San Ba

Republic of San Ba 三八
Flag National seal
Motto: Juéqiào!
Anthem: The Silver Star
Map of San Ba
Status	Independent State
Capital	Xiàmian
Demonym(s)	Sanbanese
Government	Unitary semi-presidential constitutional republic
• President	Thelonious D'Ran
• Premier	Sophie Elsby
Legislature	Legislative Yuan
Area
• Total	182,292 km2 (70,383 sq mi)
Population
• 2005 census	17,660,000
Currency	Sanbanese Yuan (SBY)
Date format	dd/mm/yyyy
Driving side	right
Internet TLD	.sb

San Ba (“三八”), officially the Republic of San Ba, is an independent state in Europa on Eurth. Because the country is on an island, San Ba shares a no land borders. Nearby neighbours include Ide Jima and Koku to the north across the Paraia Bay, Orioni to the southeast across the Rosario Sea, Tamurin and Rekamgil to the southwest. The climate in San Ba is mostly defined as a Mediterranean climate (Csa in the east; Csb in the west, across from Koku). San Ba has a hard-working, intelligent population of approximately 17.66 million, and an area of 182,292 square kilometres (70,383 sq mi). Xiàmian is the capital city of the country.

San Ba is a presidential republic The country is first mentioned as (2nd paragraph. Short history in 1 sentence. Link with present in 1 sentence.) The current head of state is President Thelonious D'Ran.

In the late 1950s, after the Long War ended, San Ba experienced a period of strong economic growth. The Sanbanese economy is very export-oriented, with a major focus on innovation, research and development, making significant contributions to machinery and electronics. San Ba was an active member of the Europan Commercial Alliance since its inception in 1954, but declined to join its successor organisation the Entente of Oriental States.

Geography

The Republic of San Ba is located on an island in Europa, a continent on the planet Eurth. The country's total area is 182,292 square kilometres (70,383 square miles).

The country does not share any land borders due to its insular nature. Its nearby neighbours include Ide Jima and Koku to the north across the Paraia Bay, Orioni to the southeast across the Rosario Sea, Tamurin and Kotowari to the southwest.

Biology

San Ba has a Mediterranean climate, with the east classified as a Hot-summer Mediterranean climate (Köppen climate classification: Csa) and the west as a Warm-summer Mediterranean climate (Köppen climate classification: Csb).

The country's national animal is the hunting caracal. However, this species is currently on the brink of extinction due to widespread deforestation, indicating a major environmental challenge for the country.)

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  Hunting caracal in $PersonName National Park.

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  Three palm trees during the sunset.

Cities

Xiàmian, the capital city of the Republic of San Ba, is situated in the northern region of the island. Named after the Sanbanese word for "under the sky," Xiàmian is renowned for its skyline that harmoniously blends modern architectural marvels with traditional Sanbanese structures. The city is a bustling metropolis of around 3 million inhabitants and serves as the political, economic, and cultural heart of the nation. Xiàmian is home to the Presidential Palace, the seat of government, and the Legislative Yuan, where laws are debated and passed. The city's central district, called the Pearl District, is the main commercial hub, housing major corporations' headquarters and the San Ba Stock Exchange. The city is also known for its extensive public parks and green spaces, a testament to its commitment to urban sustainability. Xiàmian's historic quarter is a ANESCO World Heritage Site, featuring well-preserved buildings from the Shō Dynasty and ancient Penglai period. The renowned Pah-Tay Castle, once the seat of the Shō Dynasty, is now a major tourist attraction.

Located on the northwestern coast of San Ba, Part Zayton is the country's primary port city and gateway to the Paraia Bay. With a population of around 1.5 million people, Port Zayton is known for its vibrant maritime culture, historical landmarks, and seafood cuisine. Port Zayton's harbour is one of the largest and busiest in Europa, handling a significant percentage of San Ba's exports and imports. The city's economy is heavily based on trade, shipbuilding, and fishing industries. The Zayton Fish Market, held daily at dawn, is a popular destination for both locals and tourists who seek the freshest catch of the day. The city is also home to the San Ba Maritime Museum, which showcases the country's naval history, and the iconic Lighthouse of Zayton, a symbol of the city's maritime heritage. The lighthouse provides a stunning view of the cityscape against the backdrop of the Paraia Bay. Despite its modern amenities, Port Zayton retains much of its historical charm with cobbled streets, ancient sailor taverns, and the well-preserved Old Town district, a reminder of its storied past.

History

King Fo Shō.

Izmine-general $name.

Remains of Pah-Tay Castle.

(Something to do with the Long War.)

• Related to Golden River civilisation which flows into the nearby Paraia Bay. Influenced by Three Kingdoms of Koku, Ide Jima and Jaihu.
• 7th century: First mentioned as Penglai. Tied into Pearl Road network.
• 1400s: In the 15th century, Duke Fo Shō succeeded in unifying the island. He became the first king of the Shō Dynasty, establishing his capital at Pah-Tay Castle near Xiàmian. His reign was a period of great peace and relative prosperity. During this period, many people from the Three Kingdoms moved to San Ba to engage in business or serve the government. King Fo Shō abdicated in favour of his son, Yuo Shō, who advanced technological and diplomatic relations. Much of the kingdom's administration was developed under his rule.
• 1600s: Several centuries later, under king Yae Shō, the country was invaded by the Izmine clan of Ide Jima. In April $16XX, one hundred war-junks carrying 2,000 soldiers crossed the Paraia Bay. They landed on the northern peninsula near Xiàmian. The invaders defeated the king's advanced guard at Nakit Castle. They marched on to Xiàmian, captured Pah-Tay Castle, and King Yaa Shō. Priceless cultural treasures were looted and taken to Ide Jima. As a result of the war, the San Ba came under direct rule of the Izmine clan.
• 18th century: Reorganised under the new Ide Jiman imperial system.
• 19th century: Semi-independent, because reasons?
• 20th century: Affected by Long War. When the Long War ended, Emperor Mitsuhiran III fled to San Ba. In 1982, Artakai I departed San Ba to reclaim the Ide Jiman imperial throne. For their support, San Ba was reported with full independence. Also in 1982, Thubani votes to join San Ba.
• 1985: To keep its resurgent neighbours at bay, the government of San Ba enshrined a clause of “Eternal Neutrality” into its constitution. This is the main reason the country voted not to join the Entente of Oriental States in 2006.

Politics

President D'Ran meets Chairman Ping of the SSI.

Premier Elsby.

(WIP. The small, pro-business government juggles the competing demands of Defence, Education, and Commerce. Crime, especially youth-related, is crippling, probably because of the country's utter lack of prisons. Merged with Thubani in 1982.)

Economy

(WIP. A powerhouse of a private sector is led by the Information Technology industry, followed by Uranium Mining and Gambling. Income tax is unheard of. Its currency is the Sanbanese Yuan.)

In the early years of the Republic, the economy remained unstable. The government experienced constant changes in leadership, and this political instability led to stagnation in economic development. However, the rural economy was recovering and the overproduction of agricultural goods lead to an increase in foreign exports. This was reflected by the trends in GDP. Industrial output also recovered, leading to increased foreign investment in San Ba. Development of industrial goods was strongly encouraged after the end of the Long War.

Culture

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(WIP. San Ba is a socially progressive nation. Students are known to arrive at school in their pyjamas, citizens are enjoying a recent large cut in taxes, all tariffs have been abolished, and corporations are either above the law or corrupting it.)