House Moonshadow
Lore
House Moonshadow, one of the most enigmatic and influential noble houses, owes its legacy to the art of trade and the mastery of the carvan. By 880 CA, a merchant gathered enough wealth to buy a noble title in Elmstar. With a noble title secure, the carvans continued to ply their wares across Belkar. To keep these caravans secure the Antelope Riders were created in 990 CA.
The progressive nature of this house makes them very likily to seek out new lands for settlement. This translated quickly into the settlement of Haven Oaks, in 930 CA settled right near Helenon and the power centre of House Aquilar, . These settlements grew quickly with significant support from a close relationship from the Sultan.
For more than 150 years House moonshadow focused on these two major centres of comerce and building their influence. However in 1080 the town of Silverbrook was founded to expand the trade network yet again. This was town was settled in the Northern Plains , a first for Moonshadow. The heavy snows in this region were not well suited to the lighter Antelope riders, and so the Star Blessed Spears were formed in 1083. In 1117 they settled a new region again with the formation of the town of Red Pine Valley
House Moonshadow's fortune lies in its vast network of trade routes, which span both land and sea, bringing exotic spices, rare dyes, and precious metals to the markets of the kingdom. They are famed for their fleet of sleek merchant ships, which are said to glide like shadows under the cover of darkness, evading storms and pirates alike. Their merchants are as shrewd as their navigators are skilled, securing deals that have cemented their dominance over the economic lifeblood of the realm.
Yet, House Moonshadow’s power is not without contention. Sea trade rivals with House Seasnake whisper of their ruthlessness in business and their willingness to resort to espionage and subterfuge to maintain their grip on trade. Internally, the house is a labyrinth of ambition, with enough settlements for individual family members to express push control over the wealth and influence their enterprise commands. Despite these challenges, House Moonshadow remains a symbol of ingenuity and resilience, their fortunes as vast and unpredictable as the seas they command.
Comments