Court of Ahvrilla

## Tribal Court of Ahvrilla

National Flag of Ahvrilla; Portrays Kiada Erso

Internal Map Circa Oct. 12th, 2023

## The Tribal Court of Ahvrilla - The Land of Spirits

The Tribal Court of Ahvrilla is a feudal, unitary, tribal based monarchy, home to a variety of people. Ahvrilla is located in the Kievta Jungle, an expansive jungle located in the central-eastern region of Avalor. Ahvrilla's capital city, Shiyoku, is situated between the rivers flowing down from a dormant volcano and a towering mountain.

Ahvrilla was founded and is currently ruled by Amara Ah-Marilla [Blueburry\_]

### **The Geography of Ahvrilla**

The Tribal Court of Ahvrilla is located within the South-Eastern Hemisphere of Avalor, to its direct **North** lies stretches of uninhabited mesas and savannahs, where remnants of lost realms reside. To the **East** of Ahvrilla stands the World Border, a small and uninhabited mesa, and a large ocean. **South** of Ahvrilla resides further expanses of ocean, the Ahvrillan vassal of the Itisia Confederation, and a sizable Ahvrillan holding of mystical forests. **West** of the realm exists neighboring nations, such as the Kingdom of Duramor, Empire of Centonia, Kingdom of Emori, and more. Within the Western expanses of the Ahvrillan region there also resides large expanses of the Kievta Jungle, forests, savannahs, and volcanoes. Lastly, **Core** of Ahvrilla is the largest geographic feature in the country, the Kievta Jungle and Kiada Erso, an expansive jungle where the vast majority of Northern Ahvrilla resides.

Ahvrilla resides as a large and expansive realm, with varying biomes under its banner. These biomes range from jungle, magical forests, volcanoes, mountains, spruce forests, and dark forests. Ahvrilla stands with eight settlements under its rule, each with its own unique and fascinating geography.

### **The Culture, Religion, and Society**

The Tribal Court of Ahvrilla resides with Avis-Daita as its national faith, though each Ahvrillan holds the right to their personal freedom of expression of faith. While Ahvrilla does stand as one of two sole realms with Avis-Daita as its national religion, the realm boasts a large and diverse culture. With the integration of two foreign entities, the vassalization of the Itisia Confederation, and the tribal cultures of northern Ahvrilla, it is not uncommon to find diverse and fluid cultures throughout the land. The society of the realm reflects this, as the many races and cultures of Ahvrilla remain fluid, and their resides barely any divide between the people.

## History

### **Origins**

#### **1.1- Nomadic Tribes**

For centuries within the Kievta Jungle no stable realms had appeared, with some rising for a short time, before falling because of regional . This is believed to have come from the large number of nomadic tribes throughout the jungle. These tribes traveled from grove to grove, following the migration patterns of their prey. During these centuries, many unique cultures began to develop from these bands of people, though one key factor connected these races, their mutual veneration and worship of Avis-Daita.

Among these tribes existed the Ah-Marilla Tribe, a small band of elves and humans who roamed the eastern lands of the Kievta Jungle. The Ah-Marilla Tribe was unique in one key aspect, they held a hereditary line of leaders known as the Ah-Marilla Clan.

#### **1.2- The Voiceless Ones**

When the Ah-Marilla tribe was following one of their migrational patterns along the northern borders of the jungle, they encountered a battle occurring between two unknown tribes. One group of individuals was clothed in tribal clothes unique to the Kievta peoples, while the other band was hooded in dark robes and unrecognizable. The Ah-Marilla Tribe watched, as the hooded figures slaughtered the Kievta people with magic known as the Dark Arts. The unrecognizable foreingers corrupted and darkened the land, leaving death and destruction in their wake. As the Ah-Marilla Tribe watched the foreigners attempt to kidnap Elven people, the Ah-Marilla Tribe attempted to intervene. The tribe unfortunately failed, and in the process, many of their people were murdered or kidnapped, including their Chieftain and Chieftess.

Following their retreat, Amara Ah-Marilla became the new Chieftess of the tribe, and their people processed what had occurred. It seemed the disciples [ Voiceless Ones ] of the Unspoken, a religious figure of death within Avis-Daita, had returned.

#### **1.3- The Agricultural Revolution**

Following the rise of Amara Ah-Marilla as Chieftess, and the discovery of the Voiceless Ones, Amara made a steadfast decision. Chieftess Amara led her followers to the core of the jungle, where Kiada Erso [ The World Tree ] resided. There she conversed with the elves and beast-kin guarding the tree, relaying what her tribe had experienced, and what this foretold. These revelations led to a formal agreement between the Guardians and the Ah-Marilla Tribe. The Ah-Marilla Tribe would form a realm, born around Kiada Erso and her roots, where they would unite the people of the Kievta Jungle, and guard her against the darkness. In return, the Guardians vowed to recognize this new realm as the Guardian of Avis-Daita, and grant their recognition and support of the realm and their royal dynasty.

Following this decision, the Ah-Marilla Tribe abandoned their nomadic ways of life, and settled their capital, Shiyoku, within the valley. The people began establishing their ways of governance, government, society, and more. When Amara Ah-Marilla officially declared the settling of the Tribal Court of Ahvrilla, many tribes and hundreds of people migrated to Shiyoku. This marked the first moment where the tribes of the Kievta Jungle became united, striving towards one mutual goal.

### **The Courts Expansion**

#### 2.1- **Eastern Exodus**

Upon the settling of Shiyoku, the city experienced a boom in population, with people from all over the land migrating to the capital. Without proper infrastructure to support such a large growth in population, Amara Ah-Marilla sent scout units into the eastern lands of the jungle, tasked with the goal of surveying the land and determining sights for settling. These units returned with maps of the eastern lands, and the discovery of foreign realms existing along the borders of the jungle. Following these discoveries, Amara Ah-Marilla directed trust individuals to settle their eastern lands. This marked the moment two newly established agrarian settlements were born, Jordbruk and Acaliosta. Both settlements would serve key needs for the realm, with Jordbruk developing into a farming and herding civilization, and Acaliosta acting as the first port village of the realm. One served as the national supplier of food, and another acted as the trading and fishing port for the realm, both developing into key holdings of the land.

#### 2.2- **Expansion Abroad**

Following sizable internal growth of the realm, the Tribal Court of Ahvrilla gained steady contact with outside realms, and fostered close ties with neighboring nations. Utilizing their new found knowledge of the outside world and society, Ahvrilla began to reconstruct their tribal government structure into a uniquely new style.

##### Scarletian Integration

Ahvrilla fostered close ties with many neighbors, but formed a close and friendly alliance with the Scarletian Queendom. The Queendom was vast and renowned, having existed for centuries. Unfortunately, the Tribal Court of Ahvrilla had to witness that rapid fall of the Queendom, with many of her settlements falling into ruin. Many believed famine and disease acted as catalysts for this decline, until the Government of the Queendom discovered Voiceless Ones on the periphery of their realm. Following this discovery, the Tribal Court of Ahvrilla formerly offered the Queendom's immediate integration into the Court, with steadfast promises of mobilization, protection, and assistance with rebuilding their lands. This formerly marked the integration of the Scarletian Queendom, and her reorganization as the Scarletian Chiefdom.

##### Makino Integration

Further South of the Scarletian Chiefdom once existed another realm, known as the Kingdom of Emori, and Province of the Dominion of Demora. Ahvrilla had never formally fostered ties with the Emorian Government, except for one specific settlement, Baratier's Bay. The governor of Baratier's Bay, Mr. Woods, had previously fostered close ties with Amara Ah-Marilla herself. There had once been marriage discussions between the two individuals, though these discussions had quickly subsided, and a bond of friendship formed between the two companions. Following the fall of the Domion of Demora, the Makino Chiefdom was formally integrated into the Tribal Court of Ahvrilla, driven by their close ties, similar Elven population, and need for protection.

#### 2.3- **Vassalizations**

With the rapid growth and expansion of the realm, followed by integration of neighboring settlements, the Tribal Court of Ahvrilla soon looked to diplomatically vassalizing neighboring lands. The Court has long prized their foreign politics and diplomacy as built upon a foundation of camaraderie and peace, and therefore has fostered close ties with their vassal states, and actively striving for the betterment of both realms.

##### Itisian Confederation

Directly south of the Tribal Court of Ahvrilla's core holding, there resides a realm of unique culture. Inhabited completely by humans, and an isolated and small realm. The Tribal Court of Ahvrilla had long fostered close and friendly ties with these people, and the national faith of Ahvrilla, Avis-Daita, naturally spread into the Itisian lands. Following these close ties, the two realms mutually agreed upon the vassalge of the Itisian Confederation, with the Confederation having special rights and policies separate from other vassal states. These include, recognition as Ahvrillan Citizens, following of Ahvrillan National Laws, and one position on the Tribal Council.

### **Age of Modernization**

#### 3.1- **Foreign Influence**

The Tribal Court of Ahvrilla led a plethora of scouting units throughout the vast reaches of the Kievta Jungle, ushering in the discovery of foreign realms existing upon the borders of the jungle. The Court would begin opening formal diplomacy with these foreign realms, with these meetings personally conducted by Amara Ah-Marilla herself. These meetings would lead to the fostering of close and friendly ties with these lands, such as the Kingdom of Duramor, Scarletian Queendom, and Kingdom of Valdemar. These discussions would not only lead to alliances, but would also usher the exchange of knowledge.

The Court gained many foreign practices unique to these realms, such as agrarian practices, masonry, stone working, metallurgy, horses, unique crops, and more. These practices were rapidly adopted into the Ahvrillan society and way of life, greatly growing the population and modernization of the realm.

#### 3.2- **Internal Improvements**

The Tribal Court of Ahvrilla would experience an astounding growth with the integration of the Scarletian Chiefdom and Makino Chiefdom. Both Chiefdom's prior to integration existed within lands much more modernized and advanced than Ahvrilla, and this difference in development would soon lead to difficulties regarding the complete integration of the Chiefdoms.

Amara Ah-Marilla would soon personally lead the re-organization of the government and society, with the goal of further modernizing the realm. This decision directly lead to the formation of the Tribal Council and Royal Council, creation of a Noble Society, and the groundwork for future modernization of Ahvrilla's government. Amara would further expand upon these changes through the passing of national laws, national construction projects, and re-organization of the military.

## Government

### **Noble Society**

#### Emka/Emkari

The Emka or Emkari, [High Chieftess or High Chieftan], resides as the absolute ruler of the realm. This figure is the reigning monarch of the realm, and is an individual of the royal Ah-Marilla Clans' blood.

#### Konso

The Konso, [Royal Consort], is the individual married to the Emka/Emkari. This position holds no true power within government, and their main tasks are to sooth and care for the reigning monarch in their times of instability.

#### Dahkma

The Dahkma, [Chieftess or Chieftain], is the middle branch of noble society. The Dahkmas oversees the Chiefdoms within Ahvrilla, these Chiefdoms act as the states of the realm and are formed from one or more tribes. This positions title is passed through their clans bloodline, and are formally granted by the Emka/Emkari.

#### Ikaile

The Ikaile, [Tribal Chieftess or Tribal Chieftan], is the lower branch of noble society. The Ikaile is a title bestowed upon mayors within Ahvrilla, and oversee a Tribe. These tribes act as the counties of the realm. This positions title is passed through their clans bloodline, and are formally granted by the Emka/Emkari.

#### Krilta

The Krilta, [Crown Guide], is the title granted to the sovereign ruler of a vassal realm. If the vassal realms falls under national Ahvrillan law, the Krilta shall be granted a position on the Tribal Council.

### **Councils**

#### Royal Council

The Royal Council is composed of the Ekrelta [ Advisors ] and Guides, both positions are formally chosen and instated by the Emka/Emkari. The Royal Advisors oversee and advise the Emka/Emkari on the different Branches within Ahvrilla, while Guides are individuals who advise the Emka/Emkari on general topics.

1. Defense: National Military
2. Justice: Court Systems
3. Infrastructure: Internal Construction & Development
4. Commerce: Internal Economics & Markets
5. Lore & Culture: Roleplay, Lore Events, and Religion

#### Tribal Council

The Tribal Council is composed of the Dahkma, Ikaile, and Krilta. The Tribal Council oversees the internal territories of Ahvrilla, and proposes, registers, and passes the laws, policies, and bills of Ahvrilla.

## Economy

The economy of the Tribal Court of Ahvrilla is largely based around the Shiyoku Market, the national market of Ahvrilla. The Shiyoku Market sees the largest economic return and interest of foreign ambassadors and customers.

Outside of the Shiyoku Market, the small town markets across Ahvrilla provide a more regionally based economy for Ahvrilla.

## Internal Territories

Shinro
Jordbruk
Acaliosta