Empire Bay

The State of Empire Bay is a state in the United States of America.
Empire Bay is the largest state on the Culver River in both area and population, with its capital and largest city, Empire Bay, resting on the mouth of the river. Empire Bay borders New Groveland to the east.
== History ==
The city of Empire Bay and the surrounding area was claimed as a trading post by Italian explorer Giulio Contadino in 1547, and named Porto Romano. It came under Dutch control in the early 17th century, and remained so until 1694, when the area came under British control. The first governor of the area renamed Porto Romano to Empire Bay. He was governor until 1739.
The American Revolution during the 18th century brought about strife for Empire Bay, and the area was frequently contested. The city of Empire Bay, and the confiscated trade ships in its port were used to keep American prisoners of war. The area was eventually conquered by the Americans towards the end of the revolution.
In the first half of the 20th century, The city of Empire Bay became a hub for immigration and trade, centered in the neighborhood of Southport. The city would also be home to incredible amounts of organized crime and corruption, which left a bloody footprint on the city, but whose flame was eventually calmed by the 1950s.
During the latter half of the 20th century, the city of Empire Bay grew to be a financial hub on the Culver River, and a major trade center in the United States. Many suburban developments swept the countryside, and the population grew exponentially. However, the arrival of multinational companies and corporations caused a drought among many smaller, locally-owned business, thus bringing about degradation to more urban parts of the city. More so, with the increased immigration from Asia, neighborhoods like Little Italy and Kingston have lost a significant portion of their ethnic populations. In the 21st century, some organizations have attempted to revitalize run down neighborhoods through gentrification, turning some areas into wealthy, artsy areas for newcomers to the city - sometimes to the distaste of lifelong residents.
In the 21st century, Empire Bay has grown as a hub for business and technology, despite the degradation of the inner city of Empire Bay.
== Cities ==
* Empire Bay, Culver County - Capital and largest city
* Quinton, Culver County
* North Specter, Culver County
* Hickham Fields, Aspen County
* Jasper, Aspen County
* Klondike City, Aspen County
== Sports ==
Empire Bay is most known for its baseball team from the city of Empire Bay - the Empire Bay Cannons. The Cannons are known for rivalry with the Birkland Bulls, the Lost Heaven Lancers, and the Scarborough Mandolins.
== Criminal Element ==
The State of Empire Bay is notorious for its criminal underworld, mostly within the city of Empire Bay. The city is the seat of the Culver River Commission, which is a part of the American Italian mafia.
Criminal organizations in Empire Bay include:
* Vinci Crime Family
* Falcone Crime Family
* Clemente Crime Family
* The Triads
* The Bombers
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