Verdic

Verdic is a fictional coastal city-state and sovereign entity on the eastern seaboard of the continent of Asteria. It comprises a dense urban core, surrounding districts, and rural areas, with Verdic Bay and the Verdic River valley central to its geography. Verdic is noted for sustainable development, a diversified economy, and participatory governance.

The region has a temperate maritime climate, mild winters, and warm summers. Low hills and woodlands inland support agriculture and conservation. The coastline includes busy ports that handle trade, fishing, and tourism.

Verdic originated as a medieval free-city governed by merchant guilds. It gained autonomous status within a regional confederation in early modern times and became a constitutional republic after democratic reforms in the mid-20th century. It is a member of a regional economic and security alliance.

Government: Verdic operates as a constitutional republic with a bicameral legislature known as the Verdic Assembly. The president is the ceremonial head of state; the prime minister leads the government. Elections are periodic, and an independent judiciary oversees constitutional matters.

Economy and infrastructure: Verdic’s economy is diversified, emphasizing renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, logistics, agriculture, and digital services. The GreenTech Park and wind and solar facilities anchor energy, while ports and rail connect domestic and international markets.

Demographics and culture: The population is about 2.3 million. The official language is Verdic, with multilingual use in commerce and education. Public policy supports eco-education, museums, and public arts. Notable institutions include Verdic University and the Institute of Sustainable Technologies.