Maronsia Ruler: Selene Montesque Heraldry: An open tome on a blue and gold background Population: Medium Size: Small to Medium Resources: Good: Mining, Agriculture-wheat, fishing. History: Selene, a popular noble from Strea-Tarl, brought many other popular nobles along with many followers to this new, untapped region. Granted a nation for her families contributions to Strea-Tarl, she was likely granted this particular spot because of its remote location; perhaps so she couldn't involve herself so easily into the political games of nations. Political Situation: While content with developing their own nations' resources, they have a concern of the U.P of D (4). Government: Council of Five: all previously Nobles in Strea-Tarl. 1) Gayle Wininnst -Amethyst 2) Beth Berlisle- Amethyst 3) Geoffrey Torrence- Pearl 4) Gabrielle Harkensung- Amethyst
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Wenthania Ruler: Calandryll DuWenthus Heraldry: An ancient symbol in an ancient language on a light field of purple. Population: Low to Medium Size: Small to Medium Resources: Fair to Good; Fishing, copper mining, herding History: Granted a nation mainly because of noble status in Strea-Tarl and for leading a stand in defense of the city in times of chaos. Political Situation: Though busy developing own resources; good relations with Tuarnia (20), Goldenshire (41) and with Selene (1). Government: Monarchy with top advisors: Ebert Ebonae- Amethyst & Samuel LeCongle- Pearl.
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Dravincia Ruler: Jonas et Troskyn Heraldry: A 7-headed Golden Hydra on a light green background Population: Medium to High Size: Large Resources: Very Good; various mining, wheat, corn, forestry, fishing and herding History: 400 years past, a collective of people and their oligarchy ruled in this area. Having proved this, they've regained their prior control. Political Situation: Still trying to "solidify" relations with the plains people to the east and the three smaller trader nations to the west. The ethnic background in the area is popular for the peoples swarthier skin and thick sideburns. Government: War Council: Lord Garn-Battle Leader; Sir Gieve- Head Engineer.
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United Protectorate of Dahlviin Ruler: Emperor Mahosav Dahlviin Heraldry: Three pikes criss-crossed in front of grains of wheat and fish Population: High Size: Medium Resources: Average: Fishing, agriculture, trading History: Three smaller nations quickly combined into one within a year of the forming of nations. With Dravincia (3) edging their eastern boundaries and the Pirates of Raiders Reefs hunting the seas, it seemed to be an excellent fix. It has worked so far. Political Situation: Heavy into trades and tariffs, they have any of their needs shipped in for favors, money and fish. Government: A massive merchants council of about 20 to 30 all sit together and discuss issues. And although only about 7 merchants have much influence on the Emperor and his ways, three of them are former Strea-Tarl nobles: 1) Garret Jax- Pearl 2) Santor Borling- Opal 3) William Forlingly- Pearl
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Ghoth's Path Ruler: Drawth Givern Heraldry: Two serpents entwined on an obsidian pillar Population: Medium Size: Small Resources: Poor: Mining, Trading History: A descendant of an powerful paladin whose religious order protected travelers traversing this pass from bandits and beasts alike. Political Situation: A cautious relationship on all sides Government: Noble and Religious Councils keep each other in check..
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The plains clans Ruler: 12 chiefs of 12 clans Clan Chieftain Cloak Color
Corin Dathlar Red
Khulinin Savaric Gold
Geldring Branth Green
Wylfling Medb Brown
Dangari Koshyn Indigo
Shadedron Malech Black
Reidhar Caurus Yellow
Amnok Ferron Gray
Murjik Jol Purple
Bahedin Babur Orange
Jahanan Sha Umar Maroon
Ferganan Quamar Light Blue Population: Low Size: Large History: They used to roam the entire northern plains. Now they find themselves with borders.
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Ust Atka (69BE) Ruler: Raven Kalathor Heraldry: Black Raven Population: Low to Medium Size: Medium Resources: Average: agriculture, herding, trade History: 800-year-old lineage gives this land to the Raven Political Situation: Uneasy with all sides, except to the north with the clansmen. They ignore that border and allow the clansmen more migratory land. Government: Militant Monarchy who has 7 lieutenants with competent troops patrolling the borders.
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Kormane (40) Ruler: Farid el-Mashil Heraldry: Bipedal insect/scorpion crouching menacingly Population: Medium Size: Medium Resources: Good: Agriculture, herding, forestry History: A separate lineage from the one that encompassed this land 800 years ago, Farid proved her claim and brought many of her own oriental kind from the desert or across the sea, or from somewhere, with her. Political Situation: A quiet, self-sufficient nation, they make treaties when necessary, otherwise remain quiet. Government: Monarchy
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Sarma Ruler: Priest Lord Rigel min Namal Heraldry: Golden Sun held in a Gauntleted Fist Population: Medium to High Size: Small to Medium Resources: Average: Mining, Trade, Herding History: 600 years back, a faction broke off from the popular leader of the nation now called Khel-Zil. Ever since, they've bickered over power of Zhind with the opponent Political Situation: Good with Dravincia (3), they have tentative plans with Dravincia to excavate the Tomb of the Gods in the future. Government: Religious and Merchant houses work relatively cooperatively in the enlightenment of the nation.
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Khel-Zil Ruler: Emperor Alak Abnelkunie Heraldry: A Turban with a large ruby within, with lightning in the background Population: High Size: Small to Medium Resources: Meager: Mining, Trade, Magic History: 1000 years of history from when the Emperor came from overseas with but 1000 men and women. Eventually some broke off and formed Sarma (9). As a whole, these people have slightly sharper features with darker skin (turskish) Political Situation: Tense, constant attempts to gain total control of Zhind, a cautious eye to the peaks of the Goldhoard mountains, and all of their new neighbors. Open to treaties if it gives them reasonable (very reasonable) benefits. Government: The Emperor has a family dynasty intact, even though its been hundreds of years since their last official rule.
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Selifiandin Ruler: Norshore Anticule Heraldry: Sea monster reaching out of the sea Population: Small Size: Small Resources: Poor: Fishing, Mining History: A Ruby from Strea-Tarl, this nation's purpose is to watch and contain the actions of the gruesome volcano, Balthatuse. Political Situation: Civil relations with (4) the Protectorate of Dahlviin, neutral with others. Government: A peaceful, quiet council of eleven nobles, they maintain their three main cities of harmonious work ethic.
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Demons Tears Ruler: Roland Cort Heraldry: A white rose on a light blue field with black tears. Population: Very Low Size: Very Small Resources: Meager: Mining, Fishing, Herding History: The most successful forgery of the courts, there was no right for this nation to exist, but trickery and lies made it possible. Political Situation: A puppet leader for the time being, it’s a quiet and brooding nation; with no offered alliances to speak of. Government: A private council of a few town leaders manage the small villages and mining towns.
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Vraugth en Tante Ruler: Narcione Vologne Heraldry: A Griffon on a field of Green and Black Population: Low Size: Small Resources: Meager: Fishing and shipping, mining copper, electrum. History: Narcione and Curtis Calitoff the former 8th and 9th Blades of Strea-tarl won the right to this nation. Political Situation: They are trying to create an alliance of west cost nations to protect the seas pirates, and imports from the east, with tariffs aplenty. Government: Hopefully will maintain strong ties with The Wyvern's Republic. (38)
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Chimaeron Ruler: Danita Kusor Heraldry: Chimera on a Cloudy field Population: Low Size: Very small Resources: Poor Mining, herding, trading History: Danita had lived to the east of the mountains for many years, before becoming attached to them in a magical sense. Now she continues to survive and flourish in the west, after scaring and terrorizing her way to a nation. Political Situation: No alliances. All neighbors fear the fairy tales of an indestructible Chimera in the land. Government: Council of Leaders that have relatively free control of the land, the people are not down-trodden, but optimistic.
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Lindausin Ruler: Kassin Roumi Heraldry: White sword on a maroon background. Population: Medium Size: Small Resources: Average: Herding, Fishing, Mining History: Faction that long broke off from Malthania claimed right to this land. Political Situation: Extremely tense, surrounded by many monsters from the mountains and cruel leaders to the north and south. Government: Monarchy, with many battle troops of excellent training.
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Besaiam Ruler: Keta Pechya Heraldry: A small warship under a gleaming sun. Population: medium Size: Small to Medium Resources: Average: Mining, Fishing, Pirating, herding History: The Lamia surrounds herself with thousands of fanatical followers, willing to do her every bidding. Political Situation: They pirate the sea and raid other lands for men and other potential residents. Government: Terroristic and greedy leaders give a communist, huddled "feel" to the nation.
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Grallingdon Ruler: King Donigarten, the Grand High Chancellor Heraldry: Gold Gauntlet clenching a white scarf Population: High Size: Medium Resources: Very Good: Forestry, Agriculture, Mining, Herding History: 800 years ago, they held a nation in this area. Big on treatises and legalities then, they may even be bigger on them now. Political Situation: Envied by some for their relative control of the Deep Forest of Dareth, they trade with many (3, 14, 18, 20, 40) and have already made several contract with other nations (23,38,39,41) for future endeavors in many matters. Government: LG monarchy. The Knights of the White Sash, continually look for heathens, converts and worthy believers; but in what order?
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Malthania Ruler: Lord Malthan XIV Heraldry: Ancient Symbol in Old Malthanian Population: High Size: Very Large Resources: Good: Agriculture, Forestry, Herding, Mining, Fishing History: One of the 2 original nations, they were granted a huge tract on both proven history and past deeds done for humankind. Political Situation: Stiffly polite with other major players to the east (38,39,41). View western nations as corrupt or primitive, though will occasionally trade with them. Government: Monarchy
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Juant-Tir Ruler: Lheandal Devarm Heraldry: A beam of light shooting down between to majestic mountain peaks. Population: Medium Size: Small Resources: Average: Mining, agriculture History: 800 year old ally of Malthania, though now not actively pursuing that route. Political Situation: Excellent allies to the north and south. Government: Just LG, Small Council. Brendan Shaneen leads the Knights of the Holy Pendant (Belenus)
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Tuarnia Ruler: Miara Maufrincia Heraldry: A unicorn and griffon standing together on a field of green. Population: Medium Size: Small Resources: Average: Mining, Forestry, agriculture History: A Pearl noble from Strea-Tarl, she brought along other peoples with significant bloodlines. Political Situation: Sturdy ally to the north (19)with a suspicious yet reasonable ruler to the south (21). New at ruling however, not much is expected from Tuarnia, as they try to develop their own resources for the time being. Government: A NG Public Council
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Talisny Ruler: Thane Thuriene Donally Heraldry: Red rose, crossed with an ancient tree Population: Low to Medium Size: Small Resources: Average: Fishing, Sea crops, agriculture, herding History: 900 years ago, broke off from the kingdom of Dvorzny to the south and the serfdom they pressed on its people. Political Situation: Suspicious of most, they are fairly self-reliant. Government: Large Noble Council
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Ere Kinnia Ruler: Lord Sanissen XII Heraldry: Hourglass giving a long shadow Population: Low to Medium Size: Small to Medium Resources: Meager: Agriculture, herding History: One of several factions that left Mel Tomesh at the start of the 101 day plague, they couldn't provide all the proof needed for a dominant and accurate land grant, though still did well. Political Situation: Starting to re-establish relations with the other nations of old Mel Tomesh. (23, 24, 25, 26) Government: Wizards Administrative
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Dhaels Hol Ruler: Geranys Dulaine Heraldry: Staff striking the ground, breaking apart the soil. Population: Medium Size: Small to Medium Resources: Average: Agriculture, forestry History: One of the factions to leave Mel Tomesh during the 101 day plague. Political Situation: Too concerned with the inaccurate land grant and the untamed creatures therein to maintain relations with their neighbors. Government: Spellcasters Council
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Sciyira Ruler: Gerad Arrasi Heraldry: Lance and Shield on an orange skyline. Population: Small Size: Small Resources: Average: Agriculture, forestry History: One of the factions to leave Mel Tomesh during the 101 day plague. Political Situation: A solid battle-tested army, capable of warring with anyone, but are currently at peaceful times. Government: An oligarchy of 4 families of ancient times, always plotting for expansion.
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: Hills of LeShan Ruler: Kantock LeShan Elias Heraldry: a roaring lion (golden) on a black and red checkered background name and holdings. Population: Medium to High Size: Medium Resources: Good: Agriculture, Herding, Minng gold, pewter. History: One of the factions to leave Mel Tomesh during the 101 day plague. Political Situation: This family is very powerful, likely to utilize brute force and fear to advance their family and nation Government: Despotic monarchy
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: Land of Azuviir Ruler: Dan-shal Azuviir Heraldry: Embellished, Golden 'T' on a blue field. Population: Medium-Low to Medium Size: Large Resources: Very Good: Agriculture, lumber, mining, copper, electrum, iron. History: One of the factions to leave Mel Tomesh during the 101 day plague. Political Situation: Wishes to create good relations with former factions of Mel Tomesh (22-25), although that may not be reciprocated. Government: Monarchy
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: Dvorzny Ruler: Vladimir Nikailov Heraldry: 8 headed Hydra, with a dead beast at its feet. Population: Low to Medium Size: Medium Resources: Good History: Once a feudal land, slightly different now, though there are still Nikailov's boyars, his lesser nobles, that run smaller their own lands. PoliticalSituation: Tenuous to the north (21), frightened of the south (28), and chaotic within. Government: Weak central hold, in a feudal setting.
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: Famenna Ruler: Pyret Sontur (the Magian) Heraldry: A Lone gray tower, with green grass abound. Population: Very Low Size: Very small Resources: Poor to Meager- Fishing, Mining, some Agriculture History: Has controlled this area of land for at least the last 40 years, maybe more? PoliticalSituation: Powerful, militant troops are a threat to the borders and to the commoner within. Have recently developed some sort of alliance with Ust Atka (7) Government: High mage with battle troops and lieutenants.
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: Stoldvok Ruler: Varri Haraldonsin Heraldry: Great, golden Axe on a field of green Population: Low Size: Small Resources: Meager- Fishing, Forestry, Mining. Currently control a natural pass from the sea through the Bhid-sol mountains to the Azuviir nation. History: A monetarily poorer nation, they have in the past fought with other factions to the south. PoliticalSituation: Warmongers to the north (28), humanoids to the south (30). Yikes. Hopes to make treaties with the Azuviir nation. Government: Monarchy
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: Tribes of the Iron Fist Ruler: Burzuk the Great, Orog Heraldry: Warhammer impacting an unidentifiable foe. Population: Medium (Humanoid) Low (Human) Size: Small Resources: Poor- Mining, Piracy History: Has kept control over region for last 25 years. PoliticalSituation: Looking to wound anyone they can, chaotic skirmishes within the land. Government: Might is Right, Burzuk has might and a large humanoid war council, which is surprisingly lawful to his commands.
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: Zirkala Ruler: Glerrin Sunitol Heraldry: Halfling arm wrapped in plantlike, vine-like armor Population: Medium Size: Medium to Large Resources: Poor History: Over many generations, the strange breed of halfllings and vicious thri-keen eventually stopped warring and became more neutral towards one another. PoliticalSituation: Pacts with underdark denizens and human outlaws help them gather information about their neighbors. Government: Clan chieftains, Conclave meetings
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: Saldina Ruler: Corolev Nylestine Heraldry: Official being hung by his own whip, on a field of brown. Population: Medium Size: Large Resources: Poor- Fishing, Mining, Herding History: Made of mostly exiled people from recent Strea-Tarl days, along with natives from long ago, and survivors of shipwrecks. PoliticalSituation: Relatively peaceful, wary of Zirkala (31). Government: Democratic council.
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: Darytsu Ruler: Tarthas (in name only) Heraldry: None as of yet. Population: Low Size: Very Large Resources: Poor to Meager- Sand, Glass, Brick, slaves History: Mostly exiled peoples of Strea-Tarl, and foreigners from the south. PoliticalSituation: Anarchy and chaos, powerful groups take slaves at whim. Government: Guild councils help commerce.
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ofNation: Pittance Ruler: Velume Storliane Heraldry: Falcon over the sea waves crashing upon rocky crags Population: Medium Size: Small Resources: Meager-Fishing, Ore, Trading History: Leader of Strea-Tarls lacky was awarded this domain. PoliticalSituation: Unsure of neighbors, fairly safe while aligned with The Wyvern's Republic. Government: Oligarchy (previously 4th blade in Strea-tarl)
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Realm of the Sphynx Ruler: The Sphynx Heraldry: A Sphynx Population: Low (human) Medium (Humanoid) Size: Small Resources: Poor- Ore History: The Sphynx pulled his troops out of the northern fringe of the Bhid-sol mountains, due to a treaty that would grant him a nation in the future. Here it is. Political Situation: Allies with none. Government: Anarchy all over the place. The Sphynx has a few bands of gnolls that are his arm and voice of control
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Hell Haven Ruler: Dyaneave Sunstream Heraldry: Jagged Sword cutting through a magical wall Population: Medium (elves and humans) Size: Small Resources: Good- Mining, ore, clay History: Exiled Elves turned this area into their domain. Political Situation: Curious with all neighbors, may look to expand north beyond the fallen magical barrier. Government: Elven Oligarchy, caste system for other races.
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Mairada Ruler: Sultana Alassin el-Maneer Heraldry: Coiled snake, seemingly satisfied Population: Medium Size: Small Resources: Meager- Ore, Fishing, Trading History: A Blade from Strea-tarl has changed her name to her old family line and taken command, along with Dante Kontern (Ruby). Political Situation: Works to maintain relationships with Malthania and The Wyvern's Republic Government: Monarchy with Religious Council
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The Wyvern's Republic Ruler: High Blade Selfaril Heraldry: Wyvern winding around a lone tower Population: High Size: High Resources: Very good-agriculture, timber, trading, fishing, herding, weaving History: Having controlled the city of Strea-Tarl for the last 23 years; and maintaining the magical barrier of exile, this nation under Lord Selfaril, could be one of the most significant, new nations. Political Situation: A new nation, and wedged in between two nations with history, there are yet a big influence on many levels, especially with nations (34,37) helping him comtrol the Thasean sea. Government: Bladedom and Council
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New Corunsia Ruler: Bjalnin Obfusane Heraldry: Ancient Symbol of Old Corunsia Population: High Size: Large Resources: Very Good-timber, fish, trade, shipping History: One of the 2 original nations, they were granted a huge tract on both proven history and past deeds done for humankind. Political Situation: Safe and solid, it's all about tariffs and treaties with the other major nations. Government: Monarchy
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TaQazara Ruler: Lord Breszhnaht el-aDib Heraldry: Golden Lion on Plush velvet Population: Medium to High Size: Medium Resources: Average-Trade, agriculture, herding, textiles. History: Unofficially, the ruling family of Dalincus the tent city, they were granted a nation. They protected the city throughout the ages, as the wall-less city migrated over time. Political Situation: Merchants Council Government: Merchant Guild Voting consortium
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Goldenshire Ruler: Yustable Tarthree Heraldry: Golden Rooster in front of two crossed, shining swords Population: Medium to high Size: Large Resources: Good: Forestry, whaling, ship building, fishing, herding. History: Quite possibly the third oldest nation, the city of Ballenthus has always kept tabs on Dalincus and Cav-Pluhn; keeping the entire northeast relatively safe from humanoid hordes and piracy. Political Situation: Trying to push their status to that of Malthania and New Corunsia, while at the same time supporting Vosgaundy (42). Government: Council of Lords
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Vosgaundy Ruler: Mirund Molochev Heraldry: Great Axe crossed with Lance Population: Low to Medium Size: Small to Medium Resources: Average to Good: Herding, Forestry, agriculture, mining- ore. History: Having always kept the hordes and critters to the north, a nation seemed only necessary and earned. Political Situation: Works relatively closely with Melyy (43) in the quest against the northern hordes Government: Monarchy
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Melyy Ruler: Ivon Polavich Heraldry: Icy waterfall splashing into a pool with three black bears fishing Population: Low Size: Small to Medium Resources: Average: Mining- silver, Herding History: Having always kept the hordes and critters to the north, a nation seemed only necessary and earned; in past years though, more and more commoners have went north, seeking silver in the high hills. Political Situation: Neutral with the plains tribes (6) and defensive against the humanoid hordes (44), yet united with Vosgaundy (42) in their duty of wildland patrol. Government: Weak Monarchy
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Lutkhovsky Ruler: Pavel Suderaght Heraldry: Pair of fiery red eyes on a field of white Population: Low Size: Small to Medium Resources: Poor-silver, trapping History: Granted to this noble of Chen-tein to attempt to keep the evils even more cornered. Political Situation: No one really wanted this land, with so many barbarians and hordes to deal with in the land, and the zealous protectorates to the south. Government: Weak Monarchy
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Velenoye Ruler: Fiala Ruszca Heraldry: Hidden warrior with bearskin hood/cape. Population: Very low Size: Very small Resources: Very poor: trapping, snow History: Granted to this noble of Zhind to attempt to keep the evils even more cornered. Too bad, she is evil as well. Political Situation: Must beware of hordes aplenty as well as nations to the south (42,43). In times of crisis, Ruszca may seek influence from the Khel-Zil nation. (10) Government: Dictator/Monarchy; anarchy in desolate regions.
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Zoloska Ruler: Uvna Farzeb Heraldry: Clenched six-fingered gauntlet Population: Very Low Size: Very Small Resources: Poor-mining, ore, whaling History: Granted to this noble of Cav-Pluhn to attempt to keep the evils even more cornered. Political Situation: As an isolationist ruler with an isolated geography, even neutral nations become enemies. Government: Monarchy with Naval Leader council
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Thasean Reefs Ruler: Simmeus Stein Heraldry: Olive branch floating in water Population: Low Size: Very small Resources: Average: Fishing and seafood History: Formerly used as navy port of Chen-tein to protect its bay, it is ruled by a former Strea-Tarl Noble whose sole job is to protect the Thasean Sea from open sea monsters, invaders, pirates and bootleggers. Political Situation: Opposed to the open sea and piracy, allies with all nations bordering the Sea. Government: Communist
Dantuusk Island:
A large, heavily wooded island a few days sail from Goldenshire, this island could be a self-sufficient nation if aligned with proper allies. Too bad Goldenshire is looking to annex.
Chonussun:
A volcanic island off the west coast of the Gold Hoard mountains, ancient ruins from times long past tempt both pirate, west coast nations, and treasure hunters.
The Raider Reefs:
Although containing poor resources, and inconsistent soil, the east side of these reefs are a natural safe harbor from the sea, while the west a veritable treasure trove of sunken galleons. If one could clear out all the current pirates, they would have an excellent trading port.
Alleystr's Island:
A lightly forested land, with a ruined castle from generations ago make this a heavily sought island by people not granted a nation.
The Ancient Wastes:
This pile of crapp island ain't worth a diddle, unless you're desperate to have a nation or like to eat clams.
Dragon Claw Isles:
This spread of smaller islands could host more than one nation, certainly however, weak nations would they be. Although believed by many to be inhabited by ancient dragons and other nasties, it doesn’t stop the flow of ships venturing out to learn more of its lands.
Remorrhaz Island:
This northernmost island sits just off of Wenthania, and while they hope to annex it, they also could see value in an ally claiming it, as they have their hands full already.
Desertscowl Archipelago:
This group of scattered islands has been occupied by little brown native people for generations. At least that’s what the little brown person who came from there told us. Some of them are ripe with tropical growth, others are barren as a female golem.
These eight major islands and chains are not currently designated to any historic families or current powers. Up for grabs, if you will, anyone that can civilize and settle them will be granted that island as their nation after 3 years.