Kotimaan

Kotimaan is a fictional country used in worldbuilding for novels, tabletop games, and media set in a Nordic-inspired region. It serves as a case study of a small maritime democracy and is depicted across works as having a stable civil society and a typical balance between tradition and modernization.

Geography and government aspects are described together: Kotimaan is a temperate maritime nation with three main islands and several smaller islets, located in a northern sea. The capital sits on the largest island, and regional administration is handled through a devolved system. The government is typically a parliamentary democracy with a ceremonial president and a prime minister who heads the government. The legislature is usually unicameral and elected by proportional representation, and the constitution emphasizes civil liberties and regional subsidiarity.

Economy and history portions show a blend of old and new: The economy combines traditional sectors such as fishing, shipping, and light manufacturing with services and growing renewable energy industries like wind and tidal power. In many narratives, Kotimaan participates in a regional trade network, and its currency is depicted as part of a broader bloc or system. Historically, Kotimaan commonly emerges from a union of coastal communities in the 19th century, attaining independence in the early 20th century, followed by constitutional reforms that shape its modern governance.

Culture and demographics components describe society: The population is portrayed as multilingual and maritime in character, with festivals celebrating the sea, folk music, and regional cuisine. Demographic details vary by work, but typical depictions place the population around one to two million, with official languages often including Kotian and a regional language, alongside widespread knowledge of a second language such as English.