Nim-Estel

The Democratic Republic of Nim-Estel is a small, devout nation, renowned for its compulsory military service. Its compassionate, hard-working, intelligent population of 8 million have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.

The large government juggles the competing demands of Religion & Spirituality, Education, and Social Welfare. The average income tax rate is 23%. A large private sector is led by the Gambling industry, followed by Cheese Exports and Woodchip Exports.

Voting is voluntary, punitive tariffs protect local industry, and education and welfare spending are on the rise. Crime -- especially youth-related -- is relatively low. Nim-Estel's national animal is the pheonix and its currency is the silver dollar.