kasettia

Kasettia is a fictional island nation created for world-building and speculative fiction. In its mapped geography, Kasettia consists of a chain of coastal islands in a temperate maritime zone, featuring rocky shores, evergreen forests inland, and a network of natural harbors that have supported fishing and trade for centuries.

Origin of the name: Kasettia is said to be inspired by the Finnish word kasetti, meaning cassette, a motif that appears in Kasettian art and media culture as a symbol of preservation and analog heritage.

Language and people: The official language is Kasettian, a constructed language drawing on Finnic and Baltic phonology, with limited regional variants. Most residents are bilingual, often speaking neighboring regional languages, such as Seimian and Nordish.

History: In the fictional timeline, coastal communities formed a loose federation in the early modern era and established a constitutional republic in 1860. Kasettia gained de facto sovereignty through peaceful reforms and international recognition by the early 20th century.

Politics: Kasettia operates as a parliamentary republic. The president serves as a largely ceremonial head of state, while the prime minister heads government and the unicameral Assembly of 120 members handles legislation.

Economy and culture: The economy emphasizes sustainable fishing, artisanal crafts, and niche manufacturing of analog media and restoration services. Tourism centers on natural landscapes and cultural heritage, including the Kasetti Archive and annual Kasetti Festival.