Rakuul Judicature

### “Honored law, just life.” - Rakuuli motto

   A society that has pride and faith in their laws, the Rakuul Judicature is a well-oiled system.  From the honorable Grand Raja/Rani, to the fearless Justicars, to the simple commonfolk, the majority of the populace has a strong understanding and pride in their function within their civilization.  Rakuul consists primarily of humans with skin colors ranging from tan to dark (a northerner from the lands of Stihl would stick out like a sore thumb), but they allow citizenship to any race willing to adhere to their codes of law.  Elves from Ma Zilezta have been known to leave their forests to experience a human’s lifetime in Rakuul.  It is not uncommon for the humans and elves to find love together, and as a result, there is a healthy population of half-elves.  Halflings are commonplace as well, as the Kvochi nomads make visits to Rakuuli borders to trade trinkets and rarities they find on their travels for supplies, materials, and food.

#### Climate:

Tropical Shrublands, Savannahs, Tropical Deciduous Forests, Temperate Forests and Grasslands, Tundra/Alpine Forests, Mountains

Rakuul tends to be a dryer climate, with the exception of the large jungle expanse in the west.  A vast range of mountains creates the northern and southern borders of the nation, and the Malimal,Orami, and Tides of Aeslyn cradle the east and west.

National Language: New Rakuuli

Nation Capitol: Aht’Kiram

Government: Monarchy

Rakuul has been ran by a Raja or Rani (King or Queen) for centuries and the original Rakuuli Law created by Sata’Rani (Sainted Queen) Tu’Sera Mekla Rakuul has had very few amendments or additions in that time. Corruption, though existent, is extremely rare within the inner circle of the reigning Raja/Rani.  Upon coronation, the new ruler must recite the Da Va’atha Aht’Dharmi Ka’Nuna (Pledge of Sacred Law).  The writings are contained on three scrolls and are always recited from memory.  Failure to recite the Da Va’atha Aht’Dharmi Ka’Nuna verbatim results in being stripped of all titles, standing, and property, and then banishment from Rakuul. The next of kin is automatically selected to take reign after completing the Pledge under the same conditions.

Though the result of a failed coronation may seem harsh to non-Rakuuli observers, the culture of Rakuul knows it is necessary to remove a failed Raja/Rani from the country completely, lest they succumb to jealousy, resentment, and hatred (the tools of Rillian, Vexis, and Urn’Grakh) and bring more dishonor to themselves by raising their fist to Rakuul.  Upon successful coronation, the Abhi’Raksaka (Honor Guard of the King/Queen) restate their Oath of Consequence (Sapatha Aht’Phala).  This pledge is an oath to the god of consequence himself: Vaath.  The Abhi’Raksaka will protect their Raja/Rani at all costs with full loyalty and not hesitate to give their lives if necessary.  The Abhi’Raksaka will also swiftly take the life of their Raja/Rani, if they are suspected or caught corrupting or blatantly disobeying the Rakuul Law.  Only the most prestigious and level-headed Justicars are chosen for the Abhi’Raksaka, as they require an understanding of law which they learn through time and experience from scriptures of Volkyr, and the wise judgment from scriptures of Vaath.  Corruption within the Abhi’Raksaka is near impossible, due to the fear and shame of the consequence brought from breaking their sacred vows.

#### Major Exports:

Lumber (Fir, Spruce, Pine), Ore (Iron, Copper, Silver, Manganese, Mithril, Zinc, Thorium, Actinium), Fish, Grains, Fabrics (Cotton, Silk), Desert goods , Elven wares, Dwarven relics, Halfling antiquities

#### Culture:

Proud, respectful, and deliberate, the peoples of Rakuul are hard-working and hardy individuals.  The majority of the population is well versed in the laws of Rakuul, but with any society there is always a criminal element, Rakuul’s just happens to be much less abundant than other nations.  Not all Rakuuli life is hard-work and strict laws, thanks to the elven influence of Ma Zilezta. The nation has a rich culture in the arts, namely dance (martial and recreational), ceramics/sculpting, alcohol distilling, and hosts one of the most famous Bard schools in Primae. Most buildings and abodes are hewn from limestone and sandstone with carvings of Old Rakuuli glyphs (it is believed these glyphs bless the dwellers of the abode).   Clothing shares a balance of function and fashion, feminine styles tend to have more tassels and flaring on the seams of arm and pant sleeves.  Color choices are often matte earthen tones with cooler hues as accents, usually made of silk and lighter fibers.

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