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The latest and greatest in Orandian online news! January 29, 1426 Montrose mountainsides in full bloom See all the latest pictures, and submit your own! International tourism reaches a peak Here are some places off the beaten path... Latest New kiwi drink is making people sick Why young people are keeping fruit pits as "pets" Regional Record number of fines issued for stepping off-path on Montrose mountain trails Rionada comics convention draws larger crowds than ever Opinion-Editorial Orandia needs stricter rules for tourists Places worth traveling to that aren't in Montrose or Aidnaro Sports Football Tigers and Kingsmen butt heads over top spot Fielders' last-minute win streak could take them far. How far? Swimming Pros' warm-up exercises that you can do, too Is your backstroke technique crooked? Try this Lifestyle Herbal and pharmaceutical ways to combat allergies Yoga you can do at home Fashion New legislation cracks down on polyester use in clothing Meet the Nouveauterran shoe brand establishing a foothold in Orandian cities Culture "Risky" indie animation film met with national acclaim Flea markets are on the rise again, even in smaller communities Food A flower-flavored drink? It's good, we promise Get the MOST out of your air fryer with these recipes Events The second half of Montrose bloom season: where to go, what to do, and how to beat the crowds Pink not your thing? Visit this garden just outside Dainroa Nature Can't make it to Montrose? Here's what else is blooming Insect populations that are already bouncing back in 1426 Environmental How to reduce your microplastic intake Ocean plastic cleanup device back in action after needed repairs Business Peak tourist season inflates a portion of the market Transit Additional service and altered schedules are in effect on trains in Montrose and the Dainroa airport line Find a transit pass that best suits your needs this spring Jobs Food service shortage forces competitive wages Fields that desperately need an influx of new talent Tech Trials on new "liquid metal" look promising Screenless music players are back in vogue

The latest and greatest in Orandian online news! January 29, 1426 Parliament election results The ballots are in! Feb 1 is right around the corner Get your beans on! Latest Could we see snow in Nordiaa? Don't forget! New bus passes come into effect on the 2nd Regional Coplian orange crop facing biggest blight in years Visit Montrose before peak season: Places off the beaten path Opinion-Editorial Stop worrying about export quotas and focus on the domestic market, Orandia PSA to tourists: Don't wear red on the 1st, or risk getting beaned! Sports Football Tigers fall from grace as Cosmos seizes decisive victory Hornets' losing streak affects sports betting, tourism Swimming Sigrun Skyberg's secret to a built body and a healthy mind Esferiad It's sooner than you think Lifestyle The coldest part of the year should be over, meteorologists say Stretches to enhance mobility in aging bodies Fashion Together we're glowin': Looking good in 1426's national color Fast fashion sales soar with new holographic trend Culture Up-and-coming singer E-J goes on tour in February Fans are divided over hot animated series's latest installments Food Ways to liven up your water Got a rice cooker? That's all you'll need for these three easy meals Events Where to throw those beans in 1426: Drive out the dry weather! Idonaran man is hosting a get-together just for people named "Guy" Nature Natural remedies for rashes Flowers set to bloom in February Environmental The new mosquito-killing device that doesn't use chemicals How to safely identify, harvest, and eat invasive plants Business Market slows as the year settles in Transit Train lines with the least and most delays in 1425 How a stray cat made an impact on train stations in Orandia and its neighbors Jobs Small towns need more bus and truck drivers. Apply now! Interning as a farmhand is picking up speed among the nation's urbanite youth Tech Scientists finally crack the code on Naiador's ancient stonework Experimental polygonal car becomes literal dumpster fire, project abandoned

The latest and greatest in Orandian online news! January 14, 1426 The final days of parliament election Submit a mail ballot before Friday! Winter around the world Get your fix of snow Latest Prince Alexander stuns in sparkling suit at father's birthday celebration Montrose bloom forecast earlier than ever; climate scientists worry Regional Changes to Aidnaro's garbage collection program happening in February 1426 Hunting restrictions in Knapp relaxed after serious backlash Internet-famous goat sculpture in Arondai survives another holiday season Opinion-Editorial If Orandia wants to diversify its tourist hotspots, more airports are a must Bus programs in rural areas need a major overhaul Sports Football Tigers on top: Nordiaa's second team takes first in current standings Two Hawks defenders injured in late-game scuffle Swimming Morstad's last year as a professional? Esferiad NIna Zenik on her new floor routine: "I won't be beaten" Esferiad 5 Winter Esferiad events we think Orandians could do well in Lifestyle Train your body to retain fluids What's in your lotion? Explaining those complicated ingredient names Fashion Haute-Claire Couture releases new designer bag in limited run Six solid options for a lightweight jacket Culture Meet the Idonara family that turned posh flowers into a lifestyle What locals and tourists are buying from Dainroa's souvenir stores Food "Easy enough" one-pan dinners for the week Rating every single restaurant on Aidnaro's famous underground shopping street Events Burn unwanted items at this bonfire festival in Donaari "Dragon in the Mist" parade draws crowds to Naiador Nature How to prepare for hiking in the Orandian dry season (Hint: Bring more water than you think) Edible mushrooms that might be in your backyard Environmental First restaurant with a menu centered around invasive species opens in Nordiaa Recent mountain lemming sightings are a hope for the species Business The new fiscal year is looking bright Transit Where domestic travelers are going, and where they aren't New "animal crossings" on highways are a rousing success Jobs Orandia's national parks are hiring ranger, cleanup positions Decline in accounting studies may mean a deficiency in the future Tech Gas from plastic? It's coming sooner than you think. Switch to a browser that won't track you

The latest and greatest in Orandian online news! December 26, 1425 A very Orandian Christmas Queenie Astier makes rare appearance, alongside Queen Aurelie for the holidays Winter break tourism boom It's only just begun... Latest Your guide to the 1426 parliament election Green Party expected to win record number of seats in 1426 Regional Why you should vacation in Idonara New hunting restrictions in Knapp met with widespread backlash Maslian Cultural Museum to reopen in 1426, boasts renovations, huge number of replica artifacts Opinion-Editorial Parliament seats should scale with population growth Emergency sirens: Worth the annoyance at 3 a.m.? Sports Football Midseason madness: who is most likely to win it all? Several injured in latest “Tigerbombing” event at Kings home game Swimming Axelle Reverdin excels again at year-end championship Esferiad Orandia at the Winter Esferiad: is it possible? “No one is doing it like me”: Long after winning a third of Orandia’s Summer Esferiad medals, gymnastics star Romeo Azaïs is still training hard Lifestyle Experts’ diet tips for healthy skin and hair Meditation exercises to stay grounded this holiday season Fashion Raptors craze and its impact on young women’s fashion Gonna-Be Golden: The national color of 1426 is here Culture The dying art of greenweaving Food 10 + 1 soups to keep the dry season at bay Best, and strangest, Nouveauterran-Orandian fusion dishes to try this winter… if you dare! Events Best places to see New Year’s lights, and where to celebrate Recommended dog-friendly events in January Nature Montrose mountain flowering forecast for 1426 Authentic Haute-Claire winter roses delivered to your door: the new holiday gift trend Environmental Union Viatic to release first fully sustainable racecar model in 1426 Meet the high schoolers turning litter into lights, and how you can do it too! Business Fourth-quarter worries as holiday season continues Transit So You Want To Own A Golf Cart: Tips and Advice Delays following Express Rail component malfunction generate anxiety around holiday travel Jobs Tourism surges in Arandio area, businesses scramble to hire more staff Fewer Orandians than ever are going into farming. Here’s what it means for you. Tech Your hot water could soon come from a data center Are self-driving buses the future of Orandian mass transit?

ORANDIAN FOOTBALL DOMESTIC LEAGUE (This page is a work in progress!) The Orandian Football Federation, or OFF, is the organization in charge of football (soccer) matters on the national and regional level. It oversees the Capital League, the eleven regional leagues, and the Aidnaro Semi League. College and local leagues are instead organized by their respective institutions. The Capital League is composed of sixteen franchised teams. Most represent a regional capital, with the exception of Crossroads, which bears a team due to its significant size. Orandia’s two largest cities, Nordiaa and Aidnaro, have two and three teams respectively. Teams play every other team twice for a 30-week regular season, after which playoffs begin. The highest-scoring eight teams from the regular season face off in seeded matches, with the best team facing the eighth best, the second best facing the seventh best, etc. This is followed by semifinal and final matches, making six playoff matches and one championship match. The winning team gains the title of Champion and the right to represent Orandia at international sporting events for the coming year. The fifteen or so weeks between seasons fall within the hottest, rainiest part of the Orandian year, in summer. College leagues avoid these weeks as well, however, many local leagues still play during this time. The Aidnaro Semi League, a collection of semi-professional teams in the Aidnaro area, deliberately plays during this time, attracting Capital League fans who are after a constant football fix, and allowing everyone else to escape the rain for a little while in a covered stadium. Capital League home uniforms are brightly colored. Away uniforms are muted or patterned with white. It’s easy to tell, from a glance at your TV, who’s on their home turf and who isn’t. The sixteen Capital League teams are as follows. Aidnaro Cosmos Home Colors: Deep blue, purple, magenta, gold Away Colors: Paler colors Stadium: Galaxy Stadium Manager: Notable Players: Summary: After rebranding as Cosmos, this team is uber-popular with the youth of Aidnaro and just about everywhere else in the country. They’re easily the “it” team for the time being: hip and cool, with plenty of young blood. Always rocking the latest equipment, this self-proclaimed “team of the future” is the lifeblood of modern Orandian professional football. The iconic dark cool tones shot through with magenta and gold have become an instant classic, and seem to be everywhere you look in Aidnaro. Aidnaro Industrial Home Colors: Grey, bright yellow Away Colors: White-striped Stadium: The Warehouse Manager: Notable Players: Summary: The east of Aidnaro, while being a thriving foreign port, is home to factories galore, and it is from these factories that Industrial came to be. Working-class and down-to-earth, the team is known for its impenetrable defense and imposing figure - literally. Industrial players run both tall and large, maintaining a stoic but not unfriendly atmosphere. Many Industrial players are immigrants or children of immigrants; there’s someone for everyone to relate to. Aidnaro Standard Home Colors: Deep purple with white trim Away Colors: White with purple trim Stadium: West Side Stadium Manager: Notable Players: Summary: “Standard” is a short version of the old name “Standard Bearers.” That said, Standard is not a particularly stand-out team, apart from its age. As the first professional football team in Aidnaro, it has a long history and thus tends to reflect traditional Orandian values, claiming Aidnaro purple as its color. Standard has a balanced playstyle that some might call boring, but even non-fans can’t deny that their consistency pays. Nordiaa Kingsmen Home Colors: Deep red and gold Away Colors: Gold with deep red trim Stadium: Crystal Palace Stadium Manager: Notable Players: Summary: Nordiaa's proud premier team. Named at a time when Orandia had a king rather than a queen, and originally all-male, the name has been kept even though neither are true anymore. Some argue that the Kingsmen represent an outdated era, while others are in favor of its traditional look and feel. Between its preference for well-known, veteran players and a refined, thinky play style, many teams are reluctant to face the Kingsmen, though all will be forced to twice a year. Out of all the Capital League teams, the Kingmen easily have the largest “hate-dom,” at least in online spaces. Nordiaa Tigers Home Colors: Black and orange stripe pattern Away Colors: White-striped instead of black-striped Stadium: Manager: Notable Players: Summary: The fierce second team of Nordiaa, full of youth and power. The Kingsmen’s older, more conservative fanbase only adds to the rebellious feel of being a Tigers fan. And Tigers players bring the energy to match, from open support of progressive social movements to a robust, well-followed social media presence. The fans are the reason that Nordiaa derby games have a reputation for becoming violent, though the average young Tigerhead would tell you it’s all in good fun. Even the Kingsmen’s other games have become targets for Tigers lovers, particularly home games, with large groups suddenly revealing orange-and-black jerseys in the stands and booing the Kingsmen. Arondai Arrows Home Colors: Bright orange and yellow Away Colors: White-striped Stadium: Manager: Notable Players: Summary: Arondai is Orandia’s least populated regional capital. The region of Knapp itself isn’t known for much besides its large rural farming communities. But that’s not to say Arondaians don’t enjoy football. People from all over Knapp come to the city to watch home games, and travel long hours to away ones. It’s a city team with small-town spirit, making everyone feel at home. Dainroa Stingrays Home Colors: Bright blue and yellow Away Colors: Paler colors Stadium: Eastham Beach Stadium Manager: Notable Players: Summary: A fun-loving team that works as hard as it plays. The people of Palla, just west of Aidnaro, are a healthy mix of competitive and playful, boasting several famous cultural products and lush beaches that attract tourists. Dainroa has plenty of exciting things going on, but isn't a part of hectic and massive Aidnaro. Stingrays fans strike a miracle balance. They are fervent without being toxic, welcoming everyone to watch their home team play. The players themselves are consistently among the most creative in the league, with the speed and skill to back it up, making every game interesting. Dianaro Diamondbacks Home Colors: Brown, aqua blue, white Away Colors: White with brown and blue trim Stadium: Manager: Notable Players: Summary: Orandia’s lakeside is home to a thriving pair of twin cities. The Diamondbacks are the speedier, impulsive counterpart to Jade’s thoughtful and deliberate play style. Neither team is too fiercely competitive, especially when it comes to one another, and lakeside “derbies” are actually pretty peaceful occurrences. Because of the difference in styles, it’s not uncommon to transfer an aging Diamondback to Jade for their final few years in professional sport. Narodia Jade Home Colors: Pale green Away Colors: Pale purple* Stadium: Manager: Notable Players: Summary: Jade is the intelligent, deliberate answer to the quick and excitable Diamondbacks. Located just across the lakeside from Dianaro, there’s a reason these twin cities’ names mirror one another, and it’s not just the capital naming scheme! Some who live in the area don’t even think of the two as separate; the public transit networks are connected, many commute to the other city for work, and the massive bridge connecting them is a popular tourist spot for sightseeing and selfies. Fittingly, the two fanbases act somewhat like a single united front, attending each others’ games, cheering for each other’s teams, and forming lifelong friendships. *The away kit is a different color, not only because the home color is already pale, but because the mineral jadeite is commonly thought of as green, but can also be purple! Donaari Wild Boars Home Colors: Bright red Away Colors: White-striped Stadium: The Pigpen Manager: Notable Players: Summary: Masly is a territory that used to be its own country. It was absorbed into Orandia a little over a century ago due to logistical and economic troubles following its conquest by Saint Mark. As such, Maslians tend to differ from Orandians in many ways, but most at least tolerate their non-Maslian neighbors, who are mainly farmers. Donaari functions as a hub town where people come together, be it for festivals or football. The Boars’ fans may be few in number (outside Donaari, that is), but they are passionate, dressing their city up with red banners every season. The team is a bit of an underdog, with an aggressive, offensive play style that doesn’t slack on defenses either. Depending on the year, they can and do become a force of nature to play against. Idonara Hornets Home Colors: Black and golden yellow stripes Away Colors: White and golden yellow stripes Stadium: Manager: Notable Players: Summary: Where is Idonara again…? Right, in Dess. The city of Idonara is unfortunately overshadowed by the much more populous Crossroads, as well as confused easily with Inardoa in Haute-Claire. Tucked away in a neglected corner of east Orandia, the people living here have convinced themselves that Idonara is actually a cool place to be… which caused enough businesses and attractions to spring up to make Idonara actually worth a stop for travelers wanting to step outside the tourist hotspots. The Hornets haven’t escaped unpopularity, but with sixteen teams in the League, some will naturally take a backseat to others. They’re offensive, but not as much as the Raptors; fast, but not as much as the Diamondbacks; they have underdog charm, but not as much as the Wolves. Will they ever be top dog? Inardoa Iron Roses Home Colors: Deep pink and grey Away Colors: Grey with pink trim Stadium: The Trellis Manager: Notable Players: Summary: Inardoa lays squarely in the middle of a region called Haute-Claire, which is remarkably neither high nor clear. Haute-Claire is in an unfortunate location; it’s not on the coastline where there are beaches, and it’s not further west where Orandia’s famous pink mountainsides lie. Since neither Nordiaan team has capitalized on the color pink, the Iron Roses stepped up to the plate, and did it early, as they are one of the nation’s oldest football clubs. So they say, the name Iron Roses comes from resilient strains of ornamental roses bred by early Nouveauterran immigrants. Nouveauterra’s presence can be felt all around northern Orandia, but the Iron Roses in particular have an affinity for both players and fans from Nouveauterra and the rest of Doll Goldur. Rionada Raptors Home Colors: Green, blue, and purple Away Colors: Paler colors Stadium: Manager: Notable Players: Summary: If Industrial has all the tall people, where do the short ones go? They go to the Raptors. It helps that the Raptors are primarily women. They are the only Capital League team to have once been all-female. The South Coast itself has a long history of self-sufficient female leadership, resisting Nouveauterran and Markan influence alike, to what degree it could. But don’t be fooled by the team’s small statures: the Raptors are fierce, and play a punishing offense. Their fans back them with just as much fervor. Young women in Aidnaro, more and more, choose the Raptors over local teams, partly because of the girl-power vibes, partly because Rionada itself is nearby and fun to visit. Arandio Hawks Home Colors: Red, orange, and yellow Away Colors: Paler colors Stadium: Manager: Notable Players: Summary: Orandia's northern coast has a lot to offer. Picturesque beaches, culturally significant crafts, daring Nouveauterran-Orandian fusion cuisine. As the original hotbed for Dull Guldur immigrant activity, Arandio maintains a large immigrant population and the highest levels of Nouveauterran language fluency in the country. No matter their origin, the people here are competitive and hardworking, always looking for things to improve. The Hawks know that a straightforward, aggressive show will win over local fans, so that's exactly how the Hawks play. Out of all Orandia's teams, it's them who most often sustain injuries from overextending themselves. Some say the team is cursed. Others know it's all about the unfortunate mindset and social pressures that the players subscribe to. Naiador Wolves Home Colors: Emerald green and black Away Colors: Dull grey and green Stadium: The Den Manager: Notable Players: Summary: Naiador is a bit of a mystery. It’s a lovely city sitting aside the largest lake in central Orandia, but the constant foggy weather and abundance of religiously charged ruins make it seem haunted and odd. The Wolves carry this vibe with them, being especially quiet on and off the field, but working together in a way that some joke to be telepathic. Wolves plays are known for their excellent execution and teamwork, backed by a genius coach, and yet, they get a fraction of the attention of teams in more populous locations. Is it some sort of curse? And just what are the players eating to work together so well? The truth may never be known. Crossroads Blades Home Colors: Green with multicolor trim Away Colors: White-striped Stadium: Crossroads Field Manager: Notable Players: Summary: Crossroads is unique among Orandian settlements in that it is not a regional capital of any sort, yet maintains a population higher than over half of them. Crossroads is a midpoint between the nation’s two largest cities, and it became a common stopping point for foot travelers and, later, trains. Now, it is the only other stop on the Orandian high-speed express rail line connecting Aidnaro with Nordiaa, and a pivotal stop for many other rail and car routes. People come and go from Crossroads, and this is no less true for the Blades, who boast the highest player transfer rate consistently. But no matter the year, the Blades bring a powerful all-rounding style to the table that stays fresh each time, to the admiration of their slightly mellow but dedicated fans.

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Hi all! I'm back. I live in Tokyo now, so my timezone has totally shifted! Whew. While I was gone, they added biome maps to Esferos. Orandia is now in the middle of the jungle! I've got to decide whether to roll with it or to move the country. I've put a lot of European inspo into Orandia, so it feels weird to then be a jungle... I could change everything, but where do I even begin with that? I'm a bit directionless at the moment. Please be patient!

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Ethnic groups of Orandia Ethnic groups in Orandia are largely divided by the environment in which they live. Though Orandia has since unified, its ethnic groups are still rather distinct outside of big cities. (Real names to come - these are placeholders!) North Coast: The Orandian royal family originated here. Many of these people's political trappings are reflected in Orandia’s current government, and elements of their culture have seeped into others, for better or worse. The North Coast actually spreads far into the rainforested inland of the country. As this region was the first in Orandia to be liberated from Markan control, it became a hotspot for Nouveauterran immigrants, many of whom inhabit the small mountain belt in the north. This region is famous for its beautiful mountains. Covered in pink flowers that bloom in late spring, travelers flock to sightsee. Pick up any travel brochure about Orandia, and it’s likely to have a picture of these mountains front and center. South Coast: The South Coast split from the North long ago. It is a small but influential group of hardworking and intelligent people. A large proportion of these people are fishers, and more seafood is eaten here than anywhere else in Orandia. Travelers, both international and domestic, come to see the quaint fishing towns that dot the coastline, purchase Orandian traditional crafts, and hit the beach. There is a strong history of women in politics here—they are viewed as coolheaded and trustworthy. Many past Orandian prime ministers call this region home. Central Orandia: Orandia has a lot of tropical forest, and these people live in it. Lakeside: The first sedentary civilization in Orandia, and widely believed to have propagated the others. The lakeside and its connecting rivers offer a fertile floodplain perfect for agriculture. The people here have a calm and relaxed demeanor. Much of Orandia's agricultural produce is made here, and travelers to the region flock to the lakeside and the famous twin capitals of Cople and Istul. Because of its proximity to Saint Mark, Markans make up a larger portion of the population here than normal. Churches of the Markan Faith can still be found here. Masly: Maslians are an odd lot. When Masly became part of Orandia, it was sparsely inhabited and faring poorly after being released from Markan control for about a century. People from all walks of life and from all over the nation migrated to it, and it’s developed its own offbeat culture. Most folks here live in rural settings, and tend to want to keep things the way they’ve always been. They care for the environment and for the most part don’t make much noise on a national scale. However, the countryside apparently hides a good number of troublemakers and eccentric criminals, and the largely unfiltered news outlets of Masly have unintentionally sparked the creation of a popular Orandian meme, “Maslian Man.” Urban (Aidnaro): The territory of Aidnaro was often fought over in the past. Today, Orandia’s bustling capital city is so large and diverse that it’s developing a culture all its own. Throw every group above into a big pot, mix it all up, and you're left with Aidnaro soup. Some districts of the city are themed around a region or group, but for the most part, the distinct cultures that make up Orandia are well blended here. It’s a place where people from all over the country live shoulder to shoulder, among the most advanced technology and infrastructure in the nation and a stunning high-speed rail network.

Timezone: IAT (+0) Calling Code: +2 22 Orandia is a medium-sized nation on the eastern side of the continent of Aura. It borders Plateana on its southeast side, and the Viatic Ocean lies to its east. About 27 million people call Orandia home. The climate is warm and humid, with monsoons in the summer months. Much of Orandia's undeveloped land is rainforest, but there are some small mountainous areas. Orandia is divided into twelve prefectures, based largely on the states that used to comprise the country. Initially there were only ten, but Masly's addition and Aidnaro becoming its own prefecture have increased the number to twelve. Aidnaro is the city's capital, with a population about twice the size of any other Orandian city at around six million. The seat of the Orandian royal family, Nordiaa, boasts around three million, with many others living in Rionada and Dainroa, regional capitals in close proximity to Aidnaro. You may notice that every Orandian regional capital is an anagram of the country's name -- a playful and unique idea of the Orandian government. Today, Orandia is governed by a "Washminster" political system, comprised most importantly of both a head of government (Prime Minister) and a head of state (Queen or King). A cabinet, bicameral parliament, and three-tiered judicial system are other staples. Political officials are elected in a multiparty democracy to serve varying terms. The parliament's upper house contains four individuals from each prefecture, while the lower house contains 128 seats distributed according to each region's population. Until its unification in 1258 AF, what is now Orandia was comprised of several smaller powers. The first sedentary civilization in Orandia settled around the lakes in the country's southwest. It eventually became an empire spanning the entire lakeside, but today only the uppermost territories are a part of the country, the others having broken from them shortly after independence from Saint Mark was achieved. The other influential power in Orandia's early days inhabited the coastline, splitting into northern and southern groups. The former is responsible for conquering, and therefore unifying, the forested inlands west of the coast. The latter is a vocal proponent of social change; it is largely responsible for the creation of the Coalition of Three and its subsequent break from Saint Mark's colonial influence. Orandia is a robust exporter of tropical agricultural products such as fruits, chocolate, fish, and coffee beans. A number of Orandian traditional crafts are popular exports as well. The national currency is the orandi (ø), a series of coins and colorful paper bills depicting wildlife and nature scenes. Tourism is a thriving industry, with many international travelers flocking to the country's warm beaches, beautiful mountainsides, and Aidnaro's urban sprawl.

"What's a motto with you?" Nation Name: Orandia Three-Letter Code: ORA Two-Letter Code: OR Internet Tag: .or Capital City: Aidnaro Population: 27,453,842 Head of State: Queen Aurora Enfeld Head of Government: PM Queenie Astier Style of Government: Washminster System Parliament: Bicameral

I am Orandia! I am somewhat new to NationStates, so please forgive any ignorance or confusion on my end about how things work here. I'd love to make friends, participate in RP, build my nation, and just put down roots. I'm happy to be able to get to know you all! ^^