Nestled among scattered turquoise waters and jagged emerald islets, the United Archipelagistan is a compact yet formidable maritime nation whose influence far outweighs its modest size. The nation’s lifeblood is Krendelism, a state faith that views economic prosperity not merely as a civic virtue, but as a sacred duty. Rooted in the teachings of the First Ledger — an ancient scripture equal parts holy text and accounting manual — Krendelism holds that a citizen’s worth is measured by their contribution to the national tithe, a sacred pool of resources managed by the Supreme Treasury under the direct guidance of the Supreme Leader, Mint Montgomery.

The capital, New Morogh, rises from volcanic rock and gleams with gold-plated spires, each adorned with the Seal of the Ledger. It is both the spiritual heart of the nation and the central exchange of its bustling economy, where merchants’ stalls stand side-by-side with grand temples, and markets often double as places of worship.

Archipelagistani history speaks of a time when the islands were fractured into petty fiefdoms, each vying for control of trade routes. This era ended when Mint Montgomery’s forebears united the islands under the Krendelist banner, merging faith and commerce into a single unshakable pillar. Since then, the state has prospered, weathering storms — both political and literal — through disciplined trade, unwavering religious unity, and the careful balancing of maritime commerce with the spiritual obligation to “keep the Ledger in the green.”

Foreign envoys will find Archipelagistan both hospitable and shrewd: a place where handshakes are binding contracts, temple doors are always open to those who pay their tithe, and economic negotiation is considered an act of prayer.

Motto: “By the Ledger, We Prosper.”