Kaldinen

Kaldinen is the name given to the large, cold landmass to the north of Tyrrus. It is generally considered to be its own continent, though is connected to Estiel. Kaldinen is a freezing cold tundra of snow and Ice, however there are many creatures and people who thrive in this inhospitable environment.
Kaldinen is home to The Kaldi People, some Nothindrian Colonies, the Iron Reach of Whytehold, several Elven groups, and the Trogg Empire of Magglumork.
== History ==
Kaldinen was an area wreathed with mystery for the longest time. For most nations, it was considered to be inhospitable, and not worth exploring. The Nothindrians were the first to establish outposts on Kaldinen, some time in the 20.40s, and encountered the local Kaldi people.
In 20.75 an expedition was planned by each major Tyrannean faction to reach the northernmost point of the world; This became known as The Great Race, and it revealed many of the mysteries of the Frozen North to the Tyrraneans. This was followed by a brief period of settlement, which increased in fervor in 20.83 with Volkan Sternhammer's northern crusade.
== Geography ==
Kaldinen is yet to be fully mapped however it has several regions that are divided by unexplained phenomena. 
For the most part Kaldinen is dominated by snow and ice, with occasional woodland and thick grasslands.
Despite being very cold Kaldinen is also prone to Geothermal activity all over the continent, creating occasional havens among the tundra.
Kaldinen is home to large deposits of untapped Star-Metal, which is one of the main reasons other nations have been interested in establishing colonies and charting the area.
==== Kutalok Grace ====
Kaldinen is a harsh place to live, but Kutalok is grateful to her protectors, and sometimes extends her power to aid the inhabitants of their land. This results in occasional small areas of relative warmth and abundant growth, usually sequestered in valleys or thick woodland. This is caused by a mix of geothermal activity, geography, and Kutalok's weather magic.
For some inhabitants, these sites of respite are essential to their survival, and many of the large tribes of the region will race to be the first to control the area.
Kutalok's grace is benevolent, but temporary, and usually lasts less than a season.
== Regions ==
=== The Iron Reach ===
The region of Kaldinen claimed by the metallurgist Volkan Sternhammer, and other Tyrranean Settlers, located in a Southern part of the continent. A stronghold called Sternhammer has been constructed here, along with a number of other settlements. The Tyrraneans maintain good relations with the surrounding Kaldi tribes. The region is dotted with volcanoes, both active and dormant, which serves as a natural barricade for the stronghold, from the harsh winter storms and the creatures who would invade.
=== Wikwitjev ===
A Western region of Kaldinen primarily controlled by the Kaldi Wikwit tribe, one of the largest tribes on the continent. Due to their location, the Wikwit are able to trade with the people of the Iron Reach, the Nothindrians of the Bay of Kashvi, and even the occasional Mountainfolk band, Being a hub between such varied nations grants this tribe a variety of resources, and the ability to build a couple of permanent settlements, the most notable being Konjak.
=== Anunukjev ===
A northern region of Kaldinen, primarily controlled by the Anunuk tribe. It is known for its many mountains and cliffs, and for being one of the coldest parts of the continent.
=== Bay of Kashvi ===
The Bay of Kashvi is a large bay on the Western coast of Kaldinen, which borders the northern regions of Hirokir. It has been partially claimed by Nothindrian settlers.
=== Badjelannda ===
The Nothindrian word for "wasteland", named by the Nothindrian explorers who first arrived here, and who originally saw nothing of value in the icy lands. Returning at a later date, they discovered deposits of Star-Metal, quickly set up mines, and established relations with the native Kaldi to discover more about the region.
== Nations ==
=== The Kaldi Tribes ===
The Kaldi is a generalized term used by Tyrranean scholars when in reality there are many tribes with different cultures and backgrounds all over Kaldinen. There are a few unifying traits across all Kaldi tribes, they are generally nomadic hunter-gatherers, and they revere a deity called Kutalok. 
=== Magglumork ===
The largest troglodyte empire in the world, ruled by the mysterious leader Magglu. 
=== The Iron Reach ===
Mostly autonomous and independent from the Kingdom of Whytehold, the people of the Iron Reach have learned to sustain themselves in this harsh landscape, mostly through the use of advanced machinery. The Reach is ruled by Volkan Sternhammer and other prominent members of the Abbey of Metallurgist.
=== Nothindrian Colonies ===
The Nothindrians have established trade post colonies on the Western coast of Kaldinen and actively engage in trade with the Kaldi people. The largest of these colonies is the town of Zelenka.