Tatylanea

Lost to memory from those who dwell above, left behind in vague details in only the oldest of myths, Tatylanea lies deep below the oceans waves. Down in the twilight zone of the sea, protected from the leviathan like creatures that swim in its depth, by a great maze crafted from oceanic canyons, is a small country hidden from view. Created by the merfolk who survive beneath the 10th District of Ravnica, Tatylanea is a place filled with history, for not only has it survived civil unrest and military battles, but it has continued to thrive and create through it all. Well protected in the heart of the maze, Tatylanea has not only defended itself from monstrous creatures that rise up from the depth of the ocean, but by rival merfolk who wish to take the peoples home as their own. But Tatylanea has survived, and grown strong, through all of its struggles.
Known for its skilled stone workers, who use both magic and tools to shape the very rock as they see fit, Tatylanea has a thriving artisanal trade with other under water cities. And while some of their brethren may have chosen to make amends with the land dwellers and provide items from their oceans in trade, those from Tatylanea remember the harm that those land locked Ravnicans have done to the world, and refuse to take part in any type of agreement. They chose to keep themselves away from the politics of others, and protect their own piece of the world. For while the people of Tatylanea are known for their great art, they are respected for their warriors, and they are prepared to defend their way of life once again.

Structure

Every five years an official is elected from all cities to lead the four, and the elected officials city becomes the new government center. Their salary for the elected time is directly related to the amount of current debt or credit in Tatylaneas account. After their time of service, Tatylaneas accounts are put into record, and if their was an increase in debt, the previous official will owe time to the city and if their was a lessening of debt, than that official will be rewarded. This provides personal consequences to any individual elected to office.
The elders of each city serve on a board of representatives and assist the elected official with the day to day running of Tatylanea, as well as advice them on difficult decisions.

Territories

Tatylanea encompasses four small cities, each located at a point of the compass. At the northern end of the country, behind the main gate, lies Lanea where the warriors are trained. To the eastern end lies Hapea, the main base for Mercantile creation. To the south lies Katea, where the agricultural fields lay. At the western side is Jalea, where the stone masons and where those who work with the earth live.

Military

The military of Tatylanea consists of experienced warriors who not only patrol outside the gates, keeping dangerous creatures away, but also take care of anyone trespassing inside the maze. From this group of warriors, small groups are set aside to defend the law and protect the citizens within each city.

Technological Level

While the merfolk are extremely strong in the elemental magics, they have very little use for technology. They do though see science and magic as similar studies, and as such have placed many assets into the greater understandings of the ocean at large.

Agriculture & Industry

Two of the cities in Tatylanea provide most of what is needed to stay self-sufficient. Hapea to the East of the gate deals with the mercantile needs of the cities. They are the great crafters of Tatylanea and are known far and wide for the quality of their goods.
Katea to the South of the gate provides for the agricultural needs of the cities. There the farmers grow the food and crops that feed all four cities, and watch over the land.

Education

The children of the four cities are given a basic education in matters of math, history and government. When they reach puberty, all children are tested to see where their potential lies, and how best they can serve Tatylanea and are matched with a mentor. While most individuals are interested in the arts, marital included, all positions are deemed of equal worth.

Type

Geopolitical, Country

Training Level

Elite

Veterancy Level

Experienced

Government System

Democracy, Presidential

Power Structure

Confederation

Economic System

Barter system

Major Exports

The great stonework, and abilities of the stonemasons, are a very desired item of trade.

Legislative Body

The legislative body is determined based upon the city where the current executive head lives. Each of the four cities in Tatylanea have a building specified for government work, and when not in use, is that cities ceremonial building.

Judicial Body

Trained in Lanea, a small group of warriors are dedicated to the protection of citizens and enforcement of laws within each city.