The Republic of Sorvalen is a tiny, pleasant nation, remarkable for its burgeoning Animal population. The hard-working population of 14 million Sorvalenians 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 relatively small government juggles the competing demands of Defense, Law & Order, and Healthcare. The average income tax rate is 16.7%.

The Sorvalenian economy, worth 643 billion Currencies a year, is broadly diversified and led by the Furniture Restoration industry, with major contributions from Trout Farming, Soda Sales, and Beef-Based Agriculture. Average income is 45,961 Currencies, and evenly distributed, with the richest citizens earning only 3.6 times as much as the poorest.

Crime is relatively low, thanks to a capable police force and progressive social policies in education and welfare. Sorvalen's national animal is the Animal.

Sorvalen is ranked 142,991^st in the world and 536^th in Concord for Largest Insurance Industry, scoring 1,173.28 on the Risk Expulsion Effectiveness Rating.