[49], and Aigagin (Makushin)[50]. Only Unangax were evacuated—white residents were ordered to remain, allegedly to assist U.S. troops.
The government hastily repurposed abandoned canneries, mines, and fisheries as internment camps. These sites were overcrowded, lacked heating, and were cut off from society. Water was scarce and often contaminated. The Unangax were expected to rebuild shelters, construct beds, and survive. Of the 881 Unangax interned, only 763 were still alive when they were released in May 1945.
Tukux̂[]
The Tukux̂ serves as the head of state of the Autocommucracy of Qaib, holding a position of supreme authority distinct from similar offices in other nations.
Term - Upon election, the Tukux̂ assumes office and remains in charge until voluntary retirement, death, or forcible removal from office.
Authority - As the highest authority within the nation, the Tukux̂ possesses the power to override any decisions made by the Cabinet, individual Ministers, or any other member of the government. Moreover, decisions made by the Tukux̂ are final and cannot be overturned by any other governmental body.
Responsibilities - Beyond overriding powers, the Tukux̂ oversees the consistent implementation of laws and policies across all branches of government, ensuring they align with national interests and the Constitution.
Emergency Powers - In times of national emergency, the Tukux̂ holds exclusive authority to declare states of emergency and exercise expanded powers necessary for maintaining stability and security.
Etymology - Tukux̂ (pronounced Too-koo) in Unangam Tunuu roughly translates to “Leader.” Historically, during the Qaib independence movement, the term used for head of state was Xillherie. This term originated from a constructed language (conlang) developed to unify the multiple languages of Qaib. However, the conlang project was eventually discontinued due to various challenges and was considered a failed program.
Military[]
The Autocommucracy of Qaib maintains an estimated 200 active military personnel across several branches, including the Army, Navy, National Guard, and Coast Guard. This number is a rough approximation due to limited available data.
The standard issue for soldiers includes the Winchester Model 1894 rifle[51] and a Colt M1911 sidearm[52]. Less-lethal options, such as the Remington Nylon 77, are available for the Personal Guard, National Guard, and Coast Guard.
The Autocommucracy of Qaib produces its own armored vehicles and light tanks and has developed a diverse naval fleet comprising various vessels—from light battleships and galleons to smaller U-boats.
Ministries[]
Minister of Defense controls the general military of the Autocommucracy of Qaib
Minister of Security controls the general police,
Minister of Affairs controls the domestic and international relations for the Autocommucracy of Qaib
Minister of Economy controls the wealth, distribution of wealth, and taxes for the Autocommucracy of Qaib
Minister of Commerce controls the imports, exports, and trade within the Autocommucracy of Qaib
Minister of Labor controls the general labor laws, regulations, and work force within the Autocommucracy of Qaib
Administrative regions[]
| Provinces | |||
| Name | Area | Capital city | |
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| Hawadax | 934.594 KM² | ||
| Idmaax | 19.291 KM² | ||
| Iŋaliq | 35 KM² | Imaqłiq | |
| Uniiĝun | 545.596 KM² | ||
| Nuniwar | 4,226.8 KM² | Mikuryar | |
| Sasignan | 1,143.785 KM² | Samiyax̂ | |
| Sivuqaq | 1792 KM² | Sivuqaq city | |
| Staley | 373.05 KM² | Staley City | |
| Niiĝuĝim | 3,925 KM² | Atx̂ax̂ | |
| Amiq | 200 KM² | Tanax̂ Amix̂ | |
| Aalax Kutxa | 1,846 KM² | Nikoolskix̂ | |
Economy[]
Qaib has a mixed economy with moderate government intervention and a low level of corruption.
Qaib's primary export lies within its fishing sector making up roughly 92.83% of its current GDP making up 3.6% of the worlds seafood exports. Oil makes up 4.78% of its GDP while tourism, taxes, and general revenue makes up 2.39% of its GDP
Based on 2025 estimates, Qaib’s gross domestic product would rank 102nd globally, placing it just above Cyprus and below Estonia.
Qaib's GDP is expected to rise 259% by 2030 to roughly $150 Billion.
Biodiversity[]
The territory of Qaib can be divided into four terrestrial ecoregions: volcanic mountains, fields, hills, and Pacific coastal zones, as of 2025.
Horned Puffin
Animal life includes species commonly found in the North Pacific and surrounding regions such as Chukotka Autonomous Okrug and the state of Alaska. Marine life includes Pacific cod, Alaskan pollock, Pacific halibut, sablefish, various rockfish, arrowtooth flounder, Dolly Varden trout, flathead sole, bluntnose sixgill sharks, and the economically significant king crab, which comprises a large portion of the nation's exports. Non-fish marine animals include harbor seals, northern fur seals, ringed seals, spotted seals, ribbon seals, Pacific walruses, gray whales, humpback whales, bowhead whales, and turban snails. Non-Marine Animal life includes Tufted Puffins, Horned Puffins, short-tailed Albatross, Crested Auklets, and Barren-Ground Caribou.
Plant life resembles that of neighboring coastal regions such as Alaska and Chukotka, with a variety of seaweed, kelp, grasses, mosses, and wildflowers including Parnassia palustris, Potentilla palustris, and Claytonia acutifolia. Other notable flora include beach lovage, salmonberry, crowberry, cloudberry, lingonberry, and Sitka mountain ash. Tree species include cottonwood, willow, birch, and, though rare, spruce.
Culture[]
Cuisine[]
Qaiben cuisine reflects the maritime and arctic environment of the region. Seafood and seal-based dishes form the backbone of traditional meals, often enhanced with herbs like beach lovage and salt.
Tachi – Prepared by cutting up northern fur seal scapula, rubbing it generously with salt and beach lovage, and then roasting until cooked through.
Fish Pirog
Chimigin – A simple dish of turban snails boiled for 30 minutes in water, with optional additions of beach lovage, salt, or sugar kelp. Can be served in or out of the shell.
Fish Pirog – A fish-filled pastry made from dough, fish, onions, and either potatoes or rice. This dish has Russian colonial origins and remains a common dish.
Yukola dish sun drying
Yukola – Traditionally made by sun-drying salmon. The fish is gutted, optionally seasoned with salt or beach lovage, and hung until dried. Once ready, it’s split into three parts—two-thirds for human consumption and the third (head and spine) for sled dogs. This dish is especially known for its use in sledding expeditions.
Salted Flippers – Seal flipper meat, usually from harbor or fur seals, is cut up and preserved in salt.
Music[]
Music from the indigenous ethnics of Qaib typically revolves around drumming and fast-paced harmonized singing with a strong emphasis on throat singing.
Famous bands include
- Pamyua[53], a Yup'ik band
Holidays[]
| Date | Name |
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| 1 January | New Year's Day |
| 1st Sunday after Paschal | Easter |
| 1st day of Shawwal | Eid al-fitr |
| 11 June | Sovereign Day |
| 6 September | Presidents Day |
| 31 October | Halloween |
| 15th fortnight in Kartika | Diwali |
| 17 November | Indigenous Day |
| 25 December | Christmas day |
| 31 December | New Years Eve |
External Links[]
Citizenship application form[1]
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beringia
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Erik_the_Red
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Norse_settlements_in_Greenland#:~:text=As%20opposed%20to%20the%20Norse,with%20the%20contemporary%20Danish%20presence.
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thule_people
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vitus_Bering
- ↑ https://russiaglobal.omeka.fas.harvard.edu/exhibits/show/trajecmain/item/11
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russian-American_Company
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 8.3 8.4 8.5 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peter_the_Aleut
- ↑ 9.0 9.1 9.2 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Sitka
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaska_Purchase
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alaska_Purchase
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Dutch_Harbor
- ↑ 13.0 13.1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_occupation_of_Attu
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_occupation_of_Kiska
- ↑ 15.0 15.1 https://www.nps.gov/articles/000/unangax-internment.htm
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Battle_of_Attu
- ↑ https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/1958/february/mysterious-withdrawal-kiska
- ↑ https://www.nationalww2museum.org/war/articles/wartime-internment-native-alaskans
- ↑ https://www.nlm.nih.gov/nativevoices/timeline/635.html
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kodiak_Island
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russian_colonization_of_North_America
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Herman_of_Alaska
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Pedro,_Los_Angeles
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Pedro_y_San_Pablo_Asistencia
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mission_San_Francisco_de_As%C3%ADs
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/San_Francisco
- ↑ 27.0 27.1 27.2 27.3 https://websites.umich.edu/~ocf/saint_peter_the_aleut.htm
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Monterey,_California
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Russian_Orthodox_Church_Outside_of_Russia
- ↑ https://episcopalak.org/
- ↑ https://www.oca.org/parishes/oca-mw-minspa
- ↑ https://www.oca.org/parishes/oca-ca-calspm
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alexander_Andreyevich_Baranov
- ↑ 34.0 34.1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yuri_Lisyansky
- ↑ 35.0 35.1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neva_(1802_Russian_ship)
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_aircraft_carrier_Jun%27y%C5%8D
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_aircraft_carrier_Ry%C5%ABj%C5%8D
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Japanese_Occupation_Site,_Kiska_Island
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hokkaido
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Gillis
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USS_Hulbert
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Atka_Island
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/USCGC_Onondaga
- ↑ 44.0 44.1 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._Paul,_Alaska
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/St._George,_Alaska
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nikolski,_Alaska
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Akutan,_Alaska
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kashega,_Alaska
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biorka_Island
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Makushin,_Alaska
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Winchester_Model_1894
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/M1911_pistol
- ↑ https://www.pamyua.com/