Boffin Hills
The home kingdom to Orcs and Hobbits, and said to be an icon of peace and co-existence that many other nations aspire to be.
History
Originally the Boffin Hills were just a series of small towns of Hobbits living isolated from the rest of Avros, no formal government together and simply just a Mayor running each town independently. However one day a nomadic Tribe of Orcs arrived in one of these Hobbit towns, being immediately welcomed to stay as long as they needed, given food and shelter only for the sake of kindness and hospitality. However the Orc refused to take their hospitality for free, aiding them in the fields, and cooking alongside them to share in their skills and bounty. Eventually the Town was being attacked by invading Gnoll, the Orcs immediately taking action to defend the Hobbits and successfully driving the Gnolls out of the Town. After that the Hobbits were eternally grateful and thus the Orcs decided to permanently settle in that town, now known as Union Heights.
Eventually the Orcs and Hobbits realized that the Gnolls would eventually try to take the other Hobbit towns across the land. Union Heights sent word to the other Hobbit towns to prepare their defenses against the Gnolls, and the Orc nomads sent words to allied tribes much like their own to call for aid to defend the other towns. This event became known as the Great Union as droves of Orcs came to the protection of the Hobbit towns, and in return those towns offered the Orcs a permanent home.
Demography and Population
The majority of the population are a roughly even mix of Orc and Hobbit populations ranging at about 68%, due to their friendly and welcoming nature and firm belief in equality and representation, very many members of other races have immigrated into Boffin Hills for the rest of the 32% of the kingdom's entire population. Many say that Boffin his is the greatest melting pot of races and creeds in Avros.
Military
Despite the kingdom's friendly nature and disposition, their military is very well respected. Their soldiers trained in a mix of Old Orcish combat skills and Hobbit defense tactics that create a well rounded new style of fighting for soldiers. This military has been known as the greatest shield of any kingdom, having easily withstood invasions and attacks from opposing forces.
For a while the military of Boffin Hills was composed of Orcs only with Hobbits leading only as tactical advisors. But eventually a sturdy young Hobbit by the name of Stough Longleggins persisted in joining the army. To this day the words he used to persuade the Generals to let him join ring through the halls of the military. "How can you expect me to let my brethren risk their lives for me and my country, if I cannot do the same for them!?"
Religion
Boffin Hills has a national religion of the Hobbit Pantheon of Yondalla's Children, they also worship the Good orc god Urullak but in most cases consider him as part of the Yondalla pantheon just as the Hobbits and Orcs joined as one Nation. However the kingdom is open to allow each citizen to practice and build churches dedicated to their deities as long as they do not condone evil.
Foreign Relations
Due to their hospitable nature and friendly demeanor they are one of the more well regarded nations among the Kingdoms of Avros. Though many kingdoms have warned that their kindness and trust could be a weakness to exploit.
However, there is one situation that gives them friction and political conflict. And that is with the kingdom of Karino due to Boffin Hill's anti slavery and quick citizen registration laws. Leading Boffin Hills to be one of the biggest sanctuaries for escaped slaves who use the kingdom's laws to prevent continued pursuit by slave hunters. There have been many times the looming threat of war would take place against these two kingdoms, but fortunately due to Boffin Hill's high regard by other nations, Karino has yet to make any declarations of war against Boffin Hills, resulting into a cold war between them.
Power in Hospitality, Honor in Peace
Type
Geopolitical, Country
Capital
Demonym
Boffins
Head of Government
Government System
Monarchy, Constitutional
Major Exports
Boffin Hills' biggest export is their produce such as Wheat, potatoes, tomatoes, garlic, even meats such as sheep and beef.
Legislative Body
Boffin Hills' Legislative Body is composed of 13 representatives from the 6 regions of Boffin Hills to represent 2 from reach region for Orcs and Hobbits, and then a 13th member to represent the other minorities. They're voted in for 20 year terms and are limited to two terms.
Official State Religion
Neighboring Nations
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