Eremere is an island kingdom ruled by King Aldred the Good. It is split into six high earldoms: Thendanor is controlled by the king; Dregonvell is ruled by Edward of House Whitemount; Lylelor is ruled by Clifford of House Tarnell; Springmore is ruled by Walter of House Brawnby; the Rocklands is ruled by Dragnor of House Blackstone; and Arkenstead is ruled by Gregor of House Darkoak.