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: ''For the lake, see [[Lake Glacei]]''

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'''Lac Glacei''' is a country situated along the northern shores of [[Lake Glacei|the eponymous lake]] with which it shares its name. Located in the heart of northeastern [[Apollonia]], it is a mountainous land of alpine pastures and snowcapped peaks. These glaciers feed the lake, which in turn feeds the [[River Glacei]] that then flows south to the sea. This river is a source of life for the people of eastern Apollonia and has been an important trade route along the north-south axis for many centuries. Although one of the oldest nations on [[Micras]], Lac Glacei has only recently regained its full independence.

== Etymology == 

There has been a longstanding debate as to the origin of the name ''Lac Glacei''. Most historians agree that the lake and surrounding region were named for the snow-covered mountains and frozen lake, which were first viewed by settlers in the midsts of winter, led to the name Lac Glacei, roughly translated as ''Glacier Lake''. However, ancient oral traditions recount a legendary argument between the early leaders of the first expedition to settle Alpreaux. In this account, the Emperor of the United Imperium, [[Jacobus]], arrived shortly after Prince Melvin, King Charles and President [[Peter Hickey]] had already established a base camp, in order to inspect the settlement. The tale relates that the Emperor demanded the three sovereigns pay him homage. Considering themselves equals, they loudly refused, with Hickey stating ''"You can be the Emperor of Ice Cream for all I care!"''. Not able to understand Rocentian, he mistook the insult as a compliment, and asked King Charles to translate. Charles translated the statement as Emperor of Lac Glacei, which delighted Jacobus (and infuriated Hickey even further), and the name stuck. From then on, Jacobus and Hickey would continue to quarrel, eventually becoming bitter enemies.

In some historical documents, particularly from those in Shireroth, Lac Glacei is spelt ''Lac Glacie''.

== Geography ==

[[Lake Glacei]] (also called Lac Glacei) is a glacial lake formed by the retreating glaciers that once covered much of northern Apollonia during the ice age some 15,000 years ago. Many of the higher mountains and valleys still retain much of the original glacial ice, which slowly melts and continuously feeds the lake. The lake itself is a large, low-lying valley whose outlet is the [[River Glacei]] which, in turn, flows south past [[Lontinien]] to Cognito Sea. Lake Glacei accounts for over 30% of Apollonia's fresh water and as such is considered a vital aquifer for the continent. The Grand Duchy itself has a varied geography and climate, extending from Arctic regions in the north, such as [[Vaan Aujoen]], to a temperate climate with mild winters in the southern areas, such as [[Cognito]] and [[Jacaringia]]. Mountainous areas experience more varied temperatures, such as [[Heathersland]], [[Edelweiss]], [[Lorelei]], and [[Glacei]]. [[Balduvien]] and [[Saksenlant]] experience a more sub-arctic oceanic climate, while the inland areas such as [[Anglien]] and [[Eesdeheito]] are more temperate, being buffered as they are by the bay of the [[Violette Sea]].

=== Climate ===

Lac Glacei is located in the higher inland elevations of [[Apollonia]], situated among a series of mountains and valleys. The Lac Glaceian climate is generally temperate, but can vary greatly between different regions. Glacial conditions can exist on the mountaintops, while dry summer conditions exist simultaneously along the shores of the lake. Summers tend to be warm and humid at times with periodic rainfall so they are ideal for pastures and grazing.

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=== Agriculture ===

Primary agriculture in Lac Glacei is pastured livestock, such as sheep, goats, pigs, horses and cows. Sheep and dairy farming make up approximately 40% of all agriculture. Vegetable farms are primarily excluded in all but the level valley floors and along the lake shoreline, but due to environmental regulations farming along the lake has been restricted. With limited access to natural resources, the forest belt between the valleys and mountain tree line is protected by law. As such, forestry oversight ensures sustainable practices are used in harvesting timber and development. Grazing, primarily of hardier stock such as goats and yaks, resumes above the tree line, but much more sparsely.

=== Flora and fauna ===
{{main|Flora and fauna of Lac Glacei}}

Lac Glacei has a diverse array of flora and fauna. The shift in climate between the low-lying valleys and the higher mountains provides a diverse environment for both types. Besides the forest belt, much of the landscape has been denuded by centuries of grazing animals. In recent years, environmental regulations have helped to conserve and restore damaged ecosystems. Numerous rare ephemeral flowers have been identified on the slopes of the higher mountains.

== History ==
: ''See also: [[Timeline of Lac Glacei]]''

Lac Glacei was founded somewhere around 0-12 ASC (the original records have long since been lost to time) by a trio of some of Micras' earliest nations; the Kingdom of [[Tulsa]], the [[United Imperium]], and the Republic of [[Rocentia]]. These three nations were seeking to expand their collective footprints on Apollonia and were competing with the rapidly expanding nations of the Apollo Sector. Thus they combined their forces to establish Lac Glacei. The first settlers to arrive in the area came upon the lake in winter, which was frozen solid, and remarking upon the giant sheet of ice named it Lac Glacei.

The initial force was led by Prince Charles of Tulsa and Prince Melvin of the [[United Imperium]], half brothers united by marriage. Under orders from [[Jacobus Kahunamea|Emperor Jacobus]], they established the first settlement along the northern shores of the lake, Alpreaux. The settlement prospered but did not grow as quickly as hoped. It survived as a small patronage of the Emperor until it was united with the southern settlement of [[Cognito]]. For several decades Cognito and Lac Glacei were an inseparable pair and a significant part of the United Imperium's land holdings; albeit with a rather diminutive population.

When the [[United Imperium]] opted to join [[Tymaria]] with many other Micran nations, Cognito and Lac Glacei were joined as well. But when Tymaria collapsed into civil war, Cognito and Lac Glacei became a subdivision within [[Shireroth]]. For a while, it was part of [[Elwynn]], which was then known as the [[Barony of Elwynn and Lac Glacei]] (1504–1509 AN). Shireroth then neglected the region for decades, before quitting the region entirely, relinquishing its claims to the territory. After this, the local leaders gathered and decided to invest the state in the form of a Grand Duchy, electing Orion I as the first Grand Duke. Shireroth wasn't pleased with the development of an independent Lac Glacei and soon came into conflict as it attempted to reassert its claims over the region. The Shirerithians were dealt a further blow when Jacobus, Emperor of the United Imperium, recognized Orion as the legitimate Grand Duke.

In the aftermath of the conflict, Shireroth and Lac Glacei negotiated the [[Centerflying Treaty]], which gave territorial control back to Shireroth, but provided Lac Glacei with continued autonomy. Shireroth would again later abandon the territory, but without a suitable defense the region was soon conquered by hordes from Great Kesh to the north and incorporated into the realms of [[Gralus]]. It remained under Gralan control for several centuries, during which time the local Lac Glaceian population was primarily subdued, relegated to hiding in the inaccessible mountain valleys.

After the collapse of Gralus, the area was conquered by [[Stormark]], who incorporated it into the region of [[Eesdeheito]]. While the Storish allowed some greater freedoms, the Lac Glaceians still remained under the heel of a foreign power. Stormark's efforts to spread the influence of the Vanic Church over the area met with fierce resistance, resulting in many deaths. But with the demise of Stormark the yoke of oppression was lifted from the Lac Glaceians, who inhaled freedom like a breath of fresh air, and quickly went about rebuilding their small community. Stormark's complete collapse in 7732 ASC opened the door for Lac Glacei to begin rebuilding as an independent nation. By a stroke of luck, the Grand Duke's heir, Orion II, was found living under a name given by his foster parents in a remote valley of the [[Glacei Mountains]]. The return of the Grand Duke and regained independence ushered in what became known as the [[Lac Glacei Grand Revival]] Era.

The former capital of Alpreaux had been ruined by years of warfare, and was deemed not suitable for defense as it was located in a valley, so a new capital was built nearby and christened Monte Glacei. The new capital was situated on a tall hill overlooking the lake and providing a defensible high ground against invaders. Taking advantage of the picturesque and fertile lands, the Grand Duchy has since prospered and become a bustling nation that thrives on a successful combination of tourism and agriculture.

More recently the Grand Duchy added the regions of [[Caronia]] and [[Jacaringia]] to its territorial holdings. Caronia is a small successor state populated by ethnic Garonians, an ancient state once found north of the Glacei Mountains. Jacaringia is a new territory created by splitting [[Cognito]] into two smaller territories. These eastern claims represent the extent of Lac Glacei's territorial ambitions in the area, with the Grand Duke upholding [[Hurmu|Hurmu's]] claims over [[Eesdeheito]]. Instead the Grand Duke is focusing on reclaiming the western frontier, especially in regaining the remaining lost lands of [[Lorelei]], as well as those of [[Heathersland]] and [[Edelweiss]], the latter two of which still remain fully under control by barbarians of [[the Green]].

In late 1695 AN, following a series of unprecedented attacks by pirates along the [[Strait of Pearls]], the grand duchy undertook [[Military Operations of Lac Glacei|Operation Underlord]], and launched an invasion of [[Norsmandy]] to the north of the [[Tigra Isles]]. The local population was persuaded to accept Lac Glaceian sovereignty and was officially annexed to the grand duchy on 7.1695 AN. The inclusion of Norsmandy proved to be essential in reducing piracy along the straits and improving relations with the neighboring [[Dark Berry Islands]].

In 1696 AN, the grand duchy launched [[Military Operations of Lac Glacei|Operation Maximus]], which realized the long-term objectives of regaining the lost cantons of [[Edelweiss]] and [[Heathersland]]. While military forces were used in forcing out the usurpers of Edelweiss, diplomacy prevailed in Heathersland, with the dynastic heirs of Thornsburg being granted title to their lands in exchange for recognizing Lac Glaceian sovereignty. This pushed the grand duchy's borders much further north and west and provided a significant boost to the economy and access to natural resources.

1697 saw a joint Taskforce established with [[Hurmu]] that pushed the boundaries of [[Eesdeheito]] back to nearly their original extent, all the way to the [[Violette Sea]]. Within the same year the Riel Expedition was able to establish control over the major port city of [[Jorvik]]. The state-owned [[Heath Development Corporation]] began investment into amethyst mines in Eesdeheito, bringing an influx of jobs to the region and significant profits to Lac Glacei.

In 1698 the Riel Expedition concluded with the successful establishment of trading ports in [[Vaan Aujoen]] and the [[Purple Isles]], with both becoming Lac Glacei's first overseas territories. The overwhelming success of the expedition was such that the Grand Duke awarded the isle of Rielrar to Luis Riel as a personal fiefdom. Riel's ancestry is traced back to the island, and he promptly established the trading port of Monteriel on the ruins of the ancient Gralan city of Rielrar. Also in the same year, the government announced it would be investing in rebuilding the ancient [[Northstar Spaceport|Gralan star dock]], and that the Grand Duchy would be embarking on a space program. Reconstruction began in late 1698, with Montriel and Eesdehaven serving as major industry points to service the new facility.

In early 1700 the grand duchy embarked on an ambitious project with [[Meckelnburgh]] to restore the [[Nurthaven and Antruusbuurg Canal]] to improve commerce in the [[Clear Sea]]. The project will also increase trade relations with neighboring [[Jääland]].

By 1702 the Grand Duke had issued the Kloss Proclamation which made it written policy that Lac Glacei officially claimed the throne of [[Cranda]] and [[Arminy]] and, by virtue, extended its sphere of influence over territories within those former regions. Special exceptions to these claims were granted to [[Hurmu]], [[Arbor]], [[Meckelnburgh]] and [[Jaaland]]. Immediate gains would be the liberation of lands granted to Lac Glacei by the [[Diet of the Clear Sea]]. To officiate this the Grand Duke ordered the taking of [[Arminsburg]], home of the Crandish throne, which would serve as the Summer Palace of the royal family. Lac Glaceian armies proceeded to liberate the remaining northern half of [[Lorelei]] and all of [[Kloss]] from [[the Green|hostile forces]]. With the success of this operation Kloss became Lac Glacei's tenth canton.

In 1704 the Grand Duchy became embroiled in the [[Arboric Civil War]] after allied forces in Hurmu were attacked by hostile soldiers under the command of Barikalus. The execution of the Emir, with whom the Grand Duke had personally signed treaty, proved to be the tipping point in which full commitment was made to become involved. An allied force comprised of military units from Hurmu, Lac Glacei and Arbor loyalists defeated Barikalus. As a result, Arbor was divided into three occupation zones - one of which is to be administered by Lac Glacei and is known as [[Frankish Cognito]] - until 1708 when the territory will be transferred back to Arbor. As reparation for the war, Lac Glacei will receive some of this territory permanently. Those areas ceded already have a majority Lac Glaceian population from the area's long history as part of [[Cognito]].

Legislation passed in 1705 was aimed at rectifying years of sidelining the indigenous [[Mala'anje]] population by establishing the [[Mala'anje Repatriation Act]]. The act laid claim to some portions of the former [[Cyberia|Cyberian]] province of Mala, including Windsor Island, as the Mala'anje First Nation Territory (FNT). The effort provides the Mala'anje with a dedicated homeland territory and autonomy in self-governance. Mala'anje settlers began arriving in the territory in 1707 and began a concerted effort to establish new settlements. The effort also gained the Grand Duchy new relations with the [[Imperial Federation]], granting them a long-term lease for a military base and opening up trade and the possibility for greater cooperation in the future.

The collapse of [[Jaaland]] in 1708 prompted the deployment of elements of GARD to [[Hellistelli]] and Kesaranta, joining an international force comprised of humanitarian relief units from [[Meckelnburgh]] and [[Hurmu]]. Primary objectives are to stabilize the region and provide security for civilians, distribute humanitarian aid, including food and medical care. Security was also increased around the [[Nurthaven and Antruusbuurg Canal]] and military forces seized the [[Jaaland Bridge]] in order to keep it open for humanitarian relief. GARD units were dispatched with a joint force sent by [[Meckelnburgh]] to provide security and humanitarian relief to the rest of Jaaland. Following these events the Grand Duchy supported Meckelnburgh's incorporation of the region as [[Iselande]] and withdrew its security forces back home. The Canal and Jaaland Bridge have both since reopened to normalized traffic.

Following the deaths of Orion II and King Johann IV, this led to the [[Succession Crisis of 1713]] and the marriage of Duke Augustin to Princess Ilse of [[Angsax]] and the merger of the two realms. Augustin was promoted to Grand Duke and officially accepted the title of monarch of both Lac Glacei and the Anglo-Saksen Commonwealth upon assumption of his duties. The new Grand Duke then began the slow process of integrating the two nations together in a manner wherein both peoples will find the outcome equitable. Augustin's first actions were to declare a halt to any further expansion of Lac Glacei's borders, instead indicating in his ''State of the Nation'' address that the Grand Duchy needed to focus on infrastructural development and restoring the industrial might of the Crandish Republic. In 1715 the Grand Duke formally assumed the honorific title of heir to the throne of [[Arminy]] through his marriage to Ilse.

Since 1715 the Grand Duke has kept Lac Glacei on a fairly strict isolationist policy, keeping the Grand Duchy out of international affairs and even among other countries on [[Apollonia]]. The only major diplomatic efforts have been to continue infrastructural development with direct neighbors, such as [[Meckelnburgh]] and [[Ashinthael]]; with, to a lesser extent, [[Çakaristan]] and [[Hurmu]]. Otherwise government focus has been entirely internal, with efforts being made to integrate the Arminian states further and expand public services to the north, such as mass transit and an increased availability of healthcare providers. These efforts have proven largely successful to date, as new road and rail initiatives are already planned to link up with Meckelnburgh and their own efforts to increase transportation accessibility.

In the fifteen years between 1715-1730, the kingdom embarked on a period of relative isolationism. While participating in ongoing endeavors with neighbors, such as strengthening border connections with Meckelnburgh, Çakaristan and Vegno, very little emphasis was placed on international affairs besides tending to overseas territories. Most efforts were instead placed on ongoing industrialization efforts in the former Arminian states. This includes upgrading antiquated infrastructure, especially public utilities/roads, and bringing manufacturing in line with modern standards and technology, as well as safety. 1730 also brought about the marriage of [[Kenneth MacMartin]], crown prince of [[Moorland]], to [[Annalise fonn Arminsbuurg]], princess of Lac Glacei, strengthening the kingdom's ties with [[Keltia]].

The [[Karmic Collapse of 1744]] was an unexpected turn for Lac Glacei when the magical elements that had long existed within the Grand Duchy - especially in the former realm of [[Gralus]] - suddenly dissipated. Users of magic, such as sorcerers at St. Nova's Academy, suddenly found their ability to call on the natural mana of magic gone. Some attributed this to the collapse of [[Ashinthael]] to the southwest, which for centuries had held up the torch of magic from the long ages past of [[Menelmacar]]. To help stave off the loss of rare magical species, some were captured and sent abroad to those places where magic was still practiced, such as [[Aemilia]]. Nonetheless, numerous others were lost or disappeared outright, such as the rare dragons, who were said to have fled back into the bowels of the earth. The change brought about a drastic economic shift for certain areas, especially in the north country, like [[Saksenlant]] and [[Kloss]], who both relied heavily on the trade of potions, magical items, and magic training. The loss was significant enough to see an economic recession in these areas, which the government has been trying ardently to mitigate.

* Death of Augustin in 1752, his son Orion III taking power
** Crisis... TBA

== Government and Politics ==
{{see also|Foreign relations of Lac Glacei|Royalty of Lac Glacei}}
[[File:Lgmap bigpolitical.PNG|right|250px|thumb|Map of Lac Glacei circa 1690]]

Lac Glacei is a primarily democratic state, with a parliamentary democracy headed by a constitutional monarch. Executive power is exercised by the grand duke and the duke's council, which consists of several other ministers. The Constitution of Lac Glacei, the supreme law of Lac Glacei, was adopted in 2339 ASC. The grand duke has the power to dissolve the legislature, in which case new elections must be held within three months. However, since 1691 AN, sovereignty has resided with the nation, exercised by the grand duke in accordance with the Constitution and the law.

Legislative power is vested in the Chamber of Deputies, a unicameral legislature of sixty-seven members, who are directly elected to five-year terms from four constituencies. A second body, the Council of State, composed of twenty-one ordinary citizens appointed by the grand duke, advises the Chamber of Deputies in the drafting of legislation.

Lac Glacei has three lower tribunals (Alpreaux, Monte Glacei, and Jardinais), two district tribunals (Monte Glacei and Jardinais), and a Superior Court of Justice (Monte Glacei), which includes the Court of Appeal and the Court of Cassation. There is also an Administrative Tribunal and an Administrative Court, as well as a Constitutional Court, all of which are located in the capital.

=== Administrative divisions ===

Lac Glacei is divided into ten cantons; [[Glacei]], [[Jardinais]], [[Lorelei]], [[Caronia]], [[Jacaringia]], [[Norsmandy]] (including [[Jorvik]]), [[Edelweiss]], [[Heathersland]], [[Kloss]] and [[Cognito]]. In addition, the cities of [[Monte Glacei]], [[Alpreaux]], [[Seivannavik]] and [[Rhinford]] are designated communes.

The seven kingdoms of [[Angsax]] are governed under the [[Commonwealth Act of 1714]] that grants them limited autonomy while recognizing the Grand Duke as monarch and head-of-state. The Chamber of Deputies was expanded by the special act to allow each of the seven king's to obtain a seat.

[[Vaan Aujoen]] and the [[Purple Isles]] are administered as overseas territories that are granted special privileges to elect their own leaders.

[[Rousilion]] is an overseas territory administered by the Department of Defense.

[[Eesdeheito]] is a special zone administered as a joint condominium with [[Hurmu]].

The [[Mala]] First Nation is an autonomous region governed jointly by Lac Glacei and the [[Imperial Federation]].

=== Defense ===
{{see also|Military Operations of Lac Glacei}}

National security is provided for by the [[Glaceian Army Reserve Department]] (GARD), which oversees the army, navy and air force. The Grand Duke has vested powers as commander-in-chief, but the ability to declare war rests with the legislature.

== Culture ==
{{see also|Places of interest in Lac Glacei}}

Lac Glaceian culture is the result of intermingling cultures beginning with its early settlement. Being the joint venture of three nations resulted in an influx of settlers from vastly different cultures. The greatest migration came from [[Cyberia]], the original home of Emperor [[Jacobus]], who relocated to Lac Glacei and Cognito, where he held court at [[Ergo Sum]]. After Jacobus was ousted from Cyberia, he and many imperialist Cyberians fled across the sea to settle in Lac Glacei. The second largest settler migration came from [[Rocentia]]. Although the Rocentian political state eventually came to directly oppose the imperialist Jacobites, a great deal of Rocentians sided with the Emperor and opted to settle in Lac Glacei. The third and smallest settler migration came from [[Tulsa]], which transplanted a large number of native Keltians to Apollonia. This collection of diverse cultures helped shape the early ethnology of Lac Glacei.

Jacobus was smitten with the ancient Cyberian (Latin/French) language and forced its continued use on the population over modern Cyberian (English). This is reflected in many place names throughout the country.

=== Traditions ===
{{see also|Public holidays in Lac Glacei}}
December 10th is a major holiday known as Emperor Day and celebrates the birthday of Emperor Jacobus. The holiday started as a fete and homage to the Emperor, but transitioned into a national holiday over the course of several centuries. It is now considered more of a family holiday, wherein most businesses are closed (including schools). It is traditional for a family member to dress up as the Emperor and give presents to the children, and for families to gather together for a dinner feast.

==== Religion ====
{{see also|Alpinist religion}}
The Alpine Temple is an offshoot of the ancient Church of Cranda, which originated with the [[Arminy|Arminian]] tribes of [[Slobovia]], [[Cranda]], [[Northworthy]] and other early Upper Apollonia states. The followers of the Alpine Temple worship the great philosopher Arktela, whose teachings and meditations were gathered in the Book of Observations and passed down from generation to generation. Arktela herself was an early priestess of Cranda who was active as a missionary and traveled across much of northeastern Apollonia. She was canonized as a saint after her death, whereupon small temples began to arise based on her teachings. These eventually morphed into the Alpine Temple of today.

== Demographics ==

The country has a total population of 22,091,877 citizens according to the 1752 census.
 
=== Main ethnic groups ===

The following was the ethnic breakdown of the country, according to the 1752 census:
*Lac Glaceians: 9,223,804
*[[Anglo-Saksens]]: 5,956,307
*Crandish: 2,949,956
*[[Hurmudan|Hurmudans]]: 1,125,726
*[[Gralan people|Gralans]]: 1,052,000
*Jardinaians: 706,870
*Slobs: 560,029
*Frankish: 420,192
*[[Mala'anje|Mala]]: 353,928
*[[Jawnetka|Lontinians]]: 112,374
*Others: 114,513

=== Population per division ===

{| class="wikitable sortable"
! Division !! Population
|-
| {{team flag|Anglien}} || 606,938
|-
| {{team flag|Balduvien}} || 617,820
|-
| {{team flag|Caronia}} || 2,781,503
|-
| {{team flag|Cognito}} || 3,220,040
|-
| {{team flag|Edelweiss}} || 503,755
|-
| {{team flag|Eesdeheito}} || 705,284
|-
| {{team flag|Frankish Cognito}} || 520,340
|-
| {{team flag|Glacei}} || 3,945,504
|-
| {{team flag|Heathersland}} || 547,405
|-
| {{team flag|Jacaringia}} || 2,291,804
|-
| {{team flag|Jardinais}} || 971,334
|-
| {{team flag|Jorvik}} || 1,075,726
|-
| {{team flag|Jutien}} || 482,562
|-
| {{team flag|Kloss}} || 560,307
|-
| {{team flag|Lorelei}} || 540,029
|-
| {{team flag|Mala|flag}} [[Mala|Mala First Nation]] || 411,928
|-
| {{team flag|Norsmandy}} || 823,224
|-
| {{team flag|Rousilion}} || 1,159,374
|-
| {{team flag|Saksenlant}} || 579,180
|-
| {{team flag|Vaan Aujoen}} || 244,911
|-
| Total || 22,588,968
|}

== Economy ==

The economy of Lac Glacei is primarily agrarian, but in more recent years has become diversified with new industrial manufacturing and as a major supplier of internet technology. Manufacturing in mostly located in the Glacei Canton where a small but growing steel industry has taken root in the mountainous inland regions. More widespread, the internet and computer technology industry has grown throughout the country, mostly in the lakefront cities. The focus on high-tech industry came about as a means to provide revenue in an area that lacked any other marketable resource. Outside the cities the country relies strongly on agricultural output as the main means of revenue. Jardinais has a strong industry in exporting cut flowers and nursery-grown plants worldwide. Besides the aforementioned industries, Lac Glacei has become a major tourist destination, with some 7 million visitors per year. The pharmaceutical industry has also taken root with the opening of two new manufacturers in Rhinford, with medical exports now being sold globally.

Lac Glacei's only far-flung colony, [[Mala]], maintains a semi-independent economy that is sustained by generous exports of Malan goods - indigenous clothing and textiles, arts and crafts, and an extensive exotic lumber industry (mostly mahogany). Although exports from Apollonia amount to some twenty-percent of Mala's gross imports, most of the other imported goods are from neighboring states such as the [[Imperial Federation]] and [[Nouvelle Alexandrie]]. The shared condominium with the Imperial Federation, ironically, makes it a much more important trade partner with Mala than Lac Glacei itself, even though cultural ties are stronger with the latter.

Money is printed by the government and distributed through the Central Bank of Lac Glacei. Two state-owned foundries produce all coinage, the [[Glaceian blanc]], for the Grand Duchy. Paper currency does not exist (except in the form of cheques, money orders, etc). All coins contain about 80-90% silver.

== Infrastructure ==

=== Air Transit ===

The country's largest international airport is Alpreaux International. AirGlacei is the largest passenger jet service in the country, although it is considered a small company in comparison to global airlines. A smaller international airport has been constructed in Monte Glacei, mostly due to the increased business demands outpacing the older airport at Alpreaux. Ergo Sum also has an airport but it is much older, dating back to Cyberia, and requires significant upgrades. Plans are also in the works to construct an airport at Maximsburg in order to provide air transit to the western frontier.

=== Road Transit ===

Highway 1 is Lac Glacei's major thoroughfare and runs in a loop around [[Lake Glacei]], connecting at the trestle bridge in [[Rhinford]]. Its map designation is H1. The highway connects all major cities of Lac Glacei, providing efficient transit and accessibility during times of conflict.

In 1694 [[AN]] the grand duchy began talks with [[Senya]] and [[Çakaristan]] to extend the [[Apollonian Express]] through Lac Glacei, which would provide transcontinental passenger rail service. 

=== Mass Transit ===

The Grand Duchy is a strong proponent of mass transit as both an economical and environmental means of transportation. Since the country's inception it has been an active partner in the [[Apollonian Express]]. Nearly every part of Lac Glacei is accessible by passenger and freight rail. Subways are also available in most major cities. An active ferry service also runs along the [[Strait of Pearls]], in the [[Purple Isles]], and in [[Vaan Aujoen]].


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