YueDe



YueDe is a imperialist nation that encompasses the central island in the Frigid North.

Climate
YueDe has four seasons has a temperate climate despite its location in the Frigid North. The Artic Span surrounding the Frigid North is completely liquid for miles alongside of the shore. This is due to the warmth of deep underwater currents as well as moist air pushed north by a series of mountains to the south.

Geography
YueDe has a varied landscape mostly consisting of mountains, forests, farmlands and even some sand dunes although too small to be called a desert. The local population has turned most of the flat parts of the island into much needed farmlands that are distributed by trade throughout the Frigid North.

Pre-Imperialism
The island has been known to follow the teaching of the Wandering Scholar who appointed the first Moon Empress and established the Luminescent Council. The first Moon Empress was a student of the Wander Scholar himself. During her reign, she established a precendence of generosity and hospitality and in doing so, led YueDe to become the Frigid North's leading exporter of provisions. For the last thousand years, YueDe has been a sanctuary for the Frigid North throughout its harshest winters.

The current Moon Empress, YueJing, has recently appointed the nations first Grand Commander, General Zhun, a position granted through a controversial event known as the Feast of Red Rice.

Post-Imperilism
YueDe now exists in a state of martial law. Every family must submit all able-bodied between the ages of 13 - 26 to the national army. The national army has invaded nearby islands, most noticeably taking the islands of PonLai and Kong. Attempts have been made to take Inari but have failed disasterously, the most noticeable being the Battle of Cracking Ice.