Jungti

Jungti Landscape

## Description

The Jungti are a proud and ferocious people. They are similar to the Ristoran as they too evolved from nomadic tribesmen but they have been united for generations whereas the Ristoran are still nascent in their new unified government. Although the Jungtese government is united the people are still very nomadic and their settlements reflect that. The Jungti are horsemen and warriors being very proficient with the horse and bow. They are at odds with the Shangti and the Nisahnites and often conduct raids across both borders. They are considered ethnic cousins to the Shangti. There are still strong clan rivalries and although their clans are united they are still group by clan lineage. They value honor and strength but there is a great deal of backstabbing and treachery within their politics.

## Geography

The land in Jungti is relatively harsh compared to other Eastern Kingdoms. There is a lot of mountainous terrain. The mountains are not as tall as those in Shangti or even Haesan bu they are broad and cover much of the countryside. In between the mountain ranges lie semi-arid steppes. These lands will grow certain crops in limited quantities but are fairly full of suitable game for hunting.

## Government

The Jungti have a single ruler known as the Khagan. He is voted in by the clan leaders but comes from the same extended bloodline as the previous Khagan. The person takes the last name Khagan to symbolize his devotion to his people and nation. Under the Khagan he has advisors and ministers that control various aspects of the government. Laws are reinforced by the clan leaders and the Khagan himself when necessary.

## Economy

The Jungtese economy is less organized than its neighbors and the Jungti people prefer to be self-sufficient. However, certain commodities do get exported such as horses, porcelain, and jewels. The land, though arid and seemingly useless, does have fairly rich natural resources. However, the Jungti people do not have the means to truly realize the potential of the land. Jungtese steeds are considered hardy and stalwart mounts that fetch high prices on the market when traded. The drier climate makes the dirt and clay that form porcelain fairly prevalent and the women of Jungti have been making porcelain items since the earliest times. Ironically, the most barbaric nation in the Eastern Kingdoms is also home to some of the most delicate and coveted pottery.

## Defenses

The Jungti do not have a formal standing army but each clan leader pledges his warriors to the service of the Khagan in dealing with external military threats. There is some internal strife amongst clan leaders but the Jungti are fiercely nationalistic and quickly put aside differences when disputes arise on any of their borders. Every male is considered a warrior so every able-bodied male can be mustered when necessary. Although Jungti does have a small coastline, they have never established a standing navy. The mountainous terrain that leads almost to the shoreline has made a maritime presence impossible to establish. The Jungti choose to fortify their coastline with semi-permanent defenses that can be occupied to defend against a naval incursion.

## Notable Locations

### The Ogukh Mountains

Translated as the "giving' mountains, the Ogukh Mountain Range runs along the northern border of Jungti and is where most of the country's mineral resources reside. The Jungti give thanks to the mountains and the land for the things that they provide to the Jungti people. The mountain range is formidable physical separation from Haesan and rarely do the Jungti cross it.

### Dark Bay

Along the eastern coast of Jungti lies the Dark Bay. Although only a small portion of the bay resides in Jungtese territory it is still an important location for the Jungti. It is their only sea-faring route out of the country and therefor a place where trade with other nations takes place. Because if it's location the export/import that transpires here is mostly amongst Haesan and Nisahn.