Nine Headed Dragon Archipelago Union

The Nine-Headed Dragon Archipelago Union is a collection of islands that is one of two nations that is not physically connected to the main continent of Landia.

Location
The Nine-Headed Dragon Archipelago Union is a group of islands located off the southeastern coast of the Kingdom of Friedonia.

History
The Nine-Headed Dragon Archipelago Union was once the home of the Sea Serpent race, but due to a civil war hundreds of years ago, Excel Walter's people were driven out and caused them to become pirates, eventually leading to the founding of Lagoon City, 500 years before the summoning of Kazuya Souma. It is said that each island is ruled separately, but all swear allegiance to the Nine-Headed Dragon King. Incidentally, due to being a maritime state, most if not all of its citizens come from fishing villages and such and speak with a seafaring slang. One of the stars of the Lorelei Project, Nanna Kamizuki, is actually an immigrant from the Archipelago.

Currently, the Union is in conflict with the Friedonia over fishing rights as ships from the Archipelago are invading the waters near Friedonia's coastline.

Governance
The Nine-Headed Dragon Archipelago Union is a monarchy ruled by a King but his control over the union is limited. Each island is controlled by an independent chief with the chief of the largest island being considered the king and the chiefs would resist any attempt by the king to control other islands.

Military
The navy of the Archipelago Union prefer to use wooden ships reinforced with metal which while no match for metal hulled ships in direct combat are much lighter and Horned Doldons that draw their ships are much faster than sea dragons despite being weaker. As a result their navy can use hit-and-run tactics combined with boarding attacks and hurling explosives at close range while avoiding enemy attacks.

Economy
As a maritime state, most of the Archipelago's economy depends on fishing and maritime trade. They are considered as the world's best shipbuilders and have been able to tame sea creatures other than Sea Dragons to haul their boats. Due to being lighter and faster, their ships can easily outrun most military vessels. They also possess the techniques to forge blades similar to that of the Japanese Katana and are exceedingly sharp.

Known Citizens

 * Nanna Kamizuki (former citizen, immigrated to Friedonia)