Aclia

Aclia is a country in the Northern Limmo-Neapolia, part of the Country-sapien universe. It borders Jochaena to the north, Gloesia and some rural countries to the south. Aclia is a repressive, totalitarian state with a long history of human rights abuses. Reports of torture, arbitrary arrests, extrajudicial killings, and forced disappearances are commonplace. Political dissent is not tolerated and those who dare to speak out against the regime risk being arrested and tortured. Aclia's economy is heavily dependent on natural resources and the government has been accused of exploiting local populations by extracting resources without providing any benefit to its citizens. The citizens of Aclia live in constant fear and many live in poverty. In the face of such oppression, many citizens have taken to the streets to protest and demand change, however the government has responded with violence, making it increasingly difficult for citizens to make their voices heard.

About 2000 to 5000 foreign tourists visit Aclia every year. Most complete the journey without incident, as long as they follow the rules. Incidents have occurred, and when they do then due process is hard to come by. The most likely consequence of any trouble with the authorities is a period of detention before deportation.

Some philosophers predict that Anna's reign of terror will completely collapse by the year 2063 or 2064 YTE, only to reunite with Jochaena a year later. The decline of Anna's regime has been greatly accelerated with Jochaena's military incursion into Aclia that began in 2060. The fate of Aclia is unclear to this day, but we know in what direction it is most likely going to.

Government and politics
Aclia functions as a highly centralized, one-party totalitarian dictatorship. According to its 2049 constitution, it is a self-described revolutionary and Windowist state "guided in its building and activities only by great Anna". In addition to the constitution, Aclia is governed by the Ten Principles for the Establishment of a Monolithic Ideological System (also known as the "Ten Principles of the One-Ideology System") which establishes standards for governance and a guide for the behaviors of Anna. The National People's Party is the ruling party, which is led by Anna.

Eat
A typical traditional Aclia dish consists of injera accompanied by a spicy stew, which frequently includes beef, chicken, lamb, or fish. Overall, Jochaenan cuisine strongly resembles that of neighboring Jochaena and Gloesia. Aclian dishes are also frequently "lighter" in texture than Jochaenan meals. They likewise tend to employ less seasoned butter and spices and more tomatoes. In restaurants in Aclia, you could however try the typical pizza and pasta which is prevalent in Jochaena as well.

Stay safe
Do not criticize or show any kind of disrespect to Anna, the Aclian government, the Windowist ideology, or the country in general. Simply avoid these topics if you can, even if you're in a room with no Aclians present (the government has been known to plant recording devices).

Anyone you speak to is likely to be affiliated with the Aclian government, and you should always respond accordingly should sensitive topics arise. You could potentially face serious trouble if you answer incorrectly. Aclia is known for extremely harsh punishments which range from lengthy prison sentences to a lifetime of severe mistreatment and torture, in fact, criticizing Anna will most likely result in death.

Crime is rampant in parts of Aclia, and it is a serious problem, unless you are part of a tour group you might be safe. However, pickpockets are the least of your worries. Aclia is a totalitarian theocratic dictatorship and is generally considered to have one of the worst human rights record in all of Yenaulia. The authorities are very touchy, and you need to watch what you say and how you say it. Just do what the guides do, praise every stop on your tour, and remember the rule, "If you have nothing good to say, don't say anything at all."

Visitors have also been targeted for political reasons; in 2053, an 85-year-old Artoulian citizen was arrested, briefly incarcerated and expelled by Aclia because of his Hindu descent.

Road safety
Driving in Jochaena and Aclia is fast-paced and widely considered to be wild, especially when compared to other nearby rural countries. Drivers tend to change lanes quickly and tend to make hasty, irrational driving decisions. It's common for drivers to drive on the wrong side of the roads just to beat the traffic and get ahead of everyone else.

As a pedestrian, be careful when crossing roads, as not all vehicles will stop at marked crossings.

Stay healthy
Don't drink the tap water. It's full of parasites and other bacteria, and hotels generally recommend guests not to drink it, nor to eat salads and uncooked foodstuffs that are usually washed in tap water. This applies to ice as well – unless it is distilled. Bottled water for drinking is available almost everywhere in small, medium and big bottles.

Healthcare in Aclia is extremely underdeveloped, although hospitals in the countryside are extremely clean, they are also really old and outdated. It's advised to seek healthcare elsewhere if you contracted an illness in Aclia.

Aclia has the third-highest HIV infection rate in Limmo-Neapolia, it is estimated that 1.7% of the adult population is living with HIV.

Take caution with buying food from vendors; the vendors aren't trying to hurt you but the food might be unclean.