City State of Shields

The Republic of City State of Shields is a large, devout nation, with a hard-working, intelligent population of several million.

The populations has 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 medium-sized government juggles the competing demands of Education, Defence, and Law & Order. The average income tax rate is somewhere below 50%.

A powerhouse of a private sector is led by the Automobile Manufacturing industry, followed by Information Technology and Cheese Exports.

Punitive tariffs protect local industry, a government program is underway to revitalize City State of Shields's beaches, bicyclists are banned from major roads, and the government is seen to favor Catholics. Crime -- especially youth-related -- is relatively low, thanks to the all-pervasive police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. City State of Shields's national animal is the Panada, and its currency is the sol.

On April 18, 2005 it moved to Tulugaq, an obscure area that boarders the conscious world and the spheres beyond. It is wise for travelers to enlist a guide when in the wilds of Tulugaq for many reasons. The River Yann and Kadath are two favorite points of interest for dreamers.