Onmos

The flag of Onmos.

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One of the smallest regions on the eastern continent, Onmos is also considered the most difficult to travel through. With rough mountain ranges, coupled together with deadly marshes and woodlands. The populace has adapted to these dangerous lands, taming some of it and learning to live with that they couldn't.

## History

The country of Onmos was founded many centuries ago. Back then the land was divided among various tribes. Many of these tribes were content to live in their respective region - rarely ever daring to sacrifice precious resources and manpower to dominate another tribe. Eventually, the tribes were brought together under the rule of the legendary Prince of Xinyi. This legendary figure would bring harmony between the tribes that had different values and lifestyles. Slowly but surely, this cohesion started to grow and develop the Onmossian nationality.

Eventually, Onmos started to develop into a nation of its right. Ruled by elected princes, the people of Onmos had little to fear. For not many were willing to venture past the mountain ranges into the valleys and marshes. Those that did so without preparation would never leave again, either drowning and starving in the marshes. Or succumb to the hostile local's ambushes and attacks.

But the passivity of the Onmossian people would come to an end. Eager to test out their capability, the Onmossian people would attempt various times to invade the likes of Lagyre or Arewen. None of these attempts ended in long-term successes but enabled the Onmossian to gain experience and insight on how their neighbouring rivals operated.

Things drastically changed when Rongese armies started to appear at their borders. The first few exchanges between the Onmossian troops and Rongese invaders would end in victory for the Onmossian forces. These victories would soon be drowned out by the numerous attempts of Rong to invade Onmos with overwhelming numbers. Forced to withdraw from the border, the people of Onmos started a desperate fight that continues to this present day.

## Onmossian Guard

The military of Onmos is focused on utilizing the difficult terrain that is their homeland. Whether it is the mountainous range from which they lay devastating ambushes upon enemy supply trains to holding out in vast mountain fortress. In the swamps, the Onmossians are capable of vanishing within minutes from launching an attack. Often leaving their victims crying out for help, luring more hostiles into devious death traps.

An important aspect of the Onmossian forces is their strict discipline. Even though not a favourite of close quarter combat, the Onmossians have steeled themselves to keep the fight going. Despite knowing that their Rongese opponent has near endless supplies and manpower, this hasn't broken the spirit of the Onmossian Guards.

## Important Sites

#### Gwayong

One of the few actual cities within the borders of Onmos, Gwayong is the capital of the strange kingdom. It is also one of the few cities that have been besieged by the might of Rong, only to survive and continue to thrive. Past the city walls, one will venture into a rather strange atmosphere. Despite the large number of people living in Gwayong, a certain serenity seems to be upheld by its residents. Strict rules have created a city in which all have to respect and abide by the law, which has allowed such a tranquil atmosphere to be generated.

From Gwayong, the last vestiges of an independent Onmos try to resist the iron grasp of Rong. While they are in contact with the Sevudian resistance of Khark, the leaders of Gwayong have started to harbour a stark distrust of the Sevudians.

#### Gwahae

The second-largest city within Onmos, outside the dark and dangerous woods of the nation, Gwahae is under firm Rongese control. The city is ruled by a somewhat independent council of nobles that adhere to the decrees of their Rongese overlord. Gwahea is a city with a rich history. Apparently, according to its people, it is where the realm of Onmos came to be - before the Onmosians started to venture into the woods and jungles, expanding the borders of Onmos.

## Demographics

### People

The people of Onmos are Rénese by culture. Divided into numerous different enclaves and tribes the Onmossian people are remarked to be enduring and following strict codes.

### Language

Rénese is the dominant language within the nation. There are various accents present within the Onmossian nation but these are subtle and quite hard for an outsider to fully recognise.

### Religion

The majority of the Onmossian people have resisted turning to the Chant. The majority still follow the traditions of old, worshipping unnamed gods and the Grand Spirit. It is unclear what the true purpose is of the Grand Spirit but many Onmossians believe that it is the true Guardian of their homeland. And that it will one day appear to drive the wretched invaders out of their land.

## Political Structure

The political structure within Onmos differs from many of the other Rénese nations. Their figurehead is an elective prince, chosen from the various Shi, the noble houses of Rénese heritage. This elected prince is responsible for governing the land and sees to the needs of the people.

Yet this hasn't dampened the constant intrigues and plots that the Onmossian nobility commits to. While it isn't as bloody as the politics of their neighbours, the constant shifting of alliances and cooperation between Onmossian nobility is a matter hard to grasp. Let alone to fully understand by any outsider.

To make matters more confusing, the power structure within the land has been divided into two factions. The southern part of the country has dedicated itself to return the nation to its former glory, desiring to put the Prince-hero, Jiang, on the throne. However, the northern parts of the nation are under the control of the Nobles of Istmar, a loose alliance that has considered and gotten to accept the yoke of their Rongese overlords.