Markovia

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• Official Name: Principality of Markovia
• Capital City: Markovburg (46°00'N 8°57'E)
• Places of Interest: Markovburg, Mendrisio, Melide, and Ponte Tresa
• Major Languages: Markovian and Lombard
• Demonym: Markovian
• Government: Unitary parliamentary constitutional monarchy

• • Prince: Brion (Geo-Force)
  • Prime Minister: Zviad Baazovi
• Area: 433 km²
• Population: 218,436
  • Density: 504.47 km²
• Monetary Unit: Markovian franc
• Major Resources: Gold, banking, electronics, and tourism
• National Defence: Markovian Armed Forces include Army and Air Force
• International Relations: Member of the European Union, Interpol, UNESCO, United Nations, World Health Organisation, and the World Trade Organisation.
• Domestic Metahumans: Geo-Force and Terra
• History: The Principality of Markovia is a tiny Western European nation, which came into prominence when the psychotic Baron Bedlam attempted to stage a coup to overthrow the presiding monarchy. Thanks to a group of superheroes, Bedlam was defeated and Markovia restored to peace. Markovia's Prince Brion was endowed with superpowers, and under the guide of the hero Geo-Force, participated in the battle to free his homeland.
  
  Markovia is currently ruled by Prince Brion, who has apparently abandoned the adventurer's life to return to his official duties.
  
  Markovia is a mountain little nation that is known for its scenic beauty. Although this Principality is noted for its advanced scientific intuitions, Markovia's economy is built largely on tourism. Visitors from all around the world come to Markovia for the splendid skiing and other recreational attractions.