The Federal Monarchy of The Vanic Imperium is a colossal, efficient nation, ruled by Emperor Steinarr of Vanaheim with an even hand, and renowned for its frequent executions, ubiquitous missile silos, and multi-spousal wedding ceremonies. The hard-nosed, democratic, cheerful population of 9.35 billion Vanians have some civil rights, but not too many, enjoy the freedom to spend their money however they like, to a point, and take part in free and open elections, although not too often.

The medium-sized government juggles the competing demands of Defense, Administration, and Industry. It meets to discuss matters of state in the capital city of Vígiheim. The average income tax rate is 98.1%.

The frighteningly efficient Vanic economy, worth a remarkable 3,157 trillion Vaniis a year, is broadly diversified and led by the Information Technology industry, with significant contributions from Arms Manufacturing, Tourism, and Retail. State-owned companies are reasonably common. Average income is an amazing 337,740 Vaniis, and distributed extremely evenly, with little difference between the richest and poorest citizens.

Movie references are legally admissible in court, all streets are privately owned toll roads, airport users are more worried about radiation than terrorism, and the news is showing footage of Emperor Steinarr of Vanaheim bullying an old man to the point of tears. Crime is totally unknown, thanks to a capable police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. The Vanic Imperium's national animal is the Vanic Snowmound Bear, which is also the nation's favorite main course.

The Vanic Imperium is ranked 85,201^st in the world and 1,158^th in the Pacific for Largest Gambling Industry, scoring 2,520.61 on the Kelly Criterion Productivity Index.