Shio - Water Nation

Shio is often seen as the sister Nation of Kaen. Together, they form a political and economic powerhouse. Kaen controls most of the economy of the outer Nations (Chikyu is self-providing), and Shio has a chokehold on the word of mouth across the nation. What Shio says is often seen as truth and final. No Nation dare go against them, all for their own reasons. Chikyu keeps to themselves mostly, Soyaze can not risk such an outburst, Kaen benefits from it, and Azayaka/Mushoka have tended to not worry about affairs with other nations since the peace. But both still rely on Kaen’s economy.

Shio is the Nation on the furthest left, meaning it resides on the dozens of small and large islands off the coast of Yatan. It had long been menial for boat travel between each island, but with Kaen’s recent advancement in Steamboats, their economy has also been greatly boosted and quickened. They were able to pay off the debt to Kaen within months, which normally would have taken years. Shio also remains next to Azayaka, and acts as it’s mother. Azayaka, in recent years, began to lack strong leadership. Their religion was always seen as their priority, and every few years chaos would break out as those who disagreed with it were ‘dealt with.’ Shio took charge and elected a Rida-ki for Azayaka, which was seen as controversial by most of the religious citizens. Despite this, it began to flourish more and more.

Shio is known for its fisheries. Its economy runs on aquatic businesses and exports to other nations. The marshlands and streams supply the best and most fish. Other nations have access to the ocean, but even if they delved into that business they could not keep up with Shio’s prices. Aside from aquatic businesses, Shio is also the leading producer of many herbs. It’s lush lands offer a perfect habitat for growing plants. The only place that is better is the Windlands, but their economy is not stimulated enough to farm and harvest in their perfect jungles.

Finally, Shio houses a Sprite and that is because they are seen as the most trustworthy of the nations and a middleman. They fund Gamma, the Sprite Protection Project.

Rankings
Religion: Moderate. Government does not advocate or discriminate religion

Technology: Considerably the second highest, many trade deals with Kaen.

Politics: Leading in multinational affairs and justice systems. Considerably the fairest country.

Economy: Above average thanks to Kaen partnerships. They export the highest variety of natural goods.

Population:

Exports: Fish, Clams, Seafoods, herbs, watery plants, silk, lumber,

Imports: Machinery, Metal, Clothes, technology, tools

Samurai Military: Small, low funds, smallest military. They don't think they require one due to political affairs.

Education: Highest and most diverse. Most expensive too and hard to attain for poorer families. Arguably education is only provided for income.