>>5723099The small island nation of Sardinia begins its rise to power. Governed by the enigmatic Efisio, the island was once under the Eastern Roman Empire, considered a province. Considered a lost province by the Byzantines, Sardinia was largely left to its own devices. Ruled by a group of noble families, Efisio came to prominence after promising to unite the island in hopes of greater goals. At times, however, it is still a challenge to get the noble families to cooperate with one another. Its capital is the metropolitan city of Cagliari.
Religiously, Sardinia is a Christian nation, and given its relatively isolated status, doesn't have any political or religious rivals to note of. It is, however, closest to the Holy Roman Empire (HRE), due to that nation's ownership over the northern island of Corsica.
Geographically, Sardinian lands are largely of a temperate, warm, and mild climate, owing to its island nature. Considered to be a paradise by many, it also has a number of mountains and other impressive land features, as well as natural cork tree forests which are a large boon to their already significant ability to trade.
Militarily, they are not known for having a powerful army, but the navies are suitable for the defense of the island, which is already difficult to invade due to the sea itself. Their best units are small, but heavily armed sloops.
