The exploration of the FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) movement by the Metabase Team analyzes how geographic factors influence the time it takes for individuals in different countries to achieve financial independence. Using open datasets and tools like Metabase, the study reveals that Eastern Asian countries such as Japan and South Korea have the shortest timeframes for reaching FIRE, attributed to their high savings rates, while North Americans face longer durations despite higher average incomes. Interestingly, the research found no correlation between the quality of pension plans and the years needed to retire early, challenging the assumption that better pension systems would allow for lower personal savings rates. The article also provides a calculator to help individuals estimate their own path to FIRE, suggesting that outperforming national averages can accelerate their journey to early retirement.