The Republic of Bucha 23 is a fledgling, pleasant nation, notable for its barren, inhospitable landscape and irreverence towards religion. The hard-working population of 6 million Bucha 23ians 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 Healthcare, Law & Order, and Defense. The average income tax rate is 18.8%.

The strong Bucha 23ian economy, worth 287 billion francs a year, is fairly diversified and led by the Arms Manufacturing industry, with major contributions from Gambling, Cheese Exports, and Beef-Based Agriculture. Average income is 47,904 francs, and evenly distributed, with the richest citizens earning only 4.7 times as much as the poorest.

Scientists regularly clone human beings for research purposes, the country's famous rainforests are being bulldozed by the mining industry, hundreds of subterranean tunnels are being built as part of "Project Morlock", and glamping Bucha 23ians won't sleep in a tent that doesn't include a Jacuzzi. Crime is moderate. Bucha 23's national animal is the sheep, which teeters on the brink of extinction due to widespread deforestation.

Bucha 23 is ranked 205,519^th in the world and 20^th in Bucharestia for Safest, scoring 51.99 on the Bubble-Rapp Safety Rating.