The apple is the integral fruit of any healthy diet. Its sweetness, crunchiness and texture are admired worldwide. The Apple Republic is a peace-loving nation led by a charismatic sovereign called the Big Red. They are part the League Of Fruits and have recently acquired a permanent seat in the organization’s Security Council. The Apples have some political differences with the Pineapples but have remained their allies over the years.
The Jalapeno is a medium-sized chili pepper that has a warm, burning sensation when eaten. Their state is a hyper-nationalistic, ultra-capitalist meritocracy backed up by the realm’s strongest military force. They aren’t politically aligned with any nation or multi-lateral diplomatic organization. The Jalapenos are famous for their strange obsession with lights.
Pineapples may be consumed fresh, canned or juiced and are found in a wide array of food stuffs - desserts, fruit salads, jam, yogurt, ice cream, candy and as a complement to some meat dishes. In a distant land lies the remote and isolated Pineapple Kingdom, which is ruled by an insane absolutist monarch called the Pineapple King. Much to the bewilderment of the other nations, the Pineapples still consider their state to be utopia. The Pineapple Kingdom dreams of a day when they unify the world through their culture.
Cabbage leaves often have a delicate, powdery, waxy coating called bloom. The occasionally sharp or bitter taste of cabbage is due to glucosinolate(s). Cabbages are also a good source of riboflavin. The Cabbage Federation is a forward-thinking and rapidly expanding civilization. Cabbages are proud do-it-yourself industrialists and engineers. However, the Federation has serious problems with pollution due to its industry.
