Élean

Élean, officially the Republic of Élean, is a small sovereign state located on the western coast of the continent of Lyria. It encompasses a coastal plain and a central highland region, with a temperate maritime climate. The capital is Valmere. The official language is Élean, with minority communities speaking Arien and Solari. The population is about 1.2 million, and the currency is the elan.

Élean operates as a constitutional parliamentary republic. The president is the head of state and the prime minister is the head of government. The unicameral Assembly of Élan has 78 seats, elected for four-year terms. Elections are competitive, with multiple parties representing urban services, rural interests, and ecological concerns. The judiciary is independent, and civil liberties are generally protected in law.

Geography and economy: The landscape includes a long Atlantic-facing coastline, rolling hills, and the Élan Highlands. The Ler river flows through the central valley. The economy is diversified; services and tourism dominate, while manufacturing and agriculture provide steady output. Key exports include wine, timber, machinery, and dairy products. The government promotes renewable energy, particularly small hydro and wind, and maintains a social safety net.

History and culture: The Élan people trace their roots to medieval principalities and united under a republican constitution in the 19th century. The country developed a reputation for literary and musical culture, with annual festivals in Valmere and coastal towns. Education is universal and compulsory through age 16, and the healthcare system provides universal coverage. Notable landmarks include the Old Town of Valmere and the Lir Bridge.