CAPITAL HODRAMEKUS
Without question, Hodramekus is the heart and soul of the human kingdoms, standing in defiance of all external opposition as well as the contrary ideology of its fellow neighbors. A radical, liberal kingdom that believes man and woman of any race must earn their place, including humans themselves. Offering a society of freedom and cosmopolitan cultures, Hodramekus stands on the edge of the Tyris Tol Gry And remains Locke’s in a perpetual war with the Mesadrin Empire. Citizens see themselves as brave, free thinking, and resilient.
Demographics
Due to its diverse population made
up of many races and cultures, citizens
of Hodramekus are identified by several characteristics that make them stand
out against other places. They live fast
paced lives where their lofty dreams
collide with the competitive masses that
call this kingdom home. Citizens see Hodramekus as a place their families can
aspire to greatness if only they can hustle
their way to success. It’s a special breed of people who choose to live life in a land other commoners consider a “meat grinder”; they work hard, and the unfortunate even die young. Those who can take the pressure, fight for their place in the “Kingdom on the Sands.” Should they bring excellence of some kind to their name, they may find themselves trading their former lives as commoners for new ones fit for a king
Government
Monarchy
Defences
The kingdom of Hodramek has multiple means of defense, aside from the large walls and natural territory. The king has a personal Guard known as the Round, led by Author; a title given to the head of the Round. Hodramek has a very large standing armor outfitted with well standing gear and armory. As well as a large militia is at the kings beck and call. Cities host their own militia to keep the peace, which is handled by the lord in charge. Standard outfitting for militiamen is a leather armor and short swords, with a choice few archers to man posts and watchtowers. The kingdom’s army is monitored by Lord Hodramek carefully. It is a cavalry oriented army, using lightly armored swordsmen to cover the large borders of the Tyris tol Gry. Cavalry commanders are had picked by the king as he is renowned for his excellent grasp of such tactics from his early days as a border warlord. Cultural diffusion has led to a versatile and capable army that utilizes strategies and weaponry sometimes only seen in other regions. Descendant
scouts offer great spotting advantages, while Garaith macemen are able to break front lines of heavy assault
troops.
Industry & Trade
Arts & Crafts are rather big in Hodramekus due to the easiness that citizens are able to face behind the walls, isolated from the horrors of the world. This does not mean that the city is not strong in its military, as military training is just as common as the famous arts of Hodramekus. And one of the biggest trades from Hodramekus due to it being the planes land is Grain.
Guilds and Factions
BORDER CONFLICTS AND RELATIONS
Hodramekus is normally at peace with Izumo in the south and Highland in the north. Mesadrin is a constant threat from the east, although there is an area between Hodramekus and Lowland Post called the “Dead Zone,” where no creatures have ever been reported to enter from the sands side. The Twin Posts keep wild forest beasts from passing through and attempt to keep an eye on any entrants from Akramosh. In the west, the kingdom of voolsheel maintains a positive relationship with Lord Hodramek and helps maintain the safety of forest borders. Naraffain in particular finds the tenets of Hodramekus abhorrent. Open hostilities are inevitable though current border positioning has avoided it thus far. Rabat’s has publicly made trade with Hodramekus but refuses to openly accept or decry their way of life.
Geography
Hodramekus is built on a plane but over time as it developed, the capital was split into separate districts; causing incline in land as they stacked. The River Rue runs through the city providing fresh water, and transport from Sol.
Natural Resources
Woods 15% Grain 22% Stone 30% Ores 16% Other 17%
Alternative Name(s)
Land of planes - Melting Pot Of Laruna
Type
Capital
Population
30,000+
Inhabitant Demonym
Humans mostly but the capital is considered a melting pot
Owner/Ruler
King Hodramek
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