The Republic of Hard Light is a colossal, socially progressive nation, notable for its absence of drug laws and spontaneously combusting cars. The hard-working, democratic population of 2.805 billion Hard Lightians live in a state of perpetual fear, as a complete breakdown of social order has led to the rise of order through biker gangs.

The tiny, liberal, pro-business, outspoken government prioritizes Defense, although Healthcare, Welfare, and Education are also considered important, while International Aid and Spirituality receive no funds. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 7.4%.

The strong Hard Lightian economy, worth 108 trillion glimmers a year, is led by the Arms Manufacturing industry, with major contributions from Soda Sales, Gambling, and Cheese Exports. Average income is 38,735 glimmers, but there is a vast disparity between incomes, with the richest 10% of citizens earning 249,654 per year while the poor average 2,428, a ratio of 102 to 1.

Crime is a serious problem, with the police force struggling against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. Hard Light's national animal is the black cat, which can occasionally be seen sifting through garbage in the nation's cities.

Hard Light is ranked 278,204^th in the world and 3^rd in Minecraft End Highlands for Highest Average Incomes, with 38,735.56 Standard Monetary Units.