| National Factbook |
| Flag: |
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| Nation Name: |
Masbateno |
| Leader Name: |
Than Maguinaldo |
| Currency: |
Mano Pesos |
| National Animal: |
Chicken |
| History: |
**1200s** - A Kingdom has been established which is known as the "Masba Kingdom", it was one of the richest kingdoms in the philippines in that time. it had wage wars against Tondo and Brunei with the Masbatenos winning in most battles against the Invaders
**1569--1897** - Spaniards launched an Invasion against the Masbatenos in the Spanish-Masbatenos war During the spanish Colonization of the philippines, 4,000 Masbatenos would be killed in the war with some survivors becoming a slave for the spaniards as a Punishment for refusing to get colonized. for the next few centuries, the spaniards discriminated the Masbatenos which resulted in the Centuries-long Genocide that would kill 20,000 to 50,000 through enslavement, Famines, and Executions without trials.
**1898** - As early as 1 August, the provincial governor of Masbate, Don Luis Cubero y Rojas, planned to leave the island following increased threats of a Pulajanes attack. The Pulajanes movement itself was said to have been established in Malobago in the town of Cataingan, Masbate. Considered as illiterate fanatics by the educated class of Masbate, the Pulajanes failed to get their support and they besieged the main town on the island and laid waste to it, however, the Pulajanes treated as enemies much like the Spaniards people with educational backgrounds, many locals thus defected. Don Luis Cubero and the remnants of his 1,000 strong army fled the capital on 19 August 1898, soon afterwards, the Pulajanes burned the town to the ground and looted each house before later returning to their bases in Uson. Riego de Dios arrived at the ruined town and met up with Quipte and his men. Later he convinced Quipte to disband the Pulajan movement for he deemed it unnecessary to maintain such a large army in the province, thus the men were ordered to stand down. In the bay of the Masbate, the revolutionary forces had a brief encounter with the Spanish squadron consisting of five gunboats and a brigantine that resulted to the sinking of the Filipino ship Bulusan. Pedro Quipte, the leader of the Pulahan, did not return to Masbate after Riego de Dios commissioned him to deliver the instruction to the captain of Isabe who was in Cataingan to hide the ship from the enemies. Meanwhile, local governments were set up in the towns along the coast up to Cataingan. The representatives from the revolutionary government were well received in all towns of Masbate, the people showed their willingness and cooperation to establish a new government under the revolutionary government. The provinces of Masbate and Sorsogon were placed under the auspice of General Ananias Diokno who arrived at the end of September in San Pascual in Burias Island. A historic event was witnessed by the local people with the proclamation of the revolutionary government in the town and unfurling of the Filipino flag in the plaza.
**1900-1941** - American forces arrived in November 1900, and quickly The Masbatenos surrendered with The slight resistance during the Masbateno Rebellion, Before the Americans took over the local government.
**1942-1945** - During World War II, Masbate province in the Philippines was occupied by Japanese forces and became a site of guerrilla warfare and resistance. The Japanese established a "comfort station" where young women were forced into sexual slavery. Local guerrillas, particularly under Captain Manuel Donato, actively fought against the Japanese, eventually playing a key role in the Allied liberation of the island.
**1946-1999** - The Philippine Islands had gained independence from America on july 4th, 1946. this resulted in all the Islands being United into the Republic of The Philippines, Masbate would play a crucial role as a province through National Trading through the Regions, Tourism, and etc...
**2000-2017** - Masbatenos were outraged over President Estrada's rule in the Philippines, especially His campaign against the Moros and lack of support for basic resources in Masbate. soon enough the Masbate Freedom Fighters has been established and the "Masbateno Conflict" began between the Philippine Government and the MFF Group. The Conflict rages on during Rodrigo Duterte's war on Drugs with duterte operated a campaign to Supress the insurgents of Masbatenos after Marawi. The Conflict ended up with in total of 50,000 deaths and 100,000 to 300,000 people were displaced as refugees.
**2018** - In this timeline, The Philippine Islands collapsed breaking away many states, Including Masbate where the Masbatenos had finally gained their independence on June 16, 2018. The Republic of Masbate has been established under the two party Democratic system.
**2022** - on June 5, 2022. A Military Faction known as The "Arma Nationalista ng Masbateno" launched a coup with 300 armed defectors Hijacking the capital city of Masbate. The Democratic Government has been overthrown as Than Maguinaldo Declared martial law across the country for the week by Supressing The protests and executing Political enemies. soon Than Maguinaldo became the supreme leader and the Republic of Masbate turned into The National State of The Masbatenos.
**2025** - A War broke out between Masbatenos and Airr which continued to this day |
| Geography |
| Continent: |
Asia |
| Land Area: |
6,598.29 sq. km |
| Terrain: |
The terrain of Masbate province generally varies from slightly undulating to rolling, and from hilly to mountainous. Rugged topography is concentrated in the northeastern portions of each island, while the southern areas tend to be characterized by hills and rolling plains. The highest point in the province is a conical peak on Masbate Island, reaching 700 meters above sea level. |
| Highest Peak: |
Mt. Bagasimbahan, 697 meters |
| Lowest Valley: |
Masbate Sea, 0 meters |
| Climate: |
Masbate has a tropical monsoon climate with two distinct seasons: a dry season from November to April and a wet season from May to October. The province experiences relatively high temperatures throughout the year with only slight variations. Masbate is also susceptible to rainfall, thunderstorms, and occasional typhoons during the wet season. |
| People & Society |
| Population: |
396,832 people |
| Demonym: |
Masbateno, Filipino, and American |
| Demonym Plural: |
Masbatenos |
| Ethnic Groups: |
Masbateno - 89.2%
Tagalogs - 9.3%
Others - 1.5% |
| Languages: |
Masbatenos - 99.5%
English - 0.3%
Others - 0.2% |
| Religions: |
Christianity - 76.0%
Islam - 15.4%
Others - 8.6% |
| Health |
| Life Expectancy: |
68 years |
| Obesity: |
9.5% |
| Alcohol Users: |
0.4% |
| Tobacco Users: |
0% |
| Cannabis Users: |
0% |
| Hard Drug Users: |
0% |
| Economy |
| Description: |
Masbatenos has Ultranationalist economies typically prioritize national interests and self-reliance through protectionist trade policies and state intervention. They often advocate for policies that favor domestic industries, restrict foreign investment, and control key resources. This approach can lead to a closed or semi-closed economy with limited international trade and cooperation. |
| Average Yearly Income: |
$143.04 |
| Gross Domestic Product (GDP): |
$647,758,497.00 |
| GDP per Capita: |
$1,632.32 |
| Gross National Income (GNI): |
$466,060,470.00 |
| Industries: |
The Masbatenos' major industries are agriculture, fishing, and mining. The province is a significant producer of cattle, rice, and corn. Additionally, Masbate is rich in mineral resources, including gold, copper, and other metals, contributing to the mining industry. |
| Military |
| History: |
The Military forces were established just two months after The Masbateno's Independency in 2018. The Military forces would increase following the 2022 Masbatenos coup d'état and the Militarization across the Islands of Masbate. |
| Soldiers: |
10,985 |
| Tanks: |
132 |
| Aircraft: |
7 |
| Ships: |
2 |
| Missiles: |
0 |
| Nuclear Weapons: |
0 |
| Last Updated: 06/19/2025 02:54 am |
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