Virswa

Virswa, officially known as the La Républic de Virswa, is a in the central portion of the continent of Artemia in Anterra. The country maintains a very large degree of autonomy simply because it is surrounded by enemy nations. The purpose of the government is to keep Virswa running as well as dealing with matters of state such as foreign affairs. As of 2019, the estimated population of Virswa is 21,893,100 people across an area covering 221,275km2. Due to the country be surrounded by enemy nations a very strong military tradition was born. Most men having served in the Armed forces. Most civilians own firearms purely for self-defense reasons.

Virswa is an absolute monarchy where the monarch holds supreme autocratic power. That said the monarch must tread very carefully to avoid another bloody civil war. Which would ultimately end the country for good as neighboring nations would take advantage and attack Virswa.

As the first homo-sapiens became more sedentary they settled down in the area with the most potential. One of these area was the land that was to become Virswa. They settled down in the land due to the high abundance of

Etymology
The origins of the name Virswa are highly disputed. The more recognized origin is from the word Virtuous signifying conforming to moral and ethical principles; morally excellent; upright. The other suspected origin is and the more likely one was uttered by a very drunk Émile Jooseppi. Most likely asking for the regional wine Vigne-de-la-loire.