Hronuhin Confederation
The Hronuhin Confederation is a series of united clans of centaurs that roamed further to the north than most of thier desert cousins.
The government of the Hronuhin's is controlled by each of the clans within the faction itself. Some hold more power than others but it is all weaved into a careful balance by the way of thier bicameral govenrmental system. The inner and outer councils keep the peace and sepperate the affairs of government in order to run the conferation.
The Heads of State and Government are elected officials from each council. They are politically married as Chief and Chieftess of the Hronuhin Confederation.
The government of the Hronuhin's is controlled by each of the clans within the faction itself. Some hold more power than others but it is all weaved into a careful balance by the way of thier bicameral govenrmental system. The inner and outer councils keep the peace and sepperate the affairs of government in order to run the conferation.
The Heads of State and Government are elected officials from each council. They are politically married as Chief and Chieftess of the Hronuhin Confederation.
Structure
a confederation of merchant clans united together to benefit the entire people. Each clan is headed by a single family, and the patriarchs and matriarchs from these families form two ruling councils.
The Outer Council
The Inner Council
Chieftess of the Inner Circle Cyllare Steelhoof
The Inner Council
Advisors of Court
Elder Solon CloudmaneChieftess of the Inner Circle Cyllare Steelhoof
Culture
Similar to that of Real World Khazak culture
History
The Hronuhin Confederation is relatively young faction. The foundation being only a couple generations ago.
The Founder of the Confederation of Centaur tribes was Alistikor Steelhoof.
The Hronuhin centaurs have long lived on the fringes of society. Their more bestial appearance has led some nations to look upon them as less than human - in fact, one of the earliest-surviving Hronuhin myths tells of a great war fought against a group of twolegs who sought to wipe out the centaurs because of what they are
The Founder of the Confederation of Centaur tribes was Alistikor Steelhoof.
The Hronuhin centaurs have long lived on the fringes of society. Their more bestial appearance has led some nations to look upon them as less than human - in fact, one of the earliest-surviving Hronuhin myths tells of a great war fought against a group of twolegs who sought to wipe out the centaurs because of what they are
Demography and Population
Powerful Families
The Steelhoof (Bolatuyaq) Clan
The Steelhoof Clan holds a special place of respect because its members were responsible for uniting the clans together into the Hronuhin Confederation. They were the first clan to adopt large-scale trading with the twolegged races, and they do business in a wide array of fields.The Cloudmane (Bulttiliq) Clan
The Cloudmane Clan are the primary rivals to the Steelhoofs, though the Cloudmanes acknowledge the hegemony of the Steelhoofs and are content to keep the peace for now. They tend to deal in luxuries such as silks, spices, and other exotic goods.The Windtail (Jelquyrigi) Clan
The Windtails are the smallest of the major clans, but they make up for their small size through their determination and drive. They serve Northguard and the Confederation as couriers, carrying messages and smaller parcels swiftly to their destination.The Stoneback (Tasarqaw) Clan
The Stonebacks are brawnier than the other Hronuhin centaurs, and they're known for their big hearts and their dependability. They are steadfastly loyal to the Steelhoofs. They assist with moving heavy goods, such as timber and rough stone, in the larger economies.The Dusktail (Tunquyrigi) Clan
As their name suggests, the Dusktail clan are known for their darker coats and softspoken nature. Dusktails tend to deal with smithies, clothiers, and other manufacturers of more refined goods.The Roundrump (Domalaq) Clan
The Roundrump Clan are the most numerous of the clans, and they were once the wealthiest, as they owned the most extensive flocks. Though the change to a coin-based economy has undercut their prominence, they have still managed to turn a profit, dealing in livestock and the tools of agriculture. Mares from this clan are renowned for their beauty and fecundity (which some say contribute to the clan's place as the most populous).Religion
Before the confederation the centaurs of the North were animists in thier religions. Typically worship was dedicated to various deities of the sky or land.
The Confederated Centaurs find themselves worshipping the diety Pelor, though most lands would likely use Lathander to refer to the same diety.
In addition to his domain as the god of dawn, spring, and vitality, the Hronuhin also worship him as a god of wind and the plains. The past two generations have seen the adoption of other gods in addition such as Skerrit, Shaundakul, Shiallia (in whom they include some aspects of the goddess Sune), and Waukeen.
The Confederated Centaurs find themselves worshipping the diety Pelor, though most lands would likely use Lathander to refer to the same diety.
In addition to his domain as the god of dawn, spring, and vitality, the Hronuhin also worship him as a god of wind and the plains. The past two generations have seen the adoption of other gods in addition such as Skerrit, Shaundakul, Shiallia (in whom they include some aspects of the goddess Sune), and Waukeen.
Worship
There are three important holidays for the Hronuhin:
- Keremeti (formally Pelordiñ Keremeti) is the celebration of their chief god Pelor held on the summer solstice. It consists of feasting, ritual prayers, and athletic games from the sun's rising to its setting.
- Jambasqww is a springtime celebration of the goddess Shiallia that roughly coincides with the springtime heat of the centaurs. The centerpiece is a matchmaking dance, marriages of new couples, and a celebration of any children born during the season.
- Rliqorw is a fall ceremony that is part harvest festival and part national festival. It commemorates the date when the Clans came together to form the confederation under the Steelhoof Clan. Each clan shares gifts with the other as a show of the wealth they have acquired, and there is a grand feast whose centerpiece is a large vat of soup to which every clan contributes some ingredient. (A mishap a decade ago has lead to the related custom of otjew. A foal on the cusp of adulthood is chosen from each clan to drink from the pot of ottisw, a strong liquor to which spices have been added. After each round, more spices and stronger liquor are added to the pot to test their endurance.
"Head held High and Arm Outstretched" - Motto "You're only as Strong as the Herd at your Back" - Axiom
Type
Political, Confederation
Alternative Names
Centuar Clans, Northern Centaurs, Hronuhins
Leader Title
Head of State
Government System
Despotism
Power Structure
Confederation
Economic System
Barter system
Currency
Silver Coins Called Tirmaq
Gold Coins called Qoy
One Qoy is roughly equivalent to the price of an average sheep
Gold Coins called Qoy
One Qoy is roughly equivalent to the price of an average sheep
Legislative Body
Inner Council
The inner council is controlled by the senior mare of each clan of the Hronuhin Confederation. They are consulted for laws and regulations involving domestic issues and regulate most of the internal affairs of the Confederated State.Clans with particular importance within the confederation can be granted additional council positions by way of voted agreement by the council.
Chieftess of the Inner Council
An elected position held for three years. This position is voted on by all head mares of the clans.
Executive Body
The Outer Council
The Outer council is ruled by the Chief of the Hronuhin Confederation. They are elected for life.Clans with particular importance within the confederation can be granted additional council positions by way of voted agreement by the council.
The Outer council is exclusively made up of the Stallions of each powerful clan wthin the confederation.
The duties of the outer council are to deal with external factors, such as threats of war or banditry.
Official State Religion
Location
Neighboring Nations
Related Species
Related Ethnicities
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