SUMMARY
The Ebon-Mage Senate caused a great deal of damage to the elven nation of Oaniaris, especially in the capitol of Isythas. In the aftermath of the Ebon-Fall (the war between the Senate and the Knights of the Silver Flame) the elves haves publicly distanced themselves from the traditions associated with the Senate. It is suspected that their are still sympathizers of the Senate still active in the nation while others are relieved at it's fall.
Since the Ebon-Fall the elven nation of Oaniaris has reaffirmed and reformed their traditional elven government. Oaniaris can be summarized politically by two policies. First, a greater emphasis on true elves and the rights entitled to them based on that heritage.
Second, willingness to trade opening with other nations to cast of the secretive and controlling ways of the now defunct Senate. Knowledge and resources are something to be shared, not hoarded.
Government
New Oaniaris Democracy
- We are the elves.
- The elves are a free race. We do not recognize other race's right to rule over us. We do not accept outside laws as effecting elves. But the elves are an honourable race. We do not commit petty crime or terrorism. We are at one with nature, and work to aid this world. We have no quarrel but with the enemies of nature.
- And as a free race, the elves govern ourselves. Each elven child and adult is allotted one vote to choose the elven lords which make up our senate. We have no leader, and the senate does not vote. We make our choices via consensus only. Each elf is entitled his or her opinion, but only with logic will others listen. The elves are an intelligent race. We do not make fools of ourselves. An elven lord is the most noble position one can hold, and is expected to be a flawless role model. Those who misuse their position are shunned by our society.
- In our society, every elf is equal. male, female, children, elderly, each is entitled their opinion. However, we hold bias to expertise. A battle hardened soldier may have more say in matters of war than a child who's never seen such tragedies. Our children are educated at an early age. With our long lives, the creation of children is rare, and children are treated as sacred.
- Even in war, elven people are treated equally. While the most experienced lead the battles, each and every elf knows their place. We do not discriminate by age or gender. Elves mature quickly and are the finest bowmen in the land. We are graceful and quick, strong-minded and determined, intelligent and quick thinking.
Society
Traditional Familial Structure
In terms of family, elves marry rarely, but when they do so, it is for life. Marriage is usually unofficial, with the joining of two families. Elves take pride in their families. As individuals, they may be equals, but as a family, they have strength and knowledge in their long lines of heredity. An elven family is a sign of ultimate bonding. Families are almost never divided by anything but death.
Geography
Oaniaris is heavily forested with some hills.
Getting Around
Lightning Rail / Elemental Train
The following lines are operational:
- Direct line to Mandel, Mandell.
- Connections to Mandel, Rumon Cove via Mandel, Mandell
- Direct line to Duwergsten, Du'Gurum
- Connections to Keblin Province, Emmon Landing via Duwergsten, Du'Gurum.
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