Tifwa Akn

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POPULATION: 2 MILLION
RELIGION: Jailindulayin
ETHNIC GROUPS: Ghūd, Shavlu
LANGUAGES SPOKEN: Hal Tikwa - 1.7M / ALAWAQ - 290K / Siq'qul / Siq'qeln - 10K
CURRENCY: Gelif (0.7, T)
CAPITAL: Nurthq (Areqim)

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Tifwa Akn, despite being one of Pendahar's poorest nations, teems with a vibrant spirit of resilience and stubborn independence. The dominant Ghūd culture, communicating through the lyrical tones of Hal Tikwa, has long dictated the nation's rugged character and strong sense of unity. A historical enmity with the neighbouring nation of Shuri has only reinforced this, creating a bond among the Ghūd that goes beyond shared traditions and language.
Yet, the nation's defiance has often come with a hefty price: In a bid to weaken Shuri, assassins from Tifwa Akn, masquerading as Shuri rebels, claimed the life of a general of the Uvan Empire. This act, though intended to undermine their northern opponents, instead triggered Uvan Empire's military protection for Shuri. The Uvan's indifference to Tifwa Akn's plight, owing to its distant location and lack of wealth, led to a significant reduction in international trade and further strengthened Tifwa Akn's enemies.
Despite these setbacks, the Ghūd found support from the Banti of Shuri, their close cultural relatives. Together, they developed a not-so-covert trade network that serves as an essential lifeline for the beleaguered nation. However, the Ghūd are not alone in their struggle; the Shavlu, a politically exiled minority from L'ai Alaq, have also made Tifwa Akn their home. Although the Shavlu and Ghūd have different faiths—worshipping Jailindulayin, the All-Seer and following the Alaq Religion, respectively—these differences seldom provoke significant discord, and mutual respect allows them to work together in solidarity.
Interestingly, Tifwa Akn maintains a strong bond with the island nation of Yei, the only place poorer than itself on Pendahar. This relationship, built on shared hardship and mutual understanding, is a testament to Tifwa Akn's unwavering spirit of resilience. Despite the struggles, Tifwa Akn remains an emblem of endurance and unity in the face of adversity, a place where the poor yet defiant refuse to bow to the tides of fortune.

Sigil of the Zāyūslāḩ

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Territory