The Freehold

The Freehold is a nation on the continent of Carossa. The Freehold is a loose union of thirteen city-states.
The Freehold is the only nation with a majority Cathar population. It was founded by Cathar pilgrims fleeing the influence of the High Church. After three years of travel, the pilgrims arrived in Carossa, and pronounced it their holy land. The nation was envisioned as a republic of religion and commerce, home to the exiles and outcasts of the world. Despite have a mostly Cathar population, the Freehold also has a large population of Partisans, mostly from Pentyr. The Partisans, along with Soyoric and Lianese immigrants, are marginalized by the Cathar majority. 
== City-States ==
*Bastion
* Gateway
* Passage
* Mercy
== Trivia ==
* The Freehold is principally inspired by the United States, although France and Ireland also served as major influences.