Viscounty of Strathmore

**Ruler**
 **Ruling House**
 **Resident Houses**
* House Melfortia
* House Viola
 **Seat**
 **Settlements**
* Northhaven
* Riverrest
* Strathmore
 **Beliefs**

Once known as the Viscounty of Duskwatch, the **Viscounty of Strathmore** is an fief located near the infamous King's Crossing; A intersection between Duskwood, Elwynn Forest, and the Redridge Mountains. Located within the Duchy of Eastburg, the Viscounty of Stathmore is meticulously overseen by House Thane, headed by Lady Remona Thane. Uniquely situated beside one of the most pivotal crossings within the Kingdom, Strathmore relies heavily on trade that passes through King's Crossing, directing most of its load into New Bannhurst in order to supply and further establish itself. It is an extremely well guarded and armored Viscounty due to its importance to the Duchy of Eastburg and to the Kingdom of Stormwind.

During the year 336, the Viscounty of Strathmore transformed from a simple trade-based hub into a glittering oasis of magics from Kaldorei and Gilneans alike: A marriage of cultures beyond imagination.

## Culture

### Religious Beliefs

Though many of the Resident Houses of Strathmore believe in the Church of the Holy Light, most of the inhabitants are of Gilnean and Kaldorei descent and thus uphold their own beliefs.

### Local Holidays

The Viscounty of Strathmore has become a destination of celebration: As one of the most well-used areas in all of Stormwind, the Viscounty of Strathmore tends to follow typical popular holidays on Azeroth that most other holdings may celebrate. Additionally, it celebrates the many holidays and solstices of the Kaldorei calendar as well as the many festivities that Gilneans are so fond of.

There is hardly a week that goes by without some sort of celebration of some kind.

## Economy & Resources

The Viscounty thrives heavily off of its immense commerce. Nearly pinched in the center of Elwynn Forest, Redridge, and Duskwood, this viscounty receives utterly everything from its trade. Should trade be cut off for any reason, it would become a great issue.

Due to its immense magical advancements and unique culture as a Kaldorei-Gilnean mish-mash, Strathmore has also become a popular tourist destination.

## History

### Founding

On August 3, 623 K.C. by order of King Varian Wrynn via the Stormwind House of Nobles the two land-holdings of Eastvale and Faulkenburg were officially merged and from their union the Viscounty of Duskwatch was born.

### Watching Dusk Fall

The Viscounty of Duskwatch lived primarily in perfect peace until its most recent years where it suffered an incredible loss as the mindless undead razed through its lands. As such, the trust afforded to the Viscounty by its people began to diminish as their homes no longer felt safe. Many people decided to evacuate Duskwatch in pursuit of more secure locations. Those who stayed, however, were part of an effort to better protect the lives of all who lived within Duskwatch. The primary loss within the Viscounty was that of its namesake-- the town of Duskwatch. Since its reconstruction, the town of Duskwatch has rebranded itself as New Bannhurst. Such a name was selected by Lady Remona Thane in honour of lands from her home, Gilneas.

The Viscounty was entrusted to Lady Remona Thane by Lady Terez Ascania, Duchess of Eastburg and reigning lordship of the viscounty.

### A New Name, A New Beginning

From 633 to 636, Lady Remona Thane oversaw the Viscounty of Duskwatch but soon felt the weight of depression in the viscounty. Many of its inhabitants were refugees from recent disasters that missed the twinkling stars that could be found only in the land of eternal starlight, Kalimdor. In hopes of bringing back joy into their lives, Lady Remona Thane invested in several technological advancements, primarily those of magical means. Additionally, she extended a new name over Duskwatch. No longer would it be known for its dusky skies and endless waiting-- watching. No, it would be known as Strathmore. What was once a dark, dank old place became a great grand spectacle of magics. Now the grey skies over Strathmore were painted with magical stars. The Viscounty of Strathmore transformed into a twinkling hub of Elven and Gilnean magics.

## Houses

Though it reigns as the leading house of the Viscounty, House Thane does not dominantly reside within the Viscounty of Strathmore. Instead, the sole member of House Thane resides within the County of Greyrose. House Thane instead relies upon House Belta and House Viola as support systems within the Viscounty of Strathmore in order to ensure its curation.