Markborough

Markborough is a country in the continent of Zedici, it has a border with the dark sea to the west and a border with Charkao to the east. Markborough is a Spengali nation like most other countries in Zedici, but a large amount of the population have native DNA as well. Their current military general is Ayan Smart and the President is Mark Regina.

## History

Markborough was colonized when Spengali conquerors came and claimed the land as their own. There was a native Dabatoid settlement already there but they bypassed them and the Natives eventually integrated into the Markboroughian society. Similar with what happened to the New World, immigrants from Europe flocked to the newly found lands of Central Zedici. The main immigrant groups that came to Markborough were Spaniards. Due to the sheer size of land owned by Spengali at this time and Markborough teetering on the verge of a revolution, they granted Markborough independence in 1834.

The former Dabatoid settlement mixed with the European settlers to form an entirely new group of people which we scientifically call Dabali. Dabalis have a dark to medium complexion with straight or curly black hair and brown eyes. Giving them a South Asian appearance. Markboroughians are commonly confused with Indians, although they have developed similar cultures, native Markboroughians usually have very little to no Indian descent. Although many pure European and Native populations still do exist, they are minorities. Protestantism has played a key role in how Markborough is governed. Until recently, there was no distinction between the Protestant Church and the government. Markborough has historically kept out of many Zedician conflicts, usually keeping to themselves when they can.

## Diversity in Markborough

Markborough is a diverse country in Zedici with many different ethnic and racial groups. The results of the Markboroughian 2064 census are as follows:

Markborough 2064 census Results
 White (European)
 Native Black
 East Asian
 MENA (Middle East
and North Africa)
 Other Black
 Pacific Islander (Other)

## General Facts and Information

Markborough is listed as a developed nation by the UN. They have a HDI of 0.812. They maintain one of the largest military’s on the planet but usually avoid conflict with other nations unless their hand is forced. Physically capable Markboroughians must complete 2 years of military training in case they need to be conscripted later on should a war arise. Although they usually avoid conflicts, they got involved in WWIII due to the rising threat of Zaktopia (Nicknamed Jacktopia at the time). They fought in many important battles and were on the allies side along with Joshinstreet and neighboring Charkao. They also assisted the Zaktopian rebels during the conflict providing them with monetary support and arms. They maintain good relations with almost every country in Zedici and most countries on Earth due to their peaceful demeanor. 20% of Markboroughians live below the poverty line. Many impoverished Markboroughians live in homemade metal shacks just outside the heart of bustling cities. Although the situation has gotten much better over the years as the government has pledged 500 Billion USD (250 Billion Keto) to abolishing these settlements by providing residents with social or affordable housing.