The Republic of Drark is a small, socially progressive nation, remarkable for its irreverence towards religion, complete absence of social welfare, and spontaneously combusting cars. The hard-nosed, hard-working, democratic population of 26 million Drarkians 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 minute, liberal, pro-business, outspoken government, or what there is of one, is effectively ruled by the Department of Defense, although Education is also considered important, while International Aid and Spirituality aren't funded at all. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 4.6%.

The strong Drarkian economy, worth 1.69 trillion rubles a year, is driven almost entirely by the private sector, which is broadly diversified and led by the Arms Manufacturing industry, with significant contributions from Information Technology, Woodchip Exports, and Beef-Based Agriculture. Average income is 65,125 rubles, but there is a vast disparity between incomes, with the richest 10% of citizens earning 419,740 per year while the poor average 4,082, a ratio of 102 to 1.

The latest Harry Potter book is a bestseller, the tenet of free speech is held dear, scientists regularly clone human beings for research purposes, and pet owners must make a payment if their charges leave a deposit. Crime is a serious problem, with the police force struggling against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. Drark's national animal is the dove, which can occasionally be seen dodging aircraft in the nation's cities.

Drark is ranked 246,752^nd in the world and 112^th in Dritish Empire for Largest Trout Fishing Sector, scoring -3.58 on the Nemo Depletion Efficiency Index.