The New Free State of Bavaria, commonly referred to as Nova Bavaria, is an environmentally stunning nation that upholds human rights and the rule of law, despite the ongoing conflicts and the disastrous nuclear devastation in the world. The nation is renowned for its keen interest in outer space, compulsory military service, stringent social security- and public healthcare legislation and information technology industry aswell as its military industrial complex. The compassionate, democratic population of Nova Bavaria loves a good election, and the government gives them plenty of them. Universities tend to be full of students debating the merits of various civil and political rights. Businesses and industries are regulated within reason with civil courts weighing interests, although some claim corporations are too close to core governmental structures and legislative bodies and thus have disproportionate influence.
In terms of international relations, Nova Bavaria is interested in a safe and secure international society that pursues the upholding of basic human rights, the rule of law and a safe international trade for all nations. Since these goals match GATOs, Nova Bavaria is a proud member.
For more detailed information on Nova Bavaria, feel free to check out our nations factbook.
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| National Factbook |
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| Nation Name: |
Nova Bavaria |
| Leader Name: |
CP Justice |
| Currency: |
Euro |
| National Animal: |
Lion |
| History: |
Originally settled by Celtic peoples such as the Boii, by the 1st century BC the territory of what today is Nova Bavaria was eventually conquered and incorporated into the Roman Empire as the provinces of Raetia and Noricum.
The history of Nova Bavaria as a state stretches from its earliest settlement and its formation as a stem duchy in the 6th century through its inclusion in the Holy Roman Empire to its status as an independent kingdom, its establishment as a large Bundesland (state) of the former Federal Republic of Germany and finally it's peaceful formation in April of 2081 as an independent Free State. Shortly after, more and more now independent bordering cities or territories decided to join the young state for a wide variety of reasons and are continuing to do so.
In Nova Bavaria, the rule of law and seperation of powers is held sacrosanct. Rules and regulations protect employees and workers, however, huge Corporations are given leeway due to the state of affairs. The ongoing nuclear destruction of the environment and the scarcity of resources makes technological progress inevitable for sustainable development, a certain quality of life and growth. While the basic supply of food and clean water aswell as shelter and a basic healthcare are all provided by the government in exchange for taxes, anything going above these basic necessities is mostly in the tight grip of one of the giant national or international corporations (MegaCorps) within Nova Bavaria.
In terms of politics, the influence of corporations can also be felt, especially within the legislative branch of the country. Many politicians running for office received favors, money, positive headlines or all of the above from one corporation or another. What was promised in return can rarely be proven, but seems rather obvious. This unsurprisingly lead to a lot of laws being passed in favor of said corporations.
However, the reach of corporations does not yet stretch into the executive and judicial branch. The right to the enforcement of laws through a policeforce and the measuring and punishment of individuals or legal entities according to laws through an independent justice system for example, is one monopoly the state has managed and continues to protect and claim the sole use for itself, with some limited exceptions such as corporate securities for example. That being said, dependencies between military suppliers and the state have always existed and continue to do so today.
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| Geography |
| Continent: |
Europe |
| Land Area: |
267,794.18 sq. km |
| Terrain: |
Nova Bavaria is a country of high plateaus and medium-sized mountains. In the north are basalt knolls and high plateaus; in the northwest are the wooded sandstone hills of the Spessart. The northwest is drained by the Main River, which flows into the Rhine. To the southeast the topography varies from the stratified land formations of Swabia-Franconia to shell limestone and red marl, the hill country of the Franconian-Rednitz Basin, and the limestone mountains of the Franconian Jura along the Danube, which divides Bavaria north and south. On the eastern edge of Nova Bavaria are the Bavarian and Bohemian forests, and in the north is the Franconian Forest. South of the Danube is a plateau upon which lies the capital, Munich, and beyond it are the Bavarian Alps. Nova Bavaria’s share of the Alps consists of wooded peaks of several thousand feet, behind which rise steep ridges and high plateaus (in the west, the Allgäuer Alps; in the east, the Alps of Berchtesgaden). They reach their highest point with the 9,718-foot (2,962-metres) Zugspitze, which is also the highest point in Germany. |
| Highest Peak: |
Zugspitze, 2,962 meters |
| Lowest Valley: |
Kahl am Main, 102 meters |
| Climate: |
Nova Bavaria has a continental climate that is harsh for middle Europe. The average temperatures range from 16,3°C (61.34°F) in the summer months with peaks reaching up to 37°C (98.6°F) to an average -0.5°C (23°F) in the winter months with lows going as low as -15°C (5°F). |
| People & Society |
| Population: |
10,840,506 people |
| Demonym: |
Bavarian |
| Demonym Plural: |
Bavarians |
| Ethnic Groups: |
White - 82.2%
Turkish - 12.4%
Black - 5.4% |
| Languages: |
German - 99.4%
English - 89.2%
Turkish - 8.7% |
| Religions: |
Agnostic/Atheist - 87.7%
Catholic - 10.6%
Muslim - 1.7% |
| Health |
| Life Expectancy: |
87 years |
| Obesity: |
11.4% |
| Alcohol Users: |
61.7% |
| Tobacco Users: |
42.3% |
| Cannabis Users: |
28.6% |
| Hard Drug Users: |
5.3% |
| Economy |
| Description: |
In Nova Bavaria, private industry is permitted within its market-based economy. MegaCorps control most markets, with small businesses coming and going on a monthly basis.
The basic necessities such as food, water, shelter, safety and basic healthcare are supplied by the state, even though a better quality of almost all of these goods can be bought from any corporation, which leads to better standards of living for those who can afford it. |
| Average Yearly Income: |
$183.22 |
| Gross Domestic Product (GDP): |
$13,759,085,782.00 |
| GDP per Capita: |
$1,269.23 |
| Gross National Income (GNI): |
$10,298,150,150.00 |
| Industries: |
Nova Bavarian industry is largely diversified and led by Informarion Technology with significant contributions from Arms Manufacturing, Banking, Retail, Service and Timber.
The main MegaCorps active on Nova Bavarian soil are:
1. European Business Machines (EBM)
EBM is a computer hardware manufacturer and one of the largest employers in the world. They are Berlin based, but recently moved their headquarters to Ingolstadt. EBM generalizes in the manufacture of computer products, information technology, and electronics. Their software is very popular in the European Union.
2. International Electric Corporation (IEC)
The munich-based IEC manufactures a wide range of all kinds of components, such as engines, hardware, cybernetics, computer chips or weapon systems. It deals a lot in space facilities aswell as in the supply of military hardware to buyers. It is the main supplier of Nova Bavarias armed forces, for example.
3. Arasaka Corporation
Japan-based Arasaka holds large production facilities in Nova Bavaria and is the second largest employer in the country.
They originally started their business in manufacturing all kinds of civil use goods and it remains one of their three major pillars in business to this day.
Their military technology, which forms Arasakas second pillar, is some of the most sought after in the world. Arasaka is the world-leading Armacorp, specializing in police contracting, personal & corporate security and security consultancy services, not to mention the scope of their investments in military-industrial manufacturing.
Finally, they are the largest manufacturer and exporter of Japanese made information technology products and cyberware in the world. Their major exports are in the US, Europe, and Asia. Arasaka is one of the most influential corporations on the planet and holds significant amounts of control over many governments.
4. Weyland-Yutani
The british-japanese conglomerate is primarily a technology supplier, manufacturing synthetics, starships and computers for a wide range of industrial and commercial clients, making them a household name. The company also has numerous non-manufacturing interests; it possesses extensive assets in interplanetary shipping and transport, and operates human colonies outside the solar system through the Extrasolar Colonization Administration.
5. European Bank of Finances (EuroBank)
The EuroBanks’ network is the basis for most of the daily financial transactions of people worldwide. They provide services to individuals aswell as governments and MegaCorps. Its headquarters are based in Paris, France, but the bank has large offices and serverfarms in Nova Bavaria, which is why it is considered a big employer there. |
| Military |
| History: |
After the peaceful dissolution of the Federal Repulic of Germany 2081, the former Federal Armed Forces of Germany located in Bavarian territory were incorporated into the young Free State of Nova Bavaria. When presented with the fact of the formation of a new government, the men and women serving at the time were given the choice to either stay in the newly formed armed forces under new leadership or quit the service, many chose to stay. The Forces largely follow the tactics, doctrines, morale and ethics of the former German Armed Forces.
The modern equipment of the Nova Bavarian military is provided by the International Electric Corporation aswell as the Arasaka Corporation.
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| Soldiers: |
154,000 |
| Tanks: |
28,600 |
| Aircraft: |
2,025 |
| Ships: |
31 |
| Missiles: |
9 |
| Nuclear Weapons: |
0 |
| Last Updated: 08/25/2024 09:11 pm |
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