The Lesser Houses of Edeli
The Lesser Houses of Edeli may not hold the same level of influence and power as the The Great Houses of Edeli, but they still play important roles in the economy and culture of the kingdom.
House Hamun-Ept: This Tortle-led house controls the fishing boats on the Okoniawai River and is known for its water-selling business. They are experts in catching and preserving fish, and their boats are some of the most sought-after in the region. They are also known for their ability to navigate treacherous river currents, making them indispensable to other houses that need to transport goods by water. House Baal-Esh: The Rhox of House Baal-Esh are masters of textile production, controlling flax and cotton fields throughout Edeli. They use animal byproducts from House Djelex to create leather and bone products, making them a one-stop-shop for all kinds of clothing and accessories. Their textiles are highly prized for their durability and fine craftsmanship, and they have a reputation for creating some of the most stylish and functional clothing in the kingdom. House Djelex: This Gnoll-run house is in charge of meat and animal husbandry, providing animal byproducts to House Baal-Esh and other textile producers. They are also experts in animal breeding and training, and their sheep and other livestock are prized for their quality. They have strong ties to the other animal-focused houses in Edeli and are respected for their knowledge of animal care and husbandry. House Elkanos: The Centaurs of House Elkanos are experts in herbalism and alchemy, providing medicinal services to the people of Edeli. They have a deep understanding of the healing properties of plants and minerals, and their remedies are highly effective. They are also skilled in green-witch magic, using their knowledge of the natural world to create powerful potions and spells. They are respected throughout the kingdom for their wisdom and compassion. House Grimlock: This Duergar Clan from Vurn Todur in the far north is known for its glassmaking skills. They use the abundant natural resources of their new homeland to create beautiful and durable glass objects, from simple drinking vessels to intricate stained-glass windows. Their glassware is highly sought after throughout Edeli, and they are known for their innovative techniques and artistic flair. House Khonsu: The Tabaxi of House Khonsu are experts in perfumery and funerary services. They create luxurious perfumes and oils using a wide variety of exotic ingredients, and their scents are in high demand among the nobility of Edeli. They also provide funerary services, working closely with House Bask and House Baal-Esh to create reed baskets and linen wraps for the deceased. They are respected for their reverence for the dead and their ability to create beautiful and meaningful funeral ceremonies. House Tonath-Men: This house of chariot-makers and engineers was once an important part of Edeli's economy, but they were wiped out in a brutal assassination in 220 AV. The details of their destruction remain a mystery, but their legacy lives on in the intricate and beautiful chariots they created. They were also known for their engineering skills, and many of the bridges and aqueducts that still stand in Edeli were built by Tonath-Men engineers. Their loss is still mourned by many in the kingdom, and their chariots and other creations are highly prized as collector's items. Finally, House Khepri-Sen, led by the Kenku matriarch Khepri-Sen, is in charge of beekeeping and honey production. They also create mead and other honey-based products that are enjoyed throughout the kingdom. This House controls the honey industry in Edeli. They have vast honeycomb farms and produce honey in large quantities. Honey is used in many different industries, from food and drink to medicine and cosmetics, making Khepri-Sen a powerful and influential house.
House Hamun-Ept: This Tortle-led house controls the fishing boats on the Okoniawai River and is known for its water-selling business. They are experts in catching and preserving fish, and their boats are some of the most sought-after in the region. They are also known for their ability to navigate treacherous river currents, making them indispensable to other houses that need to transport goods by water. House Baal-Esh: The Rhox of House Baal-Esh are masters of textile production, controlling flax and cotton fields throughout Edeli. They use animal byproducts from House Djelex to create leather and bone products, making them a one-stop-shop for all kinds of clothing and accessories. Their textiles are highly prized for their durability and fine craftsmanship, and they have a reputation for creating some of the most stylish and functional clothing in the kingdom. House Djelex: This Gnoll-run house is in charge of meat and animal husbandry, providing animal byproducts to House Baal-Esh and other textile producers. They are also experts in animal breeding and training, and their sheep and other livestock are prized for their quality. They have strong ties to the other animal-focused houses in Edeli and are respected for their knowledge of animal care and husbandry. House Elkanos: The Centaurs of House Elkanos are experts in herbalism and alchemy, providing medicinal services to the people of Edeli. They have a deep understanding of the healing properties of plants and minerals, and their remedies are highly effective. They are also skilled in green-witch magic, using their knowledge of the natural world to create powerful potions and spells. They are respected throughout the kingdom for their wisdom and compassion. House Grimlock: This Duergar Clan from Vurn Todur in the far north is known for its glassmaking skills. They use the abundant natural resources of their new homeland to create beautiful and durable glass objects, from simple drinking vessels to intricate stained-glass windows. Their glassware is highly sought after throughout Edeli, and they are known for their innovative techniques and artistic flair. House Khonsu: The Tabaxi of House Khonsu are experts in perfumery and funerary services. They create luxurious perfumes and oils using a wide variety of exotic ingredients, and their scents are in high demand among the nobility of Edeli. They also provide funerary services, working closely with House Bask and House Baal-Esh to create reed baskets and linen wraps for the deceased. They are respected for their reverence for the dead and their ability to create beautiful and meaningful funeral ceremonies. House Tonath-Men: This house of chariot-makers and engineers was once an important part of Edeli's economy, but they were wiped out in a brutal assassination in 220 AV. The details of their destruction remain a mystery, but their legacy lives on in the intricate and beautiful chariots they created. They were also known for their engineering skills, and many of the bridges and aqueducts that still stand in Edeli were built by Tonath-Men engineers. Their loss is still mourned by many in the kingdom, and their chariots and other creations are highly prized as collector's items. Finally, House Khepri-Sen, led by the Kenku matriarch Khepri-Sen, is in charge of beekeeping and honey production. They also create mead and other honey-based products that are enjoyed throughout the kingdom. This House controls the honey industry in Edeli. They have vast honeycomb farms and produce honey in large quantities. Honey is used in many different industries, from food and drink to medicine and cosmetics, making Khepri-Sen a powerful and influential house.
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