Kantouba

The flag of Kantouba

Kantouba is a smaller developing country across the Yalakan Strait from Korlan. Their population consists of Sakanise citizens of varying resemblance to fish. It is controlled by a weak government that has only recently departed from the Sakanist church. With no laws separating church and state, many political figures are consistently pushing church values.

Their current president, Ikura Doufya heavily opposes church values, which has caused new tension for Kantouban citizens.

## Etymology

Kantouba was the name of an ancient Sakanist priest of Kunogo descent, who is said to have prophesied a promised land by the sea many centuries ago. Ancient Sakanise citizens believed this to be the promised land, and named it in his honor.

## Religious Populations & Impact

### Sakanist

The Sakanist church has been present since before the country's development, having formed Kantouban culture and society completely and (As of 2053) make up 83% of Kantouba's religious population.

Sakanise as a language, Kantouban architecture, diet, and history revolve around the Sakanist church. As of 2053, the Sakanist church has been been removed as a legislative/judicial power over Kantouba. However, the Sakanist church still holds the strongest public influence over Kantouban citizens.

### Tapuanga

Following the beginning of Doufuya's presidency, the first Tapuangan church was established in Umilae, the capital of Kantouba, as part of an agreement between Kantouban and Korlanic governments.

Prior to the removal of the Sakanist church's government power, Kantouban followers of Tapuanga practiced their religion in private for fear of persecution by the Sakanist laws. In the present time, Tapuanga is practiced freely by a small 4% of the Kantouban population.

## Geography And States

Kantouba is divided into 3 states. **Umitsuna,** **Morima, & Shigopa'a.** Their capital city, **Umilae** being the heart of the state of Umitsuma.

#### Umitsuma

A seaside sandy lowland on the outskirts of Kantouba that is home of the capital city as well as most of the population.

### Morima

The inner-lands of Kantouba. Despite being so large, it only holds roughly 34.8% of the Kantouban population, as most prefer the water. Home to a large population of rich elites and followers of Shisei Sakanism.

### Shigopa'a

Currently only home to ~0.2% of Kantouba's population, Shigopa'a is a state privately owned by the Kantouban government to host a sugar & citrus plantation. This land was only recently claimed, and was previously a part of Morima. There is only one town in the entirety of the state, all businesses in this town are directly controlled by the Kantouban government and the plantation effort.

Shigopa'a is the only landlocked state in Kantouba.

## Cities

### Umilae

Umilae is the Capital city of Kantouba, located right along the beach, many of the buildings are built on wooden platforms that hang over the water. Not only is Umilae a beautiful tourist destination, but it is also known as the most progressive city in the country, as it is the first and only city in Kantouba to have established a Tapuangan church. All government buildings are located in the heart of Umilae, while restaurants and other entertainment venues surround them.

### Haleyama

Haleyama is a treetop city serving as the state capitol for Morima. Most of the houses in Haleyama are mansions, making it difficult for your average Kantouban citizen to make a good living there. Haleyama is known to be host for cult activity, but since no substantial evidence has ever been reported, rumors only spread from word of mouth.

### Kezoku

Kezoku is a small town on the outskirts of Morima with a close-knit community. The current base of operations for Kantouban military.

### Lūhanana

Lūhanana is a plantation town established in 2054 located in Shigopa'a. All establishments including markets, residences, schools, and recreation centers belong to the Kantouban government. Housing is provided to the those who work for the plantation and their families only.

## Currency

**Kantouban Yellow Notes** (Abrev. **KYN**) are thin yellow checks that are used as currency in Kantouba. They are made to resemble the yellow bird feathers that were used as currency in Kantouban ancient times.