Icedragons

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Icedragons
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Flag of Icedragons
Motto: We shun jackets.
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Region The North Pacific
Capital Niada
Official Language(s) English
Leader R. Adams
Population 8 million
Currency The Shard 
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The Allied States of Icedragons is a group of seven states under a single government, located in The North Pacific.

Basic Facts

  • National Animal: The icedragon
  • UN Government Classification: Democratic Socialists
  • UN Status: Non-member

Background

The Allied States of Icedragons was founded in the month of December, year two thousand six common era. It joins together seven bordering states (Ithil, Asta, Nerokstan, Meril, Dvönn, Teron and Benarka) to form a single democratic nation, through religious practices and social expectations can differ between states. The nation was named after the icedragon - a cold-loving species of dragon - which is indigenous to all seven states, and is also the national animal.

Geography

The Allied States is located on a small-to-medium sized island in The South Pacific. The topography of the island is varied, ranging from high mountains (up to 13,200ft) to low valleys filled with lush forests. The capital, Niada, is located in a forest valley in the south-west of Ithil.

Populace

The population of the Allied States is currently at 8 million and is going nowhere but up. The citizens experience great social equality, and look down on more capitalist countries which they view as corrupt.

Industry and Economy

The Allied States enjoys a high production rate in the area of Information Technology, and the economy could be viewed as developing.

  • Gross Domestic Product (Official): $43,789,122,642
  • GDP Per Capita (Official): $5,474
  • Income Tax Rate: 40%
  • Exchange Rate: 1 shard = $0.3

Government

The government is a democratic one, with the current president being R. Adams. The presidential role is a combination of two roles - the position of leader of the nation and the People's Voice, which means that the president has an obligation to express the views of the citizens to other nations in the region.

The official government position on the United Nations is one of nonacceptance - until joining the UN becomes a more positive prospect in terms of the legislation passed, the nation sees no need to join.

Health and Social Welfare

The government places great importance on the health and welfare of the citizens, with both sections taking 19% of the yearly budget each. As such, the citizens experience great health benefits and have a high social welfare standard.

External Links

Official Page