North Bardonia

Kingdom of North Bardonia Kingdom oz Nord Bardonia
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Capital	Carthiada
Largest	Kharibad
Official languages	Hansan, Claycian
Recognised national languages	Khari, Kieran, Arabic
Ethnic groups (2023)	Bardi Khari Hansan⠀Ofrusian⠀ Other
Religion (2022)	The Old Faith, Matheists
Demonym(s)	North-Bardonian, Bardonian
Government	Semi-Constitutional Monarchy
• King (Monarch)	Erich Leftenson
• Minister-President	Alastair Korlaw
Legislature	Parliament
• Upper house	Chamber of the Senate
• Lower house	Chamber of Commons
Population
• 2024 estimate	33,400,000
• 2019 census	32,323,892
GDP (PPP)	estimate
• Per capita	10,274
GDP (nominal)	estimate
• Total	332,121,032,198
Gini (2021)	49.9 high
HDI (2024)	0.842 very high
Currency	Krown-Sterling (KR)
Date format	dd/mm/yyyy
Driving side	left
Calling code	+899
Internet TLD	.nb

The Grand Kingdom of North-Bardonia (Gründ Kingdom oz Nörd-Bardönia) commonly known as the North-Bardonia, is a country located in Magnaterra, consisting of 21 states and a federal territory. At (Blank)million square miles (Blank) million square kilometers). With a population of over 22 million. The national capital is Carthiada and the most populous city is Khariabad.

Etymology

The name of North Bardonia comes from the Hansan Colonizers. Using the Artevenian word for ‘valuable’ Burdoni came the Hansan word Bardonjia, many Hansan explorers thing that he land south of the peninsula would be valuable they named the land were they first colonized (now called the Syclaian Coast) Nord ov Bardonjia (North of Value). This would evolve into, as the Hansan-Carthiadan traders would say Nord Bardonjia. Once receiving independence from Hansa after nearly two hundred years of being under Hansas foot and its ties to the resources of the east that name of Nord Bardonjia would stick. Evolving into to its modern Claycian name of Nörd-Bardönia.

History

Prehistory and Ancient History

Beginning roughly 160,000 thousand years ago the people of the East Magnaterra naturally moved west for more land. This ‘Slow Migration’ eventually to the nomadic Kowri people to settle in the North of North Bardonia continuing a nomadic lifestyle over the vibrant lands. Around 100,000 years ago another group of people coming instead from the west begin the ‘Second Slow Migration’, these people called the Bedouin which continues to roam in the south to this day chose the western coast to settle. Yet again nearly 50,000 years ago another group coming from the east escaping persecution arrived in a ‘Third Slow Migration’ to take over the adió al parts of the Western Coastline. During this time early settlements have been noted dotting around the coast, the oldest of which, know as ‘Mothbridge’ is dated to around 32,000 years ago.

A settlement on the coast dated around 4500 BCE to 4000 BCE

In more recent history around 2000 B.C.E. The first Old Faith settlers fleeing from persecution in the north crossed the Straits of Fate in the nation of what’s known known as Jaredistan and Tribia where a short passage allowed for small rafts to cross the Penitusian allowing many peoples to travel into the region of Western Magnaterra. These settlers chose to move east and eventually discovered themselves in the ‘Carthia’ (Promised) River Valley. Here, where the Carthia meet the sea they built a dozen towns in the delta (ada) of the river and began using agriculture and aquaculture naming this area the Promised Delta (Carthiada). Slowly as Carthiada expanded the people within it would be divided into towns where each town would via for food, land, trade and weapons.

Carthiada

Around thousand five hundred years the settlement was established a group of northern Kowri people raided Carthiada, destroying many of the towns and settlements and in combination with major flooding the following year much of the towns and crops were destroyed. In order to counteract the events of the previous year and with the supposed coming of a saint of the knowing, Saint Martin of the Water, the city build walls surrounding itself and built large scale farms going up the river. St Martin helped build the first lighthouse and then became the city’s first Archpriest and built the Cathedral of Carthiada (also know as the Cathedral of St Martin of the Water).

Bust of Polemarch Draka (1902) overseeing the army of Carthiada.

Following the completion of the dock in 500 BCE Carthiada began rapidly expanding and conquer surrounding areas as well as becoming a trading empire in the eastern Penitusian Sea. This age of rapid expansion would grow under the Hegemony (and its Hegemons) with its connection to Biggonia in the city of Chabendar in 150 CE. This age was overseen by the greatest General of North Bardonia and Carthiada, Polemarch Ispilheous Draka.

In the 200 CE following the fall of Chabendar the Long Decline of Carthiada would begin.

The slow collapse of the Carthiadan Empire from the 3rd century to the 12th century first major action would be the Sack of Carthiada in 302 by Carthiada main regional rival, Deims Kir, would lead to the creation of Khari language and Kharistan as a whole. Follow major military defeats in the subject states of Carthiada to it west it would begin the age of piracy to supplement lack of trade. These raids would pester much of the Penitusian coast and were a principal part of the downfall of Carthiada as a trade power. As the nations around it grew more aggressive and the once mighty Carthiadan fleet was depleting after loses and lack of wood to restore the fleet.

It was here in the early 850’s that the an Plutocratic Oligarchy would form, lead by the Polemarch, a once meaningful position as the leader of the armies now lowered to a state of de jure leader of the state. The Council of State (Cöincil oz Stadt) was the real power behind the collapsing and deteriorating state of Carthiada. Across its peninsula was the only major Carthiadan controlled port not located in the Carthia Sea (Promised Sea) was Krondor (Crowns Gate). Krondor in 862 would declare independence and form its own republic establishing itself as a trading port much like Ancient Carthiada.

Dark Age

For the next 400 years many minor wars were fought as the decline of the Southern North Bardonian peninsula occurred. In the north the blooming Sultanate of Kharistan and it rival in the Mathetists Republic of Cordo Fa (foreshadowing the rise of Mathetism in North Bardonia) allowed both states to advance heavily but both were pinned by the Uiortel mountains and the Penitusian Sea. All the states of the peninsula would be devastated by the Plague of 902, Plague of 1086, and the Plague of 1198.

After the plagues the Mathetist in southern Amnis and Cordo Fa were looking hungry the Carthia River and the Esdean River which provided bountiful food and place to spread Christianity. Specifically the Archbishop of Cordo Fa called for crusades to take control over Kharistan and Carthiada. This began the First Crusades (from 1203-1221) and the Inquisition (1218-1302).

The First Crusade saw the Mathetist states move southwards, bypassing The Sultanate of Kharistan and heading straight for the major cities of Forthlanding and establishing numerous city states (including Piortel and Uiortel) along the way. These city states would expel and execute Non-Mathetists as a part of the Inquisition. The First Crusade would also see the rise of the Principality of Coulthal and it ruling the Dynasty: The Solen.

As the south became more united over the aftermath of the First Crusade the longstanding house of Leftenson would gain there first Nobel title, Earl of Oxbow, in the aftermath of the Tomas Leftenson leading Carthiada’s militas to victory at the Battle of Oxbow. As skirmishes intensified in the aftermath of the First Crusade eventually lead to the Second Crusade (1256-1267).

The Second Crusade was more interesting than the First Crusade as there was a lot of military and economic buildup to the Crusade. Bishops in Piortel and Uiortel called for war whilst the Bishop of Forthlanding called against (before being burned as a Heretic). In the south a ‘League of the Knowing’ was formed against the ‘Mathetists League’ of the north. This war would last over ten years with numerous minor battles and skirmishes which would slowly degrade the quality of troops. Its aftermath with the beginning of a dark age which would last for over 500 years would begin.

During the 1400’s and 1500’s numerous traders and pirates would come across the Bardonian coasts. Trading and bring glimpse of prosperity that had once been. Several sacking occurred from 1543 to 1562 wheee much of the population of North Bardonia fled inland. This down period of Bardonian Civilisation became know as the ‘Ravine of Civilisation’ or ‘The Little Dark Age’.

“Why do we die… why do we burn… why does civilisation fall…. Only the Knowing may know and that is our destined path” -A Time of Tribulation, Magistrate Egmund (1592), Libraries of the Old Faith

It was also around this time that the philosophers, monks, priests, and fellows of the Old Faith realized the the organised coastal settlements was too much of a threat to the Old Faithers and the threat of stealing ancient knowledge was very threatening. They chose to fortifying a large mountain settlement close to Carthiada, they called this fortress library Carthiayer Today it remains as the spiritual head of the Old Faith and it’s highest authority the Magisterium.

Demographics

Population

Official Census:

1900: 8,321,573

1910: 11,121,012

1920: 14,843,123

1930: 15,242,482

1940: 16,974,232

1950: 17,756,921

1960: 19,835,212

1970: 21,923,922

1980: 23,343,565

1990: 24,646,932

2000: 26,829,232

2010: 29,712,673

2020: 31,323,892

Estimated: 2030: 34,121,183

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Religion

The Religion of North Bardonia are;

33% The Old Faith

31% Christianity

-21% Protestant

-10% Catholic

28% Ṣūlism

6% Taeatanism

1.2% Irreligious

0.8% Other

Religion in North Bardonia has always been a conscientious topic, with innumerable wars fought over Faith. Even in modern times faith affects politics and economic standing. Alongside countless other issues Religon is one the presents a major challenge to overcome.

The Old Faith

The Old Faith is the largest religious organisation in North-Bardonia and is also the oldest. The diaspora of Old Faithers outside of North Bardonia is mainly cantered in Domlandian, [TBD] and [TBD]. Established roughly 4500 B.C. in Central Vabas. The followers of the Faith for a number of reasons, particularly famine in the region, war and religious persecution chose to leave the safety of Central Vabas and journey south towards the Vabas Strait. From there they traveled towards modern day Carthiada and established the great city on the Carthia River. This, the Carthia River, is truly the heartland of the Old Faith.

The Religious doctrine of the Old Faith centres around there Deity, the Knowing. The Knowing main teachings to its followers is to enjoy the earth and the blessings the Knowing has provided and enjoy the act of learning about the world. The Knowings core tenets excluding the main practice of enjoying the world are codified in the Book of St. Martin; the doctrine requires the worship of the Knowing in the form of prayer and not to bring harm to self and of course help those and aid those who can’t help themselves.

Health

Healthcare in North Bardonia is handled by the Department of Health and it affiliated Ministries in the Provinces. The DoH operates all General Hospitals and supplies equipment whilst the ministries hire the staff for the GH’s and provided staff for clinics.

The DoH has allowed privatisation for Apothecaries, Clinics, and large hospitals with North Bardonia. Currently the DoH operates three Medical Colleges (one in Carthiada, one in Khariabad and one in Coulthel), these medical colleges teach nurses and doctors to fill the DoH’s General Hospital’s. The DoH in total runs 486 General Hospitals with and additional 34 under construction.

The private sectors currently operates 28 total General Hospitals with large amounts of small, licensed Apothecaries. Medicine and Drugs are managed by the DoH’s Registration and Licensing Office and prescriptions are required for some medication.

Changes to the healthcare system to prevent striking has been implemented (Bill W-1) after the disastrous consequences of the 2018 Solidarity Health Union Strikes. The DoH is currently working to reform much of the healthcare apparatus to improve its quality of service for all North Bardonians.

Education

Education in North-Bardonia is handled by the Department of Education and it subsidiary Ministries in the Provinces of North Bardonia. The educational North Bardonia is both within Private and Public domain with Charter Schools (Also known as private schools) allowed to operate with a permit and inspection from the DoE) in addition with Private Universities.

Preschool (Ages 2 and a half to 4) and Daycare (Ages 6 Months to 2 and a half) are not provided by the government but can be provided by provincial government ministries but nation wide the government will provide pay for half of the cost of Preschool and Daycare.

Primary Education: Primary Education is universally covered by the Government, primary school is giving to children aged 5-9 going from Year 1 to Year 5. Classes are normally made up of 18-22 student. The grading system for Primary Education is:

Level 1: No Understanding

Level 2: Shows Comprehension

Level 3: Meeting

Level 4: Exceeds Expectations

Level 5: Masters

The subjects taught in Primary School is Claycian, History, Geography, Maths, Music, Science, Physical Education, Home & Life Education (HLE), Art, Computer Science, and Library Lesson. The BASIC Curriculum allow people with certain brackets of understanding be aiding in advancing (see above grading system) to the next bracket and beyond within school. Homework is not assigned in this year.

Secondary Education: Secondary education is universally covered and is made up of two stages, Junior (10-13) and Senior (14-18).

In the Junior Stage (Year 6-8) students focus on all primary subjects but if they can do Advanced Maths and Advanced Sciences if their comprehension of those subjects in the previous years were high.. In addition the study Khari (compulsory) and a choice of either Hansan or Ofrusian are given to students in addition with Design & Technology, Business and Entrepreneurial Studies and HLE becomes Home, Life and Sex Education (HLSE).

The second stage (Senior) of Secondary Education focuses in the upcoming a CORE Exams, you will take two CORES, one at the end of Year 10 and one at the end of Year 12. In the first CORE Bardi, Maths, and Science are mandatory with a smaller variety of subjects (all subjects listed above) so as to narrow down options and in the second you have your pick of a wide variety of subjects. These subject include; Claycian, Khari, Hansan, Ofrusian, Daresin, Advanced Math, Math, Physics, Biology, Chemistry, Combined Science, Geography, History, Art, Music, History of the Arts (Theatre, Music, Art) Design and Technology, Business and Economics, Debating and Drama, Computer Science, and Psychology. CORES are grading differently to all other test going from 1-10:

Level 1: Fail

Level 2: Improve Working

Level 3: Showing Comprehension

Level 4: Working Well

Level 5: Meeting Expectation

Level 6: Surpasses Expectations

Level 7: Exceeds Expectations

Level 8: Excels all Expectations

Level 9: Mastering

Level 10: Mastered

University’s are divided into three ‘sets’ nationwide; Technical Schools, Colleges, and Universities. These are perimeters for joining each individual School, College or University decided by The University Board. Universities are run by provinces, cities, or private organisations and provide Loans and Scholarships for entering but these aren’t provided by the government. College are also provided by private, provincial, or city level and are provide loans and scholarships but are normally cheaper. Technical Colleges are government funded institutions which are overseen by a Board, students will have to pay small tuition fees for entry.

Politics

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Political Divisions

There are 12 provinces in the Kingdom of North Bardonia. Each province has it own legislative assembly and Head of Government and a Head of State (normally either a Nobel House or Provincial President).

Duchy of Lughansk:

The Duchy of Lughansk has a Chief Minister (currently Adalbert Havar) and a Duke, currently Duke Phillip I Leftenson. The Duchies capital is Lordsfoutain.

Principality of Kharistan:

Parties and Elections

Legislature

The Parliament of North-Bardonia (Parliämentar oz Nörd-Bardönia) is made up three body’s; Chamber of the Senate, Chamber of Commons, and Chamber of Notables. The tricameral status of North Bardonia allows for a balance of power between the People, States, Clergy, Nobility and the King. The Commons, as it called is headed by the Minister-President (Ministerat-Prezidant) who is the head of the largest Party and the Government.

The Commons is the largest body and has the most legislative power passing bills, acts, and laws without much oversight from the two other houses. This is unless of course the King wishes the Senate to review a law in which a vote is called in the Senate (and for amendments and legislation involving the provinces) which is then passed to the Notables (also for amendments). The King has the most important role in the Notables and enforces the influences the votes in the Notables.

Interestingly the Constitution ignores the succession of females to the throne and instead only refers to the monarch as “King” which lead to a Male Primogeniture being inshrined as law.

List of Parties:

Democratic Front:

A far left party representing ethnic minorities and regional rights its is a strong advocate for regional autonomy and is the only Republican Party in North Bardonia. The current leader of the party is Kharistani Toulson Meir. The main aim of the party is to decentralise North Bardonia and establish a ‘confederation’ of states and benefiting the minorities in North Bardonia.

Green Party:

A continuation of the previous iteration of the Green Party the party stands for promoting environmentalism and development of renewable energy alongside boosting environmental awareness and socialistic practices. The party is headed by a collective leadership and is popular amongst Gen Z voters.

Socialist Bund (Alliance of Socialists and 120 Trade Unions):

Representing the traditional socialist left the party is a merger of the Trade Unions and the traditional socialist elements. Also called Socialist-120 the party is headed by Morenia Haleen and is popular amongst all ages representing the majority of leftists within North Bardonia.

Social Democratic Party:

The Social Democrats represent the Center-Left of North Bardonia and have recently made a rise in politics after their split with the Socialist Bund after internal disagreements. The party wants social security and public healthcare and is headed by Ahmed Sutler.

Liberal Party:

Headed by Alistair Korlaw the Liberal Party is currently the governing party of North-Bardonia alongside their coalition partner, LOJ. The party represents the traditional Liberalism and Centrist view that have remained popular amongst intellectuals and the center. Additionally the party is the ‘Kings Choice’ meaning the party has the Mandate of the King.

Law Order and Justice Party:

Lead by Tomas Keirlen the Law Order and Justice Party represents just that: Law and Order. A traditional centre right party it strongly advocates to maintain the status quo and wants to end the fight against the growing drug crisis.

Union for the Nation:

The main Conservative party after splitting for the Social Conservatives after they bowed to the Young Nationalists. Currently lead by Noor Hetmal after snap leadership election in the aftermath of the 2023 general election.

Young Nationalist Party:

Representing the far right the leadership of the party hangs in the balance as the Liberal Goverment has conducted several investigations into the party after they had discovered ties organised crime and domestic terrorists. The party is ultraconservative and nationalistic.

National Syndicalist Party:

Representing the ideology of National Syndicalism the party has polled steady and is a strong advocate of far right ideals and the party has managed to maintain its distance from the Young Nationalist maintaining its popularity. The party is lead by Alexander Herns.

Law

The legal system of North Bardonia is a complicated web of interwoven institutions and articles that align to form a legal framework of North Bardonia. Courts are chosen by an independent guild that also anoints High Court members with the Kings Approval (The Kings Seal). With this independent guild the legal system is established around it. The government has to major legal offices that influence the courts: The Prosecutor-General and the Inspector-General. The former organizes trials alongside the guild and orders the beginning of investigations (through the Inspector-General) and is the only office that may authorize arrest of Parliamentarians. The latter office is responsible for the investigation of crimes and gathering evidence and works closely with the constabulary. It also operates its own federal investigative service: The Inspection Office.

Courts normally assign one Judge, two Attorneys and a Jury alongside legal counsel to both sides. The courts are very long in most cases and inquire large legal fees which the guild uses to pay for trials and other procedures. Interestingly the courts are not paid by tax dollars instead by the legal fee’s and ownership of the property of the Courthouses.

Another office of power is that of the Attorney-General which is responsible for ensuring the punishment and enforcement of the verdict and post and pre court proceedings to ensure the defendant and prosecution are prepared for court and follow the verdict by contacting different offices within the government.

Foreign Relations

North Bardonia is currently a member of both the Vasbian Union (VU) and the Magnaterran Economic Community (MEC). North Bardonia is also royally tide to Buchbach, through the royal marriages of Clarissa Leftenson to Orion and Philip Leftenson to Ethel.

Visa, Foreign Relations and Trade Status

Country	Visa	Trade	Embassy
Tayichi	No-Visa	Normal Trade	Active
Biggonia	Reconsider Travel	Normal Trade	Active
Papalania	Visa	Normal Trade	Active
Domlandia	Reconsider Travel	Normal Trade	Establishing
Thauto	Visa	Free Trade	Active
Hansa Federation	Visa	Free Trade	Active
Dolplandia	High Restrictions	No Trade	Closed

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Military

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Army

Legions; 11, (Each 10,000 men)

-Rat (Special Forces/International Corp)

-Hawk (Paratrooper)

-Falcon (Paratrooper)

-Mouse (Land)

-Lion (Land)

-Fox (Armoured)

-Spear (Mechanized)

-Sword (Mechanized)

-Shield (Special Forces)

-Orca (Marines)

-Kings (Royal Guards)

The Command structure of the Legions;

General Staff;

-Warmaster (Commander of the Legion), Kreigcommandt

-Legate, (Commander of 5000 men) Lëgator

-Centurion (Commander of 1000 men) Cënturioner

Commissioned Officers;

-Field Commander (500 men) Fiëld Commandanterr

-Major Commander (250 men) Majör Commandanterr

-Major (100 men) Majör

-Lieutenant Major (50 men) Lieutenanterr Majör

Non Commissioned Officers;

-Captain (25 men) Captain

-Sergeant (5 men) Sërgeantherr

Soldiers

-Private, Privatherr

(Special) Field Officers

-Intelligence Officer, Inteloffherr

-Special Commandant, Special Commandanterr

Navy

The North-Bardonian Navy Size

5 cruisers

24 submarines

6 light cruisers

12 frigates

5 destroyers

1 aircraft carrier

12 transports

38 Heavy Ekranoplans

42 Light Ekranoplans

Air and Space Force

Airforce Size

252 4th Generation Fighter

121 4th Generation CAS

59 4th Generation Bombers

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Law Enforcement and Crime

Some large criminal organisations include the Biggonian Mafia, The Mob, Triads and the numerous Gangs that are scattered around North Bardonia. Each of these criminal organisations have large activities in major cities and operate a illicit drug trade which has been crippling the nation since 2018. A majority of the drugs traded include: Cocaine, Heroine, Opioids and Peyote. A special task force within the Royal Constabulary has been tasked with dealing with drugs (Royal Constabulary Drug Task Force).

The Royal Constabulary operates in association with Local Constabulary departments as a organisation above the local level with jurisdiction nationwide to pursue criminals. Local constabulary departments are headed by Chiefs whilst city/county constabulary are headed by Chief-General. Head of Law Enforcement nationwide is headed by the Constable-General but reports to the Home Secretary. Criminal after trail are sent to prisons nationwide wide which are handled by Royal Constabulary, additionally all criminals are mandated to go to therapy and parole for as many months as the Judge deems necessary.

Economy

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North Bardonian Petroleum (NBP)

North Bardonian Petroleum (NBP) is a state-owned petroleum company headquartered in the vibrant city of Carthiada, located in the country of North-Bardonia. Established in 1936, NBP was founded with the primary objective of harnessing the vast petroleum resources within the west of North-Bardonia and leveraging them to fuel the nation's economic growth.

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Infrastructure

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Culture

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Literature, Philosophy, and Visual Art

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Architecture

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Cuisine

The cuisine of North Bardonia is diverse, influenced by its varied geography. Coastal regions offer a rich seafood selection, featuring dishes like grilled fish and shellfish. In the arid south, there's a focus on hearty, spiced meats, reflecting the desert environment. The mountainous central and northern areas contribute to a mix of green and arid influences, resulting in a cuisine that includes both fresh, mountain-inspired salads and robust, earthy stews.

Music

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Cinema

The North Bardonian cinema scene is dominated by the two cities of Cordo Fa and Uiortel. Both host annual Film Festivals with Cordo Fa in August and Uiortel in January that bring numerous filmmakers and film stars from around the world to the two cities. Several large studios own large film locations in the Uiortel Range and within the two cities. The ‘home grown’ film industry had recently exploded with innumerable smaller studios taking up home in Uiortel and Cordo Fa.

Interestingly Cordo Fa and Uiortel are home to two contrasting film styles. Cordo Fa is a hub of animation and CGI whilst Uiortel is a hub of live-action. Even in genres Cordo Fa proves to prefer child friendly and the more traditional film genres whilst Uiortel is more centred towards adult genres such as action, thriller and horror.

Sports

In North Bardonia sports depends a lot on where you were born. Inland and in major cities the most popular sports are Baseball, Football, and Tennis. Baseball completions have been held since the 19th Century and had helped created a unique North Bardonian Cultural Identity whilst under Hansan Occupation. Football gained a presence in the 1940’s during a time of economic growth, tennis as a sport of the elite has also been around since the 19th Century. On the coast Sailing, Golfing, and Water Polo take prevalence. Sailing is one of the more popular water sports in North Bardonia with lots of funding by private groups going into Sail North Bardonia (SNB) and the newly reformed Royal Sailing Authority (RSA). Numerous youth programs are sponsored by the RSA and the National Sailing team is sponsored by both RSA and SNB.