Kingdom of Therias

## Overview

The Holy Kingdom of Therias, is ancient, powerful, and one of two major political forces on Elyon. It is split between the continents of Lanvaldear and Kimlasca, with two of its major cities on the former, including the capital. The Kingdom was founded more than 1000 years ago, by the Drakus family, who remains in power today as royal stewards of the throne. Legends say that the people of Therias were once kin with Dragons, though this fabled race is now nothing more than myth. The current King is Teobolte III and has been sovereign for 44 years. The Royal Symbol is a curled red dragon.

## Geography

Therias is split between the continents of Lanvaldear and Kimlasca. Lanvaldear, hosts a frigid mountain range to the north, and numerous forests, villages, and smaller towns. To the south lies a seaport that acts as one of the two official borders between the Kingdom and the Empire. The major cities of Bezanon—City of water and knowledge, and Wris—The Royal Capital are located here. On Kimlasca, which shares a land border with the Empire via the desert, the land is dotted with vibrant autumn forests. Here, the capital of Elves (high and wood) is located. The climate is mostly colder, with chillier to moderate temperatures through most of the kingdom, and long-term winters in the north.

## People

Humans are by far the most common race in the Kingdom and are the primary members of all levels of society. The kingdom has two official allies, under commonwealth rule of the throne: Elves, and Goliaths. Each race has a Vassal that works closely with the throne and represents their respective race’s position within the empire. It is uncommon to see other races so far north, but not completely unheard of. Any races besides the two official allies would be viewed as out of place, generally. The Elves hail from the Eastern Forests of Kimlasca, while the Goliaths make their home north of the Royal capital in the Shivering Spine Mountain range.

## Government

The kingdom is an autocracy, with absolute rule by the royal family and king. There are numerous noble families with varying influence both in the capital, and in other major cities. These families may exert political control over particular regions and hamlets, but ultimately defer to the central crown. Within the Royal castle, various parties and individuals may hold influence. These include the Royal Guard, led by the Nine Knights of the round (Each from a rather powerful family), highly positioned nobles, scholars, and aristocrats, and even church envoys. (Though the relationship with the church is officially a neutral one).

## Culture

The kingdom is overall more reserved culturally than the empire, though that is not to say the people are cold. The birth of Ilona, four seasonal holidays, and Feast of the Dragon are all observed as official holidays throughout the year. Like the Empire, travel is not uncommon, and infrastructure is well maintained. Only wealthier folks would likely have the means to move across vast swaths of land on a regular basis, unless one was an adventurer or other, more nomadic profession. Most individuals however would not have seen much of the world outside of their homeland. Worship of Ilona is by far the most common religion, and one would be hard pressed to find much deviance—even though the range of devotion may be large. The church is well integrated into all levels of kingdom life.

## Summary

- The Kingdom is over 1000 years old and has maintained largely the same royal family throughout its history

- King Teobolte is the current king and has been in power for nearly 50 years.

- Opinions of the crown vary, especially depending on socioeconomic status, but the people of the kingdom are generally very proud

- The church of Ilona has a steady hold on the kingdom and its people

- There is little racial diversity outside of the capital, and specific commonwealth zones