Arrakis

Tsuchi no Kuni, Political Map

Arrakis; The New Seat of Power

• Also See Kaze no Kuni

Politics

While Arrakis, Sunagakure no Sato and Soma all exist within the Country of Wind, in practice each of the three major settlements exist more like independent city-states with a lose alliance that protects the greater boarders of their country. Arrakis is seen as the civilian seat of power within the nation, removed from both the militarized leadership of the Hidden Village and the ancient blood feuds of Soma. Recognized as the political authority by both Sunagakure and the other Great Nations, Arrakis officially serves as the new capitol even if the Daimyo's sovereignty is not recognized in all corners of the country.

• Daimyo - In practice, the Daimyo's power is mostly limited to the city and it's surrounding area, though the strong alliance between Arrakis and Sunagakure no Sato enforces the

• Captain of the Guard - As the name implies, the Captain of the Guard is the person who oversees all martial activity within and surrounding Arrakis, from patrols to investigations or arrests. They have authority over both the civilian guard of the city, as well as any shinobi who may be assigned there however temporarily. The position is appointed by the Daimyo, and a candidate does not need to be a shinobi to qualify. Currently the position is held by Ajisai Nio.

Military

The military within the Country of Earth is made of two distinct areas. The first is obviously the ninja forces that come from Iwagakure no Sato and the second being the Iwagakure Air Federation (I.A.F.). The I.A.F. is a border control and defensive military force that is trademarked by its use of air ships and its mixture of ninja and regular enlisted citizens. Follow the links below for more information concerning these two forces.

• Sunagakure no Sato
• Iwagakure Air Federation

Architecture

The Streets of Arrakis.

Terrain

The Coast of Arrakis.

Weather

Early Summer and Fall see higher levels of precipitation, with increased chances for violent storms or even tsunamis.

Notable Locations in Arrakis

• Manji Village (Contested)

Notable People of Arrakis

• Takashuri Keito [Daimyo]
• Ajisai Nio[Captain of the Guard]