Bule
| Bule Republic Folkeveldet Bule | |
| Flag | Coat of arms |
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| Motto: "Å bevare den gyldne horisonten av velstand" - "Preserving the golden horizon of prosperity" | |
| Anthem: Kor av nybyggere - Chorus of the settlers | |
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| Capital city | Solbergstad |
| Largest city | New Anaria |
| Official language | Aedelish |
| Other languages | Aedelish Patois and Native languages |
| Ethnic group | Aldsay - Awawatu |
| Religion | Orkanan - Naskel |
| Demonym(s) | Bubale, Adalu |
| Government | |
| Government Type | Unitary Republic |
| President | Lars Bergstrøm |
| Prime Minister | Henrik Nordahl |
| Legislature | Senate of Bule |
| Establishment | |
| Declaration of Independence | tbc |
| Area | |
| Total | 5,004,823.07 km2 km2 |
| Population | |
| Total | 74,159,966.77 |
| Density | 14.82/km2 |
| Economy | |
| Economy type | Capitalist |
| GDP (total) | Ꞡ 381,330,549,154 |
| GDP per capita | Ꞡ 5,142 |
| Currency | Bule Skilling (skilling-bule.png) |
| Inequality index | 25.5 |
| Development index | 0.875 |
| Other information | |
| Time zone | tbc |
| Driving side | right |
| Calling code | tbc |
| Internet code | .bl |
Bule, officially the Bule Republic (Aedelish: Folkeveldet Bule), is a country.
History
Simal Island Traders Influence (Antiquity - 7230)
In antiquity, the coastal and delta regions of Bule were intimately entwined with the Simal Island Traders, a seafaring civilization renowned for their mastery of the waves. These coastal areas became vital crossroads of commerce and culture, primarily due to their extensive interactions with the Simal traders. The rest of the Bule region, however, was quite different, dominated by small pastoral chiefdoms and petty kingdoms.
The Simal traders established thriving coastal settlements along the Bule coast, fostering vibrant exchanges of goods and knowledge with the indigenous peoples of Tzeraka. This coastal interaction allowed for the introduction of exotic goods and beasts, transported from the heart of Bule, to the bustling trade hubs where Simal and Bule cultures converged.
The impact of the Simal Island Traders on Bule's coastal architecture, art, and societal norms was profound, leaving an indelible imprint on the local way of life. The coastal regions flourished as bustling hubs of trade, while the interior retained its distinct character, marked by a patchwork of small pastoral chiefdoms and petty kingdoms, largely untouched by the Simal influence.
The Simal Interregnum Civil War, however, disrupted this once-thriving coastal trade and severed the cultural ties between the coastal and interior regions, ultimately leading to the decline of the Simal influence in Bule.
Aldsegian Arrival at the Lephoo Delta (7400s)
In the year 7405, colonial ventures from North Anaria set sail in earnest, each seeking new lands and opportunities. Among these expeditions, the bold and audacious expeditionary force of the Surtarnland Company emerged as a significant player, setting its sights on the sprawling Lephoo Delta. This delta, a formidable and intricate coastal landscape characterized by tidal flats, mangroves, and verdant islands, held the allure of uncharted territories and untapped potential. Little did they know that it would mark the beginning of a transformative era in the region.
Aedeland, situated to the north of Stoldavia, had missed out on the colonization of distant lands such as Altaia and D'runia, which were more accessible to its southern neighbors. Faced with limited options for expanding its influence and seeking to bolster its own standing, Aedeland recognized the opportunity presented by the collapse of the Simal Islands' hegemony.
The Simal Islands, once a dominant maritime power, had seen their influence wane, and their ability to control the strategic Simal Straits diminished. Aedeland, capitalizing on this shifting balance of power, employed a strategy of gunboat diplomacy to secure passage through the Simal Straits, effectively opening the way for their expeditionary force.
With the invaluable assistance of Simal traders, who had maintained their presence along the coast despite the decline of their maritime empire, the Aldsegians successfully navigated the labyrinthine waterways of the Lephoo Delta. The coastal settlements, once thriving centers of Simal influence, had by this time seen a reduction in their economic and political clout, making them less resistant to Aldsegian encroachment.
The coastal region surrounding the inner Ovestan Gulf, which the Aldsegians came to know as Surtarnland, became the focal point of their colonial ambitions. The Aldsegians established a protectorate over this territory, driven by the goals of resource extraction, acquisition of exotic goods, and the advancement of Stoldavia's interests in the region. To oversee these endeavors, a dedicated company was founded, tasked with the administration of the newly acquired lands, the encouragement of merchants, and the facilitation of resource extraction, setting the stage for a significant chapter in the history of Bule.