Silvershire

Silvershire is the largest civilised region in Tyrrus. It recently gained independence from the Kingdom of Whytehold, and its regional capital is Thassalus.
As a sovereign nation, the region is more commonly known as Thassalia, or the Grand Duchy of Thassalia. The nation is part of a strong military alliance with Whytehold.
The region is landlocked and situated in the middle-east of Tyrrus. To the west it borders the Erdannian Empire and the Dominion of New Haven. To the North, South, and East, it borders the Kingdom of Whytehold.
Silvershire is epitomised by rolling hills and arable patchwork fields. There are few cities in Silvershire other than Thassalus itself. The population is instead spread out across many villages and hamlets.
Silvershire is known for being a peaceful region, far from the dangers that lurk on the edges of Tyrrus. However, the inhabitants are not defenseless, and are well protected by the patrolling Silver Knights and Thassalian soldiers who traverse the region.
Silvershire is a fertile region, and is rich in resources. The silver for which it is named is abundant, but even more valuable is the sheer amount of food the region produces.
Silvershire is ruled by an elected Duke, from among the influential aristocrats of the region. This is currently Duchess Julietta Theracoure.
== Grand Baronies ==
Silvershire is split into several Grand Baronies, each of which is presided over by a Grand Baron. These can be further split into Baronies.
=== Theracoure ===
Theracoure is the southernmost region of Silvershire. It is known for its expansive fields of grain, and produces more food by landmass than anywhere else in Tyrrus. Supposedly this is due to the land being blessed by the Fey. Whether or not this is true, there is evidence of druidic practices taking place here long ago; standing stones dot the landscape, and there are several cases of huge patterns carved across the ground, only visible from high above.
The House of Theracoure rule this region, currently lead by Duchess Julietta Theracoure.
=== Charlemont ===
Charlemont is characterised by its abundant mines, dotted among the hills of the region. Marble quarried from Charlemont is used for the wondrous buildings of Thassalus, and the silver from these mines gives the whole region its name. Some of these mines break into ancient tunnels and catacombs beneath the region, a relic of the past, when Thassalus was the dark city of Vylatea. Sometimes great treasures and mysterious artefacts can be found in these tunnels, but sometimes more dark and terrible things are discovered.
The House of Charlemont rule this region, currently lead by Grand Baron Fillipo Charlemont.
=== Treugard ===
The northernmost region of Silvershire, and its wildest, Treugard is known as the fallow lands. This Barony has much less agriculture than the others, but the hunters of the region track rare and dangerous game that travels down from the north, and have good relations with the hunters of the Hinterwald. 
The House of Treugard rule this region, currently lead by Grand Baron Lykos Treugard.
=== Morvay ===
Though Morvay is a small region on the edge of Silvershire, its grand orchards are truly impressive. Almost all of Tyrrus's apples, oranges, pears, cherries, and so on, come from this single region of Silvershire. The region is also known for its variety of birds, especially powerful hunting birds, which the hunters and knights of the region use in battle, and as scouts and messengers. However, the greatest power of the region of Morvay is its many mages, due to the influence from Haven to the west. 
The House of Morvay rule this region, currently lead by Grand Baron Cosimo Morvay
=== Margover ===
The rough hills and rolling moors of Margover lend the region well for being the primary pasture grounds of Tyrrus. The region is large and expansive, with few settlements. The herdsmen and farmers of this region are a hardy sort, used to defending their livestock. 
The House of Margover rule this region, currently lead by Grand Baron Reynardo Margover.
=== Avamore ===
Avamore is one of the more central regions of Silvershire, and is close to Thassalus. As such, it has a higher population density, better technology, and a slightly more cultured society. Avamore is known for its exquisite wines, and its sprawling vineyards. Though the wines may not come in as many varieties as they would at Velvinor, a bottle of fine Avamore Red is one of the most sought-after drinks in Tyrrus. 
The House of Avamore rule this region from their seat at Avamore Court, a historic town, currently lead by the Grand Baroness Ophelia Avamore.
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