Time: Framland

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Time Overview

Framland was originally a semi‐independent duchy within the Skolkan empire. It declared its independence in 1905 in conjunction with Norway. Since that time, Torrike and Bothnia have routinely attempted to influence Framish politics, but its independence has never been physically threatened. Even after heavy pressure, Framland was able to remain neutral during both WWI and WWII. During the Cold War, Framland leaned westward but maintained both political and economic relations with Donovia.

Following WWI, the Royals followed the path of other European nations in creating a legislative body (the Parliament, or in Framish: Landsting) and setting up a representative government. By the 1930s, Framland had one of Europe's highest standards of living.

Framland declared itself neutral during both world wars, thereby avoiding much physical destruction like several other neutral countries. The post‐war boom propelled Framland to greater economic prosperity, putting the country in third place in per capita GDP rankings by 1970. Beginning in the 1970s and culminating with the deep recession of the early 1990s, Framish standards of living developed less favorably than many other industrialized countries. Since the mid-1990s the economic performance has improved. Since the fall of the Warsaw Pact, its political stance has become decidedly pro‐Western and pro‐NATO, but has declined to apply for NATO membership. However, to counter the threat of reintegration into a Torrike-led empire and assist in maintaining their independence, Framland routinely plays a possible NATO membership to keep Torrike in check.

Framland has always been a nation that is moderately prosperous, democratic, and possessing a strong sense of national identity. The Framish people clearly consider themselves Europeans, but are hesitant to become a member of the European Union, seeing it as compromising their national identity. Framland maintains good relations with the rest of the European nations.

Key Dates, Time Periods, or Events

• 1689 – Roman Catholicism introduced by the Bishop of Skolkan.
• 1905 – Framland announced its independence in conjunction with Norway.
• 1917 – Civil war within the Skolkan Empire.
• 1920 – Skolkan Empire formally dissolved. Arnland, OtsoBothnia, and Torrike formed as separate countries.
• 1921 – Women’s suffrage adopted
• 1950 – Civil Defense set up
• 1990 – Gulf of Bothnia Cooperation Council (GBCC) founded by Bothnia and Torrike. Framland becomes a signatory.
• 1995 – Framish Police Directorate established
• 1997 - GBCC members sign an economic cooperation framework.
• 2005 - GBCC Interbank established

Routine, Cyclical Key Dates

Public Education

Children are not obliged to attend school until the age of six.

Primary school: Eight year program consisting of two kindergarten years (Junior and Senior Infants), followed by classes 1‐6.

Secondary school: Comprises secondary, vocational, community and comprehensive schools.

Tertiary Education: Encompasses the university sector, the technological sector, and private, independent colleges.

More details are in the Social Variable.

National and Religious Holidays

Framland observes all Christian holidays, New Year’s Eve, and New Year’s Day. National holidays and observances include the following:

• May 01 – May Day
• Second Sunday in May – Mother’s Day
• Day before Summer Solstice – Midsummer Eve
• Summer Solstice – Midsummer Day
• Second Sunday of November – Father’s Day

Harvest Cycles and Seasons

The growing season lasts 140 days in the south and 100 days in the north.

Seasons in Southern Framland

Season	Months
Winter	December to February
Spring	March to May
Summer	June to August
Fall	September to October/November

See Physical Environment Variable for more information.

Elections

Framish elections are held every second year, alternating between elections for the Parliament and local elections, both of which are held on a 4‐yearly basis. More detail can be found in the Political Variable.

Military Training

Personnel enlist initially for a period of four years, with the option to leave the forces in the first four months of training if they decide that they do not wish to pursue a military career. Beyond the four year point, there are a range of engagement options, but the norm is to sign on for a 20 year term.

The minimum commitment for reservists is four training days per month and an annual four week camp. For more information, see Military Variable.

Government Planning

The Council of State normally convenes every week, and is presided over by the King.

Framland’s Defense Policy is subject to review on a 5 yearly basis.

The Framish government fiscal year is the calendar year.

Cultural Perception of Time

Framland has only one time zone. The country observes Central European Time (CET), or UTC +1, as standard time. When Daylight Saving Time (DST) is in force, Framish clocks run on Central European Summer Time (CEST).

Western Perception of Time

Western time is based on scientific calculations and observations. From the sundial to the atomic clock, time relies on such measurements as the rotation of the earth to the number of oscillations of a particular atom. These are finite measurements of time which contrast drastically with the changeable calendar of the Sami. The Western concept of time is not a product of experiential learning but rather a shared careful observation made by a relative minority of the population. Without a watch or clock, most Westerners would be unable to offer what they would consider an accurate estimate of the time.