Free Palatine of Starwatch

When concerning the Free Palatine of Starwatch, commoners often quote the saying "Steel chains, steel hearts". When the chaos of the Long September was finally being reigned in throughout the Continent, the holds around Starwatch took the longest to unite together. The stubborn Dukes struggled to elect another Suzerain, and what followed was a cycle of bloody revolutions and military coups. With the city of Starwatch sitting on the greatest iron mine in the Continent, they sit on the greatest stockpile of weapons and armor.

Culture

The people of Starwatch enjoy uncommon commodities granted by their rich iron deposits, but it also makes it difficult for them to trust outsiders (more than they already do). Inns and taverns do not give out metal wares, as they do not want anyone to steal it.

Religion

Beriath, recently, as a plague takes hold of the area. Previously, all gods were paid homage.

Steel chains, steel hearts.

Founding Date

96 A.S.

Type

Geopolitical, Kingdom

Alternative Names

The Palatine, Starwatch

Training Level

Elite

Veterancy Level

Veteran

Demonym

Starwatcher, Palatinian

Leader Title

Suzerain

Government System

Monarchy, Elective

Currency

Copper and Silver

Major Exports

Wine, Dyes, Iron, Steel, Salt

Major Imports

Food, Glass, Lumber, Medicine

Deities

• Adonai, the Maker
• Aëlás, the Healer
• Beriath, the Keeper
• Ghrond, the Craftsman
• Ivelios, the Hunter
• Pyra, the Defender

Neighboring Nations

• Penitential Regency of Redwall
• The Highblood Consular