Ethria

Ethria is a fictional country created for world-building and speculative fiction. It is depicted as a constitutional republic located in a temperate coastal region with a central highland plateau. Its capital is Ardentia, and its largest city is Lumenport. Ethria comprises three provinces: Northmarch along the northern coast; Highridge in the central highlands; and Silvercoast in the southern lowlands.

Geography and administration describe a nation with varied terrain, including coastal plains, forested hills, and upland plateaus. The climate ranges from maritime to cool upland. The capital region hosts the seat of government, while major ports and industrial centers are spread along the coast. This geography supports agriculture in the lowlands, forestry in the north, and manufacturing in coastal districts.

Government is a constitutional republic with an elected president as head of state and a prime minister as head of government. The legislature has two houses: the Senate and the Assembly. Judicial independence is guaranteed by a supreme court. Elections are regular and competitive, and civil liberties are protected by the constitution.

Economy and infrastructure describe a diversified economy focused on agriculture, light manufacturing, and services. Key industries include timber, textiles, and tourism. The currency is the Ethric crown (EC). Major exports include timber, wine, and machinery parts. Transport infrastructure emphasizes coastal ports and regional railways.

Demographics and culture note a population of about 6.2 million. Ethrians are the majority, with regional minority communities. The official language is Ethran, with local dialects spoken in outlying areas. The society is generally secular, with a high literacy rate and several higher education institutions in Ardentia.

History covers the evolution from fragmented duchies to a unified state in the early 15th century, followed by the adoption of a modern constitution in 1950. Ethria participates in regional diplomacy within its fictional world.