History
Rotruvia was a small European country neighboring Latveria. Their entire economy depended on the exportation of Molynite, of which 94% of the global export corresponded to them, a power source irreplaceable for potential future electronic innovations and weaponry.
When Latveria's ruler Doctor Doom built a weapon of mass destruction with the intent to intimidate Rotruvia's government into annexing to his domain, the Avengers questioned whether or not they should intervene. On Thor's suggestion, they sought the help of omniscient Asgardian god Heimdall, who informed the heroes that if they acted against Doom, they would win the battle but lose the war.
Having chosen to interfere regardless of Heimdall's warning, the Avengers were transported by the Asgardian gatekeeper to the battlefield, and aided the Rotruvian army (far lesser in numbers and already suffering casualties). The heroes stopped Doom and destroyed his weapon. However, a failsafe measure caused it to disperse an alchemical radiation that eliminated every trace of Molynite in their land. In order to avoid an economic meltdown, Rotruvia's regent was forced to accept Doom's terms of surrender and the country was annexed.[1]
Facts[]
Localization[]
Rotruvia was bordered by Latveria.[1]
Language[]
The language is the Rotruvian, which can be understood by Hungarian-speakers[1] (it can be either a dialect of Hungarian, or a language pretty close to Hungarian).
National defenses[]
Rotruvia was protected by the Rotruvian Army, who was lesser in numbers than the Latverian Army, and used Molynite-powered firearms.[1]
Economy and technology[]
Their entire economy depended on the exportation of Molynite, of which 94% of the global export corresponded to them, a power source irreplaceable for potential future electronic innovations and weaponry.
The Rotruvian Army soldiers were issued with Molynite-powered firearms.[1]