Toowongland

**Toowongland** is a country in the Eldarinthil continent. Toowongland is a secular-state vampire's republic.

## History

### Portuguese settlement in Toowongland

European colonisation of Southeastern Toowongland began in 1511 with Martim Afonso de Souza. The first European settlement of Toowongland occurred in 1533, when Estevão Lima established a settlement named Alves (this city is now named Mullaghroe) in an area that is now the Canton of Linmill.

### Spanish settlement in Toowongland

The first Spanish settlement in Toowongland was established in 1571 in the Canton of Gerald under the name Peralta (this settlement is now the city of Dunhill). The current capital city of Toowongland, Bergholm, was established in 1593 by the Spanish.

### Dutch settlement in Toowongland

The presence of Dutch came into Toowongland starting in 1617. The first Dutch settlement in Toowongland is Lutjelo (now Lutello).

### Toowongland under British control

Under the 1721 Treaty of Bournemouth signed by Portugal, Spain, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom, the areas of Toowongland occupied by Portugal, Spain and the Netherlands were ceded to Britain. Britain would rule the entirety of Toowongland right up until Toowongland gained independence in 1771.

### Toowongland as an independent country

In 1771, Toowongland gained independence from Britain. In 1777, Toowongland became a vampire's republic.

## Description

### Languages

The official and dominant language in Toowongland is English - Toowongian English is a variety of English spoken in Toowongland.

### Currency

The currency of Toowongland is Toowongian Dollar ($).

### Capital city

The capital city of Toowongland is Bergholm.

## Geography

Toowongland is an island country and is bordered by the city-state of Ludwigstein to the south.

### Cantons of Toowongland

Toowongland is divided into 33 cantons:

* Canton of Agalling (canton capital: Hireloin)
* Canton of Aine (canton capital: Aine)
* Canton of Arkford (canton capital: Cherrylenne)
* Canton of Baleland (canton capital: Bale)
* Canton of Bergholm (canton capital: Bergholm (also the country's capital city))
* Canton of Blackell (canton capital: Blackell-en-Pays)
* Canton of Braige (canton capital: Braige)
* Canton of Fraitonlough (canton capital: Fraitonlough)
* Canton of Garlicton (canton capital: Munstpoll)
* Canton of Gerald (canton capital: Dunhill)
* Canton of Gladesbone (canton capital: Howl's Castle)
* Canton of Harwick (canton capital: Thrittenbow)
* Canton of Iclamvall (canton capital: Lasagnaville)
* Canton of Jane (canton capital: Elsingberry)
* Canton of Killarney (canton capital: Kirkland)
* Canton of Kilwick (canton capital: Humphrey)
* Canton of Moncton (canton capital: Liesthal-on-Munck)
* Canton of New Charles (canton capital: Mellento)
* Canton of New Noceda (canton capital: New Clontarf)
* Canton of Olsen (canton capital: Piedburgh)
* Canton of Patchling (canton capital: Upper Hoithwell)
* Canton of Port Upper (canton capital: Port Upper)
* Canton of Saint Tail (canton capital: Saint Tail)
* Canton of Sertania (canton capital: Clonashannon)
* Canton of Sherbrooke (canton capital: Eastbury)
* Canton of Signata (canton capital: Dramont)
* Canton of Sluthing (canton capital: Baklilla)
* Canton of Toowong (canton capital: Toowong (also the largest city in Toowongland))
* Canton of Trurie (canton capital: Tuffault)
* Canton of Virgine (canton capital: Elthamston)
* Canton of Walthings (canton capital: Crinche)
* Canton of Withenburg (canton capital: Rosenton)
* Canton of Wolferstaine (canton capital: Worlingmink)

## Transport

### Air

The flag carrier of Toowongland is Toowongland Bat Air. It was founded in 1923, and the logo contains a vampire bat with a landing wheel. The vampire bat symbolises Toowongland as a vampire's republic. The destinations branch out to countries like Enchancia, Lilletland, Kawagoeland, Terrenceland, Aliceland, Malaysia, United States, Canada, Romania and East Asia.

Toowongland has never put up a short-haul flight ban, but domestic flights in Toowongland were largely phased out from the 1960s-1990s because they caused too much environmental damage compared to long-distance rail travel and long-distance bus travel. The only domestic flights in Toowongland are those that fly to the city of Upper Hoithwell, as the city is in the island state of Kilwick, which is hard to reach by road or railway.

### Railways

Toowongland Railways is Toowongland's state-owned railway company and has an extensive rail network that serves all cantons of Toowongland. Toowongland Railways has 96% of its network electrified: the high electrification of the network is due to fossil fuels being expensive.

There are seven train classes:

* **Interregional Express (IRE)**: The highest train class of the Toowongland Railways; skips more stations than an Interregional train. Maximum speeds: 200-220 km/h.
* **Interregional (IR)**: Trains that run "from region to region" (i.e. from one canton to another canton). Maximum speed: 180-200 km/h.
* **Regional Express (RE)**: Regional trains that run express and skip more stations.
* **Regional (R)**: Regional trains that stop all stations, except within the Suburban or Interurban networks, which stop only at selected stations.
* **Suburban (S)**: Refers to a rail service in Toowongland that connects the suburbs of a city to the city centre, often with frequent stops at various stations along the way, but also usually excluding most stations served by the Interurban network. Most operated by Toowongland Railways.
* **Interurban (L)**: Refers to typically electrically powered rail systems in Toowongland that connect cities or towns within a region (especially the canton). Some operated by Toowongland Railways.
* **Metro (U)**: Refers to typically electrically powered rail systems in Toowongland that are built to serve only one city. Not operated by Toowongland Railways.

### Roads

Toowongland has an extensive paved road network. However, petrol and diesel are expensive, generally costing around $2.15 per litre for petrol and $2.20 per litre for diesel.

Some of the scenic routes that can be explored by car include the Wineries' Drive and the Hepildon Mountain Pass.

Routes are given numbers according to the following:

* **M roads**: The M roads, also known as motorways, are high-capacity roads designed for fast and efficient travel over long distances. Motorways typically have limited access points and are built to accommodate high-speed traffic. In Toowongland, the M roads represent the highest level of road infrastructure and are prioritized for long-distance travel. However, it is worth noting that in some cases, the M road designation may not be signposted if the corresponding E road number is more well-known and widely recognized by the public.
* **A roads**: The A roads refer to primary highways, which are major routes connecting important cities, towns, and regions within Toowongland. These roads have a significant role in the national transportation network and generally offer a higher level of service compared to lower-ranked road categories. A roads are typically well signposted and provide essential connections for both local and regional travel.
* **B roads**: The B roads complement the primary A roads in Toowongland's road network. They provide additional connectivity to smaller towns, rural areas, and regions that are not directly served by the A roads. B roads are generally of a slightly lower standard than A roads, but they still offer a relatively good level of infrastructure and maintenance. These roads may have fewer lanes and lower speed limits compared to A roads. They are signposted with their respective B road numbers.
* **C roads**: The C roads in Toowongland are designed to link smaller settlements, such as villages and hamlets, to the wider road network. These roads are typically of a lower standard, with narrower lanes and lower traffic volumes. C roads provide local access and are essential for connecting remote and less densely populated areas. They are signposted with their corresponding C road numbers.
* **E roads**: The E roads in Toowongland's road network are part of the Trans-Eldarinthil Road Network, which serves as a major transportation route connecting various countries and regions within the continent of Eldarinthil. The E roads are of significant importance and are often part of international road networks. In Toowongland, the E400 series is allocated to the country, indicating its integration with the broader continental transportation system.

#### Number plates

Number plates in Toowongland consist of the two-letter code for the canton followed by a serial number up to six digits. This system was introduced in 1900 and is still in use today.