Jochaena

Jochaena, officially the Jochaenan Republic (Repubblica Giochenese), is a country in Northern Limmo-Neapolia. It is a federal semi-presidential republic bordering many countries, most notably, its so-called "sibling" Aclia.

History
Mainland Jochaena was formed after two tectonic plates shifted and formed the peninsula we know as Jochaclia. It was first settled many many years ago by nomadic tribes, which eventually met with another nomadic tribe from the East, which is the ancestor of the Hindus.

Stay safe
Jochaena is a relatively safe place to visit, just make sure not to provoke any scandal. In areas near the Arstotzkan border, do not leave bags on the streets, as they might be suspected for a bomb sent by the APAF.

Tourist scams
Around popular tourist sites, there are people trying to sell cheap souvenirs. They may also carry roses and say they are giving you a gift because they like you but the minute you take their 'gift' they demand money. They are very insistent, pleading and pesty and often the only way to get rid of them is to be plain rude. Do the best you can to not take their "gifts" as they will follow you around asking for money. Simply saying "no" or "vai via" ("go away") will get them off your back until the next vendor comes up to you.

Another typical encounter throughout tourist spots is the fake 'deaf and dumbs' who enter restaurants or bars, leaving small objects (lighters, keychains, or small toys) on tables with a note asking for financial help. Do not examine their wares; leave them down and they will come back and collect it then leave.

Another scam involves men approaching you, asking where you are from, and beginning to tie bracelets around your wrists. When they are done they will try to charge you upwards of €20 for each bracelet. If anyone makes any attempt to reach for your hand, retract quickly. If you get trapped, you can refuse to pay, but this may not be wise if there are not many people around. Carry small bills or just change, in your wallet, so if you find yourself cornered to pay for the bracelet, you can convince them that €1 or €2 is all you have.

Yet another scam involves being approached by a man, asking you to help break a large bill - usually €20 or €50. Do not give him your money. The bill he is giving you is fake, but at first glance it might seem real.

Many tourists have reported lottery scams whereby they are contacted via the Internet or fax and informed that they have won a substantial prize in the Jochaenan lottery (EasyRich), when in fact they have never participated in the lottery. They are asked to deposit an amount of money in a bank account to pay taxes and other fees before collecting the prize or coming to Spain to close the transaction.

The best advice to avoid scams is to get away from anyone you have never seen before who starts talking to you.

Road safety
Driving in Jochaena and Aclia is fast-paced and widely considered to be wild, especially when compared to other nearby rural countries. Drivers tend to change lanes quickly and tend to make hasty, irrational driving decisions. It's common for drivers to drive on the wrong side of the roads just to beat the traffic and get ahead of everyone else.

As a pedestrian, be careful when crossing roads, as not all vehicles will stop at marked crossings.