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Countries

Lawmaker features multiple fictional countries, each functioning as an independent political simulation. This guide introduces the countries available in the game.

How Countries Work

Independent Simulations

Each country is completely separate:

  • No interaction between countries
  • Separate players (though you can play in multiple countries)
  • Independent elections and governments
  • Unique meta-game and community

Think of Them as Separate Servers

Countries are like different game servers - what happens in one doesn't affect the others. Each develops its own political landscape and player community.

Common Features

All countries share:

Unique Characteristics

Each country has:

  • Different population - Affects scale of politics
  • Different legislatures - Number and structure of assemblies
  • Different cabinet positions - Unique government roles
  • Different player community - Distinct political culture
  • Different history - Unique legislative and electoral records

Available Countries

Avalon

Parliamentary Democracy

Population: 65 million Legislature: National Assembly (650 seats) System: Westminster-style parliamentary democracy Elections: Every 4 game years

About Avalon:

Avalon is the flagship country in Lawmaker, featuring:

  • Large legislature (650 seats) - Room for many parties
  • Active player community
  • Established political traditions
  • Complex coalition dynamics

Ideal for:

  • Players who want lots of competition
  • Those who enjoy coalition building
  • Players interested in Westminster-style systems

Marianne

Republic

System: French-inspired republican system Style: Multi-party parliamentary democracy

About Marianne:

Named after the French national symbol, Marianne offers:

  • Distinct political character
  • European-influenced governance
  • Active legislative system

Ideal for:

  • Players interested in continental European politics
  • Those who want a different community from Avalon

Columbia

Presidential System

System: American-inspired governance Style: Presidential democracy

About Columbia:

Columbia brings New World political traditions:

  • Different executive structure
  • Unique cabinet system
  • Distinct political culture

Ideal for:

  • Players familiar with presidential systems
  • Those interested in American-style politics

Rheinland

Federation

System: German-inspired federal system Style: Federal parliamentary democracy

About Rheinland:

Rheinland offers federal governance:

  • German political traditions
  • Coalition-focused politics
  • Structured approach to government

Ideal for:

  • Players interested in federal systems
  • Those who enjoy consensus-building politics

Choosing a Country

Factors to Consider

When selecting which country to play in:

1. Player Activity

Check which countries have:

  • Active parties
  • Regular proposals
  • Frequent elections
  • Engaged community

Join Active Countries

The game is more fun when other players are active. Check recent activity before choosing!

2. Political Landscape

Review existing parties:

  • What ideologies are already represented?
  • Where is there a gap you could fill?
  • Which parties dominate?
  • What coalitions exist?

3. Your Preferences

Consider:

  • Large vs. small community - More or fewer competitors?
  • Established vs. new - Join mature politics or help build new country?
  • Political style - Which system interests you?
  • Available niches - Where can your party make an impact?

Starting in a New Country

If you're new to Lawmaker:

  1. Research first - Check country overview pages
  2. Review existing parties - See who's already playing
  3. Check recent elections - Understand power balance
  4. Read current laws - Know the status quo
  5. Identify opportunities - Find your niche

Fill a Gap

Look for ideological spaces not covered by existing parties. Creating a unique party is more impactful than copying others!

Playing in Multiple Countries

Multi-Country Strategy

You can create parties in multiple countries:

  • Each party is independent
  • Separate Political Power pools
  • Different seats and voting weight
  • Distinct strategies and coalitions

Managing Multiple Parties

Tips for multi-country play:

✓ Start with one - Master basics before expanding ✓ Choose different ideologies - Try varied strategies ✓ Manage time - Each party needs attention ✓ Don't overextend - 2-3 countries maximum recommended ✗ Don't neglect any - Inactive parties hurt your reputation

Benefits of Multi-Country Play

  • Learn faster - See different strategies and communities
  • More gameplay - Multiple elections and coalitions
  • Experiment - Try different ideological positions
  • Stay engaged - Always something happening

Drawbacks

  • Time commitment - Multiple parties to manage
  • Can't focus - Divided attention
  • Complexity - Multiple coalitions and strategies
  • Risk of neglect - Harder to be active everywhere

One Country Rule

Most countries prohibit creating multiple parties in the same country. Check specific rules before creating second party in one country.

Country Meta-Game

Developing Culture

Each country develops unique:

  • Political traditions - How coalitions form
  • Legislative norms - What proposals are acceptable
  • Electoral patterns - Typical vote distributions
  • Player relationships - Alliances and rivalries

Becoming Established

Long-term players in a country:

  • Know the history
  • Have existing relationships
  • Understand unwritten rules
  • Shape political culture

New Player Integration

As a newcomer:

  • Observe first - Learn the culture
  • Communicate actively - Introduce yourself
  • Respect traditions - Don't break norms
  • Build relationships - Start with small collaborations

Country Information Pages

Each country has overview pages showing:

  • Current laws - Status of all laws
  • Legislative history - What's been changed
  • Active parties - Who's playing
  • Seat distribution - Current legislature composition
  • Government - Current cabinet
  • Election schedule - Upcoming votes
  • Recent activity - Latest proposals and votes

Study Before Playing

Read your country's overview pages thoroughly before creating a party. Understanding the landscape helps you position effectively.

Country Administration

Game Masters

Countries may have administrators who:

  • Monitor for rule violations
  • Handle disputes
  • Maintain fair play
  • Answer questions

Rules and Guidelines

Each country may have specific:

  • Conduct rules
  • Multi-party restrictions
  • Communication guidelines
  • Fair play expectations

Reporting Issues

If you encounter problems:

  • Use in-game reporting tools
  • Contact administrators
  • Document evidence
  • Stay professional

Future Countries

Planned Additions

The game may add new countries:

  • Different governmental systems
  • Varied sizes and structures
  • Unique characteristics
  • Fresh communities

Country Suggestions

Players can suggest new countries:

  • Propose to developers
  • Describe unique features
  • Justify addition
  • Rally community support

Tips for Country Selection

Choosing Wisely

  1. Check activity levels - Join active countries
  2. Review existing parties - Find your niche
  3. Consider your time - Match commitment to activity
  4. Think long-term - You'll be here for many election cycles
  5. Try the main country first - Avalon is most established
  6. Communicate - Talk to existing players before joining
  7. Be unique - Fill gaps in political spectrum

Next Steps

Once you've chosen a country:

Good luck building your political legacy!