Republic of Linecaster

# Dawnland

## **Independence**

"Never again will we, the people, live under a tyrant, one king, a singular man."

Over the last century with all the different events that have occurred to the Dynasty of Kimber, unhappiness among its population was almost a guarantee, and what would happen around 20 years ago would be proof of it. However dissent did not suddenly commence in the kingdom 20 years, ago, the primary concocters would begin appearing during the Dreaded War with The Dreaded One. Those being the few who knew the truth behind the events that had led up to that war, unfortunately the majority who did were on the other side of the encounter, thus their side would be never heard, or were simply ignored. The first of those to begin to rebel against the crown, was in fact sister to both the king and the Dreaded One, Dawn Kimber who knew what had happened behind the scenes. She'd spread word to those she trusted, and used what power she did have to help alleviate the pains of both sides during the war in order to protect the people in this senseless battle created by her brothers. Unfortunately, the full story never made it to the public, as anyone who spoke out would quickly be silenced, which told Dawn that she could no longer share the details, taking the story to her grave. Though it is believed today, that perhaps those living in the darklands, the descendants and once loyal followers of the Dreaded One may known,

Whilst the story behind the Dreaded War may never be known to the people, it still at the very least made some of the land's people question their loyalty to the kingdom and if this is really the future that they want. And thus the seeds of revolution were planted. While most of the original dissenters would never see the revolution even happen, they'd at least put together the system that would be instrumental to its future success.

The number of revolutionists would begin to increase over many years, with every controversial law or unnecessary battle slowly bringing in more to the fold as the weight of the kingdom's demands begun to become too much for the common folk.

21 years ago, many of the pillars of the community in the kingdom would come together to enact their plan for revolution. They offered the king a chance to make this quick and peaceful, however it was as quickly dismissed as it was presented to him. The 'war' on the Dynasty would be concerningly short, a testament almost to how far the kingdom had fallen or it had simply made too many enemies, due to their key figures (Including a couple Kimbers) and spy network, they quickly put the king into a metaphorical chokehold and he was forced to agree to their now increased demands.

## Dawnland

### Ruler

A large council

Having carved out everything east of the Linecaster river, the republic took a large portion of territory from the dynasty, easily some of the most fruitful they had to offer, enough for any man or woman of any race to make a living for themselves without the worry of being abused by a monarch. While it has been difficult to construct a new administration, solidify new laws, and build up a new life for themselves, those who live upon the Dawnland are happy. Some of its inhabitants that have recently come of age never witnessed the kingdom's past, which makes many of the republic's older residents more than feel a sense of pride.

Living in the republic can be tough at times, as resource shortages are common and laws are almost always in flux, one month something may be required, another it may be unnecessary. Taxes while always lighter than before the revolution, change drastically from month to month as the administration attempts to figure things out as an example. But all of its residents are more than willing to help one another out, a strong community being the backbone of how the society functions, everyone striving for their common goal.

The republic has also attempted to reverse some of the dynasty's mistakes, by attempting to welcome arcane spellcasters back into their part of the land, as well as promoting racial diversity.

Since the residents of the Dawnland are still having difficulty building up their own land, they have little to no impact or interest in the new venture that is Horos. However, this doesn't stop individuals, especially younger folk, to seek out this new adventure.