Republic of Albia

The Republic of Albia, the Albian Republic or simply Albia is a former set of coastal kingdoms that is characterized by its independence from the Tavaniri Empire and acceptance of magic users and non-humans. It is bordered by the Wynterwyld and the Human Crown to the west, and the Asyrun Barrens and the Tavaniri Empire to the south.

Background
The Republic of Albia formed after a successful rebellion in the Kingdom of Albia. Once Republican forces controlled Albia, they set about conquering many nearby kingdoms, eventually culminating in the larger Republic of Albia.

Structure
As a republic, Albia is governed by the rule of law, as well as representatives from its three provinces. Each province possesses its own distinct ethnic groups, and the views of each ethnic group have been known to contribute to indecision in the capital city.

Elven Kingdom
Influence from the Tavaniri Empire has resulted in Albia using similar diplomatic nomenclature, and as such, Albia also refers to the Elven Kingdom as the "Sidhe Kingdom." Albians generally disapprove of the treatment of the Krin, and have placed political pressure on the elves to provide some form of restitution to the Krin and the Elysium Isles.

Tavaniri Empire
Prior to the opening of the Gate, the fledgling nation of Albia experienced difficulties in being recognized by the Tavaniri Empire as being a sovereign nation, but once the Gate had been opened, Albia was one of the first nations to aid the Tavanirians in pushing back the Underworld. The establishment of the Evenweld Pact marked a landmark in Albian history, as they were officially recognized by the empire and brought into the international fold. Both nations maintain an embassy in the capital of the other nation.