The Sae-joseon Dynasty of Kaulia (or more commonly known as the Empire of Kaulia) is a relatively modernized state, having been trading extensively with the Chinese to the west and overseas trade with both the Japanese and Europeans. While its small size may seem underwhelming, especially compared to the Shui, it's made up for it with a Europeanized army and navy. It's gone to great strides to even establish tiny protectorates alongside the southern coast of Japan, although it's angered the Rising Sun to do so. There has been rumors of an upcoming war over these territories; but nationalism prevails.