Romania

Romania is a country that is equivalent to the Byzantine Empire in the real world, occupying the territory of the real-world countries of Greece, Albania, Sicily, Cyprus and Turkey. Its official name is the Empire of the Romans.

Its capital city, Constantinople, is notable for its beauty, as the government went to great lengths to ensure a "Roman aesthetic" throughout the city.

The Emperor of the Romans is not a priest himself, meaning the government is not fully theocratic, but the Eastern Orthodox church plays a significant role in government, with the Ecumenical Patriarch having significant political power and in turn the Emperor has significant religious power.

Romania is considered the defender of the Orthodox faith, protecting Orthodox countries and adherents across the globe.

Romania is significantly more magical than technological, but supports equal rights for Androids.

History
Although the Roman Empire was no longer in a state to ever recover its vast territories, its survival was ensured by victory at the decisive Battle of Manzikert in 1071 which halted Turkish expansion into Asia Minor.

Alliances
Romania is allied to Assyria and Jerusalem.

Notable Characters
Elysia Konstantinou hails from Romania.