The Republic of Axal is a colossal, efficient nation, ruled by Thomas Whitcher with an even hand, and renowned for its ubiquitous missile silos, keen interest in outer space, and compulsory military service. The hard-nosed, hard-working, devout population of 3.865 billion Axalians 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 prioritizes Defense, with Industry, Law & Order, and Spirituality also on the agenda, while Environment receives no funds. It meets to discuss matters of state in the capital city of Alworth. The average income tax rate is 21.3%.

The powerhouse Axalian economy, worth 343 trillion dollars a year, is broadly diversified and led by the Information Technology industry, with major contributions from Retail, Arms Manufacturing, and Uranium Mining. Black market activity is notable. Average income is 88,863 dollars, and evenly distributed, with the richest citizens earning only 4.8 times as much as the poorest.

East Lebatuckese astronauts' favorite game during downtime on the Multinational Space Station is 'I Spy', teddy bears and pajamas have replaced briefcases and suits in Axal's offices, it is illegal for a parent to tell a child to stop eating their boogers, and rumor has it that Thomas Whitcher has won three lotteries in a row. Crime, especially youth-related, is relatively low, thanks to a capable police force. Axal's national animal is the eagle, which teeters on the brink of extinction due to toxic air pollution, and its national religion is Christianity.

Axal is ranked 169,195^th in the world and 14^th in Universal Dream Network for Smartest Citizens, with 27.44 quips per hour.