[hider=Nation Status] [b]Current Leader/Government: Sarantsa Uiun Pepelu, Dynasty[/b] [b]Settlements Owned:[/b] 3 [b]Provinces Owned:[/b] 1 [b]Population:[/b] 33,000 [b]Standing Army:[/b] [indent][img]http://fc06.deviantart.net/fs71/f/2012/173/b/f/kingfisher_animation_compilation_by_nekonyaanyaa-d54hiwy.gif[/img] - Kingfisher (Speardiver division) / 380 / Spread at key borders and within the capital / Morale 75% [img]http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2012/161/a/2/hummingbird_by_nekonyaanyaa-d52y6hi.gif[/img] - Hummingbird (Bow division) / 660 /Spread at key borders and within the capital / Morale 80% - Envoy Guards / 20 + 40 / Aboard Envoy Fleet / Morale 100%[/indent] [b]Standing Navy:[/b] [indent]- Fleet of Fog / 13 light vessels / 2 medium vessels / 0 heavy vessels / Anchored in On'on / 100% - Envoy Fleet / 2 light vessels / 0 medium vessels / 0 heavy vessels / En route to the Achnon Republic / 100%[/indent] [b]Population Happiness:[/b] 80% [b]Imports:[/b] - [b]Exports:[/b] Fish, Pearls [b]Wealth:[/b] Average[/hider] [center][b][u]Avatar of the Phoenix - Rising from the ashes.[/u][/b][/center] With the throne entrusted to the young princess of Uaruneria, comes a time of change as plans to improve the nation's wealth were set into motion. The previously isolated nation are now seeking to grow their position in the grand theater of inter-nation diplomacy and trade. The first step begins with improving relations with Uaruneria's neighbors and establishing trade routes to further prosper the avianfolk. Regardless, this is seemingly a huge task for the young queen. What with her matriarch being the much celebrated hero who have lead the enslaved race into freedom and independence; the legendary Phoenix herself. However, it remains a family secret - known only by the members of the royal family for the sake of the previous queen's safety. "Mother, the ships are prepared to set sail." Pepelu beckoned at her mother, seemingly nervous with her first diplomatic voyage as she adjusted her garments which never seemed to feel right. It was a finely crafted robe, decorated with elaborate embroidery secured comfortably with a warm sash around her tummy. The elderly avian, whom had aged well throughout the years is clearly beaming with pride at her only flesh and blood. Her smiles gave a sense of calmness and reassured Pepelu. "I bid you luck, my child - my queen," she spoke while embracing the young queen in her arms. Nine years had passed since she first felt her child in her stomach's embrace, and now before her a capable leader. She released her embrace and placed a small peck on Pepelu's forehead. Pepelu shook her vibrant wings of blue as a sign of embarrassment, but it made her mother chuckle a little. "Now go, the journey is long. You shan't have your men wait any longer than they need to." Pepelu bowed and hastily made her way to the port, where the naval pride of Uaruneria; the Fleet of Fog is anchored. Two of the sturdiest light transport vessels in the nation were chosen, to assure the safe travels of the young queen. Aboard them, were 20 Kingfishers and 40 Hummingbirds - evenly distributed between both vessels. Several noteworthy officials were aboard as well, to provide assistance or advise to their queen in worldly affairs. Food and provisions for the journey were already prepared the night before. Final checks were being made as the crew of both vessels patiently waited for the arrival of their queen. The salty sea breeze playfully twirled her long hair of silver as Pepelu boarded the sea vessel Jhuria, accompanied by the sister ship Herantsa. Without delay, both ships set forth to the neighboring nation of the Achnon Republic in hopes of establishing good relations - and perhaps even coming to an agreement of trade between avianfolk and gnomes.