Leaneven

A map of Leaneven's location (green) in relation to the rest of Glirelle

The arms of the Collective - motto: "Wealth of the Sea"

Leaneven is a republic in the North of Glirelle, of 4 provinces: the Adrirelath archipelago, Trudus, Cralennor and Etoreveth. Caister, on the north-easternmost Adrirelathian island, is the country's political capital.
Leaneven borders the Kingdom of Nordheim to its east and [unknownkingdom1] to its west.

## History

**- (NGC 1-46)** During the war against Repheria, Leanian ships and men-at-arms were put under the command of Kavalmory.

**- (NGC 20-51)** During Erart's reign, many Ladirians - especially from the south and west - fled further north where the influence of the central Glirellian authority is much less, in fear of assimilation or even another purge like the one launched against magical beings, largely in what is now the province of Trudus. These people would integrate with the local people of the area, producing a unique cultural mix of South-Ladirian and West-Nordheimic culture.

**- (NGC 65)** Connvey Dietrich, originally a merchant of Ladirian heritage, was allowed by King Tirian of Glirelle to buy his way into a position of nobility, gaining control of what would become Leaneven.

**- (NGC 68)** The Kingdom of Nordheim declared its independence from Glirelle - not wanting to be subjugated by Nordheim, Leaneven declared independence separately as a republic-like state.

- **(NGC 88)** The Kingdom of Nordheim launched an invasion against Leaneven, sparking a war between the two. The Regiment of Ruvonia initially assisted Leaneven but withdrew once enough time had been bought for Leanian forces to fully mobilise.

## Society

### Religion

Leanians worship the goddess of the sea, Thalassa, sending their prayers to her weekly, as it is believed that her blessing allowed Leaneven's maritime power to grow to the extent that it did. Leanians have also built altars, temples and shrines for Thalassa. Those who disrespect Thalassa may bring a drought upon their fellow townsfolk, killing crops and leading to famine.

### Class System

In Leaneven, there is a common triangle economical class system. The upper class consists of lords and landowners that hold the most influence and authority. The middle class consists of farmers, merchants, and people who work for a living. They're not as wealthy as nobles, but sustain an average source of income to feed the family while maintaining freedom and prospering in their own way. At the bottom of the triangle are the lowest class, the outcasts and beggars. These people have barely any freedom, relying on the middle and upper classes to survive. They live in poverty and are stigmatised by Leanian society.

### Education

Education is important in Leanian culture - it is highly valued by society in Leaneven and much thought has gone into the standard practice of schools all over the country. Both boys and girls go to the same school, as they should learn the same practical and domestic skills, such as literacy and basic arithmetic. Boys could also learn more important skills, including but not limited to archery and smithing.

### Currency

The official currency within the Collective is the Leanian Ruble, where the Ruble itself is a gold coin with a side portrait of Connvey Dietrich on the obverse and "One Ruble" on the reverse. However, most everyday purchases are conducted through use of the silver coins known as Thaler, where one ruble is equal to 64 Thaler, in a similar fashion to other coinage across Glirelle. There are 1-, 2-, 4-, 8-, 16- and 32-Thaler coins, each with distinctive shapes and sizes befitting of value, and engraved in a similar style to the Ruble coin, albeit with different reverse side markings.

### Economy & Trade

Mining is a very lucrative industry in Leaneven, as Cralennor and Etoreveth are part of the Northwest Glirellian Mineral Belt, where various useful metal ores and precious stones have been found in some of the highest quantities. This, combined with Leaneven's vast array of ports, means that exporting such materials is very easy and very profitable, especially in the form of handmade jewellery, a particularly well-known Leanian export, especially among elite circles in the west and in the south of Glirelle.

Leaneven also grows and imports a variety of food crops and spices - this is made easier thanks to its fertile land and plentiful access to water. Many of these spices are exported to places such as Arkaly and richer areas of Ladiria, as well as into western Nordheim in cities like Kavalmory.

## Government & Military

### Parliament and Elections

Elections are held locally every 5 years; each town or city votes for a Representative, who will in turn vote for a Provincial Governor of each province as well as a Prime Minister, the head of the Chamber of Representatives. The upper chamber of the Parliament is the Senate, consisting of appointed rather than elected members. The Senate and the Chamber of Representatives effectively act as checks against each other for pending laws.

The Prime Minister appoints ministers, including the treasurer and the defence minister (responsible for managing the recruitment of men-at-arms). Provincial Governors collect taxes in their provinces and act as advisors to, as well as checks against, the Prime Minister, aiming to suit the needs of their respective provinces.

### Ground forces

During or in preparation of wartime, men-at-arms are recruited at a local level by councils to serve in the land-based fighting forces of Leaneven. For simplicity of logistics and management, men-at-arms may then be put under command of Provincial Governors.

### Navy of the Collective

The Navy of the Collective is a state-funded fleet which serves to defend Leaneven's coasts. Leaneven's traditions as a seafaring nation lead to the development of such a force, becoming well-renowned for its capabilities and state-of-the-art shipbuilding. Sailors and staff are fully-trained, permanent, active-duty personnel in a similar manner to the soldiers of the Ladirian Royal Elite Infantry Brigade.