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A century-long war has been waged between the nations of Chaera and Petrador, neighbouring powerhouses that have swiftly swallowed the smaller nations around them.

## **THE PROVINCE OF PETRADOR**

### **Shire of Petrador**

The centre of the Province, this shire was once the original Petrador prior to the conquering of the surrounding nations. A somewhat democratic nation, the current Prime Minister is a dragonborn man by the name of Ecath Medfras. His current council is made up of a collection of noblemen and politicians alike, many of whom having strong connections with the absorbed countries.

The Capital City (Sunminster) is located in this shire and remains the base of operations for the Petradorian Council and Armed Forces.

### **Shire of Wildepost**

Once the country of Wildepost, this northern Shire is home to the coldest regions of Petrador. It is said when the invading army of Petrador arrived, the nation readily surrendered in order to support their falling economy, failing crops and their dying people. Now the largest manufacturer of the nation's weaponry, Wildepost is said to be inhabited by only the strongest, most toughest families and blacksmiths.

The current Councilman of Wildepost is a Bugbear man called Dahk.

### **Shire of Hazelight**

Once the nation of Hazelight, this partial desert Shire remains the largest exporter of ore and precious metals in the Province. While they had been a formidable force prior to their absorption into the Province, Hazelight's downfall ended up being their arrogance and lack of organisation when it came time to fight. Now whipped into proper fighting form, Hazelight produces some of the most elite fighters, including General Jolee Moonwhisper and Captain Blight Timberseed, both of whom lead terrifying divisions of the military.

The current Councilman of Hazelight is Garoth Weaver, a goliath descendant of the former monarch of Hazelight.

### **Shire of Madrun**

A far greener land than the rest of the country, Madrun is the main farming shire with 65% of the nation's food supply coming from here. Originally the country of Madrun, the former government was fairly passive and held good relations with the old Petrador. It is said that, when they started their march on the rest of the nation, Madrun readily agreed to the merger of the two countries and was the first to bow to Petrachor's rule.

The current Councilwoman of Madrun is a human woman called Mirabelle Sask.

### **Shire of Thornmaw**

Once the proud seafaring nation Thornmaw, this shire is now the trading capital of the nation, specialising in imports and exports that keep the nation fed and supplied. While their naval forces had once been something to be reckoned with, Thornmaw's monarchy was no match for the land-based assault from their Western neighbours. Boasting some of the best beaches and fishing spots, Thornmaw also functions as a large tourist spot.

The current Councilwoman of Thornmaw is the Water Genasi, Flow.

### **Shire of Southpost**

The latest addition to Petrador's arsenal, the once great nation of Southpost posed the greatest struggle to subdue 120 years prior. Heavily forested and inhabited by nomadic tribes of warriors and beasts alike, the lack of a single leader proved to be their downfall in the end as the country was slowly but steadily conquered. While still retaining a lot of their wild nature, the people of this shire took a couple decades to become used to a more societal structure. In the depths of the forest, you are likely to find lineages that chose instead to live peacefully within the natural world.

The current Councilman of Southpost is an elderly firbolg man by the name of Theric Lightflow.

## THE UNITED KINGDOM OF CHAERA

### Duchy of Chaera

Once the original Chaeran Empire, the Duchy of Chaera remains the centre of the United Kingdom, housing the current reigning monarchy. The current Empress, a high elf woman by the name of Daelynn Feathersense, rules with a stern but just mindset, keeping both her noble council and her people in line.

The capital city (Fargrave) is located in this duchy and remains the base of operations for the Chaeran government and military.

### Duchy of Frostwatch

The cold northern duchy, Frostwatch is known as the impenetrable fortress, housing some of the most notorious criminals within their frozen fortresses. While once being a proud and challenging opponent, Chaera’s long campaign against this northern foe eventually turned fruitful centuries before when the royal families were united via marriage.

The current duchess of Frostwatch is a blue Tiefling woman named Velki Winter.

### Duchy of Oakspire

The primary farming land for the empire, Oakspire was a fairly peaceful nation before being conquered by Chaera. While originally against the merger, Oakspire now boasts being the main cultural influence of the kingdom, bringing with it their artistry, social norms and holidays.

The current duke of Oakspire is a halfling gentleman called Norlan Leaflade.

### Duchy of Glimmergulf

Excelling in naval-based combat, the previous nation of Glimmergulf holds the main component of Chaera’s navy, commanded by the cool and collected Triton, Admiral Vera Acrimos. While said to have been an incredible force to me reckoned with, their eventual conquering and absorption into the empire centuries before highly strengthened Chaera’s military prowess.

The current duke of Glimmergulf is a half-orc man named Sarunar.

### Duchy of Bridgewood

Covered in roughly 70% forest, this duchy was once the nation of Bridgewood, a land known for its tumultuous weather and vicious wildlife. Centuries after being conquered, historians now reflect on the possibility of a large population of druids residing in this duchy, often arguing on whether or not their tribes still exist today. People from Bridgewood are often seen as simple but hard working folk.

The current duke of Bridgewood is a Dwarf man by the name of Tharkohm Greatkin.

### Feypoint

Vastly uninhabited by those not of fey ancestry, Feypoint was not so much conquered but willingly made a part of the United Kingdom at the very beginning of their merger campaign. Said to contain the most stable gateway to the feywild, the ceremony to choose the new emperor or empress is performed in this Duchy where the spirits of the highest fey choose an heir.

The current duchess of Feypoint is a fairy woman called Elyon.

## Limerock

Limerock is named for the yellow-green rock that makes up most of its land. A currently unclaimed middle ground, Limerock acts as a frequent neutral meeting ground between Chaeran & Petradorian ambassadors. This land is not unclaimed due to any other reason than the frequent battles fought here, making it unable to be settled. Both empires have forts in this land; Fort Brunswick (Petrador) and Fort Illias (Chaera). Guerrilla warfare is common between the soldiers at these forts. While seen by the public as horrific wartime activities, the reality is the soldiers at these forts tend to pull more pranks on each other than they actually fight.

The Laboratory that you all awaken in at the start of our adventure is found underground in the centre of Limerock, meaning you are unable to ascertain which nation, if any, is behind your abduction.