NHLand

NHLand is a fictional country used in hockey-themed literature and game settings. It portrays a compact, temperate nation with cold winters and abundant ice, designed to highlight the role of ice hockey in national life. The capital is Frostport, and other major cities include Calderon and Glaciara.

NHLand stretches along a coastal belt and a central plateau, with fjord-like inlets and forests. The climate supports long seasonal winters, reliable ice, and a strong winter-sports culture.

NHLand operates as a constitutional parliamentary republic. The President is the head of state; the Prime Minister leads the government. The National Assembly has 120 seats elected every four years.

Its economy is centered on sports-related activities: professional and amateur hockey leagues, equipment manufacturing, media production, and tourism tied to arena complexes and winter festivals.

Hockey is the national sport and cultural touchstone. The country hosts the annual Frost Cup and maintains a robust youth development system, with clubs feeding regional teams and national squads.

NHLand emerged in the mid-20th century as a federation of hockey clubs and local municipalities. It declared sovereignty in the late 20th century after constitutional reforms, developing a strong national identity around the sport.

Key facilities include Frost Arena, Glacier Dome, and the Ice City training complex.