Dawnvale

Map showing Dawnvale in Western Emveill

Dawnvale is a kingdom located in Western Emveill. It borders Kakranar and Myrinth to the north, Arellia to the east, and Nakanna to the Southeast, while it's southern coast straddles Kalinzano Bay. It's capital is the city of Dawnvale.

### Culture

Dawnvalian society has passed through many phases since it's original unification by Sabidone Dawnvale, who himself would come to be worshipped as a God and the 7th Reflection by the people. Many view the belief of Sabidone's Divinity as the prime example of Dawnvale's ambitious sentiments at the heart of it's cultural philosophy.

Having been founded on principles of might and righteous cause, Dawnvale is known for it's culture of progress and pioneering for the sake of civilization. This has been exemplified since its own inception, and then throughout its emergance as an empire, which spawned the 1st Age and the instatement of the Imperial Calander.

With it's nobles having experience governing foreign lands historically, Dawnvalians are typically known for their diplomacy, economical drive, and initiative. From a young age, they are usually encouraged to leave their mark on the world, and make a name for themselves as they continue their life.

### History

#### Mannish Tribes

In the Mythic Age, There existed multiple tribes of Man residing in the region of Western Emveill, specifically to the north of what is now known as Kalinzano Bay. Some believe there could have been other mannish settlements further down the coast on the south side, but it has never been determined for sure. Regardless, it is estimated that anywhere from 15 to perhaps even 20 tribes existed in the area, Each with their own cultures, leadership, and practices.

#### Rise of The Reflections

Occasionally some tribes would war and quarrel, and participate in small conflicts, typically over disputed land or control over valuable resources. These tribes would not share much in common until the introduction of a common pantheon of gods to be worshipped, which even then was not accepted by all. One tribe in particular known as the Kjora continued to worship their own deities despite the rising dominance of the Reflections. While the Kjora are the leading example, there existed other religions as well which stood apart from the Reflections. However these were fairly small and confined to specific areas. Despite these oppositions, The Reflections would become cemented as the dominant religion across the lands.

Over the next century, the tribes would become more peaceful, although conflicts would still occur occasionally. The tribes would also evolve and become known commonly as Clans, with most clans being led by a certain family, typically one who was prominent and well respected in the region. Some of the most powerful clans were that of Dawnvale, Alerrio, Romato, and Naffier.

#### New Religious Thought

The situation would remain mostly the same in the mannish territories for many years, until a new religious movement would rise to prominence. Believed to have been spread throughout the countryside and rural areas, a new form of the Reflections theology was beginning to form and gain traction. This new form of the religion preached that Malek after his defeat left his lasting Influence on the world, and that corruption dwelled in the hearts of all men naturally. They also believed that Kalinzano Bay, which was told in ancient stories to be the remnant of the land given to Malek, was actually taken by force, making it an unholy place. They believed that the bay was formed by Malek's claw digging it out of the ground, afterwards tainting the world with his influence and vices indefinitely.

Many individuals took to the new alternate view, however it would stay true that most of the land was dominated by the old tradition. Nonetheless, the movement gained a substantial base and leaders would rise to prominence in order to represent them. One well known leader was George Arellus. Some followers of the old tradition would grow to respect the new alternate beliefs, but at the same time, there were many who opposed and spoke out against them. Still, a somewhat satisfying coexistence existed between the two groups.

#### The Arellian Exodus

Despite having their needs sustained in the mannish lands, it became clear that many leaders of the practice were beginning to desire actually leaving the region entirely. This was because of the belief that Kalinzano Bay was a cursed area, being the site of Malek's final blow against Belreven. It wasn't long before Spiritual Leader George Arellus announced that he and all of those who wished to accompany him would cross the Salidon River, and make their way into uncharted lands. They wished to build new settlements distanced from Kalinzano Bay, and build a new culture surrounding their beliefs.

In time, many would follow Arellus and leave the influence of the Mannish Clans in an event that much later would came to be known as the Arellian Exodus. With the mass departure, the land west of the Salidon would remain firmly dedicated to the old religion, while new settlements were slowly birthing in the newly explored east, practicing the new faith, and scouting the land. Before long, an assortment of townships east of the Salidon would form the State of Arellia.

#### Introduction to the East

After existing for a short while apart from the rest of mankind, the newly named Arellians began to normalize trade with some of the clans back in the Kalinzano region, including the Dawnvale Clan which at the time was lead by Sascano Dawnvale.

The Mannish Clans continued passive interaction with the Arellians, but interest in the Eastern Frontier would spike as the newly formed nation suddenly discovered and crossed paths with the Elven Empire, which was a powerful entity inhabiting central Emveill.

The interaction between the Elves, and the Arellians, as well as the other curious groups of men was complicated, and varied in nature.

Some groups of men became involved in skirmishes with the Elves, while some others built connections and traded with them. One large group of men, who were a part of the Kjora and followers of the Kjora religion, set off on an expedition into the heartland of the Elven Empire, and would continue on into the Northeast of Emveill.

Not long after, a group of men called the Naka, would travel from the mannish lands down into unexplored southern Emveill