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'''Torlen''' is an island in the [[Levantine Ocean]] belonging to [[Burgundie]]. It is 543.898 sqkm and is home to [[New Torleans]] the capital.  
'''Torlen''' is an oceanic island in the [[Levantine Ocean]] belonging to [[Burgundie]]. [[New Torleans]] is the largest city on Torlen and functions as its capital. Torlen measures {{convert|543898|sqkm|sqmi}} and is the nearest major island to the [[Burgoignesc Metropole]] of the [[Government_of_Burgundie#Constituent_Countries|Burgoignesc Overseas Territories]].
 
Volcanic in  origin, Torlen was formed {{circa}} 11.5 million years ago. Its volcanic origin is still visible by way of a number of hot springs, although the island is not otherwise considered volcanically active. The island was not truly permanently inhabited until the antiquity, owing in part to its remote nature and in part to the nature of [[Levantine hurricane]]s battering the low-lying island, literally washing away nascent civilizations.


==Etymology==
==Etymology==
Torlen, literally defense line, from Istroyan tere- (defense) and Latinic lina (line), indicating it was the furthest north the permanent fortified settlements of the Istroyans and Latinics in Classical Antiquity.
==Geography==
==Geography==
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Torlen is characterized by its low-lying topography, with a maximum elevation of 63 meters above sea level. The landscape is predominantly composed of limestone, sculpted by the forces of erosion and dissolution into a {{wp|karst}} terrain. This results in a network of {{wp|caves}}, {{wp|sinkholes}}, and {{wp|blue holes}}, which are unique geological formations filled with freshwater and marine life. The coastline is indented with numerous bays, coves, and lagoons, providing natural harbors and sheltered beaches.
===Climate===
===Climate===
The climate of Torlen is mostly tropical savanna, with two seasons, a hot and wet summer (wet season) and dry winter (dry season).
{{Further|Prevailing Winds}}
The climate of Torlen is subtropical, with two seasons, a hot and wet summer (wet season) and dry winter (dry season).


During the wet season, which extends from May through October, the climate is dominated by warm, moist tropical air masses as the Torlen High brings a southeasterly flow from the deep tropics. Daily high temperatures are in the 31 °C (87.8 °F) range, with a dew point temperatures in the 75–77 °F (23.9–25.0 °C) range, creating the typical hot and sultry island weather. Brief but intense thundershowers are common with thunder and lightning. In the wet season, tropical storms and weak tropical lows may also contribute to the seasonal rainfall.
During the wet season, which extends from May through October, the climate is dominated by warm, moist tropical air masses as the Torlen High brings a southeasterly flow from the deep tropics. Daily high temperatures are in the 31 °C (87.8 °F) range, with a dew point temperatures in the 75–77 °F (23.9–25.0 °C) range, creating the typical hot and sultry island weather. Brief but intense thundershowers are common with thunder and lightning. In the wet season, tropical storms and weak tropical lows may also contribute to the seasonal rainfall.
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Annual rainfall averages 132 centimetres (52 in) and is usually concentrated in the May–June and September–October periods. Rainfall often occurs in short-lived, fairly intense, but brief thundershowers accompanied by strong gusty winds, followed by a return to clear skies.
Annual rainfall averages 132 centimetres (52 in) and is usually concentrated in the May–June and September–October periods. Rainfall often occurs in short-lived, fairly intense, but brief thundershowers accompanied by strong gusty winds, followed by a return to clear skies.


Winds are predominantly easterly throughout the year but tend to become northeasterly from October to April and southeasterly from May to September.[1] These winds seldom exceed twenty-four kilometres per hour except during hurricane season. Although the hurricane season officially lasts from June to November, most hurricanes in the Bahamas occur between July and October.
Winds are predominantly easterly throughout the year but tend to become northeasterly from October to April and southeasterly from May to September. These winds seldom exceed twenty-four kilometres per hour except during hurricane season. Although the hurricane season officially lasts from June to November, most hurricanes in the Torlen occur between July and October.


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====Prevailing winds====
 
{{Further|Prevailing Winds}}
====Natural Hazards====
====Natural Hazards====
*[[Levantine hurricane]]
The primary natural hazards of concern to Torlen are [[Levantine hurricane]]s and tropical storms. Given its location in the western [[Levantine Ocean]] and low-lying topography, the island is susceptible to storm surge, high winds, and heavy rainfall associated with these meteorological events. Additionally, the porous limestone terrain exacerbates flooding due to its limited capacity for water absorption. The National Hurricane Center of Burgundie is located on Torlen and served as a vital information and warning hub for the whole of the [[Levantine Hurricane]] hazard area. While less frequent, earthquakes and tsunamis also pose potential risks due to Torlen's proximity to tectonic plate boundaries.
 
There has also been, since [[2011]], an increase in {{wp|Sargassum#%22Coastal_inundations%22_by_washed-ashore_Sargassum|sargassum coastal inundations}} which prove devastating to the local communities, their economies, and also to the [[Navy of Burgundie]], the [[Revenue Guard]], anf the [[Merchant Marine of Burgundie]]. Since [[2015]], the island has received grants, specifically through the [[Navy of Burgundie]] and Emergency Management, to buy and maintain a fleet of 3 retrofitted tugboats to capture and deflect large masses of sargassum headed towards the island.
 
====Flora and fauna====
The vegetation of Torlen is adapted to the subtropical climate and limestone soils. Pine forests are found on the higher elevations and tropical hardwood trees, shrubs, and palms in the coastal plain. Coastal areas support mangrove forests, which play a vital role in protecting the shoreline and providing habitat for a variety of marine species.
The fauna of Torlen is diverse, with numerous endemic species found nowhere else in the world. Land animals include the Torlen {{wp|rock iguana}}, the Torlen {{wp|hutia}}, and various species of bats. The island is also a haven for birds, with over 200 species recorded, including the provincial bird, the Torlen {{wp|parrot}}. Marine life is abundant in the surrounding waters, with coral reefs supporting a vast array of fish, crustaceans, and other invertebrates.


==History==
==History==
===Kingdom of the Ipari Impaxi===
===Prehistory===
{{Further|History_of_Dericania#Kingdom_of_the_Ipari_Impaxi}}
{{Further|Timeline of_major world events#Prehistory}}
2800BC-[[164]]AD
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''Fochla Alian'' (Aenglisch: North Island) was a part of the Kingdom of the Ipari Impaxi from around 1800BC until the collapse of the remnant of the Kingdom was conquered in [[285]]. The island was a minor outlying territory and was mostly focuses on subsistence farming and fishing. Taxes were paid in a form of military service. Records indicated that the island's population was required to furnish two {{wp|Dover Bronze Age Boat|ocean-going vessels}} (later {{wp|Lembus}}) and crews for them. Due to the [[Levantine Hurricanes]] the island was largely inaccessible to all by the most adept sailors and as such the island's inhabitants were skilled sailors themselves. They fished for shark, marlin, grouper, and sea cucumbers. The lack of abundant fresh water likely capped the population, as it was never noted to be above 1000 during this time period.
File:Torlen Prehistoric.png|Exhibit in the Torlen Museum of History depicting aspects of prehistoric life on Torlen
====Defeat of the Impaxi on Ipar====
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{{Further|History_of_Dericania#The_Bergenddium}}
Because of the [[Prevailing Winds|western blowing tradewinds]], Torlen was not first inhabited by the [[Levantia|Levantines]], but rather [[Audonia]]ns who came sporadically between 4000 and 2500 BCE and set up temporary encampments that lasted a generation or two but never longer. The abundant and docile fauna made life on the island easy for its earlier settlers, but the [[Levantine Hurricanes]] were quick to wipe out any inhabitants and the vastness of the [[Levantine Ocean]] and the primitive nature of seafaring technology meant that new arrivals were there by chance, not by choice.
In [[155]]AD Julian Marcilius Corvus, finally conquered Ipar and started to push the Impaxi north. In this vacuum he established the [[History_of_Dericania#The_Bergenddium|The Bergenddium]]. This forced more and more of the Impaxi further and further into the hinterland and up the coast. This saw an increase in the number of people on ''Fochla Alian'', over the next 150 years the Kingdom of the Impaxi limped along trading primarily with the [[Istroyan]]s.
 
===Classical Antiquity===
{{Further|Timeline of major world events#Classical Antiquity|Ancient Istroyan civilization|Pre-modern global trade#Sea of Istroya trade network}}
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===Confederation of Medestophanese===
===Confederation of Medestophanese===
{{Further|History_of_Dericania#Confederation_of_Medestophanese}}
{{Further|History of Dericania#Confederation of Medestophanese}}
 
 
[[285]]-[[598]] [[Istroya]]n city-states
[[285]]-[[598]] [[Istroya]]n city-states
Over the 200s ''Fochla Alian'' fell further and further under the influence of the [[Istroya]]n civilization. By the 250s [[Istroya]]n was the primary language and the [[Istroya]]n people had become the cultural and ethnic majority. In [[303]] the island was annexed into the [[History_of_Dericania#Confederation_of_Medestophanese|Confederation of Medestophanese]]. The island was a major importer of grains and cereals from the mainland provinces of the [[History_of_Dericania#Confederation_of_Medestophanese|Confederation of Medestophanese]] and their deeper sea fish like shark and marlin were prized trade commodities. It became known as Piscea during this period.
Over the 200s ''Fochla Alian'' fell further and further under the influence of the [[Istroya]]n civilization. By the 250s [[Istroya]]n was the primary language and the [[Istroya]]n people had become the cultural and ethnic majority. In [[303]] the island was annexed into the [[History_of_Dericania#Confederation_of_Medestophanese|Confederation of Medestophanese]]. The island was a major importer of grains and cereals from the mainland provinces of the [[History_of_Dericania#Confederation_of_Medestophanese|Confederation of Medestophanese]] and their deeper sea fish like shark and marlin were prized trade commodities. It became known as Piscea during this period.


===Medieval Piscea===
===Medieval Piscea===
{{Further|Timeline_of_major_world_events#Medieval_history}}
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598-[[1578]]
598-[[1578]]
Piscea became an independent realm for the entirety of the medieval period, approximately 1000 years, due to its remoteness and the difficulty in navigating to it, however it wasn't isolated. There was trade to and from the [[Levantia|Levantine mainland]] the Istroyo-Latin speaking Pisceans were known regionally for being master shipbuilders and navigators. They were contracted by a variety of navies during this time and mercenary work became a critical part of the economy. Piscean triremes and later galleys were feared and revered up and down the eastern [[Levantia|Levantine coast]]. There is limited evidence that the Pisceans may have traveled to [[Audonia]], but it is unknown if this is mythological fantasy or if it actually occurred. It is known that there was some trade occurred with the cities and states of [[Audonia]] but it was almost always through the [[Istroya]]n trade networks, rarely was it directly between Piscea and [[Audonia]].
Piscea became an independent realm for the entirety of the medieval period, approximately 1000 years, due to its remoteness and the difficulty in navigating to it, however it wasn't isolated. There was trade to and from the [[Levantia|Levantine mainland]] the Istroyo-Latin speaking Pisceans were known regionally for being master shipbuilders and navigators. They were contracted by a variety of navies during this time and mercenary work became a critical part of the economy. Piscean triremes and later galleys were feared and revered up and down the eastern [[Levantia|Levantine coast]]. There is limited evidence that the Pisceans may have traveled to [[Audonia]], but it is unknown if this is mythological fantasy or if it actually occurred. It is known that there was some trade occurred with the cities and states of [[Audonia]] but it was almost always through the [[Istroya]]n trade networks, rarely was it directly between Piscea and [[Audonia]].


===Early modern era===
===Early modern history===
{{Further|Timeline of major world events#Early modern history}}
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====Aftermath of the Great Confessional War====
====Aftermath of the Great Confessional War====
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After three years without improvement the Company sought more dire action. A group of 150 Protestant men were boarded on a ship, sponsored by the Duke, and sent to Torlen, then known as Piscea, to assess the disposition of the native Impaxi Picts who lived there and to lay claim to the island if possible. The Impaxi were still primitive and were easily overcome by the band of soldiers who engaged in the first of many acts of [[Expulsion_of_the_Protestants#Colonial_militarism|colonial militarism]] by campaigning for 6 months to track down and kill all of the remaining Impaxi people on the island. In late [[1578]] their landing zone and base of operations was named [[New Torleans]] and would become the capital of the new [[History of Dericania#Duchy of Marialanus|Marialanii]] lands, and thusly Torlen had become the [[History of Dericania#Duchy of Marialanus|Duchy of Marialanus]]' first colony. From the 123 men who had survived the campaign the island was divided among them into [[Patroon]]ships, with a sizable share for the Duke to maintain as {{wp|crown lands}}, and another sizable share for a governor-general. These newly minted [[Patroon]]s were then able to rent or sell their land as they saw fit. Many brought their surviving extended families to live in commune and to work the land. They would them sail to the mainland and take on tenants for the remaining portions. This method of land distribution and tenancy was so effective that it would become the primary method of land management and settler incentive across the [[Burgoignesc colonial empire]]. Citrus fruit latifundia sprung up across the island and those with coastal access established fishing operations. Within 20 years the island became self-sufficient for food and within 40 years it had become a critical part of the economy of the [[History of Dericania#Duchy of Marialanus|Duchy of Marialanus]].
After three years without improvement the Company sought more dire action. A group of 150 Protestant men were boarded on a ship, sponsored by the Duke, and sent to Torlen, then known as Piscea, to assess the disposition of the native Impaxi Picts who lived there and to lay claim to the island if possible. The Impaxi were still primitive and were easily overcome by the band of soldiers who engaged in the first of many acts of [[Expulsion_of_the_Protestants#Colonial_militarism|colonial militarism]] by campaigning for 6 months to track down and kill all of the remaining Impaxi people on the island. In late [[1578]] their landing zone and base of operations was named [[New Torleans]] and would become the capital of the new [[History of Dericania#Duchy of Marialanus|Marialanii]] lands, and thusly Torlen had become the [[History of Dericania#Duchy of Marialanus|Duchy of Marialanus]]' first colony. From the 123 men who had survived the campaign the island was divided among them into [[Patroon]]ships, with a sizable share for the Duke to maintain as {{wp|crown lands}}, and another sizable share for a governor-general. These newly minted [[Patroon]]s were then able to rent or sell their land as they saw fit. Many brought their surviving extended families to live in commune and to work the land. They would them sail to the mainland and take on tenants for the remaining portions. This method of land distribution and tenancy was so effective that it would become the primary method of land management and settler incentive across the [[Burgoignesc colonial empire]]. Citrus fruit latifundia sprung up across the island and those with coastal access established fishing operations. Within 20 years the island became self-sufficient for food and within 40 years it had become a critical part of the economy of the [[History of Dericania#Duchy of Marialanus|Duchy of Marialanus]].


===Late modern period===
{{Further|Timeline of major world events#Late modern history}}
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====Age of Sail====
====Age of Sail====
Because of its importance to the trans-[[Levantine Ocean|Levantine]] and trans-[[Sea of Istroya|Istroyan]] trading routes, Torlen became a hub of prostitution, trade, and ship repair. Its unique position on the convergence of the [[Prevailing Winds|Tradewinds and the westerlies]] it served ships leaving [[Levantia]] to their [[Audonia]]n colonies as well as ships coming from [[Audonia]] to their [[Levantia|Levantine metropoles]]. While it was positioned perfectly, it lacked the resources needed to maintain that the sailors and ships needed most. It became a net importer of timber in particular, with tropical hardwoods from the [[Barbary Straits colony]] as well as the [[Oyashima#Colonization|Far East colony]]. Sugar from the [[Oyashima#Colonization|Far East colony]] was distilled into {{wp|falernum}}, {{wp|rum}}, and {{wp|cachaça}}.
Because of its importance to the trans-[[Levantine Ocean|Levantine]] and trans-[[Sea of Istroya|Istroyan]] trading routes, Torlen became a hub of prostitution, trade, and ship repair. Its unique position on the convergence of the [[Prevailing Winds|Tradewinds and the westerlies]] it served ships leaving [[Levantia]] to their [[Audonia]]n colonies as well as ships coming from [[Audonia]] to their [[Levantia|Levantine metropoles]]. While it was positioned perfectly, it lacked the resources needed to maintain that the sailors and ships needed most. It became a net importer of timber in particular, with tropical hardwoods from the [[Barbary Straits colony]] as well as the [[Oyashima#Colonization|Far East colony]]. Sugar from the [[Oyashima#Colonization|Far East colony]] was distilled into {{wp|falernum}}, {{wp|rum}}, and {{wp|cachaça}}.
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Ancillary to the main whaling industry a market for scrimshaw emerged and Torlenoise sailors became famous for their depictions of tropical scenes, mermaids, and slavery.
Ancillary to the main whaling industry a market for scrimshaw emerged and Torlenoise sailors became famous for their depictions of tropical scenes, mermaids, and slavery.
===Contemporary period===
{{Further|Timeline of major world events#Contemporary history}}
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==Government==
==Government==
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===Administrative divisions and local governance===
===Administrative divisions and local governance===
{{Further|Government_of_Burgundie#Provinces|Government_of_Burgundie#County_Government|Government of Burgundie#Municipal Government|Cities of Burgundie}}
{{Further|Government of Burgundie#Provinces|Government of Burgundie#County Government|Government of Burgundie#Municipal Government|Cities of Burgundie}}


====Cities and towns====
Cities and towns
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*[[New Torleans]]
*[[New Torleans]]
*Barcares
*Barcares
*Voveza
*Megakies, resort town on the eastern coast
*Naouliada, resort town on the eastern coast
*Pyrint, resort town on the eastern coast
*Petroudallos
*Flotres
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===Emergency response===
===Emergency response===
[[File:Civil Defense Logo Torlen.png|left|thumb|Civil Defense Agency of Torlen Logo.]]
{{Further|Revenue Guard|Fire Seneschalcy of Burgundie|Royal Sociolance Service of Burgundie|National Gendarmerie of Burgundie}}
{{Further|Revenue Guard|Fire Seneschalcy of Burgundie|Royal Sociolance Service of Burgundie|National Gendarmerie of Burgundie}}
====National Gendarmerie====
====National Gendarmerie====
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Torlen is under the jurisdiction of the Fifth Firefighting Engineer Regiment – Levantine Ocean Territories of the [[Fire Seneschalcy of Burgundie]]. It has 11 independent fire companies and the HQ section. 4 of the companies are in [[New Torleans]], 2 are in Barcares, one is on [[Torlen#Joint_Base_St._Alban|Joint Base St. Alban]], and three are rural land-based fire companies, and the final company is rotary-wing aerial firefighting company.
Torlen is under the jurisdiction of the Fifth Firefighting Engineer Regiment – Levantine Ocean Territories of the [[Fire Seneschalcy of Burgundie]]. It has 11 independent fire companies and the HQ section. 4 of the companies are in [[New Torleans]], 2 are in Barcares, one is on [[Torlen#Joint_Base_St._Alban|Joint Base St. Alban]], and three are rural land-based fire companies, and the final company is rotary-wing aerial firefighting company.


===Military installations===
===Military===
 
=====Joint Base St. Alban=====
{{Infobox military installation
{{Infobox military installation
| name                  = Joint Base St. Alban and St. Gregory
| name                  = Joint Base St. Alban and St. Gregory
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| ownership              = [[Burgoignesc Security Forces]]
| ownership              = [[Burgoignesc Security Forces]]
| operator              = [[Navy of Burgundie]]
| operator              = [[Navy of Burgundie]]
*[[Revenue Guard]]
| controlledby          =  
| controlledby          = TBD
| open_to_public        = <!-- for out of use sites/sites with museums etc -->
| open_to_public        = <!-- for out of use sites/sites with museums etc -->
| site_other_label      = <!-- for renaming "Other facilities" in infobox -->
| site_other_label      = <!-- for renaming "Other facilities" in infobox -->
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| site_area              = <!-- area of site m2, km2 square mile etc -->
| code                  = <!--facility/installation code, applies to US -->
| code                  = <!--facility/installation code, applies to US -->
| built                  = [[TBD]]
| built                  = [[1747]]
| used                  = <!--{{End date|1946}} -->
| used                  = <!--{{End date|1946}} -->
| builder                =  
| builder                =  
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| current_commander      = <!-- current commander -->
| past_commanders        = <!-- past notable commander(s) -->
| past_commanders        = <!-- past notable commander(s) -->
| garrison              = <!-- such as the 25th Bombardment Group -->
| garrison              = ''Groupement Disembarkement Rapide no. 7''
| occupants              =  
| occupants              =  
[[Navy of Burgundie|Navy]]
*{{naval|Burgundie}}
*TBD
**''Groupement Disembarkement Rapide no. 7''
[[Revenue Guard]]
**Expeditionary Strike Squadron Levantia Reach
*TBD
**Carrier Strike Group Meridian
**Sustainment Group Cornucopia
*{{coast guard|Burgundie}}
**TBD
*{{army|Burgundie}}
**TBD
[[National Gendarmerie of Burgundie]]
**TBD
*[[File:Voidforce_flag.png|24px]] [[Vocivine National of Burgundie|Vocivine]]
**1st Submarine Division, Cruise missile
**3rd Submarine Division, Hunter-killer
**9th Submarine Division, Hunter-killer
**15th Submarine Division, Littoral
 
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| website                =  
| website                =  
| footnotes              = <!-- catchall in case it's needed to preserve something in infobox that doesn't work in new code -->
| footnotes              = <!-- catchall in case it's needed to preserve something in infobox that doesn't work in new code -->
}}
}}
Torlen falls under the [[Navy_of_Burgundie#Levantine_Ocean_Command|Levantine Ocean Command (LEVCOM)]], the [[Army of Burgundie|Metropole Forces Command]], the [[Royal Air Service of Burgundie]]'s Metropole Command, and the [[Vocivine National of Burgundie]]'s Metropolitan Defense Command. Torlen is the headquarters of the [[Navy_of_Burgundie#Levantine_Ocean_Command|Levantine Ocean Command (LEVCOM)]] of the [[Navy of Burgundie]]. It is also the homeport of all of the LEVCOM fleets: Rapid Deployment Group 7 ''[[Burgoignesc language|Burg]]: Groupement Disembarkement Rapide no. 7'', Expeditionary Strike Squadron Levantia Reach, Carrier Strike Group Meridian, and Sustainment Group Cornucopia. There are 2 massive naval facilities, some of the largest in [[Burgundie]] which provide a substantial portion of the islands economic activity. There are drydocking facilities, refueling, rearmament, and replenishment depots, surface vessel and maritime aircraft repair facilities. These facilities St. Alban and St. Gregory were combined in [[2003]] into Joint Base St. Alban and St. Gregory to reduce the financial burden of running them separately and to allow for the use of the basing facilities by the [[Revenue Guard]], [[Army of Burgundie]], [[National Gendarmerie of Burgundie]], and the [[Vocivine National of Burgundie]].


==Society==
==Society==
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| label1 = [[Bergendii]]
| value1 =40
| value1 =72.1
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| label3 = [[Deric]]
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| label4 = [[Audonia]] (primarily [[Ebidi]])
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Religion, ethnicity, language, education, attitudes and worldview, kinship and family, cuisine, arts, literature, architecture, sports, symbols
Torlen is a blend of [[Bergendii]], [[Istroyan]], and Northern [[Dericania]]n cultures which reflects those who settled the islands over the last 3,000 years. It is predominantly Catholic with a small [[Mercantile Reform Protestant]] population, as a result of the [[Expulsion of the Protestants]]. Culturally the people of the island are within the [[Culture in Burgundie]] with some influences from the people who fled [[Audonia]] in the early 19th century. There is a small remnant of the [[Istroyan]] religious sect on the island but not in the true Orthodox faith but through the [[Audonian Christianity|Patriarchate of Marand]]. Everyone on Torlen speaks [[Burgoignesc language|Burgoignesc]] and there are no other languages recognized in an official capacity.
 
The primary symbol of the island and its culture is the swordfish and the Torlen parrot, both symbols of the island.


==Economy==
==Economy==
{{Further|Economy of Burgundie}}
{{Further|Economy of Burgundie}}
===Standard of living===
===Standard of living and employment===
===Employment===
Because Torlen's economy is a high-low mix of sectors from research to traditional fishing and herding, opportunities abound for Torliennes at all skill and education levels, which has helped the islands maintain a fairly steady unemployment rate of around 2.5% for the last decade.  
Because Torlen's economy is a high-low mix of sectors from research to traditional fishing and herding, opportunities abound for Torliennes at all skill and education levels, which has helped the islands maintain a fairly steady unemployment rate of around X% for the last decade.  
[[Burgundie]]'s high emphasis on [[Culture_in_Burgundie#Education|education]] translates to a particularly educated and skilled workforce, leading to lower unemployment compared to less educated countries in [[Levantia]]. The islands' economic diversity cushions against overreliance on any single industry, which has demonstrably made the island more resilient during downturns. Since [[Burgundie]] strives for [[Total Economic Engagement]] and espouses equal rights and opportunities regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ability, or background, Torlen benefits from improved access to education and training, impacting employment prospects across various fields.
[[Burgundie]]'s high emphasis on [[Culture_in_Burgundie#Education|education]] translates to a particularly educated and skilled workforce, leading to lower unemployment compared to less educated countries in [[Levantia]]. The islands' economic diversity cushions against overreliance on any single industry, which has demonstrably made the island more resilient during downturns. Since [[Burgundie]] strives for [[Total Economic Engagement]] and espouses equal rights and opportunities regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ability, or background, Torlen benefits from improved access to education and training, impacting employment prospects across various fields.


===Agriculture===
===Agriculture and herding===
Citrus (grapefruit and orange) exports are the main agricultural export of Torlen. Other than citrus, notable agricultural subsectors include bananas, mangos, vegetables (mostly tomatoes, avocadoes, and onion), livestock, and poultry.
5.6% of the land in Torlen, around 3045 hectares, is cultivated for agricultural and herding purposes. Citrus (grapefruit and orange) exports are the main agricultural export of Torlen. Other than citrus, notable agricultural subsectors include bananas, mangos, vegetables (mostly tomatoes, avocadoes, and onion), and poultry.
====Seaweed farming====
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{{wp|Seaweed farming}} is the largest agricultural industry in Torlen, with much of the harvested {{wp|kelp}} being used for fertilizer. There are 6 large-scale commercial kelp farms that are primarily focused on the export market. The primary species cultivated are {{wp|Eucheuma cottonii}} (a red seaweed valued for {{wp|carrageenan}} production), {{wp|Kappaphycus alvarezii}} (another red seaweed with carrageenan applications), and {{wp|Sargassum fluitans}} (a brown seaweed used for biofuel and fertilizer). Additionally, various kelp species, including {{wp|Laminaria digitata}} and {{wp|Saccharina latissima}}, are farmed for their {{wp|alginates}}, utilized in food, pharmaceuticals, and textiles.
 
Annual seaweed and kelp harvests on Torlen average approximately 500,000 metric tons, generating an estimated revenue of $100 million. This industry directly employs over 5,000 individuals. Ancillary industries like seaweed processing, equipment manufacturing, and logistics provide additional 1,500 jobs, bolstering the sector's overall economic impact. The government of Torlen actively supports seaweed farming through [[Science and Technology in Burgundie|research initiatives]], and infrastructure development, recognizing its potential for economic growth and environmental benefits such as carbon sequestration and nutrient absorption.
 
===Natural resource extraction===
Torlen has a modest tropical timber industry as well as three limestone mines which have always been historically important to the islands economy. Historically the island had also been used to mine salt but the salt mines were over excavated by the 14th century and have not been found to be viable since despite efforts in the 17th and 19th century.
 
===Tourism and hospitality===
===Tourism and hospitality===
[[File:Prince_George_Wharf_in_Nassau_Harbor.jpg|200px|right]]
[[File:Prince_George_Wharf_in_Nassau_Harbor.jpg|200px|right]]
====Resorts====
Shark and swordfishing, spelunking, cave-diving, and the beaches are a large draw for tourists. The hospitality business in Torlen is mostly geared toward mid-life, middle class couples on holiday without their children and has invested heavily in boutique hotels with a strong concierge economy. Large portions of the eastern side of the island have been turned into a tourist trap over the last 80 years, with excursions, charters, marinas, and hospitality becoming the primary income of those communities. Megakies, Naouliada, and Annapolis are particularly well known for their {{wp|List_of_summer_colonies|vacation colonies}}.The [[List_of_companies_by_industry_in_Burgundie#Service|Rouselle-Cartier Hospitality]] [https://www.ritzcarltonyachtcollection.com| yacht collection] is based out of Torlen, the chain also maintains two resort hotels on the island.
====Cruises====
 
====Recreation====
Shark fishing is a large draw for tourists.
====Key tourism and hospitality companies====
*[[List_of_companies_by_industry_in_Burgundie#Service|Rouselle-Cartier Hospitality]] yacht collection is based out of Torlen, the chain also maintains two resort hotels on the island.


===Fishing and fisheries===
===Fishing and fisheries===
====Distant-water fishing fleet====
====Distant-water fishing fleet====
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[[File:Fishing Fleet at Fraserburgh.jpg|200px|right]]
[[Burgundie]]'s [[Levantine Ocean]] distant-water fishing fleet is harbored in Torlen. There are an estimated 37 deep sea trolling ships as well as three squid ships and two whaling ships in the fleet All of them are based out of the harbor in Barcares on the northeast side of the island. These 42 ships employ 215 fishermen annually and 125 ancillary employees who clean the fish or maintain the boats.
[[Burgundie]]'s [[Levantine Ocean]] distant-water fishing fleet is harbored in Torlen. There are an estimated 37 deep sea trawling ships as well as three squid ships and two whaling ships in the fleet. All of them are based out of the harbor in Barcares on the northeast side of the island. These 42 ships employ 215 fishermen annually and 125 ancillary employees who clean the fish or maintain the boats.


====Local commercial fishing====
====Local commercial fishing====
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{{wp|Caribbean spiny lobster}} (''Panulirus argus)'', {{wp|queen conch}} (''Strombus gigas''), {{wp|groupers}} (''Epinephelidae''), {{wp|snapper}} (''Lutjanidae''), {{wp|grunts}} (''Haemulidae''), and {{wp|jacks}} (''Carangidae'').
{{wp|Caribbean spiny lobster}} (''Panulirus argus)'', {{wp|queen conch}} (''Strombus gigas''), {{wp|groupers}} (''Epinephelidae''), {{wp|snapper}} (''Lutjanidae''), {{wp|grunts}} (''Haemulidae''), and {{wp|jacks}} (''Carangidae'').
====Boutique/artisanal fishing====
====Boutique/artisanal fishing====
Emerging fisheries include {{wp|parrotfishes}} (''Scarinae''), {{wp|sea cucumbers}} (''holothurians''), {{wp|Florida stone crab}} (''Menippe mercenaria''), and {{wp|gorgonians}}.
Emerging fisheries include {{wp|parrotfishes}} (''Scarinae''), {{wp|sea cucumbers}} (''holothurians''), {{wp|Florida stone crab}} (''Menippe mercenaria''), and {{wp|gorgonians}}.
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Torlen has a large aquaculture sector, particularly off the southern coast with {{wp|Mariculture}} pens for {{wp|groupers}}, {{wp|snapper}}. There is a growing {{wp|shrimp farming|shrimp}} and {{wp|oyster farming}} industry.


*{{wp|Pisciculture}}- fish farming
The research institutes on the island and the government are also investing in local {{wp|algaculture}} because of its uses in biofuel.
**{{wp|Mariculture}}- Saltwater fish farming
*{{wp|shrimp farming}}
*{{wp|oyster farming}}
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===Artisanal/heritage industries===
===Artisanal/heritage industries===
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[[Ancient Istroyan civilization|Ancient Istroyan]] style pottery is a key heritage industry on the island. Their is also a artisanal tobacco industry with limited release Torlen cigars and cigarillos being a primary export of the sector.


===Science and research===
===Science and research===
Torlen is renowned for it's marine biology research facilities. The Torlen Institute for Technology and Sciences, the National University of Burgundie Torlen Campus, and Reveille College of Applied Sciences at New Torleans are the three biggest and well known research schools on Torlen. These three schools also do research for the private sector and the are ongoing research projects for Estia-Odoneru and O'Shea Infrastructure Systems on different additives to concrete to make it more durable in saltwater applications.


===Manufacturing===
===Manufacturing===
The manufacturing sector in Torlen is very small. [[O’Shea Container Shipping]] has a small shipyard and maritime repair facility focused on fishing boats, which employs 137 people.
The manufacturing sector in Torlen is very small. [[O’Shea Container Shipping]] has a small shipyard and maritime repair facility focused on fishing boats, which employs 137 people.
===Creative industries===
===Sports and leisure===
===Trade===
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===Infrastructure===
===Infrastructure===
====Maritime====
====Maritime====
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The Torlen Fast Ferry Service (owned and operated by [[Lansing Lines]]) operates out of [[New Torleans]] and has daily ro-ro passenger/vehicle ferry service to:  
The Torlen Fast Ferry Service (owned and operated by [[Lansing Lines]]) operates out of [[New Torleans]] and has daily ro-ro passenger/vehicle ferry service to:  
*Port of Call, [[Orenstia]]
*Port of Call, [[Orenstia]]
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Torlen uses [[Track gauges around the world|Standard gauge]], 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) for both freight and passenger rail.
Torlen uses [[Track gauges around the world|Standard gauge]], 1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) for both freight and passenger rail.


[[Rail_transportation_in_Burgundie#Istroyan_Rail|Istroyan Rail]]- Istroyan Rail ([[Burgoignesc language|Burg]]: ''Istroie Ferroviaire''), is the public-private joint-venture, intercity, passenger rail operator in [[Torlen]], [[Antilles]], [[Alcairet]], and [[Chaukhira]]. It owns and operates all rail corridors, {{wp|rights of way}}, and rolling stock that serve this purpose.
[[Rail_transportation_in_Burgundie#Istroyan_Rail|Istroyan Rail]]- Istroyan Rail ([[Burgoignesc language|Burg]]: ''Istroie Ferroviaire''), is the public-private joint-venture, intercity, passenger rail operator in Torlen, [[Antilles]], [[Alcairet]], and [[Chaukhira]]. It owns and operates all rail corridors, {{wp|rights of way}}, and rolling stock that serve this purpose.


====Road====
====Road====
 
Torlen boasts about 78% pave roadways with all roadways including the remaining 12% being improved. There is a modestly sized provincial roads maintenance department, with private contract support which maintains the roads during normal operations and also conducts debris/route clearance in disaster/post-hurricanes scenarios. There is a density of 75 km of road per capita the island.
====Air====
====Air====
The Torlen Regional Airport is a small, short haul airport facility that is shared by the civilian terminal and Advance Warning and Intercept Task Group 3 (AWITG3) of the [[Navy of Burgundie|Navy of Burgundie Hyperthalatton]] and [[Revenue Guard]].
The Torlen Regional Airport is a small, short haul airport facility that is shared by the civilian terminal and Advance Warning and Intercept Task Group 3 (AWITG3) of the [[Navy of Burgundie|Navy of Burgundie Hyperthalatton]] and [[Revenue Guard]].
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====Energy and electricity====
====Energy and electricity====
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