The Merchant Kingdom of Sardinia-Corsica

A country on the server, controlled by adiack.

## Information

The Merchant Kingdom of Sardinia-Corsica is a nation with a strong history in trade, thanks to its advantageous location in the Mediterranean Sea. Originally populated by the people of mainly romance culture, the country was later conquered by the country was country was latter sold to Scandinavian raiders. Today, the ruling upper classes are still predominantly Scandinavian, while the general population is a blend of Scandinavian and Romance cultures.

Despite its rich and freedom loving cultural heritage, most citizens in the kingdom lack proper representation. The king and his counts hold control over much of the Sardinia while Corsica is controlled by the heir apparent, the prince of Corsica. Only the capital city Antioch has elected representation, with the population selecting a parliament of advisers to the king.

## Industries

### Path Traffic

The Merchant Kingdom of Sardinia-Corsica is renowned for its robust path traffic industry, a sector that has flourished due to the island's limited road infrastructure. With an acute awareness of the need for effective transportation across the isles, the nation took a controversial approach by *importing* a considerable number of *voluntary* individuals from North Africa, predominantly Muslims. These newcomers were tasked with the laborious duty of transporting goods along the extensive network of paths that crisscross the islands.

## Notable places

### **The Summer Palace**

An Exquisite Hideaway for Royalty and Esteemed Guests. The secluded luxury palace on Sardinia's eastern coast, exclusively reserved the king and his esteemed guests. This regal sanctuary exudes opulence and tranquillity amidst breath-taking natural beauty. There the king can immerse himself in the allure of the Summer Palace's pristine beach, a masterpiece imported from the tranquil shores of western Corsica. Bask in the sun's warm embrace as him and his quests soak up panoramic views of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Then indulge in a culinary journey through diverse gastronomic delights. At the Summer Palace the king and his guests experience unrivalled luxury, all paid for by the tax payers of the nations.

### The Union bridge

A Majestic Link Between Corsica and Sardinia. The Union Bridge stands as a remarkable testament to Victorian-style engineering, gracefully spanning the azure waters that separate the islands of Corsica and Sardinia. Constructed under the Internal Roads and Highways Act, this suspension bridge serves as a symbol of connectivity and unity.

But it has a less then perfect history two events happened during its construction, firstly Ireland claimed that its satellites had captured an image of a message on top of the bridge, reading "help us." However, upon closer examination, these claims proved to be baseless, as no such message was found. There was also the tragic event when, after the completion of the bridge. On their return journey to North Africa, the ship carrying the Muslim workers hired to build the bridge encountered a calamity, sinking with all souls on board.

### Saparellia point

A Hidden Gem Along the C1 as it winds through the rugged beauty of western Corsica , a quiet marvel awaits: the Saparellia Point. Nestled amid this picturesque landscape, the car park emerges as an unexpected sanctuary, shaped by the hands of gracious 'volunteers.'

Situated at the meeting point of land and sea, the car park offers an unexpected yet captivating view of the Corsican coastline. The gentle lull of waves brushing against the shore creates a soothing symphony that resonates with nature's rhythm. Amidst the hustle and bustle of modern life, the spot lies as a testament to the beauty of nature and the spirit's timeless yearning for connection."

## Geography

### Corsican road Network

* The A1 is the largest and main trunk road on Corsica it runs from the \*insert bridge name\* in the north all the way down to the **Union bridge** the south connecting the island from top to tail. The road is entirely paved.
* C1
* C2
* C3

## Government

### Acts

Military Armament act - this mandated the creation of a military base on the north of Corsica to prevent such a embarrassing event as the isle of Mann crisis from happening again - 15/05/23

Internal Roads and Highways Act - this mandated the construction of the A1M running north to south from the top of Corsica to the bottom of Sardinia A1M1 - 22/05/23

## Military

### Army

The nations small army is stationed at its main military base in the North of Corsica. Comprising primarily of marines, the nations military is predominantly focused on conducting naval invasions and sea-based operations rather than engaging in prolonged land-based conflicts.

### Navy

The navy holds immense importance within the Sardino Corsican military, enabling the nation to assert itself autonomously in international politics. By maintaining the world's strongest navy, the nation becomes virtually untouchable, deterring any potential threats or invasions from other countries. The navy's fleet is primarily categorized into three classes of vessels:

1. Elba class: These vessels are equipped with a single TNT cannon and are primarily designed for agility, addressing internal issues like piracy and safeguarding shipping.

2. Corsica class: Featuring two TNT cannons, these vessels strike a balance between firepower and agility. They serve as the backbone of the navy during international conflicts, providing substantial firepower while minimizing the impact of potential losses.

3. Sardinia class: The Sardinia class surpasses the Corsica class in size and firepower. These vessels are specifically designed to inflict severe damage on the enemy's infrastructure, focusing on raw firepower to cripple their opponent's capabilities.

### Airforce

The nations air force was formed on the 2nd of August 2023 after the completion of its first military air strip located in Saint Florent Military Base.

## History

isle of man crisis

eu observer state

reported mis reported crisis ting

fixed crisis ting

moved a beach