The Planeda Unio of Askio is a colossal, genial nation, ruled by Ministraro with a fair hand, and renowned for its keen interest in outer space, unlimited-speed roads, and otherworldly petting zoo. The compassionate, democratic, cheerful population of 4.919 billion Askians hold their civil and political rights very dear, although the wealthy and those in business tend to be viewed with suspicion.

The medium-sized government juggles the competing demands of Industry, Education, and Administration. It meets to discuss matters of state in the capital city of Astorio. The average income tax rate is 96.1%.

The frighteningly efficient Askian economy, worth a remarkable 1,609 trillion Spesmiloj a year, is broadly diversified and led by the Information Technology industry, with significant contributions from Tourism, Retail, and Book Publishing. Average income is an amazing 327,109 Spesmiloj, and distributed extremely evenly, with little difference between the richest and poorest citizens.

The Pipe Bomb Makers' Pop-Up Book can be found in preschool libraries, Ministraro has been seen stealthily slicing fifths off bread loaves, a child's only Trickster Night scare is the sight of their parents dancing, and the Askio Automotive Racing Series draws millions of spectators annually while those near the tracks complain about the noise. Crime is totally unknown. Askio's national animal is the Dragon, which is also the nation's favorite main course.

Askio is ranked 44,570^th in the world and 2^nd in Esperanto for Largest Manufacturing Sector, scoring 22,096.38 on the Gooback-Jerbs Productivity Index.