Kingdom of Estrium
The Kingdom of Estrium is a strong and powerful nation. It is a nation of ages of tradition and the absolute authority of the Crown over its lands.
Estrium which built itself up through several conquests of neighboring states has seen a surprising age of peace. Peoples thrive and prosper. The culture of Estrium finds its priorities with military prowess, craftsmanship, or agricultural pursuits. Soldiering is an extremely honorable career choice. One that brings prestige, the chance of land, and a decent wage.Craftsmen tend to align themselves with crafting armor, weapons, and tools of war primarily as the most money lies with the royal mandates to supply the army with new weapons.With younger craftsmen dealing with more 'mundane' and civilian crafts. Farmers are given a strange and special place. Appreciated by the crown, and protected by the crown from abuses of the nobles as their productiveness needs to remain a constant. That being said they know this protection can vanish if they act out of line.
Despite this period of peace, the Current Kaiser views this time of peace as a detriment in the long run and has begun a military build up. Having his armies train against the northern monstrous tribes of the far north. When his armies are not facing off against these monsters they are working on clearing certain older undesirable elements from his nation. His build up has made his immediate neighbors wary and cautious of him. War has occurred between them in the past but it has often ended with no one gaining significant territory. This build up and attention to other affairs has decreased his attention and concern with sending supplies or fresh soldiers to the Order of Sunshield.
Demography and Population
Human 80% 6,480,000
Goliath 10% 810,000
Dwarven 3% 243,000
Wood Elf 2% 162,000
Territories
Crown Lands of Estrium: Capital Province containing Estrium and the surrounding areas. It is home to the most dense urban center of the country, and is home to the military University of the country which helps create skilled officers. It also home to the Palace of the King.
Duchy of Schwertberg: Home to the Second largest city, located in the North western part of the country. A large urban center surrounded by many smaller urban centers. It boasts fine culture, and several museums of curiosities. It also serves a mustering point for armies of the north.
Duchy of Schildberg: home of the Large Fortress city Schildberg along southern border with Raurille. While peace has remained between the two nations. Kings of Estrium believe that peace will always give way to war eventually. So best to prepare for it. The mountain fortress provides a location in which to prevent further advancement northwards into the country.
Margrave of Nordwald: Centered around the north eastern regions of Estrium. Nordwald is considered a frontier
Magravate. Less developed and prone to more monsters and horrors living in the woods. Many smaller towns and settlements exist here. Due to the many dangers that exist the people are far more superstitious here and quick to cry out calls of witchcraft or dark sorcery.
Margrave of Mantelberg a smaller territory but one with good farmland. Its capital is located on the banks of the great lake Marath. It is filled with lush and expansive farming estates and villages. People here often live a simple but productive life.
Margrave of Eisenschutz: Bordering along the river which separates Estrium from Dorwine, it is a large Margravate with a a spread out population where good hardy soldiers come from. Many of the people who live here often prepare for a life in the military always prepared for the possibility of a war with the Dorwinians.
Margrave of Erntstadt. Located in the heartland, Ernstadt has some of the best open and arable land. Great cattle farms, valuable crops, and even simple staples find their homes to the many villages and hamlets. It is a place where people are given a remarkable about of free roam provided the tax of grain and crops are met.
Margrave of Stahlburg. Located north of Schildberg this serves as a major center for training and arming the army of Estrium. Home of several artisans schools, and several military training grounds it is not too densely populated as a portion of the population are here temporarily.
Military
Professional Standing Army, in times of peace hires out army sections as mercenaries to maintain experience level.
700,000 soldiers
Founding Date
350 N.E
Type
Geopolitical, Kingdom
Capital
Alternative Names
Estrium
Demonym
Estrium
Leader
Head of State
Government System
Monarchy, Absolute
Power Structure
Feudal state
Economic System
Mixed economy
Major Exports
Agricultural products, Lumber, Minerals, average crafted goods, weapons and arms.
Major Imports
Rare quality minerals, higher quality minerals, luxury goods.
Location
Neighboring Nations
Related Ethnicities
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