Ven

## Basic Info

**Country Name**: Ven

**Demonym**: Venner

**Government Type**: Federation

**Capital City**: Spheabve

**Demonym**: Spheabveer

**Other Cities**: Neesumo, Flopend, Texbrnorert, and Lonere

**Bordering Countries and Regions**:

Desert to the North, a vast mountain range to the East, desert to the South, and desert to the West.

**Geography**:

- Area: 2,949 sq mi / 7,637.87 sq km

- The land is predominantly covered in coniferous forest, with barren wasteland to the North, fen to the North-East, and low hills to the West.

- The weather is usually cool and windy.

**Population**:

- Population: 1,084,903,323 (1.1 Billion approx.)

  - (44% male, 56% female)

- Life expectancy: Male: 76 years, Female: 71 years

- Average children per family: 10

- Population Density: 70% urban, 19% suburban, 11% rural.

- Ethnic Groups:

  - 92% Natives,

  - 5% Former Colonist Descendants,

  - 3% Refugees

- Languages: There is 1 official language.

- Religious Beliefs: 91% Major religion, 2% Pagan, 1% Agnostic, 6% Atheist.

**Military**:

- Total Military Personnel: 50,790,218 (4.68% of the total population).

- Active Military: 15,945,180 (1.47% of the total population).

- Maximum Military Manpower: 160,453,138 (14.79% of the total population). This is the total number of able-bodied citizens who could take up arms if necessary.

- They prefer to defend their borders rather than attacking others.

- They have a defensive pact with 1 other country.

- Their military equipment is average.

- Military service is not mandatory except during times of war.

**Economy**:

- Unemployment rate: 24% of the population is unemployed.

- Poverty rate: 35% of the population lives in poverty.

- Literacy rate: 26% of the population can read and write.

- They are technologically well-off and are intermittently connected to worldwide communications networks.

- Resources: Ven has several natural resources, most notably:

  1. Fertile farmland,

  2. Grain crops,

  3. Grazing livestock,

  4. Coal.

**Culture**:

- Ven is renowned for its unique vocal style, clothing style, uncut hairstyles, aggressive building style, pronounced accent, and distinct instruments.

- Singers usually sing at a very high pitch.

- Men and women wear very distinctive clothes, often adorned to represent their family's status and lineage.

- The Venner people do not style or cut their hair as a cultural and religious practice.

- The Venner building style is aggressive, often symbolizing the strength and might of their monarchy.

- They have a clear and unique accent.

- They use a specific instrument, akin to a lute, in many of their traditional music pieces.

- Their people are often stereotyped as being addicted to gambling and fiercely independent.

- Political marriages are practiced, particularly among the royalty and nobility, to maintain power and form alliances.

## Description

The kingdom of Ven, nestled within the verdant landscapes of the temperate continent of Vosterra, is a realm steeped in historical significance and cultural nuances. Governed by the revered principles of a monarchy, this nation's governance mechanism showcases the elite's grip over the heartstrings of the Venner populace. Central to Ven's political infrastructure is its capital city, Spheabve. The Spheabveer, as its inhabitants are known, take immense pride in their status as the core of the nation's power and decision-making.

Ven is unique in its geographical location. It is bordered by deserts to its north, south, and west, while a vast mountain range shields it to the east. The bulk of Ven's territories is lush coniferous forests, symbolizing the nation's resilience and evergreen nature, even as the political winds change their course. Yet, to the north, the barren wasteland stretches, a silent witness to the tales of ancient skirmishes and battles, while the fen to the north-east and the low hills to the west add to the nation's diverse topography.

With a population nearing 1.1 billion, the demographic spread of Ven is an interesting study in contrasts. While the Natives dominate the ethnicity matrix, the presence of former colonist descendants and refugees reflects the country's historical interactions and annexations. However, beneath the unified exterior lies a troubling aspect of Ven's cultural fabric: a palpable disdain for demihumans. This discrimination isn't a quiet murmur but a loud proclamation, a quirk that stands out starkly given the kingdom's harmonious relationship with monsters, a trait that contrasts sharply with the ethos of the neighboring Maxwell Tempest Federation, a land majorly inhabited by these very creatures.

Ven's monarchy has never been a passive entity. The ruling elite, while exuding grace and charm, have a firm grasp on both the pulse of the nation and the levers of power. The monarchy has deftly woven the principle of political marriages into the nation's fabric. These unions are not merely symbolic gestures of goodwill; they carry the weight of strategic alliances, political maneuvering, and, at times, intimidation. A testament to this aggressive stance was the recent diplomatic tension between Ven and the Maxwell Tempest Federation. When the Venner monarchy proposed a marriage alliance between Princess Seraphine of Ven and Lord Alexander of the Maxwell Tempest Federation, it wasn't merely an invitation; it was a power play. Alexander's hesitance, let alone a refusal, was met with the ominous clang of war drums, emphasizing Ven's resolve to further its interests, even if it meant brandishing the sword.

Yet, beneath the politics and the show of strength, the heart of Ven beats to its unique rhythm. A land known for its distinctive vocal styles, where singers serenade listeners with their high-pitched tones, Ven takes immense pride in its cultural identity. From the aggressive architectural styles of Venner buildings to the unique instrumentation accompanying their music, every aspect of their culture resonates with their spirit. The Venners do not cut or style their hair, allowing it to flow naturally, symbolizing their innate connection with nature and perhaps, a quiet resistance to conform to global trends.

The attire of Ven is also notable. Both men and women drape themselves in distinctive clothes, a reflection of their unique identity amidst the vast Vosterra continent. Yet, stereotyping Venners isn't uncommon. The world often views them as ardent gamblers, addicted to the rush of the gamble. This stereotype, while rooted in some aspects of their recreational habits, does not define them entirely. For beneath the thrill of the dice and cards lies a society that values tradition, respects the mandates of its monarchy, and isn't afraid to assert its dominance in the larger geopolitical arena.

However, the relationship with the Maxwell Tempest Federation remains a point of contention. While the Federation, dominated by monsters, maintains a cordial façade, undercurrents of tension continually ripple. Ven's acceptance of monsters and disdain for demihumans is a dichotomy that baffles many, yet it stems from age-old beliefs and historical incidents that have ingrained these perspectives within the Venner mindset.

As Ven continues to grow and evolve, its future engagements with the Maxwell Tempest Federation and its stance on demihumans will be crucial determinants of its trajectory. Will they adapt and change, or will they remain steadfast in their beliefs? Only time will tell. For now, the kingdom stands tall, a beacon of power and tradition in the sprawling landscapes of Vosterra.