Yorudbynbad

X of Yorudbynbad Yerutbínbát (Yerutian) Yorutbínbát (Ekuostian)
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Capital		Yorudbynbad
Official languages		Yerutian Ekuostian
Demonym		Yerutian Yorud
Area
-		106 km2 41 sq mi
Population
-	2015 census	756,200
-	Density	7134/km2 18,477/sq mi
GDP (nominal)		2016 estimate
-	Total	$30.25 billion
-	Per capita	$40,008
Gini (2016)		57 high
HDI (2016)		0.785 high
Time zone		(SCT+2)
Drives on the		right

Yorudbynbad (Yerutian: Yerutbínbát), officially the X of Yorudbynbad, is an independent city-state located in central northern Baredina, specifically at the very tip of the Yorut Peninsula which otherwise belongs to Barradiwa.

History

Yorudbynbad was first settled by fishers, thousands of years ago, and eventually became a stopping place for traders as well. Once the age of sail began, the value of its deep, sheltered harbor was quickly recognized (and fought over). Long a lawless haven for pirates, Yorudbynbad was nominally under the rule of whoever was ruling Barradiwa for most of its history. It received its independence as part of the aftermath of the GEW, probably because Barradiwa didn't want to take responsibility for it anymore. It promptly became known as a haven for fugitives from justice, drug and weapon smuggling, and general decadence.

Geography

Located on the very tip of the Yorut Peninsula, Yorudbynbad is just over 100 square kilometers. It is surrounded to the north, east, and west by the Parshita Sea, and borders Barradiwa to the southwest. The land is generally flat, with some larger hills inland; the coast historically was steeper, but was flattened as the city expanded. Some of this land still protects the deep port that has made Yorudbynbad rich.

The area is known for its good, deep port, as well as beautiful white sand beaches and nearby coral reefs.

Climate

it's real hot

Politics

Government

Yorudbynbad is nominally ruled by a hereditary monarch, but real power rests in the hands of the monarch's advisory council, a mixture of semi-nobility and businessmen. The council is elected by citizens and permanent residents, but elections are tightly controlled by the wealthy, thus making the nation democratic only in the vaguest sense.

Foreign relations

Due to its tiny size, Yorudbynbad relies heavily on Barradiwa for support, protection, and legitimacy. The relationship is often strained, however, due to the criminal activity and smuggling that abounds in the nation. In an attempt to protect the relationship, the Yerutian government has made efforts in recent years to curb the amount of smuggling heading south over the Barradiwan border, although plenty of illegal goods still pass through its port.

Military

The Yerutian Defense Corps (YDC) is the armed force of Yorudbynbad. Its primary role is in border control (e.g. curtailing of smuggling), patrolling the coast, and providing security for the monarch and council. The YDC has approximately 1200 members. It has frequently been accused of collaborating with smugglers, slavers, and organized crime, although these accusations have been soundly denounced by the council.

Economy

Tourism

Tourism is one of Yorudbynbad's major industries, and it is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world.

Demographics

Urbanisation

Yorudbynbad is highly urbanized, with virtually the entire population living within the city itself.

Language

The native language of Yorudbynbad is Yerutian, a close relative of Ekuostian (which is also spoken in the country). Both have official status, but a wide variety of other languages are also spoken in the country.

Education

Free public education is available from 6 to 18 years of age, but is only compulsory through age 14. Many students drop out even before this point to work.

There is at least one university in Yorudbynbad, although its price tag sets it outside the reach of most native Yerutians. Several private schools also exist, although again they are generally only accessible to the wealthy.

Healthcare

In 2016, there was approximately 1 hospital bed in Yorudbynbad per 1000 citizens, for a total of around 775 beds. About 400 of these are at the Royal General Hospital on the north end of the city, primarily catering to foreign visitors and tourists. An additional 250 are at the St. Ástlem Medical Center in the south, and nearly 200 are at Blessed Hope Hospital, in the southwest part of the city. The latter two primarily serve native-born Yerutians.

A number of clinics also provide care throughout the city. Several along the shore cater to foreign medical tourists, offering dubious services such as cancer "cures", allergy relief, and questionable reproductive technology. In the shadier parts of town, organ sales and assisted suicide can also be found.

Religion

Most native Yerutians follow Orthodox Iovism.