Lands of Adventures
Lands of Adventures
Thestria, Valkandis, and Arn (Slavery is rampant here, so adventurer's beware!)
Thestria-
Thestria is a mountainous country, with deep hidden valleys and dark forests its people insular and distrustful of outsiders. They are ruled by a tyrannical King named GUNNAR OLAFSSON (called the BATTLE-WOLF) and the quarrelsome Jarls*1 and Karls*2 of the many warrior houses. Slaves, often called Drals*3, are common in all but the poorest households, many are sold into servitude simply because they cannot pay their debts. Politics are as shady as the valleys and mountains of this colder northern country.
Valkandis-
Valkandis is warmer, tropical land further to the west. A traditionally matriarchal society, ruled by the Calipha FEYDA BINT KARINELLE*4 ( a dread wizardess some say) and her various emiras*5, sultanas*6 and padisharas*7. An exotic land where men are subservient and Ladies often have large selamas*8 to satisfy their needs. It is said that almost anything for sale is available in Valkandis. "If it cannot be found in Valkandis, it cannot be found" as the old saying goes.
Arn-
Arn is a lush hilly country, with a Roman flavour to its customs and people, and use of slaves. Indeed the burgeoning Arnish empire has an abundance of disposable prisoners of war, making slavery a very profitable business for Arnish traders. Though still a growing empire, its military might has already won much respect, along with many enemies as they continue to accumulate people and territory as much by fear as by force. The discipline and efficiency of the Arnish army, have made them legends throughout the known lands. Arnish legionaires are second to none on the battle-field, at least, so far.
Old, noble houses hold the reigns of power jealously, though these families are as often rivals as allies and frequently intrigue against one another for status in the Imperial Court. The current Empress is SIDI, is the youngest to ever sit upon the Onyx Throne and there are many who doubt the wisdom of the "glorious Arn empire" being lead by a mere child. It is a matter of much debate, though none would dare to move against her, for fear of retribution by her sister the Calipha of Valkandis.
Other Countries:
Arga- Main river is the Yamuna river. Major cities are, in the north: Mathura, on the south: Dhaulpur, on the east: Firozabad, on the south-east:Fatehabad and on the west:Bharatpur. Agra's Capital City is Uttar Pradesh.
Beludor- Has highest mountain peak of 6,542 yards, Nevado Sajama. It has 2 sections of rain forest, the Azo and the Chaco. Major Cities are LaPa, Elalto, Santac, Sierra and Chobamba. Famous for it's gold mines.
Cisi- The volcano Etona is located here. Major Cities are Agrigento, Caltanissetta, Catania, Enna, Messina, Palermo, Ragusa, Siracusa, Trapani;
Capital City is:Trinacria. Cisi is noted as a grain-producing territory. Oranges, lemons, olives, olive oil, almonds, and wine.
Dakum-Sitatapatra, City of Enlightenment. Lāhainā Port (whaling), Paia City, Perouse, Taiti and Maresas villages. Sugar cane and whale oil is their trade.
Duum- Līhue City, villages:Iniki, Kapa'a Waimea, Taua'i and Tapa'a. Nuts and Coffee is their trade.
Forfildor-Niihau City, villages Ali'is, Kawaihoa and Papohau. Known for their gemlike shell leis
Gordia- Gordian City, villages Senayan, Gamelan, Wayang and Xandam. Coral artifacts is their trade.
Hami-Hamitt City, villages of Betawi, Gambang, Jaksa, Jalan, Kemang, Kromong. Art and Dancing is their Trade.
Iko-2 Valcanoes rule this land. Wai'anae and Ko'olau cities. Exports Fire Gems.
Isaland- Ala Moana City, Villages Bayn, Hanauma, Waikia. Pineapple and coffee is their trade.
Juute- Batvia City, Jayarta, Kelapa and Sunda villages. Spices are their trade.
Kami- Kamit City, Villages Banten, Cirebon, Glodok, Ibukota and Demak. Wine is their trade.
Oma- Kebayoran Baru City, villages: Daerah, Jalan, Khusus, Om. Insense trade.
P0- Sukarno City, villages Po'o, Ali Sadikin, and Suharto. Spices is their trade.
Santora- Yogyakarta City, villages Donesi, Islanbiah, and Jemurah. Fireworks is their trade.
Tumir- Tumiria City, Villages Bowo, Fauzi, and Kota. Spices is their trade.
Ub- Pusat City, villages of Batat, Selatan, and Utara. Paper is their trade.
Island City States:
Ha- Nihoa village. Fish and bird feathers is their trade.
He- Heka City, Necker village. Sacred site of a religious sect.
Id- Laysan city, Kauō village. Coconuts are their trade.
Ki- Ki City, villages: Makapu'u, Mānana, and Kāohikaipu. Fish is their trade.
Oko- Mokoli'i village. Fish is their trade.
Os- Moku Manu Village. Bird feathers and eggs is their trade.
Ut- Uta and Lehua villages. Rabbits and rabbit fur is their trade.
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1. Jarl- A ruler of a substantial territory called a jarldom, equivalent to a province.
2. Karl- A head of a warrior household and ruling a portion of land while swearing fealty to the Jarl. Equivalent to a chieftain or lord.
3. Dral- Any slave or servant, usually one who is born of other drals or enslaved do to crimes or inability to pay their debts.
4. Calipha- Supreme ruler of Valkandis, equivalent to an Empress or High Queen. By tradition all rulers are female.
5. Emira- A title equivalent to a general or warrior princess, ruler of an emirate, a territory won in battle.
6. Sultana- A title roughly equivalent to a duchess or contessa, ruler of a county or province.
7. Padishara- A title equivalent to a baroness or Lady, ruler of a town or city.
8. Selama- A male harem composed of husbands and male concubines.
This message was last edited by the GM at 03:56, Wed 21 Nov 2007.
