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Here’s just a list of
terms that have a completely different meaning in the manga. This is aside from
their literal denotation.

Being Bullied: 

When a nation is referred
to as a bully and/or is bullied, this refers to them being conquered or sought after
by more powerful nations.

Ex: Both Italy brothers being conquered after Rome’s death [x].

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Ex: Russia being ‘picked on’ by Mongolia, Denmark, Sweden, and Prussia.

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Boss: 

The nation’s leader.
Pretty self-explanatory [x].

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Honour Student:

While it is possible for
nations to become students and attain degrees, the term “honour student” is
used in reference to how well a country succeeds politically or economically.

Ex: Italy’s referred to as an honour student in the EU [x].

Ex: Seychelles, being among the wealthiest African nations, is referred to
as an honour student.

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House:

House refers to the
actual country itself.

“My house [country] is
known for…”

Ex: Italy expressing confusion at the foods that tourist destinations in
his country try to pass off as authentic Italian cuisine [x].

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