Arcasia

Flag of the Republic of Arcasia.

**Arcasia**, formally known as the **Republic of Arcasia**, is a democratic, constitutional republic and one of the twin superpowers of the world of *Suzerain*, alongside United Contana. Currently under the leadership of President Dwight Walker, it is staunchly capitalist and currently engaged in a Cold War with its Malenyevist rival. Arcasia is currently attempting to influence the Republic of Sordland, it is up to the player whether or not to integrate the smaller Republic into ATO, the Western military alliance and defender of freedom and democracy, face the capitalist countries as a shining beacon of Malenyevism under the CSP, or remain independent.

## **History**

The Republic of Arcasia was established in 1823 after King Jonathan XII and the Kingdom of Arcas was overthrown by Arcasian revolutionaries, which started a period of conflict and revolutions in the world called ‘the Century of Revolutions.’ At the end of the century, it emerged as a global superpower which expanded its influence by promoting capitalism to all corners of the world. Arcasia relies heavily on its military power and has been involved with many military operations and security pacts around the world.

A highly developed country, the nation became the world’s largest economy by nominal GDP at the start of the 20th century. During this period, many Arcasian companies rose to be the most profitable and largest in the world, the funding of the Arcasian universities transformed them into the world’s best education centers and its people earned various political freedoms that the world has never seen before.

Many Arcasians, including President Walker, are of Rumian descent.

## **Organizations**

Arcasia is the founding member of the Arcasian Treaty Organization (ATO), which was created to counter the influence of Malenyevism and United Contana's military capabilities. It is also a member of Organization for Merkopan Economic Development (OMEC) and a permanent member of the Alliance of Nations.

## **Economy**

The economic power is currently locked in a fierce global ideological battle with United Contana. Both powers are in a race of influence around the globe. Arcasia has a strong presence in the West but has been slowly growing their influence in the farther corners of the world, most of the time in conflict with United Contana. While some view Arcasia as a beacon of freedom that enlightens the world, others see it as an oppressive government set out to enslave other countries, and recent reports of torture camps and unethical use of force to interrogate prisoners of war has caused major political problems within the country and an international outcry which contributed to the latter idea.

The nation has arguably the strongest economy in the world and an average civil rights records with very good political freedoms. Arcasian people enjoy the low unemployment levels and higher purchasing power than most of the world. It has recently become the center of the consumerist culture.

The Arcasian Lira is regarded as the world's reserve currency with the strength of other currencies being measured against it.

## **Geography**

Arcasia is located in Western Merkopa, with the highest amount of undeveloped land in the world. It is home to some of the most isolated spots in the Western North, as well as hosting the Central Merkopan Desert.

## **Strategy**

Arcasia is pressuring Sordland to be an ally and join its ranks to counter the rising threat of Malenyevism, and Sordland is in an increasingly dire spot, as the recession has created a great need of funds. President Rayne may choose to join the ATO and make a stand against communism, turn the tables and bring Sordland to the CSP, or remain independent and neutral, while cultivating a good relationship with both sides. It is all up to the player on the path they choose...

## **References**

### **Trivia**

* Arcasia is Suzerain's equivalent to the United States of America.
* The Arcasian language is influenced by the French language. This can be seen in the Armadine Radio, where some text reads, "Fabriqué an Arcasia" and in "Éclaireurs de la Liberté".

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