Ostkusteland
Culture
Ostkusteland is a pretty standard country. However, one unique thing about Ostkusteland is their very traditional/old-school values. Many of the citizens there tend to hold onto tradition a little too much. This does also translate into their technologies and their work lives. Many people tend to do work in the same ways as their great grandparents did, even if it's to the detriment of efficiency.
The people here are also quite religious, having the 2nd largest population of Erlanists on the continent of Darnolia during the 5th century. Even during the Time of Technology, a time when Erlanism's followers began to rescind, the people of Ostkusteland remain devoted to this waning religion.
Assets
Due to their very traditional values, Ostkusteland has a lot of old-fashioned, almost outdated forms of technology, even during the 6th century. Farms still use ox-pulled tillers, blacksmiths still use traditional techniques, etc. The army of Ostkusteland is unfortunately remains armed with old technologies and still uses old tactics. The navy is painfully weak, as many of the ships used are decades old with constant maintenance being needed.
History
Founded in 351, Ostkusteland was established by a large amount of Erlanist pilgrims who migrated as far east as possible, mainly to escape the dangerous Newly Righteous. After migrating as far as they could, they found some unclaimed land and called it Ostkusteland. There, they could practice their religion without fears of persecution and prejudice. These traditions still carry on all the way into the 6th century.
In the Autumn of 581, the nation was subject to an invasion of otherworldly creatures: Devils and demons from Hell and the Abyss. These monsters were hostiles that the nation had no strength to deal with, given how orcs and goblins are already troublesome enough. They were forced to begrudgingly accept the help of foreign adventurers.
Demography and Population
Ostkusteland is a human majority country with seperate populations of dwarves and halflings. Most of the population is spread out evenly with the exception of most dwarves. These dwarves live in their own mountain civilization, away from the humans and halflings, as they have their own traditions to practice. The ruling dwarven clan of the area are known as the Copperlites.
Foreign Relations
Ostkusteland retains a decent amount of foreign relations. While they do trades with most of their nearby countries, they hold the closest connection with Valesco. This is because their proximity to Gruumsh's Hook makes them very susceptible to orc raids. Valesco frequently sends out naval aid to defend the shorelines of Ostkusteland as well as providing amphibious warriors to aid the underpowered Ostkusteland army.
Founding Date
351
Type
Geopolitical, Country
Alternative Names
OKL
Demonym
Ostkustens
Government System
Monarchy, Theocratic
Power Structure
Feudal state
Economic System
Traditional
Legislative Body
Ostkusteland is a country that still has a monarchy that isn't constitutional or parliamentary. The king will always have the final say in everything, be it law or military action. The monarchs are chosen by high-priests who hear the word of Lord Erholt to appoint whomever to be king.
Neighboring Nations
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