Pax Nevarrum (Neverra)
The Pax Nevarrum—or as it is most commonly known, Nevarra— is the westernmost human nation of the continent. Though geographically small, it is a strong nation that has remained stable despite a tumultuous past. It is the most magically influenced human nation and many arcane masters have risen from its people.
Structure
The Pax Nevarrum is an oligarchic republic with numerous noble houses, senators, and bureaucratic offices. There are a small number of provinces as well which are controlled by the higher levels of senators.
Culture
Nervarri are well known for their friendly and compassionate nature. It is sometimes joked that they are too friendly for their own good at times. While they do have a nobility class, there is remarkable social mobility in the Pax. Peasants (if they show aptitude and skill) can rise to respectable positions of power. While perhaps being unable of attaining senator or consul ranks, seeing local magistrates or military commanders rise from the peasantry is not uncommon.
In addition, there has been a recent trend towards technological and magical innovation from the Nevarri academies. Flame producing trinkets, rings that burst into geometric shapes, and gemstone necklaces which glow, are not uncommon among those which can afford them.
Public Agenda
The Pax Nevarrum is widely considered the bastion of human culture in Amastris. Egalitarian amongst various races, meritocratic, and representative, Nevarra enjoys open trades and diplomacy with its neighbours. Generally, the official government stance is to encourage the spread of ideological freedom and magical development.
Assets
Nevarra produces numerous raw and finished materials for export. Fine linens, crops, and wines are often found among traveling merchants. Nevarra also places significant state sponsored colleges into studying the magical arts. This has allowed them a relatively small military force but devastating magical shock troops.
Recently, funding and development has been put into technological innovation. However, time will tell if these baubles stay small and benign or develop into something more threatening.
History
The Pax Nevarrum came about as the result of a unification of various city states in the Northwestern region of Amastris. The region has held a long standing tradition of magic and mystical aptitude. The proto-Nevarran people are credited as being the first humans to "discover" arcane magic. This was due to their willingness to trade economically and technologically with the elves and dwarves to their south.
The capital of the future Pax Nevarrum, Auroria, was founded in -200 Ancient but it wasn't long before the blight began to storm from the south. The horde had swarmed the southern regions and many of the noble families of Nevarra came to Auroria, which had taken the time to fortify its defences. After the defeat of the blight, many families stayed in the city and it became the new political centre.
Demography and Population
The republic is home to a variety of races. Humans, elves, and dwarves are all commonplace in the cities, with distinct districts, micro-cultures, and relations. Many other more unusual races are also common. Of particular note, tieflings and aasimir are also relatively more common. Additionally, immigration is strong, with many races coming to the republic, considering themselves Nevarran first, and their racial identity second.
Nevarran Human: 65%
Orc/Half Orc: 20%
Dwarf: 5%
Elf: 5%
Halfing: 1%
Radian: 1%
Other: 3%
Military
Nevarra maintains the peace with a national military. Citizen soldiers fulfill many roles in Nevarran society. From local police forces to civil engineers and magical researchers, the military is considered a good avenue for a young man seeking a career. Though relatively few in number, the Nevarran military is formidable not only in individual ability, but also in organization and training. They have effective fortifications and techniques from the dwarves, skillful scouts and harassers from the elves, and devastating magical shock troops. Indeed, these shock troops, known as magnus miles (lit. soldier of magic), are the most characteristically Nevarran aspect of the military. No other nation has so effectively fused arcane magics with military power before.
Technological Level
The Pax Nevarra are the most technologically advanced human nation on the continent. As capable engineers, magic users, and scientists, they can create small orders from little raw materials. Hand crossbows, sophisticated building machines, and high quality materials are well known Nevarran exports. Intricate baubles and magical devices are also relatively common goods which are crafted amongst all social and economic classes. Many innovations in magical devices come directly from the Nevarran magical academies.
Foreign Relations
In Nevarra, there is a close relationship with the Dwarven Reach and the Sunset Isle to the south. They will freely trade with each other and enjoy a golden age of peace. There are even some whispers that call for a grand unification between the nations and races to form the world's first super empire.
Radiant Empire
The Radiant Empire view Nevarri as misguided fools, seduced by the whispers of dark magics and lesser races. The haughtiness and arrogance of Radians rubs ill against the Nevarrans and few believe that a war isn't on the horizon.Dwarven Reach
To the south, the Pax Nevarrum enjoys a cordial relationship with The Dwarven Reach. Though terse at times, the two nations have higher populations of each others respective races and share similar strategic goals.Sunset Confederacy
The Sunset Confederacy are considered by some Nervarri as a step-mother of sorts. Seeing as the elves first introduced magical study to the human Nevarri, there is a friendly relationship maintained which often takes political cues from the Cyrill Elvhen clans. Though there are some who would like to see this relationship dissolved in order to assert Nervarran independence from the fore-teachers.
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Founding Date
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Type
Geopolitical, Republic
Training Level
Trained
Veterancy Level
Trained
Demonym
Nevarri (people) Nevarran (Generic)
Government System
Magocracy
Power Structure
Feudal state
Economic System
Market economy
Legislative Body
The National Senate
Neighboring Nations
Notable Members
Related Ethnicities
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