Zulia

From Gothpoodle

• Population: 5.5 million
• Aspects: Stable, Fourth Wave

The former Venezuelan state of Zulia stands on the country’s western border, on both sides of the Lago de Maracaibo. Early in the century, long-standing resentment of the central government led to the formation of a peaceful separatist movement. Unfortunately, Zulia was the site of much of the country’s oil wealth, and the Caracas government was determined to retain control. Independence did not come until 2073, by which time Venezuela’s economy had long since been forced to give up dependence on petroleum exports.

Today Zulia has a healthy Fourth Wave economy with a diverse range of local industries. The political situation has been stable since independence, although since about 2090 there has been some trouble with economic and memetic sabotage sponsored by the TSA.