The Confederacy of Puppet State 338 is a colossal, socially progressive nation, remarkable for its absence of drug laws. The hard-working, democratic population of 4.261 billion Puppet State 338ians 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 relatively small, liberal, outspoken government prioritizes Defense, although Healthcare, Welfare, and Administration are also considered important, while International Aid and Spirituality receive no funds. Citizens pay a flat income tax of 12.5%.

The strong Puppet State 338ian economy, worth 166 trillion francs a year, is led by the Retail industry, with major contributions from Uranium Mining, Information Technology, and Trout Farming. Average income is 39,057 francs, with the richest citizens earning 7.9 times as much as the poorest.

Surveillance cameras are banned, the government awards prizes to television shows featuring stereotype-breaking minority roles, the tenet of free speech is held dear, and when shaking hands with foreign leaders Leader wears an armoured gauntlet. Crime is a problem, with the police force struggling against a lack of funding and a high mortality rate. Puppet State 338's national animal is the unicorn, which can occasionally be seen sifting through garbage in the nation's cities.

Puppet State 338 is ranked 185,225^th in the world and 27^th in Silly for Most Scientifically Advanced, scoring 61.24 on the Kurzweil Singularity Index.