Veridian Republic

Flag of the Veridian Republic

## Overview

The **Veridian Republic** (Veridarian: Veridi Venhroni), a sovereign state founded as the Veridian Kingdom in 75 AC, is a sprawling and dynamic nation with a rich and storied history. It's situated on the continent of Terrarion, covering an extensive land area and housing a population of approximately 15 million. At its helm is Chancellor Alexander Greyson, an assertive and charismatic leader celebrated for his unwavering commitment to the Republic.

Chancellor Greyson's leadership has overseen the transition of the Veridian Republic from a republic to a modern dictatorship. His administration has been at the forefront of a series of far-reaching reforms, reshaping the political landscape and nurturing stability and progress. The Chancellor's effective governance has led to a well-organized society and a robust economy.

The political landscape is dominated by the ruling government coalition, the Harmony Coalition, and the largest political party in the unicameral Veridian Council, the Unity Party. Despite having a vibrant political arena, Greyson has ensured that most government and military positions are accessible only to those loyal to him.

Veridia enjoys free trade and open diplomatic relations with many of its neighbors, although there are a few who remain territorially hostile or ideologically opposed to Veridia. The nation shares the most amicable relations with the countries of Nova Terra, Drakoria, Iridora, and Arkadia. However, the latter, the sole nation that shares a land border with Veridia and an imposing superpower, often rivals Veridia's might, leading to strained relations and causing much frustration among Veridians.

The Veridian Armed Forces serves as the state's military organization, divided into four branches: the Army, the Navy, the Aero Corps, and the Spellcasters. While the VAF boasts an extensive range of equipment and training, it faces challenges due to mediocre generals with little to no combat experience. Their appointments, in many cases, are influenced by nepotism and bribery. Nonetheless, the VAF remains one of the continent's most capable militaries.

Veridia's domestic economy is robust and stable, even though terrorist attacks often disrupt infrastructure, particularly in the western states where government control is weaker. Over 95% of the population is employed, and the average salary can enable an individual to purchase a medium-sized house in roughly a year and a half. This boost in economic prosperity is attributed to Greyson's authoritarian reforms, which have traded political freedoms for stability—a stark contrast to his predecessor, Ivor Braddock. Many citizens prefer this change, as it has allowed them to earn more money than they ever did during the Chaos Era, evoking memories of the Golden Era, a two-century period marked by relative peace, technological and industrial advancements, and prosperity. The Golden Era came to an end in 452 AC. However, the country suffers from a high wealth inequality, due to the government's preference of supporting the higher classes over the average citizen, making the rich richer and the poor poorer.