Dual Democracy of Ingoakore
The Dual Parlament
In the kingdom of Ingoakore, free people and forest creatures coexist in harmony and peace. While the two groups live by their own laws, a Dual Parlament ensures that both parties respect the way of life of the other and that common laws are established to settle disputes in a way that respects both natural and human laws.
The parliament is made of two courts: The Free Court, representing the free people, and The Wild Court, representing the forest creatures. Both courts include representatives of every race which are elected by the people.
The two courts have their own leaders, known as The Head (free Court) and The Heart (Wild Court). These two leaders are the official rulers of the kingdom, but only The Head participates in international matters while The Heart usually prefers to not be involved with other kingdoms.
Brehon Law
The kingdom is mostly governed by the Brehon Law, a system that emphasised community justice and restitution rather than punishment. Disputes are often settled by a local judge, known as a Brehon, and the goal is to restore balance and harmony within the community. Fines, rather than imprisonment or execution, are common penalties.Tanistry
The two leaders of the courts are elected by the people. The practice of Tanistry allows for the election of a successor (tánaiste) while the current ruler is still alive. The successor can be anyone since it is elected, not by the Court, but directly by the people of the Kingdom.The Guilds of the Woods
While the kingdom of Ingoakore is one of the less populated one, it is also the home of 3 of the most important guilds of Whenua:- The Brotherhood of Céilidh Craobh, the bards guild.
- The Circle of Fíor-Gaoth, the druids guild.
- The Sealgair Fian Watch, the hunters guild.
Military
Foreign Relations
The Dual Democracy of Ingoakore prefer to stay away from international matters as much as it’s possible. They do not interfere with what is happening outside the forest and this political standpoint became even more stronger and strict after what happened with the Rakau.
Despite this, they are very welcoming with foreigners coming into their lands and they ard not on bad terms with any specific kingdom of Whenua. There are some small disagreements with the kingdom of Tūpato due to the way on how Rhiwi (High Elves) see the Riwha (Wood Elves).
Dressing
Leine
A long, flowing shirt that reaches mid-thigh or below the knee. Often belted at the waist and worn by both men and women.Brat
A large, rectangular wool cloak that is draped over the shoulders and fastened with a brooch. Cloaks are an essential piece of clothing, offering warmth and protection.Trews
Men often wear trews, woollen trousers that are tight-fitting and sometimes tied with leather straps at the ankle.Leather Boots and Belts
Simple leather boots for walking the rugged terrain, and leather belts to hold pouches, daggers, or quivers of arrows, complete the look.Leine Bhàn
Similar to the leine, this version was typically dyed saffron yellow or left in natural earth tones. These long tunics are made of wool or linen, belted at the waist.Plaid or Tartan Cloak
Worn by Highlanders these large, versatile garments could double as a blanket for cold nights in the wild. Plaids in muted, natural colours like grey, brown, or green would help the wearer blend into the environment.Belted Plaid
A large woollen cloth wrapped around the body and belted at the waist. This versatile garment could serve as both clothing and protection against the elements.Kilt
A large piece of woollen fabric (about 5-7 yards long) worn by Highlanders. It is draped around the body, belted at the waist, with the lower half resembling a skirt and the upper half used as a cloak or blanket. Made of tartan wool in earthy tones, the kilt is versatile, offering warmth and protection while allowing freedom of movement. It could be wrapped over the shoulders or left loose, making it both a functional and iconic garment.Tunic and Surcoat
Standard garment worn by men, typically reaching the knees. It is often belted and could be worn alone or under a surcoat (a sleeveless garment) for extra warmth and protection.Cowl
A simple wool or linen hood, often with a long tail that could be wrapped around the neck. This provides warmth and camouflage in the woods.Jerkin
A sleeveless jacket or vest made of toughened leather.Woolen Hose and Breeches
Woollen hose (similar to tight leggings) or loose-fitting breeches (trousers) are common. Breeches are usually tied at the knee, allowing for mobility while travelling through rough terrain.Color Palette and Fabrics
The colour palette would be muted, earthy tones—greens, browns, greys, and natural yellows—perfect for blending into a forest environment. Fabrics would primarily be made of wool, linen, and leather. Bright dyes were often reserved for the wealthy.
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