Aladar

Capital: GramathenPopulation: (87% human, 11% dwarf)Government: Guild associations with figurehead king.Allies: Pengaldia, DaeregonRivals: Härag, Tarthan, Sargan Confederation, Trynser, Erendor.Religion: ValturismExports: Wool, manufactured items, whaling products, jewelry, ships.Imports: Lumber, gold, silver, ivory.Alignment: Lawful neutralLanguage: Aladaran
Aladar is the nation where the enterprising spirit of the northern peoples comes to its technological and commercial peak. The depletion of Aladar’s natural resources has led the nation to establish colonies and trading posts throughout the Dragon Seas, and this policy has considerably strengthened Aladar’s economy.
After initial conflict with Pengaldia regarding the two nations’s dominion of the South Dragon Sea, an agreement was reached where Aladar got control of the less hospitable northern area. This worked to Aladar’s advantage, as this northern zone was richer in wood, metals, and fish, to Pengaldia’s chagrin. However the deal is still profitable for both nations, who stand united to thwart Trynsern infiltration of the area. Aladar lacks Pengaldia’s long standing enmity towards the Empire and is not always willing to support Pengaldia’s military adventures against its rival.
The northern edge of the vast Karmeron Mountain range plunges into the South Dragon Sea in Aladar. The island of Yoardingen is made of rocky mountains itself, separated by the mainland by treacherous strait. 
Summers are pleasant in Aladar, but winters can be quite bitter. However, Aladar’s ports are rarely frozen.
Cities:Gramethen: 35,000The official capital of Aladar is the home of the figurehead monarchy and its court, which functions as a place of arbitration between merchant groups. It is by no means the key city of the kingdom.
Aagenbach: 81,000The largest city of the kingdom lies on the island of Yoardingen, across the strait of Aladar from the capital. The city is expanding so quickly that there is concern about the surrounding farmlands being depopulated. But the rapid growth of Aladar means that opportunity knocks loudly on the gates of the city, and the people of the kingdom are answering. 
Karagon: 6,500An Alararan outpost in the lands of Härag, the city serves as a shipping point for the great amounts of lumber shipped from that nation. The relations with the locals are not always good, though, and the town endures occasional raids from their wild neighbors.
Other Features:Gramenthen – Aagenbach Tunnel:As can be surmised by the name, a tunnel has been excavated under the Straits of Aladar after three unsuccessful attempts. It is illuminated with magic and is capable of carrying the heavy traffic between the two cities like any overland road. There is an underground way station in the middle for rest stops. Of course, Aladar charges for the privilege of using this tunnel.
Category:Dragon Seas
Category:Aladar