Estokia

Estokia is one of the founding Dukedoms of Amar, occupying the southern coastal region just south of the Windwall Range. The current Duke is the courageous yet stern Angelus, known for his strict adherence to the rules of chivalry and the preservation of the natural order.   Knights trained under Angelus are among the very best Amar has to offer, showing almost suicidal levels of bravery on the battlefield – never shrinking from an opponent, no matter their size or reputation. Duke Angelus coat of arms bears the distinctive Trident of Manann, the sea god, who watches over Estokia's coastlines and vies with the God of the ocean for the affections of its people, such is his importance in the region.    Certainly, along the sea routes and among sea-borne traders, Manann is considered the more popular patron-god. Legend has it that Angelus ancestor, Duke Marcus – one of the original Companions of Gillian the Uniter – himself fought alongside the temperamental sea god; apparently, the pair expelled raiders from Estokia's coastlines together, restoring peace and allowing trade to flourish once again unhindered.   Duke Angelus bravery and strict self-discipline is well known, and naturally he expects his Knights to reach the same high personal standards, even going so far to dismiss and expel those who err or fail to meet them. This means that Angelus has the smallest Ducal household in the Kingdom, but one that is nevertheless a force to be reckoned with and containing some of Amar's greatest Knights.    Unfortunately, circumstance has thus far prevented Angelus from achieving his life’s ambition – to embark upon a Grail Quest. For this to happen, a suitable successor must be found so that Estokia may continue to flourish in his absence. Despite his advancing years, the Duke remains hopeful that a candidate may yet emerge, enabling him to leave his ancestral seat and search for the holy chalice of legend in Manann's blessed name!